Lanesboro Ballyleague notes
Death
From a family that gave so much to Lanesboro and our community it was fitting that another member of the Cox family should move to Lanesboro following his retirement and his death on Friday 12th June comes less than 6months after his beloved wife Leona who passed away on Christmas Day 2025. Ned Cox a brother of Mae Casey, Lehery and the late Mickie Cox along with his wife and son Aron retired to Lanesboro following a lifetime working in Canada, England and Longford. In his earlier life Ned was a very competent footballer with Ardagh and won a number of medals with the club – at that time his parish of Legan had no club and he played with the neighbouring Ardagh. He was a man that had a great eye for detail and creativity and his skill set was recognised far and wide. Ned was a wonderful family man and the passing of Leona saddened him greatly and joy of his life was Aron and his daughter-in-law Patricia and his grandchildren Amy, Sarah and Daniel. He was a man with many great stories to tell of his working times and the characters he met; he was deep into his family history and spent many hours and days exploring the family tree. Ned was a great character and loved nothing more than creating little bits of devilment to catch others out and never minded when the devilment was turned back on himself. Anyone that met or worked with Ned will recall all the great times, the talented and creative mind and the generous man he was. Ned’s passing will sadden the hearts of the many that knew him and remember him with great fondness for his kindness and generosity.
Ned’s remains reposed on Sunday 14th June at Glennon’s Funeral Home and on Monday the Mass of the Resurrection took place in St. Mary’s Church and following Mass he was laid alongside his beloved wife Leona in Clonbonny Cemetery.
To his son Aron, his sister Mae Casey, his brother John, his daughter-in-law Patricia, his grandchildren Amy, Sarah and Daniel, extended family, relatives and many friends we extend our deepest sympathy.
Cemetery Sunday for the parish of Rathcline
The weekend of Saturday 11th July and Sunday 12th July will see the Blessing of the Graves at the three cemeteries in the parish of Rathcline.
On Saturday 11th July there will be Mass in St. Mary’s church at 6.30pm and the Blessing of the Graves in St. John’s, Lanesboro Cemetery will take place following Mass.
On Sunday 12th July weather permitting there will be Mass in Clonbonny Cemetery at 1.30pm followed by the Blessing of the Graves.
The final Blessing of the Graves will take place following Mass in Rathcline Cemetery at 6pm.
Everybody that has a family grave in the three cemeteries are asked to be diligent in tending to the graves and ensuring that they are in great condition as we remember and honour all those from our families that have passed away. When working on your family graves you are reminded to take away all your weeding, old flowers and leave the cemetery in pristine condition.
Tidy your family Grave
With Cemetery Sunday only a few short weeks away everyone with family plots in St. John’s/Lanesboro, Rathcline and Clonbonny cemeteries are asked and encouraged to tend to their family graves and have them in pristine condition for the ceremonies.
When cleaning up the graves you are asked to bring home all the excess and dispose of it through your bin system. There is no facility for disposing of excess at any of the cemeteries. Thank you.
Road Closure
Two Provinces Triathlon ran by Lanesboro Triathlon Club is on Saturday July 11th with a road closure from 11 am to 2 pm between the Sliabh Bawn Ballyleague – Scramogue and Rathcline Road between O’Brien’s and Harold’s Cross . The Kidathon will take place on Friday 10th July with traffic restrictions from 7:30pm to 8:30pm, between O BRIEN’s Corner and Harold’s Cross. The Club wishes to thank the community for its continued support in running the race and apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Club Longford Car or €50,000 Cash Draw
The annual Club Longford GAA draw will once again take place this year. The first prize this year will be a brand new Hyundai Tucson Platinum PHEV or alternatively you can opt for €50,000 cash. 2nd prize is €1,500 sponsored by O’Hara Dolan, N4 Axis Centre, 3rd prize is €1,000 sponsored by Peter Hanley Motors and 4th prize is another €1,000 sponsored by Elgin Energy.
For those that buy their tickets early they will be in for the 3 early bird draws of 2 tickets for the upcoming Manchester United and Leeds United match in Croke Park on 12th August; 2 tickets for the All-Ireland Hurling Final with the inclusion of an overnight stay in the Castleknock Hotel and the third draw is 2 tickets for the All-Ireland Football Final with the inclusion of with an overnight stay in the Croke Park Hotel.
