Week ending 26th December 2009 www.tourmakeady.com
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Closed until next year
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Closed until next year
Parent & Toddler Group
Closed until next year
Over 60’s Club
Closed until next year.
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
For information - Planning Notice – Mayo County Council
Development Address – Churchfield Upper Tourmakeady Castlebar. Reference number 091291 Description – Construct a 20 metre high monopole with antenna, transmission dishes and ladder attached, associated works, equipment, cabinets, access track and fencing. - Applicants Name and Address Hutchison 3G Ireland Ltd., 3 Ireland, Floor 3, 6 – 10 Suffolk Street Dublin.
Tourmakeady bonus number game
WINNERS of the December 19, bonus number game are Ann and Tom Sherran, Derrendafderg. Also Tom and Maura Staunton, Shanvallyard. Both families receive €100 for choosing number 5.
Knitting Circle
FOLLOWING the recent meeting it was agreed to start the knitting circle in January 2010. There has been a lot of interest. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. Contact will be made in January to set a date and time. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year. Thank you to everyone that attended. We will be in touch in the New Year.
Forward Notice
RENOVATION work will soon be commencing on the hall – we are just waiting for a break in the weather. The hall will still be in use while most of the work is in progress, however when the roof is being renewed we will not be able to use the hall and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We will try to work around events but hope that the benefit to the community when the work is completed will have made it worthwhile.
Tourmakeady Website
YOU may be interested to know that the address of the website promoting the area is www.tourmakeady.com If you are interested in advertising on the website or have any articles of interest or photographs that we can publish please contact us on eolas@tourmakeady.com
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the pension / fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. Forms are available in Tourmakeady Hall.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to Walkers
PLEASE wear reflective clothing while out walking - in particular at night.
Recycle facility activities
EVERYONE in the community is asked to use the recycling bins properly and not to leave bags, boxes or other items on the ground. Thank you for your co operation.
Update re Walking Guide Workshop
For all those who gave their names for the Walking Guide Workshop we will be in touch about the workshop dates in the New Year sorry for the delay.
Update on Mayo in Motion
As part of Mayo in Motion, Mayo Walking Partnership in association with Mayo Sports Partnership and Tourmakeady Community Group we will be running this programme in the Spring 2010. The Fit Walking Clinic will teach participants how to optimise every ounce of fitness from walking. More details in the New Year.
Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
WE would like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas and Prosperous New Year.
Masters All-Ireland medal celebrations
ONCE again Tourmakeady GAA club had reason to celebrate at the weekend when one of its outstanding footballers took home a well earned masters All-Ireland medal.
It was the first of many for Michael John Walsh hopefully and a well deserved achievement for this committed footballer. He is dedicated to his club and also the green and red of Mayo.
Playing in a relatively new position for Michael John, at centre field, he was on the score board in most games.
In the final Mayo defeated a strong Tyrone team 1-8 to 0-7. Seven days earlier Mayo outclassed Dublin 1-15 to 0-5.
Michael John already has county and Connaught intermediate medals and now the All-Ireland masters. He follows in the footsteps of Tom Heneghan, who has four masters to his credit. Congratulations to Michael John from the community and especially from his GAA team club members and supporters.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are Josephine Mitchell Daly and Francis and Martin O’Neill. Both families receive €100 each. Five hundred litres of heating oil was also given away on the December 19, draw. Well done to all the winners and also to Texoil for the sponsorship. The next draw is on Saturday, December 26.
Partry Athletic soccer club awards night
PARTRY Athletic soccer club is having their awards and social night on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at the Lough Inn, Partry. Tickets and details are available from Barry Bourke or Vincent Horan. The annual St. Stephen’s Day game is at 2.30 p.m. and all money raised will go to the Mayo/Roscommon Hospice fund.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place of Paddy Heneghan, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Formerly of Drimcoggie, Srah, he was brother of Mary Staunton, Drimcoggie; Michael Heneghan, Ballygarry and Nora Walsh, Killawalla, Westport. He is survived in the United States by his wife Madeleine and family. Paddy will be laid to rest on Tuesday, December 22. May his soul rest in peace.
Fundraising in Marie Luke’s for Galway victims of flooding
A BIG crowd is expected on Wednesday, December 23, at Maire Luke’s Bar and Restaurant, for a fundraiser in aid of the Galway victims of the recent flooding. Admission will be free. There will be a donation box on the night. There will be many raffle prizes on offer. Musicians from many parts will gather for this traditional style fundraiser. The entire community is asked to support it.
There is also a top class music programme on St. Stephen’s night and new year’s eve.
On St. Stephen’s night, Cois Tina will be on stage and on new year’s night there is the Paddy Hoban show, followed by a disco special.
Booking is now taking place for a new year’s day lunch special. Telephone (094) 9544080 to make a booking. Seasons greetings to all Maire Luke’s customers.
Michael John Casey would also like to wish all the readers of this column a happy Christmas and health and happiness in 2010.
Church rota
FR. Standún will read at the Saturday night 8 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Carmel Garvey and Kathleen Staunton. Marion O’Malley will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Martin O’Neill and Patricia Heneghan. Philomena and Margaret are on church care week.
The Village Inn
THE Village Inn, Partry, will be serving bar food on Sunday, December 27 and also January 3, 2010. Telephone (094) 9543249 for bookings. Seasons greetings are extended to all the Village Inn customers.
Self help collection
A TOTAL of €365 was collected for self help at the recent church gate collection, at Masses in Tourmakeady and Bunaun Oratory. A sincere thanks is extended to everyone who helped out and donated.
Waterfall magazine
THE ever popular Waterfall magazine is now on sale at Martin Murphy’s, Ballinrobe; Wynn’s newsagent, Main Street, Castlebar; Cummins and Sweeney’s, Ballinrobe, The Village Inn and Lough Inn, Partry, Walsh’s, Killawalla; Tourmakeady post office and also Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant.
It is the perfect Christmas present. A 140 page annual for just €8. It is selling fast and there maybe a pre-Christmas sell-out.
Loolera draw winner
WINNER of the November Loolera Tourmakeady monthly draw was Eileen O’Malley, Killawalla. The next draw will be on December 31.
Mass times
CHRISTMAS Eve Mass will be at 8 p.m. on Thursday, December 24 and in Tourmakeady, on Christmas Day, at 11.30 a.m. which is the months mind for Paddy King R.I.P.
Thank you
A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007.
Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
Closed until next year
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Closed until next year
Parent & Toddler Group
Closed until next year
Over 60’s Club
Closed until next year.
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
For information - Planning Notice – Mayo County Council
Development Address – Churchfield Upper Tourmakeady Castlebar. Reference number 091291 Description – Construct a 20 metre high monopole with antenna, transmission dishes and ladder attached, associated works, equipment, cabinets, access track and fencing. - Applicants Name and Address Hutchison 3G Ireland Ltd., 3 Ireland, Floor 3, 6 – 10 Suffolk Street Dublin.
Tourmakeady bonus number game
WINNERS of the December 19, bonus number game are Ann and Tom Sherran, Derrendafderg. Also Tom and Maura Staunton, Shanvallyard. Both families receive €100 for choosing number 5.
Knitting Circle
FOLLOWING the recent meeting it was agreed to start the knitting circle in January 2010. There has been a lot of interest. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. Contact will be made in January to set a date and time. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year. Thank you to everyone that attended. We will be in touch in the New Year.
Forward Notice
RENOVATION work will soon be commencing on the hall – we are just waiting for a break in the weather. The hall will still be in use while most of the work is in progress, however when the roof is being renewed we will not be able to use the hall and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We will try to work around events but hope that the benefit to the community when the work is completed will have made it worthwhile.
