Community & GAA Notes

LOTTO

Lotto Results 23rd May. Numbers drawn - 15, 19, 25. No Jackpot winner. €30 each to Jimmy Dunne, Catherine Langton, Donal McDonald, Yvonne Mosely, Michael Dreeling. Thanks to all for your support.

SUPPORTERS CLUB

Kilkenny GAA Supporters Club. For anyone wishing to join or pay their membership renewal please contact Martin Nolan of Clara at 0862343254. Thanks for the support.

PILTOWN DRAW

Hurlers co-op member draw tickets (Piltown tickets) are now available from Executive, Camogie and LGFA committee members, senior hurlers and camogie players or contact Dermot Nolan 0879206998. This is an important fundraiser for our club and your support is appreciated. First draw takes place on June 13th.

COUNTY Well done to backroom sta Conor Phelan and John Murphy and the Kilkenny senior hurlers who have qualified for a Leinster final tilt at Galway even by losing an enthralling battle with Wexford on Sunday.

SENIORS LOSE

Clara senior hurlers lost out to Dicksboro at home last Friday evening in the Senior/ Intermediate league. On a beautiful summer evening two very understrength teams served up a nice game but the Boro availed of more of their chances to run out deserving 3-19 to 2-16 winners. They strung together two four points in a row sequences in the first half which helped them to a 1-12 to 1-6 interval lead. The Clara goal had come from the stick of Paul Cody and in truth had come somewhat against the run of play.

A Paul Cody point from play and two Dara Glynn frees at the start of the second half gave Clara some hope of a recovery but the Boro soon silenced their ambitions with the next three scores themselves. Two of these were goals from Mark Nolan who was completing his hat trick of goals. Clara briefly rallied again with a Chris Bolger goal and two points from Dara Glynn and Joe Connolly but another point from Paul Cody a er 18 minutes proved to be their last score from play in the match. Dicksboro just comfortably kept them at arm’s length for the rest of the proceedings and ran out easy enough winners.

Team - Jason Barcoe, Ben Crow, Paddy Ryan, Brandon Ryan. Harry Boyle, Conor Cody, Jim Kehoe. Liam Ryan 0-1, Martin O Connell 0-1. Joe Connolly 0-1, Paul Cody 1-2, Peter Nolan. Dara Glynn 0-8, 0-7f. 0-1x 65, Killian Phelan, Chris Bolger 1-2. Subs Alan Coleman, Sean Carrigan. ROINN A CHAMPIONS

St. Colman’s NS bridged a 15 year gap on Sunday in Gowran when they overcame Bunscoil McAuley Rice of Callan in the Roinn A Camogie schools final. The team delivered the perfect team performance on the day and the result was never in doubt once Elizabeth Cooke and Ali McDonald scored a goal each in the first two minutes. Callan tried hard but found the Clara defence in defiant mood. Stella Langton, Lucy Kealy and Ella Tierney were leech like in their marking while Kate Mulrooney and captain Olivia Power cleared ball a er ball. Olivia also managed to surge forward for a fantastic goal having lost and regained possession during a long solo run. Almost every time Clara goaled Callan tried to retaliate strongly but Eva Cody Dreeling was in inspired form between the Clara posts and made at least three miraculous saves to thwart the Callan girls. Hal ime was reached with Clara 5-0 to 0-2 ahead.

The superior Clara physical strength continued to tell in the second half and Ali McDonald and Amelia Ryan kept firing balls into their attack. These chances were snapped up by the likes of Katie Murphy and Emily Phelan who added goals to the earlier one scored by Ellis Beatty. Katelyn Shortall was a bundle of energy in this sector too and substitute Claragh Roche added a goal with her first touch. With the result beyond doubt Clara showed o their strong panel with every sub coming on and playing their part. To Callan’s credit they scored heavily down the stretch but Clara ran out winners on a remarkable 10-1 to 2-5 scoreline. Callan had top performers in Maeve Moran, Isabelle Norris, Molly Dunne and Rachel Kennedy but most of the big displays on the day came from the Clara girls. Huge credit is due to the management team of Claire Phelan, Aoife Glynn, Richie Mulrooney and Paddy Deegan who had the girls in maroon primed to deliver their best display on the biggest day. Aoife provided a link with the last Clara team to claim this title as she was a fourth class panellist back in 2008.

