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Bailieborough News. September 18th 2023. Matthew J. Cullen.

Culture Night, 2023: As part of the National Culture Night, events have been planned for the whole of the county. Local events taking place on this Friday evening, September 22nd  include: Bailieborough Creative Hub will host their new group exhibition, ‘Perspective’, this Culture Night.

Taking place in Bailieborough Library at 7.00pm. All welcome!

POETRY S.O.S. CLINIC: Hosted by poet and poetry pharmacist, Mairéad Donnellan.

Each personal ‘clinic’ is ten/fifteen minutes long and the entire clinic will last just over three hours. All participants will also receive a 10% discount on Vital Signs Publication. Bookings: (042) 966 5779. Taking place in Bailieborough Library from 5pm to 8.30pm.

Moybologue Historical Society: Are holding a talk on the subject of ‘Parish Missions in the Diocese of Kilmore’. The talk will be given by Fr. Ultan McGoohan and will take place in Tierworker Community Hall at 8.30pm. All 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.

Congratulations: Congratulations to Tommy and Mary Rose Brady, who on Friday evening last, celebrated their 60th  Wedding Anniversary with a Mass of Thanksgiving in St Anne’s followed by a wonderful party afterwards in the Bailie Hotel.

Bailieborough Library:The next Bookclub Meeting is on next Tuesday, September 26th  at 6.30pm and the book to be discussed is ‘The Appeal’ by Janice Hallett! New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available at the Library desk.

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling continues in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesday evenings at 8.00pm. New members welcome and free tuition for beginners will be provided.

Bailieborough Red Cross: Please support our Annual Church Gate Collections next Saturday and Sunday. We will be collecting at St Ann’s Bailieborough, Killann and Shercock Masses on Saturday Evening and Sunday morning.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Harvest Services:

We would love to welcome the Community into our Churches over this Harvest season.  All would be warmly welcomed to our Harvest services in Bailieborough Church (Eircode, A82 RP70) on Sunday 24th September at 7:30pm, or in Knockbride Church (Eircode, A82 KN63) on Sunday 8th October at 7:30pm.

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

Mass at Waterloo Mass Rock: On Sunday afternoon next, September 24th , a Mass will be said at the Waterloo Mass Rock in Killinkere. People are asked to meet at ‘Carolan’s Shop’, Grousehall, Bailieborough at 2.00pm. From there people will walk to the Mass Rock for Mass at 3.00pm. All welcome.

 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 5th October 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!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic in conjunction with Cavan Sports Partnership and the F.A.I. present a ‘Football For All’ six week programme for children with a disability, aged 6 to 16 years of age, commencing on Wednesday, September 20th , from 6pm to 7pm, at the Bailieboro Celtic playing grounds at the Vale, Bailieborough. Limited places available and Pre—Registration is essential. To book a place, please email, Siobhan Brady at siobhanbrady2003@yahoo.co.uk

Girls U12 and U14 training  every Monday evening, 6-7pm.

We welcome new girls at both age groups;

 U12(born 2012/2013)

 U14(born 2010/2011)

Come along to a session, make some new friends, learn some new skills and have plenty of fun!

U-14 BOYS TRAINING

Training for the Bailieboro Celtic Under-14 boys takes place every Wednesday evening from 7pm-8pm. All new and old players welcome! Contact Ollie Kierans for all enquiries.

Relaghbeg Fundraising Committee: The total funds raised from the Family Fun Day was €2,516 together with the Music and BBQ night at Smyths Bar, Relaghbeg a total of €5,706 was raised for the All4Tommie – Fundraiser for Tommie Reilly’s Care and Rehabilitation.  Thank you so much to everyone that supported our events. A special thank you to all our sponsors. Well done everyone involved in both events.

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.:  With the kids all settled back to school, we’re in the mood to boogie !!! Our Back 2 School Disco for children from 2nd – 6th Class takes place next Friday 22nd  September from 8-10pm in the Clubhouse. €5 per child. All welcome

 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:   Now that the evenings are getting short again we will be starting back,  running and walking for all levels,  beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park,  Lake Shore,  Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome.  It’s a well lit up run.  Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.  

