Club Notes
Streete Vintage Club
Preparations are well underway for what's set to be the biggest weekend in the parish calendar for 2026. Ciaran Rosney will be kicking the weekend off with social dancing in the hall on Friday night 26th of June, our all-vintage vehicle run will be taking off from Streete Parish Park at 2pm sharp on Saturday taking in the neighbouring towns and villages before returning to the the park for refreshments.
Sunday morning will be show day with all the usual attractions on the day, this year we have country stars Declan Nerney and Effie Neill taking to the main stage. We look forward to welcoming exhibitors, vendors, autojumbles & friends back to Streete for another year. As always help is appreciated on the day if you can help in any way feel free to reach out to James Parker on (086) 312 5876 or Denise Tighe (087) 979 8546.
As part of the show this year we will be having a display by the emergency services including a car accident response incident by members of Castlepollard Fire Service. As part of this we need to provide the crew with 2 scrap cars. If anybody has a car that they are willing to part with please call Eamonn Campbell on (087) 147 0280.
Boherquill Ramblers
On 31 May 2026, the last day of spring, the Ramblers walked in Rathowen Bog: the narrow path was bordered by an abundance of trees, shrubs and ferns all thriving after such a wet spring followed by a period of hot weather.
The trail is now largely abandoned now that peat extraction has ended in the bog but there was plenty of wildlife with the songs of the birds in the trees competing with the sound of constant traffic on the N4, 1km away. On Sunday 14 June 2026 the Ramblers will meet at 2pm in the car park beside the Fire Station in Mullingar for a walk beside the Royal Canal. See boherquillramblers.ie
Coolamber ICA Guild
The Irish Countrywomen’s Association. The ICA ladies meet up on the first Tuesday of every month in Streete Parish Park at 7 PM, new members are always welcome to attend for more info call Sinead Butler on (087) 996 8138.
Community Notices
Shop Closing
I’m sorry to report that the village shop in Coole has now closed its doors. I’m sure most people are already aware of the news. While we remain hopeful that someone will take it over in the future, for now the shop’s last trading day was last Sunday morning. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Brian, Clare, Marie, and the various weekend staff for their years of dedication and support to the community.
Clare and Marie will be greatly missed—not only for all they did, but for the warmth, kindness, and friendliness they showed to everyone who walked through the shop door each day. Their loyal service, commitment, and care for the community were evident in everything they did, and they helped make the shop a welcoming and valued part of village life.
Thank you all for your years of service, friendship, and community spirit. Your contribution to Coole, Streete and surrounding areas has been greatly appreciated, and the shop was much more than just a place to buy groceries—it was a meeting place, a source of support information, Gossip, and an important part of the community.
We wish you all every success, happiness, and good fortune in the future. We also hope that the shop will find new management soon and once again become a thriving part of village life.
Dates To Remember
- Blessing of the graves in Russagh and Rahaspic will take place on June 13th. Rahaspic Mass 18:00 (6 PM) Prayers 19:00 (7 PM).
- Blessing of the graves in Streete, Coolamber, Boherquill and will be on June 27th Streete 18:00 (6 PM) Coolamber 18:30 (6:30 PM) and Boherquill with mass at 19:00 (7 PM).
Medjugorje Group Pilgrimage 2026
The Medjugorje Group Pilgrimage 2026 will be between the 14th - 21st of October from Knock to Mostar for 7 nights including flights, transfers, and accommodation.
- Breakfast & Dinner €865/pp sharing.
- Price increases to €915 after 30th of January.
- €200 deposit required to avail of discount.
Spiritual Directors: Fr. Pj Hughes & Fr. Jomon. Cont
ST Fintan's Cemetery
The cemetery committee hopes to carry out maintenance work in the cemetery over the next few weeks, and hopefully, weather permitting will have it complete before the blessing and cemetery mass at 7 pm on Saturday 27th June next. The usual collection will be taken up at the cemeteries on the 27th of June to help cover some of the cost of the upkeep of the cemeteries.
The blessing of the other parish cemeteries will also be held on the 27th of June at the following times.
- Streete 18:00 (6 PM.
- Coolamber 18.30 (6:30 PM)
In addition the cemetery beside the church will be blessed after mass. We hope all plot holders will make sure to have all plots clean and tidy for the occasion. Please make sure not to leave any old flowers or rubbish in or around the cemeteries.
Local Honesty Box Cake Shed Opening
Remember Countryside Bakes honesty-box cake shed, on the new line road in Boherquill to Coole Road. N91 A3EX, honesty-box cake shed, delicious selection of homemade treats. The shed will open and stocked every Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 AM. Pop by to pick up some freshly baked goodies, support a local venture, and treat yourself to something sweet for the weekend!
