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Bailieborough News. July 7th 2025. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraHealing Mass: At the request of the Parish Pastoral Council and as part of the Jubilee Year celebrations, a Healing Mass will be held in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Wednesday, July 23rd at 7.00pm. The sacrament of Anointing will be celebrated during the Mass. All are welcome, especially those in need of healing due to illness, age, grief or personal struggles of any kind.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday 9th July- Killann/Shercock.(Moderate) Walk 1.5/2hrs approx. Meet at St. Annes Church, Killann. Take a left approx. 7km from Bailieborough heading towards Shercock, Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.55pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm.
Wed 16th July- Tower of Lloyd, Kells.
(Moderate) Walk 1.5hrs. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.30pm. Meet at the Spire R163 Oldcastle Road out of Kells. Walk commences at 7.15pm. All welcome.
Bailieborough Creative Hub: We’ve reached far and wide and the response has been remarkable! After an incredible range of submissions, we’ve gathered an exceptional group of artists for this exhibition..
We look forward to sharing these wonderful works of art with you all..
Summer Showcase 2025 opens on Saturday, July 19th at 2pm in Bailieborough Courthouse. Everyone welcome..
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: The Annual General Meeting of Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C. will take place in the Clubhouse at the Vale Grounds on Tuesday, July 22nd at 8.00pm. All member’s nominations and motions should be made in writing, proposed and seconded and posted to Secretary. Kieran Kenny, Ballynamona ,Bailieborough Co.Cavan A82D9F6.
We are delighted to announce our New Future Stars Boys Academy begins next Saturday, 12th July at 10am at The Vale grounds.
All players born in 2019 and 2020 are welcome.
We look forward to welcoming Bailieboro Celtic’s newest players to the club where they can show off their football skills and learn some new ones in a fun and safe enviroment.
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.
Dates for your Diary: Knockbride Church of Ireland: 200 Year Celebration: Programme of Events: Wednesday, August 13th: Gospel Concert at 8.00pm.
Saturday, August 16th: Tractor and Vintage Car Run at 12 noon. Family Fun Day from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. History of Knockbride Talk. Photo Display. Vintage Display.
Sunday, August 17th: Service of Celebration at 2.00pm. Everybody welcome.
Bailieborough Library:‘Fantasy Bookclub’ at Bailieborough Library. First meeting on Thursday next, July 10th from 6.30pm to 7.30pm. The book for July, come along to the meeting to find out!The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Blessing of the Graves: The following are the dates and times of the Blessing of the Graves in Killann Parish: Killann: Saturday, August 16th at 5.00pm. Shercock: Sunday, August 17th following the 11.30am Mass and Bailieborough : Sunday, September 7th at 12 noon.
Leannes Line Dancing:”Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
Grandparents Day: Grandparents Day in Knock on Sunday, July 27th beginning with the anointing of the sick in the Basilica at 2.30pm. Special guest: Dana.
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.
Chair Yoga Classes: Thursdays from 2.30 to 3.30pm and Fridays 11.00am to 12pm at ‘7th Heaven’ Holistic Healing Space, Anne Street, Bailieborough. Join us for a gentle stretch and relax time in good company as part of your self care. Enquiries/booking: Patricia Crimin at 086 3679 162.
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 7th July 2025
Senior; Monaghan SHL: Monaghan Harps 6-24, East Cavan Gaels 2-11.
Shorn a number of regulars through injury, illness and holidays the lads had a tough evening in Monaghan. A number of our younger panel men stepped up and showed well.
Next up is the first round of the Cavan Championship at home to Cootehill on Monday next in Knockbride at 8. The timing could have been better but the lads will give their all in defending their title.
U12/14/16/18; Some U13 blitzes are upcoming for these lads while the U15s prepare for the Tony Jackman Tournament in Fermanagh in late July.
Nursery/U8/11; Another good session on the astro. We will go again next week seeing as the craic remains good.
The week ahead;
Wednesday;U12/14/16 training 7pm, soccer club astro.
Saturday;Under 8 and Under 10 astro at Bailieboro Celtic AFC 3.30-4.30. €3 each.
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18 Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 220614.
