Streete Notes 5th August 2023
Deepest Sympathy: Is extended to the Gorman, Scarlet, and Greville families on the very sad passing of Mark Gorman, Killucan and formerly of Coole, and Boherquill., unexpectedly at his residence, pre-deceased by his father Michael Gorman Boherquil,, sadly missed by his loving children Jason, Shane, Marc and Shauna and their mother Martina Greville, his mother Bernie, sisters Suzie, Tammy, Fiona and Sarah, brothers Paul and Dwayne, grandson Callum, brothers and sisters in law, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and a large circle of friends. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.
RUN/WALK: The annual 5k Run/Walk which hasn't taken place for a few years due to Covid is back and takes place starting at Streete Parish Park at 7 p.m. on Friday, 8th September, registration at 6 pm. We ask parents and family members to spread the great news. If you would like to make a donation or give a prize for the raffle it will be greatly appreciated. Please remember Streete Parish Park Complex and facilities are run by a voluntary committee that needs support so please give this a thought. For more information contact Declan 086 8123514 or Kevin 087 1375222
Missing Bullock: The farmer who reported his animal missing would like to thank all who helped in checking their herd and the safe return of the valuable beast
Westmeath county council: Are advising people not to engage with a group of individuals purporting to be staff from the council. Those individuals promise to tar driveways cheaply. They worm their way in by pretending that their lorry has broken down and need to get rid of the tar quickly. They do very poor work and intimidate people into handing over thousands of euros. The county council ask people not to engage and report incidents to Gardai.
Croagh Patrick Climb: Eamon Campbell along with Lisryan Community Tidy Towns is organising a fundraising Climb of the Reek on September 16th with part of the proceeds raised going to Alzheimer's Society. A bus will run on the day, for more info contact Eamon 087 1470280
SOCIAL DANCING: Next Dance is on Friday 28th to the delightful sound of Liam Mannering and Maria. The couple are well-known as top entertainers on the dance scene, so a brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Doors open from 9.00 til late
PARISH PARK LOTTO: Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw Monday 31st July 2023 Numbers Drawn: 1, 9, 19, 28 No Jackpot Winners Four Lucky Dip Winners Cecelia Plunkett, Mayo (Online) Tommy O' Malley, c/o Lily. Michael Dolan, Baloo and John, Amanda & kids, Cavan. Thanks for your continued support. Our next draw will take place on Monday, 14th August Jackpot €5700.
Church Notes St Marys, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration this week: This coming Sunday is the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Vigil Mass every Saturday in Boherquill at 8 Pm. 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, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm
Mass intentions:. Please remember in your prayers the soul of Peter Kelly, whose Anniversary mass was last week. Anniversary mass this Saturday night for the soul of Maureen Flood, Clonmore. For Mass bookings or any other enquiries. Please contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542
Annual Knock Novena: The annual novena trip to Knock will take place from the 14th to the 22nd of August for more information log on to Knockshrine.ie.
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.
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.