Local Notes: Cul Camp success at Gilmartin Park, Kiltimagh.
Children enjoying the Cul Camp in Gilmartin Park last week. A highlight of the week for the youngsters was the visit of Mayo senior footballer, Fergal Boland, the Cul Camp ambassador Photo: Sally Lavin
The Coillte Come Home Festival which ended last Monday night was another great success with entertainment for all the family. Starting on Thursday night with the inter pub quiz which Teach O’Hora won for a fourth consecutive year and the Busking on the street on the Friday evening got the musical side of the festival off to a good start. Later large crowds watched the huge fireworks display after King of the Coilltes Padraic (Tulip) Walsh declared the festival opened at the Festival Field. Murrays Amusements were also back there again much to the delight of the young people and were kept very busy over the weekend.
The High Stool Prophets preceded by support band Ríl Óg drew a massive crowd on Saturday night as did The Tumbling Paddies on their second visit to Kiltimagh on Sunday night, this time joined by Champion Irish Dance group Croí na hEireann.
Sunday was family fun day in the Festival field. This is always a lovely day starting with a tractor run for the kiddies, lots of games and frolics for children as well as for the more mature amongst them, ensuring that everyone had a day to remember.
Sixteen teams (forty eight players) competed in the annual Coillte Cup golf tournament at Balla Golf Club on the closing evening of the festival, Monday, July 15. The winning team was John Tierney, David Dodgson, and Ronan McGovern (44 nett) the runners up were, Pete Gallagher, Conor Groarke, Gavin Groarke (44.4 nett) and in third place were, Anthony McNicholas, Conor Jordan and Jordan Cunningham (45.2 nett). The Nearest the Pin winner was Liam Lydon. The presentation of prizes was held that night at Ryans Bar, where the ever popular Pint and Putt competition was held, and the winner was David Corless.
In the Junior Coillte Cup held on Friday evening the winning team was, Cameron Farrington, Adam Regan and Ruairi Freeman, Eoin Cosgrove won Nearest the Pin.
Like last year, the event was also a fundraiser for Mayo Roscommon Hospice and over €2,150 was raised for this very worthy cause. The raffle winners were Ruairi Freeman, Ollie Burke, Evelyn Walsh, Jade Walsh, Mick Regan, Ann Moran and Dave Parkin.
The organising committee thank everyone for their fantastic support, and especially their sponsors, Ryan’s Bar, SuperValu, Cill Aodain Court Hotel, Park Hotel, Finn Footwear, Calor Gas (Davitt Groarke), Shane Freeman, Denis Charlton and Dave Parkin.
There was a great turnout of thirty three players for the Coillte Cup poker tournament held over the festival weekend in the Cill Aodain Court Hotel. 19 re-entries saw the prizepool boosted to over €1,500 and after seven hours of play the final two players, Mary McGlynn and Michael Sheridan, agreed to share first and second prize money and play for the title and the cup which Mary won. In third place was Kieran McGee with Joe McHugh fourth, Daniel Kennedy fifth and Annette Reynolds sixth.
Race2Glory took place on the Saturday morning of the festival and again attracted a huge entry from all around the country, all of whom were full of praise for the way the race was organised and run. Afterwards everyone was treated to a BBQ in the Sculpture Park where the race ended, with cold baths and massages for the competitors. The committee thank everyone who helped to make this annual event another great success and look forward to seeing everyone back again for Race2Glory 2025.
A great morning's football was had at CMS Park where the Coillte Come Home Festival Mini World Cup was hosted by Kiltimagh Knock United.
Three fantastic, close games were enjoyed by the young footballers, with Damien Gallagher stepping into goals for the customary penalty shootout.
The death has taken place of John Clarke, Castleshane, Monaghan and formerly of Kiltimagh. John passed away peacefully and unexpectedly at Cavan General Hospital surrounded by his family.
Predeceased by his wife Loretta (nee McHugh, Frosses, Co Donegal) he will be sadly missed by his daughters Mary (Eric),Olive, Patricia (Joe), Emer (Tomas) and Eileen (Tom), his son John (Deirdre) grandchildren Aoibh, Cara, Lui, Enri, Sophia, Jake, Cillian, Eibhlin and Ellen, brothers Colm and Seamus, sister Mary Finnegan, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Following reposing at his home removal took place the following day to St Macartan’s Cathedral, Monaghan for the Funeral Mass with burial afterwards to St Joseph’s New Cemetery Latlurcan. May he rest in peace.
Pat Boyle took first prize in Round 9 of the Summer Poker League in Teach O’Hora on Wednesday night last with AN Other second, Tiernan Burke was 3rd and Francis McDonagh 4th. The other finalists were, 5 Michael Sheridan, 6 Keith Lydon, 7 Alan Sheridan, 8 John Reynolds, 9 Martin Regan. AN Other remains top of the league table on 143 points followed by Pat Boyle on 138. The rest of the top twelve is, AN Other 118, Michael Sheridan 116, Tiernan Burke 115, Keith Lydon 113, Gerry Groarke 110, Nicky Cunnane 102, Enda Ruane 100, Martin Regan 99, Derry O’Sullivan and Paul Walsh 92.
