Our deepest sympathies are extended to the O’Neill family Russagh, Rathowen and late of Killsallagh, Edgeworthstown at the sad passing of Sean O’Neill, who passed away peacefully at his home in England with his loving wife and family by his side, Predeceased by his parents Thomas & Rose and his brother Billy, sisters Kathleen, Betty and Maggie.
Sean will be sadly missed by his wife Kitty, sons Melvin, Paul, Shane and Thomas, daughters-in-law and grandchildren. His sister Rosie and Nannie, nephews, nieces, family and a wide circle of friends. For those of you who would like to leave a personal message please see the condolence section of R.I.P May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Congratulations and well done to the 6TH Class pupil of St Fintans National schools Lismacaffrey who graduated this week. The very best of luck as they begin a new and exciting chapter in your lives.
Congratulations and well done to Lismacaffrey N.S who won their under 10’s B final against Kileen on Tuesday last. They played tremendous football not just on Tuesday but over the last number of weeks. They have done themselves, and families, extremely proud by representing their school and community. A Special word of thanks to the coaches David O’Hara and Tom Joe Reilly for the dedication and support shown to them over the weeks.
It really is heartwarming to see people coming from a wide area to attend our Social Dancing night in The Parish Park. Next Friday night we have Paul Leavy performing. Paul is one of the most talented artists in country music and never fails to put on a brilliant night of entertainment. So why not come out and support your Parish Park and enjoy a real night of live music. free supper, raffle, door prizes and lots more all for only €10
We ask everyone to be vigilant and take steps to protect their property. Keep a lookout in your area for anyone loitering around and check in on vulnerable neighbours Don’t make it easy for the would-be thief and report suspicious activity to Gardai immediately. Mullingar 044 9384000
The Parish Park Vintage Committee are busy getting ready and putting the final preparations together for this year’s vintage show, which takes place this Sunday, June 26 th This year’s music is by legendary country music star Johnny Brady supported by the first lady of country music Olivia Douglas. The jiving competition will start from 3 Pm. This year we will have a bonny baby competition which is expected to be a great attraction. The usual mouse race as always brings great fun along with the many other events throughout the day.
Acclaimed magic man Pat Fallon who is internationally renowned will perform his mind-blowing magic show every hour so be sure not to miss the event, Streete Vintage show is renowned as one of the best family days out in the midlands and one not to be missed. The committees ask that you help us to spread the great news far and near as all proceeds from the event go to maintaining our community centre.
We would be very grateful to anyone in the local area who can offer an hour or so to help out through the day with the car parking, vehicle registration and any job big or small you may have done over the years. contact James on 086 3125876 or Kevin on 087 1375222 if you think of something that will make our day memorable for everyone.
Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 6th June 2022 Numbers Drawn: 16, 21, 28, 30 No Jackpot Winners. Four Lucky Dip Winners Weronika Golonka, Mullingar (Online) Shaunagh Keary, Streete (Online) Streete Active Age Group, and Seamus Reilly, Lismacaffrey. Thanks for your continued support. Our next lotto draw will take place on Monday 20th June 2022 Jackpot of €4250.
This week Streete/Rathowen
On Sunday 12 June 2022 Marian Carty led the Ramblers on a walk at Lough Rynn. The loop walk was based on the old estate and passed some of the many cut-stone gate lodges and cottages including a large restored lime kiln, church and beautiful cottage at Farnaught. There was shelter from a couple of showers as the route followed roads through several wooded areas coloured by the rhododendrons in full bloom.
Unfortunately there were also signs of die-back in many ash trees. Thank you to Marian for leading such an interesting and informative walk. There will be no Ramblers walk on Sunday 26 June 2022 as Streete Parish Park's Annual Vintage Show is returning this year after missing two years due to the Covid pandemic. The Ramblers wish the Show Committee all the best and trust the show will be as successful as ever. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to this year's Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
are extended to the Duggan family late of Kilmore and Mullingar. At the sad passing of Joe Duggan, who passed away peacefully at his home with his loving wife and family by his side, Loving husband of Margaret and dear father of Lisa, Alexander and Anthony; Joe will be sadly missed by his wife and family, his adored grandchildren daughter-in-law Charlene, and son-in-law John.
His sisters Mary and Jodie, brothers Michael, Brendan, Martin, John, Damien and Oliver and a wide circle of relatives, neighbours and many friends. Joe is predeceased by his parents Joe and Lily, his twin brother Tommy and nephew Andrew. Joe was laid to rest in Ballyglass Cemetery Mullingar. For those of you who were unable to attend you can leave a personal message in the “condolences” section of R.I.P May his gentle soul rest in peace.
We ask everyone to be vigilant and take steps to protect their property. Keep a lookout in your area for anyone loitering around and check in on vulnerable neighbours. Don’t make it easy for the would-be thief and report suspicious activity to Gardaí immediately. Mullingar 044 9384000
The Parish Park Vintage Committee are busy getting ready for this year’s vintage show which takes place on Sunday, June 26th This year’s Jiving competition will start from 3 Pm with music by legendary country music star Johnny Brady supported by the first lady of country music Olivia Douglas. Streete Vintage show is renowned as one of the best family days out in the midlands and one not to be missed. The committees ask that you help us to spread the great news far and near as all proceeds from the event go to maintaining our community centre.
We are also holding open meetings from now until our show to give people the opportunity to have their say and offer help before and after the show. Please come along on Tuesday night at 8.30 for a friendly chat or contact James on 086 3125876 or Kevin on 087 1375222 if you think of something that will make our day memorable for everyone.
Are expressed to the Dunne family in Australia and closer to home on the sad passing of our dear friend John Dunne, John passed away peacefully, at home in his 90th year. Predeceased by his sisters Maeve and Angela. H will be sadly missed by his sisters Eithne and Joan, Brothers Richard, Ambrose and Tom, Aunts Chris and Ann, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins, relatives, and a country-wide gathering of friends and good neighbours.
