New Year Wishes 2012.

Thurles Marketing Group would like to convey good wishes to all for 2012. We wish all good health and happiness for 2012. When doing business in 2012 do keep THURLES in mind.

CHRISTMAS WISHES 2011

THURLES MARKETING GROUP wish all our readers, the people of Thurles and the wider community every good wish for Christmas. We welcome home all who work away from Thurles and wish you a happy holiday.

THURLES CHRISTMAS MARKET 11th December, 2011

Yes, THURLES is the place to be next Sunday, 11th December, 2011 when the THURLES CHRISTMAS MARKET will take place. In excess of 50 stalls will be in Liberty Square from 1.30pm to 6.00pm as well as music performances to suit all tastes and ages. You are invited and urged to come to THURLES for what promises to be a truly magnificent day out. So, graw up your gift list, come to THURLES , support our shopkeepers and in turn keep employment in THURLES.

Shop in THURLES for Christmas, 2011

We urge you to shop in THURLES for Christmas, 2011. THURLES has the best selection of shops for all your Christmas necessities. There is no need to move outside the town for any of your shopping and remember to 'SHOP LOCAL', support the local retailers and in turn maintain jobs in THURLES.

Michael D. Higgins President Elect of Ireland.

Congratulations and good wishes to Michael D. Higgins who has been elected the 9th President of Ireland. To his wife Sabina and their family our best wishes are also extended. His inauguration as President of Ireland will take place on 11th November, 2011.

Thurles By-Pass Route announced

The much needed and preferred route for the Thurles By-Pass project has been announced and will result in the construction of an 8km stretch of roadway around the town. The project is estimated to cost in the region of 48 million Euro. The project will result in 40 acres of land being utilised through Compulsory Purchase Orders. However, no homes will be affected by the route. The route is now on display in the offices of Thurles Town Council, Slievenamon Road, Thurles, Thurles Library, The Source, Cathedral Street, Thurles and North Tipperary County Council, Civic Offices, Limerick Road, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. They will be on display until Friday 11th November, 2011.

ALL IRELAND SENIOR HURLING FINAL

We wish the Tipperary hurling team and it's management every good wish on Sunday 4th September 2011 when they play Kilkenny in the All Ireland Senior Hurling Final in Croke Park.

LEAVING CERTIFICATE 2011

17th August, 2011-yes the day 2011 Leaving Certificate results were announced. To all who received their results today but in particular all the THURLES students we extend hearty congratulations. This is the start of a new phase in your lives and we wish you all the best in your future. Whatever your decision is regarding a job or further education always think THURLES.

TIPPERARY defeat DUBLIN in All Ireland Semi- Final

In a hard fought game Tipperary defeated Dublin with a score of 1.19 to 0.18 in Croke Park. Tipperary now face Kilkenny in the All Ireland Final on 4th September, 2011. Heartiest congratulations to the players and management.

ALL IRELAND SENIOR HURLING SEMI FINAL

Best wishes to the Tipperary players and to their Management team on Sunday next 14th August, 2011 when they play Dublin in the All Ireland hurling Semi Final.

Weekend Break in THURLES for €60.00

'Hidden Tipperary', in conjunction with the ANNER HOTEL, Dublin Road, Thurles, is offering a very special weekend from noon on 26th August, 2011 to noon on August 28th, 2011 to 100 visiting couples on a bed and breakfast basis for €60.00. For further information or to make a reservation call George Willoughby on 0504/21133 or 086/8785859 or e-mail George at george.willo@gmail.com - Please also refer to www.thurles.info.

TIPPERARY FAYRE-Thurles 21st August, 2011

Thurles is the place to be on Sunday, 21st August,2011 when the TIPPERARY FAYRE will take place in Friar Street, Old Baker Street and Parnell Street car park. It will be a day of local craft exhibitions including food, cookery demonstrations, music and of course something for the children. Entry to the event is FREE and further information can be had on the web site www.tipperaryfayre.com - so come to Thurles and have a great day for all the family.

THURLES ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL

The 4th annual Thurles Arts & Music Festival will take place this year from 5th to 14th August, 2011. This is the first time the Festival will be held during the summer. A programme has been designed to cater for all tastes and age groups. For further ibformation click onto: www.revivemusicfestival.com and also www.thurlesartsfestival.com. We congratulate the organising committee on their initiative and ask that the festival be supported.

