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Cashel Library Events April 2026.

Ms Maura Barrett (Branch Librarian) Reports:-

Reminder: Join the Cashel Craft Circle every Wednesday from 10am-12pm for their social gathering. Bring along your own project to work, share ideas, patterns and enjoy a chat and cuppa with others. No need to book just come along.

Also, join us on Friday, April 24th, from 10:00am to 10:30am for a fun and cozy story time. Enjoy the magic of books and quality time together!
Note: Do keep in mind that this is a bookable event. Tel: 062-63825

On April 18th 2026 the records of the 1926 census were made public on the National Archives website. Local studies librarian Ms Stephanie Woods will facilitate a workshop on how to explore the 1926 census. This is also a bookable event. Tel: 062-63825.

LEGO Free Play in Cashel Library! Join us for creative fun on Friday Apr 24th from 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm. Build, play, and let your imagination soar! Note: Children must be 7+ to take part.
Booking required: Tel: 062-63825.

People wishing to attend the above events can locate the Cashel Library building; situated on Friar Street, Lady’s Well, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, HERE. (Eircode E25 K798).

Note: All events are FREE.

Teach Your Children Well.

Lyrics: British and American musician, singer and songwriter Graham William Nash.
Vocals: Folk rock supergroup composed of the American singer-songwriters David Crosby (formerly of ‘The Byrds’) and Stephen Stills (formerly of ‘Buffalo Springfield’) and the English-American singer-songwriter Graham Nash (formerly of ‘The Hollies’) and Canadian singer-songwriter Neil Young, (formerly of ‘Buffalo Springfield’), collectively known as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

Released in 1970, “Teach Your Children” by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young is a warm, reflective song about the relationship between generations. Written by Graham Nash, it highlights how parents and children can learn from each other, encouraging understanding, guidance, and the passing on of better values for the future.

Teach Your Children Well.

You who are on the road,
Must have a code that you can live by.
And so become yourself,
Because the past is just a goodbye.
Teach your children well,
Their father’s hell did slowly go by.
And feed them on your dreams,
The one they picked the one you’ll know by.
Don’t you ever ask them why,
If they told you, you would cry,
So just look at them and sigh,
And know they love you.
And you of tender years,
Can’t know the fears that your elders grew by,
And so help them with your youth,
They seek the truth before they can die.
Teach your parents well,
Their children’s hell will slowly go by,
And feed them on your dreams,
The one they picked the one you’ll know by.
Don’t you ever ask them why,
If they told you, you would cry,
So just look at them and sigh,
And know they love you.

END.

Cork Edge Tipperary After Decisive Second-Half Spell.

Cork opened their Munster Championship campaign with a 0-29 to 1-22 (25pts) win over Tipperary in Thurles, but the margin arguably reflected a key period of control rather than outright dominance across the full 70 minutes.

Tight Contest for Long Periods.
For much of the game, there was little between the sides. Tipperary recovered from an early deficit to build momentum in the first half, hitting a run of scores to move in front. Cork, while seeing plenty of possession, were at times wasteful and relied on late scores to draw level at the break (0-13 each).
Jason Forde’s accuracy from frees and the work rate of Oisín O’Donoghue were central to Tipp’s attacking play, while Cork’s scoring was more spread across their forward line.

Game Swings After Half-Time.
The match turned during a relatively short spell early in the second half. After a fairly even restart, Cork put together a run of eight unanswered points in just over 10 minutes, which created a gap that Tipperary struggled to close. That period coincided with improved puckout control from Cork, resulting in reduced scoring opportunities for Tipp with a growing reliance on frees for the home side.

Tipperary also went a long stretch without a score from play, only ending that drought in the 64th minute, a factor that ultimately proved costly.

Contributions at Both Ends.
Cork’s debutants William Buckley (0-06) and Barry Walsh (0-04) were among their more effective forwards, contributing steadily rather than explosively.
At the other end, Tipp remained competitive with Forde keeping the scoreboard ticking from frees
A late goal from Alan Tynan briefly reduced the gap while substitutes helped bring the margin down late on
However, Tipperary were chasing the game from the moment Cork built their second-half lead.

Late Push Falls Short.
Tipperary did respond in the closing stages and reduced the deficit to a single score at one point after the late goal. But Cork managed the final minutes more effectively, adding a closing score to secure the result without allowing a full comeback.
This was not a one-sided contest with first half, evenly balanced. The key period came with Cork’s second-half scoring burst, and while Tipp rallied in the final stages, same effort came too late.
Cork took their chances during a decisive window, while Tipperary’s lack of scoring from play, after the break, proved very difficult to overcome.

