Lanesboro Ballyleague Notes
Return visit to Parish Hall
Coming
to St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Lanesboro, on Thursday 13th
October is John King.
John is an energy healer who works with angelic energy to aid in physical, emotional
and spiritual healing. John also reads angel cards, oracle cards and Zen tarot.
To book appointments contact John at 085-1232957.
Death
The
entire area was shocked and saddened when learning of the death of Mrs Annie
Cox, Erra, Curraghroe on Wednesday 28th September. Annie was
predeceased by her husband John some time back and more recently by her brother
Bernie Joe Nerney and sister Mary Liz. She was a lady of great standing and she
was a lady that had a great way with people as was clearly evident by the large
turnout at both her removal from her son Andrews home. Annie will be long
remembered for her generosity of her time to anyone that may be in need of assistance.
Her remains were removed to St. Cecelia’s Church Curraghroe on Thursday and
following her Funeral Mass on Friday her remains were interred in Cloontuskert
Cemetery. To her sons Andrew, Vincent and Sean, daughters Angela and Breda,
sisters Evelyn Rita and Brigid, relatives and many friends we extend our
deepest sympathy.
Lanesboro Bridge
Club
The
results of the competition held on Wednesday 5th October are: N/S 1st
Renee Walsh & Philomena Walsh, 2nd Marie Sheeran & Mary Mc
Gushin, and 3rd Mona O’Flaherty & Bernadette Gillen. E/W 1st
Brid Mc Dermott & Una Lawlor, 2nd Phil Chalmers & Cyril
Hussey and 3rd Tom Feeney & Una Clarke.
Table Quiz
Lanesboro
Primary School Parents Association is hosting a Table Quiz in Clarke’s Bar on
Friday 21st October at 8.30pm.A table of 4 will cost €40. Following
the quiz an individual 10 question spot quiz will take place. Entry to this
quiz is €5. Your support will be greatly appreciated.
Sympathy
We
would like to offer our sincere sympathy to Sinead and Gerry Kiernan, Clonfower
on the death last week of Sinead’s mother Mrs Elizabeth Moughty, Ballymahon.
Alzheimer
Society says Thank You
The
Longford branch of the Alzheimer Society would like to say a big thank you to
all that contributed generously to their recent Church Gate collection which
realised €582.45.
Table Quiz
A
table Quiz will take place in St. Faithleach’s Clubhouse on this Friday night
14th October commencing at 9.30pm. There will be novelty/fun
questions. Teams will be tables of 4.
Card Nights
Packie
Feeney is hosting card nights in aid of the Irish Hospice Foundation in
Lanesboro Co-Op on Sunday next 16th and also in the Peer Inn on
Sunday next 16th, in St. Faithleach’s on Tuesday 18th in
the Community Centre Kenagh on Thursday 20th and finishing in Tang
Community Centre on Friday 21st October. Packie would be grateful
for any donations or indeed sponsorship.
Sympathy
We
would like to extend our sympathy to Tom Gill and family, Ballyglass on the
death last week of Tom’s brother Ray Gill, Teffia Park, Longford.
Death
The
news of the death on Tuesday last 4th October at Mullingar Hospital
of Jarlath Murray, The Green was a great shock to the entire local communities.
Jarlath was a man born and reared in Ballyleague and after some time away from
the area he returned to work with Bord na Mona until his retirement. Jarlath
was predeceased by his wife Freda and daughter Marian. He was a man that had a
wonderful interest in anything involving our communities and was a great
supporter of anything local. He was a founder member of Lough Ree Athletic club
which he dedicated a huge amount of his spare time. He was a wonderful
neighbour and friend and always willing to assist anyone in their time of need.
His remains reposed in Smyth’s Funeral Home on Thursday last before his removal
to St. Mary’s Church. Following his funeral mass on Friday his remains were
laid to rest in Clonbonny cemetery. To his sons George, Tommy and Greg,
brothers Aidan, Kieran and Donald, relatives and friends we extend our heartfelt
sympathy.
Rathcline GAA
Ladies
There
will be a clothing recycling drive on this Wednesday 12th October at
7.30pm at the GAA grounds in Clonbonny.
The club is seeking any unwanted clothes, bed linen, towels, and
textiles including shoes, bags and belts and soft toys and books (novels).
Please
keep textiles separate from clothing. You can drop off your items at the
clubhouse between 6pm and 8pm.
If
you cannot make to the club house on Wednesday and still want to donate please
contact Madaleine Murray 086-1500123.
