Local Notes: Pauline Dempsey is 'Parent of the Year' at Knockmore Foxford Boxing Club.
Parent of the Year in Knockmore/Foxford Boxing Club was presented to Pauline Dempsey by club secretary Billy Rice at the recent Kelly Cup tournament which was staged in Knockmore. Photo courtesy Sarah Jane Walsh.
Knockmore.
Congratulations to Cora Maughan, Corroy, Knockmore and Joseph Flynn, Clossagh, Foxford, who were married in the Church of Christ the King, Knockmore, on Thursday, October 31. Maid of Honour was Alma Waldron, twin sister of the bride and bridesmaid was Caoimhe Ryder, niece of the bride. Best man was Tom Ryder, cousin of the groom and groomsman was Donncha Ryder, nephew of the bride. The beautiful ceremony was performed by Fr Michael Reilly PP, Knockmore, and was attended by a large number of family, relatives and friends. The reception afterwards was held in Belleek Castle Ballina.
Knockmore Village Enhancement/Tidy Area held their AGM recently and the following officers were elected PJ Duffy (chairman), Amanda Gardiner/Gillian McHugh (joint secretary ), David Connolly (treasurer), and Eileen McHale (PRO). The meeting was attended by Councillor Joe Faughnan and committee members - Gorettii Ward, Kathleen Brogan, Seamus Weir, Agnes Martin, Vincie Walsh and Michael Gaughan.
In her annual report outgoing secretary, Martina Gardiner, gave a comprehensive and detailed report on all works undertaken and completed in the village since the groups formation in 2015 and thanked the members of the various schemes for their dedicated work in completing same.
Congratulations were extended to Joseph Faughnan on his election as Co Councillor to the Ballina Municipal District of Mayo Co Council. The group look forward to working with him for the next five years. The group extended their sincere thanks to out-going Councillor Seamus Weir for all the work he has done for the village in the line of funding, guidance and access to the various Enhancement Projects.
The numbers drawn on Saturday, November 16, were 5, 11, 13 and 16. Weekly winners were Jose Rutledge, Kate Ruane. Season ticket winners were Mary Dunne, Ollie McVann. Lucky dip winner was Declan Hannick.
The numbers drawn last week were 1, 3 7 and 15. €25 winner was Valerie McConnellogue.
The numbers drawn on November 18, were 9 11, 12 and 15. €20 winners were William Murphy, Maureen Roche, Joseph Walsh, Dinny Coleman, Owen McNamara and Chris Walsh. Lucky Dip winner was Owen McNamara. The lastest jackpot increased to €4,650.
Novena to Padre Pio continues every Monday evening in Christ the King Church, Knockmore for Advent at 7pm.
The children from Lisaniska NS will perform a carol service in Knockmore Church on Friday, December 6, at 12 noon. They extend an invitation to all parents, grandparents, past pupils and the entire community to attend.
Welcomed into God's family at their recent Baptism in Christ the King Church, Knockmore, were Conan Liam McHale and Lorcan Butler.
Deepest sympathy is extended to Fiona Corcoran, Ballymacredmond on the sad passing of her mother Veronica Drummond, Ballyshannon. May she rest in peace.
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Crossmolina
Charity Dads and Lads Exhibition Football match will be held on Saturday, December 7, when Crossmolina Nephin Vally play Ballina Stephenites in Moygownagh with throw in at 2pm. Donations at the gate and proceeds are towards Crossmolina/ Ballina Mens Shed.
Best of 20 games 1st Patrick Gilroy and Liz Clarke, 2nd a three way tie Leo Ryan and Tom O’Malley, Michael Cawley and Michael McAndrew, 3rd Martin Garrett and Jimmy Caden. 3rd a four way tie Anthony Granahan and Frank McDonald, Darragh Sheridan and Eric Deesy, Ray and Mary McNamara, Anthony Donnelly and Pakie Heffron. Raffle winners were 1st Mary McDonnell, 2nd Frank Hefferon, 3rd Des McDonnell. Hampers were won by 1st Liam Garvey and Pakie Hefferon, 2nd Patrick Gilroy and Vincent Crowley.
The numbers drawn in the Crossmolina Deel-Rovers GAA Club lotto on Saturday, November 23, were 8, 13, 21 and 33. No punter matched three numbers and three tickets were drawn Mark Ormsby Fotish, Crossmolina; Pat and Des Lavin Kiltmagh; Meave Tierney, The Boreen, Crossmolina. They each won €50.
Congratulations to Crossmolina intermediate team who won their first ever Connacht title in this grade with a hard earned one point 1-7 to 1-6 win over Elphin Roscommon in Hyde Park with Elphins goal coming from a penalty six and a half minutes into injury time. Crossmolina now go on to play the Leinster Champions from Dublin or Kildare on the weekend of January 4/5.
Kilmurry Christmas Party will be held on Sunday, December 10, starting at 6pm with Mass for the deceased committee members followed by dancing to Mark Travers.
