Fethard Community Café Menu for Friday
Join us on Friday for a menu full of comfort and flavour! All your favourite teas, coffees and hot chocolates also available. Bring a friend, meet your neighbours, and treat yourself to something lovely this Friday. We can’t wait to see you!
On Wednesday, Cora and Tracey treated Elenor to a birthday breakfast with us, and to say the atmosphere in the café was buzzing is an understatement! Everyone joined in singing Happy Birthday, which made it such a special way to kick off the day. We went from a busy breakfast service straight into an even busier lunch, and it’s been amazing to see everyone enjoying our new menu.
Thanks for supporting our local community, one plate at a time. Bring a friend (or two!) and come see what’s new!
Dancing 'till 4am in the 'Good Old Days'
GAA Sports Development Lotto Results
Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 20, 30, 31 and 33. We had no Jackpot winner and no Match 3 winner. One lucky dip winner received €100: Eoin O'Connor. The next draw takes place on Tuesday, April 28, 2025, when the jackpot is €10,000.
Fethard 'Split The Cash' Community Draw CLICK HERE
to enter the next draw online!
Congratulations to Aidan Fox who won this week’s Community ‘Split the Cash’ draw for €165 on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Ticket was drawn by John O'Reilly. Thank you to everyone who supports our weekly draw. All money raised from this draw will be used to benefit our town.
Our next draw takes place on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Envelopes are €2 each or 3 for €5 and are available at the Tirry Community Centre, Kennys Centra Fethard, Lonergan's Bar, Fethard, and Butlers Off Licence, Fethard. CLICK HERE to play online.
Gardening Open Day at Tirlán Fethard
Join us this Saturday, April 25, at Tirlán, Country Life, Grove Road, Fethard, for our Gardening Open Day, from 12 noon to 3pm. We will live demos on Segway lawnmowers, lawn care and plenty of raffle prizes and double loyalty points. Face painting and colouring competition for kids, also planting demos for children. Free tea, coffee and refreshments available on the day, also an ice cream cart.
Died Recently The death has occurred on Thursday, April 16, 2026, of Fionn O'Reilly (age 22), Sonas, Curraghscarteen, Fethard, E91 X781.
Our cherished Fionn passed away peacefully, in the warm and loving embrace of his mother Jean, father Barry and adoring sister Doireann, in Clonmel. Since becoming ill in early February, he fought bravely against everything that was thrown at him but, alas, it was all too much in the end. His infectious smile, sparkling mischievous eyes and gentle and playful personality won the hearts of all who met him. He will be deeply missed by his devoted immediate family, his grandmother, aunts and uncles, grandaunts and granduncles, their partners and in-laws, cousins, friends, neighbours and all his gang in Dún Aoibhinn.
Reposing at the family home (E91 X781) on Monday evening, April 20, between 5pm and 8pm. Requiem Mass for Fionn will be celebrated at the Church of St Joseph the Worker, Moyglass, on Tuesday, April 21, at 12 noon, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. The Mass will be streamed live on churchcamlive/moyglass
The family would like to thank the staff of Med 4 and ICU in Tipperary University Hospital and of Our Lady's Ward in the Mater Hospital, Dublin. Messages of condolence for the famil can be left online by CLICKING HERE. May He Rest In Peace
Fethard Historical Society's Annual General Meeting
The AGM of the Fethard Historical Society will take place at 8pm on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in the ICA Hall, Fethard. Throughout the year the society hosts the Tipperariana Book Fair, the Tipperariana Book of the Year Award, lectures, outings and guided tours of Fethard. New members are always welcome so if you’re interested in history and would like to meet up with like-minded people please come along on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
'When Next We Meet' weekend festival of music
'When Next We Meet' was born to celebrate the rich tapestry of alternative and independent Irish music, that will take place in Clonmel over the weekend of May 29, to May 31, 2026. Tickets are available online at: CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS.
Set on the idyllic grounds of Raheen House Hotel, Clonmel, the event will showcase the best nationally renowned artists, along with the most exciting emerging acts on this small and mighty island. bringing communities together for a weekend of music and connection.
Social Dancing at Fethard Ballroom Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday night, April 26, to the music of 'Declan Aungier'. All are welcome to come along and enjoy a terrific night’s social dancing from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Admission is €10, which includes refreshments.
Parish Church Lotto Draw Results
There was no jackpot winner in the Parish Lotto on Thursday, April 16, 2026. The numbers drawn were 1, 13, 14, and 17. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was Ann Coen. Next week's draw takes place on Thursday, April 23, when the Jackpot is €5,000.
We are delighted with the support shown for our Parish Lotto, it is a fundraising initiative that is of great benefit to the parish. Please pass the word on and invite friends and family to take part. You can join, see the draw results, and details of how your support is making a big difference at: https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/fethardkillusty
Fethard Community Playgroup AGM
The Annual General Meeting of Fethard Community Playgroup will take place on Wednesday, May 27, at 7pm in the Playschool. All are welcome.
