Ballyduff
LADIES’ CLUB
The ladies’ club meet on the second Wednesday of every month. The next meeting is October 10 Meeting in Clonee GAA Complex from 8 p.m. Each month they try new things, listen to someone speaking about items of interest or giving demos, try an activity, make something new, go on outings or just come along for refreshments and a chat. New members are most welcome.
COMMUNITY ALERT
The AGM of the Ballyduff Community Alert will be held on Thursday, October 18, at 8 p.m. in the Clonee GAA Complex. Sergeant Brendan Moore – Crime Prevention Officer for Co Wexford has kindly agreed to give a talk on Crime Prevention on the night. With winter fast approaching I am sure this will be a very worthwhile talk with plenty of tips to be highlighted.
It is also renewal night for the Community Text Alert Initiative with money being collected at the AGM the cost will be €10 per phone for people already on the system who are renewing their phones and $20 for people joining for the first time. This initiative has worked very well in our community since 2013 with a notable decrease in criminal activity. We would ask you to come out and give this initiative your support and renew your membership for something that is making a difference in our area. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday the 18th.
DEVELOPMENT GROUP
Work continues in Ballyduff. All help and support is appreciated and we’re always delighted to see new faces. Follow Ballyduff Development Group Facebook page for info on what’s happening or if you want to share ideas.
LOCAL NOTES
If you have anything you would like included in your local notes please contact 087 8274447 before 7 p.m. on Thursday evening. Corey, mother Kathleen, sisters Maureen, Catherine, Mag, Liz, Annmarie and Bridget, brothers Ger and Tommy, uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. His remains were removed from Corsbie’s Funeral Home, Enniscorthy to St Cormac’s Church at 7.15 p.m. on Wednesday the third. And interment in the adjoining cemetery took place after Requiem Mass on Thursday at 11 a.m. Sincere sympathy is extended to all of the bereaved.
SOCCER NEWS
On Saturday, September 30, the men’s ‘A’ team were at home to New Ross Town and shared the points to maintain their unbeaten run since the start of the season. The sides were level 1-1 at the break, our goal coming from Mick Sweeney and no scores were added in the second half, despite both sides having some scorable chances.
GAA LOTTO
20, 22, 24 and 32 were the numbers drawn in the Monageer-Boolavogue GAA lotto on Tuesday night last, October 2. As the jackpot was not won, it has been increased to €5,000 for the draw on next Tuesday night, the 16th. at 9.30 p.m. in the New Clubhouse in Monageer. If you have three of the numbers drawn you could win or share the €160 match-three prize. The tickets, costing only €2 can be had from most local businesses as well as from club members.
CROSSCOUNTRY FUN RIDE
For information on the GAA club’s Crosscountry Fun Ride, please contact Peter Mernagh 085 7303259. The fun takes place on Sunday, October 14, and the first horse will leave the GAA grounds at 9.30 a.m. with the last heading out at 1 p.m. The cost for adults is €25 and €15 for children and all fences are optional. Refreshments will be served and great fun and craic is guaranteed.
MINISTERS OF THE WORD
On Saturday, October 13, Catherine Doran will be reading while Noeleen Hennessy will be assisting at Communion at the 8.30 p.m. Vigil Mass in St Cormac’s church. On Sunday the 14th., at the 11 a.m. Mass, the Minister for the Word is James Breen while Monica Gahan is Minister for the Eucharist.
FR MURPHY CENTRE
Two separate groups visited the Fr Murphy Centre on Thursday, September 27. The Templogue Active Retirement Group visited first, having booked in on the recommendation of a visitor who had been so impressed with the peaceful surrounds earlier in the summer.
The second group, all the way from Castlemagner/Dunhallow in North Cork were travelling with Joe Enright Coach Tours from Newcastlewest and enjoyed their visit immensely.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Murtha Doyle, Glynranny, a former pupil of Boolavogue NS who was presented with his medals for Freshers’ Hurling ‘A’ Championship 2018, the Freshers’ Hurling Division 1 League 2017 and Freshers’ Hurling ‘B’ League 2017 in DCU recently. He was also picked as the ‘Fresher Player of the Year’ by the university hurling club, Dóchas Éireann. shops, sincere thanks to everyone for their support to date.
KILRUSH DRAMA GROUP
Kilrush Drama group present their autumn comedy production the Tailor and Ansty by Eric Cross featuring PJ Arthur and Mary Earle. A short comedy sketch the Stuttering Lovers featuring Maurice Ruth, Kay Cahill, Séamus Burnell and Mairead Kinsella in Ballyroebuck Hall from Tuesday, October 16, to October 20 at 8 p.m. booking is essential by phoning 087 1429325, admission adults €10, students €5.
CARNEW PLOUGHING
Carnew ploughing association will hold their annual ploughing match on Saturday, October 13, at 12.30 p.m. on lands kindly sponsored by Kevin Doran, Coolboy, entries to Kevin at 087 6732437.
TINAHELY WALKING CLUB
Details of Sunday walks for the next two weeks: October 14 – Ballivore/Fraughan, B, 11km, 3.5 hours. Meet at Glenmalure Lodge at 10 a.m. October 21 – Wicklow Gap to Art’s Plaque, A/B+, 14/17k depending on route chosen on the day 4-6 hours. Meet at Lynhams of Laragh at 9.30 a.m.
As usual, please ensure to wear proper walking boots, to bring adequate food and drink and to pack (or wear) rain gear.
SPLIT-THE-POT
Friday, October 5 winner of Ballyellis National School splitthe-pot was Maya and Keily Kavanagh, Drummond – winning €202. We thank everyone for supporting split-the-pot. Envelopes can be obtained from the School or any parent and from Ashling Walsh after weekend Masses in Askamore Church. Draws will take place every Friday morning in Ballyellis School.
KILRUSH DRAMA GROUP
The autumn production ‘The Tailor and Ansty’ by Eric Crosse will be staged in Ballyroebuck Hall from Tuesday, October 16 to Saturday, October 20. Mick Byrne will be directing and PJ Arthur will be playing the role of the Tailor. Kilrush Drama Group welcome Mary Earle back to the Ballyroebuck Stage in the role of the Tailor’s wife.
In addition, a short comedy sketch ‘The Stuttering Lovers’ will be performed by Maurice Ruth, Kay Cahill, Séamus Burnell and Mairead Kinsella. by Calor Gas Agent. Choice of a winter break will be on the agenda. Any queries to Colm at 086 3866582.
TOMBRACK SCHOOL
We would like to thank everyone who gave up their valuable time to help with the bag packing in Dunnes Stores Gorey on Friday and Saturday, September 28, and 29, your generosity and volunteering spirit is greatly appreciated. The total raised between the two days was €1208.28.
We would like to thank Denis Moynihan for building a Bug Motel for our school garden, the pupils enjoy seeing all the insects in their new home.
St Aidan’s Parish annual concert will take place this year on Wednesday, November 14, at 8 p.m. in St Aidan’s church. Doors will open at 7.15 p.m. Concert will be made up by John McNicholl, Olivia Douglas and Theresa and the Stars and promises to be a great night. Tickets are €10 available on the night, through the parish office and from any member of Ferns parish council. Your support greatly appreciated.