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Death Of Jerome Fogarty, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death, today Tuesday 4th November 2025, of Mr Jerome Fogarty, Garraun, Ballinure, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Birmingham, UK.

Pre-deceased by his beloved wife Eileen, parents Jack and Madge, sisters Elsie and Rita, brothers Eddie Jackie and Jimmy; Mr Fogarty passed away peacefully, while in the care of staff at Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving son Noel, daughter-in-law Eileen, sister Maura, brothers Pat and Tom, sisters-in-law Angela, Phil, Nancy and Maggie, brother-in-law Peter, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Fogarty will repose at Devitt’s Funeral Home, The Green, Cashel, (Eircode E25 p383) on Thursday afternoon, November 6th, from 5:30pm until 7:30pm same evening.
His remains will be received into the Church of Our Lady of Fatima, Dualla, Cashel, on Friday morning, November 7th, at 11:30am to further repose for Requiem Mass, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in the adjoining graveyard.

The extended Fogarty 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 Fogarty family wish to thank most sincerely Ms Mary O’Connor and her staff at Acorn Lodge, Cashel, for the loving care and kindness shown to Mr Fogarty over the last eight years. They also wish to thank the Staff of Medical 4, Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, for the care he received during his final days.

Irish Government Completes Sixth Charter-Flight Deportation Operation Of The Year.

2025 marks the highest number of deportations from the Irish State in over 20 years.

The Government today confirms the successful completion of a deportation operation from Ireland to Georgia. A charter flight departed from Dublin at approximately 9:30pm on Monday November 3rd carrying 52 individuals subject to removal orders to Tbilisi, arriving at 2:30am Irish time this morning.

Of the 52 passengers, 45 were adults and 7 were minors, with the minors all travelling as part of family units. This marks the sixth charter-flight removal operation carried out out of the State so far this year.

Charter operations, despite their significant cost, have meaningfully enhanced the capacity of An Garda Síochána to enforce a higher number of deportation orders, forming part of the broader suite of measures to strengthen immigration enforcement and removal pathways.

With yesterday’s operation, the total number of people removed by charter flights this year now stands at 205, with a further 146 individuals removed on commercial flights. This year is shaping up to be the highest number of removals by charter and commercial flights from the State in over 20 years, underscoring the Government’s commitment to ensuring the integrity of the Irish immigration system.

A voluntary return programme remains available for persons who have no lawful status in the Irish State or whose applications for international protection have been withdrawn or refused.

The returnees on yesterday’s flight were accompanied throughout by Garda officers, medical staff, an interpreter and a human-rights observer, thus ensuring that all necessary supports and safeguards were in place.

The Irish Department of Justice and Equality is responsible for immigration policy, international protection, enforcement of removal orders and the maintenance of an immigration system that is fair, efficient and respectful of human rights.

Major Funding Secured For New 5 km Thurles Loop Walk.

€447,300 awarded to extend walking route via Mill Road, in Thurles.

It is with great pleasure that the community of Thurles welcomes a landmark advancement in local amenities: a generous fund of €447,300 has now been secured by Thurles Lions Club to realise the long-awaited 5 km looped walk extension, starting from the heart of Thurles town-centre before meandering along the N62 national route to the “Lady’s Well” path stile entrance, positioned some 100 metres north of Thurles Golf Club. By following Lady’s Well main path, the rambler will then join the route at Mill Road (formerly Manor Mill Road, latter the ‘rat run’ or current inner relief road, for vehicles avoiding Thurles town) and the road locally known, affectionately, as “Fat Arse Boulevard”.

This funding is part of a number of Tipperary projects that have been allocated more than €900,000 between them to improve outdoor recreation facilities, is a minor part of a national fund of €16.5 million for 63 projects.

Footpath plans advance for Mill Road in Thurles.

Following the first publication of the planning application by Tipperary County Council, on 24th July 2024, same seeking the installation of a footpath on the Mill Road corridor, the project has now progressed significantly. Land access has been graciously granted by local residents along Mill Road, with, we understand Tipperary Council bearing the cost of acquisition. This co-operation paves the way for the looped walk to become a safe, well-designed pedestrian route for the community.

When complete, the new path will link the town centre securely with the outskirts of the town, via an attractive, town-to-country route, promoting greater recreational walking, better access for all ages, and contributing to the well-being and amenity of the Thurles area.
Observers have welcomed the scheme as a vital safety upgrade, especially along Mill Road, where pedestrian access had long been compromised by traffic speeds and inadequate parking provision.

When the local TDs catch wind of this scheme, their press releases will no doubt exclaim with great gusto how utterly thrilled they are to have “secured” this funding, for a project they only discovered existed yesterday via their inbox.

This awarding of funding marks a significant milestone, after one year and three months since the application’s initial publication, and confirms a concrete step towards long-envisioned connectivity for the region. Next steps will include detailed design, boundary works, signage, landscaping (including new native hedging) and final construction of the concrete 1.8-metre wide footpath along the route from the existing built-up path towards the bridge at Lady’s Well.

Residents, walkers, cyclists and families in Thurles now have cause to look forward with genuine excitement, the promise of “Fat Arse Boulevard” becoming a cherished walking loop is now indeed on its way to realisation.

Residents can find, view and download the initial plans and reports HERE. (Scroll to the bottom of the link provided).

FSAI Recall Some Templetuohy, Farm Fresh Foods Products.

FSAI recall specific batches of some Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods chicken products, due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

Alert Summary dated Monday, November 3rd 2025

Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2025.59
Product Identification: Please see table below for product details.
Batch Code: Use by date: 06/10/2025

Message:
The below batches of Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods chicken products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Although these batches are past their use by date, they are suitable for home freezing. Consumers are advised to check their freezers for the implicated batches.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Product name. Use by date.Pack size.Approval number.
Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods Chicken Fillets. 06/10/2025.460g.IE 2892 EC.
Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods Chicken Pascal. 06/10/2025.460gIE 2892 EC.
Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods Fresh Chicken Fillets *10/Tray.06/10/2025.1100 gIE 2892 EC.
Templetuohy Farm Fresh Foods Garlic Chicken En-Croute.06/10/2025. 400 gIE 2892 EC.

Nature Of Danger: People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours. The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody. Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required: Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Retailers: Same are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.
Consumers: Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.

Death Of Matt Stapleton, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday of Mr Matthew (Matt) Stapleton, Atshanboe, Upperchurch, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

In his 89 year and pre-deceased by his parents Jim and Josephine, sister Freddy (Kennedy) and brother Dick; Mr Stapleton passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at Fennor Hill Care Facility, Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; brother Tom, nephews Conor and Eamon Kennedy, nieces Margaret (Kennedy), Josephine (Kinnane), Freda (Stapleton) and Marie (Kennedy), extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Stapleton will be received into the Church of the Sacred Heart, Cappanaleigh, Upperchurch, Thurles, to repose for Requiem Mass on Wednesday morning, November 5th, at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Kilvalure Cemetery, Drombane, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

The extended Stapleton 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: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Fennor Hill Care Facility.