Halloween ‘Fright Night’: Fright Night is back again!!

Join us for an evening full of fun and scares at the Bailieborough Town Lake from 7.00pm on Monday, October 30th. Bigger and better than ever. Suitable for all ages.   Car parking available at the Community Centre, Community School or the Church Carpark on the Virginia Road side. No parking available at the event location.. Fancy dress and lights display.  If the lake floods, we will have music, fun, games and fancy dress in the car park too.  Tickets are €5 per person for the ‘Scary Walk’.  The main sponsor this year is Link Credit Union. Contact Tony at 086 399 3430, for further information.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –

After school Hurling continues for boys and girls in Bailieborough on Wednesday evenings, on the Astro at Bailieborough Shamrocks G.A.A. Grounds in St. Annes Park. Under 7 from 3pm, Under 9 from 4pm and Under 12 from 5pm. Equipment supplied but if you have your own, then please bring it along. More information can be had by contacting Willie on 086 164 9280.

Club contacts;

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

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

Tullyvin Musical Society: Tullyvin Musical Society takes to the stage of the Tullyvin Community Centre, for a five-night run of “The Little Shop of Horrors” from Tuesday 17th  – Saturday 21st  October 2023. With a live orchestra, a stellar young cast and crew, and a man-eating plant,  this hilarious Broadway Musical classic will make you laugh, cry, and think twice about buying a new houseplant!Tickets from €18 – €22 (+booking fee) are available on www.gr8events.ie or directly on our ticket sales phone line 087-2538929.  Thank you for your support.

Bailieborough News. September 11th 2023. Matthew J. Cullen.

Another New Local Bus Route: This new route announcement follows the introduction of the Local Link route 171 in July and the new Regional 170 bus route last month.

A New Local Link bus to connect Cootehill – Shercock – Bailieborough – Virginia and Cavan Town has been announced.

The 108B which will be added to the East Cavan network in the coming weeks. .

This new route will link Cootehill to Shercock, before going onto Bailieborough and Virginia and once in Virginia it will meet the 109x Bus Eireann service where passengers can transfer to go to Cavan Town. Schedules and timetables , will be announced shortly.

Forthcoming Roadworks on the Kells Road:

Works will be starting on a new footpath and pedestrian crossing at Barora Park on Kells Road, on Monday next, 18th September. People are advised to slow down and be careful, while these works are taking place.

New Bus Service. A new bus service linking Cavan and Dundalk has been launched.

Bus Éireann Route 170, Dundalk – Carrickmacross – Bailieborough – Cavan and back again. Running six times daily. This new service should be of great benefit to all members of our community.

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to loving wife, Anne, son Patrick and daughter Jennifer, daughter in law, Grace and grandchildren, James, Eva and Sophie, sisters Maureen (McMahon), Eilish (McLoughlin), Helen (Boylan), Patricia (Doherty) and Rosemary Reilly, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and many, many friends, on the death of Aidan Reilly, Killagriffe, Tierworker, Kells, Co Meath and formerly of Edenagully, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday 7th  September 2023. Aidan was predeceased by his beloved parents, Patrick and Mary-Anne and sister Kathleen (Carolan). 

Aidan’s Funeral Mass took place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt, on Sunday, September 10th  with burial afterwards 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.

Community Centre: Due to accommodation issues, in St. Annes Primary School, a classroom has been moved to the Community Centre until October. This will restrict the use of the Community Centre. Apologies for the short—term inconvenience.

Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations to Bailieborough Shamrocks stalwarts, Mickey ‘The Rock’ Clinch and Shane Dillon and the Cavan Gaelic Masters on winning the Challenge Cup Final on Saturday last, overcoming Sligo in St Croans GAA ground Roscommon by the scoreline of  Cavan 0-14 v 1-10 Sligo.

