Tipp Echo July 10 - 2024

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Clonmel Agricultural Show: A Celebration of Tradition Community Spirit

Beyond the agricultural displays and competitions, the Clonmel Show provided a plethora of entertainment options.

Powerstown Park was the destination of choice last Sunday, as thousands flocked to the annual Clonmel Agricultural Show.

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This beloved event, which has been a staple in the local calendar since 1885, once again delivered a day brimming with excitement, community spirit, and a celebration of agricultural heritage.

Whether you were a competitor or simply looking for a fun day out, the Clonmel Show had something for everyone. The diverse range of competitions, generously sponsored by local businesses, included classes for cattle, horses and ponies, sheep,

poultry, pets, horticultural and floral displays, crafts and baking, photography, and art. These classes catered to all levels of experience and showcased a wide array of animals, making the event a true spectacle for all attendees.

Powerstown Park were a hive of activity as thousands passed through the gates, greeted by the cacophony of sounds from various farm animals. Stalls dotted the venue, offering an eclectic mix of goods ranging from clothing and signage to musical instruments and brica-brac. Local products were

prominently featured, with everything from pots of honey to freshly baked cakes available for purchase. The food village was a particular highlight, with its diverse culinary offerings from around the world, filling the air with tantalising aromas that were hard to resist.

Beyond the agricultural displays and competitions, the Clonmel Show provided a plethora of entertainment options. The children’s corner was a hit with the younger attendees, while dog agility demonstrations and the presence of alpacas and goats captivated visitors of all ages. The arts and crafts section displayed impressive works by local artists, and the flower and pet shows added to the vibrant atmosphere.

Music lovers were treated to live performances by the band ‘Life in the Fast Lane,’ adding a festive vibe to the event. The

Donkey Derby, a perennial favorite, drew large crowds to the arena, where Mayor Cllr Michael Murphy officiated with the all important white flag. The race featured jockeys from all walks of life, including a few celebrities, and provided endless laughter and enjoyment for spectators.

This year’s show also featured impressive displays of top-of-the-range farming machinery, from combine harvesters to John Deere tractors, highlighting the latest advancements in agricultural technology. The showjumping competitions were a nod to the golden days of Irish showjumping, with memories of legends like Eddie Macken, Paul Darragh, and Captain Con Power coming to life through the thrilling performances of the horses and riders.

One of the standout aspects of the Clonmel Show is its

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commitment to community and charity. Over the past six years, the organisers have donated €120,000 to worthy causes, with 50% of the gate money from the day going to local charities and organisations. This year’s event continued that tradition, demonstrating the show’s dedication to giving back to the community.

Special recognition goes to the 60 volunteers who worked throughout the week to set up the event. The newly appointed Co-Chairs for 2024, Rebecca Dromey and Shay Kennedy, along with the entire

The success of the Clonmel Show would not be possible without the tireless efforts of its management committee, comprised of 24 dedicated individuals, and over 400 volunteers who generously gave their time to ensure everything ran smoothly.

committee, were praised for their excellent work in upholding the rich tradition and history of the show.

As the day drew to a close, the sentiment was unanimous: the Clonmel Agricultural Show had once again delivered a fantastic family day out. The glorious

sunny weather added to the festive atmosphere, leaving everyone with smiles on their faces and fond memories to cherish.

For those who have never experienced the Clonmel Show, it is undoubtedly an event that deserves a place on your bucket list. With its blend of agricultural heritage, community spirit, and diverse entertainment, the Clonmel Agricultural Show remains a cherished highlight of the year for many and a testament to the enduring appeal of this historic event.

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Liam Lynch to be remembered

The Liam Lynch National Commemoration Committee

invite all to attend this non political event

On Sunday next on the Knockmealdown Mountains at 2.30pm a tradition will continue which first began in 1924, when Republicans, locals, and history enthusiasts will gather at the Round Tower monument to honour and remember an Irish hero who died for Ireland.

BY TOM HENNESSY

Liam Lynch was ‘Chief of staff ‘of the IRA when a bullet from a Free State gun struck him in the back wounding him and within 24 hours led to his death. The IRA were fighting against a free state army made up of former comrades,ex British soldiers and new recruits who were now being armed and paid to crush the Republican forces being led by Liam Lynch. The IRA was fighting for a 32 county Irish Republic as envisaged by Padraig Pearse, Tom Clarke and all the Martyrs of the 1916 Rebellion. The taking of an oath of allegiance to the monarch of a foreign country that was still occupying their land was too much for these men who believed in the right of all 32 counties of Eire to be free. When the civil war intensified

it was to the IRA strongholds, the ‘safe houses’ of places like the Knockmealdown and Galtee Mountains, the Galtee Vee Valley in South Tipperary where the IRA Columns and men on the run returned. The year 1923 was a terrible year for the Republican movement in Tipperary. In January the Free state executed Fred Burke, Patrick Russell, Martin O Shea, and Patrick MacNamara in Roscrea. Martin ‘Sparky’ Breen died in a gunfight on the 16th of the same month. In February Dinny Lacey was shot following a shootout with Free State forces in the Glen of Aherlow. Paddy MacDonagh who was with Dinny and was injured in the same ambush, was left to die alone in the prison yard in Tipperary Barracks. The IRA led by Liam Lynch was now regrouping and a

series of meetings were planned to discuss their next moves. Liam Lynch had attended a meeting in the Nire Valley in March, and was staying on the Knockmealdown Mountains when on the 10th of Aprill a dawn sweep of the area led to Liam and his group moving further up the mountain to IRA member Bill Houlihans house to evade capture. At 8am as they were about to have a cup of tea a scout rushed in to warn the men of the approach of freestaters .They decided to move higher up the mountain to make sure of their escape using a small glen for cover. The Free State army caught up to the small group and Liam Lynch was shot.

The first gathering to remember Liam was a year later on the mountain and a simple wooden cross marked the spot where Liam had fell. Every year the people climbed the mountain to honour their hero where he was shot. In the 1930s the local community decided that a proper monument should be erected and Republicans from near and far contributed to the cost and the Round Tower was built.A huge feat to achieve with all the stone being carried by donkey and cart up the mountain. In 1935 Maurice Twomey the Chief of Staff of the IRA in that year unveiled the monument. That morning the Develara led FF Govt, directed

that all the Safe Houses along the Knockmealdowns be raided. Like many a rebel before him’ Mos’s was helped by the locals who hid him and was able to attend that first

Commemoration at the Monument. On Sunday the annual pilgrimage will continue and this year Author and Republican John Crawley will give the oration with the

commemoration starting at 2.30.The Liam Lynch National Commemoration Committee invite all to attend this non political event. Beir bua.

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By Liam Browne

KiND-HEARTED JOHNNY WILL DONATE

Luby celebrates 70th birthday by fundraising for special school

Johnny to make donation to popular Cashel school

To those who know it, and know of it, Scoil Chormaic is a special school in so many ways.

BY LIAM BROWNE

And that is being recognised by local celebrity Johnny Luby of Golden, when he reaches his seventieth birthday next weekend, and rather than ask for presents, he has asked those who wish to share this special milestone with him, to donate to Scoil Chormaic in Cashel. Johnny is well known from his many radio appearances on Tipp FM and Tipperary Mid West, and is a staple at many GAA, horse and greyhound racing fundraisers, where his unique story telling style both delights and humours those listening to him. Popular and witty, and full of advice,

whether sage or otherwise, Johny never fails to raise a smile when he tackles any subject.

But the subject of Scoil Chormaic is one that is very important to him. And because of this, he will be doing a walk from Castlelake Cross into Cashel next Friday evening, with the intention to raise as much funds as possible for the school on the Golden Road, where the walk will finish.

After that, there is a party organised in Sir Rowlands Bar in Thomastown, where all are invited to celebrate the rest of the festivities of Johnny’s special birthday celebration.

Cashel Camogie Club Notes

There was plenty of action for Cashel’s camogie girls last weekend, both in inter county and club action. The King Cormac’s had players on winning Tipperary teams at u16B, Senior and Junior level, with the club represented by Niamh Manton, Lily and Anna Fahie, Grace Moloney, Aoife O’Brien, Caoimhe Perdue and Karin Blair. The u16A team suffered a defeat against Kilkenny, but they still have games to play to get back on track. Emma Bonner represented the club on this panel. The u12 Green team had a great win Wednesday evening at home in Leahy Park as they beat St Pat’s, and this was followed by the u12 red team beating Ballina on Sunday in the semi-final to progress to the county final this weekend. Our u10’s hosted a blitz in Leahy Park on Tuesday night, which was a very successful night of camogie for clubs in the area and huge thanks goes out to all the parents and management who looked after the visiting teams.

O’Gorman’s Dundrum admission makes a ‘mockery of Taoiseach’s claim about asylum centres in tourist hotels’

Independent Cllr Liam Browne has claimed that the admission last week in the Dail by Roderic O Gorman, that Dundrum House was to be used to house hundreds of asylum seekers, makes a mockery of claims made by An Taoiseach Simon Harris barely 6 weeks ago, to RTE and other news outlets that, “dozens of hotels currently housing Ukrainian refugees, could return to public use”.

The admission was made in response to a question put to Minister O Gorman by Tipperary TD Mattie Mc Grath. Minister O Gorman confirmed that a contract had been signed with the current owners of Dundrum House, which means that as the current Ukrainian refugees leave the West Tipperary hotel, they

will be replaced by International Protection Applicants, and that the hotel will not return to public use as a tourism venue for the foreseeable future.

The hotel has been the subject of protests at the gate for over eight weeks now, and those at the protest feel that they have been betrayed by the words of the Taoiseach, who made his comments at the launch of Fine Gael’s local and European election campaigns in late May.

Cllr Browne, who has long been critical of the Governments policy in relation to the housing of both refugees and asylum seekers said that “it is completely reckless to expect that hundreds of IPA’s be moved into a small rural community, without any local impact needs assessment

taking place first. The numbers envisaged are more than double the population of the village, and no account has been taken of whether the local services that might be required to absorb such a large number currently exist, or are likely to be provided for in the near future. Basically, the Government are moving a problem from the streets of Dublin, into a small rural community. It’s not fair, it’s not right, and has already led to splits amongst what has long been a very tight knit community.”

Cllr Browne also added, that “the policy makes a mockery of past statements by Minister O Gorman himself. In January, when protests arose in Roscrea around the use of the Racket Hall Hotel, Minister O Gorman

said that his department would look into returning a closed down hotel in Roscrea, into use as a community hotel. That has never materialised. And while he was making those statements, his own department were most likely in discussion with the owners of Dundrum House, to create a similar situation.

Local tourism in areas like Dundrum, need hotel spaces for tourists. We cannot simply pander to greedy hoteliers, who see the taxpayer as a cash cow. Other ancillary tourism businesses will suffer.

Not long ago, Dundrum Golf course was being spoken of as a potential Irish Open course. Do people really think for example foreign golfers will want to play in what amounts to a refugee centre?

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PARENTS AND CHILDREN WISH MICHAEL ALL THE BEST IN HIS RETIREMENT

Much loved local bus driver retires after almost fifty years’ service

Michael was very highly regarded by everyone

A large crowd gathered in Dundrum last weekend to say a fond farewell to well known and much loved bus driver Michael Ryan, who retired from the school run in the Knockavilla, Dundrum, Annacarty area, after forty nine years behind the wheel of the local school bus.

BY LIAM BROWNE

Micheal has been a huge part of the lives of almost every family in the area, and recounted stories of taking sometimes up to three generations of families daily too and from school in the local villages. Michael was surprised to be greeted by so many people when he finished his final school

run, but that was testament to how highly he was regarded in the area, and he was a little emotional himself when saying goodbye that one last time. Or rather, gently reminding them to “stay away from the emergency door”. The parents and children who waved him off one last time, wished him and his family all the best in the future, as did everyone else in West Tipperary.

