Week ending 30th January 2010 www.tourmakeady.com
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Due to work in the hall we have had to delay the start back date. Will be in contact shortly.
Parent & Toddler Group
New venue arrangements have been made and we will be circulating the information shortly.
Knitting Circle
Start date will be in February after the initial work on the roof has been completed. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet.
Mobile Cinema
The mobile 100 seater cinema will be visiting Tourmakeady the 15th and 16th February. It will be parked in the GAA Car Park. Show times will be announced next week.
Computer Courses
Computer classes will start back in February
Hall Renovation Update
During the work to remove the asbestos roof the community centre will not be staffed. The initial renovation work will concentrate on the roof, followed by the new extension and internal works. Please pray for continuing good weather.
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. For a form please telephone 094 95 43991.
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.
Recycling
Due to work in progress at the hall the recycling bins have a new temporary location it is at the picnic area in Shanvalleyard - where the big stone Failté is. You are reminded not to leave litter on the ground or the roads.
Bonus number game winners
WELL done to Mike & Kitty Kelly and Nancy Heneghan. Winning the lotto bonus number game for Tourmakeady hall. They win €100 for choosing number 4. Thank you to everyone for all your support we are very grateful.
Thank you
Thank you to everyone that attended the new Tourism initiative
Stop Press
We have learned today Friday that we were successful in the all Ireland Glór na nGael annual competition achieving first place Leibhéal 2 (Gaeltacht) Urraithe ag Udarás na Gaeltachta 1ú Duais €3,000 Coiste Cultúir, Teanga agus Forbartha Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Co. Mhaigh Eo 2ú Duais €1,500 Craobh Mhaigh Cuilinn, Conradh na Gaeilge, Co. na Gaillimhe Thank you to all involved
Due to work in the hall we have had to delay the start back date. Will be in contact shortly.
Parent & Toddler Group
New venue arrangements have been made and we will be circulating the information shortly.
Knitting Circle
Start date will be in February after the initial work on the roof has been completed. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet.
Mobile Cinema
The mobile 100 seater cinema will be visiting Tourmakeady the 15th and 16th February. It will be parked in the GAA Car Park. Show times will be announced next week.
Computer Courses
Computer classes will start back in February
Hall Renovation Update
During the work to remove the asbestos roof the community centre will not be staffed. The initial renovation work will concentrate on the roof, followed by the new extension and internal works. Please pray for continuing good weather.
Insulation
ANYONE who is on social welfare, unemployed, in receipt of the fuel allowance may be eligible for standard subsidised insulation of their home for a payment of €125.00. For a form please telephone 094 95 43991.
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.
Recycling
Due to work in progress at the hall the recycling bins have a new temporary location it is at the picnic area in Shanvalleyard - where the big stone Failté is. You are reminded not to leave litter on the ground or the roads.
Bonus number game winners
WELL done to Mike & Kitty Kelly and Nancy Heneghan. Winning the lotto bonus number game for Tourmakeady hall. They win €100 for choosing number 4. Thank you to everyone for all your support we are very grateful.
Thank you
Thank you to everyone that attended the new Tourism initiative
Stop Press
We have learned today Friday that we were successful in the all Ireland Glór na nGael annual competition achieving first place Leibhéal 2 (Gaeltacht) Urraithe ag Udarás na Gaeltachta 1ú Duais €3,000 Coiste Cultúir, Teanga agus Forbartha Thuar Mhic Éadaigh, Co. Mhaigh Eo 2ú Duais €1,500 Craobh Mhaigh Cuilinn, Conradh na Gaeilge, Co. na Gaillimhe Thank you to all involved
Week ending 23rd January 2010
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Due to work in the hall we have to delay the start back date. More information soon.
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Due to work in the hall we have to delay the start back date. More information soon.
Parent & Toddler Group
New venue arrangements will be announced shortly.
Over 60’s Club
Due to work in the hall we have to delay the start back date. More information soon..
Confirmation
CONFIRMATION day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
Start date will be in February after the initial work has started in the hall. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year.
Mobile Cinema
The mobile cinema will be visiting Tourmakeady in February. More details shortly
Computer Courses
Computer classes will start back in February
Hall Update
RENOVATION work on the hall has commenced and the initial work will concentrate on the roof, followed on by the new extension and internal works. Please pray for good weather.
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.
