Week ending 30th may 2010 www.tourmakeady.com
Bunnán Fundraiser
A fundraiser for the renovation of the Bunnán will take place at Maire Luke’s on Saturday, June 5, with The Brennan family on stage. Sponsorship welcome. Please support this community initiative.
Údarás na Gaeltachta Scoiláireachtaí Printíseachta Buachaillí/Cailíní/Fir/Mná
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…
Dates:
Campa A: 19th-23rd July
Campa B: 16th-20th August
Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Father Staunton
There will be a meeting on Tuesday June 1st in the hall at 8.30pm to arrange an appropriate send off for Father to his new ministry. All welcome to attend the meeting.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm. Friday Closed. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club) – Mayo in Motion
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Summer recess for swimming club
ON Saturday next, May 29, the very successful Tourmakeady Partry Swimming Club will go into its annual summer recess. It will be the final day of swimming and buses will run as normal at 12 noon and 1 p.m. The annual presentation awards will take place at 2 p.m. in Castlebar and all parents are invited to Castlebar for this great presentation day.
Local ladies in Dublin mini marathon
ON Monday, June 7, three well known Tourmakeady ladies will take part in the Dublin mini marathon with all proceeds going to the Tourmakeady Swimming Club. The three ladies are Jackie Heneghan, Rosaleen Molloy and Annemarie Heneghan. Sponsorship cards are available locally and all possible support would be greatly appreciated.
21st birthday party
CONGRATULATIONS to Miss Naoise O’Toole, daughter of Cathy and Kevin O’Toole, Tourmakeady, who celebrated her 21st birthday with a function in her honour at Paddy’s Bar and Restaurant. Naoise is granddaughter of Tomas and Bide O’Toole, Tourmakeady and Nora and Sean Lydon, Killeteaun. She is sister to David, Ciarra and Richard O’Toole.
Sad passing
THE death has taken place at The Friars Lodge Nursing Home, Ballinrobe, of Mrs. Bridgie Lynch, Ballinrobe and formerly Bridgie Lally, Derrasa, Srah, Claremorris.
She was in her 91st year and was preceded by her husband, John, in England in the mid-1990s. Bridie then moved to her native Mayo.
On Monday, May 17 her remains were removed to Tourmakeady Church from St. Mary’s Funeral Home. Burial took place in the family plot after 12 o’clock Mass celebrated by Cannon Desmond Grogan, Partry. Readings were given by her niece Coileen and grand nephew Michael Joe. Psalm was sung by her nephew Tommie Heneghan. Prayers of the Faithful were given by Anita Heneghan, grandniece. Bridgie is survived by her sister Kathleen, Chicago, Nieces and nephews in Chicago and Ireland. May her soul rest in peace.
Agricultural Show committee meeting
THE next meeting of Tourmakeady 2010 Agricultural Show Committee will be held on Thursday, May 27, in Tourmakeady Hall at 9 p.m. New members and new ideas welcome. The show is on July 5.
Film for charity
A GALA night, Sex in the City, will take place on Friday night next, May 28, at the Castlebar cinema in aid of Niall Mellon Township Trust. There will be a cheese and win reception and free cocktails afterwards.
Tickets cost €20 and can be had from The Lough Inn, Partry, Murphy’s Newsagents, Ballinrobe and Downtown Records, Castlebar and Westport. Due to cinema refurbishment approximately 40 less seats are available now than for Mama Mia and Sex and the City 1. Therefore buy your tickets today. More details from Mary, (087) 2820623.
Tourmakeady GAA lotto
THE numbers drawn in this week’s Tourmakeady GAA lotto, which was held on Saturday, May 15, were 5, 18, 28, 32 and consolation winners were Karen Hegarty Rowland, Padraig and Aine Lydon, Ceapadhubh, Gerry Hughes, Breaffy GAA, Tony McDonald and Tommy Mulhern.
Senior team win
TOURMAKEADY senior team had a good home victory over Garrymore on Saturday in summer type weather before a big crowd. The halftime score was Garrymore 0-7, Tourmakeady 0-6.
However, a more determined and victory seeking home team played a second half and two brilliant goals in the fourth by Brian Naughton and the 18th by top scorer Kevin Dolan sealed the issue and Tourmakeady ran out easy winners and the final score Tourmakeady 2.13, Garrymore 0-11.
Juvenile summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA Club is holding a juvenile summer camp for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10a.m. to 2p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nÓg. The motto is support your local club.
Citizen's advice
A citizens information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, June 16, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Under 14 clash
ON Thursday next, May 26, Tourmakeady Under 14 footballers take on Gill Comainn at 7 p.m. at Tourmakeady GAA Park. All parents of the team are asked to support the boys.
Tourmakeady Hall renovation bonus number draw
WINNERS for May 22 Tourmakeady Hall Renovation bonus number draw were Nora McHugh and John Farragher, Shangort. Both winners get €100 each for having number 9. Next draw on Saturday next at 8p.m.
Insulation scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is ??
Tochar Phádraig pilgrim walks
THE TOCHAR Phádraig pilgrim walks from Ballintubber Abbey to Croagh Patrick take place on Saturday, May 29, departing the Abbey at 8.30 a.m. This is the first one for this year. A back up car will accompany the walkers at Murrisk.
Pride of Place awards
PARTRY has been nominated to partake in the national award competition for Pride of Place. If the offer is taken up it will call for a concerted effort on behalf of all the villages. A meeting will be held in the near future to decide on what will be done. It is an acknowledgement of all that has been done and is a privilege to have been so invited.
Eucharistic Ministers and readers
DEIRDRE Cavanagh will read at the 8 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. The Eucharistic Ministers are Aine Ui Canghaile and Michael John Casey. On Sunday Tomas O h’Eanachain will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Church care team: The Drimcoggy ladies.
Tourmakeady group water scheme
TOURMAKEADY group water scheme fees are now due and must be paid as soon as possible and can be left into O’Toole’s shop or Tourmakeady Post Office. Fees are as follows: house only €50; house and farm: €200; business €200. All outstanding rates must be paid now also. Leaks: (087) 2536434.
Congratulations
CONGRATULATIONS goes out to Sinead and Ronan Curran, Castlebar and Shanvallyard, Tourmakeady, on the birth of their baby daughter at Mayo General Hospital. A little sister for Liam and granddaughter to Tomas O’Maille, Shanvallyard, Tourmakeady.
Irish night
AN Irish night for Mayo Cancer Support, Rock Rose House, Castlebar, will be held in Kate Kelly’s bar on Friday, June 4, and is being organised by Peggy and Jonie Hayes, Nora Coyne and Theresa Gibbons. A great night of music, song, craic with refreshments served.
Partry Residence bonus number
WELL done to Guy and Francoise Racoillet also Bernard Burke on winning the Partry Residence bonus number draw on May 22. €100 goes to each familyfor having number 9.
Michael Fox in Maire Lukes
ON stage at Maire Lukes, Tourmakeady, this Friday night, May 28 is the brilliant Michael Fox band, also on Sunday, 30, starting at 8p.m. A Bunaun renovation fundraiser will take place at Maire Luke’s on Saturday, June 5, with The Brennan family on stage. Sponsorship welcome.
From the makers of Quizone comes an exciting new game show! RTÉ's "Who Are You Kidding?"
This is a new and exciting, all singing, all dancing and all acting young peoples TV series presented by Brian Ormond from ICE on the Den.
SHOW 1 Recording Tuesday the 8th of June (5.30pm – 8.30pm) in the Helix Theatre, Dublin.
SHOW 2 Recording Wednesday the 9th of June (2.30pm – 5.30pm) in the Helix Theatre.
SHOW 3 Recording Thursday the 10th of June (2.30pm – 5.30pm) in the Helix Theatre, Dublin.
If you are aged 10 to 14 and would like to be an audience member in this show please get in touch with Mark or Conor.