Tourmakeady Website
YOU may be interested to know that the address of the website promoting the area is www.tourmakeady.com If you are interested in advertising on the website or have any articles of interest or photographs that we can publish please contact us on eolas@tourmakeady.com
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the pension / fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. Forms are available in Tourmakeady Hall.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to Walkers
PLEASE wear reflective clothing while out walking - in particular at night.
Recycle facility activities
EVERYONE in the community is asked to use the recycling bins properly and not to leave bags, boxes or other items on the ground. Thank you for your co operation.
Update re Walking Guide Workshop
For all those who gave their names for the Walking Guide Workshop we will be in touch about the workshop dates in the New Year sorry for the delay.
Update on Mayo in Motion
As part of Mayo in Motion, Mayo Walking Partnership in association with Mayo Sports Partnership and Tourmakeady Community Group we will be running this programme in the Spring 2010. The Fit Walking Clinic will teach participants how to optimise every ounce of fitness from walking. More details in the New Year.
Coiste Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
WE would like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas and Prosperous New Year.
Masters All-Ireland medal celebrations
ONCE again Tourmakeady GAA club had reason to celebrate at the weekend when one of its outstanding footballers took home a well earned masters All-Ireland medal.
It was the first of many for Michael John Walsh hopefully and a well deserved achievement for this committed footballer. He is dedicated to his club and also the green and red of Mayo.
Playing in a relatively new position for Michael John, at centre field, he was on the score board in most games.
In the final Mayo defeated a strong Tyrone team 1-8 to 0-7. Seven days earlier Mayo outclassed Dublin 1-15 to 0-5.
Michael John already has county and Connaught intermediate medals and now the All-Ireland masters. He follows in the footsteps of Tom Heneghan, who has four masters to his credit. Congratulations to Michael John from the community and especially from his GAA team club members and supporters.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are Josephine Mitchell Daly and Francis and Martin O’Neill. Both families receive €100 each. Five hundred litres of heating oil was also given away on the December 19, draw. Well done to all the winners and also to Texoil for the sponsorship. The next draw is on Saturday, December 26.
Partry Athletic soccer club awards night
PARTRY Athletic soccer club is having their awards and social night on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at the Lough Inn, Partry. Tickets and details are available from Barry Bourke or Vincent Horan. The annual St. Stephen’s Day game is at 2.30 p.m. and all money raised will go to the Mayo/Roscommon Hospice fund.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place of Paddy Heneghan, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Formerly of Drimcoggie, Srah, he was brother of Mary Staunton, Drimcoggie; Michael Heneghan, Ballygarry and Nora Walsh, Killawalla, Westport. He is survived in the United States by his wife Madeleine and family. Paddy will be laid to rest on Tuesday, December 22. May his soul rest in peace.
Fundraising in Marie Luke’s for Galway victims of flooding
A BIG crowd is expected on Wednesday, December 23, at Maire Luke’s Bar and Restaurant, for a fundraiser in aid of the Galway victims of the recent flooding. Admission will be free. There will be a donation box on the night. There will be many raffle prizes on offer. Musicians from many parts will gather for this traditional style fundraiser. The entire community is asked to support it.
There is also a top class music programme on St. Stephen’s night and new year’s eve.
On St. Stephen’s night, Cois Tina will be on stage and on new year’s night there is the Paddy Hoban show, followed by a disco special.
Booking is now taking place for a new year’s day lunch special. Telephone (094) 9544080 to make a booking. Seasons greetings to all Maire Luke’s customers.
Michael John Casey would also like to wish all the readers of this column a happy Christmas and health and happiness in 2010.
Church rota
FR. Standún will read at the Saturday night 8 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Carmel Garvey and Kathleen Staunton. Marion O’Malley will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Martin O’Neill and Patricia Heneghan. Philomena and Margaret are on church care week.
The Village Inn
THE Village Inn, Partry, will be serving bar food on Sunday, December 27 and also January 3, 2010. Telephone (094) 9543249 for bookings. Seasons greetings are extended to all the Village Inn customers.
Self help collection
A TOTAL of €365 was collected for self help at the recent church gate collection, at Masses in Tourmakeady and Bunaun Oratory. A sincere thanks is extended to everyone who helped out and donated.
Waterfall magazine
THE ever popular Waterfall magazine is now on sale at Martin Murphy’s, Ballinrobe; Wynn’s newsagent, Main Street, Castlebar; Cummins and Sweeney’s, Ballinrobe, The Village Inn and Lough Inn, Partry, Walsh’s, Killawalla; Tourmakeady post office and also Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant.
It is the perfect Christmas present. A 140 page annual for just €8. It is selling fast and there maybe a pre-Christmas sell-out.
Loolera draw winner
WINNER of the November Loolera Tourmakeady monthly draw was Eileen O’Malley, Killawalla. The next draw will be on December 31.
Mass times
CHRISTMAS Eve Mass will be at 8 p.m. on Thursday, December 24 and in Tourmakeady, on Christmas Day, at 11.30 a.m. which is the months mind for Paddy King R.I.P.
Thank you
A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007.
Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
Week ending 19th December 2009
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Closed until next year
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Disco
Closed until next year
IFA annual general meeting
THE annual general meeting of the IFA will take place in Tourmakeady national school, on Tuesday, December 15, at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Speakers include Martin Gavin, county chairman IFA; Adrian Burke, Reps planner; Padraic McHale, Connaught Gold and votes for the new president will be taken on the night. Please attend.
Parent & Toddler Group
VISITING Funsters on Thursday December 17 All welcome
Céann Golan band on stage
ON stage at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant on Friday night, December 18, are Céann Golan band, with a country and Christmas programme.
On Sunday, December 20, a traditional night will be held with musicians welcome and the show will start at 8 p.m.
The restaurant is open on Sunday for lunch, between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Telephone (094) 9544080 for bookings.
On Wednesday, December 23 there is a special night for the Galway flood victims and donations would be welcome. There is no admission charge only a donation box. There will be a raffle and great prizes. Support is requested for this worthy cause.
Partry soccer team annual social
THE Partry soccer team annual social will take place on Saturday, January 2, at the Lough Inn, Partry. Make it a date. Further details are available from Barry Bourke, Vincent Horan and Kenneth O’Malley.
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
FOLLOWING the recent meeting it was agreed to start the knitting circle in January 2010. There has been a lot of interest. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. Contact will be made in January to set a date and time. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year. Thank you to everyone that attended. We will be in touch in the New Year.
Double CD on sale
A double CD of Irish music, song and dance, produced by Acadmh na hOllscolaíocht Gaeile, NUI Galway, is on sale, with proceeds going to Our Lady’s Hospital for Sick Children Crumlin, Dublin. It costs €20 and further information is available from (094) 9544295. It is on sale at the Ionad Seirbhisí Teanga.
Forward Notice
RENOVATION work will soon be commencing on the hall – we are just waiting for a break in the weather. The hall will still be in use while most of the work is in progress, however when the roof is being renewed we will not be able to use the hall and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We will try to work around events but hope that the benefit to the community when the work is completed will have made it worthwhile.
Tourmakeady Website
YOU may be interested to know that the address of the website promoting the area is www.tourmakeady.com If you are interesting in advertising on the website or have any articles of interest or photographs that we can publish please contact us on eolas@tourmakeady.com or telephone 094 95 44295
Calendar of Events
WE are putting together a calendar of events to publicise the activities that take place in Tourmakeady clubs and organisations. The website address is www.tourmakeady.com If you would like to publicise your event or meeting on the Event Calendar please sent your information to eolas@tourmakeady.com The calendar will be planned 12 months ahead and will be updated every week. All items submitted will be published at the discretion of the Webmaster.
