Author: Paddy O'Connor

CONGRATULATIONS

to the Fr Mathew Players who put on a fantastic show “Many Young Men of Twenty” by playwright John B Keane.  Well done to the cast and production crew, especially producer Tom Fitzgerald. Can’t wait till next year!

WALK IN AID OF THE DILLON QUIRKE FOUNDATION 

This Wednesday, March 1, Rockwell Rovers Gaa will be doing a fundraiser walk around the pitch in aid of the Dillon Quirke Foundation. Operation Transformation Leader Marie Clear will be joining us on the night at 7.30pm. Sudden adult death syndrome (SADS) takes 100 young lives in Ireland each year. With our help their aim is to raise awareness and save lives by screening every GAA player both male and female from the age of 12 upwards. We hope as many people from the GAA and the wider community come out and support this fundraiser as it will benefit all our kids going forward. Please share this and spread the word and let’s show your support!

SCOIL MHUIRE GAN SMÁL, NEW INN

On Wednesday February 22,  fifth and sixth class travelled to the Helix in Dublin for the FÍS national film awards. They were nominated in three categories for their short film on “Lena Rice” and came home with the “Best Script” award. The FÍS Film Awards 2023, hosted by RTE’s Sinead Kennedy, is a collaboration between the Institute of Art, Design and Technology and the Professional Development Service for Teachers. It was devised as a grassroots initiative to nurture Ireland’s future moviemaking talent by encouraging them to devise, develop, produce, and submit their short films for consideration in a range of categories. The event was co-produced by students of IADT’s National Film School. The concept behind FÍS is to help children develop essential communication and team working skills, along with technological skills to assist them in a digitally driven world. It also aids teachers in developing children’s problem-solving and investigative minds and is aligned with the Government’s digital strategy for schools. The FÍS Film Awards Ceremony is the highly successful outcome of the FÍS Film Project. The awards set out to celebrate and embrace the creativity, imagination, originality, special techniques such as animation and special effects that students learn during the process that enabled them to give outstanding performances both in front of and behind the camera. Well done to all involved. We may have some budding filmmakers among us!

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Winners on Wednesday, February 22 with 13 games were Mary Ann Healy/Eileen White, and in joint second place with 11 games each were Ann Dowling/Dick Lonergan and Kieran Farrell/Chris Noonan. Table prizes go to Jim Meskell/Tim Joe McGrath and Donal O’Dwyer /Sandra English. Cards continue at the Old School, Knockgraffon every Wednesday evening at 8.30pm.  All are welcome.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday February 25 nos are 10, 22, 23 & 28. NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Catherine Leamy, Michael Boland, TJ Ryan & Jana Provkova entered into the February monthly draw for €500 on Saturday March 4. Sellers: Rockwell Rovers x 2, PJ Moloney and Ml Purcell entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, March 4. This week’s Jackpot is €3,000.

EASTER CUL CAMP

Rockwell Rovers Easter GAA Camp will run Tuesday to Thursday 4th, 5th & 6th April from 10am to 1pm. For children aged 6 to 13. Camp cost is €40 per child and each child will receive a Sliotar & football.  Registration is only available online using this link setup by Tipperary GAA. https://tipperary.gaa.ie/shop/2023-easter-camps. Also provisional date for summer Cul Camp 2023 is week 1- Monday July 3 to Friday July 7. More details for this camp will follow later.

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

is now open for renewal for 2023.  This year’s membership is to be paid through Foireann only. Please note registration deadline is March 31st, so it must be completed on or before the 31st.  All players must be paid members by the 31st March or they cannot train or compete in games for Insurance reasons. A breakdown on juvenile club membership options available this year are 1. Family (2 Adults & up to 4 juveniles €120 or see message below re Friends of Rockwell Rovers which also includes Family membership & much more. 2. U5 to U9 Juvenile player €25. 3. U11 to U17 Juvenile player €35. 4. Non-playing Adults €50. 5. Social membership €30. Please note Option 1 to 4 includes membership of the Club and use of walkway also, (covered by insurance). Option 5 is just use of the walkway (covered by insurance). Anyone using the walkway will need to be either a member of the club or a social member. Any problems with using the system to pay membership or any questions – please contact Thomas (086) 8163962, Peter (087) 2324033 or Elaine (086) 8601088.

FRIENDS OF ROCKWELL ROVERS

Details for “Friends of Rockwell Rovers” this package included family membership, Yearly Club Lotto entry & entry to the Tipperary GAA draw. https://www.pallasmarketing.ie/product/friends-of-rockwell

Become a Friend of Rockwell Rovers and save €160! Click on the link above for all details: If you choose the friends of Rockwell Rovers, please log into Foireann and choose this option and select “pay in club after registration”, this can be paid in full to the above members or monthly by Direct Debit.

SINCERE SYMPATHY

is extended to the Nagle family on the passing of Dick Nagle, College Court, Cahir and formerly of Garrandee, New Inn. Our thoughts and prayers are with his daughters Breeda, Mary, Martina, Anna and Rose, sons-in-law Tom, Jim, Sean, Pat and John, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he Rest in Peace.

Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal

Pictured here are 5th and 6th class students from Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal, New Inn outside the Helix in Dublin recently for the FÍS national film awards. They were nominated in three categories for their short film on “Lena Rice” and came home with the “Best Script” award. Congratulations all round. We may have some budding filmmakers among us!

