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Outrage as local councillor says Tipperary river is 'practically dead'
The River Suir in Thurles Cllr Jim Ryan spoke about the condition of the River Suir in Thurles at the most recent meeting of the Tipperary County Council The River Suir in Thurles is “practically dead” according to one local councillor. Speaking at the meeting of the Tipperary County Council last week, Cllr Jim Ryan spoke on the condition of the Suir flowing through Thurles, stating that drastic action needs to be taken quickly to reverse the condition the river is heading in.
LATEST: Popular Tipperary store to close for final time today
Mr Price in Tipperary Town will close for the final time today The Mr Price store in Tipperary Town will shut its doors for the final time this evening. The store announced last month that it would cease trading following closing time on October 15. Read More Thank you for signing up! Did you know you can manage your profile, and explore all of the available newsletters from Ireland Live within your account. Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting...
The 2 Johnnies star opens up about problems he faced with fertility
Johnny 'Smacks' McMahon and Johnny B O'Brien Johnny Smacks spoke with Oliver Callan on RTÉ Radio 1 about the issues he and his wife ran into when they first wanted to have a child Johnny Smacks opened up recently about the problems he faced regarding conception. The 2 Johnnies star shared his feelings with Oliver Callan on RTÉ Radio 1, where he discussed the stigma surrounding conception, and the difficulty men face around raising the issue.
LATEST: Major update issued following recent flooding in Tipperary
Skip to main content Published 29th Sep 2026, 10:33 BST Cllr Jim Ryan has addressed flooding that occurred recently in Thurles A local councillor has been in contact with a council engineer regarding major flooding that occurred in Thurles in recent days. Cllr Jim Ryan posted on social media saying that he has spoken with a council engineer regarding flooding that occurred in both the Cabragh Court and Oakfield Drive housing estates.
LATEST: Major update issued following recent flooding in Tipperary
Cllr Jim Ryan has addressed flooding that occurred recently in Thurles A local councillor has been in contact with a council engineer regarding major flooding that occurred in Thurles in recent days. Cllr Jim Ryan posted on social media saying that he has spoken with a council engineer regarding flooding that occurred in both the Cabragh Court and Oakfield Drive housing estates.
LATEST: Work begins on Tipperary skatepark after over two years of closure
Refurbishment work has begun on the Thurles skatepark Refurbishment works on the skate park in Thurles have commenced this week. Confirmation of the works came during this month’s meeting of the Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council. The skatepark in the Thurles town park has been closed for at least two years, to the dismay of skaters in the town.
LATEST: Work begins on Tipperary skatepark after over two years of closure
Skip to main content Published 24th Sep 2026, 15:43 BST Refurbishment work has begun on the Thurles skatepark Refurbishment works on the skate park in Thurles have commenced this week. Confirmation of the works came during this month’s meeting of the Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council. Read More Thank you for signing up! Did you know you can manage your profile, and explore all of the available newsletters from Ireland Live within your account.
'It was time to go' Owner of popular Tipperary restaurant explains closure
Thurles restaurant Ryan's Daughter has closed after 50 years in business. The restaurant, located on O'Donovan Rossa Street, has been serving the town for five decades, and has been a popular choice for food lovers throughout that time. READ MORE: Tipperary community comes out in large numbers to support the Dawn Walk event Posting on Facebook, Tipperary author John G O'Dwyer lamented the loss of the restaurant, commenting on how it will be a great loss for Thurles.
Retired post office workers protest in Tipperary over pension issues
Retired post office workers gathered outside the post office in Thurles Shopping last Friday in protest of their current pension arrangements. Organised by Post Office Pensioners United, the protests are ongoing nationwide. READ MORE: IN PICTURES: Tipperary protest calls for sulky racing ban on public roads Outrage among the group comes from the rate increases the workers were once promised, which they say are not being adhered to.
Former Tipperary TD appointed to new role with National Milk Agency
Former Tipperary TD Jackie Cahill has been appointed Chairperson of the National Milk Agency. Mr Cahill was appointed to the role by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD. READ MORE: REVEALED: Prices for some Ryder Cup accommodation in Tipperary exceed €80,000 Minister Heydon stated: “I thank the outgoing Chairperson, Denis Murphy for his dedication and commitment in overseeing and guiding the NMA.
REVEALED: Prices for some Ryder Cup accommodation in Tipperary exceed €80,000
Ryder Cup fever is set to captivate the people of Ireland in 2027, as Europe and the USA’s finest golfers are due to tee off on September 17 next year in Adare, Co Limerick. Europe are coming into the competition as the defending champions, and will be looking to make it a third successive victory over the USA, adding to their previous two wins in Farmingdale and Lazio.
