AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Askamore COVID 19 VIRUS – CANCELLEATIONS
It is a very different Askamore notes we are looking at this week in view of the steps being taken to combat the Covid 19 Virus.
Just to confirm Askamore Hall is closed till further notice and all related activities have been postponed.
The following events have all been cancelled: Carnew Community Art Exhibition March 14 to March 17, Carnew St Patrick’s Day parade, March 17 and South Wicklow Drama Festival from 20 to 28March.
KILRUSH DRAMA GROUP
Unfortunately the all-Ireland Drama Circuit has also fallen victim to the present health crisis and is cancelled. However, before this decision was made, Kilrush Drama Group had performed in five festivals, two of which had to be cancelled midway. The group came third in Kilmuckridge where Ellie Willoughby was nominated for best supporting Actress and Michael won Best Actor. Then on to Castleblaney, County Monaghan, where Michael Dunbar, John Redmond and Ellie Willoughby all received nominations.
The group then performed in Charleville, County Cork, last week, where they were delighted to win in the open section, with Michael Dunbar winning Best Actor, Pat Whelan/Mick Byrne winning Best Director and Ellie winning Most Promising young Actress. The group also won Best
Set and Best Lighting and Sound.
The group also performed in Ballyduff (West Waterford) and Wexford Drama Festivals where they received spontaneous standing ovations and excellent adjudications. Congratulations to everyone involved with Kilrush Drama Group on an excellent production.
As with all groups throughout the country who work tirelessly to bring their productions on the Circuit, it is sad not to be able to continue.
However, all agree that the health and welfare must come first. Stay safe everyone.
Boolavogue GAA EASTER CAMP
With all training, games and competitions suspended till March 29, in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Monageer-Boolavogue GAA Club is nevertheless hoping to run its third annual Easter Camp on the April 6, 7 and eight. The camogie, GAA and Ladies’ Football clubs will be offering hurling, football, rounders, athletic activities and lots more in an action filled day that will run from 10 a.m. till 1 p.m. The cost is only €25 per child, €40 for two siblings and €50 for three. For further details or to book a place, please contact Micheál Stafford at 086 8286004 or Anthony Dempsey 087 7826473.
GAA ACTIV8
On Sunday, March 8, a big crowd of Monageer-Boolavogue Activ8 participants took part in a long run/walk in the Raven in Curracloe. The weather was fantastic for the thoroughly enjoyable activity.
MINOR FOOTBALL SUCCESS
The under-17 footballers made it two wins out of two on Sunday the eighth. in Monageer when they beat Ballyhogue by 7-10 to 1-10.
LEINSTER LEAGUE
The previous day, Saturday the seventh., the under-13 hurlers played host to Carnew in the Leinster League hurling competition and recorded 5-7 to 0-6 win. Aaron Cunniffe scored 2-1 of the total, Tadhg Dunn got 1-1 and Abram O’Neill added 1-0. Eoghan Whelan accounted for one to four of the total with Henry Kelly getting the other point.
ST PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
It was with great regret that the organisers of the annual St Patrick’s Day parade in the Harrow cancelled this hugely popular event. However, in the face of the covid-19 pandemic, they felt that they had to in the interest of public safety.
ALZHEIMERS COLLECTION
Well done to all the pupils of Boolavogue NS who raised €220 for the Alzheimers society on Friday, March 6. They all wore denim to school and donated money to this worthy cause. A special thanks has to go to the hardworking Students’ Council for all their hard work in relation to this fundraiser.
SOCCER NEWS
Due to the FAI directive in relation to the covid-19 pandemic, all soccer games have been cancelled till after March 29. On Sunday the 8th. the men’s ‘A’ team had a good 3-0 win over Tombrack to collect the league points. Matthew Dunne, Liam Walsh and Cormac Finn scored a goal apiece.
The club’s under-12 team were away to Cushinstown the same weekend in a tough, hard fought cup game. The strong wind behind them did not really help our lads in the first half and the sides were 0-0 at the break. Soon after the restart, Cushinstown were 2-0 ahead and they doggedly held onto this lead for most of the remaining half. Ronán Sweeney scored a great goal for our lads near the end but despite pressing hard, our lads could not manage to score a well deserved equaliser. On Saturday the 7th the under-16s were away to Wexford Albion, a premier side, in the cup. The gulf in divisions showed and despite the introduction of Matt Gahan adding bite to the attack, Albion ran out easy winners.
Carnew SYMPATHY
Sincere sympathy is extended to the family and relatives of Patsy Kehoe, Tombreane, who died during the week and was buried on Tuesday in Tomacork cemetery. To Betty Cummiskey, Drummin, Clonegal her family and relatives on the death of her father Jimmy Bowe in England.
GAA LOTTO
Carnew GAA lotto was not won, numbers were 8, 9, 28 and 29, lucky dips were Colm Kenny,
Tomacork. Tom Collins. Vicky Mulhall. C. O’Gorman c/o D Osborne. The next draw was due on March 16 in McCrea’s and the jackpot was €4,400.
STRICTLY CLUB DANCING
A Monster race night fundraiser will be held in Kenny’s Pint Depot Carnew on Saturday, April 11, at 9 p.m. for couples Mollie and Tommy. Amy and Damien. Paula and Daryl.
TINAHELY WALKING CLUB
The following are the walks for the next two weeks for Tinahely Walking club. Sunday, March 22: Ballinaclash – Three Wells. Level B, 16km, five hours. Meet Tinahely 10 a.m. or Ballinaclash 10.30 a.m. March 29: Ballycumber Loop, Level B, 12km, three hours. Meet Tinahely GAA car park 10 a.m.
As usual, please remember to wear proper walking boots, pack full rain gear and bring adequate food and drink. Please check Tinahely Walking Club Facebook page for any changes to the scheduled walks.
Ferns GAA LOTTO DRAW
Numbers drawn on Wednesday, March 11, were 12, 14, 20, 22; no jackpot winner. Lucky dips: Josie Kinch, Emma Quinn, Maureen Dwyer, Brian Sinnott. Next draw on Tuesday, March 24, in Dunbars Ferns. Jackpot €6,900. Tickets can be bought from sellers or local retailers. To play online use the link fernsgaa.com/lotto.html
TOMBRACK BIG CLEAN UP
Bags gloves and picking sticks will be available. The scheduled clean-up for the roads are: Tombrack to Craan Saturday, April 4. Meet at Tombrack Hall at 10 a.m. Tombrack to Strahart – Saturday, April 11. Meet at Tombrack Hall at 10 a.m. Please wear high viz vest. For further information contact Nan at 086 3645631 or Catherine at 053 9366248.
FERNS BFRIENDLY
Are you or do you know an older person living alone in the Ferns or surrounding areas including Camolin, Ballyduff and Clologue? Would you like to receive a free weekly phone call from specially trained and Garda Vetted local volunteers from Ferns Bfriendly.
This service offers friendship and support to older people living in these areas as well as providing security and helping clients feel safer at home. Call 087 1691919, email info@fernsbfriendly.ie.
FIRST RESPONDERS
Ferns Community First Responders need your help. In order to be able to continue to provide a 24/7 service we need volunteers who are prepared to be on call should a request for help be received from the National Ambulance service.
No medical knowledge is required. Volunteers will receive full training in the use of the AED equipment and CPR as well as other relevant First Aid Training.
If you are interested and would like to find out more email to info@fernscfr.com, call 087 2327902 or contact any of the members.