Tipp Echo June 25 2025

Connolly Man Celebrates 40 Remarkable Years in Clonmel

Connolly Man, the iconic menswear store nestled in the heart of Clonmel, is proudly celebrating 40 years in business this month — a milestone that marks not just the longevity of a retail institution, but also a celebration of community, commitment, and continuity.

The story of Connolly Man’s arrival in Clonmel is one of timing, vision, and a bit of local luck.

When Woolworths closed its doors in the town in 1985, it created a prime opening for a new venture. Tony Connolly, already successful in Limerick, saw an opportunity. With his colleague and friend Paul Ryan — a native of Tipperary with a deep understanding of the local scene — the pair decided Clonmel would be the ideal spot for expansion.

They approached the owner of the building, Mr. Tracey, and soon purchased the premises, which was situated beside what would later become a shopping mall — long since gone now, but at the time a symbol of changing commercial tides. The timing couldn’t have been better. Another well-known local menswear shop, Paddy Lambe’s, had recently closed, creating a gap in the market. Clonmel, then a thriving industrial town, had the customer base and local spirit the duo needed to succeed.

In a moment of beautiful coincidence, John Ryan — now manager of Connolly Man — had just finished his last Leaving Cert exam

when he first stepped into the shop to help prepare for its grand opening. That was 40 years ago. Today, he leads a dedicated team that includes Pat, Ger, Cormac, and Bill — all of whom are known not just for their professionalism, but for their deep ties to the community and to the store’s legacy.

Reflecting on the journey, John said, “The 40 years have absolutely flown by. I still remember the opening day and all the hype and excitement in the air. We thought we were fully ready and then realised — to our horror — that we hadn’t organised a counter for the cash register! We managed, somehow, and the rest is history.”

What keeps him going? “I genuinely love seeing a customer leave the store happy. That’s what it’s all about. I’ve met so many wonderful people over the years, had great chats, and made lifelong friends. It’s more than a job — it’s a privilege.”

Speaking about the anniversary, founder Tony Connolly said the success of Connolly Man in Clonmel has always been rooted in people — both the staff and the loyal customers.

“I’m so proud of what we’ve built here in Clonmel over the past 40 years,” he said. “It wouldn’t have been possible without our incredible team — past and present. John, Pat, Ger, Cormac, Bill — they’ve all made such a massive contribution. I also want to thank every

single person who worked in the store over the years. Their energy and commitment helped build the reputation we have today.”

Customer loyalty has been a defining feature of Connolly Man’s presence in Clonmel. Generations of local families have shopped there — some returning again and again for key life events. As Tony recalls, “There are people who were dressed here for their First Holy Communion and are still coming in today for suits or casual wear. That’s something very special.”

Co-founder Paul Ryan’s local knowledge was vital in those early days — from understanding shopping habits to navigating the unique spirit of Clonmel. Together with Tony’s retail acumen, the store found its footing quickly and became a staple of the town’s retail scene. Looking back on four decades, the team at Connolly Man reflect not just on business success but on memories — from the buzz of Christmas shopping seasons to helping generations of young men get suited up for weddings, interviews, and graduations. While much has changed in retail over the years, the commitment to quality, service, and community at Connolly Man remains the same. As they celebrate this 40-year milestone, one thing is clear: this isn’t just a store — it’s a part of Clonmel’s story. And that story, it seems, is far from over.

Store manager John Ryan pictured with owner Tony Connolly

The late Paul Ryan.

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Tipp Peace Convention welcome release of Belarusian politician

Statement by the Hon. Secretary of the Tipperary International Peace Convention on the Release of Siarhei Tsikhanouski

The Tipperary International Peace Convention warmly welcomes the news of the release of Siarhei Tsikhanouski, the husband of Belarusian opposition leader and democracy campaigner, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya.

Siarhei’s release from prison after enduring years of harsh imprisonment is both deeply moving and profoundly significant. It is a moment of immense personal relief for his family and supporters, and a powerful reminder of the courage and sacrifice shown by so many who stand against authoritarianism in Belarus and beyond.

Siarhei was detained in 2020 after announcing his intention to run for the presidency of Belarus. When he was barred from standing and later arrested, his wife Sviatlana stepped forward in his place, launching a peaceful campaign that would galvanise an entire nation. Her extraordinary bravery and leadership in the face of repression and exile captured the world’s attention and admiration.

In recognition of her commitment to non-violence, democratic principles, and the rights of her fellow citizens, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya was honoured with

On Friday, 30th May, the Guiry family gathered at Peppardstown House, Fethard, with members of the Ballyluskey White Heather Harriers to officially present two new defibrillators and 20 medical kits to representatives of the Fethard Community First Responders.

The purchase of this vital life-saving equipment was made possible by the generous donations of many people at the charity lawn meet of the White Heathers held at Peppardstown on 26th January this year. The lawn meet at Peppardstown is an annual Christmas tradition started by David Guiry’s late father, Bobby, and was always a much-anticipated event for friends and neighbours to get together and catch up over the festive period.

In 2022 it was first decided to make this a charity lawn meet in memory of Bobby who passed away in November.

Each year a deserving local cause is chosen and this year it was agreed the proceeds would go

the 2022 Tipperary International Peace Award, and was presented with the Award in Tipperary in May 2023. In her acceptance, she reminded us all that peace is not merely the absence of war, but the presence of freedom, justice, and truth.

The release of Siarhei Tsikhanouski is a step forward, but it also reminds us of the many political prisoners who remain behind bars in Belarus; journalists, human rights defenders, opposition voices, and ordinary citizens, whose only crime was to dream of a freer, fairer future. We renew our call for their immediate and unconditional release.

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towards the purchase of a new defibrillator for the recently formed Fethard Community First Responders.

Due to the overwhelming generosity of everyone who supported on the day of the meet and since, we were able to acquire two defibrillators complete with heated cabinets and also 20 medical kits for the team of local First Responders. These new defibrillators are due to be installed at Meagher’s Daybreak in Fethard and Noonan’s Grocery shop in Cloneen.

Huge thanks to everyone who donated so generously towards this undoubtedly worthwhile local cause. Also a special word of thanks to Vinny Glennon of Critical Healthcare for his help in the supply of the 20 medical kits and we wish to sincerely thank Joe Kenny for giving his time to photograph the recent presentation event.

We look forward to another successful renewal of this now annual event later in the year.

Peace Convention stands firmly with the people of Belarus in their peaceful struggle for democratic change. We salute the resilience of families like the Tsikhanouskayas’, whose personal sacrifice has become a symbol of hope for so many. We believe that peace is achieved not through silence or submission, but through the steadfast pursuit of justice, human dignity, and the protection of fundamental rights.

Martin Quinn Hon. Secretary Tipperary International Peace Convention 087-6101628

Tipperary house prices up 4.2pc in three months

The price of the average second-hand three-bed semi in County Tipperary has increased to €277,500, up 4.2pc from €266,250 in three months, according to a national survey by Real Estate Alliance.

Across the county, the average time taken to sell has fallen by one week to a total of three, the Q2 REA Average House Price Index shows.

Average prices in Newport rose 5.3pc this quarter to an average of €300,000, with time on the market currently a fortnight.

“Supply continues to drive prices with houses selling quickly for above asking price in most instances,” said James Lee of REA John Lee, Newport.

Clonmel average prices rose 1.9pc to €270,000, with time to sell at three weeks in the area.

SEVERE SHORTAGE OF SUPPLY

“Severe shortage of supply of houses both for rent and sale is driving second-hand prices upwards,” said John Stokes, REA Stokes & Quirke Clonmel.

“There are a few new developments in the pipeline, which will hopefully help with the current supply challenges.”

Nenagh prices rose 6.8pc to €315,000, with time to sell this

quarter at three weeks.

“There remains a severe shortage of supply in the county, with very few properties coming on the market for sale,” said Eoin Dillon of REA Eoin Dillon Nenagh.

“Practically all of the semi-detached housing that we have sold this quarter were landlords exiting the market and all bought by first-time buyers, who intend to occupy the houses.

“The number of landlords exiting the market has decreased, but they still account for nearly all

sales of this housing.

“We are expecting a further surge in landlords exiting the market, as the recently announced and poorly planned Rent Pressure Zones (RPZ) drive even more landlords out of the market.”

Average prices in Roscrea this quarter rose 2.3pc to an average of €225,000, with time to sell currently five weeks.

“We are seeing that demand continues to meet supply in the local area,” said Seamus Browne of REA Seamus Browne, Roscrea.

Defibrillators and medical kits presented to Fethard Community First Responders

Siarhei Tsikhanouski and his wife Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya speak to the media after he was recently released from jail.

Corpus Christi procession returns to Clonmel after 35-year gap

BY CLONMEL STORIES

After a 35-year pause, the streets of Clonmel once again echoed with hymns, prayers, and the sound of faith in motion as the once traditional Corpus Christi Procession returned on Thursday last, which was a beautiful sunny evening. Organised by the united efforts of St Mary’s, Ss Peter and Paul’s, and St Oliver’s parishes, the event marked a deeply moving and joyful restoration of a cherished local tradition.

Corpus Christi, formally known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, is a feast that celebrates the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. While closely associated with the Last Supper, its central focus is not Christ’s Passion or death, but His enduring presence among us through the Blessed Sacrament. The Eucharist, the “source and summit” of Christian life, is at the heart of Catholic worship and Corpus Christi is the public celebration of that mystery.

The celebration began with Mass at St Mary’s Church in Irishtown, followed by a solemn procession through the town, culminating at Ss Peter and Paul’s Church. Leading the procession was Banna Chluain Meala, setting a reverent and celebratory tone as the Blessed Sacrament started to make its way through the streets lined with onlookers and participants.

It was a sight many had not witnessed in decades and for some, never before in their lifetime. Hundreds of people, young and old, gathered to be public witnesses of their Christian faith. Children who recently made their First Holy Communion and Confirmation proudly walked in their ceremonial attire, accompanied by locals and members of various organisations and lots of different nationalities including members from Eastern Europe, India and

members of the Filipino community to mention we also had the Legion of Mary, ONE, and representatives from Clonmel Borough District and Tipperary County Council. Local TDs and dignitaries also attended in support.

One particularly touching tradition revived was the scattering of flower petals by children ahead of the Blessed Sacrament, an act remembered fondly by many attendees from their own childhoods. One local remarked, “Seeing those rose petals strewn across the streets was a real cultural touchpoint this evening.”

The hymns sung during the procession brought back many memories of the Catholic faith and evoked deep nostalgia.

“We used to love this day because we got to wear our Communion dresses again,” said one mother, holding her daughter’s hand as they walked side by side.

Another participant shared, “I was just talking with my mother a few weeks ago about how long it had been since the last one. To see it come back in such a beautiful way means a lot to the town.”

The spiritual significance of Corpus Christi was not lost in the celebration. As one attendee insightfully put it, “Faith isn’t just religion; it’s the substance of something hoped for from Almighty God. It’s a relationship between you and your God, if you have one.” This sentiment captured the depth of reflection the procession invited.

Fr Nicholas Grace, along with clergy and volunteers from all three parishes, was widely praised for the organisation and spiritual leadership that made the evening possible. Local residents and visitors of many nationalities expressed admiration and gratitude for the event. “Beautiful and brilliant,” summed up one voice among many.

The call was unanimous bring it back every year. The event re-

Annual Mass at St Patrick’s Well, Clonmel

Mass will be celebrated at St Patrick’s Well, Marlfield, on Thursday evening, 26th June at 8pm.

Those attending are reminded that the only access to the Well is by the steps, all 63 of them.

There is only the built seats also so if anyone requires a seat please bring a camping stool and come in plenty of time to avail of the limited seating capacity.

minded the community not only of a treasured tradition but also of the unifying power of shared faith. “This was once a definite date in the diary,” said one elder parishioner. “It brought back many memories.”

As the sun set on Clonmel that Thursday evening, the golden monstrance, symbol of Christ’s abiding presence shone with renewed relevance, carried reverently through a town that welcomed its return. The Corpus Christi Procession is more than ceremony, it is a living testimony of faith, history, and hope.

Let us hope that this beautiful tradition, rekindled after so long, will now once again become an annual celebration, a fixture in the spiritual and cultural calendar of Clonmel. Report by Clonmel Stories.

Bowling

the bullet, and a

barbecue

Rosegreen should be great fun on Saturday evening

A great evening of fun and competition has been planned for Rosegreen this weekend, when the local Tidy Villages group will host a road bowling event in the village.

Ireland has many unusual sporting traditions, and one of these is the sport of road bowling. Road bowling is a traditional rural Irish sport. It involves throwing a metal ball (also known as a ‘bullet’) along a country road, aiming to cover a set distance in the fewest throws. It combines strength and strategy, as players must navigate curves, hills, and obstacles along the road.

Bowling is a community event, drawing spectators who walk along the course, adding to the camaraderie and atmosphere. It has been held in Rosegreen on a number of occasions in the past and each time there was great sport involved. Although for the majority of the spectators it’s seen as a fun event, of course the competitive streak does come out, and no doubt this will be the same at the weekend when the arms are warmed up.

Of course the fun won’t finish when the bowling does, and there is a barbecue organised following the bowling that will take place in Dansie’s Bar, with music and craic expected to go on long into the night. All the local group is hoping for is some more of the recent good weather, and a good crowd.

The event will kick off at 6.30 on Saturday evening (28th June), so get out early and get your place.

Library to host coding workshops for children

With a greater emphasis presently on STEM subjects for schoolchildren, Cashel Library will host two upcoming computer coding workshops for children to help impress upon them the opportunity for learning computer skills at a young age. These family workshops are taking place in Cashel library on Saturday, 19th July and Saturday, 16th August. OurKidsCode is a family coding workshop for children ages 7-12 years and it is from 11am-1pm both days. Beginners are welcome, but booking is essential on 062-63825 due to the limited spaces. Parents must stay with the children for the duration. There is no charge for this workshop.

OTHER UPCOMING LIBRARY EVENTS:

Tuesday, 1st July – LEGO Free Play in Cashel library this workshop is for children 7+ and takes place at 3pm book on 06263825

Friday, 4th July – Ready2Play Music and Movement for children 0-4 years at 11am booking essential on 062-63825

Monday, 7th July – Comhrá sa Leabharlann at 11am conversational Irish group. Want to improve your Irish then pop in and get back the cúpla focal no booking necessary

Tuesday, 8th July – Twin Heart Guided Meditation with Joan Lambe at 6.45pm-7.45pm this is a free event and booking can be made through the library on 062-63825.

Cashel Town in talk of the

By Liam Browne

Halla na Féile, Cashel, set to host Tipperary County Council AGM on Friday

All political eyes in Tipperary will be on Cashel this week, as Halla na Féile gears up to host the Annual General Meeting of Tipperary County Council. The occasion has been set for the Cashel venue as a swansong to outgoing Chairperson Cllr Declan Burgess, who will finish his term in the chair this week.

The 40 councillors and a coterie of council staff will meet on Friday, to elect the next chairperson of the council.

Cllr Burgess will also have some more work to complete in Cashel this week, as he will also be present at the official “turning of the sod” at the newly planned Cashel Town Park, that will be developed adjacent to the Rock of Cashel, linking the historic monument and the town centre

Cllr Burgess has had a busy year, after being elected for a second time at last June’s local elections. There was some element of surprise when the young councillor was chosen to chair the County Council at its first post election

meeting, when he became the youngest Council chairperson across the 31 local authorities nationwide. But he took on the reins and has universally been seen as a good chairperson by the other 39 Council members.

Cllr Burgess took on extra work in the wake of last November’s General Election, when he decided to run for the Seanad subsequently, and was hugely disappointed to be eliminated from that count on a countback after putting in a fantastic performance for a first-time candidate. There is no doubt that he will likely look towards that avenue to national politics again in the future.

But it is local politics that will keep his attention for at least another week, being very involved in bringing the Council AGM to his hometown. The councillors will elect the new chair and then have a celebratory lunch, before deciding on the schedule of works for next year.

As always, they will be kept very busy rep-

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resenting both town and rural areas across the Premier

Road bowling is a traditional rural Irish sport and if you’ve never experienced it live, then Rosegreen is the place to be on Saturday next.

Outgoing chairperson of Tipperary County Council, Cashel’s Cllr Declan Burgess

Palestinian hurlers from Ramallah

GAA to visit Cashel on trip to Ireland

Unfortunately, so much of the news generated out of Palestine in recent times has been that of sadness and loss, but in mid-July a small sliver of hope and humanity to will take place in Tipperary, when the county hosts a group of boys from Palestine on an upcoming trip to Ireland, with the backing of the GAA. The thirty-three hurlers and their mentors will escape for a short while from the madness of war, and perpetual fear they are subject to every day of their lives on the West Bank, to visit Semple Stadium and play hurling in Tipperary.

The young players are members of the Moataz Sarsour GAA, which was originally named the Ramallah GAA club, but changed its name in honour of a young Palestinian man who was killed by the IDF. The club was formed back in 2024, and the visitors have been preparing for the trip since April this year.

As part of a trip that will take them all across the country, they will of course visit the home

of hurling in Thurles. They are scheduled then to play a blitz against teams in Semple Stadium or in Dr Morris Park, before heading to Hayes Hotel to see where it all began in 1884.

The group will then visit Lár na Páirce, before coming to Cashel to take a tour of the Rock of Cashel.

And of course, there was a Tipperary link with the newly formed club right from the beginning.

One of those who founded Ramallah GAA is Tipperary man Denis Grace who says that “They are all so excited about the trip, it will be an incredible experience for them all”.

The tour will arrive in Ireland on 18th July and they will stay until 1st August. While in the Premier County, they will line out against seven Tipperary clubs and one club from Waterford, and it’s expected that this blitz will be one of the highlights of their trip, which will also see them visit Cork, Clare, Galway, Derry, Belfast and Dublin. They will be accompanied by 14 adult members

of Palestine GAA, including their own hurley maker. The boys will wear official GAA kits that were approved by Croke

Cashel’s first female fire fighter leaves the service to take up new role

Back in 2001, Anthea Browne created a little bit of history when she became the first female firefighter to join the Cashel and second in the Tipperary fire service. Over the next 18 years, she was the only female fire fighter in the service, blazing a trail for others to come after her. Always ready to get stuck into the incredible work that our fire service personnel do, Anthea made a name for herself as being a brave, dedicated and loyal team member, who seemed to have been born to do what she was doing.

That was what made it so hard for her when she left Cashel in 2019 to take up a position as Assistant Chief Fire officer in Cork City and subsequently moving to Dublin as Executive Fire Prevention officer, before taking up a similar role in Kildare. All the while she also resumed her studies in 2009, gaining a Masters Degree in Emergency Management, which lead her to taking on roles nationally and internationally, overseeing emergency responses to natural disasters right across Europe. But, this weekend, Anthea announced that she was finally calling time on nearly a quarter of century in the fire services on the ground. But that doesn’t mean the vast bank of knowledge she’s built up is going to be lost.

Instead, she shared that she will now be taking up the role of Assistant Fire Adviser with the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management (NDFEM), a part of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. This new role will see her working with an amazing team at national level, advising on fire service policy and supporting emergency management preparedness and response across local, regional, and national levels. She will carry everything she’s learned over the past two decades into this next chapter, and said she

was “incredibly grateful for the support, friendship, and inspiration I’ve found along the way. It’s hard to sum up just how much this career has meant to me — it’s been filled with incredible people, unforgettable experiences, and opportunities I never could have imagined when I first started out. I’ve been proud every single day to wear the uniform and to work alongside some of the most dedicated professionals in public service. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the journey so far. Here’s to the next adventure” We wish Anthea all the best.

Park with O’Neills manufacturing official Moataz Sarsour GAA Club kits for the visit. In the blitz, the Palestine hurlers will play

Cashel King Cormacs, DromInch, Nenagh, Rockwell Rovers, Borris-Ileigh and Burgess as well as Roanmore from Waterford city.

The great hope is that they will also get to see the Liam McCarthy Cup up close, right here at home when they get here.

Meditation on Twin Hearts

Twin Hearts Meditation is a 20-minute guided meditation technique developed by Master Choa Kok Sui, the founder of Pranic Healing. This meditation practice is designed to enhance one's spiritual connection and personal well-being while promoting healing and compassion towards others.

Regular practice of this meditation has been scientifically proven to.

 Reduce Stress and anxiety.

 Achieve inner peace and calmness.

 Improve memory and concentration.

 Improve self-confidence.

