Local Notes: Marie Hughes retires

Evening Concert with Kate and congrats to Kevin Johnston
Local Notes: Marie Hughes retires

Lorraine Mannion, Helena Hastings, Ronan Mannion, June Joyce and Niamh Hughes pictured attending Marie Hughes’s retirement function in Carnacon Community Centre. Pic by Tom Quinn

CARRA COUNTY

Support Fiona and Friends

Fiona McHale of Carnacon LGFA is travelling to Kenya on November 17, with Self Help Africa and the GPA with 40 other players from around the country for a project to plant 1 million trees for Kenyan communities. For this Fiona, Lisa Cafferkey and Danielle Caldwell had a target of €30,000 to raise and so far have raised €20,000. There are two final initiatives left that hopefully will help raise the remaining amount: 1. Sale of Warriors for Humanity Jerseys, 2. €10 Squares for the United v Liverpool game on December 17. Any small contributions would be really appreciated. To contribute please go to https://portaleur.myshopify.com/.../warriors-for-humanity...

Evening Concert with Kate

Kate Heneghan and Friends will host an evening concert in Ballintubber Abbey. Donations on night will go to Ballintubber Abbey New Development in honour of Jo and Des Thornton; R.I.P. Tickets are priced at a modest €20 each. Please support.

Ballintubber GAA notes

The Ballintubber GAA weekly lotto draw took place on Saturday, November 5 in the Clubhouse in Clogher. There was no winner of the jackpot. 2, 8, 11 and 23 were the numbers drawn and the consolation prize winners were Brian Murphy, Maggi Geraghty, Sean Larkin, Bridie and Michael Kelly, Patrick Carter and Michael Murphy. The draw for last weekend’s on November 12 was for a jackpot of €7,300.

Congrats to Ger Murphy, son of Christina and Richard, Moorehall, who was a member of the Coolera - Strandhill panel who are the new Sligo SFC champions following their recent three-point defeat of first-time finalists St Molaise Gaels, 0-11 to 0-8, at Markievicz Park. Ger had an illustrious underage career with Ballintubber and when playing in goal he won an U21 ‘A’ title in 2009. In the 2023 U21 B Championship Group 1, Ballintubber beat neighbours Castlebar Mitchells B, 4-11 to 2-9.

Congrats Kevin!

Warm congratulations are extended to Kevin Johnson’s whose Corofin team secured the Galway Senior Football Championship with a superb performance against Moycullen in Pearse Stadium on Sunday week last. Amazingly the Sligo born manager/coach has won four county titles in three counties adding to his success with Tourlestrane in Sligo and twice with Ballintubber Club in Mayo. It is not surprising that one of nature’s gentlemen and perhaps Connacht’s finest coach is enjoying such splendid success.

CE Scheme staff required

The positions of supervisor, administrative person and outdoor person have become available on the local community employment scheme. Contact Martin Walsh on 087 1331844 for further details.

Fauré’s Requiem

Cór Mhaigh Eo and Louisburgh Voices, directed by Dr Brian Lennon, will be performing Fauré’s Requiem in Ballintubber Abbey on Sunday, November 19, at 5pm, with soloists Nan Fee (soprano) and Owen Gilhooly-Miles (baritone), the Con Tempo String Quartet and Michael Quinn (organ). Tickets are €25 and available from Ballintubber Abbey gift-shop; The Clew Bay Hotel, Westport (098 - 28088); Gala, Louisburgh; Parsons Shoes, Castlebar. Proceeds of the concert will benefit Ballintubber Abbey Trust and Daisy Lodge, Cong (which support children undergoing cancer treatment).

Final Storytelling Night

The final storytelling night in the very successful series in Ballyglass Community Centre, supported by funding from Mayo County Council, will be on December 2, with special guest Senem Donatan. The storytelling evening will run from 7.30 to 10pm and will cost only €5. Contact Fiona on 087 6562042 or Nora on 087 9729672, or go to storyoffiona@gmail.com.

Ballyglass FC lotto

The numbers drawn from the drum on Monday, November 6, were 6, 15, 22 and 23. There was no winner of the jackpot of €4,400. There were no match 3 winners. Consolation prizes went to Tom Jennings Jr., Fergal Burke, Kevin Reilly, Agnes Coakley and Marian Moran. The weekend jackpot stood at €4,500.

