Died Recently
The death has occurred on Sunday, November 28, 2021, of Thomas 'Tom' Sayers, St Patrick's Place, Fethard, in his 90th year, in the loving care of the staff of Acorn Lodge Nursing Home. Deeply regretted by his brothers Liam and Jim, his sisters Rita, Chris, Nan, Monica, Peg and Patsy, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Tom's Funeral Mass will be held in the Augustinian Abbey Church, Fethard, on Wednesday, December 1, at 11.30am followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery, Fethard. The Mass can be watched online at fethardabbey.com Family flowers only please.

Donations in lieu to Friends of St Joseph's Hospital Clonmel. Messages of support and condolences for the family can be left online by CLICKING HERE

Slievenamon Musical Society's cast of 'Lotto Madness' (October 1, 1993)

Slievenamon Musical Society's full cast of 'Lotto Madness' photographed after their performance in Cloneen Hall on October 1, 1993. This was the first ever production by Slievenamon Musical Society, written and produced by Seamus Ahessy.

The musical director was Kevin Hickey; conductor Anne Dwyer and choreographer Majella Hewitt. The show committee was Chris Lee (chairman); Janet Sharkey (secretary), Bridget Cuddihy and Teresa Quinn (joint treasurers); Pat Williamson (PRO) and the following committee members: Mary Ward, Nicholas Gahan, Peter Hogan, David Tobin, Jean Outram, Nellie White, Mary Noonan, Joanne O'Shea and Rose Grant. Musicians: Phil Shee, Kevin Hickey, Donal Mullins, John Bermingham, Fergal Carroll and Joe Barry.

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Died Recently
The death has occurred on Friday, November 26, 2021, of Kenny Hackett, Old Bridge, Clonmel, and formerly Strylea, Fethard. Predeceased by his mother Margaret, his sister Catriona and his brother Mark. Deeply regretted by his father Seamus, his brothers John, Diarmuid, Colm, Luke and Paul, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Kenny's Funeral Mass will take place in the Holy Trinity Parish Church, Fethard, on Tuesday, November 30, at 11am, followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery. It can be watched online by CLICKING HERE. Messages of condolence can be left online by CLICKING HERE

Parish Church Lotto Draw Results
There was no jackpot winner in this week's Parish Lotto on Thursday, November 25. The numbers drawn were: 4, 7, 9 and 21. The winner of the weekly draw of €30 was Paul Trehy. Next week's Jackpot for Thursday, December 2, will be €2,200.

Please pass the word on and invite friends and family to take part. You can help our Parish in a real, practical way.  Thank you for your support and the best of luck in the weekly draw. PLAY OUR LOTTO NOW.

Fethard & Killusty Newsletter - Now on Sale

This year's issue of Fethard & Killusty Emigrants Newsletter is now on sale at Centra Supermarket, Daybreak Supermarket and Fethard Post Office. Copies are €12 each. We also have a limited amount available for sale worldwide which will include P&P costs and can be ordered by clicking the PayPal link above. The option for Credit Card payment is also available.

Our voluntary distribution team are currently preparing to post copies free of charge to all our emigrants and family members living away from home and registered on our Mailing List. Our thanks to our supporters at home and away for your generous donations that have helped make this community service possible ever since the first Newsletter was posted by the Legion of Mary back in 1959.

GAA Sports Development Lotto
Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Friday, November 26, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 15, 17, 27 and 29. There was no jackpot winner. One Match Three winners received €150: Cathal Hurley, Strylea, Fethard. One lucky dip winner received €100: Johnny Murphy, c/o Pat Sheehan, Fethard.

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 draw. The next draw takes place on Friday, December 3, when the jackpot is €30,000 and the seller's prize is €1,000. The funds raised are used to promote sport in the local community.

Fethard Athletic Club to meet every Tuesday
The Fethard Athletic Club continues to meet each Tuesday evening at 7pm for Walk / Run around the town. Starting at the car park opposite the Fethard Ballroom. No fee. All are welcome. Hi-Vis vests to be worn. 