In summary, Twin Heart Meditation is a holistic practice that fosters personal healing, emotional well-being, and positive energy flow, benefiting both the individual and the community at large

Our Twin Hearts Meditations are free to all, donations are welcome which are given to local charities under MCKS Charity Ireland. h t t p s : / / m c k s c h a r i

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We offer meditation sessions throughout the County each month, which are open to the public at no cost. No prior booking is necessary simply join us at the scheduled time.

 The Meditation on Twin Hearts is now held twice a month in Cashel:

4th Thursday of every month at 7:00 PM in Halla Na Feile. Next Session Thursday 26th June

2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:45 PM in Cashel Library Next Session Tuesday 8th July

Anthea Browne.

Davins stalwart, TOM RYAN celebrates

Big 80 birthday

All at Carrick Davins were delighted to see club stalwart and selfless volunteer Tom Ryan celebrate his 80th birthday with his family and many, many friends in The Carraig Hotel at the weekend.

Tom is a very special club man who has given countless hours of time, effort and support to the club for too many years to recall. He has not just assisted in every aspect of building the club up to the healthy position it finds itself in today, but is a shining example to the younger generations coming up behind him of just what can be achieved for the club you love if you put your mind to it.

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Young Carrick athletes shine in track & field

The U9-U13 track and field championships took place recently in the R.S.C. Waterford. The young athletes from Carrick were entered into a wide range of events including the 600m, 500m, various sprints and long jump. The club was delighted with all the participants and the effort that they put in over the two-day meet, and a special mention must go to Lauren Peters, John Walsh, Orlaith Frisby, Lilymai Barden and Frankie Dalton who all picked up medals at the event.

The U14-U19 track and field competitions were held last weekend in Cork. Again, the club came away with a host of medals.

Laura Dowley threw a massive personal best of 23.50 metres to pick up bronze in the under 14 javelin and not content with that made the final eight in the under 14 shot put.

The multi-talented Sarah Bartley also achieved a personal best in the under 16 triple jump with an unbelievable 11.03 metre jump. A feat which would have gained a championship record were it not for a barely exceeded wind speed on the day.

Sarah then went and broke her personal best again in the under 16 long jump to finish with a silver with 4.82 metres and having won her heat in the 100 metres she also competed in the 100 metres final.

Both girls qualified for the All-Ireland track and field championships which will take place between June 28th/29th and July 5th in Tullamore.

No doubt they, along with all our other local athletic stars will do the town and our community proud.

JUNIOR HURLING

Our Junior A Hurlers play Clonmel Óg on Sunday, June 29th, at 1pm. JUVENILE HURLING

U15A hurlers were due to start their championship this Thursday away to Fethard, but that game is now rearranged for July 18th.

U13B hurlers play Fr. Sheehy’s on Tuesday 24th at 6.45pm on the green.

U13D hurlers played two games last week, losing to Ballybacon Grange and then beating Clonmel Og. They play Killenaule next on Monday 23rd at 6.45pm in Killenaule.

CAMOGIE

Our u8 camogie team travelled to Ballybacon/Grange for a blitz on Friday last. The girls played brilliantly in all their games. Thanks to Ballybacon/Grange for inviting us.

CUL CAMPS

Registration for Cúl Camps is now open. It takes place from the 14th - 18th July in Pairc na nEalaí. Link can be found on our Facebook page to register.

CONDOLENCES

All at Carrick Swan Club would like to pass on our condolences to the Power family of St John’s Terrace on the passing of Edmond.

CARRICK SWAN Panduit Carrick Wheelers welcome champions

Round three of the South Eastern league took place in Carroll’s Cross on Wednesday night last. There were two very special guests in attendance. World and Paralympic champions Katie George Dunlevy and Linda Kelly were presented with special gifts from Niamh O’Loughlin and Orla Mulhearne on behalf of the club.

Katie is a real source of inspiration for many sports stars given her story of triumph over adversity. Registered blind at 11 years of age, she took up athletics, rowing and swimming before eventually finding her niche on two wheels in 2011.

Since then, she has a string of national and international awards to her name including a total of 8 medals (4 golds and 4 silvers) from the last three paralympic games. Linda Kelly rides on both the road and track as a women’s tandem pilot.

On the road, Kelly won double gold at the 2023 UCI World Championships alongside Katie-George Dunlevy as well as overall victory in the UCI Para-cycling World Cup. In 2022, Kelly also won bronze at the UCI World Championships as pilot to Josephine Healion. Paris was her first Paralympic Games.

All smiles from these Carrick ladies who completed the Viking Marathon on Sunday last in Waterford city.

Mick Hayden Memorial Darts Tournament hit the bullseye with generous community spirit

From early Saturday morning last the crowds began to gather in The Jockey Bar at the end of Kickham Street. Dart players from all over the south east were vying to be crowned this year’s winners with all monies raised on the day going towards the Sandra Collins Fund.

As the day wore on the competition was whittled down to two pairs of players, with Logan O’Sullivan and Aidan Delaney facing off against Ray Dunne and Evan Power, the first named duo coming out on top after a great couple of sets of darts.

who donated so generously from Clonmel Darts.

Barbara O’Connor was absolutely delighted with the day and how the event ran with a total of €1,300 raised for its very worthy cause. She thanked local man Jimmy “Archie” Morrissey who ran the day-long event with such professionalism and Tony Power

651 newborn baby grants have been paid in County Tipperary

Almost 20,000 newborn baby grants have been since it was introduced by Fine Gael in the last Budget, said a Fine Gael TD

Deputy Michael Murphy said figures showing the payment of the grant in respect of 19,750 babies nationwide demonstrates Fine Gael’s’ commitment to helping young families at an important and precious time in their lives.

The newborn baby grant of €280 was announced as part of Budget 2025 and is paid to families of babies born or adopted after 1st December 2024 in addition to their regular first month’s Child Benefit payment of €140.

Deputy Murphy said: “The Newborn Baby Grant was introduced in last year’s Budget to help families with the costs of a new arrival.

“The grant demonstrates Fine Gael’s continued commitment to putting money back in peoples’ pockets’ and ensuring that all children have positive experiences and get off to a great start in life.

“I am particularly pleased to see that the grant has been paid in respect of 651 babies in Tipperary.

“Looking after a new baby is a busy, costly and stressful time for families. The good news is the newborn baby grant is paid auto-

matically with your child benefit payment, there is no additional application for the grant. Therefore, parents of newborns do not need to do anything extra to receive the grant.

“This grant has been introduced to support young families but we need to do more. I want to see key commitments in the Programme for Government such as the introduction of Pay Related Parents Benefit progressed so that we can provide further support to young families,” Deputy Murphy said.

It is estimated that in 2025, the grant will be paid in respect of some 54,000 children, at a cost of approximately €15 million.

Philip Butler was singled out for special mention as the person who walked the length and breadth of the town organising the event, as was Barbara’s close friend Ann Power who was responsible for a mountain of sandwiches that were available all day.

Annmarie Keyes was flat out all-day selling tickets during the event and Bobby Fitzgerald generously paid for hot food to be delivered in the evening which went down a treat.

As always the hostess Margaret Croke went out of her was to ensure everybody had what they needed, but the last word of thanks from Barbara went to the lady herself, Sandra Collins, who spent the whole day at the tournament with her beloved family and enjoyed every minute of it.

Ran the Waterford Viking Half Marathon

athletes (left and right) who completed the Viking Marathon on Sunday last in Waterford city.

Scrap border tax on Irish hauliers

The removal of the Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) levy for vehicles crossing into the north would ease financial pressure for hauliers across Ireland, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Deputy Michael Murphy, Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Transport, said the HGV levy in the North is an unjust tax that undermines North-South cooperation. He said Sinn Féin must work to remove it.

“Every truck crossing the border from the south must pay up to £10 per day when they pass over the border. With the UK as one of our top export markets, this tax disproportionately affects businesses and hauliers operating on an all-island basis.

“Hauliers who are already paying road tax and insurance are faced with this unnecessary

barrier to economic integration. There’s also an added burden to hauliers where failure to pay the tax in advance can result in an on-the-spot fine of £300.

“This levy conflicts with the Irish Government’s huge investment in vital cross-border infrastructure, including €600m for the long-delayed A5 North-West Transport Corridor which will reduce travel time and increase connectivity and investment between Donegal, Tyrone and the rest of the island.

“This levy makes a mockery of cross-border trade and cooperation. At a time when the Irish Government is investing heavily in joint infrastructure through the Shared Ireland Fund that is benefitting communities and hauliers on both sides of the border, this levy

penalising cross-border trade is unacceptable. Sinn Féin needs to work to scrap this ridiculous tax immediately.

“Hauliers are the backbone of trade and need every support in a climate where US tariffs will challenge them even further. Sinn Féin must instigate the removal of the HGV levy. Can you imagine the outcry if the Irish Government was to impose such a levy on UK trucks travelling south?

“It’s time for Sinn Féin to come out of hiding and stand up for all-island trade of which hauliers are a driving force. If they are serious about unity and practical North-South alignment, scrapping the HGV levy must be an immediate priority,” concluded Deputy Michael Murphy.

Logan O’Sullivan and Aidan Delaney, winners in the Mick Hayden Memorial Darts Tournament held in the Jockey Bar, Kickham Street, Carrick-on-Suir on Saturday last. Proceeds from the day went towards the Sandra Collins Fund.

Ray Dunne and Evan Power, runners-up in the Mick Hayden Memorial Darts Tournament held in the Jockey Bar, Kickham Street, Carrick-on-Suir on Saturday last. Proceeds from the day went towards the Sandra Collins Fund.

Thumbs up for these Carrick-on-Suir

Deputy Michael Murphy.

Newly Baptised

Poppy-Marie Beresford, Gortaggart, Brittas Rd. Páidí Thomas Hennessy, Moyne Terrace, Mitchell St.

Recently Deceased

James (Jim) Symons, Mill Road, formerly Newcastle, England. Buiochas ó Ghaelscoil Bhríde

Rang 6, Gaelscoil Bhríde sincerely thank all those who so generously supported their cake sale in aid of Trócaire. They raised €5,000 for this great cause. Ní neart go cur le chéile! Ba mhian le Rang 6, Gaelscoil Bhríde buíochas ó chroí a ghabháil le gach duine a thacaigh lena ndíolachán cácaí ar son Trócaire le déanaí. Bhailíodar €5,000 ar son na cúise.

Thurles Cemetery Masses

Masses to pray for the deceased will be celebrated in the parish cemeteries over the following evenings.

Thursday June 26th, 7.00 p.m. – Killinan Cemetery. Friday June 27th, 7.00 p.m. – St Patrick’s Cemetery.

These celebrations represent an opportunity to pray for deceased family members and friends. May they rest in peace.

Please note if weather does not permit for outdoors: St. Patrick’s Cemetery Mass will take place in the Cathedral. Killinan Cemetery Mass will take place in Bóthar na Naomh Church.

Eye onThurles

By the Cathedral Townie

Matt Talbot relics visit Thurles

Cathedral this evening - Wednesday

The relics of Venerable Matt Talbot, the Order of the Knights of Colombanus are visiting Cathedrals and churches throughout the various dioceses of Ireland, bringing the relics for veneration. Widely respected and regarded as the patron of those suffering from all types of addictions and their families, the relics of Venerable Matt Talbot will be arriving at the Cathedral of the Assumption this evening, Wednesday, 25th June at 5 pm, with

Veneration continuing to 7 pm. Concluding with Mass at 7 pm. This year, 2025, is the Centenary Year of Venerable Matt Talbot’s death. The relics consist of a first-class relic, some of his chains and his Rosary beads. All are very welcome.

(Please note – Eucharistic Adoration will conclude at 4.45 pm –apologies for any inconvenience caused).

Korean delegation visit St Mary’s International Garden of Remembrance in Thurles

A special delegation from the Republic of Korea War Memorials honoured Thurles by visiting St. Mary’s International Garden of Remembrance last week.

The delegation was on a European tour, visiting Republic of Korea War Memorials as well as Heads of State and Government Ministers. They landed at Dublin Airport, where they were met by Counsellor Sung-Min Ko and Mr.

Christian Murphy. Their first priority was to travel to Thurles to pay their respects to the 110 Irish men who died in the Korean War (1950–1953).

The delegation was warmly welcomed by Mr. John Wort, Chairman and Founder of the Durlas Eile Memorial Committee, who introduced the President, Mr. Baek Seung Joo, and his delegation to invited guests and mem-

bers of the committee.

All 12 flags were flying on the day, with the Irish flag at halfmast. Mr. Guy Jones, Vice Chairman of our committee and President of the Irish Lebanese Culture Foundation, served as Master of Ceremonies. Mr. Jones introduced the first speaker, Mr. John Wort, who spoke about how the Republic of Korea Memorial came to be located at St. Mary’s.

He explained that it all began with a conversation in 2013 with the then-Ambassador to Ireland, Mr. Hae-yun Park. The Ambassador asked whether the Republic of Korea Government could erect a memorial to the 110 Irish who died in the Korean War. Mr. Wort replied that it would be an honour to have the memorial at St. Mary’s International Garden of Remembrance. Following four

FRONT, LEFT TO RIGHT: Canon Ian Coulter (Church of Ireland), Mr. Go Hanbin (Head of External Relations, K.W.O.), Ms. Lee Do Yoon (Liaison Officer and Interpreter, K.W.O.), Mr. Baek Seung Joo (President, Republic of Korea War Memorial Organization), Mr. John Wort (Chairman and Founder, Durlas Eile Eliogarty Memorial Committee), Mrs. Bridget Wort (Committee), Ms. Bríd Martly (Guest), Rev. Fr. James Purcell P.P., Mr. Guy Jones (Vice Chairman, Committee and President of the Irish Lebanese Culture Foundation), Dr. Michael Casey (Fellow of the Irish State).

BACK, LEFT TO RIGHT: Mr. Christian Murphy (Republic of Korea Embassy, Dublin), Councillor Sung-Min Ko (Deputy Head of Mission, Republic of Korea Embassy, Dublin), Ms. Kwan Young Ju (Protocol Officer/Curator, K.W.O.), Mr. Jean Jun Woo (Curator, K.W.O.), Mr. Joe Fanning (Committee), Inspector James White (An Garda Síochána), Mr. P.J. Ryan K.M. (Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem and Malta), Mr. S. O’Brien (Committee), Mr. William [surname not provided] (Secretary, Committee), Mr. Eugene Scally (Committee), Councillors Mr. Seán Ryan and Mr. Jim Ryan.

meetings and careful planning, the Republic of Korea Memorial was officially unveiled on the 25th of June, 2014. Since that day, the Republic of Korea Embassy and its Ambassadors have been like a second family to the committee, offering valued friendship and financial support.

Mr. Baek Seung Joo then delivered a heartfelt address to the Memorial Committee and the people of Ireland. He was followed by Canon Ian Coulter, who spoke about remembrance, peace, and reconciliation, and highlighted what St. Mary’s International Garden represents.

Rev. Fr. James Purcell offered prayers for all those who died in wars and for global peace, followed by blessings from both Canon Ian and Fr. James.

A wreath was laid at the Republic of Korea Memorial to honour the 110 Irish who died in the Korean War. This was carried out

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assisted by Chairman Mr. John Wort. A minute of silence was observed, followed by the playing of the Last Post and Reveille. Inspector James White of An Garda Síochána raised the Irish flag to full mast, after which the national anthems of the Republic of Korea and Ireland were played.

Mr. Baek Seung Joo presented Mr. John Wort with a cheque for €1,000 toward the upkeep of St. Mary’s International Garden of Remembrance, along with a very special medallion signed by the President in recognition of his work in the fields of peace, remembrance, and reconciliation. It was an emotional moment for the Korean delegation, especially during the playing of their national anthem. The ceremony—marked by the laying of the wreath, the national anthems, and the hospitality shown—was deeply moving.

Mr. Baek Seung Joo presenting Mr. John Wort with a cheque for €1,000 and the Republic of Korea War Medallion.

Photos Courtesy: Mr. Jim Troy (Committee)

President Mr. Baek Seung Joo,

Shane leads home the field in Dave Fogarty road race

Local man Shane Moloney of Thurles Crokes was the first home in the annual Dave Fogarty Memorial four mile road race in Thurles this week, when a strong field took to the course on a very balmy evening.

This annual event is one of the most eagerly anticipated road races on the circuit and this was reflected in the large attendance which took to the challenging course around the outskirts of Thurles town.

Shane Moloney, who has been running really well in recent times, was first home in a time of 22:26 and he was followed by former Crokes athlete Alex Crowley who is now running with Dublin City Harriers.

Crokes’ John Fitzgibbon was third home, while in the women’s race Dympna Ryan of Dundrum AC led the field followed by Sharon Kiely of Thurles Crokes and Eileen McCullagh of Moyne AC.

Zack Cully was the first junior boy home, while Ally Cummins was the first junior lady home.

The event proved to be another outstanding success and the pre-planning and work in advance of the event was very worthwhile with everything running smoothly and making for a memorable race.

Mary sank a hole in one Thurles Play in Pink Day

Huge congratulations to Mary Phelan, who had a hole-in-one on the 5th hole at Thurles Golf Club during the Play in Pink Day last week. Mary is pictured here with Captain Mairead Clohessy, both proudly representing the spirit of the day! Well done, Mary. The day was a great success with some great golf played and plenty of funds raised for charity.

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with Martin Quinn

Kay Hogan retires from Circle of Friends

‘Little acorns grow into big oak trees’

The Manager of Circle of Friends, Kay Hogan, was celebrated on her retirement from the Centre, at a function there on Friday, 20th June. There was a huge turnout of family and friends, along with members of the Board of Management, and staff, to thank Kay for her outstanding work and to wish her well into the future. Kay has a background in nursing and she brought that and so much more to the post at Circle of Friends. She will be a huge loss to the centre and whoever gets the post will have very big boots to fill, as evidenced by the many tributes paid to Kay on Friday.

Centre chairperson, Tommy O’Brien, was magnanimous in his praise for Kay.

“We are here this morning to celebrate your work here and the person that you are. As we grow here and continue to grow, we often look backwards, to two small rooms over the railway, where it all began. That was where we started growing and it has grown to be something big, and bound now to grow even more. Kay, you have had a huge part in the growth of this Centre. Your contribution has been absolutely phenomenal in so many ways, and just to say thank you so much for all you have done and taken it to this level. What does it take to do what Kay has done?

“We think of lots of words associated with Kay; kindness, caring, of course your medical ability, administration, your dedication to the Centre has just gone beyond anything we could ever have expected. You know from the feedback you are getting from everyone how much you are loved and appreciated here.

One final characteristic is how Kay has led by example, meeting people who have been affected by cancer, and you see Kay at her best when she is working in that sphere. Finally it is worth mentioning the great fun that Kay is, and that is very important when dealing with anyone affected by cancer”, concluded Tommy.

Amidst tears, Kay used the term of acorns growing into trees as the opening to her speech.

KAY’S LITTLE ACORNS GREW...

“Little acorns grow into big oak trees, and that always strikes me when I think of the Centre here. The idea came from Jennifer (Jones Hickey) to set up a support centre for people affected by cancer, after seeing a similar centre in Cork. To think of what has been achieved since starting at the Railway House with a couple of rooms, to a purpose built building that is serving a genuine purpose in the community. It is such a great achievement by yourself and your Dad and all who helped to get this off the ground.

“When I was thinking about leaving it struck me that this September will mark my 50th year working in the medical and care profession. I went to England 50 years ago to train as a student nurse. So to anyone that is here in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and upwards, make the most of every day as time is flying by and is gone before you know it.

“Circle of Friends is dear to my heart and there is an atmosphere here that is hard to describe. There was a great atmosphere in the Railway House and I was worried that it

wouldn’t transfer to this building but it did, and if anything the atmosphere is greater. The need for a cancer support centre has increased 100% in every part of the country. One thing that we could guarantee here was that the minute you came in the door, looking for advice, assistance or general information, we would mind you.

“The team that I worked with here were so extraordinary, and were great in their jobs. What I find very important is that the need for community interaction is of prime importance, and that is really displayed here. We have the most amazing therapists that are top of their class and they all help in the healing of people. When someone is diagnosed with cancer it is an earth shattering diagnosis, and we are in the privileged position here of being available to people to help them deal with the diagnosis when they are effectively ‘left in limbo’ after dealing with appointments and traveling for treatments etc. It is then that we step in and give them the support that they require. We value our contribution to be able to help them and to steer them in the right direction. I respect everyone here and I can see the endurance and compassion that people have for their co-workers and volunteers and for everyone that comes inside the door here and I bow my head to you all”, concluded Kay.

