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Glen of Aherlow Tipperary

The Glen of Aherlow (Irish: Gleann Eatharlaí,) is a picturesque valley nestling between Slievenamuck and the Galtee Mountains in the western part of South Tipperary in Ireland. The principal village, in this most beautiful of visual landscapes, is Lisvernane. Other … Continue reading

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Sarsfields GAA To Spearhead The Gathering In Thurles

IPB Insurance, in association with North Tipp County Council and Thurles Sarsfields International Hurling Festival, will lead the way for “The Gathering 2013,” here in Thurles on July 12th to 14th next. Welcome Home And Enjoy Thurles, Co Tipperary. The … Continue reading

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Huge Attendance For Pilgrim Trails Book Launch

The latest publication, penned by Tipperary author John G. O’Dwyer, entitled “Pilgrim Paths in Ireland,” was launched last night in the Watermill, Thurles, before an overflow attendance representing hill-walkers, community organization and friends of the author from across County Tipperary … Continue reading

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St Mary’s Church Thurles Tipperary – Carols By Candlelight

Come they told me, pa rum pum pum pum A new born King to see, pa rum pum pum pum The annual ecumenical service “Carols by Candlelight,” will take place in St Mary’s Church, Thurles, Co Tipperary on Friday next … Continue reading

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Best Shop Front Thurles Finalist De Búrca’s Pub

It comes as no great surprise to many tourists & Thurles residents that De Búrca’s Pub, positioned in Cathedral Street, Thurles, Co Tipperary, has been chosen as one of the finalist, in this years ‘Best Presented Shop Front Award 2012.’ … Continue reading

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