Boherbue
TIDY TOWNS
Although this year’s National Tidy Towns competition has been shelved due to the Covid-19 virus, Boherbue Tidy Towns group have been active planning various projects and are ready to go as soon as they get the white flag.
One of these new projects will be the Bio Diversity/Wild Flower Garden at Vaughan’s Terrace which has recently been approved for a grant of €8,700.
This funding comes under the Leader Programme 2014-2020 and it is hoped to start construction as soon as the present restrictions are lifted.
Local residents too have been very active with the removal of hedge rows on the Knocknagree road which were replaced by a wooden fence.
Also, at the Beeches in Laharn a number of residents painted the front fence from top to bottom – well done indeed.
COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Now that some of the Government’s restrictions are about to be lifted, its now more important that ever to keep the faith and stay safe. Remember the old saying ‘don’t lose the run of yourself’.
WINNERS
Three pupils from Transition Year at the local Comprehensive School have been chosen as one of five winners nationwide in the finals of the Certified Irish Angus Beef competition.
This is a huge honour for them and their teacher Miss Lorraine Heelan.
The three are Amy Walsh, Inchatotan, e Newmarket; Rachel Breen, Knockeenadillane, Kiskeam and David Kenny, Islandbrack, Boherbue and the big prize is five Aberdeen Angus weanlings which will arrive in September and they will be in charge of rearing them for approximately 18 months.
The overall winner will be announced in March. Best of luck – enjoy the experience.
FUNDRAISING WALK
On Monday last over 150 people of various age groups took part in the local GAA Club 5k or 10k walk with proceeds going to Pieta House.
The walkers all did their individual walks in various locations to comply with the Government regulations in connection with the Covid-19 pandemic.
The amount raised was not available at time of going to press.
QUIZ RESULTS
Results of the local GAA Club Online Quiz for last week were as follows.
Friday, May 1: 1, Donal Aherne; 2, Norina Nagle; 3, Liam O’Keeffe; 4, Jack Murphy; 5, Eileen Murphy.
Sunday, May 5: 1, Donal Murphy; 2, Liam O’Keeffe; 3, Jack Murphy; 4, Orla Murphy; 5, Eadaoin Murphy.
CHURCH
The live streaming of daily Mass from the Church of the Immaculate Conception has been a huge success with a recent survey showing that it had been viewed in 53 countries worldwide. It also shows that on average over 800 households tune in which means that especially at weekends approximately 3000 people watch the service.
Regarding the weekly envelopes which parishioners are asking what they should do – you are invited to drop them in the letter box at the Presbytery anby day before 7 p.m.
The Presbytery is monitored by CCTV at all times.
A HELPING HAND
Boherbue GAA Club members and players have made themselves available to help out in any way during this Covid-19 trying time.
Do you want help or know of anyone needing assistance with shopping etc. They are at the ready.
Call any of these numbers as they will organise as best they can to help you where possible.
Social distancing will be adhered to and all necessary guidelines will be followed as directed by the HSE.
Eileen Casey 087 9800102. Theresa Cremin 085 1100479. Andrew O’Connor 087 9609741. Roger Casey 086 8448989. Rena Murphy 087 2312192. Gerry O’Sullivan 087 4662684. Ann O’Sullivan 086 3716172. CJ O’Sullivan 087 6055922. Anne Hegarty Murphy 087 7424831. Tina Dunstan 087 6479031. Margaret O’Connor 087 7797425. Pat Casey 087 2600641.
as it is an arduous two-year course. Denise works at Deasy’s Pharmacy, Macroom.
18TH PILGRIM WALK TO SHRONE CANCELLED.
Just like many other events, the 18th annual Pilgrim Walk to the City at Shrone on the first Sunday of May was cancelled to the disappointment of the regular walkers. Was it the first time in history that the City was silent on May Sunday?
