Local Notes: Three KFC Boxers win their matches in the Kelly Cup Tournament in Knockmore.
Three KFC boxers - Sonnie Kavanagh, Sam Reddington and Shane Muldoon, that won their contests in the 14th Annual Kelly Cup tournament which was held in Knockmore recently.
The numbers drawn last week were; 1, 3 8, 9. There was no jackpot winner and the €25 weekly winner was Maura Reape. If you would like to join the lotto visit https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/currabagganns. Your support will be much appreciated.
The numbers drawn on November 11 were; 6, 12, 27 and 31. There was no jackpot winner. €20 winners were Gerry Coleman, Patsy Flynn, Marie Timlin, Gary Devers, Carmel McHale and Liam McHale. Lucky dip winner was Shay, F98 Inn, Thady. The jackpot in the draw held on Monday, November 18, was €4,450.
Bingo continues every Monday evening in Knockmore Community Hall at 8.30pm. It is a great night to meet up with friends and neighbours with lots of prizes to be won. Refreshments are also served.
Crochet and Knitting Group meet every Thursday evening at 7pm in the centre in Knockmore. New members always welcome.
The sudden illness and passing of John Loftus, Ballina Road, Foxford, which took place on Monday, November 11, has left family, relatives and friends deeply saddened. John was a much loved brother, uncle and friend and will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
John’s remains reposed at Clarkes Funeral Home on the following Friday evening with his 11am. Requiem Mass was celebrated in Christ the King Church, Knockmore, on the Saturday morning and he was laid to rest afterwards in Craggagh Cemetery. John was remembered during the past days as a quiet unassuming man who was highly thought of by his former colleagues in O’Hara’s Bakery and by his many neighbours and friends who all shared their own special memories of him.
John was pre-deceased by his parents Paddy and Mary, his infant sister Bridget and nephew Gerard and is survived by his brother Pat and sister Mary, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nephew and nieces, grandnephew, neighbours and friends. May John now rest in peace.
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The Church of the Assumption, Ardagh, will celebrate a very significant milestone when it marks its Platinum Jubilee on December 8. Archbishop Francis Duffy has been invited to celebrate the Sunday 11am Mass with parish priest, Fr Pat Munnelly. Members of the Pastoral Council are eagerly searching for old photographs and other memorabilia associated with Ardagh Church over the past seventy years particularly photographs of any of the construction workers who built the church, weddings, baptisms, choirs, altar servers or anyone who celebrated a family occasion in the church. All the material will be put on display in the community centre to form part of the hugely important and significant occasion. Pastoral Council members Stephen Molloy, Anthony Moffatt, Josette Ruttledge, Michael Carmody, Susan Traynor, Marian Mayock and Aileen Gough will gladly help with enquiries.
It was a case of tough luck on Ardmoy MacHales U21 team who bowed out of the county U21 B championship to Erris St. Pat's on a scoreline of 2-10 to 1-7 last week. Full credit to all the players and team management who have given their all to this season's championship. Likewise words of praise and gratitude must go to all the underage and senior footballers and their respective team managers for all the enjoyment they gave throughout this season.
Ardagh GAA Club will hold its annual presentation night in Mickey O'Boyle's on Monday, December 30. Proceedings will kick off at 8pm with a packed agenda that includes Christmas draw, final lotto draw for 2024, Player of the Year awards plus plenty of fun, entertainment and music to round off the club celebrations.
November envelopes are placed at the back of the church and households are encouraged to take one and fill in the names of their deceased so that they can be remembered at all Masses during the month.
Ardagh GAA committee members are organising a fundraising bag pack in Dunnes Stores, Ballina, on Friday week, December 6. Volunteers are needed to support the event in order to raise vital funds for the club's ambitious development plans. Anyone willing to help out can contact any committee member who will gladly help with a time slot that is convenient. All help will be greatly appreciated.
Ardagh GAA Club's final lotto draw of the year will take place on Monday, December 30, during the club's annual awards presentation night in Mickey O'Boyle's with a jackpot of €4,700. Tickets from usual outlets or via club website www.ardaghgaaclub.com where you can access the lotto link.
