Local Notes: Clogher 500 club present cheque to family of Kieran McDonagh.
Breege Blake and Finian Bourke on behalf of the Clogher 500 Club present the cheque for €500 to the family of Kieran McDonagh - Cian, Sarah and Aidan.
The death occurred last week of Marie Hession McMunn, Renmore, Galway and late of Ballinaglee, Ballyglass, Claremorris, Co. Mayo. Marie passed away on September 15 and her passing is a great loss to the Hession and McMunn families and many relatives, friends and neighbours. Marie is fondly remembered in her home community as a lovely warm kind person. She endeared herself to all privileged to have known her during her lifetime.
Predeceased by her husband George, her parents Jack and Kitty, her brother Mickey, her nephew Seamus and her sister-in-law Mary, Marie is deeply regretted by her sister Josephine Trench and her husband Richard, her brother Jimmy and her sister-in-law Bridie, her niece Maria, Robert and family, her nieces Patricia, Caroline, Keelin and Niamh, her nephews Richard, James, Bernard, Conor, Eoin, Ciarán, Darragh and Cian, her step-daughter Deirdre and her daughter Ciara, her grandnieces and grandnephews to whom sincere sympathy is offered.
Marie’s remains reposed at Aras Naofa, Renmore on Thursday, September 18, from 5 to 6.30pm with removal afterwards to Carnacon Church. Marie’s Funeral Mass was celebrated on last Friday at 1pm followed by burial in Burriscarra Cemetery. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
Ballintubber GAA lotto jackpot stood at €11,900 on Sunday night, September 14. The numbers drawn were 1, 3, 21 and 33. There was no jackpot winner. Consolation prizes went to Tommy McGreal, Peter Rowan, David McHale, Michael and Marie Cannon, Pat Mulroe and Kevin Joyce. The jackpot stood at €12,000 on last Sunday night, September 21.
Congratulations to Ballintubber GAA Club who recently received the GAA Silver Healthy Club Award. Thanks have been extended to all who assisted in achieving the prestigious award.
Ballintubber Family Fun Run (5k - walk-jog-run) will take place on September 28, at 10am. There will be prizes 1st male and 1st female. Registration from 9am and the entry fees are €10 each per adult and €30 per family. Proceeds are in aid of Ballintubber Community Council.
The LCCA September meeting will be held tonight, September 23, in Carnacon Community Centre at 8pm. There will be a presentation by Dr. Elaine McGoff on water quality and nitrates and also on her research on Lough Carra and updates on the Lough Carra Life Project.
Sincere thanks has been extended to everyone who attended the recent Lough Carra Bioblitz at Moore Hall as part of National Heritage Week with the brilliant support of Brian Hughes and Grace Kilbane from the National Parks and Wildlife Service, Biodiversity Officer Shelia Murphy, Robert Coyne from Mayo County Council and support from local experts Breda Hughes, Amber Jay, Michael Kingdon and Celia Graebner.
Over 200 people were welcomed (actually due to big numbers – the count was lost!) to the grounds of Moore Hall on the shores of Lough Carra. Together over 720 individual records of over 200 species were recorded across the day.
A special thanks to the fantastic new Lough Carra Ambassadors who helped run the event, and brought a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the day, and a very a special thanks to The Heritage Council for supporting the Our Lake, Our Heritage project.
The death has taken place of Annie Mary Gorman, Weatherfort, Clogher, Claremorris, Co Mayo. Annie Mary passed away peacefully in the loving care of the staff at Cuan Chaitriona Nursing Home, Castlebar, surrounded by caring relatives. Predeceased by her parents Annie and Joe she is deeply regretted by her cousins, relatives, friends and neighbours to whom sincere sympathy is extended.
Her remains reposed at Ballyglass Community Centre on Thursday evening from 5pm with removal at 7pm to the Church of Our Lady Queen of Peace and St. Gerald, Mayo Abbey. Requiem Mass for Annie Mary took place on last Friday at 11am with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.
There was no winner of the lotto jackpot when the draw was held on Monday, September 15. The numbers drawn from the drum were 4, 8, 18 and 24. Joe Sheridan matched 3 numbers. Consolation prize winners were James Loftus, TC Connolly, Byrne family and John McGreal. The weekend draw stood at €14,200.
The winners of card games in Ballyglass Community Centre on Monday, September 15, were: 1st Mary Morrin and Jimmy Sheridan; 2nd Michael Loftus and Liam Davoren; 3rd Seamus Hughes and Seán Reilly; Best of Last 10 were Gus Sweeney and Francie Conway; Patricia Jennings and Margaret Mannion; Raffle winners were Peter Glynn and Tomas Solan.
