Local Notes: Enjoying the Residents Association Family Fun Day at Abbeytown/Abbeyview, Crossmolina.
Pictured enjoying the Abbeytown/Abbeyview Residents Association Family Fun Day recently were back from left; Maureen and Martin Timlin, and Gerry Irwin. Seated Angela Clifford, Ann Lynott and Eamonn Clifford.
News of the passing of Ronan James, Corroy, was met with great sadness by his local community. Ronan passed away on August 1, last in Mayo University Hospital surrounded by his beloved family following an illness. His remains reposed at McGowan Funeral Home on the Saturday evening prior to his removal to Christ the King Church, Knockmore, from his residence, on Sunday morning for his 11am Requiem Mass. Ronan was pre-deceased by his parents, brothers Vincie and Martin, sisters Kathleen and Maura.
In extending a warm welcome to all present and especially to those travelling a long distance, the large numbers present heard chief celebrant Fr Sean Killeen pay many tributes to his brother-in-law Ronan. He spoke of his many great qualities, his great love for his family, his dedication to the Mass and the Sacraments and of his lifelong membership of the Pioneer Association. He spoke of the great sadness felt on the passing of his beloved wife Sheila in her fifties and the many other crosses he had to bear down the years. He spoke of the love and care returned to him by his beloved family, especially in more recent years, a family that remained loyal to the very end.
In the eulogy at the end of Mass, his daughter Jean, on behalf of the family recalled many beautiful memories of her dad and growing up in Corroy and of the example shown them by him and their mother down the years.
Ronan was born on March 27, to parents the late Martin and Kate James (nee Brogan), and was a member of a family of five. Working as a driver for the nearby Corroy Glucose Factory, his work took him to many parts of the country. He married the love of his life Sheila Killeen, from nearby Cloghans and reared a family of seven. Ronan also took over the running of the family farm and enjoyed so much tending to his crops and caring for his animals.
Ronan will be remembered always as a kind and caring person who had a smile always for all he met, he was dearly loved by his neighbours and friends and will be missed so very much in his neighbourhood of Corroy.
We take this opportunity to extend his beloved family our deepest sympathy at this time, to his daughters Mary, Jean and Ann, sons Sean, Finbarr, Michael and Kenneth, to his beloved 17 grandchildren, to his many nephews and nieces, cousins, neighbours and many friends.
May Ronan now rest in peace.
Due to bad weather conditions the annual Ballinahaglish Cemetery Mass was postponed and will now be celebrated on Sunday evening next, August 18, at 6pm.
The numbers drawn last week were; 2, 12, 20 and 35. Weekly winners were Clive Moore and Saorla McLoughlin and the season ticket winners were Peter Granahan and Johnny Flynn. Lucky dip winner was Noelie Ruane. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on Saturday, August 10, was €8,200.
The numbers drawn last week were; 2 ,13, 17 and 19. €25 winner was James Ryder. Your support is very much appreciated.
The numbers drawn on July 29, were 3, 15 , 25 and 31. €20 winner were; Davys Tool Hire, John Reape, John Joe Dunleavy, Michael McHale, Pauline Corcoran and Enda Munnelly. Lucky dip winner was Bernie Duffy. The jackpot in the latest draw was €2,250.
The Mayo Cancer Support Association are holding a church gate collection on August 17 and 18, at Christ the King Church, Knockmore. If anyone can assist with the collection, call Rose at 083 4890754.
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Fantasy League
Ardagh GAA club recently launched its GAA Fantasy League fundraising event for 2024/25 season with prizes for the top three and an additional cup winner prize. The organisers of the competition, which proved an outstanding success last year, are hoping for another bumper event and urge all players, supporters and families to enter the novel fundraiser. Participants can access these links to enter the competition https://fantasy.premierleague.com/. Pay €10 entry fee via link below.
https://www.klubfunder.com/Clubs/ArdaghGaa_Club/TicketSales#Fantasy_Football_League. Once payment is complete you are included and will receive a code via email/text within 24 hours.
Ardagh GAA club officers thank everyone who organised and supported the recent Quiz Loco fundraising event held in Mickey O'Boyle's. Special thanks to MC Owen Pritchett, quiz compilers and all those behind the scenes, correcting, collecting, prize sponsors ensuring the event ran like clockwork.
Well done to all the participants and organisers who took part in the recent Kelloggs Cul Camps organised by Ardmoy and held in Moygownagh GAA grounds recently. The event was an outstanding success and enjoyed by all.
Ardagh GAA Club's monthly lotto draw jackpot currently stands at €4,300. Tickets are available from usual outlets or online at www.ardaghclub.com where you can access the direct lotto link. Support appreciated.
