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club members at a cost of €1.50. There is also a match-three prize of €300 up for grabs each week and Angela Walsh shared in this prize with the following numbers drawn: 6, 12, 25 and 27. Many thanks for your continued support.
FOREVER FIT
Wexford Hi energy Dancefit Classes in Ballycogley Mondays and Wednesdays at 7.30 p.m and Thursdays at 10 a.m. Plus ‘Forever Active 55s+’ Mondays at 11.30 a.m. A more gentle exercise class to music. Kilmore Forever Active 55+ on Tuesday at 2 p.m. All pay as you go. Join in any time. Call Amanda Burke
SPLIT-THE-POT
The cost associated with running the men’s teams are endless and it is hoped that these draws will help towards funding it. The draw will run for August and September and will take place on the last Friday of each month. Tickets are €10 each and are limited to just 50 tickets per month with the winner each month receiving €250. Tickets available from any of our players or from club secretary Sharon Pettit. Please support and help the lads on their way to the quarter final come September.
BEREAVEMENT
Deepest sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Tom Kehoe, Tenacre, Bridgetown, who sadly passed away during the week and whose remains were laid to rest in the new cemetery, Kilmore. May he rest in peace.
GARDEN PARTY
Tomhaggard Community Development Group had a most enjoyable and successful garden party in Butlerstown Castle on Sunday week last. The sum raised for the social centre was €795.42 so a big thank you to all who attended, all who helped, and all who sent lovely cakes and sandwiches. Special thanks to William Doyle butchers for the generous sponsorship, John Rowe for his help, and of course the Skrine family.
AFTERNOON TEA PARTY AND CRAFT FAIR
It takes place in Tomhaggard social centre on September 3, 2-6. If you’re interested in putting in a stall, cost €10 (hand crafts only) photo/painting €5 contact 087 2840272 (Angela). There’s something for everyone with home baking, afternoon tea, entertainment with Ballycogley Players and others with all proceeds going to Social Centre.
DRAMA
Anyone interested in Youth drama 12+ Course in Tomhaggard social centre contact 087 6812690. Ballycogley Players are finalising selection of their one-act plays for Fringe Festival in October and full-length play for the drama festival circuit.
There will be open auditions held in next two weeks. Details next week or watch Facebook page
TOMHAGGARD SOCIAL CENTRE
Women’s Shed resumes next Monday, August 15, 10-1, new members welcome. Art class continues on Tuesdays 7-9, Scouts and Drama will resume in September. Any group or individual interested in hiring the Social Centre for meetings or classes contact 087 6858480 (Breda). Are you interested in Yoga? An introductory course of kundalini yoga for six weeks starting Sept – Mondays six – 7.30 contact Eleanor 087 2074282.
AFTERNOON TEA IN BALLYCOGLEY HALL
Treat yourself to afternoon tea on Sunday, August 28, in aid of Ballycogley Hall development. Come and join us for tea and a chat. Browse through old photos relating to the hall and see our development plans for the hall. Hope to see you there between 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
DANCING AT THE CROSSROADS
It’s time to rewind ourselves and bring back those fond memories of an all-Ireland weekend, 20 years ago. Let’s get together for an evening of open-air music and craic and big-screen highlights of that memorable game. It is all happening in Killinick village on Saturday, September 3, so get on your Wexford jerseys and we’ll all have some fun. Follow this space.
CELEBRATIONS
On Saturday last Kielys Centra supermarket, Killinick, celebrated 10 years in business with a fantastic fun day which included a barbecue, face painting, a hurling simulator and South East Radio broadcasting live from the venue. We congratulate them and thank them for the valued service it provides in the village.