Local long-term Lion honoured in handover event

Cashel Lions Club held their 2024 handover night in Mikey Ryan’s restaurant on Friday night last. It is the occasion when the members welcome in their new President and review the activities of the past year. In the course of his final address of the year, outgoing President Tom Horan welcomed the members and their partners and spoke about the activities of the past twelve months. He described it as a very successful period in which the major fundraising event, the Galtee Mountains End to End Challenge, was a major success. He expressed thanks to the public for their very generous response to this fundraising appeal, and said that the money raised will go towards the purchase of a new bus for Cashel Daycare Centre. He thanked all the members and their partners involved in the fundraising, and said it was a credit to their commitment and charitable nature. The President also welcomed District Governor James O’Loughlin as Guest of Honour on the occasion. A member

of Ennis Lions Club, District Governor O’Loughlin had just returned from Australia, where he was inaugurated as District Governor for 2024-2025, the head Lion in Ireland. During the course of his year in office, he will visit most of the hundred clubs in the country.

As well as visiting Cashel Club, District Governor O’Loughlin, had another purpose for his visit. He used the occasion to honour Cashel Lion member, Seamus King, for his long and distinguished service to the club. The longest serving member of the club, Seamus continues to be a very active member. He was President of the club on three occasions and he has also served Lions at national level, and regularly attends the national convention. District Governor O’Loughlin was high in praise of Seamus’s distinguished membership and his continued service contributions. Some years ago, he was honoured with a Melvin Jones Award for dedicated humanitarian services by Lions International. On this occasion

the District Governor presented him with a Progressive Fellowship pin, a very rare honour indeed.

In reply, Seamus thanked the District Governor for the honour conferred on him. He had been introduced to the Lions by his neighbour, the late Dr. Joe Savage, in the late 1960s and the organisation had played a major part in his life since then. He spoke of the early members of the club, which had been founded in 1961, and how Cashel had been responsible for founding four other clubs in the Tipperary area,

Thurles, Clonmel, Waterford and Cahir. He also mentioned some of the major Lions projects during his time, particularly the founding of the very successful Larkspur Park. He was proud of being a member of the club, which had contributed significantly to the lives of the people of Cashel for over sixty years. He hoped that this proud tradition, as well as others, such as the Lions Club Person of the Year award would continue, and that the club would always be in a position to make a positive contribution to the town.

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Community Lotto

There was no winner of the Draw that took place last week on Wednesday July 3, 2024. The Draw was witnessed by Marie Casey. The numbers drawn were 14, 16, 17 & 25.

The Lucky Dip winners winning €25 each were Gary O’Mahony, Lismahon, Co. Meath, James Swords, Ballyhohan, Cahir, Aoife Duggan, Avondale Court, Cahir and

Kathleen Moloney, Ardfinnan. Congratulations to all winners.

The next Lotto Draw will take place on today Wednesday, July 10, 2024 in the Social Welfare Office at 12 noon with results next week. The Jackpot is now €6,500 and we wish everyone the best of luck in the Draw. Tickets are available in the Enterprise Centre and in local shops too.

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By Maria Taylor

Picnic in the Park is great success

A great day was had by all who came to the Picnic in the Park last Thursday which took place in the Sensory Garden on Church Street in Cahir. The weather was good so lots of people attended from Healthy Ireland, Tipperary Town, Moorehaven & the Irish Wheelchair association and they clapped, sang or danced away to the music by Cahir Men’s Shed during their picnic. Thanks go to Cahir Men’s Shed for the fantastic entertainment of music & song that was provided out of the goodness of their hearts and

Cahir Park AFC Cahir GAA

AGM Notice - the Cahir Park AFC AGM will take place on Friday July 26, 2024 at 7.30pm. All welcome.

Cahir Park Soccer Camp - our popular Soccer Summer Camp is beck next week from July 15 to 19. Times are 10am to 1pm daily. This Camp is for 6 to 12 year old Boys and Girls and has lots of soccer orientated fun and games. There are still a few spaces left, so now’s your chance to book a spot for your child. Please call Head Coach Jonas to book on 087 1145854.

Cahir Park 50/50 Draw- The

50/50 Draw took place last Wednesday June 5, 2024 at 8pm live on Facebook. The winner was Leanne Roche. Well done to Leanne. Ticket sold at The Punters Rest. Thank you to all our ticket sellers, all our sponsors and everyone who buys tickets; we truly appreciate your support of our Club. We remind everyone that there is a cash winner every week. Tickets can be purchased from Committee, online or through local businesses or through our Cahir Park AFC App under the fundraising header.

DRAW THE JOKER - Jackpot of €7,400 was not won last Sunday in the Galtee Inn. Other winners were €100 won by Lukcoz Wiermonske, €50 by Olivia Guidera, €50 by Senan Sheehy, €30 by Tina & Kieran and €20 by Colette Kiely. Next draw is in The Punters Rest on this Sunday July 14, 2024. Jackpot will be €7,600. Support welcomed.

RESULTS - South Junior A Hurling Championship - Full time Cahir: 1-13, Clonmel Óg: 4-11. South Junior B Hurling Championship Full time score was Cahir: 4.09, Clonmel Óg: 0.08.

everyone who attended the South Tipperary Disability Groups Forum Annual Event. Well done to all the groups, friends and family who came along and made this a lovely day out.

Cahir Social and Historical Society

The last event in this year’s ‘Culture at the Castle‘ festival will see the well-known RTE broadcaster, David McCullagh return to Cahir to give a talk. The talk will take place in the Great Hall of Cahir Castle on Saturday, July 20, 2024. David is no stranger to Cahir having visited previously to give talks and was warmly welcomed by

the audience. David will give another interesting talk on the 1923-1949 period of Irish history and we expect a crowd to attend. Come along and be part of the final event of Cahir Social & Historical Societies ‘Culture at the Castle’ Festival. A few tickets are still available on Eventbrite. ie.

The Culture at the Castle Festival

would not have been possible with the financial support given to Cahir Social & Historical Society this season by Creative Ireland and Tipperary County Council’s Festivals and Events Grant Scheme. We are also very thankful for the assistance of the wonderful staff of Cahir Castle and OPW as well as everyone who attends.

Cahir Youth Tidy Towns Group - the new Cahir Youth Tidy Towns Group met last last week for the first time

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The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever

The Daughters of Dún Iascaigh are delighted to host this annual event for the second year and hope to make it as successful as last year’s event. The event is taking place in Cahir on Sunday, July 28, 2024. Everyone is invited to come along to the Inch Field from 2 to 4pm on the day and dance with them as they raise funds in a unique way!

Join the Daughters of Dún Iascaigh in the Inch Field Cahir on Sunday, July 28 to dance to Kate Bush’s ‘Wuthering Heights’. They hope to bring as much joy

and fun to the town as possible and make the day as successful as last year. All proceeds will go to Cuan Saor Women’s Refuge and Tipperary Rape Crisis Centre. It is advised to dress according to the weather, as everyone knows there could be four seasons in one day, so be prepared! They would also love to see as much red as possible on the day. If the weather turns inclement, the event will move indoors and the venue will be confirmed if needs be. So, if you feel comfortable dancing with the group they would be delighted

and there will be a few rehearsals beforehand to show how the routine goes. But if dancing is not for you, then just your support on the day is all that is required and you never know, you might want to join in when you see how much fun it is!

Please note this is a ticketed event, tickets are €10 and are available on eventbrite. All proceeds will go to TRCC Tipperary and Cuan Saor Women’s Refuge & Support Services Clg. Come along and dance with them on the day and raise vital funds while having fun.

Summer Seisiún starting

Cahir Comhaltas are once again bringing their popular summer programme of Seisiún to Cahir Castle for the summer months.

Starting on Thursday July 18 in Cahir Castle and running for 6 weeks on Thursday nights, they will stage a formal show of traditional Irish music, song and dance in the Great Hall. The show will start at 8pm and all are welcome to come along and enjoy. Once the show is over in Cahir Castle the informal part of the show continues on same night in Cahir House with a Trad

session from 10pm and they are inviting all performers to join in. So, if you are a musician and would like to take part in these informal sessions in Cahir House Hotel, then just come along on the night and you will be most welcome.

Cahir Social and Historical Society

The last event in this year’s ‘Culture at the Castle‘ festival will see the well-known RTE broadcaster, David McCullagh return to Cahir to give a talk. The talk will take place in the Great Hall of Cahir Castle on Saturday, July 20, 2024. David is no stranger to Cahir having visited previously to give talks and was warmly

welcomed by the audience. David will give another interesting talk on the 1923-1949 period of Irish history and we expect a crowd to attend. Come along and be part of the final event of Cahir Social & Historical Societies ‘Culture at the Castle’ Festival. A few tickets are still available on Eventbrite.ie.

The Culture at the Castle Festival

Cahir Tidy Towns

The annual local Tidy Towns competition will be held over the next 4 weeks so anyone painting their premises, organising floral displays and tidying estates may be on the lookout in the coming 4 weeks if they want to impress the judges. Any premise that is visible from the roadside within the town speed limits is open for judging and certificates will be issued to those that catch the eye of the adjudicators in various categories

at an event to be held in the autumn as happens every year. The date of the awards will be notified to all recipients near the time. So, if you want to impress the judges then you have time to prepare as judging will be ongoing until August 24.

In other news we are being judged this week for the Green Flag Award, but we never know when we will be judged for the National Competition. We are asking that all business and homeowners

Youth Tidy Towns

Last week the Cahir Youth Tidy Towns group had their first meeting. There was a healthy group of 12 individuals on the first day and Cahir Tidy Towns Group representative Andy Moloney joined them

for a quick tour. They did a walk around Cahir town and made a plan of activities for the coming weeks. There will be loads of projects completed by the group over the next few weeks and they extend

would not have been possible with the financial support given to Cahir Social & Historical Society this season by Creative Ireland and Tipperary County Council’s Festivals and Events Grant Scheme. We are also very thankful for the assistance of the wonderful staff of Cahir Castle and OPW as well as everyone who attends.

would throw an eye outside their own door in the coming weeks to make sure we put our best foot forward.

Last week a Youth Tidy Towns Group was started and we hope to grow this side of the organisation in the coming years. It’s great to have good numbers involved and interested in helping and thanks to Olivia Darcy for setting up the group as part of this new experience.

a welcome to all interested youths to come and join as they help keep Cahir Tidy. They finished off their first day with ice creams! This week the group are planning to hold activities in the Inch Field.

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Main Street Black Spots

BY EDDIE READE

As one approaches our town, either from the east or west along the N24, you can’t but notice the new road layouts with flower beds, and vibrant colours.

A welcoming sight that sadly is soon forgotten if you are to take a walk across the main street in the town. Despite the Trojan work being put in by our two elected local councillors, whose actions and representations through the years were rewarded in the last local elections, and despite the time and effort being put in by local groups like C.O.S.B.A. or our forever busy Lions club/tidy towns group, the main street is a sorry sight for tourists, visitors and locals alike.

Turning onto the main street from New Street, you are first given a hint of what awaits, with the old post office building, neglected for years since its

closure it is indeed a sorry sight. The loss of the post office from that site is indeed pointed to as a start of the decline of the main street. Daily trips by the townspeople across the town to the post office stopped with its closure. Less footfall obviously affects the businesses along the route.

As you stroll along from this point towards the west end of the town it’s hard to ignore the number of closed down shops, the thinly disguised plywood barriers that attempt in vain to hide the ugliness of falling down business fronts and buildings without roofs.

Surely it is time the local council took severe action against these building owners and forced them to make the necessary alterations for the benefit of us all, business owners who are trying their hardest to keep above water and for ourselves, the local community who deserve to able to walk along our

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Carrick Swan

Carrick Swan qualified for the South Senior Hurling Final on Saturday last with a one-point victory over Mullinahone in a tight affair in Monroe. We take on Killenaule on Sunday next, at 2pm, in Monroe. Best of luck, lads. Bring home that cup!

If you can’t make Monroe next weekend, the game will be live streamed on Clubber.

Our Junior ‘A’ hurlers had a good win against Killenaule on Sunday evening in Mullinahone. Well done, lads.

towns ancient streets and not be forced to look at such sights. Thankfully however, the business owners operating on the town’s main thoroughfare have not left these few unsightly setbacks keep them from improving their own premises.

