The Department of Agriculture have issued a warning, following the discovery of bird flu in a number of sick and dead birds found near Dromineer, in North Co. Tipperary.
Same has resulted in a warning system being put in place through the National Parks and Wildlife Service, Birdwatch Ireland, and the Regional Game Councils, seeking close surveillance on further signs of the possible HPAI strain in all wild birds. Members of the public are also being asked to contribute to this surveillance, by directly notifying the Department of Agriculture of any location where sick or dead wild birds have been identified.
It is understood that up to 50 dead birds have been found located within the Dromineer area, since the start of 2023, with the H5N1 subtype having been confirmed in the carcasses. In the past year, more than 90 wild birds with H5N1 HPAI have also been detected nationally
The H5N1 subtype viruses naturally spreads among wild aquatic birds worldwide and can infect domestic poultry and other animal species. However the risk to humans is considered very low; nevertheless sporadic human infections have indeed occurred.
Members of the public, (especially children attempting to catch sick birds), are therefore advised not to handle same, and to keep their dogs on a leash in known areas where sick or dead birds have already been identified. Poultry flock owners are asked to remain vigilant for any signs of this disease in their flocks and to report any disease suspicion immediately to the Department of Agriculture.
In domestic poultry flocks the form of this virus is understood to present itself suddenly, with very high mortality, and with affected birds developing swollen heads, a blue colouration of the comb and wattle area [latter the skin under the chin], lack of appetite, respiratory distress, diarrhoea and a significant drop in egg production.
To date no evidence has been found to suggest there being any risk associated with the consumption of poultry meat or associated products of poultry meat, or indeed eggs.
It was just before the last Irish general election, [same which took place on Saturday February 8th 2020], that we learned on September 10th, 2019, of a new exciting project for the town of Thurles.
The news of a new ‘Business and Innovation Centre’, was broken by then Independent TD Mr Michael Lowry, who prophesised that this new project, quote; “Heralded a bright and progressive future for the town, (Thurles)”. He further added in his press release, “This investment and ‘state-of-the-art development’, will generate jobs, wealth and create a massive boost to the local economy,”
Mr Lowry went on to further add in his written Press Release,
“The Erin Foods site project will also facilitate the future development of the town providing the first phase of the long-awaited Thurles Inner Relief road, which will link Slievenamon Road to the Mill Road. This link road will afford the opportunity to access lands for commercial and residential development while also facilitating the proposed future expansion of Mary Immaculate College. (Note: latter formally St. Patricks College, Thurles).
Tipperary County Council have reached agreement, exchanged contracts and are about to close on the purchase of land in excess of 20 acres at Clongour, Thurles for a Business Development Campus.
These lands will be then be serviced with sewerage, water, telecommunications and road infrastructure. The lands will be developed by Tipperary County Council, as serviced sites and available for marketing by the Council, Enterprise Ireland and I.D.A.
Thurles had lost out on inward investment because it did not have accommodation and facilities to attract business and Industry.
The combination of these projects should now have a formative impact on the economy of Thurles. It will create opportunities to attract business / enterprise and during the process deliver much needed jobs and economic regeneration within the town.
After a period of stagnation these developments should now herald a new bright beginning and positive future for Thurles.
We can now look forward with optimism and with greater confidence in the future of Thurles“.
Some weeks back, we watched the erection of a “FOR SALE” sign (shown above) for this same ‘Business and Innovation Centre‘ site containing circa 2.2 acre.
We waited for an explanation from our Elected Teachtaí Dála; Thurles Chamber; local Co. Councillors; Municipal District Officials, and Tipperary Co. Council. As always, all have remained totally silent.
I find it hard to believe that no discussion has taken place regarding this issue, all be it in private; but certainly I have not heard or indeed read publicly, anything regarding this broken promise to the Thurles electorate.
Pre-deceased by his parents Hugh and Margaret; Mr Cormack passed away peacefully, while in the care of staff at Acorn Lodge, Nursing Home, Cashel, Co. Tipperary.
His passing is most deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife Maria, sisters-in-law, Joan, Deirdre, Fiona and Jacqueline, brothers-in-law Christopher and Desmond, aunt-in-law Kathleen (Cormack), cousins, extended relatives, neighbours & friends.
The extended Cormack family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
In her 93rd year and predeceased by her husband Donal, sisters Frances and Maura, brothers John-Joe, Noel, Martin and Brendan, baby sisters Carmel and Angela; Mrs O’Dwyer passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at the Blackrock Clinic, Dublin.
Her passing is most deeply regretted by her loving family; her daughter Ellie, son Donal, grandchildren Niamh and Ciaran, daughter-in-law Nikki, sisters Mona (Kinane), Bernie (Barnaville) and Mairead (Murray), brother Mattie, nephews, nieces, sisters-in-law Mary and Sheila, brothers-in-law Johnny and Mike, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Mrs O’Dwyer will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, on Sunday afternoon, March 26th, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm same evening, before being received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles at 7:45pm. Requiem Mass will be celebrated on Monday morning, March 27th, at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St. Patrick’s cemetery, Moyne Road Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs O’Dwyer, same can be viewed, streamed live online HERE.
The extended O’Dwyer family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE
Pre-deceased by his parents John and Mary, sisters Josie and Chrissie and brother Pat; Mr Harkin passed away while in the care of staff at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny and the Fennor Care facility, Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny.
His passing is most deeply regretted by his loving wife Joan, daughters Maria and Niamh, grandchildren Jack, Amy, Cathal, Sineád and Grace, son-in-law John (Lillis) and Maria’s partner Matthew (Twomey), mother-in-law Kitty (O’Halloran), sisters Bridie, Sheila, Carmel and Noleen, brothers Jimmy, Frank, Ger and Joe, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Harkin, same can be viewed, streamed live online HERE.
The extended Harkin family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
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