I Knew It, I Knew You
Over a 16-year period
There is a call on the government to cut excise duty on alcohol to help pubs deal with rising costs.
There has been a sharp decline in the number of pubs in the country over the past 16 years, with a fall of 21 per cent.
A report from the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland shows a fall in numbers in every county, with Co. Kildare seeing a 13.6% decline.
Michael O'Donovan from the Vintners Federation of Ireland says publicans need help to "survive the winter":
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Kildare County Council Appoints New Cathaoirleach And Leas-Chathaoirleach
They will serve for one year, effective immediately
200th Anniversary Of Death Of Local Poet Taking Place In Ballitore Tomorrow
Mary Leadbetter is best known for her writings and in particular, the Annals of Ballitore
"Stressed And Angry": Junior Infant Students In Naas School Without Teacher For New Academic Year
It comes as a new junior infant class was added for the school
National Homelessness Figures Drop For First Time In Months, With Decrease Also Seen In Kildare
Adults make up more than two thirds of the total, with Dublin remaining the most acutely affected area
Court Hears How Celbridge Publican Was Blinded In One Eye After Attack
He was working in the family-run Kildrought Lounge when the attack happened.
Maynooth University Set For Swimming Pool And Other Amenities As They Acquire Section Of South Campus
The agreement will lead to the development of university and public amenities.
Status Yellow Thunderstorm Warning For Kildare And Other Counties Today
Met Éireann is warning of hazardous conditions and flash flooding in parts of the country
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