Local Notes: Rathlee NS represented Sligo at Cumann na mBunscol All Ireland Sports Quiz.
Pictured are the sports quiz team from Rathlee NS who represented Sligo at the recent Cuman na mBunscol All-Ireland Sports Quiz which was held in the Tullamore Court Hotel.
An appeal has been issued to the public by Sligo County Council not to swim in the sea at Enniscrone Promenade due to dangerous rip currents beside the old cliff baths. Surfing is still permitted in the area.
Tireragh Community Support Ltd are looking forward to seeing everyone for their annual Easter Egg Hunt at Kilglass House and Woodland. There will be lots of fun on the day including face painting, arts and crafts, games on the lawn, pond life exploration, an Easter bonnet competition and a bake sale. The Easter Bunny is also looking forward to meeting you all.
Tierragh Community Support Ltd are delighted to help celebrate the launch of Sligo Community Counselling as they expand their services in West Sligo. This new low cost counselling service operates in Sligo town, and in Kilglass House every Wednesday. The official launch of the Kilglass service will take place on Easter Sunday at 11.45am in conjunction with the Easter Egg Hunt. Both organisations will join together for a tree planting ceremony to mark their partnership. For more information visit www.communitycounselling.ie.
Dawn Mass will be held at 6am in the Olde Cemetery, Easkey on Easter Sunday morning. Your support will be appreciated.
Enniscrone Kilglass GAA club are delighted to be hosting an Easter Camp again this year on Wednesday, April 23 and Thursday, April 24 from 10am to 2pm daily at Quigqabar. The cost per child is 1- €30, 2 - €55, 3 - €75, 4 - 90. For further information contact John Paul on 087 2919404.
Local man Mark Duffy is doing a fundraiser throughout April for Aoibheann’s Pink Tie and also in member of his father Christy Duffy. Any donation, however small, would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be made directly to Mark or online at https://aoibheannspinktie.enthuse.com/pf/mark-duffy?fbclid=.
Creative writing workshops for adults will run each Tuesday, from 7-9.30pm in the Glencar TeaSHED, from April 22 to June 10, led by award-winning author and poet Shane Leavy. The eight weekly workshops are €190. They are suitable for beginners or more experienced writers or poets, and tea and snacks will be provided. Book early to ensure a place by contacting Shane at sligoleitrimwriters@gmail.com or 086 3525988.
Craoibhin Ballina is hosting a Easter coffee afternoon from 12 noon to 2pm in the centre on Cathedral Road, Ballina, on Thursday, April 17. There will be refreshments, raffle and music on the day. The cost is €5 per person and all are welcome. For more information call the centre on 087 2785365.
Enniscrone Tidy Towns need new members. If you have some free time and would like to help with summer planting and keeping the town tidy contact 086 8934188.
Leaffoney NS is a two teacher school with a special education teacher and a part time EAL teacher for children where English is not their first language. The school is open for enrolment for all class groups. The school offers free hot lunches, free gymnastics/swimming classes, free music class, free Summer camps run for two weeks of summer holidays. A bus service is provided. For information contact Karen at 096 49291 or 086 2113390 or email leaffoneyns@gmail.com.
Congratulations to the Enniscrone Kilglass Community Games swimmers who represented the club at the county finals in Sligo, bringing home lots of medals in the process. Well done to all and best of luck to those who have progressed to the national finals.
A super day was held at the area athletics with the sun shining down on the proceedings. There was a great turnout, with all age groups well represented. Huge thanks is extended to everyone associated with Ballina running track for allowing Enniscrone Kilglass Community Games to use the facility, and to all the volunteers who helped make the day such a success. The first place winners were; Sean O’Neill, Chroia Walsh, Donal Martin, Eabha Thornhill, Sadie Byron, Brendan O’Meara, Tom Deehan, Cecelia Rossiter, Lily Roberts, Finn Reynolds, Evie Gilroy, Holly Deehan, Croia Lynott, Rian Byron, Kaier O’Dowd, Louis O’Connor, Eli Rolston, Sean Forde.