Community Mass

A Community Mass will be held in Ballyglass Community Centre on Thursday, November 16, at 7pm. The event will be followed by tea and a chat.

Ballyglass cards

The weekly card game winners from Monday, November 6; Margaret Mannion and Patricia Jennings scooped 1st prize, 2nd were Seamus Nevin and Martin Forde, while Richard and Mary Carney came 3rd. The last 10 winners were Noah and Kevin Burke and the raffle prizes went to Noel Costello and Chris Flatley. Card game continues every Monday night at 9pm in Ballyglass Community Centre.

Ceremonial Cacao evening

Move out of your head and into your heart and enjoy a relaxing candlelit evening of meditation. Learn about the incredible cacao plant and its amazing healing properties for mind, body and spirit. The event takes place on Wednesday, November 15, at 7.30 in Ballyglass Community Centre, F12 D500. The event costs €15, call Julie on 087 9111763 for details and to book your place.

Ceremonial Cacao evening

Move out of your head and into your heart and enjoy a relaxing candlelit evening of meditation. Learn about the incredible cacao plant and its amazing healing properties for mind, body and spirit on Wednesday, November 15, at 7.30 in Ballyglass Community Centre. The event costs €15, call Julie on 087 9111763 for details and to book your place.

Make your own wreath

A wreath making class in Ballyglass Community Centre, with florist Judy Fallon will take place on December 6, at 7pm. The fee is €25 per person. Booking is essential. Contact Nora to book your place on 087 9729672.

Community Council election

Ballintubber Community Council is re-elected every 4 years and the time has come for nominations for a new term.This is done by Station Area and 2 representatives need to be selected per area. Anyone 18 or over living in the community can be nominated.

Current Community Council members have delivered nomination letters over the past few days and are due to collect them again shortly. Put your name forward or nominate others who could represent your area for the next 4 year term and carry on the good work to improve Ballintubber community.

New Baby

Congrats to Lynn and Gary Loftus, Rostigue, Ballyglass and Srah, Gortnacullin on the recent birth of their baby daughter, Roblyn Marie. The Ballintubber GAA club stalwart and his wife Lynn are wished great happiness in the years ahead.

Ballintubber Baptism

The Christian Community welcomes its newest member Brendan Louie Boyle, baptised in Holy Trinity Abbey, Ballintubber, on Saturday, November 11. Congratulations to his parents and family.

Set dancing

Set dancing with Chris Oats takes place every Thursday night in The Scioból in Ballintubber. Call 087 6287132 for details.

Michael’s Marathon Appeal

Michael Corcoran’s recent fundraising run in the Dublin City Marathon was for the Cancer Society of Ireland. Over 9,000 people passed away last year from this awful illness. If you would like to support just click on the following link - www.justgiving.com/page/michael-corcoran-1695128059352 and donate what you can.

The late Greta Morris

The death has occurred peacefully of Gretta Morris née McDonnell, North Quincy, Massachusetts USA and formerly of Burrin, Ballyglass, Claremorris and Deereenmanus, Castlebar. Gretta passed away at her home surrounded by her family on October 30. Born and raised in Burrin, Ballyglass, Claremorris, she trained and worked as a paediatric nurse in Dublin until she returned back to County Mayo to raise her family. In 1989 Gretta moved with her family to Boston and she returned to nursing, earning degrees at Labouré College and Emmanuel College. She was devoted to all her nursing roles. She was proud of her 27 years’ service in the Emergency Department at Boston Medical Centre. Gretta loved to travel and apart from frequent visits to family and friends at home, she had travelled extensively throughout many parts of the world. Gretta enjoyed running and was no stranger to the Boston Marathon. Hiking and mountain climbing were among her recent favourite activities. Predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Mary McDonnell, her brother Michael Joe McDonnell, her nephew Michael McClintock and her beloved granddaughter Finn McCabe, she is survived by her children Dylan and his partner Alyson, Aengus and his wife Mary Ellen, Nollaig and her husband Keith, and Aoife and her husband Justin. She will also be sadly missed by her grandchildren, Gavin, Kian, Eily, Faela, Avery and Rhys. She is also survived by her siblings Patrick, John, Brendan, Geraldine Breege, Liam and Kevin and their families and many friends to whom sincere sympathy is tendered. Visiting hours were held at The Cushing Memorial Hall, 673 Main St, Norwell, MA on last Thursday, November 9, with a memorial service taking place at 4.30pm. Funeral and burial ceremonies will take place in County Mayo at a later date. Ar dheis De go raibh a nAinm.

