Ballycastle >Local News
20th January '16

                                                      An AED Defibrillator is located in Ballycastle Community Hall

                                                      In the event of a person collapsing and becoming unresponsive:

                                                      1. Call 999 (landline) or 112 (mobile)

                                                      2. Call local Defibrillator Responder on

                                                         A) 086-257-6771 or B) 086-257-6772

                                                      3. Start CPR immediately while awaiting responder and emergency                                                              service.

Molly Madden R.I.P.

The death occurred on Saturday 16th January of Molly Madden (nee Keane) Seaview, Ballycastle and late of Glenurla, Ballycastle. Aged 109, Molly was Ireland 's oldest citizen and the oldest Irish citizen in the world. She was born in Caherlistrane, Co. Galway in 1906 before moving to Kilfian with her family when she was aged seven. She had been married to her husband Pat for 65 years before he passed away. She had 20 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.

Sympathy is extended to her sons Noel, P. J. and Seán, daughter Mary, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, relatives and friends. May she rest in peace .

Kathleen Morrin R.I.P.

Sympathy is extended to Pauline Busby, Glenurla on the death of her sister Kathleen Morrin, (nee O'Horo), in England .   May she rest in peace.

Thomas Gallagher R.I.P.

Sympathy is extended to the family, relatives and friends of Thomas (Tom) Gallagher, Gurteen, Ballina and formerly of Keerglen, Ballycastle who died recently.    May he rest in peace.

Lotto Jackpot now €13,500

No's drawn on 18th January were: 2. 3. 5. 6. No Jackpot winner.

Next draw in Healys.

Five Envelopes drawn:

Phil Tomas, Ballycastle (x 2)

Martina Maughan, Cappagh

Ciarán Kenny, Main Street

Martin Walsh, Annaghmore

Tickets can be purchased at: John Burkes, Healy's Bar, Post Office, Katie Macs and Craft Shop.

 

Bingo

Bingo in the Community Hall on Monday 25th January at 8.30p.m. Guaranteed Jackpot of €300.

 

Golf Society

All Ballycastle members next outing is to Enniscrone Golf Course again, but this time we will be playing the main course. Date of outing is 30th January. 1st tee is booked for 10.30 so please be there for 10am.

For more information, contact David Alexander on 0877965080.  Visitors and new members welcome.

 

Cycling Club

Turbo training classes for beginners Thursdays at 8pm in Ballycastle Hall. All welcome to come, it's a great way to get fit and great fun. Ring 0863225128 for more details.

 

Club and Cycling Ireland Membership is now due and should be given to Cara Finnerty.

Anyone hoping to go on the Club weekend away to cycle the Tour de Connemara in Clifden on May 28th contact Mairtin Flannery, Noel Kelly or Peter Regan.

 

G.A.A.

50/50 Draw:

Winner of this week's GAA 50/50 Draw was Agatha Whelan who won €262.

Athletic Club

Ballycastle Athletic Club training on Saturday mornings at 10am at the football pitch –junior and senior infants meet at the Community Hall.

Membership for 2016 now due, registration will take place on Saturday January 23rd & 30th before and after training.  New members welcome.

For current news on club events please be sure to check out our  Facebook page - Ballycastle AC Mayo.

 

Irish music classes

Children's Irish music classes start back in the old barracks, on Friday 22nd January from 5.30 to 7pm (beginners from 5pm). Contact 086-3016691 .

Adult Irish music classes starting in Community Centre, Killala on Thursday 21st January 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Contact 086-3016691

Line Dancing

Line dancing classes starting in Community Centre, Killala on Thursday 21st January 9pm to 10.30pm. Contact 086-3016691 .

 

Irish dancing classes

Irish dancing classes resumed last week in St John's Hall. Beginners class 6.30-7.30pm, Advanced class 7.30-8.30pm.  Newcomers welcome. Contact 089494435/0860687342

 

Gymnasium

Opening times for the Gymnasium in Ballycastle Community Hall are:

Monday – Friday 9.00a.m. – 1.00p.m. and 5.00p.m. – 9.00p.m.

Saturday 10.00a.m. – 1.30p.m.

Prices: €5 per visit, €20 per month, €50 for 3 months or €120 per year.

 

Craft Shop

Craft Shop is located in the Resource Centre, Upper Main Street stocking goods by local craftworkers e.g. knitwear, crochet, handmade cards, wooden bowls, cushions, cot quilts, etc.

Ballycastle souvenir items e.g. candles, fridge magnets, keyrings, bookmarks, biros, teabag holders, St. Brigid's Crosses, Mayo Crystal and a range of other items.

 

Other Facilities available :

Tourist Information, Photocopying, Laminating, Typing.

 

Opening Hours:

Monday – Friday 10.00a.m. – 5.00p.m. (closed for lunch 1 – 2.00p.m.)

Community Hall

Monday : Bingo at 8.30p.m.

Tuesday: Indoor Soccer 5.30p.m. – 6.30p.m. for children aged 8 – 10years

Basketball for ages 10 – 14 from 6.30 – 7.30p.m.

Ladies basketball at 8.00p.m.

Thursday: Men & Ladies basketball at 8.00p.m.

For all Hall bookings, contact Breda at 089-4607901

 

Church Notices

Lent begins this year on 10th February. Easter Sunday falls on 27th March.

 

First Holy Communion Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 15th May.

 

Mass Times:

Weekdays at 10.00a.m. (unless otherwise stated)

Saturday Vigil: 8.15p.m.

Sunday: 11.30a.m.

 

Masses this week:

Monday 12noon: Funeral Mass for Molly Madden RIP

Tuesday 7.00p.m.: Annie Hopkins (Anniversary)

Wednesday: Holy Souls

Thursday: Holy Souls

Friday : Holy Souls

Saturday Vigil 8.15p.m.: Anthony Walsh (Anniversary)

Sunday 11.30a.m.: Frank, Margaret & Mary Ann Scanlon

 

Eucharist Ministers:

Saturday Vigil: Tommy Carey

Sunday: Margaret Burke

 

Readers:

Saturday Vigil: Mary Walsh

Sunday: John Busby

 

Servers:

Saturday Vigil: Rebecca Maguire, Erin Flannery

Sunday: Jamie Timlin, Eoin McDonnell

 

 

 

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