Buttevant
HOSPICE
Buttevant guild of the Irish Countrywomens’ Association is holding a “coffee morning” in “Horgans’ Bar”Main Street Buttevant on this Friday September 21 from 10.00a.m. The event is being held in aid of “Marymount Hospice” Cork and is always well supported. Many people from the Buttevant area have benefited through the years from the services of this excellent palitive care facility. Your support of this event will be greatly appreciated.
COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Buttevant Community Council has resumed their activities following the Summer recess. This group of voluntary membersare constantly working for the bettermentof Buttevant and its’ residents. Though the members may not be visible on the ground they are working away tirelessly in the background sourcing out the requirementsgrants and all other available resources that are available to make Buttevant a great place to live work where possible and rear a family in.
The community council is currently on a fact-finding mission and is anxious to get the views and ideas of all residents clubs and business associations and owners which would and could impact on the future development of Buttevant and environs and its’ residents. All the relevant government and political associations are always very accommodating when it concerns the development of facilities for the Buttevant area and have never been found wanting in that regard. Cork County Council I.R.D. Duhallow and Avondhu Blackwater Partnership have also been forthcoming both in administration and financial areas in accommodating Buttevant Community Council with its’ community projects.
Now is the time for all interested residents companies associations and businesses to become involved in the future of your town. Be proud of the place you have chosen as your home and your future for you and your family. Buttevant is regularly admired envied and acclaimed by all who visit and spend some time here and Buttevant is rich in history and tradition and and is spoken of in all corners of the globe.
BADMINTON
Buttevant Badminton Club has re-commenced its’ weekly training sessions and is welcoming new and interested members. Club sessions are held twice weekly on Tuesday and Thursday evenings in the local G.A.A. hall commencing at 08.30p.m. Why not give this active sport a try with a club that is constantly winning tournaments and trophies on a regular basis.
PARKING
Parking is still causing major problems on the Station Road Buttevant with the indiscriminent parking by parents and guardians of pupils attending the local Colaiste Mhuire secondary school in that area. There is a continuous build-up of traffic at morning and evening times as parents park “willy nilly” and dangerously adjacent to the school. The parking of vehicles is also affecting businesses in the industrial park close to the school as parents show no respect towards the businesses operating in the business park.
Buttevant Community Council is constantly lobbying Cork County Council and the relevant exucational authority with little success. Each organisation involved is passing the responsibility back-and-forth to each other with. Owning being done to aleviate the dangerous situation on what is an extremely busy roadway. It is now time for both the school authority and the County Council and the Colaiste Management come together to work out an immediate and amicable solution to the situation. The current debacle is an accident waiting to happen which could have serious and fatal consequences.
EXAM RESULTS
The junior certificate examination results for 2018 were released to anxious pupils a week or so ago with outstanding results. One of the pupils who sat the junior certificate exam. achieved outstanding grades and was on of the highest achievers in the country. Pupils and teachers and parents alike had been waiting in anticipation for these results to be made known so as students who sat the exams could relax and continue with their studies. Well done to all pupils teachersand indeed anxious parents and hoping you were all satisfied with your results. Best of luck whether you continue with your studies or partake in someor-other academic career. Congratulations to all concerned.
AUTUMN
With the return of the local students to their relevant studies there is an autumnal feeling in the air. The evenings are drawing in and darkness is beginning to fall earlier in the evenings. No decision has yet been made with regard to the non return to winter time. We were blessed this year with a very good summer season and the experts have said that we may in the future have more of the same but not the greatest of winters. Do be mindful of the increase in traffic as pupils are transported to-and-from schools.
LOTTERY
Buttevant Soccer Club promotes a weekly local lottery draw to help finance the clubs’ expenses and activities. The winning or sharing of the substantial monetary jackpot rests on the choice of four lucky numbers to match the four lucky numbers drawn on draw night. The lottery jackpot now stands at €20000- and will continue to rise until won by some lucky entrant. The draw takes place weekly on Thursday night at an appointed local public venue.. Your support is greatly appreciated.
DORADA DANCE SCHOOL
Dorada school of dance continues to be a major player in the entertainment scene of Buttevant with their weekly classes continuing to nurture dance drama and entertainment in general in all the pupils attending. The weekly classes are held in the Muintir na Tire Hall Buttevant on Saturdays and have resumed following the summer recess since Saturday September 15th. 2018 at the usual appointed times for the different grades. All information can be had by contacting Theresa on -087-2324143-.
BINGO
The weekly bingo session continues in Buttevant on Monday night in the local G.A.A. Hall with numerous monetary prizes to be won. There is a substantial bingo jackpot to be won as well as an in-house lottery and an extra sheet game. There is also 50/50- draw for attendees. The bingo jackpot is now approaching €6000- and will continue to be raised if not won until some lucky player strikes gold. The games get under at 08.30p.m.
SVP HELPLINE
Buttevant Saint Vincent de Paul association has a dedicated helpline for those in the community who may need assistance to provide for themselves or their families. Please contact -0860209477 in strictest confidence.
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. November 25, Mountcollins December 2 and Dromtariffe December 30.
KISKEAM LOTTO
The numbers were 8 – 12 – 17 – 21. Lucky dip: €50: Thomas Casey, Kiskeam. €20 each: Jerry O’Mahony, Meetefluigh; Eileen Lane, Dromscarra; Neily Lehane, Kiskeam. Seller’s prize – Josie Casey.
KISKEAM CARDS
First: Patrick Murphy/Mick Aherne. Gents: Donie O’Keeffe/Pat Fitzgerald; Donie O’Halloran/Johnny O’Connell. Ladies: Dora Stack/ Maureen Murphy. Mixed: Gertie Casey/Tim Joe O’Connell. Spots: Maureen Vaughan/Eileen Twomey; Eileen Ankettell/Mick O’Keeffe.
TUREENCAHILL
A culture night in association with Kerry County Council Arts Office and Creative Ireland Kerry takes place in the community centre on this Friday, September 21, at 7.30 p.m. It includes a great selection of music, dancing, storytelling and much, much more. Admission is free with light refreshments served.
CULLEN
The winter Card Drive at Cullen Community Centre commences on Wednesday next, September 26, at 9 p.m.
KNOCKNAGREE
A historical tour of Knocknagree village detailing the history of all the houses in past times takes place at 6.30 p.m. on this Friday, September 21, as part of the cultural night.
MISSION
A Parish Mission will take place in Rathmore, Shrone, Gneeveguilla and Knocknagree from October 20 to October 27.
CULLEN LOTTO
The numbers were 2 – 10 – 17 – 30. Lucky dip €50: Pat O’Keeffe c/o Araglen Bar. €20 each: Catriona and Tim Ring, Cullen; Moira O’Flynn, Banteer. John and Sheila Fitzpatrick, Knocknagree; Denny O’Connell, Cullen; Con Houlihan, Duarigle. This Saturdays jackpot is €10,800 at the Araglen Bar.