Local Notes: Over 100 cyclists at Ballintubber Resource Centre take off on the Ollie Roache Memorial cycle event
Over 100 cyclists pictured at Ballintubber Resource Centre starting out on the Ollie Roache Memorial Cycle event on a recent Sunday. Picture by Tom Quinn.
It was a beautiful morning for the Ollie Roache Memorial Cycle 2024. A big thank you has been extended to all who helped: registration personnel Errew Community Committee, marshals, food stop supervisors, lead and sweeper cars, Order of Malta, the Roache family members, club members who pulled out all the stops with food supplies, and most of all the 100+ cyclists who took part.
There was a great atmosphere before and afterwards in the centre and plenty of food to go round. Amongst the enjoyment, participants took a moment to remember fondly Ollie Roache RIP and his family. His memory remains very much a cherished part of the community.
There was no winner of the jackpot in the latest Ballintubber GAA lotto draw on Sunday week last. 13, 25, 32 and 36 were the numbers drawn and there was no jackpot winner. The winners of the consolation prizes were Mark Reilly, Siobhán Jennings, Laura and Brendan Mongan, Chris O'Doherty, Walter Lyons and Austin and Mary Meehan. On last Sunday, June 23, the jackpot stood at €5,500 for the weekly draw. Play Ballintubber lotto at: https://member.clubspot.app/.../ballintubber-gaa/fundraisers.
Carra Community Games had a hugely enjoyable day at the Mayo athletics finals in Claremorris. The club had lots of athletes reach finals and gleaned 2 silver medals for Áine Ramsey in Shot Putt and Ruth Donnelly in the 600m race. There was great effort and with the participants wearing the new singlets which were a fantastic addition for this year. Thanks Carmel Burke for organising everything and thanks also to Deirdre Donnelly for organising the area completions. It was a great season. The club also had a super evening in Balla Centre for the Mayo finals. The club have U12 music county champions Áine Mongan, Moll McCarthy, Emily Scully and Pierce Nestor. The group were fantastic took the gold medal and are now off to Carlow for the national finals. The U16s group were second with Joe Scully, Aoife Mongan, and Brendan McCarthy taking a silver medal in the Mayo finals.
Other highly commendable results were, U12 recitation Emily Scully 3rd, U12 solo singing Emily Scully 3rd, U12 solo music Áine Mongan 3rd, U16 solo music Brendan McCarthy 2nd and Aoife Mongan 3rd.
It was a fantastic evening with loads of county medals coming home to Carra. Congratulations to everyone. Special thanks to the parents for their ongoing support.
There will be a céilí in Carnacon Community Centre on Saturday night, July 13, running from 9pm till late. If dancers need to brush up their skills before then there will be set dancing classes with Chris Oates on June 27, from 8.30 to 10pm in Carnacon Community Centre at the modest fee €8 per class.
Ros na Réaltóg Forest School, Carnacon F12 YD72 are holding an open day with free ECCE preschool places for September 2024. Come along and explore the forest setting. Contact Ròisìn Geddes at 089 2032196 for further details.
The numbers drawn on June 17, were 12, 20, 23 and 30. There was no winner of the €7,600 jackpot. Match 3 winner was Leona Nestor. Consolation prizes went to Cathal O’Malley, Dean O’Malley, Mary Carney, Margaret Haywood and Peter Quinn. Play now to be in with a chance to win next week’s jackpot by going to smartlotto.ie. Thanks to everyone for their support.
Results of the Ballyglass cards which were played on Monday, June 17: 1st Gus Sweeney and Tom Fitzpatrick, 2nd Patricia Jennings and Margaret Mannion; Chris Flatley and Philip White and 3rd Pat Griffith and Noel Costello. The last 10 winners were; Tom and Patsy Flatley and the raffle prizes went to Judy Clarke and Kitty Rumley. The progressive 25 card games continue every Monday evening from 9pm in Ballyglass Community Centre.
