Local Notes: Credit Union quiz, King House on TV and Lough Key Classic
Martin Dolan, on behalf of Boyle Credit Union, makes a cheque presentation to Boyle Parochial School ahead of the national finals of the Credit Union Schools’ Quiz 2024 which will be held in the RDS, Dublin on Sunday, April 7th.
Two primary schools in Boyle have qualified for the national finals of the Credit Union Schools’ Quiz 2024 which will be held in the RDS, Dublin on Sunday, April 7th.
Boyle Parochial School has qualified in the U-13 age category while Abbey Primary School has reached the final in the U-11 age category. Both schools were winners of the local competition at which 20 teams from schools in the Boyle Credit Union common bond catchment area competed in each age category. They then went on to compete in the Chapter (regional) final in Carrick-on-Shannon where they overcame teams representing schools in counties Leitrim and Sligo, thus qualifying for the National Final.
It is an outstanding achievement for the team from the Parochial School, considering that they have an enrolment of only 27 pupils. They are a credit to their school principal Mardette Lynch and her staff and their quiz assistant Bernadette Lyons who have devoted so much time and effort into their preparations. They are bringing a bus load of supporters to the RDS for the event. The team consists of Badger McGowan, Emmanuel Abu Boahen, Domantas Bernatavicius and Kai Wynne.
Abbey Primary School is the recently amalgamated Scoil Chriost an Rí and St Joseph's BNS. These schools are no strangers to the national finals, having had teams reach that stage and perform with distinction there in the past. This year's team consists of Mia Kitroy, Kaylee McDermott Earley, James Duffy and Conor Flanagan. They are being ably coached by their teachers Fiona Keenan and Hugh Duffy and under the guidance of Michael Solan, Principal.
Boyle Credit Union is delighted with their achievements and is pleased to provide financial sponsorship to help defray the cost of refreshments and travel to Dublin.
Divine Mercy Devotions will be held in St. Joseph’s Church, Boyle, on Sunday, April 7th starting at 2 p.m. Confessions and adoration from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Holy Mass at 3 p.m., veneration of the Divine Mercy picture after Mass. All welcome.
Virgin Media’s Deric Haritgan from Ireland AM visited King House, Boyle last Tuesday where he recorded interviews with Tourism Officer Lisa Joy and tour guide, Mary Lavin. Also representing Roscommon County Council was Arts Officer, Rhona McGrath.
Deric and this team were most impressed by the exhibits on display and were suitably impressed by the extensive history showcased at the site.
Thank you to everyone in Boyle who contributed so generously to the recent church gate collection in aid of the Irish Pilgrimage Trust which brings young people with Special Needs to Lourdes. The total collected was €985.40 which has been handed over to the Trust. Many thanks for your continued support and a special thank you to Aidan and his team of collectors in Boyle.
The Lough Key Classic has become one of the top sportives in the northwest. The aim is to make the event on Sunday, May 12th as friendly as possible while taking in some of the fabulous landscapes in the area. Building on the great feedback from the 2023 Classic the Curlie Wheelers Cycling Club is pleased to offer the same two routes, 70km and 120km. Weather permitting the King of the Mountains option will be at the end of the second loop. (Please be aware there will be a time cut-off for KOTM, after which it will be unavailable) Both the 70km and 120km will be a figure of eight loops with a tea stop at halfway for both. More of the same and a hot meal at the finish line. Start and finish at the Sports Complex in Boyle - 120km starts at 9 a.m. / 70km at 9.30 a.m. 70/120km - €30 for CI license holders (+€20 for one day license if not a CI member). Over 18s event.
There are two free events coming up in Boyle Library. Rhyme & Sign Storytime with Claire Glynn takes place on Saturday April 6th at 10.30 a.m.. This is suitable for ages 0-5. To book a place, ring 071 9662800 or email boylelibrary@roscommoncoco.ie
Enhance your mobility in a friendly environment at a free four week chair yoga programme with Marese Cregg in Boyle Library, commencing on Thursday, April 11th at 2 p.m.. To book a place, ring 071 9662800 or email boylelibrary@roscommoncoco.ie
Boyle Golf Club is offering lessons for lady beginners. No equipment or experience necessary, six lessons with Golf Pro and members for €50 starting Wednesday, April 17th. There are two sessions 5.30-6.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m.-7.30 p.m.. Contact Bernie 087-2437364 .
Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children and adults who have an intellectual disability? Brothers of Charity Services Ireland, Homeshare Roscommon are recruiting host carers. Training and support provided. Tax exempt allowances paid. For further information email homeshareroscommon@bocsi.ie or phone Catherine on 090 6628500 / 087 2126607.
Ardcarne Parish Graveyards Committee is currently preparing a website. The committee would be very grateful if anyone who has any old photographs of Kileenan New or Old Graveyards would e- mail ardcarneparishgraveyards@gmail.com. The committee will contact you and return the originals pictures when scanned. Thanking you in anticipation.
