Local Notes: Mountpleasant NS girls are South Mayo soccer champions
The talented girls from Mountpleasant NS, South Mayo soccer champions in FAI Schools Primary 5s
Ballintubber GAA lotto jackpot stood at €9,200 on Sunday night, March 9. The numbers drawn were 6, 15, 19 and 30. There was no Jackpot winner. Consolation prizes went to Sean Flatley, Anita Carroll, Dee and Eddie Scully, Kathlyn Hennelly, Mary O’Connor and Caolane Rian Horan.
The jackpot stood at €9,300 on last Sunday night, March 16.
Ballintubber CLG held a great presentation evening in Clogher complex last week. The team being honoured were the U15 Division 1 Champions and the U15 Development Team Champions. The special guest was Cillian O'Connor. Gracious thanks were extended to Cyril Burke, who sponsored new training tops for the lads.
Under the Community Centre Investment Fund announced last week by Minister Alan Dillon, Carnacon Community Development Association will receive €70,000 to fund new external doors, re-sheet the roof and install new alarm system at the complex. Minister Dillon has extended thanks to the volunteers who work hard to facilitate activities in local communities. Carnacon Development Association has extended their sincere gratitude for the valuable financial aid.
The new preschool in Carnacon are currently taking enquires for September 2025. If you would like more information contact the provider, growingmindspreschool0@gmail.com with any questions or enrolment information.
Delicate blooms such as Lesser Celandine and Wood Anemone are beginning to carpet the old woodlands of Lough Carra, and with the sun peeking out there’s no better time to take a stroll around the lake and soak in the beauty of the season.
People can learn more about Carra's wildflowers from the booklet series, available for download from the website. Printed copies will also be available at LCCA's next public meeting on Tuesday, March 25. The guest speaker will be Kate Moore, Invasive Species Engagement Officer with the National Biodiversity Data Centre. Venue details to be announced soon and as usual all are most welcome.
Ballintubber Abbey personnel are looking for a friendly and reliable part-time employee (2-3 days per week) to help with guided tours, managing the gift shop, and assisting with the setup for weddings and events. If you are passionate about history, love meeting new people, and enjoy a variety of tasks they want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of the Abbey amazing team.
Congrats and best wishes to Ballintubber senior player Conor Finnerty and Sarah Condon on their recent engagement. They are wished every happiness and success with all their future plans.
The results from Monday, March 10, Ballyglass FC lotto draw are as follows - the numbers drawn were 8, 13, 23 and 27. There was no winner of the €11,400 jackpot. The Match 3 winners were Brid Heverin and Niall/Niamh/Stephanie Gilligan. Consolation prizes went to Declan Corbett, Mike Malone, Tony Corbett, Mary Burke, Carrowhall and Mary Hession, Newtown. The weekend jackpot stood at the attractive total of €11,500. Go to smartlotto.ie to play.
The card winners from Monday, March 10, were 1st Martin Ford and Seamus Nevin, 2nd Tom Fitzpatrick and Dave Gibbons and 3rd Mary Boyle and Noel Costello and Mary Brennan and Philip White. The last 10 prize went to Chris Turner and Pat Griffith and the raffle winners were Cathal Hennelly and Patricia Jennings. Congrats to all the winners and thanks to all the players for their continued support. The 25 progressive games continue every Monday night at 9pm.
Exercise class for Ballyglass Active Age is held every Tuesday morning at 11am in Ballyglass Community Centre.
Yoga classes have commenced in Ballyglass Community Centre, 7.30-8.30pm. A seven-week block costs €85. Contact Emma for details on 087 9973357.
J & G Jiving classes take place in Carnacon Centre on Wednesdays from 8 to 9.15pm. No partners required. Details are available from Jessica Connolly on 085 8188727 to register for the class.
Carnacon LGFA registration for all ages from U10 to senior is now open for the new season through Foireann. It is important that all players are registered before competition commences.
Racquetball classes for ladies and men has commenced in Carnacon Centre. No racquets or goggles required. Contact Thomas at 087 2041967 for details. Eircode for Carnacon Centre F12 NY 38.
Medjugorje Easter Pilgrimage will be a fully escorted trip with return from Dublin, April 19 to 26. The cost is €895 and a deposit of €200 secures your booking - 7 nights pilgrimage with Carmel and Mick Summerville. Fr Brendan Kilcoyne will be the spiritual Director.
Ballintubber/Killawalla Badminton Club are open to new members and beginners are most welcome. The sessions take place at Ballintubber Community Centre on Tuesdays from 8 to10pm. Contact Laura on 089 4011720.
