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ASKAMORE NOTES EMAIL CONTACT

Email notes for the paper to maryberniedoran@gmail.com

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Congratulations to the First Holy Communion class of Ballyellis National School on receiving their First Holy Communion on Saturday 27th April in Askamore Church.

BALLYELLIS NS SPLIT THE POT

Winner of Split the Pot on Friday 26th April was Mairead Dee, Knocknamota winning €140. Split the Pot envelopes can be had from any parent in the school or by calling into the school. Many thanks to everyone for your support. It is much appreciated.

KILRUSH DRAMA GROUP

Congratulations and well done to Kilrush Drama Group on winning the All Ireland final in Mountmellick on Saturday night, to Niall McGrath for best director and the best stage management, brilliant performances well done to all involved.

KILRUSH DRAMA GROUP PRESENT ‘MATCHMAKERS’ Kilrush Drama Group will once again be performing the popular one act play ‘Matchmakers’ by Seamus O’Brien in The Bowling Hall, Carnew Community Care on Wednesday 1st May at 7pm. The play is directed by Amanda O’Keeffe and features Willy Murphy, Eileen McCabe, Fergus Garrett, Mary Doran, Clodagh Kenny and Luke Burke.

ASKAMORE COMMUNITY COUNCIL

The following courses will be starting in Askamore Hall: Sewing Class, Willow Weaving, 7pm -9pm DIY for Ladies, Flower Arranging, Creative Writing, 9.30am-11.30am. Class dates Monday May 13th, 20th, 27th and June 10th and 17th. Enquiries to Eilish on 085 2156848.

Bowls every Tuesday night in Askamore Hall Y25F6D8 at 8pm. Everyone welcome. Contact Margaret on 087 7628839

Join Askamore Gym Enquiries to Colm on 0857334076

Pilates with Finch every Wednesday morning at 9am

Velocity Dance for children from 4 to 12 years old. Every Monday in Askamore Hall after school. Call Lisa on 086-3674305

ASKAMORE JOURNAL 4

The reprinted version of Askamore Journal 4 is now available–very limited amount of copies–contact Davy to buy–086 0820146 Cost is print price of €35.

Askamore Journals 5 and 6 will be launched on June 2nd next.

KILRUSH ASKAMORE GAA LOTTO

There was no winner for last week’s lotto jackpot. The numbers were: 1.17.29.30. Lucky dip winners were: James Lancaster; Maurice O’Connor; Paddy Nolan, Drummond; Ger Bolger. Seller’s Prize: Codd’s Kilrush. Jackpot is now €10,500. The next draw will take place on Tuesday 7th May at 10pm in Kilrush/Askamore GAA Grounds, Ballyroebuck. Tickets can be purchased from any club member, in Jim Byrne’s, Codd’s Kilrush and Coleman’s Tombrack. Members of the public are always welcome to attend the GAA draws.

DARKNESS INTO LIGHT

Join the Carnew Darkness Into Light Committee in supporting Pieta House, a beacon of hope for suicide prevention and mental health awareness for our official walk together from Carnew Fire Station at 4.15am on 11th May.

Don’t miss out on being part of the most important sunrise of the year especially as its Carnews first year of being an official Darkness Into Light venue! Get your tickets now–https://www.darknessintolight.ie

BALLYCANEW BALLYCANEW TIDY TOWNS

Many thanks to both the CE Scheme lads and our many volunteers that have helped paint,weed,mow and sweep over the last few weeks.

Colour is coming! Summer is coming and the Tidy Towns Judges are too..

If you can give a hand for 1 hour per week, please get in touch. Without your help and support BallycanewTidy Towns will not exist.

The Tidy Towns committee have kindly organised a Return Scheme bin to help reduce waste in the village and encourage the pupils to think more sustainably. You can now recycle any plastic bottles or cans with the RETURN logo in our new recycling bins , these bins are located in the school grounds. We will collect and return the cans and bottles, and the pupils will decide how to use the refund money they collect!

SPLIT THE POT

Congratulations to winner of Split the Pot on April 2, Laura Moran - prize was €120. Thanks to everyone for your continued support.

ST PATRICK’S GAA LOTTO

There was no winner of the jackpot on Monday April 22; winning numbers were 5, 6, 10, 28. This week’s Jackpot €3,200. No Jackpot Winner. Two Match 3 Winners: Congrats Mossey & Enya, Mossey & Conor, you each win €75. Next Draw Monday April 29. Next week’s Jackpot €3,350

WHIST DRIVE

Whist drive every Friday night 8.00pm sharp in Ballycanew Parish hall. All welcome

PILATES CLASSES

Pilates classes are back, Ballycanew Resource centre Thurday 7pm. Contact Annemaire on 0868791849

ENROLMENT 2024 LITTLE DUCKLINGS PLAYSCHOOL

Little Ducklings Preschool is now taking enrolments for September 2024. If you have a child ready for preschool, why not drop in some morning for a tour of the setting and see what we are all about. Alternatively give me a ring and we can arrange a time that suits you if mornings don’t suit.

Looking forward to meeting new little ducks. Call Andrea on 0879437166.

DOG WALKERS

If your out walking your dog, please clean up after it. Its an offence if you don’t clean up after your dog.

LOCAL NOTES

There is a change of date for submitting any items for the local notes. If you have anything that you would like to be included in the local notes then please contact Ann on 087-7433684 or email annkehoe@yahoo.ie

CARNEW GOLF CLASSIC

Colaiste Bhride Carnew are holding their annual golf classic on Friday 14th June in Coollattin golf club, team of 4 is €240 including meal, to book phone 0874168831.

KILRUSH DRAMA GROUP

Congratulations and well done to Kilrush Drama Group on winning the All Ireland final in Mountmellick on Saturday night, to Niall McGrath for best director and the best stage management, brilliant performances well done to all involved.

KILRUSH DRAMA GROUP PRESENT ‘MATCHMAKERS’ Kilrush Drama Group will once again be performing the popular one act play ‘Matchmakers’ by Seamus O’Brien in The Bowling Hall, Carnew Community Care on Wednesday 1st May at 7pm. The play is directed by Amanda O’Keeffe and features Willy Murphy, Eileen McCabe, Fergus Garrett, Mary Doran, Clodagh Kenny and Luke Burke.