In conclusion I would like to join with the community in thanking and congratulating Kay on her years of service at the Centre, and to wish her the very best into the future.

The Circle of Friends Board of Management congratulate Kay Hogan (centre) on her retirement as Manager of the Centre.

A presentation to retiring Manager, Kay Hogan, at Circle of Friends, from Mary Moloney, CE Supervisor, Knockanrawley Resource Centre.

K - A presentation to retiring Manager, Kay Hogan, from Circle of Friends founder Jennifer Jones Hickey and Chair, Tommy O’Brien.

Fireworks from the cake for retiring Manager Kay Hogan, from her team at Circle of Friends.

Circle of Friends founder,Jennifer Jones Hickey, congratulates Kay Hogan on her retirement, with Carolyn Fanning (BOM).

The family of Kay Hogan (Daly), gathered at Circle of Friends to celebrate Kay’s retirement.

Ladies at Circle of Friends, enjoying the retirement party for Kay Hogan.

Ladies enjoying the Summer sunshine at Kay Hogan’s retirement party.

Former Councillor Michael Fitzgerald, along with friends were pictured at the retirement function for Kay Hogan, at Circle of Friends. ALL PHOTOS BY MARTIN QUINN

Some of those in attendance at the retirement party for Kay Hogan.

Rita O’Neill speaks on behalf of the volunteers at the retirement party for Kay Hogan.

Attending the retirement party for Kay Hogan, at Circle of Friends.

These two gentlemen were delighted to come along and show their appreciation at Kay’s retirement party.

Just some of those who attended the retirement party to show their great admiration and appreciation for Kay Hogan.

‘Bless the Glen and all who pass by’

The phrase “the great outdoors” was coined for places like the Glen of Aherlow in County Tipperary. Framed by rugged mountains and named after the River Aherlow, which weaves its way through the valley, the River Aherlow runs between the Galtee Mountains and the wooded ridge of Slievenamuck. The scenic glen is home to an array of outdoor activities including walking, cycling, horse riding and fishing. Historic landmarks and stunning viewpoints dot the landscape, while the lovely rural villages of Bansha and Galbally bookend the region.

Within the Glen the focal point is the Statue of Christ the King. Erected in 1950, Christ the King overlooks the valley at its most scenic viewpoint. Christ who has his hand raised in “blessing the Glen and all who pass by”, attracts thousands of visitors every year. The entrance to the Glen of Aherlow Nature Park is adjacent to Christ the King. The Nature

Park is a series of loop walking trails, suitable for families, with information panels on the flora and fauna of the area. There are picnic tables there, so this gives an opportunity to have a picnic and take a ramble in the natural woodland at your leisure.

I am a regular visitor to the Glen and last week I took myself down to the Glen of Aherlow Tourist Office to drop off some of my books ‘Tipperary Talks’. The

Office is preparing to stock some saleable items there, and they had started with some locally produced honey which was placed along with my books. They are hoping to have many other items available and anyone wishing to be included should contact the Office at 062-56331.

The Glen is just the most beautiful spot in the world and on a sunny day there is no other place I would rather be.

Know Your Rights on the European Health Insurance Card – Citizens Information are on hand to help!

It’s Holiday Time - how to access public healthcare in another EU/EEA state

Darren Ryan| Development Manager – Tipperary CIS, North Munster Citizens Information Service CLG, writes to inform the public...

The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) allows you to access public healthcare in another EU/EEA state for free or at a reduced rate. You can use it when you are travelling abroad or when you are staying temporarily in another EU State.

Essential points about the card

Each family member needs their own card.

It lasts for up to 4 years.

You will need to apply to renew your card, and you can renew online. When abroad, always carry your EHIC with you.

It will not cover you for healthcare outside of the EU, other than Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein (EEA) and Switzerland.

It does not cover private healthcare.

It used to be called the E111 form.

You can apply:

In person: at any local health office except, Dublin North West, Cork North and South Lee.

By post: at any local health office. Print out an application form and post it along with any documents required.

Online: Apply through the HSE website if you have a medical card or drug payment scheme card and you live in Ireland.

Can I get a European Health Insurance Card?

You can only apply for a European Health Insurance Card:

If you live in Ireland

If you live in another European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) member state, or Switzerland

If you live in Ireland but you are linked to another EU/EEA State’s Social Security System, contact the health authorities in that country for more information.

If you live in Northern Ireland but are employed in Ireland, you can get an Irish-issued EHIC.

Frontier workers (or cross-border workers) can get an Irish-issued EHIC because they make social security contributions in Ireland. They must return home at least once a week to qualify.

Student dependants of frontier workers can get an Irish-issued EHIC. They must be aged 18 to 23 years, studying in the EU/EEA or Switzerland and have a completed School or College Details form (pdf).

If you live in another EU/EEA member state or Switzerland

If you live in the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you are entitled to an Irish-issued EHIC if any of the following apply.

You receive a state pension from Ireland and have an Irish-issued E Form/S1 form (certificate of entitlement) registered in your country of residence.

You work for an Irish employer and are posted to work in another EU/ EEA country or Switzerland.

You are a frontier worker (cross-border worker) living in the EU/EEA and working in Ireland.

You are a family member of a posted worker of someone working in Ireland, and you are not covered in your own right by the EU/EEA country you live in.

If you are resident in another EU/EEA member state, you will need to complete a different application form online, by email or by post.

If you are not eligible for an Irish-issued EHIC, you should see if you are eligible for an EHIC in the country you are currently living in.

Where can I use it?

EU and Europe

You can use your European Health Insurance Card in any European Union or European Economic Area (EEA) country and in Switzerland. Currently, the EEA comprises of the 27 member states of the European Union together with Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein.

As Andorra and Monaco are not part of the EU or EEA, your EHIC is not accepted there. You should get private health insurance instead. Find out where you can use your EHIC and how to access healthcare abroad.

UK

If you are an Irish citizen, you have access to healthcare under the Common Travel Area while visiting the UK. However, other EU citizens should continue to use the EHIC, which is still accepted in the UK.

Outside the EU

If you are travelling outside the EU/EEA, you should get private health insurance instead.

What does it cover?

You will not receive a re-fund for this or for private healthcare. How can I get a refund from the HSE if I paid for healthcare while abroad?

You may be able to get a refund if you had to pay because you did not have your EHIC card with you or because the healthcare providers charged you by mistake.

Apply for a refund by email. Send your receipts to E126.Refunds@hse. ie. Or email them to overseas.medservices@hse.ie if you live in Dublin, Wicklow or Kildare.

The HSE will send an E126 form to the health authorities in the other state to find out:

If you used a public health service

How much of a refund is due

When the HSE receive the completed E126 form from the other state, the HSE can see if a refund is due or not. Further information is available on the HSE website.

What if I don’t have my EHIC before I travel?

If you don’t have your European Health Insurance Card for any reason, you can get a Temporary Replacement Certificate. This Certificate gives you the same entitlement as the Card, but for a shorter period. You can apply online for this Certificate, in-person or by post to your Local Health Office. You can only receive a Temporary Replacement Certificate for yourself.

Should I get private travel insurance too?

You should consider it. Your EHIC just covers medical costs. Travel insurance can cover you for cancellation and lost or stolen luggage and extras like winter sports cover.

How much does a European Health Insurance Card cost?

There is no fee for the European Health Insurance Card or a Temporary Replacement Certificate. Renewing a European Health Insurance Card is also free.

How to apply

Before you travel, apply for an EHIC well in advance of your trip.

If you are living in Ireland

If you are an Irish citizen, an Irish pensioner or an EU citizen living in Ireland you can apply for an EHIC:

In person at your local health office

By post

Online - if you have a medical card or drug payment scheme card and you live in Ireland

You will be asked for proof that you live in Ireland. Your card will be posted out to you within approximately 10

The view of Tipperary Town from the Glen of Aherlow. Pic by Martin Quinn.

‘Tipperary Talks’ books and Aherlow Honey on display at the Glen of Aherlow Tourist Office.

Beautiful Bansha

Today & Yesterday.....

BANSHA has changed much over the last 130 years. What has not changed however, is that sense of pride and community spirit that exists there. The sense of pride in the village is very evident there presently, as can be seen by anyone visiting the village or by the many passers-by. I am probably biased (well definitely really!) but Bansha could surely be given the title of Ireland’s tidiest village.

Armed with my camera, I took a walk through the village on Thursday last. I have to say that I was really overwhelmed. It was a beautiful morning and the place was absolutely spotless, with gorgeous beds, a fabulous village green. wonderful initiatives such as the Bansha Car, Patsy’s Bed, Winnie’s Rose, the Bansha Boat, and the Bansha Barrow!. There was lovely seating throughout the village including one dedicated to the late Mick Tobin and Friends.

My goodness but the beds are fabulous and they are strategically placed throughout the village, so well done to the village planners. I must have taken well over 60 pictures, and the photos here won’t do justice to the village. You just have to stop by and have a coffee in the village.

Another wonderful aspect of village life is the village shop, and O’Connell’s looks the picture of what a village shop should be, along with flower planters for sale outside. In handing out plaudits, great credit must go to the Bansha Tidy Towns Committee and to their ‘Chief of Staff’ Neddy Harris. They deserve the greatest praise along with the residents and businesses who keep their places looking so well and finally to the Tipperary Cahir Cashel Municipal District, for their great support.

You probably wonder why I mentioned at the outset about much having changed over the last 130 years. Well I remembered some information that I had from that era.

In the year 1985, the village of Bansha was self contained. It contained a Protestant Church and a RC Church. A national school with separate sections for boys and girls, was about 400 yards from the Churches. There was a smith, with a smithy, in the village. Jim Ryan, the smith, was kept busy by the farmers in the parish. Near to Jim was the village carpenter, Pat Hannon, who turned out cars and carts galore. The boy’s school was under the charge of David Dee. The girl’s school had Mrs. O’Neill in charge. She was married to a publican in the village. Mrs. O’Neill was assisted by Miss Grant. The O’Connell family provided a village bakery. As to public houses there were in fact Nine. Each publican had its own supporters drawn from friends and relatives in the parish. Dr. Willie Russell looked after the health of the rich and poor in the parish. The Parish Sacristan was Mary Galvin. It was Mary who called the village and the surrounding country to Sunday Mass and who rang the bell each day for the 12:00 and 6 o’clock Angelus.

Well that is a little snippet of what life was like in Bansha 130 years ago. It’s something I may come back to again.

- Written by Martin Quinn

BANSHA

A view of the Main Street, Bansha from the Old Graveyard.

Welcome to Bansha - Fáilte go Báinseach sign on the Cahir road

A lovely bed of flowers and plants at Barrack Street, Bansha.

The Village Shop (O’Connell’s) in Bansha, Co. Tipperary.

The Bansha Car with Costcutter’s Supermarket in the background.

The Bansha Village Green complete with tables and seating.

The River Ara, Bansha, in beautiful Summer sunsine.

The village pump, Bansha.

Winnie’ Rose, in memory of the late Winnie Harris.

The Bansha Boat overlflowing with essential wild flowers.

St. Ailbe’s Secondary School celebrate another successful year

ST. AILBE’S SCHOOL, Tipperary, recently held their annual awards celebration at the Michael Quirke P.E. Building, to honour the achievements of the student body throughout the academic year.

A large gathering of students, families and staff turned out to support those who had excelled in academics or sport, leadership or attendance, music and many other categories.

SPORTS AWARDS

The afternoon kicked off with the Junior and Senior sports awards. Following on from a very successful year on the playing fields and courts of Munster, where titles were won in Gaelic football, soccer, basketball, athletics, equestrian and tennis, a large number of students were acknowledged for their achievements in such a broad diversity of sports. However, it was Neasa Moloney, first year and Abi Ryan, fifth year, who were the overall winners of the junior and senior sports personality awards, both students having an exceptional year and thoroughly deserving of such accolades.

EXCELLENT ATTENDANCE

The next category of awards was the Excellent Attendance gold medal, presented by Mr. Eoin Kennedy, Home School Liaison Officer.

A significant number of students were awarded this recognition for their 100% attendance, such as Donagh Flood, Kaleb Ryan (3rd year), Ella Jane Kearns and Idamae Loughman (6th year) among with many other students.

SUSTAINABILITY AWARD

Dr. Tim Butler, Science Teacher, also recognised a number of Transition Year students for their commitment and thoughtful work with the environment. TY students Mark Dudley, Patrick Spencer Flynn, Ciara Leahy and Molly O’Sullivan were presented with the Sustainability Award, an area which is becoming evermore important in today’s world.

CORE VALUES AWARD

A category that has become an important

feature of our awards ceremony over recent years, is the Core Values award. This year, a number of first and second year students were presented with an ETB Core Value medal to acknowledge their positive contribution to the school community throughout the year. These included Madison Butler, Noel Hanley and Ian Grisewood, who, among many other junior students, displayed such positive behaviours that are very much part of the culture of values St. Ailbe’s, which the school has nurtured over the years.

However, the overall junior winner was third year student Sean Horan, while Darragh Healy, sixth year, was a most deserving recipient.

LEAVING CERT APPLIED

Further awards went to Davina Mullally, for Leaving Cert Applied Student of the Year, while Amy Doyle, third year, was recognised for her remarkable achievement in the recent Irish Dancing World Championships.

MARY QUINN LONERGAN CUP

Local author, Mr. Martin Quinn, whose books include Tipperary People of Great Note and the recently published ‘Tipperary Talks’, was the guest of honour on the evening. Martin was there to present a new perpetual cup, in memory of his late sister, Mary Quinn Lonergan, to sixth year student, Jack Ahern McInerney, to honour Jack’s role in music throughout his time in St. Ailbe’s.

In his presentation speech, Martin spoke eloquently on the importance of remembering those who have passed and that through such an award, we can still keep that connection with those we have lost.

The final part of the ceremony saw Caoimhe Sexton being presented with this year’s Transition Year Student of the Year, for her tremendous work and involvement in all aspects of the course.

Congratulations to the students, who have excelled in so many different disciplines, and to the Principal and staff, who always bring out the best in the students.

St. Ailbe’s Principal, Mr. Ruaidhri Devitt presented 6th Year student, Darragh Healy, with the coveted Student of the Year award.

Ms. Collins presented 3rd year student, Sean Horan, with his junior school Core Values award at St. Ailbe’s School.

Khoi O’Connor was presented with a very popular Peer award at St. Ailbe’s School by school Principal, Mr. Devitt.

The annual Arts Award at St. Ailbe’s was presented to Alaa by Mr. Daly for her outstanding creative work throughout 6th Year.

The senior ETB Core Values recipient for this year at St. Ailbe’s School was 6th-year student Darragh Healy, receiving his award from Ms. Collins.

The Fifth Year Academic Award at St. Ailbe’s School was presented to Angelo Pierse by Mr. O’Dwyer, Deputy Principal.

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St. Ailbe’s Jack Ahern McInerney, won the Mary Quinn Lonergan Perpetual Cup, for his fantastic contribution to music in the school, receiving the Cup from Martin Quinn, in memory of his late sister.

Some

our captains

the past year were recognised at this year’s St. Ailbe’s award’s ceremony - Shane, Neasa, Millie, Claudia, Ger, Katie and Hannah.

St. Ailbe’s Andrea and Caoimhe receive their Academic Awards from Mr. O’Dwyer for their superb results in their Junior Certificate exams last summer.

St. Ailbe’s Holly Lynch is pictured receiving her John Kelly Scholarship Award from Ms. McCormack and Ms. Kennedy.

St. Ailbe’s Abi Ryan, won the 5th Year, Senior Sportsperson of the year award, receiving her award from Ms. Kennedy.

St. Ailbe’s Neasa Moloney was the winner of this year’s Junior Sportsperson of the year, receiving her award from Ms. Kennedy.

Mary Quinn Lonergan Perpetual Cup won by Jack Ahern McInerney

In Memoriam

Elizabeth (Mitzi) Carey Davis Avenue Clonmel who died 29th June 2024 Margaret Madge Houlihan

Mitzi’s loss brought great grief and sorrow to our family. However, we were greatly comforted by the support, kindness and sympathy shown to us by so many. Heartfelt thanks to the many relatives, friends and neighbours who visited our home, the funeral home, those who attended Mitzi’s mass and at the graveside. We are truly grateful also to those who tyravelled such long distances from Derry, Donegal, Dundalk and Dublin to mention just a few.

Thanks to the many who phoned, sent mass cards, sympathy cards, online condolences and brought so much food to our house.

Thanks to Fr. John Treacy and all who officiated and assisted at Mitzi’s mass.

We also wish to acknowledgeme Hotel Minella management and staff for their service in providing refreshments on the day. The family also wish to thank Fennessy Funeral Directors, you were so professional.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgment as our appreciation to you all, you wioll always be remembered.

Mitzi’s first anniversary mass will be held on Sunday 29th June at 12.30pm in Ss Peter and Paul’s Church, Clonmel.

50th anniversary of dear mother Margaret Madge Houlihan who died on 23rd June 1975 and my brother James who died on 27th June 2013, late of Oakland Drive, Clonmel.

Anniversary mass 6th July at 10am, Church of Resurrection.

Always remembered and never forgotten by Declan, Eddie, Margaret and family.

In Memoriam

Will those who think of him today a prayer to Jesus say.

Also remembering our mother Margaret whose anniversary occurs at this time and aunt Christina on her 1st anniversary.

Mass 1pm in Ss Peter & Paul’s Church on Tuesday July 1st.

Always remembered by Maurice, Monica, Shirley and Families .

Galfi Maldo

Oakland Drive

Sadly missed by your loving family. May you rest in peace.

PLANNING NOTICES

Tipperary County Council

Take notice that I, Brid Walsh, intend to apply to the above Authority for Planning Permission for a Dwelling, Garage, Effluent Treatment System and Entrance, utilising the existing Farm Entrance from the Public Road, and all associated site works at Roosca (Hickey), Cahir, Co. Tipperary. This 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 and a submission or observation in relation to this application may be made to the authority in writing 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.

PLANNING NOTICES

Tipperary County Council

Further Information/Revised Plans

Further Information/Revised Plans have been submitted by Kieran Cagney in relation to Planning Ref. No. 2560355 for proposed development at Stonepark, Aherlow, Co. Tipperary. The Further Information/Revised Plans are available for inspection or purchase, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the Further Information/Revised Plans may be made in writing

to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice by the Planning Authority.

NOTICES

Retention Permission is sought by Clonmel Town Football Club for the following development at Clonmel Town Football Club, Dr. Pat O’Callaghan Sports Complex, Cashel Road, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary:

a)

Use of Indoor Sports facility as Childcare facility (Pre-school and After-school Club)

b)

Signage to elevations and to Cashel road.

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.

NOTICES

Retention permission is sought for;

1. The change of use of outbuilding to residential use and refurbishment and extension of same.

2. The site entrance, driveway, parking, hard landscaping, garden areas and all ancillary site works.

Tipperary County Council Tipperary County Council Tipperary County Council

We, Sean & Kathleen Cahill wish to apply to Tipperary County Council for retention permission and planning permission for a development at Lickfinn, Ballynonty, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, E41 W580.

Planning permission is sought for the installation of a certified wastewater treatment system and a percolation area, to all appropriate standards. The existing septic tank and percolation area will be appropriately removed from the site.

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: Sean & Kathleen Cahill

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 by : Aidan Kelly (ADPS) Agricultural Design & Planning Services (085 7466211)

Tipperary County Council

A new chapter has begun for the property market in Clonmel with the opening of Sherry FitzGerald Pollard FitzGerald, as a long-established local firm joins Ireland’s leading estate agency network. The office is led by well-known local property professional John FitzGerald, bringing decades of experience and deep local knowledge to the Sherry FitzGerald network. The business will be involved in all aspects of the property market, including residential sales, agricultural and commercial sales, lettings, and valuations.

