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The following is a statment released by Dr Alan Moore of the Save Parkville Farm Group, to the Tipp Echo newspaper
“On behalf of the Save Parkville Farm Group, Dr Alan Moore expressed his delight at the decision of An Bord Pleanala to support the appeal against Coolmore’s application to demolish the vernacular farmyard at Parkville, Clonmel. Moore believes that the demolition of the iconic farm courtyard which is prominently sited beside the Fethard road to Clonmel would have been completely unjustified given that the buildings are not only beautiful ,but also completely repairable and could be adapted to accommodate a range of different uses. He also drew attention to the very significant public interest in their preservation which included a lively protest demonstration in October last year which drew more than seventy people (images) and the formation of a group of over 90 local residents and
landowners in the Save Parkville Group. Moore is also secretary of Hedgerows Ireland and recalls that his organisation was initially approached by residents when Parkville was sold in relation to their concerns about Coolmore’s intentions in relation to the trees, hedges and duck pond on the 65 acre farm. These relate to what Moore describes as an established pattern of ‘landscape erasure’ by Coolmore who, he claims, typically remove derelict buildings, internal hedges, trees and ditches and other landscape features when they buy land for tillage.
‘Everyone knows about this issue and people are really distressed by it’ , he claims , ‘but are afraid to speak out given Coolmore’s power and their role as an employer in the area.’
“The 37 page Save Parkville Group’s appeal document drew attention to a range of alleged failings in the local authority’s original decision to grant permission to demolish Parkville. Primarily,
they say that the decision ran directly counter to the recommendations of the Tipperary County Development Plan which states that ‘There will be a presumption against the demolition of derelict buildings where restoration or adaptation is a feasible option’ and that ‘It is the policy of the Council to seek the sympathetic restoration, appropriate reuse and maintenance of buildings/features which are considered to be of local and vernacular importance’. However, says Moore, the Council’s own internal report by its Conservation Officer failed to address the feasibility of restoration or adaptation of the farmyard buildings. The Group’s appeal document included in its Appendix two expert recommendations from a renovation stonemason and an architectural historian which both strongly endorsed the retention and restoration of Parkville.
“The Save Parkville group who have previously written to John Magnier seeking a meeting to dis-
at the decision’
cuss the future of the farmyard are now hoping for an opportunity to share some of their ideas with him for the exciting possibilities presented by renovation and reuse of the prominent and iconic building.
“They are also drawing atten-
tion to the direct criticism by An Bord Pleanala of Tipperary Co Council’s planning process. The official letter from the Bord stated that demolition of Parkville would “be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area”. This is a serious rebuke to the local authority, says Moore and raises the question of how many other similar demolitions have been previously approved and how many other vernacular buildings may still be at risk if changes in policy and practice are not immediately applied.
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Tipperary Sinn Féin Councillor David Dunne has said that the consideration of appeals submitted to An Bord Pleanála regarding the planned wastewater treatment plant in Grangemockler gives the time to resolve the shortcomings of the original plan.
Responding to confirmation that An Bord Pleanála is examining three appeals to the proposed development, the Cathaoirleach of the Carrick-on-Suir Municipal District said:
“The fact that this incomplete plan would be appealed was entirely predictable.
“Previously I pointed out that this proposal excluded communities in the locality of the N76 and Mill Road, and would prohibit future connections to the upgraded system in the future.
“Effectively, the proposal in its current form would result in an incomplete development, that would leave the sewage needs of areas unaddressed, while hindering future developments in the wider community.
“I call on all other local representatives to work with me and use the time we have – between now and January 2026 - to get this plan revised so that the locality of the N76 and Mill Road are not excluded, and that we are provided with a sewage system that serves all those who need it, and which is designed to cater for future developments.” - Cllr Dunne
“I welcome the fact that the consideration of these appeals will allow more time for the whole plan to be reconsidered. It is my intention to use this time to highlight the prevailing opinion locally that this plan is exclusionary and must be revisited and improved.
“I am also calling on the local government TD to row in behind this campaign. He now has the opportunity to reinforce his previous misgivings about his development with solid actions to ensure that the real needs of the area are reflected in a revised design plan that addresses the current and future needs of wider area.
“The time for half measures on the part of successive governments must end. The current and future needs of communities in the area must be met. We have the
time to do this, and we must seize this opportunity to the needs of homes and businesses throughout the area to be provided for.
“I have a track record in putting the communities I serve first. I cannot stand by and see an opportunity wasted to improve the services for all those who need it.
“I call on all other local representatives to work with me and use the time we have – between now and January 2026 - to get this plan revised so that the locality of the N76 and Mill Road are not excluded, and that we are provided with a sewage system that serves all those who need it, and which is designed to cater for future developments.”
Cathaoirleach of the Sinn Féin party in North Tipperary, Dan Harty has said that average rents of €1,114 per month in Tipperary are not normal.
Mr. Harty was responding to the latest figures published by the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB), which show that renters in new tenancies in Tipperary are now paying €1,644 more in rent per year, an increase of 12.3% compared to last year.
He said that it does not have to be this way and urged the government to listen to Sinn Féin, and cut rents and ban increases for three years.
Nenagh Sinn Féin’s Damien O’Donoghue stated,
“An average rent of €1,114 in Tipperary is not normal.
“The latest RTB figures show that rents for new tenants in Tipperary rose by 12.3% in the last 12 months and 6.8% for existing tenants.
Mr. O’Donoghue continued, “This means that renters in Tipperary are now paying €1,644 more a year in rent because of this Fianna Fáil / Fine Gael / Lowry government. It’s a rip-off.
“Once again, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael are making life harder for renters, who now have even higher rents and even greater insecurity.
Mr. Harty concluded by saying, “How are regular working people expected to afford these rents? How are they supposed to save for a deposit to buy a home?
“It doesn’t have to be this way. This can be sorted.
“We need to cut rents and ban increases for three years. We need to give young people a chance.”
Cathal Ó hÉanna, Cahir LEA
Sinn Féin local representative, welcomes Tipperary County Council’s commitment to improve road surface during road works in Cahir.
Cathal Ó hÉanna, Sinn Féin’s local representative in Cahir, has welcomed a commitment from Tipperary County Council to address the concerns raised by local residents regarding the condition of the road surface during works outside Cahir Post Office.
“Over recent weeks, motorists
and residents have contacted me with serious concerns about unmarked holes, uneven surfaces, and mounds of tarmac along the open lane of the road.
“These issues have created unnecessary hazards for drivers, particularly during the darker autumn mornings, with some residents reporting near damage to their vehicles.
“I raised these matters directly with the Council, who have acknowledged the situation, apologised for the inconvenience caused,
and confirmed that contractors carrying out the works have now been instructed to apply a temporary asphalt surface to level the trenches and prevent further deterioration.
“This is a welcome step, and I will continue to monitor the situation to ensure that the works are completed to a standard that guarantees road safety for all who use it.
“Local residents deserve safe and accessible roads, and I will continue to work on their behalf to make sure these standards are upheld.”
The green light has been given to fund the purchase of a new Mobility Transport Cancer Care vehicle for South Tipperary, Fine Gael Deputy Michael Murphy has said.
A total of €1.7 million to deliver 32 vehicles has been announced under the 2025 CLÁR programme today (Friday) by Fine Gael Minister Jerry Buttimer, along with Minister Dara Calleary. The vehicles will provide much needed support for people with reduced mobility accessing day care, medical and other services, and for people that require transport services to access cancer treatment.
This funding is also supporting the purchase of vital vehicles by community first responders, search and rescue organisations and meals on wheels groups.
BOOST FOR THE CAHIR DAY CARE CENTRE
Deputy Michael Murphy said: “This is a great boost for the Cahir Day Care Centre and its service users in South Tipperary. The work being done by the volunteers and organisers to make life that little bit easier for people must never be under-estimated.
“Every support must continue to be given to our more vulnerable residents and today’s funding announcement will enable Cahir Day Care Centre to
buy a vehicle that is properly kitted out, safe and comfortable for those travelling in it.”
Minister Jerry Buttimer said: “The CLÁR programme is providing funding to support vital services in some of our most rural areas, particularly for those with acute medical and accessibility challenges. These services give greater independence to individuals and their families, and empowers them to live fulfilled lives within their communities. Supporting the work that these groups do is a key Fine Gael commitment to rural Ireland and follows on from the great work undertaken in our Department by Heath-
er Humphreys.
“We all know the immense value of these organisations in our communities. The volunteers in our community, first responders and search and rescue organisations are those who we turn to in some of the most challenging of circumstances. I’m delighted to be able to assist them in the critical services they provide. I’m also pleased that our Department is able to support meals on wheels services that are vital to assist the elderly and vulnerable in their own homes.
“I know this investment of €1.7 million will make a real difference to people’s lives,” he concluded.
ANEW BOOK, Mons Star to the Royal Irish Regiment by Mary Anne Maher (Ballingarry, Co. Tipperary) and Larry Scallan (Retd. Comdt. Irish Defence Forces, James Stephens Bks., Kilkenny, Wexford native, residing in Kilkenny City), which researches soldiers mostly from Tipperary (Clonmel being the Depot of the Regiment), Kilkenny, Wexford and Waterford, was recently launched to great reception.
This one of a kind book details the order of deployment, rank and alphabetical order of the regiment’s 1,928 men who were awarded the ‘Mons’ Star medal given to men who served in France or Belgium between the day after Britain’s declaration of war against the Central Powers on August 5, 1914 and the end of First Battle of Ypres on November 22, 1914.
Authors Maher and Scallan have a long-standing shared interest in the Royal Irish Regiment due to the fact that both had a great-granduncle killed in an engagement between the regiment and the German army in Le Pilly, France in October 1914, where just under 180 were killed over the period of 19-31 October 1914 & where just under 400 men were taken prisoner of war.
The book is the culmination of four years of this research and includes details such as a post-war address for 72% of the soldiers and the names and locations of when and where over 800 men were taken prisoner of war.
Following lectures in Kilkenny, Wexford and Waterford, the authors will hops a lecture in Clonmel library next Wednesday evening, 24th September at 6:45pm where details from their recent publication as well as stories on some soldier from Tipperary such as the Hogan brothers from Carrick on Suir who had a one son a casualty on 23 August 1914 the first day of engagement between the British and German armies in Mons and on 12th November 1918 the day after the Armistice. All are welcome.
For more information or to book contact Clonmel Library at 052 616130 or email clonmellibrary@tipperarycoco.ie or check out details online https://www.tipperarylibraries.ie/event/history-lecture-atclonmel-library-mons-stars-to-the-royal-irish-regiment/
EduFIT is reaching out to let women throughout Tipperary know about ‘MenoWell Tipperary’, a FREE 6-week online expertled and evidence-based lifestyle medicine-focused exercise, nutrition, and health education programme promoting wellness for women in all stages of adult life.
This programme is designed to support, educate, and empower women in preparation for changes in midlife, for women experiencing the menopausal transition, and for supporting women in life after menopause.
EduFIT would greatly appreciate it if you could share this. We have attached the MenoWell Tipperary poster which contains a QR code for easy sign-up or it can be accessed from this webpage: https://edufit.ie/menowell-tipperary/ The ‘MenoWell Tipperary’ programme is designed and delivered by EduFIT and is free for women because it is funded by Tipperary County Council, Healthy Tipperary, and Sláintecare.
Tipperary schools and families are being asked to use the superpower of reading to support this year’s MS Readathon.
This comes as Meath footballer Cillian O’Sullivan has backed the major fundraiser for MS Ireland, which kicks off on 1st November.
The Royals forward has been living with the neurological condition, which came as a ‘bolt out of the blue’ in late 2023. And he told how acknowledging the rollercoaster of emotions through therapy has helped him to manage it.
The 31-year-old clinical psychologist, who lives in Dublin with wife Caoimhe, is now encouraging Tipperary families to sign up to this year’s MS Readathon, calling it a way to unlock learning and raise vital funds for MS services. One of Ireland’s longest-running charity events, it has inspired a love of reading among young people across the country for the past 39 years.
“MS is one of the most common neurological conditions in the country. I would be upfront about it, sharing my diagnosis with close friends and family,” said O’Sullivan.
“I would have been in therapy before I had the diagnosis, so I knew the benefit of going back and talking about the feelings; the anxiety, the fear and the shame, and working through those rather than locking them in a room.”
As a child at Gaelscoil na Ríthe in Dunshaughlin, Co Meath, taking part in the MS Readathon transported him to a world of wonder and learning.
“In a way your ability to read and to discern is a superpower,” said the inter-county star.
Taking part in the MS Readathon is simple – after registering at msreadathon.ie, participants are encouraged to read as many books as possible between November 1 and December 15, while seeking sponsorship from family and friends to raise funds.
This helps support over 11,000 people living with MS and their families, according to MS chief executive, Ava Battles. “We are looking for schools across Tipperary to sign up for Readathon and use our support materials to set reading challenges for pupils that will inspire their imaginations and create a positive habit that can last a lifetime,” she said.
“And it’s not just schools that share the joy of the Readathon – families, book clubs, workplaces and groups of all ages will be helping us to raise vital funds for essential services for the MS com-
munity in Ireland.”
After his diagnosis, Cillian said one of the first things he did was to research athletes and MS because he knew that the power of stories allows us to understand that others have walked the path before us.
“I think if I can be helpful to anyone in any way by being authentic about it and being open and honest, I want to be.
“You get messages of support when you share your story.
“I don’t see any shame or feel any fear about that. We are a country where shame was weaponised quite a lot and we have to address that.”
*For more on how to register, go to www.msreadathon.ie.
Women in Tipperary are being encouraged to register for a national webinar aimed at giving you the practical tools, confidence and inspiration to protect your heart health.
The Irish Heart Foundation-organised free online event on World Heart Day, next Monday, 29th September, comes as new research shows lack of motivation, stress and a concern that health checks are too expensive are preventing women from protecting their cardiovascular health.
The Ipsos data for the charity’s Her Heart Matters campaign, which is supported by the Department of Health Women’s Health Fund and the HSE also shows that just over half of women (51%) say they know the symptoms of heart disease and stroke.
Broadcaster Maura Derrane will MC the online webinar, ‘Her Heart Matters 2025: How every woman can take charge of her heart health’, which will feature Dr Louise Fitzgerald, GP and clinical lead in menopause and occupational health.
It will explore the key symptoms of heart disease and stroke in women – how they can differ from men, how life stages like menopause affect your heart and practical, realistic steps to help lower your risk of heart disease and stroke.
The event will also feature the compelling personal story of 53-year-old Sharon Butler from Mahon in Cork, who never imag-
ined that a quiet birthday celebration in 2019 would mark the beginning of a life-altering journey.
“It was my 46th birthday. My daughter Robyn and I had been shopping, had lunch and came home. I was trying on a new pair of shoes when I felt this sudden rush up my chest and a pain in my oesophagus. I thought it was indigestion.”
Sharon’s colour had changed, and the pain was not passing. Despite her protests, Robyn rang Sharon’s partner James, who had just started his medical internship.
He told Sharon: “Women can present differently with heart attacks, and it does sound like you’re having a heart attack.”
They went directly to A&E in a taxi.
After six hours and numerous tests, a doctor confirmed she had suffered a heart attack.
The next day, Sharon underwent an angiogram. It was then that she first heard the term
SCAD (Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection). SCAD is an uncommon emergency condition in which a ‘tear’ happens within the layers of the wall of the artery. This leads to blood becoming trapped within the artery, forming a clot and causing a partial or complete blockage.
Sharon got in touch with the Irish Heart Foundation for support and continues to work with them today.
Janis Morrissey, the Irish Heart Foundation’s Director of Health Promotion, said that what women in Tipperary are being asked to do is take stock of where they are at and understand what factors impact their heart health.
“Even one small change can make a huge difference,” she said.
“It seems for many, life and lack of time is getting in the way, but it’s not about a drastic overhaul of lifestyle, just to ask themselves questions such as: am I stressed?, am I active?, how is my diet?, do I smoke?, when did I last have my blood pressure checked?
“The webinar will give us a space to Talk, Share and Empower each other - speak openly about heart health, share experiences, and support each other to take action.”
Register for the webinar, which runs from 12.30-1.45pm on Monday next, 29th September 29 at: www.eventbrite.ie (Her Heart Matters 2025: How every woman can take charge of her heart health).
We think about you always, We talk about you still. You have never been forgotten, And you never will. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain, To walk and guide us through our lives, Until we meet again x Mam.
Loved and missed always, Michelle, Jonathan, Jake and Aibhe x
In memory of my wife Ann Kiely whose second anniversary occurs on September 25th 2024.
Always remembered by her husband Batty, daughter Michelle, sons Barry and Adrian.
Dear are the memories, Precious they stay. No passing of time, Can take them away.
Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words, And missed beyond measure.
Loved always Your partner Issie xx
We miss you more today Mam than every other day combined.
Loved always Patrick, Susan, Claire, Rebecca, Peter, Joseph, Tom, Mary, Mona and Dom.
Circa 70 Acres or C.28.328 Hectares of Agricultural land at Slievenamon, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary.
Circa 70 Acres or C.28.328 Hectares of Agricultural land at Slievenamon, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary.
Circa 70 Acres or C.28.328 Hectares of Agricultural land at Slievenamon, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary.
Circa 70 Acres or C.28.328 Hectares of Agricultural land at Slievenamon, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary.
Circa 70 Acres or C.28.328 Hectares of Agricultural land at Slievenamon, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary.
Circa 70 Acres or C.28.328 Hectares of Agricultural land at Slievenamon, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary.
We John & Catherine O’Connor, intend to apply to the above Authority for Retention Planning Permission for (i) a converted attic in an existing dwelling (ii) elevational amendments to the existing dwelling, (iii) Garden polytunnel - and all associated site development works at Mountanglesby, Clogheen, Co. Tipperary.
We Kevin & Deirdre O’Mahony intend to apply to the above Authority for Retention Planning Permission for (i) position of the existing vehicular entrance (ii) existing garage, as well as Planning Permission for (iii) a proposed extension to the existing dwelling - and all associated site works at Skeheenaranky, Burncourt, Cahir, Co. Tipperary.
For Sale by Public Auction on 25th September 2025 at 3pm in Slievenamon Golf Club, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary. E91 D1F2
For Sale by Public Auction on 25th September 2025 at 3pm in Slievenamon Golf Club, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary. E91 D1F2
For Sale n on 25th D1F2
For Sale by Public Auction on 25th September 2025 at 3pm in Slievenamon Golf Club, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary. E91 D1F2
Land currently under grass of excellent quality
one block in the Golden Vale Region. C.7 km from the town of Clonmel.
For Sale by Public Auction on 25th September 2025 at 3pm in Slievenamon Golf Club, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary. E91
Land currently under grass of excellent quality
For Sale by Public Auction on 25th September 2025 at 3pm in Slievenamon Golf Club, Clonacody, Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary. E91
Solicitor - Niall Corr & Company solicitors, 32 Malahide Road, Clontarf West, Dub lin 5. tel - 01 8312828
Laid out in one block in the Golden Vale Region.
C.7 km from the town of Clonmel.
D1F2
The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
Solicitor - Niall Corr & Company solicitors, 32 Malahide Road, Clontarf West, Dub tel - 01 8312828
D1F2
currently under grass of excellent quality
The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
Further Information Under Planning Reference Number 2460925, We Marie Costigan & Damien Condon, intend to apply to the above Authority for Planning Permission to construct a dwelling, entrance, waste water treatment system - and all associated site development works at Mortlestown, Cahir, Co. Tipperary. Significant further information in relation to the application has been furnished to the planning authority and is available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the authority during its public opening hours. The significant further information includes the submission of an Archaeological Impact Assessment. A submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20, not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice by the planning authority.
Company solicitors, 32 Malahide Road, Clontarf West, Dub lin 5. tel - 01 8312828
Solicitor - Niall Corr & Company solicitors, 32 Malahide Road, Clontarf West, Dub lin 5. tel - 01 8312828
Laid out in one block in the Golden Vale Region.
Map & Brochure available from auctioneer
C.7 km from the town of Clonmel.
& Brochure available from auctioneer
Map & Brochure available from auctioneer
Kearney Auctioneers, Kilree Street, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow.
Map & Brochure available from auctioneer
Licence No. 003625
Auctioneers, Kilree Street, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow. Licence No. 003625
Kearney Auctioneers, Kilree Street, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow. Licence No. 003625
Phone: 059 9723726 Email: info@kearneyauctioneers.com www.kearneyauctioneers.com
Kearney Auctioneers, Kilree Street, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow. Licence No. 003625
9723726 Email: info@kearneyauctioneers.com www.kearneyauctioneers.com
Phone: 059 9723726 Email: info@kearneyauctioneers.com www.kearneyauctioneers.com
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I, Martin Bourke, wish to apply for Planning Permission for the following:
A) Construct 8 No Dwelling Units, consisting of 6 No 1 Bed and 2 No 2 bed Duplex Apartments,
B) Site Services including Connection to previously granted public foul and surface water drainage system.
