Poetry Day: Poetry Day Ireland is on Thursday, May 1^st an we’re very excited about the event we have planned.

Join us this Thursday for FREE May Day Poetry Readings in Bailieborough Library. Beginning at 6.30pm there will be a showcase of images and poems produced by participants of our Poetry Photo Walk with Suella Wynne and Poetry Workshop with Mairéad Donnellan.

Following the showcase there will be readings by Mairéad Donnellan, Paddy Halligan and Ethan Kelly at Bailieborough Library. Free admission. All welcome.

Bailiebororough Tidy Towns: The Bailiebororough Tidy Towns committee now need volunteers  to help  put up hanging baskets and to help water those baskets. A vehicle with a tow bar is needed for this task. We would appreciate any help you can give us.

Contact Bernie Rahill at Turning Heads Hair Salon on  086 8358230 or any Tidy Town’s committee member.

Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm on Monday evenings. New members are very welcome to join.

Bridge: The results for Tuesday, April 15^th  are:

First: Margaret Carolan and Bríd Murray.

Second:Tony Carolan and Marie McNicholas.

Third: Rosaleen Mackey and Rosena Jordan.

Best Gross;Margaret Carolan and Bríd Murray.

Bridge every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Bailie Hotel. New members always welcome. 

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Ann P Brady (née Greally),

Kells Road, Bailieborough, Cavan / Ballygar, Galway.

Ann P Brady née Greally, Kells Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and formerly of St. Brendan’s, Ballygar, Co. Galway passed away on Monday, 21^st  April 2025, peacefully in the loving care of the wonderful staff of Med 5, Cavan General Hospital.

Ann was predeceased by her husband Pat, her parents Annie and John, sisters Mary and Peggy, brothers Mattie and Michael and her son-in-law Joe Flannery.

Ann will be forever loved and sadly missed by her daughter Veron Flannery, son Fergal and daughter-in-law Denise, daughter Eimear and partner Kevin, her grandchildren Finola, Ross, Clíodhna, Tadhg, Nessa and Fionn, great grandchildren Seánie, Síofra, Ffion, Sadhbh, Frankie and Siún, her nephews, niece, extended family, friends and neighbours.

Ann’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Friday, April 25^th and afterwards, Ann’s remains were laid to rest  in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

Bailieborough Community Hub presents: ‘Thrive Together’–A community Wellness Day. A day of Renewal, Reflection and Refocus, takes place on Saturday, May 10^th from 10.00am to 4.00pm, at the Bailieborough Courthouse and Bridewell. Booking is essential!! Please email: bailieboroughcreativehub@gmail.com or call Caroline at 087 176 2628. Free workshop suitable for over 18’s.

Lough Derg Holy Year Pilgrimage: One day retreat organised by Saint Vincent DePaul will take place on Sunday, May 4^th. Bus leaving Bailieborough Community Centre at 7.30am. For further information and booking, please contact John on 086 055 4578 or Pat on 086 063 5856.

New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. 

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday, May 6^th , 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.

Cavan Sports Partnership: New Stand up Paddleboarding Programmes for Teens and Adults, Coming to Bailieborough!

Teens 6 week programme starting Tuesday 6^th  May from 6pm-7pm at Town Lake, Bailieborough.

Adult 6 week programme starting Tuesday 6^th  May from 7.15pm-8.15pm at Town Lake Bailieborough

Limited Places Available and Pre Registration essential.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Kate Jane O’Reilly, Corodoagh, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.

The death has occurred of Kate Jane O’ Reilly, Corodoagh, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Friday 25^th  April 2025, peacefully in the care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital.

Kate Jane was recently predeceased by her brother Eugene, parents, brothers Pat and Benny and her sister Marion.

Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her nephews Jim, Gene, Vincent, Declan and her niece Annamarie, grand nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Kate Jane’s Funeral Mass took place in St.Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West on Sunday, April 27^th and afterwards, Kate Jane’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

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.

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: Directed by Fergal Donnelly,  Bailieborough Drama Group is delighted to present their production of  ‘A&E’ in the Ramor Theatre on Thursday 29^th  and Friday 30^th  May at 8pm. Featuring a few familiar faces and some fresh ones too!!

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 28th April 2025

Senior; Lory Meagher Cup round 3; Cavan 3-24 Lancashire 2-14.

Another good result as Cavan continued their impressive start. A wee break before a semi final fixture away to Longford in two weeks.

