Local Notes: Mayo man graduates with Bachelor of Medicine (MB) of Surgery and Obstetrics
Congratulations are extended to Darragh McGovern, Carnacon who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine (MB) of Surgery BCh) and of Obstetrics (BAO) from the University of Galway.
Balla GAA Club lotto jackpot prize stood at €7,000 for the latest draw on Thursday, June 27, in The Shebeen. The numbers drawn the previous week on Thursday, June 20, in The Rendezvous were 6, 22, 31 and 33. There was no winner of the jackpot. The €30 winners were Geraldine Surdival (online), Judy Boyle (online) and John Holian (online). Thanks to all who support Balla GAA lotto.
Another comprehensive gardening course will take place in Balla on July 8. This is a great opportunity to discover the art of Gardening from 6.30 to 9.30pm. Check in at Balla Community Centre every two weeks and the modest fee is €50. Limited places are available and for more information call Balla CFD at 094 9365846/ 087 1850860 or email info@balla.ie. This course is part funded by MSLETB.
The death has occurred of Ray Armstrong, Burris, Manulla, Castlebar, Co Mayo. Ray passed away peacefully on June 21, after a long illness at Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar. Predeceased by his parents John and Mai, he is deeply regretted by his heartbroken wife Teresa, brother Charlie, sisters-in-law Rita (Manulla), Veronica (Doyle, Sydney), Beatrice (Gallagher, Maynooth), Geraldine (McNicholas, Sraheens), Jarlatha (Kelly, Ballyheane), brother-in-law John (Kelly, Ballyheane), nephew John and his wife Michelle, nieces Oonagh and her partner Greg and Aoife and her husband Damien, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended.
Ray’s remains reposed at his residence in Burris, Manulla, Castlebar, on Sunday, June 23, from 4 until 6pm. The removal of his remains took place on Monday morning at 10.30 for Requiem Mass at 11am in St Joseph’s Church, Keelogues, Ballyvary. Burial ceremonies took place afterwards in Keelogues Cemetery. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.
The latest Manulla FC lotto draw was held on Sunday, June 30, for a massive jackpot of €15,000. The numbers drawn the previous week were 3, 5, 21 and 29. There was no jackpot winner. Consolation prizes went to Karen Brennan, Manulla, online, Margaret Quigley, online and Walter Barrett, Knockmore, online . The club are deeply grateful for the weekly support of their patrons.
Congratulations to Phillip Griffith from Manulla FC U12 Boys who took gold in the All Ireland 600m and bronze in the long jump recently. It was an amazing achievement to win 2 All Ireland medals. Well done Phillip, the club are all very proud of your success.
Manulla FC has extended profound thanks to all wonderful children who were out and about at the shops in Castlebar and Balla raising vital funds for the development of Manulla FC youths teams. Sincere thanks to all who donated and supported the worthy cause.
Manulla FC Summer Camp will take place from the 19th to the 23rd of August this summer. The camp will run daily from 10.30am to 2.30pm. The Camp will be suitable for boys and girls aged between 6 and 14 years of age. The fees are 2 child, €60, 2 children, €110 and 3 children €160. It promises to be a great week of fun this summer with a UEFA B license coach. Book a brilliant week by contacting Conor on 083 1753142.
Would you like to do Drystone walling workshop on July 27 and 28 from 10am to 4.30pm? Learn the traditional skill of drystone walling with conservation stonemason Dominic Keogh. This introductory two day workshop will have participants working together as a team to create a stone feature over the course of the weekend and leaving with the skills to repair and build their own drystone walls. Contact 087 1850860: info@balla.ie for details.
Mindspace Mayo offers a free support service to young people (12-25years) in Co Mayo, presenting with anything from common concerns, e.g. dealing with break-up, exam stress, bullying) to emerging mental health difficulties like mild depression and anxiety. Mindspace is located in Market Square, Castlebar and anyone can make a referral. Visit www.mindspacemayo.ie or call 094 9067001.
Mayo County Council invite submissions from community groups, residents associations, schools, Tidy Town committees or other organisations who are interested in receiving funding to co-fund public education and awareness initiatives against litter or graffiti. Completed submissions should be made to the Environment Section of Mayo County Council not later than next Friday, July 5. Application forms are available below. For an application form for Anti-Litter and Anti-Graffiti Awareness Grants 2024, contact The Environment, Climate Action and Agriculture Section, Mayo County Council, Aras an Chontae, Castlebar, Co Mayo at 094 90 64000.
Grow is a mental health support program based on lived experience. This mean Grow groups are a meeting of peers, who are striving to develop and maintain good mental health.
If you would like to know more, call your local GROW office on 1800 558 268. You can also register for ‘Welcome to Grow’, the online orientation session. This will give you an introduction to how meetings work and an opportunity to ask questions. You can also search for a group close by to you by using Find a Group and just turning up. No registrations are needed.
