Lanesboro Ballyleague Notes
Ardagh is the Place to Be on Sunday
The Scór na nÓg semifinals held in the Parish Hall on Saturday night last was a resounding success for the Shannon Gaels club both in its organization and the quality of the clubs five entrants in the competition. Two of our groups qualified for the County Final in Ardagh on Sunday afternoon next at 3pm, they are the ‘sketch group’ consisting of Lauren Guinan, Anna Peters, Laura Peters, Dearbhail Flood, Niall Keane, Stephen Tobin and Shane Kenny and the Ballad Group of Tara Leigh Lulham, Megan Daly, Melissa Gilmore, Catherine Mullooly and Cillian Flood. It was a really tremendous achievement for the club to have two county finalists and the club were equally proud of the performances of Megan Daly’s performance in the Solo Singing, Óisín O’Sullivan in the Storytelling/Recitation and the Question Time team of Jack Rooney, Eoin Sorohan and Andrew Ward all of whom were very unlucky not to have joined their club mates in the county final.
The preparatory work and dedication to Scór na nÓg put in by the mother and daughter team of Maura and Tracy Tobin truly deserves mention and also the success of Saturday night last. The club pays a special tribute to them for all their utter dedication to Scór in the parish of Rathcline.
The club made a special presentation of a bouquet of flowers to Irish and Cultural Officer of Longford Co. Board on the occasion of it being her last visit to the club before her time of office comes to an end at the upcoming Longford GAA county convention. Margaret during her time in office has been of great assistance to the Shannon Gaels club as we endeavored to develop Scór in the club and parish.
We cannot let the occasion pass with acknowledging the preparation of the hall and stage by the local FÁS group under their supervisor John L Farrell. We also would like to thank everybody that helped in every way to making the night a tremendous success.
The club would like to encourage as many club members as possible to travel to Ardagh on Sunday to support our Shannon Gaels representatives and hopefully see them progress to the Leinster semifinals.
Connaught Silver medalist
Congratulations to Seadna Ryan, son of Seadna and Teresa Ryan, Main St., on winning a silver medal in the butterfly event at the Connaught Schools Championship held in Leisureland Pool, Galway on Sunday last. He will now represent Lanesboro National School in the All Irelands in Belfast in the December.
Kilgefin Community Games Celebrated 40 years
Kilgefin Community Games held a social night on Friday 19th at St. Faithleachs Clubhouse. Past participants and committee members enjoyed a trip down memory lane of past achievements and trips to Mosney. Music was provided by Sean Brennan. The chairperson, Carol Donlon thanked everyone for their support over the years and encouraged more adult involvement. A special presentation was made to Denis Dunne for his continued long service to Community Games.
Death
The unexpected death took place at Longford Westmeath General Hospital, Mullingar on Saturday 13th November of Eamon Fallon, Knock. Eamon was from one of the oldest and most respected families in our parish had been in hospital for three weeks. He was a man who had a tremendous interest in all things Rathcline and Lanesboro. He had a natural ability that could turn his hand to practically anything. For us youngsters Eamon was the original Mc Gyver, no matter what need fixing and how bad it was he was a man that that could always adapt. He was a master hand in times past at the rearing and training greyhounds. Eamon was legendary at all the local greyhound tracks for his many winners. A noted footballer with the Rathcline club during his playing days, his passing leaves an emptiness in many a chair, in many a house that he rambled. He will be sadly missed by everyone that knew him. His remains were removed from Farrell’s Funeral Home on Sunday to St. Mary’s Church Lanesboro and following his unreal Mass on Monday his remains were interred in Rathcline cemetery.
To his step son Jeaffrey Mc Gann and step daughter Colette Wyse, brothers Jim and John Anthony, sisters Veronica Manning, Kathleen Casserly and Phil Chalmers, relatives and many friends we extend our sincere sympathy.
Dublin Gospel Choir
There Dublin Gospel Choir perform in The Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague on Friday night next 26th November The tickets priced at €20 are very limited in supply and it is very important get your tickets immediately to avoid disappointment – and there is no doubt but this will be a definite sell-out. Tickets are on sale from any club member or from O’Brien’s Corner Shop, phone 3321107. We urge everyone to go along to see the wondrous Choir – it is not often that quality as this comes to our locality and we must congratulate st. Faithleach’s GAA club for affording us the privilege.
How is your training coming along?
I presume you are all now in serious training for the annual Christmas Day Run/Walk in aid of Multiple Sclerosis. As you know the run/walk takes place between Newtowncashel and Lanesboro with the walkers setting off at 11.45am and the runners at 12.15pm.
