Author: Paddy O'Connor

 

Tom Cusack Cup

Pictured here are the victorious Rockwell Rovers team who defeated Aherlow in the final of the Tom Cusack Cup in Sean Treacy Park, Tipp Town on Saturday 20 November to win Rockwell Rovers first ever Senior title. Final score 1-7 to 0-9. A great achievement for our first year in Senior. Huge congratulation to the players and management.

Back L to R: Eoin Shine, Alan Moloney, Diarmuid Lonergan, Pa Hickey, Paddy Keating, Shane Nolan, Robert O’Donnell, Tom Tobin, Tom Downey, Diarmuid O’Brien, Kevin Cleary, Kyle Burke, Gerry Ryan (selector), Dermot O’Brien (selector), Stephen Quirke (manager).

Front L to R: Willie Flynn, Eoin Byrne, Liam Lonergan, Aidan Barron (capt.), Michael O’Donnell, TJ Ryan, Liam Fahey, Gavin Ryan, John Burke, Pat Halley, Paul Halley, Tommy Flynn (selector). Surrounded by the next generation of Rockwell Rovers.

NEW INN/KNOCKGRAFFON COMMUNITY GAMES

An AGM will take this place Thursday, November 25, at 8:30pm in the Community Hall, New Inn. Anyone whose son or daughter is interested in entering team or individual events are welcome to attend.

Also, congratulations to Conor Hayes, Hymenstown who came second in U14 Community Games Cross Country County Finals recently.  We wish Conor the best of luck in the National finals this weekend.

LOTTO

results from Saturday November 20, No’s 5, 7, 15, 24. NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Kevin Riordan, Ursula Healy, Cormac Ryan, Anne Kerton to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday December 4. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers, Tommy Flynn, Michael Purcell x 2 to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, December 4. This week’s Jackpot is €12,800. Thanks for your continued support.

CAHIR CREDIT UNION

A massive congratulations to William Richardson 5th class who won 1st prize in the Cahir Credit Union Art Competition. He got a monetary prize for his wonderful artwork. He also came in 2nd place for the regional competition and will travel to Dungarvan this Saturday for a presentation. Well done William!!!!!

WEDDING CONGRATULATIONS

To David Hally & Noreen Ryan who were married in Gorey, Wexford recently.  David is a son of Michael & Eileen Hally, Farrankendry.  We wish them every health and happiness for the future.

Pictured here are the happy Bride & Groom, Noreen Ryan & David Hally who were married recently in Gorey, Co. Wexford. We wish them every health & happiness for the future.

 

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

Is extended to Anne Halley and her son John, Springfield on the passing of Anne’s brother Fr. Liam Ryan O.S.A. St Augustine’s, Ballyboden, Dublin 16, formerly of Augustinians Galway, Drogheda, New Ross, Dungarvan and Limerick, late of Barna, Galbally, Co. Limerick. Beloved brother of the late Dan and deeply regretted by his loving sister Anne and brothers Tom, Andrew and Denis, relatives, the Augustinian community, neighbours & friends. May he rest in Peace. Ar dheis de go raibh a anam dilís.

New Inn Darts Club 

Pictured here are the Rockwell Rovers camogie club with a donation to New Inn Darts club in their recent fundraiser for two defibrillators for our two primary schools.

Back L to R: Paul & Amy Kirwan, Pat O’Rourke, Paul Lonergan.

Front L to R: Annette Carroll, Mary Frances Barron, Tara Stafford

 

CLOTHES COLLECTION

New Inn community centre are organising a fundraising clothes collection this Friday & Saturday 19th & 20th November from 6pm to 7pm. Thanks to everyone who has donated so far, there has been a great response. For more info or to arrange a collection (if above dates don’t suit) please contact Esther on 086 3583719 or Paddy on 086 8602979.

NEW INN BOYS SCHOOL

Congratulations to Tadgh Lonergan in 6th class who is the winner of the Cashel Peace prize poster competition.

TIDY TOWNS – NEW INN

The results of the Supervalu Tidy towns competition are out this week. Well done to our Tidy Town committee who increased their marks by 3pts. This is very good for our small village. The committee is made up of hard-working volunteers. They meet up once if not twice a week. Check out their Facebook page for more info.

LOTTO RESULTS

LOTTO results from Saturday November 13, No’s 3, 9, 22, 26. NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Caroline Flanagan, Sandra Peters, Richard Kelly, Maria Seery to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday December 4. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers x 2, Sandra English, Michael Purcell to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, December 4. This week’s Jackpot is €12,600. Thanks for your continued support.

 

BEST OF LUCK

to our senior footballers who are out this Saturday, November 20 in Sean Treacy Park, Tipperary Town at 1.30pm against Aherlow in the final of the Tom Cusack Cup. Your support is much appreciated! This will be our first ever Co Senior Football Final. One year after coming up from Intermediate football to reach the B final at Seniors is some achievement for a club of our size. Rockwell Rovers Abu, one club, one parish.