On the club scene we have a few postponed games to catch up on in the Ulster spring league and training continues in preparation.

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

Tain U14 begins next week away to St.Aidens.

U12s have completed the Monaghan Spring league and have a wee break until the full league from early June.

The week ahead:

Wednesday; Senior training on the astro at 8pm.

Thursday; U12/14/16 training 8pm astro.

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.

Annual Niamh Crosby Memorial Run: The Niamh Crosby Easter Sunday Bike Run is back for 2025. The run will take place on this Sunday, April 20^th with

Annual Niamh Crosby Memorial Run: The Niamh Crosby Easter Sunday Bike Run is back for 2025. The run will take place on this Sunday, April 20th with regristration taking place from 10am at Enagh House—on the Virginia to Bailieborough Road. The Run will commence at 12 noon and it is sure to be an interesting route! All donations—big or small—will go to the Niamh Crosby Comfort Room in St. Jame’s Hospital. All welcome.

Holy Week Schedule in St. Anne’s: Holy Thursday: Mass of the Last Supper at 7.15pm , followed by Adoration at the Altar of Repose until 10pm.
Good Friday: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3.00pm.
Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil at 9.30pm.
Easter Sunday: Mass of the Resurrection at 10.15am.
Confessions on Holy Saturday in Bailieborough from 12 noon to 2.00pm.

Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm on Monday evenings. New members are very welcome to join.

Bailiebororough Group of Parishes: Easter Services: April 18th, Good Friday, Shercock Church—7.00pm and Mullagh Church—8.30pm.
April 20th Easter Sunday: Sunrise Service outside Bailiebororough Church at 6.15am and Easter Communion at Knockbride Church at 10.00am.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Maeve Macken (née Clarke), Herbert Avenue, Dublin 4, Dublin / Bailieborough, Cavan.
Maeve Macken (nee Clarke), (Herbert Avenue, Dublin 4 and formerly of Main Street, Bailiebororough, Co. Cavan), passed away on Friday, April 4th , 2025, peacefully, at St Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin. Beloved wife of the late Michael and loving sister of Aileen, Francis, Malachy, Kathleen, Joan, Liam, Rosaleen, and the late Gerry, Anita, T.M. and Bernie. Maeve will be very sadly missed by her loving siblings, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Maeve’s Funeral Mass took place on Tuesday, April 8th , in the Church of Our Lady Queen of Peace, Merrion Road and was followed by cremation Prayers, at the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome Crematorium,

Lough Derg Holy Year Pilgrimage: One day retreat organised by Saint Vincent DePaul will take place on Sunday, May 4th. Bus leaving Bailieborough Community Centre at 7.30am. For further information and booking, please contact John on 086 055 4578 or Pat on 086 063 5856. Expressions of interest before mid-April, please!

New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Eugene O’ Reilly, Corodoagh, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Wednesday 9th April 2025, peacefully in the care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital. Eugene was predeceased by his parents, brothers Pat and Benny and his sister Marion. Deeply regretted by his sister Kate Jane. Sadly missed by his nephews Jim, Gene, Vincent, Declan and niece Annamarie, grand nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Eugene’s Funeral Mass took place in St.Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West on Friday, April 11th and afterwards, Eugene’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday April 22nd , 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.

Cavan Sports Partnership: New Stand up Paddleboarding Programmes for Teens and Adults, Coming to Bailieborough!
Teens 6 week programme starting Tuesday 6th May from 6pm-7pm at Town Lake, Bailieborough.
Adult 6 week programme starting Tuesday 6th May from 7.15pm-8.15pm at Town Lake Bailieborough
Limited Places Available and Pre Registration essential.

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.

Congratulations: Congratulations and well done to Bailieborough Shamrocks and Cavan county player, Hannah Gilsenan who was part of the Cavan Ladies team that won the Lidl National League Division 3 title, played in Drogheda against Wexford on Sunday last. Well done Hannah and all of the Cavan panel, managers and coaches.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Edith Branyan, Urcher, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away peacefully, in the excellent care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital on Wednesday 9th April 2025 in her 96th year.
Edie was predeceased by her husband Wilbert, daughter Margaret, sisters Lily Armstrong and Ina Physick and brother Johnny Armstrong.
Edie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her two sons, Robert (Carol) and David (Ann), her four cherished grand-daughters Grace(Mark), Dawn (Alvin), Lois (Mark) and Chloe, her great-grandsons Sam and Robert, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbours.
Edie’s Funeral Service took place in Trinity Presbyterian Church on Friday, April 11th and afterwards, Edie’s remains were laid to rest in Old Urcher Graveyard.

