Upperchurch - Drombane
Holycross - Ballycahill
Portroe
KILLENAULE
DRANGAN
BOHERLAHAN/DUALLA
TWO-MILE-BORRIS/MOYCARKEY/LITTLETON
BOURNEA BRIEFS
BALLINGARRY
CLONOULTY-ROSSMORE
BOURNEA BRIEFS
BOHERLAHAN/DUALLA
URLINGFORD-JOHNSTOWN
TEMPLEDERRY
RATHDOWNEY
DONAGHMORE-BALLYBROPHY
GORTNAHOE-GLENGOOLE
SILVERMINES
CLOUGHJORDAN
KNOCKAVILLA-DONASKEIGH
MULLINAHONE
MONEYGALL-DUNKERRIN
THURLES NOTES EXTRA
NEWPORT

Upperchurch - Drombane

Clodiagh Anglers - Jimmy Tyrell, renowned "fly-tying" expert and Angling columnist will be in Drombane Hall on this Thursday night. 4th March. All are welcome.
Scór na bPáistí - Scór na bPáistí final takes place in Drombane Hall on Saturday next, March 6th at 7.30 p.m.
We would like to congratulate Áine Ryan on her winning success on Saturday night last at Scór Sinsear in Borrisoleigh. Good luck in the Munster semi-final in Cappamore on March 6th.


Holycross - Ballycahill

St. Pio - The March meeting of the Friends of St. Pio will be held in the Abbey on this Thursday night, March 4th at 8pm.
Lenten Food Project - This Saturday, March 6th and Sunday, March 7th you are kindly asked to bring along soup packets and leave them in boxes in church.
First Holy Communion Preparation - Children from the parish who are preparing for the Sacrament of Holy Communion will participate in the Mass in the Abbey at 7 p.m. on Saturday night, March 6th and in Ballycahill Church on Saturday, March 6th at 8pm.
Free Employment Workshops - There will be eight sessions commencing Wednesday, March 10th from 1pm to 4 pm. held in the Tipperary Institute. The sessions will include Career Planning, CV's and Interview Techniques. This should be of great assistance to anyone seeking employment.

Portroe

Scór na bPáistí - The parish final of Scór na bPáistí will be held in Portroe Hall on this Wednesday night, 3rd March at 7pm. All parents are asked to accompany their children on the night.
Get Well - Get well wishes are extended to Seamus Donnellan, Mary Kenny and Joe Kenny who are in hospital. We wish them all a full recovery.
Pioneers - Portroe Pioneer Association will hold their A.G.M. on Thursday, 4th March in the old school at 8 p.m. New members welcome. Our annual presentation of certificates and pins will take place at Mass on Saturday, 20th March followed by social evening in Larkins Restaurant, Garrykennedy.

KILLENAULE

Slieveardagh Lecture Series - Illustrated Talk by Pat Dunne on the Mines with unique photographs of mining conditions in Ballingarry and also a slide show on the Slieveardagh Coalfields will take place in Slieveardagh Centre, Killenaule on Wednesday, 24th March at 8 p.m. Admission 5 euro, refreshments served. Pat Dunne is a native to Crosscannon, Killenaule and served his time as an electrician in the Slieveardagh Coalfields. During his time working in the Coalfields between 1959 and 1973, Pat recorded live images of the mines on camera. He has over 250 images of all the coalfields including Ballynonty, Copper and Gurteen. He also has a number of miners lamps display as well as a rare poster of the Sale of the Mining Rights. For further information contact Maura Barrett on (052) 9156165.
Book Collection - St. Mary's National School Killenaule, Parents Association is collecting second hand books to donate to the school library. Book boxes shall be in the school classrooms from Monday and shall remain throughout March. Please ensure that books donated are in good condition and are suitable reading for Primary school children. Next meeting shall take place in the school on March 23rd at 8.30 p.m.
Garden Club - On Tuesday, 9th March in Sports Complex at 8 p.m. well known gardener Eva Holmes, Kilkenny will be guest speaker at the clubs March meeting. Usual raffle and refreshments served. Non members welcome.
Daffodil Day - Friday, March 26th is a date to be put in your diary. Killenaule committee will be holding a Tea/Coffee morning in St. Mary's Hall on the day and daffodils fresh and silk will be on sale around the town. Birthday Wishes - Congratulations to Nan Kelly and Michael Gilmartin, Bailey House Nursing Home who were given a joint celebration party by Matron recently. An evening of great entertainment was enjoyed by all present as those two with very special birthdays took part in the singing and dancing. Long more may they enjoy themselves.
St. Patrick's Night Social - Killenaule Community Sports Complex will hold a social on Friday, 19th March from 8 p.m. to 12. Music by John and Eric, Taille 10 euro. Refreshments served. Please support.
Sympathy - Sincere sympathy to the Brophy family, Johnstown on the recent death of John Brophy. God grant him eternal rest.

