Local Notes: Ardagh-Bonniconlon Drama Group are entertaining audiences in Torremolinos, Spain.
Members of Ardagh-Bonniconlon Ramblers Drama Group who are currently entertaining audiences with Jimmy Keary’s fast paced comedy, “A Night to Remember”, as part of the annual music, drama, theatre and dance events programme in Torremolinos, Spain. Seated; Peter Boyd and Joe Neary. Standing, from left: Joan Ruttledge, Michael Ginley and Dolores O’Boyle.
Knockmore.
All were saddened to learn of the passing of John McDonagh, 4 Hillside Rise, Mount Falcon, Knockmore and formerly Gurteen, Co Sligo. John passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 18. His remains reposed at his residence on Monday evening before his removal to St Teresa's Church, Rathduff, on Tuesday morning for his 11am Requiem Mass. There he was remembered during the homily as a beloved husband, father and grandfather, a gentleman in every respect with a smile for all he met. He was laid to rest afterwards in Ballinahaglish Cemetery.
During the past week many treasured memories were recalled of John by family and friends and by many who had the pleasure of knowing him during his time in London. There he was remembered as a one of life's special people who was ever pleasant to meet and ready to make time to talk, listen and help in a time of need.
He will be so sadly missed by his beloved wife Kay, his son Brian, his daughters Jennifer and Susan, his beloved grandchildren Aoife, Maria, Harlow, Amanda and Miranda, his brother Paddy, daughter-in-law, sons-in-law, his many neighbours and friends. May he now rest in peace.
Well done to all the young swimmers who took part in the Community Games event over the Easter holidays. Community Games Athletics Sports Day 2026 will take place on the Bank Holiday Monday, May 4, at 2pm in the GAA pitch, Knockmore.
The Annual Pioneer Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from August 5 for 5 nights with full board costing €925. The booking with full payment is due by July 5. The flight will depart from Shannon Airport-bus from Knock Airport.
A temporary part-time kitchen position is available in Knockmore/Rathduff Centre. An experienced kitchen worker is being sought to assist with cooking and plating meals for dinner delivery; washing up and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen; working as part of a busy team. HACCP certification preferred. If you would like to join a team making a real difference locally, send your cv to info@knockmore.ie with "Kitchen vacancy" in the subject line.
Welcomed into God's family at their recent Baptism in the parish were Aodha Malarie Gallagher and Isabella Keane. Congratulations to their proud parents and families.
The numbers drawn last week were; 7, 9, 16 and 20. There was no jackpot winner and the €25 weekly winner was Caroline Walsh.
The Killala and Tuam Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from August 28, to September 3, led by Archbishop Francis Duffy. The cost will be €1,049. Enquiries and bookings to 01 2410800 and for the invalid section contact Eileen O'Brien on 086 4013897 or Ciara Deane on 083 8383310.
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Ardagh.
Both Ardagh senior football teams got their Mayo GAA AbbVie senior football leagues off to winning starts over the past couple of weeks. Last week Ardagh recorded a comprehensive 5-22 to 2-23 away victory over Kilmaine while Ardagh B took full points from their home outing against Swinford on a 3-14 to 1-8 scoreline. It's a great fillip for the players and all associated with the game to see the leagues return across all divisions particularly after the very dreary and dark winter we have all experienced. The commitment shown by all the clubs across all divisions is nothing short of inspirational and motivating. Long may it continue.
A meeting of Ardagh cemetery maintenance group will take place this Friday night, May1, at 9pm in the community centre. New members are welcome to attend. Details by ringing 087 2614670 or by contacting any committee member as more help is required for grass strimming, etc.
Ardagh GAA Club committee members express their sincere gratitude to all who generously supported their recent flag day in Ballina. Special thanks also to the group of volunteers who willingly assisted on the day to help make it a huge success.
With the long evenings of light now upon us Ardmoy under-age structure has recommenced after the winter break. Training for children aged 4 and upwards takes place each Tuesday evening from 6-7pm at the club's pitch and all children are welcome to participate. What a great initiative. Credit to everybody involved.
Parish Priest, Fr. Pat Munnelly, will undertake his First Friday calls to parishioners this coming Friday, May 1, starting at 11am.
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Ballycastle.
Thank you to everyone for your incredible generosity in donating to the Irish Motor Neurone Association Event in Ballycastle Community Hall on Sunday, April 12 either by donating on the day or on-line. To date a total of €5,080 has been raised.
The organisers thank especially the volunteers who were involved in organising this event, who gave freely of their time in making it such a wonderful success; to the amazing bakers who made cakes, scones, buns, pastries, tarts, cookies, sausage rolls etc; to the Ballycastle Community Hall committee for their great support and providing them with such a wonderful venue: and to the sponsors Aurivo, Donnellys Village Store, Mags' Place, Mary's Bakery, McDonnell's XL Shop, Siopa Suifinn, 'Tea by the Sea'.
A free course starts on Tuesday, April 28, at 3.30pm in Ballycastle Community Hall. To book your place text or call Kathleen on 086 0667192 or Samantha on 087 9432425 or email bcastlehall@gmail.com.
Ballycastle GAA are hosting Comòrtas Peile na Gaeltachta this year. Senior and junior semi-finals will take place on Saturday, May 2, and the senior and junior finals will be played on Monday, May 4. On Saturday, May 2, Ballycastle v Belmullet at 1.30pm and Achill v Tourmakeady at 3.30pm. The final will be played at 2pm on Monday, May 4.
Congratulations to Breege Gardiner, last week's winner of €189, in the GAA 50/50 draw.
Darkness into Light will take place on Saturday, May 9, meeting at Downpatrick Head crossroads at 4.15am. Donations can be made on-line or there will be a collection bucket on the day. This money is then donated to the local Pieta Outreach in Ballina.
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Bonniconlon.
Welcomed into God’s family is Ann Timlin who was baptised in Bonniconlon Church recently.
The organisers thank all those involved in making Fintan Greavy’s Fundraising Dart’s Tournament Event such a huge success. Your kindness and generosity raised €16,000. Proceeds will go to Mayo Roscommon Hospice and Ballina District Hospital Patient Comfort Fund respectively.
The numbers drawn in the Bonniconlon lotto on April 18, were 3, 8, 19 and 32.The €40 winners were; Tony Carrabine, Castleconnor; Brian McDermott, Corrimbla; Trish Healey, Quay road, Ballina; Daniel Conlon, Bonniconlon; and Sean Maguire, The Glebe, Ballina. The latest draw took place on April 25, for a jackpot of €14,600.
Notices for the parish bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
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