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Aengus Cox, Agriculture Correspondent, assesses the significance of two outbreaks of bird flu on turkey farms - one in Co. Carlow and one in Co. Meath.

For this week's Grass10 grazing management update, John Maher discusses current grazing advice, while the featured farmer is Will Griffin, Co. Carlow. Read more from this week's Grass10 newsletter at:https://bit.ly/Grass10-4thNovember25  For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

A researcher working on the design AI-driven methods for secure and trustworthy drone operations will share his expertise at one of the South East Science Festival's most keenly anticipated free events. 'Drones in Everyday Life - Promise, Potential, and Protection' is the title of Walton Institute researcher Iftikhar Umrani's talk in Clonmel Library in Tipperary on Wednesday, November 12, at 6.45pm. Pre-registration is not required. Drones are transforming how we live and work, from helping farmers monitor crops and improve harvests to enabling doorstep delivery of packages and medicines, he said ahead of the much-anticipated talk. "As these intelligent flying systems take on bigger roles in daily life, the UAVSec project at Walton Institute, SETU, funded by CONNECT Research Ireland Centre, investigates how to keep them secure ensuring they cannot be hacked or disrupted while in flight. The aim is to build trust in drone technology so it can serve communities with confidence and security. "Drones are opening new opportunities in areas such as precision farming, environmental monitoring, search and rescue, and the fast delivery of essential goods. They help reduce costs, save time, and support communities particularly in rural or hard-to-reach areas. "As drones become more autonomous, ensuring their safety, privacy, and security is essential. Public acceptance and regulatory frameworks also remain important challenges. Research under the UAVSec project focuses on protecting these systems from interference and building public trust in their use," the PhD researcher in the Department of Computing and Mathematics at Walton Institute, South East Technological University said. Iftikhar Umrani has been with Walton since March 2023, lives in Waterford City and has a keen interest in how emerging technologies can serve local communities safely and responsibly. The much-anticipated event is one of dozens on the South East Science Festival programme for 2025 from November 8 to 16 across pubs, restaurants, libraries, theatres, schools and community hubs in Waterford city and county, Clonmel and Carlow. All of the events across all three counties are designed to showcase how relevant all things science are in our everyday lives. Dr Sheila Donegan, Director of CALMAST, the South East Technological University's STEM engagement centre, said. "We're really looking forward to engaging with all sections of the community, from primary school children right up to adult-only audiences for this year's South East Science Festival programme. It's fun, it's engaging, it's entertaining and educational. We're delighted to work with Research Ireland and with our partners and sponsors, key among them the local authorities, SETU, key STEM employers in the region. "We now invite members of the public to peruse the schedule of events running across libraries, theatres, pubs, educational hubs, museums and so much more and to book their place. We will mix comedy and science and will be looking at why copper was mined in Waterford and if it could be again. We're examining fossils in the city, will host a coastal change workshop and walk and much more. Many events booked out within hours last year and we expect the very same for 2025," Dr Donegan said.

The Department of Agriculture yesterday confirmed a second outbreak of bird flu at a commercial turkey flock in Meath, following confirmation of the disease among a Carlow flock. From next Monday, all poultry and captive birds will be under a compulsory housing order to minimise further risk of bird flu spreading. So will this have any impact on the supply of Christmas turkeys and what is the risk posed to the public? Pat asked Martin Heydon TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

Dr June Fanning, Chief Veterinary Officer at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, outlines the details of the most recent outbreak of avian flu on a farm in Co. Carlow.

Nigel Sweetnam, National Chair of the IFA Poultry Committee, outlines the concerns of poultry farmers in light of the most recent outbreak of bird flu in Co. Carlow.

Aengus Cox, Agriculture Correspondent, reports on the housing order for birds coming into effect next Monday, following the detection of bird flu in a turkey flock in Carlow.

