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GOLF CLASSIC
The Ballagh Boxing Club will hold a golf classic in Enniscorthy Golf Club on Friday, June 15. All proceeds will go towards equipment for the new premises. For full information please ring 086 6237409 or 086 8435477 or contact any committee member.
REMEMBER 1798.
On May 27, 1798, the Battle of Oulart Hill was fought and won by the rebels led by Fr John Murphy of Boolavogue and this memorable event has long been commemorated. Down through the years various monuments have been erected locally, culminating with the internationally acclaimed Tulach a’ tSolais that was opened on the Hill itself in 1999 to com- memorate the bicentenary of the Rising. Renowned architect, Ronald Tallon and internationally acclaimed sculptor, Michael Warren were responsible for the revolutionary design.
This year, the anniversary of the Battle is being marked by a short guided tour of the area, taking in St Mochua’s Chapel, Mise Éire Monument, The house of stories, Tulach a tSolais and a return to the community centre for refreshments. Special guests on the day will Michael Warren and Michael Tallon, son of the architect.
In St Mochua’s they will unveil the certificate won by Tulach a’tSolais as runner-up for the Triennial Gold Medal of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI), the most coveted prize in Irish architecture. The special guests will also sign Leabhar an Abhalloirt at Tulach a’tSolais. Events will start at S Mochua’s at 2 p.m. and conclude around 4.30 p.m. All are welcome this Sunday, May 27.
‘SPLIT – THE – POT’
It costs just €2 to play and envelopes can be found in all local businesses: Tim’s Chippers, Caroline’s Hairdressing, Bob’s Bar, Lounge, Shop and Takeaway, The Sawdust, Barry Walsh’s Car Servicing, The Unyoke Cafe, The Trading Post, Angelo’s Takeaway, The post office, The School Office and Ballaghkeene Daybreak. Thank you for your support.
ANNUAL PATRON
The patron in the Ballagh will be held, as usual, on the first Sunday of July, commencing at 2 p.m. The Oulart Patron will be held on Sunday, June 24.
NURSERY/TRAINING
Oulart-The Ballagh GAA and camogie club Nursery and Training will continue every Friday, 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. You can still register your child to participate in the age-appropriate fun and games. Parents/guardians/ volunteers are invited to help and get involved. For information contact any of the following Ray Harris 087 1712556 Shane Reddy 087 2584809 or Liz Freeman 087 seven 560871.
LEAGUE CHAMPIONS
Oulart-The Ballagh Senior camogie players and management deserve the height of praise and congratulations for their one goal 15 points to one goal nine points victory over St Martin’s in the Senior League Final in Monamolin, last Monday.
The previous day Una Leacy suffered a catastrophic knee injury while playing for Wexford, rendering her unable to line out and facing the prospect of surgery. The community extends best wishes for a speedy and full recovery to Una and hope to see her return to playing as soon as possible.
FOOTGOLF
Keep Saturday, June 16, free for a Footgolf Fundraiser at Blackwater in aid of Oulart-The Ballagh camogie club and underage hurling. Footgolf is a great Family Fun Day and it is expected that there will be an enthusiastic response to this event. To book your times please contact Patrick Fortune (087 9339950).