Well done to all of the young athletes from the Carra Community Games area who took part in the Mayo Community Games athletics county finals in Claremorris on June 16. There were fantastic performances on the day from some of the stars of the future, whether they brought home medals on the day or not. Everyone did their best and had a great day. Well done boys and girls. Participants on the day representing the Carra area were: U14 Shot Putt Áine Ramsey; U12 Ball Throw Daisy Hardcastle; U12 girls 100m Caoimhe Corcoran; U12 girls 200m Lia Haran; U12 girls 600m Ruth Donnelly; U12 boys 100m Donal McGinty; U12 boys 200m Evan Mulroe; U8 boys 60m Pierce Lavin; U8 boys 80m Conal Mulroe; U10 boys 100m Finn Mulroe; U10 boys 200m Cian Ramsey; U10 girls 200m Roisin McGinty and U14 boys 800m Finn Bracken.
The monthly markets in Ballyglass Centre are a great success. Supporters please note the next Ballyglass market will be on Sunday, July 14.
Sincere sympathy is extended to Pat Egan, Glasgort, on the recent passing of his sister Kathryn Lahart, R.I.P, née Egan, of Piltown, Co Kilkenny. May she rest in peace.
A part time employee is required to join the team at Ballintubber Abbey. The position is mainly Saturday work only. There may be additional hours/days during busy periods. Flexibility to cover holidays and days off is desirable. The job includes: giving guided tours of the 800 year old Abbey to visitors and groups, looking after the gift shop, setting up for weddings, Masses and events and cleaning and maintaining the Abbey and public areas. Apply in writing with CV and cover letter to manager@ballintubberabbey.ie.
Ballintubber Abbey Visitor Centre and Gift Shop is open Daily. Guided tours are available 7 Days a week including Sundays after Mass. Monday - Friday at 12 noon and 3pm. Contact 093 9030934 or info@ballintubberabbey.ie.
A selection of wedding and baptism gifts and cards are now available in the gift shop. Cemetery Masses will be celebrated on July 6 and 7. A ‘Light the Fire’ Open Air Mass will be held on Sunday, August 4, on the grounds of the Abbey.
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A new summer season of Irish classes is about to commence in Halla Tuar Mhic Eadaigh. On Wednesday, July 4, at 10am there will be a session for complete beginners. For more experienced speakers there is a Seisiún Comhrá from 11 to 12pm (midday) and another evening session running from 7 to 8pm. Interested persons can register at www.gailgedstme.ie/ranganna or contact Stiofán at 087 23970227 /opt.cdst@gmail.com.
The talented athletes from Tourmakeady and Partry Community Games had a fantastic day of top performances, PB's, medals, podium finishes and superb fun at the recent Mayo Community Games Track and Field Finals in Claremorris.
Paddy McGeough kicked off the medals glory for Partry Tourmakeady, winning 3rd place in the Boys Shot Putt. Éabha Barker quickly followed suit, by also coming 3rd in the Shot Putt competition for girls, to win a second bronze medal for the club. Up next was Seamus Burke for the U16 boys 1500m race. Seamus seemed to glide around the track with ease to win the race and the first gold medal for Partry Tourmakeady. Winning 1st place booked Seamus straight through to the nationals finals in Carlow on August 24. Then it was Sophie Flavin's turn to run the U16 girls 200m race. Sophie led from the start, with an excellent sprint to the finish line in 1st place. Sophie's win gave Partry/Tourmakeady club the 2nd gold of the day and also puts her straight through to the national finals in Carlow.
The club also had great performances from Rian Barker, James Conway, Millie Prendergast, Celine Lydon, CJ Walsh, Conor Walsh, Peter Sheridan, Robert Dermody, Holly Dermody and Katie Sheridan, many of whom were placed in their heats but just missed out in the finals, and others recording personal bests. Congratulations to you all. There were more medals in store. Réaltín Donoghue (who ran the U10 girls 100m race) and Sophie Lydon (who ran the U8 girls 60m race) both took home silver medals. Winning 2nd place in their races means they are through to the regional finals in Athlone on August 10, where they will represent their club and county. Éabha Barker made a second appearance on the podium, winning 3rd place in the U14 girls 100m race and she will be joining Réaltín and Sophie at the regional finals in Athlone, competing for a spot in the national finals in Carlow.
