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Bailieborough News. November 25th 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraSanta Claus is coming to Town!: On this Saturday, November 30th, a very special person will be coming to town to turn on the Bailieborough Christmas Lights. All are asked to be at the Market Square at 5.00pm and help the ‘Man of the Moment’, with the countdown to turn on the new Christmas Lights. All welcome to come along for this great event.
BAILIEBOROUGH COMMUNITY SCHOOL REUNION
Class of 1994 30 Year School Reunion, will take place on Friday, 27th December, at 8.30pm in the Bailie Hotel lounge. A night not to be missed.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Ann Lynch, (née Gargan), Birragh, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, and formerly of Urcher, Bailieborough, on Thursday, November 21st, 2024, peacefully and surrounded by her loving family at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda.
Pre-deceased by her daughter Caroline, her parents, and her brothers. Ann is deeply missed by her beloved husband James, her sons Darren (Ann) and Ronan, and her daughters Kelly (Fred), Lisa (Anthony) and Sarah (Greg). Sadly missed by her cherished grandchildren Kian, Rachel, Kayla, Mia, Seán, Shane, James, Amy, Luke and Ellie, her sisters Helen, Alice, and Marie, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Ann’s Funeral Mass took place on Sunday, November 24th in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt, and afterwards, Ann’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
St. Annes National School Enrolment: Parents seeking to enrol their child or children in St. Anne’s N.S. for the 2025/2026 School Year are requested to return a completed Enrolment Application form before Friday, January 31st 2025. Enrolment application forms are available from the school office, by telephoning 042 9665242, by emailing : office@stannes.ie or on the school website: http://stannesns.ie Closing date for receipt of Enrolment forms is Friday, January, 31st , 2025.
Bailieborough Creative Hub: FREE WORKSHOP!!
Come join us at our Christmas Family Workshop on Saturday, November 30th from 3.30pm-5pm in Bailieborough Library.
Followed by Santa turning on the Christmas Lights.
This is not a drop off workshop- children MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Bridge : Bridge Results for Tuesday, November 12th, 2024: First: Teresa O’Reilly and Tony Carolan. Second: Collette Gavin and Sean Kellegher. Third: Margaret Carolan and Geraldine Columb.
Bridge takes place every Tuesday night in the Bailie Hotel. Start Time is 7pm sharp. New Members Welcome.
Model School Enrolment: Enrolment is now taking place for the school year 2025-2026.Application forms are available on the school website or by contacting the school office on 042 9665689.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, December 10th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.
St Vincent de Paul Annual Appeal 2024
This year’s SVP Giving Sunday will happen on Sunday, 8th December. Collections will be taken up at the Sunday Masses and also at the Vigil Masses that weekend.
Please be as generous as you can so that we can continue to respond to those in need this Christmas. There are 4 ways by which you may donate to St Anne’s Conference.
1. Church Gate Collection, 2. Vincent’s Shop, Main Street, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan
3. www.svp.ie/donate website and nominate Bailieborough Conference on the last page of donation process or 4. phone 0818 176 176 and nominate Bailieborough Conference.
Thank you for your support towards the work of SVP in the Bailieborough, Tierworker, Shercock, Killann and Knockbride communities.
Every good wish and blessing for Christmas and the New Year.
Water Mains Flushing: Dhuish GWS are flushing the lines over a two week period and which will end at the weekend. Any queries, please contact 087 6293035.
Christmas Carols: By the newly formed Killann Chorus, formerly known as ‘Hardtimes’–on Thursday, December 19th at 8.00pm in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough. Donations on the night towards, ‘Alison Fisher’s Go Fund Me. Choir practice takes place in St. Annes Church on Monday’s at 7.30pm. Past and new members are very welcome. No experience neccessary.
A Massive ‘Thank You’ to everyone who supported our recent Cake Sale and Raffle. €4,200 was raised for the Parkinsons Cavan Branch and €2,380 was donated (sale of cards) to Parkinsons Ireland, Head Office. Sincere thanks from Sheila Clarke and friends.
