Local Notes: Ballintubber Abbey Choir launch their new fundraising album 'Dochas 's Gra - Hope andLove'.
Ballintubber Abbey Choir who successfully launched their new fundraiser album, 'Dóchas's Grá - Hope and Love', on a glorious, sunny evening in late September.
On last Sunday week, October 8, the Ballintubber GAA Club jackpot stood at €7,000 and the numbers drawn were 11, 25, 27 and 31. There was no jackpot winner and consolation prizes went to Mary Hallinan, Patricia Lydon, Evelyn Dowd, Myra Staunton, Eoin Heneghan and Mary Burke King. The jackpot stood at €7,100 on Sunday, October 13. Play Ballintubber lotto at: https://member.clubspot.app/.../ballintubber-gaa/fundraisers.
The annual general meeting of Ballintubber GAA Club will be held in Clogher Clubrooms on Sunday evening, November 10, at 5pm. All who support the club and participate in its activities are asked to be in attendance.
The death has taken place recently of Mairéad Duffy, Ranelagh, and formerly of Devon Park, Galway. Mairéad passed away peacefully on October 2, peacefully in St Vincent’s Private Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She is deeply regretted by her husband Antoine, her children Eoghan, Méabh, Séamus and Fiachra, their spouses Stephen and Britney, their partners Fiona and Stephanie, her grandson Eoghan Óg, her brother James and family and friends and relatives to whom sincere condolences are extended.
Her remains reposed at her home on Friday, October 4, from 4-7pm. The removal of her remains took place on the Saturday morning to the Church of the Holy Name, Beechwood arriving for 10am Funeral Mass followed by burial in Burriscarra Cemetery, Clogher, Co. Mayo. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.
Ballyglass FC will hold its awards night on Sunday, October 27, at 9pm in the Carra Lodge. There will be music and finger food on the night and all are welcome.
Congrats to Caoimhe Corcoran, who has been selected for the Mayo U12s Girls Interleague squad for the 2024/2025 season. Caoimhe is the daughter of Sean and Anne Corcoran, Ballinaglea. Everyone in Ballyglass FC is very proud of Caoimhe and is supportive of her and her teammates on for the season ahead.
Congratulations to Saoirse Reilly, who was selected for the U15 Connacht Basketball team recently.
The next “What’s the Story?” storytelling event in the popular series will be on Saturday, October 26, when Ballyglass Community Centre (F12D500) welcomes the renowned singer songwriter, John Spillane. There will be a very special song-writing workshop on the day from 11am to 2pm. In order to book your place and for further information, text Fiona 087 6562042 or Nora 087 9729672. This series of events is supported by Mayo County Council.
Ballyglass Childcare Service AGM will be in the childcare centre on October 23, at 8pm. It is very important that all parents attend.
On Monday, October 7, the raffle winners were Sean Reilly and Seamus Hughes. The card winners were 1st Richard and Mary Carney; Chris Turner and Pat Griffith, 2nd Jimmy Sheridan and Mary Morrin and the last 10 winners Mary Brennan and Breege Jennings. The 25 progressive games continue every Monday night at 9pm.
In an effort to keep the beautiful village of Ballyglass looking her best, a group of volunteers will meet at the community centre every Wednesday evening from 6.30 to 7.30 for a clean-up. Sweeping, light weeding, litter-picking, etc. are the tasks required. If you can spare an hour a week, you are most welcome to join. Call Breege on 087 6292164 to put your name down. Anyone who has their own tools, gloves and high-vis jacket is asked to bring them along.
Save the date and dust off the costumes for the Hallowe’en market in Ballyglass Community Centre, on Saturday, October 19. Mark your calendars for a spooktacular day at Ballyglass Market. Come for a fang-tastic time filled with ghoulishly good deals, eerie-sistible treats, and a hauntingly fun atmosphere. You'd be batty to miss it.