To stroll from the afore mention old post office the first signs of a flourishing modern town are an always busy take out coffee shop, with outdoor seating, the two new outdoor dining areas belonging to a local hotel and a bar/restaurant across the road and as you stroll past the butchers, shoe shops and clothes stores you come to yet more outdoor dining facilities. Through the ancient West Gate and you find another food establishment with seating al fresco. We do have a fantastic town, with a great number of lively dining areas and there is always a place to whet your whistle in a welcoming atmosphere. Some of our shops attract people from all over the south east because of their

much of his time in the handball court in Carrick On Suir training players and coaching new generations of young boys and girls in the skills of this face paced hectic game.

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dedication through generations to quality, staff knowledge and friendliness, so although there

are some aspect of the town that need urgent upgrading, we have a lot to be proud of in our town,

so let’s enjoy the positives and work together as a community to improve the negatives.

“It’s now or never” for the Ormonde

Castle

A play conceived, written and directed by local artists for the Bealtaine Festival will be staged in the wonderful surrounds of our Tudor Manor House on August the 18th.

The play, inspired by the stories of older people in our community, who gave up their memories regarding life in small town Ireland during the 1950’s and 60’s.

The title of the play, from the Elvis

Presley number befits the plays contents, concentrating on one night in the old Ormonde Dance Hall and focusing on the exploits of the four main characters, nosey telephone operator Tess Comerford, her almost anarchist sister Pearl, Indiana Flynn who is back home on Irish soil for the first time since emigrating and is best described as a flash harry type, and poor John Joe Ryan

who wants to be anywhere in life but where he is, stuck on a farm with his domineering father. Booking for the show opened up on Friday last and tickets cost €10 per person. To book please call 051-640921 or 0862560609, you can also email tudorartisanhub@ gmail.com and be advised that there are limited tickets available and this event will sell out quickly.

Our Junior ‘B’ hurlers take on Skeheenarinky on Sunday next, July 14th, in Cahir at 11.30am. Best of luck, lads.

Our Junior ‘B’ Camogie ladies had a good run out against Butlerstown of Waterford in Páirc na nEalaí last week, in a challenge game, as they continue their championship preparations. The County Junior Camogie Championships will commence once the All-Ireland Camogie Championship ends in mid-August. Commiserations to our u19

footballers who lost out to Kilsheelan last week. This week, we take on Fethard on Wednesday night at 7.45pm in Cloneen. Best of luck, lads. Juvenile Scene

Our u17’s take on Mullinahone in Páirc na nEalaí on Monday night (July 8th) with the game throwing in at 8pm. Best of luck, boys.

Our u13 hurlers lost out to Grangemockler Ballyneale on Tuesday last. Unlucky boys. We dust ourselves off and go again

this week, on The Green, on Saturday next, when we take n St. Patrick’s at 11am. Best of luck, boys.

Last weekend, our u8 girls played some super camogie at a blitz in Mullinahone. The determination and progress that this team has made in recent weeks is just brilliant. Hard work and practice is certainly paying off. We’d like to thank Mullinahone for their hospitality and we look forward to hosting the next Blitz, for the group.

Other News

Carrick Swan GAA Club would like to express a massive thank you to John and Margaret Fleming for their very generous sponsorship of a new defibrillator that will be housed on the external clubhouse wall at Páirc na nEalaí.

The defibrillator will, of course, be available to the public in case of emergencies. Thank you, John and Margaret. Your generosity is appreciated by everyone in the club and, I’m sure, by the wider

Carrick community as well.

In other news, the hurling wall at Páirc na nEalaí got some new designs painted last week. Check out our Facebook page for some photos.

Club Lotto

The club lotto jackpot is a massive €12,500 this week as there was no winner of last week’s €12,250 jackpot. Last week, there were six match 3 winners who won €40 each. The numbers drawn were 04 - 06 - 14 - 23. Well done all.

On Saturday last Christopher McGrath played in the wallball championships in Brian Boru’s Handball club Dublin. Pictured with his proud mother Ann is Christopher, who walked away with the masters title on the day. A proud

the McGrath family, and also for Christopher’s coach, David Tobin. David hails from a family steeped in the ancient tradition of one of our native sports and spends

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Members of Nenagh MD at Annual Meeting held on 27th June 2024 with District Director and District Administrator. Missing from photo Cllr. Pamela Quirke O’ Meara. Rear L-R Cllr. Michael O’ Meara, Cllr. Ryan O’ Meara, Cllr. Phyll Bugler, Cllr. Joe Hannigan, Cllr. John Carroll. Front L-R Liam Brett, Director of Services, Cllr. Louise Morgan Walsh, Cllr. Séamus Morris (Leas-Chathaoirleach), Cllr. Fiona Bonfield (Cathaoirleach), Rosemary Joyce, District Administrator.

Cllr. Fiona Bonfield who was elected as Cathaoirleach of Nenagh MD

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NEW ARRIVALS IN THE WARDROBE

We love providing High quality care and first class customer service to all of Waterford & South Tipperary

Kare Plus Waterford & South Tipperary are so proud to celebrate their 3rd year anniversary of providing care services to those in need and would like to say a big THANK YOU to all of their amazing healthcare assistants and clients for their hard work and support! Meet some of our dedicated office team below!

Cecily Hughes opened Kare Plus Waterford and South Tipperary in Clonmel in June 2021 Under her leadership, the company is expanding to Kildare in August 2024. With extensive experience in both public and private healthcare, Cecily identified a crucial need for quality homecare, particularly highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her team provides exceptional care across Waterford and South Tipperary, with plans to develop a dedicated Home care Team for Kildare Kare Plus is an approved provider to the HSE and Tusla, offering excellent hourly rates and free training, including MAPPA, SAMS, and Patient Moving and Handling courses The company also runs a QQI Level 5 Healthcare Course Cecily emphasizes that caring for staff is essential to providing the best care to clients, ensuring continuous skill development through training facilities in Clonmel and the new Kildare office

Shona O’Brien joined Kare Plus in April 2024 A UCD graduate with a General Nursing Degree, she has a wealth of experience, including her role as Director of Nursing in South Tipperary nursing homes Known for her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, Shona is dedicated to delivering high-quality care As Operations Manager, she upholds the Kare Plus mission to provide superior homecare and healthcare services Shona holds a Management certificate and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Gerontological Nursing from UCC Her achievements have been recognized by Network Ireland, winning the Businesswoman of the Year Award 2024 in the Employee-Shining Star category Shona will represent Kare Plus at the Network Ireland National Awards in September 2024, continuing to share her expertise to enhance client care

Rachel O'Donnell joined Kare Plus in August 2021 and has become a key member of the team, bringing extensive experience in home care She manages a team of Healthcare Assistants, ensuring best practices and compassionate care for clients Rachel values building strong relationships with clients and their families, emphasising respect and empathy She holds a Training Instructor’s Licence in Patient Moving and Handling and has conducted numerous training sessions for Kare Plus employees and local organizations Celebrating three years with Kare Plus in August, Rachel has been instrumental in the company's growth and success, valued for her dedication and expertise

Taylor joined Kare Plus in December 2021 as a Health Care Assistant, initially filling in on days when the office needed extra cover Taylor quickly adapted to the office environment and began scheduling and coordinating all daily shifts for our employees In June 2022, Taylor was promoted to the full-time role of Coordinator/Schedule Manager as our employee numbers and client base increased "I really enjoy the office environment, even though it's completely different from my hands-on role as a healthcare assistant " Taylor has excelled in her new role and moved with ease from her caring role bringing all her knowledge, and is truly invaluable to Kare Plus Recently, Taylor completed a QQI Level 6 Advanced Business Management Major Award, further enhancing her skills and commitment to the company

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When I put my hand in my pocket

To bring out a coin or a key The cross is there to remind me Of the price He paid for me.

It reminds me, too, to be thankful For my blessings day by day And to strive to serve Him better In all that I do and say.

In Memoriam

Elm Park, Clonmel 8th July

So beautiful to think of So hard to be without.

It only takes a little space, to write how much I miss you, but it will take the rest of my life to forget the day I lost you.

Sadly missed every day your sister in-law

Margaret

In Memoriam

McNamara (nee Rothwell) 56 Honeyview Estate

In Memoriam

Anniversary

Kenefick

Upper Gladstone Street & Old Bridge Clonmel

Treasured memories of our wonderful parents Ken and Margaret Kenefick late of Upper Gladstone Street and Old Bridge Clonmel.

In loving memory of Elizabeth McNamara (nee Rothwell) late of 56 Honeyview Estate, Clonmel whose anniversary occurred on July 17th.

There is a beautiful path in a wonderful land where my mother and God walk hand in hand.

How luck God is to have such a treasure, look after her Lord forever and ever.

We hold you close within our hearts and there you shall remain, to walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.

Always remembered and never forgotten by your loving family.

Anniversary Mass in St. Oliver’s Church, July 24th at 12pm.

“We hold you close within our hearts and there you shall remain, to walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.”

Never forgotten by Maurice, Shirley, Monica and their families.

Mass 12.30 St. Peter and Paul’s Church Sunday 17th July.

Mass 10am in The Abbey Church on Tuesday 16th July.

It's also a daily reminder Of the peace and comfort I share With all who know my Master And give themselves to His care.

So, I carry a cross in my pocket Reminding no one but me That Jesus Christ is the Lord of my life If only I'll let Him be.

Funeral Directors for their professional service and the grave diggers - a big thank you.

A special thanks to Marcus and Frances of Shenanigans for your hospitality.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this expression of our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Tony is now together for eternity with his son Cliff, who passed away on 31st December 2015.

No matter how life changes No matter what we do

A special place within our hearts Will always be kept for both of you.

Recollections from 2000 with Joe Kenny

Cloneen National School group of pupils and teachers, photographed on February 29, 2000, outside the school, celebrating 50 years

Fethard Patrician Presentation Secondary School 5th Year Debating Team photographed on February 1, 2000. L to R: John Lonergan, Tom Grant, Aideen O’Donnell and Terence Fahy.

Athletes from Ballyneale / Grangemockler photographed at the County Community Games Finals held in Clonmel on June 25, 2000. L to R: Owen Brennan, Paul Commerford, William O’Reilly, Shane Norton and Andrew Commerford.

Nenagh team who were beaten by Carrick CBS in the ‘A’ final at the Cumann na mBunscol Primary School Hurling Finals played in Semple Stadium on June 15, 2000.

Members of Fethard and Killusty Angling Club photographed at the weigh-in at Kiltinan Gate following their ‘Spring Competition’ which took place 0n Sunday, April 30, 2000. Front L to R: Tom Fogarty, David Grant, William McGrath, Mattie Fleming and George McGrath. Back L to R: Ciarán O’Connell, John O’Connell, Paddy Prendergast, Stafford Kent, Jim Sayers, Norman O’Regan, Tony Quigley, Michael Fogarty, Liam Boland, John Fleming, Denis McGrath, John Sayers and Tom Sayers.

Ayle who beat Lisnamrock in the ‘F’ final at the Cumann na mBunscol Primary School Hurling Finals played in Semple Stadium on June 15, 2000

Recollections from 2000 with Joe Kenny

of Fethard Players photographed on October 27, 2000, at rehearsal for their oncoming production of “You can’t take it with you” — America’s best loved classic comedy written by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman. Back L to R: Ann Connolly, Michael McCarthy, Ann Marie O’Sullivan, Mary O’Connell, Mia Treacy, Seamus Hayes. Middle L to R: Carmel Rice, Lisa Rice, Percy O’Flynn, Marian Gilpin, Eoin Whyte. Front L to R: Eoin Powell, Vincent Murphy, Gerry Fogarty, and Joe Hanley. Also in the cast are Derek Newport and Eoin Maher.

Taking part in the Fancy Dress Parade at the Emly Festival and Parade held on August 6, 2000 are ‘Fr Ted Crew” L to R: Mary Butler, Margaret Lonergan, Eileen and Laura Creamer.

Staff of St. Bernard Group Homes pictured at their 25th anniversary celebrations held on December 1, 2000, in Dundrum House Hotel.