Ballyglass Community Childcare Centre has a position available for a full-time chef. If you are interested in applying for this role in the busy and vibrant service, email ballyglasschildcarevacancies@gmail.com for further information or check their social media pages for details. They are also hiring Educators, Fetac Level 5 – 8. Benefits include pay above ERO level, Employee Assistance Programme, CPD support, time in lieu for staff training/meetings, Christmas bonus, uniform, staff events and employee discount scheme. The hourly rate is €16.53 (level 5/6), €19.70 (level 7/8).
Ballyglass Childcare Service will hold its AGM on Wednesday, October 15, at 7pm. All parents are warmly invited to attend this important meeting to meet the team and other families in the community. As the service is community based, your input is vital. The childcare service ask that one parent attend from each household using the service. There will be refreshments served on the night.
Ballyglass Foróige is currently recruiting new leaders. If you can spare a couple of hours on a Friday evening and enjoy working with young people, contact Sheila on 087 6704916.
The next market in Ballyglass Centre will take place on October 25. This is the gala Halloween market and a packed attendance is assured.
A coffee morning for Mayo/Roscommon Hospice will be held on Thursday, September 25, at the home of Sean and Breege Heneghan from 9.30am onwards. Please drop in for a cuppa and craic as funds are raised for this worthy cause.
Down Syndrome Ireland church cate collection extend thanks to all who supported the recent collection. €839.07 was raised in Carnacon, Killawalla and Ballintubber Abbey.
The annual rosary in the graveyards ceremonies will take place on November 1, in Killawalla at 11am, Ballintubber at 12 noon and Burriscarra at 1pm.
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The death occurred recently of Noreen Gavin (Nora P) née Maher, Cloughanover, Headford Co. Galway. The deceased was formerly from Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo. She died on September 11, and her passing is an occasion of great sorrow to her family and many friends.
In her 97th year she passed away in the love and care of her daughter Dolores and family. Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Tommie and her infant son John, she will be deeply regretted by her family, Ann English, Adrian, Dolores Doyle, Joe, Paul, Tomás and Diarmuid, sons-in-law Brian English and John Doyle, daughters-in-law Mary, Martina, Trish, Helen and Deirdre, 23 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, brother Tony and his wife Margaret (Ennis), her sisters Crissie Pringle (USA) and Grace Cock, and her husband Jim (UK), nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere sympathy is tendered.
Noreen’s remains reposed at Carey’s Funeral Home, Claran Road, Headford on Saturday, September 13, from 5 until 7pm. The removal from her home on the Sunday morning arrived at St. Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady for Requiem Mass at 11.30am. Burial ceremonies took place afterwards in Guesdian Cemetery, Ballinafad. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
Ar mhaith leat do ghrianghraf a fheiceáil i bhFéilire 2026 Ghaeilge Dhúiche Sheoigheach agus Thuar Mhic Éadaigh? Would you like to see your photo in the 2026 Gaeilge Dhúiche Sheoigheach agus Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Calendar? Send your photo with your name, address and phone number to opt.cdst@gmail.com or by post. 12 photos will be selected for the calendar.
“A Harvest Table” is the theme for this month’s get-together in the Mons Horan Centre in Partry at 7.30pm on this Thursday, September 25 (Over 18s). Ladies are urged to bring a dish of something they are well known for: maybe brown bread, a Guinness Stew, or a favourite jam. The group would love to have an event, sharing food and recipes. If cooking and baking isn’t your thing, come along anyway and bring a friend who hasn’t been to the group’s unique events yet. It promises to be an entertaining and happy occasion.
Bhi an Club Cniotáil ar ais an Luan seo chugainn 14/9/2025 san Halla ag 7.30i.n. The Knitting Club is back in Halla after summer break since last Monday, September 14. The group meet on Monday evenings at 7.30pm. New members are most welcome and further details are available from 087 7657191.
The weekend lotto jackpot on last Saturday, September 20, stood at €19,000. 1, 10, 11 and 12 were the numbers drawn at the previous draw and there was no jackpot winner.
Congrats to Michael and Evelyn Lang, Carheen on winning €200 in the recent Mayo GAA Club Development draw.
The 38th annual edition of Waterfall Magazine will be published again this backend. The editorial committee would welcome contributions on community matters, history, photographs and articles of interest. All contributions should be emailed to waterfalltme@gmail.com. Outstanding payments would also be welcomed as soon as possible.
Tá Ranganna Gaeilge ag tosü ar an Cêadaoin 24 de Meãn Fōmhair. Irish classes will be starting tomorrow on Wednesday, September 24, in Halla Tuar Mhic Eadaigh. F12C6F2. Beginners are from 10am to 11and Intermediate from 11am to 12 noon. All are welcome to the informal sessions.