The league runs for fifteen weeks with a tournament every Wednesday night at 8pm. Entry each night is €20 with one optional re-entry allowed for ninety minutes. €5 from each entry goes towards the prize pool for the league final (to which the top twelve in the league automatically qualify) and the rest is paid out on the night. The final will have an estimated prize pool of just over €2,000. This is a members only league.
Paul Stafford the Volunteer Support Officer for ALONE is looking for volunteers in Mayo and its surrounding areas for older people who need befriending for up to one hour per week and/or telephone support for up to 2 hours per week. Their befriending program is designed to help older people combat loneliness and isolation. They now need your help more than ever. If this is something that interests you, then please contact Paul on 086 0135043 or email paul.stafford@alone.ie CE vacancy.
Kiltimagh Knock United have an admin vacancy on their CE scheme - 19.5 hours per week. If you are in receipt of a social welfare payment or signing for credits you may be eligible. Send a PM to the club Facebook page or contact any committee member if interested.
The annual Mass will be celebrated in Killedan Cemetery on Friday next, July 26, at 7.30pm and in Kilkinure Cemetery the following Friday, August 2, at 7.30pm.
Congratulations to Cara Creighton, Kiltimagh, winner of €455 in the latest Kiltimagh Knock United lotto draw. Thanks to everyone for your continued support of this vital club fundraiser.
Tuesday, July 23, County Minor championship, Kiltimagh v The Neale in Cong at 7pm: Thursday, July 25, County U16 championship Kiltimagh v Achill in Achill at 7pm; Monday, July 29, County U14 championship, Kiltimagh v Parke in Kiltimagh at 7pm.
In the first round of the county minor championship played in Gilmartin Park last week St Jarlaths defeated Kiltimagh on the score of 2-12 to 1-13.
Team and scorers: S Gilmartin (0-2), C Mc Dermot, R Irvine, L Smyth, O Mulderrig (0-1), E Cosgrove, M Kearney (0-1), C McNicholas, J Morley (0-2), L Burke, F Burke (0-2), C Hession (0-2), A Maloney (0-1), C Walsh, M Bennett (0-1). Sub J Shannon (1-1).
The FAI Summer Camp takes place at Kiltimagh Knock United from July 29 to August 2, from 10am to 1pm each day. Booking is online via bookings.faifootballcamps.ie.
This is Ireland’s national telephone service for older people open every day of the year from 10am-10pm. Callers may feel isolated, alone, wish to discuss a problem in confidence, or for company during their day. SeniorLine’s older volunteers are trained to listen, to support, to discuss options and to refer caller to other helpful services if necessary. Freephone 1800 80 45 91.
Congrats to Teresa Lydon, Kiltimagh, who was the lucky winner of the GAA club's 50/50 jackpot of €870 at the weekly draw on Saturday night, July 13. Get your entries in at https://t.co/AL4mVOIAJA or purchase your envelope at local outlets in Kiltimagh.
Chris Flatley and Manus Kilcoyne were the winners of the first prize at the 25 Drive held in the parish centre on Thursday night, July 11. Joint 2nd were Brian McNulty and John Gallagher and Mary and Jimmy Doyle. Last 10 prize shared by Tom Durkin and John Clancy, Tom Walsh and Hugh Forde and Aiden Lydon and Joe Boyle, spot prize James Walsh and Paddy Carney and raffle winners were James Walsh, Michael Carney, Tom Durkin and Jack Ryan. Game starts every Thursday at 9pm.
Mayo Cancer Support offers a range of emotional support to people with cancer and their families. Call 094 9038407 for information.
East Mayo Anglers, Swinford, will hold their yearly Youth Angling Event on July 24 from 6-8pm. Enquiries and application forms contact Kathleen at EMAA office on 094 9253955 or 086 3946837. Early booking is advised as numbers are limited for safety reasons.
A pilgrimage will take place to Medjugorje from October 9 -16 with direct flight from Knock to Mostar. Cost is €855. Contact Tom 086 0815635 or Carol 087 95814 for further information.
There are Rural Social Scheme vacancies in Kiltimagh/Bohola/Midfield area. The scheme provides a supplementary income for low-income farmers and fishermen/women. To participate in the scheme, you must be 25 years or over, getting Farm Assist or if you are actively farming or fishing, you may qualify for the scheme if you are also getting one of the six qualifying social welfare payments. If you are eligible but do not wish to participate in the RSS, your dependent spouse, civil partner or cohabitant can take the available place. Contact Caroline on 087 2107385 for further information.
