Local Notes: Dedicated Clogher club people hosting the weekly lotto in the clubhouse
Paul Breslin, Pat Barrett, Bridie Heneghan, Jackie Heneghan and Pat Gavin all of whom supported Mayo V Galway in Pearse Stadium and being dedicated club people were back in the clubhouse at Clogher to host the weekly lotto. Picture by Tom Quinn
All are invited for a lively and scenic Half Tóchar Group Walk from Ballintubber Abbey to Aughower on April 1, 2024, at 7am.
The Tóchar Phádraig represents a venerable Irish pilgrimage route that dates back approximately 1500 years. This sacred journey commences at Ballintubber Abbey. This trail, which follows the path of an ancient chariot road, traverses over 100 stiles within the picturesque landscape of west Mayo. Along its meandering course, it unfolds before pilgrims, revealing fairy hills, ancient relics, and enigmatic locales where the enduring legends of St. Patrick continue to thrive.
The Tóchar Phádraig is one of the 5 pass ported trails of the Pilgrim Paths of Ireland. These are a collection of ancient religious routes with well-documented claims of having been used by pilgrims since ancient times. Walking these ageless trails not only offers the opportunity for spiritual renewal, but also provides a link to our past while contributing to sustainable tourism and community development in each area.
There was no winner of the jackpot in the latest Ballintubber GAA lotto draw on Sunday, January 28. 5, 24, 27 and 33 were the numbers drawn and the winners of the consolation prizes of €20 special €52k draw tickets on the night were; John Kerrigan, Gary Dillon, Paul Prendergast, Mackey Heneghan, Kathleen and Kieran Murphy and Hannah Staunton. On last Sunday, February 4, the jackpot stood at €3,500. All lucky dip winners get a ticket for the 'Win 52k' draw.
The draw takes place weekly usually on Sunday evenings at 8pm and can be viewed on Facebook. Many tickets are bought online can also be bought from the local business outlets.
Ballintubber GAA Club is offering a lucky winner the chance to earn €1,000 a week for a year in their recent ‘Win €52k’ fundraiser. The attractive fundraiser will see one lucky winner claim a cash prize of €52,000 paid out at €1,000 per week into their account. Tickets are reasonably priced at €20 each or three for €50 and can be purchased through the club fundraiser website www.win€52k.ie or from any of the club’s executive. The winner will be drawn in the club’s Clogher clubhouse on Sunday, June 2, and will be broadcast live on the club Facebook page.
The Christian Community welcomes its newest members Cian John Chambers who was baptised in the Holy Trinity Abbey, Ballintubber on Saturday, February 3. Congratulations to his parents and family.
There will be a parish pastoral council meeting on this Tuesday, February 6, at 8pm in the Dorter. All members are asked to attend.
The death has taken place of John (Seán) Gavin, Clooncan, Ballinlough, Crossbeg, Tooreen, and formerly of Drishaghaun, Ballyglass, Claremorris, Co. Mayo. Seán passed away peacefully, in Mayo University Hospital in his 91st year, surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Catherine, brothers, sisters and his son-in-law Paul Finnegan, he is deeply regretted by his heartbroken wife Josie (of 68 years), sons Tommy (Boston), John (Tavneena), Jim (Scrigg, Aghamore), Martin (Ballyhaunis) and Andy (Clooncan), daughters Kathleen Regan (Boston), Mabel Finan (Cloonfower), Annie Finan (Brenamore), Margaret Gavin Robinson (Huntsfield), Teresa Finnegan (Claregalway), Janie Gavin Reynolds (Bawnmore, Claregalway), Jodie Costello (Garrymore, Claremorris), Chris Walsh (Castlebar) and Mary McGreal (Owenwee, Westport), his 39 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours and a wide circle of friends to whom sincere condolences are extended. John’s remains reposed at Gavin's Funeral Home, Knox Street, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo on last Tuesday evening and his funeral arrived to St. Joseph's Church, Aghamore on Wednesday morning for Funeral Mass at 11.30am with the funeral proceeding to the local cemetery. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.
The numbers drawn on Monday, January 29, were 12, 18, 24 and 30. There was no winner of the jackpot of €5,600. Match 3 winners were Ivan Carroll and Jarlath Moran. Consolation prizes went to Mike Wilkins, Ellie McInerney, Marie Burke, Rebecca McNeely and Gary Browne. The weekend jackpot stood at €5,700. Thanks to all who support Ballyglass FC lotto. To play online go to http://smartlotto.ie/ballyglass-fc.
The AGM of Ballyglass Active Age group will be held on this Tuesday, February 6. The meeting will take place at 12.15, after the exercise class in the community centre. New members are always very welcome.
Due to some essential repairs to the flooring in the community centre, there will be no market in February. The next Ballyglass Market will hopefully take place on March 9.
