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Bailieborough News. September 30th 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraBailieborough Group of Parishes:
The ‘Harvest Service’ in Knockbride Parish Church will take place on Sunday, October 6th at 7.30pm. The speaker will be Rev Mark Smith. All welcome.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, 15th October in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.
Regretted Death: Rose Fulton (nee Clarke), Cavan Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Monday, 23rd September 2024 in her 99th year, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, in the exceptional care of the Newgrange Unit in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda. Rose was predeceased by her beloved grandson Joseph and son-in-law David.
Deeply regretted by her sons Joseph (Eileen) and Paddy (Rosemary), daughters Angela, Marguerite (Pat) and Rosemary (Bert), grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and her many friends.
Rose’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Thursday, September 26th and afterwards, Rose’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bailieborough Bowls: Indoor bowls have recommenced in the Bailieborough Community Centre on Wednesday’s at 8pm. Tuition is available free of charge and membership is open to all members of the community.
Regretted Death: Brenda McDonald (nee Clarke), Chapel Road, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Thursday, 26th September 2024, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, following a short illness.
Deeply regretted by her loving husband Paddy, daughter Vanessa, son Peter, son-in-law Austin, daughter-in-law Van Anh, grandchildren Emma, Thomas, Leah, Shane, Lily, James and Patrick, brothers Kieran, Tony, Damien and Brian, sister Joan (predeceased by her brothers and sisters Mai, Betty, Eileen, Tricia, Patsy, Raymond, and Peadar), nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Brenda’s Funeral Mass took place on Saturday, September 28th in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough and afterwards, Brenda’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help Cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Bailieborough Library: We’re kicking off the Halloween season here at Bailieborough Library with a poetry competition for children aged 9-12yrs but kids of all ages are welcome to give it a go!
Gary the Ghost is causing trouble at Bailieborough Library and we need your help to scare him away! The author of the best scariest poem will win a special Halloween hamper to say thank you! Pop into Bailieborough Library to pick up your entry form and poetry template now! Closing date is the 19th of October.
Book Club: The next meeting of the Library ‘Book Club’ will take place on Thursday, October 24th at 6.30pm. This months book to review, is ‘The Queen of Dirt Island’ by Donal Ryan. Copies are available from behind the Library desk.
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:
Bailieboro Celtic AFC are delighted to have been chosen for the Tesco blue token collection. A big thanks to Tesco Bailieborough.
So if your doing your weekly shop don’t forget to put your tokens in the Bailieboro Celtic AFC collection point.
Al-Anon Meeting: If you are interested in being part of a new in person Al-Anon meeting in Bailieborough, please contact Aidan at 087 132 1462. Confidentiality assured.
Regretted Death: Mona Reilly (Nee Lynch), Ballinamoney, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, passed away on Sunday, 22nd September 2024, peacefully in St. Mary’s Nursing Home, Castleblaney, surrounded by her loving family and the staff of the Drumlins Unit. Mona was predeceased by her loving husband Peter, parents, brothers and sister.
Deeply regretted by her sons Noel, P.J. (Brid) and Michael (Teresa), daughters Bridie (Michael), Helen (Seamus), Ann (Gerry) and Agnes (Damien), grandchildren, great grandchildren, sister Bridie, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and a wide circle of friends.
Mona’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Tuesday, September 24th and afterwards, Mona’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
Tesco Community Fund—Blue Tokens: Ballinamoney National School Parents Association kindly ask for you to support them in Tesco, Bailieborough over the next twelve weeks by popping the Blue Tokens into their collection point. All support greatly appreciated.
Walk, Jog or Run: Hello all, just an invite to anyone out there on Monday evenings for the winter. We are having a run, walk or jog at 7pm from the Chapel car park, Lake Shore Bailieborough. No charge, no fee ! All welcome, new and old. Well lit up route, exercise, stretch before and after. Meet new friends and give it a try.
Swim Ireland: Swim Ireland have partnered with Bailieborough Leisure Centre Cavan to deliver ‘HE Swims’
This programme is aimed at males who want to increase their level of physical activity. The classes are a mix of semi structured swimming lessons and some aqua fit movements. There is an important element of social inclusion with this programme, participants forage new friendships while being active in the water. Please contact the Cente, for more information.
Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club has returned to Bailieborough Library on Wednesday’s and Friday’s. Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your children!
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. .No appointment is necessary.
‘Melting Words-Creative Conversations’: As part of ‘The Art of Life Project’ funded by Creative Ireland, Shared Island and Cavan County Council through Creative Cavan. This FREE mindful art workshop will provide a meaningful and engaging way for adults to explore and start conversations about death and dying. Most of us don’t want to think about what will happen after we die because we are living our lives, however the ending of our stories matter too. When we are open to talk out about death and dying with our loved ones, we create an opportunity to engage in meaningful exchanges before it’s too late.
Dates for workshop: Bailieborough Library 10.30 to 12.00 on Thursday, 10th October. To book your place, please call, 042 966 5779.
Bailieborough Men’s Shed: Bailieborough ‘Men’s Shed’ is open every Tuesday morning from 10.00am to 1.00pm in the Bexcourt Centre, Shercock Road. New members are always most welcome.
St. Vincent De Paul: To request assistance from St. Vincent DePaul, please use, FREEPHONE 1800 677 777. Should your call be made during non office hours, please leave your details and you will receive a call back.
East Cavan Gaels: East Cavan Gaels Hurling Club News 30th September 2024
Senior; Focus now turns to the Ulster Junior Hurling Championship on the first weekend of November with a home fixture v the Tyrone Junior Championship winners in Kingspan Breffni. Training and challenge games aplenty to prepare. The Cootehill Celtic 7 a side competition will help sharpen the lads for bigger challenge ahead.
U8/10/12/14/16/18;
U12s get a week off and hopefully a game next weekend.
Our indoor season started well in Mullagh on Friday last. This coming week we return to Shercock on Wednesday, Mullagh on Friday and Killinkere on Saturday. Everyone is welcome to any, or all, sessions.
Cavan GAA have hurling training sessions for all aged 8-11 at Kingspan Breffni starting on Monday from 6.30-7.30. Over 60 boys at last Mondays session so a positive start there. Also 11-14 year olds on Thursday at 6.30 at Kingspan Breffni 3G.
Save the date!!
Our ever popular table quiz will return on Friday, 29th November in Nixys, The Square Bar in Bailieborough. Always a great social occasion for the club with the welcome addition of the more than welcome Tom Walsh (Senior Hurling Championship) Cup which will be on display, with photo opportunities too! Mark and Caroline Argue always set the bar high with their tests of knowledge and we look forward to another well attended night with raffle and spot prizes too!
Save the date and spread the word!!
The week ahead;
Wednesday; Indoor hurling Shercock AC U9 4pm, U12 5pm.
Thursday;11-14 year old training Kingspan Breffni 3G 6.30.
Friday; Indoor hurling in Mullagh Hall. U8 4pm, U10 5pm.
Saturday; Indoor hurling Killinkere U8 1pm, U10 2pm.
Club contacts;
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.
Bailieborough News. September 23rd 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraBailieborough Group of Parishes: The Bailieborough ‘Harvest Service’ will take place in Bailieborough Parish Church on Sunday evening next, September 29th, commencing at 7.30pm. The speaker will be, Rev. Canon Maurice Elliott. All are most welcome to attend.
The ‘Harvest Service’ in Knockbride Parish Church will take place on Sunday, October 6th at 7.30pm. The speaker will be Rev Mark Smith. All welcome.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, 1st October in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Sylvia Mullane (née Love) Artane, Dublin / Bailieborough, Cavan. Sylvia Mullane (née, Love), (Artane, Dublin and formerly of Bailieborough, Co. Cavan) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, September 15th 2024. Beloved wife of John and loving mam to Lorraine, David and Jennifer. Sadly missed by her family, daughter-in-law Aoife, son-in-law Keith, grandchildren Cara, Sophie, Emmie and Kate, extended family friends and neighbours.
A special thank you to St. Francis Hospice Home Care Team and all the staff at Beaumont Hospital for their care and kindness shown to Sylvia.
Sylvia’s remains were removed to Dardistown Crematorium (Dublin) for a Funeral Service on Friday, September 20th followed by Cremation.
