Local Notes: Students take part in Clean Coasts and the Creative Cluster initiative on Enniscrone beach.
First year students from Colaiste Iascaigh who took part in a ‘Think Before You Flush’ themed beach event with Clean Coasts and the Creative Cluster initiative on Enniscrone beach. Students from Owenbeg NS and Dromore West NS also took part in the initiative.
Bhi Gradaim Aitheantais breonnta ag Ollscoil na Gaillimhe ar scoláiri ar eirigh leo pas le gradam a bhaint amach i scruduithe ardleibheil Gaeilge na Sraithe Soisearai anuraidh.
Recognition Awards were presented by University of Galway to students who achieved a distinction grade in the Irish higher level Junior Certificate exams last year. Irish teacher at Jesus and Mary Secondary School, Enniscrone, Ciara Dodd, was very proud of the two students from the school – Hannah Sheridan and Emma Neary. Over 300 students attended the special event, which was held on the university campus to celebrate the achievements of these secondary students students.
Hannah and Emma are among the top 8.3% of students in the country who managed to pass with distinction in the higher-level L2 Irish paper nationally in Junior Cycle 2025, achieving between 85% and 100%.
Secretary and Executive member of Kilglass Enniscrone Utd FC Anne McSharry, has stated that “Here at KEUFC gender balance is a priority and acknowledged as best practice. Being part of the executive at KEUFC is a wonderful opportunity to bring ideas to our growing club, a club which has recently focused on the development of girls and adult lades teams. It is particularly enjoyable being part of the current executive, of which there are many female members.” “The women at KEUFC bring a range of skills which very positively impact the overall operations at the club. Now is a wonderful time to get involved at our club. Calling all women, you’ll be most welcome”, concluded Anne.
Enniscrone Kilglass GAA Club received sad news last week following the passing of one of their finest ever players, Liam Caffrey.
Liam forged a reputation as one of Sligo’s best defenders over a decade-long career in the black and white, having first represented his county at minor level in the late 1950s. He often took to the field alongside his brother Aidan, who also enjoyed a lengthy career at county level.
Aside from his exploits with Sligo, Liam had the very significant distinction of winning a Railway Cup medal with Connacht in 1969 which, at that time, was regarded as one of the top accolades in the game.
At club level, Liam played for Enniscrone Kilglass GAA club for many many years through the 1950s, 60s and 70s, returning for matches even when work had taken him to other locations around the country. He was part of their Junior Championship winning team in 1966 and also featured in the 1972 Senior championship final.
Liam’s funeral took place in Tuam, Co Galway on Friday morning before he was laid to rest in St Patrick’s Cemetery, Kilglass. The club extends its deepest sympathies to Liam’s family at this sad time. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.
Kilglass Parish Community Centre are hosting their first ever Kilglass Hub Table Quiz, hosted by Billy Varley on the Sunday of the May Bank Holiday weekend. Last year the community came together in an incredible way and raised €99,000 through their sponsorship drive. Because of that support, they were able to contribute €50,000 (their match funding requirement) towards Phase 1 of the hub development.
Now, there is a €65,000 payment to Sligo County Council for their match funding requirement for Phase 2. This will be used to help build Phase 2. This is a huge milestone and something the whole community should be proud of.
The hub is doing really well, but the committee need to rebuild the fundraising buffer in order to continue developing the space and supporting activities in the community. So this quiz night is about getting people together for a good night out while helping the hub continue to grow. Get your team together, expect tough questions from Billy with plenty of laughs along the way.
Enniscrone Kilglass GAA Club is delighted to welcome Brandon Fitzgerald on board as their CDO officer for the next number of months. Brandon is no stranger having been extensively involved in coaching teams over the last number of years and through his new role he will also carry out coaching in local schools each week. The club wish Brandon every success in the new job.
A Safe Pass training course will be held at West Sligo Family Resource Centre, Enniscrone on Saturday, May 9, from 8am to 9pm and the cost is €149. To book contact frstraining.com or text 083 4461322 for more information.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto draw which was held on March 8, were 14, 36 and 44. There was no jackpot winner and the €25 prizewinners were Brian Duffy, Maura Harnett, Conor McGuinness, and Lisa Connaughton. The jackpot in the latest draw held on March 15, was €12,200.
