Local Notes: Noelle is chairperson of Ballintubber GAA Club.
Following in the footsteps – Noelle Horan who has been elected Chairperson of Ballintubber GAA Club pictured with her dad Sean, who was Club Chairman in 1979. Picture by Tom Quinn
Ballintubber GAA Club was delighted to elect Noelle Horan as their first-ever female chairperson at their annual general meeting recently held in their clubhouse in Clogher. Noelle has been a valued member of the club for many years and proudly fills the seat once held by her father and Ballintubber GAA stalwart, Seán Horan.
She is joined on the Ballintubber executive by Brian Donnelly (vice-chairman and West Board delegate), Sean McHugh (treasurer), Seán Larkin (assistant secretary), Aisling Dempsey Clarke (assistant treasurer and registrar), Mike Murphy (Public Relations Officer), Sean Corcoran (coaching officer), Ronan Mannion (Bord na nÓg chairman), Stephanie Lally (children's officer), John Kerrigan (player representative), Cian Barrett (Irish language officer), Deirdre Donnelly (health and wellbeing officer), Martin Kelly, Tony O'Connor and Pat Barrett. Fr Ulick Bourke was nominated as the club's patron while Jimmy Lally was nominated to serve as the club's president. The meeting was well attended and comprehensive reports on all aspects of activity were given by club officers.
Ballyglass Community Centre was full of festive spirit on Saturday, November 30 for the 3rd Annual Christmas Market. There was an array of beautiful handmade crafts on sale, perfect for anyone Christmas shopping, and lots of delicious tasty treats. The large crowd was entertained by a selection of Christmas songs and carols from the Carnacon parish choir, and then Santa Claus himself paid a visit, ringing his bell and handing out treats to the children. The lights on the big tree outside the centre were lit and the Christmas season in Ballyglass had officially begun. A huge thank you is extended to all the hard-working elves from Ballyglass Community Council for organising the market. Thanks to all the wonderful vendors, the bakers and makers who make the markets so special every time. Thanks to the loyal customers who never fail to show up and lend their support. Special mention is merited to Mike, Tomas, Bernard and Sharon, the parking attendants, who stayed out in the rain and cold keeping everyone safe. And of course, thanks to Santa for taking time out of his very busy schedule to visit. Merry Christmas to one and all! Congratulations to the winners of the community council raffle on the day: Christmas hamper – Bridie Boyle, Champagne – Helen Boyle, Barbie colouring set – Saoirse Grealis, Elverys Voucher – Donal Nestor, Sweets hamper – Katelyn Nestor, Whiskey – Noel Heneghan, Christmas cake – Niamh Hallinan and the Christmas flower box, sponsored by Moneen Garden Centre – Matthew Hennessy.
Ballintubber GAA jackpot stood at €7,800 on Sunday night December 1. The numbers drawn were 1, 5, 14 and 26. There was no jackpot winner. Consolation prizes went to Margaret Geraghty, Ciara Loftus, Anthony Kelly, Laura White, Damien Corbett and Michael and Noreen Corbett. The jackpot stood at €7, 900 on last Sunday night, December 8.
On next Saturday, December 14, a great show of multi-coloured lights and revving engines will commence the annual Christmas celebrations in Ballintubber. Registration for the Tractor Run is from 2pm at the Abbey Car Park. The entry fee is €20. A mini tractor run for the ‘small set’ will take place in the Abbey grounds once the main event has departed after 4pm. There will be prizes for the best dressed and decorated tractors.
Santa’s Grotto will be open for little visitors with a special appearance by the big man himself. Book signings, by local authors Edwin McGreal and Eva Naughton will be held in the Abbey gift shop where you can get a signed copy of their books on the evening. Also be in with a chance to win some great prizes in the super raffle.
Food trucks and refreshments will be available while you enjoy listening to Christmas carols by the fabulous Abbey choir. Meet up with family, friends and neighbours at this fun and entertaining community event. Proceeds are in aid of Ballintubber Community Council, with half going to The Celtic Furrow to assist with the big refurbishment.
The death has taken place of Margaret McHugh née Mannix, Ballinrobe Road, Castlebar. Margaret passed away on November 27, and was formerly of Cloonflynn, Ballyglass, Claremorris. Margaret was a native of Purranes, Hollymount, Claremorris. She was predeceased by husband John, her parents Patrick and Mary (née Connolly), Coolmeen, Mayo Abbey and her sisters Lena Murphy and Molly Mannix and her brothers Jack, Joe, Martin and William (who died in infancy), she is deeply regretted by her family, Michael, Martin, John, Frank, Marguerite, Dympna and Alan, grandchildren Shauna, Mark, Dylan, Keelan, Gemma, Leon, Ryan, Callum and Mia, great-granddaughter Rylie, her brother Frank (Purranes, Hollymount), son-in-law Joe, daughters-in-law Jennifer and Siobháin, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and many friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended. Margaret’s remains reposed in Kilcoyne’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street, Castlebar, on Sunday, December 1, from 4 to 6pm and were taken to the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar on Monday for Funeral Mass at 11am. Burial ceremonies took place in Castlebar New Cemetery. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.
