All are invited to come to a public meeting on Community Safety and Crime Prevention in the Convent Community Hall, Lower Main Street, Fethard, E91 N7P6, at 8pm on Tuesday, May 12. The meeting will be attended by Sgt. John McCormack, Crime Prevention Officer; Ned Kearney, Muintir na Tíre representative, and local community speakers. Light refreshments will be served.
Died Recently The death has occurred on Thursday, May 7, 2026, of Michael Whelan, Barrack Street, Fethard, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents, brothers Paddy and Jimmy and sister Mary. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Catherine, daughters Violet, Shirley and Geraldine, sons Philip and Pascal, son-in-law Martin, grandchildren Bryan, Anna, Daniel, Christy, Melissa, Charlotte, Killian, Jerome, Bobby, Pearl, Bonnie, Ruane and Millie, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
Reposing at his residence on Saturday May 9, from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. Funeral Mass will take place in Holy Trinity Parish Church, Fethard, on Sunday, May 10, and can be watched live online at parishchurch.net. Messages of condolence for the family can be left online by CLICKING HERE Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Fethard 'Split The Cash' Community Draw CLICK HERE
to enter the next draw online!
Congratulations to Esther Breen who won this week’s Community ‘Split the Cash’ draw for €176 on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Ticket was drawn by Jimmy Shine. 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, May 14, 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.
Ladies Group enjoying Lunch in Community Café
Members of Fethard Ladies Group enjoying a very nice lunch on Thursday, April 30, in Fethard Community Cafe.
'Opening the Archives' launch
Tipperary County Council Library Service invites you to attend the launch of a new series of short documentary films, Opening the Archives, which will be performed by Cllr. Peggy Ryan, Cathaoirleach of Thurles Municipal District.
The event will take place in the Source Library, Thurles on Friday, May 15, at 2.30pm with a special screening of one of the short films.
The film series reveals the local history collections in the Tipperary Studies department, with archival material carefully chosen to highlight the uniqueness of Tipperary's history, heritage and culture. The project was made possible with funding support from the Heritage Officer. We would be delighted if you could join us for this special occasion.
Light refreshments will be served. Kind regards, Stephanie Woods.
RSVP to: studies@tipperarycoco.ie
GAA Sports Development Lotto Results
Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for Tuesday, May 5, 2026, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 25, 28, 30 and 36. We had no Jackpot winner and one Match 3 winner Sinead O'Sullivan who received €150. One lucky dip winner Kim Seal, who received €100. The next draw takes place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, when the jackpot is €10,400.
Social Dancing at Fethard Ballroom Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday night, May 10, to the music of 'Noel Briody'. 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.
Doagh Equestrian Pop-Up Clearance Sale
Doagh Equestrian Pop-Up Clearance Sale are back to Fethard Convent Community Hall on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 4pm to 7.30pm, with lots of excellent bargains. Whether you’re getting show-ready or just love a bargain, this is one you don’t want to miss. Stock is heavily discounted on Pop-up days, so get there early to find the bargains: Fly Rugs from €29; 350g Turnouts €50; 50g Turnouts from €45; 0g Turnouts €36; Stable Rugs €20; Wheelbarrows €50; Base Layers & Riding Tights €10; Saddle Cloths €7; Polo Bandages €5; Micklem Bridles €50; Premier Equine Jackets €70; Trimmers €19; Riding Hats from €50; Brushes from €1; Whips €1; and loads more on the day!
The Clonmel Union of Parishes host three concerts
The parishioners of Old St. Mary’s Church are delighted to announce that they will host three different concerts over the next few weeks, all with different genres, with something for all musical tastes. The concerts are always very enjoyable and will enable us to raise funds towards the repairs of the church roof over the chancel area and interior work, both of which are major projects. Old St Mary’s Church has built up a fine reputation for hosting concerts and has outstanding acoustics and a wonderful ambience. The Select Vestry continually work very hard to maintain this building for future generations and appreciate any support that the local community can give.
The following concerts will take place:
Sunday May 10, Clontempo Choir Clonmel will perform Messe in D by Antonín Dvořák in Old St Mary’s Church, Mary St. Clonmel, on Sun May 10th 2026 at 7.00pm. Soloists: Polly Roche (Soprano), Gina Oberoi (Mezzo-Soprano), Joe Roche (Tenor). Rory Dunne (Bass / baritone). Accompanied by wind quintet, Flute: Keith Dwyer-Greene, Oboe: Ben Gannon, Clarinet: Sarah Dewhurst, French Horn: Michael Long, Bassoon: Katie Cody. Conductor & Musical Director: Robin Pender. Tickets available from any choir member or at the door on the night. Admission €15
On Friday May 29, Belle Voci Choir and the Libra String Quartet will come together for a Night of Stage and Screen drawing on the greatest music from Theatre and film. Tickets will be on sale on the night at the door.
On Sunday June 7, we are delighted to welcome back the Clonmel Concert Band for an afternoon concert of well known music which is always very popular. The concert begins at 3pm and will last approximately one hour. Admission is free and there will be a retiring collection for the ongoing work in the church.
