ClonegalKildavin
PRIDE OF PLACE AWARD
Clonegal village, representing County Carlow, was honoured at the annual IPB Pride of Place awards held in Cork City Hall on Saturday, November 17. The village picked up a special award for the commitment shown by local people to keeping its fascinating history alive.
The judges said: ‘The involvement of all, young and not so young, which was very obvious on judging day when the entire village turned out to showcase their particular inputs and to celebrate a proud heritage and a model village.’ Those nominated joined with 800 community heroes from across the country at the awards, which is operates in association with peace building charity Co-operation Ireland.
The Pride of Place awards, described as the ‘Oscars of the Community Sector’, celebrates the often unsung work of community groups that selflessly work to make local neighbourhoods a better place to live in, work in or visit. Organised by Co-operation Ireland and sponsored by IPB Insurance, the Pride of Place awards sees the country’s local authorities, on both sides of the border, nominate outstanding projects that contribute to civic pride.
Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council Cllr Brian O’Donoghue expressed his delight for Clonegal’s win stating, ‘It was well deserved as we are all aware in County Carlow and beyond that Clonegal is a community that treasures its heritage and works hard to preserve it.’.
Peter Sheridan Chief Executive of Co-operation Ireland said: ‘Pride of Place deserves its position as one of the most prestigious community awards on the island of Ireland and Co-operation Ireland is delighted that it continues to go from strength to strength. ‘From Donegal through Northern Ireland and in counties all the way to Cork, communities have been reaping the rewards of the hard work carried out by the community groups who make Pride of Place what it is.’.
Congratulations to Everyone on the Clonegal Pride of Place Planning Committee and the community of Clonegal.
CLONEGAL PARISH SALE
Clonegal Parish Sale will be held on Friday, December 30, at 7 p.m. in St Brigit’s Community Hall, Clonegal. There will be the usual stalls, raffle and tea.
DEEPEST SYMPATHY
The village of Kildavin and the wider community was saddened to hear of the death on Sunday, October 28, of Joe Joe Roberts, beloved husband of the late Kathy and loving father of Helen, Gretta and Catherine, brother of Kitty, Johnny and the late Matty, Maurice, Gretta and Peter. Sadly missed by his daughters, sister, brothers, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, sons-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposed at his home with removal to St Lazerian’s Church, Kildavin for funeral Mass, burial afterwards in the New Cemetery. May he rest in peace.
The village of Kildavin was saddened to hear the death of Sarah Stacey, Ballyshancarragh, Kildavin, who passed away on Tuesday, November 20, in her 99th year. Sadly missed by her nieces, large extended family, neighbours and friends. Reposed at Lennon’s Funeral Home, Bunclody on Thursday, removal to St Paul’s Church, Kildavin. Funeral service on Friday with burial afterwards in the adjoining churchyard. May she rest in peace.