Deepest sympathies are expressed to the O’Brien Family Corralanna, on the sad passing of Edward O’Brien, who passed away peacefully on March 29th He will be sadly missed by his loving family, children Amy, Stephen, Michelle, Kim, Laura and their partners, grandchildren Sean, Jamie and Kyle, brothers, sisters, extended family and friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Deepest sympathy is extended to the Reilly family Lisryan on the sad passing of Josephine O’Reilly. Josephine passed away peacefully surrounded by her beloved family. She is predeceased by her husband Tom, son Sean and infant daughter Teresa, and her grandaughters Lisa and Avril. Josephine will be forever missed by her family, son Thomas-J, daughters Cait, Roseann, Pauline and Aishling, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
To Frank MacMahon’ better known as Frank the barber who will celebrate 72 years of cutting hair. 66 years of these wonderful years have been as a barber in Granard. The young Monaghan man started his career as a barber in 1949 and has rarely missed a day in the shop serving the public. We wish Frank and his wonderful wife Bridie continued success and happiness into the future.
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
It was regretful that at short notice we had to cancel the Active retirement evening last Tuesday, due to two of our guest speakers coming down with covid. Seán Ó Murchadha will return shortly to talk to us about what it means to have your name in Gaelic, Seán will elaborate on forenames in Irish and the local surnames found in our area and explain how the traditional meaning and location of surnames came about. Please keep an eye out in the notes for a new date.
Coming soon to the parish park. We ask you to spread the great news to your fellow bingo fans, Good Friday, April 15th at 7 Pm sharp with €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.
We are delighted to hear Charlie's Climbs and walks all over Ireland in support of Charlie’s campaign in aid of Motor Neurone Disease and Pieta house have gone to plan and the weather held up. Streete Parish Park in conjunction with Boherquill Ramblers and Whitehall Hurling Club would like to thank everyone who took part. All monies raised will go to these great causes. If you would like to donate please contact Alice, 086 8130780
Killeen Dramatic Society Presents, Wake in the West, a Hilarious 3 Act Comedy by Michael j Ginnelly, directed by Vincent Kiernan, in Granard Community Centre on Thursday 7th, Friday 8th and Saturday 9th April Curtain up at 8 pm. Tickets at the door. Adults €10, Children €5. Family Concessions.
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.
Our AGM will take place on Sunday 10th of April, at 7 Pm. We ask you to put your name forward to join our committee and continue the great work into the future. Shareholders take note. Paperwork has now been sent to you, if for any reason you have not received it by now please let us know.
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.
This coming Sunday is Palm, Sunday. Holy Saturday Vigil Mass in Boherquill at 8 Pm. Holy Thursday Lords Supper Boherquill 8 Pm. Good Friday Passion and Stations of the Cross Rathowen at 3 Pm. Remember in your prayers, the souls of Lily and Jack Carthy. whose remembrance mass was last week. Masses: This Week: Tuesday, 5th April, Boherquill 9.30 Am. Mass: Wednesday, 6th April, Rathowen 9.30 am. Mass: Thursday 7th April, Rathowen 9.30 am with Adoration 10 to 10.30 am. Friday 8th April, Boherquill, 8, pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm.
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
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.
April 9th Palm Sunday, Mary Mulligan. Reader Saturday, April 9th Palm Sunday Michael Fagan and Geraldine Gilligan
The Ramblers have often met at Mary Lynch's pub near Mullingar for a walk along the Royal Canal but on Sunday 27 March 2022 their walk included just a short walk along the canal to Footy's bridge, then it continued with a loop through Coralstown and Heathstown Bog back to base. Spring had definitely arrived with primroses flowering at the roadside and daffodils in nearly every garden along the way.
The birds provided the soundtrack from the trees which were bursting into leaf everywhere. On Sunday 10 April 2022 the Ramblers walk will begin at Killasonna School. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at 2pm at the school for an 8km road and farm track walk. A shorter route will be available.
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.
