Moynalty Drama present Jimmy Keary’s ‘Mother Knows Best’ in Muintir Na Tire Hall, Moynalty on Fri March 22nd, Sat March 23rd & Sun March 24th at 8pm. Tickets €15 and Students/OAP’s €12.50 Purchase on the door or can be reserved by calling 089-4709169.
Best Wishes from London: On Friday 9th February 2024, James Brady of Tullywaltra along with his son Ciaran, both of north London, were visiting Bailieborough to see Family and Friends and they were staying at the Bailie Hotel, now under the new management of Austin Kelly of Bailieboro / Dublin, where they were made more than welcome. James and Austin have known one another since school days.
James left Bailieboro 65 years ago, to travel to London, to live and work and while there, he met his wife Margaret from London. They have two sons, Ciaran and Emmet. The whole family traveled to Ireland to holiday in Bailieboro and West Cork, almost every year since they married in 1974.
Out of the family of John and Ellen Brady— late of Drumanespic, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, James was the only one that went to London. The other three children went to the U.S.A . The oldest Terence went to Florida and is now deceased, Anna Marie Maddock nee, Brady is also deceased, and lived in many US States.
The third sibling Tommy settled in New York and has lived there for over 60 years, and is married to Betty and have a grown up son Micheal . The youngest is Martha Keaskin nee Brady, of Seeorum, Bailieborough.
James congratulated Austin on his new venture and wished him many years of success. James and Ciaran were Austin’s, first guests at the Bailie Hotel, where they spent three nights and were treated like super stars. James said nothing was to much bother for Austin and his staff.
They were offered wake-up calls with tea and coffee followed by, full Irish breakfast. During the day at any return to the hotel, refreshments were offered and also a gastronomic evening meal. In the evenings, they were joined by James’s nephew, Karl Keaskin, his wife Nessa and family, who are natives of the town.
James wishes Kathleen and Austin Kelly, lots of good luck in the Bailie Hotel, and hopes to return to the Bailie before the end of 2024. James Brady, London.
The Heritage Council: Five monuments across Ireland have been selected for inclusion in the Heritage Council’s Adopt a Monument Scheme 2024. The scheme offers communities expertise, mentoring and support to help them to care for their local heritage.
The sites included in this year’s scheme are Bailieborough Church and Graveyard, Co Cavan, Cooley Cross and graveyard, near Moville, Co Donegal, Altan Farm Summerhouse, Dunlewey, Co Donegal, Rathbeagh ringfort, Co Kilkenny and Court Abbey, Lavagh, Co Sligo.
‘New Life Choir’: Join us in Bailieborough Church of Ireland Church on Monday 18th March at 7pm to see the Abaana New Life Choir perform a range of worship and traditional African music and dances while telling us stories of life in Uganda. It is sure to be an amazing night which you will not want to miss. Admission is free – we will be taking a collection in aid of Abaana’s work in Uganda on the night. Everybody welcome.
School Enrolment: St. Brigid’s National School, Tunnyduff is currently inviting applications for admission to Junior Infants for 2024/2025. Please telephone the school at 042 9660368 or email office@tunnyduffns.ie for further information. Completed applications must be returned by Friday 8th March 2024.
Bailieborough ‘Active Age’ Group: Next social meeting is on Tuesday, March 12th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. A warm welcome to all.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to brothers Patrick (Rose), Michael (Colleen), Paul (Brenda), Brendan, Gabriel (Ann), Raymond (Mary Rose), sisters Breda, Mary (Michael) and Sheila (Jim), nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins, extended family and friends on the death of their brother Philip Cooney, Monaghanoose, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan who passed away peacefully on Saturday, 23rd February 2024 at Shrewsbury House Nursing Home, Dublin. Philip was predeceased by his parents Phil and Bridie and brothers Eamon and Kieran.
Philip’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Wednesday, February 28th and afterwards, Philip’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Annual Niamh Crosby Memorial Run: The annual Niamh Crosby Memorial Run will take place on Easter Sunday, March 31st, 2024. Registration will take place at Enagh House, on the Bailieborough/Virginia Rd., from 10am and the run will commence at 12 noon. All bikes welcome and entry fee is €20.
New Board Members Needed: Bailieborough Resource childcare are actively seeking new directors and members to join our Board of Management / Trustees.
We are a community based service run by a voluntary Board of Management. The Board of Management is made up of a mixture of parents of children attending the service, local interested people and people that have skills and knowledge that are particularly useful on a board. (Such skills might include budgeting, accounting, childcare management, human resources, management experience etc.)
If you think you might interested in becoming a member or director of our BOM, please email bailieboroughresourcehouse@gmail.com with an expression of interest.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: All floats welcome : Vintage cars, bikes, tractors, Comedy floats, Sports clubs, All Business Floats, Entry of floats is FREE of charge.
Great chance to promote your business club etc.
Prizes to be awarded: Best Comedy Float €500, Best Club €300, Best Commercial Float €200 and there will also be a prize for the Best Window. There will also be a Marching Band, Comedy, Fancy Dress and lots, lots more.
Raffle tickets are now on sale in local shops and businesses around Bailieborough town. Great prizes to be won! All proceeds support our St. Patrick’s Day Parade. We are also looking for some stewards to help out on the day. Please contact any committee member if you are interested.
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 Bowls: Bowls continues on Wednesday’s at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are very welcome.
Teen Girl Bailieborough Forest Camp: As part of Women In Sport Week, Cavan Sports Partnership are delighted to run a Teen Girl Forest Camp on Saturday 9th March from 2pm-5pm in Bailieborough Castle Lake Forest.