Members

The Clonmel Evergreen Soccer Team beaten 5-1 by St. Michael’s in the opening game of the season played at the By-Pass on Sunday August 13, 2000. Back L to R: Buddy Anderson, Ned Butler, Donal O’Keeffe, Brian Webster, Emerson Kirby, Ian Nugent, Liam Mullins. Front L to R: John Ryan, Wesley Anderson, Derek Corcoran, Paul Brabston and Tony Davis.

Pupils of Killusty National School presenting a check for £642 to Dr. Murchin, Cashel, on November 16, 2000, to go ttowards the St. Joseph’s Hospital Cat Scan Appeal. The check, presented by Ciara Aylward and Seamus Holohan, was the proceeds of a sponsored walk up Slievenamon organised by the school.

Athletes from Annacarty photographed at the County Community Games Finals held in Clonmel on June 25, 2000.. Back L to R: William O’Neill, Sheila Ryan, Patricia English. Front L to R: Gearóid Ryan, Kevin Fox, Orla Coughlan, and Dearvhla Ryan.

Thurles Parish News

Munster Fleadh

Comhairle na Mumhan CCÉ are delighted to hold Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan 2024 in Thurles from 14th -20th July, hosted by Tipperary County Board CCÉ.

Please note the 11.00 a.m. Mass on Sunday July 14th will be celebrated by Archbishop Kieran O’Reilly marking the Munster Fleadh in Thurles.

The Organising Committee needs your help: If anyone from the locality could give a few hours for general stewarding please contact 087-6670770 or visit tipperary@ comhaltas.net to complete a volunteer application form. All help is greatly appreciated.

Tea Party

A tea party will be held in aid of Motor Neurone on Saturday July 13th, 12 noon – 4.00 p.m. in

T.C.I.L., Stradavoher Industrial Estate, E41 PT66. All are welcome. Drink tea for MND! Sports Ability Day Friday August 9th in the Presentation Sports Complex, 12.301.30pm will see a Sports Ability Day held. This event will showcase a range of inclusive sporting opportunities for people with disabilities. There will also be a number of organisations in attendance on the day to provide information on their services. Event is free but booking is essential on www.tipperarysports.

ie Recently Deceased Prayed for at all Masses in Thurles parish at the weekend was Bridget (Bridie) Shelly, San Jose, Clongour, who died recently. May she rest in peace

Thurles oldest person

Bridie Shelly is laid to rest

Thurles’ oldest person, Bridie Shelly of San Jose, Clongour, Thurles, was laid to rest this week having lived into her 105th year –a remarkable testimony to good living and resilience.

Bridie was very prominent in business circles in the Cathedral Town having run a renowned public house just off Liberty Square, in Parnell Street, Thurles which was a place of gathering for all the big sporting occasions in the town, but especially greyhound racing at Thurles Greyhound Stadium, horse racing at Thurles Racecourse and of course all the major games in Semple Stadium.

Shelly’s hostelry had a warm welcome for everyone and Bridie was central to that welcome as she had a generous smile for everyone who crossed the threshold into the pub. Of course, her sister Eileen was married into the prominent Bowe family which also ran a well-known public house in the town and so that sense of business acumen was well and truly evident in the extended family.

Bridie was regarded as a very kind neighbour who enjoyed great health throughout her life. She was well known, popular and highly respected by all who knew her. She loved to speak of

Eye onThurles

By the Cathedral Townie

Bishop Martin Hayes says thanks to Thurles parish

‘Thanks for a truly tremendous weekend of celebration of our working together’

olden times and having been born in 1919 when the modernday Ireland was emerging, she lived through some very exciting, but also very tragic times as Civil War gripped the island. Those days gave way to better times and Bride was fortunate to see peace on the island, much prosperity and a country which is the envy of many throughout the globe. There was a great sense of sadness in the locality when news of Bridie’s demise became known – it was thought that this formidable and resilient lady would live forever, and she made a great attempt at it. But, her time came and her Maker called her ashore before the weekend – a few days into the 105th July of her life. She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her devoted family and carers.

Bridie was predeceased by her parents Margaret and Hugh, brothers Timmy and Michael, sister Eileen (Bowe). She is deeply regretted by her loving family; nephews Michael Bowe and his wife Abbie, Br Gregory Bowe, niece Mary Butler and her husband Tom, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, great-grandnephews, greatgrandnieces, relatives, carers, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.

Bishop Martin Hayes, Bishop of Kilmore diocese has issued a heartfelt thanks to the people of Thurles for the tremendous welcome afforded him last weekend as he returned to the parish he spent many years ministering in.

BY NOEL DUNDON

Bishop Martin, who was accompanied by his family, hails from neighbouring Two Mile Borris parish lauded the tremendous weekend of celebration and was thrilled to catch up with so many people.

He said: “ Thanks for a truly tremendous weekend of celebration of our working together during my pastoral ministry in Thurles Parish from 2002 to 2017. My family and I deeply appreciate the welcome and the careful planning for

the celebration of Mass in the Cathedral of the Assumption at 7.00 p.m. and in SS. Brigid’s & Joseph’s, Church Bóthar na Naomh at 10.00 a.m. followed by refreshments and the opportunity to meet and chat last weekend.

“The ongoing spirit of working together of the Thurles Parish Pastoral Team and Fr’s Jim, Joe and Vincent guided by Archbishop Kieran was evident and with God’s help augers well for the future of Thurles Parish.

I will treasure the beautifully produced representation of Our Lady Star of the Sea from Our Lady’s Chapel of the Cathedral of

the Assumption, Thurles as a fond remembrance of my time with you. With prayerful good wishes and thanks.”

Meanwhile, Thurles Parish Pastoral Team has also expressed gratitude and congratulations to all involved in the wonderful occasion held for Bishop Martin Hayes to mark his first official visit to our Cathedral town last weekend.

The team especially thank Martin for making the trip back home where he celebrated two Masses, one in the Cathedral and one in SS Joseph and Brigid’s Church. A special word of thanks to Martin’s family who joined Thurles parish for this special celebration.

To mark the occasion Martin was presented with a beautiful painting, portraying ‘Our Lady Star of the Sea’, taken from one of the stained-glass windows in Our Lady’s side aisle in the Cathedral, by local artist, David McElgunn, to whom Thurles parish is deeply grateful. The inscription on the painting reads: ‘Bishop Martin, in thanksgiving for your years of service among us and with every blessing on your ministry

Liberty Music Festival goes down a real treat

A great weekend of music and song went down a real treat in Thurles with the Liberty Music Festival really capturing the imagination.

Large attendances throughout the weekend ensured that there was

plenty of economic activity for the local businesses, with many revellers staying locally and also in campsites and camper van parks around the town. The music was of the highest quality

with tribute acts really setting the scene alight in Thurles Town Park which had been specially set out for the festivities. There were plenty of food and beverages outlets throughout the park too and the

in Kilmore Diocese. From all your parishioners and friends in Thurles 29/06/24’.

Special thanks to Thurles Folk Group and Bóthar na Naomh Choir and all who enhanced both liturgies; Presentation Sisters for the use of their facilities; Ursuline Sisters for providing refreshments; Bóthar na Naomh Hospitality Group and Cathedral Catering Team; Tina Bourke for the celebratory cake; John O’Loughlin, photographer; stewards, sacristans, floral team, cleaners and all who provided confectionery for the occasion. Thank you all so much for your hard work and preparation, it all added superbly to the joyous celebrations. Lastly, while there was another big event with huge local and county interest, and thankfully the right result we congratulate the Tipperary Minor Hurlers.

Thurles Parish Pastoral Team would like to thank all parishioners, who turned out in such great numbers to share in the welcome of the return of Martin to Thurles at the weekend. Go raibh míle maith agat.

reasonably priced produce was welcomed by all – many people came early and stayed late, enjoying the hospitality and the music over the course of the weekend.

Enormous credit must go to the organising committee led by Independent Tipperary County Councillor Jim Ryan and his team which put in many hours preparing for the event and enduring that everything went smoothly. Judging by the reaction of those in attendance they certainly got it all right.

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MR MOHAMMAD WAS PRESENTED WITH SPECIALLY DESIGNED FRAMED PHOTO

Durlas Eile Eliogarty Memorial Committee visit the Kuwait Embassy in Dublin

Great honour for committee to meet with H.E Mr Muhammad

Last year His Excellency, Mr Muhammad Al Mohamed visited St. Mary’s International Garden of Remembrance in Thurles and was very impressed with what he had seen and what the Garden of Remembrance stood for - remembrance, peace and reconciliation.

BY NOEL DUNDON

So impressed in fact that he asked if a memorial could be erected to all who died by conflict in his country over the years. After his visit to St Mary’s H.E Mr Mohammad invited Chairman, Mr John Wort and members of the Dúrlas Éile Eliogarty Memorial Committee to visit the Kuwait Embassy. An official invitation by the Ambassador was gladly

Brú Boru to perform at the opening of Fleadh Cheoil

2018 saw release of debut album ‘GARADICE’

The world renowned Brú Ború group will be welcomed to The Source on Tuesday next July 16th to celebrate the official opening of Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan.

BY NOEL DUNDON

Shanley, Padraig McGovern, John McCartin, and Dave Sheridan.

accepted by the committee.

“It was a great honour for me and members of our committee to meet with H.E Mr Muhammad. The visit started very well with Mr Mohamad meeting and greeting at the door of the Embassy. With light refreshments at hand, H.E Mr Mohammad said it was a great honour for him to have us as his special guests on the day,” John Wort told this newspaper. He continued: “We discussed the

proposed Kuwait Memorial - the design, the wording and when it could be erected. The committee members and Church of Ireland church body were fully behind the proposed wording and design.

H.E said Ireland was very rich in very talented and educated young people and he looked forward to his mission here in Ireland promoting his country making new friends and to build a strong relationship between his country

and Ireland in trade, tourism and education. The Ambassadors plan for his mission was very evident in his conversation. His hospitality and beautiful Kuwait food was so delicious -a treat for a king most welcome and enjoyed by all of our committee.”

John Wort, Chairman and founder of the Dúrlas Éile Eliogarty Memorial Committee presented H.E Mr Muhammad with a specially designed framed photo of St. Mary’s International Garden of Remembrance with the Kuwait Coat of Arms in colourful leaded finish.

“This was a most enjoyable and an historical day for me and our committee members. H.E Mr Mohamad will visit St. Mary’s in the near future to discuss and to see for himself where the new Kuwait Memorial will be erected it will also be an opportunity for some of our politicians to meet with him to officially welcome him to the town of Thurles and maybe discuss with him what Thurles has to offer by way trade and education.

“H.E will also be attending our Remembrance Sunday ceremonies on November 10th. On behalf of the Durlas Eile Eliogarty Memorial Committee I would like to thank H.E Mr. Muhammad Al Mohamed for his hospitality to us on the day,” John Wort said. The photo shows: Mr Guy Jones, Chairman Irish Lebanese Culture Foundation and Vice-Chairman Dúrlas Éile Eliogarty Memorial Committee; Mr Eugene Scally; Mrs Bridget Wort; H.E Mr Mohamed Al Mohamed, Kuwait Ambassador to Ireland; Mr John Wort, Chairman and Founder Dúrlas Éile Eliogarty Memorial Committee; Mr P.J Ryan, Treasurer Dúrlas Éile Eliogarty Memorial Committee; Dr Michael Casey, Fellow of the Irish State.

Tickets costing €15 can be booked at 0504 90204 or by emailing boxoffice@sourcearts.ie

Three days later on Friday July 19th why not dive into the vibrant melodies and heartfelt stories woven by Garadice, a phenomenal traditional ensemble comprising the remarkable talents of Eleanor

The unique Brú Ború performing group have achieved international recognition on five continents and are in constant demand throughout the world with their fine performance of Irish authentic traditional music, song and dance. The show is delivered with verve, colour, panache and style. This group comprises the very best and most talented of musicians, singers and dancers. Enjoy an evening of live traditional entertainment with some of Ireland’s most accomplished traditional performers.

2018 saw the release of their debut album ‘Garadice’, an eclectic mix of beautifully arranged songs and tunes, some original and some of which had not been played for over 200 years. The album also featured Donal Lunny and Tom Morrow.

In 2023 Garadice unveiled a second album ‘Sanctuary’ and continued to weave their musical magic across generations. They breathe life into centuries-old melodies while infusing them with a contemporary vitality that resonates deeply with modern audiences.

