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KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 4th June 2005

ICE CREAM PARTY IN BLUEBALL
Sunday next, 5th June sees all roads leading to Dermot and Catherine Troy’s home in Blueball, where an ‘Ice Cream Party’ will take place.
The party, which commences at 3.00p.m., is in aid of The Downs Syndrome Ireland Fund. So pack up the children next Sunday after lunch and bring them to Blueball for dessert, and you never know what might be in store for the adults also!! A great cause, and all support will be greatly appreciated.

MEETING RE FIRE STATION
A meeting will take place this Thurs. evening, 2nd June, in Kilcormac Community Centre, at 8.30p.m. to discuss the threatened closure of Kilcormac Fire Station Your attendance at this important meeting will be appreciated.

PROCESSION
The Procession of the Sacred Heart took place in Kilcormac on Sunday evening last. A great crowd turned out for this annual event, and the First Communion boys and girls and the choir also formed part of the procession, which was led by the Mountbolus Pipe Band. Thankfully the weather was kind, and the procession concluded with Benediction outdoors at the Altar in St. Cormac’s Park Fr. M. Meade, Mountbolus carried the Blessed Sacrament and Fr. Ed. Daly P.P. assisted.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY CAMOGIE CLUB
A fundraising Table Quiz will take place on this Fri. night 3rd June in The Mountain View, Mounbolus. The Quiz commences at 8.30p.m. sharp and tables of four are 20Euro. This quiz is to raise much needed funds for the fourteen girls going to Feile in Cork later in June. All family, friends and supporters of the girls are asked to please support this Quiz if possible, and it will be much appreciated.

KILCORMAC AFTERSCHOOL CLUB
During the ‘clean-up’ Offaly week held in April, leaders and students from the Kilcormac Afterschools Club did their bit for the local community by going out to the town park for a clean up session. Well done and thanks to them and Kilcormac Tidy Towns group appreciate all the help they get in keeping the town clean and tidy.

CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Leanne Troy, Blueball who won the U.16 Swimming 50Metre Freestyle in the Co. Finals of the Community Games in Clara. She now goes forward to represent Offaly in the Community Games in Mosney, in August. Well done Leanne.

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Good wishes and congratulations to Sinead Fox, Broughal, who celebrated her 21st Birthday last week, Many Happy Returns Sinead.

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Thanks to all the Ramblers who came out on Sunday last for the walk in Lough Boora Parklands. Unfortunately, due to other commitments the crowd was small, but nevertheless, enjoyed all who went along. Details of the June walk will be announced later.
Finally, Kilcormac Ramblers extend sympathy to Mrs. Eileen Horan and family, Eglish on the death of Peter, last week. The Ramblers have happy memories of a great afternoon spent at Peter and Eileen’s home one Sunday, last year.

SCOIL MHUIRE FUNDRAISER
Scoil Mhuire Kilcormac recently held a fund raising draw and the Staff and Board of Management would like to thank, very sincerely, the parents and children for their support. Particular thanks to the generous sponsors of all the prizes, and to all who supported the draw. Winners were Paul Lowry, Noel Flynn, Liam Troy, Aoibhenn Coffey, Shane Mooney, Mandy McCann, Georgie Troy, Richie Ryan, Tara Smith, Tom Buckley, Demi Leahy, Elaine Cullinane, J.P Craven, Claire Nevin, Dolores Scully, Martin Delaney Mick Carroll, Joe Molloy – all from Kilcormac, and Sean Lynch Daingean, Joe Feery, Ballycommon. Thanks again for your support.

ST BRIGID’S GOLF SOCIETY MOUNTBOLUS
The Charity fundraiser in aid of Dochas and Muscular Dystrophy, takes place in Castlebarna Golf Club on this Sat. 4th June. This will be a 4-Ball team event, at 180Euro per team. Anybody interested in playing should contact Declan Ryan about the time sheet. Your support would be very much appreciated.

TIR NA NOG
The Tir na Nog next meeting is on June 2nd in the Community Centre, Kilcormac at 2.15p.m., and all are welcome.

CHIROPODIST
The Chiropodist will be in attendance at the Community Centre, Kilcormac on this Sat. 4th June from 2.00p.m. to 4.00p.m.

FOROIGE YOUTH CLUB
In order to form a Foroige Youth Club in Kilcormac it would require at least a minimum of ten to twelve adult leaders to work a couple of hours once every two weeks in the Club. If you would be willing to help out, and have your name go on a list for the club please contact the Community Centre (0509/35445).

