Many thanks to all who replied with info. on Kille(a)ban, Urglin and Dunleckn(e)y. Everything helps ... even if only for better understanding of parishes, townlands, baronies etc etc! Regards Jane Researching DONNELLY (shoemaker in Carlow Town c. 1826-1849) and COSTIGAN (Ballinakill Co. Laois) --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.281 / Virus Database: 149 - Release Date: 18/09/01