Clonroche/ Poulpeasty

VINTAGE RUN

The last run of the year by the Clonroche-Poulpeasty Vintage Society will be held as usual on St Stephen’s Day. It will commence at 12.30 from Clonroche to Aughyvouir. A large turnout is anticipated this year. The majority of the proceeds will go towards Clonroche Meals on Wheels. Further information available from Leo Tector at 087 2464479.

BOOK LAUNCH

Damien Cullen launched his book ‘Castleboro, The Lost Legacy’ on Thursday, December 15, in the Cloch Ban. This books gives a historical insight to the Castleboro Estate from its foundations to its demise, and from the arrival of the Carew Family to their Departure. Packed full of local history and photos, it will make great reading, Damien would like to extend his thanks to all who helped in any way with the production of the book, to all who provided stories, photos and aritcles. Castleboro, The Lost Legacy is on sale in the the local shops.

SPLIT-THE-POT

This winner of this week’s splitthe-pot was Billy Kinsella, Killegney, the winner of the hamper was Paddy O’Reilly Poulpeasty, The pot was €454, Envelopes available in local business around the village.

CE VACANCIES

ANCCR Area Development currently have vacancies on their Community Employment Scheme. Support Worker in Raheen, General Operatives in Terrerath, Newbawn, Clonroche and Adamstown. You must be over 25 yrs of age and be in receipt of a social welfare payment for at least 12 months. Apply in the first instance to the supervisor at 087 4144313. DSP criteria apply.