C) All associated site works
This development will form phase 2 of previously granted permission 2460342 and 2360219 at New Row, Templemore, Co. Tipperary. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
Signed: McHugh Glynn & Associates (0504) 31142.
FURTHER
Tipperary County Council Planning Reference 25/60483
Further Information/Revised Plans - Planning Reference No. 25/60483 have been submitted to Tipperary County Council by Ballyporeen Football Club for Planning Permission to Construct a spectator stand to serve existing playing field with all associated site development works and Retention Permission for as constructed walkway and existing Portacabin at Ballyporeen, Co. Tipperary
The Further Information/Revised Plans in relation to the application have been furnished to the Planning Authority and are available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of The Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the Planning Authority, within the statutory time limit, i.e. not later than two weeks after the receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice by the Planning Authority or in the case of a Planning Application accompanied by an EIS / NIS within 5 weeks of receipt of such notices by the Planning Authority. A submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised Plans must be accompanied by the prescribed fee of €20, except in the case of a person or body who has already made a submission or observation.
We, Excel Electrical Ltd, intend to apply to Tipperary County Council for Planning Permission to, a). develop 11 houses consisting of five no. 4-bed houses and six no. 3-bed houses, b). develop four no. 2-bed apartments, c) develop car-parking areas, provide new roads and compacted gravel footpaths, d). provide public lighting, e). develop a swale with overflow to percolation area, f). develop open spaces and an active recreational area, g). develop site boundaries, h). provide connection to public sewerage system, i). develop landscaping and all associated site works at Carrick Road, Mullinahone, Co. Tipperary. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee 20 euros, within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
Teastaíonn teacht aniar, misneach agus obair foirne le bheith i do Gharda. Na scileanna a fhoghlaimeoidh tú, na heispéiris a bheidh agat agus na cairde a dhéanfaidh tú, fanfaidh siad leat go deo. Is féidir leis an obair a bheith contúirteach agus deacair, ach tá sí fiúntach agus tabharfaidh sí sásamh duit. Is post deacair é a bheith i do Gharda. Ach is post é gur fiú a dhéanamh.
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‘Misleading
‘There is just one community garda serving town of Clonmel’
In a speech delivered in Dáil Éireann on Thursday last, 18th September, South Tipperary TD, Seamus Healy, called out ‘misleading announcements’ by two Government Oireachtas members in relation to Garda numbers at Clonmel Garda Station. Deputy Healy began:
“The prevention of anti-social behaviour requires a wide range of social, economic and community actions. These include education, training, employment, income, social inclusion, community activities and policing.
Garda policing is one of the most essential elements in tackling anti-social behaviour. For a start, we must be open, upfront and honest about the number of gardaí available to police our streets and communities.
“We had a bizarre situation recently in South Tipperary, where two Government Oireachtas members announced four additional gardaí for Clonmel Garda station. It turns out that is not true. Why? The station had lost five gardaí to transfers and a retirement, so the net effect was the loss of two gardaí and two fewer gardaí to serve the people of Clonmel. Misleading announcements such as this are unacceptable and the individuals concerned should be ashamed of themselves,” continued the Independent TD.
“I asked the Minister, by way of a parliamentary question, the number and rank of gardaí serving at Clonmel Garda station on 1st July and 1st September of this year. This morning, I got a rambling nonanswer telling me to go to a website, click on a link and push a button, but that also indicated, “Sorry, we do not have the details for that date and, by the way, the Minister has no responsibility.” I regard that answer as mischievous. Why can the Minister not be upfront about Garda numbers?
“Clonmel is a large town - a small city in factwith an extensive hinterland, including the towns of Fethard, Kilsheelan, Clerihan and Lisronagh, and parts of County Waterford. It also has responsibility
for the Carrick-on-Suir area. There are approximately 10,000 people in that town and district. This is a town that had a full-time Garda station and 16 gardaí up to recent years. It now has a part-time station with four gardaí. The Clonmel station does not have enough gardaí to put gardaí on the beat. I will repeat thatthe Clonmel station does not have enough gardaí to put gardaí on the beat. It operates on a unit of six. The station needs to be staffed by enough gardaí to operate on a unit of ten,” added Deputy Healy.
“Will the Minister of State make sure that the numbers are allocated to Clonmel to ensure it has enough gardaí to operate on units of ten and put gardaí on the beat?
“Community gardaí are another essential element in tackling and preventing antisocial behaviour but, over the past few years, community policing has been effectively dismantled, particularly since the introduction of the new Garda districts.
“I attended a briefing on the new Garda districts by the now retired Garda Commissioner. It was immediately clear to me that community policing was going to take a huge hit. It was not a priority for the Commissioner or Garda authorities. Of course, I was assured I was wrong and that would not happen, but the figures do not lie. Nationally, in 2010, there were 1,182 community gardaí. At the end of 2024, there were 700, which is a reduction of 40%. In Tipperary, it is even worse. In 2010, we had 108 community gardaí; they are now in single figures. There is just one community garda serving the town of Clonmel. I will repeat that - there is just one community garda serving the town of Clonmel.
ECommunity policing is invaluable in building up relationships with communities, building trust with communities and individuals within those communities and, crucially, building up relationships, trust and friendship with young people through becoming involved in local activities, local residents’ associations and youth clubs. It is about community gardaí being seen and being active in
their community. As a result, crime and antisocial behaviour are prevented and, importantly, gardaí are able to identify at an early age young people who might tend to stray. All this has been lost. The few community gardaí left work above and beyond and are stretched to the limit. A new priority must be given to community policing, with gardaí working from the ground up in partnership with communities and young people. This requires the recruitment of a significant number of community gardaí in the future.
“Visibility of gardaí on the beat is crucial. Gardaí must be seen walking the streets of our towns and villages. Unfortunately, too many of our town and
city centres are being abandoned to antisocial behaviour, drug use and drug dealing. There is now a reluctance by many people to walk our streets. They routinely see antisocial behaviour, drug use and drug deals. Those participating in these activities are often known to the public and the Garda authorities, but the position is becoming normalised as little or no action is taken. Gardaí on the beat are vital to the security and safety of the public. The Government must do better.
“I will take this opportunity to thank the various youth and community organisations operating with young people across the country, particularly in south Tipperary. I commend the Waterford and South Tipperary Community Youth Service, which has been operating for over 50 years delivering community-based services and youth services across Waterford and south Tipperary.
“These services include community projects, Garda youth diversion projects, community-based drugs initiatives, LGBT services, drug outreach services, information services and local training initiatives. In Clonmel, the service has three centres in Elm Park, at the Wilderness, in Carrigeen, and in Irishtown.
“I also thank Youth Work Ireland Tipperary, which covers the west of South Tipperary and east Limerick. This organisation deals with young people aged between eight and 25 years. It operates a series of youth clubs right across the county and does absolutely excellent work with young people.
“I commend the Le Chéile youth mentoring service. This is a volunteer-led service mentoring young people, which is a core service of Le Chéile. It works with young people between the ages of 12 and 24, who have either committed an offence or are at risk of committing an offence. It meets on a weekly basis with these young people in an informal setting to help and support them to make positive changes in their lives. These organisations do excellent work. I commend them on that,” concluded Deputy Healy’s address to Dáil Éireann.
Skillnet Ireland marked another successful year at the 2025 National Ploughing Championships, welcoming thousands of visitors to its stand, where businesses and members of the public learned more about the wide range of upskilling opportunities available across its 70 Skillnet Business Networks. County Tipperary Chamber Skillnet is a multi-sector business network for companies of all sizes in Tipperary and the South East and Mid West Regions. The network’s mission is to support the growth of local businesses and the development of the region through subsidised talent development programmes that are tailored to the needs of the local workforce.
Speaking at the event, Sharon Higgins, Network Manager of County Tipperary Chamber Skillnet, said: “It was fantastic to be at the National Ploughing Championships with Skillnet Ireland this year. The event gave us the chance to meet directly with farmers, agri-business owners, and the public to talk about the wide range of training supports on offer. Upskilling is vital for the future of the businesses we
support, and it was great to be able to showcase how County Tipperary Chamber Skillnet and Skillnet Ireland are working together to support businesses here in Tipperary and across the country.”
More than 24,000 businesses participated in upskilling programmes for employees through Skillnet Ireland last year, amounting to 90,136 workers across the Irish economy.
In 2024, over 6,000 farm businesses and 9,750 trainees benefitted from the range of industry-led training and development programmes delivered by Skillnet Ireland. The national talent development agency delivered over 47,000 training days to businesses operating in the agriculture sector last year. The biggest age group of trainees was 40-49 year-olds, signalling a strong commitment among mid-career professionals in the sector to embrace upskilling.
Dave Flynn, Director of Business Networks, Skillnet Ireland, said: “Skillnet Ireland is focused on building resilience, competitiveness, and long-term sustainability for Irish farming and agri-food enter-
prises. By investing in the people who power the sector, we are strengthening agriculture’s role as a pillar of Ireland’s economy for generations to come.”
From organic farmers, growers and processors to food businesses, the programmes delivered by Skillnet Business Networks in 2024 addressed critical needs such as digital transformation, environmental stewardship, and advanced farm management practices. These supports have equipped agricultural enterprises with the skills and knowledge needed to adapt to evolving market demands, embrace sustainable practices, and harness emerging technologies. Any business of any size, across multiple sectors, can access Skillnet Ireland supports and join relevant Skillnet Business Networks. Sector-specific and regional upskilling supports can be viewed on the Skillnet Ireland website, www.skillnetireland.ie/sectors.
To hear from businesses that have benefited from engaging with Skillnet Business Networks operating the agricultural sector, visit our success stories page online: www.skillnetireland.ie/success-stories
CLONMEL HEALTHCARE, the number one generic supplier of medicines by value and volume in the Irish market* and a trusted partner in Irish healthcare for generations, is proud to announce two significant milestones: its 55th anniversary in business and the official achievement of Guaranteed Irish status. These achievements were celebrated at an event at the company’s HQ in Clonmel this week.
Since 1970, Clonmel Healthcare has grown to become a cornerstone of the Irish healthcare landscape. With two locations and 70 employees, the company distributes over 25 million packs of medicine annually+. For 55 years the company has worked to empower Irish families to live healthier, fuller lives by providing reliable access to affordable, innovative medicines, delivered with unwavering dedication to quality and patient care across all life stages.
“Celebrating 55 years in business is a testament to the dedication of our exceptional team and our unwavering commitment to the health and wellbeing of the Irish people,” said Donagh O’Leary, Managing Director of Clonmel Healthcare. “From our humble beginnings, we have grown to become a vital part of the Irish healthcare
ecosystem, ensuring essential medicines are accessible and affordable for all. This anniversary is not just about looking back, but also about looking forward to how we can continue to innovate and serve our community, always caring for people’s health as a trusted partner.”
The announcement of Guaranteed Irish status further solidifies Clonmel Healthcare’s deep roots and positive impact on the national economy and community. The Guaranteed Irish symbol, a national mark of trust and provenance for businesses in Ireland for 50 years, is awarded to companies that support sustainable jobs, contribute to local communities, and are committed to Irish provenance. Recent research conducted by KPMG for Guaranteed Irish highlights the significant economic and social impact of its members: for every €1,000 generated by a Guaranteed Irish member business, a further €500 is supported in the Irish economy.
“Achieving Guaranteed Irish status is a proud moment for everyone at Clonmel Healthcare,” continued O’Leary. “It formally recognises our significant contribution to the Irish economy, our dedication to creating sustainable jobs and our commitment to supporting local communities. We are an integral part of the Irish community, and this
accreditation underscores our promise to uphold the highest standards of quality, innovation, and social responsibility, all while being rooted right here in Ireland.”
Brid O’Connell, CEO of Guaranteed Irish, said “We are delighted to welcome Clonmel Healthcare to the Guaranteed Irish ecosystem at such a significant moment in their journey. For 55 years, Clonmel Healthcare has been a trusted name in Irish healthcare. Their commitment to supporting their local community perfectly reflects the values of the Guaranteed Irish symbol. We look forward to supporting Clonmel Healthcare as they continue to play a vital role in strengthening this sector for generations to come.”
The 55th-anniversary celebration and Guaranteed Irish announcement event took place at Clonmel Healthcare’s HQ on Wednesday, 17th September, bringing together stakeholders, partners and employees to mark these significant milestones.
Clonmel Healthcare has a long and proud history of serving the Irish community, offering a wide range of over-the-counter medicines, prescription pharmaceuticals, and innovative speciality medication solutions in areas such as Parkinsons Disease and Biosimilars.
Culture Night at Cashel Library was transformed into a celebration of music, heritage, and community spirit as renowned musician and publican Jim Ryan, joined by his daughter Cait, took centre stage for a memorable evening of traditional Irish music.
The event, held as part of the nationwide Culture Night festivities, drew a diverse crowd of locals, families, and music enthusiasts eager to experience the unique atmosphere that only live music can create. Jim Ryan, best known as the heart and soul behind the legendary Jim O’ the Mills pub in Upperchurch, brought his trademark warmth and wit to the library setting. His daughter Cait, an accomplished musician herself, added a fresh energy and a beautiful harmony to the night’s performances.
From the first note, the audience was captivated. The Ryans’ set featured lively jigs, soulful ballads, and classic reels, each piece introduced with stories that connected the music to the people and places of Tipperary. The father-daughter duo’s easy rapport and genuine love for their craft shone through, making the evening feel more like a gathering of friends than a formal concert.
Between tunes, Jim shared anecdotes from his years as a publican and musician, drawing laughter and applause from the crowd. Cait’s musicianship and clear joy in performing alongside her father added a special dimension, highlighting the importance of passing traditions from one generation to the next.
The library, usually a quiet haven for readers, was filled with the sounds of fiddles, flutes, and song, reminding everyone present of the power of music to unite and uplift. As the evening drew to a close, many lingered to chat, share memories, and express their appreciation for a night that celebrated both local talent and the enduring spirit of Irish culture.
Culture Night at Cashel Library, headlined by Jim and Cait Ryan, was a resounding success, an event that will be fondly remembered by all who attended.
By Liam Browne
Cashel’s community spirit is set to hit the mark this week as Le Chéile Caiseal hosts a lively Darts Night fundraiser in Brosnan’s Bar, all in aid of bringing this year’s Screamland event to life. The fundraiser, taking place this Saturday, promises not just fierce competition but plenty of laughs, music, and local camaraderie.
The centrepiece of the night is the “Darts Royal Rumble”- a fun, fast-paced format where players will battle it out for bragging rights and a good cause. Organisers are encouraging all participants to bring their sponsorship cards and any cash collected to Brosnan’s Bar this Thursday between 7pm and 9pm. Hey darts legends! If you’ve got one of our darts night sponsorship cards, bring it (plus any cash you’ve collected) to Brosnan’s Bar, Cashel this Thursday between 7pm and 9pm, the team announced.
But it’s not just about the darts.
In true Screamland style, players are being asked to pick their own nickname and walk-on song, ensuring every entrance on Saturday night is nothing short of iconic. Whether you fancy yourself as “The Cashel Crusher” or “Queen of the Oche,” and whether your anthem is AC/DC or ABBA, the stage is set for a night of unforgettable entrances and plenty of craic.
The event promises more than just darts action. Attendees can look forward to raffles, tasty food, and a buzzing atmosphere, with plenty of opportunities to support the Screamland cause. “It’s shaping up to be an absolute cracker of a night with raffles, food, and loads of laughs. You won’t want to miss it!” organisers say.
All funds raised will go directly towards staging Screamland, Cashel’s much-loved Halloween spectacular, ensuring another year of spooky fun for families and thrill-seekers alike. So,
whether you’re a darts pro or just in it for the fun, make sure to join Le Chéile Caiseal for a night that promises to be a real bullseye for
community spirit.
See you Saturday night, there’s a few more spaces for players, and don’t forget your nickname!
A group of determined Cashel Lions Club members are preparing to take on one of the region’s toughest fundraising feats, the annual “3 Tops Challenge” on Saturday, 11th October. The challenge will see the team climb to the highest points of the Comeragh, Knockmealdown, and Galtee Mountains, all in a single day, to raise vital funds for local community projects.
Leading the charge this year are seasoned climbers Willie Fahey, DJ Horan, Michael Begley, and Eddie Morrissey. They’ll be joined by fellow club members, including Club President Monica Slattery and recent recruits Margaret Molan Ryan and Mary Gleeson, who will tackle the final ascent on the Galtees.
The adventure begins before sunrise, as the group departs Cashel under cover of darkness and heads for Mahon Falls car park in County Waterford. Their first challenge is the steep climb to Fauscoum/Kilclooney Mountain (793 metres), the highest point in
the Comeraghs. After descending, they’ll travel by car to Bay Lough car park above Clogheen for the ascent of Knockmealdown (794 metres), aiming to summit before midday. The final
leg takes them to the Black Road near Skeheenarinky, where they’ll tackle Galtee Mór (919 metres), the highest peak in the Galtees. With autumn evenings drawing in, head torches are packed just in
case the last descent stretches into dusk.
Since 2020, the 3 Tops Challenge has become the Cashel Lions Club’s flagship fundraiser. Thanks to the generosity of the local community, businesses, and supporters, the club has delivered a range of impactful projects, from purchasing a minibus for Cashel Day Care Centre to organising annual events for senior citizens and supporting local families in need.
This year, the club is appealing for continued support. Locals can contribute to the street collection on Friday, October 10th, or donate online via the Cashel Lions 3 Tops Challenge iDonate page. Club members will also be seeking sponsorship from local businesses. All funds raised will be used locally, ensuring that the Cashel Lions Club—serving the community since 1961—can continue to enhance the quality of life for people in Cashel and the surrounding areas.
LONG BEFORE DANTE imagined his inferno and Bosch painted his grotesque demons, the first vivid journey through the Christian afterlife was conjured, not in Rome or Jerusalem but in the ancient town of Cashel.
In 1148 AD, two men from this Irish stronghold, Tnugsdal, a knight, and Marcus, a Benedictine monk, gave Europe its earliest, most detailed vision of Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory. Their account, known as The Vision of Tnugdal, would terrify and inspire generations, shaping how the afterlife was seen for centuries.
Their vision was not for the faint-hearted. As Tnugsdal’s soul was led by an angel to the very mouth of Hell, he described: “Vast flames of fire issued from its mouth and such a horrible smell that it is impossible to imagine it or to describe. Within, they could hear the anguished cries of thousands of souls screaming and lamenting…”
Cashel’s invention and conception of hell began when Tnugsdal, a greedy scoundrel of a knight from Cashel, unexpectedly fell to the ground whilst extorting money from a poor fellow in Cork. Although initially thought to be dead, Tnugdal sat bolt upright after three motionless days, much to the surprise of all around. He had been in a coma. Of equal surprise was what he said when he came to. Tnugsdal announced to stunned onlookers that he had been in the company of his Guardian Angel who had taken his soul on a journey through Hell, Purgatory and Heaven. Marcus, a Benedictine monk from Cashel, who was in attendance, recorded everything said by Tnugsdal in vivid and striking detail.
In 1149, Marcus went to Regensburg (Ratisbon, Bavaria) in Germany. At Regensburg there was a long-established Irish mission (St James Irish Monastery); it had important links to Munster, its kings, and the Rock of Cashel. Indeed, some twenty years prior, King Cormac MacCarthy’s cousin, the Abbot of St James at Regensberg, had sent workmen to Ireland to build Cormac’s famed Chapel at The Rock. When in Regenberg, Marcus was prevailed upon to translate the Vision of Tnugdal into Latin. It was thence translated in thirteen vernacular European languages and became one of the most popular and influential religious works in Christendom.
The following snippet from the Vision of Tnugsdal captures some of its ‘fire and brimstone’ qualities that made it such a powerful and persuasive rendition of Hell. We pick up the story of Tnugsdal at the point where his guardian angel brings the knight to ‘Acheron’, The Mouth of Hell: Vast flames of fire issued from its mouth and such a horrible smell that it is impossible to imagine it or to describe. Within, they could hear the anguished cries of thousands of souls screaming and lamenting… Then the angel disappeared suddenly. Tnugsdal was petrified with fear! The fiends came quickly and bound him up, then cast him into the
beast’s mouth. He was beaten by evil spirits; his bones were gnawed at by hungry lions and his vital organs pulled out by dragons. Venomous snakes consumed his limbs. Fire burned him, then ice froze him. His tears stung his cheeks like fire. He was full of woe. There was a strong stink of sulphur. He was tormented in many ways. He tore at his own cheeks with his nails. For each sin he had ever committed he was punished.
The Vision of Tnugsdal became a medieval phenomenon with far reaching influence on the Christian world. It defined and shaped the concept of Heaven, Hell and Purgatory and its powerful imagery influenced later representations of Hell such as Dante’s 14th century Comedy and the late 16th century artworks of Hieronymus Bosch and his followers. Tnugsdal’s story, with its message of atonement also helped drive the Crusader and pilgrimage movements and fuelled the popularity of indulgences as a means for worldly sinners to avoid the torments so vividly described by the knight of Cashel.
