Thurles Information

Pigs Liver Casserole.

This 142 year old receipe, for Pigs Liver Casserole, was originally sourced from Mr Adam Hodgkins, Nenagh, Co Tipperary, back in 1883. (Any remaining family I wonder?)

Back then pig’s liver we are informed was “of a high standard in Ireland when cooked in the following way, and resembles goose liver”. Latter goose liver or “Pâté de Foie Gras”, French for ‘fat liver’, a specialty food product made up of the liver of a duck or goose fattened by ‘gavage’ or the administration of food by force, especially to a bird/animal, typically through a tube leading down its throat into its stomach.
In the Ireland of 2025, restaurants menus would possibly title Pigs Liver Casserole as French or Scandinavian Liver Pâté.

**Book ‘A taste of Ireland’** *(1968)* **and its author Theodora FitzGibbon** *(1916-1991)*.

This receipe is featured in a rare book entitled “A Taste Of Ireland”, initially published by Mrs Theodora FitzGibbon, some 57 years ago, in 1968.

The recipe, if you would like to try it, is as follows.

One lb (0.45 kg) pigs liver.
Six rashers of bacon (streaky if possible).
One large onion.
A little flour.
A half teaspoon of meat essence.
One tablespoon chopped parsley.
One cup water or stock.
Salt and pepper.

Remove the rind from the streaky rashers and lay two on the bottom of a casserole dish.
Rub the liver slices (see that they are not sliced too thin) in the flower.
Then put half the sliced onion on top of the rashers, followed by a layer of liver.
Repeat this until all the ingredients have been used up, ending with streaky rashers.
Season very well between layers, then add the Parsley, the stock of water, cover and cook in a moderate oven. (350 Fahrenheit Electric or gas mark 4) for no longer than one and a half hours.
The liver can be left in one piece if preferred, in which case cook for two hours.
Dish serves three to four persons.

Note: Pigs liver is regarded by medical experts as being highly nutritious; containing essential substances necessary for the body’s functioning, including vitamins A, B, and D vitamins, protein, folic acid (B9), iron, and certain digestive enzymes.

It is particularly high in vitamin A compared to other foods like meat, fish, eggs, etc. This high vitamin A content supports eye health, helps treat night blindness, and prevents dry eyes, and eye fatigue.

While not suitable for everyone, when eaten in moderation, liver can be a nutritious addition to your diet.

Death Of Kay Bourke, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death today, Saturday 26th July 2025, of Mrs Kathleen (Kay) Bourke (nee Hayes), Kinsale, Co. Cork and formerly of London and Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her husband Paddy; Mrs Bourke passed away, while in the care of her family, supported by staff at Haven Bay Care Centre and Dr. Helen Barry.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; daughters Rita and Catrina, sons Sean, Eamonn, Noel and Anthony, grandchildren Oisín, Clódagh, Oscar, Elly, Claire, Domonic, Tom, Stephanie, Jodie, Róisín, Olivia and George, great-grandchildren Sean, Teddy, Órlagh, Roscoe and Celeste, daughters-in-law Lorna, Marietta and Karen, sons-in-law John and Niall, sisters-in-law Mary (Burke) and Kathleen (Hayes), nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Rest In Peace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The remains of Mrs Burke will repose at Gabriel and O’Donovan’s Funeral Home, Kinsale, Co. Cork, (Eircode P17 WC61) on tomorrow evening, Sunday July 27th, from 7:00pm until 8:00pm.
Her remains will repose at Brett’s Funeral Home, No 6 Kickham Street Mullinahone, Thurles (Eircode E41EV78) on Tuesday afternoon, July 29th, from 5:00pm until 6:30pm, before being received into the Church of St Michael, Mullinahone, Thurles, at 7:00pm same evening.
Requiem Mass Mrs Burke will be celebrated on Wednesday afternoon, July 30th at 2:00pm, followed by interment, immediately afterwards in Kilbride Cemetery, Callan, Co. Kilkenny.

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

The extended Burke and Hayes families 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.

In ár gcroíthe go deo.

Death Of Christy Finn, Formerly Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with sadness that we learned of the death yesterday, Friday 25th July 2025, of Mr Christopher (Christy) Finn, Tallaght, Co. Dublin and formerly of Holycross, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Mr Finn, passed away peacefully, following a long illness, surrounded by his loving family;

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife and best friend Clare, daughter Orlagh and stepsons Gerard, Liam, Larry, Robert and Greg, adored grandchildren, sisters, brothers, son-in-law Ray, daughters-in-law Amy, Colleen, Kate and Celine, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours, a wide circle of friends, especially his four legged friend Buddy.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Finn will repose at his place of ordinary residence on tomorrow Sunday and on Monday, July 27th and 28th.
His remains will be received into the Church of St Mary’s Priory, Tallaght, Co. Dublin, (Eircode D24 X585) on Tuesday morning, July 29th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by Interment in Newcastle Cemetery, Greenoge, Co. Dublin.

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

The extended Finn 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: House strictly private on Tuesday morning.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Road Alert For L-4027 Bohernanave – Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

New four day Traffic Management set for west of Thurles Town, Co. Tipperary.

Temporary four day traffic management expected on the L-4027, Bohernanave, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, from Tuesday July 29th, 2025, until Friday August 1st 2025.

Note: Local Access only, with traffic delays expected.

Nenagh – Borrisoleigh Road, Co. Tipperary To Close.

Intention To Close R-498-175 Kilkeary, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.

**Road closure expected from Kilkeary Crossroads to Ballinamona Crossroads.**

Notice is hereby given that Tipperary County Council propose to make an order closing: the R-498-175 Nenagh to Borrisoleigh road at Kilkeary. The road will be closed from Kilkeary Crossroads to Ballinamona Crossroads.

Period Of Closure: From 7:00am to 7:00pm, for three days, commencing from Monday August 25th 2025 to Wednesday August 27th 2025.

Alternative Routes:
South Bound traffic from Nenagh to Borrisoleigh:
At Kilkeary crossroads, divert north on the L6078 to Norwood, east on the R445 to Toomevara, south on the R499 to Ballinamona and re-join the R498 at Ballinamona crossroads.

North Bound Traffic from Borrisoleigh to Nenagh:
At Ballinamona crossroads, divert north on the R499 to Toomevara, west on the R445 to Norwood, south on the L6078 to Kilkeary and re-join the R498 at Kilkeary crossroads.
Alternatively, Nenagh bound traffic can continue straight ahead on the R445 at Norwood.

Reason For Closure: To facilitate the resurfacing works.

Note: Objections to the proposed temporary closure may be submitted, in writing, to Road Closures, Roads & Transportation, Tipperary County Council, Civic Offices, Limerick Road, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, not later than 12:00 noon on Thursday 31 July 2025 or by e-mail to roadclosures@tipperarycoco.ie