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Bailieborough News. March 3rd 2025. Matthew J. Cullen
/in News /by PetraWomen’s World Day of Prayer: An Ecumenical Prayer Service will take place in St. Annes Church on this Friday, March 7th at 8.00pm. All welcome and refreshments served afterwards.
RSA ‘Check it Fits’ Service: The RSA ‘Check it Fits’ service will be at Tesco carpark in Bailieborough on Wednesday, March 5th from 10.00am to 5.30pm. A free expert service, which aims to put parents and guardians minds at ease, that their child’s car seat is safely and securely fitted in their car. No booking neccessary.
Bailieborough Shamrocks History Book: Bailieborough Shamrocks are currently engaged in writing a book to chronicle the history of the Club, with particular emphasis on notable events and achievements, over the years. We are looking for photographs or any memorabilia which families may be willing to share. If you would be prepared to allow us to utilise any such material, we invite you to bring it into the Club House at St. Annes Park on Friday, March 7th between 6.00pm and 8.00pm, where we will record it. Or, you are welcome to just drop in for a chat and tell us about any events or people in the Club which might be of interest.
Bailieborough Mid Summer and Town Events: Bailieborough St Patrick’s Day Parade is back. We will need more people to help out stewarding at the Parade! If anyone can spare a couple of hours to help out, please contact any member of the committee.
All floats welcome. Vintage cars, bikes and tractors. Comedy floats, Sports clubs and all Business floats, welcome.
Entry of floats is FREE of charge.
Great chance to promote your business club etc.
P R I Z E S
Best Comedy Float. €1,000.
€100 euro for every juvenile club that enters the Parade.
Best Commercial Float gets a trophy.
Best Window trophy.
The Parade takes place on Monday, March 17th, commencing at 2.30pm.
‘Realta agus Gaolta’: Kevin and Klara Carolan have been selected again as a ‘Wild Card’ to perform for Irelands most talented family on ‘Realta agus Gaolta’, that’s aired on Sunday nights on TG4. Details to follow..
Regretted Death: Bridget (Biddy) Fitzgerald (nee Reilly), Rosehill, Mullagh and formerly of Lisgar, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, passed away on Monday, 24th February 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Lisdarn Unit, Cavan. Bridget was predeceased by her husband Norman, brothers Sam and Peter and sisters Mary and Kate.
Deeply regretted by her loving family, daughter Ashling, sons Noel (Tracey), Clifford (Emma), Richard (Tara), James (Michelle), Raphael (Elaine), Martin, Declan (Catriona) and Jason (Anita), sister Sadie, brothers Patsy and Robert, daughters-in-law, her partner Ralph Foster, 17 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, her lifelong friend Nellie Brady, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Bridget’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Killian’s Church, Mullagh on Thursday, February 27th and afterwards Bridget’s remains were laid to rest in Mullagh Church Of Ireland graveyard (Teampall Cheallaigh).
Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm on Monday evenings. New members are very welcome to join.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: Peter McConnell Newsletters: We at Bailieborough Heritage wish to thank all those that responded previously to our search for Peter’s newsletters. We still have gaps to fill as follows: Issue number 8, 16 to 32 inclusively, 76 and anything after number 91. Please contact us at 087, 2244159 or 086, 8164399, where we will copy and return originals.
Classical Music Club: Is Classical Music your favourite musical genrefor a little peace and reflection? Would you like to meet likeminded people in classical surroundings to listen and explore the genius, charm and glory of Bach, Verdi, Mozart and others? A new Classical Music Club is planned for Bailieborough. Contact Patrick on 042 9694 706 for further information.
New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
Knockbride Bazaar: Knockbride Bazaar takes place in Tunnyduff Hall on this Friday 7th March at 8 p.m. Great selection of prizes. Everyone welcome.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday 11th March, 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.
Bridge: Our Bridge Club observed a minute’s silence as a mark of respect for the late Gemma McCabe, who was a valued member of our club.
Results for Tuesday, February 18th : Brennan Cup Competition are:
1st: Tom Moran and John McGahan.
2nd:Geraldine Columb and Michael McNicholas.
3rd: Betty McCaffrey and Seán Kelleher.
Best Gross: Tom Moran and John McGahan.
Bridge every Tuesday night in the Bailie Hotel at 7 p.m. New members always 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: Feeling Creative? Join us in Bailieborough Library on Saturday next, March 8th between 11.00am and 12.30pm for children 8+ to create a ‘Celtic Style’ memory wire bracelet for St. Patrick’s Day. Call the Library on 042 96 65 779 to book your place.
The craft group takes place every Friday at 11am in the Library.