Cost €12 (excluding online booking fee)
This fun, sociable and interactive Camp will involve adventure walks, nature crafts, bushcraft tool skills and much more!
To register click the link below
Bridge: Bridge Results: Tuesday, February 20th : 1st Mary Cronin and Rena Coleman. 2nd Rosaleen Mackey and Kathy O’Sullivan. 3rd Patty Clarke and Rose Brennan. Best Gross: Mary Cronin and Rena Coleman.
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Lakelands Taekwondo and Self Defence, Adult Classes: Improve your strength, fitness, flexability, stamina and agility. Takes place every Friday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8.00pm. All enquiries to 085 127 1979.
Bailieborough Library: Next Library Book Club meeting is on Tuesday, March 26th at 6.30pm. New members are always welcome
Add a new dimension to your walking with Activator Poles, which are now available to borrow at the Library. There will be a FREE demonstration on how to use the activator poles on Wednesday, March 20th at 12pm at the Library, and all are welcome.
Craft Group meets every Friday at 10.30am and new members are always 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 last Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. This month’s is on Wednesday, March 27th . No appointment is necessary.
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.
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short again, there will be 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 4th March 2024
Senior; No intercounty game this past week as Cavan, with ECG men in tow, prepared for two monstrous games v Armagh and Monaghan in NHL over the next few weeks.
County U20s continued in the Ulster Development league with an away game v Monaghan. The final round is next Sunday v Fermanagh.
Senior club training in the club is on the horizon as the Spring league comes up at the end of the month.
New club app;We now have our own app. Look up East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club wherever you get your apps!
Membership is now due and can be done through the app.
U8/10/12/14/16/18; No county training this week so we will do a light session on Thursday evening at 8pm for all U12/14/16 on the astro at Bailieboro Celtic AFC.
After school continues in the three local venues. The U12s had a great evening in Dundalk on Friday last as they had lots of games v clubs from Louth and Monaghan.
The week ahead;
Wednesday; After school hurling Shercock AC. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm, 4th-6th class 4.30pm.
Thursday; After school hurling Mullagh Community Sports Centre. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm. Club U12/14/16 8pm astro Bailieboro Celtic AFC.
Friday; After school hurling Bailieborough Community School Sports hall. Up to 3rd class 2.45pm, 4th-6th class 3.45. All after school sessions €3 each please.
U12 blitz Dundalk 7pm.
Saturday; NHL 3A v Armagh in Kingspan Breffni 2pm.
Sunday; .Cavan U20s v Fermanagh at home.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Women’s World Day of Prayer: The ‘Women’s World Day of Prayer’ Service will be held in Corglass Presbyterian Church on this Friday, March 1st at 8.00pm. Guest speaker will be Jenny Horner. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Public Meeting: You are welcome to the launch of the new Tidy Town Landscape and Natural Heritage plan for Bailieborough on Thursday, 29th February in the Courthouse at 7.30pm. Come along and hear about the exciting projects planned for our town.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: We are thrilled to announce that Abaana’s New Life Choir will be travelling all the way from Uganda to perform for us on Monday 18th March. Make sure to keep this night free and invite your friends and family as it is sure to be an incredible night.
Bailieborough ‘Active Age’ Group: Next social meeting is on Tuesday, March 12th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. A warm welcome to all.
Deepest Sympathy: The death has occurred of Eugene (Janie) Smith, Stramaquerty, Virginia, Co. Cavan and late of Drumbannon, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, peacefully at his daughter Mary Delaney’s home, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024. Eugene was recently predeceased by his brother Vincent (London), his wife Mary, his grandson Simon and grand daughter Emma and great grandson Daniel, his sister Mary and brothers Peter and Nicholas. Eugene will be sadly missed by his loving daughter Mary and his son Patsy (Carlanstown), his son in law Joe, his daughter in law Mary, his grandchildren Sharon (Finnegan), Wayne, Peter, Donna and Kelly, his fourteen great grandchildren, his sisters Eileen and Peggy, brothers in law, sister in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and a wide circle of friends.
Eugene’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Ultan’s Church, Killinkere on Thursday, February 22nd 2024 and afterwards Eugene’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.
New Board Members Needed: Bailieborough Resource childcare are actively seeking new directors and members to join our Board of Management / Trustees.
We are a community based service run by a voluntary Board of Management. The Board of Management is made up of a mixture of parents of children attending the service, local interested people and people that have skills and knowledge that are particularly useful on a board. (Such skills might include budgeting, accounting, childcare management, human resources, management experience etc.)
If you think you might interested in becoming a member or director of our BOM, please email bailieboroughresourcehouse@gmail.com with an expression of interest.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: All floats welcome : Vintage cars, bikes, tractors,
Comedy floats, Sports clubs, All Business Floats, Entry of floats is FREE of charge.
Great chance to promote your business club etc.
P rizes to be awarded: Best Comedy Float €500, Best Club €300, Best Commercial Float €200 and there will also be a prize for the Best Window. There will also be a Marching Band, Comedy, Fancy Dress and lots, lots more.
Saint Anne’s National School: Parents Association: The Saint Anne’s N.S. Parents Association are holding a ‘Bake Sale’ on Sunday, March 3rd at 11.00am in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. Why not pop over for a cake! Raffle for great prizes, Kid’s gifts and Mother’s Day hampers. All donations welcome and can be dropped off at 10.15am. Raffle for spot prizes on the day. Please support.
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.
