Tipp Echo July 24

By Jamie O’Flaherty

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Clonmel Summer Fest 2024: A Vibrant Celebration of Culture and Community

The Summer Fest was packed with fun-filled activities for attendees of all ages.

The Tipp Indian Community of Clonmel hosted an unforgettable Clonmel Summer Fest on Saturday, July 20, at Ferryhouse.

BY CLONMEL STORIES

This year’s event was bigger and better than ever, brimming with a wide array of activities, from soccer and tug of war to traditional dancing and music. The Indian community’s hospitality made everyone feel exceptionally welcome, turning the festival into a day of joyous celebration and cultural exchange.

The Summer Fest was packed with fun-filled activities for attendees of all ages. One of the highlights was the All-Ireland Tug of War competition, drawing strong teams from across the country. The festival also showcased captivating cinematic

and folk dance competitions, providing a vibrant display of talent and artistry.

Children were particularly thrilled with the carnival attractions, including bouncing castles, a mobile zoo, a magic show, and face painting. For adults, the vintage car and bike show was a nostalgic treat, featuring an impressive collection of classic vehicles. The event’s diverse entertainment offerings ensured that there was something for everyone to enjoy.

Live music and cultural performances created an electric atmosphere throughout the day. Various bands, predominantly featuring Indian cultural music, kept the crowd entertained and added to the festive spirit. The

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rich sounds and rhythms were a testament to the talent within the community and a celebration of cultural diversity.

One of the major draws of the festival was the tantalising array of Indian food stalls. The festival-goers were treated to a culinary journey with the Indian Food Festival, offering a wide variety of traditional dishes. The delightful aroma of Indian cooking permeated the air, making the food stalls a popular spot for attendees to explore and enjoy.

The Clonmel Summer Fest 2024 was a significant milestone for the Tipp Indian Community, showcasing their dedication to fostering cultural harmony and enriching the local cultural landscape. The event attracted

over 3,000 visitors from all over Ireland, underscoring its growing popularity and positive impact on the local economy.

The Indian community was deeply moved by the enthusiastic participation of local Irish residents. This year’s event truly brought the carnival experience back to Clonmel, with a mix of outdoor and indoor programs offering ample opportunities for showcasing talents and celebrating cultural diversity.

The prime sporting event, the Tug-of-War, was a crowd favourite, offering exciting prizes and spirited competition.

In addition to the thrilling sports and cultural displays, the festival featured numerous children’s rides, bouncy castles, magic shows, vintage car shows,

and live music performances, ensuring a day full of enjoyment for all attendees. The event was made even more special by the fact that entry was free, thanks to the generous financial support of proud sponsors.

The Clonmel Summer Fest 2024 was a resounding success, bringing together people from various backgrounds to celebrate cultural diversity, forge community bonds, and create lasting memories. The event was a credit to the Indian Community, showcasing their organisational prowess and commitment to creating a fantastic festival experience.

Looking ahead, there is already excitement for next year’s event. It would be fantastic to see a local Clonmel team participate in the

tug-of-war competition, adding even more local flavour to the Indian festival.

The anticipation for the next

Summer Fest is palpable, with the promise of more fun, excitement, and cultural celebration.

The Tipp Indian Community has once again proven their dedication to fostering community spirit and cultural enrichment, leaving attendees eagerly awaiting next year’s festivities. Clonmel Summer Fest has become a cherished event, symbolising the vibrant cultural tapestry that defines the community.

Slievenamon: A Summit of History and Heritage

Doheny’s vision, alongside Meagher’s leadership, helped bring the tricolour flag to prominence.

On a sunny day in 1848, a monumental gathering took place atop the majestic Slievenamon in County Tipperary.

BY TOM HENNESSY

Thousands convened, driven by the anguish of five consecutive years of famine that had decimated their communities and spurred a fervent cry for justice. That historic day, the rolling July fields waved with golden corn, a stark contrast to the grim reality of their plight. The produce, meant to pay rent to absentee landlords, was largely exported along with livestock, leaving the locals in dire straits.

Meagher, riding a white horse and led by the band from Cashel, symbolised a beacon of hope. He introduced a new tricolour flag, a symbol of truce or peace between Orange and Green, and pleaded for political transformation.

His impassioned speech on the summit echoed the frustrations and aspirations of his people.

The crowd of over 50,000 listened intently, driven by a shared desire to reclaim their rights and preserve their dignity.

Among the key speakers was Michael Doheny, a name not widely known today but crucial to the Young Ireland movement of the 1840s. Born in 1805 in Brookmill, near Fethard, Co. Tipperary, Doheny had a humble beginning, working on his father’s farm and receiving informal education from a “poor scholar.”

Despite limited formal schooling, Doheny’s intellectual curiosity and diligence led him to become a tutor and eventually complete his legal training in London. Settling in Cashel, he built a successful

practice and became an influential member of the Repeal Association. Doheny’s strong beliefs often put him at odds with leaders like Daniel O’Connell, as he pushed for more aggressive demands for Irish self-governance and staunchly opposed any alliances with English political parties.

Doheny’s vision, alongside Meagher’s leadership, helped bring the tricolour flag to prominence. Initially introduced during the darkest days of the famine in 1848, the flag symbolised a united Ireland. Although the leaders of the movement were captured and sentenced to death, many, including Meagher and Doheny, found refuge in the United States, where they continued their fight for justice. The tricolour, though initially suppressed, re-emerged as a powerful symbol of peace, notably draped over the coffin of O’Donovan Rossa in 1915. Fast forward to the present, the spirit of that historic gathering is commemorated annually. Sunday last, the third annual walk tracing the footsteps of these great men took place. Organised by the 1848 Commemoration Committee, the event began in Kilcash village at noon. Led by committee

Dr. Tomás McGrath and the Tipperary Rose, Tara Brady, a sizable crowd of 70 to 80 people embarked on the ascent of Slievenamon, also known as the “Mountain of the Women.”

Carrying the symbolic tricolour, the participants reached the

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summit, where they placed the flag beside what is known today as Meagher’s Rock. Dr. McGrath delivered an enlightening oration, recounting the history and significance of the 1848 monster meeting. Figures like Charles J. Kickham, Michael Doheny,

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and Thomas Francis Meagher were highlighted for their contributions to the cause.

said that Meagher’s ascent on a white horse, adorned with the tricolour sash, marked the first public display of the flag.

the speech, the crowd

gathered for a heartfelt rendition of the song “Slievenamon,” led by Traolach Ó Ríordáin a man from Cork, who now lives in Montana and is director of Irish studies. As they descended back to Kilcash village, the anticipation built for the All-Ireland final. The village, alive with music courtesy of Sharon Ahearne and other musicians, welcomed the walkers back. Michael and Mary Jo Kehoe hosted the event at Kehoe’s Bar, providing refreshments and a lively atmosphere to watch Clare triumph over Cork in the AllIreland final.

The evening continued with music and ballads, celebrating not only the day’s achievements but also the enduring spirit of Irish resilience and unity. Walkers and

committee members alike praised the event as a fantastic way to honor their heritage and enjoy a meaningful day out.

The annual Slievenamon climb stands as a testament to the rich history and enduring legacy of the Young Ireland movement. It’s an event that continues to inspire and remind us of the power of unity and the relentless pursuit of justice. For those who have yet to experience this remarkable day, it’s undoubtedly one to add to the bucket list.The last word goes to our Tipperary Rose Tara Brady who described her day as an honour and a pleasure to attend the annual Slievenamon day climb, and the memories i will cherish for ever. Report by Clonmel Stories.

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Larkspur Park Gathering event a huge success

The Gathering is an event for Larkspur Tennis Club to give back to the community, and this year the charities to benefit from the monies raised were Cashel Day Care Centre and the “Enjoy Tennis” Programme.

Larkspur Park hosted their annual Gathering event last weekend, which was a special one as it was the tenth anniversary of a great idea that brings members past and present together to enjoy some tennis, but also to renew old friendships and forge some new ones.

BY LIAM BROWNE

Larkspur Park hosted their annual Gathering event last weekend, which was a special one as it was the tenth anniversary of a great idea that brings members past and present together to enjoy some tennis, but also to renew old friendships and forge some new ones. The club put on a full barbeque where the patrons gathered to enjoy some good food and drink, and more importantly, some great craic. But there is also another very important element to the weekend. The Gathering is an event for Larkspur Tennis Club to give back to the community, and this

year the charities to benefit from the monies raised were Cashel Day Care Centre and the “Enjoy Tennis” Programme. Enjoy Tennis is the Tennis Ireland programme for players with a disability to learn and enjoy playing tennis in clubs around Ireland and Larkspur Park are delighted to participate and champion the programme. And no matter what the event in the tennis club, their competitive streak comes out, so while enjoying the food and drink, and raising money for charity, an awful lot of very good tennis was also played, with finals ranging from early morning to late Sunday evening. All in all, a very enjoyable event.

Large crowd in Dundrum unhappy with Department response to asylum issue

For the third time in eight weeks a large crowd gathered in Dundrum to seek information about plans by the Department of Integration, to house almost two hundred and eighty asylum seekers in the hotel in the small West Tipperary village. The meeting was organised by Dundrum residents in response to a meeting between the Department and local elected representatives and community groups earlier in the afternoon, after a meeting of the Tipperary, Cashel, Cahir Municipal District. It emerged at that meeting, that contrary to what had been said up to Monday evening, the Department had not yet signed a contract with Dundrum House to change the accommodation provided in the hotel from housing Ukrainian refugees, to International Protection Applicants. The process of signing it was in place, but the Department were urged to rethink, and continue to use Dundrum as it

is being currently used, before returning it to tourism and leisure use, once the current contract runs out in March of next year. A large number of elected representatives attended both meetings and on a

cross party basis agreed that the use of Dundrum for IPA’s was a serious sticking point within the community and should be re-considered. The Department received a large number of

requests and queries from the meeting and promised to keep the local community consulted and informed, something they apologised for not doing up to this point.

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New Inn and Rockwell College with significant links to Irish Olympic team in Paris

Fr Fletcher originally encountered Sharlene when he was the parish priest in Newport in

North Tipperary

All eyes in New Inn and Rockwell College will look towards Paris in France this weekend, with the small West Tipperary village and the famous boarding school barely a mile away, both holding significant interest for sports lovers and Olympic watchers, as Irish sprinter Sharleen Mawdsley and Irish sevens rugby player Harry McNulty line out in green.

BY LIAM BROWNE

Mawdsley is perhaps better known at this stage as a result of her heroics in the Irish 400m relay teams both women’s and mixed, who struck gold and silver at the recent European championships in Rome. Running the final leg on both teams, Sharlene showed both grit and class, when anchoring against world class athletes, to bring home the gold medal in the mixed team event and to almost catch the brilliant Dutch women’s team, before adding the silver in the women’s event. She then showed she had stamina to add to her speed, when she also qualified for the individual women’s 400m final, running six races in a small

number of days.

But what many in the area, may not know, is that Sharleen’s first inspiration in her athletic career is a man who is very well known locally, Fr Bobby Fletcher, who is currently the parish priest in the village of New Inn. In a recent edition of the influential Irish Athletics publication, Irish Runners magazine, she credited the priest with being an influential figure on her career, and gave him her heartfelt gratitude for all he had done to get her to her current position. Fr Fletcher originally encountered Sharlene when he was the parish priest in Newport in North Tipperary, and along with Anne Fagan, ran a running club in the village. Spotting the young sprinters talent from an early age,

he encouraged and nurtured her, and is still delighted to see the success she’s been having in recent years.

