Lanesboro – Ballyleague Notes
Maintenance Grants
Longford County Council and Longford Vocational Education Committee are holding an information evening on Student Maintenance Grants in the Longford Arms Hotel on Wednesday week 25th August at 7.30pm. Leaving Cert students, their parents and those intending to return to full- time education are invited to go along for what should be a very informative evening.
Sympathy
We would like to extend our sincere sympathy to Mickie, Mary, John and Ann Tynan and their families on the death last week of their aunt Martha Mc Larney, in England. Martha lived amongst us in the Green for a few years before returning to England to be beside her daughter was a popular figure in the town and there is great sadness at the news of her death.
Rathcline Summer Draw
The Rathcline GAA club is holding a Summer Fundraising Draw on Saturday 28th August In Clarke’s Bar. The club is doing tremendous work at their grounds in Clonbonny – well worth going to see. The tickets are priced at €20 each and the prize schedule is 1st -€3000, 2nd €1,000, 3rd €750, 4th €500, 5th €250, 6th to 10th prize €200 each. We hope there will be a huge take up on the tickets and help continue the tremendous work already done and what is to be done in future weeks and months ahead.
Lanesboro Karate Class
Following the summer break Lanesboro Karate Club will reopen its doors for the coming season on Monday 13th September in St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Lanesboro. This offers a great opportunity for men, women and children to keep fit and practice the art of karate over the coming season. The junior classes will take place every Monday from 6.30 to 7.30 and the senior class will take place from 7.30 to 9pm. The classes will cost just €5. The club welcomes back all previous members and a makes a special welcome to any newcomers. For more information you are asked to contact World Champion and 2nd Dan, Kevin Mc Kenna in person or by phone 086-0807012.
Lough Ree 2000 Bridge Club
Sad Passing of Past President
The untimely passing of Bridie Deffew, Rathcline Rd. Lanesboro, has caused much regret in the area and especially by all her colleagues in the Lough Ree 2000 Bridge Club. Bridie had been a member of the club since its formation in 2000, during which time she played a very active role in the club, both at local and regional level. In 2009 she held the honorary position of President of the club. She enjoyed her game of bridge immensely and was always pleasant and cheerful. Bridie will be sadly missed by all the bridge members. On this very sad occasion, the club wishes to extend its sincere sympathy to her loving family, Nevin, Francis, Eilish and Sorcha.
May she rest in peace.
Congratulations to Martin Mc Nally
Martin Mc Nally, son of Anne and the late Tom Mc Nally, Ballyleague has lust last weekend launched his new business. At a time of cut backs and despondency in the economy it is wonderful to see a local man making the brave decision to start his own business.
Children’s Fishing Competition
Lanesboro Pike Angling Club will be holding a Children`s Fishing Competition on Saturday next 21st August along the hot water stretch of the Shannon. Fishing will be from 11am to 3pm and the entry fee will be €1. The competition is open to children up to 14 years of age.
Lough Ree Golfing Society
The Longford Ree Golfing Society’s next outing is for the Society Captain, Brendan Whitty’s, Prize Day.
It is hoped to see all the Society golfers at Roscommon Golf Course, this Saturday, 21st August for what promises to be a good day’s golf at the wonderful local course.
The tee is booked from 10 to 11 so you are asked to be there a little before the appointed time to ensure a smooth start. As usual can all members please text 00879730611 to book your place and time.
Wedding Bells
The marriage took place in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Lanesboro on Saturday 7th August of Francis Farrell, son of Paul and Ita Farrell, Tullyvrane and Ruth Mc Cormack daughter of John and Catherine Mc Cormack, Gortgallon. Bestman was Eamonn Farrell brother of the groom and chief bridesmaid was Patricia Mc Cormack sister of the bride. Pageboys were Jack and Ciarán Mc Gloin nephews of the bride and Callum Farrell, nephew of the groom. The marriage ceremony was celebrated by Fr. Brendan O’Sullivan assisted by Fr. Michael Reilly and wedding reception was held in Abbey Hotel Roscommon. We would like to wish the happy couple many years of wedded happiness.
Harvest Festival Launch
The launch of this year’s Harvest Festival will take place on this Friday night 20th August in Adie Farrell’s Bar at 9pm. This year the Harvest Festival and Dog Show will take place in Rathcline on Sunday 5th September at 2pm on Adie Farrell’s land beside Rathcline cemetery. You are invited to go along and attend the launch of the festival.
Championship update.
On Saturday evening last both local teams kept their interest alive in the senior championships of Longford and Roscommon.
