National News from Wednesday, February 18th, 2026

The review is particularly significant locally as many families were excluded from buying homes at Barracksfield West in Naas.

The figures show how parking generated over €5 million in income and a €1.6 million surplus across five years.

Nationally, Kildare is the second most expensive region outside of Dublin

Kildare County Council says a design has now been prepared for a new signalised pedestrian crossing and improved bus stop infrastructure at the location.

The operator hasn't clarified what the incident was.

Crime is mixed across the county. Celbridge is a standout - it’s one of the safest towns in Ireland.

Members of the Fórsa trade union reached an agreement with the Road Safety Authority last night.

The decision comes amid ongoing pressure on primary school capacity in the rapidly growing Naas area.

The largest share - €11.33 million - is going toward new road construction and major improvement works, including continued progress on the Athy Southern Distributor Road, the R407 Sallins Bypass and Osberstown Interchange, and the Newbridge Southern Orbital Relief Route.