Tickets are on sale in O’Brien’s, they are priced at 1 for €20, 3 for €50, 7 for €100 or 12 for €150.
Sympathy
Our deepest sympathy to Bridie and Pat Connally and their son Patrick, Gurteengar, on the death of Bridie’s brother Liam McElgunn, Belturbet, Co. Cavan who passed away on Wednesday 17th June.
Organ Recital
There will be a 20-minute organ recital in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon, after the 11.30 am Mass next Sunday, 28th June. All are welcome
Sympathy
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Philomena McIntyre, Marino, Dublin and her family Ronan, Louise, Aengus and Clíodhna and their extended families on the death of her husband Thomas McIntyre on Monday 8th June. Philomena is daughter of the late Brian and Annie Carbury, Rathcline and Derryhaun.
Step aboard. Create lasting memories.
This summer why not take a trip on John Sorohan’s electric boat? Experience the peaceful lapping waters of the river without the noise of an engine. View the environment of Lanesboro from a different perspective.
Hear about the history of Upper Lough Ree.
This trip is perfect for families, couples, and groups.
Check us out at https://www.loughReeBoatingandWalkingTours.ie
Sympathy
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to John, Stephen and Daragh and their father Micheál Walsh, Corbo, Kilrooskey, on the death of Mrs Teresa Walsh, Barne, Edgeworthstown who passed away on Sunday 14th June
First Chapters – Early Years’ Service
First Chapters – Early Years Service will be opening its doors in the townsland of Clonbonny (on the Longford Road), with their brand new custom built early years service. The building will house 3 purpose –designed rooms for different stages of development.
You are invited to register your interest for; Baby Room, Toddler Room and Preschool Room. With place being limited you are advised to make early bookings by contacting Úna today by emailing firstchapters@hotmail.com
Tremendous work is on-going in preparation of the opening by Michael Hanley and his wife Úna and there is no doubt that it will be a state of the art facility for all the young children using First Chapters.
Michael and Úna are also opening A First Chapters in Roscommon Town in the new Oldwood Housing Estate.
Recruiting
Úna is recruiting Lead Early Years Educators, Early Years Educators and a Crèche Cook. If you are available for any of those positions you are asked to email Úna at firstchapters@hotmail.com
Echoes of BnM and ESB: The Grand Lanesboro & Ballyleague Reunion
We are endeavouring to make a magical trip down memory lane for all the families that came to Lanesboro and Ballyleague communities when they came to work with Bord na Mona and ESB since the mid 1950’s. We are remembering their parents and all the families that grew up going to school in the all the schools around the three housing estates of The Green, Cloontuskert and Derryhaun. We are also remembering all the families that came to work from all the surrounding parishes. There were also a number of years of apprentices that came to Lanesboro Vocational School now Lanesboro Community College and the committee would love to welcome them back too.
To help with the reconnection of everyone we would like that everyone that reads these notes and that have connections to anyone that comes from the above mentioned families that they would pass the word around of a giant gathering in Lanesboro on Saturday 26th September where we will all reconnect with Bord na Mona and ESB.
It is fitting and a right time to do this as the power station has been closed for seven years now and the Bord na Mona works is rapidly come to its life end and we should all celebrate what both companies and the people that it brought to work here and bring families and former workers back to the community that they made so great.
The organising group is asking you to share the news with old school friends, send vintage photos with names to lanesbororeconnection@gmail.com or drop physical copies into O’Brien’s. It would be made all the better if you could include names of the people in the photographs. Please put your name on anything you leave into O’Brien’s as we want to credit your input and be able to return them to you.
If you wish to scan them yourself you can send then to lanesbororeconnection@gmail.com The committee would love to receive all your memories.
Killashee & Clondra Parish
The process of collating the historical records of Killashee and Clondra Parish has just begun and the first publication sees a very detailed account of the history of faith in the parish subtitled ‘A History of Faith ‘has just become available.
The faith history and records of the parish is phenomenal and the detailing list of the clergy for both the Church of Ireland and the Roman Catholic going back to 1411.
