Podcasts about Thurles

ON THIS week's podcast, we chat to Cork senior hurler Darragh Fitzgibbon as he is set to return to action after he had appendicitis.Eir Ambassador Fitzgibbon is encouraging GAA clubs nationwide to enter the eir Poc Tapa Challenge, where the fastest team wins €5,000 for their club and the chance to play in Croke Park on semi‑final day. To enter, check out eir Ireland on socials.As Cork take on Offaly in the All-Ireland SHC quarter-final this Sunday (3.30pm) in Semple Stadium, Thurles, we chat to Fitzgibbon about his recovery, the strength of the Cork panel and the mood following their Munster final defeat to Limerick.Also in the show, we look back at wins for the Cork LGFA and camogie teams after they saw off Waterford and Tipperary respectively.All this and more on this week's Star Sport Podcast. Watch above. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, by using the player below or by searching 'Southern Star Sport Podcast' wherever you get yours.Follow our hosts on X: @matt_hurley01 and @KieranMcC_SSProduced by Matthew Hurley***The Star Sport Podcast is brought to you in association with Access Credit Union.Access Credit Union - Where your bank really does matter. Choose Credit Union, Choose Local, Choose Community. For more visit www.accesscu.ie https://accesscu.ie/ Eir Ambassador Darragh Fitzgibbon is marking eir's continued support of the All‑Ireland Senior Hurling Championship and the fourth year of the Poc Tapa Challenge, a competition open to every GAA club in the country, where the fastest team wins €5,000 for their club and the chance to play in Croke Park on semi‑final day. To enter, visit @eir.Ireland on Instagram. Eir is recognised by Opensignal as having Ireland's No.1 5G network coverage.Subscribe to The Southern Star's digital edition for less than €2 per week via https://subscribe.southernstar.ie/plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rebels flying high after Donegal winThe Echo Sport Podcast crew is back to discuss another bumper weekend of Cork GAA action.Now in its fourth season, the podcast sees the Echo team discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. In the wake of Saturday's incredible All-Ireland SFC win over Donegal, Denis Hurley is joined by Barry O'Mahony and John Horgan.Going in as outsiders in the round 2A clash in Ballybofey, Cork were given little chance of taking the direct route to the quarter-finals, especially when they trailed at half-time, but a flurry of two-pointers swung the game the way of John Cleary's men.All things considered, Barry O'Mahony reckons that it was the county's biggest football championship win since the 2010 All-Ireland, with the county board's decision to sanction a flight to Derry vindicated.Cork now have the luxury of a gap until the quarter-finals at the end of June, with the round 3 fixtures this weekend set to eliminate four of Monaghan, Westmeath, Donegal, Dublin, Kerry, Armagh, Mayo and Meath. Waiting along with Cork for the last-eight ties in Croke Park are Galway, Louth and Derry, underlining the sense that it is the most open football championship in years.In the recent past, Cork have been guilty of following a good result with a poor one and the challenge now is to change that record and reach a semi-final, something that has not happened since 2012.That year, both the Cork hurlers and footballers made the last four of their respective championships and the hurlers can complete the first leg of such a double this Sunday if they beat Offaly in the All-Ireland SHC quarter-final in Thurles.Despite the expected absences of Tommy O'Connell and Tim O'Mahony, Cork will be strong favourites to get the better of the Faithful County, though Offaly did impress in qualifying from the Leinster round-robin.Notwithstanding Limerick's defeat to Dublin last year, the panel expect Cork to respond strongly to the Munster SHC loss to the Shannonsiders. Also in action this weekend are Keith Ricken's minor football side, who take on Derry as they seek to build on an impressive campaign to date.While the minor hurlers lost their semi-final to Tipperary, it was their seventh championship game and laid a foundation for the further development of the players involved.You can listen at https://www.echolive.ie/podcast or wherever you get your podcasts.a Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clare U20 Hurling boss Terence Fahy says his side delivered their best display of the season that saw them claim the All Ireland U20 Hurling title. The Banner claimed a sixth All-Ireland title at the grade with a 4-20 to 2-16 defeat of Galway in Thurles. It follows up the All Ireland title the squad won at minor, along with this year's dramatic Munster Final victory. Fahy says he knew the squad hadn't peaked prior to the decider.

