Local Notes: Moran family,Tullyganny enjoys Urlaur Pattern.
The Moran Family from Tullyganny enjoying Urlaur Pattern on the Bank Holiday weekend. Pic James Hunt Photography
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Congratulations are extended to the Siamsa Sraide committee on the very successful 40th Siamsa Sraide Festival held in Swinford from August 2 to 7. The town was alive with visitors and locals with a varied array of events taking place to suit all ages and interests.
To organise such an event takes time, effort and dedication as well as co-operation from community groups and the community at large. This support was very evident in the lead up to and during the festival. Well done to everyone involved.
The epic journey from Canterbury to Rome 2200kms continues through Switzerland. Last week saw Cathal crossed the border from France into Switzerland after 953kms accompanied by his great friend from home Danny Cassidy. The last few days also saw the milestone of 1000kms being reached. The continued support from home and Swinford people all over the world is amazing and very much appreciated. The support received from the stand at Siamsa Sraide and the Siamsa Fun Run with Swinford AC was also outstanding and very much appreciated particularly by the two charities Mayo Parkinson's Association and Childrens Health Foundation Crumlin. This week also sees the Swinford Golf senior ladies committee hold a two day competition in aid of Kelly’s Walk 2 Rome. All this support and more shows what a wonderful community we have. This weekend Cathal will cross the Alps through the famous Great St Bernard's Pass and walk into Italy. For more details visit kellyswalk2rome.ie and all social media channels.
The numbers drawn in the Swinford Community Lotto draw held on August 6 were; 19, 20, 27 and 30. €70 vouchers were won by Sean Kavanagh, Carracannada and Eleanor Howley, Killasser; €35 was won by Kathleen Chambers, c/o Nellie Cooke Lodge, Philomena Murtagh, Park Road and Matthew Barry, Tullinahoo. The jackpot is now €15,800.
Congratulations to Oscar Igoe who was last week’s winner of the Swinford GAA Club 50/50 draw held at the GAA stand at the Síamsa Sráide Street Festival winning €568. The next draw will be held on Tuesday, August 13, in Eurospar.
Congratulations to Maria Sheedy on winning €600 in the Killasser Community Centre July 50/50 draw. €20 spot prizes were won by John Quinn and Brid and Tony Peyton. The August draw will take place on Sunday, September 8.
Tara’s run/walk for fun takes place on Saturday, September 28.
Learn a new skill, make new life-long friends, exercise the brain, no more Winter night boredom. If interested, text to John on 087 2422945, or email mayocdo@gmail.com.
The Swinford Athletic Club Autumn Series continues until September 11 as follows: Round 2 August 14, Killasser F12HH97, registration at 6.30pm, start at 7.15pm; Round 3 August 21, Foxford F26ND92, registration at 6.30pm, start at 7.15pm; Round 4 August 28, Midfield F12VE20, registration at 6.30pm, start at 7.15pm; Round 5 September 7, Swinford F12H593, registration at 9am, start 10am; Round 6 September 11, Kiltimagh F12PN79, registration at 6.30pm, start at 7.15pm. €5 entry fee. For more information contact Adette 087 2362112 or Michael 086 8196511.
Curious about caregiving, if so, come along to meet the Atlantic Care Team and have a chat in Eurospar Swinford on Thursday, August 15, from 10am to 1pm or call 094 9014028. Atlantic Care are on a mission to provide compassionate and exceptional healthcare services to the elderly in their homes in the community.
Swinford Agricultural Show Society 33rd Annual Show will take place on Sunday, August 25, at Heeran’s Farm, Kiltimagh Road, Swinford. Admission €10, children free. Entertainment on the day with Pat’s Country Roadshow. Show schedule is available on www.swinfordagrishow.net.
Save the date: Swinford Football Club is proud to present Jungle Challenge fundraiser on November 23, in Julian’s of Midfield at 8pm.
Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Francis O'Brien, Cultibo, Kiltimagh. May Francis rest in peace.
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The Bi Centenary of St Patricks Church Glann was celebrated on Saturday, August 3, with Mass in the church at 4pm. The chief concelebrant Fr Joseph Gavigan PP assisted by Fr Farrell Cawley, Fr Vincent Sherlock (former PP’s), Fr Dan O'Mahony (parish native), Fr Gerard Davey Adm, Carracastle, and Fr Tom Mulligan (former curate Kilkelly). Bishop Kevin Doran sent his apologies due to being out of the country on Pilgrimage. A huge crowd gathered with some travelling very long distances to be present and Fr Gavigan in his homily drew attention to the fact of the deep sense of faith of the people both in the past and in the present in the parish of Kilmovee. Some people walked from Urlaur to retrace the steps of the many people who in past years walked to Mass in Glann when there was no church in Urlaur.