Bailieborough Library: Comic Creations Workshop with Alan O’Rourke takes place in Bailieborough Library on Tuesday, April 22nd from 12 noon to 1.00pm for children aged between 7 and 10 years. Booking is essential and you can drop into the Library or call: 042 96 65779.
Storytime and Badgemaking in the Library on Thursday, April 17th. Storytime from 2.30pm and Badgemaking from 3.00pm. Booking essential.
Congratulations to our Easter Colouring Competition Winners, Niall Lynch 5-7 and Chloe Foy 8-12. Congratulations to all our other entrants who also did amazing pictures. All our entries are displayed in Bailieborough Library.
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Laimonas Aulosevicius. Heatherfield, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, suddenly, on Thursday, 10th April 2025.
Laimonas was predeceased by his grandfather Simas.

Laimonas will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his heartbroken family; his children Mia and Kylie and their mother Rebecca, his mother Kristina, his father Andrius and his sister Vanessa, his grandparents, extended family and friends.
Laimonas’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Joseph’s Church, Carrickmacross, on Monday, April 14th , followed by a private cremation.

Leannes Line Dancing:”Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.

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: Directed by Fergal Donnelly, Bailieborough Drama Group is delighted to present their production of ‘A&E’ in the Ramor Theatre on Thursday 29th and Friday 30th May at 8pm. Featuring a few familiar faces and some fresh ones too!!
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 14th April 2025
Senior;
Lory Meagher Cup round 1;
Warwickshire 1-11 Cavan 4-32
An impressive start for Cavan as they began the Championship with a comprehensive victory in Birmingham on Sunday with East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club men to the fore again. Derby day on Saturday as neighbours Monaghan roll into town for round two.
U8/10/12/14/16/18;
The county U17s had a narrow defeat to Longford in round two of the Celtic Challenge. Round three next week v Leitrim.
County U15s had a good outing v Fermanagh on Saturday last, again good representation from East Cavan Gaels.
Club U16s had a cracking game away to Truagh in the Tain League going down by just the one point in a very encouraging performance. Next up its St. Aidens on the 3G on Monday.
The U12s did well v Carrick on Monday last.
After school; After school has now finished and lads will join with club training and games where they can.
The week ahead;
Thursday: U12/14/16 training 8-9pm astro. €3 each.
Sunday; Lory Meagher Cup Rd 2 Cavan v Monaghan 3pm.
Membership; Membership is now due and can be updated through the East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club App. Kathryn and Miriam will help those who need help on Wednesday in the Bailie Hotel from 8-9pm. Kathryn 087 2441371.
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 220614

taking place from 10am at Enagh House—on the Virginia to Bailieborough Road. The Run will commence at 12 noon and it is sure to be an interesting route! All donations—big or small—will go to the Niamh Crosby Comfort Room in St. Jame’s Hospital. All welcome.

Holy Week Schedule in St. Anne’s:  Holy Thursday: Mass of the Last Supper at 7.15pm , followed by Adoration at the Altar of Repose until 10pm.

Good Friday: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3.00pm.

Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil at 9.30pm.

Easter Sunday: Mass of the Resurrection at 10.15am.

Confessions on Holy Saturday in Bailieborough from 12 noon to 2.00pm.

Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm on Monday evenings. New members are very welcome to join.

Bailiebororough Group of Parishes: Easter Services: April 18^th, Good Friday, Shercock Church—7.00pm and Mullagh Church—8.30pm.

April 20^th Easter Sunday: Sunrise Service outside Bailiebororough Church at 6.15am and Easter Communion at Knockbride Church at 10.00am.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Maeve Macken (née Clarke), Herbert Avenue, Dublin 4, Dublin / Bailieborough, Cavan.