 

SINCERE SYMPATHYSINCERE SYMPATHY

Is extended to the O’Dwyer family, Knockahollow, Knockgraffon on the passing of Eileen O’Dwyer who passed away peacefully in the loving care of the staff of St Teresa’s Nursing Home Cashel. Eileen (in her 97th year), beloved sister of the late Breeda, Mary, Rosie, Josephine, Val & Phil. She will be sadly missed by her sister Elizabeth, brothers Tom & Andy, sister-in-law Eileen, relatives, neighbours & friends.

Sincere sympathy is also extended to the family of the late Michael O’Neill, Rosegreen. Michael is deeply regretted by his wife Betty and daughters Monica Adcock and Margaret Webster, extended family, and friends. Michael was a stalwart at the cards in Knockgraffon and will be deeply missed.

IN MEMORY OF MARY O’ROURKE, MINNIE MURPHY, SIOBHAIN O’BRIEN & BRENDAN MORRISSEY

Pictured here are Lauren Lonergan and Harry Stafford winners of the childrens darts tournament held last Saturday November 6.

Pictured here L to R: Paul Kirwan, Runner up: John O’Dwyer (runner up), Winner:  Francis Sage (with his daughter Eve) and Pat O’Rourke at the recent memorial darts tournament held in Barrons pub, New Inn on Saturday November 6.

Pictured here L to R: Paul Kirwan, Runner up: John O’Dwyer (runner up), Winner:  Francis Sage (with his daughter Eve) and Pat O’Rourke and Paul Lonergan at the recent memorial darts tournament held in Barrons pub, New Inn on Saturday November 6.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

New Inn community centre is organising a fundraising clothes collection on the following Fridays & Saturdays i.e., 12th & 13th November and 19th & 20th November from 6pm to 7pm. For more info or to arrange a collection (if above dates don’t suit) please contact Esther on 086 3583719 or Paddy on 086 8602979. Thank you for your support and taking the time and effort to support our fundraising drive.

 

PUBLIC MEETING on N24 ROAD REALIGNMENT

On Monday November 15 at 8pm at Knockgraffon schoolhouse. This is organised by Friends of Knockgraffon. Consulting Engineer Brian Loughrey will address the meeting on issues influencing the selection of proposed routes. Brian has extensive knowledge on motorway design. Friends of Knockgraffon includes residents and landowners in the area around Knockgraffon, including Derryclooney, Masterstown, Knockillon &Loughrey​_ Clogherbreeda. We will all be affected by the proposed new routes for the N24. All are welcome!

LOTTO

LOTTO results from Saturday November 6 No’s 1, 14, 19, 29 NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Vincent Peters, Pat O’Dwyer, Catherine & David Kelly, Denis Ryan Jr. to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Sat Dec 4. Sellers: Colm Heaney, Sandra English, Michael Purcell X 2 to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Sat, Dec 4. This week’s Jackpot is €12,400. Congratulations to monthly draw winners of €500, Tom & Paddy Barrett, Cahir and seller, Michael Purcell who receives €100.

NEW INN KNOCKGRAFFON COMMUNITY GAMES

Congratulations to brothers Sean & Conor Hayes, Hymenstown and Sarah Stafford, Boytonrath who represented New Inn Knockgraffon Area at the Community Games County finals recently. Sean won gold in the U16 Butterfly and now goes through to represent Tipperary in the Nationals. Conor won Silver in the U14 Backstroke and Sarah won bronze in the U12 Breaststroke.

BASKETBALL NEWS

Congratulations to Conor Hennessy, Knockgraffon on his selection for the extended Irish u18 Basketball panel. Conor will go through another trial at the end of November. Conor is the only player selected from the Southeast division. Best of luck in the next stage.

SPOOKFEST 2021 – RESULTS

Overall winner in our scarecrow competition is “DJ spook in da house” by Damian & Deirdre O’Dwyer & family.

Runners up in our scarecrow competition is “Croke Park change of venue Rockwell Rovers” by Brian & Jayne McConnon & family.

3rd place winners is “pirate ship by Martin & Sinead Boland & family

4th place winners is “Witches Hut” by Richie & Sheila Loughnane.

5th place winner is the “story of MacBeth” by Tina Kearney.

On behalf of the New Inn Festival Committee, thanks to everyone involved in organising New Inn Spookfest 2021 including all committees and all involved in preparing scarecrows and judges etc. Special thanks to Anita and congrats to all involved across all age groups. It was a great success. There were different categories, and the following are the results!!

 

Clubs: We only had 2 winners: 1st prize- New inn women’s group, 2nd prize – New Inn tidy towns. Funny category: 1st prize – In the doghouse, 2nd – 2 johnnies staycation -Nicola Ryan, 3rd – Mr. Bean – Isobel Moore, 4th – Witch going to the ball – Mary Shanahan, 5th – Handy pots – Louise Foran

 

 

Family Group: 1st Prize Wally the Walrus – Kevin, Aoife, Caoimhe & Maeve Hally,2nd Prize Squid Games – Durkans, Quinn & Flynn families, 3rd Prize Kim Jong – un – Barry & Aine Maher and kids, 4th Prize – Sponge bob & dead people by Stephanie & Samantha O’ Halloran & family, 5th Prize – Fr. Ted by Sharon, James, Luke O’Dwyer

 

