Ballycastle >Local News
2nd July '14

                                                      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

Spirit of Place

Official ceremony to unveil the Spirit of Place installation ‘The Crossing' on Downpatrick Head will take place on Friday next 4th July at 6.00p.m. Please note there is no parking at the site but there will be a park and ride facility from the Shambles for those wishing to attend. This will be followed by a Barbeque and traditional music in the Shambles from 7.30p.m. onwards.

This ‘Spirit of Place' will be one of the ‘key points' on the Wild Atlantic Way route.

Golf Society

Results from outing to Connemara :

1st : Noel Maughan 30pts

2nd : David Alexander 28pts

3rd : Vincent Tomas 27pts

4th : Michael Winters 25pts

Nearest the pin: n/a

Longest drive: Peter Regan

Donkey prize: David Finnerty

 

Next outing is to Ballina Golf Course on 25/07/2014

1st: tee is at 10.00am so please be there for 9.30a.m. 

Contact Michael Winters on 0872290145 for more information.

 

I would like, on behalf of Ballycastle society members, to say a big thank you to Seamus Redington on behalf of Archers and also David Lynn, Killala through David Alexander for the lovely prizes they donated on the day. 

 

Ballycastle Coastal Challenge

Congratulations to all who took part in the 10k and 6k Coastal Challenge on Saturday last.

Winners of the 10k were:

Men

1st: Brendan McDonnell

2nd: Paul O'Connor

3rd: Seán McHale

Women

1st: Claire O'Boyle

2nd: Caroline McLoughlin

3rd: Caroline Nealon

 

Death

Sympathy is extended to the family, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends of Breege Healy, (nee Douglas), Nothingham and late of Main Street , Ballycastle who died recently (sister of Molly McGarry, Marty (Dublin) and the late Gerry, Vinny, Paddy and Michael).

May she rest in peace.

 

Water Safety

Water Safety Classes commencing at Lacken Pier on Monday 21st July at 2.00p.m. for beginners, all swims, safety, rescue and survival. Enrolment at Lacken Pier on Sunday 13th July from 2.00 - 4.00p.m. All enquiries to Anne at 096-43180 (after 6p.m.)

 

Giro de Baile an Chaisil

Hope the Training is going well for the Giro de Baile on August 3rd. Just a reminder - if you don't feel up to the cycle on the day you are more than welcome to come and help as a Marshall on the day.  Contact Noel, Máirtín, Cara or any club members. Find us on facebook.

‘Whenever I see an adult on a bicycle, I have hope for the human race'. ~ H.G. Wells

 

Lotto

No's drawn on 28th June were: 4. 8. 18. 25. No Jackpot winner. Jackpot now stands at €5,400. Next draw in Katie Macs.

Five Envelopes drawn:

Richard Bonner, Seaview

Anne & Joe Greene, Ballycastle

Mary O'Donnell, The Glen

Sarah Healy, Seaview Place

Nuala Clarke, Ballycastle

 

Voice of Ballycastle

Best of Luck to the 12 Acts who will participate in the Voice of Ballycastle, running for the next 4 weeks with the Final on the 2nd August at Healyfest. You can now vote for your favourite act by going online to www.ballycastlegaa.com and following the instructions.

The 12 Contestants are: Michael Kelly, Kevin Tomas, Ray Tighe, The Gardiner Sisters, Miriam Walsh, Siobhán and Seán Murphy, Erin Langan, Catherine Scott, Brian Healy, Concreta, Coultry Girls, Bob O'Neill.

 

Fair Day

Anyone interested in having a stall at the Fair Day on August 4th please phone 087-1365194 or 086-3571231 to book. Limited spaces. No Charge.

 

School Reunion

Stella Maris School Reunion will take place on Friday 8th August in Hotel Ballina. Mass at 6.00p.m. in St. Bridget's Church, Ballycastle followed by Dinner Dance in Hotel Ballina at 8.00p.m. Enquiries to Katherine on 096-43229.

 

Art Exhibition

Women's Art Group Annual Art Exhibition remains open Monday – Friday 10.00a.m. – 5.00p.m. in the Resource Centre Gallery, Ballycastle.

Join us on Facebook (Ballycastle Art Group)

 

Living Health

Come join in the fun with a small group of people (adults only), men and women, once a week for an hour to walk, jog or run and start getting the energy and vitality back into your life. Meet 7.30p.m. every Tuesday at the Resource Centre, Ballycastle. For more details call 087-9145551.

 

Cycling Club

If you are interested in getting fit, seeing the beautiful North Mayo countryside and making some new friends, then why not join Baile an Chaisil Cycling Club (Ballycastle Cycling Club). We cycle at a pace that suits everyone.
Find us on Facebook or call 0876563249 or 0863225128

 

Music Classes

Music classes on Fridays from 5pm to 6.30pm.

For further information contact Maria 086 3016691.

 

Book Club

Book Club meet the last Thursday of every month at 9.00p.m. Contact Mary at 086-8095536.

 

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, 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.)

 

Library

Library is located in the VEC Building (former Secondary School) and is open on Wednesdays from 9.30a.m. – 4.00p.m.

Community Hall

Monday : Bingo at 8.30p.m.

Tuesday: Ladies Basketball at 8.00p.m.

Thursday : Basketball for girls & boys 8 – 10yrs from 5.30p.m. – 6.30p.m. and for girls & boys 10yrs and over from 6.30p.m. – 7.30p.m. €2 per child.

Adult Basketball at 8.00p.m. Contact Barry at 096-43863.

 

Anyone wishing to book the Hall for meetings or activities, contact Breda McNulty at 089-4607901

 

Church Notices

Mass Times:

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

Saturday Vigil: 8.15p.m.

Sunday: 11.30a.m.

 

Masses this week:

Monday: Breege Healy, (nee Doughlas), Nottingham

Tuesday 7.00p.m. : Pete McDonnell, Behy

Tuesday 8.00p.m.: Martin Heffernan (1 st Anniversary)

Wednesday: Julia & Michael Connor, Ballycastle, Celia & Anthony Kearney, Crott

Thursday 11.00a.m.: Vinnie Healy (Anniversary)

Friday 7.30p.m.: Johnny & Tom Scott and Deceased Family

Saturday Vigil 8.15p.m .: Johnny Gilmartin

Sunday 11.30a.m.: Jim McDonnell (Anniversary)

 

Eucharist Ministers:

Saturday: Eileen Grier

Sunday 11.30a.m.: Margaret Burke

 

Readers:

Saturday: Caroline Nealon

Sunday 11.30a.m.: John Busby

 

Servers:

Saturday Vigil: To be arranged

Sunday : To be arranged

 

Adoration: (Tuesday)

6.30p.m.: Rita Langan, Marcella O'Grady

7.00p.m.: Margaret Walsh, Mary Timlin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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