Leaving Cert results: On behalf of our Community I’d like to say congratulations and well done to all who received they're leaving cert results on Monday. The Leaving Certificate is not only an important milestone in the lives of our young people It is also a very important moment in the lives of their Classmates, Parents and teachers and all those who have supported them along the way. We wish you all the very best of luck in the future we hope you achieve your dreams.. Athlone YIS is part of the new Youth Information Chat service, which will be open from 12 pm to 9 pm on Monday 5th and Tuesday 6th September during the Leaving Cert results, and 12 pm to 9 pm on Friday 9th when the CAO offers are released.
Bingo: 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.
Lotto: Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw 29th August 2022. Numbers Drawn: 2,7,21,22 No Jackpot Winner. 4 Lucky Dip Winners €25 each Bridget Victory, Ballinalee. Online. Liz Maguire Murtagh, Online. John Feerick, Rathowen and Mary McGlynn, Edgeworthstown. Thanks for your continued support. The next Draw will Take place on Monday 12th September Jackpot of €4550
Longford Learning Support: is a Registered Charity commencing classes in Longford, to assist Primary and Post-Primary School students, who have learning difficulties. Experienced Tutors with Qualified Learning support in a welcoming friendly, environment. For more information, please contact Nuala at 089 214 6666.
Hedge cutting: As the winter approaches, Westmeath, Longford County Council advise that hedge cutting season has now started from September 1st and will continue until 28th February 2023. Overgrown hedgerows and vegetation pose potential hazards and dangers to road users. Road users are also advised to take care and keep an eye out for slow-moving hedge cutting machinery and slippery road surfaces after trimming.
Westmeath County Council: The process of seeking submissions from local groups to the County Council budget allocations for 2023 has begun. As a representative of the Council PPN, I can make a request like, examples, footpaths, public lighting, disability parking, or any road safety issues, verge grass cutting, road repairs, sweeping and water cuts etc on your behalf. If you have any requests or something you feel needs attention. I can ask them to prioritise an issue of concern. You can drop a note in the Parish Park letterbox or call 087 1375222. Deadline is Monday 12th September.
Boherquill Ramblers: There was benign late summer weather with warm sun and no wind on 28 August 2022 for the Ramblers walk in Ballynafid. A few bilberries were left on the shrubs beside the boardwalk on the way to Lough Owel and plenty of blackberries were picked beside the forest trail nearer the Lough. The group took a break on the wide stony beach to look out over the dead calm water before turning back into the forest and the road back to the car park and refreshments. The Ramblers will walk in Coolnagun Bog on Sunday 11 September 2022. Cars will meet at Boherquill Church at 2 pm for a loop walk through the bog. 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.
Community Alert: We are just waiting on the go-ahead from BeAlert to roll out a new app for your phone. 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 Gardai immediately. Mullingar 044 9384000
SENIORS ALERT SCHEME. 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. Call Paula 087 9680739 or Kevin 087 1375222
Volunteers Needed: We depend greatly on our Bingo to keep our community centre open. Your help will be greatly appreciated. Call kevin 087 1375222,
Blessing of homes: If anyone would like to have their home and family or car blessed Please contact Fr Pierre on 087 6960542.
Masses & Adoration this week Streete/Rathowen: This coming Sunday is the 24nd 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.
Mass intentions: Mass intentions this week, Friday 9th James and Ellen Campbell & DFM. Saturday 10th Fiona Gaynor.
For Mass bookings: or any other enquiries. Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542.
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.
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.
Social dance: Another great night of our social dance in Streete Parish Park last Friday night. We say a special word of thanks to Seamus Farrell, Longford, who stepped in for us at short notice to cover for Carmel McLoughlin. Carmel, unfortunately, broke her arm and will be off the music scene for a few months. We wish her a speedy recovery and look forward to her return in the new year. Next month we have Chris Dallat, from Co Antrim. Chris has played for us in the past and brings a great selection of get-out and dance music to suit all tastes. So tell all your friends a mighty night of music and dance with a light supper. All for only €10. Streete Parish Park M91 RC43
Bingo: We apologise but due to technical difficulties only noticed after going to print, we could not return to the hall on Monday night as mentioned last week. We will however return on October 17th at 8.30. We really 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 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. Your help and support is important to us. We would like to thank you all for the kind offers of help to get us back up and running in our hall again. Bingo and Lotto will start back in the new with great prize money to be won. If you would like to ask any questions or offer your help please call Kevin on 087 1375222
Online Bingo: We hope if possible to keep our Online bingo going but again this depends on volunteer time and technical knowledge. If feel you can help us out we would love to hear from you, so please give us a call.