NEW SHOP OPEN
In these strange times for all business, it is unusual to hear of a new shop opening. Jenny Rose and Toby of Toonsbridge Dairy opened their first shop in Dublin on Saurday last, May 2 Big crowds attended the opening in George’s Street. Best wishes Jenny Rose and Toby.
CANDLES FOR CRUMLIN
Some pupils of Coláiste Ghobnatan set up Candles for Crumlin to raise funds for the hospital after a colleague had surgery there. Not only did they raise much needed funds, they also qualified for the national final of the Údarás na Gaeltachta/Junior Achievement Ireland competition. This competition fosters business skills in post primary pupils. The winning team includes local ladies, Avril Ní Chríodáin and Méabh Ní Chonaill. Gach ádh ar na daltaí sa Chraobh.
SYMPATHY
Cill na Martra lost one of its older ladies when Annie Hinchion, Caol Fuinsean died on March 29 In her mid-nineties, the late Annie enjoyed exceptional health, enabling her to be an active parishioner, to drive and even hosted a station in her later years.
Following the premature death of her husband, Tim in 1982, the late Annie steered a steady ship in Caol Fuinsean till Brendan took over. She was an active member of Cór Chill na Martra for many years and was among the leading ladies in the musicals produced by the late Fr Buckley in Cill na Martra in the forties.
Sympathy is extended to her family of five, Patsy, John, Mary, Brendan and Rita, their spouses, Séamus, Clare, Paul, Virginia and Dan, her treasured 10 grandchildren, one great grandchild, nieces and nephews and extended family. Beannacht Dé lena h-anam.
MASS IN ST. COLMANS
Mass can now be viewed from St Colman’s Church, Macroom on Church Services tv.ie at 10.30 a.m. on Sundays and at 10 a.m. on weekdays.
IRELAND REMEMBERS
Families can pay tribute to loved ones who died due to Covid 19. RTE is working with funeral directors around the country to create a website that will allow families to pay tribute to and remember loved ones who have died during the Covid 19 pandemic.
Family and friends will be able to submit a picture of their loved one and a caption with their name and address, which can then be accessed online. It will give society a chance to remember at a time when as a community we haven’t been able to come together. For more info log on to www.rte.ie Ireland remembers
DARKNESS INTO LIGHT
To mark the postponed Darkness onto Light event you are asked to join Ballyvourney for ‘Cupan tae ag breacadh an lae on Saturday May 9 at 4.30am. All funds raised are for Pieta House, a service that urgently needs funds at the moment. To participate all you have to do is–Wake and watch the sunrise over a cup of tea at 4.30am; Wear a yellow t shirt if you have one; Take a picture and tag the Ballyvourney Darkness into Light page on Facebook and Instagram; Donate by following the links one .
MACROOM MASSES AND HEALING CERMONY
To access this service log on to www.churchservices.tv/macroom
TOGETHER 4 CANCER CONCERN
Organisations providing cancer support have joined forces to create a new service aimed at patients trying to navigate life through their illness during the Covid 19 crises.
Cancer patients are used to living with uncertainty from the time they are diagnosed. The emergence of Covid 19 has added another layer of stress as cancer patients know that they may be in a higher risk group if they develop the virus.
Added to this are the effects of isolation and cocooning. Together 4 Cancer can be reached through the Irish Cancer Society’s Nurseline on 1800 200 700.
CLONDROHID DEV GROUP
They wish everyone in the parish good health. Keep safe, hopefully life will be more normal from August. It has come to our attention that dumping rubbish on the side of road is increasing. Please refrain from this dirty habit.
Also a lot of take away boxes have been found. Remember you are one of the lucky ones who can travel to get a take away, the person picking up your leftovers on our country roads is not able, so please refrain and take your rubbish home with you and dispose properly.
CORONA VIRUS
The richest wealth is Wisdom The strongest weapon is Patience, The best security is Faith, The greatest tonic is Laughter, and surprisingly All are Free.