Tullyallen
NEW DEADLINE FOR YOUR NEWS
If you would like to see your news in this part of the newspaper, a celebration, weddings, anniversary, family party, births or anything that might be of interest to the local community, please have no hesitation in contacting. Give me a ring at 087 6366605 or pop me an email at hilary.a.kelly@ But one thing to remember is that the deadline to get your items to me is Friday mornings as the paper will now be in the shelves from Tuesday mornings.
TOWNLEY HALL GOLF CLUB
Winners of the scramble played 23rd September are as follows: 1st: Joe leech, Jim Faulkner, Mary Smith. 2nd: Paul McAuley, Sam Dooley, Ena O’Hare, 3rd: Brenden Tiernan, Robbie Lloyd & Eithne McCole. The Winner of the Gold Medal on 24th September was Pauric Pentony with 21 points.
WELL DONE TO THE EMMETS
There was great celebrations in the parish last weekend when the Glen Emmets were victorious in the Louth Junior Championship Final. All headed to the Grove in Castlebellingham and by all accounts they came up against a very worthy side in Glyde Rangers. It was a close one in the end with Glyde Rangers 0-14 Glen Emmets 1-12. The lads did themselves proud in bringing the Christy Bellew Cup back to Tullyallen and the parish is just bursting with pride.
They now have a new goal in mind with everyone looking forward to Saturday, 7th October when the Emmets will travel to Nowlan Park in Kilkenny where they will take on Conachy Shamrocks in Round 1 of the AIB Leinster Club JFC at 2pm. All support would be gladly appreciated by the lads.
PARISH NEWS
The First Do This in Memory Mass is on Sunday 8th of October at 11am.. Harvest Sunday will take place at Masses the weekend of Sat 28th of October and Sunday 29th of October.
MEN’S SHED
The Men’s Shed Tullyallen meet up every Tuesday and Friday mornings 10am till 1.00pm. This is open to all men in the Parish and surrounding areas. Everyone has something
to offer the Shed they would be delighted to get new members on board. They are currently in process of obtaining a site for their workshop.
SLIMMING WORLD TIMES
Slimming World have two classes each week on Thursdays. The first class is 5pm and the second is 7pm. Why not head on down to the Glen Emmets Clubrooms and get on the right track.
GLEN EMMETS CLUBROOMS
The Glen Emmets have a function room and a meeting room available for meetings or parties. Contact Jack Carolan on (087) 2316722 for details. Get all your Glen Emmets jerseys, half zips, shorts, tracksuits, bags, socks etc in the club shop. Contact Mary McCabe on (086) 0792756 or Marie Russell on (087) 6876870.
THE BRICKX CLUB
Great news for all the lego kids out there. There is a Brickx club in Starinagh, Collon every Thursday from 5 till 6. This is aimed at kids between 4 and 12 who love being creative with their brick building. Why not give Theresa a call on 086 3212986 to for further details.
LOTTO RESULTS
Results for the Glen Emmets Lotto held Tuesday, 26th September 2017. The Grand Prize Draw for €10,000 was held and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 1, 11, 20 & 22. The second draw for €1,800 there was no winner for that draw, the numbers drawn were: 2,3,5 & 24. The Lucky dip winners for €25 are as follows: Julian Loughran, Lillie Cassidy, Ollie McShane & Mick O’Neill. The Main Jackpot will remain at €10,000 until it is won and the second draw is €1,900. So when you purchase your lotto ticket, you will now be entered into two draws every week. Tickets are on sale in Centra Tullyallen or any committee member or now you can play online at https://www.locallotto.ie/ play_newa.asp?ll_id=1329#Anchor between Leo Collins and Dick Walsh. The first half winner was Mary Leonard and the second half winner was Maureen Thornton. Whist drives continue each Monday night in Bennetts.
ARDCATH/CLONALVY PARISH WEEKDAY MASS TIMES
As and from the 5th of September the Tuesday weekday Mass will be in St John the Baptist Church Clonalvy and Wednesday and Friday in St Mary’s Church Ardcath. All at 9.30am. Thank you to everyone on your input to this decision.