GAA CLUB QUIZ NIGHT

Carnew Emmetts GAA club are holding a table quiz on this Friday 3rd May in Kenny’s The Corner House Carnew, at 9 pm table of 4 €40, all welcome.

GET FIT FOR SUMMER

Metcon fitness Askamore are running an 8 week program to get fit for summer, if you are interested in taking part or to book a place contact Colm on 0857334076.

SPLIT THE POT

The lucky winner of our split the pot draw for Scoil Aodan Naofa Carnew was George Oliver, who won was €217. Congratulations. Our sellers prize winners were Jenna Collins, Grace Birchall, Lucy Kennedy and Leona Myers. Our next draw takes place next Thursday 2nd May. Many thanks for your continued support.

COLÁISTE BHRÍDE SPLIT THE POT

Congratulations to this week’s winner of our Split the Pot draw, Irene Ui Chonaill, Killacloran, Aughrim. Well done also to Florie Bower who won the seller’s prize.

BALLYELLIS NS SPLIT THE POT

Winner of Split the Pot on Friday 26th April was Mairead Dee, Knocknamota winning €140. Split the Pot envelopes can be had from any parent in the school or by calling into the school. Many thanks to everyone for your support. It is much appreciated.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Congratulations to the First Holy Communion class of Ballyellis National School on receiving their First Holy Communion on Saturday 27th April in Askamore Church.

ASKAMORE HALL

The following courses will be starting in Askamore Hall: Sewing Class, Willow Weaving, 7pm -9pm DIY for Ladies, Flower Arranging, Creative Writing, 9.30am-11.30am. Class dates Monday May 13th, 20th, 27th and June 10th and 17th. Enquiries to Eilish on 085 2156848.

Bowls every Tuesday night in Askamore Hall Y25F6D8 at 8pm. Everyone welcome. Contact Margaret on 087 7628839

Join Askamore Gym Enquiries to Colm on 0857334076

Pilates with Finch every Wednesday morning at 9am

Velocity Dance for children from 4 to 12 years old. Every Monday in Askamore Hall after school. Call Lisa on 086-3674305.

ASKAMORE JOURNAL 4

The reprinted version of Askamore Journal 4 is now available– very limited amount of copies – contact Davy at 086 0820146 to buy. Cost is print price of €35.

Askamore Journals 5 and 6 will be launched on 2nd June.

DARKNESS INTO LIGHT

Join the Carnew Darkness Into Light Committee in supporting Pieta House, a beacon of hope for suicide prevention and mental health awareness for our official walk together from Carnew Fire Station at 4.15am on 11th May.

Don’t miss out on being part of the most important sunrise of the year especially as its Carnews first year of being an official Darkness Into Light venue! Get your tickets now–https://www.darknessintolight.ie

CARNEW EMMETS - SHOP

Carnew Emmets Executive Committee are looking for expressions of interest to operate a small shop in our newly allocated area. This area will be ideal for tea/coffee & snacks.

Please email your expression of interest 10th April to Niamh our club secretary email address which is secretary.carnew.wicklow@gaa.ie

DATES FOR THE DIARY

First Holy Communion - Carnew: Sunday 12th May 11am. Coolfancy: Sunday 19th May 10am. Shillelagh: 25th May 11am.

Confirmation - Carnew: Friday 17th May 11am. Coolfancy: Friday 24th May 11am.

Patrons - Carnew: Sunday 21st July 1.15pm, Tomacork 2pm. Coolfancy: Sunday 4th August 2pm. Shillelagh: 11th August 2pm.

SCÓR

Congratulations and well done to all who took part in Scór Sinsir last week and well done to all the winners representing their clubs in the All Ireland final in Killarney on Saturday 11th May and especially Carnew in the novelty act for the third year in a row, good luck to all.

TINAHELY CRAFT MARKET

The Tinahely Craft market is situated in the middle of the village opposite the butchers shop. We have an amazing array of locally made crafts - using locally sourced materials as much as possible.

The crafts include embroidered cards, junk journals & tallow creams, beaded jewellery, artworks, up & recycled textiles, candles and fab woodwork.

Our opening hours are Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 10am to 4pm.

Unfortunately this Thursday Friday 2nd and 3rd May we will be closed.

Please come along and support your local crafters.

COOLGREANY KILNENOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The Kilnenor Historical Society held their AGM in the May Byrne House on Tuesday 23rd April.

The Chairman Pat Cullen gave his report for the past year, which was followed by a very comprehensive report from the Secretary Elizabeth McCarthy Byrne who detailed all the work of the past year. The treasurer’s report was read by Dan Kennedy, with all reports adopted.

The election of officers followed, with Martin Stephens being elected Chairman, Elizabeth McCarthy Byrne re-elected Secretary and Dan Kennedy re-elected Treasurer. Work is taking place at present with the identification of graves in the graveyard.

COOLGREANY ROAD

Coolgreany Road Action Committee are holding a public meeting in the May Byrne House on Monday 13th May at 8pm. Everyone is welcome.

CONCERT

Matt & Josie Minikus perform in concert on Thursday 2nd May in St Mogue’s Hall Inch at 7.30pm. Folky Mellow Christian lyrics, Free entry

GOLDEN CIRCLE

Our next trip is to Boom on 30th May, get your own tickets. Bus leaves Tesco at 9am, Tickets €20, contact Gertie at 0834042746.

MAY BYRNE HOUSE AGM

The AGM of the May Byrne Trust House will be held in the House on Monday 20th May at 7.30pm, everyone welcome.

TIDY TOWNS

The 2km clean-up is ongoing, the Tidy Towns committee are asking residents to come out and help, your help would be greatly appreciated, Gloves and bags are available from Maureen or Marie.

HANDBALL

A 6 week programme has commenced, giving mums and friends the chance to play in a fun, non-competitive environment. No experience or equipment required. Every Wednesday until end of April, 8pm to 9pm. Get fit and have some fun. Everyone welcome.