GYM
For many Gym Members your membership is now due for renewal. To discuss this more orchat about Membership, please call Kevin on (087) 137 5222.
Gift Voucher
Gift Voucher for Streete Parish Park. Vouchers can be redeemed against
- Walking Track Membership.
- Gym Membership Renewal.
- Bingo Books.
- Lotto.
You can purchase the vouchers from €10 to €500 from Steven on (087) 644 9500 or Kevin on (087) 137 5222. Alternatively download the Streete Parish Park App from Apple Store or Google Play Store.
St. Fintan's N.S. Lismacaffrey
Enrolling for 2026 Enrolment Forms for new pupils for the school year 2026/2027 are now available at the school. Tel: (043) 66 85233 Email: [email protected]
Parish Park Community Centre Notes
New 50/50 Draw
Streete Parish Park Committee are delighted to announce our Third Winner of our new 50/50 draw. A local winner from Lismacaffrey scooped €500 in our new guaranteed fundraising initiative which will run Biweekly to start off. You can buy as many draw tickets as you want.
You can also buy a draw ticket in the usual way at €5 for a draw number or €10 for three draw numbers. When the draw takes place, whatever amount of money is raised at the time of the draw, will be split 50/50 between the winner and Streete Parish Park. This system gives
you have a much better chance of winning.
All money raised will go directly into the upkeep of our community centre and future development. Our draws will be held regularly, our next draw June 1st . with a minimum win of €500.
Yoga Classes
Yoga class every Wednesday morning by professional mentor Catherine Pacini 09:00 AM till 10:00 AM. If you haven’t been to her classes, maybe now is a good time to join. Make sure to call in for details.
Pickleball
Pickleball is on every Monday morning and is doing very well, why not come along and take part in this easy to play game in great company. 10:00 AM till 11.30 AM.
Upcoming Event Notes
Social Dancing
A Reminder, we kick of the vintage weekend to another great singer Ciaran Rosney. A brilliant night of Dancing is guaranteed. Remember June 26th, Doors open from 21:00 (9 PM) till Late.
Duck Race
A very enjoyable was had at the Rubber Duck River race organised by Cathal Tighe for his Fundraising event for St. Mary's GAA Granard on Sunday last, unfortunately the venue was changed due to Maintenance work at the location picked subsequently a new location was recommended in Aughnacliffe which turned to be more suitable and enjoyable for family and the many young children who attended.
Lots of fun was enjoyed on the day and the ducks crossed the line, and the results are in.
- 1st placed Louis Robinson.
- 2nd, place Luke Kieran.
- 3rd place Clodagh Duffy.
- 4th place Joan Obrien.
- 5th place James Gaynor.
- 6th place Andrew Gettings.
Congratulations all, a great day was had Thank you to all who supported.
Condolence Notes
Richard King
Deepest sympathies are expressed to Mairead King and family, Lough Park, Castlepollard on the sudden and untimely passing of Richard King, peacefully, at his residence, surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his parents, Eddie and Ursula King. Richard will be forever loved and missed by his heartbroken wife Mairead (Reilly), his daughter Rebecca, son Edward and a wide circle of friends through his many paths in life -Richard was a great supporter of our social dancing here in Streete our many Tractor runs and vintage show over many years, May god bless his generous soul and may he rest in eternal peace.
Mary Alice Grier née Heslin
Deepest sympathies are expressed to the Grier Family Cloughernal, Granard on the sad passing of Mary Alice Grier née Heslin Mary passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by her husband Stephen Grier, son-in -law Shane McGuigan, and nephew-in-law John Grier. Beloved and dear mother to Mary and Elaine. Sadly missed by her family, son-in-law Philip McGurran, grandson Shane McGuigan, sister Margaret, brothers Jimmy, Mick, Peter, and Eamonn, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends, and neighbours. May her gentle soul Rest in heavenly Peace.
Masses Notes
Mass Intentions
Remember in your prayers the souls of Robert Dodd whose first Anniversary is on this coming Saturday evening
Bookings are now being taken contact Fr. Pierre (087) 696 0542.
Church Notes
St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen Masses & Adoration. Mass this Saturday Evening in Rathowen at 20:00 (8 PM).
Masses this week
- Tuesday: Boherquill 09.30 AM.
- Wednesday: Rathowen 09.30 AM.
- Thursday: Rathowen 09.30 AM.
Adoration
- Boherquill: 20:00 (8 PM) with adoration 19:00 (7 PM) to 20:00 (8 PM).
- Friday: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM.
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