The communities of St. Paul’s Church of Ireland and the Roman Catholic churches of St. Patrick’s (Killashee) and St. Brendan’s (Clondra) has and continues to play a major role in the parish such a long time.
This book is launched to coincide with a momentous occasion that is presently happening in the parish where Fr. Shea Casey and Fr. Jimmie McDonnell are both celebration the Golden Jubilee of their ordination into the priesthood.
This Killashee& Clondra Parish – A History of Faith is available in O’Brien’s costing just €25.
One–Day Pilgrimage to Lough Derg
The annual one-day pilgrimage to Lough Derg will take place this year on Sunday 23rd August. The bus will leave Ballyleague at 7am and booking is essential. Bookings can be made by contacting Mary 043 33 21969.
Holy Hill Hermitage
Everyone is invited to an Open Sunday at Holy Hill Hermitage in Skreen, Co. Sligo on Sunday week 5th July. Bishop John Fleming will celebrate mass at noon, and The Rejoice Gospel Choir from Ballina will sing. There will be hot dogs and music afterwards in the courtyard.
Lough Ree Access For All
The Lough Ree Access For All is running accessible and able bodied boat tours 3 times daily during the summer months. The services supplied are a Riverside Café, Sensory Shed, Virtual Reality experience, Powerboat training courses, and Lake Boat hire. You can see the full list of facilities and activities on the website www.loughreeboattrips.com ; email info@accessforallboatrips.com or phone 089 262 5505.
Shine Relatives and Supporters Group
A monthly support group for individuals supporting people living with mental health challenges. The support group occurs on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7pm – 8.30pm in REGARI Recovery College, Roscommon Town. Email support@shine.ie or call 086 040 7701.
St. Faithleach’s lotto
The St. Faithleach’s bi-weekly lottery draw took place in the clubhouse on Tuesday 9th June for a jackpot of €2,200. The numbers drawn were 8, 9, 10 and 23. There was nobody with the correct numbers and the jackpot was not won and the pool rises to €2,300 for the next draw. The winner of the €200 draw was Mary Claire Wallace, Strokestown Road.
€15,000 still remains to be won
The Lanesboro Tidy Towns lottery draw takes place every Tuesday morning in O’Brien’s at 10.30am. For the past number of months the jackpot has been static at its upper limit of €15,000 and with nobody having the correct numbers that €15,000 is still there to be won. The next draw takes on Tuesday 23rd June, for the jackpot of €15,000. Don’t miss your opportunity to get hold of the full €15,000 or share in the money. The numbers drawn in the last draw on Tuesday 16th June were 4, 8, 9 and 19. The winner of the €50 prize was Joe Kilbride, Strokestown Road, and three €20 prizes went to Kathleen Kelly, Carraroe, Mary Kelly, Rathcline Road, and Jenny and Faye Rooney, Carraroe.
The next draw takes place in O’Brien’s for the €15,000 on Tuesday 9th June and every Tuesday morning afterwards. The brown envelopes cost €2 each or you can buy 3 envelopes for just €5.
We would like to encourage everyone in the community to join in the playing of this very vital weekly draw. Tickets are on sale throughout the town.
Rathcline 50/50 Draw
The draw for the club 50/50 draw took place on Monday night last 15th June for another great prize of €646. The winning ticket was in the name of Thomas Hoare, Roscommon who was the recipient of the €646 cheque. As usual the winning cheque will be left in O’Brien’s for collection and can be usually collected on Wednesday evenings.
The Rathcline 50/50 draw takes place every Monday night in one of our local bars at 7.30pm. Your continued generous support is keeping the pool at a wonderfully high figure and it is greatly appreciated as it is making a great difference to the winner each week.
Hurlers/Camógs and coaches required
The resurrection of hurling has continued to grow in the Rathcline club with young players coming from many areas to learn the skill of hurling.
The club is open to accepting many more youngsters from under 8 upwards and their parents with an interest in hurling.
The number of girls turning up to learn the skills of Camogie is very encouraging and it is hoped that with a few more numbers there will also be a very active number of Camogie teams.