Lough Ree AC
After
the excitement of the 5k series and the counties Primary School cross-country it’s
back to the grindstone with the longish run. The Tuesday evenings (5.15pm) time
trials continue at Clonbonny as usual. It is noticeable that regular participants
are enjoying are improving their time. For instance Orla Keane clocked 12min 13
sec on the 6th Sept, the
following Tuesdays, she recorded 11.05, 12.12, and 12.06 and on Tuesday last 4th
October 10.09sec. The figures speak for themselves. Orla is rated as a sprinter
but if she develops stamina as well, middle distance runners better look
out. She is not the only one improving
their time, Caoilinn Flood is doing the same as is her brother Cronan who
brought in the best time of the year 8.33. Another consistent performer is
Isabella Farrell and to prove her form she was the first finisher in the Tarmonbarry
Fun Run on Sunday last. Indeed Caoilinn finished well up in the U10 race. The
club is not aware if anymore travelled to this annual fixture that Lanesboro
native Eddie Leavy helped to organise.
The
club issues an open invitation to attend the time trials at Clonbonny on
Tuesday evenings at 5.15. The results are then available in O’Brien’s shop
window.
It
is with deep regret the club learned of the deaths of Mick Enright and Jarlath
Murray. Jarlath was a founder member of the club, while Mick was a great
supporter in the early years when his son Paul won an All-Ireland medal in the
800mm. Mick’s daughter Mary’s continues the tradition in the athletic club as
her children are now involved with the club. The club extends sincere sympathy
to both families.
Lanesboro
Library Activities
Come along and check out our new
Fiction and Non-Fiction titles available now!
Our opening times are as follows: Monday 2pm
– 8pm, Tuesday 2pm – 6pm, Wednesday 2pm – 8pm, Friday 10am – 1pm and 2pm – 5pm
and Saturday 10am – 1pm.
French Classes starting
soon. If you are interested contact Stella on 043 332 1291
Aisling Festival – Arts
& Crafts with Claire Balfe will take place in the library on Wednesday 26th
October at 4pm. €5 charge. Contact Stella for details on 043 332 1291
Peregrine Readings: Authors
Marita Conlon McKenna, Conor Kostick and Mary Rose Callaghan will read from
their works on Wednesday 9th November at 7.30pm. All welcome.
Lough Ree 2000 Bridge
The results of the competition held
on Monday 3rd October are
N/S: 1st Kathleen Kelly
/ Joan Donnellan, 2nd Joan Browne / Eileen Watts, 3rd Mai
Casey / Margaret Gillen and 4th Loretta Cooney /Maureen Mulryan
E/W: 1st Hannah Clyne /
Maureen Hynes, 2nd Helen O’Shea / Mary Mulvihill, 3rd Bridie
McGrath / Mary Moran and 4th Ger/Breda Clarke.
Please note that the club has moved back to the Co-Op Hall for club Bridge.
The competition starts at 8.00 p.m. and
you are asked to be seated at 7.55 please.
St. Faithleach’s GAA
U12:
Pride of the Parish goes to our U12 Squad along with their Manager/Mentors,
Gerry Nerney & John Tynan who were the Winners in the Division 3 County
Summer League when they defeated Ballinameen on Saturday last in Oran.
Following on from a victory in the Play-offs against Kilbride, St. Faithleachs
won 3-4 to 1-7 to secure their place in the Final on Saturday last where they
defeated Ballinameen. This final got off to a blustering start with Faithleachs
going 2 points up in the first 5 minutes, but tension built as Ballinameen were
awarded a penalty. Keeper, Michael O’Donnell proved up to the task, pulling off
a cracking save & this set the tone for the rest of the match. Faithleachs
continued to play some great football with a goal from Ian Trautt, points from
Jordon Donlon & Cormac Gannon to bring a half-time lead of 1-10 to 1-7.
After the break, Faithleachs did great work with Connell Kennelly proving very
strong in mid-field & Karl Nerney put in great work in defence while
Captain, Jordon played a real captains role. Faithleachs ran out comfortable
winners in the end with a great all-round effort & a great team performance
from all players on the panel. Final Score – St. Faithleachs 3-18 Ballinameen
2-8. Team: Michael O’Donnell, Sean Farrell, Gavin Carberry, Marie Kelly, Daniel
McDermott, Connell Kennelly(0-1), Karl Nerney, Ian Trautt(1-0) Jordon Donlon
Capt.(1-10), Cormac Gannon(0-6), Daniel Cox. Subs: Ruairí Trimble, Ellen Irwin
(1-0), Kevin Trautt, Liam Ormsby, Michael Dunne (0-1), Cian O’Brien, Cathal
Reynolds, T.J O’Neill, Joe Gill, Conor Rohan, James Browne, Eanna Donoghue.
Following the game the team along with their Management & a huge following
of supporters toured the parish & were greeted with a Bonfire at St.
Faithleachs GAA Club grounds & had an enjoyable evening to celebrate their
wonderful achievement. St. Faithleachs GAA Club President, Mickey Kelly
presented the Shield to Captain, Jordon Donlon & Medals were presented to
all players on the Panel. Huge Congratulations & many thanks to
Manager/Mentors Gerry Nerney & John Tynan for their commitment &
efforts throughout the year. Thanks to Gerry Nerney, John Tynan & St.
