Covid-19 Kilcullen local noticeboard latest updates
Abide by the Covid-19 Restrictions and Stay At Home.
3 APRIL
Bardons Takeaway Service will again be in operation this Friday and Saturday. Ordering from 1pm-8pm daily, 045 482286, with collection available 5pm-9pm.
2 APRIL
Two notes have come in from Diary readers, with suggestions to help with social distancing on the town's footpaths.
Family meals are available for collection at the weekend from Kalbarri Cookery School and the Brown Bear Restaurant. Details here.
Valu€Zone will be open from 10am-2pm on Friday and Saturday. They have stocks of hand sanitiser and surgical masks.
A webinar with Heart 2 Heart Physiotherapy will be held this morning, 2 April, to explore exercise in relation to heart disease.
If any member of the community requires assistance please contact your local Garda Station and make the request. Kilcullen Gardai can be contacted at 045 481212 or 086 8582822. Naas Gardai 045 884300. Newbridge Gardai 045 431212. Athy Gardai 059 8631669. Kildare CoCo Community helpline 045 980202.
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For the duration of the Covid-19 restrictions, Kitchen World is offering a full design service for kitchens, wardrobes, and related appliances via phone, email, and video calls.
H and H Motors have closed until further notice, but have an emergency number for those who need urgent repairs — 087 2203510.
Ger's Fruit & Veg has reversed the decision to close temporarily, because of an 'overwhelming' community reaction.
Kilcullen AFC wants to remind all that the Avondale Pitch and Training Area is closed TO ALL until further notice.
A request has been made for any organisation providing services and supports to people most affected by Covid-19 to connect with the Kildare Public Participation Network.
NOTIFICATIONS UP TO 31/02/20
Kilcullen's Leinster Marts operation was the background on RTE News today in a story about marts being allowed to facilitate animals sales in restricted circumstances.
Rea's Takeaway is open, and delivers. Phone 045 480537.
This guide to safe shopping during the Covid-19 situations answers the questions very many people have on this concern.
No1 Fitness Kilcullen will now be closed until at least Monday the 20th of April 2020.
Protective gear like rubber gloves and masks held by businesses closed due to the Covid-19 situation can be donated for health professionals use by contacting Kilcullen Garda Station on 045 481212 who will arrange collection and delivery.
Kildare County Council has reopened the Civic Amenity Sites at Silliot Hill in Kilcullen and Gallows Hill in Athy, for disposal of 'essential' waste only.
The Kildare Covid-19 Community Response Forum is now in place and is available to contact from 9am-5pm seven days a week.
Kilcullen Trout & Salmon Anglers have asked all members to respect their decision to close their water to fishing until 12 April.
Kilcullen Garda Station is the control centre for managing a community help service in both Naas and Kildare Garda Districts during the Covid-19 situation, providing assistance for those confined to their homes, by making deliveries of food or medicine.
Kildare County Council offices are closed with immediate effect, due to the coronavirus situation, until further notice. Council staff are available to deal with queries relating to essential services.
Carry Out Kilcullen will be open from 11am to 8pm Monday to Saturday and from 12.30pm to 8pm on Sunday for the next two weeks.
Kildare County Council will have a dedicated Community Support Helpline available from tomorrow, Monday 30 March, on 045 980202.
MEDICAL
Kilcullen Family Practice: Open, but with restrictions. All patients with runny nose, temperature, cough, headache or who have reason to believe they are at risk of Coronavirus infection to PHONE FIRST, 045 481818, before attending for pre-booked appointments.
Kilcullen Medical Centre: Open, with restrictions. Call 045 481411 or knock on window for entry. If having been in affected areas or concerned about exposure, return to your car or home and phone 1850 24 1850.
Kilcullen Physiotherapy Clinic: Open, but door locked. Entry only by appointment. Phone 086 3554767.
Berney's Chemists: Open, asking customers to ring or email prescriptions and delivery or collections times will be sent. 045 481497 or 085 8140168 or berneyschemist@gmail.com. Closing 1pm-2pm.
Burke Pharmacy: Open, offering home delivery. 045 897489; Fax 045 874435; Kilcullenpharmacy@burkespharmacy.ie.