Email: wayk2010@gmail.com Phone: 01 864 25 42 Web: www.rte.ie/tv/theden/whoareyoukidding
Parental Note - In allowing your child to enter the Auditorium you acknowledge that he/she may be televised as an Audience member for this programme. And further you agree that Vision Independent Productions may use some stills of the Audience in connection with the Programme for promotion, advertising and publicity relating to this Programme. There is an age restriction (10 to 14 years) for this show. Young people will be seated in the main auditorium. There is limited seating for adults in the upper circle.
This show is produced by VISION INDEPENDENT PRODUCTIONS – the makers of SHOWHOUSE, QUIZONE, THE RESTAURANT, OPERATION TRANSFORMATION and SUPER GARDEN. visionindependentproductions.com
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
A fundraiser for the renovation of the Bunnán will take place at Maire Luke’s on Saturday, June 5, with The Brennan family on stage. Sponsorship welcome. Please support this community initiative.
Údarás na Gaeltachta Scoiláireachtaí Printíseachta Buachaillí/Cailíní/Fir/Mná
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…
Dates:
Campa A: 19th-23rd July
Campa B: 16th-20th August
Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Father Staunton
There will be a meeting on Tuesday June 1st in the hall at 8.30pm to arrange an appropriate send off for Father to his new ministry. All welcome to attend the meeting.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm. Friday Closed. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club) – Mayo in Motion
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Summer recess for swimming club
ON Saturday next, May 29, the very successful Tourmakeady Partry Swimming Club will go into its annual summer recess. It will be the final day of swimming and buses will run as normal at 12 noon and 1 p.m. The annual presentation awards will take place at 2 p.m. in Castlebar and all parents are invited to Castlebar for this great presentation day.
Local ladies in Dublin mini marathon
ON Monday, June 7, three well known Tourmakeady ladies will take part in the Dublin mini marathon with all proceeds going to the Tourmakeady Swimming Club. The three ladies are Jackie Heneghan, Rosaleen Molloy and Annemarie Heneghan. Sponsorship cards are available locally and all possible support would be greatly appreciated.
21st birthday party
CONGRATULATIONS to Miss Naoise O’Toole, daughter of Cathy and Kevin O’Toole, Tourmakeady, who celebrated her 21st birthday with a function in her honour at Paddy’s Bar and Restaurant. Naoise is granddaughter of Tomas and Bide O’Toole, Tourmakeady and Nora and Sean Lydon, Killeteaun. She is sister to David, Ciarra and Richard O’Toole.
Sad passing
THE death has taken place at The Friars Lodge Nursing Home, Ballinrobe, of Mrs. Bridgie Lynch, Ballinrobe and formerly Bridgie Lally, Derrasa, Srah, Claremorris.
She was in her 91st year and was preceded by her husband, John, in England in the mid-1990s. Bridie then moved to her native Mayo.
On Monday, May 17 her remains were removed to Tourmakeady Church from St. Mary’s Funeral Home. Burial took place in the family plot after 12 o’clock Mass celebrated by Cannon Desmond Grogan, Partry. Readings were given by her niece Coileen and grand nephew Michael Joe. Psalm was sung by her nephew Tommie Heneghan. Prayers of the Faithful were given by Anita Heneghan, grandniece. Bridgie is survived by her sister Kathleen, Chicago, Nieces and nephews in Chicago and Ireland. May her soul rest in peace.
Agricultural Show committee meeting
THE next meeting of Tourmakeady 2010 Agricultural Show Committee will be held on Thursday, May 27, in Tourmakeady Hall at 9 p.m. New members and new ideas welcome. The show is on July 5.
Film for charity
A GALA night, Sex in the City, will take place on Friday night next, May 28, at the Castlebar cinema in aid of Niall Mellon Township Trust. There will be a cheese and win reception and free cocktails afterwards.
Tickets cost €20 and can be had from The Lough Inn, Partry, Murphy’s Newsagents, Ballinrobe and Downtown Records, Castlebar and Westport. Due to cinema refurbishment approximately 40 less seats are available now than for Mama Mia and Sex and the City 1. Therefore buy your tickets today. More details from Mary, (087) 2820623.
Tourmakeady GAA lotto
THE numbers drawn in this week’s Tourmakeady GAA lotto, which was held on Saturday, May 15, were 5, 18, 28, 32 and consolation winners were Karen Hegarty Rowland, Padraig and Aine Lydon, Ceapadhubh, Gerry Hughes, Breaffy GAA, Tony McDonald and Tommy Mulhern.
Senior team win
TOURMAKEADY senior team had a good home victory over Garrymore on Saturday in summer type weather before a big crowd. The halftime score was Garrymore 0-7, Tourmakeady 0-6.
However, a more determined and victory seeking home team played a second half and two brilliant goals in the fourth by Brian Naughton and the 18th by top scorer Kevin Dolan sealed the issue and Tourmakeady ran out easy winners and the final score Tourmakeady 2.13, Garrymore 0-11.
Juvenile summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA Club is holding a juvenile summer camp for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10a.m. to 2p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nÓg. The motto is support your local club.
Citizen's advice
A citizens information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, June 16, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Under 14 clash
ON Thursday next, May 26, Tourmakeady Under 14 footballers take on Gill Comainn at 7 p.m. at Tourmakeady GAA Park. All parents of the team are asked to support the boys.
Tourmakeady Hall renovation bonus number draw
WINNERS for May 22 Tourmakeady Hall Renovation bonus number draw were Nora McHugh and John Farragher, Shangort. Both winners get €100 each for having number 9. Next draw on Saturday next at 8p.m.
Insulation scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is ??
Tochar Phádraig pilgrim walks
THE TOCHAR Phádraig pilgrim walks from Ballintubber Abbey to Croagh Patrick take place on Saturday, May 29, departing the Abbey at 8.30 a.m. This is the first one for this year. A back up car will accompany the walkers at Murrisk.
Pride of Place awards
PARTRY has been nominated to partake in the national award competition for Pride of Place. If the offer is taken up it will call for a concerted effort on behalf of all the villages. A meeting will be held in the near future to decide on what will be done. It is an acknowledgement of all that has been done and is a privilege to have been so invited.
Eucharistic Ministers and readers
DEIRDRE Cavanagh will read at the 8 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. The Eucharistic Ministers are Aine Ui Canghaile and Michael John Casey. On Sunday Tomas O h’Eanachain will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass. Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Church care team: The Drimcoggy ladies.
Tourmakeady group water scheme
TOURMAKEADY group water scheme fees are now due and must be paid as soon as possible and can be left into O’Toole’s shop or Tourmakeady Post Office. Fees are as follows: house only €50; house and farm: €200; business €200. All outstanding rates must be paid now also. Leaks: (087) 2536434.
Congratulations
CONGRATULATIONS goes out to Sinead and Ronan Curran, Castlebar and Shanvallyard, Tourmakeady, on the birth of their baby daughter at Mayo General Hospital. A little sister for Liam and granddaughter to Tomas O’Maille, Shanvallyard, Tourmakeady.
Irish night
AN Irish night for Mayo Cancer Support, Rock Rose House, Castlebar, will be held in Kate Kelly’s bar on Friday, June 4, and is being organised by Peggy and Jonie Hayes, Nora Coyne and Theresa Gibbons. A great night of music, song, craic with refreshments served.
Partry Residence bonus number
WELL done to Guy and Francoise Racoillet also Bernard Burke on winning the Partry Residence bonus number draw on May 22. €100 goes to each familyfor having number 9.
Michael Fox in Maire Lukes
ON stage at Maire Lukes, Tourmakeady, this Friday night, May 28 is the brilliant Michael Fox band, also on Sunday, 30, starting at 8p.m. A Bunaun renovation fundraiser will take place at Maire Luke’s on Saturday, June 5, with The Brennan family on stage. Sponsorship welcome.
From the makers of Quizone comes an exciting new game show! RTÉ's "Who Are You Kidding?"
This is a new and exciting, all singing, all dancing and all acting young peoples TV series presented by Brian Ormond from ICE on the Den.
