Local Notes: Bridie Ronayne Memorial Trophy presented at Swinford Golf Club.
Carmel Timoney being presented with the Bridie Ronayne Memorial Trophy by members of the Ronayne family as overall winner of the Bridie Ronayne Memorial Tournament held in Swinford Golf Club.
After a week of play and a fantastic turnout, the presentation of the Bridie Ronayne Memorial Trophy took place on Saturday, June 13, in the clubhouse. The 2026 winner was Carmel Timoney. John McCarrick won the gents section. The competition raised €1001 for the chosen charity - The Butterfly Garden Swinford. Well done to all the winners, competitors and to everyone who donated generously. Thank you to sponsors Hanley Fitzgerald Auctioneers, M&S Carpets, McNeela Windows Swinford, Sheepwalk Bar Swinford, Moy Oil, Williams and Walsh Agri Ltd, Simon Ronayne Heating and Plumbing.
Ladies’ 1st Carmel Timoney, 2nd Mary Horkan, 3rd Emer Mullins, 4th Jackie Doherty, 5th Dympna O'Donnell, 6th Helen McNicholas, 7th Hilary McCrohan.
Gents’ 1st John McCarrick, 2nd Daniel Irwin, 3rd Liam Healy, 4th Trevor McDonnell, 5th Vincent Murtagh, 6th Danny Jones, 7th Philip Irwin, 8th Shane Lacey.
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Battle of The Bands event in support of Lovefest 2026 at Siamsa Sraide Street and Arts Festival Swinford will take place in The Whitehouse on July 11. To participate contact Michael on 087 9064865.
Congratulations to Aislin O’Hara who won €550 in the Swinford GAA 50/50 draw.
Swinford Golf Club are running a raffle to coincide with Captain's Day. If you are interested in buying a ticket, contact Margaret Sweeney, John Sheahan or Mona Curry. Tickets are €10 and limited to 200.1st prize is a Thermomix T6, 2nd prize an Airfryer and 3rd prize a Slow Cooker.
Results of Swinford Community Lotto draw held on June 15, had the numbers 7, 10, 22 and 24 drawn. There was no jackpot winner. €70 vouchers were won by Amy Brett, Midfield and Anthony Spain, Swinford; €35 was won by Johanna McNicholas, Barnacogue. The jackpot is now €6,000.
Horticulturist Dennis O'Hara will give a talk on Summer in the Garden on Tuesday, June 23, at 8pm in the Meeting Room on Lower Main St. He will be happy to answer any gardening questions after the talk. Dennis will also have flowers, plants etc available for sale. Everyone is welcome to attend. Non-members €5.
Rosary on the Reek will take place on Saturday, June 27. Gather at the Grotto in the car park at 9.45am to begin the climb at 10am. Rosary and Mass at the summit at 12 noon. For information contact Fina 096 45374 / 087 681 6821.
The Siamsa Sraide committee looks forward to welcoming everyone to the 2nd Siamsa Sraide Street and Arts Festival Vintage Run on Sunday, August 2. Registration from 1pm at the Main Stage on Main Street, run will commence at 2pm starting and finishing on Main Street. Further information or bookings contact Brendan Cassidy 087 742 0617 or James Ruane 087 091771. All proceeds raised on the day will go to Western Care Association and Northwest Stop. Raffle and music on the day, with a whole host of family events to follow in Swinford Cultural Centre with balloon modelling, Disney characters and The Circus Show with Fred and Leo.
General Humbert will invade Swinford on July 30, as part of Siamsa Sraide Street and Arts Festival 2026. He makes his return to Swinford for a very special ceremonial event to honour the sacrifice of the French. Further information from Brendan on 087 7420617 or Moira on 087 2038407.
The countdown is on to the kick-off of the Swinford Siamsa Sraide Street and Arts Festival which returns from July 30 to August 5 bringing with it seven days of music, art, cultural, historical and family events. Chele Crawley and Martina Wintour will be launching their best-selling books on Thursday, July 30, at 10.30am in The Novel Bean. This event will be the start of an action-packed programme for the 2026 Festival.
The Mayo GAA Club Development Draw 2026 is now underway. This draw plays a huge role in supporting GAA club’s and helps generate funding for facilities, equipment, training and much more. Entry available on www.mayogaa.com/clubdraw26/. Make sure to select Swinford GAA when purchasing online.
To infinity and beyond. Join Sandra and Jiving Juniors for a fun-filled Toy Story themed workshop packed with games, music, dancing and lots of laughter on Saturday, July 4, from 1-3pm in Bohola Community Centre. It is suitable for ages 3–8 years. Toy Story themed games, dancing and music, fun activities, meet new friends, suitable for boys and girls. €15 for one child, €25 for two siblings. Places are limited and booking is essential. Book your place on https://jivingjuniors-sandradance.classforkids.io/.
Congratulations to Swinford AC athletes who qualified for the All-Ireland Track and Field Outdoor Championships.
