Today is historically recognised as a day where women take a break from their traditional roles over the festive period.
Thousands of people will brave the cold seas today to celebrate Nollaig na mBan.
It's part of a bid to raise funds for Women's Aid.
Today is historically recognised as a day where women take a break from their traditional roles over the festive period.
Sarah Benson, CEO of Women's Aid, says every woman has the right to feel safe:
Staff Say Unsafe Pressure At Naas Hospital Is Worsened By Uncovered Sick Leave And Vacant Positions
The warnings were raised in the Dáil by Kildare North Social Democrats TD Aidan Farrelly, who said staff working in the hospital are describing conditions that are no longer sustainable.
Inside The Celbridge Lab Where Evidence Helped Identify 32 Missing People Last Year
From drugs and gang activity to sexual assaults and suspicious deaths, much of the State’s forensic workload is now processed in Kildare.
Man Assaulted By Two Males In Newbridge After Refusing To Hand Over His Jacket
The incident happened at around 2.50pm on Monday afternoon, on Cutlery Road, close to the Whitewater Shopping Centre - a busy area with people coming and going.
Taoiseach Says Patients Shouldn’t Pay for Blister Packs - But Says State Can't Pay For Everything
It's emerged the HSE will not fund such packs in future.
Council Executive Asked Naas Cllrs To Refuse Free Xmas Parking To Encourage Use Of "Sustainable" Travel
In a report to councillors, the council’s Executive said suspending regulated parking would be counter-productive, warning it would reduce space turnover, encourage all-day commuter parking and undermine businesses rather than support them.
Gunman Steals Cash From Centra In Naas Before Being Tracked Down By Gardai
Based on a description provided by staff, Gardaí intercepted and arrested a man in the area a short time later, recovering both the stolen cash and a replica firearm.
Woman Arrested At Dublin Airport Detained In Kildare Garda Station Over Alleged Series Of Thefts
The arrest comes as part of Operation Tairge, which targets organised retails thefts.
Vulnerable People And Those With Disabilities In Kildare Left Waiting A Year For Basic Advocacy Support
The 2024 Annual Report describes the situation as a postcode lottery, with Kildare listed among the counties where waiting times are longest due to high demand and unchanged staffing levels.
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