Lanesboro Ballyleague Notes
Tidy Towns Clean Up
Starting Friday 27th April 2012 and continuing on the last Friday of each month for the summer in an effort to enhance the town and the environ. The tourism season is now upon us and we as a community should be ensuring that all visitors are impressed with the presentation of our town. There is a great onus on us all to ensure that we pull our weight in making the town beautiful.
Those that are attending, and we hope it is a big numbers, are asked to meet at St Mary’s Hall, at 7pm and to bring cleaning items, i.e. sweeping brush, paint brush, spade, gloves.
Fermoyle NS Enrolment
School enrolment for Fermoyle National School will take place on this Friday week 27th April in the school at 2pm. The staff will welcome you to the school and answer any enquiries. If you cannot attend and want to enrol your child then you should contact the school to make an appointment phone 3321959
Death
The entire area was saddened and shocked when they learned of the death last Tuesday 10th April of one of our most loved residents Patsy Horohoe, Salmons Lane. Patsy was one of a kind whose mould was thrown away. For almost 15 years Patsy had been in ill health but did that stop him from doing and achieving- absolutely not. His outlook on life was remarkable and he carried his very heavy cross as though it was a feather. He was an example for us all. His outlook was always bright and cheerful; the lasting memory he left us was that even the darkest day has an amazing amount of sunshine and that is what we should cling to. Patsy was a remarkable tradesman gifted in so many ways. It is the mark of the man and the impression he made on us all that in death when we think of him we can only smile and remember his warm and beaming smile. The attendance at his residence where he reposed, at his removal to the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague, on Friday and again at his Funeral Mass and burial in Cloontuskert cemetery on Saturday was one of the largest ever seen in the area. To his wife Geraldine, sons Mark, Paul, Alan and Brian, mother Josie, his brother Johnny, his sisters Tess and Kathleen, relatives and so many friends we extend our deepest sympathy.
Ballyleague N.S. Enrolment Day:
Parents of new entrants who wish to enrol their children for September 2012 are invited to visit the school on this Thursday April 19th at 2.15p.m. Parents, unable to attend on the day can phone the school, on 043-3321906 to make an alternative appointment. Please bring your child’s birth certificate and
The school staff is looking forward to meeting you on the day.
Tickets Becoming Scarce
Victor’s Dung is an award winning comedy coming to St. Mary’s hall Lanesboro on Saturday week 28th April is proving very popular judging by the tickets sales. The sale of tickets is going remarkably well with a huge number being sold to people that have heard from others that have seen the play of the great night’s entertainment that this play will bring to St. Mary’s hall. It is a night of laughter not to be missed. Tickets, priced €10, and they are now on sale in O’Brien’s. As there are now only a limited number on sale available you advised to contact Martina or Bridgie immediately.
Rathcline Ladies
Our ladies played Killoe in Clonee on Saturday evening at 6pm. The girls had a good win on the evening. Our U16 girls are down to have a match on Thursday evening in Clonbonny at 6.15. All players will be notified on Wednesday morning if this game is going ahead.Under 14 training continues on Saturday morning at 10.30.
St. John’s 150th Celebrations this weekend
The time is now here for us to join and celebrate with the St. John’s Church and local congregation on their great achievement. Next weekend 20th to 22nd April is a red lettered weekend for the members of the St John’s congregation. The St John’s community is an integral part of our community and has been a wonderful mainstay in our community for the 150 years and in recognition the entire community should join with them in their wonderful celebrations.
The opening on the evening of Friday 20th will be a Children’s Service at 7pm where the children of Lanesboro’s Primary School alongside the St. John’s Sunday School children will dramatise the building of Solomon’s Temple and it will be followed by ‘a party’ for both young and old.
On Saturday 21st there will be an extensive exhibition and display of the Church history in the Church of items relating to St. John’s. The church will be open from 10am to 6pm and everybody is invited.
On Sunday 22nd the Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving will take place at 3.30pm. Special Preacher for this very special ceremony will be Bishop Ken Clarke. Following the Service refreshments will be served in St. Mary’s hall.
A huge amount of work and preparations have gone into the preparation and you are invited to go along and join in the weekend celebrations.
Community College Table Quiz
Lanesboro Community College Parents’ Association is staging a Table Quiz in Clarke’s bar on this Friday night 20th April at 9pm. A table of 4 will cost €40 and all the quiz buffs in the area are invited to attend and bring along their friends to make it a special and wonderful night. Lots of spots on the nights and guaranteed and a night of fun is assured. The proceeds of the night will go towards the purchase of school equipment.
