Local Notes: Round-up of news from the North Mayo region
Enjoying Killala Live Festival last month were Sophie Petrie, Ada Jones and Brent Dube from Killala. Picture: John O'Grady
Crossmolina
Renovations on our Town Hall has commenced with Phase One. Many thanks for all your support. We look forward to creating a wonderful community space for everyone to enjoy in the years ahead.
It has been confirmed that next year's Confirmation ceremony at St Tiernan’s Church will take place on Saturday, March 6, at 12 noon. Best of luck to all the children as they prepare for their Confirmation in the years ahead.
Wishing all our pupils a very happy return to school! May the new school year be filled with friendship, learning, laughter and many happy memories.
Mass for the late Canon George McHale will be celebrated on Sunday, September 6, at 11.30am in St Tiernan’s Church. He was chaplain to Gortnor Abbey and resident in Kilmurry and had been in Crossmolina Parish from 1986 to 1993.
Western Alzheimer's will hold its Peak of the Reek Community Climb on Saturday, September 12.
Walk for a loved one or enjoy a community day out. All funds support hands-on care for local families living with Dementia in the West. Register at westernalzheimers.ie or contact 094-9364900 for further details.
The Gortnor Abbey Leaving Cert Class of 1976 will hold a 50-year reunion in Ballina Manor Hotel on Saturday, October 17.
For further details, telephone Freddie on 085-1674532, Ann on 087-6539334 or Margaret on 086-3441449.
It is that time of the year again when we begin our campaign for submissions to this year's edition of The Chronicle for 2026 and what a year it has been!
The committee is now accepting articles, poems, tributes, reports and photographs via its email address crossmolinachronicle@gmail.com or to any committee member. The closing date for submissions is October 1st, 2026.
There was no winner of Crossmolina Deel-Rovers GAA Club Lotto jackpot on Saturday night, August 22, when the numbers drawn were 13, 21, 28 and 31.
Two tickets had three numbers - Padraic Syron Castlebar, and Liam and Regina Naughton, Kilmurrybeg, Castlehill - and they each won €75.
The draw took place in Hiney’s Bar.
This week’s jackpot is €7,950. Many thanks for your continued support
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Ardagh
Officers of Ardagh GAA club continue with their ongoing development plans.
The club's recently constructed new gymnasium is now in full use for its players and is fitted with the most modern gym equipment. It is a very welcome addition to other club developments such as a stand come shelter for its supporters which has been erected in recent months.
Last season the club installed an electric scoreboard. It’s envisaged that lighting will be installed in due course on the walkway for use during the winter months. When installed this facility could be utilised during the winter thus adding a further boost to the wellbeing of its users.
The club continues to fundraise for its ongoing development and any individual or business proprietor who would like to donate or sponsor the club in any guise may contact any club officer or committee member. The main source of income comes from its monthly lotto tickets which can be purchased online or through the club's website. Further information from any club official.
Ardagh Social Services are hosting an event in Ardagh Community Centre on Wednesday, September 16.
The morning commences at 11am with talks focusing on 'Staying Independent As We Age', with expert advice from an occupational therapist and physiotherapist. It will be followed by lunch and an afternoon of traditional music.
Full particulars from Elaine at 086-4034968. The cost is €10 per person (subsidised) and booking is essential. All are welcome to attend.
Ardagh travel to Achill this weekend to take on the local side in the Treanlaur Catering Mayo Junior Football Championship.
Ardagh have full points from their last two outings but Sean Carey and his management team will be looking for a good response from their charges as they face stiff opposition in this crucial encounter.
Match date and time elsewhere in the sports section.
The annual Pro-Life church gate collection will take place this weekend, September 5 and 6. All support will be greatly appreciated by the organisers.
Ardagh GAA Club's monthly lotto jackpot currently stands at €6,300 and tickets are currently on sale. Full details on the club website www.ardaghgaaclub.com where the online link is supplied.
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Moygownagh
Moygownagh walking group meets each Wednesday at 8pm.Please wear high-vis clothing. All members of the community are welcome to come along.
The next meet-up for tea/coffee will be after 11am Mass on Sunday, September 6th. All are welcome.
Carn National School reopens today (Tuesday, September 1). Best wishes to all the children as they return to school.
Mayo Mental Health Association raised a total of €300 at the churchgate collected at weekend masses in Moygownagh.
Thanks to everybody who contributed to the cause and to John and Billy for doing the collection.
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Lacken
News items can be handed into the Fáilte Room by 10am on Thursday or phone 096-34130 or email tithecoistra@gmail.com.
Fr Michael Harrison can be contacted on his mobile phone at 089-4940635 and Killala parish house on 096-32176 or email frmichaelharrison@gmail.com.
Sympathy is extended to the McLoughlin and Gill family, Castlelacken, on the passing of Madeline McLoughlin and to the relatives of Martin Bryce, Barroe.
May they rest in peace.
Children's choir practice every Thursday evening at 6.30pm in Lacken Church.
High noon will be back on in the Fáilte room on Monday next, September 7. Usual bus service. Contact 096-34130 for further details.
Save the date for this years Tractor Run, which is on Sunday, September 27.
LBK walking group continue to meet every Monday and Thursday mornings at 10am.
The Monday walks follow local coastal routes of approximately 5-6km, offering a relaxed and enjoyable way to stay active while taking in the beauty of our local area.
The Thursday wanderers are a little more adventurous, exploring routes along the Killala greenway, Kilcummin Head, Moygownagh and Ballycastle and scenic Glens, where they enjoy some of the most breathtaking views North Mayo has to offer.
Last week's winner in the Bonus Ball draw was Michael Fitzmaurice. There are numbers available, contact Leo Loughney at 087-9163851.
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Killala
There was no jackpot winner in the Community Centre Lotto on August 28 last when the numbers drawn were 5, 11, 18, 20.
€20 consolation prizes went to Julie O'Hara, Vincent McDonnell and Stephanie Fleming. The jackpot this week is €2550. Tickets are sold locally.
Bingo continues in Killala Community Centre every Wednesday night at 8.30pm. All welcome.
Killala Parish Office will be closed from September 16 to October 13 next.
Killala Meals delivery service is available to anyone who needs it. Please contact the community centre for information at 096-32992.