KILCORMAC COMMUNITY CENTRE.
The Snooker Club at the Community Centre is now open. Contact 0509/35445 for more information. Also the ‘summer special’ in the Fitness Suite is still open – 50Euro for 3 months. Also contact 35445, for further details.

KILCORMAC SPORTING AND CONSERVATION CLUB
The Sporting Club recently held their Annual General Meeting in Feigherys and elected the following Committee: Chairman Kevin Saddler, Vice-Chairman Brendan Bennett, Sec. Damien Barron, Asst. Sec. Paul Troy, Treasurer and Fund Officer and P.R.O. Dermot Bennett, Committee members Pat Howley, Don O’Boyle, Jim Moyney, Kevin Cunningham, Ned Guinan, Clive Clancy and Kenneth Feighery. Topics discussed were pheasant rearing, vermin control and partridge and quail release programmes. The Club hopes to release anything from 400 to 500 birds into surrounding areas this year alone. On the issue of vermin control the Club would like to notify all farmers in the Kilcormac area that it provides a service to control grey crows, foxes, magpies and mink, and that they can contact any of the officers or committee member mentioned above. It would also like to remind all members and anyone interested in joining the club that the deadline for membership and Insurance is Thurs. 16th June, and must be paid before that date. A Meeting will be held in Feigherys on 16th June, and membership is 20Euro and Insurance is 50Euro making a total fee of 70Euro.

BALLYBOY CCE
Nora’s set dancing class finished for the summer on Wednesday night 25th of May. A raffle was held in aid of Offaly Hospice and was a great success. We would like to thank all who supported Nora through the year and for the raffle.
All members who would like to take part in this year Ferbane Feis Ceoil 2005 on Saturday 18th of June closing date for entries: Friday 3rd June. All enquiries to Marion Kearns (090)6454146.
Next branch meeting will be held in Dan and Molly’s Ballyboy on the 16th of June at 9.30pm
Finally, the branch would like to extend deepest sympathy to the following families on their sad loss of their loved ones who they interred during the week- Mrs. Angela Coffey, Park Kilcormac. Mr. John Ryan Ballaghaderry Ballyboy. Mrs. Lily Talbot, St. Cormac’s Park Kilcormac. Mrs. Lena Moyles, Annaghmore.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 11th June 2005

KILCORMAC TIDY TOWNS
Kilcormac Tidy Towns group are again reminding all householders and business premises to be on the look out for litter, and please dispose of it. They are also pleased to see the hanging baskets and window boxes coming out. They add great colour to the area.
Well done to the residents of Mountrath St. and Mooney Tce. who came out on Sat. last and launched a great campaign on the weeds etc. on the side of the footpaths. It made a huge difference to the overall look of the street, and also great credit to the children from the area, and their Tidy Towns leader, who are consistently picking the litter from the street. Hopefully, if people keep using the bins, it won’t be too long before there is no litter to pick.
Meanwhile, to raise funds for the 2006 projects the Tidy Towns are having a sponsored walk on Tues. evening 21st June, starting in The Square at 8.00p.m. The route will be announced later, and following the walk there will be refreshments in the Community Centre. Sponsorship cards are in the shops and it is hoped it will be well supported. All are welcome, and last year’s walk was very much enjoyed by everyone who took part.

BENEFIT NIGHT
A Benefit night will take place in Gracelands, Kilcormac on Sunday, 19th June, at which the main attraction will be T.R. Dallas and Band. All funds raised at this Benefit night will go to the Lourdes Fund. All monies in this fund are used to bring local ill people to Lourdes, and therefore this night is very worthy of support. A Raffle will also take place on the night.

SENIOR CITIZENS OUTING
The Senior Citizens outing this year is on 24th June, and names should be given, as soon as possible, to Peggy (35297) or Colette (35274).

CHURCH GATE COLLECTION
The recent Church Gate Collection for the National Cancer Society was very generously subscribed to. The organisers wish to thank sincerely all those who subscribed so generously, and special thanks to all the collectors.

FOUR SEASONS GARDENING CLUB
The Gardening Club recently held their outing and meeting in Marty and Lucy Lynch’s garden at Birr St., Kilcormac, where, despite the inclement weather, everyone had a great afternoon whether it was watching the butter making, griddle-bread making or enjoying the vintage display that Marty is famous for.
The Club are very grateful to the many people who helped make their day so successful and enjoyable particularly Carmel Charles, Tom and Linda Buckley, Ann McRedmond, Evelyn Guinan for her slate display, and of course Tommy and Teresa for the music and everyone who came along and supported, helped at, and donated items for the flower and bric-a-brac sale. Particular thanks to Marty and Lucy for their cooperation in putting their garden at the disposal of the Gardening Club.
The next outing is to Nancy Costelloe’s garden at Clonaslee, and the date will be announced later.