SHOW 1 Recording Tuesday the 8th of June (5.30pm – 8.30pm) in the Helix Theatre, Dublin.
SHOW 2 Recording Wednesday the 9th of June (2.30pm – 5.30pm) in the Helix Theatre.
SHOW 3 Recording Thursday the 10th of June (2.30pm – 5.30pm) in the Helix Theatre, Dublin.
If you are aged 10 to 14 and would like to be an audience member in this show please get in touch with Mark or Conor.
Email: wayk2010@gmail.com Phone: 01 864 25 42 Web: www.rte.ie/tv/theden/whoareyoukidding
Parental Note - In allowing your child to enter the Auditorium you acknowledge that he/she may be televised as an Audience member for this programme. And further you agree that Vision Independent Productions may use some stills of the Audience in connection with the Programme for promotion, advertising and publicity relating to this Programme. There is an age restriction (10 to 14 years) for this show. Young people will be seated in the main auditorium. There is limited seating for adults in the upper circle.
This show is produced by VISION INDEPENDENT PRODUCTIONS – the makers of SHOWHOUSE, QUIZONE, THE RESTAURANT, OPERATION TRANSFORMATION and SUPER GARDEN. visionindependentproductions.com
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 23rd May 2010
Údarás na Gaeltachta Scoiláireachtaí Printíseachta Buachaillí/Cailíní/Fir/Mná
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club)
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game winners
THE latest winners of the local Tourmakeady hall weekly bonus number draw are Liam O’Currán, Shanvallyard and Brenda and Jimmie Lally, Gortnacullin. Both families win €100 for having number 31. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010. The next show meeting will take place Thursday May 27th 2010 in the hall at 9.00pm. New members and new ideas will be very welcome - why not come along?
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
A Dunne double at fishing competition
LAST weekend in Tourmakeady, the fishing competition was classed as a Dunne double, for popular local man Mick Dunne, Gortinmore, Tourmakeady. He won the competition on Lough Mask and was presented with the deceased members cup. He was also elected as safety officer, for the local club, on Lough Mask. He will be charged with keeping all anglers safe by highlighting the dangers.
It is a great achievement for Mick, who is well-known in Westport as a member of the staff at Allergan.
Dublin City Marathon competitors
THREE Tourmakeady ladies will take part in the 2010 Dublin City Marathon, at the bank holiday weekend, June 7. They are Jackie Heneghan, Roseleen Molloy and Ann Marie Heneghan. Please support them and the local swimming club; cards are in the shops.
New baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Angela and John McNally, Tourmakeady and Newport, on the birth of their son Joey last week. Baby Joey is grandson for Frank and Nancy Carr, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady.
First Communion
THE 2010 first communion ceremony took place at St. Mary’s church, Partry. It was performed by Canon Desmond Grogan, Partry. Eight young boys and girls took part being Therese Brady, Rose Daly, Michaela Burke, Montana Mills, Cormac Burke, Eoin Egan, Mark Harrington and Ben Horan. Well done to everyone concerned.
Also to Darragh Prendergast and Curtis Ferrick, who received their first communion at the Bunaun Oratory, in a lovely ceremony performed by Fr. Padraig Staunton cc
Tourmakeady.
ON Sunday, May 30, the boys and girls of Tourmakeady national school will receive their first holy communion.
Féile na Tuaithe
FÉILE na Tuaithe will take place at the National Museum of Country Life, Turlough Park, on Saturday and Sunday, May 22 and 23, between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. Admission is free for family activities, face painting, music, craft and food stands, arts programme, working dogs and animals. Contact (094) 90 31773 for further information or email feile@museum.ie.
The Bumble Bee on stage
ON stage and back by popular demand at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, on Friday, May 21, is The Bumble Bee.
On Sunday, May 23, traditional night takes place, with music, song and dance, starting at 8 p.m.
The restaurant is open from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for lunch specials. Booking is advised at (094) 9544080.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between six and 13. The camps will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day and will operate through Irish only. Activities include sport, art, treasure hunt and music. Dates are Campa A, July 19 to 23. Campa B, August 16 to 20. Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí, at (091) 506014 or (086) 1742146, Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Children from six years of age can attend.
Community Futures
TOURMAKEADY has been selected as one of the four areas in County Mayo that has been given the opportunity to work with community futures to develop our own action plan for the future. All the clubs and organisations and everyone in the community will be invited to contribute to the plan. Work will commence in September and in between there will be further information and updates. It would be to our great advantage to have an input from all sections of the community.
Meeting regarding Father Staunton send-off
THERE will be a meeting on Tuesday, June 1, in the hall at 8.30 p.m. to arrange an appropriate send-off for Father Staunton to his new ministry. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting.
Bereavements
THE death took place at Mayo General Hospital of Mr. John Joyce, Maamtrasna, Finney, in his 80s. He was known locally as John Bartley Joyce.
He was predeceased by his wife Margaret in 2001. His remains were removed from Burke’s funeral parlour to Finney church, on Friday, May 14. Burial took place in Churchfield, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, following 12 noon Mass.
John is survived by his sisters Mary and Bridgie, brothers Peter and Martin, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sister-in-law. May his soul rest in peace.
Also the death has taken place in Friers Quarters nursing home, of Mrs. Bridget Lynch, formerly Bridget Lally, of Derrasa, Srah, Ballinrobe and England.
Her remains were removed from St. Mary’s funeral; home Tourmakeady, to the local church on Monday, May 17. Burial took place on Tuesday, after 12 noon Mass. Bridget is survived by her nephews and extended family members.
Partry residents bonus number game
WELL done to Patsy Roberts, Kilkerran and Jackie Heneghan, Clonee, on winning €100 each for choosing number 31, in the Partry residents bonus number game. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, May 19, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
21st birthday celebrations
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms. Anita Heneghan, daughter of Mary and Tom Heneghan, Derrasa, Srah, Tourmakeady, who celebrated her 21st birthday with an enjoyable function at the Westport Country Lodge, on Saturday last. Anita is sister of Sinead Heneghan, Derrasa and is attached to the staff at Corrigans Store, Ballintubber.
Western care door-to-door collection
WESTERN care door-to-door collection will take place in the Tourmakeady area in the month of May. As always full support is requested and please have donations ready for the collectors.
Church rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the Saturday night Mass, at 8 p.m. in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Camel Garvey. John Power will read at the Sunday, 11.30 p.m. Mass and Eucharistic Ministers are Martin O’Neill and Sadie Molloy. Martin O’Neill and Sadie Molloy are on the church care team.
Group water scheme fees
FEES are now due and should be paid at Tourmakeady post office. All water leaks should be made known to Sean, at (087) 2536434. Fees are €50 for a house; €200 for a house and farm and the business fee is €200.
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
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club)
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game winners
THE latest winners of the local Tourmakeady hall weekly bonus number draw are Liam O’Currán, Shanvallyard and Brenda and Jimmie Lally, Gortnacullin. Both families win €100 for having number 31. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010. The next show meeting will take place Thursday May 27th 2010 in the hall at 9.00pm. New members and new ideas will be very welcome - why not come along?
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
A Dunne double at fishing competition
LAST weekend in Tourmakeady, the fishing competition was classed as a Dunne double, for popular local man Mick Dunne, Gortinmore, Tourmakeady. He won the competition on Lough Mask and was presented with the deceased members cup. He was also elected as safety officer, for the local club, on Lough Mask. He will be charged with keeping all anglers safe by highlighting the dangers.
It is a great achievement for Mick, who is well-known in Westport as a member of the staff at Allergan.
Dublin City Marathon competitors
THREE Tourmakeady ladies will take part in the 2010 Dublin City Marathon, at the bank holiday weekend, June 7. They are Jackie Heneghan, Roseleen Molloy and Ann Marie Heneghan. Please support them and the local swimming club; cards are in the shops.
New baby boy
CONGRATULATIONS to Angela and John McNally, Tourmakeady and Newport, on the birth of their son Joey last week. Baby Joey is grandson for Frank and Nancy Carr, Cappaduff, Tourmakeady.