Sean Walsh, Johnny Coen and Cyril Farrell reflected on Galway's loss to Clare in the All-Ireland U20 Hurling Championship Final at Semple Stadium, Thurles on Sunday.

Galway U20 Hurling Manager Gavin Keary after Galway's loss to Clare in the All-Ireland U20 Hurling Championship Final in Semple Stadium, Thurles on Sunday.

Presented by Leo Doyle and Pat McNamara who with guests Sean O' Halloran and Danny Chaplin discuss Wednesday's Munster U20 hurling win and look forward to the weekend's senior hurling ties including Clare's crunch clash with Tipperary in Thurles. Originally broadcast on 17th May 2026

Tonight we have reaction to Tipperary's exit from the hurling championship. Our defeat in Thurles at the hands of Clare spelled the end of our involvement in the championship as our defence of the Liam McCarthy has ended. We hear from Liam Cahill and have analysis with JJ, Tom and Cian Treacy. Our camogie team are Munster Champions after victory over Waterford. We hear from manager James Heffernan and have analysis from Geraldine. We have under 20 and minor hurling analysis from Ken and local football with Barry. It is an extended Extra Time this week and we hope you like....

Gardaí are urging Clare fans not to take the Thurles exit on the motorway when travelling to Semple Stadium tomorrow. Due to extensive roadworks taking place on the Nenagh to Thurles road, motorists are expected to face significant delays for the evening throw-in. Instead fans are being urged to continue on the motorway to Templemore or Roscrea and approach from that side or to alternatively exit the motorway at Birdhill. Inspector James White has this advice.

The Cork hurlers two from two to start the round robin series for the first time since its inception in 2018 and the footballers into a first Munster final in five years... a good weekend's work.The Echo Sport Podcast crew break down the action from Thurles and SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh and access the state of play with time to take a breath before the action resumes after the May Bank Holiday. Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field.On the hurling front, Cork emptied the tank to pull off a victory against Limerick, who, despite losing Aaron Gillane to a training-ground injury and Cian Lynch to a second-half red card, came very close to winning on Leeside. For the hosts, it's now 11 games in league and championship without defeat since two years ago when going under to Clare left them on the brink.It's been an incredible run, as Man of the Match and captain Darragh Fitzgibbon told RTE: "It's just unbelievable here, these are the best days of our lives.”Now look we all know it's an All-Ireland we crave but that shouldn't take from the effort this group of players are putting in to try and end the famine. They had a ropey start on Sunday and didn't manage the last quarter as effectively as we'd have liked with an extra man but Limerick haven't hoovered up 15 major trophies in nine years for nothing.They remain a phenomenal outfit but Cork are in an extremely strong position to make it into the All-Ireland series with plenty to work on as well. Injuries to Ciarán Joyce and Rob Downey are a concern, the puck-outs remain a work in progress and some of the younger guns are still learning. But there are no shortage of positives either, with the goal threat to the fore once more and huge leadership being shown by the more experienced hurlers. On the football front, Cork got going after a sluggish opening half at sun-sorched Semple Stadium before powering to a 15-point victory over Tipp. Being able to call on Ruairí Deane, Colm O'Callaghan and Brian Hurley from the bench highlighted the gulf in class between the sides but Cork are as well set as they've been in a while to rattle Kerry in Killarney.Getting a first win in Fitzgerald Stadium in 31 years will be another sceál of course but there's big interest in the game and John Cleary's charges deserve massive support. Look what difference it makes to the hurlers... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork hurlers were fully deserving winners in their Munster opener in Thurles. The Echo Podcast crew break down the big game and look ahead to round two against Limerick.After a tight first half on Sunday, they dominated the second period, scored more from play and had better balance up front than a Tipp side who didn't fire at all in comparison to the electric All-Ireland final efforts. For Cork, it doesn't atone for losing in Croke on any level really, but it puts them on the front foot for 2026, which is all that matters right now.Debutants Barry Walsh and William had 0-10 between them but the defensive solidity provided by the likes of Rob Downey, Niall O'Leary and Seán O'Donoghue, who have been heavily questioned in recent weeks, was just as important. Patrick Collins varied his puck-outs well and was another who is often doubted inside the county bounds.Of course, as Ben O'Connor pointed out afterwards at the weekend, there's no benefit in getting too excited about a single victory when you could still fail to even make it out of the provincial bearpit: "Limerick are the best team in the country for the last 10 years and we know that we'll have to do our best to put it up to them next weekend.”We preview the second showdown with the Treaty in the space of three weeks. Who marks Aaron Gillane, Gearóid Hegarty and Cathal O'Neill and will Cork get anything like the space they were afforded by the Tipp half-back line, who coughed up 0-12 from play? It only gets tougher from here on!There's also the latest on the Cork minor and U20 games and a round-up of the club hurling leagues, with Midleton and Erin's Own out in front in the top two divisions.There's a review of the Cork U20s' terrific win over Kerry in the Páirc. It was no classic but a significant result given their underage struggles against the rivals and given Dara Sheedy went off injured in the first half.The seniors have a Munster semi-final next Saturday, up in Thurles again in what will be a low-profile affair but where a strong performance will be expected to set up a trip to Kerry at the start of May.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight we spend some time looking back on our defeat in our opening round-robin hurling championship game in Thurles at the hands of Cork. We have analysis and reaction from Cian, J.J. and Tom and we hear the thoughts of Liam Cahill. Our senior camogie fared better against rebel opposition, Ger has the details. Clonmel RFC have a league final to look forward to after a resounding victory over Dolphin on Saturday, Bective Rangers await in the final. TSDL action with Barry rounds off another bust Extra Time, we hope you like.....

