Month: January 2023

NEW INN & DISTRICT CLASSIC AND VINTAGE AGM

Meeting which will take place on Wednesday 8th February at 8pm at New Inn Community Centre. All members and new members are welcome.

BOWLS

continues every Wednesday morning from 9.45am to 11.15am. All are welcome, especially new members. For more info you can contact Mary Frances on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512.

FR MATHEW PLAYERS 

Date for your diary: The Fr. Mathew Players are back in full swing with rehearsals for the upcoming production of “Many Young Men of Twenty” from Wednesday February 22 to Sunday February 26 inclusive.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Joint Winners last Wednesday, January 25 with 11 games each were Jim & Mary Garrett and Teresa Breen/Betty Ryan. Table prize to Chas Keane/Ml Flaherty and Paddy Freeney/ Margaret Quinlan. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Holy communion date: Saturday April 29, Confirmation date: Tuesday May 9. More info nearer the time.

CASHEL LIBRARY

Cashel library invites you to attend their free celebration of Spring this Friday February 3 at 11am. St Brigid, Goddess and Saint, Maura Barrett shares the legends associated with St Brigid and why her legacy is so enduring. Booking essential to 062 63825. Refreshments served.

ROCKWELL ROVERS ADJOURNED MEETING

Adjourned Agm will take place on Saturday February 4 at 7.30pm.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday Jan 28 nos are 17, 18, 20 & 26, NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Helen J Fitzgerald, Christy Clifford, Billy Smith & Kevin Riordan entered into January monthly draw for €500 on Saturday February 4. Sellers: Ml Purcell, Rockwell Rovers x 2, John Hally entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, February 4. This week’s Jackpot is now €2,200.

Congratulations to Brendan & Deirdre Ryan, Masterstown, who won the Rockwell Rovers Lotto Jackpot €9,600 recently.

Pictured here L to R: PJ Moloney, Colm Heaney, Brendan & Deirdre Ryan, John Hally at the clubhouse.

GAA PRESIDENT AWARD

It is with great delight we are announcing that our former PRO and Secretary Sandra English will receive a GAA President’s Award from Larry McCarthy, President of the Gaa on her outstanding voluntary contribution to Rockwell Rovers GAA Club over the years.  These awards are organised and presented on an annual basis to honour those who have given huge commitment and dedication to their club.  A special banquet will be held in Croke Park this Friday evening February 3 where recipients will be present. The awards will be televised live and aired on TnaG’s  “Gradaim an Uachtaráin” from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. This is an honour for our club, and we wish Sandra the very best on Friday.

SINCERE SYMPATHY

Is extended to PJ and Colette Moloney and family, Lagganstown, New Inn on the passing of Colette’s uncle, Willie Cullinan, Ballymacarbry, Waterford. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time. Ar dheis de go raibh an anam dilis.

AFTERNOON TEA PARTY

The Women’s group are organising an afternoon tea party in the New Inn Community Center entre from 3pm to 5.30pm this Sunday January 29. It is in aid of the Community Centre, Parish Links and New Inn Bowls. If any group/individuals are interested in hosting a table, please contact MF Barron ASAP on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512. Your support would be much appreciated! All are welcome.

 

BARRON’S DARTS CLUB

are holding their annual Fundraiser. It is in aid of the New Inn Tidy Towns. There will be a darts tournament in Barron’s Pub New Inn this Saturday January 28. Darts away at 8pm, €10 entry. Men’s competition limited to 32 entries, entries via revolut on 0872955071 or cash to Barrons pub, no spots will be held without payment as we previously held spots and had no shows. Not interested in the darts, but interested in your community, you can donate to  https://gofund.me/bd233d3e.

 

LOTTO

lotto numbers 4,7, 21, 26 -we have a WINNER of the Lotto Jackpot €9600 –  Congratulations to Brendan & Deirdre Ryan, Masterstown, seller Colm Heaney.

Best of luck also to the following who are entered into the monthly €500 draw- Louise O’ Connor, Elaine Browne, Debbie Byron and Sandra English, Sellers: Rockwell Rovers and  Jimmy Looby.

 

CAHIR GARDA DISTRICT

Annual Senior Citizens Party- Dear Older Person. You are cordially invited to an Older Persons Party at Cahir House Hotel this Friday January 27 at 5pm. Music, dancing, refreshments and spot Prizes. Neighbours and family who bring an older person are more than welcome to stay and enjoy the evening. If you require TRANSPORT to this event please ring: Cahir Garda Station on 052 7445630and leave your Name / Address / Eircode / Phone Number. We will arrange Transport for you between 4pm and 5pm on the evening of Friday January 27.  We all look forward to seeing you there!

