Newbridge Chat Thread

That part of Main Street has been struggling for a number of years and its not really down the changes in the layout. The recent event in Town Hall on draft transport plan had some people stating that the proposed changes will ruin Main Street. I interjected and made the point that whatever KCC have been doing for the last 10 years or so wasn't working and something drastic is required. The changes proposed for Main Street (if implemented) would likely help the area. It would introduce proper cycle lanes and make public transport flow better. Traffic problems on Main Street are by and large caused by people using it as a through route (going from one end of town to other) whilst not stopping to shop etc. The consultation remains open for submissions until mid September I think. Any changes to Main Street will only occur when and if second bridge comes on stream and other measures are introduced.

I did note that the old Chartbusters unit was being repainted etc late last week so perhaps something is going in there soon. Also, I heard that Chinese take away is expected to open in the old Arch Bar in the coming months (not sure how true it is).

it’s sad to see that section of town like the way it is. Hopefully something positive is done to rejuvenate the area.

It was always part of my the planning permission, flow in from main road and out to housing estate. Prevents a queue on the housing estate side. Do es nt stop the local travelling crew entering against the flow anyway.

Eh, I don't think that's what NIMBY is all about. If you think that traffic and queue is unsuitable for a larger higher capacity road, it's hardly suitable for a smaller road with more residents.

Perhaps customers should park (lots of spots, presently free and available locally) and walk to the restaurant. Theres little need for the drive-through cultural appropriation experience.

I don’t use McD’s at all. But I hear the sit down area is smaller now compared to the ‘pre fire’ era.

Any update on the old Keg pub? I thought that would have been snapped up as i think its ideal location for a restaurant.

I've no idea about the flooding issue. That could make anyone think twice before putting a bid in.

I don't know much about it but have you tried ringing their phone number? 086-0891747

What is going into the old office supply shop beside Aldi? I see they put in new windows and seem to working on the inside.

had that 2 elections ago with Wall the labour candidate. He was putting the “sorry I missed you” letter in my letterbox when I opened the door and he hadn’t knocked and didn’t ring the bell. Had nothing to say and he just turned and walked away.

Had a meal tonight in the new Italian, Mani in Pasta. Absolutely fabulous. Starters really good, mains I got mushroom Ravioli which was beautiful and home made desert of Tiramisu. Lovely staff. Great to have a good restaurant back in newbridge. Book in advance because it was really busy. With drinks (beers) about €38 a head for 3 courses. Well worth it.

Donnie's old place on George's street just down from Dubh. Opposite Kelly's Barber.

Gosh, I must mention this to my Daughter. She used to work in The Hanged Man, which sadly has closed

Fair play to team Cathal Berry. They scoured the town of all their posters today, and I even saw a guy with a bucket taking the broken tie-wraps too.

(I never met Cathal, and I'm not part of his or anyone else's political campaign)

Yeah, they may have missed one or two, no need to be pedantic.

I disagree with the Abbeyleix attitude of no election posters around the town. I think the posters help get discussions and thoughts going, with self, family and friends.

It would be interesting to know if the turnout is bigger/smaller there than in other similar sized towns, or if the vote spread between big/small candidates is much different.

Just get the posters down efficiently, including removing all the tie-wraps.

Flashback: Put Willie in!