A motorist was arrested in Kildare after being found with a 'high-quality' fake driving license and subsequently testing positive for drugs.

Over four thousand people, including Irish stars and families, gathered at Barretstown’s Big Picnic in Kildare to raise money for children affected by cancer and other serious illnesses.

The death notice for a Kildare teenager killed in an M9 crash was removed from RIP.ie following an online backlash.

Police say one of the two vehicles involved was driving in the wrong direction on the M9 motorway in County Kildare Five teenagers have died and four other people have been seriously injured in a crash involving a car driving in the wrong direction on a motorway in Ireland, police have said. Gardaí confirmed the bodies of the youths, all male, had been removed from the scene of the two-vehicle collision, which happened in the early hours of Sunday on the M9 in County Kildare. Continue readin...

Gardaí have issued an appeal for information regarding a missing 34-year-old woman from Kildare, expressing concerns for her welfare.

Tributes are being paid to Marie Heavey, a cyclist from Co Kildare known for her dedication to good causes, who died after a collision with a truck.

A man in his 60s was killed in a Cavan crash and a cyclist in her 80s was seriously injured in Kildare, contributing to a rising road death toll in Ireland, which is 13 higher than this time last year.

A road in Kildare has been closed following reports of a suspected security alert in the area.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a two-vehicle collision in Kildare, Ireland, which resulted in two teenagers, a man in his 20s, and a woman in her 50s being hospitalized.

Fuel and forecourt retailer Applegreen plans to open a new €15 million roadside service area and electric vehicle hub in Naas, Co Kildare, which is expected to create 150 jobs, with plans having met objections despite eventual approval.

The Barretstown Big Picnic event is set to return for a day of family entertainment in Kildare.

Two individuals were injured in a shooting that occurred on Friday night in the 1900 block of Kildare Avenue in Indianapolis, with initial details now emerging.

A senator from Kildare has drawn attention to the 'contradiction' of ragwort growing on the grounds of Leinster House.

Permission has been granted for the development of a 52-hectare solar farm located on the border between Laois and Kildare in Ireland.

Contracts have been signed for a new €18 million 'landmark' library, county archives, and cultural centre in Kildare, Ireland.

Ryan Murphy, 19, has been jailed after admitting to the unlawful killing of Ryan Weir Gibbons following an incident on a bus in Kildare town last October. The victim's family expressed their unimaginable grief.

Following multiple crashes, there are growing calls for interim safety works to be carried out at a 'notorious' junction in Kildare, Ireland.

Schoolchildren from Kildare have created space-inspired artworks that are now on display in the Kildare Town Library for the summer.

Gardaí seized eleven 'military grade' firearms during raids across Kildare and Laois, leading to the arrest of two men in their 40s under anti-gangland legislation.

A 40-year-old cyclist was found dead in a suspected hit-and-run incident on the R445 in Kildare, Ireland, believed to have occurred between Thursday night and Friday afternoon.

Number well over the average 23 pupil-to-one-teacher ratio in the State

A ready-to-go development site in Kildare town has received planning permission for the construction of 20 houses.

Residents in Kildare, Ireland, have been handed the keys to 30 newly constructed social homes, marking a significant step in local housing provision.

Three men were killed in separate road accidents across Ireland yesterday, involving two motorcyclists and one motorist. The fatal crashes occurred in Cork, Kildare, and Donegal.

A motorist in Kildare, Ireland, was caught driving at 99km/h in a 50km/h zone and claimed to be late for work.

Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) is investigating a 'significant' fish kill in Co Kildare, where over 500 fish have died, though the cause has not yet been definitively established.

A pony reported stolen nearly a month ago from a Kildare animal rescue charity has been found safe and sound in Clondalkin, thanks to a public tip-off.

A disability centre in Kildare, Ireland, has been ordered to stop new admissions after inspectors found persistent non-compliance and safety issues, including broken glass.

Kildare continues to be the second most expensive county in Ireland to purchase a house, although prices have shown signs of stabilization this quarter. This report provides mixed news for the local housing market.

An arrest has been made after a member of An Garda Síochána was struck by a vehicle on a Kildare motorway when the driver suddenly drove off during a stop.

Kildare has been allocated €20 million for the construction of a long-awaited second bridge for Newbridge, with construction expected to commence in 2027.

During a trial, a man accused of a hit-and-run that caused the death of a Kildare teenager told gardaí that damage to his van was caused by a deer.

A driver in County Kildare, Ireland, was arrested after testing positive for cocaine and opiates, and was found to be serving three active driving disqualifications.

