Local Notes: Wedding Bells in Ballycastle on December 30 last.
Congratulations to Annette Bourke and David Noone who were married in St Brigid’s Church in Ballycastle on December 30th last. Pictured with them is David’s darling daughter and flower girl Zoe Noone. Annette is the daughter of Sean (RIP) and Helen Bourke, Annaghmore, Ballycastle. David is the son of Rose Noone, Gortmeer, Pullathomas. David and Annette are wished all the luck, love and happiness in the world from their family and friends.
Congratulations to Peter McNulty, last week's winner of €198 in the GAA 50/50 draw.
Ballycastle Community Hall has a special offer for January only - €100 for a year's gym membership. Contact 086 8704125 or 086 1584432 or 086 0667192 for further details.
Naomh Padraig along with Ballycastle Athletic Club are taking part in the Ireland Lights Up GAA initiative. The walk takes place on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm starting at Ballycastle Community Hall. Please wear high viz clothing and all children must be accompanied by an adult. All age groups are welcome.
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For the new year, Lacken Parish Council have taken the decision to start organising a children’s Mass that will happen on a monthly basis. The Mass will be aimed at the children and will allow anyone who is willing to participate. The children’s Mass for January will be held on January 26, at 10am with refreshments afterwards in The Failte Rooms.
The Parish office in Killala will be open on Tuesday 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 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 4pm. Call 096 71492 for further information.
The Gardening Club will resume on Tuesday, January 28 at 10am at Lacken Community Garden. The organisers look forward to welcoming new members. Just come along on the day.
Lacken Parish annual table quiz will take place in Bessies on Friday, February 28. Save the date.
The bonus ball winner for last week was Tony Robinson. There are numbers available, if interested contact Leo on 087 9163851.
Keep Fit Keep fit classes are held in Lacken Enterprise Centre on Thursday nights at 8pm with Conor Denneny from Ballina Sports Centre. They are suitable for all abilities and cost €7 per person.
St. Vincent de Paul Ballina are looking for volunteers to assist in their shop in Ballina. 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 they can be left in the alleyway at the side of the centre at any time.
Defibrillator contacts for Lacken are: 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 you 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 it’s 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 32992/32484.
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Mid Killala Pioneer dinner dance will take place in Hiney’s, Crossmolina, on Friday, January 31, with music by Michael S and Clodagh Togher. Admission is €30, and tickets are available from Maeve Tierney, Crossmolina, Una Birrane Moygownagh and Phyllis McLoughlin Ardagh. The Pioneer Association thank everybody who bought a ticket for the Pioneer Supporters Draw.
Moygownagh Ramblers continues in Moygownagh Learning Forum on Thursday, January 30, at 7.30pm.
Jamie’s Knit Night continues in the Learning Forum on Thursday, January 23.
Set Dancing classes in Moygownagh Community Centre are held every Tuesday night at 8pm. Beginners welcome.
Crossmolina Library in partnership with MSLETB will have a 1-1 lessons every Wednesday from 4-7pm to improve your digital skills on your own phones, iPads and laptops. All classes are free. For more information contact Maureen on 096 31939.
Mayo North and Old Engine Tractor Club annual dinner dance will take place in Hiney’s Upper Deck on Saturday, February 15. Tickets which cost €25 are available from any club member.
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A social night is arranged in Bessie’s Kilcummin on Saturday evening, February 22, with music by Tommie Maloney and refreshments will be served. Transport will be provided. More details later.
Meet in Cooneal Church every Wednesday at 10.30 am (after Mass).
Wednesday is Bingo night in Killala Community Centre at 8.30pm. The community bus service will be available. Contact 096 32166 to book a seat.
Community Text Alert Scheme is up and running. The procedure is if you notice any suspicious activity, you contact the Garda on 096 20560 and they will decide if it warrants a text being sent to the scheme. If you are not already signed up it’s still not too late, call to Killala Community Centre and fill up a form or contact Sandra or Deirdre on 096 32992.
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There was no winner of the jackpot in the draw which was held on January 12 last. The €40 prizewinners were as follows: 1 Kenny Durcan, Carralavin; 2 Aoife Mahoney, Corballa; 3 Shay McDonnell, Carralavin; 4 Kirsty Quinn, Carrareagh; and 5 John Brien, Rehins Fort, Ballina. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on Saturday, January 18, was €16,850.
People are encouraged to continue your support for the post office by paying property tax, ESB, mobile phone, dog licence. Lucia and Sinead will be delighted to assist you.
The HSE under the Slaintecare Healthy Communities initiative are offering a free stop smoking programme in Ballina starting on January 28 for 7 weeks from 2-3.30pm. Free nicotine replacement medication, group support and one to one support will be offered to all participants. For more information or to book a place contact Brenda McNicholas on 087 4484711 or email Brenda.mcnicholas1@hse.ie.
A vacancy has arisen on the Bofield/Bonniconlon Community Employment Scheme for a general operative. Reference 2353300. Department of Social Protection criteria applies. Contact cebonniconlon@gmail.com.
Mayo Stoma Support Group will be holding a meeting on the January 23, at 7pm in the Ellison Hotel, Castlebar. All are welcome. If you are attending message Christopher on 087 6275766 with your name and number of people attending.
Would you be interested in sharing your home and supporting an individual with a disability for a few hours per day, a couple of days per month, or longer term? Western Care are looking for single people/couples/families, to provide respite breaks for children and adults across County Mayo, in your own home. If you are interested and/or would like further information about Home Sharing, contact Ruth Kneafsey, Home Share Co-ordinator on 094 9029148 or 087 6811261.
Mayo North East Partnership hold clinics in North Mayo, Castlebar and Westport by appointment to assist homeowners with the DCB Grant scheme and application. All enquiries/appointment contact Caroline on 087 482 8261 / email: carolinewilson@mayonortheast.com.