John brought friendship and support into our community; he will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all. For those of you who were unable to attend you can leave a personal message in the “condolences” section of R.I.P May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 6th June 2022 Numbers Drawn: 16, 21, 28, 30 No Jackpot Winners. Four Lucky Dip Winners Weronika Golonka, Mullingar (Online) Shaunagh Keary, Streete (Online) Streete Active Age Group, and Seamus Reilly, Lismacaffrey. Thanks for your continued support. Our next lotto draw will take place on Monday 20th June 2022 Jackpot of €4250
We wish Lismacaffrey NS the very best of luck as they go forward to compete in the B Final in the Granard tournament this coming Tuesday, 14th June at 7 pm in Granard GAA Club.
The club would like to congratulate the following club members, who will represent Longford at the NARGC All Ireland shoot in July. Hugh O'Hara, Barry Webb, Tommy Denning and Patrick Owens will be part of the 12-man team. Pat Denning and Willie Campbell in the veteran competition. Last but by no means least; Liam Campbell will compete in the Trainee licence competition.
Best of luck to all. Summer League continues each Thursday at 7 pm sharp. Membership fees are now due and must be paid on or before July 25 to club Treasurer Hugh O'Hara. The club would like to offer its sincere sympathy to the family and friends of former club member John Dunne Streete. Also to the Duggan family Mullingar and formerly Kilmore Streete on the recent death of Joseph (Joe) Duggan Mullingar. May they both rest in peace.
This coming Sunday is Mass of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 Pm. every Sunday Rathowen at 10 am. Mass this week Tuesday, 14th June Boherquill 9.30 Am. Rathowen Wednesday, 15th June 9.30 am Rathowen Thursday, 16th June 9.30 am. Adoration 10 to 10.30 am Friday, 17th June, Boherquill 8 pm. Adoration 7 to 8 pm.
Eucharist Ministers for June: Saturday 18th Louise Tiernan. Reader: Ber Fagan.
Blessing of the graves: Boherquill, Saturday, 18th June Mass in the graveyard at 8 pm followed by the blessing of graves beside the church and then Coolamber and Streete.
Blessing of the graves in Rathaspic on Saturday, June 25th Prayers at 7 pm followed by the blessing of graves in Russagh at 7.45 pm
Rosary continues: Rathowen, every Tuesday at 7 pm and Boherquill every Thursday at 7 pm
Pilgrimage to Medjourgie: Flying from Knock to Mostar Airport. 7 nights, flights,accommodation, breakfast and dinner, transfers. €735from 12th to 19th October. Limited availability, contactJeremiah Nally on 087 4309096
Pro-life Rally: A Bus will be travelling to Dublin on Saturday, July 2nd for anyone who wants to take part in the rally, it is extremely important that we continue to work towards restoring a culture of life in our country. If you would like to book a seat. Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542.
The Legion of Mary: Edgeworthstown invites new members. The Legion meets every Thursday at noon in the Parish Centre, Edgeworthstown. The centre is at the back of Quinns Hardware store.
Men’s Prayer Group: It was wonderful to see so many men coming together to pray and enjoy refreshments afterwards. We meet each Monday in the church in Boherquill at 8 pm. New participants are always most welcome to join us and receive the support of other men in their prayer and personal life.
Sunday 5 June 2022 was part of a Bank Holiday weekend so a smaller than usual group of Ramblers met in Glasson for their Sunday walk. The early part of the walk was uphill but in compensation, there were fine views of the countryside towards Lough Ree. Further on the narrow road was bordered by banks of rhododendron in full flower with glimpses of uncut bog covered in white bog cotton. Towards the end of the loop walk, the bog had been cut, and there were large areas of machine-cut turf sods left out to dry.
Watertown House was another point of interest as the group passed between the ruins of the house and the stables near the end of the walk back in Glasson. The Ramblers will visit Longford Town for a canal walk on Sunday 19 June 2022. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet in Longford at 2pm in the car park behind the Dealz shop on Market Square. If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to this year's Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
Deepest sympathies: are extended to the Dunleavy family, Formally the Shop, Coole. at the sad passing of John Tommy Dunleavy, New York. Predeceased by his Parents. His sisters Eithne, Catherine and grandson Addison. He is survived by his wife Maureen, daughters, Catherine and Patricia, His sisters Maureen Smith Nottingham, England, Patsy Dunleavy, Castlepollard and Brother Mel Dunleavy and wife Colette, Coole. Nephews, grandchildren and great-granddaughter and many extended family members in Ireland. England and the USA. Tommy was best known as Chairman and chief organiser of one of the biggest parades in the world the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in New York. Tommy never forgot his roots and was a frequent visitor to his home parishes of Coole and Streete over the years. A true gentleman in every sense of the word who became close personal friends with honorary “Irish people from every corner of the globe. Tommy was laid to rest in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, New York. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
School Enrolment 2023: 6th class students and their parents are invited to Cnoc Mhuire's Open night on Nov 10th at 7pm sharp. Parents and prospective students can view the facilities and speak to teachers. School Prospectuses with the application & enrolment forms have been distributed to all 6th class students in our feeder schools. Completed Application and Enrolment forms can be submitted on the night. Enrolment opens on Nov 7th and closes on Dec 1st. Further details can be found on our school website.
Congratulations: and well done to C J Tighe and Multyfarnham GAA on winning the U17 county championship recently. I’m told CJ is an Aspiring young footballer with a great future. CJ is son of Cathal and Denies Tighe, Corralanna. We wish him every success in his future.
