Local Notes: Charity concert, coffee morning for Hospice and recent deaths
Michael McHugh from The Plains Boyle,was relaxing at the recent Mohill Show. Pic: Gerry Faughnan
Boyle Group Scheme Ltd, Boyle, have the following vacancies on their Community Employment Scheme: general operatives, support worker, Citizens Information. No experience necessary. Training will be provided to support career development. The contract will be for a minimum of one year. For eligibility and further information, contact local Department of Social Protection, or email healyboylegroupscheme@gmail.com or telephone 086 1456519.
Mayo Roscommon Hospice are calling for people to host a coffee morning, afternoon or evening with family, friends or work colleagues on National Coffee morning for Hospice Thursday 25th September or on another date if suits you better. You can have a Drive By also if you wish-anything goes. You can register for your free pack online at https://www.hospice.ie/coffee/ - email info@hospice.ie. or call 09493 88666. Donations welcome online at www.hospice.ie. Please support.
The sudden passing on August 19th of Dylan Ward (15), Donegal Town was heard of in the Gurteen area with deep sadness. He was son of Daniel and Fiona (nee Murray), youngest in family of the late Frank Murray of Moydoo, Gurteen. Sincere sympathy is extended to his parents Daniel and Fiona, his sister Leah and relatives of the Murray and Ward families. May his gentle soul rest in Peace.
The death took place on August 19th of Michael McKeon, Deerpark. He was an uncle of Liz Flanagan, Killaraght. Sympathy to his wife Myra and family and all his relatives. May he rest in Peace.
Killaraght Community Centre will be officially opened next Sunday August 31 at 3 p.m. A celebration day for Killaraght and all are welcome. Music, refreshments. See Gurteen Parish Facebook for more details.
Open Day at Sligo College Tubbercurry (formerly North Connacht College) on Wednesday August 27 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. This is of interest to school leavers and adults returning to education. New course starts in September: special needs, assisting with Disability studies.
Mass will be celebrated in Mount Irwin Cemetery on Sunday September 7th at 5.30 p.m..
The Eastern Harps 50/50 draw held on Monday night August 18th was won by Lynda O'Connor c/o Roisin Dubh who won €602. The club appreciates all support . Next draw will be on August 18th.
The Annual Culfadda Walk in aid of North West Hospice takes place on Sunday, September 14TH. Starting at Culfadda Community Centre at 1 p.m.. Further details later. For information, call 087 167 6180.
One day pilgrimage, for our Cluster of Parishes, on Tuesday, September 9th. 30 seat bus departs Gurteen, opposite Centra carpark, 7.30 a.m. sharp. Pick up in Church carpark, Ballymote, at 7.50 a.m., to arrive by 10 a.m.. Boat crossing is10 minutes. Tea/coffee & scones on arrival; lunch - soup & sandwiches. Programme starts 10.20 to 4 p.m. Admission to Lough Derg is €50 (increased) plus €20 for the bus. Return directly (short stop Pettigo). Booking to fill the bus, please contact Bernie 087-4141156 www.loughderg.org
On Wednesday night August 27th, the group 'Rough and Ready' will perform in the Coleman Centre, Gurteen. The group are Fiachra Guihen, Jack Cahill and Dara Reynolds. Further information and tickets from 071- 9182599.
Gurteen Celtic jackpot of €2,500 was not won on Sunday August 17th. Numbers drawn were 7, 10, 25,28 and the winner of the €50 was Margaret O'Gara, Ballaghaderreen . Next week’s draw will be in The Dapper Duck, Gurteen for jackpot of €2600. The committee are most grateful for all support.
Bingo is held every Friday night at 8 p.m. in Gurteen Hall. Jackpot is at €2,900 in forty seven calls and the lotto jackpot is €750. The committee is most thankful for all the support.
Gurteen's Hooley in the Hall on Saturday September 27th in aid of Sligo Cancer Care and SHOUT. Music and songs by local talent. Guest star isPatrick Feeney. Tickets only event €25, includes entry to raffle for five big prizes. Book launch on the night of Lorraine Gallagher's ''Kitty''. Tickets on sale at Centra, O'Grady's and other outlets. Please support this worthy cause.