Maeve Macken (nee Clarke), (Herbert Avenue, Dublin 4 and formerly of Main Street, Bailiebororough, Co. Cavan), passed away on Friday, April 4^th , 2025, peacefully, at St Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin. Beloved wife of the late Michael and loving sister of Aileen, Francis, Malachy, Kathleen, Joan, Liam, Rosaleen, and the late Gerry, Anita, T.M. and Bernie. Maeve will be very sadly missed by her loving siblings, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Maeve’s Funeral Mass took place on Tuesday, April 8^th , in the Church of Our Lady Queen of Peace, Merrion Road and was followed by cremation Prayers, at the Victorian Chapel, Mount Jerome Crematorium,

Lough Derg Holy Year Pilgrimage: One day retreat organised by Saint Vincent DePaul will take place on Sunday, May 4^th. Bus leaving Bailieborough Community Centre at 7.30am. For further information and booking, please contact John on 086 055 4578 or Pat on 086 063 5856. Expressions of interest before mid-April, please!

New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. 

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Eugene O’ Reilly, Corodoagh, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on  Wednesday 9^th  April 2025, peacefully in the care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital. Eugene was predeceased by his parents, brothers Pat and Benny and his sister Marion. Deeply regretted by his sister Kate Jane. Sadly missed by his nephews Jim, Gene, Vincent, Declan and niece Annamarie, grand nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Eugene’s Funeral Mass took place in St.Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West on Friday, April 11^th  and afterwards, Eugene’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday April 22^nd , 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.

Cavan Sports Partnership: New Stand up Paddleboarding Programmes for Teens and Adults, Coming to Bailieborough!

Teens 6 week programme starting Tuesday 6^th  May from 6pm-7pm at Town Lake, Bailieborough.

Adult 6 week programme starting Tuesday 6^th  May from 7.15pm-8.15pm at Town Lake Bailieborough

Limited Places Available and Pre Registration essential.

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.

Congratulations: Congratulations and well done to Bailieborough Shamrocks and Cavan county player, Hannah Gilsenan who was part of the Cavan Ladies team that won the  Lidl National League Division 3 title, played in Drogheda against Wexford on Sunday last.  Well done Hannah and all of the Cavan panel, managers and coaches.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Edith Branyan, Urcher, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away peacefully, in the excellent care of the staff of Cavan General Hospital on Wednesday 9^th  April 2025 in her 96^th  year.

Edie was predeceased by her husband Wilbert, daughter Margaret, sisters Lily Armstrong and Ina Physick and brother Johnny Armstrong.

Edie will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her two sons, Robert (Carol) and David (Ann), her four cherished grand-daughters Grace(Mark), Dawn (Alvin), Lois (Mark) and Chloe, her great-grandsons Sam and Robert, nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbours.

Edie’s Funeral Service took place in Trinity Presbyterian Church on Friday, April 11^th and afterwards, Edie’s remains were laid to rest in Old Urcher Graveyard.

Bailieborough Library:  Comic Creations Workshop with Alan O’Rourke takes place in Bailieborough Library on Tuesday, April 22^nd from 12 noon to 1.00pm for children aged between 7 and 10 years.  Booking is essential and you can drop into the Library or call: 042 96 65779.

Storytime and Badgemaking in the Library on Thursday, April 17^th. Storytime from 2.30pm and Badgemaking from 3.00pm. Booking essential.

Congratulations to our Easter Colouring Competition Winners, Niall Lynch 5-7 and Chloe Foy 8-12. Congratulations to all our other entrants who also did amazing pictures. All our entries are displayed in Bailieborough Library.  

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

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Laimonas Aulosevicius. Heatherfield, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, suddenly, on Thursday, 10th April 2025.

Laimonas was predeceased by his grandfather Simas.

Laimonas will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his heartbroken family; his children Mia and Kylie and their mother Rebecca, his mother Kristina, his father Andrius and his sister Vanessa, his grandparents, extended family and friends.

Laimonas’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Joseph’s Church, Carrickmacross, on Monday, April 14^th , followed by a private cremation.

Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm  All welcome.

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: Directed by Fergal Donnelly,  Bailieborough Drama Group is delighted to present their production of  ‘A&E’ in the Ramor Theatre on Thursday 29^th  and Friday 30^th  May at 8pm. Featuring a few familiar faces and some fresh ones too!!

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 14th April 2025

Senior;

Lory Meagher Cup round 1;

Warwickshire 1-11 Cavan 4-32

An impressive start for Cavan as they began the Championship with a comprehensive victory in Birmingham on Sunday with East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club men to the fore again. Derby day on Saturday as neighbours Monaghan roll into town for round two.

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

The county U17s had a narrow defeat to Longford in round two of the Celtic Challenge. Round three next week v Leitrim.