Bingo Every Monday Night 8.30: Bingo is back in the hall every Monday night; we are still finding our way with the new Hybrid bingo system. This new blend of online bingo and hall bingo makes the game more accessible for all who enjoy playing the wonderful game. Covid provided many challenges for everyone and like many, we were forced to adapt and provide a solution that was accessible and easy to use for all our loyal supporters. To be fair to everyone the committee decided to introduce online bingo at the start of the Covid lockdown. To do this the Main jackpot was frozen and will remain so until we are satisfied that we can continue or not with both online and hall bingo, Jackpot number 2 has supported the online bingo throughout Covid, and we will continue to use this prize money in smaller jackpot prizes as we have been doing throughout the past two plus years or until it is won or runs out. We're proud to say that we were able to do this, and people could play the wonderful game of bingo from the comfort and safety of their own homes. The parish Park Committee prides itself on transparency, fairness and goodwill of its volunteers and we will continue to do so. We appreciate everyone who has supported us over the years and especially throughout the Pandemic. We hope to continue Bingo online and in the hall every Monday night. But as we have already emphasised if the demand for online drops off, we may consider coming offline as the costs are quite high. Anyone wishing to purchase books for online can do so in the usual way or pick up at the parish park on Fridays as you have been doing; So please spread the word we are back. If you have any queries or would like to discuss our Bingo, prize money or jackpots we are always willing to chat and find new ways to improve the wonderful game. Please call James 086 3125876 Stephen 087 6449500 or Kevin 087 1375222
LOTTO & BINGO: We ask that you support our Lotto envelopes and our bingo. If you can sell a few envelopes to family and friends not alone, are you supporting our community centre, but you are also in with a chance to win almost €5000 in our fortnightly draw. Why not take a chance and buy an annual Lotto envelope as a Christmas present for someone. Show them how much you care, annual lotto envelopes only €50 and entered the lucky dip draw for €25 fortnightly. Please return to the letterbox in the Centre door. It is locked and safe. Results every 2 weeks.
Walking Track Membership: It's that time of year again. The Committee would like to thank everyone who paid for membership for the past number of years and would like to remind you that your membership is now due for renewal in January. New member application forms can be found in the entrance hall of the Parish Park or by calling into the office upstairs Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 10 am until 1.30 pm. Single membership is €20, and a family is €30. We also remind you this would make a great Christmas present to someone. Gift vouchers are available from the office. please ask any of the Committee or call Kevin 087 1375222. All cheques made payable to Streete Parish Park.
Table Quiz: In aid of Kilasonna National school Parents association will take place in the Crossroads Inn Lisryan on Friday, November 18th at 9 pm All welcome.
Active Retirement Trip: Our next outing will be to the Abby Theater in January. The trip is still in planning but will be exciting and entertaining as always. More shortly. Call Kevin 087 1375222 or Mary 087 0695148 ASAP to book your place.
Fairy Light Tractor Run: There were great scenes of excitement in Streete Parish Park last December when our first Fairy light Tractor Road Run took place. The convoy of around 80 Tractors set off from Streete Parish Park around 6 p.m., the participants followed a speed-controlled management vehicle which set the pace along the well-organised 10 Km route before the incredible sight made its way back to Streete Parish Park. The run was a fantastic success. We hope to do a run this year again on Wednesday, December 28th for more Call Declan on 086 8123514 or Kevin on 087 1375222
The Streete Bowls Club: New members are very welcome to join the club and we would encourage you to come to the Streete Complex on Tuesday nights at 8 o'clock for a great night of fun. Instructions for newcomers are given by experienced club members, all are welcome.
Lotto: Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 24th October 2022 Numbers Drawn: 8, 20, 28, 30 No Jackpot Winners 4 Lucky Dip Winners. Agnes Moore, online. Lousie Tiernan, Streete, online. Margaret Tighe, Streete. And Ollie Boylan, Legan. Thanks for your support. Next Draw takes place on Monday 7th November Jackpot €4750 Results next week.
Badminton: Several people have shown an interest and we will be in touch asap. You are welcome to join even from the wider area and all fitness levels are welcome. 087 1375222
Church Notes: Masses & Adoration this week Streete/Rathowen: This coming Sunday is the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary time. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 Pm. every Sunday in Rathowen at 10 am. Mass this week Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30 Am. Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Am Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday Boherquill 8 pm. Adoration 7 – 8pm.
Mass intentions: Please remember in your prayers the souls of Joe and Annie Devine, Lismacaffrey. whose anniversary mass was last week. This Saturday, Anniversary mass for the soul of Raymond Murphy, Lisryan.
November: November, is a time for remembering and praying for our loved ones who have gone before us and whose loss we feel. It is a time when we are particularly conscious of those in our parishes who are grieving and all those families who have lost loved ones in the past year. More than most years, this November will be especially poignant as we remember all those who have died during the COVID-19 pandemic. A book of remembrance is open in both churches, you are invited to write the name of family and friends who will be remembered in all masses during the month.
For Mass bookings: or any other enquiries. Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542.
New Pastoral Committee: A new Pastoral committee has been formed and I ask you to please welcome Avril Whittney, Breda Smith, Michael Savage, Jerimiah Nally and Ber Fagan, a 3rd person will be added in the next week. Pastoral committee will incorporate the parishes of Rathowen and Boherquill. again, I would like to thank the present outgoing committee for the many years of dedicated loyalty and hard work and welcome the new united committee which will serve both parishes. For more contact Fr Pierre.
Rosary continues: Rathowen, every Tuesday at 7 pm and Boherquill every Thursday at 7
Men’s Prayer Group: Every Monday in the church in Boherquill at 8 pm. New participants are always most welcome to join us and receive the support of other men in their prayers and personal life. Please note: A Day of reflection will take place in the friary Multyfarnham on Saturday 10th December from 10 until 5 Pm, among the guest speakers are all Ireland managers Micky Heart and Seamus Hickey.
Blessing of homes: If anyone would like to have their home and family or car blessed, Please contact Fr Pierre on 087 6960542.
NOTES: If you would like to remind us of an upcoming event or would like to have something mentioned in the Streete and District notes, please email kbrady1964@gmail.com or call Kevin 087 1375222 before 5 pm Friday at the latest and remember folks if you don’t tell me I can’t tell them.