Yoga Classes: Continue every Thursday at 7 pm in Rathowen community centre. €10 per session. For more information call Caroline on 087 142 0483 ALL WELCOME
Lotto: Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 26th September 2022 Numbers Drawn 17, 18, 22, 26 No Jackpot Winners 4 Lucky Dip Winners of €25 each Weronika Golanka, Mullingar (Online)Aishling Ashton, Australia (Online) Kay Lynch, Cappagh Annie Reid, Mullingar. Thank you for your support. The next Lotto Draw will take place on Monday 10th October 2022 Jackpot €4650
Deepest sympathies: are expressed to the extended Callaghan family Coolnagun, on the passing of Mary Sheridan, Castlepollard. Predeceased by her parents Eddie Sheridan and Dolly Kearney and her stepfather Paddy Kearney Castlepollard. Deeply regretted by her brothers Michael Kearney Swords, and Jim Kearney Castlepollard, sister Louise McGonagle Mullingar, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephew, cousins, relatives and friends. Funeral Directors have set up a book of Condolences on R.I.P. ie. May she rest in peace.
Deepest sympathies: are expressed to the Moran family, Corrydonlon, Rathowen on the sad passing of Patricia Moran Predeceased by her husband Brendan and daughter-in-law Bernadette. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, sons Stephen and Gerry, daughter Concepta, her sister Maureen, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, daughter-in-law Ann, son-in-law David, brother-in-law Peter relatives, neighbours and friends. Funeral Directors have set up a book of Condolences on R.I.P. ie. May she rest in peace.
Bun V Multy: Best of luck to Luke Kiernan and the Bunbrosna team who take on Multyfarnham in the Westmeath Junior cup final next Saturday. Throw-in at Cusack Park is at 2:00 pm.
New Community Website: For the past two years, I have been working on developing a website for our Community Centre and one which would benefit our local community along with clubs and groups in the local area. The test website is now up and running and you can have a look by googling Streete and District.ie This new webpage will be of great benefit to the Parish Park and act as a platform for events, relaying the message of what's on and when. A new booking calendar will allow you the comfort of seeing when the community centre is available and encourage better use of the facilities. Clubs too can make use of the website to showcase relevant information like who you are, what your club does and when. This is a great way for other interested groups and members to easily contact you. The website is of great importance to our future and one which will soon be a requirement when applying for funding and assistance from local government. This is a great opportunity for your club to get connected to the world of communications. If your club is interested Call me on 087 1375222
Active Retirement Trip October 13th: We will hold a short meeting this coming Tuesday at 12.30 in Streete Parish Park. To discuss arrangements for our outing to the Dail. We need to know in advance so we can arrange passes for entry to the Dail and the newly renovated National Museum of Archaeology. The total cost of the trip is €50 This includes lunch in the Dail and Dinner on the way home. If you can't attend the meeting and would like to go. Please call Mary 087 0695148 Kevin 087 1375222 ASAP.