New data from Matrix Recruitment for Q3 2025 has revealed that workers in Ireland are prioritising stability, flexibility, autonomy, upskilling, and culture despite economic uncertainty and geopolitical unrest. Despite a seasonal slowdown in manufacturing and construction, finance, healthcare, and engineering remained resilient. Contract and temporary role renewals soared, signalling a "wait-and-see" approach taken by employers awaiting the 2026 Budget, which was announced on October 7. "Employers are now taking stock," says Breda Dooley, Head of Recruitment at Matrix Recruitment. "They're managing costs, protecting key skills, and focusing on retention. It's more of a recalibration built around flexibility and foresight than a hiring freeze from what we've seen." Contract Economy Continued The Matrix Recruitment data confirms that contract and temporary extensions increased during the third quarter, particularly within the finance, engineering, and healthcare sectors. "Contracting is a deliberate strategy," Breda explains. "It allows employers to maintain output, manage uncertainty, and respond quickly to project demand without getting locked into long-term commitments with new permanent contracts." Workers are reaping the rewards of contract work, with experienced contractors leveraging the renewed demand for flexible expertise with strong daily rates and a balanced work schedule being an attractive draw. This all leads to a more agile labour market that supports the business continuity and workers alike. Long-term Strategy Employers were also seen to be shifting focus from external acquisition to internal development. This involves upskilling and mobility programmes, which have rapidly become a critical retention tool. "Companies that invest in their people through structured learning and recognition are seeing measurable improvements in morale and performance," agrees Breda. "Upskilling is not just a training exercise; it's a long-term competitiveness strategy." Matrix Recruitment notes that many organisations are introducing career-path frameworks and mentorship schemes, particularly at the mid-management level. Breda noted that this area is where turnover has been most acute. This also backs succession planning and lessens the need for short-term cover. Candidate Priorities Hybrid and remote arrangements are increasingly being viewed as standard expectations rather than optional benefits, says Breda, who warns that employers who can accommodate flexible patterns are outperforming competitors in both attraction and retention. "Work-life balance is now a key currency," Breda explains. "Candidates are prioritising shorter commutes, hybrid options, and supportive cultures over headline salary figures. Companies that recognise this are securing better talent and higher acceptance rates." Even as salary inflation eases, benefits packages, wellbeing initiatives, and authentic workplace culture remain critical to secure top-tier performers. Regional Outlook Matrix's regional offices in Waterford, Carlow, and Athlone report particularly strong engagement among mid-level professionals looking for hybrid roles close to home. The Midlands and Southeast continue to attract investment in logistics, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing, supporting job creation in comparison to Dublin's crowded job market. That said, the financial, legal, and tech sectors saw a mild slowdown versus Q2. "This was due to several multinational companies pausing their expansion," explains Breda. "Nevertheless, according to our data, regional recruitment sentiment remains stable as we approach year-end." 2026 Roadmap Matrix Recruitment anticipates a late-year uptick in hiring across supply chain, finance, and healthcare. According to the data, a balanced hiring market is predicted for 2026, with moderate growth predicted across professional services, life sciences, and infrastructure. However, there will be heightened competition for highly skille...

Dr Who returns and for some reason James isn't excited.

Dr Who returns and for some reason James isn't excited.

SETU Sports Scholar, Róisín Sweeney, graduated from the University's conferring ceremonies at the Kilkenny Road campus in Carlow on 28 October. Naas Native, Róisín Sweeney, completed her Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Aerospace Engineering in Carlow after four years of study. Róisín began studying aerospace engineering in 2021, receiving an academic scholarship on entry into first year of the course. First female Motorsport Ireland karting champion Róisín established herself as the fastest driver of the SETU karting club early on in her time SETU. She was selected for the A team on first trials and went on to compete in the Student Sport Ireland Karting Championships throughout the four years of her degree. "Karting has been a part of my life since my early teens. I discovered the sport while on holiday with my family; I was hooked right away. Karting is very important to me and brings back very fond memories," Roisin explained. In her second year, Róisín achieved runner up in the Karting Driver championship, in conjunction with becoming the first female Motorsport Ireland T4 Senior National Karting champion. In 2023, Róisín became the first female to win a Student Sport Ireland individual student karting championship, while also leading the SETU A team to third place in the team's championship. SETU sports scholarship and student recognition award Róisín was awarded a sports scholarship for karting, from 2022 to 2024. The SETU Sports Scholarship Programmeis designed to assist high-performance athletes in their overall development. The programme supports high-calibre athletes to reach their maximum potential both in their sport and in their academic careers. For four years running, Róisín achieved the SETU Student Recognition Award in acknowledgement of her commitment to her studies. When speaking about balancing her academic life and sporting career, Róisín said, "The SETU Sports Scholarship was a huge help in balancing my national karting career and the various activities involved both inside and outside of the University." "Even with all I was working towards in sport, I wanted to keep up my grades and learn as much as possible within my degree in aerospace engineering, an area that I became very passionate about. I have always found the world of aviation extremely interesting, and the course gave me great exposure and insight into the aviation industry. Being able to physically work on aircraft was a very important experience, and I found that a lot of the topics I studied through the year related to my motorsport interests too. The course has left me well prepared for pursuing my future career in the aviation industry," Róisín explained. "The overall feeling of recognition and support from the scholarship made me feel even more motivated to commit into my university career, both academically and through clubs and societies." Now graduating with a first-class honours' degree in Aerospace Engineering. Róisín has already begun the next chapter, having gained a graduate position at Milestone Aviation, a helicopter leasing company. Since completing her studies, Róisín has also graduated to car racing, having just finished a successful season in 2025. See more stories here.