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the pension / fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. Forms are available in Tourmakeady Hall.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to Walkers
PLEASE wear reflective clothing while out walking - in particular at night.
Recycle facility activities recorded
EVERYONE in the community is asked to use the recycling bins properly and not to leave bags, boxes or other items on the ground. Cameras are installed at the hall, so every movement is recorded
Annual Christmas céilí
CEAD Mile Failte to the annual Christmas céilí, on Saturday night, December 19, at Partry community hall, with the brilliant Matt Cunningham on stage.
It is always a super night at this popular dance venue, with raffles, refreshments and lots of craic on offer. All proceeds from the night will go to the Ballinrobe branch of Mayo Mental Health organisation. Meet all your friends. The doors open at 10 p.m. sharp.
Church rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the Saturday Mass, at 8 p.m. at St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julia Lally. John Power will read on Sunday morning, at 11.30 a.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill. Noreen and Ann are on church care week.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game winners
ANN and Tom Sheeran, Derrendafderg and Maura and Tom Staunton, Shanvallyard, are the most recent winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game. Both families receive €100 for choosing number 5. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Table quiz
TOURMAKEADY GAA club are holding a table quiz at O’Tooles, on Saturday night, December 19. All clubs in the area are asked to enter a table. It is €40 for a table of four. The first question is at 9.30 p.m. A raffle will also take place.
Waterfall magazine in shops
ALL shops are now restocked with the 23rd annual Waterfall magazine, with record sales last weekend. A full supply is now available but there will be no reprint. It is the biggest issue to date, so purchase your copy now to avoid disappointment.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place on Wednesday, December 9, in his 87th year of Mr. Tommie Gavin, Treenlaur, Tourmakeady, following a brief illness.
Tommie was a well-known, hard-working man of the Tourmakeady area and especially in and around the Colaisti Mhuire, Tourmakeady, where he spent the major part of his active life when farming was a big part of the life of Colaisti Mhuire.
A native of Belcarra, Tommie married Balla native Noreen Maher, in the mid 50s. They settled in Treenlaur, overlooking Lough Mask.
Tommie was a dance hall manager, driving instructor, at Colaisti Mhuire, band leader and taxi driver. He loved music and often obliged at short notice to be in the local hall or St. Mary’s church. He could play many instruments with style and to a high standard.
He was interested in the world of politics and loved all types of sports. He wore the black and white of Tourmakeady and the green and red of Mayo.
A large crowd turned out to say farewell to a great friend and support his wife Noreen and family.
His remains were removed from St. Mary’s funeral home, Tourmakeady, to Tourmakeady church, where they were received by Fr. Padraig Standún cc, Tourmakeady.
On Saturday, the midday funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady, assisted by Canon Desmond Grogan, Partry.
Readings and requiem hymns were given in a meaningful and beautiful way by his family and grandchildren.
Tommie is survived by his wife Noreen, daughters Ann and son-in-law Brian English, Dolores and son-in-law John Doyle; sons Adrian and daughter-in-law, Mary Joe and Paul and Martina; Tomas and Helen; Diarmuid and Deirdre; his sister Nellie, Cork and grandchildren and extended family. May his soul rest in peace.
Swimming in Castlebar
THERE will be no swimming at Castlebar pool until further notice. This is due to unforeseen circumstances at the pool. All parents and swimmers are asked to take note.
GAA local lotto
THERE was no winner of the Tourmakeady GAA local lotto, held on Saturday, December 12. The numbers chosen were 5, 13, 29 and 32. Consolation prizes went to Sean O’Conghaile, Caislean a Bharrigh; Mick Dunne, Gortinmore; Kay Sweeney, John Hession (snr) and Michael John Casey, Carheen. The next draw is at Paddy’s, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, December 19, with Danny Lydon and team K on duty.
New baby
CONGRATULATIONS to Philomena and Joe Heneghan, Churchfield, Tourmakeady, on the birth of their first baby, a girl Ailish, at the Mayo General Hospital. She is a welcome Christmas baby to grandparents Patricia and Tommie Heneghan, Churchfield and Moya and John McConville, Dundalk. Also to great grandmother Maureen Heneghan, Tawnagh, Srah.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are Martin and Francis O’Neill and Josephine Mitchell Daly, who both had number 5, on December 12. Winners on December 5, were Michael Kelly and Peter McMurray. They both chose number 36. All four families receive €100 and the next draw is on Saturday, December 19, at 8 p.m.
Mayo masters victory
CONGRATULATIONS to Tourmakeady footballer Michael John Walsh, who starred on the Mayo masters victory over Dublin, on Saturday. Michael John scored the only goal of the game. The final score was 1-15 to Dublin 0-5. Please support the final at the weekend.
Thank you
A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007.
Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
Closed until next year
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Disco
Closed until next year
IFA annual general meeting
THE annual general meeting of the IFA will take place in Tourmakeady national school, on Tuesday, December 15, at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Speakers include Martin Gavin, county chairman IFA; Adrian Burke, Reps planner; Padraic McHale, Connaught Gold and votes for the new president will be taken on the night. Please attend.
Parent & Toddler Group
VISITING Funsters on Thursday December 17 All welcome
Céann Golan band on stage
ON stage at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant on Friday night, December 18, are Céann Golan band, with a country and Christmas programme.
On Sunday, December 20, a traditional night will be held with musicians welcome and the show will start at 8 p.m.
The restaurant is open on Sunday for lunch, between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Telephone (094) 9544080 for bookings.
On Wednesday, December 23 there is a special night for the Galway flood victims and donations would be welcome. There is no admission charge only a donation box. There will be a raffle and great prizes. Support is requested for this worthy cause.
Partry soccer team annual social
THE Partry soccer team annual social will take place on Saturday, January 2, at the Lough Inn, Partry. Make it a date. Further details are available from Barry Bourke, Vincent Horan and Kenneth O’Malley.
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
FOLLOWING the recent meeting it was agreed to start the knitting circle in January 2010. There has been a lot of interest. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. Contact will be made in January to set a date and time. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year. Thank you to everyone that attended. We will be in touch in the New Year.
Double CD on sale
A double CD of Irish music, song and dance, produced by Acadmh na hOllscolaíocht Gaeile, NUI Galway, is on sale, with proceeds going to Our Lady’s Hospital for Sick Children Crumlin, Dublin. It costs €20 and further information is available from (094) 9544295. It is on sale at the Ionad Seirbhisí Teanga.
Forward Notice
RENOVATION work will soon be commencing on the hall – we are just waiting for a break in the weather. The hall will still be in use while most of the work is in progress, however when the roof is being renewed we will not be able to use the hall and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We will try to work around events but hope that the benefit to the community when the work is completed will have made it worthwhile.
Tourmakeady Website
YOU may be interested to know that the address of the website promoting the area is www.tourmakeady.com If you are interesting in advertising on the website or have any articles of interest or photographs that we can publish please contact us on eolas@tourmakeady.com or telephone 094 95 44295
Calendar of Events
WE are putting together a calendar of events to publicise the activities that take place in Tourmakeady clubs and organisations. The website address is www.tourmakeady.com If you would like to publicise your event or meeting on the Event Calendar please sent your information to eolas@tourmakeady.com The calendar will be planned 12 months ahead and will be updated every week. All items submitted will be published at the discretion of the Webmaster.
