Local News

Well done to the Lorrha under 12 hurling team who beat Drom & Inch in the County semi-final on Saturday last in Nenagh  on a score line of Lorrha 1.11 Drom & Inch 1.3. The Lorrha team were in fine form with great performances from each and every one. The team that lined out was, Con O’Meara, Fergus O’Donoghue, Lee Hogan, Liam O’Donoghue, Celine Guinan, Rory Duffy, Conor Kennedy, Robert Duffy, Paul Cahalan, Tom Perry, Dermot Houlihan. Subs: John O’Meara for T. Perry (ht), Jake Houlihan for D. Houlihan (ht).  We wish the team and management the best of luck in the final which will be played in Dundrum on Sunday August 27^th. at 1.00pm. The team would be delighted to see a big support on the day. A small selection of action photographs can be viewed under Gallery

Official Launch.

The official launch of the Lorrha Community Responder Group took place last week in the village. The group are now officially gone live with the National Ambulance Service to respond to the following emergency’s in their Community and cover an area of 8km radius of Lorrha village to include the parish of Lorrha/Dorrha, Portumna, Terryglass and Aglish - Cardiac arrest calls, cardiac chest pain calls, stroke/cva calls, choking incidents – and serving their Community 24/7 365 Days of the Year. When an emergency occurs, always dial 999/112. Be sure to have your Eircode (Post Code) ready as the ambulance service can locate your house quicker.

Open Air Mass & Historical Drama.

Fr. Pat Mulcahy P.P. Lorrha celebrated open air Mass on Saturday evening last in the shade of Redwood Castle and thankfully the weather was good for the occasion.  This was followed by the O'Sullivan Beara Re-enactment which was followed by tea and refreshments for the many who turned out. Well done to Peter and his cast.

Reminder.

The Lorrha Parish Golf outing takes place in Saturday 26^th August in Birr Golf Club. This years Captain is Seamus J King. Timesheet from 9am to 12.45pm and to book your time contact Seamus on (087) 2246245.

Church News:

Dates for your Diary. Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine on Sunday 24^th September. James Kilbane in fundraising concert in Rathcabbin Church on Saturday 18^th November. Tickets on sale shortly.
The Killaloe Autumn Pilgrimage to Lourdes will leave Shannon Airport on Sunday 1^st October returning on Friday 6^th October. Fare €667 per person sharing with €10 discount for online bookings. Limited capacity so early booking is advisable. Contact www.joewalshtours.ie or (01) 2410810 or Fr. Tom Ryan Pilgrimage Director Shannon (061) 364133.

Rathcabbin First Responders.

A refresher training course will take place on Thursday night 24^th August in Rathcabbin Hall from 7.00 to 10.00pm. All members please attend. New members welcome.

Lorrha Camogie:

Well done to the girls who recorded their first win in the Junior championship last Sunday. Final score Lorrha 3.11, Silvermines 4.7. Lorrha will travel to Ballina on Sunday 27th Aug  at 12noon for round 2 of the championship. After that they play Borrisoleigh in Borrisoleigh Sat 16th Sept at 12 noon, Nenagh Sat 23rd Sept at 12 in Lorrha and Burgess Sat 30th Sept at 12 in Lorrha. The top two teams to come out of the group go through to the semi-final stages. Please come out and support the girls in their Championship campaign.

St. Cronan’s Service Community Employment Vacancies.

St. Cronan’s Service Birr has a CE vacancy for a Support Worker.  A full clean B driving licence will be required for this position .St. Cronan’s Service Roscrea has 2 CE vacancies: one for a Support Worker & one for a Catering Assistant. In order to be eligible for these positions you must be in receipt of a Social Welfare payment. If you are interested please phone Deirdre on 0879772409 /0505 21426 for further information re these position.

Autumn De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the Autumn collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and mats including bath toilet and shower mats soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

GAA

Senior: Our senior hurlers have been drawn against JK Brackens in the quarter final of the O Riain Cup and this game will be played on weekend of 9-10 September

Junior: The Junior hurlers received a walkover from Roscrea last Saturday in our third game. Lorrha are through to the semi-final with one game to be played against Moneygall in a few weeks time.

Under 21: With our minor campaign at and end, all minors are asked to train with the adult teams in advance of the under 21 championship which is due to begin in mid September against Silvermines

Under 16: Lorrha Rovers Gaels played Borrisokane in their final group game last Monday but were defeated 3-10 to 3-9. The defeat meant they played Burgess in a playoff last Thursday in Moatfield where they won 3-14 to 1-5. This win set up a quarter final against Nenagh Eire Og last Monday evening but suffered a 5-24 to 2-7. Thanks to the players and mentors for their efforts this year.

Under 12: Congratulations to our under 12's who progressed to the County 'B' Hurling final following a 1-11 to 1-3 win over Drom & Inch in Nenagh last Saturday. They will play Father Sheehys in the final in Dundrum, this Sunday 27^th August at 1.00pm; one of four finals in the venue on the day. We wish the players and mentors all the best and urge our supporters to make the trip to West Tipp for the game.

Tipperary: Best of luck to Colm Fogarty who is on the Tipperary Under 15 panel for the annual Munster 'B' Tournament in Clarecastle this Saturday.

Fundraiser: The club has launched a 2500-to-1 fundraising draw with a prize fund of €10,000. We have 2,500 tickets valued from 1 cent to 2500 cents (€25) and when you accept to take a ticket, you scratch off a hidden section and the value in this section is what you pay for the ticket, it could be 1 cent, €25, or any value in between. All tickets bought will be entered into a draw in late September for a top prize of €5,000 with eleven ther prizes ranging from €2,000 to €200. Your support would be appreciated.

Parish Golf Outing: takes place this Saturday 26^th August in Birr Golf Club. This years Captain is Seamus J King. Timesheet from 9am to 12.45pm and to book your time contact Seamus King 0872246245

Lotto: Our jackpot is €8,400 with a Match 3 pot of €120. You can play online at www.locallotto.ie.

Social Dancing: continues on Friday with music of Twice Shy, from 9.30pm til late.

Sympathy: Lorrha GAA Club would like to sympathise with the Devaney family

Producer / Director Peter Seman is the man piecing together the re-enactment of the O'Sullivan Beara Crossing. Peter is pictured here during rehearsal on Tuesday night last

Some of the Locals take time out to pose for the camera during rehearsals for the Saturday evenings re-enactment of the O'Sullivan Beara March. See details below.  Further information can be had by contacting Peter on (087) 777 1959. 

Open Air Mass & Historical Drama.

On Saturday 19th August 2017, there will be an open air Mass celebrated in Redwood Castle followed by the O'Sullivan Beara Re-enactment.  Mass to commence at 8pm.  The management of Redwood Castle request that participants be in the Castle grounds by 7.45pm.

Re-enactment.

The re-enactment of O’Sullivan Beara march through Lorrha parish will take place on Saturday night August 19^th immediately after Mass around 9.00pm if not before. For further information call Peter on (087) 777 1959.  All are welcome to attend.

2018 Lorrha Parish Calendar Reminder.

Anyone interested in advertising their business in the 2018 edition of the LorrhaDorrha Parish Calendar is asked to contact (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 872601413 or email us at info@lorrhadorrha.ie without delay. Also, anyone wishing to loan photographs for possible inclusion, or poems or stories concerning the parish, can also call or text the above numbers or email to the above. All photographs will be returned.

Sympathy.

Sympathy is extended to Fr. John Donnelly Rathcabbin and extended family members on the death of his sister Teresa Molloy Kinnitty. After funeral Mass in St. Flannan’s Church Kinnitty on Monday last, burial took place in St. Flannan’s Cemetery. May she rest in peace.

Parish Golf Outing: 

The Lorrha Parish Golf outing takes place in Saturday 26^th August in Birr Golf Club. This years Captain is Seamus J King. Timesheet from 9am to 12.45pm and to book your time contact Seamus on (087) 2246245.

Church News:

The Annual Novena in Knock Shrine  will take place from 14th to 22nd August.  Theme, ’Living Life to the Full’. Please see list of Speakers and times of Ceremonies and Workshops in Church-porch.
The Music Pioneer Gathering and Spirituality will take place in Woodlands Hotel, Adare on October 1^st .
Adult Altar Servers are the norm in most parts of the Catholic World. It is a great privilege to serve at the altar in the miracle of every Mass. Are you mature in years and willing to serve the priest when young boys and girls are unavailable?  If so contact Fr. Pat after Sunday Mass.
Youth 2000  Summer Festival, Cistercian College , Roscrea, from Thursday 17^th – Sunday 20^th August  2017.  For young people aged 16 – 35, an opportunity not to be missed to experience the Catholic faith & meet many new young people,  with over 1200 young people from all corners of Ireland attending last year.  The festival is donation only. Free buses available from all around Ireland. For more info & to book online, see     www.youth2000.ie  or  call  01 6753690.

Reminder.

This year Milford Hospice Annual Harvest Fair celebrates its  32^nd anniversary and is scheduled for Sunday 27^th August at the University of Limerick. There will be a fun filled programme of activities and entertainment.  For further details, please contact the Fundraising Office on: 061 485859/201758.

Killaloe Autumn Pilgrimaage to Lourdes:

The Autumn pilgrimage from Killaloe Diocese to Lourdes will leave Shannon airport on Sunday 1^st October , returning on Friday 6^th October. Fare is €667 per person sharing with €10 discount for online bookings.  Limited capacity so early booking is advisable.  Contact www.joewalshtours.ie ,  01 2410810 or Fr Tom Ryan, Pilgrimage Director, Shannon  061 364133.

Lorrha Camogie:

Our County Championship is due to get underway this Sunday 20th Aug against Silvermines in Moatfield at 12noon. Following that we play Ballina in Ballina Sun 27th Aug  at 12noon, then Borrisoleigh in Borrisoleigh Sat 16th Sept at 12 noon, Nenagh Sat 23rd Sept at 12 in Lorrha and Burgess Sat 30th Sept at 12 in Lorrha. The top two teams to come out of the group go through to the semi-final stages. Please come out and support the girls in their Championship campaign.

