Local Notes: Birthday Wishes, Wedding Bells and Summer Camps
The Tulsk GAA legends who took part in the recent Tulsk Hooley event.
The Cornerstone, Frenchpark are hosting a three- day felt workshop. Day One was June 23rd; Day Two - Monday, July 6th and Day Three is on Friday, July 10th next. All classes will run from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30p.m.. This course is completely free. Phone (094) 9870340 to sign up.
Sincere good wishes are extended to Owen J. Corrigan of Rathra, Tibohine who recently celebrated his 100th birthday.
Classes for Beginners will take place at The Cornerstone in Frenchpark, starting on Sunday, July 21st from 11a.m to 1p.m.. Four-week course - €40. Places are limited. To book phone 094-9870340.
Congratulations to Mary Finnerty, Ballinagare and Michael Farrell, Dromard Co. Sligo who whose marriage took place on Friday, May 29th last. The couple are wished a long and happy married life together.
The peaceful death occurred at home of Mrs Brigid Gillen, Moydow, Co. Longford on Monday, June 8th last. Brigid was pre-deceased by her husband James, sister Margaret and by her parents Alec & Rose. Mother of John Gillen, Mullen, Frenchpark), the late Mrs Gillen (née McCabe) is also survived by her devoted family, daughters Dympna, Caroline, Helen, Louise & Jacinta, sons Andrew, Mel & Kevin, eighteen grandchildren, sisters Mary & Rose, brothers James & Michael, extended family, relatives and friends. Following Mass of the Resurrection on Wednesday, June 10th last in St.Mary’s Church, Moydow, interment took place afterwards in Moydow Cemetery.
Pray for the repose of the souls of Mrs Veronica Morrissey, Poppintree, Dublin (grandmother of Yvonne Morrissey, The Plains, Ballinagare), Mr Dan O’Rourke, Knocknacarra, Co. Galway & Ballindrimley, Castlerea and Mr Denis Coughlan, Montenotte & Blackrock, Co. Cork. May they rest in peace CHURCH NEWS We wish to welcome Fr. Larry Ebuk as our new Parish Priest for all four church areas. We hope his stay and his time among us will be happy and fruitful. Masses will be held in Tibohine at 7p.m. on Tuesday (23rd), Frenchpark at 7p.m. on Thursday (25th), Ballinagare at 7p.m. on Friday (26th), Tibohine at 7p.m. & Ballinagare at 8.30p.m. on Saturday (27th) and in Frenchpark at 10am & Fairymount at 11.30am on Sunday (28th). Visits to the sick & housebound will take place in Fairymount & Tibohine on this Thursday (25th) and in Frenchpark & Ballinagare on Friday, June 26th next.
Masses will take place in Cloonshanville Cemetery on Sunday, July 12th at 10am; Drummin Cemetery on Saturday, July 18th at 8p.m.; Fairymount New Cemetery on Sunday, July 19th at 11.30am; Tibohine New Cemetery on Saturday, July 25th at 7p.m.; Tibohine Old Cemetery Saturday, August 1st at 7p.m.; Fairymount Old Cemetery on Sunday, August 2nd at 11. 30 am and Kilcorkey Cemetery on Friday, August 7th at 7p.m..
Western Gaels held its weekly lottery draw on Saturday, June 20th last. There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were 1, 2, 24 and 28. The next draw (jackpot €3,200) will take place at the clubhouse in Frenchpark on this Saturday, June 27th. Tickets are available on-line through the Clubforce app or from local outlets.
Summer Music & Yoga Camps will take place from Monday, July 13th to Friday, July 17th next, 9.30 a.m. to 12noon, in Tibohine Community Centre. Limited to fifteen spaces. Strictly children aged seven to twelve years. Cost is €85 (€20 deposit to secure space). For more details, contact Oliva on 085-1971372.
