Local Notes: Tradchestra, biodiversity champions and furniture appeals
Metal Man, Tramore, Waterford, Ireland
The Tramore Guild of the ICA has a long-standing reputation for their dedication to supporting the local community, and their recent donation of €400 to Tramore Sea Rescue's fundraising drive is truly commendable. It's great to see such acts of kindness and generosity making a tangible impact on organizations like the Sea Rescue. Community support like this not only provides vital financial assistance but also serves as a morale booster for the volunteers who dedicate their time and effort to serving others. Please convey our gratitude to the fabulous ladies of the ICA for their continued contributions to the well-being of the community.
Huge thanks also, to Newtown and Guillamene Swimming Club for their ongoing support in our fundraising drive to replace our lifeboat & update our equipment. The committee presented our volunteers with the proceeds of the Newtown & Guillamene Sponsored Christmas Swim totalling €5,756! We are most grateful to all who contributed to the success of the 2023 Christmas swim. To all who raised sponsorship and to all who donated - thank you for your generosity.
Order of Malta Ireland Ambulance Corps with Tramore Unit's involvement in providing medical assistance at the recent concert at the 3 Arena, Dublin. Events like these require seamless coordination and teamwork, and it's wonderful to hear that units from across the country came together to ensure the safety and well-being of attendees. The dedication and professionalism shown by all involved reflect positively on the organization and its commitment to serving the community. Please extend our appreciation to the members of the Tramore Unit and all those who contributed to making the event a success.
This year’s St Patrick’s Day Tramore parade was surely the biggest and best. The weather was brilliantly sunny and with the many hundreds of children marching, it was such a joy to behold. The new route, viewed by huge numbers of Tramore people and visitors, who came out in their droves, from the Canon’s Field to Old Waterford Road, then passing by the end of St Otteran’s Terrace and Kennedy Park, going on past the Racecourse Roundabout, on to the GAA Roundabout and finally across to the Majestic Hotel, where all the participating clubs and organisations were reviewed from the stand. A huge buala bos to the organisers and many others that ensured the parade was an overwhelming success. Gura maith agaibh go léir.
This year, the St Patrick’s Day parade was simply outstanding. The Juvenile, Camogie Club and our Ladies Gaelic Football Club marched in unison, in huge numbers, all kitted out in their Club Tops and wearing the Irish colours as well. What a wonderful sight. Thanks to all our young marchers, and to their coaches and managers, who had everything organised to a tee. Well done and thanks to you all.
Vincent's living furniture shop is opening very soon, and we are looking for volunteers that can assist our driver in picking up donations of furniture for our new shop. If you feel you can give a few hours a week and join our fantastic team, then please contact us on 051393518 or call in for more information.
On Saturday March 16, Helen O’Sullivan née O'Reilly, Priest’s Road, Tramore, and formerly of Kilmacthomas passed away. Helen was predeceased by her parents Danny and Bridie, brother Noel. She will be sadly missed by her beloved husband Paddy, children Pat, Melanie and Eoin, grandson John, sisters Phil, Margaret-Anne, Breda and Anna, brother John, daughter-in-law Jennifer, son-in-law Richard, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours, and her wide circle of friends. She was a long-standing member of the Tramore Active Retirement Association and enjoyed playing cards with friends on Thursday mornings at Tramore Golf Club.
She spent many years with Tramore Voluntary Housing Association committee. Having reposed at Thompsons Funeral Home, Waterford on Wednesday she was buried in St Patrick’s Cemetery following requiem mass in the Holy Cross Church, on Thursday morning.
Thrilled to welcome Marina Mulligan, the new Biodiversity Officer for Waterford City and County, to our beach cleanup at Tramore Beach recently. It was a pleasure meeting Marina, and we're excited about collaborating in the future.
The Tradchestra Advanced Ensemble will be held in Tramore on Saturday, April 27th, and Sunday, April 28th. This fusion music group welcomes applicants of the appropriate level. Due to the busy musical events weekend, we will adjust our times to accommodate as many interested participants as possible. Glor na Mara Primary School will host the event this year, with tickets priced at €80. Aine McCarthy-Kent serves as the director, while Rebecca McCarthy-Kent holds the roles of Composer and Musical Director, with Jana McCarthy-Kent as Assistant Director. For further information and application forms, please contact 087 9832 963 or email tradcastra@gmail.com.