Captain Olivia Power gave a very accomplished speech and accepted the cup on behalf of a delighted Clara panel.

Team - Eva Cody Dreeling, Stella Langton, Lucy Kealy, Ella Tierney,

Olivia Power 1-1, 0-1 x 45, Ali McDonald 2-0, Amelia Ryan, Kate Mulrooney, Emily Phelan 2-0, Katelyn Shortall, Katie Murphy 2-0, Elizabeth Cooke 1-0, Ellis Beatty 1-0. Subs Claragh Roche 1-0, Brea Carroll, Laura Beatty, Kayleigh Watkin, Shona Brennan, Amy Breen, Aisling Whelan, Sophie Callery, Orlaith Carroll, Aine Bowden Mullen, Rose Kennedy.

CLUB LOTTO

There was no winner of club lotto dated May 23. Numbers drawn were 5, 7, 15, 19 Bonus 17. Play now at www.oloughlingaels.com/lotto

Promotors Draw. 1. Tanya Cody c/o Mary Cody. 2. Clare Breslin c/o M Doran. 3. Mary Bryan c/o JJ Cullen. 4. Aidan O’Dwyer c/o Ann Cullen.

5. Neil Loy. 6. Tasha Webster c/o Paddy Greene. 7. Molly Bán c/o Gerry Buckley. 8. James Kavanagh c/o online. 9. Andy O’Kee e c/o Online. 10. Michael Henebry c/o Online. Thank you for your continued support. THE DOC HANGS HIS BOOTS

On Saturday morning last club members, family, friends and O icial Kilkenny GAA o icers, club o icers, local politicians, ex club and county players and former chairpersons gathered in O’Loughlin Gaels Clubhouse to pay tribute to one of O’Loughlin Gaels’ best. See Feature in sports section.

ITS JOHNS PARK OR NOWHERE ON SATURDAY.

On Saturday next, June 3rd, UPMC Nowlan Park will host the Senior Football Championship match between Kildare and Dublin. This will be a great occasion and one O’Loughlin Gaels GAA club will be ready for. Parking, clubhouse facilities and a big Kilkenny welcome for all visiting supporters. The grounds are easily accessible just o the motorway link road and situated directly opposite Nowlan Park. It’s ideal so tell your friends travelling.

GOWRAN PARK

The next race meetings takes place on Monday 5th June at 2.05pm. Complimentary Shuttle Bus service will leave from Kilkenny City Centre (just above the gates of Kilkenny Castle) one hour before the first race.

MOLLY’S TRIFT SHOP

Open Saturdays from 10a.m -3p.m at Dalton House, 100% of proceeds go towards supporting the elderly in the parish. Come in and have a browse or leave a donation. Everything helps.

HALL NEWS

Following the change back of the hall to the parish at the end of the lease, a number of the directors agreed to act as the Parish Hall (Community Centre) Committee under the direction of Fr Pat Dalton. Following an insurance doubt the practice of serving teas in the hall a er funerals had ceased. While there is insurance cover under the parish policy for such activity, Allianz Insurance insists that for e ective insurance cover, refreshments must be served under Health and Hygiene regulations.

Responsibility for the provision of food is central to this which is very pertinent in the case of a claim of food poisoning. The parish carries the ultimate responsibility so on a funeral day it would be necessary for a responsible person to be there to oversee arrangements.

The Community Centre Committee with Fr. Dalton have had several meetings discussing ways to proceed. At a recent meeting the following options were agreed.

1. The Community Hall is available for refreshments a er funerals with a recognised caterer being hired by the bereaved family to cater for the food and its service.

2. The hall could be available for refreshments a er funerals where the sandwiches are made and delivered by one who has a food licence for sandwich making and packing.

