Thurles Information

Suspected Cocaine Seized In North Tipperary Garda Operation.

€17,000 Worth Of Suspected Cocaine Seized In Nenagh Garda Operation.

Gardaí attached to the North Tipperary Divisional Drugs Unit carried out a planned search of a property in Nenagh on Wednesday, November 19th, under warrant.

During the course of the operation, officers recovered suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of €17,000, along with as yet a public undeclared quantity of cash.

A man was arrested at the scene and detained at Nenagh Garda Station. He was subsequently charged and appeared before Nenagh District Court yesterday, Thursday, November 20th. The identity of the man arrested has not yet been publicly reported.

The suspected drugs have been sent for forensic examination, and a file will now be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Death Of Niall Brennan, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the tragic death, on Saturday 18th October 2025, of Mr Niall Brennan, No.8 River Court, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Gurteen Penn, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; heart broken and loving parents Margaret and Paul, brothers John and Matthew, uncles Alan, Robert, Tony, Patrick and Michael, aunts Patricia, Angela, Bernadette, Ann, Bridie, Mary and Kathleen, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Brennan will repose at Brett’s Funeral Home, Kickham Street, Mullinahone, Thurles, (Eircode E41 EV78), on Saturday afternoon next, November 22nd from 5:00pm until 8:00pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the nearby Church of St Michael, Mullinahone, Thurles, (Eircode E41 EW94), to further repose for Requiem Mass on Sunday morning, November 23rd, at 11:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in St Michael’s Cemetery, Killaghy, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

For those persons who would wish to attend Requiem Mass for Mr Brennan, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended Brennan 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.

The Brennan family would like to express their sincere thanks to the Gardai, Civil Defence, Fire, Ambulance Service, and the people of Mullinahone and surrounding areas who helped in the search for Mr Brennan. They will be forever grateful for all the kindness shown to them.

Note Please: House Strictly Private.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

FSAI Recall Nutrilean Chocolate Brownie Overnight Oats.

Food Safety Authority of Ireland recall of a batch of Nutrilean Chocolate Brownie Overnight Oats, due to presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Alert Summary dated Thursday, November 20th 2025

Category 1: For Action.
Alert Notification: 2025.64.
Product Identification: Nutrilean Chocolate Brownie Overnight Oats; pack size: 180g.
Batch Code Best before: 25.11.2025.
Country Of Origin: United Kingdom.

Message: The above batch of Nutrilean Chocolate Brownie Overnight Oats is being recalled due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Nature Of Danger: Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required: Manufacturers, Wholesalers, Distributors, Caterers & Retailers:
Retailers: Same are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Wholesalers/Distributors: Same are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated batch and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.

Israeli Biotech Unveils First Human Implant Of Lab-Grown 3D Cornea.

Israel-US Biotech Restores Sight with World’s First 3D-Bio-Printed Human Cornea.

In a major medical breakthrough, Precise Bio has successfully implanted the world’s first fully 3D-bio-printed corneal implant into a human patient, restoring vision for a person who had been legally blind in one eye.

Precise Bio is a clinical-stage company developing 3D-bio-fabricated human tissues and organs. Its lead project, PB-001, is the world’s first bio-printed cornea to reach human trials. The company has operations in both Israel and the U.S.

The surgery, conducted on October 29th last, 2025 at Rambam Medical Center in Haifa, Israel, used PB-001, a lab-grown cornea made from human corneal. Unlike conventional grafts, which rely on donor tissue, PB-001 is printed using advanced robotics in a GMP-certified facility.

“This Israeli breakthrough is hugely promising,” says Professor Thomas Ritter, a leading ophthalmologist and scientist at the University of Galway, who heads the EU-funded RESTORE VISION consortium tackling rare eye diseases. “Across Europe, we face a critical shortage of donor corneas, and a technology that can produce bio-printed corneas at scale could be truly transformational. In Ireland in particular, demand for corneal transplants is growing, but we rely on imported donor tissue. If we can get to a point where lab-grown corneas are reliable and safe, it could redefine eye care and reduce the burden on transplant waiting lists.”

There is a global shortage of donor corneas. Precise Bio believes its technology could dramatically increase supply: one donated cornea might generate hundreds of implants. The implant is designed for long-term storage, it can be cryopreserved and shipped pre-loaded on surgical devices.

The ongoing Phase 1 clinical trial, (at Rambam, Haifa, Israel), aims to enrol 10-15 patients with corneal dysfunction. Six-month results are expected in the second half of 2026.

What the Experts Say.
Aryeh Batt, CEO of Precise Bio stated, “This is a turning point for regenerative ophthalmology — real hope for millions with corneal blindness. For the first time, a corneal implant grown entirely in the lab has been safely implanted in a patient.”
Professor Michael Mimouni, who led the surgery stated, “We have witnessed, for the first time, a cornea made from living human cells bring back sight. It was an unforgettable moment, a glimpse of a future where donor scarcity no longer condemns people to darkness.”
Dr. Anthony Atala, Co-Founder of Precise Bio stated, “PB-001 could become a standardised, scalable solution, safe, effective, and ready on demand. It may reshape how we think about transplants.”

Government Sets Out Roadmap For Justice, Security and Migration.

The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has published its Statement of Strategy 2025–2028, outlining key priorities and planned reforms for the years ahead. The Strategy sets out a commitment to strengthening public safety, supporting secure communities and delivering on the Government’s programme, Securing Ireland’s Future.

Central to the plan is continued investment in An Garda Síochána, with a focus on increased recruitment and the provision of the resources and legislation needed to support effective policing. Over the next five years, almost 1,600 new prison spaces will be delivered, and both the Prison Service and Probation Service will be supported to ensure appropriate and effective sanctions are available to the courts.

A broad legislative agenda will be advanced, including measures to allow the retrospective use of facial recognition technology in serious crime investigations, reforms to the handling of counselling records in sexual offence cases, and legislation to criminalise sex-for-rent. The International Protection Bill will reset Ireland’s protection process in line with the EU Migration Pact, while safeguarding the integrity of the State’s immigration framework.

The Strategy also commits to improving access to justice by reducing court waiting times, reforming legal aid, and modernising the Coroners Service to provide more timely and compassionate support to bereaved families.

A rules-based, fair and balanced immigration system remains a core focus. Work will begin on Ireland’s first National Migration and Integration Strategy, recognising the important contribution of migrants to society while ensuring that immigration rules are enforced.

The Department acknowledges the contributions of staff, stakeholders and members of the public who helped shape the Strategy, and reaffirms its commitment to building a justice system that supports a safe, fair and inclusive Ireland.