A further aspect of the Cashel connection to Hell with Tnugsdal’s vision should not be overlooked. The visual detail to be found in Tnugsdal’s vision may have had as its genesis the striking carvings of monstrous heads (grotesques) and fabulous beasts found throughout Cormac’s Chapel on the Rock of Cashel. It is not unreasonable to assume that Tnugsdal, as a high-status knight, had firsthand experience of the architectural and artistic marvel that is Cormac’s Chapel. It is easy to conceive how the grotesques and beasts of the Chapel were transformed into the demons and monsters in Tnugsdal’s delirious coma and subsequent ‘vision’.
Finally, Marcus, the Benedictine monk belonged to King Cormac’s household and would himself have been exposed to imagery in the sculptures of the Rock, and this may have been helpful channelling Tnugsdal’s vision into text. Furthermore, Cormac MacCarthy gets a cameo moment in Tnugsdal’s vision. The knight is delighted when he is shown King Cormac in heaven sitting on a red throne in a fine house celebrating mass surrounded by clergy. But he is equally alarmed when the light suddenly goes out, the clergy fall to their knees and the king’s lower half abruptly bursts into flames.
Tungsdal’s guardian angel guide explains: Cormac suffers so, three hours in every day! For in life he broke his vow of wedlock and, in his road to power, he killed a hated rival. For his
good works, of which there were many, King Cormac is granted grace, peace and reward for the other 21 hours of each day.
So, next time you think your day has been a living ‘hell’, give a thought to the knight, the monk and the chapel of Cashel that first helped define the true meaning of Hell. In the end, The Vision of Tnugdal is more than a medieval ghost story, it’s a testament to Cashel’s unexpected influence on the spiritual imagination of Europe. From the grotesques carved into Cormac’s Chapel to the fiery visions penned by Marcus, Cashel helped shape how generations would picture the afterlife. It reminds us that even in the quiet corners of Ireland, ideas were born that could shake the soul, stir the conscience, and define the very architecture of Heaven and Hell.
Cashel’s legacy is not just carved into the stone of Cormac’s Chapel, it lives on in the imagination of the Western world. Through the vision of a fallen knight and the pen of a monk, this small Irish town helped shape how generations would understand sin, salvation, and the afterlife. As author Shannon L. Alder once wrote, “Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you.” Cashel’s story, its vision of Hell, its artistry, and its spiritual daring. continues to echo through those stories, reminding us that even the darkest visions can leave behind a light that endures.
This article is compiled and taken from the writings of Dr John Statts, tour guide at the Rock of Cashel.
The club has been as active and busy as usual. Martina Casey picked up a box of unwanted spectacles from Major opticians on the Main Street to be shipped off to those in need of eyewear in lesser developed countries.
Globally one billion cases of eye disease or eye problems stem from not receiving the proper correctional preventative measures. If anybody has old pairs of glasses lying around, please drop them into Major’s opticians on the main street who will only be too happy to pass them onto our local Lions chapter.
On Sunday morning last a large crowd gathered at the Ormond Castle to set at 11 a.m. for the annual Lions Club Walk. This year the benefactors of the walk were two more than worthy organisations, the handball club and St. Nicholas’ Boxing Club.
Well done to all who took part in the walk which brought the group up the Blueway as far as the fisherman’s hut and back.
Of course, Lions need a bit of fun and relaxation too and the local group had that in abundance on their “Lions Night Out” recently. The restaurant was alive with the sound of chats and laughter all night long as the tea, wine and stories flowed.
A well-deserved night of fun for such a caring organisation that we are blessed to have in our town.
A busy weekend on the playing field saw the club’s under 15 A hurlers out on Saturday afternoon in Marlfield where they faced Fethard in the South semi-final.
The players hadn’t had a competitive match in almost five weeks and from the throw in seemed to be a bit championship rusty. Underfoot conditions were not conducive to free-flowing hurling with a pitch surface that was more suited to the big ball game rather than hurling.
Going in a half time the side were down by three points but had not really started hurling to their full potential. At the commencement of the of the second half, Charlie Torpey Walsh took
off on a solo run from the throw in and slotted over a fine point. This was followed by two more points in quick succession to bring the sides back level. From there on the Carrick side settled a bit more and the game was nip and tuck up to the last seven minutes when a goal for the Swan saw them go five points up.
With the clock running down Fethard got a free on the 21 yard line which was dispatched with power and precision past the Carrick defence into the net, to leave just two points between the sides.
With two minutes of injury-time played Fethard got another free from a similar distance but this time it was stopped by a combined
effort of Swan players, and their lines were cleared after which the long whistle sounded.
To their credit the Fethard young lads played some fine hurling and were unlucky to come away from the field on the losing side, but the Swan lads showed great heart and determination, despite not playing their best game, and now face into a South A final where they meet Mullinahone.
Following the under 15 game many of the Swan supporters made their way up to Fethard to watch the Junior B hurlers take on Killenaule in another South Semi Final. Those who did travel got to
Join us for the third Ormond Castle Market of the year as part of the L’Étape by Tour de France Event which is taking place in Carrick-onSuir the Home of Irish Cycling!
Wander through the historic grounds of Ormond Castle and enjoy: Artisan food and local produce, craft stalls and handmade goods
Live music and entertainment. The Irish Record fair will even be setting up in Brewrey Lane for the day!
It’s the perfect day out for families, friends and visitors. Soak up the festival spirit, support local makers, and enjoy everything Carrick-onSuir and its surrounding areas has to offer.
WHAT’S ON DURING THE DAY:
Ormond Castle Market – 11am to 4pm
Food, craft stalls, music and a fantastic community atmosphere in the stunning setting of Ormond Castle.
Free Guided Tours of Ormond Castle
Explore the history and beauty of this iconic landmark with free tours running throughout the day.
Multimedia Performance: “24:09” – Brewery Lane Theatre
Exactly 40 years after Sean Kelly’s legendary 21km time trial, this acclaimed show comes home to Carrick-on-Suir for the first time.
• A 24 minute 9 second performance matching Kelly’s record ride time. • Electronic soundscapes + film + restored 1985 bike race footage. • Celebrating Kelly’s historic achievement in the town where it all began
Carrick-on-Suir Lions Club members members have active and busy as usual.
Member Martina Casey recently picked up a box of unwanted spectacles from Major opticians on the Main Street to be shipped off to those in need of eyewear in lesser developed countries.
witness a veery entertaining and close game of hurling which saw the side through to a South final after a second two-point victory of the day for the Swan teams.
The Swan junior B camogie girls lined out on Sunday morning where they faced a very fancied Portroe side. Even though the girls went into this game as underdogs, they showed great spirit and heart and were unlucky to be on the wrong side of a three-point scoring difference. Regardless of this loss the girls still qualify for a county quarter final based on their season so far and details of the match will be released in the coming days.
On Friday last the town had two special visitors in the form of the Liam MacCarthy and the All-Ireland under 20 Cup. Aaron and Gavin O’Halloran, along with Stefan Tobin and Callum Lannigan proudly brought the cup to some of the areas schools, creches and people homes where the four lads were greeted as the heroes that they truly are.
Having four All-Ireland medal winners in one club in one calendar year is some achievement and is testament to the lads’ skills and dedication but also shines a very positive light on the coaching and juvenile structure of the club.
On Sunday at 11 aM the club’s Junior B ladies were in action against Portroe in Páirc na nEalaí.
Tickets: €10 + booking fee, available from Saturday 6th September via http://www.ticketsource.com/brewery-lane-theatre/ Hosted by Explore Carrick-on-Suir in collaboration with OPW, Tipperary County Council and local partners.
Local Sinn Fein councillor David Dunne has expressed his support for the decision of his party not to run a candidate in the upcoming Presidential elections but rather put the weight of the party behind the independent candidate Catherine Connolly.
Cllr. Dunne said that the decision made by his party was the correct one as Connolly represents all that is good about politics in Ireland. She is a woman of conviction who has championed the cause of the working class in this country and has never been shy about highlighting the mistreatment of minorities all around the globe. Cllr. Dunne said that he is looking forward to meeting the public on the doorsteps again. He
Our U17s faced St Mary’s in the County Semi Final and what a battle it turned out to be.
With the wind at their backs in the first half, the Davins were slower to settle than usual. A big and physical St Mary’s side took full advantage of the breaks in the middle and pushed into a 0-9 to 0-5 lead at the break.
It was an uphill fight in the second half, but our lads showed serious heart, upping the work rate and driving forward to claw it back level before edging a point in front with five minutes to go.
Drama followed when St Mary’s hit the net in a goal that caused a bit of controversy. With men down injured and an umpire’s inquiry delaying play, the goal eventually stood, leaving us two down as the clock ticked away.
From the puck out, the Davins surged forward. Billy Murphy
states that “this is a watershed moment as it is the first time in Irish political history that a united opposition has stood alone against the might and power of the two civil war parties, themselves once on opposite sides of the floor but now very much unrecognisable as separate entities”.
kept his nerve to slot over a free and cut the gap to one. Moments later another free was won about 60 yards out. With both teams rushing the six yard box expecting it to be dropped in, Darragh Morrissey showed composure beyond his years and struck it clean over the bar to level the game. Then came the winner. Another free, this time from about 50 yards out near the sideline and into a hurricane wind. David Cooke stepped up and, with ice in his veins, drilled it straight over the black spot. The referee’s whistle followed soon after. Carrick Davins by one. County Final here we come!!
A huge well done to the team and management for their fight and belief, and a massive thank you to our supporters who once again turned out in numbers despite the poor weather conditions. Your backing makes all the difference.
There has been widespread condemnation of an attack on a Thurles man who was attending a weekly Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign peaceful protest on Thursday last in Liberty Square.
Amir Hussain, who has been living in Thurles for the last twelve years was struck with a half-litre bottle thrown from a passing car as he attended the protest, much to his shock and that of others who were also in attendance.
Amir said: “At approximately 7:45 pm, I attended the weekly Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign peaceful protest at Liberty Square, which takes place every Thursday. I try to attend whenever possible, to stand against Israeli apartheid and the ongoing genocide in Gaza — where children are being starved, humanitarian aid is being blocked, families are being bombed, and homes are being destroyed.
“As someone originally from
Bangladesh, I am deeply aware of the suffering caused by man-made famines and colonial oppression.
I have studied the history of the Bengal famine and the Irish famine, among others, which were the result of policies by the British Empire. These experiences and histories connect us in solidarity against injustice, oppression, and exploitation.
“I have been living in Thurles for the past 12 years and have always felt welcomed and part of the community. However, for the first time, during this gathering, someone threw a half-litre bottle from a passing car, which struck my face. Thankfully, I was not physically injured, and this incident does not affect my commitment to the cause or the values I stand for.
“I do not view this act as a reflection of the Irish people, whom I greatly respect and admire. I love Ireland, my home here in
Thurles, and the warmth of the community I live in. This isolated incident cannot take away my joy, my cheerful spirit, or the kindness I believe in sharing with others,” he said.
Amir posted his statement of social media and received much commentary from people who were disgusted to hear of the attack on him and others who were engaging in a peaceful protest.
One contributor described the attack on Amir as being “disgusting” while another labelled it “disgraceful”.
Sinn Féin General election candidate Dan Harty said: “Very disappointing that a man attending the weekly Gaza vigil in Thurles was hit in the face with a bottle thrown from a passing car. This happened while he was protesting the man-made famine and genocide being inflicted on the population of Gaza.”
Waiting lists for the Disabled are ‘shameful’
Eligible households in Tipperary are being encouraged to apply for the Fuel Allowance as the 2025/26 season has started, says Fine Gael Deputy, Michael Murphy.
Fuel Allowance, which is a means-assessed payment, will be paid for 28 weeks to over 410,000 households across the State.
The payment is made at the weekly rate of €33 or if preferred, by way of two payments of €462 each.
Deputy Murphy says “it plays a vital role in supporting hundreds of thousands of families around the country with their heating costs over the winter months”. You do not need to reapply for Fuel Allowance each year if your circumstances have not changed and you continue to get the same social welfare payment.
The Fuel Allowance season will run for the next 28 weeks and will be available until April.
“I would also like to acknowledge the work carried out by my colleague Heather Humphreys in her role as Social Protection Minister in increasing the Fuel
Allowance allocations for those in Tipperary,” continued Deputy Murphy.
“Heather consistently champions measures to protect the most vulnerable and helping families, including expanding the fuel allowance and increasing eligibility so that more households in Tipperary could benefit, showing that she would make an excellent President of Ireland.”
The easiest way to apply for the Fuel Allowance is through MyWelfare.ie.
“As the winter season begins, I will continue to work with Government to ensure that supports such as the Fuel Allowance are strengthened for people in Tipperary particularly due to rising energy costs, while it is also important to build on the strong foundation that Heather Humphreys put in place,” concluded Deputy Murphy.
Deputy Healy speaking on Wednesday last in Dáil Éireann on the National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People 2025-2030.
“Disabled people are entitled to live life to the full. They must have an opportunity to take full part in society, education, healthcare, housing, employment, justice, transport, entertainment and so on. This strategy fails to outline an urgent concrete implementation plan, and such a plan is needed if Ireland is to comply with its obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities,” said the South Tipperary Deputy.
“The strategy is generalised, non-specific, lacking in detail and lacking in funding, and this Government is again failing people with disabilities. The key to dis-
abled people taking their rightful place in society is assessment at an early age. Every child is entitled by law to receive an assessment of need within six months of re-
ferral. Successive governments have been breaking this law for years. Apparently, governments are above the law.
“I first raised this issue in the House in January of 2017 with the current Tánaiste and then Minister for Health, Deputy Harris. The position now is monumentally worse. Some 16,500 children are waiting for assessment. Thousands of them have been waiting for more than two years. Over 40,000 children are on waiting lists for various therapies, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language and psychology.
“This is shameful, and there is no plan in this strategy to tackle these outrageous waiting lists. When is this Government going to put together a concrete plan to eliminate these waiting lists?
The price of the average second-hand three-bed semi in county Tipperary fell by 1.3pc in the past three months, according to a national survey by Real Estate Alliance.
Across the county, the average house price is now €273,750 – down €3,750 on June’s record high figure.
A temporary increase in supply caused by landlords exiting the market had the effect of reversing earlier large increases caused by lack of supply, the REA Average House Price Index shows.
The announcement of a nationwide rent pressure zone has triggered this sharp increase in landlords exiting the housing market.
In Nenagh, the exodus of landlords was a factor in 80pc of sales in the last quarter.
From previously having little or no three and fourbed semis for sale, a large number came to the market
in Nenagh in July, resulting in a drop in average selling prices from €315,000 to €295,000 and time taken to sell rising from three to six weeks.
NO THREE-BEDS FOR SALE IN NENAGH
The sudden supply of stock now appears to have corrected itself and there are currently no three-bed semis for sale in Nenagh, according to REA Eoin Dillon.
Average prices in Newport remained static at €300,000 in the last quarter with homes reaching sale agreed in three weeks and 50pc of sales attributed to landlords.
Lack of supply is an ongoing issue according to James Lee of REA John Lee, Newport.
Average prices in Clonmel were static at €270,000, with landlord sales to the fore again at 35pc.
“There is a lack of availability of second-hand houses on the market and rents are continuing to rise due to lack of supply,” said John Stokes, REA Stokes & Quirke
Clonmel.
“We are seeing the demand for second-hand threebed semis continue to out strip supply. “There are a few new developments commencing in South Tipperary and these energy efficient A-rated houses will cost substantially more than the less-efficient older style three-bed semis.”
Average prices in Roscrea rose by 2pc this quarter to €230,000, with time to sell dropping by one week to four weeks.
Supply is still meeting demand according to Seamus Browne of REA Seamus Browne, Roscrea.
The REA Average House Price Index concentrates on the sale price of Ireland’s typical stock home, the threebed semi, giving an accurate picture of the second-hand property market in towns and cities countrywide.
The announcement of a nationwide rent pressure
zone has triggered a sharp increase in landlords exiting the housing market, the survey showed.
SPIKE IN LANDLORD SALES AFTER JUNE
The Government’s announcement in June was followed by an immediate spike in landlord sales in many areas now included in the legislation.
REA agents in Carlow, Kerry and Waterford have reported that over 40pc of their sales are attributable to landlords in the past three months – with that figure rising to 60pc in Limerick city and 80pc in Nenagh.
The REA survey also found that properties with a BER rating of A commanded an average 17pc premium over C-rated stock – reflecting the rising attractiveness of retrofitted homes.
The actual selling price of a three-bed, semi-detached house across the country rose by 1.6pc in the past three months to €353,458, a 9.1pc overall rise annually.
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with Martin Quinn
TIPPERARY TOWN pulled out all the stops for Culture Night with performances and entertainment at the Tipperary Library, Tipperary Excel and at the Market Yard. The Michael John Ryan String Quartet had the audience enthralled with some magical numbers at their performance at Tipperary Library.
They were followed by Suzanne Buttimer who got everyone involved with some well known songs and great audience participation, including a performance from local personality Anne O’Dwyer. Moving across the road to the Market Yard, the Ukrainian Choir gave a stirring performance of some of their best known songs and they were followed by Joanne and Damien from Musical Routes. It was then back across to the Excel for the final performance of the evening from the hugely talented Sarah Croker and her family, with guest Irish dancer Freya. The Croker family brought down the curtain on what was a wonderful evening of entertainment in Tipp town.
Well done to all involved and to all who organised the various performances.
A young man from Lattin Cullen, Oran Kelly, is starting to garner quite a name for himself on the traditional music circuit. His late Dad, Tommy, was very well known on the circuit and played up and down the country as well as abroad. Oran has been performing regularly in some of the well known trad venues in Dublin and has now taken the step of forming a band along with some of his friends from the music scene. I caught up with Oran recently and began by asking him about his background in music. “I grew up in Lattin Cullen, and got the interest in playing music from my father, who would definitely have been a massive influence on me. I kept up the music and really immersed myself in it, and now I am in Dublin and playing more than I ever have. I formed a band recently and we are trying to get it off the ground. My Dad was the late Tommy Kelly, whom many will know well from his musical performances. It was at the Danny Ryan Music Shop in Tipp Town where my Dad first learned the piano accordion. He played with Pat McCarthy and they had a small band and he travelled to Germany and to other parts of Europe and he also played with Marji Maxwell, with Anthony O’Connor and with the Cedartowns amongst others. He had a serious interest
in trad music, which rubbed off on me. I myself play the guitar and the button accordion and it was my Dad introduced me to the button accordion after we came across one in a wardrobe in my grandmothers house, and from then on I started playing it and also took up the guitar around the same time. My favourite instrument though is the button accordion” said Oran.
There are some great venues in Dublin for traditional music so I asked Oran about some of the places where they play and who they play with. “I play 3 days a week in O’Donoghue’s on Mer-
rion Row in Dublin with loads of musicians. There is a massive culture for Irish traditional music amongst young people in Dublin. There are so many musicians and a massive, massive community of us and you could have anything of up to 10 people in each night playing together. That is where I play mainly, though I also play in McNeill’s, the Pipers Corner and Dudley’s on Thomas Street, so I could end up playing 4 or 5 nights a week. I was lucky enough that John Sheahan, formerly of The Dubliners, was in O’Donoghue’s and played with us a couple of nights and some younger well known musicians such as Meave Smith, who won the Young Musician of the Year. I organise sessions in O’Donoghue’s, so I got a guy from Clare, Aidan Quigley, to play concertina and keyboard at the sessions. From there we chatted about the idea of forming a band. We got a great Donegal fiddle player, Oisín Duffy, who is studying in Trinity College, and he came on board and we gelled really well as a group, and we then added a guitar player to the mix and Marty Barry came on board. We have done a good lot of practising and things have been going really well so we have been able to get the band off the ground and we are looking forward to getting on the road” added Oran.
I went on to ask Oran about combining together as a band, where the name comes from and about an upcoming concert. “I play a serious amount with the other melody players and over time, chemistry wise, we have really developed a great rapport and are well in tune together. We all have the same interest in terms of the style of Irish traditional music so it works perfectly for us to form as a band. We have called ourselves ‘The Bath Street Boys’. The name started as a bit of a joke as one of the lads lives on Bath Street in Dublin and our first practice was on Bath Street. One of us came up with the name and it has stuck to us now. We performed at the Armada Hotel during the Willie Clancy Festival and we are looking forward to playing our first concert in Bansha on October 11th, and a few days later we will be playing in the Cobblestone Pub in Dublin, and we also have some other spots lined up for after Christmas. Our main genre of music will be traditional Irish music with some lovely folk songs handpicked by Marty, such as ‘Liscannor Bay’ and ‘The Maid on the Mourne Shore’. The Concert in Templeneiry Church in Bansha is at 8pm on Saturday October 11th. I chose the venue in Bansha as I thought it was one of the nicest venues around to run a concert
The Big Hospice Coffee Morning which was organised by the committee and friends of C-Saw, Tipperary Town, drew a huge crowd to the CJ Kickham Band Hall on Friday September 19th. There was a wonderful atmosphere for the occasion as people dug deep to support the South Tipperary Hospice Movement, along with enjoying some tasty treats and refreshments.