Tunnyduff N.S. : Tunnyduff NS have been selected to take part in the Tesco Blue Token Campaign, which commenced last week – Monday 26th February for 12 weeks. We ask you to please make sure to get your blue tokens at the checkout each time you shop and pop them into the box. More tokens = more resources for our school! Thanks in advance for supporting.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of James (Jim) Reilly, Finternagh, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan.
James (Jim) Reilly, Manchester and formerly of Finternagh, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Saturday, 14th December 2024 peacefully at the Royal Hospital, Manchester. Jim was predeceased by his loving wife Jessie, his parents James and Annie, his sisters Peggy and Rose and brothers Chaddie and Peter.
Sadly missed by his sister Agnes, brothers Tom and Owen, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Mass was held in St. Ultan’s Church, Killinkere on Tuesday, 4th March 2025 followed by burial of his ashes in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough.
Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesdays at 8.00pm until mid-April. New members always welcome.
Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
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:
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.
New Yoga Classes: New 5wk Yoga classes beginning next week at Rowan Wellness and Gardens, Maudabawn, A81ER82.
Some spaces available in early Monday morning classes- 6.30am to 7.30am and Thursday evening classes- 7.00pm- 8.30pm. A super enjoyable and holistic way to get strong, flexible, fit and stay calm, relaxed and energised.
Classes include Yoga movement, stretches, breathwork, meditation and deep quiet relaxation.
Contact Mary on WhatsApp at 087 2330836 for bookings and further details.
Bailieborough News. February 17th 2025. Matthew J. Cullen
/in News /by PetraWomen’s World Day of Prayer: An Ecumenical Prayer Service will take place in St. Annes Church on Friday, March 7th at 8.00pm. All welcome and refreshments served afterwards.
Bailieborough Mid Summer and Town Events: Bailieborough St Patrick’s Day Parade is back. We had a great response to our first meeting, but we will need more people to help out stewarding at the Parade! If anyone can spare a couple of hours to help out, please contact any member of the committee.
All floats welcome. Vintage cars, bikes and tractors. Comedy floats, Sports clubs and all Business floats, welcome.
Entry of floats is FREE of charge.
Great chance to promote your business club etc.
P R I Z E S
Best Comedy Float. €1,000.
€100 euro for every juvenile club that enters the Parade.
Best Commercial Float gets a trophy.
Best Window trophy.
The Parade takes place on Monday, March 17th, commencing at 2.30pm.
Regretted Death: Gemma McCabe (née Mullan), Cloverhill, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and formerly of Sutton, Co Dublin passed away on Saturday, 15th February 2025, peacefully under the wonderful care of the staff at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by her family. Gemma was predeceased by her sons Conor, Adrian and Justin.
Dearly beloved and greatly missed wife of Pat for 63 years and loving mother to Vivienne (O’Connor). She was a loving grandmother to Ruairí, Melanie, Ella, Nicola, Aaron, Shéa and Eve and mother-in-law to Donagh.
Sadly missed and remembered with love by her sister Maureen (McCarthy), late brother George, brothers-in-law Bill, Kevin and the late Denis, sisters-in-law Rita, Nancy and Mary. Fondly remembered by all her nieces, nephews, cousins, family, many friends and neighbours.
Gemma’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Tuesday, February 18th and afterwards, Gemma’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Bailieborough Sunday School would like to invite you to our second ‘Soup and Sandwich Lunch’ in the Church Hall, after the service on Sunday, March 2nd. Donations will be greatfully accepted in aid of Church Funds and the Bishops Appeal.
Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm. New members are very welcome to join.
New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday 11th March, 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.
Friends of the Castle Lake and Catchment Area: Don’t forget our Table Quiz!
Quiz Night with Friends of Castle Lake and Catchment is taking place soon—that’s plenty of time to cram in general knowledge, flex those brain muscles, and pretend you knew the answers all along!
Quiz is taking place on this Friday evening, 28th February in Fox’s, Main St. At 8 PM.
Prizes, laughs, and eternal quiz glory await! And remember—no sneaky Googling… we’re watching you
See you there!
Bridge: The results for Tuesday, February 11th are:
First:Mona McCormack and Vera Bell.
Second:Geraldine Columb and Mary Cronin.
Third:Margaret Carolan and Tom Moran.
Best Gross: Mona McCormack and Vera Bell.
Bridge every Tuesday night in the Bailie Hotel at 7 p.m. New members always 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.
Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesdays at 8.00pm until mid-April. New members always welcome.
Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
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:Intercounty;
NHL Division 3
Unfortunately the game v Armagh was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at Kingspan Breffni on Sunday and will be rearranged. Next up is another home game this time v Wicklow on Sunday next at 2pm.