Bailieborough News. June 30th 2025. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraWell Done: Congratulations and well done to the Model School, in Bailieborough in Co. Cavan, who have been named as regional Water School of the Year at the An Taisce Green-Schools awards. The local school emerged as regional winners in the primary school-level category on the back of their inspirational efforts in water conservation and environmental action.Students from the Model school embraced the Shower Time Challenge, encouraging their families to shorten shower durations and opt for showers over baths to conserve water.
Demonstrating a strong commitment to their local area, the students partnered with the community to install bird boxes and took part in litter pick walks around the Castle Lake. Their efforts attracted the support of the County Council, which provided a Water Butt to help irrigate the school’s garden sustainably. Energized by this experience, they are now eager to collaborate further with “Friends of Castle Lake and Catchment” and continue to learn about the rivers and lakes around Bailieborough.
Bailieborough Walking Group: Wednesday 2nd July- Mullagh Walk
(Moderate) Walk 1.5/2hrs approx. Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.50pm. Meeting at St Killan’s R.C Church carpark. Walk commences at 7.15pm
Wednesday 9th July- Killann/Shercock.(Moderate) Walk 1.5/2hrs approx. Meet at St. Annes Church, Killann. Take a left approx. 7km from Bailieborough heading towards Shercock, Leaving Tesco carpark at 6.55pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm
All welcome.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Due to the summer holidays, the Bailieborough Active Age Group’s next meeting will be on Tuesday, September 2nd 2025. Hope to see you all then!
Dates for your Diary: Knockbride Church of Ireland: 200 Year Celebration: Programme of Events: Wednesday, August 13th: Gospel Concert at 8.00pm.
Saturday, August 16th: Tractor and Vintage Car Run at 12 noon. Family Fun Day from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. History of Knockbride Talk. Photo Display. Vintage Display.
Sunday, August 17th: Service of Celebration at 2.00pm. Everybody welcome.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Moira Cullen (née Smith), Twin Oaks, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.
Moira Cullen (nee Smith), Twin Oaks and formerly of Carrickgorman, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Sunday, 2nd June 2025, peacefully at Fairlawn’s Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family. Moira was predeceased by her husband Jimmy.
Deeply regretted by her loving sons M.J. (Mattie), Jim, Camillus, Padraic, Liam and Michéal, daughters-in-law, partners, 11grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, relatives and friends.
The family wish to thank all the staff at Fairlawn’s Nursing Home for the love and care shown to Moira. May Her Kind and Gentle Soul Rest In Peace.
Moira’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough on Wednesday, June 25th and afterwards, Moira’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: The Annual General Meeting of Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C. will take place in the Clubhouse at the Vale Grounds on Tuesday, July 22nd at 8.00pm. All member’s nominations and motions should be made in writing, proposed and seconded and posted to Secretary. Kieran Kenny, Ballynamona ,Bailieborough Co.Cavan A82D9F6.
Bailieboro Celtic AFC is running a Summer Soccer academy for girls aged 6-9yrs commencing on Thursday 3rd July, 6-7pm at The Vale. All girls welcome. Register by texting Name and DOB to Gráinne @ 086-8156532.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Evelyn (Maud) Hall (née Roundtree)
Drumeague House, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.
Evelyn (Maud) Hall nee Roundtree, Drumeague House, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Tuesday, 24th June 2025, peacefully surrounded by her family at Fairlawn’s Nursing Home, Bailieborough. Evelyn was predeceased by her husband Lexie, brother Johnny, sisters Emma, Gladys, Eva and Sadie.
Evelyn will be lovingly remembered by her sons Adrian, Neville and Kenneth, sister Muriel, daughters-in-law Heather and Shirley, sisters-in-law Vera and Sheila, grandchildren Daniel, Lauren, Jessica, Ellen, Morgan, Amy and Glen, nieces, nephews, extended family circle, neighbours and friends.
“The Day Thou Gavest, Lord Is Ended”.