A concert not to be missed you can book at the above number and email address also.

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Town Tipp through A trip

with Martin Quinn

The late Harry Gleeson is brought home for burial in his native place

Hundreds of people accompanied Harry on his final journey

More than 80 years after he was executed by the Irish State for a murder he did not commit, Harry Gleeson’s remains were removed from an unmarked grave in Mountjoy prison and reinterred on Sunday with family in St. Mary’s cemetery, Holycross.

BY MARTIN QUINN

Harry’s remains were received into the Abbey by Very Rev. Celsus Tierney P.P., Holycross Ballycahill and Fr. Brendan Duggan, Rockwell College. The Funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr. Tierney assisted by Archbishop Kieran O’Reilly, Bishop John Ryan, Bishop of Mzuzu, Malawi, Fr. Bobby Fletcher, Fr. Brendan Duggan, Fr. Pat McKeever and Fr. Tom Fogarty. There was a

very poignant moment right at the start of Mass when a violin that Harry himself played was brought to the Altar as the one and only symbol, by his great grand nephew Harry and his Mum Ciara. It was placed on Harry’s coffin by Fr. Duggan and the violin was subsequently played during the ceremony by Anthony Condron. In welcoming the packed attendance Fr. Tierney also welcomed those who were

joining via webcam from the US, Spain, France, UK and from around Ireland. He said that Harry Gleeson was from Galbertstown and that is where the family homes exists, and it was where Harry resided for the last couple of days following his removal from Mountjoy on Friday afternoon. His death on Wednesday April 23rd, 1941, for a crime of murder, he was later proven not to have committed, is part of our darker and bleaker history of our own state said Fr. Tierney.

Regretfully it was a time when Church and State failed to stand up for and defend the innocent, in the case of Harry Gleeson added the Parish Priest of Holycross Ballycahill. After the Mass hundreds of people accompanied Harry on his final journey to St. Mary’s Cemetery, where he was interred with his family.

Family members carry Harry Gleeson’s coffin into Holycross Abbey Photo: Martin Quinn

The remains of Harry Gleeson arrive at Holycross Abbey. Photo: Martin Quinn

Fr. Duggan places Harry Gleeson’s violin on his coffin at Holycross Abbey. Photo: Martin Quinn

Anthony Condron playing the violin of the late Harry Gleeson at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Photo: Martin Quinn

The coffin containing the remains of the late Harry Gleeson at Holycross Abbey

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CHEQUE FOR €1,500 HANDED OVER TO CHAIR OF VINTAGE RALLY FOR HOSPICE MOVEMENT

Tipperary Town Music Festival continues into 2025

Clear message from chairman and promoter

The Tipperary Town Music Festival will be held again in 2025.

BY MARTIN QUINN

That was the clear message from the Festival Chair, Eamonn Ryan, and country music promoter, John O’Brien, as the committee and helpers gathered to present a cheque for €1,500 to the South Tipperary Hospice Movement, at the Porter House, Bank Place, Tipperary, on Wednesday June 26th. Eamonn Ryan (Chair) expressed his thanks to everyone who had assisted with the Festival and said that they were delighted to have a sum of

€1,500 to present to the Hospice Movement. “We are delighted that we are in a position to contribute funds to the Hospice as we did also last year. This would not be possible without the support of the committee, the many stewards and helpers, the bands and performers and of course the patrons. I can guarantee that we will host the event again in 2025 and we have already started to make plans for it” said Eamonn. Music promoter, John O’Brien, said that the festival was a great success this year and that they were now reviewing the event

and looking to 2025. “The bands and performers that we had this year were top class and we will now look at the line up for 2025. We are currently checking out the availability of a number of bands for 2025 and will be in a position to announce the line up later this year” said John. Eamonn Ryan also thanked their main sponsor, Tipperary Cooperative, and a special thanks to the LIDL group for making their car park available for the marquee. The cheque for €1,500 was handed over to the Chair of the Vintage Rally, Jack Leonard, for forwarding on to the South Tipperary Hospice Movement. The cheque presentation was attended by the committee, stewards and helpers and many thanks to the organisers for the hospitality provided on the evening.

Ann Breen, Jack Leonard (Chair of Tipp Vintage Rally) and Sharon O’Dwyer with a cheque for €1,500 for presentation to the South Tipperary Hospice Movement by the Tipp Town Music Festival.

Brendan Crowe and Pat Ryan attended the cheque presentation by the Tipp Town Music Festival.

Phyllis Ryan and Catherine Ryan are pictured at the Tipperary Music Festival cheque presentation.

Ann Breen & Seanie Riordan attended the cheque presentation by the Tipperary Music Festival

Sharon O’Dwyer and Mary Ryan attended the cheque presentation by the Tipperary Town Music Festival

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Travel Delays – 4 Fantastic Ways to Stay Happy & Calm

You’re excited about your long-awaited holiday and can’t wait to finally get out of your stressful routine and into relaxation mode. However, before that happens, you need to get there. Have you ever had one of those journeys when things didn’t go to plan?

Although a travel delay can be frustrating, why is it that some people will become outraged and start to shout, yet another person will remain calm and deal with the delay as if it wasn’t even the slightest inconvenience? Is it that the former has more important matters to attend to? More important people to, see? Whilst this may be the case for some, others may be negatively reacting to what they perceive as a taxing situation. Feelings of panic can arise when you’re caught off guard to an unexpected delay. Although we know that this doesn’t help the situation, sometimes it’s difficult to control our reactions.

Here are 4 fantastic ways to stay happy and calm

1. Be Prepared

First, accept that delays are possible. It makes good sense to plan extra time to allow for traffic jams and cancellations. Ensure you are packed the night before to avoid a lastminute rush in the morning. By doing this you can keep stress levels down. Bring something that will help if faced with a delay, like a good book, magazine, music or journal.

2. Breathe

Don’t underestimate the power of the breath. A couple of minutes deep abdominal breathing can rapidly release stress and tension. When unhelpful thoughts are spiralling out of control, stress hormones are triggered which causes you to breathe more quickly to deliver more oxygen-rich blood to the body. Slowing down your breathing will help to stop this ‘fight or flight’ response and allow your mind to think more clearly and logically.

3. Stay Positive

Being positive goes a long way, and every situation can be turned around if you allow it to. Many great things come from a structured and planned approach. However, there’s something to say for spontaneity and creativity. It’s important to keep an eye out for opportunities that are sometimes disguised. Maybe the delay will force you to sit down with a coffee and a chance to think about things you have put off due to your overactive life. Or perhaps you will have that ‘chance’ encounter that could lead to a special conversation or a connection with a long-lost friend. If we don’t open ourselves up to possibilities and just stick to unhelpful thinking, we will only limit ourselves and miss some wonderful opportunities.

4. Attract Better Outcomes

When you focus on the negatives in a situation, you may notice that more negativity arises in your life. You may encounter a rude staff member at the airport, and all you do is think about how this made you feel, causing you to get angrier by re-living the experience. Once you get into this state, it’s hard to get out of this negative spiral. Your entire physical body changes along with the energy that you radiate, causing people to be wary of any interactions with you. However, if you are in a positive state, people will be drawn to your smile and energy and respond accordingly with kindness.

There is much more to life than meets the eye. Energy is a significant factor in our everyday interactions and how we choose to focus our attention will determine our outcomes. So the next time you decide to wallow in a perceived unfortunate circumstance or situation, remember that you are in control of how you perceive something. So take a breath and be aware of your thoughts and actions, as they will ultimately determine your state of being.

Happ y Travels!

With that in mind remember you can take twenty minutes a day to practise the meditation on Twin Hearts This Meditation has been scientifically proven to calm your emotions and enhance your positive thinking. When done regularly, you will very quickly notice the positive change in your outlook, your mood and even the behaviour of the people around you. Find out more about the Pranic Healing courses local to you by going to the following website https://www.pranichealing.ie/ or contact any of the Pranic Healers listed below.

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Upcoming Twin Hearts Meditation in your Area,

Come along at the designated time, no need to book, Donations Welcome which go to local charities.

Area/Town

Carrick-on Suir Nano Nagle Resource Centre Wednesday July 10rd @ 6.30pm Angela 087 0945695 Joan 087 2899867 Every Wednesday

Clonmel St Olivers Parish Hall, Elm Park Tuesday July 16th @7.30pm Katherine 087 3727993 3rd Tuesday of every Month

Tipperary Tipperary Community Services Centre, St Michael’s Street Monday July 29th @ 7.30pm Jennie 086 8682251 Last Monday of every Month

Thurles Cabragh Wetlands, Thurles E41 T266. Tuesday July30th @ 7.30pm Maria 086 3635870 Serena 087 7781895 Last Tuesday of every Month

Dungarvan Estuary Room. Park Hotel, Dungarvan Monday July 15st @7pm Susan 087 877641345 Every M onday

Source: https://www.pranichealinginireland.com/ph_ire/

Gardening for Wildlife

Wrens will live in clippings stacked under a hedge By Albert Nolan

At this time of the year my garden produces a lot of green material from grass cuttings, clippings from all the plants and branches from the trees. But rather than viewing this as waste I see it as a natural resource that can benefit wildlife.

This is not waste material and if managed right can create important habitats for insects, small animals and birds.

Any clippings that are not potted on as a cutting get stacked under the hedges. This creates a feeding habitat for many species of birds. Blackbirds and thrushes will forage through the clippings searching for insects, worms and snails. If there is a good thick layer a robin or wren may nest there, and their scientific name literally means “cave dweller”.

The clippings also creates a valuable habitat for many species of moth’s larva.

Many species of moths have dramatically declined over the last 30 years, but our gardens and community green spaces can help protect and support moths by creating mini habitats.

The larva of moths are a vital part of the diet of many species of birds and a staple food for their growing

chicks. I have often watched blackbirds and thrushes in my garden foraging under hedges for insects, worms and snails.

Another simple and important project is to build a dead hedge. This is an unusual name as it is full of life and far from dead. Stick strong sticks into the ground around 30cm apart to create two parallel lines of sticks. Fill into the gaps with more branches to create and ideal habitat for insects, frogs, small birds and mammals.

Grass is a valuable much and helps create new beds. To keep trees and shrubs feed of weeds I place cardboard around the base and top

with grass clippings. I also use the same strategy went converting another part of my lawn into a new vegetable bed. The grass/cardboard mulch kills off the lawn and also attracts lots of earthworms. Once it has broken down the mulch can be directly planted into and saves a lot of work around weeding and watering.

When the rain comes, I am sowing more salads and this successional sowing every few weeks keeps me supplied with fresh salad throughout the year. The early carrots have also been harvested and they smell and taste delicious. Second early potatoes are

being harvested and despite the late sowing and wet weather look very healthy and their flavour is just as good as previous years. The feathery green tops of the carrots make a delicious pesto and also the tops of radishes. I have left a few of the coriander plants go to flower and the tunnel is full of beneficial insects like ladybirds and hoverflies that help keep the population of greenflies under control.

Comments/Questions to albert.nolan@rocketmail. com or 089 4230502. Albert is also available to give walks/ talks to schools, tidy towns, youth and community groups.

“Summertime Rambles”

Walking down through a large field of barley its hard to stop youself from running your hands over the ripening ears as they sway endlessly in a gentle breeze. A company of Swallows fly low over the ripening heads as they endlessly catch winged insects to feed their strengthening broods. Way down below the river Suir meanders lazily through surrounding pastures. Myself and Toffee are on our way down to see if we can tempt some fat brownies with some artificial offerings. Many years ago I would spend at least a couple of evenings a week on this majestic river but alas no more. I can’t remember the last time I cast a fly over this watery retreat.

Before long we are both sitting on a grassy bank watching as trout begin to feed. Several Cormorants fly past on their way to some roost upstream, their beady eyes catching sight of our

Countryside and wildlife matters with Rupert Butler

presence long before they reach us and they divert accordingly. Together with the ever silent Heron they are masters at pulling trout from the depths. Where Herons rely on stealth and patience to catch their prey Cormorants will dive endlessly in search of some tasty morsels. Neither could be regarded as the fisherman’s friend. Stepping into the river I suddenly realise that my waders are slightly more porous than I would like as water seeps through uncomfortably. It takes me several minutes to get back into some kind of proper rhythm but eventually I manage to cast a fly in a long arc towards the far bank. For half an hour or more I cast relentlessly without success, apart from a couple of small fingerings which are quickly returned.

