Local Notes: All the latest news from West Sligo
Coláiste Iascaigh welcomed their First Year Class of 2024/2025 on Tuesday, August 27, and they are pictured with class tutors Mr Grimes and Ms Kelly, their year head Mr Mulvaney, Deputy Principal Ms McDermott and Principal Mr Coggins.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Ireland will be having a recycling collection of unwanted electrical goods, lighting, battery power items, mobile phones etc on Saturday, September 28, at The Pier Carpark, Enniscrone from 10am to 4pm.
Bridge classes for beginners commence on Monday, September 9, from 2 to 4pm. To book, contact Enniscrone Bridge Club on 087-7568686.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football club blotto draw, which was held on Sunday, August 25, were 10, 37 and 40. There was no jackpot winner. €25 prizewinners were Sean Sweeney, Rian Grimes, Arthur Marques and Damian McCaffrey.
The jackpot in the latest draw, which was held in the Ocean Sands Hotel on Sunday, September 1, was €7,200.
Enniscrone Kilglass intermediate team got their Connacht Gold Sligo Intermediate Football Championship off the mark in the second-round game against St Patrick’s.
The game took place at St Brendan’s Park, Corballa, on Saturday evening, August 24. There was a large travelling support from both sides on a rain-free evening in contrast to the earlier part of the day. There was, however, a very strong crosswind which left conditions rather difficult for both sides.
The half-time score was 0-3 to 0-3 and there was little between the teams in the second half. As the clock ticked down, St Patrick’s got an equalising point before they managed to get the all-important goal in injury time to win on a scoreline of 1-8 to 0-8.
Enniscrone Kilglaas did win a free very late on and their supporters were hoping for an equaliser like the league final but that was not to be. It was a game that could have gone either way but the lads will rue the many wides, particularly in the first half. Their next fixture is on Saturday, September 7, against Coolaney/Mullinabreena in Tourlestrane.
Team: Ethan Carden, Cian Mulrooney, Josh Ellis, Cathal Mullaney, Adam Mullaney, Tommy Quinn, Brandon Fitzgerald, Donal Mullaney, Nathan Hannan, Brian Duffy, Ciaran O’Dowd, Oisin Finnerty, Gavin Duffy (0-7) (0-5f), Brian Coleman, Aaron Duffy. Subs used: Robert Jacon, Joseph Martin.
The Enniscrone Kilglass U17 team had a very comfortable win in their B1 championship home game against St John’s on Thursday, August 22. The full-time score was 2-14 to 0-4.
Enniscrone Kilglass U15s were beaten in their final group game away to St Patrick’s/Owenmore Gaels recently when they met at Seamie Donegan Memorial Park. The full-time score was 6-6 to 1-7. They still advance to the quarter-final against the same opposition this evening, September 3, with the game being played in Skreen.
Kilglass Foróige Club is looking for new volunteers ahead of the new club year. If you can spare some of your time to support the young people in the community, message Jean on 089-2210995 for more information.
The Moy Singers will be returning shortly after their summer recess and would love to hear from men and women who would be interested in joining the choir.
They meet weekly on Wednesday evenings and learn to sing and perform new songs for their two annual concerts – Christmas and Spring. In 2026, they will celebrate their 40th anniversary and would love to have some new faces, especially the menfolk.
For details, contact Evelyn on 085-2445286.
IRD North Mayo-West Sligo, which trades as Moy Valley Resources, has a position available on its Community Employment (CE) Scheme in Enniscrone. The vacancy is for a caretaker/cleaner in Enniscrone Family Resource Centre/ Enniscrone Enterprise Centre.
The Moy Valley Resources Community Employment Scheme is designed to provide meaningful work experience, skill development and personal growth opportunities for participants on the scheme.
Those with a ‘can-do’ attitude, and who are eager to learn and make a difference in their community, are invited to apply.
No previous experience is necessary, as comprehensive training will be provided that includes training programmes to help participants gain new skills and qualifications to benefit their future careers.
Participants will also have the opportunity to work with local community organisations and make a tangible impact on the lives of people in the area.
The MVR CE Scheme team encourages personal growth and is committed to supporting scheme participants every step of the way, ensuring that they have the resources and guidance needed to succeed.
If you are interested in applying for this position, you can contact Jacqueline Kinsella, CE Supervisor, at Moy Valley Resources, Ballina for more information. Please email hr@moyvalley.ie or telephone 096-70905.
You can also visit the organisation’s social media pages and website at www.moyvalley.ie where information on CE Scheme roles is regularly updated.
West Sligo Athletics Club is delighted to be bringing back the O’Dubhda Challenge to Enniscrone with a run through the seaside town and the surrounding countryside on October 6. There is a fabulous route to run covering a 20-miler, half marathon and a 10km, so something for everyone.
To register, contact West Sligo Athletic Club.
Bingo is held in the Old Church, Enniscrone, every Tuesday at 8pm with doors opening at 7pm with free tea and coffee on offer. The proceeds are in aid of Western Gaels Hurling and Camogie Club. All are welcome to come along and support, and be in with a chance to win.
A hot desk facility for remote working is now available at Unit 3, Castlepark House, Enniscrone, with daily or weekly rates. It is located in an ideal location, close to the Castlefield walkway and town centre.
Contact Tony on 086-3098335 for further details.
With the new season about to commence, why not look the part by browsing the Kilglass Enniscrone United's training gear range which is available on the new club app. All items feature the new club crest and will be delivered to your address within seven days. The shop is open all year round.
To shop, download the club app from your app store at the klubfunder online site and select Kilglass/Enniscrone as your club. When in the app click on the ‘shop now’ button to browse the shop.
Kilglass Parish Community Centre is offering co-working/hot desks and meeting room hire in their A-rated new building which is served with high-speed broadband.
They are located less than five minutes from Enniscrone. Book your place at www.kilglassparishcommunitycentre.com.
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Castleconnor
Ballina’s newest public access defibrillator is a collaboration between Ballina CFR and Castleconnor Defibrillator Group. It is located on the Enniscrone side of Martin and Corinne Tuffy's front wall, at Bunnanilra, Castleconnor, Ballina (Eircode: F26 XH22). The access code is C0000√.
The committee extends thanks to Martin and Corrine for hosting it and John Ruane from Castleconnor Defibrillator Group for working with them to cut down on costs for both groups.
A 12-week strength and power training programme for those over 50 is back again in Castleconnor Community Centre on Thursdays, commencing on September 12, from 10.30 to 11.30am and the cost is €60.
Registration will take place on September 12, from 10 to 10.30am. For more information, contact Bernie Finlay 087-6164788.
The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA lotto, which was held on Saturday, August 24, were 7, 9, 32 and 33.
Congratulations to Daniel McDonagh who matched three numbers and won €100. Congratulations also to Shane Feeney who won €50 in the lucky dip.
The latest jackpot was an amazing €23,100 and the draw took place on Saturday, August 31.
