Local Notes: New venue, Tramore RNLI, sympathies and new club logo
Ann Curran and Mary Goff, at the Majestic Hotel for the Tramore Hospice Support coffee morning. Photo: Joe Evans
The death occurred of Michael (Mickey) O’Callaghan, Bessborough Walk, Banagher Court, Piltown, Co Kilkenny, on Saturday, September 28. Formerly of Mayors Walk, and late of Darrer's Stores, Waterford and Waterford Homeless Action Team, he is sadly, missed by his life partner Mary, children Thomas, Michael, Julie, Val, Lorraine, John and Lisa, their partners Mary, Dean, Marcel, Charlie, Amber and Kieran, grandchildren Alex, Holly, Robbie, JJ, Sonny and Beau, brothers Tony and Liam, Kilmacow, sister Maria Power, St Otteran’s Terrace, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, cousin Theresa Casey, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Mickey was a permanent presence at his beloved Tramore AFC for over 40 years. Nothing energised Mick more than a visit to his spiritual home at Graun Park. Always loving the craic with his great friends along the back wall. Mickey also served on our committee over the years. He loved to pay a visit to his beloved sister Maria Power at St. Otteran's Terrace. His human touch put others at ease. He was the ultimate Good Samaritan, as Mick's work for the homeless knew no limits. He reposed at his family residence, Piltown, on Tuesday evening, with Requiem Mass on Wednesday morning in Ballybricken Church, Waterford, followed by burial in St Mary's Cemetery, Ballygunner.
Slimming World Tramore are moving-new venue on Friday mornings in Tramore, as and from last Friday, October 4. At 7.30am first early bird session and 9am - perfect for after school run. The new venue is at Tramore Community Care Centre (Meals on Wheels) on Pond Road, Tramore.
Congratulations to Oliver Kadlcek of Gee Haw Dog Training, who was finalist in the Local Pet Awards for the Dog trainer/Obedience Training Class of the Year. Oliver, originally from Vienna, is passionate about dogs and has lived in Tramore since 2001. While on National Service in Austria he was assigned to the dog unit for 10 years where he gained a methodical approach to canine training. When he came to Tramore he qualified with distinction for Dog Trainer and Canine Behaviour Trainer. He started Gee Haw Dog training to help promote and support responsible dog ownership. He can be contacted on 087 9890970.
Eight volunteers from the Tramore Lifeboat RNLI recently completed a demanding three-day Casualty Care Course, designed to enhance their skills in handling emergency situations at sea. The training combined both theoretical and practical elements, covering a wide range of critical areas, including trauma care, spinal injuries, fractures, hypothermia, drowning, CPR, and AED usage. During the course, the volunteers faced high-pressure scenarios that closely resembled real-life rescue operations. These included simulating rescues in the dark and working in confined spaces to extricate and evacuate casualties quickly and safely. RNLI casualty care trainers Michael Butler and John Gorman led the sessions, sharing their extensive knowledge and maintaining a positive and professional atmosphere throughout the course. The volunteers who completed the training include Kevin, Fergal, Dave, Tom, Conor, Nóirín, and Gerry. The RNLI extended thanks not only to the trainers but also to the families of the crew members for their continued support and understanding. The skills learned will be invaluable in future rescue missions, ensuring the safety of both the volunteers and the people they save.
Newtown & Guillamene Swimming Club are delighted to announce the winner and runner ups to the recent club logo competition - which had many entries. We would like to thank all students from the local Ard Scoil Na Mara in Tramore who submitted an entry to the competition. Congratulations to Caitlyn Ablett who created the winning design and congratulations to our two runners-up Martha Byrne and Alex Wade on extremely strong designs. The club also wishes to thank the judges, Gary Walsh (committee member), local professional artist Ken O'Neill and local graphics designer Leon Murphy.
The Ciorcal Comhrá (conversation circle in Irish) is back on Thursday evenings at 7pm in Tramore Library. All levels and abilities are welcome to attend, listen and engage as you wish. Improve your Irish vocabulary and speaking in a friendly relaxed conversational group. All welcome.
Cuidiú Waterford's weekly Tramore 'Bumps 'n' Babes' play group, will take place on Thursday, October 10, and all parents, carers, grandparents and childminders along with their babies, wobblers and toddlers are invited to go along for some play, a cuppa and a chat. Located at Riverstown Community Centre, Tramore (X91 F2AH), there's some free on site and nearby parking. It will take place every Thursday from 10am to 11am and no need to pre-book. It's a nice chilled out time where babies/toddlers can play together in a safe enclosed environment while parents/carers can chat and relax and get out of the house. There is a small charge of €2 per family for Cuidiú members or €3 for non-members which covers the cost of the hall, and you will get a free cup of coffee or tea.
