28 May 2025
Bridge Notes
Borrisoleigh Cycling
Borrisoleigh Historical Society
Our Society is rejoicing in the very successful hosting of events last Friday.
The first event took place in our Church at 7pm. This very special ceremony was conducted by Fr. Hennessy with the Choir’s participation and Joe Small in attendance. Needless to say, the central part of this ceremony was the blessing of the bell shrine which would not be in the Church but for Joe Small.
The second event took place in the magnificent GAA Sport Complex at 8pm. This was a splendid example of how organisations can combine for the good of the wider community. Here Jamie Groome gave an excellent lecture on the Bell Shrine.
Finally, the official launch of “For the honour and glory of the Little Village” was conducted by former Irish Ambassador Joe Small, who won an all-Ireland minor Medal with Tipperary seventy golden years ago. This was followed by significant presentations and entertainment culminating with quality refreshments.
We thank everyone who made this event such a memorable occasion.
The highlights of the evening have been captured by none other than genial photographer Tom Doherty. Film director, Maggie Bourke has recorded everything. There is a limited supply of copies of above project still available and Parishioners would by advised to purchase as soon as possible.
Parish News
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGE 2025
The Cashel & Emly 3 day Pilgrimage will take place on Mon 23rd – Wed 25th June. For more info and booking please contact any of the following.
Bridget O Dea – Loughmore: 086 6792754
Fr. Martin Murphy – Drom: 086 3868877
Donald Kennedy – Killenaule: 052 9156482
Fr Joe Tynan – Knocklong: 087 2225445
Ann Hayes – Clonoulty: 087 9766520
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
“Doubt may knock on the door, but faith is the one that answers.”
Request for old photos of Bishop Quinlan Park
Borrisoleigh Historical Society are looking for photos of Borrisoleigh Hurling field. They want to track the development of the field from its first days of use, to the fantastic facilities we now have. Any photos of the field at and stage in its history would be gratefully received, but photos from its early years would be most prized. If you have any, please contact Michael Ryan Main Street, Timmy Delaney or Michael Delaney. Míle buíochas.
Marian Hall
Knitting and Crochet Group
The Knitting and Crochet Group meets on Wednesday from 10am to 11.30am in the Community Centre. New members welcome. For queries please contact Mary at 0863098982
Eucharistic Adoration
Adult Set Dancing Classes
Borris-Ileigh GAA History Book
A book is currently being compiled about the history of GAA and Scór in Borrisoleigh. We are looking for names and photos if possible of :
Set Dancers: 1978, 1979, 1980, 2001 and 2008 sets ( they all won the North Final).
Ballad Groups: 1984 and 1985 North Final Winners.
Novelty Act: 2018 (County Final Winners).
You can contact this page directly or contact Carol Kinnane 086 371 2952
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Hi all,
I’ve been tasked with compiling and writing a history of GAA activity in the primary schools, e.g. North Finals/ County Finals, Primary Game, INTO mini sevens etc.
The more recent history is fairly well documented, however older records are sparse. I don’t want to leave anyone out!
If you are aware of any noteworthy GAA related facts from 1987 to present in relation to Fantane NS, St Theresa’s GNS, St Patrick BNS or Scoil Naomh Cualán please get in contact with me at scoilnaomhcualan@gmail.com. Or you can drop photos, newspaper cuttings etc. into the school and I’ll photocopy or scan what’s needed.
I’m looking for photos of teams, photos of Primary Game representatives, write ups from finals, coaches that were involved over the years, pupils who went on to represent Tipperary in the various codes, GAA quiz winners etc.
Many thanks for your help,
Michael Small
Pic of the Past
Ryan Family of Garranagrena – Confirmation Day
Kathleen, Andrew, Donal (Snr.) Maureen and Donal (Jnr.)
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