Thanks: Many thanks to all those who supported and helped out with our recent clothes collection and bag pack in Buckley's Supervalu in Birr. A big thank you to Buckley's Supervalu for having us.

U16: Well done to our U16's girls who play with Shannon Rovers Camogie and to their teammates and management on reaching the County Final on Monday evening last in Ballina (results not available), well done also to our girls who play U13 camogie with the Rovers on their fantastic County Final win over Newport recently, we're very proud as a club of all our underage girls and their achievements in camogie with The Shannon Rovers and our players on the County underage teams.

Autumn De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the Autumn collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and mats including bath toilet and shower mats soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

Good Luck.

The best of luck to all Leaving Cert students in the parish who receive their results to-day Wednesday. The exam help line 1800 265 165 offering confidential advice, information and support to students and their parents is open from 10am on results day, Wednesday 16th August, seeking advice and up to date information on what choices are available to students. It will open for three days the week of the results as well as a further three days the following week, after the release of CAO Round One offers.

GAA News

Senior: Well done to our senior hurlers who dug deep to beat Knockavilla Kickhams 3-20 to 2-20 in the County Championship – Seamus O'Riain Cup in Nenagh last Sunday. The result sees us progress to the quarter finals next month where we will be drawn against Toomevara, Templederry or JK Brackens.

Junior: Lorrha's next game is at home to Roscrea this Saturday 19^th August in Moatfield at 7pm.

Under 16: Lorrha Rovers Gaels played Borrisokane in their final group game last Monday but were defeated 3-10 to 3-9. The defeat means they must play Burgess in a playoff this Thursday 17^th August in Moatfield at 7.00pm with the winner playing Nenagh in the quarter final next Monday 21^st August at 7.00pm

Under 12: Best of luck to the Under 12 hurlers who play Drom & Inch in the County semi-final on Saturday 19^th August in Nenagh at 3.30pm

Tipp GAA Draw: The club had no winner in the August Draw which was held last Friday.

Fundraiser: The club has launched a 2500-to-1 fundraising draw with a prize fund of €10,000. We have 2,500 tickets valued from 1 cent to 2500 cents (€25) and when you accept to take a ticket, you scratch off a hidden section and the value in this section is what you pay for the ticket, it could be 1 cent, €25, or any value in between. All tickets bought will be entered into a draw in late September for a top prize of €5,000 with eleven ther prizes ranging from €2,000 to €200. Your support would be appreciated.

Parish Golf Outing: takes place in Saturday 26^th August in Birr Golf Club. This years Captain is Seamus J King. Timesheet from 9am to 12.45pm and to book your time contact Seamus King 0872246245

Lotto: Our jackpot is €8,250 with a Match 3 pot of €100. You can play online at www.locallotto.ie.

Social Dancing: continues on Friday with music of Adrian Ryan, from 9.30pm til late.

VSO Ireland improving girls’ education in Uganda

Educating girls is often not seen as a priority in Karamoja, one of poorest and least developed regions in Uganda. In one district, only 6.4% of girls finish primary school at all. VSO Ireland has launched a new development programme to help more Ugandan girls go to school and address societal norms preventing them from getting the education they deserve. This project will be implemented by skilled Irish and Ugandan volunteers, and is being funded by Irish Aid, the Government’s official overseas aid programme which works on behalf of Irish people to address poverty and inequality around the world.

VSO Ireland has already delivered a successful inclusive education programme in Karamoja, which increased literacy rates by 20% and numeracy outcomes by 10%. As this programme progressed, the need to have a greater focus on girls’ education emerged. Girls are not granted the same opportunities as boys for a number of reasons, primarily because they can bring their families more money through work or their “bride price”. VSO Ireland’s new programme will take into account the reasons why girls drop out of school or do not attend school in the first place, such as child marriage. VSO volunteers will work with local teachers and community groups to build their capacity, improve health and hygiene practices in schools, and remove stigma around girls finishing primary education.

Lisa Barrins, a teacher from St Aidan’s National School, Co. Sligo, and Breda Dunleavy, who works in St Patrick’s Loreto Primary School, Co. Wicklow, both departed for Karamoja this week to commence their VSO placements. Over the next year, they will work with the District Education Officers in Kotido and Moroto, mentoring school leaders on inclusive education practices and helping them to develop education strategies that address the challenges affecting girls’ education. They will also collaborate with local community groups to reduce negative attitudes towards educating marginalised groups, not just girls but also children with disabilities and orphans.

Lisa, who has already volunteered on education projects in Ghana, South Africa, Rwanda and Uganda, looks forward to embracing the new challenges this volunteer placement will bring. She said, “I’m delighted to be involved in this Irish Aid project where I’ll be working and living amongst the local Karamojong people in Moroto.” Breda is similarly excited to put her wealth of education experience to the test. “I am looking forward to meeting the teachers in the local schools and sharing ideas and experiences together to further the educational experience of all the children in the Karamoja region,” she commented.

Kate O’Donnell, VSO Ireland’s Head of Country Office, participated in the girls' education programme launch in Uganda last month. She said, “We would like to thank Irish Aid and the Irish public for supporting their long-term support of our work in Uganda. We’ve run programmes in this region for several years now and have built up the expertise required to support sustainable change and help more girls go to school. We’re really excited to see the progress that Lisa and Breda will make on their placements in the coming year.”

Blowing out the candles on the occasion of his 100^th birthday is Michael O'Meara Lorrha on Monday night last at a function in Lorrha GAA clubhouse to mark the occasion. Known to all far and wide as "Mick of The Hill" he received his letter and Cheque for €2,540 early last week from President Higgins and there was many more presentations made to him on Monday night, but most of all he loved meeting and chatting to everyone.  Well done Mick and may you continue for many years to come.

Well Done.

Congratulations and many good wishes is extended to Michael O’Meara Lorrha on the occasion of his 100^th birthday last week-end. Known far and wide as Mick of the Hill because of so many O’Meara families in the parish, he celebrated the occasion with his family on his actual date of birth August 5^th while a community celebration was held for him in the GAA clubhouse on Monday night last. Hail and hearty with a razor sharp mind, Mick can recall many happenings both in the parish and in the world down through the years. We wish him many more years of continued good health and an inspiration to all who know him. Well done Mick.

2018 Lorrha Parish Calendar.

Anyone interested in advertising their business in the 2018 edition of the LorrhaDorrha Parish Calendar is asked to contact (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 872601413 or email us at info@lorrhadorrha.ie without delay. Also, anyone wishing to loan photographs for possible inclusion, or poems or stories concerning the parish, can also call or text the above numbers or email to the above. All photographs will be returned.

Commiserations.

Commiserations to Patrick “Bonner” Maher, Brian Hogan and selector John Madden and the Tipperary team on their one point misery loss to Galway on Sunday last in the All Ireland SHC semi final. Hard luck lads.

North Tipp Ploughing.

North Tipperary Ploughing committee wish to extend congratulations to founder member Mick O’Meara on the occasion of his 100^th birthday last week-end. A constant figure at the ploughing championships for many years, he served as a judge at club level and also supervised at the All-Ireland championships for many years. Well done Mick on reaching this milestone.

Redwood NS Tennis Camp:

Tennis Camp will run in Redwood NS from Monday 14^th to Wednesday 16^th August with tennis coach Anne Marie Darcy. The camp is from 10am to 12 noon each day and is 25euro per child with family discounts. Suitable for boys and girls from 5-12 years old, all levels of ability catered for. To book your place contact Anne Marie on 087-9634583

Congratulations to Founder Member.

Rathcabbin Players wish to extend many congratulations to founder member Mick O’Meara on the occasion of his 100^th birthday last week-end. A presentation was made to Mick on behalf of the group during a function to mark the occasion in the GAA clubhouse on Monday night last. Mick attended a dress rehearsal of our play earlier this year and thoroughly enjoyed the storyline. We hope to see him back again for our next dress rehearsal come January. Well done Mick.

Killaloe Autumn Pilgrimaage to Lourdes:

The Autumn pilgrimage from Killaloe Diocese to Lourdes will leave Shannon airport on Sunday 1^st October , returning on Friday 6^th October. Fare is €667 per person sharing with €10 discount for online bookings.  Limited capacity so early booking is advisable.  Contact www.joewalshtours.ie ,  01 2410810 or Fr Tom Ryan, Pilgrimage Director, Shannon  061 364133.

Lorrha Community Responders Group.

A big thank you to Mark and Donna Mannion of The Friars Tavern for holding the fundraising for our group and also for all their support and use of their facilities for meetings and training. We raised just over €2,300 from selling lines in order to purchase a couple of defibrillators. Thank you to everyone who purchased lines and also gave private donation.  Also thanks to the people who helped sell lines and the people and businesses who so kindly donated prizes.

Lorrha Community Responder Group Fundraising Raffle Results:
Trailer load of Timber donated by Ruth & Thomas Needham – Nathan Young: €100 Meat Voucher donated by Darcy’s Borrisokane – Lily Jay Canning: Crystal Glasses donated by Darcy’s Imperial Guest House Kilkenny – Nicola Hoare: €100 Voucher donated by the Derg Inn Terryglass – Noelle Darcy: Hamper donated by Lorrha Community Responder Group – Paidi O’Driscoll: €50 Supervalu Voucher donated by St. Ruadhan’s Active Retirement Association – Maura Gorman: €50 Portumna Golf Club Voucher private donation – Maura O’Brien: €30 Voucher donated by Michelle Larkin, County Kitchen Borrisokane – Ian Donoghue: Bottle of Brandy donated by Ute & Hubie Duggan – Kathleen Gleeson: €30 Voucher donated by Roma Fish & Chips Portumna – Noreen Lewis: Bottle of Brandy donated by Sinead & Paddy Darcy – Michael Slevin: Bottle of Jamesons donated by Nancy White – Caoimhe O’Driscoll: Bottle of Whiskey donated by Donie O’Meara Supervalu Portumna – Mary Madden: Bottle of Whiskey donated by Sinead & Paddy Darcy – Marie Shewbridge: €20 Meat Voucher donated by McEntee Butchers Portumna – Harry Houlihan: File & Polish Voucher donated by Eternal Beauty Portumna – Michael Power: €20 Meal Voucher donated by Teresa Barry Walker Ferry Inn – Niall Kenny: €20 Voucher donated by the Karate Club – Brian Shewbridge: €15 Voucher donated by Café Rose Portumna – Peter Duggan: €15 Voucher donated by Café Rose Portumna – Tara Walsh: Baby Cardigan in the Tipperary Colours knitted and donated by Carmel Slevin – Chloe Darcy: Bottle of Wine donated by Jo & Tommy Needham – Mary Brazil: DVD Collection private donation – Ava Young: Bottle of Wine donated by Jo & Tommy Needham – John Fallon.
Thanks to Tipperary County Council for their generous donation and to everyone who donated privately. Thanks to Donie O’Meara, Supervalu, Portumna for allowing us to sell lines in their store and for their support.

