Local Notes: Crossmolina No Name Club and Foroige Club decorate town centre for Halloween.
Crossmolina No Name Club and Crossmolina Foróige members who decorated the town centre for Halloween.
Robert Padden and Fr Francis will receive their awards at the Mayo Rehab of the Year awards on Friday, November27, in Breaffy House Hotel. Robert will receive a Mayo Person of the Year award for 2026 and Fr. Francis will receive the 2026 Mayo Hall of Fame. Anyone wishing to get tickets, call Edel Cadden on 087 9128982.
There was no winner of Crossmolina Deel-Rovers GAA Club lotto jackpot on Saturday, October 31, in Hiney’s. The numbers drawn were 3, 12, 15 and 32. Lorraine and Mick Cleary, Carrowkilleen, Crossmolina, matched 3 numbers and won €150. The jackpot in the draw held on November 7, was €9,450.
The following are of the results 25 card in Kilmurry. Best of 20 games - 1st Jimmy Caden and Martin Garrett. 2nd a tie Tom O’Malley and Leo Ryan, Anthony Donnelly and Pakie Hefferon, Ray and Mary McNamara. Raffle winners were; 1st Darragh Sheridan, 2nd Anthony Granahan, 3rd Darragh McLoughlin. Hamper winners were; 1st Breege McNamara and Pakie Hefferon, 2nd Martin Sheridan and Michael Cawley.
A Folk and Craic night will take place in the Town Hall, Crossmolina, on Friday, November 13, at 8pm. Entry is €10 with all proceeds going to the Sunflower Children’s Hospice. There will also be a raffle on the night.
The blessing of the new Columbarium, Crossmolina Cemetery takes place on Wednesday, November 11, at 2pm.
The Crossmolina Town Hall annual general meeting takes place on Thursday, November 12, at 8pm. The committee need more volunteers to help in running the busy hall.
A support group meeting will be held on November 18, from 6.30-8.30pm in the Ellison Hotel, Castlebar. All welcome.
Thanks to Crossmolina No Name Club and Foroige for decorating the town for Halloween.
Thanks to all who came to the meeting last week in relation to Christmas Lights. Crossmolina town will look well for this Christmas season.
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Knockmore GAA presents Dancing with Declan Nerney in the Great National Hotel, Ballina on Friday night, November 13, with Pat's Country Roadshow at 9pm and Declan Nerney on stage from 10pm to 12 midnight. Tickets costing €20 can be had from the hotel reception, Corcorans shop, Frank Mulvihill on 087 6486710, P Boyle on 086 3334124, or B Boland on 086 8678715. A great night of dancing assured and proceeds are towards the Sunflower Children’s Hospice.
Congratulations to the Knockmore Ladies on their win over Boyle in the AIB Connacht LGFA SFC semi final at Abbey Park, Boyle, and best of luck in the Connacht final.
Ann Coy extends a sincere thank you to all who supported a recent coffee morning in her home where €1,200 was raised for Mayo Roscommon Hospice.
Knockmore Knitting and Crochet Group would welcome new members to join. They meet every Thursday evening from 7-9pm in the centre in Knockmore.
At the special Mass of Remembrance celebrated in Christ the King Church Knockmore on Sunday, November 1 last, the following who died in the past year were remembered during the Mass: Elizabeth Dunne, Brendan Blewitt, Becky Finnerty, Liz Donoghue, Kevin Gallagher, Carmel McNulty-Reilly, Michael McHale, Hughie Doherty, Michael Murray, Gerrie DeCock, Carmel Devaney, Ben McTiernan, Kevin Finnerty, Brian McTiernan, Noady Naughton, Cian Farrell, Mary Boland, I've Masterson, Monica Horgan, Tony Kelly, Noel McDonagh, Michael Crean, Maureen Timlin, Theresa Coleman (nee Bourke), Maura Henry, Eileen Walsh, Ann Chambers (nee Barrett), Mary O’Hora, Val James, Ann Roche (nee Walsh), Michael McVann, Paddy McMahon, Martin Quinn, Patsy Walsh, Michael Fox, Padraig O’ Malley, Michael McHale (USA), Michael Melody, Margaret Rodgers, Mai McHale (nee Davis), Annie Dowd Murray, Christine Durkan, Patricia Gaughan (UK), Aiden McDonnell, Mark McDonnell, and Walter Galvin. May they all rest in peace.