The South East Science Festival is back from November 8 to 16, and this year's extensive programme of free and ticketed events across Waterford city and county, the Suir Valley and Carlow includes even more fascinating daytime and evening events in colleges, libraries, theatres and pubs. All of the events across all three counties are engaging, all fun and all showcase how relevant all things science are in our everyday lives. Novel events this year include the science of wine tasting and pairing, coastal change, fossils, and copper mining. Recent approval of the capital programme supporting the Veterinary Places Activation Programme (VPAP) and the creation a new veterinary school at SETU is a massive boost to the south east as a STEM cluster. Such investment is expected to spur even greater interest in this year's Festival programme of 90-plus events, which is supported by Research Ireland. This year, Science Week celebrates its 30th anniversary with the theme Then. Today. Tomorrow. Managed by Research Ireland, Science Week 2025 marks thirty years of harnessing the power of curiosity and collaboration to advance science in Ireland. Speaking ahead of Science Week, Director of Research for Society at Research Ireland, Dr Ruth Freeman, said: "Since its inception, Science Week has grown into a cornerstone of Ireland's national calendar, inspiring generations to explore the role of science in shaping our world - past, present, and future. "Delivered through a dynamic nationwide programme and on the ground through agencies such as CALMAST, the South East Technological University's STEM engagement centre, Science Week includes in-person events, a widespread media campaign, and engaging educational content for both primary and secondary schools. The Science Week Funding Programme supports a diverse range of activities, ensuring science is accessible and exciting for all." Engaging and fun presenters, Mark Langtry, Ken Farhuhar and Cas Kramer are back by popular demand on this year's South East Science Festival programme. And libraries have opened their doors, and their teams are coordinating and marketing events across venues such as Ardkeen, Clonmel, Cappoquin, Lismore, Dungarvan, Carlow town and Tallow. This year's Festival theme, "Then. Today. Tomorrow", is central to the extensive programme of traditionally popular as well as new events on this year's South East Science Festival programme across Waterford, Tipperary and Carlow, Dr Sheila Donegan, Co-Founder and Co-Director of CALMAST, the South East Technological University's STEM engagement centre, said. "We're really looking forward to engaging with all sections of the community, from primary school children right up to adult-only audiences for this year's South East Science Festival programme. It's fun, it's engaging, it's entertaining and educational. We're delighted to work with Research Ireland and with our partners and sponsors, key among them the local authorities, SETU, key STEM employers in the region. "We now invite members of the public to peruse the schedule of events running across libraries, theatres, pubs, educational hubs, museums, and so much more and to book their place. We will be exploring the science behind wine tasting and pairing. We will also mix comedy and science, and will be looking at why copper was mined in Waterford and if it could be again. We're examining fossils in the city, will host a coastal change workshop and walk and much more. Many events booked out within hours last year, and we expect the very same for 2025," Dr Donegan said. Among the South East Science Festival partners this year are internationally renowned street art festival specialists Spraoi. TV Honan, Spraoi Director, said: "Spraoi performances are a mix of art, engineering, and technology. Human creativity is the common link, and we love working with SETU colleagues, making imaginative connections between art and science." For more on the South East Science Festival programme...

Hurricane Melissa has blasted across the Caribbean, leaving 30 dead or missing in Haiti and four dead in Jamaica. We get the latest with Alan O'Reilly from Carlow weather.

