Robert Rountree, No. 2 Waterfront, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and formerly of Coppanagh, Bailieborough, died on the 17th July 2023, peacefully, at Lisdarn Unit for the Elderly, Cavan, surrounded by his loving family. Deeply regretted by his sisters Bella Pringle, Bailieborough, Lily Rountree, Kingscourt, sister-in-law Gretta Rountree, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Build Your Business in Bailieborough – Meeting
Our new Town Regeneration Officer, Caroline Brady has organised an information evening, in conjunction with the Cavan Local Enterprise Office for Businesses in and around Bailieborough.
The Local Enterprise Office have agreed to come to the Courthouse in Bailieborough
on Wednesday 10th May at 6pm.
The meeting is to provide information on the range of supports that Cavan LEO provide for businesses. It will be open to everyone in and around the town who wishes to attend.
Darkness into Light, Bailieborough: A massive thank you to everyone involved in making last Saturday morning a very special start to the day by taking part in Darkness into Light Bailieborough 2023. The businesses and individuals who decorated their premises/homes or donated, the stewards and local Gardai, those who helped with providing refreshments and who donated food, DJ Gareth for the music at the start and finish, Local musicians who performed along the route and our local branch of The Red Cross who thankfully had an uneventful morning. A special word of thanks to Owen Duffy for the beautiful speech prior to the start of the event as well as Bailieborough Community School for allowing us the use of school facilities and their staff and pupils who helped out with decorations or performed along the route. Here’s to DIL 2024
Bridge Club:The winners of the President’s prizes competition were:
1st: Kathy O Sullivan and Rosaleen Mackey.
2nd: Una Stafford and Vera Bell.
3rd: Tom Moran and John McGahan.
The Bridge Club will resume in October.
New members are always welcome.
Contact:bridgeclubbailieborough@gmail.com or telephone 042-9667944.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: A big “Thank you” to Bailieborough Shamrocks for their recent donation of €2200.00. 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.
Bailieborough Gardening Club: The next meeting of the Bailieborough Gardening Club will take place on Monday evening next, May 15th at 8.00pm in the B.D.A., Shercock Road, Bailieborough. John Brady—Cultural Officer and Tour Guide in the Courthouse—will talk about the history of Bailieborough Castle and the trees and gardens, that were attached to it, and about the owners of the Castle and the Millraces, that can be found in the Forest. Refreshments and raffle on the night. Everyone welcome.
May—Month of the Holy Rosary: The Rosary will be recited at the Grotto on the Virginia Road—or in the Church, if raining—for the month of May, at 7.30pm. No Rosary on Saturdays. Please come and join in prayers for peace in the World, for all the sick, for vocations and your own intentions. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday, May 10th : Girley Bog: Walk 1h 30m (approx). Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.35pm. Meet at Cloncat Service Station, 8.5kms from Kells on the Clonmellon Road N52 at 7.10pm. Walk commencing at Girley Bog at 7.15pm.
Wednesday, May 17th: Lough an Leagh: (M) Walk, 1.5 hrs (Approx). Leaving Tesco carpark at 7.00pm. Walk commences at the Picnic Area at Lough an Leagh at 7.15pm. All Welcome.
Link Credit Union: Step—Up Grants now open: Have you a child moving from 6th class to first year in secondary school this September? Link Credit Union have opened their ‘Step—Up Grant’ competition, where ten students can win €200 towards their education costs. Closing date is June 16th. Application forms are available in any of the Credit Union’s offices or on their website: www.linkcu.ie
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sisters, Peggie Reilly (Galbolie), Ann Clarke (Canningstown), Susan Fitzsimons (Ballyjamesduff), brother Anthony (Dublin), nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family on the death of Patrick (Patsy) Reilly, Crocknahattina, Bailieborough, Co.Cavan, who passed away on Sunday, the 30th April 2023, peacefully at his residence. Patsy was predeceased by his parents John and Alice and sister Gladys.
Patsy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Chapel on Wednesday, May 3rd and afterwards, Patsy’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: Can you please support us in our Tesco’s Blue Token campaign to help in our work in the Old Church of Ireland Graveyard?
Killann Community Games: Well done to the Killann Under 12 girls and Under 14 Girls sides on their victories on Sunday last at the Community School Pitch in Bailieborough. The Under 12’s defeated Cootehill, while the Under 14’s defeated Kingscourt. Well done to the girls!
Bailieborough Craft Group: Our Craft Group takes place every Friday morning in the Library. Looking forward to seeing all the ladies! New members are very welcome – we would love to see you!
Drop in anytime between 10.30am and 12.30pm in the Library.
Tierworker Young at Heart Active Retirement ARA : We wish to Thank “Tesco” for €529 from the blue token collection.
Your support for our group is greatly appreciated.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Gretta, daughter Mary, son John, son-in-law Michael, daughter-in-law Grainne, adored grandchildren Dylan, Cillian, Emma, Saoirse, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends on the death of Peter (P) Flanagan, Clogga House, Cormeen Lower, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and late of Lenenavragh, Mullagh, who passed away on Tuesday, May 2nd 2023, suddenly but peacefully at Cavan General Hospital.
Peter was predeceased by his parents John and Mary Josephine, sisters Brigid, Susan, brothers Jim and John-Joe.
Peter’s Funeral Mass took place on Saturday, May 6th in St. Mary’s Church, Newcastle and afterwards, Peter’s remains were laid to rest in Mullagh Cemetery,
Bailieborough Library: FREE workshops ‘VISION OF HEALTH AND HAPPINESS’
A 3 week series of workshops to promote wellbeing, health and happiness facilitated by Patricia Crimin, YTI Dip Yoga Teacher and YTI Dip Yoga Therapist.
Week 1 Thursday May 11th 11am-12.30pm– Creative expression of wellbeing using collage technique (please bring scissors, old magazines).
Week 2 Thursday May 18th 11am-12.30pm– Create an artistic upcycling candle as an expression of happiness and gratitude;
Week 3 Thursday May 25th 11am-12.30pm –Tree of Love and Happiness.
Workshops are FREE and limited spaces available. Please ring 042 9665779 to book.
Book Club: In May, the Bailieborough Library Reading Group will be reading ‘The Paris Apartment’ by Lucy Foley. New members are always welcome and copies of the book are available in the Library! The next meeting of the Book Club is on Tuesday, May 30th at 6.30pm.
FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!
Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C: Bailieboro Celtic is looking for Coaches and Helpers to assist with the running of our Summer Academy, for U10 and U8 Boys and Girls. The club will assist with Garda vetting and child safe guarding course. Please contact us via our FB page if interested.
Training for the Under 9’s has resumed at the Vale Grounds on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm. With a large turnout each week, the Club would really encourage and appreciate parents getting involved.
Bailieborough Well Woman Walk and Yoga Programme: Join us for a fun, sociable and refreshing 6 week programme where you will Walk, Chat and Stretch (yoga) all while basking in nature on the beautiful grounds of Bailieborough’s Castle Lake Forest. Women aged 35+ for 6 weeks. Starting Sunday 14th May 9.30am. Pre-registration is essential and places are limited so book your spot now! To book, please contact: https://www.eventbrite.ie/…/well-woman-walks-tickets
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.
Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’: The Lough an Leagh ‘Moonwalk’ 2023 will take place on Lough an Leagh on Saturday, June 3rd, commencing at 8.15pm, from the Picnic Area on Lough an Leagh. All proceeds go to local Cancer Charities. Entry fee is €10 and refreshments will be served afterwards. All welcome.
Indoor Bowls: Indoor Bowls take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm. New members most welcome.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!
Walk, Jog or Run: Run, Walk or Jog is back for the lovely bright evenings at 8pm at the Chapel car park, Lakeshore, Bailieborough on every Monday and Wednesday. It’s a fun, free activity, all newcomers welcome. Other activities will be added as the weeks go on, like open water swimming, cycling and kayaking. All welcome.
Taekwondo and Self Defence Classes: Adults and over 16’s Classes take place every Friday evening from 8.00pm in St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel Rd., Bailieborough. For further information, please contact 085 127 1979.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club –
Club contacts;
7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: On Friday afternoon last, St. Patrick’s Day, the first St. Patrick’s Day Parade since 2018 took place in the town. From early morning the volunteers got everything in place, so that the event would run as planned. The weather was overcast and drizzly before the Parade started but the rain held off for the Parade itself. Local musician and singer, Shane McCluskey provided musical entertainment before the Parade started and kept the large crowd entertained. The Parade started on time and Master of Ceremonies for the day, Mr. Paddy Sheanon, kept the banter going to the amusement of the participants and the large crowd present. On the viewing stand were local politicians, dignitaries and members of the clergy. Many local businnesses took part, along with the vintage cars, tractors and motorcycles but the highlight of the Parade, was the amount of children taking part, with their clubs and organisations.
The organising committee would like to say, a huge ‘Thank You’ to everyone that volunteered, donated, participated and spectated at the Parade – it’s always great to see such a strong community spirit..
Congratulations to this years winners:
Best Window – La Mirage.
Best Comedy Float – The Playcentre, Kingscourt.
Best Club – Lakelands Taekwondo, Bailieborough.
Best Overall Float – Shields Hire.
Thank you very much to Bubbles Balloons, Bailieborough for decorating the stage for Friday’s event and to Chris Curry for supplying the viewing platform. Thank you to Kinnear Construction for providing us with the tractor and trailer and Jamie Benson for driving it. So, here’s to next year and hopefully a bigger and better Parade with the help of some much needed new volunteers!