Do you wish to attend an evening of relaxation, reflection and release on Wednesday, February 7 at 7pm in Ballyglass Community Centre? Contact Julie on 087 9111763 for further information and to book. Places are €30 per person.
The results of the card games held on Monday, January 29, in Ballyglass Community Centre: 1st Pat Griffith and Chris Turner; Patricia Jennings and Margaret Mannion; Mary Morrin and Breege Jennings. 2nd Dean O’ Malley and Alan Jennings, newcomers to the game! 3rd place shared between Patsy and Tom Flatley; Cathal Hennelly and Martin Ford; Judy Clarke and Kitty Rumley. Last ten and raffle winners Richard and Mary Carney.
The death has taken place suddenly of Kieran Gallagher, Station Road, Creeslough, Co Donegal. His reposing took place at his home and following funeral Mass at St Michael’s Church, Creeslough. Kieran was laid to rest in Doe Cemetery. Sincere sympathy is extended to brother, Barry Gallagher Derrynacanna, sister-in-law Patricia, nephews Joshua and Alex, relatives, neighbors and friends.
Congrats to Carnacon LGFA and Mayo ladies footballer Fiona McHale on her Doctorate after completing a PhD from the University of Limerick. The well-known Tipperary-based lady, who is the daughter of Bernie and Michael from Creevagh, was honoured after completing a doctorate focusing on physical activity in adolescents. Fiona lectures on Sport and Recreation in Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board's College of FET. She has also previously coached Carnacon underage teams, the University of Limerick ladies team, and the Claremorris men's Gaelic football team.
Carnacon LGFA is seeking expression of interest for management of the senior ladies team. Anyone interested please contact: carnacon.mayo@lgfa.ie.
2024 Carnacon LGFA club registration is now open for all ages on Foireann. U10 players up to seniors are requested and required to register. Club coaches are looking forward to seeing you all back with the club for the coming season.
Do you fancy winning a pair of tickets to see Manchester United and Liverpool in April? The simple way is to purchase tickets for the Ballintubber 'Win 52k' draw before February 14.The winner will be announced after the lotto draw on February 18. Play now at: https://www.win52k.ie/.
Congratulations to Anna Burton, another young footballer from the parish who is excelling in the ladies GAA circles. Anna has been selected for the Mayo LGFA U14 team. Anna’s team mates and management wish her the very best of luck.
The Department of Rural and Community Development Local Enhancement Programme (LEP) 2024 will provide small scale capital funding to support community groups across Mayo, with a separate ring-fenced fund available to Women’s Groups under the programme. This capital fund will support groups, particularly in disadvantaged areas to carry out necessary repairs and improvements to their facilities, purchase equipment such as tables and chairs, tools and signage, laptops and printers, lawnmowers, canopies and training equipment etc. The following funding will be available: Category 1: Grants up to €1,000, Category 2: Grants from €1,001 - €7,500 and Category 3: Women’s Group Funding Applicants only: Grants up to €7,500. The closing Date for submission of Applications through the online portal is 3pm Thursday, February 15. The LEP 2024 application process is through an online portal. All information is available on the website. Email queries to lep2024@mayococo.ie.
The Over 55’s Group meet every Monday morning at the resource centre at 10.30am. New members are always welcome to drop in for a chat and a cup of tea.
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The death has taken place of Mary Joyce, (Mary Bhán) nee Lydon, Moneen, Castlebar and Derrypark, Tourmakeady. Mary passed away peacefully at Friar’s Lodge Nursing Home, Ballinrobe, on January 23. Predeceased by her husband Tom and her siblings Peggy, Tom, Michael, Sean and Padraig, she is deeply regretted by her sisters Bridie, Sheila, Sarah (all New York) and Ann (London), brothers Martin (Castlebar) and Pete (Killiteeaun), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere condolences are tendered. Her remains reposed at St. Mary’s Funeral Home, Tourmakeady, on the Sunday evening from 5.30pm with removal at 7pm to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Finney. Her Funeral Mass took place on Monday at 12 noon followed by burial in Churchfield Cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
The Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto draw took place on January 27, for a jackpot of €10,400. 1, 4, 5, and 31 were the numbers drawn. There was no jackpot winner. The online prize winners were Seamus Lally and Laura Prendergast. The jackpot draw was held again on February 3 with a highly attractive jackpot of €10,500. There are two online prizes of €40 and also a €40 Cairde prize each week.
CLG Thuar Mhic Éadaigh is exploring the opportunity to establish a club Rounders team. A fun game with many wonderful benefits including inclusivity, family friendly engagement and skill enhancement - promotes agility, teamwork and strategic thinking. If you are interested in learning more about Rounders or indeed, setting up a club team, contact Mark Jennings, Connacht Ard Comhairle Rounders representative at secretary.rounders@gaa.ie. More information at https://www.gaarounders.ie/How-to-start-a-club.
