Two Tipperary Farming Families Featured Among Winners At 2023 NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards.
Denis and Teresa Bergin, with their son David, who run their family farm in Kilbragh, Cashel, Co. Tipperary.
The Bergin family, (Who supply Centenerary Thurles Co-op), are from Kilbragh, Cashel were crowned the overall runner up at this year’s ceremony. Denis and Teresa Bergin, with their son David, run their family farm, supported by their son Keith and daughter Avril. David, a fifth-generation farmer, briefly pursued a career as a jockey before returning to his true passion, dairy farming. The farm is steeped in history, with the ruins of a 12th-century village standing proudly, preserving a piece of the past. An old church and village on the Bergins’ lane are also part of the farm’s heritage. The Bergin family preserve the historical buildings that surround them as well as maintaining the land itself. They also won the Environment category. The family’s love for the herd is obvious through their passionate care of their cows above all else. The Bergins exhibit fantastic family unity, often gathering around the kitchen table where everyone is involved in the decision making on the farm.
The Lonergan family from Drangan More, Cahir, Co. Tipperary.
The Lonergan family, (Who supply Tipperary Co-op), are from Drangan More, Cahir, Co. Tipperary, won the Lowest Carbon Footprint Award. John Lonergan lives on the farm with his wife Martina and their daughter Cora. John has harboured a deep passion for farming since the age of 12 years, before officially taking the reins of their family farm as a 27 year old. John now hopes to pass the farm down to Cora, who shares an equal love for the land. Martina plays an integral role on the farm and the Lonergan’s close-knit relationship fosters a strong partnership between the three. Together, Martina and Cora stand as shining examples of the invaluable contributions of women in agriculture. The Lonergans have witnessed the transformative journey of farming, from the horse and trap era to embracing modern technologies.
Pre-deceased by his parents Joseph and Maureen; Mr Ivors passed away peacefully, while in the care of staff at Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary; surrounded by his family.
His passing is most deeply regretted and sadly missed by his loving wife Mary, children Patsy, Joseph, Jacqueline and Jonathan, adored grandchildren Amy, Aoife, Ben, Michelle, Charlie, Alfie, Sony, Katie, Macie, Rosie and JJ, great grandchildren Heidi, Paddy and Jim, his sons-in-law Dessie and Danny, daughters-in-law Kiera and Zoey, brothers and sisters, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.
His remains will be received into the Church of the Assumption, Ballingarry on Friday morning, November 10th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30am, followed by interment in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Ballingarry (SR), Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
The extended Ivors 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.
Note Please: House strictly private on Friday morning.
Here on Thurles.info, [Which today celebrates having been viewed by over 4 million readers to date], we regularly highlight unhealthy foods that receive health warnings from the Food Safety Authority of Ireland(FSAI).
In this modern age of ultra processed foods, it is often hard to know what exactly we are eating, since it often is so far removed from its natural origins. Foods are replete and well supplied with additives and other ingredients and it is hard to know what is truly safe and what is unsafe.
If you want to know more about the foods you eat and whether or not they are healthy, then you should download, to your Smartphone, the Yuka Application, (App).
But first do take the time to view the video shown hereunder.
This Yuka App is totally free and unsponsored, and will inform you on the levels of additives, saturates, proteins and sugars in your food, by simply scanning the barcode on all food packaging offered for sale.
What’s more, it will tell you how hazardous any additives are and why. It also tells you what is to be found in your shampoos, soaps and other cosmetics.
How to download the Yuka Application unto all phones.
To download the Yuka App, simply visit the iTunes App Store or Google Play Store and search for Yuka, [ https://yuka.io/en/ ]. From now on take a little time with your shopping and use your Smartphone to scan barcodes on packaging and instantly learn if any intended item should be purchased.
With rising prices, time has come for consumers to dictate to Supermarket chains what products they should stock and which are most healthy; rather than what it is they deem as being most profitable.
Remember, Yuka’s information and recommendations should not replace a healthy balanced diet. Always consult a GP for advice on the best diet for you, as an individual.
