Month: December 2023

NEW INN TIDY TOWNS

Thanks for all your support with our raffle. Total raised was €530. Draw took place last Saturday December 23 in Ollie’s bar.  A big thank you to Ollie’s bar and Phil for facilitating the draw. Winners are as follows : First prize of a beautiful hamper goes to Paul Halley,  second prize to Sean Mohally and third prize to Aine O Connor.

CHURCH OFFERING BOXES

are available in both churches for collection. If you cannot locate your box, please contact Fr. Bobby or any member of the Parish Council. The parish Council wants to thank all Parishioners for their help and support throughout the year. We wish you all a Happy Christmas and a peaceful and holy and Happy New year

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Winners on Wednesday, December 18 were Patsy Hartigan and Jim Phelan with 12 games, and second place to Chris Noonan / Kevin Farrell. Well done all. Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome. The Christmas Party night was a wonderful success, well done to the Knockgraffon Card committee. Cards continue over the Xmas season, i.e., tonight Wednesday December 27. The committee would like to wish all the players good health and good luck for all in the New Year.

TIPPERARY G.A.A. YEARBOOK NOW ON SALE

It includes the achievements of Rockwell Rovers gaa club. 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 2023. As usual there are many, fine people, men, and women, who contributed significantly to the G.A.A. during their lifetimes. All this, over one hundred and fifty pages, for €15.

PARISH LINKS

The Parish Links are selling lines, and you have a chance to win a beautiful hamper which is on display at The Shop, New Inn. This is their only fundraiser this year. The Parish Links committee organises a Christmas party for the senior members of our community each year. The Christmas party will be held this year in New Inn Community Centre on Sunday January 7, 2024, starting at 12.30. This promises to be a great day with music being played by our own Eddie Golden.

LOTTO RESULTS

Results from Saturday, December 23: Lotto nos: 9, 11, 17, 30 – No Winner(s). Lucky dips x4: Mary O’Connor, Masterstown; Caroline Holleran; PJ & Collette Moloney; Marie Seery, all in December €500 draw Sellers x4: Sandra English, Rockwell Rovers x 2; Michael Purcell in December €100 sellers draw. Thanks to all for your support in 2023. Happy Christmas to everyone!

CONGRATULATIONS

to Dermot O’Brien, Woodenstown, winner of the Christmas Hamper for package members draw Christmas 2023.

Rockwell Rovers

Congratulations to Conor English (Rockwell Rovers) who was elected the twelfth Secretary of West Tipperary GAA Board. He became the first Rockwell Rovers man to hold the position.

January 30, 1934 — December 4, 2023
Baker / Ekalaka and Knockgraffon / Cahir
Funeral Mass for Father Thomas Tobin, age 89, of Baker, MT, was held on December 18,2023 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Baker with Bishop Jeffery Fleming and  Bishop Micheal Warfel concelebrating.
Father Thomas Tobin passed away December 4, at Dahl Memorial in Ekalaka.
Thomas Tobin was born in Knockgraffon, New Inn on January 30, 1934 to Patrick and EllenTobin. He and his siblings were raised on the family farm. Thomas answered Gods calling toserve and was ordained a Catholic priest on June 14, 1959 in Knockgraffon, Tipperary,Ireland.

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TAIZÉ SERVICE 

There will be Taizé service (musical centering prayers) in New Inn Church this Thursday December 21 from 7pm to 8. There will be confessions available at this prayer service. All are welcome!

CONFESSIONS 

There will be confessions in St John the Baptist Church, Cashel on Saturday December 23 from 2pm to 4. All are welcome.

CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES

CHRISTMAS EVE in New Inn church at 6pm and 8pm in Knockgraffon church.

CHRISTMAS DAY in Knockgraffon church at 9.30am and 11.30am in New Inn.

CHURCH OFFERING BOXES

are available in both churches for collection. If you cannot locate your box, please contact Fr. Bobby or any member of the Parish Council. The parish Council wants to thank all Parishioners for their help and support throughout the year. We wish you all a Happy Christmas and a peaceful and holy and Happy New year

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Winners on Wednesday, December 13 were Phil Ryan and Philip Ryan with 11 games, and second place to Angela Barrett and Eileen Howley with 10 games.  Table prizes to Jim Meskell / Tim Joe McGrath and Sandra English / Donal O’Dwyer. Well done all. Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome. Christmas party night is this Wednesday, December 20, so please come along and join in the festive spirit. Cards continue over the Xmas season, i.e., Wednesday December 27. 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.

