Local Notes: Setting off on 'The Long and Winding Road' as Ballintubber Lights Up Challenge gets underway
Setting out to swing! The Beatles 1970 number “The Long and Winding Road” comes to mind as Sean Feeney, Bernie McHale ,Brian Feeney, Jackie Heneghan, John Feeney and Bridie Heneghan head out on the Ballintubber Lights Up challenge. Picture by Tom Quinn
There was no winner of the jackpot in the latest Ballintubber GAA Lotto draw. 4, 7, 18 and 31 were the numbers drawn and the winners of the consolation prizes of €20 each on the night were Oliver Mortimer, Rebecca McNeely, Margaret Jennings, Nuala Heneghan, Ronan Mannion and James Malone.
On last Sunday, January 21, the jackpot stood at €3,300. All lucky dip winners get a ticket for the 'Win 52k' draw. To be in with a chance, get your entry in via Smart Lotto at: https://smartlotto.ie/ballintubber-gaa/...
Julia and Thomas McNally, Ballintubber, have extended thanks to all who contributed to their Christmas Home Light fundraiser for autism. A very generous total of €1,555 was raised.
Ballintubber GAA Club is offering a lucky winner the chance to earn €1,000 a week for a year in their recent ‘Win €52K’ fundraiser. The attractive fundraiser will see one lucky winner claim a cash prize of €52,000 paid out at €1,000 per week into their account. Tickets are reasonably priced at €20 each or three for €50 and can be purchased through the club fundraiser website www.win€52k.ie or from any of the club’s executive. The winner will be drawn in the club’s Clogher clubhouse on Sunday, June 2, and will be broadcast live on the club Facebook page.
Sincere sympathy is accorded to Bernadette Keaveney (Ballyglass), and Johnny Mee (Castlebar) on the passing of their sister Margaret (better known as Margie) Moran née Mee, The Curragh, Castlebar and a native of McHale Road, Castlebar. Margaret passed away peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff of the Ross Suite, Sacred Heart Hospital. Her remains reposed in Kilcoyne’s Funeral Home, Thomas Street, Castlebar, on Thursday evening and her funeral arrived at the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar, on Friday morning, January 19, for her funeral Mass at 11.30. Burial ceremonies took place in Castlebar New Cemetery. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
Ballyglass Active Age group resumed their exercise classes on a recent Tuesday after taking a well-earned break for the Christmas. All were happy to get moving again. The class was followed by the first monthly meeting of the New Year followed by a cup of tea and plenty of chat. Ideas for activities and outings for the coming year were discussed. Yoga classes commenced on Wednesday, January 10, also. There's plenty to look forward to as the year progresses for this busy group. New members are always very welcome.
Ballyglass FC AGM will be held on January 26, at 8pm in Ballyglass FC Clubhouse. All members are requested to attend and new members will be most welcome.
Last week’s winners were as follows: 1st Martin Ford and Seamus Nevin, 2nd Margaret Mannion and Patricia Jennings; Richard and Mary Carney. The last 10 winners were Mary Morrin and Jimmy Sheridan. The raffle winners were Mary Morrin and Jimmy Sheridan. Congrats to all the winners and thank you all for your continued support. Card games continue every Monday night from 9pm in Ballyglass Community Centre.
The numbers drawn on Monday, January 15, were 5, 7, 25 and 30. There was no winner of the jackpot of €5,400. The match 3 winners were Fran and David McNamara. Consolation prizes went to Rob Gibbons, Colm Connor, Kathleen King, Bernie Conroy and Pat Delaney. The weekend jackpot was €5,500. Thanks to all who support Ballyglass FC Lotto. To play online go to http://smartlotto.ie/ballyglass-fc.
Ballyglass Community Council will hold its AGM on Wednesday, January 31, at 8pm in Ballyglass Community Centre. All members are asked to attend. New members are always very welcome.
Due to some essential repairs to the flooring in the community centre, there will be no market in Ballyglass during February. The next Ballyglass Market will hopefully take place on March 9.
Art classes with Niamh resumed on Monday, January 22, in Ballyglass Community Centre. There is a fee of €50 for 6 weeks of classes. Booking is essential. Contact Nora on 087 9729672.
The Liverpool George Moore conference programme will be published next month in February. The conference is planned to run from early afternoon on Wednesday, May 8, with the first day concluding with a wine reception. Thursday 9th will be a full day of papers and other GM activities, with the conference dinner in the evening. There will be no formal academic activities scheduled on Friday 10, the excursion to Chester races (it is still possible to book tickets for this, but you would need to do so directly through the racecourse.
The deadline for the call for papers for the conference has been extended until January 30: https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/english/news/12th-international-george-moore-conference/. Details of the programme, registration etc., will be added to the website in due course.
