Tipperary Star - District Notes Feed

Donald and Leslie call it a day after 57 years

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:18:30 GMT

On Friday May 31st the petrol station, the last remaining part of Cashel Motor Works in Friar Street, closed its doors for the final time.

Ballynonty A.C.

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:46:10 GMT

3rd June Moyne Mini-Marathon - Danny Smith had a great win in 33.51. Also competing were Paddy Shelley 49.49, Mary O’Connor 53.21 & Maeve Kennedy 56.05

Personal insolvency and bankruptcy seminar

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:04:17 GMT

Lynch Solicitors launched their nationwide “Personal Insolvency and Bankruptcy” seminars in Clonmel recently. The firm is hosting a series of free seminars in Tipperary, Kilkenny, Portlaoise, Waterford, Cork and Limerick in June and July.

Popstar Una could make your wish come true

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:02:23 GMT

Una’s Dream Ticket is the new wish granting television show fronted by Una Healy from the global girlband– The Saturdays. In each episode Una will make the dreams of Irish kids come true, plus her band mates will join her on each show to perform one of their greatest hits.

Tipperary clubs urged to enter AIB Club of the Year Competition

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:41:48 GMT

Hundreds of rural young people in Macra clubs across Tipperary strive to improve their community and their club through hard work and commitment. With the kind support of AIB, Macra’s Club of the Year and Best New Member competitions are an opportunity to acknowledge this effort. The competition is held in high regard by clubs and the communities they are active in.

Roscrea A.C.

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:31:17 GMT

Training continues outdoors on Mondays and Wednesdays in the CBS field at 7pm at a cost of €1 per person. If you want to run, jump or throw you’re welcome to come along to training. New members are always welcome.

Nenagh man Johnny’s charity cycle for cancer research

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:47:07 GMT

Nenagh man John Hynes is appealing for donations ahead of taking on a Chester-Liverpool cycle challenge in aid of the Friends of St Luke’s charity. John lives in Liverpool and writes with LFC Magazine and the club’s official matchday programme.

Cloughjordan hosts eco seminar

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:21:03 GMT

A one day seminar led by Prof Peadar Kirby and Bruce Darrell places the everyday issues of sustainability and resilience that the Cloughjordan ecovillage seeks to model into a wider global context.

Bioblitz a great success

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:53:20 GMT

Cabragh Wetlands owes a great deal to the many generous and knowledgeable people who helped make our Bioblitz last Friday and Saturday such a success.

Golden - Kilfeacle

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:31:02 GMT

Golden/Kilfeacle I.C.A. -

Moyne - Templetuohy

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:28:56 GMT

Late Peggy Silke -

Moneygall to mark Independence Day in style

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:19:13 GMT

Moneygall’s American Festival has been extended to four days this year and runs from July 4 to 7. In keeping with the spirit of The Gathering, the festival will host American photographer Denny Lynch who will display photographs from the re-election and inauguration of Barack Obama in 2013. The exhibition will open on July 4 in the Legion Hall.

Ballina

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:22:40 GMT

Talented Ballina Dancer - On Friday, May 31, 13 year old Tara Brady, was winner of the European National Dancing Championships (Intermediate category), which were held in Torrevieja, Spain.

Ormond Special Olympics Presentation

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:20:48 GMT

Ormond Special Olympics Club were presented with the proceeds of the Newtown Dog Show which was held in Barry’s Field, Newtown on Bank Holiday Monday, May 6th 2013.

Mo Chara Animal Rescue

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:06:10 GMT

Two lovely dogs and three stunning little kittens wish to apply for the position of pet.

Two terriers want you to know that they are willing to live with you and the three kittens are asking for a comfy lap so that they may curl up and snooze.

Ormond Special Olympics

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:03:33 GMT

Five Athletes from Tipperary’s Ormond Special Olympics Club took part in Special Olympics Munster Level 1 Athletics at Cork Institute of Technology on May 25th 2013. They achieved 3 Gold, 2 Silver, 3 Bronze Medals, 1 x 5th place & 2 x 6th places.

Knockavilla - Donaskeigh

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:01:41 GMT

Our Lady’s Sodality - Very successful was the report on Our Lady’s Sodality members’ Pilgrimage to Knock on 28th and 29th May. The weather took a turn for the better and all enjoyed the journey, the prayers and the hospitality.

Templederry

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:58:57 GMT

Summer Camp - Change of Date. Gearoid Ryan will be holding a G.A.A. Summer Camp from the 29th July to the 2nd August. Book immediately to avoid disappointment to (087) 9407611.

Gortnahoe - Glengoole

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:57:30 GMT

Charity White Collar Boxing - Urlingford Publicans square up to each other, Charity white collar boxing club at Urlingford Arms on this Saturday, June 15th at 7.30pm. Tickets €15.

News from Lorrha

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:56:59 GMT

Changes in Festival Programme - Please note that there are two changes to the Festival Programme. The first change is the Redwood Castle Tours is changed to Friday, 21st June. Tours commencing at 2.30 and 4pm. Transport: Assemble in Lorrha at 2.10 or 3.40 for car pooling or arrive at the Castle in time for either tour. Admission: €7.