Ballymore-Mayglass
SIP ‘N SHOP
On Sunday, May 20, the Mayglass parents’ association will be holding ‘Sip ‘n Shop’ ,an afternoon of shopping and socialising in the community hall Ballycogley. We are looking for donations of accessories (handbags/jewellery) and pre-loved occasion wear for women, men and children. All items must be in excellent condition. If you can also donate any spare hangers this would also be greatly appreciated. Clothes may be left into the school each Friday morning up till Friday, May 11, or alternatively please contact Breda Rowe at 087 7940289 for collection. Many thanks.
LOTTO
The jackpot in the St Fintan’s GAA Club lotto now stands at €10,200 and tickets may be purchased from some club members, local shops and the club grounds in Ballymore on Tuesday evenings from 8 p.m. at €1.50 each. A match-three prize of €200 is also up for grabs each week. The numbers drawn were 1, 13, 15 and 19. Many thanks for your continued support.
CRESTED GEAR
The St Fintan’s GAA Club now has its crested gear bags, shorts and midi socks in stock. A 28 inch bag costs €30, shorts in sizes 28inch, 30inch, 32inch and 34inch are €20 while the midi socks cost €10.For further information please contact Sharon at 086 1787498.
QUIZ NIGHT
A fundraising table quiz will be held in the Farmers Kitchen on Thursday, April 19, at 8 p.m. The proceeds from the night will go to Kilshoran Union. Why not come along to a fun evening and support the cause.
MODEL COUNTY DRAW
The annual GAA Model County Draw tickets are now available. There will be a series of draws over three months April, May and June with a new car up for grabs each month aswell as shopping and holiday vouchers, cash prizes and much more. Tickets are €50 for the three draws or €20 per month. This is one of the clubs main fundraisers for the year and your support is much valued. Without this fundraiser the club would find it very difficult to meet the week to week running costs of maintaining the club grounds and facilities. Ticket sellers will be out over the coming weeks or you can purchase a ticket from many of our club committee members.
PARISH COUNCIL AGM.
As a mark of respect to the Doyle family on the sad death of William, the Ballymore-Mayglass parish council postponed the AGM. (which was set for April 11). The AGM will now be held on Wednesday, April 25, in the Scout Hall, Ballymore at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Sincere sympathy to the Doyle family on their loss.
THE LATE WILLIAM DOYLE R.I.P.
The local community and the greater part of South County Wexford was saddened to learn of the sad passing of one of life’s true gentlemen in William Doyle.
Born in Pettitstown, Ballycogley to parents Gertie and his late father Frank. William is survived by his mother Gertie his wife Jenny, his sons Seán and Rory, sisters Maria and Siobhán and brother Darragh. Together with his father up to his death William ran a very successful butchers business in Bridgetown and Kilmore Quay a business that he was to continue running up to his own sad passing.
William in his leisure hours was to become one of the stalwarts of the St Fintan’s GAA Club a love that was passed to him by his late father Frank. During his early years William would be taken to games at all levels by his father before progressing to play at underage level himself. During his secondary school days in St Peter’s College William was to become one of its teams stars in both codes a talent that served him well with his native club St Fintan’s in both codes at all levels.
His most memorable days as a player with his club were the winning of county titles in 1992 and 1999. He was one of the younger members of the victorious Junior B hurling championship winning team of 1992. Though titles eluded him following the 1999 triumph up to the time of hanging up his boots it still did not deter him from offering his time and knowledge of the game to his club in many other ways.
William was now to take on many roles as selector, mentor and coach and during these days he was to be successful and got great enjoyment from the intermediate football victories of 2012/13. From then on and up to his illness William coached the under-six and under-eight teams and a special day for him was when he took them to Croke Park to play on the hollowed turf.
A great clubman, a gentleman and a great ambassador for our National games, we will all miss the man they called ‘Buster’. As a mark of respect members of the St Fintan’s club carrying the club jersey marched beside the hearse carrying his remains to its final resting place in Mayglass cemetery. May he rest in peace.
BEREAVEMENTS
Deepest sympathy is extended to the family and friends of William Doyle Pettitstown Ballycogley, William sadly died during the past week and his remains were laid to rest in Mayglass cemetery. Deepest sympathy is also extended to the family and friends of Eileen O’Brien Rathronan Bridgetown, who sadly died during the past week and her remains were laid to rest in Kilmore cemetery. May they rest in peace.
