Bailieborough News. November 4th 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.

Go Fund Me: A message from Lorraine Harris, SuperValu, Bailieborough:To some of our customers who might not be aware, our valued long-standing colleague Majella Kierans recently received the devastating news that her only child Alison was diagnosed with a brain tumour.

This came as an awful shock to Alison, Majella and their family and friends. We have had so many customers offering support and wanting to help. We thank you so much.

We have decided with her families blessing to set up a Go Fund me page to help alleviate the financial burden that lies ahead and make Alison and Majella’s journey as stress free as possible, so they can focus on recovery and healing.

Donations can be made by visiting, the Alison Fisher , Go Fund Me page on Facebook.

Old Films or Photographs Wanted: Director of the award winning film, ‘The Man Who Wanted to Fly’ Frank Shouldice, is working on his next documentary with yet another Bailieborough element. He is eager to get primarily old film and old photographs depicting the town of Bailieborough from the late 1960s through to the 1980s.

Of interest are the following:

Images of Main Street, the Pop Inn Chipper (now the Market Stall), the West End Bar or the Hideout. The interior of any pub life in the town and the Oasis Nightclub Carrickmacross. Or anything relevant to the above from the era described would be much appreciated. Contact anyone in Bailieborough Heritage Society, photographs can be scanned and promptly returned. Or you can contact Frank direct on The Man Who Wanted To Fly Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/WantedToFlyFilm

Pre-Loved Toy Sale: Declutter and Donate your unwanted Toys and Books(in good condition) by dropping them into The Community Centre on on Monday, November 11th and Wednesday, November 13th between 6.00pm and 8.00pm. The pre-loved ‘Toy Sale’ will take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road on Saturday, November 16th between 12 noon and 3.00pm. All proceeds are going to the St. Vincent DePaul, Bailieborough and Bailieborough Cancer Comfort. All welcome.

Tunnyduff Annual Tractor Run: Tunnyduff Annual Tractor Run will take place on Sunday, 10th November. Registration in Tunnyduff Community Centre at 10.30am, run leaves at 12 noon, €20 entry fee. All types of vehicles welcome. Refreshments served, raffle on the day. Proceeds in aid of Cootehill Cancer Care.

A Message from Tony Gregory: Just want to say,  now that Halloween is over, many thanks to,  Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA,  OT Bailieborough, Bailieborough Leisure Centre, Bailieborough Christmas Lights, Bailieboro Celtic Afc,  Bailieboro run, walk, crawl, swim cycle kayak coffee,  Bailieborough Mid Summer Festival and Town Events. Bailieborough Heritage Society, Clarkes, Bailieborough, Jamesons Bailieborough ,a huge Well Done and thank you for the scary walk. Link credit union Bailieborough. All Ty students .Amanda Kelly, .the Pigs Tale .dj Garreth .The Workshop Dance Academy .All the scarers , Mags Gregory and Kate Kelly, my family,Eugene Brady, Malcolm and Fiona Gargan,  Jim Crosbie,  Seamus Rahill, Leah Gregory, Mark Laird, Caroline Clarke and family.  Bailieborough as a community, well done !!Over 1,000 people got spooked and if I missed anyone I will personally thank you.  

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Ena Byrne (née Smith), Bailieborough, Cavan. Ena passed away on Monday, the 28th October 2024 peacefully at Fairlawns Nursing Home, Bailieborough. Ena was predeceased by her husband Vincent and son P.J.

Deeply regretted by her daughter-in-law Philomena, granddaughter Donna and Donna’s partner Troy, great grandchildren Micah and Quinn, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Ena’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Saturday, November 2nd and afterwards, Ena’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.

Bridge Results: Tuesday,  22nd October 2024: First, Noreen Maguire and Betty Olwell. Second, Teresa O’Reilly andJoy Jameson. Third, Olive Kellett and Rosaleen Keegan.Best Gross, Joy Jameson and Teresa O’Reilly.  Bridge takes place every Tuesday night in the Bailie Hotel. Start Time is 7pm sharp. New Members Welcome.

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, November 12th  in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.

Christmas Carols: By the newly formed Killann Chorus, formerly known as ‘Hardtimes’–on Thursday, December 19th at 8.00pm in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough. Donations on the night towards, ‘Alison Fisher’s Go Fund Me. Choir practice takes place in St. Annes Church on Monday’s at 7.30pm. Past and new members are very welcome. No experience neccessary.

