Local Notes: Moy Singers prepare for Ballina concert
The Moy Singers chose Teach an Uisce to donate funds from their Spring concert in the Great National Hotel Ballina. They are busy preparing for their very popular annual Carols by Candlelight concert in the Great National Hotel, Ballina, on Friday, November 28. Tickets are available from members and the Great National Hotel. Pictured making the presentation are, from left: Geraldine McKenzie, joint secretary, Moy Singers; Jason Colohan, chairperson, Teach an Uisce Sub Aqua - Search and Recovery; Mary Flynn, treasurer, Moy Singers; Trevor Mayock, treasurer, Teach an Uisce; Mona Jackson, chairperson, Moy Singers; Callum Colohan, member of Teach and Uisce and Rhona Killeen, joint Secretary, Moy Singers.
The death has taken place of Marian Browne (née Hanley), Convent Hill Crescent, Ballina and formerly of Carrowmacbrien, Rathlee, Co Sligo.
Marian was a pillar of the community in Ballina for her decades-long involvement in local organisations.
A spirited, caring and hard-working volunteer, she was secretary of Ballina Stephenites GAA Club and Bord na nÓg for several years and was also strongly associated with other local organisations, including Order of Malta Ballina, Ballina Squash Club and 5th Mayo Scout Group. In 2023, Marian was the recipient of the Ballina Salmon Festival Spirit of the Festival Award, recognising her long and selfless service to the festival and the wider Ballina community.
She will be sadly missed by her sons Seamus and Peter, brother Micheál, sister-in-law Martina, brothers-in-law Simon and Jimmy, sister-in-law Patricia, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
She was predeceased by her husband Peter, son Micheál and parents Michael John and Mary.
Marian reposed at McGowan’s Funeral Home, Ballina on Thursday evening last. Requiem Mass was celebrated in St Muredach’s Cathedral, Ballina on Friday, followed by burial in Leigue Cemetery, Ballina.
May she rest in peace.
Rejoice Gospel Choir, Ballina is holding a special Mass in honour of its deceased members on Sunday next, November 16. The Mass in St Patrick’s Church, Ballina is at 12pm.
Under the direction of its dynamic musical director Jack Cronin, who took over the role one year ago, Rejoice Gospel Choir is a group which celebrates faith and spirituality through the medium of uplifting spiritual songs.
The mixed-voice group sang at a recent Novena in St Patrick’s Church and presented a very successful show in Belleek Castle last May, in addition to performing during Ballina’s Laneways and Sessions event as part of Culture Night 2025.
“We would love to welcome the families and friends of deceased members to Sunday’s Mass, as well as former members with their families, and other friends of Rejoice,” said Patricia Marley, the Chairperson of Rejoice Gospel Choir.
There will be light refreshments afterwards.
A Bereavement Support Group meeting will take place in Ballina at 8pm tomorrow, Wednesday, November 12.
Life following a bereavement can be very lonely, and trained facilitators will offer their services in The Newman Institute to those requiring support.
All are welcome and there is no need to book in advance. Meetings are scheduled for the second Wednesday of every month.
Recently married in the Parish of Kilmoremoy (Ballina) were Bridget McDonagh, Cluain na Rí, Ballina and Michael Collins, Greenhills Estate, Ballina; Evan Hollywood, Ridgepool Village, Ballina and Pauline O’Hora, Carrowkelly, Ballina.
The death has taken place of Brendan Foley, Ardoughan, Ballina.
Brendan was the beloved husband of Kathryn (Kate) and dear father to Caoimhe and Brónagh.
He will be sadly missed by his wife, daughters, grandson Liam, sons-in-law Derek and Adam, brother Ray, sister Margot, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.
He was predeceased by his infant son Brian, sister Geraldine and parents Maureen and Raymond.
Brendan reposed at McGowan’s Funeral Home, Ballina on Sunday. Requiem Mass was celebrated in St Muredach’s Cathedral, Ballina yesterday (Monday), followed by burial in Leigue Cemetery, Ballina.
The talented artists from the regular art class of Craoibhín Ballina will present an exhibition of their work in Ballina Library this week.
The creative pieces of the exhibition, which is titled ‘Ballina and Surrounds’, will be unveiled at a launch on Friday, November 14. There will be music and light refreshments on the night.
