Local Notes: Midfield Pipe Band perform at Ashford Castle.
Midfield Pipe Band who performed recently in Ashford Castle.
Items for inclusion in the notes can be submitted to Julie Ryan as follows: email ryankneafsey@gmail.com or call leaving a voicemail if not answered/text/WhatsApp 0877694781 (after 6pm). Deadline for receipt of items is 6.30pm Wednesday.
Results of the games played on Tuesday, January 20. Card winners were Phyllis Bredican, Peter Geraghty, Annie McNeela, Esther Munnelly, Michael Moran, Gerry Moran, Tom Durkan, Michael Ward, Noreen Geraghty and Eileen Geraghty. Raffle prizes were won by Esther Munnelly, Michael Ward, Tom Killilea and Matt Duggan. Games continue every Tuesday at 9pm in Meelick Community Centre.
Swinford Athletic Club 2026 membership is now due. Renewal via https://membership.athleticsireland.ie. A new training schedule is commencing in January 2026. Full details of the updated training schedule are available at https://swinfordac.com/age-based-pods/.
Congratulations to Brendan Harrington who won €304 in the Swinford GAA 50/50 draw.
Adult players and parents/guardians of underage players are asked to please register players as soon as possible. Players cannot attend any training sessions or use gym if not registered. Membership is open to all; parents/guardians and to the wider community. Please sign up and support the club. Limited offer options to subscribe to Swinford GAA 50/50 draw in a value bundle to include membership. Family discounts also. Membership deadline is March 31, 2026. Please note that any person that is involved with the club as a coach, manager, executive committee member must register on Foireann by the above deadline.
25 card game is held on Monday nights in Killasser Community Centre at 8pm. Beginners are welcome and the cost is €4 per night. Please contact Geraldine at 085 156 5150 to join a WhatsApp group.
Results of Swinford Community Lotto draw held on January 19, had the numbers 4, 8, 20 and 26 drawn. There was no jackpot winner. €70 vouchers were won by David J. Langford, Tulleague, Killasser and The Durkan Family, Meelick; €35 was won by Siobhan Jennings, c/o Tara Café, Chris O'Neill, Fraunhill and Sheila Callaghan, The Rise. The jackpot is now €11,200.
Results from game played in Swinford Golf Club on January 15, are as follows: card winner’s 1st Tom Durkan and Chris Garrett, 2nd Philip Irwin and Brian McNulty, 3rd shared by Eileen Geraghty, Noreen Geraghty, Matt Duggan and Margaret Waters. Raffle prizes were won by Marty Munnelly, Esther Munnelly, Annie McNeela and Brian McNulty. Game continues every Thursday night at 9pm.
Results of Swinford Golf Club Development Draw held on Friday, January 16; €1000 went to Ronan Monaghan, €300 was won by Western Pharmaceutical Ballina and €200 was won by Joe Mellett. The next draw will take place on February 7.
Camino Walk information night to discuss the proposed Camino Walk to Santiago in early June - walking the Portuguese Camino route - will be held on Wednesday, January 28, at 7.30pm in The Novel Bean, Swinford, F12XF60. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Killasser Community Centre will hold its AGM on Friday, February6, at 8pm. All welcome to attend.
The CraobhEo Woodturners 2026 Annual one day seminar will take place on Saturday, February 28, in the Gateway Hotel, Swinford. Jim Stevens and Sean McGann will be the guest demonstrators. The cost is €75 which includes dinner and teas. Competitions – max 3 entries, Open, Segmented and People’s Prize.
You are very warmly invited to a special evening celebrating song, memory, and community on Friday, January 30, at 7.30pm in The White House, Swinford. This is a heartfelt fundraising night in support of Foxford Alzheimer’s and Community Trust CLG – FACT Social Club. Come along for a lovely night of music, memories, and togetherness. All are very welcome.
Results of the Killasser Community Centre December 50/50 draw. Congratulations to Martin Peyton who won €800 and the €100 spot prize winners Niall Armstrong and Nancy and Val Heaney. The January 2026 draw will be held on Sunday, February 1.
Swinford Youth Garden of Remembrance members are looking for volunteers to help maintain the garden situated at the Cultural Centre. Any help would be appreciated. If interested contact 085 7468401.
Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE are seeking volunteers in the area. Full training and support provided. If interested, apply via the ALONE website www.alone.ie or for further information contact ALONE on 0818 222 024 or volunteer@alone.ie. If you are over 60 and would like to know more about the services ALONE can offer please call 0818 222 024.