DRANGAN

C.L.C.G. Naomh Padraigh - When Ballingarry Secondary School were recently defeated by Tulla, Co. Clare in the Munster Under 16½ hurling final they had 7 St. Patricks players in action. They were Mark Slattery, Mark Mullally, Brendan Gleeson, Eamon Needham, Robbie Meagher, WIlliam O'Brien and Nicky Kearney.
On Saturday last in Fethard our U/21 footballers defeated Clonmel Óg by 3-5 to 2-7. The team was Marcus O'Halloran, Thomas Hayes, Colm Dunne, Robbie Meagher, Jamie Moloney, Richard Needham, (Capt.), Paul Horan, Eamon Needham, Tony O'Brien, Stuart Broderick, David Carroll, John Moroney, Eoghan McCormack, Keelan O'Neill and Mark Fitzgerald.
On this Saturday morning our U/21 footballers play Ballyporeen in the South Tipperary quarter final at 11.45 in Ardfinnan.
On Sunday last in Ballylooby our Junior footballers were defeated by Ballylooby - Castlegrace in the County league by 1-9 to 1-5. The team was: Richard Needham, Colm Dunne, Keith Browne, Robert Meagher, Jason Hayes, Brian McCormack, P.J. Burke, Paul Horan, Patrick Moroney, John Moroney, Séan Horan, Tony O'Brien, Eamon Needham, Aaron Cronin, Eoghan McCormack.
We extend the sympathy of St. Patrick's G.A.A. Club to Mrs. Breda O'Donovan on the recent death of her mother Mrs. Mary B. Ryan, Newport.
Breda's sons Simon and Denis were prominent members of under age teams over the years while Cathal is still a prominent member of our under age teams. May she rest in peace.

BOHERLAHAN/DUALLA

Boherlahan I.C.A.: Next meeting of Boherlahan I.C.A. is Wednesday, March 10th at 8.00pm in the Parochial hall. New members are always welcome.

TWO-MILE-BORRIS/MOYCARKEY/LITTLETON

Adoration - There will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on this Friday, 6th March, First Friday in St. Peters In Chain Church, Moycarkey from 5.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. followed by Mass. In St. James Church, Two-Mile-Borrris, Mass is at 10 a.m. with Adoration until 12 noon. In St. Kevins Church, Littleton, Adoration from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. followed by Mass, confessions before all Masses.
The Late James Meaney - The death has taken place on February 7th of James Meaney, Kylenoe, Horse & Jockey. Burial took place in Two-Mile-Borris Cemetery after 11.30 a.m. Requiem Mass in St. Peters in Chains Church, Moycarkey. Deeply mourned by his brothers Michael, Patsy, Billy, Christy and Brendan, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May he rest in peace. Month's Mind Mass in St. Peters in Chain Church, Moycarkey on this Sunday, March 7th at 11 a.m.
The Late Bill McMonagle - The death has taken place on February 7th suddenly of Bill McMonagle, Glengoole, father of Rosaleen Maher, Ballymoreen, Littleton. Burial took place in the local cemetery after 11.30 a.m. Requiem Mass in Ss. Patricks and Oliver Church, Glengoole. Deeply mourned by his wife Teresa, sons Sean, Dominic, Mark and Michael, daughter Rosaleen, daughter-in-law, brother, sisters, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends . May he rest in peace.
St. Patricks Day Parade - We appeal to all local sporting clubs, organisations, schools, musical and cultural groups to continue to go the extra mile and be present on the day. All entries, however small are very welcome. Your help is requested in putting out the invitation via text, e-mail, twitter or whatever. A proposed extension of the festival to the Muintir Hall may not be possible due to a small working committee. Parade begins on the Ballybeg Road between St. Marys Church of Ireland and the Ballybeg Castle at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, 17th March. Local garda Pat Kirwan will have the usual traffic restrictions in place.

BOURNEA BRIEFS

Families Thanks - The Carroll / Whelan family of Couraguneen wish to express their extreme gratitude to Clonakenny Club for their huge response, at very short notice, to the search for Anna Whelan's son, Stephen in Galway on Friday, 26th February. Stephen was not found on the day but the turn out of young and not so young from Clonakenny was tremendous and very much appreciated by the families.

MOYNE-TEMPLETUOHY

County Champions - Congratulations to the members of our Novelty Act who won the County final in Scór Sinsear at a packed Marian Hall, Borrisoleigh on Saturday, February 27th. Hard luck to our competitor in Recitation, Francis Cleere who gave a fine performance on a night when extremely high standards prevailed and to our Quiz Team who finished as runners-up to Borrisoleigh. Best of luck to the cast of the Novelty Act, to Áine Ryan, Upperchurch in Recitation and to all the other Tipp representatives who will face the champions of Clare and Limerick in the Munster semi-final at Cappamore, Co. Limerick on Saturday, March 6th at 7 p.m. Hoping to see good parish support there.
Scór na bPáistí - We will be represented in 6 competitions in the Mid semi-final of Scór na bPáistí which will be held in Littleton on Sunday, March 7th commencing at 6.30 p.m. Best of luck to Emma Ryan in Solo Song, Harry Hogan, Pierce Maher, Stephen Troy and Darren Ryan in Ballad Group; Eoin Campion, Damien Cantwell and Emma Ryan in Quiz, Pierce Maher, Katrina Kiely, Stephen Troy and Emily Walsh in Instrumental Music, Jessica Hayes in Recitation and to Figure Dancers Lauren Dunne, Erin Hayden, Róisín and Laura Daly, Muireann Lloyd, Máiréad Foy, Caitlyn Tobin and Niamh Ryan.
Lourdes Collection - A collection will be held in both Moyne and Templetuohy churches on this weekend, March 6th and 7th at all Masses to raise funds to send a representation from each end of the parish on pilgrimage to Lourdes.Juvenile GAA - The annual progressive 25 card game was held in Templetuohy on Wednesday night last, February 24th. There was a tremendous turnout with 18 tables of 6 and 1 table of 4. Thanks to everyone who supported this annual fund raiser for the juvenile club. Thanks to all the ladies who helped in the kitchen and also to those who donated confectionary for the night. Scór
The juvenile club would like to congratulate the participants of the Novelty Act in the Senior Scór who won the County title on Saturday night last and who now goes forward to the Munster semi-final in Cappamore on this Saturday, March 6th. We would also like to wish the best of luck to the participants in Scór Na bPaisti which takes place in Littleton on Sunday night next, March 7th. There is participation in Solo Song, Recitation, Ballad Group, Instrumental, Quiz and Figure Dancing.