First Communion
THE 2010 first communion ceremony took place at St. Mary’s church, Partry. It was performed by Canon Desmond Grogan, Partry. Eight young boys and girls took part being Therese Brady, Rose Daly, Michaela Burke, Montana Mills, Cormac Burke, Eoin Egan, Mark Harrington and Ben Horan. Well done to everyone concerned.
Also to Darragh Prendergast and Curtis Ferrick, who received their first communion at the Bunaun Oratory, in a lovely ceremony performed by Fr. Padraig Staunton cc
Tourmakeady.
ON Sunday, May 30, the boys and girls of Tourmakeady national school will receive their first holy communion.
Féile na Tuaithe
FÉILE na Tuaithe will take place at the National Museum of Country Life, Turlough Park, on Saturday and Sunday, May 22 and 23, between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. Admission is free for family activities, face painting, music, craft and food stands, arts programme, working dogs and animals. Contact (094) 90 31773 for further information or email feile@museum.ie.
The Bumble Bee on stage
ON stage and back by popular demand at Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, on Friday, May 21, is The Bumble Bee.
On Sunday, May 23, traditional night takes place, with music, song and dance, starting at 8 p.m.
The restaurant is open from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for lunch specials. Booking is advised at (094) 9544080.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between six and 13. The camps will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day and will operate through Irish only. Activities include sport, art, treasure hunt and music. Dates are Campa A, July 19 to 23. Campa B, August 16 to 20. Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí, at (091) 506014 or (086) 1742146, Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Children from six years of age can attend.
Community Futures
TOURMAKEADY has been selected as one of the four areas in County Mayo that has been given the opportunity to work with community futures to develop our own action plan for the future. All the clubs and organisations and everyone in the community will be invited to contribute to the plan. Work will commence in September and in between there will be further information and updates. It would be to our great advantage to have an input from all sections of the community.
Meeting regarding Father Staunton send-off
THERE will be a meeting on Tuesday, June 1, in the hall at 8.30 p.m. to arrange an appropriate send-off for Father Staunton to his new ministry. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting.
Bereavements
THE death took place at Mayo General Hospital of Mr. John Joyce, Maamtrasna, Finney, in his 80s. He was known locally as John Bartley Joyce.
He was predeceased by his wife Margaret in 2001. His remains were removed from Burke’s funeral parlour to Finney church, on Friday, May 14. Burial took place in Churchfield, Tourmakeady, on Saturday, following 12 noon Mass.
John is survived by his sisters Mary and Bridgie, brothers Peter and Martin, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sister-in-law. May his soul rest in peace.
Also the death has taken place in Friers Quarters nursing home, of Mrs. Bridget Lynch, formerly Bridget Lally, of Derrasa, Srah, Ballinrobe and England.
Her remains were removed from St. Mary’s funeral; home Tourmakeady, to the local church on Monday, May 17. Burial took place on Tuesday, after 12 noon Mass. Bridget is survived by her nephews and extended family members.
Partry residents bonus number game
WELL done to Patsy Roberts, Kilkerran and Jackie Heneghan, Clonee, on winning €100 each for choosing number 31, in the Partry residents bonus number game. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZENS information officer will be in attendance at the hall, on Wednesday, May 19, from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
21st birthday celebrations
CONGRATULATIONS to Ms. Anita Heneghan, daughter of Mary and Tom Heneghan, Derrasa, Srah, Tourmakeady, who celebrated her 21st birthday with an enjoyable function at the Westport Country Lodge, on Saturday last. Anita is sister of Sinead Heneghan, Derrasa and is attached to the staff at Corrigans Store, Ballintubber.
Western care door-to-door collection
WESTERN care door-to-door collection will take place in the Tourmakeady area in the month of May. As always full support is requested and please have donations ready for the collectors.
Church rota
NOREEN Maloney will read at the Saturday night Mass, at 8 p.m. in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Kathleen Staunton and Camel Garvey. John Power will read at the Sunday, 11.30 p.m. Mass and Eucharistic Ministers are Martin O’Neill and Sadie Molloy. Martin O’Neill and Sadie Molloy are on the church care team.
Group water scheme fees
FEES are now due and should be paid at Tourmakeady post office. All water leaks should be made known to Sean, at (087) 2536434. Fees are €50 for a house; €200 for a house and farm and the business fee is €200.
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 May 2010
Údarás na Gaeltachta Scoiláireachtaí Printíseachta Buachaillí/Cailíní/Fir/Mná
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July
Campa B: 16th-20th August Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Community Futures
TOURMAKEADY has been selected as one of the 4 areas in County Mayo that has been given the opportunity to work with Community Futures to develop our own action plan for the future. All the clubs and organisations and everyone in the community will be invited to contribute to the plan. Work will commence in September and in between there will be further information and updates. It would be to our great advantage to have an input from all sections of the community.
Father Staunton
There will be a meeting on Tuesday June 1st in the hall at 8.30pm to arrange an appropriate send off for Father to his new ministry. All welcome to attend the meeting.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club)
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Lotto
WELL done to James & Bridie Grant and Rose Mulqueen who are the latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game. They both win €100 for having number 42. All outstanding payments should be made to Kathleen and Sally Gibbons as soon as possible. Be in and win.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010. The next show meeting will take place Thursday May 27th 2010 in the hall at 9.00pm. New members and new ideas will be very welcome - why not come along?
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to all Walkers and in particular CHILDREN
PLEASE make sure that children are visible at night. Reports have been received of young children walking in the village without any reflective clothing. Drivers cannot see walkers at night in unlit areas.
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Citizen’s advice
SEIRBHÍSÍ Eolais Don Phobal: Ionad Fiontair, Rosmuc. 091-574353 Beidh Maireád Uí Dhomhnaill, Oifigeach Eolais Meitheal Forbartha na Gaeltachta., ag cur Seirbhís Eolas Pobail ar fáil sa halla í dTuar Mhic Éadaigh, Dé Céadaoin, 19 Bealtaine 2010, ón 10.30r.n go dtí 12.30 i.n Má tá eolas uait i dtaobh cearta agus teideal i leith cearta Leasa Shóisialaigh nó íocaíochtaí éagsúla nó deontais, buail isteach ag na h-amanna thuas.
CITIZEN’S information officer will be in attendance in the hall, on Wednesday May 19, 2010 from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The officer has information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Recycling Facility
THE recycling bins have a new location at the picnic area in Shanvalleyard, near to the Fáilte stone. Please do not leave litter on the ground or on the roads.
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
Under 14 footballers win title
TOURMAKEADY Under 14 footballers captured the 2010 Under 14 round the lakes title, with a hard fought victory over The Neale, at a sunny Páirc Naoimh Muire,
Tourmakeady.
A good crowd was kept on its toes until the final whistle. The half time score was Tourmakeady 1-4 to The Neale 1-1. Mike Burke, scorer of the Tourmakeady goal, which was the opening score of the game and also the first of Burke’s total tally (1-8). Other scorers were Danny Walsh and Jack Forde, who started for the winners plus Kevin Lally, David Harrington, Darragh McConnell and captain Luke Mulroe, plus Sam Forde. The full time score was Tourmakeady 1-10 and The Neale 1-7.
Mayo GAA senior star Donal Vaughan, presented the medals to winners and losers.
Ballinrobe Under 14 team won the shield final on a score of Ballinrobe 4-6 to Clonbur 1-13.
The Tourmakeady team was Frank Carr, Joseph Gibbons, Kevin Lally, Kenneth Gibbons, Michéal Seoighe, Jack Forde, Danny Walsh, James Daly, Luke Mulroe (captain); Darragh McConnell, Sam Forde, Mike Forde, Cathal Staunton, Stephen Staunton and Michael P. Morrin.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place of Mrs. Mary Williams, formerly Mary Durcan, Trianlar, Tourmakeady.
