National News from Friday, February 6th, 2026

Damning Audit Reveals €1.6m Moone-Timolin Cycleway As Safety Time Bomb

The audit, seen by Kfm News, uncovered a range of serious design flaws that could endanger the safety of motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Five Kildare Special Schools Included In New Scheme Bringing Therapists Directly Into Schools

The rollout will begin in special schools, with mainstream schools to follow from the 2026–27 school year.
Give Gardai Scramblers To Enforce Law On Illegal Bikes, Says Kildare Garda Member

It comes as Justin Kelly says “nothing is off the table” when it comes to tackling scrambler bikes, with Gardaí examining legislation, enforcement and public behaviour.
Labour Urges EuroGiant To Give Workers Clarity As Job Fears Grow

Audio

Stores are continuing to trade for the moment, but there are concerns for 640 jobs in 20 counties, including Kildare.
Panda Raises Bin Costs In Parts Of The Capital, Leaving Door Open To Wider Hikes Across Leinster

Audio

The cost of a general waste bin lift is also going up, from €13.50 to €14.75, an increase of just over 9 per cent.

Kfm Kildare Weather