Bridge Club: The winners on Tuesday, March 7th were:
1st: Helen Clarke and Kathleen McArdle.
2nd: John McGahan and Tom Moran.
Bailieborough Bridge Club have relocated to the Courthouse, Lower Main St.
The club meets every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. New members welcome.
Contact:bridgeclubbailieborough@gmail.com or telephone:042-9667944.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Annual Niamh Crosby Memorial Run: The annual Niamh Crosby Memorial Run will take place on Easter Sunday, April 9th . 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.
This year our fundraiser will help contribute to two projects in cancer care and treatment in St James Hospital, where Niamh received her care.
Our fundraiser will contribute to the purchase of a bladder scanner which will help patients with their care and diagnosis and also for the development and launching of a survivorship care plan for patients. This will be of huge benefit to all women in treatment as it will allow the hospital to help them on an individual basis in managing issues that may arise for them as a result of their cancer surgery or treatment.
Bailieborough Craft Group: Our Craft Group takes place every Friday morning in the Library. Looking forward to seeing all the ladies! New members are very welcome – we would love to see you!
Drop in anytime between 10.30am and 12.30pm in the Library.
Parish Pastoral Council: Congratulations are extended to Julie Smith, Curkish who was elected as Chairperson of the Parish Pastoral Council, to Oola Sheridan, Kells Road, who was elected as Vice Chairperson and to Frank Fitzpatrick, Glassleck Upper, who was elected as Secretary.
Bailieborough Library:
FREE study space and WIFI available here for all who are in the middle of studying. Other services for students include printing, photocopying, local history/history resources, reference books, public PCs, staff advice, comfortable warm spaces. All are welcome!
Lough Derg: One Day Retreat: A ‘One Day Retreat’ to Lough Derg, will take place on Sunday, May 7th. This has been organised by the St. Vincent De Paul Society. A bus will be leaving from Bailieborough Community Centre on the day at 7.30am. Please contact; John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856, for further information.
‘Jims’ Day’–Golf Tournament in Memory of Jim Gorman: Upcoming Event in Memory of Jim Gorman, taking place at Mannan Castle Golf Club, Donaghmoyne, Carrickmacross, on Saturday, April 8th 2023. Tee Times are from 9.30am to 1.00pm. Entry fees are €50 per player and €200 per team.
Proceeds in aid of the Oncology Unit in Cavan General Hospital .
We would greatly appreciate your support, open to golfers and non golfers.
For entry give Tommy (086 084 6991) or Kieran (087 796 4844) a call.
Also Tee Box Sponsorship option for people who want to support, give us a call for more information.
Bailieborough Celtic A.F.C: Training for the Under 9’s has resumed at the Vale Grounds on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm. With a large turnout each week, the Club would really encourage and appreciate parents getting involved.
‘Knockbride Variety Show’, will take place on Thursday, 30th , Friday 31st of March and Saturday 1st of April 2023 in Tunnyduff Hall. This year’s show is in aid of SOSAD Cavan and The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. Adults €10, Children (u12) €5. Doors open 8pm, show starts 8.30pm. Your support is greatly appreciated.
‘Climb with Charlie’, Anniversary: Kevin Carolan intends to climb Croagh Patrick on the anniversary of ‘Climb with Charlie’ but unfortunately this year Charlie admits he won’t be able to “climb a mountain again” but he asks everyone on Sunday 2nd April to light a candle.
Indoor Bowls: Indoor Bowls take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road every Wednesday evening at 8.00pm. New members most welcome.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!
On Friday 31st March in the Clubhouse – a ‘Table Quiz’ in Memory of the late Pat Argue will take place. Proceeds from the quiz will go to the Club and the Bailieborough Cancer Fund. There will be a bar and Shane McCluskey will be playing music on the night. A great night to be had in St.Anne’s Park. Give us a shout if you want to reserve a table.
Walk, Jog or Run: Run, walk or jog is back at the Chapel car park (Lakeside) at 8pm, every Monday and Wednesday evenings. All levels of fitness welcome. Please contact Tony at 086 399 3430 for further information.
Book Club: In March, the Bailieborough Library Book Club will be reading and discussing ‘Nora’ by Nuala O’Connor. New members are always welcome and copies of this title are available in the branch. The next Book Club meeting will take place in the Library on Tuesday next, March 28th at 6.30pm.
Taekwondo and Self Defence Classes: Adults and over 16’s Classes take place every Friday evening from 8.00pm in St. Anne’s Community Centre, Chapel Rd., Bailieborough. For further information, please contact 085 127 1979.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 20th March 2023
Membership; Membership for the 2023 season is now due. Please have it up to date as soon as possible as we rejig all our playing groups for the new season. Lots of new players, so lots of new opportunities for success.
Seniors; Inter county Following on from the Seniors qualification for the NHL final the U20 side, with significant representation from our club, continued the rich vein of form for Cavan hurling with two big wins midweek v Fermanagh and Armagh to top their group in the development league which included Tyrone also, well done to all and Pat on management.
Club Senior training on Mondays at 8pm at the astro at Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA with Spring league to finally get going next weekend. All are welcome.
Under 13/15/17; Club training will ramp up over the coming weeks especially when the bright evenings return. 7pm on the astro for club, 6pm in Breffni for U15 and 7pm in Breffni for U17.
Under 11; Great numbers for this group on Monday at 7pm on the astro.
Under 7/9; Back training this coming week, Thursday in Mullagh and Saturday in Killinkere. A couple more weeks until the Easter break.
The week ahead;
Monday’s; Club training U11/13/15 7pm on the astro at Bailieborough Shamrocks. Club Senior training 8pm Bailieborough astro. All sessions €3 each please.
Thursday; Mullagh 2.45,3.45,4.45 for U7/9/12 respectively.
Saturday;. Killinkere Hall 1 and 2pm for U7 and U9 respectively.
Sunday; Ulster Spring league. Time and venue tbc midweek.
Club contacts;
7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
St. Annes: Blessing of the Graves: Due to the restrictions, there will be no gathering for the Blessing of the Graves, this year. Fr. Ultan will bless the graves privately, towards the end of August. Please continue to look after your family plots and graves.
Parishioners in Bailieborough, Shercock and Killann have a ‘Cemetery Collection’ envelope in their box of envelopes. This collection goes towards the upkeep of the Cemeteries and the cost of maintaining equipment. Your generous support of this collection will be much appreciated.
The Parish Office will be open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 10am to 1.15pm and 2.15pm to 4.00pm. Please feel free to contact Fr. Ultan for assistance on 087 341 8037 or 042 96 65117 or email: bailieboro@kilmorediocese.ie
We especially encourage our young families to get back into the habit of coming to Mass. It will do us a power of good to be together and to worship God together as a community of Faith.
Mass can be heard on the radio at 107.8FM in the Bailieborough area and 92FM in Shercock.
All Masses and Parish Funerals can be viewed on the Parish webcam or can be heard by tuning in the radio to 107.8 F.M.
Thank You!: Loughanleagh And Muff Heritage Trust wish to sincerely thank everybody who participitated and contributed to our recent Go Fund Me Walkaton on the June Bank holiday weekend.
A special ‘Thank You’ to Fiona McKenna,Blossom Print Kingscourt for her print designs and Matt Kemp of Parrot Signs Print, Kingscourt for printing all of our go fund me signage.Both provided their services free of charge in support of our event
A total of €9,020 was raised. This fund will go directly towards improving and developing facilities for future projects.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Great work being done around the town by this very commited group of people. The Tidy Towns have planted and maintained hanging baskets, pots, roundabouts and approach roads to the town flowering beds.
If you have a spare hour would you volunteer to help out .You can join us whenever it suits you. Contact any Tidy Towns member for more details.
Bailieborough Creative Hub: Poetry Ireland has announced the towns who will be taking part in ‘Poetry Town’ a new all-island initiative of 20 towns across the island of Ireland between 10th and 18th September 2021. Bailieborough and Cootehill are among them!
Thank you to Cavan Arts Office for inviting Bailieborough Creative Hub to get involved in this wonderful project. We are absolutely delighted to have been chosen to bring poetry to our town once again. The spirit of poetry is alive in Bailieborough!
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband Aidan Farrell, parents Tom and Rosaleen, sister Karen, brothers Gavin and Gary, nephew Ryan, father in law Paddy, sisters in law Deirdre, Una, Joan and Frances, brothers in law Sean, Gerard, Don, Frank and their families, relatives and close friends on the death of Vanessa Mackey, Delbrook Park, Ballinteer, Dublin 16 and formerly, Lisnalea, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at The Beacon Hospital, Sandyford, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, July 24th 2021.
Vanessa’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church on Tuesday, July 27th and following which, her remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
East Cavan Gaels: Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations and Well Done to the nine East Cavan Gaels players (Nathan Carroll, Gary Leddy (Captain), Tadgh Barry, James Tully, Daire Leddy, Callum Shields, Cian O’Brien, Niall Mernagh and Hugh Smith ) who were part of the Cavan team that won the All Ireland Tom Hogan U17 Hurling Cup on Saturday last, when they defeated Louth by 3—15 to 2—5 in Abbotstown. It was also great to have Pat O’Flaherty joint manage All Ireland winners. It was a terrific achievement for these players and the future of hurling in the county can only be helped by such an outstanding result.
There is a team in this club for you no matter your age or ability. Come join us. The fun is only beginning.
