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ST.MARY'S NATIONAL SCHOOL EXTENSION OFFICIAL OPENING.
St. Mary's National School invites all in the community to celebrate it's 50 years with the Official Opening and Blessing of the new extension,by Bishop Francis Duffy.This commemorative event will take place on Tuesday the 13th of February ,at 12 p.m. in the new School Hall. A special invite is extended to all past pupils/parents,particularly those who were on the roll in 1967/1968.We would appreciate your assistance in extending this invitation to past pupils living outside of the parish.
PLAY
Well done to the local Dolmen Drama Group,who staged the play'See the Light of Day' in Backstage Theater,last weekend. This was a thoroughly professional production,and the full houses on both night was testament,to the fine performances from both actors,director.stage crew etc.It is great to see the fountain of talent,that is at our disposal in the parish of Newtowncshel.
CYCLING CLUB
It is intended to start a cycling club in the parish of Cashel. It will cater for all ages,and it will only succeed if people are willing to come together.We have many cyclists in the parish,who cycle on their own,and we are hoping to to get all these and indeed the younger people cycling together,and thereby create a good parish spirit.Contact people are ,Conor Skelly, John Kenny,Gary Beattie, John Morrissey,Mick Casey. It is hoped to start on Sunday the 11th February ,starting from the Village at 2 p.m..No need to be a professional,just wear a helmet and a high viz vest.And of course ..a bicycle!
GAA
The following are the results of the Cashel GAA Lotto which was held last Sunday night the. . Numbers drawn,were 1,20,29 and 30.
No Jackpot winner.
€30,€5 Envelopes Brendan Kelly,Forgney.
€30 Ruth Farrell.
€20 each to Liz Hanley and Paddy Kelly.
Next week's draw will be held in Leavy's and the team on duty are Maggie Melia,Rosaleen Egan and Michael Donlon.; .The Jackpot is €5700
BENEFIT FUNCTION
There will be a benefit night in aid of Eadaoin Smyth in The Local, this Saturday thye 10th of February. Live Music and Raffle on the night. Tickets are €10 each and are on sale in Casserlys and Super Valu Lanesboro,and Nallys Ballymahon.Also from 087 3186089.
KATIE GALLAGHER
Local singer / songwriter Katie Gallagher has sold out her new single launch show in the Bog Lane Theatre Ballymahon on Sat 24th Feb. Due to demand, she has announced another Ballymahon date Fri 23rd Feb which coincides with the release of her new single 'Man on a Mission' that same day. Tickets can be booked for this second date on email katiegallaghermusic7@gmail.com or directly on her Facebook page Katie Gallagher Music. 'The On A Mission Tour' heads nationwide with Katie performing in venues such as the Roisin Dubh in Galway, Foleys Bar in Dublin, Chez Le Fab in Limerick and Tricky's McGarrigles in Sligo.
IMPORTANT SCHOOL DATES
First Confession; Thursday March the 1st at 7 p.m.
First Holy Communion; Sunday May the 13th 2018 at 12 Noon Mass.
FIRESIDE TALES
The latest edition of Jude Flynn's 'Fireside Tales' is now on sale. Included is a very interesting article and interview with Mrs.Casserly from the former Newtowncashel P.O.
FREE TRANSPORT
The Irish Cancer Society operates a free transport service for patients attending hospital for chemotherapy treatment. Volunteer Drivers pick the patient up at the door of their home, drop them at the hospital door, then when finished treatment, will pick them up and drop them home. Volunteer expenses are paid. Patients wishing to avail of this free service should contact their healthcare professional, visit the Society’s website at irishcancer.ie or contact the Irish Cancer Society for more information on 01 2310 522.
TAE KWON DO CLUB
Newtowncashel Tae Kwon Do Club every Friday night in The Hill. Qualified Master Instructor.-
MACRA
Macra are looking for young people to join a new Macra club. Macra is a non profit organisation for young people 17-
Contact can be made by contacting Diarmaid on 086 8612750 or by contacting the Longford Macra na Feirme facebook page.
INSULATION SERVICE
Free House Insulation service available. Check out the poster for eligibility criteria. Contact Terence on 086 3192721 for more information.
LONGFORD VTOS
The Longford VTOS programme is now recruiting. It offers full time business and computer training free of charge.
To qualify you must be over 21 and in receipt of a social welfare payment.
If you are interested contact Maeve Madden,VTOS Co-
GOOD2TALK
Good2Talk is a non profit organisation with charitable status. We offer counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, families, couples and teenagers on a contribution basis. No more than €25, regardless of you income, you can access an effective professional counsellor within 72 hours of contacting our service. We help clients overcome low mood, panic, worry, depression, low self esteem, addiction, bereavement, anger and trauma.
We are located on 2 Keons Terrace, Longford and our contact number is 043 3347477