Evelyn’s Funeral Service took place in Corglass Presbyterian Church on Friday, June 27th and afterwards, Evelyn’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations and Well done to the Bailieborough Shamrocks Senior Reserve side who defeated Cornafean by 1—17 to 1—8 in Stradone on Sunday last, in the Bradys Arva Volkswagen Division 2 League title. A great achievement for this group of players and congratulations to captain Diarmuid Donnellan, all the players and the management team of Bryan, Sean, Dylan and Ronan.
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 Creative Hub: We’ve reached far and wide and the response has been remarkable! After an incredible range of submissions, we’ve gathered an exceptional group of artists for this exhibition..
We look forward to sharing these wonderful works of art with you all..
Summer Showcase 2025 opens on Saturday, July 19th at 2pm in Bailieborough Courthouse. Everyone welcome..
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Patrick SHAFFREY, Monkstown, Dublin / Bailieborough, Co.Cavan.
Patrick SHAFFREY, (Monkstown, Co. Dublin, Ormond Quay, Dublin and Bailieborough, Co. Cavan) passed away on Thursday, 26th June 2025, peacefully, at the Mater Hospital, Dublin. Patrick was predeceased by his beloved wife Maura and is the much loved father of Conor, Clíodhna and Gráinne.
Patrick will be sadly missed by his son, daughters, grandchildren Patrick and Sadb, Patrick’s wife Caroline, great-grandchildren George and Arthur, his dear friend Herma, numerous nieces and nephews, numerous close and loved friends and colleagues.
Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam
Patrick’s Funeral Mass took place on Saturday 28th June in the Church of St. John the Baptist, Blackrock and afterwards, Patrick’s remains were laid to rest in Moynalty Cemetery, Co. Meath.
Bailieborough Library: ‘Fantasy Bookclub’ at Bailieborough Library. First meeting on Thursday, July 10th from 6.30pm to 7.30pm. The book for July, come along to the meeting to find out!
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Leannes Line Dancing:”Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
Mains Flushing: Dhuish Group Water Scheme are flushing the lines over a two week period, which commenced on Monday, 30th of June. Any queries, please contact 087 6293035.
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.
Chair Yoga Classes: Thursdays from 2.30 to 3.30pm and Fridays 11.00am to 12pm at ‘7th Heaven’ Holistic Healing Space, Anne Street, Bailieborough. Join us for a gentle stretch and relax time in good company as part of your self care. Enquiries/booking: Patricia Crimin at 086 3679 162.
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 June 2025
Senior; Monaghan SHL: Clontibret 2-1, East Cavan Gaels 4-21
Another good performance in the win v Clontibret in past midweek in what was another good encounter in the Monaghan league. Next up a spin to Monaghan on Thursday to take on the local Harps side. Always a good battle with them.
U12/14/16/18; Some U13 blitzes are upcoming for these lads while the U15s prepare for Tony Jackman Tournament in Fermanagh in late July.
Nursery/U8/11; Week three of the new programme was a success on Saturday last, last round of phase one this coming Saturday at 3.30 on the soccer club astro.
The week ahead;
Wednesday; U12/14/16 training 7pm, soccer club astro.
Thursday; Monaghan SHL v Monaghan Harps A 8pm.
Saturday; Nursery at astro at Bailieboro Celtic AFC 3.30-4.30. €3 each.
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18 Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 220614.
Bailieborough News. June 23rd 2025. Matthew J. Cullen
/in News /by PetraBailieborough Walking Group:
Wednesday, 25th June – Dun a Ri Forest Park, Kingscourt.
(Moderate) Walk 1.5hrs. (Easy) Walk 1 hr. Leaving Tesco Carpark at 6.50pm. Walk commences at 7.15pm at Cabra School entrance to Dun-A Ri on the Kingscourt to Shercock Road. All welcome.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday, July 1st , 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Kitty Clarke (née Campbell), Curkish, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan. Kitty passed away on Wednesday, 18th June 2025, peacefully at her residence, after a short illness. Kitty was predeceased by her husband Kevin and baby daughter Theresa.
Deeply regretted by her sons Stephen, Padraic and Tony, daughters Catriona, Lisa and also by AnneMarie and Caroline, grandchildren Connor, Caoimhín, Lucy, Aine, Ryan and Lauren, daughters-in-law Niamh, Paula and Majella, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.