Local singer/songwriter and musician, Anthony O’Connor, was on hand to entertain the attendees with Seán Feery and Oran Kelly doing guest spots. There were two bikes placed at the entrance and people were encouraged to try them out. Tipperary U20 hurler, David Ryan, was one of those that participated along with Community Garda, John Hennessy. The bikes were raffled later that morning. The organisers deserve our thanks and appreciation for the enormous work that they put into making the event a success and for collecting raffle prizes and sponsorship, along with all those who helped throughout the morning.
All money raised goes directly to the South Tipperary Hospice Movement.
like this, as it is such an intimate venue. I thought it might suit what we are going for sound wise and will resonate very well with the audience, and will be great for music and culture in the area. We are really looking forward to the night” concluded Oran. Booking is on Eventbrite - The Bath Street Boys (Concert) and the link is https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/thebath-street-boys-concert-tick -
ets-1562896017059 THE BATH STREET BOYS (CONCERT)
A night of traditional music and song, from newly formed trad supergroup, The Bath Street Boys. Their music is lively and full of character! www.eventbrite.ie with tickets priced at €15. Patrons are encouraged to book in advance to ensure seating.
To register in advance and avail of our earlybird rate just click on https://www.bit.ly/Glen5K2025. We are also attaching a poster which you might like to share with your networks and help spread the word. The event is organised by Aherlow Kilross Community Council Clg and the Glen of Aherlow Failte Society who both provide essential services in the area via community development and tourism promotion. Many thanks for your support, and hoping to see you on Sunday next. Glen of Aherlow 5K on Sunday next - See you there!
We are delighted to announce that the Glen 5k will take place on Sunday next, 28th September, starting from Lisvernane at 12 noon. The race will be followed by a range of fun and healthy activities. It is a great opportunity for people to gather and have a chat over a cuppa in our pop-up cafe. The race will be started with a fun Zumba warmup, and followed back at the Hall with novelty races and short sessions of Chair Yoga and Soundbathing and a few surprises too.
By the Cathedral Townie
Thurles Musical Society commences their 75th year celebrations with their much-anticipated cabaret, 75 Years Down Memory Lane.
Following the success of last years’ cabaret, this will run for two nights in the Premier Hall, Thurles at 8pm on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th October, 2025. It promises to be an occasion to remember, with a repertoire spanning the decades as the Society takes you back through some of TMS’ greatest shows. The event will serve as the perfect warm-up for the Society as they prepare to commence rehearsals for their 2026 production, The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
This will be TMS’ first outing on stage since the very successful Hot Mikado in the Premier Hall back in March, garnering rave reviews and being nominated for Best Technical at the AIMS awards 2025. This year’s production was a 25-year anniversary in its own right, having previously been staged in 2000, with some of the original cast members still treading the boards.
This was quickly followed by success at the New Ross Choral Festival,
where TMS scooped top prize in the Mixed Choir event! This year’s cabaret Director is Nina Scott, supported by Choreographer Siobhán King, with seventy members, past and present, taking to the stage under the baton of Musical Director Mary Rose McNally.
Some of the very well known soloists will take you on a journey down memory lane, as they reprise past performances from memorable shows such as Chess, Ragtime, Brigadoon, The Pajama Game, Gypsy Baron, Pirates of Penzance and many more. They’ll also give a sneak peek at their upcoming production The Hunchback of Notre Dame!
The MC for the evenings will be Mary Butler, who will guide you through the musical archives, and might recount some of her own memories of TMS through the years.
Tickets costing €15 can be purchased from TMS members; at Bookworm, Liberty Square, Thurles; in Thurles Shopping Centre on Saturday 27th September; or at the door on the nights. It promises to be a great event so make sure to secure your ticket as early as you can.
are members of Thurles Musical Society who will commence their 75th year celebrations with their much-anticipated cabaret, 75 Years Down Memory Lane to be
on Friday and Saturday, 3rd and 4th October at the Premier Hall, Thurles.
Coláiste Mhuire basketballers enjoy two wins in
Congratulations and well done to the Coláiste Mhuire Co Ed, Thurles’ under 16 and under 19 boys basketball teams who played Scoil Ruain of Killenaule in the first round of the league.
Two great games ensued with the Under 16s winning 56-35 and Under 19s coming out on top by 68-38.
Aherne’s Londis and Ahernes, Londis, Brittas Road are delighted that both of their businesses have been awarded the Retailing Excellence Award, and the LRQA Food Safety and Quality Gold Standard.
“A huge thank you to our amazing team for their hard work and dedication, and to our loyal customers for your continued support. Here’s to keeping the standards high and delivering the very best every day,” they said this week.
We are delighted to welcome the 16th edition of Tipperary Dance Festival. TDF’25 sticks to one value like a mantra: dance can help us cultivate ways to live together.
First up we have Satiri (Satyrs) which is a powerful and poetic dance performance created by renowned Italian choreographer Virgilio Sieni.
On stage, two talented dancers - Jari Boldrini and Maurizio Giunti - move with intensity and emotion, accompanied by live music. Cellist Naomi Berrill plays works by Johann Sebastian Bach and her own original pieces, filling the space with sound and atmosphere.
The show is inspired by the ancient myth of the Satyr - a wild, mysterious creature who dares to face the dark side of life with energy and joy.
The dancers throw themselves into this idea, using their bodies to explore emotions, tension, and beauty. It’s not just about dance - it’s about expressing human resilience and depth, connecting myth to modern experience through dance and music.
Next up we have Impasse, which is a powerful, driving, and charged duet that seeks to understand the politics of the Black body in a contemporary western society.
Through striking imagery, raw physicality, and emotional intensity the performance challenges the historical racial projections of blackness – its crudeness, threat, sexuality, rage, and immorality – unveiling its power, grace, sensuality, tenderness, intelligence, and love.
Impasse goes beyond mere exploration and invites a reshaping of our sense of self and community.
Satiri Thursday 2nd October at 8pm | Tickets €15/€12 Free to under 18 years
Impasse Saturday 4th October at 8pm | Tickets 15/€12 Free to under 18 years
Michael English live at the Cathedral on Friday, Sept 26.
“Faith, Hope & Inspiration Concert” in the Cathedral next Friday, 26th September, in aid of the Cathedral Reroofing Project.
Ticket Donation: €30 - now on sale in Parish Office, Cathedral Street (0504 22229), Bookworm, Liberty Square (0504 22257) & Holycross Abbey Shop (0504 43124).
A wonderful night of entertainment is guaranteed from a performer who is internationally renowned and who is regarded as being at the height of his career right now.
Please Note: The Cathedral will be closed from 12.30 p.m. Friday, 26th September to prepare for concert. NO PARKING in the Cathedral Yard from after 11 am Mass.
Sincere thanks to all who supported the Annual Church Gate Collection. The generosity of the parish is to be applauded.
Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning will be held in the County Bar, this Thursday, 25th September, 10.30 – 12.30. Every Euro raised locally stays locally in aid of Suir Haven Cancer Support Centre.
Layla Louise Corbett, Coalbrook. Michael Conor Loughnane, Oakfield Drive.
Lily Wade, née Kelly, Collins Park. Triona Eviston née Corish,Crossabeg, Co Wexford.
Thurles Parish Youth Choir welcomes new members, boys and girls, from 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Class to join them. The choir rehearses from 4 to 5 pm on Tuesdays in the Parish Centre. Please contact 087-9804172 for further information.
Training takes place in the Cathedral on Monday, 29th September at 4 pm – open to all children from 3rd class up. Thurles parish is very grateful to have Altar Servers in the churches. Thank you.
Holycross Ballycahill Drama Group will stage ‘The Odd Couple’ by Neil Simon in Holycross Community Centre, Thursday 25th and Friday 26th September at 8pm. Raffle and Teas. Adm.: €15 and €12.
Mental Health Ireland Workshop - 5 Ways to Wellbeing. Wednesday, 8th October at 10.30 am. Professor Anne-Marie Dwyer: The Cancer Guide: How to nurture wellbeing through and beyond cancer diagnosis – Workshops free; Booking required at 052-6166131.
Adults and children alike are invited to the Stanwix Village at 6.30 pm on Saturday next, 27th September , for a Candlelight Walk hosted by Thurles Lions Club to highlight Childhood Cancer Ireland, the national parent and survivor led childhood cancer charity. Please come along and support the many children and young people living with cancer.
Sincere thanks to all who organised and supported this very successful fundraiser for the Cathedral Reroofing Project. €18,200. was raised. Thurles parish hopes to run another Collection next year Le Cúnamh Dé!
Thurles Artists for MSF/ Gaza would like to thank all the people who donated and contributed to help making the exhibition a huge success in the beautiful setting at Cabragh Wetlands.
“A big thank you to all the Artists and the buyers. We were overwhelmed by your generosity and goodwill over the weekend. A phenomenal €20,340 is going to MSF. Go raibh míle maith agaibh go léir.” from the group.
Dúrlas Óg juvenile GAA club in Thurles has extended “massive thanks” to Diarmuid from Morans Mesnwear, friar Street who once again came up trumps as their main sponsor. Diarmuid is pictured with U13 captain Frank Mockler, Manager Anthony Guinan and the U13 squad and their mentors.
Staff and students of the Presentation Secondary School in Thurles were delighted to welcome the Liam MacCarthy Cup to the school this week. A big thank you to Johnathan Cullen, John Connors, Darragh Stakelum and Conor Stakelum for taking time to come and speak to the girls and most importantly, staying for plenty of photos afterwards! Tipp Abú!! PRESENTATION SECONDARY SHOOL OPEN
EVENING ON WEDNESDAY, 1st OCTOBER Meanwhile, save the date!! The schools Open Evening is on Wednesday, 1st October. Staff and students are looking forward to welcoming everyone to Presentation Thurles to see what excellent facilities they have to offer. All are welcome.
Arnold J. O’Byrne, Managing Direct of Opel Ireland, pictured above on his first official visit to Clonmel on May 16, 1996, when he called to Kevin O’Leary Motor Group, Cahir Road, Clonmel. L to R: John O’Leary, Director; Kevin O’Leary, Director; Arnold J. O’Byrne, Managing Director Opel Ireland; Tony Carey, Sales Director Opel Ireland; Ted Cummins, Sales Manager Clonmel; Peter O’Donoghue, General Manager Clonmel.
Presentation Secondary School Fifth Year Pupils photographed on May 7, 1996, for their school magazine ‘Off The Wall’. Back L to R: Mark Stannard, Daniel Sheehan, Brian Keane, Aiden Hickey, Kevin Burke, Dessie Iddon, Mairéad Morrissey, Deirdre Lennon, Karen Meaney, Keith Culligan. 3rd Row L to R: Eric O’Donnell, Bridget Purcell, Aisling Ahearne, Leona
Front L to R: Tom Quigley, Brendan Doyle, Aiden Phelan, Desmond Harvey, Conor Maher, Cecily Ryan, Darren Joy and Aiden Kenny.
Dairygold’s announcement of a 3/c per litre cut to its August milk price has been described as totally over the top by IFA Dairy Chair Martin McElearney.
“We appreciate that butter markets are under pressure and global milk supply is up, but a cut of three cents per litre was not expected and has left farmers frustrated and angry,” he said.
For an average sized supplier, this equates to a cut of €1,600 for the August milk cheque.
Global milk supply forecasts have been revised upwards in recent weeks, growing to 1.4-1.6%, which is indicative of ample supply.
At the same time, the futures market for butter has declined to €5,600 – a drop of 11% in one week. However, the latest GDT auction proved relatively stable, only dropping by 0.8%.
“Co-ops need to take a measured response to this correction in the marketplace. Knee jerk reactions undermine farmers’ confidence in our co-op structure. Co-ops must endeavour to return the best price to its suppliers and refrain from drastic cuts,” Martin McElearney concluded.
At the recent well-attended tillage meeting in Killashee Hotel, IFA President Francie Gorman sent a clear message to Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon that the sector is in a crisis and he has to support it.
“The crowd of 1,000 farmers packed into the hotel was one of the largest seen for years and underlines the fear there is about the future of tillage farming in Ireland. We had a unified front –IFA, Irish Grain Growers, Tillage Industry Ireland, Tillage Food Vision, and merchants – to drive home the message to the Minister,” he said.
The IFA President said Minister Heydon acknowledged the challenges in the sector, but he did not commit to funding in next month’s Budget.
“Budget ’26 will be delivered in just over three weeks. Minister Heydon knows himself that this will be seen as a key test of his ability to represent farmers at the Cabinet table. We’re looking for the commitments in the Pro-
gramme for Government to be honoured. If that doesn’t happen, it will leave tillage farming in an even more precarious place.”
IFA Grain Chair Kieran McEvoy said the massive turnout reflected the level of morale in the sector. “Farmers are feeling the pressure, but they also want to fight for what they have built up. We will continue our campaign right up to 7th October to secure funding for growers.”
“The majority of farmers are facing a loss-making scenario after the harvest, and these losses could be very substantial for growers exposed to rented or leased land,” he said.
“Native, Irish grain prices are being undermined by cheap imports of feedstuffs from outside the EU. These imports are subject to much lower production standards and regulations around the use of plant protection products and genetically modified seeds. The playing pitch has never been so unlevel,” he said.
At the National Ploughing Championships in County Offaly last week, IFA published a food price analysis paper setting out the context and background to recent food price increases.
Speaking at the Ploughing, IFA President Francie Gorman said the debate around the cost of food should be underpinned and informed by context and relevant data.
Referring to analysis carried out by IFA Chief Economist Tadhg Buckley, he said some of the commentary appears to ignore the background to what happened prior to the last 12 months.
Consumers in Ireland had little or no food inflation up to four years ago. “In fact, food prices actually were lower in 2021 than they were in 2001, 20 years previously. This was simply unsustainable, and it saw hundreds of
producers, particularly in the vegetable and horticulture sectors, go out of business.”
Since then, there have been adjustments based on a range of factors, including the significant disruption to the supply chain caused by the war in Ukraine.
The analysis also shows that the average household spend on food in Ireland in 2023 was 8.6% of overall consumer expenditure. This the lowest across Europe, with the EU average coming in at 13%.
The IFA President said the last 12 months has seen a correction because prior to that the price of food lagged way behind general inflation.
“Everybody recognises that food costs more than it did in 2024, but the costs borne by producers have also increased. For far too long, the depressed price of
Prices reported as quoted or paid to IFA members on week of 17th September, 2025. Prices reported as quoted or paid to IFA Members.
Supplies tight. Factories paying 10-20c/kg above quotes. Steer base
€7.20/7.40/kg. Heifer base €7.30/7.50/ kg. Young Bulls R/U €7.40/7.60/kg. Higher deals for larger and specialised lots. Cows €6.80/€7.50/kg. In-spec bonus 20c/kg for under 30 months and 8c/kg for 30 to 36 months. 12c/kg bonus for under 30 month steers and heifers grading O- and those with a fat class of 4+ that meet all other in spec criteria.
FACTORY BASE QUOTES
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Retailer and consumer demand has picked up significantly since school have recommenced and holiday season has come to an end. Early season rooster continues to be harvested. There are mixed reports on yields to date, some areas quoting below average. There are also some continued reports of cracking on early lifted Rooster.
Demand from the processing factories is still entirely for contracts and there has been almost no interest in excess to contract. The early crop is coming to an end, and buyers are also taking in increasing quantities of Innovator and Fontane. Recent rainfall has improved lifting conditions, but some areas still remain too dry to lift because of fears of bruising.
Free buy demand for whites has been reasonable to good but packers for the main multiples have a high percentage of their demand covered by contracts this year.
food gave a very false impression of what is required to produce food to the highest standards,” he said.
“The least we can expect is that people inform themselves fully of the facts before offering views.
The policy direction from the EU and the previous Irish Govern-
ment has been towards more regulation and less production. This has the inevitable consequence of higher prices. Proposals on the table at the moment don’t suggest any change in that approach, so the likelihood is that prices will remain at current levels or continue to increase,” he concluded.
Commenting on last week’s announcement by Boortmalt of the final malting barley prices, IFA Grain Chairman Kieran McEvoy said it’s a very disappointing outcome for growers who are desperately low on confidence at the moment.
“Linking the malting barley price to the FOB Creil market has delivered significant malting premiums for growers in recent years. However, it has not been immune to the dramatic drop that has occurred in all European grain markets over the last three months,” he said.
“The fixed prices of €230 and €240/t offered to growers for up to 40% of contracted volumes earlier in the season may mitigate the situation for some farmers who took those options. However, the base price of €209/t for brewing barley is the worst since 2020 and significantly lower than the €247.69/t paid last year,” he said.
Costs of production have increased dramatically since 2020.
Teagasc analysis presented at the IFA Tillage Crisis meeting last week showed total variable costs for producing spring barley have
increased by 35% since 2021. 2025 has been a tumultuous season for malting growers. Contract cuts in early spring were soon followed by concerns that Boortmalt would purchase no distilling malting barley at all. IFA strongly resisted these moves.
“Following the push back from IFA, Boortmalt honoured their commitments and took in distilling barley in line with their commitments,” he said.
“Thankfully, brewing demand appears firm. The recently published Irish Beer Market Report states that beer production increased by 11% in 2025. We would urge Boortmalt and the merchant supply chain to come forward with a fixed price offer for 2026 that gives growers some confidence. This price must reflect the increase in the costs of production,” Kieran McEvoy concluded.
Just announced, we have a tense and suspenseful atmospheric play...A mystery involving a hidden killer and a deadly nursery rhyme...
“None of us will ever leave this island” The Fionn MacCumhaill Players present ‘And Then There Were None’ by Agatha Christie. A group of strangers, each with a shadowy past, are lured to a grand but isolated mansion on a remote island. Cut off from the mainland and surrounded by the sea, they quickly discover that their mysterious host is nowhere to be found.
This is Agatha Christie at her most chilling: a claustrophobic world where civility unravels, secrets weigh heavy, and the ordinary becomes sinister. Blending sharp dialogue with an air of impending dread, the play is a psychological thriller that traps its characters — and audience — in an atmosphere of mistrust, unease, and suspense.
Friday, 8th November | Time 8 pm Tickets €20.
Advance tickets for all shows are available online at www. thesourceartscentre.ie - or by phone from the Box office on 0504 90204.
MEN’S SHED FORMATION MEETING TONIGHT
Are you interested in joining a Men’s Shed Group?
A community space for men to connect, converse, and most of all, to enjoy themselves while reducing isolation and loneliness.
A public meeting will be held to discuss the formation of a new Men’s Shed in Tigh na nDaoine, Newcastle Village, this evening, Wednesday, 24th September at 8 pm.
Guest Speaker: Michael Cass, Dungarvan Men’s Shed
You’re invited, please come along!
NEWCASTLE LOCAL MARKET EVERY FRIDAY
Our Local home produce Market is on every Friday in the Newcastle Community Hall car park, from 1 to 3pm. Here you find, fresh harvest produce from local farms, jams, honey, and essential oils which are all produced locally.
If you are local and have anything to bring to the table, please get in touch.
Your support would be greatly appreciated.
NEWCASTLE YOUTH CLUB
Newcastle Youth Club is back this evening, Wednesday, 24th September in Newcastle GAA
‘And Then There Were None’
Centre from 7to 8.30pm. Games, Fun, Art.
Our Youth Club is dedicated in providing a safe and positive space where everyone feels respected and valued.
Parents must accompany young people on the night to sign consent forms.
As our Youth Club is run by volunteers, we are seeking volunteers to help out, so if you have a spare hour one evening a week.
We would love to hear from you. Garda vetting is required.
Please contact Miriam on 0871383147.
At the recent handover of the cheque for over €3,000 raised in Ballyneale/Grangemockler for Palestine.
The people of the local parish raised a massive €3,035 to assist with the people suffering from the current genocide and manmade famine occurring in the Gaza strip. The cheque, donated to the Irish Red Cross, will go some way towards lessening the suffering of the indigenous peoples of the region.
At the moment the occupying Israeli army and their far-right Likud government are levelling all remaining buildings in the besieged territory and it is obvious that their intention is to simply clear those who live in “the world’s largest open air prison” and
resettle the area with their own people, much the same as they are illegally doing in the West Bank at the moment.
All over the world people are marching, protesting and collecting monies for the people of Gaza, as for the first time in human history, we watch the ethnic cleansing, the sniper shots to children’s heads, the bombing and burning of refugee tents and the forced starvation of a group of human beings because of who they are beamed into our TVs and smart phones in real time.
The September Anniversaries Mass will be celebrated on this coming Saturday, 27th September at 7 pm in Templederry Church at 7 pm. A lighted candle, commemorating each person remembered at the Mass, will be already on the altar and can be taken home by a family member after Mass.
Please contact Templederry Parish Office, in good time, with the names of those you would like to have included.
A voluntary contribution would be appreciated.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
The Parish Office is open each Wednesday and Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm.
Members of the public may book Masses, etc., or request information from the Parish Records.
