Local Notes: Incredible weekend for Stokane NS's 'Fossil Finders' team.
Stokane NS's 'Fossil Finders' team win the First Lego League Trophy for their innovation project at the national final which was held in Dublin.
Stokane National School’s ‘Fossil Finders’ team had an incredible weekend at the First Lego League National final which was held in Dublin, bringing home a trophy for their outstanding work.
The first Lego League is a Stem based competition that combines Lego robotics, research, project presentation, teamwork and plenty of fun. This year’s theme ‘Unearthed’, challenged teams to explore problems faced by archaeologists.
The Fossil Finders rose to the challenge with creativity and enthusiasm. They designed and coded their very own robot, Digbot 3000, to compete in the robot games. Their innovation project focussed on real-world archaeological challenges, supported by research that included local site visits and discussions with experts in archaeology and engineering.
The team went above and beyond - dressing the part and even creating an archaeology-themed cake for their presentation. All their dedication and hard work paid off when they were awarded the First Lego League Trophy for their Innovation Project. A fantastic achievement and a proud moment for the whole school community.
It was a great evening for the Enniscrone Kilglass GAA young stars at Scarden last week, with the success on a couple of fronts.
Congratulations to Enniscrone NS boys on winning the county GAAmigos skills challenge, getting the better of their clubmates Kilglass NS who finished in second.
The Enniscrone NS girls team finished second in their division.
Then later in the evening, the Enniscrone/Kilglass U13s won the shield in the 7 a side competition. Well done to all the players involved and the club extend thanks to the coaches and parents for their efforts.
Jesus and Mary Secondary School, Enniscrone extend thanks to Carmel Mullaney from North West Credit Union, Sergeant Cara Kiernan (Crime Prevention Officer), Detective Terry Ferrelly from Sligo Garda Station and local Garda Cathy Melody for speaking to the senior students as part of Wellbeing Week.
The workshop focused on fraud awareness, safe buying and selling online, scams, and the risks associated with money mules. It was an excellent and highly informative session that provided the students with valuable knowledge to help them stay safe in today’s digital world. All at the school greatly appreciate their time, expertise and commitment to educating the students.
Well done to all the swimmers who represented Enniscrone Kilglass at the county finals of the Community Games where they collected some medals.
Ben Byrone 1st, Matthew Kilcullen 1st, Evid Gilroy 1st, Bonnie Reynolds 2nd, Mae Thornhill 2nd, Kate O’Meara 2nd, Naoise O’Boyle 3rd, Alimay Grimes 3rd, Finn Reynolds 3rd, U13 boys relay 2nd, U13 girls relay 3rd and U16 girls relay 3rd.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto draw on Sunday, March 22, were 6, 7, and 36. There was no jackpot winner and the €25 prizewinners were Siobhan Kilcullen, Susan and John, Jason McGowan and Michael Moyles. The jackpot in the latest draw held on Sunday, March 29, in Gilroy’s Bar was €12,600.
Kilglass Parish Community Centre are hosting their first ever Kilglass Hub Table Quiz, hosted by Billy Varley on the Sunday of the May Bank Holiday weekend. Last year the community came together in an incredible way and raised €99,000 through their sponsorship drive. Because of that support, they were able to contribute €50,000 (their match funding requirement) towards Phase 1 of the hub development.
Now, there is a €65,000 payment to Sligo County Council for their match funding requirement for Phase 2. This will be used to help build Phase 2. This is a huge milestone and something the whole community should be proud of.
The hub is doing really well, but the committee need to rebuild the fundraising buffer in order to continue developing the space and supporting activities in the community. So, this quiz night is about getting people together for a good night out while helping the hub continue to grow. Get your team together, expect tough questions from Billy with plenty of laughs along the way.
Tireragh Community Support are running an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5, from 12 noon to 3pm in Kilglass House F26H685. Tickets are on sale now in Kilglass House costing €5 per child (only children need tickets). Meet the Easter bunny, play games on the lawn, get your face painted, get creative with art and crafts, and enjoy the bake sale. This is a ticket only event and numbers are limited. Tickets must be collected from Kilglass House only. Text 083 4461322 for further information.