Recycling
PLEASE note that due to work in progress at the hall the recycling bins will have a new location. We are working with Mayo County Council to organise this and hope to be able to advise the community in the next newsletter where they have been relocated too. Please do not leave litter on the ground or the roads.
Old and used mobile phones required
A REQUEST goes out to everyone in the community to donate old and used mobile phones. They can be dropped off at Tourmakeady post office or Máire Lukes as soon as possible.
Thanks to the great effort of Andrew Gibbons, of Fonfit, a brand new defibrillator will be installed at O’Toole’s, shortly.
It is now hoped to collect enough old and used mobile phones for a second defibrillator, which will be installed in Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant and the community would be well served with one at Coláiste Muire, Tourmakeady GAA ground, O’Tooles and hopefully Máire Lukes.
Twelve people are also invited to join up for a first-aid course in order to obtain a new defibrillator. Thank you to everyone concerned.
General meeting at the Partry community centre
ALL farmers are invited to attend a general meeting at the Partry community centre, on Friday, January 22, at 8 p.m.
The meeting is being held to discuss the possibility of reducing and controlling deer in the area.
Farmers and interested members of Partry, Ballinrobe and Tourmakeady communities are asked to attend this meeting.
Other issues to be addressed include usage of the Tourmakeady/Partry road and burial plots in Tourmakeady cemetery amongst others.
A New Year Special draw for non winners of the lotto
Winners Kenneth & Noreen Gibbons and Padraig & Kathy O'Malley.
Bonus number game winners
WELL done to Connie O’Toole, Gortnaldirg and David Lally, Gortnacullin, on winning the bonus number game for Tourmakeady hall. They win €100 for choosing number 35.
There will be more winners on Saturday, January 23, at 8 p.m.
Church Rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Michael John Casey and Aine Uí Conghaile. John Power will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass. Eucharistic Ministers will be Mary Sheridan and Martin O’Neill.
GAA weekly lotto winners
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA weekly lotto held at the Lough Mask Inn, on Saturday, January 16. The numbers chosen were 7, 24, 26 and 27. The consolation winners were Padraig Lydon, Fairgreen View; Michael Derrig, Castlebar; Michael Kelly, Treenlair; Andy Gibbons, Goirtin A Colle and Padraig O’hEanachain, Goirtin Mór. The next draw will be on Saturday night, with €6,300 in the jackpot. Tickets cost €2 and are on sale throughout the parish.
Recipe to beat the recession
A RECIPE to beat the recession will be held at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, on Wednesday, January 27 and every Wednesday thereafter. A series of social dancing classes will commence at 8.30 p.m. and it promises to be a night of fun. There will be a well-known tutor in attendance. Further details are available from Barbara, at (094) 9544080.
The weekly card games take place on Thursday nights, at 9 p.m. and the restaurant is open every Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for that special Sunday lunch.
Partry bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Partry bonus number game in conjunction with the Partry residents association are Kathleen and Vincent Horan, Ballygarry and also Margaret and Sean Gibbons, Ballinern. Both couples receive €100 each for having number 35. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Haiti earthquake disaster collection
A GENERAL collection for the Haiti earthquake disaster will be taken up at all Masses in Tourmakeady and the Bunaún next weekend, January 23 and 24. All envelopes should be given in at the church basket collection.
CD launch
A HUGE crowd attended the launch of a special CD at the Village Inn, Partry, on Saturday last. It was recorded by Tom Walsh and entitled Some Old Favourites, with all proceeds going to Down Syndrome Ireland.
A native of Cornamona, Co. Galway and husband of May Gibbons, Gallagh, Partry, Tom is no stranger to the Partry area. He hopes the CD will sell well for this worthy cause.
May, who is sister of Dick, Peter and Michael Gibbons, will have the CD on sale in the Village Inn, Partry; Corrigans store, Ballintubber or from tomwalsh.info@googlemail.com.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place suddenly of Michael Coen, Glengosslin, Tourmakeady. Burial took place on Monday, January 18, in Churchfield cemetery. May his soul rest in peace.
Waterfall magazine
THE last few Waterfall magazines are on sale in Máire Lukes, Tourmakeady post office, Martin Murphys, Ballinrobe, Wynn’s news agency, Main Street, Castlebar and the Village Inn, Partry.
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
Due to work in the hall we have to delay the start back date. More information soon.