Senior/U8/10/12/14/16/18;
Seniors will return to training soon in preparation for the Ulster Spring League. New adult players are always very welcome.
U20’s are with Pat O’Flaherty with the county squad.
U17s County training continues Wednesday at Kingspan Breffni.
U15 county Mondays 6.45-8pm on the 3G at Kingspan Breffni.
Club activity, for those not with county squads, will begin Monday 1st March on the astro at Bailieboro Celtic. Full info next week.
After school; Good work this past week at three venues with the welcome return to Bailieborough. Just the one session, in Mullagh, this coming week.
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.
THE CRAFT OF HERBAL TEA BLENDING
Rowan Wellness and Gardens will be hosting the first of their Medicinal Herbal Tea workshops on Saturday, March 1st-10am – 3pm, at A81ER82.
There are three parts to this hands-on practical workshop, which will be delivered by Master Medicinal Herbalist, Margaret Palmer.;
1. exploring the alchemy and art of herbal tea-preparation,
2.making and tasting for medicinal, aromatic and culinary impact and
3. personalised tea blending to suit your own and your families’ interests and needs.
There will be lots of opportunities for participants to blend, brew and explore tea combinations and discover infusions that best suit each individual’s interests.
Healthy plant-based lunch will be provided and included in the fee. Contact Mary on WhatsApp at 087 2330836 for bookings/ enquiries. See Rowan Wellness and Gardens FB page for further details. Spaces are limited.
Margaret Palmer is a medicinal herbalist and holds a Master’s degree in Herbal Medicine. She is also a herbal medicine tutor with The College of Naturopathic Medicine.
Bailieborough News. February 17th 2025. Matthew J. Cullen
/in News /by PetraWomen’s World Day of Prayer: This year it is St. Annes turn to host this annual service. If you would like to be involved in organising this event, which takes place next month, please attend a meetingnin the Parochial House on Wednesday evening at 7.30pm.
Home Energy Grants: Killann Parish Green Group have organised Drop-in Information Clinics every Friday during February in Bailieborough Courthouse, Lower Main Street between 11.00am and 1.00pm. There will be guidence on SEAI grants and how to make an application. All are welcome.
Bailieborough Mid Summer and Town Events: Bailieborough St Patrick’s Day Parade is back. We had a great response to our first meeting, but we will need more people to help out stewarding at the Parade! If anyone can spare a couple of hours to help out, please contact any member of the committee.
The next meeting is scheduled for Monday 24th February at 7.30pm in The Bailieborough Business Centre, Shercock road. All welcome.
All floats welcome. Vintage cars, bikes and tractors. Comedy floats, Sports clubs and all Business floats, welcome.
Entry of floats is FREE of charge.
Great chance to promote your business club etc.
P R I Z E S
Best Comedy Float.
€100 euro for every juvenile club that enters the Parade.
Best Commercial Float gets a trophy.
Best Window trophy.
The Parade takes place on Monday, March 17th, commencing at 2.30pm.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Patsy Cusack, Waterloo, Grousehall, Bailieborough, Cavan on Tuesday, February 11th peacefully at Virginia Health Centre. Patsy was predeceased by his parents, brother Tenny and sister Kitty. Deeply regretted by his cousins, neighbours, relatives and friends.
Patsy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Mary’s Church, Clanaphilip on Thursday, February 13th and afterwards, Patsy’s remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.
T.V Appearence: Local man, Kevin Carolan and his daughter Klara will be preforming on ‘Realta agus Gaolta’ on Sunday night next, 23rd February at 8.30 on TG4..as Irelands most talented family, we wish them both well.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Bailieborough Sunday School would like to invite you to our second ‘Soup and Sandwich Lunch’ in the Church Hall, after the service on Sunday, March 2nd. Donations will be greatfully accepted in aid of Church Funds and the Bishops Appeal.
Pop-Up Alzheimer Cafe: Featuring a guest speaker on maintaining positive mental health. Music and refreshments on Wednesday, February 19th from 2.00pm to 4.00pm, in Bailieborough Courthouse. For more information, please contact, Mildred on 087 259 3736 or James on 086 858 2047. All welcome.
Killann Choral Society Choir: Practise for the Choir takes place in St. Annes Chapel, at 7.30pm. New members are very welcome to join.
New Al-Anon Meeting in Bailieborough: Meetings take place every Thursday evening at 7.30pm, in the Beckscourt Community Centre, (A82 D928). For details, please contact: 087 132 1462. All welcome. AL-ANON is a mutual support programme for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
Bailieborough Active Age Group: Next meeting is on Tuesday 25th February, 2025 in The Courthouse, Lr. Main St, from 2-4pm. Everyone very welcome. Active Age is open to all Men and Women.