FR MATHEW PLAYERS

“Many Young Men of Twenty” Play runs this week starting today Wednesday February 22 to Sunday February 26 at 8pm in the New Inn Community Centre. General tickets €15 with a concession evening on Wednesday February 22 with tickets priced at €10. Booking is essential and tickets can be obtained from Friary Pharmacy, Cashel 062/62120, Purcell’s Shop New Inn -052 7462691 or Eileen Hally, New Inn, 087/6334381 or 052/7462353.

WOMANS GROUP

The AGM for the Women’s Group takes place on Tuesday February 28 at 8pm in the NICC. New members welcomed.

WALK IN AID OF THE DILLON QUIRKE FOUNDATION 

On Wednesday, March 1, Rockwell Rovers Gaa will be doing a fundraiser walk around the pitch in aid of the Dillon Quirke Foundation. Operation Transformation Leader Marie Clear will be joining us on the night. Sudden adult death syndrome (SADS) takes 100 young lives in Ireland each year. With our help their aim is to raise awareness and save lives by screening every GAA player both male and female from the age of 12 upwards. We hope as many people from the GAA and the wider community come out and support this fundraiser as it will benefit all our kids going forward. Please share this and spread the word and let’s show your support!

THANK YOU

to the Women’s group for their kind donation to the Parish Links following their recent successful Afternoon Tea party.  This is very much appreciated by the Parish Links as it will go towards our annual Xmas Party.

ROCKWELL ROVERS MEMBERSHIP 2023

ADULT player membership packages, option 1A one Adult Playing & Gym €120, option 1B one Adult Playing & Gym plus yearly Club Lotto €220, option 1C one Adult Playing & Gym & Tipp Draw plus yearly Club Lotto €300*

STUDENT playing membership packages, option 2A-one student Playing & Gym €100.

NON-MEMBERSHIP packages, option 3A  Adult nonplaying €50, option 3B OAP/social member €30, option 3C-two Adult non-Playing & juvenile membership Tipp Draw plus yearly Club Lotto €300*.

JUVENILE membership, option 4A  U5 to U9 €25, option 4B U11 to U17 €35,

option 4C Juvenile Family membership (2 non playing adults & juveniles) €120

option 4D two Adult non-Playing & juvenile membership Tipp Draw plus yearly Club Lotto €300*.

*Friends of Rockwell Rovers package includes Tipperary GAA Clubs Draw yearly entry, Yearly Club Lotto (3 entries), Entry to Christmas bumper raffle, Entry to All Ireland finals ticket draws. (All full members eligible for entry to All Ireland Final tickets draws)

LOTTO 

Lotto numbers from Saturday February 18-nos are 7, 9, 13, 29 – NO WINNER – the following will be entered in monthly draw of €500 on Saturday March 4 – Debbie O’Reilly, Jamie Flanagan, PJ & Colette Moloney, Pat Carroll (Cashel) – sellers Rockwell Rovers x 3 & Ml Purcell. This week’s jackpot is €2800.

ROCKWELL ROVERS GAA CLUB

REGISTRATION NIGHT

GAA club registration night for both juvenile and senior members is on next Monday February 27 at 6.45pm in the Clubhouse.

ASH WEDNESDAY 

Mass at 6.30pm in Knockgraffon and at 7.15pm in New Inn church this Wednesday February 22. 

KNOCKGRAFFON  CARDS

Three Pairs of Winners on Wednesday, February 8 with 10 games were Jim/Mary Garret, Ml Murphy/ Will Crosse and Phil Ryan / Philip Ryan. Table prizes go to Roseanne Carew/Mick Kinnane and Paddy Freeney / Philip Fahey. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm.  All are welcome.

NEW INN & DISTRICT CLASSIC & VINTAGE 

will be holding the Walter Cleary Memorial Vintage Car and Tractor Run on Sunday April 30. More details nearer the time.

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

Sincere sympathy is extended to the family of the late John McGrath, Outrath and formerly of Clogheenafishogue, Ballylooby, Cahir.  John McGrath, retired Commandant of B. Company, 13th Battalion. John in his 89th year died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, predeceased by his brothers Moss and Pat. John will be sadly missed by his devoted wife Marie, his son Johnny, daughters Patricia and Siobhan and their partners, his beloved sister Joan (Fanning), his adored grandchildren Josh, Johnny, Stevie, Jack and Maria, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May he Rest in Peace.

NICOLA RYAN 

MANY YOUNG MEN OF TWENTY

Fr. Mathew players, New Inn have chosen the John B Keane classic,

Many Young Men of Twenty, for their 2023 Production, which will take place in the community Hall, New Inn, for five nights, from 22nd to the 26th of February inclusive.

The action occurs in the backroom of a public house, in the village of Keelty , over aperiod of a year, in the early 1960’s.

Many Young Men of Twenty is described as a musical play of emigration, and that is just what it is. It examines the effect of mass emigration on a community and the impact of those who have gone, on the lives of those left behind.

But of course, as in many plays by John B. even the darker side of life is not withoutits humour and glimmers of hope, and a cast of colourful characters, namely theinhabitants of Keelty village, aka The Fr. Mathew players transport the audience back in time, to meet the locals, albeit at a sad time, as many were leaving forEngland to try and make a better life for themselves, and their families at home.Some resigned to go, some hopeful, some happy and some just plain terrified, all human life and emotion is there, and is conveyed with song and story, humour and pathos, in appropriate amounts by the talented cast that are the Fr Mathew Players. As with any vibrant and committed group, the cast is made up of old stalwarts, and new faces, and it is in this, that the rich tapestry of youth and experience becomes evident, because as the climate of economic hardship bites again we can be glad to be in a position to present a play with such large numbers and feel gratified. that so many young men and women of twenty and upwards well upwards! enjoy the experience and return for more. Long may it continue.