LOCAL NOTES

Please forward all notes for the local papers to Dan Kennedy, email danken9@gmail.com or phone 087 4605166.

COURTOWN OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA

Our Lady Star of the Sea, Riverchapel Weekly Schedule.

Monday to Friday: 9.30 a.m. Rosary. 10 a.m. Prayer Service.

Wednesday: 10.30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

Saturday 3.45 p.m. to 4.45 p.m. Rosary. Saturday

5.30 p.m. Vigil Mass. Sunday: 11 a.m. Weekly Mass Parish office Information:

Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Phone 085 8007471. Email riverchapelparish@gmail.com. Last Rites/Sick Calls: 089 7077891.

COI SERVICES

Service times for the Ardamine Group of Parishes are as follows.

Sunday, May 5: Monamolin 9 a.m. Morning Prayer, Ardamine 10.15 a.m. Morning Prayer, Kilnamanagh 11.45 a.m. Holy Communion.

Thursday, May 9, Ascension Thursday: Kilmuckridge 8 p.m. Holy Communion.

Sunday, May 12: Monamolin 9 a.m. Holy Communion, Kiltennel 10.15 a.m. Holy Communion, Kilnamanagh 11.45 a.m. Morning Prayer.

Sunday, May 19: Pentecost Monamolin 9 a.m. Morning Prayer, Ardamine 10.15 a.m. Holy Communion, Kilnamanagh 11.45 a.m. Morning Prayer.

Sunday, May 26, Trinity Sunday: Monamolin 9 a.m. Morning Prayer, Kilmuckridge 10.15 a.m. Morning Prayer, Clonevan 11.30 a.m. Morning Prayer.

JERSEY FUN RUN

The Réalt na Mara GAA Jersey Fun Run will take place on Sunday 12th May at 10.30am, from Riverchapel Community Complex.

Wear your jersey while having fun at a family BBQ with a chance to win spot prizes and join in the fun of mini matches/games. All welcome!

CRAANFORDMONASEED PARENT & TODDLER GROUP

The Parent & Toddler Group will be in Craanford Community Centre on Thursdaymorning 2nd May at 10.30am. Cost €4 per family. All are welcome. For further information call: 087 2889917.

COMMUNITY CHILDCARE

Craanford Monaseed Community Childcare Services are holding their AGM on Tuesday 14th May at 8pm in Craanford Community Centre. Anyone wishing to enrol their child for September 2024 must attend the AGM please

G.A.A. CLUB NEWS

LOTTO - Current jackpot of €5,300 was not won. Numbers drawn were 17-21-27-29. Next week’s jackpot €5,500. Lucky dip winners: Mick Curran, Peter Cooney, Aimee Doyle, Eilish Redmond, Ray & Colette Doyle. Tickets are available from Cooney Communications, Cooney’s Pub Craanford, Donal’s in Gorey, Lamberts in Camolin and Jack’s Tavern Camolin. You are most welcome to sign up for the year also, thank you for your support always, it is very welcome and appreciated

Check Facebook for updates of matches. If you want to know about upcoming matches each week ahead, contact Elaine and she can add your name to the group.

The Duck race was held in fantastic sunshine and was a great success.

Date for the Diary: GAA Golf classic in Coolattin June 28th .

Club membership is now due for renewal, please pay on Foireann

Model County Draw tickets now on sale from club members Draws in April and May Tickets €50 for all three draw, Car, Cash and vouchers thank you for your support.

DIGITAL REMOTE WORKING HUB

Craanford Community Centre has now completed works to create a new digital remote working hub.

The new hub includes desk space, hi speed broadband access, printing facilities, an isolation pod for online meetings and tea and coffee making facilities.

To rent or if you have any enquiries please contact Liz on 0872317020 Or email lizcraanford@gmail.com.

CHURCH CLEANING

Thank you to all who help with the Craanford church cleaning, if you wish to help out please let us know and we can add your name to the group 087 2334776.

TEXT ALERT

Anyone wishing to renew their Text Alert subscription can pick up forms in both Craanford and Monaseed churches, these can be dropped into Brian in the parish office or to Liz in the playschool or to Fiona Redmond at your convenience.

BINGO

Bingo is played in Craanford Community Centre every Friday night at 8pm - please come along and support.

KILANERINBALLYFAD FIELD DAY

The Annual Kilanerin and Ballythomas Field Day will be held from 2-5pm on Sunday 9th June at the GAA Field in Kilanerin for a joint event with Kilanerin and Ballythomas

National schools.

This is a great day packed with child friendly activities and fun for all the family. We’ll have the old favourites of the “Goldfish” arena; Vintage display, bouncy castles; music; bric-a-brac stall; bingo; bottle stall; dog show; underage races, penalty kicks & plants and shrubs as well as some newer events such as hang tough, jersey sale and the donut wall.

There will also be plenty of options for food & drink with ice cream; hot dogs & burgers; home baking and tea/coffee. All proceeds going to both National Schools.

GAA CLUB NEWS

A Commemorative jersey in honour of this team will be released and will be available to buy through Bodibro until 31st May.

Jersey costs kids up to age 11 €28, Youths €33 and Adults €35. Check out Bodibro website for more details.

KILANERIN CHURCH

Morning mass Tuesday and Friday 9.30 a.m. Saturday night 6.30 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. Eucharistic adoration on Tuesday from after morning mass to 9 p.m.

BALLYFAD CHURCH

Morning mass Wednesday and Thursday 9.30 a.m. Saturday 7.30 p.m. anniversary mass Colin (Jango) Fleming Gorey and Cool- greany, Sunday 9 a.m. Months mind mass Stephanie O Toole

Coolgreay Eucharistic adoration on Wednesday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WHIST

Whist is played every Wednesday night at 8 p.m. in Shamrock Hall Kilanerin – all welcome.