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Due to work in the hall we have to delay the start back date. More information soon.
Parent & Toddler Group
New venue arrangements will be announced shortly.
Over 60’s Club
Due to work in the hall we have to delay the start back date. More information soon..
Confirmation
CONFIRMATION day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
Start date will be in February after the initial work has started in the hall. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year.
Mobile Cinema
The mobile cinema will be visiting Tourmakeady in February. More details shortly
Computer Courses
Computer classes will start back in February
Hall Update
RENOVATION work on the hall has commenced and the initial work will concentrate on the roof, followed on by the new extension and internal works. Please pray for good weather.
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.
Recycling
PLEASE note that due to work in progress at the hall the recycling bins will have a new location. We are working with Mayo County Council to organise this and hope to be able to advise the community in the next newsletter where they have been relocated too. Please do not leave litter on the ground or the roads.
Old and used mobile phones required
A REQUEST goes out to everyone in the community to donate old and used mobile phones. They can be dropped off at Tourmakeady post office or Máire Lukes as soon as possible.
Thanks to the great effort of Andrew Gibbons, of Fonfit, a brand new defibrillator will be installed at O’Toole’s, shortly.
It is now hoped to collect enough old and used mobile phones for a second defibrillator, which will be installed in Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant and the community would be well served with one at Coláiste Muire, Tourmakeady GAA ground, O’Tooles and hopefully Máire Lukes.
Twelve people are also invited to join up for a first-aid course in order to obtain a new defibrillator. Thank you to everyone concerned.
General meeting at the Partry community centre
ALL farmers are invited to attend a general meeting at the Partry community centre, on Friday, January 22, at 8 p.m.
The meeting is being held to discuss the possibility of reducing and controlling deer in the area.
Farmers and interested members of Partry, Ballinrobe and Tourmakeady communities are asked to attend this meeting.
Other issues to be addressed include usage of the Tourmakeady/Partry road and burial plots in Tourmakeady cemetery amongst others.
A New Year Special draw for non winners of the lotto
Winners Kenneth & Noreen Gibbons and Padraig & Kathy O'Malley.
Bonus number game winners
WELL done to Connie O’Toole, Gortnaldirg and David Lally, Gortnacullin, on winning the bonus number game for Tourmakeady hall. They win €100 for choosing number 35.
There will be more winners on Saturday, January 23, at 8 p.m.
Church Rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the 8 p.m. Saturday night Mass in Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Michael John Casey and Aine Uí Conghaile. John Power will read at the 11.30 a.m. Sunday Mass. Eucharistic Ministers will be Mary Sheridan and Martin O’Neill.
GAA weekly lotto winners
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA weekly lotto held at the Lough Mask Inn, on Saturday, January 16. The numbers chosen were 7, 24, 26 and 27. The consolation winners were Padraig Lydon, Fairgreen View; Michael Derrig, Castlebar; Michael Kelly, Treenlair; Andy Gibbons, Goirtin A Colle and Padraig O’hEanachain, Goirtin Mór. The next draw will be on Saturday night, with €6,300 in the jackpot. Tickets cost €2 and are on sale throughout the parish.
Recipe to beat the recession
A RECIPE to beat the recession will be held at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, on Wednesday, January 27 and every Wednesday thereafter. A series of social dancing classes will commence at 8.30 p.m. and it promises to be a night of fun. There will be a well-known tutor in attendance. Further details are available from Barbara, at (094) 9544080.
The weekly card games take place on Thursday nights, at 9 p.m. and the restaurant is open every Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for that special Sunday lunch.
Partry bonus number game
THE latest winners of the Partry bonus number game in conjunction with the Partry residents association are Kathleen and Vincent Horan, Ballygarry and also Margaret and Sean Gibbons, Ballinern. Both couples receive €100 each for having number 35. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Haiti earthquake disaster collection
A GENERAL collection for the Haiti earthquake disaster will be taken up at all Masses in Tourmakeady and the Bunaún next weekend, January 23 and 24. All envelopes should be given in at the church basket collection.
CD launch
A HUGE crowd attended the launch of a special CD at the Village Inn, Partry, on Saturday last. It was recorded by Tom Walsh and entitled Some Old Favourites, with all proceeds going to Down Syndrome Ireland.
