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Gratuitous Famine Relief Book 1847 Goes On Display In Thurles

Posted on June 23, 2014 by George

The recently discovered ‘Gratuitous Relief Ration Record Book,’ (or the ‘Distribution Book,’ as it was also called,) for the electoral divisions of Holycross, Thurles and Ballycahill in 1847, has now been digitized, allowing an instant search facility for those anxious … Continue reading →

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Tipperary Welcomes Visit By American Diplomat Dr. Richard Haass

Posted on June 21, 2014 by George

American Diplomat and former Northern Ireland peace talks Chairperson, Dr. Richard Haass, in the company of his wife, son and daughter, will personally make the trip to Tipperary to receive the 2013 Tipperary International Peace Award. This event will take … Continue reading →

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Thurles Sarsfields 2014 International Hurling Festival

Posted on June 7, 2014 by George

Michael Dundon, former editor of the Tipperary Star newspaper and PRO of the Thurles Sarsfields 2014 International Hurling Festival reports. Over eighty teams will be taking part in this year’s 2014 forth Thurles Sarsfields International Hurling Festival, which takes place … Continue reading →

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Third Series Of Irish History Lectures In Borrisoleigh

Posted on May 27, 2014 by George

Mr. Paddy Gleeson, acting tour guide with Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin, will present a lecture entitled “Glasnevin Cemetery, Ireland’s Necropolis,” in the Community Centre, behind the Church in Borrisoleigh, tomorrow night (Wednesday 28th May) at 8.00 pm sharp. Expect an … Continue reading →

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Thurles Chamber Launch Hidden Tipperary Brochure

Posted on May 18, 2014 by George

Hidden Tipperary Tourism Group launched their new Tourism Brochure for the 2014 season on Thursday night last. This new brochure is the first group tourism venture to be published, in an attempt to attract visitor to the areas of Thurles, … Continue reading →

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