Community Employment, Streete Parish Park: We have some community employment positions available at our community centre if anyone receiving social benefits would like to come on board. No qualifications are needed but opportunities are available to upskill and keep your present benefits while enjoying a social and friendly environment with like-minded people. Immediate start. flexible working time with training provided. Call Kevin 087 1375222
Christmas Market and Santa visit: I am still anxiously awaiting a reply from Santa in the hope he will accept our invitation to visit Streete Parish Park this year in person. Some of the interested market people are requesting the first Sunday in December. If people can let me know if this is a good day in advance so as not to clash with other major markets and events we would be grateful. If you would like to book a stall we would love to hear from you, call or text Leigh 085 1119885 Kirsha 085 2728637 or Kevin 087 1375222
Wanted: If you are thinking of decluttering or clearing out your shed of old furniture, wood, building materials or tools. The guys at the parish park menshed would love to hear from you. Appeals in the past have always been good and over the years we have repurposed and made use of unwanted items in various projects which have helped the community and older persons. We are always on the lookout for things we can repurpose or use around the centre. We have a few ambitious projects in mind and would welcome help in sourcing useful items you might have no value on. We will gladly call and have a look at what you have and offer advice, so please don’t throw it before you show it. Call kevin 087 1375222 or Gerry 087 1230747
Badminton: I am following up on a few calls of enquiry over covid and more recently on the possibility of restarting a Badminton team in Streete Parish Park. please text or call me, a few people are eager in forming a team. You are welcome to join even from the wider area and all fitness levels are welcome.. 087 1375222
Community Alert: House broke into on Friday afternoon last in Ballygarvey, Rathowen Area. Also, a house interfered with in the Lisryan area. As the winter approaches, we ask you to be vigilant and take note of strange vehicles in your area, please lock away all valuables and remove mowers from sight. Be a kind and caring neighbour and check in on your elderly neighbours and friends. Please report any suspicious activity to Gardai. Keep your area safe. We remind you to add these numbers to your phone Gardai Mullingar 044 9384000 Castlepollard 044 966112 Granard 043 6687660 or in emergency 999 or Local in confidence. Kevin 087 1375222 or Paula 087 9680739
Volunteers Needed: We depend greatly on our Bingo to keep our community centre open. Your help will be greatly appreciated. Call kevin 087 1375222,
Church Notes: Masses & Adoration this week Streete/Rathowen: This coming Sunday is the 28th 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 Am Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday Boherquill 8 pm. Adoration 7 – 8pm.
First Holy Communion; As from, this year onward a great change is being made in how children are prepared for their first holy communion. This preparation will no longer take place in the school. From now on parents, themselves will now play a major part in their children's religious instruction. Parents and children are asked to attend the mass on Sundays, where they will be supported by the priest and dedicated workers. Easy learning classes and guidance will be readily on hand. For more info contact, Fr Pierre on 087 6960542.
Mass Choir; It's lovely to see a united Choir made up of members from both parishes of Streete and Rathowen, The choir is a joy to listen to and brings about a great sense of community spirit. Please feel free to join in or ask Fr Pierre or a choir member to join the rota.
Mass intentions: Please remember in your prayers the souls of Hughie and Mary O’Hara and DFM of the O’Hara family Coolnagun. whose anniversary mass was last week. This Saturday, Anniversary mass for Frank McGivern, Streete.
For Mass bookings: or any other enquiries. Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542.
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.
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.
Gardaí ask you to be highly vigilant at this present time and keep an eye out for any suspicious vehicles around the area. A large number of dog thefts have been reported throughout the country recently.
Gardaí are aware this is making dog owners feel unsafe and worried about their beloved pets. They advise you take extra precautions for their safety and report any movements of persons unknown to you to them.
They ask you try and get a photo or Reg number to assist them in their investigations. The Streete Watch message is clear. “Prompt communication is the key weapon in the fight against crime”.
Streete Watch in partnership with an Gardaí Siochana aims to help the people of Streete parish and surrounding Districts to protect their homes, businesses and our community against burglary, fraud and anti-social behaviour.
Or if you need to discuss anything in private call 087 1375222.
The Government has announced that from Monday 10th of August face coverings must now be worn in all shops, retail settings and shopping centres. This is in response to help stop the spread of the virus.
Fr Nigel would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding over the past number of months and welcomes everyone back to our churches. He would also like to let you know that visiting of the sick and housebound will resume in August.
Under current restrictions Fr Nigel will have to be invited by the sick person or a family member before he can visit their home with the sacraments, please call in advance.
The following are the results from our 100 Bird competition held on the August bank holiday weekend.
The club would like to especially thank KBG Accountants Cavan & Longford for coming on board as main sponsor of this event. Also to all shooters from near and far who came to support Streete Wildlife club, and to our club members who gave up their time on both Saturday and Sunday to fill traps and referee etc the club is extremely very grateful.
The club would like to offer its sincere sympathy to Sean Flood and family Clonmore Lismacaffrey on the recent death of his wife Maureen. May she rest in peace.
The Ramblers met at Taughmon church near Mullingar on Sunday 9 August 2020 for a 7km loop walk through Gaulmoylestown. On the way they passed Gaulmoylestown Lake where the banks were lined with anglers.
