Avril supporting Tipp all the way in Tanzania!

Avril White, a Fethard local working in Tanzania, would like to thank the people of Fethard and surrounding areas for the continued support, donations and good wishes. Avril is working in Mbeya for the next month focusing mainly on providing wound care treatments. Mbeya is a city in southwest Tanzania. It sits at the base of soaring Loleza Peak.

Thank you all for donating to the Olive Branch for Children. The Olive Branch for Children was founded in 2005. Our main objective is to help remote communities in Tanzania assess their primary needs and establish programs that target the most vulnerable. TOBFC Ireland is a registered charity in Ireland. DONATE

Biodiversity Week 2024
Tipperary Green Business Network invite you to come along to The Apple Farm, Moorstown, Cahir, E21 YX33, on this coming Saturday, May 18, from 2.30 to 5pm, for a guided walk led by Con Trass with Alan Moore, Hedgerows Ireland, who will give a short talk on 'Why Hedgerows Matter'. Lucy Moore will give a demonstration of natural dyes obtained from local plants. This is a free event and light refreshments will be available. The Apple Farm Shop will also be open.

Parish Church Lotto Draw Results
There was no jackpot winner in this week's Parish Lotto on Thursday, May 9, 2024. The numbers drawn were 4, 7, 10 and 15. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was M.J. Croke. Next week's Jackpot for Thursday, May 16, will be €3,625.

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/

'Cash for Clobber' date Extended

Died Recently
The death has occurred on Thursday, May 9, 2024, of Liam McCarthy, Derryluskin, Fethard, and formerly of Nire Road, Ballymacarbry, Co Waterford. Pre deceased by his wife Noreen (née Gallahue). Deeply regretted by his son Thomas, daughter Annette, son-in-law Dessie, daughter-in-law Maureen, grandchildren Niamh, Ciara, Jessie, Megan and Becky, brothers Pat, Thomas and Sean, sister Maureen, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, niece-in-law Catherine, Gavin and Shane, extended family, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.

Reposing at his residence in Derryluskin, Fethard (E91 V677) on Saturday May 11, from 5pm to 8pm. Funeral Mass in the Holy Trinity Parish Church, Fethard, on Sunday May 12 at 11am followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery. Liam's Mass can be watched online at http://parishchurch.net/ Messages of condolence can be left online by CLICKING HERE

GAA Sports Development Lotto Results
Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 12, 25, 33 and 34. We had no Jackpot winner and no Match 3 winner. One lucky dip winner received €100: Liza Roche.
The next draw takes place on Tuesday, May 14, when the jackpot is €30,000. The committee of Fethard GAA Development Lotto would like to thank all our supporters for the continued support.

Fethard & Killusty Community Games Area Athletics

Volunteers photographed at Fethard & Killusty Community Games Area Athletics. Back: Edel Roche, M.J. Croke, M. Denn. John Hurley, Louis Rice, Theresa Hurley, Sharon O'Meara, Siobhan Maher, Katie Ryan. Front L to R: Tony Hanrahan, Noreen Sheehy, Peggy Colville, and Fintan Rice.

Annual area athletics took place in lovely sunshine in Fethard GAA Park on Saturday, May 4th. The games committee wish to thank Fethard Athletic Club members John Hurley, Louis Rice, Fintan Rice, Tony Hanrahan, Sharon O’Meara, Katie Ryan, Theresa Hurley and everybody who helped out. The assistance of the athletic club was of huge benefit to the games and very much appreciated.


Boys U12 Long Puck were L to R: Cian Connolly, Fionn O'Meara, and Kevin Connolly

The first and second in each event qualify for the County finals due to take place in Clonmel Sports Hub on Monday, June 3rd. Some competitors now have to make a choice regarding the event they wish to participate in at county level as one may only take part in one individual event. Please contact Noreen on 087- 3184298 to confirm preference asap as she needs to complete county entry asap.  Good luck to everyone concerned.


Photographed at the Fethard Community Area Sports are L to R: Rosie Roche, Kate Gaule, Anna O'Sullivan, and Fiadh Roche in front.

Results as follows:

Girls

• U8 60m: 1st Mary Glynn, 2nd Fiadh Dillon.
• U10 100m: 1st Kim Allen, 2nd Sophie O’Donnell, 3rd Hazel Prendergast.
• U10 200m: 1st Tara Roche, 2nd Hazel Prendergast.
• U14 100m: 1st Kate Gaule, 2nd Anna O’Sullivan, 3rd Rosie Roche.
• U14 800m: 1st Anna O’Sullivan, 2nd Rosie Roche.