St. Felim’s. N.S., (The Vale) is currently inviting applications for admission to Junior Infants for 2025/2026, from Monday, December 2nd. Further information is available on our website : http://www.thevalens.com/index.php/admissions or by contacting the school at : office@thevalens.com or 042 96 65605. The school will cease accepting applications on Friday, January 31st 2025.
Parkinsons Ireland Cavan Branch Recent Fundraiser Lisgrey House.
Many, many thanks to all who supported and contributed so generously to this fundraiser in many different ways to raise the wonderful amount of €7370. See this week’s Anglo Celt’s Local News pages.
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.
New AL-ANON meeting in Bailieborough: A new AL-ANON meeting takes place in the Beckscourt Community Centre (A82D928) on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm. For further details, please contact, 087 1321462. All welcome. Al-Anon is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’ drinking. By sharing common experiences and applying the Al-Anon principles, families and friends of alcoholics can bring positive changes to their individual situations, whether or not, the alcoholic admits the existence of a drinking problem or seeks help. This is a spiritual problem, not a religious one!
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd, would be grateful if you would support the blue token collection in Tesco, Bailieborough starting on Monday, 25th November. Thank you Tesco for your support.
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: Join us in Bailieborough Library for a Christmas Tree Decoration Workshop with Helen and Niamh on Saturday 7th December from 11am-12:30pm and help us decorate Bailieborough Library’s Christmas tree!
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.
Congratulations and Well Done: Congratulations and Well Done to the members of the Bailieborough Drama Group, who have qualified for the All Ireland One Act Drama Finals, with Liz O’Hanlon’s ‘Dying Minutes’. Best of luck in the Finals, which take place in The Moat Theatre, Naas, County Kildare over the weekend of 6–8th of December.
Digital Skills Clinic: New , Free Digital Skills Clinic for older people taking place in Bailieborough Library on Thursday mornings. You can book a one hour, one -to-one session with a tutor by contacting Bailieborough Library on 042 9665779.
Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. .No appointment is necessary. Next month’s date is Wednesday 4th December,
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!
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 25th November 2024
Senior; The lads can catch their breath after a hectic and very exciting month. Cavan league final scheduled for the weekend of the 7th December.
U8/10/12/14/16/18; Training on Monday 7pm on the astro for those 10 and up. Final round of county U15 trials on the 3G at Kingspan Breffni also on Monday from 6.15.
Final week of after school in both Shercock and Mullagh and a well earned break til the new year.
Save the date!!Our ever popular Table Quiz will return on this Friday 29th November in Nixys, The Square Bar in Bailieborough. This is THE major fundraiser for the year and your continued support is much appreciated.
The week ahead;Wednesday; Indoor hurling Shercock AC U9 5pm.
Friday; Indoor hurling in Mullagh Hall. U8 5pm. TABLE QUIZ 8.30PM NIXYS, THE SQUARE BAR, BAILIEBOROUGH.
Meanwhile we are delighted to announce that we will have a presentation Dinner Dance to recognise the outstanding achievement of winning our first ever Senior Championship on Saturday January 25th 2025 in The Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough.
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. November 18th 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraAlison Fisher ‘Go Fund Me’ Update: Thank you to absolutely everyone who have donated to Alisons fundraiser . We are so overwhelmed by the generosity of people who took the time to read our story and donate. These funds will now help Alison and her Mum through their journey ahead in Germany and aftercare. Alison will start her treatment this week . We wish her only the best ahead and quick recovery. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts.
Santa Claus is coming to Town!: On Saturday, November 30th, a very special person will be coming to town to turn on the Bailieborough Christmas Lights. All are asked to be at the Market Square at 5.00pm and help the ‘Man of the Moment’, with the countdown to turn on the new Christmas Lights. All welcome to come along for this great event.
BAILIEBOROUGH COMMUNITY SCHOOL REUNION
Class of 1994 30 Year School Reunion, will take place on Friday, 27th December, at 8.30pm in the Bailie Hotel lounge. A night not to be missed.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: We are pleased to announce our membership of the Digital Repository of Ireland.
We are privileged to have acquired a collection of newsletters published by Mr Peter McConnell a native of Bailieborough. These contain a vast selection of interesting articles and photographs of great interest that he compiled during the 1990’s and 2000’s. These relate to Bailieborough and the surrounding areas of East Cavan.