Information evening :An information evening on the supports available for vacant and derelict buildings from SEAI and Local Enterprise Office as well as information on energy upgrades for businesses will take place on Monday next, 4th March at 7.30pm in the Bailie Hotel. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Bailieborough Bowls: Bowls continues on Wednesday’s at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are very welcome.
Teen Girl Bailieborough Forest Camp: As part of Women In Sport Week, Cavan Sports Partnership are delighted to run a Teen Girl Forest Camp on Saturday 9th March from 2pm-5pm in Bailieborough Castle Lake Forest.
Cost €12 (excluding online booking fee)
This fun, sociable and interactive Camp will involve adventure walks, nature crafts, bushcraft tool skills and much more!
To register click the link below
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to loving wife Ann, sons Declan and Padraig, daughter-in-law Aisling, adored grandchildren Shane, Laura and Alannah, brother Matt, sisters-in-law Kathleen and Nancy, brother-in-law Michael, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends on the death of Patrick (Packie Joe) Brady, who passed away peacefully in Cavan General Hospital, in his 90th year, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, 17th February 2024, late of Caventymahon, Tunnyduff, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.
Patrick’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West on Tuesday, February 20th and afterwards Patrick’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
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Bridge: Bridge Results: Tuesday, February 13th 1st Sean Kellegher and Brid Murray. 2nd Vera Bell and Mary Cronin. 3rd Betty Olwell and Rosaleen Mackey. Best Gross: Sean Kellegher and Brid Murray. Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Lakelands Taekwondo and Self Defence, Adult Classes: Improve your strength, fitness, flexability, stamina and agility. Takes place every Friday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8.00pm. All enquiries to 085 127 1979.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Seamus McCabe, Church View, Broomfield, Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan, and formerly of Edenagully, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, peacefully at his home in his 92nd year on Monday, 12th of February, 2024.
Pre-deceased by his wife Kathleen, mother of Ann (Coates), Martin, Lorcan, Catriona (Lynch), Mary, and Lucy (Carolan) and husband of the late Anna Martin.
Seamus will be sadly missed by his sons and daughters, sons-in-law Kieran, Michael, Graeme and Stephen and daughter-in-law Bríd. Deeply regretted by his grandchildren Dwayne, Stephen, Ryan, Laura, Michelle, Padraig, Aaron, Sean, Shane, Andrea, Sineád, and Shannon, great grandson Shea, sisters Marieileen and Theresa; both based in Canada as well as his carers, extended relatives, and friends.
Seamus’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday, 15th February in St. Patrick’s Church, Broomfield, Co. Monaghan and afterwards Seamus’s remains were laid to rest in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan.
Cavan Sports Partnership: Women’s ‘Dip and Dash’ : Kick off Women in Sport week by signing up to our ‘Dip and Dash’ event taking place in Bailieborough Leisure Club.
Complete a 200m swim followed by a 2k walk or run.
Enjoy a complimentary coffee and a treat once you complete the course.
A Dip and Dash is the perfect way to try out a dual sport, have fun and meet other like minded women! The event takes place at Bailieborough Leisure Centre on Sunday, March 3rd, commencing at 9.00am.
Bailieborough Library:
Craft Group meets every Friday at 10.30am and new members are always welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: Massive well done to both our girls teams, who have had a very productive and successful weekend. Our U12 girls put in a fantastic performance in their cup semi final against Monaghan Utd, and now progress to the Cup Final. And not to be outdone, our U14 girls came away with a hard fought and well deserved semi final win, against a strong Kingscourt side, to also progress to a Cup Final. Girls soccer is well and truly thriving at Bailieboro Celtic….keep it going girls, we’re all very proud of ye!!
Congratulations to Bailieboro Celtic U13 Boys who secured a great win against a strong Kingscourt side, to advance to the Cup Final.
Football for All has resumed on Wednesday evenings, from 6 to 7pm at The Vale soccer grounds.
New participants always 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 last Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. This month’s is on Wednesday, February 28th. No appointment is necessary.
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.
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short again, there will be 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 26th February 2024
Senior; NHL Division 3A Hasting Insurance McHale Park, Castlebar.
Mayo 2-17, Cavan 1-13.
Full report on the ECG app and Facebook. More good work from the East Cavan crew out west.
Club adult training is a few weeks away in preparation for what promises to be a very competitive season ahead.
Cavan U20s; Another good workout v Armagh in the Development league. Next up is a trip to Monaghan next Sunday
New club app; We now have our own app. Look up East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club wherever you get your apps!
U8/10/12/14/16/18; Club training for U12/14/16 will resume in the next weeks. In the meantime lots are with the county U15/17 squads while the rest are getting hurling in their after school hubs locally.
The week ahead;
Monday’s; Cavan U15 training 6-710pm Kingspan Breffni 3G.
Wednesday; After school hurling Shercock AC. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm, 4th-6th class 4.30pm.
Thursday; After school hurling Mullagh Community Sports Centre. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm,
Friday; After school hurling Bailieborough Community School Sports hall. Up to 3rd class 2.45pm, 4th-6th class 3.45. All after school sessions €3 each please.
U12 blitz Dundalk 7pm.
Saturday;NHL 3A v Mayo away in Hastings Insurance MacHale Park 2pm.
Sunday;.Cavan U20s v Monaghan away.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Launch of Tidy Towns Plan – Landscape and Natural Heritage Design Proposal:
Bailieborough Tidy Towns in conjunction with the Town Centre First initiative have been working together to develop a new Tidy Town Plan for Bailieborough. The aim of the plan is to aid Bailieborough plan and manage current and future projects within the remit of the National Tidy Towns Competition. The launch of the plan will take place on Thursday, 29th February in Bailieborough Courthouse at 7.30pm.
