Termonfeckin Duleek
CONTACT ME
“New email address” nicholasduff66@ or contact 087-2486472. Any news or interesting items welcome in this column, births, birthdays, engagements, weddings, sports/ social/special events etc. Please have all information to me by 10pm on Thursday evenings.
CLOSURE OF POST OFFICE?
There is a very strong possibility that Termonfeckin Post Office will close in the next two to two and a half years. A recent reorganisation structural plan agreed between An Post and the Post Masters Union is now leading to concerns over how Post Offices can continue to operate. Other factors are lack of general use of Post Offices, that more business can be conducted online and Government legislation regarding tax rates. To maintain our Post Office, it need to be used more in order to remain viable. This is a most invaluable service in our community and its closure would be devastating.
SCHOOL STARS
The talent in both Parish Schools continues to shine strongly following the recent Quarter Finals of the Schools Stars competition in th TLT, Drogheda.
Three acts from Scoil Naomh Feichin qualified for the Semi-Finals having impressed the judges, they were Saoirse Rae Brannigan, Grace Looney and Jamie Reilly. Following an audience vote, three more acts from Scoil Naomh Feichin qualified for the Semi-Final, congratulations to Joy Chuks, Aoidhri Mc Groddy and Liam Murray.
Meanwhile in another Quarter Final last week, some boys and girls from Sandpit School had the chance to shine. Congratulations to Hannah Murphy and Aaron O’Shaughnessy who qualified through the judges for the Semi-Finals. An audience vote resulted in others going through, congratulations to Kate Carolan, Jasmine Kennedy, Cara O’Rourke, Abbie Kierans, Saoirse Mc Cormack, Moya Corrigan and Aibhe Savage. The very best of luck to all in the Semi-Finals which take place in the TLT on March 6th.
CREDIT UNION
Congratulations to the Scoil Naomh Feichin winners of the Credit Union School Quiz. The Under 11 Winners were Caoimhe Hynes, Cillian Duff, Favour Chuks and Saoirse Branigan. Under 13 Winners were Aisling Crinion, Cathal Mulholland, Liam Murray and Matthew Byrne. The very best of luck to both teams who go on to the next chapter level on March 3rd.
TERMONFECKIN MACRA
New members most welcome as always. If you are interested in learning more about Termonfeckin Macra simply like and contact the Macra Tearmann Feichin facebook page or contact Aoife on 087- 6262197.
ST. FECHIN’S LOTTO
The numbers drawn were 13, 16, 19 and 22. There was no winner of the jackpot. The €100 winners were Maureen and Gerry Hoey. Winners of €20 were Joey Cumiskey, Eileen Feehan, Anita Sands, Karen and Denise and Alan Brodigan. The jackpot is now at €3,600 and is sponsored by Madden’s Centra, Termonfeckin.
SET DANCING
Set Dancing is held on Thursday nights in Sandpit Hall at 8.30pm. Beginners are welcome. This is a great way to keep in shape and learn the art of Set Dancing.
SEAPOINT PITCH & PUTT
Results of the Briscoe Expert Electrical Winter League Week 4 which was an 18 Gross held on the weeknd 8th to 10th February. Senior-1st: Pat Greene 48 (ob9 23), 2nd: Johnny Campbell Snr. 48 (ob6 15). Inter-1st: Declan Murphy 48, 2nd: Kieran McDonnell 51 (ob6 16). Junior-1st: John Kelleher 51, 2nd: Toma Rock 53. Ladies-1st: Noelene Bedford 52 (ob9 24), 2nd: Marlo Everitt 52. Briscoe Expert Electrical Winter League Week 4: 5 points-Team 2: Johnny Campbell Snr., Kieran McDonnell, Colin Campbell and Bridie Hanratty: -5. 3 points-Team 8: Michael Bedford, Anthony Kelly, Noelene Bedford and Marlo Everitt: -4. The competition last weekend, Week 5 was an 18 Nett. Members are reminded that all Membership fees are now due. Anyone who is not paid up fully by March 1st will not be entitled to claim a prize. Please check www. seapointpitchandputt.com for all the latest Seapoint News.
DIVINE MERCY CONFERENCE
A wonderful day of spiritual enlightenment and renewal. The 2019 Divine Mercy Conference takes place in the RDS, Ballsbridge this weekend. A coach will depart on Saturday February 23rd from Our Lady of Lourdes Church at 8.30am sharp (please note time). Coach return costs €15. RDS Conference admission is €30. If you wish to go, you must book with Jimmy Kirwan on 0862557528 before Wednesday February 20th.
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
The contact number for St. Vincent de Paul is 1800 677777. The St. Colmcille Conference of St. Vincent de Paul operates in this area.
MEATH BEFRIENDING SERVICE
Aims to reduce loneliness and isolation within Co. Meath, by a weekly visit from a trained volunteer. For further information or to avail of the service, telephone Meath Volunteer Centre at 0469280790 or e-mail eva@volunteermeath.