All-Ireland winners Paul Murphy and James Skehill are alongside Will O'Callaghan to review the opening weekend of the Munster and Leinster Hurling Championships. Cork picked up a fifth straight win over Tipperary in Thurles, while Galway handed out a 15-point defeat to Kilkenny. The lads also look back on a thriller between Offaly and Dublin, and the Ennis goal-fest between Clare and Waterford! The Hurling Pod on Off the Ball with Applegreen - helping you relax, recharge, and enjoy the journey ahead

Well-known dairy farmer Katie Gleeson is this week's guest on the Young Stock Podcast, joining Sarah McIntosh and Martin Merrick. With over 32.3k followers on her Instagram account Katie in the Country, she is well known for promoting agriculture to the general public online. Not originally from a farming background, Katie qualified as a hairdresser and opened her own salon. She married her husband Phil and built a family home on their dairy farm. While raising their three children, Daniel, Faye and Jack, Katie began sharing the realities of farming online because of her love of photography. Since then, Katie has grown a large following and partners with brands and organisations as a farming influencer. She is also a farm ambassador for the National Dairy Council (NDC) and a member of Dairy Women Ireland.Three years ago, Katie went back to college as a mature student and studied agriculture and sustainability at Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Thurles. Now on professional work experience with Agri Aware, Katie discusses her college course and the opportunities for ag graduates in the sector.Sarah and Martin also discuss their pet peeves, favourite languages and why a chance DM has led Martin to question if love is blind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The wait is over, hurling championship returns this Sunday with an All-Ireland final rematch in Thurles.The Rebel pain from the defeat in Croke Park won't go away with a victory over Tipp on their turf but it would give them with a great chance of progressing from Munster again. While lifting Liam MacCarthy is the aim, all that matters over the coming weeks is that Cork do enough to escape the provincial bearpit.Ben O'Connor had a strong start to his tenure during the league but two recent defeats to Limerick, including the final on Easter Sunday, have left the supporters worrying the hurlers are vulnerable. Injuries to Diarmuid Healy and Seán O'Donoghue are a concern but in Barry Walsh, who is withheld from the U20s this week ahead of his debut, and William Buckley, they've unearthed two lively and direct forwards.There are plenty of talking points going into the clash at Semple Stadium that the Echo Podcast crew discuss, starting with Walsh prioritising the senior clash when Tipp tyro Darragh McCarthy balanced both grades in 2025. There were puck-out issues in the Gaelic Grounds but were Cork holding back options for the championship? Will the half-back line man-mark Tipp's dangerman, particularly Jake Morris, and risk getting pulled out of position like they were by Limerick?What tricks does Liam Cahill have up his sleeve? Will Tipp try a sweeper again?There's also a look at the minors' opening round win over Waterford.On the football front, Cork strangely performed far better against the wind in their win over Limerick than with the gale at their backs. Up 15 points at the break, they were outscored by six in the second half by a Treaty side relegated from Division 3.It was a very disappointing second half in the Páirc so they've plenty to work on before tackling Tipp. Kick-outs were the major talking point as Cork replaced Patrick Doyle with Micheál Aodh Martin in goal and still struggled on restarts, losing 10 out of 25.There's also a look back at the U20 footballers' draw in Clare as they've Kerry next up.The ladies footballers had a great comeback against Galway, lifting the Division 1 league for the first time in seven seasons.Now in its fourth season, every week Éamonn Murphy is joined by The Echo team, including Barry O'Mahony, Denis Hurley, Rory Noonan, Jack McKay, John Horgan and more to discuss all the latest Cork GAA news on and off the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tonight we have reaction to our opening win in the Munster football championship with a win over Waterford. That sets up a semi-final clash with Cork. We look forward to our Munster Hurling Championship clash with Cork this weekend. Camogie too with our senior team also headlining in Thurles next weekend. Racing with David and TSDL action with Barry rounds off another busy Extra Time. We hope you like....