TIPPERARY G.A.A. YEARBOOK NOW ON SALE

It includes the achievements of Rockwell Rovers gaa club. 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 2023. As usual there are many, fine people, men, and women, who contributed significantly to the G.A.A. during their lifetimes. All this, over one hundred and fifty pages, for €15. It would make an ideal Christmas stocking filler for any Gaa enthusiast.

NEW INN TIDY TOWNS 

Have sent out a “Smart Village” survey. The survey is available online (see link below) or if you prefer, there are hard copies available from The Shop, New Inn and also from New Inn & Knockgraffon churches. Closing date is Sunday December 31 to return hard copy to any of the following: The Shop, Ollie’s / Barron pub, Little Treasures crèche or either churches . Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey.

 https://forms.gle/5GA5KukVLbaffcFy6

PARISH LINKS

The Parish Links are selling lines, and you have a chance to win a beautiful hamper which is on display at The Shop, New Inn. This is their only fundraiser this year. The Parish Links committee organises a Christmas party for the senior members of our community each year. The Christmas party will be held this year in New Inn Community Centre on Sunday January 7, 2024, starting at 12.30. The invitations will be in the post by late December. 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 086 3583719 or Mgt on 052 7462132 / 087 6369279 or any committee member. For more info, please contact Esther at the above mbl no. This promises to be a great day with music being played by our own Eddie Golden.

LAGGANSTOWN CHRISTMAS CRIB

The festive spirit was truly alive in Lagganstown, with the community coming together to celebrate the season and remember those who could not be with us. The night was filled with warmth, despite the cold weather, as everyone gathered to sing, pray, and express their gratitude for the blessings of the year. MC on the night was Cyril Fitzgerald.  Blessings were by Fr Mattie McGrath, while Paddy O’Connor (Bellevue) recited a beautiful poem.

Jimmy O’Farrell along with Eddie Golden sang some beautiful Christmas songs with 100-night lights flickering in the background, a beautiful symbol of remembrance for those who have passed away. The flickering lights, set against the backdrop of Christmas carols and the beautifully decorated crib, created a magical atmosphere that touched the hearts of all present.

The event also saw the community’s generosity in full display, with a significant donation of non-perishable items made to the Cuan Saor charity in Clonmel. Breeda Bell on behalf of Cuan Saor thanked everyone. This act of kindness is a testament to the spirit of giving that is so characteristic of the Christmas season.

The children, their eyes filled with awe and wonder, added to the magic of the evening. Their innocent joy and excitement were a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas – a time for love, joy, and togetherness.

The singer the late Shane McGowan was remembered on the night. The evening came to a close, with a reflection by Michael J Boland.

The Lagganstown town crib would like to thank everyone for making the 11th annual Christmas Blessing, another mighty success. Thanks for keeping this little tradition alive and well!

LOTTO DRAW RESULTS

for Saturday December 16 – numbers drawn 13,14, 16 & 26 – NO WINNER. Lucky Dips – Maeve Cummins, Jim Kelly, Fiona Holleran Guthrie and Mark & Lisa Hally to be entered into December monthly draw to win €500 on Saturday 06/01/24. Sellers – Elaine Cummins, Phil Ryan, Rockwell Rovers x 2 entered into December monthly draw to win €100. This week’s jackpot is €11,400. Thank you for your continued support.

SINCERE SYMPATHY

Is extended to the family of the late Rose Tobin, Boytonrath, New Inn. Formerly of Killusty, Co. Tipperary, December 17, peacefully at Acorn Lodge. Rose, beloved wife of the late Pat and sister of the late David. Sadly, missed by her loving daughter Rita, sons Andrew and Michael, grandchildren Fiachrá, Oisín, Adam, Emma and Rose, brother Thos, sisters Eileen Clancy, Margaret Hickey and Kay Williams, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.

Pictured here Michael J Boland with Cyril Fitzgerald at the Lagganstown Christmas Gathering on Sunday December 17.

