Friends of the Castle Lake: A ‘Bio Blitz ‘ will take place at the Castle Lake Bailieborough, on Sunday next 30^th  October at 2.00pm.

Barry Kavanagh will host the event on behalf of the Friends of the Castle Lake,

helping us to identify various plants and trees before the forest goes to sleep for the Winter. All are welcome to attend.

Bridge Club: Results: The winners on Tuesday October 11^th were:

North/South: Rose Brennan and Noreen Maguire.

East/West: Teresa O Reilly and Kathleen McArdle.

The bridge club meets every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. in the Bailie Hotel.

Contact: bridgeclubbailieborough@gmail.com or telephone 042-9667944.

Halloween ‘Fright Night’: Fright For Your Lights 2022 is Cancelled this Friday evening! Due to path being waterlogged

Join us for an evening full of fun and scares the Bailieborough Town Lake from 6.30pm. For tickets please contact Tony at 086-399-3430.

 Bigger and better than ever. Friday the 28^th of October. Suitable for all ages, from 6.30pm to 9.30pm. Contact Tony at 086 399 3430. 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. Time slots are available every two minutes with groups of 15 allowed per time slot. Tickets are €5 per person. The main sponsor this year is Link Credit Union.

Please support Team Hope Christmas Shoebox Appeal:

Creches, schools, businesses or individuals can order leaflets and other resources online at www.teamhope.ie or contact local coordinators Hazel Speares 0879903520 or Edna Smith 0876300207.

Take Back to Take Care: Do you have prescription medications lying around at home? On Saturday next, October 29^th from 2pm – 6pm, Cavan Drugs Unit together with Foróige will be at the Courthouse, Bailieborough to dispose of unused/unwanted prescription medication. Foróige staff will also tell us all how to store them correctly

Karate: Karate for children and adults from 7 years of age and up to age 90 takes place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough every Wednesday evening from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. Improve your self-confidence, flexibility and cardio vascular health. For further details, please contact, the 2019 World Karate Champion and four times European Champion, Philip McCarthy on 085 230 7833.

Deepest Sympathy:  Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Patrick O’Reilly, their beautiful new twin babies Lilly and PJ, beloved parents Christa and Bill Fegan, brother Daniel and his fiancée Mareike, on the death of Sarah O’Reilly (nee Fegan) Lear, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly of Selsingen, Germany, who passed away on Sunday, October 16^th  2022, in Beaumont Hospital ICU, after a short illness  Dearly missed by her in-laws Wanie and Pat A O’Reilly, brothers and sisters in law Torlac (Annette) (Cork), Brid (Denis) (Australia), Sinead (Cathal) and Sean (Bailieborough) and her nieces and nephews Emily, Andrew, Torlac Og O’Reilly, Liam and George Donnelly, Arthur, Isabella and Jarlath Jackson. Sadly missed by all her extended family and close friends throughout Ireland, America, Spain, UK and Germany.

Sarah’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Friday, October 21^st and afterwards, Sarah’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.

Mains Flushing: From Irish Water: Mains Flushing may cause intermittent supply disruptions to Curkish Lane, Mountain Road, Bailieborough and the surrounding areas in Co. Cavan. Works are scheduled to take place until 8.00am on Monday, November 7^th, 2022. Please note the following reference number and enter it into the search bar should you wish to obtain an update, CAV00054596.

Mainly Music, a fun, interactive music group for preschoolers and their caregivers will take place on Friday mornings from 10am -12noon in the Knockbride Church of Ireland Hall (A82 E377). For parents, grandparents and minders with children and babies under 4. Donation €4. Contact Jenny Horner on 086 342 0299 for more info.

The Bailieborough Development Association would like to offer a free drop-in service of assistance regarding online services and filling out forms between 2pm and 4pm on Friday Afternoons.

This service will be offered at the Bailieborough Business Centre.

All Welcome.

Library: We have a fun and free art workshop planned for children during the upcoming midterm break.

On Friday, 4^th  November from 2.15pm-4.15pm, children aged 6+ can make a patchwork/collage ‘Magic House’ using lots of different materials.

Places are very limited for this event so booking is essential. Ring us on 042-9665779.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: Bailieborough Cancer Comfort are holding a Table Quiz on this Friday evening, October 28^th commencing at 8.30pm. Great prizes on offer. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

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.

