Local Notes: Lacken NS children make their Confirmation.
Children from Lacken NS who made their Confirmation recently pictured with Archbishop Francis Duffy, Fr Michael Harrison and their teacher Mrs Emer Noone.
Ardagh secured a well-earned 1-17 to 2-9 victory over Shrule-Glencorrib in the Mayo senior football league last weekend. Meanwhile, Ardagh B have home advantage over rivals Islandeady B when they take to the field next Saturday evening, May 30, at 7.30pm in the Mayo premier junior C football championship. Club officials are urging their supporters to come out in large numbers for what should be a keenly-contested fixture. Those attending are asked to heed the advice of club stewards when parking, etc.
Time is fast approaching for Ardagh GAA Club's annual summer camp which will be held from July 13-16 inclusive at the club grounds. Three action-packed days of GAA, soccer, rounders, tag rugby, dodgeball and numerous other fun activities. To secure your child's place please phone James at 087 3215229. Camp coordinators are Jenny Kelly and James Carr. Lots of fun loving and jam packed activities to be enjoyed.
A timely reminder that the Lisheen/Cooneal/Crossmolina Cycling Club members will undertake their annual memorial charity cycle next Monday (Bank Holiday) June 1. The charity cycle, which is in memory of Brian Cawley, Patrick McHale and Christine Irwin, will start from Ardagh Community Centre (Eircode F26 W521) commencing at 10am. The cycle is suitable for all levels with a 50k route around the beautiful Lough Conn and a 30k route from Ardagh into Knockmore along a level course. Refreshments served afterwards for everyone.
Ardagh Community Centre will host the annual coffee morning in aid of Foxford Alzheimer's Community Trust this coming Sunday, May 31, starting at 11.30am in Ardagh Community Centre. All support will be greatly appreciated.
Congratulations to the pupils of Ardagh and Knockanillo National Schools who received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion at a special Mass held in Ardagh Church last weekend.
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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.
A public meeting regarding the Tirawley Windfarm affecting the area's of Lacken, Ballycastle, Killala, Moygownagh, Kilfian and Cooneal will be held on Thursday, May 28, at 8.30pm in Lacken Enterprise Centre F26 K2V4.
Congratulations to the First Holy Communion Class - JJ Lavin, Aleeya O'Donnell, Rebecca Fogarty, Eabha Togher and Rian Munnelly from Lacken NS and thanks is extended to their teacher Mrs. Raidie Fitzmaurice and Fr. Ger Moore for the beautiful ceremony on the day. The Confirmation Class was Leah Munnelly, Amy Lavin, Cathal Kearney and Dylan Noone and they thank their teacher Mrs Emer Noone, Archbishop Francis Duffy and Fr. Michael Harrison for making their day so special.
The bonus ball winner last week was Mary Munnelly. There are numbers available. Contact Leo Loughney 087 9163851.
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Moygownagh ICA Paint and Sip launch party evening takes place on Friday, May 29, from 8 to 9.30pm in Moygownagh Learning Forum. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. Book by calling Laura on 085 1519208.
Moygownagh Walking Group will meet on Wednesday at 8pm starting from Moygownagh Community Centre. All members of the community are welcome to come to both events but please wear a high-vis.
Ronan Clarke Annual 10k Run/Walk takes place on Sunday, June 7, starting 12 noon from Killala Community Centre.
Members of the Rambling House Group extend thanks to their Macrame tutor, Jamie Morgan for her time and patience talking them through the basics of the ancient craft.
A public meeting regarding the Tirawley Windfarm affecting the area's of Lacken, Ballycastle, Killala, Moygownagh, Kilfian and Cooneal will be held on Thursday, May 28, at 8.30pm in Lacken Enterprise Centre F26 K2V4.
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The numbers drawn in the Bonniconlon lotto held on May 16, for a jackpot of €15,050 were 3, 22, 23 and 33. There was no jackpot winner. The €40 prizewinners were; Michael McKenzie, Carracrum; Declan Leonard, c/o Michael McKenzie; Darragh Lynch, Carracrum; Sinead Starrs, Ballina; Nigel Meer, Newtown. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on May 23, was €15,200.
Notices for the Parish Bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
