Martin Quilty

Slieverue, Waterford

News Reporter at KCLR96FM

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Terror at Fairgreen: Shoppers and Cinema-Goers Recall Moments of Panic During Carlow Shooting

4 days ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

A shopper has described the terrifying moment gunshots rang out at Fairgreen Shopping Centre in Carlow on Sunday evening, June 1st. Lisa, who was paying for her shopping, told The KCLR Daily she was entering her PIN at the till when a loud bang stopped everyone in their tracks. Seconds later, another deafening blast rang out — and panic spread. “I looked up and saw a man walking slowly with something long in his hand. I couldn’t say exactly what it was, but it was terrifying,” she said.
The Cat Laughs Comedy Festival Kicks Off Tonight in Kilkenny

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

Kilkenny is gearing up for the start of the Cat Laughs comedy festival tonight, marking the 31st year of what has become one of the world’s most beloved comedy events. The festival began in 1995, inspired by an open-air performance of Macbeth at Kilkenny Castle. From these humble beginnings, it has grown into a globally recognised event celebrated for its unique charm—no TV cameras, no awards, just pure, unfiltered comedy.
Carlow Unveils Solar-Powered UV-Filtered Water Fountain at Bus Park

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

A new chapter in sustainable public amenities has opened in Carlow today with the official unveiling of a solar-powered, UV-filtered public water fountain at Carlow Bus Park. This environmentally conscious initiative, spearheaded by Carlow County Council, aims to provide free, clean drinking water to all, while also tackling the pressing issue of plastic waste. The event was marked by a special ceremony attended by Cathaoirleach Cllr. Fergal Browne and Mayor of Carlow Town Cllr. Fintan Phelan.
Young Voices in Kilkenny Take Centre Stage in Climate Action Radio Series

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

Some of Kilkenny’s youngest residents are taking the lead in the fight against climate change as they gear up to ask the tough questions in a new radio series dedicated to climate action. The second series of Ours to Protect returns to the airwaves this evening at 6:30pm, presented by Úna Ní Mhaoldhomhnaigh. The programme aims to explore urgent environmental issues through the eyes — and voices — of local children and young people.
Road Closure on Oldtown to Rathwade Route in Carlow Today

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

Motorists in Carlow are advised to expect travel disruptions today as road resurfacing works are underway on the L-3044-0 between Oldtown and Rathwade, near The Harrow Cross. Carlow County Council has confirmed that a 2.5-kilometre stretch of the route is closed to all traffic from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. today. A full road closure is in effect, with a detour in place for the duration of the works.
Gardaí Investigate Criminal Damage Incident in Kilkenny

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

Gardaí are investigating a criminal damage incident in Kilkenny over the weekend. A car parked at Corcoran Terrace, Kells Road, was targeted on Saturday. The owner had locked the vehicle securely after work but discovered the rear driver’s side window smashed later in the day. No items were stolen, and no further damage was reported. Sgt John Duffy said the car was parked at 5am, and the owner noticed the damage at 1pm. Anyone with doorbell or dashcam footage from the area is asked to contact Gardaí.
Adidas Confirms Data Breach Involving Customer Contact Information

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

Adidas has revealed that an unauthorised external party gained access to some customer data through a third-party customer service provider. The breach involved contact details such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, and in rare cases, postal addresses. Importantly, no passwords, credit card details, or any other payment information were compromised in the incident.
Camán Caint S08E015: Kilkenny get off to a blistering start to their All-Championship campaign

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

Just Martin and Lillian in studio for this week’s episode. We take alook back at Kilkenny’s dominant performace against Derry in the first round of the GlenDimplex Senior Camogie Championship. Martin spoke with Kilkenny players Ciara Phelan and Maria Brennan after the full time whistle in Owenbeg and also to manager Tommy Shefflin, you can hear what all three had to say.
Carlow Chamber Welcomes Government’s “Whole-of-Government” Pledge for SME Support

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

The CEO of Carlow Chamber has welcomed renewed government efforts to tackle the challenges facing small and medium-sized businesses. Following a visit from Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Alan Dillon and his colleagues, Nicola Doran said the government is clearly listening to the concerns of SMEs around rising costs, excessive bureaucracy, and limited access to finance.
St Luke’s Among Busiest Hospitals in the Country as Trolley Numbers Surge

1 week ago | kclr96fm.com | Martin Quilty

St Luke’s General Hospital for Carlow and Kilkenny is today ranked among the seven busiest hospitals in Ireland, as the number of patients waiting on beds nationwide rises sharply. According to the latest figures from the INMO trolley watch, 438 people across the country are without a hospital bed this morning — an increase of 81 since Friday. St Luke’s is experiencing a significant spike, with 21 patients now waiting for a bed, up from just one on Friday.