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October 2017 the Brigidine Sisters gifted the convent to the community of Mountrath for the long-term benefit and development of the town and surrounding areas. In 2018 a fitness and martial arts academy opened its doors to the public offering Karate, Jujitsu, Kickboxing and Fitness classes. In
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