AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Boherbue HANDBALL
Boherbue Handball Club Juvenile players were the recipients of a number of awards at the Cork Count Handball Board Celebration Night in Mallow recently. Both the girls and boys’ teams were rewarded for their victories in the Féile competitions. The girls’ team members were; Edel Murphy, Carmel and Celine Kelleher and Aoidbhe Ducey. The boy’s members were: Shane O’Riordan, David Kenny, Dan Sheehan, Evan Enright and Cathal Ducey, who also won the Munster Colleges first year 40x20 singles title at the weekend. Darragh Ducey received an award for his success in the ‘one wall’ competition. The primary school were also awarded having won the Munster Title. The team members were Tómas O’Connor, Darragh Moynihan and Donal Murphy. Congratulations also to the coaches and the parents who devote so much of their time in the promotion of the game of handball.
LOTTO
The numbers were 21, 22, 26 and 32. Lucky dip €50. Bernie O’Riordan, Islandbrack. €20 each: Marian Daly, West Ends. Timmy O’Keeffe, Derryleigh. Michael O’Shea, Farranfore. Sellers Prize – Corner House Bar.
Parish Hall AGM the Parish Hall Committee AGM takes place this Thursday, February 1, at 8 p.m. New members welcome.
OUTING
The Active Retirement Group next outing is a four-day trip to Wexford departing on Monday, May 14. More details to follow.
SOCIAL
The GAA club annual social takes place on this Saturday night, February 3, at the Killarney Heights Hotel where the victories of Junior ‘A’ footballers 2017 Duhallow Champions will be honoured.
REGISTRATION
Boherbue Juvenile GA.A. club registration night takes place in the clubroom on Tuesday, February 6, from 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. All players under-six to minor must be registered on the night.
MUSICROOM
On this Thursday Night February 1, Michael Cronin will be the presenter at the Music Room in the Pearse Memorial Hall commencing at 8 p.m. You are invited to an evening of varied music to suit all tastes. New members welcome.
CARDS
First: Nora Breen/Joan Moynihan, Frank O’Sullivan/Timmy Joe O’Sullivan. Ladies: Patsy Fitzgerald/Mary Gardiner. Mixed: Pat Murphy/Mary O’Sullivan, Theresa Cashman/Paddy O’Leary, Phyllis Cotter/Paudie O’Keeffe. Gents: Ned O’Mahoney/Matt O’Mahoney, Ted Fitzpatrick/Tim Joe O’Connell, Michael Casey/Seanie O’Callaghan.
Buttevant LOTTERY
Buttevant soccer club promotes a weekly local lottery draw with substantial monetary prizes. The winning or sharing of this monetary prize fund rests on the choice of four lucky numbers to match the three numbers drawn on draw night. The lottery jackpot now stands at €17400 and will continue to rise until it is won. The draw is held on Thursday night at an appointed local public venue. Your support is greatly appreciated.
PANTO
The annual PANTOMIME under the auspices of the Dorada School of Dance takes place over this weekend commencing this February 2nd. 2018 and Saturday February 3rd. 2018 inclusive. This years’ offering is “Robin and his Merries” and is guaranteed to be another cracker of a show topper.
Rehearsals are being held regularly and the final touches are being ironed out to perfection. There is entertainment to suit all age groups and entertainment preferences and will have young and old on the edge of their seats throughout the entire show. Admission tickets at @ €12 per adult and €6- per child can be purchased at the door on the night. There are also family tickets available at €35 for two adults and two children. Your support will be greatly appreciated. The show gets under way in the G.A.A. Hall Buttevant at 7.30p.m.
ACTIVITIES
The usual recreational activities organised by the various groups clubs and organisations for their members continue locally weekly. The venues and forms of activities can be sourced locally and new members are always welcome. Buttevant has always been a give-of-activityfor sport and entertainment and all groups clubs and organisations are always well supported.m
COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Buttevant community council continues to be to the forefront regarding community needs and necessities for the local inhabitants. Even during the seasonal period the community council officers were in regular contact with the relevant authorities regarding what is available to and for for the benefit of the local community and their needs.
The community council is currently involved in the development of a proposed riverside walk along the Awbeg river which flows adjacent to the town. This development is now under threat following the lodging of an objection to the proposed development by just one person. The irony of this objection is that the objector is not even a native of the locality.
The community council is continuously being criticised by the usual “hurlers-on-the-ditch” who would be better getting involved in local community affairs rather than critise those who give of their time voluntarilyand without benefit for the communities betterment.
SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to those who have suffered a bereavement or personal loss recently.
WELL WISHES
Well wishes go to those who are ill at home or in hospital at this time.
BE AWARE
Do be aware to the needs of your living alone housebound or infirm neighbour relative or friend during the prevailing treacherous weather conditions.