Club contacts; U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280 and U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Sunday services are at 9:30am in Mullagh and Shercock, 10:45 am in Bailieborough, 12noon in Knockbride. Audio from the sermon will be available later on Sundays on our YouTube channel. Face masks, hand sanitizing, and social distancing will still be required on Sunday mornings.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C: U8-U10 Training will resume on Monday the 9th August at 18:30. New players are always welcome.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to sisters Diana, Rebecca and Laura, brothers Daniel and Matthew, father Mark, nieces Nicole, Sophie and Amelia, nephews Cian and Sam, aunts, uncles, relatives and friends on the death of Mark David Cobley, Birmingham and late of Tandragee, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away suddenly on Friday 18th December 2020. Mark was predeceased by his mother Margaret Cobley (nee McCabe).
Mark’s ashes were buried on Friday, 30th July, in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough, where Mark was finally laid to rest with his beloved mother and grandparents.
Well Done: Well done to the Bailieborough Shamrocks Senior Ladies side who defeated Lacken in the semi-final of the Division 1 Reserve League by 6—6 to 4—5 on Sunday last in Lacken. The ladies will now play Killygarry in the Final.
Bailieborough Library: Summer Stars Reading Programme: The Summer Stars Reading Programme continues at Bailieborough Library. Designed to encourage reading in children over the summer and develop a lifelong love of books. Pick up your reading card, choose from a wonderful selection of books and remember all completed reading cards will be in with a chance to win a voucher at the end of August.
The Library is open for browsing, borrowing, scanning, printing and photocopying. We have a huge selection of stock on offer. Phone Bailieborough Library at 042 9665779 for more details!
Deepest Sympathy: The death has occurred of Patrick Mooney, 41 Twin Oaks, Bailieborough, Cavan / Ardara, Donegal, on Sunday, July 25th. Patrick’s Funeral Mass took place in The Church of the Holy Family, Ardara followed by cremation in Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan on Thursday, July 29th, 2021. Deppest Sympathy is extended to all Patrick’s family, relatives and friends. The burial of Patrick’s ashes will take place at a later date in Ardara.
Bailieborough Red Cross: CPR can save a life. Are you interested in leaning CPR?
Contact us for more information.
We continue to be available to assist
any one still staying at home. If you have GP or Hospital appointments or
require medication delivery’s .
Please contact us on 086
8968928 or email @ adu.cavan@irishredcross.com or cavan.communitysupport@irishredcross.com
Cavan Community Call: The Cavan Community Call Helpline remains available for those who are vulnerable or isolated and may need help with essentials such as food, medicine, transport etc. Lines open 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Please call 1800 300 404 (freephone).
ICT Skills Programme: Do you want to re-train to re-enter the workforce? Are you out of work due to illness, disability or a personal setback? ICT Skills is a level 4 programme designed to support people who have faced a long term barrier to employment to re-train and re-enter the workforce. Participants may qualify for a training allowance—depending on eligibility criteria. Benefits include, work placement, training plan, personalised support and QQI certification. Telephone Mary on 049 43 77038 or 087 2274787 for further information.
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.
Suicide Bereavement Support Group
This Group is for anyone who has been bereaved by Suicide. Meetings take place every fortnight on Monday nights in the Farnham Arms Hotel in Cavan Town from 7pm to 9pm. All welcome for further information contact SOSAD on 049 4326339.
Positive Age–‘Good Morning Cavan’ Service: Good Morning Cavan is a free phone call service, which aims to provide security and friendship to older people living in County Cavan. Our team of friendly callers are on hand to chat to members of the community, who may be socially isolated or lonely. To avail of this service, to refer someone you know or to find out more information about this service, please contact, Positive Age Cavan at 049 438 0725 or 087 775 9584. You can also email posage88@gmail.com
Alone: Coronavirus Helpline for Older People—0818 222 024. If you have concerns or queries about Covid-19 call ALONE’S dedicated support line everyday from 8.00am to 8.00pm. To volunteer your help visit: www.alone.ie
St. Annes: It seems as though public Masses will not resume until May. Many responsible people are finding this delay in re-opening our churches increasingly hard to accept. We are the only country in Western Europe where this is the case.
The news that the number of people who may attend a Funeral will increase to 25 from April 26th, is to be welcomed.
The Bishop has granted permission for the resumption of Baptisms, with a limited attendance confined to parents and godparents.
Mass can be heard on the radio at 107.8FM in the Bailieborough area and 92FM in Shercock.
Public Masses are suspended until at least April 26th, when it is hoped that some of the current restrictions may be lifted. All Masses and Parish Funerals can be viewed on the Parish webcam or can be heard by tuning in the radio to 107.8 F.M.
Due to the restrictions, only six guests may participate in a wedding.
Due to Covid restrictions, the Parish Office will remain closed for the foreseeable future. Please feel free to contact Fr. Ultan for assistance on 087 341 8037 or 042 96 65117.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns: Members of Bailieborough Tidy Towns were hard at work last week—weeding shrub beds ,washing and painting benches and bins around the town. Many, many thanks to all helpers. We need more helpers.
If you have a spare hour would you volunteer to help out .You can join us whenever it suits you. Contact any Tidy Towns member for more details.
Farewell Jordan: On Sunday last our parish said farewell to Jordan, who has spent the past nine months with us on Pastoral Placement. He made an enormous contribution in difficult pandemic circumstances. Go n-eirí an bothar leat, Jordan!
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to children Mary, Breda, Rose, Paudie, Carmel, John, Michael and Paul on the death of Mary (Minnie) Cooney (nee McGee), Waterloo, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at her residence, on Wednesday, March 31st, in her 92nd year, surrounded by her loving family. Minnie was predeceased by her husband John.
Deeply regretted by her loving sons and daughters, brother John Magee, daughters in law, sons in law, sisters in law, Lill Magee and Nan Magee, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, good neighbours and friends.
Minnie’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Clanaphilip on Easter Sunday, April 4th and afterwards, her remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
Trocaire: Please return your Trocaire contributions to the parish office as soon as possible. This year, the focus is on helping refugees in South Sudan.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: During lockdown, we thought we would return to ‘Word at Noon’ from Monday-Friday each week. We hope these daily readings and reflections will be of some help in this tough time.
Services: Due to level 5 restrictions we cannot meet in our Church buildings, so our service this week will be on Facebook (or on YouTube under ‘bailieborough group of parishes’) from 10:30am this Sunday— April 11th.
Drumkeery Group Water Scheme: Scouring of the lines will continue for all of this week. Any queries, please contact 086 0466188.
Bailieboro Community Alert. For anyone who needs assistance, help is available, contact Kevin Carolan 0863759627. You must have your Eircode at hand for us to make contact with you.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughters, Patricia Mc Guirk, Teresa Reilly, sons Brian, Barry and Colin, sons in law Martin and Michael, daughters in law Bernadette, Mary and Nicola, grandchildren Kerrie, Donna , Enda, Aidan, Jane, Aoife, Lian and Alannah, sisters Helen, Violet and Ivy, brothers Russell, Leslie and Robert, sisters in law, nieces, nephews, neighbours and friends, relatives Maggie Smyth, Barbara and family, Caroline and family on the death of Margaret Moore (nee Waller), Cornaman, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully at her residence, following a short illness, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, March 31st , 2021.
Margaret’s Funeral Service took place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt on Friday, April 2nd and afterwards, her remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. .
Bailieborough Library:
Have you booked your place for Clever Little Handies; Baby Sign Class starting Tuesday 13th April at 11:30am, with instructor Claire Glynn from
Contact libraryevents@cavancoco.ie to book your place.
(4 week workshop from Tuesday 13th April to Tuesday 4th May).
Unfortunately, due to the Level 5 restrictions, the Library will remain closed for the foreseeable future. The online Library is available, anytime, anywhere! Throughout the coming weeks, you can access free eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, online courses and international newspapers! Our delivery service to members of our community who are vulnerable/cocooning will continue for the foreseeable future.
Did you know there are hundreds of online courses available FREE to library members?
Learning something new can really help with looking after our mental wellbeing. There’s lots of courses to choose from – from bread baking to interior design!
Join the library and find lots of resources to #KeepWell at www.librariesireland.ie
Bailieborough Red Cross: We
continue to be available to assist any one still staying at home. If you have
GP or Hospital appointments or require medication delivery’s .
Please contact us on 086
8968928 or email @ adu.cavan@irishredcross.com or cavan.communitysupport@irishredcross.com
SOSAD: SOSAD Cavan are running a Suicide Bereavement Support Group in April.
HOW: To Register please contact SOSAD via email cavan@sosadireland.ie
WHEN: Friday – April 9th 2021 – 7pm to 9pm.
WHERE: Online via Zoom or Farnham Arms Hotel – depending on restrictions.
East Cavan Gaels: Hurling: All being well we hope to get back hurling from the end of April, it is only two weeks after the return to school after the Easter break. We have loads of hurleys for those looking and for those looking for helmets you can let us know if you need one and we will look to order again, obviously things will happen a bit slower that we are used to.
All players MUST be members to be covered by the GAA insurance scheme so please use the time between now and return to play to get your individual or family membership up to date.
We are all really looking forward to seeing you all, hurling, again.
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.
Alone: Coronavirus Helpline for Older People—0818 222 024. If you have concerns or queries about Covid-19 call ALONE’S dedicated support line everyday from 8.00am to 8.00pm. To volunteer your help visit: www.alone.ie
St. Annes: Easter Ceremonies: While government restrictions mean that people may not attend the Ceremonies of Easter week in person, they can still be watched or listened to via the Parish Webcam, television and radio. Also the Churches of the Parish remain open for private prayer.
Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7.00pm.
Good Friday: The Passion of the Lord at 3.00pm. A short Stations of the Cross ceremony can be accessed on the Parish Webcam at any time.
Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil at 9.00pm.
Easter Sunday: Mass of the Resurrection at 10.00am. On Easter Sunday, why not light a candle at home and take a flower from your garden and place it at the foot of the cross, as a sign of hope in the resurrection of Christ.
Mass can be heard on the radio at 107.8FM in the Bailieborough area and 92FM in Shercock.
Holy Week on RTE tv and Radio: Holy Thursday—RTE One–(repeated Radio 1 Extra/LW 252 at 7.00pm).
Good Friday—RTE One/Radio 1 Extra-LW 252, 3 to 4pm—Solemn Liturgy for Good Friday from Knock Basilica.
Holy Saturday—RTE One/ Radio 1 Extra-LW 252—11pm to 12.15am—Easter Vigil from Knock Basilica.
Easter Sunday—RTE One—Live Mass from 10.00am to 11.00am.
Public Masses are suspended until at least April 5th, when it is hoped that some of the current restrictions may be lifted. All Masses and Parish Funerals can be viewed on the Parish webcam or can be heard by tuning in the radio to 107.8 F.M.
Due to the restrictions, only six guests may participate in a wedding. At present only 10 people may attend a Funeral. No baptisms may take place at the present time.
Due to Covid restrictions, the Parish Office will remain closed for the foreseeable future. Please feel free to contact Fr. Ultan for assistance on 087 341 8037 or 042 96 65117.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns: A big’ THANK YOU’ to all who donated so generously to our ‘Go Fund Me’ page. We really appreciate all your donations. All will help to keep our town colourful and tidy.
Also many thanks to all the litter pickers who are doing tremendous work picking up rubbish from our roads and ditches in their spare time.
Well done all.
Faith Matters: Faith Matters invite all to spiritually join them in the Devine Mercy Novena, which begins on Good Friday. Novena Cards will be available in St. Annes Church.
Water Lines Flushing: Dhuish Group Water Scheme flushing of the lines will continue until the end of next week. Any queries, contact 087 6293035.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife wife Doreen, children, Vanessa, Trevor, Shirley and Richard, brother Leonard, sons in law George and Tommy, daughters in law Denise and Olga, grandchildren Noah, Ethan and Grace, sister in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Albert (Bert) Coote, Main Street and Kells Road, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 18th 2021.
Bert’s Funeral Service took place in Trinity Presbyterian Church on Saturday, March 20th and afterwards, his remains were laid to rest in Urcher Graveyard.
Trocaire: Please return your Trocaire contributions to the parish office as soon as possible. This year, the focus is on helping refugees in South Sudan.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: During lockdown, we thought we would return to ‘Word at Noon’ from Monday-Friday each week. We hope these daily readings and reflections will be of some help in this tough time.
Services: Due to level 5 restrictions we cannot meet in our Church buildings, so our service this week will be on Facebook (or on YouTube under ‘bailieborough group of parishes’) from 10:30am this Sunday—Easter Sunday, April 4th.
Drumkeery Group Water Scheme: Scouring of the lines will continue this week and for all of next week. Any queries, please contact 086 0466188.
Bailieboro Community Alert. For anyone who needs assistance, help is available, contact Kevin Carolan 0863759627. You must have your Eircode at hand for us to make contact with you.
Regretted Death: Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughters Natalie and Maria, their mother Siobhan, mother Patricia, brothers Hugh, Bernard, Paul, Michael, sisters Teresa and Marian, granddaughter Mya, brother in law, sister in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends on the death of Andrew Cullivan, Glasgow and formerly, Lisnalea, Bailieborough, Co Cavan who passed away, suddenly on Wednesday, March 10th, 2021. Andrew was predeceased by his father Hugh and brother Stephen.
Andrew’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church on Tuesday, March 23rd and afterwards, his remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bailieborough Library: Applications are invited for the Creative Cavan Open Call Grants 2021. Grants will be between €2,500 and €5,000 in value. The closing date is Tuesday, 6th April, 2021.
Have you booked your place for Clever Little Handies; Baby Sign Class starting Tuesday 13th April at 11:30am, with instructor Claire Glynn from
Contact libraryevents@cavancoco.ie to book your place.
(4 week workshop from Tuesday 13th April to Tuesday 4th May).
Unfortunately, due to the Level 5 restrictions, the Library will remain closed for the foreseeable future. The online Library is available, anytime, anywhere! Throughout the coming weeks, you can access free eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, online courses and international newspapers! Our delivery service to members of our community who are vulnerable/cocooning will continue for the foreseeable future.
Did you know there are hundreds of online courses available FREE to library members?
Learning something new can really help with looking after our mental wellbeing. There’s lots of courses to choose from – from bread baking to interior design!
Join the library and find lots of resources to #KeepWell at www.librariesireland.ie
Bailieborough Red Cross: We
continue to be available to assist any one still staying at home. If you have
GP or Hospital appointments or require medication delivery’s .
Please contact us on 086
8968928 or email @ adu.cavan@irishredcross.com or cavan.communitysupport@irishredcross.com
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband of 59 years Frank, daughters Fiona (Segrave) and Marie (Higgins) and son Tony, sons-in-law Peter and Kevin and daughter-in-law Anna on the death of Anne (Nan) O’Reilly (nee Clarke) Talbot Court, Trim, Co. Meath and formerly of Templeogue, Dublin and Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully in the care of the wonderful staff at Carechoice Nursing Home, Trim following a long illness, on Monday, March 22nd, 2021. Beloved granny of Jamie, Thomas, Sarah, Charlie, Billy, Rose, John and Brian, Nan will be greatly missed by her loving family, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
Nan’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church on Thursday, March 25th and afterwards, her remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
SOSAD: SOSAD Cavan are running a Suicide Bereavement Support Group in April.
HOW: To Register please contact SOSAD via email cavan@sosadireland.ie
WHEN: Friday – April 9th 2021 – 7pm to 9pm.
WHERE: Online via Zoom or Farnham Arms Hotel – depending on restrictions.
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.
Alone: Coronavirus Helpline for Older People—0818 222 024. If you have concerns or queries about Covid-19 call ALONE’S dedicated support line everyday from 8.00am to 8.00pm. To volunteer your help visit: www.alone.ie
Bailieborough News. July 22nd 2019. Matthew J. Cullen.
Congratulations: Congratulations to Fr. Michael Router on becoming Auxiliary Bishop of Armagh. Fr. Michael was ordained Bishop at a ceremony in Armagh Cathedral on Sunday last, which was conducted by Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin, Papal Nuncio Archbishop Okolo and former Bishop of Kilmore Leo O’Reilly. Congratulations Bishop Michael from all the people of Bailieborough and the surrounding areas and we all hope that you will be a very welcome visitor to our town in the future.
Bailieborough Mid-Summer Festival: Bailieborough Midsummer Festival was buzzing over the Festival weekend. Congratulations to the Bailieborough Midsummer Festival team who did an amazing job of bringing community spirit back into the town. To the Committee, all the stewards, sponsors and helpers and all who turned up at all the events over the weekend, –thank you for all your hard work and dedication. Although the weather gods didn’t play ball on Sunday afternoon, the event was overall, a great success!! The atmosphere and feedback from people has been amazing which helped enormously with the ‘feel good’ factor over the weekend. See you all again next year for Bailieborough Midsummer Festival 2020!!
Bailieborough School of Music: Lotto results for 20-07-2019. Numbers Drawn; 10, 15, 20, 24. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Kelly Family, Curkish; Gráinne Smith; P Ruxton; Maureen Sheridan. Next week’s Jackpot €5,200.
Bailieborough Walking Group: July 24th Townly Hall, Drogheda
(M) Walk 1.5-2hrs. Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.15pm. Meeting at Tullyallen National School. From Collon follow the R168(Drogheda Road). After 6 km turn right for Tullyallen. Signed for Glen Emmets GAA. Follow this road and after football grounds turn left and the school is on your left.
Wednesday, July 31st – Dromone- Oldcastle.
Leaving Bailieborough Library at 6.30pm. Meet at Millbrook, Oldcastle at 7.05pm or at Dromone Engineering. A82 YH63.
6km from Oldcastle following the L2800 turn right for Dromone.
Walk commencing at 7.15pm. All welcome.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to husband, P.J, sons Mark, Peter, Owen and Ally, brothers Séan, Patrick, Ignatius, sisters Margaret and Regina, Mark’s partner Michelle, Peter’s partner Niamh, nieces, nephews and all extended family and friends on the death of Bridget Smith (nee Doogan), Galbolie, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at her residence on Monday, July 15th. Bridget was predeceased by her father Jack and mother Madge. Bridget’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough, on Thursday, July 18th with burial afterwards in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Bailieborough Group of Parishes BBQ:
The Rev. Ian and the parishioners of the Bailieborough Group of Parishes would like to thank the community for their tremendous support at the Annual BBQ at the beginning of July. Rev Ian would also like to thank the Parish for the enormous and enthusiastic effort that was put in by so many in providing a wonderful meal in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. A great evening was had by all.
Sunday 28th July: Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.
Sunday, August 4th: Bailieborough 10:45am – Holy Communion followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer.
Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre: We are now taking names for the following Classes at Bailieborough Business Centre, please call 042-969-4716 to reserve your place for these free classes.
