EaskeyDromore West
WEDDING BELLS
Congratulations to Naomi Coggins, Enniscrone and John Queenan, Easkey, who were married in Enniscrone Church on Saturday, December 30. The reception was held in the Ocean Sands Hotel.
DEATH
The sudden death has taken place of Mary Scott née Rafter, Castle Heights, Easkey and formerly of Killanley. She was predeceased by her husband Basil. Her funeral Mass took place in St James Church and burial in Roslea Cemetry. Sympathy is extended to her sister, brothers, nephews, nieces, neighbours, relatives and friends.
COMMUNITY FITNESS
Community Transformation is starting Monday, January 15, in Skreen-Dromard Community centre. Registration from 7.45 p.m. to 8 p.m. or ring Anne Marie at 087 6649635 to book your place. There will be a combination of Circuit Training and Couch to 5k. If you would like to take part call to discuss which program would suit you.
COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
West Sligo Forum Ltd’s new Community Employment scheme is starting on January 22 Applications are being accepted now. To apply contact West Sligo Forum at 096 49818. DSP criteria applies.
ST FARNAN’S GAA
St Farnan’s GAA Club are planning a fundraising event in March. If anyone is interested in taking part in a Blue and White Boxing night please contact a club officer. The club recently held a presentation night in the Beach Bar. Runner-up medals was presented to the minor and intermediate teams by special guest Aidan Rooney. Individual awards were made to James Weir Minor Player of the Year, most committed minor player Simon Mulllarkey, junior player Stephen Feeney, intermediate player Seán Healy and young intermediate player Mark Devaney.
SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to the relatives of Maise Reilly, Kilglass, whose death took place after a short illness. Her funeral Mass took place in Kilglass Church with burial in St Patrick’s Cemetry.
BOSTON TEA PARTY
Coláiste Iascaigh will hold a Boston Tea Party in the Ocean Sands Hotel on January 26. All proceeds going directly to future development works at the school. An auction is also planned on the night, and are currently accepting any items that may attract interest. For more information on how the night works please check out the website colaisteiascaigh.ie.
SYMPATHY
Sympathy is extended to the family of Doreen Conlon née Hegearty, Roscommon and Ballymeeney, Easkey, whose sudden death took place before Christmas.
LOTTO
There was no winner of the jackpot in the Easkey lotto draw on December 22. €25 winners: Michelle Finnerty, Matt Leonard, Mary Burns, Phyliss Dobbyn and Rosalie Mitchell. Promoter’s prize: Micheál Weir. Next jackpot €1,200 and the draw will take place at the bingo in the community centre at 8.30 on Friday night. There was no draw on December 29.
YOUR NEWS
To have notes included email duffyfamilycabra@eircom.net or text 086 8373206. carden on Monday, January 1, to the Church of the Holy Family, Kilglass for Mass at1.pm. Burial took place afterwards in St Patrick’s Cemetery Kilglass. May he rest in peace.
Sympathy is also extended to John Reilly, Kilglass on the death of his wife Maisie in Mayo University Hospital Castlebar. Sympathy also to her sisters, niece’s nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Funeral Mass took place in Kilglass Church on Sunday, December 31, and burial took place after midday Mass to St Patrick’s Cemetery Kilglass. May she rest in peace.
WEDDING BELLS
Congratulations to Naomi Coggins daughter of Michael and Margaret Coggins of Lacknasleva, Enniscrone on her marriage to John Queenan son of Brendan and Bridget Mary Queenan of Castletown, Easkey. The Wedding Ceremony took place in the Church of Our Lady Assumed Into Heaven Enniscrone on Saturday, December 30. The Celebrant was Fr Eddie Rogan and the reception was held in the Ocean Sands Hotel Enniscrone. We wish the young couple, a long and happy life together.
ENNISCRONE-KILGLASS GAA
New Year Greetings – The club extends a very Happy New Year to all of our players, members, supporters and sponsors. May 2018 be a successful year for the club. Thanks to everyone at home and abroad for the remarkable support we received in 2017, particularly during our fundraising efforts for the indoor astro-turf complex which exceeded all expectations.
Married vs Singles – We had a tremendous turnout for our annual Married vs Singles Charity match in Quigabar last Wednesday. In what was a first for the club, the Enniscrone-Kilglass Gaelic for Mothers and Others group played in the curtain-raiser in what was their first outing on the pitch. Afterwards, the Married men took the spoils once again over the Singles team. Thanks to everyone who came out to support. All funds raised will go towards the Moy Search and Rescue, and the Civil Defence.
Underage presentation – Our thanks to Sligo footballer Niall Murphy for attending our underage presentation after our charity match last Wednesday. Congratulations to our 2016 under-13 and under-14 teams, as well as our 2017 under-12s on their achievements.
BLOTTO
The blotto draw had a week break for the New Year, and will return this Saturday, January 6, The jackpot remains at its highest ever figure (€14000). Thanks to everyone who supported the draw in 2017, and to our friends in Kilglass/Enniscrone Utd FC.
WALKING CLUB
A walk will take place on January 13 at Lough Easkey Ramble. Level moderate, terrain track, open mountain length three to four hours.
SAFE PASS
A Safe Pass course will take place at the Diamond Coast Hotel Enniscrone on January 24. Contact Gregory at 087 6347707.
BLOTTO
On Saturday, December 23, there was no winner of the €13,800 jackpot when the blotto draw took place in Gilroy’s Bar. Numbers drawn were 19, 24 and 25. €25 winners were Bridie Tivnan, Daniel Dunne, Martin O’Dowd, David McDonnell, Aoife Sweeney, Padraic Tighe. Ide Kerrigan, Anthony Coleman Woodlands.
The next draw is on Saturday, January 6, with a jackpot of €14,000. Draw will be held in the Pilot Bar, The combined football clubs wish to thank everyone for their support and wish all a Happy and Peaceful New Year.
AGM of Kilglass Community Council takes place on Tuesday, January 9, in Kilglass National School. Time 8 p.m.
STRIDERS
Enniscrone Community Walking Group – Come along to join your friends and neighbours for a leisurely walk suitable for all fitness levels. Meeting at West Sligo Family Resources Centre time: meet at 10.45 a.m. to register.
Starting Wednesday, February 7. Walk from 11 a.m. to midday, followed by a friendly cuppa and a chat at the centre. For more information contact 09637444.