Yoga classes will be starting on Tuesday, February 13, for 6 weeks from 6.30-7.30pm. To book your place call Nora on 094 9544295 or email: eolas@tourmakeady.com. Cost €60.
The next conversational Irish class will take place again on this Wednesday morning, February 7, from 11 to 12 noon. An evening class also takes place on Thursday nights from 8 to 9pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Eadaigh. Information and details is available from Stiofán opt.cdst@gmail.com / 087 3970227.
There are vacancies on the CE Scheme in Dhúiche Sheoigheach.
If interested or need further information, contact Máire Treasa Ni Niadh on 087 2973623 nó email mt.nee@udaras.ie.
The death has occurred of Therese Minogue, Derrew, Partry, Claremorris and formerly of Lower Charles Street, Castlebar. Therese passed away peacefully, at the Mayo Hospice on January 28. Predeceased by her parents Paddy and Kathleen (née Stephens), her infant daughters Lisa and Lindsay and her sister Mary, Therese is deeply regretted by her heartbroken daughters Kathy and Joanne, her cherished grandson Elliott, her brothers and sisters Michael, Margaret, Padraig, Anne, Stephen, Gerard and Joe, her brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended. Therese’s funeral was private. May her gentle soul rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
Eucharistic Adoration takes place in Partry Church on Mondays from 6 to 8pm; in Tourmakeady Church each Wednesday evening at 7pm concluding with Mass at 7.30pm.
Killawalla Ladies Group continues their meetings with ‘Move It or Lose It’ class which takes place on February 7, at 7.30pm in the community centre. The classes cost €8 pay as you go.
Facilitators Rita Corcoran and Julie Staunton will give First Aid, CPR, and defibrillator classes at the community centre on the evenings of February 13, 20, and 27 (Tuesdays). This is a renewal class for those who were previously trained or anyone interested in learning this very important life-saving skill can give their name and the date that suits them to Louise on 086 6034601 as soon as possible as places are limited.
Special birthday wishes are extended to Mairead Lavelle, Ballyburke who celebrated her 68th birthday last week. Mairead is wished every happiness and good health from her husband Noel, son Joseph and daughter-in-law Jessica.
Jiving lessons have commenced in Killawalla Community Centre and will continue for the next few weeks. For details contact 087 2879701.
Killawalla Development Lotto is now due for renewal and anyone wishing to renew their annual subscription should contact Carmel Carter on 087 2879701, Siobhan Jennings on 087 6713940 or any committee member. Monies from the community development lotto go towards the promotion of community initiatives in the local area. Your support is very much appreciated.
Partry Athletic (Underage) FC registration night will take place at Partry Community Centre on Sunday, February 18, at 6.30pm. School going children up to U18s may register. Mayo FAI League competitions start mid-March so it is important to register early so that our club can field teams at each age group. Presentations will also be made to league winners from 2023.
Congrats to Brian and Deirdre Hennelly, Tooreen and Pat and Madeline Dermody, Srah who were recent winners of the Partry FC weekly Wednesday bonus number draw with number 17.
Congrats to Conor O’Mahony, Ballygarry, who was a recent winner of Partry Residents weekly draw. All funds raised go towards local development and village enhancement.
The Wilde River Drama Group, Ballinrobe and surrounding districts are currently looking for people (both onstage and off stage roles) for their spring production. There is no age limit. Email dramagroupriver@gmail.com or contact the group on Facebook or Instagram or call 087 6226368 for further details.
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Breaffy GAA lotto stands at €18,000 on February 6. 19, 26, 28 and bonus number 10 were the numbers drawn on January 30, and there was no jackpot winner. Also there was no match 3 winners and congrats to the Lucky Dip winners.
Breaffy GAA Club has announced to appointment of James Fallon as senior club manager for the coming period of two years. James will be joined by Eugene Caulfield and other technical support personnel. The club has extended best wishes to James and the management team and players for the years ahead.
Belcarra Community have organised an attractive fundraiser with all proceeds going towards the completion of the new MUGA / AstroTurf facility in the village. Tickets are on sale now and online https://member.clubforce.com/tickets_m.asp?LL_ID=2628 and are available in local retailers and from committee members. The first prize is a hugely attractive 2 flights to New York, 4 nights’ accommodation, 2 tickets to the New York v Mayo match and €500 spending money. This is an amazing prize for all Mayo football fans, or anyone who fancies a weekend of craic in the Big Apple. Tickets are €10 each of 6 for €50. The draw takes place March 16. Please support the draw to finance the fabulous local facilities in Belcarra.
Dean Kenny, Belcarra, is having his head shaved on February 13, to raise necessary funds for Galway Rape Crisis Centre and Cancer Care West as part of the University of Galway Students Union Raise and Give week.
