Local News from Wednesday, June 17th, 2026

Damp Classrooms, Inadequate Bathrooms And Delayed Builds: Parents Appeal For New Special School In Kildare

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The school provides education for children with moderate and severe learning disabilities across Kildare and west Wicklow.
Many Criminal Cases Adjourned In Naas Courthouse As Solicitors Protest New Scheme

It comes as solicitors will be paid a flat fee of €455 euro for a criminal case from July 1st, instead of being paid for every appearance
Update Given On Potential Bus Lane On M7/N7 Hard Shoulder

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It comes after announcements that the M4 bus priority lane will be operational by the end of Q3 this year
Garda Sustains Serious Injuries After Being "Knocked Over" By Car He Pulled Over On Motorway In Naas

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Arrests were later made and the car in question was found
Calls For Road In Athy To Become One-Way Due To "Near Misses"

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It comes as a motion was raised at a recent MD meeting

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