Following the last night of the regular season in the league we get the reaction from Thurles, Limerick and Carlow and Tipp and Kilkenny draw, Limerick win and reach the decider while Carlow get relegated.The KCLR Hurling Podcast brought to you by Morrissey Motors Peugeot Kilkenny.

Jessie Buckley has made history by becoming the first Irish woman to win Best Actress at the Oscars when she scooped the award for her performance in Hamnet! Brendan Fuller, cousin of Jessie Buckley, Mayor of Killarney Councillor Martin Grady, Joan Butler, Music Teacher at Jessie Buckley's former Secondary School, Ursuline Secondary School in Thurles and Marie Linehan from the Kerry Film Festival all joined Andrea Gilligan on the show to discuss.

Tipperary's win on Waterford means Kilkenny survive in division 1 A but we discuss their need need a performance in Thurles next Saturday, we hear from Adrian Ronan and Ken Hogan. Plus we preview St Kieran's in the All-Ireland Final with Brian Carroll as well as Kieran's Manager Brian Dowling. We've also got Joe Nolan on Carlow's bid to avoid relegation but how it may not be a disaster if they don't.The KCLR Hurling Podcast brought to you by Morrissey Motors Peugeot Kilkenny.

On this morning's show... Jessica is very upset because her son, who has autism, does not have a special school place. The quality of public lighting in Cashel. Social democrat Deputy, Aidan Farrelly, on the frustrations of being a TD. Muriel Cuddy has the Wellbeing slot Stephen Gleeson is live from Thurles ahead of Sarah's Cycle. Jo Noble on style.

The excitement is building in Thurles this week for Sarah's Cycle, the fundraiser for Down Syndrome Tipperary. It takes place this Sunday, March 8th. Our own Stephen Gleeson is in Thurles now to meet those involved, and he joins me now. Good morning, Stephen

On this morning's show... Johnny Luby We continue the conversation that Thurles has not fully benefited from its status as the town where the GAA was founded.” A young Clonmel Community Activist is very concerned about the drug problem in Clonmel. Fr Iggy O'Donovan on the Ashes Gate controversary. Deputy Michael Lowry on Dean Maxwell, Nenagh Hospital the Garda College. The Friday Panel will unpack the hot topics of the week.

Ahead of Kilkenny and Cork in the Allianz Hurling League on Sunday, Liam Kelly O'Rourke sat down with Kilkenny's Cian Kenny in The Anner Hotel in Thurles for a wide ranging chat. Over the course of the conversation, the Village man outlined how he has maturing as a hurler over the years, dealing with crticism and much more.Meanwhile, we also hear from Cork's Alan Connolly who spoke to our colleagues in GAA.ie.

This week, Daire Cregg and Sarah McIntosh speak with Matthew Ryan, a native of Thurles in county Tipperary.Matthew is a graduate of UCD Dairy Business and currently works as AgTech and Pharma sales manager with the Irish Farmers Journal.Alongside his job Matthew is heavily involved in the running of the home farm, where they rear calves and keep some thoroughbred horses.In the interview he shares his journey to get where he is today, some of the upsides and downsides to his role and what his day to day consists of.He also shares some aspects of his life outside of the job, including a recently developed grá for long-distance running. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part one of the Podcast Tony Óg Regan looks back on Galway's defeat to Cork in the National Hurling League, while Denis Hurley of The Echo in part two of the Podcast looks ahead to Galway's clash with Cork this weekend.This Podcast is brought to you by Hoare Chartered Accountants and Drone Works Ireland. Drone Works Ireland is your go to place when it comes to buying a drone,repairing your drone and also when you need professionals to carry any aerial work you may need ,check out their website www.droneworksireland.ie. Hoare Chartered Accountants based in Galway City are a leading provider of Audit, Accountancy and Taxation services.. For more information, visit their website on www.hoarecharteredaccountants.ieSubscribe for more content!