Parish Church Lotto Summer Giveaway Draw
Every line entered in our fundraiser on Thursday, May 21, 2026, can win our Jackpot and will also have a free chance to win one of our parish spot prizes. Plus every line has a free chance of winning a Summer Giveaway Competition prize (see the image above). This summer giveaway competition is open to all supporters who have a ticket in a fundraiser run by our service provider ‘Our Fundraiser.’ To Win - at 7pm on Thursday, May 21, 2026 a participant will be chosen at random by ‘Our Fundraiser’ for each prize. They must answer the phone within five rings and correctly answer the following question below to win a prize. In what season is July? (a) Winter, (b) Spring, (c) Summer.
Last Week's Lotto Draw Results
There was no jackpot winner in the Parish Lotto on Thursday, Thursday, May 7, 2026. The numbers drawn were 1, 8, 11, 13, and 24. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was Ruth O'Meara. Next week's draw takes place on Thursday, May 14, 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
Johnny Sheehan - a living link to the past! Johnny Sheehan (101) looking up the 1926 census and finding himself in the records of a very different Ireland.
The 1926 census was officially released in April 2026 by the National Archives of Ireland, exactly 100 years after it was taken. It is the first census carried out after independence and offers a remarkable snapshot of life in the early years of the Irish Free State. For families and local historians, it fills an important gap between the 1911 census and later records.
The records are available free of charge online through the National Archives website. You can search by name, county, townland, age, or occupation, making it easier than ever to trace relatives and neighbours. Once you find a match, you can view the original household return, which lists everyone in the home along with details such as relationships, religion, occupation, and whether they spoke Irish.
For communities like Fethard and Killusty, the census provides a valuable window into the past — showing households, farms, and familiar family names as they were a century ago. As Johnny reminds us, it’s not just history on paper — it’s living memory, still within reach.
Census Workshops
Tipperary Studies are running a number of workshops in libraries around the county as part of the Bealtaine Festival. Please find the dates, times and places of workshops on the 1926 Census in the poster below. We hope to help people navigate the census and investigate any issues we may come across. Stephanie Woods, Local Studies Librarian, Tipperary Studies, The Source, Thurles. T: 052 6166123; E: studies@tipperarycoco.ie: W: www.tipperarystudies.ie
'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.
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.
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
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 week we feature photographs from our archives that we have little or only some information and ask your help with supplying missing names or information where possible.
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 children from 1967 photographed sitting on window ledge, copied from Maureen Whyte's family album many years ago. Anyone help with missing names? Back L to R: Pat Whyte,?, ?, ?, ?. Front L to R: Berna Whyte holding baby Claire Leonard, Karl Leonard and Paul Leonard.
Nellie and Connie Fitzgerald, The Green, photographed with their four children in front L to R: Joe Fitzgerald, May Fitzgerald, Billy Fitzgerald and Alice Fitzgerald.
'Over the hedge' Mikie Slattery in his garden on The Green, two doors down!
The Fethard boys U16 football team that played a visiting team from Rocklands GAA Club, New York, in a challenge game in the Barrack Field on July 31, 1982. The Americans were excellent fielders and got amazing length into their rather unorthodox method of kicking, and won by double scores, 2-13 to 1-6. Fethard team Back L to R: Dick Cummins (chairman), Dick Allen (who threw in the ball), Paul Mullins, Michael O'Riordan, William Connolly, Peter O'Dwyer, Denis O'Meara, Liam Connolly, Stephen Fitzgerald, Tommy Sheehan, Tom Ryan, John Sheehan, Brian Burke, Paul Hayes, Willie O'Meara, Brian Higgins, Danny Mullins, Steven McCormack. Front L to R: Mick O'Riordan, Colm Kehoe, Gerry Horan, Philip Ryan, Chris Coen, Diarmuid Hackett, Michael O'Meara, Liam Ryan, Tony Flanagan, Gerry Murphy, John Hackett and Roger Mehta.
Three ladies watching events taking place at the Kilcash Fancy Dress, Baby Show at Field Day held on July 25, 1982 are L to R: Kitty McGrath and her mother, Joan Mitten (Kilsheelan) and Ellen Maher.
Team from Cloneen / Killusty entered in the Killusty seven-a-side soccer competition August 1982. Back L to R: Paul Gahan, Joseph O'Brien, Bernard Feery, Paul Duggan, Gerry Dorney. Front L to R: Michael Kearney, Richard Fahy, Joe Fahy and ?.
Brenda O'Brien on 'Frosty Lad' with her father Ted O'Brien at the Killusty Pony Show, July 10, 1982
Killusty Pony Show Fancy Dress entry by John Stokes and friends on July 10, 1982.
Four children playing, don't know where, don't know when?
Three men wearing Shamrock standing at a doorway, somewhere?
Photo of my late brother Johnnie Carey, from the Green. Johnny played cricket for the local hospital team where he worked during his time in Surrey England. He would often tell me about the great chats he had with Tony Newport who inherited a love for the game from his father Bert, who was an English man. (photo supplied from Joan Johnson (née Carey, Santa Barbara Ca USA).
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The death has occurred on Thursday, May 7, 2026, of Michael Whelan, Barrack Street, Fethard, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents, brothers Paddy and Jimmy and sister Mary. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Catherine, daughters Violet, Shirley and Geraldine, sons Philip and Pascal, son-in-law Martin, grandchildren Bryan, Anna, Daniel, Christy, Melissa, Charlotte, Killian, Jerome, Bobby, Pearl, Bonnie, Ruane and Millie, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
