Great to visit some students from Kildare at the BT Young Scientist Exhibition in the RDS recently. They’ve created some really fascinating research projects. The exhibition is a fantastic celebration of youth and science. The future is in safe hands! Well done to all the students and teachers involved!
This month, a memorial was unveiled in Athy to remember Private Declan Deere (21), Private Jonathan Murphy (21), Private Brendan Fitzpatrick (19) and Private Matthew John Lawlor (23) who tragically died in a road traffic accident in Lebanon, while serving as United Nations Peacekeepers on February 14th 2000. ...
Delighted to see that substantial funding has been awarded to various sports clubs, community organisations and local groups across the constituency under the Community Recognition Fund. Through this funding initiative, groups will be able to develop local amenities, fund sports and outdoor equipment and transport ...
Delighted to see that a number of locations in Kildare are set to receive funding under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme. This includes Thatch Cottage, Quinnsborough, Monasterevin, Co.Kildare - Thatching - €5,000 Arch, Athgarvan Road, St. Conleths Park, Newbridge, Co. Kildare - Restoration and ...
I’m delighted to confirm that Portarlington, Athy, Robertstown & Monasterevin have received funding under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme this morning. This funding will be used to rejuvenate the centre of our towns by developing public plazas, town parks, community gardens and sports facilities for the ...
Delighted to see that almost €4.3 million is to be allocated to the Athy Food, Drink and Skills Innovation Hub for development at the site of the former Athy Model School. This will be an excellent addition to Athy and will be a major jobs boost for the county of Kildare and other surrounding areas. This ...
Delighted to attend the launch of the 22nd Shackleton Autumn School in Athy last night. Lots of great events and lectures planned for the rest of the weekend. Best of luck to Athy Heritage Centre and Museum and all involved Check out their website for full information https://bit.ly/3zu5cng
I am delighted to see that Athy has been allocated €100,000 in funding under the Streetscape Enhancement Initiative. Looking forward to seeing the positive impact this investment will have making Athy an even more colourful and vibrant town! Under the Streetscape Enhancement Initiative, retailers and property ...
I am glad to see that AIB has reversed their decision to remove cash services in 70 of their branches. This is great news for the AIB customers in Athy. Cash services are vital for local businesses and vulnerable people in our communities and would have been a big loss to them. Well done to all who campaigned ...
I very much welcome the funding announced this month to improve our walking and cycling infrastructure across the constituency. Being able to safely walk and cycle to work or school is fundamental to our quality of life. It’s also good for our health, good for the environment and good for our pocket. ...
