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Applications will open on the CAO website on August 28th for the new nursing school which is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.

A number of apparent explosions can be heard.

The unprovoked attack on the officer, who has only been in the job for a number of months, happened at around 6 o'clock yesterday evening on Capel Street.

It's one of 14 new substances now classified as controlled drugs, after studies by the EU and UN.

If approved, the 45,000 sq. ft centre would feature nine championship-standard courts, a Technogym-partnered “bio-circuit” gym, and recovery rooms.

Two occupants of one of the cars were taken to hospital, however their injuries are not believed to be serious.

The Dubliner has been Deputy Garda Commissioner since October, while before that he served as an Assistant Commissioner for two years.

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A man convicted of murdering the Irish soldier in Lebanon in December 2022 has been sentenced to death.

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The proposals would allow people to build cabins or modular homes up to 45 square metres in size in their back gardens, provided at least 25 square metres of garden is retained.

The case will now return to An Coimisiún Pleanála for reconsideration.

A number of Irish business groups say the agreement is not a “great deal”, while the French Prime Minister calls it a “dark day for Europe”.

A young German student arrived in Maynooth over the weekend, believing she had secured a month-long rental at a local residence.

Ryan Kearney, of Loughnamona Drive, Leixlip, is awaiting sentence for the manslaughter of Jeffrey Jackson – a 50-year-old cancer survivor.

Deirdre Jacob was last seen on Tuesday, July 28th in 1998 near her home in Roseberry, Newbridge, at 3pm.

The outlook comes as new SCSI affordability modelling shows that even dual-income public sector couples - such as a garda and a nurse earning a combined €107,000 - are priced out of most of the country.

No emails or letters regarding dog breeding establishments were exchanged between the the Department of Agriculture and the council since January 2023.

The TD said they would look into the matter but were not in a position to comment when contacted by Kfm. 

A spokesperson for the group said they often deal with challenging conditions trying to rescue animals believed to be neglected or mistreated. They said their only concern is that animals get the correct treatment.

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No arrests have yet been made.

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Olivia Espie’s son Ryan died in a swimming pool accident in Lanzarote 25 years ago.

The fire brigade was called to the scene on the Drimnagh Road in the early hours of this morning.

The proposed supermarket will be built on a site at Parkmore House in Weaver’s Square.

A senior Garda source has told Kfm that cases involving animal cruelty often fall into the “lower rungs” of policing priorities, largely because Gardaí are not routinely trained or resourced to deal with them effectively.

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The idea mirrors a system in France, where cars over 16-hundred kg face steeper levies.

The company recently informed the government that up to 195 positions at its Leixlip facility are at risk of compulsory redundancy.

The female dog was removed from a property by volunteers from the Kildare Animal Foundation and described in a vet report as “very weak, lethargic, malnourished and dehydrated.”

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Former junior environment minister, Ossian Smyth, is calling on Daragh O'Brien to explain plans to reduce funding for the grants.

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Spokesperson Barry Kenny says while phones and wallets are among the most common items, staff have also discovered a forgotten inflatable Jesus and a bag of spuds:

The Food Safety Authority has recalled over 200 types of ready-made meals, and a full list of affected products is available below.

A clinical report on the dog's condition, seen by Kfm, details how blood tests confirmed the dog is diabetic, with extremely high glucose levels. However, the clinical report from July 13th also states: “Uncontrolled diabetes unlikely to have caused this emaciation alone.”

The victims have been named locally as Vanessa Whyte and her children, James and Sara.

Kelly Kemmy, now 27, waived her anonymity and later brought civil proceedings against both Murray and Tusla. Her claim against Tusla, for negligence in placing her in his care, was settled for €250,000.

An Garda Síochána also addressed online commentary surrounding the case.

Police confirm all victims were from the same household

All products were made by Ballymaguire Foods.

The bank has apologised.

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It's also understood that they are used at some libraries across the county.

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Yesterday, Kfm highlighted how Kildare now has 787 properties registered for the €600 monthly payment as of July 13th.

The Taoiseach says infrastructure investment will be prioritised over day-to-day spending.

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They have already had the house valued.

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1,700 small private supplies are registered with local authorities, but the Environmental Protection Agency says many more are not included in official records.

The premises that went on fire, located opposite the bus station, had been earmarked by Mayo County Council for a major social housing development.

Meanwhile, the government has allocated almost 275 billion euro in capital spending over the next decade in a revised National Development Plan.

Meanwhile, retailers face the prospect of legal action for accusing a person of theft, asking for I.D or inspecting a fake note.

Fuel stations were also inspected. Several were found in breach of fuel price display rules.

Over twenty thousand people have signed a Dog Trust petition, calling for a change in law to give renters and dogs a fairer chance.

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Locals say fear is rising, with some residents now afraid to leave their homes, even if they have been living in Ireland for a long time, he said.

Over €450,000 was spent by the Department of Justice, making it the biggest spender.

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Neil McDonnell, CEO of ISME, told Kfm that shop staff are being sued for doing their jobs.

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For every passenger caught, staff make €1.50, and can make up to €80 a month.

Footage on social media shows a man in the area covered in blood.