Listed below are the Tóchar Phádraig group walks in 2025 organised by Ballintubber Abbey, Co Mayo. Easter Monday, April 21, (as part of Pilgrim Paths Week) Half Tóchar – Ballintubber Abbey/ Aughagower distance 15km; Saturday, June 21, Full Tóchar (as part of Irish Pilgrim Journey Week) distance 30km; Saturday, July 26 (Reek Saturday) full Tóchar, distance 30km and Saturday, August 30, full Tóchar, distance 30 km. Booking is now open at ballintubberabbey.ie Payment is required at the time of booking. If you wish to cancel your booking refunds are available for up to 7 days prior to the event.
The cost of this year's group walks are €30pp for Half Tóchar’s and €35pp for the Full Tóchar, booking fees may apply.
Individual Walks are €25pp (Self-Guided). Volunteers, leaders and back up drivers are needed for the 4 group Tochar Walks yearly. If you can help out on any of the above dates, please call the office 094 –9030934 to put you name down. A donation will be given to the Leader and back- up driver to cover the costs.
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The friends, supporters and past pupils of Coláiste Muire have been invited to the official opening of the state-of-the-art school extension on next Friday, March 21, at 12.30pm. There will be a céad míle fáilte to all past pupils, current supporters and future friends to help celebrate this new chapter for Coláiste Mhuire. The new extension represents growth, opportunity, and a continued commitment to providing the best possible environment for learning and development. There will be a short ceremony, a tour of the new facilities, and a trip down memory lane on what is an historic day for the Coláiste school community.
Warm congratulations are extended to Kitty and Michael Farragher, Partry who recently celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary. The couple celebrated the special occasion with a Mass in their home celebrated by their son Fr Michael Farragher, PP, Burriscarra, Ballintubber. The popular couple are wished continued good health and happiness in the years ahead.
Halla, Tuar Mhic Eadaigh, (F12C6F2) at 8pm is the venue for a Splódar Theatre Company staging of the Brian Friel play “Dancing at Lughnasa” on Friday, March 21. Ticéadaí - €14 - Lacáistí: €12. Phone Nóra on 094 954 4295 for further details.
Loch Measc Distillery is nestled in the heart of Mayo's Gaeltacht and what promises to be an unforgettable “Distillery Open Day” will take place on Saturday, March 29. Tour the distillery, discover the secrets behind the craft, and enjoy tastings of the finest spirits, including an award winning new make.
Loch Measc Distillery craft distinctive spirits that celebrate tradition and innovation. With passion and dedication, they transform local ingredients into exceptional spirits. They were delighted and honoured to even be nominated, let alone named winners, in the category of Irish New Make and Young Spirit and over all New Make winners for 2025.
Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto stood at €16,200 on March 8. 15, 17, 19 and 32 were the numbers drawn and there was no jackpot winner. The weekend jackpot on Saturday, March 15, stood at €16,300. The draws take place on Saturday nights weekly and there are two online prizes of €40 and also a €40 Cairde prize each week.
CLG Thuar Mhic Éadaigh medal presentation 2025 took place on Sunday, March 9. The presentation took place in the Ionad Spóirt as follows - U16 Boys: Division 3 league medals, U12 Boys: Summer league medals, U18 Girls: Championship medals, U14 Girls: Championship Shield medals and U13 Girls: Runner-up medals.
Míle buíochas le Jordan Flynn agus Saoirse Lally, peileadóirí Mhaigh Eo, buíochas le Ruth Ní hÉanacháin agus míle buíochas freisin le gach éinne a tháinig chuig an Oíche Chlárúcháin agus Bhronnadh.
A new session of Yoga classes has commenced in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh on Tuesday evenings. The classes will run up until Tuesday, April 8. The cost is €60. Email Nora at eolas@tourmakeady.com or call 094 9544295 with your name and contact details.
The winner of the Tourmakeady NS lotto ball on Saturday, March 1, was ball number 19, Yvonne Finn.
Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Social Club is due to meet again on this Thursday, March 20, from 2-4pm. Why not pop along for social get together, light exercise, bingo, make new friends and enjoy the company. New members will be made most welcome.
Ciorcail Cniotáil/Knitting Circle: Tagann an Grúpa Cniotáil le chéile gach oíche Luan i Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh ón 7.30-9.30 i.n. Fáilte roimh baill nua. The Knitting Circle comes together on Monday nights in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh from 7.30- 9.30pm. Further details are available from 087 7657191.
Congratulations to Kevin Dolan, Derryveeney, Thomas Lang and family, Carheen and Thomas Kelly, Kilkeeran who were recent winners of the weekly Wednesday Partry FC Bonus number draws.