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Darragh, daughter Neasa, brothers Patrick, Tom, Colm, Niall and Michael, sisters Breda and Mary, daughter in law Grainne, son in law Karl, grandchildren David, Conor, Cian and Ailbhe, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends on the death of Emer Jones (nee Trainor), Rakeevan, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Tuesday,18^th  October 2022, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital following a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. Emer was predeceased by her husband Matt.

Emer’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Friday, October 21^st and afterwards, Emer’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.

West Knockbride Parents Association: West Knockbride Parents Association presents a ‘Halloween Disco’ from 6.30pm to 8.00pm, in Tunnyduff Hall on this Friday evening, October 28^th. Treats will be available from the shop. Children should be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Entry fee is €5 and all are welcome.

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough, every Wednesday evening for the Winter months at 8.00pm. New members welcome.

Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C. :  Congratulations and Well Done to Bailieboro Celtic player Rhys Englishby, who was in attendance at the CMUL Emerging Talent program /LOI Awards night in the Cavan Crystal Hotel and has been recognised for his participation in the Under 14 CMUL Kennedy Cup 2022 Tournament. Also well done to Bailieboro Celtic Girls Sophie Holland and Lucie Gibson, who were also in attendance at the CMUL Emerging Talent program/LOI awards night in the Cavan Crystal Hotel, in recognition of their participation on the Girls U12 team.

Lucie also received the U12 girls Player of the Year Award.

 Bailieboro Celtic Girls U12 (born 2011/2012) and U14 (born 2009/2010) teams are looking for new girls to join us for the current season.

Have fun, make new friends and become part of a great team sport.

Training every Monday evening 6.15pm at the Vale Soccer grounds.

East Cavan Swim Club: Thank you to Strule Dolphins Swim Club in Omagh for hosting us at our first PTL meet on Saturday evening. Super swimming from both teams with some very exciting races. Well done to both teams.

We are very proud of of all of our swimmers, from our newest to our most experienced, amazing for us to win this meet.

Bailieborough Youth Cafe: Meetings of the Bailieborough Youth Cafe take place at the Beckscourt Centre every Tuesday evening. Junior (10 to 13 year olds) from 5.00pm to 6.00pm and Senior (13+ year olds) from 6.00pm to 7.00pm. For further information, please contact 087 768 4757 or 087 383 0752.  

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to uncles, George (Canada), Dick (UK), Bertie (Dunshaughlin), Willie (Lisball), aunts in law, cousins, relatives, work colleagues in Rehab Care, many friends and neighbours on the death of Derek Smyth, Woodview and formerly Bracklin, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on  Thursday, October 20^th, 2022, peacefully at Lisdarn Care Unit, Cavan, surrounded by his loving family. Derek was predeceased by his parents Robbie and Lucy.

It was Derek ‘s wish, that his body would be donated to Medical Science.

Outdoor Book Club: Outdoor Book Club, Sweet Treat for €4, starting at ‘The Coffee by Bernard’ Dock, on Thursday next, October 27^th at 11.00am, at the Shercock Road entrance to the Castle Lake. Great way of meeting old and new friends in the beautiful setting of the Castle Lake Demense. The plan is to meet up, once a week to discuss and have a chat regarding the chapters you have read and talk about how the story is developing. This group will meet—weather permitting. All welcome.

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club -Hurling News 24^th  October 2022Seniors; The opportunity for redemption for the Seniors as the League Final is scheduled for this coming Saturday at 4pm, venue tbc. Under 13/15/17; A great win for the U13s in the final v Mullahoran. They started a bit slowly but grew into the game and once in their stride the result was never in any doubt. An exemplary bunch of lads who keep improving year on year. The very hard and challenging start to the year got its just reward for sticking with the project by winning the league. Special thanks to Pat and Marcella for their considerable work in bringing the lads to this point and to all our player parents who made all the trips, especially the long trips throughout the year. Nights like Monday make it all worthwhile. Thanks to Keith Greene and Mark O’Rourke from Cavan GAA who ensured we got the main pitch at Kingspan Breffni to showcase the lads skills. Well done to all. Enjoy the break and we’ll plan our attack for 2023!! Under 7/9; The indoor season is well up and running now and the boys are really getting into their stride. Now that most football activity has finished for the year we encourage our friends in the local GAA clubs to send their boys to winter with the hurlers, the more the merrier! Plenty of room for more. No training this Saturday. We return Saturday 5^th  November.