Everyone is welcome to attend.
For further details in respect of the event please contact:
Seamus Rahill, Bailieborough Tidy Towns: sjrahill@gmail.com or
Caroline Brady, Town Regeneration Officer Cavan Co. Council: cbrady@cavancoco.ie
Photographic Exhibition:Friends of Castle Lake Catchment photography exhibition, ‘The Colour of Nature’, takes place at the Library until the end of February.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: We are thrilled to announce that Abaana’s New Life Choir will be travelling all the way from Uganda to perform for us on Monday 18th March. Make sure to keep this night free and invite your friends and family as it is sure to be an incredible night.
Bailieborough ‘Active Age’ Group:
Next social meeting is on Tuesday, February 27th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. A warm welcome to all.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: All floats welcome : Vintage cars, bikes, tractors,
Comedy floats, Sports clubs, All Business Floats, Entry of floats is FREE of charge.
Great chance to promote your business club etc.
P rizes to be awarded: Best Comedy Float €500, Best Club €300, Best Commercial Float €200 and there will also be a prize for the Best Window. There will also be a Marching Band, Comedy, Fancy Dress and lots, lots more.
Saint Anne’s National School: Parents Association: The Saint Anne’s N.S. Parents Association are holding a ‘Bake Sale’ on Sunday, March 3rd at 11.00am in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. Why not pop over for a cake! Raffle for great prizes, Kid’s gifts and Mother’s Day hampers. All donations welcome and can be dropped off at 10.15am. Raffle for spot prizes on the day. Please support.
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.
Information evening in Bailieborough on supports available for vacant and derelict buildings and energy upgrades for businesses.
Cavan County Council in collaboration with Cavan County Local Development
(CCLD) will host an information evening for owners of vacant and derelict properties
as well as for businesses to hear about supports that are currently available to them
for refurbishment, and for energy upgrades of their properties. The event will take
place on Monday 4th March in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm. The event is free and
while it is targeted at businesses and property owners in Bailieborough, it is open to
everyone to attend. A number of companies will be attending on the night to provide
advice and information on retrofitting for businesses.
For further details in respect of the event please contact:
Caroline Brady, Town Regeneration Officer, Cavan County Council: cbrady@cavancoco.ie or Mary McCabe SEC Mentor CCLD: mmccabe@ccld.ie
Knockbride Bazaar: The Knockbride bazaar takes place in in Tunnyduff Hall on Friday next, 23rd February at 8pm. Great selection of prizes and everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Bowls: Bowls continues on Wednesday’s at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are very welcome.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to children, Tommie, Annie, Stephen, Johnnie, Martin, Louise and Richard, brothers Raymond, Tony, Alfie and Desmond, sister Kathleen, grandchildren, great grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and large circle of friends on the death of John (Johnnie) Gilsenan, Tierworker, Kells, Co. Meath, who passed away on Saturday, 17th February 2024, peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Johnnie was predeceased by his wife Phylis and daughter Dawn.
Johnnie’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Patrick’s Church, Tierworker on Monday, February 19th and afterwards Johnnie’s remains were laid to rest in the new Moybologue Cemetery.
Bridge: Bridge Results: Tuesday, February 13th, 2024: 1st Rosaleen Mackey and Kathy O’Sullivan. 2nd Tom Moran and John Mcgahan. Joint 3rd: Vera Bell and Una Stafford and Brendan Gavin and Colette Gavin. Best Gross.. Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson.. Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Killann Community Games: Following on from our meeting last Thursday evening, Killann Community Games hope to enter teams/individuals in the following competitions:
Gaelic football – U10 Boys, U12 Girls, U14 Girls,
Outdoor Soccer – U12 Girls, U15 Girls,
Athletics – U8, U10, U12, U14, U16,
Swimming www.communitygames.ie/swimming.html
Gymnastics.
However, we would love to provide the children and teenagers living within our Bailieborough/Shercock catchment area with the opportunity to compete in some other events, and with that in mind, we have selected the following additional competitions for the coming year. Obviously, this depends on having adequate numbers interested, but also, having more parents/adults on board to help out.
Futsal – U13 Girls, U15 Girls
Rounders – U13, U15 www.communitygames.ie/rounders.html
Tag Rugby/Rugby 7’s
Hurling – U11 Boys
Art www.communitygames.ie/art.html
Quiz U14 www.communitygames.ie/quiz.html
Chess U11, U13, U16
Debating U16
If you have a child interested in participating in any of these competitions, or, perhaps they have an interest in another event, please contact us via our Facebook page.
The full list of events can be explored on the Community Games website: www.communitygames.ie/events.html
Finally, if you are a parent/adult with some experience in any of the above events, and would consider giving a hand or even doing a bit of coaching, please get in touch via our FB page.
Lakelands Taekwondo and Self Defence, Adult Classes: Improve your strength, fitness, flexability, stamina and agility. Takes place every Friday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8.00pm. All enquiries to 085 127 1979.
Women’s World Day of Prayer: The ‘Women’s World Day of Prayer’ Service will be held in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Friday, March 1st at 8.00pm. Guest speaker will be Jenny Horner. Everyone welcome.
Cavan Sports Partnership: Women’s ‘Dip and Dash’ : Kick off Women in Sport week by signing up to our ‘Dip and Dash’ event taking place in Bailieborough Leisure Club.