BALLINGARRY

F.F. Clinic - Councillor Sylvia Cooney-Sheehan, M.C.C., will hold a Clinic in "Jimmy's" Lounge, Ballingarry, on Sat. 13th March at 7.45 pm. All are welcome.
1st Holy Communion Monthly Mass - The date has been changed from 7th & March 14th. March 14th is Mother's Day.
1st Holy Communion Mass: Sat May 1st at 11am.
1st Confessions will take place on March 18th at 7pm in the Church.
Prayer Meeting in the Presentation Sisters house The Commons on Tuesday March 2nd from 7.30-8.30pm
Calling all Camogie Players - Registration will be held on Thursday March 4th in The G.A.A Centre from 7pm-8pm. New members welcome
Mohober N.S Cake/Pancake Sale - As a result of a cake/pancake sale and no uniform day on Feb 16th/17th the parents and pupils of Mohober N.S raised  €322 in aid of the Haiti disaster fund.  Many thanks for all contributions for this cause.
Table Quiz - Fund Raising Table Quiz will be held in Presentation Secondary School on Thu March 4th next @ 8pm. Prizes for Adult & Student tables & your support will be very welcome.
Whist Drive - A Whist Drive will held in The Community Centre on Monday March 1st in aid of Coolquill A.C.
GAA News - Adult Football League Division 2 - Drom and Inch 3-08 Ballingarry 0-03
Ballingarry 3-3 Carrick Swans 0-11
Senior Social Club - March get together on Thursday 11th March @ 2.30pm in Community Centre. Come along & enjoy a cup a tea, chat, a game of bingo & music. All are welcome.
Hip-Hop Classes For Kids Continues this Saturday 27th February Ballingarry Community Centre - 2-3pm Two qualified & fully insured instructors Male & Female Teens & Adult dance classes available Call Nikki on 085 1416953 for more details
Community Alert - Watch out for your neighbours. Report anything suspicious, Garda 9154100. Senior citizens wear your Community Alert alarm at all times
Newsletter deadline Wed. 8pm E-mail all items for March to eileen.heaphy@ireland.com
Pioneer Youth Weekend - The Pioneer Youth Weekend for 12-17 year olds has been a highlight on the Pioneer calendar since 1998. This year it takes place in Gormanston College Co. Meath from the 2nd-4th July. The event is organised by the Meath Diocesan Youth Committee PTAA. Anyone interested in attending this event should contact Dermot Fagan on 085-7201646.

CLONOULTY-ROSSMORE

Congratulations - Congratulations to Patricia Ryan L who received a Volunteer in Sports Award. On Thursday, 10th December the South Tipperary Sports Partnership honoured 9 individuals for their extraordinary commitment to their sport and club. Patricia was one of the 9. It was held in Brú Ború in Cashel. Rossmore Racquetball Club is fortunate to have Patricia as their Chairperson; she is constantly striving to promote the game of racquetball and is always there to help and encourage the younger players. Patricia received a Certificate of Appreciation and a lovely Tipperary Crystal bowl, a just reward for all her time and dedication.
Set Dancing - Every Thursday night in Clonoulty Hall.
Scór na bPáistí - This Friday night Scór na bPáistí will take place in Clonoulty Community Centre at 8pm.

BOURNEA BRIEFS

U21 Football: Clonakenny will play Gortnahoe Glengoole in the Mid Tipp U21 B Football Semi Final. This game will be played in Templetuohy on this Sunday at 11am. Your support will be greatly appreciated.
The U21 B Hurling Championship will begin either on St Patricks Day or the following weekend.
Training continues at the appointed times for all intermediate, junior and u21 players. All players are asked to make a big effort especially with the U21 championship beginning St Patricks week and the county intermediate hurling league commencing on the weekend of 27/28th March.
Membership is now due for 2010. With the membership rates the same as last year. All Club members Adult and Juvenile must now be registered with Croke Park by March 31st, so to facilitate the work involved in this Registration the closing date for membership is March 21st. No membership can be accepted after this date.
North Tipp Hospice would like to thank the soccer club for the proceeds of their raffle on saturday night last.

