Local Notes: Local soccer star was Parade Grand Marshall
Ava Hallinan was the wonderful Grand Marshall at Enniscrone St Patrick's Day Parade pictured with Enniscrone Events chairperson Joe Queenan and the new resident St Patrick, Vincent Igoe.
Enniscrone St Patrick’s Day Parade committee in association with Castleconnor Community were delighted that Ava Hallinan was this year’s Grand Marshall at the Enniscrone parade.
Ava is one of the brightest young soccer talents to emerge from the Enniscrone and North Sligo area. A former Kilglass/Enniscrone Utd player and now representing Sligo Rovers, Ava has proudly worn the green jersey for Ireland at underage international level, earning caps with the Republic of Ireland U16 and U17 squads.
Among her many achievements, Ava was named Player of the Match against Scotland in the prestigious Bob Docherty Cup, was shortlisted for the FAI Schools U15 girls International Player of the Year, and played a key role in Ireland’s success at an international tournament in Italy.
In recognition of her outstanding performances and dedication to sport, Ava was honoured last year with the Red Og Young Sportsperson of the Year Award. A student of Jesus and Mary Secondary School, Enniscrone, Ava continues to inspire young players across the community with her talent, commitment and love of the game.
The parade committee was proud to celebrate one of their own and welcome Ava as Grand Marshall of the Enniscrone St Patrick’s Day Parade.
It was with a heavy heart that the family of Pauline Marren Regan, Rockbarton North, Salthill, Galway/Tullamore, Offaly/Enniscrone, shared the news of her unexpected death on Monday, March 16, completing her life’s journey in Galway where she lived and worked for over 30 years. Pauline will be deeply mourned by her heartbroken husband Padraic, son Andrew, daughters Jennifer and Hilary, by her siblings Hilary Galvin, Maire Piggott and Robert, her God children Hazel, Peter, Ally and Nicholas, many nieces and nephews, the extended Marren and Regan family, friends, colleagues at GUH and neighbours. Pauline was pre-deceased by her beloved parents Martina and Robert.
Pauline reposed in O’Flaherty Funeral Parlour, Galway on Friday, March 20, and removal took place from her home for Requiem Mass at St Joseph’s Church, Presentation Road at 10am on Saturday morning. Pauline was then received at the Church of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven, Enniscrone, at 1.45pm where final committal prayers took place, after which she was laid to rest in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Kilglass, Enniscrone. May Pauline rest in peace.
Jesus and Mary Secondary School, Enniscrone extend congratulations to Coastal Calendars who won 1st place in the senior category at the Sligo Enterprise Awards, which was held in the Sligo Park Hotel recently. Well done to the fantastic team of Brandon Jordan, Eoghan McGuinness, Philip Somers and Oisin Corcoran whose creativity, teamwork and entrepreneurial spirit impressed the judges and secured them the top prize. As a result of their success, Coastal Calendars will now go on to represent the school at the next stage in Mullingar and they are wished the very best of luck.
Seven teams represented the school on the day, where they showcased an incredible range of creative and innovative businesses. The businesses on display included: Katie’s Kards by Katie Hallinan; Wild Beanies by Cliodhna Lang, Emma Neary, Kate Holmes and Eabha McHale; Coastal Calendars by Brandon Jordan, Eoghabn McGuinness, Philip Somers and Oisin Corcoran; Coastal Charms by Emma Clarke, Jasmine O’Malley and Clodagh Lang; Cookie Creations by Julia Olejnicxak and Aisling McHale; Chloe’s Creations by Chloe Colleary. Well done to all on such fantastic displays.
The school thank their business teachers Ms Kilcullen and Ms Ryan for their guidance and support. The school are incredibly proud of this brilliant achievement.
Sympathy is extended to Carmel Melvin, Enniscrone, on the death of her father John McNulty, Cullen, Foxford, in his 105th year, peacefully surrounded by his family in the loving care of the staff and management of Ryevale Nursing Home, Leixlip, Co Kildare. John will be sadly missed by his daughters Carmel Melvin (Enniscrone), Eileen Gallagher (Leixlip), Rena O’Hara (Leixlip) and Angela Conlon (Cullen), his sons-in-law Padraic, Tony, Arthur and Benny, his grandchildren and great grandchildren, his niece Mary, many friends and neighbours.
John reposed in Ryevale Nursing Home on Wednesday, March 18, and in Clarke’s Funeral Home, Foxford on Thursday, March 19. His funeral Mass was held in St Thomas’s Church, Callow, Foxford, on Saturday, March 21, with burial afterwards in Craggagh Cemetery. May John rest in peace.
Jesus and Mary Secondary School Parents Association are holding a quiz night on Friday, March 27, at 8pm in the Diamond Coast Hotel, Enniscrone. Teams of 4 are only €40 per team and you can register your team on the night. Don’t miss out on the amazing prizes in the raffle and bring your friends, family, and neighbours along for a fun-filled evening.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto draw held on March 15, were 2, 26 and 39. The €25 prizewinners were Grace Regan, Padraic Tighe, Jenna Fitzgerald and Terry McDonnell. The jackpot in the latest draw held on March 22, in the Ocean Sands Hotel, was €12,400.
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.
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.
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.
The death took place of Frank Atkinson, formerly of Easkey and Sligo on March 2 last. His family are heartbroken by the loss. Frank meant so much to so many people, and they know the news of his passing will be difficult to hear. His family are grateful for the love and support they have already received during this incredibly hard time. Franks funeral will take place at St Johns Church, Felixstowe, Suffolk, England at 12.30pm on March 27.
Easkey Community Council extend thanks to lady captain of Enniscrone Golf Club, Antoinette Casey for kindly presenting €500 to Easkey Meals on Wheels. It was one of her chosen charities for her Christmas raffle. Dontations like this help the service greatly. Easkey Meals on Wheels deliver meals to people of the wider community from Enniscrone to Ballisodare and is a valuable service for West Sligo.
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.
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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 death took place of Dieter Kurt Losleben, Ardvalley House, Ardvalley, Castleconnor, and formerly of Strandhill Road, Sligo and Remscheid, Germany, on March 17.
Dieter predeceased by his parents Franz and Margarete, his sister Marliese Prinz, brother-in-law Rolf Prinz and his step son Bryan Timlin. He was the beloved husband of Marie, father of Maik and Simone, and will also be missed by his step daughters Yvonne Ward, Marguerite Timlin and Jillian Bunce, grandchildren Jennifer, Emily, Tamara, Hannah, Nils, Luca, Zachary, Sadhbh and Gemma, sons-in-law Padraig Ward, Jonathan Bunce, daughters-in-law Vanessa Losleben and Sophia Timlin, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and a wide circle of friends.
Dieter reposed at McGowan’s Funeral Home, Ballina on Monday evening, March 23 and his funeral will arrive to St Muredach’s Cathedral, Ballina today, Tuesday, March 24, for 1.30pm Requiem Mass followed by burial in Killanley Cemetery. May Dieter rest in peace.
The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA lotto held on March 14, were 4, 17, 35 and 36. There was no jackpot and no match 3 winners. The lucky dip winner of €50 was Daniel Ruane. The jackpot in the latest draw held on March 21, was €16,300.
The area handwriting competition of the Castleconnor Community Games will take place on Thursday, March 26, in the Hub (room beside the kitchen) at Castleconnor Community Centre at 6pm. Children can bring their own pencils. Parents must wait on the premises until their child is finished their work.
