Local Notes: Jimmy Mills, Barnatra is Resident Manager of the Year.
Congratulations to Jimmy Mills formally of Gorthmellia, Barnatra, who received the Resident Manager of the Year award by the Hibernian Society in New York recently pictured with his wife Cathy, daughter Cathy and son Jimmy.
Congratulations Jimmy Mills formally of Gorthmellia, Barnatra, and resident in New York for over thirty years and has been long-time resident manager of a building on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, was celebrated as Resident Manager of the Year by the Hibernian Society at a dinner held recently at Tavern on the Green.
With more than 40 years of dedicated service to both his building and the Hibernian Society, Jimmy has built a reputation for professionalism, leadership, and genuine care for his residents some of which are well known Movie stars and TV personalities. The Hibernian Society, an organisation that celebrates Irish heritage and community involvement, selects one member each year who exemplifies excellence in building management and service. This year’s award recognises Jimmy’s lasting impact on his Upper West Side community and his decades-long contribution to the society’s mission of friendship, unity, and charity.
The 9th annual Mayo Dark Sky Festival takes place from Friday, October 31, to Sunday, November 2, and includes formal talks on themes of astronomy, biodiversity and culture, as a well as planetarium, seashore, safari, art exhibitions, musical performances and a lantern parade. It is held in the towns and villages surrounding Mayo Dark Sky Park – Newport, Mulranny and Ballycroy. See https:///www.mayodarkskyfestival.ie/ for programme information.
There was no winner of the lotto draw on Thursday, October 16. The numbers drawn were 4, 7, 22 and 6. The €75 One for All voucher was won by Ann Togher Nallen, Achadh a Ghlaisín; Liam Moffat, Crossmolina (€50) and Simon Sweeny, An Fód Dubh (€25) were the Lucky Dip winners. Lotto is now €22,000 with the draw every Thursday night and a Match 3 prize of €500.
Since Workability was launched in July 2024, they have celebrated lots of achievements for local employers and clients alike, for example: 4 clients got part-time jobs, 30 people trained in Disability Awareness, 1 client set up own business, 1 employer benefitting from Wage Subsidy Scheme. If you are an employer, get in touch with us to find out more. Do you have a medical condition or difficulty, and are you looking for work. Email rosemariemangan@mayonortheastldc.com or call Siobhán 087 499 6605 to get more information on Erris Workability. Labhair linn i módh ruin. All confidential.
The draw was held on October 19, and the numbers drawn were; 16, 25, 30 and 36 for a jackpot of €6,500 with no winner. The house prize of €100 was won Eoin Walsh, Tallagh Hill and the €30 offline winners were Asumpta King, Glengad and Peadar Caulfield, Inver. The €30 online winners were Zita Sheridan, Pullathomas and Máire Cait Uí Mhurchu, Kilgalligan. The latest draw was held on October 23 in Healy’s, Glenamoy, for a jackpot of €6,600.
The AGM of the Ballycroy Community Council was held recently. The newly elected committee comprises of chairperson Bernadette Shanahan; secretary Frances Cleary, treasurer Sinéad Carolan, joint P.R.O. is Brighde Barnes and Hanoria Hough. There was a newly elected fundraising committee who will take on the task this year - Dominic McNeela, Ellen Ginty, Sadie Ginty, Christina Togher, Martina Conway and Mary Ginty. New members are asked if they would like to join to contact any of the above members. There will be monthly updates from meetings (1st Tuesday of every month at 8pm). Booking for the community centre must be done through email on ballycroycommunitycouncil@gmail.com.
There is a new lockbox and codes will be given to groups after bookings are made. The gym is near completion and all members whose membership was paused over the last number of months will be contacted via email and new members wishing to join are asked to contact ballycroycommunitycouncil@gmail.com.
The accounts were reviewed and ratified. Members of the community council thanked all sponsors who supported them throughout the year.
Finally, card games are back in in the community centre on November 7 and 28.
There was no winner of this week’s Kiltane GAA Club lotto jackpot of €5,400 with the two €50 winners being Michael Scanlon, Dingle and Tony Ruddy, Glencullen Lower, while Charles Healy, Glencullen Lower and Brian Farrell, c/o Corner House both won €25. The two online winners were Caroline McDonagh, Geesala €50 and Gerard Sweeney, Kent €25. Bingo will take place in the GAA complex Bangor this Tuesday, October 28, at 8pm. The jackpot will be €650 in 48 calls or less.
