Local Notes: Group hug for Ballyglass boys as they celebrate late winner against Castlebar Celtic B
Time for a group hug as the Ballyglass boys celebrate a late late winner scored by Darren Reilly against Castlebar Celtic B in the Castlecourt Premier Division clash. Picture by Tom Quinn
There was no winner of the jackpot in the latest Ballintubber GAA lotto draw on Sunday, April 28. 4, 8, 9 and 10 were the numbers drawn and there was no jackpot winner. The winners of the consolation prizes of the €20 special €52k draw tickets on the night were Mike Murphy, Denise Walsh, David McHugh, John Jennings, Thomas McNally and Mickie and Kathleen Donnelly. Congrats also to Jason Joyce from The Neale, who is now living in Dublin, who was the lucky winner of two tickets to see the big upcoming Arsenal and Manchester United Premiership match. On last night, Monday, May 6, the jackpot stood at €4,800. All lucky dip winners get a ticket for the 'Win 52k' draw.
Ballintubber GAA draw 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 outlet.
In 1984 Ballintubber GAA Club celebrated the centenary of the foundation of the GAA with a Lá na gClub spectacle of Gaelic football in the Ray Prendergast Memorial Park in Clogher. Nine local teams were in action on the day which included two adult ladies teams, four adult men’s teams and three underage teams. Thankfully local footballer and photographer Kevin Coyne was on hand to capture all nine teams.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of that wonderful day the club will host an evening of reminiscence and nostalgia in the new Clogher clubhouse on Sunday evening, May 26, from 6-8pm. A vast array of photographs will be on display on the evening and refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend.
Carnacon LGFA has appointed Danny O'Toole as their new senior team manager. Danny O'Toole brings great experience to the role as he played with both Westport and Inishturk on the football field while also played rugby Westport Bulls RFC and for Connacht. He was joint manager of the Westport Bulls who won the Connacht Junior Cup in 2015 and he also played on the All-Ireland winning Mayo Masters teams of 2016 and '17 as well as Ireland in the Masters Compromise Rules series in 2016. Carnacon LGFA have slipped somewhat in recent years having been defeated in last season's county semi-final and both Knockmore and Burrishoole have won county titles in the period after Carnacon totally dominated Mayo ladies football for a score of years or more. The club who won six All-Ireland titles and 15 Connacht crowns in the glory days are wished a speedy return to the lofty standards of their proud history.
Congrats to Ballintubber U14 players Dáithí Feerick, James Staunton, Ross Malone (joint Captain), Noah Murphy, David Keane and Conor Fahy who were part of the Balla Secondary school team that won the 1st year Connaught C Championship final against Abbey Community College, Boyle, on a score of 4-8 to 3-9.
Sincere condolences are extended to Ciaran and Maria (Hayes) and all the Diffily family on the passing of Ciarán's father Michael Diffily Michael, RIP, Portmarnock and formerly of Ballinameen, Co. Roscommon and late of An Garda Síochána. Michael passed away peacefully on April 27, in the care of Beaumont Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
He is deeply regretted by his wife Anne, daughter Orla, sons Dara, Shane, Ronan and Ciaran, daughters-in-law Gillian, Dorothy and Maria, his adored grandchildren Zoe, Tiarnan, Ciara, Freddie, Carly, Jack, Oscar, Milo and Max, sisters Monica and Etta, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours.
His remains reposed in Staffords Funeral Home, Golf Links Road, Portmarnock, on last Tuesday, April 30, with removal taking place to St Anne’s Church, Portmarnock, on Wednesday morning for 10am Funeral Mass followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
The AGM of Lough Carra Group Water Scheme will take place on next Monday night at 8pm in the CWS Office in Ballyglass.
Ballyglass will hold an official Darkness into Light 5km walk this year in aid of Pieta House at 4.15am on the morning of Saturday, May 11. Volunteers will be needed to ensure everything goes smoothly and safely on the day so anyone who would like to be a steward, or help out in any other way, let anyone on the community council know closer to the time. To sign up, you can register online and look out for the registration evening which will take place closer to the time. This event is open to everybody, and registration is open online now. More details to follow.
The results from Monday night, April 29; 1st Chris Turner and Pat Griffith, 2nd Noel Costello and Dave Gibbons and Peter Glynn and Tomas Solan. 3rd was shared between Patricia Jennings and Margaret Mannion; Mary Morrin and Jimmy Sheridan. Last 10 winners were Tom and Patsy Flatley and the raffle prizes went to Chris Turner and Pat Griffith. The card games continue every Monday from 9pm.