Now the parish priest in New Inn, the teacher and pupil are still very much in touch, with his influence and commitment to nurturing her talent leaving a permanent mark on her athletic journey. No doubt some prayers will be said when Sharleen lines up in her races and the whole of Tipperary and Ireland will be cheering her and her team mates on.

Elsewhere in Paris, another athlete who will know New Inn well, will also be lining out in his country’s colours. Harry McNulty is the captain of the Ireland 7’s Olympic Rugby team, and also a past pupil of the famous Tipperary rugby and educational institution, Rockwell College. Harry has had a bit of a nomadic existence, before he finished up in the Tipperary school, having been born in the Gulf state of Bahrain, before moving with his family to London and the United States, before they ended up back home in Ireland, where he attended Rockwell College from the age of 14, between 2006 and 2011. While there he excelled in the sport of rugby and played for two years on the schools renowned Senior Rugby team, finishing runners up in the Munster Schools Senior Cup in 2010, before going one better

a year later, when he was part of the team that beat Presentation Brothers College from Cork. After leaving Rockwell, Harry played with Garryowen in Limerick, and joined the Munster Rugby Academy, but left to pursue studies in UCD and Brisbane in Australia. During his college term, he moved from the 15-man game to rugby sevens, and was on the Dublin University’s team that won the colleges sevens competition in 2012. Having been called up to play for Ireland at the sevens format, Harry was part of the Irish team that were unsuccessful in their attempts to qualify for the 2016 Olympics in Brazil, but remained with the Irish team afterwards playing in the global Sevens Grand Prix series. He was the leading try scorer at the 2017 Moscow Sevens tournament, and was a member of the Ireland national rugby sevens team that qualified for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, where Ireland were unlucky not to advance from the groups stages against South Africa, the United States and Kenya. Since 2020, he’s been playing his club sevens rugby with LA Giltinis in California, where he is a key member of the team that plays in the newly formed North American Major League rugby competition.

Harry is regarded at this point as a

totemic figure in the Irish side, and will captain the team in Paris next week, when the competition kicks off. His all-action style will be prominent when Ireland line out against their opponents, and they will have a hectic schedule, being placed in what is regarded as this

summers “Group of Death”, along with current champions, New Zealand, South Africa and Japan. But that will not phase the former Rockwell player, and he will have lots of support from America, the Middle East, Ireland, and a small village in West Tipperary.

Inaugural Queen of the Castle Festival for August Bank Holiday Weekend

Rathkeevin Macra, based in South Tipperary celebrates its 65 anniversary this year with the inaugural Queen of the Castle Festival in Cahir on the August bank holiday weekend. Organising committee chairperson and treasurer of Rathkeevin Macra Anita Lonergan Casey informs us that the queens’ competition is a nod to the former Queen of the Fair that took place in the town for many years with local businesses sponsoring a queen to compete. These festival queens were selected in March and April by their own region. The organising committee hope to make it an annual event if successful and have a three-year plan to develop the festival with Tipperary County Council.

Eighteen queens representing some of the 31 Macra regions across the country; the UK and the EU will compete in a bid to be crowned the inaugural Queen of the Castle at midnight, following the coronation banquet on Sunday, August 4 with dancing until late with music by Supersoul Machine, followed by a DJ.

The winning queen will be selected by the festival’s three judges – former Rose of Tralee, Brenda Hyland; local business owner, Lara Slattery; and a mystery adjudicator – who will mark the contestants. The winner will be announced at midnight on Sunday night/Monday morning and will be presented with a cash prize of €750, the Queen of the

Castle perpetual cup, the winner’s tiara, and Dalton’s of Cahir haulage services Queen of the Castle 2024 winner’s sash. A hectic social diary will follow, with numerous public appearances and interviews over the next year. The runner-up will receive €500, while the queen placed third will receive €250.

The festival programme includes a family fun day, music, comedy, food, and entertainment. There is a jam-packed schedule of events to suit all tastes, including music from bands such as The Bentley Boys; Supersoul Machine; After Eden; the Loose Cannons; The Replacements and the Lonergans. There will also be yoga, a dance workshop, karaoke, a scouts’ demo, archery, and kayaking. Comhairle na nÓg will hold a colour run for health and wellbeing as part of the community carnival on Sunday from 1-4 pm in Inch field. A window display competition for local businesses will also take place over the weekend.

The organising committee is made up of present and past members of Rathkeevin Macra. Thank you to Councillor Andy Moloney and Tipperary County Council for their support and to their main sponsor, Dalton’s Haulage of Cahir as well as all the other businesses of Cahir that have supported them to make this festival a success. All are welcome and tickets for the festival are available through Eventbrite.

Sunday will be the most Wuthering Heights day ever

Come along and dance with the Daughters of Dún Iascaigh once again this Sunday, July 28 at 2pm for the Most Wuthering Heights Day taking place in the Inch Field. Everyone will dance to Wuthering Heights by Kate Bush and the event last about two hours and all with the amazing backdrop of Cahir Castle. Choreographers will be there and teach everyone the steps but the main objective for the day is for everyone to have as much

fun as possible .The Daughters would love to see as much red as possible worn on the day. Bring your family and friends for a great afternoon. This is a ticketed event; tickets at €10 are available on eventbrite too. 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.

Memorial Service for Babies and Children

A memorial service to remember all babies/children that are sadly no longer with us will take place in the sensory garden in Cahir on this Sunday, July 28 at 3pm. Please gather on the day at the Angel plot in the Sensory garden. All Parents, Grandparent’s, Families & Friends welcome. Anyone that would like to add an ornament in memory of their child please feel free to bring anything. There will be Tea/coffee afterwards in Cahir Community Hall.

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Ceramic exhibition at Cahir Arts

Last Friday Cahir Arts Gallery opened the annual ceramic group exhibition. Artists from all over the country have submitted their exceptional work in a stunning display. The variety of techniques employed by the Ceramic Artists shows the diversity and endless possibilities within this art form.

This year features a lot of Sculpture work by Ceramic

Artists who have exhibited extensively in Ireland and internationally.

Many award-winning Artist on display such as Isobel Egan who has exhibited in New York Paris, London and Cahir! Also on site are exhibits by Award-winning Grainne Watts who can be found in galleries and collections around the world and her work forms part of this

Parish News updates

The Parish Office is closed until early August at the earliest. Mass Cards available from the Church on Monday andTuesday from 9am to 3pm or weekends before or after Mass. (Mass times only). If you need an Anniver-

sary Mass or have someone mentioned on our Anniversary List or book a Mass you can do so by leaving a note into the Sacristy before Friday 12 noon of the relevant week, Anniversary received after this time will go

group exhibition. Other participants include, Eileen Singleton, Elizabeth Petcu, Gillian Gibbons, Philip Kenny, Markus Jungmann, Trevor Woods, Anne Butler, Clodagh Reddin, Grainne Watts, Barra Cassidy, Sinead O’moore, Nicola Kelly, Dobosceramics & Chloe Dowds. The show will run until the August 31. The gallery opens six days a week Tuesday to Sunday and is free to enter.

into the following week. For Baptism or Wedding Paperwork, please call into the Sacristy. Please let family and neighbours know. Sorry apologise for any inconvenience caused during this period.

By Maria Taylor

Community Lotto

There was no winner of the draw that took place last week on Wednesday July 17, 2024. The Draw was witnessed by Colette O’Dwyer. The numbers drawn were 8, 18, 19 & 20. The Lucky Dip winners winning €25 each were Catherine Graham, AIBP, Kilcommon, Josie & Margaret O’Brien, AIBP, Kilcommon, Caroline Williams, Mortlestown, Cahir and Kay O’Donnell, Cahir Bingo. Congratulations to all. Jackpot is now €6,700 and we wish everyone the best of luck in the Draw. Tickets are available in the Enterprise Centre and in local shops too.

Community Games Committee members and friends of Cahir Community Games took turns to man to stand at the annual Supervalu Collection last weekend. They would like to thank Super Valu for making them so welcome, all those who helped out with the collection and all those who gave towards the collection. Finbar Lonergan Super Valu Manager drew the winning ticket on Saturday evening and the winner was Geff Wycherley who won a fantastic hamper! Well done to all.

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Camps Cahir

The girls had fun at the Cahir Day Camps last weekend at St. Mary’s Parochial House Grounds on Pearse Street. They enjoyed activities in camping tents, sports, games, music, arts crafts, cooking crafts, water games, drama, prayer, formation, and much more! There was a marquee set up outside if the weather wasn’t good and the Parochial House was also available. The camp was open to girls aged 8-17 and they were divided into groups according to age. Great fun was had by all.

Ladies Gaelic Football

A celebration was held in FBD Semple Stadium and The Dome, Thurles played host on July 18 for the wonderful celebrations to mark the 50 Anniversary of the LGFA. Thanks extended wereto former and current TLGFA Chairpersons, Lar Roche and Michael Towey for their foresight in identifying Semple Stadium and Tipperary as a most gracious and worthy host for the remarkable day that was. Cahir Ladies Gaelic Football Club was delighted to be part of the event and a group of members attended and enjoyed the celebrations. There were exhibition games to kick start the day and thanks go to all the participating teams from Mullinahone

Aisling Lonergan, Colum Ahearne, Kate Hyland, Dylan Lonergan, Robyn Halpin, John Mulcahy, Rebecca Ryan, Eoghan Burke, Megan Davis & Oran Guinan all set for the Debs Ball last week

Handsome lads. Joe Keating, Andrew Gallagher, Luka Marginean and John Mulcahy all set for the ball

G4M&O, Thurles G4M&O, Cahir, Cappawhite, St. Odhrans, Silvermines, Ardfinnan, Aherlow and Killenaule.

Cahir Park AFC

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to Junior Management Team- Cahir Park AFC is delighted to welcome back our Junior Management team of Paul Conway, Shane Ferris, Chris Higgins and Jonas Kerr, Dennis Tango Peters and Paddy Purtill.

Juniors back to training last week - And just like that another season begins! Last Tuesday we welcomed our new signings and wish all the players the best of luck for the season ahead. We have to say a big thank you to our fantastic sponsors last year Cahir House Hotel , Stephen and Carmel Flannery Electrical Ltd, Cahir Credit Union, Cobots.ie and Kevin Dempsey Plastering.

U15A Boys- well done to our Cahir Park U15A Boys team and coaches who had a comprehensive win against Peake Villa last Saturday in a Premiership game. Result was Cahir Park AFC 2, 0 Peake Villa. Scorers were Donnacha Hurley and Lorcan

Butler. Great stuff lads!

Cahir Park AFC Girls - What a great experience for our Cahir Park AFC Girls Zoe Conway, Sienna Ferris and Lexie Ferris who were selected to play for the USSSA selection in Northern Ireland this weekend.

Cahir Park Soccer Camp - Our popular Soccer Summer Camp was back all last week. This Boys and Girls had lots of soccer orientated fun and game. Our thanks go to Head Coach Jonas and his fantastic team of helpers who made everything fun for the children all week.

Cahir Park 50/50 Draw- The 50/50 Draw took place last Wednesday July 10, live on Facebook. The winner was Evelyn Hanley. Ticket sold at Cahir Post Office. Thank you to all our ticket sellers, all our sponsors and everyone who buys tickets. Tickets can be purchased from Committee, online or through local businesses or through our Cahir Park AFC App under the fundraising header.

