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Bailieborough News. December 18th 2023. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraChristmas Ceremonies in Killann Parish: Christmas Confessions: St. Annes, Bailieborough on Saturday, December 23rd from 12 noon to 2.00pm.
Christmas Masses: Mass will be celebrated in St. Anne’s, Bailieborough on Christmas Eve at 5.00pm and 9.00pm. Mass on Christmas Day will be celebrated at 10.00am.
Mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Church, Shercock on Christmas Eve at 7.00pm and Christmas Day at 11.30pm.
Mass will be celebrated in St. Anne’s Church, Killann on Christmas Eve at 8.30pm and on Christmas Day at 10.00am.
Christmas Mass Bouquets: There is a lovely selection of Christmas Mass Bouquets available from the Parish Office.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Christmas Programme: There’s something for everyone this Christmas at the Bailieborough Group of Parishes. A warm welcome to all.
Sunday 24th December – Christmas Eve
7pm, Mullagh- Holy Communion.
8:40pm Shercock – Holy Communion.
Monday 25th December – Christmas Day: 10:00am ,Bailieborough – Holy Communion,11:30am, Knockbride – Holy Communion.
Sunday 31st December 2023: United New Year’s Eve Service in Bailieborough Church at 10:45am. No other services in the group.
Bailieborough Cancer Comfort Ltd: “Thank you ” to all who attended and took part in the Christmas Reflection ceremony.
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.
‘Outdoor Classroom’: An ‘Outdoor Classroom’ has been created on Parish land at the Town Lake. This will highlight the biodiversity in this wetland area.This work has been carried out by the Parish Green Group with the support of a grant from Co. Cavan Municipal Council. The area is located on the Chapel Road carpark side and close to the boat slipway.
Bailieborough Heritage Society: Check those attics!! Bailieborough Heritage are digitising Peter McConnell’s newsletters for our website and are missing some, we will collect, scan, digitise and return any copies received. If you have some please ring 087 2244159.
Bridge Results: Tuesday, December: First: Brid Murray and Colette Gavin. Second: Mary Lynch and Rosaleen Keegen. Third: Sean Kellegher and Rosaleen Mackey. Best Gross: Sean Kellegher and Rosaleen Mackey.
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Christmas Day Swim: This year is the 30th year of the Christmas Day Swim in Bailieborough. Sponsorship Cards are available from reception in Bailieborough Leisure Centre or by calling Brendan on 087 275 8890, Mary on 086 068 8714 or any MS Cavan committee member. The swim starts at 12.30 pm, sharp, at the Town Lake, Cavan Rd side. Everyone very welcome.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to daughters Laura (Nicholas) and Emma, grandson Nicholas, brothers Padraig (Tom), Fergus (Breege), Sean (Catherine), uncle Tom, aunts Anna and Mai. Rachel and Mark. Nephews, nieces, grand nephews and nieces, cousins, relatives and friends, n the death of, Terence O’Reilly (Terry, Fruit & Veg Man), Westborough House, Virginia Road and Woodview, Bailieborough, Co Cavan, who passed away on Sunday, the 10th December 2023, peacefully, at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Terence was predeceased by his parents Paddy and Kathleen, brothers Tom and Brendan (infancy).
Terence’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church on Tuesday, December 12th and afterwards, Terence’s remains were laid to rest in St. Annes Cemetery.
Bailieborough Library: Chess Club starting in the Library on Friday, January 12th, 2024 from 4.15pm-5.15pm for children aged 7+. All enquiries to Daniel at 087 9271883.
Booking essential and places are limited – ring 042 9665779.
Library Craft Group every Friday at 10.30am-12.30pm. Enjoy a chat and a cuppa whilst sharing ideas. All Welcome!
Bailieborough Community: ‘Turkey Walk: St. Stephen’s Day: The Bailieborough Walking Group will host a Community ‘Turkey Walk’ on Tuesday, December 26th in aid of SOSAD, Cavan and Parkinsons Association, Cavan’ . Easy and long routes in Bailieborough Forest to suit all abilities, Walk starting at the BDA Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough, A82HH58 at 11.00am. Wear suitable footwear and donations voluntary. Refreshments will be served after the walk. All welcome.
Bailieborough Red Cross: The Bank of Ireland, Bailieborough have kindly chosen our Branch as their Chosen Charity this year.If you are in branch please support and win a lovely Hamper sponsored by the Bank of Ireland.