TURNING POINT

Turning Point and wellness with Mary, weight loss and wellbeing class on Tuesday at 9.30 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. in Kilanerin Community Centre Contact Mary on 087 2679117 for more details or visit www.turningpointwellness.ie

PILATES

Pilates continues with Bernadette every Tuesday at 7pm in Shamrock hall, Kilanerin Everyone is welcome to attend.

TARA HILL PATRON

This years annual blessing of the graves takes place on Sunday 2nd June at 3pm at Kilcavan cemetery, Tara Hill. Please note change of time.

SYMPATHY

Deepest sympathy to Nicole, Ann and the Mulhall family on the recent passing of Michael (Mixer) Mulhall, Tara Hill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

CONGRATULATIONS CAROLE

Congratulations to Carole Maxwell, daughter of Kathleen and Gabriel, Tara Hill, who recently featured on Nationwide on RTE television.

Carole, who has lived in London for the past 22 years, is an extremely talented artist, and now runs her own business in London. Great to see Irish people like Carole, who move away and get on so well abroad.

Congratulations once again and best wishes in all your new ideas in your wonderful and successful business.

ACTIVATOR POLE WALKING

An Activator Pole walking group meet every Thursday at 11am at Castletown GAA pitch. Open to club & non club members. Activator poles are particularly good for people with balance concerns or mobility issues. Benefits include: Improved stability; reduced impact on hips/knees; improved strength, aerobic fitness, balance & range of motion; Improved posture & promotion of better gait pattern. Why not come along and give it a go (poles supplied). Contact Sue 087 6802604 or Liz 086 3879321.

DATES FOR DIARY

First Communion: Saturday 18th May at 11am. Patron: Sunday 2nd June at 3pm in St Kevins Cemetery, Kilcavan.

YOUR NEWS

Any notes for paper please forward to 087 9434090 or ck0802@ gmail.com.

BREEGALBALLY VACANCIES IN BREE CEP

Cleaner, Brí Beag, Bree; Community Centre Caretaker, Galbally; GAA Grounds Worker, Ballyhogue/Bree; Environmental Worker, St. John’s Church, Clonmore; Environmental Worker, Galbally.

If you are in receipt of a Social Welfare payment for more than 1 year, are over the age of 21, interested in any of the above vacancies and would like some more information, please call into the CE Office located in Bree Community Centre from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Monday to Friday, or call Martina on 053 9247613 or 086 8371932.

TABLE QUIZ FOR THE FRIENDS OF ST JOHN’S

There is a table quiz for the Friends of St John’s on Thursday 9th May at 8.30 pm in the IFA Centre Enniscorthy. 4 per table at cost of €40. All proceeds goes to The Friends of St John’s Hospital .Your support would be greatly appreciated.

BREE AC NEWS

Bree AC AGM and Presentation of Club Awards for 2023, took place in Bree Community Centre on Thursday, 25th April.

The Chairman, William Spratt Murphy welcomed all present and congratulated the athletes on some wonderful performances during 2023. Following the AGM, the Annual Presentation of Awards took place followed by Light Refreshments. B

ree AC ‘Athlete of the 2023 Year’; Lea Bolger (U15). Peter Byrne Memorial Award; Sarah O’Brien (U14). Pat O’Leary Distance Award; Patrick O’Leary (U10). Paul Kehoe Award; Ruth Hassey (U14). Tony Greene Memorial Award; Kiera Wilson (U16). John Godkin U13 Athlete Award; Ava Wilson (U13). Bree ICA Parish Award; Eoghan Ennis (U12). Malachy Sheridan Memorial U9-11 Award; Finn McKiernan (U9) and Abbie Doyle was the recipient of a Special Award to honour her two international performances in 2023 namely SIAB Games in Scotland and the AAA in Bermingham.

Best wishes to all athletes taking part in the Mr Oil Co T&F Championships over the next two weekends.

COMMUNITY GAMES NEWS

Congratulations to Roisin Fay on winning the gold medal in the Co Grass Cycling Final. Well done also to Matthew Murphy on winning the Bronze medal at the same event.

Best of luck to all those taking part in the Co Talent Final which takes place in Bree Community Centre on Saturday, May 11th. Entries are still being taken until Friday, 3rd May to Clare 0874151350.

The local Athletic Finals will take place on Friday, 17th May in Enniscorthy Hub. Registrations will be taken from 5.30pm, for 6.15pm start on the track with U10 60m Hurdles. Contact 0874151350 for further details.

To take part all participants must be resident in the parishes of Bree, Davidstown and Cloughbawn.

BREE UTD BINGO

Bree Utd hosts bingo every Sunday evening at 6pm in Hammel’s of Bree. Come along and join in the fun. Loads of chances to win. Bree Utd split the pot envelopes are in Centra in Bree and Hammel’s of Bree. Draws takes place every second Monday. Thank you to all who support the club.

BABY & TODDLER GROUP

Bree Baby and Toddler Group meet each Tuesday 10.30am12noon in Bree Community Centre. Open to parents, grandparents, childminders, babies, toddlers and wobblers. Come and have a cup of tea and a chat while the children have a chance to interact, play and learn. €2 per family, no need to book. Further details from Ruth 085 1180930 or Alice 085 2295817.

BREE HALL LIBRARY

Bree Hall Swap Library was completely replenished recently with new books. The hall is open from 8.30am to 4pm most days. All are welcome.

CHURCH NOTES

Mass Times - Mass times for Caim are Sunday Morning 10am. Weekday Mass will continue this Wednesday at 9.30am.

Adoration continues on Mondays from 11.30am to 1.30pm. If you would like to participate contact Anne Coleman at 087 6713671.

CAIM VINTAGE CLUB

Members of the Club took part in the Poulpeasty Road Run last Sunday.

CAIM PATRON

Caim’s annual Patron will be held on Sunday 23rd June at 2pm with Mass in the Cemetery.

CAIM COMMUNITY PARK

Caim Community Park will officially open on Sunday 12th May at 2pm.

SPLIT THE POT

The split the pot last week was won by Christine O’Gorman who wins €84. Envelopes can be had from Rackards Shop, Caim.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

First Holy Communion will take place in Caim on Saturday 25th May at 11am.