Lorrha Community Responder Group hope to go live in the next couple of weeks.

Open Air Mass & Historical Drama.

On Saturday, 19th August 2017, there will be an open air Mass celebrated in Redwood Castle followed by the O'Sullivan Beara Re-enactment.  Mass to commence at 8pm.  The management of Redwood Castle request that participants be in the Castle grounds by 7.45pm.

Reminder.

This year Milford Hospice Annual Harvest Fair celebrates its  32^nd anniversary and is scheduled for Sunday 27^th August at the University of Limerick. There will be a fun filled programme of activities and entertainment.  For further details, please contact the Fundraising Office on: 061 485859/201758.

Autumn De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the Autumn collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and mats including bath toilet and shower mats soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

Minister of State for Training, Skills, Innovation, Research and Development John Halligan officially turned on a  powerful new radio telescope that covers the size of a football pitch,  in the grounds of Birr Castle last Thursday July 27^th  the 12th station in the network.

2018 Lorrha Parish Calendar.

Anyone interested in advertising their business in the 2018 edition of the LorrhaDorrha Parish Calendar is asked to contact (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 872601413 or email us at info@lorrhadorrha.ie without delay. Also, anyone wishing to loan photographs for possible inclusion, or poems or stories concerning the parish, can also call or text the above numbers or email to the above. All photographs will be returned.

Good Luck.

The best of luck is extended to Patrick “Bonner” Maher, Brian Hogan and selector John Madden in the All Ireland SHC semi final on Sunday.

Church News.

First Friday Mass will be celebrated in St. Ruadhan’s Church Lorrha on Friday evening Aug 4^th at 8.00p.m with confessions beforehand.

Visiting the Sick: Fr Pat will be very happy to visit a member of your family who may be sick and in hospital. As the hospitals no longer facilitate the clergy in letting them know who is in hospital from the parish, it is up to the family members to let your local Priest know.

 Killaloe Autumn Pilgrimaage to Lourdes:

The Autumn pilgrimage from Killaloe Diocese to Lourdes will leave Shannon airport on Sunday 1^st October , returning on Friday 6^th October. Fare is €667 per person sharing with €10 discount for online bookings.  Limited capacity so early booking is advisable.  Contact www.joewalshtours.ie ,  01 2410810 or Fr Tom Ryan, Pilgrimage Director, Shannon  061 364133.

 Sympathy.

Sympathy is extended to Patsy Hoctor and family Clonmona, Rathcabbin on the sudden death of her brother Michael Sexton Newmarket –On-Fergus, Clare on Saturday July 29^th. After funeral Mass in SS John and Paul’s Church Shannon on Tuesday burial took place in Lemenagh Cemetery. May he rest in peace.

Reminder.

This year Milford Hospice Annual Harvest Fair celebrates its  32^nd anniversary and is scheduled for Sunday 27^th August at the University of Limerick. There will be a fun filled programme of activities and entertainment.  For further details, please contact the Fundraising Office on: 061 485859/201758.

Autumn De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the Autumn collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and mats including bath toilet and shower mats soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

Open to the Public.

Redwood Castle is  open daily from 2-6pm for guided tours. Tours last approximately 1 hour and entrance is only €5 per person. The castle will remain open from now until the 6th of September.  We can be contacted by email at redwoodcastleireland@gmail.com or through our Facebook page (search Redwood Castle).

Music Ministry.

A Music Ministry get together will take place in Cistercian College Roscrea, from August 8^thto 13^th led by Composer Ian Callanan and team. You are invited to come along for 5 days of music, prayer and liturgy. For further information go to www.musicministry.ie or call (087) 6790336.

GAA News.

Senior: Lorrha's final round game of the County Championship against Knockavilla Kickhams has been fixed for Sunday 13^th August in Nenagh at 1.30pm where a win or a draw will see us into the next round.

Junior: The Juniors received a walkover from Ballinahinch in round two of the championship last weekend. Lorrha's next game is at home to Roscrea, likely on weekend 19-20 August.

Minor: Lorrha Rovers were away to Kilruane MacDonaghs in Cloughjordan in round 4 of the championship last Wednesday but suffered a 2-13 to 0-14 defeat with the home side finishing strongly to win. The team have two games remaining against Toomevara (home) and Silvermines (away), needing to win both to stay in contention for the semi-finals. They play Toomevara in Ballinderry this evening (Wednesday) at 7.00pm

Under 16: Lorrha Rovers played Toomevara, in the second round of the championship last Monday week and were defeated 3-17 to 2-8. Last Monday, they played Roscrea in Moatfield but were defeated 3-20 to 1-7. Their final group game is away to Borrisokane on Monday 14 August.

Under 14: Lorrha Rovers Gaels play Portroe in the North 'B' Hurling quarter final in Lorrha this evening (Wednesday) at 7.00pm. Best of luck to the players and mentors.

Under 12: Lorrha will play Borrisokane in the North 'B' hurling final on Saturday 5^thAugust, in Puckane at 3.00pm Best of luck to the players and mentors.

Tipperary: Best of luck to Patrick Maher, Brian Hogan, John Madden and the Tipperary Senior hurlers in the All Ireland semi-final against Galway on Sunday. There has been a huge demand for tickets for the game through the club and will be a huge support there to roar Tipp on.

Fundraiser: The club has launched a 2500-to-1 fundraising draw with a prize fund of €10,000. We have 2,500 tickets valued from 1 cent to 2500 cents (€25) and when you accept to take a ticket, you scratch off a hidden section and the value in this section is what you pay for the ticket, it could be 1 cent, €25, or any value in between. All tickets bought will be entered into a draw in late September for a top prize of €5,000 with eleven ther prizes ranging from €2,000 to €200. Your support would be appreciated.

Cul Camp: Lorrha Kellogg's Cul Camp took place last week with 92 children taking part, one of our largest camps in recent years. Thanks to everyone who made the week such a success.

Parish Golf Outing: takes place in Saturday 26^th August in Birr Golf Club. This years Captain is Seamus J King. Timesheet from 9am to 12.45pm and to book your time contact Seamus King 0872246245

Lotto: Our jackpot is €7,950 with a Match 3 pot of €100. You can play online at www.locallotto.ie.

Social Dancing: continues on Friday with music of The Wicklow Man, from 9.30pm til late.

Powerful Telescope Launched in Birr

Minister of State for Training, Skills, Innovation, Research and Development John Halligan officially turned on a  powerful new radio telescope that covers the size of a football pitch,  in the grounds of Birr Castle last Thursday July 27^th  the 12th station in the network. This is a very important development for the home of the telescope, Birr Castle.
I-LOFAR is the Irish contribution to a €150m European-wide network of telescopes that combine to form one of the most sophisticated in the world. The telescopes can observe the universe in unprecedented detail through low frequency radio waves. LOFAR is one of the largest astrophysics projects in Europe, with 11 international stations spread across Germany, Poland, France, the UK and Sweden, with additional stations and a central hub in the Netherlands.  It is expected that the new science centre that will be undertaken in Birr in the near future will create 20 jobs when complete.
It has been constructed adjacent to the historic Leviathan telescope, which was built by the 3rd Earl of Rosse in 1845 and was the largest optical telescope in the world until 1917.
I-LOFAR will be run by Irish astrophysicists, computer engineers and data scientists, representing Irish universities and institutes of technologies from both sides of the border.
The team will be led by Trinity College Dublin, with partners from University College Dublin, Dublin City University, Athlone Institute of Technology, the National University of Ireland Galway, University College Cork, the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies and Armagh Observatory & Planetarium.

Reigning All-Ireland champions Tipperary beat Munster finalists Clare  0.28 to 3.16 in the SHC quarter final on Sunday last 23^rd  in the first senior intercounty game to be played at Pairc Ui Chaoimh since the renovation. Tipp play Galway in the semi final on Sunday August 6th in Croke Park

Late Mary Madden

The death occurred in St. Kieran’s Care Home Rathcabbin on Friday July 14^th surrounded by her family, of Mary Madden Portland, Lorrha. Nee Watson, Mary who came from Killimor in Co. Galway was in her 88^th year.
Mary nursed in England and Belfast before returning home to marry Christy Madden who predeceased her in 2002. She was a hard working woman who helped Christy run the farm as well as raising her family and was also a deeply religious woman. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her but in particular by her family. Mary is survived by her sons Declan (Portland), Larry (Borrisokane), Gerard (Ardcroney) and daughter Jacinta Gavin (Aglish), her brothers John Joe (St. Kieran’s Care Home), Paddy (Killimor), her sister Annie (Killimor), daughters in-law Bridgid and Phil, son in law Mike, grandchildren, great grandchild, nieces, nephew, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sympathy is offered.  After funeral Mass in St. Ruadhan’s Church Lorrha on Monday July 17^th burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace.

Late Mary O’Meara.