Our DRI membership will ensure that this collection and other items we have gathered will be preserved and maintained for future generations to access and appreciate.
Regretted Death: The death has occured of John Murray, Gartenane, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.
John Murray, Gartenane, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, passed away on Monday, 11th November 2024, peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. John was predeceased by his wife Rose (Baba), his parents Bernard and Elizabeth, sisters Alice and Eileen and brother Pat.
Deeply regretted by his son Martin, daughter-in-law Denise, adored granddaughter Aoibheann, brothers-in-law Matt and Richard, nieces, nephews, relatives, especially the Donnellan, Murray and Connolly families and a large circle of friends.
John’s Funeral Mass took place on Thursday, November 14th in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough and afterwards, John’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
St. Annes National School Enrolment: Parents seeking to enrol their child or children in St. Anne’s N.S. for the 2025/2026 School Year are requested to return a completed Enrolment Application form before Friday, January 31st 2025. Enrolment application forms are available from the school office, by telephoning 042 9665242, by emailing : office@stannes.ie or on the school website: http://stannesns.ie Closing date for receipt of Enrolment forms is Friday, January, 31st , 2025.
Bridge : Bridge takes place every Tuesday night in the Bailie Hotel. Start Time is 7pm sharp. New Members Welcome.
Model School Enrolment: Enrolment is now taking place for the school year 2025-2026.Application forms are available on the school website or by contacting the school office on 042 9665689.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, November 26th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.
Water Mains Flushing: Dhuish GWS are flushing the lines over a two week period which started on Monday, 18th of November. Any queries, please contact 087 6293035.
Christmas Carols: By the newly formed Killann Chorus, formerly known as ‘Hardtimes’–on Thursday, December 19th at 8.00pm in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough. Donations on the night towards, ‘Alison Fisher’s Go Fund Me. Choir practice takes place in St. Annes Church on Monday’s at 7.30pm. Past and new members are very welcome. No experience neccessary.
St. Felim’s. N.S., (The Vale) is currently inviting applications for admission to Junior Infants for 2025/2026, from Monday, December 2nd. Further information is available on our website : http://www.thevalens.com/index.php/admissions or by contacting the school at : office@thevalens.com or 042 96 65605. The school will cease accepting applications on Friday, January 31st 2025.
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.
Home Energy savings event in Bailieborough: A public information evening on home retrofitting and energy saving will be held in Bailieborough Community Centre, (A82 T2Y6), on Thursday 21 st November at 7.30pm. Home Retrofitting is an enhancement of older houses that will make the properties more energy efficient. Grants through the SEAI will help home owners insulate their properties, to tackle heating efficiency and energy costs. Admission free and everyone welcome. For information on the programme, the event and the grants available, contact: 087 131 5964 or omcconnon@ccld.ie Website: www.retrofit-ready.ie
New AL-ANON meeting in Bailieborough: A new AL-ANON meeting takes place in the Beckscourt Community Centre (A82D928) on Thursday evenings at 7.30pm. For further details, please contact, 087 1321462. All welcome.
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 craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Bailieborough Creative Hub: Bailieborough Creative Hub presents, Juliana Gilbride, solo art exhibition entitled ‘The Stories They Could Tell’ in Bailieborough Library on Thursday, November 21st at 7.30pm. Everyone welcome.
Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome.
Digital Skills Clinic: New , Free Digital Skills Clinic for older people taking place in Bailieborough Library on Thursday mornings. You can book a one hour, one -to-one session with a tutor by contacting Bailieborough Library on 042 9665779.
Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. .No appointment is necessary. Next month’s date is Wednesday 4th December,
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!
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: Save the dates!!
Our ever popular table quiz will return on Friday 29th November in Nixys, The Square Bar in Bailieborough. Businesses or individuals who wish to support us are welcome to do so. Contact Kathryn 087 2441371
Meanwhile we are delighted to announce that we will have a presentation Dinner Dance to recognise the outstanding achievement of winning our first ever Senior Championship on Saturday January 25th 2025 in The Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough.
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.
Download the East Cavan Gaels app to keep up to date with all ECG news. Apple and Android.