CHURCH GATE COLLECTION
There will be a church gate collection for the severely intellectually disabled on Saturday and Sunday, September 10 and 11, at Ballymore and Mayglass churches. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
SCOUTS
The new scouting year is almost upon us. Anyone interested in joining the largest youth organisation in the country please contact 087 6858480 for details. There are places for both boys and girls available in Beavers 6-8, Ventures 15-18 with very limited places in Cubs 9-11 and Scouts 12-15. If you’re over 18 and interested in helping out or becoming a leader we also want to hear from you. It’s great fun with plenty of variety for youths and adults alike.
ALL BLACKS AFC
Congratulations to this week’s winner Ann Marie Redmond in our split-the-pot Draw No 32 at the Bargy Bar, Bridgetown. Next week’s draw is in the Coopers Inn, Killinick. Great prize to be won. Many thanks for the hospitality on the night. Thank you to all our selling agents and our draw entrants in your continued support weekly. What a great couple of days at the All Blacks AFC/Swansea City AFC Soccer summer Camp on August 17 and 18. Well done to the 120 participants, the excellent coaches and all the parents who supported the All Blacks AFC host endeavours. We would like to wish all our sponsors a sincere thank you, the entire All Blacks/ Swansea team for the exceptional work done. We look forward to seeing all our camp future stars playing in their respective counties and clubs. Committee meeting All Blacks AFC Monday, September 5, at Casey Park 8 p.m. Any items for agenda please advise club secretary by Monday, September 5, 4 p.m. Wexford Schoolboys County under-13s training scheduled at All Blacks AFC, Casey Park grounds Sunday, August 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Best wishes to all concerned.
ST FINTAN’S
A massive well done to the Minors hurlers who had an epic win in their Roinn 2 County Hurling semi-final last night vs Ballinastreagh Gaels in St Patrick’s Park, Enniscorthy. The lads got off to a slow start allowing the opposition to score two quick fire goals and several points within the first 15 minutes which left them trailing by three points at half time. A blistering start by the opposition in the second half took our lads to a seven point deficit at one stage but with solid hard team work and heart our lads clawed their way back to within two points with 10 minutes remaining. With end to end action, points scored and missed the game drew level with minutes remaining. Some nail biting stuff which looked certain to go to extra time, it was some clever team play right up through the field which resulted in the winning point for the lads of St Fintan’sOur Lady’s Island in the dying minutes of the game. A great game of hurling where no side deserved to lose but thankfully it was the boys in blue who secured their place in a county final. Well done to our under-12 hurlers who defeated Horeswood 2-06 to 2-03 in their semi-final. Well done to all involved. Our under-16 hurlers received a walk over in their quarter final and will now progress to the semi-final.
ST FINTAN’S LADIES
The St Fintan’s ladies’ club wishes to send its sincere sympathys to the club secretary Niamh Kehoe and her family on the sad passing of her father Tom Kehoe. May he rest in peace.
INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL
Tagoat was the venue for St Fintan’s final game in the Ashdown Park/Amber Springs Hotel intermediate football group B. This was a local derby with St Fintan’s taking on Kilmore in less than ideal conditions for football with high winds and a drizzel of rain. St Fintan’s played into the wind in the first half and got off to a good start scoring the first two points alas these were to be the Ballymore/Mayglass men’s only scores in this half and trailed 0-06 to 0-02 when the half time whistle sounded. Supporters of St Fintan’s expected their men to take over in the second half but this was not to be with Kilmore running out deserving winners on a scoreline of 1-08 to 0-05. St Fintan’s will now take on BannowBallymitty in the knockout stages of the championship. Vigil Mass at 8.15 p.m. Mass at 10 a.m.
SPONSORED WALK FOR FEILEACAIN
A sponsored walk in aid of the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland will take place on Sunday, September 4, in Enniscorthy Sports Hub, Ross Road, Enniscorthy. 5km run starts at 10 a.m, 5km walk starts at 11 a.m. Sponsorship cards available from Margaret at 087 6862765 or turn up and donate to this most worthy cause on the day. Your support for this fundraiser would be deeply appreciated.