For this to work the Community Hall committee would need to have a person in charge on the day to oversee that all the regulations in relation to health and hygiene were being adhered to. Discussion are on-going in relation to this matter and if anyone is interested in helping out in this regard they can contact the following persons:- Ann Marie Mahon 086 3732338 or Paula Nolan 087 2222122.

Church News

MASS

Weekday masses this week, Thursday morning 10.30am.

GATHERING GROUP

A large group attended in Billy’s Tearooms last Wednesday for a ernoon tea. A scrumptious selection of various savouries and confections were enjoyed.

LOTTO

No winner of Jackpot last week. Numbers, 1, 6, 11, 25. Jackpot now €7,450.00. Consolation Prizes, Kay Cody, Stroan, Sheila Kinsella, Ballyreddin, BB Syndicate, Rosie c/o Fr Duggan, Ronan Lynch, c/o O’Mahony’s.

SCHOOL CAMOGIE

Bennettsbridge School Camogie team won the County final on 22nd May beating Danesfort. At half time the team had a comfortable lead of 4 goals. In the second half the girls fought hard and extended the lead further. The ‘Bridge girls ran out comfortable winners at the finish. Player of the match was Katie Mulcahy. A er the match players and mentors had a meal in Amber Restaurant, sponsored by PJ Cullen. PJ presented the girls with their medals. Thanks went to Centra for sponsorship and to Amber Restaurant for looking a er the team so well.

Team: Lucy Maher, Alice Nelson, Lily Mai Meighan, Alannah Drea, Lily Dooley, Katie Mulcahy(Capt), Leah Croke, Kayla Wall(Capt), Amy Hughes, Ava Walsh, Isabel Nelson, Holly Meighan, Issy Brennan, Grace Dooley, Mary Cash, Saoirse Dooley, Lucy Fitzgerald, Leah Farrell.

SYMPATHY

Sympathy is extended to the Mahon family, Blackwell on the death of Frankie Mahon, Melbourne, Australia and formerly of Blackwell, Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny.

Frank died on 21st May 2023 in Melbourne. He is survived by his wife, Helen, daughter, Amy and son, Patrick. He is also mourned by his siblings, Tom, Anne, Eamonn, Jim, Noeleen, Teresa, Leo, Paul and Oliver. Frank will be greatly missed by his wife and children, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. Frank’s Requiem Ceremony and burial takes place in Melbourne, Australia this week.

INTER COUNTY HURLING

Bennettsbridge was represented in Wexford Park last Sunday by David Blanchfield who played wing back in the defeat to Wexford.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL FINAL

Our junior football team lost out to St Patrick’s in the county final in Nowlan Park last Saturday evening. Two early goals conceded were the di erence in the end as the ‘Bridge lost out on a score line of 2-9 to 13 points. Hard luck to all the lads and management team who had a good year in winning the league and just falling short in the championship.

BENNETTSBRIDGE GAA

SCRAP METAL COLLECTION

Many thanks to all who contributed to Bennettsbridge GAA recent scrap metal collection which had a very good response. Please contact Leo 086-8861906 or Tim 086-3441652 if anyone has more scrap to donate and they will arrange collection.

CLUB HURLING

The junior E team play Erin’s Own at home next Monday evening at 7.30.

Underage Games. Our under 13 team play Clara at home this Friday at 7 pm. The 13 a side under 13 team lost out to Gowran by two points in the league. They play Paulstown at home this Saturday at 10.30. Our school team had a great win over Tullogher to qualify for the county semi-final.

MEMBERSHIP 2023

Membership for 2023 is now being collected by registrar Samantha McGarry or any committee member. Membership remains the same as last year. 120 for adult players, 80 for student players and 40 euro for non-playing members. Early payment would be most appreciated as the bills for 2023 are now due.

GOLF CLASSIC 2023

The 2023 golf classic will take place in Gowran Park on June 9th this year. All support welcome in the form of teams or in sponsorship. Many thanks for the support.

HURLERS CO-OP DRAW

Hurlers Co-op draw tickets are now on sale through all committee members. Prizes to the value of 125,000 are on o er including three cars and two holidays. The first of 5 draws will take place on June 13th. Tickets cost 50 euro and half of all tickets sold is returned to the club.

