Local Notes: Five parishioners from Easkey and Rathlee received their Golden Jubilee Awards from the PTAA.
Congratulations to the five parishioners from the parish of Easkey and Rathlee on receiving their Golden Jubilee Awards from The Pioneers Total Abstinence Association of the Sacred Heart. Pictured with Fr Joseph Hogan are Mary Lyons, Stella Hegarty, James Boland, Leo Feeney and Francis Hegarty.
The annual ‘Culleens Carnival Country Dance’, is taking place on Saturday, August 24, in The Hilltop and Off Licence, Culleens. There will be live music with Family Affair, a band known for bringing the house down with their lively performances. Admission is €10 and all proceeds go towards the new Kilglass Digital Hub and Community Centre. There will be a raffle on the night with some fantastic spot prizes, so bring your friends, family and dancing shoes for a community night to remember.
Enniscrone Kilglass Intermediate team put in a gallant effort against Drumcliffe/Rosses Point in the Fureys Coaches senior football league division two final on Saturday, August 10 in Kilcoyne Park, Tubbercurry. Large support from both sides travelled for the game.
The lads started well and got the first score on the board. The opposition were in front by a point on 14 minutes when their full forward suffered a serious injury and was stretchered off. Enniscrone Kilglass GAA club wish him well in his recovery.
Brian Duffy levelled the score as they were heading for the break but Drumcliffe/Rosses Point added two points in injury time to leave the score 0-5 to 0-3 at half time.
The second half saw Drumcliffe/Rosses Point extend their lead despite some fine scores from the Enniscrone lads and were ahead by five points with minutes to go.
Ciaran O’Dowd narrowly missed a goal opportunity with 5 minutes on the clock before Gavin Duffy and Nathan Hannon added a point each just inside the 60 minutes. Excitement and dismay rang around the grounds as Ciaran O’Dowd scored the goal to level the match deep into injury time at 0-13 to 1-10, and they headed for extra time.
The extra time period saw Drumcliffe/Rosses Point score a goal in each half as their strength and experience came to the fore to close out the game on a scoreline of 2-18 to 1-11. However, it was a great display from the boys in black and amber and a credit to all their efforts all year. Congratulations is extended to them all on reaching the final of division two and also winning promotion for next year.
Well done to the management team of Enda Gilvarry, John Paul Carden and Derry O’Sullivan, along with Darragh Murphy on stats and physio Grace Martin who have guided and supported the team all year. The team are back in action again at the weekend when they play St Patrick’s in their first game of the championship. Time and venue to be confirmed.
West Sligo Family Resource Centre are delighted to have Noel Feeney from Abhainn Studio join them in the final workshop of the Summer Art Series. For individuals who may not feel completely confident in their drawing abilities, collage is a great way from them to express themselves creatively without the pressure of making a realistic drawing. Join Abhainn Studio, Pier Road, to delve into the art of collage making, the end project will be to design your very own music album cover that will be framed for you to take home.
The workshops will take place on August 22 from 11am to 1pm or 2 to 4pm and is suitable for 10-14 age group. Contact events@westsligofrc.ie to save your spot or book a free ticket on the Eventbrite link www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-art-series-abhainn-studio-tickets-989038289147?aff-oddtdcreator.
IRD North Mayo-West Sligo, which trades as Moy Valley Resources, has a position available on its Community Employment Scheme in Enniscrone. The vacancy is for a caretaker/cleaner in Enniscrone Family Resource Centre/ Enniscrone Enterprise Centre.
The Moy Valley Resources Community Employment Scheme is designed to provide meaningful work experience, skill development and personal growth opportunities for participants on the scheme. Those with a ‘can do’ attitude, and who are eager to learn and make a difference in their community, are invited to apply.
No previous experience is necessary, as comprehensive training will be provided that includes training programmes to help participants gain new skills and qualifications to benefit their future careers. Participants will also have the opportunity to work with local community organisations and make a tangible impact on the lives of people in the area.
The MVR CE Scheme team encourages personal growth and is committed to supporting scheme participants every step of the way, ensuring that they have the resources and guidance needed to succeed.