Our deepest sympathies are extended to Meave Tighe and family Russagh, Rathowen at the sad passing of her dear mother Kathleen, nee Purcell, Crumlin, Dublin. Kathleen passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family. beloved wife of the late Donal (Don), Kathleen will be greatly missed by her loving son, John and daughters, Gráinne, Fidelma, Emer, Eitne, Caitlín, Sinéad and Maeve and her much-loved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Her extended family and a wide circle of friends. For those of you who were unable to attend you can leave a personal message in the “condolences” section of R.I.P May her gentle soul rest in peace.
The Parish Park Committee would like to express their condolences to Peter Burke TD whose father Peter passed away recently. May he rest in peace.
The Parish Park Vintage Committee are busy getting ready for this year’s vintage show which takes place on Sunday June 26 th This year’s Jiving competition will start from 3 Pm with music by legendary country music star Johnny Brady supported by the first lady of country music Olivia Douglas. Streete Vintage show is renowned as one of the best family days out in the midlands and one not to be missed. The committees ask you help us to spread the great news far and near as all proceeds from the event go to maintaining our community centre.
We are also holding open meetings from now until our show to give people the opportunity to have their say and offer help before and after the show. Please come along on Tuesday night at 8.30 for a friendly chat or contact James on 086 3125876 or Kevin on 087 1375222 if you think of something that will make our day memorable for everyone.
Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 23rd May 2022 Numbers Drawn 1, 7, 17, 29 No Jackpot Winners 4 Lucky Dip winners of €25 each. Emily Lloyd (Online) Sheila Mulleady (Online) John Parker, Streete and Sean O' Neill, Rathowen. Our next lotto draw will take place on Monday 6th of June. Jackpot, €4200. Thanks for your continued support.
This coming Sunday is mass of the most Holy Trinity. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 Pm. every Sunday Rathowen at 10am. Mass this week Tuesday, 7 th June Boherquill 9.30 Am. Friday, 10 th June, Boherquill 8 pm. Adoration 7 – 8pm.
Deepest sympathies are extended to Brian Cann Correally and family at the sad passing of his
mother Kathleen Cann, Channel Islands and late off Blackrock Dublin. Kathleen's funeral took
place recently in the UK. On behalf of the Parish Park Committee, staff and local community, we
offer our condolences. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Your local Community Alert is being collected at the moment and will continue over the coming weeks. Over 80 per cent of homeowners in our community have contributed to this valuable service and we welcome new subscribers. Your €10 goes towards the text alerts to your mobile, new signage and supporting the senior alert along with other services. Please Note. All who have not contributed since 2019 despite all efforts by our volunteers will no longer receive text alerts from June 1 st.
We would like to thank all who have made their payment and contributed to making our community a happier and safer place to live. Please pay your €10 subscription into our Bank of Ireland account using the details below:
OR Pay into the Parish Park Letterbox, remembering to put your:
Full Name and Eircode, along with 2 mobile numbers you can be contacted on.
You will receive a text message from our Treasurer confirming your payment. On behalf of Streete Watch committee, we thank you.
Our show will take place on June 26th We ask you o spread the great news far and near we are also holding open meetings from now until our show to give people the opportunity to have their say and offer help before and after the show. Please come along on Wednesday 24th at 8.30pm for a friendly chat or contact James on 086 3125876 or Kevin on 087 1375222 if you think of something that will make our day memorable for everyone.
I am delighted to report that Streete Parish Park will be the venue for the official launch of the Community Marking machine. I have been working on this project with Westmeath County Council for several years and am delighted that Streete Watch Community Alert group have been chosen to launch the machine. The Garda Crime Prevention Officer will be on hand to answer any questions and our trained volunteers will demonstrate how the machine works.
This is another project which has been overseen by Westmeath County Council PPN and the Joint Policing Committee, in response to an identified need to find ways to prevent crime, especially theft in rural communities. The machine stamps the owner’s Eircode into the item. Warning stickers and local signage are used to draw the thief’s attention to the fact that items are marked n the area to deter thieves from targeting property in the area.
It also makes it very simple to reunite a person with their property if the Gardai recover stolen goods, as the Eircode immediately links that item to where it came from. Items such as farm equipment, garage and garden tools, power tools, computers and electrical equipment, golf clubs, musical instruments bicycles, and much more can be marked.
For more information call Kevin at 087 137522 or Paula at 087 9680739
Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 9th May 2022 Numbers Drawn: 2, 4, 6, 14
Our next Lotto Draw will take place on Monday 23rd May. The jackpot will be €4150 Thank you for
your continued support.
Please remembers in your prayers Joe Tiernan whose month's mind mass was last week. Mass intentions this week:
Janet Butler and her team would like to thank everyone who took the time to drop in to make a donation to the Irish Cancer Society on daffodil day, which was held in St James’s Church in Streete recently. Her volunteer support group made everyone welcome with a nice cup of tea and as always some beautiful home-baked nice things on the day. Everyone has been touched by cancer at some time and sadly we have all lost loved one's Neighbours and friends. Thankfully your generosity and the €1093 raised will greatly help in the progress in the fight to save lives.
Our Deepest sympathies are expressed to Seamus Moran and Lily, Kilmore and also the extended Moran family Legan on the sudden passing of Seamus's brother John, suddenly on Friday 6 th May. John is predeceased by his beloved wife Linda and by his father Jimmy. He will be sadly missed and remembered by his family, daughters Cathriona and Joeann, sons James and Kevin, mother Kate-ann, sister Valerie, brothers Seamus and Martin, Cathriona’s partner Andrew, James’ partner Kirsten, Kevin’s partner Morgane, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, niece, nephew, relatives and wide circle of friends. For those of you who were unable to attend you can leave a personal message in the “condolences” section of R.I.P May his gentle soul rest in peace.
are extended to Teresa and Kit Cox Bardenstown, Rathowen and the entire Cox family at the sad passing of their brother Jim Cox, Mullingar. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
The newly elected committee are settling into their new roles and taking every effort to be inclusive transparent and focused on the year ahead. We gratefully applaud and thank the outgoing members for their valued time and commitment over the many years of dedicated service to the parish park and the community. We would like to expand the committee and offer new positions to members of the community who can spare a little time.