 

ROCKWELL ROVERS CAMOGIE CLUB

At our recent AGM the following officers were returned or elected: Chairperson PJ Moloney, Secretary Louise Brennan, Assistant Secretary Louise Moloney, Treasurer Tara Stafford, PRO Annette Carroll. Our adjourned Agm will be held on Tuesday January 31at 8pm.  A few posts regarding coaches etc will be ratified on the night. Training will resume asap as our lights on the AstroTurf are nearly in operation and once they are up and running, all ages will be back. Our u14s and u16s are starting back on the AstroTurf on Sundays from 3.30pm to 5ish, if anyone can make it for some strength and conditioning, we would love to see you. History is in the making with the club putting in a junior team this year. We are looking forward to seeing what the year will bring and welcoming some of our previous players back to the field. If you or anyone you know may be interested please get in contact with Chairman PJ Moloney on 086 390 4926 or camogie phone- 087 963 6864.

 

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Winners last Wednesday, January 18 with 13 games were brothers Billy and Vincent Phelan. Runners Up were Cathy O’Gorman/Phil O’Connor on 12 games. Table prizes to Chas Keane/ Michael O’Flaherty and Michael O’Gorman/Tony Doheny. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome.

 

ROCKWELL ROVERS AGM

A well-attended Senior AGM took place in the clubhouse on Sunday January 15. The following officers were returned or elected on the night. Chairman: John Hally, Vice Chair Thomas Buckley, Secretary: Geraldine Cleary, Asst Secretary: Elaine Cummins, Treasurer: Mary Newman, Asst Treasurer: Peter Farrell, PRO: Elaine Cummins, Health & Wellbeing: Martina Durkan, Registrar: Cathy Fitzgerald, School Liaison: Officer Kieran Durkan, Children’s Officer: Anita O’Dwyer, Development Chairperson:  Adrian O’Dwyer, Irish Culture & Language: Lorraine Farrell, West Board Delegates: John Hally, Kieran Durkan and Gerry Ryan, Senior Management team: Stephen Quirke, Tommy Flynn, Dermot O’Brien and Gerry Ryan. County Board Delegate, County Football Delegate, Junior team management, U21 and U19 deferred to adjourned Agm which will take place on Saturday February 4 at 7.30pm.  Thanks to outgoing treasurer JJ Cooney and to Andy Hennessy, outgoing Chairman of the development committee after 5 years. Sympathies were extended to families who lost loved ones during the year.

AFTERNOON TEA PARTY

The Woman’s group are organising an afternoon tea party in the New Inn Community centre from 3pm to 5.30pm on Sunday January 29.  It is in aid of the Community Centre, Parish Links and New Inn Bowls. If any group/individuals are interested in hosting a table, please contact MF Barron ASAP on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512. Your support would be much appreciated! All are welcome!

THANK YOU

The Woman’s group along with South Tipp Hospice would like to thank everyone who supported the coffee morning held recently at Barron’s pub, New Inn. A fantastic €730 was raised. Thanks to all who supported the event and who helped out on the day.

BOWLS

continues every Wednesday morning from 9.45am to 11.15am. All are welcome, especially new members. For more info you can contact Mary Frances on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512.

CHURCH OFFERING BOXES

Church offering boxes are available in both churches for collection. If you can’t locate your box, please contact Fr. Bobby or any member of the Parish Council. Thank you for your continued support of the Parish.

CONGRATULATIONS 

Congratulations to Scoil Mhuire gan Smál, New Inn for qualifying for the BT Primary Young Scientist Competition which took place in the RDS Dublin last week. Their project titled “Are Pets good for your Health and Wellbeing” proved very popular at the exhibit.  The children conducted various scientific experiments and research to determine the benefits of animals for people’s well-being while also inviting guide dogs Ireland to visit the school and highlight their importance to society. The children were visited by Tánaiste Michael Martin who commented on the extent of their project.

IRELAND LIGHTS UP

Rockwell Rovers Gaa club has once again registered for “Ireland Lights Up” and is encouraging the community of New Inn / Knockgraffon to get out and get active each Wednesday evening between 7pm and 8.30pm at the Walkway starting Wednesday January 11 to Wednesday February 15.  For more info on Healthy Clubs Steps Challenge win some valuable gear for our club, see link to join the “Munster GAA – Every Step Counts 2023” challenge link: http://web.mylife.irishlife.ie/challenges/637f717072f40a0c2116bc9f?lc=en_IE and select Rockwell Rovers as your club.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Joint winners last Wednesday, January 11 with 10 games were brother Billy & Vincent Phelan and Kitty Slattery/Sheila Slattery. Table prizes went to Kitty Byrne/Bernie Farrell and Mary Ann Healy/Eileen White.  Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome.

