Leinster Leader

2 days ago | leinsterleader.ie | Ciaran Mather

Gardaí are investigating after a burglary was reported at a home in North Kildare. When asked by the Leinster Leader for information about this particular crime, a garda spokesperson responded: "Gardaí are investigating a report of a burglary that occurred within the Coil Dubh area of County Kildare at approximately 3.15am on June 19, 2025."The spokesperson added: "[The] Investigation is ongoing."Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Naas Garda Station on 045 884 300.

2 days ago | leinsterleader.ie | Ken Phelan

Kildare County Council has outlined its plans for the provision of youth facilities and amenity spaces within the Celbridge-Leixlip municipal district. Confirmation followed a question put forward by Cllr Paul Brooks (FG) at an MD meeting held on Friday, June 20 last.

1 week ago | leinsterleader.ie | Justin Kelly

Met Éireann has issued a rare warning amid Ireland's current spell of hot and humid weather. Forecasts predict Friday this week will be the hottest day of the weather as temperatures peak at 29C but it's not all good news, especially for farmers. While we have not reached heatwave conditions just yet, the warm spell looks set to continue into the weekend and has prompted Met Éireann into issuing a blight warning.

1 week ago | leinsterleader.ie | Charlie O’Gorman

Gardaí and emergency services recovered the body of a teenager from the River Barrow in County Carlow on Tuesday evening, as reported by Carlow Live. The teenager was aged in his late teens and his body has been transferred to Waterford University Hospital for a postmortem examination.

1 week ago | leinsterleader.ie | Niamh O'Donoghue

Prepare for an unforgettable week packed with thrilling horse racing, electrifying live music, family fun, and the very best of Kildare’s food scene as the Kildare Derby Festival returns to celebrate a monumental milestone — 160 years of the iconic Irish Derby!From Sunday, June 22 through to Sunday, June 29, Kildare transforms into the ultimate festival destination, where locals and visitors alike will experience a dazzling blend of sport, culture, and community spirit.