Newmarket
NEWMARKET RISES TO THE CHALLENGE
The changes being brought in nationally to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus has created huge challenges in communities throughout the country, and Newmarket is no exception. Our local businesses have not been found wanting and wasted no time in taking decisive steps to safeguard customers and staff. Shops are fully stocked and open for business. Supervalu are following guidelines as to how many customers can be in-store at any one time. They shared the following message on their Facebook Page last week: Whilst we don’t expect to exceed this Monday to Wednesday, it may be the case that for periods on Thursday, Friday and Saturday we may have to limit the flow of customers into store.
We will do this by closing the front door completely and letting people in by the car park door.... this will be on a 2 out 2 in basis. We would ask you that if this occurs u still keep your distance while you wait to be let in.... feel free to phone ahead on 029 60233 or 087 3608341 to check if the store is busy or quiet.
They expressed thanks to the many offers of help with deliveries they received. They also wanted to thank all their staff who have been working extremely hard under stressful conditions but still giving a warm welcome to all their customers.
There are a number of shops in town who are providing a home delivery service for those who need to self-isolate or are concerned about coming to town: SuperValu: 029-6023 Tadgh Ryan: 029-60541 or 087-9218362 Hannon’s: 029-60006 O’Keefes Fruit & Veg: 087-6269129 Twomeys Butchers: 029-61904 Phil O’Reilly Butchers: 086-3494398
They will also collect from other outlets like the pharmacy and bring with your shopping once you have prearranged this with the pharmacy.For the most up to date and reliable information about Covid-19 go to the HSE website: www2.hse.ie/coronavirus.
If you don’t have internet access there will be daily updates on the news on TV or on radio. There is a lot of misinformation and false medical advice circulating on social media so please make sure you are getting news from a trustworthy source.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY
It was a very strange St. Patrick’s day in Newmarket this year, with no parade in town and the community still trying to make sense of the new reality we find ourselves in.
However, the pipe band did not let their town down. Pipe major Alison Fitzpatrick had the idea that a few members would come together and play in the car park and the monument to brighten all our spirits and to commemorate the day. Coincidentally St. Patrick’s day was 99 years to the day since Cha O’Reilly who the monument commemorates, was buried. He was ambushed by a party of Millitary on the 13th of March, 1921. According to Brother Allen’s account, he was gravely injured but still managed to escape with his rifle. Two days later, on March 15th he died at home, in Church Street. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
ÁTH TRASNA PRIMARY MEDICAL CENTRE OPEN FOR BUSINESS
The new Áth Trasna Primary Medical Centre opened it’s custom built premises in the West End during the week. Wishing all staff the best of luck in their new home.
For more information you can find them online at www.athtrasnamc. take the burn it
· After each Mass the seat rails will be disinfected. We would appreciate help in doing this
· For those who are housebound or in isolation, please remember that Mass is streamed live over the Internet every day, you may log into http://www.mcnmedia/tv
Please cover your mouth when coughing and your nose when sneezing.
Forms of Friday Penance The following are suggested acts of Penance for Lent. Abstaining from meat. Abstaining from other food. Abstaining from alcoholic drink or smoking. Making a special effort at involvement in family prayer
-Making a special effort to participate in Mass on Fridays.
-Visiting the Blessed Sacrament.
-Making
Cross.
-Fasting from all food for a longer period than usual and perhaps giving what is saved to the needy;
-Helping the poor, sick, old or lonely; From the statement on Friday Penance issued by the Bishops’ Conference, 2011 newsletter home the
Stations
COLLECTORS FOR MONTH OF APRIL NEW WINDOWS
of and the 7.30pm (Vigil) Martin Foley 8.30am Joe O’Brien 11.00am Michael Copps
Eucharistic Ministers Weekend.
7.30pm Vigil Anna O’Shea 11am Carmel Roche Readers Next Weekend 7.30pm Vigil Mary Foley 11am Sheila Fennessy Flowers 28th March & 4th April Bernie Crowley, Triona McCarthy (no flowers during Lent) Flowers for St. Patrick’s Day Counters March & April
Pat O’Brian, Hilton Lovell
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The new windows have been installed. The new windows are timber sash windows modelled on those of St. John the Baptist Church, Kinsale which was built in 1832 by the same architect as Ballyhea, Br. Michael Augustine Riordan
WINDOW SUBSCRIPTIONS
If anyone or any family wishes to sponsor a window, this can be done by a single subscription or by a number of subscriptions over a period of time. One window will be open to public subscription, anyone can contribute any amount to it, if they so wish. Please contact the Parish Priest
VIDEO STREAMING
A video streaming facility has been installed in the Church. While primarily intended for the sick and housebound, the service is also open to anyone who wishes to have it
By logging on to http://www. mcnmedia.tv/ weekly and daily Masses as well as funerals and weddings are available to anyone with an internet connection. Family and friends abroad might like to log on to see the Parish Masses. The number of views to the web site over the last 12 months was 15,000 from countries such as United States of America, Canada, Germany, Italy, Phillipines, Poland and Ireland.
ABANDONED BICYCLE
A bicycle was abandoned at the Church railings in the Church grounds. Would the owner please make contact with the Parish Priest to make arrangements to remove it.
Also, a pair of gloves were found in the Church, the owner can collect same in the Sacristy.
PRAYERS FOR THE UNBORN
You are asked to continue Prayers for the Unborn. Mother Teresa (one of her famous quotes)” A Nation that destroys the life of an unborn child, who has been created for living and loving, who has been created in the image of God, is in tremendous poverty”.