Mother Hubbards support Fethard Town Park


Fethard Town Park were delighted to receive a donation of €1,000 from Mother Hubbards, Cashel. New owners, John Carroll and Tony Flanagan, were delighted to support the fantastic facilities being developed at the new Town Park on behalf of all at Mother Hubbards in Cashel.

Geraldine Hanley, Park Administrator, met with John Carroll, General Manager Mother Hubbards, to show him the progress on site and gratefully accept the generous donation. The all-weather pitch and parkland at Fethard Town Park is due to be open to the public in January 2022.

Community contributions are still being accepted at https://fethardtownpark.ie/donate/

Social Dancing at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday, November 28
Social Dancing on Sunday, November 28, to the music of Dermot Lyons, at Fethard Ballroom. Dancing from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Admission €10. Teas will be served. Covid certificate and ID required for entry.

Fethard win South U17 ‘B’ Football semifinal over St Patricks
In the South Tipperary U17 ‘B’ Football semifinal played at 10am in Killenaule on Saturday, November 20, Fethard romped to a victory in the final quarter of the game, scoring 2-3 without a reply, leaving the final score.
Before the second water break, Andrew Connorton was introduced and started three movements from the half-backline, that led to the Fethard forwards scoring 2-1, having struggled for three quarters of the game to get into their stride. Daithi Hogan was outstanding for St Patricks team, probing a lone furrow in the forward line scoring 7 points (3 frees) out of 0-11 in total. Fethard scored 1-5 by half-time, with the goal coming from a penalty by Sean Moroney.

Immediately after the first water break, Fethard had four points scored from play – two by Conor Neville, one by Shane Lawrence the other from a free by Sean Moroney – followed by the final point of the half from a free by Sean Moroney. Fethard leading by 1-5 to 0-5 at the interval.

In the third quarter Fethard added four points with three coming from play – two by Sean Moroney, one from a great burst forward by Darragh Spillane, and one from a free by Sean Moroney. St Patricks scored five points in the third quarter, leaving the score Fethard 1-9 to St Patricks 0-10.

On resumption after the second water break, St. Patrick’s scored their last point after which Fethard upped their game, scoring 2-4 without reply.  The first goal came after a great passing movement was finished by Oisín Ryan. The second goal was scored by his centerfield teammate, Conor Neville, after a quick passing movement. This was followed by two points scored by Jack Quinlan, and one from Sean Moroney. The final point came from the boot of Mark Neville to leave Fethard run out easy winners on a scoreline: Fethard 3-13, to St. Patricks 0-11.

Fethard now go on to meet Cahir in the final. Cahir having won their semifinal against Grangemockler by 2-14 to 2-9. That game was played in Cloneen.
Fethard players who caught the eye were Darragh Spillane, Conor Neville, Mark Neville, Oisín Ryan, Sean Moroney, Matt Coen, Jack Quinlan, and Andrew Connorton.

Fethard Team /Scorers: Ben Allen, Tom Murray, Dara O’Meara, Michael O Meara, Liam Kiely, Darragh Spillane 0-1, Michael Phelan, Conor Neville 1-2 Oisín Ryan 1-0, Shane Lawrence 0-1, Sean Moroney 1-6, Charlie Hackett, James Barry, Jack Quinlan 0-2, Matt Coen. Subs used were Mark Neville 0-1, and Andrew Connorton. Other subs were Jack Davey, Michael Flanagan, John Lacey and Danny Shelly.  Referee was Paul Guinan. – (Noel Byrne)

‘The Year of 21’ finishes on a high note!

'The Year of 21' a scene from the last performance in the Abymill Theatre, Fethard. on Friday, November 19, 2021

Fionn MacCumhaill Players closed its very successful run of ‘The Year of 21’ on Friday, November 19, at the Abymill Theatre in Fethard, with a full house. The play went down a treat at every venue played on its recent tour. The Players would like to thank everyone who supported their production, and from feedback received, they are happy to conclude that all patrons enjoyed the production.

The play, written by Brian Clancy and directed by Anne Williamson, dealt with life in Cloneen in the year 1921. The plot was based on a true story in history of the shooting of George Lysaght, played so well by Pat Egan. We also saw great performances from Debbie Duggan, Grace O’Meara and Lily Clancy – the Lysaght family.