It was a massive 7 medals in total from the fantastic team of young athletes at the Mayo finals. What a result for the community and club in their second year up and running. Congratulations and many thanks to each competitor for your performances and support of your teammates. You were a credit to your community. And you all looked great in the new singlets, sponsored by FP&A Senior Finance.
A special mention goes to Sophie Flavin for reciting the pledge through Irish again this year at the opening ceremony. Finally thanks to the parents for bringing you and to Jennifer Sheridan and her team of local volunteers who put a lot of work in behind the scenes.
Best wishes to the athletes in the regional and national finals in August.
The latest Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto draw took place on June 15 for a jackpot of €12,400. 8, 12, 22 and 28 were the numbers drawn. There was no jackpot winner. Online consolation prizes went to Judy Fallon and Margaret Heneghan. The jackpot stood at €12,500 on last Saturday night, June 22. There are two online prizes of €40 and also a €40 Cairde prize each week. All funds raised support club development and the support of patrons is deeply appreciated. You can play on line / Ticéadaí le fáil ar líne ag: https://smartlotto.ie/clg-thuar-mhic-eadaigh/.
The Kellogg’s Cúl Camp, Tuar Mhic Éadaigh will take place from July 22 to 26. The website for booking children into Cúl Camp is now open: https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/.
The annual Ceol Na Locha traditional music festival will take place in Tuar Mhic Eadaigh this year from August 12 to 16. Bookings are available at ceolnalocha@gmail.com and ceolnalocha.com.
A great time was had by visitors at the recent Drimbawn Gardens open days. A large attendance enjoyed the beautiful gardens while also enjoying the sunshine on the shores of Lough Mask. There was plenty of delicious coffee and home bakes from Caife Glas and McHugh’s on site. There was also a chance to taste some vodka and gin from the local Loch Mask Distillery. Sincere thanks have been extended to Ronnie and Doris Wilson for opening those magnificent gardens to the public each year.
The annual Tourmakeady outing to Knock will take place on next Wednesday, June 28, this year. The bus will depart from O’Toole’s at 10am in order to be present for 11.45 Mass celebrated by Fr Jarlath Heraty at the Shrine. Lunch will be served at St Mary’s Restaurant Knock at 12.30pm and the return trip will commence at 4.15 approx. arriving back in Tourmakeady at 5.30. Places can be booked from Katie Clarke at 097 9650811, Kathleen Gibbons at 087 7660081, Sally Gibbons on 087 2974375 or Nora at the Halla on 094 9544295.
The Knitting Circle Group meets in the Halla every Monday evening from 7.30-9.30pm. Further details are available from 087 7657191.
The Parent and Toddler Group meet in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh on Tuesdays from 10.30-12.30pm. There are plenty of toys for the children, and parents can have chat and a cuppa. New members welcome. Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Social Club on Thursday in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh from 2-4pm. Come along for social get together, light exercise, bingo, make new friends and enjoy the company. New members welcome.
The details of the Killawalla Community Day 2024 on July 7, are as follows; Gates open from 12.30 with races at 1.30pm. The usual fun and games are on the programme plus more additions including fun races for parents. Claremorris Bouncing Castles will be in attendance with something for the kids and kids at heart and also a food truck and treats will be provided by Corbett Catering. Other activities include children and adult races, wellington throwing, penalty shoot out, horse shoe throwing, guess the weight and fun and games for all. The entrance fee is modest at €5 for adults and kids are free. There will be a small charge as usual on novelty events and to cover costs on the bouncy castles. There will be a raffle on the day and music after from 8pm in McEvilly’s with Conor Duffy. So rain or shine there's something for all the family. Please support the event and thanks to all who committed sponsorship and prizes so far. Stay tuned for more updates.