Just as I’m about to pack up my rod shudders as a larger trout rises from the depths. For several minutes I try

to reel him back towards the bank where Toffee now sits interested. Up to then he had been snoozing but now he decides to jump in to give me a hand. Your can only imagine the melee than ensues as I attempt to control both dog and rod. After controlling both to the best of my ability I reach down to pick my prize from the shallows. At this point he makes one final lunge to escape and manages to break free, much to my dismay. It is nearly dark as we reach the car and jump inside. Toffee has been watching me sheepishly on the return leg for he knows he acted the maggot when least required. It is however hard to be cross with him for long as he rests his head on my shoulder. Meandering my way through some small lanes I tell myself that I must make time to return soon. Trout or no trout there is no more relaxing way to spend an hour or two as the sun disappears below distant horizons.

News from the community

FETHARD: Joe Kenny

Pilgrimage to the Holy Year Cross on Slievenamon

Several people have asked when the pilgrimage to the Holy Year Cross will take place this year, well you can pencil Sunday, August 18, in your diary, weather permitting. This will be another special year for us as it is the 50th anniversary since the erecting and blessing of the present Cross. The project was led by Fr Donal Cunningham, who sadly passed away late last year. The main builder was John Harrington, and while not assisted by a cast of thousands, Fr Donal made sure that anyone with a bit of free time on their hands helped when they could. Fr Donal worked as hard as anyone, he didn’t ask people to do work that he wouldn’t do himself, he carried materials, mixed concrete, climbed

scaffolding, you name it, he did it. We had hoped that he would make it back to Sliabh na mBan one more time, but sadly that was not meant to be. If any of Fr Donal’s relatives are reading this, maybe you would like to join us on a day that will be dedicated to his memory. We will be giving you a few gentle reminders as we get nearer the time.

Died Recently Died Recently

The death has occurred on July 5, 2024, of Daniel Fogarty, Pike Street, Killenaule, peacefully at home. Pre-deceased by his father Edward, mother Bridget and sister Ann Johnson (York, UK). Deeply mourned by his heartbroken wife Teresa (née Tobin, Fethard), daughters Geraldine and Ann Marie, his son Edward, his brother Marcus (Cashel) and sister Mary (New York), sons-in-law Barney O’Mahony and Daniel Mullins, grandchildren Jason, Tara, Laura, Sarah and Lucy and his nine great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many friends in Suir Valley Vintage Car Club. Funeral Mass took place on Tuesday, July 9, at St. Mary’s Church, Killenaule followed by burial in Crosscannon Cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh anam.

Social dancing in Fethard Ballroom

Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday, July 14, to the music of ‘Muriel & Fran’. All are welcome to come along and enjoy us for a terrific night’s social dancing from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Admission is €10, which includes tea and cakes and raffle.

The death has occurred of Hugh Bourke, Bannixtown, Fethard, and formerly of Mill Road, Thurles and Australia. Hugh passed away suddenly at his residence on June 25, 2024. He is pre-deceased by his wife Margaret, sister Liz and brother Michael (Turtulla, Thurles). He will be sadly missed by his son Finnian (Brisbane), daughters Jordana (London), Tierney (Sydney), and Fallon (Sydney), grandchildren Aria, Gigi, Leon, Sophie and Scarlett, brothers Sean (Clerihan), Seamus (Tipperary) and Kevin (New Zealand), sisters Siobhan (USA), Christina (Australia), Bridget (New Zealand) and Marian (Cahir), brother-in-law, sistersin-law, Uncle Sean (Dublin), nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will take place in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Fethard, on Wednesday, July 10, at 11am, followed by private cremation.

Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Tuesday, July 2, 2024, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 10, 14, 20 and 24. We had no Jackpot winner and two Match 3 winners who received €75 each: Christopher Quinn and Aisha Tobin. One lucky dip winner received €100: Deirdre O’Meara. The next draw takes place on Tuesday, July 9, when the jackpot is €30,000.

Parish Church Lotto Draw Results

There was no jackpot winner in this week’s Parish Lotto on Thursday, July 4, 2024. The numbers drawn were 12, 13, 17 and 19. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was Sean Doyle. Next week’s Jackpot for Thursday, July 11, will be €4,000.

United FC

Martin Maher, Chairman of the Ballingarry 1848 committee will lead the 18th annual Famine 1848 Walk in Ballingarry on Saturday, July 27, at 3pm. The Walk starts at the National Flag monument in the village of The Commons and proceeds to Famine Warhouse 1848, the state national heritage site. This year’s Walk will celebrate Ballingarry’s new murals on Famine Rising 1848. All are welcome. Moyglass Utd Football Club held its AGM on Tuesday, June 25, in Moyglass Hall. Everyone in attendance were very pleased with our team’s performance, both at junior and schoolboy levels. We very much must thank all our faithful volunteers, from the cleaning of jerseys to the maintenance of our pitch, to the management of our various teams, and especially to Dalton’s Pharmacy, Fethard, for their grateful sponsorship during the season. – Committee Moyglass Utd. F.C.

18th Annual Famine 1848 Walk in Ballingarry

Moyglass

L to R: Eileen Maher, Mairead McCormack and Mary O’Connell at the Fethard Cuan Aoise, Independent Community Living, stand

CLOGHEEN:

PJ English

Seamus O’Brien RIP.

The death occurred last Sunday morning of Seamus O Brien Gorteeshal Ballyporeen after a short illness. We extend our deepest sympathies to his beloved wife Mary nee Carey Ballyporeen Post Office, his sons Michael and Tom, sister Mary, brothers Anthony, John and Liam, aunt Sr Bridie O Brien, mother in law Margaret Carey and all his extended family and friends. Funeral mass will take place on Wednesday at 11 am followed by burial in St Marys cemetery Ballyporeen. May Seamus kind and gentle soul rest in peace. St Marys National School Clogheen.

As the school year comes to a close for 2024, we would like to wish Mrs Keating Cooldevane Clogheen every gods blessing with health and happinness as she retires from St Marys NS after 36 years of dedicated service to the children of Clogheen.

Congratulations

A big congratulations to Daire English Burncourt and all his Fr Sheehys team mates on winning

GOLDEN:

Dancing

Another great night of dancing to Michael English and Dj Richie in our GAA complex last weekend.

Great crowd attended with very positive feedback

Keep an eye out on our Golden Country Music FB page for a big announcement this weekend.

Lotto

Our GAA club lotto jackpot now stands at €13,100. Tickets just €2 Available locally and online at www.locallotto.ie

Draw every Tuesday night in our GAA complex.

Bingo

Our GAA club bingo continues every Thursday night at 8pm in Golden Kilfeacle GAA complex

BALLYMACARBRY:

Construction Begins!

We are thrilled to announce that the building works on Panda Playground are starting this week! Our playground provider Kompan will begin preparing the site before the playground equipment is erected, and we’ll soon see Panda Playground taking shape. We have received great support in raising funds so far. Thanks you to everyone who has supported us and donated. However, we are not yet at our target of €170,000. If you are in a position to donate, you can still do so. Please contact the Community Centre at 086 032 8467 for donation details.

Golf Classic Fundraiser

Our Tee times are booking up fast so contact us now to avoid disappointment. This epic golfing event will take place on Friday, July 19th in Clonmel Golf Club. Entry fee per team of four is €200 with every euro collected going directly to Panda Playground. Your entry fee

the minor all Ireland hurling championship in Kilkenney last Saturday. Well done to all involved in this wonderful achievement.

Congratulations to the one and only Mick Norris Carrigmore Clogheen who celebrated his 80th birthday last Friday night in Cahir House Hotel joined by family, friends. A great night was had by all. We wish Mick many more years of health and happiness. Pictured here with his family.

Fr Sheehy’s

Saturday June 29 in UPMC Nolan Park Kilkenny will live long in the memory as the Tipperary minor team put in a performance for the ages to emerge victorious after 2 red cards. Fr Sheehy’s GAA and the community of Burncourt & Clogheen were very proud to have Daire English represent our club on the team. Daire contributed massively to the win with crucial saves and accurate puck outs. Daire joins his brother Cathal(2022) , his cousin Colin(2016) Ackie Browne(1980) and Billy Moroney(1955) on the

Over €2,500 in prize money given out each night. Shop open,

Dance lessons

Don’t forget folks Jive, Waltz, Line dance Classes for 3 weeks in Golden Kilfeacle GAA complex main hall.

Starting Friday 12th July from 8pm to 9.30pm. If interested please text your name to 087 3536502 to book into class.

A great way to learn to dance in a friendly environment.

Kayaking

It’s summer so it’s also Kayaking time. For anyone interested in taking Kayaking trips with Golden Kayaking please contact Michael Lonergan on 087 1627000

includes a two-course meal and a goody bag for each participant. We have secured some amazing prizes for this upcoming golf classic. Teams will battle it out for our three top team prizes of a four ball in Trump International Doonbeg, a four ball in Dundrum Golf Club or a four ball in Faithleg Golf Club. The top ladies team will win a four ball in Waterford Castle Golf Club. We will have a ‘longest drive’ for both men and women with four balls in Dungarvan and West Waterford Golf Clubs up for grabs. Finally our ‘nearest the pin’ competition will see the winner collect 12 golf balls. On top of these prizes we’ll be holding a raffle with many more great prizes. To register your four person team and lock in your preferred tee off time contact Sean on 087 7712159. Comeragh & Knockmealdown Challenge Cycle

It is all systems go for the Comeragh and Knockmealdown leisure cycle challenge is coming to Ballymacarbry on Sunday July

Fr. Sheehy’s All Ireland minor hurling roll of honour with Sean Flynn in football (2011). It is a great reward for all the hours of training and practice that Daire has put in over the years.

Hall Alarms South Tipperary

u19B Football

Knockmealdown Gaels 3-16(25)

Clonmel Óg: 2-11(17)

U15 B hurling

Knockmealdown Gaels 5-25

St Pats 1-5

Fixtures

Wednesday July 10

U19B football

Knockmealdown Gaels v Ballyporeen

In Cahir at 7.45PM

Friday July 12

U13B hurling

Fr Sheehy’s v Killenaule

In Killenaule at 7PM

Monday July 15

Minor B hurling

Knockmealdown Gaels v Ballybacon Grange

In Goatenbridge at 8PM

Lotto numbers drawn last week

1,16,19,25.

There was no jackpot winner and no match 3.

14th. There are still a limited number of places available so book your spot before it is too late! This Playground Fundraiser promises to be a great event. The event is part of Cycling Munster Leisure Series and will consist of 2 routes: 50km and 110km. Open to all cycling enthusiasts and leisure cyclists, you can register for the event through the link on our social media pages. Please contact us the Community Centre on 086 032 8467 if you would like to be involved in this event in any way – all help will be appreciated! Bricks 4 Kidz Summer camp returns

We are delighted to announce the return of the hugely popular ‘Bricks 4 Kidz’ camp to the community centre this summer. The camp will will take place from July 15th to 19th from 10am to 1.30pm daily. Booking is now possible via the Bricks 4 Kidz website and through the link shared on the community centre social media channels. Book early to avoid

disappointment!

Next Bingo Event

Our next Ballymac Bingo event will take place on Friday August 2nd so mark the date in your calendar and make sure you don’t miss it!

Nire Valley Drop 2024

Our friends from the the Nire Valley Drop committee have something truly special organised for this year’s Summer event. Taking place on Saturday July 13th the ‘Summer Drop’ gives all cycling enthusiasts two options to explore the beauty of the Comeraghs. On the day participants have the option to take on the new gravel grinder route or take the more adventurous mountain bike drops which has been part of the Nire Valley Drop for over 10 years. Both routes are approximately 40 -45kms with shorts cuts should you need them . So with the dust beginning to rise on the trails get booking now – link available on the Nire Valley Drop social media.

