Local notes: Community games, Windmill Wheelers and Cavetown scheme
Callum Higgins who was the recipient of the Transition Year (TY-B) Student of the Year Award at the recent celebration to mark the graduation of the TY Class of 2024 at Elphin Community College. Callum is pictured with Ms Cullen, Principal and Mr O' Dowd, TY Coordinator.
Thanks to all of the children for competing for Elphin Community Games last Saturday in Ballyleague. A special well done to the two medalists Anna Martha & Laoise. Thanks to all of the parents who supported us on the day.
The death occurred on Saturday, May 25th, peacefully, after an illness borne with great dignity and fortitude, surrounded by her family, in the wonderful care of the staff at Roscommon Hospice, of Ms Henriette Klaussen, Chapel Street, Elphin. Henriette will be sadly missed by her loving sons, Kristoffer and Alexander and their father Val Mulvihill; mother, Tone; sister, Benedicte; Tone’s partner, Tore; grandchild, Katie, extended family, relatives and friends. Predeceased by her father Roy. May she rest in peace. Removal took place on Friday last from Brady’s Funeral Home, Elphin to Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan for committal.
Thank you to everyone who has given loans, donations and contributed on the gofundme page for Elphin Community Centre. The on-going support is greatly appreciated. Work has commenced on the centre and is progressing well. If you would like to contribute please contact Paddy on 086 3409892 or Det on 087 2484222.
A wool collection is underway with all proceeds going to Mayo/Roscommon Hospice. All wool must be dry and clean. Contact Ann Sheridan 086 8163429.
Bingo continues every Monday at 8.30 p.m. in An Bothar Rua at 8.30 p.m..Jackpot is €720.
Recent competition results: 1st, Ethna Drudy and Kitty Harrington; 2nd ,Anne Lenehan and Angela McGrath; 3rd ,Kathleen Loftus and Kathleen Reynolds; 4th, Emily and Brendan Leonard; 5th, Eithne Cryan and Ann Fingleton. Player of the year results: 1st, Angela McGrath; 2nd, Anne Lenehan; 3rd, Margaret Quinn; 4th, Eithne Cryan; 5th, Mary Finneran. Well done to all winners.
Become a home sharing family and offer support to an individual with an intellectual disability. Contact 087 212 6607.
Windmill Wheelers Sportive will take place on June 9th. This initiative is part of this year's leisure series events, designed to inspire cyclists of all skill levels to hop on their bikes and embark on a journey to explore the province on two wheels in the upcoming months. Enquires to windmillwhelers@gmail.com.
Opening times are Friday - Sunday 12 noon to 4 p.m.. Large group mid-week tours can be organised by contacting the Windmill on 085 8700961 or email elphinwindmill1740@gmail.com
Traditional music, song and dance sessions continue every Tuesday starting at 8 p.m.. Everyone is very welcome. Next singing session will be on Sunday , June 30th at 8.30 p.m.. All welcome.
Elphin Day Centre continues to provide meals on wheels. If anyone wishes to avail of this service please ring 0719635566 or 0876803675.
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The death took place on Monday, May 27th, of Fr. William J. (Billy) Farrell, Glasthule, Dublin. He was former parish priest of Glasthule. Fr. Billy's mother was Kathleen Sharkey, of Ardmore, Croghan. He often visited Croghan and celebrated Mass in Croghan Church. His funeral Mass took place on Friday, May 31st in St. Joseph's Church, Glasthule. Fr. Billy will be sadly missed by his sisters, brother, extended family and his many cousins in Croghan and Ballinameen.
Windmill Players present Brian Friel's "Dancing at Lughnasa" at the Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo on Friday and Saturday, June 14th/15th. The Windmill Players are kindly donating the proceeds from Friday night's show to the "Dom's Wish" fundraiser, to support the late Dominic Keenehan's wife, Orla McDermott Keenehan and children. Tickets priced €15 may be purchased online at hawkswell.com. This promises to be a very entertaining night and all support will be greatly appreciated. Doors open at 7.30 p.m. and show at 8 p.m..
Last week's winner of the Shannon Gaels GAA club's 50/50 draw was Joyce Mullen (Boyle) who won €1,380. Michael Murtagh was winner of €50 (online entries). To enter see www.5050draw.ie. Envelopes also available in local businesses. All support much appreciated.
IN PATRICIAN HALL Bingo takes place in the Patrician Hall, Cortober on Sundays at 8 p.m.. All welcome.
There are two vacancies for General Operatives. On the Cavetown CE Scheme. Duties will include the upkeep of all amenity areas, grass cutting, strimming, hedge trimming, litter and weed control, upkeep of flowerbeds and shrubs and landscaping. General maintenance will include repairs to fencing and stone walls, painting and decorating. This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. Community Employment rates apply. Eligibility to participate on a CE Scheme is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and applicants must also be in receipt of a qualifying Irish social welfare payment for one year or more. Should you wish to apply for this CE vacancy, you must call in to your local Intreo officer first to have your eligibility checked. If you are eligible then please send your CV with PPS Number by email to cavetownresidents@outlook.com or by post to Mr Oliver Donagher c/o Cavetown Residents Development Company CLG, Lisdaly, Croghan, Boyle, F52 V960. Closing date for applications is June 28th. Please ring 087 775 0556 or 071 966 8117 if you require any further information.
Thank You for making the fundraiser in The Four Provinces on May 24th such a success. All proceeds raised go to Vincentian Lay Missionaries (VLM), projects in Masanga, Tanzania.