NEW INN VOICES CHOIR

Will perform from the second Sunday in February for the rest of the year i.e., second Sunday of each month starting Sunday 12 February 2023.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday January 14 nos are 12, 15, 16 & 26 NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: TJ Ryan, Liam Harty, Lisa O’ Connor and Helen J Fitzgerald entered into January monthly draw for €500 on Saturday February 4. Sellers:  Rockwell Rovers x 3 and Ml Purcell entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, February 4.  This week’s Jackpot is €9,600.

MEDAL PRESENTATION

Rockwell/Rosegreen 2022 medal presentation took place on Saturday January 14 in Rosegreen Community Hall. Medals were presented to the combined U15 football team who won the U15 D County Football Shield Final and the U17 B football West shield Final.  Cathal Barrett, Tipperary Hurler was present to present the boys with their medals. He spoke to the boys about the importance of playing sports and gave them some great advice. Many thanks to Rosegreen GAA Club for hosting the medal presentation.

New Inn & District Vintage Club

Pictured here are some members from New Inn & District Vintage club:  Ml O’Donnell, John O’Dwyer, Kevin Moore and Pat O’Rourke supporting Rosegreen community in assoc with Coolmoyne & Moyglass vintage club at their recent Tractor Run held at the Tipperary Raceway, Rosegreen in support of the fantastic facility at the National rehabilitation hospital in Dun Laoghaire. A great day was had by all.

 BT Primary Young Scientist Competition

Pictured here is Primary school principal Thomas McLoughlin, Tanaiste Michael Martin, Jodi McMahon and Teresa Harrington along with Students from 6th class Scoil Mhuire gan Smál primary school, New Inn who qualified for BT Primary Young Scientist Competition held at the RDS, Dublin last week.

 

Pictured here at the Rockwell/Rosegreen medal presentation on Saturday January 14 in Rosegreen Community Hall.

Rockwell / Rosegreen U15 D County Shield Final Winners.

L to R: Tipperary Hurler Cathal Barrett, Shane Cummins, Conor Hally (Captain) , Mark Hally (Coach), Olan O’ Gorman, Kevin Geraghty, Colin Maher, Mattie Cummins (Coach), Harry O’ Connor, Tadgh Lonergan, Adam Collins, Kieran Bergin on behalf of Leon Bergin, Noel O’ Connor (Coach).

Missing from photo Alex McNamara, Louis O’ Donoghue, Luke O’ Dwyer, Cameron Fitzpatrick, Lorcan Butler and Sean O’ Reilly.

 

Rockwell / Rosegreen U17 West Football Shield

Back L to R: Seanie Cummins (coach), Tipperary Hurler Cathal Barrett, Jamie Lawrence, David Bergin, Karol Geraghty, Oisin Cummins, Patrick Colville, Brian Byrne, Aaron O’ Dwyer, Olan O’Gorman, Ger Cummins (coach), Kieran Bergin.

Front L to R: Shane Cummins, Jack Ryan, Peter Heaney (Captain), William Colville, Niall Tobin, Patrick Fitzgerald.

PARISH LINKS

The Parish Links held their annual Christmas party on Sunday January 8 in the NICC. It was great to see so many friendly and neighbourly faces after a gap of three years due to covid. It was also poignant and a little sad as we remember the people who have passed away since our last party. The committee would like to thank Eileen Condon and her staff for the lovely meal; Mary O’Donnell, New Inn for supplying the excellent Christmas cake; Paddy O’Connor (Bellvue) for taking photographs of the occasion. Eddie Golden in the band brought much enjoyment to the day and together with our own Fr Bobby and Kate O’Dwyer provided great entertainment. Also, we had “Burgess school Irish dancers from New Inn: Sarah Flynn, Leah and Sophie Lonergan, Grace and Emily O’Dwyer who put on a lovely display. Congratulations to Stephen Boland, New Inn winner of the hamper (on display in The Shop, New Inn). A big thank you to Ml Purcell and committee members for selling the lines of the hamper which raised much needed funds for the Parish Links.  Thanks also to the local businesses, clubs and individuals who donated spot prizes on the day too numerous to mention.  Great credit is due to all involved, especially the hard-working committee who put a great effort in year after year and thanks also to the Hall committee. A great day was had by all, with parishioners meeting up with old friends and making new ones. Thanking everyone who attended the party and wishing everyone a Happy & Healthy New Year!