National Heritage Week
As previously mentioned in these notes The Shannonside Heritage Society will be holding a photographic exhibition to coincide with Irish Heritage week, which this year runs from the 15th-23rd August.
The theme this year is ‘Heritage at Risk’ and the exhibition will be held in St Mary’s hall.
We are looking in particular for any old photographs relating to: Bord na Mona, varies versions the Power Station, any domestic bog workings – cutting, harvesting, footing etc., any other photographs relative to other industrial works such as the Quarry, Tomato Farm, Windmill etc. etc.
Also, photographs of any lost buildings, buildings that have changed their use over the years, i.e. shops, pubs, hotels and any photographs of land and areas prior to development.
We are particularly keen to have any pictures that might show the river as a working environment, including any photos of the river banks packed with fishermen and boats as was often the case.
If you have any such photographs that you think will fit nicely with our exhibition then we would ask you to please:
Mark the back of the photograph with your name and phone number so that we can return them to you.
Leave them in an envelope with O’Brien’s Corner Shop marked for the attention of Andrew Knowles at Shannonside Heritage Society.
Please submit your photographs by 1st July 2026.
Shared Reading
A gentle and welcoming shared reading group takes place in the Roscommon library, open to people living with dementia and their carers. Come along to relax, enjoy listening to stories of local history or any topic, and share a cup of tea in a friendly, supportive setting. There is no pressure to read – simply listen and enjoy the company. Every second Wednesday at 11am starting this Wednesday 24th June. Roscommon Town Library Contact: 09066 37277 library@roscommoncoco.ie New members are always very welcome. If you or someone you know might enjoy this relaxed social gathering, please feel free to come along.
Shine Relatives & Supporters Group
A monthly support group for individuals supporting people living with mental health challenges occurs on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7pm – 8.30pm in REGARI Recovery College, Athlone Road, Roscommon Town. Email support@shine.ie or call 086 040 7701.
REGARI Recovery College is the single story building on the immediate right past the cemetery on the grounds of the Roscommon Hospital
Alzheimer Café
The Longford Alzheimer Cafe will hold their monthly Alzheimer Café on this Wednesday 24th June at 7.00pm in their office on Earl Street, Longford, opposite Mollaghan’s Furniture Store. Guest speaker on the night will be a PHN from Longford Primary Care Centre and her topic will be ‘The PHN role in caring for people with Dementia ‘ The Café will then run on the last Wednesday of every month, with a different speaker and topic each month. The Alzheimer Café will provide a safe, warm and welcoming space for people with dementia, their family and friends, along with social and health care professionals to meet and exchange ideas and learnings. For Further information you can contact Eileen on 085 8724475 .The Alzheimer Society of Ireland National Helpline is open six days a week Monday to Friday 10am–5pm and Saturday 10am–4pm on 1800 341 341. and the website is: www.alzheimer.ie
Farm Plastic Collection on this Thursday
Following a meeting last week to organise the annual ‘Farm Plastic’ collection for the coming season created their calendar dates. The St. Faithleach’s GAA grounds was once again nominated as one of the nationwide bring centres. The date scheduled for the local collection is this Thursday 25th June.
The Material Type and the prices at the Bring centre are:
Silage Wrap / Pit covers – €60 per Half Tonne with Label Code
Small Fertiliser/ Feed Bags/ Liners from Bulk Bags/ Pallet plastic wrap – €10 per Bag (500kg Fertiliser size bag)
Bulk Fertiliser /Feed Bags (Liners Removed) – €10 per Bag (500kg Fertiliser size bag)
Chemical Drums (Triple rinsed/ NO OIL DRUMS) – €10 per Bag (500kg Fertiliser size bag)
Net/Twine – €10 per Bag (500kg Fertiliser size bag).
For any further information you are asked to check the www.farmplastics.ie website
Ballinamuck Social Dancing & Community Gathering
The next Social evening is Sunday, 28th June from 5-7 pm in the ’98 Memorial Hall, Ballinamuck Village (N39 Y7C1). The music will be provided by Pat Daly.