Bailieborough News. November 4th 2024. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraGo Fund Me: A message from Lorraine Harris, SuperValu, Bailieborough:To some of our customers who might not be aware, our valued long-standing colleague Majella Kierans recently received the devastating news that her only child Alison was diagnosed with a brain tumour.
This came as an awful shock to Alison, Majella and their family and friends. We have had so many customers offering support and wanting to help. We thank you so much.
We have decided with her families blessing to set up a Go Fund me page to help alleviate the financial burden that lies ahead and make Alison and Majella’s journey as stress free as possible, so they can focus on recovery and healing.
Donations can be made by visiting, the Alison Fisher , Go Fund Me page on Facebook.
Old Films or Photographs Wanted: Director of the award winning film, ‘The Man Who Wanted to Fly’ Frank Shouldice, is working on his next documentary with yet another Bailieborough element. He is eager to get primarily old film and old photographs depicting the town of Bailieborough from the late 1960s through to the 1980s.
Of interest are the following:
Images of Main Street, the Pop Inn Chipper (now the Market Stall), the West End Bar or the Hideout. The interior of any pub life in the town and the Oasis Nightclub Carrickmacross. Or anything relevant to the above from the era described would be much appreciated. Contact anyone in Bailieborough Heritage Society, photographs can be scanned and promptly returned. Or you can contact Frank direct on The Man Who Wanted To Fly Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/WantedToFlyFilm
Pre-Loved Toy Sale: Declutter and Donate your unwanted Toys and Books(in good condition) by dropping them into The Community Centre on on Monday, November 11th and Wednesday, November 13th between 6.00pm and 8.00pm. The pre-loved ‘Toy Sale’ will take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road on Saturday, November 16th between 12 noon and 3.00pm. All proceeds are going to the St. Vincent DePaul, Bailieborough and Bailieborough Cancer Comfort. All welcome.
Tunnyduff Annual Tractor Run: Tunnyduff Annual Tractor Run will take place on Sunday, 10th November. Registration in Tunnyduff Community Centre at 10.30am, run leaves at 12 noon, €20 entry fee. All types of vehicles welcome. Refreshments served, raffle on the day. Proceeds in aid of Cootehill Cancer Care.
A Message from Tony Gregory: Just want to say, now that Halloween is over, many thanks to, Bailieborough Shamrocks GAA, OT Bailieborough, Bailieborough Leisure Centre, Bailieborough Christmas Lights, Bailieboro Celtic Afc, Bailieboro run, walk, crawl, swim cycle kayak coffee, Bailieborough Mid Summer Festival and Town Events. Bailieborough Heritage Society, Clarkes, Bailieborough, Jamesons Bailieborough ,a huge Well Done and thank you for the scary walk. Link credit union Bailieborough. All Ty students .Amanda Kelly, .the Pigs Tale .dj Garreth .The Workshop Dance Academy .All the scarers , Mags Gregory and Kate Kelly, my family,Eugene Brady, Malcolm and Fiona Gargan, Jim Crosbie, Seamus Rahill, Leah Gregory, Mark Laird, Caroline Clarke and family. Bailieborough as a community, well done !!Over 1,000 people got spooked and if I missed anyone I will personally thank you.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Ena Byrne (née Smith), Bailieborough, Cavan. Ena passed away on Monday, the 28th October 2024 peacefully at Fairlawns Nursing Home, Bailieborough. Ena was predeceased by her husband Vincent and son P.J.
Deeply regretted by her daughter-in-law Philomena, granddaughter Donna and Donna’s partner Troy, great grandchildren Micah and Quinn, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Ena’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Saturday, November 2nd and afterwards, Ena’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bridge Results: Tuesday, 22nd October 2024: First, Noreen Maguire and Betty Olwell. Second, Teresa O’Reilly andJoy Jameson. Third, Olive Kellett and Rosaleen Keegan.Best Gross, Joy Jameson and Teresa O’Reilly. Bridge takes place every Tuesday night in the Bailie Hotel. Start Time is 7pm sharp. New Members Welcome.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting on Tuesday, November 12th in the Courthouse from 2pm to 4pm. Hope to see you all there. Everyone Welcome.