Cahir Social & Historical Society

The Society held the last event of their ‘Culture at the Castle Festival’ last Saturday. The event saw the return of well-known and popular RTE broadcaster, David McCullagh to Cahir once again to give historical talk titled ‘Crown and Harp: From Free State to Republic’. The interesting talk focused on the 1923-1949 period of Irish history and a big crowd attended with a full house on the night. David was warmly welcomed by the audience and chatted to everyone before and after the talk. A very entertaining evening was enjoyed by all. The Society has more events planned for the autumn so watch this space for more details. 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 GAA Club

DRAW THE JOKER - Jackpot of €7,800 was not won last Sunday in Cahir House Hotel.

Other winners were €100 won by Kit Whelan, €50 by Mary Waters, €50 by P Buchanan, €30 by Pat Saunders and €20 by Olivia Lynch. Next draw is in The Hill Bar on this Sunday July 28, 2024. Jackpot will be €8,000. Support welcomed.

CÚL CAMP - The Cahir GAA Cúl camp takes place again this

year from Monday, July 29 to Friday, August 2 in the Cahir Main Field from 10am to 2pm each day. Cost is €75 for first child, €60 for second child and €50 for third child and includes gear which consists of Jersey, Quarter Zip Top and Backpack. To book your child’s place please log onto the link on our Facebook page.

Nathan Butler and Charlie Landy before heading off the the Coláiste Dun Iascaigh School Ball last week

Great fun was had at the Cahir Day Camps last weekend

AGM

the Cahir Park AFC AGM will take place on this Friday July 26, at 7.30pm. All welcome. Welcome

Sean Keane Benefit Concert at Clonmel’s former Franciscan Abbey

Sean has been attracting audiences across the country in his most recent tour.

The former Franciscan Abbeynow the Abbey House of Prayerin Clonmel, is the venue for a Sean Keane Concert on 3rd August 2024 at 800 pm.

The re-opened Abbey is now under the management of a local Clonmel Steering Group which looks after its administration, service planning and its general upkeep. It has now been open to the Clonmel public for just over a year and has received an enthusiastic local community response.

The Clonmel Abbey will play host to the well-known Sean Keane on the August bank holiday weekend on 3rd August. Sean has agreed to generously support the re-opened Abbey with a fundraising concert.

Sean has been attracting audiences across the country in his most recent tour. Now well

established in the traditional music scene, the late Shay Healy wrote ….’He is a storyteller, whose voice appeals to everyman. Sean is a touchstone of a great singing tradition. He is the past, the present and the future’. Since 2020 Sean is also an ambassador for ‘Safe Home Ireland’, an Irish emigrant support service that provides a range of services, advice, information, to outreach and housing services to more than 2000 people every year. It is Sean’s music which is deeply rooted in tradition and a sense of home, as well as his global fanbase and connection to the Irish diaspora which drew attention to make him a fitting ambassador for Safe Home Ireland. Tickets for the Clonmel concert may be reserved on eventbrite@seankeaneclonmel. eventbrite.ie

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For further information on opportunities available please contact:Naomi Burke, Centre Manager, Clonmel Community Resource Centre, Email: manager@clonmelcrc.ie Phone 052 6129143

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EQUIVALENT TO LEVEL 5 UP TO LEVEL 8, HAVE A PASSION FOR THE CARING & EDUCATION OF CHILDREN IN THE EARLY YEARS, WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

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Tots 2 Teens is a large community based Early Years and After Schools service for babies and children from 6 months to 12 years.

For further information on opportunities available please contact:-

EQUIVALENT TO LEVEL 5 UP TO LEVEL 8, HAVE A PASSION FOR THE CARING & EDUCATION OF CHILDREN IN THE EARLY YEARS, WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

EQUIVALENT TO LEVEL 5 UP TO LEVEL 8, HAVE A PASSION FOR THE CARING & EDUCATION OF CHILDREN IN THE EARLY YEARS, WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

Naomi Burke, Centre Manager, Clonmel Community Resource Centre, Email: manager@clonmelcrc.ie Phone 052 6129143

For further information on opportunities available please contact:-

Naomi Burke, Centre Manager, Clonmel Community Resource Centre, Email: manager@clonmelcrc.ie Phone 052 6129143

For further information on opportunities available please contact:-

Naomi Burke, Centre Manager, Clonmel Community Resource Centre, Email: manager@clonmelcrc.ie Phone 052 6129143

Tots 2 Teens is a large community based Early Years and After Schools service for babies and children from 6 months to 12 years.

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Tots 2 Teens is a large community based Early Years and After Schools service for babies and children from 6 months to 12 years.

Tots 2 Teens is a large community based Early Years and After Schools service babies and children from 6 months to 12 years.

Brother and sister make awards night a family affair

BY EDDIE READE

On Wednesday last Carrick Utd. held their annual awards night. The awards were presented by Waterford united and ex Carrick star Calum Costello. Calum has come full circle, himself being a beneficiary of the awards himself some years ago. While all of those who picked up their hard earned plaudits on the night, were fully deserving a special mention must go to Katie and Michael Keyes, the sister and brother recipients who picked up under 12 girls and under 15 boys trophies.

Speaking on the dedication shown by Katie, her manager Ava Reade said that Katie’s persistence and dedication to training all year had been fantastic, combined with a great attitude both on and off the field helped the management team make their decision, while Gerry Meehan, the under 15 boys coach, said Mikey was always willing to get stuck in and constantly showed great discipline.

Closure of Blueway for widening

The well utilised pathway, which has seen ever increasing usage since the recent upgrades will be closed from Monday to Friday from July 29th for approximately twelve weeks. The works will see the pathway shut to the public between the entrance at Merck Sharpe & Dome and Boreen Bui, which is across from Arrigan’s boreen.

The work will further enhance what was once a tow path and was a vital part of the economics of the town. There has been some understandable upset at the fact that the works will take place at the height of summer, and indeed when the announcement of the €450,000 upgrade was first made in February 2023 Brian Beck, Director

of economic, community & rural development stressed that where possible the works would be carried out outside of the main tourist season, but then again at the same meeting, the councillors present were told that the works would be complete by July of this year, and that will definitely not be the case.

Carrick Swan

Notes

Swan host great night showcasing Camogie

On Friday night last a huge crowd attended the pitch in Colin’s park where two great matches took place. In the shield final of the tournament, an all Tipperary affair saw Ballingarry run out winners on a scoreline of 3-14 to 1-10 against Saint Pats.

The cup final was an intercounty affair with the Swan girls facing off against a strong well balanced Butlerstown outfit.

Although going down 2-10 to 0-09 the girls gave a great account of themselves and played some fine hurling.

The skill shown by the girls is down in the main to their backroom staff of Derek Hogan, Colin Regan, William & Mary Barrett, but in particular the last mentioned must be highlighted for the hours and hours that they have selflessly given to assist the girls for many years now.

Both on and off the field, Mary and William are true role models for the camogie players who don the black and white. On Friday last they watched girls lining out at junior level that they have been mentoring since they were under 11 or 12 and swinging at air in the green, that had probably just been cut by William. Pictured are Mary and William after the game on Friday night as they watched the awards ceremony.

New training tops and sliotars for children

Carrick Davins youngsters were delighted during the week when they all received a new training top and sliotar thanks to the generosity of local accountant Mr. Bobby Fitzgerald. The tops and balls were donated

at the end of the “Little Rebels Summer camp” held recently in the clubs grounds, taking full advantage of their fantastic wall ball and astro turf areas.

Pictured is young Eve Ryan, proudly displaying her new top.

Mary & William Barrett

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Nenagh through a glance

By Rob Downs

Ongoing Fast for Gaza surpasses 100 day mark

BY ANNA POWELL

Nenagh Friends of Palestine launched its “Hunger for Justice: Gaza” campaign over 100 days ago to raise awareness about the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. Every day since the 15th April, one individual has been completing their own 24 hour fast for Gaza. While fundraising has not been the core aim of this campaign, so far the group has managed to raise over €13,693 for the Palestinian charity, UNRWA, and local initiatives to send aid directly to Gaza.

Fergal McDonnell, member of Nenagh Friends of Palestine, the North Tipperary branch of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign and lead organiser of the campaign commented on why the group thought it was so important to do this collective fast. “The motivation behind it really was to focus on the blockade that is going on over in Gaza. The fact that basic things like food, water, medicine; that these essential things are being blocked, it’s unconscionable

really that this is being done and it was to highlight that in particular”

“I wanted to show solidarity with the people in Gaza, the fact that there was the fasting element which is a big part of Muslim culture and with the supplies and food not getting in and also the part of remembering someone, that every day someone would remember somebody” commented Simon Cromer, fellow member of the club on why he thought the campaign was a good idea.

While completing their fast, each participant of the campaign was asked to dedicate their period of fasting to a victim of the conflict in Gaza. For some participants of the campaign, this was the hardest part of their endeavour.

“When your time is coming, you have to stop and think for a while. You have to dedicate this fast to someone, which sounds easy but actually in practice what it means is you have to work out who in 30-40,000 people you should

pick.” explained Ollie Moore, participant of the campaign. “A lot of people find it very hard to open up to the grief and the scale of what is happening, so they just close off and they don’t get involved at all but I suppose, we have all tried to open up and it is emotionally tough.” continued Ollie Moore.

“I picked a Paramedic due to my own medical background. He went out in an ambulance to a call and as soon as he went to walk to the injured party, he was shot dead himself. I was thinking about all the Paramedics here in Nenagh and Limerick who go out daily and little do they think they are going to be shot when they get there” commented Mary McDonnell who completed her fast in aid of Mohammed Awad Allan on day 17 of the campaign.

“Mine was made very easy for me. It was suggested to me by a fella we are in contact with out in Gaza. His best friend is a son of the mayor of Gaza, and he was a journalist and he was shot. He asked me would I mind doing it. He had two friends that were

killed and he asked me to pick either one of them” commented Mike McDonnell who did his fast for Roshdi Sarraj on day 12 of the Hunger for Justice: Gaza campaign. Mike’s fifteen year old daughter, Treasa McDonnell also completed a fast on the same day for Layan Hamadeh, a young girl who was the same age as her when she killed.

Damian O’ Donoghue, founding member of Nenagh Friends of Palestine completed his fast on day 91 of the campaign. “I dedicated my fast to Ghassan Gharib Hussein Zahran, a 14 year old boy who was shot and killed in the occupied West Bank. He was playing outside his village

with two friends when he was shot in the back from 100 metres away after being fired on by three Israeli soldiers. This boy was completely innocent as so many of the victims are. His killing was a needless war crime” stated Damian O’ Donoghue.

The group have been delighted with how people have responded to the campaign and have been very appreciative of all the people that have come forward asking to participate in their ongoing endeavour to raise awareness of the catastrophe in Gaza. “We are getting a great response and that’s the truth of it. People are very complimentary about what we are doing and how we are

doing it because it’s a little bit different to other campaigns that are going on” commented Fergal McDonnell. The campaign has received a great response from the general public. “The general public have been very good, the amount of people that have come to us and said, do you know what? I’d love to do that too that are not in our group” praised Fergal McDonnell. If you would like to contribute to this campaign and show your solidarity for the people in Gaza, then you can contact Nenagh Friends of Palestine on Facebook and Instagram and also by email at nenaghfriendsofpalestine@ gmail.com

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Recollections from 2010 with Joe Kenny

Past pupils of Kilsheelan National School photographed at the raising of the school’s Green Flag award on April 29, 2010. L to R: Andrew Smyth, Shane Ryan, David Smyth, Cian Flavin, Sean Ryan and Niall Murphy.

Happy Birthday to twins Alice Byrne, Fethard, and Mary (Byrne) Ryan, Loughmore, photographed celebrating their 93rd birthday on Tuesday, May 18, at Willowbrook Lodge, Mocklershill. Alice and Mary, born in Clonoulty, were probably the oldest twins in Ireland at that time.

