Community News - Thurles Information

Uninsured Vehicle Driver Arrested On Suspicion Of Drug Driving.

A Tipperary Roads Policing Unit, carrying out ‘Hi-Visibility’ patrols in Nenagh Co. Tipperary earlier today, intercepted a vehicle, which it flagged for having no insurance using the new Garda Insurance Application.

The driver of the vehicle was also arrested on suspicion of drug driving, having failed a roadside ‘DrugWipe’ test for Cocaine.

The vehicle in question was seized, with a Court appearance to follow.

TD Highlights Land Concentration Ownership In Tipperary.

Independent TD Michael McNamara, highlights concentration of land ownership in South Co. Tipperary.

Independent TD Mr Michael McNamara has called on Dáil Éireann to set aside time for a discussion on the purchase of vast tracts of farmland in South Tipperary by Mr John Magnier and called for measures to combat further concentration of ownership.

The Independent TD for Co. Clare has expressed his concern that the accumulation of thousands of acres of land in the Golden Vale is leading to local farmers being priced out of land, at a time when the agriculture sector is already facing excessive operating costs.

Deputy McNamara said the situation reflects the ongoing, profound changes underway in rural Ireland regarding the acquisition of prime agricultural land by trust funds and the resultant negative consequences for the agriculture sector.

Addressing the Ceann Comhairle today, Deputy McNamara asked, “Will all of South Tipperary have to be owned by one man and trust funds linked to him, before the matter is debated in this house and measures are taken to prevent that concentration of land ownership, because of the economic and social consequences of that?”

Speaking during the Order of Business in Dail Éireann, the Independent TD added, “Just because one is a large donor to the parties in government should not preclude one from examination in this house.”

Following Deputy McNamara’s request, a vote on the Order of Business for this week was held and subsequently defeated by the government parties.

Driver With Learner Permit Arrested For Drug Driving In Tipperary.

Tipperary Roads Policing Unit; latter carrying out speed compliance checks in the Tipperary North area, detected a vehicle travelling at 89km/h in a 50km zone in the Birdhill area of the county.

The driver, a new learner permit holder, was identified driving unaccompanied and with no L-plates displayed.
Having failed a ‘DrugWipe’ test for Cannabis, he was arrested on suspicion of Drug Driving.

The motor vehicle has now been seized, with a Court appearance to follow.

Thurles Area Speeds Detected By Garda Traffic Unit Today.

“It won’t kill you to slow down”.

One Tipperary Road Policing Unit detected the following speeds this morning, during speed compliance checks carried out in just one 60km/h zone within the Thurles, Co. Tipperary District.

From the picture shown directly above; readers can view a total disregard, by some motorists, for other road users, pedestrians and recommended speed limit signs.
The speeds shown are truly well in excess of the recommended speed limit signs clearly/visibly posted within that vicinity.

Fixed charge notices showing exact fines and penalty points will now issue to all offenders.

Death Of Mary Purcell, Loughmore, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death on Wednesday last, 10th April 2024, of Mrs Mary Purcell (née Hosford), Church View, Loughmore, Templemore, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her husband John, the passing of Mrs Purcell is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; her loving daughter Caroline, son John, daughter-in-law Aisling, son-in-law Tadhg, mother Mary (Babs), sister Claire, brothers Tony, Paschal, Paul and Denis, sisters-in-law Noreen, Trish, Maura, Jackie, Eileen and Mary, brothers-in-law, PJ, Junior, and Joe, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Purcell will be received into the Church of the Nativity of Our Lady, Loughmore on Monday morning next, to repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30 am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in the adjoining graveyard.

The extended Purcell family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá h-anam dílis i dteannta na Naomh agus na n-aingeal.