Pictured after the recent Balla to Clogher Heritage walk were – L to R, John Roche, Philadelphia, John and Cuileann Bourke Clogher, Gerry Molloy, Castlebar and Finian Bourke, Clogher.
Pictured after the recent Balla to Clogher Heritage walk were – L to R, John Roche, Philadelphia, John and Cuileann Bourke Clogher, Gerry Molloy, Castlebar and Finian Bourke, Clogher.

Market Day in Ballyglass

The next market in Ballyglass Community Centre will be on November 11, from 10am to 2pm. See you there.

Ballintubber Active Retirement

Ballintubber active retirement meetings are held on Monday mornings at 10.30am in the resource centre, Ballintubber. The group are seeking new members - please come and see what’s on offer, a warm welcome awaits.

Ballintubber Abbey Programme

Ballintubber Abbey will be closed to the public from 12 noon on Sunday, November 19. This is to facilitate for the evening concert by Louisburgh Voices and Cór Mhaigh Eo Choirs. The concert will take place at 5pm.

Lough Carra Life Project

The next meeting of the LCCA is due to take place on November 14, in Belcarra Community Centre at 7.30pm. The Lough Carra Life project manager is Kieran Flynn, email Kieran.flynn@mayococo.ie. People who wish to be on the mailing list should email loughcarraCA@gmail.com.

Manual Handling

A manual handling training course will be run in Ballintubber. Text 087 2468372 if interested.

ALONG THE PARTRIES.

Tractor Run

Tourmakeady/Partry Christmas Tractor run is back again this year. After last year’s disappointment there will be a more festive feel to this year’s event. Be sure to plan and be in Partry/Tourmakeady on Saturday, November 25. Registration from 4.45pm and the event will be starting off from Partry FC. Raffle tickets will be on sale before and during the event, some of the spot prices include:

1 night B&B with dinner in the 4 star Delphi Lodge Resort, voucher for The Lodge at Ashford Castle, Symths and Elverys vouchers, dinner vouchers, fuel vouchers agus go leor eile...

The late Mary Joyce

The death occurred last week of Mary Joyce (Bartley) R.I.P, (nee Joyce) Bunnacrick, Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo. Mary passed away on November 8, and her passing is an occasion of great sorrow to her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Anthony, brothers Peter, Bartley, John, Mike and sister Bridgie, Mary is survived by her loving children Anne, Máirtín, John and Mary, son-in-law Douglas, brother Maughty, sister-in-law Mary, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended. Her remains reposed in Burke’s Funeral Home, Clonbur, on last Friday evening from 5.30 until 7pm. Her funeral took place to the Church of The Immaculate Conception, Finney, on Saturday morning for 12 noon Funeral Mass with burial afterwards in Churchfield Cemetery, Tourmakeady. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Tourmakeady CLG lotto

The Thuar Mhic Éadaigh GAA lotto draw took place on November 4, for a jackpot of €9,200. 8, 10, 17 and 24 were the numbers drawn and there was no jackpot winner. The online prize winners were Mary Lydon and John Lydon. The jackpot draw was held again on last Saturday night, November 11, with a highly attractive jackpot of €9,300. There are two online prizes of €40 and also a €40 Cairde prize each week.

Thuar Mhic Éadaigh CLG

Congratulations to Jack McCabe, grandson of CLG Thuar Mhic Éadaigh’s President, Seán O’Shea on recently winning the Galway Club Senior Football Championship medal with Corofin.

In the Homeland U15 D league final the winners were Tuar Mhic Éadaigh 3-12 and Naomh Pádraig 4-5.

U21C Championship, Group 3, Tuar Mhic Eadaigh beat Louisburgh 3-11 to 1-7.

“Meitheal” Solar PV

There will be a public meeting in Halla Tuar Mhic Eadaigh on Wednesday night, November 15 at 7.30pm, everyone who wants to install solar PV for the first time or those who want to increase their solar PV electricity generation.