THURLES CHARITY HORSE SHOW- 31st July, 2011

The Thurles Charity Horse Show will take place on Sunday, 31st July, 2011 on the land of Gerry Kennedy (by kind permission). The location is approx. half way between the Ragg and Borrisoleigh, Thurles. The beneficiaries of this event will be Thurles Lions Club and they in turn will use it for the benefit of it's chosen charities.

Micheal Lowry elected Mayor of North Tipperary

Every good wish to Independent Councillor, Micheal Lowry, son of local T.D. Michael Lowry. Councillor Lowry was unanimously elected First Citizen of North Tipperary at the Council AGM held in St. Patrick's College, Thurles.

TIPPERARY-Munster Senior Hurling Champions

Congratulations to the Tipperary Senior Hurlers who defeated Waterford in a one sided game in Pairc Ui Caoimh, Cork today 10th July, 2011. The final score was 7.19 to 0.19.

THURLES SARSFIELDS INTERNATIONAL HURLING

The Wild Geese, a team of US marines based in England, are amongst eight sides competing in the inaugural International Hurling 13's this weekend. Also participating are Kilburn Gaels and Robert Emmets (London), Keady (Armagh), Na Magha (Derry), Dunboyne (Meath), Naas (Kildare), and Naomh Monnine (Louth). The festival's opening is on Friday night 8th July, 2011 at Sarsfields Social Centre with the hurling action on Saturday at Morris Park and Sarsfield's own pitch. The winners will receive the Tom Semple Cup, presented to Thurles Sarsfields by the family of the late Tom Semple, in memory of the late Thurles and Tipperary GAA legend. We welcome all teams, mentors and followers to Thurles and wish you a most enjoyable visit to our town, home of the GAA.

CLANCY CONSTRUCTION...New Contract.

Congratulations to Clancy Construction, Drangan, Thurles who have recently won a €5.5 million contract on the regeneration programme at Moyross, Limerick. Work is due to commence in July, 2011. Clancy Construction are in operation since the 1940's originally as a family business but have grown to one of the larger construction firms in Ireland employing in excess of 200.

TIPPERARY VENUE gets planning 'go ahead'

Congratulations to Thurles native, Richard Quirke on receiving planning 'go ahead' by An Bord Pleanala for his 'TIPPERARY VENUE'. We wish Richard well and look forward to commencement of building. This is a huge boost for the Thurles area and will provide much needed and sought after employment.

SOMEWHERE UNDER THE RAINBOW

The show 'SOMEWHERE UNDER THE RAINBOW' starring Sharon Sexton will be at The Source Arts Centre, Thurles for one night only on Saturday, 4th June, 2011 at 8.00pm. LIZA MINELLI. She is, quite simply, an icon of the screen and stage, and is brilliantly captured by Sharon Sexton in this glorious tribute enening. This is a show not to be missed. Bookings and further information can be had at The Source Arts Centre or phone no. 0504/90204. Tickets €18/€16 concession.

FREE ELECTRICAL RECYCLING

Free electrical and battery recycling will take place in Mid-Tipperary Mart, Thurles on Saturday, 28th May, 2011. The collecton depot will be open from 10.00am to 4.00pm on the day.
Any household item with a plug or battery will be accepted. For further information see www.recyclefree.ie. This venture is supported by North Tipperary County Council.

Thurles Sarsfields International Hurling Festival

Thurles Sarsfields International Hurling Festival for the Tom Semple
Cup: A competition whose aim is to promote hurling on an international
basis and also promote Thurles and the surrounding area as a tourist
attraction through the the medium of hurling. The competition is being
organised by Thurles Sarsfields one of the oldest, most traditional
and most successful clubs in Tipperary.

Not alone will this be a hurling festival but events in keeping with
the occasion will be organised by Thurles Sarsfields. The hope is that
the participants, supporters and visitors will enjoy the first ever
international competition for the Tom Semple Cup. The Tom Semple Cup
has been donated by the Semple family in memory of the great Tom
Semple who's name graces Munster's finest stadium. The competition
takes place over the Munster Final weekend and will be an annual event
in Thurles no matter where the Munster Final is played. With the
modern new roads and transport facilities we are only 1.5 hours away
from other likely Munster Final venues.

The Munster Final has a special place in the hearts of all hurling
people and we hope that all who come here will experience all that is
good about the great Irish cultural game of hurling.

