Paddy Claffey hails from Ferbane in Offaly.
Ireland's oldest man who currently lives in Offaly is marking another milestone today.
Ferbane's Paddy Claffey led last month's St Patrick's Day Parade in Clara as the Grand Marshal and celebrates his 105th birthday today.
He's planning to mark the day with his family.
His son Pat says he's continuing to keep in good shape:
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