Published: Fri 8 May 2009, 9:58 AM

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Fleadh 50th anniversary

Published: Fri 8 May 2009, 9:58 AM

Last updated: Fri 8 May 2009, 10:58 AM

Joe Deegan, Nan Grimes, Marion and Brian Deegan at the Offaly Fleadh Cheoil 50th Anniversary Celebration Dinner in the County Arms Hotel, Birr. Ger Rogers/HR Photo.

Published: Fri 8 May 2009, 9:58 AM

Last updated: Fri 8 May 2009, 10:58 AM

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