Yoga classes with Emma, from I Am Me, Wellness, have commenced on Tuesdays in Ballyglass Community Centre, from 7.30 to 8.30. The fees are €50 for 4 weeks. Contact Emma on 087 9973357.
The numbers drawn in the Ballyglass FC lotto on Monday, October 7, were 7, 11, 14 and 28. There was no winner of the €9,200 jackpot and the Match 3 winner was Gerry Golden. Consolation prizes went to Aaron Joyce, Pierce Corbett, Kayla Daigle, Paul O’Malley and Fintan McGurrin. Play now to be in with a chance of winning next week’s jackpot, a whopping €9,300. Go to smartlotto.ie.
Congratulations to Anna Joyce who has been selected on the Mayo U13 girls Interleague squad for the 2024/2025 season. This is a great achievement by a skilled and dedicated player.
Irish dancing classes for children aged 4 and upwards take place in the community centre every Wednesday from 4.30 to 5.30, and the cost is €5 per class, pay as you go. Beginners are very welcome.
The Down Syndrome Association thank everyone who contributed to the recent church gate collection in the parish - Carnacon €152.42, Killawalla €214.62 and Ballintubber €532.95. Thanks to everyone for your generosity.
Art classes started in Ballyglass Community Centre on Monday, October 7, at 6.45pm. 6 classes cost €50. Anyone who is interested in upgrading their art skills can contact Nora on 087 9729672.
For an evening of heart-opening cacao, guided meditations and self-healing in Ballyglass Community Centre, F12D500, come along on Wednesday, October 23, at 7pm. Contact Julie for further information on 087 9111763.
Michael Corcoran is looking for support in his annual Dublin City Marathon run coming up on Sunday, October 27. Over the past few years a lot of miles have been ran and money raised for Crumlin Children's Hospital, Motor Neurone and Cancer Ireland where over €13,000 have been raised for those worthy charities. 'This year to drive me on I'm running for Epilepsy Ireland which is something that affected me in my younger years and affects over 40,000 in Ireland. It's a condition that can restrict your life and thankfully I have been lucky to live a healthy life, however many others are not so fortunate. In recognition of those people I am running this year's marathon to support and to help in whatever way I can so I am hoping you can help in whatever way to can through - https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/MC45437274. Your support can make all the difference', said Michael.
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The latest Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto draw took place on Saturday night, October 5, for a jackpot of €14,000 and 4, 11, 24 and 31, were the numbers drawn. There was no jackpot winner. The online consolation winners were Noreen Hughes and Patricia Heneghan.
The jackpot stood at €14,100 on last Saturday night, October 12. There are two online prizes of €40 and also a €40 Cairde prize each week. All funds raised support club development and the support of patrons is deeply appreciated. You can play on line / Ticéadaí le fáil ar líne ag: https://smartlotto.ie/clg-thuar-mhic-eadaigh/.
Congratulations to the Tuar Mhic Eadaigh County Minor Division 3 Champions who were victors over Ballinrobe by just one point, Tour Mhic Eadaigh 3-7 Ballinrobe 3-6.
Commiserations to the U16s who lost to Davitt’s, 3-11 to 3-8 for Tuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Pilates with Ailís will run from Wednesday, October 23, to November 27. Participants are asked to pay €60 for the 6 week block by cash or Revolut on the first night. There is limited availibity and persons book now by emailing eolas@tourmakeady or calling 094 9544295.
2025 Calendar
Féilire 2025/2025 Calendar: Seol do ghrianghraf do Féilire 2025 chuig opt.cdst@gmail.com roimh 1ú Samhain 2024. Would you like to see your photo in the 2025 Gaeilge Dhúiche Sheoigheach agus Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Calendar? Twelve pictures will be chosen for the 2025 calendar. Send your photo with your name, address and phone number to apt.cdst@gmail.com or by post to Oifigeach Pleanála Teanga, CDS Teo, Corr na Móna, Co. na Gaillimhe, F12 PT02. Forward you photo to opt.cdst@gmail.com before November 1.