Irish conversation classes resumed in Carnacon Community Centre on last Wednesday, January 17, from 7 until 8pm. For further information contact Mary 087 9747247. Failte roimh do gach duine.
January is here and its time for the GAA's Ireland Lights Up Steps Challenge. The challenge has kicked off and would-be participants need to download the app and register for the challenge. Last year Ballintubber finished in the top 5 in Connacht, aim to be number one this year! Last Thursday, January 11, was the first walk held also with Sunday mornings so pencil that in the diary and spread the word.
Ballintubber is registered under 'Ballintubber GAA Club Mayo'.
Anyone who is having issues registering can contact the club Health and Wellbeing officer Deirdre Donnelly.
Carnacon LGFA is seeking expression of interest for management of the senior ladies team. Anyone interested contact: carnacon.mayo@lgfa.ie.
2024 Carnacon LGFA Club registration is now open for all ages on Foireann. U10 players up to seniors are requested and required to register. Club coaches are looking forward to seeing you all back with the club for the coming season. Congratulations to local ladies Eábha Donnelly and Clíodhna Dowling on being selected for the Mayo Ladies Gaelic football U16 squad for the coming year. No doubt they will make their club, parish and family proud.
The Over 55’s Group meet every Monday morning at the resource centre at 10.30am. New members are always welcome to drop in for a chat and a cup of tea.
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The Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto draw took place on January 13, for a jackpot of €10,200. 7, 16, 25 and 30 were the numbers drawn. There was no jackpot winner. The online prize winners were Michael Staunton and Joe Doan. The jackpot draw was held again on January 20, with a highly attractive jackpot of €10,300. There are two online prizes of €40 and also a €40 Cairde prize each week. You can play on line at http://bit.ly/tuarmhiceadaigh http://bit.ly/tuarmhiceadaigh.
Fitness classes by Tuar Mhic Éadaigh local and qualified personal trainer, Nathan Kurensky (Fitfinity), was due to commence on Tuesday, January 16, for 7 weeks. The class is suitable for all fitness levels. It is a circuit based class with a mix of cardio, body weight workouts and weights. The cost for 7 weeks is €50. There will be 2 classes available: ladies class runs from 7-7.50pm and the men’s class from 8-8.50pm. Nathan can be contacted on 083 0459735 to book a spot or for more information.
Tar linn ag siúl agus feabhsaigh a chuid Gaeilge started on a recent Monday. If you are interested in improving your Irish, the Club Irish Officer (Pattie Egan) is there to organise groups. You will be paired with someone who speaks Irish to support you in increasing your vocabulary. Meet up at Ionad Spóirt Thuar Mhic Éadaigh agus get walking. There is a great group with Irish to join up with you and plenty of craic and conversation is guaranteed. It happens every Monday and Wednesday for the "Ireland Lights Up" initiative. The "Every Step Counts Challenge 2024" ensures a collective 4000km puts the club in with a chance to win 3 prizes of €2,500! As a Healthy Club, CLG Thuar Mhic is committed to promoting health and wellbeing within our membership and with our community. Bígí linn!
Geraldine Feerick is currently receiving treatment for her condition in Germany and England. Ger has had a strong relationship with Tourmakeady throughout the years. Ger attended Coláiste Mhuire and also worked in Treenlaur National School as a teacher for a while. During her time in Tourmakeady she was a huge asset to the area.
Ger instilled the children’s interest in the Irish language, football and dance. Ger made every effort to promote Gaelic football in the school and she organised dance classes in the evenings for the local community.
If at all possible if anyone can donate some money, do so by following the link attached. https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/friendsofger.
Badminton commenced in Ionad Spóirt on Wednesday, January 10, and will run for five weeks. Contact Rachel at 087 9844553 for further details.
Tuar Mhic Éadaigh Social Club will resume again after on Thursday, January 25, in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh from 2-4pm. Come along for social get together, light exercise, bingo, make new friends and enjoy the company.
Recent winners of the Tourmakeady NS bonus ball draws were Siobhan and Brian Mac an Mhaistir with bonus No 5. Congratulations and many thanks for your continued support.
The next conversational Irish class will take place again on this Wednesday morning, January 24, from 11 to 12 noon. An evening class also takes place on Thursday nights from 8 to 9pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Eadaigh. All are welcome and more information and details is available from Stiofán opt.cdst@gmail.com / 087 3970227.
The Parent and Toddler Group are getting together again in Halla Tuar Mhic Éadaigh after the Christmas break on this Tuesday, January 23, from 10.30am-12.30pm. There are plenty of toys for the children, and parents can have chat and a cuppa.
Eucharistic Adoration takes place in Partry Church; on Mondays from 6 to 8pm. Adoration in Tourmakeady Church is on each Wednesday evening at 7pm concluding with Mass at 7.30pm.
