AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Broomfield CONTACT ME
Contact Gerard on 087/2729154 or E-mail: starinaghgerard1@.com if you have an item for this Column.
CONGRATULATIONS AND WELCOME
Congratulations to Dolores and Mark Traynor, Starinagh, on the birth of baby boy Tadhg recently. Congratulations also to Tanya and Darren Henry, Old Rectory, Collon, on the birth of baby boy Lewis recently. Welcome Tadhg and Lewis to the Community. We are already thinking of jobs for you to do when you start walking. Grandparents flat to the mat!
MASS
A mass for all the living & deceased Members of the Community of Broomfield & District, will take place on Thurs 9th August at 9.30 am, in the Church of Mary Immaculate, Collon. Sponsors and supporters of our recent Festival and all Association events throughout the year are cordially invited and welcome to attend.
BRICKX CLUB SUMMER CAMP
The Brickx Club, 3 day Summer Camp, will run on 30th, 31st July & 1st August in Teach Raithneach. A creative brick building club for boys and girls aged 4+. Cost for 3 days €30. Contact Teresa on 086 3212986.
CHILDREN’S GARDEN
The Gardening Group meet every Wednesday evening from 7.30 to 8.30 pm. Please contact Teresa on 087 9375550 for information
TIR NA N-OG
The next Tir na n-Og Active Retirement Social Evening will take place on Friday 3rd August 2018 starting at 6 pm. All over 55’s welcome. Come along and meet old friends and neighbours.
HERITAGE WEEK 2018
National Heritage Week 2018 takes place from Saturday 18th to Sunday 26th August inclusive. This years Heritage Week theme is ‘Share a Story, Make a Connection’. The Heritage Council says ‘Our cultural heritage belongs to everyone so we’re encouraging everyone to get involved in Heritage Week and learn more about heritage and make a new connection with it by visiting a museum, getting to know the history behind a local historic monument or exploring Ireland’s unique landscapes and wildlife habitats’. This year Heritage Week will be a highlight of Ireland’s celebration of the European Year of Cultural Heritage. We are extremely privileged in Broomfield and District to have such a rich Cultural Heritage.
ARE YOU INTERESTED?
As a Pride of Place Project, a Wall Mural will be designed and painted. This should be of interest to Teenagers/Older Children. Contact Teresa on 086 3212986 if interested or for further information.
TUS VACANCY
A TUS vacancy exists with Broomfield and District Residents Association. The Work Programme involves Care-taking duties in and around Teach Raithneach, as well as the maintenance and up-keep of a number of amenities throughout the District. If you think you are eligible to participate in this Scheme, then please contact t on 087 2729154 for more information. Self referral forms are available. These allow you to self-refer to Meath Partnership, the body who have responsibility for implementing the TUS Scheme in this area.
ALBION ROVERS NEWS
Albion Rovers host their annual Summer Soccer Camp Tuesday - Thursday 7th-9th August, 10am-1pm daily, €25/child if booked before 1st August & €30/ child when booked after. Open to all boys/girls 5-14, not limited to Albion players. Please Book online at https://register.primoevents.om/ps/event/AlbionRoversSummerSoccerCamp2018
Places for new players available for remainder of 2018 season. More information is available by email - albionrovers77@gmail.com or at www.facebook.com/AlbionRovers77.
BROOMFIELD & DISTRICT WALKING GROUP
Contact Josie on 086 4458108 for details.
SET DANCING NEWS
Two local Ceili Bands will perform at the Fleadh in Drogheda. Triskell play for the Sets Ceili in Mc Hughs on Thursday 16th August, while The Tara play for the Fior Ceili in St Joseph’s School, Mell on Friday 17th August. By the way, Paddy and Oliver’s CD ‘The High Level’, is available and well worth having. Contact Gerard on 087 2729154 for Set Dancing information.
BODHRAN CLASS
Would you like to learn how to play the Bodhran? If there is enough interest, a class can be arranged. Contact Gerard on 087 2729154.
TEACH RAITHNEACH BOOKING
To discuss options or to book Teach Raithneach, contact Alice on 087-9360018
BROOMFIELD BONUS BALL LOTTERY RESULT
Draw Date: 25/07/2018 Bonus Ball Numbers 35,441 and 26.
No Jackpot Winner! Week’s Jackpot: €3,650.
This Weeks €20 Winners: Paddy Wall, Balrenny. Chloe Carpenter, Grangegeeth. Christy Lynch, Starinagh. Vin Weldon, Broomfield. John Mc Evoy, Termonfeckin. Promoters: Gerard Weldon, Teresa Carpenter, Teach Box.
Next Draw Date: 01/08/2018. Thanks for supporting Broomfield Bonus Ball Lottery. .
Tullyallen CONTACT ME
If you would like to see your news in this part of the newspaper, a celebration, weddings, anniversary, family party, births or anything that might be of interest to the local community, please have no hesitation in contacting. Give me a ring at 087 6366605 or pop me an email at hilary.a.kelly@ But one thing to remember is that the deadline to get your items to me is Friday Lunchtime as the paper will now be in the shelves from Tuesday mornings.
CARERS MEET PRESIDENT HIGGINS
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The Tullyallen Carers headed off on one of their away days to The Botanic Gardens and then onto Áras an Uachtaráin where they got to meet with the President for what was a truly memorable day. There was plenty of photo opportunities to with Mr. Higgins himself and I’m sure the chat was very interesting. The day was finished off with a lovely trip to the Thatch on the way home for a meal which went down a real treat for all.