The numbers drawn in the Ballyglass FC lotto on Monday, December 2, were 11, 12, 18 and 28. There was no winner of the €10,000 jackpot. Match 3 winners were Ivan Carroll and Dermot Browne. Consolation prizes went to David Vahey, Mia Ormsby, Fiadh and Cadhla Corcoran, Micheal O’Toole and Oisin Greene.
Monday, December 2: 1st Jimmy Sheridan and Noel Costello, 2nd Patricia Jennings and Martin Ford. The last 10 winners were Mary McGuinness and Breege Jennings and the raffle prizes went to Chris Turner and Pat Griffith.
The Ballyglass Active Age group arranged a Mass for the month of November in Ballyglass Community Centre on Thursday last. All in attendance were given a candle on entering to place by the altar in remembrance of the deceased members of the community. The Mass was said by Fr Michael Farragher, Carnacon. Fr Austin Fergus, Mayo Abbey was also in attendance. There was beautiful singing throughout from members of the Carnacon parish choir. Tea and refreshments were served afterwards by members of the Active Age group. Thanks to all who helped in any way to organise this special Mass.
A new single about the late Br Joseph McNally has been released from singer songwriter Barney McCabe, from his new album "Between the Corrib and the Mask and was inspired by a recent visit and tour by the Abbey Guide Muriel Barry. Barney is from the beautiful village of Cong in Co Mayo. There will be copies of this new album available in the Abbey Gift shop in the coming days.
The Lough Carra Catchment Association had a full house recently at the November public meeting and AGM of the group. A big thank you was extended to Donal Sheehan who travelled from East Cork to share his inspiring story of setting up the BRIDE Project. His insights into creating space for nature, even on intensive farms, left everyone with much to think about and learn from.
Episode 9 in the Lough Carra Catchment Association's series of podcasts is now live. This podcast features Dr Fiona White, historian and lecturer at Atlantic Technological University Mayo. Fiona explores the story of the historically significant Moore family— their legacy and the architectural heritage of Moore Hall. The full episode and all previous podcasts on Spotify, links are also available on the website under the podcast tab. This podcast series is funded by the Local Authority Water Program (LawPro) and is produced and presented by Jarek Majuksiak.
Carnacon Community Development Association CLG will hold their annual general meeting in the Carnacon Parish Hall on this Wednesday, December 11 at 8pm.
The Habit Store presents Eco Pop up Market at Crave at the Cottage in Ballintubber on Friday, December 13, from 5-8pm. Local handmade gifts, arts, crafts, preloved clothing, and delicious food and good vibes. F12 A8N9
Christmas cards are available at Ballintubber Abbey. A 4pk of assorted cards costs €5. Greetings from Ballintubber Assorted Cards 6pk - €6.50. All proceeds go towards Ballintubber Abbey Restoration Fund and are available at Ballintubber Abbey Giftshop and online.
Sincere sympathy is tendered to Kathleen McNally, Banogues, on the recent passing of her mother, Delia Harrington, Partry. Sincere sympathy is also extended to Peggy Hayes, Derereen, on the recent passing of her sister, Pia Gill, Kiltimagh. May they rest in peace.
Christmas carols at Ballintubber Abbey with Ballintubber Abbey Choir and Castlebar Male Voice Choir will take place in Ballintubber Abbey on Sunday, December 15, at 7.30pm. Donations welcome at the door.
On December 21, at 6pm in The Scioból, (behind Crave at the cottage), an evening of music, poetry and song with guest speaker Amanie Issa PHD, a native of Bethlehem will take place. A Nollaig na mBan celebration Amanie will speak about life in Bethlehem under occupation. This will be a fundraiser for families in Bethlehem and Palestine who have lost their livelihoods. Donations gratefully received on the night.
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The death occurred recently of Delia Harrington nee Wallace, Partry, Claremorris, Co. Mayo and formerly of Letterass, Leenane, Co. Mayo and Chicago, USA. Delia passed away peacefully at Mayo University Hospital in her 89th year surrounded by her loving family. Together with her late husband Dennis, she operated the highly successful hostelry “Harringtons” of Partry for 35 years. Their superb catering ability, friendship and professionalism whether with a sports or community night, a funeral or any social occasion earned them widespread respect across the region. Truly their passing was a great loss to the community who held them in the highest esteem. Predeceased by her beloved husband Denis, brothers Martin and John, sister Sadie, Delia is deeply regretted by her family - Dennis, Martin, John, Danny, Teresa, Kathleen and Eileen, sons-in-law Seamus and John, daughters-in-law Maureen and Annette, brothers Paddy, Michael and Peter, sister Mary, sisters-in-law Kitty and Agnes and her beloved grandchildren David, Seán, Conor, Eoin, Jack, Laura, Mark, Ben, Ellen, Ruth, Brendan, Sarah, Aishling, Grace, Oisín and Nicaoimh, extended family, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere condolences are extended.
