Local Notes: Proceeds of Coleman Electronics Enniscrone Swim presented to North West Hospice.
A fantastic €4369.25 was raised for North West Hospice through the Coleman Electronics Enniscrone Swim, held in memory of Mattie Coleman, with donations from the River Moy Swim and River Moy Search and Rescue. Laura Byron (3rd from left) and Ben Byron is pictured presenting the cheque to Mary Horkan (left), North West Hospice. Also included is Mary Dunne, Swim Ireland.
Excitement is building in Enniscrone as pupils of Scoil Chríost Rí prepare for a very special Christmas concert featuring one of Ireland's best-loved singers, Seán Keane. With rehearsals now in full swing, the young performers are eagerly counting down to what promises to be a memorable evening of music, celebration and community spirit.
The much-anticipated concert will take place on Sunday, December 13, at 6pm in the Church of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven, Enniscrone, bringing together the distinctive voice of acclaimed Irish singer Seán Keane and the young voices of Scoil Chríost Rí.
With Christmas fast approaching, the sound of music is filling the corridors of the school as pupils enthusiastically rehearse for their big performance. Under the guidance of Ms Linda Hegarty, and with the support of staff throughout the school, the children have been working hard to perfect their songs, with excitement and anticipation growing by the day.
A free morning of fun, movement, exploration and making new friends, designed for children aged 0-5 years, is taking place on Friday, December 4, from 10.30am to 12 noon in West Sligo Family Resource Centre, Enniscrone. The Pop Up Play Together event is free but registration is essential. Book your place today through Eventbrite: PopUpPlayEnniscrone.eventbrite.ie.
Suzie’s Christmas Flower Box Workshop is taking place in the Family Resource Centre, Enniscrone on Monday, November 23, from 1-3.30pm. The fee is €10 and is payable on the day. Basket Weaving workshop with Tom Delaney will be held on Monday, November 30, from 11.30am-3pm. The fee is €10 and booking is essential for both workshops on 096 37444.
Kilglass Enniscrone Utd FC senior ladies made it back to back wins after a comfortable 5-0 win against Benbulben last week in McSharry Park. Seven minutes in, a brilliant corner by Zuzanna Patyk found Lauren Fitzgerald at the back post who headed home to put them up 1-0. Thirteen minutes in Zuzanna Patyk scored directly from the corner kick to put the ladies 2-0 up. In the 28th minute another corner kick from Zuzanna found Anabel O’Connell who was quickest to react to toe poke it into the back of the net to put them up 3-0. Two minutes later a brilliant pass by Anabel O’Connell found Zuzanna Patyk who rattled the back of the net to leave the halftime score 4-0.
In the second half KEUFC dominated most of the possession and created some brilliant chances but to be fair to Benbulben, they kept battling away, paired with some good saves by the Benbulben keeper were starting to frustrate KEUFC but the pressure on the Benbulben defense finally cracked on the 74th minute when a lovely through ball by Ciara Armstrong found Kayden Gordon who calmly slotted the ball into the back of the next to leave the fulltime score 5-0 to KEUFC.
The next wellness class in West Sligo Family Resource Centre is Breathwork and Meditation on November 19 and Sound Bath on November 26. For information and registration contact events@westsligofrc.ie.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto draw which was held on Sunday, November 1, were 17, 20 and 27. There was no jackpot winner and the €25 winners were Patricia Donegan, Hannah O’Connor, Louise McCaffrey, Paul and Dee Shaughnessy. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held in McNulty’s Bar on Sunday, November 8, was €7000.
There are ranganna Gaeilge le muinteoir Doireann in the Ocean Sands Hotel, Enniscrone, every Wednesday until December 2 for beginners from 7 to 7.50pm and intermediate from 8 to 8.50pm. The cost is €25 for the five week course.
Have your say on proposed 30km speed limits proposed for Enniscrone. County Sligo Special Speed Limit Bye-Laws 2026 are open for public consultation as part of Phase 2 of the National Speed Limit Review which focuses on speed limits in built-up and urban areas across the county.
The draft proposals, including updated maps showing the proposed speed limit zones, are available to view on Sligo County Council’s consultation portal until 4pm on Monday, November 16. View the proposals and make a submission online at https://consult.sligococo.ie/browse, email speedlimits@sligococo.ie. Only submissions received during the statutory public consultation period will be formally considered. All submissions and observations are welcome and will help inform the final proposals.