Phone 0504-52988, 0876564933, or you can email templederryparishoffice@gmail.com
SPECIAL CELEBRATION AT CURREENEY CHURCH
You are warmly invited to a very special evening of prayer and blessing at Curreeney church, Kilcommon, Thurles, (E45 DE43) on Friday, 3rd October at 7.30 pm. The evening will include Mass, Anointing of the sick (for those
who wish to receive the sacrament of comfort and healing) and Veneration of a First Class Relic of St Therese of the child Jesus.
Please share this invitation with family, friends and neighbours.
PINK COFFEE MORNING IN KENNEDYS
A Pink Coffee Morning Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Ireland will be held in Kennedys Pub, The Shop, Glastrigan (E41KF22) on Sunday, 5th October from 11 am to 2 pm.
All support would be very welcome.
TEMPLEDERRY NATIONAL SCHOOL
A Bags2School Clothes Collection will take place on Tuesday, 14th October in the School.
Clothes can be dropped to the school in the usual manner (trailer) on the Monday and Tuesday mornings (Tuesday up to 9 am)
Please note that the following are not acceptable: pillows, duvets, single shoes, gloves or socks,slippers or flip flops
RE-TURN BOTTLES AND CANS
The school has joined the Return revolution. They are collecting empty bottles and cans which contain the Re-turn logo.
An Orange Bin has been placed
in the school grounds, and another is available outside the Kenyon Community Centre. Every bottle and can recycled helps to reduce waste in our community, protect the environment and raise much needed funds for our school.
MICHAEL ENGLISH IN CONCERT
Michael English will be in concert this Friday night, 26th September in the Cathedral of the Assumption, Thurles at 8 pm. Proceeds in aid of Cathedral re-roofing Project. Ticket donation €30 and tickets available from Parish Office Thurles 0504/22229 or Bookworm Liberty Square 0504/22257.
TEMPLEDERRY GAA LOTTO
Last week’s draw was held in Kennedys The Shop, Glastrigan, and there was no winner of the Jackpot.
This week’s draw will be in Michael Hogan’s, Templederry and the Jackpot will be €5,400.
HURLERS WIN
Well done to our Premier Intermediate hurlers who defeated Burgess on Sunday last in Nenagh to maintain their Premier Intermediate status into next year. The final score was Templederry Kenyons 4-25 - 5-15 Burgess. Congratulations to all involved.
Our Intermediate hurlers face
Borrisokane in the Intermediate County Hurling Quarter-Final Championship in Templemore on Sunday next, (28th) at 1.30pm Best wishes to players and management. Your support is greatly appreciated.
SLIEVENAMON CELTIC/ KILSHEELAN UNITED
TSDL Division 1 U13: Slievenamon Celtic FC 3-4 Peake
TSDL U14 championship Girls U14 Tipperary quarter-final: Clonmel Town B 3-1 Slievenamon Celtic FC.
TSDL Munster Youths: Kilsheelan United 3-1 Peake Villa FC.
TSDL Munster Junior Cup Round 1: Kilsheelan United 3-1 Powerstown FC.
Congratulations to Billy Landy who netted himself a nice winners prize of €376.Billy is a big supporter across all age groups and is a familiar face on the sideline cheering on his grandchild, well done Billy.
TIDY TOWNS Our Saturday morning work schedule continues as usual, please feel free to join us at 10am for coffee, craic and a little work.
On Thursday, 18th September we held a prize presentation for our July, August competitions. We would like to thank all the parents for coming out on the night to support the event. We had a 1st, 2nd 3rd and runner-up medals for both months and prize packs for all who took part. We also launched our winter league which will take place from September to November.
OLA COMMUNITY ALERT
MEMBERSHIP
If you wish to join Oola Community Alert Please contact 087 6634547 or you can request a form via email from oolacommunityalert@gmail.com.
OOLA COMMUNITY CENTRE ACTIVITIES
Bingo every Tuesday night at 8 o’clock sharp
Cards Progressive 45 Drive Thursday Nights at 8 o’clock sharp all welcome.
Results from Thursday, 18th September: 1st prize, John Ryan & Lil Bargary, 2nd prize, Billy Carty & Johnny Barry, Connie Hayes & John Lynch.
Table Prizes, Nonie Lonergan & Liz Barron, Pat Hourigan & Pat O’Dwyer.
COMMUNITY GAMES
Oola - Doon Pitch & Putt
On Thursday, 18th September we held a prize presentation for our July, August competitions. We would like to thank all the parents for coming out on the night. We had a 1st, 2nd 3rd and runner-up medals for both months and prize packs for all who took part. We also launched our winter league which will take place from September to November. We are always looking for new members, alongside our winter league we will be running beginner sessions ahead of the 2026 season. If your child is interested in playing please get in contact via whatsapp on 087 6634547 ( we have clubs available for anyone wishing to come and try out the
game so no need to initially purchase any clubs )
OOLA YOUTH CLUB
Junior Club 5 - 6.30
Senior Club 6.30 - 8.00
If you have a young person who would like to join Oola youth club or if you are a parent and would like to volunteer as a leader please contact Donna Quinlan, at oolayouthclub@yahoo.com. or WhatsApp 085 8762908
COMMUNITY COUNCIL
The Community Council is a voluntary committee, it works away in the background and provides a link between the council and the community. If you would like to contact the community council, or attend any of our meetings please Email to oolacommunitycouncil@gmail.com
GAA CLUB LOTTO
Ballylooby/Castlegrace Development GAA Draw on 16th September. Lucky numbers drawn: 1, 7, 8 and 22.
No jackpot winner, next week’s jackpot €6,200.
Three ‘Match 3’ winners: V. Lonergan, R. Fitzgerald and M. Byrne.
The club extend their thanks for your continued support: Tickets available at Brownes XL & Murphy Fuels, Clogheen.
This week’s 50/50 winner: Pat Phelan.
PEERS STANDING STRONG TOGETHER/ U MATTER
FREE Community Coffee Morning:
Peers Standing Strong Together/ U Matter will hold a free Community Coffee Morning on this Saturday, 27th September
We welcome everyone to St. Paul’s Community Centre Clogheen for a cuppa and a chat from 10am to 12 pm.
BALLYLOOBY COMMUNITY
COUNCIL
Rambling House on this Friday, 26th September at 8pm in Ballylooby Hall. All are welcome.
DUHILL HALL CHAIR YOGA
Yoga with Marie on Tuesdays at 12 noon.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Age Strong with Joanne every Tuesday evening 6:45pm in Duhill Hall
YOGA WITH MELISSA
Yoganon Wednesdays in Duhill hall at 6:45pm. Further details from Melissa (087) 680 1082
YOGA WITH NOELETTE
Yoga with Noelette on Thursdays from 7-8 pm in Duhill Hall
Further info: 086 2322818
CIORCAL CAINTE
Irish Classes on Fridays at 7.30 pm in Duhill hall. All are welcome.
DUHILL WELLNESS WEEK
Duhill Wellness Week, returns Monday, 13th October to Sunday, 19th October.
Events throughout the week, include yoga classes, age strong fitness class, talks, 1st aid training, retreat, bio diversity.
The Wellness Week culminates on Sunday, 19th October with a tractor run from E21WC80, with all proceeds of the run going to “The Dillon Quirke Foundation”, to help in some way towards the continuation of the great work they are doing screening young adults.
They currently have screened over 17,000 young hearts, and the number is growing.
SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of Mrs Peggy Kelly (nee Ryan) Doneraile and Cahir who was laid to rest in St Mary’s Cemetery, Cahir after her funeral mass in nearby St Mary’s Church on 21st September. May she rest in peace.
GAA NEWS
South Tipperary Under 15 Hurling Semi Final: Ballylooby/ Castlegrace. 3-17 Skeheenarinky: 2-11
Well done to our Under 15 hurlers in reaching the South Final after a great performance versus Skeheenarinky in Clogheen this morning.
Well done lads, and best of luck in the final.
Mary McDonagh (nee Boland), Kentstown, Co. Meath. Lily Wade (nee Kelly), Collins Park, Thurles, (formerly of Coolcroo, Two-Mile-Borris).
MONTH’S MIND MASS
The Month’s Mind Mass for Philip Curry, Morton Street, Clonmel and late of Littleton, will take place on this Saturday evening, 27th September at 6.30pm in St. Peter in Chains Church, Moycarkey.
PARISH MISSION
A Mission will be held in the Parish commencing on Saturday, 18th October and concluding on Tuesday, 21st October.
The last time that a Mission was held in the Parish was in 1965, from 16th to 30th May, preached by the Redemptorist Fathers.
Practices at that time read:
1. Try to hear Mass on weekdays, and receive Holy Communion
2. Do all your duties to please God, and acceptGod’s will in crosses and trials.
3. Visit the Blessed Sacrament daily and speak to Our Lord as to a friend.
4. Say the Rosary every day.
5. Read some Catholic book or paper every week.
6. Be a faithful member of your Sodality or Confraternity.
THE LATE FERDINAND (FERRDIE ) FITZMAURICE
The death occurred on 4th September of Ferdinand (Ferdie), Fitzmaurice Charleville View, Tullamore, Co. Offalyand formerly High Street, Kilkenny City.
Peacefully he passed away unexpectedly at home .
Pre-deceased by his father Jim and mother Nora, sister Teresa and brother Greg.
Brother of Marie Hayes Middlepiece, Leigh, Two-Mile-Borris.
His Requiem Mass took place on Monday, 8th September at 11 am in the St. Colman’s Church, Mucklagh followed by burial in the New Cemetery.
Deeply mourned by his wife Sheena, sons Gary, Bryan, Niall and Paul and their partners, grandchildren, brothers and sisters Paddy, Kay, Jim, Marie and Anne, brothers-in-law, sisters-inlaw, extended family and friends.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis
THE LATE NUALA RYAN (nee BYRNE)
The death occurred on Friday, 12th September of Nuala Ryan (nee Byrne) Claremount, Moyne Road, Thurles.
Peacefully following a short illness, surrounded by her family .
In the wonderful care of the staff of the Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles. Predeceased by her parents Charlie and Peggy and brother Austin.
Her remains were reposed at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home on Sunday, 14th September. Her funeral cortege left her residence onMonday morning to the Cathedral of the Assumption for 1 am Requiem Mass.
Burial took place in the family plot in St.Patrick’s Cemetery.
Deeply mourned by her hus-
band Richard, daughters Sharon and Edel, grandchildren Caoimhe, Rose, Grace, Caragh and Charlie, sister Carmel, nephew Denis and his wife Sandie and family, sons in law Tommy Costigan and Michael O’Mahony, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, great neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
May she rest in peace.
SPLIT THE POT
Weekly Split The Pot draw in support of Scoil Mochaomhog Naofa PA, Community Development, Christmas Lights and Defilrillator Group (all Two-MileBorris).
This week’s winner of €282 was Catherine Gleeson. Congrats to Catherine.
The Clonmel Union of Parishes will be holding Harvest Festival services in our churches on the following dates. Friday, 3rd October. 7.30pm. Old St. Mary’s Clonmel. E91 EH74
Sunday, 12th October. 3.30pm Tullaghmeelan/Knocklofty. E91 FD37 Sunday, 19th October. 7pm Holy Trinity Church of Ireland, Fethard. E91E2C3 The new Booklet, The Medieval Church of Holy Trinity Fethard will also be launched on that day All are welcome to attend the services and refreshments are served afterwards.
DUALLA
CAMOGIE CLUB
Our Under 16 Camogie team will play their fourth round of the championship this evening, Wednesday, 24th September at8pm in Fethard vs St. Patrick’s, Cloneen/Drangan.
To date in the championship the girls have been victorious in their first three games with wins over Borrisoleigh, Slieve Fleim and Nenagh.
BOHERLAHAN DUALLA GAA CLUB
Our Premier Intermediate
hurlers will compete in the County quarter-final this Sunday, 28th September at 1pm in Borrisoleigh vs Moneygall.
We would like to wish all the players and management involved the very best of luck.
Commiserations to our U17 Hurlers and management team who lost out in the Mid final last week to neighbours Moycarkey Borris. The boys battled hard until the final whistle blew , the club are very proud of you all.
BOHERLAHAN DUALLA
LGFA
Both our adult teams (Junior B and Senior B) competed in County Semi Finals over the past weekend. Unfortunately neither team were victorious on this occasion,
however the girls competed until the very end. A huge well done and thanks to the players and management for getting to this stage of the championship.
BOHERLAHAN DUALLA GAA
LOTTO
Our lotto draw takes place every Monday night at 9 o’clock on Facebook live.
Supporting our lotto each and every week means so much to our club and our community. From as little as €2 per week, our lotto covers the costs of the upkeep and maintenance of our pitches facilities including the walkway aswell as raising funds for our complex redevelopment. Online tickets can be purchased through the clubforce app
ST PAUL’S COMMUNITY COUNCIL AGM
The Annual General Meeting of St Paul’s Community Council, Clogheen, will take place on Monday night next, 29th September at 7.30pm.
Please come along and show your support for this wonderful facility.
REFLECTION FOR THE WEEK
You can’t say you can’t
You won’t say you won’t, So you will, won’t you.
VEE ROVERS FC
Junior: The juniors were away to Cashel Town B in the first round of the Munster Junior Shield on Sunday.
Played at Palmershill in ideal conditions, this was not a game to
set the pulse racing. Much of the game was played in midfield with scoring chances at a premium. It was the home side who had the bulk of those that were created but the Rovers defence dealt with whatever was thrown at them. We reached the interval scoreless and the second period produced more of the same.
Just when it looked like extra time was on the cards, Shane McGrath gave Vee Rovers the lead from the penalty spot to book their place in the next round of the competition, which they worked very hard to gain.
We send good wishes to two Cashel Town players who received injuries during the course of the game and we wish them a speedy recovery.
The Fethard Historical Society participated in Heritage Week 2025 with three events celebrating both our medieval town’s historic past and its vibrant present. The first event was a Guided Walking Tour of Medieval Fethard on Wednesday, August 20. Terry Cunningham and Mary Hanrahan led a group of about forty people on a leisurely stroll around Fethard’s historic buildings, highlights included the Town Wall, the Síle na gigs at Watergate and the Augustinian Abbey, East Gate Park, Holy Trinity Church of Ireland and the Town Hall. Interestingly, on this occasion most participants were from out of town, some travelling from places as far apart as Dublin and West Cork.
On Thursday, August 21, the Society hosted a lecture ‘Bia na nGael’ by Terry Cunningham in the ICA Hall, a fascinating talk exploring the story of Irish food through the ages. From ancient farming and feasting traditions to famine and contemporary cuisine, the audience was invited to discover how what we ate reflects who we were – and who we are now. The evening concluded with a carefully curated mini feast of organic porridge oat bread, oaten shortbread cookies, Irish butter,
Traas’s apple juice, Dóirín Saurus’s homemade apple jelly and a selection of cheeses courtesy of Grubb’s Farmhouse Cheese.
‘Sound Bites’ on Saturday, August 23, devised by Sybil Cope and Mary Hanrahan as “a step back in time on a sensory stroll through medieval Fethard.” It evolved as a lively walking tour blending bite-sized history, traditional live music, and local seasonal flavours, generously provided by Fethard’s cafés, shops, and food producers. This was a free event funded by Tipperary County Council Heritage Office to whom the Fethard Historical Society would like to express their thanks for their ongoing encouragement and support.
Local musicians Stevie Skehan and Jack Nugent, Brú Ború Comhaltas Ceoltóirí, welcomed participants with a lively selection of traditional Irish music. Dylan and Erin of Sadler’s Restaurant launched the food element of the tour with their delicious, bitesized sausage rolls. Mary Hanrahan provided an historical commentary as the walk proceeded to McCarthy’s where Vincent ‘Jasper’ Murphy related a brief history of the hostelry. He also shared the story of Maggie Maher from Kil-
Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday night, September 28, , to the music of, ‘John Molloy’. All are welcome to come along and enjoy a terrific night’s social dancing from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Admission is €10, which includes refreshments.
Please Note: The Annual General Meeting of Fethard Ballroom will be held in Fethard Ballroom on Tuesday, October 14, , at 8pm. All are welcome.
Fethard Men’s Shed is open to new members, just drop in on Tuesday or Thursday to enjoy a cuppa and meet new people for a chat. We’re settling in nicely in our new clubhouse at Fethard Town Park and in the process of setting up our workshop. Some of our activities include gardening, grass cutting, helping out around the park, chopping kindling, but most important, the chat and cup of tea. We look forward to meeting new members, who may learn new skills or teach your skills to others.
Well done to Marcella Lonergan for winning our
lusty who played a major role in preserving the writings of American poet Emily Dickinson.
Next stop was the ‘Coffee Note’ opposite Edmond’s Castle where Amy Pollard performed one of her own favourite pieces. East Gate Park beckoned next were Emily’s Delicatessen, generously shared platters of her signature brown bread. Jack and Stevie provided a musical accompaniment as the walk continued to the Abbey Church, back to the Síle na gig at Watergate, Fethard Castle winding up at Alla’s Patisserie to indulge in her fabulous apple cake. The tour ended at Fethard Horse Country Experience in the Town Hall with a gorgeous array of tasty petit fours courtesy of Sadler’s, accompanied by Irish Hedgerow Wild Elderflower Cordial. There was just time for a final tune from Stevie and Jack before the event concluded. It was wonderful to showcase the amazing food offerings available in Fethard against the historic backdrop of the town’s-built heritage. The Fethard Historical Society would like to express its deep appreciation to all those who so generously shared their time and delicious produce on the day.
Community Split The Pot of €212, this week.
Thank you to everyone who is supporting our weekly draw. All money raised from this draw will be used to benefit our town. Envelopes are €2 each or 3 for €5 and are available at the Tirry Community Centre, Kennys Centra Fethard, Lonergan’s Bar, Fethard, and Butlers Off Licence, Fethard.
Please remember to fill in all three envelopes if you avail of the ‘Three for €5’ special offer.
There was no jackpot winner in the Parish Lotto on Thursday, September 18. The numbers drawn were 6, 10, 16, and 21. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was Shem Butler.
Next week’s Jackpot for Thursday, September 25, is €5,000.
Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for September 16, 2025, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 1, 2, 26 and 31.
We had no Jackpot winner and two Match 3 winner who received €75 each: Trish Horan and Donna Ryan.
One lucky dip winner received €100: Aimee Smyth.
There was a further draw held on Tuesday night last, September 23, when the jackpot was €4,000. We will have the full results in the Tipp Echo next week.
by Joe Kenny
ABOVE:
‘Jasper’ welcoming tour to McCarthy’s and telling the story of Maggie Maher and Emily Dickinson.
BELOW:
Amy Pollard performed one of her own favourite pieces for the group outside he ‘Coffee Note’ opposite Edmond’s Castle.
The Junior Blues GAA Nursery wrapped up its inaugural season marking the end of an incredible first year, attracting fantastic numbers to the Barrack Field’s astroturf every Saturday morning.
Each week, over 40 of our youngest athletes, aged between four years of age and six years of age took part in structured fun filled sessions focused on developing fundamental movement skills through play.
The kids loved every minute, and the positive feedback from parents kept our amazing volunteers motivated and enthusiastic all season long. With tea, coffee, and biscuits served for parents, the nursery quickly became a real social hub for the community.
‘Sound
on Saturday, August 23,
MARTIN HITS THE JOKER!
While we had no winner to our Jackpot of Monday night, 15th September, we did have the Joker prize winner of €200 in Martin Kirby of Cullen. Well done Martin.
The other prize winners of €25 each were Catriona Griffin c/o Timmy O’Dwyer, Olive Nash Ardlamont, Caoimhe Donovan c/o Con Ahearne and Rose Stokes Boherdota.
The seller’s prize went to Michael Ryan (C) and the jackpot for last Monday night, September 22, increased to €4200.
SOLOGHEAD GAA
Congratulations this week to Sologhead’s Junior hurlers who last Saturday in Annacarty for the third time in four years collected the West Junior B Championship with a well earned 3-19 to 1-22 victory over Emly.
Having seen off fancied sides to lift the crown like Eire Og and Clonoulty/Rossmore, Sologhead maintained the momentum to get over the line with a never-saydie attitude and a range of scores which proved all too much for Emly.
Level at the break, 3-7 to 0-16, captained by Stephen Dee, Solohead went on to add a further 0-12 to 1-6 in the second half to take the silverware.
Well done all round to Sologhead who now go on to play the Mid runners-up in a County
Quarter Final.
See sports section for a full report on the game.
Congratulations also to the U13 Boys of Sologhead and Emly who also came out winners in defeating Rockwell Rvs in their West Division Plate Final played last Wednesday evening. This completes a double for our U13s who earlier in the year won the U13D Football West Final. Well done boys.
Not to be outdone the girls are equally good and last Thursday and Friday evenings in large numbers were seen to good effect as they continue their football training plus games against Oola and Murroe Boher.
ST NICHOLAS AFC
The winner of their 50/50 fundraiser for September 17 were Danny and Kelly O’Dwyer, Carron, Tipperary Town who won €250 and the winner of the free Christmas draw entry for €1,000 was Emma Roche who was drawn out for the second week in a row. Well done Emma.