Liscarroll ATHLETIC CLUB NOTES
LISCARROLL WINS CORK COUNTY SENIOR LEAGUE - At the Cork County AGM Last Saturday, it was announced that Liscarroll A.C. had won the 2017 County Senior League. This was a great boost for the club and the athletes who participated. The athletes were Anna Kellegher, Vickie Cusack, Niamh Linehan, Jodie Cusack, David Hamilton, Jordan Mason, Finbarr Whelan and Gerrard Leahy. Thanks to them for to the C.I.T. track on 4 nights during the summer. This is a great honour for the club and is in addition to the two cups presented to us earlier, for being the top senior and top junior club in the County Championship.
Also, at the A.G.M. the following club members were elected to positions on the County Board; Secretary: Anne Murray, Juvenile Chairman: Esther Fitzpatrick, Child Officer: Joe Cusack. Congratulations to them.
ALL IRELAND JUNIORS - Two of our athletes Vickie Cusack and Anna Kellegher made the trip to Athlone to compete in the All Ireland Junior Indoor Championships. This is a huge step up from Juvenile level, but both acquitted themselves well. Vickie won bronze in the Shot-Put event with a throw of 9.89 metres, while Anna finished 8th in the 800 metres in a time of 2m. 34.37 secs. This is a fantastic result for both athletes and great experience for them as we look forward to a busy 2018. Their next competition will ne in the Munster Individual Indoor Championship at their own age groups on February 24 and 25 at Nenagh.
REGISTRATIONS - Registration of individuals which includes insurance for 2018 is now overdue for people who are currently training and participating in events under the club banner. The big issue here is that in the event of a serious accident you are not insure if you are not registered. Enquiries can be made at any of the training sessions below or email liscarrolathletics.org
TRAINING TIMES - Mondays: At Liscarroll for Under 9 to under 12, 6:30 to 7:30. Tuesdays: At Charleville for under 13 and older, 6:30 to 7:30. Thursdays: At Liscarroll for Little Athletics, 6:30 to 7:30. Fridays: At Charleville All Athletics 6:30 to 7:30 approx.
MUNSTER INDOORS FOR UNDER 9 TO UNDER 12 - The Munster Juvenile Indoor Championships for children in the above age group will take place at Nenagh Indoor Stadium February 10 and 11.
All children who are currently registered are eligible and entitled to compete in these championships. Parents are requested to confirm if their children will participate or not and the events that they wish to compete in, not later than Friday 2.
MUNSTER CONVENTION - The Munster Athletics Convention will be held at The Horse and Jockey, Co. Tipperary on Saturday next February 3. The club will be represented by four delegates.
CROSS COUNTRY - Isobel Kellegher will travel to Galway on Sunday 11 to that part in All Ireland Cross Country Championships. We wish her well.
Western Duhallow FINAL
Knocknagree Junior footballer’s travel to Croke Park on Saturday where they contest the all-Ireland Final on Sunday. Kanturk Intermediate Hurlers will do like wise and the gaels of Duhallow and Cork extend to them both every good wish in the challenge ahead. See sports pages in this paper for full matches review.
ART CLASSES
Art classes will recommence in Kiskeam Community Centre on Monday, February 5, from 3.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. Details from Sheila at 087 2624572nor Mary at 087 2738051.
GLASH
The run-walk continues in Glash on Monday and Wednesday nights at 7.45 p.m. The fee is €2 per night. New members welcome. Enquires to 087 6569055.
KISKEAM LOTTO
The numbers were 8, 14, 17 and 20. Lucky dip €50: John O’Connor, Scartaglin. €20 each: Seán Angland Kiskeam, Noreen Casey Do, Noel Cronin Clamper. Sellers prize: Patsy Breen.
SOCIAL
The Glenlara GAA Club Social takes place in Glash Community Centre on Saturday week February 10. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m.ly followed by music by Billy O’Brien. Tickets costing €20 each are available from Club Members.
CLASSES
Art classes take place in the Trade Union Hall, Kanturk on Monday, February 5, and Thursday eight from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. It runs for four weeks covering from beginners to advanced. Contact 086 4058295.
PRIESTHOOD
Are you interested in Priesthood in the diocese of Kerry? For information contact Fr Michael Moynihan 087 6551902 or Fr Liam Comer 087 2401246.
KISKEAM CARDS
First: Michael O’Keeffe/Jack O’Keeffe. Ladies: Dina and Eileen, Eileen O’Connor/Kathleen Guiney. Mixed: Tim Joe O’Connell/Tess Hellihy, Ted and Doreen Fitzpatrick. Gents: Toddy and Frank. Spots: Mary O’Keeffe/Matt O’Mahoney, Timmy McAuliffe/ Jack Sheahan.
CULLEN LOTTO
The numbers were 8, 14, 23 and 25. €50: Seán, Luke and Edel Murphy, Lananaugh, Boherbue. €20 each: John O’Connor, Youghal. Damien Bradley, Cullen. Kellehers, Dromiscane, Millstreet. Betty Ryan, Derragh, Cullen. Betty Casey, Rathmore. This weekends jackpot is €7,500 at the Araglen Bar.