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CO. LONGFORD WREN BOYS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Dec 26th in Newtowncashel @ 3.30pm.
Sadly the tradition of hunting the Wren is dying out, but in Newtowncashel we are planning a revival. Let's not let another tradition die away, with this in mind we are planning to have the first Co. Longford Wrenboys Championships in the village on Dec 26th. It's planned to start at 3.30pm and we will have a senior and junior section. Trophy and cash prizes for winners of each section plus face painting and BBQ. Music in the local from 6pm to 9pm. We hope to have groups from around the county but it's hoped we will have a few local groups.
A great family day is in store and we will have more details in local notes when we get nearer the date. Get practicing and get the outfits ready. More details from Liam on 086 2585656 or liamfinn55@gmail.com
CHRISTMAS CARDS
Newtowncashel Christmas Cards are now on sale. Please contact Declan Gilmore at 086 8342935
CHRISTMAS RUN
The Annual Christmas Day Run from Newtowncashel to Lanesborough in aid of the Longford branch of MS Ireland is now in it's 29th year. Over the years it has raised much needed funds for Longford MS and we are again asking for your continued support this year. Walkers start from the Hill at 11.45 and runners at 12.15. Refreshments will be available in the Hall in Lanesborough afterwards and all participants receive a running tshirt sponsored by Peter Hanley Motors. Sponsorship cards are available in the Local or O'Briens in Lanesborough. For further details please contact Michael Flood (Tel: 086-
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
Our beautiful village is enhanced by our Christmas Lights which were turned on by Liam Kelly last Sunday evening.
Great credit is due to the hardworking committee who have made this happen.
GAA DRAW
Cashel G.A.A. are holding a super draw on Saturday December the 28th. First prize is €1000 and there are fourteen excellent additional Tickets are €10 each with a book of6 €50 A book of twelve is €100. Please support.
CONCERT
"This is Me", a celebration of life concert in aid of Barrettstown Children's Camps, presented by Newtowncashel, Scramogue and Tang choirs, will be held in Newtowncashel Church on Sunday 15th December at 7pm and in Tang Church on Saturday 14th December at 7pm. All welcome. Donations on the door. Your support will be appreciated.
ST.MARY'S NATIONAL SCHOOL CLOTHES COLLECTION.
This Friday the 13th of December 2019. Bags of unwanted clothes, footwear etc (dry and
clean) can be left in staff car park or P.E. shed before 9:30 a.m. This
is a valuable fundraiser and we appreciate your continued support.
FLOWER ARRANGING
Christmas Flower Arranging with Mary Holmes from Clondra, in Cashel on Monday 16th December from 7.30pm to 9.30pm and Tuesday 17th December from 10am to 12 midday. Cost is €15 per session and people can do one or two sessions. Places are limited so its important to book in advance. For more info or to book please contact Mairead on 0868546433 before the 4th December.
DRAMA GROUP
Following on from a very successful 2018-
A farcial comedy, which will enthral local patrons once again. The play will be performed in The Hill in late February/early March 2020
GUN CLUB
The Monday night 25 Card game in The Pier is going well with following results;
Monday the 2nd of December....1st Enda O Shea and Harry Skelly., 2nd Tim Fox and Pat Farrell.
GAA LOTTO
Lotto draw for Sunday the 8th of December.
No's drawn 7 12 20 and 28
No jackpot winner.
€30 €5 envelopes Paddy Donlon
€30 Antoinette Skelly
€20 each to Aoife Bannon and Liam Fallon.
Next weeks draw is in The Local
The jackpot is €15,000
Team on duty are Sean Melia and Sean Casey.
SANTA 5K FUN RUN
St.Mary's National School Parent's Association held a Santa 5K Fun Run on Sunday the 8th of December which was very enjoyable by all who participated and indee was a great success
Registration from 2 to 2.30 pm
With the onset of an impending storm the event had to be brought forward to 1pm from 2.30 pm but this did not deter anyone.
Route was from Village to Claras Crossroads and back to the Village.
Santa arrived at the Hill at 2pm and great fun was had by all. The hot choclate especially went down a treat.
Thanks to everyone involved.
FREE IT Training
in your local community or at EDI Centre.
The Digital Skills course will be commencing again shortly.
Maximum of 10 participants per class so register your interested early as places fill up fast
Remember this course is free.
Please contact Anne on 043 3347515
FIBRE BROADBAND LIVE IN NEWTOWNCASHEL
Fibre Technology has been laid along these routes at the end of 2018 and is now live to 200 homes/businesses marked on the map. For approximately 90-
Further information can be found on http://fibrerollout.ie/
The map can be viewed on http://fibrerollout.ie/rollout-
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.
INSULATION SERVICE
Free House Insulation service available. Check out the poster for eligibility criteria. Contact Terence on 086 3192721 for more information.
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