Areas surrounding Dublin, including Kildare, Meath, Wicklow, and Laois, are increasingly adopting electric cars, indicating a shift in commuter vehicle preferences.

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Naas General Hospital in Kildare is experiencing a very busy period with a high number of patients requiring admission, prompting an urgent appeal for the public to consider alternative care options.

Two separate holdings located in Kildare have been announced for public auction.

A father from Kildare has shared his frightening experience after his teenage child was hospitalized following the use of a vape, which is now undergoing analysis by the HSE for illegal substances.

The Italian Ambassador to Ireland, Nicola Faganello, accompanied by the Director of the Italian Cultural Institute in Dublin, Michela Magrì, visited the historic Maynooth University in County Kildare.

A wildlife rescue center in Kildare, Ireland, is advocating for the establishment of a nationwide wildlife rescue service with consistent multi-annual funding to bolster the country's biodiversity.

A small townland in Kildare, Ireland, is noted for its strong historical and cultural connections to County Kerry, earning it the nickname 'Ring of Kerry' in Kildare.

Billionaire construction magnate Luke Comer and his sons have taken control of over 300 acres of prime land in Co Kildare from renowned racehorse trainer Dermot Weld.

Lorcan Burke and Adrian Sharp, a couple from Co Kildare, have been crowned the winners of RTÉ’s Home of the Year for their home, which they describe as a representation of their commitment to each other.

Two individuals have entered guilty pleas for charges related to the possession of firearms in County Kildare. The legal proceedings have concluded with their admission of guilt.

Kildare County Council is investigating alleged unauthorized development at the former residence of the late RTÉ broadcaster Marian Finucane, which was sold earlier this year.

Mixed martial artist Conor McGregor is seeking planning permission to complete a €3 million extension to his home in Kildare, Ireland. His architect states that the latest application mirrors an approval granted in 2022.

Three males and one female have been charged and are due to appear before a special sitting of Naas District Court today, following a gardaí seizure of €7 million worth of cannabis from Kildare.

A new excavation has been carried out in a wooded field near Moone, Co Kildare, at land linked to convicted rapist Larry Murphy, as part of an ongoing search for human remains.

A man is set to appear in court after being charged in relation to a serious assault that occurred in Naas, Kildare, on Sunday morning.

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The Department of Education has agreed to provide an insurance indemnity to a Co Kildare school, allowing it to reopen to pupils on Monday.

St Patrick's Primary School in Celbridge, Co Kildare, announced its temporary closure due to urgent fire safety and building compliance concerns, requiring remedial works.

Kildare North’s newest Social Democrats TD has big ideas on how to fix the Dáil. The first: scrap the long holidays.

Kildare's Naas Men’s Shed has been recognized for its community spirit, being named a National Lottery Good Cause Legend.

A woman from Kildare, known as the Kildare Rose, has recounted her attempts to save a passenger who suffered a cardiac arrest during a flight.

Drug dealers have been arrested in separate incidents in the Philippines and Ireland, with significant quantities of illegal substances seized. In Cagayan, a dealer yielded P544,000 worth of shabu, while in Kildare, a 'drug dealer' was apprehended after gardaí stopped a speeding vehicle.

The Irish premier has stated that a fatal crash in Kildare, involving a car driving the wrong way, was the result of an 'irresponsible and dangerous act.' A Garda group has called for proper training in response to the incident.

A collision on the M9 Northbound in County Kildare, Ireland, resulted in the deaths of five teenagers and injuries to four others after a car drove on the wrong side of the motorway.

The Curragh in County Kildare, rich in natural treasures, requires urgent safeguarding. The necessity for conservation measures on these plains has been acknowledged for three decades.

A security alert in Kildare, Ireland, was triggered by the discovery of munition dating back to the Civil War.

Mobile health units are visiting various locations in Ireland, including Kilkenny and Kildare, to offer free heart and hearing checks to the public. This initiative aims to provide accessible health screenings.

A woman in her 80s was hospitalized after her bicycle collided with a truck in Kildare, Ireland; the truck driver was not injured.

A man in his 20s has been arrested in Kildare, Ireland, after a series of searches in Newbridge led to the discovery and seizure of cocaine and cannabis as part of Operation Tara.

Fuel and forecourt retailer Applegreen plans to open a new €15 million roadside service area and electric vehicle hub in Naas, Co Kildare, which is expected to create 150 jobs.

A job opening for a Software Engineering Manager has been advertised in Celbridge, County Kildare. The role seeks experienced professionals in the software development field.

A sod-turning ceremony has marked the start of construction for a new €21 million library, county archives, and cultural centre in Kildare, Ireland.