This is the 20th anniversary and it would be marvelous to have a record number taking part. With almost 6 weeks to go to Christmas Day, time is running out to get training and support the very special occasion. As we are in very trying times financially everybody is asked to make that extra special effort as this is the main fund raiser for the MS society and your sponsorship means that there is a continuous support for those suffering with MS.
Sponsorship cards are available from O’Brien’s Corner Shop, Michael Flood, Newtowncashel (Tel: 086-0880855); Brigid Mullooly, Lanesborough (Tel: 086-8807596) and from Casserley’s Shop and Fallon Bar Newtowncashel.
Monster Bingo
The Rathcline GAA club is holding a Monster Bingo on Sunday 12th December in Ballyleague Hall at 3pm. This is an event not to be missed and not alone should you go but you should also bring your friends and support the club. The jackpot will be €2000. Sharpen your pencils and markers and make sure you get there early to get your seat.
Annual Draw
Carmel Linnane and Liz Balfe are holding their annual Christmas Draw. The proceeds of the draw are in aid of African students. The draw will take place in The Yacht Bar on Saturday 18th December. The prize list is: 1st prize €150, 2nd prize 6 bottles Wine, 3rd prize bottle Brandy, 4th prize box Biscuits & Sweets. There will be many more prizes on the night.
Forget-Me-Not – Your Local Cottage Industry
Invite you to an Exhibition & Sale of their work at Clonmee, Lanesboro, Co. Longford 14th Nov-19th Dec- 12 noon-7pm daily. Choose from – Jewellery, Needle Craft, Crochet, Knitwear, Woodcraft, Stained Glass, Teddy Bears, Soaps & Candles, Christmas Decorations and much more. The exhibition also includes Ceramics by award winner Thomas Lynam.
Lanesborough Community Games AGM
Lanesborough Community Games AGM will take place on Monday night 29th November at 8.30pm in St. Mary’s Parish Hall. The past year has seen a number of our participants go from strength to strength with a large number of our children compete at County and National Level. In the future, we hope that this success will continue to grow and the growth of the Community Games in the parish depends solely on the support of each and every parishioner. Please come along and support and new members would be most welcome.
Lanesboro Gun Club
There was a good turnout at the AGM last weekend. The following were unanimously returned to their positions Chairman – Ger Hand, Secretary – Francis Deffew, Treasurer – Martin Gillen and Safety Officer – Liam Mc Manus.
It was generally agreed that the club should become more active in the community and strive to promote all field and country sports.
The club would like to thank all the landowners in the parish for their continued support.
The club would like to extend its sympathy to Mark Shields and his family on the death of their mother June. May she rest in peace.
Ballyleague Village Renewal and Tidy Towns Committee
The committee held a very successful table-quiz in St. Faithleach’s Clubhouse on Friday last. Seventeen teams from Ballyleague and surrounding areas took part in what was an entertaining event hosted by quizmaster Dermot Cox. Congratulations to Table 3 (Denise Donovan, Saoirse Donovan, Goretti Kenny and Diarmuid Farrell) who were the outright winners following a tie-break over table 10 (Leo Sweeney, Gerry Trimble, Ronan Cullen and Donal Casey) Prizes for the quiz were graciously sponsored by Gleeson’s Townhouse Restaurant Roscommon and by Lanesboro / Ballyleague Credit Union.
The organising committee would like to extend a huge thank you to all who attended to support the quiz and to St. Faithleach’s for the use of the clubhouse. Many local people also generously donated prizes for the raffle and these included Keane’s Super Valu, Maura and Jimmy Hudson, The Lifebelt Bar, Terry McDermott Butcher, Ray’s Lakeview Service Station, Maureen and John Gibbons, Coyle’s Filling Station, Doreen and Seamus Oates, Margaret Gillen Hairstylist, and St. Faithleach’s GAA. Following the quiz Chairman Denis Dunne thanked all in attendance and everyone who had assisted in organising the fundraiser including quizmaster Dermot Cox who had made it a thoroughly enjoyable evening. Denis added that all proceeds from the quiz would go towards the provision on Christmas lighting in Ballyleague. If you would like to make a donation towards the cost of the lighting and the Christmas trees going up in the village please contact Chairman Denis Dunne at 0433321150 or e mail: keepballyleaguetidy@gmail.com
CD for Christmas
Once again Fr. Brendan O’Sullivan, son of Pat and Josie O’Sullivan, Lehery, has again been busy on the music front. Fr. Brendan a renowned singer has with the St. Mel’s Cathedral Folk Group has just launched a new CD for the Christmas entitled Cathedral Echoes. It is well worth a listen and it is priced only €10. A donation from the proceeds will go to the St. Mel’s Cathedral Restoration Fund. The CD is available for sale in O’Brien’s
St. Faithleach’s GAA
Senior Club AGM: Our Annual General Meeting of the Senior Club takes place on Friday 3rd December in St. Faithleachs GAA Club House.