COFFEE MORNING AND BRING AND BUY SALE
Run by Duleek Womens Forum for Louth/Meath Down Syndrome will take place on Tuesday 19th February in Duleek Courthouse from 10.30am to 11.30am. Raffle on the day. All welcome.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
There will be a talk on the women of Dandora Slum in Nairobi, Kenya in Sage and Stone on Friday 8th March at 7.30pm . Everyone welcome.
COMMUNITY GRANT SCHEME 2019
Applications are invited from community groups , Tidy Towns / Village committees and other organisations, to assist with projects being undertaken in their local area .Further details and application forms can be obtained from the Community Department, Meath Co. Council, House, Dublin Road, Navan, Co. Meath. C15 Y291 or by e-mail community grants@ meathcoco.ie the closing date for applications is 5.00pm Friday 8th March, 2019.
DULEEK SCHOOLBOYS & GIRLS SOCCER
After an absolute nail-bitter against a very impressive Ardee team, the Dynamoes move on to the North Leinster final.
ROYAL MEATH ACCORDION ORCHESTRA
This years variety concert takes place in St. Peter’s Church of Ireland, Drogheda at 8.00pm on Sunday 2nd March 2019. Admission €10. The RMAO are preparing for the Northern Ireland Open Orchestra competition in Carrickfergus Co.Antrim on Saturday 23rd March 2019.
DULEEK DRUG FREE TOWN & FEEL GOOD PROJECT
Here is a list of mental health talks for teenagers , young adults and parents that will be held in the Courthouse Duleek . All these talks are free and held every Tuesday at 7.30pm. 19th February Chris Dunne “Eat Well, Exercise to feel Well Talk. 26th February SUST Dealing with Substance Abuse. Free Trauma Counselling Service also provided every Tuesday evening. For appointment call 089-4008685. Accredited Counsellor (NAPCP).
MOTHER’S DAY TRIP
Duleek Womens Forum are running a trip to the Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan on Sunday 31st March 2019. Dinner b&b, the Mike Denver Show and return bus. Enquiries to Ann on 9823415.
PANCAKE TUESDAY
Shrove Tuesday falls on 5th March this year . Check out East Meath Hospice Pancake day in City North.
DULEEK AFC LOTTO RESULTS 7/2/2019
Numbers 3-6-21-29 No Winner - 6 x €20 winners. E Kavanagh, L Beggan, A Conway, K Bohan, D Kenny, N McMahon. Next weeks jackpot €8,000
Stamullen IN MEMORY
Sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Una Murtagh, Smithstown, Julianstown, who recently passed away. Following funeral Mass at St. Mary`s Church in Julianstown, Una was laid to rest in Moorechurch Cemetery.
COMMUNITY AGM.
The Julianstown Community Centre Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday February 26th next beginning at 8pm in the Centre. Parishioners are being urged to attend this meeting if at all possible; the Community Centre is a great facility for all to use and for a variety of different reasons, so your presence, suggestions, concerns, etc. would be very much appreciated.
NEW ARRIVAL
Congratulations and best wishes to the parents, guardians and extended family of Lillie-Mae Floyd Matthews who was recently baptised in the parish.
ANAM CARA
Anam Cara, the organisation that supports bereaved parents is holding a bereavement information evening this Wednesday evening, February 20th beginning at 7.20pm in the Mullingar Park Hotel Mullingar. This is an open and free evening, however the organisers would like to be aware of the numbers who may wish to attend in order to facilitate teas, coffee, etc. and they are asking people to let them know if they are hoping to attend. Please respond to info@anamcara.ie or by telephoning their booking/ help line at 085-888 888.
GORMANSTON CROSS
Service works have ended in the vicinity of Gormanston Cross and the delays that some motorist were experiencing have now come to an end. However, what remains in the centre of the said cross, at the end of the Stamullen road, is a deep and dangerous pothole, or crater that needs urgent attention for its repair, particularly as it is right in the centre of this junction with Gormanston village and needs filling in asap!
Julianstown JULIANSTOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE AGM
The Julianstown C.C. AGM will take place on Tuesday, 26th February at 8 pm. Please come along and show your support for your local community centre. Run by the community for the community. Volunteers needed. Use it or Lose it!
LEARN TO JIVE
Jiving Lessons on Monday evenings in the Glenside Hotel, Drogheda. Beginners at 7.30pm, Improvers at 8.45pm. Great exercise and no partner required. For more details, contact Declan on 087 755 7163
JULIANSTOWN TIDY TOWNS
Over the past number of years this voluntary group have transformed Julianstown Village into a very vibrant place to live. We have a beautiful award-winning village garden with seating, orchard, small woodland, pond and flower beds throughout and it is open to all to enjoy. The woods can now be easily accessed and the village is kept very clean throughout the whole year. As you know we are a voluntary group and have limited funds and we would therefore ask our residents in Julianstown to give a helping hand, by either helping with this project or donating funds towards it. If you would like to help with this worthwhile project please contact Niamh on 086 3477283 or Jackie 087 6579884.
PANCAKE MORNING
The East Meath Hospice Association are holding their pancake morning at the City North hotel on Tuesday March 5th from 10 am to 12.30 pm. All the usual stalls will be there. Designer clothes and accessories, home baking, plants and vegetables, bric-abrac, unwanted gifts. There will also be a raffle. Thanks to the management and staff off City North.