Complete a 200 m swim followed by a 2k walk or run.
Enjoy a complimentary coffee and a treat once you complete the course.
A Dip and Dash is the perfect way to try out a dual sport, have fun and meet other like minded women! The event takes place at Bailieborough Leisure Centre on Sunday, March 3rd, commencing at 9.00am.
Bailieborough Library: ‘Thank you’ to everyone who attended the January meeting of the Library Book Club. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, February 27th at 6.30pm and new members are always welcome. Copies of February’s read, ‘Antarctica’ by Claire Keegan are available to borrow at the Library desk.
Craft Group meets every Friday at 10.30am and new members are always welcome
‘Colour of Nature’ Photographic Exhibition featuring images from the local catchment area may be viewed at the Library during Library opening hours.
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 Wednesday—please note the change of day— of each month from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.
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.
Celebrating ‘Ireland Reads Day’ 2024 : The Library will host a FREE ‘Mindfulness’ Story time and Art workshop for children aged 8-12 years on Saturday next February 24th from 10.30am-12.30pm. Booking essential at 042 9665779
Next library Reading Group meeting on Tuesday, February 27th at 6.30pm. New members are always 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.
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short again, there will be 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 19th February 2024
Senior; County lads have no competitive fixture this week as they prepare for the big trip out west to take on Mayo next weekend.
Club adult training is a few weeks away in preparation for what promises to be a very competitive season ahead.
Cavan U20s; Another good workout for this squad, with ECG men in tow on Sunday v a Strong Tyrone side in Kingspan Breffni. Special mention to Cian O’Brien who made his competitive debut. Onwards and upwards for this squad as they head for Armagh next week for round 3.
After school hurling; Full steam ahead for the three venues in Shercock, Mullagh and Bailieborough all the way until Easter.
New club app; We now have our own app. Look up East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club wherever you get your apps!
The week ahead; Wednesday; After school hurling Shercock AC. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm, 4th-6th class 4.30pm.
Thursday; After school hurling Mullagh Community Sports Centre. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm,
Friday; After school hurling Bailieborough Community School Sports hall. Up to 3rd class 2.45pm, 4th-6th class 3.45. All after school sessions €3 each please.
Saturday;NHL 3A v Mayo away in Hastings Insurance MacHale Park 2pm.
Sunday;.Cavan U20s v Armagh U20s.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Photographic Exhibition:Friends of Castle Lake Catchment photography exhibition, ‘The Colour of Nature’, takes place at the Library until the end of February.
Cake Sale: Bailieborough Shamrocks Cake Sale on Sunday 18th February from 10.30- 12pm in the Bailieborough Shamrocks Clubhouse at St. Annes Park.
All donations of baked goods welcome and can be dropped off on the day.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: We are thrilled to announce that Abaana’s New Life Choir will be travelling all the way from Uganda to perform for us on Monday 18th March. Make sure to keep this night free and invite your friends and family as it is sure to be an incredible night.
Disco: A Juvenile Valentine’s Disco will take place on this Friday 16th February in St Anne’s Park at 8pm. All chilren from second class to sixth class are invited to attend.
Bailieborough ‘Active Age’ Group:
Next social meeting is on Tuesday, February 27th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. A warm welcome to all.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Volunteers Needed: Calling new volunteers to help out this year for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Please contact any committee member for further details.
All floats welcome. Vintage cars, bikes and tractors. Comedy floats, Sports clubs and
all Business floats.
Entry of floats is free of charge
Great chance to promote your business club etc.
Prizes for best float, best comedy also best dressed window in town.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: A big “Thank You ” to Cavan Kayak Run for their generous donation of €1000. Your support is 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.
Knockbride Bazaar: The Knockbride bazaar takes place in in Tunnyduff Hall on Friday 23rd February at 8pm. Great selection of prizes and everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Bowls: Bowls continues on Wednesday’s at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are very welcome.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Andrina, daughter Patricia (Daniel), son Kevin, grandchildren Coragh and Sean, brothers Noel (Doris), Sean (Eileen), Aidan and Leonard, sisters Maura, Geraldine (Seamus), Patricia (Vincent), uncle and aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Kevin Fitzpatrick, Coventry U.K and formerly of Latsey, Canningstown, Co. Cavan, who passed away at home in Coventry, on Saturday, 13th January, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Kevin was predeceased by his father Ben, mother Minnie and brothers Raymond and Bernard.
Kevin’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday, 8th February, in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West (Tunnyduff) and afterwards, Kevin’s remains were laid to rest inThe Church of Mary Immaculate Cemetery, Virginia.
Bridge: Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Lakelands Taekwondo and Self Defence, Adult Classes: Improve your strength, fitness, flexability, stamina and agility. Takes place every Friday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8.00pm. All enquiries to 085 127 1979.
Women’s World Day of Prayer: The ‘Women’s World Day of Prayer’ Service will be held in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Friday, March 1st at 8.00pm. Guest speaker will be Jenny Horner. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Library: ‘Thank you’ to everyone who attended the January meeting of the Library Book Club. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, February 27th at 6.30pm and new members are always welcome. Copies of February’s read, ‘Antarctica’ by Claire Keegan are available to borrow at the Library desk.
FREE Oral Irish workshop for Leaving Cert students at the Library on Saturday February 17th at 10.30am-12.30pm. Workshop will be facilitated by a qualified L.C Irish teacher!
Ring 042 9665779 to book your place and places are limited!