Having emigrated to England, Many years ago and having worked there in the nursing profession and married Walter Williams, she loved her work and was excellent in her position.
Following her retirement and the death of her beloved Walter, Mary returned to her native Co. Mayo and resided in Castlebar, a place she loved and she kept in close contact with Tourmakeady, the place where she was born and reared.
On Tuesday, May 4, Mary’s remains were removed from St. Mary’s funeral home to Tourmakeady church. Burial took place after 12 noon Mass on Wednesday, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc, Tourmakeady.
Requiem hymns were sung by Clán Uí Mhaille. Tourmakeady national school pupils, teachers and parents provided a guard of honour on removal day.
Mary is survived by nieces Mary and Breege Timoney, nephew Gerard and extended family and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners are Tim and Ann Foley, Derrymore. Also Brid and Johnny Heneghan, Gallagh. Both couples receive €100 for choosing number 42.
New baby girl
CONGRATULATIONS to Sarah and John Keane, Claremorris and Portroyal, Partry, on the birth of their baby daughter Natalie recently. Baby Natalie is a granddaughter to John Hession (snr), Portroyal, Partry.
Group water scheme fees
FEES are now due and should be paid at Tourmakeady post office. All water leaks should be made known to Sean, at (087) 2536434. Fees are €50 for a house; €200 for a house and farm and the business fee is €200.
Wedding bells
ST. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady, was the setting for the marriage of Mr. William Barker, son of Eileen and Sean Barker, Trianlair, Tourmakeady and Ms. Sheila O’Connor, daughter of Francis and the late Christy O’Connor, New Street, Ballinrobe.
The bride was handed over by her brother Martin O’Connor. Chief bridesmaid was Shauna Barker, Emer Barker, Noreen O’Connor and Tara Tighe. Best man was Martin Mulroe. Groomsmen were Peadar Barker, Diarmuid Coyne, Chris Monaghan and Kieran Gibbons. Flower girl was Laura O’Connor; page boy was Jonathan Hyland; ring bearer was Christopher Hyland.
Hymns were played and sung by Frank McCaffery. The ceremony was performed by Fr. Padraig Standún cc, Tourmakeady. Readings were given by Cyril Hyland and Michéal Coyne.
Following the official duties at St. Mary’s, Sheila and William hosted a reception at the McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris, where all the guests, some of whom had travelled from the USA and UK, enjoyed a great evening. The happy couple are wished the best for the future.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
WINNERS on May 8, were Rose Mulqueen and John and Bridie Grant, Gortmore. Both families receive €100 for choosing number 42, two weeks in a row. Well done.
Church rota
FR. Standún will read at the 8 p.m. Mass on Saturday, in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julie Lally. Marion O’Malley will read at the Sunday, Mass at 11.30 p.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Mary Sheridan and Martin O’Neill. Noreen and Ann are on church care week.
There is no Mass at the Bunaun, on Sunday, May 16.
Swimming club annual gala
TOURMAKEADY/Party swimming club will be holding its annual gala on Saturday, May 15. Only one bus will leave O’Tooles, at 12 noon on that Saturday and depart from the pool, at approximately 3.30 p.m. As there is only one bus travelling on that day, support from parents would be greatly appreciated. The fee for the session is €5.
Western care door-to-door collection
WESTERN care door-to-door collection will take place in the Tourmakeady area in the month of May. As always full support is requested and please have donations ready for the collectors.
Fishing competition
THE annual European Cup fishing competition will take place next weekend on Lough Mask. Each year competitors from Ireland and beyond come to spend the weekend fishing. The weigh-in is usually on Sunday, at 6 p.m. at Gortmore Bay.
The celebration dance takes place on Sunday night, May 16, in Máire Lukes, with Henry McGlade on stage, starting at 9.30 p.m. On Friday night in Máire Lukes The Coasters will be on stage.
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
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July
Campa B: 16th-20th August Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Community Futures
TOURMAKEADY has been selected as one of the 4 areas in County Mayo that has been given the opportunity to work with Community Futures to develop our own action plan for the future. All the clubs and organisations and everyone in the community will be invited to contribute to the plan. Work will commence in September and in between there will be further information and updates. It would be to our great advantage to have an input from all sections of the community.
Father Staunton
There will be a meeting on Tuesday June 1st in the hall at 8.30pm to arrange an appropriate send off for Father to his new ministry. All welcome to attend the meeting.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club)
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet as usual on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Lotto
WELL done to James & Bridie Grant and Rose Mulqueen who are the latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game. They both win €100 for having number 42. All outstanding payments should be made to Kathleen and Sally Gibbons as soon as possible. Be in and win.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010. The next show meeting will take place Thursday May 27th 2010 in the hall at 9.00pm. New members and new ideas will be very welcome - why not come along?
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to all Walkers and in particular CHILDREN
PLEASE make sure that children are visible at night. Reports have been received of young children walking in the village without any reflective clothing. Drivers cannot see walkers at night in unlit areas.
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Citizen’s advice
SEIRBHÍSÍ Eolais Don Phobal: Ionad Fiontair, Rosmuc. 091-574353 Beidh Maireád Uí Dhomhnaill, Oifigeach Eolais Meitheal Forbartha na Gaeltachta., ag cur Seirbhís Eolas Pobail ar fáil sa halla í dTuar Mhic Éadaigh, Dé Céadaoin, 19 Bealtaine 2010, ón 10.30r.n go dtí 12.30 i.n Má tá eolas uait i dtaobh cearta agus teideal i leith cearta Leasa Shóisialaigh nó íocaíochtaí éagsúla nó deontais, buail isteach ag na h-amanna thuas.
CITIZEN’S information officer will be in attendance in the hall, on Wednesday May 19, 2010 from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The officer has information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Recycling Facility
THE recycling bins have a new location at the picnic area in Shanvalleyard, near to the Fáilte stone. Please do not leave litter on the ground or on the roads.
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
Under 14 footballers win title
TOURMAKEADY Under 14 footballers captured the 2010 Under 14 round the lakes title, with a hard fought victory over The Neale, at a sunny Páirc Naoimh Muire,
Tourmakeady.
A good crowd was kept on its toes until the final whistle. The half time score was Tourmakeady 1-4 to The Neale 1-1. Mike Burke, scorer of the Tourmakeady goal, which was the opening score of the game and also the first of Burke’s total tally (1-8). Other scorers were Danny Walsh and Jack Forde, who started for the winners plus Kevin Lally, David Harrington, Darragh McConnell and captain Luke Mulroe, plus Sam Forde. The full time score was Tourmakeady 1-10 and The Neale 1-7.
Mayo GAA senior star Donal Vaughan, presented the medals to winners and losers.
Ballinrobe Under 14 team won the shield final on a score of Ballinrobe 4-6 to Clonbur 1-13.
The Tourmakeady team was Frank Carr, Joseph Gibbons, Kevin Lally, Kenneth Gibbons, Michéal Seoighe, Jack Forde, Danny Walsh, James Daly, Luke Mulroe (captain); Darragh McConnell, Sam Forde, Mike Forde, Cathal Staunton, Stephen Staunton and Michael P. Morrin.
Bereavement
THE death has taken place of Mrs. Mary Williams, formerly Mary Durcan, Trianlar, Tourmakeady.
Having emigrated to England, Many years ago and having worked there in the nursing profession and married Walter Williams, she loved her work and was excellent in her position.
Following her retirement and the death of her beloved Walter, Mary returned to her native Co. Mayo and resided in Castlebar, a place she loved and she kept in close contact with Tourmakeady, the place where she was born and reared.
On Tuesday, May 4, Mary’s remains were removed from St. Mary’s funeral home to Tourmakeady church. Burial took place after 12 noon Mass on Wednesday, celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc, Tourmakeady.
Requiem hymns were sung by Clán Uí Mhaille. Tourmakeady national school pupils, teachers and parents provided a guard of honour on removal day.