Bailieborough Library:The next Bookclub Meeting is on Tuesday, September 26th  at 6.30pm and the book to be discussed is ‘The Appeal’ by Janice Hallett! New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available at the Library desk.

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling resumes in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesday, September 13th at 8.00pm. New members welcome and free tuition for beginners will be provided.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Harvest Services: The following are the Bailieborough Group of Parishes, Harvest Service times and locations: Sunday, September 17th, Mullagh at 3.00pm, Sunday, September 24th, Bailieborough at 7.30pm and Sunday, October 8th, 7.30pm in Knockbride. Open invitation and all are very welcome to come along and join in!

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

 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 5th October 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!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic in conjunction with Cavan Sports Partnership and the F.A.I. present a ‘Football For All’ six week programme for children with a disability, aged 6 to 16 years of age, commencing on Wednesday, September 20th , from 6pm to 7pm, at the Bailieboro Celtic playing grounds at the Vale, Bailieborough. Limited places available and Pre—Registration is essential. To book a place, please email, Siobhan Brady at siobhanbrady2003@yahoo.co.uk

Girls U12 and U14 training  every Monday evening, 6-7pm.

We welcome new girls at both age groups;

 U12(born 2012/2013)

 U14(born 2010/2011)

Come along to a session, make some new friends, learn some new skills and have plenty of fun!

U-14 BOYS TRAINING

Training for the Bailieboro Celtic Under-14 boys takes place every Wednesday evening from 7pm-8pm. All new and old players welcome! Contact Ollie Kierans for all enquiries.

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.

Culture Night, 2023: As part of the National Culture Night, events have been planned for the whole of the county. Local events taking place on Friday, September 22nd  include: Bailieborough Creative Hub will host their new group exhibition, ‘Perspective’, this Culture Night.

Taking place in Bailieborough Library at 7.00pm. All welcome!

POETRY S.O.S. CLINIC: Hosted by poet and poetry pharmacist, Mairéad Donnellan.

Each personal ‘clinic’ is ten/fifteen minutes long and the entire clinic will last just over three hours. All participants will also receive a 10% discount on Vital Signs Publication. Bookings: (042) 966 5779. Taking place in Bailieborough Library from 5pm to 8.30pm.

Moybologue Historical Society: Are holding a talk on the subject of ‘Parish Missions in the Diocese of Kilmore’. The talk will be given by Fr. Ultan McGoohan and will take place in Tierworker Community Hall at 8.30pm. All welcome.

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:   Now that the evenings are getting short again we will be starting back,  running and walking for all levels,  beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park,  Lake Shore,  Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome.  It’s a well lit up run.  Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.  

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 11th September 2023

Under 17/15/13/11/9/7;

Some of our U15s had a good final outing with Cavan U15 Development Squad v Longford on the Polo Grounds at Kingspan Breffni on Saturday last. Club U15/17 training on Monday at 7 on the astro.

The U11s await the final round of the Monaghan U11 league v Inniskeen hopefully over the next couple of weeks.

Under 7 and Under 9s will join the new after school programme starting this week.

After school hurling; We are excited to start our after school hurling programme this week in Killinkere, Bailieborough, Mullagh and Shercock. All are welcome to get their first taste of hurling at a local venue at a time that may be suitable. All info below.

The week ahead : Wednesday; After school hurling, Bailieborough Shamrocks astro, U7 3pm, U9 4pm, U12 5pm.

Thursday; After school hurling Mullagh Community Sports Centre, U7 2.30, U9 3.30, U12 4.30.

Friday; After school hurling Shercock AC, U7 2.50, U9 3.50, U12 4.50.

After school Hurling for boys and girls in Bailieborough begins on Wednesday, September 13th for seven weeks on the Astro at Bailieborough Shamrocks G.A.A. Grounds in St. Annes Park. Under 7 from 3pm, Under 9 from 4pm and Under 12 from 5pm. Equipment supplied but if you have your own, then please bring it along. More information can be had by contacting Willie on 086 164 9280.