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the pension / fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. Forms are available in Tourmakeady Hall.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to Walkers
PLEASE wear reflective clothing while out walking - in particular at night.
Recycle facility activities recorded
EVERYONE in the community is asked to use the recycling bins properly and not to leave bags, boxes or other items on the ground. Cameras are installed at the hall, so every movement is recorded
Annual Christmas céilí
CEAD Mile Failte to the annual Christmas céilí, on Saturday night, December 19, at Partry community hall, with the brilliant Matt Cunningham on stage.
It is always a super night at this popular dance venue, with raffles, refreshments and lots of craic on offer. All proceeds from the night will go to the Ballinrobe branch of Mayo Mental Health organisation. Meet all your friends. The doors open at 10 p.m. sharp.
Church rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the Saturday Mass, at 8 p.m. at St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julia Lally. John Power will read on Sunday morning, at 11.30 a.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill. Noreen and Ann are on church care week.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game winners
ANN and Tom Sheeran, Derrendafderg and Maura and Tom Staunton, Shanvallyard, are the most recent winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game. Both families receive €100 for choosing number 5. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Table quiz
TOURMAKEADY GAA club are holding a table quiz at O’Tooles, on Saturday night, December 19. All clubs in the area are asked to enter a table. It is €40 for a table of four. The first question is at 9.30 p.m. A raffle will also take place.
Waterfall magazine in shops
ALL shops are now restocked with the 23rd annual Waterfall magazine, with record sales last weekend. A full supply is now available but there will be no reprint. It is the biggest issue to date, so purchase your copy now to avoid disappointment.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place on Wednesday, December 9, in his 87th year of Mr. Tommie Gavin, Treenlaur, Tourmakeady, following a brief illness.
Tommie was a well-known, hard-working man of the Tourmakeady area and especially in and around the Colaisti Mhuire, Tourmakeady, where he spent the major part of his active life when farming was a big part of the life of Colaisti Mhuire.
A native of Belcarra, Tommie married Balla native Noreen Maher, in the mid 50s. They settled in Treenlaur, overlooking Lough Mask.
Tommie was a dance hall manager, driving instructor, at Colaisti Mhuire, band leader and taxi driver. He loved music and often obliged at short notice to be in the local hall or St. Mary’s church. He could play many instruments with style and to a high standard.
He was interested in the world of politics and loved all types of sports. He wore the black and white of Tourmakeady and the green and red of Mayo.
A large crowd turned out to say farewell to a great friend and support his wife Noreen and family.
His remains were removed from St. Mary’s funeral home, Tourmakeady, to Tourmakeady church, where they were received by Fr. Padraig Standún cc, Tourmakeady.
On Saturday, the midday funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady, assisted by Canon Desmond Grogan, Partry.
Readings and requiem hymns were given in a meaningful and beautiful way by his family and grandchildren.
Tommie is survived by his wife Noreen, daughters Ann and son-in-law Brian English, Dolores and son-in-law John Doyle; sons Adrian and daughter-in-law, Mary Joe and Paul and Martina; Tomas and Helen; Diarmuid and Deirdre; his sister Nellie, Cork and grandchildren and extended family. May his soul rest in peace.
Swimming in Castlebar
THERE will be no swimming at Castlebar pool until further notice. This is due to unforeseen circumstances at the pool. All parents and swimmers are asked to take note.
GAA local lotto
THERE was no winner of the Tourmakeady GAA local lotto, held on Saturday, December 12. The numbers chosen were 5, 13, 29 and 32. Consolation prizes went to Sean O’Conghaile, Caislean a Bharrigh; Mick Dunne, Gortinmore; Kay Sweeney, John Hession (snr) and Michael John Casey, Carheen. The next draw is at Paddy’s, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, December 19, with Danny Lydon and team K on duty.
New baby
CONGRATULATIONS to Philomena and Joe Heneghan, Churchfield, Tourmakeady, on the birth of their first baby, a girl Ailish, at the Mayo General Hospital. She is a welcome Christmas baby to grandparents Patricia and Tommie Heneghan, Churchfield and Moya and John McConville, Dundalk. Also to great grandmother Maureen Heneghan, Tawnagh, Srah.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are Martin and Francis O’Neill and Josephine Mitchell Daly, who both had number 5, on December 12. Winners on December 5, were Michael Kelly and Peter McMurray. They both chose number 36. All four families receive €100 and the next draw is on Saturday, December 19, at 8 p.m.
Mayo masters victory
CONGRATULATIONS to Tourmakeady footballer Michael John Walsh, who starred on the Mayo masters victory over Dublin, on Saturday. Michael John scored the only goal of the game. The final score was 1-15 to Dublin 0-5. Please support the final at the weekend.
Thank you
A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007.
Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
Week ending 12th December 2009
Welcome to Tourmakeady
WELCOME to Garda Tom Fleming, who has replaced Brendan McNulty who retired earlier this year. Céad Míle Fáilte
Céad Míle Fáilte go Tuar Mhic Éadaigh roimh an Garda Tom Fleming a bheas ag teacht in áit an Gda McNulty a d’éirigh as a phost i rith an tSamhraidh. Tá súil again go mbainfidh sé sult as a phost i measc Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
MONDAY December 14 going bowling
Parent & Toddler Group
TUESDAY December 15 10.30 – 12.15pm in the hall
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Disco
TUESDAY 15th December going to the cinema
Parent & Toddler Group
VISITING Funsters on Thursday 17th December All welcome
Annual Christmas céilí
THE annual Christmas céilí will be held in Partry community centre, on Saturday, December 19, with the brilliant Matt Cunningham and his band on stage, with raffles and refreshments. Make it a date.
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
FOLLOWING the recent meeting it was agreed to start the knitting circle in January 2010. There has been a lot of interest. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. Contact will be made in January to set a date and time. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year. Thank you to everyone that attended. We will be in touch in the New Year.
23rd edition Waterfall Magazine on sale at the weekend
IT is expected to have the 23rd edition of the Waterfall Magazine on sale at the weekend. It is bigger and better than ever and everyone who contributed advertisements, photos, articles and the voluntary helpers are thanked.
It will be on sale at Killawalla post office; Corrigans - Costcutters, Ballintubber; The Village Inn, Partry; Cummins and Martin Murphy, Ballinrobe; The Lough Mask Inn, Partry; O’Tooles and Marie Luke’s, Tourmakeady. The price is only €8 and can be ordered by calling (087) 6883624 or (094) 9544271 or to The Waterfall, Tourmakeady, Claremorris, Co. Mayo.
Annual Christmas bingo
THE annual Christmas bingo will take place on Monday, at 8.45 p.m. in Partry community centre, with hampers, jackpots, raffles and refreshments.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game are Andy Lally, Gortnacullin and Stephen and Marie Maree, Upper Churchfield. Both families receive €100 each for choosing number 36. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
On stage at Maire Lukes
ON stage at Maire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Friday, December 11, is The Bumble Bee Show. It is always a great show for young and old. The restaurant is open on Sunday, for lunch, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and bookings can be made at (094) 9544080.
GAA lotto results
THERE was no outright winner of the GAA lotto. The numbers drawn were 2, 6, 9 and 23. Consolation winners were Linda Joyce, Upper Churchfield; Brid Heneghan, Treen; Maureen Heneghan, Tawnagh; Michael McDermott, Partry and Eoin Dermody, Cornamona. The next draw is on Saturday.