Christmas Carols: By the newly formed Killann Chorus, formerly known as ‘Hardtimes’–on Thursday, December 19th at 8.00pm in St. Annes Church, Bailieborough. Donations on the night towards, ‘Alison Fisher’s Go Fund Me. Choir practice takes place in St. Annes Church on Monday’s at 7.30pm. Past and new members are very welcome. No experience neccessary.
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.
Photo Calender: It’s time to get planning Clarke’s 2025 Calendar and this year’s theme is Cute and Cuddly Pets! Send us a cute and cuddly picture of your pampered pooches, pretty kitties, glam guinea pigs or any fluffy friend to info@clarkesbailieborough.ie to be in with a chance of featuring in next year’s calendar. The closing date for images is Friday 8th November 2024.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: ‘Trips and Travel’ an exhibition of artwork by Pat McCabe takes place in Bailieborough Library on Saturday, November 9th at 2.30pm. Limited edition signed prints will be available to purchase. Raffle and refreshments, also. Everyone welcome.
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.
First Communion Dates 2025: St. Annes, Saturday, May 10th, St. Felim’s (The Vale), Saturday, May 17th and Shercock, Saturday, May 3rd. All Masses at 11.00am.
Bailieborough Library:
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Delighted to get the great news this morning that we have been granted €23,732 for upgrades to our Clubhouse. Thanks to Sean, Gavin and everyone else who helped for their hard work in securing this funding.
Bailieborough Shamrocks LGFA are preparing for the 2025 season. We are looking for volunteers and coaches for all age grades. No experience required, however there is garda vetting/ safeguarding/ coach mentoring which will be facilitated by our club.
Bailieborough Creative Hub: Bailieborough Creative Hub presents, Juliana Gilbride, solo art exhibition entitled ‘The Stories They Could Tell’ in Bailieborough Library on Thursday, November 21st at 7.30pm. Everyone welcome.
Line Dancing: Line Dancing has resumed on Tuesday’s, at 8.15pm in the Couthouse, Lr. Main St. New members are always welcome.
East Cavan Swim Club: The Annual General Meeting of the East Cavan Swim Club will take place in the Community Centre, Chapel Road on Thursday, November 7th at 8.00pm. Please come along and support!
Careers: Thinking of changing career, need advice on careers, educational needs, CV help, interview skills – CMETB (Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board) will facilitate a FREE drop in service at the Library on the first Wednesday of each month from 2.15pm-4.30pm. .No appointment is necessary. Next month’s date is Wednesday,
Team Hope ‘Shoebox Appeal’: “ Closing date for Team Hope shoebox appeal is 10th November. For further information or shoebox collections, please contact local coordinators Hazel 0879903520 or Edna on 0876300207. Your support will be 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!
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: Required Urgently: We are looking for shopping bags!!If anybody has some spare shopping bags , that they don’t use, please donate to our shop. 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 4th November 2024
Senior;
Ulster JCHC: East Cavan Gaels 6-10– Omagh 1-14.
A fantastic performance from the lads in their debut in Ulster Club Championship on Saturday last in Kingspan Breffni. They now move into the semi final where they will play Antrim champions Rasharkin.
Full report on the ECGHC app!
U8/10/12/14/16/18;
Club training this Monday 7-8pm while 13/14 year olds have county trials in Kingspan Breffni for the next month on Mondays also for the County U15 side next year. After School Hurling returns this week also.
The week ahead:
Monday’s; Club U12 training 7-8pm on astro. Seniors 8-9pm. Cavan U15, 2025 trials, Kingspan Breffni 3G 6.15-7.15 11th/18th/25th November.
Wednesday; Indoor hurling Shercock AC U9 4pm, U10/12 5pm.
Friday; Mullagh TBC by text
Saturday; U8 1pm, U10/12 2pm.
Save the dates!!
Our ever popular table quiz will return on Friday 29th November in Nixys, The Square Bar in Bailieborough. Businesses or individuals who wish to support us are welcome to do so. Contact Kathryn 087 2441371.
Meanwhile we are delighted to announce that we will have a presentation Dinner Dance to recognise the outstanding achievement of winning our first ever Senior Championship on Saturday February 1st 2025 in The Bailie Hotel, Bailieborough.
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.
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