Lyrics and Vocals: American country music singer, songwriter, guitarist, and fiddler, the late Merle Ronald Haggard (1937 – 2016).
The Late Merle Haggard.
The Farmer’s Daughter.
Tonight there’ll be candlelight and roses, In this little country chapel that’s almost falling down. There’ll be tears in this old farmer’s eyes this evening, When I give my one possession to that city boy from town. His hair is a little longer than we’re use to, But, I guess I should find something good to say, About this man who’s won the farmer’s daughter, And will soon become my son-in-law today. Mama left eight years ago December, And it was hard to be a Dad and Mama too, But somehow we made home of this old farmhouse, And love was all my baby ever knew. He could be the richest man in seven counties, And not be good enough to take her hand, But, he says he really loves the farmer’s daughter, And I know the farmer’s daughter loves the man.
Lyrics: American songwriter, country music singer, and dancer the late Cindy Walker, (1917 – 2006). Vocals: American singer, songwriter, and musician the late Jim Reeves, (August – 1964).
American singer, songwriter, and musician the late Jim Reeves.
The Night Watch.
(God is keeping the night watch for you and for me).
Bright stars are watching the world as it sleeps, Shepherds watch over the little white sheep, The lighthouse is shining for ships far at sea, As God keeps the night watch for you and for me.
So sleep, sleep in peace and rest, Don’t be afraid of the darkness, All’s well for over the land and the sea, God’s keeping the night watch for you and for me.
(God is keeping the night watch for you and for me).
So sleep, sleep in peace and rest, Don’t be afraid of the darkness, All’s well for over the land and the sea, God’s keeping the night watch for you and for me.
American country music singer and songwriter Robert Joseph Bare.
Lyrics: The late Canadian singer-songwriter Ian Dawson Tyson C.M. A.O.E., (1933-2022). Vocals: American country music singer and songwriter Robert Joseph Bare Sr. known as Bobby Bare.
Four Strong Winds.
Four strong winds that blow lonely, Seven seas that run high, All these things that won’t change come what may, But my good times are all gone, And I’m bound for moving on. I’ll look for you if I’m ever back this way, I may go out to Alberta, Weather’s good there in the fall, Got some friends that I could go to workin’ for, Still I wish you’d change your mind. If I asked you one more time, But we’ve been through that a hundred times or more. If I get there before the snow flies, And things are going good, You could join me if I send you down the fare, But if you’ll wait until it’s winter, It would do no good, For the wind sure can blow cold way out there. Four strong winds that blow lonely, (Four strong winds that blow lonely), Seven seas that run high (that run high), All these things that won’t change come what may, (Change come what may) But my good times are all gone, And I’m bound for moving on. I’ll look for you if I’m ever back this way.
John Magnier Donates 14-Acre Site To Tipperary GAA For Major Training Expansion.
Coolmore Morris Park, Thurles.
Tipperary GAA has announced that businessman and horse breeder, Mr John Magnier has generously donated a 14-acre site adjoining Coolmore Morris Park in Thurles, paving the way for the development of a new state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence.
The additional land will allow Tipperary GAA to significantly expand its existing facilities, including the creation of new sand-based pitches and cutting-edge training infrastructure, designed to support both elite and grassroots development.
Welcoming the announcement, Tipperary GAA CEO, Mr Murtagh Brennan described the gift as a milestone for Gaelic games in the county: “This investment represents a watershed moment for Gaelic games in Tipperary and underscores our long-term commitment to nurturing athletic excellence and supporting the next generation of hurlers and footballers,” he stated. “Crucially, this expansion will serve not only our elite teams but also the thousands of young boys and girls who represent the future of Tipperary GAA. It will provide a safe, modern and inclusive environment for youth development, physical wellbeing, and personal growth.”
Mr Brennan added that the new Centre of Excellence will act as a focal point for the wider community: “The wider Tipperary community will also benefit, with this facility acting as a hub for participation, pride and connection across our county. Tipperary GAA extends its sincere gratitude to Mr Magnier for his outstanding generosity and vision. This development is not just an enhancement of facilities, it is an investment in the future of our county, our players, and our sporting community.”
The expansion of the Coolmore Morris Park is expected to ensure that Tipperary GAA will continues to thrive at all levels, providing its many athletes with the resources needed to reach their fullest potential.
Tipperary-Born Writer-Director Jo Southwell Embarks On Feature Film, “The Catch.”
Press Correspondent Tom Ryan Reports.
Tipperary-born writer/director Jo Southwell(née Kelly) has confirmed her transition into feature filmmaking with “The Catch“, a bold new project which she has written and is directing.
Tipperary-Born Writer/Director Ms Jo Southwell.
Ms Southwell brings to the film a rich background in screen acting, television directing and immersive formats. A second-generation Irish woman now based in Henley-on-Thames, UK, she began her professional life teaching in Ireland; including at Teach an Leinn in Nenagh and St Mary’s in Newport, before moving into acting and subsequently into filmmaking. Her mother, Hanora Kelly, formerly resided in Templederry, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.
Her acting career has included roles in Irish film and television dramas, before she relocated to the UK to further her screen work. She has directed short films that screened at BAFTA, BIFA and Oscar-recognised festivals, and has worked on episodic television (including shadow director placements on ‘Killing Eve and ‘Trigger Point‘).
“The Catch” emerges from this evolving trajectory. The film is described by Patrick Ewald, CEO of Epic Pictures, as “a razor-sharp blend of myth and obsession, a story that reminds us that the real monsters are often human.” The project attaches high-profile actors (including Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Ben Miles) and is being steered collaboratively by Southwell and producer Sara Gibbings.
Ms Southwell said: “I’ve always been drawn to stories that combine emotional truth and mythic resonance. In The Catch I explore how obsession distorts reality, and how the real monsters walk among us in human form.”
Production is scheduled to begin in 2026, with locations and final casting to be announced. The production is developed by Mermaid Pictures in association with Epic Pictures.
About Jo Southwell Jo Southwell is an award-winning writer-director whose career spans screen acting, voice-over, radio presenting and directing. Born and educated in Ireland, she has directed television, feature and immersive formats, delivering emotionally driven and visually distinct storytelling with discipline and precision. She has served as a BAFTA juror (Best Supporting Actress 2023; Best Short Form TV 2025) and is completing an MA in Screenwriting at Falmouth University.
About Mermaid Pictures Established in 2024 by Jo Southwell and Sara Gibbings, Mermaid Pictures is a UK-based production company focused on bold, female-led, genre-independent film and television. With “The Catch” as its first feature slate, the company seeks to bring imaginative and emotionally authentic stories to the screen.
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