A night of music, song and poetry in aid of North West Hospice with local talent and community spirit will be held on Saturday, November 14, at 8.30pm in McNulty’s Bar, Enniscrone. All musicians, singers and poets are welcome. Come along to perform or simply enjoy the entertainment and show support. There will be a raffle and donations on the night.
An evening of Remembrance and Celebration will take place on Saturday, November 28, commencing with Mass at 7pm in Kilglass church, honoring the memory of loved ones and offering prayers for the community’s intentions. Afterwards, there will be a gathering at Kilglass Hub for a festive community evening, where the Kilglass Christmas Lights will be officially switched on.
This year, Kilglass Parish Community Centre are supporting Daisy Lodge in Cong, a therapeutic short break centre for children across the island of Ireland diagnosed with cancer and their families.
For a donation of €10, you can dedicate a personalized Christmas bauble to someone special and help decorate the Christmas Tree of Remembrance. Local children will be invited to write down their wishes for 2027, which will be joined together to create a Christmas Paper Chain of Wishes. If you cannot join in person on the evening, baubles can be purchased online. Simply complete the form on the payment page and the bauble will be personalized for you.
Enjoy tea, coffee, mulled wine and mince pies as everyone comes together to celebrate the Christmas spirit with friends and neighbours.
The Natalie’s Wishes free Santa Experience and Christmas Fair in memory of the beautiful Natlie, who loved children, will be held at Kilglass House on Saturday, December 6, from 10.30am to 4pm. There will be lots of Christmas stalls, activities for children, a raffle with great prizes, and lots of festive fun for all the family.
All proceeds from the raffle and fundraising activities on the day will be donated to homeless charities, helping those who need a little extra this Christmas. Everyone is invited to go along and enjoy the day and help keep Natalie’s beautiful spirit of kindness and love for children alive.
To book your Santa slot, phone 083 4461322, and there are only a few slots left, so book now to avoid disappointment. There are market stall spaces available also, €20 per stall.
There will be a concert with Glor na dTonn, All Ireland Senior Ceili Band Champions 2025, and Tireragh Comhaltas on Saturday, November 28, at 7.30pm in Easkey Community Centre. The evening will include light refreshments and a raffle. Tickets cost €10 and it also includes admission into the draw. All proceeds will go to Meals on Wheels in West Sligo. To buy tickets contact Easkey Community Centre on 096 49818 or email easkey.mow@gmail.com.
The numbers drawn in the lotto which was held on Sunday, November 1, were 4, 17, 31 and 32. There was no jackpot winner and the €30 consolation prizewinners were Caroline McNulty, Joe Queenan, Ross Gilmartin, Mikie Finnerty, and Kathleen and Nigel James. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on Sunday, November 8, was €7,300.
Easkey GAA club congratulate the junior hurlers who concluded their season with a good win over Four Masters of Donegal to win the Martin Brennan Shield. Well done to the lads for their efforts over the campaign.
The most festive time of the year is almost here, and whether you are a local, coming from a neighbouring town, or visiting from afar, Easkey warmly invite you to join them for a day full of magic, warmth and holiday cheer on Sunday, December 13, from 11am to 4pm at Easkey Community Centre. The day is in aid of Easkey Meals on Wheels.
On the day you can expect to find unique handmade crafts and gifts by talented local artisans, delicious festive treats, warm drinks and local food, festive music, friendly faces and a wonderful holiday atmosphere. The organisers are now accepting stall bookings for vendors and crafters by emailing easkeychristmasmarket@outlook.com and the cost is just 20.
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The Men on the Move six week programme commenced on Tuesday, November 3 last in Castleconnor Community Centre from 8-9pm. This fitness class is suitable for men over 30 years and suitable for all abilities where you will increase energy levels, take some time for yourself and have the craic. The cost of the programme is €30 and is part funded by Sligo Sport Recreation Partnership.
The coffee morning in aid of Oscars Kids raised an amazing €15605. Castleconnor GAA Club are humbled by the incredible support and they thank everyone that played a part and they know that Odhran, Adrian, Dee, Donnacha and Tiernan are inspired by this amazing event and community support. The money will be used by Oscars Kids to make a difference for kids impacted.
As part of the Healthy Clubs Initiative, Castleconnor GAA Club ‘Lights up’ event has returned every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 7-8pm. Everyone is welcome, whether you prefer to walk, jog or go at your own pace, come along, get active and enjoy some exercise in a safe lit up space. With the darker evenings here, it is a great opportunity to get out, get moving, meet others and enjoy some fresh air.
