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Louth Senator calls for progress report on the establishment of the wool council of Ireland

Fianna Fáil Senator for Louth, Erin McGreehan has called for a progress report on the establishment of the wool council of Ireland. During a debate in Seanad Eireann, Senator McGreehan asked Minister for State Pippa Hackett for an update and actions ...

23 Nov 2022 at 17:33

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‘Wool in School’ event in Kildare saw 190 children and 190 older people knitting together

Now here's a great yarn! 'Wool in School', an education business dedicated to promoting the use of wool as a sustainable eco-fibre, has officially launched their wool inspired programme: Wool2Ewe and Knitting Kits. A recent event in Kildare saw 190 ...

08 Mar 2023 at 13:33

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How Kildare's weeds are being savaged by dead sheep

It has the sound of a baaahhhdd joke; but Kildare County Council is using sheep wool to combat weeds. It also has the look of an unequal contest since, for many, the answer to the proliferation of weeds are chemical-based weed killers. And while ...

26 May 2022 at 20:33

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Kildare Yarn Bombers announce theme for Yarn Bomb 2024

The Kildare Yarn Bombers (KYB) group has announced the theme for Yarn Bomb 2024, which will take place in Newbridge's Liffey Linear Park. According to a post on KYB's official Facebook page: "Hoppy New Year! The theme for our annual yarn bomb ...

02 Jan 2024 at 14:33

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Kildare Yarn Bombers announce theme for Yarn Bomb 2024

02 Jan 2024 at 14:33

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How effective is wool in the garden?

With an eye on sustainability, wool is increasingly being seen as a viable ingredient in compost, twine and matting. Even old woolly jumpers can be cut up to make linings for hanging baskets, given the fact they can hold soil and retain ...

03 Jan 2023 at 08:00

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‘Wool in School’ event in Kildare saw 190 children and 190 older people knitting together

08 Mar 2023 at 13:33

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Laois wool shop closes after 33 years in tight-knit community

After 33 years in business in Portlaoise, Laois woman Kathleen Carroll will close the doors on her wool shop for the final time. Ms Carroll first opened her wool shop in Laois Shopping Centre shortly after it opened, and is ready ...

09 Nov 2024 at 21:33

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Donegal wool could be used for insulation or fertiliser

Wool from Donegal could be used for insulation or fertiliser in the years ahead, it was revealed at the online annual general meeting of the Co Donegal Executive of the Irish Farmers’ Association. The Minister for Agriculture, ...

10 Feb 2022 at 21:33

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Bentley brings wide-spanning updates to range of models

Bentley has introduced a variety of changes and tweaks to a number of cars in its current line-up. Things kick off with a redesign for the Continental GT and GTC Azure, which are both focused on ‘wellbeing, comfort and ...

27 Apr 2023 at 16:43

Rising sales for wool bedding as consumers seek to keep mattresses out of landfill

A wool bedding retailer has reported rising sales amid a campaign to encourage British consumers to buy sustainably and keep mattresses out of landfill. Woolroom, which launched a system allowing customers to trace ...

03 Mar 2025 at 19:13

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How to bring comfort and lasting style with carpets

Much like a feature wall or mural, with so much surface to work with, carpeting can be your canvas for creating a statement or calming aesthetic, depending on your scheme. Moreover, when it comes to design versus ...

15 Apr 2025 at 07:30

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