Local News from Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

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Many rivers remain close to or above bank-full conditions, with additional rainfall in the coming days widening the possibility of localised flooding

The two incidents both took place on the Ballinagappa Road

This week, sandbags were deployed in parts of Newbridge, and a pedestrian bridge over the Butterstream has been closed as flood precautions remain in place across Kildare.

One of the highest speeds recorded nationally was on the R405 in Celbridge, where a driver was detected travelling at 90 kilometres per hour in a 50kph zone.

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The providers must meet certain minimum standards around attendance and compliance with immigration laws.

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My Lovely Horse Animal Rescue say the mare was one of at least six horses involved in an illegal sulky drive, which included Dollymount Strand.

Condolences have been extended to family, with messages of support pouring in from across the town and beyond.

The school has been unused for several years, with previous proposals for educational, health and community uses failing to progress.