Good Luck and Happy Christmas
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—please note the change of day— of each month from 2pm-4.30pm. The advisors will be present on Wednesday, January 10th 2024 . No appointment is necessary.
Charity Darts Match: That time of year again folks—one of the best days on the Cavan darting calendar. On Saturday the 30th of December in Canningstown, East and West Cavan will do battle for the bragging rights and the Micheal O Brien Cup. Our chosen charity this year is Cavan/Monaghan Palliative Care, The palliative care team do amazing work and help so many families in the most difficult of times, Donation Box and Raffle on the day and all support for this wonderful Charity would be greatly appreciated, As always it’s sure to be a memorable day of darts and a great days Craic and it all kicks off in Canningstown at 4.00pm. An evening not to be missed, Let’s play Darts !
Bailieborough Community School: Congratulations and Well Done to the Bailieborough Community School U16.5 side who won the Gerry Arthurs cup by defeating Glenties in the Ulster Final by 3-08 to 1-11.
Cavan Kayakrun: Last Meeting of the Year: Hey everyone!! On Friday the 29th of December, we are going to finish the year with a charity event for Bailieborough Cancer Comfort and the Irish Red Cross.
This will be a fun day out for all! There will be spot prizes on the day, along with a prize for the best Christmas Costume.
Get the bikes out for one last time in 2023 for a 50k or 40k cycle or if you feel like running/walking off those mince pies, there will be 5k run/walk route also.
All taking place at Gallonray House, Maudabawn with refreshments after!
Cycle starting at 1pm.
Run/walk at 2pm.
Hope we see you all there for the last gathering of 2023!
There is no charge for this event. Donations on the day will be greatly appreciated!
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: Annual Christmas Appeal, 2023: A Massive big ‘Thank You’ to everybody who came along for our customer appreciation day and well done to all our winners.
Thanks to all the staff and volunteers for all the help on the day.
Thanks to everybody that purchased raffle tickets and thanks to all our donators.
All your generosity will go to help alleviate the effects of poverty on families and people through out our community.
Thank you again from all here in S.V.P. Bailieborough.
There are two ways to donate to the St. Annes Conference of the SVP, SVP.ie/donate website and nominate Bailieborough on the last page of the donation process or phone 0818 176 176 and nominate Bailieborough. Thank you for your continuous support towards the work of St. Vincent DePaul in the Bailieborough, Tierworker, Shercock and Knockbride communities. Every good wish and blessing for Christmas and the New Year.
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.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Bailieborough Shamrocks will host a ‘Quiz Night’ on Friday, 29th December at 8.30pm, upstairs in the clubhouse.
We hope to see you all there. All welcome.
Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short 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. It’s a well lit up run. Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club:
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Wishing all readers, a very Happy Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year.
Bailieborough News. December 11th 2023. Matthew J. Cullen.
/in News /by PetraChristmas Ceremonies in Killann Parish: Christmas Confessions: St. Annes, Bailieborough on Sunday next, December 17th from 3—4pm and Saturday, December 23rd from 12 noon to 2.00pm.
Advent Prayer Service: An Advent Prayer Service will take place in St. Anne’s on Sunday next, December 17th at 4.00pm. All welcome.
Christmas Masses: Mass will be celebrated in St. Anne’s, Bailieborough on Christmas Eve at 5.00pm and 9.00pm. Mass on Christmas Day will be celebrated at 10.00am.
Mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Church, Shercock on Christmas Eve at 7.00pm and Christmas Day at 11.30pm.
Mass will be celebrated in St. Anne’s Church, Killann on Christmas Eve at 8.30pm and on Christmas Day at 10.00am.
Christmas Mass Bouquets: There is a lovely selection of Christmas Mass Bouquets available from the Parish Office.
Bailieborough Group of Parishes: Christmas Programme: There’s something for everyone this Christmas at the Bailieborough Group of Parishes. A warm welcome to all.
Sunday 17th December: 10:30am in Knockbride ‘Carols for All’.
1:30pm in Mullagh ‘Carols for All’.
7pm in Bailieborough ‘Traditional Carols’ – A united carol service for the whole community.
Saturday 24th December – Christmas Eve
7pm, Mullagh- Holy Communion.
8:40pm Shercock – Holy Communion.
Sunday 25th December – Christmas Day: 10:00am ,Bailieborough – Holy Communion,11:30am, Knockbride – Holy Communion.
Sunday 31st December 2023: United New Year’s Eve Service in Bailieborough Church at 10:45am. No other services in the group.