Delia’s remains reposed at her residence on Saturday evening from 4 until 6pm and were taken to St Mary’s Church, Partry, on Sunday afternoon at 2pm for Requiem Mass at 2.30. Burial ceremonies took place in Ballyovey Cemetery. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
It's been 25 years since Tuar Mhic Eadaigh club won an U21 title but the recent D final victory Shrule Glencorrib made up for the long wait. It was a thrilling game and a close contest which ended in extra time. There was little between the teams throughout. Scores from Luke Lydon (3), Harry Barker (2), Mícheál Prendergast (1) and Seán Seoighe (1) in the first half as well as a terrific goal save from Páraic Ó’Neill ensured the two teams were level at half time, Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 0-7, Shrule Glencorrib 1-4.
The second half was a tense affair with only one score, a free from Harry Barker, in the first 20 minutes leaving Tuar Mhic Éadaigh trailing by an astonishing 6 points with 8 minutes to go. The Tuar Mhic Eadaigh lads then showed huge character, self-belief and steely resolve to bring themselves back into contention - a point each from Mícheál Prendergast (1), Luke Lydon (1) and a free from Harry Barker (1) left only a goal in it. That opportunity came in the 30th minute with a goal from Conall MacGabhann and once again the sides were level. Tuar Mhic Éadaigh had a few late chances in standard time to win but it wasn't to be and a further 20 minutes of extra time was needed to separate the sides. The full time score was - Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 1-11, Shrule Glencorrib 2-8.
Shrule Glencorrib got off to a great start with two unanswered points leaving it all to do in the 2nd half. Points from Míchaél Prendergast and Luke Lydon brought the sides level again. A goal from Shrule was followed quickly by a Daniel Tiernan goal which left nothing between the teams for the 6th time. But it wasn't over yet - a well worked point from Luke Lydon assisted by Aaron Jennings sealed an epic one point win for Tuar Mhic Éadaigh and the elusive U21 Championship title. There are few celebrations to equal a small rural club winning a county title after a lengthy famine. Congrats to all.
Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto stood at €14,800 on November 30, and the numbers drawn were 3, 9, 14 and 22. There was no jackpot winner. The online winners were Patricia Lydon and Jason McAndrew. The jackpot stood at €14,900 on last Saturday night, December 7.
The death has taken place of Margaret Gibbons nee Heneghan, Port Royal, Partry. Margaret passed away peacefully at the Mayo University Hospital in her 96th year. Predeceased by her husband Paddy and first husband Martin, she is deeply regretted by her family, nephew, niece, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended.
Margaret’s remains reposed at St Josephs Funeral Home, Ballinrobe, on the Friday evening, November 29, from 5 until 6pm with removal to St Mary’s Church, Partry. Margaret’s requiem Mass was celebrated at 12 noon on Saturday with the funeral proceeding to Ballyovey Cemetery. May she rest in peace.
The annual general meeting of the Coláiste Muire Company, Tuar Mhic Eadaigh will take place on this Tuesday night, December 10 at the Coláiste commencing at 7.30pm.
Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark Project were delighted to have launched their multi-annual education programme recently. The document frames the group’s activities and highlights their objectives and an action plan for the future. The programme is available to download and on the learning page of the website.
The annual Christmas tree will be erected once again at Tourmakeady Church Grounds again this year. A limited number of cards will also shortly be available once again this year at €5 each, with three Mass’s celebrated on each card. All proceeds will be in aid of Tourmakeady Church. St Mary’s Church, Tourmakeady is currently closed for renovation and some repair and decorating works. The work is expected to take until December 15, (approximately) to complete. Masses at the usual times, and will be celebrated in Tourmakeady College Hall.
The Christmas Curry night out at Máire Luke’s Bar and Restaurant will take place on Saturday, December 14. Music on the night will be by Jonny Moran and details can be had from (O*&) 9403430 or 094 9544080.
Congrats to Jack de Búrca, son of Siobhan and Liam de Búrca, Tawnagh, Srah, who recently celebrated his 21st birthday. Jack is wished many more such joyous occasions in the decades ahead.
Expressions of interest are requested in order to run a local monthly market in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh early in the New Year. The market would be inside in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh. Persons involved in arts, crafts, and jewellery skills or product manufacture should make contact. If you are interested please contact Catherine at 085 2534266.