Following a stop-start weekend disrupted by cancellations, Ruby and Rory return in search of a clearer run at Ascot and Haydock on ITV Racing this Saturday, before turning their attention to Sunday's action at Thurles and Windsor. Be sure to subscribe to the Paddy Power Racing YouTube to catch Harry Cobden, and Cheltenham Countdown, every week! https://www.youtube.com/@paddypowerhorseracing It's Weekend Tipping, coming to you straight "From The Horse's Mouth"... 18+ | gambleaware.org

Jessie Buckley won Best Actress at last night's Golden Globes. Newstalk's Henry McKean visited Jessie's old school Ursuline Secondary School in Thurles and her home town of Killarney. Speaking to her old Principal, friends and even Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal themselves recently at the Hamnet Irish premiere.

Jessie Buckley won Best Actress at last night's Golden Globes. Henry McKean visited Jessie's old school Ursuline Secondary SchoolThurles, Co -Tipperary and met the students and the drama teacher.

Shane Hannon, Adrian Barry and Aidan Delaney bring you all of the news on a Sunday that features just one Premier League game with Aston Villa and Manchester United in action at Villa Park as well as a big day in Hurling as the All-Ireland Club Semi-Finals commence across Dublin and Thurles.

John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back for another episode of The Racing Pod where they'll discuss the history that was made in the opener at Exeter on Thursday when Blowers became the longest-priced winner in UK at 300-1 as well as a preview of all the action at Ascott & Thurles including the Long Walk Hurdle. The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill. 18+ See gamblingcare.ie

Racing in Ireland on Saturday is in Thurles (20th December 2025). Cross-channel, there are meetings in Haydock, Hereford, Ascot, Newcastle and Wolverhampton. With his 'Saturday Six,' here's Galway Bay FM's George McDonagh.

Health Officials are urging parents in Clare to bring their children to one of four free-of-charge flu vaccine clinics over the next ten days. It comes amid a surge in flu cases across Clare, Limerick and Tipperary with more people, including children, being admitted to hospital with the virus. HSE Midwest is holding a clinic at the Primary Care Centre on Station Road in Ennis next Wednesday, December 17th from 12 noon until 6pm, while there will be three other clinics in Limerick on the 13th and 18th and in Thurles on the 16th. Consultant in Public Health Medicine, Dr Breda Cosgrove says the vaccine can protect your child against a nasty illness and prevent them from passing it on to elderly or vulnerable family members over the Christmas period.

The launch of a book on the history of the Dr. Harty Cup will be held later this week. The Horse and Jockey Hotel in Thurles will be the venue for Wednesday evening's (8pm) launch. With the likes of St. Flannan's College, Rice College, and St. Joseph's Tulla having enjoyed success in the competition, the book is sure to be of interest to Clare hurling fans. For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by the author of the Dr. Harty Cup History Book, Liam Ó Donnchú. Image (c) GAA Munster

Mary Butler, former Principal at the Ursaline Secondary School in Thurles, where Jessie attended

Tommy Rooney gives you immediate reaction from Semple Stadium, Thurles where Dingle won the Munster Club Senior Football Championship on the last kick of the game as they beat St Finbarr's 1-18 to 0-20Tommy catches up with the Geaney brothers, Conor & Dylan, Tom O'Sullivan & Mark O'Connor on the winning side and lastly St Finbarr's selector Jimmy Barry-MurphyGAA on Off The Ball w/ AIB

Melanie Browne taking the reigns for todays episode.Drama in Thurles as a last minute 2 pointer denies St. Finbarrs Munster Senior Football glory, we check in with St. Finbarrs camogie club ahead of their historic All Ireland Final and lots more!

Barry Kenny from Irish Rail outlined the changes to rail timetables and travel times, that will increase the commuter belt around Dublin.To catch the full conversation, press the play button on this page.

