Local Notes: Swinford Killasser LGFA are Junior A Mayo Champions 2025.
Junior A Mayo Champions 2025 - Swinford Killasser LGFA Back Row L to R: Justin McDonagh (Manager), Michael Cleary (coach/selector), Laura McLoughlin, Hazel Lavin, Aoibheann Brennan, Niamh Grego, Ella Gallagher, Aoife Groarke, Tara Kilroy, Caoimhe Dunne, Sarah McCallion, Lucy Doherty, Aoibheann O'Rourke, Mairead Henry, Chloe Roughneen, Claudine Brennan, Rachel Mullaney, Olivia Cleary, Rachel Cleary (Stats), and Patricia Brennan (FLO). Front Row L to R: Brian Dunleavey (Coach/Selector), Caitlin Henry, Emily Rowley, Melissa Devanney, Aisling Hyland, Anna Tierney (joint captain), Niamh Casey (joint captain), Rhona Brennan, Lucy Loftus, Amy Dunleavey, Sarah Rowley, Alice Roughneen, Katie Mullaney, Brianna Fallon, Orla Mullaney and Regina Mullaney.
Swinford Killasser emerged victorious following a hard-fought battle with Parke in the County Junior final on Sunday 5th October in Mc Hale Park, Castlebar, with a final scoreline of Swinford Killasser 2-14, Parke 2-12. Spectators were treated to a fantastic display of football, an end-to-end contest that will live long in the memory of the Swinford Killasser players and supporters. Swinford Killasser were one point up at half-time thanks to a superb goal and two points from Regina Mullaney and excellent points from Briana Fallon, Caitlin Henry, Rhona Brennan and Melissa Devanney. Sarah Rowley was instrumental in setting up these scores.
The Swinford Killasser backline were outstanding in the heat of battle with Orla Mullaney, Amy Dunleavey and Laura McLoughlin dominating their positions. Aoife Groarke, in goals, provided the kick-outs which gave Swinford Killasser the momentum. Emily Rowley, Aisling Hyland and Melissa Devanney in the half back line were sensational, cutting through the Parke defence time and time again and feeding the running duo of Anna Tierney and Ella Gallagher in midfield. Parke emerged in the second half full of fight and grit and were two points up with 12 minutes to go.
But then Swinford Killasser changed up a gear and played a superb last ten minutes of football. Niamh Casey won vital possession from the Parke kick outs. Regina Mullaney pointed a crucial free which sparked the comeback the supporters were waiting for. Hazel Lavin and Claudine Brennan were introduced off the bench and it paid dividends. Possession was now with Swinford Killasser and they were not going to give it up. Up stepped Briana Fallon who fired into the back of the net, following it up with a quick point to put Swinford Killasser in the driving seat. Parke responded with two points, but Swinford Killasser's Rhona Brennan put the game beyond doubt with a sublime last point. The Swinford Killasser girls used all their experience to keep possession in the dying minutes and when the final whistle blew the celebrations erupted on the pitch and in the stand. Swinford Killasser now march on to a Connacht quarter final on Saturday, October 18, at 1pm at Swinford Amenity Park against Leitrim opposition.
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Mayo Ceol an Gheimhridh takes place in Westport on Saturday, November 22. Get your entries to your branch secretary asap. Entry form and details available on https://mayocomhaltas.weebly.com/ceol-an-gheimhridh.html.
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.
The organising committee of the Killasser Tractor Run held on Sunday, October 5, extend thank you to the sponsors of spot prizes for the event; Duffy Tyre's Swinford, Corrib Oil Swinford, Delaney's Mace Charlestown, GC Flooring Killasser, Homeland Swinford, Loftus Guttering Killasser, Wavelength’s Swinford, O'Donnell Plant Spares Cloonfinish, Bouncy Castle Hire Swinford, Tower Hardware Swinford, and Gerry Moore Swinford. Congratulations to the prize winners Abbey O’Brien, Oisin Noone, Peter Kennedy, James McNulty, Frank O’Keefe, Adam Ruane, Lauren Maloney, Larry Kavanagh, Jimmy Rowley, Jack Rowley and Peter Reape.
25 card game returns in the Golf clubhouse on Thursday, October 16, at 9pm.
The numbers drawn in the Swinford Community Lotto draw held on October 6 were; 3, 14, 21 and 27. There was no jackpot winner. €70 Vouchers were won by R & E Doolan, Tullynahoo and Declan Harte, Swinford; €35 was won by Walter Geraghty, Swinford, Kevin Price, Swinford, Mary McGawley, c/o Tara Café and Deborah Convey, Darnagh, Killasser. The jackpot is now €8,400.
