Local Notes: Kilmore Ladies FC presentation night following successful season.
The award winners at the recent Kilmore Ladies FC end of season awards night held in Binghamstown.
Following on from a successful season in 2023 and winning the Mary Walsh Memorial, Kilmore Ladies FC in 2024 won the Division One Mayo Women's League and to mark the great achievement an awards night was held in O’ Raghallaigh’s Binghamstown on November 8. The awards were as follows and congratulations to all: Golden Boot -Molly Boylan, Most Improved Player -Sharon McAndrew, Most Versatile Player - Rachel Barrett, Goal of the Season - Deena Barrett, Young Player of the Year - Lauren Barrett, Player of the Year - Amy Carey, Supporter of the Year - Kayleigh Winters, Appreciate Award - Fiona and John James McNamara, Hall of Fame Award - Sinead Togher, Club Person of the Year - Ray Whelan.
The club thank their sponsors for the awards night; Togher Group, O’ Raghallaigh’s, An Builin Blasta, the Cafferkey family, Carne Golf Course, Churchfield Home Services, Cathy Togher, Maloney Plant Hire Ltd., Paul and Aggie Neary, Fiona and John James McNamara and a huge thank you to all who supported and sponsored the club in the past 2 years, wishing you all continued success in your endeavours. Thank you to Sean Fahy Music, Sarah Togher and Teresa and Ray Whelan for entertainment and hosting this evening. Wishing Kilmore Ladies FC every success in their upcoming season 2025.
The annual Erris Exiles Reunion Dinner Dance was held November 9 last in the Claddagh Ring Hendon London. This dance was organised by Sean Ruddy and friends to raise funds for four different causes; The Irish Wheelchair Association, Glencastle Special School, St Luke’s Hospice London and the Tullaghan Bawn Rowing Club. Music was provided by the one and only Martin Ruddy and his band. It was a full house and once again the Erris exiles gathered to support courses at home and in London.
The Irish Wheelchair Association along with Glencastle Special School thank the Ruddy family for their on-going support. Thanks also to those who donated prises and bought at the auction, wonderful people who never forgot where they came from and always have Erris in their hearts.
The Belmullet /Glencastle Senior Citizens Christmas Party will be held in the Broadhaven Bay Hotel Belmullet on Sunday, December 1. Mass at 2pm is followed by dinner, music and entertainment. Give names to Belmullet Parish Office, Maeve McDonnell, Claire O’Donahue, Carmel Gaughan and Breege McDermott or Glencastle/Bunnahowen Post Office. It will be a great afternoon to enjoy before Christmas.
The draw was held on November 10, and the numbers drawn were; 2, 17, 20 and 27 with no winner for a jackpot €7,800. The house prize of €100 was won by Amanda Healy, Ballinaboy and the €30 offline winners were Tommy Cafferkey, Stonefield and Frankie Naughton, Barahave. The €30 online winners were Sinead Mills, Inver and Laura Doherty, Pullathomas. The jackpot for the latest draw which was held in McGuire’s, Barantra was €8,300.
Author and Psychotherapist, Michael Ryan, will speak at a special conference at 7pm on Monday, November 25, in the Erris Coast Hotel, alongside Mindset and Performance Coach, Marie Sweeney Khalifa, and Behaviour Support Specialist, Emily Togher. Michael will look at Anxiety Management for Adolescents, including those with neurodivergent identities (Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia etc). The speakers will explore common types of anxieties and give practical suggestions around strategies for teenagers, parents and guardians. This enlightening and enjoyable event will be suitable for parents, guardians, SNAs and anyone with an interest in supporting teenagers with anxiety. Canapés and refreshments will be served. Admission is free but booking is essential. Email rinagarrett@mayonortheast.com or call Rina 087 184 0214.
The branch held a meeting recently in the Westend Bar in Bangor where delegates/members/supporters from the FG branches in the area were present. Chairing the meeting was Philip Irwin and secretary, Michael J. Deane. Also attending was Michael Ring TD and Keira Keogh, Westport general election and FG candidate and Councillor Gerry Coyle. A general discussion took place on local and national matters. Michael Ring was wished well in his retirement from politics and he was acknowledged for his hard work as a deputy and Minster over the years. Michael addressed the meeting and thanked the FG branch for their help over the years and asked for support for Keira Keogh in the upcoming election, Then Keira Keogh and Councillor Gerry Coyle addressed the meeting. A retirement function for Michael Ring will be held in Erris at a later date.