Frontline Hero’s: 1st Prize: Frontline Hero’s by Mary Cummins, 2nd Prize: Pumpkin Surgeons by Caroline Halloran, 3rd Prize: Frontline Skeleton by Liam & Maurita McCoy

 

Fairy-tale/ Cartoon Category: 1st prize Gruffalo by Jimmy & Essie O’Farrell, 2nd Prize Stickman by Amy Quirke, 3rd Prize Siren Head by Grainne & Tom Tierney

4th prize Spider-Man by Dan, Siobhan, Tim & Adam Cronin, 5th prize Red Riding Hood by Collette Moloney

 

Children’s Section: 1st prize Ed Shearan by Emily, Margaret & Matthew McGrath

2nd Prize Knight Rider by Conor, Emily, Tom Mason ,3rd Prize Ghost Buster by Will, Conor, Eliza Hogan, 4th Prize Scarecrow working from home by Oisin & Saoirse McGivern 5th Prize Minion by Finn, Oran, Cian Shortall, 6th Prize Uncle Fester by Charlie Guthrie, 7th Prize Paw Patrol by Roisin and Judith Shortall

All children will receive a trophy and a voucher for Marhill open farm. Well done to all the children.

 

Most used natural materials: 1st prize- Dragon which was all hand made by Catherine and Theo Philips Knockgraffon. 2nd Prize Going Green by Dan & Edel Newman, 3rd Prize Frankenstein by Tara & Fran Stafford, 4th Prize Garranlee Ghost by Paul & Brenda Lonergan, 5th Prize Garden of Doom by Dinny & Elaine Browne, 6th Gardener with Wheelbarrow by Denise Moloney

And finally, there are 6 winners and one overall, so 6th prize goes to the invisible man by Colm & Sinead Heaney, 5th prize goes to the story of Macbeth by Tina Kearney, 4th prize goes to the witch’s hut by Richie & Sheila Loughnan, 3rd prize goes to the pirate Ship by Martin & Sinead Boland, 2nd Prize goes to Garth Brooks by Brian & Jayne McConnon

And overall winner for this year is DJ Spook in da House. Well done to Damian & Deirdre O’Dwyer, it was just fantastic in the village, it always had a crowd around it and there was plenty of photos taken of it. It was well displayed at night-time especially with Damian lighting it up and playing some tunes only wishing he could DJ himself. Well done everyone, Anita will be in contact with winners to hand out prizes over the next week.A big thank to Little Treasures Crèche New Inn & Dundrum for sponsoring the prizes for the Spookfest 2021. To see more scary pictures check out New Inn festival Facebook page

BUZZ LIGHTYEAR FROM MIZEN HEAD TO MALIN HEAD

Peter Falvey (XL) a local man from Ballinure, and works in Daltons, Cahir.  He is fundraising for Laura Lynn Hospice for children with life limiting conditions and Scoil Aonghusa Special school, Cashel, Co Tipperary. He is travelling from Mizen Head to Malin Head dressed as Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story on a pink moped motorbike. Please support https://gofund.me/dfcd79e9. We wish him the very best of luck, good weather and safe journey.

 

IN MEMORY OF MARY O’ROURKE, MINNIE MURPHY, SIOBHAIN O’BRIEN & BRENDAN MORRISSEY

A Memorial Darts evening in memory of the above was held in Barron’s pub, New Inn on Saturday, November 6. This has become an annual event with a Memorial Cup in memory of those who died suddenly. This year the proceeds will go towards two defibrillators for New Inn boys’ school and Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal.  There were over 26 entries and the winner on the night was Francis Sage, Templemore and runner up was John O’Dwyer, Boytonrath. Thanks to the following: Mary Frances Barron for the use of her premises, Paul Lonergan who helped run the dart tournament and the children’s dart tournament earlier in the day. Well done to Harry Stafford and Lauren Lonergan, winners of children’s darts. A big thanks to Noreen & Pakie Fitzgerald, Marlhill Open Farm for supplying food on the night and both primary schools for helping to sell raffle tickets and organise spot prizes. Approx. €2600 has been raised. Well done to all involved. Both Paul Kirwan and Pat O’Rourke must be applauded for their sterling work throughout the years with the help and support of their families and friends.

GAA NEWS

Well done to our Senior footballers who defeated Eire Og Annacarty in Dundrum last Sunday, November 7 in Dundrum in the semi-final of the Tom Cusack Cup. They will now meet Aherlow in the final of the Tom Cusack in two weeks from now. This will be our first ever Co Senior Football Final. One year after coming up from Intermediate football to reach the B final at Seniors is some achievement for a club of our size. It was also great to see that our supporters are back and thanks to the massive support we had last Sunday. Rockwell Rovers abu, one club, one parish.

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

Is extended to Mary Flynn & family, Fr Meehan Crescent, New Inn on the sad passing of her daughter in law Eileen Flynn, Southampton, England. Heartfelt sympathies to her husband John and their children Julie, Steven and Michelle and their partners and children/ grandchildren. Thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time.

Sincere sympathies are also extended to Phil & Jean Ryan & family, Outrath on the passing of Jean’s mother Mary Gleeson, late of Clash, Toomevara. Predeceased by her husband Terry, son John and sister Peg Hogan. Deeply regretted by all her family, relatives, neighbours, and friends.