The week ahead; Saturday; No U7/9 this week, Bank Holiday weekend. Seniors League Final v Cootehill 4pm, venue tbc. Club contacts;U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Looking forward to seeing you all at THE 17^th  GALLANT 5KM/10KM CHALLENGE: In aid of St Christopher’s Hospice, Cavan which takes place on Saturday 29^th October 2022. It is so great to be back as it has been three years since our last Challenge and we are so excited. This year’s event will as usual, start and finish at Mac Seains Bar, Cornafean and will be marked out and stewarded along the route to guide you along the way, to whichever distance you decide to participate in. Over the years the Challenge has been an outstanding success, raising €436,000 for this wonderful cause. There will be loads of surprises and craic on the day and it will be a fantastic day for the family.  Entry fee on the day to participate in the Challenge is voluntary. Registration for the Challenge takes place from 12 noon and the Challenge kicks off at 1pm sharp. Anyone wishing to donate to this very worthy cause can do so by leaving donations in the Village Foodstore, Crossdoney.  All donations are greatly accepted. Sponsorship cards or information on the Challenge are available from St Christopher’s Hospice 049-4332999, Ciaran Weir 086-0753309 and the Village Foodstore in Crossdoney. Please COME ALONG and support this worthy cause!!  

Bailieborough Christmas Lights: Public Meeting : Following up on our previous statement and the level of support offered by you all in our community, we are holding a Public Meeting in Bailieborough Courthouse on Thursday evening, 13^th  October at 8.00pm, to discuss how everyone can get involved to ensure that our town is lit up this Christmas. All welcome.

Great Weekend for the Shamrocks: Congratulations and well done to the Under 12 Girls on a great win in the Division 1 Autumn League Final, played on Saturday last in Knockbride, when they beat Cuchulainns by 0-17 to 0-07. Thanks to Blackwell Contracts for their sponsorship, it is very much appreciated.

Well done to the Under 15 Camogie girls on winning the Division 1 Championship final on Saturday afternoon last. Congratulations to the team and management. A big thank you again to Fox’s bar for providing food after the game and to Rita for all her hard work. Thanks also to all the parents for their continued support for what has been a truly remarkable year for camogie in Bailieborough.

Congratulations to the Under 10 Girls who won the Tom Dowd tournament in Crosserlough on Saturday last. They beat Ballyhaise in the final 9-1. They won all their games in their group and played outstanding throughout.

Also well done to the reserves who beat Belturbet in the Reserve Championship. A great end half comeback ! Well done lads. The lads won on a scoreline of Bailieborough 13 points, Belturbet 1—8.  

 Bridge Club: Would you like an affordable and enjoyable night out? Our Bridge Club continues every Tuesday night and offers an opportunity to forget the dark dreary days of winter, in the company of fellow card players. We have prizes every week and competitions provide an opportunity to have your name engraved on one of our perpetual trophies.  New members are always welcome. For more information email: bridgeclubbailieborough@gmail.com or telephone 042-9667944.

Halloween ‘Fright Night’: Fright For Your Lights 2022 is happening!

Join us for an evening full of fun and scares the Bailieborough Town Lake from 6.30pm. For tickets please contact Tony at 086-399-3430.

 Bigger and better than ever. Friday the 28^th of October. Suitable for all ages, from 6.30pm to 9.30pm. Contact Tony at 086 399 3430. 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. Time slots are available every two minutes with groups of 15 allowed per time slot. Tickets are €5 per person. The main sponsor this year is Link Credit Union.

Karate: Karate for children and adults from 7 years of age and up to age 90 takes place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough every Wednesday evening from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. Improve your self-confidence, flexibility and cardio vascular health. For further details, please contact, the 2019 World Karate Champion and four times European Champion, Philip McCarthy on 085 230 7833.

East Knockbride National School: The Parents Association of East Knockbride National School would like to thank everyone who supported and donated to our recent Memorial Fun Run in memory of our former chairman and past pupil the late Seamus Lynch. The total raised was €3,005 which will in turn see East Knockbride NS, Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd. & Cootehill Cancer Care getting €1,000 each. The Parents Association are delighted to be able to support these two amazing charities which have helped so many families over the years. Thank you to everyone who helped out on the day.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended tohusband Tommy, devoted daughters Brenda, Suzanne and Eileen, brother Willie, sisters Lolly and Doreen, sons in law John and James, grandchildren Anthony, Shauna, Lee, Nicole, Darragh, Cillian and Tadhg, great-grandchildren Luka and Hallie, nieces, nephews and extended family and friends on the death of Jean O’Beirne, (nee Denton), Greagharue, Kells Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and formerly Clondalkin, Co. Dublin, who passed away suddenly, at her residence on Saturday, October 8^th, 2022.