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Winners of the GAA card game on Sunday, November 17 were: 1st prize was shared by Ken Gorey and Tony Hoban, John and Paula Murphy, John O'Donnell and Michael Langan; 2nd prize was shared by Anne King and Mags Doocey, Tony Monaghan and Paddy Barrett, Tommy Maguire and Mary Gallagher; 3rd prize was shared by Paddy Forde and Noel Kearney, Maureen Healy and Padraig McAvock, Ann McGreely and Tomàs Hynes. Ladies prize was shared by Geraldine Golden, Breege Gardiner, Emily Nallen and Pauline McNulty. Buyers prize went to €50 Martin McGuire, €30 Eileen Murphy, €20 Kieran Jordan.
Ballycastle GAA AGM will take place on December 7, at 7pm in Ballycastle GAA Clubhouse.
Congratulations to Maire McCann, last week's winner of €219, in the GAA 50/50 draw.
Yoga in Ballycastle Hall on Tuesdays at 10.30am.
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Crossmolina Soccer Club is holding a launch night in Hiney's on Friday, November 29, for their pitch development fundraiser, based on the "I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here" game show, where the contestants will be revealed. The event will take place on March 8.
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The numbers drawn in the lotto which was held on November 11, for a jackpot of €15,500, had the numbers 8,13,16 and 32 drawn. There was no jackpot winner. The €40 winners were: Sarah Lawrence, Quay Lane, Ballina; Paul Judge, Glen Rí, Ballina; Sandra Weir, Bonniconlon; Brendan O'Hara, Bonniconlon; and John Mullarkey, Cois na hAbhainn, Bonniconlon.
A vacancy has arisen on the Bofield/Bonniconlon Community Employment Scheme for a general operative. Reference 2353300. Department of Social Protection criteria applies. Contact cebonniconlon@gmail.com.
Eat, drink and be merry on Wednesday, December 11, from 1-4pm in the Ballina Golf Club, Mossgrove, Ballina at the Christmas Dinner with Craoibhin, Ballina. The cost is €25 per person and music will be supplied by Padraig Moran. Names to be given to Croabhin and money to be paid by December 4, which is non-refundable. For more information call the centre on 087 2785365.
Notices for the parish bulletin can be emailed to cebonniconlon@gmail.com on or before each Wednesday.
To ensure church services continue in both Bonniconlon and Attymass churches when either priest is unavailable, a new Mass timetable will come into effect from the first Sunday of Advent, December 1, 2024, in both parishes. The Saturday evening vigil Mass in Bonniconlon will take place at 6.30pm and the Sunday morning Mass will be at 11am. All Holy Day Masses will also be at 11am.
When either priest is absent only the Saturday evening vigil Mass will take place in the parish of the absent priest. Funeral Masses will be at either 11am or 2pm depending on whether the other church has a funeral the same day. The first funeral Mass to be booked will take place at 11am. Weekday morning or evening Masses will remain at 9.30am and 7pm. respectively. There will be no weekday morning or evening Mass in the parish of the absent priest. Intentions booked for cancelled weekday morning and evening Masses will be transferred to the weekend Saturday vigil Mass or the Sunday morning Mass.
Gather family and friends for a heart-warming celebration of Christmas at the Father Peyton Centre on Saturday, November 30 from 12 noon – 5pm for a festive event that brings the true meaning of the season to life. With stories and magic with Fr Steve, experience the spirit of Christmas through inspiring stories and a touch of magic as Fr Steve leads a heart-warming exploration of what Christmas means. A Christmas Market will showcase the best of local produce, arts and crafts, where you will find unique gifts, seasonal treats, and beautiful decorations crafted by local artisans. There will also be festive entertainment and a children’s arts and crafts workshop.
Join local singer Donna Malone for a magical evening filled with wonderful melodies in the glow of the candlelit Stables, Belleek Castle Hotel. With special guests, this event will take place on Saturday, November 30, at 8pm. There are limited tickets for this event which are now on sale directly through www.eventbrite.ie. (Donna Malone Music)
Handel's Messiah is taking place in St Michael's Church Ballina, on Sunday, December 1, at 7.30pm. Tickets €25 per person. All proceeds to Ballina Dragons, Craoibhín Ballina and St Micheal's Church. Please bring a cushion. More details to follow.
The AGM for Bonniconlon GAA Bord na nÓg 2024 takes place on Sunday, November 24, in the community centre at 7pm. It is open to all parents and coaches.
Thank you for your continued support, transactions have increased and this needs to continue for the post offices viability. Keeping the post office open depends on every household using the services regularly. There are some Christmas specials: 17 cards plus 17 stamps (€1.40) for €28.99, 17 stamp booklet (€1.40) for €19.99. Post, bank and shop local.