The smell of recently-cut grass was in the air and several times the group were passed by tractors and trailers as the local farmers were busy drawing in silage.
On Sunday 23 August the Ramblers will walk in Castlepollard. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet outside the Town and Country pub on the Square in Castlepollard at 2pm for a 9 km road and cross-country walk. Boots should be worn for this walk.
If you intend to walk please contact Nini at 086 8754411 or Philip at 087 7753612 before Sunday. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information and Covid-19 Safety Guidelines.
Please remember Neighbours, lockdown ain’t over yet it has just eased. PHASE 3 has now commenced on 29th June, you should still stay at home as much as you possibly can. Travel no further than necessary away from your home. Department of the Taoiseach - Keep informed, keep your distance, and stay safe.
NOTE: 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 5pm Saturday at the latest.
The Ramblers started their walk at the Church Hall near the photogenic Royal Canal harbour in Ballynacargy on Sunday 11 November 2018. They walked a loop route through Lakingstown to the canal near Kiddy's Bridge and returned to the village along the towpath. Back in the Church Hall they were treated to delicious scones by Patricia Bruton, the Ramblers Chair, who also led the walk, so thank you to her for both.
Winter league continues every Thursday night in Streete shooting grounds. All shooters welcome.The club would like to offer its sincere sympathy to Brendan Mulligan and family on the recent death of his uncle William (Billy) Clabby, Lanesboro. May he rest in the peace.
The Westmeath / Longford League is on hold to enable clubs play their own Christmas competitions. The three Streete teams had a very active week. Streete B were in Mullingar on Sunday night where in a thirty three shot thriller they fell just short on the night. They were in action again at the Streete Complex on Tuesday night but on this occasion were victorious over Sreete A.
On Thursday night Streete C travelled to Ardagh to take on their B team and in another cliff-hanger they managed to draw twenty six points each. Streete B Team 1: Pat Purcell, Phyllis Martin and Sam Donaghy (skip). Team 2: Thomas Sullivan, Tom Connell and Eamon Carty (skip).
The Westmeath / Longford singles competition takes place in Streete on Sunday December 2nd. More details later.
Please note those who avail of our Streete Parish Park Walkway are gently reminded that membership is now due for the coming year. The fee is only €20 per person or €30 per family for the coming year. I am sure all will realise this money is needed to help with the track, insurance and lighting. Payment can be left in an envelope in the Centre letterbox or given to any Parish Park committee member or staff member. All who become members are welcome to use the facility.
last Friday night a most enjoyable dance attended by the usual regulars with great music by Mary O’Connor and Pat Kelly took place in the Centre. Supper, free raffle etc. was as always organised by Mary, Anne and Gerry. Booking of music etc. is organised by Kevin who can be contacted on 087 1375222 with any details of entertainment available. Upcoming bookings include:
Tea and refreshments served. If interested in getting a group together for a Christmas party please make contact as soon as possible in preparation for the festive season. The office number is 043 6685926, Kevin 086 2003739, Brian 086 2596656. If you leave your number your call will be returned.
We are very happy to announce that on Saturday, 1st December at 8.30p.m. in Streete Parish Park Centre, Seamus O’Rourke well known playwright will perform his production of “And thank You” which was written and will be performed by the author, himself. Some will remember other plays of his including the “Gospel according to O’Rourke” as well as “Your prayers have been answered”.
Many will have seen Seamus on T.V. or heard him on Radio, so now is the chance to enjoy this live production in Streete Parish Park at 8.30p.m. on Saturday, 1st December. This could be the first of many productions depending on support. This will be another way for you and friends to get together before Christmas.
NOTE: For inclusion any week must be with Brian by Friday night or email to brian.nerney@gmail.com.
Sympathy is extended on the death following a long illness of Noleen Spain nee Slevin, sister of Elizabeth Hulme and the late Mary O’Hara, Coolnagun, Olivia Doherty, Multyfarnham and Anne Slevin, Dublin. Noleen died in St. James Hospital, Dublin. Noleen is survived by her husband Gerry, Sister Anne, and daughters Hannah and Jess. A celebration of Noleen’s life followed by Cremation took place at Newlands Cross Temple, Dublin on Thursday of last week, 9th Aug. We extend sympathy to the Slevin, O’Hara and Doherty families. May she rest in peace.