Irish classes

The next conversational Irish class will take place again on Wednesday morning, November 15 from 11 to 12 noon. An evening class also takes place on Thursday nights from 8 to 9pm in Halla Tuar Mhic Eadaigh. All are welcome and more information and details is available from Stiofán opt.cdst@gmail.com / 087 3970227.

Thuar Mhic Éadaigh NS draw

SN Thuar Mhic Éadaigh school fundraising lotto bonus number game for the school will be commencing on November 18. A prize of €100 will be awarded each week based on the bonus number from the main lotto draw on Saturday night. If you wish to take part, the cost is €100 for six months. Contact the school via phone 094 95 44088 or email - snthuarmhiceadaigh@gmail.com before Wednesday, November 15. Congrats to the recent winners of the Tourmakeady School No 2 - Amanda and Adrian Dolan. Week 25/26 is complete.

Clothes Recycling Drive

A Clothes Recycling Drive Collection will take on Friday, November 17. Items that can be accepted are as follows: clean dry reusable clothes, handbags, belts, paired shoes, curtains, bed linen, towels, blankets and soft toys. No pillow or duvets. Call to the school and a member of staff will open the Ionad Spóirt for the clothes to be dropped off.

Church notes

Tourmakeady cemetery Sunday takes place at Tourmakeady Church Cemetery on November 19, at 2.30pm with the rosary and blessing of graves.

The Pilgrimage to Fatima with spiritual director Archdiocese of Tuam, takes place from May 9 to 16, 2024, 7 nights, ex Dublin; discount for November bookings. Contact; 01 2410800.

Eucharistic adoration takes place in Partry Church on Mondays from 6pm to 8pm. Adoration in Tourmakeady Church is Wednesday evening at 7pm concluding with Mass at 7.30pm.

Killawalla lotto draw

The numbers drawn in the November 5 lotto results for Killawalla Community Council draw were 17,18, 20 and 24. There was no winner. Consolation prize winners were Ryan and Croi McManamon, Caoimhe Higgins and Austin McGreal. The jackpot currently stands at €5,500.

Bereaved

Sincere sympathy is extended to Triona Gilligan, Drumminroe West on the recent passing of her father Peadar Tunney, R.I.P, Cushin, Westport. May he rest in peace.

Birthday wishes

Special birthday wishes are extended to Lorcan and Lily who celebrated birthdays recently. Lorcan is wished every happiness by his mum Donna and sister Molly. Lily is wished joy and happiness by her mum and family.

Christmas celebration

The Christmas night out for Killawalla Ladies Group takes place in Portos Restaurant at the Castlecourt Hotel, Westport on Friday, December 1. Give your name to Louise on 086 6034601 before November 24, if you would like to attend.

Partry AFC

Congrats to Mike and Liz Cronin who were recent winners in the Partry weekly Wednesday night draw. Partry AFC club lotto helps pay the bills and supports the club and it also funds improvements to facilities. The yearly subscription remains the same at €120. The lotto draw will continue to be based on the main lotto draw each Wednesday night with the prize of €50 being paid out to winners. Numbers are based on 1-47 so closed draw. Message the club with a private message if interested in supporting the worthy cause.

Partry Residents lotto

Congrats to Johnny Horan, Partry, who was a recent winner of the Partry Residents weekly draw. All winners receive €100. Tickets and information can be had from Jim O Neill at 087 2860565.

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The late Liam McDonnell

The death took place last week of Liam McDonnell, Hollyhill, Castlebar, and late of Ross, Castlebar, Co Mayo. Liam passed away on November 8, at his residence and his passing is an occasion of great sorrow for his family and many friends.

Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Bridget and brothers Pat and Martin, he is deeply regretted by his loving wife Eileen, sons Ken, Ronan and Derek, daughter Stephanie Greene (Claremorris), daughters-in-law Aisling, Cathy and Maria, son-in-law Kevin, brother Stephen McDonnell, sister Bridie Lynch (Ballyvary), grandchildren Saoirse, Ailbhe, Isabelle, Katie, Liam, Sean, Niall, Lottie and Esme, brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended. Liam’s remains reposed at his son Ken’s residence, Sarnaught, Castlebar, on Saturday, November 11, from 3 until 5pm. The removal took place on Sunday at 10.45am to St Patrick’s Church, Ballyheane for Requiem Mass at 12 noon, followed by burial afterwards in Ballyheane Cemetery. May he rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.

