Due to the current adverse weather conditions difficulties with water pressure/supply are being experienced.
The Town Council has arranged for a water tanker to be present in the Coneyboro estate and old Coneyboro from 6.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. this evening.
Athy Town Council appeals to householders and businesses to conserve water, following restrictions placed on the regional supply.
The Council is monitoring the water supply situation on an ongoing basis and will provide regular updates on its website http://www.athytowncouncil.ie/.
All users are requested to conserve water where possible.
Severe Weather warning Severe Weather warning Issued at 11:20 Sunday, 5 Dec 2010
Freezing fog persisting in parts today, becoming widespread tonight and for a time Monday. Hazardous with icy conditions and a severe frost throughout. Wintry showers gradually spreading Southwards tomorrow (fresh snow in places), freezing on contact, increasing severity of icy conditions (mainly across Northern half of country)
Fresh snow accumulations of 3 to 10 cm, on Monday , Ulster, North Connacht and North Leinster most at risk, with more over higher ground here. Generally 0 to 5 cm elsewhere, falling later in the day.
Valid 1100 5/12/10 till 2400 6/12/10 Update at 1200 to follow tomorrow.
Came across an absolutely marvellous book of photos compiled by Joe Dooley called “Days of Our LivesVolume 1”.For anyone with an interest in local community especially anybody who is familiar with the Kilberry and Rheban football club area this is a gem!The book is a collection of photos and snapshots of a community which reflects Irish society.A wonderful present and a particularly meaningful present for anybody abroad.Copies are available from Joe Dooley 087 6259225 at €30 each.
Contact the Adult Education Guidance Service on 045 448512 or at kildareadultguidance@eircom.net in advance to get a list of documents required to complete your application.
The committee of ShopAthy is delighted to announce the immediate launch of its latest endeavour, the Flower Project 2010 which involves the installation of flower boxes throughout the main public thoroughfares of Athy.
This year five hundred separate containers of plants and flowers will be installed in the town. This represents over three times the quantity that was provided during a similar project last year.
The Flower Project 2009 in conjunction with the shop front painting project were two of the most successful activities undertaken by the committee of ShopAthy last year in improving Athy’s appearance for both visitors and residents alike.
Jo Coyle, PRO of ShopAthy advises that “the roll out of flower boxes for commercial premises throughout Athy will commence within the coming fortnight. The committee of ShopAthy delayed the installation of the Flower Project this year in order that the optimum presentation of the flowers and plants would occur during the lead up to the European Ploughing Championships in late September. It is hoped that the lifespan for the planters will then extend through to early December to coincide with our Christmas Chocolate Festival.
The plant selection will be adapted to reflect the autumn and winter seasons. In addition individual planters will be designed to coordinate with the shopfront colours over which they are placed” she concluded.
The Geraldine Garden Centre have won the contract for the provision of this year’s displays and just as importantly its proprietor, Ger Dempsey will be responsible for their watering and maintenance. The ShopAthy Flower Project 2010 is grant aided by both the County Kildare Leader Partnership and Athy Town Promoters.
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