Local Notes: Crossmolina Flood Relief Scheme sod turning.
At the Crossmolina Flood Relief Scheme Sod Turning were Minister of State Kevin Moran with John O’Hara, Mayo County Council Cathaoirleach and John Conlon, Chairman OPW. Photo: Ray Ryan
Crossmolina.
There was no winner of Crossmolina Deel-Rovers GAA Club lotto jackpot on Saturday night, March 8, which was held in Cooney’s. The numbers drawn were 11, 13, 26 and 33. No punter matched three numbers three tickets were drawn; Sean Daly, Galway; Loretta Gill, Carracushlaun, Ballina; Donnacha Jordan Gilroy, Enniscoe, Crossmolina, and they each won €50. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on March 15, was €3,300.
The following are the results of the weekly session on Thursday night. Best of 20 games 1st a tie Darragh Sheridan and Eric Deacy, Tom O’Malley and Leo Ryan; 2nd a 4 way tie Ray and Mary McNamara, Martin Garrett and Jimmy Caden, Eugene Granahan and Kevin O’Boyle, John Commons and Frank McDonnell; 3rd Mary Keane and Martina Granahan. Raffle winners were; 1st Sean Keane, 2nd Kevin O’Boyle, and 3rd Darragh McLoughlin. Hampers were won by 1st Frank McDonnell and John Commons, 2nd Ray and PJ McNamara.
Congratulations to Niall Coggins who was the recipient of the Darragh Doherty Cup as the Young Male Sports Star of the Year Award for his contribution to Crossmolina Deel-Rovers Historic All-Ireland Intermediate team’s success in 2024.
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Knockmore.
The months mind Mass for the late Sr Marie Molloy was celebrated in St Michael’s Church, Foxford, on Sunday morning last at 11am. Sr Marie of the Religious Sisters of Charity, Stanhope Street, Dublin, passed away peacefully in the loving care of the staff at Catherine McCauley House, Beaumont, on Monday, February 23. Her Requiem Mass was celebrated in St Michael’s Church, Foxford, on the Thursday where she was fondly remembered as a dedicated member of her congregation, a loyal sister, and auntie.
Sr Marie or as she was fondly known as May was born on March 4,1938, to parents the late John and Mary Molloy, Boherhallagh, and the eldest of a family of three, her sister Teresa Kelly, Knockmore, and brother Sean, Boherhallagh. At the age of 10 the family tragically lost their dad and May stepped into the role of co-parenting with her mother in bringing up a family. At the age of 15 May was working in McEnroe’s Business in Foxford. At the age of 18 May worked in the Foxford Wollen Mills which was her first introduction to the pivotal work of the Sisters of Charity giving her some insight into the life of a religious.
In 1960 she joined the congregation of the Sisters of Charity in Milltown, Dublin. Over the course of her life she served her community for over 54 years in 9 different locations across the UK and Ireland. 36 of this was spent in Scotland where she made many lifelong friends. A large part of her heart was with the people of Clydebank, so much so that she was called a Bankee.
Her nephew John, on behalf of her family recalled many happy memories in the Eulogy at the end of Mass of their beloved auntie May. He spoke of how happy the family were able to spend time with her during her illness while also spending time with her fellow Sisters in Dublin recounting stories from the past and hearing more about the great work the congregation have done worldwide with a drive to educate, support and build community. It was truly inspirational and moving to hear.
It is no surprise then to hear that this love and interest in others very much extended to her family members in Mayo. Continuing John spoke of the huge and important part she was in their lives. She loved her visits home to Mayo, to her brother Sean in Boherhallagh, to her sister Teresa and Roy Kelly and family of seven, Knockmore, where she would stay. There she took great interest in all her nephew and nieces and would never miss a birthday without sending a card.
They enjoyed so many trips with her to Enniscrone, the Zoo, Knock etc; and enjoyed her at their many family occasions, graduations, weddings and christening. She was always so much fun to be with. In summarising the vocational aspect of Sr Marie’s life he said it was only fitting that all gathered here today in her native Foxford almost 65 years later from where it all began and fulfilling her wish for her final resting place. She was laid to rest in the congregation plot in the Church grounds.
Deepest sympathy is extended to the congregation of the Sisters of Charity, to her beloved sister Teresa Kelly, her brother John, her 7 Kelly nephew and nieces and to her many, many friends. May she now rest in peace of Christ.
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Ardagh.
Ardagh find themselves in a five-team group which includes last year's runners-up Bonniconlon in this year's junior football championship, the draw for which took place last week. Also included in the group are Killala, Ballycroy and Ballycastle. The first round of games in the intermediate and senior championships will take place on the weekend of August 9 and10. The junior championship will throw-in the week before on August Bank Holiday weekend. The competitions will be played under the new GAA rules.
