AROUND THE DISTRICTS
Termonfeckin CONTACT ME
Any news or interesting items welcome in this column, births, birthdays, engagements, weddings, sports/social/special events etc. Contact 087-2486472 or nicholasaduff@eircom.net New deadline-Please have all information to me by 10pm on Thursday evenings.
“FECKIN HOUSE” RAFFLE
The most talked about “Feckin Raffle” continues to make headlines. Just in case you haven’t heard, No. 57 Castlepark, Termonfeckin, a 4 bedroom House worth over €280,000 could be yours, that is if you buy a ticket which costs €100.
The total prize fund is worth €300,000 as there are nine other fabulous prizes to be won. 2nd: Cruise worth €2000. 3rd: A Bathroom makeover to the value of €1,000 sponsored by Wogan Building Centre. 4th: A four ball on the internationally renowned Baltray Links, prize includes a meal and wine for 4 people, sponsored by County Louth Golf Club and Michael Devine Catering. 5th: 55’’ LED TV sponsored by Michael Briscoe Electrix Expert. 6th: Night in the wonderful city of Barcelona sponsored by Arrow Tours. 7th: €1,000 voucher for Malone’s Garage. 8th: One year family membership for Integral Fitness and Leisure. 9th: A complementary pass for 2 people for one year to Earth Night Club, Drogheda. 10th: Overnight stay and dinner for two, In House Dublin, on Leeson Street. There is a limit of 8,000 tickets for this raffle and even though it is just over two weeks since the raffle was officially launched, ticket sales are flying and at this stage, over 4,500 have been sold already.
All money raised goes towards the new Community Centre which is intended to cater for the social, recreational and sporting needs of the community.
MACRA NA FEIRME
The Termonfeckin Macra AGM will take place on May 9th in Sandpit Hall at 9pm. The Club is also organizing a day out to Dublin on Saturday May 26th. If you are interested in finding out more about Termonfeckin Macra, like our Facebook page Tearmann Feichin Macra, come along to the AGM or contact Nigel on 0877189965.
ST. FECHINS LOTTO
The numbers drawn were 8, 12, 18 and 24. There was no jackpot winner. The €100 winner was Nailer. Winners of €20 were Tom Sweeney, Karen Mulroy, Maurice & Gina Keane, Gerard Weldon and William Levins. The jackpot is worth €2,800 and is sponsored by Madden’s Centra, Termonfeckin.
GOLF CLASSIC
Golfing enthusiasts can still book in for the Parish Golf Classic which takes place on Friday June 1st at Seapoint Golf Links. A team of 4 costs €240 which also includes a meal. For bookings, contact Aidan at 086-2612052 or Eleanor at 086-4532178.
FIRST COMMUNION
Our best wishes and prayers for all the children in Scoil Naomh Feichin who will receive the Sacrament of First Holy Communion this Saturday May 12th in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at 11am. Let the day be a very enjoyable one for all of them. The celebrant for the ceremony will be Fr. Barry Mathews.
FR. DUFFY AND FR. JOHN
We welcome back Fr. John Akain to our Parish this weekend. Fr. John, a native of Cameroon and currently studying in Maynooth was with us recently and was certainly impressed with the welcome he received. Fr. John will celebrate all the Masses this weekend and no doubt he will receive the same very warm welcome. May we also remember Fr. Stephen Duffy in our prayers this weekend as he will be away celebrating his 70th birthday and also 43 years of Priestly Ministry. Congratulations and best wishes Fr. Duffy.
ROSARY
As May is the Month of the Rosary, there will be praying of the Rosary at the various Grottos in the Parish. This Thursday May 10th, the Rosary will be prayed at the Grotto in the grounds of Scoil Mhuire gan Smal at 7.30pm.
CREDIT UNION
Termonfeckin Credit Union needs your help! Volunteers are always welcome. If you can spare some time, please get in touch with the office on 041-9822095
WEEKLY SET DANCING
Set Dancing is on Thursday nights in Sandpit Hall at 8.30pm. All are welcome.
SEAPOINT PITCH & PUTT
Seapoint Pitch and Putt Club are proud hosts of the Irish Life PPUI International Open to be held on August 25th -26th . Check out our Website and Facebook page for information about our club.