The Community Foundation Ireland Biodiversity Fund is now open for applications. There are two strands to this year’s grant round: community groups are invited to apply for a grant to engage an ecologist and develop a Community Biodiversity Action Plan (CBAP) for their local area. Residents Development Associations and Tidy Towns Groups who have a Community Biodiversity Action Plan can apply for funding to implement recommendations contained in it.
The grant round closes on Friday, October 25, at 4pm.
More details, including an application guide and frequently asked questions, can be found on:
https://www.communityfoundation.ie/apply-for-funding/.
Congrats to Maryann and Jamsey Heneghan who were recent winners in the Tuar Mhic Eadaigh weekly fundraising draw with number 47 on September 28, and to Michelle and Micheal Lally on Saturday night week last, October 5, with number 35. Many thanks for everyone's continued support.
The Waterfall committee are asking families, groups, committee's, and community organisations for photos - wedding/graduation etc., articles, advertisements, and reports about the past year, for this year's Waterfall Magazine. As it is a parish magazine the committee would welcome any material from Partry and Tourmakeady. Please submit before October 20, to waterfalltme@gmail.com.
The winter season of Irish classes commenced in Halla Tuar Mhic Eadaigh on last Wednesday, October 9. On Wednesdays, at 10am there will be a morning session for complete beginners. For more experienced speakers there is a Seisiún Comhrá from 11 to 12pm (midday). Interested persons can register at www.gailgedstme.ie/ranganna or contact Stiofán at 087 23970227 /opt.cdst@gmail.com.
Killawalla folk are looking forward to seeing all you spooky dancers on Friday, October 25, at 7pm for the annual disco. The modest fees are €5 per child with a maximum of €15.
Move it or lose it gentle exercise classes in Killawalla Community Centre on Wednesday evenings at 7.30pm and an optional cuppa and chat afterwards for anyone looking for a way to pass a dark evening. Come along at 7.30pm or contact Louise 086 6034601 for info.
St Vincent de Paul Church Gate Collection will be taken place in Killawalla on Sunday, October 27. A generous contribution to this most worthy cause is urged.
Monday nights Bingo commences at 8.30; Wednesday evenings Ukulele and Guitar lessons for Partry Music Group (groups are all full at the moment); Wednesday nights Yoga with Candice, from 7.30pm to 9pm; Thursday mornings Yoga with Candice 9.30am -10.30am; Thursday evenings Junior Irish dancing with Catherine Coleman School of Irish Dancing. Additionally, the new Remote Working Hub is up and running. Bookings can be made through Connected Hubs. Visit https:// www.connectedhubs.ie/hubs/profile/5001 for more information and to reserve a place. Contact a member of Partry Community Council for further information on any of these events.
Congrats to Partry Athletic players Laoise Heneghan and Ruth Donnelly on being selected for the Mayo U12 squad. This is well deserved for two talented players that always give their best and have worked hard, showing great enthusiasm, skill and dedication over the past few years.
The girls had a great season with Partry Athletic U12s, winning the league and through to the cup final. Congratulations also to the U14 boys who clinched the Mayo Schoolboys/Girls and Youths AFL U14 Division 2 title recently.
Under the 2024 Clár Measure 1 for Mayo, Grants were provided through the Department of Rural and Community Development by Minister Heather Humphreys for the projects which provide support for the development of community and sports facilities, youth clubs, playgrounds, sensory gardens, walking tracks, etc. Congrats to Partry Athletic AFC who received €10, 350 in the recent Clár Funding allocation.
Congratulations to Michael and Emer Morrin and Kate Walsh who were recent winners of Partry FC weekly Wednesday draws.
The funds raised go towards running the club during the year.
https://partryafc.weebly.com/lotto.html.