Commuters in Kildare are advised to expect potential delays due to ongoing roadworks on the M7 motorway.

Wexford is set to host a variety of events for the August Bank Holiday Weekend, including music, theatre, art exhibitions, and family-friendly activities.

A 64-acre residential farm near Carbury, on the Kildare-Meath border, is on the market for €1.2 million, featuring an imaginatively renovated hunting-lodge style farmhouse and a converted stable block with livestock and equestrian potential.

Vulnerable Ukrainians gathered in Dublin city centre today to protest their enforced move from Citywest Hotel to a former equestrian centre in Co Kildare.

Kildare Village is marking its 20th anniversary this summer with ongoing celebrations, including an event featuring Jennifer Zamparelli.

A competition is offering a family pass to the 'Taste of Kildare' event along with an overnight stay at the Killashee Hotel.

A six-week hosepipe ban will be imposed from Thursday in Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow, Meath, south Tipperary, and coastal areas in Wexford due to water scarcity.

Uisce Eireann announced a halt to water supply from the Allen Reservoir in north Kildare starting 6pm, as reservoir levels have significantly dropped due to the ongoing hot weather. This measure aims to conserve water in the affected area.

The R445 road between Newbridge and Kildare Town has been closed to traffic in both directions as emergency services respond to an incident.

Seamus (Seamie) McGivern, a father-of-two from Kildare, was remembered as a 'real people's person' at his funeral mass. He died in a single-vehicle motorbike crash in Kilcock, Co Kildare, over the weekend.

A man in his 30s is scheduled to appear in court following an incident in County Kildare where he allegedly assaulted three Gardaí (Irish police officers).

St Corban’s National School in Naas, Kildare, claims it is being 'punished' by the department after enrolling an extra class that was 'formally requested,' now facing the possibility of canceling the class due to a refusal to allocate an additional teacher.

Rathangan, Ireland, is set to host 'Féile Springsteen' as a Kildare delegation visits New Jersey to honor the US singer-songwriter, reflecting the town's deep pride in its connection to the star.

Inland Fisheries Ireland is pursuing a 'definite line of inquiry' following the discovery of over 500 dead fish in Kildare, Ireland. The cause of the mass fish death is currently under investigation.

During a garda crackdown in Kildare, authorities apprehended a motorist who was already serving a three-year ban for drink driving. This incident was part of broader enforcement efforts in the area.

Emergency services were dispatched to the scene of a road traffic collision on the R415 between Milltown and Allen Cross in Kildare, Ireland.

A former soldier testified at a tribunal, describing his time at the Army Apprentice School in Devoy Barracks, Co Kildare, as 'walking into hell,' detailing poor conditions including stale food.

Sinn Féin's bill to remove the mandatory three-day waiting period for abortion services was passed in the Dáil on Wednesday evening.

The High Court has issued an order for 70 Traveller caravans to leave the Curragh in Kildare, Ireland.

Gardaí in Kildare seized an illegal e-scooter driven by a 15-year-old on footpaths, which had a top speed of 70km/h, eight times the legal limit.

Kildare county continues to have one of the highest numbers of learner drivers in Ireland, even as overall figures for learner permits have seen a decrease.

Gardaí have issued an urgent appeal for public assistance in locating missing teenagers from Kildare, Ireland. Concerns are growing for their welfare.

A Status Yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued for Dublin, Kildare, and Meath. Residents in these areas are advised to prepare for potential thunderstorms.

An Garda Síochána Kildare has issued guidelines to the public, urging dog owners to take extra care of their pets during the current heatwave to prevent heat-related incidents.

An exhibition in Kildare is showcasing character-driven works by artists from Wicklow.

A new housing development has been unveiled in Athy, a commuter town in Kildare, featuring five new houses. The project includes the refurbishment of Glandore House into a five-bedroom residence, addressing local housing needs.

Gym members and staff successfully completed a 59-kilometer walk from Kildare to Wicklow in 10 hours, raising funds for the Jack and Jill Children's Foundation charity.

Diageo has inaugurated a new Guinness brewery in Kildare, Ireland, specifically to cater to new international markets. Production for Ireland, the UK, and North America will continue at the St James’s Gate facility in Dublin.

Baker and author Graham Herterich, known as The Cupcake Bloke, discusses how his dyslexia makes novels overwhelming, leading to his passion for reading cookbooks. He also owns Ernie’s cafe in Athy, Co Kildare.

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An exhibit featuring memorabilia from crooner Daniel O’Donnell, including his mother's jumper and wife's wedding dress, has opened at the Newbridge Silverware visitor centre in Kildare. The display is attracting large crowds, highlighting O'Donnell's enduring popularity.

