Local Notes: All Ireland Intermediate Champions Crossmolina visit Kilmurry NS.
Crossmolina Intermediate team All Ireland Champions pictured at Kilmurry National School with students and teachers.
The numbers drawn in the Crossmolina Deel-Rovers GAA Club lotto jackpot on Saturday night, January 31, in Hiney’s were 12, 19, 27 and 28. Two punters matched three numbers; John Layng, Eskeragh, Crossmolina; and Jacinta Munnelly, Moygownagh, and they each won €75. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on Saturday, February 8, was €8,700.
The following are the results of the weekly 25 drive session which was held on Thursday night. Best of 20 games; 1stLiam Garvey and Vincent Crowley, 2nd Des McDonnell and Joe Ruddy, 3rd a three way tie Tom O’Malley and Michael McAndrew, Anthony Donnelly and Pakie Heffron, Darragh Sheridan and Eric Deacy. Raffle winners were 1st Sean McDonnell, 2nd Kevin O’Boyle, and 3rd Des McDonnell.
Life after bereavement can feel very lonely. Trained facilitators conduct a weekly ‘Bereavement Support Meeting’ at the Family Centre, Knock Shrine, each Wednesday at 11am. There is also a special meeting for bereaved partners /spouses on the first Thursday of each month at 11am. No appointment needed. Further information from Monica Morley, 094 9375320.
The North Mayo North and Old Engine Tractor Club annual dinner dance will take place in Hiney’s Upper Deck on Saturday, February 15. Tickets costing €25 are available from any club member.
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There was no winner of the €5000 jackpot in the lotto which was held on Saturday, February 1. The €40 winners were as follows: Darren Colman, Lucan, Co Dublin; Sarah Igoe, Bonniconlon Siobhan O´Leary, Breaffy; Geraldine Glacken, The Glebe, Ballina; Aoibhin, Emma and Conor Melvin, Corrimbla The latest draw was held on the weekend of February 8, for a jackpot of €5,150. Cut off sale time is 6pm on the Saturday
In the event of an emergency, please note the access code to parish defibrillators is 0000. Once the code is entered, press ✔. This will be followed by an automated recording of instructions on how to use this lifesaving equipment.
They are located in: Bonniconlon Church grounds, inside the wall just behind the statue; Bonniconlon Agricultural Show grounds main entrance (Graveyard side); at the junction of Dempsey Dismantlers (Whitestream) on main road beside the statue; Carra, behind the Muddy Burns sign, on the road to Castleconnor.
An open meeting will be held in the community centre at 8pm tonight Tuesday, February 11, and all members of the community are welcome. Community Futures is a community led process that assists communities with the preparation and development of a Community Action Plan for their community.
Bonniconlon ICA are holding their annual card game in Gallagher`s Village Tavern on Thursday, February 13, at 9pm. Tickets cost €10. There will be a prizefund of €500 plus lots of raffle and spot prizes.
A vacancy has arisen on the Bofield/Bonniconlon Community Employment Scheme for a general operative. Reference 2361146. Department of Social Protection criteria apply. Contact cebonniconlon@gmail.com for further details.
Notices for the parish bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
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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.
Sympathy is extended to the McDonnell family, Rathlacken, on the death of their mother Evelyn. May she rest in peace.
Last week at the Children’s Mass, they celebrated the rich contribution the local schools make to the community. The children were outstanding as they participated in welcoming the parish community. They brought up special gifts to the altar to symbolise the message of Catholic Schools Week. There were servers to assist Fr Michael PP, readers of the liturgy and the prayers of the faithful. Sweet sounding music and song filled the air and was a beautiful addition to the Mass. They all celebrated afterwards with refreshments in the Fáilte Room.
In case of an emergency, use the defibrillators at The Enterprise Centre and Kilcummin Pier. The defibrillator unit at the Failte Rooms is not in use and is in the process of being replaced at a cost of €1440.
The Lacken parish annual table quiz will take place in Bessie’s Bar on Friday, February 28.
The bonus ball winner for last week was Rebecca Fogarty. There are numbers available, if interested contact Leo on 087 9163851.
Keep fit classes are held in Lacken Enterprise Centre on Thursday night at 8pm with Conor Denneny from Ballina Sports Centre. The class is suitable for all abilities and costs €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 for details.
The clothes collection is still ongoing at the community centre and can be left in the alleyway at the side of the centre at any time.
Defibrillator contacts for Lacken are as follows: 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.
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The Legion of Mary meet in Cooneal Church every Wednesday morning after Mass at 10.30am.
A social night will be held in Bessies Kilcummin on February 22. Transport will be provided. Give your name to Marion Killeen at 096 32576 or Marion Walsh at 087 2668389 to secure a seat on the bus.
Bingo is held on Wednesday night at 8.30pm in Killala Comminity Centre. The community bus service will be available. Contact 096 32166 to book a seat.
The Community Text Alert Scheme is up and running. The procedure is if you notice any suspicious activity, 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 is still not too late. Call to Killala Community Centre and fill up a form or contact 096 32992.
A pilgrimage from Knock Airport to Medjugorje will depart on September 17 and for further details contact Bernadette Coleman at 086 8196653 or Fr. Kieran Holmes at 086 8842880.
All bookings for facilities at Moygownagh Community and IT Centre are now to be made by contacting 096 31066, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.
Catholic Marriage Care is seeking facilitators to volunteer to train as presenters for Marriage Preparation Courses. If you feel you would like to help contact Aisling at the Accord Centre, Maynooth, Co. Kildare on 01 5053112 or email marraigecourses@accord.ie.
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Set Dancing classes in Moygownagh Community Centre are held every Tuesday night at 8pm. Classes for beginners starts at 7.15pm and all are welcome.
The North Mayo North and Old Engine Tractor Club annual dinner dance will take place in Hiney’s Upper Deck on Saturday, February 15. Tickets costing €25 are available from any club member.
All bookings for facilities at Moygownagh Community Centre and IT Centre are now to be made by contacting 096 31066 Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm.
Moygownagh GAA are taking membership and D Blehein will be available in the community centre, Monday to Friday, from 9am to 4pm next week to help register any under age or adult member. Contact 096 31066 for further details.
At a recent meeting of Moygownagh GAA the following vacancies were filled. Childrens Officer - Patrick Patten, and DLP - Selina Sweeney.
Jamie’s Knit Night continues in Moygownagh Learning Forum on Thursday, February 20.
An enjoyable evening was spent by the Moygownagh Rambling House group on Thursday night last. The main topic of conversation was of course, the devastation caused by the recent storm Eowyn. They also created St. Brigid’s Crosses. The next Rambling House dates for February are Thursday 13 and Thursday 27 weather permitting.
The Arymoy McHales Rovers Awards presentation for 2024 took place recently. Medals were presented to the U14 team who were winners of the County League final 2024 by Ryan O’Donohue of Mayo.
You can drop into your local centre or contact it by phone and email for information, advice and advocacy. Make sure you check your local service’s opening hours if you are dropping in. Appointments are offered as needed following an initial assessment. You can also call the Citizens Information Phone Service on 0818 07 4000 Monday to Friday from 9am-8pm.
