Local Notes: Students from Enniscrone present collection of food for Vincent de Paul Food Appeal
Students from Jesus and Mary Secondary School, Enniscrone presenting their collection of food for the Vincent De Paul Food appeal to Peter McLoughlin, Vincent's, Ballina.
The death took place of Thomas Joseph Tuffy, Fernhill, Culleens, Co Sligo, and formerly of the Hilltop, Culleens, peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his father Thomas and mother Mary, brothers Fr Paddy, Martin and Tony, sisters Agatha and Sara.
He is deeply regretted by his loving wife Mollie, son Pat, daughter Ann, daughter-in-law Jacinta, son-in-law Peter Davis, sister-in-law Ann Tully, grandchildren Ryan, Danielle and Darragh, great-grandchild Tyler, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.
His remains reposed at Sweeney’s Funeral Home, Dromore West, on Friday, January 5, from 4pm with removal at 7pm to the Church of the Holy Family, Kilglass. His funeral Mass was held on Saturday at 12 noon with burial afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Kilglass. May he rest in peace.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto which was held on Sunday, January 7, were 1, 25, and 34. €25 prizewinners were Martin O’Dowd, Kathryn Bradshaw, Sharon Kilcullen and Aoife and Meabh Cribben. The jackpot for the draw which was held on Sunday, January 14, in McNultys Bar was €7900.
The floors are in, the plasterers are nearly finished and the finish line is in sight for the Kilglass Parish Community Centre. The committee are looking to hear from local groups, societies, individuals, non profit organisations and businesses that are interested in using any part of the facility on a short or long term basis. Contact kilglasscommunitycouncil@gmail.com for further details.
Colaiste Iascaigh have begun the new term with a focus on improving the wellbeing of all the staff and students by encouraging everyone to participate in a Wellbeing Challenge. Everyone was provided with a Happier January calendar which contains suggestions of little things people can do to improve wellbeing. Why not try to follow one tip each day. Tuesday, January 16 - Contribute positively to your local community; Wednesday 17 – Be gentle with yourself when you make mistakes; Thursday 18 – Get back in contact with an old friend; Friday 19 – Focus on what’s good even if today feels tough; Saturday 20 – Go to bed in good time and allow yourself to recharge; Sunday 21 – Try out something new to get out of your comfort zone; Monday 22 – Plan something fun and invite others to join you.
A fun creative class for adults will take place in the West Sligo Family Resource Centre commencing at the end of January with Susie. To enrol in these free adult classes contact 096 37444 for more information. No experience is necessary.
Sligo’s inter-county season begins on Sunday, January 28, with an away fixture against Clare in Cusack Park, Ennis. Sligo GAA will be running a supporters bus to that game and tickes can be booked at https://www.universe.com/users/sligo-gaa-Y036DB. Booking closes at 10pm on Wednesday, January 24.
The bus schedule will be as follows: depart Sligo GAA Centre of Excellence (Scarden at 9.30am, Sunday morning; depart Sligo Junction, Collooney at 9.40am; depart The Square Tubbercurry at 10am. The bus will depart Ennis 40 minutes after the final whistle, and will be back at Scarden at 7pm approx.. Tickets are now on sale at www.sligogaa.ie/tickets. Adults €25 (20% discount for Club Sligo members, Children U16 €10. Booking closes at 10pm on Wednesday, January 24. The consumption of alcohol will not be allowed on board the bus.
Eoghan Rua Ladies Football Club congratulate one of their senior players – Laura Conway, who was awarded the Connacht Student Bursary for her involvement with Gaelic in ATU. Well done Laura.
Stokane National School extend heartfelt thanks to Councillor Joe Queenan for his very generous donation towards the purchase of a new keyboard along with a stand, bence and storage bag, all of which has already been put to good use.
The teachers and students are absolutely passionate about music and all pupils learn to play an instrument starting with the tin whistle in Junior Infants. Many students progress to other instruments including the fiddle, button accordion, flute and banjo. They have weekly music lessons each Tuesday morning with an external music teacher and each school day starts with music practice. The pupils love to showcase their musical talents at every opportunity including playing at the School Christmas concert, busking for charity and taking part in the Enniscrone St Patrick’s Day Parade. The Stokane Marching Band were delighted to play at the Sligo GAA County Football Finals last year.
Kilglass Enniscrone Utd FC thank their outgoing chairman Peter Regan and treasurer Joan Quinn. Peter has been chairman for the last 10 years and he has tirelessly given his time and resources to the club.