ALL BLACKS AFC
The under-14 boys welcomed Fethard to Casey Park in the recent past. They started the game brightly and Tadgh Deegan came close with a right foot shot. Then Phil Tierney had a shot blocked on the line. Then Kyle Rankin shaved the crossbar with a header. Kyle then hit the post. Ben Rossiter had a half chance that came close. It Just looked like it was one of those nights when on the stroke of half-time Fethard hit the front with a well taken goal 0: one.
Early in the Second half Fethard were awarded a free kick for a hand ball a there man made no mistake to put them 2: 0 up. They took a risk at the back for the last 20 minutes as they pushed to try get back into the game and with 10 minutes left Kyle finished from close range 1: two. There winger then scored with a good strike.1: three and there were still time for them to get a fourth and in added time we got a o.g. 2: four the final score.
THERE was perfect conditions for a hotly contested cup game between All Blacks and Oyelgate during the recent past. Cheering on the home side were a strong level of expertise in supporters. Oylegate as expected showed great performance throughout. The deadlock was broken early in the first half with a Mark Doyle attack. The Blacks being fouled in the penalty area, a booking ensued with Adam Devereux finishing well. 1-0 to the home side. The second half as expected Oylegate made key substitutions and saw a number of chances go a begging.
The Blacks keeper Kevin Keeting having a much livelier second half. Steadfast in defense both Adrian Murphy and Mark Byrne in the center kept the Blacks ahead in the aerial battle. Justin Morgan and John McGuire equally standing firm to fast attacking forwards. Shane Goff, Peter Goldsmith, Jason Pettit and Mark Whelan kept the challengers at bay, all putting in a superb performance.
Fresh legs kept the Blacks contesting with Oylegate defense having an egually great period. Jason Petit/Mark Whelan were substituted with Conor Breen, the elusive speedy winger/Pádraigh Rossiter strong in the air being welcomed to create in the middle of the park. Conor giving extra running width on the right wing. Equally assisting Mark Doyle upfront with options to create.
ST FINTAN’S LADIES
The under-12 girls began their division two league campaign recently away to Clonard/Vols. The girls started off slow, trying to find their feet, but unfortunately after the third quarter they where not yet on the scoreboard. They had a few chances which where narrowly wide. Going into fourth quarter all that was asked of the girls was to just go out and work hard to win the last one but they did one better and went on to win the game 4-5 to 4-3. A big well done to all 18 girls involved and a special well done to Rebecca, who pulled of numerous saves in first three quarters.
TALK FOR PARENTS
Andy Hargreaves, HSE Drugs Education Officer will give a talk to parents/guardians of students of Bridgetown College on Tuesday next, April 17, at 7 p.m. in the school – all are welcome to attend.
MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA
A Music Extravaganza takes place at Stafford’s of Tulllicanna on Sunday, May 6, with music from 4 p.m. till late. This is a night not to be missed as there are a number of bands performing on the night with all proceeds from this unique event going to the Hope Cancer Support Centre, Enniscorthy. For more info contact 087 6386236.
Bannow-Ballymitty PARISH JOURNAL
The journal committee are looking for articles, old photos, graduation photos or anything of interest for this year’s Journal. Contact any committee member or leave into Bannow PO
SPLIT-THE-POT
This week’s split-the-pot winner was Joan Moran Balloughton winning €628 Congratulations.
MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA
A Music Extravaganza takes place at Stafford’s of Tulllicanna on Sunday, May 6, with music from 4 p.m. till late. This is a night not to be missed as there are a number of bands performing on the night with all proceeds from this unique event going to the Hope Cancer Support Centre, Enniscorthy. For more info contact 087 6386236.
DIARY DATES
Killag Show – The Bannow and Rathangan Show will take place at Killag on Thursday, July 12.
Music Festival – The Tullicannna Music Festival will be held at Stafford’s of Tullicanna on Sunday, July 15.
PARISH CLEAN UP
The roads are littered with rubbish and we need to get as much of it as we can before the Grass and weeds start growing and covering it up. Bags available gloves etc from Nicola in PO. If people would take an area near them and organise to do a section of road and let us know that would be great. More help less work.
DANCING
Dancing continues in Tír na nÓg every Thursday night with music this Thursday, April 19, by Tom Murphy and April 26 Catherine and the Images. All welcome refreshments served.
