Thurles Information

Fields of Athenry.

Lyrics: Dublin born Irish folk singer/songwriter the late Pete St John (Peter Mooney 1932 – 2022).
Vocals: Irish based singer-songwriter Sina Theil.

Fields of Athenry.

By a lonely prison wall,
I heard a young girl calling,
“Michael, they have taken you away.
For you stole Trevelyan’s corn,
So the young might see the morn,
Now a prison ship lies waiting in the bay”.
Low lie the fields of Athenry,
Where once we watched the small free birds fly.
Our love was on the wing, we had dreams and songs to sing,
It’s so lonely ’round the fields of Athenry.
By a lonely prison wall,
I heard a young man calling,
“Nothing matters, Mary, when you’re free.
Against the famine and the crown,
I rebelled, they cut me down,
Now you must raise our child with dignity”.
Low lie the fields of Athenry,
Where once we watched the small free birds fly.
Our love was on the wing we had dreams and songs to sing,
It’s so lonely ’round the fields of Athenry.
By a lonely harbour wall,
She watched the last star falling,
As the prison ship sailed out against the sky.
For she lived in hope and pray,
For her love in Botany Bay,
It’s so lonely ’round the fields of Athenry.
Low lie the fields of Athenry,
Where once we watched the small free birds fly.
Our love was on the wing we had dreams and songs to sing,
It’s so lonely ’round the fields of Athenry.
Low lie the fields of Athenry,
Where once we watched the small free birds fly.
Our love was on the wing we had dreams and songs to sing,
It’s so lonely ’round the fields of Athenry.
It’s so lonely ’round the fields of Athenry.

END

Death Of Micháel Fitzgibbon, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Saturday 22nd February 2025, of Mr Micháel Fitzgibbon, Monakeeba, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by his parents Josephine and John-Joe, brother Sean, sister Mary (Connolly), son-in-law Gary (Wicks), brother-in-law Edward (McGoldrick); Mr Fitzgibbon passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, while in the care of staff of St Theresa’s Nursing Home, Thurles.

His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; devoted and loving wife Ann (née McGoldrick), son John, daughters Michelle (Wicks), Siobhan (Fogarty), Aisling (Quirke), Áine, Marie and Carmel, 19 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, daughter-in-law Martina, sons-in-law Joe, Maurice and David, brothers Liam and Patrick, sisters Bridin (O’Gorman), Siobhan (Casey), Ann (Harris) and Teresa (Shaw), nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mr Fitzgibbon will repose at Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, on Monday afternoon, February 24th, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm.
His remains will be received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles, on Tuesday morning, February 25th, at 10:30am to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Moyne Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Fitzgibbon, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended Fitzgibbon and McGoldrick 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.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Annual Mná Month in Cashel Library, Co. Tipperary.

Mná Month, is held in Cashel Library every year during the month of March. The entire month morphs into one long celebration of women and it is done creatively.

International Women’s Day falls on March 8th and Mother’s Day traditionally falls towards the end of March, making this month the ideal time to make this event happen.

In a joint collaboration between Creative Ireland and Tipperary County Council Library Service, patrons are invited to celebrate women by tapping into their creativity.

The year 2025 marks the fifth year of this month-long celebration of women, with the library formerly hosting big names like Rachel Blackmore, Una Healy, Bibi Baskin, Rosemary Smyth and many more. The library will host a wonderful programme of FREE events that celebrate the achievements of women.

**Annual Mná Month in Cashel Library, Co. Tipperary.**

“This year the library service particularly welcomes non-nationals, the LGBTQ+ community, the active aged and adults who live with Dementia and Neurodivergence” says Ms Maura Barrett, (Branch Librarian and co-ordinator); adding “The library service is for everyone and it is important that we spread our reach as far as is possible.”

Saturday March 1st, Mná Month begins with a concert by the Wood of O, with doors open at 7.30pm. Comprising of singer-songwriter Ms Breege Phelan and Songwriter/Composer Mr Will McLellan, who have been mesmerising audiences for nearly a decade now, with their own unique original material and classic folk songs.

On Monday March 3rd, beginning at 11:00am the Cashel library will host ‘Write Minds Poetry Workshop’ facilitated by Ms Eileen Acheson & Ms Jenny Cox. This Poetry & Wellness is targeted at beginner and early-stage writers and is a fun and safe space, where writers are encouraged to put pen to paper using creative prompts, and wellness techniques.