This would be a great opportunity for anyone who is in college studying management or looking to add to the list of skills on their CV or would simply like to become more involved in the community. We are currently sourcing funding to offer free business skills and committee role training to anyone who will commit over the coming year. Please call Kevin at 087 1375222 for more information. Vintage Show: Our annual vintage show will take place on Sunday, June 26 th We ask that you help us by telling all your friends.
On stage this year is Country legend, Johnny Brady and his band supported by Olivia Douglas. Dance and Jive competition on the day. All the usual entertainment with lots of interesting things for all the family to enjoy. As usual, your help and support is needed on the day Please contact James 086 3125876 or Kevin 087 1375222.
Your local Community Alert is being collected at the moment and will continue over the coming weeks. Over 80 per cent of homeowners in our community have contributed to this valuable service and we welcome new subscribers. Your €10 goes towards the text alerts to your mobile, new signage and supporting the senior alert along with other services. Please Note. All who have not contributed since 2019 despite all efforts by our volunteers will no longer receive text alerts from June 1st.
We would like to thank all who have made their payment and contributed to making our community a happier and safer place to live. Please pay your €10 subscription into our Bank of Ireland account.
OR
Pay into the Parish Park Letterbox, remembering to put your: NAME and Eircode with your 2 mobile numbers of contact. You will receive a text message from our Treasurer confirming your payment. On behalf of Streete Watch committee, we thank you.
I am delighted to report that Streete Parish Park will be the venue for the official launch of the Community Property Marking machine. I have been working on this project with Westmeath County Council PPN for several years and am delighted the machine has now been purchased, volunteers have been trained and that Streete Watch Community Alert group has been kindly chosen to launch the machine.
The Garda Crime Prevention Officer will be on hand to answer any questions and our trained volunteers will demonstrate how the machine works. This is another project which has been overseen by Westmeath County Council PPN and the Joint Policing Committee, in response to an identified need to find ways to prevent crime, especially theft in rural communities.
The machine stamps the owner’s Eircode into the item. Warning stickers and local signage are then used to draw the would-be thief’s attention to the fact that items are marked n the area. This type of machine has been used in other counties and has proved a great success in stopping thieves from targeting property. Gardai have noticed a huge reduction in stolen property in these areas.
It also makes it easier for gardai to reunite a person with their property if Gardai recover stolen goods, as the Eircode immediately links that item to where it came from. Items such as farm equipment, garage and garden tools, power tools, computers and electrical equipment, golf clubs, musical instruments bicycles, and much more can be marked. For more information call Kevin at 087 137522 or Paula at 087 9680739
Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 9th May 2022 Numbers Drawn: 2, 4, 6, 14 No Jackpot Winners Four Lucky Dip Winners of €25 each. Pauline Nulty, Legan (Online) Mary
Leonard, Dublin (Online) Philomena Parker, Streete and Streete Parish Park Vintage Club. Our
Next Lotto Draw will take place on Monday 23rd May. The jackpot will be €4150 Thank you for
your continued support.
This coming Sunday is the 6th Sunday of Easter. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 Pm. Every Sunday Rathowen at 10am.
St James Church Notes, Streete, Morning Service will be held in Streete, Sunday 18th at 10.30 Am. Carols and evening family service will take place on December 18th at 4 pm in St Johns Church Edgeworthstown. The School Carol Service will take place in St Johns Church Edgeworthstown at 1 Pm all welcome. We remind you the annual Christmas lantern walk will take place on December 19th at 5 pm from St John’s Church Longford, through the Mall and Main St and conclude at the car park at the Methodist Church, Where we will sing carols and enjoy a friendly chat with some warm refreshment. Please bring your own Lantern. Everyone is invited and it would be lovely to see the community coming together at this special time of year. Please support.
Deepest sympathies: are extended to the Boyce family Lismacaffrey and the McIntyre family Granard on the passing of Dorrie McIntyre, nee O Connor Dorrie will be sadly missed by her loving husband Eamonn, son Edmund, daughters Jennifer, Anne-Marie and Lisa, extended family neighbours and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Community Alert: Gardaí ask you to be highly vigilant at this present time of year and keep an eye out for any suspicious vehicles around the area. They also ask you to think twice before buying Christmas log candles from callers, these logs are unstable and can tip over easily with a lighted candle, which may cause harm or start a fire. Please be aware and think about safety first. Please save these numbers to your phone. Garda; Castlepollard 044 9661112 Mullingar 044 938 4000 or Granard 043 668 7660 Garda Patrol car 086 8582974
Bingo Every Monday Night 8.30: Bingo is back in the hall every Monday night; We will announce our Christmas bingo specials soon. The new Hybrid bingo system is working out well and the response has been very positive all round, We have reintroduced the lucky number and free book draw on Monday nights and hope to make some more welcome changes in the new year. This new blend of online bingo and hall bingo makes the game more accessible for all who enjoy playing the wonderful game. So please spread the word we are back. And remember the more people play and support us the better the prize money gets. If you have any queries or would like to discuss our Bingo, prize money or jackpots we are always willing to chat and find new ways to improve the wonderful game. Please call James 086 3125876 Stephen 087 6449500 or Kevin 087 1375222
LOTTO & BINGO: We ask that you support our Lotto envelopes and our bingo. If you can sell a few envelopes to family and friends not alone, are you supporting our community centre, but you are also in with a chance to win almost €5000 in our fortnightly draw. Why not take a chance and buy an annual Lotto envelope as a Christmas present for someone. Show them how much you care, annual lotto envelopes are only €50 and entered the lucky dip draw for €25 fortnightly. Please return to the letterbox in the Centre door. It is locked and safe. Results every 2 weeks.