Age Action is Ireland’s leading advocacy organisation for older people and ageing. As well as informing and influencing policy they provide practical programmes to support older people to age in place and combat digital exclusion through their Care and Repair, Getting Started and Information Service. For more information call 01 4756989 or email info@ageaction.ie.
Balla bingo takes place on Sundays at Balla Community Centre or online, 8pm. There is €12,000 in the prize fund on Sunday nights. Indeed there are great prizes every Sunday night, 50/50 winners in house and online, free book give away on the night. Don't forget to buy your books before 12 noon on Sundays. Balla Bingo volunteers are required from 7 to 10pm every six weeks to help sell books, count money or record winners. Those who feel they can help should contact 094 9365846.
Tusla are looking for Foster Carers in Mayo. A local placement for a child will ensure a child maintains connections with their friends, sports, school and community. Information sessions are available at fostering.ie. Freephone 1800 226 771 or email tusla.fostering@tusla.ie and a member of the Mayo fostering team will contact you.
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.
The Coillte Come Home festival will be held in Kiltimagh next week with lots of entertainment to suit all ages, starting off with the popular Inter Pub Quiz on Thursday, July 11, at 9.30pm. A street busking competition will take place on Friday evening with the official festival opening and fireworks extravaganza in the festival field from 10.45pm.
Saturday, July 13, is the Race2Glory event which sees athletes from all over the country taking part each year. Saturday night live on Main Street will be The High Stool Prophets from 9.30pm preceded by support band Ríl Óg from 8pm. Sunday it’s Soccer World Cup in Kiltimagh Knock United, Family Fun Day with kiddies tractor run from 12.30pm. Sunday night live on Main Street, a ‘big welcome back’ awaits The Tumbling Paddies who will be on stage from 9.30pm, joined by champion Irish dance group Croí na hEireann. Murray’s Funfair will be in the Festival Field throughout the festival which ends on Monday, July 15, with the Coillte Golf Cup competition at Balla Golf Club.
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The next card game to be held in Mayo Abbey Resource Centre is Thursday, July 18, at 9pm. All are welcome.
Places are still available on this free full time course run in conjunction with MSLETB. Uniform and course materials are supplied. Participants may be eligible for a training allowance. To find out more call 094 93 65987, email training@mayoabbey.ie.
If you are aged between 50 and 61 and have been signing for Jobseekers Benefit Credits (JBCO) or a combination of JBCO and Jobseeker’s Benefit for 12 months you could be eligible for a place on the Community Employment Scheme (19.5 hours per week) ) and receive the single rate of €259.50. Call Craig at Mayo Abbey Centre 094 93 65987 to find out more or email craig@mayoabbey.ie.
The numbers drawn on Tuesday, June 25, were 3, 18, 22, and 33. There was no jackpot winner. Consolation prize winners were; Evelyn Connolly, Coolmeen; Michael Tuohy, Newbrook, (annual ticket); Patrick Murphy, Coolmeen, (annual ticket); and Dylan Heneghan, Mossbrook. The jackpot for the draw to be held on Tuesday, July 2, is €9,300.
Why not call to the centre on Thursday mornings and enjoy a cuppa and a chat - teas, coffees, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate and freshly baked scones available between 10am and 1pm. All are welcome.
The Local Link bus departs from Mayo Abbey Centre daily from Tuesday to Saturday to go to Castlebar (Route 792). An additional bus goes to Claremorris every Thursday (Route 791), taking in Knocknakill, Drumady, Cappagh, Cullentragh, Currykirwan, Mayo Abbey, Monard, Brize, Facefield and Gurteenmore. Return services also available. These services are available to all to use and are free to bus pass holders. Call 094 900 5150 to book.
Mayo Abbey Centre offer a variety of services to the community including meals delivery service, weekly Tuesday social lunch for the active age, free computer / smartphone support for beginners, printing, photocopying and laminating services, hot desk spaces with fibre broadband connection, facilities available to attend a virtual meeting or interview, wide range of training programmes. Call staff at the centre for more information 094 93 65987.
This is Ireland’s national telephone service for older people open every day of the year 10am-10pm. Callers may feel isolated, alone, wish to discuss a problem in confidence, or for company during their day. SeniorLine’s older volunteers are trained to listen, to support, to discuss options and to refer caller to other helpful services if necessary. Freephone 1800 80 45 91.
Enable Ireland Mayo Services require volunteers in all areas of County Mayo to work with children with a disability. Volunteers usually work one-to-one with a child within their home but also within their community or at the centre in Castlebar. Training is provided. If interested, contact Fiona at 087 6808350 or email fscully@enableireland.ie for more information.
Mayo Cancer Support offer a range of emotional supports to people with cancer and their families. For more information call 094 9038407.
The weekly Bereavement Support Group meet every Wednesday at 11am in the Family Centre Knock. These meetings aim to help those who are grieving to find healing, hope and comfort. All are welcome. Contact Monica Morley on 094-9375320 for more information.
