Local Notes: Kilmovee Shamrocks GAA present proceeds of tractor run to Kilmovee Civil Defence
At a recent meeting of Kilmovee Civil Defernce Mark Barry chairperson of Kilmovee Shamrocks makes a presentation of a cheque for €900 to Gerry Regan Co Ordinator of Kilmovee Civil Defence. The €900 was the proceeds of the recent tractor run organised by Kilmovee Shamrocks GAA club. Pictured from left were Enda Duffy, Adrian Flatley, Jeremy Concannon, Mark Barry, Gerry Regan, Geraldine Duffy, Patrick Regan and Tommy Horan. Picture James Hunt Photography.
Items for inclusion in the notes can be submitted to Julie Ryan: ryankneafsey@gmail.com or call/text/WhatsApp 087 7694781 (after 6pm). Deadline for receipt of items is 6.30pm Wednesday.
There is less than a week left until Scoil Cheoil Siamsa begins on July 28. It's time to register if you haven't already done so. Enrolment forms for all age groups are available in Ray Lambe's or by email from cceswinford@gmail.com. You can also contact 087 7454032 or any branch committee member. The Rhythm and Song workshop for 4-6 year olds is a new initiative this year. There is a great team on board and good fun while learning is guaranteed.
The Seomra na Gaeilge/ Pop up Gaeltacht (which is free thanks to Eoghan O'Connell) will run from 3 to 6pm and all age groups welcome to pop in at any stage. From 5pm a special emphasis will be placed on oral Irish exams. The mixed instruments session/workshop is another new initiative this year and anyone of any age group who would like to practice playing in a group and learn a few new tunes in a friendly fun environment is welcome.
The Swinford Comhaltas Annual Show will take place on the August Bank Holiday Monday night in Swinford Cultural Centre. This year’s show is ‘The Swinford Connections: le ceol agus le croí’. The show will focus on the many links forged by traditional music singing and dancing e.g. links between Ireland and other countries through the emigration of Irish artists, links between the musicians and traditions of the past and our present culture, the connections between music and other forms of artistic expression. All of this will be interspersed with the music, singing, dancing, poetry and storytelling of wonderful local and visiting performers. Bígí linn.
The 4th annual ‘Time to Shine’ talent show takes place this year on Friday, August 1, in Julian’s of Midfield. It’s a very enjoyable show with great prizes for both junior and senior sections, but if you’re not in you can’t win. Information and entry forms are available at Ray Lambes Jewellers or by email from railwayplayers2018@gmail.com. For more information contact Ann on 087 4636841.
Swinford Show Entertainment 2025 for all the family. For the children there will be a pet farm on site with lima's, snakes, reptiles, rabbits, goats. sheep and lots more. Entertainment for the day includes bouncy castles, obstacle courses, face painting and live music with Stuart Moyles and his band with dancing. Swinford Agricultural Show Day 2025 is Sunday, August 24.
Congratulations to Joe McNulty who won €635 in the June Killasser Community Centre 50/50 draw with Colin Cronolly and Mikey Durkan winning €20 spot prize each. The next draw takes place on Sunday, August 3.
Weather permitting, Mass will be celebrated in Meelick Cemetery on Sunday, August 3, at 9am, in Kilconduff Cemetery on Monday, August 4, at 6.30pm, in Midfield Cemetery on Friday, August 15, at 7pm and in the Workhouse Cemetery on Friday, August 22, at 6.30pm.
Tickets for the 2025 Club Development Draw are on sale for €100 with a staggering €97,500 of prize money to be won, that’s 200 prizes ranging over €200 to €10,000. For every €100 ticket sold, €90 goes directly back to Swinford GAA club. Tickets can be bought from senior players, football coaches and the executive committee.
Congratulations to Brendan Harrington who won €357 in the Swinford GAA Club 50/50 draw.
Congratulations to TJ Groarke of Swinford FC on winning the Carra Catering League One Player of the Month for June 2025.
The weekend of July 12th/13th was a weekend of blazing sunshine, blistering scores and a few weary golfers wilting in the heat. In the Ladies 9 Hole Stableford, Geraldine Turbitt kept her cool to take top honours with 21 points, edging out Ann Moore and Carmel Timoney on 19 points each.
Meanwhile, in the Gents 18 Hole Stableford, Sean Golden turned the course into his own treasure trove, striking a mighty 45 points. Philip Irwin Jnr, with a score that would win most competitions was second with 44, while Vincent Murtagh rounded out the podium on 40.
Ladies 9 Hole Stableford: 1st Geraldine Turbitt 21 points, 2nd Ann Moore 19 points and 3rd Carmel Timoney 19 points Gents 18 Hole Stableford: 1st Sean Golden 45 points, 2nd Philip Irwin Jnr 44 points and 3rd Vincent Murtagh 40 points.