Computers for Beginners· Find your way around the · Internet, · Learn Email, Motor Tax, · Online Shopping and more.
Computers for Improvers Level 2· Advanced email· Attachments· Social Media· Revenue.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to son,Richard, daughters, Karen, Sandra, Gill, Edel and Lisa, brother John Anthony, sisters, Mary Rose, Margaret, Pauline, Philomena, Kathleen and the late Eugene on the death of Patrick (Paddy) Clarke, Knockmore, Arklow, Wicklow / Bray, Wicklow / and formerly of Bailieborough, Cavan, who passed away peacefully at Asgard Lodge Nursing Home on Thursday, July 18th.
Paddy was predeceased by his wife Katrina and his death is deeply regretted by his sons-in-law Diarmuid, Seán, Jude, Mervyn and John, daughter-in-law Michelle, grandchildren Jamie, Kai, Kaydan, Freya, Chloe, Kyle, Ben, Sam and Ruby, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.
Paddy’s Funeral Mass took place on Monday, July 22nd in St. Joseph’s Church, Templerainey, with burial afterwards in Kilcarra Cemetery.
Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl! Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm. It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome. Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough at 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.
Cemetery Sunday: The annual Blessing of the Graves in St. Anne’s Cemetery will take place on Sunday, September 1st at 12 noon. Now would be the ideal time to tend to your family grave or plot.
Citizen’s Information: The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc. No appointment necessary.
Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’: ‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–July 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24th (Saturday, 1.30pm).
Bailieborough Library: Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
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.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 22nd July 2019
Quiet time of the year!!
Under 13/15/17;
Holiday season in full swing. We will train when all available. Players will get text.
Under 7; Next blitz is Monday 29th in Mullahoran.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
‘Running with The Fathers Heart—32 Marathons in 32 Counties—Because every County Counts:
A Scroll filled with God the Father’s love is being carried the length of a Marathon in each of the 32 counties. In week 12, on Saturday next, April 13th, the Scroll is being carried through Cavan. Locals are invited to help carry the Scroll (it is like the Olympic Torch), walking, running or cycling, a short or long distance of this relay marathon.
Other activities over the weekend include, a message on ‘God the Father’s Love’ by Fr. Seamus Heaney on Friday evening next, April 12th at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre (the old Parochial House beside St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough). On Saturday morning, April 13th, there will be a ‘Prayer over County Cavan’ at Lough An Leagh at 9.30am, with the Cavan Relay Marathon—carrying the Scroll from Lough an Leagh to Cootehill Forest— beginning at 10.15am. Christians are invited to walk, run or cycle, taking a turn in carrying the Scroll along the route, whatever distance they choose. The Marathon ends with a ‘Worship Celebration’ in Cootehill Forest at 4.00pm, thanking God for all that He has done, is doing and will do in County Cavan. All welcome.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for 06-04-2019. Numbers Drawn; 6, 8, 11, 12. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Teresa Cooney; John Reilly; Maggie Owens; Kathleen Gormley. Next week’s Jackpot €3,700.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed:
You will find them at the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough from Monday to Thursday (10 – 2), come and join them for a cup of tea and a chat and see what they are working on!
Holy Week Ceremonies in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough:
Passion Sunday, April 13th: Reconciliation Service at 7.00pm.
Holy Thursday, April 18th —Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 7.00pm in St. Annes.
Good Friday, April 19th: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion at 3.00pm. Prayer around the Cross at 8.00pm.
Holy Saturday, April 20th Easter Vigil: Holy Saturday at 9.00pm. Confessions will also take place in St. Anne’s on Holy Saturday from 12 noon to 3.00pm.
Easter Sunday, April 21st: Mass of the Lord’s Resurrection at 10.00am.
Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’:
A Lough Derg ‘One Day Retreat’ will take place on Sunday, May 5th –organised by the St. Vincent DePaul Society. A bus will be leaving the Community Centre at 7.30am. To book a seat, please contact John at 086 055 4578 or Pat at 086 063 5856.
Security Guarding and Door Security Course:
Bailieborough Business Centre Security Guarding and Door Security QQI Level 4. Duration 5 days over 3 weeks. Call 042-9694716 or 087 619 0040 for further information.
Bailieborough Social Day Group:
The next get-together of the Bailieborough Social Day Group will take place on Wednesday, April 17th from 2.30pm to 4.30pm, in the Community Centre, Chapel Road. New members always welcome.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Bailieborough Tidy Towns are holding their Annual ‘Spring Clean Day’ on Saturday next, April 13th. 2019. Meet at Market Sq. at 11am. Wear a high-vis jacket and bring a litter picker. Join the Tidy Town’s team and keep your road clean.
Bailieborough Women’s Group:
Meeting on Friday next, April 12th in the Community Centre from 2.00pm to 4.00pm and fortnightly thereafter. Activity for this term will be ‘Flower Arranging’. New members welcome.
Bailieborough Poetry Festival:
The Bailieborough Poetry Festival 2019 will take place on the week-end of 3 – 5 October 2019. Details, guest poets etc are being finalized at the moment.
‘Adult Irish Dance and Ceilí Classes’:
Adult Irish dance classes will take place in Tierworker Hall at 5:00pm every Wednesday evening. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.
‘Darkness into Light’ Bailieborough’:
The route for the 2019 Darkness into Light in Bailieborough on May 11th 2019 has been published and will start at approximately 4.15 am from the Community Centre on Chapel Road. Heading towards main street it will turn left onto New Road passing the back of Supervalu. At the Model School we will turn right on to Church Street following onto Main street and up to the Market Square. From there we head on to Rakeevan along the Institute Road passing Terra before turning right for the Kells Road. Turning right the route follows the Kells Road back into town where we will turn left onto the Virginia Road. At the Chapel car park we turn right towards the Chapel and turn right at the lake car park to finish up at the Community Centre. What better way to start the day? We look forward to seeing you on the day.
Bridge:
Bridge Results for Tuesday, 19th
March: First: Tony Carolan and Jimmy Stafford. Second: Betty Olwell
and Rosaleen Mackey. Best Gross:
Teresa O’ Reilly and Joy Jameson.
Tuesday, 26th March: First:
Patti Clarke and Rose Brennan. Second: Sean Kelleher and Mona McCormack.
Best Gross: Ita Clarke and Kathy O’Sullivan.
Third: Pauline McEvoy and Rosaleen Keegan.
Tuesday, 2nd April: First: Helen Clarke and Kathleen McArdle.
Second: Tom Moran and John McGahan. Best Gross: Teresa
O’Reilly and Joy Jameson.
Third: Sean Kelleher and Mona McCormack.
Bridge lessons for beginners takes place in the Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.
Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie. Everybody welcome.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes:
Saturday 13th April:
‘Through The Roof’ – Knockbride 2pm.
Sunday 14th April – Palm Sunday
Bailieborough 10:45am – Morning Prayer followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Holy Communion and Sunday Club.
Monday 15th April: Lenten Bible Study 8:30-9:30pm and Late Evening Office @ The Rectory.
Tuesday 16th April: Lenten Bible Study 8:30-9:30pm and Late Evening Office @ The Rectory.
Wednesday 17th April:
Lenten Bible Study 8:30-9:30pm and Late Evening Office @ The Rectory.
Thursday 18th April: Maundy Thursday Service 7:30pm at Bailieborough Church.
Easter Sunday 21st April: Bailieborough 6:15am – Easter Sunrise Service, followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 10:30am – Easter Communion.
CMETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (Aegis):
Are you an adult thinking about returning to education or training? If so, an Adult Guidance Councillor will be available for drop-in queries, every second Thursday, the next one taking place at Bailieborough Library from 10.00am to 2.00pm on Thursday April 18th.
Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!
Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm. It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome. Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.
Adult Oil Painting Classes:
Adult Oil Painting Classes in Trinity Hall, Virginia Road, Bailieborough on Tuesday, April 30th from 8.00pm to 9.30pm, for six weeks. All levels of painter’s welcome. Phone 087 636 5342 for more details.
Citizen’s Information:
The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc. No appointment necessary.
Charity Bike Run:
The second annual ‘Niamh Crosby Memorial Honda 50 Run’ in aid of Niamh’s family room in St James’s Hospital will take place on Easter Sunday, April 21st, commencing at 12noon, from Enagh House (located approx. 2kms from Virginia on the Virginia—Bailieborough Road). Registration will be from 10.00am and all bikes welcome to support this very worthy cause. Help make this year’s Run as good as last years or even better!!
For further information, please contact: Peter at 087 0910 345 or Brendan, 087 225 8944.
Easter Colouring Competition:
Easter bunnies, spring flowers, bees and of course chocolate eggs…we are celebrating Easter with a Colouring Competition with three categories: 3—5yr olds, 6—8yr olds and 9—12yr olds and we have a tasty prize for the winners!! Pop into Bailieborough Library, Cootehill Library or Cavan Library for your entry form or download one and print it at home. The closing date is Tuesday, April 16th. Children must be library members to enter the competition—joining your library is FREE and easy—just pop into any library in Cavan.
First Aid Course:
First Aid Course on Saturday 27th April, from 9-4pm €80.
First Aid Responder Course on Monday 13th of May and for 3 consecutive Mondays €220. Please contact Bailieborough Business Centre on 042- 96 94716 or 087– 6190040 for further information.
Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’:
‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.
