Termonfeckin
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POTHOLE.
Great to see that the terrible pothole at the bridge in Termonfeckin has been filled in. It was extremely deep and impossible to avoid particularly when traffic was negotiating the bridge from both directions. It had the potential to cause damage to vehicles or indeed an accident.
ST. FECHIN’S LOTTO.
The numbers drawn were 8, 9, 14 and 18. The jackpot of €1,600 was not won. The €100 winner was Thomas Sheridan. Winners of €20 were Bronwyn Kirwan, Tom Flynn, Darren O’ Neill, Michael Holcroft and Michelle Mooney. The jackpot this week is €1,700 and is kindly sponsored by Madden’s Centra, Termonfeckin.
ST. FECHIN’S ASTRO PITCH.
The Astro Pitch at Pairc Naomh Feichin is available to hire. The pitch is floodlit, has plenty of car parking and those using it can also avail of Hot Showers afterwards. The Astro Pitch can also be hired for Children’s Parties. This includes the use of the meeting room for food. All for €40 an hour. To book, contact Mary on 086-0802367.
PAUL DURNIN RIP.
Much sadness and shock has been expressed at the death of Paul Durnin, Cartown. We offer our deepest sympathy to his family, relations and friends. Requiem Mass was offered in Our Lady of Lourdes Church and the Funeral in Newtown Crosslawn Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
SEAPOINT PITCH & PUTT.
Results of the competition held the previous weekend which was an 18 Gross. Senior-1st: Gerry Breen Jnr. 50, 2nd: Pat Greene 51. Inter-1st: Kieran McDonnell 55, 2nd: John Curran 56 (ob9 26). Junior-1st: John Kelleher 56 (ob9 27), 2nd: Eddie Smith 56. Ladies-1st: Marlo Everitt 51, 2nd: Mary Agnew 56. Last weekend was Week 4 of the Winter League and was an 18 Gross. Please check www.seapointpitchandputt. for all the latest Seapoint
News.
MACRA NA FEIRME.
Congratulations to the Men and Women Basketball teams who were successful in the recent County round and will go forward to represent Louth in the National finals on March 8th. Best of luck to all.
Best wishes to club members Helena Reynolds and Kevin Stapleton on their upcoming wedding. We hope you have a great day and best wishes for the future.
The next monthly meeting takes place in Sandpit Hall at 9pm on Wednesday March 11th. New members most welcome as always. If you are interested in learning more about Termonfeckin Macra, simply like and contact the Macra Tearmann Feichin facebook page or contact Aoife on 087-6262197.
TERMONFECKIN CELTIC FC.
Termonfeckin Celtic F.C. is entering teams in the 2020 Louth School Girls League. Girls are wanted for U10 and U12 teams. This is open to Girls born before 2013. All coaches are fully qualified and Garda vetted. Contact TermonfeckinFC@gmail.com
There is also an opening for new players on one of the Boys U11 teams for the 2020 season. This is open to players born in 2008. If interested, please contact Coach Stuart Farrell on 0876316742.
TENNIS CLUB.
If you would like join the Tennis Club, please contact 0863431437 for further details. Termonfeckin Tennis Club Adult Social Tennis takes place every Tuesday night at 7.30pm. All Adult members are welcome to come along and take part.
SET DANCING.
Set Dancing takes place in Sandpit Hall this Thursday night at 8.30pm. All are welcome.
ADORATION.
Eucharistic Adoration is on Monday evenings from 7-8pm in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Why not come and spend some quiet time in the presence of the Lord.
BALSANTER.
Contact 086- 2747474 to report any suspicious activity. If you would like to join up to BALSANTER, application forms are available in Maddens Centra, Mc Grane’s XL and both Parish Churches.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL.
The contact number for St. Vincent de Paul is 1800 677777. The St. Colmcille Conference of St. Vincent de Paul operates in this area.
ST. COLMCILLE’S PASTORAL AREA.
Five Lenten talks have been organised for our Pastoral Area on each Monday during March. They will take place in Termonfeckin Credit Union Offices, Big Street, A92 ET99. Attendees are invited to gather at 7.45pm for a greeting cup of tea/coffee with the talk starting at 8pm and finishing at 9.15pm. The Schedule of Talks is as follows: March 2ndListening for God’s Voice in the Old Testament. March 9th-Christian Art and Scripture. March 16th-Women in the Bible. March 23rd-Reflection on Pilgrimages. March 30th-Topic to be decided. All are welcome.