Thanks for church gate collection
THE West of Ireland Alzheimers Association wish to thank everyone who donated to their recent church gate collection. The amount collected was €352.
Bereavement
THE death took place on November 25, in the loving care of the staff of Mayo General Hospital, of Paddy King, Treen, Tourmakeady, following an illness. He was in his early 80s.
Paddy was a native of Cashel, Co. Galway and having worked as a young boy in Litermore, Galway, arrived in Tourmakeady, in his teenage years to work in the well-known O’Tooles, of Tourmakeady.
Paddy was also a well-known figure there for over 50 years until his retirement. He was well liked, dedicated, intelligent and he loved to converse with his customers. He has his own views and gave his opinion in no small way.
He also loved is home and family, having married a great Bangor Erris woman, Bridie Neary, in the mid 50s. They were blessed with four wonderful children and Paddy was very proud of them.
They set up one of Tourmakeady’s first bed and breakfast accommodations ‘Mask View’, and Paddy took a special interest in it. It had magnificent grounds. They catered for customers and fishermen from throughout the world. One of the most notable was the late president of Ireland, Mr. O’Dálaigh, on his official visit to Tourmakeady.
Paddy was a religious man and he was faithful to the sacraments and while at work, everything stood still at 12 noon and 6 p.m. for the Angelus.
His remains were removed from St. Mary’s funeral home to St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Burial took place on Saturday, following 12 noon Mass, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc, Tourmakeady; assisted by Canon Desmond Grogan, Partry and Fr. Tommie Brady, army chaplain, Galway. Readings were by Shauna King, granddaughter and Imelda King, daughter. Pslams were sung by Emer King, daughter. Prayers of the faithful were given by grandchildren Danny King, Eoin Kelly, Aisling Kelly, Aoife King and Tara Kelly. Gifts were taken to the altar by John and Declan King, his sons and Aoife King and Tara Kelly, granddaughters. The Eulogy was delivered by Declan King, his son. Requiem hymns were sung by the Church of the Irish Martyrs choir, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.
The King family wish to thank all the extended family and neighbours, staff at the Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar, for all their kindnesses to Paddy and also to everyone who called to the house and attended his final journey.
Paddy is survived by his wife Bridie, daughter Emer and son-in-law Damien Kelly; daughter Imelda and partner Imor Gavin; son John and Celine King and son Declan and Leah Benson. Also grandchildren Shauna, Danny, Aoife King, Eoin, Aisling and Tara Kelly, nieces and nephews, Carmel and Linda, Susan, John, Mary and Ann, brothers-in-law, Patrick, Jim, Denny, Martin, Sean, Eddie and Colm Neary, sisters-in-law Mary and Susan King, Vera Madden, Mary Kennedy and Margaret Dooley.
There will be Mass for Paddy King, on Friday, December 11, in Tourmakeady, at 6.30 p.m. May his soul rest in peace.
Church rota
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the Saturday Mass, at 8 p.m. in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Ministers of the Eucharist are Christín úí Ghiobún and Michael John Casey. Siobhan De Burca will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Eucharistic Ministers are Martin O’Neill and Mary Sheridan. Ann, Katie and Ann-Marie are on church care week.
Lotto results
THERE was no outright winner of the December 5, Tourmakeady local lotto. The numbers chosen were 1, 6, 24 and 30. Consolation prizes went to Judy Burke, Cappaduff; Michael Kelly, Treenlair; Amanda Rogan, Tourmakeady; Kathleen Meeneghan, Drimcoggy and Nick Nolan. The next draw is on Saturday, December 12, at the Village Inn, with a €5,700 jackpot.
Engagement
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms Sharon O’Malley, daughter of Mary and the late Paddy O’Malley, Kilfaul, Partry, on her engagement to Mr. Tomas Staunton, Kilmeena, recently. Good luck to the couple in the future.
Over 60 Christmas party
THE over 60’s Christmas party took place in Paddy’s. Thank you to all that were able to attend. Thank you to Kevin and all the staff for their kind attention.
Óige Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
MANY thanks to the members that put on a great Christmas disco for everyone.
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Disco
Thank you to the old members of the Club for organising the Disco for the Bun Club.
Santa Claus in Tourmakeady
THANK you Santa for your quick visit to Tourmakeady hall to meet the children of Tourmakeady. Thank you to all those that attended and that made it such a successful event.
New venture lambdirect launched
CONGRATULATIONS and good luck to the four farmers of Tourmakeady, who have launched a brand new venture entitled lamb direct. Lamb reared in Tourmakeady will be delivered to your home. There are plans to extend the project.
The farmers are John Joyce, Philip Staunton, Seamus Hughes and Tom Staunton. They represent a 50 per cent stake in the venture, with four other farmers from Westport also on board.
A quality product, produced locally and cheaper than other products is being offered and local support for the venture is requested.
Orders are being taken from hotels, shops, restaurants, or homes, from Maura, at (094) 95 44163 or www.lambdirect.ie.
Double CD on sale
A double CD of Irish music, song and dance, produced by Acadmh na hOllscolaíocht Gaeile, NUI Galway, is on sale, with proceeds going to Our Lady’s Hospital for Sick Children Crumlin, Dublin. It costs €20 and further information is available from (094) 9544295. It is on sale at the Ionad Seirbhisí Teanga.
Forward Notice
RENOVATION work will soon be commencing on the hall – we are just waiting for a break in the weather. The hall will still be in use while most of the work is in progress, however when the roof is being renewed we will not be able to use the hall and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We will try to work around events but hope that the benefit to the community when the work is completed will have made it worthwhile.
Thank you for the cakes!!!!!!!
THANK you to everyone that made so many delicious cakes and biscuits for us to sell on Sunday when Santa came to Tourmakeady.
Tourmakeady Website
YOU may be interested to know that the address of the website promoting the area is www.tourmakeady.com If you are interesting in advertising on the website or have any articles of interest or photographs that we can publish please contact us on eolas@tourmakeady.com or telephone 094 95 44295
Calendar of Events
WE are putting together a calendar of events to publicise the activities that take place in Tourmakeady clubs and organisations. The website address is www.tourmakeady.com If you would like to publicise your event or meeting on the Event Calendar please sent your information to eolas@tourmakeady.com The calendar will be planned 12 months ahead and will be updated every week. All items submitted will be published at the discretion of the Webmaster.
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the pension / fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. Forms are available in Tourmakeady Hall.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to Walkers
PLEASE wear reflective clothing while out walking - in particular at night.
Recycle facility activities recorded
EVERYONE in the community is asked to use the recycling bins properly and not to leave bags, boxes or other items on the ground. Cameras are installed at the hall, so every movement is recorded.
Thank you
A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007.
Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
WELCOME to Garda Tom Fleming, who has replaced Brendan McNulty who retired earlier this year. Céad Míle Fáilte
Céad Míle Fáilte go Tuar Mhic Éadaigh roimh an Garda Tom Fleming a bheas ag teacht in áit an Gda McNulty a d’éirigh as a phost i rith an tSamhraidh. Tá súil again go mbainfidh sé sult as a phost i measc Pobail Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
MONDAY December 14 going bowling
Parent & Toddler Group
TUESDAY December 15 10.30 – 12.15pm in the hall
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Disco
TUESDAY 15th December going to the cinema
Parent & Toddler Group
VISITING Funsters on Thursday 17th December All welcome
Annual Christmas céilí
THE annual Christmas céilí will be held in Partry community centre, on Saturday, December 19, with the brilliant Matt Cunningham and his band on stage, with raffles and refreshments. Make it a date.