A Service of Thanksgiving for Jean’s life took place Tuesday, October 11^th  in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan,followed by cremation.  

 Mainly Music, a fun, interactive music group for preschoolers and their caregivers will take place on Friday mornings from 10am -12noon in the Knockbride Church of Ireland Hall (A82 E377). For parents, grandparents and minders with children and babies under 4. Donation €4. Contact Jenny Horner on 086 342 0299 for more info.

Library: Cavan Library Service is delighted to present the Decade of Centenaries Lecture Series 2022. This autumn the series will be both in-person and online and begins in-person at Bailieborough Library on this Thursday, 13^th October at 7.30pm with guest speaker Dr Liam McNiff and his lecture ‘An Garda Síochána Mutiny May-June 1922’.

All welcome but booking advised as places are limited! Ring Bailieborough Library at 042 9665779 to book.

Chair Exercise Classes Bailieborough Library with Patricia Crimin (nee O’Reilly), free introductory class on Thursday, October 13th2022 from 11am-12.30pm. Phone 086 3679162 or 042 9665779 for more information.

Five Ways to Wellbeing Workshop in Bailieborough Library on

Wednesday, October 12^th at 2.30pm.

The workshop will be delivered by Kim Doherty, Development Officer Mental Health Ireland.

To register: kim@mentalhealthireland or with Bailieborough Library telephone no. 0429665779.

The Five Ways to Wellbeing are simple actions to practice each day to maintain or improve our mental health and wellbeing.

Regretted Death:   Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons Colm and Paul and daughter  Clare, daughters in law Margaret and Caroline, son in law Padraig, sister in law Maise Collins, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family and friends on the death of Brigid O’Brien, (nee Collins), Institute Road, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at St Elizabeth’s Nursing Home, Athboy, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, October 9^th, 2022. Brigid was predeceased by her husband Tommy and son Thomas.

Brigid’s Funeral Mass took place on Tuesday, October 11^th in St Michael’s Church, Staholmog and afterwards, Brigid’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.  

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:  Bailieborough Cancer Comfort are holding a Table Quiz on Friday, October 28^th commencing at 8.30pm. Great prizes on offer. Further details to follow. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

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.

October—Month of the Rosary: The Rosary will be recited at the Grotto on the Virginia Road for the month of October, commencing at 3.00pm (please note the change of time). No Rosary on Saturdays. The small Rosary Group would be delighted to welcome more people to make an effort, just for one month.

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough, every Wednesday evening for the Winter months at 8.00pm. New members welcome.

St. Annes N. S. Parents Association would like to invite parents/guardians of St. Annes N.S. To their first meeting of the new school year on Monday next, October 17^th at 8.00pm, in St. Annes N.S. This is a great opportuinity for new parents/guardians to get involved with the Parents Association. New members welcome.

Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C. : Bailieboro Celtic Girls U12 (born 2011/2012) and U14 (born 2009/2010) teams are looking for new girls to join us for the current season.

Have fun, make new friends and become part of a great team sport.

Training every Monday evening 6.15pm at the Vale Soccer grounds.

Bailieborough Youth Cafe: Meetings of the Bailieborough Youth Cafe take place at the Beckscourt Centre every Tuesday evening. Junior (10 to 13 year olds) from 5.00pm to 6.00pm and Senior (13+ year olds) from 6.00pm to 7.00pm. For further information, please contact 087 768 4757 or 087 383 0752.  

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to mother Ann, brother Joey (Sarah), sisters Natasha, Katrina (Paul), Noelene (Donal), Michaela (John) aunts, uncles, nieces Daireann and Anna, nephews Cathal, Tommy and Oisin, cousins and extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Patrick (Paddy) Lynch, Relaghan, Shercock, Co. Cavan, who passed away suddenly at his residence on Friday, September 30^th 2022. Paddy was predeceased by his father Michael.