CROSSABEG-BALLYMURN GAA LOTTO
This week’s lotto numbers were 6, 22, 24 and 27. There was no jackpot winner. Lucky dips: Anne Doyle and Shane Walker. The jackpot is €10,000.
GAA RESULTS
Our Junior B footballers received a walkover from St Joseph’s last week. Our Junior B hurlers beat Clonard on Friday. Playing with a strong wind in the first half, we lead 2-10 to 1-2 at half time. Despite the efforts of Clonard in the second half our lads worked hard against a strong gale and won 4-12 to 3-4. The team was Noel Scallan, Stephen Dempsey, Paul Larrissy, David Scallan, Michael Doyle, Paul Roche, Michael Eviston (0-2), Martin Redmond (0-1), Eoin O’Connor (0-1), Darragh Cummins, Liam Kehoe (1-3, 0-3 frees), Dylan Ring (0-3), Colm Jackman, Emmett Kehoe (01), Luke Redmond (1-1). Subs: Daithi Redmond for D Scallan, James Grannell for P Roche, Kevin Sludds (1-0) for E Kehoe, Glen Murphy (1-0) for C Jackman, Shane Conroy for D Ring, Conor Barlow, Shane Whelan and James Kehoe. Our intermediate hurlers beat Blackwater in the championship on Saturday. While our under-16 hurlers beat Moguegeen Gaels last week and are into the Roinn 2 semi-final.
COUNTY WEXFORD PRO LIFE PILGRIMAGE
County Wexford Pro Life Pilgrimage to Our Lady’s Island will take place on Sunday, September 4, commencing with Mass at 3 p.m. followed by Rosary around the Island. Please join us and pray for protection of unborn babies.
CAMOGIE NEWS
Well done to the under-14 girls who had a great game against Craanford to reach the shield semi-final which will take place Monday, August 22. We wish them the best of luck. Well done to the under-eight girls who took part in a blitz day last weekend and won their final against Oulart.
ANNUAL GARDENING SHOW
An invitation is extended to keen gardeners from all over Wexford to compete in this year’s Gardening Show. The show will be held in the Irish Agricultural Museum (Johnstown Castle) on September 10 and 11 Any flowers, fruit and vegetables can be entered as well as homemade preserves, pot plants and floral arranging. With a special section for children, this is a show that all the family can take part in. For full details contact Mary Ellen at 086 2441935
PIONEER NEWS
The annual pilgrimage to Our Lady’s Island takes place on Sunday, August 28, starting with Mass at 3 p.m.
DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Deepest sympathy is extended to the Campbell family, Kilmallock, on the death of Cindy’s aunt Mrs May Murphy, Castlebridge, and also to the family and friends of the late Dermot Murray, Ballymurn Upper, and to Damien Murphy and family, Ballylucas, on the death of his uncle Mike Murphy, Crossabeg. May they rest in peace
HERITAGE NEWS
THE Oulart Hill committee are having their fourth annual National Heritage Week walk on Saturday, August 27. A 10km guided walk of this historical route which takes around two and a half hours starts at the trading post at the Unyoke on the N741 at 10 a.m. and finish at Tulach at Solas on Oulart Hill where refreshments will be provided.
BOOKS
Ballymurn Hertiage group still have some copies of the Kilmallock Cemetery book and the Ballymurn 1916 book for sale contact any committee member.
HOLIDAY RESORT
Visit our revamped website at rosslareholidayresort.ie and like our Facebook page at Rosslare Holiday Resort. While you are here why not pop into our New two U Charity Boutique – Open Mon – Sat from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Or treat yourself in the Hot Spot Café.
ROSSLARE NEWSLETTER
Advertise your business with us. We print over 800 copies each month, going to our schools and local shops. Not to mention the ever growing list of subscribers who are emailed our newsletter each month. Think smart and get your business in our newsletter NOW – you can’t afford not to. Call 053 9132202 to book your slot. Have you got something happening in your local club? Get your notices into us for September’s edition.