This is a great opportunity for a dance, a cuppa, and a catch-up with friends old and new – looking forward to welcoming everyone! Newcomers are always welcome! For more info contact: Aisling 086 3663901
Popular books back on the shelves
The long awaited copies of the very popular ‘In the Wake of the Bagger’ by Jack Harte have just arrived back on the shelves and they are on sale at just €14.
Kieran Feeney’s first book of poetry – Opaque sold out very quickly and in recent times more books have become available. The book of poetry is on sale in O’Brien’s costing €15.
Likewise with Daniel Mc Gann’s first book Odyssey, it has been a resounding local success and new stock. Daniel’s debut book is on sale in O’Brien’s at €20.
The Joker survives again
The Joker is on the rise once again and on Saturday night last the Joker was not cut from the deck of cards and another €100 will be added to the jackpot for next week. The Joker stands at €2,800 from the remaining 44 cards on Saturday night next 27th June in the St. Faithleach’s clubhouse.
The €100 draw took place and the two winners of last Saturday’s draw winners, 20th June, were Faye Rooney and Jimmy Tracey.
Be in with your chance to have a cut for the Joker by buying tickets online on the ClubSpot portal St. Faithleach’s, from any of the organising committee or in the clubhouse on Saturday night.
Short Breaks Scheme
Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children & adults who have an intellectual disability? Corlann West, Homeshare Roscommon is recruiting host carers. Training and support will be provided. Tax exempt/Allowances paid. For further information email www.Homeshareroscommon@corlann.ie or phone Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.
N. A Meetings
N.A. physical meetings on Tuesday nights from 8 – 9 p.m. in Room 13 at St. Coman’s Club,
Ballyleague Bingo
Ballyleague Bingo continues in Ballyleague Hall every Thursday night. The first numbers will be called at 8.30pm.
The club is extremely grateful for your on-going tremendous support.
Your link to support the new Ballyleague Community First Responder
We’re excited to announce the birth of Ballyleague Community First Responder (CFR), a collaborative effort led by Maciek Koczur, a paramedic and supervisor with the Roscommon Ambulance Service, who lives in Ballyleague. Last summer, Maciek issued a call to the community to form a volunteer group, and together with a local committee, we’re turning that call into action.
Key milestone: 12 dedicated volunteers are ready to train and serve as first responders in our community, with training coordinated by Miriam Burke, our Training Officer.
What we’re aiming for:
The installation of 6 new defibrillators at strategic locations around Ballyleague to ensure rapid access during cardiac emergencies.
Build a trained, ready team that can bridge the gap until advanced medical help arrives.
Why this matters:
An invaluable resource for Ballyleague, potentially increasing survival rates from cardiac events.
A community-driven approach to emergency readiness and neighbourly care.
How you can help:
Donations will go directly to equipment, training, and clothing for our responders.
All funds will support the on-going development of the CFR and the safety of our community.
Your link for supporting the Go Fund me campaign is https://gofund.me/ad43f1a20 and you are asked to be generous in your support.
Chit Chat
The local ‘Chit Chat’ group that meets between 10am and 12pm in Adie’s bar every Friday from 10am until 12 noon.
Cúl Camps advance notice
Longford GAA’s Kellogg’s sponsored Cúl Camp will take place at the Rathcline GAA club’s grounds in Clonbonny on Monday next 29th June. We are sure that once again the camp will see the “Full Camp” signs up. We hope that all the youngsters have a fabulous camp.
Ballyleague Hall caretaker
Liam Garvey is caretaker of Ballyleague Hall. For all bookings and requests you can contact Liam on 085-1698032
Lanesboro Library
Parent & Toddler Morning
Join us Wednesdays from 11am – 12pm for our weekly parent and toddler morning.
Tea & Coffee provided and plenty of books, toys, and space for the little ones to enjoy. All Enquiries: lanesborolibrary@longfordcoco.ie or 0433321291
Ciorcal Comhrá
The Irish Conversation Group that met in the library every Thursday has call a halt to the ‘Comhrá’ for the summer months and the conversations will recommence in September. All enquiries: lanesborolibrary@longfordcoco.ie or 043332129
My Open Library
My Open Library gives patrons extended, staff-free access to the library from 8am to 10pm, 365 days a year using their library card. Call into the library to learn how the system works, see a demonstration, and sign up for extended access. Whether you want to use the library to study after hours, pick up a book on the way home from work or get out of the house with your little ones on a rainy day, My Open Library can provide you the access you need!
