Parish Lotto Draw results

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 30th June 2026 were 6, 12, 14 and 18. 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 €7,200.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws are Sadie & Louise Byrne (Promoter May Coyne), Eugene Hall (Miriam McDonnell) and Trish Byrne (Trish Byrne).

The winners of the Promoters Draw were Kay Dixon and Vivian Clarke, and the winner of the draw for those in the Parish Centre on the night was Ronan Murray.

The Parish thanks all who support the Lotto.

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Kilcullen-based life coach launches new service

Claire Anne Droney has launched Awaken Within, a new life coaching service based in Kilcullen. The service is designed for people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected and want support with healing, growth, self-discovery, and personal change. 

Claire Anne says her approach is gentle, supportive, and structured, with coaching available across areas including career, relationships, finance, health, spirituality, and family challenges.

Services include online consultations, wellness coffee walks, and structured goals and mentoring. A free 15-minute online consultation is also available for those interested in seeing whether the service is the right fit.

Awaken Within can be found at awakenwithinwellness.com, with updates shared on Instagram and TikTok. Bookings are available through Booksy. 

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Summer Art Camp in Dunlavin

A Summer Art Camp will be held at Imaal Hall in Dunlavin from 13 to 17 July 2026, offering children aged 6 and up, including teens, a chance to explore a range of creative activities.

Running Monday to Friday from 10am to 1pm, the camp will include painting, drawing, clay work, printmaking, jewellery making, and badge making. The camp provides a safe environment led by a fully qualified art teacher.

The cost is €135, with a sibling rate of €120. Places are limited, and interested families can contact Patricia on 089 4401974 for more information.

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Council says it is adequately prepared for heatwave response

Kildare County Council says it is adequately prepared to deal with heatwave events as part of its emergency planning, writes Brian Byrne, while warning that prolonged hot weather can put pressure on health services, water supplies, transport networks and vulnerable people. The matter had been raised on the agenda at yesterday's full June meeting by Cllrs Pádraig McEvoy, Angela Feeney, Tim Durkan and Brendan Wyse.

In a report to the councillors, the council said it will respond to extreme temperatures under the Framework for Major Emergency Management and the Met Éireann Weather Warning System.

The authority said its Severe Weather Assessment Team monitors yellow, orange and red heat warnings, and can meet when warnings escalate, or local impacts become too severe.

It said the team can recommend activating the Severe Weather Plan and escalating matters to the Chief Executive and Crisis Management Team if needed.

The report also outlined actions including road monitoring, fire service support, liaison with Uisce Éireann, help for vulnerable tenants and displaced people, and the use of community support centres.

The council said it is satisfied with its emergency planning, risk assessment and governance arrangements, but accepted there is scope for more training, scenario planning and review of resources and capacity.

It added that the Severe Weather Plan is being reviewed for prolonged periods of extreme high temperatures.

The report noted that the HSE is the lead agency for public health impacts.

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Residents Association issues dog control reminder

The Cnoc na Greine Residents Association has circulated a reminder to residents about key dog control regulations aimed at keeping communities safe, clean, and enjoyable for everyone, writes Brian Byrne. The leaflet is a summary of information provided by Kildare County Council to homes throughout Kilcullen in recent weeks.

The Association says the estate is still having issues with dog waste not being picked up on paths, front gardens, and green areas.

The notice highlights the rules that apply to restricted breeds and other responsibilities of dog owners, including licensing, microchipping, control in public places, and the need to clean up after dogs.

Owners of certain breeds and types of dog, including American Pit Bull Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Rottweilers, and others listed under the Control of Dogs Regulations, must ensure their dogs are muzzled and kept on a strong lead no longer than two metres in public places. The dog must also be handled by a person over 16 who is capable of controlling it. Failure to comply can result in an on-the-spot fine of up to €300.

The council also reminded residents that every dog must have a licence. A one-year licence costs €20, while a lifetime licence costs €140. Licences can be purchased at local post offices or online at licences.ie. Not licensing a dog can lead to a fine of up to €150 per dog.

Microchipping is also a legal requirement, with owners facing a fine of up to €200 if their dog is not microchipped and registered on an official database. Microchipping greatly improves the chances of reuniting lost dogs with their owners.