A native of Cornamona, Co. Galway and husband of May Gibbons, Gallagh, Partry, Tom is no stranger to the Partry area. He hopes the CD will sell well for this worthy cause.
May, who is sister of Dick, Peter and Michael Gibbons, will have the CD on sale in the Village Inn, Partry; Corrigans store, Ballintubber or from tomwalsh.info@googlemail.com.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place suddenly of Michael Coen, Glengosslin, Tourmakeady. Burial took place on Monday, January 18, in Churchfield cemetery. May his soul rest in peace.
Waterfall magazine
THE last few Waterfall magazines are on sale in Máire Lukes, Tourmakeady post office, Martin Murphys, Ballinrobe, Wynn’s news agency, Main Street, Castlebar and the Village Inn, Partry.
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 16th January 2010
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Start back date to be advised.
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Start back date to be advised.
Parent & Toddler Group
Start back date to be advised.
Over 60’s Club
Start back date to be advised..
Extending the Tourism Season
THERE will be a meeting for those working or interested in tourism. It will take place this coming week and will explore ideas and ways to extend the tourism season in this area. We do not have all the details at present, if you are interested please call 094 95 43991 after the weekend for the date and time of meeting. Many thanks.
Confirmation
CONFIRMATION day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
Start date will be in February after the initial work has started in the hall. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year.
Hall Update
RENOVATION work to the hall should be commencing this week.
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.
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 as soon as possible.
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 when we have them.
Recycling
PLEASE note that due to work in progress at the hall the recycling bins will have a new location. We are working with Mayo County Council to organise this and hope to be able to advise the community in the next newsletter where they have been relocated too. Please do not leave litter on the ground or the roads.
Successful awards night at Partry Athletic Club
CONGRATULATIONS to Partry Athletic Club, on a great awards night held at their annual social in The Lough Inn, Partry, last week.
Having secured four promotions in recent years, the club ended up in fifth place in the Mayo premier division, 2009.
This is a great achievement for a young club and well done
Congratulations to Ciaran Hennelly, who was awarded player of the year and Michael Lally, who was top scorer in 2009.
Another highlight of the club was the launch of the Underage structure, with teams in most Underage leagues.
Anyone wishing to join the soccer weekly lotto should contact Barry Bourke, Kenneth O’Malley or Vincent Horan.
Bonus number game winners
THE latest winners of the Tourmakeady bonus number game are Julie and Frank Lally, Tawnagh. Also Helen and Martin Heneghan, Gortnacullin. Both couples receive €100 each for having number 44. The next draw is on Saturday, January 16, at 8 p.m.
Church rota
FR. Padraig Standún will read at the Saturday night, 8 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey. Marion O’Malley will read at the Sunday morning Mass, at 11.30 a.m. Ministers of the Eucharist are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. The Tawnagh ladies are on church care week.
New baby girl
CONGRATULATIONS to Carina and Marcus Coyne, Shanafarhan, Finney, on the birth of their baby daughter Sinead. She is a little sister for Molly and granddaughter for the Coyne and Conway households.
Partry bonus number draw winners
THE most recent winners of the Partry bonus number game draw are Pat Durcan, The Village Inn and Michael Harte, Killkerran. Both receive €100 each for having number 44. There will be more winners on Saturday, January 16, at 8 p.m.
Old and used mobile phones required
A REQUEST goes out to everyone in the community to donate old and used mobile phones. They can be dropped off at Tourmakeady post office or Máire Lukes as soon as possible.
Thanks to the great effort of Andrew Gibbons, of Fonfit, a brand new defibrillator will be installed at O’Toole’s, shortly.
It is now hoped to collect enough old and used mobile phones for a second defibrillator, which will be installed in Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant and the community would be well served with one at Colaiste Muire, Tourmakeady GAA ground, O’Tooles and hopefully Máire Lukes.
Twelve people are also invited to join up for a first-aid course in order to obtain a new defibrillator. Thank you to everyone concerned.
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
Start back date to be advised.
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Start back date to be advised.
Parent & Toddler Group
Start back date to be advised.
Over 60’s Club
Start back date to be advised..
Extending the Tourism Season
THERE will be a meeting for those working or interested in tourism. It will take place this coming week and will explore ideas and ways to extend the tourism season in this area. We do not have all the details at present, if you are interested please call 094 95 43991 after the weekend for the date and time of meeting. Many thanks.
