Bailieborough News. June 26th 2023 . Matthew J. Cullen.

Killann Parish: Congratulations to our former Curates, Fr. Johnnie Cusack who celebrated his 60th Anniversary of ordination, to  Fr Eamonn Lynch who celebrated his priestly Golden Jubilee last weekend and to Fr John Cooney and Fr John McMahon who celebrated their 40th Anniversary of ordination.

 Parish Walk and Gathering: Sunday, July 23rd; The Parish Pastoral Council has designated Sunday, July 23rd as a Parish Day. People are invited to meet at the Community Centre at 1.30pm to participate in a leisurely 3km Walk from the Community Centreto the Brothers Graves in the wood and back again to the Community Centre for refreshments. Those who can’t participate in the walk are invited to the Community Centre for refreshments, music and chat at 3.oopm. This invitation is open to all age groups and all in our Parish community. Please let people know and reach out the hand of friendship to those who may need transport.

Baìleboro Community School : The Board of Management would like to thank Dr. John Keane and his wife Suzanne Kelly—a daughter of Captain James Kelly, for there kind donation of a large mahogany board table, a safe and a collection of books for the School Library. A big thank you to Board of Management member, Kevin Carolan for arranging the swift move.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: 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.

Art Exhibition: An exhibition of paintings and woodwork by Robert ‘Bobby’ Coote—’The Man who wanted to Fly’, will take place in Bailieborough Library on this Thursday evening, June 29th at 7.00pm. All welcome.

Bailieborough Walking Group: 

Wednesday, June 28th: Tower of Lloyd, Kells. Co. Meath: Medium Walk, approx. 1.5hrs. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.30pm. Meet at Spire, R163, Oldcastle Road out of Kells. Walk commences at 7.15pm. All Welcome.

Blessing of the Graves, 2023: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 3rd at 12 noon.

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Killann Old Cemetery on Saturday, August 19th at 7.00pm and the Blessing of the Graves will take place at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Shercock on Sunday, August 20th, immediately after 11.30am, Mass. 

Bailieborough Craft Group: Our Craft Group takes place every Friday morning in the Library.  Looking forward to seeing all the ladies! New members are very welcome – we would love to see you!

Drop in anytime between 10.30am and 12.30pm in the Library.

Bailieborough Library: Are you minding children in your home?? Childminder and Children story time and rhyme morning on at Library on Wednesday, June 28th,   11am-11.45am. Free bookbag for all attendants. A great opportunity to meet other childminders in the area. Phone 042 9665779 for further details.

‘Get Crafty’ 2 day FREE workshop at the Library on Thursday 4th July and Friday 5th July from 2.30pm-4.30pm. Open to all children over 8 years. Places are limited and booking essential at 042 9665779.

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 Thursday of each month on Thursday July 6th 2023 from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.

FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!

Regretted Death:  Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Margaret, daughter Clare, son-in-law Cathal, grandchildren Meabh and Philip, surviving sister Frances, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends on the death of Philip Connolly, Kingscourt Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away on Monday, 19th  June 2023,  peacefully at home, surrounded by his family. Philip was  predeceased by his son Sean and loving brothers and sisters. Philip’s Funeral and Cremation took place on Thursday, June 22nd at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.  

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic advanced to the next round of the Fitzsimons Cup after they came out 5-1 winners against Termonfeckin Celtic at The Vale on last Friday evening.

St. Vincent De Paul: 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.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Congratulations and well done to the Shamrocks under 15 Camogie Girls who won the Feile competition by defeating Arklow in the final by the scoreline, Bailieborough 3-04 v 1-03 Arklow . Great memories made for these exceptional young ladies at Féile in Carlow. Many thanks to the team’s  sponsors, parents, club and community for your tremendous support, but most of thanks to the management and the players for their hard work, dedication and determination. Well done girls!!

Also congratulations and well done to the Shamrocks Under 12 girls side who won the Spring League Division 5 title by defeating Crosserlough in the final.

Bailieborough Red Cross: Please support Bailieborough Red Cross.

We have been selected as one of the Charities in the Tesco Store.

We are currently fund raising to buy 2 new defibrillators to replace the current defibrillators at Day Break and The Carry Out.

Please support this Tesco Token Collection.

Ten years ago, Bailieborough Red Cross supplied two public access defibrillators and heated wall mounted cases. As these machines are now at the end of their useful lives and spares and servicing are no longer available, they need to be replaced. The Tesco Community Funds will help add to our fundraising efforts.

Bailieborough Model School: Parents Association: The Parents Association, would like to thank the Principal, teacher’s, staff, parents, pupils and the community of Bailieborough for supporting our fundraisers over the school year. With the support and generosity of everyone we were able to provide several opportunities and events for the children of The Model School.

New playground equipment was recently purchased and installed in our school yard for children of all classes to enjoy. We hope children get plenty of enjoyment and fun from these. Big thank you to everyone.  

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sister Gladys (Derby), nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and many friends on the death of Violet Jane Clarke (nee Smyth), Derby, England and late of Wilton, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away peacefully in Derby on the 4th  November 2022 in her 90th  year. Violet was predeceased by her husband Sam (Bracklin), brothers Bobby and Cecil and nephew Derek.

Violet’s ashes were interred in Bailieborough Parish Church graveyard on Saturday the 24th June beside her beloved husband Sam.

Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.:  

 Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!

Walk, Jog or Run:  Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome.  Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome. 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –  

Club contacts;

7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.

U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.