A Reconciliation Service for Easter:
will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Sunday, April 14th (Passion Sunday) at 7.00pm. Confessions will be heard by the Priests of the Pastoral Area as part of a Scripture Service. Confessions will take place in St. Patrick’s Church, Shercock on Monday, April 15th at 7.00pm and in St. Annes, Bailieborough on Holy Saturday, April 20th from 12 noon to 3.00pm.
The Hideout ‘Royle Family’:
The Hideout Fundraising Committee presents: ‘The Hideout Royle Family’ in aid of SOSAD, in the Hideout, The Vale on Easter Sunday, April 21st, commencing at 8.00pm. Starring: Mark Argue, Claire Lynch, Susan McCaul, Garreth Walsh, Gavin McElwaine, Madeline Callan and Mark Regan. Admission at the door is 10 and there will be Irish Music and Dancing after the ‘Main Event’!! All welcome.
Bailieborough Business Centre:
Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.
Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.
Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.
Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.
Welcome to Poetry Town! :
For Poetry Day Ireland on Thursday, May 2nd Bailieborough Creative Hub will turn
Bailieborough into Ireland’s most poetic town.
This FREE event will have poetry readings and performances by special guest
poets in the Bailie Hotel (12pm) and Trisha’s Café at (3pm). There will be a
poetry trail, open mike sessions, impromptu performances and FREE goodie bags
with books sponsored by The Gallery Press. Local schools have been invited to
take part in a poetry competition with the theme ‘Truth or Dare’ (this year’s
Poetry Ireland theme) the winners will receive a prize and the opportunity to
read or have their poem read at the closing event in the Library (7pm). This
Bailieborough Creative Hub event is supported by Poetry Ireland and Cavan
County Council.
Bailieborough Creative Hub will have many other surprises for Welcome to Poetry
Town endeavouring to create ‘The most poetic town in Ireland’ so watch out for
more information in the local shops and businesses or check out @BBCreativehub
or email us at bailieboroughcreativehub@gmail.com
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April, May, June, July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–April 20th (Easter Saturday, 9.00pm), April 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), May 12th (Sunday,12.30pm), May 26th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 8th (Saturday, 1.30pm), June 23rd, (Sunday 12.30pm), July 20th, (Saturday 1.30pm), July 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24th (Saturday, 1.30pm).
Bailieborough Library:
Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
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.
Alcoholics Anonymous:
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 8th April 2019
Senior;
Congratulations to our Senior team as they won their first ever competitive game on Sunday when they went to, and beat, the hosts Cootehill in an entertaining contest 5-15 to 1-11. Next up is to host Mullahoran in Kingscourt on Sunday next with a place in the league final a possibility.
Cavan Senior league fixtures; (all Sundays)
14/04 H v Mullahoran
21/04 Final- Breffni Park
Sundays Seniors in Cootehill.
U13/15/17;
The new expanded Tain leagues began on Monday last with our U13s going down to defeat to Latton. The next round is Monday 15th away to Carrick. Training for U13s on Friday at 7 at the Vale tbc.
Our U15s make their competitive bow with a home fixture against St.Fechins from Louth in Kingscourt on Monday.
Tain U13 league fixtures (all Mondays)
15/04 A v Carrick
29/04 H v Cootehill
13/05 A v St. Fechins
27/05 BYE
Tain U15 league fixtures (all Mondays)
08/04 H v St. Fechins
22//04 A v Mattock Rangers
06/05 A v North Meath Gaels
20/05 H v The Saints
03/06 H v Carrick
Under 7/9/11;
The indoor season is now, weather permitting, finished as the lads get ready to show their skills outside. We place more emphasis on games over training as we try to get as many games as possible through the summer. Where we have games fixed there will be no training that week but that can change week to week so watch this space. We are scheduled to train this coming Friday at the Vale astro but if any games come up we will prioritise them.
Fridays U7/9s after training.
Fridays U11s.
Table Quiz; date for your diary! 3rd May.
Our now annual table quiz, which raises much needed funding will take place on Friday May 3rd in Nixys The Square Bar, Bailieborough at 9pm. This is a great social event with some good prizes and a good night out in support of the club.
The week ahead;
Monday; U15s V St.Fechins Tain League in Kingscourt 7pm
Thursday; Senior training at 8pm in Killann or Kingscourt Stars tbc.
Friday; U7/9 from 6-7pm & U11 & U13 from 7-8pm at Bailieborough Celtic AFC at the Vale astro. €3 each please.
Saturday;
Sunday; SHL v Mullahoran in Kingscourt 5pm.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Alpha Course:
Thank You to all who took part over the past 10 weeks in the very successful Alpha Course. An average of 65—70 people attended each night and enjoyed the experience of discussing aspects of the Christian Faith with others especially with members of other Christian denominations in the local community. Fr. Michael Router and the Reverend Ian Horner would especially like to thank the group facilitators for their commitment and skill in leading the conversation and also the management and staff of the Bailie Hotel for their warmth and welcome. Details of a follow-up course in the Autumn, will be announced later.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for16-03-2019. Numbers Drawn; 13, 15, 29, 30. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Seán and Damien, Galbolie; Áine Liggan; Amelia O’Brien; Damien Clarke.
Lotto results for 23-03-2019. Numbers Drawn; 1, 12, 19, 27. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Teresa Cooney; John Reilly; Drena Halpin; Mary Carolan Murray. Next week’s Jackpot €3,500.
Knockbride Annual Variety show:
The Annual Knockbride Variety Show will take place on Thursday 28th, Friday 29th and Saturday 30th March 2019 in Tunnyduff Hall, Bailieborough.
Doors open at 8.00 with the show starting at 8.30pm.
A fun filled night of comedy, song, music and dance. All welcome.
Fundraising ‘Coffee Morning’, in Memory of Oliver Maguire:
A fundraising ‘Coffee Morning’ in memory of Oliver Maguire will take place in the home of Noreen Maguire, Monaghanoose, Bailieborough on Saturday next, March 30th, from 12 noon onwards. All proceeds go to Bailieborough Cancer Fund and Cavan Palliative Care. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed:
You will find them at the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough from Monday to Thursday (10 – 2), come and join them for a cup of tea and a chat and see what they are working on!
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Rose, children Brian, Martin and Ann, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family and friends on the death of Tom McGuinness, Corlurgan, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital on Monday, March 11th, 2019. Tom’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday, March 14th in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery.
Thank You:
Thank you to the Fox School of Dancing for providing a display of Irish Dancing at the end of the 10.00am Mass on St. Patrick’s Day. Over 35 children and teenagers from the school took part.
Security Guarding and Door Security Course:
Bailieborough Business Centre Security Guarding and Door Security QQI Level 4. Duration 5 days over 3 weeks. Call 042-9694716 or 087 619 0040 for further information.
Bailieborough Tidy Towns:
Bailieborough Tidy Towns are holding their Annual ‘Spring Clean Day’ on Saturday, April 13th. 2019. Meet at Market Sq. at 11am. Wear a high-vis jacket and bring a litter picker. Join the Tidy Town’s team and keep your road clean.
‘Adult Irish Dance and Ceilí Classes’:
Adult Irish dance classes will take place in Tierworker Hall at 5:00pm every Wednesday evening. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.
Registration Night:
‘Darkness into Light’ Bailieborough, will be holding a registration evening on Friday next, 29th March, in The Lemon Tree, on Barrack St. Bailieborough, between 6.00 and 9.00pm. The event will be taking place on Saturday 11th May 2019. Early Bird registration rates are: Adult 18+, €20, Student 18+, €15, Job-Seeker, €15, Senior 65+ €15, Children 6—17yrs €5 and children under 5, free. Please note: We cannot accept card payments, those wishing to pay by card can do so by going online: www.darknessintolight.ie
The route for the 2019 Darkness into Light in Bailieborough on May 11th 2019 will start at approximately 4.15 am from the Community Centre on Chapel Road. Heading towards main street it will turn left onto New Road passing the back of Supervalu. At the Model School we will turn right on to Church Street following onto Main street and up to the Market Square. From there we head on to Rakeevan along the Institute Road passing Terra before turning right for the Kells Road. Turning right the route follows the Kells Road back into town where we will turn left onto the Virginia Road. At the Chapel car park we turn right towards the Chapel and turn right at the lake car park to finish up at the Community Centre. What better way to start the day? We look forward to seeing you on the day.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort: Quiz Night:
A massive “Thank You ” to each and every one, who supported the quiz night and gave spot prizes…. and last but by no means least quizmaster Stanley. We had a full house raising €1350 !!! Your support is really appreciated.
Bridge: Bridge results for Tuesday, 5th March: First:
Patsy Corcoran and Sean Kelleher. Second:
Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson. Best Gross: Rosaleen Keegan and Pauline
McEvoy. Third: Vera Bell and Una Stafford.
Results for Tuesday, 12th March: First:
Kathleen McArdle and John McGahan. Second: Helen Clarke and Teresa O’Reilly. Best Gross: Patsy Corcoran and Tom Moran.
Bridge lessons for beginners takes place in the Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.
Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie. Everybody welcome.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes:
Sunday 31st March: Bailieborough 10:45am – United All-Age Service.
Mondays (during term time): Badminton, Bailieborough Hall; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students.
Birdwatch Ireland:
Our March outing will take place this Sunday, 31st to Dundalk docks.
This area is nationally recognised for its importance for wintering birds and provides close access so even amateurs can identify birds easily.
This is a great opportunity to see wintering waders before they return home to northern countries for the breeding season.
If you haven’t been to an event before, or aren’t yet a member of Birdwatch, you are very welcome to attend.
Meet at Dundalk docks at 11 a.m. There is parking at Lidl across the road.