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Tulsk GAA club’s intermediate team have a busy August ahead of them in anticipation of this year’s Intermediate Football Championship. The side begin their campaign at home to St. Dominic’s on Friday, July 31st at 7.30 p.m. in Tulsk before travelling to Tarmonbarry to take on home side St. Barry’s on Friday, August 14th at 8 p.m. The side’s final round robin match will be on Friday, August 28th in Ballyforan at 8 p.m. when they take on a St. Brigid’s second string. This year’s team are sponsored by PB Networks. On the field of play, the club's Junior team endured a 4-15 to 1-17 loss to the St. Brigid's in the Division 4 League on Saturday evening in Kiltoom. Meanwhile the club’s first string play their final game of the league against Western Gaels on Friday evening at 8pm in Frenchpark.
The annual mass at Ogulla Shrine will take place on Friday, June 26th at 7 p.m. The mass is a traditional highlight in the calendar of the local community and this year will be no exception. Local residents are warmly invited to attend what is traditionally a special celebration in the community.
Congratulations to Cllr. Liam Callaghan who passed on the baton of ‘first citizen’ of Roscommon, following his tenure as Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council. Cllr. Callaghan was a fine ambassador for the county both at home and abroad and distinguished himself immensely at all of the civic events he attended during his term of office. Well done also to Cllr. Sean Moylan who also distinguished himself as Cathaoirleach of the Boyle Municipal District and represented the area with fairness and authority during his tenure.
The sympathies of local residents are extended to the family and friends of the late Ben Rawson of Glenballythomas, Tulsk and formerly Allenwood, Co. Kildare and Clonskeagh, Co. Dublin. The deceased passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe. Predeceased by his brother Johnny, the deceased is survived by his wife Mary (née Brogan), brothers Steven and Timothy; sisters Sarah, Avril and Samantha; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, aunt Adrienne, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. The deceased reposed at his residence before being removed to St. Bride's Church, Ballintubber for Funeral Mass, followed by Cremation in Cavan Crematorium. Local residents extend their sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased.
Tulsk History Society is compiling a history of shops and public houses past and present in the Tulsk, Castleplunkett and Killina districts of the parish, and is looking for old photographs to illustrate a publication it plans to launch in August. Photos inside or outside of the premises will be welcome. Scanned copies can be sent by email to historytulsk@gmail.com.
Tulsk History Society’s newsletter is now out online via their website. This month the newsletter looks at the history of policing in Tulsk (including RIC and Gardai), the story behind the old Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) banner which many people will not be aware has a second mural on the reverse side to the United Irish League (UIL). The newsletter will also reveal a re-print of a customer list from Simpson's shop from over a century ago, look at the 1926 census from a Tulsk context, and do a deep dive into the history of Fahy's shop in Glenvale. The legendary stallion 'Lapcock' also makes a cameo appearance! Check it out here: https://www.tulskhs.com/newsletters/newsletter-no-21. All of the society’s newsletters can be viewed on our website, as can all the editions of the Tulsk Morning Howl.
Well done to Jenna Drury who came second in the recent county Art event at the county Community Games Finals.
Another great win for Tulsk’s U-12 girls who travelled to Roscommon Gaels recently – well done to all concerned. Thanks also to the fantastic support from the sideline which gave great encouragement to the girls.
The roster for this year’s Cemetery Masses in the parish has been revealed. All celebrations are weather dependent at the time of scheduling. On Saturday, July 4th, mass will be held in Killina Graveyard from 8 p.m.. Mass in Tulsk Cemetery will be held the following day, Sunday, July 5th from 11.30 a.m. with mass in Kilcooley Cemetery on Sunday, July 12th, again at 11.30 a.m.. These celebrations are always a wonderful celebration of colour and vibrancy, reflecting on those gone before us and lives well lived that continue to inspire us all.
Ulidia 8 or the Eighth International Conference on the Ulster Cycle of Tales will take place in the Rathcroghan Visitor Centre in Tulsk from today (Tuesday) June 23rd to Thursday June 25th. This is a prestigious conference which focuses on many aspects of Celtic Studies relating to the Ulster Cycle, including archaeology, philology, folklore, literature, and history.
For the booking of anniversary Masses, please contact the Tulsk Parish Office and leave a message. Please do not use the mobile phone number as this number is for emergencies only. Residents are also reminded that as a courtesy, they should ensure their mobile phones are switched off or turned to silent for all Church ceremonies. Alternatively, you can also email the office. Please note that for the summer months, mass in Killina Church on Saturday evenings has reverted to an 8 p