NEW INN TENNIS CLUB

New Inn Tennis Club are proud to acknowledge and congratulate one of its stalwart members; Eileen Hally on her selection to represent Munster in the Senior Interprovincials held in Belfast recently. The club will hold its annual Lena Rice Tournament from Monday November 1 to Sunday November 7 (inclusive). This year brings the highest number of entries from surrounding clubs, many thanks to Larkspur and Kilfeacle for the use of their courts.

 

BEST OF LUCK

to our senior players who are playing Eire Og Annacarthy in the semi final of the Tom Cusack cup this Sunday, November 7 at 2pm in Dundrum. Your support is much appreciated.

 

MEMORIAL DARTS TOURNAMENT

in Barron’s pub, New Inn this Saturday 6 November. Proceeds to go towards two defibrillators for both National schools. Registration is at 8pm. Teams can be booked online through Barrons Darts Facebook page or text Paul on 087 2955071. There will be a raffle on the night and anyone who wants to donate a spot prize, please contact Paul on 086 0604473 or Pat on 086 3778696 as everything helps.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

New Inn community centre are organising a fundraising clothes collection on the following Fridays & Saturdays i.e., 12th & 13th November and 19th & 20th November from 6pm to 7pm. For more info or to arrange a collection (if above dates don’t suit) please contact Esther on 086 3583719 or Paddy on 086 8602979. Thank you for your support and taking the time and effort to support our fundraising drive.

 

PUBLIC MEETING on N24 ROAD REALIGNMENT

On Monday November 15 at 8pm at Knockgraffon schoolhouse. This is organised by Friends of Knockgraffon. Consulting Engineer Brian Loughrey will address the meeting on issues influencing the selection of proposed routes. Brian has extensive knowledge on motorway design. Friends of Knockgraffon includes residents and landowners in the area around Knockgraffon, including Derryclooney, Masterstown, Knockillon & Clogherbreeda. We will all be affected by the proposed new routes for the N24. All are welcome!

 

SPOOKFEST

Our Zombie walk and Olympics were cancelled due to the inclement weather last weekend. There was a zombie drive through instead. This was up in the Gaa field where the children stayed in the car, and they all received a goodie bag and some freshly cooked buns. The “pig on the spit” was a great success on Saturday evening. A big thank you to all who supported it and to Eddie Golden who did a fantastic job keeping us all entertained along with Fr Bobby who sang some lovely Elvis songs. The winners of the Spookfest competition will be announced during the week and results put up on Facebook. A big thank you to all on the New Inn festival committee and special thanks to Anita, Martina, Mary, Paddy, Kevin, John, Esther & Eileen who did trojan work getting the events organised.

LOTTO

results this Saturday October 30, No’s 8, 11, 23, 27. NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: David Byrne, Gavin Ryan, Sean Horan, Dick Leonard to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday November 6. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers, Tommy Flynn, Kevin Barron, Ollie’s Bar to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, November 6. This week’s Jackpot is €12,200.

 

MONTH’S MIND

Month’s mind mass for Margaret Hallinan (nee Barrett), Cahir in Knockgraffon at 9.30am on Sunday November 7. For any anniversary masses, christenings, or weddings, please contact Fr Bobby on 086 192 7455.

 

SINCERE SYMPATHY

Is extended to Jason & Louise Matthia & family, Masterstown, New Inn on the passing of Jason’s mother Derry Matthia. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time. May she rest in peace.Booby

SPOOKFEST

Great photos from our Spookfest are now up on our Facebook page or better still, call to New Inn village to visit them in person. There is still time to get your Scarecrows up and enter our competition for next weekend. Ring or text Anita on 087 6505889 for entry.

On Saturday 30 October, we are doing “a pig on a spit” with live music from 8pm till late. This will be at the back of Barrons pub, there will be a marquee, covid certs will be looked for. Tickets are on sale for this and can be bought from Kevin Barron, Martina Durkin or call to the Shop in New Inn. Then on the Sunday from 4 pm onwards, there will be the Zombie walk, starting up at the Gaa field, the parade will go around the village, back up to the Gaa field where we will have the spooky Olympics for Kids. So, this year we must make this one the biggest yet for everybody. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page, Spookfest, for further updates. If anyone needs more information, please contact Anita on 087 6505889.

MEMORIAL DARTS TOURNAMENT

in Barrons pub, New Inn on Saturday 6 November. Proceeds to go towards two defibrillators for both National schools. Registration is at 8pm. There will be a raffle on the night and anyone who wants to donate a spot prize, please contact Paul on 086 0604473 or Pat on 086 3778696 as everything helps.

 

MARLHILL OPEN FARM

Best of luck to Pakie & Noreen Fitzgerald & family as they welcome all to their newly opened Marlhill Open Farm. The farm is designed with a young family in mind. They have travelled extensively and visited many family destinations around Ireland and Wales and know what a family needs to have a fun day out!

It’s a place where you can relax and enjoy getting up close and personal with the animals or over having a cuppa in their brand-new café while the children burn off steam. It was great to call over to see the farm over the weekend. I came away with quail eggs for supper. This is a new enterprise and great to have in our parish.

