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SANTA 5K FUN RUN
St.Mary's National School Parent's Association are holding a Santa 5K Fun Run on Sunday the 8th of December.
Registration from 2 to 2.30 pm
Race starts at 2.30 pm.
Adults €10
Children €5
Family €20
Route from Village to Claras Crossroads and back to the Village.
Sponsorship cards will be available to all children attending St.Mary's N.S. Children who return Sponsorship Cards will have free entry into 5K .Also if a child returns €20 or more they will also receive a free entry t-
Don't forget your Santa Hats, Outfits and Christmas Jumpers.!
DEATH
The death occurred of Joe Mulvihill , The Brow, Cross last Saturday the 16th of November.
Joe was a true gentleman who was blessed with great wisdom and whenever one was in his company you were always in awe of his grasp of whatever the conversation was about.
He was passionate about many things, but his family and the parish of Cashel was always his priority
A hardworking man all his life, Joe was gifted and talented and whatever job he took on was done with total professionalism and care.
He had a great sense of humour, and there was always a twinkle in his eye when discussing any situation.
His passing will leave a great void in the lives of all those that loved and knew him.
To his by his wife and best friend Teresa (Tess), sons Joseph and Brian, daughters-
May his Soul Rest in Peace.
DRAMA GROUP
Following on from a very successful 2018-
DEATH
The death occurred of Michael (Micksey)Carley,Portanure on Tuesday last the 12th of November
Micksey was a quiet unassuming gentleman, who always greeted you with a smile.
Micksey's death will leave a great void in the lives of all those that loved and knew him
To his wife Margaret, stepchildren Sharon, Sean and Colleen, sister Mary, brother Brendan, nieces, nephews, brother-
May his soul Rest in Peace.
SUBMISSIONS
In relation to the Bord na Mona/ESB recent announcements Lanesboro Ballyleague Collaboration Group met with 3 Government Ministers on Monday last week As a consequence, we have to draw up a strategic plan. If you have not already made a submission through the Think Tank, we would invite your contribution. Please email to joeaobrien@outlook.com or leave handwritten submission into the shop.
DEATH
The death occurred of Des Eustace formerly Newtowncashel and De Beers Shannon ,on Friday the 15th of November last
His passing will leave a void in all those that loved and knew him.
To his daughter Sheila and son Simon son-
CONCERT
Ballymahon Community Gardai present The Band of An Garda Siochana in Concert at St. Matthews Church Ballymahon on Sunday the 15th of December 2019 at 3pm. All proceeds in aid of Ballymahon Convent Day Care Centre. Followed by Afternoon Tea and free raffle with fantastic prizes. Tickets ten euro. Phone: 086-
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN CASHEL
It's that time of year again when we begin putting up our Christmas Lights. As was seen last year, our first year, we managed to light a large area of our Village
We would like to extend our lights this year, so we are seeking donations, no matter how small from groups or individuals.
To date we have spent over €2000 on lights, so we would appreciate any financial help in order to put lights in all the village Please contact any member of the group in order to make your contribution.
Th Lights group is as follows;
John Kenny, Diarmuid Walsh, Liam Finnegan, Anita Finnegan, Debbie Brogan, Karl Brogan, Helen Hassett, Tommy Hassett, Sheila Mulvihill, Gary Mulvihill, Grainne Moynihan, Ray Moynihan, Mick Casey Tomas Shea.
There will also be a Churchgate Collection for Newtowncashel Christmas Lights, this weekend, Saturday the 16th and Sunday the 17th of November.Your donations would be greatly appreciated.
COMMUNITY GAMES
Newtowncashel Community Games held a very successful Table Quiz in The Local last Saturday night the 16th of November
GAA LOTTO
Lotto draw for Sunday 17th of November last.
No's drawn 13 18 21 and 29
No jackpot winner.
€30 €5 envelopes Katie Smith, Bailieborough,
€30 Karl Dermody
€20 each to .Maureen McCann and Fr.Merlyn Kenny.
Next weeks draw is in The Pier Inn
The jackpot is €15,000
Team on duty are Peter Murtagh and Ger Farrell.
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