Over the years from 1978 when the estate was established, it has made its way on to the local newspapers in various guises. These could be events, local characters or letters to the editor of the Evening Echo or the Irish Examiner. We hope that they bring back some interesting memories.
We are looking for more photos and information on the events during those early years on the estate when it was much more vibrant and many more children. Contact us on secretary@curraheenresidentsassociation.com or James on 087 2111108.
1978, March. Announcement that the estate is about to be occupied … finally.
1980, Aug. Family Sports Day at Murphy’s Farm
1981, Sept. Application for new school classroom
1982, May. Robust response from the Curraheen Residents Association to previous letter in the Echo
1984, Sept. After five years, the Curraheen Family Day is still going and bigger than ever.
1985, Sept. Response from the Curraheen Residents Association on the Examiner’s article on teenage drinking in Bishopstown.
1987, July. Report on the proposed closure of the top entrance from Uam Var.
1988, April. Our local Tarot reader got a large article in the Evening Echo.
1988, Aug. Corporation plan for all new facilities at Murphy’s Farm.
1994, April. Formation of the Boxing Club and the Youth Club at Murphy’s Farm.
1996, Oct. News of the impending closure of the alleyways. They never reopened.
1997, Oct. Whatever happened to the medical centre we were promised?
1999, April. The beginning of the end of getting soaked waiting for the No 8.
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