Photographed after the Mick Flannery concert held in the Abymill Theatre on May 8,, 2010, are L to R: Marie O’Connell, Katie Whyte, Siobhán Whyte, Lisa Hanrahan and Caroline Croke.

Photographed at the ‘Polish Day’ at National Learning Network, Clonmel are L to R: Lar O’Shea, Filip Blaszczyk, Paulna Blaszczyk and Michelle Power

Admiring the Traditional Polish Costumes at the ‘Polish Day’ held at National Learning Network, Clonmel on May 6, 2010, are L to R: Margot Tobin, Vincent Shaw, Padraig Morris, Teresa Collins and Liza Murphy.

St. Patrick’s GAA Club Development Committee photographed on May 4, 2010, on completion of their new dressing rooms in Cloneen. Back L to R: Chris Foley, Miceál Broderick (Treasurer), Eugene McCormack, Tomás McCormack, Paddy Gorey, Michael Kenny, Michael Horan, Davy Hogan, James Ryan, Jimmy McGrath, Nicholas Moroney. Front L to R: Jimmy O’Brien, Jimmy Gleeson, Catherine Mockler, Ann Buckley (Secretary), Mary McCormack, Alan Britton and Eamonn Hall (Chairman). Missing from photo are John Duggan, Frank Britton and Bernard Needham.

Recollections from 2010 with Joe Kenny

Dundrum Under-7 Juvenile GAA team photographed on April 17, 2010. Back L to R: Aidan Farrell, Conor Farrell, Mary Louise O’Rourke, Liam Hayes, Ailbe Ryan, John Hogan, Cormac Carr, David Ryan, Jack O’Neill.

Front L to R: John Crosse, Miceál O’Dwyer, Aidan Duggan, Dylan O’Grady, Gerry Buckley, Liam Slattery, Diarmuid O’Carroll.

Photographed at the ‘Operation Smile’ fashion show in Clonmel on April 28. 2010 are L to R: Michelle Branigan, Julie O’Connor, Jagoda Lubas, Charlotte Blackmore and Emily Reid.

Richard Power, treasurer Tipperary Southern & District League, presenting the Third Division League Cup to Jonathan Fitzgerald, Captain Cashel FC on April 17, 2010. L to R: Joe Currivan, Daniel Doherty, Richard Power (Tipperary Southern & District League), Jonathan Fitzgerald (captain), Philip Doherty and Michael Moloney

Members of Clonmel Citizens Information Centre photographed at a Mayoral Reception held at the Town Hall marking the 30th Anniversary of the group on May 18, 2010. Back L to R: Hillary Murphy, Ann Power, Bernie O’Meara, David Burke, Mary Power, Josephine Lambe, Rhona O’Connell, Eileen Graham, Mary Forristal, Kathleen Skehan, Maureen Murphy. Front L to R: Joan O’Mahoney, Kathleen Hallahan, Lady Mayoress Nora Dunne, Cllr Dinny Dunne, Mayor of Clonmel; Nancy Swift, Mary Cleary and Norah Beckett.

Distributing flags at the official opening of Killenaule Playground on April 18, 2010, are L to R: Lucy O’Mahoney, Emma Curran, Sara O’Mahoney, Lisa Curran and Anna Slattery

Sean Treacy’s Under-14 Juvenile GAA team photographed on April 17, 2010. Back L to R: Emmet Ryan, Mattie Feehan, Brian Carey, Shane Stapleton, Jack O’Toole, Gary O’Brien, Darragh Ryan, Dylan Fahey, Ger Egan.

Front L to R: Patrick Deegan, Edward Spillane, Tommy Lyons, Aaron Ryan, Patrick Carey, Ian Fahey, Michael Feehan and Simon Maher.

Thurles Parish News

A great welcome for Radio Maria in Thurles Members of Radio Maria Ireland visited Thurles Parish at the weekend, attending the Saturday Vigil and Sunday morning Masses where they received a very warm welcome indeed. They engaged with and greeted parishioners, sharing more about the mission. Radio Maria Ireland is a not-forprofit, ad-free Catholic radio station that is available 24/7. Tune in throughout the day to hear a variety of uplifting content including prayer, guest interviews, music, human and faith formation. The mission of Radio Maria is entrusted to Our Lady, and through her intercession aims to bring the light of Christ into every home. You can listen in via Saorview Channel 210; live-streaming via www.radiomaria.ie or via the Radio Maria Ireland App.

Celtic Brothers to return to the Cathedral of the Assumption Celtic Brothers starring The Willoughby’s will be in concert again in the Cathedral on Friday, September 27th. All proceeds to the Cathedral Reroofing Project. Tickets are now on sale in Thurles Parish Centre, Bookworm and Holycross Abbey Shop.

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock – Bus from Thurles The annual pilgrimage will take place on Sunday, August 4th, led by Archbishop Kieran O’Reilly. Pilgrimage commences at 2.00 p.m.; Anointing of the sick: 2.30 p.m.; Concelebrated Mass: 3.00 p.m. Sacred Music on the day will be led by Cashel & Emly Diocesan Choir. Bus from Cathedral at 7.45 a.m. Information & Booking: Jim @ 085 8278014 or Noreen @ 087 6663243.

Recently Deceased

Prayed for at all Masses in Thurles parish at the weekend were the following who have died: Catherine (Kitty) Bohan, née Heaney, McDonagh Terrace, Templemore late of Bohernamona Road.

Noreen Dunne, née Browne, Lakeview Drive, Templemore, formerly Old Clonmel Road, Cashel.

Sr. Sheila Sheehan, Convent of Mercy, Tipperary Town. Eileen Browne, née Jackman, Ingrave Road, Brentwood, Essex formerly Abbey Road.

Vocations, the Priesthood and World Peace

Forty Hours of Eucharistic Adoration in the Cathedral commencing next Friday July 26th at 7.00 p.m. with Mass & Benediction, concluding with Mass on Sunday July 28th at 11.00 a.m. It would be greatly appreciated if people could commit to spending one hour during these forty hours of Adoration. A book will be available at the back of both Churches next week, where people can pledge a particular time to adore. Contacts: Claire @ 085 1532258 and Nora @ 086 3079281.

Thurles Market Quarter Works Works will commence on the farm building adjacent to Thurles Town Park on Tuesday, August 6th. The public car park will be closed to the public from August 6th, 2024, to December 2025. Tipperary County Council apologies for any inconvenience caused during these works.

Sports Ability Day Friday August 9th, Presentation Sports Complex, 12.30 - 1.30pm. 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

Thurles Citizens Information Service

Located on the second floor, Mall House, Slievenamon Road. Independent & Confidential Information & Advice on Rights & Entitlements. Open Monday – Friday 10.00 am to 1.00pm and 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm. Phone: 0818 07 6510.

Liberty Music Festival

Following the tremendous success of the Liberty Music festival in Thurles earlier this month, with thousands descending upon the Cathedral Town to revel in a range of tribute acts live on stage, the organisers have announced that 2025 festival will take place in Thurles Town Park on July 5th and 6th next year.

Tickets are already on sale and the costs are as follows:

€30 plus booking fee for a

Eye onThurles

By the Cathedral Townie

Lowry supports call from National Advocacy Service Staff

The workers took their case to the Labour Court in January

weekend ticket; €20 plus booking fee for a day ticket; Free for kids under 12 but you must get a ticket for every child (Children under 12 need a free child ticket) and they are limited. Tickets can be purchased through www.tickets.

ie It is anticipated that another fantastic lineup will be announced in due course.

So get your tickets now to avoid disappointment.

Tipperary Independent Deputy Michael Lowry showed his support this week for the National Advocacy Service workers who are continuing their demonstration outside the Mall House in Thurles against the Citizens Information Board and the Department of Social Protection.

The Service workers, who provide help to more than 1,500 people with disabilities, have taken action over the lack of pay parity from their paymasters.

They say that the failure to maintain the pay and conditions of National Advocacy Service Staff in line with those doing similar jobs is threatening the

future of the service due to an inability to recruit new workers and the departure of experienced staff.

The workers took their case to the Labour Court in January of this year, where they received a favourable recommendation. However, these recommendations have not been implemented.

The National Advocacy Service works with upwards of 1,500 vulnerable people, providing support in areas such as housing, access to justice, healthcare,

safeguarding, and the complex area of decision-making. They accompany people availing of the Service to meetings with State Agencies and they help by offering vital support in seeking legal and medical advice. Some of those assisted by The National Advocacy Service are in institutions, inappropriately accommodated or have no support within their community. The Service can be a lifeline for these people in their efforts to have their voices heard.

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Limelight Theatricals is gearing up for Addams family

Limelight Theatricals are back with their brand new show – The Addams Family at The Source Theatre.

In the quirky, upside-down world of the Addams Family,

being sad means being happy, feeling pain means feeling joy, and dreams are filled with death and suffering. Despite their eccentricities, this peculiar family still faces many

of the same challenges as any other.

Limelight Theatricals’ production of “The Addams Family” promises to be an unforgettable experience for

Liberty Music Festival goes down a real treat

You name it, every instrument associated with traditional Irish music was mastered expertly

Following a magnificent week-long festival of traditional Irish music, song and dance, Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan came to a close at the weekend with the general consensus that it was one hell of an event.

While the vast majority of the competitions took place in the Ursuline Secondary School, the strains of traditional music were

not confined to the Sr Ursula Memorial Hall and many of the local hostelries, cafés and restaurants were over-flowing

with patrons as the live street music dominated the Cathedral Town.

Liberty Square saw many buskers taking to the streets where impromptu sessions took place much to then delight of those in attendance. And, as day gave way to evening and night the sessions continued with tremendous energy and enthusiasm with the weekend being especially memorable.

You name it, every instrument associated with traditional Irish music was mastered expertly by young and old alike. Indeed, it was so brilliant to see children performing with such ease with people of all ages – young and old alike demonstrating a love

both the cast and the

As the curtain rises, the

comes alive with the vibrant energy of talented young performers, leaving a lasting impression on hearts and minds.

of music, a willingness to share their talents, and to entertain the masses who came to support the Fleadh.

Of course, there were winners in the competitions, but everyone

The shows kicks off at 8pm on Wednesday 31st July; Thursday 1st; Friday 2nd; and Saturday 3rd August + (Sensory Matinee Saturday 2.30pm)

who participated can be classed a winner and it is quite obvious that traditional Irish music, song and dance is very much alive and well.

Thurles had a warm welcome for

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all the visitors and competitors and the recently refurbished Liberty Square, with its wide footpaths and plaza areas was the perfect location for the street entertainment.

audience.

theatre

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Town Tipp through A trip

with Martin Quinn

Crowds turn out in Solohead and Tipperary Town to celebrate Tipperary players

There was a huge welcome for the boys from the large contingent

There were wonderful celebrations in Solohead and in Tipperary Town last week to recognise the achievements of the Tipperary minor hurling players; Darrah O’Hora (Solohead GAA) and David Ryan and Adam Ryan (Arravale Rovers GAA) who were members of the Munster and All-Ireland winning sides and Stephen Dee (Solohead GAA), who was on the Tipperary U.20 Panel that won the Munster title.