Killawalla Community Council is holding an AGM on February 15. They are looking to elect new members from all station areas. A voting sheet and information will be circulating over the next few weeks and ballots must be returned by January 5.
Sincere sympathy is tendered to Philomena Higgins, Devlish West, on the recent passing of her brother Vincent Heraty, New York. May he rest in peace.
A clothing collection to raise funds for St Mary's NS will be held on December 17. If you wish to contribute used/unwanted clothes, shoes (pairs only) handbags and belts, please drop them off at the school before December 17.
Also St Mary’s National School would welcome consignments of returnable bottles and cans. Donations of the returnable bottles and cans can be made during School hours and outside of that time people can phone 087 3141868 to arrange access. Strong support for both ventures would be highly appreciated.
The annual Christmas Ceile will be held in the Mons Horan Centre, Partry, on next Saturday night, December 14. Dancing will be from 9pm until midnight to the popular beat of Matt Cunningham.
Partry FC numbers draw takes place weekly on Wednesdays. Congrats to Mark Conway and Claire Mitchell who were recent winners in the popular club numbers lotto. The funds raised go towards running the club during the year. https://partryafc.weebly.com/lotto.html. The Mayo U12 girls interleague kicked off with Mayo welcoming the U12 Midlands team (Laois Offaly Westmeath) for their first game of the season to United Park Westport.
With the final result 2-0, two great goals from Partry Athletic girls Laoise Heneghan and Ruth Donnelly secured the win for Mayo.
This Mayo U12 girls’ team have their next game January 18/19, and all are invited to come along and support.
Congrats to Vincent Hennelly and Caroline Carney who were recent winners of €100 in the Partry Residents Association Saturday night draws. The numbers lotto draw takes place on Saturday nights and all funds raised go towards local projects and village enhancement.
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Breaffy/Ballyheane/Belcarra.
The death took place recently of Nancy Conway (née Barry), Derreenmauns, Castlebar and formerly of Castle Street, Castlebar and Cork City. Nancy passed away peacefully in her 98th year in the loving care of the staff at Cuan Chaitriona, Castlebar. Pre deceased by her husband Michael, brother Kevin, sisters Máire, Maeve and Eileen, she is deeply regretted by her loving family Brian (Cornanool), Mary Bourke (Frenchill), John (Australia), Kevin (Turlough), Michael (Kinsale), Ann Boylan (Australia), grandchildren, Barry, Katie, Neal, Ryan, Oisin, Fiona, Maeve, Aoife, Ruaíri, Grace and Michael, great-grandchildren Jake, Liam and Finn, sons-in-law John Bourke and Dan Boylan, daughters-in-law Agnes, Andrea, Mairead and Teresa, her long time carer and friend Amelyn, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere condolences are tendered.
Nancy’s remains reposed at the Coady Funeral Home, Castlebar on the Friday evening from 5.30 until 7pm followed by removal to her home. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday at 1pm in The Church of The Holy Rosary, Castlebar Funeral ceremonies took place afterwards in Ballyheane cemetery. Dia dean trócaire ar a nAinm.
Belcarra Community Council’s lotto jackpot has reached a massive €9,500. The jackpot stood at €9,400 on Sunday, December 1. The numbers drawn were 1, 26, 28 and 30. There was no jackpot winner. The lucky dip winners of €30 were Louise Ryan, Bridie Thomas, Aoife Brennan and Ciaran Keane. The weekend jackpot stood at €9,500.
All members in the Belcarra Community Co-Op area are asked to check for water leakages in the scheme as usage has increased over the past few weeks. High usage/wastage affects water bills so it is in everyone’s interest to be vigilant and watch out for leaks.
Breaffy GAA lotto stood at a massive €26,600 for the December 3 draw. The numbers drawn were 10, 27, 28 and bonus number 6. There was no jackpot winner and no match 3 winners. Congrats to the consolation prizewinners. From now until December 10, every Breaffy GAA lotto ticket you purchase gets you an entry to win an unforgettable experience at the stunning Lodge at Ashford Castle. The club have extended sincere thanks to all who support the weekly draws. The jackpot stands at €26,800 for tonight’s draw on December 10.
There will be a ladies presentation evening with food, bar and music on December 14. On December 15 there will be a Community Mass in the hall at 3pm followed by music, refreshments and treats. A “Battle of the Villages” in memory of David Gavin will take place on St Stephen’s Day, December 26, with a Christmas Jumper Walk. Bar and refreshments afterwards.
The Christmas lights in Ballyheane will be turned on, on Saturday, December 14, after 7.30pm Mass. All are welcome to attend. There will be refreshments in the community centre afterwards.