Confirmation
CONFIRMATION day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
Start date will be in February after the initial work has started in the hall. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year.
Hall Update
RENOVATION work to the hall should be commencing this week.
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.
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 as soon as possible.
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 when we have them.
Recycling
PLEASE note that due to work in progress at the hall the recycling bins will have a new location. We are working with Mayo County Council to organise this and hope to be able to advise the community in the next newsletter where they have been relocated too. Please do not leave litter on the ground or the roads.
Successful awards night at Partry Athletic Club
CONGRATULATIONS to Partry Athletic Club, on a great awards night held at their annual social in The Lough Inn, Partry, last week.
Having secured four promotions in recent years, the club ended up in fifth place in the Mayo premier division, 2009.
This is a great achievement for a young club and well done
Congratulations to Ciaran Hennelly, who was awarded player of the year and Michael Lally, who was top scorer in 2009.
Another highlight of the club was the launch of the Underage structure, with teams in most Underage leagues.
Anyone wishing to join the soccer weekly lotto should contact Barry Bourke, Kenneth O’Malley or Vincent Horan.
Bonus number game winners
THE latest winners of the Tourmakeady bonus number game are Julie and Frank Lally, Tawnagh. Also Helen and Martin Heneghan, Gortnacullin. Both couples receive €100 each for having number 44. The next draw is on Saturday, January 16, at 8 p.m.
Church rota
FR. Padraig Standún will read at the Saturday night, 8 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey. Marion O’Malley will read at the Sunday morning Mass, at 11.30 a.m. Ministers of the Eucharist are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. The Tawnagh ladies are on church care week.
New baby girl
CONGRATULATIONS to Carina and Marcus Coyne, Shanafarhan, Finney, on the birth of their baby daughter Sinead. She is a little sister for Molly and granddaughter for the Coyne and Conway households.
Partry bonus number draw winners
THE most recent winners of the Partry bonus number game draw are Pat Durcan, The Village Inn and Michael Harte, Killkerran. Both receive €100 each for having number 44. There will be more winners on Saturday, January 16, at 8 p.m.
Old and used mobile phones required
A REQUEST goes out to everyone in the community to donate old and used mobile phones. They can be dropped off at Tourmakeady post office or Máire Lukes as soon as possible.
Thanks to the great effort of Andrew Gibbons, of Fonfit, a brand new defibrillator will be installed at O’Toole’s, shortly.
It is now hoped to collect enough old and used mobile phones for a second defibrillator, which will be installed in Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant and the community would be well served with one at Colaiste Muire, Tourmakeady GAA ground, O’Tooles and hopefully Máire Lukes.
Twelve people are also invited to join up for a first-aid course in order to obtain a new defibrillator. Thank you to everyone concerned.
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 9th January 2010
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Start back date to be advised.
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Start back date to be advised.
Parent & Toddler Group
Start back date to be advised.
Over 60’s Club
Start back date to be advised.
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
Start date to be advised. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year.
Hall Update
RENOVATION work should be commencing as soon as the weather improves. We can’t do anything about the delay at present.
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.
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 as soon as possible.
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 when we have them.
GAA lotto winners
THERE were no outright winners of the Tourmakeady GAA local lotto draw, held on December 26, at O’Toole’s.
The numbers chosen were 8, 17, 31 and 32. Consolation prizes went to Cathy O’Toole, Cappaduff; Mary Prendergast, Gortmor; Jackie O’Brien, Shanvallyard; John Marrey, Cappencreha and Jimmie Gibbons, Treenlaur.
The next draw is on Saturday and the jackpot is over €6,000. Tickets cost €2 each or three for €5. All silver circle tickets are available, with 52 weeks, for €100.
Engagement announcement
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms. Niamh Heneghan, daughter of Patricia and Tommie Heneghan, Churchfield, Tourmakeady, on her engagement to Mr. David Hughes, son of Mary and Brendan Hughes, Carnacon, Claremorris. Both communities of Tourmakeady and Carnacon unite in wishing Niamh and David lots of luck in the future.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
WINNERS of the December 26, Tourmakeady hall bonus number game were Seamus and Noreen Hughes, Derryveeney and James and Mary Ann Heneghan, Shangorth. Both couples receive €100 each for choosing number 28. Winners on Saturday, January 2, were Nora McHugh, Maam and John Farragher, Shangorth, both of whom had number 9 and now €100 each.