A Safe Pass training course will be held at West Sligo Family Resource Centre, Enniscrone on Saturday, May 9, from 8am to 9pm and the cost is €149. To book contact frstraining.com or text 083 4461322 for more information.
Kilglass Parish Community Centre and Digital Hub is open 7 days with access code for Hub users. Open for call in inquiries on Monday and Tuesdays from 10.30am to 1pm and on Wednesday and Thursdays from 1 to 3pm. The centre is located next door to the Church of the Holy Family Kilglass. Eircode: F26K20.
To book a hot desk/office space, go to the connected Hubs website https://connectedhubs.ie, https://www.kilglassparishcommunitycentre.com.
Rebecca Donnelly, Enniscrone, will run the half marathon in London on April 12, in memory of her aunt Mary Burke. All funds raised will go to pancreatic cancer research. Any donation, big or small, would be great appreciated. Donate to justgiving.com Rebecca’s Half Marathon for Pancreatic Cancer UK.
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It is that time of year again where the weather picks up and on field activities are starting again. Easkey GAA remind all players and members to renew their membership as soon as possible as to be eligible to play. This year Easkey GAA have added gym membership option and this is only available to senior adult players who are actively training with the club. Anyone wishing to use the gym who is not training with the senior team, can enquire with @andykfitness for supervised classes.
Spring is in the air and there is lots happening in Easkey Community Permaculture Garden, which is located beside St James Church. Go along and be part of this lovely community group.. grow your own food, help develop the new pond, be part of the wood fired oven build, learning as you go along.
The group extend thanks to Hares Corner for funding the pond and Sligo LEADER Partnership Company Ltd for the fabulous polytunnel and their ongoing support with workshops and projects. For further details contact 086 8178862.
The Eaksey 5k Family Fun Run in memory of Orlagh Cawley Clarke will be held on Sunday, May 3, at 3pm, starting at St James Church, in aid of SHOUT and North West Hospice. You can donated online in aid of SHOUT and North West Hospice at https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/meganclarke2.
Tireragh CCE presented Sean Nos lessons with Rachel Marren on Saturdays at 10.30am in Dromore West Community Centre. The classes are open to both adults and children. For details contact Rachel on 089 4543772.
The numbers drawn in the lotto which was held on Sunday, March 22, were 6, 9, 15 and 16. There was no jackpot winner and the €30 consolation prizes went to David O’Brien, Kevin King, Jonathan Conway, Chloe Cawley and Thomas Cawley. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on March 29, was €11,700.
Atlantic Care are urgently recruiting compassionate caregivers in Enniscrone and surrounding areas to provide quality support, companionship, and assistance for seniors, ensuring comfort within their own homes. Full drivers licence. Competitive rates of pay and support network. If you are interested contact Nollag 094 9014028. www.atlanticcare.ie.
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Comhghairdeas to Alanna Barrett and Doireann Markham a bhuaigh Feile Naisiunta Dramaiochta an Oireachtais i gCathair na Mart. Castleconnor Drama Group extend congratulations to Alanna Barrett and Doireann Markham who were both part of a 3 person cast in an Irish language play which won the Feile Naisiunta Dramaiochta, the All Ireland Drama Festival for Irish language drama. Alanna also won best overall actress at the awards. The play ‘An Rud Eatarthu’ written and directed by Seamus Cafferky, was an outstanding success. Well done to all involved. This play was entered by St Patrick’s Drama Group in Westport, and Castleconnor Drama Group members supported this production as well as providing 2/3 of the cast, with rehearsal space and props.
Stokane NS are having a fun-filled event with games, treats, prizes and plenty of Easter cheer for the whole family in aid of Stokane NS Parent’s Association, at Castleconnor Community Centre, on Monday, April 6, from 5 to 7pm. The cost is €5 per child and €10 per family. There will be a special guest, games, raffle and a cake sale.
The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA lotto which was held on Saturday, March 21, were 2, 6, 34 and 38. There was no jackpot and no match 3 winner. The lucky dip winner of €50 was John Creegan. The jackpot in the latest draw held on March 28, was €16,400.
Congratulations to the 5th and 6th class from Stokane NS who received the Sacrament of Confirmation on Sunday, March 22, marking an important step in their faith journey. All at Stokane NS are very proud of each and every one of them for all the hard work they put in preparing for the day.
