Local Notes: Hallinan family enjoy reunion in Enniscrone
First, second and third cousins and extended family at the reunion of the Hallinan family, Loginema, Culleens, which was held in the Ocean Sands Hotel recently.
Easkey GAA wishes Mikey Gordon the best of luck as he heads Down Under to Australia.
"He is a natural leader on and off the pitch, his presence will be sorely missed but we wish him joy, success, and happiness on his future endeavours Down Under," said the club. "Hopefully we will see him back playing with the Sea Blues (and the Black and White) before too long."
This year, Wild and Well Festival is expanding to a full weekend experience.
Rooted in community connection and creativity, Wild and Well 2025 offers a welcoming space to explore practices and experiences that nurture your connection to yourself, others, and the world around you. The weekend will be held form September 5 to 7 at Annaghmore House in Collooney.
Hard luck to the Eoghan Rua minor girls who bowed out of the championship last week after suffering defeat to a stronger Curry side.
Although the championship campaign hasn’t gone the way the girls would have liked it to, they can still be proud of their efforts for the 2025 season and must not forget their league achievements winning the ACL Division 1 League back in May.
This marked the end of an era for a number of the girls as their underage football journey has come to an end. It has been an incredible journey for the girls and the club are so proud to have seen them progressing through the ages over the last number of years. The club wish those girls the very best of luck as they progress into the senior and junior adult ladies teams over the next couple of years.
"Thank you for always wearing our club crest with pride throughout the last number of year. Thanks also to the management team for the 2025 season - Bryan, Patrick and Tara," said the club.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto draw, which was held on Sunday, August 24, were 3, 14 and 17.
There was no jackpot winner and the €25 prizewinners were Niki Battle, Conor Wall, Eugene Sweeney and Patrick Brennan.
The jackpot in the latest draw, which was held on Sunday, August 31, in Gilroy’s Bar, was €6,800.
Jesus and Mary Secondary School in Enniscrone extends heartfelt congratulations to all the Leaving Certificate students on their outstanding results this year. They are especially proud to celebrate Roisin Feeney and Amy Egan for their academic excellence in achieving over 600 points in the Leaving Cert examination 2025.
This year’s results reflect the hard work, resilience and talent of the students and dedicated teachers with 20% students achieving over 500 points; 62% achieved over 400 points and these results significantly surpass the national average and continue the tradition of excellence at Jesus and Mary Secondary School, Enniscrone.
The school are so proud of each of the Leaving Certificate students for their dedication and commitment and they are wished every success in the exciting paths that lie ahead.
Saturday is market day at the Old Church, Enniscrone, from 11am to 3pm. Stroll the stalls, grab a coffee and a sweet treat to eat, go around have a chat with the traders, get fresh fruit and vegetables.
Dermot Gilmartin is taking part in a fundraiser for the Kevin Bell Foundation Trust in memory of Conor Burke who recently passed away in Thailand.
This charity provides financial assistance and support to bereaved families, helping them to repatriate the bodies of loved ones who pass away while abroad. All donations will be greatly appreciated for this very worthwhile cause. Donations can be made on the GoFundMe website. Money can also be placed in an envelope marked 'Kevin Bell Trust' and given into the church.
Kilglass Enniscrone Utd FC have installed two new bottles and can return bins at the grounds, kindly provided by the Deposit Return Scheme.
The club is asking all patrons to use these yellow bins for recyclable items such as plastic bottles and tin cans, as it will help the environment and help the club.
Every success Kilglass Enniscrone Utd FC has celebrated over the years is a direct result of its incredible volunteers.
The club is looking to expand that dedicated community and invite you to lend a hand. They need support in all areas of the club, but particularly coaches, and no experience is necessary.
Whether you are a passionate soccer fan or simply want to contribute to your local team, there is a perfect role waiting for you.
Ready to make a difference? Contact the coaching officer on 085-2514133 to volunteer.
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This September 13, the family and friends of Mary Mitchell (nee Curley) are coming together to honour her memory with a special second annual Memorial Walk.
The walk is being held to raise vital funds for two local causes close to the hearts of Mary's family - the Sligo Cancer Support Centre, Tubbercurry, and the Foxford and District Alzheimer Trust. Both organisations provide invaluable support to individuals and families facing difficult journeys, and this fundraiser is a way of giving back in Mary’s name.
The walk takes place at Lough Talt, Co Sligo on Saturday, September 13, at 2pm, with registration at 12 noon. Registration fee on the day is €20 and the walk starts and finishes at Lough Talt Church F91 HK29. Refreshments and music will be provided afterwards at the Ox Mountain Heritage Centre (F91 PAF8). If you would like to make a donation and support this great cause, go to www.idonate.ie and search for 'Gerry Curley'.
Castleconnor Foróige Club is hosting an information evening ahead of the club’s return in October. The club provides a safe, fun and welcoming space for young people to meet new friends, get involved, and be part of their community.
To keep the club running, they need more adult volunteers this year, so if you are curious about what is involved, go along on Friday, September 19, at 8pm to Castleconnor Community Centre. Everyone is welcome, young people, parents, and potential volunteers.
Castleconnor Community Games congratulate Caolan Mulrooney on winning fourth place medal in the U-14 100m at the National Finals in Carlow recently. Well done also to Lauren Mulrooney who made it to the final of the U-16 100m and finished in fifth place.
The boys U-14 4x100m relay narrowly missed out on a place in the final, well done to Jack, Sonny, Donnacha and Caolan.
Sean Gordon competed in the U-10 100m, and the Castleconnor Community Games are very proud of all the athletes who represented not just their county but Castleconnor parish as well.
The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA lotto which was held on Saturday, August 23, were 2, 14, 15 and 40.
John Clarke won the match 3 draw and the lucky dip winner of €50 was Mary and Damien Creighton.
The jackpot in the latest draw held on Saturday, August 30, was €13,400.