To keep an eye on upcoming events, you can visit the library or online on longfordlibrary.ie and searching for library events.
All Enquiries: lanesborolibrary@longfordcoco.ie or 0433321291.
Coping Skills Program
“Seeking Safety” is a free coping skills program for women affected by trauma, mental health and/or addiction. Learn new ways to cope safely with your own triggers, impulses and symptoms and gain a more compassionate understanding of yourself and “take back your power from the impacts of trauma, mental health and/or addiction. The program is funded by the HSE and is being delivered in Castlerea and Boyle with a new group starting in Roscommon Town. For more information, please contact Lorraine in complete confidence. 094 96 21690/lcampbell@rwn.ie
Talk to the Samaritans
Are you struggling to cope with life? Do you think it would be a help to talk about your problem with a member of the Samaritans in total confidence and confidentially? It does not matter who you are, how you feel or what has happened to you, a private chat with the assurance of confidentially can mean a lot. The alternative to getting down is a chat with a member of the Samaritans and that facility is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year so do not hesitate calling the Freephone number 116123 for your support.
ALONE
Would you be willing to provide companionship to an older person locally? ALONE are seeking volunteers in your area. Full training and support provided. If interested, please apply via the ALONE website at www.alone.ie or for further information please contact us on volunteer@alone.ie or call 0818 222 024. If you are over 60 and would like to know more about the services ALONE can offer you, please call 0818 222 024.
Notes inclusions
Anybody that wants items included in the local notes is advised that they have their note with me on a Sunday night at the very latest. This is to ensure inclusion in the notes of the following week.
Lanesboro Garda Station
Lanesboro Garda Station has just posted a notice telling of its opening times where the station will have a member of the force in attendance for the public. Lanesboro station will be open on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 11am. The station will be open at those times unless the local Garda is dealing with a situation that requires their attendance.
Co. Longford Citizens Advice Centre
Co. Longford Citizens Information Service has recently been restructured and is currently under new management.
They continue to provide free, impartial, and confidential information, advice, and advocacy services to the public on social services, rights, and entitlements. The range of areas covered by the citizens information centre are extremely wide including social welfare rights and entitlements and other social issues such as employment, health services, housing, education, family matters and consumer rights, all where people need access to information.
The way people access the services changed during Covid and now they currently deal with a large number of queries over the telephone, however, they continue to provide our drop-in times and welcome people to their face-to-face service five mornings a week from the Longford office. The services are provided by experienced trained Information Officers who are there to help you.
The centre is located on level 1 within Longford Shopping Centre and direction can be obtained at the reception desk from Monday to Friday from 9.30am until 5.00pm. The office closes for lunch from 1pm until 2pm.
Support Group
Relatives and friends of anyone who has an alcoholic problem are welcome to attend meetings in the Family Centre at the back of St. Mel’s Cathedral. The meetings take place every Tuesday evening at 7pm.
ALONE
Support line for older people
ALONE manage a national support line and additional support for older people who have concerns or are still facing difficulties relating to Covid-19. Professional staff is available to answer queries and give advice and reassurance where necessary. The support line is open seven days a week from 8am until 8pm. Text TALK to 50808 to begin.
Local Health Service
The health service is here for us all, from routine to urgent calls. HSELive is here 7 days a week to answer questions. The number to ring is Freephone 1800 700700.
Roscommon University Hospital Injury Unit is available from 8am to 8pm seven days, a week and the contact number is 09066 32212.
Emergency Department deals with serious injuries and life-threatening emergencies if you need urgent medical help. They are open 24 hours a day and can be contacted by phoning 999 or 112.
St. Mary’s Church Lanesboro
Priest contacts: If you have a need to contact any one of the priests you can do so by phoning Fr. Merlyn Kenny 086 0603433 or Fr. Turlough Baxter 087 9972259.
You can also contact parish secretary Maireád Rooney by calling into the presbytery from Tuesday to Thursday, 10.30am to 2.30pm.or she can be contacted on the phone at 3321166.