The marriage of David Keary, Correally, Correally and Shaunagh Doran, Edgeworthstown took place on Thursday of last week followed by a reception in Crover House, Mountnugent. We wish them many years of good health and happiness together. Davis is a son of Brendan and Mary Keary, Correally, Lismacaffrey.
As in previous years we have no Sunday walks during the month of August as we always take a break at this time. The next walk will be Sunday, 2nd Sept. from Newtowncashel to Saints Island when all will be welcome.
In Streete Parish Park on Friday, Aug. 17th from 10 p.m., to 12.30 Music by the ever popular Colm Bourke. Admission of €10 includes a free raffle and supper. What a great way to end the holiday period. All are welcome especially visitors to the area.
Monies raised by Streete Parish Park Vintage Philip Moran Memorial Tractor Run will be donated and presented to the two charities at a function in Feericks Hotel, Rathowen on Friday, Aug. 24th. This year's charities are The Irish Heart Foundation and also The Motor Neurone Foundation. We ask for your support on the night. All are very welcome. Annual 2018 Family Fun Run & Walk: Takes place on Friday, 7th Sept at 7 p.m. Start and finish at Streete Parish Park. Registration at 6.30 p.m. Adults €10; under 16’s €5. Contact Kevin 087 1375222.
Saturday, Boherquill, Michael Fagan.
Our Active Age Group goes on their first group outing this Thursday to Omagh in Northern Ireland. Full report on the trip in next week’s notes in this paper. Any new members welcome to join at our meetings, which take place on the first Thursday of each month at 11a.m. for a cup of tea and a chat. For any further information call Kevin 087 1375222.
As this is the month of August Boherquill Ramblers take their annual break which leaves families free for holiday and family activities. Walks back again first Sunday in September. We wish all an enjoyable summer.
National School, Lismacaffrey are enrolling for September. For any information contact 043 6685233 or call to the School.
The writer and some other people from the parish had the pleasure of meeting former President, Mary McAleese with Minister of State, Helen McEntee last week. They were engaged in making a documentary for L.T.V.Television on famous Monastic Sites with particular spiritual influences. They visited the Abbey and did the new walk recently opened followed by some invited guests including members of the I.F.A. Farm Family and other organisations for tea and lovely treats at Jane’s tea rooms.
Local comments, with which I agree was that Mrs. McALeese was as lovely and warm as ever, having had a word for everyone present and standing for loads of photographs. P.J. Reilly, Fore’s resident Tourist Guide filled us in with the historical facts about Fore, which made for interesting listening and Alice Nerney spoke about the recent Green Ribbon “Walk & Talk “ occasion in Fore. Thanks to Jane for her usual excellent spread of tea, cakes etc. It was a most enjoyable afternoon.
Mrs. McAleese now lives in County Roscommon with her husband, Martin. The programme is due to be aired in the autumn, so keep an eye on these notes in the months ahead.
The Ramblers travelled to Ballinagh, County Cavan on Sunday 28 July 2019 for a walk to Fleming's Folly on nearby Belville Hill. The Folly was built in the 1700s by Captain James Fleming and had fallen into disrepair until a local committee completed its restoration in 2013. There is now a 7.5km loop walk to the Folly from which the Ramblers were able to appreciate the fine view which is said to take in 7 counties.
Thank you to Deirdre Leavy who led the walk and treated everyone to ice cream afterwards. The Ramblers are now taking their customary August break, they will meet again on Sunday 1 September 2019 in Newtowncashel for a walk to Saints Island.New members and new walks are always welcome.
For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie
Numbers drawn in Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw held on 29th July were: - 4,8,26 29. There was no winner of the Jackpot and the €40 winners were:
Next Lotto Draw will be held on August, 12th 2019. Thank you for your continued support of our Lotto
held their annual tractor run commencing at Kevin Moores tractor garage last Sunday followed by a B.B.Q at Moore’s premises afterwards. A raffle organised by the Moore family with a large number of prizes also took place in aid of charity. Our Streete parish Park Vintage Club along with many clubs from all over, including Northern Ireland were well represented on the day.