FOOD AND HOUSEHOLD
Eurospar Kilcullen is offering free delivery for the vulnerable and older people in the town who might find the current situation too difficult for shopping.
Nolan's Butchers is opening 8am-4pm for the rest of the week, with 8.30am-9.30am reserved for older people and vulnerable people.
Cross's Centra: Open, customers asked to abide by social distancing. 045 484663.
Daybreak Kilcullen: Open, Shop is fully stocked.
Armelle's Kitchen: Open and also providing delivery to doorstep or car boot. New savoury offerings. Closing at 4pm each day. Phone 045 480697.
TAKEAWAY FOOD
Crean's Place has put together 'take-away kits' of its menu which will be available for order and collection on Saturday and Sunday.
The River Cafe is opening between 10am-2pm for takeout tea and coffee only, ordered and provided at the door.
Kalbarri Cookery is offering pre-ordered take-away meals on Saturdays, details here.
Brown Bear Restaurant in Two Mile House is offering a contactless takeaway service from 5pm to 9pm. Please call 045 883561 to place orders.
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Kilcullen Community Centre and all activities on the campus will remain closed until Tuesday 14 April.
Berney's Chemists are encouraging customers to phone or email their prescriptions in, and they will arrange a suitable delivery time.
Ger Peacocke has closed his shoe and boot repair business until further notice.
Ger's Fruit & Veg has closed until further notice. Geraldine would like to thank all her loyal customers for their invaluable support and reassures them she will be back open when it is safe to do so. Some stock left so ring text 087 9028050 and what is available can be delivered over the next 4-5 days.
Bardons have closed their temporary takeaway service until further notice. They express their thanks to all who supported them.
Jeremy Hart's Re-Vamps is still available on an emergency call-out basis in areas such as electrical, plumbing, glazing and roofing. Also available to collect/deliver Essential Supplies.
Nichola Kennedy will not be able to operate a ‘call-out’ service from today, on instructions from her Association. No ‘in practice’ consultations can be made either at this time. Any ocular emergencies will be triaged over the phone.
NOTICES PRIOR TO 29/03/20
Also, as of last night’s deadline, Woodbine Books has also now closed all service until at least 12 April.
Kilcullen Community Action has suspended all activities, including work in the Library garden, painting, and pollinator projects.
Kildare County Council has announced closure of the Civic Amenity sites at Silliot Hill and at Gallows Hill in Athy until further notice.
The Construction Industry Federation has announced that all construction workers must stay at home, unless where their work is an essential health, social care or other essential service that cannot be done from home.
Brennan's Hardware shop is now fully closed to the public, following the latest Government announcement. No new deliveries for the moment.
Under the new regulations announced last night, these are the Essential Retail Outlets which are allowed to stay open. Note that some of the notices below are now superseded by this list.
Stringent new restrictions have been imposed by the Government in an effort to slow the rate of Covid-19 infection.
Kilcullen Community First Responders have announced that they have been stood down, in line with instructions to all such units around the country.
Cross's Centra is now offering a Call & Collect Service for customers who find it difficult or worrisome to come in and do their own shopping.
Catherine Mulrennan is maintaining deliveries of flowers during the Covid crisis. Orders can be made by phone 086 3275668 or 045 481092 or through her Kildare Flowers website kildareflowers.ie.
All training sessions under the Kildare Community Biodiversity Project are postponed until September 2020, according to a statement from Green Pine Consultants who are coordinating the programme.
Crean's Place has put together 'take-away kits' of its menu which will be available for order and collection on Saturday and Sunday.
St Bridget's Pitch & Putt Club is closed, both course and clubhouse.
COMMERCIAL
Catherine Mulrennan is maintaining deliveries of flowers during the Covid crisis. Orders can be made by phone 086 3275668 or 045 481092 or through her Kildare Flowers website kildareflowers.ie.
Appleton Property: Working behind closed doors; contact by phone 045 482759 or 087 1311133 or email.
Dowling Property: Office closed, business by phone 045 482189 or info@dowlingproperty.ie.