We are delighted to Present Many young Men of Twenty, and on behalf of the cast, crew, and committee, we would like to thank you for your support in the past and look forward to seeing you in New-Inn, dates and details below

Play runs from Wednesday February to Sunday February 26 at 8pm- General tickets €15 with a concession evening on Wednesday Feb 22 with ticketspriced at €10. Booking is essential and tickets can be obtained from

Friary Pharmacy, Cashel 062/62120, Purcell’s Shop New-Inn -052 7462691

Eileen Hally, New-Inn, 087/6334381 or 052/7462353.

WOMANS GROUP

Pictured here Breeda Culleton, Mary O’Donnell, Breeda O’Donnell, Esther Boland and Carmel Leonard at a presentation by the New Inn Women’s Group of a cheque for €2170 from their recent Afternoon Tea party fundraiser. Amount raised was distributed amongst the Parish Links, NICC and Indoor Bowls Club. Well done to all involved.

The AGM for the Women’s Group takes place on Tuesday February 28 at 8pm in the NICC. New members welcomed

WALK IN AID OF THE DILLON QUIRKE FOUNDATION 

On Wednesday the March 1, Rockwell Rovers Gaa will be doing a fundraiser walk around the pitch in aid of the Dillon Quirke Foundation. Operation Transformation Leader Marie Clear will be joining us on the night. Sudden adult death syndrome (SADS) takes 100 young lives in Ireland each year. With our help their aim is to raise awareness and save lives by screening every GAA player both male and female from the age of 12 upwards. We hope as many people from the GAA and the wider community come out and support this fundraiser as it will benefit all our kids going forward. Please share this and spread the word and let’s show your support!

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

HOLY COMMUNION DAYSaturday April 29

CONFIRMATION DAYTuesday May 9

More info nearer the time.

THANK YOU

The New Inn Women’s Group would like to thank everyone who supported their Afternoon Tea fundraiser. It was a great success, and everyone enjoyed it and a total of €2170 was raised which was distributed amongst the Parish Links, NICC and Indoor Bowls Club.

PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2023

Cashel & Emly Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2023

17 – 22 June 2023 –      5 Nights

Further information and booking form online –  Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2023

NEW INN TIDY TOWNS 

Smart Village Training course. We need seven names going forward if we want to be successful in getting a place on this course, hopefully we will have people from different clubs/organisations interested.  Looking for names as soon as possible, please contact Philly Fahey on 086 8829527. For more info check online “smart village programme for communities”.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Winners on Wed, Feb 1 with 12 games were Jim Mescal/Jim Garret and runners up with 10 games were Bernie Farrell/Kitty Byrne. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm.  All are welcome.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Sat Feb 11 nos are 10, 20, 24 & 28 NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Bridget Ryan, Rachel Smith, Phil Ryan & Gerry Bell entered into Feb monthly draw for €500 on Saturday March 4. Sellers: Sandra English x 2, Ollies Bar, Rockwell Rovers & entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday March 4. This week’s Jackpot is €2,600.

NEW INN & DISTRICT CLASSIC & VINTAGE 

will be holding the Walter Cleary Memorial Vintage Car and Tractor Run on Sunday 30th April. More details nearer the time.

BARRONS DARTS CLUB

Thanks to Barron’s darts club who donated €890 to  New Inn Tidy towns from their annual fundraiser.

FR MATHEW PLAYERS 

The Fr. Mathew Players are in full swing with rehearsals for the upcoming production of “Many Young Men of Twenty” from Wednesday February 22 to Sunday February 26 inclusive with a concession evening on Wednesday February 22 for €10. Tickets are now on sale, general admission €15 from Purcell’s shop, New Inn 052 746269, Eileen Hally on 087 6334381 or Friary Pharmacy, Cashel 062 62120. Pre-Booking is essential for each night.  Follow the Fr Mathew Players on Facebook for updates on rehearsal and cast.

BARRON’S DARTS CLUB

held their annual fundraiser in Barron’s pub, New Inn recently. It was in aid of the New Inn Tidy Towns. The results are as follows:  Kids winner:  Henry O’Connor, Runner up: Maeve Cummins, Men’s winner Mick O’Brien, Runner up: Paul Lonergan. Thanks to all for their support! If you missed the event but would still like to donate, see the following link:  https://gofund.me/bd233d3e.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Winners last Wednesday, February 1 with 12 games were Jim Mescal/Jim Garret and runners up with 10 games were Bernie Farrell/Kitty Byrne. Table prizes went to Teresa Breen/Betty Ryan and Eddie Grant/James Ryan. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm.  All are welcome.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday February 4, nos are 13, 17, 25 & 26 NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Emma Ryan & Paul Smith, Ann Marie Corcoran, Kieran Durkan and Fr. Jack Meade entered into the February monthly draw for €500 on Saturday March 4. Sellers; Phil Ryan, Rockwell Rovers x 2 and  PJ Moloney entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, March 4. This week’s Jackpot is €2,400.

Congratulations to our January monthly winner of €500 Christy Clifford and seller Rockwell Rovers winner of €100.

GRADAIM AN UACHTARAIN / PRESIDENT’S AWARDS

Pictured here at Croke Park on Friday February 3 were family and friends supporting  recipient Sandra English (Rockwell Rovers Gaa club)

Front L to R: Gearoid English, Dermot Duff, Vincent O’Connor, Finbarr English, Cillian English, Fergus English, Sean Duff, Cormac English, Diarmuid English, James O’Donnell.Front L to R: Bridget Ryan, Liz Hally, John Hally, Sandra English, Larry McCarthy (Gaa President), Conor English, Shari-Anne O’Donnell, Mary Duff. Missing from photo Seamus & Margaret King.