CLONEGALKILDAVIN CLONEGAL TUESDAY CLUB

Clonegal Tuesday Club invites new members to give ideas and participate in local activities for adults if liked. Victoria Kavanagh Community Development Officer will attend meeting in Clonegal Hall at 8pm on Tuesday April 30. All are welcome.

CONFIRMATION DAY

Congratulations to the pupils of Clonegal and Kildavin National School who celebrated their Confirmation on Friday April 19.

ROBERT MIZZELL DANCE

Kildavin/Clonegal G.A.A presents Robert Mizzell and his band supported by Stacey Breen on Sunday, May 5 in the Spellman Park, Kildavin. You can buy your tickets on Eventbrite for €25 plus booking fee. Doors open at 7.30pm. It’s promised to be a great night of entertainment and dancing.

COMPUTER WORKSHOP

Computer workshop continues on Thursday nights in Spellman Hall Kildavin at 8pm. The workshop is free and is aimed at people with no or limited exposure to technology. Learn and share and enjoy great company.

DARKNESS INTO LIGHT WALK

Join the Carnew Darkness Into Light Committee in supporting Pieta House, a beacon of hope for suicide prevention and mental health awareness for our official walk together from Carnew Fire Station at 4.15am on May 11.

Don’t miss out on being part of the most important sunrise of the year especially as it’s Carnew’s first year of being an official Darkness Into Light venue. Get your tickets now–https://www.darknessintolight.ie

NOTES CONTACT

Anyone who wishes to have local news issued on the local Clonegal/Kildavin Community Section of the Guardian can email clonegalkildavinnotes@ gmail.com or phone Nicola Gray on 087 1343191.

CLONROCHEPOULPEASTY CLOUGHBAWN GAA LOTTO

No Jackpot winner in most recent draw on Friday April 26th. Match three winner, Jackie Carton. Congratulations Jackie. numbers drawn 4-5-8-29. Next Draw Friday May 10th.

CAMOGIE

Two members of the club, Kate Flood and Erin McDonald were on the Co. Wexford Minor team who drew with Dublin on Saturday last, This was the 2nd All Ireland final for these girls, having reached the School Senior All Ireland in Feb. Hopefully the replay will bring good fortune to the girls.

Well done also to Aoife McDonald on U14 Wexford panel and to Aibhe Kehoe on the U 15 panel, both playing in challenge games over the weekend

GLENBRIEN SENIORS PARTY

A Seniors Party will be held on 5th May at 5pm in O’Briens Inn, Invites have been delivered, if you haven’t received one and would like to join us please let Veronica 087 2378972 or Sinéad 087 7538041 know and we will get one to you. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

KILTEALYBALLINDAGGIN FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

First Holy Communion takes place in Kiltealy Church on Saturday May 4th at 11am. Eighteen children from 2nd class Kiltealy School will receive the sacrament. We wish the children, their parents, teachers and extended families a lovely day.

DUFFRY ROVERS DRAW

The following were the winners of Duffry Rovers GAA & Camogie Club April Draw: 1st €500 Tom

Pender, Askinvillar. 2nd €200 Matty Forde, Kilanerin. 3rd €100 Michael Quigley, Boolabeg. 4th €100 J.J. Bowe, Kiltealy. 5th €100 Fr. Jim Kehoe, Castledockrell. Many thanks to all our supporters.

MAY BUSH CONCERT

A May Bush concert takes place in Ballindaggin Community Hall on Saturday night next May 4th at 8 pm featuring a great line up of traditional musicians, singers and dancers, including Paddy & Nicola Egan, Leah Sweeney, James & Deirdre Jordan, Annette Roban and Aileen Lambert. Also many young musicians. It’s sure to be a great night, so come along and celebrate the coming of May.

A great night was had in Ballindaggin on May eve last Tuesday evening where a large crowd gathered for the annual decoration and procession of the May bush led by Ballindaggin Pipe Band. Music, song and dancing continued until late. All had a most enjoyable night.

BALLINDAGGIN FIELD DAY

Ballindaggin Development Group and Tidy Towns Committee are hosting a field day on June 21st in Ballindaggin Community Park at 6.30 pm. Donations for bottle stall and prizes for the draw are most welcome. Tickets for the draw will be available soon. There will be many stalls and events on the evening and also some valuable prizes to be won.

GROUNDSKEEPER

Groundskeeper required for Caim Community Park through TÚS Scheme. To qualify the suitable candidate must be; On social welfare for a full year. Not have been on a CE scheme for a year. Available to work 19.5 hours weekly, (it will not affect your fringe benefits).

Weekly allowance will be topped up by €27.50 and training will be provided. For further information email info@caimcommunitydevelopment.com or https://www.wld.ie/parent-other/ programmes/tus-programme

SPLIT THE POT

The winner of Kiltealy N.S. split the pot last week was Joe White who won €175. Thank you for your continued support. If you would like to play, split the pot envelopes are available in local shops and pubs.

DUFFRY SOCIAL CLUB

Duffry Social Club meets every Wednesday in Kiltealy Community Hall from 2 pm to 5 pm. Come along and enjoy bingo, cards, chat and refreshments. New members are always welcome.

COMMUNION TO HOUSEBOUND

Holy Communion will be brought to the housebound in the parish on Friday May 10th.

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY

Ballindaggin annual patron will take place on Sunday June 9th. Prayers in Templeshanbo Cemetery at 1 pm. Mass in Ballindaggin Cemetery 2 pm. Many people from the area and far beyond attend each year to pray and remember their deceased family members.

MARSHALSTOWNCASTLEDOCKRELL CHANGE OF DATE

Please note Castledockrell Pastoral Council Meeting is on Tuesday, 7th May at 8pm in the hall rather than Tuesday, 14th May.

EMERGENCY NUMBER

The Emergency Number to contact Fr. Paddy, Fr. Tom and Fr. Billy is 087 2710478

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

At this time we remember the children from Castledockrell National School who will receive their First Holy Communion at 9.30am Mass on Sunday, 5th May and the children from Marshalstown National School who will receive their First Holy Communion at 11am Mass on Saturday, 11th May. We think of the children, their parents/guardians and school communities and hope all will enjoy their days.