The death took place of Gerry (Gerard) Conmy, Culleens, Co Sligo, peacefully in the exceptional care of the staff at Ard na Greine Nursing Home on April 5 last, surrounding by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Matthew and Mary, his sister Phil and brother Joe, Gerry will be sadly missed by his devoted wife Carrie, son Trevor, daughters Caroline and Sharon, son-in-law Fergal Boyle, Trevor’s partner Brigitta, grandchildren Aodhan, Keelan and Leighanne, great-grandchild Dean, his brother Brendan and sister Antoinette, sisters-in-law Loretta and Miriam and brothers-in-law Jack, Georgie and Matt, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Gerry reposed at Sweeney’s Funeral Home, Dromore West from 5 to 7pm on Monday, April 7 and his funeral Mass was held on Tuesday, April 8, at 12 noon in the Church of the Holy Family, Kilglass, followed by burial in Kilglass Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
Huge congratulations to the amazing Owenbeg NS Girls’ GAA,migos Team who were winners of the Sligo Skills competition county final which was held in Scarden last week. The girls were outstanding, completing every challenge with skill and confidence to finish top of all the primary schools in Sligo. It was a proud day for Owenbeg NS.
The school extend thanks to Conor, Pat and team in Sligo GAA Coaching and Games for organising the competition, Ms Ruane for her coaching and to all the parents, families and supporters who cheered them on.
Stokane NS celebrated Catholic Schools’ Grandparents’ Day recently when parents, grandparents and other family members joined the children and teachers at the school for a cup of tea or coffee followed by some music played by the pupils. They had a sing song with everyone joining in enthusiastically and then as tradition dictates a short ceili followed. Young and old sang and danced together and a great morning’s fun was held by all.
‘It was lovely to meet the family members that we hear so much about from the pupils but don’t often meet’, said a spokesperson. Stokane NS extend their thanks and appreciation to their music teacher Peter Neary who worked so hard with the pupils to prepare a showcase of their musical talents and acted as MC on the day. They also thank the students and their families who arrived with plates and trays of goodies to be enjoyed with a cuppa. ‘A big thanks you to everybody who joined us, we really enjoyed meeting you and having you visit our school’, she concluded.
Get your Saturday mornings all planned out. Starting on April 26, at 10am football coaching for U5’s, U7’s and U9s will be held at Enniscrone Kilglass GAA Grounds, Quigabar, F26 D710. Learn new skills and make new friends in a fun, welcoming and safe space for all. Both boys and girls are welcome.
Kilglass Parish Community Centre are holding a Community Gathering to celebrate one year of the Hub and launching Phase 2 on Sunday, May 4 at 7pm in The Hub. It will be an evening of fun, connection and celebration. There will be children’s entertainment, xBox Gaming Zone, and exciting announcements. Be part of this special milestone as they grow together. Bring your friends and family as everyone is welcome. More information at https://www.kilglassparishcommunitycentre.com.
Dance Fitness class is held every Friday morning at 11am in the Enniscrone Resource Centre. The class costs €8 per session will all proceeds going to the upkeep of the centre. It is an hour of good music, easy to follow routines to old and new songs and no dance experience is necessary. All ages are welcome. Contact 096 37444 for more details.
The Enniscrone Indoor Market is open every Saturday from 11am to 3pm. Come along and meet some of the fabulous traders eg. EWAC Enniscrone, Brown Penny, Suantrai na Coille, Seoda na Ce and more. Enjoy a coffee and some home baking. There will be wonderful gifts, decorations, paintings, handmade blankets, clothing, jewellery, local crafts, treats, fresh fruit and vegetables and much more. All are welcome.
Sean Nos dancing is held in Dromore West Community Centre on Saturdays for adults at 12 noon and children at 12.40pm For more information contact Rachel at 089 4543772.
If you are looking for a comfortable, warm, office desk, with high-speed broadband, kitchen facilities, and peace and quiet look no further than Kilglass Parish Community Centre. Book on the website and they will send a code to give immediate access to the building. https://connectedhubs.ie/desks/plans/981.
Easkey/St Farnans Indoor hurling takes place on Wednesdays in the old factory from 6 to 6.45pm for U7’s, 6.45 to 7.30pm for the U9’s. Helmets and hurls will be provided for new players. Boys and girls are welcome.
Volunteers are required for both Rathlee and Easkey church to do the readings, Eucharistic Ministers and choir members. Contact Fr Joseph or the parish secretary at 089 2297468.
Bingo takes place every Tuesday at 8pm with doors opening at 7pm. There is always free tea and coffee on offer. All are welcome to come along and support, and be in with a chance to win. All money raised goes to Western Gaels.
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The results of the Castleconnor Community Games handwriting competition were as follows: U10 boys Donnacha Boland (only competitor); U10 girs 1st Emily Sommerville, 2nd Emma Ruane, 3rd Ellie Tuffy; U12 boys Nathan Curran (only competitor); U12 girls Riley Newell (only competitor). Well done to all.
The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA weekly lotto which was held on April 5, were 4, 14, 19 and 35. There was no jackpot winner and no match 3 winner. Congratulations to Louise Tuffy who was the winner of the €50 lucky dip. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on April 12, was €11,400.
