On Thursday the 20th February, former President Mary Robinson unveiled a plaque in honour of Sir John Gray.
Sir John Gray was born on Mount Street in Claremorris on the 13th of July 1815. John was an Irish physician, surgeon,
newspaper proprietor, journalist and politician.
Through his offices with Dublin Corporation, the Vartry Reservoir
water supply works were completed, introducing a fresh water supply to Dublin city and suburbs.
The plaque to commemorate Sir John was organised by Claremorris Historical Society, after many years of hard work and effort.
CCR’S Anthony McNicholas went along to the event and chatted with various guests including former President Mary Robinson.
Claremorris Community Radio will broadcast ‘The Way It Is’ on Friday 28th February at 8am, and again on Saturday 29th February at 10am.