Tipperary-based artist releases second single to rave reviews
Holycross-based artist First Class Rebel has released his second single, ‘Alive’. Fresh off the success of his debut single ‘Shadows Fade’, Cork native Ian Burke has launched his second solo song, to rave reviews. READ MORE: 'I thought it was a prank at first,' Tipperary couple win HUGE cash prize Speaking on the release of the song, Ian told the Tipperary Star about how the song is all about letting go of old ways and embracing a major change in life.
Local Tipperary Tidy Towns group to host 2026 AGM this month
Refresh Thurles Tidy Towns will hold the group’s Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, February 18. The AGM will begin at 7:30pm, and will take place in the Anner Hotel.
Tipperary country music star set to appear on long-running TG4 show
Dee Morrissey may come from a family steeped in music for generations, but she is ploughing her own furrow, driven by a determination to just “be myself”. Dee, from Bansha, south Tipperary, is getting ready to take the next step in her Country Music career when she appears on TG4’s long-running, hit show, Glór Tíre, on Tuesday, February 17, at 9:30pm.
Concerns raised over Tipperary tenants treating houses 'like dumps'
Tenants in several social housing areas in Tipperary have been treating their homes like dumps, a County Councillor has said. The matter was raised by Cllr Shane Lee during the most recent meeting of the Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council.
ALERT: Weather warning issued for Tipperary as rainfall continues
A yellow weather warning remains in place over Tipperary, as rain continues to fall over the Premier County. At the time of writing, the warning will remain in effect until Friday, February 6, at 9am. READ MORE: Six of the best for McCarthy as UL set up all-Limerick Fitzgibbon Cup final showdown The increased rainfall across the county could potentially lead to flooding, warns Met Éireann.
New stage in Tipperary pub breathes new life into local music scene
Hickey’s pub in Thurles has recently undergone a major renovation. The project, undertaken by Stu Hill, has seen the indoor stage area completely revamped in order to better facilitate indoor gigs.
RIP: Tributes paid to former councillor who served community with 'heart and determination'
The Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council held a special meeting on Monday morning, January 26, in memory of the late Valerie Young. Valerie passed away on January 22, following a short illness. READ MORE: RIP: Tributes paid to late Tipperary woman who was 'valued member' of Lowry team Members of the Thurles MD gathered in Thurles to pay their respects to Valerie.
Calls made for more CCTV camera to combat illegal dumping in Tipperary
Calls have been made for more readily available CCTV cameras in Tipperary, in an attempt to combat littering and dumping. The issue was raised at the most recent meeting of the Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council by Cllr Sean Ryan. READ MORE: Tipperary councillors come to blows over issue with lights on local street Cllr Ryan raised the issue of dumping and the seriousness of the problem, calling for more CCTV cameras to be erected.
Tipperary pub to continue selling €5 Guinness despite Diageo price increases
Pub owners were hit with the news last week that Diageo, owners of Guinness, Carlsberg and Smitwicks, among other brands, are set to increase the prices of their products. The increase is the fifth raising of prices that the company has announced in the last three years. READ MORE: Tipperary councillors come to blows over issue with lights on local street Price increases include a 7% increase on Guinness, with a 10% increase in the cost of Guinness 0.0%.
PICTURE: Tipperary hiking group conquers famous Irish mountain
The Roscrea Trail Blazers recently reached the summit of Moylussa Pictured above are members of the Roscrea Trail Blazers on the summit of Moylussa, Co Clare. The group conquered the mountain as part of a very special 70th birthday celebration.
LATEST: Popular Tipperary music festival has almost sold out for 2026
The Liberty Music Festival has issued its latest update regarding ticket sales. At the time of writing, less than five weekend tickets remain for the Thurles festival, which takes place on Saturday and Sunday, July 4 and 5. READ MORE: RIP: Tipperary community mourns the passing of a well-known agri supplier who passed away recently The festival has also announced its individual day line-ups for next year’s edition.
Calls made for traffic calming measures in new Tipperary estate
A local councillor has raised the issue of what he considered to be the urgent matter of traffic calming measures in a new housing estate in Tipperary. Cllr Jim Ryan raised the matter during the recent meeting of the Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council held last Monday, December 15.
