Local Notes: Pupils from St Aidan's NS, Kiltimagh and Craggagh NS received their First Holy Communion at a special Mass.
Pupils from St Aidan’s NS, Kiltimagh and Craggagh NS who received their First Holy Communion at a special Mass in the Church of the Holy Family, Kiltimagh on Saturday, May 11.
The Darkness Into Light Kiltimagh inaugural walk which took place on Saturday, May 11, at 4.15am was a massive success. Based on official online registered numbers (prior to the event) 500+ had already signed up, making it the biggest walk in Co Mayo and the biggest ‘new venue’ walk in the West of Ireland. Many more registered on the morning. The event took place as part of Pieta’s annual fundraiser to raise money for lifesaving suicide and self-harm prevention and was supported by Electric Ireland.
This walk was a credit to all involved underscoring the strength and vibrancy of the community spirit in Kiltimagh. The Darkness Into Light Kiltimagh committee thank everyone who took part and supported this very worthy cause. It was a very special occasion giving everybody the opportunity to share one beautiful sunrise together while remembering all those we’ve lost. The organisers look forward to doing it all over again (please God), in 2026.
Surplus food from the Kiltimagh Darkness Into Light event was donated to Nursing Homes in Ballinamore, Tooreen, and Knock as well as to community groups in the area.
This coming Thursday morning, May 23, as part of their Community in Unity series, Midwest Radio will be broadcasting the Tommy Marren Show live from the Cairn Enterprise Hub to celebrate all the positive things that are happening in Kiltimagh. There will be representatives from all the various organisations in the town and live music. The community of Kiltimagh are invited to attend free of charge. The programme starts at 9am and if you are interested in attending you are asked to be at the Cairn Enterprise Hub no later than 8.45am.
Kiltimagh U14 team moved to the top of the league table in Division 3 following a convincing 2-14 to 1-06 away win over Islandeady last week. Scorers for Kiltimagh were; Eli Feerick 2-03, Dan McNicholas 0-4, Sean Donnelly 0-2, Eoin Ivers 0-1, Conor Leonard 0-01, Cian Carroll 0-01, Jack Ryan 0-01, and Cuán Gill 0-01. Kiltimagh have 11 points from seven games, and are one ahead of second placed Burrishoole.
Congratulations to the twenty seven children from St Aidan’s and Craggagh National Schools who received their First Holy Communion at a special Mass in the Church of the Holy Family, Kiltimagh on Saturday, May 11. Fr Michael Quinn PP thanked everyone who had helped to make this day so special for the children, the children’s parents and teachers, the beautiful choir from St Aidan’s, and St Aidan’s Parents Association who prepared refreshments afterwards.
Kiltimagh minor team went down by a score of 2-12 to 1-05 to Castlebar in the County Minor League Division 1 semi-final last week.
Tuesday, May 21 the U14 County League semi-final, Kiltimagh v Shrule-Glencorrib or Charlestown in Gilmartin Park at 7pm; Thursday, May 23, County Junior Championship, Kiltimagh v Killala in Killala at 7pm; Saturday, May 25, Senior League, Division 2A, Kiltimagh v Lahardane in Lahardane at 7pm; Sunday, May 26, Senior League, Divison 4, Kiltimagh v Louisburgh in Kiltimagh at 1pm.
Congratulations to Tommy Ryan, Kiltimagh, who won the GAA Club’s 50/50 jackpot of €557 at the draw in Kitty’s on Saturday night, May 11.
The final of the Spring Poker League will be played in Teach O’Hora this Wednesday night, May 22, starting at 8pm when fourteen players will battle it out for the title of Kiltimagh Poker Champion and a share of a prizepool of €2,245. The players and their starting stacks are; Isaac Boyle 41,400, Gerry Groarke 26,500, Keith Lydon 33,300, Pat Boyle 30,300, Mossie O’Connell 28,700, Nicky Cunnane 27,200, Michael Sheridan 25,900, AN Other 24,200, Paul Walsh 23,600, Bart Furtak 22,900, John Reynolds 22,300, Tiernan Burke 20,300, Michael Higgins 17,700, Julian Keane 9,900.
Meanwhile the new Summer League kicked off last Wednesday night with Mary McGlynn taking the honours. The runner up was Pat Boyle with Nicky Cunnane 3rd and Martin Regan 4th. The other finalists were, 5 Bart Furtak, 6 Gerry Groarke, 7 Nuala Nolan, 8 Tiernan Burke, 9 Isaac Boyle. Mary’s win sees her top the league table with 30 points followed by Pat Boyle on 27 and Nicky Cunnane on 22.
