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RTÉ News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Well known hotelier and businessman Christy Maye dies
Hotelier and well known businessman Christy Maye has died. Mr Maye owned the Bridge House Hotel and the Bridge Centre in Tullamore, Co Offaly and the Greville Arms Hotel in Mullingar, Co Westmeath. He was one of the founders of the popular Tullamore Show. He is also known for bringing the first ever disco to Ireland. In the 1960s, Mr Maye came up with the idea of "Disc A Go Go", which began in Mullingar Parochial Hall. Mr Maye is survived by his wife, Eileen and their three children and families.
Agriland
7 days ago
- Business
- Agriland
Tullamore Show launches schedule of classes for 2025
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon has officially launched the 2025 Tullamore Show and the FBD National Livestock Show. The minister attended the annual sponsors evening which took place recently on the banks of the Grand Canal at the Old Warehouse in Tullamore. The 2025 Tullamore Show will take place at the Butterfield Estate, Blueball, Co. Offaly on Sunday, August 10. Tullamore Show The MC on the night was once again, Derek Nevin who along with his wife, Michelle Leaper Nevin, are co-ordinators of the canine section at the show. Derek first introduced the new chairperson of Tullamore Show, John Keena who thanked all the sponsors. 'No matter how small or large the sponsorship is, it's what helps us keep the show running,' he said. John also thanked the Minister Heydon for his presence and acknowledged his role in the farm safety live demostrations over the years. (L-R) Mary Dunphy FBD, Pat Gilligan FBD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon, Emer O'Byrne FBD and Amanda Brennan FBD He also acknowledged title sponsors FBD, the landowners of the Butterfield Estate Anne Marie Butterfield and Stephen Mc Quade, along with the landowners who provided the car parks and access areas to the site. The chairperson concluded his speech with a list of new attractions to the show. One of the many new additions will be a display cow, which was sponsored by Cormac Tagging. In collaboration with Offaly County Council and the ESB, Tullamore Show will have the Sustainable Livestock Village powered by hydrogen, which will be a first of its kind at an agricultural show. Goats, Valais Blacknose Sheep and Fleckvieh cattle are also some new additions to the show, along with a VEX Robotics class in the inventions section. Livestock Pat Gilligan, FBD head of sales in the midlands and western region, said that the company is proud to the title sponsor of the Tullamore Show. 'It is the highlight of the FBD's busy summer calendar and one we look forward to each year. 'Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show is a wonderful reflection of all that is positive within Ireland's livestock and farming sector. 'FBD are proud to be involved in the Sustainable Livestock Village with the ever popular FBD speakers corner again this year,' he said. During his speech, Minister Martin Heydon reminisced on the interaction he has had over the years with Tullamore Show. Heydon noted that agricultural shows such as Tullamore Show play a vital part in exhibiting farming and all that goes with it, it is a way to synchronise rural – urban communities. The speeches concluded with chair John Keena and show secretary Chelsey Cox McDonald making a presentation to Minister Martin Heydon.
Agriland
09-05-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Young handlers' event marks launch of 2025 Tullamore Show
Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show launched their 2025 show with a learning day for young handlers recently (Sunday, April 27). Young handlers flocked from around the country from early morning and converged at GVM Mart Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Representatives from FBD were on hand to launch the show – local FBD branch manager Amanda Brennan along with Emer O'Byrne, national head of brand strategy, and Pat Gilligan, head of sales, midlands and western region. Tullamore Show chairperson, John Keena opened proceedings by welcoming everyone to the young handlers' event where he also thanked all sponsors and FBD its title sponsor, for their loyal support. Keena also expressed his gratitude to Antoinette Daly of GVM Tullamore, for providing the venue and thanked all the Executive who gave their time in the preparation and setting up of both the event and the launch. The aim of the young handlers' event was that each participant would learn the skills necessary for handling stock at Tullamore Show. Pat Gilligan, FBD said: 'At FBD, we are extremely proud to sponsor the FBD National Livestock Show at the Tullamore Show. 'This event is a true highlight in our calendar, celebrating the very best of Ireland's world class livestock. 'We are delighted to continue our close collaboration with the Tullamore Show committee in the lead-up to this year's event. On behalf of everyone at FBD Insurance, I'd like to extend our best wishes to the organisers, competitors, exhibitors, and attendees.' The prestigious show attracts top breeders and farmers from across the country, showcasing the very best of Irish livestock. Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show will take place at Butterfield Estate on Sunday, August 10.