Club contacts;

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

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

Bailieborough News. September 11th 2023. Matthew J. Cullen.

Another New Local Bus Route: This new route announcement follows the introduction of the Local Link route 171 in July and the new Regional 170 bus route last month.

A New Local Link bus to connect Cootehill – Shercock – Bailieborough – Virginia and Cavan Town has been announced.

The 108B which will be added to the East Cavan network in the coming weeks. .

This new route will link Cootehill to Shercock, before going onto Bailieborough and Virginia and once in Virginia it will meet the 109x Bus Eireann service where passengers can transfer to go to Cavan Town. Schedules and timetables , will be announced shortly.

Forthcoming Roadworks on the Kells Road:

Works will be starting on a new footpath and pedestrian crossing at Barora Park on Kells Road, on Monday next, 18th September. People are advised to slow down and be careful, while these works are taking place.

New Bus Service. A new bus service linking Cavan and Dundalk has been launched.

Bus Éireann Route 170, Dundalk – Carrickmacross – Bailieborough – Cavan and back again. Running six times daily. This new service should be of great benefit to all members of our community.

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to loving wife, Anne, son Patrick and daughter Jennifer, daughter in law, Grace and grandchildren, James, Eva and Sophie, sisters Maureen (McMahon), Eilish (McLoughlin), Helen (Boylan), Patricia (Doherty) and Rosemary Reilly, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and many, many friends, on the death of Aidan Reilly, Killagriffe, Tierworker, Kells, Co Meath and formerly of Edenagully, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday 7th  September 2023. Aidan was predeceased by his beloved parents, Patrick and Mary-Anne and sister Kathleen (Carolan). 

Aidan’s Funeral Mass took place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt, on Sunday, September 10th  with burial afterwards 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.

Community Centre: Due to accommodation issues, in St. Annes Primary School, a classroom has been moved to the Community Centre until October. This will restrict the use of the Community Centre. Apologies for the short—term inconvenience.

Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations to Bailieborough Shamrocks stalwarts, Mickey ‘The Rock’ Clinch and Shane Dillon and the Cavan Gaelic Masters on winning the Challenge Cup Final on Saturday last, overcoming Sligo in St Croans GAA ground Roscommon by the scoreline of  Cavan 0-14 v 1-10 Sligo.

Bailieborough Library:The next Bookclub Meeting is on Tuesday, September 26th  at 6.30pm and the book to be discussed is ‘The Appeal’ by Janice Hallett! New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available at the Library desk.

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling resumes in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesday, September 13th at 8.00pm. New members welcome and free tuition for beginners will be provided.

Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Harvest Services: The following are the Bailieborough Group of Parishes, Harvest Service times and locations: Sunday, September 17th, Mullagh at 3.00pm, Sunday, September 24th, Bailieborough at 7.30pm and Sunday, October 8th, 7.30pm in Knockbride. Open invitation and all are very welcome to come along and join in!

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

 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 5th October 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!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic in conjunction with Cavan Sports Partnership and the F.A.I. present a ‘Football For All’ six week programme for children with a disability, aged 6 to 16 years of age, commencing on Wednesday, September 20th , from 6pm to 7pm, at the Bailieboro Celtic playing grounds at the Vale, Bailieborough. Limited places available and Pre—Registration is essential. To book a place, please email, Siobhan Brady at siobhanbrady2003@yahoo.co.uk

Girls U12 and U14 training  every Monday evening, 6-7pm.

We welcome new girls at both age groups;

 U12(born 2012/2013)

 U14(born 2010/2011)

Come along to a session, make some new friends, learn some new skills and have plenty of fun!

U-14 BOYS TRAINING

Training for the Bailieboro Celtic Under-14 boys takes place every Wednesday evening from 7pm-8pm. All new and old players welcome! Contact Ollie Kierans for all enquiries.

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.

Culture Night, 2023: As part of the National Culture Night, events have been planned for the whole of the county. Local events taking place on Friday, September 22nd  include: Bailieborough Creative Hub will host their new group exhibition, ‘Perspective’, this Culture Night.

