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• Gardaí Warn Drivers After 150 Caught Drink or Drug Driving Over Christmas Period

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  Over 4,600 speeding offenses recorded as road safety remains a key priority, says Superintendent Liam Geraghty.

• An Garda Síochána Release Image of Getaway Car Found Burnt Out In Naas Used In Fatal Offaly House Fire

  The vehicle was found burnt-out in Tipper East, Naas in the early hours of 7th December 2025.

• Pedestrian Dies After Collision On R445 Monasterevin Road Outside Kildare Town

  The road has now re-opened.

• Gardaí Continue Their Road Traffic Enforcement Operation Throughout The Christmas Period

  Notable top speeds detected included a 164km/hr in a 120km/hr zone on the M9 in Yellowbogcommon, Kilcullen.

• New Quality Mark To Be Introduced To Crack Down On Bogus English Language Schools

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  Higher Education Minister and Kildare North TD says some schools are acting as a backdoor for immigration.

• Kildare Set For Freezing Temperatures As Wintry Showers Forecast

  Lowest temperature's in Kildare of -2 from tonight.

• Locals Are Being Advised To Make New Years Celebrations Stress-Free For Their Pets

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  The Irish Blue Cross is warning the effect firework noise can have on dogs and cats.

• Kfm Recruiting for Advertising Sales Dept.

  Kfm Radio 97.6/97.3fm is expanding our team. Recruiting experienced Account Managers in our Advertising Sales department. Application closing date Friday January 23rd.