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confession time in the Prayer Room takes place on the first Friday of each month from 6.30pm to 7pm.The next opportunity is on Friday week 3rd July.
Smart Recovery: Smart recovery is an evidence based addiction recovery group, where participants learn self-empowering techniques to aid their recovery by overcoming addictive behaviour. There is a meeting every Friday evening in Vita House in Roscommon Town from 7pm to 8.30pm. For information contact Conor at 086 1702919 or info@smartrecovery.ie
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland: The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is open six days a week Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm and Saturday from 10am to 4pm. The society provides an opportunity for all of us to stand together and support people with dementia. Their phone number is 1800 341 341 and their website is www.alzheimer.ie
Kilgefin Parish Notes
Contact: Fr Daniel can be contacted at 089 270 6060
Caretaker: Liam Garvey is now caretaker of Ballyleague Hall. For all bookings and requests you can contact Liam on 085-1698032
Graveyard Mass: The 33rd annual Kilteevan graveyard Mass will be celebrated in the new section of Kilteevan graveyard on Saturday week 4th July at 7pm. If the weather is inclement the Mass will take place in the church.
Newsletter inclusion: Any items you want included in the newsletter you must email the contents to kilgefinparish21@gmail.com on or before the Wednesday of that week.
Medjugorje Pilgrimage: The Medjugorje Pilgrimage will take place from the 21st – 28th October, from Knock €915 (Single Supplement €170). There is limited availability so early booking is advisable. Spiritual Director for the pilgrimage is: Fr. John Keane. The costs include flights/ accommodation/meals/programme. For information and bookings please contact Christina 0861546099 or Carol 0879581495
Dioceses of Achonry And Elphin Pilgrimage To Lourdes –
Assisted Pilgrim Section: The Dioceses of Achonry and Elphin Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from 28th August – 2nd September inclusive, under the leadership of Bishop Kevin Doran. Pilgrimage highlights includes Mass at the Grotto, Torchlight and Blessed Sacrament Processions, Anointing of the Sick, Water Ceremony. Flights are ex Knock Airport. The Pilgrimage includes the Assisted Pilgrim Section. Those who travel as part of the Assisted Pilgrim Section will stay in Accueil Notre Dame, which is situated near the Grotto and Sanctuary area. They will be cared for by the Diocesan Pilgrimage Care Team whilst in Lourdes. Application forms for the Assisted Pilgrim Section and full details are available from Very Rev. Ray Milton, P.P., Pilgrimage Director, St. John’s, Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon. (Tel: 090 666 1115). Closing date for receipt of completed Application Forms is this Thursday 11th June. All other enquiries in relation to the Pilgrimage can be directed to Joe Walsh Tours (JWT) at 016852244 or email info@joewalshtours.ie
Short Breaks Scheme: Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children/adults who have an intellectual disability? Corlann West, Homeshare Roscommon is recruiting host carers. Training/support provided. Tax exempt allowances paid. Email: Homeshareroscommon@corlann.ie call Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.
St. Faithleach’s GAA news
● Senior League: Topline Wards O’Gara Cup (Division 2)
Round 11 will take place against St Michael’s on Friday 26th June @ 8.00pm in Ardcarne Park.
● Junior League: Cryan’s Hotel (Division 4)
Round 7 Results: St. Faithleach’s (3:15): Kilbride (2:08)
League Final will take place against Boyle. Date to be confirmed.
● Ladies Junior League (Division 4) League concludes
● U-16 Ladies League (Division 2B) League concludes
● U-14 Boys League (Division 3) concludes
● U-14 Ladies League (Division 3) concludes
● U-13 Boys Keenan Cup:
Round 2 Result: St. Faithleachs (1-11): Elphin/Ballinameen (3-10)
● Cards: 25 continues every Tuesday evening in the clubhouse
● Joker Draw: No Joker was found this weekend. The new Jackpot is €2,800, with 44 cards plus the Joker. The draw takes place every Saturday night in the clubhouse. Tickets available on the night, on our ClubSpot App or online (https://member.clubspot.app/club/st-faithleachs-gaa/fundraisers). *Last Jackpot winner was bought online