Moll in Kilcullen theatre on Saturday night

Laois-based 4th Wall Theatre Group will bring John B Keane’s much-loved comedy Moll to the stage in Kilcullen tomorrow night, Saturday the 23rd, writes Brian Byrne, in what promises to be a truly entertaining performance.

Set in an Irish country presbytery, Moll is a sharply observed comedy centred on the arrival of the formidable new housekeeper Moll Kettle, whose presence quickly upsets the established order among the resident clergy.

The 4th Wall Theatre Group brings together performers from varied backgrounds, many with years of stage experience. The upcoming Kilcullen show marks the final leg of the group’s tour of Moll, which included performances in the Dunamaise Arts Centre and the Birr Theatre & Arts Centre.

The show starts at 8pm sharp. Tickets €15.

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GAA Bingo tonight with €1,000 Jackpot

Just a reminder that Kilcullen GAA's weekly Bingo sessions are a great social attraction every Friday night. Tonight's Jackpot is €1,000.

The clubhouse is open for tea and coffee from 7pm, and the first game plays off at 8pm.

All welcome.

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Kilcullen businesses welcome shoppers back as road works conclude

Businesses in Kilcullen are reminding customers that recent road works in the town have now been completed, making it a more attractive and enjoyable place to shop, dine, and visit.

After a period of disruption while works were underway, local traders say the town is now looking better than ever and are encouraging the public to come and experience everything Kilcullen has to offer.

Shop owners, cafés, and service providers say the finished improvements have made a more welcoming atmosphere for local shopping.

Some parking spaces have been lost to widening of footpaths, but business representatives note that there is public parking in the square, and several businesses provide parking.

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Headphones lost

A set of OpenRunPro 2 headphones was lost last evening in Kilcullen. It may have happened near the Daybreak store.

If found, contact Donna Ferns Hoey.

Reward offered.

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Home care staff opportunities

InisCare home care providers is recruiting staff to support clients in Naas and the surrounding areas. The company is seeking Healthcare Assistants, Rapid Responders, and Healthcare Supervisors to join its team.

There's a range of benefits for successful applicants, including mileage, a Refer-a-Friend programme, a bike-to-work scheme, mentoring, and sponsorship for QQI Level 5 (Care Skills and Care for the Elderly Person Modules). There's also a career progression plan.

Contact adrianareis@iniscare.ie for more information.

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Pedestrian crossing assessment 'when resources available'

An assessment of the need for a pedestrian crossing at Nicholastown will be carried out 'when resources are available', writes Brian Byrne. Cllr Tracey O'Dwyer, who is seeking the crossing, was told that her request has been 'added to a list' of similar requests across the county.

Cllr O'Dwyer told the monthly meeting of the Kildare-Newbridge MD that the need for the crossing is 'growing more and more', for pedestrians on the Nicholastown side to be able to access the entrance to the community centre, all weather pitches and the GAA Field of Dreams, and the primary and secondary schools.

She noted that an access from the road was always in place to allow pedestrians get to and from the schools and the community centre. "It even has the little railing to prevent children from running out onto the road," she said. "It is a natural permeability route and should be formalised."

She welcomed the commitment to have it assessed for a proper crossing.

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The passing of Bridget Gemma Steed

The death has occurred of Bridget Gemma Steed, née Birchall, Inchaquire, Ballitore Co Kildare and Yellow bog, Kilcullen, peacefully at her residence in the company of her loving family, on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

Predeceased by her parents Bridget, Denis and her brother-in-law Paddy, Bridget will be dearly missed by her husband Tom Steed, her sons Fabian, Justin and Thomas, her daughters Denise, Andrea, Bridget and Mary. Also her sons-in-law Martin, Aidan, Garrett and Barry, daughters-in-law Lillian, Mary and Jacqui, her brothers Tom and Denis and her sisters Ish and Sr John Vianney, her sisters-in-law Anne and Bridget. Bridget will also be sorely missed by her grandkids, Aaron, Adam, Ewan, Jason, Jack, Katie, Dylan, Sara, Izzy, Rebecca, Amy, Ryan, Emily, Sam, Garrett, Ben, Ross, Grace, Thomas and Daniel, and her nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Bridget will be reposing at her residence (R14 V449) on Friday 22nd from 2pm, concluding with prayers at 8pm. Removal on Saturday morning to arrive at Ss. Mary and Laurence Church, Crookstown, Co Kildare for 10am funeral mass. Burial afterwards will be in St Joseph's Church cemetery Gormanstown, Co Kildare.

Family flowers only please.

Donations may be made, if desired, to the Irish Hospice Foundation in memory of Bridget Gemma Steed (née Birchall).

Summer Camps at Kilcullen Community Centre

As we draw closer to summer holidays, the following camps will be held in Kilcullen Community Centre and All Weather Pitch, writes Enda O'Neill. So if you have a bored teen or pre-teen, one or two of these camps just might suit.

June 29th to 3rd July - Soccer Skills Academy, contact soccerskillsacademy@hotmail.com. 

July 6th to 10th July - Kilcullen Activity Summer Camp, contact kilcullenactivitycamp@gmail.com.

July 20th to 23rd and 28th to 31st - Badminton Ireland Camp, contact johnamond@badmintonireland.com. 

July 20th to July 24th - Latin and Ballroom Camp, contact aaron-niamh@hotmail.com. 

4th August to 7th August, two camps: Soccer Skills Academy, contact soccerskillsacademy@hotmail.com. Irish School DIY Camp, contact www.theirishschooldiy.ie.

10th August to 14th August - Let's Go! Summer Camps, contact info@letsgo.ie.

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Parish Lotto Draw results

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 19th May 2026 were 6, 11, 13 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 €6,000.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws are Martin Lambe (Promoter The Parish Office), Karen Doyle (Vanessa Clarke) and Michael Dunne (Berney’s Chemist).

The winners of the Promoters Draw were Valerie McTernan and Siobhan Tuite, and the winner of the draw for those in the Parish Centre on the night was Ger Kelly.

The Parish thanks all who support the Lotto.

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Prosperous Heritage Group to mark Frank Conroy 90th anniversary

The Prosperous Heritage Group will mark the 90th anniversary of the death of Kilcullen native Frank Conroy with a special public commemoration at the Kilcullen Heritage Centre on Saturday, 20 June, at 3pm.

Conroy was born in Kilcullen in 1914 and later joined the International Brigades to defend the Democratic Spanish Republic during the Spanish Civil War. He was killed at Córdoba, Spain, in 1936, becoming one of the Irish volunteers who gave their lives in the fight against fascism.

In a significant and symbolic moment, the Prosperous Heritage Group will publicly unfurl the International Brigade’s red, yellow and purple banner for the first time at the commemoration.

The main speaker at the event will be Kildare historian James Durney, who will be joined by Harry Owens, historian of the Spanish Civil War. The event will be chaired by Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh, Sinn Féin TD for Kildare South.

Music on the day will be provided by young local traditional Irish musicians, with organisers also hinting that a special guest may join them on stage.

Admission is free, and all are welcome.

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