A booklet was produced for the evening and is available locally. A function was held in Julians Lounge in Midfield, Swinford, and was attended by locals in large numbers with a meal and live music to conclude the evening.
Urlaur Pattern took place on August 4, even though it had to be held under cover due to the very wet conditions which prevailed on the day. There were plenty of competitions and events held indoors and all went well. Local man Jim Casey launched his book entitled ‘Divided Paradise’ at the Pattern.
It's that time of year again and the committee of Kilkelly Kilmovee Parish Magazine will be commencing work on the production of the 18th edition of Kilkelly Kilmovee Parish Magazine very soon. If you have any stories, photos or information for inclusion in this year's edition, email to kilkellykilmoveemagazine@gmail.com or contact committee members.
The death took place of Patrick Roddy, Lisacul, Crossroads and formerly of Whitestown, Lisacul, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon and Chicago. on July 31, peacefully in University Hospital, Sligo, and previously in the wonderful care of Eithne and her staff at Oakwood Nursing Home, Ballaghaderreen.
Patrick was predeceased by his parents Martin and Bridget, brothers Mattie and John and his sisters Kathleen and Agnes. He is survived by his sisters Mary Schlaich (New York), Ann Condron (New York) and Eileen Corrigan (Creevy), brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, cousins, neighbours and friends. Patrick reposed in The Sharkey Funeral Home, Ballaghaderreen, on Thursday, August 1. Removal took place from the funeral home on Friday, August 2, to the church of Christ the King Church, Lisacul, arriving for Mass of the Resurrection at 11am, followed by interment in Lisacul Cemetery. May Patrick restin peace as condolences and sympathy are offered to all who are bereaved by his passing.
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Cemetery Mass will be celebrated in Old Killeen Cemetery on Tuesday (this evening), August 13, at 7.30pm.
Congratulations to Séamus Ryder, Foxford, who won a jackpot of €460 in the Moy Davitts 50/50 draw on Saturday, August 3. A huge thank you to everyone who supported the draw, it is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available in the usual retail outlets and by playing on the club app (Moy Davitts GAA).
A full day of family fun and activities will take place at Moy Davitts GAA pitch on Saturday, August 24 from 10am-5pm. The annual Enda Gilmore Blitz will run from 10-12.30 and this will be followed by the Lá na gClub Family Fun Day which will run from 12.30-4.30pm. The Dads and Lads team will take part in the Peter Murphy Memorial Cup competition from 3.30pm. So take in Foxford Riverfest and come down to Moy Davitts for a day of great family entertainment.
Bookings are now being taken for the Moy Davitts Golf Classic which is taking place in Ballina Golf Club on Saturday, August 31. If you would like to book a tee-time, contact Ballina Golf Club on 096 21050. There will be a great variety of prizes to be won so book early to avoid disappointment.
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The death took place at Oakwood Nursing Home, Ballaghaderreen, on Sunday, August 4, of Marie Egan (nee Gormley), Cloonmeen, Cloontia, and formerly of Carrentample, Gurteen. A friendly, quiet, unassuming lady she will be sadly missed. Her remains reposed at Kilgarriff's Funeral Home on Tuesday evening last and were removed to Derrinacartha Church on Wednesday for Mass of the Resurrection with burial afterwards in Carracastle Cemetery.
Marie is survived by her husband Brian, family Brendan, Bridie, Francis, Declan and Evelyn, her sisters Eileen Kearns and Kathleen Gray, extended family and many friends to whom deepest sympathy is extended. May she rest in eternal peace.
The Eastern Harps 50/50 draw was held on Monday night, August 5, and the winner was Shane McCoy, Gurteen, who won €741. Vouchers were won by Greg, c/o The May Fly Inn, Darren Tansey, Joey McCormack, Jerome Mannion and Noel and Margaret Cryan.
Cloonloo social will be held in O'Dowd's Lake View Lounge, Monasteraden on Saturday night, August 17.
The Coleman Traditional Festival is being held this year from August 14 -17 and they are also celebrating the 25 anniversary of Ceoláras Coleman. The official opening is on Wednesday, August 14, at 7pm, with Labhràs ò Murchù, Director General of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann followed by Ceoltoiri Coleman in concert with special guests- admission is free. On Thursday night the music entertainment will be provided by popular group 'Seoid' and Friday night the well known film 'The Banshees of Inisherin' will be shown and Sunday night sees the return of the very popular Blackwater Ceili Band. Saturday night is for the up and coming musicians, singers and dancers - junior traditional session with well known musician Fiona Doherty.