Almost 400 new housing unit developments set to arrive in Tipperary
Tipperary County Council was presented with an update on housing developments by housing services recently. The update was issued ahead of the most recent meeting of the Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council. READ MORE: LATEST: Uisce Éireann issues major update regarding Boil Water Notice in Tipperary According to the report, 37 units on the Dublin Road in Thurles have been approved, with the next stage of the process being tender for consultants.
Tipperary man seeks public help in naming Christmas carolers from 1954
Thurles native David Campbell has submitted the attached photo to the Tipperary Star, seeking the public’s assistance in identification. The photograph was taken in 1954 by his father, the late Eric Campbell. READ MORE: LATEST: Garda appeal for 2005 Toyota Yaris after young man killed in Tipperary crash It depicts members of Thurles Scouts Troop, together with relatives and friends, who toured the avenues, carol singing, to raise funds for the less privileged.
ALERT: More power cuts in Tipperary as Storm Bram makes its way through the country
Storm Bram continues to wreak havoc throughout Tipperary. The ESB has continued to report several major faults across Tipperary, amid the storm. READ MORE: Councillor opens up about his own journey as youth addiction figures spark concern A fault has been reported in Boherlahan, affecting 88 customers. It is expected to be repaired by 7:45pm this evening. 308 customers in the Clonoulty area are affected by cuts, with 7:45pm the expected repair time.
Tipperary actor stars in latest 'Knives Out' film alongside Daniel Craig
Nenagh actor Daryl McCormack stars in ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’, predicted to be one of Netflix's biggest films of 2025. ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ is the third film in the Knives Out series of mystery films, with the previous two films, ‘Knives Out’ and ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’ garnering critical acclaim.
HAVOC! Storm Bram rips through Tipperary with power outages and road closures
Storm Bram continues to wreak havoc throughout Tipperary. The ESB has continued to report several major faults across Tipperary, amid the storm. READ MORE: Tipperary actor stars in latest 'Knives Out' film alongside Daniel Craig 40 ESB customers along the Holycross Road have been affected since 11:15am this morning, with repairs now not expected to be finished until 5:30pm this evening.
Tipperary horse country experience welcomes first primary school tour
Fethard Horse Country Experience has announced the launch of its new Primary School tour programme, designed to connect young students with the rich equine heritage and history of their local area. On Friday, Sixth Class pupils from Rosegreen National School became the first group to take part in this educational experience.
Tipperary garage to showcase new electric Nissan electric vehicle early
Donal Ryan Car Sales in Nenagh has gotten its hands on the all-new Nissan Leaf a full two months before its official launch in Ireland. The all-new Leaf has a top range of up to 622 kilometres and the power to recover up to 420 kilometres after 30 minutes of DC fast-charging. READ MORE: BREAKING: Emergency services rushed to three car collision on major Tipperary road Donal Ryan Car Sales has secured exclusive access to the car on Thursday, December 4, and Friday, December 5.
Funding application submitted for safety improvements in local Tipperary village
Tipperary County Councillor Declan Burgess has confirmed that the council has applied for funding under the Low-Cost Safety Scheme to benefit Clonoulty village In a statement, Cllr Burgess said: "I am pleased to share that Tipperary County Council has submitted a funding application under the Low-Cost Safety Scheme for safety improvements outside the school and in the village centre.
'We've lost lives' - Tipperary Councillor speaks on importance of plans for new bypass
Tipperary County Councillor Jim Ryan has expressed his great elation with the news that plans for a Thurles bypass are to be included in the updated National Development Plan. The updated plan is due to be published on November 25.
The 2 Johnnies announce date for hotly anticipated Pints in a Field 4
After packing out St Anne’s Park earlier this year with 20,000 fans, The 2 Johnnies’ Pints in a Field returns by popular demand. Pints in a Field 4 will see fans pour into Dublin next year from all over the country to get involved in the mayhem, mischief and music that only The 2 Johnnies can deliver.
Tipperary Lions Club awarded grant of almost €30,000 to develop heritage trail
Thurles Lions Club has been successful in obtaining grant approval of €29,600 under the LEADER Programme towards its proposal to develop a Thurles Heritage Trail. The project, on completion, will see the installation of suitable signage at strategic locations around the town core that will present, highlight and interpret the history and heritage of the town.
Latitudinal variation in the constitutive and inducible defences of a canopy‐forming rocky intertidal seaweed
1 INTRODUCTION Herbivory can structure ecological communities by altering the biomass and diversity of plants and other primary producers (Duffy & Hay, 2000; Janzen, 1970; Lubchenco & Gaines, 1981).