Ger Dooley's Kildare Bathroom Company has temporarily closed the showroom and trade counter for the safety of staff, customers and families. Anyone with queries or needing any assistance can call mobile 086 8555938, also Sales@kildarebathrooms.ie, on Facebook, Instagram or the website.
Dunleas Kia have closed their showrooms, but the Service Department is open. Used vehicles can be viewed on their website.
Berney Bros is offering a drive up and collect service, contact by phone at 045 481228 an online, with free shipping through Ireland for the duration of the restrictions.
The Kilcullen Office of Kildare Credit Union will open the following hours: Tuesday 9am-1pm; Wednesday Closed; Thursday 9am-1pm; Friday 9am-1pm; Saturday 9am-1pm.
Tech Services: Closed, but will do computer repairs by appointment. Leo at 087 6665627.
The Bank of Ireland Kilcullen Advice and Self-Service office has closed until further notice. The branches in Naas, Newbridge and Kildare are remaining open.
Re-Vamps will remain available at the present time. Full details here.
EDUCATION
All schools closed.
Students studying for the State examinations who are confined to home should use the time for revision, CPC teacher Glenda Groome suggests. "They have already completed a vast amount of work at school," she says. "This is an excellent time for revision."
Drama Dynamics is conducting all classes, and the adult class rehearsals, using the Zoom online app, at the normal class times.
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
All training sessions under the Kildare Community Biodiversity Project are postponed until September 2020, according to a statement from Green Pine Consultants who are coordinating the programme.
SOCIAL PROTECTION
Social Protection: The detail in this link will help those who have lost employment due to the COVID19 pandemic. This includes a new COVID 19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment which is designed to quickly deliver a social welfare payment to the unemployed during this six week-period. There is no need to visit the Intreo office, these forms can be accessed online or by phone (1890 800 024 or 01-2481398) and submitted by post.
TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Sunny Cleaners, Lotus Takeaway, Ellen's Hair Salon, Ladbrokes Turf Accountants, Liffey Barber Shop, Shelly's Barber, Bridge Barbers, Hair by Eilis, Vincents, Alkebabish Kilcullen, The Hair Emporium, The Powder Room, The River Cafe, Tech Services, Crean's Place, Pretty & Polished Beauty and Frozen Princess Parties by Pretty & Polished, Final Furlong Cafe, Game Machine, Eye Candy Beauty Clinic, Secret Kloset, King's Garden Restaurant, Henry Talt Services, Sally's Nails, The Old Hardware in Narraghmore, An Tearmann, and No 1 Fitness. All pubs.
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(Most have been aggregated in the above listings.)
Noel O'Connell Plumbsource & Bathhaus will be operating new business hours, Monday to Friday from 10am-4pm, and closed on Saturdays.
Bardons of Kilcullen is now offering a takeaway food service. Orders will be taken by phone 045 482286 from 3pm-9pm, and collection is from 5pm-9pm.
Evelyn O'Sullivan is one of those whose face-to-face business of Drama Dynamics had to yield to the physical distancing rules, but she has just completed a couple of day of meeting with and teaching her students online.
Due to the evolving situation regarding the covid-19 virus and following the advice of the government, Berney Bros is initiating new measures to protect its staff and customers.
Brennan's Hardware will be operating during new hours of 8am to 4pm. Customers will be allowed enter through the yard gate at the rear of the building, limited in the shop itself to four at a time.
Eurospar Kilcullen is now offering free delivery for the vulnerable and older people in the town who might find the current situation to difficult for shopping.
Skoda has issued an infographic showing the parts of your car you should disinfect regularly. Disinfection should be done before and after you use the car, especially if you share the car with another, or you gave someone a lift.
The Bank of Ireland Kilcullen Advice and Self-Service office has closed until further notice. The branches in Naas, Newbridge and Kildare are remaining open.
Kalbarri Cookery is offering pre-ordered takeway meals on Saturday 28 March, details here.
Local author Hazel Gaynor will be hosting live weekly video chats about books and reading, from today, Wednesday 24 March, on her Facebook page, Facebook.com/hazelgaynorbooks, beginning at 4pm.
Woodbine Books is offering a new service for the duration of the Covid closure, bundles of three books chosen by the bookshop, to be collected, delivered, or posted.