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
FOLLOWING the recent meeting it was agreed to start the knitting circle in January 2010. There has been a lot of interest. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. Contact will be made in January to set a date and time. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year. Thank you to everyone that attended. We will be in touch in the New Year.
23rd edition Waterfall Magazine on sale at the weekend
IT is expected to have the 23rd edition of the Waterfall Magazine on sale at the weekend. It is bigger and better than ever and everyone who contributed advertisements, photos, articles and the voluntary helpers are thanked.
It will be on sale at Killawalla post office; Corrigans - Costcutters, Ballintubber; The Village Inn, Partry; Cummins and Martin Murphy, Ballinrobe; The Lough Mask Inn, Partry; O’Tooles and Marie Luke’s, Tourmakeady. The price is only €8 and can be ordered by calling (087) 6883624 or (094) 9544271 or to The Waterfall, Tourmakeady, Claremorris, Co. Mayo.
Annual Christmas bingo
THE annual Christmas bingo will take place on Monday, at 8.45 p.m. in Partry community centre, with hampers, jackpots, raffles and refreshments.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game are Andy Lally, Gortnacullin and Stephen and Marie Maree, Upper Churchfield. Both families receive €100 each for choosing number 36. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
On stage at Maire Lukes
ON stage at Maire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Friday, December 11, is The Bumble Bee Show. It is always a great show for young and old. The restaurant is open on Sunday, for lunch, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and bookings can be made at (094) 9544080.
GAA lotto results
THERE was no outright winner of the GAA lotto. The numbers drawn were 2, 6, 9 and 23. Consolation winners were Linda Joyce, Upper Churchfield; Brid Heneghan, Treen; Maureen Heneghan, Tawnagh; Michael McDermott, Partry and Eoin Dermody, Cornamona. The next draw is on Saturday.
Thanks for church gate collection
THE West of Ireland Alzheimers Association wish to thank everyone who donated to their recent church gate collection. The amount collected was €352.
Bereavement
THE death took place on November 25, in the loving care of the staff of Mayo General Hospital, of Paddy King, Treen, Tourmakeady, following an illness. He was in his early 80s.
Paddy was a native of Cashel, Co. Galway and having worked as a young boy in Litermore, Galway, arrived in Tourmakeady, in his teenage years to work in the well-known O’Tooles, of Tourmakeady.
Paddy was also a well-known figure there for over 50 years until his retirement. He was well liked, dedicated, intelligent and he loved to converse with his customers. He has his own views and gave his opinion in no small way.
He also loved is home and family, having married a great Bangor Erris woman, Bridie Neary, in the mid 50s. They were blessed with four wonderful children and Paddy was very proud of them.
They set up one of Tourmakeady’s first bed and breakfast accommodations ‘Mask View’, and Paddy took a special interest in it. It had magnificent grounds. They catered for customers and fishermen from throughout the world. One of the most notable was the late president of Ireland, Mr. O’Dálaigh, on his official visit to Tourmakeady.
Paddy was a religious man and he was faithful to the sacraments and while at work, everything stood still at 12 noon and 6 p.m. for the Angelus.
His remains were removed from St. Mary’s funeral home to St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Burial took place on Saturday, following 12 noon Mass, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc, Tourmakeady; assisted by Canon Desmond Grogan, Partry and Fr. Tommie Brady, army chaplain, Galway. Readings were by Shauna King, granddaughter and Imelda King, daughter. Pslams were sung by Emer King, daughter. Prayers of the faithful were given by grandchildren Danny King, Eoin Kelly, Aisling Kelly, Aoife King and Tara Kelly. Gifts were taken to the altar by John and Declan King, his sons and Aoife King and Tara Kelly, granddaughters. The Eulogy was delivered by Declan King, his son. Requiem hymns were sung by the Church of the Irish Martyrs choir, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.
The King family wish to thank all the extended family and neighbours, staff at the Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar, for all their kindnesses to Paddy and also to everyone who called to the house and attended his final journey.
Paddy is survived by his wife Bridie, daughter Emer and son-in-law Damien Kelly; daughter Imelda and partner Imor Gavin; son John and Celine King and son Declan and Leah Benson. Also grandchildren Shauna, Danny, Aoife King, Eoin, Aisling and Tara Kelly, nieces and nephews, Carmel and Linda, Susan, John, Mary and Ann, brothers-in-law, Patrick, Jim, Denny, Martin, Sean, Eddie and Colm Neary, sisters-in-law Mary and Susan King, Vera Madden, Mary Kennedy and Margaret Dooley.
There will be Mass for Paddy King, on Friday, December 11, in Tourmakeady, at 6.30 p.m. May his soul rest in peace.
Church rota
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the Saturday Mass, at 8 p.m. in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Ministers of the Eucharist are Christín úí Ghiobún and Michael John Casey. Siobhan De Burca will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Eucharistic Ministers are Martin O’Neill and Mary Sheridan. Ann, Katie and Ann-Marie are on church care week.
Lotto results
THERE was no outright winner of the December 5, Tourmakeady local lotto. The numbers chosen were 1, 6, 24 and 30. Consolation prizes went to Judy Burke, Cappaduff; Michael Kelly, Treenlair; Amanda Rogan, Tourmakeady; Kathleen Meeneghan, Drimcoggy and Nick Nolan. The next draw is on Saturday, December 12, at the Village Inn, with a €5,700 jackpot.
Engagement
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms Sharon O’Malley, daughter of Mary and the late Paddy O’Malley, Kilfaul, Partry, on her engagement to Mr. Tomas Staunton, Kilmeena, recently. Good luck to the couple in the future.
Over 60 Christmas party
THE over 60’s Christmas party took place in Paddy’s. Thank you to all that were able to attend. Thank you to Kevin and all the staff for their kind attention.
Óige Tuar Mhic Éadaigh
MANY thanks to the members that put on a great Christmas disco for everyone.
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Disco
Thank you to the old members of the Club for organising the Disco for the Bun Club.
Santa Claus in Tourmakeady
THANK you Santa for your quick visit to Tourmakeady hall to meet the children of Tourmakeady. Thank you to all those that attended and that made it such a successful event.
New venture lambdirect launched
CONGRATULATIONS and good luck to the four farmers of Tourmakeady, who have launched a brand new venture entitled lamb direct. Lamb reared in Tourmakeady will be delivered to your home. There are plans to extend the project.
The farmers are John Joyce, Philip Staunton, Seamus Hughes and Tom Staunton. They represent a 50 per cent stake in the venture, with four other farmers from Westport also on board.
A quality product, produced locally and cheaper than other products is being offered and local support for the venture is requested.
Orders are being taken from hotels, shops, restaurants, or homes, from Maura, at (094) 95 44163 or www.lambdirect.ie.
Double CD on sale
A double CD of Irish music, song and dance, produced by Acadmh na hOllscolaíocht Gaeile, NUI Galway, is on sale, with proceeds going to Our Lady’s Hospital for Sick Children Crumlin, Dublin. It costs €20 and further information is available from (094) 9544295. It is on sale at the Ionad Seirbhisí Teanga.
Forward Notice
RENOVATION work will soon be commencing on the hall – we are just waiting for a break in the weather. The hall will still be in use while most of the work is in progress, however when the roof is being renewed we will not be able to use the hall and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We will try to work around events but hope that the benefit to the community when the work is completed will have made it worthwhile.
Thank you for the cakes!!!!!!!
THANK you to everyone that made so many delicious cakes and biscuits for us to sell on Sunday when Santa came to Tourmakeady.