The Knitting Circle resumed after Christmas break on a recent Monday. The group meet in the Halla every Monday evening from 7.30-9.30pm. Further details are available from 087 7657191.
Congrats are extended to Joseph Lavelle, Ballyburke, who graduated with a PhD in Philosophy and Psychology from University College Dublin on December 7. Joseph received his national school education at Killawalla National School and secondary education in Coláiste Muire, Tourmakeady, and his undergraduate degree from NUI Galway. Son of Noel and Mairead Lavelle, Ballyburke, Joseph is wished every success in his future career by his wife Jessica, his parents and extended family.
Killawalla Community Council is hoping to organise jiving classes for beginners in the community centre in the coming weeks. Please contact 087 2879701 if you are interested in joining this group as places will be limited. The classes will run for 5/6 weeks.
Killawalla Development Lotto is now due for renewal and anyone wishing to renew their annual subscription should contact Carmel Carter on 087 2879701, Siobhan Jennings on 087 6713940 or any committee member.
Congrats to Kevin Dolan, Derryveeney, Tourmakeady, who was a recent winner of the Partry FC weekly Wednesday bonus number draw.
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The death took place last week of Paddy Duffy, Breaffy, Castlebar, Co Mayo. Paddy passed away suddenly, at his home and his passing is an occasion of deep sorrow for his loving family and many friends and relations. Predeceased by his brother Patrick, sisters Annie Cunnane, Nellie McHale and Jenny Ruane he is deeply regretted by his wife, Kathleen (Kathy), his family: Adrian, Padraic, Sinéad, Brendan, Declan, Colm, Helen, and Eilis, sons-in-law and daughters-in-law, his grandchildren Roisin, Saoirse, Eoghan, Amy, Lonan, Daniel, Andrew, Ruairi, Sean, and Sarah, his sister Chris Kearns, brothers Jack (Michael), Joe and sister-in-law Kathleen, nieces, nephews, and friends to whom sincere condolences are extended. Paddy's remains reposed at Coady’s Funeral Home on last Wednesday from 5.30pm until 7pm followed by removal to his home. Removal from his home took place on Thursday morning at 11am to St Aloysius Church, Breaffy, for Requiem Mass at 11.30am. Funeral ceremonies took place afterwards in Breaffy cemetery.
Breaffy GAA lotto stands at €17,600 on January 23. 5, 12 and 27 with bonus 7 were the numbers drawn on January 16. Congrats to the lucky dip winners.
Ireland Lights Up in partnership with Operation Transformation has recommenced and will continue every Wednesday evening from 7pm for five weeks. The walks are open to the whole community and everyone is encouraged to come out and get walking at either Ballyheane or Breaffy pitches. All abilities are catered for with tea/ coffee and a chat afterwards in the clubhouse. The club has thanked all for the great turnout in Breaffy for the kick off of Ireland Lights Up in association with Operation Transformation.
The death occurred last week of Mary Mullaney (nee McTigue), Meelickmore, Claremorris, and Lohan Park Group Home, Brickens, Claremorris, and formerly of Breaffy, Co. Mayo. Mary passed away peacefully Mayo University Hospital.
She is deeply regretted by her loving husband Tom, brothers Pat, Jimmy and Billy, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere sympathy is tendered. Her remains reposed at Gilligan’s Funeral Home, Market Square, Claremorris, on last Wednesday evening, January 17, from 6pm with removal at 8pm to St Colman’s Church, Claremorris. Her funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday at 12 noon followed by burial ceremonies afterwards in St Colman’s cemetery. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.
Belcarra community have organised an attractive fundraiser with all proceeds going towards the completion of the new MUGA / astroturf facility in the village. Tickets are on sale now and online https://member.clubforce.com/tickets_m.asp?LL_ID=2628 and will be available soon in local retailers and from committee members. The first prize is a hugely attractive 2 flights to New York, 4 nights’ accommodation, 2 tickets to the New York v Mayo match and €500 spending money. This is an amazing prize for all Mayo football fans, or anyone who fancies a weekend of craic in the Big Apple. Tickets are €10 each of 6 for €50. Please support the draw to finance the fabulous local facilities in Belcarra.
Belcarra Community Council’s latest lotto draw featured an attractive jackpot of €4,800 on January 14. The numbers drawn were 2, 9, 17 and 23 and there was no winner. The lucky dip winners of €30 were Evan Canavan, Belcarra, Laura Cunningham, online, Rita Quinn, Coguala and Caoimhe Brohan, online. The latest jackpot on January 21 was €4,900.
Congrats to Cillian Redmond, Ben Edeh and Nathan Reilly Doyle who were part of the Mayo team who defeated Roscommon on a score line of 4-1 in the Connaught Regional Cup .Congratulations also to Fifth Year student Emma Duffy on yet another International call up to the Ireland U17 squad. The community wishes you the best of luck, Emma.
