Local Notes: Daniel O'Hara, Ballina, is a new recruit at Erris Agricultural Show's fancy dress class.
New recruit at Erris Agricultrual Show is Daniel O'Hara (4) from Ballina with his pony Hermione after his fancy dress class.
Darragh Loftus, Castlebar, who has just been appointed as Fine Gael's director of elections for the upcoming presidential election, is grandson of the late Thomas Gillespie, Carragorru, Knockmore. Thomas was involved with the Fine Gael Party for many years and was closely involved in elections at local and national level.
Meanwhile Darragh served as the party's Director of Elections in the county for last year's Local, European, General and Seanad elections. He is now looking forward to lead the team in Mayo for the Presidential election November.
Ballina-based electrolyte hydration startup EirLyte is officially launching with a high-energy, community-first event on Sunday, August 17, at the Kennedy Glasgow House, Ballina. The event will mark the debut of their scientifically formulated, sugar-free electrolyte drink mix. Guests can expect a full afternoon of activity, including: Free product sampling and flavour trials, a launch-day sales pop-up with exclusive bundles, special guest appearances, behind-the-scenes insights from the EirLyte founding team, and a first look at EirLyte’s mission and clean formulation philosophy.
Colm Naylor, founder of EirLyte. “As a company proudly based in Ballina, it means a lot to launch a science-backed, locally made product from the West of Ireland.” With a growing focus on health-conscious, ingredient-aware consumers, the brand is already drawing interest from athletes, trainers, and wellness professionals across the country.
The National Novena to Our Lady of Knock will commence tomorrow, Wednesday, August 13, and concludes on Thursday, August 21, the anniversary of the apparition at Knock. Novena ceremonies take place twice daily - 3pm and 8pm, workshops are held at 12.45pm daily, and there is themed guided prayer at 11.15am and 5.15pm daily. There will be an added extra on the final day with Apparition Witness Walk at 6.45pm. All welcome.
The numbers drawn on July 29, were 4, 6, 21 and 32. There was no jackpot winner. Weekly and season winners were; Mary Hughes, Melanie Grehan, Eddie O'Hora, John Walsh, Michael Timlin and Sandra Kelly. Lucky Dip winner was Kitty McNulty. The jackpot in the latest draw was €10,050. Your support as always is much appreciated.
The Class of 2000 25th anniversary school reunion will take place on Saturday, August 16. Contact Nuala McNulty on 087 9150237 for details.
Welcomed into God's family at their recent baptism in the parish were Ella Margaret Conlon, Joe Patrick Lavelle, and Rian Marley. Congratulations to their proud parents and families.
Deepest sympathy is extended to the family of the late Keith Flynn, formerly of Knockanillaun, whose death took place in Meath (nephew of Fr Michael Flynn); to the family of the late Eileen Leonard, whose death took place in Fermanagh, aunt of Imelda James, Corroy; to the family of the late John William Dunne, late of Rathbane who died in Preston, UK and to the family of the late Patricia McHugh (aunt of Raymond Dempsey) who died in Halifax. May they all rest in peace.
The numbers drawn in the Knockmore GAA lotto on Saturday, August 2, were 3, 7, 21, 29. There was no winner for the €13,400. Jackpot. Weekly winners were Michael McDonald and Ray McHale. Season ticket winners were PJ Moran and John Healy, and the lucky dip winner was Niamh Noone.
North Mayo CE is looking for an administrator for their CE Scheme based in Knockmore Resource Centre. The usual CE criteria apply. Give your name to your local intreo office or contact Marie Claire on 087 9905717 for details.
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The numbers drawn in the lotto which was held on Saturday, August 2, for a jackpot of €8,900 were 7, 11, 17 and 20. There was no jackpot winner, and the €40 weekly winners were; Paddy Ruane, Caranaglough; Calum Durcan, Carralavin Desmond Reape, Omagh; Ann Mc Knight, Blackrock Court, Ballina; and Margaret Rockford (online) The jackpot in the draw which was held on August 9, was €9,050.
Western Care are looking for single people/couples/families to provide respite breaks for children and adults across County Mayo, in your own home. If you are interested and/or would like further information about Home Sharing, contact Ruth Kneafsey, Home Share Co-ordinator on 094 9029148 or 087 6811261.