County U15s had a good outing v Fermanagh on Saturday last, again good representation from East Cavan Gaels.

Club U16s had a cracking game away to Truagh in the Tain League going down by just the one point in a very encouraging performance. Next up its St. Aidens on the 3G on Monday.

The U12s did well v Carrick on Monday last.

After school; After school has now finished and lads will join with club training and games where they can.

The week ahead;

Thursday: U12/14/16 training 8-9pm astro. €3 each.

Sunday; Lory Meagher Cup Rd 2 Cavan v Monaghan 3pm.

Membership; Membership is now due and can be updated through the East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club App. Kathryn and Miriam will help those who need help on Wednesday in the Bailie Hotel from 8-9pm. Kathryn 087 2441371.

Club contacts;

 Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

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

U14/16/18Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 220614

Confirmation: Congratulations to the 79 young people from the Parish who received  the Sacrament of Confirmation in St. Anne’s Chapel on Saturday morning last.  Bishop Martin Hayes administered the Sacrament. It was an important and significant day for the young people and their families. Thanks to their teachers and to the school communities in St. Annes, St. Felims and St. Patricks for their work and support, over the past few months. Thanks also to Andrea Connolly, (the Parish Pastoral Assistant) for co-ordinating the arrangements and for the support she provideds to the teachers, parents and the Parish.

Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations and well done to the players and management teams of the Bailieborough Community School’s Senior and Junior Ladies football sides who have over the past few weeks won All Ireland titles at both grades. A terrific achievement and congratulations to all.

Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm on Monday evenings. New members are very welcome to join.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of

Patrick McCabe, Cornagrillagh, Glenties, Co. Donegal and formerly of Carnalynch, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan. Patrick passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, March 28^th 2025.

Patrick was the former Principal of St. Anne’s NS Maio, Tierworker Co. Meath.  Patrick was predeceased by his parents John and Nan, his infant

brother Anthony and his infant sister Brigid.

He will be forever loved and sadly missed by his devoted wife Winnie (née Mimnagh), his children Deirdre, Grace, John, Mairéad and Úna, son-in-law Martin, daughter-in-law Regan and grandson Páidí, his sisters Rita and Winnie, nieces, nephews,grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives and friends.

Patrick’s Requiem Mass took place in the Holy Family Church, Edeninfagh, on Wednesday, April 2^nd 2025 and afterwards, Patrick’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

Lough Derg Holy Year Pilgrimage: One day retreat organised by Saint Vincent DePaul will take place on Sunday, May 4^th. Bus leaving Bailieborough Community Centre at 7.30am. For further information and booking, please contact John on 086 055 4578 or Pat on 086 063 5856. Expressions of interest before mid-April, please!

Birdwatch, Ireland: Cavan Branch: Celebrate bird song and the wildlife of the Town Lake by Joining us for a leisurely nature walk around the Lake on Sunday morning next, April 6^th.  Learn about the migratory song birds that come here each year to breed and hopefully hear them in song on the day! Please meet at the Chapel Road carpark at 8.30am. All welcome to this event and it will last for one hour approximately.

New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. 

Knockbride Jubilee Parish Mission, Saturday April 5^th to Tuesday April 8^th: A celebration and renewal of Christian Identity and Faith led by Fr. Lar Gallagher, Redemptorist. Sacraments, song, parish gathering, camino walk, history lecture drama and daily Mass. All welcome.

Quiz Night: Bailieborough Shamrocks LFGA are hosting a ‘Quiz Night’ in Nixy’s, The Square Bar on Saturday, 12^th  April at 8pm.

There are some fantastic raffle prizes on the night in addition to some one-off collector items to be auctioned.

All funds raised at the quiz will go towards supporting our senior ladies team for the 2025 season and help with Tessa Conway’s Quid Game fundraising efforts.

To secure a table please contact Rachel Fitzsimons on 086 164 1939.

Look forward to seeing everyone there on the night.

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday April 8^th, 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.

Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Annual Spring Clean Day, April 12^th 2025: Meet at the Library at 10.30am on Saturday, April 12^th . Wear a high vis jacket and bring a litter picker—if you have one! This is your opportunity to clean up your road and to have a chat with your neigbhours at the same time. All welcome.

Bridge: The Results for Tuesday, March 18^th  are: First:Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson. Second:Vera Bell and Una Stafford. Third: Betty McCaffrey and Seán Kelleher. Best Gross:Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson.