Dress warmly and bring a hot drink and a snack.
Bailieborough Community School: Parents Association:
Students from Bailieborough Community School are assisting on the 2019 Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes at the end of May. The BCS Parents Association is delighted to support these students on the Pilgrimage and raise the required funding. A ‘Virtual Cycle’ from Bailieborough to Lourdes will take place on Saturday next, March 30th outside Super Valu, Main St. Please come and encourage the students, parents and teachers on their virtual trip and donate to this very worthy cause.
CMETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (Aegis):
Are you an adult thinking about returning to education or training? If so, an Adult Guidance Councillor will be available for drop-in queries, every second Thursday, the next one taking place at Bailieborough Library from 10.00am to 2.00pm on Thursday, April 4th.
| Frank William Mansfield, Bexscourt View, Baileborough, Co Cavan. Tuesday March 19th Peacefully at Cavan General Hospital. Much loved husband and friend of Shirley (Charlotte). Sadly missed by his loving wife, daughter Carole, son-in-law Christopher, grandchildren Glenn and Eilish, brother Laurence, sister-in-law Gwenn, nephew David, relatives and friends. Funeral Service on Sunday, March 24th, at 12.00 noon in Lakelands Funeral Home and Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan, followed by Cremation. |
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife, Shirley (Charlotte), daughter Carole, son-in-law Christopher, grandchildren Glenn and Eilish, brother Laurence, sister-in-law Gwenn, nephew David, relatives and friends on the death of Frank William Mansfield, Bexcourt View, Bailieborough, Co Cavan who passed away peacefully at Cavan General Hospital on Tuesday March 19th. Frank William’s Funeral Service took place on Sunday, March 24th , in Lakelands Funeral Home and Crematorium, Dublin Road, Cavan, followed by Cremation.
First Confession:
First Confession for the children in second class in St. Felim’s National School, The Vale will take place in St. Anne’s Church on Tuesday evening next, April 2nd at 7.30pm.
Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!
Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm. It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome. Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.
Cake Sale:
A Cake Sale for the Bailieborough Community School students going to help on the Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes at the end of May will take place at St. Anne’s Church after the 7.00pm Mass on Saturday next, March 30th.
Citizen’s Information:
The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc. No appointment necessary.
Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’:
‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.
A Reconciliation Service for Easter:
will take place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Sunday, April 14th (Passion Sunday) at 7.00pm. Confessions will be heard by the Priests of the Pastoral Area as part of a Scripture Service. Confessions will take place in St. Patrick’s Church, Shercock on Monday, April 15th at 7.00pm and in St. Annes, Bailieborough on Holy Saturday, April 20th from 12 noon to 3.00pm.
Bailieborough Business Centre:
Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.
Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.
Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.
Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for April, May, June, July and August 2019: The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–April 6th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 20th (Saturday, 9.00pm), April 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), May 12th (Sunday,12.30pm), May 26th (Sunday, 12.30pm), June 8th (Saturday, 1.30pm), June 23rd, (Sunday 12.30pm), July 20th, (Saturday 1.30pm), July 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), August 10th (Saturday, 1.30pm) and August 24th (Saturday, 1.30pm).
Bailieborough Library:
Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
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.
Alcoholics Anonymous:
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club – Hurling News 25th March 2019
Under 7/9/11; Continued good work from both our groups on Fridays. With the clocks changing next week we hope to begin our outdoor season. More news next week.
Fridays U7/9s after training.
Registration;
We MUST get all our players registered by the end of March as per GAA rules. It is imperative that all our players are registered with East Cavan Gaels before then.
Official GAA Club; We have applied for, and been granted by Cavan County Board, official Club status. After ten years of hard work and the fact that we now field at all levels of hurling up to and including adult level we have been granted the status of a Club. A lot of work has gone into this project and there is still a lot more to do but we are very proud of this achievement. We will take our place at County Committee meetings along with the other 41 GAA units in Cavan. Our first meeting will be in early April and our first Official Club Committee meeting will take place shortly after. We thank all of those who came to our recent meeting to ratify the transition committee which will take us to the next stage of development.
We have a significant amount of people and organisations to thank for helping us to get to this stage and we will formally recognise this at a later date most likely to mark our tenth anniversary which happens this summer. We are now at the end of the beginning………….now on to the next phase!!
U13/15/17; Pre-season has been a bit stop/start but the games will be coming thick and fast from now on. Training will move outdoors this week in Killann on Monday at 6pm and will remain on Mondays from now on. The new expanded Tain leagues, with 44 clubs and 66 teams from Ulster, Leinster and Connaught, for U13 and U15, begin with the U13s at home in Kingscourt v Latton on 1st April and the U15s at home to St. Fechins on 8th April. Best of luck to all.
Tain U13 league fixtures (all Mondays)
01/04 H v Latton
15/04 A v Carrick
29/04 H v Cootehill
13/05 A v St. Fechins
27/05 BYE
Tain U15 league fixtures (all Mondays)
08/04 H v St. Fechins
22//04 A v Mattock Rangers
06/05 A v North Meath Gaels
20/05 H v The Saints
03/06 H v Carrick
Club Senior;
Senior training on this Thursday at 8 on the astro at the Vale. New players always very welcome. First round of the league is Sunday next 31st v Pearse Óg in Kingscourt tbc at 5pm.
Cavan Senior league fixtures; (all Sundays)
31/03 H v Pearse Óg 5pm
07/04 A v Cootehill
14/04 H v Mullahoran
21/04 Final- Breffni Park
The week ahead;
Thursday; Senior training at 8 at the Vale astro.
Friday; U7/9 from 6-7pm and U11 from 7-8pm in the Community School Sports Hall Bailieborough. €3 each please.
Sunday; SHL v Pearse Óg 5pm in Kingscourt.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Well Done Leanne:
Congratulations and well done to local girl, Leanne Kiernan on winning the Senior Women’s Player of the Year Award at the 29th ‘Three’ FAI International Awards on Sunday night last. The awards were held in the R.T.E. Studios and were televised live on R.T.E. Well done Leanne on winning this terrific award and onward and upward for the rest of 2019!
Confirmation:
On a cold, blustery, March Saturday morning, the Sacrament of Confirmation was administered in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough by Fr. Kevin Donohue P.P. V.F. Ballyjamesduff, who was the principal celebrant. Congratulations to the 84 young people from the parish who received the Sacrament. The following are the students who received the Sacrament: St. Anne’s National School, Bailieborough: Emilija Auskalnyte, Amelia Binello-Whelehan, Nathan Byrne, Josh Carolan, Klara Carolan, Natasha Carolan, Nicole Carolan, Alexis Clarke, Sarah Cullen, Louisa Farrell, Peggy Flanagan, Laura Foran, Jade Gaffney, Jill Martha Giles, Sean Hewitt, Kristina Jokubauskyte, Keane Keating, Darragh Kennedy, Kate Kierans, Michael McDonagh, Rio Murray, Oisin O’Shaughnessy, Aela O’Sullivan, Filip Papic Pesec, Hannah Reel, Craig Reilly, Tina Ruske, Luke Shevlin, Ryan Smith, Jessy Williams and Thomas White.
St. Felim’s National School, The Vale:
Katlyn Brady, Wayne Brown, Chloe Cahill, Miah Kate Carroll, Ava Clarke, Caoimhe Clarke, Ella Kate Clarke, Ryan Coleman, Alanna Cooney, Sarah Corcoran, Nathan Dunne, Oisin Fox, Connor Gaffney, Grace Gormley, Rian Kearney, Darragh Keegan, Molly Keegan, Cora Kelly, Conor McIntyre, Conor Monaghan, Aoibheann Mulligan, Josh O’Neill, Ruby Parsons, Orlaith Redmond, Katie Mai Reilly and Shannon Smith.
St. Patrick’s National School, Shercock:
Jenna Boylan, Lucas Burns, Oisin Byrne, Ava Campbell, Billie Jean Cespedes, Aaron Clarke, Shauna Clarke, Fayth Daly, Arnas Dadura, Beth Dickson, Noah Fidgeon, Lily Foster, Roman Hrushchak, John Lambe, Zach Lynch, Abbie McCabe, Laura McCaul, Blathnaid McCaul, Sophia McEvoy, Andrew Murray, Lee Murray, Rebecca O’Reilly (Darkley), Rebecca O’Reilly (Tullybrick), Jane Ruxton and Blanaid Smith. Adult: Lukasz Bobatow.
Bailieborough Heritage Society
is hosting a talk by Aogán Ó Fearghaíl, (Ex-President of the GAA) on Gaelic Sunday, the GAA 1918 Rebellion, when 100,000 GAA players faced down the British Empire. The talk will take place in the Bailieborough Development Association Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough on Tuesday next, 26th March at 8.00 pm. All welcome, refreshments served.
Singers Needed:
The Folk Choir, who usually sing at the 7.00pm Vigil Mass on Saturday evenings, are looking for new members to boost their numbers. If you would like to join, you can either go up to the Gallery before Mass on Saturday evenings, to give your contact details to Choir Director, Sean O’Reilly or you can send a text message to 087 4407990.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade:
On Sunday afternoon last, the 18th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade took place in the town. The organisers were lucky this year in that, the Parade started and finished in between the showers and the sun shone for most of it. The Parade proved to be an enjoyable event for young and old. Mr. P.J. Barry—MC for the event—kept the attendance amused and informed about the various participants in the Parade. Two marching bands took part in the parade—the Aughnamullen Pipe Band and St. Mary’s Brass and Reed Band, Kingscourt. Local businesses, sporting clubs, organisations and charities were well represented, with some organisations making a very welcome return to the parade.