Pickleball in Swinford Community Centre on Wednesdays from 7-8pm. All are welcome.
Swinford Bey Project is starting off 2026 with their new Drama Group for ages 10-12 years on Tuesday, January 27. Contact Colleen at 086 083 8440 for more information.
Swinford Active Minds return on Wednesday, January 28, with Chair Yoga by Kate at 8pm in the Cultural Centre. Text 087 4150663 to book a chair.
The Swinford St. Patrick’s Day committee extends a big thank you to all who came out to the AGM on Monday, January 19. Swinford’s annual parade is in its 74th successful year and will be held on St Patrick’s Day at 3pm. The 2026 theme is Irish Myths, Legends and Folklore. The parade is open to all clubs, organisations, schools, businesses and individuals to participate. The more floats the better the day is. All questions/ applications can be sent to Swinford St Patrick’s Day Parade Facebook page or contact Megan Durkan at megandurkan@icloud.com.
Congratulations to Swinford AC members Emily Gavin, Rhea Gostick, Erin Crawford and Tilly Mae Blencowe who have been selected for the Mayo LGFA U16 and U14 panels for the 2026 season. Wishing the girls the very best of luck
U16 ladies football training has resumed on Friday’s. Swinford Killasser LGFA would love to welcome any girls born in 2010 or 2011 to come along and join them. Whether you’ve played before or you’re completely new to football, everyone is welcome. It is a great chance to learn new skills, make friends, and have fun in a supportive team environment. Training takes place in Swinford Amenity Park on Friday at 7pm in the Astro Pitch. Bring runners/boots, water, and a great attitude, and feel free to bring a friend too.
Swinford Community Games AGM will take place on Thursday, February 5, in the Amenity Park at 8pm. Volunteers are needed to help run the events this year. Please support and all are welcome.
Sympathy is extended to the families and friends of Brendan Barry, Milltown, Killasser, Swinford; John Francis Groarke, Woodlawn Park Grove, Firhouse, Dublin 24 and late of Swinford; Jack Foley, Corbeagh, Cootehill, Co. Cavan and Swinford, formerly of Corthoon, Charlestown; Tommy Regan, Egool, Kilmovee, and Kiltimagh Road, Swinford;
Martin Tunney, Kilkelly and formerly of Curryane, Swinford; Ann Costello, nee Foy, Chicago and formerly Ardhoom (sister of Mary, Jim, Pat and the late John Foy, Oldcastle). May they rest in peace.
2025 statistics for Swinford Parish – 35 Baptisms, 53 children received Holy Communion, 36 young people received the Sacrament of Confirmation, 4 couples celebrated the Sacrament of Marriage, 38 funerals.
Enrolment forms for Meelick NS are now available. Contact Meelick NS on 094 9384214 or email meelickns1@gmail.com. Enrolment forms for Swinford NS are now available on the school website www.swinfordns.com or from the school office. Completed enrolment forms must be returned before February 13. Enrolment forms for Carramore NS are now available. Contact 071 918 1435 or email: carramorenationalschool@gmail.com. Enrolment forms for Killasser NS are now available. Contact 094 9251489 or email: killasserschool@gmail.com.
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Bohola.
Sheridan Memorial Community Centre is available to hire for classes, meetings, events, parties and more with bookings now being taken for 2026. They have an astroturf pitch, kitchen facilities, meeting room, large hall and parking. For further details email sheridanmccbohola@gmail.com.
Congratulations to John Mountney, The Village Inn Bohola and Dundalk who has signed for Northern Irish outfit Glenavon on a permanent deal.
Kids jiving classes commence in Bohola Community Centre, on Wednesday, January 28, from 4.30 – 5.15pm for children aged 3 to 6, and from 5.15-6pm for children aged 7 to 11. The cost is €40 for 1, €75for 2 siblings and the course is 4 weeks with jiving, line dancing and waltz. To book contact jivingjuniors@gmail.com, 086 2108029 or www.sandraganleydance.ie. Booking is essential.
Congratulations to Caolan Fitzgerald who won a jackpot of €478 in the Moy Davitts 50/50 draw which was held on Saturday, January17. A huge thank you to everyone who supported the draw, it is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available in the usual retail outlets and by playing on the club app (Moy Davitts GAA).
