Local Notes: Easkey GAA U7 team take part in blitz against neighbours Castleconnor and Enniscrone.
Pictured are Easkey GAA U7 footballers who took part in a blitz against neighbours Castleconnor and Enniscrone in a fun day of football with everyone having a great time at Castleconnor GAA Club. There was some great games and skills on show on the day.
The Wild Atlantic Wag sponsored by Karnlea Bone Broth will be held in Enniscrone on September 14 and 15. Come along and join in the laid back weekend of dog centred fun. This year they are raising money for MPN and having lots of fun while doing so. There will be a cake sale at Abhainn Studios on Saturday, September 14, followed by SUP with Your Pup at noon. There will be a sausage hunt and scent fun in the afternoon before an early night to start again on Sunday. The Duck and Dog Toy race follows the run/walk and then the Dog Show where people can show off their posh pooches.
There are no online entries this year, as the organisers are asking for a €10/€5 donation on the day for the run/walk.
For further information contact 087 9334584.
The West Sligo Family Resource Centre organised Buggy Buddies is back again tomorrow, Wednesday, September 11, from 10 to 11am, and the programme will continue for twelve weeks up to December 4. There will be no session on October 30. The cost is €2 per session. Meet at the West Sligo Family Resource Centre, Enniscrone, and to book contact 087 3329392 or 096 37444.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football club blotto draw which was held on Sunday, September 1, were 24, 31 and 45. The €25 prizewinners were Susan and John, Noreen McHugh, Karl Finnerty, and Noel and Caroline Regan. The jackpot for the latest draw which was held in Gilroy’s Bar on Sunday, September 8, was €7400.
New and existing members are welcome to Tireragh CCE registration morning and session, which takes place on Saturday, September 14, at 11am in Dromore West Community Centre. Classes are available in a range of different instruments from ages 6 year upwards, such as fiddle, flute, tin-whistle, concertina, bodhran/ceili drums, button accordion, piano, harp and banjo. There are group and one to one classes, fun cultural events, SCT exam and Fleadh tuition. Tutors are Garda vetted and TTCT. For more information contact 086 876 5545 or 086 4477787.
The Activator Pole Walking will commence for the Autumn season on Wednesday, September 18, from 11.15am to 12.15pm. This 12 week programme will continue until December 11, with no session on October 30. The cost is €30. Meet up at the West Sligo Family Resource Centre, Enniscrone, and to book contack 087 3329392 or 096 37444. This is an Enniscrone Community Sports Hub initiative.
The Kilglass Enniscrone Utd FC senior team made their first appearance of the season in the pre-season Glasshouse Cup knock-out competition. Coolaney were the visitors on what was a beautiful evening at Michael McGowan Park. The first half was a eagerly contested game and with numerous yellow cards being dished out as things threatened to spill over once or twice.
Coolaney took a lead against the run of play when Stenson broke the offside trap to finish well after 19 minutes. A rocket from Stephen Conway after 33 minutes brought the teams level and 2 minutes later Matt Geraghty blasted to the net to put KEUFC up 2-1 at half time.
The 2nd half was exciting and Coolaney drew level when Stenson again broke the off side trap and lobbed keeper Oisin Finnerty. Kian Boland and Rober Jacob went close to win the game, while KEUFC played the last 20 minutes with a man down.
The game finished 2-2 at the end of normal time but it was Coolaney who ran out 6-5 winners in a penalty shoot out. It was a good first outing for both teams who will meet again in 2 weeks in the league.
The Indoor Food and Craft Market is held in the Old Church, Main Street, Enniscrone, every Saturday from 11am to 3pm, featuring a wide range of handmade gifts, jewellery, paintings, plants and flowers, home baking, vegetables, fresh fish, bric a brac and local crafts. Please go along and enjoy a coffee and some home baking.
The numbers drawn in the Eoghan Rua Ladies weekly lotto held on September 2, was 1, 34, 35 and 39. €30 consolation prizes went to Maureen Cuffe, Kieran Mullaney, Oliver and Oisin McGowan, Aoife Quinn, and Niall and Edel Cawley. The jackpot in the latest draw held on September 9, was €16,600.
The introduction to computers and digital media class with ETB is back tomorrow, Wednesday, September 11, from 10am to 2pm, at West Sligo Family Resource Centre, Enniscrone. Learn how to use zoom, download photos, pay bills, shop online, pay your tax, book a holiday and more. For further information contact Mary Morrisy on 096 71653 or 087 7876905 or 096 37444.
