The TIPPERARY VENUE gets the go ahead

Hearty congratulations to Thurles native, Richard Quirke , the promoter behind €460 million Tipperary Venue who was last week granted planning permission for the construction of this magnificent development. The build will take place on a 900 acre site at Two Mile Borris, Thurles. This is a huge step forward for the 160,000 Square Metre development which will provide 1,000 jobs during construction and employ 2,000 on opening. This has been the largest planning application ever submitted to North Tipperary County Council which will benefit to the tune of €4.1 million in development charges. We wish Richard all the best on this project and look forward to working with him for the benefit of the project and Thurles.

TWO IN A ROW FOR THURLES SARSFIELDS

With a score of 1-16 to 1-7 Thurles Sarsfields have retained the Dan Breen Cup having beaten Clonoulty Rossmore in the County Senior Hurling Final in Semple Stadium on 31st October, 2010. It takes a great team to win a County Final but it takes a super team to win two in a row. Well done to all involved.

THURLES HALLOWEN ARTS FESTIVAL

Yes, THURLES is the place to be this week as it's third Halloween Festival takes place from 22nd to 31st October, 2010. Acts from France, Germany, USA, Australia, UK and Ireland will be permorming over the Festival. Great credit is due to the Committee who have put this fantastic Festival together and it will be a huge benefit to the Business people in Thurles. As there will be something for young and old come to Thurles and savour the athmosphere and enjoy yourself. Further information can be had from the Chairman, Councillor Jim Ryan at 086/2397376 or on www.thurlesartsfestival.com

TIPPERARY SH MANAGEMENT TEAM TO STEP DOWN

Tipperary GAA County Board have announced with regret that the current management team of Liam Sheedy, Eamon O'Shea and Michael Ryan have decided to resign. The management team have been in situ for the last three years and culminated in Tipperary winning the Senior Hurling All Irelan in 2010. We thankk all three and wish them well for the future. For further information refer to www.tipperary.gaa.ie

GRADUATION DAY AT TIPPERARY INSTITUTE

October 1st, 2010 was Graduation Day at Tipperary Institute, Thurles. The ceremony was streamed live on the day and viewed across the globe on the internet. We congratulate and wish all the Graduants in their chosen discipine every good wish for their future.

THURLES HALLOWEEN ARTS FESTIVAL

The third annual Halloween Arts Festival will take place from October 22nd to October 31st 2010. A host of top international acts from France, Germany, the USA, Australia, the UK as well as Ireland will perform over the festival. The complete line up of artists will be announced shortly. For further information contact the Chairman, Councillor Jim Ryan at 086/2397376 or check out the web site www.thurlesartsfestival.com

* THURLES LIONS CLUB *

Thurles Lions Trust Housing Association Limited is delighted to announce that they have been successful in their application for capital grant assistance issued by the Department of the Environment and managed through the local authority. They will receive €600,000.00 of Government grant aid from North Tipperary Co.Co. for the acquisition of 6 apartments. These units will provide follow-on, independent living accommodation for residents who are ready to live more independent lives. We congratulate the Lions Club on this very worthy project.