Thurles Information

Death Of Angela O’Kelly, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday Tuesday 10th February 2026, of Mrs Angela O’Kelly (née Butler), No.57 Cluain Glas, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, and formerly of Toher, Templetuohy and King Avenue, Yonkers, New York.

Pre-deceased by her husband Tom, her parents Martin and Margaret (Gretta), brother Tom, sister Brid, brothers-in-law Dan and Sean and sister-in-law Christine; Mrs O’Kelly passed away peacefully at her place of ordinary residence, surrounded by her loving family.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving sister Carmel (Campion, Moyne), brothers Michael (New York), Eddie (New Jersey), sisters in law, stepdaughter Mary, stepson Tommy, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs O’Kelly will be received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles, (Eircode E41 A528), at 10:30am, to repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Templemore, Co. Tipperary.

The extended families wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time.

Note Please: Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired, to Milford Hospice, Castletroy Co. Limerick, in memory of Mrs Angela O’Kelly (née Butler).

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The Vee, Tipperary, In The Running For National “Best Drives” Award.

The Vee in the running for national “Best Drives” award, and here’s how to back Tipperary.

One of Ireland’s most dramatic road trips is in the spotlight this week, with The Vee shortlisted in the Best Drives series, run by The Journal in association with Allianz Insurance. The series celebrates standout scenic routes around the country, and the overall winner will be rewarded with a dedicated video feature shared across The Journal’s platforms.

Why ‘The Vee’ is turning heads:
The nomination describes ‘The Vee’, (VIEW HERE ), as “one of the most visually stunning drives in Ireland”, and it’s easy to see why. Named for its famous V-shaped bend, the route climbs into the Knockmealdown Mountains and opens up sweeping views over valleys and patchwork farmland below
On clear days, you’re treated to big skies and big horizons, with views stretching towards the Galtee Mountains, home to Galtymore (917.9m), widely noted as the highest inland mountain in the country.
And then there’s the height of the pass itself: The Vee rises to around 610 metres (2,000 feet) above sea level, adding that unmistakable “mountain road” feel, especially as the road curls past the lake and viewpoint.

The suggested starting route:
The drive can be started from either Clonmel or Cahir, continuing through Clogheen, up and over The Vee, and onwards towards Lismore.
It’s a route that manages to feel like a proper road trip without demanding an entire day, ideal if you want a scenic spin with a few memorable stops built in.

Don’t miss Bay Lough:
A highlight mentioned in the nomination is Bay Lough, latter a quiet, upland lake close to the high point of the pass. It’s a natural “pull in, step out, and take it all in” moment, whether you’re after photos, fresh air, or a calm pause mid-drive.
The nomination also suggests taking to the water, including kayaking, as part of the experience, underlining the sense that this is more than a nice view from a car window; it’s an outdoorsy corner of the county worth lingering in.

A route on the Tipperary–Waterford line:
The Vee sits right on the border, straddling Tipperary and Waterford, a gateway drive that shows off the best of both sides of the mountains, with wide open panoramas and that signature V-shaped turn that gives the route its name.

How to vote:
Tipperary County Council has urged people to “support Tipperary with your vote” as the poll goes live.
To take part, look up The Journal’s “Allianz Best Drives” poll HERE and please do cast your vote for The Vee. (As we go to press now running in second place).

Tip: As always on upland routes, take it handy on bends, expect changing conditions, and pull in safely when stopping for photos, the views will still be there when you arrive.

Death Of Ann Ward, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, on Monday 9th February 2026 of Mrs Ann Ward, (née Curran), Lucan, Co. Dublin and formerly of Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her father Rody, her mother Margaret, and her brothers John and Fergus; Mrs Ward passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, while in the care of staff at Marymount Care Centre, Westmanstown, Lucan, Co. Dublin.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving husband Eoin, sons Padraic and Cillian, daughters Una and Aoife, adored grandchildren Róisín and Finn, brothers Billy, Malachy, Pat, Rodge, Albert, sisters Sarah (McManus), Peggy (Coughlan), Mary (Scanlon) and Honorah (Sooter), son-in-law Graham, daughter-in-law Katia, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Ward will repose at Cunninghams Funeral Home, Lucan, Dublin, (Eircode K78 R2 C1) on Thursday evening, February 12th, from 6:00pm until 8:00pm.
Her remains will be received into the Church of St. Mary, Lucan Road, Lucan, Dublin on Friday morning next, February 13th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 10:00am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Esker Lawn Cemetery, Lucan, Co. Dublin, (Eircode K78 E9T7).

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

The extended Ward and Curran 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.

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Death Of Kathy Major, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, on Sunday 8th February 2026 of Mrs Kathy Major, (née Kavanagh), Killenyarda, Holycross, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her beloved husband John, parents Patrick & Johanna and brothers Joey and Pakie; Mrs Major passed away peacefully following a short illness, surrounded by her family, while in the care of staff at the ICU Unit and Med 2 Unit of Tipperary University Hospital.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving sister Teresa (Butler), nieces Annette, Josephine (Lowry), Elaine (Kavanagh Brennan), Jennifer, Caroline and Trina, nephews Michéal, Paddy, Mark, P.J., Jason and Patrick, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces, great-grandnephews, her god-daughter Nina, godson Jamie, extended relatives, a large circle of friends especially Ann, Helen and Margaret and her fantastic neighbours, especially Tom and Veronica O’Dwyer, Joe Bourke, Michael & Kathleen Ferncombe and Catherine O’Gorman.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Major will repose at Devitt’s Funeral Home, The Green Cashel, Co. Tipperary, on Friday afternoon next, February 13th, from 5:30pm until 7:30pm same evening.
Her remains will be received into the former Cistercian Monastery Abbey, at Holycross, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, (Eircode E41 PH01), to further repose for Requiem Mass on Saturday morning, February 14th, at 11:00am, followed by a Service of Cremation at The Island Crematorium, Rocky Island, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork at 2:00pm.

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

The extended Major 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.

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FSAI Reports Closure Order Served On Tipperary Foodstore.

Closure Order served on Bansha foodstore as FSAI reports four January closures.

A food business in Bansha, Co Tipperary has been served with a Closure Order after an inspection found unsafe food being held for sale or supply past its ‘use by’ date, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland has confirmed.

The order was served by Environmental Health Officers in the Health Service Executive on 19th January 2026 on O’Connell’s Foodstore, under the European Union (Official Controls in Relation to Food Legislation) Regulations, 2020.

What the Closure Order means for the Bansha premises.
The notice relates specifically to the holding of foods labelled with ‘use by’ dates for the purpose of sale or supply. (It does not restrict the sale or supply of foods labelled with a ‘best before’ date.)
The FSAI said one of the reasons for enforcement action during January included unsafe food placed on the market that was past its ‘use by’ dates.

FSAI: “No excuse for bad practice”.
Commenting on the January enforcement list, FSAI chief executive Mr Greg Dempsey said inspectors are continuing to find recurring problems, including poor hygiene and pest issues, and stressed that a robust food safety management system and a clean premises are basic legal requirements.

Other January Closure Orders (briefly).
The FSAI report also lists three other businesses served with Closure Orders in January:

The Shamrock Lodge (kitchen only), Finglas, Dublin 11.
White Sands Hotel (small ground-floor kitchen), Portmarnock, Co Dublin.
Chillers Restaurant and Lounge, Clondalkin, Dublin 22.

The FSAI notes that details of enforcement orders are published on its website, and that Closure Orders and Improvement Orders remain listed for a period after issues found are corrected.