Local Notes: Wedding bells in Knockmore for Hugh and Shiru
Pictured after their wedding in Christ the King Church, Knockmore are Hugh Armstrong, Lisduvogue, Knockmore and Shiru Mubea, Nairobi, Kenya, along with their bridal party.
Congratulations to Hugh Armstrong, son of Eileen and Oliver Armstrong, Lisdovogue, Knockmore, and Shiru Mubea, Kenya, who were married in a beautiful ceremony in Christ the King Church, Knockmore on Saturday, August 24th.
The wedding party included Maid of Honour Anna Ndiwera, bridesmaids Abby Mubea (sister of the bride), Christelle Da Gama, Debbie Emmanuel, Tracy Nakawooya, Gloria Nankya, Tvesha Patil, Renike Sonuyi and Sabrina Souza, Best Man Kevin Armstrong (brother of the groom), groomsmen Trevor Crawley, Aaron Hanlon, Padraig Murphy and Shane Quinn.
The ceremony was performed by Fr Michael Reilly, parish priest, Knockmore, and was attended by a large number of family, relatives and friends with many travelling long distances to be present for the special occasion. Music was provided by Sinead Healy.
The reception was held afterwards in the Great National Hotel, Ballina.
Hugh is well known in the athletics world and has represented Ireland in both the World and European Championships. He is at present training for the Dublin City Marathon, which takes place at Halloween.
Both Shiru and Hugh are wished every success, happiness and many blessings for their future years together.
There was no winner of the jackpot in the Conn Rangers Lotto on August 19th last when the numbers drawn were 1, 8, 30 and 34.
The winners of €20 each were Sean O'Hora, Joe Faughnan, Michael Gardiner, PJ Duffy, Josephine McNamara and Marion Murphy, while the Lucky Dip winner was Denise McMahon.
The jackpot now stands at €2,700. Thank you for your continued support.
The numbers drawn in last week's Currabaggan National School Online Lotto were 6, 7, 11 and 13, and there was no jackpot winner.
The winner of €25 was Donna Rothwell.
Your support is much appreciated.
Mayo Cancer Support Association at Rock Rose House in Castlebar would like to thank all those who contributed so generously to their recent church gate collection in Knockmore.
A total of €206.65 was donated and all monies raised will go towards providing services to all affected by cancer diagnosis.
Work will continue in Knockmore Church grounds on the felling and pruning of trees for the next few weeks.
Weekend Masses will be held in the Church with the weekday Masses on Tuesday and Wednesday celebrated in the centre in Knockmore.
For health and safety reasons there will be no entry to the Church grounds from Monday to Friday while the work is in progress.
Well done to the Knockmore Ladies who retained the Division 1 League title on Sunday last with their great win over Burrishoole in the Mayo LGFA Division 1 Cup Final, on a scoreline of 2-13 to 1-4.
Ladies, you did us all proud.
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Bonniconlon
There was no winner of the jackpot in last week's Bonniconlon GAA Lotto when the numbers drawn were 2, 15, 30 and 33.
The five winners of €40 each were: Teresa Hatton, Stoke on Trent, United Kingdom; Michael McKenzie, Carracrum; Martin Ferguson, Cullane; Cillian, Faye and Gracie McHale, Bonniconlon; Aoibhe and Shona Judge, Carralavin.
The jackpot stood at €13,850 for the latest draw. Visit www.bonniconlongaa.com for further details on how to play.
Bonniconlon Community Employment (CE) Scheme have a vacancy for a project secretary. Department of Social Protection criteria apply. Contact cebonniconlon@gmail.com or alternatively the Intreo office in Ballina.
The Post Office is a very important service available on our doorstep which must be kept open. With the support of the community, this will be achieved. Every single transaction is required to ensure its success. Lucia and Sinead will be only too delighted to advise on all the facilities available at the local Post Office.
Congratulations to all the local students who have received their Leaving Certificate results recently.
They are wished the very best for the future.
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Ardagh
The Céide Coast Atlantic Run is recognised as being one of Ireland's most idyllic routes.
Along North Mayo's picturesque coastline, the annual half marathon and 10k has grown in leaps and bounds in recent years.
This year's event takes place on Saturday, September 21, with all the relevant information on www.ceidecoasthalfmarathon.com. For further queries, call Joe Gardiner at 086-8453067.
There were joyful scenes at the conclusion of the Mayo LGFA Division 5 Shield Final at Bekan last weekend when MacHale Rovers B team clinched the title by defeating Achill on a low-scoring 0-6 to 0-4 finish.
Captain Jenny Kelly accepted the shield on behalf of her team much to the delight of her jubilant teammates. Congratulations to all involved.
Sit-down exercise classes for women and men continue on Monday nights in the Newman Institute, Ballina, commencing at 7pm.
All are welcome to come along and learn about the different exercise techniques performed in a seated position. Further details from Michael at 087-2337255.
Ardagh GAA Club committee members have passed votes of sympathy with the McHale, Carey, Murphy and Farrell families on their recent sad bereavements.
May the gentle souls of the deceased rest in peace.
Ardagh GAA Club's monthly lotto draw jackpot currently stands at €4,400. Tickets from usual outlets or online at www.ardaghclub.com where you can access the direct lotto link. Support appreciated.
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Killala
There was no jackpot winner in the Community Centre Lotto on August 21st when the numbers drawn were, 17, 19, 23 and 30. Consolation prizes went to Nora Cafferty, Teresa Ruddy and Saeah and Kayden Healy.
The jackpot last week was €7,450.
There was no jackpot winner on August 28th either when the numbers drawn were 4, 10, 11 and 29. Consolation prizes went to Fr Michael Harrison, Fionnuala Holmes and Ann Loughney.
The jackpot this week is €7,500. Tickets are sold locally.
The Killala Community Centre annual lotto tickets are on sale now. Never miss a draw again. Have your name included in every weekly draw for €90. Contact the office at 096-32166 for more information.
Bingo continues in Killala Community Centre every Wednesday night at 8.30pm. The jackpot is €800 on 48 numbers for this week's bingo.
The Community Bus is available as usual. Call 096-32166 to book your place.