A very informative banking security information meeting will be held in Ardagh Community Centre on Wednesday, April 2, at 10.30am. Representatives of AIB and Garda Siochana will be in attendance to speak about online banking, fraud and scams and how to avoid them; products and services while the Garda representative will deal with security, fraud and crime prevention.
Ardagh GAA Club has congratulated Amy Doherty, MacHale Rovers, on her selection as captain of the Mayo Ladies U16 football team for the coming season and also vice-captains Siofra McGuinness Charlestown LGFA and Isabelle Basquille, Balla, LGFA. We wish the young county representatives and their manager Francis Regan every success for the season.
Ardagh Social Services thank everybody who attended and supported their recent tea dance in Ardagh Community Centre. An enjoyable afternoon was had by all.
Lenten Trocaire boxes are available at the back of the church throughout Lent. Families are encouraged to take one and help support the magnificent global work of Trocaire.
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Ballycastle.
Sympathy is extended to the brothers, sisters, relatives and friends of Richie Barrett, Ballycastle, and late of Lakefield, Bonnahowen, Ballina who died on March 5. He was brother of Ann McDonnell, Seaview. May he rest in peace.
Scoil Naomh Brìd are now enrolling for September 2025. Contact the school at 096 43276 or email saintbridgetbc@gmail.com.
Winter League result from Sunday, March 9, Ballycastle 0-8; Bonniconlon 0-16. GAA membership is now due. You can register via foireann.ie, the club’s app or by contacting any executive member. Closing date March 31.
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Bonniconlon.
The numbers drawn on Saturday, March 8, for a jackpot of €5,750 were; 6, 7, 20 and 32. There was no jackpot winner. The €40 weekly winners were; Andrew Kelly, Bonniconlon; Seamus Cawley, Rathkip; Peter Tolan, Monaghan; Ollie and Jack Joyce, Ballyvarry, Castlebar; and Lisa McHale, Crossmolina.
Get into golf for ladies at Ballina Golf Club, begins on Wednesday, April 2, at 7pm. The cost is €80 for eight weeks with golf professional Eddie Tracey. Contact Ann 083 818 8183 or Tina at 096 21050.
Notices for the parish bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
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Cooneal.
This year’s community outing is to Donegal on September 10, 11 and 12. More details later.
Enrolment is now taking place for September 2025. Forms are available from the school office on 09632251 or email: info @coonealns.ie.
Mass in Irish was celebrated on Monday, March 17, at 10am in Lacken Church.
Enrolment for September is now open. Call in or contact Kathryn 086 0795083 or email killala playschool1@gmail.com.
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Lacken.
News items can be handed into the Failte Room by 10am on Thursday or phone 34130 or email tithecoistra@gmail.com.
Sympathy is extended to the Horan family, Breastagh on the death of Marie. May she rest in peace.
A pilgrimage to Medjugorje will take place for 7 nights from October 8-15 costing €875. This includes accommodation, breakfast and dinner. The spiritual leader is Fr Michael Harrison. For more information contact Ann Geraghty 085 1106644 or to book contact Marian Pilgrimages at 01 8788159.
The annual Alzheimer’s Tea Day will be held on Sunday, April 13, after 10am Mass (Palm Sunday). Please come along to The Failte Rooms and support this very worthy cause.
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Moygownagh.
Moygownagh GAA and Community Centre are delighted with the news of being allocated €100,000 from the Department of Community Development. The grant will be used to replace windows, doors and to upgrade kitchen facilities. The work is essential to bring the community centre to a higher standard.
Moygownagh Rambling House will be held at 7.30pm on Thursday night, March 27, in the Learning Forum.
Incredible prizes are up for grabs in the 2025 draw to be held on March 26. The club keeps 100% of the proceeds from ticket sales. Purchase a ticket to support Moygownagh GAA Club and you could be in with a chance of winning some incredible prizes including €50,000 cash, exciting weekend packages to the thrilling All Ireland finals and a holiday voucher worth €2,500 and many more. Tickets are available online via Foireann simple log in click Enter Draw select Moygownagh Club and purchase your ticket at €15 each. Closing date March 21.
Ardmoy Easter Camp will be held April 14-16 from 10am to 2pm at Ardagh GAA Pitch. Camp highlights will be Gaelic football, Community Games and a variety of sports. Children aged 4-13 and of all abilities are welcome. The camp is free to all members. Text 086 2662749 for details. The deadline for booking is March 31.