Craft Group meets every Friday at 10.30am and new members are always welcome
‘Colour of Nature’ Photographic Exhibition featuring images from the local catchment area may be viewed at the Library during Library opening hours.
Killann Community Games: Killann Community Games, covering the towns of Bailieborough and Shercock, are looking for helpers to come on board for this year’s competition. For the past two years we have entered teams in boys/girls Gaelic football, Soccer, Athletics and Swimming. We would like to give our local kids the opportunity to participate in some more of the many activities the Community Games offers, but in order to do so, we need volunteers.
Whether you’re interested in helping to introduce a particular event for our local children or are just curious as to what the community games is all about, you’re very welcome to come along on this Thursday evening, February 15th in the Bailie Hotel at 8.30pm, where any questions will be answered, with absolutely no obligation on anyone. The full list of events can be checked out at: https://www.communitygames.ie/events.html
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 Wednesday—please note the change of day— of each month from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.
Regretted Death: Irene Shanley (née Millar), formerly of Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and Clara, Co. Offaly, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 30th January 2024, in the wonderful care of Kew House Care Home, Wimbledon, London.
Irene was predeceased by her beloved Jimmy. Irene will be deeply missed by Susan, John and Paul, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family, extended family and many friends.
Irene’s Funeral Service and cremation will take place on Monday, 4th March in North East Surrey Crematorium.
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.
Bailieborough Red Coss: A huge ‘Thank You’ to Cavan Kayak-Run Club for their donation to the Bailieborough Red Cross. The funds were raised in the Post Christmas Run /Walk. The other recipients were the Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Fund. Thanks again.
Deepest Sympathy: Eileen Cantillon,( nee Murray), Killahan, Abbeydorney, Co. Kerry and formerly of Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, passed away peacefully, following a short illness on Thursday, 8th February 2024, in the exceptional care of the Palliative Care Team, University Hospital, Kerry surrounded by her loving family in her 89th year.
Eileen was predeceased by her brother Pat and her sister Alice.
Eileen will be sadly missed and forever loved by her devoted husband Richard, son Bernard, daughter Julie (Uí Chonghaile), daughter- in- law Sheila, son- in- law Traolach and her adored grandchildren, Caoimhe, Emma, Sadhbh, David, Aisling, Éabha and Niamh, brother John, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Requiem Mass was celebrated for Eileen, on Monday morning, February 12th in St. Bernard’s Church, Abbeydorney followed by burial in Kyrie Eleison Cemetery, Abbeydorney.
Celebrating ‘Ireland Reads Day’ 2024 : The Library will host a FREE ‘Mindfulness’ Story time and Art workshop for children aged 8-12 years on Saturday February 24 from 10.30am-12.30pm. Booking essential at 042 9665779
Next library Reading Group meeting on Tuesday, February 27th at 6.30pm. New members are always 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.
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short again, there will be 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 12th February 2024
Senior; NHL Division 3A, Cavan 3-19 Louth 1-19.
An excellent result and another very entertaining encounter in Kingspan Breffni on Saturday last.
Again East Cavan Gaels men to the fore, Liam O’Brien with 1-10, Nicky Kenny with 1-2, Jack Barry linking well and Rory Farell and Jack McGuinness, the latter making his competitive intercounty debut enlightened with a last minute point to help secure the result, introduced midway through the second half.
A first win at this level in well over a generation shows the improvement in Cavans overall performances while keeping the scoreboard ticking over.
Well done to all.
Jack McGuinness; Another proud day for the club. Following James Tully’s debut last week it was the turn this week of Jack McGuinness to make his Senior intercounty competitive debut on Saturday v Louth when introduced in the second half, with his club colleague Rory Farrell. And to top it off he hit the final point of the day to help secure the points.
Another of our East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club production line having joined us, with his brother Kyle, as a five year old in 2009. Playing all age grades with club and county, Saturday capped an impressive journey for a fine young man with a big future in the game. Mam and Dad, Maureen and Galwayman Cyril are rightly delighted with their boys achievements on the hurling fields.
Congratulations Jack and well done!
Cavan U20s; A good workout for this squad, with ECG men in tow on Sunday in defeat to Donegal. These lads are learning all the time with some banging on the door of the Senior squad. Next up is the visit of Tyrone next weekend.
After school hurling; A very positive return with the three venues and the welcome return to Bailieborough Community School Sports Hall. Just Mullagh and Shercock this week due to the mid term break.
U8/10/12/14/16/18;
The week ahead: Wednesday; After school hurling Shercock. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm, 4th-6th class 4.30pm.
Thursday; After school hurling Mullagh. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm, 4th-6th class 4.30pm.
Friday; No after school in Bailieborough as hall closed this week.
Sunday;.Cavan U20s v Tyrone
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Photographic Exhibition:Friends of Castle Lake Catchment photography exhibition, ‘The Colour of Nature’, will open at the Library on Saturday next, February 10th at 2.30pm. Winners of the photography competition will be announced on the day. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: We are thrilled to announce that Abaana’s New Life Choir will be travelling all the way from Uganda to perform for us on Monday 18th March. Make sure to keep this night free and invite your friends and family as it is sure to be an incredible night.
Bailieborough ‘Active Age’ Group:
Next social meeting is on Tuesday, February 13th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. A warm welcome to all.
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 Bowls: Bowls continues on Wednesday’s at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are very welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:
All players, current and new, are more than welcome to come down and train, with the possibility of having 2 teams if numbers are strong this season.