COMMUNITY GAMES

Community Games AGM will take place this Thursday January 12 at 7:30pm in GAA Clubhouse.  All are welcome.

LINE DANCING -WOMANS GROUP

Line dancing on for 6 weeks each Tuesday evening starting Tuesday January 10 from 7pm to 8pm in the NICC. €40 for 6 weeks. For more info contact Mary Francis on 052 7462252.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Joint winners last Wednesday, January 4 with 12 games were Eddie Grant/James Ryan and in joint second place with 11 games were Michael O’Gorman/Tony Doheny and Mary Anne Healy/Eileen White. Table prize to Chas Keane/Ml Flaherty and Cathy O’Gorman/Phil O’Connor. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome.

FR MATHEW PLAYERS 

Date for your diary: The Fr. Mathew Players are back in full swing with rehearsals for the upcoming production of “Many Young Men of Twenty” from Wednesday February 22 to Sunday February 26 inclusive.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday Jan 7 nos are 22, 26, 28 & 32, NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Pat Carroll, Nelly Joy, Tadgh Mohally and Noreen & Pakie Fitzgerald entered into January monthly draw for €500 on Saturday February 4. Sellers: Ml Purcell x 2 & Rockwell Rovers x 2 entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, February 4. This week’s Jackpot is €9,400. Congratulations to our January monthly winner of €500 – Gerry Heenan, Seller – Sandra English.

SENIOR GAA CLUB AGM

The annual general meeting of Rockwell Rovers GAA club will be held in the CLUB HOUSE this Sunday January 15 at 7.30pm. All are welcome.

(Please note new time and venue, apologies for any inconvenience)

SINCERE SYMPATHY

Is extended to Jason & Louise Matthiae & family, Masterstown on the passing of Jason’s dad Hanz Peter, The Curragh, Ardmore/Cashel. Our thoughts and prayers are with his sons Jason, Stefan and Hansie, extended family and friends at this sad time. May he rest in peace.

Pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are Irish dancers

Back L to R: Grace O’Dwyer and Leah Lonergan

Front L to R: Sarah Flynn and Sophie Lonergan

Very Front : Emily O’Dwyer

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are Richie O’Loughnane and Margaret Quirke. In the background are Joe & Kitty Golden, Fr Knight and John Quirke.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are

L to R: Mary O’Connor, Masterstown, Ursula Ryan, Mairead Moloney and Bridget McGrath.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are

L to R: Ann O’Neill, Sr Assumpta, Alice Peters and Eileen Peters.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are

L to R: Eileen Peters, Mary Moloney, Mary Flynn, Mary Peters and Mary O’Donnell.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are

L to R: Seamie Houlihan, Johnny Luddy, Denise Luddy and Breda Delahunty.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn is our own Eddie Golden on band who kept the parishioners entertained for the afternoon.

RAMBLING HOUSE 

In Ollies Bar, New Inn this Thursday Jan 5 at 8.30.pm. Music, Song and Storytelling etc. All are welcome.

 

COFFEE MORNING -WOMANS GROUP

There will be a Coffee morning in aid of South Tipperary Hospice this Saturday January 7 from 11am to 1pm in Barron’s Pub, New Inn. All are welcome. Please support this worthy cause.

 

LINE DANCING -WOMANS GROUP

Line dancing on for 6 weeks each Tuesday evening starting next Tuesday January 10 from 7pm to 8pm in the NICC. €40 for 6 weeks. For more info contact Mary Francis on 052 7462252. The woman’s group committee would like to offer sincere sympathies to Patricia Wilson, Stephenstown, Cashel on the passing of her husband John recently. Our thoughts and prayers are with Patricia, daughters Emma and Georgina and son Mikey at this sad time.

 

PARISH LINKS 

This year Parish links are selling lines and you have a chance to win a beautiful hamper which is on display at The Shop, New Inn. Please support the lines for sale in The Shop or from any committee member. This is their only fundraising this year. The Christmas party will be held this year in the New Inn Community Centre this Sunday January 8, 2023, starting at 12.30pm. This promises to be a great day with music being played by our own Eddie Golden. Invitations for the party have been sent in the post. If there are any newcomers to the parish or if anyone knows anyone who would be interested in going to the Christmas party, please contact Esther on 0863583719 or Mgt on 052 7462132 or any committee member asap.