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Kilcormac Ramblers are having their June walk in conjunction with the Kilcormac Tidy Towns Group, who are having a sponsored walk on Tues. 21st June. All Ramblers are asked to come along on that evening to the Square at 8.00p.m. and support the work of the Tidy Towns Group, by joining in the walk.

EXAMINATIONS
Good luck to all the Junior and Leaving Certificate Students, who start their examinations this week.

BALLYBOY CCE
The branch will be bag packing in Dunne’s Stores, Tullamore next weekend. All help and support will be greatly appreciated. This is one of our fund raising ventures for our branch.
The next branch meeting will be held in Dan and Mollys, Ballyboy on 16th June at 9.30p.m., and the branch would like to send best wishes to all its members who are sitting their examinations in the next few weeks.
Finally, the branch would like to extend deepest sympathy to the Kenny family on the recent death of their son Colin, RIP.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 18th June 2005

PARISH PRIEST CELEBRATES GOLDEN JUBILEE
On Monday night next, 20th June, it is hoped a great crowd will turn out for 7.30p.m. Mass. This Mass celebrates the Golden Jubilee of our Parish Priest Fr. Ed. Daly. A Golden Jubilee is a very special occasion so it is hoped everyone will turn out on the night.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY CAMOGIE CLUB
The U.14 camogie team is off to Cork at the weekend to take part in the Feile finals. They have a match on Friday, and two on Saturday, and hopefully there will be good results. Good luck to them and to their mentors Joan Murray and Joe Daly, and thanks to everyone who supported fundraisers for the trip.

KILCORMAC TIDY TOWNS
A reminder of the Sponsored walk on Tues. evening next, 21st June. All assemble in The Square at 8.00p.m. It has been decided to follow the same route as last year, as it coincides with the Feast of St. Cormac, and the walkers will visit St. Cormac’s well on the Ballincloghan Road on their return to town. Refreshments will be in the Community Centre after the walk, and all are welcome to come along and enjoy the evening.
Meanwhile the Tidy Towns group is particularly delighted to the response for a major clean up. The residents of Mooney Tce., Mountrath St. and Bridge St. are to be complimented on their response. There is a noticeable absence of litter, and hopefully this will continue. The Tidy Towns are also grateful to the local CE scheme and to Offaly Co.Co. and their local staff for their cooperation. Without this cooperation it would not be possible to maintain the present level of clean-ups.

SENIOR CITIZENS OUTING
The annual Summer outing for Senior Citizens will take place on Fri. 24th June. As seats are limited it is important you contact Peggy (35297) or Colette (35274), without delay.

CHIROPODIST
The Chiropodist will be in attendance on Tues. next, 21st June, in the Community Centre, Kilcormac from 12noon to 4.p.m. for senior citizens.

BENEFIT NIGHT
A Benefit night will take place in Gracelands, Kilcormac on this Sunday, 19th June, at which the main attraction will be T.R. Dallas and Band. A monster raffle will also take place. All funds raised at this Benefit night will go to the Lourdes Fund, and all support will be greatly appreciated

TIR NA NOG.
The next meeting of Tir na Nog will take place on this Thurs. 16th June in the Community Centre, Kilcormac at 2.15p.m. All are welcome.

FEAST OF ST. CORMAC
Tuesday next, 21st June, being the Feast of St. Cormac, Rosary will be recited at St. Cormac’s Well, at 3.00p.m. All are welcome to come along.

K/K G.A.A
The recent Church Gate Collection organised by K/K G.A.A. Club on behalf of the African Appeal Self Aid was very well supported and raised 557.81Euro. The organisers say a word of thanks to everyone who subscribed so generously, and particular thanks to all the collectors.

SET DANCING
All dancers please note that the dancing trip to Terryglass has been arranged for Thurs. 23rd June. Anyone interested in joining us, meet in O’Sullivans at 8.00p.m.
A word of thanks to all those who supported the dancing night in aid of Offaly Hospice. 310Euro was raised on the night.

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
All Kilcormac Ramblers, and their friends are asked to turn out on Tues. evening next in The Square at 8.00p.m. for the June walk. This will be in conjunction with Kilcormac Tidy Towns, who are having a sponsored walk on that evening.