BOHERLAHAN/DUALLA

Oklahoma Fundraiser Race Night: A fundraising race night, in aid of the Oklahoma Show will be held on Friday, 26th March 2010 in The Horse & Hound Pub, Dualla at 8.30pm. You might like to consider (a) sponsoring a race or (b) buying a horse (10 euro). Please come along on the night to show your support for this community event. In the meantime, rehearsals continue and there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. Show performances will run from Thursday, 3rd June to Monday, 7th June 2010.
Juvenile Adjourned AGM: The adjourned AGM was held last Friday night. Our new Chairman Martin Bourke was elected, we wish Martin the very best in his new role and offer him our full support in every way. The juvenile club will hold monthly meetings the third Saturday of every month. Saturday, 20th March is the date for the first meeting.
VHI Cul 4 Kids Summer Camp: The summer camp will be held from Monday, 5th July to Friday, 9th July. A committee will be set up again this year to organise the busy week. More information to follow in the coming weeks.
U8s: The U8 group had an indoor hurling blitz last Saturday morning in the Sarsfield GAA Centre. They had matches against Clonakenny, Drom and Thurles.
U10s: The U10s will be leaving Boherlahan pitch next Saturday morning at 9.30am for a football blitz in The Ragg. Training for all other panels continues as per usual, thanks to those who volunteered with the large U6 group Saturday morning. Membership can be given to any team mentor please.
Schools Coaching: The three parish schools are in full action with the school coaching scheme. This is a great opportunity for all the pupils to develop their GAA skills in a fun and positive environment. The programme is led by Conor Gleeson and assisted by John O'Dwyer, Alan Fitzpatrick and Fr. Peter Brennan. Thanks to the three principals for their co-operation.
Dualla FC: Dualla FC will play Clerihan FC in the Shield Division Final on Sunday 7th March at 3.00pm in the Community Field, Dualla. Support much appreciated on the day.
GAA AGM: The following is a list of officers elected for 2010 for Boherlahan Dualla GAA Club: Presidents: Fr. Joe Egan, Fr. James Feehan, Vice Presidents: Flor Coffey, Paddy Wardick, John Coffey, Philip Ryan, Liam O'Dwyer, Sean Leahy, Dan Ryan, Chairman: Philly Ryan, Vice Chairman: Lar Devane, Secretary: Connie Mulcahy, Assistant Secretary: Anne Flanagan, PRO: Lisa Stapleton, Treasurers: Seamus Leahy, Michael Maher, Membership Officer: Anne Flanagan, Development Officer: Paul Ryan, Mid Fixtures Rep: John Devane, P.J. Maher, Co. Board Rep: Seamus Leahy, Field Contact: Anne Flanagan, Website Development: Lisa Stapleton and Mark Ivors, Cultural Officer: Tom Clarke, Schools Liaison Officer: To be confirmed, Commitee: Officers for 2009 on block: David Ryan, John Geehan, Austin, Willie Troy, Irene Dwan, Martin Bourke, Brendan Ryan , Seamus Hickey, David Maher, Conor Gleeson, Kieran Maher, Dick Corrigan, Connie, P.J. Maher, John Maher , David Delaney, Plus Mark Ivors, Betty Stapleton, Tom Clarke and Lar Devane.
Membership: Membership now due – please give as soon as possible to Anne Flanagan. Closing date is fast approaching. Seniors: 50 euro, Non players: 20 euro, Students / Minors: 25 euro.
Tidy Towns: It is that time of year again, spring is in the air. We do ask you to make every effort to keep our villages neat and tidy. Co-operation is the key. We also ask you to be vigilant and challenge people who feel they can use parish amenities for anti social behaviour. If we all take responsibility, then standards and values will be safeguarded and maintained.
Ardmayle & Dualla Graveyards: Sincere thanks to all who help in keeping the graveyard clean and tidy. We thank the FAS men and Ardmayle Heritage Society (Ardmayle) and Tom O'Donnell (Dualla). We also ask all who use the graveyard to please take away any waste material with them that is not being used. We would encourage people to visit the graveyard during daylight, rather than at night, for health and safety reasons.
Sympathy: Sympathy is extended to Nora O'Reilly, Ballyheens, Dualla on the death of her father James Cunningham, Tipperary. May he Rest in Peace.

URLINGFORD-JOHNSTOWN

First Friday - Next Friday is the First Friday of March and Canon Dunphy P.P. will visit the sick of the parish at the usual time on Friday morning. If there is anyone sick or housebound and would like the Canon to call, don't hesitate in letting him know.
Community Games - Cross country on Wednesday, 3rd March at Urlingford G.A.A. Grounds 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. admission 2 euro. Races, U/12 Girls 400m, U/12 Boys 400m, U/14 girls 600m, U/14 Boys 600m; U/14 Quiz on Monday, 8th March in CYMS Hall, Johnstown at
7 p.m., admission 2 euro. All children from the areas Urlingford, Johnstown, Crosspatrick and Galmoy are encouraged to participate in the events. Please note that all children must be under the specified age on the 31st July this year.
Colaiste Mhuire - Colaiste Mhuire Johnstown will run Post Leaving Cert Courses in September for Engineering/Welding, Childcare Level 5, Childcare Level 6, Computers/Secretarial Level 5, Business Administration Level 6. Places are limited to approx 20 per class, forms are available from the school office, phone (056) 8831135.
I.C.A. - Graine I.C.A. meeting in Graine Hall on this Thursday, 4th March at 8 p.m.
Choir Practice - Choir Practice in Urlingford Church on this Thursday, 4th March at 7.30 p.m. in preparation for the Feast of St. Patrick.
Death - The death has taken place peacefully at Padre Pio Nursing Home, Holycross of Mrs. Bridget Ryan Davy (nee Ryan) of Rathbeg. A member of a highly respected family who was a very caring wife, mother, grandmother and neighbour with a lovely smile and a big welcome for everyone. There was a huge attendance at her removal from Doyle's Funeral Home, Urlingford to Church of the Sacred Heart Gortnahoe. After Requiem Mass burial took place in the Good Sheppard Cemetery. She is deeply mourned by her loving daughters Mary, Kathleen, Eileen and Breda, sons-in-law, grandchildren, sister Margaret, brother-in-law Paddy, nieces, nephews and a large circle of friends and neighbours.
Whist - Results of Whist Drive held in St. Mary's Hall, Johnstown recently, proceeds in aid of youth. Barbara Wellwood, Sheila McGree, Rebecca Robinson, Veronica Robinson, Bridie Bergin, Joan Loughman, Kelly Caldbeck, Lena McEvoy, K. Coughlan, Dinnie Byrne, Tom Cooke, Henry Miller, Henry Martin, Sam Caldbeck, Robert Bennett, RIchard Caldbeck, Adam Caldbeck, Alison Caldbeck. Raffle, Mary McEvoy, Lauren Roche, Christy Large, Joan Loughman, Lauren Stanley, Liam O'Halloran, Kathleen Malone, Henry Cooke, Dennis Byrne, Henry Martin, Rose Corcoran, Emma Caldbeck, Billy Malone, June Cooke, Gail Bennett, Joan McLoughman. Next Whist on Friday, 12th March in St. Mary's Hall for Trocaire.
Triple Parenting Programme - The Triple Parenting Programme is a supportive information series of workshops that aims to encourage, inform and strengthen parenting skills in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The course is for parents and guardians of children aged between 2 and 12 years. It is in Urlingford Community Childcare Centre (behind the fire station) starting on Tuesday, 2nd March at 10.30 a.m. and runs for six weeks. The course is free, for more information or to book a place contact Mick or Peg at (056) 8838562.
90th Birthday - Congratulations goes to Mrs. Margaret (Peggy) Hickey, Pound Street, Rathdowney on reaching her 90th birthday. A very well organised party was held in Brendan O'Neills Lounge Bar by her family who are very proud of their mother. Peggy was married to the late Danny Hickey formerly of the Islands. They lived for many years at Main Street before moving to Rathdowney. Peggy, nee Langton is a native of Glengoole Gortnahoe. A large number of friends attended. A huge bouquet of flowers and a large birthday cake was presented to Margaret who is wished many more happy years.
21st Birthday - A double 21st birthday party was held in Hayes Bar on Saturday night last. Congratulations to Danielle Campion and Ciara Flaherty on reaching their 21st birthday. Both families held parties in their own homes.