The community was saddened to hear of the death of Mary O'Meara (nee Sherlock) of Carrigahorig who passed away peacefully in the Galway Clinic on Monday July 17^th .
Mary who celebrated her 90^th birthday on March 15^th  was a well known and popular lady who ran a shop, pub and the local post office in Carrigahorig for all her working life. She loved to meet people and have a chat with them or to play a game of cards with the customers in her pub.
She had a keen interest in the GAA being a Tipperary supporter all her life. She supported Galway when her son Joe played U14 and minor hurling with Galway and in recent years a Dublin supporter with her grandson Cillian playing U21 football with Dublin. In her spare time she liked nothing better than to take down her knitting and turn out a cardigan or jumper. Predeceased by her son Joe (1991) and husband Leo (2004), she will be sadly missed by her daughters Geraldine (Carrigahorig) and Miriam (Dublin), sister Nancy Lambe (Rathcabbin), son-in-law Don and grandchildren Cillian, Ciara, Sinéad and Órla, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sympathy is offered.
After funeral Mass in St. Ruadhan’s Church Lorrha on Friday July 21^st. burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace.

2018 Lorrha Parish Calendar.

Anyone interested in advertising their business in the 2018 edition of the LorrhaDorrha Parish Calendar is asked to contact (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 872601413 or email us at info@lorrhadorrha.ie without delay. Also, anyone wishing to loan photographs for possible inclusion, or poems or stories concerning the parish, can also call or text the above numbers or email to the above. All photographs will be returned.

Well Done.

Congratulations is extended to the Lorrha Junior “B” team and management who overcame Roscrea 1.13 to 1.7 in the North Tipp Hurling League Final Replay on Tuesday evening last in Cloughjordan. We wish them well in the championship campaign.

Summer De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the summer collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and mats including bath toilet and shower mats soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

Lorrha Camogie:

Many thanks to all those who came to our quiz night last Friday in  the Friar's Tavern in Lorrha and made it such an enjoyable event.  Well done to all the prize winners as follows; Michelle Kinnehan-  signed Tipperary hurling jersey, Brendan Reid-signed Tipperary  football jersey, Elaine Hogan-meal voucher for the Ferry Inn, Abbi  McPartlin-Hamper sponsored by Mikey Naylor Car Dismantlers, Nuala  Maher-bag sponsored by Cavanaghs Birr and spot prize winners  Padraic Reddan, Declan O'Meara and Luke Dervin.
Well done to the  Shannon Rovers quiz team on winning the quiz and who very kindly  donated their prize winnings to the club. Many thanks to Aidan and  Pauline McIntyre for running the quiz and to Donna and Mark Mannion  for hosting the event and providing food on the night. Many thanks  to our chairperson Bernie Cleary for putting in so much work into  organising everything and for looking after our club so well.

U16: Well done to our U16 girls who play with the Shannon Rovers Club on a great win over Nenagh in their final group match. The  girls are now through to the semi-final stages and await a fixture  for the match

Junior: Training and practice matches continue weekly ahead of our   upcoming Championship fixtures in August, all members of the panel  are asked to make every effort to attend.

Open to the Public.

Redwood Castle is  open daily from 2-6pm for guided tours. Tours last approximately 1 hour and entrance is only €5 per person. The castle will remain open from now until the 6th of September.  We can be contacted by email at redwoodcastleireland@gmail.com or through our Facebook page (search Redwood Castle).

GAA News

Senior: Lorrha's final round game of the County Championship against Knockavilla Kickhams has been fixed for Sunday 13^th August in Nenagh at 1.30pm

Junior: The North Tipp Junior 'B' Hurling League Final Replay against Roscrea was played on Tuesday evening week last with Lorrha winning 1-13 to 1-7. Well done to the players and mentors.

Last Sunday, Lorrha's championship campaign began when Silvermines travelled to Moatfield with Lorrha winning 1-20 to 2-16. Lorrha face Ballinahinch in round 2 this Friday 28^th July in Shallee at 7.00pm.

Minor: Lorrha Rovers are away to Kilruane MacDonaghs in Cloughjordan this evening (Wednesday) at 7pm, needing a win to stay in the hunt for the semi-finals.

Under 16: Lorrha Rovers played Toomevara, away, in the second round of the championship last Monday and were defeated 3-17 to 2-8. Next Monday, they play Roscrea in Moatfield at 7.15pm

Under 14: Lorrha Rovers Gaels defeated Newport 5-15 to 0-2 in Moatfield last Wednesday and are are now preparing for a quarter final next Wednesday evening, 2 August, opponent to be confirmed

Under 12: Lorrha played Kilruane MacDonaghs in Moatfield in the North 'B' Hurling semi-final last Monday and won 1-11 to 2-3. Lorrha will play Borrisokane in the final on Saturday 5^th August, venue and time to be confirmed.

Tipperary: Well done to Patrick Maher, Brian Hogan, John Madden and the Tipperary Senior hurlers in the All Ireland quarter final against Clare last Saturday.

Tipperary v Galway Tickets: All orders for stand, terrace and family tickets for the All Ireland semi-final against Galway on Sunday 6^th August must be with Michael Kennedy 0871854602 by this Friday night, 28^th July.

Tipperary Clubs Draw: Well done to Thomas Ward who won third prize of flights to Australia or €3000 in the July Tipperary Clubs Draw last Friday night. Tony Coen also won the promoters prize of €200.

Fundraiser: The club has launched a 2500-to-1 fundraising draw with a prize fund of €10,000. We have 2,500 tickets valued from 1 cent to 2500 cents (€25) and when you accept to take a ticket, you scratch off a hidden section and the value in this section is what you pay for the ticket, it could be 1 cent, €25, or any value in between. All tickets bought will be entered into a draw in late September for a top prize of €5,000 with eleven ther prizes ranging from €2,000 to €200. Your support would be appreciated.

Cul Camp: Lorrha Kellogg's Cul Camp got underway last Monday with 92 children taking part, one of our largest camps in recent years. We hope all our young players and coaches have an enjoyable week.

Lotto: Our jackpot is €7,800 with a Match 3 pot of €120. You can play online at www.locallotto.ie.

Social Dancing: continues on Friday with music of Dermot Lyons, from 9.30pm til late.

Sympathy: Lorrha GAA Club would like to sympathise with the O'Meara family on the passing of Mary O'Meara, Carrigahorig, who died last week. May she rest in peace.

Congratulations is extended to the Lorrha Junior B team and management who overcame Roscrea 1.13 to 1.7 in the North Tipp Hurling League Final Replay on Tuesday evening last in Cloughjordan. The best of luck  against Silvermines in the championship campaign which begins this Sunday in Moatfield at 12 noon. This game is subject to change. Check social media for updates

Recent Wedding.

The lovely wedding of Brendan Fogarty, son of Dympna and Willie, Ballyquirke, Lorrha and Marcella O’Brien, daughter of Marie and Pat, Carrig, Birr took place in St. Ruadhan’s Church, Lorrha on Friday July 7^th . 2017.
Sinead O’Brien, sister of the bride, was bridesmaid and she was joined by Gráinne Regan (friend) and Claire Kelly (cousin). David Fogarty, brother of the groom, was bestman while the two groomsmen were his two brothers Christopher and Colm. The grooms nephew three year old Mason Fogarty was the page boy and a great job he did too. Fr. Michael Geraghty (Nenagh) presided over the ceremony with the Mass readings by was Eoin McGovern and Natalie Hehir, friends of the couple. The beautiful church music was provided by Virtuoso Chamber Choir. Both mothers Dympna and Marie brought the offertory gifts to the altar.
Many congratulations and best wishes is extended to Brendan and Marcella as they return to Australia where they will reside in the city of Parth. May you enjoy a long and happy life together.

Well Done.

Well done to Kevin Cahalan  who was member of the Tipperary under 14 football panel who won the Munster title and the Jim Power Cup in Waterford recently defeating Kerry South in the final.

Lorrha Camogie:

Well done to Clodagh McIntyre who had a great win with the U16 Tipperary Camogie team over Wexford on a scoreline of 5-09 to 0-10.

Reminder-Lorrha Camogie Fundraiser:

Our fundraising table quiz and draw take place this Friday, 21st July, in the Friars Tavern Lorrha. €2 lines are on sale now from all players with fantastic prizes such as; a signed Tipperary Hurling Jersey, a signed Tipperary Football Jersey, a meal voucher for The Ferry Inn plus various other prizes. All support goes towards the running of the club and is greatly appreciated, so please support the girls and get your quiz team ready for this Friday 21st!!

St. Cronan’s Service Community Employment Vacancies.

St. Cronan’s Service Birr has a CE vacancy for a Support Worker. A full clean B driving licence will be required for this position . St. Cronan’s Service Roscrea has a vacancy for a Housekeeper  Monday – Friday. In order to be eligible for these positions you must be in receipt of a Social Welfare payment.  If you are interested please phone Deirdre on 087 9772409 /0505 21426 for further information re these positions.

Enrolment.

Little Feet pre-school  / Monressori, Breedagh, Lorrha are taking names for September. ECCE registered. Book your free place today. We care for all ages and provide full day care. In order to stay providing this local service we need the support of  the local community.

Harvest Fair.

This year Milford Hospice Annual Harvest Fair celebrates its  32^nd anniversary and is scheduled for Sunday 27^th August at the University of Limerick. There will be a fun filled programme of activities and entertainment.  For further details, please contact the Fundraising Office on: 061 485859/201758.

Sympathy.

Sympathy is extended to the Clancy family Rathcabbin on the death of their Aunt Sadie Delaney Clara and formerly Kinnitty who died on July 9^th.  After funeral Mass in St. Brigid's Church, Clara, burial took place in the Monastery Cemetery, Clara. May she rest in peace.
Sympathy is extended to the Madden Family Poortland on the death of their mother Mary. May she rest in peace.

Church News.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday from 10.00am to 8.00pm in  Rathcabbin  Church. We invite all parishioners to come and stay a while in the presence of Jesus.
Youth 2000 Summer youth festival will take place from 17^th- 20^th August 2017.  ‘Come Closer, Hear my Word’.  Youth 2000 invites you to a Fantastic  Four Day Catholic Summer Festival. The event is aimed at those aged 16 – 35.  This is an opportunity to meet new friends, explore your faith, experience something new, find out what it means to be young and catholic today.  Free Buses.  Book your place: www.youth2000.ie , email office@youth2000.ie , or call 01 675 3690.