Paddy’s Funeral Mass took place in St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Thursday, October 6^th and afterwards, Paddy’s remains were laid to rest in St Anne’s Cemetery.  

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 10^th  October 2022:Seniors; The final group game in the Championship is a must win game v Cootehill on Saturday next. Time and venue tbc. Under 13/15/17; The U13s have qualified for the League final v Mullahoran in Kingspan Breffni on Monday next 17th October. Best wishes to all. U15 and U17 lads are doing great work with the county squads in Breffni. Under 11; Nearing the end of the season with a couple more training sessions before the league final v Cootehill in the coming weeks. Under 7/9; Indoor hurling has returned for the new season every Saturday in Killinkere GAA Hall. Under 7 from 1-2pm and Under 9 from 2-3pm. Great numbers in the first weeks so far. We hope to build on last years success as we head through the Autumn,Winter and Spring all the way to Easter 2023. New players are as always very very welcome. Contact Willie on the number below for further details.

The week ahead;Thursday; Senior training Bailieborough GAA astro 8pm. Saturday; Under 7 at 1pm Under 9 at 2pm at Killinkere GAA hall. Senior Championship v Cootehill, time and venue tbc. Sunday; Senior training 10am Bailieborough Shamrocks. Club contacts;U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.Looking forward to seeing you all at THE 17^th  GALLANT 5KM/10KM

CHALLENGE: In aid of St Christopher’s Hospice, Cavan which takes place on Saturday 29^th October 2022. It is so great to be back as it has been three years since our last Challenge and we are so excited. This year’s event will as usual, start and finish at Mac Seains Bar, Cornafean and will be marked out and stewarded along the route to guide you along the way, to whichever distance you decide to participate in. Over the years the Challenge has been an outstanding success, raising €436,000 for this wonderful cause. There will be loads of surprises and craic on the day and it will be a fantastic day for the family.  Entry fee on the day to participate in the Challenge is voluntary. Registration for the Challenge takes place from 12 noon and the Challenge kicks off at 1pm sharp. Anyone wishing to donate to this very worthy cause can do so by leaving donations in the Village Foodstore, Crossdoney.  All donations are greatly accepted. Sponsorship cards or information on the Challenge are available from St Christopher’s Hospice 049-4332999, Ciaran Weir 086-0753309 and the Village Foodstore in Crossdoney. Please COME ALONG and support this worthy cause!!  

Bailieborough Christmas Lights: Christmas is a time for family and friends, good cheer, good wishes and an extra- special time for children celebrating the season and enjoying the Town being lit up. Unfortunately, we find ourselves in a position whereby there may not be any Christmas lights on the town this year. Over the past few years a group of volunteers, with mostly no business interest in the town, have been organizing events around the town such as, The St. Patrick’s Day Parade, The Midsummer Festival, The Halloween Fright Night and The Christmas Lights. As many of you are aware, The St. Patrick’s Day Parade didn’t go ahead this year, due to a lack of support from members of our community. The town’s Christmas Lights now find ourselves in a similar position which leaves us with no option but to call on the community and businesses of the town to get involved and show your support. If we get the support we need to make this happen, we will hold a public meeting and discuss how we can go forward. It is our town and everybody needs to be involved to ensure that all can enjoy The Christmas Lights, along with all the other community events that happen, so that nobody is disappointed. Be the Somebody who makes these events possible.

Harvest Services: Harvest is one of the most special times of year in our churches. The whole community is invited into our churches, and everyone will receive a warm welcome. Here are the dates for your diary:

Sunday 2^nd  October in Knockbride Parish Church at 7:30pm and

Sunday 9^th  October in Shercock Parish Church at 3pm.

Bailieborough Community School: The Bailieborough Community School’s Parents Association will hold their Annual General Meeting in the school on Wednesday, October 5^th at 8.00pm. New parents are most welcome to attend as a full committee will be nominated for the coming year. A large attendance is expected. Please contact, Kevin Carolan, Board of Management on 086 3759 627 for further information.

Congratulations: Congratulations to the players, management , parents and supporters of the Killann Community Games Under 12 Ladies team who are the 2022 Bronze Medal All Ireland U12 Community Games winners following their achievements in Limerick last weekend.  

What an achievement for their first year of competing.

We are beyond proud of each and every one of you girls and your management  You have represented your, Clubs, Parish, Families, County and Province with class and prowess. Super achievement.