FOUR SEASONS GARDENING CLUB
The outing to Nancy Costello’s garden at Clonaslee has been arranged for Monday 27th June arriving there at 7.30p.m. Directions on how to get there will be announced later. All are welcome – members and non-members.

MINI MARATHON
One of the most distinguished ladies taking part in the Ladies Mini Marathon on Monday week last was from Kilcormac, but on the day (s)he was not recognisable by the many friends. Well done to Liam Hand who completed the marathon and collected almost 400Euro on behalf of one of the charitable organisations he was supporting.

SPEECH AND DRAMA
Enrolments are now being taken for September 05 term. Classes cater for students from 4 yrs. to 16 yrs. (boys and girls). Also a 2-day Summer workshop will be held in Tullamore Rugby Club, and closing date for enrolments for this workshop is Wed. 29th June. For further information or to enrol phone 087/72924719. Also please remember places at the workshop are limited, so booking is essential as soon as possible.

SLIEVE BLOOM VINTAGE CLUB
A meeting of the Slieve Bloom Vintage Club will take place on Thurs. night 30th June, in the Community Centre, at 9.00p.m.

BOYS N.S. RE-UNION
A meeting of the Committee organising the Boys N.S. Re-Union will take place on Thurs. 23rd June in the Community Centre at 9.00p.m. and all committee members are requested to attend.

KILCORMAC SPORTING AND CONSERVATION CLUB
The Sporting Club remind all its members, and anyone interested in joining the club that membership and insurance must be paid on Thurs. 16th June in Feigherys at 9.30p.m. sharp. Membership is 20Euro and Insurance is 50Euro making a total of 70Euro per member.
BALLYBOY CCE
Our fundraiser in Dunne’s stores last weekend was a great success. Thanks to all our members who turned up and worked so hard. Your help was much appreciated. Also to Dunne’s Stores and their staff for giving us the opportunity to raise funds for our branch. We would like to wish all our members who are taking part in the Ferbane Feis Ceoil next Saturday the 28th of June the very best of luck.
Next branch meeting will be held in Dan and Molly’s Ballyboy on Wednesday night the 16thof June at 9.30pm.
Finally, the branch would like to extend deepest sympathy to the Buckley family of Mountrath Street Kilcormac on the recent death of their mother Bridie R.I.P.
K/K GOLF SOCIETY
A reminder to all members that the next outing is this Friday, 17th June in Esker Hills. The competition is a three ball scramble and members are asked to be there by 2.30 so that the draw can be made for teams. Later that night there will be a get together and prize giving in Feighery's.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 25th June 2005

GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS
Kilcormac was ‘en fete’ on Monday evening last for the special celebrations to mark the Golden Jubilee of Very Rev. Ed. Daly, P.P. Up to twenty priests led by Bishop Ml. Smith gathered in Kilcormac for 7.30p.m. Mass to mark this very special occasion. Afterwards, refreshments were served in the Community Centre and Fr. Daly was the recipient of many presentations.
A full report of the celebrations is elsewhere in this issue.

ORDINATION TO THE PRIESTHOOD
On Sunday next, 26th June at 4.00p.m. in St. Kieran’s Church, Cloughjordan, the Right Rev. Michael Mayes, Bishop of Limerick and Killaloe, will ordain Ruth Gill to the priesthood. The special preacher is the Rev. Aisling Shine, curate in Drumcondra and North Strand parish, Dublin. The Cloughjordan Community Choir under the direction of Mr. John Armitage will lead the singing, accompanied on the organ by Ruth’s sister, Elizabeth, organist in North Strand.
Although from Kilcormac Ruth has been serving as curate in the Cloughjordan and Borrisokane group of parishes for the past year, where the Rector is Canon Stephen Neill and will continue her curacy there. Everyone is warmly invited to come and lend their support to what promises to be an uplifting and happy occasion. Refreshments will be served on the hall afterwards.

KILCORMAC LABOUR PARTY
The Kilcormac Labour Branch annual draw will take place in McMahons, Main St., on this Fri. 245h June. Music is by Last Chance and all are welcome.

KILCORMAC FIRE BRIGAGE
The adjourned meeting to discuss the threatened closure of Kilcormac Fire Station will be held in the Community Centre, on this Thurs. 23rd June at 9.00p.m. A good attendance is hoped for.

ST. CORMAC’S PARK RESIDENTS ASSOC.
The committee of St. Cormac’s Park Residents Assoc. would like to thank all who helped to have the Park looking beautiful for the annual Corpus Christi Procession. Coming up to the event houses were painted, the walls around the Park were painted by a group of volunteers. Special thanks to Martin our CE worker who does great work.
We had an inspection for the Tidy Towns competition about the same time, which must be seen as good timing. We appeal to people not to drop litter and ask everyone to pick up outside their door.