Tourmakeady Website
YOU may be interested to know that the address of the website promoting the area is www.tourmakeady.com If you are interesting in advertising on the website or have any articles of interest or photographs that we can publish please contact us on eolas@tourmakeady.com or telephone 094 95 44295
Calendar of Events
WE are putting together a calendar of events to publicise the activities that take place in Tourmakeady clubs and organisations. The website address is www.tourmakeady.com If you would like to publicise your event or meeting on the Event Calendar please sent your information to eolas@tourmakeady.com The calendar will be planned 12 months ahead and will be updated every week. All items submitted will be published at the discretion of the Webmaster.
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the pension / fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. Forms are available in Tourmakeady Hall.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to Walkers
PLEASE wear reflective clothing while out walking - in particular at night.
Recycle facility activities recorded
EVERYONE in the community is asked to use the recycling bins properly and not to leave bags, boxes or other items on the ground. Cameras are installed at the hall, so every movement is recorded.
Thank you
A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007.
Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie
Week ending 5th December 2009
Over 60 Christmas party
THE over 60’s Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 3, at 3 p.m. in Paddy’s, Tourmakeady. All welcome. Telephone (094) 95 44295 or (094) 95 44258 for details.
Christmas 25 drive
A CHRISTMAS 25 drive will take place at Máire Luke’s, Tourmakeady, on Thursday, December 3, at 9 p.m.
On Friday, December 4, there is a 21st birthday party and on Sunday, December 6, at 8.30 p.m. there is a traditional music and song session.
The restaurant is open on Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and there is a special Sunday lunch. Booking is advised at (094) 9544080.
Christmas disco
A CHRISTMAS disco will be held in Tourmakeady hall, on Friday, December 4, at 9 p.m. to 11.45 p.m. It is being organised by Club - Óige Tuar Mhic Éadaigh and everyone is welcome.
Church missions
BALLYOVEY Mission is underway in the Tourmakeady and Partry churches. Mass each day is at 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. and mission is on every evening, at 8 p.m. in both churches.
A full turnout is requested for the evening sessions and everyone is asked to work around the mission for this week, including club and community activities. It will close on Saturday, at 7 p.m. in Partry and 8 p.m. in Tourmakeady. The visiting priests are Fr. Michael Cusack and Fr. Clement MacManus. All activities in the parish should be arranged around the mission times for this week and a good turnout is expected by the visiting priests.
Santa Claus is coming to Tourmakeady
SANTA Claus will arrive in Tourmakeady at the hall to meet the children of Tourmakeady, on Sunday, December 6, after 11.30 a.m. Mass. Santa will be leaving the hall at approximately 2.15pm Make it a date - cakes, raffles and games.
GAA annual general meeting
TOURMAKEADY GAA club annual general meeting will be held on Sunday, December 6, at 7 p.m. in the clubhouse, of Pairc Naoimh Muire.
The club will look back on 2009 and look forward hopefully to a better 2010. All managers and Underage teams are urgently requested to be in attendance. And, all members are invited. The clubhouse is heated.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
MONDAY December 7 at the cinema
Parent & Toddler Group
TUESDAY December 8 in the hall 10.30 – 12.15pm
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Disco
TOURMAKEADY Hall Tuesday December 8 6.00pm – 8.00pm. Disco for all youngsters from age group 8 years – 13 years
Come along for a night of Christmas Craic
CÓISIR na Nollag I dTuar Mhic Éadaigh in Tí Mháire Lúc's Saturday December 12 7.00pm – Irish class students and all are very welcome. Cost €50 including accommodation. For more information please telephone 087 6972922
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
FOLLOWING the recent meeting it was agreed to start the knitting circle in January 2010. There has been a lot of interest. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. Contact will be made in January to set a date and time. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year. Thank you to everyone that attended. We will be in touch in the New Year.
Thank you
THANK you to everyone that supported the Sean nos dancing.
New venture lambdirect launched
CONGRATULATIONS and good luck to the four farmers of Tourmakeady, who have launched a brand new venture entitled lamb direct. Lamb reared in Tourmakeady will be delivered to your home. There are plans to extend the project.
The farmers are John Joyce, Philip Staunton, Seamus Hughes and Tom Staunton. They represent a 50 per cent stake in the venture, with four other farmers from Westport also on board.
A packed house attended the official launch at the Mill House Hotel, Westport, last week.
A quality product, produced locally and cheaper than other products is being offered and local support for the venture is requested.
Orders are being taken from hotels, shops, restaurants, or homes, from Maura, at (094) 95 44163 or www.lambdirect.ie.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game are Martin Prendergast, Letterineen; and Sean and Ann Barker, Goirtinmore. They both receive €100 for choosing number 10. The next draw is on Saturday, December 5, at 8 p.m.
Church rota
DEIRDRE Cavanagh will read at the Mass, on Saturday, December 5, in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Carmel Garvey and Kathleen Staunton. Tomas O’hEanachain will read at the Sunday, 11.30 a.m. Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Mary Conroy and Mary Moran are on church care week.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are John Ruane and James Reynolds. They receive €100 each for choosing number 10. The next draw is on Saturday, December 5, at 8 p.m.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place in New York, USA, of Padraig Forde, formerly of Riverstown, Co. Sligo. He was husband of Eileen Meeneghan, Gortfree, Tourmakeady.
Padraig was laid to rest in Riverstown, Co. Sligo, on Saturday, November 21.
Also the death took place in Wales, of Mr. Paddy Casey, whose ancestors came from Glensaul, Tourmakeady. He was nephew of Ann Maree, Upper Churchfield, Tourmakeady. May their souls rest in peace.
Also the death has taken place of Mr. Paddy King, Trean, Tourmakeady, on Wednesday, November 25. He was laid to rest in Churchfield cemetery, on Saturday, November 28. Paddy is survived by his wife Bridie, two daughters, two sons and extended family
Annual church gate collection
THE annual church gate collection for self-help Africa, will be taken up at all Masses in the Tourmakeady and Partry areas, on Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6.
Double CD on sale
A DOUBLE CD of Irish music, song and dance, produced by Acadmh na hOllscolaíocht Gaeile, NUI Galway, is on sale, with proceeds going to Our Lady’s Hospital for Sick Children Crumlin, Dublin. It costs €20 and further information is available from (094) 9544295. It is on sale at the Ionad Seirbhisí Teanga.
Forward Notice
RENOVATION work will soon be commencing on the hall – we are just waiting for a break in the weather. The hall will still be in use while most of the work is in progress, however when the roof is being renewed we will not be able to use the hall and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We will try to work around events but hope that the benefit to the community when the work is completed will have made it worthwhile.
Can you help us and make some cakes!!!!!!!
If you would be interested in making cakes for sale when Santa’s comes to Tourmakeady Hall on Sunday December 6 after 11.30am mass it would be much appreciated. The hall will be open to receive them from 10.45am in the morning. All proceeds go to the renovation of the hall. Thank you in advance.
Tourmakeady Website
YOU may be interested to know that the address of the website promoting the area is www.tourmakeady.com If you are interesting in advertising on the website or have any articles of interest or photographs that we can publish please contact us on eolas@tourmakeady.com or telephone 094 95 44295
Calendar of Events
WE are putting together a calendar of events to publicise the activities that take place in Tourmakeady clubs and organisations. The website address is www.tourmakeady.com If you would like to publicise your event or meeting on the Event Calendar please sent your information to eolas@tourmakeady.com The calendar will be planned 12 months ahead and will be updated every week. All items submitted will be published at the discretion of the Webmaster.