TEMPLEDERRY

Sympathy - We extend our very sincere sympathy to Maureen Butler and family ,Foilnamuck, Dolla on the recent death of Maureens Mother Mrs Ryan Newport. We also extend our sympathy to the entended members of Maureens family.
March Anniversary Mass - The Anniversary Mass for all those whose anniversaries occur during the month of March will be celebrated on Saturday night March 13th 2010 in Templederry Church. Please contact either Mary Brosnan or Marian Harrington in good time with the Names for inclusion.
Used clothing Appeal - A used clothing appeal for an Irish nun and Irish built Orphanage called Dochas, Nasamu. We appeal for used ladies , Gents and childrens clothes and shoes. We are looking for household linens. i.e. towels, sheets, blankets etc. This appeal takes place on Friday next Marech 5th. before 12.00 noon at Killeen and Templederry Church gates. For more details contact Marie 087 6890995.
Foroige - Foroige… Empowering youth …. Enriching communities.
Bris Canning is the regional youth officer for foroige and is interested to know if anyone from Templederry Parish Would like to get involved in developing a Club here in our community. She can be contacted on 086 2043599.
North Final Senior Scor - Congratulations to the Senior Scor competitors who won the North Final recently. They were Liam Brennan, Sean Mc Cutcheon, Mary O Dwyer, Eithne Kennedy and Ailish Murray. Also congratulations to Liam Brennan who won the Solo Competirion.
School Enrolment - Templederry National School are now enrolling pupils for the coming year 2010/2011. If you intend enrolling your Child in Templederry National School please contact the school for an enrolment form before March 5th.
Killeen/Templederry Apostolic Society - Killeen/Templederry Apostolic Society will hold their Annual Display and Cake Sale on Sunday March 21st. in the Kenyon Community Centre Templederry. Your support would be much appreciated. Donations of Cakes, Buns etc etc would be much appreciated. You can also help the Missions by purchasing a chalice or any Sacred Vessel and having the name of a loved one Living or dead inscribed on same and then donating same to the Missions. The persons name will be remembered in all Masses. For further information please contact Mary Ryan at 0504.52289.
Munster Final DVDs - A DVD of the Junior B Munster Final is now available for purchase @ €12.00 each. Please contact Paddy Kennedy @ 087 9886685 or Anne Ryan @ 086 8916511