This move marks a return to familiar territory for John, who began his career as a junior ne-

gotiator with Sherry FitzGerald on Merrion Row in 1983, just a year after the company’s founding. In 1987, he established his own agency in partnership with Donagh Dougan, forming Dougan FitzGerald—a successful venture that later amalgamated with Tom Pollard Properties in 2019. Today, John continues to lead the business alongside Declan Pollard, who plays a key leadership role as Director and Head of Sales. Declan, the son of the late Tom Pollard, brings over three decades of experience in the Clonmel property market. Having worked closely with his father for many years, he has developed an in-depth

Declan Hickey intends to apply to Tipperary County Council for Permission to construct (i) Slatted shed with underground slurry tank (ii) Walled Manure area and all associated site works at Lisduff, Gortnahoe, Thurles, 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

Newcastle GAA Club intend to apply to Tipperary County Council for Permission For retention of existing floodlights, poles and all associated ancillary works at Clashganny West, Newcastle, Clonmel, 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 by : Aidan Kelly (ADPS) Agricultural Design & Planning Services (085 7466211)

Further Information/Revised Plans has been submitted by David & Laura Mulcahy for development at 40 Pearse Park, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary., E91VW70 in relation to planning reference number 2560120. That significant 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 public opening hours, and A submission or observation in relation to the significant further information/ revised plans may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the newspaper and site notices by the planning authority.

on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed by : Aidan Kelly (ADPS) Agricultural Design & Planning Services (085 7466211)

Government must act to address rip off Energy Bills as 440,000 households struggle with energy bills - Cllrs Dunne and Ryan

Cllr Annemarie Ryan highlighted that while households are struggling to keep up with their bills, figures obtained by Sinn Fein show that the state has collected €2.5bn in five years in VAT from some of the highest energy bills in Europe.

understanding of both residential and commercial property, and is widely regarded as a leading figure in the local real estate sector.

For John, estate agency has always been about people, not just property. “As an estate agent, you’re entering into the life of a person who might have only watched you from the sidelines for years—until suddenly, they need you. It’s a privilege when they choose you for that moment,” he says. That personable, approachable style has defined his career, and his service to Clonmel and the wider region. Over the past year, John has also worked closely with

the Sherry FitzGerald Country Homes team, bringing his expertise to a number of high-profile sales in the region. These include the joint sale of Rathduff Stud, Golden, Cashel, Co. Tipperary (c.155 acres), which achieved a sale price in excess of €4 million, and Killough Castle and farm (c.527 acres), which sold for more than €7 million.

John was inspired to pursue auctioneering by his father, who farmed locally and held an auctioneer’s licence. That early exposure to land sales and local service shaped his path. Today, he’s also a member of IPAV and is serving as a member of

Declan Hickey intends to apply to Tipperary County Council for Permission to construct (i) Slatted shed with underground slurry tank (ii) Concrete yard and all associated site works at Lisduff, Gortnahoe, Thurles, 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

Tipperary County Council since 2020, having being re-elected in June last year, where his work frequently overlaps with his passion for property and public service. “I think public service is an honourable thing,” he says, “and helping people—whether through property or representation—is important.”

Des O’Malley, Head of Sherry FitzGerald Countrywide, welcomed the newest member of the network saying “We are thrilled to welcome John to the Sherry FitzGerald network. His return is a very welcome development for us, but more importantly, it marks a major opportunity for Clonmel and its surrounding communities. John and Declan bring integrity, experience, and a deep understanding of the local market. We’re excited to see the growth of Sherry FitzGerald Pollard

Cllr David Dunne stated that “families across Tipperary pay some of the highest energy bills in Europe. Due to Ireland having some of the highest cost of energy in Europe, we have seen on average half a billion euro being taken in VAT every year by the Government.

Cllr Ryan added ‘440,000 households across the State are behind on their energy bills and they wonder when will the price increases stop. Workers and families cant wait while this FF FG Ind Government sit on their hands during this cost-of-living crisis, we need a cost-of-living package that includes energy credits and an extension of VAT reductions.

Cllr Dunne stated that “The enormous profits of these energy companies are taking precedent over the needs of struggling workers and families. We need to freeze these soaring energy prices’ “Government inaction heaps more and more pressure onto households struggling with the cost-of-living crisis. Households need to be supported, not hit with more costs” Cllr Ryan concluded

FitzGerald in the years to come.”

Speaking about the new direction, John FitzGerald said: “It’s a real pleasure to return to the brand where I started my career and where my son, Hugh, has cut his teeth in their Dublin City Centre office. Partnering with Sherry FitzGerald allows us to offer a wider reach and best-in-class marketing while continuing to provide the trusted local service. We are happy to re-brand as Sherry FitzGerald Pollard FitzGerald is also about honouring the Pollard name, which is synonymous with property in Clonmel.”

The addition of Sherry FitzGerald Pollard FitzGerald strengthens Sherry FitzGerald’s national presence and reflects its continued commitment to delivering exceptional property services to communities across Ireland.

FARMING IN FOCUS

Broiler poultry farmers removed from VAT Flat Rate Addition Scheme

The IFA Poultry Chair Nigel Sweetnam has outlined his dismay at the Government’s decision to exclude broiler poultry farmers from the VAT Flat-Rate Addition (FRA) scheme, meaning that from September 1st next, broiler poultry farmers can no longer apply the 5.1% VAT addition to their broiler chicken sales.

“This is a massive blow to the broiler poultry sector which is already under massive pressure due to very significant increases in production costs some of which has been imposed on us by government policy,” Nigel Sweetnam said.

“The likely outcome of this is that some broiler poultry farmers may well exit the sector. It is also inevitable that the cost of chicken in supermarkets will also have to increase meaning consumers will also carry the cost of the Minister’s decision,” he said.

The VAT FRA scheme was introduced to reduce the administrative burden and cost of VAT compliance for farmers and the state. The scheme allows farmers to remain unregistered for VAT meaning that they pay VAT on all inputs where applicable and can apply the flat rate VAT addition on their sales.

The VAT addition rate is currently 5.1%. The decision to exclude a single sector is unprecedented from an Irish perspective.

“IFA have worked tirelessly to

find solutions and have had numerous engagements with the Government on this, including current and former Minister’s for Agriculture and the Minister for Finance. We have, always, stressed the lack of fairness at precluding broiler poultry farmers from this scheme.”

“We also put forward constructive alternative proposals for consideration which may have deterred the Minister from taking this decision, but these were not acted on,” the IFA Poultry Chair said.

Nigel Sweetnam also highlighted that this decision comes at a time when farmers are already under immense financial pressure.

“Even before this announcement, farmers were actively seeking price increases. We’ve been engaging with our processors and retailers over the past few weeks and continue to do so to recover rising input costs. Poultry farmers cannot be expected to absorb a substantial cut in income imposed on them by the Government.”

“This is one of a multitude of costs imposed on the sector by the Government in recent times. The

fact is that 24% of the price we pay for our gas is carbon tax,” he added.

The IFA also highlighted the complex nature of mixed family farming operations in Ireland, where the majority of broiler poultry farmers also have additional suckler, beef, dairy, or sheep enterprises.

Nigel Sweetnam said this complexity will make compliance with the new VAT rules even more difficult as these farmers will now be asked to separate their farm enterprises from a VAT perspective.

“This decision adds another layer of red tape for already overburdened farmers. The Government are asking producers to overhaul their farm structures and tax arrangements in the middle of the year without providing any clear guidance on how to do so.”

“IFA will continue to engage with the Government on this. This decision will have potentially serious implications for the supply of Irish chicken to supermarkets, particularly as it makes us uncompetitive compared with imported product,” the IFA Poultry Chair said.

“This unwise and shortsighted decision by the Government cannot be at the expense of poultry broiler farmers’ incomes. The reality is this will have to be passed through the price of chicken on the supermarket shelf,” Nigel Sweetnam concluded.

Proposed distilling/malting barley contract cut totally unacceptable

IFA Grain Chair Kieran McEvoy said that plans by Boortmalt to cut distilling/malting barley contracts in the middle of the growing season are totally unacceptable.

“Malting barley growers have already taken pain earlier this spring with the implementation of contract cuts. After this, farmers entered into agreements with merchants and planted specific quantities of distilling/malting barley in good faith,” Kieran McEvoy said.

“Now Boortmalt want to ignore their contract with merchants and farmers after they have planted the crops,” he said.

“Distilling/malting barley has to be grown to very exacting specs which adds to production costs. In return, growers expect a premium price for their product but now Boortmalt want to unilaterally ignore their own contracts,” he said.

“Given the very low-income prospects for tillage in 2025, this is a further blow to a sector already on its knees,” the IFA Grain Chair continued.

“IFA will strongly resist this development and use all means available at its disposal to ensure that Boortmalt honours all existing agreements and contracts in full,” the Kieran McEvoy concluded.

Potential changes to EU Budgeting Framework very concerning - IFA

IFA President Francie Gorman has outlined his deep concern over proposed changes to how EU funding will be allocated to Agriculture under the next CAP programme. Mr Gorman held a meeting with Christiane Canenbley, Director within DG Budget, the EU department responsible for the Multi Annual Framework (MFF), which governs how the EU Budget is allocated, last week in Brussels.

“It is clear that the European Commission are driving on with proposing a Single Fund approach which could see Pillar I and Pillar II of CAP funding grouped together along with fifty other spending programmes within the EU Budget,” Francie Gorman said.

“This would be the end of CAP as we know it and could potentially have massive consequences for Irish Agriculture given that Pillar two payments accounted for 38% of average Family Farm Income in 2023 according to the Teagasc National Farm Survey. It would also have major implications for fund-

ing for other rural development programmes in Ireland, such as Leader funding,” he added.

Proposals on the MFF are expected to be published on 16th July along with CAP proposals from DG Agriculture. The process of devising CAP proposals for the next programme has been extremely rushed with little or no consultation taking place ahead of the announcement of the proposals.

“We made it clear that IFA believe the single fund proposal is a flawed approach that has the capacity to completely undermine how vulnerable sectors in partic-

ular are supported by CAP. The Commission have talked of the need for greater simplification, trust and engagement going forward. Yet here we are with rushed proposals with little engagement beforehand and potentially a complete upheaval of how CAP funding is delivered to farmers.”

“It’s absolutely critical that both the Taoiseach and the Minister for Agriculture stand up for Irish farmers in the upcoming negotiations on both the MFF and CAP.”

“We cannot allow Irish farmers to be the fall guys for a flawed approach to EU budgeting,” the IFA President concluded.

Dept intervention needed to secure adequate Lepto

IFA Animal Health Chair TJ Maher said the news that MSD have ceased production of Leptavoid-H, a widely used vaccine used on cattle for Leptospirosis is a major concern to Irish farmers who are now left scrambling to secure an alternative lepto vaccine.

“This will create a serious issue for farmers who are due to administer a lepto vaccine to their herd in the coming months,” TJ Maher said.

“Reports from our members indicate that there are little alternatives currently available with one of the key alternative vaccines not available until September. This could mean that a lot of cattle herds will lose protection from Leptospirosis if they miss their annual booster shot,” he said.

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that often leads to reduced

Vaccine supply

milk production, decreased fertility and abortions in cows. It is also a zoonotic disease meaning that humans can potentially pick up the disease from infected animals, which further increases the potential implications of this vaccine shortage.

The IFA Animal Health Chair outlined that the availability of vaccines when needed is critical for farmers in protecting and maintaining the health, welfare and productivity of our animals while reducing antibiotic usage.

“These actions are being severely hampered on farms by the failure of the Department of Agriculture to ensure there are adequate supplies of suitable products available in the marketplace,” TJ Maher said.

“Over the last number of years farmers have experienced increas-

ing shortages of certain vaccines at critical times and here we are with the same problem yet again. Pasteurella vaccine availability have been especially problematic this year.”

“There have been several special import licences issued for alternative vaccines, but these often come too late after supplies have been depleted. The Department of Agriculture must be more proactive in identifying potential supply issues at an early stage and intervene to avoid a situation like we are facing now where farmers may not be able to protect their herd from a potentially very harmful disease,” TJ Maher said.

“These vaccines are too important to animal and human health; we cannot have situations where these vaccines become unavailable to farmers,” he concluded.

IFA president Francie Gorman at last week’s meeting in Brussels.

News from the Community

Drangan/Cloneen

ST PATRICK’S GAA CLUB

LOTTO

GAA Lotto results from Tuesday, 17th July. Numbers Drawn were 5, 6, 7, 18. No outright jackpot winner.

Five ‘Match 3’ winners were Siobhán Maher, Ellen StJohn, Karla Cronin, Bernie Holohan and Jason Grace who won €20 each. Congrats.

In the Second Chance Lotto for €1,000, the numbers drawn were 2, 3, 12, 25. No winners.

Next draw will be on Tuesday, 1st July for a jackpot of €15,600. Don’t miss out, play online or in your local shops, pubs, garages or hairdressers and it could be you.

LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB

TABLE QUIZ

The Ladies Football Club are hosting a table quiz night on this Saturday, 28th June in Cloneen Sports and Social Hall. Starts at 7.30pm and tables are €20 ahead. This is in aid of getting the recent Féile winners to Munster Finals in Tralee.

We would be very grateful if you could support this venture.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL

Our Junior A and B Footballers were both out in action last week.

First up was our Junior B’s who took on Ardfinnan in Marlfield on Wednesday. Ardfinnan won 3-12 to 1-10.

Our Junior B’s play Clonmel Og this Wednesday, 25th June in the final group game. This game takes place in Monroe at 8 o’clock.

Our Junior A’s took on Killenaule in their final group game. We won on a scoreline of 3-18 to 0-11 to top the group.

We will now play Clerihan in a quarter-final in a number of

weeks.

JUNIOR HURLING

Attention now turns to the Junior Hurling Championships. Both our A and B’s begin their Championships this weekend.

First up is our Junior A’s who take on St Mary’s this Friday in Davin Park Carrick-on-Suir at 7:30 pm.

Our B’s begin their Championship this Sunday when they take on Mullinahone in Ballingarry at 12 noon.

FIXTURES

South Tipp Junior B Football: Wed June 25 in Monroe at 8.00 St. Patricks V Clonmel Óg

South Tipp Junior A Hurling: Fri June 27 in Davin Park Carrickon-Suir at 7.30 pm, St. Patrick’s V St. Marys

Fri July 4 in Fethard GAA Park at 7 pm, St. Patrick’s V Ballingarry

South Tipp Junior B Hurling Fixtures

Sun June 29 in O’Sullivan Park Ballingarry at 12.00 noon, St. Patrick’s V Mullinahone U13 HURLING FIXTURES

Mon June 30 in Anner Park Cloneen at 6.45 pm, St. Patrick’s V St. Mary’s.

Mon July 7 in Ballyporeen at 6.45 pm, Skeheenarinky V St. Patrick’s.

Mon July 21 in Grangemockler at 6.45 pm, Grangemockler-Ballyneale V St. Patrick’s. AMENDED U15 HURLING

FIXTURES

Thursday June 26 St. Patrick’s a bye.

Thurs July 3 in Anner Park Cloneen at 7.15 pm, St. Patrick’s V Ballybacon-Grange.

Thurs July 10 in Anner Park Cloneen at 6.45 pm, St. Patricks V Clerihan.

Mullinahone

LOCAL LOTTO RESULTS

Last week’s lotto draw took place on Monday, 16th June. The numbers drawn were 7, 13,16,19. There was no outright winner of the lotto jackpot worth €5,150.

We hade one lucky ‘Match 3’ ticket. Congratulations to the lucky trio of Nicky, Nell and Izzy who receive €150.

To be in with a chance of winning next week’s lotto jackpot, tickets can be purchased in all local businesses and from committee members.

SPLIT THE POT

DRAW

The Split the Pot draw took place on Wednesday, 18th June with €155 on offer for the lucky winner.

Congratulations to brother and sister duo Jack and Caoimhe Hally, who were last week’s lucky winners.

For your chance in next week’s Split the Pot, envelopes can be purchased for just €2 in all local businesses.

MULLINAHONE VILLAGE

TIDY TOWNS

The annual river clean up will take place this Saturday, 28th June from 11 am. Please come along and lend a hand. Extra help is always welcome.

The weekly meet up to weed, clean, paint etc will meet in the church carpark at 7 pm on Thursday evening. If you have an hour to spare, please come along your

Thurs July 17 in Ballyporeen at 7.15 pm, Skeheenarinky V St. Patrick’s.

Thurs July 24 in Monroe at 6.15 Moyle Rovers V St. Patrick’s.

Thurs July 31 in Anner Park Cloneen at 7.00 St. Patrick’s V Kilsheelan-Kilcash.

Thurs Aug 7 in Anner Park Cloneen at 7 pm, St. Patrick’s V Clonmel Óg.

Thurs Aug 14 in Cahir GAA Park at 7.15 pm, Cahir V St. Patrick’s.

Thurs Aug 21 in Anner Park Cloneen at 6.30 pm, St. Patrick’s V Ballingarry.

Thurs Sept 4 in Grangemockler at 6.45 pm, Grangemockler-Ballyneale V St. Patrick’s.

AMENDED U17 HURLING FIXTURES

Mon June 30 in Clonmel Sportsfield at 7 pm, St. Mary’s V St. Patrick’s.

Mon July 14 in Anner Park Cloneen at 7 pm, St. Patrick’s V Carrick Davins.

Mon July 28 in Newcastle at 7 pm, Newcastle V St. Patrick’s.

Mon Aug 11 in Anner Park at 7 pm, St. Patrick’s V Thurles Gaels

Mon Aug 25 in Monroe at 7.00 Moyle Rovers V St. Patricks

Mon Sept 8 in Anner Park Cloneen at 7 pm, St. Patrick’s V Durlas Óg.

MARY MORONEY UNDER 15 HURLING TOURNAMENT

The Annual Under 15 Hurling Tournament for the Mary Moroney Cup will be played in Anner Park Cloneen on this Saturday 28th June with games at 10.30, 11.30.

Shield Final at 12.45 and the Cup Final at 1.45.

Our under 7 and under 9 players will play a mini game at 12.15.

Ballingarry

FAMINE 1848 WALK 2025

The Annual Famine 1848 Walk takes place in Ballingarry from the Young Ireland and National Flag Monument in the village of The Commons (eircode E41 YX61) to Famine Warhouse 1848 (the OPW National Heritage Museum eircode E41 XK23) on Saturday, 26th July at 3pm.

This annual event is held on the last Saturday of every July and has become very popular in the local calendar. The Walk will be led this year by Senator Imelda Goldsboro, the first Ballingarry native to serve in Seanad Éireann since the foundation of the State.

The Walk remembers all those who suffered and died during the Great Famine and the Young Ireland 1848 Rising which took place in Ballingarry in the middle of the Famine. It was here that rebels, under the leadership of Protestant aristocrat William Smith O’Brien, besieged 47 police officers who had barricaded themselves into the McCormack homestead, taking 5 children hostage. After two of their number were killed, the rebels finally gave in. They were later transported to penal colonies abroad.

The Famine Warhouse 1848 tells the story of the Young Irelanders. Without the Young Ireland movement, it is unlikely there would have been the Fenians of 1867 and the 1916 Rising.

The Warhouse exhibits the history of the Famine and mass emigration, the rebellion, high treason trials and the penal exile of the Young Ireland leaders to Australia and their escapes to the United States of America.

LOCAL MASS TIMES

Church of the Assumption, Ballingarry: Mass Times: 9.30am Monday to Friday; 7 pm Saturday evening and 10 am Sunday morning.

ANNIVERSARIES

Saturday, 21st June: Denis and Imelda Cleary, Gragaugh; Sarah Pollard, Williamstown; William and Bridie Cahill and deceased family, Lickfin; Kathleen and John Prout, Ballyphilip; Tommy and George Prout, Ballyphilip; Martin Marnell, Ballintaggart; Chevonne Webster, The Commons; Tommy Marnell, Ballintaggart; James Tobin, Grawn; Christy and Mary Kelly (nee Prout).

Sunday, 22nd June: Joe Hanrahan (Jnr), Church View, Ballingarry; Joseph Barry, Kyle; Alice and Tom Stapleton, Curraheenduff.

GRAVEYARD MASSES

St Joseph’s Cemetery: Rosary on Wednesday, 9th July at 6:30 pm; Old Church Graveyard: 7pm on Wednesday, 9th July; Church Grounds & Sacred Heart cemetery on Friday, 11th July at 7pm.

SYMPATHY

We extend our sincere sympathy to the Sweetnam family on the death on Monday 16th June 2025 of Doreen Sweetnam (nee Smyth) The Islands and formerly of Ballythomas, Kinsale, Cork peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny.

Predeceased by her late husband John, Doreen and is deeply regretted by family: Alfred, Frank, Ann (Giles) and Richard, Son-inlaw Richard, and cherished grandmother to Stephen and Cassandra.

Scallan. The book is on the men from the Royal Irish Regiment who were entitled to the 1914 ‘Mons’ Star medal. It has been a five-year project, researching the names, addresses, ages, service details, deaths, discharge details, POW details, etc. of 1,928 men. This is a great achievement.

