Noeleen came in by tractor

Difficult traffic conditions in Kilcullen this morning.

Kilcullen postmistress Noeleen Eston-O'Neill had to engage the goodwill of Dunlavin man David Coleman to bring her to Kilcullen on a tractor this morning, to open the Post Office, writes Brian Byrne.

She says she'll be doing the same tomorrow and the Post Office will be open from 10am until 1pm.

Meanwhile, as temperatures drop below freezing, road conditions are going to deteriorate rapidly. Local gardai are advising motorists to exercise extreme care, especially on side roads, and to avoid driving at all if possible.

Civil Defence have made their 4WD vehicles available to the Garda for any emergency needs, which is very important in this district as it abuts the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains.