Thurles Information

FSAI Warn Of Soya In Batch Of Melvit Maka z Cieciorki (Chickpea Flour).

Food Safety Authority of Ireland warn of the presence of soya in a batch of Melvit Maka z Cieciorki (Chickpea Flour).

Alert Summary dated Friday, May 31st 2024.

Allergy Alert Notification: 2024.A19.
Allergen: Soybeans.
Product Identification: Melvit Maka z Cieciorki (Chickpea Flour); pack size: 1 kg.
Batch Code: 240206/106; best before date: 05/02/2025
Country Of Origin: Poland

Message:
Soya was detected in the above batch of Melvit Maka z Cieciorki (Chickpea Flour) which is not mentioned on the label.
This may make the batch unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of soya.

Death Of Kitty Curran, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with great sadness that we learned of the death yesterday, Thursday 30th May 2024, of Mrs Kathleen (Kitty) Curran (née Whelan), Cabragh Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary and formerly Seskin, Kilsheelan, Co Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her parents Bridget and Johnny; Mrs Curran passed away peacefully following a long illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; husband Billy, daughter Sinéad, sons Ken and Shane, grandchildren Killian, Ben, Nell and Milo, great-grandchildren Tadhg and Naínsí son-in-law Stephen, daughters-in-law Tori and Elma, brothers Jimmy and Willie, sister Maureen (Smythe, Ennis), nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs Curran will repose in Hugh Ryan’s Funeral Home, Slievenamon Road, Thurles on Sunday afternoon, June 2nd from 5:00pm until 7:00pm same evening.
Her remains will be received into the Cathedral of the Assumption, Cathedral Street, Thurles on Monday morning, June 3rd, at 10:30am to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by interment immediately afterwards in Holycross Abbey graveyard, Holycross, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

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

The extended Curran and Whelan 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.

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

Irish Historic First – European School Chess Championships Get Underway At UL.

History is being made this weekend with the hosting of the European School Chess Championships taking place in Ireland for the first time.

More than 200 children, aged between 5 and 16 years, from 14 European countries are all participating in the week-long tournament, which takes place at the University of Limerick (UL) and continues until Friday June 7th 2024.

The Irish Chess Union (ICU) beat off competition from four other countries to win the bid to host the event against four other countries, with the support of UL, Limerick City & County Council and the Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau.

“Securing this event is a major milestone in the development of chess in Ireland and demonstrates the ICU’s unwavering commitment to promoting the game nationwide and Ireland as a chess destination for future events,” commented Mr Desmond Beatty, (Chairperson, Irish Chess Union.)

Mr. Beatty said the decision to bring the Championships to Ireland reflects the unprecedented growth the game has experienced since the pandemic.

“Chess has proven to be a source of fun and intellectual stimulation for individuals of all ages and can help improve concentration,” he explained. “As a result, the promotion of chess in schools has increased significantly most notably in the classroom following continuous professional development (CPD) courses for primary school teachers now realising the benefits of chess in education, notably in social skills and critical thinking. Over 10000 children this year have taken part in competitions run by ficheall.ie, the organisation of primary teachers promoting chess. Building on the success of both Glorney Cup and Chessmates internationals, this is a remarkable opportunity for us to showcase Ireland’s thriving chess community, promote the growth of the game, and provide an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike,” concluded Mr. Beatty.

All games will be broadcast live on chess.com and lichess.org. Diana Mirza and Antonina Gora, both members of Ireland’s women’s team, will be providing live commentary HERE

Speaking on behalf of UL Conference & Sports Campus, Mr David Ward said, “Attracting the European School Chess Championships to UL, highlights the success of our one stop model with accommodation, catering and venues on site. We look forward to setting the stage for a thrilling tournament in June 2024 and hope that many memorable moments will unfold.”

Ms Karen Brosnahan, (General Manager, Shannon Region Conference and Sports Bureau) said “We are delighted to see the European School Chess Championships coming to Limerick. This is testament to the collaborative efforts of UL, Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau, Limerick City and County Council, and Failte Ireland working together to promote Limerick as a host city and developing strong relationships with the sporting bodies and event organisers. Tournaments like this are highly lucrative, contributing significantly to the local economy.”

FSAI Recall ALDI Maisha Cold Brew Coffee Original & Lemon Flavours.

Food Safety Authority (FSAI) recall ALDI Maisha Cold Brew Coffee Original & Lemon Flavours, due to incorrect storage conditions

Alert Summary dated Friday, May 31st 2024

Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.23
Product Identification:
Maisha Cold Brew Coffee Original & Maisha Cold Brew Coffee Lemon Flavour; pack size: 330ml
Batch Code: All best before dates
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:
As a precautionary measure, Aldi is recalling the above batches of Maisha Cold Brew Coffee Original & Maisha Cold Brew Coffee Lemon Flavour as this product has been stored incorrectly, which could make it unsafe to consume.

Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Action Required:
Caterers & retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Consumers: Consumers are advised not to drink the implicated batches.

Circuit Court Judge, Teacher, State Solicitor & Tipperary FF Councillor Jailed.

Former Thurles born Circuit Court Judge, teacher, Tipperary State Solicitor and Tipperary Fianna Fáil Councillor, Mr Gerard O’Brien has today been sentenced to four years in jail for the sexual assault of six boys, some 30 years previously.

Mr Gerard O’Brien, aged 59 years, had been a secondary school teacher Tipperary State Solicitor, and later a Fianna Fáil Tipperary Councillor, before subsequently becoming a judge.

He had been found guilty of one count of attempted rape and eight counts of sexual assault; which took place between 1991 and 1997, when the victims were aged between 17 and 24 years old. Four of the six boys were students or former students at that time from his school, Christian Brothers College (CBC) Monkstown, in south Co. Dublin.
Mr O’Brien was in his late twenties and early thirties at the time when these offences were committed. He had initially denied all the allegations, but was found guilty by a jury last December 2023.

The presiding judge stated that Mr O’Brien had misused his disability to take advantage of his victims, thus engaging in predatory behaviour and the jury had no doubt that he had manipulated matters to give him the opportunity to engage in these activities.

Mr O’Brien was born with the rare congenital condition, known as Phocomelia, which has resulted in him being born with no arms and only one leg; same injuries brought on by the congenital anomaly of the drug Thalidomide, brought into prominence as a characteristic side effect of the use of the drug, used during pregnancy. The court heard that O’Brien needed assistance dressing and undressing and visiting the toilet. To this end, Judge Alexander Owens had delayed sentencing in order to hear from prison authorities regarding the measures they could put in place to deal with O’Brien’s disabilities.

Prosecuting counsel Ms Anne-Marie Lawlor said O’Brien had developed inappropriate relationships with students, which involved giving them alcohol and taking them to the pub. The court heard there was a culture of excessive alcohol use around the school at the time.