SPLIT THE POT

The next draw takes place today at 6 pm in the clubhouse. Envelopes are available around the village. If you want to play online with club force please see the clubs Facebook page for details. Thanks again for the continued support.

GAA

A busy week was head by St. Patrick’s GAA. It was great to have the club return to football action this year and the large numbers who committed had a good league performance, and championship to see them reach the junior county semi final on Wednesday night against Galmoy in Freshford where they booked their county final place against Bennettsbridge on a scoreline of 5-8 to 1-3.

The final was played on Saturday evening in Nowlan Park in front of a large Ballyragget support. The game started o with Bennettsbridge opening the scoring in the first minute. The game was a competitive game with both teams putting in a strong performance throughout it was in the 9th minute that St. Patrick’s broke ahead with a pass from Eamon (Ned) Glennon to Dillion Lawless who put it securely in the back of the net. On the kickout the ball was once again won by St Patrick’s and in similar style to mere seconds before Eamon passed to Dillion for his second goal in less than a minute. The Bennettsbridge side made a strong come back and the first half ended on a scoreline of Bennettsbridge 0-10 to St Patrick’s 2-3.

The second half was once again a great game of football with both teams very much in the frame right to the end, it was a great relief to the St Patrick’s side when the whistle blew in the 62nd minute and with the ball in Geo Morrissey’s hands they were on the winning side on a scoreline of 2-9 to 0-13. In his speech captain Barry Staunton dedicated the win to Eoin Bergin who the team carry with them always.

Team JJ O’ Sullivan, Kevin Kelly, Geo Morrissey, Dermot Brophy, Paul Ryan, Geo Brennan, Mark Staunton, Barry Staunton, Bill Staunton, Sean Brennan, Eamon Glennon, Jack Morrissey, Dillion Lawless, Conor Foley, Robbie Healy, Substitution Donal Brennan for Sean Brennan. Team management JJ O Sullivan, Kieran Delaney, Ger Staunton, Brendan Dooley, Paddy Cahill.

Phelan/Stone M&A Coaches tournament 2023 took place under great weather

Thank you goes to every team that took part in our tournament this year. To all our stewards and umpires who were vital in the smooth running of the whole weekend and for the safety of all those who were coming and going over the two days thank you.

Thank you to Aisling Farrell (Stone) Michael Dowling (M&A coaches) and Michael Dooley (Phelan) representing their respective families for presenting the medals. To all who donated either some goods for the kitchen or donated their time towards the hospitality provided over the weekend.

Thanks to those who provided the catering both days- we really appreciate your time and e ort and we were thrilled to have you there and to Donal Brennan for arranging it for us. A big thank you to the referees who don’t have an easy job and it was two very long days and a lot of matches so we are delighted to have you there and for doing such a wonderful job.

Thanks to Pat Farrell who as always does such a good job capturing a special weekend. Thank you to the volunteers who keep the pitch and grounds so well. Congratulations to our three champions for this year- O Loughlin Gaels(C) Graigue Ballycallan (B) and TynaghAbbey/ Duniry(A) of Galway.

TIDY TOWNS

Tidy Towns: the work continues this year with painting and weeding on the Kilkenny road being completed. Many thanks to everyone for their continued work and support. Flower boxes of remembrance are still available if you wish to book one.

CAMOGIE

Naomh Brid Camogie played against Conahy in the junior Camogie and were narrowly defeated in a close contest. The under 12 girls were victorious over The Harps in Cullahill on Saturday morning.

FAMILY FIELD FESTIVAL

A Family Field Festival will be held on June 25th at 1pm in the sports field on the Rathdowney Road. Lots of exciting things going on to suit all ages, music, cra stalls, food trucks, sports, games, funfair and more. In conjunction with the festival there will be a Dog Show at 2pm .Registration in the field from 12.30pm. €5 first dog and €2 extra dog. All classes, big, toy, gun, best dressed, dog you would like to take home and more.