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.
Bridge Results: Tuesday, December 5th : 1st, Brendan Gavin and Colette Gavin. 2Nd, Brid Murray and Margaret Carolan. 3rd Teresa O’Reilly and Joy Jameson. Best Gross: Joy Jameson and Teresa O’Reilly. Congrats to everybody and well played.
Bridge takes place every Tuesday evening in the Bailie Hotel at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome.
Christmas Day Swim: This year is the 30th year of the Christmas Day Swim in Bailieborough. Sponsorship Cards are available from reception in Bailieborough Leisure Centre or by calling Brendan on 087 275 8890, Mary on 086 068 8714 or any MS Cavan committee member. The swim starts at 12.30 pm, sharp, at the Town Lake, Cavan Rd side. Everyone very welcome.
Deepest Sympathy: Deepest Sympathy is extended to family Tom, Kathleen, John and Sharon, son-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, neighbours, extended family and friends on the death of Christy Connell, Curkish, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan, who passed away on Tuesday, 5th December 2023, peacefully, surrounded by his family in Kilmainhamwood Nursing Home in his 96th year.
Christy was predeceased by his wife Mona and daughter June and his brothers and sisters.
Christy’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Anne’s Church, Bailieborough on Thursday, December 7th and afterwards, Christy’s remains were laid to rest in St. Anne’s Cemetery.
Bailieborough Library: Christmas colouring competition closes on Saturday, December 16th . Entries 8-12 years and 4-7 years. Six lovely Christmas selection boxes up for grabs. Pick up an entry at the Library desk.
Chess Club starting in the Library on Friday, January 12th, 2024 from 4.15pm-5.15pm for children aged 7+. All enquiries to Daniel at 087 9271883.
Booking essential and places are limited – ring 042 9665779.
Library Craft Group every Friday at 10.30am-12.30pm. Enjoy a chat and a cuppa whilst sharing ideas. All Welcome!
Bailieborough Community: ‘Turkey Walk: St. Stephen’s Day: The Bailieborough Walking Group will host a Community ‘Turkey Walk’ on Tuesday, December 26th in aid of SOSAD, Cavan and Parkinsons Association, Cavan’ . Easy and long routes in Bailieborough Forest to suit all abilities, Walk starting at the BDA Centre, Shercock Road, Bailieborough, A82HH58 at 11.00am. Wear suitable footwear and donations voluntary. Refreshments will be served after the walk. All welcome.
Regretted Death: Eamonn Fitzsimons, Carnalynch, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan and formerly of Rassudden, Ballyjamesduff passed away on Monday, 4th of December 2023, peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his loving family, aged 68. Eamonn was predeceased by his father Francie. Eamonn was a devoted husband and adored father. Sadly missed by his heartbroken wife Dympna and his cherished children Gavin, Gayle, Rachel, Caroline and Stephen. Dearly loved and sadly missed by his sons-in-laws Damien and James, his daughter-in-law Tara, his adored grandchildren Caitlin, Amber, Kian, Nicole, Patrick, Calvin, Charlie, Erica, Anna and Jack. Deeply mourned by his mother Mai, his brothers TJ, Norbert and Martin, his sisters Maura and Kay, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and his many friends, neighbours and work colleagues.
Eamonn’s Funeral Mass took place in St. Ultan’s Church, Killinkere on Thursday, December 7th and afterwards, Eamonn’s remains were laid to rest in St. Ultan’s Cemetery.
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—please note the change of day— of each month from 2pm-4.30pm. The advisors will be present on Wednesday, January 10th 2024 . No appointment is necessary.
Cavan Kayakrun: Last Meeting of the Year: Hey everyone!! On Friday the 29th of December, we are going to finish the year with a charity event for Bailieborough Cancer Comfort and the Irish Red Cross.
This will be a fun day out for all! There will be spot prizes on the day, along with a prize for the best Christmas Costume.
Get the bikes out for one last time in 2023 for a 50k or 40k cycle or if you feel like running/walking off those mince pies, there will be 5k run/walk route also.
All taking place at Gallonray House, Maudabawn with refreshments after!
Cycle starting at 1pm.
Run/walk at 2pm.
Hope we see you all there for the last gathering of 2023!
There is no charge for this event. Donations on the day will be greatly appreciated!