BOYS N.S. RE-UNION
The committee of the Boys N.S. Re-Union are meeting on this Thurs. night 23rd June, in the Community Centre, at 9.00p.m. It is hoped to see all the committee present.

SUMMER CAMP 2OO5
The summer camp 2005 sponsored by Pat and Bernie Troy, Washington, commences on Tues. 5th July. All enrolled children are asked to watch the local notes or local shop windows for their week.

FOUR SEASONS GARDENING CLUB
The Gardening Club is having an outing on Mon. Evening next 27th June to Nancy Costello’s Garden, at Graiguenafulla, Clonaslee, arriving there at 7.30p.m. Everyone is welcome to go along and entry is 5Euro and tea will be served. For anyone unsure of the way – go through Clonaslee out the Dublin Road, turn left down by piggery, continue to T. Junction and turn right, continue on and veer left. You are now just at Nancy Costello’e garden, and if unsure, please enquire locally. Everyone is welcome, members and non-members.

BALLYBOY HIGH MILEAGE CLUB
The Club gets together again on Thurs. 30th June, when members are asked to meet at Dan & Molly’s at 4.00p.m. for an outing to Killoughey for what promises to be a very interesting and enjoyable evening.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY CAMOGIE CLUB
Well done to the girls who represented the club so well in Carrigaline, Co. Cork, in Feile at the weekend.
They won two games of our three in their group but unfortunately this was not enough to get them to the semi-final stages. The club wish to thank the supporters and parents who travelled to Cork for the weekend. The girls enjoyed their trip and the Carrigaline Club looked after them all very well. Special thanks to the team mentors Joan Murray and Joe Daly, and thanks also to Joe for driving the bus at the weekend.

ST. BRIGID’S GOLF SOCIETY MOUNTBOLUS
A great day was had at St. Brigid’s Golf Classic in Castle Barna on 4th June. Over 2600Euro was raised in aid of Dochais, Tullamore and Muscular Dystrophy, Ireland.
In 1st place were E. Hennessy, B. Hennessy, T. Fox and B.Gavan. In 2nd place were D.Rigney, D. Keating, B. Mahon and R.Walshe and in 3rd place were JU. Sheehan, A.Conconan, P. Newman ands. Dunne. The longest Drive was won by D.Caulfield, and nearest the pin was won by O.Bryant.
The club would like to thank everybody who sponsored and supported the Golf Classic.

O’MOLLOY CLAN GATHERING
A meeting of the O’Molloy Clan gathering will take place in Kilcormac Community Centre, on this Fri. night 24th June, at 8.30p.m.

SLIEVE BLOOM VINTAGE CLUB
A meeting of the Slieve Bloom Vintage Club will take place on Thurs. night 30th June, in the Community Centre, at 9.00p.m.

BALLYBOY CCE
Congratulations to all our members who took part in the Ferbane feis ceol last weekend and to those who received trophies and medals.
For good music singing and dancing, come along to our annual concert, which will be held next Friday night in the Community Centre in Kilcormac at 8p.m. sharp. Entry to concert free, raffle will be held on the night. Please come and support.
The branch would like to take this opportunity to thank Stella Boland, and Elaine Cullinane who have put a lot of work and time for the past years and who are now taking time out. We would like to wish them both the best of luck.
Good luck to all who are taking part in the Leinster Fleadh in Longford on the 8th 9th 10th of July.
As we are now taking a break for the summer the branch hopes all our members enjoy their holidays and see you all for the new season in September.

KILCORMAC TEEN SUMMER CAMP
Tuesday 28th June – Friday 1st July - 10:30am – 4pm Daily
If you are in secondary school, aged between 12 and 15 and would enjoy swimming, basketball, soccer, arts and crafts, canoeing and orienteering then pick up a registration form at St. Josephs Community Centre. (Pat Nolan)
Places on the camp will be allocated on a first come fist served basis. If any places remain open they will be available at a registration night in St. Josephs Community Centre on Thursday 23rd June. The camp will cost €10 and lunch will be provided each day. For further information please contact M.J.Grogan, West Offaly Partnership (0509-51622)