Belcarra Christmas Carols

This Christmas you are asked to join singer James Kilbane and the Belcarra Parish Choir for ‘An evening of Christmas Carols and Gospel Music’ at St Anne’s Church, Belcarra, on Wednesday, December 6, at 8pm. Event doors will be open at 7.30pm with an admission is a modest fee of €10.

Belcarra Lotto draw

Belcarra Community Council’s latest lotto draw featured an attractive jackpot of €3,800 on November 5. The numbers drawn were 2, 4, 18 and 24. There was no winner of the lotto jackpot. The Lucky Dip winners of €30 were Marion Barnicle, online, Sharon Ward, Carrajames, Bernie Martin, Elmhall and Lisa Hamrock, online. The weekend jackpot was €3,900 on November 12. Tickets are currently on sale in Cunningham’s Costcutter, Cuffe Car Sales, Nestors, Corley’s and Flukies and online.

Belcarra Badminton

A new Badminton Club is commencing in Belcarra Sports Centre. All interested in playing this highly enjoyable sport will meet on Tuesdays at ay 8.30pm. WhatsApp Judy on 087 6367270 for details.

Bereaved

Sincere sympathy is tendered to Cathy O’Toole, Belcarra, on the passing of her sister Liz Friel, RIP, Westport. May she rest in peace.

Breaffy GAA notes

Breaffy GAA Club jackpot draw took place on Tuesday, November 7, and featured a jackpot of €15,600. The numbers drawn were, 3, 18, 22 and bonus 9. There was no jackpot winner and no match 3 winners this week. The Jackpot stands at €15,800 on this Tuesday, November 14.

U21B Championship Group 4, Breaffy had a resounding win over Kiltimagh.

Errew NS clothes collection

There will be clothes collection is running from Monday, November 13 to Friday, November 17. Clear out your unwanted clothes during Midterm and bring them to Errew National School. The side door will be open 9.15-10am every day that week for clothes to be put straight into the old senior (GP) room. Bags can also be left before 9.15am on the bench in the shelter. The school secretary can be contacted to organise alternative drop off times if necessary. secretary@errewns.com Clothes accepted are clean, dry and reusable/ paired shoes/ trainers (tied)/ handbags/ and belts. Items not accepted by the company- toys/ soiled clothes/ duvets/ pillows. Many thanks and please support.

The late Mary Behan

Sincere sympathy is extended to Joe Behan, on the recent passing of his sister Mary B Behan, RP, Bishopsland, County Kildare. Mary passed away suddenly at her home on November 2. Her funeral took place from her parents’ home and following Requiem Mass at St Abbans Church, Killeen, she was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Mary will be sadly missed by her parents Jackie and Carmel, her brothers John, Joe, Maurice and Michael, and sisters Anne, Brede and Helen. May she rest eternally in the peace and happiness of heaven.

Upcoming Fundraising Walk

‘Chip’ is an Irish therapy dog and together with his owner Angela they volunteer to visit the patients in the inpatient unit at the Mayo Hospice in Castlebar for one to two hours every week. There will be a fundraiser walk on November 19, to raise funds and awareness for the Mayo Hospice and Irish Therapy Dogs. People are asked to consider supporting these two great charities through the link on the Facebook page.

First Responders

Help the Group to keep helping. More volunteers are needed to join this group. Full training will be given to volunteers who will work alongside the National Ambulance Service. Areas covered will be Errew, Ballyheane, Ballintubber, Killawalla, Clogher and Carnacon.

Grainne Uaile Talk

The upcoming talk on Grainne Uaile which will be delivered by author and biographer Anne Chambers will examine the personal details relating to the remarkable life of Ireland’s Pirate Queen, Grace O’Malley, within the context of the traumatic historical background of 16th century Ireland and its effects on her, her family. The talk will be at 7.30pm on this Wednesday, November 15, at ATU or formerly GMIT, Castlebar. Beidh Fáilte roimh gach einne.

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