Crossabeg

CONDOLENCES

We extend our condolences to the family of the late Bridget (Bridie) Curran, 27 Westlands, Wexford and formerly of Crory, Crossabeg and Ballyvaldon, Blackwater, who died at Knockeen nursing home on Friday last. In her 91st year, she is survived by her brother Simon and his wife Catherine, nephew Nicky and his wife Mary, extended family and friends. Her remains were removed to Blackwater church on Saturday with Requiem Mass on Sunday morning followed by burial to the adjoining cemetery. R.I.P.

CHRISTMAS FARE

Dont forget that Annis Kehoe’s annual Christmas Fare takes place in Kyle Forge this coming Saturday, December 10. There will be loads of goodies on offer, Christmas cakes and puddings, jams, preserves to name but a few. The Forge will have a festive air to it with the open fire blazing and a nice cuppa and refreshments for all in attendance. A raffle will also take place and there will be lots of attractive prizes on offer. All proceeds from the event are staying local and going to the new community field enterprise at Garrywilliam.

CHRISTMAS PARTY

The annual Christmas party for the senior members in our community will be held in the Ferrycarrig hotel on Sunday next, December 11. Thanks to all who are supporting the raffle. Committee members are still calling on householders in the parish and again your support is much appreciated. The annual Mass for all their intentions will be offered up in Crossabeg church on Saturday evening next, December 10 at 7 p.m.

GAA CLUB NOTES

The local GAA club are holding a Christmas raffle with a first prize of €1000, second prize of firewood, third and fourth of €100 and fifth of a lunch for two in the Riverbank hotel.

Last week’s lotto numbers were 8, 17, 18 and 20. No jackpot or match-three winners. Lucky dips winners were Neville Fanning and Jim Kelly.

Hard luck to the under-21 footballers who lost out to the Shelmaliers in the Premier final played on Sunday last. In a tight game, Crossabeg-Ballymurn led 0-3 to 0-2 at half time having had the better start. Although the second half saw both teams working hard for possession, the Shels were more clinical in front of goal and out 0-8 to 0-4. The local team consisted of Ben Turner, Martin Redmond, Oisin Foley, Conor Gormley, Conor Barlow, David Kehoe, Eoin O’Connor, Paddy Devereux, Pádraig Foley, Conor Maddock, Robert Byrne, Ronan Devereux, Glen Murphy (0-4, four frees) Cormac O’Rourke and Oran Maddock. The subs were Shane Whelan for C. Gormely, Luke Redmond for D. Kehoe. James White, Bill Eviston, Sam Kelly, Evan Kinlough, Lorcan Leacy, Lorcan Cummins, Cathal Devereux, Robert Murphy.

Despite the disappointment, the team have had a good couple of years at under-21, winning Roinn one in 2014, doing the double at Premier level in 2015 and putting up a very good title defence this year. Thanks to the players and mentors for their hard work during the year.

The under-14 double winning team will be presented with their medals on Friday night next, December 9 at 8.30 p.m. in Ballymurn hall. Please give the lads your support and join in their celebrations.

CHURCH NEWS

Thursday next, December 8, is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception and is a holy day of obligation. Mass will be celebrated at 11.15 a.m. and again in the evening at 7 p.m.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The annual general meeting of the local Crossabeg Childcare centre will take place tomorrow evening, Wednesday, December 7, at 8 p.m. in the centre. On the night there will also be a talk from Peadar Maxwell, senior child Psychologist with the HSE in Wexford. He will be discussing relationship friendly strategies for encouraging important title skills in children. The topic will explore child/parent/carer relationships and alternatives to consequences for children with behaviour problems.

MUSIC SCHOOL

Shelmalier/Crossabeg music school Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann classes are held every Tuesday afternoon from 3.15 p.m. to 5.15 p.m. in Crossabeg school. Children can avail of one instrument for €7 or two instruments for €10 and both prices include band lessons. Adult lessons are also available. Check out Facebook at shelmalier music school.

CAMOGIE

Oylegate-Glenbrien camogie club have club jerseys available to purchase in baby, children and adult sizes. For further information and to place an order, contact Margaret O’Connor, Tina Farrell or Christine Martin as soon as possible. Further details on Facebook.

ST KILLIAN’S AC NEWS

The Clonakilty half marathon took place on Sunday last in perfect conditions. This race has gone from strength to strength over the years and is a favourite for those who have competed. St Killian’s AC senior member Niall Sheil made the trip and his efforts were justified when he took the title with a winning margin of nearly seven minutes. It is great to see a St Killian’s athlete winning such a prestigious race.

Closer to home, St Killian’s were also well represented in the Waterford half marathon. Again ideal conditions which resulted in a fast race with great times. This race is another local favourite with over 1700 competitors. Brian O’Shaughnessy has been training hard and putting in the miles and it was great to see him come home in 41st place with a PB Great also to see Jay Kehoe back racing and in good shape and he was rewarded with a sub 90 minute finish.

The focus now turns to the county senior cross country championships in two weeks time and we hope that the club will have a team in action. Niall is defending his title and is in good shape but will have to be in tip top form to keep all his rivals behind him. We wish them all the very best of luck.

JUVENILE ATHLETICS

A reminder to all parents/ guardians and juvenile athletes that indoor training has now been moved to Crossabeg school from Thursday of this week, December 8. Training every Monday and Thursday evening from seven to 8.15 p.m.