RATHDOWNEY

Rathdowney Pantomime Group are back in action this year with their 24th production. This year's show is called "Reach For The Stars" and it will be staged in Rathdowney Community Centre from 18th to 21st March. The script is another original from the pens of Rathdowney resident scriptwriters Niall O'Doherty and Michael Creagh. The leading lady will be played by Owlyn Kilcane, who has been with the group since she was a child. She will be hotly pursued by an "out of this world" Mark O'Loughlin, who's dad, Kieran will be showing us how a lady should (or shouldn't) conduct herself. Thomas Creach will be
Mark's sidekick. There is a huge cast almost 125 including 70 children.
Michael says its also a very important event in the development of the children and many budding stars that will be treading the boards during the run. The cast are too numerous to mention but will include the elder stateswoman Phyllis Fitzpatrick who has been in every single production since the group began in 1984. Other long serving members will include Donal Ryan, Margaret Creagh, Ann Marie and Eileen Ryan. Kay Dalton and Gail O'Loughlin will be giving us super value with their performances. Helen Fortune will be directing a choir of nuns with bad habits which will include "new"grandmother Jane O'Brien. Other ladies in the cast include Catherine Creagh, Elaine Martin, Karen Treacy, Martina Keyes, Helen Campion, Sarah and Mary Bowe,Mgt. Murphy, Celia Whelan and Martina Scanlon.
Cullohill will be represented by Pauline Begadon and her niece Ashling and Anna Mackey. Our male chorus will include Brian McHugh, David Guilfoyle, Tony Brophy, Shane O'Grady, Pat Keating, Paul O'Dea and Paul Hogan. Jenny Moylan and his wife Chrissie will be a doctor and nurse combo attending to the blood pressure of the cast! For four nights in March the stage in Rathdowney Community Centre will be packed, booking details later, (0505) 46758.
Good News - There is good news for Rathdowney form the Minister of Education Batt O'Keeffe T.D. who has given approval for the building of the major new extension to Scoil Bhride. The school authorities have already received planning permission for the project and they can now proceed to tender and get on with instruction.
Liturgy Meeting - During Lent a series of evenings are being planned for those who work in the diocese. These evenings are an opportunity to get together with readers and eucharistic ministers from other parishes to reflect upon and to deepen our understanding of the contributions that those ministers make to the liturgy of our parish. Our parish is invited to attend on Wednesday, March 24th in the Pastoral Centre, Castletown from 7.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. If you are free to attend please let us know so that we can pass on appropriate numbers.
Wedding Anniversary - Congratulations to Paddy McCormack, Rathdowney and Mary Bergin, Johnstown who celebrated their 60th (Diamond) wedding anniversary. The happy couple live at Kilcoran, Rathdowney and are hail and hearty. They have seven children, Angela, Phil, Eileen, Debra, Ann, Jim and Pat, all grown up and married. Their many friends wish Mary and Paddy many more years of wedded bliss.

DONAGHMORE-BALLYBROPHY

The Late Mrs. Mary Carey - The death occurred on Wednesday, February 17th at St. James' Hospital, Dublin of Mary (Mai) Carey of Aughmacart, Cullohill. She had been ill for a long time but bore her suffering with great dignity. She is mourned by her husband Peter, daughter Margaret, sons Harold, Peter, Michael and Brendan. Remains reposed at Margaret's residence in Carrig. After prayers at 7 o'clock removal took place on Saturday evening to St. Tighearnachs Church, Cullohill. On Sunday Requiem Mass was followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Pilgrimage - Pilgrimage to Medjugorie will take place on Thurs, April 22nd to Thurs, April 29th. The cost is 599 euro. Special offer of 100 euro if full fare is paid up now. Places are limited. To book your place contact Larry Cummins on (057) 8736393 or Christine Dalton on (087) 6418203. Do make sure to book in good time, so as you place will be ensured.
Ossory Pilgrimage to Lourdes - The Ossory Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from May 22nd May 27th inclusive. The fare is 720 euro per person. Those who wish to travel with the main group or with the sick should contact Eleanor on (051) 880414 or Glenmore @ossory.ie Mon to Fri 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. excluding Wednesday.

GORTNAHOE-GLENGOOLE

Bereavement:The death occurred of James(Jimmy) Ryan, Clonora, Glengoole, on February 14th 2010. Removal took place from Egans funeral home to St Patrick and Oliver Church, Glengoole on Tuesday 6th. Requim Mass was on Wednesday followed by burial in adjoining cemetery. Jimmy pre-deceased by his wife Maura is deeply regretted by his daughters Mary C. (Horan) and Suzanne (Holohan), son Thomas, grand children, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, 6 brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.
Death:The death has occurred of Bridget Ryan-Davy, (nee Ryan), Rathbeg, Gortanhoe, on February Wednesday 17th. Removal took place from Doyles funeral home to The Church of The Sacred Heart, Gortanhoe, on Thursday. Requim Mass was on Friday followed by burial in Good Sheperd Cemetery. Bridget is deeply missed by her daughters - Mary, Kathleen, Eileen, Breda, sister Margaret, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, peace to her gentle soul.
Gortanhoe - Glengoole Folk Group:Will commence in the next couple of weeks. All interested are asked to text Fr Joe at 086-7714888.
Gortanhoe - Glengoole Juvenile G.A.A Club:The above will hold its A.G.M. on this Friday night, February 26th in the club rooms at 8:30 p.m. All are encouraged to attend.
Gymnastic Classes:In the old school, Urlingford, Mondays 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd March. Times 4 to 5, 5 to 6, 6 to 7 p.m. Booking essential to Vanessa at 086-3451873. Fee payable first day.
Counselling:Low cost and confidential counselling services available from a trained counsellor. Contact Fidelma at Millennium Family Resource Centre, Glengoole. To make an appointment phone 052-9157992.

SILVERMINES

Birthday- Congratulations to Sean Berkey, Shalee Silvermines who celebrated his 21st Birthday last weekend.
Clothing Collection- A clothing collection on Friday March 5th for an orphanage in Nigeria, from outside Silvermines church before noon.
Lourdes Social- The Lourdes social was a great success thanks to your generosity. From the proceeds of the night, ten people will now travel to Lourdes next June. The winners were Joan Kelly Silvermines, Maura Gleeson Kilbay, Des Nolan Caseys cross, Jim O'Brien Boultheeny, Pat Holland Tulla, John Lynch Ballinacliagh, Jackie Ryan Ballygasheen, Ailish Abbott Dolla, John O'Connell Cureeny, Jim Maher Roscrea and James Hickey, Rogg, Dolla.
Get well- Get well wishes are sent to Peggy Curtin Silvermines.
Course- There is a Fetac Course in Relation to stewarding for Semple stadium on March 5th and 6th next. Please contact Yvonne Griffin for details.

