The Sligo Champion

Curry-Moylough

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DVD OF WALK

A DVD of a walk from Ballina to Tubbercurr­y in May 1997 retracing the route taken by the famous racehorse, Ballyara Lad, transporti­ng grain from Ballina to Tubbercurr­y during the Great Famine, is now available in the following outlets: Gillespies, Surlis’ SuperValu, Murphy’s Spar, K & B Hardware, Killoran’s Restaurant, Daybreak and Barry’s Pharmacy.

The DVD also includes a re-enactment of an eviction scene at Lough Talt by members of the Phoenix Players. All Proceeds are in aid of the Concern Famine in East Africa Relief Appeal.

OLD PHOTOGRAPH­S

To celebrate Heritage Week, Moylough Arts and Heritage will organise an exhibiton of photograph­s dating from 1908 to present day. Mr Brian Cahill will launch the exhibition on Saturday, August 19, at 7 p.m., which will include memorabili­a of local historical interest and continue on Sunday, August 20, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

This event is supported by a grant from Sligo Co. Co. Community and Voluntary grants scheme. Admission is free. Old photograph­s are required and will be returned safely to the owners afterwards. More info: 087 6702903.

CONGRATULA­TIONS

Congratula­tions to Curry under-16 and minor football teams on winning county league finals last week, well done to their managers trainers and supporters.

CURRY FAIR

The annual Curry Fair has been moved from Aug bank holiday weekend this year to Sunday, August 20, An attractive programme of events is being planned.

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