May She Rest In Peace
Kitty’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Friday 20th June and afterwards Kitty’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.
Bailieborough School of Music: is now enrolling students for the new school year, for Recorder, Flute, Trumpet, Saxaphone, Clarinet and Guitar, subject to student members and teacher availability. If you have a son/daughter or know of anyone interested, please contact us by email at bboro.som@gmail.com or phone Geraldine on 086 1706 351 with the student’s name, date of birth and instrument choice.
Pop-Up Alzheimer Cafe: Guest speakers will talk on maintaining positive mental health. Music and refreshments at the Courthouse, Lower Main Street on Monday, June 30th from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. All welcome.
Bailieboro Celtic A.F.C.: Bailieboro Celtic AFC is running a Summer Soccer academy for girls aged 6-9yrs commencing on Thursday 3rd July, 6-7pm at The Vale. All girls welcome. Register by texting Name and DOB to Gráinne @ 086-8156532.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Vincent Cooney, Cloverhill, Bailieborough, Cavan.
Vincent Cooney, Cloverhill, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away suddenly on Friday, 20th June 2025. Vincent was predeceased by his wife Marie and parents Michael and Susan.
Sadly missed and remembered by his beloved family, son Paul (Eithe), Shane, David and Mariesa (Sean), brothers Sean, Oliver and Martin, sisters Mary, Dolores, Patricia, Carol and Joan, grandchildren Gina, Rachel, Grace, Lola, Mia and Sarah, the Dunne family, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
May His Gentle Soul Rest In Peace
Vincent’s Funeral Mass took place on Monday, June 23rd in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough and afterwards, Vincent’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s 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.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Mary Brennan (née McFadden),
Grange Bective, Navan, Meath / Bailieborough, Cavan.Late of Irish Permanent, Lombard and Ulster, Irish Permanent Finance, First Citizen Finance and Finance Ireland.
Peacefully in the kind care of the staff at Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown, surrounded by her family and friends on Thursday, 19th June 2025.
Mary was predeceased by her father and mother, Charlie and Kathleen (Daisy).
Mary will be sadly missed by her beloved husband Shay, brothers Brian and John, sisters-in law Irene, Catherine, Rita and Fiona, brothers-in-laws Frank, Gerry and Gary, many nieces and nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, many friends and neighbours.
May Mary’s extraordinary gentle soul rest in peace
Mary’s removal took place from St. Joseph’s Chapel of Rest, Old Johnstown, Navan on Tuesday, 24th of June which was followed by Funeral Service and Cremation at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan.
Bailieborough Library: The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Leannes Line Dancing:”Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
Mains Flushing: Dhuish Group Water Scheme are flushing the lines over a two week period, starting from Monday, 30th of June any queries contact 087 6293035.
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.
Chair Yoga Classes: Thursdays from 2.30 to 3.30pm and Fridays 11.00am to 12pm at ‘7th Heaven’ Holistic Healing Space, Anne Street, Bailieborough. Join us for a gentle stretch and relax time in good company as part of your self care. Enquiries/booking: Patricia Crimin at 086 3679 162.
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 23rd June 2025
Senior; Cavan SHL: East Cavan Gaels 4-17–Mullahoran 2-11.
A good win in the Cavan league v a determined Mullahoran side on Monday last. Back to the Monaghan league this week with a trip to Clontibret on Wednesday.
U12/14/16/18; Lads now back with club as intercounty season has now finished. Thanks to Patrick Delaney, U17, and Bo Last, U15 for all their work with both county squads.
Nursery/U8/11; Blazing sunshine, in sharp contrast to last weeks rain, greeted the Nursery crew on Saturday last. We go again this Saturday at 3.30 on the astro at the Vale. All are welcome.
The week ahead;
Monday’s; Senior training 8pm Killinkere.
Wednesday; Clontibret v East Cavan Gaels, 7.30pm.
Saturday; Under 8 and Under 10 astro at Bailieboro Celtic AFC 3.30-4.30. €3 each.
U12/14/16 training 4.30-5.30 Bailieboro Celtic AFC astro. €3 each.
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18 Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 220614.