Local Notes: Lisaniska NS, Knockmore, took part in the FAI 5s competition in Belleek
Well done to the boys of Bunscoil Naomh Bríd agus Pádraig, Lisaniska, Knockmore, who represented their school with distinction at the recent FAI 5s competition in Belleek. The children performed brilliantly in all of their matches and were well supported by school staff and several parents who kindly made time to give their encouragement. The school entered two teams into the competition and the A team came up just one goal short of overall victory. The boys are already looking forward to next year's competition. Best of luck to the girls' teams who will be taking part shortly after Easter.
There was no winner of Crossmolina Deel-Rovers GAA Club lotto jackpot on Saturday night, March 9, in The Thatch Bar, and the numbers drawn were 6, 14, 19 and 31. Four punters matched three number’s Aidan O’Malley, Keenagh, Ballina; Shane McGuinn, Mullenmore, Crossmolina; Darragh and Allison Quinn, Quinn’s Chemist, Bridge Street, Crossmolina; Tom McDonnell, Eskeragh, Crossmolina, and they share the €150. This week’s jackpot is €10,500.
Connacht Pioneers are holding an Afternoon of Prayer in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel Knock on Palm Sunday, March 24, starting at 3pm and finishing with Mass at 5pm.
The following are the results of the weekly session on Thursday night in Kilmurry Centre. Best of 20 games; 1st Des McDonnell and Joe Ruddy, 2nd a tie Sam Lattermore and Frank Mc Donnell, Leo Ryan and Tom O’Malley, 3rd Michael McAndrew and Michael Cawley. Raffle winners were; 1st Joe Ruddy, 2nd Anthony Granahan, and 3rd Eugene Granahan. Hampers were won by 1st Michael Cawley and Breege McNamara, 2nd Vincent Crowley and Michael McAndrew.
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Ardagh GAA Club's lotto committee members have announced that the first lotto draw of the new football season will take place on Sunday, April 7. Purchasers of tickets are urged to return their tickets and remittance to any club official, collector or to the Junction Restaurant in Ballina as soon as possible. Annual tickets are currently on sale and can be obtained from any committee member. The 12 monthly ticket, priced at €50, entitles the purchaser to select two sets of four numbers to win or share the jackpot. Purchasers also have the option of buying their tickets online at www.ardaghgaaclub.com where they will be directed to the appropriate link. All support will be greatly appreciated by the lotto committee.
A very positive opening round for the various teams in Ardagh GAA Club last weekend with the junior team taking the points against Killala on a 2-12 to 1-6 scoreline in the North Mayo junior winter league and Ardmoy U-14 team pipping Swinford by a point on a 4-10 to 4-9 tally in the Mayo County U-14 league.
2024 annual membership for Ardagh GAA is now open to all club followers. Supporters can now purchase their membership online at www.foireann.ie and club officers greatly appreciate all support.
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On Easter Sunday night, April 31, Knockmore GAA in association with Mayo Roscommon Hospice are staging a ‘Stars in their Eyes’ event in Hotel Ballina and the show starts at 8pm. Tickets are on sale in the usual outlets. As always a great night is assured.
Knockmore Butterflies Play School are now enrolling children for ECCE places September 2024. Contact Lucy on 086 8726632 / 094 9258016 or email playschool@knockmore.ie.
On behalf of the Medical Missionaries of Mary, Drogheda, Sr Mary Hanley MMM, extends a sincere thank you for the used stamps that are collected in the parish and forwarded to them. They are a great financial help for their mission and deeply appreciated.
Congratulations to Mark Monaghan, Runagry, Knockmore; Aoibhe Medlor, Lisaniska, Knockmore and Patricia Duffy, Rinnmore, Knockmore, who were presented with their gold medals at the Pope John Paul 11 Awards held in St Nathy's College on February 19 last. They received their award for their work in the community.
All were saddened to learn of the passing of Gerry Sweeney, Currabaggan, Knockmore, which occurred on Thursday last, March 7, in Mayo University Hospital. Gerry was a much loved brother, uncle, neighbour and friend and will be dearly missed in the community. He reposed at McGowan s Funeral Home on the Saturday evening prior to his removal to Christ the King Church, Knockmore. His con-celebrated Mass was celebrated on Sunday morning where large numbers gathered to remember Gerry and pay him their final respects.
In the eulogy at the end of Mass, his sister Martina on behalf of their family recalled many memories of Gerry and his growing up in his native Currabaggan. She spoke of his courage in coping with his illness for the last number of years and of his great fondness for family and his many nephews and nieces. After members of Knockmore GAA formed a Guard of Honour as Gerry began his final journey to his resting place in Ballinahaglish cemetery.
Gerry was son of the late Nora and John and a member of a family of nine, three boys and six girls. He loved the land and his animals and took a great interest in Knockmore football and his nephews involvement with the team.
