Buttevant

EXHIBITION

An exhibition has been organised, to coincide, with the anniversary, of World War One, which is being commemorated world-wide. The exhibition will take place, on November 11th., 2018, and will have a lot of material, connected with this tragic, and never to be forgotten war, for military enthusiasts. The exhibition will take place, in the Muintir na Tire Hall, Buttevant, and will take place between the hours of 10.00a.m., and 04.00p.m., inclusive. A great deal of research, and collection, of artefacts, has gone into to the organising, of this event, and a good attendance, is anticipated.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

This group, of voluntary members,are constantly working for the betterment of 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 requirements,grants, 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. Now is the time, for all interested parties 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.

CHRISTMAS MARKET

Buttevant Community Council is, this year, planning on organising, a “Christmas Market”, within the environs, of the town.

It is hoped to have numerous stalls, whose owners will display their wares, and invite the public to come, and view, their goods, and perhaps, purchase some exhibits, which may serve as welcome Christmas presents.

There will also be entertainment, on the street, at various points, to suit all tastes, and age groups. A meeting will be arranged, in the near future, and will be made public,,as soon as the date is finalised.

PIETA HOUSE

The organising committee, and the participants, of the Mick O’Regan Memorial Motorcycle Run,recently, presented, a cheque, the proceeds of the 2018event, to the representatives, of the Pieta House Organisation.

This event is always well supported, and raises a great deal of finance, for this worthy organisation.

This year the run accumulated the enormous amount of €30,019-, which will provide much needed, and valuable funding, toward this valuable service.

The memorial run is celebrating, six years in existence, and over this period of time has raised the sizeable financial sum of over €100,000.

Congratulations, and well done, to all concerned.

PARKING

Parking is still causing major problems, on the Station Road, Buttevant, with the indiscriminate parking in that area. There is a continuous build-up of traffic at morning and evening times, as people 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 people show no respect towards the businesses operating in the business park.

It is now time for the relevant parties to come together, to work out an immediate, and amicable, solution to the situation. Many elected councillors and TD have indicated their willingness to help resolve the situation, but none, as yet, have made any advances to those concerned to resolve the situation.

The current debacle is an accident waiting to happen, which may, eventually, have serious consequences.

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 €20,000-, 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

orada 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, 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 a 50/50- draw for attendees. The jackpot, now stands, at €2200. The games get underway at 08.30p.m.

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

Is extended, to those who have suffered a bereavement, or personal loss, recently.

WELL WISHES

Go to those who are ill, at home or in hospital, , at this time.