Sincere sympathy is extended to Nancy Heneghan, Shangorth, Srah on the recent passing of her sister, Eileen Heneghan, in Chicago, Illinois. In her mid-eighties Eileen was a frequent visitor to her home sod down the decades. May she rest in peace.
The annual tea evening in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice will take place in Tourmakeady hall on Friday, October 10, from 7 to 9pm. The event is being organised by the local branch and strong support is urged for the worthy cause.
Sincere sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of the late Bridie Meeneghan, Renmore, Galway and formerly of Gortfree and Carheen, Tourmakeady. She was predeceased by her husband Tom Meeneghan and the couple were employees of Gaeltarra in Tourmakeady. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
3, 10, 13 and 24 were the numbers drawn in the most recent Killawalla Community Council draw. There was no jackpot winner and consolation prizes went to Claire Malone, Mairead Lavelle and Theo Conway. The most recent draw took place in the community centre on Sunday night, September 21.
A poultry sale takes place on the 2nd Sunday of the month at Pakie McEvilly’s Pub in Killawalla. The event runs from 9am to 12 noon. Contact Joe on 086 1520460 or Johnny on 087 2233245 for details.
Congrats to Richie and Laoise Heneghan, Partry and Michael John Casey, Carheen, who were recent winners of the popular weekly draw. The annual fee for membership of the weekly draw, €120 is now due. Patrons can pay through, cheque, bank transfer, or the Club’s Playpal link.
Congrats to Mary O’Malley, Kilfaul, and Kathleen Wickham, Tooreen, who were recent winners on their lucky number 16. The latest draw was on Saturday night last, September 20. Tickets are on sale from Jim O’Neill on 087 2860565.
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The death took place last week of Margaret (Peggy) Ryder nee O’Neill, Breaffy, Castlebar and formerly of Ballycastle, Co Mayo and Aughloragh, Tuam, Co Galway. Peggy passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter Stephanie Heneghan, Breaffy, Castlebar.
Pre deceased by her husband Joe, sons John and Thomas, brother Tom and sisters Mary, Sally and Chrissie, she is deeply regretted by her loving family Caroline Gordon, Breaffy, (Sean), Margaret Given, Strandhill, Sligo (James), Declan, Clogher, Claremorris, (Laura), Stephanie Heneghan (Breaffy), Michael, grandchildren Niamh, Catherine, Jane, Ellen, James, David, Niall and Sarah, brother-in-law Michael, sister-in-law Theresa, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere sympathy is tendered.
Peggy remains reposed at Coady’s Funeral Home, Castlebar on last Tuesday evening from 5.30 until 7pm. The removal of her remains from the home of her daughter Stephanie Heneghan in Breaffy took place on Wednesday morning at 10.30 to The Cathedral of the Assumption, Tuam, for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Funeral ceremonies took place afterwards to Cortoon Cemetery. Dia dean trócaire ar a nAinm.
Breaffy GAA Lotto results for Tuesday, September 16, had the numbers 22, 29, 30 and bonus number 4 drawn and there was no jackpot winner and no match 3 winners. The jackpot stands at €17,200 on this Tuesday, September 23.
David Cunningham in concert with Mayo Concert Orchestra and Vocalessence Ladies Choir directed by Kathy Fahey will take place on Friday, October 17, at 8pm in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar.
The weekend September 14 jackpot stood at €3,000. The numbers drawn were 1, 7, 11 and 22. Consolation prizes went to Austin Foley, Quinn Family, Mary FitzGerald and Adrian Ward. The weekend jackpot stood at €3,100.
There will be a Bewleys Coffee Morning for Hospice in Belcarra Community Centre on next Thursday, September 25, from 10am onwards. Proceeds are for a very worthy cause, the local Hospice and homecare services.
Sr Mary O'Malley who does tremendous work in Kenya has given an account of all the splendid work that she and the Missionaries carry out, caring for the ill and the people most in need. If persons would like to give financial help on a once off or ongoing basis contact Sr Mary by email: mary@momalley.or.ke.
The Juveniles – 60x30 Court and Mixed Doubles showdown will take place on Sunday, November 2. These Belcarra Handball Championships for the Corley Cup will provide top class competition.
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The death took place last week of John Keaney, Curryeallaun, Manulla, Castlebar, Co mayo. John passed away suddenly but peacefully on September 12, in the wonderful care of the staff in Mayo University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents William and Bridie, John is deeply regretted by his heartbroken family, his loving wife Katie, daughter Chanel, son Jonathan, brother Tom, sisters Margie and Mary, brothers-in-law Kieran, Stephen and Eddie, mother-in-law Irene, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and wide circle of friends to whom sincere condolences are extended.