BY MARTIN QUINN

Crowds were out in large numbers at both venues and it was great to see the blue and gold colours of young and older alike as they waited to see their heroes. After a disappointing season for our senior side this year it was great to see that the game is very much alive and strong at under age level and arguers very well for the future. Officials from both clubs, along with parents and family members were amongst the throngs of people who turned out to welcome the boys back to their homeplace along with the all important cups. For the young boys and girls it was a chance to tog out in their colours and to have

jerseys, hurleys, sliotars and helmets signed by the players on the occasion. It was also a chance to remind ourselves of the All-Ireland final when the odds were stacked against this young team and under enormous pressure, pulled off a sensational victory by a 13 man Tipp team. It showed the heart and courage of this young team and I was glad to capture it in verse, “Hurlers and Heroes”, which was published on social media recently. On Wednesday July 17th, the Munster and All Ireland Minor and Munster U.20 cups and Darragh O’Hora and Stephen Dee arrived in “agricultural style” by tractor and trailer, complete with bale, to the Solohead GAA grounds. Tim Hanly, Chair of the club was M.C for the

reception. There was a huge welcome for the boys from the large contingent and there were tributes from officials and club members with renditions of ‘Slievenamon’ by Seanie Riordan who was joined by Nicola Ní Chonaill for the ‘The Galtee Mountain Boy’, to bring proceedings to a close. It was a fitting tribute for the boys who had played such a crucial role in the successes of the Tipp team at under age level this year. On the following evening, Thursday 18th, the minor cups made their way to Tipp town for a reception

by the Arravale Rovers GAA Club. David and Adam Ryan along with the cups travelled from Seán Treacy Park, via open top car (provided by Pat Ryan) and led by An Garda Siochána and a piper to the Abbey School Hall. Enroute players formed a guard of honour and parents and family members and many local people were on hand to greet the players. In the school hall and with the Munster and All Ireland cups on view, well know sports broadcaster, Stevie O’Donnell, who was M.C for the occasion, set the scene by

speaking to the parents of both David and Adam; Mary Ryan and Michael (parents of David), Billy Ryan and his wife Cora (parents of Adam). It was really interesting to hear their views on the build up to games, the atmosphere and what it meant to the family members. Stevie also spoke to former Tipperary goalie John O’Donoghue, to current senior player Johnny Ryan and to Timmy Dalton and Michael Lonergan. Stevie thanked the Arravale Rovers GAA Club for putting on a great show and also thanked Ivor

Wilkinson and Siobhán Kinane and all who worked tirelessly to make it a night to remember. He also complimented the piper for the music enroute, Tipperary Town Gardaí for leading the way and Pat Ryan, Pit Stop Tyres, for providing the beautiful open top car to transport the boys. There was a final special mention for Nicola Ní Chonaill for entertaining the crowd with her rendition of ‘Slievenamon’. A fitting conclusion to a wonderful occasion. Well done to all and especially to Tipperary’s ‘Hurlers and Heroes’.

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CIRCLE OF FRIENDS WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE TARA MEMBERS FOR THEIR DONATION

Tipperary Active Retirement Group disbands and presents funds to Circle of Friends

We join with the Circle of Friends members in thanking them for their community work

Tipperary Active Retirement Group has made a donation of €1,600 to Circle of Friends Cancer Support Centre in Tipperary Town.

BY MARTIN QUINN

The members attended at the centre to hand over the generous donation and it was a bitter sweet moment for them as unfortunately they have now decided to disband. They agreed that the funds that they had, on hand, would be donated to Circle of Friends. Circle of Friends would like to thank the TARA members for their donation and indeed for their contribution to the life of the community. They have, for a long time, been an integral part of the community and it is very sad to see them disbanding. We remember all the great occasions over the years; the St. Patrick’s Day Parades, the social dances and birthday events and the support that they gave to many different events in the town. Perhaps in the future another group may spring up in their place. We join with the Circle of Friends members in thanking

them for their community work and we wish them all the very best in the future.

Further news of support for Circle of Friends comes from the Cappamore Show Committee, who have announced that they will share the proceeds of their Annual Raffle with Circle of Friends for 2024. The Cappamore show will take place on Saturday 17th August 2024. Running since 1954, Cappamore Agricultural Show is one of Ireland’s leading one day shows, and is very highly regarded among exhibitors and regular show supporters throughout the Munster region, and nationally. Cappamore Show incorporates displays and competitions in areas such as cookery, crafts, agricultural and horticultural produce, and other areas that draw on the traditional skills, arts and crafts of the region, as well as more traditional show sections such as cattle and horse showing, and jumping classes.

Circle of Friends representatives attend the launch of the Cappamore Show to announce the sharing of the Annual Raffle for 2024.

News from the community

FETHARD: Joe Kenny

Congratulations to Jimmy Smith, this week’s winner of €555 in Fethard Ladies Football ‘Split the Pot’ draw. Jimmy bought his ticket online, to be in with a chance of winning our next pot on July 28, you can buy your envelope, also available online, for

Killusty Pony Show was a great success as ever

Killusty Pony Show held their 62nd Show on July 6, 2024. The entries were magnificent with 270 ponies and horses competing across seven rings on the day. This year, the show held the first ever All Ireland Pony Supreme Final which was very generously sponsored by Kiltinan Castle Stud. The show appreciates the continued support of Horse Sport Ireland and their generous sponsorship for the Show Hunter Pony Broodmare, the Connemara Broodmare, the youngstock purebred Connemara classes and the in-hand and ridden cob classes.

It was a historic occasion for the committee and competitors alike, as the first ever All Ireland Pony Supreme Championship Final

was held and Mary Ann Casey’s ‘Griffenstown’, ridden by Sadhbh O’Connor, was the overall winner of the All-Ireland Pony Supreme Final. Stud manager, Donna Vowles, presented the prize on behalf of Kiltinan Castle Stud. This horse will go on to compete at the RDS later in the summer.

Despite the heavy showers, many children took some time out of their busy showing schedule to participate in the dog show in an array of classes from the Golden Oldies to the Best Tail Wagger!

Thank you to Ms Nikki Veasey and Ms Carita Kirby, from Mo Chara Dog Trust, for judging the dog show, and to Geraldine Piggott for judging the fancy dress class, which was won by John Burcher - Holohan and his

amazing dragon costume.

As a parting word, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers who made the show possible; to all the stewards and those who cooked food and baked treats, your generosity is greatly appreciated. A very special thank you to the Walsh family for their kind permission to use their field to host the show. We greatly appreciate the support of our sponsors, without whose support the show would not be possible.

To all the competitors, we hope you left Killusty with fond memories and we wish them all the best of luck for the remainder of the showing season.

– Pat Culligan, Chairman of Killusty Pony Show

THE LATE BILLY McLELLAN, Fethard and Clonmel

Billy McLellan, Pinewood Drive, Kilmacomma, Clonmel, and formerly Burke Street, Fethard who died on Sunday last, July 21.

Social Dancing at Fethard Ballroom

Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday, July 28, to the music of ‘Michael Collins Band. 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.

Fethard Heritage Day Festival meeting

The next meeting to organise this year’s Fethard Heritage Day Festival will be held in the Convent Community Hall at 8pm on Thursday, July 25, and all interested in getting involved are invited to attend.

Parish Church Lotto Draw Results

The death has occurred on Sunday, July 21, 2024, of Billy McLellan, Pinewood Drive, Kilmacomma, Clonmel, and formerly Burke Street, Fethard.

Billy passed away peacefully in the care of the Oak Ward, Dunmore Wing, Waterford University Hospital on Sunday morning in the presence of his loving family.

Predeceased by his brother Derry, he will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Ann, sons Fergus and Will, grandson Kieran, sister Patricia, brothers Ian, Damien and Stewart, daughters-in-law Breege and Maria, stepchildren, step-grandchildren, step-greatgrandchild, nephews, nieces, extended family and his many dear friends.

May Rest in Peace.

Funeral Mass will take place at 11on Wednesday, July 24, in Ss.

Peter & Paul’s Church, Clonmel, Followed by cremation at 3pm in The Island Crematorium, Cork.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a Anam Dílis.

DIED RECENTLY

The

There was no jackpot winner in this week’s Parish Lotto on Thursday, July 18, 2024. The numbers drawn were 10, 11, 12 and 20. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was Una Prendergast. Next week’s Jackpot for Thursday, July 25, will be €4,025.

GAA Sports Development Lotto Results

Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Tuesday, July 16 2024, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 9, 13, 26 and 31 We had no Jackpot winner and no Match 3 winner. One lucky dip winner received €100: Patricia O’Connor. The next draw takes place on Tuesday, July 23, when the jackpot is €30,000. Fethard GAA Club thanks all their friends and followers for their continued with the weekly sports lotto.

The death has occurred on Wednesday, July 17, , of Sr Carmel O’Rourke (Franciscan Missionaries of Mary), late of St. Joseph’s Convent, Rush, Co. Dublin and formerly of Kilnockin, Fethard, peacefully. Sir Carmel is predeceased by her parents David and Josie and her grandnephew Luís. She is deeply regretted by her religious community, brother Paddy, sister Brenda, sister-in-law Geraldine, nieces Patricia, Anne-Marie, Úna and Shelagh, grand nephews and nieces Jeffrey, Alváro, Alannah and Shane, extended family, cousins, relatives and friends.

Funeral Mass took place on Saturday, July 20, at 11am in St. Maur’s Church, Rush, followed by burial in Whitestown Cemetery, Rush. May She Rest in Peace. Ar dheis Dé go

dílis.

raibh a hanam

late Sr Carmel O’Rourke who died on July 17

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Mass in Shanrahan Cemetery. Mass will be celebrated in Shanrahan on Wednesday 31st of July at 7.30pm. All are welcome.

St Pauls Community Centre August Weekend. The committee is busy organizing the upcoming August Bank Holiday weekend celebrations. This year we will have the theme Country and Western for our fundraiser weekend. We kick off on Thursday 1st August with our annual 5k race/walk, sponsored by Carey Pharmacy Clogheen. Friday 2nd August we will have country music by Tipp FMs DJ Owen Lonergan, fancy dress country theme only. BBQ and BYO. Prize for best dressed cowgirl and cowboy on the night. Doors open at 8pm. Tickets €20 on

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Eventbrite or local shops.

Saturday 3rd August, feed the masses, Country and western night with BBQ.

Local musicians, BBQ Line dancing/jiving, shout out to all jiving singles or couples to join us on the night. Tickets €20 on Eventbrite or local shops.

Sunday 4th August at 7pm. The national sheep race, tote betting on the night plus BBQ. Please come along and flavour the hospitality that Clogheen has to offer.

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a community to support his family. We really do appreciate all you have done for us.

We will be holding a memorial mass in the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Golden on Sunday the 28th of July at 3.00pm and all are welcome.

Hurling Huge congrats to our

Ballymacarbry Community Centre

Panda Playground Progress

Another hugely productive week for the Panda Playground construction! All our playground equipment is now assembled and set into place. The soft surface which will form the floor of our playground is being laid this week. After this we will working on the finishing touches in advance of safety inspections which will be the final step in advance of opening! The playground perimeter fencing, footpaths, powerwashing and general groundworks have been undertaken by local volunteers for the past number of weeks. We will be eternally grateful to these generous people who have done a remarkable job. In the next week or so we plan a general clean up of the community centre grounds ahead of opening the playground. We’ll once again be calling on the wonderful local community to give a hand with this clean up so keep an eye on our social media posts!!

This week we also unveiled a new surprise addition to the playground which we didn’t publish in our previous plans! Our central climbing net is going to form an amazing centre piece for this facility which will challenge and trill all playground users. This

Fr Sheehy’s GAA would like to thank everyone for attending Kellogg’s Cul camp this year. Thanks to Ben Currivan and Aaron Cagney for bringing the Munster and All Ireland cups to the camp. A big thank you to our volunteers who supervised during the breaks and kept things running smoothly.