RECENTLY DECEASED: Please remember in your prayers Michael Daly, formerly of Cavantymahon who died suddenly on Tuesday 6^th of September and will be buried on Friday, 30^th  September 2022 in Peterborough, England. May he rest in peace.

Bailieborough Bridge Club: Would you like an affordable and enjoyable night out? Our Bridge Club meets every Tuesday night and offers an opportunity to forget the dark dreary days of winter, in the company of fellow card players. We have prizes every week and competitions provide an opportunity to have your name engraved on one of our perpetual trophies. Play resumes on Tuesday next, October 4^th  and new members are always welcome. For more information email: bridgeclubbailieborough@gmail.com or telephone 042-9667944.

Karate: Karate for children and adults from 7 years of age and up to age 90 takes place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough every Wednesday evening from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. Improve your self-confidence, flexibility and cardio vascular health. For further details, please contact, the 2019 World Karate Champion and four times European Champion, Philip McCarthy on 085 230 7833.

Niamh Crosby Comfort Room: Local man Peter Crosby, who lost his daughter Niamh, to ovarian cancer, on Sunday September 18^th lastled a motorbike run from Bailieborough to St James’ Hospital to show off  the new facility that their various fundraising efforts had achieved.

Niamh’s Family Comfort Room has been created in St James in her memory and as a way for her family to give something back to the hospital that looked after their daughter through her illness. Peter has organised a number of fundraisers in memory of his beloved daughter and in doing so has raised in excess of  €20,000—most of which has come from the annual Niamh Crosby Easter Sunday Memorial Run.

Peter arranged a separate run on September 18^th  last, as he believed it is important for all the 55 motorcyclists on the day and the many others who had taken part in the runs and who also helped him fundraise, to see what their efforts had achieved.

Blessing of Pets: On Tuesday evening next, October 4^th at 6.30pm, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, and to conclude the celebration of the season of Creation, Fr. Ultan will lead a short Prayer Service and Blessing of Pets on the lawn on the Virginia Road side of St. Anne’s Church. All are welcome and please bring your furry friends!!

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sister Edith Branyan, nephews Robert and David, niece June Bees, relatives, friends and wonderful neighbours on the death of  John (Johnny) Armstrong, Drumacarrow, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Sunday, September 18^th, 2022.

Johnny’s Funeral Service took place on Wednesday, September 21^st in Trinity Presbyterian Church, Bailieborough and afterwards, Johnny’s remains were laid to rest in Old Urcher Graveyard. 

Rainbow ‘Tractor Run’: Rainbow Tractor Club are having a run on Sunday next, 2^nd  October from Killinkere Leisure Centre for Down Syndrome Centre North East. All tractors, vintage cars and motorbikes are very welcome. Registration is at 10.30 and the run commences at 12.30 approx. Refreshments before and after run and spot prizes. Please support this very worthy cause.

Mainly Music, a fun, interactive music group for preschoolers and their caregivers will take place on Friday mornings from 10am -12noon in the Knockbride Church of Ireland Hall (A82 E377). For parents, grandparents and minders with children and babies under 4. Donation €4. Contact Jenny Horner on 086 342 0299 for more info.

Library: Chair Exercise Classes Bailieborough Library with Patricia Crimin (nee O’Reilly), free introductory class on Thursday, October 13th2022 from 11am-12.30pm. Phone 086 3679162 or 042 9665779 for more information.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:  Bailieborough Cancer Comfort are holding a Table Quiz on Friday, October 28^th commencing at 8.30pm. Further details to follow.

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.

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Eileen, daughter Sandra, son Colin, daughter-in-law Angela, sisters Gladys and Violet (Derby, England), grandchildren Rachel, Michael, James and Cian, great-grandchildren Thomas and Tiernan, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Cecil Smyth, Wilton, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan,, who passed away peacefully at Lisdarn Care Unit in Cavan surrounded by his loving family on Monday, September 20^th, 2022.  Cecil was predeceased by his son-in-law Thomas and brother Bobby.

Cecil’s Funeral Service took place in Bailieborough Parish Church on Thursday, 22^nd  September and afterwards Cecil’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining graveyard.  

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough, every Wednesday evening for the Winter months at 8.00pm. New members welcome.

Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C. : Bailieboro Celtic Girls U12 (born 2011/2012) and U14 (born 2009/2010) teams are looking for new girls to join us for the current season.

Have fun, make new friends and become part of a great team sport.