NEW INN TIDY TOWN 

The Committee would like to thank the Publicans, Sponsors and all those who supported the recent Christmas raffle. Well done to the following winners: 1st: James English, Clogheen,2nd: Jed Longworth, Boytonrath, 3rd: Bridget Ryan, Dualla Rd, Cashel and 4th: Isobel Moore, Knockgraffon.

Well done to the Tidy town committee and Christmas Cheer committee for doing a wonderful job on “Lighting up” New Inn village. The lights and decorations are a credit to them and it brought a very festive feeling to the village. Here’s wishing everyone “A Happy New Year”!

 

 

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Joint winners last Wednesday, December 28 with 10 games each were Maisie O’Grady/Joe Ahern, Jimmy Looby/Ml Murphy and Ann Dowling/Dick Lonergan. Table prize to Chas Keane, Phil Ryan and Sandra English.  Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome. The committee would like to take this opportunity to wish all the players a Happy & Holy Christmas and good health and good luck for all in the New Year.

 

ROCKWELL ROVERS

CONGRATULATIONS 

to the Rockwell Rovers players on the West Development U13 and U14 squads. Both teams were playing their respective Shield finals on Saturday December 31. The U13 team (Adam Collins, Cameron Fitzpatrick and Tadhg Lonergan) beat the South in Borrisoleigh after extra time winning the Peadar Cummins hurling shield. The U14 team (Kieran Moloney and Shane Cummins) beat the Mid in Templederry winning the Rodger Ryan hurling shield. This was a great experience for all the boys involved in these panels. Thanks to all the coaches & David Byrne GDA for their time and commitment.

 

 

FRIENDS OF ROCKWELL ROVERS CHRISTMAS DRAW RESULTS 

Congratulations to the following prize winners in the Christmas Friends of Rockwell Rovers Package members draw : – Don & Denise Moloney – Fitzgerald’s Woodlands Hotel Break , Martina & Kieran Durkin – meal for 2 Cahir House Hotel, Gerry & Anne Heenan –  meal for two, Deansgrove Restaurant, Dundrum , Dan & Siobhan Cronin –  Morrisey’s Super Valu Cashel hamper , Dermot & Maria O’Brien- Centenary Co-op Cashel, Voucher & Power Fleet Tool , Elaine & Mattie Cummins- Senator Windows, Wine, Chocolates & Diary. Wishing all our players, members, coaches, supporters and sponsors a very Happy and Healthy New year.

 

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

LOTTO results from December 27, nos 5, 14, 15 ,18 – No Winner – lucky dips: Nelly Joy, Cashel, Mary O Donnell, Macroom, Rachel Kilgallen and Gerry Heenan to be entered in December €500 draw on Saturday January 7. Sellers – Ml Purcell & Rockwell Rovers x2 and Sandra English. LOTTO results from Saturday December 31st nos are 7, 13, 19 & 22, NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Phil & Emma Ryan, Robbie O’Halloran, John & Liz Hally and Pat Ryan, Dangan entered into Dec monthly draw for €500 on Saturday January 7. Sellers: Ollies Bar, Tommy Flynn & Rockwell Rovers x 2 entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, January 7. This week’s Jackpot is €9,200.

 

SENIOR GAA CLUB AGM

The annual general meeting of Rockwell Rovers GAA club will be held in the NICC on Sunday 15 January at 2.30pm. All are welcome.

 

 

TIPPERARY G.A.A. YEARBOOK NOW ON SALE

The Tipperary G.A.A. Yearbook is now available in Cashel (Halls and Ely’s) or in Cahir (Dolan’s Super Valu or Sampson’s). It includes the achievements of Rockwell Rovers and some joint ventures with our near neighbour, Rosegreen. One of the sections of the book that is read with interest and a little sadness is the “Friends we Lost” obituary notices of the many Gaels who passed away during 2022. As usual there are many, fine people, men, and women, who contributed significantly to the G.A.A. during their lifetimes. All this, over two hundred pages, for €15.

 

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

The death occurred in Birmingham, England of Bill (aka Willie) Barrett on December 13, 2022. Wille in his 93^rd year and late of Knockgraffon, may he rest in peace. Sincere sympathy to his wife Peggy and family Aileen, Marie and Alan, brother John (Fethard). Our thoughts and prayers are with John and all the Barrett family at this sad time. Ar dheis de go raibh an Anam delis.

Sincere sympathy is also extended to Jim & Audrey Parkinson, Marlhill, New Inn on the passing of Jim’s aunt Janie Griffin, Killarney who died recently. Our thoughts and prayers are with Janie’s daughter Betty and all the family. May she rest in peace.