Author Archives: George

Tipperary Remember Contribution To Australian WW1 War Efforts

Posted on August 18, 2014 by George

More than 340 men and one woman from here in Co. Tipperary enlisted in the Australian forces during the First World War. Of those who enlisted; 45 were killed or died as a result of their service. An event to … Continue reading →

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Save Valuable Vacation Time – Make Your Central Base Tipperary

Posted on August 17, 2014 by George

Some 27 close-knit members of the ‘Kenny Clan,’ led by George Kenny and his wife Sandy, visited Thurles for some six days last week; all part of their summer vacation and ongoing research into their roots. Gathered from all over … Continue reading →

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Tipperary Represented At Milwaukee Irish Fest

Posted on August 8, 2014 by George

An all-island tourism delegation from counties Tipperary, Armagh, Clare and Dublin, latter areas with strong connections to the only undisputed High King of Ireland, Brian Ború, will embark on a promotional drive in the United States next week. Coinciding with … Continue reading →

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New History Publication From Tipperary Authur Tom Burnell

Posted on August 2, 2014 by George

“To all of the fallen in their silence we offer our own silence, without judgement, and with respect for their ideals, as they knew them, and for the humanity they expressed towards each other.” (Extract from the speech by Irish … Continue reading →

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International Miss Macra Festival 2014

Posted on July 21, 2014 by George

International Miss Macra Festival 2014 Miss Eiblish Maher (International Miss Macra Festival PRO) Reports. As the 2014 August bank holiday draws ever closer, we find ourselves glimpsing the last remnants of our Irish Summer. That agreed, there now remains that … Continue reading →

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