Co Kildare has experienced the most significant population growth in Ireland over the past century, with a 327% increase since the 1926 Census. In contrast, counties such as Leitrim, Mayo, and Roscommon have seen population decreases during the same period.

A legal challenge has been initiated in the High Court regarding a proposed €10 million infrastructure upgrade and expansion of a private hospital in Kildare, Ireland, formerly known as Clane Hospital.

A motorist who was already serving a 75-year driving ban has been apprehended behind the wheel in Co Kildare, Ireland. This incident highlights severe disregard for driving regulations.

Diageo, the producer of Guinness, has received planning permission to double the capacity of its Kildare Brewery in Ireland with a €260 million investment, aiming to make it a production hub for Guinness and Guinness 0.0 for emerging markets.

Gardaí have made a second arrest in connection with a serious assault that occurred in Naas, Co Kildare. A man in his 30s remains in serious condition in Beaumont Hospital following the early morning incident.

There are plans for a new depot to house a fleet of up to 750 new Dart carriages, and provide more than 100 new jobs for maintenance staff.

A primary school in Co Kildare, which temporarily closed due to fire and structural integrity concerns, has been deemed safe and is set to reopen on Monday, though parents remain cautious.

The school’s Board of Management said recent assessments had ‘identified a number of fire safety and building compliance matters which require urgent attention’.

Seven people died on Irish roads within a 24-hour period, including a 16-year-old girl killed in a hit-and-run in Co Meath and a Kildare couple in separate crashes, marking one of the deadliest days of the year.

Police officers were tragically killed in a wrong-way crash on the M9 in Kildare, prompting widespread mourning for their 'unimaginable loss.' The incident highlights a concerning trend of wrong-way driving on motorways.

Police in Ireland's Kildare county are investigating a group of masked youths, some as young as 14, suspected of attempting to break into cars. The incident escalated when a BMW, carrying some of the suspects, sped past officers and drove the wrong way on the M9 motorway.

The 'Taste of Kildare' festival at Naas Racecourse delivered its largest event yet, drawing thousands of attendees.

Residents of a Kildare village in Ireland are struggling to safely exit their driveways due to motorists traveling at excessive speeds.

A funeral mass was held for Marie Heavey, a Kildare woman remembered as a tireless worker for numerous good causes.

A woman from Kildare is returning to the Rose of Tralee journey, participating again 10 years after her initial involvement in the festival.

An elderly woman in her 80s has been seriously injured following a car crash in Co Kildare. Separately, a 31-year-old woman sustained a serious neck injury after diving into the sea.

New figures from the HSE reveal 'deeply alarming' average wait times of 13 hours in the emergency room of Naas Hospital in Kildare. Patients over 75 years old face an even longer average wait of 15 hours.

A housing charity has reported that in June, no properties were available to rent under the Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) scheme outside of Dublin or Kildare, with only 20 properties found across 16 surveyed areas.

A driver involved in a 'horrific' car crash in Kildare, which resulted in the car flipping onto its roof, tested positive for two types of drugs.

Tech tycoon Mark Roden was denied a planning exemption by Kildare County Council for works on a 'ha-ha' wall at Straffan Lodge, with the council deciding that plans for the structure would require formal permission.

The driver of an articulated lorry, a man in his 40s, was hospitalized after his vehicle overturned in Kildare, requiring transport to Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown in Dublin.

Uisce Éireann is preparing to undertake what it describes as the 'largest repair operation in its history,' which will result in parts of Kildare losing water over the August bank holiday weekend.

A Kildare organization has been shortlisted for the 2026 national age friendly award.

A driver was caught speeding at 175 km/h in Kildare, with reports indicating the individual was 'simply showing off to a passenger'.

The Irish government has been accused of moving at a 'snail's pace' in tackling dereliction on Kildare's Curragh Camp. Critics highlight the slow progress in addressing the neglected state of the historic site.

Communities in Kildare, Ireland, are being urged to conserve water due to exceptionally high demand, with a hosepipe ban set to come into force for six weeks.

The Kildare Fire Service is actively responding to a number of extensive wildfires occurring across the county. Firefighters are working to contain the blazes.

Gardaí have seized machine guns, pistols, and drugs in an operation targeting an organized Polish crime gang in Laois and Kildare.

A cyclist in his 40s was killed in a hit-and-run incident in County Kildare, prompting an appeal from Gardaí for witnesses. Authorities are seeking information to identify the driver responsible for the fatal collision.