Pictured here at Croke Park on Friday February 3 were Sandra’s family

Back L to R: Finbarr, Cillian, Fergus, Cormac and Diarmuid English

Front L to R: Gearoid English, Sandra English, Larry McCarthy (President GAA) and Conor English

Recipients of GRADAIM AN UACHTARAIN / PRESIDENT’S AWARDS

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Holy communion date: Saturday April 29, Confirmation date: Tuesday May 9. More info nearer the time.

SINCERE SYMPATHY

is extended to Tony & Frances Keating and family, Knockgraffon on the passing of Tony’s brother TJ Keating, Mt View Drive, Cahir who died recently. Our thoughts and prayers are with TJ’s family, his wife Marie, son Patrick, daughter Claire extended family and friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Sincere sympathy is also extended to Tony & Julie Shortall, Ballygerald, New Inn on the passing of his sister Margaret Fahey (nee Shortall), Caherdavin Height, Limerick. Our thoughts and prayers are with Margaret’s family, her husband Tim, son Alan and daughters Caroline and Yvonne, extended family and friends. Ar dheis De go raibh a hanam dilis.

NEW INN & DISTRICT CLASSIC AND VINTAGE AGM

Meeting which will take place on Wednesday 8th February at 8pm at New Inn Community Centre. All members and new members are welcome.

BOWLS

continues every Wednesday morning from 9.45am to 11.15am. All are welcome, especially new members. For more info you can contact Mary Frances on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512.

FR MATHEW PLAYERS 

Date for your diary: The Fr. Mathew Players are back in full swing with rehearsals for the upcoming production of “Many Young Men of Twenty” from Wednesday February 22 to Sunday February 26 inclusive.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Joint Winners last Wednesday, January 25 with 11 games each were Jim & Mary Garrett and Teresa Breen/Betty Ryan. Table prize to Chas Keane/Ml Flaherty and Paddy Freeney/ Margaret Quinlan. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Holy communion date: Saturday April 29, Confirmation date: Tuesday May 9. More info nearer the time.

CASHEL LIBRARY

Cashel library invites you to attend their free celebration of Spring this Friday February 3 at 11am. St Brigid, Goddess and Saint, Maura Barrett shares the legends associated with St Brigid and why her legacy is so enduring. Booking essential to 062 63825. Refreshments served.

ROCKWELL ROVERS ADJOURNED MEETING

Adjourned Agm will take place on Saturday February 4 at 7.30pm.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday Jan 28 nos are 17, 18, 20 & 26, NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Helen J Fitzgerald, Christy Clifford, Billy Smith & Kevin Riordan entered into January monthly draw for €500 on Saturday February 4. Sellers: Ml Purcell, Rockwell Rovers x 2, John Hally entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, February 4. This week’s Jackpot is now €2,200.

Congratulations to Brendan & Deirdre Ryan, Masterstown, who won the Rockwell Rovers Lotto Jackpot €9,600 recently.

Pictured here L to R: PJ Moloney, Colm Heaney, Brendan & Deirdre Ryan, John Hally at the clubhouse.

GAA PRESIDENT AWARD

It is with great delight we are announcing that our former PRO and Secretary Sandra English will receive a GAA President’s Award from Larry McCarthy, President of the Gaa on her outstanding voluntary contribution to Rockwell Rovers GAA Club over the years.  These awards are organised and presented on an annual basis to honour those who have given huge commitment and dedication to their club.  A special banquet will be held in Croke Park this Friday evening February 3 where recipients will be present. The awards will be televised live and aired on TnaG’s  “Gradaim an Uachtaráin” from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. This is an honour for our club, and we wish Sandra the very best on Friday.

SINCERE SYMPATHY

Is extended to PJ and Colette Moloney and family, Lagganstown, New Inn on the passing of Colette’s uncle, Willie Cullinan, Ballymacarbry, Waterford. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time. Ar dheis de go raibh an anam dilis.

AFTERNOON TEA PARTY

The Women’s group are organising an afternoon tea party in the New Inn Community Center entre from 3pm to 5.30pm this Sunday January 29. It is in aid of the Community Centre, Parish Links and New Inn Bowls. If any group/individuals are interested in hosting a table, please contact MF Barron ASAP on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512. Your support would be much appreciated! All are welcome.

BARRON’S DARTS CLUB

are holding their annual Fundraiser. It is in aid of the New Inn Tidy Towns. There will be a darts tournament in Barron’s Pub New Inn this Saturday January 28. Darts away at 8pm, €10 entry. Men’s competition limited to 32 entries, entries via revolut on 0872955071 or cash to Barrons pub, no spots will be held without payment as we previously held spots and had no shows. Not interested in the darts, but interested in your community, you can donate to  https://gofund.me/bd233d3e.

LOTTO

lotto numbers 4,7, 21, 26 -we have a WINNER of the Lotto Jackpot €9600 –  Congratulations to Brendan & Deirdre Ryan, Masterstown, seller Colm Heaney.

Best of luck also to the following who are entered into the monthly €500 draw- Louise O’ Connor, Elaine Browne, Debbie Byron and Sandra English, Sellers: Rockwell Rovers and  Jimmy Looby.

