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THE Cavanacarragh Players are back in action following an absence due to the ongoing pandemic, and are delighted to finally present ‘Dancing at…

THE wife of the late Iggy Murphy, who passed away last Thursday, described her husband as someone who always put the needs of others first. Even as he battled cancer and illness, Iggy – well-known in football and music communities – was determined to not be slowed down or stopped, fighting right to the very end. The 44-year-old was diagnosed with oesophageal and stomach cancer in 2018, and had surgery on Christmas Eve of that year. However, two diaphragmatic hernias followed, before...

Iggy had an ‘infectious passion for music’ Posted: 9:05 am March 4, 2021 By Jodie Curran THE death has taken place of a Tempo father who had an “infectious passion for music” and a “lust for life” after a brave battle with cancer. Iggy Murphy (44) of Ballyreagh, was widely known for his talents both on and off the stage. A dedicated member of the Cavanacarragh band and players, Mr Murphy was no stranger to the local music scene, having performed with a number of popular ban...