Partry Residents Association draws take place on Saturday evenings with generous prizes in the weekly numbers draw. Congrats to Tommie Joe Hennelly and Fergal Murphy who were recent €100 winners in the popular numbers draw with number 19. The latest draw was on Saturday night last, March 15.
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The death took place recently of Masie Murphy (nee Duffy), also known as Mary T), Ballinlassa, Belcarra, Castlebar, County Mayo and formerly of Crumlin, Ballyglunin, County Galway. In her 91st year Masie passed away on March 5, peacefully at her own home surrounded by her loving family. Maisie was a highly regarded teacher and she began her teaching career in Greenauns National School, Ross, and retired in 1999 as Principal in Belcarra NS. Many past pupils from her long career have fond memories of a great teacher who had a genuine understanding of children.
The family has acknowledged the care and kindness shown to Maisie by the staff and community of B Ward, Mayo University Hospital, St Johns Ward, Mayo University Hospital, and the Palliative Care Team.
Predeceased by her loving husband Joe (Martin), daughter Sheila Tolan, parents Tom and Celia, brother Gabriel, sons-in-law Wai Hon Ng and Michael Foy she is deeply regretted by her daughters Geraldine Foy (Westport), Anne (Belcarra), Paula (Castlebar), Angela Ng (Birmingham), Patricia Keena (Belcarra) and her son Kieran (Dubai), sons-in-law Martin Tolan and Kieran Keena, daughter-in-law Hilary Nallen-Murphy, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbours to whom sincere condolences are tendered.
Her remains reposed at Belcarra Community Centre, Castlebar, on Saturday, March 8. The Funeral Mass for Masie was celebrated at St Anne’s Church; Belcarra on Sunday, March 9, at 2pm. Burial ceremonies took place in Elm Hall Cemetery Belcarra, Castlebar. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
Belcarra Group Water Scheme Area Survey - Belcarra Community Co-Operative Society Ltd with the support of the SEAI, are sending out an online survey to its members. The feedback from this survey will help form an understanding of the home energy needs of the people of Belcarra Community. Should you need a hard copy contact Mary Jo at 087 9282102 or Mary B and they will send you a copy.
A Parish Mission will take place in Balla and Belcarra Churches on March 24, 25, 26 and 27. The devotions will alternate between the two churches. The mission will be conducted by the FFR, Moyross, Limerick. The friars will preach at the Masses on the preceding Saturday and Sunday, March 22 and 23. Further details will follow.
The death has taken place of Joan Fahey (nee Walsh) R.I.P, Beltra, Newport, Co. Mayo and formerly of Curry, Belcarra, Castlebar, Co Mayo. Joan passed away on March 6, peacefully in the care of the staff in Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her parents John and Annie (née Joyce) Walsh, her sister Annie-Mary and her husband Jack, she is deeply regretted by her daughters Maureen Maye (Castlebar), Bernie Joyce (Islandeady), Anne Quinn (Galway), Lorraine Nolan (Turlough), Yvonne (London) and son Liam (Beltra), sons-in-law Vincent, Tommie, Ronnie and Michael, Yvonne’s partner Eugene Mulvey and Liam’s partner Aisling Noone, cherished grandchildren Paul, Liam, Darragh, Ryan, Cian and Tara, sister-in-law Breege (Mc Mahon, London), cousins, kind neighbours, relatives and friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended.
Joan’s remains reposed at Coady’s Funeral Home, Castlebar, on Friday, March 7. The removal of her remains from her residence took place on Saturday morning at 10.30am for Requiem Mass at 11.30am in Holy Rosary Church, Glenisland followed by burial afterwards in Glenisland Cemetery. Dia dean Trócaire ar a nAinm.
Congratulations are extended to Dean Kenny who has been appointed to the executive committee of Young Fine Gael. A native of Belcarra and a former President of University of Galway Students’ Union, Dean was elected to the position of North West Regional Organiser for the organisation. The North West Regional Organiser is the spokesperson for the members in the North West Region that includes Donegal, Cavan, Monaghan, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Galway and Mayo. Dean has also been appointed as Director of Agriculture and Rural Affairs by the newly elected President of Young Fine Gael, Jamie Malone. He is wished great success in all his endeavours.
Belcarra Community Council’s lotto jackpot has now reached €10,900. The jackpot stood at €10,800 on Sunday, March 9. The numbers drawn were 6, 10, 14 and 32. The lucky dip winners of €30 were Nora Ralph, Helen O'Donnell, Matt O'Driscoll and Caroline Quinn.