Boys

• U8 60m: 1st Andrew Farag, 2nd Aaron Tyrell.
• U8 80m: 1st Andrew Farag, 2nd Aaron Tyrell.
•  U10 100m: 1st Danny O’Sullivan, 2 Ted Purcell, 3rd Alex Walsh.
• U10 200m: 1st Alex Walsh.
• U12 100m: 1st Kevin Connolly, 2 Fionn O’Meara.
• U14 100m and 200m: Daniel Lee.
• Long Puck Girls. U14: Rosie Roche.
• Long Puck Boys U12: 1st Fionn O’Meara, 2nd Kevin Connolly, 3rd Cian Connolly.
• Tots U6: 1st Oisin Denn, 2nd Ailbe Croke. 3rd Fiach Roche Area event only.

Taking part in the U10 100m were L to R: Alex Walsh, Danny O'Sullivan, and Ted Purcell.


Daniel Lee at the Community Sports


Taking part in the U10 100m were L to R: Hazel Prendergast, Kim Allen, and Sophie O'Donnell.


Taking part in the U8 60m were Andrew Farag and Aaron Tyrell


Taking part in the U8 60m race were Mary Gylnn and Fiadh Dillon


Taking part in the U10 200m race were Tara Roche and Hazel Prendergast.


Taking part in the Tots race were Oisin Denn and Ailbe Croke


Fethard Killusty U10 mixed football team had a great game but failed to hold the strong challenge of Killenaule Moyglass on their home ground. Well done to everyone concerned with this team. Back L to R: Rowan Houlihan, Kaiden Power, Charlie O'Donnell, Alex Walsh, Ted Purcell, Noah Egan, Danny O'Sullivan, Bobby Croke, Ronan Coleman, Alex O'Donnell. Front L to R: Nathan Kelly, Andrew Farag, Hazel Prendergast, Aaron Tyrell, Ailbe Croke, and Odran Coleman.


Fethard and Killusty U10 team manager Kenneth O'Donnell celebrating his birthday after the game with his sons Josh and Charlie.

We ask parents of athletes involved to please ring Noreen 087 3184298 as soon as possible to confirm entries in the county finals on bank holiday Monday June 3, which will be held in Clonmel Sports hub. The Long Puck is likely to be held along with all the other county finals in Fethard Town Park on Saturday, June. Our thanks to all the volunteers and to everyone involved.

Social Dancing at Fethard Ballroom


Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday, May 12, to the music of ‘Peter Burke’. All are welcome to come along and enjoy us for a terrific night’s social dancing from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Admission is €10, which includes tea and cakes and raffle. For further information or for booking the Ballroom, contact Eileen Coady, Tel: 086 0776420.

Mens Shed support Alzheimer's 'Tea Day' on May 13


Fethard Mens Shed invite all to join them at the Café in Fethard Town Park, where they will host a Tea & Coffee Morning on Monday, May 13, at 10am, to support Alzheimer's national 'Tea Day' fundraiser. Please come along and show your support for this deserving cause. You will also enjoy a lovely cup of tea/coffee and some nice cakes!

Died Recently
The death has occurred on Friday, May 3, 2024, of Josephine 'Josie' Walshe, née Keogh, Curraghtarsna, Fethard, peacefully at home. Predeceased by her husband Sean, her daughters Dia, Angela and Simone. Deeply regretted by her son John, daughter Rose, grandson Lee, sister Esther, nephews, nieces, relatives neighbours and friends. May She Rest In Peace.

Reposing at Lonergans Funeral Home Cashel on Sunday from 5.30pm to 7pm. House Private Please. Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, May 6, at 12 noon, in the Church of St. Joseph the Worker, Moyglass. Burial afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery. Messages of condolence may be left online by CLICKING HERE

Heartfelt Thanks for Your Support !
Dear Fethard community,
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible support and assistance you provided in helping to evacuate Rahma and her family from Gaza. Your kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication made it possible for us to fulfill our promise to Rahma, and for that, I am eternally grateful.


Rahma and her family safely arrived in Egypt.

On Sunday, Rahma and her family safely arrived in Egypt, where they will begin a new life. The relief and happiness I feel knowing that Rahma's daughters now have a chance to create a brighter future is overwhelming. Though we celebrate this remarkable achievement, our hearts remain heavy for those still enduring hardship in Gaza. It is crucial that we continue to shine a light on the situation and advocate for a free Palestine.