Bailieborough Bowls: Indoor bowls have recommenced in the Bailieborough Community Centre on Wednesday’s at 8pm. Tuition is available free of charge and membership is open to all members of the community.
Bailieborough Rhythmic Dance Twirlers:
Rhythmic Dance Twirlers are currently looking for New members to join us.
Classes are held every Tuesday in the Bailieborough Courthouse from 5-7pm
and also every Friday, from 5-7pm in the Kingscourt Community Centre.
Boys and girls from age 4 are welcome.
Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations to Bailieborough Shamrocks, stalwart, Mickey ‘The Rock’ Clinch and the Cavan Gaelic Masters on a great win over Galway on Saturday last. The Cavan lads won by 1—15 to 0—10 in the game played in Drumlish. Another medal for the growing collection Michael Clinch!!
Bailieborough School of Music: is enrolling new students for Recorder, Flute, Trumpet, Saxaphone, Clarinet and Guitar—subject to availability. If you have a son/daughter or know anyone interested, please contact us by email at: bboro.som@gmail.com or phone Geraldine at 086 170 6351 with the student’s name, date of birth and instrument of choice.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help Cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Bailieborough Library: We’re kicking off the Halloween season here at Bailieborough Library with a poetry competition for children aged 9-12yrs but kids of all ages are welcome to give it a go!
Gary the Ghost is causing trouble at Bailieborough Library and we need your help to scare him away! The author of the best scariest poem will win a special Halloween hamper to say thank you! Pop into Bailieborough Library to pick up your entry form and poetry template now! Closing date is the 19th of October.
The sculpture of local man, Bobby Coote will be on display in the Library for the next week.
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
The next ‘Book Club’ meeting will be on Thursday, September 26th at 6.30pm, in the Library. The book being read this month is ‘My Name is Leon’ by Kit De Waal. Copies are available behind the desk in the Library.
Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:
Bailieboro Celtic AFC are delighted to have been chosen for the Tesco blue token collection. A big thanks to Tesco Bailieborough.
So if your doing your weekly shop don’t forget to put your tokens in the Bailieboro Celtic AFC collection point.
Al-Anon Meeting: If you are interested in being part of a new in person Al-Anon meeting in Bailieborough, please contact Aidan at 087 132 1462. Confidentiality assured.
Regretted Death: The death has occured of Frank Van Den Broeck, Galbolie, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly Belgium, suddenly at his home. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by his family, neighbours and friends. A private funeral prayer service and interment has taken place.
May Frank Rest In Eternal Peace.
Tesco Community Fund—Blue Tokens: Ballinamoney National School Parents Association kindly ask for you to support them in Tesco, Bailieborough over the next twelve weeks by popping the Blue Tokens into their collection point. All support greatly appreciated.
Walk, Jog or Run: Hello all, just an invite to anyone out there on Monday evenings for the winter. We are having a run, walk or jog at 7pm from the Chapel car park, Lake Shore Bailieborough. No charge, no fee ! All welcome, new and old. Well lit up route, exercise, stretch before and after. Meet new friends and give it a try.
Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club has returned to Bailieborough Library on Wednesday’s and Friday’s. Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your children!
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. .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.
East Cavan Gaels: Hurling Club News 23rd September 2024
Senior; Focus now turns to the Ulster Junior Hurling Championship on the first weekend of November with a home fixture v the Tyrone Junior Championship winners in Kingspan Breffni. Training and challenge games aplenty to prepare. The Cootehill Celtic 7 a side competition will help sharpen the lads for bigger challenges ahead.
U8/10/12/14/16/18;
U12/14/16 training has returned to the astro at Bailieboro Celtic at The Vale 7-8pm. Cavan GAA have blitzes for 11-14 year olds every Thursday starting this Thursday from 6.30-7.30 in Kingspan Breffni 3G and runs for six weeks, so plenty of hurling for those lads.
Indoor club training returns this week in Mullagh and next week in Killinkere. This Friday in Mullagh Community Sports Hall. U8 4-5pm and U10 from 5-6pm. For boys and girls. €3 each. Killinkere will return from Saturday 5th October. U8 1pm and U10 2pm.
