Local Notes: Crossmolina junior champions of 1975 enjoy reunion
Crossmolina Deel Rovers celebrated the 50th anniversary of their Mayo Junior Championship success at a reunion in Hiney’s Upper Deck on April 5th. Back row, from left: PJ Hughes, Emmett Loftus, Thomas McNulty (representing his dad Tom), Jim Timoney, John Garvey, Michael Moffatt, Michael O’Malley, PJ Loftus and John Duffy. Seated: Padraic Mulhaire (representing his late dad Paddy), Michael Herr, Peter Mangan, Martina Naughton (representing her late husband John), Padraic Syron, Kevin Browne, Michael Loftus and Jackie Caden.
Crossmolina
Archbishop of Killala Francis Duffy, together with the Placing Hope in Faith team, invite people to an evening of conversation on the topic 'A vision for co-responsibility and lay ministry in parishes' from 8 to 9.30pm on the following dates -
Tuesday, May 12, in the Broadhaven Bay Hotel, Belmullet for parishes in the Erris area;
Wednesday, May 20, in the Newman Institute, Ballina for parishes in Tyrawley;
Thursday, May 28, Easkey Community Centre for parishes in Tireragh.
Go along and be part of the discussion. If the date in your parish area doesn’t suit feel free to attend on another date.
Upcoming May events at Crossmolina Town Hall are - May 9, Basic Paediatric First Aid; May 10, Social Dance with The Duets; June 20, Céilí.
Cemetery Masses will be held on Saturday, June 6, in Kilmurry at 6.30pm, on Sunday, June 14, in Crossmolina at 6pm, and on Sunday, July 26, in Triste at 2.30pm.
There was no winner of Crossmolina Deel Rovers GAA Club lotto jackpot on Saturday, April 25, in Maughan's Bar, when the numbers drawn were 11, 12, 31 and 34. Two tickets matched three numbers - Peadar and Karen Flynn, St Mary’s Park, Crossmolina, and Gerry Jordan, Lahardane, and they each won €75.
The jackpot in the latest draw held on Saturday, May 2, was €5,350.
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Knockmore
The Moy Singers are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year. In advance of their Gala Concert on Saturday, June 13, they are getting the ball rolling with a fundraising table quiz on Friday, May 8, in The Loft Bar, Ballina at 8pm. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd and raffle prizes on the night. Entry fee is €40 per table of four. Please support
Welcomed into God's family at his recent baptism in Christ the King Church, Knockmore, was Sean Martin Clarke. Congratulations to his proud parents and families.
First Holy Communion will be held in Christ the King Church Knockmore on Saturday, May 9, at 12 noon for the children from Currabaggan and Lisaniska NS and on Saturday, May 16, at 12 noon for the children from Cloghans, Garracloon and Rehins National Schools.
The numbers drawn in the Currabaggan National School online lotto last week were 9, 14, 16 and 19. There was no jackpot winner. The weekly €25 winner was Francis McHale. The school appreciates your support so very much.
The numbers drawn in the Conn Rangers Lotto on April 20 were 7, 11 26 and 28. Weekly and season winners were Gillian McHugh, Ella O’Hora, Megan McDonagh, John Gibbons, Adrian Sweeney, and Mark Foody/Jason McCafferty. Lucky dip winner was Bernie Duffy.
The jackpot in the draw held on April 27 was €15,750. Thank you for your support.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament continues in Knockmore Church on Wednesdays from 10.30 am until 6pm. All are welcome to drop in at any time.
Sympathy is extended to Jackie McTigue, Patrick and family on the unexpected death of Jackie's mother Eileen Walsh, Islandeady; to Damian O’Hora, Lisaniska on the sad passing of his mother Mary O'Hora, nee Durkan, Knockanillaun, following an illness; to Alan Rothwell, Brackwansha, on the recent passing of his grandmother Mary Rothwell, Dublin.
May they all rest in peace.
Set Dancing classes will be held in the Knockmore Community Hall on Tuesday evenings, July 7, 14, and 21 in preparation for Ceili Night on Saturday, July 25. Oliver Fleming will take the classes. All welcome. The classes commence each evening at 8.30pm.
Knockmore Rathduff Resource Centre are seeking a temporary part-time assistant with experience as a kitchen worker to assist with cooking and plating meals for delivery on wheels. Working as part of a team. HACCP certification preferred. If you would like to join the team, send your CV to info@knockmore.ie with 'Kitchen Vacancy' in the subject line.
The Killala and Tuam diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes, led by Archbishop Francis Duffy, will take place from August 28 to September 3, and the cost is €1,049. Enquiries and bookings on 01-2410800. For the invalid section, contact Eileen O'Brien on 086-4013897 or Ciara Deane on 083-8383310.
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Ardagh
The death took place last week of Mary O'Hora, Cloonbrone, Knockanillaun and formerly of Derryronane, Swinford.
Mary will be sadly missed by her loving family, husband Tom, sons Damian and Tom, grandchildren Owen, Lauran, Isabelle, Amy, Emma and Ava, daughters-in-law Kathleen and Patricia, sisters Teresa (Moore) Swinford, Margaret (Hennigan) Castleconnor, brothers Padraig (Swinford), Anthony (Swinford), sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and a large number of friends.
Mary possessed a very warm, cordial and affable nature which endeared her to all who had the pleasure of ever meeting her. She had a deep and practising faith and had a passionate love for her garden which was always a seamless bloom of colour and beauty.
Along with her husband Tom, Mary was a treasured and much loved member of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association for fifty years.
She was held in very high esteem throughout the community and beyond and this was reflected in the huge attendance at her obsequies at Hiney's Funeral Home, Crossmolina, and at Requiem Mass in the Church of the Assumption, Ardagh, followed by her burial in Leigue Cemetery, Ballina.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Ardagh Social Services annual outing to Knock Shrine takes place on Monday week, May 18. Refreshments will be served on arrival and dinner in Knock House Hotel. The total cost, including transport, is €30. To book, contact Elaine on 086-4034968 or Mary on 087-9259790.
Pupils of Ardagh and Knockanillo national schools will receive the Sacrament of First Holy Communion at 11am Mass in Ardagh Church on Sunday, May 17.
Ardmoy GAA underage training continues this evening (Tuesday) for children aged four and upwards from 6 to 7pm at Ardagh GAA pitch and all children in this age bracket are very welcome to come and participate in this very healthy and enjoyable pursuit.
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Moygownagh
Moygownagh ICA launch night will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, May 6, at 8pm in the Learning Forum, Moygownagh. All women 18+ welcome to join. Any queries contact Laura on 085-1519208.
Congratulations to Fr Matt who celebrated his 80th birthday recently in Belmullet District Hospital. He is wished a speedy recovery and many more years of health and happiness.
Connect Café present a talk with David Hicks on the subject of 'Irish Country Homes' in Moygownagh Learning Forum on Thursday, May 21, at 7.30pm.
A céilí in memory of John Blehein will take place in Moygownagh Community Centre on Friday, May 8, from 8 to 11pm with music by Matt Cunningham Céilí Band. There will be a raffle on the night and all are welcome.
Chair Yoga gentle exercise for everyone in Moygownagh Community Centre on Thursday, May 7, and Thursday, June 4, hosted by Moygownagh Connect Café.