Walking Track Membership: It's that time of year again. The Committee would like to thank everyone who paid for membership for the past number of years and would like to remind you that your membership is now due for renewal in January. New member application forms can be found in the entrance hall of the Parish Park or by calling into the office upstairs Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 10 am until 1.30 pm. Single membership is €20, and a family is €30. We also remind you this would make a great Christmas present to someone. Gift vouchers are available from the office. please ask any of the Committee or call Kevin 087 1375222. All cheques made payable to Streete Parish Park.
Active Retirement Meeting: A great turnout at our monthly meeting, held last Wednesday. this was the last meeting of the year and we chatted about the great adventures we had over the months. Several members are also going to the age-friendly event in Mullingar this week, we hope they enjoy the outing. We would like to thank Deirdre and Eilish who came along and gave a demonstration on pickleball. A huge interest was shown and we hope to have some morning sessions in the new year, anyone interested please make contact, Pickleball is a great exercise and requires no expertise to play. Our planned trip to the Abby Theater in January has had a great response. The play we are going to see is called the WEIR which won the Best New Play at its premiere night, so please, Call Kevin 087 1375222 or Mary 087 0695148 ASAP to book your place.
Fairy Light Tractor Run: The convoy will set off from Streete Parish Park around 6 p.m. participants will follow a speed-controlled management vehicle which set the pace along the well-organised 10 Km route before the incredible sight will make its way back to Streete Parish Park. The run was a fantastic success last year. Please spread the word Wednesday, December 28th for more Call Declan on 086 8123514 or Kevin on 087 1375222
The Streete Bowls Club: The Christmas Doubles competition has reached the semi-finals. The following couples will play off this week. Seamus Moran and Kevin Sheedy versus Micheál Fleming and Bill Bennett, Jimmy Kelly and Andy Boyle versus Micheál Gillen and Paul Flood. The members of the Bowls club would like to extend their heartfelt sympathy to the Keary and Tully families on the recent death of Bridie Walsh nee Keary. May she rest in peace. Join us on Tuesday nights in the Sports complex Streete for a great night's fun. New and lapsed members are very welcome to join the club. Bowls is a relaxing sport anyone can play, regardless of age or ability, we welcome interested people to come and watch the game at Streete Parish Park on Tuesday nights at 8 o'clock. Instructions for newcomers are given by experienced club members, all are welcome.
Lotto: Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 5th December 2022 Numbers Drawn: 17, 19, 24, 26 No Jackpot Winners Four Lucky Dip Winners of €25 each Callaghan Family, Coolnagun Seamus Reilly, Lismacaffrey Sandra Moloney Online Joe McGowan, Bundoran Online Next Draw will take place on Monday 19/12/22 Jackpot €4900 Thank you for your continued support.
Badminton: I would like to thank all who responded with interest in Badminton I will fix a date for a meeting soon. You are welcome to join even from the wider area and all fitness levels are welcome. 087 1375222
Church Notes: Masses & Adoration this week Streete/Rathowen: This coming Sunday is the fourth Sunday in the Advent calendar. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 Pm. every Sunday in Rathowen at 10 am. Mass this week Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30 Am. Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Am Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday Boherquill 8 pm. Adoration 7 – 8 pm. This Thursday, the feast of the immaculate conception a Holy day of obligation mass for the day Wednesday Boherquill at 8 Pm and Rathowen Thursday10 am,
Mass intentions: Please remember in your prayers the souls of Mary O’Sullivan, Streete, whose anniversary mass was last week. This Saturday. Anniversary mass for the soul of Michael Noonan, Coolnagun and DFM of the Noonan and McCormack Family.
For Mass bookings: or any other enquiries. Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542.
Confessions: will be heard on December Tuesday 20t hin Rathowen on at 7 pm and Boherquill at 8 Pm.
Christmas Mass Times: Christmas Eve Boherquill at 6.30 Pm and Christmas Morning Rathowen at 10 am.
Weekly Offertory Collection Enveloplops: New boxes of offertory envelopes are currently being prepared and ready for collection in both churches. It is hoped every home in the parish will offer some weekly contributions to support the necessary repairs and upkeep of both churches in Rathowen and Boherquill. A sincere word of thanks to all who continue to support and help out throughout the year. Should any house be overlooked with envelopes please contact a Pastoral Council Member or Fr, Pierre on 087 6960542
Rosary continues: Rathowen, every Tuesday at 7 pm and Boherquill every Thursday at 7 Pm.
Men’s Prayer Group: Every Monday in the church in Boherquill at 8 pm. New participants are always most welcome to join us and receive the support of other men in their prayers and personal life. Please note: We had an extraordinarily great response to the men's retreat and day of reflection which will take place in the friary Multyfarnham on Saturday 10th December. Over 40 men ranging in age from 16 to 80 signed up. We hope to run more retreat days in the new year along with a retreat day for women. I ask you to pray for good intentions for friends and family over the festive season.
Blessing of homes: If anyone would like to have their home and family or car blessed, Please contact Fr Pierre on 087 6960542.
NOTES: If you would like to remind us of an upcoming event or would like to have something mentioned in the Streete and District notes, please email kbrady1964@gmail.com or call Kevin 087 1375222 before 5 pm Friday at the latest and remember folks if you don’t tell me I can’t tell them.
Your local Enumerators Kevin, Isabella and Joe would like to say thank you for the warm welcome received at many homes and a big thank you for the many cups of tea, and sandwiches offered in the local areas during the Census month. For me personally, it was lovely to see people, chat and catch up on the local news and family events after such a long period due to Covid. We wonder what the next five years have in store for us, but please God, Covid, War and all the bad things will go away as we look forward to better times.
Your local Community Alert is being collected at the moment and will continue over the coming weeks until the end of May. Anyone who has yet to make their contribution is asked to please do so. We would like to thank all who have made their payment so far and contributed to making our community a happier and safer place to live.
Please pay your €10 subscription into our Bank of Ireland account.