Bridge takes place every Tuesday night at 7 p.m. in the Bailie Hotel.

New members always welcome.

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.

Annual Niamh Crosby Memorial Run: The Niamh Crosby Easter Sunday Bike Run is back for 2025. The run will take place on Easter Sunday, April 20^th with regristration taking place from 10am at Enagh House—on the Virginia to Bailieborough Road. The Run will commence at 12 noon and it is sure to be an interesting route! All donations—big or small—will go to the Niamh Crosby Comfort Room in St. Jame’s Hospital. All welcome.

Bailieborough Library:     

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

Regretted Death: The death has occured of Katarzyna (Kasia) Skrzynska, Hawthorne, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and formerly of Poland,who passed away on Friday, 28^th  March 2025, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by her family and friends.

Deeply regretted by her loving daughter Asia, sons Thomas and Patrick, her good friends Izabella and Max, her aunt and relatives.

Kasia’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Tuesday, April 1^st followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesdays at 8.00pm until mid-April. New members always welcome.

Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm  All welcome.

St. Patrick’s Day Draw Winners: The St Patrick’s Day raffle draw 2025 winners are:   

1st prize: Chris Adcock, 2nd prize: Miriam Sheanon, 3rd prize Seamus O Neill, 4th prize: Emmy Sherdian, 5th prize: Mary Sheanon, 6th prize:  Evring Ormiston, 7th prize: Philip Cundelan, 8th prize:  Miriam Sheanon and 9th prize: Threase Cullen. Once again, congratulations to all the prize winners and a sincere ‘Thank You’ to everybody who made the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, such a success. 

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.

East Cavan Gaels: East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club News 31^st  March 2025

Senior; Omagh game was postponed to a later date. Next weekend at home to Belnaleck.

U20 lads played well in defeat to Monaghan in the Championship in Cloghan on Sunday last. They will now return to club action.

U8/10/12/14/16/18; U12/14/16 training Thursday on the astro.

After school; Just the one session in Mullagh this Friday. Changes to come with holidays etc. more info next week.

Membership; Membership is now due and can be updated through the East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club App. Kathryn and Miriam will help those who need help on Wednesday in the Bailie Hotel from 8-9pm. Kathryn 087 2441371.

The week ahead;

Wednesday; Senior training 8-9pm astro.

Thursday; U12/14/16 training 8-9pm astro. €3 each.

Friday; Mullagh, U8 4pm, U10/12 5pm. €3 each.

Sunday; Seniors at home to Belnaleck tbc.

Club contacts;

Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

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

U14/16/18Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.

Rev. Ian Horner to leave Bailieborough for new appointment: Bishop Pat Storey is very pleased to announce the appointment of Archdeacon Ian Horner as the newly appointed rector of Mullingar Union of parishes.

Ian is originally from Greystones in Co Wicklow. He has spent the last ten years serving in the Bailieborough Group of parishes in the diocese of Kilmore, where is also an Archdeacon.

He is married to Jenny, and they have two boys called, Sam (12) and Leo (10). Ian loves music and is no longer ashamed to say that he is a big Aston Villa fan! He has a passion for the Scriptures, church renewal, youth and children’s work, and he enjoys a good visit and chat over a cup of tea.

On his move to Mullingar Ian says, ‘It is with mixed emotions that we set out on a new adventure in ministry. The last decade has flown by, and it will be very tough to say goodbye to the people of the Bailieborough Group, and to the people of the wider community. We have been loved, supported and looked after from day one, and we have been blessed to see God at work in the lives of young and old in the parishes. At the same time, we are excited to follow God’s call to the Mullingar Union, and we already have a strong sense God’s hand in this move. So, while we are sad to be leaving the wonderful family home, hometown, and church family that we’ve been blessed with over the last ten years, we are very much looking forward to setting up in a new home later on in the year, to meeting new friends, and to seeing what God will do in our new church family.” He continued, “I am grateful to Bishop Pat and to the people of the Mullingar Union for this new opportunity to love and serve the Lord and value your prayers as we prepare to make the move.”

Join us next Saturday from 4-6pm in the Bailieborough Church of Ireland Hall for some Messy Church fun. Everyone welcome.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of John (Johnnie) Kennedy

Shercock Road, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.

