ROGUE DOG OWNERS FORCE GAA TO FENCE OFF PITCH

Kilcullen GAA has been forced to fence off pedestrian access to the training pitch beside CPC because dog owners consistently ignore signs asking them not to bring their animals onto the pitch, writes Brian Byrne. In addition to leaving poo on a playing pitch that can have children as young as six using it, the dogs dig holes in the pitch drainage channels, which can potentially result in player ankle injuries.

"We have been forced to hire a contractor to erect fencing to close off pedestrian access points around the pitch," says Kilcullen GAA's Martin Murphy, who adds that a large number of dogs are being brought onto the field. "Their owners seem to think the pitch is an open public green for them to let their dogs off leads."

He also noted that the dog-owner in the background of the picture above has regularly refused to engage with club members who have asked them to obey the restriction. "The grounds are kept very well by volunteers who shouldn’t be subjected to rudeness when they politely ask people to remove their dogs." 

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BUS SHELTER TO BE PART OF CPC WORKS

New bus stop location.

Kildare County Council is to coordinate with the contractor and designer for the works at Cross and Passion College to deliver a bus shelter at the bus stop conditioned as part of the project, writes Brian Byrne. That information was provided to Cllr Tracey O'Dwyer at yesterday’s meeting of the Kildare-Newbridge MD, in answer to a question from her on the agenda.

Additional bus stops in Kilcullen will be evaluated for upgrade works, including bus shelters, in 2027. In answer to a further question from the councillor, bus notification poles at the church stop and Newbridge Road stop in Kilcullen for the Local Link Service are likely to be fully assessed for the delivery of required infrastructure in 2027.

Meanwhile, Cllr O’Dwyer also proposed allocating €8,000 from LPT funds to the Public Lighting Department for the installation of public lights at Mile Mill Cross, including the installation of ducting and civil works. 

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BARGE VIDEO EXPLORES ART, HOUSING AND LIFE

Assistant Arts Officer Paula Barrett, Marta Golubowska, and Riverbank Arts Centre Director Caroline Williams.

A video installation exploring dwelling beyond basic shelter needs is currently being presented on the Robertstown Community Barge, writes Brian Byrne. The exhibition, Idle Musing, by artist Marta Golubowska, runs from 15-23 September with limited visiting hours. 

At the official opening on 11 September, Social Democrats TD Rory Hearne highlighted art’s role in addressing the housing crisis, while Kildare County Council’s Paula Barret emphasised the importance of spaces for daydreaming. 

Golubowska’s work reflects on ownership and the intimacy of space. 

Culture Night events include a clay workshop and a canal tour, both free but requiring advance booking. 

A free talk, “Is it Warm on the Boat?”, will be held on 25 September. 

The project is funded by Kildare County Council Arts Service and supported by Riverbank Arts Centre. 

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LIONS WHIST RESTARTING

A reminder that the monthly Whist drives organised by Kilcullen Lions restart for the autumn TOMORROW, Thursday, 17 September, in Scoil Bhride. Start time is, as usual, 8pm.

All card players welcome.

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RED HOT MUSIC CLUB RESUMES IN OCTOBER

The Red Hot Music Club in Kilcullen resumes with its 2026 Autumn Series on October 29th with Susan O’Neill performing at Fallon’s Back Room. 

The lineup continues with Mike Hanrahan & Eleanor Shanley in November, Luka Bloom in January, and Leevy in February. 

The club continues to offer quality music in a unique venue, with tickets available soon on Eventbrite 

For ticket information and updates on future gigs, please visit and follow the Club's Facebook page or text 087 1732287. A Membership option covers all four gigs.

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EXHIBITION OF SKETCHBOOK CLUB WORK

A reminder that an exhibition on Thursday evening at Woodbine Books, themed ‘Renewal’, will showcase creative works from its Sketchbook Club, writes Brian Byrne.  The exhibition, open from 6pm to 8pm, will feature pieces from the work done between February and July, along with the sketchbooks themselves. 

The club, funded by the Books at One Community Prize Fund, provides a monthly creative space for local people of all ages, from first-time sketchbookers to professional artists. Sessions are free, led by Lyn Worrall, and Woodbine Books also provides refreshments. 

The club will begin a new session on 5 October, welcoming new members to join on the first Monday of each month. For more information, visit the Facebook page @timetodrawevents or drop in to Woodbine Books to sign up.

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PARISH LOTTO DRAW RESULTS

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 15th September 2026 were 1, 7, 15 and 19. 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 €9,400.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws are James and Ella Kenirons (Promoter Breda McCormack), Siobhan Mitchell (Nancy Fitzpatrick) and Caroline Murray (Adrienne Byrne).

The winners of the Promoters Draw were Vivian Clarke and Kilcullen Credit Union, and the winner of the draw for those in the Parish Centre on the night was Adrienne Byrne.

The Parish thanks all who support the Lotto.

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AED HOUSING UPGRADED

Image: First Responders.

Kilcullen Community First Responders have installed a new housing for the AED at Kilcullen Credit Union to protect it from the elements. The installation includes solar power to help keep the unit charged.

The group expressed gratitude to the community for their donations which go towards the provision and maintenance of life-saving equipment. 

In case of an emergency, call 112/999 and have your Eircode available.

Meanwhile, as part of their programme to spread knowledge of CPR and using AEDs across the community, the Responders recently held a course for the staff of Kilcullen Community Childcare & Education Centre, which was very much appreciated by all there.

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CHAIR YOGA IN NARRAGHMORE

Chair Yoga with Maryclare has resumed in The Old Hardware, Narraghmore, on Wednesdays.

The sessions, upstairs, begin at 10am. The session fee is €5, which includes complementary tea or coffee and a scone.

Phone 087 9011405 to book a chair.

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