The teams competing this year are Brussels, under Willie Cashin of
Moycarkey-Borris; Kilburn Gaels are managed by Moyne man Tom Bergin;
One of the big names in Robert Emmets is Mick O'Dea of Liscarroll, Co
Cork handball fame; The exclusive hurling club of Na Magha in Derry is
taking part in its first international competition and is driven by
Damian Doherty; The traditional Gaelic club of Keady from Armagh is
under the charge of Jim McCormack and has on occasion been coached by
Thurles Sarsfields' senior coach Paddy McCormack; Ger Collins, former
centre-forward with Thurles Sarsfields was involved in the setting up
of a hurling club in Dundalk, Naomh Moninne. Its great to see another
exclusive hurling club being guests of Thurles Sarsfields; Naas, Co
Kildare are managed and coached by Pat English from Carlow and their
secretary is a former Watergrasshill hurler Brian O'Riordan; The Wild
Geese from Lakenheath managed by Major Tim Neylon are representing the
USA. They are the first US army team to take part in an official
international competition.

Is this the first fully international competition since the Tailteann
Games of the twenties?

With such a diverse range of clubs and talent coming form so many
different places it promises to be the start of something great in the
hurling world. It will be a major historic event and it is hoped that
this event will blossom and bloom to become one of the highlights of
the hurling calendar year in conjunction with the Munster Final.

Contact sarsinternationalfestival@gmail.com for information or queries.

CIRCUS GERBOLA FOR THURLES-6th to 8th May, 2011

CIRCUS GERBOLA
PRESENT THEIR INCREDIBLE NEW SHOW FOR 2011
MUSICA!!
At Thurles Greyhound Station
From Friday 6th to Sunday 8th May
Circus Gerbola are delighted to announce that of the 6,000 Girl Guides that will be descending on Thurles for their Fun Day Out on May 7th, the circus will be training 200 girls in circus skills at the Gerbola Circus School. This is a real challenge for the circus as the numbers are large but the workshops promise to be great fun with training in Juggling, Rolla Rolla, Acrobalance and much more. Of course, the girls can then come along to the show later to see how the professionals do it!
Circus Gerbola's 10th anniversary show is a spellbinding spectacle packed with amazing performances, mischievous fun and Live Music including Aerial Violinist, Cello Extraodinaire & Grand Piano Contortionist! An act not to be missed is the collaboration with internationally renowned Irish contemporary circus company Fidget Feet, joining fantastic acts of skill with original music. Of course you can expect ridiculous and hilarious clowning and there's more great acts like Flying Tango, Cloud Swing, Balance Perch, Adagio and Liberty Horses. For the younger circus goer don't miss Barney & Friends!
SEATS FROM ONLY
€7.99!!!
With discount voucher
(look out for them around the town)
Now That's Value!!
VENUE
Thurles Greyhound Stadium
Showtimes: Friday 6th @ 7.30pm, Saturday 7th @ 7.30pm Sunday 8th @ 2pm & 5pm
Bookings 086 3700620
email: info@circusgerbola.ie
www.circusgerbola.ie



Circus Gerbola are proud to be sponsored by
The Arts Council of Ireland

THURLES TO HOST 6,000 VISITORS ON 7th May, 2011

Below is a Media Release for National Fun Event where 6000 Girl Guides will descend on Thurles, Co. Tipperary for Centenary Celebrations

Location: Semple Stadium, Thurles, Co. Tipperary
Date:Saturday 7th May 2011.

Special Guest’s: Over 6,000 members of Irish Girl Guides

Event:Centenary Celebrations & Record Breaking Event

On the 7th of May 2011, the Irish Girl Guides (IGG) will hold the largest celebration fun day in its history, to celebrate 100 years of changing lives here in Ireland. Over 6,000 girls and Leaders will descend on Thurles, Co. Tipperary to join together for a day of great fun activities including a Guinness Book of Records attempt.
All the branches will be joining in the celebrations – the Ladybirds who are aged between 5 – 7 years, the Brownies from 6½ – 11 years; the Guides 10½– 15 years and Senior Branch 14½ - 26 years.
The day will begin with a parade which will be led by 85 teenage girls, who are Guiding Stars, as each will be receiving the prestigious Gold Award, the highest achievement that a Guide can achieve. Then IGG will take on the challenge of breaking the Guinness Book of Records for the longest string of reef knots ever!
After this the girls will break into their different age groups to try activities such as Drumming, Circus skills, Dance, Animal Roadshow, Science workshops, Reptile village, Gospel Singing along with time to enjoy the free flow area which will include Large scale inflatables, Helter Skelter, Carousel, Giant paint by numbers and Street entertainers.
As the day comes to a close there will be a presentation of 30 year service pins to many dedicated leaders by special guest Mary McPhail, CEO of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. This is especially significant as 2011 has been designated the European Year of volunteering.
Emer O’Sullivan, Chief Commissioner of the Irish Girl Guides, said, “This is a great opportunity to thank all our volunteer Leaders but an extremely special chance to thank the leaders with 30+ years of service. Today we will remember with pride and gratitude, the work and efforts of those who have gone before and those who strive today to make Guiding the wonderful organisation that it is.”
To end the day on a high the girls and leaders will party to an ABBA tribute band concert as IGG continues to celebrate our centenary for the rest of 2011.
In essence the day is all about celebrating 100 years of an association that has grown from strength to strength, and continues to meet the needs of girls and women in Ireland through a programme of fun and friendship that enables them to develop their fullest potential as responsible citizens of the world.
Well known former members of the Irish Girl Guides include Sonia O’Sullivan, Olympic Medallist; Catherine McGuinness, Former Supreme Court Justice; Roisin Ingle, Journalist and Una Healy of The Saturdays.