John (Johnnie) Kennedy, Shercock Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Monday, 10^th  March 2025 peacefully at Fairlawn’s Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family. Johnnie was predeceased by his grandson Christopher, brother Michael and sisters Margaret and Kathleen.

Deeply regretted by his loving wife Anne, sons John, Brendan, Joe and Gerry, daughters-in-law Trisha, Bridget, Leslie, Marie, Eva and Teresa, brothers Tom and Brian, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Johnnie’s Funeral took place on Wednesday, March 12^th at Lakeland’s Crematorium, Cavan, where there was a celebration of his life followed by cremation.

Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm on Monday evenings. New members are very welcome to join.

Scouting Ireland: Scouting Ireland are working towards setting up a new scout group in Bailieborough. They’re looking for a few more volunteers to make this happen. You can contact Peter from Scouting Ireland on 087 482 6523 for more info.

Knockbride Variety Show: Knockbride Variety Show, will take place on Wednesday, March 26^th , Thursday 27^th , Friday 28^th  and Saturday 29^th  starting 8.30pm in Tunnyduff Hall. Tickets on sale at the moment and the charities that will benefit are  Cavan Branch Alzheimer Society and MS Cavan Branch. An unforgetable night of music, comedy, song and dance.  

Classical Music Club: Is Classical Music your favourite musical genrefor a little peace and reflection? Would you like to meet likeminded people in classical surroundings to listen and explore the genius, charm and glory of Bach, Verdi, Mozart and others? A new Classical Music Club is planned for Bailieborough. Contact Patrick on 042 9694 706 for further information.

St. Anne’s N.S. Parents Association: Bake Sale and Raffle on Sunday next, March 23^rd in the Community Centre, Chapel Rd. Starting at 11.00am. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. 

Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday 25^th March, 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.

Bridge: The results for Tuesday, March 4^th  are:

First: Seán Kelleher and Betty McCaffrey.

Second: Marie McNicholas and Maresa Liggan.

Third: Una Stafford and Vera Bell.

Best Gross: Betty McCaffrey and Seán Kelleher.

Bridge every Tuesday night at 7 p.m. in the Bailie Hotel.

New members always welcome.

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.

Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Damien Flanagan, Urcher, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan on Thursday, 13^th  March 2025 peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by his family. Damien was predeceased by his parents Patrick and Sadie, brothers Raymond, Peadar and Patsy and sisters Patricia, Eileen, Betty, Mai and Brenda.

Deeply regretted by his loving wife Alice, daughter Jenny, son-in-law Noel, grandchildren Hayley and Katie, sister Joan, brothers Tony, Brian and Kieran, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Damien’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church on Sunday, March 16^th and afterwards, Damien’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesdays at 8.00pm until mid-April. New members always welcome.

Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm  All welcome.

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.

East Cavan Gaels: East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club News 17th March 2025

Intercounty; NHL Division 3: Cavan 2-15 Armagh 2-21.

Cavan struck by an injury crisis at just the wrong time as they went down to Armagh in Kingspan Breffni with at least five missing from the starting fifteen and at this level it will get punished although Cavan have been very competitive in every single fixture in the NHL which is positive in itself and show the growing maturity within the squad. A good seasons work all the same at this level and should act as perfect preparation for the Lory Meagher Cup in a few weeks. This season has a lot of running in it yet!

Senior/U8/10/12/14/16/18; Ulster Spring League begins for our Seniors next Sunday with a trip to Fermanagh to Knocks Grattans.

Club training for all ages has returned on the astro. U16s will start with a blitz in Newry on Sunday next.

After school; Shercock only this week on Wednesday.

Membership; Membership is now due and can be updated through the East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club App.

The week ahead;

Wednesday; After school Shercock, U8 4pm, U10/12 5pm. €3 each.

Sunday; Seniors away to Knocks Grattons 12pm. U16s Tain Og Blitz, Newry 2pm.

Club contacts;

 Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.

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

U14/16/18Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.

Home Energy savings event in Gallonray House

A public information evening on home retrofitting and energy saving will be held in Gallonray House, Maudabawn (H16 X409), on Monday, 24^th  March at 7.30pm. Home Retrofitting is an enhancement of older houses that will make the properties more energy efficient. Grants through the SEAI will help home owners insulate their properties, to tackle heating efficiency and energy costs. Admission free and everyone welcome. For information on the programme, the event and the grants available, contact: 087 131 5964 or omcconnon@ccld.ie Website: www.retrofit-ready.ie