July

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 2nd July. 2005

KILCORMAC WOMAN ORDAINED TO THE PRIESTHOOD
Sunday last, 26th June was a great day of celebration for Ruth Gill, Kilgolan, Ballyboy, and her family when she was ordained in St. Kieran’s Church, Cloughjordan by the Right Rev. Michael Mayes, Bishop of Limerick and Killaloe. The special preacher was the Rev. Aisling Shine, curate in Drumcondra and North Strand parish, Dublin. The Cloughjordan Community Choir under the direction of Mr. John Armitage led the singing, accompanied on the organ by Ruth’s sister, Elizabeth, organist in North Strand.
Ruth will continue her curacy in the Cloughjordan and Borrisokane group of parishes where she has been serving as curate for the past year, with Rector Canon Stephen Neill.
The Church in Cloughjordan was packed to capacity for the occasion, and many of Ruth’s friends and neighbours from Kilcormac and Ballyboy travelled especially for the occasion. Afterwards refreshments were served in brilliant sunshine in the open air. We wish Ruth every blessing and success in her ministry.

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Kilcormac Ramblers are having a meeting on Monday night next, 4th July, in the Community Centre at 8.00p.m. approx. (after Mass). Hopefully there will be a full attendance, as the ‘away trip’ for this year is to be organised and the next few walks also have to be organised.

SUMMER CAMP 2005
Summer Camp 2005 begins on Tues. next 5th July when over 40 children will start four days of activities. The camp, sponsored by Pat and Bernie Troy, Washington, is looked forward to eagerly by all the participants. Children and their parents should make themselves aware of the times and rules relating to their week on. On the first day, Tuesday, children should be at the Community Centre, Kilcormac at 8.00a.m. and Wed. Thurs. and Fri. at 10.00a.m. and all are asked to note the earlier starting time on Tues. morning only. This applies every week of the camp.
The Summer Camp is open to children between the ages of 7 years and 6th class. All children must be of seven years or more as and from 1st July 2005.
The camp is limited to the first 200 applicants and positions in each week will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. The camp will run for five weeks from Tues. 5th July to Fri. 5th August, allowing for 40 applicants each week.
Children will be asked to arrive with a parent at 8.a.m. on the Tuesday to allow time for registration etc. and must be seated on the bus by 8.20a.m. The bus will leave at 8.30a.m. sharp for Fortlucan. Children will arrive back for collection at approx. 3.30p.m. in the Community Centre. The camp will start at 10.00a.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and finish at 3.30p.m.
Children should be left inside the KDA hall each morning and report to a supervisor or teacher on arrival. Children should be collected each evening inside the KDA hall and again report to a teacher or supervisor on departure. Please arrive on time for camp and be there to collect your child/children on time (the committee cannot accept responsibility for children not collected on time).
Each child should have a packed lunch every day with the exception of Friday when lunch will be provided.
Children are advised not to have valuables or money. Children will NOT be allowed to go to the shop during camp.
Children should wear their summer camp T-shirt each day. Children coming to the camp for the first time will be give a T-shirt; otherwise please bring your T-shirt from last year.
Children should wear a coat and bring a change of clothes and shoes on Tuesday to Fortlucan as activities are outdoors and includes some water activities. We ask that parents limit their children to 10Euro spending money on that day.
Respect for other children, teachers and supervisors and property is expected at all times. Bad language, threats or showing any type of disrespect towards others or property, will NOT be tolerated.
Failure to comply with any of the above may lead to expulsion from camp.
The children starting on Tues. 5th are: Lorraine Grimes, Aisling Grimes, Paddy Molloy, Katie Molloy, Sinead Grimes, Claire Conway, Aine Moore, Chloe Pyke, Ellie Schnackenberg, Eoin Bracken, Paul Bracken, Jamie Harte, Gary Harte, Roisin Bradley, Eoghan Phelan, Tara Phelan, Maria Byrne, Claire Sheridan, Imelda Noonan, Craig Nolan, Nathan Charles, Ciara Hennessey, Niamh Staveley, Emma Craven, Shane Craven, Roseann Buckley, Tony Buckley, Mary-Beth Nevin, Sean Staveley, Stephen Dooley, Niamh Dooley, Cathal Dooley, Rose Casey, Alan Guy, Tara Walsh, Dylan Leonard, Christopher Scully, Ciara Guinan, Daniel Gilligan, Jerome Gilligan, Moya Feighery, Aileen Feighery, Alisha Leonard and Jason Leonard.
There is one Leader and four helpers each day on the Camp, and on Tues. it is off to Fortlucan, Dublin, and Wed. and Thurs. it is Birr Swimming Pool and Art/Sports, and Fri. Athlone Leisure Centre.
We hope all the children and their helpers have a good summer camp, enjoy it and have lots of fun.

