Local Notes: All the latest news from Ballinrobe
At the Twilight Concert held St Mary of the Rosary Church in Cong in-aid of the Cancer Fund for Children’s Daisy Lodge were, from left: Sheila Limon (London), Frances Kelly, Erika Alvarado O'Grady and Dympna O'Grady (Cong). Picture: Trish Forde
The fourth annual Roxboro Community Walk, organised by the local defibrillator committee, will take place on Sunday, December 28, at 1pm, convening at Roxboro National School at 12.45pm. Those who wish to walk should register from 12.45pm onwards. The event aims to bring the community together and raise funds for the ongoing maintenance of the defibrillator through donations on the day. The walk will suit walkers of all fitness levels.
Registration is €10 per individual, or €20 per family. Refreshments will be served afterwards.
For further details, contact any member of the committee: chairperson, Cathy Lydon; vice-chairperson, Veronica Gilligan; secretary, Noreen Gilligan; joint treasurers, Dympna Malone and Marie Burke; PRO, Liam Horan.
Christmas Eve Mass will be celebrated at 4pm in the Church of the Assumption, Gortjordan; 6pm, in St. Patrick’s Church, Kilmaine, and 8pm, in St. Mary’s Church, Ballinrobe.
Christmas Day Mass will be celebrated at 10am in St. Patrick’s Church, Kilmaine, and 11.30am in St. Mary’s Church, Ballinrobe.
Are you wondering what present to give to a loved one this Christmas. Why not give a gift to Palestine and at the same time enjoy a unique night of heartwarming entertainment. In the birthplace of Jesus, millions of people struggle daily to survive in a land that can barely sustain life. The ‘Claremorris Palestine Solidarity Group’ group are endeavouring to provide humanitarian relief by way of medical aid to those suffering so much. The group are presenting a fundraising concert called ‘Somebody Special’ by Pat McGovern and Friends in Claremorris Town Hall Theatre, on Saturday, February 28, at 7.30pm, with all proceeds going to ‘Medical Aid for Palestine.’
Pat McGovern and Friends previously performed songs from their fund-raising CD ‘Somebody Special’ in the Claremorris Town Hall, on August 23 last, to a sold-out audience. That concert in August was in aid of the Irish Pilgrimage Trust. ‘Somebody Special’ is a CD which was recorded by Pat McGovern and a group of musician friends from Hollymount and its environs and was officially launched last April.
At this festive time, and in true Christian spirit, people supporting next February’s concert would bring some help, hope and healing to Palestine. Please reserve your tickets by visiting www.townhall.ie or call 094 9310999. Your support for this fund-raising concert would be appreciated.
The 5th annual GOAL Mile will take place in Ballinrobe (Lake District Athletics Track, The Green) on St. Stephen’s Day, at 11.30am. This popular community event is a great opportunity for people of all ages to come together after Christmas, enjoy a walk or jog and support GOAL’s vital humanitarian work with vulnerable communities across the world. All are welcome to take part. Donations can be made on the day or online in advance. Your support will help those affected by conflict, poverty and crisis in countries such as Sudan, Gaza, Lebanon, Ukraine and Haiti.
The results of a competition held on Thursday, December 11, were as follows: 1st Ita Langan and Carmel Costello; 1st gross William Enright and Angela Murphy; 2nd Claire Mitchell and Ann Usher; 3rd Maureen Donnelly and Mary O’Reilly; 4th Kathleen Nally and Mary Kelly; 5th Michael McTigue and Nancy Hughes. The Ballinrobe Bridge Club is now taking a break for the festive season and will return on January 8.
Darragh Henneghan was the winner of €205 in last week’s 50/50 draw conducted by the Tacú Family Resource Centre.
The Ballinrobe Active Retirement Association held their final get-together of the year on Monday, December 15, in the parish centre. Music was provided by Annette Griffin and John Staunton, and afterwards refreshments were served. The association wish everyone a Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year.
The Lakes Gift Card could be an ideal Christmas present, with prices ranging from €5 to €500. The gift card is all about shopping local and supporting local businesses in the run up to Christmas. The recipient of the gift card does not have to redeem the full value in one transaction. The Lakes Gift Card can be purchased by visiting www.lakesgiftcard.ie and it is also available to purchase in Martin Murphy’s Newsagent, Main Street.
Congratulations to both Mia Killeen and Ellen Masterson who were part of the Mayo Girls U14 team which faced Longford recently at Milebush Park. Mia captained the team.
Ballinrobe Town AFC wish all of their players, managers, supporters and sponsors, a Happy and Peaceful Christmas.
The annual Aidan Golden Memorial match will take place at Flanagan Park, on St. Stephen’s Day, as Luke Jennings and the U23 team will face John Enda Flannelly and the O23 team. The game will commence at 12.45pm.
There was no winner of the €11,000 lotto jackpot draw which was held on Monday, December 15. The numbers drawn were 15, 16, 18 and 26. There were no match three winners. Ballinrobe GAA LGFA Club wish everyone a Happy and Peaceful Christmas.
The club held its weekly 50/50 draw on Sunday, December 14, with Brian Joyce the winner of €470.
Hollymount-Carramore GAA Club is pleased to announce that their new 60mx40m 3G astroturf pitch is now available for bookings. This pitch is ideal for training and also for games up to seven-a-side. Bookings can be made by contacting 086 0409974 or 086 8108582.
There was no winner of the €23,400 lotto jackpot draw which was held on Monday, December 15. The numbers drawn were 4, 5, 19 and 34. The €20 winners were James Hopkins, M. Grogan, and Natalie Maguire.
There was no winner of the €3,900 lotto jackpot draw which was held on Tuesday, December 16. The numbers drawn were 5, 23, 31 and 35. The €30 winners were AJ Deane, and Vincent Campbell. The €25 winners were Paul Kelleghan, and Mary Mahon.
The annual Gold Members draw, followed by the weekly lotto draw, will take place in Danagher’s Hotel, Cong, on Tuesday, December 23, at 8.30pm. There will be festive spot prizes on the night. The Neale GAA Club wish everyone a Happy Christmas.
There was no winner of the €30,000 lotto jackpot draw which was held on Monday, December 15. The numbers drawn were 3, 7, 10 and 29. The €25 winners were Peter Walsh, Claire Connaughton, Phil McCabe, and Breda Davin.
There was no winner of the €11,200 lotto jackpot draw which was held in Garrymore, on Sunday, December 14. The numbers drawn were 1, 2, 16 and 33. The €50 winners were Jarlath Varley (senior), Ballyglass, Olivia Tierney, Carrownageeha, and Mattie Maye, Kilmaine.