Belcarra Community Council’s latest lotto draw featured an attractive jackpot of €5,000 on January 28. The numbers drawn were 6, 13, 14 and 29 and there was no winner. The lucky dip winners of €30 were Maureen Cunningham, Belcarra, Carmel Donnelly, Online, Chloe Ruane, Curry and Rita Quinn, Coguala. The latest jackpot on February 4, was €5,100.
Ballyheane Ladies group meet on Monday evenings at 8pm in the community centre. The group always welcome new members.
Bingo takes place in the local centre on Wednesdays each week at 9pm. There are always good prizes and an entertaining session for the weekly patrons.
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Everyone is invited tomorrow Wednesday, February 7, at 8pm to celebrate the launch of Balla Autism Friendly Town by Adam Harris CEO of AsIAm and the official launch of the new Sensory Play launch. This is a splendid initiative and congratulations to all involved in the worthy project.
Balla GAA Club lotto jackpot prize stood at €4,800 for the draw on Thursday, January 25, in The Rendezvous. The numbers drawn were 16, 18, 26 and 34. The €30 winners were Therese O'Malley (online), Mark Sheridan (online) and Joanne Byrne (online). The most recent draw was held on Thursday, February 1, in The Shebeen when the jackpot stood at €4,900.
This year's Senior Scór County Final will be held in Balla Community Centre on Friday, March 22. The night gets underway with the quiz at 7pm. This will be followed at 8.15pm approx by stage events incorporating music, song, drama and dancing. Clubs are encouraged to do their best to enter at least one act into the competition. Further information is available from local GAA clubs or by emailing scor.mayo@gaa.ie.
Yoga classes with Mayo Yoga and Aromatherapy will commence at Balla Community Centre on February 12, from 10.30am to 11.30am. Phone 087 2831400 for further information.
The clubs lotto jackpot stood at €12,800 for the January 28 draw. The numbers drawn were 1, 16, 19 and 21 and there was no jackpot winner. The 3 winners of €25 were Brian and Kathleen Hope, Manulla, Berni Martin, Belcarra and Patrick Brampton, Balla The latest draw for a €12,900 jackpot was on Sunday, February 4. The club are deeply grateful to their weekly patrons. Play Online: https://manullafc.ie/lotto/.
Congratulations Daniel Lyons who recently represented Mayo U14 schoolboys in a quarter final victory over Limerick in the sfai cup. Well done and good luck in the semi-final Daniel.
The death occurred last week of Seamus Reid, Newtown, Balla Rd, Claremorris, Co Mayo / Tubbercurry, Co Sligo. The deceased was a brother-in-law of Pat Flatley, Pollavaddy, to whom sincere sympathy is extended.
The Christian Community in Balla have welcomed James Broderick, Churchfield, who was baptised recently in St Cronin's Church, Balla. Congratulations to his parents and family.
The Balla Active Retirement Group commenced activities at Balla Community on Friday, January 26, from 2 to 5pm. Sewing classes have resumed on Mondays at 10.30am. Phone Josie at 085 1401229 for details. "Move it or lose it" sessions take place every Tuesday from 10am to 11am. A mindfulness class runs on Tuesdays at 7.30pm. A pay-as-you-go rate pertains. Details are available from 086 8237230 or email maurahorkanmia@gmail.com.
Balla Community Centre main function room is the ideal setting for meetings, presentation nights, drama events and social occasions. Should you wish to book a meeting room, the kitchen or the hall for your organisation, club or private event, get in touch on 094 9365846. Are you looking for a secure and reliable digital workspace? Balla Community Centre provides a connected hubs service with: 24/7 access - high-speed broadband - dedicated and flexible desks - light and heating and fob access. Make contact directly on 094 9365846 or book through: https://connectedhubs.ie/hubs/profile/240#memberships.
Balla Centre hosts a 25 card drive every Saturday night in Balla Community Centre. Call the Centre at 094 9365843 for more information. Manulla 25 card game takes place at 9pm in the local Centre on Sunday nights.
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This week members of the Active Age group were presented with fresh St Bridget’s crosses which had been made that day by children of Holy Angels primary school. Sincere thanks are extended to Mr Ormsby, the teachers and children for helping to keep this lovely tradition alive.
Card results from Friday, January 26; 1st Derek Quinn and Tommy Fahey, 2nd Michael Giblin and Bridie McDermott, Last 10 winners were Margaret Mannion and Majella Corbett. The game continues every Friday night at 9pm. Everyone will be made welcome.
Condolences are tendered to the Hopkins family of Castlebar and the Heneghan family of Newtown on the death of Sally Hopkins. Sally nee Heneghan was a native of Newtown and a past pupil of Clogher National School. May she rest in peace.
Active Age group meetings have resumed on Wednesday after their mid-winter break. There are many activities and outings to look forward to in 2024. New members are always welcome. The meetings run from 11am to 1pm every Wednesday and include a light lunch.