Hurricane Melissa has blasted across the Caribbean, leaving 30 dead or missing in Haiti and four dead in Jamaica. We get the latest with Alan O'Reilly from Carlow weather.

Kev and Stevie sit down for the final time of this Carlow Club Championship season.On the agenda is Grange's IFC success over Ballon, St Patricks JFC 'C' win, Leinster club wrap up and preview for Hurling, Football, Camogie and Ladies Football and much more besides.Massive thanks to our partners:⁠Tully's Bar Carlow⁠⁠DS Sports⁠⁠Heron Sauna⁠⁠Infinite Energy⁠Kevin Kelly Pharmacy⁠Nurney Plant & Civil⁠⁠Fenlon Heating & Plumbing⁠Barrow Brew⁠Teach Ui Bhraonain⁠⁠Milano's Takeaway Bagenalstown⁠If you appreciate our content and want to support our efforts you can spot us a coffee here: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/leftwingbackThanks to everyone who supported us in any way this season, we are very grateful!

Shamrocks Ballyhale have capture a 21st St Canice's Credit Union Kilkenny Senior title meaning they are now to of the roll of honour in Kilkenny. Following their victory over O'Loughlin Gaels we hear from Taggy and Ronnie along with several players.We also hear from Carlow's Naomh Bríd following a hard fought victory in Westmeath and Brian McGrath on another senior title for Loughmore Castleiney.The KCLR Hurling Podcast brought to you by Morrissey Motors Peugeot Kilkenny.

Chat and live music with brothers - and Carlow natives - Brían and Diarmuid Mac Gloinn about folk music, harmonies and the importance of 'community' to their sound. Official website: https://yevagabonds.com/ (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed in this interview cannot be made available in the podcast)

This week we combine the post-match and analysis podcasts as Eddie and Micky look back on an amazing weekend for Danesfort and ahead to next weekend's junior and senior deciders.As well as all of that you can hear all of our post-match interviews from the intermediate final, from Carlow's 3 Joe McDonagh Cup award winners and Sarsfields manager Johnny Crowley following their win in Cork.The KCLR Hurling Podcast brought to you by Morrissey Motors Peugeot Kilkenny.

HSE Dental Surgeons will head to Kilkenny today to voice their concerns over Government proposals to divert children's dental care to private clinics.It comes after a recent survey found that 90% of private dentists would not sign up for a new Government scheme for children's dental care.Many feel that they cannot afford to access private dental care and as a result, many children are being left untreated…Joining Andrea to discuss this is Chair of the GP Committee of the Irish Dental Association, and a Dentist at Kiwi Dental in Carlow, Caroline Robbins, as well as listeners.

It was a weekend that saw MLR win a first ever Carlow Senior Camogie Championship title as they saw off 26 in a row seeking Myshall.Setanta recorded their own piece of history in winning the Junior Camogie Championship.Eire Og confined Tinryland to relegation from the Carlow SFC.Rathvilly progressed to meet Old Leighlin in the Carlow SFC Final.St Patrick's & Grange played out another thriller where Grange prevailed AET to face Ballon in the IFC final.Fighting Cocks shook off a stern test from Kilbride in a rip roaring JFC ‘A' Semi Final contest to set up a final meeting with Leighlinbridge.Clonmore will face Eire Og in the JFC ‘B' Final, while St Patrick's meet Ballon in the JFC ‘C' decider.Mountains to squeeze in and a mammoth week or two ahead still!Massive thanks to our partners:⁠Tully's Bar Carlow⁠⁠DS Sports⁠⁠Heron Sauna⁠⁠Infinite Energy⁠Kevin Kelly Pharmacy⁠Nurney Plant & Civil⁠⁠Fenlon Heating & Plumbing⁠Barrow Brew⁠Teach Ui Bhraonain⁠⁠Milano's Takeaway Bagenalstown⁠If you appreciate our content and want to support our efforts you can spot us a coffee here: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/leftwingback

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For this week's Grass10 grazing management update, John Maher discusses current grazing advice and the start of closing up for early spring grass.   The featured farmer is Shane Hegarty from Co. Carlow and Shane was the Young Farmer Category Winner of the Sustainable Grassland Farmer of the Year. Link to this week's Grass10 newsletter:https://bit.ly/grass10-30thSeptember2025 For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

