Aged in her 97th year and pre-deceased by her husband Michael, sons Neil and James and baby Cora; Mrs Boland passed away peacefully at her daughters residence, surrounded by her loving family. Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; daughters Ina, Peggy, Kit, Marie, Veronica and Patricia, sons Michael, Gerry, Liam and Kevin, her sisters Peggy and Kitty, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, extended relatives, close neighbours and friends.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs Boland, same can be viewed streamed live online, at a link to follow.
The extended Boland and Fleming families wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Note Please: House private on Thursday morning. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Fethard Day Care Centre.
Suaimhneas síoraí dá h-anam dílis i dteannta na Naomh agus na n-aingeal.
View hereunder yet another section of Tipperary Co. Council’s Part 8 Revised Planning Report, Phase 2, latter updated in early July 2024, and prepared by AECOM.
Parnell Street, Thurles, Co. Tipperary. Quotes are taken exactly as stated on the Phase 2 Report: “The existing conditions on Parnell Street footpaths, with widths ranging from 0.7m at the intersection with Liberty Square to 5m just south of the intersection with Castle Avenue. There is one signalised pedestrian crossing along the street located at the entrance to the Credit Union car park. The carriageway ranges in width from 5m – 7m, and the road changes from two-way to one-way at an unmarked location outside the Courthouse. There is 144m of on-street pay and display parking.”
Note: Here the engineers; writers of this report, have confused Parnell Street with O’Donovan Rossa Street, as there is no Courthouse on Parnell Street in Thurles, unless it moved last night. The reference to the ‘Credit Union car park’ rather than the ‘Parnell Street car park’ leaves the reader wondering if planners visited Thurles at all, and did Tipperary Co. Council staff/officials actually fail to read the report in full, on receipt, hence failing to return same for correction and a badly needed spell check, before allowing it to be made available for public reading.
School sign out of view of on-coming motorist and Zebra Crossing light hidden from view by overhanging trees.
Note also: The ‘signalised pedestrian crossing‘ referred in above report is in fact a ‘pedestrian light controlled crossing’ or ‘a Pelican crossing’, thus differentiating it from a ‘Zebra crossing’, existing further up this same street, outside Scoil Ailbe, shrouded for years with tree branches.
See image above, which also includes a school sign close to the railway bridge, no longer warning oncoming traffic of the primary school’s existence, which we had asked the Thurles Municipal District to rectify back in mid-January 2022. See video hereunder dated January 16th, 2022.
Parnell Street (formerly New Street) continued.
Quote from Phase 2 Report: “The proposed layout of Parnell Street remains largely unchanged from the existing conditions. High end paving is proposed on both footpaths between Liberty Square and Hikeys Lane. The footpaths are to be widened towards, the junction with Cúchulainn Road to comply with DMURS*.
*DMURS – Design Manual for Urban Roads and Streets.
“This is to accommodate the proposed uncontrolled pedestrian crossings across the western, eastern and southern arms. These crossing are proposed to have tactile paving for visually impaired pedestrians. The junction of Parnell Street, Cúchulainn Road and Castle Avenue is proposed to have a raised table and the corners tightened through the widening of the footpaths at these corners to comply with DMURS. High end paving is proposed on the footpaths at this junction.” “North of this junction a School Zone is proposed outside of Scoil Ailbhe. This will include NTA Safe Routes to School markings, to make drivers aware of the presence of school children. There is also a raised zebra crossing proposed in this location, to provide a controlled crossing facility for pedestrians to enhance pedestrian safety.” “The widening of footpaths and provision of clearly marked pedestrian crossings are essential in providing safe, accessible and continuous links for pedestrians, in particular children attending the various schools in the area. Additionally, introducing tightened corners and raised tables will reduce vehicle speeds and increase visibility for drivers, creating a safer environment for pedestrians.”
Cúchulainn Road (formerly Nicholas Street).
Quote from Phase 1 Report: “It is proposed to limit traffic flow to one way, with no vehicles permitted entry to Cuchulain Road at the junction with O’Donovan Rossa Street.
Cúchulainn Road (formerly Nicholas Street).
