Stong turnout to cycle lane meetings in Moone-Timolin

Image: Moone and Timolin Positive Action.

The three entities involved with the controversial pilot cycle scheme at Moone-Timolin will report back to the community next week following a workshop series that took place yesterday, writes Brian Byrne. Representatives of Kildare County Council, Transport Infrastructure Ireland, and the scheme designers, Aecon, are reviewing the meetings and have committed to reverting by Friday week.

More than 40 people turned out to the meeting held last evening, following the workshop sessions which had taken place from 3pm. The meeting heard there had been an acknowledgement of flaws with the consultation process, implementation, and design.

"It's a waiting game now," a spokesperson for the Moone and Timolin Positive Action Group said.

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Kilcullen News Update

Careers Fair for CPC ... New seats at Kilcullen GAA ... Heydon is Director of Elections for Heather Humphreys ... FitStix sessions for Community Centre ... AFC Fun Run planned ... Road safety called for in hedge-cutting season ... Dunlavin college reunion ... Kilcullen Parish Lotto results ...

Reporting since 2005 from a Village Grown Bigger. Produced by Brian Byrne for Kilcullen Diary.

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Apprenticeships options sought for CPC Careers Fair

Local employers seeking to hire apprentices are invited to attend a Careers Fair in Cross and Passion College, writes Brian Byrne. The event will be on Tuesday, 23 September.

The fair will run from 6.30pm to 8pm, and interested employers can contact elainemcdonnell@cpckilcullen.com or grainneduffy@cpckilcullen.com from the college Guidance Department.

Any employers who would like to build a link with the school but cannot attend on the night can also email either member of the Guidance Department with their details, which will be added to an Apprenticeship Employer Database.

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Activator poles sessions at Community Centre

A tryout session with activator poles will be held at Kilcullen Community Centre on Monday, 15 September, writes Brian Byrne. The event is in collaboration with Kildare Sports Partnership.

Beginning at 10am, the session will be led by activator poles expert Frank Fahy and will include a fun mix of seated and step-about activities to music.

The exercise system suits all abilities, especially those with limited mobility or balance concerns.

The event will be followed by a 4-week block of sessions every Monday morning from 10am, beginning 22 September. 

Both the try-out and the subsequent sessions are free.

Call Enda on 087 9681014 to book.

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New stand seats for Kilcullen GAA

Eighty new black and white seats have been installed in the stand at Kilcullen GAA, writes Brian Byrne. They were provided courtesy of local resident Ronan Murphy of Winroy Ltd.

In addition to thanking Ronan, the club has expressed appreciation to the grounds crew of John O’Brien, Henry Barrett and Ger Comerford for their work on the stand refurbishment and removal of the old seats.

Removing the old seats.

"As we were so lucky for the great donation from Winroy, we felt it only right that we donate the old seats to Kilcullen Soccer Club, who hope to install them as seating around their pitches," says the chairman of the Club Development Committee, Martin Murphy. "Overall, a great community effort as we prepare for the official opening of The Field of Dreams on September 20th."

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Martin Heydon is FG Director of Elections for presidency

Kildare South TD and Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon has been appointed Director of Elections for the Fine Gael Presidential campaign.

Saying that he was honoured to have been appointed by Tanaiste Simon Harris, Minister Heydon said the party's candidate, Heather Humphreys, possesses all the qualities required for the Office of President – compassion, integrity and decency. 

“Having served at the highest levels of Government, Heather has the ability to connect with and represent all of our society,” he said, following her confirmation yesterday as the candidate. "I look forward to the campaign ahead and to supporting Heather as she puts herself forward to be our 10th President of Ireland.”

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AFC Fun Run fundraiser

Registrations are now open for a Fun Run by Kilcullen AFC on 2 November.

The event will include 5K and 10K courses for adults and 5K courses for children and families.

Cost of entry ranges from €10 for children to €50 for a family of four.

Registration at Just Runs can be done here, or on the morning from 9.30am.

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Watch out for hedge-cutting

The Gardai have appealed to road users to be aware of increased use of large machinery on country roads over the coming weeks.

