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CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN CASHEL
There will be a meeting in The Local this Wednesday evening,the 24th of October,to organise Christmas Lights and a Christmas Tree for the village of Newtowncashel. There is already significant progress on the project,so anyone interested,or have any ideas ,please do come along,or contact John Kenny at 087 0507686.
WELL DONE
We extend congratulations to Dan O' Shea,who was selected to play on the Regional Basketball team at the National Schools finals held at the University of Limerick ,last weekend.His team won the Shield Final,and it's wonderful to see such a talented young man,getting the recognition that he deserves.The parish of Cashel are justly proud of your achievements Dan.
PIKE FISHING COMPETITION
Newtowncashel Angling Club hold their annual Open Pike Fishing Competition starting from Barley Harbour on Sunday the 4th of November,from 11am to 4 pm. Entry fee ic €100 per boat. There will ne €2500 in prize money; 1st prize €1000, 2nd prize €500, 3rd prize €400,4th prize €300, 5th prize €200, 6th prize €100. Places limited to 35 boats.
To request application form and competition rules ,please contact 083 8259465 or email cashelangling@gmail.com
This is a catch and release competition.
COMMUNITY GAMES
Members of the committee of Newtowncashel community games will be calling to houses around the parish over the coming weeks selling tickets for the national draw 1st prize a Kia car. Tickets are priced at €10 and €7 of every ticket sold goes back to the local area. This is our main fundraiser for the year and your support is greatly appreciated.
DRAMA,
Newtowncashel Drama Group,are delighted to announce that this year's production will be 'The Beauty Queen of Leenane' by the internationally renowned Oscar winning playwright Martin Mc Donagh. This year marks the centenary of our Drama Group,and this year's production will be staged on the 16th,17th and 18th of November.
NEW ARRIVAL,
We extend congratulations to both Eileen and Patrick Clarke,on the birth of their baby boy recently
SIMON COMMUNITY
The Churchgate Collection for The Simon Community,which was held last weekend,raised €365.Thanks to all who contributed so generously.
STATIONS
The following are the upcoming Stations in Cashel Parish;
Thursday 25th October;Kathleen and Michael Casey,Derryhaub Beg.
Friday October 26th;Chris and Seamus Casey,Greenhall Upper,Aughnacross,Carrickdunican.
Friday November 2nd;Lorraine and Justin Murtagh,Newpark and Clonmee.
Friday 11th of November Liam Fallon, Ballinahinch.
Friday 30th of November, Nuala and Paddy Casey,Newtownflanagan.
PILATES
Pilates is starting in The Hill,this Friday the 26th of October at 10 a.m. €60 for 6 classes or €12 per class if you prefer to pay each week.
GAA LOTTO
The following are the results for the GAA Lotto draw for Sunday the of 21st October last.
Numbers Drawn 1,9,16 and 26.
No jackpot winner.
€30 €5 envelopes; Gerry Costello,Cleraune.
€30 to Dermot Nolan.
€20 each to Martin Skelly and Catherine Nolan.
Next weeks jackpot is €9400.
Draw is in Team on duty are Richard farrell,Jim mulvihill and Brian Mulvihill.
FIBRE BROADBAND AT LAST FOR NEWTOWNCASHEL
Fibre Technology will be laid along these routes by the end of 2018 and delivered 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.
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