Local news 30th April 2009

THE GRAND KINGDOM TOUR
On Monday, May 18, we will be departing the Market Yard, Newcastle West for a grand tour of the beauty spots in County Kerry. The Kingdom Tour will be resplendent in the early summer foliage. Be sure of your seat be contacting Nora Enright on 087-7453154 or Pat Dalton on 069-62306 without delay.

CARDS
First prize on nine games went to Jimmy Langan and John Danagher. Second prize was divided by two couples on eight games; John O’Malley & Josie Finucane and Irene & Peter O’Donovan. Table prizes went to Peggy Lynch and Mai Naughton. Raffle winners were Bridie McManus, John O’Malley, P. Hastings and Moss Kearney. Lottery ticket winners were Irene Donovan and Peter Donovan. Cards every Friday at 9.15pm. A minutes silence was adhered to for the late Sean Mulcahy and Gerry Lenihan who passed away during the week. They were regular card players in the hall for many years. May they rest in peace.

LOTTERY
No winner of the €2,650 jackpoot. Numbers drawn: 4, 5, 17 &24. The lucky dip winners: €50 Joan O’Connor, Templeglantine; €40 Steven Sillery, Shanagolden; €0 Kathleen Hayes, Kilcolman; €30 Mary Woulfe c/o Pat Molyneaux; €30 Estuary rugby Club; 10 Free Tickets went to Gerard Manning, Caherconlish

SYMPATHY
The death took place during the week of Sean Mulcahy, Knockard, Shanagolden. Deepest sympathy is extended to his wife Josie, sons, daughters, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends and kind neighbours. Removal took place from St.Senan’s Funeral Home, Shanagolden to St. Senan’s Church, Shanagolden. Burial took place in Kilbracken Cemetery.
Sympathy is also extended to the Lenihan families Ballysteen, Askeaton on the death of Gerry Lenihan, Ballysteen. Both Sean and Gerry were regular card players in the parish hall every Friday night for many years. May they rest in peace.

KNOCK SHRINE
This year marks the 130th anniversary of Knock with the various ceremonies running from April 26 to October 11. This years summer youth festival takes place from July 23-26, strictly for 18-35 years. €70/free buses. Please contact the youth ministry office on 094 9375035 or the shrine office on 094-9388100.

CONFINED MEMBERS DRAW
West Limerick 102FM radio are organising a confined members draw for six months for a prize fund of €6000. The first draw will be held in May and the first prize will be €500, second prize will be €200 and there will be three prizes of €100 .

COUNTY ENTERPRISE COURSES
Joe Wallace who is a Fianna Fail candidate for the upcoming elections has been in touch to confirm that he has got agreement from the County Limerick Enterprise board to hold two of their most relevant courses in the Glin/Estuary area, subject to numbers. The courses are enterprise Board’s Career Makeover and Start Your Own Business. This will be the first time that the County Enterprise Board have held courses in the Shannon Estuary area. Please contact John at 087-2571085.

SWALLOWS ARRIVE
This years first swallows arrival in the locality were reported on Thursday last April 16. The presence of swallows is often an indicator that summer is here or at least not far off.

ALZHEIMERS
The Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland are requesting volunteers to hold a tea day at work or at home on Thursday, May 7 to collect much needed funds. All who wish to register for a tea party and receive their pack, call 1800 719820 (Freephone).

LOURDES
The Limerick Diocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from Sunday, June 21 to Friday, June 26. This year the pilgrimage will be led by Bishop Donal Murray and the fare is €695.Please contact the Lourdes Pilgrimage Office, Limerick Social Service Centre, Henry street, Limerick. Phone 061-314111.

SPORTING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL
Limerick City Sports Partners is offering sports and physical activities for children and adults with disabilities. The Wheelers Get Out, Get Active Program will take place 7-8pm at Scoil Mhuire agus Ide, Newcastle West each Thursday from April 16 until June 4. Fee is €30. For further information please contact Siobhan O’Malley on 061 468542 or email somalley@limerickcitysports.ie.

MUSIC LESSONS
Music lessons continue every Thursday night in Shanagolden from 7-9pm. All musicians are welcome, young and old.

ST.SENAN’S SOCIAL SERVICES PILGRIMAGE
St. Senan’s Social Services Senior Citizen’s Pilgrimage to the Fr. Patrick Peyton CSC., Memorial Centenary celebration at Attymass, Ballina, Co. Mayo will take place on Thursday, May 7. Bus leaves Foynes at 8am and Mass will be held in the Fr. Peyton Centre, the fare is €17. Further information contact Anna Curtin on 069-65469.

SHANAGOLDEN NATIONAL SCHOOL
Parents who wish to enrol their child in Shanagolden National School may contact the school for an enrolment form at 069-60215.

ST. SENAN’S NATIONAL SCHOOL
Parents who wish to enrol their child in St. Senan’s National School may contact the school for an enrolment form at 069-65117.

BREAST CHECK
Breast Check will be offering free mammograms to women aged 50-64 in West Limerick at its Mobile Screening Unit located at Croom Orthopaedic Hospital. For further information consult www.breastcheck.ie.

YOGA
Yoga classes continue in Loughill Resource Centre every Monday night at 7.30pm. New members welcome.

INDOOR BOWLS CLUB
Anyone interested in learning more, including people who may have transport difficulties are asked to contact Jim on 069-77153.

PARENT & TODDLER GROUP
The Parent and Toddler Group continues to meet every Tuesday and Thursday morning in the Desmond Complex from 10.30am-12.30pm. New parents/carers are always welcome. Price €2 per family, including refreshments

AN INVITATION
Dromcollogher welcomes older people to the Day Care Centre. Make your visit to the centre a weekly occasion on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. Contact 063-83415.

MEDUGORJE 2009
The Newcastle West Medugorje Prayer Group are organising a pilgrimage to Medugorje from August 1-8, departing from Cork Airport, costing €659 for one week B&B and evening meal. Contact Mary Keating on 069-60375 or Paddy Geary 069-62443 or call to the Irish Nationwide Building Society, Church Street, Newcastle West.

WEST LIMERCK TOAST MASTERS
The local club meet at the Desmond Complex, Newcastle West on the first and third Wednesday of each month from September to June at 8.30pm.