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This week on the Organic Matters Podcast Joe Nolan, a relatively recent convert to organics, speaks to Hannah Quinn-Mulligan about downsizing from 1,000 sheep and reintroducing tillage on his family farm in Carlow. He says the economics of the farm have never been better since switching to organics and upscaling the organic tillage side of his business. He grows a range of crops, including red clover, milling oats, oat seed and intercrops of cereals and pulses for animal feed. Joe has also introduced Easycare sheep into his mixed-breed flock, a self-shedding breed that does not require shearing, and speaks about the benefits of the breed and his experience so far.

Over 1.6 billion contactless point of sale (POS) payments, valued at €28.3 billion, were made in shops, restaurants and other retail outlets in the 12 months to June 2025, according to the latest payments analysis published today in Banking & Payments Federation Ireland's (BPFI) Payments Monitor. The report reveals that contactless payments accounted for 87.9% of all POS card payments in H1 2025, with more than half of all contactless payments now made using mobile wallets such as Apple Pay or Google Pay, rather than cards. Speaking on the publication of the latest Payments Monitor, Gillian Byrne, Head of Payments, BPFI, stated: "Looking at the payments trends in today's report, we can see that contactless payments continue to be very popular with Irish consumers, accounting for almost nine out of ten point of sale (POS) card payments made in shops, restaurants and other retail outlets in Ireland in the first half of 2025. The use of smartphones and watches is growing in popularity and is the preferred payment device over physical cards for many consumers. Some 58.2% of contactless payments were made using mobile wallets rather than cards in the first half of 2025 (58.8% in Q2 2025), up from 52% in the same period of 2024. Overall, there were almost 454 million mobile wallet payments in Ireland on Irish cards in H1 2025, up 19.7% on the same period in 2024." Adoption of mobile wallet payments varies by region Looking at regional variations, Ms Byrne added: "Dublin had the highest number of contactless and mobile wallet payments per capita in Ireland at 392 and 238, respectively, in the twelve months ending June 2025, accounting for 39.1% of all contactless payments and 41.8% of mobile wallet payments. Carlow had the second-highest number of contactless payments per capita at 339, followed by Limerick with 299 and Waterford with 289. By contrast, Roscommon had the lowest contactless per capita at 139, behind Offaly with 148 and Monaghan at 157." As cash usage declines, digital euro plans will be key Ms Byrne continued: "As the popularity of contactless payments has grown, cash usage has fallen in recent years, with less than half of POS payments in Ireland made in cash in 2024, according to European Central Bank (ECB) survey data, down from about 54% two years earlier. While cash remains of vital importance to many people, a recent consumer survey commissioned by BPFI shows that 7% of consumers say they don't use cash, while most use it for small payments, with 54% holding less than €50 cash on hand. The ECB has noted the limitations of physical cash in an increasingly digital world and is seeking to complement it with a digital form of cash - the digital euro." "However, there is still some uncertainty as to how a digital euro will work, reflected in the fact that almost one in four (23%) said that they did not plan to use the digital euro, and 14% of consumers said they didn't know how much digital euro they expected to hold. When asked how they would use the digital euro, just under half of respondents stated they would be likely or very likely to use a digital euro for online purchases, sending money to friends or family or for POS payments. The ECB is expected to announce the next steps for the digital euro shortly, although it is likely we will see the rollout of digital euro wallets by banks in the years to come. However, the results of today's research points to the need for raising greater consumer awareness of the digital euro and how consumers could benefit from using it in the future." Efficiency and consumer experience must remain priorities for digital euro rollout She concluded: "Meanwhile, a recent PwC study commissioned by the European Credit Sector Associations estimates that implementing the digital euro could cost euro area banks about €18 billion - before ongoing running costs and enhancements are factored in. The focus must be on efficiency and long-term viability, giving banks and payment providers the...