 

CLOTHES COLLECTION

Now that evenings are getting longer it time to sort your wardrobes for winter and clear out unwanted clothes. New Inn community centre are organising a fundraising clothes collection on the following Fridays & Saturdays i.e., 12th & 13th November and 19th & 20th November from 6pm to 7pm. For more info or to arrange a collection (if above dates don’t suit) please contact Esther on 086 3583719 or Paddy on 086 8602979. Thank you for your support and taking the time and effort to support our fundraising drive.

 

GREEN SCHOOLS AWARDS 2021

New Inn Boys N.S was chosen as Regional Champions for the Green Schools Awards 2021. The school has been chosen as the number one school in Southern Ireland for the theme of water. This is a massive achievement for New Inn Boys N.S. and a sincere thanks goes to the Green School Committee of Jack McGonigle, Cathal Moore, Seán Mohally, Seamus Heenan, Padraig Ryan, Cormac Durkan and Green Schools Co-ordinators of Ms O’Donnell and Irene Fogarty. A huge amount of work and effort was put into the Green Schools application last year and it has really paid off. As a prize the school will receive a €750 voucher and a trophy from An Taisce.

LOTTO

results from Saturday October 23, No’s 1, 10, 13, 30. NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Paddy O’Connor, Daniel Reardon, Cora Hennessy, Tom & Paddy Barrett to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday November 6. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers x 2, Andy Hennessy, Michael Purcell to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, November 6. This week’s Jackpot is €12,000. Remember Lotto tickets can be purchased online (club force Rockwell Rovers), or at “The Shop”, Ollie’s bar or Barron’s pub, New Inn. Thank you for your continued support.

 

GAA NEWS

Well done to our Senior footballers who were out last weekend in the Tom Cusack Cup. They defeated Arravale Rovers in Dundrum last Saturday October 23. They will now meet either Aherlow Lattin or Eire Og Annacarty in the semifinals in two weeks from now.

SPOOKFEST

Our Spookfest is back. New Inn village is holding its annual Scarecrow competition from this Sunday, 17 of October. There are some very scary scarecrows up already. We’ll need as many scarecrows as possible lining our village and roads so we can get the village buzzing. We are calling all our families, groups of people, townlands, schools, players from teams, clubs etc. to get together and create a masterpiece of a scarecrow of any theme you wish.  Get the thinking caps on everyone!!  We are doing “a pig on a spit” with live music on Saturday the 30th of October and the Zombie walk and spooky Olympics for Kids on the Saturday from 4pm onwards. So, this year we must make this one the biggest yet for everybody. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page, Spookfest, for further updates. If anyone needs more information, please contact Anita on 087 6505889.

MEMORIAL DARTS TOURNAMENT

in Barrons pub, New Inn on Saturday 6 November. Proceeds to go towards two defibrillators for both National schools. Registration is at 8pm. There will be a raffle on the night and anyone who wants to donate a spot prize, please contact Paul on 086 0604473 or Pat on 086 3778696 as everything helps.

LOTTO

results from Saturday October 16, No’s 5, 12, 23, 31. NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Martin Boland, Elaine Browne, Jack Lyons, Sean Horan to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday, November 6. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers X 2, John Cooney, Kevin Barron to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday November 6. This week’s Jackpot is €11,800. Remember Lotto tickets can be purchased online (club force Rockwell Rovers), or at “The Shop”, Ollie’s bar or Barron’s pub, New Inn. Thank you for your continued support.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

Now that evenings are getting longer it is time to sort your wardrobes for winter and clear out unwanted clothes. New Inn community centre is organising a fundraising clothes collection on the following Fridays & Saturdays i.e., 12th & 13th November and 19th & 20th November from 6pm to 7pm. Please donate all your clean unwanted clothes, also bed linen, towels, curtains, shoes, bags, belts, and soft toys. Please donate only clean, dry rewearable clothing as we cannot accept wet, dirty, or damaged clothes. We cannot accept duvets or pillows. For more info or to arrange a collection (if above dates don’t suit) please contact Esther on 086 3583719 or Paddy on 086 8602979. Thank you for your support and taking the time and effort to support our fundraising drive.

MICHAEL HOGAN FESTIVAL OF FOOTBALL

Congratulations to our two juvenile U11 teams who won their tournament in Cahir and New Inn. A big thank you to Cahir, Fethard, Clonmel Og, Moyne Templetuohy, Ardfinnan and Rockwell Rovers who took part in the tournament in New Inn. Also, thanks to Barry O’Brien who represented the county and Conor English who coordinated the games in New Inn. Each club will receive a framed photo of their team.

SEMPLE STADIUM: FIELD OF LEGENDS

Semple Stadium: Field of Legends by Liam Ó Donnchú is out now! A richly illustrated history of the iconic venue from its opening in 1910 right up to now.   Available at your local bookshop or on our website https://obrien.ie/semple-stadium

 

Rockwell / Rosegreen Combo 

 

Congratulations to the Rockwell / Rosegreen combo team on winning the U15 B hurling West Final on Sunday, October 10 in Cappawhite.

