Local Notes: Music concert, sympathies, calendar for 2026, stage school news and more
There are a lot of things happening in the Tramore area
Slimming World has some exciting news to share. You can enjoy free membership, worth €9, until September 20, when you commit to six or twelve weeks of slimming support at the Tramore group. This is the perfect time to step into a new season and feel your very best. Whether you are restarting, refocusing, or joining for the first time, you will find the support, recipes, and motivation to help you every step of the way. Our warm and friendly groups run in Tramore at the Community Care Centre (Meals on Wheels) on Tuesdays at 6pm, and on Fridays at 7.30am for the early bird session or at 9am. You can also join us in Carrick-on-Suir at the Nano Nagle Community Resource Centre on Wednesdays at 5.30pm or 7pm, and on Thursday mornings at 9.30am.
The Waterford Lions Club will present September Notes, an evening of music and song, next month. The event will feature Róisín O’Grady (soprano), Joey Whelan (guitar), the Libra String Quartet, and the City of Waterford Brass. It will take place at Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens, Tramore. There will also be a wine and cheese reception in aid of Tramore Meals on Wheels. The event is scheduled for Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 7:30pm. Admission is €20, and tickets are available by phone only at 086 3537410.
The Vicki Graham Stage School will begin its new term in September. The school offers classes in singing, acting, and dancing, providing young people with the opportunity to develop their confidence and performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Classes are open to children and teenagers aged 4 to 18 years, with limited spaces available to ensure quality teaching and individual attention. Sessions take place every Tuesday and Thursday. If you would like further information or wish to reserve a place, contact 086 9408998
The Tramore 2026 Calendar has been officially launched. This marks the fifth year of capturing the beauty of Tramore and sharing it with you all. The calendar is packed with Kevin Doyle’s favourite images from 2025. Every calendar sold includes a €1 donation to Juniors for Juniors, a fantastic local Waterford foundation supporting youth initiatives. Thanks to your support, we have raised €1,000 each year since the beginning, and we hope to achieve this again. The calendar is available online at www.kevindoylephotography.ie. It is also available in the usual stockists for €10. Let’s make the 2026 edition as popular as last year’s.
It is with sadness that we record the passing of Marion Cahill (née: Shortall), late of The Terrace, Tramore, and late of The Little Sisters of the Poor, St. Joseph’s Home, Ferrybank. Marion passed away peacefully on Friday, August 15, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Dermot and her five brothers she is deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her children Diane, Vincent and Bernard, son-in-law Martin, daughters-in-law Shirley and Caroline, her cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Reposing at St. Joseph’s Home, Ferrybank, on Monday Requiem Mass took place on Tuesday morning in the Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Best of luck to Zara Breslin and Team Ireland as they depart for Sheffield and a multi-nation camp ahead of the World Boxing Championships in September. Zara is a talented and decorated amateur boxer from Tramore Boxing Club. Having already achieved national success and gained international recognition by winning the Haringey Box Cup, she is now ready to compete on the global stage at the World Championships. At just 24 years old this year, she is widely recognised as a rising star in Irish boxing, with glowing endorsements from established champions.
Tom McCloskey, Treasurer at Tramore Tennis Club, proudly presented a cheque for €3,000, money that had been raised at a special fundraiser night for young Emma. Emma, the beloved granddaughter of our treasured long-standing member Hilda Healy, was at the heart of the evening. Hilda herself came along to receive the cheque, which went directly towards Emma’s care and the expenses of her family. Emma Flynn is a bright, brave 10-year-old who had been diagnosed with Idiopathic Aplastic Anaemia and needed a bone marrow transplant in Holland. Her grandmother Hilda has always been such a valued member of the club, and it was only natural that members came out in their droves to support both Emma and her family. The courts were full of life as members, new and old, played some great tennis, shared plenty of laughter, and enjoyed each other’s company. The generosity of the wider community shone through too - over 50 spot prizes were donated by local businesses, an incredible show of support that did not go unnoticed. Every euro raised went directly to Emma and her family. A huge thanks went to the volunteers who made the night such a success: Karen, Monica, Mary, Ethna, Melanie, the committee, and many more. Tramore Tennis Club has always been built on the kindness and effort of its volunteers and supporters, and this event was a shining example of that spirit.
A major fundraising quiz in aid of Irish Hospice will take place on Thursday, September 5, at the Ritz Bar, Tramore. The event will get under way at 8pm and tables of four will cost 4 €30, with registration from 7.30pm. The event will be followed by and an auction of items including signed jersey from Kerry footballer, David Clifford and two tickets for the Ireland V Portugal international at Aviva, 4 Ball for Tramore & Faithlegg and a signed Waterford jersey, plus many more. A raffle will take place on the night too with some great prizes on offer. Music will be provided by Gary Kent and MC will be Conor Hayes. For more info contact Conor on 087 3250048.