NUTRITION CLUB

As from May 30th, the Nutrition Club will be held in St. Mary’s Hall, due to St. Kieran’s Hall being closed for renovations.

PARISH FETE AND DOG SHOW

Kilcooley Fertagh group of parishes are holding a Parish Fete and dog show in Kilcooley Church Grounds on Sunday June 11th from 1pm. Attractions include Bottle Stall, BBQ, Cake and Plant stalls, vintage clothing, Ra le Teas/Co ee. Entries for the dog show from 1 to 2pm with judging at 2pm. €5 for first dog and €2 for extra. Usual classes to be judged.

MRS MARY MACKEY (NEE HANRAHAN), DONOUGHMORE

JOHNSTOWN

Sympathy to the Mackey Family on the death of their mother Mary, who died peacefully, in her 92nd year, at the Sacred Heart Nursing Home, Crosspatrick recently. Predeceased by her son Jimi, husbands Jimmy Bowe and Paddy Mackey, brothers Joe, Matty and Sean, sons in law Eoghan Power and Michael O’Donnell. She will be greatly missed by her children Katherine, Marie, Patsy, John, Ann, Sadie and Geraldine, daughter in law Hilda, sons in law Gay, Eamon and Alex, grandchildren Sarah, Niamh, Laura, Roisin, Niall, Cian, James, Ted, Evie, Lily and Sean, nieces, nephews, relations and friends. Burial was in Johnstown Cemetery a er Requiem Mass in St. Kieran’s Church.

SPA UNITED AFC

The season ended at the weekend with both U12 boys squads in cup final action. Unfortunately for both, it wasn’t to be on their big day, as both lost out in two thrilling games. First up was the white squad whose game went all the way to penalties a er a 1-1 draw a er extra time. Harry Cooke was the scorer in normal time but the penalties didn’t go the boy’s way. The red squad le nothing in defeat on the pitch a er an enthralling cup final against Bridge Utd. where they lost out 2-0. The full list of results..U12 plate semi final Bridge United 1 Spa

2. U12 plate final Spa 1 Stoneyford 1 (Stoneyford won on penalties

3-2), U12 cup semi final Spa 1 Freebooters 0, U12 cup final Spa 0

Bridge 2, U13 cup semi final Evergreen 3 Spa 1.

SPA DEVELOPMENT/FENIANS LOTTO

Lotto numbers drawn 11,12,16,21 two match threes Mary Henderson and Nora Sweeney.

EUCHARIST ADORATION

Glengoole Wednesday 11am to 2pm, Gortnahoe Thursday 11am to 1pm

MASS TIMES

Parish Pastoral Combination Weekend Mass Times - St. Patrick and Oliver Church Glengoole - Saturday 6pm, Sacred Heart Church

Gortnahoe - Sunday 10.30am.Cathedral of the Assumption ThurlesSaturday 7pm, Sunday 9am & 11am. StJosephs and St. Brigid, Bohernanave - Sunday 10am & 7pm, St. Peter in Chains Church MoycarkeySaturday 6.30pm, St. James Church Two Mile Borris - Sunday 10.30am and Our Lady, St. Kevins Church Littleton - Sunday 12 noon, St. Marys Church Moyne - Saturday 7.30pm, Sacred Heart Church Templetuohy - Sunday 11am

CHURCH COLLECTION

The annual collection for the Education of Priests was taken up last weekend. The Parish council would also like to thank parishioners for their weekly envelope collection for the support of each Church.

VOCATIONS

2023 is the year for vocations to the priesthood. Leaflets are le in the church and anyone interested in having a chat or would like to find out more information, please contact Fr. Joe Walsh of the Thurles parish.

GLENGOOLE DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Please complete the survey of needs for the Glengoole area which is taking place over this week. All are welcome to Glengoole development meeting next Tuesday the 6th June at 7.30pm in Glengoole Hall.

GORTNAHOE PLAYSCHOOL

The o icial opening of the extension to Gortnahoe Community Hall incorporating the new playschool took place last Friday 26th May. There was a great crowd to see the new development and were very impressed with it. We’d like to thank Fr. Joe Walsh for blessing the building. We would like to thank the Hall Committee, playschool sta , parents and children and anyone else associated with the opening.