Mylerstown Park Stud, a 49-acre stud farm in Kildare complete with a modern five-bedroom house, has been put on the market with a guide price of €1.25 million.

A heavily intoxicated HGV driver was discovered with a vodka bottle in his truck while traveling on a motorway in Kildare, leading to an incident.

Seamus (Seamie) McGivern was killed during a single-vehicle crash in Kilcock, Co Kildare over the weekend

Seamus (Seamie) McGivern was locally identified as the motorcyclist killed in a single-vehicle crash in Kilcock, Co Kildare, over the weekend.

A new €1.5 million Zipit forest adventure park has opened in Kildare, featuring an aerial course with ropes, ziplines, and elevated treetop nets.

More than 100 caravans that were previously parked on the Curragh in Co Kildare have now moved to state-owned land in Portlaoise. This relocation was discussed in court proceedings.

A striking €2.5 million home in Kildare, named St. John’s Grove, is on the market, featuring design elements inspired by a 7th-century round tower and extensive equestrian facilities.

Three men have been arrested following an operation in Co Kildare, Ireland, which resulted in the seizure of cannabis valued at €640,000.

A 38-year-old man has admitted to careless driving that resulted in the death of John Maher, a father-of-two from Kildare, at a site in Wicklow.

Shoppers in Wexford, Wicklow, and Kildare are advised not to consume ready-meals from a local supermarket due to an urgent product recall.

A driver in Kildare, Ireland, is facing prosecution for dangerous driving after being caught 'racing' at 124km/h, which is 64km/h over the limit, outside a school.

A mobile health unit is visiting Kildare, offering members of the public free blood pressure and pulse checks for the early detection of hypertension and other heart-related issues.

Gardaí have issued an appeal for witnesses after an elderly man was robbed in Newbridge, Kildare, with his phone, house keys, car keys, and a sum of money stolen.

Susan Mulligan, a Kildare woman who received a kidney transplant in 2019, shares her personal story of baby joy and emphasizes the critical importance of organ donation.

Various events and activities are planned across Kildare, Carlow, and Kilkenny for the June bank holiday weekend. Offerings include vintage car rallies, boat trips, festivals, horse shows, and comedy performances.

A rare opportunity has arisen to purchase a 44-acre residential farm in Kildare, with a guide price of €750,000, where the house on 0.75 acres can be bought separately.

Two men who were arrested in connection with an €80,000 drug seizure at a home in Kildare have been granted bail.

Plans to construct over 100 homes on the grounds of a 19th-century historic property in Co Kildare have faced strong opposition from local residents.

Diageo has announced plans for an additional €400 million investment in its newly-opened brewery located in Littleconnell, Co Kildare, Ireland.

Tara O’Rourke Wickham, a 41-year-old woman from Kildare, shares her personal story of overcoming homelessness at 15 and early pregnancy at 17, defying expectations to raise thriving children.

A popular family-owned business in Kildare is set to close after 60 years, with its owner stating that a sense of pride, rather than profit, often sustains such enterprises in Ireland.

A new exhibition dedicated to Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell and his wife Majella has opened at the Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge, Co Kildare. The exhibition showcases items related to their careers and lives.

A 55-year-old man has been jailed after his van veered onto the wrong side of the road in Co Kildare, Ireland, killing a mother-of-two instantly, for which he apologized to the family.

Personal shopper Jess Colivet shares insights into her home near Punchestown, Co Kildare, detailing her approach to styling and interior design.

Four individuals have been charged in court following a €7 million cannabis seizure in County Kildare, Ireland, facing allegations of possession and intent to supply.

Reports continue to reveal that certain GP practices in Ireland received substantial payments last year for issuing sick certificates for social welfare purposes, with one practice in Co Kildare receiving nearly €180,000.

An 18th-century village in Co Kildare, previously restored by aviation tycoon Tony Ryan, is now being sold for €20 million.

An opulent Tuscan-style villa in Kildare, formerly owned by Michael Smurfit, remains on the market for €3.5 million after its original listing price in 2024 was reduced by €1 million.

Gardai are appealing for witnesses after a man was brought to the hospital with serious head injuries following an early morning assault in Naas, Co Kildare, with the scene preserved for investigation.

St Patrick’s National School in Celbridge, Co Kildare, is set to reopen on Monday after its board confirmed the building has been deemed safe.

A primary school in County Kildare, Ireland, with 400 pupils, has been forced to close indefinitely after a review identified significant issues related to fire and structural integrity, sending all children home.

Along a quiet country road near Kilcullen in Co Kildare sits a small garden shed painted with bright purple paint and adorned with colourful flowers and bunting.