Pictured here: Right at the back,  coach: John Costello

Back L to R: Liam Moloney, James Donnelly, William Coville, Andrew Tobin, Oisin Cummins, Paddy Coville (captain), David Bergin, Colin Bourke, Jamie Lawrence, Kieran Bergin, Aaron O’Dwyer, Ryan Corcoran, Cian O’Brien, Niall Tobin.

Front L to R: Jack Moloney, Shane Cummins, Conor Moloney Ryan, Ronan Barrett, David Flynn, Conor Hally, Thomas O’Connor, Patrick Fitzgerald.

In the very front, coach: Fergus English.

 

WEDDING 

 

Congratulations to Evan Moore & Jessica Suddaby who got married recently at St Bartholomew church, Knockgraffon and had their reception at Kilshane House, Tipperary. Evan is a son of Kevin & Dina Moore, Knockgraffon and Jessica is a daughter of Loubert & Midori Suddaby, Canada.  We wish the couple every happiness and health for the future.

  

SPOOKFEST

Our Spookfest is back. New Inn village is holding its annual Scarecrow competition from this Sunday, 17 of October. Registration from 2pm onwards in the Gaa field. We’ll need as many scarecrows as possible lining our village and roads so we can get the village buzzing. We are calling all our families, groups of people, townlands, schools, players from teams, clubs etc. to get together and create a masterpiece of a scarecrow of any theme you wish.  Get the thinking caps on everyone!!  We are doing “a pig on a spit” with live music on Saturday the 30th of October and the Zombie walk and spooky Olympics for Kids on the Saturday from 4pm onwards. So, this year we must make this one the biggest yet for everybody. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page, Spookfest, for further updates. If anyone needs more information, please contact Anita on 087 6505889.

 

LOTTO 

results from Saturday October 9, No’s 4, 9, 10, 17 – NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Tom & Conor Doherty, Jodi McMahon, Christy Clifford, Jim Kelly to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday November 6. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers, Colm Heaney, John Hally, Phill Ryan to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, November 6. This week’s Jackpot is €11,600. Remember Lotto tickets can be purchased online (club force Rockwell Rovers), or at “The Shop”, Ollie’s bar or Barron’s pub, New Inn. Thank you for your continued support.

CONFIRMATION 

A word of thanks to Fr Bobby and to all who helped our boys and girls make their confirmation last Friday 8 October in New Inn church. 28 boys from New Inn Boys school and 23 girls from Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal. (6th class and first years). It was a wonderful day for students and families in the parish.

 

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

First Holy Communion takes place this Saturday October 16 in New Inn church. There are two different times – the boys are making their Holy communion at 10.30am and the girls at 12.30. May the sun shine on this happy and holy day.

ANNIVERSARY MASSES

On Saturday, October 16, Marian Flynn Hayes, her dad Denis Flynn, and brother Frank Flynn at 7.30pm mass in New Inn Church. On Sunday, October 17, Mary English and deceased members of the English family, The Castle, Knockgraffon at 9.30am mass in Knockgraffon church.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

Now that evenings are getting longer it is time to sort your wardrobes for winter and clear out unwanted clothes. New Inn community centre is organising a fundraising clothes collection on the following Fridays & Saturdays i.e., 12th & 13th November and 19th & 20th November from 6pm to 7pm. Please donate all your clean unwanted clothes, also bed linen, towels, curtains, shoes, bags, belts, and soft toys. Please donate only clean, dry rewearable clothing as we cannot accept wet, dirty, or damaged clothes. We cannot accept duvets or pillows. For more info or to arrange a collection (if above dates don’t suit) please contact Esther on 086 3583719 or Paddy on 086 8602979. Thank you for your support and taking the time and effort to support our fundraising drive.

WEST FINAL WINNERS

Congratulations to the Rockwell / Rosegreen combo team on winning the U15 B hurling West Final on Sunday, October 10 in Cappawhite. It was a hard-fought game, final score 5-13 (28) to 6-8 (26) with a nail-biting finish to it. Hard luck to Sean Treacys. Well done to all the players and a big thank you to coaches John Costello and Fergus English. Thanks also to referee Fergal Horgan.

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

is extended to Brendan & Julia O’Neill and family, Outrath on the passing of Julia’s mum Maria Powell, Loughloher, Cahir. May she Rest in peace. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family at this sad time

 

 

ROCKWELL ROVERS -TIPP LADIES FOOTBALL SPECSAVERS U16 D PLATE COUNTY WINNERS 2021

At the very back coaches: Coaches: Kieran Durkan, Julie Hennessy, Fr Bobby Fletcher, Colm Heaney, Mary Collins and Tadhg Mohally

Back: L to R: Maeve Carroll, Nessa Moloney (Joint captain), Ciara Collins, Anna O Donoghue, Emily McNamara, Ava Harnett, Lucy Donnelly, Cara Hennessy, Sophie Doyle, Ciara Mohally, Kate Hennessy, Louisa McConnon

Front Row: L to R: Niamh Marnane (Joint captain), Ciara Fitzpatrick, Margaret McGrath, Freya McKenna, Grace O Dwyer, Katie Durkan, Ella Heaney, Maggie Blake, Lucy Mai Longworth.

 

A few pictures of Rockwell Rovers camogie club from The festival of camogie at Dr. Morris park last Sunday 3 October.