CHURCH GATE COLLECTIONS
No Church Gate Collection taken up at St. Mary’s Church, Ballyhea is endorsed by the parish. Any group or organisation intending to collect outside the church gates are asked to present copies of their permits in the Sacristy, together with copies of letters of authorisation of those collecting on their behalf. This should be done before the collection commences.
CATECHISM OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
The Catechism of the Catholic Church can be viewed on this web page http://www.vatican.va/ archive/ENG0015/__p8.HTM
RADIO MARIA
There is more information available about Radio Maria in the Church Porch.
FIGHT FOR FIONN
Fight for Fionn is a charity set up to raise funds for Fionn Barry, a 5 year old boy from Ballyhea who has a seriously debilitating and life limiting illness and needs 24 hour care. Currently development is underway to upgrade his home. A number of fundraisers were held during the Christmas, thanks to everyone that organised, participated or supported. All very much appreciated. To get more information please go to www.fionnbarry.com website or if you wish to make a donation the link is : https://www.gofundme. com/FightForFionn
Fundraiser by Brenda O Connell-Barry : FightforFionn www.gofundme.com
This is Fionn Barry, Fionn was born in August 2014 but unfortunately Fionn is unable to do many of the things an average toddler can do. Fionn is unable to walk, stand or even sit unaided, he cannot talk and he has a visual problem called cortical visual impairment.
GAA NEWS
ONLINE SHOP: The Club’s online shop is proving to be very popular. All the latest club gear can be purchased from the O’Neill’s website. Check it out at www.oneills.com/shop-by-team/ gaa/ireland/ballyhea-gaa.html
INSTAGRAM: The club can now be followed on Instagram. To see the latest club pictures go to ballyheagaaclub
LOTTO: The Club decided to cancel the Lotto draw for the moment due to the current Covid 19 situation. Any tickets sold will be entered in the next draw that is held. Thank you for your continued support.
BALLYHEA RESPONSE GROUP
Ballyhea have set up a support group who will do shopping, collect prescription from Doctor or Pharmacy and offer support to anyone who might be feeling vulnerable, isolated, alone or worried in the midst of this health crisis. Ballyhea Response Group has spoken to some shops and pharmacies already and strict hygiene protocols will be followed (e.g. use of disposable gloves, shopping bag and the pledge to never enter your home). Please have your Doctor’s number on stand-by along with your Eircode. If you don’t know your Eircode you can let one of the following people know and they will get it for you. The following are Emergency Contact Details: The National Covid-19 Helpline Number is 1850 24 1850. Senior Line can be contacted on 1800 80 45 91.
ALONE is also offering Corona Virus advice on 0818 222 024. Emergency Numbers 112 / 999. Shoppers Contact Numbers – Mike Morrissey 087 205 14 36,
2020 CHAMPIONSHIP DRAWS
The 2020 County Championship draws were held at Pairc Ui Chaoimh. Premier SHC (top tier of 12): Group 1: Midleton, Sars, Douglas, Ballyhea; Group 2: Blackrock, Erins Own, Bishopstown, Newtownshandrum; Group 3: Glen Rovers, St. Finbarrs, Na Piarsaigh, Carrigtwohill.
MASTER FIXTURES PROGRAMME
The County Board have announced the Master Fixtures programme for the year ahead. Key dates scheduled are SHC v Douglas w/e 19th April. SHC v Midleton w/e 9th August. SHC v Sarsfields w/e 30th August.
On the direction of the management committee of the GAA, all club activities including training, matches and gatherings at all age groups and grades are suspended until March 29th inclusive.
SELECTION COMMITTEE
The Selection Committees were ratified recently. Senior: Adrian Gilligan, James O’Shaughnessy, Aidan O’Connor, Eamon Crowley. Junior: Darren Ronan, Jonathan O’Sullivan, Eamon Morrissey. U.21: Sean Curtin, John Mortell, Mike Morrissey. Irish and Cultural Officer: Mikey Browne.
JUVENILE COMMITTEE
The Juvenile Committee was ratified at the recent Club Executive Meeting. Chairman: Brendan Barrett, Secretary: Oonagh Horan, Treasurer: Jim Codd, PRO: John Mortell, Children’s Officer: Orla Kelly. Committee: John Foley, Dave Hickey, Mike Keogh, Michael Mackessy, Ian Ronan, Tom Crowley, Ger O’Shea, Alan Mortell, Owen Walsh, Joanne Crowley.
GAA MEMBERSHIP
Club Membership for Juveniles is €20, Adults €40 and Family €80.
NORTH CORK BOARD HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP DRAWS: U.21 A Final, Ballyhea v Kilshannig.
Junior B Semi-Final, Ballyhea v winner of Newtown / Mallow.
CAMOGIE CLUB:
Membership is €40 pp.
BALLYHEA COMMUNITY ALERT
Ballyhea Community Alert has successfully set up a Text Alert Network to immediately alert our community when an incident occurs. Prompt information to and from Gardaí deters criminal activity. If you are interested in becoming a member of our Text Alert Network please phone any of the following people for information and sign up details – Phil Ryan 087-2937465, Pat Daly 086-1220114, James Horgan 087-2572271, Willie Meaney 087-1936842, Con Walsh 0868570355. The fee for this service is €10 annually.
MEN ON THE MOVE
Men on the Move is currently postponed until after March 29th as are all other events in the club.