Youth  Faith Fest:
Over the past few months a huge increase in the range of youth ministry has been noticed across the diocese. Hence the Diocesan Youth Forum is planning a Youth Fest in St. Flannan’s College, Ennis on Saturday 30^th September, open to all young people who are in Transition year and up.   The day will begin with an opening ceremony led by Bishop Fintan. Following this people will have the choice of attending two  of ten workshops. There will be a para liturgy prior to Lunch,  followed by an open afternoon where all youth groups and organisations in the diocese will display information stands and the day will culminate in a closing ceremony. The day will be free of charge to all young people and food will be provided.   Leaders of youth groups or youth organisations within parishes are invited to contact Cora Guinnane,  co-ordinator of the administration aspect of the fest, to ensure all youth groups across the diocese are represented and invited. Cora can be contacted on 087 2400135 or coraguinnane@gmail.com and the team will follow up with information, flyers and invitations.

Music Ministry.

A Music Ministry get together will take place in Cistercian College Roscrea, from August 8^th to 13^th led by Composer Ian Callanan and team. You are invited to come along for 5 days of music, prayer and liturgy. For further information go to www.musicministry.ie or call (087) 6790336.

Borrisikane Credit Union.

Representatives from Borrisokane Credit Union will be in the Sceal shop Lorrha on Sunday morning. 23rd July 2017 from 10.30am for all your enquiries.  Do please call in and have a chat.

Summer De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the summer collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and mats including bath toilet and shower mats soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

Open to the Public.

Redwood Castle is  open daily from 2-6pm for guided tours. Tours last approximately 1 hour and entrance is only €5 per person. The castle will remain open from now until the 6th of September.

We can be contacted by;

This email address redwoodcastleireland@gmail.com

Or through our Facebook page (search Redwood Castle).

GAA News

Senior: Lorrha fell to 5-18 to 4-15 defeat to Holycross/Ballycahill in the final round of the County League last Saturday in Moatfield. Having won 2, drawn 1 and lost 2 games, Lorrha missed out on the semi-finals but retained their division 2 status for 2018. The final round game of the County Championship against Knockavilla Kickhams is dependent on Tipperary's progress through the qualifiers.

Junior: The North Tipp Junior 'B' Hurling League Final Replay against Roscrea was played on Tuesday evening with Lorrha winning 1-13 to 1-7. Well done to the players and mentors. Lorrha's championship campaign begins this Sunday when Silvermines travel to Moatfield at 12 noon but the game is subject to change. Check social media for updates

Minor: Lorrha Rovers resumed the Minor Hurling Championship last Thursday against Kiladangan in Ballinderry but suffered a 4-19 to 1-14 defeat. They have a bye this week and will be away to Toomevara in their next game, likely to be on Thursday 27^thJuly.

Under 16: Lorrha Rovers began their U16 'A' hurling campaign at home to Burgess last Monday week and won 5-19 to 0-8. They had a bye last Monday and return to action on 23^rd July away to Toomevara at 7.15pm

Under 14: Lorrha Rovers Gaels suffered a 3-10 to 1-7 defeat away to in Ballina last Wednesday. This evening (Wednesday) they host Newport in Moatfield at 7.15pm.

Under 12: Lorrha will play Kilruane MacDonaghs in Moatfield in the North 'B' Hurling semi-final on Friday 28^th July at 7.00pm.

Tipperary: Best of luck to Patrick Maher, Brian Hogan, John Madden and the Tipperary Senior hurlers in the All Ireland quarter final against Clare this Saturday.

Hard luck to the senior footballers on their defeat to Armagh last Saturday.

Fundraiser: The club has launched a 2500-to-1 fundraising draw with a prize fund of €10,000. We have 2,500 tickets valued from 1 cent to 2500 cents (€25) and when you accept to take a ticket, you scratch off a hidden section and the value in this section is what you pay for the ticket, it could be 1 cent, €25, or any value in between. All tickets bought will be entered into a draw in late September for a top prize of €5,000 with eleven ther prizes ranging from €2,000 to €200. Your support would be appreciated.

Cul Camp: Lorrha Kellogg's Cul Camp takes place in Moatfield from next Monday 24^thto Friday 28^th July from 10am to 2.30pm each day. Camp is open for 6-13 year olds, to register, go to www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie and find the Lorrha camp in the Tipperary listing. The camp costs €60 for one child, €50 for a second and €40 for a third or more children and they will be provided with full camp kit. Best of luck to all taking part and here's to an enjoyable week.

Lotto: Our jackpot is €7,500 with a Match 3 pot of €100. You can play online at www.locallotto.ie.

Social Dancing: continues on Friday with music of Dermot Lyons, from 9.30pm til late.

Sympathy: Lorrha GAA Club would like to sympathise with the Madden family on the death of Mary Madden (nee Watson), Portland, who passed away last weekend. May she rest in peace.

PLEASE NOTE:  This game has been cancelled due to a fixtures error.

Best of luck to the Lorrha Junior B team in the re-play of the North Final which takes place in Nenagh on Sunday evening July 16th at 7pm . Lorrha tied 3.19 with Roscrea after extra time in the previous game. The Lorrha panel: 1. Tony Hogan. 2. Eoin Gormally. 3. Noel Hogan. 4. Tony Needham. 5. Michael Kennedy. 6. Conor Sullivan, 7. Denis O’Meara. 8. David Sherlock. Leon Houlihan. 10. Jack Maher. 11. Willie Maher. 12. Robert Quinn. 13. Michael Brophy. 14. Padraig Kennedy. 15. Paddy Hough. 16. Jamie Lewis. 17. David Needham. 18. Christopher Guilfoyle (Captain), 19. Donal Kennedy. 20. John O’Meara. 21. David Sullivan. 22. Trevor Hogan. 23. Tomas Kennedy. 24. Ronan King. 25. Ger Lambe. 26. Willie Hough. 27. Ross O’Meara.

Patrick "Bonner" Maher was a huge influence on the Tipperary win over Dublin. Best of luck to Bonner, Brian and selector John and all the team and mentors when they play Clare in Cork in the quarter finals on Saturday July 22

Late Tom Kennedy.

The death occurred after a long illness in St. Kieran’s Care Home, Rathcabbin on Monday July 3^rd of Tom Kennedy, Lisballyard, Rathcabbin.
Just a few weeks short of his 58^th birthday, Tom worked with North Tipp Co. Council for close on 40 years, taking over from his father who gained promotion in the job at the time. He also had an interest in farming and kept some dry stock.
He was a quiet individual who was well known and liked and was a familiar figure on the roads on his Honda 50.
He is survived by his two sisters, his twin Noreen Brereton (Cloghan), Helen (Rathcabbin), brothers in –law Tommy and Ollie, uncle Tommy, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sympathy is extended. After con-celebrated Funeral Mass in Our Lady Queen of Ireland Church Rathcabbin  burial took place afterwards in Lorrha Cemetery. May he rest in peace.

Late Maureen O’Meara.

The death occurred on Wednesday July 5^th in Portumna Retirement Home after a short illness, of Maureen O’Meara, Lisballyard, Rathcabbin.  Nee Lawlor, Maureen was a hard working woman who took care of her young family of nine after the death of her husband Jack at the age of 48 back in 1972.  Her eldest son Seamus left school at the time and worked alongside his mother on the farm. She joined the local I.C.A. group where she loved to mix and meet with her neighbours and share her love of knitting and sewing. In later years gardening was her hobby and she spent many long hours there in the company of her grandchildren whom she loved.
Pre-deceased by her husband Jack and son Pat (in 1983), she is survived by her family Seamus (Rathcabbin), Sean (Spain), Stephanie (Tynagh), Kathleen, Ann (Carrigahorig), Margaret (Rathcabbin), Nuala (Rathcabbin), Michael (Lusmagh), sons in-law, daughters in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephew, relatives, neighbours and friends. After con-celebrated funeral Mass on Friday 7^th in Our Lady Queen of Ireland Church Rathcabbin, burial took place in Lorrha Cemetery. May she rest in peace.

Sympathy.

Sympathy is extended to the family of Benny Starr, Grange, Lorrha and Portumna who died on Friday July 7^th after a short illness. His remains will repose in the Hibernian Funeral Home, Portumna this Wednesday evening July 12^th from 4pm to 6pm. Cremation on Thursday in Mount Jerome, Dublin. May he rest in peace.

School Reunion.

A reminder that Rathcabbin National School reunion takes place in Kellys Last Chance Bar next Saturday 15th July from 8.30 on. All past pupils and friends welcome for music chat and food. Lots of pictures, stories and memories. If you want to share any pictures you may contact Darina on 0579139981 or email to darina-kelly@hotmail.com.

Church News.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday from 10.00am to 8.00pm in  Rathcabbin  Church. We invite all parishioners to come and stay a while in the presence of Jesus.
Youth 2000 Summer youth festival will take place from 17^th- 20^th August 2017.  ‘Come Closer, Hear my Word’.  Youth 2000 invites you to a Fantastic  Four Day Catholic Summer Festival. The event is aimed at those aged 16 – 35.  This is an opportunity to meet new friends, explore your faith, experience something new, find out what it means to be young and catholic today.  Free Buses.  Book your place: www.youth2000.ie , email office@youth2000.ie , or call 01 675 3690.

Youth  Faith Fest:
Over the past few months a huge increase in the range of youth ministry has been noticed across the diocese. Hence the Diocesan Youth Forum is planning a Youth Fest in St. Flannan’s College, Ennis on Saturday 30^th September, open to all young people who are in Transition year and up.   The day will begin with an opening ceremony led by Bishop Fintan. Following this people will have the choice of attending two  of ten workshops. There will be a para liturgy prior to Lunch,  followed by an open afternoon where all youth groups and organisations in the diocese will display information stands and the day will culminate in a closing ceremony. The day will be free of charge to all young people and food will be provided.   Leaders of youth groups or youth organisations within parishes are invited to contact Cora Guinnane,  co-ordinator of the administration aspect of the fest, to ensure all youth groups across the diocese are represented and invited. Cora can be contacted on 087 2400135 or coraguinnane@gmail.com and the team will follow up with information, flyers and invitations.

