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HARD LUCK TO CASHEL.
Hard luck to Cashel,,who were defeated in the County Intermediate Football Final,by Kilashee,last Sunday in Pearse Park.The game was evenly balanced until the last quarter,when Kilashee went ahead and emerged victorious in the end.We congratulate them on their win and wish them all the best in the Leinster Intermediate Championship.Despite losing,Cashel now proceed to the Leinster Junior Championship.Please keep an eye out for the fixture.
COMMUNITY GAMES
Newtowncashel Community Games will be selling tickets for the National Jubilee draw. Tickets cost 10 euro with 7 euro from every ticket sold going to our own area. First prize is a Kia Cee'd car worth over 20,000 along with many other great runner up prizes. Tickets are available from any committee member and will be sold door to door. Your support for this would be much appreciated.
I.C.A.
Newtowncashel ICA monthly meeting takes place on Tuesday 4th October at 8pm in " The Hill" newtowncashel. New members welcome as always.
Bord na Móna Public Information Sessions
Bord na Móna intend to hold a second series of pre-
its proposed Derryadd Wind Farm.
In order for members of the public to be informed about the proposed development, Bord na Móna
has arranged four Public Information sessions, as follows:
Wednesday 28th September 3-
Thursday 29th September 3-
Friday 30th September 3-
Saturday 1 st October 10-
Bord na Móna invites you to attend one of these Public Information sessions. Admission is free. Staff will be on hand to discuss the project
DEFIBRILLATOR GROUP
Newtowncashel Defibrillator Group will provide training for the people of the parish over the coming months.They cannot emphasise the importance of having as many people as possible trained in CPR and use of the Defibrillator.On this Wednesday rhe 28th of September,at 7.30 p.m. in The Hill,,they will provide the opportunity for people who are already trained,to refresh their skills,and welcome anybody that would like to avail of training.
P.T.A.A.
A P.T.A.A. meeting will take place on Wednesday the 5th of October,at 8.30 p.m. in The Hill.
OCTOBER STATIONS
The October Station Masses start on Monday October the 3rd at 8,00 p.m. in Andrew and Laura Donlon's,,Derryglosh/Derryshannogue. Anyone who would like a Station Mass in their house,please contact Father Kenny at 043 33 252112.
SYMPATHY
We extend our deepest sympathy to Carmel Donlon,Derryhaun on the death of her father recently .May his Soul Rest in Peace.
DRAMA A.G.M.
The Newtowncashel Drama AGM ,takes place on Monday the 3rd of October at 8.30 pm in 'The Hill'. New members welcome. See you all then!
Sett Dancing Classes
Classes commenced on Tuesday 20th September in St. Failtheachs GAA club house at 8pm.
Classes are suitable for beginners and you dont need a partner.
Come along and get fit while having fun.
For more info , please contact Mairead on 0868546433
Sean Nos Dancing Classes
Classes for children commenced on Tuesday 20th September at 4.15 pm in The Hill in Newtowncashel.
Under 6 years –4.30—5.00
6—9 years 5.00-
9—12 years 5.30-
A teenage class can be arranged should there be a demand for it.
Classes are for boys and girls.
For further information or to book a place
Contact Mairead 0868546433
ART CLASSES
Art classes in Ballymahon are to re-
TOURISM WITH BUSINESS CERTIFICATE
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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-
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.
WALKING GROUP
The Walking Group continues on Saturday mornings leaving The Hill at 10.00 a.m. All are welcome.
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-
MUSIC CLASSES
Newtownforbes Longford CCÉ are taking expressions of interest for beginner and improver traditional music classes. Any adults or children interested should contact us on 0878507726 or newtownforbeslongfordcce@eircom.net
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