Lotto July 15th

Numbers drawn 8,11,16,17. No winner, 4 match 3’s (€38 each)

Anne Murphy Ballyhist

Paul Mullins Clogheen

Eamon Kelly Burncourt

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Next weeks jackpot will be €9,300 in The Market Stone Clogheen.

Thanks for your continued support.

intermediate hurlers and mentors on a brilliant win last weekend, in the West Final.

Golden Kilfeacle are now West Intermediate hurling champions 2024!

Well done to everyone involved.

Well done also to our Junior B hurlers and mentors on a fine win last weekend

A brilliant weekend all

impressive feature has already generated huge interest from onlookers and promises to be a star attraction when we open the gates in the coming weeks. We continue to received great financial support from the community for this playground. Thanks to everyone who has supported us and donated. However, we are still quite a bit short of our required fund 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 or view our social media for donation details.

Golf Classic Fundraiser

What a day was had last Friday in Clonmel Golf Club for the Panda Playground Golf Classic. The weather played ball and the mood was great as the packed schedule of participating teams teed off. Once again we were blown away by the support for this event. We’d like to sincerely thank all those who took part and donated to this event, especially our tee box sponsors who helped make this a major source of funds for our new playground!

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!

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round for our little village! Lotto

Our GAA club lotto jackpot now stands at €13,700. Tickets just €2. Available locally and online at www.locallotto.ie

Draw every Tuesday night in our GAA complex

Golden

Whistlin Donkeys

Tickets are available online

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.

at www.eventbrite.com for our huge October Bank Holiday Sunday music event.

The Whistlin Donkeys with Dj Richie will be in our GAA complex Golden on Sunday 27th October.

Doors open at 8pm. Full bar facilities from 8pm. Tickets just €22.50. Tickets will also be available locally in coming weeks.

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.

Bingo

Our GAA club bingo continues every Thursday night at 8pm in Golden Kilfeacle GAA complex main hall. Over €2,500 in prize money given out each night.

Coffee morning Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club, Dundrum

are holding a Coffee Morning on Wednesday 31st July from 10am to 1.30pm in the Venue, in aid of Cancer Research. Your support would be greatly appreciated .

Mothers & Others

Well done to Golden Kilfeacle Mothers and Others team v Boherlahen last weekend

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A section of the group who travelled from Mellerary to Knock Shrine last Saturday. A number of Clogheen people also travelled on the day. A great day was enjoyed by all. A beautiful choir from Fethard Co Tipperary participated at the mass in the

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Acknowledgement

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The family of the late Seanie Hopkins would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who sympathised with us recently, those who sent cards and posted messages on RIP.ie.

Thanks to Fr Nicholas and Fr Paul for celebrating Seanie’s Mass. Thanks to Dr Rochford and all the nurses and carers who were so good to Seanie in his final weeks.

A special thanks to our neighbours and friends for all their help and thanks to Fennessy’s Funeral Directors.

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

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Self-care should not be another thing on the to-do list, it should be part of your everyday life. Good habits built-in to everyday situations and behaviours – a mindset that understands you are worthy of care.

It’s not selfish to put yourself first. In Pranic Healing we focus on giving service – this includes service to ourselves as well as others. We want to delve into three effective pathways to self-care, which Pranic Healing can support.

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the week in sport

Tipperary dig deep to reach All-Ireland Junior final

Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Junior Semi-Final:

TIPPERARY 0-15 ARMAGH 1-11

Tipperary are through to the Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Junior Final after a pulsating victory over Armagh in Ashbourne. Their opponents on Sunday August 11th will be Laois who overcame Cavan 2-16 to 3-07 in the opening game of an entertaining double header in the Meath venue. Tipp only had to wait a minute for the opening score of the game when Jenny Grace pointed a free and her first of 9 points in another steadfast performance from the Burgess Duharra forward. It was Armagh who settled the quicker though and had the better of the opening exchanges with 4 points on the bounce in to give the Orchard county a 4 point to 1 lead after 7 minutes. Jennifer Curry caused some early problems with 2 from play while Ciara Geoghegan made no mistake from two early frees.

Tipp though soon got into their rhythm and began to take control in their own half backline and midfield. Anna Fahie popped up with a score from midfield while a minute later her sister Lily won a free in her own half backline and Sophie Pembroke

stepped up to put it between the posts. In a really closely fought opening half Sinead Quinn pointed for Armagh before Grace and Geoghegan exchanged scores. While Armagh’s fullback line lead by the excellent Gemma McCann prevented Tipp’s dangerous inside forward line enjoying much success the chances did come further out the field with wing back Orla O’Brien hitting two first half points on the 15th and 21st minute to the delight of the Tipp following. Centre forward Ciara Brennan pointed in between to help Tipp regain the lead by the slimmest of margins. Armagh’s Ciara Geoghegan slotted another point to tie the game at 7 points apiece but Tipperary finished the half strong and Jenny Grace was on hand to score a point from play and a free to give Tipperary a deserved 2 point lead heading to the dressing rooms, 9 points to 7.

The quality and score-forscore nature of the contest continued after half-time, with the dead-ball experts on both sides prominent.

Armagh keeper, Ciarrai Devlin pulled off a fine save in the 47th minute to deny Tipp

Orla O’Brien was named player of the

sub Laura Shinners and keep the game close, but once again Grace made no mistake with three consecutive 45s to extend her side’s lead to four points.

Emma Flanagan also chipped in which a crucial second half point while Sinead Meagher’s workrate and winning of frees was also a key factor of Tipp’s success.

Gemma Fox was introduced as a second half substitute and she immediately put her shoulder

to the wheel to help a determined and tenacious Tipperary defence where Orla O’Brien and Maria Connolly really excelled. Heading to the closing stages Bill Mullaney’s side and were 4 points in front and this cushion meant they were able to concede a goal to Jennifer Curry deep in stoppage time and still hold firm, putting themselves 60 minutes away from winning this championship for the first time

since 2001.

Tipperary: Laura Leenane, Lorna Ryan, Ciara Ryan, Maria Connolly, Orla O’Brien (0-02), Sophie Pembroke (0-01 free), Lily Fahie, Amy Quinlisk, Anna Fahie (0-01), Jill-Anne Quirke, Ciara Brennan (0-01) Grace Moloney, Emma Flanagan (0-01), Sinead Meagher, Jenny Grace (0-09, 4 frees, 3 45m)

Subs used: Laura Shinners for G.Moloney, Gemma Fox for

L. Fahie Armagh: Ciarra Devlin, Michelle McCone, Gemma Mccann, Aine Doyle, Michelle McGuigan, Eimear Hayes, Katie Comiskey, Katie Convie, Leanne Donnelly, Eimear O’Kane, Niamh Forker, Sinead Quinn(0-01), Rachael Merry, Ciara Geoghegan(0-06, 5 frees, Jennifer Curry (1-02)

Subs used: Sophie Slowey (001), Tierna Maxwell (0-01)

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week in sport

Delahunty’s late goal sees Moyle Rovers overcome Commercials in South senior final

Clonmel Oil South Tipperary South Senior Football Championship Final:

MOYLE ROVERS 1-8

CLONMEL COMMERCIALS 0-9

A goal by Luke Delahunty in the 60th minute decided the Clonmel Oil South Tipperary Senior Football Championship final in favour of Moyle Rovers in an always-tight and competitive game played at the Barracks Field, Fethard on Wednesday evening last. It ensured the Monroe club their first divisional crown since 2017 and continued their good run in 2024 against their arch-rivals whom they have now beaten three times this year, twice in the County League (including the final) and now in the South division’s showpiece game.

A low-key atmosphere prevailed at the midweek fixture agreed by both clubs to accommodate players’ summer plans, and it took until the second half for the final to come to anything like the excitement that is expected when these neighbours clash with silverware at stake.

At the end of a disappointing first half the Powerstown/Lisronagh side were 0-6 to 0-4 to the good with eight of those ten scores from frees. In that opening 30 minutes the reigning county champions, Commercials, failed to score from open play.

Thankfully the second half proved much more lively and eventful, culminating in the winning goal in the final minute of normal time scored by Luke Delahunty. Cutting in from the left his initial shot was parried by Commercials’ keeper Shane Ryan before Delahunty coolly managed to find the net with the rebound.

That goal, and the victory it more or less guaranteed, gave great satisfaction to the Scotch

Road side who had been reduced to 14 men for the final 20 minutes after county player Luke Boland was red-carded for an off-the-ball incident. To their credit, when their backs were to the wall, John McGrath’s side seemed to play their best football with a numerical disadvantage, never allowing the town side to re-take the lead.

The clubs will now quickly turn their attentions to the forthcoming county championship where Commercials will know they need to get their act in order if they are to make it five titles in six years and complete a first three-in-a-row since 1965-1967.

Moyle Rovers, with the addition of some new talent to their squad this year, will have their eyes on a treble of their own in 2024.

Both sides took to the field somewhat understrength, the Rovers impacted further in the warm-up to the game when captain Liam Boland had to pull out with an injury. However, on the positive side for them they had former Tipperary captain and club legend Peter Acheson available to tog out while home from holidays from Dubai.

In a tense and teasing first 10 minutes, Commercials had the better of the possession and led by 0-3 to 0-1 into the town goal after 12 minutes, courtesy of three frees from Jack Kennedy (2) and Cian Smith, to Moyle Rovers’ sole reply from play from man of the match Ger O’Sullivan from 35.

In a game of few goal chances, the first arrived in the 13th minute. A high ball delivered in by Killian Butler was held up by Ger O’Sullivan before a chance was

created by Rory Collins whose shot went just over the crossbar. As things transpired this would be the last score from play in the half.

Two minutes later the sides were level at 0-3 each when O’Sullivan sent over a 45 metre free won by former St Finbarr’s player Cian O’Sullivan. Kerryman O’Sullivan with another free put his side ahead for the first time in the 20th minute but parity was restored three minutes later by Jack Kennedy with a free from the edge of the D. It was to be Kennedy’s last involvement in the game, Ross Peters coming on immediately after that free had sailed over.

Rovers then had three frees inside three minutes from almost the same 40-50 metre range with O’Sullivan managing to convert one for a 0-5 to 0-4 lead after 26 minutes.

In the final minutes of a rather nondescript half Cian Smith saw a goal chance go narrowly wide for Commercials before O’Sullivan made it a two-points half-

time advantage for his side with a free won by the hard-working Killian Butler.

Two substitutions at the break for Commercials livened matters up and having gone 30 minutes without a first half open-play point, like the proverbial bus, two arrived within a minute following the resumption with Ciaran Cannon and Cian Smith obliging. The sides were now level for the fourth time in the game and those in attendance were teed-up for the traditional combative conclusion to this final.

Rovers edged back in front in the 40th minute when after a good run by Cian O’Sullivan, Dara Ryan converted with a sweet point off his left leg.

A big moment in the game soon followed when after Rovers had been awarded a free some developments in the follow up saw centre-back Luke Boland receive a straight red card after a tussle with Peter McGarry. A minute later McGarry himself was booked for a sideline challenge on Shane Foley, as referee Derek

O’Mahoney took control of matters and issued another half-dozen yellow cards over the next few minutes to ensure matters didn’t develop.

Veteran Peter Acheson, obviously enjoying being in the thick of it in his cameo appearance, was involved in the next point, his quick-thinking free releasing Brian McKeown on a run before Ger O’Sullivan finished off the move with a fine point for 0-8 to 0-6 to Rovers with 13 minutes to play.

Ryan Lambe, was getting more involved as the second half progressed, and he played a big part in the creation of a score for Cian Smith in the 49th minute to narrow the gap to the minimum.

