Carnew

SPLIT THE POT

The winner of Scoil Aodan Naofa Carnew split-the-pot of November 23 was Tara, Laoise and Aoibhne Doran winning €248, tickets on sale from the school or local shops.

SYMPATHY

Sincere sympathy is extended to the family and relatives of Shem Moore, Tombreane, who died last week, his remains were removed to Carnew on Sunday morning for 11 a.m. Mass, followed by burial in Carnew grave yard. To the family and relatives of Mary Kate Sheils, Garryhasten, who died during the week and was buried on Thursday in Clonegal cemetery. To the family and relatives of Bridie Kinsella, Balllyfad, who died during the week.

GAA LOTTO

Carnew GAA lotto was not won, numbers were 2, 9, 22 and 29, lucky dips were Marion Kinsella. Wayne Austin. Ella Collins, c/o Wally. Lizzie Kennedy, c/o M Hall. The next draw was December 3 in Kennys and the jackpot was €2,800, tickets only €2 from any member or local shops.

COOLBOY HANDBALL CLUB

Congratulations to Coolboy handball club on winning their first ever all-Ireland senior club championship beating Kerry’s Glenbeigh, players are Jerome Willoughby, Michael Gregan. Michael Lennon. Johnny Willough- by and Keith Kavanagh. Well done to all involved.

BABY KNITTING/CROCHET

The collection of blankets and baby knit wear for Crumlin hospital will take place on Monday, December 17, at 3 p.m. in Carnew Community Care. A nurse from the hospital will attend. All, who have contributed in any way are very welcome to come along. Looking forward to seeing you there.

BINGO

The next bingo is on Sunday, December 16, at 2.30 p.m. in St Bridget’s Hall, Carnew, all welcome.

GET WELL

Get well wishes go to Lizzie kennedy, Main Street.

TINAHELY WALKING CLUB

Details of Tinahely Walking Club Sunday walks for the next two weeks.

December 2: Glen of Imaal. Level B, 10km, three hours. Meet Tinahely 10 a.m. or Fenton’s Pub 10.30 a.m.

December 9: Askamore. Level B, 12km, 3.5 hours. Meet Askamore car park 10.30 a.m.

As usual, please remember to wear proper walking boots, pack full rain gear and bring adequate food and drink.

SHILLELAGH COMMUNITY GAMES

Thank You – The Shillelagh Area Community Games Committee wish to thank everyone that supported our recent quiz night held on Friday, November 16. We raised a fantastic €1,120. In particular we wish to thank the following sponsors, who donated raffle prizes, for their continued generosity:

Kerry Foods (Shillelagh), Murphy’s Butchers (Tinahely), Chamber’s (Tinahely), Centra (Tinahely), Manor Farm (Cavan), The Edge Hair Salon (Tinahely), Symes (Tinahely), Unique Hair Salon (Shillelagh), Dee Light Salon (Shillelagh), Winner’s Enclosure (Shillelagh), Milan Take Away (Shillelagh), Olde Shillelagh Stick Makers (Shillelagh), Park View House (Shillelagh), Kenny’s Central House (Shillelagh), Auto Image and Active Cars (Carlow), Walker’s (Shillelagh), Peter and Sandra Houlihan (Shillelagh), Coogan’s Hardware (Tinahely), Murphy’s Hotel (Tinahely), None-so-Hardy Forestry (Shillelagh), O’Connors Pub (Tinahely).

BALLYELLIS SPLIT-THE-POT

Friday, November 23, winner of split-the-pot is Paula Buttle, Donishall – winning €165. We thank everyone for supporting split-the-pot. Envelopes can be obtained from the School or any parent and from Ashling Walsh after weekend Masses in Askamore Church. Draws will take place every Friday morning in Ballyellis School.

URGENT MEETING CARNEW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS.

A meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 5, at 8 p.m. in Carnew Training and Development Centre. Pride in Carnew have amalgamated with Carnew Christmas lights committee and a meeting has been organised to discuss the Christmas lights for Carnew.

As you will all know from last year, the lights are scarce around the town and the volunteers are even scarcer. If you want Carnew looking good for Christmas this year, it is essential that you attend this meeting so we can sort something out before it is too late. Please, we are depending on you to have some Pride in Carnew. Hope to see you there.

COSINESS OF SOUL MID WINTER HALF DAY RETREAT.

Treat yourself to a blissful half day away from it all to recharge from the inside out. Enjoy the much needed Mindfullness, meditation, relaxation and regeneration in a heart warming, soul nourishing environment on Saturday, December 15, from 10 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. in Transformations studio Donishal, cost is €60 including materials and light refreshments, a deposit of €25 before Friday, December 7, to secure your place. Contact Susan Martin 086 8869090 or Facebook Susan Martin – Transformations.