TUESDAY BRIDGE

Bridge is being played each Tuesday night in Gortnahoe Hall at 7.30pm. If you would like to join or find out more information please contact this number 089 4349106

GORTNAHOE BINGO

Bingo continues this Saturday night at 7.00pm with doors opening from 6.00pm and will continue each Saturday night at the same time. Over €2,660 in prize money on o er including a special €500 game. We look forward to the many visitors and family members home with their family, it will be a great nights entertainment for all.

SPLIT THE POT

Congratulations to last weekend’s winner, Fionnuala Doheny from Freshford, who won €339 in the Split the Pot draw. Envelopes are available at the usual outlets. Split the Pot for the month of June will be in support of the Camogie Club. The draw takes place each Sunday at 12pm in Gortnahoe Hall. Your support would be appreciated

RUBBISH COLLECTION

It was great to see individuals and groups picking up rubbish on the side of the road throughout our parish over the last few weeks.

The Tidy Towns inspections are taking place at the moment and it is hoped that groups in every village work together to impress the judges. It would be great if people would volunteer to pick up rubbish in their own area to keep our parish tidy. We would appeal to motorists to refrain from throwing litter out of cars as plastic items, etc, can be harmful to the environment and does nothing for the beauty of our countryside

JAMES CLEARY RIP

The death has occurred of James (Jimmy) Cleary, Heywood Terrace, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Ballinastick, Coalbrook, Thurles on Thursday the 25th May. Predeceased by his brother Paddy and sister Sr. Agnes (Kitty). Deeply regretted by his brothers Tommy (Coventry) and Richie (Curraheendu ), sisters-in-law Margaret and May, nieces, nephews, relatives and his friends and the sta at Heywood Terrace. James reposed at his niece Alison Blackmore’s residence last Sunday evening. Removal took place on Monday morning to St’s Patrick and Oliver Church, Glengoole for Funeral Mass, followed by burial in adjoining Cemetery. May James rest in peace.

HURLING

The junior E hurlers played host to Piltown on Sunday evening last in Jenkinstown in their latest game in the JJ Kavanagh & Sons Junior E League. A er a slow start, Conahy fought back well late in the first half to level the scores at 0-9 apiece. Two early second half goals saw Conahy take the lead, but Piltown soon responded with two of their own to level the scores again. Piltown finished the stronger in the final quarter, and eventually won out by 2-18 to 2-13.

Hard luck also to Tom Phelan who was part of the Kilkenny senior team that was defeated by Wexford in the Leinster Senior Championship in Chadwicks Wexford Park on Sunday last.

CAMOGIE Conahy Camogie Club were represented by Róisín Phelan, Ellen Gunner and Emma Mulhall as well as Danielle Morrissey as part of the backroom team on the Kilkenny Intermediate camogie panel who defeated Dublin in the All-Ireland Intermediate Championship on Saturday last.

GAA SUMMER CAMP

Conahy Shamrocks GAA Club Bórd na nÓg will once again host a ‘Future Stars’ Summer Camp this year. It will take place in the Polo Grounds, Jenkinstown from Tuesday 1st August to Thursday 3rd August (inclusive). The Camps is open to Boys and Girls between the ages of five and twelve and will take place on each of the three days from 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. (with a lunch break from 12.00 p.m. until 12.45 p.m. Detailed and quality coaching will be given to all participants and Kilkenny Inter-County Players will contribute to the coaching, subject to their availability. Registration can be done online via the GAA club website – www.conahyshamrocks.gaa.ie .

GRAVEYARD MASSES

The annual Graveyard Mass for Conahy Cemetery will take place on this Sunday, June 4th at 11.30 a.m., while the Kilmacar Cemetery Mass will take place on Thursday next, June 8th at 7.30 p.m.