Ryan Lambe was again involved in the next move which ultimately forced a good save from Shane Ryan in the Moyle Rovers goal (both goalkeepers had the same name) before Lambe, a grandson of the legendary Tipperary footballer Bunny, was fouled with Smith converting the equalising free in the 55th minute.

Level for fifth time, the odds

would have favoured Tommy Morrissey’s side to drive on with momentum and a numerical advantage, and they should have taken the initiative only for a Michael Murphy effort to fall just wide.

Rovers then had a great chance of their own when a backwards Commercials sideline kick was badly misplaced giving Luke Delahunty the opportunity to drive through but his effort at lead point went wrong side of the post also.

With the light fast-fading and extra-time a probability, the game was decided in the final minute of normal time. Having missed his opportunity of a point a minute earlier, Delahunty once again used his pace to get clear and decided to go low for goal. The initial attempt was repelled but credit to Luke for a cool hand and head, he dispatched the rebound to the net and victory for the Rovers.

Shane Ryan, Tadgh Condon, Enda Dunphy, Ciaran Cannon, Padraic Looram, Conal Kennedy, Cian Smith and Ryan Lambe all put in good shifts for the town side over the hour.

A minute’s silence: Before the game a minute’s silence was poignantly observed in memory of Pat Coen, Fr Tirry Park, Fethard. As a mark of respect to the family and the Fethard GAA Club, the Dr O’Hurley Band who had been arranged for the pre-match parade was cancelled.

Clonmel Commercials: Shane Ryan, Thomas Charles, Tadgh Condon, Michael Connellan, Billy Tierney, Ciaran Cannon (02, 0-1F), Padraic Looram, Conal Kennedy, Jack Kennedy (capt., 0-3F), Peter McGarry, Cian Smith (0-4, 0-2F), Ryan Lambe, Sean Kennedy, Darragh O’Connor, Rory O’Dowd.

Subs: Ross Peters for J. Kennedy (inj., 23 mins); Enda Dunphy and Michael Murphy for O’Connor and Charles (HT); Cillian Fahey for Kennedy (57 mins); Moyle Rovers: Shane Ryan, Killian Butler, Graham Vaughan, Michael O’Reilly, Cillian Crowe, Luke Boland, Brian McKeown, Ben Owens, Rory Collins (0-1), Cian O’Sullivan, Peter Acheson, Dara Ryan (0-1), Sean Cotter, Ger O’Sullivan (0-6, 0-4F), Shane Foley.

Subs: Luke Delahunty (1-0) for Cotter (40 mins); Diarmuid Foley for O’Reilly (53 mins); Anthony Phelan for O’Sullivan (50 mins). Referee: Derek O’Mahoney (Ardfinnan).

PHOTO LEFT: Moyle Rovers full-forward Ger O’Sullivan accepts the Man of the Match award from John Quirke, Cahir Jewellers. PHOTO RIGHT: Moyle Rovers captain Shane Foley accepts the Clonmel Oil South Tipperary SFC cup from Rian Condon (Clonmel Oil). On left is Nicholas Moroney, South Board chairman.

Moyle Rovers captain Shane Foley with team members, supporters and mascots

celebrate with the cup after Moyle Rovers overcame Clonmel Commercials in the Clonmel Oil South Tipperary Senior Football Championship final played at Fethard on Wednesday night of last week.

the week in sport

COUNTY TIPPERARY GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

Men’s Golf: NCBI Results: Last weekend we had the NCBI stableford competition with all the proceeds going to the NCBI (National Council for the Blind in Ireland) The two competitors going through to represent the club in the Munster Final in Castletroy Golf Club are; Lawrence Hickey with 40pts and Ian Gough with 39pts.

Junior Cup:

Our Junior Cup team put up a wonderful challenge to Thurles Golf Club in the East Munster quarter final, but unfortunately we came off second best.

The team were: Paul O’Connor, Brian Everard, Andrew Burke, Brian Slattery and Aidan Murphy. The reserve players; were Paddy Dunne and Larry Shanahan. The team managers; Edmond

Tobin and Vice Captain Danny O’Dwyer.

9-Hole Mid-week:

The results of last week’s midweek 9-hole Competition; in 1st place Michael O’Grady with 22pts, in 2nd place Joe Murray with 21pts. Best Gross went to Derek Hayes 14pts.

Ladies Golf:

Our Tuesday morning scramble was won by Rochelle O’Sullivan,

SLIEVENAMON GOLF CLUB

It’s been another action packed week at Slievenamon as the course echoed to the sweet peals of childish laughter - and that was just the Members teasing each other mercilessly at the Mixed Competition on Monday night!

Any hint of sunshine is encouraging families to drop over to try out the Mini Golf and Adventure Course, and many a young golfer has looked in awe and amazement at the sight of our more seasoned Members heading out in their buggies to play the main Course. It is only a short step to them taking to the big game … On to our serious golfing news first.

Last Weekend’s Men’s Singles Competition was kindly sponsored by Dean Kelleher of DK Coaching and the Competition was won by Jim O’Brien (15) with a whopping 47 points (which earned poor Jim - who played the game of his life - an immediate scalping from Golf Ireland) . In 2nd spot on 37 points was MJ O’Donnell (5), while Michael W O’Meara (13) took 3rd spot with 37 points. Best Gross went to Brian Higgins (7) on 33 points. Meanwhile, John Doheny won Week 4 of the Slievenamon Golf Club Silver Jubilee Open Competition.

Due to the Vice Captain’s Competition being scheduled for the weekend of 20/21 July, the final week of the Jubilee Series has been extended into a further week. The final week for qualification will take place from

Wednesday 24th to Sunday 28th July, with a minimum of 3 cards required to qualify for the Final, which is scheduled to take place in August. There is still time to enter and be in with a chance for fantastic prizes, all the while helping the very worthy cause of the Brothers of Charity, South Tipperary Services, so we would invite everyone who has not yet done so to try their hand.

In our Ladies Sun/Tues 9 Hole Competition of 14-16 Jul, Margaret O’Brien was top dog on 14 points, just stealing ahead of Kathleen Kelly in 2nd on 13 points, while Gabrielle Scofield took 3rd place on 11 points. Meanwhile in the Ladies Sun/ Tues 18 Hole Stroke Max Competition, Breda Foley won on 70 points on count back, with Marie Quirke a close 2nd on 70 points, and Catherine O’Connor in 3rd on 72 points.

Wednesday’s Senior Competition saw the Seniors take to the Course in fine weather to play a rumble, with the Course conditions resulting in high scores all round.

Winners on 104 points were Jim O’Brien, Brendan Clancy and Michael Dullea.

2nd on 95 points were Danny Ryan, Terry O’Brien and Nigel O’Donnell, while 3rd place with 93 pints went to John O’Brien, Sean Aylward and Dan Hayes.

Back to our ladies again for Thursday’s Scramble Division 1 which was won by the team of J Murphy,K Ryan and M Walsh on

Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club Mixed Scramble Winners Left to Right Patsy O’Connor (representing the sponsor O’Connor Julian Veterinary Clinic Cashel), Thomas Moran, Jacinta Coman, Lady Captain & team Member Mary O’Donnell & Vice Captain Marie Graves.

County Tipperary Golf & Country Club winner of the Captain’s Prize for a second time. Looking very pleased holding the Captain’s Prize and the Crowe Cup is Tipperary Hurling Hero Declan Ryan with his wife Olive and the Club Captain Daniel Kennedy Gwen Willis and Catherine Moloney.

Our 9-hole qualifier July 16th and 17th was wone by 1st Libby Ryan (16.8) 22 pts. 2nd Kitty Byrne (43) 21 pts. 3rd Patricia Moran (24.2) 21 pts.

Mixed Scramble: We had a very successful mixed scramble Thursday July 18th kindly sponsored by O’Connor Julian Veterinary Clinic Cashel. In 1st place Jacinta Coman,

target for anyone else to match on Sunday. Well done to Pat

a score of 15.0. 2nd were M McEvoy, J Morrisey and M Comerford with 21.0, while 3rd place went to N Daly, K Harrington and B O’Dwyer, also on 21.0.

Pat Johnson wins Vice Captain’s Prize

Our big golfing event of the week was the Vice Captain’s Prize, held over the weekend of 20 and 21 July. Members were out in force to support the very popular Brian Moore, and despite the harbingers of doom that make up Met Eireann, the weather stayed mostly fine, and certainly not something that would bother our

determined golfers.

Pat Johnston set the pace on Saturday, carding a 41 to put it up to the Sunday competitors. It proved to be too high a bar and Pat was proudly announced. In order, the full list of winners included.

1st Pat Johnson (9) on 41 pts

2nd Sean O’Dea (26) on 40 pts

3rd Peter Kelleher (9) on 39 pts

4th Eamon Power (16) on 38 pts

5th William McGarry (11) on 38 pts

Best Gross was Ian McLoughlin (4) on 33 points

21st & 24th is an 18-hole S/F. On Thursday 25th we have a 9-hole qualifier.

President’s Prize Ladies & Gents:

Next weekend July 27th & 28th is President Paddy Fitzgearld President’s Prize, another very exciting competition.

All who are playing please put your name on the BRS for the Men and for the Ladies put your name on the sheet beside the computer or let Caroline know. All our members extend their best wishes to President Paddy.

Senior Golfers:

Lady Captain Mary O’Donnell, Liam McInerney and Thomas Moran with 25.0. In 2nd was the team of Phyllis Heffernan, Mary Lonergan, Liam O’Sullivan and Tommy Grogan with 26.7.

In 3rd place Judy Hayes, Patricia Moran, Raymond Davern and Jack Maher with a score of 27.0. In 4th place Cora Morrissey, Rosemary Maher, John Ryan (c) and P.J. Kelly with 27.1.

This week’s competition July

The results of last week’s 15hole Champagne Scramble; in 1st place John Grogan, Pat Leahy, Dave O’Sullivan and Gerry Maher with 93pts, in 2nd place Tom Kennedy, Charlie Gaffney, Noel McGuire and Pat O’Gorman with 78pts & in 3rd place Sean Crosse, Liam Ryan (Cashel) Pat Ryan (Golden) and Tom O’Donnell with 77pts.

Friday Open Singles: In 1st place Stephen Ryan with 45pts; 2nd David Dennehy with 42pts; 3rd Niall O’Dwyer with 39pts.

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Longest Drive was won by Michael Ryan

parents and children

Closest to the pin was Tommy Branch

Fron 9 was won by Graham O’Reilly

Back 9 went to Hugh Bowes

Winners of the Lucky Dip were Con Lucy and Rory Doherty

Our thanks to O’Dwyers Golf for sponsoring the event, and of course our congratulations to Brian for a very successful weekend. Meanwhile in our Adventure Centre, we were delighted to welcome Breda Casey, Knocknagree, Cian Cronin Rathmore and

gangsters from Kanturk - who popped up to visit us having read about us on google and quickly made themselves firm favourites with everyone at the Club.

Mini Golf and Adventure Centre is so popular these days We are absolutely delighted with the upturn in visits to the Mini Golf and Adventure Centre, helping to make our Golf Club one that truly serves the wider community and is an attraction for young and old and for people of all abilities.

Pat Johnson (left) being presented with first prize by Vice Captain Brian Moore. Pat scored 41 points on Saturday which proved to big a

The O’Shea family, Cloneen at had a great time at the Slievenamon Golf Club Adventure experience last week. The attraction is proving to be

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Marty Cronin, from Mallow - the self styled Kiely

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CAHIR PARK GOLF CLUB

Deirdre O’Neill wins Captain Pauline’s Prize

Weather forecast for Saturday, Ladies Captain’s Prize Day, was doom and gloom and Ladies Committee wisely deferred start of play by 90 minutes to allow the water saturated clouds pass over Cahir Park Golf Club.