CAHIR GARDA DISTRICT

Annual Senior Citizens Party- Dear Older Person. You are cordially invited to an Older Persons Party at Cahir House Hotel this Friday January 27 at 5pm. Music, dancing, refreshments and spot Prizes. Neighbours and family who bring an older person are more than welcome to stay and enjoy the evening. If you require TRANSPORT to this event please ring: Cahir Garda Station on 052 7445630and leave your Name / Address / Eircode / Phone Number. We will arrange Transport for you between 4pm and 5pm on the evening of Friday January 27.  We all look forward to seeing you there!

ROCKWELL ROVERS CAMOGIE CLUB

At our recent AGM the following officers were returned or elected: Chairperson PJ Moloney, Secretary Louise Brennan, Assistant Secretary Louise Moloney, Treasurer Tara Stafford, PRO Annette Carroll. Our adjourned Agm will be held on Tuesday January 31at 8pm.  A few posts regarding coaches etc will be ratified on the night. Training will resume asap as our lights on the AstroTurf are nearly in operation and once they are up and running, all ages will be back. Our u14s and u16s are starting back on the AstroTurf on Sundays from 3.30pm to 5ish, if anyone can make it for some strength and conditioning, we would love to see you. History is in the making with the club putting in a junior team this year. We are looking forward to seeing what the year will bring and welcoming some of our previous players back to the field. If you or anyone you know may be interested please get in contact with Chairman PJ Moloney on 086 390 4926 or camogie phone- 087 963 6864.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Winners last Wednesday, January 18 with 13 games were brothers Billy and Vincent Phelan. Runners Up were Cathy O’Gorman/Phil O’Connor on 12 games. Table prizes to Chas Keane/ Michael O’Flaherty and Michael O’Gorman/Tony Doheny. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome.

ROCKWELL ROVERS AGM

A well-attended Senior AGM took place in the clubhouse on Sunday January 15. The following officers were returned or elected on the night. Chairman: John Hally, Vice Chair Thomas Buckley, Secretary: Geraldine Cleary, Asst Secretary: Elaine Cummins, Treasurer: Mary Newman, Asst Treasurer: Peter Farrell, PRO: Elaine Cummins, Health & Wellbeing: Martina Durkan, Registrar: Cathy Fitzgerald, School Liaison: Officer Kieran Durkan, Children’s Officer: Anita O’Dwyer, Development Chairperson:  Adrian O’Dwyer, Irish Culture & Language: Lorraine Farrell, West Board Delegates: John Hally, Kieran Durkan and Gerry Ryan, Senior Management team: Stephen Quirke, Tommy Flynn, Dermot O’Brien and Gerry Ryan. County Board Delegate, County Football Delegate, Junior team management, U21 and U19 deferred to adjourned Agm which will take place on Saturday February 4 at 7.30pm.  Thanks to outgoing treasurer JJ Cooney and to Andy Hennessy, outgoing Chairman of the development committee after 5 years. Sympathies were extended to families who lost loved ones during the year.

AFTERNOON TEA PARTY

The Woman’s group are organising an afternoon tea party in the New Inn Community centre from 3pm to 5.30pm on Sunday January 29.  It is in aid of the Community Centre, Parish Links and New Inn Bowls. If any group/individuals are interested in hosting a table, please contact MF Barron ASAP on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512. Your support would be much appreciated! All are welcome!

THANK YOU

The Woman’s group along with South Tipp Hospice would like to thank everyone who supported the coffee morning held recently at Barron’s pub, New Inn. A fantastic €730 was raised. Thanks to all who supported the event and who helped out on the day.

BOWLS

continues every Wednesday morning from 9.45am to 11.15am. All are welcome, especially new members. For more info you can contact Mary Frances on 052 7462252 or mbl no 087 7595512.

CHURCH OFFERING BOXES

Church offering boxes are available in both churches for collection. If you can’t locate your box, please contact Fr. Bobby or any member of the Parish Council. Thank you for your continued support of the Parish.

CONGRATULATIONS 

Congratulations to Scoil Mhuire gan Smál, New Inn for qualifying for the BT Primary Young Scientist Competition which took place in the RDS Dublin last week. Their project titled “Are Pets good for your Health and Wellbeing” proved very popular at the exhibit.  The children conducted various scientific experiments and research to determine the benefits of animals for people’s well-being while also inviting guide dogs Ireland to visit the school and highlight their importance to society. The children were visited by Tánaiste Michael Martin who commented on the extent of their project.

IRELAND LIGHTS UP

Rockwell Rovers Gaa club has once again registered for “Ireland Lights Up” and is encouraging the community of New Inn / Knockgraffon to get out and get active each Wednesday evening between 7pm and 8.30pm at the Walkway starting Wednesday January 11 to Wednesday February 15.  For more info on Healthy Clubs Steps Challenge win some valuable gear for our club, see link to join the “Munster GAA – Every Step Counts 2023” challenge link: http://web.mylife.irishlife.ie/challenges/637f717072f40a0c2116bc9f?lc=en_IE and select Rockwell Rovers as your club.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Joint winners last Wednesday, January 11 with 10 games were brother Billy & Vincent Phelan and Kitty Slattery/Sheila Slattery. Table prizes went to Kitty Byrne/Bernie Farrell and Mary Ann Healy/Eileen White.  Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome.

NEW INN VOICES CHOIR

Will perform from the second Sunday in February for the rest of the year i.e., second Sunday of each month starting Sunday 12 February 2023.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday January 14 nos are 12, 15, 16 & 26 NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: TJ Ryan, Liam Harty, Lisa O’ Connor and Helen J Fitzgerald entered into January monthly draw for €500 on Saturday February 4. Sellers:  Rockwell Rovers x 3 and Ml Purcell entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, February 4.  This week’s Jackpot is €9,600.

