Local Notes: Strokestown parkrun birthday, Writers' corner and Marriage jubilees

STROKESTOWN

PARKRUN CELEBRATING 5th BIRTHDAY

Strokestown parkrun is celebrating its 5th birthday and held its 147th run last weekend. Some of the participants were celebrating special parkrun milestones. Congratulations to Barry Lohan on his 100th parkrun and to Frances Doorly and Martina Farrell on their 50th parkrun. There was a wonderful atmosphere last weekend as the participants lapped the 5km course. It was a lovely dry crisp morning for the 54 participants, which included parkrun tourists from Mullingar, Lough Key and Longford. Lanesboro Tri Club was well represented as was Sliabh Ban Athletic Club. Well done to visitor Eiviltas Radavicius, first male and first lady was Therese Hanly of Lanesboro Tri Club. It was nice to see a few walkers enjoying the course. There was great stamina from the buggy handlers, Flynn, Esme and Bobbie enjoyed their rides with Bobbie giving a thumbs up each time he passed the finishing chute. All were delighted to see Ed Payne running after completing his Two Canal Challenge only a week ago, well done to Aaron Payne with a pb. Another super athlete Paddy Diffley had recently completed an Ironman in Cork and some long distance cycling in Hungary. Parkrun is back in the park on Saturday morning at 9.20 a.m.. Whether you run walk or jog you are welcome. It is a free 5km timed event. You just need to register www.parkrun.ie/register Print & bring along the barcode.

FLEADH COLLECTION

Roscommon has been allocated the hosting of the Connacht Fleadh 2024. Strokestown will be hosting the event. As part of a Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann fundraising drive for the event a church gate collection will be held in your area on the weekend of September 23rd and 24th. All donations will be very much appreciated.

WRITERS’ CORNER

Are you interested in writing? The new Strokestown Writers’ Corner meets in Strokestown Library on the second Friday of every month, 11.30 a.m. – 1 p.m. and is looking for new members. For further information contact writerscorner2023@gmail.com or strokestownlibrary@roscommoncoco.ie / (090) 6637227.

SUNDAY MASS

Sunday Mass at Kiltrustan Church on Sunday, September 24th is at 10 a.m..

SCDA FORTNIGHTLY DRAW

Results of the SCDA fortnightly draw held on September 5th. Numbers drawn - 2,6, 14, 23. One Match Three winner - Michael Corcoran, Curraghroe. The next draw is on Tuesday, September 19th. Thank you for your continued support.

LEGION OF MARY

The annual pilgrimage of the Legion of Mary will take place at Knock Shrine on Sunday, September 24th with ceremonies commencing at 2.30 p.m..

MARRIAGE JUBILEES

All couples celebrating the anniversary of their marriage, especially those marking their silver, ruby, golden and diamond anniversaries are invited to a Mass on Sunday, October 1st at 2.30 p.m., at St. Colmcille’s Church, Rathcormac, County Sligo, or to Mass on Sunday, October 15th 2023, at 2.30 p.m., at St. Mary’s Church, Ballygar, organised by the Diocese of Elphin. Mass will be followed by light refreshments. Please register your details at www.elphindiocese.ie.

LATE SISTER M. ANNUNCIATA FALLON

The death took place recently at Walmer House Nursing Home of Sister Mary Annunciata Fallon, S.R.N., of the Order of the Daughters of the Cross, Stoodley Knowle Convent, Torquay, England. A native of Fairymount, Kilrooskey, she was daughter of the late Mr Stephen Fallon and of the late Mrs Annie Fallon. The funeral will take place in England at a later date. She is survived by her brother, Michael; sister, Stephanie; sister-in-law, Breda; brother-in-law, David; nieces, nephews, aunt, Mrs Bridie Lannon (Ballinafad, Strokestown), her many cousins and the Sisters in her Religious Congregation to whom deepest sympathy is extended.

