Local Notes: Official launch of the Swift Nest Box Project at Gaelscoil na gCeithre Maol, Ballina.
Rang a 4 Gaelscoil na gCeithre Maol, Ballina, at the official launch of their Swift Nest Box Project on Mayo 8 with Deirdre Cunningham, Heritage Officer with Mayo County Council and Lynda Huxley of Swift Conservation Ireland who both facilitated the project. Also present are the School Principal, Frances Breen, class teacher Arlene Bhreathnach and Parent's Committee representative Angela Keegan
Ardagh GAA annual membership is now open to all club followers. Supporters can now purchase their membership online at www.foireann.ie. Club officials urge supporters to subscribe if at all possible as it is a continuous financial streamline in assisting with costs incurred in running the club and its many underage and senior teams. Money raised will also go towards the cost involved on new development projects currently in the pipeline which will augment the magnificent enhancement work that has already been carried out to date at the club grounds. Any club official will gladly deal with membership queries.
Congratulations to the girls and boys of Ardagh and Knockanillo parish national schools who received the Sacrament of Confirmation at a special Mass celebrated by Bishop of Killala, Most Rev Dr John Fleming, in Ardagh church last Sunday. Full details in next week's column.
Congratulations to Ardagh NS, who won the Cumann na mBunscol football area final last week and best wishes to the team and management on their onward progression in the county final stages of the competition.
Well done to Ardagh senior footballers who carved out a well-deserved one point victory over a gallant Achill side at home in the county senior league last week. The final score was Ardagh 1-16, Achill 1-15.
Ardagh GAA Club's monthly lotto draw jackpot currently stands at €3,800. Tickets from usual outlets or online at www.ardaghclub.com where you can access the direct lotto link. Support appreciated.
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Cllr Seamus Weir takes a bow as his fellow councillors, members of the Executive and staff of Mayo Co Council and Knockmore Centre give him a standing ovation at his final municipal district meeting held in his native Knockmore. In March following his 25 year career in local politics he announced that he would not be standing in the forthcoming local election.
Seamus twice served as An Cathaoirleach of Mayo Co Council and is the current Cathaoirleach of Ballina Municipal District. Many of his fellow councillors paid glowing tributes to Cllr Seamus and spoke of his dedicated service to the council together with his approachable manner always.
The parish community of Knockmore join in thanking him for his loyal support down the years and wish him and his wife Mary and family many happy days together.
A special Mass for all students sitting their exams will be celebrated in Christ the King Church, Knockmore, on Sunday, June 2, at 11am. Refreshments will be served in the centre afterwards. Any students willing to do readings, prayers or take part in the choir contact Marie on 086 8420674.
Lisaniska NS Children's Mass will be held on Saturday evening, May 25, at 8pm in Christ the King Church, Knockmore, in remembrance of all past pupils and staff of Lisaniska NS. Their children’s choir will be taking part.
The numbers drawn in the lotto last week were 4, 8, 15 and 20. There was no jackpot winner. The €25 winner was Michelle McLoughlin. Thank you for your continued support.
The numbers drawn last week in the Knockmore GAA lotto were 3, 12 19,28. There was no jackpot winner. Weekly winners were John McKenna and Joan Tuffy. Season ticket winners were Michael Boland, and Brendan and Mary Boland. Lucky dip winner was Alan Stadler. The latest jackpot in the draw which was held on Saturday, May 18, was €7,000.
A pilgrimage to Medjugorje for one week will depart from Knock Airport on September 18, with Spiritual Direction Fr Kieran Holmes. Contact Bernadette Coleman on 086 8196653 for further information.
Congratulations to the following pupils from Currabaggan NS who received the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop John Fleming in a touching ceremony in Christ the King Church, Knockmore, on Saturday, April 27. Boys; Cian Breslin, Michael Hoban, Aidan Fitzpatrick, Evan Ruane, Eoin Holmes, Jamie Sweeney, Jack Finnerty, Kristin Robak and Edward O’Hora. The girls were Michaela Monaghan, Hannah Bourke, Caoimhe Ryder, Danielle Culkin, Freya Corcoran, Aine McHale, Grace Hannick, Freya Goggins, Sally Bourke, Clodagh O’Donnell, Emily Reddington and Erin Walsh.
Thank you has been extended to all the volunteers who took part in the Easter Monday Clean Up in the Knockmore area and to John Healy for the use his trucks for the pick up of rubbish.
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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.
Fr Harrison can be contacted on his mobile 087 8112163, Killala parish house 096 32176 or email frmichaelharrison@gmail.com.
Opening hours at the parish office in Killala are; Tuesday 11am-3pm, Wednesday 10am-3pm and Thursday 10am-1pm. All queries and Masses can be booked by phoning the office on 096 32176 or emailing parishnotes@hotmail.com.
Thank you has been extended to all who participated and donated to the recent Darkness into Light Walk where a total of €370 was raised and it has been passed onto Pieta House.
The Mayo Mental Health Association information centre in Bohernasup, Ballina, is open in the community. They provide options, support and guidance for individuals and their families experiencing mental health difficulties. The centre provides a confidential sign posting service and the drop in service is open Monday to Wednesday from 9.30am to 4pm. Call 096 71492 for further details.
Keep fit classes take place in Lacken Enterprise Centre on Thursday evenings at 8pm with Conor Denneny from Ballina Sports Centre. All are welcome to come along.
High noon takes place in the Fáilte Room on Monday with the usual bus service in operation. Contact 096 34130 for further details.
Bonus ball winner last week was Breda Kelly. There are numbers available for bonus ball, if interested contact Leo on 087 9163851.
St. Vincent de Paul Ballina, are looking for volunteers to assist in their shop in Ballina. Donation sorters, till operators, merchandisers, shop floor assistants and social media assistants. Contact Peter on 085 8759460 or 096 72905.
The clothes collection is still ongoing at the community centre and can be left in the alley way at the side of the centre at any time.
Defibrillator contacts for Lacken are; Teresa Kelly 086 6699859, Marie Kelly 085 2800557, Enda Rooney 086 311 9312 , Adrienne Loughney 087 6464694, Tara Loughney 086 2099358, Katherine Hickey 083 4838849, Ann Loughney 087 6314067, Aine Lavin 087 1238497, Jackie Jackson 086 8755957, Ann Marie Walsh 087 2104367. Defibrillators are located at the Enterprise Centre, Banagher and the Failte Room beside Lacken Church
Killala Community Text Alert Scheme is up and running. The procedure is if you notice any suspicious activity you ring the Gardai on 096 20550 and they will decide if it warrants a text being sent to the scheme. If you are not already signed up it is not too late, call to the community centre and fill up a form.
Killala Community Council (Newstart) Ltd are running a Meals on Wheels service for Killala and surrounding areas. We aim to provide nourishing quality meals at an affordable price to any senior citizen who signs up. The meals will have two courses and can be collected €7 or delivered €8. Orders can be taken up to 11.30am each day. This service is available to anyone over 60 years or recovering from illness. If interested contact 096 32992/32484.