Mary is survived by nieces Mary and Breege Timoney, nephew Gerard and extended family and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners are Tim and Ann Foley, Derrymore. Also Brid and Johnny Heneghan, Gallagh. Both couples receive €100 for choosing number 42.
New baby girl
CONGRATULATIONS to Sarah and John Keane, Claremorris and Portroyal, Partry, on the birth of their baby daughter Natalie recently. Baby Natalie is a granddaughter to John Hession (snr), Portroyal, Partry.
Group water scheme fees
FEES are now due and should be paid at Tourmakeady post office. All water leaks should be made known to Sean, at (087) 2536434. Fees are €50 for a house; €200 for a house and farm and the business fee is €200.
Wedding bells
ST. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady, was the setting for the marriage of Mr. William Barker, son of Eileen and Sean Barker, Trianlair, Tourmakeady and Ms. Sheila O’Connor, daughter of Francis and the late Christy O’Connor, New Street, Ballinrobe.
The bride was handed over by her brother Martin O’Connor. Chief bridesmaid was Shauna Barker, Emer Barker, Noreen O’Connor and Tara Tighe. Best man was Martin Mulroe. Groomsmen were Peadar Barker, Diarmuid Coyne, Chris Monaghan and Kieran Gibbons. Flower girl was Laura O’Connor; page boy was Jonathan Hyland; ring bearer was Christopher Hyland.
Hymns were played and sung by Frank McCaffery. The ceremony was performed by Fr. Padraig Standún cc, Tourmakeady. Readings were given by Cyril Hyland and Michéal Coyne.
Following the official duties at St. Mary’s, Sheila and William hosted a reception at the McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris, where all the guests, some of whom had travelled from the USA and UK, enjoyed a great evening. The happy couple are wished the best for the future.
Tourmakeady hall bonus number game
WINNERS on May 8, were Rose Mulqueen and John and Bridie Grant, Gortmore. Both families receive €100 for choosing number 42, two weeks in a row. Well done.
Church rota
FR. Standún will read at the 8 p.m. Mass on Saturday, in St. Mary’s, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Brid Heneghan and Julie Lally. Marion O’Malley will read at the Sunday, Mass at 11.30 p.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Mary Sheridan and Martin O’Neill. Noreen and Ann are on church care week.
There is no Mass at the Bunaun, on Sunday, May 16.
Swimming club annual gala
TOURMAKEADY/Party swimming club will be holding its annual gala on Saturday, May 15. Only one bus will leave O’Tooles, at 12 noon on that Saturday and depart from the pool, at approximately 3.30 p.m. As there is only one bus travelling on that day, support from parents would be greatly appreciated. The fee for the session is €5.
Western care door-to-door collection
WESTERN care door-to-door collection will take place in the Tourmakeady area in the month of May. As always full support is requested and please have donations ready for the collectors.
Fishing competition
THE annual European Cup fishing competition will take place next weekend on Lough Mask. Each year competitors from Ireland and beyond come to spend the weekend fishing. The weigh-in is usually on Sunday, at 6 p.m. at Gortmore Bay.
The celebration dance takes place on Sunday night, May 16, in Máire Lukes, with Henry McGlade on stage, starting at 9.30 p.m. On Friday night in Máire Lukes The Coasters will be on stage.
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 May 2010
Údarás na Gaeltachta Scoiláireachtaí Printíseachta Buachaillí/Cailíní/Fir/Mná
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July
Campa B: 16th-20th August Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club)
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet at the entrance to An Naíonra, Srah Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Lotto
WELL done to James & Bridie Grant and Rose Mulqueen who are the latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game. They both win €100 for having number 42. All outstanding payments should be made to Kathleen and Sally Gibbons as soon as possible. Be in and win.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010. The next show meeting will take place Thursday May 13th 2010 in the hall at 9.00pm. New members and new ideas will be very welcome - why not come along?
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to all Walkers and in particular CHILDREN
PLEASE make sure that children are visible at night. Reports have been received of young children walking in the village without any reflective clothing. Drivers cannot see walkers at night in unlit areas.
Insulation Scheme
HIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZEN’S information officer will be in attendance in the hall, on Wednesday May 19, 2010 from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The officer has information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Recycling Facility
THE recycling bins have a new location at the picnic area in Shanvalleyard, near to the Fáilte stone. Please do not leave litter on the ground or on the roads.
Swimming club annual gala
TOURMAKEADY/Party swimming club will be holding its annual gala on Saturday, May 15. Only one bus will leave O’Tooles, at 12 noon on that Saturday and depart from the pool, at approximately 3.30 p.m. As there is only one bus travelling on that day, support from parents would be greatly appreciated. The fee for the session is €5.
Western care door-to-door collection
WESTERN care door-to-door collection will take place in the Tourmakeady area in the month of May. As always full support is requested and please have donations ready for the collectors.
Jewellery display and sale in Máire Lukes
ALL ladies in the Tourmakeady and surrounding areas are invited to Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Tuesday, May 4, for a jewellery display and sale starting at 9 p.m. A great night is assured.
Unveiling of plaque
THE Red Cross are unveiling a plaque in memory of Patrick O’Hare, at Tourmakeady boat house, on Saturday, May 8, at 2 p.m.
Senior team win
TOURMAKEADY senior team got on the Mayo league trail with a good win over Kiltane, on Saturday last, in Tourmakeady, on a score of Tourmakeady 1-10 to Kiltane 0-7. The goal came from top scorer Kevin Dolan, who had a total of 1-4 to his credit for the day. It was a great all round performance, with some level of football to look forward to for the summer.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners of Partry residents bonus number game are Ann and Tim Foley, Derrymore. Also Brid and John Heneghan, Gallagh, both of whom get €100 for choosing number 42. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m. Payments are now due. Book your number now and avoid disappointment.
New baby girl
CONGRATULATIONS to Pat and Louise Conway, Knappagh, Westport, on the birth of their baby daughter Shauna Caroline, at the Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar. Baby Shauna is a grandaughter for Peggy and Padraig Conway, Drimcoggy, Tourmakeady.
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
Church rota
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the 8 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Christine Uí Ghiobúin and Michael John Casey. Siobhán Dé Burca will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday and Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Ann Marie, Katie and Ann O’Toole are on church care week.
GAA local lotto draw winners
THERE were no outright winners of the Tourmakeady GAA local lotto draw, held on May 1. The numbers chosen were 19, 21, 25 and 29. Consolation winners were Maura Staunton, Shanvallyard; Richy Fabozzi, c/o Maura Staunton; Kathy O’Toole, Cappaduff; Laura Prendergast, Castlebar and Sheila O’Toole, Goirtinmore. The next draw is on Saturday. Tickets at €2 each or three for €5 are on sale in the local outlets.
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
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July
Campa B: 16th-20th August Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club)
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet at the entrance to An Naíonra, Srah Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Lotto
WELL done to James & Bridie Grant and Rose Mulqueen who are the latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game. They both win €100 for having number 42. All outstanding payments should be made to Kathleen and Sally Gibbons as soon as possible. Be in and win.
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010. The next show meeting will take place Thursday May 13th 2010 in the hall at 9.00pm. New members and new ideas will be very welcome - why not come along?
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to all Walkers and in particular CHILDREN
PLEASE make sure that children are visible at night. Reports have been received of young children walking in the village without any reflective clothing. Drivers cannot see walkers at night in unlit areas.
Insulation Scheme
HIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZEN’S information officer will be in attendance in the hall, on Wednesday May 19, 2010 from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The officer has information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Recycling Facility
THE recycling bins have a new location at the picnic area in Shanvalleyard, near to the Fáilte stone. Please do not leave litter on the ground or on the roads.
Swimming club annual gala
TOURMAKEADY/Party swimming club will be holding its annual gala on Saturday, May 15. Only one bus will leave O’Tooles, at 12 noon on that Saturday and depart from the pool, at approximately 3.30 p.m. As there is only one bus travelling on that day, support from parents would be greatly appreciated. The fee for the session is €5.
