Is this your missing dog?

This dog arrived at a Ballyshannon resident's home this afternoon. He’s wearing a red electric collar with a black box.

The resident lives at No 2 Lugatanna Park, Ballyshannon. 

She'll keep him tonight, but if not claimed, he will be left with KWWSPCA after 9am tomorrow.

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Cinema on Tuesday: Souleymane’s Story

Cinema is back on in Kilcullen next week after an unplanned interruption, writes Teresa Nurse of Kilcullen Lions. Showing next Tuesday, 17 February, is Souleymane’s Story.  

This is an award-winning film about an asylum seeker living day to day in Paris. A raw, compassionate and quietly devastating portrayal of one man forced to live precariously on the fringes of society. 

Tickets on sale in Woodbine Books, Kilcullen, and on Eventbrite.

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Sketchbook Club Monday evening

A reminder that a Kilcullen Sketchbook Club will be inaugurated on 16 February at 6pm at Woodbine Books. The initiative is funded by the Books at One Community Prize Fund, and is open to all from older teens upwards.  

Initiated by the organisers of the previous Drop-in & Draw events, the monthly meetups are open to all and provide a great opportunity to draw, chat, and exchange ideas. The cost is a €15 sketchbook available for purchase on the first night, after which the evenings are free.

This is a collaborative, encouraging, and open space for meetings and chats, to exchange ideas, encourage each other, share, or not share work. For more information, send a direct message here. 

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Dowling Property: 22 Brownstown Manor, The Curragh

Walk In and Hang Up Your Hat! 

Dowling Property is delighted to present to the market this simply fantastic, three-bedroom, three-bathroom, semi-detached house for sale. No. 22 is presented in show-house condition throughout and has been constantly upgraded and cared for both inside and out by its house-proud owners. This modern, B3-rated home is spacious and well laid out, the accommodation consisting of an entrance hallway, sitting room, guest WC, utility, kitchen/dining room, and downstairs bedroom. Upstairs are two double bedrooms with a master en-suite and family bathroom. 

The heating is oil and there's an open fire. The sitting room is generous in size and overlooks a green area to the front. This fabulous home is on a corner site, end house, and has tremendous space to the side, which would be ideal for a garage (STPP). The gardens are landscaped and very well maintained by the “green-fingered" owner. 

All amenities are located within walking distance of the front door, along with excellent access to M7. With its unrivalled location and fantastic presentation, we must now advise on early viewings to avoid disappointment. A Real Cracker!

AMV €395,000; DP’s Kildare Office 045482189; www.dowlingproperty.ie.

The busy spring selling season is now in full flow. If you are thinking of selling, then we’d love to hear from you and we can arrange a FREE call-out to your property. 

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Kilcullen car parking to be raised again

The issue of car parking in Kilcullen is being raised again at next Wednesday's meeting of the Kildare-Newbridge MD, writes Brian Byrne. A motion from Cllr Tracey O'Dwyer asks the council to outline the steps taken to begin a parking strategy for the town. 

The councillor notes that this was previously identified as a high-priority short-term action, intended to protect the prominence of the town centre. 

This follows a traffic and pedestrian survey of Kilcullen in May last year, undertaken on behalf of Kildare County Council, to assess traffic flow, density, parking turnover, and pedestrian movements. Last June, Cllr O'Dwyer requested that parking by-laws be developed for Kilcullen during a review of such by-laws across the county. 

Officials at the time said the matter would be raised at the Transport, Mobility and Open Spaces Strategic Policy Committee for consideration as part of the 2025 Work Programme, which includes parking policy. 

In other items for the meeting, Cllr O'Dwyer is asking the council to consider installing public lighting at Kinneagh Cross, to confirm a non-slip surface for the bend near Gormanstown Church, and to provide recommendations and next steps for Carnalway Bridge, which was damaged in a recent collision during icy weather.

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The passing of Geraldine Nugent

The death has occurred of Geraldine Nugent (née Foley), Avondale Drive, Kilcullen, on 10 February 2026, peacefully in the wonderful care of the nurses and staff of St Brigid's Hospice, The Curragh. 

Sadly missed by her loving husband Michael, daughters Nicola and Sandra, grandchildren Evan, Georgia, Jessica and Reece. Sons-in-law John and Joey, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

Geraldine will be reposing in Anderson & Leahy’s funeral home, Henry St, Newbridge, from 4pm on Thursday, with prayers at 7pm. Removal on Friday morning at 10.15am to arrive at the Church of the Sacred Heart & St Brigid, Kilcullen for 11am Mass, which will be live-streamed on this link. Her funeral will be afterwards to St Conleth’s Cemetery, Newbridge.

Family flowers only please.

Rest in peace.

Canoe Club Easter Camp

A reminder that Kilcullen Canoe Club is holding an Easter Camp this year in response to popular demand. The 4-day camp is open to anyone aged 12 and over and welcomes all abilities, especially complete beginners. 

The cost is €209 and includes morning and afternoon sessions from 8.30am to 12 noon and 1pm to 5pm. Participants will receive a Level 1 Paddlesports Skills Certificate and a year’s membership to Kilcullen Canoe Club. The camp features kayaking, canoeing, and SUP activities. Instructors are child safeguarding certified and regularly train juniors at Kilcullen Canoe Club. 

For tickets and more information, visit Eventbrite here. 

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AI summit for small businesses

A full-day event focusing on AI in small and medium businesses is organised by LEO Kildare for Local Enterprise Week. It will take place at Google HQ in Dublin on 3 March, with transport provided. 

AI Works for Ireland aims to empower Irish SMEs to develop and implement AI-driven strategies for sustainable growth. The event will offer insights from other SMEs and practical workshops, guiding attendees on how to achieve meaningful growth and tangible results by leveraging AI's efficiencies.

Attendance costs €20. More details and registration at this link. 

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