CLUB LOTTO

The numbers drawn in the Conahy Shamrocks GAA Club Lotto were 28, 33 and 42. There was no jackpot winner so the consolation prize winners were Thomas Walsh, Helena Comerford, Christy and Marie Kennedy, Jake Dooley and Julie Jackman. The promoters’ prize winners were Shay Healy, Kay Phelan and Nora Delaney.

LOTTTO RESULTS Results for 22/05/23. Numbers drawn were 5; 10; 12; 21. Lucky Dip winners were Mairead Bannon, Danny Butler and Suzanne O’Brien. Sellers’ prizes went to Martin McGrath and Ann Young. Next week’s jackpot will be €13,600 and will take place on 29th May at 9pm.

COFFEE MORNING THANKS

The Murphy Family, Ballydunne, would like to thank everyone who supported the Annual Co ee morning, Cake sale and Ra le in Aid of Carlow Kilkenny Homecare Team on Sunday 7th May in Ballycallan Community Hall. The sum of €2175.00 was raised. A big thank you to all who baked, donated ra le prizes and enjoyed the cuppa on the day, and purchased some of the beautiful home baking. Thanks to Ballycallan Community Hall for the use of the hall and to Paul for having it all laid out, to Siobhan for her posters and printing of tickets and to the many people who helped on the day. Once again, the family appreciate all your support towards this very worthy cause.

CHURCH JUBILEE

On June 22nd, we will hold a special Mass to celebrate the golden jubilee of Kilmanagh Church. Bishop Niall Coll will be the celebrant. The Mass will be followed by refreshments and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.

Anyone wishing to submit news items, events, announcements etc. can do so by email only to elanigan18@gmail.com. If you have any photos that you would like included, please send as an attachment.

CLUB LOTTO

Dicksboro GAA Club LOTTO Results 25th May. Nos: 2 13 14 27.

Jackpot: €9650 Not Won

Draw Prizes. €50: Kieran Boyle c/o Online. €25 each Top Gun Tommy c/o T Hackett €25 each Belinda Mockler c/o Online. €25 each Pat Comerford T & J

Knox c/o online

Hurlers Co Op Ciaran Hoyne c/o Ann Morrissey. Promotors prize Declan Gough

MASS TIMES

Aghaviller Parish. Hugginstown: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 9.30a.m.

Vigil - Saturday 3rd. at 8.00p.m. Sunday 4th. at 10.00a.m. Stoneyford.

Wednesday and Friday at 7.00p.m. Vigil - Saturday 3rd. at 6.30p.m

Saturday 3rd. Feast of St. Kevin.

Friday 2nd. First Friday. Home Visitation with Holy Communion will take place as usual on Friday. Please let us know if you would like to receive Holy Communion in your home on First Fridays or at any other time..

Cemetery Mass. Mass in Calvary Cemetery on Friday 2nd. June at 8.00p.m.;

As the Cemetery Masses are about to take place we would appreciate if families could attend to their family graves before these Masses are celebrated.

Pray For. Helen Cleere, Templetouhy. Fr. Frank O’Gara, O.Carm. Dublin. Anniversary Mass. Jim Doran, Stoneyford. Mass in Stoneyford Church on Saturday 3rd. June at 6.30p.m.

Months Mind Mass: Kitty McBride, Monroe, Mass in Hugginstown Church on Saturday 3rd. June at 8.00p.m.

ROTA

Rota for week-end 3rd. and 4th. June 2023. (Feast of the Most Holy Trinity)

Readers, Stoneyford, Saturday 6.30p.m. Catherine Roche. Hugginstown: Saturday 8.00p.m. John Barron, Sunday 10.00a.m. Mary Carroll.

Eucharistic Ministers, Stoneyford, Saturday 6.30p.m. Natalia Smolen. Hugginstown: Saturday 8.00p.m. Mary Murphy, Sunday 10.00a.m. Kay Power.

AFTER SCHOOLFACILITY

A kind, enthusiastic, patient, reliable person wanted to work in, or run, an A er School Facility in Newmarket School from 1.30p.m. to 5.00 p.m. from Monday to Friday on school days. For further information please call 056 776 8919

CEMETERY MASSES

Cemetery Masses arranged for 2023: Mass in Kilcasey Cemetery on Friday 16th. June at 8.00p.m. Mass in Hugginstown Cemetery on Saturday 1st. July at 8.00p.m. Mass in Stoneyford Cemetery on Friday 7th. July at 8.00p.m.