Pictured here Sandra & Cyril Fitzgerald, Breeda Bell, Eddie Golden, Fr Mattie McGrath, Paddy O’Connor (Bellvue) at the Lagganstown Christmas Gathering on Sunday December 17. Missing from pic Jimmy O’Farrell and Michael J Boland.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL

Want to thank all who contributed and helped in any way with the Church Gate collections held in New Inn and Knockgraffon last weekend. Your support is much appreciated. Many thanks to our collectors Philly & Esther, Donal & Kevin.

TIPPERARY G.A.A. YEARBOOK NOW ON SALE

It includes the achievements of Rockwell Rovers gaa club. 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 2023. As usual there are many, fine people, men, and women, who contributed significantly to the G.A.A. during their lifetimes. All this, over one hundred and fifty pages, for €15. It would make an ideal Christmas stocking filler for any Gaa enthusiast.

THANK YOU 

The Women’s group and South Tipp Hospice would like to express their gratitude to everyone who supported the recent coffee morning at Barrons pub, New Inn. The event raised an impressive €950. A special thanks goes out to Marie Bergin for her delicious scones and everyone who sponsored raffle prizes and helped during the day. Congratulations to the raffle winners: Bridget O’Neill (Tiffany Lamp) Fergus English (Xmas Hamper) and Ml O’Neill (bottle of whiskey). A great night was had by all at the Christmas party on Friday December 8 at the Annar Hotel, and a big thanks goes to Trish Hogan for the tasty mince pies and Mary Frances for the mulled wine at the pre-Christmas party drinks in Barron’s pub. Annette Carroll was the lucky winner of the 6-month membership voucher gifted by the Annar Hotel, Thurles. Well done all.

LAGGANSTOWN CHRISTMAS GATHERING 

is on this Sunday December 17 at the later time of 8pm for this year. Looking forward to seeing you all on the night which promises to be full of Christmas cheer. As always, we will be supporting Cuan Saor on the night and your continued support will be very much appreciated. Singer Shane McGowan will be remembered on the night. Hopefully weather conditions will be favourable this Sunday if not, we will be having the Gathering under cover in the Ball Alley. Merry Christmas everyone !

NEW INN TIDY TOWNS 

Have sent out a “Smart Village” survey. The survey is available online (see link below) or if you prefer, there are hard copies available from New Inn & Knockgraffon churches. Closing date is Sunday December 31to return hard copy to any of the following: The Shop, Ollie’s / Barron pub, Little Treasures crèche or either churches . Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey.

https://forms.gle/5GA5KukVLbaffcFy6

PARISH LINKS

The Parish Links are selling lines, and you have a chance to win a beautiful hamper which is on display at The Shop, New Inn. This is their only fundraiser this year. The Parish Links committee organises a Christmas party for the senior members of our community each year. The Christmas party will be held this year in New Inn Community Centre on Sunday January 7, 2024, starting at 12.30. The invitations will be in the post by late December. 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 086 3583719 or Mgt on 052 7462132 / 087 6369279 or any committee member. Please note any person outside the Parish of New Inn / Knockgraffon is welcome to attend at a cost of €20 per head. For more info, please contact Esther at the above mbl no. This promises to be a great day with music being played by our own Eddie Golden.

25 CARD KNOCKGRAFFON 

Joint winners on Wednesday December 6 with 10 games each were Teresa Breen / Betty Ryan and Matty Boyle & Frank Gubbins. Table prizes to Phil Ryan / Philip Ryan and Angela Barrett / Eileen Howley. Well done all. Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome.

WEST MEDAL PRESENTATION 

Rockwell Rovers Gaa club were well represented at the West Medal presentation in Cappawhite on Sunday December 10. Hurling U12 Garda Cup Shield Captain Micheál Farrell, U13D West Captain Jack Donnelly Football U15B West Captain Gavin Ryan U17B Rockwell / Rosegreen Captain Oisin Cummins.   The following boys received their divisional medals as part of the West panels. U14 Development Football Shield Winners 2023 Adam Collins, U13 Peadar Cummins Hurling Shield Winners 2022 Cameron Fitzpatrick, Tadgh Lonergan, Adam Collins.   U14 Roger Ryan Hurling Shield Winners 2022 Kieran Moloney, Shane Cummins, Ronan O’Carroll, Louis O’Donoghue. Well done to all the players.