BALLINGARRY G.A.A. & CAMOGIE CLUB

Latest lotto numbers 3-6-18260. No outright winner: €40 to: Paddy Lawlor, jnr., The Commons; Michael Burke, 17 Kilcooley Way, Gortnahoe; Veronica Robinson, Ballycloven, Callan; Joe Cashin, Ballingarry; Matthew Butler.

A draw took place on Tuesday (24th June) for €4,800. Full ressults next week.

Well done to our U/15s who won the Brendan Teehan Memorial Shield Final Sunday in Gortnahoe against a strong Borrisoleigh team. Thanks to Gortnahoe/Glengoole Juvenile gaa for hosting. Well done to the team and management.

BALLINGARRY ALBION FC

help would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks to O’Briens Butchers for power washing and Eugene O’Meara for painting the abandoned building on Kickham Street.

A fabulous job done and it makes the world of difference. It would be great to see more of the abandoned buildings getting a fresh coat of paint, to help make our little village look beautiful.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to all 6th class pupils who graduated from the three local Mullinahone primary schools in the last week. Wishing them all well in their new adventure into secondary school in September.

The exhibition places the Famine Rebellion in the context of 1848 as Europe’s year of revolutions in France, Germany, Italy, Austria and Hungary. There is access to the ground floor for visitors with disabilities. Please join us on the day. There will be music and refreshments. All are welcome.

Tommy Slater’s 50 years’ service to O.N.E. honoured

At the recent annual general meeting of the South Tipperary Branch of O.N.E., congratulations were extended to Tommy Slater, Tipperary Town, on a fantastic achievement of half a century of service to the national body of ex-servicemen. The organisation thanked Tommy for his wonderful service and dedication to O.N.E. To mark the occasion, Denis Larkin, SAC President, presented Tommy with his 50 year O.N.E. service medal.

A celebration of her life was held at Kilcooley Abbey Church, on Friday, 20th June followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining churchyard.

“May she rest in peace”.

BOOK LAUNCH

Congratulations to MaryAnne Maher, Ballintaggart, Ballingarry, on her book launch with Larry

The club are looking at possibly entering a youths team next season and are looking for expression of interest from players born in 2008 and 2009. There is already a strong crop of players from our current U/16 team but we need more older players if we are to enter a team into the league. The league season starts in August so we need names by next week if possible. This would be the last step in completing our underage development with plenty of underage teams already playing currently. It would also help build our very succesful junior team for the next few seasons. The team already have managers and coaches ready to go, it’s just to fill up the squad.

Any enquiries or interest message our Facebook or instagram or contact Ricky Cashin directly. His number can be got through private message on or instagram.

Nicholas Moroney

Jimmy Maher

Sinead Moore

FETHARD NEWS by Joe Kenny

Fethard trainer wins the Coronation Stakes at Royal Ascot

Congratulations to Fethard trainer Joe Murphy, whose horse ‘Cercene’, ridden by jockey Gary Carroll, clinched a memorable victory at Royal Ascot, on Friday last, 20th June, narrowly defeating the French favourite Zarigana to win the Coronation Stakes at Ascot, England.

Joe was overcome with emotion as ‘50 years of work’ pays off with his longshot winner at Ascot at 33-1.

The race was hyped as a showdown between French 1,000 Guineas champion ‘Zarigana’ and Owen Burrows’ late entry ‘Falakeyah’, but it was the Irish underdog ‘Cercene’ who dazzled the crowd.

Fethard’s Pamela Sweeney honoured at annual Cathaoirleach Awards

Fethard native, Pamela Sweeney, was honoured at the Annual Carrick Municipal District’s Cathaoirleach Awards, held recently in Drangan Community Hall. The Award recognises individuals or groups that make outstanding contributions to their local community. Pamela is well known in the Fethard area and is a key driver in the various festivals and fundraisers held throughout the year which benefit the community in town. She is also the principal contact for all things relating to The Convent Community Hall including fundraising for the upkeep of the building. Additionally, she is an active member of the Fethard and Killusty Community Muintir Council. Indeed, Pamela and her crew of volunteers were instrumental in sourcing donations of all sorts to outfit the Convent to welcome the Ukrainians who came to Fethard at the beginning of the war in Ukraine. The individuals selected for awards are nominated by the

at

Drangan Community Hall on

the

ney, Cllr Amy Goldsboro, and Marie Cox, District Administrator. elected council members of Carrick Municipal District which administers the Fethard area. Pamela was nominated by Cllr. Amy Goldsboro who is our newest councillor having recent taken

over the seat vacated by Imelda Goldsboro, who is now a Senator and represents the local area on the National Stage. Amy was interviewed about the reasons for her nomination of Pamela for

this years awards and she spoke eloquently about Pamela’s many qualities and achievements. A great evening was had by all the nominees and our congratulations go to Pamela on her achievement.

Killusty girls do themselves proud with silver

On Tuesday, June 10, Killusty played Ballysloe in the County Cumann na mBunscol U13 Hurling Final played in Semple Stadium, Thurles.

The first half was completely dominated by one star player for Ballysloe who scored 5-1, to Killusty’s 0-4 all from frees by Tristan Byrne. After the break the team went from seven-a-side to nine-a-side and our Killusty team gave as good as they got, scoring 2-1 (from Kate Gaule 1-0 and Tristan Byrne 1-1 (F)), to their reply 2-2. Killusty certainly made themselves and their families proud with their fine display and commitment, having already won the football title.

Team consisted of Kadien Power, Rowan Holohan, Ted Purcell, Gus O’Flynn, Zoe Thompson, Tristan Byrne, Kate Gaule, Charlie O’Flynn, Imogen

Social Dancing at Fethard Ballroom

Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday night, 29th June to the music of, ‘Liam Mannering’. 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.

Parish Church Lotto Draw

There was no jackpot winner in the Parish Lotto on Thursday, June 19, 2025. The numbers drawn were 12, 13, 19, and 23. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was Olivia Foran. This week’s Jackpot on Thursday, 26th June, will be €5,000.

GAA Sports Development Lotto

Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for 17th June, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 4, 11, 31 and 34. We had no Jackpot winner and no Match 3 winner. One lucky dip winner received €100. The next draw takes place on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, when the jackpot is €30,000.

Graveyard Mass at Presentation Convent

The last of this year’s Graveyard masses in June will take place at the Presentation Convent grounds on Friday, 27th June at 7.30pm.

Augustinian Pilgrimage to Knock

The Annual Augustinian Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine will take place on Saturday, 19th July. The Bus will leave Main Street at 8am sharp. Bus €25. Names to Michael Kenrick, Burke Street, Fethard. Tel: 087 6781450.

Precision Driving Lessons

Learn to drive in Fethard or Clonmel with Precision Driving Academy and approved driving instructor, James Ward. James can be contacted on Tel: 089 9682635 or email: info@precisiondrivingacademy.ie

Vincent Sheridan (centre), photographed with Fethard’s Dóirín Saurus and John Cooney, on one of his previous visits to the area. Vincent will give a talk on Arctic Explorer, Sir Henry Kellett, on Tuesday, 1st July at 7:30pm at Clonacody House, Fethard.

Lecture on Sir Henry Kellett, Arctic Explorer

Fethard Historical Society presents an illustrated lecture on Fethard man Vice Admiral Sir Henry Kellett, Arctic Explorer, by Vincent Sheridan, visual artist and occasional explorer, in The Marquee, Clonacody House, Fethard – Sir Henry Kellett’s ancestral home – on Tuesday July 1, 2025, at 7:30pm. Admission €20 with refreshments on arrival.

Join us on ‘Canada Day’ to celebrate the exploits of Fethard man, Vice Admiral Sir Henry Kellett, in the magnificent walled garden of Clonacody House, his ancestral home. Discover his links to the story of Arctic exploration, the location of his local burial place, and how his ship’s timbers ended up in the Oval Office at the White House, Washington DC, United States.

Trainer Joe Murphy and jockey Gary Carroll celebrate after winning the Coronation Stakes with Cercene on day four of Royal Ascot. Photograph: David Davies/PA

Photographed

the presentation of

Annual Carrick Municipal District’s Cathaoirleach Awards, held in

Wednesday, May 21, 2025, were, from left: Cllr Mark Fitzgerald, Pamela Swee-

Coen. Sub used was George O’Flynn. – Noel Byrne

Fethard Killusty U14 Girls GAA team who were silver medallists, after a tough game against Boherlahan / Dualla, in the Community Games County Final played at Fethard Town Park on Saturday, June 14. The medals were presented by Cllr. Declan Burgess, Cathaoirleach of Tipperary County Council. Also included is County Community Games Chairman Micheál Maher (right).

News from the Community

Two-Mile-Borris, Littleton Gerry Bowe

RECENT DEATHS

Nellie Fogarty (nee O’Dwyer), Main Street, Doon, Co. Limerick, formerly of Graigue, Moycarkey. Tim Thompson, Tullaher, Moyasta, Kilrush, Co. Clare/ Dublin. Date of death, 18th June.

BISHOP MARTIN HAYES

PLAQUE UNVEILING

A plaque to honour Bishop Martin Hayes (Bishop of Kilmore) appointment will be unveiled in the grounds of St. Kevin’s Church, Littleton on this Sunday, 29th June after 12 o’clock Mass.

Bishop Martin will be in attendance.

All are welcome to attend.

CEMETERY MASSES

Old Cemetery Moycarkey on this Saturday evening, 28th June at 6.30pm.

Littleton on this Sunday, 29th June at 12 noon.

Two Mile Borris on Sunday, 6th July at 10.30am

LATE ANDREW (PAUDIE)

BOILSON

The death occurred on Tuesday, 3rd June of Paudie Boilson, Kylenoe, Horse and Jockey, peacefully, after a long illness, in the wonderful care of the staff of Acorn Lodge Nursing Home, Cashel.

Predeceased by his brothers Jimmy, Thos, Martin and Willie, sisters Peggy, Kitty, Mary and Angela.

His remains were reposed at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home on Thursday, 5th June followed by removal to St. Peter in Chains Church, Moycarkey.

Requiem Mass the following day afollowed by burial in the Old Cemetery Moycarkey.

Deeply mourned by his sons Barry, Andrew and Edward and their mother Bernie, partner

Sologhead

ACE OF HEARTS DRAW

The €2,800 jackpot on offer on Monday night, 16th June, failed to produce an outright winner.

The following took the runners-up prizes, €50 to Sean Fitzgerald Raheen Lower, €25 each to James Lonergan Kyle, Martin Stapleton Ballylahiff, Anne Marie Stapleton c/o Ml Ryan (C) and Pat Ryan Newtown Pallasgreen.

The seller’s prize went to Kathleen Irwin.

The jackpot for last Monday night, 23rd June, was increased to €2,900.

Well done to all our winners and a big thank you to everyone who continues to support our weekly draw which plays a crucial role in the club developments.

ST NICHOLAS AFC

The winner of their weekly 50/50 fundraiser and €230 for Wednesday night, June 18, was

Anna, grandchildren, daughtersin-law Fionnuala and Sarah, sister Anne (Clarke, Canada), nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law Phil and Mary, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May he rest in peace.

LATE MARGARET (RITA) FANNING

The death occurred on Saturday, 7th June after a long illness of Margaret (Rita) Fanning (nee O’Connor ), Ballydavid, Littleton.

Predeceased by her parents Mary and Jack, brothers Michael and William, her nephew Eamon, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law.

Her remains were reposed at her residence on Monday, 9th June. Rita’s funeral cortege arrived at Our Lady and St. Kevin’s Church on the Tuesday morning for 11.30am requiem Mass. Burial took place in Ballymoreen Cemetery.

Deeply mourned by her husband Tod, sons Murt, John, Tom and Paddy, daughters Mary, Margaret, Bernie and Breda, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law John, Donal Michael and Jimmy, daughters in law Martina, Reidin, Alicia and Christine, brother John, sisters Josie and Moira, brother-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

May she rest in peace. ANNUAL BALLYMOREEN GRAVEYARD MASS

Despite a wet Sunday morning a large crowd came to Ballymoreen Graveyard for the annual mass.Thanks are due to our Parish Priest, Fr. Tom Fogarty who was assisted by Fr. George Bourke, A.P. and Fr. Joe Ryan on holiday from London. Fr. Tom thanked all

Buckley.

The free Christmas Draw entry for €1,000 went to Gemma Kirby of Kyle.

SOLOGHEAD GAA CLUB

In the first round of the West Junior B Hurling Championship this Sunday, June 29, Sologhead will go head to head with the Kickhams, throw-in is in Sologhead at 12noon.

Results and Fixtures Sunday, 29th June, West Junior B Hurling Championship First Round,

Sologhead v Knockavilla Kickhams, Sologhead 12 noon Sunday, 6th July, Junior B Hurling Championship, Round 2

Sologhead v Cashel KCs, Cashel 12 noon.(Note this game will surely be re-fixed given Tipps All Ireland Semi Final clash with Kilkenny at Croke Park.

SOLOGHEAD SUMMER

who have been working on a voluntary basis for the upkeep of the graveyard.

Grass cutting, strimmimg, weeding, painting, caring for the flower beds, flower arrangements as well as the recycling of plants, shrubs and waste material are done regularly.

He also thanked readers, sacristans, choir and those who collected the chairs and put umbrellas in place.

We are especially grateful to Tommy Healy for providing an excellent sound system and to Ger Neville from the Moycarkey Borris Band whose music brought consolation to those dealing with the loss of family members and friends.

Thanks to all who contributed generously to our collection which covers basic working expenses. Also to our local FAS/CE workers and management team for grass mowing and mulching and to all local families who keep their graves in excellent condition.

Our Committee is in ongoing contact with the Co.Council in the hope that a grant will be made available in 2026 to secure the rear wall of the Church which is in real danger of falling.We appreciate the help given by Tommy Healy who is the County Council overseer for the parish graveyards/ cemeteries.

Also very grateful to our local Mens Shed Group who helped forward a proposal for grant assistance to the National Heritage Council and to our local Councillor, Sean Ryan and County Council staff in the Council Heritage Department who have been helpful with this process.

Ballylooby/Castlegrace Development Lotto: Results of draw held on 17th June. No jackpot winner, lucky numbers drawn: 2,6,16 & 22.

Four lucky dips: John Fennessey, Pat O’Brien, Valerie Lonergan & Marian Sweeney: Next week’s jackpot €4,900

The club extend their thanks for your continued support. Tickets available at usual outlets & clubforce.com-Ballylooby/Castlegrace Gaa

VOLUNTEERS WANTED THIS WEEK!!!

Ballylooby Community Council are seeking volunteers to help strim the grass at Ballydrennan graveyard on this Thursday, 25th 25 at 7.30 pm.

PEERS STAND STRONG TOGETHER COMMUNITY COFFEE MORNING

SPORTS CAMP

Sologhead GAA Club in association with St. Nicholas’ FC and Sologhead LGFA will host a two day Summer Camp at Sologhead GAA Grounds on Thursday and Friday, 24th and 25th July, for 611 year olds.

The cost is €30 per child which is presently for club members only.

HORSE RACING

For all our horse racing enthusiasts you should note that we have an attractive up-coming three days mixed card meeting at Tipperary Races (Limerick Junction) commencing on Tuesday, 1st July, Wednesday, 2nd July (evening meeting) and finishing with Ladies Day on Thursday, 3rd July.

Good cards and hopefully good weather should all make for an enjoyable three days racing

Peers Standing Strong Together/ U Matter will hold a free Community Coffee Morning on Saturday, 27th June in St Paul’s Community Centre Clogheen. We welcome everyone to come along for a cuppa and a chat from 10 am to 12 pm.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Ballylooby Community Council Will hold their next session of Rambling House at 8pm in Ballylooby Community Hall on this

Friday, 27th June at 8pm in Ballylooby Community Hall

Schools winding down for their summer holidays. Exams are coming to an end and National Schools are finishing.

We wish all students safe andhappy holidays.

TINY-TOTS

Majella Morrissey is currently taking bookings for her Tiny-tots Preschool, Ballylooby commencing: September 2025 children 3 years and over ECCE approved.

For more details contact. Majella: 086 8835974.

MAN ON THE MOUNTAIN

We are really looking forward to our first all mens walking program, commenced last Friday Man on the Mountain, an 8 week program is for men of all ages. A chance to stretch the legs, clear the head, and enjoy the craic in the great outdoors.

Each week, we’ll head out on a different local route around the Galty Vee Valley.

GAA NEWS

Well done to our U11s, who played 3 great games in football and hurling this evening in Moyle Rovers against St Mary’s of Waterford and Two Fethard Teams.

All boys played fantastic, showing some great skill and determination even in these high temperatures.

Thanks to all the parents and supporters for their support as always

BALLYLOOBY/CASTLEGRACE CLUB APP

The Club App is now available to load on line from the App Store, firstly a big thank you to the 10 companies who have sponsored this app, we greatly appreciate your support.

The purpose of the app is to provide one platform for all services and information within the Club, we hope and feel this will be of benefit to everybody going forward.

We plan to officially launch and raise the profile of this app over the coming weeks, for now we’d encourage people to load the App and make use of its benefits

Congrats to James Galvin wins €81 in our first 50/50 draw SYMPATHY

Sympathy is extended to the family and relatives of Mrs Kathleen O’Donoghue, Cahir who passed away last week.

The funeral took place in St Mary’s Church Cahir followed by burial in adjoining cemetery.

The death occurred of Michael Rowe, Cork and late of Cahir who passed away recently. The funeral took place in Cork on Friday, 20th June.

May they rest in peace!

Our intermediate footballers went down to a 1-15 to 0-6 defeat to Golden Kilfeacle in the West final on Friday in New Inn.

GALTEE ROVERS ST.

PECAUN’S LOTTO

There was no jackpot winner in last week’s Bansha Kilmoyler

Sports Lotto draw. This week’s

is €23,750. Last week’s €20 lucky dip winners were: Ruth Delaney, Neddy Harris, Carlo Vettraino and Patrick Bourke. Seller’s prize €20: Tina Grace. Tickets, €2 each or 3 for €5, are available locally and online via Clubforce and Galtee Rovers social media pages.

The June 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.

Ballylooby/Duhill

Kathleen Moloney

Tommy Fitzgerald

Jason

Pictured are the Ballylooby/Castlegrace U11 team

GAA CLUB NEWS

GALTEE ROVERS ST.

PECAUN’S

jackpot

GALTEE ROVERS CLUB DRAW

News from the Community

Moyne/Templetuohy

TEMPLETUOHY BINGO

Continues each Thursday evening at 8.30pm. New higher prize money. Increase in book price. Thanks for all your support.

MOYNE ATHLETIC CLUB

National gold for the Girls U11 relay team of Annabelle Butler, Grace Cantwell, Aoibhinn Doyle, Poppy Shanahan, Daisy Lyons and Saoirse Dunphy and silver for Aisling Costigan and Caoimhe Quinlan were the standout results from the National U9-U12 Track and Field Championships in Tullamore last weekend.

Days 2 and 3 take place this weekend and best of luck to all our athletes competing.

Winner of Split the Bucket was

Amy Doran. Thanks to all. GAA, CAMOGIE, LGFA

The lotto jackpot will be €9,000 this week. The lucky dip winners last week were Brendan Phelan, Tossy Hamill, Mary Doherty, Mary Sweeney, Mary Grey and Marie Percy.

Well done to the Junior football team on their victory over JK Brackens and hard luck to the Intermediate football team on their loss to Moycarkey-Borris after extra time.

Cardiac screening takes place in Moyne Community Centre this Thursday. Donation buckets and a tap machine will be available with all funds going directly to the Dillon Quirke Foundation.

Gortnahoe/Glengoole

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, Glengoole on weekday evenings at 6pm, Saturday before 6pm Mass and Sunday 12 noon.

ANNUAL MASS

The annual cemetery mass in Aglish will be celbrated this Thursday night 26th June at 7.30pm.

RETIREMENT CELEBRATION

In recognition of Dr Eilis & Pat Maher, Marie Egan and Mary Fogarty and their 30 years of dedicated service to the community, a celebration will be held in St Kierans community hall, Johnstown on 5th July at 8.30pm. All are welcome, young and old.

Refreshment on the night and music by Sweet Freedom.

CEMETERY MASSES

The following dates has been set for the annual cemetery masses in the parish. All mass times will be at 7.30pm. Thursday 26th June, Aglish cemetery, Tuesday 8th July, Ballinalackin cemetery, Thursday 10th July, Good Shepherd cemetery, Thursday 31st July, Fennor cemetery & Tuesday 12th August, Boulick cemetery.

