Local Notes: Students of Quay NS enjoy Splash and Dash Mayo at Lough Lannagh.
Students from the Quay National School, Ballina, at Splash and Dash Mayo with Mayo Sports Partnership, in association with Triathlon Ireland, at Lough Lannagh, Castlebar. Picture: Alison Laredo
Ardagh Social Services are hosting a ‘Day Out’ in Ardagh Community Centre tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15, from 12 noon to 4.30pm. The day will begin with Mass in the centre at 12pm, followed by lunch and then an afternoon of traditional music with Jimmy O’Donnell and guests. At 3.30pm the Ramblers Drama Group will perform a one-act 45-minute comedy, ‘A Night to Remember’, by Jimmy Keary. The cost is €10 per person (cost subsidised from the proceeds of Social Dancing). Booking is essential. Full details from Mary McAndrew on 087 9259790 or Lena Sly on 087 2584333 and all are very welcome.
Ardagh national school is currently accepting applications for pupils for the 2026/27 school year. Parents/guardians may contact the school at ardaghnationalschool@gmail.com or by phone on 096 71559 to request an information pack. Knockanillo National school is also accepting applications for the school year. Full details by contacting the school on 096 72128 for enrolment forms.
Parish Priest, Fr. Pat Munnelly, has expressed his sincere gratitude to all who attended and participated in the Easter ceremonies especially the Eucharistic Ministers, readers, choirs, organists, musicians, cleaners, altar flower arrangers, and Martina, Teresa and Tony.
The very popular 25 card drive continues in the community centre on Sunday night commencing at 9pm. All card playing enthusiasts and new players are most welcome.
Parishioners are urged to return their Trocaire Lenten Boxes to Ardagh Church as soon as possible.
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Congratulations to Cauleen Barrett who has been commissioned as a lay leader in the Diocese of Killala by Archbishop Duffy.
The death occurred recently of Terence (Terry) Gleeson, formerly of Summerhill, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Sympathy is extended to his wife Ena (Langan, Ballycastle), his daughter Stephanie, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.
Free course 'Healthy food made easy' starts on Tuesday, April 28, at 3.30pm in Ballycastle Community Hall. To book your place text or call Kathleen on 086 0667192, Samantha on 087 9432425 or email bcastlehall@gmail.com.
A new exhibition by Elise Kaufman 'Wish You Were Here:Remembrances' opened on Friday, April 10, in the Ballinglen Gallery and it will continue to be on view until April 28.
Congratulations to Trish McNulty, last week's winner of €219.50 in the GAA 50/50 draw.
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Set dancing classes continue in Moygpwnagh Community Centre on Tuesday evenings at 8pm, with lessons for beginners from 7.15-8pm. All are welcome and for further details contact Siobhan on 087 9528524.
A 25 card game is held in Moygownagh Learning Forum on Friday nights at 9pm. All are welcome.
Daria’s Daycare are now taking enrolment for September. Playschool hours are 9-2pm (limited spaces) and After school from 2pm-5.15pm at Moygownagh GAA Grounds. Activities include; arts and crafts, drawing with chalk, football, board games, outdoor play, sensory play, music, and homework is optional. Phone 083 0797586 or dariasdaycare@gmail.com.
Thank you is extended to Helena Golden, Willow Woman for delivering a willow basket tutorial on Monday last. The gathering was immersed if only for a short time, in the tradition of basketry which stretches back to the Neolithic and Bronze Ages, according to finds made through peatland archaeological surveying in Ireland. Each of the Connect Café Rambling House Group returned home with a new skill and a new basket each after an enjoyable afternoon of hard work.
Carn NS are holding a duck race on Monday, May 4. The cost is €10 per duck and your support will be appreciated.
Congratulations to Moygownagh who won the North Mayo Junior B Exclusive final in a 0-14 to 0-09 win against Killala. Well done to all the lads and management.
A meeting for anybody interested in joining the Moygownagh ICA will take place on Wednesday, April 15, at 8pm in the Learning Forum. A committee will also be selected on the night, so anybody interested in being part of the committee is encouraged to attend. For any queries, contact Laura on 085 1519208.
A large crowd attended the 25 Drive in Moygownagh Community Centre on Friday night with 1st prize going to Paddy Kneafsey and Peter Sheridan, 2nd Eamonn Moran and Mickey McDermott, Sarah Grealis and Ann Farry, Johnny Ruane and Yvonne Durcan, 3rd to Tom Kilgannon and Joe Murphy, Other winners were; Tommy Joe Gilroy, Mary Reape, Breege Reilly, Una Caret, Lauren O’Boyle and Shauna Reilly. A big thank you to all who attended and helped out in any way.