The Kilcullen Community Centre has warned that people are NOT permitted to climb the All Weather Pitch fence to use that facility during the coronavirus shutdown.
Nolan’s of Kilcullen thanks everyone for their patience and understanding whilst observing the social distancing measures. The shop will open from 8am to 4pm on 23, 24 and 25 March with 8.30-9.30am reserved for the elderly and the vulnerable who might struggle in larger group situations. Plans for following days will be published on Wednesday.
The weekly Tai Chi class run by Yuki Kobayashi in Kilcullen Parish Centre, now closed to the public for the duration, are now being conducted online each weekday morning, using the conferencing app Zoom to connect each individual with the group, via their smartphones or iPad or computer.
A joint HSE/GAA scheme to set up a database of volunteers with various trades and skills is being set up across the country including identified areas across County Kildare.
Re-Vamps will remain available at the present time. "We are committed to implementing government guidance in containing this virus. We have arrangements in place for social distancing, hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette and surface cleaning." Full details here.
The Community Centre has asked that young people DO NOT climb over the fence to access the closed all-weather pitch.
Scoil Bhride reminds people that the school property is closed to the public, WHICH INCLUDES the walking track ... no walkers, buggies or bicycles allowed on the track during the closure.
Ger's Fruit & Veg has changed opening hours, from Monday to Saturday 10am-4pm and closed as usual on Sundays. Card payments would be appreciated when possible. Orders can be phoned in and collected or delivered.
Ger Dooley's Kildare Bathroom Company has temporarily closed the showroom and trade counter for the safety of staff, customers and families. Anyone with queries or needing any assistance can call mobile 086 8555938, also Sales@kildarebathrooms.ie, on Facebook, Instagram or the website.
Berney Bros Saddlery Kilcullen: Remaining open for the moment but are reviewing the situation daily. "If you have any saddles or tack that need repairs during this quieter time, please send them to us and we will endeavour to turn them round as quick as possible and courier them back to you."
IMPORTANT: Anyone using the Outdoor Gym Equipment located beside the Community Centre should follow the recommended HSE Guidelines in Hand Sanitation and Social Distancing until further notice.
Kilcullen Family Practice: Open, but with restrictions. All patients with runny nose, temperature, cough, headache or who have reason to believe they are at risk of Coronavirus infection to PHONE FIRST, 045 481818, before attending for pre-booked appointments.
Kilcullen Medical Centre: Open, with restrictions. Call 045 481411 or knock on window for entry. If having been in affected areas or concerned about exposure, return to your car or home and phone 1850 24 1850.
Kilcullen Physiotherapy Clinic: Open, but door locked. Entry only by appointment. Phone 086 3554767.
Berney's Chemists: Open, asking customers to ring or email prescriptions and delivery or collections times will be sent. 045 481497 or 085 8140168 or berneyschemist@gmail.com. Closing 1pm-2pm.
Burke Pharmacy: Open, offering home delivery. 045 897489; Fax 045 874435; Kilcullenpharmacy@burkespharmacy.ie.
Nolan's Butchers: Opening hours Thursday again from 8am-4pm.
Nichola Kennedy Optometrist is working behind closed doors. Call 045-484643 or email to contact Nichola, who is working on her own for the moment.
Eurospar Kilcullen: Open, with reserved time for elderly and vulnerable 8.30am-9.30am.
Cross's Centra: Open, customers asked to abide by social distancing. 045 484663.
Daybreak Kilcullen: Open, deliveries arrived as normal and shop is fully stocked.
Armelle's Kitchen: Open and also providing delivery to doorstep or car boot. New savoury offerings. Closing at 4pm each day. Phone 045 480697
Nolan's Butchers: Open, with opening times for next day posted on social media the evening before.
Ger's Fruit & Veg: Open, offering home delivery. Call/text 087 9028050.
CarryOut Off Licence: Open. Maintain social distancing.
Woodbine Books: Working behind closed doors, will deliver orders. 045 482777, woodbinebooks@gmail.com or use website and social media accounts.
Tech Services: Closed, but will do computer repairs by appointment. Leo at 087 6665627.