CASTLEDOCKRELL CHURCH

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NOTES DEADLINE

Notes deadline is now Sunday 6p.m. (time I need the notes by). Items received after that time will be included in the following week’s notes if date of event has not passed. It is 6p.m. Thursday before bank holiday. Thanks for your co-operation.

WEBCAMS

Churchmedia.ieStJosephsmarshalstown and churchmedia.ieallsaintschurch Castledockrell are the webcams for the two churches in the parish.

PATRONS

Annual Patron and Blessing of graves takes place in the two cemeteries in Marshalstown on Sunday, 26th May. In Crishoge Baby Burial ground, Castledockrell Church cemetery and the present cemetery the Patrons and Blessing of graves is on Friday, 5th July. Full details later.

HOLY HOUR

A number of locals attended the Holy Hour in St. Aidan’s Cathedral on Vocations Sunday (21st April).

MASS TIMES

Weekend Masses in Marshalstown 7.30pm on Saturdays and Vigil of Holy Days and in Castledockrell at 9.30am on Sundays and Holy Days.

During the week Mass in Marshalstown is on Tuesday mornings at 9.30am and in Castledockrell on Thursdays at 9.30am followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 10an- 12noon. Any change in weekday Mass will be announced at previous weekend Mass where possible.

NEWSLETTERS

Deadline for items for Parish newsletters including Anniversary Masses is Wednesday at 5p.m. Anniversary Masses for Castledockrell church should be booked at least two weeks or more in advance of the date required for names to appear in the newsletter. Items received after this time will be held over to the following week.

OULART & THE BALLAGH AN INVITATION TO ALL

Oulart-The Ballagh GAA & Camogie Club are hosting “An evening of Wellness” in Oulart Community Centre on 10th May, beginning at 7.30pm. It is open to everyone over 16 years and should be of particular interest to all who are concerned with the well-being of young people.

The guest speakers are John Lonergan, former Governor of Mountjoy and Portlaoise Prisons and Conor Harris, a recovering drug addict who comes to share his story. Admission is free and refreshments will be served.

MAY BUSH & MAY ALTAR

Just a reminder that today, Wednesday, is the First of May and what we regard as the first day of Summer.

Traditionally, people decorate the May Bush, (white thorn or sceach) on May Eve or May Day, using painted egg -shells, ribbons and streamers of all kinds. Many people, reared in the Catholic faith, erect a May Altar in their homes to honour Mary, the Mother of Jesus, in the month dedicated to her, while for many years the late Gay Byrne maintained the tradition of playing Fr. Sydney McKeown’s recording of “Queen of the May” on 1st May. Both traditional customs can and should be practised and promoted.

CAMOGIE QUIZ

A team from Oulart-The Ballagh, calling themselves “The Rebels” finished joint second in the Wexford Camogie Table Quiz that was held in The Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy, last Saturday evening. Well done to captain Colin and his fellow quizzers, Kevin, Brendan and Breda. Alan Brennan was an excellent quiz-master and well done also to all the other teams from the parish that entered the quiz to support the county Senior and Intermediate camogie teams.

COUNTY MINOR HURLING

Well done to Wexford Minor hurlers on their fine win over Kilkenny, in Wexford Park, last Saturday. Jack Dunne (captain) at centre- forward and Oisín Moore, wing-back, were very influential. The Wickham brothers, Peter and Rhys and Ben Harpur were introduced and played their part in the victory, while Martin Dempsey was the substitute goalkeeper. Michael Jacob is team manager and Helena Jacob is a coach/ selector.

DOUBLE HEADER

Wexford Minor and Senior hurlers and their backroom teams are wished the best of luck in their matches against Galway next Saturday, in Wexford Park. A packed stadium is expected at this feast of hurling and supporters are advised to get in early. See local papers for exact details.

LEINSTER FINAL WINNERS

Congratulations to Caoimhe Moore and her Wexford teammates on winning the Under 16 Camogie Shield Final, last Saturday. Well done also to Lee Harpur and Oisín Byrne who were part of the Wexford CBS hurling team that won a Leinster final recently.

MODEL COUNTY DRAW

The annual Club & County Draw 2024, organised by Wexford GAA, took place last week and the first prize of a car was won in the Marshalstown area. Oulart-The Ballagh’s sole winner was Anne Kirwan who won a voucher valued at €50. Two more draws will take place at the end of May. Best of luck to all who have bought tickets that benefit club and county.

ADVANCE NOTICE

The annual “Darkness into Light” walk, in aid of “Pieta” will take place in various places on 11th May. In the Oulart area, the C.O.W.S. and others will assemble at The Crazy Bear/ Marty’s Bar, at 4.45am for the walk to Oulart Hill and back. Refreshments will be served on return.

ICA NEWS

Oulart Guild ICA took part in “ICA’s Got Talent” in Camross on Thursday 25th April and, out of sixteen entries, won third prize. The night was a great success with the proceeds divided between Kilmore Quay RNLI and ICA Counselling Services, with each getting €785. Four members, Kathleen Hyland, Mary Geraldine Buttle, Lucy Bolger and Anne O’Connor are now busily preparing to participate in the forthcoming “Special Occasion” Competition, in June.

LOCAL NOTES´

Clubs, local organisations, families and individuals who would like a mention in these local Notes should contact Breda Jacob by phone or text at 0861696978 or by email at mickjacobjr@yahoo.co.uk

OYLEGATE GLENBRIEN SENIORS PARTY

A Seniors Party will be held on 5th May at 5pm in O’Briens Inn, Invites have been delivered, if you haven’t received one and would like to join us please let Veronica 087 2378972 or Sinéad 087 7538041 know and we will get one to you. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

BABY & TODDLER GROUP

Glenbrien Baby & Toddler Group meets every Tuesday during Primary school term in Glenbrien Old School Community Centre from 9.15am—10.45am. This is an opportunity for young children and their carers (parents/ grandparents/ childminders) to meet.