 

FR MATHEW PLAYERS

Are meeting up to discuss plans for the forthcoming season. Meeting on this Wednesday 6 October at 8pm in the New Inn Community Centre. Please come along for a bit of “brainstorming” if interested in going “on stage” or being part of the next Fr Mathew Players production. All are welcome!

 

TIPPERARY DRAW

Your Exciting New Tipp GAA Clubs Draw is now open with a Double Star Prize in the First draw this Friday October 8. Don’t miss out. Click the link here https://tipperary.gaa.ie/tipperary-gaa-clubs-draw/ to sign up or contact club draw coordinator PJ Moloney on 086 3904926 or your local promoter or call to Michael in the shop in New Inn. Thank you for your support

LOTTO

LOTTO results from Saturday September 25, No’s 7,11, 24 30. NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Lorraine Flanagan, David Byrne, Tony Monahan, Bridget Doherty to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday November 6. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers X 2, Mary Frances Barron, Tommy Flynn to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Sat, Nov 6. This week’s Jackpot is €11,400. Congratulations to September monthly draw winner of €500, Cathy Moloney and seller, Mary Frances Barron who receives €100. Remember Lotto tickets can be purchased online (club force Rockwell Rovers), or at “The Shop”, Ollie’s bar or Barron’s pub, New Inn. Thanks for your continued support.

 

LADIES GAELIC FOOTBALL CLUB

Even though we are into October our girls are all still very busy on the pitch. Our u6, u8 & u10 girls travelled to Clerihan last week and are looking forward to welcoming Moyle Rovers this weekend. Our two u12 teams are at the County Quarter Final stages and both teams are busy preparing for these matches. Our two u14 teams are looking forward to their County Finals this weekend and we are looking forward to two exhilarating matches. Venues and times of the same to be confirmed. We wish both teams and their coaches the very best of luck. Our u16 team had a phenomenal County Final win last Saturday in Sean Treacy Park against Fethard and surpassed all expectations. We would like to congratulate this dedicated team and their coaches and parents.
Our G4M&O is growing every week. Training continues every Monday night at 8.15pm. A recent trip to Pilltown for a blitz proved to be a great day out and thoroughly enjoyed by all who travelled.

 

CAMOGIE

It’s been a busy few weekends, our two u12 teams were county finalists over the last two weeks. Our blue and white team played 2 crackers of games in Clonoulty, and were beaten by a point to Burgess and our white team got beaten by 2 points. It was a tough day out for the girls, it left our blue team in a plate final which was played Friday night against Cahir in New Inn and unfortunately it was again not our night, but we couldn’t have asked anymore from them, fantastic bunch of girls We will continue to train away as u13s will start in next week or two. Our u15s first league match takes place now Tuesday night and will play out over next few weeks. Our u8s and u10s took part in Festival of Camogie, organised by County development and what a day we had, everyone went home smiling from ear to ear after some Camogie played on the day. Huge thanks to all the parents that travelled and supported us on the day. We congratulate all our dual players that had football finals last weekend. Well done to you all for getting to these stages and especially our own girls for a fine win last Sunday.

 

ROCKWELL ROVERS GAA CLUB

It’s been another busy weekend for Rockwell Rovers Juvenile & Senior Club. Well done to our two U13 teams on winning their respective West finals during the week. Well done to all the players & coaches. Also, our U19 football team won their West semi-final last Wednesday and will meet the winners of Galtee Rovers v Cappawhite Gaels in the final. Hard luck to our Rockwell/ Rosegreen U17 hurlers who were in County quarter finals against Drom inch on Sat 2 Oct at The Ragg. Final score 5-16 to 5-9. It was a hard-fought battle and at one stage they were level (just after the last water break 2-12 to 4-6). A big thank you to all the players and mentors Matt Geraghty, Liam Fahey, Enda Brady, and Robbie O’Donnell. Hard luck to our Senior Footballers who were defeated by Loughmore/Castleiney last Saturday in Holycross in the FBD Insurance County Football championship.

TIPPERARY DRAW

Your Exciting New Tipp GAA Clubs Draw is now open with a Double Star Prize in the First draw this Friday October 1st.  Don’t miss out.  Click the link here https://tipperary.gaa.ie/tipperary-gaa-clubs-draw/ to sign up or contact club draw coordinator PJ Moloney on 086 3904926 or your local promoter or call to Michael in the shop in New Inn. Thank you for your support

SPOOKFEST

Our Spookfest is back. New Inn village is holding its annual Scarecrow competition from Sunday 10th of October. We’ll need as many scarecrows as possible lining our village and roads so we can get the village buzzing. We are calling all our families, groups of people, townlands, schools, players from teams, clubs etc. to get together and create a masterpiece of a scarecrow of any theme you wish.  Get the thinking caps on everyone!!  We are doing a pig on a spit with live music on Saturday the 30th of October and the Zombie walk and spooky Olympics for Kids on the Saturday from 4pm onwards. So, this year we must make this one the biggest yet for everybody. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page, Spookfest, for further updates. If anyone needs more information, please contact Anita on 087 6505889.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday September 25, No’s 2, 10, 29, 31 NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Annette Carroll, Sean Gleeson, Kildorrery, Eileen Peters, PJ & Mary Hanly to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday October 2. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers, Michael Purcell, Jim Joe Dudley, Sandra English to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, October 2. This week’s Jackpot is €11,200. Thanks for your continued support. Remember Lotto tickets can be purchased online (club force Rockwell Rovers), or at “The Shop”, Ollie’s bar or Barron’s pub, New Inn. Thanks for your continued support.