Carn NS is now accepting enrolment for the school year 2026/2027. For enrolment forms contact the school on 096 31832 or by email: carnns@gmail.com.
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News items can be handed into the Failte Room by 10am on Thursday or phone 34130 or email tithecoistra@gmail.com.
Fr Harrison can be contacted on his mobile phone on 089 4940635 and Killala parish house on 096 32176 or email frmichaelharrison@gmail.com.
The parish office in Killala will be open on Tuesday from 11am-3pm, Wednesday 10am-3pm and Thursday 10am-1pm. All queries and Masses can be booked by either phoning the office on 096 32176 or emailing parishnotes@hotmail.com.
The childrens choir practice takes place every Thursday evening at 6.30pm in Lacken Church.
The Alzheimer’s Annual Tea Day will be hosted in The Fáilte Rooms, Lacken on April 19, following 10am Children’s Mass. Come along and support this very worthy fundraising event.
Local Hakomi Psychotherapist, Rachel Sweetman welcomed members of the Lacken Parish community and beyond to a peaceful gathering of mindfulness and reflection recently. The event, held in the intimate and supportive setting of Rachel’s own home in Lacken, was warmly received by those in attendance. All proceeds (an amazing €505) from the gathering are being donated to Focus Ireland, the national organisation working to end homelessness, adding a strong charitable dimension to the occasion. Attendees spoke highly of the event, with one participant noting that it was “a truly calming and uplifting experience, made even more meaningful by supporting such an important cause.” Rachel’s initiative has been widely commended as an example of community spirit in action, combining personal wellbeing with practical support for those in need.
High noon is held in the Fáilte Room on Monday with the usual bus service in operation. Contact 096 34130 for details.
The Lovely Lacken Fun Run/Walk is taking place on Sunday, April 19, from Bessie’s. Registration is from 1pm, with the walk starting at 2.30pm. Entry is €10 for adults, U16’s €5 and a family is €20. After the walk there will be a raffle and auction taking place in Bessie’s. All proceeds raised on the day going to the Mayo Roscommon Hospice, in memory of Mary Farrell, RIP. There will be live music in Bessie’s that evening, with Grace Kelly playing from 5pm. For more info, check out our Facebook page ‘Lovely Lacken 5km Fun Run/Walk’.
Atlantic Care are urgently looking for caregivers in Killala and surrounding areas. There are competitive rates of pay, flexible hours and a support network. If you are interested contact Nollag on 094 9014028.
Last weeks winner of the Bonus Ball draw was Padraic Breslin. There are numbers available by contacting Leo on 087 9163851.
The information centre in Bohernasup, Ballina is open in the community. They provide options, support and guidance for individuals and their families experiencing mental health difficulties. The information centre provides a confidential sign posting service and the drop-in service is open Monday to Wednesday from 9.30am to 4.00pm. Call 096 71492 for further details.
West Doc telephone number to 0818 360 000.
Lacken Enterprise Centre, Banagher, is available for rent. Lacken Sports and Recreational Centre membership is €20 per month, €50 per 3 months. Contact 089 4281275 for details.
St. Vincent de Paul, Ballina, are looking for volunteers to assist in their shop as donation sorters, till operators, merchandisers, shop floor assistants and social media assistants. Contact Peter on 085 8759460 or 096 72905.
The clothes collection is still ongoing at the community centre and can be left in the alley way at the side of the centre at any time.
Defibrillator contacts for Lacken: Teresa Kelly 086 6699859, Marie Kelly 085 2800557, Enda Rooney 086 311 9312, Adrienne Loughney 087 6464694, Tara Loughney 086 2099358, Katherine Hickey 083 4838849, Ann Loughney 087 6314067, Aine Lavin 087 1238497, Jackie Jackson 086 8755957, Ann Marie Walsh 087 2104367. Defibrillators are located at the Enterprise Centre, Banagher and the Failte Room beside Lacken Church
Killala Community Text Alert Scheme is up and running. The procedure is if you notice any suspicious activity, ring the Gardai on 096 20550 and they will decide if it warrants a text being sent to the scheme. If you are not already signed up, its not too late. Call to the community centre and fill up a form.
Killala Community Council (Newstart) Ltd are running a Meals on Wheels service for Killala and surrounding areas. They aim to provide nourishing quality meals at an affordable price to any senior citizen who signs up. The meals will have two courses and can be collected or delivered. Orders can be taken up to 11.30 am each day. This service is available to anyone over 60 years or recovering from illness. If interested contact 096 32992 or 32484.