Next Games.
Cork face Limerick next in what should be a more demanding test, while Tipperary will travel to Waterford.

Thurles Fuel & Cost-Of-Living Protest Event An Anticlimax, After High Anticipation.

Mixing financial obligations with personal relationships within political parties, often causes strain, resentment, and the potential dissolution of close bonds.

A fuel and cost-of-living protest took place in Thurles this afternoon, Saturday, April 18th, organised by Sinn Féin representative Mr Dan Harty. The demonstration formed part of wider national actions responding to rising fuel prices and ongoing cost-of-living pressures.

The protest assembled at the Munster Hotel car park before proceeding toward Liberty Square, a central commercial hub in the town. Organisers had previously stated the event would be peaceful and intended to minimise disruption to traffic and local business activity.

Local observations suggest that turnout on the day was extremely modest. While the event proceeded through the town centre, well stretched out to look larger, many shoppers had reportedly conducted their business much earlier than usual in anticipation of potential delays.

Thurles’ notably wide footpaths, capable of accommodating significant pedestrian movement, however remained unused; with the demonstration led by a only one Irish flag, moved along a key route around Liberty Square, drawing attention only, by affecting the normal flow of traffic activity in the area.
No police were in attendance and official reports state that no significant incidents arose from the 40 only individuals who attended the protest gathering.

**Montgomery *“Monty”* McQueen massive attraction at Tipperary Raceway in Rosegreen, Co. Tipperary**.
*Picture: G. Willoughby*.

Meanwhile, in just a 20 minute drive away from Thurles, a massive crowd turned up to support an English Child Bereavement Charity, which featured a created model of disney’s Montgomery “Monty” McQueen, more commonly called “Lightning McQueen”, from the movie “Cars”.
Same anthropomorphic stock car is the protagonist of the Disney/Pixar Cars and made a welcome appearance at Tipperary Raceway in Rosegreen, Co. Tipperary; Ireland’s popular premier Hot Rod oval raceway to the delight of all.

RTÉ Reaffirms Commitment To Responsible Spending.

While Renewing Essential Transport Services, RTÉ Reaffirms Commitment To Responsible Spending.

Keeping in mind that RTÉ, in the recent past, needed €56 million from taxpayers to survive, same has confirmed the renewal of a controlled, multi-year contract for chauffeur-driven transport services, emphasising that the arrangement is a standard operational requirement and represents a modest, capped cost within a tightly managed budget framework.

The contract, valued at up to €175,000 over five years, relates to the provision of pre-booked chauffeur services for programme contributors, visiting guests, and official engagements. This equates to a maximum of approximately €35,000 per annum, and will operate on an as-needed basis, under a competitive tender process.

RTÉ has stressed that this arrangement is not new spending, but a continuation of an existing framework first established in 2021 and now being renewed following its expiry. The service is separate from general taxi usage and is intended for specific operational scenarios requiring reliability, scheduling precision, and discretion.

Accountability in the Context of Public Funding.The renewal comes in the context of significant public scrutiny following the €56 million State bailout in 2024, alongside broader reforms aimed at restoring trust and ensuring financial sustainability.
RTÉ acknowledges the importance of demonstrating clear value for money to licence fee payers and taxpayers, particularly in light of commitments made as part of its restructuring programme, including cost controls, workforce reductions, and tighter oversight of discretionary expenditure.

A spokesperson stated: “All procurement decisions are subject to rigorous internal governance and public procurement rules. This contract reflects a defined operational need and is structured to ensure cost efficiency, transparency, and accountability.”

Operational Necessity and Cost Controls.
The broadcaster noted that transport services are a core requirement for live broadcasting, where timing, coordination, and reliability are critical. Chauffeur services are used selectively for:

Time-sensitive programme contributors
International or high-profile guests
Situations requiring confidentiality or logistical coordination

The contract will be delivered through a multi-supplier framework (up to three providers), ensuring competitive pricing and flexibility, while preventing over-reliance on any single vendor.
RTÉ also highlighted that the €175,000 figure represents a maximum ceiling rather than guaranteed expenditure, with actual usage expected to vary depending on operational demand.

Ongoing Commitment to Reform
RTÉ reiterated that it remains focused on:

Strengthening financial oversight
Reducing unnecessary expenditure
Delivering public service broadcasting efficiently

The organisation confirmed that all spending decisions will continue to be assessed against the principles of necessity, proportionality, and public accountability.