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Ballycastle.
Stella Maris Shore House Christmas Market will be held on Sunday, December 8, from 11am -5pm. They will be showcasing local Mayo crafters and makers.
The AGM of Ballycastle Athletic Club will take place on Thursday, December 5, at 8pm in Ballycastle Community Hall.
Ballycastle Parish Christmas Party will take place on Sunday, December 8, in the community hall. Tickets are available from Donnelly's Village Store, John Burke's, Eilis Ormsby 087 7936942 and Margaret Burke 087 2858332. The cost is €20 which includes dinner, dancing and spot prizes. Final numbers needed by Thursday, December 5.
Congratulations to Rachel Healy, last week's winner of €205 in the GAA 50/50 draw (online ticket).
Ballycastle GAA AGM will take place on Saturday, December 7, at 7pm in Ballycastle GAA clubhouse.
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Ardagh.
The spotlight will be firmly focused on the Church of the Assumption, Ardagh, next Sunday, December 8, when Archbishop Francis Duffy and parish priest Fr Pat Munnelly celebrate a special Mass at 11am to mark the church's Platinum Jubilee. Members of the pastoral council have been very busy over the past number of weeks collecting and collating material for a special display which will be on view at the adjacent community centre where parishioners and clergy will mingle after Mass for light refreshments. The 70th anniversary of the church marks a magnificent milestone which deserves to be celebrated by all parishioners.
There was no outright winner of Ardagh GAA Club's November monthly lotto draw held last week. Numbers drawn were 25, 13, 30 and 21. Lucky €50 winners were Stephen Molloy and Stephen Moran and congratulations to the winners.
Ardagh GAA committee members are organising a fundraising bag pack in Dunnes Stores, Ballina, this coming Friday, December 6. Volunteers are required to support the event in order to raise vital funds for the club's ambitious development plans. Anyone willing to help out can contact any committee member who will be delighted to assist with a time slot that is convenient. All help will be greatly appreciated.
All involved with the organisation of the splendid Remembrance Ceremony in Ardagh church last weekend deserve huge praise for arranging such a beautiful candle lit event. The evening of prayer, song and reflection afforded all those in attendance the opportunity to reflect on the passing of their much loved family members in a quiet and contemplative way.
Ardagh GAA Club's final lotto draw of the year will take place on Monday, December 30, during the club's annual awards presentation night in Mickey O'Boyle's with a jackpot of €4,700.
The season of Advent commenced last Sunday and Advent booklets are available at the back of the church. The booklets include timely prayers and reflections for the season of Advent. Parishioners are invited to take a copy.
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Cooneal.
This year’s Christmas Party will be held in the Great National Hotel, Ballina, on Sunday, December 8, commencing at 1pm with Mass. Dinner will be served immediately afterwards. This will be followed by music and dancing. Give your names to Marion at 096 32576.
Killala Pastoral Centre present a church concert ‘Christmas in Killala with Michael English’ on Friday, December 6, in St Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church, Killala. This is a ticket only event. To book tickets contact the Parish Office or Madeline Cummins at 083 8817482.
LKBK (Lacken, Killala Ballycastle Kilfian) Foróige are having a cake sale on Sunday, December 8, in Killala Pastoral Centre after 11.30am Mass. Come along and enjoy a cup of tea, a chat and some festive treats.
The death took place recently of Sean McNulty, Ard na Gréine Nursing Home Enniscrone, and formerly Tanzania (Africa), where he taught for a number of years and late of Rathowen, Killala, in Sligo University Hospital. His remains reposed at Lynn's Funeral Home Killala and was buried after 12 noon Mass, in Killala cemetery. May his soul rest in peace.
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Lacken.
Line Dancing classes will continue in Lacken Enterprise Centre on Tuesday evenings at 8pm. There are a few spots left on the dance floor so come along and have fun while you get your steps in. €10 pay as you go.
Lacken, Killala, Ballycastle and Kilfian Foroige are holding a cake sale on Sunday, December 8, in Killala Pastoral Centre after 11.30am Mass. Please come along and enjoy a cup of tea, chat and some festive treats.
Bonus ball winner last week was Terry Connor. There are numbers available for bonus ball, if interested contact Leo on 087 9163851.
Congratulations to Chloe Sweeney on the launch of her single Good Hearted Woman.
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Bonniconlon
Bonniconlon ICA are holding their annual card game in Gallagher’s Village Tavern on Thursday, December 12, at 9pm. Tickets are €10 and there is a prize fund of €500 plus lots of raffle and spot prizes.
The €40 winners in the lotto held on November 23, were as follows: Martin Ferguson, Cullane, Attymass; Mary Roddy, c/o Heffernans Supermarket; John Clarke, Carrareagh, Bonniconlon; Mary Cawley, Rathkip, Ballina, Co. Mayo; and Nellie McDonnell, Bunalty, Glenamoy, Ballina, Co. Mayo. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on November 30, was €15,800.
Notices for the Parish Bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