The next monthly card game will be held in Belcarra Centre on Monday night, April 7. All card players experienced and novice are welcome to attend the progressive 25 Drive.
Breaffy GAA is holding a coffee morning on Friday, March 21, from 10.30am to 12.30 pm in Breaffy GAA Clubhouse. Please turn out and support a very worthy cause.
Breaffy GAA has 2 corporate tickets for the ‘sold out test in the west’ Connacht vs Munster Rugby match on March 29, at Hastings Insurance McHale Park, Castlebar. Those who enter the super draw can also win an overnight stay at the luxurious 4* Breaffy House Hotel in Castlebar. The draw takes place live on Facebook on Thursday, March 27, at 7pm.
The Gold Circle membership package is as follows: Breaffy GAA Membership for 2025, 1 weekly entry into the club's lotto and 1 Mayo County Board Draw ticket (six draws with prizes ranging from €10,000 to €200).
Minister Alan Dillon announced last week €1,262,106 for 21 community centres in Mayo under the 2024 Community Centre Investment Fund. Ballyheane Community Centre will receive €100,000 for an extension, which will greatly assist in maintaining the facility. Community centres play an essential role in bringing communities together and the local community council has extended gracious thanks.
Congratulations are extended to Anthony McGing and Caroline O’Malley who were married on Friday, March 14, in St Patrick’s Church, Islandeady. They are wished good health and lifelong happiness down the years.
HopeSpace operates throughout the year. 'HopeSpace CLG provides a free one-to-one listening service for children and young people (4 -17 years old) who are impacted by grief caused by bereavement. See hopespace.ie, contact Áine at support@hopespace.ie or call 091 342566/087 4667506 for more details.
A free electrical recycling event will take place in Castlebar on Saturday, March 22, at The Pavillion Road Car Park. The event will run from 10am to 4pm.
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The death has taken place of Sean Corcoran, Prizon, Balla, Co. Mayo. Sean passed away peacefully at Mayo Hospice, Castlebar and his passing is an occasion of great sorrow to his family and many friends who held him in the highest regard. Predeceased by his wife Mary, brothers Peter and Brendan, and sisters Anne and Rita, Sean is deeply regretted by his sister Carmel, sons Martin, John, and Terry, daughter-in-law Debbie, grandsons Dylan and Jamie, as well as nephews, nieces, relatives, and friends to whom sincere condolences are tendered.
His remains reposed at Balla Funeral Home on last Friday evening from 5 until 6.30pm. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday at 12 noon in St. Cronan’s Church, Balla, followed by burial ceremonies in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.
Balla GAA lotto draw was held on Thursday, March 6, in The Rendezvous for a jackpot of €3,200. 8, 14, 18 and 29 were the numbers drawn and there was no jackpot winner. Congrats also the lucky dip consolation prizewinners on the night, Anne Keane (online) Tom and Aileen Walsh (standing order) and Padraig Kiernan (standing order). The latest draw was held on Thursday, March 13 in The Shebeen when the jackpot stood at €3,300.
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 25 card players are always welcome.
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The area finals of the Carra Community Games are fast approaching and will be announced in the coming weeks. There are a number of activities and age groups in sports and swimming, as well as art, handwriting, model making and chess. More information is available from Berni at 087 2721574. There is also information to be had on the Carra Community Games Facebook page. The Mayo Community Games annual church gate collection will take place on the weekend March 22 and 23. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
The results of the card game on Friday, March 7, were; 1st Teresa Loftus and Majella Corbett and Derek Quinn and Tommy Fahey, 2nd Jimmy Connor and Gay Conway and 3rd Joe and Shane Thomas. The last 10 winners were; Bridie Mc Dermott and Michael Giblin. The progressive 25 games continue every Friday night at 9pm.
There is great progress taking place for the Community Futures in Clogher. The stakeholder interviews have now been completed. The Household Survey will be distributed on Thursday, March 20, and collected on Monday 24. Every household is encouraged to engage with the survey in order to influence the future for Clogher and for the people of Clogher. There will be a Youth Night with an Independent Facilitator for young people aged between 12 and 18 years on April 14, so that young people can have their say also.
A new defibrillator has been installed at Clogher Community Hall in the past week. This is a great facility for the area and for all the service users at the hall and the school. This defibrillator was part funded by the fundraising table quiz which was held in the Drum Inn last November and is testament to the commitment of the committee and the people of Clogher to enhance the facilities that are available in the area.
Errew Re-turn bin is empty ready for more bottles and cans. Thanks for supporting this community venture. All donations really help towards the running costs of Errew Centre.
