Local Notes: West Sligo Foróige Club seeks new volunteers
A spectacular view of Enniscrone Golf Club which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Kilglass Foróige Club are looking for new volunteers ahead of the new club year. If you can spare some of your time to support the young people in the community, message Jean on 089-2210995 for more information.
The Moy Singers will be returning shortly after their summer recess and would love to hear from men and women who would be interested in joining the choir.
They meet weekly on Wednesday evenings and learn to sing and perform new songs for their two annual concerts – Christmas and Spring. In 2026, they will celebrate their 40th anniversary and would love to have some new faces, especially the menfolk. For details, contact Evelynm on 085-2445286.
There are limited places available for the Baby Boppers classes starting on Friday, September 13, in Kilglass Hub. There will be two classes, one for babies and one of toddlers.
These classes promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. It improves motor skills, co-ordination, and balance. Moreover, it allows children to express themselves creatively and develop self-confidence and self-esteem. It is a lovely opportunity to get to know other parents and guardians in the locality.
For further details, contact Mairead at 087-7718559.
The numbers drawn in the Enniscrone combined football clubs blotto draw, which was held on Sunday, August 18, were 3, 5, and 43. There was no jackpot winner.
The €25 prizewinners were Edmund Kelly, Sharleen Foody, Jean Lynott and Nora Coyne. The jackpot in the latest draw, which was held on Sunday, August 25, was €7,000.
IRD North Mayo-West Sligo, which trades as Moy Valley Resources, has a position available on its Community Employment Scheme in Enniscrone. The vacancy is for a caretaker/cleaner in Enniscrone Family Resource Centre/ Enniscrone Enterprise Centre.
The Moy Valley Resources Community Employment Scheme is designed to provide meaningful work experience, skill development and personal growth opportunities for participants on the scheme.
Those with a ‘can-do’ attitude, and who are eager to learn and make a difference in their community, are invited to apply.
No previous experience is necessary, as comprehensive training will be provided that includes training programmes to help participants gain new skills and qualifications to benefit their future careers.
Participants will also have the opportunity to work with local community organisations and make a tangible impact on the lives of people in the area.
The MVR CE Scheme team encourages personal growth and is committed to supporting scheme participants every step of the way, ensuring that they have the resources and guidance needed to succeed.
If you are interested in applying for this position, you can contact Jacqueline Kinsella, CE Supervisor at Moy Valley Resources, Ballina for more information. Please email hr@moyvalley.ie or telephone 096-70905.
You can also visit the organisation’s social media pages and website at www.moyvalley.ie where information on CE Scheme roles is regularly updated.
Enniscrone Kilglass GAA Intermediate team had their first game in the Connacht Gold Intermediate Football Championship on Saturday evening last, August 24, when they played St Patrick’s at St Brendan’s GAA Park, Castleconnor at 4.30pm.
The Junior team also got their championship under way when they played Castleconnor in Castleconnor.
The U17 team began the B1 championship with a home game against St John’s on Thursday evening last, August 22, at 7pm.
The Enniscrone Kilglass U15 team suffered a heavy defeat at home to Eastern Harps recently in round four of the championship. They then met St Patrick’s/Owenmore Gaels in the Seamie Donegan Memorial Park for their final group game.
The Enniscrone Kilglass U13B team continued their winning streak when they hosted Tourlestrane, winning on a scoreline of 3-13 to 0-10. They now advance to the cup semi-final which takes place on September 6, when they will play either Geevagh/St Michael’s or St Farnan’s at home.
The defibrillator at Coláiste Iascaigh has been made accessible and is on the wall at the front door of the school temporarily while they wait a new heated cabinet.
West Sligo Athletics Club are delighted to be bringing back The O’Dubhda Challenge to Enniscrone with a run through the seaside town and the surrounding countryside on October 6th. There is a fabulous route to run covering a 20-miler, half marathon and a 10km, so something for everyone.
To register, contact West Sligo Athletic Club.
