Local Notes: Ploughing star, community centre news and more from Touraneena
TOURANEENA: Well done to all who took part in the Pink Run recently.
Are you ready to banish the winter blues? A new schedule of Hyrox fitness classes is kicking off at the Sliabh gCua Community Centre, designed to boost your strength, endurance, and overall fitness. The class schedule for the winter is: Tuesday 8.15pm, Thursday 6.15am, 10.30am and 8.15pm, Saturday 8.00am.
Numbers are limited so if you are interested, please make sure to book your place as soon as possible. For more information or to book your place, please WhatsApp 087 3185833.
Heartbreak for Waterford in Master’s Spirit Cup All-Ireland Final: Waterford were incredibly unfortunate last Saturday in the All-Ireland Final held in Athlone. In a thrilling encounter against Derry, Waterford delivered an outstanding performance showcasing grit, determination, and skill.
With just one minute left on the clock, the sides were level, Waterford 1-11, Derry 0-14. However, a late point from Derry proved to be the decider, snatching victory and the title for the Ulster side in dramatic fashion.
Despite the narrow loss, Waterford can hold their heads high. Special recognition goes to our two local players, Dennis Coffey and David Whelan, both of whom have been standout footballers for both club and county over the decades and who once again did their county proud.
We extend our sympathy to the Kearney family on the recent passing of James Kearney, Kilmanahan, and formerly of Toureen, The Nire. James is predeceased by his grandson Tom McCarthy, parents Tom and Nell, brothers Paddy, Michael and sister Ann.
We extend our sincere sympathy to his wife Tilly, daughters Rachel McCarthy and Alice Sweeney, sons Brendan and Alan, sons-in-law Brian McCarthy and Aidan Sweeney and daughters-in-law Mags and Joanne, grandchildren Harry, Eve, Isabel and Luke McCarthy, Jack, Molly and Rob Kearney, Conor Sweeney, Hugo, Dan and Jake Kearney. Brothers John, William, Tom and Walter, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral mass for James was in Our Lady and St. Laurence Church, Fourmilewater, followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May James rest in peace.
A huge well done to Jimmy Cotter on his fantastic achievement in claiming third place in the Intermediate Reversible Plough Class.
Jimmy put in a strong performance, holding off tough competition from Dermot Ryan (Offaly) and Tom Lonergan (Tipperary South) to secure his well-deserved spot on the podium. A great result, well done, Jimmy.
Our ‘Predict Your Time’ League is Back!. Starting this Monday night at 7pm at Kirwan Park Track, Touraneena. The format remains the same as before with the clock countdown starting at 7pm for 45 minutes. For example, if you think the 4k route will take you 45 minutes, you start at 7pm, if you think the route will take you 30 minutes, you start at 7.15pm and so forth.
This Monday night the cash prize is sponsored by Regina Carroll of Tír na nÓg Playschool and Sandra and Trevor Power, Early Bird Eggs.
The prize is €30 cash for the winner and there will be another €30 cash prize drawn amongst all participants on the night.
The Predict Your Time League will run right up to the Winter League in Dungarvan, making it a perfect opportunity to stay active and build fitness. We would love to see as many as possible for our Monday nights as the route is suitable for both walkers and runners. Please note that high visibility jackets are essential. The cost is only €2 per night, so why not join us for some fun and friendly competition!
11,17,19 were the jackpot numbers drawn last Sunday night and there was one lucky winner. Many congratulations to Imelda Gleeson on her great win. The jackpot amount will revert to €200 for next Sunday night's draw. The promoter’s prize of €20 was won by Brendan Tobin.
Last week’s riddle was: There are 10 people in an empty, square room. Each person has full sight of the entire room and everyone in it without turning his head or body or moving in any way (other than the eyes). Where can you place an apple so that all but one person can see it?
Answer: Place the apple on one person’s head.
This week’s riddle is: What is black when you buy it, red when you use it, and grey when you throw it away?
Answer in this column next week.
