Local Notes: Boyle native honoured in Boston, SVP annual appeal and Christmas jumper party
Tommy Fleming with Emily Redmond, Niamh Crowley, Siobhan Lynch, Ewan Cowley and Colm Henry before their concert in St. Joseph’s Church, Boyle last week. Pic. Enda Regan
Boyle native and chairman of the New York City St Patrick’s Day Foundation, Hilary Beirne from Rathdiveen, has been honoured in Boston with a Golden Bridges Ambassador Award. The award was presented at the 15th annual Golden Bridges Conference.
The ceremony, hosted by the Consul General of Ireland in Boston, Sighle FitzGerald at the Irish consulate in the city, was held in conjunction with the Golden Bridges Conference which promotes the connection between the United States and the Northwest of Ireland and is supported by Derry City & Strabane District Council, and the Donegal County Council.
Hilary Beirne’s recognition comes as a result of his many years of work promoting Ireland on the international stage with his work with the iconic New York City’s St Patrick’s Day Parade, the Irish Ad Hoc Committee in Washington, DC and with Irish nationals living abroad.
Today for too many people, it can still just take one small problem to tip someone into crisis and poverty. It can be an unexpected illness or unexpected bills. The St. Vincent de Paul St. Joseph’s Conference, Boyle knows that a little help at the right time can help a family during these difficult times.
Thank you to so many of you who regularly support the work. Without this help, the organisation simply would not be able to support those struggling and in need of help. This Christmas please support the annual appeal. The annual collection will take place at St. Joseph’s Church this weekend, December 9th/10th where envelopes will be available in the porch.
Envelopes received through the post may also be returned to the church. Alternatively, you can donate directly to the Boyle Conference by phoning 0818176176 or online to svp.ie/stjosephsconferenceboyleappeal23 Thank you for your continued generosity.
The death occurred on December 2nd, peacefully, in the care of the staff, at Sligo University Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, of Mr Bernard Martin, Ardsallagh, Boyle. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Bridie and his infant daughter, Mary, his parents Michael and Maureen and his brothers John (Brother Fidelis) and Hugh.
Bernard is sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his son, Damien; daughters, Mairead, Lorraine and Lisa; Damien’s partner, Sinead; son-in-law, Cianan; grandchildren Oran, Fionn and Sally; brothers, Charlie, Peter and James; sister, Mary; sister-in-law, Pauline, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Bernard will repose at Mahon’s Funeral Home, Boyle, today, Tuesday (December 5th) from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.. Removal from his home on Wednesday morning to St. Joseph’s Church, Boyle for Mass of the Resurrection at 11 a.m. with burial afterwards in Assylinn Cemetery.
Boyle Group Scheme Ltd has vacancies on its Community Employment Scheme for General Operatives. No experience necessary and training will be provided. Eligibility applies for this position. For further details contact CE Supervisor on 086 1456519.
Boyle Family Resource Centre has always been overwhelmed by the generosity and support of the local community for its Christmas food appeal each year.
The team knows that that this Christmas will be a difficult one for so many more with the increased cost in living, but if you would be able to donate one item to the Christmas food appeal you would be making such a difference to the individuals and families who are experiencing food difficulty this Christmas.
If you require any further information contact Emer on 071-9663000 or 086-0143942.
Boyle Ladybirds, Brownies & Girl Guide will hold a Christmas Jumper Party in St. Joseph’s Hall on Sunday, December 10th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m..
