Kiltealy-Ballindaggin

HOUSE OF STORIES

Another great session of house of stories took place in Ballindaggin Hall on Thursday night last where 20 musicians kept the audience foot tapping and the hilarious stories had all in stitches laughing, also some lively songs with everyone joining in.

Sympathy was expressed to Ted Sinnott and family on the death of his brother Jim, to Kathleen Donohue on the death of Michael and Jim Jordan on the recent death of his brother Stephen. Congratulations were extended to Ted and Carmel Sinnott on their wedding anniversary and to Margaret White on celebrating a special birthday.

Raffle winners on the night were; Jack Hanrahan, Mohurry. Marina White, Courtnacuddy. Jim Quigley, Hacketstown two prizes. Michael O’Connor, Cushingstown. Terry Jordan, Milehouse. Billy Sinnott, Caim. Ned Foley, Tullow. Larry White, Borrowmount. Michael Pierce, Belfield Road. Séamus Rafter, Monalee. Terry Shaughnessy, Garryhill. Phil Power, Clonard. Bridget Buckley, Courtnacuddy. Sheila Murphy, Rathvilley. Bean an Ti Anne thanked all for their continued support.

FUNDRAISING CONCERT

There will be a fundraising concert in Bunclody Soccer Pavillion on Friday, May 19, at 8 p.m. with the Willoughby Brothers, bar on the night, followed by dancing to Theresa and the Stars. All proceeds go to Bunclody Vocational College, Bunclody FC and Our Lady of Lourdes N.S. Tickets €20 available from Anne at 087 2103943.

Your support would be appreciated as many students from the area attend the college.

RACE NIGHT

Ballindaggin Development Group are holding a ‘race night’ at Enniscorthy Greyhound Track on bank holiday Monday, June 5, to raise funds for the community park in the village. Tickets are now on sale throughout the area at €10 which includes admission, race card and free draw for a weekend break away. Anyone, who would like to have their businesses advertised on the race card on the night contact Aileen at 087 7552593 before next weekend. Nine race card, first race at 8 p.m., bar open, food served, a great night assured.

MT. LEINSTER CHALLENGE

The roads around Kiltealy and surrounding areas will be very busy next Saturday, May 20, when the annual Mt. Leinster Cycling Challenge takes place organised by Slaney Cycling Club with 300 cyclists taking part. Although the Slaney Cycling Club pull out all the stops regarding road safety drivers are reminded to be aware of many cyclists on the roads around Mt. Leinster on Saturday next.

SPLIT THE POT

Winner of the double week of Kiltealy NS split-the-pot was Jenny Reddy, who scooped €364. Play split-the-pot every week envelopes available locally. Thanks for your continued support.

GET WELL WISHES

Best wishes to all in the area who are unwell at present either at home or in hospital, hope you are feeling better soon. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

NATIONAL CAREERS PROJECT

Congratulations to Fionn Jordan, Cloroguebeg, Kiltealy, who was placed third in the national Careers skills awards in Dublin last week. There was over 1,500 entries. Fionn is a pupil of Meánscoil Garman, Enniscorthy.

SOCIAL

The next social and tea will be held in Kiltealy Community Hall on Friday, May 26, Always a great night out.