Don’t forget to stop by and grab some freshly brewed coffee or tea to go as well as some delicious homemade treats every Saturday morning from 11am to 3pm at Enniscrone Indoor Market in The Old Church right next door to Checkout.
There is also homemade crafts, paintings, jewellery and more. Fresh fruit, vegetables and fresh fish are also available.
The way to support the building repairs being done at Enniscrone Church are to contribute to the second collection taken up at weekends Masses using the Church Building Fund envelopes.
If you would like to receive a box of envelopes, text your name to the parish mobile 087-7614971.
You can also make a donation online to Enniscrone Church Account, Bank of Ireland, Pearse Street, Ballina, Co Mayo IBAN IE47 BOF1 9052 7239 3601 85, BIC BOFIE2D, or you can set up a standing order payment to Enniscrone Church Account.
A fourth way to donate is to use an envelope available at the church door to make a contribution.
Please remember in your prayers the following who died recently; Anthony Duffy, Ballure, Culleens; Tommie McKenzie, Farrenmorgan, Ballina; John Melvin, Castlebar/Lacken (brother of Padraig and Michael Melvin, Lacken and Chris Kilgannon, Frankford, Enniscrone).
May they all rest in peace.
Welcomed into God’s family recently was Kasper Frank Barrett, Carrowhubbock South, Enniscrone. Congratulations to his parents and family.
Activities of the Easkey Enhancement Association which take place weekly are: the Writers Group meet every Monday at 7.30pm in the Courthouse; Table Tennis every Wednesday at 8.30pm in the Courthouse; and Wavy Crafters meet every Thursday at 10.30am in the Old Factory.
New members are always welcome.
Sligo LEADER Partnership Company are running a Living Alone Friendly Call Service which covers all of Co Sligo. The service is from Monday to Thursday, 10am to 2pm and Friday from 10am to 1.30pm.
For further information, contact Mary at 086-0838075.
Bingo is held in the Old Church, Enniscrone, every Tuesday at 8pm with doors opening at 7pm with free tea and coffee on offer. The proceeds are in aid of Western Gaels Hurling and Camogie Club.
All are welcome to come along and support, and be in with a chance to win.
A hot desk facility is now available at Unit 3, Castlepark House, Enniscrone, with daily or weekly rates. It is located in an ideal location, close to the Castlefield walkway and town centre.
Contact Tony on 086-3098335 for further details.
Whether it’s for flexibility, core strength or relaxation, join the West Sligo Young at Heart, Dromore West, on a Monday from 11am to 12 noon for chair yoga (they don’t only sit down, unless you choose to).
If you are feeling more energetic, they have a variety of exercises and activities on Tuesday from 11am to 12 noon, whether it’s walking football, netball or kurling, a good laugh followed by a chat over tea.
On Wednesday, from 10.30am to 12.30pm, there is always something different going on from sewing, crochet, to darts or cards and plenty more, all with the most important chat, tea and great company. There is also plenty of books available to keep you reading at home.
Chair yoga continues on Mondays at 10am in The Old Factory, Easkey, and costs €7 per session.
With the new season about to commence, why not look the part by browsing Kilglass Enniscrone Utd's training gear range which is available on the new club app. All items feature the new club crest and will be delivered to your address inside seven days. The shop is open all year round.
To shop, download the club app from your app store at the klubfunder and select Kilglass/Enniscrone as your club. When in the app click on the ‘shop now’ button to browse the shop.
Kilglass Parish Community Centre are offering co-working/hotdesks and meeting room hire in their A-rated new building which is served with high-speed broadband.
They are located less than five minutes from Enniscrone. Book your place at www.kilglassparishcommunitycentre.com.
The numbers drawn in the Castleconnor GAA lotto, which was held on Saturday, August 17 last, were 10, 23, 28 and 35. There was no jackpot winner.
Congratulations to Pamela and Tom Feeney, Louise Gilmartin and Tinny who all matched three numbers and won €35 each. Mags Burke won €50 in the lucky dip draw.
The jackpot in the latest draw, which was held on Saturday, August 24, was €23,000.