KCA/Garda Volunteer Delivery: Volunteers available to assist any isolated person in a time of need for the duration of this Covid-19 situation. Anyone who is older and/or self isolating and needs help, medication or provisions, at a time when normal help is not available, should call the Garda Mobile Number (086 8582822), manned from 7am to 10pm.
Appleton Property: Working behind closed doors; contact by phone 045 482759 or 087 1311133 or email.
Dowling Property: Office closed, business by phone 045 482189 or info@dowlingproperty.ie.
Drama Dynamics is working by video and online, on Facebook page and Instagram, with games which will keep kids at home busy creatively, along with breathing and relaxation techniques. The games are available to everyone.
The Kilcullen Office of Kildare Credit Union will open the following hours: Tuesday 9am-1pm; Wednesday Closed; Thursday 9am-1pm; Friday 9am-1pm; Saturday 9am-1pm. The Narraghmore Office will open on Monday 9am-1pm; Tuesday Closed; and Friday 9am-1pm. These times are subject to further change, please keep an eye on the Credit Union's Facebook page and website. They are available on the phone if required 9am-5pm Monday to Friday 045 521928. Any member coming to the office is asked to maintain social distancing. Online facilities can be used for payments into accounts and transfers between accounts.
Valu€ Zone: Open 10am-4pm until further notice. Please obey instructions from staff re social distancing.
TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Sunny Cleaners, Lotus Takeaway, Ellen's Hair Salon, Ladbrokes Turf Accountants, Liffey Barber Shop, Shelly's Barber, Bridge Barbers, Hair by Eilis, Vincents, Alkebabish Kilcullen, The Hair Emporium, The Powder Room, The River Cafe, Tech Services, Crean's Place, Pretty & Polished Beauty and Frozen Princess Parties by Pretty & Polished, Final Furlong Cafe, Game Machine, Eye Candy Beauty Clinic, Secret Kloset, King's Garden Restaurant, Henry Talt Services, Sally's Nails, The Old Hardware in Narraghmore, An Tearmann, and No 1 Fitness. All pubs. All schools.
Social Protection: The detail in this link will help those who have lost employment due to the COVID19 pandemic. This includes a new COVID 19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment which is designed to quickly deliver a social welfare payment to the unemployed during this six week-period. There is no need to visit the Intreo office, these forms can be accessed online or by phone (1890 800 024 or 01-2481398) and submitted by post.
For any other notifications, email kilcullendiary@gmail.com or text 086 8267104.
No harm to remind people of my social media advice last week, especially as I see an increased level of misinformation and actual bad-minded activity. Practice a little truth hygiene. Just because somebody reposts that 'advice' from 'a doctor in China at the centre of the crisis' or wherever else, doesn't mean it's real, or true. All sharing it does is increase the infection of anxiety. So, like you now refrain from handshakes, DON'T TOUCH THAT 'LIKE' OR 'SHARE' BUTTON without a deal of careful thought.
PREVIOUS NOTIFICATIONS BELOW
LATEST ADVISORIES
Armelle and Kenny in Armelle's Kitchen are adding extra measures to comply with the WHO and HSE recommendations. The shop is offering delivery locally free of charge on phone orders, to doorsteps or cars in the car park.
James Nolan says that the butchers will be open today from 8am-4pm. He says that the business is trying to remain open as much as it can, and will make people aware of the next day's hours each evening.
Ger's Fruit and Veg are offering a delivery service to customers. "We realise that some people may be reluctant to leave their house to get fresh fruit and veg. Just call/text us on 087 9028050 and we can arrange a delivery time."
The priests of Kilcullen and Gormanstown Parish have decided that there will be no more public masses until the Covid-19 situation is over.
Hair by Eilis has decided to close temporarily, until it is safe to open again.
Woodbine Books will be operating behind closed doors from Wednesday 18th March. You can still order books, stationery, cards, gift vouchers etc either by phoning 045 482777, emailing woodbinebooks@gmail.com or using our website and social media accounts.