TRAD NIGHTS IN BENNETT’S
Bennett’s is the place to be any Thursday night with great live music there for all to enjoy. Musicians and singers are welcome any night to perform. Starting time is 9.30p.m. So, get there early. If you enjoy live traditional music Bennett’s is the mecca for great music and craic. Belated birthday wishes to Kevin Boylan who celebrated his 60th at the trad night last week; Kevin is a character and much loved by all. No doubt he was playing the accordian on the night. welcome.
EAST MEATH ACTIVE RETIREMENT
The East Meath Active Retirement group have resumed their weekly activities each Thursday afternoon in the St Mary’s Church of Ireland Parish rooms at 2.30p.m. New members are always welcome.
OUTREACH PROGRAMMES
The Outreach Programme has resumed at St, Colmcilles GFC Piltown with the following events; Monday: Art 10.30am; Tuesday: Mindfulness 10.00am Wednesday: Ballroom Dancing 2.00pm; Thursday: Fitness & Nutrition 10.00am, Cards 8.00pm-10.00pm Friday: Conversational Irish 10am. Mature Movers 11.00am; Men’s Shed 10.00am. All Programmes are held in the St Colmcilles GFC Clubrooms Piltown Contact: Marian on 086 8125664 for further information. Tuesday and Thursday from 8p.m. until 10p.m. in the St. Patricks GAA centre in Stamullen. New members always very welcome. Why not come along, meet new friends, and see if Bowls is for you. We are a very successful team. For information contact Rose on 01-8412086.
GOLDEN GIRLS
The Golden Girls have resumed their weekly Monday morning meetings in the parish rooms in Stamullen village at 11:00am. New members are always welcome to pop along and check out what they are all about
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY.
An ounce of action is worth a ton of theory.
DREADNOTS NEWS.
Bingo continues every Monday night in the Community Hall, Clogherhead starting at 8.30.p.m.
TOGHER CHAEROBICS.
Carmel’s Chaerobics Exercise Classes “Sit and Get Fit” as broadcast on LMFM has started in Tullydonnell School Hall from Tuesday 26th September 7.30 – 8.30 p.m and every Tuesday for six weeks. Classes are €8 nightly or €40 for six nights. Ladies and Gentlemen are most welcome. For further details contact Carmel on 086 3282748. Looking forward to seeing you all there.
LOCAL COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES.
1) Are you over 21 and in receipt of a Social Welfare Payment? Would you like to train as an Early Year’s Educator, receive a minimum payment of €210.50 attending 19.5 hrs per week? You may also be entitled to free childcare while working on the Project. For further information contact Michael Lynch at Scallywags Crèche, Togher on 041 6852375 or e-mail toghercpg@ yahoo.ie.
2) Are you over 25 and in receipt of a Social Welfare Payment, if so you might be eligible to participate on a Community Employment training project: where you will receive a minimum payment of €210.50 for 19.5 hours per week? You may also be entitled to free childcare while working on the Project. Positions Available: Grounds Keeper Dreadnots GFC, Secretary Clogherhead, Secretary Togher, Environmental workers Clogherhead. For further information contact Michael Lynch, Togher Community Project Group Ltd on 041 6852375 or emailtoghercpg@yahoo.ie.
ST. COLMCILLES PASTORAL AREA SVP.
If you need assistance or help please phone either of the numbers listed below: 086 0390612 / 041 9835914. Your request will be dealt with in a professional and confidential manner.
COMMUNITY HALL, CLOGHERHEAD.
Monday: 8.30.p.m. Bingo: Tuesday: 8.30p.m. Development Group Meeting: Wednesday: 10.30.a.m. Ferrard Day Centre: 5.30pm Miriam McCarthy Irish Dance Class: 8.30.p.m. ICA Meeting: Thursday: 10a.m. to 12 noon Toddler Group. 2.30. p.m. Indoor Bowls. Friday 3 p.m. Danceworx. To book the Hall for any event, please phone Carainn on 087 2767511 after 7 p.m. thank you. There are 3 rooms for rent in the hall and also kitchen facilities and any event can be catered for: Business Meetings and Presentations, Arts & Crafts, Weddings, Christenings, Birthdays, Communions, Confirmations and Funeral Receptions.
ALL WEATHER PITCH
The latest craze is the All Weather Pitch in Clogherhead. It costs only €20 for 1 hour and is perfect for parties. Contact 086 8242024 / 086 8568283 for further details.