Taking place in Bailieborough Library at 7.00pm. All welcome!

POETRY S.O.S. CLINIC: Hosted by poet and poetry pharmacist, Mairéad Donnellan.

Each personal ‘clinic’ is ten/fifteen minutes long and the entire clinic will last just over three hours. All participants will also receive a 10% discount on Vital Signs Publication. Bookings: (042) 966 5779. Taking place in Bailieborough Library from 5pm to 8.30pm.

Moybologue Historical Society: Are holding a talk on the subject of ‘Parish Missions in the Diocese of Kilmore’. The talk will be given by Fr. Ultan McGoohan and will take place in Tierworker Community Hall at 8.30pm. All welcome.

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:   Now that the evenings are getting short again we will be starting back,  running and walking for all levels,  beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park,  Lake Shore,  Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome.  It’s a well lit up run.  Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.  

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 11th September 2023

Under 17/15/13/11/9/7;

Some of our U15s had a good final outing with Cavan U15 Development Squad v Longford on the Polo Grounds at Kingspan Breffni on Saturday last. Club U15/17 training on Monday at 7 on the astro.

The U11s await the final round of the Monaghan U11 league v Inniskeen hopefully over the next couple of weeks.

Under 7 and Under 9s will join the new after school programme starting this week.

After school hurling; We are excited to start our after school hurling programme this week in Killinkere, Bailieborough, Mullagh and Shercock. All are welcome to get their first taste of hurling at a local venue at a time that may be suitable. All info below.

The week ahead : Wednesday; After school hurling, Bailieborough Shamrocks astro, U7 3pm, U9 4pm, U12 5pm.

Thursday; After school hurling Mullagh Community Sports Centre, U7 2.30, U9 3.30, U12 4.30.

Friday; After school hurling Shercock AC, U7 2.50, U9 3.50, U12 4.50.

After school Hurling for boys and girls in Bailieborough begins on Wednesday, September 13th for seven weeks on the Astro at Bailieborough Shamrocks G.A.A. Grounds in St. Annes Park. Under 7 from 3pm, Under 9 from 4pm and Under 12 from 5pm. Equipment supplied but if you have your own, then please bring it along. More information can be had by contacting Willie on 086 164 9280.

Club contacts;

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

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

All Welcome to The Paddy Lynch Pool Memorial Friday 15/09/2023 @ 8pm Barney’s Shercock

The family and friends of the late Paddy Lynch are hosting a memorial pool competition over the next three weeks.  The entry fee will be 20euro per person it will be held in Barney’s (Shercock)  All money raised will be in aid of mental health.

Event by Janette Keenan

Culture Night at the Library

Bailieborough News. September 4th 2023. Matthew J. Cullen.

Clerical Changes: Last weekend, Fr. Charles O’Gorman took up duty as Parish Priest of Knockbride and Fr. Gabriel Kellytook up duty as Parish Priest of Kilmainhamwood—Moybologue. We wish both priests a warm welcome and happiness in our St. Benan’s Pastoral Area. We send good wishes to Fr. Anthony Fagan, who has retired as Parish Priest of Knockbride and will live in Bailieborough. We welcome Fr. Anthony home to his native Parish.

New Bus Service. A new bus service linking Cavan and Dundalk has been launched.

Bus Éireann Route 170, Dundalk – Carrickmacross – Bailieborough – Cavan and back again. Running six times daily. This new service should be of great benefit to all members of our community.

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Tom, daughters Catriona (Clement) and Louise (Rayme), sons Stephen (Ciara) and T.J. (Caitriona), adored grandchildren Kerri, Luke, Liam, Ben, Nathan, Grace and Charlie, brothers, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends on the death of Betty Gorman (née Sheannon) late of Threecarvagh, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co.Cavan, who passed away peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, August 30th 2023. Betty was predeceased by her parents Michael and Kathleen and grandson Matthew.

Betty’s  Funeral Mass took place in St.Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West on Sunday, September 3rd followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.

