Slane
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Contact Sean on 087-6783729 or email swall32@gmail.com if you have an item for this column.
FR PATRICK PEYTON
FR Patrick Peyton who has close links to the Slane area has taken a step closer to becoming a saint after the Vatican recently declared him ‘Venerable.’ Born in Mayo in 1928, he and an older brother sailed to the U.S. to join his elder sisters who had already emigrated. In 1938, while still a seminarian, he fell gravely ill with tuberculosis. Thinking he might die, his older sister brought him Marian novenas and reminded him of the Blessed Mother and the power of the Holy Rosary. He gave himself over to God through the Blessed Virgin Mary. Soon, doctors discovered that the spots in his lungs had disappeared; and in 1941 he and his brother were ordained to the priesthood. He later founded the Family Rosary Crusade and popularized the phrase: ‘The family that prays together stays together.’ He died in 1992.
The Venerable Peyton’s sister Sarah Owens lived in Rathkenny and was a teacher in the local national school from 1951 to 1977. Fr Pat regularly visited her and celebrated Mass in the parish church. His nephews, Ronnie and Fergus Owens are well known in the locality.
CYCLE FOR CAIRDE
DESPITE the icy road conditions on St Stephen’s Day the Cycle 4 Cairde went ahead with 35 hardy cyclist taken to the roads around Slane. The spin proved an enormous success with over €2,000 raised. Local cycling hero Ian Richardson led the group up the Dublin road and took the Balrath Rathfeigh and Kilmoon area. That great cycling fundraiser Benny Grogan who recently received a Ireland Volunteer award officially started the cycle.
The Slane Spinners were out in force and some of the local cyclist who took part included Brian Kelly, Barry Harding, Martin Colfer, Simon Colfer, Pat McConnon, Kevin Carolan, Killian Galligan, Kenny Lenehan, Philip Richardson, Gerry Fogarty, Eithne Carolan, Christine McKenna, Suzanne Duff, Paddy Macken, Bruce Blake, John McKenna, Jim Grimes, Sean Mooney and Fergus Crilly.
At the start of the event there was a minute silence for our good friend Joe Roche who recently passed away. Joe was involved in this cycle over a long number of years. A number of presentations took place in the Village Inn after the event with Navan Road Club member Noel Clarke doing the honours. Cairde member Jimmy Mooney thanked all involved in the spin and all who helped in any way.
Local Cllr Wayne Harding also congratulated everyone that was part of the proceedings. Organiser Larry Clarke also thanked Slane Red Cross, Slane Gardaí, collectors, all who gave donations, support vehicles, The Village Inn, The Soap Co and Newgrange Crystal for their great support.
CE POSITION
A VACANCY exists on the Community Employment scheme for one of the key projects in the area, the restoration of the Slane section of the Boyne Navigation, including both the canal and towpath. This is a very interesting, attractive and important project. Participants also receive additional Department of Social Protection benefits - the additional amount depends on the person’s circumstances. People are requested to consider applying and further details can be had from The Hub in the village, 042 9824000.
DRIVERS WANTED
SLANE Meals-on-Wheels are seeking new drivers to add to their rota for the coming year. Are you available between noon and 1pm, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, approximately four times a year and would like to give of your free time for this worthy cause? If so please contact Sean 087 6783729 for further details.
RATHKENNY AC
RATHKENNY Athletic Club hold their 2018 registration and information evening on Tuesday, January 16th, from 7.30pm to 8.15pm, in Rathkenny Community Centre. All are welcome.
YOGA CLASSES
THE Ananda Centre, Slane have commenced classes in the new year. Mondays - Hatha Yoga for beginners 6pm; Tuesdays - Hatha Yoga mixed ability 9.45am; Thursdays - Restorative Yoga for all 7.30pm. Classes commenced this week and run for six weeks, cost is €70. Contact Brenda 085 1502378.
WEDDING EVENING
TANKARDSTOWN HOUSE host a Wedding Evening this Wednesday, January 10th from 6 - 9pm. Come and view all that Tankardstown estate has to offer for the special day. This event is by invite only, please email weddings@tankardstown.ie to join the guest list.