Music Ministry.

A Music Ministry get together will take place in Cistercian College Roscrea, from August 8^th to 13^th led by Composer Ian Callanan and team. You are invited to come along for 5 days of music, prayer and liturgy. For further information go to www.musicministry.ie or call (087) 6790336.

Clean Up.

The parishioners of St Ruadhans Cof I Lorrha would like to thank everyone who has helped in any way in the upkeep of St Ruadhans Graveyard. The next work evening will take place on Tuesday 18th July at 7.00 pm.

Lorrha Camogie Fundraiser:

Lorrha Camogie Club are holding a fundraising table quiz and draw on Friday 21st July in the Friars Tavern Lorrha. €2 lines are on sale now from all players with fantastic prizes such as; a signed Tipperary Hurling Jersey, a signed Tipperary Football Jersey,  a meal voucher for The Ferry Inn plus various other prizes. All support goes towards the running of the club and is greatly appreciated, so please support the girls and get your quiz team ready for Friday 21st!!

St. Cronan’s Service Community Employment Vacancies.

St. Cronan’s Service Birr has a CE vacancy for a Support Worker. A full clean B driving licence will be required for this position . St. Cronan’s Service Roscrea has a vacancy for a Housekeeper  Monday – Friday. In order to be eligible for these positions you must be in receipt of a Social Welfare payment.  If you are interested please phone Deirdre on 087 9772409 /0505 21426 for further information re these positions.

Summer De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the summer collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and mats including bath toilet and shower mats soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

Well Done.

Congratulations is extended to Patrick “Bonner” Maher, Brian Hogan and selector John Madden on a fine win over Dublin in round 2 of the championship on Saturday last. We wish them well in the quarter final against Clare.

Good Luck.

The best of luck to the Lorrha Junior ‘B’ hurlers and management in the North final re-play this coming Sunday 16^th.  See fixtures in papers for venue and time.

GAA News.

Senior: Lorrha face Holycross/Ballycahill in the final round of the County League this Saturday 15^th July at 7.30pm, needing a win to make the semi-finals. The final round game of the County Championship against Knockavilla Kickhams is dependent on Tipperary's progress through the qualifiers.

Junior: The North Tipp Junior 'B' Hurling League Final Replay against Roscrea is due to be played this Sunday in Nenagh at 7pm. Best of luck to the players and mentors.

Minor: Lorrha Rovers played Kilruane MacDonaghs in the Minor 'B' Football semi-final in Borrisokane last Thursday but were defeated 2-10 to 1-6. The Hurling Championship will resume this Thursday 13^th July with Lorrha Rovers at home to Kiladangan in Ballinderry at 7.30pm.

Under 16: Lorrha Rovers began their U16 'A' hurling campaign at home to Burgess last Monday and won 5-19 to 0-8. They have a bye next Monday and return to action on 23^rd July away to Toomevara.

Under 14: Lorrha Rovers Gaels played Borrisokane in Ballinderry and drew 2-4 apiece. This evening (Wednesday, 12^th) they play Ballina in Ballina at 7pm. Next Wednesday 19^th July, they host Newport in Moatfield at 7.15pm

Under 12: Lorrha will play Kilruane MacDonaghs in Moatfield in the North 'B' Hurling semi-final on Friday 21^st July.

Tipperary: Well done to Patrick Maher, Brian Hogan, John Madden and the Tipperary Senior hurlers in the All Ireland qualifier against Dublin this Saturday. Well done also to the senior footballers on their win over Cavan and best of luck against Armagh this Saturday.
Well done to Kevin Cahalan who was member of the Tipperary under 14 football panel who won the Jim Power Tournament in Waterford last Saturday, defeating Kerry South in the final.

Fundraiser: The club has launched a 2500-to-1 fundraising draw with a prize fund of €10,000. We have 2,500 tickets valued from 1 cent to 2500 cents (€25) and when you accept to take a ticket, you scratch off a hidden section and the value in this section is what you pay for the ticket, it could be 1 cent, €25, or any value in between. All tickets bought will be entered into a draw in late September for a top prize of €5,000 with eleven ther prizes ranging from €2,000 to €200. Your support would be appreciated.

Cul Camp: Lorrha Kellogg's Cul Camp takes place in Moatfield from Monday 24^th to Friday 28^th July from 10am to 2.30pm each day. Camp is open for 6-13 year olds, to register, go to www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie and find the Lorrha camp in the Tipperary listing. The camp costs €60 for one child, €50 for a second and €40 for a third or more children and they will be provided with full camp kit.

Lotto: Our jackpot is €7,500 with a Match 3 pot of €100. You can play online at www.locallotto.ie.

Social Dancing: continues on Friday with music of Blue Lace, from 9.30pm til late.

Sympathy: Lorrha GAA Club would like to sympathise with the Kennedy and O'Meara family's on the deaths of Tom Kennedy and Maureen O'Meara, both of Lisballyard, Rathcabbin, who passed away last week. May they rest in peace.

            Restaurants Association of Ireland Urges Government to Retain 9% VAT Rate 

Tuesday 11^th July 2017

• VAT rate must remain at 9%, the correct rate for Ireland in order to continue growth and recovery of the hospitality sector.
• Since its introduction in 2011, 33,600 direct jobs and 15,456 indirect jobs have been created.
• Extra attention must be paid in the wake of the Brexit vote.
• The sector accounted for 7.2% of total employment in the economy at the end of 2016.

The Restaurants Association of Ireland today is urging the Government to retain the 9% VAT rate for the tourism and hospitality industry. The reduction in the VAT rate to 9% has improved the competitiveness of the Accommodation and Food Services sector since it was introduced, and has also helped ensure the viability of many businesses that have been going through challenging times. The RAI is asking Minister for Finance & Public Expenditure Paschal Donohoe T.D not to return the VAT rate to 13.5%.
Chief Executive of the RAI Adrian Cummins said “17 out of 19 Eurozone countries have a VAT rate of below 10%. A 9% VAT rate in Ireland is not only the correct rate for our country, but it is also in line with the rest of Europe. We need this VAT rate particularly now as Brexit negotiations begin, to remain competitive”. Both Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Shane Ross T.D. and Minister of State for Transport, Tourism and Sport Brendan Griffin T.D. have expressed that 9% VAT should remain. Mr. Cummins continued “Against this background of intense uncertainty for the Irish economy in general and the Accommodation & Food Services sector in particular, it does not make sense to increase the VAT rate, given the extra vulnerability that has arisen from the Brexit vote”.
While some parts of the sector are now experiencing improved trading conditions in line with the economic recovery, it is not universal and many businesses are still under significant pressure. As highlighted by the RAI last month, there is a significant shortage of trained workers in the industry, raising the VAT rate will put a further strain on business owners who are already struggling.
Since the introduction of VAT at 9% in 2011, 33,600 direct jobs have been created in the industry. The taxes accruing to the Exchequer from this employment totaled €160 million by the end of 2016. Indirect employment created in the sector since the introduction of the vat rate is estimated at 15,456 bringing the total number of jobs created to approximately 49,056.
From an Irish economic and political perspective, there is much to worry about in relation to Brexit. Sterling has lost 23% of its value against the euro since November 2015, and has shed 11% since the Brexit vote. This currency move will damage the competitiveness of Irish exports to the UK and will make Ireland a lot less attractive for UK tourists. It is estimated that for every 1% that UK activity declines, Irish economic growth would decline by about 0.3%. The Accommodation & Food Services Sector would clearly be very vulnerable to a UK recession and ongoing sterling weakness and vulnerability, especially if the 9% VAT rate is not retained. Ireland must remain an attractive destination to tourists, particularly those from the UK.
Continuing VAT at 9% into 2018 is crucial, not only to the sustainability of restaurants and businesses in the tourism sector, but also to job creation and regrowth for our economy. The RAI are adamant that Minister for Finance & Public Expenditure Paschal Donohoe T.D must recognize this and make a distinct effort to retain the 9% VAT rate.

Smile Awhile & Laugh A Lot!

Three girls, a blonde, a brunette and a red head were all chased by a farmer.  The brunette hid in a dog house, the red head in a cat house and the blonde in a sack of potatoes. The farmer came along and he kicked the dog house and the brunette barked. He kicked the cat house and the red head meowed. He kicked the sack of potatoes and the blonde went “Potatoe”, “potatoe”.....

Thanks Brian for that.

Congratulations is extended to Fr. Michael Kennedy Rathcabbin on the occasion of the 40^th Anniversary of his Ordination to the Priesthood. A special con-celebrated Mass to mark the occasion was held in Lusmagh Church where Fr. Michael is Parish Priest. He then con-celebrated Mass in his native Rathcabbin Church on Saturday night last. Well done Fr. Michael and we wish you well and continued good health in the years ahead

 Well done to the Lorrha Junior hurlers who came from behind to force a replay in a thrilling North Tipp Junior 'B' Hurling League final against Roscrea in Nenagh on Sunday last finishing on  3-23 each, after extra time. The replay is likely to take place in two weeks time and we wish the lads and their management the best of luck

Tipperary prepare for their next game v Dublin on Saturday 8 July All-Ireland Hurling Round 2 Qualifiers. Best of luck to Bonner Maher, Brian Hogan and selector John Madden.
Dublin v Tipperary, 5pm, Semple Stadium
Waterford v Kilkenny, 7pm, Semple Stadium

40^th Anniversary.

Congratulations is extended to Fr. Michael Kennedy Rathcabbin on the occasion of his 40^th Anniversary to the Priesthood. A special concelebrated Mass to mark the occasion was held in Lusmagh Church where Fr. Michael is Parish Priest, on Thursday night of last week, followed by a function in the hall. Fr. Michael then concelebrated Mass in his native Rathcabbin Church on Saturday night last. Well done Fr. Michael and we wish you well and continued good health in the years ahead.

Ploughing Meeting.

All members of North Tipp Ploughing are requested to attend a meeting in The Yanks, Borrisokane on Wednesday night July 5^th at 9.30pm.

Date for your Diary.