SIRO, the wholesale broadband network operator delivering 100% fibre-to-the-building broadband across Ireland, has announced that its network is now live in Tipperary Town. To date, 1,432 homes and businesses in the town have access to the SIRO network, with a further 580 premises expected to go live in 2026. SIRO's rollout in Tipperary Town was delivered in two phases, with approximately 330 premises passed in June and a further 1,102 premises passed in August. The third phase of the rollout will be completed in Q1 2026 with 580 more premises joining the SIRO network. Areas of the town now passed by the SIRO network include Springfield Grove, Saint Michael's Avenue, Rosanna Close, Springfield Crescent, Lacey Villas, Davitt Street, An Dúiche, O'Connell Road, Saint Patrick's Avenue, and Blackthorn Grove. With this latest rollout, SIRO has now passed more than 19,000 premises across County Tipperary. The company's fibre broadband network is already live in towns such as Cashel, Clonmel, Nenagh, Roscrea, Thurles and Tipperary, bringing reliable gigabit connectivity to homes and businesses throughout the county. Earlier this month, SIRO and Vodafone also announced their role as connectivity partners for Roscrea's new REACH Digital Enterprise Hub, which officially opened at the start of September. As the 25th hub to join the SIRO-Vodafone Gigabit Hub Initiative, REACH is supporting growth opportunities for local businesses in Tipperary. The expansion comes at a crucial time, as Ireland prepares for the national copper switch-off, which will see the outdated copper broadband network switched off over the years ahead. SIRO's 100% fibre broadband provides a future-proofed solution, ensuring reliable connectivity for households and businesses ensuring they have high quality connectivity required for decades to come. SIRO's full fibre broadband offers speeds of up to 2 gigabits per second, allowing households and businesses to enjoy seamless online experiences. Customers in Tipperary Town can now order services from SIRO's retail partners, with more premises to follow in 2026. Speaking on the announcement, John Keaney, SIRO Chief Executive Officer, said: "We are delighted to bring SIRO's 100% fibre broadband to Tipperary Town, enabling more than 2,000 premises to access reliable gigabit connectivity. For businesses, world-class broadband is critical, supporting growth, digitalisation, and competitiveness. For households, it underpins everything from remote working and online learning to streaming and gaming. With copper switch-off now on the horizon, SIRO's full fibre network ensures that Tipperary Town is ready for the future."

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 15ú lá de mí Mheán Fómhair, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1978 tháinig sé amach go bhfuair stáisiún traenach I nDurlas 102 míle punt chun nuachóirú a dhéanamh don stáisiún. I 1994 tháinig sé amach go raibh Irish Steel chun dúnadh tar éis a scoil siad le 412 oibreoirí. I 1978 bhí an tSionainn an croílár de phlean ar fud na tíre chun tosú ag déanamh earraí innealtóireacht. I 1989 tháinig sé amach go raibh Rev Seamus Gardiner mar uachtarán nua de Choláiste St Flannan's in Inis. Sin Whigfield le Saturday Night – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1994. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1990 fuair George Michael a dara huimhir a haon don albam Listen Without Prejudice. Dhíol sé níos mó ná ocht milliúin cóip timpeall an domhain. I 2004 fuair giotáraí ó Ramones Jonny Ramone bás in LA tar éis cúig bliana le hailse. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh Jimmy Carr sa Bhreatain I 1972 agus rugadh aisteoir Tom Hardy sa Bhreatain ar an lá seo I 1977 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sé. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 15th of September, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1978: A £102,000 modernization program was launched at Thurles railway station. 1994: It was reported that Irish Steel was heading towards total closure after management laid off 412 workers 1978: Shannon became the focal point of major nationwide drive to get sub-contractors to supply or begin making engineering items. 1989: Rev. Fr. Seamus Gardiner became the new president of St. Flannan's College in Ennis. That was Wigfield with Saturday Night – the biggest song on this day in 1994 Onto music news on this day In 1990 George Michael scored his second UK No.1 solo album with his second release 'Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1'. The album went on to sell over 8 million copies worldwide. 2004 Ramones guitarist Johnny Ramone (John Cummings) died in Los Angeles after a five-year battle with prostate cancer. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – comedian Jimmy Carr was born in the UK in 1972 and actor Tom Hardy was born in the UK on this day in 1977 and this is some of the stuff he has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