Minor Club AGM: Our Annual General Meeting of the Minor Club takes place on Sunday 28th November in St. Faithleachs GAA Club House @ 7.00pm.
Cards: Every Tuesday in the Club House, 9.00pm. Results of last week’s games – 12 games, Michael/Dan. 11 games, Tom/Padraig. Last game, Joe/P.J. Ticket winners – Mickey, Mark, Kevin, Mary.
Congratulations: To St. Brigid’s on winning the Connaught Club Championship Title last weekend.
The Dublin Gospel Choir: The up-coming Dublin Gospel Choir Night was launched in St. Faithleachs GAA Club House on Tuesday last. The event will take place in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague on Friday 26th November at 8pm. Admission by Ticket Only €20, available from usual outlets. The interval Act will be performed by the Lanesboro Community College Choir under the direction of Jimmy Flanagan.
Kilgefin Community Games Social Night: Kilgefin Community Games held a social night on Friday 19th at St. Faithleachs GAA Club House. Past participants and committee members enjoyed a trip down memory lane of past achievements and trips to Mosney. The chairperson, Carol Donlon thanked everyone for their support over the years and encouraged more adult involvement. A special presentation was made to Denis Dunne for his continued long service to Community Games.
Upcoming Events: Ladies Night to be held in the Club House on 4th December with Karaoke as the theme.
Sympathy: The Club extends deepest sympathy to the Reilly Family on the death of Kathleen Reilly, Rathcline. The Club extends deepest sympathy to the Maloney Family, Cloontuskert, on the death of Willie Maloney. The Club extends deepest sympathy to the Shields Family, Rathcline Road, on the death of June Shields.
Ballyboro
U14: Our U14 Lads had a recent win at home to Gaels United followed by a win away to Ballymahon on Sunday last. Ballyboro V Gaels United – Final Score 6-2. Goal scorers for Boro were Shane Kenny (3), Eugene Maguire (2) & Sean Costello (1). Ballyboro V Ballymahon – Final Score 1-0. Goal scorer for Boro was Óisín O’Sullivan.
U9: Ballyboro Lions V Delvin Falcons. Final Score 2-1.
Boro came out on top in this top of the table clash on Sunday last. This was an excellent game of football by both sides & Boro won courtesy of two 1st half goals from Liam Ormsby. This was a real end-to-end game & both sides had their spells of dominance. Dylan Donlon was outstanding for Boro while back-line of Nathan McGovern & Michael Dunne were excellent. James Browne, Cian O’Brien & P. J. Connaughton ran themselves into the ground in the middle of the field while up-front Liam Ormsby & Sean Horgan were always a handful. Delvin got a late goal but Boro hung on to continue their unbeaten run. Well done to all players.
Longford Garden Club
All interested in gardening are invited to the official opening night of Longford Garden Club on this Wednesday 24th November in Longford Library at 7pm. There will be a special guest speaker on the night. If you need further information you are invited to contact Ciaran phone 085-1355990.
Triathlon Club
Off Road biking, Niall O’Donohue and P.J. O’Neill recently travelled to Ballyhoura in Limerick where dedicated trails for different levels of off road biking are available from the Centre there. They had a marvellous time by all accounts and hope to organise another trip for club members maybe this weekend or in the very near future. It is a great day out and if you do not have a mountain bike, one can be hired at the Centre for the day. Anyone interested should contact P. J. at 085 2884300 and he will explain what is involved.
Swimming is continuing every Monday night from 9 pm – 10pm until Christmas in Roscommon Swimming Pool and the Run Training session for all standards will continue this Thursday at 7 pm at the Running Track at the rear of Lanesboro Community College.
The first track session took place last Thursday and a variety of Walkers, Joggers, Beginners, and regulars attended. The Coach, Ronie Masterson was able to advise and assist everyone that was there, in particular the newcomers and walkers who all remarked on how the evening flew and their distances had increased considerably.
All levels of ability are welcome to attend these sessions.
A meeting will be called very soon to address some urgent upcoming club matters and all members should attend when contacted.
For further information on the Lanesboro Triathlon Club contact The Secretary Brendan O’Sullivan at 0862544534