Round 2 is next Wednesday night, May 29 and the league will continue every Wednesday night thereafter. Entry each night is €20 with one optional re entry allowed for ninety minutes. €5 from each entry goes towards the prize pool for the league final and the rest is paid out on the night. This is a members only league.
In the monthly €50 tournament held on Sunday, May 12, there were twenty three entries with 1st and 2nd prizes shared by Tiernan Burke and Kieran McGee. Isaac Boyle was 3rd and Mary McGlynn 4th. The June monthly game is provisionally fixed for Sunday, June 9.
The annual Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp for children 6 to 13 years of age will be held in Gilmartin GAA Park, Kiltimagh from Monday, July 15 to Friday, July 19. Cost is €75 for first child, €60 for second child and €50 for third and subsequent children. For more information visit www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or contact supervisor Eugene Lavin on 086 3998434.
If you are aged 16 to 18 you are invited to be part of Knock Shrine and volunteer for one weekend of the summer. All volunteers for 2024 will attend an initial full day training programme at Knock Shrine on Sunday, June 9. All completed applications must be received before this date. For those who are unable to attend due to family commitments or exams, let them know when you submit your application, as an additional training day can be arranged at the end of June. See www.knockshrine.ie for further information.
The most recent Kiltimagh Knock United 50/50 jackpot winner was Paul Murrtagh from Aghamore, winning a prize of €420.
The three day pilgrimage to Lough Derg will commence on Friday, May 31, and continue until Thursday, August 15. Booking and more information from www.loughderg.org or info@loughderg.org or phone 071 9861518.
Liam and Mary Moran were the winners of the top prize at the weekly 25 Drive held in the Parish Centre, Kiltimagh at 9pm, on May 9, second were John Gallagher and Brian McNulty and third prize was won by Aidan McDonagh and Denis Regan. Best of last 10 were Jimmy and Mary Doyle and winners in the raffle were Hilary Foley, Aidan McDonagh, Michael Carney and Denise Regan.
In Division 2A of the senior league Kiltimagh lost out to Shrule Glencorrib on the score of 1-7 to 1-10 played in Shrule last week.
Mayo Roscommon Hospice is looking for volunteers to help with National Sunflower days for Hospice on Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8. If you would like to help contact 094 9388666, text 087 7384310 or email info@hospice.ie.
All roads lead to the Brusna Inn on Friday, May 24, for a special Oíche Cheoil fundraiser in aid of St Patrick’s church Glann at 8pm. Master of Ceremonies will be Christy McCann and acts performing are; the Piper’s Cross Céilí Band; the Collis family and Sylvie Golden; the Towey family; members of Kilmovee Comhaltas; and for one night only to mark this special occasion, they will be ‘reeling in the years’ with a performance from past and present members of the Tavrane School Band. Admission is €10.
Booking is open for the JC Coaching Football Academy, taking place at Kiltimagh Knock United, on Saturday mornings / afternoons from June 1 to July 20.
Ages and times are: U10 10-11am; U12 11.15am-12.15pm; U14 12.30pm-1.30pm. The sessions will cover these areas: Week 1: skills assessment; Week2: Building up from the back; Week 3: Attacking in central areas; Week 4: Attacking in wide areas; Week 5: Defending from the front; Week 6: Defending in central areas; Week 7:Defending in wide areas; Week 8: Skills reassessment. To book your place, visit jccoachingfootballacademy.class4kids.ie.
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Mass will be celebrated in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Bohola on Saturday, August 3, at 6pm and in Straide Cemetery on Sunday, August 4 at 11am.
Congratulations to Mary Moylett, Foxford who won a jackpot of €516 in the Moy Davitts 50/50 draw on Saturday, May 11.
First Holy Communion took place on Saturday, May 11, in Bohola church. Congratulations are extended to Jessica Corcoran, Ciara Diamond, Shay Flynn, Ethan Munnelly and Michaela Munnelly on reaching this significant point in their faith journey. Congratulations also to their parents, families and friends who shared in this very special occasion.
The death has occurred of Willie Cryan, London, and formerly of Lismirrane, who died in London on Saturday, May 11. He was the brother of Tommy Cryan, Lismirrane. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Sincere sympathy to the bereaved.
Anam Cara Mayo, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Tuesday, May 28, at 7.15pm in the TF Royal Hotel, Castlebar. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents. They also offer an online support service. Contact info@anamcara.ie or 085 2888888 for any queries. For more information see anamcara.ie.
An Exam Mass will be celebrated on June 3, at 7.30pm in Knock Basilica for all students and their families preparing for exams. Take some time out from your studies for a quiet moment to ask for God’s strength and guidance as you move through your exam period. Bring your pencil case to have it blessed.