John remains reposed in Belcarra Community Centre on the Sunday evening, September 14, from 4.30pm with removal at 7pm to St. Anne’s Church, Belcarra. Requiem Mass for John took place on last Monday at 12 noon with burial ceremonies taking place afterwards in Balla Cemetery. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.
Balla GAA lotto draw was held on the Thursday, September 11, in Flukies for a jackpot of €5,900. 3, 4, 14 and15 were the numbers drawn and there was no jackpot winner. The €30 consolation prize winners were Philip Gormley (Cash Sale), Gerry Costello (Online) and Joseph Lloyd (Online). The latest draw was on Thursday last September 18th in The Railway Tavern when the jackpot stood at €6,000.
A retirement party for Dr James Broderick will take place in Balla Community Centre on Friday, October 17, at 7pm. All are cordially invited.
Looking for a calm, safe space for your child? Balla Community Centre offers a state-of-the-art Sensory Room designed for children and adults with additional needs, autism, ADHD, or sensory challenges. This is a supportive environment for relaxation and therapy. If you would like to find out more drop an email to info@balla.ie or call on 094 9365846 / 087 1850860.
The SEAI Home Energy Grant drop in clinic will take place every fortnight on Tuesdays starting on October 7 until November 18. Phone 086 3625057 for further details.
Balla Active Age Group has resumed activities after the summer break on Fridays at 3pm in Balla Community Centre.
Peter Tonra and @jprlly will be doing the inconceivable on October 10 as they abseil off Croke Park. This is in collaboration with Mayo Cancer Support, who has initiated the “Brave the Drop” challenge. Not only is this a testament to the cause itself, but also a credit to the mentality and dedication of the lads. The donation link is: https://eventmaster.ie/.../Balla_Belcarra_Brave_the_Drop...
As the days shorten and darkness falls early, safety and peace of mind become more important than ever. A personal monitored alarm provides reassurance that help is only a button press away — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Immediate assistance is available in case of emergency. Peace of mind for you and your loved ones - simple and discreet to use. Apply today and enjoy the comfort of knowing you’re never alone. info@balla.ie 094 9365846 or 087-1850860.
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Errew Coffee Morning fundraiser for hospice will take place on Thursday, September 25 from 11am to 2pm in Errew Community Centre. All the community are urged to come together for a cuppa, some sweetness and a nice chat. We are so lucky to have such a wonderful Hospice facility on our doorstep in Castlebar. Vital funds are needed for the palliative care services in Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation. Thanks have been extended to Catherine Hoban and Bernie Thomas for hosting this event.
Tickets are available on an ongoing basis for The Clogher 500 Club. If you would like to have a chance to win €500 and also to support the Clogher Community it cost just €60 for one year (12 draws). Details are on the following link https://clogherenvironmentalgroup.clubforce.com/products/membership or tickets can be purchased from any committee member. The next draw will be on Sunday, September 28.
There will be a coffee morning in aid of the Mayo Roscommon Hospice in the Community Centre on this Thursday, September 25 from 1-3pm. Please support this very worthy cause and enjoy tea, coffee and cake with your neighbours and friends.
Results of the card game on Friday, September 12, were 1st Margaret Mannion and Majella Corbett, 2nd Gus Sweeney and Eileen Donnelly, Last 10 Mary McDonagh and Breege Blake. Game continues every Friday night at 9pm. 25 is a very enjoyable way to spend a winter’s night so everyone is very welcome.
The AGM of Clogher Environmental Group LTD will take place on Thursday, September 25, at 8pm in Clogher Community Centre. Everyone in the community is invited to attend and take part.
Clogher Environmental Group LTD, Community Employment Programme have a vacancy for an environmental worker. This is a developmental opportunity, with no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. Duties will include assisting in the maintenance of green areas, tend to flowerbeds, landscaping and gardening duties. This role also requires grass cutting, strimming and other horticultural work. Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years of age or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more, or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Eligibility will need to be verified by the Department. To register your interest; contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local INTREO Centre.
Errew NS Breakfast and Afterschool Club have welcomed new and existing pupils back to school. Located in Errew Community Centre directly opposite Errew NS this friendly facility is just a few short, safe steps away from the National School with no need for a bus. Contact Ríona on 087 9005099 for more details or visit the Errew NS website, errewns.com. The opening hours are- Breakfast Club 07.30-09.10 and After School Club 14.00-17.30.
Clogher Heritage Complex is open to the public five days a week from 10am-4pm. If the cottage is not open ring 094 9360891 for assistance. The Heritage Complex is also the starting point of the weekly Tuesday evening walks which commence at 7pm.