If you couldn’t make the registration night and if you have any queries contact the coach: Andy Maguire – 086 661 9010.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband, Sean and children, Mary Teresa Barrett (Attycunnane, Belmullet), J.J. (Killlala), Rosaleen Lally (Tallagh Road, Belmullet), Micheál (Sailín Harbour, Binghamstown, Belmullet), Raymond (Ardmore Point, Binghamstown, Belmullet) and Michelle Gibbons (Partry, Co. Mayo) on the deathe death of their mother, Maureen Dixon (née Carrie), also known as “Nurse Dixon”, Morahan, Belmullet, Co. Mayo and formerly of Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully at the Mayo University Hospital, Castlebar on Thursday, 1st February 2024. Maureen will be sadly missed by her heartbroken family, grandchildren Katie, Rachel, Cian, Kim, Amy, Leah, Padraig, Ruairí, Aoibheann and Meabh, great grandchildren Seanie, Myla, Corey, Sky and River, sons in law Gerry, Michael and Gerard, daughters in law Geraldine, Christine and Mary, brother Sean (London), sister Alice Callaghan (London), nieces, nephews, relatives, kind neighbours and many friends.
Maureen was predeceased by her parents John and Mary Carrie and her sisters Betty Brady and Teresa Carty.
Maureen’s Funeral Mass took place in the Church of the Holy Family, Carne, Belmullet on Sunday, February 4th and afterwards, Maureen’s remains were laid to rest in Tarmoncarra Cemetery.
Bridge: Bridge Results for Tuesday, January 23rd First: Mary Cronin and Rena Coleman. Second: Olive Kellet and Rosaleen Keegan. Third: Sean Kellegher and Betty Mccaffrey. Best Gross: Olive Kellet and Rosaleen Keegan.
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Lakelands Taekwondo and Self Defence, Adult Classes: Improve your strength, fitness, flexability, stamina and agility. Takes place every Friday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8.00pm. All enquiries to 085 127 1979.
Women’s World Day of Prayer: The ‘Women’s World Day of Prayer’ Service will be held in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Friday, March 1st at 8.00pm. Guest speaker will be Jenny Horner. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Library: Bailieborough Library ‘Chess Club’ on Wednesdays from 4pm-5pm, and Fridays from 4.15pm -5.15pm. All enquiries to Daniel at 087 9271883.
Activator pole walking is a new way of fitness walking, and Libraries in Cavan now stock the poles which are available to borrow free of charge by the public. A FREE demonstration of how to use these poles will be held at the Library on Wednesday February 14th from 11am-12pm and all are welcome. This is a collaboration with Cavan Library, Cavan Sports Partnership and Healthy Cavan.
Three FREE workshops with esteemed poet, Noel Monahan exploring ‘The Landscape About Knockbride’ will take place at the Library on Saturday Feb 17th, 24th and March 2nd from 2.30pm-3.30pm. The Poetry Workshop’s objective will be to publish the work of the participants later in the year! Places are strictly limited. Booking essential through 042 – 9665779 or email alovett@cavancoco.ie
Craft Group takes place at the Library every Friday from 10.30am-12.30pm. New members are always 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 Wednesday—please note the change of day— of each month from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.
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.
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short again, there will be 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 5th February 2024
Senior:NHL 3A Sligo 4-19 Cavan 3-18.
A four point defeat does not tell half the story of a very entertaining Division 3A match in Sligo on Saturday last. Cavan matched the hosts in a tentative first quarter but the Yeats men put on the gas to move from 1 point up to 14 ahead at the resumption of the second half. But Cavan, well embellished with East Cavan Gaels men, dug in deep and in a game that could have slipped away the put the shoulder to the wheel to out score the hosts 19-6 in the second half and with a bit of good fortune might just have snatched a result at the death. ECGs James Tully and Rory Farrell caused all manner of bother when introduced, while Canice and Nicky were a handful particularly the former as he moved into full forward late on while Liam O’Brien, making his competitive debut got his tally to 1-9 in an impressive show while Jack Barrys switch back to the halfback line stemmed the flow of Sligo attacks. Ultimately the second quarter surge got the home side over the line but the Breffni men can be happy with their first start at this new higher level of hurling from which they can learn more from.
Next up is a home game v Louth next Saturday.
Special congratulations to James Tully who made his Senior intercounty debut today. James has come the full way with East Cavan Gaels from U6 to today and we are very proud of him and his achievement. A talented dual GAA star who is also on the Cavan U20 football squad who has had a great journey in both codes with both ourselves for hurling and Laragh Utd for football. The dual star is alive and well.
After school hurling: After school hurling returns this week in both Shercock on Wednesday and Mullagh on Thursday. All are welcome and equipment is supplied. New players are always very welcome.
U8/10/12/14/16/18:
Some of our lads are with county U17 and U20 squads training already. Club training for U12/14/16 begins from Monday, 12th February. New players are always welcome for all our age grades. Membership details for 2024 in next week’s news.
The week ahead:
Wednesday: After school hurling Shercock. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm, 4th-6th class 4.30pm.
Thursday: After school hurling Mullagh. Up to 3rd class 3.30pm, 4th-6th class 4.30pm.
Saturday:Cavan v Louth NHL 3A 2pm.
Club contacts:
U7/9/11: Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior: Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: We are thrilled to announce that Abaana’s New Life Choir will be travelling all the way from Uganda to perform for us on Monday 18th March. Make sure to keep this night free and invite your friends and family as it is sure to be an incredible night.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Any players interested in playing Camogie with a Bailieborough Shamrocks Senior Team in 2024 please contact Declan on 086 8342682.