Students across Ireland saved the equivalent of 1.5 million AA batteries from landfill last school year - the weight of close to four school buses - with one small school collecting nearly 2,000 AA batteries per person. Cloonfour National School in Roscommon, with just 40 pupils, proved that even the smallest schools can make a massive impact as they rallied their families and community to collect used batteries for recycling and win their category in the national WEEE Ireland Schools Battery Recycling Competition. Other winning schools hailed from Galway, Carlow, Roscommon, Waterford and Donegal, with each awarded a €2,000 sports voucher for their efforts. This year's competition launches as the new EU Batteries Regulation come into full effect, bringing higher waste battery collection, recycling and recovery targets. WEEE Ireland is calling on schools, families, and communities nationwide to get involved by gathering used batteries for recycling and help Ireland meet these ambitious goals - while supporting environmental protection and the programme's charity partner LauraLynn Ireland's Children's Hospice. The competition is open to all primary and secondary schools in WEEE Ireland's battery recycling counties that collect at least 10 full 5kg battery boxes. "The new EU Batteries Regulation raises the bar for all of us, and schools across Ireland are proving they are ready to meet that challenge," said Elizabeth O'Reilly, Head of Environmental Compliance at WEEE Ireland. "The incredible efforts of students, teachers, families and local communities will help ensure we meet the minimum recovery targets for materials like cobalt, copper, lead, lithium, and nickel. This ensures these materials are recaptured for use again in manufacturing, as part of a more sustainable and circular battery economy. "Every year we see how collective action can achieve real results - and even the smallest schools, like Cloonfour National School, can make an outsized contribution." Expressing her gratitude, Kerry McLaverty, CEO of LauraLynn said: "The funds we have received from WEEE Ireland as a result of battery recycling programme over the last 14 years of this partnership have had such a positive impact on the children and families who avail of LauraLynn's specialised care and supports all across Ireland. "This year's donation brings the total fundraising to an incredible €610,000. LauraLynn would also like to say a huge thank you WEEE Ireland for the support across this campaign over the last number of years and to everyone who took the time to recycle their batteries. "It may seem like something small, but for the children and families who rely on LauraLynn, and for the environment, it is huge and very impactful." Schools can find more information and order free WEEE Ireland Blue Battery Boxes at www.weeeireland.ie. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Emmy Nolan is a young Carlow actress who everyone is talking about. The 10-year-old plays a pivotal role in the new Warner Bros movie, ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites'.Andrea is joined by Emmy and her mum Shauna Ray Lacey to discuss what it was like to be in the film.

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Mark is back after his summer  vacation and interviews founder of Paranormal Beyond Ireland founder P.J Dougg.Mark interviews P.J who as a young married man had to flee his county Carlow home,an angry spirit  or entity made its presence felt and P.J has the scars to prove it.Meanwhile in Lismore,county waterford the PSII investigative team have something to report about Lismore Heritage centre ... clue -'Here come the Judge!'' ...perhaps.   Helena Byrne reported on possible poltergeist activity in affluent leafy south county Dublin suburb Vesey place in 2020, you can listen to her findings.We also recall the terror of the Courtney family forced to abandon their  county Longford council home in favour of a caravan due to strange noises and goings on in1985,we've the original on-site report.  Get in touch with your Irish or other paranormal stories. Just email paranormalireland@protonmail.com, we'd Love to share them!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

After another busy weekend listen to all of KCLR's post match interviews from our 8 live games across Saturday and Sunday the 23rd/24th of August!A big thanks also to Paul Doyle for his action shots from O'Loughlins v Shamrocks Ballyhale.  

Our final show from the Carlow Hurling Championships sees us digest MLR's swashbuckling success over St Mullins in the Senior showpiece.We reflect on a dream day for Naomh Bríd in winning the Carlow Intermediate Championship just hours after the Junior side had taken honours in the Shield Final.Thanks to ⁠⁠Infinite Energy, ⁠⁠Brendan Kavanagh Furniture ⁠⁠, Heron Sauna & ⁠⁠Property Partners Buggy⁠⁠If you enjoy our shows you can help us keep it lit by spotting us a coffee here – ⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/leftwingback

Since we last recorded, a final has been refixed and played so we did a preview and review all in one LOL!We go through all the bells and whistles for this weekend's Carlow Hurling Finals.We chat about Hurling For Cancer, a poignant weekend for Ballinkillen, thrash talk between the host and a current serving mentor and much more!Thanks to Infinite Energy , Property Partners Buggy and Brendan Kavanagh FurnitureYou can support our efforts by spotting us a coffee here - https://buymeacoffee.com/leftwingback

Eddie Scally and Michael Walsh deep dive into weekend 2 of the Kilkenny Leagues, there's also an Adrian Ronan cameo while Horse Lawlor talks Carlow. 

