Local Notes: Students from Scoil Muire agus Padraig, Swinford, prepare for Popstars: the 90s musical.
Students from Scoil Muire agus Padraig prepare to present Popstars; the 90s musical. Back from left are; Alan Neary (Shane), Daithí Brennan (Vinnie), Mark Cunney (Mark) and Pádraig Rowley (Patrick). Front from left are Shona Harrington (Carrie) and Eva Sweeney (Ella).
Items for inclusion in the notes can be submitted to Julie Ryan as follows: email ryankneafsey@gmail.com or call leaving a voicemail if not answered/text/WhatsApp 0877694781 (after 6pm). Deadline for receipt of items is 6.30pm Wednesday.
Get ready to rewind the clock and turn up the volume. Scoil Muire agus Pádraig proudly presents Popstars: The 90s Musical — a neon-drenched blast from the past packed with iconic hits, big hair, and even bigger dreams. Enjoy a night of music, laughter, and 90s nostalgia you won’t want to miss which will be staged on November 13, 14 and 15.
Congratulations to Sara Bridges who won €400 in the Swinford GAA 50/50 draw.
Results of the most recent Golf Club Development Draw: €1000 was won by Marie and Brendan Fallon, €300 by Kevin Feeney and €200 by Susanne Cronnolly. The next draw will take place on Saturday, November 8, in the clubhouse.
Swinford FC had a lot to celebrate in recent weeks with many Swinford players receiving recognition for their skills. Congratulations are extended to Megan Nolan named in the Mayo Women’s League U19 Team of the Year; congratulations also to Cian Forkan and Evan Kelly who have both been selected for the Mayo School Boys/Girls U14 Inter League Teams. A massive well done to Amy Dunleavy and Melissa Devaney both named in the Mayo Women’s Premier Division Team of the Year 2025. Melissa Devaney was named joint Golden Boot winner with Louise Dowling of Castlebar Town FC in the Eco Powered Cabinets Mayo Women's Premier Division with 10 goals each. Congratulations to players, coaches, families and all involved.
The numbers drawn in the Swinford Community Lotto draw held on October 28 were; 10, 13, 14 and 26. There was no jackpot winner. €70 vouchers were won by David Langford, Killasser and Nicola Maloney, Callow. The jackpot is now €9,000.
Results from Thursday, October 23 are as follows; card winners: 1st Josie Prendergast and Helen Gallogly, 2nd prize was shared between Brian McNulty, Peter Geraghty, Carmel Timoney, Ronan Monaghan, Esther Munnelly, Gerry Ronayne, Mary Lynskey and Michael Lynskey.
Raffle prizes were won by Ann Rowley, Gerry Ronayne, Maureen Morley and Peter Geraghty. The card game continues every Thursday night at 9pm.
Vision Ireland Swinford is seeking the following donations - ladies' handbags and furniture such as chest of drawers, small two-seater couches, small bookcases, kitchen chairs. Unopened gift sets as well as paper or plastic bags would also be appreciated. Any questions regarding furniture donations call 087 4827468 or email swinford.retail@vi.ie.
A Remembrance Service for children, infants and pregnancy loss “Their Name in the Light” will be held on Wednesday, November 5, at 7pm in St. Anne’s Small Chapel, Cranmore, Sligo F91R250. Everyone welcome.
Congratulations to Charlotte O’Hara who won €570 in the September Killasser Community Centre 50/50 draw. €20 spot prizes were won by Nicola Waite, Pat Horan, Maria and Shane Sheedy. The October draw will take place on Sunday, November 9.
Swinford Folk Choir welcomes new members to join their choir for Saturday evening Mass in Swinford Church. If you enjoy singing or playing music, come and try it out. Adults and children welcome. Contact Marie on 087 2805222.
Band practice takes place on Wednesday’s at 9pm in Midfield NS. New members welcome, including beginners.
Results of Meelick Community Centre card games played on Tuesday, October 28: 1st Michael Lynskey and Mary Lynskey, 2nd Peter Geraghty and Michael Durkan, 3rd Michael Ward and Tom Durkin. Raffle prizes were won by Michael Ryan, Tom Rowley, Kieran Rowley, Mary Byrne, Geraldine Turbitt and Leo Murtagh. Games continue every Tuesday at 9pm in Meelick Community Centre.
The November Fair Night Session will take place on Wednesday, November 5, in Padraig Horkan's with Marian Egan as guest musician. Everyone welcome.
As part of a new diocesan initiative the Parochial House, Swinford will host a scripture group from 8 to 9pm on six consecutive Wednesdays commencing Wednesday, November 5. Meetings will embrace learning and prayer. Everyone welcome.