EASTER GREETINGS

A very happy Easter to all our readers for 2011.

SAINT PATRICK'S DAY PARADE - THURLES.

The much enjoyed Parade held in honour of our National Apostle, Saint Patrick was held on Sunday, 20th March, 2011. This was a truly magnificent parade held in beautiful weather with very good support from all areas including business, sports, and cultural.
Congratulations to the organising committee and all who took part including the spectators. See video of parade on the following link:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=B_J71wDE2D8

Thurles to celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Sunday, 20th March, 2011

Thurles will this year celebrate Saint Patrick's Day on Sunday, 20th March, 2011. The Parade will commence from Abbey Road, Thurles at 2.45pm sharp are will proceed to Liberty Square where the dignitaries will review the Parade. Thurles Shopping Centre have this year presented a Perpetual Cup to the Saint Patrick's Day Parade Committee to be presented to a School taking part on the day. Every effort should be made by all Schools in the area to take part and honour our National Apostle. For further information contact Tom Gleeson, Chairman on 087/9732837.

ELECTION 2011 RESULTS - TIPPERARY NORTH

The results are now to hand following the 2011 Election for the 35th Dail. Following a long and hard fought campaign Michael Lowry (Independent), Noel Coonan (Fine Gael) and Alan Kelly (Labour) have now been elected and will take their place on 9th March, 2011 when our 35th Dail will meet for the first time. We congratulate all three on their election and look forward to working with them for the future of Thurles.

Committee Training Workshops for Sports Clubs

North Tipperary Sports Partnership is pleased to announce a Committee Training Workshop that will run over three consecutive Mondays (21st, 28th February & 7th March, 2011)... Download PDF for full details

MAJOR AWARDS FOR MITCHEL HOUSE RESTAURANT

Congratulations to Michael O'Dwyer, proprietor of MITCHEL HOUSE RESTAURANT, Mitchel Stree, Thurles and to his Head Chef- the Euro Toques qualified Brendan Sheridan on being awarded the most prestigious Bridgestone and Georgina Campbell Awards in recognition of consistency and excellence in the restaurant business. These are major awards and are again proof that Thurles has all the attributes of fine dining.

Educational Opportunities for Unemployed Adults

Are you unemployed or were you self-employed?

If so why not take a course/programme which is provided free of charge to help you gain employment.

North Tipperary Vocational Educational Education Committee are holding an information evening on WEDNESDAY, 2ND FEBRUARY, 2011 from 3.00pm to 8.00pm in the ABBEY COURT HOTEL, DUBLIN ROAD, NENAGH.

Staff from the VEC's Adult Education Department will be there to talk to you on the evening.

Taoiseach sets 11th March, 2011 for General Election

An Taoiseach, Brian Cowen TD has set the General Election for Friday, 11th March 2011.

COOLEENEY CHEESE

Congratulations to Breda Maher of Cooleeney Cheese, Thurles on her appearance on 'Neven Maguire Home Chef'. Breda was interviewed by Neven Maguire on RTE1 on Thursday, 13th January, 2011. Cooleney Cheese are proud to be supplying their cheese to cheesemongers Paxton and Whitfield, London a company established since 1797. This is again an example of what is being done in Thurles by local enterprise and we wish them well. For further information see www.cooleeney.com

Recycle your Christmas Tree

Be environmentally friendly and recycle your Christmas tree free of charge at a specified area in the Parnell Street Car Park, Thurles. This facility is available from 8th to 22nd January, 2011 and is operated by North Tipperary County Council.