KILCORMAC TIDY TOWNS
Work is still on-going in the endeavours to keep Kilcormac Tidy. Well done to the children in Mountrath St. and their Tidy Towns Helper, who come out every Saturday, litter picking. The street is now virtually litter free most of the time. Many thanks to everyone who came out on Tues. 21st for the sponsored walk. It was most successful, with plenty of sponsorship, good weather and a great crowd. Thanks to Paddy Heaney for his lovely talk on the binding wheel at the bridge, and to all the members of Kilcormac Ramblers who came along also. Thanks to P.J. in the Community Centre for having the refreshments ready. The sponsored walk collection outside Centra on the Friday was also very successful and many thanks to all who ‘manned’ the point all day, particularly Ann Murphy, who organised the entire day.
Thanks also to the local staff of Offaly Co/Co. who are playing their part in keeping Kilcormac tidy. Great mowing during the past week.
Kilcormac Tidy Towns group has now entered the Offaly Leader and Offaly Co/Co. Cherished places competition for the third year. It is important to keep up the momentum, as Kilcormac should be tidy all the time, not just for entering competitions.

PLAYGROUP LEADER RETIRES
The very popular Playgroup Leader, Helen Craven retired last Friday. Helen has been involved with the very young children in Playgroup for the past 18 years. The first 13 years were in a private playschool, and for the past five years she was Play Leader with Kilcormac Community Playgroup. While she is looking forward to having more time for herself, Helen admits she enjoyed her time with the young children and will miss the fun and spontaneity of them. We wish Helen well for the future.

SLIEVE BLOOM VINTAGE CLUB
The Slieve Bloom Vintage Club meets this Thurs. 30th June in Kilcormac Community Centre, at 9.00p.m. A full attendance is hoped for.

KILCORMAC LABOUR BRANCH
Kilcormac branch of the Labour Party held their annual draw on Fri. night last in McMahons, Main St. They say a sincere word of thanks to everyone who supported the night, bought tickets and to all who sponsored prizes. Special thanks to McMahons for their help and to Last Chance for supplying the music. A great night was had by all. Prizewinners were 1st Portable TV McMahons, 2nd DVD player Adrian Kane, 3rd Walkman Matt Loonam, 4th Kettle and Toaster Cara Greville, 5th Hand Blender Yvonne McRedmond, 6th Btl. Whiskey Pascal Murray. Door prizes Jim Heffernan and James Rosney.

ANNUAL VINTAGE TRACTOR RUN
The Annual Vintage Tractor Run will take place this year on Sunday 10th July. The tractors will assemble in Kilcormac at 9.00a.m. and leave at 12.30p.m. approx. All tractors taking part should have valid insurance. Insurance can be arranged through the Vintage Club if required. Contact Kieran Charles (087/9067307).

BALLYBOY HIGH MILEAGE CLUB
The Club gets together again on this Thurs. 30th June, when members are asked to meet at Dan & Molly’s at 4.00p.m. for an outing to Killoughey for what promises to be a very interesting and enjoyable evening.

BALLYBOY CCE
The branch would like to congratulate Rev. Fr Daly on reaching his golden jubilee and wish him well for many years to come.
CongratulationS also to Mrs. Ruth Gill, Ballyboy who was ordained last Sunday in Cloughjordan. Best wishes to Ruth and her family from all her friends.
We would like to thank all our members who gave up their time to participate in our annual concert last Friday night. Thanks to everyone who helped on the night and a special thanks to Michael Buckley, who provided us with the sound equipment.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 9th July, 2005

KILCORMAC GIRL WINS GOLD
Kilcormac girl Lorraine Regan travelled to England last week with the Irish Wheelchair Association to take part in the British Junior Championships in Blackpool. She competed on Sat. and Sun. last and won gold in Shot Putt and Discus. She also competed in the Javelin. On Monday of this week she continued on to Stoke Mandeville in Buckinghamshire to take part in the World Junior Championships. She competes on this Wed. and Thurs., also in Shot Putt, Discus and Javelin.
Lorraine is fourteen years of age and is daughter of Michael and Josie Regan, Mooney Tce., Kilcormac. She is one of the nine representatives from Ireland taking part in the games. She is the only one from Offaly to travel to the games, organised by the Wheel Chair Association. Congratulations to Lorraine on winning her gold, and we wish her well in the World Championships this week.