VISIT WEXFORD FREE PASS
Extended by popular demand. The Visit Wexford Pass allows the holder to avail of fantastic discounts and offers at participating tourism attractions all around the county (full list available at visitwexford.ie ). You can print off your card or pick one up in participating locations. Just show your card to avail of these fantastic discounts.
ROSSLARE COMMUNITY AND SPORTS CENTRE
Grass Tennis Courts, only €12 for up to four players [Usually €20] and ‘Two for One’ on entrance fees to the Playground (€2 for two people), Crazy Golf (€3 for two people), Running Track (€5 for two people), and Bowls (€5 for two people). All of these offers are subject to availability on the day. The Hot Spot Café: ‘Two for One’ on Tea (Only €1.80 for tea for two people.) New two U Charity Boutique: 20% off any purchase in store. Go to vistiwexford.ie to print off your free Pass...
CLASSES/GROUPS
Life Drawing Classes – Back Soon Call Paula 089 2112313. Circuit Training – Tuesdays at 9.30 a.m. €5 Felix 085 1165048 Pilates – Back in August Forever Fit – Sat at 10 a.m. Fun dance fitness, suitable for all €8. Call 087 9713339. Tai-Chi – Mon and Wed at 9.30 a.m. on the beach, Friday at 11 a.m. in the centre. St Paul’s Athletics Club – Mon and Wed at 6 p.m. Call Leo at 086 3103417. Menapians Athletics Club Thursday at 7 p.m. Call David at 085 1621700 Rosslare Bowls Club – Call Catherine 086 8177679 Rosslarebowlsclub. com. Men’s Sheds – Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call Jim 087 6815029.
Women’s Sheds – Thursday 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Call Anne – 086 8293833. Rosslare Badminton Club – Meet every Saturday at 11 a.m., new players welcome. €3 Rosslare Tennis Club – Friday at 10 a.m. New players welcome. €2 Kettlebells – Monday at 10.30 a.m. and 7.15 p.m., Wednesday at 7.15 p.m., Friday at 10.30 a.m. €7
WANTED
Old computers/laptops, flat screen monitors only, hard drives, cables, keyboards, mice. working or not. no printers/fax machines please. large Irish and Wexford flags. Donations can be left in Rosslare C and S Centre. Thank You.
WEB EVENT WITH OPRAH AND ECKHART TOLLE
At Rosslare Community and Sports Centre based on best seller and Oprah’s Book Club Selection ‘A New Earth’ by Eckhart Tolle. Begins Tuesday, September 13 – November 29, (except October 25 and November 1 – midterm break) Rosslare Community and Sports Centre 6.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Tea or coffee and Snack provided) €6 per week for 10 Weeks. (p.a.y.g) Queries Call Theresa at 089 9759605 or Rosslare Community and Sports Centre 053 91 32202 Book can be purchased in all good book stores and online sites.
LOLLITOTS AFTERSCHOOL CLUB
Lollitots can take your school going child before and after school, for information please contact 053 9132770.
ST MARY’S GAA LOTTERY
Club lotto: jackpot €2,300 Numbers drawn were 12, 21, 23 and 24. No winner and one match-three winner – Mairead Carr. Next draw Tuesday, August 23.
COUNTY GAA NEWS
Well done to Ben Hayes and Cian Byrne who both represented Wexford last weekend at under-16 and under-14 county football games in Offaly and Wicklow.
LAST WEEK’S GAA RESULTS
Aug 12 – Junior Hurling C’Ship: St Mary’s 2-15 Naomh Eanna 0-10 Scorers: Ultan Quirke 2-2, Robert Butler 0-6, Paul Kinsella 0-5, Ian Kavanagh 0-1 and Tiarnan Rossiter 0-1. August 15 – under-14 hurling: St Mary’s 5-4 Davidstown 5-9 Scorers: Cian