Local Notes: The cast of 'It and Me' at the Civic Centre, Belmullet.
The cast of ‘IT and Me’ which was shown recently in the Civic Centre in Belmullet with members of Mayo Self Advocacy Group & Western Care.
Ballycroy Women’s group says a big thank you to all those who attended the recent Culture Night in the community centre. The event was a great success showcasing the wealth of talent, culinary variety, and community spirit. The evening began with an enchanting performance by local sensation Delphine and Conan, whose repertoire ranged from traditional ballads to contemporary pop and captivated the audience from the very first note. John Masterson then brought the fiddle to life, encouraging lively audience participation. This was followed by memorable performances from Seamus, Gary and Maureen whose renditions delighted the crowd. The evening concluded with a vibrant showcase from Eileen Connor’s School of Dance where the skill and energy of the young dancers left a lasting impression on all present.
Guests also enjoyed a wonderful array of food reflecting both local traditions and international flavours from homemade Boxty and freshly baked scones to Middle Eastern Sushi and German treats. This diverse selection added to the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the night. Ballycroy Women’s Group thank each of the performers for their contributions as well as the community for its continued support and Culture Night in Ballycroy was not only an evening of entertainment but also a celebration of creativity, culture and shared pride.
The recent club introduction to coastal rowing event kindly sponsored by the Sheskin Wind Farm community fund at Carrowmore lake was a great success. The weather was on their side and the new coastal quad arrived just in time for the youth rowers to showcase all that’s on offer at Tullaghan Bay RC. The club thank Shaun, Cian and Amy from Loughros Point Rowing Club for coming and helping with all aspects of training, and also to Michelle at Belmullet Tidal Pool for her safety brief before the rowers hit the water and not forgetting all the volunteers who helped on the day. Their help was greatly appreciated. The future is bright for all at TBRC.
The draw was held on September 28, and the numbers drawn were; 06, 11, 24 and 33 for a jackpot of €6,200. The house prize €100 winner was Alannah King, Inver and the €30 offline winners were Amanda Healy, Ballinaboy and Brian Moody, Belderrig. The €30 online winners were Mary Ryan, Dublin and Carol Tighe, Pullathomas. The jackpot in the draw which was held on October 5, in Denny’s Ferry Bar, was €6,300.
Speaking in the Dáil recently on Sinn Féin’s motion on energy costs, Mayo Sinn Féin TD Rose Conway-Walsh said it’s beyond time we end the rip-off energy bills for struggling families and business already on their knees from the cost-of-living crisis.
Sinn Féin’s proposals to tackle the soaring energy costs include: the allocation of a €450 energy credit for struggling households; holding the energy companies to account over the extortionate rates charged to their Irish customers; taking action against unjust network charges; and reversing increases to carbon taxes.
Teachta Conway-Walsh said: “More energy price increases come at a time when Ireland is already paying the highest levels of energy prices in the Europe. The staggering cost of energy in this State is a direct result of political choices by this Government.” “Sinn Féin is asking the Government to take real action to support struggling households, and to end the rip-off, get prices under control and support struggling families.”
There was no winner of this week’s Kiltane GAA Club lotto jackpot of €5,100 with the two €50 winners being Megan Barrett, Geesala and Ann Mangan, Roy, Doohoma, while Martin Gaughan, Northampton and Eileen Brogan, Bangor Erris both won €25. The two online winners were Angelina Turner, Roy, Doohoma €50 and Andrew McKeon, €25.
Bingo will take place in the GAA complex Bangor this evening, Tuesday, October 7 at 8pm. The jackpot will be €500 in 45 calls or less.
Erris Special Olympics are delighted to announce a Sports Taster Day for children aged 6 and up will take place at Our Ladies Secondary School sports hall on next Saturday, October 11, at 10.30am.
A 4 session course for expectant mothers and partners begins on October 15, and runs for four weeks will take place in the Broadhaven Bay Hotel. The course is run by Public Health Nurses and is free of charge. You are advised to attend early in your pregnancy. To register contact Nuala on 097 27418.