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There was no winner of Crossmolina Deel-Rovers GAA Club lotto jackpot of €4700, on Saturday night, August 3, in Hineys Bar, when the numbers drawn were 6, 12, 14 and 35. No punter matched three numbers and three tickets were drawn; Aiden Mulligan, Castlehill, Ballina; Paidi Corcoran, Kilmurray; and Martina Caden, The Boreen, Crossmolina and they won €50 each.
This coming Saturday evening Crossmolina Deel-Rovers travel to take on Lahardane McHales in Bofeenaun in the first round of the Intermediate Championship at 7pm. You are advised to get there in good time as there is always huge interest when those neighbours clash.
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The death occurred on Saturday, August 3, of Noel Madden, Kinlough, Co. Leitrim, and late of Ballycastle. Sympathy is extended to his wife Mary and family, his brothers PJ and Sean, sister Mary, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.
Sympathy is also extended to the brothers, sisters, relatives and friends of Frank Naughton, Ballina and formerly of Portarlington and Wicklow (former teacher at Stells Maris Secondary School, Ballycastle).
May they both rest in peace.
Congratulations to Kian McDonnell, winner of the Bank Holiday 50/50 GAA draw of €500.
Mass will be celebrated in Doonfeeney Cemetery on Friday, August 16, at 7pm and in Kilbride Cemetery on Friday, August 23, at 7pm.
This half marathon and 10k coastal run, organised by Ballycastle Athletic club, will take place on Saturday, September 21. Check the Facebook page or apply online at ceidecoasthalfmarathon.com. Any queries contact Joe Gardiner at 086 8453067.
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Killala Live Events Festival takes place from August 14 to 18 with a variety of events to include the main act All Folk'd Up playing in Killala Community Centre on August 17. Tickets are available on eventbrite and from committee members. See Killala Live Facebook page for a full list of events.
Killala Festival Fireworks take place on Sunday, August 18, at 11pm from the Quay in Killala. The committee ask all landowners in the surrounding area, to secure all animals, to include dogs and livestock, so that everyone has a safe and enjoyable festival.
The numbers drawn on August 7 were; 1, 4, 13 and 25. Consolation prizes went to Seamus Murphy, Ann Marie Bourke and Tony Lynagh.
The 29th annual Alan Donnelly Talent Show will be held on Thursday, August 15. To enter contact Madeline Cummins at 083 8817482.
A vintage and retro vehicle display will be held on Saturday, August 18. Entry is free. For more information contact Madeline Cummins at 083-8817482.
Mass at the Holy Well Rosserk will be held on Sunday, August 18, at 3.30pm.
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Daria’s Day Care are delighted to announce that they are opening an after school service in September 2024 for National School Children. Opening times Monday to Friday 2 to 5.15pm. ECCE hours remain from 9am-12pm with 2 additional hours under the National Childcare Scheme, 3 places remaining. National Childcare Scheme (NCS) costs will vary depending on the means test by the NCS. Playschool 12-2pm. Minimum rate of €4.50 per week to a maximum of €22.60 per week. Afterschool Service 2-3pm (1 hrs service) minimum rate of 3.25 per week to a maximum of 11.30 per week. 3pm-5.15pm minimum rate €19.65 per week to a maximum of €37.36 per week. This includes a provision for a snack. Email dariasdaycare@gmail.com or 086 0797586 for further information and to register your child’s interest.
The 50/50 draw which takes place forthnightly costs €5 entry per draw. There are options for a 3, 6, month and a discounted yearly entry available via the klub-funder platform, https://www.klubfunder.com/Club/Moygownagh/Ticket sales which the GAA have used down through the years for other fundraising ventures. Also envelopes are available locally at Moygownagh GAA Community Centre or from club officers.
North Mayo Heritage Centre will be holding an Artisan Food and Craft Market on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Any Artisan food producer or craftsperson interested in having a stall email Sarah on nmhcommunity@gmail.com or call the office on 096 31809.
Defective Concrete Blocks Support Mayo North East Partnership will hold clinics throughout Mayo by appointment to assist homeowners with the DCB Grant Scheme and application. If anyone has an available local property or storage area that can be rented out to people whose homes are impacted by pyrite, contact Caroline on 087 4828261 or email carolinewilson@mayonortheast.com.
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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.
Mass will be celebrated at the well on Sunday, August 18, at 3.30pm. Follow signs for Rosserk Abbey.
Musculoskelatal Therapy Mayo offers injury assessment, diagnosis treatment and rehabilitation from the comfort of your own home. Certified Athletic Therapist Declan Golden can be contacted on 086 8602352 or email declanmskmayo@gmail.com.
Bonus ball winner last week was The Thompson family. There are numbers available for bonus ball, if interested contact Leo on 087 9163851.