The numbers drawn in the Swinford Community Lotto draw on July 14 were 12, 19, 22 and 27. €70 vouchers were won by Tony Doherty, Liscottle and Lilian Judson, Cloonfinish; €35 was won by Sarah Dunleavy, c/o The Post Office, Tom Costello, Swinford, C Reddington, c/o Moore's, June Kilkenny, c/o Moore's, David Langford, Killasser, Annie O'Hara, Logcurragh, Marina Byrne, Park Rd, Swinford and Kathryn Gavaghan, Cloonlara. The jackpot is now €6,000.
Tune into Sky Channel 588 on Tuesday, July 22, at 8.30pm where TV Ireland will be broadcasting highlights from The Síamsa Sráide Street Festival Swinford launch night 2025 which took place back in June. Viewers can also watch it on TV Ireland’s YouTube channel at the same time.
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Bohola.
The death occurred of Nancy Rainey, Blanemore, Straide. She was buried in Straide cemetery after her funeral Mass in St Peter and Paul Church, Straide, on Saturday, July 19. Nancy was mother of Mary Jordan, Treenduff, Bohola. Sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved.
Little Nest Care, Bohola, has a vacancy for an afterschool leader and afterschool assistant. Benefits will include pay above the ERO rate, employee guidance and support and 50% employee childcare discount. Send your cv to littlenestcareltd@gmail.com or call 083 1948292.
Mass will be celebrated in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Bohola on Saturday, August 2, at 6pm and in Straide Cemetery on Sunday, August 3, at 11am.
Lip Sync Battle 2025 will be held on November 15, in the Park Hotel, Kiltimagh. Get ready for a night of music, moves, and mayhem as local legends take to the stage to lip sync their hearts out and all in support of a great cause. The goal is to raise €25,000 for a brand new playground for the children of Bohola and surrounding areas.
Performers are needed, so whether you're a solo star or part of a dynamic duo or group, they want you. If you don’t have a group, that’s no problem, as the committee will hhappily channel their inner Louis Walsh and help create one for you. It’s going to be a night to remember - full of fun, laughter, and community spirit. So get ready to bring the sparkle, the sass, and the stage presence.
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Kilmovee.
Meabh Lavin and Saerlaith Dillon who were members of the Mayo U16 team who were defeated by Kerry in the All Ireland A final in Nenagh on Wednesday, July 16 last.
The seniors lost out to Burrishoole in their final group match of Division 1 Senior League, on a scoreline of 2-13 to 1-09. Finishing third in the group, they will now face Castlebar Mitchels in the Division 1 shield final.
Hard to luck to the U14's who came up against a strong team from The Neale in their B Championship semi-final. They were right in the game until the final ten minutes, when The Neale finished with a flourish. The final score was 7-13 to 4-08.
The annual Masses in the local cemeteries as follows, weather permitting: Saturday, August 2, at 6.30pm St Brigid’s Cemetery; Sunday, August 3, at 10am in Naomh Mobhi Cemetery; Sunday August 3 , at 11.30am in Culmore Cemetery; Monday, August 4, at 1pm Urlaur Abbey; Thursday August 7, at 7.30pm in St Patricks Old Cemetery, Rusheens.
The Re-return bin is located outside Kilmovee Swimming Pool every day between 3-8pm. Your donations will go towards the upkeep of the pool. Please note that only clean, undamaged bottles with the 'R' logo can be accepted. As always, thank you for supporting this terrific amenity in our community.
The Kilkelly Car Boot sale will take place on Sunday, August 31 ,from 12- 4pm at Kilkelly Trimoige Community Centre Car Park. The cost is €20 per car and €25 per van. Teas/coffees and home baking will be available in the community centre. To book contact 089 4179929.
The death took place of Seamus McDermott, Chester Road, Sutton, Coldfield, Birmingham and formerly of Lisacurkia, Tibohine, Castlerea, suddenly, at home on July 4. He was predeceased by his wife Sheila, parents John and Bridget and his brother John. Seamus is survived by his sons John and Eugene, brothers Tim, Paddy and Roger, sisters Margaret, Breedge, Ann, Una, Patricia, Betty, Teresa and Carmel, daughter-in-law Mediha, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Seamus reposed in The Sharkey Funeral Home, Ballaghaderreen, on Sunday, July 20, followed by removal at 7.30pm to St. Baoithin’s Church, Tibohine arriving at 8pm. Mass of the Resurrection was held yesterday, Monday, July 21, at 11am, followed by interment in Tibohine (new) cemetery. May he rest in peace.
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