The numbers drawn on April 29, were 18, 19, 21 and 27. There was no winner of the €6,900 jackpot. The match 3 winners were Margaret Haywood and Oliver Connelly. Consolation prizes went to Tom Connolly, Cathal O’Malley, Bernard Haywood, Pat Delaney and Rebecca McNeely.
Ballyglass Community Council have extended ‘Thanks’ to their loyal supporters, all the wonderful vendors and food truck operators and all who help to make the market a success every month. The next market will be on May 12, from 11am to 2pm.
A pastoral council meeting will be held on this Tuesday evening, May 7, in the Dorter Room, Ballintubber Abbey at 8pm. All members are requested to attend. First Holy Communion will take place in Carnacon Church on May 11 at 12 noon and in St Patrick’s Church, Killawalla at 2pm. The Sacrament will be administered in Ballintubber Abbey on May 18 at 12 noon.
The special Grandparents Mass will take place on June 1 and 2. Cemetery Masses will be celebrated on July 6 and 7. A “Light the Fire” Open Air Mass will be held on Sunday, August 4, on the grounds of the Abbey.
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The latest Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto draw took place on April 27 for a jackpot of €11,700. 1, 2, 10 and 17 were the numbers drawn. Online consolation prizes went to Harry Sheehan and Paula Neill. The jackpot stood at €11,800 on Saturday, May 4.
The Kellogg’s Cúl Camp, Tuar Mhic Éadaigh will take place from the July 22 to 26. The website for booking children into Cúl Camp is now open: https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/.
A lotto bonus number fundraising draw will commence again on May 11. There will be a weekly €100 prize available to the holder of the correct bonus number each Saturday night (without Lotto plus 1 and plus 2). The cost is €100 for six months and details can be had from 094 9544088 or anthuarmhiceadaigh@gmail.com.
The Killawalla NS children will receive their First Holy Communion on next Saturday, May 11, at 2pm in St Patrick’s Church Killawalla.
First Communion will take place in St Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady on May 12. Best wishes to all the First Communicants for a special and most memorable day.
The annual Tourmakeady Outing to Knock will take place on Wednesday, June 28, this year. The bus will depart from O’Toole’s at 10am for 11.45 Mass celebrated by Fr Jarlath Heraty at the Shrine. Lunch will be served at St Mary’s Restaurant Knock at 12.30pm and the return trip will commence at 4.15 approx. arriving back in Tourmakeady at 5.30. Places can be booked from Katie Clarke at 097 9650811, Kathleen Gibbons at 087 7660081, Sally Gibbons on 087 2974375 or Nora at the Halla on 094 9544295.
The next conversational Irish class will take place again on this Wednesday morning May 8, from 11 to 12 noon. All are welcome and more information and details is available from Stiofán opt.cdst@gmail.com / 087 3970227.
The Knitting Circle Group meets in the Halla every Monday evening from 7.30-9.30pm. Further details are available from 087 7657191.
The Parent & Toddler Group meet in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh on Tuesdays from 10.30-12.30 pm. There are plenty of toys for the children, and parents can have chat and a cuppa. New members welcome. The Social Club meets up on Thursdays at 2pm for a social meeting, light exercise, bingo and a friendly get-together.
Killawalla Community has extended a sincere thanks to everyone who came out and supported the recent table quiz and they really appreciate the support. Congratulations to the winners and thank you to everyone who donated spot prizes.
Killawalla Community Council has planned to hold the annual Community Family Day on July 7. This is a special day out for all the family with activities entertainment and refreshments.
Killawalla Community Council is also hosting a Darkness into Light walk in aid of Pieta House on Saturday morning, May 11, at 4.15am from Killawalla Community Centre. The link for online donations is - https://www.darknessintolight.ie/.../killawall.../fundraiser. They will also accept donations on the morning. For further information contact: Micheal 087 414 5726, Carmel 087 2879701, or Siobhan at 087 671 3940.
Congratulations to David and Sinead Lally, Gortnacullin, who were recent winners of the Tuar Mhic Eadaigh National School, weekly draw. Congratulations to the Lally family, Tawnagh, the Flatley family, Ballintubber and the Duffy family, Gortmore, all of whom were recent winners of the Partry AFC weekly Wednesday draw. Congrats also to Gabriel Burke and Walter Schevren who were recent €100 winners of the Partry Residents Association Saturday night bonus number draws.
There are a number of places available on the Farmer to Farmer Biodiversity Mentorship Programme. The 'Horse's Mouth 'mentoring programme is back for 2024. The Horse’s Mouth advisory service is available to 50 farms across Ireland to receive on-the-ground practical advice from fellow farmers on how to improve biodiversity on their land. This programme is supported with funding from NPWS and DAFM. Applications are open until May 31, at https://bit.ly/TheHorsesMouth.