SIRO and Vodafone Ireland have been announced as the official connectivity partners for REACH, Roscrea's new Enterprise Hub. As part of the SIRO-Vodafone Gigabit Hub Initiative, REACH will enjoy seamless, high-speed fibre broadband. Located in the heart of Roscrea, REACH is the 25th hub to join the Gigabit Hub Initiative. The hub was officially opened this week with representatives from the REACH Board, elected representatives, Tipperary County Council officials and other key stakeholders all in attendance. The Gigabit Hub Initiative, delivered by SIRO and Vodafone, provides gigabit fibre connectivity to remote working and digital hubs across Ireland. REACH joins a network of successful hubs, including Dundalk's Creative Spark, Galway's PorterShed, and Skibbereen's Ludgate Hub, all of which have benefited from the initiative. With SIRO's full-fibre broadband offering speeds of up to 1 Gigabit per second, the hub provides fast and reliable connectivity to meet the business needs of all companies and individuals working with the REACH hub. REACH offers a supportive environment for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups and freelancers to growing SMEs. The hub features 11 private offices, 10 hot desks, and shared workspaces, catering to a variety of business needs. It is already home to key organisations driving regional growth, including Tipperary Education and Training Board, a leading education and training provider, and Herdwatch, a Roscrea-founded agri-tech company transforming livestock and pasture management across Ireland, the UK, and beyond. REACH is set to become a key driver of business growth in Roscrea, offering entrepreneurs, SMEs, and remote workers the space and connectivity they need to thrive. Its strategic location, combined with SIRO's full-fibre broadband, ensures that businesses can operate with the same level of digital infrastructure as those in any major urban centre. SIRO is a leading full-fibre broadband operator, rolling out a 100% fibre broadband network across Ireland. Its network is currently available in multiple locations across Tipperary, including Cashel, Nenagh, Thurles, Clonmel, and Roscrea. Brendan Hyland, Chairperson of REACH, thanked SIRO for their engagement and support of the project: "This project has taken many hours of dedication from the Board and supporters. Today, we are proud to stand in a modern, future-proof building that will attract enterprise and innovation to Roscrea. It will stand as a flagship for innovation and renewal in Roscrea. This outstanding facility has received over €2.3 million under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund, which is administered by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht. Tipperary County Council has provided an additional €774,000 in funding." John Keaney, SIRO Chief Executive Officer, commented: "REACH is a fantastic addition to Roscrea, providing businesses with a state-of-the-art space to work, collaborate, and grow. Powered by SIRO's full-fibre broadband, this hub will help businesses and entrepreneurs compete on both a national and international scale. We are delighted to partner with Vodafone to deliver world-class connectivity to this hub and support Roscrea's economic regeneration." Ciaran Barrett, Commercial Operations Director of Vodafone Ireland, added: "Connectivity is more than just infrastructure - it's about empowering people and businesses to thrive. At Vodafone, we're committed to ensuring that every customer, whether in a city or a town like Roscrea, has access to the same high-quality digital experience. Through our partnership with SIRO, REACH will offer seamless fibre broadband that enables entrepreneurs, SMEs, and remote workers to stay connected, productive, and competitive in today's world."

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick is based for a few days in Nashville for the popular Kentucky Downs meet, which stages the US's third richest turf race this weekend, the Nashville Derby. James Owen, trainer of Wimbledon Hawkeye, shares his excitement at his first ever trip to America. Meanwhile, we hear from Dan Kubler, who - with wife Claire - is bound for pastures new in Bahrain. Plus, Nick and Lydia wonder why the Racing Tax campaign is so light on petition signatures, count the number of litigants currently being fought by the IHRB, and consider whether Wayne Lordan might appeal his recent whip ban. Also on the show, Philip Rothwell joins the chorus to save Thurles racecourse ahead of today's summit on the track's future, while young pinhooker Finn Kent shares his success at the Goffs UK Doncaster Premier Yearling Sale.

