Special Wedding Anniversaries for the Howard Family

Joe and Francis Howard Lyre who were married on the 30th September 1954 with Donie and Mary Howard who were married on the 30th September 1982.  We thank Donie for sharing this splendid picture.  Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)
Joe and Francis Howard of Lyre who were married on the 30th September 1954 with Donie and Mary Howard who were married on the 30th September 1982.  Sincere congratulations to All.  We thank Donie for sharing this splendid picture of such a very special Wedding Anniversary occasion. Click on the image to enlarge.   (S.R.)

Upbeat On Air

Alan Shortt is one of the presenters on the new pop up radio station “Upbeat On Air” which will broadcast during Mental Health Week 2014 October 6th – 10th. Alan will present with Teresa Lowe from 7-10am.


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Death Notice: Dick Tarrant, formerly of Coole

TARRANT (Coachford and late of Coole, Millstreet): On September 29, 2014, unexpectedly, at his residence, RICHARD (DICK). Deeply regretted by his loving wife Julia (nee Murphy) and loving father of Margaret (Byrne), John, Tom, Richard and Donal, son-in-law David, daughters-in-law Evelyn (Buckley), Brenda (O’Brien) and Christine (Barrett), sister Peggy (O’keeffe), sisters-in- law Nora, Noreen and Margaret, brother-in-law Joe, his fourteen grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends and neighbours. Predeceased by his brothers Nicholas, Seanie, and Patsy, sisters Mary and Kitty. Rest in Peace.
Lying in repose at St Patrick’s Church, Coachford on this Tuesday evening from 5.30pm to 8.30pm followed by prayers. Requiem Mass on tomorrow, Wednesday, at 1pm and burial afterwards in St John’s Cemetery, Coachford. House private by request please.

Wonderfully Successful Trad for Trócaire at Millstreet Community School

On Friday, 26th Sept. 2014 a very successful Trad for Trócaire event was held in Millstreet Community featuring many of the supremely talented students.  Chaplain John Magee informs me that €375 was raised for Trócaire at the event - thanks to the generosity of all those attended.  Click on the image to enlarge.  (S.R.)
On Friday, 26th Sept. 2014 a very successful Trad for Trócaire event was held in Millstreet Community School featuring many of the supremely talented Students plus visiting Guests. Chaplain John Magee informs us that €375.00 was raised for Trócaire at the event – thanks to the generosity of all those attending. Click on the image to enlarge.    (S.R.)

Trad for Trócaire in the Community School on Friday night last, Sept 26th (photo Geraldine Dennehy)
Trad for Trócaire in the Community School on Friday night last, Sept 26th (photo Geraldine Dennehy)