CLOUGHJORDAN

Presentation- The Kilruane Mac Donaghs club will present the North Medals to the under 21 hurlers and the O'Riain Cup medals to the senior hurlers on Friday 19th March in the GAA complex at 8pm. The Kilruane Mac Donaghs junior team that won the county final in 1960 will be the guests of honour on the night. Tickets at a subsidided price of ten euro are still availible.
Chernobyl- The Friends of the children of Chernobyl are holding a church gate collection in Kilruane and Ardcroney this weekend.
Community Games- CloughJordan Community Games are holding a table quiz on Friday 12th March in Bombers bar at 9pm.
All Ireland- Congratulations to Niall O'mear, Eanna Hogan and Thomas Cleary who were members of the Tipperary Vocational Schools team that beat Kilkenny in the All Ireland final in Thurles.
Indoor Hurling- The indoor hurling has resumed in the GAA complex. On Monday nights the under 8s and under 10s are in action. On Tuesday nights the under 12s train at 7o'clock.

KNOCKAVILLA-DONASKEIGH

Daffodil Day -Daffodil Day this year will be on Friday March 26th. When the usual collectors will give their all to make it a success. Fears are abound that due to rain, snow and frost of early spring and winter that the daffodils will be late and scarce- not so, come hail or shine we all have the "Host of golden daffodils, fluttering and dancing in the breeze''' as always. Nothng to chase the winter blues like the apperance of the early daffodils and good luck to those who work so hard on daffodil day.
Confirmation- Confirmation comes early this time- March 12th what a busy month March will be. However everybody looks forward to Confirmation Day in the parish due to the visit of the Bishop.
Youth Club- It is hoped to form a youth club in the parish -an organisation that has been attempted many, many times back through the years. It always fell by the wayside in a short time. Leaders and voulunteers are required to nurse the youth! The thought occurs- would'nt it be be a great opportunity for those excellent, well educated young people unemployed and disgrunted to form their own youth club- They know everything, can do everything so why not? There is much to be done that the youth can identify with- for instance take Daffodil day, why leave it all to a few elders. So come along all you ""young men of twenty'' and girls too of coarse, we'd love to see you coming with Daffodils not to mention getting your youth club up and running. Phone Maria at 085-1078925

MULLINAHONE

Under 21's still going well on Saturday Afternoon last our under 21 footballers had a good 2-8 0-10 win over Knock-meeldown Gaels in the South Tipp under 21B football quarterfinal. We are now in the semi-final. Our team has plent of potential to do well. We lined out, Ciaran O'Shea Brian Treacy, Alan Walsh, Joeseph O'Meara, Chris Horan,Sean Curran, Eddie Phelan, Thomas Collins, Kevin Walger, Niall 0

MONEYGALL-DUNKERRIN

Moneygall, Dunkerrin, Barna Social Services: The annual general meeting of the Moneygall, Dunkerrin, Barna Social Services will take plce in the Legion Hall, Moneygall on Thursday night, March 4th at 8 p.m. Forget the "Gloom and Doom", come out and enjoy talk, style and worshop, with style by Caroline. Discover what clothes and colours suit you, great styling, wardrobe shoffing, hair and make up tips. At the interval a raffle will be held for Haiti. Three strips for five euro. Refreshments will be served. It is hoped that there will be a good turn out of members.
Moneygall Whist: At the weekly Whist Drive in the Legion Hall, Moneygall on Wednesday night 17th, February 2010.The following were the prizewinners. Top Score: Kathleen Kelly, Top Lady: Mary Fox, Top Gent: Normam Alexandara. First Half: Kit Madden, Second Half: Mim Fogarty. Quarters: 1st: Anne Pearson, 2nd: Sean Cawley, 3rd: Nora Sullivan, Theresa King, 4th: Eddie Guest. Raffle winners: 1st: Mary Fox, 2nd: Patricia Guest, 3rd: Thady Maher, 4th: Frances Benn. Whist as usual on Wednesday nights at 8 p.m.
Moneygall Cards: These were the prizewinners at the 45 drive in The Legion Hall, Moneygall on Sunday night, February 14th 2010. Tops: Liam O' Brien & Paddy Cummins, Second: Mick Varley & Mick Droney, First six: Jim Treacy & Sean O' Dwyer, Last six: Pat Guidera & Margaret Costello, Last game: Kathleen Burns & Gerry Maher, Raffle Winners: 1st: Paddy Cummins, 2nd: Maura Bolger, 3rd: Kathleen Burns. Cards continue on Sunday nights at 8 p.m.
Dunkerrin Progressive 45 Drive: The following were the prizewinners for the Progressive 45 Drive in the Dunkerrin Community Centre on Friday night last February 19th 2010. Tops: (shared) Lar & Statia Maher/Jack and Billy Maher, Second: (shared) Mick Varley/Nick Droney, George Harding/Bunny Meaney, Reuben Butler/John Johnston, First six: Patsy Hoolan/Ted Maher, Last six: Tom Nolan & T.J. Donoghue, Last game: P.J. Houlihan & Noel Cahill. Cards continue on each Friday ight at 8:30 p.m.
Dunkerrin I.C.A.: The monthly meeting of the Dunkerrin Guild of the I.C.A. will take place in the community centre on Thursday night, March 4h 2010 at 8 p.m. The guest speaker for the night will be Geraldine Wisdom from Terryglass who will speak on photography and crafts. All of the members are requested to please attend.
Catholic Papers - Barna area: The Legion of Mary would like to know if there is anyone who would be willing to distribute the Catholic Papers in Barna i.e. The Irish Catholic and The Messenger. The Kennedy family have been doing so for a long number of years and are presently unable to continue.
Kilimanjaro: Kilimanjaro (school project for children most in need) the project is on the way. Alot done, more to do. Our building blitz is from October 21st - October 31st. We are looking for volunteers. If intersted please contact Fr. Peter on (086)8265955. All names must be in by end of February. You can make a difference.
Birthday wishes: Congratulations and every good wish for the future are extended to Martin Deane, Barnagroty Road, Moneygall who recently celebrated his 21st birthday and also to John Feehan, Carrick, Roscrea who celebrated his 60th birthday recently.