Bereavements
THE death has occurred of Mrs. Eileen Whelan, Barra Na hAbhna, Tourmakeady, at the Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar, on Christmas day, December 25, 2009.
Born Eileen Joyce, in Coill Mór, Finney, over 70 years ago, the youngest of 11 children, she married Tom Whelan, of Barra Na hAbhna and they were blessed with five children, whom Eileen loved and cherished.
Eileen also had a special welcome for her two grandchildren, Oisin and Meabh and her daughters-in-law, to her home. She received special care in her own home from her family.
Her remains were removed from the funeral home in Tourmakeady, to St. Mary’s church. Burial took place on Monday, in Churchfield cemetery, after 12 noon Mass, in Tourmakeady, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady.
Eileen is survived by her husband Tom, daughters Rita and Mary, sons Tom, Michael and Padraig, grandchildren, Oisin and Meabh, daughters-in-law Eileen and Sarah Whelan. Also brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, neighbours and relations. May her soul rest with the Lord. Mass is in Tourmakeady church, on Thursday, January 7, at 7.30 p.m.
Also the death has taken place in Ballyvourney, Co. Cork, of John De Burca, father of Liam De Burca, Cólaisti Muire and Tawnagh, Tourmakeady. He was laid to rest in Ballyvourney, after 2 p.m. Mass, on Saturday, January 2.
John is survived by his wife Peig and their sons. He was also father-in-law to Siobhán De Burca and grandfather to Jack De Burca, all of Tawnagh, Srah. May his soul rest in peace.
Also the death has taken place at her residence of Mrs. Nora Maguire, Srah, Tourmakeady, in her 98th year.
Born Nora Heneghan, Derrendafderg, Srah, she was predeceased by her husband, William, in 1991.
Ever since, Nora was cared for in the comfort of her home by her nephew Michael and his wife Veronica and family.
Removal took place on Thursday, December 31, from her home, to St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady.
Burial took place on Friday, January 1, in the family plot, after 12 noon Mass, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady.
Nora is survived by her niece Sarah McGing, nephews Michael and John Heneghan and extended family. May her soul rest in peace.
Also the death has taken place on Monday, December 28, of Mr. Séan Gibbons, Goirtin A Colle, Tourmakeady, at the Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar, in his 67th year, after a short illness.
He was known locally as the tailor Gibbons, as his father was a tailor, in his native Ballintubber.
Sean was well-known for his many years of hard work in Ireland and England. He loved the land reclaimed with his JCB; his card playing and country music.
On Wednesday, December 30, his remains were removed to St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady, for 12 noon Mass, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady, assisted by Fr. Farragher. Readings, reflections and music were given by family members and friends.
Burial took place in Churchfield cemetery. Séan is survived by seven in family, his sisters Una, Nancy and Margaret. He was predeceased by his brother Paddy, Ballintubber. Sympathy is extended to all his grandchildren and extended family. May his soul rest in peace.
Also the death has occurred of Mrs. Ann Coleman, born Ann Gibbons, in 1924, in Gortnacullin, Tourmakeady.
She was one of eight children, leaving school at the age of 12, to care for the other members of her family when her mother took seriously ill.
Ann married Jim Coleman in 1954 and they were blessed with four children.
Burial took place on Saturday, January 2, following 12 noon Mass, in Carnacon church, celebrated by Fr. Frank Fahy, assisted by Fr. Jack Garvey. May her soul rest in peace.
Church Rota
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the 8 p.m. Mass on Saturday next, in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julia Lally. Siobhán Dé Burca will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill. Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill are on church care week.
Wednesday, January 6, is a holy day and Mass will be held on Tuesday, January 5, at 8 p.m. and on Wednesday morning, at 11.30 a.m.
Recycle properly
EVERYONE using the recycling bins at the community hall and the church is asked to use them in a proper manner. Please do not leave litter on the ground or the road.
Engagements
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms. Tracy Cooling, daughter of Teresa and Brian Cooling, Gortinmore, Tourmakeady, on her engagement to Mr. Stephen Patten, at Christmas.
Also to Helen Walsh, Letterineen, Tourmakeady, on her engagement to Mr. Jeff O’Neill, Roundfort. Both couples are wished the best of luck on this special occasion.