As Irish people, we understand the enduring struggle against occupation, as it is ingrained in our own history. It is our moral duty to ensure that their voices are heard and their suffering is acknowledged until justice prevails. Together, we can make a difference and strive towards a better future for all.

Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your invaluable support and solidarity. Your kindness has truly made a difference in the lives of Rahma and her family, and I am forever grateful for your compassion and generosity.
With deepest appreciation, Amy Sweeney

If you would still like to make a Donation to Amy's fund you can do so on her secure GoFunMe page please CLICK HERE

Public Rosaries in the month of May

• Parish Church Grotto - Mondays & Wednesdays at 7pm
• The Abbey Grotto - Sundays at 7pm
• Killusty Grotto - Sundays after Mass
• Killusty Grotto - Thursday at 7.30pm
  

Calling all Fethard Secondary School ‘Past Pupils’


Fethard Patrician Presentation Secondary School invites all past pupils to share their memories of your school days be email to: memories@patricianfethard.ie The school look forward to welcoming you all to their ‘Past Pupils Open Day’ on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 2pm to 4pm. The open day will be run in conjunction with Fethard Heritage Festival Weekend.

Big Picture - Fethard Convent Class (Date?)

This photograph is taken of a Fethard Convent School Class 'Group 1' , received in 1995 with no further information. Are there any family resemblance spotted in the faces. It would be great to get the year and some names if possible?

You can zoom in closer to see more detail by clicking the photograph to zoom-in and double-clicking the photograph to zoom-out. If you can help with further information please let us know. Your comments, names or corrections are always welcome to: fethardnews@gmail.com

Faces and Places from the Past
This week we have a selection of some old photographs from our archives that were copied or gathered locally, but information for some and others without. There may be someone out there with further information that we can add to our files, so if anyone can help us, please do. Please send any comments, photo information, names, to fethardnews@gmail.com

The under 14 ‘B’ team which defeated Ballylooby in the 1995 South final, score Fethard 6-3, Ballylooby 1-5. Back L to R: Timmy O’Riordan (selector), Jason Barron, Glen Burke, Mark Condon, John O’Meara, Niall Walsh, Declan Kenny, Val O’Dwyer, Mark O’Dwyer, Paul Hackett, Pat Sheehan (selector) and John Fitzgerald. Front L to R: John Noonan, Owen Doyle, Damien Cannon, Peter Carroll, Richard Barrett, James Roche, Tommy Dorney, Michael Keane and Noel Sharpe.


L to R: Billy Mackey, and Chris Mackey with a group of friends at a football club dance in England. Any further information welcome.


Presentation Convent School Class in the 1950s. Back L to R: Joss O’Connell, Maisy Cummins, Ann O’Sullivan, Moira O’Donnell and Alice Holloway. 2nd Row: Rita Tierney, Mary Lynch, Mary Sheehan, Monica Woodlock, Carmel O’Rourke, Margaret O’Connell and Betty Dineen. Front: Ella Purcell, Rita Cassells, Kathleen Ryan, Rita Sayers, Ann Morrissey, Marie Dineen. (Some of these names may be incorrect so further information welcome).


Group pictured outside McCarthy’s Hotel in the 1940s. L to R: Harrold Erick (son-in-law of Will Mulcahy), Will Mulcahy, Tom McCarthy, Michael McCarthy, Eddie Butler, Gerry Mackey and Walter Morris (son-in-law of Will Mulcahy).


Festival Fancy Dress Parade entry 'On The Way To Stormont' June 1956 outside Shortall's shop in The Valley. L to R: Joe Fitzgerald, Liam O'Donnell, Bernard Walsh and Joe Kenny (Hillview) holding Bob Byrne's dog.


FL to R: Billy O'Brien (Clonacody), Paddy Barrett (Mick Barrett's brother), Mr Carroll (worked with contractor Mick Barrett), ?, ?, It appears to be somewhere in the Presentation Convent grounds. Any further information welcome?


Group of eleven men and a boy.?


Micéal McCormack told us this photo was taken in the Ball Alley on the Cashel Road (near the priest's house) and he received the photo from Dot Mullins who worked in O'Shea's grocery shop at lower Main Street. Back L to R: ?, Johnny Dalton, ?, Dot Mullins, Michael McCarthy, ?, John 'Boxer' Ryan. Front L to R: ?, ?, Michael Dineen, ?, Cly Mullins, Willie Stapleton, and Jim Mullins. Any further information welcome.


Please send any comments, photo information, names or stories, to fethardnews@gmail.com

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