Lanesboro Bridge Club
The results of the competition held on Wednesday last 11th April are; N/S 1st Patsy Canavan & Katharine Harrison, 2nd Barbara Ferguson & Kathleen Kelly and 3rd Phil Chalmers & Cyril Hussey. E/W 1st Brid Mc Dermott & Una Lawlor, 2nd Mike Flynn & Mary Mc Gushin and 3rd Tom Feeney & Una Clarke.
Ash Disposal
The Ashman/woman cometh and the residents between the Strokestown Road junction and Ballyglass wish that whoever it is that is disposing of their ashes along that stretch would stop. It is a recent phenomenon that is blighting the residents along the road. Surely someone has seen or knows who is disposing of their ash on the road and creating such a mess especially when the weather is wet and if they could mention it to them to stop. Not only is it a mess when things are wet but it is also dangerous as it makes the road slicker, heightens the chance of a road accident and injury.
Thank You
The Irish Kidney Association would like to sincerely thank everyone that contributed to their collection on Saturday 7th April. The sum realised was €1213. The collection is run in conjunction with Organ Donor week.
Lanesboro’s Indoor Market
Every Friday in St. Mary’s parish Hall Lanesboro the very popular and growing Indoor Market takes place. A large number of locally produced items as well as a great selection of goods are available. The market takes place from 11am to 1.30pm and it is a place well worth a visit if only to browse and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and light snacks that are available. The range of goods on sale are local home baking, local jams, free range eggs & mushrooms, gold, silver, gemstone and costume jewellery, goats milk beauty products, books, bric a brac & cd’s, Forever aloe vera products. John King (Healer and Angel Cards readings), fabulous hand-made cards and hand-made knitted scarfs/hats. There is also a range of dried flowers arrangements and handbags. Drumsna Garden Centre flower arrangements available. This week Ulster Bank is available for any queries. Free car parking to rear of building (beside the playground). Tea, Coffee and light snacks will also be available. Contact 087 3965568 for answers to queries.
Rathcline Ladies Clothes Collection
Please donate all your clean unwanted clothes, bed linen, towels and textiles including shoes, bags and belts and soft toys and books (novels). If anyone has bags to get rid off please call Madaleine on 086 1500123.
Lanesboro Community Games
On Sunday 29 April at 5pm, Lanesboro Community Games will be holding a medley of proceedings to acknowledge the efforts and successes of all the children who have participated in Community Games so far this year. Medals will be presented to all the children who have not already been presented with county medals but represented Lanesboro in Chess, Draughts, Indoor Soccer, table tennis or won a prize in Art. The committee will be presenting recently won County medals. It is hoped to get a photo of all the participants and of the County Medal winners.
In addition, Lanesboro Community Games are inviting any prospective Talent competition participants for next year to sing a song, make a recitation, play a musical instrument or perform a dance. Aisling Casey will give her winning performance of” Hallelujah” to prepare for her All Ireland finals. The local and county Art prize winning Project will be on display. Please contact Pauline Casey, Mary Sorohan, Sharon Brady, John Rooney or Teresa Ryan by Wed 25th if you would like to join Aisling in performing.
Well done Aoife Nolan for coming Second in the County Hand Writing competition and best of luck to the Table tennis team who are playing the Leinster final next weekend.
Lanesboro Triathlon Club
Charity Cycle: On Friday April 6th, up to 60 cyclists, left Lanesboro to take part in the John Harte Charity Cycle. Included in the pack were a group of enthusiastic Lanesboro Tri Club members, members of Shannonside Cycling Club and Athlone Tri Club and of course, the Harte family. After a briefing from the cycle’s organiser Matt Harte, the Garrycastle flag waved the cyclists off, as they began retracing the journey (approx. 120k), regularly taken by Matt’s father John (RIP), when he first came to Lanesboro. John Harte travelled to Lanesboro by bicycle, to find work with Bord na Mona. For a period of three years he made the journey back and forth, between Lanesboro and Easkey at weekends, cycling 70 miles on an old fixed gear bicycle, climbing the Curlew Mountains without the capability of changing gears. (While being challenged with many an uphill, some of the cyclists could only admire John’s stamina to do so without any of the high-tech bikes of today. Some were heard quoting the same complaint while searching for another gear going uphill, “I hate that feeling when you need to change gear again and find there isn’t another one!!”)