Friends of the Castle Lake and Catchment Area: Don’t forget our Table Quiz!
Quiz Night with Friends of Castle Lake and Catchment is taking place soon—that’s plenty of time to cram in general knowledge, flex those brain muscles, and pretend you knew the answers all along!
Quiz is taking place on Friday, 28th February in Fox’s, Main St. At 8 PM.
Prizes, laughs, and eternal quiz glory await! And remember—no sneaky Googling… we’re watching you
See you there!
Regretted Death: Mary Power (nee Clarke), Galbolie, Bailieborough, Co Cavan passed away on Friday, 14th February 2025, peacefully at Lisdarn Unit for the Elderly, Cavan, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was predeceased by her husband Patrick and daughter Philomena.
Deeply regretted by her son-in-law Philip, grandchildren Ciaran (Bernie), Philip (Ruth), Conor, Aoife and Adrian, great grandchildren Philip, John, Corchennia, Kaisen and Michael, close family, friend and carer Ann, relatives and friends.
Mary’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Annes Church on Sunday, February 16th and afterwards, Mary’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bridge: Bridge results for Tuesday February 4th:
1st: Joy Jameson and Teresa O’Reilly.
2nd:Mona McCormack and Tony Carolan.
3rd: Mary Cronin and Rena Coleman.
Bridge every Tuesday night in the Bailie Hotel at 7 p.m. New members always 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.
Indoor Bowling: Indoor Bowling takes place in the Community Centre, Bailieborough on Wednesdays at 8.00pm until mid-April. New members always welcome.
Leannes Line Dancing:“Leannes Linedancing ” in Bailieborough Courthouse on Tuesdays from 8 15pm to 10 pm All welcome.
Regretted Death: The death has occurred of Margaret Reilly (nee Walsh), Tufnell Park, London and formerly of Drumacarrow, Bailieborough, Co Cavan and Townaleen, Finney, Clonbur, Co. Galway.
On the 4th February 2025 Margaret passed away peacefully in her 96th year at the Whittington, Hospital, London with her devoted family by her side. Margaret was predeceased by her sisters Mary, Eileen, Anne, Bridie, Kathleen and her brothers Johnny and Michael.
Beloved wife of the late Jerry and adored mother to Susan, Bridie, Jimmy and Tommy. Margaret will be sadly missed by daughters in law Jackie and Mervi, her seven grandchildren, Brendan and his wife Nadia, Paul and his wife Claire, Grace, Kate, Gerry, Kristian, and Steafán. Her 5 great grandchildren Adam, Noah, Sophia, Arthur and Peter, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, sisters in law Sue and Rita, brother in law Vincent, cousins, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
A Mass service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at 12 noon on Friday 21st February 2025 at St Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 15 St. John’s Villas, Archway London N19 3EE The service will be live streamed via http://bit.ly/st-gabriel.
Margaret will be reposing at Clarke’s Funeral Home, Bailieborough from 5 pm to 7.30 pm on Friday 7th March 2025. Funeral Mass at 12 noon on Saturday 8th March 2025 at St Anne’s Church, Bailieborough. Burial afterwards in St Anne’s Cemetery, Bailieborough. Funeral Mass can be viewed live via St. Anne’s Church webcam.
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:Intercounty;
NHL Division 3
Mayo 1-23 Cavan 2-14
A good second half rally was ultimately not enough as Cavan were beaten in Tooreen on Sunday last. Liam, Nicky, Canice and Jack McGuinness on the scoreboard for Cavan with Jack Barry introduced in the second half. Huge game v Armagh next weekend.
Senior/U8/10/12/14/16/18;
Seniors will return to training soon in preparation for the Ulster Spring League. New adult players are always very welcome.
U20s are with Pat O’Flaherty with the county squad.
U17s had a good outing with Cavan on Sunday v Fermanagh. No training this week.
U15’s county Mondays 6-7.15 on the 3G at Kingspan Breffni.
Club activity for U12/14/16 will begin in early March.
After school has returned. Full schedule this week including the welcome return to Bailieborough on Tuesday in the Community School Sports hall.
The week ahead
Monday’s: County U15, Kingspan Breffni 6-7.15pm on 3G pitch.
Tuesday’s; After school Bailieborough U8 3.50pm, U10/12 4.50pm.
Wednesday; After school Shercock, U8 4pm, U10/12 5pm.
Friday; After school Mullagh, U8 4pm, U10/12 5pm.
Sunday;NHL Division 3 Cavan v Armagh 2pm.
Club contacts;
Kathryn O’Flynn 087 244 1371.
U8/10/12; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U14/16/18Senior; Adam Baldwin 087 962 2206.