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Excessive speeding continues to be an issue in towns and villages of north Kilkenny

By Dermot Keyes · KCLR · 2 November 2026

At present, there are no speed ramps or raised traffic calming platforms in Johnstown, much to the frustration of local Councillor Mary Hilda Cavanagh, who told a recent Municipal District meeting that the lack of ramps in the village is getting between her and her sleep

At present, there are no speed ramps or raised traffic calming platforms in Johnstown, much to the frustration of local Councillor Mary Hilda Cavanagh, who told a recent Municipal District meeting that the lack of ramps in the village is getting between her and her sleep.

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