A Rathcabbin School Reunion will be held in Kelly's on Saturday 15th July from 8.30 pm. Music by PJ, Sean and Trevor Hogan and special guests. All welcome for a trip down memory lane.

Church News.

First Friday Mass in Rathcabbin Church on Friday 7^th July with confessions beforehand.  Vigil Mass in Redwood Church is on Saturday 8^th July at 8.00p.m. Sunday 9^th in Lorrha at 10.00am. and Rathcabbin at 11.30am.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday from 10.00am to 8.00pm in  Rathcabbin  Church. We invite all parishioners to come and stay a while in the presence of Jesus.

Well Done.

Congratulations is extended to Leanne Sullivan, Redwood who came 10^th  in the “Priomh Comortas" u/10 category at the Irish Dancing Nationals. The event took place recently in the City West Hotel Dublin. Her dance teacher Stephanie Power was very pleased with this result as it was the first time that Leanne competed in the National event. Well done Leanne.

Sympathy.

Sympathy is extended to Pat Morris and family, Rathcabbin on the sudden death of his brother Joe  Delgany, Co. Wicklow and formerly Carrickmines, Dublin  on Sunday June 25^th. After funeral Mass in St. Anthony’s Church Kilcoole on Friday 30^th burial took place in Kilquade Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
Sympathy is also extended to Eddie Dolan and family, Clonmona, on the death of his brother Tom, Lusmagh, which occurred last week. Burial took place in Lusmagh on Thursday last June 29^th. May he rest in peace.

Lorrha Camogie Fundraiser:

Lorrha Camogie Club are holding a fundraising table quiz and draw on Friday 21st July in the Friars Tavern Lorrha. €2 lines are on sale now from all players with fantastic prizes such as; a signed Tipperary Hurling Jersey, a signed Tipperary Football Jersey,  a meal voucher for The Ferry Inn plus various other prizes. All support goes towards the running of the club and is greatly appreciated, so please support the girls and get your quiz team ready for Friday 21st!!

Summer De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the summer collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and maths including bath toilet and shower math’s, soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

Tipp v Dublin.

The best of luck to Bonner, Maher, Brian Hogan and selector John Madden when Tipperary play Dublin on Saturday coming July 8^th in Semple Stadium.

Lorrha v Roscrea Junior “B” Replay

Well done to Lorrha Junior “B” team who drew 3.23 apiece when they met Roscrea in the North Final on Sunday last in Nenagh. We wish the lads well in the re-play.

GAA News.

Senior: Lorrha's next game is the final round of the County League at home to Holycross/Ballycahill on weekend 15-16 July where we need a win to make the semi-finals.The final round game of the County Championship against Knockavilla Kickhams is dependent on Tipperary's progress through the qualifiers.

Junior: Well done to the Junior hurlers who came from behind to force a replay in a thrilling North Tipp Junior 'B' Hurling League final against Roscrea in Nenagh on Sunday, which finished 3-23 each, after extra time. The replay is likely to take place in two weeks time. In the meantime, we could be playing the first round of the championship next weekend, check fixtures for details.

Minor: Lorrha Rovers defeated Silvermines 4-16 to 0-3 in the Minor 'B' Football Championship in Moatfield last Friday. They now play Kilruane MacDonaghs in the semi-final in Borrisokane this Thursday, 6^th July at 7.30pm. The Hurling Championship will resume on Thursday 13^th July with Lorrha Rovers at home to Kiladangan in Ballinderry at 7.30pm.

Under 16: Lorrha Rovers game away to Borrisokane on Monday evening did not go ahead and has been rescheuled. Next Monday, they play Burgess in Ballinderry at 7.15pm

Under 14: Lorrha Rovers Gaels travelled to Cloughjordan to play Kilruane MacDonaghs last Wednesday and recorded a 1-7 to 1-6 win. This Wednesday, 5^th July, they play Borrisokane in Ballinderry at 7pm. Next Wednesday, 12^th July they play Ballina in Ballina at 7pm

Under 12: The U12 hurlers played Kiladangan in Puckane last Friday evening and recorded a 4-14 to 2-4 win. The result sees Lorrha finish second in the table and are through to the semi-final against Kilruane MacDonaghs on Friday 21^st July.

Tipperary: Best of luck to Patrick Maher, Brian Hogan, John Madden and the Tipperary Senior hurlers in the All Ireland qualifier against Dublin this Saturday; also to the senior footballers in their clash with Cavan.

Best of luck to Kevin Cahalan who has been selected on the Tipperary under 16 football panel for the annual Humphrey Kelleher tournament in Waterford next Saturday.

Cul Camp: Lorrha Kellogg's Cul Camp takes place in Moatfield from Monday 24^th to Friday 28^th July from 10am to 2.30pm each day. Camp is open for 6-13 year olds, to register, go to www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie and find the Lorrha camp in the Tipperary listing. The camp costs €60 for one child, €50 for a second and €40 for a third or more children and they will be provided with full camp kit.

Tipperary GAA Draw: The club had now winner in the June draw which took place last Friday night. Thanks for your continued support.

Lotto: Our jackpot is €7,200 with a Match 3 pot of €100. You can play online at www.locallotto.ie.

Social Dancing: continues on Friday with music of Finbarr Dennehy, from 9.30pm til late.

Drugs Search in Moneygall.

As part of ongoing intelligence led joint investigations targeting organised criminal activity being conducted by the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau, the Serious Crime Task Force and Revenue’s Customs Service, herbal cannabis with an estimated street value of €730,000 was seized at Dublin Port last Friday June 30^th.  Revenue’s new mobile x-ray scanner was deployed in the search of a haulage vehicle that had arrived into Ireland containing farm machinery, and the cannabis was discovered concealed within the farm machinery.  

Follow-up searches were subsequently conducted in the Moneygall area and Wednesday July 5^th Gardaí arrested a male aged 52 on suspicion of drug trafficking, who is currently detained at Nenagh Garda Station under the provisions of Section 2 of the Criminal Justice ( Drug Trafficking ) Act 1996.

Revenue’s new mobile x-ray scanner

Thank you from Lorrha School.

Many thanks to Phil Quigley for all her help in staging our very successful school variety concert last week. To Anthony Slevin for his  help with the guitar group and sound system on the night. Also to Ute Duggan “Vielen Dank” for her help with the  German group. Sincere thanks to Patrice Murray for her work with Speech & Drama and to  Gráinne McLoughlin our dancing teacher for sharing her love of dancing with our pupils.  A special word of thanks to all who helped organise the raffle. Many thanks to our sponsors for the wonderful array of prizes. Thanks to the hall committee for organising the venue. To the members of the Board of Management, many thanks for your help and support, not just on the night but throughout the year. To all the adults who performed thank you for your contribution to the show and to all parents “Míle Buíochas “ for your co-operation and support it is  much appreciated. To all the staff of the school sincere gratitude for your dedication and commitment.
Last but by no means least, the stars of the show -  our pupils - thanks to them for their hard work and making this a memorable performance . Thanks to everyone who helped in whatever way to get the show on the road.

Date for your Diary.

A Rathcabbin School Reunion will be held in Kelly's on Saturday 15th July from 8.30 pm. Music by PJ, Sean and Trevor Hogan and special guests. All welcome for a trip down memory lane.

Thank You 

Rathcabbin Development Association wish to thank everyone who made the sale of work in Rathcabbin Hall on Sunday a great success raising more than €1100 towards the upkeep and improvement of the village. Your generosity with time, donations and support is greatly appreciated. The community spirit in Rathcabbin is alive and well!

Church News.

Please Note there will be no Mass in Redwood Church on Saturday 1^stJuly (instead on this date the Mass will be in Rathcabbin Church at 7.00pm. Next Mass in Redwood Church is on Saturday 8^th July.
The Annual  Killaloe Diocesan  Pilgrimage to  Knock Shrine will take place on Sunday,  2^nd July. Names to  Betty Houlihan  on 087 -  6667374.  You are asked to please book your seat as soon as possible.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday from 10.00am to 8.00pm in  Rathcabbin  Church. We invite all parishioners to come and stay a while in the presence of Jesus.

Cemetery Mass.

Sunday Mass will be celebrated in Lorrha Cemetery at 10.00am on Sunday 2^nd July. This will be an occasion to celebrate our St. Ruadhan. The Cemetery committee will be holding a collection, separate from the Mass collection, to help with the maintenance and upkeep of the grounds.

Redwood NS

Active Week: We had great fun for Active Week, taking part in a variety of sports and activities including; tennis with muinteoir Helena, hurling with David Needham, modern dance with Angela Didek, cycling, nature walk with Declan Houlihan, sports day and our school tour to Birr Outdoor Education Centre. Many thanks to all those who helped us out with the activities during the week and made it so enjoyable and to Lorrha GAA for the use of their sports complex.

Graduation: Congratulations to our sixth class pupils Mikey and Rory who were joined by friends and family for their graduation. They will be greatly missed in Redwood and we wish them the very best as they move on to secondary school.

History Tour: We were delighted to go on a very informative and interesting history tour of Lorrha village with thanks to James Heenan and David Broderick. We learned lots of new things about our locality.

Tidy-up Evening: A huge thank you to all those who helped out on our tidy-up evening, your help was greatly appreciated.

We would like to wish everybody a very safe, happy and hopefully sunny summer!

Lorrha Camogie Fundraiser:

Lorrha Camogie Club are holding a fundraising table quiz and draw on Friday 21st July in the Friars Tavern Lorrha. €2 lines are on sale now from all players with fantastic prizes such as; a signed Tipperary Hurling Jersey, a signed Tipperary Football Jersey,  a meal voucher for The Ferry Inn plus various other prizes. All support goes towards the running of the club and is greatly appreciated, so please support the girls and get your quiz team ready for Friday 21st!!

Summer De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the summer collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and maths including bath toilet and shower math’s, soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

Tracing Relations.