Met Éireann has warned of possible local flooding

Gardaí have started writing to affected motorists today to inform them the fines and penalties issued for the speeding offences are being revoked.

22-year-old Shane Kinsella, of Tynock, Kiltegan, Wicklow had originally been charged alongside Evan Fitzgerald, the 22-year-old man who died after firing shots at a shopping centre in Carlow last month.

The typical car owner spends 1,560 euro on fuel, €736 on maintenance and €484 on parking.

The total spend on paying the yearly wages of all Michael Martin's advisers is over one million euro.

I'm sharing this story as the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland has issued a rather stern statement about HHC. They said it “beggars belief” that products containing it are still being sold with no restrictions.

The Simon Communities of Ireland’s (SCI) quarterly “Locked Out of the Market” report from June has been published

Fine Gael Kildare North TD Joe Neville witnessed the aftermath while coaching under-14 hurlers.

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Over 286,000 households are in arrears on electricity payments, compared to around 200,00 last year.

Independent TD Brian Stanley said ambulances from Portlaoise are being sent as far as Cork, Waterford and Wexford - leaving nearby areas like south Kildare without adequate cover.

Three homes were then searched, uncovering more than €700,000 worth of cannabis, cocaine and crack cocaine.

The move follows an extensive investigation by HSA inspectors, who found conditions so "serious" that court intervention was deemed necessary.

Andrew Pender, with an address at Ely Green, Dublin 24, was caught last year with almost 9 million euro worth of cocaine, ketamine, cannabis and MDMA.

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People Before Profit's Paul Murphy says TDs are going on holidays tomorrow, while children are still waiting for a school place.

Fine Gael Cllr Tracey O'Dwyer has described the latest developments "as positive news".

Just one of the three cars stolen has been recovered.

Kfm now understands that there have since been some positive developments, with a strong suggestion that the buuilding will be given to kildare County Council.

It’s fully fenced off, gated, and maintained by him - with no sign, he says, of the legal owner for over a decade.

A new study by the group found 42 per cent of families are dipping into their savings just to cover the costs.

Many in Kilcullen gave time, skills, and secured grant funding to restore the historic property, trusting that it would serve local needs for years to come.

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He said he Australia has a litter campaign called "Don' be a tosser" and that he suggested a campaign called "butt tosser" but was asked to use "Cigarette Butt Disposal" instead.

A study was carried out by the Turn the Tide on Suicide group and researchers from Trinity College.

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For people like Ronan Murray, the decision isn’t about land or policy - it’s about connection and a vital social outlet.

Two other men have been convicted for offences related to his murder.

To date, five people have been arrested in connection with the investigation, however no one has been brought to justice.

23-year-old Denis Morris, from Braemore Road Churchtown, appeared before Dublin District Court charged with stalking the woman at a city centre hotel in March.

Despite internal HSE endorsements, local political support, and secured public funding, the building remained locked - and now, instead of being handed over to serve the community, it's facing a possible sale on the open market.

The survey of 2000 people found more than three-quarters are now waiting longer to get an appointment to see their GP.

The first yellow thunderstorm warming is currently active until 4pm today

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It comes at a time when it has been claimed that the council is "constrained" due to funding.

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The legislation states that unless certain plastic packaging can be "clearly justified" as preventing food loss or maintaining hygiene standards, it will be banned.

Thea Von Engelbrechten was sued in April for using Sylvanian Families dolls in online videos without permission.

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.

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 Social Democrats TD Aidan Farrelly has welcomed the move, saying Ms Connolly has been a strong voice for peace, human rights, and progressive causes.

An internal investigation had been launched after the school learned he was running what it considered a rival grinds business.

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.

A number of premises were searched in the Wexford/Wicklow division this morning in connection with these incidents and a quantity of suspected crack cocaine was seized.

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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The pyre in Moygashel is one of around 300 to be lit ahead of the loyalist 12th of July celebrations tomorrow.

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Regulations state rooms for children under one shouldn't go above 20 degrees, or 22 degrees for older children.

Compass Ireland, the company providing food services on-site, is proposing to cut over a third of its 99 staff following reduced demand from Intel.

Flight Sergeant Eamonn Magner, from Caragh, was a member of the No. 3 Ops Wing with the Air Corps.

He remains in custody in the US, after being arrested on foot of an Irish extradition warrant over historical sexual abuse charges.

Although approved, objectors have eight weeks to seek a judicial review.

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A local taxi driver has come forward, saying he brought Natalie Nolan to the airport on June 24th.

A manufacturing defect, which could cause the appliance to overheat, potentially leaded to a fire, have been uncovered.

The plan included 73 social housing units and a community building at Ardrew, Athy, as part of a broader project to deliver the homes across the country.

The utility says the increased demand is putting pressure on water supplies in several counties, including Dublin, Cork, Galway, and other

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Met Eireann is forecasting temperatures could get up to 28 degrees

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Taoiseach Michael Martin confirmed this afternoon

The single car collision happened before 5am this morning

Kfm reported how the woman was allegedly assaulted after she confronted the masked men at around 4am on Wednesday morning

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Historical trees and the Old Belfy that dated back to 1840 demolished to build the development.

The eviction ban expired at midnight on Friday.

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