CÚRSA SAMHRAIDH SA BHAILE/ IRISH SUMMER CAMP
The ‘Gaeltacht’ is coming to Tullyallen National School from August 7th to 10th from 10am to 2pm daily. From Irish lessons to Gaelic games to Set Dancing to Tin Whistle, they’ll have it all - and just before the Fleadh comes to Drogheda. Open to all children from 3rd Class to 6th Class. €55 per child with reductions for siblings. Contact Brendan at 0879738766 to book your child’s place.
TOWNLEY HALL GOLF CLUB
This year’s annual summer BBQ took place on Sunday 22nd of July. It was a fantastic day for all members and their families. There was a scramble that took place the winners are as follwed: 1st Barabra Molloy, Mick Cowley and Mick Foley, 2nd Roisin walsh, Teresa Leech and Paddy Bedford and 3rd Elaine Doorley, Bobby Rusk and Michael Reilly.
ALBION ROVERS SUMMER CAMP
Albion Rovers will host their annual Summer Soccer Camp Tuesday - Thursday 7th to 9th August, 10am to 1pm daily. The cost is €25 per child if booked before 1st August & €30 per child when booked after. This is open to all boys and girls aged 5 to14 and is not limited to Albion players. PLEASE BOOK ONLINE at https://register.primoevents. com/ps/event/AlbionRoversSummerSoccerCamp2018
Places for new players available for remainder of 2018 season. More information is available by email - albionrovers77@gmail.com or at www.facebook.com/AlbionRovers77.
PARISH NEWS
Please like the Parish face book page Mellifont Parish-Tullyallen as the parish rejuvenates its face book page. Share and Like to keep up to date with Parish and faith events.
The World Meeting of Families diocesan opening will be on Tuesday 21st of August. Event will begin at 5pm in the Shambles Market, Armagh and followed by a procession at 7pm to the Cathedral with evening prayer from 7.30pm to 8.15pm. All are welcome
Do you want to learn more about your Faith? If you do, why not enrol in our Diocesan Theology Programme. There are no entrance qualifications and no exams. It is a 2 year course, 6 modules of 6 weeks per year, one night a week. If you are interested please contact Milanda at milanda@parish and family.ie or telephone 042-9336393.
THE VICTORIOUS U12 GLEN EMMETS
Congratulations and well done to the Under 12 Glen Emmets team who took on Naomh Martin in Division 1B final in Darver last week. With the final score Glen Emmets 4-8 Naomh Martin 3-4 there was fierce celebrations all round for the players, coaches, mentors, parents and coaches. The future of the club is safe with this great bunch of young players coming along.
ROSSIN ROVERS NEWS
Rossin Rovers is a community based club based in Rossin on the Drogheda /Slane road. The club is going strong now for over 35 years in both senior and juvenile football. They are trying to take a pro - active approach to worrying decline in team sports and with that in mind they are trying to grow their underage structure from U8 on onwards, so if you’ve got kids, grandkids, niece, nephews from the Drogheda, Slane, Tullyallen areas not playing football and who would to take it up, feel to contact club to get them playing, or if you’re interested in taking up coaching the club woud love to get you involved. Contact Niall Taaffe Club Chairperson or follow club on Facebook RossinRovers/Facebook.
MEN’S SHED
The Tullyallen Men’s Shed meet on Tuesday & Friday mornings at 10am in the Glen Emmets Clubhouse. The Men’s Shed is a dedicated, friendly and welcoming meeting place where men come together and undertake a variety of mutually agreed activities. All new members are more than welcome to come along for a chat and cup of tea. So why not go along and see what it’s all about.
LOTTO RESULTS
Results for the Glen Emmets Lotto held Tuesday 24th July 2018. The Grand Prize Draw was for €1,700 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were: 26,9,14 & 29. The 4 Lucky Dip winners who receive €25 each are Brendan Winters, Kevin Shiels, Niamh Carolan & Justin McNeil. Next week’s draw is €1,800. Tickets are on sale in Centra Tullyallen or any committee member or now you can play online at https://www. locallotto.ie/play_newa.asp?ll_id=1329#Anchor
SUPPORT THE GLEN EMMETS LADIES
Sona Vitamins are giving away a prize fund of €15000 in total to GAA clubs across the Republic of Ireland. They will award 3 clubs (one in each province) €5000 each. So when purchasing Sona products from the pharmacy, check to see if they have the promotional sticker with a unique code and follow the instructions to nominate the Glen Emmets Ladies team. Entries will be picked at random from the correct valid entries after the closing date of 30th September 2018.
Ardcath/ Clonalvy COFFEE MORNING
Colr. Sharon Keogan will host a fundraising Coffee morning in her office this Friday 3rd August from 10a.m. until 12noon. Everyone is welcome. Your support will be much appreciated to help Sharon in her ongoing work for all the local community
ARDCATH MACRA
The club are always very welcoming to any new members; please don’t hesitate and just come along and join in the fun follow us on Facebook @ Ardcath Macra.
KNOCK PILGRIMAGE
The annual Meath Diocesan pilgrimage to Knock takes place on Sunday 12th August. Bishop Michael Smith is the main celebrant and the Meath Diocesan Choir will also take part in the event.
DULEEK LIBRARY
Computer Animation Workshop: Thursday 9th August at 3.00pm for the over 7-year olds.
Playstation Workshop: Friday 10th August at 11a.m. for the over 7 age group.
Sing Aling: A Fun Music learning workshop for kids. Monday 13th August 11.00am for the under 6 age group.