MEDAL PRESENTATION

Rockwell/Rosegreen 2022 medal presentation took place on Saturday January 14 in Rosegreen Community Hall. Medals were presented to the combined U15 football team who won the U15 D County Football Shield Final and the U17 B football West shield Final.  Cathal Barrett, Tipperary Hurler was present to present the boys with their medals. He spoke to the boys about the importance of playing sports and gave them some great advice. Many thanks to Rosegreen GAA Club for hosting the medal presentation.

New Inn & District Vintage Club

Pictured here are some members from New Inn & District Vintage club:  Ml O’Donnell, John O’Dwyer, Kevin Moore and Pat O’Rourke supporting Rosegreen community in assoc with Coolmoyne & Moyglass vintage club at their recent Tractor Run held at the Tipperary Raceway, Rosegreen in support of the fantastic facility at the National rehabilitation hospital in Dun Laoghaire. A great day was had by all.

 BT Primary Young Scientist Competition

Pictured here is Primary school principal Thomas McLoughlin, Tanaiste Michael Martin, Jodi McMahon and Teresa Harrington along with Students from 6th class Scoil Mhuire gan Smál primary school, New Inn who qualified for BT Primary Young Scientist Competition held at the RDS, Dublin last week.

Pictured here at the Rockwell/Rosegreen medal presentation on Saturday January 14 in Rosegreen Community Hall.

Rockwell / Rosegreen U15 D County Shield Final Winners.

L to R: Tipperary Hurler Cathal Barrett, Shane Cummins, Conor Hally (Captain) , Mark Hally (Coach), Olan O’ Gorman, Kevin Geraghty, Colin Maher, Mattie Cummins (Coach), Harry O’ Connor, Tadgh Lonergan, Adam Collins, Kieran Bergin on behalf of Leon Bergin, Noel O’ Connor (Coach).

Missing from photo Alex McNamara, Louis O’ Donoghue, Luke O’ Dwyer, Cameron Fitzpatrick, Lorcan Butler and Sean O’ Reilly.

Rockwell / Rosegreen U17 West Football Shield

Back L to R: Seanie Cummins (coach), Tipperary Hurler Cathal Barrett, Jamie Lawrence, David Bergin, Karol Geraghty, Oisin Cummins, Patrick Colville, Brian Byrne, Aaron O’ Dwyer, Olan O’Gorman, Ger Cummins (coach), Kieran Bergin.

Front L to R: Shane Cummins, Jack Ryan, Peter Heaney (Captain), William Colville, Niall Tobin, Patrick Fitzgerald.

PARISH LINKS

The Parish Links held their annual Christmas party on Sunday January 8 in the NICC. It was great to see so many friendly and neighbourly faces after a gap of three years due to covid. It was also poignant and a little sad as we remember the people who have passed away since our last party. The committee would like to thank Eileen Condon and her staff for the lovely meal; Mary O’Donnell, New Inn for supplying the excellent Christmas cake; Paddy O’Connor (Bellvue) for taking photographs of the occasion. Eddie Golden in the band brought much enjoyment to the day and together with our own Fr Bobby and Kate O’Dwyer provided great entertainment. Also, we had “Burgess school Irish dancers from New Inn: Sarah Flynn, Leah and Sophie Lonergan, Grace and Emily O’Dwyer who put on a lovely display. Congratulations to Stephen Boland, New Inn winner of the hamper (on display in The Shop, New Inn). A big thank you to Ml Purcell and committee members for selling the lines of the hamper which raised much needed funds for the Parish Links.  Thanks also to the local businesses, clubs and individuals who donated spot prizes on the day too numerous to mention.  Great credit is due to all involved, especially the hard-working committee who put a great effort in year after year and thanks also to the Hall committee. A great day was had by all, with parishioners meeting up with old friends and making new ones. Thanking everyone who attended the party and wishing everyone a Happy & Healthy New Year!

COMMUNITY GAMES

Community Games AGM will take place this Thursday January 12 at 7:30pm in GAA Clubhouse.  All are welcome.

LINE DANCING -WOMANS GROUP

Line dancing on for 6 weeks each Tuesday evening starting Tuesday January 10 from 7pm to 8pm in the NICC. €40 for 6 weeks. For more info contact Mary Francis on 052 7462252.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Joint winners last Wednesday, January 4 with 12 games were Eddie Grant/James Ryan and in joint second place with 11 games were Michael O’Gorman/Tony Doheny and Mary Anne Healy/Eileen White. Table prize to Chas Keane/Ml Flaherty and Cathy O’Gorman/Phil O’Connor. Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome.

FR MATHEW PLAYERS 

Date for your diary: The Fr. Mathew Players are back in full swing with rehearsals for the upcoming production of “Many Young Men of Twenty” from Wednesday February 22 to Sunday February 26 inclusive.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

results from Saturday Jan 7 nos are 22, 26, 28 & 32, NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Pat Carroll, Nelly Joy, Tadgh Mohally and Noreen & Pakie Fitzgerald entered into January monthly draw for €500 on Saturday February 4. Sellers: Ml Purcell x 2 & Rockwell Rovers x 2 entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, February 4. This week’s Jackpot is €9,400. Congratulations to our January monthly winner of €500 – Gerry Heenan, Seller – Sandra English.

SENIOR GAA CLUB AGM

The annual general meeting of Rockwell Rovers GAA club will be held in the CLUB HOUSE this Sunday January 15 at 7.30pm. All are welcome.