The roadside hedge cutting season started on Monday.

Please drive with extra care and be alert to the possibility of work going on as you round a bend.

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Wildlife happy in Pinkeen Stream

This picture, posted on the Kilcullen Wildlife Awareness & Protection Facebook page by Rachel O'Sullivan-Creighton, demonstrates the value of keeping the Pinkeen Stream healthy.

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St Kevin's Class of 1987-88 reunion

A reunion for the Class of 1987-1988 from St Kevin's Community College in Dunlavin is planned for Saturday, 25 October.

The event will be held in Germaine's of Baltinglass, starting at 9pm. There will be music and finger food, and tickets are €20.

Tickets may be bought from Martina Reid via Revolut on 087 4094795, and must be paid for before 18 October.

Further information from Cathy McEnroe on 087 2020795 or Trish O'Halloran on 085 2346292.

Details at this link. 

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Parish Lotto Draw results

The numbers drawn in the Kilcullen & Gormanstown Parish Lotto Draw held on 2 September 2025 were 3, 7, 26 and 30. There was no Jackpot winner, and next week's main prize will again be €20,000. The value of the follow-up Draw stands at €16,800.

The winners of the €50 Open Draws were Derek Wilde (Promoter Noel Dunne), A Fletcher (Noel Dunne) and Amy Jane Eastwood (Mick Dunne).

The winners of the Promoters Draw were Vivian Clifford and Mick Dunne, and the winner of the Draw for those in the Parish Centre on the night was Breda McCormack.

The Parish thanks all who support the Lotto.

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Kilcullen News Update

TII reps to explain controversial cycle lane project at Moone ... Alt-rock mighty gig for Spinal Injuries Ireland ... Old Hardware Narraghmore to feature in Social Enterprises workshop ... New floor completed in Community Centre ... Autism online workshop ...  

Reporting since 2005 from a Village Grown Bigger. Produced by Brian Byrne for Kilcullen Diary.

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Meeting today on controversial pilot cycle scheme

Transport Infrastructure Ireland representatives will be at Moone Hall this afternoon from 3pm to explain the rationale behind the pilot cycle lane project on the R448 in the area, writes Brian Byrne. Representatives from the project designers, AECOM, will also attend.

A public meeting at 8pm, hosted by Moone and Timolin Positive Action Group, will discuss the outcomes from the day.

The €1.6 million project has generated profound disquiet in the local community and amongst road users, with descriptions including 'white elephant' and a scheme for 'unicorns'. Everyone with a view or concern is invited to attend at any time in the afternoon.

Specifically, the invitation extends to farming community members from 3pm, haulage and other transport contractors from 4pm, cyclists at 5pm, and local sports clubs from 5.45pm.

All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

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Kilcullen band fundraiser for Spinal Injuries Ireland

A night of alt-rock mayhem is promised on Friday, 12 September, organised by Kilcullen band I Know The Butcher, in aid of Spinal Injuries Ireland, writes Brian Byrne. The gig is at 33 South Main, Naas (formerly The Ivy Inn).

Under the banner Spinapalooza, the event is a way for the Butchers and their friends to say thank you to Spinal Injuries Ireland. "Our bass player suffered a spinal injury last year," says band member Dafydd O'Shea. "He and we wanted to give something back, so all proceeds will go to them."

In addition to the Kilcullen juggernaut of post-punk sound, other performers from Kildare's finest underground artists include Burn Down The House, the Naas-based spectacular live performers, and a solo performance by Ireland's alternative music empress, Molly Vulpyne.

Tickets €10 direct or €11.70 on Eventbrite. Doors open 8.30pm. 

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Barretstown seeks volunteers for autumn season

The Barretstown camp for seriously ill children is seeking volunteers for the autumn season. 

The volunteers play a vital role in helping children living with cancer and other serious illnesses rediscover joy, confidence, and connection through the organisation's therapeutic programmes. 

To become a volunteer, known as Caras, you need to be aged 19 or over. Full details are available here. 

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