The exhibition will run upstairs in Ballina Library, Pearse Street until Friday, November 29.
The Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, last week allocated €400,000 from his Department’s Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) to two strategic local projects: Belleek Forest, Ballina and the Kilcummin Loop.
Some €200,000 has been allocated to Belleek Woods Enhancement Committee, working with Mayo County Council, to repair and upgrade the trails. A further €200,000 has been allocated to Mayo North East for the upgrade of existing routes on the Kilcummin Loop.
Minister Calleary thanked Mayo County Council, Mayo North East, the local committees and Councillors Annie May Reape and Michael Loftus for their assistance.
Meanwhile, the Belleek Woods Enhancement Committee is looking for volunteers who are willing to help with some light tasks such as planting bulbs for flowers and putting up nesting boxes. If you are interested, then please email belleekwoodscommittee@gmail.com.
At a recent meeting of Ballina Fianna Fáil Comhairle Ceanntar, votes of sympathy were recorded in memory of Bridie and Fintan Greavy, Bonniconlon; Peg Downey, Ballina; Mary Flannelly, Corballa; Kay Ruane, late of Ballina and Galway; and Maureen Grealis, Rehins.
The annual mass for deceased members took place recently.
The death has taken place of Mary Walsh (née Gillard), Rathreedane, Bonniconlon, Ballina.
Mary was dearly loved and will be very sadly missed by her heartbroken daughters Esther and Dervla, sons-in-law John and Brendan, cherished grandchildren Ben, Cillian, Aisling, Noah and Jake, loving sister Anne (New Jersey), sister-in-law Madeline, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband Tony, adored son Fergal and cherished grandson baby Adam.
Mary reposed at her residence. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday of last week in the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Bonniconlon, followed by burial in Bonniconlon Cemetery.
May she rest in peace.
The results of the bridge game played by members of Ballina Bridge Club on Tuesday, October 28 were: 1st, M. Mongan and M. O’Dowd; 2nd, T. Slowey and M. Lowry; 3rd, N. Kilroy and I. Kilroy; and 4th, M. Munnelly and J. Munnelly.
The results of the game played on Tuesday, November 4 were: North /South - 1st, M. Mongan and N. Kilroy; 2nd, H. Moran and M. Gilvarry; 3rd, D. Hackett and V. Baynes; and 4th, M. McAndrew and C. Callaghan. East / West - 1st, G. Scanlon and F. Walkin; 2nd, A. Ivers and B. Mulligan; 3rd, M. and J. Munnelly; and 4th, S. and A. Callaghan.
The annual Mass for deceased members of Ardnaree Sarsfields GAA Club will take place in the Sean Duffy Community Centre, Ardnaree, Ballina on Friday, November 14, at 7pm.
It will be followed by the Bord na nÓg Awards presentation.
The death has taken place of Patricia O’Hara (née Dowd), Carrentrila, Ballina.
Patricia is survived by her beloved children Stephen (Geraldine), Carmel (Paddy Bourke), Deirdre (Bob Stowe) and Angie (Damian Jones), grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brother Eddie Dowd, and sisters Bridie Lennon (London), Kay McDonagh (Mount Falcon) and Veronica Ruane (Luton).
She was predeceased by her husband Frank, brother PJ and sisters Mary-Jo, Anne and Martina.
Patricia reposed at the residence of her daughter Angie in Carrentrila, Ballina on Thursday of last week. Her Funeral Mass was celebrated in St Teresa’s Church, Rathduff, Ballina on Friday, with the funeral proceeding afterwards to Ballinahaglish Cemetery.
May she rest in peace.
Kilmoremoy Ladies Gaelic Football Club, Ballina is inviting new volunteers to help out within the club for the coming year, as it announces the date for its annual general meeting.
The club is asking anyone who is interested in getting involved with the club, or with a team, to express their interest to the club secretary via email at kilmoremoy.mayo@lgfa.ie.
All members are invited to attend the 2025 AGM on Friday, November 28 in Behy National School Hall, Ballina, which will start at 8.30pm.
You can also advise details of nominations or add motions for the AGM via the above email address. Please express your interest no later than Monday next, November 17.
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