CPC students raise funds for Jeremy Burke Bursary and Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust

The CPC Student Council has raised €770 in support of the Jeremy Burke Modern Music Bursary and the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. The Bursary was created in memory of musician Jeremy Burke, who died in January 2023.

The cheque was presented by broadcaster Marie Crowe to Jeremy's mother, Louise Kelly, during a visit to the school. Both Marie and Louise are past pupils of CPC and attended the college together.

The bursary supports young musicians playing modern popular music by helping with costs such as equipment, tuition, and third-level music studies. The award is open to 5th- and 6th-year CPC music students.

The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust is a charity dedicated to easing the financial burden on bereaved families, repatriating the bodies of loved ones who have died abroad, suddenly or tragically, back to Ireland. 

Louise thanked the Student Council and the wider school community for their generosity, stressing the importance of the funds in enabling both organisations to continue their work. The school commended the Student Council for its efforts in organising the fundraiser.

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Yoga and hiking retreat in the summer

A luxury eco yoga and hiking retreat organised by No1 Fitness will take place in the Wicklow Mountains from 26–28 June. The retreat, hosted at The Deerstone Luxury Eco Hideaway, offers three days of movement, mindfulness, and time in nature. 

Guests will stay in eco cottages surrounded by woodland and mountain views, enjoying four yoga sessions, a guided mountain hike, and a guided sunrise mindfulness walk. There will also be time for rest, personal reflection, and evening gatherings around the fire. A nourishing, wholesome, and high-standard vegetarian menu will be served throughout the weekend. 

Attendees will have full access to the on-site spa facilities, including a sauna, cold plunge, hydro pool, and hot tubs. 

The retreat begins on Friday at 4pm and concludes on Sunday with a farewell brunch at 11am. Further details are available via WhatsApp at 087 9754415.

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Tidy Towns Table Quiz

Kilcullen Tidy Towns will host a fundraising quiz night at Fallons of Kilcullen on Friday, 13 March. The event starts at 8.30pm, with teams of four costing €40 per table. 

A raffle will take place on the night, offering a variety of prizes. All proceeds will support the work of Kilcullen Tidy Towns. 

All are welcome to attend, test their knowledge, and enjoy a great evening out for a good cause.

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Public health promotion event at Mart

A pop-up health promotion event focusing on Type 2 diabetes risk and healthy living will take place at Kilcullen Farmer’s Mart on Wednesday, 4 March, from 10am.

The event will feature information sessions on healthy eating and lifestyle given by a diabetes dietitian and a diabetes nurse specialist. Attendees can also avail themselves of free screening to assess their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

The event is open to all members of the public, and everyone is welcome to attend.

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Parish Lotto Draw results

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 3rd March 2026 were 4, 10, 11 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 €3,800.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws are Breda Archbold (Promoter John Archbold), Edward Cross (PJ Lydon) and Elaine Byrne (May Coyne).

The winners of the Promoters Draw were Mick Dunne 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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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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Volunteers sought for Daffodil Day 2026

The organisers of Daffodil Day are looking for volunteer collectors for the 2026 event, scheduled for Friday, 20 March. 

Contact Trish Dowling at trishd10@gmail.com if you'd like to help. Last year's collection raised €7,842. 

Collection points include Eurospar, Nolan's, Daybreak Kilcullen, Athgarvan, and Centra Kilcullen.

It's the 39th year of the collection in Kilcullen, and well in excess of €100,000 has been donated to the Irish Cancer Society by Kilcullen people in the appeal.

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The passing of Phena Bermingham

The death has occurred of Delphena (Phena) Bermingham, of Mooretown, Kilcullen, Co Kildare, on 2nd March 2026, peacefully at her residence in the company of her loving family.

Predeceased by her husband Tom and by her daughter Catherine Ryan, Phena is sadly missed by her children Sheila, Brendan, John, Noeleen, Brian, Mary and Thomas, sons-in-law Michael, Finbarr, Ger and Simon and by her daughter-in-law Camilla, brother Paddy, sisters-in-law Ann and Gemma, and her adored grandchildren Siobhan, Paul, Aisling Marie, Stephen, Ciaran, Ziyan, Lucas, David, Deirdre, Kevin, Oisin, Hannah, Emma and Aaron, her seven great grandchildren, her extended family and her wide circle of friends.

Phena will be reposing at her residence on Wednesday, 4 March (Eircode R56 PP89) from 12 noon, with removal from there at 5pm to the Church of the Sacred Heart and St Brigid, Kilcullen, arriving for Reception Prayers at 5.30pm.

Requiem Mass on Thursday 5 March at 9.30am, which may be viewed on this link. 

This will be followed by Cremation at Newlands Cross Crematorium for service at 12 Noon, which may be streamed on this link. 

Family flowers only, please.

Rest in peace.

Successful Maintain Hope run

Charity founder Gerry O'Donoghue (right) and John Dowling of Dowling Property, who was delighted with his third-place finish in the 10k race.

We had a highly successful fundraising run for Maintain Hope on Sunday, with the weather remaining dry and creating perfect conditions for runners and walkers, writes Gerry O'Donoghue. With over 160 participants, the event exceeded our expectations. 

JustRuns, led by Lisa Keogh, provided technical expertise and created a really enjoyable atmosphere. We are grateful to all the participants and our volunteer stewards, who received much praise for their efficiency and courtesy. The use of Kilcullen GAA’s facilities was essential to the event's success, and we sincerely thank them. 

Participants can check their times by logging onto justrunvents.ie and clicking on the “Results” tab.

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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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Saipan screening in Kilcullen

Saipan, starring Steve Coogan and Éanna Hardwicke, is the next film showing at Kilcullen Bridge Cinema on Tuesday 10 March, writes Teresa Nurse of Kilcullen Lions. Saipan revisits the infamous row between Mick McCarthy and Roy Keane in the weeks before the 2002 World Cup. 

Led by coach McCarthy and captain Keane, the Irish team travels to Saipan for a key preparation camp. However, Keane grows frustrated with the quality of the facilities and resources available to them. McCarthy attempts to reassure his star player, but soon the two men are embroiled in a heated and very public dispute-one that escalates when Keane threatens to return home.

Saipan is a compelling and vibrant dramatisation of one of the most infamous sporting sagas in Irish history. Éanna Hardwicke (Keane) and Steve Coogan (McCarthy)are both superb as the men at the centre of the row. 

Tickets are €7 and are now on sale in Woodbine Books, Kilcullen, and on Eventbrite.

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Young cyclists do well in Navan

Kilcullen Cycling Club's Tom Hughes and Conor Regan were first and second in the Seamus Kennedy Memorial C3 race in Navan at the weekend. 

The pair finished over a minute ahead of the rest of the large field.

Photo courtesy Liam Walker.

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