(Please note new time and venue, apologies for any inconvenience)

SINCERE SYMPATHY

Is extended to Jason & Louise Matthiae & family, Masterstown on the passing of Jason’s dad Hanz Peter, The Curragh, Ardmore/Cashel. Our thoughts and prayers are with his sons Jason, Stefan and Hansie, extended family and friends at this sad time. May he rest in peace.

Pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are Irish dancers

Back L to R: Grace O’Dwyer and Leah Lonergan

Front L to R: Sarah Flynn and Sophie Lonergan

Very Front : Emily O’Dwyer

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are Richie O’Loughnane and Margaret Quirke. In the background are Joe & Kitty Golden, Fr Knight and John Quirke.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are

L to R: Mary O’Connor, Masterstown, Ursula Ryan, Mairead Moloney and Bridget McGrath.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are

L to R: Ann O’Neill, Sr Assumpta, Alice Peters and Eileen Peters.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are

L to R: Eileen Peters, Mary Moloney, Mary Flynn, Mary Peters and Mary O’Donnell.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn are

L to R: Seamie Houlihan, Johnny Luddy, Denise Luddy and Breda Delahunty.

pictured here at the Parish Links Xmas party in New Inn is our own Eddie Golden on band who kept the parishioners entertained for the afternoon.

RAMBLING HOUSE 

In Ollies Bar, New Inn this Thursday Jan 5 at 8.30.pm. Music, Song and Storytelling etc. All are welcome.

COFFEE MORNING -WOMANS GROUP

There will be a Coffee morning in aid of South Tipperary Hospice this Saturday January 7 from 11am to 1pm in Barron’s Pub, New Inn. All are welcome. Please support this worthy cause.

LINE DANCING -WOMANS GROUP

Line dancing on for 6 weeks each Tuesday evening starting next Tuesday January 10 from 7pm to 8pm in the NICC. €40 for 6 weeks. For more info contact Mary Francis on 052 7462252. The woman’s group committee would like to offer sincere sympathies to Patricia Wilson, Stephenstown, Cashel on the passing of her husband John recently. Our thoughts and prayers are with Patricia, daughters Emma and Georgina and son Mikey at this sad time.

PARISH LINKS 

This year Parish links are selling lines and you have a chance to win a beautiful hamper which is on display at The Shop, New Inn. Please support the lines for sale in The Shop or from any committee member. This is their only fundraising this year. The Christmas party will be held this year in the New Inn Community Centre this Sunday January 8, 2023, starting at 12.30pm. This promises to be a great day with music being played by our own Eddie Golden. Invitations for the party have been sent in the post. If there are any newcomers to the parish or if anyone knows anyone who would be interested in going to the Christmas party, please contact Esther on 0863583719 or Mgt on 052 7462132 or any committee member asap.

NEW INN TIDY TOWN 

The Committee would like to thank the Publicans, Sponsors and all those who supported the recent Christmas raffle. Well done to the following winners: 1st: James English, Clogheen,2nd: Jed Longworth, Boytonrath, 3rd: Bridget Ryan, Dualla Rd, Cashel and 4th: Isobel Moore, Knockgraffon.

Well done to the Tidy town committee and Christmas Cheer committee for doing a wonderful job on “Lighting up” New Inn village. The lights and decorations are a credit to them and it brought a very festive feeling to the village. Here’s wishing everyone “A Happy New Year”!

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Joint winners last Wednesday, December 28 with 10 games each were Maisie O’Grady/Joe Ahern, Jimmy Looby/Ml Murphy and Ann Dowling/Dick Lonergan. Table prize to Chas Keane, Phil Ryan and Sandra English.  Well done all. Cards on every Wednesday night at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp. All are welcome. The committee would like to take this opportunity to wish all the players a Happy & Holy Christmas and good health and good luck for all in the New Year.

ROCKWELL ROVERS

CONGRATULATIONS 

to the Rockwell Rovers players on the West Development U13 and U14 squads. Both teams were playing their respective Shield finals on Saturday December 31. The U13 team (Adam Collins, Cameron Fitzpatrick and Tadhg Lonergan) beat the South in Borrisoleigh after extra time winning the Peadar Cummins hurling shield. The U14 team (Kieran Moloney and Shane Cummins) beat the Mid in Templederry winning the Rodger Ryan hurling shield. This was a great experience for all the boys involved in these panels. Thanks to all the coaches & David Byrne GDA for their time and commitment.

FRIENDS OF ROCKWELL ROVERS CHRISTMAS DRAW RESULTS 

Congratulations to the following prize winners in the Christmas Friends of Rockwell Rovers Package members draw : – Don & Denise Moloney – Fitzgerald’s Woodlands Hotel Break , Martina & Kieran Durkin – meal for 2 Cahir House Hotel, Gerry & Anne Heenan –  meal for two, Deansgrove Restaurant, Dundrum , Dan & Siobhan Cronin –  Morrisey’s Super Valu Cashel hamper , Dermot & Maria O’Brien- Centenary Co-op Cashel, Voucher & Power Fleet Tool , Elaine & Mattie Cummins- Senator Windows, Wine, Chocolates & Diary. Wishing all our players, members, coaches, supporters and sponsors a very Happy and Healthy New year.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

LOTTO results from December 27, nos 5, 14, 15 ,18 – No Winner – lucky dips: Nelly Joy, Cashel, Mary O Donnell, Macroom, Rachel Kilgallen and Gerry Heenan to be entered in December €500 draw on Saturday January 7. Sellers – Ml Purcell & Rockwell Rovers x2 and Sandra English. LOTTO results from Saturday December 31st nos are 7, 13, 19 & 22, NO WINNER (s). Lucky Dips x 4: Phil & Emma Ryan, Robbie O’Halloran, John & Liz Hally and Pat Ryan, Dangan entered into Dec monthly draw for €500 on Saturday January 7. Sellers: Ollies Bar, Tommy Flynn & Rockwell Rovers x 2 entered into a monthly draw for €100 on Saturday, January 7. This week’s Jackpot is €9,200.