THURLES NOTES EXTRA

Turtulla Bridge Club
League Results.
1st Moira Stokes, 2nd Stevie Smee, 3rd Michael Ryan, 4th Hannah
O'Toole, 5th Rosemary Carroll.
Flower and Garden Club
Thurles Flower and Garden Club, next meeting on Tuesday, 9th March at 8.15 p.m. in the Presentation Convent Sports Complex. There will be a Garden Talk by Mary Skelly from Kilcoran Garden Centre. Club membership for the year is now due. Non members welcome.
2005 Bridge Club
Results 1st Lil Leahy and Maureen Coman, 2nd Michael Ryan and Christy Campion, 3rd Kay Carey and Anna Kiely, 4th Kitty Keane and Anne Lloyd.
1990 Bridge Club
Results for Monday, 22nd February
1st Maureen Ryan and Francis O'Brien, 2nd Catherine Reynolds and Catherine Harty, 3rd Paddy Barry and Liam Harris, 4th Ann Burke and Geraldine Morrissey.
Rahealty Community Centre
Progressive 25 Results 1st March
On 16 games, Noel Maher and John Kelly. On 12 games, Chrissie Troy, Mary Cleere, Joan Dorney and Mick Ryan. On 11 games, Johnny Maher and Dinny Dunne. Congrats to all our winners.
Thurles Special Olympics Club
As usual our Disco for Valentines was a great success once again with a great turnout and once again our thanks to Martin Shanahan and Thurles Rugby Club for all their help. We will be taking part in the St. Patrick's Day parade on 21st March and we will give more details nearer the day. So mark it down in your diaries.
Our sessions in the Sarsfields on Wednesday nights are flying and the record for successive free throws continues at a pace. Breda Kavanagh has now pushed the record up to fifteen (15). This is a great record and one I feel will last for a while. I'm sure though someone will make me eat my words before too long.
Finally the committee would like to thank the members of Thurles Garda Station for their kind donation especially Garda Bart Howard. Once again your donation is very gratefully received.

NEWPORT

Killoscully centre re-opens
Killoscully Development Association were delighted to announce this week that the Community Centre at Killoscully which has undergone extensive renovations over the last number of months will reopen on Friday March 19 with a dance. Music will be by Seamus Sheehy & Pat. Tickets are currently on sale from any member of the committee and all proceeds from the dance will go towards the Killoscully Community Centre Building Fund.
Artist Donation
Following the very successful exhibition of her paintings at the Library, Nenagh which ran through the month of November, artist Margaret O'Gorman, Castlewaller, Newport has donated a substantial amount of the proceeds to the Oncology Unit at the Regional Hospital, Limerick.
The exhibition of her work was one of the most successful to date for the prolific artist whose work has continued to excel in recent years with beautiful paintings of scenic locations, local points of interest and in her last exhibition some excellent portraits, all of which were very well received by those who visited the exhibition and the many who purchased paintings from the collection.
Ballinahinch GAA Lotto
The first draw in the recently launched Ballinahinch GAA weekly lotto was held at Ryan's Bar, Killoscully recenyly with no winner of the first jackpot which was worth €1,000. Prizes for lucky dip, a promoter's prize and a house prize were awarded.
The jackpot has been increased by €150 for the draw taking place at An Bonnan Bui at Ballinahinch this week and will continue to have €150 added each week that the jackpot rolls over.
The proceeds from the lotto will go towards club development work and the ongoing running costs for the club in training and fielding teams in both hurling and football.
Newport Athletic Club
Members of Newport Athletic Club had a very successful outing to the Tipperary Indoor Track and Field Championships recently, winning a total of 22 medals including eight gold medals and a triple gold medal success for one member of the club.
The club members collected eight gold medals, one silver medal and thirteen bronze medals over a range of events and ages.
Triple Gold Medal winner, Carol Berkery, Shower had an outstanding day winning in the Under 17 years 60 metres, and 800 metres and as a member of the Under 19 years Relay Team, before taking the Bronze Medal in the Long Jump Under 17 years. Her sister, Sarah added a Gold Medal to the family collection as a member of the Under 19 years Relay Team and went on to win three Bronze Medals for 60 metres, 400 metres and Long Jump.
Killoscully athlete, Eimer Lynch won Gold Medals taking the overall honour in Under 19 years 400 metres and as a member of the Under 19 years Relay Team, adding a Silver Medal in the Under 19 years 60 metres and her brother, Patrick won the Gold Medal for Under 17 years 60 metres.
Meagan Carey, Shower, Newport won a Gold Medal with the Under 19 years Relay Team and added a Bronze Medal for 60 metres Under 17 years.
Eoin Ryan, Clare Glens, Newport won two Bronze Medals for 800 metres and Shot Under 17 years, Katie Gorman, Birdhill won a Bronze Medal in Under 13 years Shot, Elaine Yelverton taking a Bronze Medal in Under 13 years High Jump and the Under 13 Years Relay Team of Maria Carey, Sharlene Maudsley, Aoife Ryan and Sarah Fagan also winning Bronze Medals.