Local businesses continue to announce temporary closures, the list now includes Alkebabish Kilcullen, The Hair Emporium, The Powder Room, The River Cafe Kilcullen, Tech Services, Crean's Place, Pretty & Polished Beauty and Frozen Princess Parties by Pretty & Polished, Final Furlong Cafe, Game Machine, Eye Candy Beauty Clinic, Secret Kloset, King's Garden Restaurant, Henry Talt Services, Sally's Nails, The Old Hardware in Narraghmore, An Tearmann, and No 1 Fitness.
In conjunction with Kilcullen area Gardai, a group of volunteers will be available to assist any isolated person in a time of need for the duration of this Covid-19 situation. Anyone who is older and/or self isolating and needs help, medication or provisions, at a time when normal help is not available, should call the Garda Mobile Number (086 8582822), manned from 7am to 10pm.
Kilcullen Family Practice are asking all patients who are sick with runny nose, temperature, cough, headache or who have reason to believe they are at risk of Coronavirus infection to PHONE FIRST, 045 481818, before attending for pre-booked appointments.
Kilcullen Community First Responders has appealed to people to NOT ring 999 or 112 emergency services or GP out of hours unless you have a genuine emergency or need URGENT medical attention. The services are overwhelmed with calls regarding COVID-19 but this is NOT an appropriate use of resources, and could prevent someone in cardiac arrest receiving the help they need.
Burkes Pharmacy Kilcullen is offering a free prescription delivery service. Customers can fax or email their prescriptions to the pharmacy and these will be prepared and delivered to you within 24 hours. Phone 045 897489; Fax 045 874435; email Kilcullenpharmacy@burkespharmacy.ie.
Berney's Chemist have asked if customers could ring to order their prescriptions prior to coming to the Chemist. That way a time for collection or delivery arrangement can be set. Call 045 481497 or 085 8140168 or email berneyschemist@gmail.com.
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Alkebabish Kilcullen will close until further notice. "Your continued support and understanding is very much appreciated during this time. Here’s to hoping all our efforts will make a remarkable difference and that everyone stays safe in the meantime."
The Hair Emporium has decided to close temporarily. "We will follow and monitor all HSE guidelines and will adapt to advice provided accordingly. We have one opportunity to get this right so as a team we are acting now and undertaking social distancing to stop the spread of COVID 19." - The girls @thehairemporium1 x
The Powder Room will be temporarily closed until further notice. Please mind yourselves and your families and keep safe - Amy & Colleen.
Kildare Credit Union will be maintaining office services, but may have to provide them at a reduced level, as it works to ensure the health of staff and members during the Covid 19 outbreak. Any member coming to the office is asked to maintain social distancing. Online facilities can be used for payments into accounts and transfers between accounts.
Armelle's Kitchen will open on Wednesday as normal, but with all the updated HSE and WHO recommendations applied. Armelle says they are also thinking of doing homemade quiches, savoury crêpes and stews, but would appreciate input and thoughts from customers. She and Kenny will also happily deliver locally free of charge, or bring your order to your car.
Bank of Ireland has waived contactless payment fees, as they are the preferred option for payment during the current Covid crisis.
The River Cafe Kilcullen has decided to close for the duration of the Covid emergency.
Tech Services are offering phone and computer repair services by appointment only. If you wish to make an appointment please contact Leo at 087 6665627.
Nichola Kennedy Optometrists are currently awaiting a government decision on closure and so remain open for business. "If you have an appointment in the coming days we would ask you to attend unaccompanied. We are asking that no children attend for eye examinations in order to ensure the safety of our staff. Anyone with cold symptoms should rebook when feeling better."
Following on the closure of schools, and now bars and nightclubs, Crean's Place have decided to also close their doors until further notice.
County Kildare Chamber have postponed all March training courses, workshops and events that they provide for their 400-plus business membership.
Camp Kilcullen at Scoil Bhride will not be going ahead this Easter due to Covid.
Kilcullen Community Centre will be closed for the rest of the week, and opening for the following week will be reviewed on Sunday evening.
River Cafe Kilcullen is open as normal, with social distancing and hygiene guidelines applied. Will encourage take out. Please only pay by contactless card. To order in advance please phone 045 480472.
The Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto has been paused until further notice. Promoters and customers are asked to follow guidelines and stay safe.
All bars are closed, including hotel bars. All schools are closed, as are childcare facilities.