Also to Ms. Cathy Heneghan, Derrendafderg, Srah, daughter of Teresa and Eddie Heneghan, on her engagement to Mr. Damien Heneghan, son of Mary Sarah and Jimmie Heneghan, Goirtin a Colle, Tourmakeady.
Lotto draw
THE next lotto draw will take place on Saturday, January 9, with Tom Heneghan and team on duty and the draw taking place in The Lough Inn, Partry.
Partry residents bonus numbers
THE latest winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are Bernard Burke, Dererin and also Guy and Francoise Racoillet, Derrew. Both families receive €100 each for choosing number nine.
Winners on December 26, were Maureen McHugh, Portroyal and Maura Gibbons, Gallagh. Both girls had number 28 and now receive €100 each.
Mass for GAA deceased and living members
MASS will be celebrated, at 7.30 p.m. on Friday, January 8, for all members of the Tourmakeady GAA Club deceased and living members.
The Paddy Hoban show
ON stage at Máire Lukes bar and restaurant on Friday, January 8, is the Paddy Hoban show.
The restaurant will be opened on Sunday, January 10, between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. and bookings can be made at (094) 9544080. A happy new year to all Máire Lukes’ customers.
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.
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Start back date to be advised.
Óige na Gaeltachta BunChlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
Start back date to be advised.
Parent & Toddler Group
Start back date to be advised.
Over 60’s Club
Start back date to be advised.
Confirmation
Confirmation day is on Friday, February 26, 2010, at St. Mary’s church, Partry.
Knitting Circle
Start date to be advised. The circle will concentrate on knitting and crochet. There is also interest in Patchwork, and it is anticipated that this will start later in the year.
Hall Update
RENOVATION work should be commencing as soon as the weather improves. We can’t do anything about the delay at present.
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.
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 as soon as possible.
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 when we have them.
GAA lotto winners
THERE were no outright winners of the Tourmakeady GAA local lotto draw, held on December 26, at O’Toole’s.
The numbers chosen were 8, 17, 31 and 32. Consolation prizes went to Cathy O’Toole, Cappaduff; Mary Prendergast, Gortmor; Jackie O’Brien, Shanvallyard; John Marrey, Cappencreha and Jimmie Gibbons, Treenlaur.
The next draw is on Saturday and the jackpot is over €6,000. Tickets cost €2 each or three for €5. All silver circle tickets are available, with 52 weeks, for €100.
Engagement announcement
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms. Niamh Heneghan, daughter of Patricia and Tommie Heneghan, Churchfield, Tourmakeady, on her engagement to Mr. David Hughes, son of Mary and Brendan Hughes, Carnacon, Claremorris. Both communities of Tourmakeady and Carnacon unite in wishing Niamh and David lots of luck in the future.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
WINNERS of the December 26, Tourmakeady hall bonus number game were Seamus and Noreen Hughes, Derryveeney and James and Mary Ann Heneghan, Shangorth. Both couples receive €100 each for choosing number 28. Winners on Saturday, January 2, were Nora McHugh, Maam and John Farragher, Shangorth, both of whom had number 9 and now €100 each.
Bereavements
THE death has occurred of Mrs. Eileen Whelan, Barra Na hAbhna, Tourmakeady, at the Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar, on Christmas day, December 25, 2009.
Born Eileen Joyce, in Coill Mór, Finney, over 70 years ago, the youngest of 11 children, she married Tom Whelan, of Barra Na hAbhna and they were blessed with five children, whom Eileen loved and cherished.
Eileen also had a special welcome for her two grandchildren, Oisin and Meabh and her daughters-in-law, to her home. She received special care in her own home from her family.
Her remains were removed from the funeral home in Tourmakeady, to St. Mary’s church. Burial took place on Monday, in Churchfield cemetery, after 12 noon Mass, in Tourmakeady, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady.
Eileen is survived by her husband Tom, daughters Rita and Mary, sons Tom, Michael and Padraig, grandchildren, Oisin and Meabh, daughters-in-law Eileen and Sarah Whelan. Also brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, neighbours and relations. May her soul rest with the Lord. Mass is in Tourmakeady church, on Thursday, January 7, at 7.30 p.m.