On Sunday, July 7, Mass will be celebrated at 10am in Killawalla Cemetery. This will be followed by a blessing and dedication of the new extension to the cemetery. All are welcome to this special spiritual morning in Killawalla.
For the next few weeks Killawalla Pioneers will recite the rosary at the grotto beside Killawalla Church after 10am Mass.
Congratulations to all at St Mary’s, Partry who had their Green School Flag raising ceremony on Wednesday, June 10, at 2pm. It is a fantastic achievement for the school and the parish. Well done to all the pupils and teaching staff in making this happen.
Congratulations to the Lally, Duffy and Flatley families who were recent winners of the Partry AFC weekly Wednesday draws.
Congrats to Peter McMurray and Michael Kelly who were recent €100 winners of Partry Residence Association Saturday night bonus number draws.
Partry FAI Football Camps starts on Monday, August 5. Bookings for the 2024 Intersport Elverys FAI Football Camps are now open. You can book now via the link below;
https://bookings.faifootballcamps.ie/s/camp-list.
Partry Bingo takes place on Mondays at the usual time. The committee love meeting followers of the numbers game and please bring a friend. A great night is assured. There is a cosy atmosphere and generous prizes. All welcome.
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Breaffy GAA Lotto stands at €22,000 for tonight’s draw on June 25. The numbers drawn last week on June 18, were 9, 10, 21 and bonus number 3. There was no jackpot winner and also there was no match 3 winners. Congrats to the lucky dip winners and Esmonde Walshe won a €100 ticket for the 2024 Mayo GAA Club Development Draw. All players at the weekend were included in a draw to win a €100 ticket for the 2024 Mayo GAA Club Development Draw with €97,000 to be shared in prizes across six draws. The club have extended sincere thanks to all who support the weekly draws. Play Online: https://www.lottoraiser.ie/BreaffyGAA/.
Breaffy GAA Club has extended congratulations to Aidan O’Shea on his 90th championship appearance for Mayo GAA, to become the record holder of the most outfield appearances in senior football championship history. Aiden has been a fantastic ambassador for club and county over the years and Breaffy GAA Club are so proud of all his achievements.
The death occurred last week of Seamus Dunne, R.I.P, Corheens, Breaffy, Castlebar, Co. Mayo and previously of Levallinree, Parke, Castlebar, Seamus passed away on June 13, 2024, peacefully in the presence of his loving family and in the tender care of the staff of Cuan Chaitríona Nursing Home, Castlebar. Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Margaret Dunne, his sister Maureen and brother Tommy, he is deeply regretted by his wife Maureen, his son James, his daughters Marian, Caroline, Paula, Louise, Nicola, Ashling and Stephanie, his grandchildren Renee, Ava, Brianna, Lila Grace, Sean, David, Tara, Conor, Niamh, Laura, James, Dylan, Robyn, Harry, Anna, Tadhg, Freya Belle, Cillian and Hazel, his brothers Padraic, John, Jarlath, sisters Peggy and Patsy, daughter-in-law Deirdre, sons-in-law Martin, Stephen, Warren, Damien, Paul and Seánin, Enda and his family, sisters-in-law Liz and Patricia, brother-in-law John Joe, nephews, nieces, neighbours, friends and extended family to whom sincere sympathy is extended.
His remains reposed at Coady’s Funeral Home, Castlebar, on Friday, June 14, from 5pm with removal at 7pm to his home in Corheens, Breaffy, Castlebar. The removal from his home took place on Saturday at 12.30pm for Requiem Mass at 1.30pm in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar. Seamus was laid rest afterwards in Castlebar New Cemetery. Dia dean trócaire ar a nAinm dilis.
Mass will be celebrated in Drum Cemetery on Friday, July 5, at 7.30pm and on Sunday, July 7, at 11am in Balla Cemetery. Guesdian Cemetery Mass will be celebrated on July 12, at 7.30pm and in Elmhall on Friday, July 19, at 7.30pm.
