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16th-22nd January
For the 7 days to 22nd of January, Co. Kildare had the third highest Covid-19 rate in the country.
The incidence rate of the virus was 2,904.2, per 100,000 people.
6,462 people in the county were infected with the virus between the 16th & 22nd of January.
The median age of those diagnosed was 32 years.
Co. Westmeath continued to have the highest rate nationally, at 4,529.7 cases.
Not Needed For Health Reasons: HSE Reponds To Possible Sale Of Teach na nDaoine Building In Kilcullen
The HSE said it conducted an internal review after the leaseholder handed back possession, and concluded that the property was “not required at present for health service delivery” in the area.
Lung Cancer Risk As Nine Out Of Ten Kildare Homes Remain Untested For Radon Gas
Parts of Kildare are officially classified as high-radon areas, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
Illegal Parking In Disabled Spaces: 566 Fines Issued In Kildare-Carlow Garda Division Since January 2024
New figures show that between January 2024 and June 2025, a total of 566 fixed charge notices were issued in the Kildare/Carlow Garda Division for parking in disabled bays without a valid permit.
Only National Road Out Of Dublin "Never Upgraded": TD Presses For N81 Upgrade In Dáil
Raising the issue during a Dáil debate, Wicklow Fine Gael TD Edward Timmins cited multiple studies identifying the N81 as “one of the most dangerous roads in the country.”
Kildare North TD Aidan Farrelly Welcomes Party’s Backing Of Catherine Connolly For Áras Bid
Kildare North Social Democrats TD Aidan Farrelly has welcomed the move, saying Ms Connolly has been a strong voice for peace, human rights, and progressive causes.
Ex-Principal Of Leinster Senior College Loses Dismissal Case Over Grinds Venture And Shredded Diaries
An internal investigation had been launched after the school learned he was running what it considered a rival grinds business.
Blocked By Red Tape: Senator Says Councils Need Clarity On Accepting Donated Land And Buildings
Speaking in the Seanad, Senator Fiona O Loughlin said red tape is often blocking generous donations that could benefit local communities, especially in areas where facilities for arts, recreation or education are badly needed.
Crash In Dunlavin Leaves Woman Hospitalised With Serious Injuries
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage from the area between 5.30 and 6.30pm to contact Naas Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line.
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