Reaction from all 11 match commentaries on KCLR this weekend including every St Canice's Credit Union Kilkenny Senior League match and the JJ Kavanagh and Sons Carlow Senior Semi-Finals.

When rising Irish fashion designer Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra was found unresponsive on a luxury yacht in Montauk, questions surfaced as fast as the tributes. In this extra episode of the Indo Daily, we trace her journey from Carlow to New York's fashion scene and look into the investigation of what happened that night on the water. ­ Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Catherine Fegan ­ You can read Catherine Fegan's coverage of the story at Full post-mortem report on Irish woman found dead on New York yacht could take ‘months', family told ‘Numb and in shock' – Irish mum's agony after popular entrepreneur Martha Nolan-O'Slatarra's death on New York yacht ‘No evidence of violence' in death of Irish fashion designer (33) found dead on yacht in New YorkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police investigating the death of Irish fashion designer Martha Nolan O'Slattara aboard a yacht in New York have said an autopsy conducted on the Carlow native's body "did not show evidence of violence". For more on this we heard from Emma Hickey, Reporter with The Journal.

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 6ú lá de mí Lúnasa, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1982 rinne bean cheiliúradh ó Cheatharlach a 100ú breithlá agus bhí Aifreann speisialta eagraithe ón ospidéal ceantair sa chontae agus bhí cóisir lena cairde agus clann tar éis. I 2000 bhí dochtúirí ábalta cúig ladhar a chuir ar ais ar cos páiste óg tar éis eachtra ar chlós súgartha. I 1978 gearradh príosúnacht 3 mhí chuig fear ón chontae a raibh 20 bhliain d'aois tar éis dhá eachtra sa tSionainn. I 1982 bhí marcach idirnáisiúnta ó Éirinn ag an seó talmhaíochta in Inis. Sin Dexy's Midnight Runners le Come On Eileen – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1982. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1965 tháinig The Beatles amach lena cúigiú h-albam agus an fuaimrian de a dara scannán Help. I 2001 tháinig sé amach go raibh Whitney Houston an t-amhránaí leis an méid is mó airgid sa domhain nuair a shínigh sí margadh le Arista Records agus dúradh go raibh sé nach mór 100 milliúin dollar. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh amhránaí Geri Halliwell sa Bhreatain I 1972 agus rugadh aisteoir agus amhránaí Leslie Odom Jr I Meiriceá ar an lá seo I 1981 agus seo chuid de amhrán. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 6th of August, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1982: Co.Carlow woman celebrated her 100th birthday with a special mass organized by the District Hospital Carlow and had a party with friends and family afterwards. 2000: Doctors successfully reattached all five toes of a 4 year old boy after a playground incident. 1978: 20 year old man was sentenced to 3 months detention on 2 accounts arising from incidents at the Shannon town centre. 1982: Most of Ireland's top international riders entered for the Clare Agricultural Show in Ennis. That was Dexy's Midnight Runners with Come On Eileen – the biggest song on this day in 1982 Onto music news on this day In 1965 The Beatles released their fifth album and soundtrack to their second film Help! 2001 Whitney Houston became one of the highest-paid musicians in the world after signing a new deal with Arista records, said to be worth more than $100m. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – singer Geri Halliwell was born in the UK in 1972 and singer Leslie Odom Jr was born in America on this day in 1981 and this is one of his songs. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

Kev & Stevie go through the runners & riders ahead of the Carlow Junior, Intermediate and Senior Hurling Championship semi finals this weekend.Topics include- Naomh Brid's new addition- Air Traffic control for high fielders- Brock Lesnar lookalike- A plausible case for a Senior semi final upsetThanks to Brendan Kavanagh Furniture and Property Partners Buggy.You can support our efforts here for the price of a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/leftwingback

Eddie Scally and Michael Walsh did a word tour of Kilkenny on the opening weekend of the senior, intermediate and junior leagues. Take a deep dive into all the grades with lads. The Semi Final pairings in Senior and Intermediate Championships in Carlow are now known. Next Saturday at 4 Naomh Brid meet Burren Rangers while at 5.45 it's Mount Leinster Rangers against Ballinkillen. On Sunday Mount Leinster Rangers play Carlow Town in the intermediate semi final at 2.15 while in the senior semi a 4 it's Naoimh Eoin against St Mullins. All of those games take place in Netwatch Cullen Park and will be live on KCLR's Carlow frequency.

