Local Notes: Kiltane Tavern are Erris Pool League shield final winners.
Congratulations to Kiltane Tavern on winning the 2024/25 Shield Final which had been postponed but held recently with a 10-7 victory over Connolly’s.
Ed Holmes is crowned Champion of Erris for the third time. Congratulations to Ed Holmes who added more crystal to his collection with a flawless day of pool where he was only really tested in the final by his brother Colin. Both Ed and Colin had little trouble in reaching the final as between them they only dropped eight frames in total as they breezed through to meet each other in the final for the first time.
In a high quality final Ed came out on top with the key moment coming in the tenth frame when Colin missed a black to level the score at five frames apiece. Ed took the next frame with another excellent finish and was soon picking up the cup for the third time in six years.
Sean Noone and Pat McGowan were the beaten semi-finalists as both players came through some tough ties to reach that stage.
Thanks to all in Tra Bhui for their hospitality on the day and especially to Colin for having the tables in pristine condition; to Healy Amusements for their sponsorship of the event and to Ryan Gallagher for streaming during the day. Finally thanks to each and every player that entered in what turned out to be a real high quality field with some excellent matches taking place throughout the day.
Kiltane Tavern is the 2024/25 Shield champions with a 10-7 win over Connolly’s recently. The final had been delayed from last year due to unforeseen circumstances but it was finished with Kitty’s coming from 5-4 down to win 6-2 on the night. Congratulations to all in the Kiltane Tavern and thanks to both teams for putting the effort in to getting the match played.
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Erris Family and Community Support Centre (FCSC) is delighted to announce its formal inclusion in the National Family Resource Centre Programme, as announced by Minister Norma Foley and her party colleague Minister Dara Calleary last week. This marks a significant milestone for the project following a strategic and long-term campaign. The establishment and recognition of Erris FCSC within the National Programme represents a new chapter - one that provides structure, support, and renewed hope for families and individuals across the region.
Being part of the National Programme provides greater security, sustainability and opportunities for increased access to resources. It also connects Erris FCSC to a vibrant network of 136 Family Resource Centres (FRCs) across Ireland – a collective dedicated to sharing knowledge, supporting one another, and learning together to strengthen families and communities nationwide. The announcement comes three years after the initial steering committee were allocated annual core funding by the then CEO of Tusla, Mr. Bernard Gloster.
Since its establishment in 2023, the centre has worked from a combined model of family support and community development and aligns with the priorities of the FRC National Forum and its funder Tusla-The Child and Family Agency, particularly regards prevention and early intervention. At the heart of Erris FCSC’s work are community development values and principles - collective action, community empowerment, social justice, sustainable development, human rights, and participation – values which lie at the core of both the national network and of Erris FCSC’s own mission locally.
The Family Resource Centre Programme is Ireland’s largest family and community support programme, funded by Tusla- the Child and Family Agency under the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. Admission to the programme recognises the established role of Erris Family and Community Support Centre as a trusted and necessary resource for the local community.
After forty two years of exemplary service with An Post, a retirement function will be held in honour of postman Pádraig Deane on Saturday, March 28, in Healy’s Lounge, Glenamoy with music by Grace Kelly. An Post extend their sincere good wishes to Pádraig as he embarks on his retirement. All are welcome to attend.
The draw was held on March 9 and the numbers drawn was 8, 13, 15 and 25 with no winners. The two €50 winners were Cathal Barrett, Geesala and Ann Marie Doherty, Geesala. The two €25 winners were Oliver Munnelly, Geesala and Stephen Denton, Doohoma. The €50 online winner was Fionn McDonagh, Geesala and the €25 online winner was Linda Rowland. The next draw is in the Erris Coast Hotel with a jackpot of €7,500.
The club had a wonderful day out recently at Westport AC fabulous new track, and the club extend thanks to Westport for hosting a great event. The club is delighted with the 35 members who took part in so many different events, such as the 100m race, 400m race, relay racing, turbo javelin and long jump. Each and every child did Erris Athletic Club very proud, with lots of medals and personal bests won on the today. The club thank all the parents who travelled, and the coaches for all the work they do. Well done everyone.