GORTNAHOE BINGO

Bingo will continue this Saturday evening at 4 pm with doors opening from 3 pm and will continue each Saturday evening at the same time.

Over €2,660 in prize money on offer including a special €500 game.

TUESDAY BRIDGE Bridge is being played each Tuesday night in Gortnahoe Hall at 7.30pm. If you would like to

This year’s Cúl Camp takes place from 21st-25th July and places are now open for booking – www.kellogsculcamps.gaa.ie/.

Well done to the U15 camogie team who reached the cup final in the regional Féile competition in Cork last weekend and narrowly lost out by a goal to near neighbours St. Anne’s.

The U12 camogie team now await their league final this weekend following an impressive nine from nine victories.

Ladies football teams, juvenile, junior and intermediate are busy training for their forthcoming championships as are the juvenile boys teams who will shortly begin their championship season.

join or find out more information please contact 089 434910

SPLIT THE POT

Congratulations to Sinead Dunne, who won €223 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.

For the month of June Split the Pot will be in support of Gortnahoe Playschool.

The draw takes place each Sunday at 12pm in Gortnahoe Hall. Your support would be appreciated.

BLOOD TRANSFUSION

ERVICE IN THURLES

Urgent need for blood donation in Thurles this week. From Monday 23rd to this Thursday 26th at The Dome, Semple Stadium. Open from 4.50 to 8.20pm.

Please call 1800 222 111 for appointment. New donors welcome.

GAA

Our Junior footballers were unlucky to go under to Clonmel Commercials on a scoreline of 2.15 to 4.11 in Ned Hall Park on Tuesday last.

Our Intermediate hurlers prepare to play Carrick Davin’s next Sunday evening in Clonmel at 7pm, your support is greatly appreciated.

KILSHEELAN UNITED/ SLIEVENAMON CELTIC

The U11s battled hard against Cahir FC on Wednesday last, great football on show in sunny Ballypatrick.

TSDL U12 Girls Division 1: Slievenamon Celtic FC 6-7 Kil-

lenaule Moyglass FC

TSDL Boys Premier: Peake Villa FC 0-2 Slievenamon Celtic FC 50/50 DRAW

Our next draw is on Wednesday July 2nd , don’t forget to play for a guaranteed Jackpot

As per our constitution we are accepting applications for management teams for our Youths and two junior teams. Application forms are on our social media platforms.

KILSHEELAN KILCASH CHURCH NOTES

Mass will be held in St. Marys, Kilsheelan church graveyard on Thurs 26th June at 7.30 pm

A collection for maintenance of

the graveyard will be taken up on the evening.

Deepest sympathies to our widespread Indian community on the loss of life on Air India flight 787-8 out of Ahmedabad who may have friends or relatives connected with this tragic accident. Incidentally this week is also the 40th anniversary of the loss of Air India flight 182 off our West with a loss of 329 lives and remembered every year on the anniversary at their beautiful memorial garden in Ahakista, west Cork which is the closest landfall to the tragedy, well worth a visit if you’re in the Bantry area. May they all rest in peace.

EMERALDS URLINGFORD & GRAINE LOTTO

June 16 prize fund was €5,800. Jackpot: €3,800.

Numbers drawn: 7, 16, 21, 23 , bonus number 15.

One ‘Match 3’ winner: Ben Lawless.

Five lucky dips of €20 each: Katie Doheny, James Leahy, William Campion, Breda Hickey, Norah Hickey.

Promoters prize: J. Holohan.

A further draw took place on Monday, 23rd June in the Clubrooms. Results next week.

MILL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Save the date: Family Fun Day on Sunday, August 17 from 1.30 to 4.30pm in aid of Counselling and Play Therapy services.

Services at Centre: Seniori Alert Alarms; clothes donations, youth club, counselling and play therapy; allotments; Cois Nore advice clinic.

For more information, contact the Centre on 056 8838466

URLINGFORD ARMS SPLIT

THE POT

June 22 winner of Split the Pot is Sarah Kavanagh who received €864. Congrats Sarah on behalf of Urlingford NS Parents’ Association. Tickets €2 on sale in partici-

pating businesses in town. Thanks to everyone for their support. Next week’s draw is for Urlingford Lawn Green Bowls. Please support.

GRAINE CARDS

Progressive 25 card game in Graine Hall every Wednesday night at 8pm sharp. All are welcome.

URLINGFORD NEWS

Anyone wishing to submit news items, club events, announcements etc can do so by emailing urlingfordnotes@gmail.com. If you have any photos you wish to include, please forward them to the email address.

Richard Dunne

Eibhlis Purcell

Valerie Carey

ABOVE: The Moyne AC Girls U11 4 x 100 metres Relay team won the national championship with a new best time of 59.33sec (Annabelle Butler, Grace Cantwell, Aoibhinn Doyle, Poppy Shanahan, Daisy Lyons and Saoirse Dunphy). BELOW: Moyne AC’s Caoimhe Quinlan & Aisling Costigan finished second in the National Girls U10 Long Jump Pairs Competition.

News from the Community

Thursday last

All slots were booked out. Thanks to Burncourt Community Council for use of the Hall. Thanks to Eamonn Ryan, Rhino Network Solutions for organising the IT requirements on the day.

Pictured above in Burncourt Community Hall were, from left: Amy

Keating Brian Borus and Breda Burke, Club Chairperson.

Burncourt

DRAMA WORKSHOP - SOME SPACES AVAILABLE

This is a call-out to Drama Groups and any adults interested in a Workshop hosted by Bernard Casey in Burncourt Community Hall on Saturday, June 28 from 4-5.30pm.

This is an opportunity to explore new acting techniques, new ways of expression and improvisation. Under the Comedian’s guidance there is sure to be a laugh along the way. Places are limited and must be booked in advance. €10 per person. Contact Breeda 0876967661

A NIGHT OF LAUGHTER ON SATURDAY

Fun - Friends - Food – at Burncourt on this Saturday, 28th June. Bernard Casey, Comedian with his “Cute Hoorism” Tour will take to the stage in Burncourt on Saturday as part of BCC’s Summer Programme. Tickets at €27 can be booked in advance.

Bring Your Own Bottle and Food will be available to buy on the night.

Bookings: 0872887615 and from Maureen Creed’s Shop.

DILLON QUIRKE FOUNDA-

STARS FOR THE FUTURE

FR SHEEHY’S GAA CLUB

The South Junior A hurling championship kicks off this weekend and we play Fethard in Clonmel on Saturday, 28th June at 7 pm. Best of luck to all.

Our development work is making great progress and we are hoping to complete the Astro pitch and ball wall shortly. A big thanks to all who have joined our subscription plan so far, it is much appreciated and you are making a massive contribution to the provision of local facilities. Check social media or contact a committee member for further details on how to join.

FR SHEEHY’S GAA LOTTO

The numbers drawn in our most recent lotto were 2, 21, 25 and 28. There was no jackpot winner. There were three ‘Match 3’ winners of €50 each) - Margaret O’Brien, Clogheen; Breda McGrath, Burncourt; Kevin Moloney online. Next week’s jackpot will be €7,200 and the draw will be held in The Market Stone, Clogheen.

Cappawhite GAA launch

Cappawhite GAA Club 5-Year Club Plan Launch and the official opening and blessing of the viewing stand, ball aall and walking track on this Sunday, 29th June at 6pm.

Preceded by Mass for deceased members on Sunday, 29th June at 12 noon.

Blessing of the Graves in July in - Ardfinnan, Ballymacarbry, Newcastel, Ballybacon,

Grange, Fourmilewater

The annual Blessings of the Graves in the Ardfinnan, Newcastle, Ballymacarbry, Fourmilewater Parish will commence in July. All Masses begin at 7pm in the churches with blessing of the graves afterwards.

Tuesday, 1st July Ardfinnan with blessing of the graves in St Finnans afterwards.

Wednesday, 2nd July Newcastle 6pm Blessing of graves New Mollough. 7pm Mass and blessing of graves in church graveyard. 8pm blessing of the graves in the Old graveyard. Refreshments served in community hall afterwards.

Monday, 7th July, Ballybacon. Refreshments served in the Sacristy afterwards.

Tuesday, 8th July, Grange blessing of the church graves, followed by blessing in the New Cemetery. Refreshments served in the Hall afterwards.

Wednesday, 16th July, Fourmilewater, 6pm blessing of graves in Kilronan Cemetery, 7pm Mass and blessing of graves in Cemetery. Refreshments served in Ballymacrbry Community Hall afterwards.

RECENT DEATH

Our sincere sympathy is extended to the family of the late Tom Corbett, Upper Croan, Newcastle, who passed away recently. Burial took place in Mullough New Cemetery. Rest in peace.

Naoinra Chaisleán Nua

TION - BRIAN BORUS

Brian Borus Camogie Club last Thursday welcomed Advanced Medical Services to facilitate (My Club Screening) on behalf of the Dillion Quirke Foundation in Burncourt Community Hall. This was a wonderful opportunity for the young Brian Boru players to be screened. All slots were booked out.

Thanks to Burncourt Community Council for the use of the hall. Thanks to Eamonn Ryan Rhino Network Solutions for organising the IT requirements on the day. (See photo above).

‘AS IT WAS AT THE LODGE’JULY 26 & 27

“As It Was at the Lodge” a reimagining of the Victorian era 1837-1901 as lived at Mountain Lodge, Glengarra.

This will include a “Visit from a Viscountess” - facilitated by Melissa Shiels with the fashions, activities and etiquette of a Victorian Lady as that of the owners and sometime inhabitants Ladies Beatrice and Constance Butler. There will be a session on Food by Galty Valley with the Preparation and Presentation of the fare and cuisine of the era.

The leisure time of the era will

be addressed with Artistic Pursuits such as Plein Air with Deirdre Dunne.

Further creativity will be available such as Willow Weaving with Eileen Feely, Floral Arranging with Glengarra Flower & Garden using the Natural foliage of Glengarra Wood.

Demonstrations on Butter Churning and Wool Spinning will also be part of the activities.

Refreshments and cakes will of course be on offer on both days. Everyone welcome to Mountain Lodge between 9.30-5pm on both days, free shuttle bus from Glengarra Wood carpark.

Some events are ticketed and these can be purchased on www. eventbrite.com (plus booking fee) or contact Breeda on 087 6967661 and 086 159 7719 (no booking fee).

All updates will be posted on Glengarra Mountain Lodge social media.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

“Here, on the pulse of this new day You may have the grace to look up and out and into your sister’s eyes, and into Your brother’s face, your country and say simply With Hope, Good Morning”.

- Maya Angelou

CONDOLENCES

Sympathy is extended to Kevin Dwan, and the Dwan family Newtown House, on the death of his brother Liam Castlequarter, Coosan, Athlone and formerly Newtown House Holycross. May he rest in peace.

CEMETERY MASS

The cemetery Mass for St. Michael’s Graveyard and St. Mary’s Graveyard will take place on Tuesday, 15th July at 7.30pm in St Michael’s Graveyard, Holycross.

HOLYCROSS MARKET

The next Holycross Village Market arket will take place this Saturday, 28th June, from 12 noon to 3pm, in aid of Barnardos. Nore Valley Pet Farm will be in attendance with a wide range of petting animals to keep the kids entertained for the day whilst the parents explore the wide range of homemade products available. All funds raised on the day go to a very worthy charity Barnardos.

The board of Management and Managers of the Naoinra wish to thank everyone who kindly sponsored Helen McGrath in her recent participation in the Women’s Mini Marathon in Dublin recently. A sum of €2.720.30 was raised. The recent extension to the

Naoinra has been a costly effort, which is a very valuable asset to our community and surrounding areas.

An Naionra is a community owned childcare facility which is also a registered charity.

HOME PRODUCE SALE

An Naiornra Chaisleán Nua are organising a home produce sale on Sunday, 13th July in the community hall Newcastle. A family fun day out with local produce, Music, and much more. If anyone would like to have a stall please contact Helen on 0872405061.

COMMUNITY ALERT

If you wish to join Oola Community Alert Please contact 087 6634547 or you can request a form via email from oolacommunityalert@gmail.com.

COMMUNITY CENTRE

Bingo Bingo every Tuesday night at 8 o’clock sharp. All are welcome.

Cards Progressive 45 Drive Thursday nights at 8 o’clock sharp. All are welcome.

Results from Thursday, 19th June: 1st prize, Nonie Lonergan & Liz Barrord, 2nd prize, Larry Ryan & Lil Bargary, Dinny Morressey & Ger Beary.

Table Prizes, John Long & Davy Homes, Sharron Kavanagh & Tony Breheny.

OOLA YOUTH CLUB

Junior Club 5 - 6.30 pm.

Senior Club 6.30 - 8 pm.

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 lead-

er please contact Donna Quinlan, at oolayouthclub@yahoo.com. or WhatsApp 085 8762908

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

TFI LOCAL LINK BUS Oola to Tipperary

Why not hop on TFI Local Link Tipperarys DRT(door-todoor) service from Oola & Solohead area to Tipp town Tuesdays & Thursdays? Areas covered are Cullen, Ballinard, Oola, Solohead, Monard, Limerick Junction, Sarsfileds, Soloheadbeg & Donohill. Call us in the office on 0526166140 and we will be happy to chat.

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

Newcastle

Miriam O’Shea

OOLA

Donna Quinlan

Breeda Fitzgerald

On

Brian Boru’s Camogie Club, Clogheen, welcomed Advanced Medical Services to facilitate (My Club Screening) on behalf of the Dillion Quirke Foundation in Burncourt Community Hall. This was a wonderful opportunity for our players to get screened.

Coffey Club Secretary, Mags

LEFT, Mary Kate Devane & Izzy Fogarty, Dundrum AC, and RIGHT, Sean Fitzgerald, Dundrum AC at the Munster Juvenile B Championships at Templemore on Saturday 21st June.

News from the Community

New Inn

CEMETERY MASSES

Remembering our loved one

The annual masses are as follows:

LAGGANSTOWN this evening, Wednesday, 25th June, celebrated by Fr Mattie McGrath, NEW INN on Wednesday, 2nd July, LOUGHKENT on Wednesday, 9th July, KNOCKGRAFFON on Wednesday, 23rd July.

All these masses are at 7.30pm, weather permitting, otherwise at the nearest Church. All are welcome.

SUMMER CUL CAMP

Rockwell Rovers Cul camp will be held on the week of 11th to 15th August.

Booking is now open on the link here: https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/ CASHEL DAY CARE CENTRE

FUNDRAISING CONCERT

The Cashel Day Care Centre Fudraising Concert will be held in Brú Ború Theatre, Cashel is on this Thursday, 26th June featuring Louise Morrissey and Des Wiloughby.

Tickets are now on sale from the Day Care Centre on 062 63288 or Brú Ború on 062 61122 or from Geraldine on 086 8153275.

Tickets €25, doors open at 7.30pm, show at 8pm. MC is Jimmy O’Farrell, also raffle on the night. Please support.

25 CARD DRIVE, OLD KNOCKGRAFFON SCHOOL

Winners at the cards last Wednesday evening were brothers Billy / Vincent Phelan with 12 games and in joint second place were Liam Harty / John Cooney and Willie Crosse / Pat O’Rourke with 9 games each. Table prizes to Patsy Hartigan / Jim Whelan and Paddy Freaney/ Margaret Quinlan. Well done all. We had over 9 tables which is great to see especially over the summer. Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome. Tea & refreshments.

GOLF CLASSIC

Rockwell Rovers GAA Golf Classic in memory of Willie Flynn (Snr) will be held on Friday, 11th July and Saturday, 12th July in Cahir Park Golf Club.

If interested in entering a team, sponsoring a tee box, green, silver or gold sponsorship, you can contact Cormac on 087 3744965, Willie on 086 1239567, Alan on 0860822489, Adrian on 086 8599010 or any member of Rockwell Rovers, LGFA, The Camogie Club needs and appreciates your support!

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT

“Are you struggling to cope with the loss of a loved one?” Our support group provides a safe and welcoming space for you to meet and connect with people in similar circumstances.

Remember - You are not alone!

* THIS EVENING* Bicentenary Mass at Lagganstown Graveyard

Join us in celebrating 200 years of Lagganstown Graveyard this evening, Wednesday, 25th June at 7:30pm.

This special Mass commemorates the years 1825 - 2025, and we warmly welcome everyone to be part of this significant occasion. Let’s come together to honour our history and community! Please note in case of inclement weather, the Mass will be held at Knockgraffon Church.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Meetings will take place bi-weekly on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 8.30pm. For more info contact Pauline on 087 1374226 or email sothtipphospice@hotmail.com

TIPPERARY HOSTS GAA

PALESTINE TOUR

A Celebration of Sport and Solidarity

Table Quiz Fundraiser on Friday, 4th July at 8pm at Revel The Ragg, Tipperary

Join us on 22nd and 23rd July as Tipperary welcomes 33 children and 17 coaches from the West Bank for a unique cultural exchange.

Tuesday, 22nd July: 3pm: Arrival at Hayes’ Hotel, Thurles, 4pm: Tour of Lár na Páirce GAA Museum, 5pm: Semple Stadium tour with inter-county players, 6pm: Minigames at Dr. Morris Park (public welcome!), 7.30pm: Refreshments and Twinning Ceremony at Sarsfields Centre

Wednesday, 23rd July: Visit to the Rock of Cashel with the Cashel for Palestine Solidarity Group. Community Support : Local groups invite everyone to show solidarity during this visit. Let’s make this a memorable celebration of Gaelic Games for all!

NEW LEADERSHIP AT NEW INN COMMUNITY CENTRE

The New Inn Community Centre committee welcomes its new officers for the year ahead. Breda O’Donnell takes on the role of Chairperson, Fiona Guthrie steps in as Secretary, Esther Boland is Treasurer, and Amy Quirke joins as Public Relations Officer. The committee extends heartfelt thanks to Kay Lonergan, who retired this year after many years as Treasurer, and to John Landy, the long-standing Chairperson who also stepped down. Both members step down from officers but remain as truly valued members of the committee. The

Sandra English

committee is made up currently of Seán Looby, Eileen Hally, Paddy O’Connor, PJ Boland, Pat O’Brien, John Landy and Kay Lonergan.

The committee is always looking for new members to come along with ideas and a helping hand. Feel free to come along to our meetings.

The team is looking forward to a busy and exciting year serving the community. Stay connected with us on Facebook @NewInnCommunityCentre and Instagram @newinncommunitycentre and the New Inn Community Centre website on https://newinncommunitycentre.com/

CHEQUE PRESENTATION

On Wednesday, 18th June Isobel (Moore) Lynch of Belle Beauty, Knockgraffon, presented a cheque for €1700 to Knockgraffon Old School Committee following her recent Beauty & Wellness Soiree fundraiser, which saw 50 ladies attend to raise funds for the upkeep of the school.

The committee have put the funds to excellent use and have purchased an outdoor AED Defibrillator for the school.

Since its closure in 1992Knockgraffon Old school plays host weekly to many groups who hire it, and the committee are delighted to have a Defibrillator on site in the case of an emergency within the locality.

Thanking the committee for their continued work in keeping the doors open, Beauty Therapist Isobel, a former student at the old school, was delighted with the local support and huge turnout for the fundraiser back in March. She also thanked those who supported the fundraiser in many ways, including those who sponsored the refreshments and raffle prizes.

COMMUNITY GAMES

We had a great day out on Sunday June 15 in Clonmel for the Athletics County Finals. Our team was absolutely fantastic across all events. Congratulations to Billy Heaney on winning gold in the u12 200m. We wish Billy the very best of luck as he progresses to nationals.

Special thanks to our coaches Fr. Bobby Fletcher and David Somerville who took the time to train each competitor over the last 10 weeks.

LETTER

TO PEOPLE OF PARISH

OF

NEW INN AND KNOCKGRAFFON

12 June 2025

Dear Parishioners, Tipperary County Council is reaching out to you, the people of the parish of New Inn and Knockgraffon, concerning the provision of a new burial ground for your parish.

Billy Heaney who won gold in U12, 200m at the Community Games recently. He now goes on to represent New Inn / Knockgraffon parish at the nationals. Congratulations Billy

As you know, the graveyard at New Inn Church has little or no capacity for new grave spaces. This has been a concern for some time and Tipperary County Council has been actively exploring potential sites within the proximity of New Inn for the provision of a new burial ground. Unfortunately, to date, Tipperary County Council has not secured a suitable site for various reasons.