On the pitch St Nicholas recorded a well deserved 4-2 away victory over Ballymackey (Nth Tipp) in the Munster Junior Shield which was a welcome break to the losing cycle over the last number of weeks.
Next up this Sunday, 28th September, they are away to Peake Villa (B) for a TSDL Division 2 tie, kick off is 3pm.
Congratulations to Darragh Costelloe, Bella Road, Clogheen, and Ruth Harrington, Gorey, Co. Wexford who were married recently. Celebrations took place at Rathsallagh House, Co. Wicklow with family and friends. Best wishes to the happy couple for a long and happy future together.
ST PATRICK’S GAA CLUB LOTTO
GAA Lotto results from Tuesday, 9th September 9. Numbers Drawn were: 3, 6, 13, 26. No jackpot winner.
Three ‘Match 3’ winners were Marie Hally Cahir Road, Clonmel, Frank Britton Cloneen and Frances Tobin Magoury who won €35 each.
Second Chance lotto for €1,000, numbers drawn were 1, 6, 16, 17. No winners.
Next draw will be on Tuesday, 7th October. Jackpot of €17,000.
Don’t miss out, play online or in your local shops, pubs, garages or hairdressers and it could be you COUNTY GAA CLUBS DRAW
There are nine draws left and you can be in for those by joining on line or by contacting your local promoter. Remember that half of your subscription goes to your local club.
This month’s draw will be held on this Friday night, 26th September. Please enter by this Thursday, 25th September to be in the draw for a first prize of €20,000 every month and several other cash prizes and a monthly lotto jackpot of at least €3,000. Be in to win.
UNDER 9 BOYS
Our under 9 boys had a great day out on Sunday at the Rosegreen festival, we had two teams playing three very exciting games each v Cahir, Golden, Boherlahan, Ballylooby and Rosegreen.
John, Donncha Clancy, Evan Hackett, Daniel Cullinane, Ross Noonan, Shay McCormack, Jake Hayden, Kieran Casey.
We thank Cashel King Cormacs for inviting us to their blitz.
JUNIOR B HURLING
Our Junior B Hurlers took on Newcastle in the South semi-final last Sunday and won by six points, 2-12 to 0-12.
They will now play Carrick Swan in the South Final this Sunday in Fethard at 12.
UNDER 11 FOOTBALL BLITZ
On Sunday September 21st
St Pat’s Under 11’s took part in a football blitz in Leahy Park, Cashel where they played three competitive games against three Cashel King Cormac teams.
The team on the day was: Sean Ryan, James Murphy, Dylan Noonan, Jim O’Neill, Dylan St John, Donncha Clancy, Evan Hackett, Daniel Cullinane, Ross Noonan, Shay McCormack, Jake Hayden, Kieran Casey.
UNDER 7 HURLING BLITZ
Our mighty U7s who travelled to Killenaule for their final hurling blitz of the season!
They played four thrilling games against Mullinahone and Killenaule, showing great skill, teamwork & determination.
GALTEE ROVERS ST. PECAUN’S
On Monday, 9th September, in Clonoulty, our junior B footballers drew their West semi-final tie. Final score: Galtee Rovers 2-5 Rosegreen 0-11. The replay is due to be played this weekend, with Golden/Kilfeacle awaiting the winners in the final.
On Saturday, in Bansha, we lost to Sean Treacys by 2-18 to 1-10 in the West junior C hurling championship semi-final. The draws for the West under 21 championships were made recently.
In the A football championship we meet Cashel King Cormacs in the semi-final. In the B hurling championship we are in a group with Eire Og/Emly and Lattin Cullen, with the top two advancing to the semi-finals.
GALTEE ROVERS ST. PECAUNS LOTTO
There was no jackpot winner in last week’s Bansha Kilmoyler Sports Lotto draw. This week’s jackpot is €3,650
Last week’s €20 lucky dip winners were: Izzy O’Connor, Reena Cleary, Jacinta Byrnes and Car-
Tickets, €2 each or 3 for €5, are available locally and online via Clubforce and Galtee Rovers social media pages.
CLUB DRAW
The September monthly draw will be held on Saturday night. This is an important club fundraiser, and if you haven’t already joined, you still have a few days to do so before this weekend’s draw. Tickets available from promoters and committee members..
TIPPERARY GAA CLUBS DRAW
The club would like to thank everyone who has joined the Tipperary GAA Clubs Draw for 2025/26.
At least half of every ticket purchased goes to the club. The September monthly draw take place this Friday and has a prize fund of €40,000, which includes a star prize of €20,000.
If you wish to join, you can join online via the Tipperary GAA App or via the Tipperary GAA website or by contacting any draw promoter or committee member.
The teams included Darragh & Cillian Noonan, Conor Fahey, Darragh Smyth, Brian O’Neill, Fred Molloy, Billy and Tadhg Horan, Andy Murphy, Larry and Bobby Slattery, Bobby O’Brien, Sam Healy, William Pody, Nathan Hackett.
Well done to all who took part.
Thanks again to Rosegreen GAA for inviting us to a great day out which was thoroughly enjoyed by our boys.
UNDER 11 FOOTBALL
On Sunday last September 21
St. Pats Under 11 footballers took part in a football blitz in Leahy Park, Cashel where they played three competitive games against three Cashel King Cormac Teams.
The team on the day was; Sean Ryan, James Murphy, Dylan Noonan, Jim O’Neill, Dylan St
Team: Jack O’Connell, Cillian Smyth, Oisín Denn, Conor Cuddihy, Jack Coffey, Alex Coffey, Micheál O’Neill and Adam Mullally. Brilliant effort, lads – the boys loved the festival.
U17 C HURLING FINAL Saturday September 27 in Mullinahone at 12.00 St. Patricks V Carrick Davins
U19 FOOTBALL SEMI-FINAL
This eveining, Wednesday, 24th September, Golden-Kilfeacle play Drom & Inch with St. Patrick’s waiting to take on the winners. U15 HURLING SEMI-FINAL By the time you read this St. Patricks will have played Ballybacon-Grange in the South Semi Final on Tuesday evening under lights in Duneske Cahir. The winners will take on Ballylooby-Castlegrace in the South Final on a date to be arranged.
JUNIOR B HURLING FINAL Sun Sept 28 in Fethard GAA Park at 12.00 St. Patricks V Carrick Swans.
Breeda Fitzgerald
SCARECROW AND PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
This October share and show your creativity. Get the family, neighbours and friends involved. Let’s have a real community effort. Let the village abound with mischief and horror, create the scallawags, the scapegraces, the minxes, pranksters, straw men, ragamuffins, hobgoblin, skeletons, effigies, spooks, clowns, graveyards, skulls, ghosts, cemeteries, statues. Get those Scarecrows made as the closing date for putting them in place is October 18 and there are no late entries.
The next big event at Holycross Abbey
While the Jubilee Team marked a truly memorable occasion the recent screening of Voices of the Abbey, a short documentary celebrating the people who made history through the restoration of Holycross Abbey more than fifty years ago, plans are now afoot for the next event.
That event will also be a big occasion marking the solemn celebration of the Jubilee of Holycross Abbey on on Sunday 5th October. This happens to coincide with the exact day and date when the abbey was officially opened 50 years ago. More details to follow soon.
October 2- Glengarra Flower and Garden will host Siobhan O’Mahoney with instructions and hints on Spring Bulb Planting.
October 4 – Harvest Dance with the Friendly Sound of Paddy O’ Brien and one of Ireland’s Best Pat Daly. For those who love to jive and waltz, come along to Burncourt Community Hall.
October 12- Harvest Mass in Burncourt Church.
October 12-Pat’s Cottage Session-visit to a restored Shanbally Estate Cottage -Pat’s Cottage (for-
merly Pad Páid’s)for an afternoon of music, song and refreshments. Limited Tickets, Contact Margaret 0872887615.
October 18-Scarecrows in place.
October 19- Bygones Day at Burncourt Community Hall, display of crafts and traditions of Bygone Days.
October 23- Floral Demonstration with Marianne Caplice.
October 25-Pumpkin Carving at Pine Nurseries, must be booked in advance.
October 26. Family Fun Day.
BRIAN BORUS RACE NIGHT.
Brian Borus Race Night Fundraiser will take place on Saturday Night, 18th October in Butlers’ Bar, Burncourt. A great night is assured with races, tote, raffle and music. Please support.
SYMPATHY
Our condolences to Seánie Crotty on the death of his sister Mary in USA. Our sympathy to Mary’s husband and her brothers and sisters and extended family.
Our Sympathy to Breda Moore, her brother William and family on the death of their mother Bernie.
We extend our sympathy to Marie Cahill and on the death of her sister Teresa. Our Condolences to Teresa’s nieces and nephews and many friends.May their souls rest in peace in the comfort of God’s Heavenly Kingdom.
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
“Another turned page: there is something of jubilee in that annual autumnal beginning, as if last year’s mistakes have been wiped clean by summer.”
— Wallace Stegner, Angle of Repose
CONDOLENCES
Sincere condolences to the family, relatives, friends and neighbours of Nuala Ryan (neé Byrne), Thurles.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
MOYNE ATHLETIC CLUB
The club staged a successful open cross-country event on Sunday last. On what was a wonderful day, weather wise, and on a great cross-country course, our athletes performed brilliantly with over 50 youngsters from U9 to U19 competing in the green and gold with 22 of them finishing in the top 10 finishers at various age groups.
The substantial numbers involved combined to win the best overall juvenile club and Kate Delaney accepted the Jimmy O’Meara Perpetual Cup on behalf of the club. Five ladies and one man competed in the Senior races with Fethard AC winners of the combined team event and received the Tomás Flynn Memorial Cup.
Congratulations to Aisling Maher and Eoghan Shinnick on completing the Irish Life Dublin Half Marathon in 1.46.25 and 1.39.58, respectively.
Best of luck to all athletes competing this week in the County Primary Schools Cross Country Championships.
Winner of Split the Bucket of €124 was Lily McEvoy. Sincere thanks to all who support our fundraiser.
TEMPLETUOHY COURSING LOTTO
The jackpot now stands at €4,300.
Lucky Dip winners last week were Tommy Bohan, Castleiney, Catriona O’Dwyer, Thurles, Dan-
iel Dwan, Holycross & Richie Fogarty, Templetuohy.
TEMPLETUOHY BINGO
Bingo continues each Thursday evening at 8.30pm in the Community Centre. All support appreciated.
GAA/LGFA/CAMOGIE
The lotto jackpot will be €10,300 this week. The six winners of the lucky dips were Pat Maher, Paul Kelly, Mariann Jones, Eileen Ryan (Moyneard), John Stapleton and Brendan, Paul and Eileen, Temple Bar.
Well done to the premier intermediate hurling team as the defeated Clonakenny last weekend and retain their status for next year.
Hard luck to the Junior B football team as they lost out to Upperchurch-Drombane in the Mid-Final last week, to the U19 football team as they lost out to JK Brackens in the Mid Final, and to the U15 team who lost out Upperchurch-Drombane.
Fixtures await for the Intermediate Footballers and Junior B Hurlers.
Hard luck to the Intermediate Ladies Football team as they lost out to Moycarkey-Borris in a hard-fought County Semi-Final last weekend.
Well done to the girls and management team on their commitment all year and their positive impact in the Intermediate grade. Best of luck to the U16 camogie team as they face Burgess-Duharra in the County Semi-Final in Coolmore Fethard Town Park this Thursday night, 25th September at 8pm.
All support for this group of players would be appreciated.
FUNDRAISING NIGHT AT
THE DOGS ON FRIDAY
Knockgraffon Coursing Club
are holding a fundraising night at the dogs in Clonmel Greyhound Stadium this Friday, 26th September.
Tickets are €10 each (U14’s go free). Tickets are available from Sean Moloney, Don Moloney and Fran Stafford. A great night guaranteed, the Liam MacCarthy Cup and Liam Cahill plus others will be present on the night.
WOMEN’S GROUP!
Choir practicd continues tonight Wednesday, 24th September in the New Inn Community Centre at 8pm sharp with Helen. Looking forward to seeing everybody and new members are always welcome.
VENDORS WANTED!
Join us for a Magical Christmas Wonderland!
The New Inn Community Centre is excited to announce an opportunity for vendors to showcase their offerings at our festive Christmas Wonderland on Sunday, 30th November! This delightful event will feature live music, delicious food, stunning art, and unique crafts, along with a special visit from Santa himself.
It’s the perfect chance to connect with the community and spread some holiday cheer! If you’re interested in being a part of this wonderful event, please apply now!
Reach out to us via direct message on Instagram or Facebook at NewinnCommunityCentre, or email us at newinncommunityhall25@gmail.com.
Don’t miss out on this festive opportunity - let’s make this Christmas unforgettable together!
25 CARD DRIVE, OLD SCHOOL, KNOCKGRAFFON
Winners at the cards last Wed were Dan Costigan / Pakie Hyland with 11 games and in joint second with 10 games each, were Roseanne Carew / Dick Lonergan and Mags O’Dwyer /Mas Loughnane. Table prizes to Willie Crosse / Pat O’Rourke and Philip Ryan and Phil Ryan (Ollie’s).
Well done all.
Cards start at 8.30 pm sharp and all are welcome. Tea and refreshments.
ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO
Results from Monday, 15th September. Numbers drawn were: 10, 13, 24, 28, No outright winner(s).
4 x Lucky Dips: Pia Flannery (Phil Ryan), Dick Leonard (Phil Ryan), John Strumble (RR) Kate Heffernan (RR).
This week’s Jackpot is €14,400.
Thanks for your continued support.
DATE FOR YOUR DIARY
Rebel Hearts will play in Halla na Féile, Cashel on the Bank Holiday Weekend.
West Tipperary GAA in association with the Dillon Quirke Foundation and South Tipperary Hospice Movement will host Rebel Hearts on Bank Holiday Sunday, 26th October in Halla Na Féile Cashel.
Special guests on the night are The Liam MacCarthy Cup and All Ireland winning hurlers. Doors open at 8pm.
Molly O’Connell will kick off proceedings at 8pm before Rebel Hearts take to the stage.
Tickets €25 plus booking free online. Tickets are also available from any West Board officers. Each West club also has an allocation of tickets for sale which will be distributed to any club who has not received them shortly.
OLD CEMETERY, NEW INN
Please note that the caretaker of the cemetery has asked that people check the bases of their headstone in the OLD CEMETERY. A number of headstones are in poor condition and need to be stabilised.
We would ask people to do this please before 1st October to Contact John Hally 087 1902092 or Christy Clifford. Many thanks.
CHURCH AND MASS ARRANGEMENTS
During Fr Bobby’s recovery the Cashel priests will be taking care of the New Inn and Knockgraffon parishes. For any requests during this time, please direct them to the Cashel Parish Office.
For Baptism and Funeral ceremony bookings, families should reach out directly to: Cashel Parish Office, Phone: 062 62200. Email: cashelparish@gmail.com.
In case of emergencies, please use the Cashel on-call number: 086 2551755.
For anniversary bookings during Fr. Bobby’s recovery, please make arrangements after mass in the sacristies of both churches.
The Parish Council is available to assist as needed. Thank you for your understanding and support during this time.
TEMPORARY RELOCATION OF SUNDAY MASS
Notice: Temporary Relocation of Sunday Masses due to renovations at New Inn Church. Attention parishioners: New Inn Church will be temporarily closed for painting and carpeting, starting provisionally in October and lasting approximately four weeks. During this time, all Sunday Masses - 9:30 am and 11:30 am - will be held at Knockgraffon Church.
We will keep you updated on
Sandra English
the exact start dates as they are confirmed.
CASHEL FOR PALESTINE
Every week, our group in Cashel comes together to stand with the people of Palestine. We meet to share stories, discuss the ongoing struggles, and show our unwavering support and empathy for those affected. Whether you are passionate about human rights, peace or simply want to learn more about the Palestinian cause, we welcome everyone to join us in our efforts to make a difference.
When: Every Tuesday at 7pm. Where: The Plaza, Cashel. Together, we can amplify voices and work towards a just and peaceful future.
BEST OF LUCK TO JUNIOR A ROCKWELL HURLERS
Congratulations to the Rockwell Rovers Junior A hurlers on their thrilling victory in the West Final against Cashel last Sunday in Dundrum, with a final score of 1-19 to 1-20.
As they prepare to face Moycarkey/Borris this Saturday, 27th September at 2pm in Fethard for the County Quarter-Final, we extend our best wishes to the team. Your support for the players is appreciated as they aim for continued success!
THANK YOU
A heartfelt thank you is extended to all who supported the recent coffee morning held at the picturesque Templeniery Church in Bansha. The event was a tremendous success, raising an impressive €1,730.
The funds will be donated to several local organizations, including the Circle of Friends in Tipperary, Cluain Árann, and South Tipperary Hospice.
Special appreciation goes out to those who sponsored raffle prizes and contributed their time and effort on the day. Your generosity and support made a significant impact and are deeply appreciated by all involved.
SINCERE SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to the family of the late Tom (Brock) O’Donnell, Scrouthea, Clonmel and formerly of Donegal, New Inn peacefully at Tipperary University Hospital.
Predeceased by his brothers and sisters. Sadly missed by his loving wife Margaret, son Andy, daughter Claire-Anne, sister Mary Anne, brothers Paddy (London) and Liam, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, Aunt Hanna, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Tom’s Month’s Mind is Sunday, 5th October at 11.30am in New Inn Church.
May Tom rest in peace.
Friends in Tipperary, Cluain Arann, and South Tipperary Hospice Movement.
CATHEDRAL REROOFING PROJECT FUNDRAISERS
MICHAEL ENGLISH and his band: “Faith, Hope and Inspiration Concert” in the Cathedral on Friday, September 26th. Ticket Donation: €30. Tickets on sale in Parish Office, Cathedral Street (0504 22229) and Bookworm, Liberty Square (0504 22257).
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Glengoole Wednesday 10am to 2pm, Gortnahoe Thursday 10am to 1pm. The rosary is recited before Mass in Glengoole every Saturday evening.
THE ROSARY
The Rosary will be recited at Our Lady’s Grotto, Saturday before 6pm Mass.
LOURDES PILGRIMAGE
From 19th to 24th October, 2025. For further information and booking, please contact Fr. Martin Murphy PP, Drom & Inch on 086-3868877.
SVP HELP WITH THIRD LEVEL EDUCATION
This can be a very stressful time of the year and we are glad to say that Saint Vincent de Paul may be able to help with some of your third level education costs. Please apply to 061 317327. Terms and conditions will apply.
JIVE WITH TIM DANCE CLASSES
Learn to jive, foxtrot, waltz, quickstep and line dance in Gortnahoe Hall, starting this Thursday 25th September, 8.30pm. €10 pay as you go. Contact Tim on 087 162 8027 for more details.
PILATES WITH RUTH
Pilate classes will commence in Glengoole Hall starting Monday, 29th Sept at 7pm. €10 pay as you go. To book, message 0872049418, Instagram @pilates_ruth. Bring mat and water.
BALLYSLOE SCHOOL
Ballysloe NS 24 hour puckathon will take place on Friday 17th October 2025 starting at 10am in Ballysloe National School field. Calling all hurling enthusiasts help us by putting your hurling skills to good use and helping us to raise much needed funds for our school. There is also a gofundme set up for donations.
GORTNAHOE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
A Table Quiz will be held this Friday 26th September at 9pm in Mary Willies, Table of 4, €20. Raffle on the night with great prizes. Please support to make Gortnahoe a brighter place for Christmas.
GORTNAHOE BINGO
Bingo will continue this Saturday evening at 4.00pm with doors opening from 3.00pm and will continue each Saturday evening at the same time.
Over €2,660 in prize money on offer including a special €500 game.
COIS NORE OUTREACH CENTRE
Cois Nore Outreach Centre will be visiting from 11am to 1pm weekly Urlingford every Friday. Location: The Mill FRC, Main Street, Urlingford. Phone 087 4833941 for an appointment. All are so welcome to avail of cancer support and signposting to the free and confidential services available in Cois Nore Cancer support Centre in Kilkenny. SPLIT THE POT
Congratulations to Noreen McGarry, Inchorourke who won €168 in the Split the Pot draw last Sunday. Envelopes are available in Cahill’s Gortnahoe, Hogans Grange and at the usual outlets, you can also Revolut to 0876777220. Split the Pot for September is in aid of the Christmas lights for Gortnahoe. The draw takes place each Sunday at 12pm in Gortnahoe Hall. Your support would be appreciated.
052 61 48800
MEN’S NOTES
The expected bad weather never arrived this weekend so plenty of individuals took their chance at securing a spot in the top 40 of the Bulmer’s Summer Series Final which is due to take place this Sunday 28th September. The current list of qualifiers has been sent out by email and now the qualifying mark is 35 points and above with only today and Friday left to secure your spot.
This week also sees the Final of the Hub running all week long and the very best of luck to everyone involved , the prize for this is incredible and we would like to thank the Hub for the generous and continuous support of Clonmel Golf Club.