U14 girls, high jump Alisha Broderick 4th; U15 girls triple jump Jane Heaney 1st; long jump Jane Heaney 4th; Javelin Emma Nolan 1st; Holly Gallagher 3rd; Hammer - Emma Nolan 1st; Áine Lavin 2nd, Holly Gallagher 3rd, Aoibhin McNicholas 4th; shot putt - Emma Nolan 1st, Áine Lavin 2nd, Aoibhin McNicholas 4th; 250m Hurdles - Jane Heaney 1st. U15 boys triple jump - Cormac Fearon 2nd; U16 girls 800m Sarah Groarke 3rd; hammer - Rachel McNicholas 1st (championship record); shot putt Rachel McNicholas 1st; 800m Darragh O’Brien 1st; U16 boys 1500m Rory Gruddy 1st; 3000m Rory Gruddy 1st; U17 girls 3000m Faye Gallagher 1st (championship record). U17 boys 100m Patrick Cuddy 1st; 200m Patrick Cuddy 1st; Long Jump Patrick Cuddy 1st; U18 boys discus Cathal McNicholas 1st; shot putt Cathal McNicholas 1st; U19 girls shot putt Caoimhe Hughes 1st.
Well done also to Holly Ginty, Chloe O’Connor, Ella Ginty and Evan Hughes who put in great performances in highly competitive fields on the day. The club is very proud of you all.
Kilmovee Swimming Pool were delighted to have their 'Paint our Pool' project selected to receive paint in this year’s 'Dulux Lets Colour' programme. Dulux loved the story of Kilmovee Pool, its history and strong community spirit and wanted to help see the vision to regenerate the pool come to life. This community spirit was strongly evident on the recent paint/clean-up days. A massive thank you to the fantastic pool volunteers who rolled up their sleeves and made the swimming pool shine with a fresh new look. The committee are so proud of what the community has achieved. Kilmovee Pool is now open to the public. Come see the amazing transformation. Please visit Kilmovee Swimming Pool Facebook page for further details.
Sympathy is extended to the families and friends of Mary Brennan, Beech Park, Swinford and formerly of Cashelbarnagh; Thomas Gallagher, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and formerly of Market Street, Swinford (brother of Annie Kneafsey, Sweetwell, Lena Bourke, Ballina, Christina Feeley, Dublin, the late Sean Gallagher, Park Rd, the late Peggy Rothwell, Oak Drive, and the late May Doherty, Letterkenny); Kathleen Gallagher, Cullane, Swinford; Pat Murphy, Chicago and formerly of Ballintemple Meelick (brother of the late Annie McNicholas, Collagh and Teresa Heneghan, Sancta Maria). May they rest in peace.
Congratulations to Fionnuala Dunleavy who won €550 in the May 50/50 Killasser Community Centre 50/50 draw with Ann Taylor, Mary Goldrick and Eoghan O’Connell winning €20 spot prize each. The June draw takes place on Sunday, July 5.
Don’t forget, registration for the Castlebar International Four Days Walks ends on June 28. The festival, Ireland’s oldest and most celebrated walking festival (established in 1967), runs from July 2 to 5. There are a number of different walking options and distances, and the routes over the years have often included the wider Turlough areas. Every best wish to the organisers! Visit www.castlebar4dayswalks.com for more details.
Join the Turlough Poetry Collective for a special afternoon of poetry readings and music with piper Diarmaid Moynihan, from 2pm to 3pm on Saturday, July 4, at the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park, Castlebar. Seven poets from across the west of Ireland will read on the day - celebrating creativity and bringing the written word to life. This is a free event but booking is required. Visit museum.ie for booking details or telephone 094 90 31751
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Mass will be celebrated in St Joseph’s Cemetery, Bohola, on Saturday, August 1, at 6pm.
Looking for the perfect venue for your child's birthday party? Sheridan Memorial Community Centre, Bohola has everything you need for a fun-filled celebration! Facilities on offer include a large hall for games and activities; a small meeting room for food and party guests; kitchen facilities available; astro pitch for football and outdoor fun; bring your own food; plenty of free parking; and party entertainment available at an additional cost including dance, games, The Cube, Disney theme and more.
Whether you're planning a sports party, disco, or family celebration, Sheridan Memorial Community Centre have flexible spaces to suit your needs. Contact on Facebook or email sheridanmccbohola@gmail.com for further details.
Bohola Cemetery Committee seeks new members. If you are willing to volunteer, contact John O’Brien, TJ Byrne or Peter Gallagher.
The death occurred of Jimmy Lavin, Kilmovee, who died on Saturday, June 6, and whose funeral took place in Kilmovee on Wednesday, June 10. He was uncle of Anne Mulroy, Ardacarra. Sincere sympathy is extended to the bereaved.
Congratulations to Dymphna McHale who won a jackpot of €649 in the Moy Davitts 50/50 draw on Saturday, June 13. The committee extends thanks to everyone who supported the draw, it is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available in the usual retail outlets and by playing on the club app (Moy Davitts GAA).