For more information contact Ann Marie O’Connor at 087 2973324 or Heather Keating at 087 1241212. Looking forward to seeing you there for a cuppa and a chat.

CHURCH NEWS

Easter Dues – Thank you to all who recently made donations to the Easter Dues. The Dues envelopes are included in the Weekly Envelope Box. You can also use an ordi-nary envelope to make a donation. The Dues go towards the income of the priest.

Trócaire Collection – It would be appreciated if donations to this year’s Trócaire appeal could be returned a.s.a.p. Where possible, it would also be appreciated if coins could be converted to notes.

Church Weekly Envelopes The weekly Envelope collection supports the running costs of the Churches in the Parish. If you do not take the box of envelopes, you might consider making an annual donation by cash, cheque or by Direct Debit. Bank Details: BIC: BOFIIE2D IBAN: IE44 BOFI 906566 24140788. Thank you for your generosity.

Mass Bookings – Please book anniversary Masses through the Parish Office during office hours.

Weekend Masses – Oylegate Church on Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 10.30 a.m. Glenbrien church on Saturday 7.30 p.m. and Sunday at 9.30 a.m.

Parish office hours – Monday and Wednesday 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m., Friday, 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

Eucharistic Adoration – Adoration takes place in the Prayer Room in Oylegate church on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – one. p.m.

Adoration of the Blessed sacrament takes place in Glenbrien church on Tuesdays from 10 a.m.

Car parking in Oylegate Church Grounds – The parking area in the church grounds is primarily for use by those attending church services, visiting the cemetery or Prayer Gardens.

An increasing number of vehicles are now using the area for all day parking. This will limit parking space for funerals. Perhaps, it is time to ask for donations from those who are availing of this facility.

BALLYGARRETT RÉALT NA MARA GAA

Our exciting and fun Jersey Fun Run will take place on Sunday 12th May at 10.30am, from Riverchapel Community Complex.

Wear your jersey while having fun at a family BBQ with a chance to win spot prizes and join in the fun of mini matches/games. All welcome!

BALLYGARRETT TIDY TOWNS

We need your help! North Wexford 2K Clean is coming to an end. We need to give the roads one last clean as it comes to an end as May approaches.

Unfortunately many of the roads which have been cleaned twice since we started this campaign in March are no longer litter free. One last push this weekend.

Roads entered are as follows:

1. Ballygarrett to Cahore pier;

2. Ballygarrett to Molly Kehoes Corner; 3. Ballygarrett to Doyle’s Garage; 4. Pegs bar to Killenagh;

5. Ballygarrett to Ballyoughna crossroads; 6. Clonevin to Old Bawn Beach; 7. Glasscarrig road and beach; 8. Clonevin to Bruce crossroads; 9. Clonganny to Ballinastud road.

All residents in the wider community are asked to clean 200m each side of their home.

GAELIC4MOTHERS AND OTHERS

Realt na Mara Ballygarrett GAA, Great news, we have 36 players ready to start Gaelic4mothers and others, training 8pm to 9pm. New players welcome to start on the night. Runners, tracksuit/leggings and training top is all you need

KILLENAGH WANDERERS FC

Indoor Astro pitch now available to hire for childrens parties and 5a side soccer. Contact Danny Whelan - killenaghwanderersafc@gmail.com

Lotto - The Killenagh Wanderers lotto can now be played online at clubforce.com/clubs/ soccer-killenagh-wanderers-afc-wexford. All online entries must be made by 6 p.m. on the evening of the draw.

Paper tickets continue to be on sale and can be bought at Rath’s Stores Ballygarrett and from usual ticket sellers.

Numbers drawn on 15th April were 10, 22, 24, 28. No Jackpot Winner. Two Match 3 Winners. Congrats Brendan McCreary and Keith Gibbons, you each win €50.

Next draw is on Monday 22nd April. Next week’s Jackpot €15,200.

CAHORE BOOK CLUB

Cahore Book Club meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month in the Strand Restaurant, Cahore from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Due to an amazing turnout we have now reached our full quota of members.

For more information contact Jackie on 086 3895654.

LOCAL NOTES

If you have anything that you would like to be included in the local notes then please contact Ann at 087 7433684 or email ballygarrettnotes@gmail.com.

BOOLAVOGUE CONFIRMATION

Congratulations to the 28 children from 5th. & 6th. class in Boolavogue N.S. who were confirmed by Fr. Cosgrave and Fr Butler on Friday last. The pupils’ choir, which sang beautifully, was prepared by Mrs. Gallagher while Ms. Reville prepared the pupils for the sacrament.

TRACTOR RUN

The local Foróige Club is holding a tractor run on the 26th. of May to raise funds for the annual senior citizens’ party which they host.

SOCCER NEWS

On Wednesday the 24th. of April, the St. Cormac’s U-13 boys’ team claim the league title with a game still in hand. They beat Shelbourne by 5-1 in the game and were three goals ahead at the break with the score at 4-1. Ruaraí Larkin netted three tiemes in the game and Ben Reddy added the other two. With one game in hand, they hope to finish the season with another victory.

The previous Sunday, the men’s team were away to Camolin and shared the points thanks to a 2-2 draw. They were 1-0 up inside the first five minutes thanks to Jamie Dempsey-Doyle vollying a free kick taken by Jamie Richardson. Jamie double the lead shortly afterwards, collecting a great pass from Jack Ellix before rounding the keeper. Camolin never gave up and by the interval had halved the deficit. They drew level soon after the resumption and stout defence from our lads thereafter, ensured that they shared the points.

On Saturday last, the 27th. of April, the U-16 boys had their first competitive game for 10 weeks and beat Bree United by 5-3 away. At the break, they led by 3-2 with the goals scored by Rónán Sweeney, Jack Wilson and Tadhg Dunne. Rónán got his second goal shortly early in the second half and Ciarán Jordan brought the final tally to 5 near the end of the game. Player of the game was the Cormac’s captain, Ryan Codd, who made some spectacular saves throughout the game.