OR
Pay into the Parish Park Letterbox, remembering to put your:
Full Name,and Eircode with 2 mobile numbers of contact. You will receive a text message from our Treasurer confirming your payment. On behalf of Streete Watch committee, we thank you.
Now Enrolling:
St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey: Are Now Enrolling for September 2022 Please contact the school via email or telephone to request an Enrolment Form. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 or
Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com Bingo: The Parish Park Committee is grateful to everyone who supports our online bingo. The committee will hold a meeting this week to discuss the possibility of returning to the hall. Bingo remains our main source of income and provides the funding to keep the lights on and all the bills paid. We ask if you can offer an hour of your time to help out in any way to please let us know. Please call Kevin 087 1375222, Stephen 087 6449500 or James 086 3125876
Lotto Draw:
Monday, April 25 th Numbers drawn: 7,18,21,25 Jackpot €4050 No winner. Lucky Dip Winners for €25 each. Annette Finn, (Online) Janet Butler (Online) Mairead Parker, Streete. and Shane Murtagh, c/c Bridie Lynch. The next draw is on Monday, May 9 th . The jackpot will be €4100. Thank you for your
continued support.
Masses & Adoration this week Streete/Rathowen:
This coming Sunday is the 5 the Sunday of Easter. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 Pm. Every Sunday Rathowen at 10 am. Please remember in your prayers John Blessington whose month's mind was last Saturday and also his mother Mary whose anniversary mass as well. Mass this week. Tuesday, 10th May Boherquill 9.30 am Wednesday, 11th May Rathowen 9.30 am Thursday, 12 tht May Rathowen 9.30 am. Adoration 10 to 10.30 am Friday, 13 th May Boherquill 8 pm. Adoration 7 to 8 pm. We ask, in your prayers to please remember, family, neighbours and all who are suffering from illness at this time. For Mass bookings or any other enquiries please call Fr Pierre Pepper at 043 6685847 or 087 6960542
Eucharist Ministers for May: Saturday 14th Enda Murphy. Reader: Saturday 14th Michael Fagan.
Blessing of the Graves: Boherquill Saturday, 18th June at 8 pm followed by the blessing of Coolamber/Streete graves
First Holy Communion: will take place in Boherquill next Saturday, 28 th May
Men’s Prayer Group: It was wonderful to see so many men coming together to pray and enjoy refreshments afterwards. We meet each Monday in the church in Boherquill at 8 pm. New participants are always most welcome to join us and receive the support of other men in their prayer and personal life.
Deepest sympathies are expressed to the Farrell and Duke Family on the unexpected passing of Mary Farrell Russagh, Rathowen recently. Mary is predeceased by her beloved husband Billy and loving parents Michael and Alice Duke. Mary will be sadly missed by her daughter Bernadette, sons Michael and Patrick, son-in-law Jayson, daughter-in-law Clair and her three grandchildren Alexander, Alannah and Eilse, relatives, neighbours and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Another sensational night of social dancing was held in Streete Parish Park on Friday night last. Brendan Jermyn played a range of great Irish and Country music to keep the dancers on the floor all night. Next month we have the first lady of country music all the way from Co, Roscommon, Carmel McLoughlin. Carmel has been with us many times before and supported Johnny Brady at our vintage show a few years ago. So tell all your friends and remember Next dance Friday, September 30th
Online every Monday night with great prize money to be won. We will soon be back in our hall and ready to restart our usual bingo on Monday nights shortly. We would like to thank Bill from St Mary's bingo Tullamore who has helped out over the past few weeks while Stephen was absent. More next week.
Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw 15th August 2022. Numbers Drawn: 9, 13, 17, 21 No Jackpot Winner. 4 Lucky Dip Winners €25 each Anges Moore, Online. Annita Bratten, Killoe, Online. Breda Noonan, Coolnagun and Martin Blacoe, Ringtown Thanks for your continued support. The next Draw will take place on Monday 29th Jackpot of €4500 Results next week.
As of next week, anyone who hasn't paid will be removed from our alert system. This wonderful service costs less than 2 cents per day. We will roll out a new app for your phone shortly called Be alert. This new app will replace the WhatsApp group allowing you more flexibility in the alerts you receive. In the meantime please report suspicious activity to Gardaí immediately. Mullingar 044 9384000
We encourage community participation, so if you know of anyone who may not have a personal monitored alarm please let us know and we will make contact with them in confidence Paula 087 9680739 or Kevin 087 1375222
The Ramblers met at Stonepark near Longford on Sunday 21 August 2022 to walk from there to the Royal canal along the abandoned branch of canal which once linked Longford to the Royal Canal near Killashee. There was plenty of cool shade from the trees along the towpath on another hot summer day. There were also several new seats and a couple of new picnic tables in the peaceful scene at the junction of the two canals where the walkers were tempted to linger for a few minutes before heading back to Stonepark. Thank you to the Longford Ladies who led the walk.
On Sunday 4 September 2022 the Ramblers will meet in Ballinea for a walk along the Royal Canal towards Coolnahay and back. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet in Ballinea Car Park at 2pm.
If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to this year's Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps.
See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
We are grateful to everyone who has offered to help out at our Bingo in the hall on Monday nights, starting back in September. We could do with a few more volunteers to get us up and running and will be in contact as soon as Stephen returns from his honeymoon to work out a rota to suit all. We depend greatly on our Bingo to keep our community centre open. Your help will be greatly appreciated. Call Kevin 087 1375222,
We wish all the new and returning children in national and secondary schools a very happy return and all those who are taking up college or apprenticeships the very best in the future year. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
If anyone would like to have their home and family or car blessed Please contact Fr Pierre on 087 6960542.
This coming Sunday is the 23nd Sunday in Ordinary time. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 Pm. every Sunday Rathowen at 10 am. Mass this week Tuesday, Boherquill 9.30 Am. Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Thursday, Rathowen 9.30, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday Boherquill 8 pm. Adoration 7 – 8pm.