LOTTO DRAW RESULTS

from Saturday December 9- nos 02,23,26,27 – NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: – Aidan Barron, Gavin Ryan, Lee O’Connor & Tara Stafford to be entered into December monthly draw to win €500. Sellers – Rockwell Rovers x 3 & Phil Ryan to be entered into December sellers draw to win €100. This week’s jackpot is €11,200.

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

Is extended to Tom & Breeda Delahunty, Ballydoyle on the passing of Breeda’s mother Helen Ryan (nee O’Dwyer) Dominic Street, Cashel, Tipperary / Laois. Formerly of Mountrath, Co. Laois, peacefully in the wonderful care of Mary O’Connor and all her Staff at Acorn Lodge surrounded by her loving family. Helen, beloved wife of the late Matt, deeply regretted by her loving daughters Breeda Delahunty, Teresa Coman and Mary Irwin, sons-in-law Tom, Jim and Justin, grandchildren Paul, David, Patrick, James, Matthew and Andrew, great-grandchildren Eoghan, Éabha, Dara, Íde, Tommy and Sadhbh, niece Helen, nephew Thomas, relatives, neighbours and friends.

“A NIGHT OF CHRISTMAS” 

with New Voices and Jimmy Farrell, Maria Hally, Paddy O’Connor and Fr Bobby on Sunday December 17 at Our Lady Queen Church, New Inn at 6pm. All are welcome! Door collection in aid of C.A.R.E cancer support, Clonmel and New Inn Voices.

NEW INN TIDY TOWNS 

Have sent out a “Smart Village” survey. The survey is available online (see link below) or if you prefer, there are hard copies available from New Inn & Knockgraffon churches. Closing date is Sunday December 31to return hard copy to any of the following: The Shop, Ollie’s / Barron pub, Little Treasures crèche or either churches . Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey.

https://forms.gle/5GA5KukVLbaffcFy6

RAMBLING HOUSE

Join us on Thursday December 7 at 9pm in Ollies bar, New Inn village for Rambling House, Music, Songs and Stories, a great night’s entertainment. No Cover Charge. Just come along and join in the fun.

WOMANS GROUP

Meeting on Tuesday, December 12 at 8pm in NICC re: Mediterranean Cruise. All are welcome. Gentle reminder: Bus for Christmas party will be leaving from Barron pub, New Inn at 6.15pm this Friday December 8. Any queries, please contact M F Barron on 0877595512 or 052 7462252.

PARISH LINKS

The Parish Links are selling lines, and you have a chance to win a beautiful hamper which is on display at The Shop, New Inn. This is their only fundraiser this year. The Parish Links committee organises a Christmas party for the senior members of our community each year. The Christmas party will be held this year in New Inn Community Centre on Sunday January 7, 2024, starting at 12.30. The invitations will be in the post by late December. 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 086 3583719 or Mgt on 052 7462132 / 087 6369279 or any committee member. Please note any person outside the Parish of New Inn / Knockgraffon is welcome to attend at a cost of €20 per head. For more info, please contact Esther at the above mbl no. This promises to be a great day with music being played by our own Eddie Golden.

SANTA COMES TO NEW INN 

Santa is taking some time out from his hectic schedule to come to Ollie’s, New Inn on Sunday December 10 from 4pm to 6pm. A great day is assured with plenty of Christmas cheer!

NEW INN TIDY VILLAGE – CHRISTMAS TREE AND LIGHTS

are busy getting the village ready for the Festive Season. Switching-on of the lights of the living Christmas tree at the Grotto will take place on Sunday evening December 10 at 6.30pm. Ho Ho Ho! I think it’s starting to look a lot like Christmas!

KNOCKGRAFFON ICA

Meeting on Wednesday December 13 at 2pm in the Old School House, Knockgraffon.

ROCKWELL ROVERS GAA LOTTO

Lotto draw results from Saturday December 2.  nos- 10,19,23,32 – NO WINNER(s). Lucky dips x4: Sean and Denise Moloney, Helen Ryan, Deirdre O’ Dwyer and Caitlin Fitzgerald in with a chance to win €500 in the December monthly draw. Sellers Rockwell Rovers x2, PJ Moloney & Philly Ryan in the draw for sellers €100 prize.

CONGRATULATIONS

to Annette Carroll November Monthly Winner of €500. This week’s jackpot is €11,000 – thank you for your continued support.