SEAPOINT GOLF CLUB
Open Singles continue each Tuesday. Some upcoming events: Every Wednesday-Mens 9 Hole competition. Thursday May 10th -Open 3 Person Team Competition. Sunday May 27th -Open 2 Person Team Competition. Ladies Beginner Golf Lessons will also be held: contact 086-2575387.
ADORATION
Eucharistic Adoration takes place on Monday evenings from 7-8pm in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Why not come and spend some quiet time in the presence of the Lord.
BALSANTER
Contact 086- 2747474 to report any suspicious activity. If you would like to join up to BALSANTER, application forms are available in Maddens Centra, Mc Grane’s XL and both Parish Churches.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL
Please contact the FreePhone number 1800-677777 if you require the services of the local Conference of St.Vincent de Paul or wish to offer support. All calls are treated in strictest confidence.
Donore/ Rosnaree
CONTACT ME
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ST MARY’S GFC BLOTTO RESULTS
April 30th, 2018. 10, 15, 22, 24 No Jackpot winner
Consolation prizes Niall Curran, Violet Tracy Doherty, Dessie Lynch, Next week’s jackpot €2330
The club Blotto can now be bought ON-LINE to support the annual running costs of the club. This is a great opportunity for family and friends and in particular to the Diaspora na nGael. See www.stmarysgfc.ie for more info.
ST MARYS GFC TRAINING
U8’s U10’s training is back every Saturday, at 11am, for Boys &Girls.
U8’s born 2010/11 & U10’s born 2008/9 are all welcome
Nursery and U6’s starts 7th April
U12 boys and girls, born 2006/2007 training Wednesday evenings 6:30 to 7: 30.pm Bring your Gum shield and water please.
U13’s are training Thursday evening, in St. Mary’s Donore, at 6pm.Don’t forget your Gumshield.
DONORE NATIONAL SCHOOL
Congratulations to all the children in the School Choir who came first in the junior Primary Choir competition. Thanks to MsO’Rielly, Ms Clarke and MS Smith for their dedication.
The Children will “Wear red For Hannah” on Friday the 11th of May
First communion on 12th May 2018
DONORE NATIONAL SCHOOL DEFIBRILLATOR
Donore National School are still looking for your support with your Blue tokens if you happen to be shopping in Tesco this week, every School and Sports facility should have a defibrillator, here’s your chance to help Donore National School get theirs,
PARISH DRAW
Donore Rosnaree Parish Development Group 10 Week Draw Results Sunday week 7
IST PRIZE €100 Deirdre Whyte 2ND PRIZE € 50 Stephen Kinsella 3RD PRIZE € 50 Mairead Gogan 4th PRIZE € 25 Tara McKane
Broomfield CONTACT ME
Contact Gerard on 087/2729154 or E-mail: starinaghgerard1@.com if you have an item for this Column.
CHILDREN’S GARDEN
The Children’s Garden at Teach Raithneach will be up and running for a new gardening season shortly. Children and their Parents are invited to participate in this worthwhile ‘Grow Your Own Project’. Please contact Teresa on 087 9375550 for information
BROOMFIELD & DISTRICT WALKING GROUP
Broomfield and District Residents Association Walking Group have resumed their Tuesday evening walks 7 - 8 pm and will continue until September 2018. These are flat road, and off-road walks by lakes, rivers, and woodland. Male and female walkers of all walking abilities welcome to participate. Sunday walks continue all year round, 12 noon- 1 pm.
Also on Saturday 12th May, there is a 1 hour walk around Trim Castle, and lunch afterwards at Rachel’s Cafe, Trim. Meeting at Teach Raithneach Starinagh at 10 am. For further information on Walking Activities, please contact Josie on 086/4458108
SET DANCING CLASSES & SUMMER CEILIS
Set Dancing Classes take place every Monday evening in Teach Raithneach from 8.30 to 10.30 pm. The ideal preparation for this years Fleadh Ceoil na h-Eireann in Drogheda. You don’t need a partner to participate. Everyone welcome. Light refreshments served. Contact Gerard on 087 2729154 for further information. A number of Summer Set dance Ceilis will take place over the Summer months. Hosted by the Sandpit and Teach Raithneach Set Dancers, the first Ceili is in Teach Raithneach on Thursday 31st May, starting at 9.00 pm. Termonfeckin Ceili Band, Triskell will provide the music.