Western care door-to-door collection
WESTERN care door-to-door collection will take place in the Tourmakeady area in the month of May. As always full support is requested and please have donations ready for the collectors.
Jewellery display and sale in Máire Lukes
ALL ladies in the Tourmakeady and surrounding areas are invited to Máire Lukes Bar and Restaurant, Tourmakeady, on Tuesday, May 4, for a jewellery display and sale starting at 9 p.m. A great night is assured.
Unveiling of plaque
THE Red Cross are unveiling a plaque in memory of Patrick O’Hare, at Tourmakeady boat house, on Saturday, May 8, at 2 p.m.
Senior team win
TOURMAKEADY senior team got on the Mayo league trail with a good win over Kiltane, on Saturday last, in Tourmakeady, on a score of Tourmakeady 1-10 to Kiltane 0-7. The goal came from top scorer Kevin Dolan, who had a total of 1-4 to his credit for the day. It was a great all round performance, with some level of football to look forward to for the summer.
Partry residents bonus number game
THE latest winners of Partry residents bonus number game are Ann and Tim Foley, Derrymore. Also Brid and John Heneghan, Gallagh, both of whom get €100 for choosing number 42. The next draw is on Saturday, at 8 p.m. Payments are now due. Book your number now and avoid disappointment.
New baby girl
CONGRATULATIONS to Pat and Louise Conway, Knappagh, Westport, on the birth of their baby daughter Shauna Caroline, at the Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar. Baby Shauna is a grandaughter for Peggy and Padraig Conway, Drimcoggy, Tourmakeady.
Summer camp
TOURMAKEADY GAA club is holding a juvenile summer camp, for a week beginning Monday, July 5, for all boys and girls attending Tourmakeady and Kiltane schools, as well as Underage football teams.
Activities will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Fees are €40 for the first child; €30 for the second and third and €100 for a family; such fees to be paid prior to June 1, to Frank Carr, at Bord na nóg. The motto is support your local club.
Church rota
EDDIE Gibbons will read at the 8 p.m. Mass in St. Mary’s church, Tourmakeady. Eucharistic Ministers are Christine Uí Ghiobúin and Michael John Casey. Siobhán Dé Burca will read at the 11.30 a.m. Mass on Sunday and Eucharistic Ministers are Patricia Heneghan and Martin O’Neill. Ann Marie, Katie and Ann O’Toole are on church care week.
GAA local lotto draw winners
THERE were no outright winners of the Tourmakeady GAA local lotto draw, held on May 1. The numbers chosen were 19, 21, 25 and 29. Consolation winners were Maura Staunton, Shanvallyard; Richy Fabozzi, c/o Maura Staunton; Kathy O’Toole, Cappaduff; Laura Prendergast, Castlebar and Sheila O’Toole, Goirtinmore. The next draw is on Saturday. Tickets at €2 each or three for €5 are on sale in the local outlets.
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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Week ending 2nd May 2010
Údarás na Gaeltachta Scoiláireachtaí Printíseachta Buachaillí/Cailíní/Fir/Mná
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July Campa B: 16th-20th August Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Annual National Spring Clean
THANK you to all the volunteers who help with the village clean up and the Churchfield clean up. Also, we would like to acknowledge the help given by Sean Barker who helped with the distribution of items and removal of the bags. Thank you to Sean and all the volunteers for your support and help to keep the environment in Tourmakeady litter and rubbish free.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club)
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet at the entrance to Tourmakeady Woods on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010. The next show meeting will take place Thursday May 13th 2010 in the hall at 9.00pm. New members and new ideas will be very welcome - why not come along?
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to all Walkers and in particular CHILDREN
PLEASE make sure that children are visible at night. Reports have been received of young children walking in the village without any reflective clothing. Drivers cannot see walkers at night in unlit areas.
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZEN’S information officer will be in attendance in the hall, on Wednesday May 19, 2010 from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The officer has information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Recycling Facility
THE recycling bins have a new location at the picnic area in Shanvalleyard, near to the Fáilte stone. Please do not leave litter on the ground or on the roads.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Lotto
WELL done to John and Cait Gibbons, Tawnagh and Cathy and Kevin O’Toole, Cappaduff, who are the latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game. They both win €100 for having number 26. All outstanding payments should be made to Kathleen and Sally Gibbons as soon as possible. Be in and win.
Linda Welby and Cois Tine on stage at Máire Lukes
ON stage at Máire Lukes bar and restaurant Tourmakeady, on Friday, April 30, are Linda Welby and Cois Tine. A big crowd is expected to see this group who have recorded many songs and CDs.
The restaurant will be open on Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. with a special menu on Sunday. Bookings can be made at (094) 44080.
Bereavement
SYMPATHY is extended to Tom McGing, Partry; Bridgie McGing, Derrendafderg, Srah and Mick McGing, Kilmaine, on the death in Birmingham, of their sister Mrs. Mary Mitchell R.I.P.
Burial takes place on Thursday, April 29, in Birmingham. Mary is also survived by her daughter Ann, sons Michael, Bernard and Pat; son-in-law; daughters-in-law; nieces and nephews and grandchildren. Mary was aunt to Mrs. Ann Heneghan, Goirteenmore, Tourmakeady. May her soul rest in peace.
Late Late Show winner
WELL done to Declan Prendergast, principal of Colaisti Muire Tuar Mhic Eadaigh, winner of the Late Late Show quiz, of a holiday in the sun, plus €5,000.
Partry residents bonus number game winners
WINNERS of the Partry residents bonus number draw, on April 24, were Padraic O’Malley, Kilfaul and Jacqueline Brady, Newtown, both of whom get €100 each for having number 26. There will be more winners on May 1.
Church rota
DEIRDRE Cavanagh will read at the Saturday Mass at 8 p.m. Ministers of the Eucharist are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey; Tomas O’hEanachain will read at the Sunday Mass at 11.30 a.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill. Mary Moran and Mary Conroy are on church care week.
Annual shrine Mass
THE annual Mass at Our Lady’s Shrine, at Tourmakeady, will take place on Saturday, May 1, at 6 p.m. The Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady. Everyone is welcome.
GAA lotto results
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto on Saturday, April 24, in Máire Lukes. The numbers chosen were 10, 22, 29 and 30. The consolation winners were David Prendergast, Gortmor; James Staunton, Shanvallyard; Séan Seoighe, Trianlar; Michael Meeneghan, Drimcoggy and Catriona Farragher. The next draw will take place on May 1, at Paddy’s Bar and Restaurant, on Saturday. Tickets at €2 each and three for €5 are on sale throughout the parish.
Swimming club
ALL outstanding fees for the swimming club should be paid by May 1, at the latest. The annual swimming gala takes place on Saturday, May 15.
Traditional evening at Máire Lukes
SUNDAY, May 2, is traditional evening at Máire Lukes, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and the Paddy Hoban show will be in the lounge, with a programme for young and old. On Tuesday, May 4, all the ladies of the parish are invited to see and buy jewellery.
Draw for Tourmakeady ladies
THE Tourmakeady ladies earned a draw in the Mayo ladies division two of the league, despite usual and strange decisions. Tourmakeady gained a precious point and the final score was Tourmakeady 2-10 to Claremorris 2-10.
Visitors to the area
HOME on vacation in Tourmakeady from Chicago USA, are Michael Lydon and Mary Kate Cooney, who is on her visit to Tourmakeady. It is hoped they have a good stay.
Céilí venue changed
THE céilí arranged for, Saturday, May 1, will now be held at Ballyheane community centre because of the work going on at Tourmakeady community centre. The doors open at 9.30 p.m. and Matt Cunningham and his band will play; with tea and raffles Céad mile failte roimh gach duine.
