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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Parish Lotto Draw results

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 10th February 2026 were 10, 19, 26 and 29. 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 €3,200.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws are Stephanie Culleton (Promoter Mick Dunne), Kathleen Clifford (Vivian Clarke) and Helen Gordon (Mick Dunne).

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

The Parish thanks all who support the Lotto.

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Call for Kilcullen memorial to Frank Conroy, killed in Spanish Civil War

Kildare County Council is being asked to commission a memorial in Kilcullen to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the death of Frank Conroy, a local man killed in the Spanish Civil War, writes Brian Byrne. The matter is on the agenda of the next meeting of the Kildare-Newbridge MD, scheduled for 18 February, in a motion by Cllr Noel Connolly.

Born on 25 February 1914 in Kilcullen, Conroy died at Lopera in Córdoba, fighting with the International Brigade in December 1936. He had previously been an active IRA volunteer and a member of the Republican Congress.

On Saturday, 22 June 2019, Christy Moore unveiled a plaque to Conroy, presented to the Kilcullen Heritage Centre by the Friends of the International Brigades Ireland. 

The Frank Conroy Committee recently commissioned memorial badges, which are available at Kilcullen Heritage Centre.

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Have you registered for Maintain Hope Run-Walk?

There is less than three weeks left to register for Maintain Hope's inaugural 5K & 10K Walk/Run on 1st March. This is a chip-timed event, and all finishers will receive a medal. 

The event starts and ends at Kilcullen GAA. The 10k begins at 10.30am, and the 5k at 10.40am. 

Register now to avoid missing out on this fun event at JustRuns Events or scan the QR code above.

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Today is Safer Internet Day

Today is Safer Internet Day, with this year's theme focusing on the risks to young people of artificial intelligence on the web, writes Brian Byrne. An event at the Department of Justice Cybercrime Division will discuss the impact of generative AI on young people.

The day is supported in Ireland by ISPCC Childline, Webwise, Hotline.ie, and the National Parents Council (NPC) Primary, in association with the Irish Safer Internet Centre, providing a range of complementary online safety services. The shared mission is to make the internet a safer and more inclusive place for children and young people.

Initiated by the EU in 2004, Safer Internet Day is now celebrated in more than 160 countries and territories worldwide.

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Kildare Chamber survey on AI use

The County Kildare Chamber is surveying local businesses about their current use of artificial intelligence, writes Brian Byrne. The online survey takes only three minutes to complete. 

The initiative aims to evaluate the current use, skills, and challenges related to AI for both members and non-members. The feedback will inform potential future training sessions and other events organised by the Chamber. 

The organisers want to hear from those just beginning to use AI as well as from those already integrating it into their business. 

The survey can be accessed here.

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Shamrocks seek new hurlers

The South Kildare Shamrocks hurling club is looking for new members, especially in the age groups of U11s born in 2015 and U12s born in 2014. 

If you are a member of Kilcullen GAA, Two Mile House GAA Club, Athgarvan GAA & LGFA Club, you can play hurling with South Kildare Shamrocks. 

Hurling does not conflict with playing football for your home club, and there are teams for age groups up to minors. 

If you have any questions, please message the South Kildare Shamrocks Facebook page.

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Anglers AGM

The Kilcullen Trout and Salmon Anglers AGM will take place on Sunday, 15 February, upstairs at O’Connell’s Pub, Kilcullen, at 6:30pm. 

Everyone interested in fishing is welcome.

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