The excellent house staff were efficient and encouraging, bringing humour to an otherwise serious play. Well worth mentioning the following impressive performances from Esther Byrne (Bridget Lowry), James St John (Mick Lowry) and Conor Kelly (Matt Delaney). Toddy McNamara and Mark Fitzgerald were hilarious in their roles as farmhands Widgery and Goggy.
The Volunteers, Joe Strappe and Peggy O'Brien, were trigger happy but did their duty as expected, while Gerry Dorney played the very officious Mr Shee.


John Norton as Fr. O’Brien

The narration by Labhaoise McNamara was wonderful, depicting a ‘Mother Ireland’ figure watching over the scenes portrayed. John Norton as Fr. O’Brien had the audience captivated in the spotlight, reminding us of the fear brought to so many souls in the church, one-hundred-years ago. Rody Delaney, the nasty character in the play, was played to perfection by Eugene O’Meara, joined by Will Condon as Dinny, and Alan Bourke as Ryan, who all had the audience in the palm of their hands.


"Spies and Informers Beware!'

A great night's entertainment and a great play they had its timing perfect before the dreaded covid started to come back. All in all, a great performance all round. Congratulations!

Discover Fethard – Heritage Map, Audio Trail, Services . . .


Fethard – Where the past meets the present.
DISCOVERFETHARD.COM

Fethard is a hidden gem with a unique story to tell and a significant place in Irish history. The 13th Century walled town weaves heritage into its very fabric; the walls and towers lent a real splendour to an already pretty town, and round every corner, there’s something else to see.

You can take a walk along the River Clashawley at Valley Park which is super rich in biodiversity, stroll through the graveyard and look down through the battlements or get up to date with the history of all things equine in what is widely known as horse country. Even better, pay a visit to the Fethard Horse Country Museum where you can check our what makes a winning racehorse.

Fethard has a wide range of cafes, bars and restaurants to cater for all tastes so you can choose from quick bites to Michelin starred meals, or pack up a picnic from the local deli and pick a spot to take in the views.

We love to spend our days in Fethard; we think you will too.

Faces and Places from the Past
The following are a selection of photographs of faces and places taken in our locality that may bring back memories to many of our readers and visitors to fethard.com Please send any comments or photo information, names and event, to fethardnews@gmail.com

Fethard & District Photos from the past . . .

This week we have a selection of photographs, some that we have identified, others we need your help with names if known? If you can help with names, comments or further information, we would love to hear from you. Email: fethardnews@gmail.com

'Best Buddies' – Tom Collison and Mark Duffy photographed on a trip to 'Powers The Pot'


Members of the Coen family from Killusty


Fethard ICA 'Flower Show' in Fethard Ballroom held in conjunction with Fethard Festival on June 24, 1980. Back L to R: Mary Meagher, Breda Smyth, Mrs Walsh, Betty Holohan, Rosie Henehan, Rita Schofield, Nora Ahearne, ?, Marie Crean. Front L to R: La Walsh, ?, Mrs Fahey and Ned Maher.


Fethard Fancy Dress Parade on June 29, 1980. Entries L to R: 'The Best Window Cleaner in Town!'; 'The Real Thing'; 'Tennis Anyone?' and 'Fethard Council in Big Oil Coup – Sheikh Comes to Clinch the Deal!'.


Photographed at the County Senior Football Final in which Galtee Rovers defeated Loughmore by 0-11 to 0-10 in the final played in Fethard on Sunday, August 31, 1980, are L to R: Valerie Wade, Sara Totonchi (Lou Kenrick's daughter) and Gráinne Cummins.


Match officials photographed before the start of the County Senior Football Final in which Galtee Rovers defeated Loughmore by 0-11 to 0-10, played in Fethard on Sunday, August 31, 1980. L to R: Jim Keane, Pakie Harrington, Larry O'Meara, Tony Maher (Loughmore captain), Joe Keane (referee), Vincent O'Donnell (Galtee Rovers captain), Michael Keane and Martin Cuddihy.

Fethard News
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