Because of our drive-in Bingo this Friday our Social Dancing will be on this Thursday night in The Parish Park. Colm Harney from Newry is one of the most talented artists in country music and I'm told he never fails to put on a brilliant night of entertainment. Colm is well known in music circles and plays alongside some of the country's big names of country music. So why not come out and support your Parish Park and enjoy a real night of live music. free supper, raffle door prizes and lots more all for only €10
After two years of covid the Granard Easter Parade is back this coming Easter Sunday at 3 pm. All floats are welcome, please met up at the Mart before 2 pm. The usual street entertainment and children's fun will be provided, please come and support and hopefully the sun shines down.
Enumerators are calling back to your homes to collect your census forms. The forms must have been completed on the night of the census, April 3rd, and will be collected by your enumerator shortly. Please make sure to have signed the back inside page, if you need help to complete the form your Enumerator will happily oblige. Your Enumerators. Kevin, Isabella and Joe are local and known to you. Please be aware of bogus callers proclaiming to be Enumerators if in any doubt call Gardaí or Kevin, Streete Watch 087 1375222
We ask you to spread the great news to your fellow bingo fans, this coming Friday we will have a special Good Friday Bingo in the Parish Park car park at 7 pm sharp. €3000 in prize money to give away, Please spread the news near and far and if successful it might become a regular event, we also ask for 1-hour volunteer help on the day please help if possible.
Your local Community Alert has undoubtedly made our community a happier and safer place to live. We are very grateful for your continued support. We are bringing the collection of subscriptions forward this year in order to purchase and carry out sign replacement and other improvements around the area. To help our volunteers who are continuously working to help protect your area and your property we remind you to please pay your €10 subscription into our Bank of Ireland account. NAME: Streete Community Alert. BIC: BOFI IE 2D and IBAN: IE20BOFI 9017 4987 391568 Account 8739 1568 and our Sort code 90-17-49 OR Pay into the Parish Park Letterbox, remembering to put your: NAME and Eircode with 2 mobile numbers of contact. You will receive a text message from our Treasurer confirming your payment. On behalf of Streete Watch committee, we thank you.
St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey: Are Now Enrolling for September 2022 Please contact the school via email or telephone to request an Enrolment Form. School Telephone No. 043 6685233 or Email: stfintansnslismacaffrey@gmail.com
The Parish Park Committee are grateful to everyone who supports our online bingo. Bingo remains our main source of income and provides the funding to keep the lights on and all the bills paid. We remind you that there is up to €6300 in prize money to be won every Monday night on our online bingo and €3950 in our fortnightly Lotto draw. All we ask is you continue to support us to keep our community centre open.
Fr. Pierre is continuing with the blessings of homes. If you like to have your home blessed, please contact Fr. Pierre on 043 6685847 or 087 6960542
We remind you that your membership is now due for renewal. New application forms can be found in the membership box at the entrance gate of the walking track or by calling into the girls on Fridays from 10 am until 2 pm. Single membership is €20, and a family is €30. Membership would make a great present to someone. Gift vouchers are available from the office or please ask any of the Committee or Kevin 087 1375222. All cheques made payable to Streete Parish Park.
The senior alert monitor is a great benefit to anyone over the age of 65 or someone who has a mobility issue. If you already have a personal monitored alarm, we can organise it to be upgraded free of charge. for more information contact Kevin 087 1375222 Paula 087 9680739
All dogs are banned from the premises and walking track unless the dog is a registered special needs dog, i.e. a guide dog. If you have an issue with this decision and would like to discuss it further, please call me on 087 1375222 or any committee member. Thank you.
Monday, March 28th Numbers drawn: 5, 9, 16, 24 Jackpot €3950 No winner. Lucky Dip Winners for €25 each. Mary Kelly (Online) Anne Creamer (Online) Paudi O’Neill Russagh and John J Keary Streete. The next draw is on Monday, April 11th. The jackpot will be €4000. Thank you for your continued support.
Holy Thursday, Lords Supper (Boherquill at 8pm) Good Friday, Passion (Rathowen at 3pm) Stations of the Cross (Boherquill at 8 pm)
Easter Vigil – Boherquill at 9 pm
Vigil from 11 pm Holy Thursday night until 3 am Good Friday morning will take place in Boherquill church, we will keep watch with Jesus remembering his agony in the garden before his Passion on Good Friday.
Continues in Rathowen on Tuesday at 7 pm and Boherquill on Thursday at 7 pm. We ask, in your prayers to please remember, family, neighbours and all who are suffering from illness at this time. For Mass bookings or any other enquiries please call Fr Pierre Pepper 043 6685847 or 087 6960542
€1,185 was raised at the Mass collections last weekend, thanks to all who contributed.
Will take place in Rathowen on Saturday, 14th May and Boherquill on Saturday, 28th May
It was wonderful to see so many men coming together to pray and enjoy refreshments afterwards. We meet each Monday in the church in Boherquill at 8 pm. New participants are always most welcome to join us and receive the support of other men in their prayer and personal life.
Holy Saturday, Alice Nerney. Saturday 23rd Orla O’Hara Saturday 30th Michael Savage. Reader Holy Saturday, April 16th Enda Murphy Saturday 23rd Louise Tiernan. Saturday 30th Lilly Cassidy.
The Ramblers had a very busy weekend on Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 April 2022. On Saturday some of the Ramblers were among the many who walked in Mullaghmeen Forest as part of the nationwide Climb with Charlie walks.
The Ramblers joined the large crowd who set out from Ringtown GAA Club for its Climb with Charlie walk on Sunday to head for the summit of Knockeyon where they were entertained with songs from Liam Fagan. The weather was perfect for the walk whose highlight was the wonderful views of Lough Derravaragh and the surrounding countryside.
Thank you to the Delamere family for allowing access to Knockeyon and to Liam for the music.
There will be no walk on Sunday 17 April 2022 as it is Easter Sunday. All Ramblers are wished a Happy Easter.
If you would like to add a walk, new or old, to this year's Walks Calendar please contact Philip Epps.
See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