Faithleachs GAA Club for sponsorship for this event. Many thanks to all parents
who were a great support throughout the year & well done to all involved.
Thanks to all who helped with the refreshments in the Club House.
Minor
Ladies: Hard luck to our Minor Ladies who were defeated by Elphin, by the
narrowest of margins (1 point) in the League Semi-Final on Saturday last.
Cards:
Every Tuesday in the Club House, 9.00pm. All welcome.
Congratulations:
To Ollie Kelly who was appointed to Referee the Connaught FBD League Final in
New York, Sunday 9th October.
Barn
Dance: The Club is holding a Barn Dance on Sunday Night 30th October. Music
& Craic with Padraig Kearns, Country & Western/Irish Music Band.
Tickets now on sale €8. Cowboy/girl dress optional. Come along for what
promises to be a great nights entertainment.
Scór:
We are hoping to revive Scór within St. Faithleachs GAA Club. Anyone interested
either as a Singer, Dancer, or to just give a helping hand, please contact Jacqui
on 0861721181
Zumba
Fitness: Zumba Fitness Classes continue in the Club House on Wednesday
evenings, 7.30pm to 8.30pm (Please arrive 15 minutes before start of class).
All welcome.
Table
Quiz: Friday 14th October in the Club House. Tables of four €40. .
Upcoming
Events: Cloontuskert NS are holding a Kids Halloween Disco, 28th October,
7.00pm to 9.00pm. Look out for Cookery Demonstration in St. Faithleachs GAA
Club House, November. Bachelor Night, 3rd December, details to follow.
Sympathy:
The Club extends deepest sympathy to the Murray Family on the death of Jarlath
Murray, The Green. To his sons, brothers, extended family, relatives &
friends. The Club extends deepest sympathy to Tom & Linda Gill &
Family, Ballyglass, on the death of Tom’s brother Raymond Gill.
Rathcline Ladies
GAA
Hard
luck to the Rathcline Ladies senior team who were beaten by St. Laurence’s of
Kildare in the semi-final of the Leinster Junior Championship on Saturday last.
The girls put up a great display but unfortunately the opposition proved too
strong. The club would like to thank everyone who travelled to the match and
supported them along the way. The club would also like to thank the following
sponsors who contributed to our table quiz or helped us in our fundraising
activities; Lanesboro Triathlon club, Rathcline Minor club, Bord na Mona,
Padraig Brewster, David Dowd, Eddie Shea, Steve Peters, Shannon Cuts, Laura’s
Beauty Salon, Dominic McGrath, Michael Flynn Car Sales, Albert Cooney, Margaret
Gillen, Keane’s Super Value, Gareth Johnston Pharmacy, The Yacht Bar, Ibotz,
Nolan Motors, Peter Hanley Motors, Bunageddy Equestrian Centre, Joe Tyrell,
Magan’s Killashee, Chris Cullen and Adie and Gerard Farrell. We would also like
to thank all the countless other people who made contributions, as our Leinster
campaign would not have been possible without this support.
Rathcline GAA
Hard
luck to the senior team who were beaten by Carrickedmond in the league on
Sunday. The team were beaten by 10 points to 7. This now means that the team go
into a relegation playoff against Cashel next weekend in a bid to stay in
Division 1. The match is due to take place on Sunday 16th but please
check fixtures to confirm time and venue.
Hard
luck to the Rathcline ladies who were beaten by St. Laurence’s of Kildare in
the Leinster Semi-final. The score of the match was 3-13 to 1-11 to Kilcullen.
Unfortunately the girls missed out on a Leinster Final spot but it was very
encouraging to see the team get this far in the competition. Well done to all
involved with the ladies club on their success this year.
The
club would like to extend our sympathies to the Murray family, The Green, on
the death of Jarlath Murray. RIP.
We
would also like to extend our sympathies to the family and friends of the late
Vice President of Longford GAA, Padraic Gearty. RIP
Monster Boat Pike Angling Competition:
There
will be a Monster Boat competition on Sunday the 23rd Oct. in Lanesboro
Fishing
will be from 11am to 4pm and entries will be taken from 9am at Lanesboro harbour
beside the duck pond. There will be a total of €1200 in prize money. The entry
fee: €30 per boat with a maximum of 4 rods per boat, 2 rods per person.
The
presentation of prizes will be held in the Yacht Bar
This
is a catch and release competition and all boats must carry a suitable tank to
hold fish.
It
is required that all anglers have club insurance and it is also advised that
all anglers wear life jackets on the day. Anyone caught deviating from the
rules will be disqualified.
A
full list of rules and a map of the fishing area will be available on the day
Remember; conservation
of coarse fish byelaw no. 806, 2006
A person may not attempt to fish for
pike or coarse fish in freshwater with more than two (2) rods at any one time.