‘A lot happening in the Nenagh district’
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Ann Scroope receives her Nenagh 800 medal from Cllr John ‘Rocky’ McGrath (Cathaoirleach, Nenagh Municipal District). PHOTOS: ODHRAN DUCIE Odhran DucieImage 2 of 13
Carol Meskell of Ard Coillte Residents Association accepting the award from Cllr John ‘Rocky’ McGrath at the Nenagh Municipal District Awards night at the Civic Offices. Odhran DucieImage 3 of 13
Stephen Conroy and Carol Meskell of Ballina Boher Tidy Towns committee receive their award from Cllr McGrath. Odhran DucieImage 4 of 13
Cllr McGrath presents a Nenagh Municipal District award to James Carey on behalf of Kilnasalla Residents Association. Odhran DucieImage 5 of 13
Kitty Meagher is presented with a Nenagh 800 medal by Cllr John 'Rocky' McGrath (Cathaoirleach, Nenagh MD). Odhran DucieImage 6 of 13
Margaret Hennessy receives her award from Cllr John ‘Rocky’ McGrath. Odhran DucieImage 7 of 13
Nora O’Meara receives her Nenagh 800 medal from Cllr McGrath. Odhran DucieImage 8 of 13
Nicola Welford receives her award from Cllr John ‘Rocky’ McGrath. Odhran DucieImage 9 of 13
Olena Arkhanhelska’s contribution to helping Ukrainian refugees integrate in Nenagh district was recognised at the awards ceremony. Odhran DucieImage 10 of 13
Members of the Dromineer-based RNLI Lough Derg Lifeboat Station receiving their award at the 2023 Nenagh Municipal District awards. Odhran DucieImage 11 of 13
Rockvale Cemetery committee receiving their award from Cllr John ‘Rocky’ McGrath. Odhran DucieImage 12 of 13
Stephen Slattery accepting his Nenagh 800 medal from Cllr John ‘Rocky’ McGrath (Cathaoirleach, Nenagh MD). Odhran DucieImage 13 of 13
Cllr McGrath presenting the award for Mulcaire Manor Residents Association to Elizabeth Coleman. Odhran DucieThe 2023 Nenagh Municipal District awards were presented at the Civic Offices on Monday, November 20. They were an opportunity for Tipperary Co Council to thank all those who help to make our communities a better place in which to live and work, and who contribute to the promotion of our district as an attractive place to visit.
The contributions varied from the enhancement works carried out by groups, to the achievements of individuals and groups who, because of what they do, bring recognition and a sense of pride to the district.
“Whether you are a member of a burial ground committee, a Tidy Towns committee or a residents association, the hours you devote to this pay off and are an example to everyone,” stated Cathaoirleach Cllr John Rocky McGrath in his opening address.
“Those involved in the Tidy Schools and the presentation of attractive shopfronts and business premises show a pride in their own places and this example will influence others to do likewise. Those who use their talents for the benefit of others, who achieve significant recognition because of the quality of their work - be it entertainment, sport or community endeavour - make us aware of what can be done and that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things.
“The council has a mission statement, which refers to being ambitious for our communities. And we are ambitious for our communities. We want them to work together and with us in order to enhance the economic, social and cultural development of the area. This will be to the benefit of everyone.
“But we recognise that communities are also ambitious for themselves and the friendly rivalry that exists between neighbouring towns and villages demonstrates this. There is a lot happening in the Nenagh district and we are proud to play our part in whatever way we can – we have reaped the benefit of the investment of what is often small money in our communities and those who are being honoured tonight are representative of lots of other communities across the district.
“Sadly, it is not possible to honour everyone here tonight but there will be further opportunities in the future. We look forward to continuing to work with you into the future and to continuing to see the fruits of your labours.”
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