TÁ Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tairiscint Scoláireachtaí Printíseachta gur fiú níos mó na €2,000 an ceann iad d’iarrthóirí le cáilíocht mar cheardáí a bhaint amach. Caithfidh iarrthóirí a bheith sé bliana déag d’aois agus Gaeilge líofa acu. Tá breis eolais le fáil ón Rannóg Oiliúna & Oideachais, Údarás na Gaeltachta, Na Forbacha, Co na Gaillimhe. Fón 091-503139. Sé 11 Meitheamh 2010 an dáta deiridh a glacfar le iarrataisí. Tá foirmeacha iarratais le fáil san Ionad Séirbhisí Teanga san Halla Pobail. Fón 094-9544295.
Campaí Samhraidh
TÁ sé beartaithe ag Óige na Gaeltachta Campaí Samhraidh a reáchtáil i dTuar Mhic Éadaigh. Beidh an Champa seo ar siúl ón 10-3 gach lá agus ag freastal ar pháistí bunscoile idir 6 – 13 bliain d’aois. Beidh an champa seo ag feidhmiú trí mean na Gaeilge amháin agus beidh imeachtaí ar nós ealaíon, spórt, tóraíocht taisce, ceol, srl., ar siúl gach lá. Dátaí: Campa A: 19-23ú Iúil, Campa B: 16-20ú Lúnasa Beidh na foirmeacha cláraithe ag dul amach chuig na scoileanna áitiúla gan moill nó is féidir leat tuilleadh eolas a fháil ó Catríona Ní Scolaí ag (091) 506014 nó (086) 1742146 nó Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh.
Óige na Gaeltachta will be running summer camps in Tuar Mhic Éadaigh this summer for primary school children aged between 6 and 13. The camps will run from 10am -3pm every day and will operate through IRISH ONLY. Activities include – sport, art, treasure hunt, music, etc…Dates: Campa A: 19th-23rd July Campa B: 16th-20th August Registration forms will be available in the local schools shortly. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact Catríona Ní Scolaí at 091-506014 or 086 1742146 Nora McHugh, Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh. NB Children from 6years of age can attend.
Annual National Spring Clean
THANK you to all the volunteers who help with the village clean up and the Churchfield clean up. Also, we would like to acknowledge the help given by Sean Barker who helped with the distribution of items and removal of the bags. Thank you to Sean and all the volunteers for your support and help to keep the environment in Tourmakeady litter and rubbish free.
Knitting Circle
KNITTING circle meets Tourmakeady hall on Mondays evenings at 7.30 pm.
Nead na n-óg Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Parent & Toddler Group)
TEMPORARY meeting arrangements have been organised and we get together on Tuesdays 10.30 - 12.15pm in the National School Tourmakeady. Many thanks to John Joe.
Club Siúlóide Thuar Mhic Éadaigh (Walking club)
TOURMAKEADY walking club will meet at the entrance to Tourmakeady Woods on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Walkers are reminded to wear visible, reflective clothing. More information 094 95 43991
Annual Agricultural Show
THE annual show will take place Sunday July 25th 2010. The next show meeting will take place Thursday May 13th 2010 in the hall at 9.00pm. New members and new ideas will be very welcome - why not come along?
Óige na Gaeltachta Club Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh & Óige na Gaeltachta Bun Chlub Óige Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
NO meetings at present due to renovation work.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh
THE community centre is open as follows Monday 10.30am to 2.30pm Tuesday to Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm and Friday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Please confirm that someone is in attendance by calling 094 95 44295. The renovation work on the hall is continuing and as you can see works are progressing well.
Welfare Officer
THE Social Welfare officer is in attendance at the Medical Centre on Wednesdays 12 noon to 1.00pm
Safety Reminder to all Walkers and in particular CHILDREN
PLEASE make sure that children are visible at night. Reports have been received of young children walking in the village without any reflective clothing. Drivers cannot see walkers at night in unlit areas.
Insulation Scheme
THIS scheme has been suspended for the time being. No more forms will be sent out until the scheme is reinstated.
Citizen’s advice
A CITIZEN’S information officer will be in attendance in the hall, on Wednesday May 19, 2010 from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The officer has information on social welfare, health board payments, taxation, housing and single farm payments.
Recycling Facility
THE recycling bins have a new location at the picnic area in Shanvalleyard, near to the Fáilte stone. Please do not leave litter on the ground or on the roads.
Halla Thuar Mhic Éadaigh Lotto
WELL done to John and Cait Gibbons, Tawnagh and Cathy and Kevin O’Toole, Cappaduff, who are the latest winners of the Tourmakeady hall bonus number game. They both win €100 for having number 26. All outstanding payments should be made to Kathleen and Sally Gibbons as soon as possible. Be in and win.
Linda Welby and Cois Tine on stage at Máire Lukes
ON stage at Máire Lukes bar and restaurant Tourmakeady, on Friday, April 30, are Linda Welby and Cois Tine. A big crowd is expected to see this group who have recorded many songs and CDs.
The restaurant will be open on Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. with a special menu on Sunday. Bookings can be made at (094) 44080.
Bereavement
SYMPATHY is extended to Tom McGing, Partry; Bridgie McGing, Derrendafderg, Srah and Mick McGing, Kilmaine, on the death in Birmingham, of their sister Mrs. Mary Mitchell R.I.P.
Burial takes place on Thursday, April 29, in Birmingham. Mary is also survived by her daughter Ann, sons Michael, Bernard and Pat; son-in-law; daughters-in-law; nieces and nephews and grandchildren. Mary was aunt to Mrs. Ann Heneghan, Goirteenmore, Tourmakeady. May her soul rest in peace.
Late Late Show winner
WELL done to Declan Prendergast, principal of Colaisti Muire Tuar Mhic Eadaigh, winner of the Late Late Show quiz, of a holiday in the sun, plus €5,000.
Partry residents bonus number game winners
WINNERS of the Partry residents bonus number draw, on April 24, were Padraic O’Malley, Kilfaul and Jacqueline Brady, Newtown, both of whom get €100 each for having number 26. There will be more winners on May 1.
Church rota
DEIRDRE Cavanagh will read at the Saturday Mass at 8 p.m. Ministers of the Eucharist are Kathleen Staunton and Carmel Garvey; Tomas O’hEanachain will read at the Sunday Mass at 11.30 a.m. Eucharistic Ministers are Sadie Molloy and Martin O’Neill. Mary Moran and Mary Conroy are on church care week.
Annual shrine Mass
THE annual Mass at Our Lady’s Shrine, at Tourmakeady, will take place on Saturday, May 1, at 6 p.m. The Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Padraig Standún cc Tourmakeady. Everyone is welcome.
GAA lotto results
THERE was no outright winner of the Tourmakeady GAA lotto on Saturday, April 24, in Máire Lukes. The numbers chosen were 10, 22, 29 and 30. The consolation winners were David Prendergast, Gortmor; James Staunton, Shanvallyard; Séan Seoighe, Trianlar; Michael Meeneghan, Drimcoggy and Catriona Farragher. The next draw will take place on May 1, at Paddy’s Bar and Restaurant, on Saturday. Tickets at €2 each and three for €5 are on sale throughout the parish.
Swimming club
ALL outstanding fees for the swimming club should be paid by May 1, at the latest. The annual swimming gala takes place on Saturday, May 15.
Traditional evening at Máire Lukes
SUNDAY, May 2, is traditional evening at Máire Lukes, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and the Paddy Hoban show will be in the lounge, with a programme for young and old. On Tuesday, May 4, all the ladies of the parish are invited to see and buy jewellery.
Draw for Tourmakeady ladies
THE Tourmakeady ladies earned a draw in the Mayo ladies division two of the league, despite usual and strange decisions. Tourmakeady gained a precious point and the final score was Tourmakeady 2-10 to Claremorris 2-10.
Visitors to the area
HOME on vacation in Tourmakeady from Chicago USA, are Michael Lydon and Mary Kate Cooney, who is on her visit to Tourmakeady. It is hoped they have a good stay.
Céilí venue changed
THE céilí arranged for, Saturday, May 1, will now be held at Ballyheane community centre because of the work going on at Tourmakeady community centre. The doors open at 9.30 p.m. and Matt Cunningham and his band will play; with tea and raffles Céad mile failte roimh gach duine.