The first leg of the journey was from Lanesboro to Elphin (approx. 25k). After a quick refresher the group headed off for Collooney, via Boyle and the main N4 roadway (another approx. 50k), followed by a brief pit stop to refuel for the final trek to Easkey (approx. 35k) the original home place of John Harte. Having battled many a hill, along with the driving North West winds and rain, (with the help of a stash of power food, sweets and chocolate), the cyclists eventually reached their destination. Greeted with congratulatory applause, hot drinks were served to warm the bones of all. After spending the day in the saddle, laughing with the craic and banter among each other, puffing and panting while being faced with various challenges, the cyclists eventually made it to the hotel at Inishcrone (approx. 15k) to celebrate their achievement. A successful day was had by everyone! All this couldn’t have happened without the team, who organised it, under the guidance of Matt Harte, and also Lanesboro Tri Club’s group leaders, who encouraged and helped everyone along the way and not forgetting the support crew and Gardaí who assisted en route! Perhaps this could become an annual thing as there’s already talk of another club cycle and night away!
Many thanks to all who supported through sponsorship of the cyclists (Charities: I for Immunisation and Westmeath Hospice) and also to Oonagh Casey for her photos.
Race 2012: Following on from the success of our club triathlon race 2011, the Lanesboro Triathlon Club shall be holding their ‘Two Provinces Sprint Triathlon’ on Sat July 14th 2012. The race shall consist of a 750m swim in the River Shannon, followed by a 20k bike ride over a flat course and will finish over a 5k fast run course. Registration is now OPEN via our club website www.trilanesboro.com. You can submit an individual entry or register as part of a relay team. It promises to be a great day’s enjoyment, so be sure to sign up fast.
Training: Run sessions continue on the track every Wed evening at 8pm, and Sliabh Ban on Sun mornings at 9a m. Club cycle every Sat morning leaving Lanesboro church at 10am. Please keep an eye on our club website www.trilanesboro.com or our Facebook page ‘trilanesboro’ for further info & updates. Hopefully it will soon be warm enough to brave the open Shannon waters!!
Best of luck: Good luck to all club members who are traveling to Portlaoise this weekend to take part in trilaois, which is being organised by the local Trilogy Triathlon club.
Rathcline GAA
Our Senior Team were defeated by Mostrim in Devine Park in the league last Saturday. The next game is away to Carrickedmond tonight, Wednesday at 7.30pm.
Congratulations to the Rathcline Ladies team on their comprehensive win away to Killoe last Saturday.
Our Reserve League team play Sean Connolly’s in Maguire Park next Sunday, throw in is at 2.30pm.
The Annual Longford GAA Race Day at Punchestown Racecourse will take place on Wednesday, 25th April this year. Anybody interested in attending can contact Liam Connerton, Albert Cooney or Chris Cullen.
St. Faithleach’s GAA
O’Rourke Cup: We play against Clan na Gael in Johnstown this coming Friday, see fixtures for details of time.
Junior Ladies: Our Junior Ladies were defeated by St. Dominic’s in Knockcroghery on Saturday last. Final Score – St. Faithleachs 2-06 St. Dominic’s 5-09. Team: M. Corcoran, C. Cleary, S. Ormsby, A. Ormsby, C. Connaughton, J. Melia, A. Mc Loone (0-1), N. Egan, L. Mc Loone (0-1), A. Lannon (1-0), C. Scally (0-4), R. Hanly, A. Nerney (1-0). See fixtures for details of upcoming game this weekend.
Minors: Our minor men were defeated by Michael Glaveys on Friday last. Final Score – St. Faithleachs 2-08 Michael Glaveys 3-09. Team: K. Kelly, J. Irwin, M. Cox, J. Sweeney, J. Walsh, J. Farrell, C. Gunn(0-1), D. Gibbons(0-1), S. Phillips, C. Farrell(0-1), C. Gannon(0-1), C. Gannon(1-3), K. Farrell(1-1). Subs: J. Hussey, J. Kelly, D. Barry.
U16 Girls: Our U16 Girls were defeated by St. Dominic’s in the Championship Semi-Final on Sunday last. Final Score – St. Faithleachs 4-05 St. Dominic’s 8-01. Team: L. Hoare, N. Carty, R. Costello, L. Cox, C. Brennan, A. Curley, M. Banahan, J. Geoghegan(0-2), N. Scally, T. Nerney, E. Hegarty(2-0), R. Banahan(1-0), N. Hegarty (0-1), K. Murphy(1-2), K. Browne. Sub: J. Farrell.
U16 Boys: Our U16 Boys play against Michael Glaveys this coming Friday at 7.00pm in Ballinlough.