Jesus and Mary Secondary School Parents Association are holding a quiz night on Friday, March 27, at 8pm in the Diamond Coast Hotel, Enniscrone. Teams of 4 are only €40 per team and you can register your team on the night. Don’t miss out on the amazing prizes in the raffle and bring your friends, family, and neighbours along for a fun-filled evening.
Tireragh Community Support are running an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5, from 12 noon to 3pm in Kilglass House F26H685. Tickets are on sale now in Kilglass House costing €5 per child (only children need tickets). Meet the Easter bunny, play games on the lawn, get your face painted, get creative with art and crafts, and enjoy the bake sale. This is a ticket only event and numbers are limited. Tickets must be collected from Kilglass House only. Text 083 4461322 for details.
Rebecca Donnelly, Enniscrone, will run the half marathon in London on April 12, in memory of her aunt Mary Burke. All funds raised will go to pancreatic cancer research. Any donation, big or small, would be great appreciated. Donate to justgiving.com Rebecca’s Half Marathon for Pancreatic Cancer UK.
A Spring/Easter kids craft and art workshop will be held in Kilglass Hub on March 28, from 12 noon to 3pm and it is suitable for children aged 5 to 12 years, costing €20 per child. Additional children will qualify for a €5 discount. Contact Zsuzsanna, Fairyhousehandicraft by text or WhatsApp to secure a place on 089 4003920. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Gentle Yoga Flow takes place in to West Sligo Family Resource Centre at 7.30pm and will continue on Wednesdays from 7-8pm, costing €8 per class. For more information email events@westsligofrc.ie or call 096 37444.
Kilglass Parish Community Centre and Digital Hub is open 7 days with access code for Hub users. Open for call in inquiries on Monday and Tuesdays from 10.30am to 1pm and on Wednesday and Thursdays from 1 to 3pm. The centre is located next door to the Church of the Holy Family Kilglass. Eircode: F26K20.
To book a hot desk/office space, go to the connected Hubs website https://connectedhubs.ie, https://www.kilglassparishcommunitycentre.com.
Spring is in the air and there is lots happening in Easkey Community Permaculture Garden, which is located beside St James Church. Go along and be part of this lovely community group.. grown your own food, help develop the new pond, be part of the wood fired oven build, learning as you go along.
The group extend thanks to Hares Corner for funding the pond and Sligo LEADER Partnership Company Ltd for the fabulous polytunnel and their ongoing support with workshops and projects. For further details contact 086 8178862.
The numbers drawn in the lotto which was held on March 8, was 2, 6, 18 and 36. There was no jackpot winner and the €35 consolation prizewinners were David Trowell, Padraic Hallinan, Aoibheann Egan, Sean and Eileen Lavelle, Dee Bourke. The jackpot in the latest draw held on March 15, was €11,500.
The Eaksey 5k Family Fun Run in memory of Orlagh Cawley Clarke will be held on Sunday, May 3, at 3pm, starting at St James Church, in aid of SHOUT and North West Hospice. You can donated online in aid of SHOUT and North West Hospice at https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/meganclarke2.
Tireragh CCE presented Sean Nos lessons with Rachel Marren on Saturdays at 10.30am in Dromore West Community Centre. The classes are open to both adults and children. For details contact Rachel on 089 4543772.
Indoor hurling continues on Wednesdays in the Easkey Sports Hall (Old Factory) from 6 to 6.45pm for children aged U5 to U7 and from 6.45 to 7.30pm for U9 to U11’s. All are welcome, new players and old players, girls and boys, from all clubs. Helmets and hurls will be provided at training for new players. Bring water and the cost is €2 for the hall.
Adult table tennis is held on Wednesday evenings at 8pm in The Old Factory, Easkey. All levels are welcome.
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An Easter Camp for school age children will be held in Castleconnor Community Centre from March 30 to April 3 and a few places have become available due to cancellations. Half day from 9am to 2pm and full day from 8am to 6pm. Contact Marie on 083 3853158.
Don’t forget to purchase your ticket for the Sligo GAA Development draw which costs €30 each or 2 for €50 and 5 for €100 for your choice between three beautiful Volswagen vehicles or €35,000 in cash. The draw takes place on March 22 and tickets are available in Muddy Burns, Corballa.
The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA lotto which was held on February 7, were 1, 2, 35 and 38. There was no jackpot winner, no match 3 winner and the lucky dip €50 winner was Tommy Egan. The jackpot in the draw held on March 14, was €16,200.