Ballyheane Ladies group meet on Monday evenings at 8pm in the community centre. Last week Image consultant Thelma Gibbons was the guest speaker. The group always welcome new members.
Mayo Ireland Palestine campaign is hosting a human rights talk on Palestine West Bank. Join for an evening with Áine Treanor who will share her experience as a Human Rights Observer in the West Bank Palestine. Amanie Issa from Bethlehem a PHD student who will talk about life under occupation in the West Bank at the TF Royal Hotel, Castlebar, at 7pm on Friday, January 26. Admission is free.
Mayo County Council is inviting applications for funding under the General Municipal Allocation (GMA) Funding 2024. Applications are being accepted under the following headings: Residents Associations, Clubs/Organisations, Festivals and Events and Burial Grounds. Funding applications will be considered for activities or projects which promote directly or indirectly the social, economic, environmental, recreational, cultural, community or sporting development of the Mayo area. Preference will be given to projects which are community based and demonstrate that they have or can attract matching funding. The closing date for applications is Friday, February 2, 2024 at 4.30pm and application forms are available from the link below or by contacting the Municipal District offices. Castlebar Municipal District: Phone: 094 9064000, Email: castlebargma@mayococo.ie.
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This year's Senior Scór County Final will be held in Balla Community Centre on Friday, March 22. The night gets underway with the quiz at 7pm. This will be followed at 8.15pm approx. by stage events incorporating music, song, drama and dancing. Clubs are encouraged to do their best to enter at least one act into the competition. Further information is available from local GAA clubs or by emailing scor.mayo@gaa.ie.
Balla GAA Club lotto jackpot prize stood at €4,600 for the draw on Thursday, January 11, in Flukies. The numbers drawn were 4, 23, 25 and 30. The €30 winners were Declan Sweeney (online), Elaine Cunnane (cash sale) and Gary Boyle (standing order). The most recent draw was held on Thursday, January 18 in The Railway Tavern when the jackpot stood at €4,700.
Donations to the crib appeal for the work of Sr Mary O’Malley in Kenya amounted to an impressive €3,130. The money has been forwarded to the Medical Missionaries of Mary who will pass it on to Sr Mary. This will be a huge support to Sr Mary with her wonderful work. Gracious thanks have been extended to all who contributed so generously.
The clubs lotto jackpot stood at €12,600 for the January 14 draw. The numbers drawn were 4, 16, 22 and 27. The 3 winners of €25 were Pauline Brennan, Manulla; Leo Heaney, Castlebar and Javi and Luke Serantes, Belcarra. The latest draw for a €12,700 jackpot was on January 21.
Congratulations to former Manulla FC, Mayo Schoolboys/Girls League and Castlebar COE player Ryan Cunningham on his first call up to the Ireland U15 squad for their tie against Australia on Saturday in Dublin. The Manulla FC Girls Calendar for 2024 is in popular demand. It can be purchased in Costcutter Belcarra and is Centra Balla. The cost is a modest €10, with all proceeds going towards training gear for the 2024 season. Sincere thanks are extended to Linda Cuffe and John Hennelly for compiling the calendar.
Living Well is a free HSC programme which helps people with long term health conditions to manage and improve their overall wellbeing.
The next online programme will commence on January 30. For further information contact Liam Gildea on 086 0142675 or lgildea@southmayo.com.
Drama classes for children with Danielle take place on Thursdays from 3.30 to 5.30. Move it or lose it returned on January 16, from 10am to 11am and will continue on Tuesdays. Sewing classes with Josie will be on Mondays from 10.30 to 12.30. Please phone 087 3528953 for details and to secure a place.
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Sincere sympathy is extended to Bridie Bourke, Newtown, Clogher, Claremorris, on the death last week of her brother, James ‘Jimmy’ Munnelly, Ballinaglough, Snugboro, Castlebar. Jimmy passed away peacefully on January 17. The removal of his remains took place on Saturday morning at 10.30 to the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar, for Funeral Mass at 11.30. Burial ceremonies took place afterwards in Castlebar New Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
Card results for Friday, January 12, were 1st Derek Quinn and Tommy Fahy, 2nd Jimmy Connor and Tommy Lyons, Last 10 Margaret Mannion and Majella Corbett. Game continues every Friday night at 9pm.
The death took place last week of Imelda McQuaid, Nottingham. Imelda was a sister of the late PJ McCormack, Newtown and sincere sympathy is extended to all who mourn her passing on both sides of the Irish Sea.
Active Age group meetings resume on Wednesday, January 24, after their Christmas break. There are many activities and outings to look forward to in 2024. New members are always welcome. The meetings run from 11am to 1pm every Wednesday and include a light lunch.