The Ladies team have a midweek fixture this week and take on Carnew United at home this Thursday, the 2nd. of May. The kickoff is at 7.00pm and the girls would appreciate as much support as possible.

PRESHOOL PLACES

Boolavogue Play and Learn have a limited number of preschool places left for this coming September and if you are interested, please contact Marian on 087-6107601 or alternatively by email at marian.boolavogue@ gmail.com. The preschool caters for children from two years of age and runs from 9.00am until 2.00pm.

DANCING CLASSES

Dancing fitness classes are starting in Boolavogue Hall on Thursday the 16th. of May starting at 7.10pm. Four classes will only cost €35 and will be held on the 16th, the 23rd and 30th of May with the last class in the series on the 6th of June. For more information or to book a place, please contact Fiona on 0894908752

GAA NEWS

Monageer-Boolavogue GAA club will once again host a Cúl Camp this summer. It will run for five days, from the 22nd. of July until the 26th., inclusive. As usual, each child attending will receive a jersey, a 1/4 zip top and a backpack. The cost is only €75 for the first child in a family, €60 for the second and €50 for the third and subsequent children.

To register, you only need to log on to https://www.kellogsculcamps.gaa.ie/

MEMORIAL 5K WALK/RUN

Three charities, ‘Monageer Community First Responders’, ‘First Light’ and ‘Talk to Tom’ are set to benefit from the Stephen O’Leary Memorial 5km. This event, organised by our local GAA club, will be held on Sunday the 5th of May. It is always a great family event and you can run, jog, walk or even sprint the 5km if you wish and you’ll be fed and watered afterwards.

SYMPATHY

Sincere sympathy is extended from all in Boolavogue to the family and relatives of the late Kathleen Devereux, née Murphy, Ballinlow lane, Kilmuckridge and formerly of Dranagh Boolavogue, who passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday the 23rd of April.

SYMPATHY

Sincere sympathy is also extended to the family and relatives of the late Mary Cummins, née Martin, Tallaght and formerly Boolavogue who died peacefully in Tallaght Hospital on the 20th. of April.

FERNS FERNS PRAYER GROUP

We are having a coming together to pray for peace on Saturday 18th May from 10am to 12.30pm, venue to be decided.

KILMUCKRIDGE NATIONAL FINALISTS

Congratulations to Katlyn Browne -Kehoe student at Colaiste An Atha creator of a new board game “Know your County” who has qualified for the national final of the Foiroige Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) on 8th May. Katelyn was also a winner of a Local Enterprise Office Wexford award.

The winning continues at Colaiste An Atha. Two groups of students claimed the overall best project and overall runner up project in the SciFest at SETU Waterford recently. They will attend the national finals in September. Congratulations to Anna Brooks Silva, Kate Smith and Kamila Swider, also Roisin Hyland, Lauren Whelan and Eve Ryan.

LOTTO

Numbers drawn in the Parish Lotto held on 22nd April were 11, 19, 27 and 28. Match 3 winners Keith Meegan, Patricia Meegan and Margaret Furlong. Next draw on 29th April, jackpot total of €15,150.

VOLUNTEER WITH TIDY TOWNS

Kilmuckridge Tidy Towns are a committed group of volunteers whose focus is community sustainability and bio diversity. As we approach the busy summer months it’s all hands on deck for Tidy Towns. The group now meet 3 times per week for the summer months, every Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm and every Sunday morning at 10am.

KTT will enter the annual SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition, administered by the Department of Rural and Community Development which has now grown into a national sustainability movement.

Tidy Towns success now benefits towns, villages and communities all over Ireland in meaningful ways, by working together towards the common good, improving local areas to make them better, more sustainable places to live, work and play. If you like to volunteer with KTT please contact any member of tidy towns or DM (direct message) Kilmuckridge Tidy Towns Facebook page.

SYMPATHY

Sympathy is extended to the Devereux family, Ballinlow Lane on the recent passing of Kathleen. May she rest in peace.

BUFFERS ALLEY GAA

CLUB DRAWS - Congratulations to our winners in recent draws. April Club Monthly: €400: Molly Doyle/Kay Burke; €100: James Butler, €50 to the following: Pierie & Kathleen Butler; Séan Stafford; Anthony Kelly. Club & County 3-Monthly Draw: €500 Glen Fuel voucher: Ross

Donohoe; €125 Pettitts voucher: Matt Burke and €50 Shop Local voucher: Jean O’Leary. If you missed out on the the April 3-monthly draw, you may join for May & June.

UPCOMING GAMES - Our U14 Footballers are at home to Duffry Rovers at 7pm.on Thursday 2nd May. Our second league adult hurling team are at home to Craanford on Bank Holiday Monday on 6th May at 4pm.

HURLING365 - Hurling coaching for boys and girls for 30 minutes takes place before school in Kilmuckridge on Wednesdays 8.15pm. and Monamolin on Fridays 8.30 am. All children welcome from 1st Class to 6th Class.

UNDERAGE NEWS - Nursery for pre-school boys and girls takes place on Saturdays at 9.45 in Buffers Alley. New families welcome.

CÚL CAMP - Online bookings for Kellogg’s Cúl Camps are now open (www.kelloggsculcamps. gaa.ie). The camp in Buffers Alley is from 8th-12th July.

MAYORAL CAMPAIGN - The Grande Finale and the announcement of our Mayor 2024 will take place on Saturday 18th May in the clubhouse. The Monster Draw will also take place on the night. Tickets for this draw (€10 or €20 for 3) are on sale with the first prize of €1,000 and 20 other attractive prizes. Anyone associated with the club in any way or with the Mayoral campaign is welcome to come along where refreshments will be served, and a great night is guaranteed.

SHEDFEST - The date for this year’s event is Saturday 11th May. It is year fifteen for Shedfest now in what has become Wexford’s biggest and best outdoor and indoor music festival.

We welcome music lovers, dancefloor divas, high stool philosophers and everyone in between to the Arena, Buffers Alley for a night of music, craic, excitement, and entertainment. The line up this year highlights the absolute best of what Wexford has to offer but we also have national and international acts in what promises to be a stellar night.