Most importantly, we would like to congratulate Liam Kennedy and the Golf 6’s on their incredible achievement of finishing second in the All-Ireland Finals in Grange Golf Club on Sunday. An excellent achievement in what is only hopefully the start of some incredible golfing careers in the years to come. Well done to all the players, families and back-room team.
FIXTURES
The Hub Final runs this week for all the qualifiers
Bulmer’s runs Monday and Friday of this week with the final on Sunday 28th September
The Glanua sponsored Open Singles is on Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th September
The Relations Cup is to be played on Sunday 12th of October
Reminder that the ladies open day is on Sunday 5th October so no tee times are available until 2pm on the day
CLONMEL SENIORS
The next outing takes place on this Thursday 25th September and it’s the South Munster Open Seniors competition. Please ensure that you book your tee times on BRS, why not bring along a friend. Entry fee €15 for visitors, €5 for members. All Seniors most welcome.
CLUB LOTTO
Kindly sponsored by Europlan Group
Lotto draw took place on Saturday 20th September with a Jackpot of €7,200
Numbers drawn: 1-9-18-22. No Jackpot winner. No matched-three winners.
Next Draw takes place on Saturday 27th September with a Jackpot of €7,300.
Tickets at €2 each and three for €5. Also available to purchase online, QR codes, Facebook.
Vouchers available for all kinds of gifts and presents. Quick Pick Lotto available.
MEMBERSHIP 2025
Offer available for new mem-
bers joining from now up to 31st March 2026. If you are considering joining a club, why not give us a call. Full details please contact Aine at the office on 052-6124050 or download an application form from our website www.clonmelgolfclub.com.
LADIES NOTES:
Results:
Marion O’Neill Vice-Captain’s Prize (POY) – Saturday 13th & Wednesday 17 September.
1st: Betty Lonergan (23) 35pts c/b
2nd: Brid O’Neill (26) 35pts
3rd: Jeannie Ronan (16) 34pts
4th: Aisling Kilroy (46) 33pts
Saturday 13th September: 9 Hole Club Singles Stableford. Winner: Michelle Rice (11) 17pts. Congratulations Ladies. Fixtures: Saturday 20th & Wednesday 24th September: - Eileen Kavanagh Memorial Cup-POY 18 Hole Singles Stableford. Saturday 27th September: - 9 Hole Club Singles Stableford.
Saturday 27th & Wednesday 1st October: - Alan Maher (Londis)3 Person Texas Scramble.
The Hub 12 Hole Summer Series for 2025 – The list of Grand Final Qualifiers. has now been published. Qualifiers will play their final round between Saturday 20th September and Friday 26th September. Each qualifier can only play once. Best of luck to all!
GOLF SIXES
All Ireland Final. Sunday 21st September, saw the conclusion of the Golf Sixes season with the All-Ireland Final at Grange Golf Club, Dublin. Congratulations to our Golf Sixes team who came 2nd – a fantastic achievement.
The winning team from Carton House were in a tied position with Clonmel and won on a countback.
Thanks to all the players, to Liam Kennedy and Grace Buckley for their commitment to the team and to all involved on this journey to the final. It was a proud day for everyone and a great honour for the Club.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Sunday 5th October – Ladies’ Day.
Sunday 12th October is the rescheduled date for The Relations Cup – Mixed 18 Hole Open 4 Ball. Any combination of father, mother, daughter, son, cousin, uncle, aunt, brother, sister, husband, wife. …any relation can play.
New Members: Clonmel Golf Club warmly welcomes new Lady Members. We are offering golf lessons on Thursday evenings 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm along with special membership for new golfers. For more information please contact Dylan Burke, Club PGA Professional on 085-8141438 or email dylan@dylanburkegolf.com.
JUNIOR GOLF:
Our Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club Junior Captain’s Prize took place at Cahir Park Golf Course on Sunday last. It was a most important and successful day for Girls Junior Captain Alannah Rose Walsh & Boys Junior Captain Thomas Crosse.
The winners were as follows:
Girls; in 1st place Jamie Alley, 2nd - Andrea Rangelova, 3rdRachel Stockil
Boys; in 1st place Evan Wade, 2nd - Rian Moloney, 3rd - Luke Hanrahan
Congratulations to all the winners and well done to the Junior Golf Committee for all your work with the Junior Club over the past year. Thanks to Cahir Park for facilitating the Junior Captains Prize for Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club.
MEN’S GOLF:
Memorial Cup:
The Memorial Cup competition was played last week in Tipperary Golf Club. This competition was set up some years ago in memory of the deceased members of Co Tipperary Golf & country Club. We appreciate the opportunity to run the competition in Tipperary Golf Club.
The winner of the competition was Tommy Landers playing off 15 with a score of 38 points.
In 2nd place Scott Williams (9) with 37 points (B9).
Best Gross Andrew Burke (+1) with 31 points.
3rd Daniel Currivan (6) 37 points (B9)
4th John Canny (9) 37 points.
Senior: John Ryan (Con) (12) 32 points.
Category Scores:
Cat 1 (0-9)
1st Michael Moloney (7) 34 points (B9)
2nd Dermot Keating (7) 34 Points.
Cat 2 (10 – 13)
1st Padraic Hickey (10) 34 points.
2nd Owen Ryan (11) 33 points (B9)
Cat 3 (14 -17)
1st Michael Stapleton (17) 36 points.
2nd Ailbe Maher (15) 33 points (B9)
Cat 4 (18 +)
Tom O’Donnell (25) 36 Points
2nd Pat Ryan (20) 31 points. President’s Prize
We wish President Jenny Lawrence the very best for her President’s Prize.
Venue: Thurles Golf Club
Green Fee incl. Prizes: €20
Booking: Gents contactSean Carroll 0892392944, Ladies contact Caroline O’Dwyer 0872131189 (please do not book through Thurles Golf shop)
Format: 18 Hole Singles Stableford for both Ladies and Gents.
Dates & Times:
Wed 24th Sept: Morning tee times available.
Sat 27th: Limited Tee times available.
Sun 28th: Limited Tee times available.
We wish President Jenny the very best for her President’s Prize and thank Thurles Golf Club for facilitating Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club for the President’s Prize.
LADIES GOLF
Our Tuesday morning ladies played a 9-hole singles in Thurles last week and the winner was
kitty Byrne and lucky dip Maura Maher. There will be no Tuesday golf this week due to our President Jenny Lawerence Prize starting on Wednesday in Thurles and continuing to Saturday and Sunday. We wish President Jenny our best wishes, and prize giving will be held on Sunday evening in the Bridge house Golden from 8.30.
GOLF SHOP:
Our Dundrum Golf Shop has been moved to Cashel. It is at Bank Place at the top of the Main Street.
You will still find our two Golf Professionals Marian Riordan & Colin O’Gorman attending to the costumers.
While the shop is open to everyone, it is important that members with credit on their account go immediately and make a purchase to use up your Credit. Speaking to Marian, she is not sure what lies ahead for her. For the members of Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club, it would be wonderful if someone would purchase Dundrum and bring it back to its former glory and the icing on the cake would be to see Marian & Colin and Niamh back again.
SENIORS GOLF:
The result of the away outing to the Gold Coast:
Singles Competition:
In 1st place Tom Kennedy with 35pts (b9) & in 2nd place Gerry Maher 35pts.
Team Competition:
In 1st place Davy Fitzgerald, Tommy Landers, Tom Kennedy with 93pts. 2nd Sean Crosse, John Grogan & John O’Donovan with 91pts. Nearest the Pin: Pat Ryan (Golden) on the 7th & Liam Ryan (Cashel) on the 14th hole.
Ladies Mari Mina Competition 18 Hole Stapleford 11th to 14th September 2025
The winner was Kathleen Lonergan Hcp 19 with a score of 37 Points
Second was Anne Fahey Hcp 34 with a score of 36 Points.
Gross Breda R Hickey Hcp 21 with a score of 16 Gross
Third was Imelda Fitzpatrick Hcp 24 with a score of 35 Points. Ladies O’Donnell’s Daybreak Open Day 3 Ball Champagne Scramble Thursday 18th September 2025.
The winning Team was Marie Keating / M. Noonan / Michelle Keating with 94 Points
Second was B. Kavanagh / L. Harris / G. Cooney with 82 Points Third was M. Kenrick / E. Carroll / M. Comerford with 81 Points
Ladies 9 Hole Stapleford Thursday11th September 2025
The winner was Phil Kehoe PH 15 with 16 points. Congratulations to all the winners.
CLUB CLASSIC 3rd, 4th and 5th October
As you may know, the management committee has found it necessary to begin remediation work on our bridge located at the 8th hole. To help cover the costs, the committee is organizing a Fundraiser golf classic. All proceeds from this event will be entirely dedicated to the bridge repairs and we encourage all members to participate by playing once or even twice over this 3 day event. The entry fee is €30 per person for both men and women, while juniors can participate for €10. There is also a re-entry option available for €20.
Date: 3rd, 4th and 5th October Format: Champagne Scramble Team: 3 Players
Prizes: Kindly sponsored by Morrison BMW Prize Categories:
Mens
Ladies
Mixed Junior Longest Drive (Men and Ladies)
Nearest the Pin (Men and Ladies)
Booking: through the Pro Shop FIND THE GOLF BALL DRAW Sabdbh Hahessy card came out of our draw on September 13th. Sabdbh was not a jackpot winner but won €20. Many thanks to all who supported out draw to date.
The 3rd annual 2 Johnnies South Tipperary 8k Women’s Mini Marathon took place on Saturday, 20th September in Cahir at 5pm. There were just over 400 runners, joggers and walkers attend with lots of supporters and kids there to meet the 2 Johnnies. The route had a downhill start at the Garda station, through the town and then a challenging climb out by Munster proteins, was mainly flat with a bit of an incline up the motorway but then there was a lovely 1k downhill finish.
Great credit is due to Cahir Meet & Train group, who hosted and organised the event. There was a lovely fun atmosphere before and after the race, and the lovely, dry and sunny evening made it ideal conditions for participants and spectators.
We had 8 club members travel to Cahir to take part.
First home for the club and winning the race for the third year in a row was Dymphna Ryan in a super time of 28.10, she was followed by Catherine Fogarty who was in 4th place and won F45 category, in 6th place was by Emily Leahy 33.45 and was 2nd F40, next was Edel Hayes 40.47, Ruth O’ Brien 48.35, Aine Hayes 52.18, Claire Ryan 53.12 and Sarah Quirke 1.02.
Congratulations and well done to all ladies. A great evening was had by all in Cahir!
The Cross Country 2025 season kicked off on Sunday 21st September at Castle Field, Maynard, Moyne with the Open Cross Country event. With a start of 12 noon, it was a dry, bright and breezy day, making it ideal for running and dry underfoot.
There was a trophy for the winner and medals for the following 9 individuals of each Juvenile race.
We had a big number of juvenile members competing who all ran really well and secured a few podium positions and lots of medals were brought home. This was great preparation for the upcoming school’s cross country which takes place today, Wednesday 24th September in the grounds of Thurles Crokes.
In the senior 3k women’s race the U17 & U19 women ran with the senior & masters women, Karen Coughlan and Belle Kelly competed in this race.
In the men’s senior & masters 5k race Paudie Coen, Ritchie Bresnan, Darren Allison, Shane White & Michael Ryan ran.
Well done to all who ran today Thanks to Moyne Ac for hosting the event, and a special mention of thanks to John & Brid Moore on PA, who, as always do a brilliant job.
Next up is The County Tipperary Juvenile Even Age Juvenile & Novice Cross Country Championship in Galbally on Sunday 5th October.
Clonmel Rowing Club members (from left) Paul Nugent, Nell McCarthy, Branwen Kelly and James McGrath who pulled off something of a surprise to win the Mixed Masters 4X evet at the recent World Masters Regatta held in Banyoles, Spain, on the lake that hosted the 1992 Olympics staged in Barcelona. It was a sweet moment on the double for the two boys as Paul coached James as a junior over thirty years ago at The Island in Clonmel.
On Sunday, September 14, Fethard won the South Junior ‘B’ Football final, after beating Kilsheelan Kilcash on a scoreline Fethard 0-10, to Kilsheelan-Kilcash 1-06, played at Clonmel Sportsfield. In the first 10 minutes Kilsheelan were 1-3 up before Fethard came into the game with both Shane Neville and Joe Morgan in particular, playing a very tight game. During the second quarter Kilsheelan scored 2 points to Fethard’s first point from play
scored by Keenan Aherne, to leave the half time score Kilsheelan 1-5, Fethard 0-4.
In the second half the wind favoured Fethard, and we added 2 points from play, one each from Jack Ward and Jack Davey. Kieran Bergin scored a point from play – the best of the day. This was followed by a point from a free scored by substitute Keenan Ahearne to draw level 1-5 to 0-8. The excellent Jack Davey who grew in confidence as the game
went on, scored a point to go ahead, and the same player put Fethard two up in the 28th minute by scoring the final point from play, leaving Fethard winners by apoint.
Fethard team and scorers:
Jamie McCormack, M.J. Phelan, Joe Morgan (captain), Jack Stokes, Charlie Hackett, Shane Neville, Michael O’Meara, Willie Morgan, Paul Moloney, Keenan Ahearne 0-2 (1F), Kieran Bergin 0-1, Jack Davey 0-3, Jack Ward
0-3 (2 pointer F), Ross McCormack, Sean Moroney 0-1F. Subs used were: Peter Gough, Ciaran O’Meara, Oisin Ryan, and Keenan Aherne. Referee for the
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Cashel King Cormac’s’ golden year at underage level continued in spectacular fashion at the weekend, as their U15 hurlers captured the West Tipperary ‘A’ Hurling Championship after a pulsating final against Cappawhite in Lattin. The game was a true classic, a West final that had everything, with both teams serving up a feast of attacking hurling and drama from start to finish.
Cashel emerged victorious on a remarkable scoreline of 6-19 to 6-11, a testament to the attacking flair and determination on display from both sides.
The contest ebbed and flowed, with momentum swinging back and forth, and both sets of supporters treated to a tremendous spectacle. Cappawhite pushed Cashel all the way, and both teams deserve huge praise for their skill, spirit, and sportsmanship on the day.
For Cashel King Cormac’s, this victory is particularly sweet as it marks the club’s third ‘A’ divisional hurling title of the year, following earlier triumphs at Under 17 and Under 19 level. The achievement is a clear sign that years of investment in the club’s underage structures are now bearing fruit. The conveyor belt of talent coming through the ranks is a source of immense pride for everyone involved with the club, from coaches and mentors to parents and supporters.
Congratulations are due to all
the players and their coaches for their commitment and hard work throughout the season. Hard luck to Cappawhite, who played their part in a memorable final and can hold their heads high.
With the West title secured, Cashel King Cormac’s now look ahead to a county semi-final date with North champions Toomevara in a couple of weeks’ time. With momentum and confidence high, hopes are rising that this exceptional group can continue their winning run and add even more silverware to what is already a remarkable season for the club.
By FRANCIS COUGHLAN
at Páirc Ciocaim, Dundrum
Rockwell Rovers bridged a fourteen-year gap to claim a fifth Gleeson Concrete West Junior A Hurling Championship title on Sunday at Pairc Ciocaim, Dundrum. In a dramatic conclusion to the game Anthony Walsh’s injury time point looked to have swung the momentum with the Cashel men after his penalty six minutes previous had given Cashel a huge lifeline in the game that
appeared to be going away from them. However, the pendulum was to swing again in the remaining minutes as the play continued. TJ Ryan would become the hero of the hour with two crucial points to rapturous roars from the Rockwell Rovers supporters. With one last play Rockwell then forced a turnover and with that the fulltime whistle and a first Junior A Hurling title in 14 years.
The sides were level five times in the first half which was a fairly even encounter. Cashel were
reliant heavily on frees with five of their first half total of seven coming from Ross Whelan placed balls. His counterpart at the other end Alan Moloney was equally as good though Kevin Cleary and Liam Fahy played a huge part in their performance from both general play and on the scoresheet with two points each in the that first 30 which saw them lead, 0-10 to 0-7 at the interval.
The resumption of the second half remained close with Cashel bringing the deficit back to one before TJ Ryan’s goal gave Rockwell the momentum from which they added further points to push the lead out to six in the final quarter before the dramatic finish.
This was a keenly contested game from the off as neither side was willing to back down with numerous hooks and blocks. Rockwell Rovers had brought a hunger and aggression to their semi-final victory over Lattin/Cullen and from the off it was clear that was not a one off. Rockwell Rovers played with the aid of a strong breeze into the dressing room end for the opening thirty. The opening scores were dominated by placed balls with Alan Moloney cancelling out Ross Whelan’s two opening points. Liam Fahy hit the first score from play in the seventh minute before Anthony Walsh responded in kind two minutes later. Rockwell were continuing to press forward with Cian O’Brien and Kevin Cleary getting their names on the scoreboard. Rockwell led by early in the second quarter before another Ross Whelan free and a first from Jack McGrath tied the game for the third time. The game continued to remain close with the free takers continuing to play
their part. Rockwell would finish the half stronger with points from Tom Downey and another Alan Moloney free to take a three-point interval lead, 0-10 to 0-7.
That three points difference remained between the sides in the opening stages after the resumption as Alan Moloney and Kevin Cleary traded points with Andrew Irwin and Anthony Walsh. Cashel had that deficit back to one by the ninth minute, 0-13 to 0-12 with Anthony Walsh and Ross Whelan from another placed ball. Cashel looked to be getting a footing in the game but were dealt a huge blow when TJ Ryan goaled at the railway end after eleven minutes. A ruck development out near the corner on the stand and after good work from Patrick Hickey, Laim Fahy emerged with the sliotar and heading for goal off loaded to TJ who beat Eoghan Dunne one on one. Liam Fahy then added two superb points before Patrick Hickey had the gap out to six entering the final quarter. Rockwell continued to dictate terms and force turnovers with ferocious tackling. That six points was still there as the game entered the final ten minutes as the sides traded further points. Jack McGrath brought it down to five and the game remained without a score for another five minutes. Then McGrath who was central to the Cashel revival was brought down for a penalty. Anthony Walsh stepped up and made no mistake. McGrath, Whelan and Walsh all added points and it appeared Cashel were going to pull off the win. Anthony Walsh and Andrew Irwin really leading the charge from the back making full use of the strong breeze. With the play
now deep in injury time TJ Ryan scored under pressure to tie the game their first score in thirteen minutes. It came as a huge relief. But the drama wasn’t done and when Ryan got another chance almost immediately, he turned on to his left to point what would be the winner. Cashel did have another chance but were turned over and with that the final whistle.
Following the game West Board
Vice Chairman Michael McCarthy presented the Dr. Hickey Cup to Rockwell Rovers captain Robbie O’Donnell.
SCORERS AND TEAMS
Rockwell Rovers: Alan Moloney (0-5f), Liam Fahy (0-5), Kevin Cleary (0-5), TJ Ryan (1-2), Cian O’Brien (0-1), Tom Downey (0-1), Patrick Hickey (0-1)
Cashel King Cormacs: Ross Whelan (0-9f), Anthony Walsh (1-4, (1-0p)), Jack McGrath (0-4),
Irwin (0-2) Rockwell Rovers: Colm Moloney, Liam Lonergan, Robbie O’Donnell, Peter Heaney, Andrew Tobin, Aidan Barron, Steve Boland, Kevin Cleary, Gavin Ryan, Tom Downey, Patrick Hickey, Alan Moloney, Cian O’Brien, T J Ryan, Liam Fahy Subs Used: Oisin Cummins for Peter Heaney.
Cashel King Cormacs: Eoghan Dunne, Donal Ryan, Oisin Dwan, Aiden Skeffington, Paraic Brosnan, Andrew Irwin, Anthony Walsh, Dan Moloney, Colm Ryan, Callum Butler Buckley, Simon Delaney, Ross Whelan, Aaron Moloney, Jack McGrath, Fabian Ryan Subs Used: Dylan Fitzelle for Fabian Ryan. Lee Riordan for Aaron Moloney Referee: Donal Ryan (Cappawhite)
Arrabawn Tipperary Co-Op Society Ltd.
West Junior B Hurling Championship Final SOLOHEAD
By JOHN O’SHEA
at Annacarty
Solohead are the Arrabawn Tipperary Co Op Society Ltd West Junior B Hurling champions for the fourth time following their three point victory over Emly at Annacarty on Saturday afternoon. In doing so, they now have won three of the last four finals in this grade.
Played before a large crowd, with the field in excellent condition, despite the recent heavy rainfall, this was the first final in this grade between the sides, and what a final it turned out to be.
It was by far the best final in this grade for many years, and great credit is due to both teams, who never let-up throughout. It was end to end stuff over the course of the hour with never more than four points separating the sides. At the end of the day, Emly will rue some wayward shooting, particularly during the opening half when they hit eight wides. They will also look back on the concession of three first half goals, two of which probably should have been prevented.
Solohead will also look back on some missed chances, partic-
ularly late on when the game was in the melting pot. They had two big match winners, Jack Redican in defence and Tristan Stokes who not only hit four points from open play, but was involved in the opening goal also drew the penalty after 28 minutes.