Bailieborough ‘Active Age’ Group:
Next social meeting is on Tuesday, February 13th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. A warm welcome to all.
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 Christmas Lights: Members of Bailieborough Creative Hub were out and about supporting the Christmas Light volunteers from first light on Sunday morning last. The volunteers worked hard to install and take down the lights and if it wasn’t for this small team, there would not be any Christmas Lights in Bailieborough. So ‘well done’ to everyone involved. And only a few grumpy drivers that needed to wait or go around the ‘closed roads’ signs while we kept everyone safe.Thanks to everyone that came out this morning and took down the lights and put them up. Thanks to Kenny and Richard for the teleporters and all who helped out in any way. .
Bailieborough Bowls: Bowls continues on Wednesday’s at 8.00pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members are very welcome.
Bailieborough Community School: Heartiest congratulations to Tammy Smith and Conor Doherty who received their Fergal Quinn awards in Athlone recently, for achieving the top results in the Leaving Cert. Applied in Ireland . Both scored a perfect 100% overall. Another wonderful day in the history of Bailieborough Community School.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:
All players, current and new, are more than welcome to come down and train, with the possibility of having 2 teams if numbers are strong this season.
If you couldn’t make the registration night and if you have any queries contact the coach: Andy Maguire – 086 661 9010.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to children Michael, Pheobe and Chelsea, parents Michael and Ann, brothers Johnnie, Jimmy, Philip and Martin, sisters Gloria, Marie, Helen, Pamela and Charlene, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, relatives and friends on the death of Michael O’Leary, No.6 Convent Court, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Friday, 19th January 2024. Michael was predeceased by his brother Finbarr .
Michael’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Wednesday, January 24th and afterwards, Michael’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes’ Cemetery.
Bridge: Bridge Results for Tuesday, January 16th 2024: 1st Joy Jameson and Teresa O’Reilly. 2nd.Marise Liggan and Marie McNicholas. 3rd Kathleen McGardle and Mary Lynch. Best Gross. Joy Jameson and Teresa O’Reilly. Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Lakelands Taekwondo and Self Defence, Adult Classes: Improve your strength, fitness, flexability, stamina and agility. Takes place every Friday evening in the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8.00pm. All enquiries to 085 127 1979.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to son Patsy, daughters Mary and Catherine, daughters-in-law Regina and Bridgid, sons-in-law Owen and Michael, sixteen grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Agnes Clarke (nee Carroll), Seefin, Bailieborough, Co Cavan who passed away on Wednesday, 24th January 2024 surrounded by her family at her residence. Agnes was predeceased by her husband Benny, son Michael, her brother and seven sisters.
Agnes’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Brigid’s Church, Knockbride West (Tunnyduff) on Friday, January 26th and afterwards, Agnes’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
Bailieborough Library: Friends of Castle Lake Catchment photography exhibition, ‘The Colour of Nature’, will open at the Library on Saturday, February 10th at 2.30pm. Winners of the photography competition will be announced on the day. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome.
Bailieborough Library ‘Chess Club’ on Wednesdays from 4pm-5pm, and Fridays from 4.15pm -5.15pm. All enquiries to Daniel at 087 9271883.
Activator pole walking is a new way of fitness walking, and Libraries in Cavan now stock the poles which are available to borrow free of charge by the public. A FREE demonstration of how to use these poles will be held at the Library on Wednesday February 14th from 11am-12pm and all are welcome. This is a collaboration with Cavan Library, Cavan Sports Partnership and Healthy Cavan.
Three FREE workshops with esteemed poet, Noel Monahan exploring ‘The Landscape About Knockbride’ will take place at the Library on Saturday Feb 17th, 24th and March 2nd from 2.30pm-3.30pm. The Poetry Workshop’s objective will be to publish the work of the participants later in the year! Places are strictly limited. Booking essential through 042 – 9665779 or email alovett@cavancoco.ie
Craft Group takes place at the Library every Friday from 10.30am-12.30pm. New members are always 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 Wednesday—please note the change of day— of each month from 2pm-4.30pm. No appointment is necessary.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sons Anthony and Eric (Jennifer), Daughter in Law Sarah, Sister Phylis, grandchildren Glen, Ava, Georgina, Ruby, Sophie, Abbie and Emily, nieces, nephews, extended family, good friends David, Jenny and Padraic, good neighbours and friends on the death of Michael Whelan, Dromore, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly of Highfield, Swords, Co. Dublin, who passed away on Tuesday, 23rd January 2024, peacefully at his residence. Michael was predeceased by his beloved wife Peggy and daughters Elaine and Sandie.
Michael’s Funeral Mass took place in The Church of Mary Immaculate, Virginia on Saturday, January 27th and afterwards, Michael’s Funeral took place in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.
St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short again, there will be 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 29th January 2024
Senior; Best wishes to our club contingent in the Cavan Senior hurling squad as they begin the league campaign away to Sligo on Saturday next. Operating at the higher level for the first time in a generation can only be good for Cavan, and, by extension, East Cavan Gaels hurling.
Our club training activity for Seniors will begin in early March with the Ulster Spring league at the end of March, the first competition of the year.
U8/10/12/14/16/18; Some of our lads are with the county U17 and U20 squads training already while the county U15s will start on the Bank Holiday Monday, 5th February from 5-6.30pm at Kingspan Breffni. After school activity will resume from that week also in both Mullagh and Shercock while club training for U12/14/16 begins from 12th February. New players are always welcome for all our age grades. Membership details for 2024 in the next weeks.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