The detail in this link will help those who have lost employment due to the COVID19 pandemic. This includes a new COVID 19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment which is designed to quickly deliver a social welfare payment to the unemployed during this six week-period. There is no need to visit the Intreo office, these forms can be accessed online or by phone (1890 800 024 or 01-2481398) and submitted by post.
Sports clubs and community organisations which have ceased some or all of their activities include Kilcullen Canoe Club, Kilcullen Bowls Club, Kilcullen GAA, St Bridget's Pitch & Putt Club, Kilcullen Playground, Brannockstown Youth Club, Kilcullen's Bridge Clubs, the Library, Kilcullen Lions Club, the GAA and AFC clubs, the Mom and Baby group at Kilcullen Health Centre, and Bridge Camphill campus and An Tearmann.
Masses in Kilcullen are limited to 100 people, who are asked to keep their distance from each other. The Parish church is open for individual prayer.
Kilcullen Parish Office will be closed to the public after the St Patrick's Weekend, but can be contacted by phone or email from 10am to 1pm each day. There will be no adoration in the Parish Centre on Thursdays until further notice.
Brannockstown Baptist Church has suspended all activities, but has held an online service.
Iarnród Éireann, Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann, Go-Ahead Ireland, Luas and Local Link services will be implementing their normal schedule of services other than St Patrick's Day. JJ Kavanagh has cancelled almost all bus services from Monday.
THE EARLY LIST
Kilcullen Canoe Club has postponed the Ballymore-Kilcullen race due to be held on 21 March, because of the impact of COVID-19.
The Final Furlong Cafe has taken the difficult decision to close the cafe with immediate effect. "I hope all our amazing customers stay safe during this difficult time and can't wait to hear all your stories of how we survived covid 19 when we reopen." - Ruth and all the girls in the Final Furlong Cafe.
Kilcullen Community Childcare and Education Centre thanks children, families and staff for their very sensible and measured response to the shutdown of the service to further prevent the spread of Covid 19. KCCEC are encouraging all children in the community to send photos of their amazing artwork, models, projects, blanket forts, lego creations, baking, craft projects, stories and every other activity they get up to. Here are some ideas to get you started
Game Machine has postponed all events due to take place up to and including the 29th March 2020. "We wish everyone good health through this time, and look forward to resuming business as usual when everything returns to normal. Stay Safe" - Team Game Machine.
Eye Candy Beauty Clinic is closing temporarily until it is safe to open again. "I have so many clients who are nurses and I always preach to them that Irish people love our nurses. By staying at home we are showing them that respect."
Secret Kloset will close temporarily to help stop the spread of Covid-19. "But we will still post lots of fab photos on our Facebook page," says Shirley, "and on Instagram. Although we don't have a website you can still browse and shop through our page. We can post gift vouchers too. I am contactable for any of your enquiries."
King's Garden Restaurant has joined the ranks of local eating places to announce temporary closure.
Henry Talt Services have decided to close temporarily until further notice. Anyone with urgent problems please drop a message on the business's Facebook page or email htaltservices@outlook.com.
Berney's Chemist have asked if customers could ring to order their prescriptions prior to coming to the Chemist. That way a time for collection or delivery arrangement can be set. Call 045 481497 or 085 8140168 or email berneyschemist@gmail.com.
Walls of Kilgowan have decided to close from this evening (15 March) due to the coronavirus.
In conjunction with Kilcullen area Gardai, a group of volunteers will be available to assist any isolated person in a time of need for the duration of this Covid-19 situation. Anyone who is older and/or self isolating and needs help, medication or provisions, at a time when normal help is not available, should call the Garda Mobile Number (086 8582822), manned from 7am to 10pm.
Both Fallons and Bardons have decided not to open again until the coronavirus threat has ended.
Kilcullen Bowls Club has suspended activities until further notice.
McTernan's Pub will not be opening today or for the foreseeable future because of the Covid-19 situation. Mary and Mick and the staff apologise for any inconvenience in this 'frightening' time.
The Hideout is the latest local pub to announce closure until further notice due to the Covid-19 crisis. The pub will close tonight, 15 March, and won't reopen until it is medically safe to do so.