Also the death has taken place in Ballyvourney, Co. Cork, of John De Burca, father of Liam De Burca, Cólaisti Muire and Tawnagh, Tourmakeady. He was laid to rest in Ballyvourney, after 2 p.m. Mass, on Saturday, January 2.
John is survived by his wife Peig and their sons. He was also father-in-law to Siobhán De Burca and grandfather to Jack De Burca, all of Tawnagh, Srah. May his soul rest in peace.
Also the death has taken place at her residence of Mrs. Nora Maguire, Srah, Tourmakeady, in her 98th year.
Born Nora Heneghan, Derrendafderg, Srah, she was predeceased by her husband, William, in 1991.
Ever since, Nora was cared for in the comfort of her home by her nephew Michael and his wife Veronica and family.
Removal took place on Thursday, December 31, from her home, to St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady.
Burial took place on Friday, January 1, in the family plot, after 12 noon Mass, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady.
Nora is survived by her niece Sarah McGing, nephews Michael and John Heneghan and extended family. May her soul rest in peace.
Also the death has taken place on Monday, December 28, of Mr. Séan Gibbons, Goirtin A Colle, Tourmakeady, at the Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar, in his 67th year, after a short illness.
He was known locally as the tailor Gibbons, as his father was a tailor, in his native Ballintubber.
Sean was well-known for his many years of hard work in Ireland and England. He loved the land reclaimed with his JCB; his card playing and country music.
On Wednesday, December 30, his remains were removed to St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady, for 12 noon Mass, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady, assisted by Fr. Farragher. Readings, reflections and music were given by family members and friends.
Burial took place in Churchfield cemetery. Séan is survived by seven in family, his sisters Una, Nancy and Margaret. He was predeceased by his brother Paddy, Ballintubber. Sympathy is extended to all his grandchildren and extended family. May his soul rest in peace.
Also the death has occurred of Mrs. Ann Coleman, born Ann Gibbons, in 1924, in Gortnacullin, Tourmakeady.
She was one of eight children, leaving school at the age of 12, to care for the other members of her family when her mother took seriously ill.
Ann married Jim Coleman in 1954 and they were blessed with four children.
Burial took place on Saturday, January 2, following 12 noon Mass, in Carnacon church, celebrated by Fr. Frank Fahy, assisted by Fr. Jack Garvey. May her soul rest in peace.
Church Rota
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the 8 p.m. Mass on Saturday next, in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julia Lally. Siobhán Dé Burca will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill. Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill are on church care week.
Wednesday, January 6, is a holy day and Mass will be held on Tuesday, January 5, at 8 p.m. and on Wednesday morning, at 11.30 a.m.
Recycle properly
EVERYONE using the recycling bins at the community hall and the church is asked to use them in a proper manner. Please do not leave litter on the ground or the road.
Engagements
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms. Tracy Cooling, daughter of Teresa and Brian Cooling, Gortinmore, Tourmakeady, on her engagement to Mr. Stephen Patten, at Christmas.
Also to Helen Walsh, Letterineen, Tourmakeady, on her engagement to Mr. Jeff O’Neill, Roundfort. Both couples are wished the best of luck on this special occasion.
Also to Ms. Cathy Heneghan, Derrendafderg, Srah, daughter of Teresa and Eddie Heneghan, on her engagement to Mr. Damien Heneghan, son of Mary Sarah and Jimmie Heneghan, Goirtin a Colle, Tourmakeady.
Lotto draw
THE next lotto draw will take place on Saturday, January 9, with Tom Heneghan and team on duty and the draw taking place in The Lough Inn, Partry.
Partry residents bonus numbers
THE latest winners of the Partry residents bonus number game are Bernard Burke, Dererin and also Guy and Francoise Racoillet, Derrew. Both families receive €100 each for choosing number nine.
Winners on December 26, were Maureen McHugh, Portroyal and Maura Gibbons, Gallagh. Both girls had number 28 and now receive €100 each.
Mass for GAA deceased and living members
MASS will be celebrated, at 7.30 p.m. on Friday, January 8, for all members of the Tourmakeady GAA Club deceased and living members.
The Paddy Hoban show
ON stage at Máire Lukes bar and restaurant on Friday, January 8, is the Paddy Hoban show.
The restaurant will be opened on Sunday, January 10, between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. and bookings can be made at (094) 9544080. A happy new year to all Máire Lukes’ customers.
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