Pre-deceased by his sister Ann, his parents Nora and John and his sister-in-law Mary Sweeney, he is survived and sadly missed by his brothers John and Noel, his sisters Mary, Helen, Hilary, Teresa and Martina, his many nephews, nieces, cousins, and his many friends to whom deepest sympathy is extended. May he now rest in peace.
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There was no jackpot winner on March 6, and the numbers drawn were 2, 6, 9, and 28. Consolation prizes went to; Thomas Scott, Linda Chapman and Mary Ruddy. The numbers drawn on March 13, were; 1, 13, 16, 30. Consolation prizes went to Mary Ruddy, Mary Timlin and Carmel Moyles. The jackpot for March 20 is €6,350.
Killala Community Centre are now providing a Meals on Wheels service. They aim to provide a hot, nourishing, quality affordable meal to senior citizens or anyone in need of the service. The two course meals can be either collected at the centre for €7 or delivered to your home for €8. They deliver in the Killala, Lacken, Cooneal and Kilfian areas. If interested contact Barbara or Mary for more information on 096 32992.
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2024 Club Membership is now open follow the link https://gmssuport.zendesk.com/hc/engb/articles/360017355999-Setting-up-a-Foireann-account or contact John Diamond Club Register on 086 1625182.
The Rambling House will be held on Thursday, March 21, at 7.30pm in the Learning Forum.
Congratulations to Alan Carolan winner of the 50/50 draw on March 10. The next draw will be held on Sunday, March 24.
It is hoped to start a ‘Knit Night’ group as an informal but regular get together for those that enjoy knitting and crochet at the Moygownagh Learning Forum. If interested contact Jamie on 085 1891777.
Congratulations and well done to Carn NS on winning the novelty act at the Scorn a bPaisti County Final in Tooreen at the weekend.
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News items can be handed into the Failte Room by 10am on Thursday or phone 34130 or email tithecoistra@gmail.com.
Sympathy is extended to Frances Lavin and family and the extended Lavin and Forde families on the passing of Francie. May he rest in peace.
A vacancy exists in the Failte Room to assist with food preparation, hi-noon and other events. Rural Social Scheme criteria apply. Contact Henry Lawlor on 087 9226615 for more details.
The bonus ball winner last week was Páidi and Seamus Fogarty. There are numbers available and if interested contact Leo at 087 9163851.
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Daffodil Day in Ballycastle will take place on Friday, March 22, from 9am. Anyone interested in helping on the day can contact 086 3636208. Your support will be appreciated.
Easter Bingo in Ballycastle Community Hall will be held on Monday, March 25, at 8pm. There will be a €1,000 jackpot to be won on the night.
Sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of Anne (Nan) McLean nee Meenaghan, formerly of Cappagh and Lisbrin who died recently in Los Angeles. May she rest in peace.
Ballycastle GAA Club membership is now due for renewal. Standard membership is adult €70, family €100, OAP €35, student €35. Cairde membership: single €240, family €260. Benefits of Cairde Membership: membership €100 - County Board Ticket, 2 Club draw tickets, weekly entry to the 50/50 lotto for 2024 (worth €110), Option to pay by direct debit.
Congratulations to Eilis Ormsby, last weekend’s winner of €241.
The annual general meeting of Kiddies Korner will be held on Monday, April 8, at 7pm.
Any news items for inclusion in Ballycastle Notes in Western People can be emailed to ballycastle4@hotmail.com by 8pm on Wednesday for inclusion in the following Tuesday’s issue.
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The numbers drawn in the lotto held on March 9, were 1, 3, 6 and 30. The €40 winners were; Annie Mae Reape, (yearly); Maureen and Laura McShane, Kilbride; Mary Gallagher, Bonniconlon; Don Whatmore, Knockroe; and Anne Walsh, Bonniconlon. The latest draw was held on March 16, with a jackpot of €10,250.
Bonniconlon Drama Society are presenting their production of ‘Strictly for the Birds’, a 3 set act comedy by Sam Cree on Friday, March 22, Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 in the Grove Hall nightly at 8pm. Doors open 7pm. Tickets are available at the door - adults €12, national school children free.
Notices for the parish bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
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Kilfian GAA are hosting their annual 25 Drive Card Game in Killala Community Centre on Sunday, March 24, at 8.30pm with a prize fund of €1700 on the night. Tickets can be bought at the door and sellers will also be calling door-to-door over the coming days.
Kilfian GAA Club membership is now due for all players and members. The student rate is €25, and the adult rate is €50. Log on to your Foireann account to register membership or pay in the club. If there are any queries about membership or difficulties accessing Foireann, contact Bob on 087 2369293.
As match fixtures begin to recommence for Northern Gaels in 2024, updates can be accessed on the Kilfian GAA Facebook and Instagram accounts. Text alerts are also available to stay up to date with match fixtures and club news. Text JP on 087 3929199 if you wish to be included in the text alerts.
Cooneal Foroige club will hold a Community Clean Up on Saturday, March 23, at 2pm. Meet at school at 1.45pm. Support would be greatly appreciated.
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