LATE MRS UNA PILKINGTON

The death took place recently at Four Ferns Nursing Home, Foxrock, County Dublin, of Mrs Winifred (Una) Pilkington (nee Madden) of Blackrock, County Dublin, wife of the late Mr Edward Pilkington. She was mother of Ms Justice Teresa Pilkington, a Judge of the Court of Appeal. A native of Caggle, Strokestown, she had previously resided in Wellington, New Zealand. She was predeceased by her brother, Mr Michael Madden (Caggle) and by her sisters, Miss Phyllis Madden (Caggle), Mrs Mary Jo Mullaney (Fourmilehouse), Mrs Bridie Coyle (Kilglass) and Mrs Gretta Snype (Derrane). The Funeral Mass takes place this Tuesday morning at the Church of St. Therese, Mount Merrion, and the interment follows in Shanganagh Cemetery, Shankill, County Dublin. She is survived by her son, Michael; daughters, Teresa, and Margaret; sister, Mrs Kathleen Whooley; grandchildren, Natasha, and Gregory; son-in-law, Colm; daughter-in-law, Sonia; nephews, nieces, extended family, and other relatives to whom deepest sympathy is extended.

LATE MR TOMMY DONNELLY

The death took place recently at Mullingar General Hospital of Mr Tommy Donnelly of Lake View, Cloongarvin, Strokestown. He was a member of an old-established farming family in the locality. Of a quiet and unassuming disposition, he was a popular member of his local community. News of his passing was heard of with deep regret among his relatives, neighbours and friends. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at the Church of St. Oliver Plunkett, Clooncraff (Half-Parish Church) and the interment followed in Clooncraff Cemetery. He is survived by his brother, Anthony; sister, Patsy, cousins and other relatives to whom deepest sympathy is extended.

AUTUMN CLASSES

The following evening classes have been organised at Roosky Community Centre for September and October: Flower Arranging, Smartphone Training, Art, and Cookery. Booking essential for numbers. Call or text Patricia 086 8534100 to book.

KILGLASS GAELS LOTTO

In the Kilglass Gaels Lotto held on September 16th, the numbers drawn were: 1, 11, 14, 16 , Bonus Number 3. There was no jackpot winner: There was one Match 3 number winner of €200, Susan Beirne, Next week’s jackpot €2,200 for four correct numbers, €6,200 for four correct numbers plus Bonus Number. Draw takes place in the clubrooms on Saturday, September 23rd. Play the weekly lotto online - link on club Facebook or www.clubforce.com.

PROGRESSIVE 25

Progressive 25 continues in Kilglass GAA Centre on Tuesdays at 9 p.m.. Last week’s winners: Joint 1st, Mickey Treacy, Peter Sheils, Seamus Murtagh; 2nd, Tommy Flynn. Raffle, Denny Mc Guire. New players welcome.

KILGLASS GAELS LADIES BONUS BALL

This week’s Kilglass Gaels Ladies Bonus Ball number was 41. Winners, Seamus Dooner and Kay Cox, €50 each.

BRIDGE LESSONS

Lessons for newcomers to bridge will commence at 7.30 p.m. on Thursday, September 28th at the Bridge Centre, Connolly Barracks, Longford. Intending participants may attend as a partnership of two persons or as individuals. To register your interest and for further information please call Ra at 086 2649 604 or you may attend on the evening.

COFFEE MORNING

Mayo Roscommon Hospice Coffee Morning takes place on September 21st at Evelyn Hanley’s Roosky; Cox’s Pub Roosky; Noel’s Pub Roosky; Tommy Gaffneys Shannon River Adventure; Mark McHughs, Aughoo; Mary Byrne’s, Legan Kilglass, and on September 26th at Roosky Community Centre from 11.30 a.m. – 1 pm.. All are welcome and all proceeds in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice. If you would like to donate to the Hospice Coffee Morning you may give your donation to any of the hosts in your local area.

ROOSKY/KILGLASS

LATE MR JAMES WILLIAM BOLTON

The death has occurred of Mr James William (Bill) Bolton, Main Street, Roosky. He will be sadly missed by his family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May his soul rest in peace.

FLEADH COLLECTION

Roscommon has been allocated the hosting of the Connacht Fleadh 2024. Strokestown will be hosting the event. As part of a Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann fundraising drive for the event a church gate collection will be held in your area on the weekend of September 23rd and 24th. All donations will be very much appreciated.