The wise decision allowed all golfers enjoy a comfortable game, 18 Holes Stroke in warm air, strong winds at times, but overall, a bright dry day.

The course, as has been the position all Summer, was in excellent order. The pin positions difficult, as Men’s Junior Cup Team v Faithlegg G.C. were on the heels of the Ladies and the competitive edge was respected by all parties to the Game of Golf. One shot separated each of the Ladies who won prizes.

The cheers went high to the clouds on Saturday night for Deirdre O’Neill, Winner of President’s Prize to Ladies in 2023 and now, proving her excellent golf skills once again, on a score of 74 Nett playing off 15 H/C, to secure 2024 Ladies Captain’s Prize.

Captain Pauline Mulcahy thanked everyone who supported the Day, Course Staff, Catering team, ProShop staff, Ladies Committee and her Family.

Pauline was delighted to present Deirdre with the Cahir Park Ladies Captains’ Trophy and Captain’s Prize and congratulated Deirdre and all the Prize winners.

A night of celebrations and excellent food followed, and thoughts turn, for many, to next year’s Prize Day and the hope of better luck.

Congratulations Captain Pauline on a wonderful Prize Day.

Congratulations to Deirdre O’Neill and all the Prize winners. Best wishes for continued success.

The full results were as follows:

1st Deirdre O’Neill playing off 15 with a nett 74

2nd Breeda Wall playing off 25 Nett 75 c/b

Gross Susie Burke playing off 11 with a Nett 88

3rd Margaret Gill playing off 18 with a Nett 75

4th Kathleen Alton playing off 19 with a Nett 76

Past Captain; Chris Noonan playing 24 with a Nett 77

5th Lisa Blackett playing off 27 with a nett 77 c/b

6th Phil Kehoe playing off 32 with a nett 77

Front 9; Catherine English playing off 31 with a nett 34

Back 9; Ann O’ Brien playing off 24 with a nett 38.

9 Hole competition; Fiona Rea playing off 36 with a nett 17. Mens Teams

Congratulations to our Barton Shield team for their fantastic performance on Saturday last as

they overcame Waterford Castle at Fota Island, followed by a great win against Youghal on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday morning they faced Thurles in the East Munster semi-final again at Fota Island. Our pairings were Cathrach & Emmet Leahy and Ian Flannery & Gary Morrison another excellent win for the team. 72 holes in 2 days is a big ask for any team and off the lads went again on Sunday afternoon in the East Munster final against Lee Valley. It was a close game throughout with the overall score level after 13 holes. Unfortunately Lee Valley got the upper hand at the end and secured the victory. Well done to the panel and management who brought us on a great journey this year.

Hard luck to our Junior Cup Team, who lost to Faithlegg in after playoff holes in round 4 of the competition. Thanks to the team and management for their dedication all year.

Mr Don Quill’s Captain Prize On Tuesday the 23rd Dons programme of events kicks off with a Men’s Seniors 12 Hole Competition from 8.30am.

The captain’s prize will take place Friday August 2nd (Tee times from 12pm to 4pm ) Saturday August 3rd (Tee times from 7.30am to 4pm) and Sunday August 4th (Tee times from 7.30am to 11am). The playoff will be played over 12 holes on Sunday evening Shotgun start) and will be followed by the presentation of prizes in the clubhouse at

8.30pm. Finger Food & evening entertainment will take place at 9.30pm. Entry is €25 which includes BBQ on the 10th Tee and a meal in the clubhouse after your round. Junior members may play on either Friday 2nd or Saturday 3rd and will compete over 18 holes for the Junior prize. Junior Entry €10. Timesheet in the Pro Shop - please phone or call in to add your name into a 30 minute slot, the draw for playing partners will take place on Wednesday evening 31st July.

Mens Results

ABP Taylormade 18 Hole Open

Singles Stableford - 16th, 17th & 18th of July

Weekly Winners : Cat 1(-to 6) James McNamara playing off 6 had 38points

Cat 2 (7 to 13) Keelan Hickey playing off 10 had 38 points

Cat 3 (14 to 21) Andrew Dillon playing off 20 had 37 points

Cat 4 (22 to 56) John Burnett playing off 22 had 39 points

Sunday 14th Of July Men`s 18

Hole S/Ford Competition

1st Shane O`Gorman playing off 18 had 43 points

2nd Micheal Burke playing off 17 had 41 points

3rd Jo Jo Magee playing off 22 had 39 points

Mens 9H Weekly Winner 1st to 5th of July Alan Ahearne

Mens 9H Weekly Winner 8th to 12th of July John Hughes

We are hiring!

We are Hiring Bar/Restaurant staff for summer work. You must be over 18 and be available to

Fred Daly Team

The club wishes the very best of luck to

and

on Monday.

off is at 12.50pm and all support is welcome.

Barton Shield Hard luck to Martin Kane and his Barton Shield squad who were eliminated from this year’s competition in Fota Island. The morning round saw the Clonmel pairings overcome the challenge of Skibbereen and on to a match against Thurles in the afternoon, where we fell just short.

Results - Clonmel Oil Singles

This weekend we had the running of two singles competitions kindly sponsored by Clonmel Oil. Saturday’s Blue Tees competition was won by John Hoctor with a great score of 41pts which was enough for a comfortable victory over Chris O’Flaherty who came home in 2nd with 37pts. The Yellow Tees competition on Sunday was a closer affair. Coming out on top with another fantastic score was Brendan Keating with 39pts. Brendan saw off the challenge of young Callum Condon who returns to the prize winners circle with 38pts. Brendan also wins the bonus prize 2-Day Aggregrate Score with 72pts, showing some very consistent scoring over the 2 days on different courses.

Clonmel Oil Singles Stableford Full Results

Saturday 20th July - Blue Tees 1st John Hoctor 41pts 2nd Chris O’Flaherty 37pts (B9) Sunday 21st July - Yellow Tees 1st Brendan Keating 39pts 2nd Callum Condon 38pts Men’s Fixtures

The Semiton sponsored Pavilion Cup (POY) is scheduled for Sunday the 28th July. This is a POY event. Entry fee €7.

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

Junior Golf

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

Lady Captain’s Prize

We wish our Lady Captain, Eta Barry Walsh, all the best for her Captain’s Prize day next Saturday.

The prize winners pictured with Captains Don Quill and Pauline Mulcahy, Juniors Captain Bella Healy and President Francis McCarthy.jpg

Deirdre O’Neill who won Paul Adamson President’s Prize last year has done it again by winning the 2024 Ladies Captain’s Prize at Cahir Park Golf Club. A delighted Deirdre is pictured here accepting her prize from Lady Capt Pauline Mulcahy.

County Tipperary Golf & Country Club winner of the Lady Captain Mary O’Donnel’s Captain’s Prize with a beautiful painting of Dundrum House. The Lady Captain had chosen a painting of Dundrum House by Sarah Cornor as her first prize, which she presented to Michele, who came from Donegal to work as a receptionist in Dundrum House many years ago and married family member Seamus Crowe. Michele also received the Captain’s Cup sponsored by the ten most recent Captains.

Junior

Liam Kennedy

his Junior Boys Fred Daly Team who play Cork in the Fred Daly regional final at Monkstown Golf Club

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Fastnet Breeze clocks sensational time in winning run at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium

The semi-finals of The Cloughtaney Kennels A3/A4 550 Stake were up for decision on Friday night’s card at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium. Pat McNamara’s Frankfurt after a very impressive run the previous week made himself the front runner for outright honours after a very impressive run in the second semi-final. Sharing the early lead with Calledyourbluff and Cagey Pauline he railed best of the trio to lead into the far side. From here with a tremendous turn of foot went away from his rivals and despite Rockhouse Eddie’s strong finishing kick held all the advantages on the run in to win in 30.11.

A somewhat likewise run in the opening semi-final from the Paraic Campion trained for his brother T.J from Glencoole, Ballycoole Boss, saw him dominate from traps to line to beat Wilderness Dream in 30.39.

Two very strong running types over this distance in the final next week should provide a cracking climax to what has been a very competitive competition from flag fall.

BIGGEST CHEER FOR YOUNG JOHNNY BARRY

The biggest cheer of the night came after the second sprint when Free Hunter landed his carer fifth win for owner Johnny Barrett. Ninety-one years young

here to see his sprinter give him a birthday surprise the experienced sprinter used the rails very well to win in 16.63.

Down To Business who hails from an exceptional litter produced his best performance to date for owners Darragh Kelly and Sharon Mulcahy and trainer Bernadette Connolly with the run of the night when clocking a sensational 28.51. Early pace and a powerful back straight run proved the key to his fifth career success.

GREAT CLAIR WINS AGAIN

Carrick-on-Suir owner Peter Hattemore had Great Clair once again on the winner’s podium, her third on the trot, with a trap-to-line run in the penultimate race of the night narrowly holding on in 29.59.

Cahir owner David O’Neill went home in a positive mood after Chamberlain Bill gave a trap-to-line performance when winning the finale in 29.35.

A strong run late on in the opening race on Sunday night saw Tom Kiely’s Cuteen Meg win in 30.12.

This was followed by a trapto-line show from Margaret Enright’s Coolbeg Meg to win the second in 29.50.

CAHIR DOUBLE

Kathleen Keyes and David O’Neill from Cahir sent out Lady

Aaron O’Hanlon, trainer of Fastnet Breeze who set Clonmel Track alight on Friday night last with a sensational time of 28.47 in a trap-to-line win. The winner is owned by Alex Callachan

Lough to produce her best run to date when taking her third career race in 29.02.

Following on from that Chamberlain Lily stole the

following race with a very strong showing along the rails on the run-in to win in 29.30.

The Hattemores, Peter, Dora, Petra and Arola, were delight-

ed with the finishing run from Heathview Lynda who added to her ten race wins when taking the A5 in 29.29.

William Esmonde from Ban-

sha was quite pleased with Yahoo Bucks’s run in the third race of the night as he produced a trapto-line run in a very fast 28.79.

SENSATIONAL TIME FOR FETHARD’S ESKVALE BERTIE

This was then followed by a smart run in the A1 when the Fethard’s Eskvale Bertie owned by Paul Davies produce a sensational run to notch up his tenth career win in a very impressive 28.60.

The Aaron

for

set the track alight with a trap-toline run win a sensational 28.47 run destroying his opposition in the process.

SPECIAL BENEFIT NIGHT FOR ODHRAN AHEARNE

On August 16 next at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium there is a special benefit night for young Odhran Ahearne. Odhran was born nine weeks premature and has been diagnosed with Biliary Atresia and has already gone through quite a lot of life changing surgery. Tickets are on sale for the benefit night to support the medical treatment for Odhran and your support would be gratefully appreciated by his mother Chloe Prout and dad Eoin Ahearn on the night.

Face painting and treats for the young people will all be included on what should be a fantastic night for the adults for a very worthy cause.

Daniel Gibbons receiving the Clonmel Track Members Aa4 Stake trophy from Tommy Caffrey after Howareyounow’s win with trainer Maurice Organ, Stan Boles, Pat Mescal, Sarah Kinsella and Gerard Organ.

David O’Neill and Kathleen Keyes from Cahir with Chamberlain Lily after she triumphed at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium on Friday night last. Chamberlain Lily won with a very strong showing along the rails on the run-in to win in 29.30.

O’Hanlon trained

Alex Callachan Fastnet Breeze

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

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