A Parenting Workshop will be hosted by Erris Family and Community Support Centre on Friday, November 7, delivered by Clinical Psychologist, Laura Coleman.
Laura has over 30 years of experience working with children and adolescents, and she also specialises in parenting support. She regularly delivers talks, training events and workshops for a range of audiences. She is especially interested in the benefits that understanding the mind has for parent child relationships.
Secondary to the workshop, they will be looking at establishing a Parent Support Group locally. They know many parents would benefit from regular peer support and to have a space where they can connect, get advice and share experiences.
The recent RNLI golf classic was a great success at Carne Golf Links. If you are wondering who the winners are….its everybody that made the day possible. Ballyglass RNLI were on site from early morning hearing stories from visitors about the fun that was had; the quality of accommodation and the breath taking spectacle that is Carne Golf Links. People travelled from all over to play with teams from rescue services all over the country, locals, and visitors. They are truly honoured by the generosity, the encouragement and kindness from everyone and they got a great Erris welcome from Gerry, Fiona and the team at Carne.
Ballyglass RNLI extend thanks to their own volunteers who helped to make it all happen and a big thank you to the sponsors who have donated so generously. Everyone they met coming through after the first 9 holes have all complimented the sponsorship and commented on it. They were very impressed when they were told them it’s all local. Any first timers in Carne and Erris have said they will be back.
Everyone received a warm, generous welcome from the people of Iorras and that is what makes Iorras one of the best places in the world to be.
Transition year and 5th year students spent two days in Achill recently, where they did their Gaisce adventure trip with beautiful scenery to see and plenty of walking. The students stayed overnight in Achill Outdoor, and they really enjoyed it. Many thanks to all the staff who looked after them there, and special thanks to the teachers - Máistir Mac Cabhail, and Iníon ní Mhaonaile who went with the group on this trip. Well done everyone.
What a fantastic turnout for the first night back after the summer break at Erris Darts Youth Club. Congratulations to Dathai McLaughlin, winner of the friendly competition overcoming Alex Bielinski. They also had great fun doing some darts training activities with the younger youths who had brilliant energy all around. Special mention to the only female youth player Robyn. Well done Robyn. It would be great to see more girls getting involved, it’s not just for the boys.
The club extend thanks to the Erris Darts players for coming along to help guide and supervise, and to everyone who helped with the setup, they couldn't do it without you.
Erris Difib will be hosting a talk on Heart Health for women on Monday, December 1, at 7.30pm in the Broadhaven Bay Hotel. The talk will be given by Sharon from The Irish Heart Foundation. There is no need for appointment, just turn up on the night. Looking forward to seen you all. Tea and coffee will be served. If you would like any information email errisdefib@gmail.com or contact 086 1611799.
Deepest sympathies are extended to the family of Michael Gaughan, Monaghrory, Clogher; Eddie O’Boyle (better known as ‘Ned’), Lincolnshire, England and formerly of Piper, Ballymacsheeron, Binghamstown; Jim Harkin, The Claddagh, Galway and formerly of New York City and ‘The Thatch Pub’, Headford, Co. Galway; Anthony Masterson (better known as Tony), Whitmore Way, Waterbeach, Cambridge, England and a native of Tallagh, Ballycroy; Willy Healy, Healy's Hall, Glenamoy and formerly of New York, peacefully at Sonas Nursing Home, Belmullet; Kayleigh McAndrew, No 5 Inver, Barnatra; and Thomas Cosgrove, Doolough, Geesala. May they rest in peace.
Math isn't just an important subject in school, it’s essential for many of your daily tasks. Everyone had a fantastic day recently hosting the Annual Maths Week Quiz at Our Lady’s Secondary School for the brilliant pupils from the local primary schools. The energy, teamwork, and brainpower on display were amazing.
Congratulations to the quiz winners: 1st Drumgallagh NS, 2nd SN Corrchloch, and 3rd Shraigh NS. A big thank you to the fantastic transition year students who helped to organise and run the quiz, you did an amazing job making the day such a success; to Carey's Newsagents in Belmullet for their kind sponsorship of the prizes.
Teach Greannai in Cornboy are holding their Annual Halloween party on October 30 at 2.30pm, so bring along your little ghouls and goblins for an evening of scary fun and frollicks. Woodturning courses returns shortly on November 3, and for all enquiries contact 097 88935. G-Teic an Corrán Buí, has availability. With high tech Wi-Fi, why not rent your hot desk now.