SENIOR GAA CLUB AGM

The annual general meeting of Rockwell Rovers GAA club will be held in the NICC on Sunday 15 January at 2.30pm. All are welcome.

TIPPERARY G.A.A. YEARBOOK NOW ON SALE

The Tipperary G.A.A. Yearbook is now available in Cashel (Halls and Ely’s) or in Cahir (Dolan’s Super Valu or Sampson’s). It includes the achievements of Rockwell Rovers and some joint ventures with our near neighbour, Rosegreen. One of the sections of the book that is read with interest and a little sadness is the “Friends we Lost” obituary notices of the many Gaels who passed away during 2022. As usual there are many, fine people, men, and women, who contributed significantly to the G.A.A. during their lifetimes. All this, over two hundred pages, for €15.

SINCERE SYMPATHY 

The death occurred in Birmingham, England of Bill (aka Willie) Barrett on December 13, 2022. Wille in his 93^rd year and late of Knockgraffon, may he rest in peace. Sincere sympathy to his wife Peggy and family Aileen, Marie and Alan, brother John (Fethard). Our thoughts and prayers are with John and all the Barrett family at this sad time. Ar dheis de go raibh an Anam delis.

Sincere sympathy is also extended to Jim & Audrey Parkinson, Marlhill, New Inn on the passing of Jim’s aunt Janie Griffin, Killarney who died recently. Our thoughts and prayers are with Janie’s daughter Betty and all the family. May she rest in peace.

KNOCKGRAFFON CARDS

Winners last Wednesday, December 21 with 13 games were Chris Noonan /Kevin Farrell and runners up with 10 games were table prizes to Kitty Slattery / Sheila Slattery. Well done all. Cards continue over the festive season i.e., this Wednesday December 28 at the Old School, Knockgraffon at 8.30pm sharp.   The committee would like to take this opportunity to wish all the players a Happy & Holy Christmas and good health and good luck for all in the New Year.

RAMBLING HOUSE 

In Ollies Bar, New Inn on Thursday Jan 5 at 8.30.pm. Music, Song and Storytelling etc. All are welcome.

PARISH LINKS 

This year Parish links are selling lines and you have a chance to win a beautiful hamper which is on display at The Shop, New Inn. This is their only fundraising this year. The Parish Links committee organises the Christmas party for the senior members of our community each year.  The Christmas party will be held this year in New Inn Community Centre on Sun Jan 8, 2023, starting at 12.30. This promises to be a great day with music being played by our own Eddie Golden.

NEW INN KNOCKGRAFFON PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL 2022 -2025

Julie Tobin (087 627 1030), Fr. Bobby Fletcher (086 192 7455), Ken Collins (087 127 5856), Irene Fogarty (087 662 9438), John Hally (087 190 2092), Anne Clifford (086 366 0131), Michele Nugent (086 856 5358), Sue Harnett (086 861 4394), Lisa Marnane (087 887 2442), Michael. J. Boland (086 032 3860), Anne Dalzell, Nicola Moore.

CHURCH OFFERING BOXES

are available in both churches for collection. If you cannot locate your box, please contact Fr. Bobby or any member of the Parish Council. The parish Council wants to thank all Parishioners for their help and support throughout the year. We wish you all a Happy Christmas and a peaceful and holy and Happy New year

SENIOR GAA CLUB AGM

The annual general meeting of Rockwell Rovers GAA club will be held in the NICC on Sunday 15 January at 2.30pm.

TIPPERARY G.A.A. YEARBOOK NOW ON SALE

The Tipperary G.A.A. Yearbook is now available in Cashel (Halls and Ely’s) or in Cahir (Dolan’s Super Valu or Sampson’s). It includes the achievements of Rockwell Rovers and some joint ventures with our near neighbour, Rosegreen.  One of the sections of the book that is read with interest and a little sadness is the “Friends we Lost” obituary notices of the many Gaels who passed away during 2022. As usual there are many, fine people, men, and women, who contributed significantly to the G.A.A. during their lifetimes. All this, over two hundred pages, for €15.

LOTTO 27/12/2022

Lotto results – numbers drawn 5, 14, 15 ,18 – No Winner – lucky dips Nelly Joy, Cashel, Mary O Donnell(address to be confirmed) Racgel Kilgallen & Gerry Heenan – to be entered in dec €500 draw which takes place next week. Sellers – Ml Purcell & Rockwell Rovers – next weeks jackpot €9000- thank you for your support
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Congratulations to the following prize winners in Xmas Rockwell Rovers Package members draw – Don & Denise Moloney – Fitzgeralds Woodlands Hotel Break , Martina & Kieran Durkin – meal for 2 Cahir House Hotel, Gerry & Anne Heenan – meal for 2 Deansgrove Restaurant Dundrum , Dan & Siobhan Cronin – Morriseys Supervalue Cashel hamper , Dermot & Maria O Brien- Centenary Co- op Cashel Voucher & Powerfleet Tool , Elaine & Matty Cummins Senator Windows Wine, Chocolates & Diary – thank you all for supporting Rockwell Rovers & thanks to the sponsors for the prizes