Clonegal/ Kildavin

OPENING OF 1916 GARDEN

A very large group of the community gathered at Riverside, Clonegal, on Saturday, July 23, at midday for the official opening of the 1916 Commemoration Garden.

PJ Kavanagh was MC for the proceedings. The Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council, councillor John Murphy began the ceremony with the raising of the Irish Flag. The guest of honour, Seamus Rafter, nephew of the Enniscorthy 1916 hero Seamus Rafter was invited to unveil the 1916 Proclamation. A lament was then played on the pipes.

Seamus Rafter went to the podium and gave a very interesting talk about his uncle. Amhran na Bhfiann was then played by the piper and a minutes silence was observed in respect of all who gave their lives in 1916 for Irish freedom. John McCabe then stepped forward to read the 1916 Proclamation.

Following the reading of the Proclamation, the young multi-talented Sheppard family entertained the gathering with their songs and music. Everyone was amazed with their ability at such young ages and very much enjoyed their renderings.

Local historian Dan Murphy addressed the gathering with a very interesting account of the history of Clonegal, the river Derry and Clonegal Bridge dating back to the 12th Century, which was full of interesting and amusing anecdotes. The singing of the song ‘Grace’ by Joe Whelan concluded the proceedings. All were invited to Johnny Dunne’s for refreshments.

GAA LOTTO

davin, Rachel Kelly, Johnstown, Jane Hayden, Crowsgrove, Charlie Osborne, Clonegal, Tomás Kavanagh, The Mill, Joanne Cummins, Ballypierce and Conor O’Donnell, all receiving €25 each. Seller’s prize goes to Joanne Cummins receiving €50. Next draw will take place in Ryan’s ‘The Moss House’ Bunclody on Sunday, July 7. New jackpot amount €2,800.

SONG AND STORY

The House of Song and Story takes place every third Monday of the month in St Brigid’s Hall, Clonegal at 8 p.m. The next session will be held on Monday, August 15. All are most welcome.

CELTIC STARS FC

Celtic Stars Ben Mulhall Park Clonegal and now of the Premier League are resuming training for the new season, any player who wants to play with team can contact Tom at 086 8498347.

LOST WALKING STICKS

Last weekend, pair of Black Diamond walking sticks (blue and grey colour) was lost between Myshall and Clonegal. The owner has asked if anyone has come across these to please contact her at 087 9807976. Small reward will be given.

TIDY VILLAGE

Clonegal Tidy Village Association will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, August 17, at 8 p.m. in St Brigid’s Hall, Clonegal.

DEEPEST SYMPATHY

The village of Clonegal, Kildavin and the wider community was saddened to hear the death of Margaret Murphy (née O’Rourke), Kilgraney, Clonegal, also late of Park Muire, Bagenalstown, who passed away on Monday, June 27. Loving wife of Stephen, mother of Brian, Paul and Claire, sadly missed by her brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, brother-in-law, sistersin-law, relatives, neighbours and friends. Funeral Mass took place on Tuesday in St Brigid’s Church, Clonegal, followed by burial afterwards in the New Cemetery. May she rest in peace.

If anyone is registered for Ballindaggin Community Alert but not receiving text please text or phone 087 6017666. Ballindaggin Community Alert was set up four years ago and is a great asset in combating crime in the area.

THE DUFFRY SOCIAL CLUB

Members of the Duffry Social

Congratulations to Alison Doyle, Kiltealy and Scott Yule. Edinborough, Scotland who were married in St Patrick’s Church,

Bingo is on every Tuesday night at 8.30 p.m. in Rathnure hall.