Thurles Information

Death Of Lily Maher, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Sunday 4th January 2026, of Mrs Lily Maher (née Ryan), Athnid, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly Cappamore, Co. Limerick.

Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Paddy, parents Elizabeth and John; Mrs Maher passed away peacefully, following a short illness while in the care of staff at Tipperary University Hospital.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving sons Paul and Colm, daughters-in-law Tricia and Siobhan, grandchildren Emma, Aisling and Aoife, sisters Bridget and Marie, brothers Tommy and John, nephews, nieces, sister-in-law Mary, brothers-in-law Connie and Dick, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Maher will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, (Eircode E41 CP59) on Tuesday afternoon, January 6th, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm same evening.
Her remains will be received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles, on Wednesday morning January 7th, at 10:30am, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Lognafulla, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Maher 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.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Gardaí Seek Assistance In Tracing Whereabouts Of Tipperary Man.

Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Mr Ciaran Moorehouse, aged 27, who has been reported missing from his home in Cashel, Co. Tipperary since Thursday the 1st January 2026.

**Missing Mr Ciaran Moorehouse, Cashel, Tipperary**.

Mr Moorehouse is described as being approximately 5’ 10” (1.778 metres) in height and of a slim build, with black, short hair and brown eyes.

He was last seen in Clonmel Town at approximately 7:00am on the morning of New Years Day. He was wearing an orange illuminous jacket.

Ciaran’s family and Gardaí are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information on Ciaran’s whereabouts is asked to contact Clonmel Garda Station Tel; 052 617 7640, the Garda Confidential Line Tel; 1800 666 111, or indeed any Garda station.

UPDATE: We are happy to relate that Mr Ciaran Moorehouse has been located safe and well.

Death Of Mary Slattery, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, yesterday, Saturday 3rd January 2026, of Ms Mary Slattery, Fontenoy Terrace, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Shevry, Upperchurch, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her parents Tom and Kitty, and brother Michael; the passing of Ms Slattery is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; heartbroken brothers Seamus, Thomas and Sean, sisters, Ann, and Joan, brothers-in-law Austin and Gerry, sisters-in-law Mary and Tracy, adored nieces and nephews Tomas, Cathy, Robbie, John, Caroline, David, Hannah, Millie, Alfie and Belle, grandnieces Amelia and Isla, grandnephews Jack and Shane, aunt Kitty McLoughlin, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Ms Slattery will repose at O’Dwyer’s Funeral Home, Cappanaleigh, Upperchurch, Thurles, (Eircode E41 FN34) on tomorrow evening, Monday January 5th, from 6:00pm until 7:30pm.
Her remains will be received into the Church of the Sacred Heart, Upperchurch, Thurles, on Tuesday morning at 11:00am to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:30am, followed by interment, immediately afterwards in nearby Upperchurch Cemetery, Upperchurch, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Slattery 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.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Jersey Thursday.

Lyrics and Vocals: Scottish musician, songwriter(lyrics emblematic of the flower power era) and record producer, Donovan Phillips Leitch, known mononymously (without a surname or middle name), using only the single name ‘Donovan‘.

The song, hereunder, depicts a dreamy, mystical scene of “gulls wheeling, spinning” by the seaside on a Thursday. The lyrics evoke a peaceful, timeless feeling, not specifically tied to any location, but rather a mood, possibly hinting at a quiet, reflective time, spent away from the usual busy bustle of everyday living.

Jersey Thursday.

Jersey Thursday.

In the tiny piece of coloured glass my love was born,
And reds and golds and yellows were the colours in the dawn.
Night brought on its purple cloak of velvet to the sky,
And the girls go willing spinning on Jersey Thursday.

In the tiny piece of coloured glass my love was born,
And reds and golds and yellows were the colours in the dawn.
Night brought on its purple cloak of velvet to the sky,
And the gulls were wheeling, spinning on Jersey Thursday.

END

Wolf Moon Lights Up Tipperary Skies Tonight.

With Tipperary skies cloud free tonight, the first full moon of 2026, known as the Wolf Moon, lights up our skies.

Why is it called the Wolf Moon, I hear you ask?
The name “Wolf Moon” is traditionally used to name the January full moon. It’s commonly linked to winter folklore, particularly the idea of wolves howling more often in midwinter, and belongs to a wider set of seasonal full-moon names popularised in North America and echoed in other traditions. It’s also been known historically by other names in some traditions, including the “Moon After Yule.”

The term “supermoon” is not a formal astronomical definition, but is widely used in public skywatching guides.
Ireland’s first full moon of the year, the Wolf Moon, reached peak illumination this morning (10:02am Irish time/GMT), with skywatchers getting their best viewing opportunities from Friday evening (January 2nd 2026) through the weekend, weather permitting.

This January 26 full moon is also widely being described as a “supermoon”, an informal term used when a full moon occurs relatively close to Earth in its orbit, which can make it appear a little larger and brighter than average. Even if you have already missed the exact peak time earlier this morning, not to worry, the moon will still look full to the naked eye across this weekend, all you need is a clear horizon, and a few minutes outside away from bright street lighting.

Best ways to see it in Ireland.
Look for moonrise at dusk: the moon will rise in the east around sunset and climb higher as the evening goes on, with times varying by location.
Try an open viewpoint: parks, beaches, higher ground, or anywhere with a clear eastern sky.
Use binoculars or a small telescope; while the “full” phase flattens shadows on the lunar surface, it can still be striking, especially near the horizon.