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Four weeks of Chair Yoga with Elle will commence on Thursday, November 12, in Moygownagh Learning Forum from 1-2pm. It will comprise of gentle movements and better wellbeing. All are welcome.
Moygownagh ICA Indoor Christmas Market vendors are wanted on Sunday, December 6, from 11am to 4pm. Table cost €20. Contact Laura on 085 1519208.
Daria’s Daycare will be bag packing on Friday, November 13, from 10am in Dunnes Stores Ballina. If anybody is available to lend a hand for an hour or two contact Melissa on 087 2999014 or Daria’s Daycare Facebook page. Your support will be much appreciated.
Join in the fun, keep moving, stay strong, stay social every Wednesday in Moygownagh Community Centre at 1pm, costing €10 per person.
Congratulations to Ardleathmaigh U17 B on brining the Connacht title back to North Mayo. The final score was Ardleathmaigh 2-13, St. James Galway 2-11. Congrats to Moygownagh lads Adam Sweeney, Eoin Staunton and Sean Carey on a fantastic win.
Social Dancing class will be held on Monday evening, November 16 in Moygownagh Community Centre at 8pm. The event is organised by Moygownagh ICA.
A craft night will take place in Moygwownagh Learning forum on Thursday, November 12, at 7.30pm.
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Hot on the heels of Ardagh GAA Club's County Treanlaur Catering Exclusive Junior A championship triumph last week came the news that Ardleathmaigh U17 squad clinched the Connacht U17 B championship crown one week later at the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence in Bekan. An amalgamation of North Mayo clubs, Ardagh, Lahardane MacHales and Moygownagh, the young squad recorded a memorable and historic victory in the FBD sponsored competition. They ran out worthy winners by defeating Galway champions St. James's on a 2-13 to 2-11 scoreline. The entire game was played at a rapid and swift pace with both teams giving it their all throughout the 60 minutes. Each side displayed an abundance of skill and creativity which was a joy to watch for their respective bands of supporters who travelled to support them.
When the final whistle sounded there were scenes of unbridled joy and elation much to the delight of the young North Mayo representatives, mentors and their band of ecstatic supporters. Heartiest congratulations to all involved.
There was no outright winner of Ardagh GAA Club's monthly lotto draw held last week. Congratulations to Stephen Barrett (€50 winner) and Gerard McLoughlin (€50 online winner). The numbers drawn were 5, 14, 13, 6. The club thanks everyone who has purchased annual tickets and all those who play the monthly draw online. The next monthly lotto draw will take place on Sunday, November 22, and tickets can be purchased via smart lotto. The jackpot now stands at €6,700.
November is the month for the Holy Souls and Novena Masses for the faithful departed continues each evening in Ardagh Church at 7pm. November envelopes are available in the church and parishioners are encouraged to fill the names of their loved ones so as to be included in the Masses.
Ann Coy has expressed her sincere gratitude to all who supported the recent coffee morning held at her home in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice. A total of €1,200 was raised for the very worthy cause.
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Rosary for the faithful departed in all four local cemeteries will be held on Sunday November as follows 15: Ballycastle at 12.30pm; Kilbride at 1.30pm; Doonfeeney at 2.30pm and Belderrig at 3.30pm.
Save the date: Saturday, December 5, from 6 to 8pm in the Dome (back of Healys), come and enjoy Christmas activities with your family and friends. It's a free event but all donations are welcome.
Congratulations to Eileen Grier, last week's winner of €195 in the GAA 50/50 draw.
