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Call For GAA To Purchase Hayes Hotel

Hayes Hotel, Thurles, Co Tipperary

Former President of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) and current Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Mr Sean Kelly has again called on the GAA to purchase its historic birthplace, namely Hayes Hotel here in Thurles, Co Tipperary.

This call from Mr Kelly, follows the demise of this […]

Town & Borough Councils To Be Abolished

The Local Electoral Area Boundary Committee Report was published today by Environment Minister Phil Hogan. His redrafting of the Irish Republics boundaries, the biggest since 1985, will also bring about the largest shake-up of council boundaries in almost 30 years, with a dramatic increase in the numbers of councillors in Dublin, Louth, Meath, Wexford and […]

Passport Application News

Planning on going abroad on holiday this summer? If your answer is in the affirmative, it would be best to check your passport now.

Before making any overseas travel plans, intending travellers should check passport expiry dates and submit their applications in sufficient time, before their intended travel date.

A new appointment service will operate […]

Thurles Artist PJ O’Connell – Solo With Studio

The Source Arts Centre here in Thurles are delighted to present the paintings and studio of Thurles artist P.J. O’Connell.

The exhibition, while not retrospective, consists of paintings painted over a thirty year period, as well as some of his newer work.

At the centre of this show is an art studio especially set up […]

Ahearne’s May Have Given Thurles A Second Millionaire

Proprietors Liam & Stella Ahearne of Ahearne’s Supermarket & Service Station Thurles, Tipperary.

The Ahearne’s /Londis Supermarket & Service Station, situated here on Abbey Road, Thurles, Co Tipperary, may have given the town its second millionaire this year.

The premises sold some lucky customer a Daily Million ‘Quick-Pick,’ ticket from their busy premises, […]