The Mid-West region [Latter region consisting of counties of Tipperary, Clare and Limerick], will host Ireland’s first International Magic Convention in over 10 years, when some of the world’s most renowned magicians gather at Treacy’s West County Hotel, Ennis, on 18th-19th November for the inaugural Mid-West Magic Convention.
World record holder Jay Sankey, TikTok sensation Aidan Murphy, and ‘America’s Got Talent’ and ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ semi-finalist Ryland Petty are amongst the lineup for the gala evening performance on Sunday 19th, when event goers will be able to mix with professional magicians, magical hobbyists, dealers, collectors of magical apparatus, and other students of the art of magic, throughout the convention weekend.
The international event has been secured for the Mid-West Region through funding support from the Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau and Fáilte Ireland.
Event participant Ryland Petty, who has been performing magic since the age of 2, created international headlines last year when he reached the semi-final of ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ at the age of just 9. Earlier this year, the English magician reached the semi-final of the eighteenth season of ‘America’s Got Talent’.
Canada’s Jay Sankey, who holds the world record for creating more unique magic tricks than any other living magician, will also be performing in Ennis alongside Ireland’s TikTok sensation Aidan Murphy who has racked up 1.6m followers performing tricks on the social platform. Other performing magicians include Craig Petty (UK), Colm Dawson (Ireland) and Nick Lopaco from the United States, who is the official magician of “Penguin Magic” – the largest retail magic shop in the world.
Award-winning magician Leon Andersen from Limerick said, “As Ireland’s first annual celebration of the art of magic in Ireland in over a decade, this is a significant moment for the country’s large community of magicians. The Midwest Magic Convention brings together magicians and magic enthusiasts from all over the world and features a diverse range of magic from close-up tricks to grand stage illusions to a Magic Marketplace where event goers can purchase tricks, books and other magical paraphernalia. The weekend concludes with a special magic show on the main stage at Treacy’s West County on the evening of Sunday 19th.”
Danielle Devaney of the Shannon Region Conference and Sports Bureau commented, “We are excited about supporting this international event along with our partners Fáilte Ireland and look forward to establishing it as an important annual event in the magic circle worldwide. It presents a great opportunity for people in Ireland to view and meet with magicians from home and abroad as they put on a collective demonstration of their magical talents.”
There will be free entry (excluding Gala evening) to the Mid-West Magic Convention for under 14s, who are accompanied by an adult, in what organisers hope will draw younger people to the world of magic. Visit www.midwestmagicconvention.com for ticket information and the Mid-West Magic Convention event schedule.
Over 23,500 forensic investigations processed by FSI in 2022, including nearly 12,000 drugs cases.
Assisted in the identification of 12 Missing Persons.
The National DNA Database assisted with almost 800 investigations in 2022 and over 6,000 investigations since commencement of the DNA Database.
The Forensic Science Ireland (FSI) Annual Report for 2022 was published today.
The 2022 annual report marks an important year for FSI. Despite an increase in the volume and complexity of submissions to FSI, the agency is understood to be performing well, and has met and exceeded the majority of its targets for 2022, including issuing 23,542 forensic reports.
FSI engaged with other criminal justice agencies last year. FSI and An Garda Síochána collaborated to develop and launch “KopShop”, a mobile app that gives guidance on best practices in gathering evidence from crime scenes. FSI also actively contributed to several training programmes with AGS and the Road Safety Authority.
The agency’s work also extended beyond Ireland in 2022, and FSI undertook significant international engagement in same year.
FSI’s DNA Database System now contains over 73,000 individual DNA profiles. This compares to just 25 profiles in 2015. This growth has allowed the DNA Database to become an important tool in investigating crimes and identifying perpetrators.
In line with legislative requirements, 12,159 DNA samples taken from individuals for the purposes of generating a DNA profile were taken down in 2022, while 6,406 profiles were removed from the National DNA Database in 2022. This is an indication that FSI is adhering to the important safeguards in place to protect the integrity of the DNA Database and the persons whose DNA data is recorded on it.
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