The November Prayer Service for members of the parish community who have died since November 2024 will take place in Swinford Church on Friday, November 14 at 7.30pm. A candle for each member of the community whose funeral took place in the parish since November 2024 will be lit and carried to the altar by a family member or friend. If anyone would like to have a family member whose funeral took place elsewhere in the past year remembered at the service please give the name of the person who died and the month in which they died to Fr Dermot, Fr Clement or to Francie in the parish office before Monday, November 10 to ensure a candle is prepared for that person.
As part of the remembering and praying for the dead in the month of November the rosary will be recited in Kilconduff Cemetery on Sunday, November 9, at 1pm; in Meelick Cemetery on Sunday, November 16, at 3.30pm; in Midfield Cemetery on Sunday, November 23 at 3.30pm; in Kinaffe Cemetery on Sunday, November 23 at 4.15pm and in the Workhouse Cemetery on Dublin Road on Sunday, November 16 at 1pm.
Sympathy is extended to the families and friends of Genevive Alford (neé McNicholas), Islandeady and formerly of Collagh, Meelick; John Kirby, Dublin (son of Brenda Coyne Jnr, formerly Circular Road, Swinford); Martin Gallagher, Cullane, Swinford. May they all rest in peace.
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Durkan Bohola Community Park has been awarded €27,000 from the First Choice Credit Union Community Fund. This incredible support will go towards installing solar panel lighting along Micksey’s Way, helping make the park safer, more sustainable, and accessible for everyone — day and night. The committee are hopeful that these works will be completed before Christmas (contractors permitting) just in time to light up the community for the festive season.
A heartfelt thank you to First Choice Credit Union for their generous contribution and continued commitment to supporting local communities.
A very generous parishioner is sponsoring a Christmas dinner for those of retirement age, in the Sheridan Community Centre on Saturday, December 13. Gathering at 1pm with Mass at 1.30pm, followed by dinner at 2pm. Music and craic are also on the menu. Numbers are required for catering purposes so if you plan to attend, give your name to Pat Clarke or Fr Stephen as soon as possible.
The annual general meeting of Moy Davitts GAA club will be held in The Sheridan Memorial Community Centre, Bohola on Sunday, November 23, at 5pm. If you wish to attend confirm your attendance by email to secretary.moydavitts.mayo@gaa.ie.
Congratulations to Rhíona McGlynn who won a jackpot of €452 in the Moy Davitts 50/50 draw on Saturday, October 23. A huge thank you to everyone who supported the draw, it is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available in the usual retail outlets and by playing on the club app (Moy Davitts GAA).
Breathwork Classes begin in Bohola Community Centre on Tuesday evenings from November 11, at 8pm for one hour. Benefits include stress reduction, enhanced relaxation, improved sleep quality and increased focus among others. Five-week course costs €90 per person. For more information, see www.sagewellbeing.ie, email carmel@sagewellbeing.ie or phone 087 6972726.
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Fr Joseph will celebrate a Novena of Masses for your deceased relatives and friends included in the November lists for the dead. Envelopes are available at the churches. There will be a Service for the Dead, on Sunday, November 16 , at 7pm in Kilmovee Church praying for those who have died since November 2024. Contact Fr. Joseph at 086 160 5373 with the names of deceased relatives of parishioners who have died outside the parish.
Kilmovee Parent and Toddler Group meet each Tuesday from 10-12pm in Kilmovee Community Centre. All parents, grandparents, carers and toddlers are welcome to attend for a chat, play and coffee. It’s a great place to meet for a chat.
Eithne Fahy holds a class in Lisacul Community Centre each Saturday from 2 to 3pm. New beginners are welcome and for more details text Ethna on 087 6661905.
The management of Kilmovee Community Centre are looking for volunteers to help deliver Meals on Wheels to residents in their own homes. Your time would be voluntary but your mileage will be reimbursed. If you can spare some time and would be interested in helping out, they would love to hear from you. Call the centre on 094 964 9484.
Meter readers will be in the area to read your water meter in the coming weeks. Please make sure that your meter is accessible when they call.
Kilmovee Parents Association are delighted to announce the recommencement of the Deposit Return Scheme Fundraising Initiative for Kilmovee NS for the 2025/26 school year. Thanks to all members of our community for donating their bottles last year to help them achieve their goal. Plastic bottles and aluminium cans with the Return logo can be dropped into the School Return bin, which will be placed inside the school gate at the bus drop-off point every Monday between 9.15am and 2.15pm.