Dog owners are also being urged to keep their pets under “effective control,” which generally means on a lead in public spaces, and to prevent nuisance behaviour such as excessive barking. Persistent barking can be reported to the District Court using Form No. 5 after first raising the issue with the dog owner.

The summary further warns against dog fouling in public places, describing it as a health hazard that can spread infections such as toxocariasis. Owners are urged to “bag it and bin it” and dispose of waste properly.

It also notes new restrictions on XL Bully-type dogs, under an effective ban since 1 October 2024 on importing, breeding, selling, or rehoming them unless exempt.

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Applications open for KCC education bursaries

Kildare County Council has opened applications for its 2026 education bursary schemes, with a deadline of 5pm on Friday, 18 September 2026.

The bursaries are designed for students from County Kildare who face significant barriers to third-level education. Available schemes include the William G Carroll Bursary (Community), the Kildare Education Bursary for People with Disabilities, and the Kildare County Council Memorial Bursary for DEIS School Students.

Applicants must live in County Kildare and provide supporting documents, including proof of income or disability-related evidence where relevant, an academic reference, a second referee, statements outlining their course choice and barriers, exam results, and bank or credit union details. Successful applicants will also need to show proof of registration before payment is issued.

Full details here. 

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Going to Camp this summer?

Summer Camp season starts today. Just in case you might have missed what’s available, here’s a list of events, locations and dates.

1.
Kilcullen Badminton Club Summer Club

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre, Kilcullen

• When: Starts Tuesday, 2 June 2026; then every Tuesday (8–11pm) and Thursday (8–10pm) throughout the summer

2.
Soccer Skills Academy (1st camp)

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre / All Weather Pitch, Kilcullen

• When: 29 June – 3 July 2026

3.
Camp Kilcullen

• Location: Scoil Bhríde, Kilcullen

• When: 29 June – 3 July 2026 (9:30am–2pm)

4.
Born to Strum Music Summer Camp (1st week)

• Location: Crookstown

• When: 29 June – 3 July 2026

5.
Brannockstown Baptist Church Summer
Kids Club

• Location: Brannockstown Baptist Church, Brannockstown

• When: 6 – 10 July 2026 (10am–3pm)

6.
Kilcullen Activity Summer Camp

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre / All Weather Pitch, Kilcullen

• When: 6 – 10 July 2026

7.
Born to Strum Music Summer Camp (2nd week)

• Location: Crookstown

• When: 6 – 9 July 2026

8.
Kilcullen AFC Summer Football Camp

• Location: Kilcullen AFC grounds, Kilcullen

• When: 13 – 16 July 2026 (10am–3pm)

9.
Badminton Ireland Camp (1st week)

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre / All Weather Pitch, Kilcullen

• When: 20 – 23 July 2026

10.
Latin and Ballroom Camp

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre / All Weather Pitch, Kilcullen

• When: 20 – 24 July 2026

11.
Badminton Ireland
Camp (2nd week) 

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre / All Weather Pitch, Kilcullen

• When: 28 – 31 July 2026

12.
Soccer Skills Academy (2nd camp)

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre / All Weather Pitch, Kilcullen

• When: 4 – 7 August 2026

13.
Irish School DIY Camp

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre / All Weather Pitch, Kilcullen

• When: 4 – 7 August 2026

14. Let’s Go! Summer Camps

• Location: Kilcullen Community Centre / All Weather Pitch, Kilcullen

• When: 10 – 14 August 2026

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AFC seeks U16 players

A reminder that Kilcullen AFC is inviting expressions of interest from players for its U16 Premier squad ahead of the 2026/27 season. Sessions start 6th-30th of July.

The club is offering young footballers the chance to train and play on quality astro and grass pitches under UEFA-qualified coaches in a positive, player-focused environment. 

Interested players or parents can contact Mark on 087 1528118 for more information.

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Applications for Credit Union educational bursary

A reminder that applications are open for the Chris Kelly Educational Bursary for 2026, continuing a long-running initiative that honours one of Kildare Credit Union’s founding members.

Open to KCU members attending third-level education for the first time in 2026, including mature students, the bursary offers the successful applicant €1,000 per year for up to three years to support the cost of further education. An application can be made here.

The bursary, which has been running since 2005, will be awarded by draw from all eligible applicants. Applications can be submitted using either the downloadable application form or the online application form.

The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday, 30 September 2026.

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