Cèide Coast Community Garden (F26 W544) Christmas Market will take place on Sunday, December 6, from 10.30am till 3.30pm with crafts by local craft workers, heritage crafts, homemade jams and chutney, baking, seaweed products, Christmas essential oils and alternative therapies, vintage china and glassware, and bric a brac. Mc's Grill Food Truck will also be there.
Ballycastle/Belderrig Parish Party will take place on Sunday, December 6, in Belderrig Community Centre, commencing with Mass. More details later.
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Bofield Handball juvenile training recommenced on Saturday, October 31. New members are always welcome. Contact John Fox for further details on 086 250 7658.
Bonniconlon Agriculture Show celebrated 75 years in existence with a Dinner Dance in the Diamond Coast on Saturday night last, November 7. A great evening of celebration was had by all.
The official opening of Sofia’s Coffee Junction Café in Gala, Bonniconlon took place on Friday November 6, with festivities getting underway from 10am and the official ribbon cutting took place at 2pm. It was a great afternoon of celebration, fun activities and community spirit as they marked this exciting new chapter for the shop and cafe in the heart of Bonniconlon.
Notices for the Parish Bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
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News items can be handed into the Failte Room by 10am on Thursday or phone 34130 or email tithecoistra@gmail.com.
The defibillator at the Fáilte Room beside the church is not working at the moment. It is been looked after, but there are defibrillators at Lacken Enterprise Centre and
A sincere and heartfelt thank you to Rosie of Rosie’s Studio, Easkey, for so kindly facilitating the Clay Creations classes and giving everyone the opportunity to try something new and different. It has been wonderful to see the enthusiasm, creativity and enjoyment of all those taking part. From learning new skills to sharing laughter and conversation, the classes have been a lovely experience and a great opportunity to come together, make new friends and enjoy something a little different. Sometimes the simplest experiences bring the greatest enjoyment, and it’s never too late to discover a new talent.
The organisers of the Lacken Tractor Run 2026 are delighted to invite everyone to a special evening for the presentation of proceeds raised in aid of Daisy Lodge (Cancer Fund for Children) and Over 55s events, Lacken Community Care on Friday, November 20, at 8pm in Bessie’s, kindly hosted by Nollaig and Michael D. Your kindness, generosity and community spirit have made this event possible and helped support two very worthy causes. The organisers are especially grateful and delighted that Mary McHugh Murphy from Daisy Lodge / Cancer Fund for Children will be joining them for this special occasion. There will be live music on the night from Tommy Moloney, and refreshments will be served. This special evening is an opportunity to celebrate what can be achieved when a community comes together and to express their heartfelt appreciation to everyone involved.
Join the people of Lacken Parish for a truly special evening as they come together as a parish community for the Lacken Church Christmas Carol Service, followed by the switching on of the Christmas Lights at the Sensory Garden on Friday, December 11. As the beautiful carols fill the church and the lights begin to shine in the Sensory Garden, they hope to create a little Christmas magic and treasured memories for everyone. It will be a time for reflection, a time for togetherness and a time to let the spirit of Christmas shine throughout the parish and in all their hearts.
The committee of Lacken Sensory Garden extend a heartfelt thank you to Mayo County Council for their generous funding and support of the recent Climate Action Week event at Lacken Sensory Garden which was facilitated by Philip Doddy. This important initiative gave the young people a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature, learn about caring for the environment and enjoy hands-on activities including seed saving, pumpkin carving, pollinator seed sowing and leaf printing. They also extend their appreciation to all the parents, gardeners and volunteers for their continued kindness, time and dedication. The Sensory Garden is more than just a garden – it is a place where community come together, friendships grow, learning comes alive and special memories are made.
Pilates with Caroline will continue at Lacken Enterprise Centre, with a new five-week programme commencing on Monday, November 16 at 8pm. These classes offer a wonderful opportunity to improve strength, flexibility and overall wellbeing, while enjoying an hour of exercise in a friendly, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The cost is €60 for five classes, with a special concessionary rate of €30 for regular participants. Payment can be made on the night or by Revolut to Caroline.