The Hawthorn Skincare Autumn customer event is taking place on Saturday, October 19 from 12 noon to 6pm in the Hawthorn Skincare Studio, Partry. Tickets are limited, so be sure to register online at www.hawthornhandmadeskincare.com to secure your spot.
Congrats to Mary Staunton and Thomas Hession, (Partry), Michael Walsh, Kilkeeran, and Colin Staunton, Portroyal all of whom were recent winners in the Partry Residents number lotto on Saturday night bonus number draws.
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The death occurred last week of Mary Kennedy (nee Maughan) Dernacross, Breaffy, and late of Rathglass East, Killala Road, Ballina. Mary passed away on October 7, peacefully at her residence. Predeceased by her husband Paddy, her son Patrick, parents Michael and Ellen and brothers Mick, Martin and John, Mary is deeply regretted by her loving sons Oliver and Shane, daughter-in-law Sandra, brother James (Killala Road, Ballina), sister Evelyn (Devenney, Ballina), grandchildren Robyn, Cillian and Katlyn, sister-in-law Nellie (Reddington, Breaffy), nephews, niece, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere condolences are tendered. Mary remains reposed at Coady’s Funeral Home, Castlebar, on Wednesday, September 9, from 5.30pm with removal at 7pm to St. Aloysius Church, Breaffy. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Thursday at 12 noon followed by burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
HIB 24’ will go ahead on the following dates; Friday, October 25, Full Horror 7pm to 8.45pm; on Saturday, October 26, 6 to 8.45pm - Full Horror show. On Sunday, October 27, from 5 to 7pm children U12 accompanied by an adult, and from 7pm - 8.45pm Full Horror. The ticket price remains at €20 + a booking fee through Eventbrite. All proceeds are allocated to worthy local charities.
Breaffy GAA lotto stands at €25,200 for tonight’s draw on October 15. The numbers drawn last week on October 8 were, 2, 3, 19 and bonus number 5. There was no jackpot winner and there was no match 3 winners. Congrats to the lucky dip winners. The club have extended sincere thanks to all who support the weekly draws. Play online: https://www.lottoraiser.ie/BreaffyGAA/.
http://www.breaffygaa.ie/breaffy-gaa-lotto/.
Connacht GAA is now taking applications for student bursaries for the 2024/2025 academic year, all details in the link below https://connachtgaa.ie/.../upcoming-coach-education.../... The deadline is October 18.
Congrats to Edwin McGreal whose book ‘Our Finest Hour’ was launched as part of the Wild Atlantic Words Literary Festival.
The book is on sale in bookshops throughout Mayo this week and is also available online via https://www.mayobooks.ie/Our-Finest-Hour-Edwin-McGreal... where it can be shipped anywhere in the world.
Belcarra Community Council’s lotto draw featured an attractive jackpot of €8,600 on October 6. The numbers drawn were 5, 7, 16 and 17. The lucky dip winners of €30 each were Jimmy Connor, Kenny Jordan, Zelda Corrigan and John and Ava Cunningham. The jackpot stood at €8,700 on Sunday, October 13. Thanks as always for your support. Tickets are on sale in Cunningham’s Costcutter, Cuffe Car Sales, Nestors and Flukies.
Belcarra Community Council has encouraged the local community and all road users to ‘Do the bright thing - Be Safe, Be Seen.’ As both morning and evenings get darker it is very difficult to see pedestrians and cyclists if they are not wearing high visibility clothing. If you are walking or cycling at any time of the day or night we encourage you the wear a high viz vest, use the footpaths where possible and always be aware of traffic.
Likewise motorists are encouraged to reduce speed on the roads and to always be vigilant for pedestrians and cyclists.There is great information on Road Safety Authority website www.rsa.ie for all road users, so please take a look.
The Christian Community have welcomed Kanan Edward Assenally, Elmhall, Belcarra who was baptised recently in St Anne’s Church, Belcarra. Congratulations to his parents and family.