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: Annual Christmas Appeal, 2023: There are two ways to donate to the St. Annes Conference of the SVP, SVP.ie/donate website and nominate Bailieborough on the last page of the donation process or phone 0818 176 176 and nominate Bailieborough. Thank you for your continuous support towards the work of St. Vincent DePaul in the Bailieborough, Tierworker, Shercock and Knockbride communities. Every good wish and blessing for Christmas and the New Year.
Customer Appreciation Day: There will be a Customer Appreciation Day on Friday, December 15th in Vincent’s Shop, Bailieborough. Refreshments will be served and also a Christmas Raffle will be held. Lots of discounts on the day! Everyone welcome.
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.
Bailieborough Shamrocks G.F.C.: Bailieborough Shamrocks will host a ‘Quiz Night’ on Friday, 29th December at 8.30pm, upstairs in the clubhouse.
We hope to see you all there. All welcome.
Please remember that the Shamrocks Bingo takes place in the Club House at St. Anne’s Park and also online every Tuesday at 8.00pm. Great prizes to be won!
Walk, Jog or Run: Now that the evenings are short 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. It’s a well lit up run. Stretch before and afterwards, every Monday and Wednesday evening.
East Cavan Gaels GAA Club: Hurling News 10th December 2023
Senior;: League Title retained!
East Cavan Gaels 0-14
Cootehill 0-13
In some of the most challenging conditions ever witnessed for a league final both sides must be commended on the quality of hurling on display in Kingspan Breffni 3G on Saturday last.
While Storm Elin was making the conditions difficult another storm was brewing on the field as we got a solid start v the Championship winners with a bare bones squad due to injuries, illness and lads committed elsewhere but they really got stuck in with Nicky Kenny with some fine scores from play while Canice Maher punished early Cootehill indiscretions in scoring the resultant frees while chipping in with two from play also. Brian Fitzgerald was proving hard to handle in the full forward line in opening up some good opportunities elsewhere. Going in four up at halftime while Cootehill had a man dismissed for a high challenge just before the break, our lads knew the second half was going to be a battle and it lived up to that tag. The conditions, if it were possible, actually worsened as the second half progressed and Cootehill managed to get level while our lads began to tire but they managed to find another wind late on to fire over the winning scores to retain our Senior title for the first time.
Conor Gallagher was assured in goal while not being overly tested as the full back line of Gary Leddy, Cian McEntee and Adam Baldwin put in a serious shift to snuff out repeated attacks.
The half back line of the youthful James Tully, winning his first title at adult level, was complimented by the experience of both Jack Barry and another debutant in Liam O’Brien while Canice and Tadhg Barry had their hands very full in the midfield areas where it was white hot at times! With Callum Shiel and Conor Walsh dovetailing very well with the aforementioned Kenny to secure good scores while Daire Leddy, Brian Fitzgerald and Rory Farrell spearheaded an attack which combined very well with the other forward unit.
Credit to Adam Baldwin assisted by Derek Argue in securing back to back league titles after years of near misses. Their dedication has been richly rewarded.
Congratulations to our entire squad for their years work and for now delivering a platform on which to build hopefully even more.
U17/15/13/11/9/7;
Most of all our lads work is now complete bar the U15s at county who have a final game v Fermanagh in Kingspan Breffni 3G on Friday
Friday; County U15s v Fermanagh, Kingspan Breffni 3G time tbc.
Club contacts;
U7/9/11; Willie Gaughan 086 164 9280.
U13/15/17/Senior; Kathryn O’ Flynn 087 244 1371.
Christmas Church Concert… Spreading the Joy of Christmas with Songs and Carols, featuring the St. Michael’s and St. Patrick’s Church Choirs and with Special Guest’s, the Cavan Rugby Male Voice Choir, in St. Michael’s Church Cootehill, Sunday ,17th December 2023 at 7.30pm Sharp. (Doors open 7pm) Please bring a cushion!
TICKETS €15 (INCL: €5 WORTH OF RAFFLE TICKETS) CHILDREN-FREE, Tickets available in the Parish Office on Tues 10am-1.30pm-Fridays 9am-5pm, after Saturday evening and Sunday Masses in St Michael’s Church, through the Parish Facebook Page link, in Hannigans Grocery Shop, Lennon’s drapery, Argues filling station, Maudabawn Co-op, the Tullyvin shop and at the door.
A night definitely not to be missed. Everyone welcome.
The Past, Present and Future of Bailieborough Courthouse and Bridewell. A talk by John Brady.
/in Events, News /by Petra