Bailieborough Bowls: Indoor bowls have recommenced in the Bailieborough Community Centre on Wednesday’s at 8pm. Tuition is available free of charge and membership is open to all members of the community.

Photo Calender: It’s time to get planning Clarke’s 2025 Calendar and this year’s theme is Cute and Cuddly Pets! Send us a cute and cuddly picture of your pampered pooches, pretty kitties, glam guinea pigs or any fluffy friend to info@clarkesbailieborough.ie to be in with a chance of featuring in next year’s calendar. The closing date for images is Friday 8th November 2024.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: ‘Trips and Travel’ an exhibition of artwork by Pat McCabe takes place in Bailieborough Library on Saturday, November 9th  at 2.30pm. Limited edition signed prints will be available to purchase. Raffle and refreshments, also. Everyone welcome.  

The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd  Committee is available to help Cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.

First Communion Dates 2025: St. Annes, Saturday, May 10th, St. Felim’s (The Vale), Saturday, May 17th and Shercock, Saturday, May 3rd. All Masses at 11.00am.

Bailieborough Library:  

The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Delighted to get the great news this morning that we have been granted €23,732 for upgrades to our Clubhouse. Thanks to Sean, Gavin and everyone else who helped for their hard work in securing this funding.

Bailieborough Shamrocks LGFA are preparing for the 2025 season. We are looking for volunteers and coaches for all age grades. No experience required, however there is garda vetting/ safeguarding/ coach mentoring which will be facilitated by our club.

Bailieborough Creative Hub: Bailieborough Creative Hub presents, Juliana Gilbride, solo art exhibition entitled ‘The Stories They Could Tell’ in Bailieborough Library on Thursday, November 21st at 7.30pm. Everyone welcome.   

Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome. 

 East Cavan Swim Club: The Annual General Meeting of the East Cavan Swim Club will take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road on Thursday, November 7th at 8.00pm. Please come along and support!

Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. .No appointment is necessary. Next month’s date is Wednesday,

Team Hope ‘Shoebox Appeal’: “ Closing date for Team Hope shoebox appeal is 10th November. For further information or shoebox collections, please contact local coordinators Hazel 0879903520 or Edna on 0876300207. Your support will be greatly appreciated.

Walk, Jog or Run: Hello all,  just an invite to anyone out there on Monday evenings for the winter.  We are having a run, walk or jog at 7pm from the Chapel car park, Lake Shore Bailieborough. No charge, no fee ! All welcome, new and old.  Well lit up route, exercise, stretch before and after.  Meet new friends and give it a try.

Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club has returned to Bailieborough Library on Wednesday’s and Friday’s. Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your children!

Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.

St. Vincent De Paul: Required Urgently: We are looking for shopping bags!!If anybody has some spare shopping bags , that they don’t use, please donate to our shop. To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.

East Cavan Gaels:

East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club News 4th November 2024

Senior;

Ulster JCHC: East Cavan Gaels 6-10– Omagh 1-14.

A fantastic performance from the lads in their debut in Ulster Club Championship on Saturday last in Kingspan Breffni. They now move into the semi final where they will play Antrim champions Rasharkin.

Full report on the ECGHC app!

U8/10/12/14/16/18;

Club training this Monday 7-8pm while 13/14 year olds have county trials in Kingspan Breffni for the next month on Mondays also for the County U15 side next year. After School Hurling returns this week also.

The week ahead:

Monday’s; Club U12 training 7-8pm on astro. Seniors 8-9pm. Cavan U15, 2025 trials, Kingspan Breffni 3G 6.15-7.15 11th/18th/25th November.

Wednesday; Indoor hurling Shercock AC U9 4pm, U10/12 5pm.

Friday; Mullagh TBC by text

Saturday; U8 1pm, U10/12 2pm.

 Save the dates!!

Our ever popular table quiz will return on Friday 29th November in Nixys, The Square Bar in Bailieborough. Businesses or individuals who wish to support us are welcome to do so. Contact Kathryn 087 2441371.

Meanwhile we are delighted to announce that we will have a presentation Dinner Dance to recognise the outstanding achievement of winning our first ever Senior Championship on Saturday February 1st 2025 in The Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough.

Club contacts;

U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.

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