The Nire Valley Drop Committee in association with the Comeragh Wild festival are delighted to announce “Fentons Rebel Roots and Bluegrass Bash” in the heart of the Nire Valley. Whether you have been biking during the day or not, this event is open to all! This truly will provide something a little different to attendees with plenty of fun & food in beautiful forest surrounds.

Taking place on Saturday July 13th from 4pm to 10.30pm this event will play host to a riverside open-air concert with music from Mad Mike, Jack Colbert, Rising Tide and The Cedartowns. Tickets can be purchased using the link on the Nire Valley Drop social media pages or by contacting committee members, Brendan Reilly (087 8345523) or Declan Spelman (0877637616).

A free shuttle bus will run from Ballymacarbry Community Centre to the event from 3.30pm - 11.30pm. Parking will also

available at the event site. This is an event not to be missed! Funds raised go towards the redevelopment of the Mill Field GAA ground, so a fantastic cause to support.

Sliabh gCua Playground Opening

Well done to all involved in the Sliabh gCua playground development for a fantastic official opening event last weekend. A wonderful facility has been delivered for all in the area to enjoy for years to come. 2024 Cul Camp in Ballymacarbry

Parents are reminded that the Kelloggs GAA Cul Camp comes to Ballymacarbry on Monday July 29th and continues until Friday August 2nd. This is always a great week of fun and play for local children. Remaining places are limited so parents are urged to book your childs place as soon as possible. The camps are open to children aged from 6 to 13 years. Places must be booked online via the Kelloggs Cul Camp website.

Marcella Collins

Eamon Wall

5 lucky dips won €30 eachPhillip Walsh Online, Shane Fox Online,

Sharon Tyrrell Clogheen, Matty Maher Clogheen, John Halley Clogheen.

Next weeks jackpot will be €9000 in Ryan’s Burncourt. Thanks for your continued support

Our club GAA chairman Brian Leamy and club secretary John Currivan predenting Michael FitzGerald with a beautifully inscribed crystal vase.

Panda Playground –

Open Air Concert in the Nire Valley

THE VIEW:

An ALl-Ireland final to relish with the champions dethroned; it's divisional final time in Tipperary.

By Noel Dundon

Another all-Munster All-Ireland senior hurling final is on the horizon, but not the combination we might have expected With all due respect to our Limerick neighbours the final will probably be enhanced by the presence of our other neighbours Cork and Clare, rather that the five-in-a-row seeking Treaty County side which has given so much to the game over the last seven years or so

Even this far out, you would probably be making John Kiely’s men the favourites to win the All-Ireland again in 2025, but one thing is definite, they won’t be winning the 2024 final and the history seeking quest is over What a game of hurling Cork and Limerick served up in Croke Park on Sunday Following on from the All-Ireland minor hurling final a week previously, we really have been spoiled with top class, exciting fare and the senior semi-final was no exception Granted the Clare vs Kilkenny final was less spectacular, but twenty four hours later, the second exhilarating championship clash of Cork and Limerick really delivered in spades

So both Clare and Cork can now win the All-Ireland senior hurling final having already lost two championship games - is that an acceptable scenario for the game of hurling? I’m not sure if it does any good for the championship but on the other hand you have to hand it to the management teams to be able to lift their men and still navigate their way to the ultimate day Cork lost their first two championship games remember and really looked to be in big trouble - Pat Ryan was under enormous pressure - where are all those who were calling for his head now?

And what about Clare? Lost twice to Limerick including that rather disappointing Munster Final clash in FBD Semple Stadium But, Brian Lohan has found the key to the championship door and now they remain just one game away from winning the Liam MacCarthy Cup

The defeat of Limerick has really opened up the final and will certainly generate a lot of excitement in the hurling world Patrick Horgan might finally get his hands on an All-Ireland medal - Tony Kelly and John Conlon could have something to say about that Whatever way the result goes great iconic hurlers of this generation will be left disappointed, while others will be elated

That’s the nature of sport at the highest level - it can be so rewarding, but also so cruel Divisional Championships

We are at divisional final time in Tipperary in the hurling championship race with most of the deciders on next weekend There have been some really big results with Carrick Swans defeating Mullinahone and Killenaule seeing off St Mary’s in the south division to set up a mouth watering final

Then in mid Tipperary we have a resurgent Moycarkey Borris facing off against the highly fancied Loughmore Castleiney side which rallied late in the semi-final to defeat DromInch Incredibly, Moycarkey Borris - a sleeping giant of Tipperary hurling - are seeking a first divisional senior title since 1982 - their last appearance was 2002 when they lost to this year’s opponents Loughmore Castleiney A bumper attendance is expected in Templetuohy on Sunday afternoon for this one

In the north final Toomevara are back there again thanks to their stirring two point victory over Nenagh Éire Óg with Darragh McCarthy getting 0-11 of their total - what a brilliant hurler he is developing into and it should be noted that he hit 0-5 of Toomevara’s 1-16 from play

The Greyhounds will face county champions Kiladangan in the final after they overcame Templederry at Dolla on Sunday evening - Billy Seymour’s second half goal really putting the game beyond the Templederry lads

So, another interesting battle will ensue in the north final - let s just hope that the Boards bang a few heads together and ensure that supporters have some chance of getting to a few of the finals Check out fixtures on the County Board website for full details

Do try to get to the games if you can - the more people who attend these games the better the atmosphere will be See you there More from THE VIEW anon Don‘t miss it

On Monday the 1st of July the Tipperary Poc Fada competition took place in the Tipperary Racecourse. The winners on the night were Siobhan Ryan (Holycross Ballycahill) and Rosin Ferncombe (Clonoulty Rossmore). Both players bet off some stiff competition to be crowned winners and progress to the Munster Final. The Munster final took place 2 days later in Thurles Racecourse and once again a hugely competitive competition took place. There was joy for Tipperary and Clonoulty Rossmore as the results came in with Roisin Ferncombe winning the Munster U16 title. Congratulations to both Roisin and Siobhan on your achievements. A special word of thanks to Perry Power, Track & Facilities Manager at Tipperary races for allowing us again to run our county competition at this top class venue. We look forward to being back again in 2025.

The winner of the hamper in the Old Bridge draw was William Buckley and runner-up prize went to Conor Foley.

GREYHOUNDS

Clonmel Greyhound Stadium with Pat Morrissey

Phill Holland Final to be a classic

On a very wet cold July evening at Clonmel Track which would seem more like an October night both Semi-Finals of The Phil Holland Memorial A2 Stake were the feature on the nights card. After her eye-catching run last week

David and Michael Power’s Honey Bunny was made work hard to maintain her winning run and book her place in next weeks final. Depending on the trap draw he will be a lot of people’s fancy to lift the trophy but will need to be at her best with some very formidable opposition to contend with. The opening semi-final saw Leaders Blaze another winner last week show strength down the far side but was passed by Ken Busteed’s Vivaro Dubh, a very formidable greyhound, who took the second semi-final in a very smart 28.64 . Next weeks final has everything with the trap draw to be made on Tuesday morning having a big say in the outcome. Plenty of early pace, some with a fine turn of foot from halfway and more with a tremendous finishing kick it has the makings for a very

interesting final to what has been a very competitive A2 Stake overall. David Hickey just back from Sandown where he was groom to City Of Troy had his own winner in the final race with Hello Oppy making it a trap to line win in 29.07. Two dogs knocking on the door in recent runs came good on the night with James Wade and Michael Ryan’s Tullovin Dutchess a very comfortable winner in the A5 in 29.06 while Tom O Neill and Michale Ryan’s Blueway Storm in the hands of Davie Whelan showed excellent railing at the opening turn to win in 28.92. Local owner Mary O Connor had a comprehensive winner in the opening sprint race when Minor Part dominated from the opening bend to win in 16.63 and Craig Conran from Cashel set out his lightly raced Maizys Cookie to land the opening race of the night in 29.72. J.J. Dunne from Ballingarry has a trap to line show from Emers Jill in 29.73 and Tadgh Morrissey saw his youngster Chasing Super make it a trap to line showing in 29.01

but the gamble of the night came in the fifth when Derek Kehoe’s Slaneyside Josh opened at 5/2 sent off the 4/6 favourite and obliged with a comprehensive win in 29.09 to very satisfied supporters. Cork’s run of good fortune continued on Sunday evening at Clonmel when Denis McCarthy’s Springwood Fred produced a career best performance when winning in 28.68 which was the fastest time on the night by a long way. David O Neill from Cahir was very pleaded with his night at Clonmel on Sunday when Chamberlain Pat and Chamberlain Lily completed a double on the night for the owner. Fred had a narrow in to the opener wit Lily just getting up by a neck in the third. Clonmel owner and trained Declan Drohan had Wilderness Dream back on the winner’s podium after she showed real guile to win in 29.33 as J.P. Shaw was all smiles as Brennanonthemoor was as sprint winner for the third consecutive time when taking the only sprint on Sunday

night. One of the tracks strongest supporters Roger White had Mahogany Sydney back to winning ways with a 29.15 run as Erick O Sullivan’s Ericks Opal made it a tarp to line win in 29.03. Larry Harding rounded off the night with a winning run

from Bay City Willow who has been absent from the winner’s podium for a while. Apart from the blistering performance from Springwood Fred Martin Deegan’s Radioactiveboy made it five on the trot with another fantastic run in the seventh

holding their

next

David Hickey with the Gilespie’s and Lolly Lady

race of the night. This is a real crowd favourite at Clonmel a Seabiscuit of the Suir Side track. Another very enjoyable weekend at Clonmel with Wilderness FC

benefit night at the track

weekend which should be a fantastic night at the dogs.

Race 7 winner radioactive boy and noel (ludi) murphy

Ken Busteed with semi final winner Vivaro Dubh Michael and David Power with semi final winner Honey Bunny

Race 10

winner Ericks opal and handler Eric o Sullivan

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CLONMEL GOLF CLUB

CLUB PROFESSIONAL

We would like to thank Dylan Burke for his commitment to Clonmel Golf Club over the last two years. We wish him all the very best in his new venture in Dubai.

We are delighted to welcome back Jack Ahearne to Clonmel Golf Club as Club Professional. Jack was Assistant Pro to David Barry when he was Club Professional here back in 2021/22. Jack can be contacted at 052-6124050 ext. 2 and email jackahearne1golf@gmail.com

We wish Jack every success back here at Clonmel Golf Club.

THANKS JEDDY

Our sincere thanks to Jeddy Walsh who has retired from his position as Sports Editor of the Nationalist. Jeddy looked after the golfing notes for all the local clubs for a great number of years and we would like to recognise his work and dedication to the sports section. We wish him all the very best in his retirement.

MENS NOTES:

Results - CV Financial Singles

Stableford

There was a large turnout in the CV Financial Singles Stableford which ran over two days this

the week in sport

weekend. The winner with a commendable 41 points was Seamus Morrissey who ended the weekend with a 2-point cushion over Donald Binchy. Thanks once again to our sponsor CV Financial.

CV Financial Singles Stableford Full Results

1st Seamus Morrissey 41pts

2nd Donald Binchy 39pts

Gross Billy Hewitt 32pts 3rd John Hoctor 38pts

Nearest the Pin Saturday - Paul Wynne (3rd hole)

Nearest the Pin Sunday - Noel Wall (14th hole) Men’s Fixtures

Next weekend we have the Trustees Prize (Stableford) which is open to both Ladies & Gents (POY). Entry fee €7 members. The competition will be open on both Saturday & Sunday (no re-entry).

The Bulmer’s Open Singles series continues on Tuesday, Friday & Sunday. Singles Stableford from the White Tees. Members €7, Visitors €20.

The Hub 9-hole singles stableford is running every day (after 2pm on a Saturday). Green Tees Men / Red Tees Ladies. Entry Fee is €3. Enter as often as you like!

