if you have ever thought that you might like to offer something back to the community you live in; if you find your days are less busy than ever before; if you would like to get experience working with younger people, then an event which takes place tonight (February 16) in Clonmel, might just be the thing that you are looking for.

the Carers Association is urging Tipperary families and carers to recognise the sterling work of their local carers by nominating them for the Carers of the Year Award for 2012.

The call from the Law Reform Commission on the Government to set up a register of professional home carers to protect vulnerable people requiring care from abuse and mistreatment, has been welcomed by the Carers Association which has also called on Government for such regulation.

a Clonmel businessman has taken over the operation of the retail unit in the Clonmel bus station so not only will commuters be able to enjoy and coffee and a sandwich while they wait for their bus, or after they have travelled for many hours to reach home, they will also be able to avail of much needed toilet facilities.

the 75th anniversary of Muintir na Tíre begins in fitting form with the inaugural ‘TASK Volunteer of the Year Awards’ taking place this Saturday, February 4 in Bansha.