TIPP DRAW 

Congratulations to the McGonigle Family winning the 2nd prize of €5, 000 in the Tipp GAA Members Draw held tonight. Also, PJ Moloney won €400 in the promoter’s draw.

TIPPERARY COISTE NA NÓG AWARDS 

took place Sunday December 3 at The Ragg, Thurles. Gavin Ryan (captain) collected the U15 Peil medals from Ballina’s Steven O’Brien. Jack McGonigle collected his victorious county Arrabawn Team medal from Ballina’s Mikey Breen. It is a great achievement for Rockwell Rovers GAA club to be represented at the County medal presentation night. Well done boys.

25 CARD KNOCKGRAFFON 

Joint winners on Wed Nov 22 with 11 games each were Maryanne Healy/ Eileen White and Teresa Breen / Betty Ryan. Table prizes to Bernie Farrell / Dick Lonergan and Tony Donaghy /Michael O’Gorman. Well done all. Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome.

“A NIGHT OF CHRISTMAS” 

with New Voices and Jimmy Farrell, Maria Hally, Paddy O’Connor and Fr Bobby on Sunday December 17 at Our Lady Queen Church, New Inn at 6pm. All are welcome! Door collection in aid of C.A.R.E cancer support, Clonmel and New Inn Voices.

LAGGANSTOWN CHRISTMAS GATHERING 

is on Sunday December 17 at the later time of 8pm for this year. Looking forward to seeing you all on the night which promises to be full of Christmas cheer. As always, we will be supporting Cuan Saor on the night and your continued support will be very much appreciated. Singer Shane McGowan will be remembered on the night.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LADIES FOOTBALL

held their AGM on Thursday November 30. Thanks to all who attended and contributed to making the club the success that it is. Congrats to newly appointed Chairman Colm Quinn, Secretary Margaret Burke, Treasurer Mary Flynn and PRO Maree Heaney. Thanks to outgoing officers Colm Heaney, Martina Durkan, Ken Collins and Tadhg Mohally as they step back but not away for all their dedication to the club since the establishment of the club in 2018. It has been a very exciting year for the club with the formation of our Junior Ladies team who reached a County Final in their first year. Also, to the u14’s in their County Final Division B success, a thrilling match to the final whistle. Our u19 ladies topped off the season with a magnificent County final win on November 19 over Rockvale Rovers. Well done to Colm Heaney, Kieran Durkan, Ciaran McGrath, Julie Hennessy and Mary Collins and to these amazing group of players and parents on this fantastic achievement. This being our first year entering the u19 competition, it’s a phenomenal recognition of the hard work being done in the club and this year in particular the girls are reaping the benefits of Padraig O Connor (S&C).
Wishing all our members a peaceful, healthy and happy Christmas and we are all looking forward to a prosperous fun-filled 2024.

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

is extended to the family of the late Stephen Ryan, Marlhill, New Inn. Stephen (Staffie), beloved son of the late Bridget and Thomas, brother of the late Pat and partner of the late Joan Peters. Deeply regretted by his brothers Michael and John, sisters Pauline, Ann and Alice, sister-in-law Jojo, brother-in-law Paddy, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.

PADDY MCGRATH MEMORIAL POOL COMPETITION

Congratulation to Lar Donnelly on his impressive victory at the Paddy McGrath memorial pool competition. After five weeks, Lar emerged as the winner form a field of 40 players. His final match against Paul Butler was a thrilling showdown. The presentation of the memorial cup was made by Paddy’s daughter Deirdre at Barron pub in New Inn on Saturday December 2. The cup is a fitting tribute to Paddy and as we approach the first anniversary of Paddy’s passing, this tournament serves a poignant reminder of his love for the game and his lasting impact on the local pool community. Well done to all the participants and organisers of the event.

U19D County Final Champions

Back Row: L to R: Mary Collins, Ciara Fitzpatrick, Louisa McConnon, Ciara Mohally, Ciara Collins, Nessa Moloney, Kate Hennessy, Chloe Hadden, Kate Fogarty, Emily McNamara, Niamh Marnane, Margaret McGrath, Eabha Moloney(JC), Erika Cully, Kieran Durkan, Julie Hennessy

Front Row: L to R: Colm Heaney, Cara Hennessy, Maggie Blake, Katie Condon, Ella Heaney, Ava Harnett, Anna O Donoghue, Katie Durkan, Sophie Doyle, Niamh Ryan (JC)