MEATH LOCAL SPORTS PARTNERSHIP (MLSP)
MLSP have many physical and sports activities on offer. For information log on to www. meathsports.ie or contact 046 9067337.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION NETWORK
The is a considerable amount of useful information to be found on the Meath PPN website, www. meathppn.ie or contact 046 9097001.
BROOMFIELD BONUS BALL LOTTERY RESULTS
Draw Date: 02/05/2018 Bonus Ball Numbers were: 12, 33 and 15.
No Jackpot Winner! Next Week’s Jackpot: €3,050.
This Weeks €20 Winners: Bridie Doggett, Kellystown. Oisin Weldon, Old Rectory, Collon. Aimee Kealy, Broomfield. Noel Traynor, Starinagh. Peter Murphy, Papal Drive, Collon.
Promoters: Breege Drew, Gerard Weldon, Vincent Fitzsimons & Alice Gallagher. Next Draw Date: 09/05/2018 Thanks for supporting Broomfield Bonus Ball Lottery.
Bellewstown CONTACT ME
Any news or items of interest contact Iris @0864033557 or emailirismaryg@gmail.com
BLOTTO
Blotto Draw Wed.2nd May The numbers drawn were 0517-26-27-28. No winner. The €10 winners were Declan Brannigan: Pat McCullen: Triona & Jay: Peter Reilly: Angela Reilly: Bill Martin. Jackpot next Wednesday is €2,000. Reserve Jackpot €1,000.
IPHONE/IPAD COURSE
Do you have an IPhone or IPad and not sure how to use it? Help is at hand, there is a free five-day Basic Mobile Device Class commencing in Duleek Library on Wednesday 16th May from 10:30 am to 12:30. Please contact Angela at Meath Partnership on 046 9280790 or ring Duleek Library on 041 9880709.
BELLEWSTOWN P & P
Our club will host the Meath County Board Scratch Cup this Sunday 13th May. We look forward to welcoming a big crowd for this event. The club will only be open for competitors on Sunday.
We wish the best of luck to Peter Reilly who has been selected for the International trials. A great honour for Peter and our club, we hope he does well. Also, good luck to our members in the qualifying rounds of the National Matchplay this week. The Tuesday evening competitions are back; starting 6.30p.m. Competitions also take place on Sunday mornings at 10a.m.
BELLEWSTOWN GOLF CLUB
28.04.18; Singles Stableford; 1st Vincent Shanagher 39pts, 2nd Brian Creighton 36pts
29.04.18; Mens Monthly Medal; 1st Shane Donnelly Nett 73, 2nd Gerard McLoughlin Nett 73 and best gross
29.04.18; Ladies Monthly Medal; 1st Mary Kennedy 83 nett, 2nd Grace McCullen 86nett. Membership available for 2018 from €24
Ardcath/ Clonalvy WHIST DRIVES
Top score last week was won by Peggy O’Brien. Top gent was Dick Walsh. Top lady was Patricia Collins. The first half winner was Martina Murray. The second half winner was Pat McGovern. Whist drives continues each Monday night in Bennetts at 8.30p.m. All welcome.
ARDCATH MACRA
The club are always very welcoming to any new members; please don’t hesitate and just come along and join in the fun follow us on Facebook @ Ardcath Macra.
RATHFEIGH P & P
Congratulations to Kevin Carolan on winning the Joe Tobin Cup this week, also to runner up Matt Murray and 3rd Colm Lynch. Good luck to Joan Caffrey & Errol Carry in the finals of the Leinster Mixed Foursomes to be played at the Ringcommons course.
Collon
CONTACT ME
Contact Mary Fitzsimons at 0861081448 or emailmary. fitzy66@gmail.com
MATTOCK BLOTTO
Draw results from 24th April. Jackpot not won. THREE Match 3 winners, Martin Brennan, George Carolan and Dennis Bray. Results for 1st May no Jackpot winner but three Match 3 winners again, Regan Englishby, John Moonan and Liam Flynn. The Jackpot now stands at €7, 900.