2015 September « Thurles Information

A Day In The Life Of An Garda Síochána

Fine Gael’s Justice Minister Mrs Frances Fitzgerald, speaking recently at a graduation ceremony in the Garda Training College, Templemore, Co. Tipperary, announced that at least 500 extra Gardaí will be recruited in 2016. This news comes amidst urgent calls from the public to increase Garda numbers, particularly in rural areas, in an attempt to clamp […]

Death Of Jimmy Meaney (Snr), Littleton, Thurles, Tipp.

It is with great sadness we learned of the death yesterday, Saturday 12th September 2015, of Mr Jimmy Meaney (Snr), No 19, McDonagh Tce, Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

The passing of Mr Meaney is most deeply regretted by his loving wife Mary, sons Jim, Pat, Thomas, Timmy and John, daughters Marie, Eileen and Josie, grandchildren, […]

16th Century Archer Tomb Slowly Disintegrates

Some three attempts to rescue and preserve the 16th Century Archer tomb in Thurles, (Situated on the east side of St. Mary’s graveyard) over the past 12 years, have been met with the reply “Do Not Touch”, by those responsible for preserving our important historical heritage nationally.

Early 16th Century Archer Tomb, found […]

Death Of Mr John Dwyer, Littleton, Thurles.

It is with great sadness we learned of the death today, Friday 11th September 2015, of Mr John (Jake) Dwyer, Ballyvinane Littleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

The passing of Mr Dwyer is most deeply regretted by his brother Tim, sisters Josie and Lizzie, cousin John, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Funeral Arrangements […]

Unemployment Trends In Tipperary Over Past 8 Months

Jobs Minister Mr Richard Bruton (FG) is expected to announce 200 new jobs for Clonmel, Co. Tipperary today. These new employment places are to be created by Eishtec, an outsourced contact centre based in Co Waterford and first established in 2011 to provide tailored solutions to business. This company now intend to establish of a […]