Local News from Thursday, April 30th, 2026

Illegal Encampment On The Curragh Departs

The encampment was located near the Rathbride cross area of the Curragh
Video Emerges From Sallins Man Onboard Intercepted Gaza Flotilla

He is one of six Irish citizens among over 175 activists taken from the Sumud Flotilla
Increased Waiting Time For Driving Tests In Naas

There was a 12 week waiting time for a driving test in Naas
Appeals For Information Continue Following Hit-And-Run In Newbridge

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A woman was struck by a van near Barrettstown Cemetery in Newbridge last Thursday
Kildare Faces Biggest Challenges In Relation To Family-Friendly Living

A report from Quote Devil outlined high housing costs, limited green space and high crime levels as the main reasons
Minister Martin Heydon Speaks As Fuel Scheme Announced

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The Government said that farmers and agricultural contractors will receive fuel support payments by the end of June in the wake of the recent protests.
Sallins Man Part Of Intercepted Global Sumud Flotilla

The group were stopped in international waters around 45 nautical miles west of the Greek island Kythira.
Fifth Arrest Made In Connection With Fatal Edenderry Fire

Gardai say they've now made a fifth arrest, a man aged in his 20's.

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