Swinford Folk Choir welcome 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 087 2805222.
Band practice takes place on Wednesday’s at 9pm in Midfield NS. New members are welcome including beginners.
Mayo North East, in partnership with Mayo County Council, will host the second of the Community Connections Information Roadshows in the Gateway Hotel Swinford on Tuesday, October 14, from 4 to 8pm. This event will celebrate the incredible work of Swinford’s community organisations, clubs, and societies. It is a chance to promote your group and highlight the vital contribution you make to the town. For more information contact Dolores on 087 7704251.
Weekly Card Games in Meelick Community Centre return on Tuesday, October 14, at 9pm. All welcome.
The Butterfly Garden committee is delighted to share that a pumpkin carving workshop facilitated by Feileacáin will be held in Swinford Amenity Park on Wednesday, October 22, from 7.30 to 9pm. Bring carving utensils/spoon.
The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated in Swinford Church on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11am.
Congratulations to Maximilian Kucharzyk who travelled to Dublin recently to participate in the WUKF MNK U21 Championships taking home 3 gold medals and 1 silver followed by a further 2 gold medals at the IMAF 2025.
Scoil Muire agus Padraig Swinford will stage Popstars The 90’s Musical on November 13, 14 and 15. Best of luck to all involved.
Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Moya Salmon (nee Boyle), Oak Drive, Swinford and formerly of Fanad, Co. Donegal. May Moya rest in peace.
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A Halloween Camp will be held in Bohola Community Centre on Thursday, October 30 and Friday, October 31, from 10am to 1pm, with lots of spooky games, art, dance and more. The camp is suitable for children aged 3 to 12 and the cost is €30 per child or €50 for 2 siblings. Booking is essential at 086 2108029 or email jivingjuniors@gmail.com.
The organisers of the coffee morning in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice extend thanks to all who came out and supported the event, to those who help organise, did baking and those who helped on the day. A total of €2,782 was raised for this worthy cause. Since the first coffee morning in 2017, Bohola parish has raised €15,167. This is a brilliant achievement for the parish of Bohola.
Preparations are currently underway for the 2025 edition of The Bohola Post. Closing date for submissions for the 53rd edition is October 31. Ensure if submitting photos that they are of good quality/resolution and caption clearly when submitting. Photographs which are screenshots or downloaded from Facebook won’t be good enough to print. Send your contributions or any queries via email to boholapost@gmail.com.
Part-time staff are required at the Michael Davitt Museum. Community employment eligibility requirements apply. For further information contact John on 087 9371827.
Congratulations to Thomas Mountney and Laura O'Donnell who won a jackpot of €553 in the Moy Davitts 50/50 draw on Saturday, October 4. 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).
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The launch night for the 19th edition of Kilkelly Kilmovee Parish Magazine will be held at Ireland West Airport on Bank Holiday Sunday, October 26, at 8pm. Special guest on the evening is Mick Mulhern and many more local musicians and MC is Eunice Moran. There will be complimentary parking, with lots of refreshments and cake, and a fantastic doorprize for a lucky entrant and plenty of prizes to be won on the night. A great night of free entertainment guaranteed.
Kilmovee Active Thursday Club is hosting an open day on October 30, in Kilmovee Community Centre from 1 to 5 pm. There will be finger food, live music with Mark Finn and prizes for the best fancy dress effort, a big raffle with loads of prizes, a door prize, and much more. Everyone is welcome and admission is €10. Contact Margaret on 086 3187292 or James on 086 0680702 for further details.
A free English class for beginners will be commencing very soon in Kilkelly Community Centre. If you or anyone you know would like to attend contact the Family Resource Centre on 094 964 9814.
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.
Eucharistic adoration is held in the parish on Monday in Kilmovee from 10am to12pm and Glann from 4pm to 8pm; on Wednesday in Urlaur from 7pm to 8pm; and Thursday in Kilkelly from 10am to 2pm.
The rosary will be recited in Kilkelly Church at 7.30pm and Kilmovee at 8pm on the Sundays of October.
Thank you is extended to everyone who attended Kilmovee Community Centre for their tea/coffee morning raising funds for Mayo Roscommon Hospice. The total amount raised was €430 and this has now been forward to Mayo/Roscommon Hospice.