I am informed that on Cemetery Sunday recently the gate collection at the cemeteries amounted to €75.44 which goes towards expensed at the graveyard. The graveyard committee wish to say thank you for your contributions. Anyone who missed and wishes to contribute can contact Micheal Fagan or Seamus Denning.
Held their annual tractor run last Sunday week which was most enjoyable in bad weather conditions. It started and ended at Connaughton’s, Rathowen.
At our last meeting held on 11th July it was decided to go to Omagh Folkpark on Thursday, 8th August for our day’s outing. Approx. cost is €50. If you are interested please reply a.s.a.p to 087 0695148 or Parish Park Office 043 66 85926. Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, 1st August to finalise the Arrangements.
The numbers drawn in Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw were: - 1,3,8,23 and the winners were: - Ann Kiernan, Boherquill, Carol Duffy and B. Fryday, Ballinalee. Thank to to everyone for your continued support for our lotto. Next Lotto Draw will be held on the 29th July.
The weather held dry for most of the Ramblers Family Day in Boora Bog Discovery Park on Sunday 21 July 2019. After tea and buns in the Visitor Centre they visited the Sculpture Park where a couple of old Bord na Mona locomotives had been added to the other large-scale exhibits. Then on to the Mesolithic Trail, named after the site where traces of some of the earliest signs of human activity in Ireland have been found.
All around there was an abundance of wild flowers, especially in the Grey Partridge Conservation Area where the numbers of the birds are slowly increasing after being threatened with extinction a few years ago. The pastel blue flowers of chicory and many shades of orchids were striking.
The rain started near the end of the walk so the group had to take cover for their post-walk refreshments but this didn't spoil the enjoyment of the day. Many thanks to Club Chair Eileen Moreton who organised the day.
The Ramblers will meet again on Sunday 1 September in Newtowncashel for a walk to Saints Island.
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411. See boherquillramblers.ie
The following is a list of Granard Motte Community Enterprise "GMCE Winners for June: -
This was our last draw for 2018/2019. Our ticket sellers are now out selling tickets for 2019/20. Your continued support would be greatly appreciated.
In light of our recent publicity and funding some have asked why we need to continue selling tickets for our 500 draw. I am delighted to answer this. The funding received from the Department of Rural affairs and Failte Ireland is granted specifically for the future development of our Norman themed heritage park and only that.
The ticket sales are for the repayment of our mortgage (originally €175,000) on our present Knights and Conquest Centre. With this in mind here are some of our keystone achievements to date thanks to you.
All this means continued support is needed and we wish continued good will and support to all concerned. For any further information contact Tom Donnelly on 086 6086006 or email tdonn80@hotmail.com
Thank you again to all the community for your ongoing support.
we extend our sincere sympathy to the extended Reilly family, Balloo on the death of Paddy Reilly at Our Lady’s Manor, Edgeworthstown on Sunday, 6th July. Paddy was predeceased by his loving wife, Mary, daughter, Dympna and grandson, Scott. He is sadly missed by his sons, Gerry, Padraig, Eamon and Aidan, daughters in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, neighbours and a large circle of friends. May he rest in peace.
His removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Boherquilll for his Funeral Mass followed by burial in St. Fintan’s cemetery, Boherquill on Wednesday morning, 9th July. Paddy was a very popular and respected Senior Citizen of the community who in his younger days was a leading figure in all types of sports in our parish including football, hurling, community games and all that was good for the youth, as was well talked about at his Funeral Mass. Paddy will be missed by his son in law and next door neighbour, Joe Coyle whom we also offer our condolences to.
We awakened on Thursday morning last to hear sad news on radio, starting with the death of Brendan Grace entertainer and comedian and also well-known Radio personality and political commentator, Noel Whelan. May they both rest in peace. Following this announcement the new of the loss of approximately 150 jobs between the Power Station and Bord Na Móna Mount Dillion, Lanesboro.
This will affect Coolnagun Bog in this parish as milled peat from here is brought by road to Lanesboro. Not good news for Lanesboro and the Midlands, but hopefully the powers that be will be able to resolve the situation.
