Lorrha Notes
Maura Reddin (fourth from left) and her family pictured at the screening of Lorrha Community Celebrates Tony Reddin with “Hero of Three Counties” on Saturday night last.
Pictured attending the Lorrha Community Celebrates Tony Reddin with “Hero of Three Counties” in Lorrha was Pat McLoughney, Majella Reddin, Paddy Dermody, Maura Reddin, Michael Liffey.
Lorrha Community Celebrates Tony Reddin with “Hero of Three Counties” Screening
On Saturday, 12th October 2024, the Lorrha & Dorrha GAA Community Hall hosted a special event to honour the life of legendary hurler Tony Reddin. The evening, organized by the Heritage Subcommittee of the Lorrha Development Association, featured a video screening titled “Hero of Three Counties”, the latest episode in the ongoing “Treasured Memories” series.
The event, led by Master of Ceremonies Michael Brophy, focused on video interviews with individuals who shared personal stories about Tony Reddin. The interviews, conducted by Michael Brophy and series producer Peter Seman, included heartfelt recollections from Maura Reddin, Majella Reddin, Paddy Dermody, Michael Liffey, Philip McIntyre, Pat McLoughney, Brian and Pad Joe Whelahan, Seamus King, and Damien Martin. These stories provided a vivid picture of Reddin’s exceptional life as a sportsman and a beloved figure within his community.
Tony Reddin, is celebrated as one of the greatest hurling goalkeepers, with lasting impact in Galway, Tipperary, and Offaly. His remarkable contributions to the sport, as well as his humility and character, were fondly remembered throughout the evening.
The event was attended by several of those interviewed in the film, along with members of Tony Reddin’s family, friends, and fans who had travelled from near and far to be part of the occasion. The atmosphere was filled with warmth and nostalgia as guests reflected on Reddin’s legacy.
After the screening, attendees enjoyed tea, coffee, and an assortment of delicious treats, allowing for further conversation and connection. The Heritage Subcommittee extends their gratitude to everyone who participated, making it a memorable and enjoyable evening.
This was the second instalment of the “Treasured Memories” series, with more screenings planned for early next spring, continuing the tradition of celebrating local legends.
Halloween Raffle
Rathcabbin Tidy Towns are currently running their annual Halloween Raffle. There are some great prizes to be won. All monies raised will go directly back into the village to help us continue making improvements. This year as a result of your support we were able to paint the exterior of our community hall, create a large pollinator friendly flower bed in the hall car park, develop a new carpet rose bed at the church along with several other smaller projects. Tickets can be bought on idonate at €5 from any volunteer or after mass with the top prize of a €400 travel voucher and many more valuable prizes. They are also available in Kelly’s, Friar’s Tavern, Sceal shop and Mulrooney’s garage. We really appreciate all the support. Thanking you in advance.
Christmas Fair and Auction.
The Parents Association of Lorrha National School are holding a Christmas Fair & Auction on Saturday 30th November from 2pm to 5pm at The Friars Tavern Lorrha, E45 V651. Anyone wishing to purchase a stall or donate to the auction please contact Gena on 085-8187488 or Theresa on 086-0052826.
iDonate Fundraiser.
Rathcabbin Hall committee have set up an iDonate page for anyone wishing to make a contribution towards the upkeep of the new toilet block in the hall. The link to follow is https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/Rathcabbin Hall. Please support this fundraiser no matter how small.
Camogie History.
Anyone with information on the camogie club from 1984 which will be included in the forthcoming GAA history by Seamus King, please contact (086) 8647166 or email roselmannion@yahoo.ie.
Weekend Masses in Our Parish.
Saturday : 6.30pm Lorrha Church. Sunday: 11.30am Rathcabbin Church, Monday: 9.30am Lorrha Church (except Bank Holidays). Lay led Liturgies will be held on the weekend of 12th & 13th October, in all three parishes, as there will be a priest on holidays.
For Married Couples.
Catholic Marriage Encounter in Ireland is a weekend experience is for married couples who want something more in their marriage ~ more fun, spontaneity, excitement, communication, understanding, romance, intimacy, passion, joy. Our next Marriage Enrichment Weekend is Friday 8th – 10th November 2024. Venue: Focolare Centre, Prosperous, Co. Kildare Online booking only: www.marriageencounter.ie.
Camogie Success.
Congratulations is extended to the Lorrha Junior A team and management who are through to the semi final after their one point victory over Brian Boru on a scoreline of 2.9 to 1.11. Well done all.
GAA News
There was No Winner of this weeks lotto jackpot of €7,400. The numbers drawn on 14 October were: 6-9-16-23. 7 Matched 3’s: Gabrielle Duffy, Fergus Gorman, Eoin McIntyre, John McLeish, Garrett Ryan, Dermot & Noreen, The Poker Crew. Promoters: Kathleen Gleeson, Sean Mannion, Internet. Next Monday’s draw will be for a jackpot of €7,500 with Team 2 in charge of the draw. Thank you for your continued support.
Junior ‘A’ Camogie: Well done to the team and management on their 2-9 to 1-11 quarter final win over Brian Borus on Saturday. Best of luck in the county semi-final against Gortnahoe-Glengoole this weekend. Fixture TBC.
Junior ‘C’: Hard luck to the Junior ‘C’ hurlers who were defeated 1-13 to 0-8 by Ballina in the North semi-final on Sunday. Thanks to players and management for their efforts.
Under 21: Lorrha Rovers take on Portroe in the first round of the North Under 21 ‘B’ Hurling Championship this Sunday, in Portroe at 12 noon.
Social Dancing: continues this Friday at 9.30pm in the Tony Reddin Centre to the music of Glenn Flynn.
Euro-Millions Syndicate: There are still a few outstanding tickets. Try to return as soon as possible, preferably with full books. All efforts are greatly appreciated.
Tony Reddin Film: A huge well done on their excellent presentation on Tony Reddin, ‘The Hero of Three counties’ last Saturday night.
Tipperary Clubs Draw: We had two winners in the October draw held last week in Betty Houlihan & family, and Ger & Angela Lambe.
Did you know?
In 1947 Mahatma Gandhi began his march for peace in East Bengal.
In 1958 the European Economic Community, better known as the ‘Common Market’ started operating.
On January 4th 2021, the Oxford AstraZeneca Covid 19 vaccine was given to the first person in the UK.
Because Gmail first launched on 1st. April 2004, many people thought it was an April Fools’ Day prank.
John F. Kennedy was the first US President to be born in the 20th century.
The inventor of Vaseline, used to eat a spoonful of it every day.
Paris was originally a Roman city called ‘Lutetia’.
Scientists can identify individual Zebras by ‘scanning’ their stripes like a barcode.
Thought for the week….
You cannot depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.