SLIEVENAMON GOLF CLUB

As we continue to celebrate our Silver Jubilee Year here at Slievenamon Golf Club, the Silver Jubilee Open Competition is now in full flow. We were delighted to discover that our own Geraldine Bartley (21) had won week two of the heats, on 39 points. Well done, Geraldinelet’s hear it for the girls! In the Gents Weekend Singles Competition, meanwhile, Colly Condon (8) topped the board on 42 points, with John O’Brien (15) taking 2nd spot on 41 points and Tom Dowling (19) securing 3rd place. Michael O’Donnell (6) took Best Gross on 31 points. Our thanks to Xtreme CSC Mega Gym, Clonmel, for sponsoring the competition. Monday’s Mixed Scramble Competition on 1 July was accompanied by the usual high spirits and good humour that is a feature of the competition. Winners on the night were Craig Spillane, William Loughnane and Brad O’Mahony with a nett score of 33.56. 2nd place went to Herbie Buck, Adrian Furlong and Gabrielle Schofield on 35.43, while Ciaran Bolton, Josephine Murphy and Vera Power came 3rd on 35.54.

Our Ladies played a 9 Hole Stableford for the Sunday/Tuesday Competition, which was won by Mary Britton on 21 points. Marie Holohan came 2nd on 20 points, with Noreen Ryan in 3rd on 19 points.

Wednesday it was the Seniors turn to get ready to rumble, as they made the most of the dry weather to get in some competitive golf before repairing to the Clubhouse for Paula’s lunch and nurturing. Top dogs on this occasion were John Doyle, Dan

A full update is posted on the men’s notice board including the list of weekly winners.

Remember that you need to play at least 6 times to be eligible to qualify for the Grand Final in September.

Course Etiquette

Just a few friendly reminders to replace divots, repair pitch marks on greens and rake bunkers. If we all do our bit, then the experience will be all the better for our fellow golfers. Remember also to be aware of your pace of play. Keep up with the group in front and stay ahead of the group behind you. It should not take more than 1hr 50 mins to play 9 holes.

Junior Golf

The Summer Junior Golf Programme continues on Mondays at 9.30am. All Junior members are welcome to attend.

Seniors Next Event: Thursday 11th July with draws from 10.00 am to 11.30am. All seniors most welcome.

CLUB LOTTO – Kindly sponsored by Europlan Group Draw took place on Saturday 6th July 2024 with a Jackpot of €2,300.

Numbers drawn: 04-14-17-18

No Jackpot Winner. No match three winners.

Jackpot €2,400 on Saturday 6th July.

Tickets at €2 each and three for €5. Also available to purchase online, QR codes, Facebook. Vouchers available for all kinds of gifts and presents. Quick Pick Lotto available.

Ladies Notes

The Red Tees Scramble

This Tuesday evening scramble is proving to be a success with all the ladies who continue to play. It continues each Tuesday evening put your name down on the what’s app and join in the fun.

New Members

Clonmel Golf Club warmly welcomes new lady members. We are offering tailored golf lessons on Monday evenings throughout July, along with special membership offers for new and returning golfers. For more information on events, competitions, or membership offers, please contact Jack Ahearne, Club Professional on (083) 3448740.

Results

18 Hole singles stableford

(Wednesday 3rd July)

Category 1

Marian Hanrahan (22) 37pts

Category 2

Gwen Walshe (28) 36pts c/b

Category 3

Eleanor Devaney (32) 27pts

Well done!

The Challenge Trophy

The Ladies team of Marion O’Neill, Fionn uala McGeever, Aisling Gilroy, Catherine Ryan, and Anita Hegarty represented Clonmel in the Challenge Trophy on Tuesday, July 2nd. It wasn’t the team’s day, but they put in an excellent effort.

Upcoming Competitions

Eileen Murphy Perpetual Trophy

Qualifier

Saturday July 6th and Wednesday July 10th. Greensomes Stableford – teams of two.

Our Mary McKenna Team are playing Charleville on Monday July 8th in Clonmel, best of luck ladies.

Summer Saturday Singles

Running until Saturday, August 24th, this 9-hole competition (holes 1-9) allows participants to play as many Saturdays as they wish, with one card to count.

The Hub 9 Hole Competition

The Hub 9-Hole Summer Series is open to all club members and available daily from Monday to Friday, Sunday, and after 2 p.m. on Saturdays (excluding during POY events).

Donoughmore Cup

This is up and running with matches still to be played. Match play Mondays Ladies, please arrange your match or put your name down to play on Monday mornings on BRS.

NEW MEMBERS 2024/25

Membership year 1st April - 31st March. If you are looking to join the club, please contact the office for details of rates.

Special offer on New Members –join now and your membership is covered up to 31st March 2025. €450 + €50 comp levy + Golf Ireland fees. This offer is open to new members and past members who have not renewed their membership within the last 5 years. Terms and conditions apply. Juniors from €100 and Distance €200 so for full details please contact Aine at the office on 052-6124050 or download an application form from our website www.clonmelgolfclub. com.

Hayes and “sub score” of Davy Williams on 99 points. In 2nd place on 96 points were Billy Phelan, Sean Aylward and Terry O’Brien. 3rd spot on 92 points went to Ernie Makim, Don O’Connell and Nigel O’Donnell.

Thursday our Ladies took to the Course again for a 12 Hole Stableford Competition which was won by Carmel Williams on 26 points, wit Breda O’Dwyer in 2nd on 25 points and Ann Maher in 3rd on 25 points.

The Ladies are now looking forward to their Open Competition to be held on Tuesday 9 July, which is being played in aid of the Clonmel Community Soup Kitchen and Free Food Bank. Fingers crossed for a fine day and a good turnout for what is a really worthy cause.

Our Junior Coaching on Saturdays continues to attract a steady group of enthusiastic and exceptionally talented young sports men and women. This week’s session was lead by Paudi Lahart, Brian Moore and Joe Hawkins, and it is hard to know at some stage whether it is the Coaches or the Juniors who are enjoying themselves more. This weekend we were fortunate that the rain stayed off for most of the session, although hail, rain or snow, our Juniors have turned out diligently. Of course it is not all competitive golf at Slievenamon Golf Club. There has been plenty of fun and games out at our Mini Golf and Adventure Centre this week, providing a welcome outlet for parents and children alike as the weather is at last showing the promise of ac-

knowledging some summer is owed. Amongst the families familiarising themselves with golfing on a more gentle basis this week were Orla Healy with children Saoirse and Killian, as well as Aisling Smith with her daughters Laura and Ciara, and VIP guest Caoimhe Louise Doyle Kennedy from Dublin. Aisling proved herself a complete trouper by accepting the challenge to take a spin on the go carts afterwards - better than any gym workout for building stamina and muscles!

CAHIR GOLF CLUB

A Memorable Weekend For Cahir

Park

Our Pierce Purcell team set out for Dundrum on Saturday morning for the East Munster semi-final against Tramore in Dundrum with a 12:30 pm tee-off. The weather was a mixed bag, ranging from shining sun to downpours. The course was in great shape, and the management team of Tom Hickey and John Morrissey had the team well-prepped. The lads secured and excelled win.

Our Saturday pairings were:

- Team 1: Seamus Moran & Conal

O’Reilly - Team 2: Tomas Walsh & Declan Lonergan - Team 3: Willie Morrissey & John Mitchell - Team 4: Donal Mullane & John McGrath

Reserves: - Barry Moloney & Kevin McGuire

It was time to rest and regroup with a quick turnaround for the team. Mallow awaited the lads in the final after overcoming Kinsale in their semi-final.

Cahir took to the tee at 11:30 am on Sunday with a slightly revised team.

Our Sunday pairings were:

- Team 1: John Molloy & John Cashman - Team 2: Barry Moloney & Kevin McGuire - Team 3: Willie Morrissey & John Mitchell

- Team 4: Donal Mullane & John McGrath. Reserves: - Seamus Moran & Conal O’Reilly

The weather was much the same as Saturday. Cahir came bursting out of the traps and got on top quickly. This proved to be key as they went on to win 3.5 to 0.5, crowning them East Munster Champions.

Congratulations to Tom, John, and the team. Thanks to all the supporters who turned out both days.

Good wishes are extended to the Men’s Junior Cup Team who play in Cork G.C next weekend and to the Jimmy Bruen Team who are also out representing Cahir Park.

The Men’s Teams are the pride of Cahir Park this year.

John and Breda Ryan Memorial Weekend:

Stroke Competition Results:

Mens’; 1st, Shane Murphy (12) 68 Nett, 2nd, John Hughes (14) 68 Nett, 3rd, Martin Cullen (13) 68 Nett

Ladies; Stableford Competition: Winner, Marie Keating 34pts, 2nd

Anne Walsh 33pts, Margaret Gill

32pts

Ladies Results

9 Hole Singles Stapleford

Monday 1st July, Winner Phil Kehoe 12pts

Thursday 4th July, Winner Jo Doyle

17pts 18 Holes Stroke

Thursday 4th July

Winner: Margaret Tobin (43) 74

Nett

2nd: Kathleen Alton (18) 76 Nett

3rd: Phil O’Connor (36) 77 Nett

Friday-Sunday, 5th - 7th July, Aggregate Results:

Winner: Carrie Healy (27) 73 Nett

2nd: Julie Connolly (13) 75 Nett

Congratulations to all the competition winners and runners-up.

Munster Womens Challenge Trophy

Cahir Park Ladies team and Caddies participated in the inaugural 9 Hole Challenge Trophy played at Tramore G.C. on 2nd July. Ten teams from Munster East participated in the competition with the top three scoring teams qualifying for a regional final. The successful teams were Tramore, Williamstown and Mitchelstown. A very enjoyable day was experienced by everyone. Team: Claire Neligan, Anne Walsh, Marie Devitt, Breda Kavanagh, Margaret Tobin, Joan Kelly. Ladies South Tipperary Hospice Open Day Thursday 11th July, 3-Ball Scramble, Very kindly sponsored by Cahir Carpets and Ned Grant Builders Day starts with Coffee Morning in Clubhouse 10am to 12 Noon. Raffle Prizes include Signed Munster 2024 Rugby Jersey.

Wonderful day to enjoy good golf and hospitality and support South Tipperary Hospice.

Booking via ProShop 052 7441474 or BRS www.cahirgolfclub.com

Killian, Saoirse and Orla Holy ready to attack the Slievenamon Mountain Hole

Locals Aisling Smith with her daughters Laura and Ciara, with VIP guest Caoimhe Louise Doyle Kennedy from Dublin.

CRÈCHE MANAGER REQUIRED

• A manager is required for Clonmel Childcare. The Manager will be responsible for the dayto-day operation of the Crèche. The successful candidate must have excellent communication, motivational and organisational skills and a good working knowledge of the running of a crèche. They will report to the Owners of Clonmel Childcare Limited.

• Permanent position, between 28-40 hours per week, to be agreed and confirmed.

• Competitive Salary, in excess of minimum ERO rates.

• Working closely with existing part-time Manager, Management team and Staff.

• Support for further education and continuous professional development.

• Minimum 4 years’ experience and QQI Level 7 or equivalent in Childcare

• Please forward CV and cover letter to clonmel@ bestcreche.ie

OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

WE DO INSURANCE WORK (FULLY INSURED)

ALL NEW ROOFS, REPAIRS & EXTENSIONS CATERED FOR NEW GUTTERS SUPPLIED & FITTED NEW FASCIA & SOFFITS LEAD VALLEYS REPAIRED

SPECIALISTS IN ALL LEAD VALLEYS

SPECIALISTS IN CHIMNEY FLASHINGS

BIRD STOPS SUPPLIED AND FITTED

COVERING ALL LIMERICK CITY AND COUNTY EAST AND SOUTH CLARE AND TIPPERARY ESSENTIAL SERVICE BUSINESS

DOES A SLATE ROOF NEED VENTILATION? PROVIDING ADEQUATE VENTILATION IS ALWAYS ESSENTIAL FOR TIGHT FITTING ROOF COVERINGS.

WHY HAVE ROOF VENTS FOR TILE ROOFS? WHETHER A TILED ROOF IS SARKED OR NOT, YOU WILL NEED AN EFFECTIVE ROOF VENTILATION SYSTEM

ARE DRY VERGES A GOOD IDEA? DRY VERGE ROOFING MAKES USE OF INTERLOCKING CAPS THAT FIT OVER THE EDGE OF YOUR ROOF TILES AND OFFERS AN EFFECTIVE MORE DURABLE ALTERNATIVE TO WET VERGES