The presentation ceremony for the St Pope John Paul 11 Awards will be in St Muredachs Cathedral on Thursday, December 12, at 7pm with Archbishop Francis Duffy. This is a most joyful occasion in the church with the youth of the diocese. For more information or September applications for the award contact Fr Joseph Hoban at Easkey Rathlee parish office JP11 Awards by email at easkey-rathleekillaladiocese.org.
A country and gospel concert with Patrick Feeney will be held in St Adamnan’s church, Skreen, on Sunday, November 24. Tickets which cost €25 each are available frou Audrie at 086 6069063 or Helen 087 6806905. Doors open at 4pm and the concert commences at 5pm. All proceeds are in aid of Skreen/Dromard Community Centre.
Congratulations to the winners of the raffle which took place recently; 1st prize went to Paul Kelly (8037) and he won €8000 travel voucher and €5000 spending money; 2nd prize went to Declan Hallinan, Hallquar Construction (9774) €5000 travel voucher and €3000 spending money; 3rd was won by Catherine Moriarty (5049) and she won €3000 travel voucher and €1000 spending money; 4th John Timmins (1817) €1000 cash; 5th Joanne Drumgoole (3045) €1000 cash; and 6th Artur Didenko (6255) €1000 cash.
WEEE will be having a recycling collection of unwanted electrical goods, lighting, battery power items, mobile phones etc on Saturday, September 28, at The Pier Carpark, Enniscrone from 10am to 4pm.
Bridge classes for beginners commenced yesterday Monday, September 9, from 2-4pm. For further details contact Enniscrone Bridge Club on 087 7568686.
Kilglass Foroige Club are looking for new volunteers ahead of the new club year. If you can spare some of your time to support the young people in the community message Jean on 089 2210995 for more information.
The Moy Singers will be returning shortly after their summer recess and would love to hear from men and women who would be interested in joining the choir. They meet weekly on Wednesday evenings and learn to sing and perform new songs for their two annual concerts – Christmas and Spring. In 2026 they will celebrate their 40th anniversary and they would love to have some new faces especially the menfolk. For details contact Evelyn on 085 2445286.
There are limited places available for the Baby Boppers classes starting on Friday, September 13, in Kilglass Hub. There will be two classes, one for babies and one of toddlers.
These classes promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. It improves motor skills, co-ordination, and balance. Moreover, it allows children to express themselves creatively and develop self-confidence and self-esteem. It is a lovely opportunity to get to know other parents and guardians in the locality.
For further details contact Mairead at 087 7718559.
West Sligo Athletics Club are delighted to be bringing back The O’Dubhda Challenge to Enniscrone with a run through the seaside town and the surrounding countryside on October 6. There is a fabulous route to run covering a 20 miler, half marathon and a 10km, so something for everyone.
To register contact West Sligo Athletic Club.
Bingo is held in the Old Church, Enniscrone, every Tuesday at 8pm with doors opening at 7pm with free tea and coffee on offer. The proceeds are in aid of Western Gaels Hurling and Camogie Club. All are welcome to come along and support, and be in with a chance to win.
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Join Gerry Curley, chairman of Enniscrone Show, family and friends on September 21, at Lough Talt for a fabulous walk in memory of his sister Mary Mitchell nee Curley, and in doing so raise funds for The Marie Keating Foundation to help other people on their cancer journey. The walk starts and finished at Lough Talt Church, F91 HK29 with registration at 12 noon at €20 per person. The walk starts at 2pm. There will be refreshments and music afterwards at the Ox Mountain Heritage Centre F91 PAF8. If you are unable to attend the walk but wish to donate follow the link fundraise.mariekeating.ie Mary Mitchell nee Curley Memorial Walk.
The numbers drawn on August 31 last were 5, 6, 22 and 36. There was no jackpot winner. Congratulations are extended to Bowden in New York who won €50 in the lucky dip. The latest jackpot in the draw which was held on September 7 was €23,200.
A 12 week strength and power training programme for over 50’s is back again in Castleconnor Community Centre on Thursdays, commencing on September 12, from 10.30am to 11.30am anmd the cost is €60. Registration will take place on September 12, from 10 to 10.30am. For more information contact Bernie Finlay 087 6164788.
Get your dancing shoes on. Come to Castleconnor Community Centre on this evening Tuesday, September 10, from 8-9pm for 4 weeks of jiving classes with Sandra Ganley. This was a very popular class last year, so don’t hang around, get your places booked. Beginners and advanced, teens and adults welcome. Booking is essential, so call 0862108029, email sandraganley@live.ie. Private lessons are also available.