The sides were level seven times during a pulsating opening 30 minutes, with eighteen scores in the first eighteen minutes. The game ebbed and flowed, with both sides having their purple patches. Solohead had gone into a threepoint advantage at the end of the opening quarter, bur Emly were back on level terms by the 18th minute 1-7 to 0-10. They then pushed on to go three up before James Dee converted a penalty.
The final three minutes, including two of added time yielded four scores including a second major for Solohead. After the restart the opening four scores were evenly shared before Emly got in for a major at the far end on 39 minutes. Solohead hit a purple patch which was probably the winning of the game, hitting six minors on the bounce. While Emly recovered, they were unable to make inroads and Solohead held out for their third title in four years.
Emly won the toss and played into the road end, with John O’Brien opening the scoring after twenty seconds with a good effort from the stand side. Solohead equalised from a James Dee placed ball, after Stephen drew the free, on their first attack. Conor Burke and Diarmuid Carroll eased Emly back in front before Anthony Owens beat Darragh McAuley from close-in after Tristan Stokes had opened up the defence with a run from midfield. Kevin McGrath and Tristan Stokes traded minors before Conor Burke brought the sides level for the third time.
Scores were coming thick and fast as play moved from end to end. Emly moved into a twopoint advantage before Solohead replied with four unanswered points coming up to the end of the first quarter, with two from James Dee and one each from Jack Redican and Stephen Dee. Emly upped their game and played their best hurling over the hour, in a 12-minute spell coming up to the twenty-eight minute.
They hit six points on the bounce and also had a cracking shot from Aidan O’Heney come back off the crossbar, with John Joe O’Brien well beaten. During that period of supremacy, they also hit six wides. A run at the defence by Tristan Stokes drew a penalty which James Dee dispatched low and hard past Darragh McAuley to tie the game for the sixth time.
Points from Paul and Aidan O’Heney eased Emly back in front, but a long range free from his own 45-meter line by Jack Redican dropped into the Emly net, having taken a deflection. This was a blow to Emly, having made all the running during the second quarter. Conor Burke tied the game once more with a point from a converted free in added time to leave the half-time score, Emly 0-16, Solohead 3-7.
After the restart, Tristan Stokes and James Dee hit two minors inside the opening minute, but again Emly replied through Conor Burke. Aidan O’Heney gave Emly a huge boost when he got the ball over the line after a double save from John Joe O’Brien on 39 minutes. However, it was Solohead who responded, moving up a gear over the next ten minutes, which was probably the winning of the game.
Anthony Owens, James Dee
and Anthony Redican all found the target before John O’Brien was just outside the post, with a goal for the taking. On such small margins are games won and lost.
Following that let-off, they pushed on and hit the next three points, to go four to the good.
Aidan O’Heney and Jamie Carroll with his third from play, cut the deficit to two, but Solohead held their composure, even though they hit a few bad wides late on, and went on to take the title in fine fashion.
After the game, West Board vice chairman, Michael McCarthy presented the Jamise O’Donoghue Cup to the winning Solohead captain, Stephen Dee. Solohead will now play the Mid runners up in a County quarter final, while Emly will take on the Mid champions.
SCORERS AND TEAMS
Solohead: James Dee (1-8, 1-0 pen, 3f), Jack Redican (1-5, 1-4f), Tristan Stokes (0-4), Anthony Owens (1-1), Stephen Dee (0-1)
Emly: Conor Burke (0-9, 7f), Aidan O’Heney (1-4), Jamie Carroll (0-3), Paul O’Heney (0-2),
John O’Brien (0-2), Kevin McGrath (0-1), Diarmuid Carroll (0-1)
Solohead: John Joe O’Brien, Chris O’Connor, Edward Nolan, Noel Kennedy, Paul Ryan, Brendan Collins, Jack Redican. James Dee, Denis O’Shea, Tristan Stokes, Stephen Dee (Captain), Damien Ryan (C), Declan Riordan, Anthony Owens, Philip O’Doherty
Subs used: Brian Gavin for Philip O’Doherty (HT), Eoin Riordan for Denis O’Shea (inj. 41), Philip O’Doherty for Damien Ryan (C) (55)
Emly: Darragh McAuley, Patrick McGrath, John Purcell, Bob McEneiry, Diarmuid Carroll, Brian Burke (Captain), James Cunningham, Conor Phipps, Jamie Carroll, John O’Brien, Paul O’Heney, Conor Burke, Aidan O’Heney, Kevin McGrath, Shane Carroll
Subs used: Evan Hennessy for
Referee;
Bridge House Golden West U19B Football Championship Final
By JOHN O’SHEA at Páirc na nGael, New Inn
Golden/Kilfeacle are the Bridge House West Under 19B Football champions for the first time, following their four-point victory over Cashel King Cormacs at Pairc na nGael New Inn on Wednesday night last. The scoreline didn’t reflect the closeness of this game as Cashel were in contention right to the very end.
It took a third goal from man of the match, Sam Hall, in the 66th minute to finally put light between
the sides. The sides were tied on 58 minutes but Golden came good in added time, with Hall getting the vital scores.
The sides were level on four occasions during the opening quarter in this evenly balanced contest and Golden led by the minimum at the break, after Cashel had got the last three minors of the half, 1-5 to 0-7. After the restart the town side were quickly into action and were back in front by the 35th minute.
Golden hit back over the next 15 minute to lead by four. How-
ever, a major from Cashel brought them right back in contention. Some wayward shooting would eventually cost them, both from open play and placed balls, especially during those closing minutes, when the game was in the melting pot.
Played before a good size crowd, this game was slow to get moving, with both side playing cagey football. Eventually after five minutes Charlie Hall got the scoreboard moving from a free on the left. Niall Hallissey had the sides on level terms for the first time, two minutes later from a placed ball. Seán White and Hallissey exchanged minors before a good Cashel move involving Tudor Mereacre and Eimhin Ryan ended with Colin Maher finding the range.
Sam Hall eventually got off the mark from a placed ball after twelve minutes before Jimmy McLoughlin cancelled out a Niall Hallissey free to bring the sides level for the fourth time on fifteen minutes. Sam Hall put light between the sides, when he rose highest in the Cashel goalmouth to divert a long range kick from his brother Charlie, to the net. Charlie then stretched the lead out to four with a minor on twenty-two minutes. Cashel however finished out the half with Briaín O’Donoghue kicking two points and Callum Byrnes cutting the deficit to the minimum just before the break.
Half time score, Golden Kilfeacle 1-5, Cashel KC 0-7.
Cashel were quickly into the action after the restart with Tommy O’Connor linking up with the attack to finish an attacking move out of defence, with a point from the right. Niall Hallissey eased them in front with a converted free on 35minutes before Golden were awarded a penalty at the village end. Sam Hall slotted past Evan O’Neill with a low drive to go two up, before stretching the lead out to three from a free after 41 minutes.
Cashel were then reduced to 14 following the dismissal, on a black card, of Colm Ryan. Golden failed to make use of their numerical advantage but Charlie Hall put four between the sides on forty nine minutes, before Ryan resumed at midfield.
In his first attack since resuming, he blasted to the net with eight minutes of normal time on the clock. They pushed up on Golden, but were unable to advance the scoreboard, mainly due to wayward kicking and bad shot choices.
The fact that they haven’t played much football of late, didn’t help their cause. Niall Hallissey tied the game for the sixth time on 58 minutes and a grandstand finish ensued. A Cashel free came back off the post before another just drifted outside the post.
Golden weathered the storm and Sam Hall put them back in front in added time with a point off his weaker right foot. Then after six minutes of added time, the Hall brothers wrapped up what
was a hugely entertaining contest.
A sideline ball by Charlie from out at the stand side floated over the top before being collected by Sam, who calmly slotted home from close-in.
Final Score Golden Kilfeacle 3-8, Cashel KC 1-10.
After the game the Ryan Shield was presented to winning captain, Sam Hall by West Secretary Conor English, in the presence of Seanie O’Halloran Junior, who represented the sponsors.
Golden Kilfeacle: Sam Hall (33, 1-0 pen, 2f), Charlie Hall (03,1f), Seán White (0-1), Jimmy McLoughlin (0-1)
Cashel King Cormacs: Niall Hallissey (0-5, 4f), Colm Ryan (1-0), Briaín O’Donoghue (0-2), Tommy O’Connor (0-1), Callum Byrnes (0-1), Colin Maher (0-1)
Golden/Kilfeacle: Eoin Ryan (P), Ian Ryan, Cian Lonergan, Jack Donnelly, Conor Marnane, Ning Brennan, Ciaran Byrnes, Harry Fogarty, Sean White, Sam Hall (Captain), Kevin Hogan, Charlie Hall, Jimmy McLoughlin, Evan Ryan, Jamie Moloney Cashel King Cormacs: Evan O’Neill, Kyle Cully, Cormac McInerney, Aiden Skeffington (Captain), Tommy O’Connor, Oisín O’Donoghue, Colin Maher, Colm Ryan, Callum Butler Buckley, Tudor Mereacre, Briaín O’Donoghue, Niall Hallissey, Eimhin Ryan, Callum Byrnes, Jack O’Dwyer
Subs
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BY NOEL DUNDON
What a weekend it has been – a storm of shocks, upsets, and heart-thumping drama that has set hurling folk across the Premier County buzzing with anticipation for the final weekend of September. No fewer than twenty knockout games are hurtling towards decision, promising a feast of hurling that will stir the blood and ignite parish pride.
The headlines belong to Kilruane MacDonagh’s ambush of the fancied Kiladangan and Drom-Inch’s fearless toppling of Clonoulty/Rossmore. To the casual eye, these might seem eyebrowraising upsets; but any soul brave enough to stake their roof on the “favourites” is now surely queuing for a place on the housing list. The great leveller that is championship hurling has no regard for reputation.
Curiously, both Kiladangan and Clonoulty/Rossmore shone brightest in the divisional championships, but when the white heat of the county series arrived, consistency deserted them. For Kiladangan, it’s all over; for Clonoulty, the grim spectre of relegation hangs heavy, with a survival clash against
Mullinahone looming ominously.
MOUTH WATERING CLASH IN KILRUANE V NENAGH
Kilruane’s reward is a mouth-watering clash with near neighbours Nenagh Éire Óg – a parish rivalry that will have the hedgerows humming. Drom-Inch, meanwhile, square up to MoycarkeyBorris, a duel dripping with mid-division spice. The draw, it seems, delights in fuelling local grudges.
Elsewhere, Cashel King Cormacs –still stinging from their U19 heartbreak against St Mary’s – will lock horns with Holycross-Ballycahill in not one but two championship fronts: senior and junior A. Twice in one weekend these parishes will collide, and the question will linger: will Cashel be the Rock upon which the Abbey parish perishes, or is the stage for another twist in the tale?
And then, the pièce de résistance: reigning champions LoughmoreCastleiney against Toomevara, a repeat of last year’s final. Toome’ arrive battlehardened after grinding past JK Brackens in a bruising arm-wrestle, and they’ve had this fixture circled in red since the moment the whistle blew last September. Loughmore Castleiney, though, are
a team forged in fire; Noel McGrath’s injury casts a shadow, but if spirit and grit could carry a hurler, he’d soldier on with one good leg and sheer defiance. This is the golden time of the season. The sod grows heavier, the air sharper, and the collisions more ferocious. Yet, amid the thunder of timber and the grind of bodies, artistry still shines. Every stroke must now be measured, every puck-out precious. And with Semple Stadium providing the stage – the finest sod in the county – there can be no excuses. And, there won’t be either.
EXCITING PREMIER
INTERMEDIATE QUARTER-FINALS
But the drama doesn’t end there. The Premier Intermediate grade brings its own intrigue, with quarter-finals clashing like storm fronts. Supporters are spoiled and tormented in equal measure – how to be in two, three, or even four places at once? Upperchurch-Drombane v Killenaule in Holycross collides with Nenagh v Kilruane; GortnahoeGlengoole v Ballina goes head-to-head with the Loughmore Castleiney-Toome’ showdown. And all the while, Carrick Swans, Silvermines, Boherlahan-Dualla, and Moneygall are in the thick of their
own battles. Wouldn’t a few under-thelights fixtures have eased the burden and given patrons a chance to breathe it all in? One wonders why the floodlights lie quenched.
The Intermediate championship is a war zone too: Knockavilla Kickhams v Moyle Rovers, Golden Kilfeacle v Arravale Rovers, Borrisokane v Kilsheelan, and Cappawhite v Ballingarry. Add the Junior A ties – Kiladangan v Cahir, Clonmel Óg v Nenagh, Holycross v Cashel, Rockwell Rovers v Moycarkey – and the scheduling headache for the CCC is plain to see.
Clubs straddling multiple grades means avoiding unfair overlaps is like juggling fire.
And so, a super weekend lies ahead –the kind of weekend hurling people live for, dream of, and talk about for winters to come. The roar of the crowd, the crack of the ash, the sweat and the soil – it all awaits. Get yourself to as many games as you can, for your presence adds to the magic. This is championship hurling, in all its raw, glorious splendour.
Over the coming weekend, the hurling fields of Tipperary will be alive with more than thirty Premier players from every corner of the county – warriors strutting their craft, staking their claim, and
dreaming of greater stages. Every clash, every catch, every strike of the ash will be more than just a score or a clearance; it will be a calling card.
And watching from the stands, one can’t help but wonder: whose brilliance might catch the eye of Liam Cahill when pre-season dawns later in the year? Will some young hurler rise from the autumn shadows, demanding to be noticed, demanding to be tested in the blue and gold? Perhaps it will be a fearless forward with a glint in his eye, or a half-back whose thunderous challenges echo long after the sliotar has cleared the sky. That’s the joy of these championship weekends – the theatre of possibility.
The talk is as lively as the action: who should get a shot at the Premier set-up? Who has the fire and the flair to make the leap? Share your thoughts with the lads in front of you, the voices behind, the neighbour at your elbow. It is in those debates, those spirited exchanges, that the games come alive beyond the white lines. The more we engage, the richer the spectacle becomes – a communion of passion, opinion, and hope.
More from The VIEW in next week’s Tipp Echo. Don’t miss it!
By JOHN O’SHEA
sions during the opening fifteen
minutes, but Sean Treacy’s began to exert pressure on the home side during the second quarter, with Timmy Costello getting the all-important goal on 26 minutes as the hit 1-4 to 0-0 over the last ten minutes before the break. They led 1-10 to 0-5 at the interval, with Wallace hitting all ten points.
After the restart, Galtee picked it up and hit 1-3 inside the opening 12 minutes to come within four points of their opponents, the goal coming from Liam Kavanagh from a free after thirty nine minutes. Sean Treacys played
their best hurling during the final quarter and hit six points without reply, before Liam Kavanagh hit two late points, one from a side line cut from the road side.
Two minutes into added time Callum Wallace blasted a 20 metre free all the way to the net as the ran out easy winners in the end. They now meet Golden Kilfeacle in the final.
SCORERS AND TEAMS
Sean Treacys; Callum Wallace (1-14, 10f, 1x65), Timmy Costello (1-1), Donnacha O’Brien (0-2), Seán Malone (0-1) Galtee Rovers: Liam Kavanagh
(1-8, 1-3f, 1x65, 1 sl), Evan Kennedy (0-1), Jack Magner (0-1).
Sean Treacy’s: Paudie Carey, Conor Nolan, Philip Treacy, Brian Nolan, Patrick Kennedy, Max Carroll, Ronan Carr, Donnacha O’Brien, Stephen Rochford, Seamus Carey, Mattie Feehan (Captain), Callum Wallace, James Deegan, Timmy Costello, Jayden
Healy
Subs used: Shane Fahy for Jayden Healy (41), John Berkery for James Deegan (45), Willie Egan for Stephen Rochford (58), William Hourigan for Seamus Carey (59), Cian Whyte for Mattie
Feehan (60).
Galtee Rovers: Darragh Kennedy, Ger Quinn, Davy Byron (Captain), Tadhg Gubbins, Ciaran McCarthy, Kieran Maurane, Danny Ryan, Joe O’Callaghan, Liam Finnane, Eoin Brennan, Rob Maloney, Jack Magner, Liam Kavanagh, Evan Kennedy, Andrew Morrissey
Subs used: Aidan Moloney for Rob Moloney (35), Emmet Ryan for Eoin Brennan (43), Josh O’Dwyer for Liam Finnane (inj. 51), John Peters for Jack Magner (55) Referee; Paddy Russell (Emly).
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Probably all the ladies from Clonmel Commercials
Gaelic Football Club, young and not-exactly-young attended Clonmel Greyhound Track for their benefit night on Friday night last. It is great to see local clubs come and take advantage of somewhere where they can enjoy a great night out and also add to their club coffers in doing so. This ladies football club with players such as county star Ava Fennessy in attendance, help other young girls participate in sport and to reach their full potential, on and off the field of play.
The healthy attendance shown on their “night at the dogs” indicates the huge interest in ladies football in Clonmel.
Paraic Campion from The Commons, Ballingarry, sent out Boozed Burgess who is owned by Osmond Bennett to produce a cracking 28.34 run on the night. This is Boozed’s third consecutive success and indeed is a winner over various distances at different tracks. No doubt about it, he is a real gem for connections.
In a line up that had Ascot Logan a winner of 27 races and Foxrock Shazzers a 28.46 winner at Clonmel this was a very intense race. Totally dominating from traps, Boozed Burgess held all the aces clocking a 15.94 sectional and finishing with a flurry.
Another eye-catching performance came from a youngster on just his second start. Patrick Sinnott’s Blackstone Opera, a May24 daughter of Dromana Bucks and Blackstone Lacey, showed very quick feet from traps railing well and dominating to win in 28.63. This is a really serious lady with a very bright future in prospect.
Ballingarry’s Emer Dunne, who has been enjoying a fair bit of success recently, was on the winner’s podium yet again on Friday night. Emers Winston a winner last week was left in traps and lay in fifth as they passed the sprint traps but with a very positive finishing run laned his fourth career win and his third on the trot in 29.46.
Richie Brannigan who trains his dogs with Paddy Brady and with his dad Frankie Brannigan, celebrated his 40th birthday, or so he says, at Clonmel on Friday night. Candles aplenty and with full family by his side his night was completed not just winning a raffle prize in the Clonmel Commercial Ladies Football draw but with Marlfield Levi winning comfortably in 29.20.
Barry O’Connor’s Astons Mike made all the running in the ninth race of the night winning with ease in 29.37.
Another Clonmel owner Pat Morrissey saw his Maurice Organ trained Petshop Farewell give a career best run to win in 28.54. Despite the trainer absent due to illness everything was in place for this perfect run from the dog which was his 16th career victory.
Aaron O’Hanlon, who trains in Golden, had Redzer Rua back to winning ways for owner Pat Reddan from Killaloe after a strong run from halfway to win in 29.00.
Rounding off a very enjoyable night patrons were on their toes for the last race when David O’Neill and Kathleen Keys landed a winner with a driving finish from Lady Lough.
Next Friday will see the Knockgraffon Coursing Club hold their benefit night and will have a special visitor. Tipperary manager will escort “Liam” to the track which will be well supported and is expected to be a great night once again.
Prizes on the night for the raffle are generous and with Jimmy O’Donnell expected to throw out a few tunes a great evening of entertainment is expected.
Both semi-finals of The Join The Time Club Stake were down for decision on Sunday night’s card at Clonmel and after his impressive run last week for Canice Hyland Foxrock Baltic continued his good form when making it back-to-back wins in the opening semi-final in 28.95, the fastest of the two semis.
Also qualifying for next week’s final were Jimmys Swift and Dellser Davy.
The second semi-final was won by Clonmel trainer Kevin McLean with Kerryroad Jessie owned by The Rare-Auld-Stuff Syndicate after she came with a late flurry to deny Foxrock Alfie in 29.62. Great Claire and Brandon Bluehill also went through to the final.
Rounding off a great weekend for the Brady-Brannigan bunch, with Richie in full party mood, Paddy Brady’s Marlfield Judy showed a strong turn of pace down the far side to win the fourth race in 29.16.
Chamberlain Bill had David O’Neill and Kathleen Keys smiling as he held a strong line repelling all late challenges to win the fifth race in 29.24.
The eighth race was an extremely tight affair from start to finish with four dogs driving for the line in the finish., The judge
and photo finish called into action Crickleowl Jossie owned by Tony Mackey and Chaotic Alydar owned by Peter Hattemore dividing the spoils in a dead heat. Just losing out by a short head Mary O’Connor’s Minor Magical after a blistering finish had to settle for third in 29.32.
Rounding off a good night’s racing David Hickey trained Lollys Lady to win the penultimate race giving owner Jamie Gillespie plenty to smile about as she powered up the home straight to score in 29.51.
KNOCKGRAFFON CC BENEFIT NIGHT ON FRIDAY
What is expected to be a great night next Friday night with Knockgraffon Coursing Club holding their benefit night it’s all go once again for the staff of the restaurant.
The added attraction of having Tipperary manager Liam Cahill present with some of the players and of course the Liam MAcCarthy Cup it promises to be a great night all-round.