South Australian Shane Conlin is trying to trace his Lorrha relatives. He has been doing some family history research and he found that one of his ancestors was baptised in Lorrha on the 20^th  Feb 1834. His name was James Conlin son of Malachi and Catherine (nee Tierney) Conlin. They emigrated to Australia in the late 1840's. They had six children Bridget, Malachi, James, Michael, Thomas and Martin before they left Ireland. Thomas died on the ship to Australia at the age of 5. Malachi and Catherine had two further children John and Catherine who were born in Australia. Shane adds that the family must have made their way to London as they are listed as departing the U.K. on the 11-11-1846 on board the Lady Bruce. Shane and his wife Marianne will be visiting Ireland in July and would like to meet with anyone who might be able to piece their history for them. If you think you can shed any further information on this story, please contact Shane on ssconlin@gmail.com. Further information can be viewed on www.lorrhadorrha.ie under Guestbook.

GAA News

Members of Lorrha Development Association planting tree's earlier in the year as part of National Tree week. Rose Mannion (Treasurer), Louis McCormack (Chairman), Mary Coen (Secretary), Liz Hussey (Vice Chairperson).                                                             

Tracing Relations.

South Australian Shane Conlin is trying to trace his Lorrha relatives. He has been doing some family history research and he found that one of his ancestors was baptised in Lorrha on the 20^th  Feb 1834. His name was James Conlin son of Malachi and Catherine (nee Tierney) Conlin. They emigrated to Australia in the late 1840's. They had six children Bridget, Malachi, James, Michael, Thomas and Martin before they left Ireland. Thomas died on the ship to Australia at the age of 5. Malachi and Catherine had two further children John and Catherine who were born in Australia. Shane adds that the family must have made their way to London as they are listed as departing the U.K. on the 11-11-1846 on board the Lady Bruce. Shane and his wife Marianne will be visiting Ireland in July and would like to meet with anyone who might be able to piece their history for them. If you think you can shed any further information on this story, please contact Shane on ssconlin@gmail.com. Further information can be viewed on under Guestbook on this Web Site

Rathcabbin Development Sale of Work.

A sale of work will be held in Rathcabbin Hall after Mass 12.30 - 2pm) on Sunday 25th June to raise funds for the upkeep and improvement of the village and surrounds. There will be baked goods, veg and preserves, books, crafts, lucky dip and more. Any donations of cakes, crafts clothing or books will be very welcome.

Date for your Diary.

Rathcabbin School Reunion will be held in Kelly's on Saturday 15th July from 8.30 pm. Music by PJ, Sean and Trevor Hogan and special guests. All welcome for a trip down memory lane.

Church News.

Please Note there will be no Mass in Redwood Church on Saturday next, 24^th June, or  Saturday 1^stJuly (instead on this date the Mass will be in Rathcabbin Church at 7.00pm. Next Mass in Redwood Church is on Saturday 8^th July. Usual Masses on Sunday, 25^th June  in Lorrha Church at 10.00a.m. and Rathcabbin Church at 11.30a.m. The beautiful entrance gate to Lorrha Church has been damaged badly by the impact of  a vehicle. Could the person driving that vehicle please make contact with the Parish Priest or any member of the  P.P.C.
The Annual  Killaloe Diocesan  Pilgrimage to  Knock Shrine will take place on Sunday,  2^nd July. Names to  Betty Houlihan  on 087 -  6667374.  You are asked to please book your seat as soon as possible.
A day of prayer, reflection and enlightenment will take place in Crescent College Comprehensive SJ, Dooradoyle, Loimerick on Saturday 24^th June from 9am to 5pm. Speakers include Bishop Willie Walsh, Fr. Eamonn Conway, Sr. Jo O’Donovan, Eileen Kane, Ronan Barry, Patrick Muldoon, Paddy Carberry SJ and Donal Neary SJ. Hot lunch, snacks, tea and coffee included in the price which is €25. For promoters of the Sacred Heart Messenger the cost is €15. To book please call Frances on (01) 7758524 or email: f.kelliher@messenger.ie
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday from 10.00am to 8.00pm in  Rathcabbin  Church. We invite all parishioners to come and stay a while in the presence of Jesus.

Date for your Diary.

Sunday Mass will be celebrated in Lorrha Cemetery at 10.00am on Sunday 2^nd July. This will be an occasion to celebrate our St. Ruadhan.

Lorrha Church of Ireland Graveyard Work Evenings.

Great work has been done over the past 3 weeks in the Church of Ireland Graveyard in Lorrha - thanks to all the volunteers who have helped out so far.  There is still a lot of work to be done and this will continue each Tuesday evening from 7pm to 9.30pm.  All help greatly appreciated.

CAVA AGM.

North Tipperary Community & Voluntary Association (CAVA) are holding their Annual General Meeting (AGM)  on Wednesday, 21st June 2017 in St. Ruadhan's Community Centre, Lorrha commencing at 8pm.  Registration from 7.30pm.  All are welcome.

Summer De-Clutter.

When cleaning out your wardrobe to make room for the summer collection, please remember Lorrha Development/Tidy Towns who continue to collect unwanted clothes throughout the year. Items of clothing must be clean and dry and in good condition please and we can supply bags if you want. We can also collect to make it easy for you, just call (086) 8647166, (086) 8493595 or (087) 2601413 with your name and details. Please note we cannot accept Duvets, bedding, household linen, pillows, cushions, carpets, rugs and maths including bath toilet and shower math’s, soiled or wet clothing but good quality unwanted clothing for re-use (not recycling). All money raised from all fundraising ventures is used for the ongoing work around Lorrha Village which helps to keep one adult employed. Many thanks for your continued support.

GAA News.

Senior: Lorrha's next game is against Ballina in round 4 of the County League on Sunday 25 June at 12 noon in Moatfield.

Junior: Lorrha will play Roscrea in the North Tipp Junior 'B' Hurling League final following their extra time win over Newport last weekend. This game is expected to be played on Sunday 2 July; venue to be confirmed.

Minor: Lorrha Rovers face Silvermines on Friday 30^th June in Moatfield in the final group game of the football championship with the winner progressing to the semi-final. The Hurling Championship will resume on Thursday 6^th July with Lorrha Rovers at home to Kiladangan

Under 16: Lorrha Rovers begin their U16 'A' hurling campaign away to Borrisokane on Monday 3^rd July. They are also grouped with Burgess, Toomavara and Roscrea.

Under 14: Lorrha Rovers Gaels hosted Portroe in Ballinderry last Wednesday and recorded an impressive 7-12 to 2-7 win. This Thursday, 22^nd June, they host Roscrea in Moatfield at 7.30pm. Next Wednesday, 28^th June, they travel to Cloughjordan to play Kilruane MacDonaghs at 6.30pm

Under 12: The U12 hurlers were defeated 1-11 to 1-5 by Burgess in round 2 of the hurling championship next year. Next Friday, 23^rd June, Lorrha are at home to Borrisokane in Moatfield at 7.00pm.

Celtic Challenge: Hard luck to Daniel O'Donoghue and the Tipperary North-Mid U17 team who were defeated by North Cork in the section 2 semi-final in Golden last Saturday. Daniel started at midfield and played in all six games and will have gained great experience from this competition.

Tipperary: Best of luck to Brian Hogan and the Tipperary Under 21 Hurling team in the Munster quarter final against Limerick this Thursday evening.

Cul Camp: Lorrha Kellogg's Cul Camp takes place in Moatfield from Monday 24^th to Friday 28^th July from 10am to 2.30pm each day. Camp is open for 6-13 year olds, to register, go to www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie and find the Lorrha camp in the Tipperary listing. The camp costs €60 for one child, €50 for a second and €40 for a third or more children and they will be provided with full camp kit.

Safety Measures at Moatfield: The club would like to thank Tipperary County Council, and particularly Councillor Michael O'Meara, in securing €10,000 funding towards public lighting at Moatfield as part of the ongoing traffic safety scheme which will be undertaken in the coming months.

Lotto: Our jackpot is €7,050 with a Match 3 pot of €100. You can play online at www.locallotto.ie.

Social Dancing: continues on Friday with music of Brian McDermott, from 9.30pm til late.

IRELAND’S LUCKIEST MAN PAYS HIS THIRD VISIT TO NATIONAL LOTTERY WINNERS ROOM!

A Munster bachelor is claiming to be Ireland’s luckiest man after he paid his third visit in 13 years to the coveted National Lottery Winners room today.

And the delighted player, who left the building with a cheque for almost €20,000, joked with National Lottery staff: “You will be getting sick of me. Hope to see you again soon!”

The gob smacked football fan said he always believed he would get back to the Winners Room – despite previous luck which saw him win €300,000 on Lotto Plus 1 in 2004 and €500,000 as part of a Lotto syndicate in 2006.

“I always play EuroMillions and I bought my ticket as normal for the EuroMillions Draw on May 30th. I really couldn’t believe it when I saw 5 numbers came up! I know it’s not a life changing amount but it is still nice and will allow me do some things.”

The winner said his previous big wins did not change him or his lifestyle in any dramatic way. “I paid for my house and I was able to help out family which was great. I also got to do lots of travel, something I hadn’t had an opportunity to do up to then. I have had a good time.”

The player, who did not want to go public, is working in Munster. “I don’t know yet how I will spend this win but first I will go for a pint in Dublin and take a few days off. This win shows that lightening can strike not once, not twice, but three times!”

He added: “I am not ruling out winning again. I have already bought my EuroMillions ticket for tonight. The Jackpot is worth €60 million so hope to see you again in the morning!”

A close friend who accompanied him to the winner’s room said he was a wonderful person and his good fortune had not changed him. “He is the same person. But it is unbelievable that he has won three times. When he called me to tell me I thought he was kidding. What are the chances of this happening anyone? I am thrilled for him it couldn’t happen to a nicer guy.”

The winning EuroMillions Match 5 ticket worth €19,912 was purchased in Supervalu on Main St, Ballincollig, Cork.

National Lottery Chief Executive, Dermot Griffin, today congratulated the three-time winner. “We have had people coming through here twice but to have someone in our Winners Room three times is something else. We are delighted for this player. It just shows dreams do come true - more than once.”

He reminded players that thirty per cent of all National Lottery revenues go back to Good Causes all over Ireland in the areas of health, sport, education, arts and heritage.