GOLDEN JUBILEE

Mass of Thanksgiving, (Golden Jubilee). The members of the Parish Pastoral Council would like to let you know that Fr. Liam will celebrate the Golden Jubilee of his Ordination to the Priesthood on June 10th. There will be a Con-Celebration Mass in Hugginstown Church on that evening at 7:30pm. We welcome Bishop Niall Coll, to celebrate Mass with us on his first visit to the Parish. Mass will be followed by a social evening with refreshments in the Community Centre, Hugginstown. Everyone is invited. No Mass in Stoneyford at 6.30p.m. or in Hugginstown at 8.00p.m. on 10th June.

NEWMARKET SCHOOL

O icial Opening and Blessing of the new classrooms will take place in the school on Thursday 8th. June at 7.00p.m. Mass will be celebrated in the school and all are very welcome to attend.

PADRE PIO NATIONAL PILGRIMAGE

Pilgrimage to Holy Cross Abbey, Thurles on this Sunday 28th. May. Ceremonies will begin at 1.30p.m. If interested in travelling please contact, Kay Power 086 168 7073 or Lily Burke 056 776 8008

LOTTO

Lotto: Aghaviller Parish and Carrickshock G. A. A. Draw: Monday 22nd. May 2023 Numbers: 27; 12; 20; 08. No Winner First 3 Numbers

Drawn. No Jackpot Winner:

5 x €30.00. Winners, Martin Treacy, Knocktopher, Liz O’Connor, Cork, Angela and Sadie Barron, Romansvalley, L. P. J. c/o James Irish; Michael Walsh, Rathdu 3 x €15.00 (Sellers), Eilish Rohan, James Irish, Tommy Murphy..

ALONE

“Alone” is a national organisation that enables older people to age at home across Kilkenny. Our work is for all older people and aims to improve their wellbeing. We have a National network of sta and volunteers who provide Support Coordination, Practical Supports, Befriending, a variety of Phone Services, Social Prescribing, Housing with Support and Assistive Technology. We use individualised support plans, to address health, financial benefits and supports, social care, housing, transport and other arising needs using technology and harness other services. We use personalised support plans, provide a point of contact for access to health, social care, housing, transport and other arising needs. If you or an Older Person you know needs help of any kind please contact “Alone” on 0818 222 024, lines open 7 days a week; 8.00am to 8.00p.m. or email: hello@alone.ie or contact Liz Nolan, (Support Coordinator) Mobile Number: 086 108 6504.

ST KIERAN’S HOME FOR THE ELDERLY

Applications are invited for tenancy of one-bedroom accommodation at St Kieran’s Place. Application forms are available from the Mill Family Resource Centre. Completed application forms should be returned to the Mill Family Resource Centre no later than Friday 9th June 2023

L.T.I PATHWAY TO EMPLOYMENT COURSE QQI LEVEL 4

There are still some placements available on our L.T.I. Programme which is due to start in May. If interested, please call the Resource Centre on 056-88-38466 or call into us here at the o ice.

COUNSELLING SERVICES

Our low cost Counselling Services, includes One-to-One, Family & Teens, aged 12 plus.

General Counselling: Bereavement, Stress, Anxiety & Depression. Other Counselling Services available: Drug, Substance & Gambling Addictions. Play therapy is now also available. Please contact Sue for more information or to make an appointment.

DEFIBRILLATOR

Please note that there is a defibrillator located in the Mill Family Resource Centre if and when it may be required.

SENIOR ALERT

If you need to apply for a Personal Alarm, please contact Sue or Josephine.

APPEAL FOR CLOTHES DONATIONS

Any further clothes donations would be greatly appreciated in aid of our counselling services. Donations can be le into the Centre, please call before dropping o

CONTACT NUMBER

Contact number for the Centre 056-8838466