Cavan GAA have hurling training sessions for all aged 8-11 at Kingspan Breffni starting on Monday from 6.30-7.30. Great number registered so far so should be good fun for them.
Save the date!! Our ever popular Table Quiz will return on Friday 29th November in Nixys, The Square Bar in Bailieborough. Always a great social occasion for the club with the welcome addition of the more than welcome Tom Walsh (Senior Hurling Championship) Cup which will be on display, with photo opportunities too! Mark and Caroline Argue always set the bar high with their tests of knowledge and we look forward to another well attended night with raffle and spot prizes too!
Save the date and spread the word!!
The week ahead;
Monday’s; 8-11 year old training Kingspan Breffni 3G 6.30. U12/14/16 training 7pm, Senior training 8pm, both at Bailieboro Celtic astro.
Thursday;11-14 year old training Kingspan Breffni 3G 6.30.
Friday; Indoor hurling in Mullagh Hall. U8 4pm, U10 5pm.
Saturday; Senior challenge A.
Club contacts;
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.
Bailieborough News. September 16th 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraCulture Night at Bailieborough Library: ‘The Sound of Art, an exhibition inspired by music—produced by Bailieborough Creative Hub—will be opening on Friday, 20th September at 7pm in Bailieborough Library, All Welcome.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, 1st October in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Douglas (Dougie) Smyth, Lisball, Bailieborough, Cavan, unexpectedly at his home on Sunday 8th September 2024.
Dougie was predeceased by his parents Ina May and William (Willie) and his brother-in-law Tom.
Dougie will be deeply mourned and sadly missed by his siblings Yvonne, Robert and Evelyn. His nephews and nieces Niall, Robert, Andrew, AnnMarie, Sophia, Pamela and Rachael. His sister-in-law Kathleen and his brother-in-law John, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.
Dougie’s Funeral Service took place on Thursday, September 12th in Bailieborough Parish Church and afterwards, Dougie’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining graveyard.
Bailieborough Bowls: Indoor bowls have recommenced in the Bailieborough Community Centre on Wednesday’s at 8pm. Tuition is available free of charge and membership is open to all members of the community.
Bailieborough Rhythmic Dance Twirlers:
Rhythmic Dance Twirlers are currently looking for New members to join us.
Classes are held every Tuesday in the Bailieborough Courthouse from 5-7pm
and also every Friday, from 5-7pm in the Kingscourt Community Centre.
Boys and girls from age 4 are welcome.
Bailieborough School of Music: is enrolling new students for Recorder, Flute, Trumpet, Saxaphone, Clarinet and Guitar—subject to availability. If you have a son/daughter or know anyone interested, please contact us by email at: bboro.som@gmail.com or phone Geraldine at 086 170 6351 with the student’s name, date of birth and instrument of choice.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd:
The Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd Committee is available to help Cancer patients or their families. Free Taxi service available. For further information, contact: Edel Fox 086 1004030.
Bailieborough Library: The sculpture of local man, Bobby Coote will be on display in the Library for the next two weeks.
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
The next ‘Book Club’ meeting will be on Thursday, September 26th at 6.30pm, in the Library. The book being read this month is ‘My Name is Leon’ by Kit De Waal. Copies are available behind the desk in the Library.
Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.:
Bailieboro Celtic AFC are delighted to have been chosen for the Tesco blue token collection. A big thanks to Tesco Bailieborough.
So if your doing your weekly shop don’t forget to put your tokens in the Bailieboro Celtic AFC collection point.
Bailieboro Celtic AFC is seeking a coach for our Under 7’s (children born 2017). The commitment would be one hour each weekend. If you have any interest in getting involved and inspiring the next generation of soccer players please get in touch via our Facebook page.
Tesco Community Fund—Blue Tokens: Ballinamoney National School Parents Association kindly ask for you to support them in Tesco, Bailieborough over the next twelve weeks by popping the Blue Tokens into their collection point. All support greatly appreciated.
Bailieborough Chess Club: Bailieborough Chess Club has returned to Bailieborough Library on Wednesday’s and Friday’s. Contact Daniel at 0879271883 to sign up your children!
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. .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 getting shorter 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. Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.
East Cavan Gaels:
Club contacts;
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18/; Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.