NEW INN / ROSEGREEN BASKETBALL CLUB

The new season has started. Coaching takes place every Tuesday in Rockwell College Sports Hall. Boys & Girls aged 7 – 10yrs from 7pm – 8pm and 11 – 13yrs from 8pm – 9pm. There are a limited number of places available. For further information contact 087 1270730.

CLOTHES COLLECTION

New inn community centre are organising a fundraising clothes collection in early November. Now that evenings are getting longer it time to sort your wardrobes for winter and clear out unwanted clothes. More details in coming weeks contact Esther on 086 3583719 or any member of the NICC.  Thank you all

COFFEE MORNING

A coffee morning will be held in Templeneiry Church, Bansha this Sunday October 3 from 9.30am to 1pm. All proceeds go to South Tipperary Hospice. Please join us for a cuppa, raffle, and a chat.  All are welcome. Your support would be much appreciated!

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

Sincere sympathy is extended to Lar & Marie Donnelly & family on the passing of Lar’s cousin Nellie Stapelton, Killenaule. Predeceased by her husband, David, her funeral mass was in Killenaule and burial in New Inn cemetery last Sunday. May she rest in peace.  Ar dheis de go raibh a anam dilis.

SPOOKFEST

Our Spookfest is back. New Inn village is holding its annual Scarecrow competition from the 11th of October. We will be setting out challenges for every family, household, business, and organization to take part in our 2021 competition. This will lift the mood & spirits of everyone during the winter months plus we all have a bit of craic through Facebook and other media. We are doing a pig on a spit with live music on Saturday the 30th of October and the Zombie walk and spooky Olympics for Kids on the Saturday from 4pm onwards. So, this year we must make this one the biggest yet for everybody. We’ll need as many scarecrows as possible lining our village and roads so we can get the village buzzing. We are calling all our families, groups of people, townlands, schools, players from teams, clubs etc. to get together and create a masterpiece of a scarecrow of any theme you wish. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page, Spookfest, for further updates. If anyone needs more information, please contact Anita on 087 6505889. Get the thinking caps on everyone!!

LOTTO

results from Saturday September 18, No’s 1, 18, 24, 28. NO WINNER (s) Lucky Dips x 4: Sue Harnett, Martin Boland, Yvonne Lonergan, Taylor & Pauline Ryan to be entered into a monthly draw for €500 on Saturday October 2. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers X 2, PJ Moloney, Sandra English to be entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, October 2. This week’s Jackpot is €11,000. Remember Lotto tickets can be purchased online (club force Rockwell Rovers), or at “The Shop”, Ollie’s bar or Barron’s pub, New Inn. Thanks for your continued support.

NEW INN / ROSEGREEN BASKETBALL CLUB

The new season has started. Coaching takes place every Tuesday in Rockwell College Sports Hall. Boys & Girls aged 7 – 10yrs from 7pm – 8pm and 11 – 13yrs from 8pm – 9pm. There are a limited number of places available. For further information contact 087 1270730.

TIPPERARY DRAW

Your Exciting New Tipp GAA Clubs Draw is now open with a Double Star Prize in the 1st draw on Fri October 1st. Win a RACEHORSE and a RENAULT CAR in ONE SUPER PRIZE! Car & Cash prizes every month.  €500k in prizes to be won. Only €100 to enter.  Signing up also gives at least €50 in funds back to our club Rockwell Rovers! Don’t miss out.  Click the link here https://tipperary.gaa.ie/tipperary-gaa-clubs-draw/ to sign up or contact club draw coordinator PJ Moloney on 086 3904926 or your local promoter. Thank you for your support

CONFIRMATION DATE

After guidelines received from the Bishops Office, the Sacrament of Confirmation for the current 6^th class and last year’s 6^th class boys & girls will now take place on Friday October 8^th and Fr Bobby will lead the ceremony. The boys’ school will receive their confirmation first at 10:30am followed by the girls’ school at 12:30pm. We wish all the children and their families the very best of luck and blessing on this special day.

COMMUNION DATE

Communion will take place on Saturday October 16th at 12:30pm. We have been advised by Fr Bobby that nine people with each child may attend the ceremony. All adults will be required to wear a mask at all times inside the church and use the hand sanitiser available. First Confession for the children will take place during school hours on September 23rd (12pm).

ANNIVERSARY MASS

Anniversary mass for Douglas Butler this Saturday night at 7.30pm, at New Inn church.

ALDI COMMUNITY GAMES

Congratulations to Holly McNamara, Springfield who won bronze in the U10 girls 100m sprint representing New Inn Knockgraffon at the Regional (Munster) finals which took place in CIT, Cork on Saturday 18th September. We are all very proud of Holly, a great credit to her parents and parish