The Spout Bar in Kilcullen has joined with other local pubs in announcing a temporary closure, from tonight.
The Old Hardware in Narraghmore is closing with immediate effect due to the spread of COVID-19. "Our priority is to protect the safety and wellbeing of our volunteers and local community, so we must adhere to the advice if the HSE. Thank you for everyone who has supported us and adhered to our hygiene guidelines over the past few days. We hope to see you all in a few weeks time."
The Stream Inn, Calverstown, is the latest local pub to announce a temporary closure because of the Covid-19 crisis, from 6pm tonight, Sunday 15 March, until further notice.
Sally's Nails will be closed until further notice but is taking bookings for mid April. Please see her Facebook page for special offers and promotions.
Burkes Pharmacy Kilcullen is offering a free prescription delivery service. Customers can fax or email their prescriptions to the pharmacy and these will be prepared and delivered to you within 24 hours. Phone 045 897489; Fax 045 874435; email Kilcullenpharmacy@burkespharmacy.ie.
In a virtual service on Facebook live, Brannockstown Baptist Church parishioners can pray, read and go through today's sermon from 11am.
Public masses in Kilcullen Parish are continuing until further notice, but with a limit of 100 people in the church.
Kilcullen GAA is ceasing its GAA Lotto activity until further notice in order to protect the public and its sales agents.
O'Connell's Bar, Kilcullen, is closing from 12.30 tonight, 14 March, until further notice. This is following the advice of the Irish Government and the VFI in relation to public gatherings.
In the interest of Customers and Staff health the Athgarvan Inn has decided to close from 12.30 tonight, Saturday 14th of March, for a two-week period. The Rainsford family say that social distancing is proving impossible to enforce.
St Bridget's Pitch & Putt Club has decided to suspend all competition in the interests of fellow members. The club says "this will all pass and we look forward to getting back to normal as the great club we have and our wonderful members and friends. Remember to stay safe."
The elders of Brannockstown Baptist Church have made a decision to suspend all church activities, including Sunday services until the end of March. That means there will be no service tomorrow Sunday 15th, nor on 22nd or 29th March. A decision on the resumption of activities will come in due course.
Iarnród Éireann, Dublin Bus, Bus Éireann, Go-Ahead Ireland, Luas and Local Link services will be implementing their normal schedule of services other than St Patrick's Day on the 17th March.
JJ Kavanagh is cancelling almost all bus services from Monday.
Kilcullen Playground has been closed until further notice.
Kilcullen Parish Office will be closed to the public after the St Patrick's Weekend, but can be contacted by phone or email from 10am to 1pm each day.
There will be no adoration in the Parish Centre on Thursdays until further notice. The church will remain open so people can do their own private adoration there if they wish.
Masses at the usual times can be watched live on the church TV. An audio broadcast is available on 107FM.
Kilcullen Family Practice are asking all patients who are sick with runny nose, temperature, cough, headache or who have reason to believe they are at risk of Coronavirus infection to PHONE FIRST before attending for pre-booked appointments.
No 1 Fitness is closed until further notice.
The Brannockstown Youth Club has ceased meetings until further notice.
Some food businesses in town are offering takeaway options. Check their Facebook pages.
The Kilcullen Bridge Club which plays on Wednesdays, and the New Abbey Bridge Club have both cancelled their regular sessions in the Parish Centre.
Kilcullen Library is closed to the public until 29 March as a precautionary measure.
Kilcullen Lions Club has cancelled its monthly Whist Drive until further notice.
Kilcullen GAA and Kilcullen AFC clubs have cancelled training and games.
The Mom and Baby group at Kilcullen Health Centre is cancelled until further notice.
All Garda Community Engagement meetings which have been organised over the next few weeks, have been cancelled until further notice.
The Daffodil Day collection planned in Kilcullen for 27 March has been cancelled.
Kilcullen Boxing Club has closed until 29 March.
Brannoxtown Community National School has prepared a webpage of learning ideas which may interest all parents of primary school children.
Bridge Camphill has closed the community's property to the public until further notice.
More details will be added to this list as notified. If you have a relevant notice, email the Diary at kilcullendiary@gmail.com.
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