Training every Monday evening 6.15pm at the Vale Soccer grounds.

Bailieborough Youth Cafe: Meetings of the Bailieborough Youth Cafe take place at the Beckscourt Centre every Tuesday evening. Junior (10 to 13 year olds) from 5.00pm to 6.00pm and Senior (13+ year olds) from 6.00pm to 7.00pm. For further information, please contact 087 768 4757 or 087 383 0752.  

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Indoor hurling has returned to Killinkere GAA Hall. Every Saturday. Under 7 from 1-2pm, Under 9 from 2-3pm. Equipment supplied while learning the game with us. €3 per session. Contact Willie Gaughan 086 1649280. This is a regional club so all are welcome from all local communities and GAA clubs.  Contacts; U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Congratulations: Congratulations and Well Done to Bailieborough Shamrocks stalwarts, Michael Clinch and Shane Dillon and the Cavan Gaelic Masters team, who played in the Gaelic Masters Plate Final against Mayo on Saturday last. The Cavan lads emerged victorious by a single point. Well done to you all on a marvellous achievement. 

Bailieborough Bridge Club: Would you like an affordable and enjoyable night out? Our Bridge Club meets every Tuesday night and offers an opportunity to forget the dark dreary days of winter, in the company of fellow card players. We have prizes every week and competitions provide an opportunity to have your name engraved on one of our perpetual trophies. Play resumes on October 4^th  and new members are always welcome. For more information email: bridgeclubbailieborough@gmail.com or telephone 042-9667944.

Bailieborough Heritage Society: Bailieborough Library are delighted to host a photographic exhibition entitled, ‘Portraits of Bailieborough Town’ collated by the Bailieborough Heritage Society, depicting many images of days gone by in the town of Bailieborough. Celebrating Heritage Week, the exhibition is on display in the Library until September 20^th  2022 during Library opening hours and is free to view to all the public!

Mainly Music, a fun, interactive music group for preschoolers and their caregivers will take place on Friday mornings from 10am -12noon in the Knockbride Church of Ireland Hall (A82 E377). For parents, grandparents and minders with children and babies under 4. Donation €4. Contact Jenny Horner on 086 342 0299 for more info.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Frances, daughters Susan, Alice, Rita and Veronica, sons Thomas and Stephen, sisters Maura and Kathleen, brothers Phelim and Noel, sons in law Kevin, Charlie, Graham and Gareth, daughters in law Claire and Annmarie, grandchildren, nephews, nieces and extended family and friends on the death of Vincent O’Reilly Drumooclin, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at Cavan General Hospital on Friday, September 9^th 2022.

Vincent’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Chapel on Monday, September 12^th and afterwards, his remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.

Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: Bailieborough Shamrocks  presented a cheque to the Bailieborough Cancer Comfort committee which came from the Kickathon Fundraiser held during Covid. The grand total raised was €23,000. Many thanks must go to the Fundraising Commitee for coming up with the idea and running an excellent event during a very tough time. The Club were delighted to be able to give such a fantastic sum of money to an extremely worthwhile cause, one that hits close to nearly every home at some stage in their lives.

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.

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: Girls wanted to join our new Under 14 team (born 2009/2010). Pre-season training takes place on Monday evenings from 6.15pm to 7.15pm at the Vale Grounds.

Bailieborough Creative Hub: Bailieborough Creative Hub presents their annual exhibition in Bailieborough Library, ‘Page 10…Line 5…’

Launching at 7pm on Culture Night, Friday September 23^rd  2022 and everyone is welcome.

The inspiration for this year’s exhibition has been drawn from books and more specifically page 10, line 5 from the artists selected book.

The artwork may reflect the theme of the book or just one word from the line, which has then been interpreted in the artist’s own creative and unique style.

The final result is a diverse exhibition.

Words offer an interesting starting point to create a piece of art so find page 10, line 5 in your favourite book and maybe you will be inspired to create your own piece of art.

Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough, every Wednesday evening for the Winter months at 8.00pm. New members welcome.

 Historical Talk: Virginia and District Historical Society are hosting a talk on “Ballykinlar Internment Camp” by our Parish Priest, Fr. Ultan McGoohan at 8.30pm on Friday evening, 16^th September 2022 at The People’s Hall, Church of Ireland grounds, Virginia, Co. Cavan. All welcome.

