14-08-2017 - Newtowncashel - Co. Longford

SCHOOL REUNION IN CASHEL.
Last weekend saw the celebration of St.Mary's National School's fifty years in existence,with a very successful and indeed enjoyable reunion of past pupils and a Horse Racing fundraising event.
On Friday the 11th of August,the school was open to the public ,for viewing of past school photographs,roll books,videos etc. The new school extension was also open for viewing.
On Saturday the 12th of August,the school was also open to the public,from 11.00 a.m. until 3 p.m.Then all retired to Kilbeggan Racecourse,for an evening of chat,fun and the odd flutter.This was a most enjoyable evening,where many from Cashel and indeed beyond,socialised for many hours,before coming back to a great evening in The Local,Newtowncashel.
Then on Sundayt he 13th of August,,there was a Mass in The Church of The Blessed Virgin,Newtowncashel ,at 12.00 p.m. for all people,both past  and present ,who were and are,connected with the school.
Afterwards,all again retired to the school for refreshments and conversation.Credit to all concerned for this wonderful event,where many stories and memories were shared.It was great to see old friends,enjoying themselves,and thanks to everybody who helped out in any way.
The raffle for the Prize Draw was held in the Parade Ring,after the 8.30 Race in Kilbeggan by John Mahon,Race Sponsor and New York businessman.
The following are the results of the draw.

1st Prize-€500 ....Caroline Baxter.
2nd Prize.-Voucher for Kilronan Castle.(1 night B&B,with evening meal)..Martha and Paul.
3rd prize -Tablet from CTS Computers....Sean Mulvihill.
4th Prize  -Bosch Cordless Hoover..Dermot Nolan.
5th Prize-Bosch Cordless Drill..Monica Healy.
6th Prize-30 Bales of Bord na Mona Briquettes...Enda O' Shea.
7th Prize-Voucher for Viewmount House...Elaine Donnelly.
8th Prize-Voucher Casserly's Spar...Maura Leahy.
9th Prize-Voucher for Zara Hairdresser..Justin Murtagh.
10th Prize-Voucher for Skellys Ballymahon-Glen and Isla Ryder.
11th Prize-.Delph Set from  ProvidersTadgh Rowan.
12th Prize- Voucher Cormicans...Margurieta Rollins Fallon,
13th Prize- Voucher Nallys Ballymahon..Martin Holmes,
14th Prize-Voucher Nine Arches,Ballymahon..Tara Hanly.
15th Prize-Voucher  Farrell and Coy...Rooney Clara,
16th Prize-Voucher The Abbey Hotel-Gerry Farrell.
17th Proze-Voucher Terry Mc Loughlin Butchers..Joe Sweeney.
18th prize-Voucher Keenans Tarmonbarry...Justin Hopkins,
19th Prize-Rogue and Co...Maura Brehon.,
20th Proze-Voucher Super Valu,Lanesboro...Gary Kenny.
21st Prize-Voucher ,Super Valu,Lanesboro..Tommy Clyne.
22nd Prize-Voucher,Rhe Shannon Cut..David Hanley.
23rd Prize..Electric Toothbrush,Waterfront Dental Centre,..Linda Flynn.
24th Prizde-Voucher Roscommon Leisure Centre..Therese Hanley.
25th Prize-Voucher Roscommon Leisure Centre..James Rowan.
26th Prize-Voucher Roscommon Leisure Centre--Tommy Rowan.
27th Prize-5 person pass,Roscommon Leisure Zone..Joe Mulvihill Snr.
Thanks to all above sponsors.

NEWTOWNCASHEL COMMUNITY GAMES
Best of luck to all the competitors from Newtowncashel taking part in the National finals this weekend in the Nationals Sports Campus in Abbotstown.
Our very young U13 Choir are representing us first at 9:30am and they have put in a tremendous effort with rehearsals every week.
A big thank you goes to choir managers/mentors Molly and Noeline Fox. They have given up so much of their time every week and are so dedicated to the cause that hopefully it will all pay off next Saturday.
The Choir consists of the following kids, Keira Hopkins, Chloe Breslin, Jasmine Breslin, Roisin Healy, Saoirse Healy, Erin Donnelly, Ava McDonnagh, Amy Nolan, Rebecca Casey, Ciara Byrne, Alice Kenny.
At 11:30 on the track events we have Jack Sweeney taking part in the U14 Javelin, Jack has put in a hugh individual effort with training for the past few months and it’s not easy on your own.
Best of luck to Jack on Saturday and we know he will do us proud.
Last up on Saturday at 12 midday are our U12 group drama/Comedy Sketch. Again these kids and mentors have put in a hugh effort as they have being rehearsing since last January every week.
Thanks again to mentors Christy Hopkins and Barbara Martin for putting in so much effort and for giving up so much of their time.
The group drama children are Chloe Hopkins, Chris Martin, Grace Cullen, Lily Fox, Conor Murtagh and Brendan Mulvihill.
Best of luck to all the Competitors from Co. Longford taking part in the National Finals.

CEMETERY SUNDAYS
The following are this year's Cemetery Sunday dates and times.
Saints Island Cemetery-20th of August.
Cashel Cemetery-27th of August.
Both masses at 12.00 Noon.
No Mass in the Church at 10.30 a.m. either Sunday.
We ask that all people attending,adhere to the stewards requests at all times.

LADY WELL
Lady Well Pattern Day will be celebrated on Sunday the 3rd of September at 12.00 noon.

BEST WISHES
We extend both congratulations and best wishes,to Neil Farrell,Derrygowna,who has set up a Solicitor's practice in Ballymahon.

G.A.A.
Well don to the Cashel Senior team who had a fine win in the Championship versus Gratten Og last Sunday.Final score..Grattan Og..2-6, Cashel 4-12.

NEW ARRIVAL
We extend congratulations to both Karina Mulvihill and Gerry Davis,on the birth of their  baby girl,Sophie recently..

GAA LOTTO
The following are the Lotto draw results from last Sunday night, the 13th of August. last..
No's drawn .2,8,13 and 18.
No jackpot winner. €30 €5 envelopes;...Kevin Farrell, ; €30 Tom Skelly,Ballagh.... ; €20 ..Johno Beirne, and Kathy and Ellie Flanagan
Next week's draw is in  The Local and the team on duty is Brendan Bannon and Ian Kelly .The jackpot is €3,200.

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MACRA
Macra are looking for young people to join a new Macra club. Macra is a non profit organisation for young people 17-35,it has 6 key activities such as Agriculture,Sports,Performing Arts,Travel,Public Speaking and Community Involvoment. You dont need to be a farmer to join.
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-ordinator at 087 2050589.

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