Calling all GAA fans… don’t miss the Awards night this Saturday in Celbridge GAA Club….
Pot Holes in Leixlip??
Recently Kildare County Council suggested taking €126,000 from the roads budget for Celbridge, Leixlip area to compensate for the loss of income due to reduced paid parking times in the towns.
This was greatly opposed by local councillors who would have refused to approve the budget.
As a result, it has been decided not to deduct this money and the total allocation for the roads budget is €460,000 – This is combined with the money allocated from the local property tax.
With all this money for roads upgrade and repairs, there shouldn’t be another pot hole in Leixlip… 
Also on the matter of parking, Cllr. Frank O’Rourke has requested FREE PARKING FOR CHRISTMAS in the town from 19th December to 2nd January. This will enable local people to park and shop locally which in turn benefits the local businesses. We’ll keep you updated on this one!
Leixlip Water Charges Protest
A protest against water charges will take place today (1st November) to coincide with the nationwide water protests.
These protests will be held in over 90 towns and villages throughout the country.
Leixlip protest takes place at 2pm at The Fire Station
Women In Business Event
October Women IN Business Network Evening
30th October, Palmerstown House
6pm
With Guest Speaker Jackie Lavin
Mark the date, 30th October, Jackie Lavin is our guest speaker.
Jackie has seen it all when it comes to business. She has a reputation for saying what others are thinking . A dedicated fundraiser, renowned marketer, judge on the award winning The Apprentice and well known business woman, Jackie is looking forward to sharing her business knowledge with North Kildare Chamber.
RSVP to info@northkildarechamber.ie Limited to 50 so book in fast !
Please also note – the Women IN Business November meeting is in The Celbridge Manor Hotel – 27th November 6pm with guest speaker Noelle Burke, Senior HR Manager Microsoft Ireland
TECHIE KIDS? CoderDojo Leixlip
If you’ve got kids between the age of 7 and 17 who love computers, tell them about the local Coderdojo Club in Leixlip. They run a walk in programme on Saturdays in Hewlett Packard from 12pm to 2pm. It’s FREE and you get free tea, coffee and hot.chocolate too.
CoderDojo is a global network of volunteer-led, independent, community based programming clubs for young people. These young people, between 7 and 17, learn how to code, develop websites, apps, programs, games and explore technology.
All are welcome from ages 7 to 17
For more information: Check their website on coderdojoleixlip.com
Calls to Fix Leixlip Playground!
KILDARE County Council is to be asked to fix the surface of the public playground at Leixlip.
Cllr. Ide Cussen said residents have raised concerns with her over the surface of the playground. “The current safety layer has become worn and in many places, is beginning to pose a safety risk as a trip hazard.”
The playground lies within the boundary of the community owned Leixlip Amenities Centre.
Source: Leinster Leader
LEIXLIP – Property Tax Reduction!
Following a meeting last Monday of Kildare County Council, it was agreed by the full council that KCC will implement a 7.5% reduction in property tax to all households.
The remaining 7.5% (of a possible 15% reduction) will be kept within the county for delivery of projects. This amounts to an EXTRA €1.65 Million available for community projects in Kildare.
Great news for householders and the local community…
Source: Cllr. Frank O’Rourke
Apple iOS Version 8 – DO NOT UPDATE..
There is currently an issue with Apple iOS 8.
If your iPhone or any Apple device prompts for an update of iOS version 8 – DO NOT UPDATE. It causes signal issues, call drops and Touch ID authentication issues.
If you have already updated your phone to iOS 8.0.1, there is a way to roll back to version 8.0. I am sure there be fix released soon to this issue..for now you can click on the links below:
Video link explaining the issue: https://time.com/3429770/apple-ios-8-update-problems/
Re-Install iOS 8 Information: http://www.rte.ie/news/business/2014/0925/647878-apple-bendgate/
Apple support document: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6487
Source: FixMyPc
Local Business Owners – Networking
The Celbridge Business Association will host an open Networking Event on Tuesday 23rd September at 7.30pm
Mary Foley from the Kildare LEO programme will speak about the services & courses they can provide to businesses.
Garda Paul Kearney who is the Business Watch Liaison officer will speak about the Business Watch Programme.
This is an open event for all local businesses so spread the word…Bring lots of business cards as people from Maynooth, Celbridge and other areas will be there!
National Play Day!