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Breaffy GAA lotto stands at €20,600 for tonight’s draw on May 7. The numbers drawn last week on April 30, were 9, 23, 24 and bonus: 2. There was no jackpot winner. Also there was no match 3 winners and congrats also to the Lucky Dip winners. All players this week will be included in a draw to win a €50 voucher for Mulroy's Londis Breaffy Road. The club have extended sincere thanks to all who support the weekly draws. Play online: https://www.lottoraiser.ie/BreaffyGAA/.
Breaffy GAA U6 academy is under way and all are welcome to join in the fun every Saturday in Ballyheane GAA pitch from 9.15am.
Belcarra Community Council’s latest lotto draw featured an attractive jackpot of €6,300. The numbers drawn were 9, 15, 24 and 31. There was no jackpot winner. The lucky dip winners of €30 were Stacey Kay, Belcarra, Thomas Cunnane c/o Flukies, Paul Keane, Belcarra and Chrissie Galvin, Lisaniskea. The weekend jackpot prize stood at €6,400 on May 6. Tickets are on sale in Cunningham’s Costcutter, Cuffe Car Sales, Nestors and Flukies. Thanks as always for the support of patrons.
Belcarra Foróige Club are organising a cake sale and refreshments in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice in Belcarra Community Centre at 8.45pm on Saturday, May 11, in memory of Siobháin Tolan. All are welcome.
The christian community in the parish have welcomed its latest member Ariyan Cunningham who was baptised recently in St Anne's Church, Belcarra. Congratulations to her parents and family.
Ballyheane Community First Responders (CFR) Group is currently looking for volunteers in Killawalla and Errew areas. Training continues for the group on Thursday nights in Ballyheane Community Centre's main hall. The CFR group has a team of dedicated volunteers who act as Community First Responders within the Ballyheane, Ballintubber, Carnacon, Clogher, Errew and Killawalla areas.
Mayo Stoma Support Group will be holding a meeting on May 23, at 7pm in the Ellison Hotel Castlebar All are welcome, phone 087 6275766 with your name and number of people attending.
This scheme is now open for applications in 2024; please see below for details of how the initiative operates this year. For more information / queries email mayosportspartnership@mayococo.ie or phone 094 9064360. The scheme, supported by Sport Ireland, has a total available fund of €35,000 which is categorized under 2 headings. To apply go to Return to Sport Small Grant Scheme 2024 | Mayo County Council and please note that all applications are to be made online with the link to the above funding streams. The closing date for is 5pm on next Friday, May 10, and the maximum allocation to any one project can be €1,000, this is dependent on meeting the criteria and overall quality of the initiative. The Mayo Sports Partnership committee will decide on all successful applications and its recommendations are final. If clubs / groups require assistance on the scheme; email mayosportspartnership@mayococo.ie or phone the Sports Partnership office at 094 9064360.
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All associated with Balla CRD and community were delighted last week at the announcement of funding for the 'Raise the Roof' project to replace the roof of Balla Community Centre. Funding of €137,148 was secured from Minister Heather Humphreys department for the project. Well done to all in Balla CRD who work very hard on this project. Thanks have been extended to local councillors and public representatives for their roles and support which is also reflective of the hard work of the community and the organisation.
Balla Vintage and Classic Motor Show and auto jumble will be held on Sunday, May 12, in Balla Mart. There will be food vans, kid’s attractions and fun and games for all on the day. Vintage, classic and modified cars, tractors, trucks and motorbikes all accepted. Admission is €10 and exhibitors and kids go free. The gates are open at 7am for exhibitors and 11am for the general public. Call Liam at 087 8171479 or Peter at 087 2661512 for further details.
Balla CRD is starting a vegetable Growing Course on May 20. Contact 087 1850860 for details. The highly active CRD are also organising a Drystone Walling Workshop on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9. Contact 087 1850860 for further information.
Congratulations are extended to Balla Secondary School leaving certificate students who celebrated their Graduation Mass on last Thursday. They are wished ongoing success in their college and career pursuits.
Confirmation for pupils from Belcarra and Clogher will be held on next Friday, May 10, at 12 noon. The sacrament will also be conferred on the pupils from Balla and Manulla on the same day at 2.30pm.
First Communion for children from Balla and Manulla is on Saturday, May 18, at 11am and First Communion for the children of Belcarra and Clogher will be on Saturday, May 25, at 11am.