This proposed measure will enable the widening of footpaths on both sides along the length of the road. The widening of footpaths along this section provides safer facilities for pedestrians, particularly school children attending the schools located on both the R498 and Brittas Road, to navigate this area. Raised tables with buildouts to tighten corner radii are proposed for the junctions at either end of the road. At these junction’s high end paving is proposed for the footpaths.”
These proposed changes will now see all southbound traffic forced to exit left unto an already congested Liberty Square. We see already vehicles, in an attempt to avoid the town centre, travelling northwards on the N62, before turning right onto the extremely narrow Rossestown Road, to again emerge on the east side of Thurles via the Bohernamona Road. This proposed change is suggested despite this Phase 2 Report acknowledging;Quote“The National Road N62 goes through Liberty Square is a significant artery in the Tipperary road network and further afield, connecting Athlone with the M8 motorway. Traffic flow though Thurles town centre will therefore be maintained as it is key to the economy of the region.“
Remember: Public consultation is a fundamental element of the ‘Part 8’ planning application process. After the expiration of the period during which submissions may be made, a report is then presented to the members of the Council. This report will contain a summary of the issues raised and the Chief Executive’s response. This report will recommend whether or not the proposed development should be proceeded with as proposed, or recommend necessary changes.
Has anyone read the Thurles Town Centre Masterplan Proposals found HERE.
Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Margaret, sister Josie and baby brother Michael; Mr Kearney passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, following a long illness most bravely borne and while in the care of staff at Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; devoted wife Margaret (née Spillane), daughter Yvonne, son Shane, grandchildren Megan, Alex and Aoife, daughter-in-law Fiona, brothers Philip and Patrick, sister Mary, nephews, nieces, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunt Mary, extended relatives, colleagues in Taylor Made (Templemore), neighbours and friends.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Kearney, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Kearney and Spillane families wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) today states that it has been highlighted at EU level that there have been a low, but persistent, number of food-borne illnesses related to the consumption of raw or uncooked beans. These food-borne illnesses relate to the presence of naturally occurring lectins*, which are found in some varieties of fresh and dried beans.
*NoteLectins are proteins found in many plants such as tomatoes, potatoes and whole grains.
However, legumes (green beans, lentils, peas, kidney beans, French beans, sugar snap peas, etc.) contain the highest amounts of lectins. Properly prepared legumes are a low-cost source of nutrients which are important in maintaining good health. They are considered a source of good quality protein and soluble fibre and are low in fat and calories. However, it is the consumption of uncooked or insufficiently prepared legumes that can cause illness in some consumers, due to the presence of lectins.
The FSAI recommends that consumers take the following precautions to reduce or eliminate the harmful properties of lectins, thereby making legumes safe to eat:
Dried Beans: The product manufacturer’s instructions should be followed for the preparation of these beans. In the absence of cooking instructions, dried beans should be first soaked for at least 12 hours. It is important to discard the water used for soaking, and to use fresh water for the cooking step to ensure the removal of lectins present in the water that was used for soaking. The beans should then be boiled for at least 30 minutes before eating them.
Fresh Beans: These beans should be rinsed thoroughly in fresh water and cooked/boiled for 10 minutes before eating them.
Canned Beans or Beans in Jars: These types of beans are already fully cooked, which ensures that lectins are destroyed. It is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the preparation and consumption of these beans.
Dr Pamela Byrne, Chief Executive, FSAI, today states that whilst Ireland has a low incidence of food-borne illness associated with the consumption of improperly prepared legumes, consumers should note this advice and adjust their food habits accordingly. Ms Byrne stated; “Over the last few years, lectins have become a potential cause of food-borne illness across a number of EU countries. This may be linked to an increase in the consumption of raw vegetables, as some people seek a more plant-based diet. Whilst legumes are a nutritious food, eating them raw or undercooked should be avoided, due to the presence of lectins. The severity of illness depends on the type of lectin consumed, the amount consumed, and an individual’s sensitivity to that type of lectin.”
Mr Fogarty passed away suddenly at his place of residence.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; his wife Lillian, sons Martin and Seamus, daughter Liz, adored grandchildren Lily and Emma extended relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
Funeral arrangements for Mr Fogarty will be published later, as soon as final details are confirmed.
The extended Fogarty family wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
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