Joan has been the clubs treasurer for over an extraordinary 30 years. She has performed with dedication and always a wise word when needed. ‘We are honoured to have volunteers with such tenacity, under their watch. KEUFC has improved and gone from strength to strength in numbers and in ground development. We are all very thankful for your time and sincerely appreciate your guidance’, said a spokesperson. Joan will wait on for the end of the season to handover the accounts to the new incoming treasurer.
KEUFC are actively looking for new executive members and volunteers and if interested message them on Facebook privately.
Stokane Community Park is leaving the walk/running track lights on every night until 11pm as there is nothing nicer than a good walk in the evenings and with the launch of Operation Transformation, they wish to encourage people to get out and walk/run.
Western Gaels Hurling and Camogie Club have embarked on its own adventure to develop the first hurling and camogie home grounds in Co Sligo, and they are giving you an incredible opportunity to pack your bags and travel anywhere in the world all for €25 per ticket as a fundraiser. They are limiting the number of tickets to 7500 so buy early to avoid disappointment. First prize is €8000 travel voucher and €5000 spending money; 2nd €5000 travel voucher and €3000 spending money; 3rd €3000 travel voucher and €1000 spending money and 4th through to 6th prize €1000 cash.
The draw will take place on March 16 and if the tickets are all so before the specified date, they will hold the draw sooner, so keep an eye out for updates.
Enniscrone Kilglass GAA club are inviting people to join their clubmates and dust off the walking shoes because the ‘Ireland Lights Up’ and the Irish Life GAA Healthy Clubs steps challenge is back for 2024, and it commenced yesterday, Monday, January 15, at 7.30pm from Sandcastles Childcare Centre, Enniscrone. It is hoped to walk the combined equivalent of a 4000km trip around Ireland over five weeks and if the club hits the 4000km target, they are entered into a draw with prizes comprising of €2500, €1500 and €1000 O’Neills vouchers to be won per province. If you want to get involved; download the IrishLife app, register and select challenges. The Every Step Challenge begins on January 8. Join in the challenge and let’s get moving together.
Eoghan Rua Ladies Football Club are organising a fundraising event on Friday, February 2 (bank holiday weekend) with Ruaile Buaile in the Ocean Sands Hotel. Tickets are on sale through Eventbrite, which cost €20 plus booking fee. https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/ruaile-buaile-tickets-743226810397. The night is a strictly Over 18s event.
West Sligo Athletics Club are encouraging everyone to take part in the 123.ie ‘Runuary’ challenge and make a positive and healthier start to 2024. Visit Athleticsireland.ie for full details. Runuary t-shirts and bobble hats are available as additional purchases.
Bingo is held in the Old Church, Enniscrone, every Tuesday at 8pm with doors opening at 7pm with free tea and coffee on offer. You can win €20 on lines and corners, €50 on full hours; €100 on the first pool; €400 on the second pool on 45 numbers. The cost is €20 for a double book including pool and €12 for single book including pool. All are welcome to come along and support and be in with a chance to win.
Social Dancing is taking place in Skreen and Dromard Community Centre, on Saturday, January 27, at 9pm. Music will be supplied by Noel Briody. The Eircode for the centre is F91 EY01.
The dates for First Holy Communion in Scoil Chriost Ri, Enniscrone, is Saturday, April 27, at 11am; and Kilglass NS on Saturday, April 20 at 12 noon.
Confirmation will be held for pupils of Scoil Chriost Ri, Enniscrone, on Saturday, May 18 at 11am and pupils of Kilglass NS on Saturday, May 11, at 11am.
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Jiving classes with Sandra Ganley dancer is coming soon to Castleconnor Community Centre. A five week course will commence on Monday, February 19, from 8-9pm with beginners and advanced, teens and adults welcome. Private lessons are also available. Booking is essential by contacting 0862108029 or sandraganley@live.ie.
A Stronger for Longer 8 week programme commenced yesterday, Monday, January 15, at Castleconnor Community Centre. The course is a strength and power training for over 50s and takes place every Monday from 11am to 12 noon. The cost of the course is €40. For further details contact Bernie Finlay at 087 6164788.
The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA club lotto which was held on Saturday, January 6, were 6, 11, 29 and 32. Congratulations to Sean Foody who won the €50. The jackpot in the latest draw which was held on January 13, was €19,800, with match 3 numbers €200.
