Local Notes: Students from Knockanillo NS make their Confirmation.
Students from 5th and 6th class from Knockanillo NS who made their Confirmation in Ardagh Church on February 22 last.
The Mid West Radio team were on hand on Friday last to celebrate with the Clarke family’s 40th anniversary of their business 'Ballina Heating and Plumbing", at Rehins, Ballina. They were joined by a number of family, relatives, neighbours and business associates in celebrating the occasion. Both Ann, Elaine and Joanne are wished continued success for the future of their business.
News of the passing of Ben McTiernan, which occurred in Portugal last month was met with great sadness by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Ben from Lisaniska, Knockmore, was beloved son of Dawn and Michael and brother of Katie, a special nephew and friend and will be missed so very much by all of them.
His remains reposed in Clarkes Funeral Home on Sunday evening last, February 21. His Requiem Mass was celebrated on the Monday and he was laid to rest afterwards in Ballinahaglish Cemetery. During his Requiem Mass which was attended by former school friends, work colleagues, neighbours and friends, symbols from his short life and travels were brought to the altar which included a work badge from the Great National Hotel, an Australian Hat and others from his many interests in life.
At the age of eight he and his family moved from the UK and set up home in Lisaniska where he attended the local national and secondary schools. Ben loved to travel and amongst the countries he spent time were Australia, Vietnam and Portugal where he worked for the past few years. His passing has left great sadness in his home and in the lives of many. May he now rest in peace. Heartfelt sympathy is extended to his parents Michael and Dawn, his sister Katie, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Mayo Cancer Support provides free support services to those affected by cancer at Rock Rose House in Castlebar and (by appointment only) at outreach centres in Ballina every Tuesday. Call 094 9038407 or 087 2804164 for full details/bookings.
Recently a survey was completed on the prospect of setting up a new Table Tennis (TT) Club in Foxford. A good interest was shown across all age groups and it was decided to proceed with forming the new club. Presently seventeen adults have pre-registered with a total membership of thirty three potential members after only two weeks advertising the new venture. The TT club will be based in the new boxing clubs gym on the Swinford road when it is fully operational. Activities will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7pm to 9pm and the possibility of Saturday/Sunday events. Anyone interested in joining the new club or obtaining further details should whatsapp 086 8373646.
The fundraiser will be held on Sunday, March 15, at 8pm in Ardagh Community Centre (main Hall) in aid of the Sunflower Children's hospice. Tickets are on sale costing €10. There will be €800 payable in prizes on the night. Contact Brendan on 087 7760027 or Elaine on 086 4034968 or tickets can be purchased on the night.
The numbers drawn last week were; 1, 6, 8, 9. There was no jackpot winner and the €25 weekly winner was Peter Fleming.
The numbers drawn on February 23, were 15 ,16, 25, and 28. There was no jackpot winner. Weekly and season winners were; Josie Ferguson, Kieran Mulhern, Gillian McHugh, Linda and Gillian Rochford, Michael and Ann Holmes, Ciara McHale. Lucky dip winner was Damien Fitzpatrick. The jackpot in the draw held on March 2 was €14,500.
Deepest sympathy is extended to the family of the late Noady Naughton (nee Hanahoe), Bantry, Co Cork (sister of Bridie Holmes, Ballinasleva and the late Eamon and Noel Hanahoe); and to the family of the late Mattie Coleman, Enniscrone, father of Laura. May they rest in peace.
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Ardagh GAA Club are hosting "The Selectors" fundraising event in the Cot and Cobble on Saturday, March 21, commencing at 8pm. The novel fundraiser is aimed at raising funds for their ongoing modern gymnasium development which is currently nearing completion. You can help the club by donating to “The Selectors” campaign by choosing your favourite player. All details are on https://www.idonate.ie/event/TheSelectors. Tickets for the event are selling fast so don't be disappointed.
Next Sunday night, March 15, Ardagh Community are hosting a 25 card game fundraiser in aid of The Sunflowers Children’s Hospice. It will be the first Children's Hospice to be built in the West. This will be a place that provides incredible care, comfort and support to children and families when they need it most. All parish clubs and groups are invited to support this fundraiser by buying tickets which are on sale for €10 per ticket. For those who do not play 25 you can call in on the night and enjoy the atmosphere. For ticket sales enquiries contact Elaine on 086 4034968.
Ardagh will kick off their Treanlaur Catering Mayo Junior Football Championship with an away fixture to Ballycroy on Sunday, August 9, at 12.30pm. Two weeks later on Sunday, August 23, Ardagh will play host to neighbours Killala with a 1pm throw-in. Ardagh are placed in a five team group including Northern Gaels, Killala, Ballycroy and Achill.
Social dancing continues in Ardagh Community Centre on Sunday evening next, March 15, from 7-9pm with music by David O'Connor.
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Templemary N.S. are now accepting applications for junior infants enrolments for the school year 2026/27. Contact the school in person or by email (templemaryns@gmail.com) for enrolment form.
A dementia group is held in Killala Community Centre on the second Tuesday of every month from 11am to 1pm and all are welcome. Call Marie on 087 1708706 for more information.
There was no jackpot winner on March 4. €20 consolation prizes went to Teresa Ruddy, Nicola Loughney and Sally and John Duffy. The jackpot this week is €1,300. Tickets are sold locally.
The death took place last week of Jimmy Gallagher, Sea View Terrace, Killala. His remains reposed in Lynns Funeral Home, on Saturday evening and burial in Killala cemetery after 11.30am Mass on Sunday morning.
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St Patrick's Day Parade in Ballycastle will take place on Tuesday, March 17, starting at the Community Hall at 12.30pm. For more information contact Maura Healy on 086 3571231 or Sèan O'Grady on 086 4082416.
Sympathy is extended to the families, relatives and friends of the following who died recently: Joachim McNulty, Belderrig; Caroline Gordon (nee Ryder), Breaffy, Castlebar and formerly of Dominick Street, Ballycastle; Paul O'Donnell, Ballina and formerly of Carrowmore, Ballycastle; Sèan Gardiner, Ballina and formerly of Knockaun, Ballycastle; P.J. Golden formerly of Main Street, Ballycastle who died in the USA; Padraic Tuffy, Ballina (grandson of Chrissie and Michael Kelly, Sea Road, Ballycastle). May they all rest in peace.
Easter Monster Bingo will be held in Ballycastle Community Hall on Monday, March 30, at 8pm with a jackpot of €1,000 and raffle prizes.
Membership is now due and can be paid on the Ballycastle GAA Clubspot or app. Deadline is March 27. Congratulations to Tom Magee, winner of last week's GAA 50/50draw (€164).