A suitable site has to satisfy the following criteria: (a) the suitability of the site, i.e. soil suitability, ground water levels, rock level, etc; (b) the susceptibility of the site to flooding; (c) archaeological constraints; (d)access, egress

and car parking ; and (e) planning compliance with the Council’s County Development Plan.

Tipperary County Council is currently seeking expressions of interest from landowners within close proximity of New Inn, who would be willing to dispose of some land, with a view to developing a burial ground.

If a landowner is interested and wishes to explore this possibility, please contact the parish office or the Environment and Climate Action Section of Tipperary County Council directly at 052-6166406. In the meantime, in an effort to alleviate the current capacity issue, the Council is making an appeal to those who may have pre-purchased double/ single graves in the past to consider surrendering graves that are unlikely to be used.

ficer, Environment and Climate Action,

Signed; Michael Moroney, Senior Executive Of-

Tipperary County Council

Pictured here some members of the Knockgraffon Old School committee. From left to right: Bernie Farrell, Sandra English, Margaret O’Gorman, Donal O’Dwyer and Cathy O’Gorman being presented with a cheque from Isobel Lynch from funds raised at a recent Beauty & Wellness soiree. Well done Isobel and all involved. (See notes on this page).

The New Inn Community Centre Committee for 2025. Back row from left: Paddy O’Connor, Pat O’Brien, Sean Looby, PJ Boland, John Landy. Seated from left: Esther Boland, Kay Lonergan, Breda O’Donnell, Eileen Hally, Amy Quirke and FIona Guthrie. (See notes on this page).

DAVE FOGARTY 4 MILE ROAD RACE 2025

The annual Dave Fogarty 4 Mile Road Race took place in Thurles on Thursday evening 19th June. It is hosted by Thurles Croke’s Athletic Club. It was an extremely warm sunny evening. There was a field of 124 runners and we had 8 from the club take part.

First back for the club and continuing her fine winning form was Dymphna Ryan who was 1st woman and 5th place overall in a fantastic time of 23.18.

Dymphna was presented with the Gillian Ryan Memorial Cup, her second time in three years winning the cup. Congratulations Dymphna.

Well done also to the following club members who also ran. Brilliant times and running by everyone:

Paudie Coen 26.00, Michael Moore 28.03, Emily Leahy 28.17, Shane White 28.46, Denise Compton 30.23, Declan Hogan 40.51 and John Barry 33.07.

ST MICHAEL’S N.S

HOLYCROSS 5K COLOUR FUN RUN

Some of our juvenile & adult club members headed over to Holycross on Friday evening 20th June for a 5K colour fun run that was ran by the local National School. There was plenty of entertainment with a live DJ, face painting and games before the run.

SC Catering, The Runner Bean

week in SPORT

DUNDRUM ATHLETICS CLUB

Coffee Box & Lavita Ice Cream were all on-site providing refreshments after the run.

Well done to all involved in the organisation of a brilliant event. Everyone had a fun time.

WATERFORD VIKING MARATHON

The annual Waterford Viking Marathon in its 13th year was held on Sunday 22nd June. It consisted of a full marathon, a half marathon, a 10k and a new disability friendly run. There were over 4,500 participants taking part in the various distances. The weather was humid but not too hot and it was a little windy. The route was hilly to start but levelled out on the greenway.

We had two club members travel to the Deise to run in the half marathon distance.

Linda Grogan earned herself a podium position coming in 2nd woman in a time of 1.31 and in 7th place was Tish Ryan in a time of 1.34.

Congratulations to both ladies.

MUNSTER JUVENILE B CHAMPIONSHIPS

We had a number of juveniles in action over last weekend with the Munster juvenile B championships taking place in Templemore on Saturday 21st June where we had thirteen competitors. Mary Kate Devane and Izzy Fogarty both competed very well in the 300m where Izzy was 4th and Mary Kate 6th both also competed in the turbo javelin. In the U10

age group Lucy Bourke finished 9th in the 500m and 7th in the turbo javelin. Emma Fitzgerald was 14th in the long jump and 10th in the turbo javelin. Sean Creighton was 9th in the long jump and qualified for the final of the 60m and finished 8th. Sean Fitzgerald competed U11 and also made the final of the 60m where he finished 6th he also finished 7th in the long jump. We had three girls competing U12 Beau Bourke had a great win in the long jump taking gold with a fine jump of 4m. Shona Ryan was 16th in the long jump. Both also competed in the heats of the 60m. Lara Fahey competed in the 600m and she was 11th and the Turbo javelin where she was 6th. In the U13 girls Ellen Maher had a fine run to be 5th in 1:55. Julie Morrissey just missed out on a medal in the Long jump finishing 4th in a PB of 3:95. She also competed in the 60m. We had good success in the U15 boys with Albert Maher winning gold in the 800m in a good time of 2:14. Cian Fahey won the bronze in the 800m and won gold in the Long Jump. Well done to all.

ALL IRELAND PAIRS FINALS

All Ireland pairs finals in Tullamore on Sunday 22nd June where we had two U11 boys David DeBurca and Harry Creedon competing in the 60m having qualified by winning the bronze medals in the munster equivalent. The two boys were very competitive but finished outside the medals.

Magic Mike reigns in County Strokeplay Pitch & Putt C’ships

Last Sunday week saw the crème de la crème of Tipperary Pitch & Putters descend on Hillview Sports Club, Clonmel for the Pitch & Putt County Strokeplay. Serious contenders from North and South Tipperary dreamed of lifting the coveted trophies in their various grades.

Larkspur Park was represented in all grades which was wonderful to see – Ladies, Gents (Senior, Intermediate and Junior) and given the competition that was there from clubs such as Riverdale in Nenagh, local players in Hillview, Tipperary Hills in Tipperary Town and Lakeside in Templemore – for our own Cashel man – Mickey McGrath – to reign victorious in the Intermediate Gents Grade was no mean feat.

The Intermediate Grade, let alone in our county - nationwide is one of the toughest grades to win given the number of players that play within that handicap range, not to mention some senior players coming back into the Inter grade – this competition was the one to win. And Mickey did, and did it in style. With 36 players in Mickey’s grade alone – it was an exhibition of pitch and putt to see him sink putt after putt as he headed to the 36th hole. Mickey did -8 under for his 36 holes – followed by -2 under in his Final 18, giving him an unbelievable tally of -10 under. Everyone in Larkspur Park, Cashel is very proud of this magical achievement – and it is wonderful to have such calibre, and character, representing the Cashel club.

Overall it was a great day for Larkspur Park with some fantastic placings in various grades, so well done all. We thank Hillview for their course and hospitality on the day.

Mickey McGrath, County Intermediate Strokeplay Champion 2025 with John Fitzgerald, Gents Captain, Hillview Sports Club (Clonmel) and Seamus O’Doherty, President, Hillview Sports Club (Clonmel).

Dundrum AC juveniles at St Michael’s NS 5k Colour Fun Run in Holycross on Friday 20th June. From left to right: Ellen Maher, Bella Curling, Isabelle Hartnett, Lauren Browne & Abbie Bourke.

Dundrum AC Juvenile & Adult members at St Michael’s National Schol Colour Fun Run on Friday, 20th June.

Cian Fahey & Albert Maher Dundrum AC at the Munster Juvenile B Championships in Templemore on Saturday 21st June

Dymphna Ryan, Dundrum AC, 1st woman and 5th place overall receiving the Gillian Ryan Memorial Cup from Amelia & Conor Ryan in Thurles at the Dave Fogarty 4 Mile Race on 19th June.

MENS NOTES

There is a slight change to scheduled competitions for the coming few weeks, primarily due to the on-going drainage works.

1. As the 18th will only be available from next weekend (28th June) as a Par 3, the Bulmer’s Singles will be made available this weekend on both Saturday and Sunday to allow every opportunity for members to play in it.

2. The Clonmel Oil sponsored competition due to be played this coming weekend will be deferred, and a Club Fourball will be played in its place (subject to entries).

3. The HUB 12 Hole competition will be played on Monday and Tuesday next over holes 1-3, 10-18. For Wednesday, Thursday and Friday next it will change to holes 1-12. Vouchers will be awarded in both situations (subject to a minimum of 25 entries for each course set up).

JUNIOR NOTES

We played our first player of the year competition last Monday the Fr Tom Smith cup and it was won by Jack Duggan with a great score of 35 pts over the 14 Holes played, we continue on with P.O.Y events on Monday with the professional prize to juniors kindly sponsored by club professional Dylan and on Friday next the 27th our inter club team are in action in the area qualifier in Mitchelstown so CLONMEL SENIORS

The next outing takes place on this Thursday 26th June – Draws from 9.50 am to 11.30am.

All Seniors most welcome.

CLUB LOTTO

Sponsored by Europlan Group

Lotto draw took place on Saturday 21st June with a Jackpot of €5,900.

Numbers drawn: 9-14-18-22.

No Jackpot winner. One ‘Match -3 winner’: Barry Lawler. Next Draw takes place on Saturday, 28th June..

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

Membership falls due for renewal on 1st April each year and payment is due by 30th April 2025 to remain as a valid member of Clonmel Golf Club. Please ensure that your subscription is paid up and contact Aine on 052-6124050 for renewals.

Offer available for new members 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

Competition Results: Lady Captain’s Charity Day:- 1st: Sinead Corbett /Fiona Maher / Edel Mulcahy - Nett 50 2nd: Margaret Renehan /Breda Hogan/ Betty Lonergan - Nett 53 C/B 3rd: Marion O’Neill /Fionnuala McGeever /Marian Power - Nett 53 4th: Marian Hanrahan /Margaret O’Riordan /Breda Foley - Nett 55

The Lady Captain’s Charity Day in aid of South Tipperary Hospice was a great success and the weather was in our favour as the sun shone brightly all day.

Thanks to all who played, bought raffle tickets or gave a donation. A special thanks also to our sponsors. Your generosity and support is greatly appreciated.

Saturday 14th June – 9 Hole Club Singles Stableford: Winner: Helena Wade (18) 21pts. FIXTURES

Saturday 21st & Wednesday 25th June: Skin HQ Strokeplay MEDAL – (Holes 1-17)

Saturday 28th & Wednesday 2nd July: Panda Carpets Stableford POY – (Holes 1-17)

Note: The 18th hole will operate as a temporary Par 3 due to drainage works, It will not form part of our competition. The Club 9-hole Singles Stableford is also available to play on both Saturdays 21st and 28th June (Holes 1-9).

This week, The Hub 12 Hole competition will be played on Monday and Tuesday over Holes 1-3 & 10-18. For Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, it will change to Holes 1-12.

The Donoughmore Cup drawsheet and terms are posted in the clubhouse with the first round to take place by 18th July. Thanks to our sponsor Gwen Walshe DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:

Our next Open Day sponsored by Eldon’s Bar takes place on Wednesday 16th July. Format is a 3-ball Scramble and BRS is currently open to book.

The Eileen Murphy Perpetual Trophy GREENSOMES Qualifier will run from Saturday 12th to Friday 18th July.

Lady Captain’s Day: Saturday 26th July.

Lady Vice Captain’s rescheduled dates: Saturday 13th and Wednesday 17th September.

Lady Captain’s Charity Day: Raffle Results 1st: Eta Barry Walsh 2nd: Thomas Power 3rd: Bobbi Holohan 4th: Dylan Burke & Gareth Saunders

NEW MEMBERS

Clonmel Golf Club warmly welcomes new Lady Members. We are offering golf lessons on Thursday evenings 6.30 to 7.30 pm along with special membership for new golfers. More information please contact Dylan Burke, Club PGA Professional on 085-8141438 or email dylan@dylanburkegolf.com

Tipperary

RESULTS

18H S/F Blue Tees Geaney

O’Neill Machinery 21/06/25

1st Anthony O’Donnell (PH 5)

41 pts; 2nd Paddy Kiely (PH 21)

39 pts; Gross David Walsh (PH 4)

33 pts; 3rd Pat Nolan (PH 9) 37

pts c/b

Open Qualifier 18 Hole Stableford White Tees – Ladies & Gents

19/06/25

1st Kevin Barry (PH 10) 38

pts c/b; 2nd Martin O’Sullivan (PH 18) 34 pts

18H S/F White Tees 21/06/25

1st David Whelan (PH 12) 37

Midweek 9 Hole Stableford

White Tees 17/06/25

1st Brian Cashin (PH 6) 21 pts c/b; 2nd Naois Cashin (PH 7) 20 pts; 3rd Paul Corcoran (PH 11) 19 pts c/b

Weekend 9 Hole Stableford W/ Ts 21/06/25

1st Conor Hogan (PH 11) 23 pts; 2nd Colin Cronin (PH 8) 21 pts

Ladies 9 Hole Stableford 18/06/25

1st K.V. O’Donnell (PH 17) 21 pts c/b

Ladies 18

The Clonmel Golf Club Mixed Foursomes Inter Club team who defeated Tipperary Golf Club in Clonmel at the weekend. From left to right: Maura Lyons and Mick O’Connor, Team Managers. Team: Eta Barry Walsh, Paul Wynne, Helen O’Donoghue, Adrian Johnson, Grace Buckley, Robbie Walsh, Roisin Quinlivan and Donal Foley.

The presentation for the O’Gorman’s Life Pharmacy competition at Clonmel Golf Club. Left Geraldine O’Gorman (sponsor) presenting the winning prize to Sinead Corbett.

At the presentation of prizes at Clonmel Golf Club for the recent John Kennedy Motors sponsored competition were from left to right: Betty Lonergan, Ann Boyle, Deirdre Daly, John Kenendy (sponsor) and Elaine Winston, Lady Captain.

Pictured is the Templemore Golf Club, Boyne Trophy Competition home Team. From left to right: Margie Costigian, Mary Fitzpatrick, Mary Hayes and Josie Bourke.

LADIES GOLF

Winner: Roisin Mad-

(36) 35pts; Runner Up: Mary

(27) 34pts

Winner: Aisling Kiely (25) 71 Nett; Runner Up: Deirdre Hayes (16) 74 Nett; gross: Aoife Lowry (1) 85; Third: Mary Riordan (15) 75 Nett.

Tipperary Credit Union.

County Tipperary

3 T’S COMPETITION

Following the win by Fergal Hickey in the Men’s 3 T’s Competition over the weekend with 40pts, we can now confirm that Co. Tipperary Golf & Country Club will be represented in the final of the 3 T’s Golf Tournament by Carmel Lowth, Fergal Hickey, Captain Danny O’Dwyer, and Lady Captain Marie Graves. The final will take place in late September in the K Club or Mt. Juliet. We wish them the very best on the day.

LADIES GOLF

Our Tuesday morning golf was a singles competition and was jointly won by Elizabeth Hayes and Amy O’Sullivan and the Lucky dip was Rosemary Shanahan.

Our 9-hole Qualifier June 17th was won by 1st Elizabeth Hayes (36) 22pts. 2nd Amy O ‘Sullivan (32.6) 21 pts and Gross Joanne Horgan (12.6) 10 gross.

Our 18-hole Stableford June 15th & 18th was won by 1st Marie Horgan (18.5) 35pts, 2nd Kitty Byrne (35.6) 35pts. Gross Frances Boyle (13.0) 23 gross pts.

Our Thursday evening Golf was a Champagne Scramble with a coloured ball a fun twist to our golf game. The winning teams were Caroline O’Dwyer, Lady Captain Marie Graves, Sheena Ryan and Mary Hickey. 2nd Mags O’Riordan, Kitty Byrne, Libby Ryan and Cora Morrisey.

The Minor Foursomes were out last Sunday June 22nd in Dundrum against Monkstown Cork. The pairings were Jacinta

Co. Tipperary Golf & Country Club Ladies Minor Foursomes team who played Monkstown Golf Club in Dundrum on Sunday. Front row L to R : Laura Hickey, Lady Captain Marie Graves, Jacinta Coman. Middle row L to R : Judy Hayes, Caroline O’Dwyer, Geraldine Ryan, Rosemary Shanahan, Mary O’Donnell. Back row L to R: Mary Hickey, Niamh Chadwick, Elizabeth Hayes.

Coman & Elizabeth Hayes. Niamh Chadwick & Laura Hickey, Marie Graves & Geraldine Ryan, and Caroline O’Dwyer & Rosamary Shanahan. Subs Judy Hayes & Mary O’ Donnell. Unfortunately, it was not our day, every pair fought their match well and there was a playoff but regrettable Monkstown won on the 2nd hole of the play off. Thanks to Mary Hickey and Judy Hayes for managing the team.

LADIES GOLF THIS WEEK

Cahir Park

LADIES GOLF

Results

Ladies 3 Ball Open Day Thursday 19th June.

Thursday was an ideal day for the Ladies Open Day. The Weather was sunny and warm and the everyone was in great spirits. Thanks to the home players and visitors who participated and made the day so successful.

Many thanks to Gihan Eatery at Cahir Park Golf Club who served up amazing food.

The winners were - Anne Fahy/Margaret Gill/Marie Devitt with 75 points

Second - Catherine Coyne/Marie Walsh/Brid O’Mahoney with 72 points.

Third - Rosemary O’Donnell/ Brid Delahanty/Kitty Byrne. With 71 points.

Ladies 9 Hole Stableford Monday 16th June

Winner, Marie Reidy (PH 16) with 17 pts; 2nd, Kathleen Noonan (PH 12) with 16 pts.

Senior Ladies 12 Hole Scramble

Tuesday 17th June

The winners with 58 points were Elanor Carroll, Gabrielle Schofield and Breda Delahunty. Congratulations to all winners.

Ladies Committee Prize 18 Hole Stapleford Thursday 12h June 2025

The winner was Caitlin Fitzgerald (Hcp 14) with 36 Points.

Second was Shula McCarthy (Hcp 19) with 36 Points.

Third was Miriam Halley (Hcp 17) with 35 Points.

Congratulations to Anne Walsh who won John and Breda Ryan Ladies Memorial Trophy recently. She was presented with her prize last weekend.

Find the Golf Ball

The latest draw took place on Saturday 21st of June. Michael Burkes card was picked out but the Find the Golf Ball card wasn’t turned but Michael still wins €20. Many thanks to all who support the draw.

MENS GOLF

ABP - Taylormade Summer Se-

Perpetual Cup 18hole medal competition June 22 & 25th. 9-hole Qualifier Thursday June 26th. Next Sunday June 29th sees the club with a new competition called Australian Spoons. It is a team of two and you play every second shot. Start picking your partner and put your name on the BRS.

Best of Luck to our Revive active team who are out next Saturday June 28th against Templemore. Three teams out in Dundrum and

two teams out in Templemore and the managers are Michele Crowe and Geraldine Ryan. MEN’S GOLF

Midweek 9 Hole Competition: In 1st place Colm Taylor with 21pts, in 2nd place David Downey with 20pts, and gross winner was Adam Buckley with 18pts.

Competitions for the coming week will be a Midweek 9 Hole competition which will be stableford off the white markers. Next weekend’s 18 Hole Competition will also be stableford off the white markers.

PIERCE PURCELL TEAM

Hard luck to our Pierce Purcell team who were defeated by Thurles in Dundrum in a very close encounter which was decided on a playoff hole. The players were: Joe Murray & Jimmy Heffernan, Hugh Hennessy & LJ Ryan, Captain Danny O’Dwyer & Robert O’Brien, and Ed Tobin & Shane Farrell. The team was managed by Vice-Captain Colm Taylor.

Best of luck to our Vincent Nevin team who are playing Thurles in Thurles this Wednesday evening

at 4pm, and also to our Senior Cup team who are playing against Thurles in Lee Valley Golf Club next Saturday morning at 8.45am. SENIORS GOLF

Results of this weeks 15 hole champagne scramble: 1st place was John Grogan, Sean Crosse Billy Maher, and Liam Treacy with 84pts. In 2nd place Gerry Maher, Pat Ryan (Golden), and Noel Gleeson with 83pts (back 6). In 3rd place Tommy Moloney, John Ryan (Con), and Tom O’Donnell with 84pts.

ries 18th June

Cat 1 Seamus Marnane (6) 34pts

Cat 2 Euan Phelan (11) 34pts

Cat 3 Robbie Halley (21) 40pts

Cat 4 Paul Ryan Jnr (23) 40pts

Vice Captain’s Prize - 19th June

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The vice Captain Paul Murray’s prize was contested last weekend and attracted a large number of players.

