James Ryan treating Ulster clash as an early cup final
The second row admits it’s ‘surreal’ but the games importance is writ large for the reigning champions. By Sean Farrell Thursday 7 Jan 2021, 6:00 AM Jan 7th 2021, 6:00 AM 3,130 Views 2 Comments
Ryan wins a line-out on his last appearance against Northampton.
Image: Bryan Keane/INPHO
Image: Bryan Keane/INPHO
BODIES AND EGOS are bruised, but Leinster are intent on battling back after defeat in a fixture they are billing as a ‘cup final’ against Ulster on Friday.
Provinces east and north are vying to be the sole qualifier from Conference A for the planned early finale to the Pro14. Ulster are the proud owners of a 100% winning record through their 10 matches in the tournament so far. Leinster have two matches in hand, but their loss to Connacht leaves them tr
Check out some of the best Kildare books of the last year
Niamh O’Donoghue looks at some local options for presents for book lovers this Christmas
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Books are always a popular present for any age group when it comes to Christmas.
With such a variety of topics, fiction, and non fiction, the options are endless. This year, we are taking a look at Kildare’s literary offering.
Bestselling Kildare author Hazel Gaynor’s latest book is a story of hope and friendship set during World War II but with a twist.
While many are familiar with war stories set in Europe,
Kathleen Keogh marks 50 years at Naas Printing
Milestone work anniversary for Naas woman
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Naas woman Kathleen Keogh (née Collins) marked a significant milestone recently.
On Friday, December 4, she had been working at Naas Printing for exactly half a century. The printworks operation at 19 South Main Street was once owned by the Leinster Leader, but has been operating autonomously since 2007.
Kathleen, originally from Our Lady s Place, Naas, and husband Michael Keogh (of Michael’s School of Motoring) are well known in the area.
“I think Kathleen was taken aback by the recognition and the presentation made to her by the company. She thought it would just be me taking a picture of her at the entrance to mark the 50th anniversary. But there was champagne, a cake, flowers as well as the presentation,” said Michael.