The rosary is prayed every Wednesday at 6pm in the chapel at the Holy Well in Balla. Prayer has taken place at the location for over 1,500 years. All are welcome.
Balla GAA Club lotto jackpot prize stood at €6,200 for the latest draw on Thursday, May 2. The numbers drawn the previous week on April 25, in Flukies were; 12, 18, 20 and 28. There was no winner of the jackpot. The €30 winners were Tom and Aileen Walsh (standing order), Anne and Paddy Madden (cash sale) and Bernie Gormley (cash sale). The latest draw was on Thursday, May 2, in The Railway Tavern when the jackpot stood at €6,200. Thanks to all who support Balla GAA lotto.
Manulla FC Jackpot stood at €14,100 for the draw on April 28. 3, 4, 23 and 32 were the numbers drawn and there was no jackpot winner on the night. The consolation prize winners were Colette Heqaney, Clogherbeg (online), Laura Durkan, Whitethorn (online), Christy Ruane, Ashling (online). The weekend jackpot stood at €14,200. The club are deeply grateful to their weekly patrons. Play online: https://manullafc.ie/lotto/.
Manulla FC Girls Academy is back and training is every Friday night from 6 to 7pm on the Manulla Astro. The academy is open to girls born 2016 to 2019 inclusive.
A 4k memory walk for Colin will take place on May 18, at 12 noon from Mayo Abbey Church. €5 per person is the fee and U10s will go free. Registration will be open from 11am. Free tea, coffee and sandwiches served. Proceeds are in aid of Pieta House.
The Pioneer Region Summer Tour this year is a one day tour of Connemara. The itinerary is being finalised at the moment and the cost is €75 (depending on numbers). Persons interested in travelling are asked to contact their local Pioneer Centre, Mayo Abbey Pioneer Centre, Mary Jo Barrett, Paddy Gibbons or Michael Fallon. It is necessary to know numbers participation in order to make final arrangements.
The Sewing Circle takes place every Monday morning between 10.30 and 12.30. Phone Josie at 087 2944995. Artful Minds and Yoga also take place. “Move it or lose it" sessions take place every Tuesday from 10am to 11am. Women’s Healing Circle runs from 6 to 9pm. Wednesdays - 10.30am until 12.30pm Parent and Toddlers, 7 to 10pm Bridge Club, Thursday, Children’s Drama and Knitwits. The Balla Active Retirement Group activities are on Fridays from 2 to 5pm - Friday, 7.30pm to 9pm, Foróige Club and Saturday, Seannós dancing and card game.
Balla Community Centre main function room is the ideal setting for meetings, presentation nights, drama events and social occasions. Those who wish to book a meeting room, the kitchen or the hall for your organisation, club or private event, get in touch on 094 9365846.
Victorious Balla Boys
Well done to Balla Secondary School U15 team for winning the boys Minor “B” all Ireland final last week. Congrats to all current and former players on a great 5-0 win against Grange Community College.
A Seán Keane concert will be held on Friday, May 31, in Balla Community Centre. Tickets are on sale at the centre and in local shops. All proceeds are in aid of The Sensory Garden and strong support is urged for the worthy cause.
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. New players are always welcome.
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Clogher Half Marathon returns on May 26, this year. One of the fastest half marathon courses in Connacht it is expected to attract many athletes and you can register and join on the day. Refreshments will be served afterwards.
Card game results for Friday, April 26, were 1st Joe Thomas and Gay Conway, Michael Giblin and Thomas Fitzpatrick, 3rd Eileen Moran and Mary McDonagh, Jimmy Connor and Tommy Lyons, Margaret Mannion and Majella Corbett and Breege Blake and Bernie Heneghan. The last 10 winners were; Derek Quinn and Tom Fahey. The committee greatly appreciates the great support of the card players for the Alzheimer’s Tea Day collection on the night. The game continues every Friday night at 9 pm.
The Clogher Community has extended its sincere sympathy to the family of Mrs Joan Moran, of Knockaraha who passed away last week. May she rest in peace.
Due to unforeseen circumstances the Car Boot Sale to raise funds for the Active Retirement Group did not take place last year. However, all the donations were safely stored away and on Sunday, April 28, a group of volunteers were able to have a table at the sale that day. Thanks to all who donated items for the sale and to all the volunteers who helped on the day. Any items which were unsold will be donated to some of the Charity Shops in Castlebar.
Clogher Community Employment Scheme currently has two vacancies - a Heritage Project Coordinator at Clogher Heritage Centre and a childcare practitioner at Ballyheane Buttercups Childcare. For further details and information see www.jobsireland.ie or contact Clogher Community Centre at 094 9360891.
