Local Notes: Children's choir on song for carol service
At the Roundfort, Robeen and Carras Parish Carol service held at Roundfort Church, was the Junior Children's Choir being led by Robeen N.S. teacher Mary Wanas and also pictured is parish priest Fr Mike Murphy. Picture: Trish Forde
Tuam/Oughterard Colts’ Women’s All-Ireland Junior Final will take place on Sunday, January 13.
They will be the first-ever Connacht side to play in the AIL Junior Final.
Tuam/Oughterard Colts will play MU Barnhall at Mullingar RFC at 2pm.
There are six Mayo girls on the panel with vice-captain Niamh Corless, Gráinne Hahessy, Rhona O’Dea, Abigail Gibbons, Doireann Byrne and Saoirse Quinn all involved.
They defeated Skibbereen in the quarter-final and UL Bohemians 2nd XV in the semi-final.
There is a sense of profound sadness following the death of Fr Gerald (Gerry) French (Columban Fathers), late of Mossbrook, Claremorris, Korea, Britain, Ireland and Dalgan Park, Navan, Co Meath.
Fr Gerry passed away last Tuesday.
He was the goalkeeper for Claremorris’ first-ever Mayo SFC title in 1961, but his career was cut short as he travelled to serve as a Columban priest in Korea.
Later he served in England where he was revered by the Irish immigrants in the Midlands. Returning to Ireland he served for many years in Dublin.
In Claremorris GAA terms, Fr Gerry was like the family member who kept all the family connected. He organised reunions, celebrated funerals and made sure the history of the club was recorded.
“He will be sadly missed. Our deepest condolences to his brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews and legion of friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasal,” Claremorris LGFA Club wrote.
Fr Gerry was very involved in the Mayo associations in Ireland and the United Kingdom, and he was a regular attendee at Mayo dinners on both sides of the Irish Sea. He had an encyclopaedic knowledge on Mayo GAA and celebrated Mass for the senior footballers on several occasions before All-Ireland Finals in the past decade.
Fr Gerry was one of nature's true gentlemen, a wonderful priest who left a lasting legacy in the various parishes where he served.
Predeceased by his parents Gerard and Mai, he is very deeply regretted by his siblings Noel, Mary, Sean, Sheila and Arthur; brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, extended family, Columban family and a wide circle of friends.
Mick Mulherin will be in concert at Claremorris Town Hall and Theatre on Saturday, January 20.
The Ballyvary man has a rich voice influenced by country legends like George Jones and Charlie Pride. He is one of the most requested and played singers on Irish Country Music stations; the release of his second album ‘Souvenirs’ proved a huge hit. Not only is Mick a talented artist, but he also engages with his audience in a thoroughly entertaining way, ensuring the night is filled with great music and craic!
Doors at 7pm and the show begins at 8pm. Tickets are €22.50 + order processing fee. Available to buy on www.townhall.ie or call 094-9310999.
Congratulations to 2023 Leaving Certificate Mount St Michael Secondary School student Eibhlín Gallagher who was awarded the prestigious DCU Scholars Award in the Helix Theatre on Wednesday, November 29, for achieving over 600 points in the Leaving Cert examinations.
More than 4,000 1st year students enrolled in DCU in 2023, 119 of these students who achieved 600+ points in their Leaving Cert examination were given the award.
The school would like to congratulate Eibhlín, her family and her teachers on this outstanding achievement.
Tickets for Claremorris Musical Society’s - the perfect stocking filler - now on sale at Townhall.ie.
The show runs from Wednesday, January 31 to Sunday, February 4.
South African team Claremorris Colts RFC had the pleasure of hosting a touring team from South Africa last week.
The Colts played the Rhino Week U17s in a Test match in Colts Park last Wednesday.
“A good night for the Colts, hosting the South African touring team,” the Colts wrote on Facebook. “Thank you to everyone who helped, supported and enjoyed last night.
“Safe travels to our Rhino friends.”
CityLink is offering journeys from Claremorris to Dublin City ahead of the festive season.
Citylink's rapid service, transporting you from Castlebar to Dublin City in just three-and-a-half hours.
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Citylink offers six return services daily, featuring early morning and late-night departures, originating in Castlebar and servicing Claremorris, Tuam, Athlone (TUS), Dublin City and Airport.
This Christmas season, let Citylink be your travel companion, whisking you away to the shopping haven of Dublin in record time.
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To book a trip with Citylink and to avail of the best value fares, book online at www.citylink.ie.
Claremorris Leisure Centre are now taking bookings for their eight-week Adult Swimming Lessons course.
Their new term will be starting on Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
There will be a Beginners and Improvers class available on Wednesday mornings at 9am-9.45am.
There will also be a Beginners and Improvers class on Wednesday evenings at 7.15pm-8pm.
It is €100 for the eight- week course for non-members and €80 for members.
There is limited availability in each class.
For more information or to book your place, call 094-9371313.
Home for Christmas? Fancy a run out for the Over 25s or the Under 25s, please get in touch.
St Stephen's Day sees Claremorris Colts RFC’s inaugural annual overs/unders match being played for ‘The Terence Egan Memorial Cup’ for the first time.
It will take place at Colts Park on Tuesday, December 26, at 12pm.
All friends, players, supporters and family of the Colts are welcome to watch, see you all there.
