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‘My Hidden Me’ – Book Launch – Cashel Library.

Ms Maura Barrett, (Cashel Library) Reports:

Next Tuesday, 9th December 2025, at 6.30pm Cashel Library are delighted to host a Book Launch of ‘My Hidden Me’, by local woman Ms Margaret O’Donnell and illustrated beautifully by Ms Majella Ryan.

The proceeds of this stunning poetry collection will go to the Children’s Health Foundation (CHI)

Wine & Nibbles reception at 6.30pm sharp will be followed by the book launch and all welcome to attend.

Ms Margaret O’Donnell has stated. “I live in the Golden Vale of Tipperary. I have loved putting this book together. I’ve finally found the courage to set my hidden me free with my poetry. I hope my words helps the reader to set their hidden me free too.”

Visitors attending this event can locate the Cashel Library building; situated on Friar Street, Lady’s Well, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, HERE. (Eircode E25 K798).

Thurles Planning Alerts From Tipperary County Council.

Application Ref: 2561220.
Applicant: Michael Campbell.
Development Address: Stradavoher, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: construction of a 1.5-storey private dwelling, utilising the existing permitted vehicular entrance onto Stradavoher Road (Reg. Ref. 19601054), connection to the public water supply and public foul sewer, provision of SuDS-compliant surface water drainage.
Status: N/A.
Application Received: 27/11/2025.
Decision Date: N/A.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2561220/0

Application Ref: 2561217.
Applicant: Rory O’Regan.
Development Address: Knockroe, Thurles , Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: a new dwelling house, alteration of entrance from previously granted planning reference no. 2560354 to include re-routing of truck entrance and to form a new domestic entrance, new wastewater treatment system and all associated site works.
Status: N/A.
Application Received: 26/11/2025.
Decision Date: N/A.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2561217/0.

Application Ref: 2561219.
Applicant: Damien Ryan.
Development Address: At The Corner Of Westgate And Croke Street , Thurles , Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: for change of use of existing ground floor from retail/commercial use to residential use, with changes to the front and side elevations of the existing building with all associated siteworks.
Status: N/A.
Application Received: 26/11/2025.
Decision Date: N/A.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2561219/0.

Application Ref: 25209.
Applicant: Coolross Homes Ltd.
Development Address: Thurles Townparks Bohernamona And Bowling Green , Thurles , Co. Tipperary
Development Description: demolition of existing wall at Bohernamona Road, Thurles and creation of new vehicular and pedestrian entrance from Bohernamona Road, creation of new crossing point via raised table from the application site to the existing playpark at Loughtagalla Park,
Status: Refused
Application Received: 06/10/2025
Decision Date: 26/11/2025
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/25209/0

Application Ref: 25208.
Applicant: Coolross Homes Ltd.
Development Address: Lands To The North Of Mitchel Street, Thurles Townparks And Bohernamona , Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: demolition of a section of wall (in part) at Mitchel Street and partial demolition of 3 no. outbuildings within the site to create a point of vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access from Mitchel Street north into the site; development of 75 no. residential.
Status: Refused.
Application Received: 06/10/2025.
Decision Date: 26/11/2025.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/25208/0.

Application Ref: 2560835.
Applicant: Michael Quinlan.
Development Address: 10 Butler Avenue, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: a new extension to the rear of the existing dwelling and RETENTION PERMISSION for a new vehicular entrance to the front of the property and all associated site works
Status: Conditional.
Application Received: 26/08/2025.
Decision Date: 24/11/2025.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2560835/0.

Application Ref: 2560563.
Applicant: Patrick Ryan
Development Address: 21 Butler Avenue , Thurles , Co. Tipperary
Development Description: the construction of a new first floor extension to the rear of an existing dwelling, with changes to existing floor plan and elevations and all associated siteworks
Status: Conditional.
Application Received: 16/06/2025
Decision Date: 28/11/2025.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2560563/0.

Death Of Jim Lanigan, Formerly Of Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, on Sunday 16th November 2025, of Mr James (Jim) Lanigan, Manchester, UK and formerly of Garrynoe, Ballingarry, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents Daniel and Kathleen and his sister Eileen Nugent-Dempsey; Mr Lanigan passed away peacefully following a short illness.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving brothers Danny, Martin, Patrick and Oliver, sisters Mary (Lyons) and Margaret (Moore), nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Lanigan will repose for Requiem Mass in Manchester UK, on Thursday 18th December, followed by a Service of Cremation. The interment of his ashes will take place in the Old Cemetery, Ballingarry, Thurles, Co. Tipperary at a later date.

The extended Lanigan 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.

Death Of Sr. Nuala MacCarthy, Formerly Of Thurles, Co Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Tuesday 2nd December 2025, of Sr. Nuala MacCarthy (Franciscan Missionaries of Mary), Rush, Co. Dublin and formerly of Thurles, Co Tipperary.

The passing of Sr Nuala is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving brother Des, sister-in-law Tina, grand nieces and nephews Claire, Nick, Shirley, Tom, Mark and Rory, her religious community, extended family neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Sr Nuala will repose for Requiem Mass on Friday morning, December 5th, at 11:00am in St Maur’s Church, Rush, Co. Dublin followed by interment in Whitestown Cemetery, Rush, Co. Dublin.

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

The extended MacCarthy 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.

Newly-Weds Withdraw €120,000 Compensation Claim After Honeymoon Photos Revealed.

A newly married couple have withdrawn a joint €120,000 personal injuries claim after their own honeymoon photos undermined their case.

Mr Arthur McInerney, aged 22 years, of Highfield Meadows, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, and Ms MaryMarie McCarthy, aged 21 years, of Cabra Grove, Holycross Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, had alleged they were injured when a Bentley limousine taking them from a wedding to Dublin Airport, was struck on a roundabout near Swords.

According to their claim, Mr McInerney suffered a back injury, while Ms McCarthy claimed she struck her forehead against a rear side window.

However, during cross-examination, their defence barrister produced photos of the couple apparently enjoying activities such as water-slides and a jeep safari, during their honeymoon in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, just hours after the collision. On seeing these images, both individuals withdrew their respective €60,000 compensation claims.

Under questioning, the couple admitted they had taken over-the-counter painkillers to “make the best of the holiday,” and conceded they had not sought medical treatment for up to two months after returning to Ireland.

When Justice, Mr James O’Donohoe, noted there was no visible mark on Ms McCarthy’s forehead in a photo taken on the first night of the honeymoon, she stated that she had covered it with fake tan. The court was told of further photos, including one showing Mr McInerney climbing Croagh Patrick, posted online after their return, which also damaged the couples claim.

Following a brief adjournment, both parties informed the court that their claims were being withdrawn and could be struck out.
The defendant’s insurers did not seek legal costs.