The four category winners were Jody Cunningham, Vincent Bradshaw, Liam Butler and Dermot O’Brien.

The Junior prize was won by Darragh Moloney and the Visitor’s Prize by Ger Lotty from Cobh GC. Congratulations to all our winners and to Paul on a great weekend.

Club Matchplay

All matchplays are well underway and we encourage all participants to be mindful of the deadlines in place for each round. Some pairs in the mixed foursomes must play two matches be-

fore the end of June and on that basis we urge you to have your matches completed by 30th June. Extensions are not permitted.

JUNIOR GOLF Congratulations to our Junior

Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club, some of the winners of our recent Club Classic. Standing from left to right: Isobel Hayes, Paul O’Connor, John Ryan (Con), Club Captain Danny O’Dwyer, Teddy Kennedy (winning team Templemore), Libby Ryan & Seamus Kennedy (winning team Templemore). Seated: President Jenny Lawrence, Annette Hunt, Matt Ryan (representing ODS Dundrum, our main sponsor of the Club Classic), Kathleen O’Neill & Marie O’Connor.

Irish Foursomes team on their fantastic win in Round 3 today against Waterford Castle! The team now advances to the East Munster Semi-Final in August — a great achievement!

With that victory behind them, the team now shifts their focus to Round 3 of the Fred Daly Tournament and the upcoming Interclub Competition. Best of luck to all involved!

Anne Walsh presented with the John and Breda Ryan Ladies Memorial Trophy. The competition was played on weekend of 23rd to 25th May.

Miriam Halley one of the Prizewinners Ladies Committee Prize.

Cahir Park Golf Club Junior Irish Foursomes L-r|:

Imelda Fitzpatrick

John Keane Liam Butler Ruairi Hayes Luke Keane Will Burke Marie Devitt

President Gareth Saunders, Team Manager.

Despite the rain the Mary Doyle 5K at New Inn provided buckets of enjoyment for everyone

The Doyle family extends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported the Mary Doyle 5K Run, held Saturday, 7th June at New Inn. Despite inclement weather on the evening, the event proved to be a tremendous success, filled with laughter, participation, and community spirit.

Earlier in the evening, children enjoyed a series of races and activities, which set a joyful tone for the night. A special shout-out goes

to all those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the event ran smoothly and safely, particularly the dedicated members of the New Inn Festival committee.

We would also like to express our gratitude to An Garda Síochána for their assistance in ensuring safety throughout the event. Additionally, we appreciate the efforts of those who helped with the computerised timing, making it easier to track the runners’ performances.

We are thankful to our generous sponsors for providing wonderful spot prizes, as well as everyone who assisted with registration, stewarding, and refreshments. This event wouldn’t have been possible without the enthusiastic participation of all the runners and supporters.

As Mary often said, “it’s not the taking part that counts, it’s the enjoyment and participation along the way.” Thank you once again for making this run a memorable tribute!

First senior male Sean Tobin, Clonmel AC being presented with the cup by the late Mary Doyle’s husband, Albert Doyle.

First Senior woman Aisling Duffy being presented with the cup by Albert Doyle.

Second female woman Muireann Duffy, Clonmel AC being presented with her prize by Albert Doyle.

Second senior male Conor Flaherty, Clonmel AC being presented with his prize by Albert Doyle.

First Junior female Nessa Moloney. Mooreabbey Milers AC accepts her prize from Albert Doyle.

First Junior male Jack Browne, Knockcarron AC receives his prize from Albert Doyle

Mary Doyle - Third Senior Woman Sharon Kiely accepts her prize from Albert Doyle.

Third senior male Shane Moloney, Thurles Crokes receives his prize from Albert Doyle.

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Sam Hall stars as Golden/Kilfeacle

prove too good for Galtees in IF final

Shane Hennessy Ltd. Agri & Business Consultancy West Intermediate Football Final

GOLDEN/KILFEACLE 1-15 (1-0-15) GALTEE ROVERS 0-6 (0-1-4)

to push on and by the time Sam Hall pointed in the twenty third minute they had gone 11 ahead outscoring their opponents four points to one. The game became a bit disjointed with a number of substitutions on either side.

By FRANCIS COUGHLAN at Páirc na nGael,

New

Inn

Golden/Kilfeacle are the 2025 Shane Hennessy Ltd. Agri & Business Consultancy West Intermediate Football champions following a comfortable victory over Galtee Rovers at a sun-drenched New Inn on Friday evening. Despite the early even exchanges with the sides level on three occasions, Golden/Kilfeacle aided by eight points from the boot of Sam Hall gradually dominated the play and dictated terms.

The turning point came just before the quarter mark when a turnover in the Galtee Rovers defence resulted in Aaron Colohan goaling and put Golden/Kilfeacle in total control.

Ed O’Dwyer kicked Galtee Rovers in front in the fourth minute though it was to be the only time Galtee Rovers would lead in the game. They had the earlier of the chances having failed to take two before this. Niall Heffernan quickly levelled from close range and Sam Hall opened his tally from a placed ball to give the eventual winners the lead.

Golden/Kilfeacle were growing more into the game and caused problems for the Galtee Rovers defence. Another free from Hall five minutes later extended the lead. On the quarter mark a well

taken two pointer by Shane Ryan the only one of the game levelled the game. Both sides failed to find the target again until the 23rd minute when Sam Hall pointed his third free. Ed O’Dwyer’s response was immediate as he tied up proceedings for the final time at four each.

Golden/Kilfeacle exerted their dominance in the final few minutes of the half as they outscored their opponents four points to nil including three more frees from Sam Hall and a first from Aaron Colohan. Golden/Kilfeacle were now looking more fitter and physically stronger than their opponents.

Colohan continued where he finished the first half with two points in the first five and half minutes after the resumption. Jack Crowe who was a threat throughout eventually got Galtee Rovers off the mark in the ninth minute with a point.

UNLUCKY FOR GALTEES

The turning point of the game came in the 13th from No. 13 Aaron Colohan. Galtee Rovers were turned over coming out of defence which Ben Currivan collected and working with Sam Hall, Currivan laid off to Colohan who have a powerful finish to rattle the net. It ultimately signalled game over at this stage.

Golden/Kilfeacle continued

Galtee Rovers created a number of chances but failed to find the target. Shane Stapleton who had turned the West Senior Final in Golden/Kilfeacle’s favour on his introduction in December rounded off the scoring. Galtee Rovers were reduced to 14 men late on.

Following the game, West Board Secretary Conor English presented the Bro. Hennessy Cup to Golden/Kilfeacle captain Ben Currivan in the presence of sponsor Shane Hennessy. It was their third cup in recent weeks, to go with their Division 2 County Football League title and the Crosco Cup.

SCORERS AND TEAMS

Golden/Kilfeacle: Sam Hall (08, (0-2X45), 0-5f), Aaron Colohan (1-3), Niall Heffernan (0-2), Ben Currivan (0-1), Shane Stapleton (0-1)

Galtee Rovers: Jack Crowe (02f), Ed O’Dwyer (0-2, 0-1fF, 0-1 X45, Shane Ryan (0-2 1x2p).

Galtee Rovers: Kelvin O’Brien, Eoghan Byrnes, Liam Finnane, Dermot McCarthy, Emmet Bonner, Eric Grogan, Steven Dwyer, Ed O’Dwyer, Bill Quirke, Callum McCarthy, Shane Ryan, Josh O’Dwyer, Jack Crowe, Rhys Byron, Adam McGrath

Subs Used: Dan O’Dwyer for Josh O’Dwyer, Jim Quirke for Steven Dwyer, Sean Gubbins for Dermot McCarthy, Tadgh Gubbins for Emmet Bonner.

Jack Currivan, Jack Dalton Aidan

The Shane Hennessy Ltd Agri & Business Consultancy West Intermediate Football Champions 2025 - All photos by Francis Coughlan

Golden/Kilfeacle:

O’Connell, Ciaran Byrne, Aidan Tuohy, Shane O’Connell, Jack Lonergan, Gavin Dalton, Niall Heffernan, Eanna

Ormond, Lee Hayes, Sam hall Aaron Colohan, Jack Bergin, Ben Currivan

Subs Used: Cian Lonergan for Aidan O’Connell, Andy Byrnes

for Lee Hayes, Brian Marnane for Aidan Tuohy, Tom Byrnes for Gavin Dalton , Shane Stapleton for Aaron Colohan Referee: Seanie Peters (Aherlow)

Conor English (West Board Secretary), Ben Currivan (Golden-Kilfeacle Captain), Shane Hennessy (Sponsor) at the presentation.

Rhys Byron (Galtee Rovers) is marshalled by Ciaran Byrne (Golden-Kilfeacle) during last Friday’s West IFC final played at New Inn.

Lee Hayes (Golden-Kilfeacle) tries to break past Steven Dwyer (Galtee Rovers).

Anthony Owens, Eric Grogan (Galtee Rovers), Seanie Peters (feferee), Ben Currivan (Golden-Kilfeacle), Paddy Russell before the start of the West IFC final at New Inn.

Treaty collapse to Capitalists shifts Premier fate as Cats lurk

Dubs & Rebels to battle it out; Tickety boo!!

BY NOEL DUNDON

THE LONGEST DAY of the year brought with it a blaze of revelation—casting stark light on the path to the Liam MacCarthy Cup. But while the sun lingered in the sky, championship favourites Limerick were plunged into the shadows, stunned by a Dublin side that lit up Croke Park with sheer grit and audacity.

Nobody saw this coming. On a golden day that just wouldn’t quit giving, Tipperary rode a wave of success that began early and never let up. First, their ladies footballers pulled off a crucial victory to dodge relegation and surge into the All-Ireland quarter-finals. Next, the camogie stars stepped up, matching that feat with poise and precision. And finally, under the blinding spotlight, the senior hurlers came out swinging—racking up a mighty 1-28 to flatten Galway and book their ticket back to Croker. Waiting for them? None other than their old dance partner, Kilkenny.

But first, to the story that shocked the nation— Dublin’s colossal upset. Built on old-school industry, smart decisions, and a fiery belief, the Dubs defied the odds. Almost everyone beyond their own camp had Limerick marching forward. And when Chris Crummey saw red, even the most hopeful heart thought the game had slipped away. But Niall Ó Ceallacháin’s side tore up the script, turned the tide, and carved their names into modern folklore with a victory that shook the hurling world to its core. Explosive, beautiful, and utterly game-changing—it’s blown the All-Ireland race wide open.

For Tipp, the ripple effect of that result means a reshuffle. Instead of the expected clash with Cork on Saturday, they’ll now lock horns with Leinster champions Kilkenny on the Sunday. A twist of fate, dictated by Dublin’s rebellion.

Most had circled the Limerick-Galway clash as the marquee match of the weekend—a sure-fire thriller. But while the Gaelic Grounds churned out a drab affair, it was Croke Park that stole the show. As for

Tipp, their mission was simple: get past Galway. And though the westerners were well below par, Tipp did what was needed with authority.

There are questions still—yes—but there’s also undeniable momentum. After a six-year absence, Tipp return to Croke Park’s grand stage with the scent of an All-Ireland Final in the air. Their last visit was unforgettable: a decider where they dismantled the Cats with style. Do it again in a fortnight, and they’re back in the big one.

Against Galway, Tipp’s scoring was slick and widespread—1-24 from play, with ten players, including three subs, chipping in. There was flair, but also flashes of vulnerability. Rhys Shelly had the busier goal, pulling off several sharp saves, and desperate defence was required at times too.

But here’s the real gem: every single one of the 26 players named for that game has now tasted championship hurling this season. That’s depth. That’s belief in the bench. Subs aren’t plugging holes—they’re igniting sparks. Now, we have two glorious weeks to

sharpen the steel, dream a little, and get ready. The road to glory is glowing again.

Tickety-boo!! Ticket masters are missing a trick

Croke Park is set to be half-empty for both All-Ireland senior hurling semi-finals — and yet, ticket prices remain sky-high. An adult ticket will set you back €60, with students and OAPs paying €55 (Cusack and Davin Stands only). Juveniles? €10 — but only in those same stands. Terrace spots go for €40. So, for a Tipp family of four (two adults, two kids), it’s €140 just to walk through the gates. That’s before a single cent is spent on fuel, parking, food, or a drink. Wouldn’t it make far more sense to lower the prices and pack the place out? A roaring, full stadium beats echoing silence any day.

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Superb Borris-Ileigh crowned County

Under 14 ‘A’ Camogie champions

U14 ‘A’ Camogie County Final

BORRIS-ILEIGH 4-5

BOHERLAHAN/DUALLA 0-3

Borris-Ileigh are the County Under-14A champions after a thrilling 4-5 to 0-3 victory over Boherlahan/Dualla in last Tuesday evening’s county final at the Tipperary Camogie Grounds.

Boherlahan were chasing an incredible four-in-a-row, but it was fitting that it was Borris-Ileigh who dethroned them, having been their closest rivals in recent years.

There was very little between the sides early on. Boherlahan’s Mae Kennedy pointed from a free, with Maria Groome replying for Borris-Ileigh at the other end. The game’s momentum shifted dramatically in the 17th minute when corner-forward Clara Kennedy struck for a crucial goal — the spark that ignited Borris-Ileigh’s dominant spell.

Just three minutes later, a brilliant cross-field ball was flicked on by Emma Bevans for the first of her two goals. Suddenly, Borris-Ileigh were on top with all the momentum, and Boherlahan/Dualla found themselves under serious pressure.

Maria Groome was outstanding throughout the 50 minutes, covering a huge amount of ground. Her pace, energy, skill, and touch were a joy to watch. In the 21st minute, she sent in a long ball that found its way to the net, extending Borris-Ileigh’s advantage.

Four minutes before half-time, Emma Bevans struck again for an excellent fourth goal to leave the interval score at 4-1 to 0-2 in Borris-Ileigh’s favour. Boherlahan/Dualla battled bravely in the second half, led by Mae Kennedy, Leah O’Connell and Aoibheann Lacey, with Dearbhla Hickey working tirelessly up front. Their forwards gave it everything, but the Borris defence stood firm.

In particular, the full-back line of Caoimhe Keane, Kate Ryan Begley, and Moira Meehan were outstanding. Ailis Stapleton commanded the centre-back position with great authority, ably supported on the wings by Grace Tynan and Michelle Meehan. Emily Ryan who contributed brilliantly to her side’s victory in the middle of the field added a lovely point in the second half,

The Borris-Ileigh team and mentors celebrate their victory in the County Under 14 ‘A’ final played at the Tipperary Camogie Grounds. while Emma Bevans chipped in with two more fine scores. Up front, all six Borris-Ileigh forwards contributed superbly, with Sinead Cowan putting in a tremendous shift on the wing.

It was a superb all-round team performance from Borris, whose energy, determination, and team-

work proved decisive. Boherlahan/Dualla never gave up and showed great spirit throughout, but crucially, they were unable to score from play on the day.

Borris-Ileigh: Emily Healy, Caoimhe Keane, Kate Ryan Begley, Moira Meehan, Grace Tynan, Ailis Stapleton, Michelle Meehan, Maria Groome (1-2, 1x45m), Emily Ryan (0-1), Sinead Cowan, Emma Bevans (2-2), Julieanne Bevans, Clara Kennedy (1-0), Joanne Groome, Sophie O’Sullivan. Subs: Emily Treacy for Clara Kennedy, Holly Cummins for Joanne Groome. Boherlahan Dualla: Emilia Gleeson, Grace Ann O’Connor, Chloe O’Dwyer, Clodagh Fitzgerald, Kamryn O’Connor, Faye Burke, Rebecca

McLoughlin, Mae Kennedy (0-3), Leah O’Connell, Cliona Moynihan, Dearbhla Hickey, Abbie Kennedy, Aoibheann Lacey, Caoimhe Lacey, Muireann Hickey.

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Tom gave one polished performance

Friday, June 20

NEXT FRIDAY NIGHT sees

the opening round of The Jim Scully Memorial A2/A5 550 Stake sponsored by the Scully Family in Piltown. Jim was a very big part of Clonmel Greyhound Track throughout is life and indeed all tracks in the country. He was a very traditional glass blower/cutter in Waterford Crystal and was a keen horseman in his younger days. His greyhounds running under the prefix “Cloncunny” were revered by all, especially in finals where Jim was renowned to get dogs out and gone.

Jim also had great success on the coursing field with the likes of Cloncunny Wonder, a trialstake winner in Borris-In-Ossory, an all-age bitch stake winner in Lixnaw and Castleisland, and finalist in The Patsy Byrne Select Bitch Stake in Limerick.

Jim battled with illness for the last few years of his life, quietly and with dignity, and never troubled anyone. He continued to follow his greyhound racing with his lifelong friend Michael Egan and did so to the very end.

The Jim Scully Memorial Stake is a way for the family to give back to the greyhound world and remember the happy and fulfilled life Jim had and as he would always say when leaving the pub or track “have a nice day.”

Last Friday night’s card at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium kicked off with a local winner Mahogany Tom owned by Roger White. This lightly raced youngster showed a fantastic turn of foot with a hundred yards remaining to win in 28.89.

The Hattemore Kennels who are enjoying a good run of success of late had a double and a runner-up on the night. Chaotic Panther took second in the opening race, before

Chaotic Comet won the fourth in 29.19. Litter comrade Chaotic Pershing then won race seven in 29.05.

Gortnahoe owner/trainer Derek Kehoe might never get as easy a win as he had in the sixth race when Slaneyside Clara, leaving traps in lively fashion, ran a solo in 2.70.

Tony Mackey from Cappamore saw his runner Crickleowl Jose finish strongest of all to win the penultimate race in 29.34.

Friday night final race, a novice contest, proved to be quite a betting affair with plenty of support for a few before the off. Smooth Flight running from two was backed off the board with Siennas Local also shortening into evens before traps opened. A late drive for Emers Jackson was justified as he stole a march on rivals from the opening bend to win rather comfortably in 29.55. Heading into this race on the back of two impressive trials, which he has clocked faster, this looks a dog that has plenty more in reserve but ran quite cleverly here in this novice race to succeed.

Sunday, June 22

The Portlaoise duo Canice Hyland and Brian Bowe has a quick fire double on Sunday night. Coming in as a reserve in race five Foxrock George came from behind to deny the long-time leader and win in 29.30. This was followed by Foxrock Shazzers with a fantastic run to prevail in 28.67, the fastest time of the night.

Lorraine O’Sullivan took Sunday’s opener when Fahrenheit Cian, making all the running to win in 28.85.

Ascot Aaron was back to winning ways for Billy Murphy and Franes Mullan when he narrowly took the second in 29.56.

Without a win since April Michael O’Donovan from Tipperary Town had Blakes Choice in fine form when she gave a trap-toline run to win in 29.26.

Gerard Dunne’s Pops Bucks on his 11th start notched up his first win when breaking the beam at 29.61.

Arthur and Alice Morrissey’s Pepe Nero using the outside to his advantage on the run-in landed his second career win in 29.54 as he was cheered from start to finish by his grandchildren The O’Shaughnessys.

Jimmy Moloney from Ballingeary, Cahir had Jimmys Swift on the winner’s podium when taking the eighth race in 29.54.

Margaret Enright, who was holding her runner for an upcoming stake, took the penultimate race when Coolbeg Harmony obliged in 29.30.

Rounding off the night racing trainer Adam Dunford sent out Michelle Lawlor’s No More Fiftys to win the last in 28.83 making full use of the rails on the run-in.

GO GREYHOUND RACING FOR A FANTASTIC NIGHT-OUT

Holiday time, school finished where else would you have a fantastic family night but at “The Dogs” in Clonmel where food and drinks are top notch in comfortable surroundings. It’s different experience, fun and enjoyable, in a very relaxed atmosphere where staff are there to make sure your night will be a special one. Clubs, look no further than Clonmel Greyhound Stadium to hold your fundraiser, where friends can lay back and enjoy a very enjoyable night which will benefit your club. Why not contact Clonmel Greyhound Stadium to find out more about a fantastic night’s experience.

Peter Hattemore with Chaotic Pershing after his win in race seven on Friday night. Earlier in the fourth race Peter saw his Chaotic Comet first past the post to spark a double.

Roger White with Mahogany Tom winner of the opening race at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium on Friday night.

THUMBS UP FOR OUR GRANDAD! Jimmy Moloney with grandchildren Elliot, Aron and Sadie O’Shaughnessy after Jimmys Swift won the eighth race on Sunday night.

Tony Smith with uncle Paul and friends Jannike Nielsen, Lillemor Jonsson and Jessica Jarl

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