Bailieborough Community Resource House.

New and additional directors and trustees invited.

The board of directors / trustees of Bailieborough Community Resource House invites expressions of interest in joining the Board of Directors / Trustees of the Charity. Expressions of interest can be sent via email to bailieboroughresourcehouse@gmail.com

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.

Community Centre: Due to accommodation issues, in St. Annes Primary School, a classroom has been moved to the Community Centre until October. This will restrict the use of the Community Centre. Apologies for the short—term inconvenience.

 Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, September 6th : Castle Lake, Bailieborough: Medium Walk, 1.5hrs and Easy Walk 1 hr. Walk commences at 7.00pm at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Rd, at 7.00pm. This is the final walk of the season. All welcome.

Bailieborough Library:The next Bookclub Meeting is on Tuesday, September 26th  at 6.30pm and the book to be discussed is ‘The Appeal’ by Janice Hallett! New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available at the Library desk.

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling resumes in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesday, September 13th at 8.00pm. New members welcome and free tuition for beginners will be provided.

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

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 next, September 7th  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!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Girls U12 and U14 training  every Monday evening, 6-7pm.

We welcome new girls at both age groups;

 U12(born 2012/2013)

 U14(born 2010/2011)

Come along to a session, make some new friends, learn some new skills and have plenty of fun!

U-14 BOYS TRAINING

Training for the Bailieboro Celtic Under-14 boys takes place every Wednesday evening from 7pm-8pm. All new and old players welcome! Contact Ollie Kierans for all enquiries.

St. Vincent De Paul: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine on Saturday, September 9th: Booking with Noel on 087 265 4787. A coach will be leaving Bailieborough Community Centre.

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.

Culture Night, 2023: As part of the National Culture Night, events have been planned for the whole of the county. Local events taking place on Friday, September 22nd  include: Bailieborough Creative Hub will host their new group exhibition, ‘Perspective’, this Culture Night.

Taking place in Bailieborough Library at 7.00pm. All welcome!

POETRY S.O.S. CLINIC: Hosted by poet and poetry pharmacist, Mairéad Donnellan.

Each personal ‘clinic’ is ten/fifteen minutes long and the entire clinic will last just over three hours. All participants will also receive a 10% discount on Vital Signs Publication. Bookings: (042) 966 5779. Taking place in Bailieborough Library from 5pm to 8.30pm.

Moybologue Historical Society: Are holding a talk on the subject of ‘Parish Missions in the Diocese of Kilmore’. The talk will be given by Fr. Ultan McGoohan and will take place in Tierworker Community Hall at 8.30pm. All welcome.

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:   Now that the evenings are getting short again we will be starting back,  running and walking for all levels,  beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park,  Lake Shore,  Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome.  It’s a well lit up run.  Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.  

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – After school Hurling for boys and girls in Bailieborough begins on Wednesday, September 13th for seven weeks on the Astro at Bailieborough Shamrocks G.A.A. Grounds in St. Annes Park. Under 7 from 3pm, Under 9 from 4pm and Under 12 from 5pm. Equipment supplied but if you have your own, then please bring it along. More information can be had by contacting Willie on 086 164 9280.

Club contacts;

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

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

Bailieborough News. August 28th 2023. Matthew J. Cullen.

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

Each family is asked to bring a little bottle of Holy Water to bless your family plot. Toilets will be available in the cemetery grounds. If you are tidying your plot, please bring a bag with you and take home anything that you are removing from your family plot.

New Bus Service. A new bus service linking Cavan and Dundalk has been launched.

Bus Éireann Route 170, Dundalk – Carrickmacross – Bailieborough – Cavan and back again. Running six times daily. This new service should be of great benefit to all members of our community.

Bailieborough Community Resource House.

New and additional directors and trustees invited.

The board of directors / trustees of Bailieborough Community Resource House invites expressions of interest in joining the Board of Directors / Trustees of the Charity. Expressions of interest can be sent via email to bailieboroughresourcehouse@gmail.com

Bailieborough Heritage Society: Old Church of Ireland Graveyard Clean Up:The work is over for now.  Many thanks to all who volunteered their time and gardening equipment, proving that many hands make light work.