Conor Hunt reports

We've got news on Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson, Stuart in Kildare tries his hand at Waffle and a belter for a kickstarter!

The Carlow Garden Festival will run from Saturday 26th July to Sunday 3rd August at various locations along the Carlow Garden Trail. Eileen O'Rourke of Carlow Tourism tells us what to look forward to.

Garden enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Carlow Garden Festival returns for its annual celebration of horticultural excellence, running from July 26th to August 3rd, 2024. This year's lineup features an extraordinary collection of gardening luminaries, innovative formats, and breathtaking garden settings across Carlow.The festival opens with a fascinating pairing as BBC Gardener's World presenter Adam Frost sits down with Irish rugby star Peter O'Mahony to explore how gardening provides essential mental balance alongside a high-pressure sporting career. Watch as Frost suggests potential changes to O'Mahony's beloved garden – a moment sure to reveal the rugby player's passionate attachment to his immaculate lawn and treasured box hedges!Throughout nine spectacular days, attendees can learn from horticultural heavyweights including June Blake on natural gardening techniques, Matthew Wilson on transforming challenging garden sites, and Fionnuala Fallon sharing sustainable cut flower garden wisdom. Chelsea gold medal winner Sarah Eberle reveals insights from her remarkable 19 medals, while Nick Bailey breaks down garden design into ten accessible steps.The festival thoughtfully addresses practical elements with a new shuttle bus service connecting all venues, making it easier than ever to experience multiple talks. Each location – from historic Huntington Castle and Ducats Grove to the spectacular Altamont Plant Sales – provides a unique and inspiring backdrop for the presentations.For those passionate about sustainability, GIY's Mick Kelly discusses food empathy and growing your own vegetables, while Mary Keenan from Gash Gardens provides guidance on designing fragrant gardens. The international perspective comes through Seamus O'Brien's botanical expedition to Yunnan, China, where he encountered rare blue poppies and Himalayan lilies in their natural habitat.Join Irish Garden Magazine columnist Rosie Maye, also known as The Insomniac Gardener, for a special Walk and Talk through the award-winning Barrow Experience Gardens at BEAM Services, Bagenalstown, County CarlowFrom forest ecology walks with Eanna Ní Leona to Robin Lane Fox's gardening shortcuts, the festival offers something for every gardening interest and skill level. Many events include refreshments, guided garden tours, and opportunities for book signings with your favorite gardening authors.Book your tickets early at carlowgardentrail.com – several events are already selling out! Whether you attend for a single talk, a day, or make it a full gardening holiday, the Carlo Garden Festival promises to inspire, educate, and celebrate the joy of gardens in every possible way.You can buy tickets here: https://carlowgardentrail.com/festival-programme/Support the showIf there is any topic you would like covered in future episodes, please let me know. Email: info@mastermygarden.com Master My Garden Courses: https://mastermygarden.com/courses/Check out Master My Garden on the following channels Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mastermygarden/ Instagram @Mastermygarden https://www.instagram.com/mastermygarden/ Until next week Happy gardening John

This week Danielle and Kristine learn how to survive a catastrophic factory accident and Shawn Carlow joins us to share his experiences rescuing some cats!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Entrepreneur Experiment, Gary Fox sits down with Dean Klatt, the Australian founder of Seed Golf, who built a global direct-to-consumer golf brand… from Carlow. Dean shares the story of how he reverse-engineered premium golf balls, bootstrapped his way to international markets, and took on billion-dollar brands without a cent spent on advertising in the early days. From wind tunnels in rural Ireland to handwritten letters to YouTubers, this episode is a masterclass in strategic thinking, resourcefulness, and challenger brand building. If you're a founder aiming to disrupt a traditional industry or simply love a good “from zero to one” story, this is a must-listen. Show Notes In this episode, we cover: ⛳ The unconventional path from golf distributor in Australia to founder of Seed Golf in Ireland