Local Notes: Epic victory for Claremorris boys
The lads from Claremorris claimed the Mayo U16 Boys Shield Final in dramatic style on the October Bank Holiday Weekend.
It was an epic Mayo U16 Boys Shield Final worthy of Sky Sports coverage. After two hours of non-stop football action, Claremorris AFC U16B team overcame a tenacious Castlebar Town FC by 6-5 after a sudden death penalty shootout at Solar Park, Castlebar on Monday, October 30.
It was a night to remember, under the moonlight for Claremorris AFC, and well done to the full squad in securing this valuable and memorable trophy. A similar feat achieved by the U15B team in 2021.
Tasting the sweet smell of success were Faustus Gudaitis, Charlie Hanley, Emmet Burke, Oisín Sweeney, Keenan Mortimer, Henry Noone, Aaron O’Dea, Hugh Lenihan, Nojus Gudaitis, Mark Warde, Daniel Healy, Cian Healy, David Montoya, Aaron Gill, Jake Moran, Aidan Brogan, Ross Connolly, Sean Slattery, Cian Slattery and Noeli Jennings. Unavoidably absent was regular ‘keeper David Walsh, who has a medal waiting for him.
In ‘Fáinne Óir’ (The Gold Ring), composer Kathy Fahey tells the love story of Saoirse and Diarmuid through a celebration of Contemporary/Irish music and dance.
This spectacular Broadway show tells the story of an Irish family living in Mayo during the Famine Years of 1845-1848. It is a story of its time and of all time. It’s an Irish story of tragic loss, enduring love and the triumph of humanity.
Choreographed by the multi-award winning, Ciara Sexton, the two-hour show, with live band playing Kathy’s original score, brings the story to life on the stage of Claremorris Town Hall Theatre from next Thursday to Saturday with doors at 7pm and show commencing at 8pm.
Tickets can be purchased on www.townhall.ie or by phoning the box office at 094-9310999.
A huge well done to the Claremorris AFC U14 Girls who are through to the third round of the SFAI U14 Girls National Cup after a 4-1 win at home to a very good St John's (Sligo) side recently.
A Garrymore man is set to speak at a conference in Co Carlow.
At the upcoming 2023 Nuffield Conference, sponsored by FBD Trust, attendees will hear from 2022 scholars about their research studies, one of them being David Dolan.
Originally from Garrymore, David is a dairy farmer who has completed a Nuffield Scholarship that began in 2022. David’s study topic is ‘Net zero carbon emissions – challenges and opportunities for farmers and co-ops’.
The aim of this research was to compare what is achievable for farmers in today’s policy environment and accounting mechanism versus what could be possible in an ideal world. This study was carried out by way of numerous interviews, farm visits, conferences, and travel throughout Ireland, the UK, Costa Rica, Italy, New Zealand, Brazil, USA, Canada, and Belgium.
Get your tickets for this year's conference at Mount Wolseley Hotel, Tullow, Co Carlow, next Friday, November 10, at www.uffield.ie.
Cúram’s next Car Boot Sale and Bargain hunt will take place at the centre on Sunday, November 19, from 11.30am to 2.30pm, so come along and grab a bargain.
If you have unwanted household items, ornaments etc in your home, please donate to our sale. A big thank you to all who have donated items so far.
Tributes are being paid following the passing of Mary Connolly (née Corcoran), Claureen, Claremorris.
Mary died peacefully at Galway University Hospital on Monday, October 30.
Members of Hollymount-Carramore GAA Club extended their sympathies to the Connolly family.
“Hollymount-Carramore GAA Club wish to express our sympathy to the family of Mary Connolly, Claureen, Claremorris. Our thoughts are with Mary's family at this time.”
The Taugheen Community Facebook page also extended their condolences.
“The community would like to extend its deepest sympathy to the Connolly Family, Claureen on the death of Mary Connolly R.I.P.”
Kilconly GAA and LGFA Club sent their sympathies to Mary’s daughter Bernie and Geraldine, who are members of the club.
“We wish to send our condolences to Bernie Adair and Geraldine Fallon on the recent passing of their mother, Mary Connolly.
“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.”
Predeceased by her parents Martin and Nora and brothers Michael and Joe, Mary will be sadly missed by her loving husband Tom, son Michael, daughters Anne Devane (Claureen), Chris Gallagher (Scarduane), Helen Johal (London), Teresa Connolly (London), Patricia Shally (Belmont), Kathy Glesson (Claremorris), Bernie Adair (Kilbannon) and Geraldine Fallon (Kilconly), daughter-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Four mornings of Christmas Crafts will take place in Cúram on November 22 and 29 and December 6 and 13. The cost is €25, all materials included. Booking essential on 094-9362096.
It has been three years since they rocked the Claremorris Town Hall Theatre and ‘Springsteen: A Tribute to the Boss’ will rock it again on Saturday, November 25 for their only Irish gig.
Described by BBC One as ‘one of the world’s best tribute acts,’ and by MTV as ‘truly one of the best tribute bands we’ve ever seen,’ these Londoners have been reproducing not only the technical musicianship of Bruce’s E-Street Band, but also the heartfelt performances made legendary by ‘The Boss’ himself.
Doors open at 7pm and show is at 8pm.
Tickets can be purchased on ww.townhall.ie or by phoning the box office at 094 931 0999.
Could you spare a few hours a week to volunteer in the St Vincent de Paul charity shop in Claremorris?
Pop into the shop for a chat or call 094-9362620 for more details.
A huge thank you to everyone who called into Hastings Insurance Claremorris branch last week for their Pink Coffee Morning.
Dympna and her team raised €110 for the Irish Cancer Society and Breast Cancer Awareness on the day.