Congratulations and Well Done: Well done to the Killann Community Games u14 Girls and management on winning Silver medals at the All Ireland Community Games Finals in Carlow on Sunday last. A proud day for their Clubs, families and supporters but most of all themselves, a day they will never forget.  

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 Heritage Society: We would like to thank Cavan County Council and the Heritage Office for their support for our recent events held during Heritage Week. Many thanks to Fox’s (for food) and Sandra Smith (for shelter) that made our event at The Vale run well, also to Pat, Carmel and John for their interesting and informative talks.

Bailieborough Walking Group:

Wednesday, August 30th: Killinkere: Easy walk, approx 1 to 1.5 hours. Meeting at Killinkere  Leisure Centre at 7.00pm.  Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.40pm. 

Wednesday, September 6th : Castle Lake, Bailieborough: Medium Walk, 1.5hrs and Easy Walk 1 hr. Walk commences at 7.00pm at the Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Rd, at 7.00pm. This is the final walk of the season. All welcome.

Well Done: Well done to all the Leaving Certificate students, who received their results, last week. Whether your results, were good or bad, look forward to the next stage of your life with confidence.

Bailieborough Library:The next Bookclub Meeting is on Tuesday, September 26th  at 6.30pm and the book to be discussed is ‘The Appeal’ by Janice Hallett! New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available at the Library desk. 

As we approach the end of August, remember that any child starting school this year is entitled to a Free Book Bag at their local library!!

If they are not already a library member, it is free to join!

Make sure you collect yours before they’re all gone!!

Bailieborough Craft Group: The Group meets every Friday from 10am-12.30pm in the Library and new members are always welcome regardless of talents or skills.

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, September 7th  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!

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: Girls U12 and U14 training  every Monday evening, 6-7pm.

We welcome new girls at both age groups;

 U12(born 2012/2013)

 U14(born 2010/2011)

Come along to a session, make some new friends, learn some new skills and have plenty of fun!

U-14 BOYS TRAINING

Training for the Bailieboro Celtic Under-14 boys takes place every Wednesday evening from 7pm-8pm. All new and old players welcome! Contact Ollie Kierans for all enquiries.

St. Vincent De Paul: Annual Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine on Saturday, September 9th: Booking with Noel on 087 265 4787. A coach will be leaving Bailieborough Community Centre at a time to be arranged later.

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.

Cavan Institute Open Day: Friday, September 1st from 9.00am to 4.00pm.: If you are taking a gap year, undecided on which career path you wish to take, deferring your CAO course or returning to education to upskill or re-train, please drop in and discuss your options.

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: Now that the evenings are getting short again we will be starting back,  running and walking for all levels,  beginners and advanced. Fun and free, social gathering in the Chapel car park,  Lake Shore,  Bailieborough at 8pm. All old and new people welcome.  It’s a well lit up run.  Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.  

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 21st August 2023

Seniors; Attention will turn to the new Cootehill Hurling 7s competition in September starting on Sunday next before the league starts.

Under 17/15/13/11/9/7; The U13s had a good blitz on Monday last on the 3G at Kingspan Breffni with wins over Cootehill, Cavan Gaels and Mullahoran.

The U11s had a good game and win away to Monaghan Harps in the Monaghan League on Sunday morning in wet conditions. The final round is next Sunday morning in Inniskeen at 11am.

Under 7 and Under 9 return in September.

After school hurling; Following on from the successful trial run of after school hurling in Mullagh in the Spring, we will be rolling out an after school hurling programme, for boys and girls initially, from mid September to the Halloween break in Bailieborough, Killinkere, Mullagh and Shercock. This will be for all Primary school ages, U7, U9 and U12. More detailed info next week.

Sunday; U11s away to Inniskeen 11am. Seniors at Cootehill 7s 6pm.

Club contacts;

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

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