PARISH LOTTO DRAW RESULTS

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 3rd November 2026 were 1, 6, 18 and 23. There was no Jackpot winner, and next week's main prize will again be €20,000. The value of the follow-up draws is €20,000 and €10,800.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws are Tom McCarton (Promoter The Parish), Fr Niall Mackey (The Parish) and Ann Delaney (Anne Brennan).

The winners of the Promoters Draw were Breda McCormack and Vivian Clarke, and the winner of the draw for those in the Parish Centre on the night was Vivienne Clifford.

The Parish thanks all who support the Lotto.

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SEVENTH ARCH THEATRE GROUP LAUNCHING

A new community drama troupe, Seventh Arch Theatre Group, is launching in Kilcullen on Thursday, 12 November 2026, at 8pm in O’Connell’s Bar. Open to adults, the group welcomes actors, backstage volunteers, and anyone interested in theatre or seeking a new social outlet.

The launch evening will introduce the founding committee, outline plans, and provide an opportunity for prospective members to meet the team and learn how to get involved. No prior theatre experience required.

For more information, contact 7tharchtheatre@gmail.com.

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BRANNOCKSTOWN COMMUNITY GET-TOGETHER

The Brannockstown Community Group would like to invite residents from the Brannockstown, Mile Mill, Grangemore, Kennycourt, Carnalway and surrounding areas to a free community get-together in Kalbarri on Saturday 21 November.

The event will run from 7pm-9pm with music by Pat Kelly. 

A chance to catch up with neighbours and friends with some good food and music. All welcome.

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'ANVIL' CONCERT CHEQUE PRESENTATION

A cheque will be presented to representatives of the Aware mental health charity on Friday night in McTernans. The funds are the proceeds of the Anvil at Rest concert held at Pat Kelly's home in Bishop Rogan Park at the end of August. 

The presentation event begins at 7.30pm and everyone is welcome to attend.

The concert was streamed live online, with viewers reporting in from many countries where the Kilcullen diaspora has a presence, including the UK, USA and Australia.

The performers were writer Mark Smyth, and musicians-singers Yvonne Ennis, Arlene Bailey, Pat Kelly, Lorraine Nolan, Canice Keane, and John Kelly.

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CHRISTMAS LIGHTS STREET COLLECTION

The annual street collection for Kilcullen's Christmas Lights will be held this weekend, Friday and Saturday 6/7 November, writes Brian Byrne. Organised by KCA, the lights cheer up Kilcullen each Christmas season at the otherwise darkest time of the year.

They are paid for through the donations of individual residents, support from businesses, and a grant from Kildare County Council.

The first Christmas Lights in Kilcullen were switched on in 1989 by Kilcullen Community Development, the forerunner of today's Kilcullen Community Action.

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NO DOG BAG DISPENSERS FOR KILDARE

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Kildare County Council apparently opted out of a Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment scheme aimed at funding dog waste infrastructure at popular dog walking locations, writes Brian Byrne. The money, which had more than €10,000 per local authority available, is funding bins, dog waste bag dispensers and associated infrastructure at parks, beaches, greenways and other public amenities.

KCC’s Environmental Protection office says dog waste bag dispensers had been trialled in Naas and Athy, but due to “misuse of the bags and dumping of waste on nearby areas” it is not intended to continue providing them. 

Twenty of the country's local authorities are benefiting from the funding, which was increased from €250,000 to more than €312,000 due to a ‘strong response’.

The scheme was launched in July, and according to Minister of State Alan Dillon TD, the level of demand exceeded the funding originally available. 

“While most dog owners act responsibly, it is important that adequate facilities are available to make the responsible choice the easy choice," he says. "The infrastructure funded under this scheme will help improve access to disposal facilities and contribute to cleaner and more enjoyable public spaces for everyone.”

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NOVEMBER REMEMBRANCE MASS 2026

The November Mass for those who died during the last year will be celebrated on Friday 6 November, at 7.30pm. In Kilcullen Parish Church. 

All parishioners are welcome to participate in the Mass in remembrance of loved ones no longer with us. 

Refreshments will be served in the Parish Centre after the Mass to allow friends and neighbours to meet and have a chat.

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HAVE YOU SEEN THIS CAT?

This white cat has been missing for a week from its home in Brannockstown.

If you have seen it, contact Annmarie Tallon Quinlan on her Facebook page.

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