CATHERINE (DELIA) REILLY, RIP
The sincere sympathy of Broomfield and District Residents Association and the Community of Broomfield and District is extended to the Reilly and extended Reilly Family on the passing of Catherine (Delia) Reilly, Crann Daire Brea, Slane recently. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time for you.
COMMUNITY ALERT
Please make Community Alert a priority in the weeks and months ahead. The Broomfield and District Community Alert, Text Alert mobile number is 086 2193103. Don’t be afraid to make that call! Alternatively, you can call 999 or 112 and ask for the Gardai, or you can call your local Garda Station. Contact Local Gardai as follows:
Slane 041 9824202, Collon 041 9819560, Ardee 041 6871130, Navan 046 9036100, Drogheda 041 9874200.
ACTIVITIES RESUME AT TEACH RAITHNEACH
Walking Group, Sunday 7th January at 12 noon. contact Josie on 086 4458108
Irish Dancing, Tuesday 9th January at 6 pm. Contact Grainne on 086 3707227 or Olive on 086 3502157
Set Dancing, Monday 15th January at 8.30 pm. Contact Gerard on 087 2729154
Craft Club, Tuesday 16th January at 10.30 am. Contact Teresa on 086 3212986
Art Classes, contact Niamh on 086 8554590 for further information.
ACCIDENT ON THE N2
An accident on the N2, a short distance the Slane side of White Cross (Geraghty Concrete), Starinagh last Friday morning at around 9 am was dealt with promptly by the Gardai, Meath Co. Council staff, and the Emergency Services. Road conditions along the N2 were dangerous due to black ice. The road was gritted later on!!!
FREE DIGITAL SKILLS COURSE - LAST CALL!
“A free 5 week Basic Laptop, iPhone, iPad, SmartPhone or Tablet Classes available in all areas. The course will be delivered by Meath Partnership. If you would like to book a place please phone Angela on 046 9280790, or Gerard on 087 2729154. Hopefully there will be enough interested in this course to get it up and running early in the new year, in Teach Raithneach.
TERMONFECKIN SET DANCING WEEKEND
The Termonfeckin Set Dancing Weekend takes place in An Grianan from Friday 26th to Sunday 28th January 2018. The participating Ceili Bands include; local band Triskell, Donnie Nolan and Taylor’s Cross, and The Dartry Ceili Band. An action packed weekend is in store. The ideal preparation for Fleadh Ceoil na hEireann which takes place in Drogheda in August 2018. Cead mile failte chuig An Grianan!
TUS VACANCY
A TUS vacancy exists with Broomfield and District Residents Association. The Work Programme involves Care-taking duties in and around Teach Raithneach, as well as the maintenance and up-keep of a number of amenities throughout the District. If you think you are eligible to participate in this Scheme, then please contact the Secretary on 086 3212986 for more information. Self referral forms are available. These allow you to self-refer to Meath Partnership, the body who have responsibility for implementing the TUS Scheme in this area.
TEACH RAITHNEACH BOOKING
To discuss options or to book Teach Raithneach, contact Alice on 087-9360018
LOTTERY
Broomfield Bonus Ball Lottery Results, Draw Date: 03/01/2018
Bonus Ball Numbers were: 20, 30 and 08. No Jackpot Winner! Next Week’s Jackpot: €2,200. This Weeks €20 Winners: Bernie Hilliard, Tullyallen. Ellen Dillon, Grangegeeth. James Barron, Glassallen. Jamie Reilly, Drogheda. Merisa Mc Hugh, Mellifont.
Promoters: Vincent Fitzsimons, Ellen Dillon, Margaret Barron, Gerard Weldon & Eileen Traynor.
Next Draw Date: 10/01/2018 Thanks for supporting Broomfield Bonus Ball Lottery.
THE GOLDEN GIRLS
The Golden Girls have resumed their activities and meet each Monday morning at 11a.m. in the Parish Hall in Stamullen. New members always welcome.
FREE IT CLASSES
Meath Partnership are offering Free 5-week Basic Laptop, iPhone, iPad, SmartPhone or Tablet Classes in all areas of Meath. If you would like to book a place please phone Angela on 0469280790.
JULIANSTOWN BADMINTON
Badminton takes place each Tuesday evening at 7.45pm new members 18yrs + always welcome. Insurance for the year is a mere €30 and is due now. All standards welcome, why not let badminton be your New Year resolution!