Bailieborough News. May 19th 2025. Matthew J. Cullen
Congratulations: Congratulationsare extended to the pupils of St. Felims National School, The Vale who made their first Communion in St. Annes Church on Saturday last. Thanks to their teachers for all their hard work, to their parents and guardians and to the Parish Pastoral Assistant, Andrea Connolly.
Well Done: Well done to local girl, Hannah Gilsenan—Bailieborough Shamrocks player and a member of the Cavan team, who defeated Down in the Ulster Intermediate final on Sunday last.
Bailieborough Walking Group:Wednesday 21st May – Vale/Drumenaspic Walk. (Moderate) Walk 1.5-2hrs approx. Walk commences at 7.15pm at the Hideout pub on the Canningstown/Cootehill Road. A82HK02.
Wednesday 28th May – Dartry Forest, Cootehill
(Moderate) Walk 1.5hrs approx. Leaving Tesco Carpark, Bailieborough at 6.45pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm. Meet at the carpark on the Cootehill to Rockcorry Road R188. 1km from Cootehill on the right before Abbott’s factory.
All welcome.
Regretted Death:
The death has occurred of Rose O’Reilly (née Clarke), Ballinamoney, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Tuesday, the 13th May 2025 peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, following a short illness. Rose was predeceased by her parents Eileen and Matt, her brothers P.J. and Denis, and her sister Mary.
Beloved wife of Jack and cherished mother to Damien (Tricia), Francis (Louise), Louise (Declan), Raymond (Joanne), and Deborah (Garret). Rose will be deeply missed by her 15 adored grandchildren. Rose will be sadly missed by her sisters Nuala, Geraldine, Colette, Martina, Claire, and Carmel, her brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, neighbours, and a wide circle of friends.
May She Rest in Peace
Rose’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday 15th May. in St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker and afterwards, Rose’s remains were laid to rest in Moybologue New Cemetery.
Bridge: Bridge will resume on Tuesday, October 7th at 7 o’clock in the Bailie Hotel. New members always welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: We are delighted to announce that the club has been awarded the FAI Club Mark Entry Level Award.
The goal of the programme is to support and encourage clubs to improve standards off the field with the aim of stronger clubs and ultimately a stronger game.
Thank you to Graham Kane from the FAI for his support throughout the process.
This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work of our committee and coaches with a special thank you to our Club Secretary, Kieran Kenny, for his hard work getting this over the line.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of John Clarke, Corrodoagh, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough.
John Clarke, Corrodoagh, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, passed away on Saturday, 17th May, 2025, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by his family.
Deeply regretted by his loving wife Eileen, son Conor, sisters Kitty, Mary and Bernadette, brother Phil, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
May He Rest In Peace
John’s Funeral Mass took place in Knockbride West Church, Tunnyduff on Monday 19th May and afterwards John’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
Trip to ‘Bloom’: Bailieborough Garden Centre are organising a trip to ‘Bloom’ in Dublin’s Phoenix Park on Friday, May 30th 2025. Cost is €50, which includes return bus journey and entry into ‘Bloom’. If interested, please contact Eilish on 086 827 3470 for further information.
Blessing of the Graves: The following are the dates and times of the Blessing of the Graves in Killann Parish: Killann: Saturday, August 16th at 5.00pm. Shercock: Sunday, August 17th following the 11.30am Mass and Bailieborough : Sunday, September 7th at 12 noon.
Mary’s Meals, Ireland: will hold a Church Gate collection, next weekend, May 24th and 25th. Your support would be greatly appreciated. They feed more than 2.6 million children, each school day in 16 of the world’s poorest countries. €22 will feed a child in their place of education for a whole school year. With at least 93% of all donations going directly to their charitable activities. For more information, please go to www.marysmeals.ie or call Patricia on 086 314 0814.
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.
Bailieborough Library: The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Marion Whearty (née Carolan)
Windemere Ave., Inbhear Mor Park, Arklow, Wicklow.
Marion Whearty (née Carolan), Windemere Avenue, Inbhear Mór Park, Arklow, Co. Wicklow and formerly of Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, passed away on Saturday, 10th May 2025, suddenly at her home. Marion loving mother of John Paul, Síobhán and Allison, cherished nana of Arden, Flynn and Emmie, dearly loved daughter of Mary and the late John, dearest sister of Peter and Yvonne. Marion will be sadly missed by her son, daughters, mother, grandchildren, brother, sister, daughter-in-law Barbara, son-in-law Jason, Allison’s partner Mark, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends.
Marion’s Funeral Mass took place at The Church of Saints Mary and Peter, Arklow on Friday, May 16th , followed by cremation in Mount Jerome Crematorium, Harold’s Cross, Dublin.
Marion’s ashes will be interred at a later date, in Kingscourt, Co. Cavan.
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: 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.
Bailiebororough Drama Group:
Following the incredible success of ‘Dying Minutes’ hosted earlier this year, we are delighted to announce that Bailieborough Drama Group will return to the Bailieborough Shamrock’s Clubhouse to perform the gripping and darkly comedic play on Friday, June 6th at 8.00pm.
Already sold out in the Ramor Theatre, this provides an opportunity to see the cast you all know and love to see perform in the unique setting of Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA.
Tickets cost €15 (excl booking fee) and are available from the club.
Come along for an evening of entertainment and high energy in this darkly comedic play by Henry Hudson.
East Cavan Gaels: East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club News 19th May 2025:
Senior; Lory Meagher Cup round 5. Cavan 1-10 Leitrim 2-15.
A much changed starting fifteen went down to Leitrim in the final round but the main job of qualifying for the final, and, avoiding the potential banana skin of a game v New York in the semi has been achieved and all attention now moves to the final in two weeks time in Croke Park against either the Big Apple side or Monaghan who came through second on Saturday last.
Club senior training in Killinkere on Mondays at 8. The Monaghan senior league begins the first week of June, fixtures likely next week.
U8/10/12/14/16/18;
County U17s have a do or die fixture against Fermanagh on Saturday next, where a win will qualify them for an All Ireland Final. Best wishes to all and to our ECGHC men on the panel.
County U15s continue to go well also.
Club U14s began their Tain Og league with a draw v Lisnaskea in an entertaining game on Monday last. They host Monaghan Harps again on the 3G on Monday next.
The week ahead;
Thursday; U12/14/16 training 7-8pm astro. €3 each.
Saturday; New York v Monaghan, Lory Meagher Cup semi-final.
County U17s v Fermanagh time/venue tbc.
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18 Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 220614.
Lavey Ladies Fun Run – Walk:
Lavey Ladies Gaelic 4 Mothers and Others are hosting their 10k /5K Fun Run-Walk on Sunday 25th May starting at 12pm. Registration from 11am at Lower Lavey Community Centre, H12 TE26.
Adult €10, Child €5 and Family €20.
Light refreshments afterwards in the Community Centre.