LATEST: Approval given for major road works to take place in Tipperary
Cllr Jim Ryan has proposed a Notice of Motion to the Tipperary County Council seeking a raised pedestrian crossing to be installed on the Lognafulla Road in Thurles. Cllr Ryan believed this will be of great benefit to the town, allowing for cars to slow down as they come down the hill, while also giving pedestrians a chance to cross the road safely.
LATEST: Local councillor requests for crossing to be installed on busy Tipperary road
Cllr Jim Ryan has proposed a Notice of Motion to the Tipperary County Council seeking a raised pedestrian crossing to be installed on the Lognafulla Road in Thurles. Cllr Ryan believed this will be of great benefit to the town, allowing for cars to slow down as they come down the hill, while also giving pedestrians a chance to cross the road safely.
Thurles not fit to become strategic commuter town, says Tipperary Sinn Féin representative
Tipperary Sinn Féin Cathaoirleach Dan Harty has spoken out against the recent announcement from Irish Rail, planning on transforming Thurles into a strategic commuter town. Mr Harty believes that the knock-on effects these changes would have would result in a negative impact on Thurles and the surrounding areas.
TIPP ABÚ! Tipperary hurlers pay visit to former school with All-Ireland trophies
On Monday, Thurles CBS past and present pupils that were involved in Tipperary’s hurling successes this year were given a reception in the James O’Donoghue PE Hall. Thurles CBS says it was a great honour to have had nine players on the senior panel and eleven on the U20 panel as well as Ronan Maher being captain of the Tipperary senior team.
Tipperary man to embark on wildlife conservation mission to Madagascar
Tipperary man Darren O’Sullivan is getting set to take off on an ambitious conservation mission at the end of this month. The Thurles native will head to Madagascar at the end of this week on a mission with the charity Seed Africa, aiding with the charity’s wildlife and nature conservation efforts.
Royal London Ireland appoints Tipperary hurling legend as Senior Broker Consultant
Leading provider of life insurance and pensions in Ireland, Royal London Ireland, has appointed former Tipperary hurling star Brendan Cummins to its Sales team as Senior Broker Consultant. Brendan brings more than 25 years of experience in the financial services sector, beginning his career as a Financial Advisor with a major Irish bank. During sixteen years in that role, he developed strong expertise in client relationship management, investment planning, and financial strategy.
Faulty heating system in Tipperary estate described as 'unmitigated disaster'
An air-to-water heating system which has been added to several homes in Tipperary has been described as an “unmitigated disaster” by a local Councillor. The issue was raised during the recent meeting of the Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council by Cllr Jim Ryan.
LATEST: New café in local Tipperary town hoping to open before Christmas
A café in the new Market Quarter in Thurles is aiming to open by the end of this year. The matter was discussed during the September meeting of the Thurles Municipal District of the Tipperary County Council. Cllr Kay Cahill Skehan enquired to the district engineers about an update regarding the site. The Market Quarter development will total a cost of over €3 million, with the intention of creating a new community space located behind the Source Arts Centre.
Popular choir group to perform iconic film scores in Tipperary this month
The Source Arts Centre, Thurles, asks you to join them for an afternoon of film music including John Williams, Ennio Morricone and other well-known film composers. Cello Power is an electrifying cello duo that brings a fresh and dynamic approach to classical and contemporary music. READ MORE: REVEALED: Line-up announced for 2026 Liberty Music Festival The show takes place on Friday, September 26, at 2pm.
Tipperary publican fears further pub closures unless Government take urgent action
A Tipperary publican has warned that more pubs will close throughout Tipperary and the rest of the country unless the Government takes immediate action to help support the sector in the upcoming Budget. A recent report by the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland found that 168 pubs have closed their doors in Tipperary since 2005, a drop of 32%.
REVEALED: Line-up announced for 2026 Liberty Music Festival
The line-up for the 2026 Liberty Music Festival has been announced. The festival posted the line-up on social media, ahead of the festival on July 4 and 5 next year. READ MORE: IN PICTURES: Tipp hurling hero Conor Stakelum brings Liam McCarthy Cup to local business Many of the popular acts from the 2025 edition return to Thurles, including Qween, Waterloo, EZ/DC, Madness, and Mac Fleetwood.
Local committee requests funding for restoration of Tipperary memorial garden
Durlas Éile Eliogarty Memorial Committee has penned a letter to request funding from the North Tipperary Development Company. The letter, written by William Ryan of the Durlas Éile Eliogarty Memorial Committee, requests funding for a community-led restoration and enhancement project at St Mary’s Memorial Garden.
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