Easter Activities: Many thanks to all who took part in the ‘Fun & Games’ at St. Faithleachs GAA Club House on Easter Sunday last. Thanks to St. Faithleachs GAA Club Rose 2012, Maria Quigley who judged the Children’s Talent Show & well done to all children who took part. Thanks to the girls who did the face painting, all who helped out with the activities & games, to Jimmy Hussey for organising entertainment, to Maureen who sponsored the Easter Hamper & to all who sponsored Easter Eggs & raffle prizes for the event. Thanks to Frank Curley and all who helped in the preparation of food and refreshments. Thanks to all who supported the event.
Lotto: The numbers drawn were – 1, 8, 21 and 23. There was no jackpot winner and the five €20 winners were – Annie Rose Reilly, The Green. Brian Scally, Gardenstown. Sean Hanly, Killnasalla. Marie McGann, Kenagh. Tim Fox, Mountcashel. The next draw will take place on Tuesday 24th April for a jackpot €5,800. The yearly lotto tickets are now available -€50 – 1 set of numbers and €100 for 3 sets.
Cards: Every Tuesday in the clubhouse at 9.00pm. All are very welcome. Last week’s results are – joint winners, Michael/Frank & Tom/Padraig. Last game, Ann/Kathleen. Ticket winners – Pete, Joe, James & Frank.
Sympathy: The Club extends deepest sympathy to the Horohoe Family on the death of Patsy Horohoe, Ballyleague. To his wife Geraldine, sons Mark, Paul, Alan & Brian, mother Josie, brother Johnny, sisters Tess & Kathleen, grandchildren Kellie, Daniel & Dylan, extended relatives, neighbours & friends.
Bon Voyage: The Club wishes Adrian Murtagh & Steve Ormsby the very best of luck as they head on their travels abroad.
Congratulations: To Niall Healy & Luke Brennan who celebrated their 21st birthdays recently.
Women’s Mini-Marathon: Calling all the ladies who would be interested in taking part in the Mini-Marathon in June to raise funds for the development of the new Stand at St. Faithleachs GAA Club. Sponsorship cards now available. Your support would be greatly appreciated
50th Year: 2012 brings a very important year for St. Faithleachs GAA Club as we celebrate our 50th Anniversary. This is an exciting time for the Club & Parish. In an effort to complete a history of the past 50 years of the club we are looking for your help. There are many photographs & artefact from down through the years which we would dearly love to see. If you, or anyone you know may be in possession of such items, please contact a member of the Committee or email us at stfaithleachgaa@gmail.com
Ballyboro FC
Girls U13 Cup Final: Ballyboro V Castlepollard. Final Score Abbeycarton was the venue for the ultimate glory for those strong enough for Cup Honours with the meeting of two great teams, Ballyboro & Castlepollard. Boro girls were in top form with a full squad lead by their team captain Marie Kelly. From kick-off Ballyboro showed full possession on the ball. Their strong mid-field players (Jillian Banahan, Rebecca Cox and Sarah Scally) consistently played the ball forward to Ellen Irwin. Castlepollard were playing a defensive game & at half-time the score was 0:0. Tensions were high & the second half started off with great determination from both sides. However, Ballyboro were not going to give into defeat easily. They pushed hard on Castlepollard’s defence and finally Ellen Irwin got the ball in the back of the Castlepollard net. Now 1:0 up, Ballyboro steamed ahead, with great defending by Aoife Mc Loughlin & Marie Kelly consistently keeping the ball out of danger. Ballyboro goalkeeper Hannah Shea had no worries. Great play was shown by Áine Halpin, Aisling Casey and Natasha Hegarty. Ballyboro were now in full control of this game, they continued to push hard on Castlepollard and a break in mid-field played, the ball to Sarah Scally who passed to Ellen Irwin and Ellen succeeded in getting goal number 2 for Ballyboro with 5 minutes from final whistle. Cup glory was for Ballyboro girls who deserved their Cup honours. It was a great match from these two teams with great play from both sides. Ballyboro honours were not to stop there – the Longford District schools girl Player of the League went to a Ballyboro player: Mid-Fielder Sarah Scally again bringing great glory to her club & team. The managers (Majella Kelly & Bernadette Scally) would like to thank their trainer John Tynan for all his commitment and hard work. Many thanks to all family and friends who travelled to Abbeycarton in support of these great girls.
Photo:
John Tynan, Aoife Mc Loughlin, Marie Kelly(C), Rebecca Cox, Aisling Casey, Natasha Hegarty.
Áine Halpin, Ellen Hegarty, Hannah Shea, Sarah Scally, Jillian Banahan.