Liam Barrett, Relatín Barrett, Dylan Brett, Blathín Carey ( U10 Turbo), Marc Carey, Molly Mae Carey, Jaden Conroy, Jack Conroy (U10 Relay ), Ruben Conroy, Aoibheann Deane (U10 Turbo), Cillain Fitzmaurice (U9 100m), Loracn Gaffney, Emily Gaughan (U10 100m), Ivy Gaughan (U9 Turbo), Paige Gaughan, Cara Geraghty (U10 Long Jump), Iollan Gruddy, Cian Holmes, Mae Howard, Annie Lavelle, Donal McAndrew, Liam Monaghan, Louie O'Connor (U10 100m, U10 Relay), Austin O' Keane (U10 Relay), Kyle Padden (U10 Relay), Paudie Padden, Theo Padden, Donal Reilly, Ella Reilly, Blaithín Shannon, Christopher Sheridan, Theo Sweeney, Erinin Thompson, Niamh Walsh and Maeve Walsh. The next competition for our U9 to U11 is the Connaught Indoors in April.
Congratulations to Kilcommon parish and to Mark Tighe and Chloe Reilly, the Community Educational Fund winners from Kilcommon parish who recently collected their €1,000 cheques. They are both wished the very best in their future studies and careers. Keep an eye out as the rest of our Community Educational Fund winners are announced.
Well done and thank you to Shane Moran from Glenamoy on completing his final 10km in aid of North West STOP-Suicide Prevention recently. Shane took on a challenge to run 10km a day for 28 days to raise funds for this important charity. This fundraising effort has raised nearly €8k for the service. NWSTOP provide free counselling in the Erris area. If you need support contact 0818 444 000 to arrange an appointment. The chairperson Rosaleen Lally was delighted to be able join Shane on his final 10km. Well done to everyone who came out to support and who has donated to this cause.
Irish Wheelchair Association is holding a 25 card drive on Friday, March 27, starting at 8pm. Tickets are €10 and are available from IWA Centre Logmore. Homemade boxty will be served on the night.
The Erris Branch of the INHFA and conjunction with the Midlands Vintage Group will hold their tractor/honda run on Easter Sunday, April 5, with proceeds going to St Brendan’s College Nurture Room. Registration is at 10.30am at the Broadhaven Bay Hotel with the run beginning at 12.30pm. For more information call Brendan on 087 1269023.
Free electrical recycling collection will be at the Civic Center car park in Belmullet on March 21 from 10am-4pm.
The Kilmore Community Sports Field will hold their annual general meeting on Friday, March 27, in the Kilmore Clubhouse at 8pm. All are welcome.
The Board of Management and pupils of Glencastle NS express their gratitude to everyone who took part in The Pete Carey Memorial Darts Competition, which was held in the Castle Inn on Saturday, January 31. A special word of thanks is extended to Peter Carey and Paul Barrett for organising the event; to Shane McHale from Erris Darts, and to everyone for their donations and for purchasing raffle tickets on the night. Míle buíochas to Paul and Andrea for hosting the event. A total of €1550 was raised on the night.
The draw was held on March 9, and the numbers drawn were; 5, 10, 22, and 28 for a jackpot €8,500 with no winner. The house prize winners of €100 was Donal Garvin, Portacloy and the 2 x €30 offline winners were Joe McNulty, Belderrig and Marie and Conor Tighe, Kilgalligan. The 2 x €30 online winners were Philip Cosgrove, Gortmore and Vincent McGrath, Glenamoy. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on March 16 was €8,600 and the draw was held in Belderrig Community Centre.
Well done to Drumgallagh Junior and Senior quiz teams who took part in the county final which was held in Ballina recently. Both teams did a fantastic job to reach this stage. A special mention to the senior team who narrowly missed out on a place in the national final by just one point after completing the tie breaker twice. An incredible effort by all involved.
