Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport

Thurles native Ms.Mary Hanafin, T.D. was yesterday appointed to the newly re-named position of Minister for Tourism, Culture and Sport by An Taoiseach, Mr.Brian Cowen, T.D. The industry in Ireland employs in excess of 200,000 people and generates €6bn revenue for the economy. We wish the new Minister well in her new appointment.

JEKYLL AND HYDE-The Musical.

Thurles Musical Society will perform Jekyll and Hyde in the Premier Hall, Thurles from Tuesday 23rd March to Saturday 27th March, 2010 commencing at 8.15p.m. sharp. Tickets cost €15.00 downstairs and €20.00 for the balcony. All students tickets are €10.00. For a great night out come to the Premier Hall and enjoy a great show.

St. Patrick's Day Parade in Thurles

Sunday March 21st, 2010 will see the annual Parade in Thurles to commemorate the feast of Saint Patrick. The Parade will commence at 2.45p.m. in Abbey Road and progress to the reviewing stand in Liberty Square. A great Parade is guaranteed and you are invited to join the celebrations along the way. A total of ten bands will take part in the parade together with sports, cultural, retail and other organisations. There will be plenty of music and dance in Liberty Square from 2.15p.m with the Moynihan Brothers band.