In the Roscommon championship St. Faithleach’s had a convincing victory over St. Roans in Ballyleague before a big crowd. This was a game they had to win to qualify them from the league section of the championship. Following a whirlwind start where they raced into a commanding lead they led by 2.4 to 0-2 points at half time and from then on were never in trouble running out 2.7 to 0-8 point winners.
Unlike St. Faithleach’s, Rathcline had a slow start and after 15 minutes they were down 1-2 to 0-2 but a storming finish to the half seen them lead 1-5 to Abbeylara’s 1-4. It was nip and tuck for the second half and after 60 minutes both teams finished on a 1-8 each scoreline. Going to press the relay will take place provisionally on Sunday next in Pearse Park as part of double header which will a local derby between Killoe and Edgeworthstown.
Well done to both teams and we look forward to many more days out in the championship for both St. Faithleach’s and Rathcline.
Lanesboro Community Games
Best wishes to the following children who will be representing Lanesboro and County Longford in the National Community Games Finals at the weekend in Athlone, Orla Keane U-10 100 meters, Connell Kennelly U-12 Long Puck, Sarah Farrell, Tanya Farrell, Niamh Chawke,
Aisling Casey and Hannah Shea in the U-12 Relay and Kevin Sorohan U-14 Long Jump.
Well done also to Duileach Ryan who took part in the U-8 Swimming last weekend in Athlone.
St. Faithleach’s
Shannonside FM Senior Championship: We had a 5point win over St. Croan’s on Saturday evening last. Final Score – St Faithleach’s 2-7 St. Croan’s 0-7. A minutes silence was observed as a mark of respect to the late Johnny Kenny, Newtowncashel, father of Henry Kenny Snr & Grandfather of Enda & Henry Kenny. Team: D. Thompson, D. Thompson, G. Connor, K. Brennan, A. Murtagh, D. Murray, S. Ormsby, M. Reynolds, A. McCormack, B. Murtagh(0-2), G. Cox(0-1), P. Wallace, H. Kenny(2-0), A. Brehon, D. Hussey(0-3). Subs: C. McCormack, E. Kenny (0-1), S. O’Grady. Next Sunday we play Roscommon Gaels in Tarmonbarry, see fixtures for details.
Junior B South Championship Final: Congratulations to our Junior Team & Manager/Mentors who won the Junior B Mid-South Junior Championship Title on Sunday last where they defeated Fuerty in Knockrockery. Final Score – St. Faithleach’s 1-13 Fuerty 0-8. Team: S. Connor, M.F. O’Grady, J. Vesey, A. Manning, J. Tarmey, P. Murray, B. Scally, N. Kelly(0-2), D. Ryan, P. Cox, K. Murtagh(0-5), A. Kenny, R. Cox(0-2), J. Quigley(0-2), B. Hussey(1-2). Subs: P. Flynn, F. McCormack.
Lotto: The numbers drawn were – 8, 14, 24 and 27. No jackpot winner. €20 winners – Patrick J Coyle, Newtowncashel. Jean Fallon, Cappagh, Martin Tucker, Mountcashel. Edel McCormack, Cloontuskert. Next draw 17/8/10, Jackpot €1,400. Team on duty: S. Cox, M. Murphy, D. Dunne, N. Banahan.
Cards: Every Tuesday in the Club House, 9.00pm. Results of last week’s games – 1st, Mark/Noreen. 2nd, John O/Packie. Last game, Sean/Michael. Ticket Winners – Joe, Freda, Fr. Larney, Brendan.
Ladies Night: Handbags, Gladrags & You, Ladies Fun Night to be held in St. Faithleach’s Club House this Saturday 21st August at 8.00pm. Surprises Galore, Novelty Raffle, Prizes for Most Glamorous Shoes, Mobile Phones Essential. Admission €10.00. Come along all you ladies for what promises to be a great night’s fun & entertainment.
U16 Boys: Well done to our U16 Boys who are through to the Semi-Final of Division 3 Championship. They defeated St. Barry’s by 5 points recently.
Club Notifications: Anyone wishing to be notified of Club Events by Text, please contact Michael Cleary at (087)2238293.
Club Merchandise: Anyone wishing to order St. Faithleach’s GAA Club Hoodies, please contact Derek Thompson at (087)8172668. See in Club House for details.
Get Well Wishes: We send get well wishes to Gerry Donlon who is in hospital at present, wishing Gerry a speedy recovery.
Sympathy: The Club extends deepest sympathy to Henry & Mary Kenny & family on the death of Henrys father, Johnny Kenny, Newtowncashel. To Mrs. Best, Cloontuskert, on the death of her sister Maureen McCormack, Tipperary. To Michael Finnan on the death of his sister Bridie, England.