Our next Social Dancing night is on Friday, July 19th with music by the very talented Jimmy Hynes & the Crusaders. Dancing from 10.00p.m. - 12.30a.m. Free raffle and supper on the night. Come along for a great night’s entertainment.
Summer league 2019 done and dusted. Secretary Seamus Denning did the formalities and started by thanking everyone for their support over the past few months. He especially thanked Conor Cassidy of Connor Cassidy cars.ie for sponsoring the league. He thanked the members of Streete club who make themselves available each week to help out. He gave special mention to the few that take time off work each Thursday to make sure everything is set up and ready to go.
He concluded by wishing everyone taking part in the NARGC All Ireland Shoot in Ballinasloe the best of luck. The winners are as follows:
The club would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Enda Mcloughin from south Leitrim on winning his class in the recent world shooting championship held in Dowth in Co Meath recently. Well done Enda.
Streete wildlife club would like to offer its sincere sympathy to the Reilly family baloo on the recent death of Paddy Reilly. May he rest in peace.
The weather on Sunday 7 July 2019 was ideal for the Ramblers walk from Jonathan Swift Park beside Lough Ennell to Dysart along the Westmeath Way and back on a loop. The route included bog track and field’s where the walkers were watched by several herds of cattle who were also probably enjoying the pleasures of the countryside in high summer. Thank you to Eileen Moreton and Mary McHugh who checked and led the walk.
The Ramblers Annual Family Day will be held in Lough Boora Discovery Park on Sunday 21 July 2019. Cars will leave Boherquill at 10am and will be pooled at 10.30am in the car park beside the Fire Station in Mullingar before moving on to arrive in Boora at 11.30am. There will be a range of activities including a guided 90 minute walk suitable for children with the Fairy Avenue and Maze, bicycle rides and, of course, a picnic.
A longer walk for adults will include the Sculpture Park, wetland areas and the Mesolithic site where some of the oldest traces of human habitation in Ireland have been found.
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411. See boherquillramblers.ie
Fr. Pat Leslie brother of Larry Leslie and Kathleen Mc Givern attended Rath National School in this parish many years ago.Fr. Pat was ordained in Carlow Cathedral on 7th June 1969 for the diocese of Sacramento U S A. Fr Pat’s Golden Jubilee was celebrated at our parish mass in St Mary’s church Boherquill on Sunday last, 21st July at 11.00a.m.
Refreshments were held afterwards in the Parish Park Centre where family and friends met for a chat and renewed old friendships. We wish Fr.Pat good health and happiness in the years ahead, which we hope are many.
The Olde Fair Day in Ballinamuck on Sunday 14 July 2019 was a good excuse for the Ramblers to get out for an early walk. They began their walk at 11am beside the 1798 Memorial Hall in the village, a reminder of the Battle of Ballinamuck where the French forces supporting the 1798 Irish Rebellion were defeated. The Ramblers enjoyed a delightful road and bog walk with honeysuckle in the hedgerows and foxgloves among the many wild flowers on the roadside verges.
The village itself was full of containers of brightly coloured flowers on every windowsill and wall. The Ramblers picnicked in the beautiful Remembrance Garden and visited the beautifully restored Johnny's Cottage where a welcoming turf fire awaited them.
After their picnic the Ramblers joined the crowds at the Olde Fair where there was music, food and many other attractions. Thank you to Marian Carty who led the walk.
On Sunday 28 July 2019 the Ramblers will visit Fleming's Folly near Ballinagh. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet in the car park at the Community Centre in Ballinagh at 2pm. The walk is a 9km mix of road and forest trail.
This walk is the Ramblers last outing before their August break, they will meet again on Sunday 1 September in Newtowncashel for a walk to Saints Island.
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411. See boherquillramblers.ie
Once again we thank everyone who cleaned and tidied the plots in the cemetery for Cemetery Sunday on the 7th July last, and for supporting the collection on the day. The total amount collected was €732.
At our last meeting held on 11th July it was decided to go to Omagh Folkpark on Thursday, 8th August for our day’s outing. Approx. cost is €50. If you are interested please reply a.s.a.p to 087 0695148 or Parish Park Office 043 66 85926. Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, 1st August to finalise the Arrangements.