Mass times in Bonniconlon Church for the holiday period from August 9 -31 are as follows: there will only be a Saturday evening vigil Mass. Sunday morning Masses will resume on Sunday, September 7. The Feast of the Assumption will be celebrated on August 15, at 11am.
Notices for the parish bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
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Best of luck to all who bought tickets in the Cairde Maigh Eo draw. The first draw took place on August 9, and further draws will be held on August 16, 23 and 30 and September 6 and 13. Moygownagh GAA Club greatly appreciates all who have purchased tickets this time and in the past.
There are currently vacancies in the Moygownagh Community Employment Scheme including catering assistants and home visits. DEASP criteria applies. Contact 096 31066 for further details.
If any member of a family would like to read at Mass on Saturday evening /Sunday morning, if the Mass intention is requested by you, please let Fr Matt know, or email moygownaghparish@gmail.com to confirm when booking Mass.
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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.
Neighbours and friends from Lacken, Killala and Cooneal parishes enjoyed a great day out together at Knock Shrine last Wednesday. Mick Reddington of Reddington Buses assisted by Aine, the tour organiser, travelled around the high roads and byroads of Lacken and on to Killala to collect passengers and deliver them to Knock House Hotel on time for lunch. Then there was free time before Mass at 3.15pm which was celebrated by Fr Michael Harrison PP Killala, Lacken and Cooneal. Fr Michael delivered a beautiful homily at the Gable Chapel recalling the Apparation of 1879 and its significance at that time in Ireland. He also shared his personal memories of visiting the Shrine as a young teen with his parents and the profound effect it had on him. The bus departed Knock at 5pm and Mick returned parishioners back home after a most enjoyable day out. Thank you Mick for going the extra mile and ensuring the safety and comfort of all your passengers. It was another great day for the parish.
There was great excitement last Tuesday evening in the Sensory Garden as the first planning meeting for Lacken Tractor Run 2025 got underway. The Zen Den was an appropriate venue as it was constructed from the proceeds of last year’s Tractor Run. A beautifully crafted wooden shelter constructed from the finest of teak wood ensuring durability and resistance to the elements, the Zen Den is finished to a very high spec, with a classic natural slated roof and carefully chosen ornamental ridge tiles.
The team involved can be doubly proud of their achievements in completing this project, as Storm Eowyn caused extensive damage to the shelter in January resulting in it being transported back to the workshop in Foghill to be reconstructed. Now back in its original location in the Sensory Garden, the inside walls are decorated with multisensory wall panels, there is a table and seating lending itself to a quiet place to read or meditate, to picnic and have fun or just to sit and look out and relax in this beautiful location. If you would like to be involved in helping to organise this year’s Tractor Run come along to the next meetings, details will be posted on social media and church bulletin. All support appreciated.
The Gardening group continues to meet on Tuesday mornings at 11am and Thursday evenings at 7pm. New gardeners are always welcome. No experience necessary. Just drop in and enjoy.
LBK walking group meet on Monday and Thursday mornings at 10am. On Monday the group enjoyed a breezy walk around the Gazebo in Lacken and on Thursday they ventured to Sralagagh, a beautiful scenic trail starting from Ballycastle Village. The trail is 9.5 km in distance, and rises to pass through working bogland, crossing the bottom of the hill at Ballyknock. The route affords walkers spectacular views of Downpatrick Head, before descending to Ballyglass and returning to Ballycastle. New walkers are always welcome.
National Walking Day takes place annually in September as part of European Week of Sport and is organised by Get Ireland Walking. This flagship event is supported by a week of themed days, beginning on September 23 to encourage everyone to get moving. Themes include mindful walking, equality and inclusitivity, access for all, active travel, workplace walking, and happy hiking, each offering unique opportunities to participate. The walking group in Lacken are delighted to have been invited by Mayo Sports Partnership to host an event on September 25 to celebrate National Walking Day. The Activator Pole walking group in Lacken is an amazing success story and this invitation from Mayo Sports Partnership recognises the commitment and dedication of the walkers in Lacken and their friends from surrounding parishes have shown to this new initiative. The group are grateful to Mayo Sports Partnership and Brian Glackin at Tonnta Adventures for all the guidance and support.
Last weeks winner was Mary Munnelly. There are numbers available, if interested contact Leo on 087 9163851.