If you are interested in applying for this position, contact Jacqueline Kinsella, CE Supervisor at Moy Valley Resources, Ballina, email hr@moyvalley.ie or telephone 096 70905 for more information. You can also visit the organisation’s social media pages and website at www.moyvalley.ie where information on CE Scheme roles is regularly updated.
The numbers drawn in the weekly Eoghan Rua Ladies lotto which was held on August 12, were 1, 5, 9 and 19. Consolation prizes went to Hollie, Danny, Kayla Cavanagh; Tom McManus; Derek O’Brien; Geraldine Crean; and Angela Dunphy. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on August 19, was €16,300.
The death took place of John Melvin, Curradrish Road, Castlebar, formerly of Lacken, Enniscrone, Co Sligo. John was a retired member of An Garda Siochana, Castlebar, and he died peacefully in the loving care of the staff in the Carra Suite, Sacred Heart Hospital, Castlebar, surrounded by his loving family on August 10.
John was predeceased by his parents John and Mary, brother Martin and sister Mary (Hennessy). He will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his heartbroken wife Teresa of fifty years, his sons Shane and Damian, daughter-in-law Laragh, brothers Padraig, Michael (Lacken, Enniscrone), Jerry (Whitegate, Cork), Eamon (Gort, Co Galway), and Brendan (Salthill, Galway), sister Chris Kilgannon (Frankford, Enniscrone), brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends and neighbours.
John reposed in Coady’s Funeral Home, Castlebar, on Monday evening from 5pm with removal at 7pm to the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar. Requiem Mass was held on Tuesday afternoon at 1pm and he was laid to rest afterwards in Castlebar New Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto draw which was held on Sunday, August 11, were 16, 33 and 45. The €25 prizewinners were Martin Reape, Mark Gordan, Gerard Kennedy and Maurice Sweeney. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on Sunday, August 18, in McNulty’s bar was €6,800.
Baby Boppers is coming to Kilglass Community Centre with sensory, music and movement classes for babies and toddlers. This class is excellent for children’s development, the singing and dancing and making little friends is great for the children and an excellent way to get them moving. The class is commencing on Friday, September 13, for babies at 10am and toddlers at 11am. For further details and to book 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.
Don’t forget to stop by and grab some freshly brewed coffee or tea to go as well as delicious homemade treats on Saturday and every Saturday morning from 11am to 3pm at Enniscrone Indoor Market in The Old Church right next door to Checkout Enniscrone shop.
With the new season about to commence, why not look the part by browsing the clubs training gear range which is available on the new club app. All items feature the new club crest and will be delivered to your address inside 7 days. The shop is open all year round.
To shop download the club app from your app store at the klubfunder and select Kilglass/Enniscrone as your club. When in the app click on the ‘shop now’ button to browse the shop.
Kilglass Parish Community Centre are offering co-working/hotdesks and meeting room hire in their A rated new building which is served with high speed broadband.
They are located less than 5 minutes from Enniscrone. Book your place at: https://www.kilglassparishcommunitycentre.com/digital-hub.html.
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The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA lotto which was held on August 10, was 16, 21, 27, and 32. Congratulations to Grainne Barrett who matched 3 numbers and won €100, also congratulations to Darragh Garvey who won €50 in the lucky dip. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on August 17, was €22,900.
Stepping Stones Childcare are looking to expand their team and require a qualified Early Years practitioner for immediate start full time/part time. The minimum qualification is FETAC QQ1 level 5 in childcare. If you are interested, send your CV to steppingstoneseaskey@gmail.com.
There are only 5 days to go until the live draw for the Western Gaels Hurling and Camogie Club for www.dreamholiday.ie. Get your tickets now which cost €25 each for six fantastic prizes. The live draw takes place on August 24 and to enter click www.dreamholiday.ie or contact 087 4774275.
Prizes on offer are 1st €8000 travel voucher plus €5000 spending money; 2nd €5000 travel voucher plus €3000 spending money; 3rd €3000 travel voucher plus €1000 spending money; 4th, 5th and 6th prizes are €1000 cash.
Proceeds for the fundraiser is going towards the development of their first pitch and it will be the first hurling and camogie grounds in Sligo. Join in this exciting journey towards your dream getaway and get your tickets now and secure your place in the draw.