The Prize-winners on the day were, Best Float—Kingscourt Play Centre, Best Window ‘Clarke’s Hardware’, Best Comedy Float: Bailieborough Creative Hub and Best Club, Bailieborough Shamrocks.
Thank you all to everyone who bought tickets for the raffle. The winners are.
1st Prize: Emma Shelvin (Weekend in Westport).
2nd Prize: Stacey Comiskey (Westlife tickets).
3rd: Glenn Argue (Rod Stewart tickets).
4th: Alannah Maguire (Smart TV).
One for all voucher: Tommy McCabe.
Lisa Regan and Kathleen Gormley won a gift voucher for the Bailie Hotel.
THANK YOU to all the volunteers, entrepreneurs, voluntary and community groups, local businesses and anyone who helped out in this year’s Parade, without your help and enthusiasm, there would be no Parade! and despite the weather and other events taking place, you all made it a very enjoyable event.
Bailieborough School of Music:
Lotto results for16-03-2019. Numbers Drawn; 13, 15, 29, 30. No Jackpot Winner, Lucky Dip (€25) Winners; Seán and Damien, Galbolie; Áine Liggan; Amelia O’Brien; Damien Clarke. Next week’s Jackpot €3,400.
Knockbride Annual Variety show:
The Annual Knockbride Variety Show will take place on Thursday 28th, Friday 29th and Saturday 30th March 2019 in Tunnyduff Hall, Bailieborough.
Doors open at 8.00 with the show starting at 8.30pm.
A fun filled night of comedy, song, music and dance. All welcome.
First Confession:
First Confession for the children in 2nd class in St. Anne’s National School will take place in St. Anne’s Church on Tuesday, March 26th, at 7.30pm.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed:
You will find them at the Beckscourt Centre, Bailieborough from Monday to Thursday (10 – 2), come and join them for a cup of tea and a chat and see what they are working on!
First Aid and CPR Training:
3 Hour Parent First Aid and CPR Training in Bailie Hotel, Tuesday 26th March from 7.00 – 10pm, €50. Call or text Daniel Mahon to book 087-6759493. Booking is essential.
Deepest Sympathy:
Deepest Sympathy is extended to wife Rose, children Brian, Martin and Ann, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family and friends on the death of Tom McGuinness, Corlurgan, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital on Monday, March 11th, 2019. Tom’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday, March 14th in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough with burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery.
Bailieborough Social Day Group:
The next social afternoon for the Bailieborough Social Day Group will take place on Wednesday, March 20th in the Community Centre from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. New members are always welcome.
First Aid Responders Course:
First Aid Responder Course takes place from Monday, March 25th for three Mondays thereafter from 9am to 4pm at the Bailieborough Business Centre. Call 042-9694716 or 087-619 0040 for further information.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort:
‘Quiz Night’: Bailieborough Cancer Comfort are holding a ‘Quiz Night’ in Fox’s Bar and Lounge, Main Street, on Friday, March 22nd. ‘Early Bird’ round commences at 9.00pm, sharp. Entry fee is €40 per table of four. Great prizes on the night and your support would be greatly appreciated.
Bailieborough Creative Hub:
Bailieborough Creative Hub meeting at 6.30pm on Tuesday evening next, 26th March in Bailieborough Library, Market Sq. New members welcome. Think It! Create It! Share It!
Security Guarding and Door Security Course:
Bailieborough Business Centre Security Guarding and Door Security QQI Level 4. Duration 5 days over 3 weeks. Call 042-9694716 or 087 619 0040 for further information.
‘Adult Irish Dance and Ceilí Classes’:
Adult Irish dance classes will take place in Tierworker Hall at 5:00pm every Wednesday evening. For more information please contact Aishling Fox on (087) 9699235.
Registration Night:
‘Darkness into Light’ Bailieborough, will be holding a registration evening on Friday 29th March, in The Lemon Tree, on Barrack St. Bailieborough, between 6.00 and 9.00pm. The event will be taking place on Saturday 11th May 2019. Early Bird registration rates are: Adult 18+, €20, Student 18+, €15, Job-Seeker, €15, Senior 65+ €15, Children 6—17yrs €5 and children under 5, free.
The route for the 2019 Darkness into Light in Bailieborough on May 11th 2019 will start at approximately 4.15 am from the Community Centre on Chapel Road. Heading towards main street it will turn left onto New Road passing the back of Supervalu. At the Model School we will turn right on to Church Street following onto Main street and up to the Market Square. From there we head on to Rakeevan along the Institute Road passing Terra before turning right for the Kells Road. Turning right the route follows the Kells Road back into town where we will turn left onto the Virginia Road. At the Chapel car park we turn right towards the Chapel and turn right at the lake car park to finish up at the Community Centre. What better way to start the day? We look forward to seeing you on the day.
Bridge:
Bridge lessons for beginners takes place in the Hotel Bailie, Bailieborough, at 7.30pm, each Monday night.
Senior’s Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm, in the Hotel Bailie. Everybody welcome.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes:
Wednesday 20th March: ALPHA Course – Bailie Hotel 8-9:30pm.
Friday 22nd March: FOCUS Youth Group 8-10:30pm Trinity Hall.
Sunday 24th March: Bailieborough 10:45am – All-Age Service followed by tea and coffee.
Knockbride 12noon – Morning Prayer and Sunday Club.
Mondays (during term time): Badminton, Bailieborough Hall; 7-8pm for primary students, 8-9pm for secondary students.
Bailieborough Gardening Club:
The Bailieborough Gardening Club resumes on Monday evening next, March 25th at 8.00pm, in Fox’s Lounge, Main St., with a talk by Horticulturist, Barry Kavanagh on ‘What we can do at this time of the year in our garden, to prepare for the season ahead’. New members very welcome.
CMETB Adult Education Guidance and Information Service (Aegis):
Are you an adult thinking about returning to education or training? If so, an Adult Guidance Councillor will be available for drop-in queries, every second Thursday, commencing on Thursday, March 21st at Bailieborough Library from 10.00am to 2.00pm.
Walk, Jog, Run or Crawl!
Run, walk, crawl or jog every Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Community Centre, Chapel Road, Bailieborough at 8pm. It’s free!!!! And there is no catch! All newcomers welcome. Also the Saturday morning Leisure Group Cycle is back for 2019 and takes place on Saturday mornings leaving from the Community Centre, Bailieborough AT 9.00AM. Please bring euros for coffee stop and all welcome.
Citizen’s Information:
The service takes place every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm in the Library— providing information, advice and advocacy supports to everyone on Social welfare, employment, Pensions, Health, Tax etc. No appointment necessary.
The ‘Open Door Sessions’:
A gathering of talents with music from Néamh O’Donoghue and Brendan Melia and the magical sculptures of the Celtic Fairy Collection, will take place ‘Downstairs @ Nixys’, The Square Bar, on this Friday, March 22nd, commencing at 9.00pm. Free admission. Assisted by Cavan County Council Arts Office.
Bailieborough ‘Lend A Hand’:
‘Lend a Hand’ is for the elderly and vulnerable in the Bailieborough area. Just give us a call if you need a job done, or even just a chat. Phone Ann on 042 9694825.
Bailieborough Business Centre:
Excel Level 4, Tuesdays 10 – 1pm.
Computers for Beginners, Level 2 Wednesdays.
Word Level 4, Thursdays 10-1pm.
Safe pass. Call 042-96 94 716/ 087– 619 0040 for further information.
Baptism Dates in St. Annes for March, April and May 2019:
The following are the available dates for Baptisms in St. Anne’s Church–March 24th (Sunday, 12.30pm), April 6th (Saturday, 1.30pm), April 20th (Saturday, 9.00pm), April 28th (Sunday, 12.30pm), My 12th (Sunday,12.30pm) and May 26th (Sunday, 12.30pm).
Bailieborough Library:
Craft Group takes place every Friday from 10.30am-1pm; Book Club 6pm-7pm on the last Thursday of every month; Lit Lab writers group every second Tuesday. Contact 042 9665779 for details on any of the above.
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.
Alcoholics Anonymous:
Local meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held in: The Health Centre, Kells Road on Wednesdays at 8.30pm.
East
Cavan Gaels: Hurling News: IMPORTANT EXCITING NEWS!!
2019 will see us celebrate 10 years of
local hurling with East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club. We are sure you will agree
that the regional model which we implemented has been a tremendous success so
far in so far that boys from the region, and now men also, have their own
hurling teams for which to play for. To further our development and to continue
the journey to the next phase we have decided, in conjunction with Cavan County
Board, to fully affiliate as an Official GAA Hurling Club. It is the next
logical step in this club’s development. We have proven over the last 10 years
that there is a healthy appetite for hurling in the East Cavan area and that
players are willing to join with us. This is a very big and brave step to take
but it could not have happened without your continued support. We have in place
a transitional committee in place from which to start the next phase but we
will need your input into how we move forward as an Official Club. To that end
we will have a meeting for all our interested parties this coming Thursday in
the Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough at 9pm upstairs. We would really appreciate it
it if you could give us an hour of your time to hear what you have to say about
how we begin the next ten years. This is truly an historic time for hurling and
we hope you continue to be a part of this new very exciting part of our
development. 9pm Thursday 21st March in the Bailie. We look forward to seeing
you there. Mise le meas, Kathryn O’Flynn, Runai, East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club.