Young Kilcullen cyclists score at Rathkenny

Photo courtesy Liam Walker.

Two young Kilcullen Cycling Club members secured victories at the Boyne GP races in Rathkenny. 

Tom Hughes (left) was the winner of the C2 race, and Conor Regan took home the Junior prize. 

Both of these riders are new to the junior ranks and are establishing a reputation by surpassing all the seasoned senior riders.

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More trees planted at Field of Dreams, Scoil Bhride, and Valley

A further 500 trees have been planted at Kilcullen GAA's Field of Dreams by the Kilcullen Tidy Towns group.

This brings the total number of trees planted at the grounds to over 5,000 in the last two years.

The latest planting is part of some 2,000 native saplings planted this week at Scoil Bhride, the GAA grounds, Cnoc na Greine Avenue, and The Valley. The trees are a mix of Whitethorn, Rowan, Dog Rose, Spindle, Viburnum, and Crab Apple, and the work was supported by Caitriona in Blessington Garden Centre.

Pictured are the KCA dream team, Ilona, Joe, Noel and Wayne.

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Mark the date: Darkness into Light 2026

Kilcullen GAA Healthy Clubs will host this year’s Darkness Into Light 5km dawn walk on Saturday, 9 May, with participants meeting at the clubhouse at 4:15am. The event supports Pieta, the national charity for suicide and self-harm prevention, and is backed by Electric Ireland.

Funds raised through Darkness Into Light help provide Pieta’s free, lifesaving services. In 2025, supporters helped to fund over 100,000 helpline calls and texts, 41,000 counselling hours, and 6,029 unique therapy journeys.

Kilcullen GAA Healthy Clubs is asking everyone in the community to mark the date and get involved to support mental health and suicide prevention.

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Old Kilcullen Litter Pick

A reminder that the annual litter picking day on the roads around Old Kilcullen is taking place on Saturday, 7 March at 11 am, writes Kevin Sheehan of the Old Kilcullen Area Community Association. 

For anyone who can help, we are meeting at the tower at 11am, where bags will be available, and we will assign roads to individuals.

Some points to note: Please wear a hi-vis vest, and bring a pair of gloves.

We will organise for the bags to be picked up from the roadside, and Kildare County Council have confirmed that they will look after the disposal.

Thanks in advance for your help.

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Part-time Administrative Assistant required at Rosewell Racing

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our team. This role involves administration support in the Racing Office. Knowledge of the Horse Racing industry would be an advantage, but not essential. Training will be provided.

The candidate would require:

— Excellent organisational and time management skills,

Strong verbal and written communication skills,

— Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint),

— Attention to detail, handling of confidential and sensitive information with discretion,

— A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team environment.

Please forward a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae to dkweld@rosewellracing.ie by 5pm on Friday, 13th March.

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Burkes Pharmacy Kilcullen to celebrate International Women's Day

Burkes Pharmacy Kilcullen is set to host a special event on Saturday, 7 March, to celebrate International Women’s Day. It will feature a series of guest speakers discussing various health-related topics relevant to women. 

The event begins at 11am with Lorna Keating, a Chest Pain Advanced Nurse Practitioner at Naas Hospital, who will focus on preventative cardiology for women. At 12 noon, Annmarie O’Neill, a Patient Ambassador and Founder of Thrombosis Ireland, will speak about the risks and symptoms of blood clots in women. O’Neill is also a volunteer at the Irish Heart Foundation. 

In the afternoon, at 2pm, Alison Browne, a yoga teacher and health & society undergraduate student, will cover the benefits of yoga and meditation for women’s health. 

Attendees can take part in a raffle in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation. Prizes include hampers donated by L’Oreal Beauty Ireland and yoga class vouchers from Alison Browne. Joan Kilgallon, owner of Burkes Pharmacy Group, has pledged to match any funds raised during the event.

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GAA Bingo returns

A reminder that Kilcullen GAA Bingo returns on Friday, 6 March 2026, at 7:30pm in the clubhouse. 

The hall will be open from 7pm with tea and coffee available, with the first game of 2026 getting underway at 8pm. 

The return of Bingo is facilitated by the Healthy Clubs committee, and kicks off with a jackpot of €1,000. 

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Ballymore Clothes Repair Café and Upcycling Showcase

A reminder that Ballymore Eustace Environmental Group will host a Clothes Repair Café and Upcycling Showcase as part of the Aontas Adult Learners Festival on Saturday, 7 March, from 10 am to noon. People can bring items in need of mending and learn repair techniques.

The event will be held at the Resource Centre (Parish Hall beside the church). The showcase will display upcycled items created by community members who took part in the Clothes Repair and Upcycling courses at the Resource Centre during 2025/26 KWETB community education. Visitors can view the displayed items and speak with the makers about their projects.

A demonstration on how to hem trousers, skirts, and T-shirts will also be available. Attendees can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee during the event.

Children under supervision are welcome.

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