The 2025 Mary Gilboy Memorial Darts Events take place Sunday, October 26, at The Eagle Bar, Corclough West. Mayo Ladies Darts open event begins at 12.30pm and the Memorial Cup at 4pm (this is confined to Erris). There will be a food truck in attendance also on the day. €10 entry for each event with 6 x boards in use. There will be a raffle on the day in aid of Cancer Care West, so all donations and spot prizes will be welcome.
Local JC Auto Detailing is running a competition / fundraiser for Ballyglass RNLI, win a free detail worth over €400 with all proceeds going directly to Ballyglass RNLI, who save thousands of lives every year.
How it works: it is based on the Irish National Lottery (1–47 numbers); €10 per entry (1 number per person); extra donations welcome as every euro counts. Donations to be sent by Revolut only to 087 9941677. Support a great cause and be in with a chance to win.
Recently transition students from Our Lady's Secondary School hosted their very first cake sale as part of their new TY Community Engagement programme and it was a sweet success. They were delighted to donate €100 to the incredible volunteers at Cara Iorrais, a fantastic local voluntary organisation making a real difference. A huge thank you to all the students, families, teachers, and grandparents who baked and supported, your efforts truly made this possible.
Recently schools across the country celebrated the invaluable work done by special needs assistants in schools every day recognising the tireless work carried out each day. On ‘SNA Appreciation Day’ their commitment and unwavering support to the students did not go unnoticed. Míle buíochas to St Brendan’s College Amy, Sheila and Debbie and at Our Ladies - Helen Murphy, Tracey Devlin, Maureen Kelly, Cora Duffy, Amanda Reilly, Sarah McGinty, Áine Dixon, Katie Rowland and not forgetting Natalia Bugalski or Olivia Togher, who are all at the heart of the school community. Your kindness, patience, and dedication make such a difference every single day. You support, encourage, and inspire students, and the schools are truly grateful for all that you do.
One of our incredible U12 players, Sarah Conway, is teaming up with Amanda Cunningham to raise funds for Little Blue Heroes. Sarah’s journey is nothing short of inspiring, she bravely battled leukaemia at just 4 years old, enduring 2.5 years of treatment, and today she’s a valued member of our U12/13/14 teams. Let’s rally behind Sarah and Amanda to support this amazing cause.
It has been three years since the last hair donation in 2022, and they are thrilled to finally donate again, this time with two new donors joining.
Amanda along with my two daughters Aoibhéann (10) and Ríona (7) and the Honorary Garda Sarah Conway (12) are proud to be donating over 45 inches of hair to two incredible charities: The Rapunzel Foundation and the Little Princess Trust.
These organisations create high quality wigs for children and young people who have lost their hair due to cancer treatments or alopecia. It's their way of offering support, love and confidence to those who need it most.
Sarah Conway was 4 years of age when she was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL). Sarah endured 2 and half years of treatment and lost her beautiful auburn hair twice. She is now 12 years of age and a fabulous selfless young lady wanting to give back to the charity that helped herself and her family.
An iDonate link has been started to help raise funds for the Little Blue Heroes, a charity that provide practical and financial support to families of children with serious illnesses, while allowing the children to become honorary Gardaí.
Kiltane GAA are proud to be part of something that brings a little light to others - one strand at a time and they extend thanks for your support.....Amanda, Aoibhínn, Ríona and Sarah. https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/AmandaCunningham1.
Linda extends thanks to everyone that assisted her recently at the Mayo/Roscommon Hospice Foundation Fundraiser especially all the volunteers and all the business people that sponsored spot prizes for the raffle, all the ladies that baked lovely confectioneries and so far, at the time of writing, there was €1,560 raised.
The Round Robin in The Valley Inn Bar seen 43 players take to the ochie. Padraig Monaghan (Fred) was the winner overcoming Brendan Conway in a cracking final with some serious darts displayed. Well done to you both. Semi finalists were Alex Bielinski and Noel Philibin. The club thank Mixie and Hannah for looking after uthem and keeping everyone fed and watered.
St. Brendan’s V Belmullet will take place on next Saturday, October 11, at 4pm at St. Brendan’s college GAA pitch. An uU 11’s exhibition will be held at half time. A car display will also take place on the day. All proceeds to Cara Iorrais. Refreshments will be served.