Nick - in Nashville - is joined by Jane Mangan for a brisk canter through today's racing news. They cover Kenny Alexander's fraud and bribery charges, Kia Joorabchian's response to this week's FT article, the Solario Stakes favourite Publish, and the temporary reprieve for Thurles racecourse. Also today, NBC's Britney Eurton on an outstanding weekend of racing in the USA, owner/breeder Jayne McGivern on her Cornbury Horse Trials £45,000 class for retired racehorses and whether there should be a rider weight limit for such animals, and Kick Up Racing's Vicky Leonard on the hotly debated goings-on in the Australian pattern. Plus Phil Cunningham reflects on a productive week of buying at GOFFS.

John Duggan and Johnny Ward are back for another week of the Racing Pod where they'll preview the weekends racing action.The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill. 18+ See gamblingcare.ie

Nick is joined by Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest from around the racing world. Nick is based for a few days in Nashville for the popular Kentucky Downs meet, which stages the US's third richest turf race this weekend, the Nashville Derby. James Owen, trainer of Wimbledon Hawkeye, shares his excitement at his first ever trip to America. Meanwhile, we hear from Dan Kubler, who - with wife Claire - is bound for pastures new in Bahrain. Plus, Nick and Lydia wonder why the Racing Tax campaign is so light on petition signatures, count the number of litigants currently being fought by the IHRB, and consider whether Wayne Lordan might appeal his recent whip ban. Also on the show, Philip Rothwell joins the chorus to save Thurles racecourse ahead of today's summit on the track's future, while young pinhooker Finn Kent shares his success at the Goffs UK Doncaster Premier Yearling Sale.

Johnny Ward and Thom Malone are back for another episode of The Racing Pod where they continue to look at the fallout from Thurles' closer, while Thom also gives his tips ahead of the race weekend.. The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill | 18+ | See gamblingcare.ie

Tom in for Nick again and joined by broadcaster Jane Mangan. We start with the the story in Ireland that has been developing since last week with the announcement that Thurles Racecourse was to close with immediate effect. We ask what the next step might be for Thurles and what the current landscape looks like in Ireland for other racecourses. General Manager of Gowran Park Eddie Scally gives his views and outlines a difficult financial climate in Ireland for racecourses. Jane also gives her views on the 2026 UK fixture list published yesterday with emphasis on a dwindling foal crop. It's Shergar Cup weekend and we hear from Robbie Dolan and Per-Andres Grabergb both riding at the meeting on Saturday. Plus Neil Channing is along to give his views on a Guardian article penned by former Prime Minister Gordon Brown who argues for the need to raise gambling taxation.

Two huge shocks - one on the racecourse, the other about a racecourse - are at the centre of this week's edition of The Front Page. Lee Mottershead, Lewis Porteous and Matthew Rennie start the show by reflecting on last week's events at Glorious Goodwood and try to explain how 150-1 pacemaker Qirat was able to win the Sussex Stakes. The team also looks at whether it was right to start the Group 1 Nassau Stakes by tape and reflect on a Goodwood Cup that was marred by the death of popular stayer Trueshan. After discussing the disqualification of Helvic Dream as winner of the Galway Hurdle, the attention stays on Ireland following the seismic news that Thurles racecourse has been closed with immediate effect. Lee, Lewis and Matt consider why that has happened and ask whether other racecourses in Ireland and Britain will be vulnerable to the same fate.

Coming to you from day 4 of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, Nick is joined by Rishi Persad, both on great cricketing form. They reflect on the biblical conditions at the track yesterday, as well as looking through the key performances, including Whirl's dominance of a somewhat controversial Qatar Nassau Stakes. We hear from TPD's Adam Mills and Dan Barber from Timeform on the performance of Whirl in the Qatar Nassau Stakes. Jason Singh talks all things Tattersalls. We also hear from David Armstrong, owner of Coppull, winner of The Richmond Stakes. Kevin Blake brings the breaking news of the immediate closure of Thurles racecourse. Jane Mangan is back at Galway before we wrap up the show with a few tips from Rishi.

Johnny Ward and Thom Malone are back for another episode of The Racing Pod where they'll discuss today's breaking news that Thurles Racecourse, Ireland's only privately owned racecourse, has closed with immediate effect.The Racing Pod on Off The Ball is brought to you by William Hill. 18+ See gamblingcare.ie

RTE's Barry Gallagher talks to Tipp fans celebrating their senior hurling team's all-Ireland homecoming in Semple Stadium, Thurles.

RTE's Pat McGrath speaks to relieved Tipperary hurling fans in Thurles, after their side won the Liam McCarthy Cup.