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the pension / fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. Forms are available in Tourmakeady Hall.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to Walkers
PLEASE wear reflective clothing while out walking - in particular at night.
Recycle facility activities recorded
EVERYONE in the community is asked to use the recycling bins properly and not to leave bags, boxes or other items on the ground. Cameras are installed at the hall, so every movement is recorded.
A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007.
Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie.
THE over 60’s Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 3, at 3 p.m. in Paddy’s, Tourmakeady. All welcome. Telephone (094) 95 44295 or (094) 95 44258 for details.
Christmas 25 drive
A CHRISTMAS 25 drive will take place at Máire Luke’s, Tourmakeady, on Thursday, December 3, at 9 p.m.
On Friday, December 4, there is a 21st birthday party and on Sunday, December 6, at 8.30 p.m. there is a traditional music and song session.
The restaurant is open on Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. and there is a special Sunday lunch. Booking is advised at (094) 9544080.
Christmas disco
A CHRISTMAS disco will be held in Tourmakeady hall, on Friday, December 4, at 9 p.m. to 11.45 p.m. It is being organised by Club - Óige Tuar Mhic Éadaigh and everyone is welcome.
Church missions
BALLYOVEY Mission is underway in the Tourmakeady and Partry churches. Mass each day is at 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. and mission is on every evening, at 8 p.m. in both churches.
A full turnout is requested for the evening sessions and everyone is asked to work around the mission for this week, including club and community activities. It will close on Saturday, at 7 p.m. in Partry and 8 p.m. in Tourmakeady. The visiting priests are Fr. Michael Cusack and Fr. Clement MacManus. All activities in the parish should be arranged around the mission times for this week and a good turnout is expected by the visiting priests.
Santa Claus is coming to Tourmakeady
SANTA Claus will arrive in Tourmakeady at the hall to meet the children of Tourmakeady, on Sunday, December 6, after 11.30 a.m. Mass. Santa will be leaving the hall at approximately 2.15pm Make it a date - cakes, raffles and games.
GAA annual general meeting
TOURMAKEADY GAA club annual general meeting will be held on Sunday, December 6, at 7 p.m. in the clubhouse, of Pairc Naoimh Muire.
The club will look back on 2009 and look forward hopefully to a better 2010. All managers and Underage teams are urgently requested to be in attendance. And, all members are invited. The clubhouse is heated.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
MONDAY December 7 at the cinema
Parent & Toddler Group
TUESDAY December 8 in the hall 10.30 – 12.15pm
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Disco
TOURMAKEADY Hall Tuesday December 8 6.00pm – 8.00pm. Disco for all youngsters from age group 8 years – 13 years
Come along for a night of Christmas Craic
CÓISIR na Nollag I dTuar Mhic Éadaigh in Tí Mháire Lúc's Saturday December 12 7.00pm – Irish class students and all are very welcome. Cost €50 including accommodation. For more information please telephone 087 6972922
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
FOLLOWING the recent meeting it was agreed to start the knitting circle in January 2010. There has been a lot of interest. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. Contact will be made in January to set a date and time. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year. Thank you to everyone that attended. We will be in touch in the New Year.
Thank you
THANK you to everyone that supported the Sean nos dancing.
New venture lambdirect launched
CONGRATULATIONS and good luck to the four farmers of Tourmakeady, who have launched a brand new venture entitled lamb direct. Lamb reared in Tourmakeady will be delivered to your home. There are plans to extend the project.
The farmers are John Joyce, Philip Staunton, Seamus Hughes and Tom Staunton. They represent a 50 per cent stake in the venture, with four other farmers from Westport also on board.
A packed house attended the official launch at the Mill House Hotel, Westport, last week.
A quality product, produced locally and cheaper than other products is being offered and local support for the venture is requested.
Orders are being taken from hotels, shops, restaurants, or homes, from Maura, at (094) 95 44163 or www.lambdirect.ie.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game are Martin Prendergast, Letterineen; and Sean and Ann Barker, Goirtinmore. They both receive €100 for choosing number 10. The next draw is on Saturday, December 5, at 8 p.m.
Church rota
DEIRDRE Cavanagh will read at the Mass, on Saturday, December 5, in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Carmel Garvey and Kathleen Staunton. Tomas O’hEanachain will read at the Sunday, 11.30 a.m. Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Mary Conroy and Mary Moran are on church care week.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are John Ruane and James Reynolds. They receive €100 each for choosing number 10. The next draw is on Saturday, December 5, at 8 p.m.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place in New York, USA, of Padraig Forde, formerly of Riverstown, Co. Sligo. He was husband of Eileen Meeneghan, Gortfree, Tourmakeady.
Padraig was laid to rest in Riverstown, Co. Sligo, on Saturday, November 21.
Also the death took place in Wales, of Mr. Paddy Casey, whose ancestors came from Glensaul, Tourmakeady. He was nephew of Ann Maree, Upper Churchfield, Tourmakeady. May their souls rest in peace.
Also the death has taken place of Mr. Paddy King, Trean, Tourmakeady, on Wednesday, November 25. He was laid to rest in Churchfield cemetery, on Saturday, November 28. Paddy is survived by his wife Bridie, two daughters, two sons and extended family
Annual church gate collection
THE annual church gate collection for self-help Africa, will be taken up at all Masses in the Tourmakeady and Partry areas, on Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6.
Double CD on sale
A DOUBLE CD of Irish music, song and dance, produced by Acadmh na hOllscolaíocht Gaeile, NUI Galway, is on sale, with proceeds going to Our Lady’s Hospital for Sick Children Crumlin, Dublin. It costs €20 and further information is available from (094) 9544295. It is on sale at the Ionad Seirbhisí Teanga.
Forward Notice
RENOVATION work will soon be commencing on the hall – we are just waiting for a break in the weather. The hall will still be in use while most of the work is in progress, however when the roof is being renewed we will not be able to use the hall and we apologise in advance for any inconvenience. We will try to work around events but hope that the benefit to the community when the work is completed will have made it worthwhile.
Can you help us and make some cakes!!!!!!!
If you would be interested in making cakes for sale when Santa’s comes to Tourmakeady Hall on Sunday December 6 after 11.30am mass it would be much appreciated. The hall will be open to receive them from 10.45am in the morning. All proceeds go to the renovation of the hall. Thank you in advance.
Tourmakeady Website
YOU may be interested to know that the address of the website promoting the area is www.tourmakeady.com If you are interesting in advertising on the website or have any articles of interest or photographs that we can publish please contact us on eolas@tourmakeady.com or telephone 094 95 44295
Calendar of Events
WE are putting together a calendar of events to publicise the activities that take place in Tourmakeady clubs and organisations. The website address is www.tourmakeady.com If you would like to publicise your event or meeting on the Event Calendar please sent your information to eolas@tourmakeady.com The calendar will be planned 12 months ahead and will be updated every week. All items submitted will be published at the discretion of the Webmaster.
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the pension / fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. Forms are available in Tourmakeady Hall.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to Walkers
PLEASE wear reflective clothing while out walking - in particular at night.
Recycle facility activities recorded
EVERYONE in the community is asked to use the recycling bins properly and not to leave bags, boxes or other items on the ground. Cameras are installed at the hall, so every movement is recorded.
A generous thank you for provision of some of the above items to Michael John Casey and the Connaught Telegraph Ltd., Printers, Publishers, Stationers since 1828. Cavendish Lane, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland. t: +353 94 9021711, f: +353 94 9024007.
Why not check out our full version e-edition and try a copy for free via the web @ www.con-telegraph.ie.