Community Cafe Volunteers Wanted
Fethard Community Café has been busier than we ever imagined, and that’s all thanks to the incredible people who walk through our doors each day. A huge, heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers also — you’ve each brought your own personality, warmth, and kindness into our space, and it truly shows. The friendly, welcoming atmosphere that’s growing here is something really special, and it wouldn’t exist without you.
As the café continues to grow, we’d love to invite more people from the community to get involved. If you’ve ever thought about volunteering, even just an hour or two here and there, we’d be delighted to have you join us. There’s a place for everyone — whether you enjoy chatting with customers, helping out on the floor, or working behind the scenes.
In particular, we’re looking for a few extra helping hands in the kitchen with washing up and keeping things running smoothly. It’s a great way to be part of something meaningful, especially if you’d prefer a quieter role away from the front of house.
More than anything, this café is about community — people coming together, supporting one another, and building something positive in a warm, relaxed environment.
If that sounds like something you’d like to be part of, we’d love to hear from you. Come join us and be part of something special in our community.
Delahunty Information Requested
I am a descendant of Michael Delahunty who according to records emigrated to Nebraska USA around 1880. Looking for any Delahunty family history from the region. Current news of the area also is of interest. Thank you sincerely,
David Delahunty, 303 Walton Heath Way,
Aiken, South Carolina 9803, United States. EMAIL
Tom Barry Memorial Tractor Run
Tom Barry was originally from Tullamaine, Fethard, and as we approach Tom's first anniversary, a Tractor Run is being organised in Clerihan on Sunday, April 26, in aid of the Cancer Care Support Centre in Clonmel, which provides support to those affected by cancer in South Tipperary. The C.A.R.E team are fantastic and we want to honour them in memory of our beloved Tom. All vintage vehicles are welcome!
The Committee of Fethard GAA / Sports Centre Development Lotto would like to thank all our supporters near and far who participate in our weekly Lotto.
What's On Clonmel – weekly guide to entertainment
Welcome to the online version of What’s On Clonmel, your weekly guide to events and entertainment. Find your copy in pubs and shops across town, or subscribe to receive it in your inbox. Now you can also browse and submit events in our interactive calendar!
Faces and Places from the Past
This year Fethard will celebrate 'One Hundred Years of Carnivals and Festivals' and this week we feature photographs from the 1980 Fethard Festival Fancy Dress Parade, which we hope some will encourage you to make a 'Special' effort to take part in our Hundred Anniversary Parade and Festival which takes place this year on Sunday, August 16, 2026, which is also part of this year's Heritage Week
Fethard's First Carnival on Sunday, June 27, 1926,
Fethard has a long history of running Carnivals, which first started in 1926 and reached its peak in the late 1940s, when it attracted thousands of visitors from all over Munster, that was of course, when Fethard had a busy railway station with many trains coming from all directions to transport the crowds. This annual Carnival remained an annual event and was continually used to raise funds for community projects.
"The first Fethard Carnival which was held on Sunday, June 27 1926, in the spacious sports ground at the rear of the old barracks, that proved an unqualified success in every respect. The events, which were favoured by glorious summer weather, attracted an immense attendance from a wide area. Over a thousand people availed of the special trains from Clonmel, while the special from Farranaleen also brought a large contingent. Huge crowds travelled by road also, so that the large sports ground was packed with a happy throng who came with the two-fold object of supporting a good cause, and, at the same time, having a most enjoyable days outing.
The event was opened by a grand fancy dress parade through the streets to the grounds headed by the Industrial School Band. This in itself was a sight worth witnessing. The participants showed the utmost taste and creative initiate that did them credit, and the result was a beautiful spectacular display. The spacious grounds had been admirably decorated and conveniently laid out to accommodate the various forms of entertainment and side shows, and from start to finish there was that go about the whole affair which did not allow of a dull moment."
We invite comments and further information or corrections for the following photographs from the 1980 Fancy Dress Parade. Please let us know any names, or any other information that we can add to our files for future generations. If anyone can help us, please contact us by email at: fethardnews@gmail.com
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade 1980 individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field 'Charlie's Angels'
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade 1980 individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. 'Here's Lucy'
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. 'A Bianconi Wedding'.
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. 'The Doll and Her House'.
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. 'Back from Ascot'.
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. 'Last of the Summer Wine'.
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. Tennis stars Mary Hurley (Martina Navratilova) and John Hurley (Björn Borg).
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. Martina Mullins and her brother Donal in 'A Scene from Strumpet City'.
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. Members of the Byrne family as 'We are the Famous Five'.
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. ’Going Home from the Poker Classic’ Fethard Festival Parade 1980 L to R: Barry Connolly, John Ward, Edmund O’Neill, Ted Connolly, Jimpy Connolly and Michael Whyte.
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. L to R: Stanley Murphy, Vincent Murphy and Fergus McCormack as 'The Dogs of War'.
Fethard Festival Fancy Dress parade individual entries photographed in the Barrack Field. 'The Special Branch'.
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The death has occurred on Thursday, April 16, 2026, of Fionn O'Reilly (age 22), Sonas, Curraghscarteen, Fethard, E91 X781. 
