Bailieborough News. June 9th 2025. Matthew J. Cullen.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: The restored Bailieborough Bridewell has been shortlisted for the RIAI Public Choice Award – a national award for Ireland’s favourite building or public space in 2025. You can vote here: https://www.riai.ie/public-choice-award-poll/
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, 11th June -Lough an Leagh: (Moderate) Walk 1.5-2hrs (Approx) Meeting at the Picnic Area on Lough an Leagh at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, 18th June – Dromore Walk: (Moderate) Walk 1.5hrs approx. Meeting at Urcher Graveyard Carpark (off the Virginia Road) at 7.15pm. All welcome.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Pat Carolan, Srahan, Bailieborough, Cavan / Tierworker, Meath.
Pat Carolan, Srahan, Tierworker, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Sunday, 1st, June 2025, peacefully at the residence of John and Margaret Rogers.
Pat was predeceased by his parents Patrick and Annie, brothers Vincent and Edmund and sisters Gretta and Ann.
Deeply regretted by his sister Mary Brady (Lisnabuntry, Virginia), brother Matthias (New York), nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends.
Pat’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker on Wednesday, June 4th with cremation afterwards in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday, June 17th , 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: Wishing the very best of luck to Bailieboro Celtic U14 players Liam Filby, Ethan McCann, Cormac Doherty and Alex Moloney, who are representing the CMUL in the prestigious Kennedy Cup at the University of Limerick this week along with our club secretary Kieran Kenny who is coaching the team.
Congratulations to Bailieboro Celtic U10 boys on winning the Shield competition at the Torro Tournament over the June bank holiday weekend.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Kevin Clarke, Drumbannon, Bailieborough, Cavan and Middlesex, England.
Kevin Clarke, Middlesex, London and formerly of Drumbannon, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Sunday, 1st June 2025, peacefully after a long illness. Predeceased by his parents Aodh and Marie, his brother Aidan, sisters Monica and Mary.
Sadly missed by his loving wife Sharon, son Lee, daughter Kelly, grandchildren, sisters Eileen, Carmel, Ann, Bernadette, Rosaleen and Breda, brothers Joe and Martin, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
May He Rest In Peace
Kevin’s Funeral will take place on Tuesday, 17th June at 3pm at Breakspere Crematorium, East Wing HA4 7SJ.
Bailieborough School of Music: is now enrolling students for the new school year, for Recorder, Flute, Trumpet, Saxaphone, Clarinet and Guitar, subject to student members and teacher availability. If you have a son/daughter or know of anyone interested, please contact us by email at bboro.som@gmail.com or phone Geraldine on 086 1706 351 with the student’s name, date of birth and instrument choice.
Samaritans: The Samaritans wish to thank kindly the parishioners of Bailieborough, Shercock and Killann for their kind support last weekend. It was a great collection and is very much appreciated. Your support helps us to keep prooviding our service to those in emotional distress—it is a tough time for a great number of people in our communities at this time. Thank you all.
‘The Sepsis Warriors: The ‘Sepsis Warriors’ will be hosting a a Support and Awareness group session in St. Annes Park, GAA Clubhouse next week.
This incredible group have been doing trojan work over the last number of months highlighting how devestating this preventable disease can have on people, families and communities.
They have also brought their fight to Leinster House, explaining the basic requirements Government need to do in order to save lives.
This session provides a safe and confidential space for anyone who has been directly or indirectly impacted by Sepsis and where you can be provided with impactful support.
The event will take place on next Tuesday 17th June in Bailieborough Shamrocks Clubhouse from 8pm – 9pm.
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: ‘Byte and Brew’ is a new project which helps people learn to use technology in a friendly environment. Classes will run for 4 weeks, with each class lasting 3 hours. Refreshments are provided. You are encouraged to help one another as well as learning from the tutor.
Classes will take place in Bailieborough Library from the 25th of June.
Please note: you will need to bring your own smartphone.
For more information contact your local library, or to book a place contact Ceinwen on 087 0687841 or ceinwenfergus@cmetb.ie
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
‘Link Credit Union–‘Step -Up Grants’: Link Credit Union have launched their ‘Step-Up-Grant’ competition for 6th class pupils, starting secondary school in September. They have 10 x €200 worth of prizes to give away to help towards the cost of secondary school expenses. Simply pick up an application form in any Link Credit Union office or download it from www.linkcu.ie The closing date is June 13th.
Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
Cavan Sports Partnership: Bailieborough Urban Outdoor Adventure
Initiative .
Delighted to announce details of a wide range of activities starting in June as
part of the Bailieborough UOAI programme.
There is Paddleboarding for Teens and Adults, Kayaking for Teens and Adults,
Outdoor Circuits, Try a Tri, Learn to Cycle for Kids and Forest Camps also.
Places limited and pre-registration essential.
To book a place on these programmes visit our website using the link below
https://cavansportspartnership.ie/events/
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.
Chair Yoga Classes: Thursdays from 2.30 to 3.30pm and Fridays 11.00am to 12pm at ‘7th Heaven’ Holistic Healing Space, Anne Street, Bailieborough. Join us for a gentle stretch and relax time in good company as part of your self care. Enquiries/booking: Patricia Crimin at 086 3679 162.
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.
East Cavan Gaels: East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club News 9th June 2025
Senior;
Monaghan SHL round 1.
East Cavan Gaels 2-14, Inniskeen 2-21.
A highly entertaining first round encounter in the splendid surroundings of Knockbride on Wednesday to get the league season up and running. Shorn of some of our county stars recuperating after the Lory Meagher heroics, the lads set about the reigning champions in a repeat of last years final. With a number of younger lads and some returnees the lads put in a good performance, Inniskeens late burst of 1-02 saw them over the line but our lads can be happy with their nights work. Onwards to round 2 away to Truagh Gaels in North Monaghan next week.
Special thanks to Knockbride GFC for the use of their fine facilities, their pitch is top class for hurling.
U12/14/16/18; Hard luck to the county U17s who went down to Louth in the Tom Hogan Cup Final in the Celtic Challenge in Kingspan Breffni on Saturday last. Down a few men from injuries and exams the lads still put it up to their opponents. Well done to all for another good season at underage. Some of our men will move to club senior and county U20 for 2026, always a good sign.
No training for these groups this week, we’ll return when the exams are mostly done next week.
Nursery/U8/10; Our smaller lads, who usually do most of their work indoors, will return outdoors for a four week initial run on the astro at Bailieboro Celtic from this coming Saturday 14th June from 3.30-4.30. Anyone from everywhere is very welcome to join our crew. Open to both boys and girls, equipment supplied. €3 each please as normal. Fun guaranteed!!
Exams time; Continued best wishes to all our men as they continue their Junior and Leaving Cert exams this coming week. No training for you!
The week ahead;
Monday’s; Senior training, Killinkere 8pm
Wednesday; No 12/14/16 this week, exams. Monaghan SHL rd 2 Truagh Gaels away 7.30pm.
Saturday; Under 8 and Under 10 astro at Bailieboro Celtic AFC 3.30-4.30. €3 each.
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.