Mayo Yoga sessions with aromatherapy takes place on Thursdays at 7pm and 8.15pm having commenced on October 10 in Ballyheane Community Centre. Booking information available at 087 2831400.
The comfortable confines of Ballyheane Centre are the venue for enjoyable bingo sessions on Wednesday nights each week at 9pm. There are generous prizes and refreshments are served.
The Over 55s Active Age Group meets in Ballyheane Centre on Tuesdays from 11am to 1pm. New members are welcome to join and participate in the wide range of activities and outings that occur. Details are available from Pat at 087 7412516.
Kieran Kelly commenced dance classes on Mondays in Ballyheane Centre. Solo dancer are welcome and refreshments will be served. The fees are €15 per class. Call 087 7414968 for more details.
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Minister Alan Dillon officially opened Errew Community Centre on Friday, October 4, accompanied by Senator Lisa Chambers, Castlebar County Councillors and a large community gathering. Errew Community Committee extends their thanks and appreciation to everyone who attended and supported this very special event.
The former old Errew Girls’ NS has been converted into a modern small community centre. All enquiries for use contact errewcc@gmail.com.
Sincere thanks is extended to Errew community for generously supporting the first ever fundraiser in the newly refurbished Errew Community Centre. Catherine Hoban and Bernie Thomas extend their appreciation to everyone who attended their successful ‘Coffee for Hospice’ event. €1,175 was raised for our hugely valued local Hospice facility.
The results for Friday, October 4, were as follows 1st Derek Quinn and Tom Fahy, 2nd Joe and Shane Thomas 3rd Bridie McDermott and Michael Giblin, Last 10 Cathal Hennelly and Breege Blake. Game continues every Friday night.
On Sunday, October 27, the Clogher Environmental Group are organising a Halloween Tractor Run to start and finish at the community centre F12EK24. The entry fee is €20. Registration starts at 4pm and the run starts at 5pm. Afterwards there will be a mini tractor run for children and a free Halloween movie in the hall. There is a prize for the best decorated tractor so gather up your broomsticks, witches hats and Halloween lights as it will be a fun event. For further details contact Alan at 087 9032809.
Under the 2024 Clár Measure 1 for Mayo, grants were provided through the Department of Rural and Community Development by Minister Heather Humphreys for the projects which provide support for the development of community and sports facilities, youth clubs, playgrounds, sensory gardens, walking tracks, etc. Congrats to Clogher Heritage who received €19,699 in the Clár Funding allocation.
Errew ‘Pay as you Go’ Breakfast Club and After School facility welcomes children from the surrounding area - 7.30-9.10am and 2-5.30pm. It is a drop-in child care service with no weekly or monthly set fees.
Contact Ríona Lawless on 087 9005099 for more information.
A beginner Yoga 6 week series of yoga classes has commenced in Errew Community Centre. The yoga classes are held in Errew Community Centre every Monday and Tuesday 7pm -7.45p. If you are interested in joining the next block of 6 week classes please contact Lorraine on 0876835623 or lorrainelavelleyoga@gmail.com.
On a recent Sunday evening, Ballintubber GAA club organised an evening with Fr Ulick Bourke who is currently on vacation from Tenafly, New Jersey. Born in Newtown in 1936 Fr Ulick took the audience on a trip down memory lane as he recounted days walking to Clogher primary school, his school pals, collecting pennies for the African babies, his footballing days with Ballintubber Club. He spoke also of the different places where he served including Liberia where he ministered not only to the spiritual needs of the people but quite often he helped the people in practical ways with food, medicine and clothing. Back in the USA Fr Ulick served many ministries including Provincial Superior of the order in the US. Now retired he remains a Mayo Man to his finger tips and often enjoys a trip home to Newtown. He is wished well in all that he does into the future.
Clogher Environmental Group is holding an Anti-Litter Poster Contest. Entries will close on October 25. Email your A4 poster to clogherenvigroup@gmail.com or post to Clogher Community Centre along with your name and age.
