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DEATH
Deepest sympathy to the Walsh family, Graigue Hill on the death of Alice last Thursday, January 30. Alice is survived by her sisters Maudie, Kitty, Hannah and the late Chrissy, brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews, family and friends. She reposed at home on Thursday and Friday with removal on Saturday to church of Mary Immaculate and St Joseph Carrig-on-Bannow for funeral Mass at 11 a.m. with burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace.
GAA CLUB NEWS
This week’s lotto draw takes place this Tuesday evening with a jackpot of €14,000 to be won. Tickets are Two euro each and can be purchased from Doyle’s Carrig, Seabreeze Dry Cleaners, Wallace’s Hardware, Costcutters, Tír na nÓg, Staffords Tullycanna and from any Club Officer over in the complex.
Bannow-Ballymitty, Kilmore and the Volunteers Award one Gaelic Football Course starts March 4 and will continue for 11th, 18th, 21st and March 25. Venues to be confirmed depending on numbers. Anyone interested please Lar Whelan 087 6683924 as soon as possible.
BALLYMITTY HALL
SUNDAY CAFE – no Cafe in January. Next Sunday Cafe is Sunday, February 23 – we will be serving pancakes on the morning. Looking forward to seeing you all after the year end break.
BALLYMITTY HALL AGM – TUESDAY 4TH FEBRUARY at 8 p.m. in Ballymitty Hall.
Update on the progress of the planned new hall will be provided on night. All welcome, PLEASE come out and show your support.
BALLYMITTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN – a meeting will take place in Ballymitty Hall on TUESDAY 18th FEBRUARY at 8 p.m. All from the locality are encouraged to attend to have an input into a development plan for the area.
YOGA CLASS – Ballymitty Hall every Thursday night at 7 p.m. Beginners welcome. Contact Ger at 087 0640081.
TAE KWON DO CLASSES – Ballymitty Hall every Wednesday and Friday evening. Contact John Phillip’s at 086 3893382.
SOCIAL DANCING
Social dancing continues in Tír na nÓg every Thursday night with music this Thursday, February 6, Hogan and Kenny. All proceeds in aid of the handball new build.
GRANTSTOWN NEWS
Upcoming Events in Grantstown Community Village – Tuesday, February 4: Talk by Dan Redmond/Exercise in the morning and Pongo in the afternoon. Wednesday, February 5: Pongo in the morning and Arts/Crafts in the afternoon. Bingo at 8 p.m. Thursday, February 6: Games/Cards in the morning and Pongo in the afternoon. You can find out all about Grantstown on our website: grantstowncommunityvillage.ie.
Services Available in Grantstown Daycare Centre – Tuesday, February 4: Chiropody from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hairdressing from 10.30 a.m. Wednesday, February 5: Counselling from 12.30 p.m. Thursday, February 6: Chiropody from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hairdressing from 10.30 a.m. Phone 051 561016 to make your appointment for these services.
JOIN A CE SCHEME
If you are in receipt of a social welfare payment, Tús or have been unemployed for one year or more, then you may be eligible for a CE Scheme. While on the scheme you will be able to avail of all the training you need to enable you to find work in the future. Phone us at 051 561016 and take the first step back to full-time employment.
HEALTHY LIVING
You are invited to attend a series of ‘Healthy Living’ talks in Grantstown Daycare Centre on the following dates.
Tuesday, February 4, at 7.30 p.m. Healthy Living Through Movement.
Tuesday, February 11, at 7.30 p.m. Practical Tips on Managing Diabetes.
Tuesday, February 18, at 7.30 p.m. Bladder Health For Women.
Tuesday, February 25, at 7.30 p.m. Introduction To Mindfulness (to be confirmed)
These free talks will be delivered by guest speakers. Places do not need to be booked in advance, just show up on the night. If you require further information, please phone Annie at 051 561016. These talks are sponsored by the WWETB).
FITNESS CLASSES
Karen Holmes will be starting fitness classes Monday nights 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. These classes are fully tailored to individual needs and are suitable for all ages and fitness levels. These are beginner friendly classes in a fun atmosphere. For further information or to book your place please contact Karen at 083 1100338.
CHIROPODIST
The Chiropodist will be in Grantstown Daycare Centre on Tuesday and Thursday, February 4, and six, from 9.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Phone 051 561016 to book your appointment.
WEEKLY BINGO
Bingo in Grantstown Daycare Centre every Wednesday Night at 8 p.m. Raffle and split-the-pot. Tea or coffee and Cakes Served.
HORTICULTURE CLASSES
Grantstown Horticulture Classes will be starting back soon and are free to everyone to join. For more details phone reception at 051 561016 or email info@grantstownpriory.com.
CORACH RAMBLERS
The Men’s A side lost 2-1 to Adamstown despite some great play. Jon Reville was on target.
The B side went down 3-2 to Bridge Rovers with Mark Hayes and Conor Neville both scoring.
The ladies received a walkover which places them back on top of the league.
On Saturday the under-14 boys had a great 9-0 win v Shamrock Rovers. David McDonagh grabbed four goals, Emmet Ralph and Calum Kirin both scored two each and Kyle Cleary was also on target.
Finally well done to Ann North, who won this week’s split-thepot. Thanks to all our supporters and the host businesses.
SAD PASSING
The parishes of Bannow and Rathangan were deeply sorry to say goodbye to John Sammy Sinnott, who sadly passed away last Saturday, January 25, in his 91st year. Sammy was a popular publican in Duncormick for the past 60 years and will be missed by all. He was a great character who had a smile and a good story for everyone. His remains were removed from Ryan’s funeral parlour on Sunday evening to church of the Assumption Rathangan with funeral Mass on Monday at 11 a.m. with burial afterwards in adjoining cemetery. A large crowd attended his funeral and he will be sadly missed by his family, relatives, friend Ann and his many customers and wide circle of friends. Rest in peace Sammy.
DEATH
Deepest sympathy to Michael O’Dwyer and family Ballygow on the death of his sister Mary Cooney in Tipperary last Thursday, January 30.
Funeral Mass was on Saturday at 2 p.m. in St Michael’s Church, Tipperary with burial afterwards in St Michael’s Cemetery. May she rest in peace.