The death has taken place of Eileen Mulroy, R.I.P, (neé Martin) Cuan Chaitríona Nursing Home, Castlebar, and late of Glenisland and Lakeshore Drive, Castlebar. Eileen passed away on June 13, peacefully in the loving care of the staff of Cuan Chaitríona Nursing Home, Castlebar. Predeceased by her husband Paddy and sons Kevin and Patrick, Eileen is deeply regretted by her loving family, daughters Cathy (Kilkenny), Helen (McNicholas) and Ena, son Seán, grandchildren Niall, Ruairí, Caoimhe, Dara, Saoirse, Leo, Cian, Oisín, Arron and Emily, sons-in-law John Kilkenny and Kevin McNicholas, daughters-in-law Moira Mulroy and Annie Mulroy, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends to whom sincere condolences are extended.
Eileen remains reposed at Coady’s Funeral Home, Castlebar on Sunday, June 16, from 6.30pm with removal at 8pm to her daughter’s residence in Belcarra, Castlebar. The removal of her remains took place on Monday at 10.30am for Requiem Mass at 11.30am in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar. Funeral ceremonies took place afterwards in Castlebar New Cemetery. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
Belcarra Community Council’s latest lotto draw featured an attractive jackpot of €7,000 on June 16. The numbers drawn were 5, 14, 16 and 25. There was no jackpot winner. Congrats to the lucky dip winners of €30 each Marion Barnicle, Mairead Keane, Rebecca McNeely and Julie Tolster.
The weekend prize was €7,100 on June 23. Tickets are on sale in Cunningham’s Costcutter, Cuffe Car Sales, Nestors and Flukies. Thanks as always for the support of patrons.
The next card game in Belcarra Centre will be on Monday, July 1. Monthly patrons and new beginners are all welcome to attend.
Congratulations to the parents and family of Maya Mary Boland who was baptised recently in St Anne's Church, Belcarra.
The death took place last week of Mary Moran, R.I.P (née McNulty) Lakeview House, Westport Road, Castlebar and late of Pheasant Hill, Castlebar. Mary passed away peacefully on June 17, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Joe Moran, parents Pat and Ellen and brother John she is deeply regretted by her loving family, Michael (Calverstown, Co. Kildare), Maria (Neary, Castlebar), Ann (O’Reilly, Castlebar) and Kevin (Monasterboice, Co. Louth), sister Bridie (UK), grandchildren Jordan, Conor, Michelle, Elaine, Grace, Ian, Colm, Niamh, Aisling, Rebecca, Ava and Luke, sons-in-law Michael and Paul, daughters-in-law Mary and Kathryn, great-grandchildren Éilis, Fiadh, Siún, Róise, Mae, Ted and Theo, extended family, neighbours and friends to whom condolences are extended.
Mary remains reposed at Coady’s Funeral Home, Castlebar, on Wednesday, June 19, from 5pm with the removal of her remains at 7pm to her home. The funeral from her home took place on Thursday morning at 10.30am. Requiem Mass for Mary was celebrated in St Patrick’s Church, Ballyheane, and she was laid to rest afterwards in Ballyheane Cemetery. Dia dean trócaire ar s nAinm dilis.
Mayo Recovery College will facilitate a suite of mental health and wellbeing modules taking place on the following dates throughout July in Castlebar (online option also); Tuesday, July 2, at 10am ‘Self Esteem’, Thursday, July 11, at 5pm ‘Self Compassion’, Tuesday, July 16, at 10am ‘Hope’ and Thursday, July 25, at 5pm ‘Happiness and Contentment’. Call/Text Karen McHale 086 0294901 or email recovery.educatormrc@hse.ie to register. www.recoverycollegewest.ie. New and existing participants are warmly invited to attend.
Accord Castlebar have marriage preparation programmes available on the following dates, September 13 and 14, and October 18 and 19. The programmes are being held in the Ellison Hotel in Castlebar. Interested persons can book places on www.accord.ie.