On Monday March 3rd, and Monday March 10th beginning at 2:00pm Cashel library hosts English Conversation for new arrivals with experienced Failte Isteach tutors. These are fun filled and structured English conversations for beginners, intermediate and advanced learners of English.

On Tuesday 4th, Wednesday 5th & Thursday 6th of March, beginning at 2:00pm, Cashel library hosts a ‘Mnásome Quiz’, for the Active Aged, facilitated by librarian Ms Claire Grant. This promises to be both competitive and great craic with prizes for the winning team.
Also, on Tuesday March 4th, beginning at 6:00pm, there is an Art Exhibition Launch with well-known and local artist Ms Joan O’Brien, who paints the female essence and her emotions. Her work embodies the mystical, spiritual and ethereal side of nature. Joan utilises mixed media like glass, paint and inks in her art works. This exhibition continues for the month.

On Saturday March 8th, beginning at 11:00am, there will be ‘Circle Dancing’ on International Women’s Day with Ms Tracey Tobin. Circle Dance is a gentle healing way to bring body, mind & spirit together. This workshop helps to relieve daily stress and release creative energy. It is the place where you can let your mind learn from your body.
“I’ve always been struck by the quiet and unsummed female attribute of women’s creativity”, states Ms Maura Barrett (co-ordinator), “It is something that often goes undeclared but does so much to enrich the lives of others. This gift of creativity, drawn from the heart and mind is freely given, and translates into many things. It all requires vision, imagination, organisation, problem solving and orchestrating which is a creative skillset, even if many women don’t recognise it as such.”

Other events will include Comhrá as gaeilge; Hidden History (in collaboration with the County Museum); Genealogy; Making Birdboxes (with Elke Wilson); Jewellery Making (with GG Designs); Celtic Ceol & Craic (with Ms Patrice Davern); Candle Painting and Print Making (with Ms Lisa Manton); Women’s Health (with Ms Sabine Eggars); Crystal Healing (with Eileen Heneghan); Shamanic Drumming (with the O’Riains); Mnásome Karoke; Ceili Dancing; Queer Stories; Author Interviews and a Movie Night.

Every event is open to all regardless of pronoun. You can view the schedule of events on Tipperary County Council’s Library Service’s website HERE or simply pick up a hard copy of the brochure in the branch itself.

Note: Do please make sure to book your place early if you see an event you like, because seating accomodation will get booked very quickly as the month progresses!
Booking Please to Tel: 062 63825

You can locate the Cashel Library building, situated on Friar Street, Lady’s Well, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, HERE. (G487+RX).

Death Of Stasia O’Grady, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Friday 21st February 2025, of Mrs Stasia O’Grady (née Walsh), Mullinoly, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her loving parents Frank and Kitty and beloved husband Tom; Mrs O’Grady passed away peacefully while in the care of the staff at Waterford University Hospital (Orthopaedic 2 ward), surrounded by her loving family.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; sons Colin, Alan and Michael, daughters-in-law Geraldine, Susan and Rose sisters Brigid, Kathleen, Chris and Bernadette, grandchildren Alexandra, Ryan, Alice, Nancy, Liam and Joe, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs O’Grady will be received into the Church of St Michael, Kickham Street, Mullinahone, Thurles, to repose for Requiem Mass on Tuesday morning, February 25th, at 11:00am, followed by a Service of Cremation immediately afterwards in The Island Crematorium, Rocky Island, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork at 4:00pm, same afternoon.

For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs Ryan, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended O’Grady and Walsh 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.

Note Please: House Strictly Private.

“Next of kin would like to express their sincere thanks to all those who cared for Mrs O’Grady throughout her illness“.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá h-anam dílis i dteannta na Naomh agus na n-aingeal.

Presence Of Peanut In Frozen Tesco Creamy Chicken Bakes.

Food Safety Association of Ireland warn of presence of peanut in a batch of frozen Tesco 2 Creamy Chicken Bakes.

Alert Summary dated Friday, 21st February 2025.

Allergy Alert Notification: 2025.A04.
Allergen: Peanut.
Product Identification: Tesco 2 Creamy Chicken Bakes; pack size: 280 g. Approval number IE 761 EC.
Batch Code 5020: Best-before date: 31/01/2026.
Country Of Origin: Ireland.

Message: Peanut was detected as a contaminant in an ingredient used in the above batch of frozen Tesco 2 Creamy Chicken Bakes. The implicated batch is subject to recall.
The affected batch may be unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of peanut and therefore, these consumers should not eat the implicated batch.