Bailieborough Youth Cafe: Meetings of the Bailieborough Youth Cafe take place at the Beckscourt Centre every Tuesday evening. Junior (10 to 13 year olds) from 5.00pm to 6.00pm and Senior (13+ year olds) from 6.00pm to 7.00pm. For further information, please contact 087 768 4757 or 087 383 0752.  

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –Club contacts; U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.

Blessing of the Graves: The Blessing of the Graves will take place in St. Annes Cemetery, Bailieborough on Sunday, September 4^th at 12 noon. As the Cemetery is vast, it is impossible for one Priest to Bless every single grave. Therefore, each family is asked to bring Holy Water to bless your individual plot.

This is the first such gathering in three years and people are encouraged to arrive in good time and to be patient, most especially, when leaving the Cemetery. Toilets will be available in the Cemetery grounds. If you are tidying your plot during the week, please bring a bag with you and take home anything you are removing from your family plot. Volunteers are needed to help with carparking. Please contact the Parish Office on 042 96 65117.

Pedestrian Crossing at Model National School:

Works on the new Pedestrian Crossing at the Model School are continuing and will be ongoing for the next 2 weeks.

These works will also see the footpath on the opposite site of Church Street – adjacent to Church of Ireland – widened. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to approach the area with caution.

Parish Green Group: Great work was carried out last week by Barry Kavanagh and Eilísh Larkin creating access to our wonderful wetland habitat on the Parish land beside the Town Lake. This is an initiative of the Parish Green Group. It is hoped to use this access as a space to educate the local school children about our natural environment. Fr Ultan also proved to be very skillful on the digger!!

Bailieborough Heritage Society: Bailieborough Library are delighted to host a photographic exhibition entitled, ‘Portraits of Bailieborough Town’ collated by the Bailieborough Heritage Society, depicting many images of days gone by in the town of Bailieborough. Celebrating Heritage Week, the exhibition is on display in the Library until September 20^th  2022 during Library opening hours and is free to view to all the public!

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to son, Joe O’Reilly (Dromore), daughter in law Carmel, grandchildren Sean (Edel), Brendan (Caroline), Pauline (Carl), James (Joan), great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Kathleen Ismay (nee O’Reilly), Urcher, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully on Sunday,  21^st  August 2022, in her 100th year, at Fairlawns Nursing Home, Bailieborough surrounded by her loving family. 

Kathleen was predeceased by her husband Robert (Bob) . Kathleen’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church on Tuesday, August 23^rd and afterwards, Kathleen’s remains were laid to rest in St Anne’s Cemetery.

Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday: August 31^st Castle Lake- Bailieborough. 1.5hrs (E) 1hour. Walk commences at 7.15pm at Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough. All welcome. This is the final walk of the season. 

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.

Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Lorraine and children, father Tommy, brother Martin, sisters Susan and Caroline, and extended family and friends on the death of Thomas Gillick, Caterham, Surrey, and formerly of Drumbannon, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Monday, the 25^th  of July, 2022, peacefully following a short illness of cancer. Thomas was predeceased by his mother Elizabeth Gillick.

Thomas’s  month’s mind took place in St Anne’s Church on Wednesday, the 24^th  of August, and afterwards, the burial of his ashes, took place in St Anne’s Cemetery.  

Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: Girls wanted to join our new Under 14 team (born 2009/2010). Pre-season training takes place on Monday evenings from 6.15pm to 7.15pm at the Vale Grounds.

Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to brother Jimmy (Cavan), sister-in-law Gertie, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Philip (Phil) Markey, Navangate, Trim, Co. Meath and formerly Drumeva, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at Our Lady’s Hospital, Navan, after a short illness on Saturday, August 20^th, 2022. Philip is predeceased by his beloved wife Nellie (nee O’Brien).

Phil’s Funeral Mass took place onTuesday, August 23^rd in Saint Patrick’s Church, Trim, and afterwards Phil’s remains were laid to rest in Saint Loman’s Cemetery, Trim. 

Lakelands Taekwondo Training: Returns to St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel Road on Monday next, September 5^th, 2022. Children 5 to 11 years from 7.00pm to 8.00pm and children 12 to 16 years from 8.00pm to 9.00pm.

Adults Training: Returns on Friday, September 9^th frrom 8.00pm to 9.00pm in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. For further information on all these sessions, please contact 085 127 1979. 

East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –Club contacts; U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.