SAD PASSINGS
This week we lost two people from the area and we would like to extend sympathy to the Colfer family, Blackhall on the death of Mick Colfer, aged 96. Mick was the beloved husband of the late Teasy and father of Mark, Margaret, Kathleen and Michael. Sadly missed by his loving family, relatives and friends. He reposed at his son Marks residence (Blackhall) with removal on Tuesday, April 10, to the Church of Mary Immaculate and St Joseph Carrig-on-Bannow for funeral Mass at 11 a.m., with burial afterwards in Bannow cemetery. May he rest in peace.
Deepest sympathy also to Larry Fanning on the sad passing of his wife Claire (née Daly). Claire was in her 87th year and will be missed by her loving family, relatives and friends. She reposed at her residence on Monday, April 9, with removal on Tuesday, April 10, to the Church of Mary Immaculate and St Joseph Carrig-on-Bannow for funeral Mass at 2.30 p.m., with burial afterwards in Kilcaven cemetery. May she rest in peace.
GAA CLUB NOTES
Lotto draw this Tuesday evening with a jackpot of €4,300. Tickets can be purchased from Wallace’s SuperValu, Costcutter s, Tír na nÓg, Tom Moran Car Sales, Staffords Tullacanna, Murphy’s Pub Carrig, Seabreeze Dry Cleaners, Doyle’s Pub Carrig, Carrig post office and from any Club Officer down in the complex.
The First round of Intermediate Football Championship took place last week with a draw to secure a point on the table against Rosslare. Thanks to Loftus Hall, our Main Sponsors, for the new set of Jerseys that the squad delightfully played in. This week’s game results are up on the Facebook page with the juniors game against Horeswood on Friday last starting the weekend off.
This weekend is Hurling Championship check the paper for time and venue. Best of luck John O’Leary and co.
Well done to Adi, who came third in the Talent competition with her version of the Tina Turner hit Proud Mary. And also to Leona, who sang beautifully, with her song choice the girl I used to be.
Keep up to date with underage/ Ladies and Men s games on our Facebook page and Twitter account.
Anyone with articles/pictures for the Parish Journal 2018 please get them in asap. Contact Joeanne at 086 3022840 for more information. Deadline will be Saturday, April 30. Thank you.
Deepest condolences to the Family’s of Mick Colfer and Claire Fanning on their recent loss.
BRIDGE RESULTS
Results w/e April 3 to April 1 Pat and Mary Campbell, second Ann O’Hanlon and Oona Dwyer, third Maura Reinhardt and Maria Devereux.
Results w/e April 10 to April 1 Patsy Farrell and Mick Harpur, second Róisín Kelly and Claire O’Connor, third Joan Hayes and Mary Byrne, fourth Carmel Kehoe and Betty Sexton.
REMINDER – president’s Party on May 1 in Carrig Hall at 6 p.m. Seeded Draw directed by Maurice Brosnan on Tuesday, April 24, at 7.30 p.m.
BALLYMITTY SCHOOL
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Our second class pupils are busy preparing for their First Confessions, which will take place on Wednesday, April 18, at 7.30 p.m. in St Peter’s Church, Ballymitty. We wish them all well.
GRANTSTOWN NEWS
Upcoming Events in Grantstown Community Village – Tuesday the 17th: Greg Walsh Talk/ Cards in the morning and Pongo in the afternoon. Wednesday the 18th: Pongo/Reiki in the morning and Quiz/DVD in the afternoon. Thursday the 19th: Pongo in the morning and Cards/Yoga with Julie in the afternoon. Monday the 23rd: Exercise with Mairead/ Cards/Games in the morning and Pongo in the afternoon.
A big thank you to everyone who attended the coffee morning for Parkinson’s Wexford in the Daycare Centre on Wednesday Morning last. Also a big thank you to the staff who baked the delicious confectionery and served the tea, coffee and cakes. Thanks to your support and generosity we raised €614 for this worthy cause.
SLADE SWIMMING CLUB
Join us for our first official swim of the year this Sunday, April 22, 10.30 a.m. in Slade. Membership and club information will be available from 9 a.m. at the Hook Sub Aqua Club. Light refreshments will also be served here afterwards. Fethard and Dunmore Lifeboats along with the Coast Guard and Kayakers will be on hand. For more info email sladeswimmingclub@gmail.com.
TALK FOR PARENTS
Andy Hargreaves, HSE Drugs Education Officer will give a talk to parents/guardians of students of Bridgetown College on Tuesday, April 17, at 7 p.m. in the school – all are welcome to attend.