ST. CORMAC’S BOYS N.S. CELEBRATES 50 YEARS.
Plans are now at an advanced stage for the St. Cormac’s Boys N.S. Kilcormac, celebrating fifty years from 1943-1993. This great celebration will take place in The County Arms Hotel, Birr on Fri. 23rd September, with music by Domino. Tickets are on sale price 30Euro, and can be had from Joe Coleman (35045), Joe Slevin (35298), Sean Nevin (35389), Eugene Gorman (35451) or Mick Spain (35080). As tickets are limited it is advisable to book, without delay from any of the aforementioned.

BALLYBOY CCE
A senior session will take place on Wed. 13th July in Dan & Mollys to say farewell to the two music teachers Stella Boland and Elaine Cullinane, and thanks for all their dedicated and hard work over the past number of years.
The branch also wishes good luck to their members who are competing in the Leinster Fleadh Cheoil in Longford at the weekend.

CEMETERY DEVOTIONS
Cemetery Devotions will take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Kilcormac on Sun. 17th July at 8.00p.m. All should have their graves attended to before then, and all weeds and rubbish etc. taken away.

KILCORMAC SUMMER CAMP 2005
Week two of the Summer Camp 2005 commences on Tues. next 12th July, and the lucky children on for this week are:
Denis Bracken, Dan Bracken, Eilish Bracken, Paul Dunican, Leanne Dunican, Mary Nevin, Fionnuala Nevin, Debbie Flynn, Jason Studdert, Joseph Daly, Shannon Guinan, Celine Melia, Stephen Bracken, Donal Bracken, Sarah Bracken, Rachel Owens, John Owens, Kevin Bracken, Jennifer Bracken, Laura Buckley, Daniel Mahon, Carol Mahon, Eleanor Grennan, Aoife Sweeney, Shane Mitchell, Michael Murray, Darragh Egan, John Monaghan, Eoin Delaney, Amy Dunican, Chloe Halpin, Becky Troy, Meabh Fogarty, Emma Quinn, Molly Darcy, Clodagh Tooher, Edel Gonoude, Alison Monaghan, Adam Tierney, Grace Talbot, Niamh Talbot, Colleen Costello and Aileen Costello.
All children and their parents are reminded of the rules of the camp
Children will be asked to arrive with a parent at 8.a.m. on the Tuesday to allow time for registration etc. and must be seated on the bus by 8.20a.m. The bus will leave at 8.30a.m. sharp for Fortlucan. Children will arrive back for collection at approx. 3.30p.m. in the Community Centre. The camp will start at 10.00a.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and finish at 3.30p.m. Please note the earlier starting time of 8.00a.m. on Tues. morning only.
Children should be left inside the KDA hall each morning and report to a supervisor or teacher on arrival. Children should be collected each evening inside the KDA hall and again report to a teacher or supervisor on departure. Please arrive on time for camp and be there to collect your child/children on time (the committee cannot accept responsibility for children not collected on time).
Each child should have a packed lunch every day with the exception of Friday when lunch will be provided.
Children are advised not to have valuables or money. Children will NOT be allowed to go to the shop during camp.
Children should wear their summer camp T-shirt each day. Children coming to the camp for the first time will be give a T-shirt; otherwise please bring your T-shirt from last year.
Children should wear a coat and bring a change of clothes and shoes on Tuesday to Fortlucan as activities are outdoors and includes some water activities. We ask that parents limit their children to 10Euro spending money on that day.
Respect for other children, teachers and supervisors and property is expected at all times. Bad language, threats or showing any type of disrespect towards others or property, will NOT be tolerated.
Failure to comply with any of the above may lead to expulsion from camp. Enjoy the Camp and have lots of fun.

FOUR SEASONS GARDENING CLUB
Members and friends of the Gardening Club travelled on Monday of last week to Jim and Nancy Costelloe’s garden in Clonaslee. They had a wonderful evening there in the beautiful garden and sincere thanks to Jim and Nancy for the splendid tea and refreshments. Thanks also to everyone who travelled on Monday evening.
It is proposed to have a break in Lisdoonvarna in late September, Mon/Wed. There are no definite plans yet, the trip will only take place if there is sufficient interest. Please contact Eileen (35152), without delay if you are interested.

SLIEVE BLOOM VINTAGE CLUB
The Annual Vintage Tractor Run takes place on this Sun. 10th July, when the tractors start assembling in Kilcormac from 8.00a.m. The drivers and helpers will then have breakfast, as usual, in the Community Centre, and will leave Kilcormac at 11.00a.m. for Ballyboy/Ballinacarrig/Coolagh/Clonaslee through The Cut and back to Kinnitty and finishing at Kinnitty Castle. A bucket collection will be taken up for Temple St. Children’s University Hospital. Further information can be had from Tom (087/2922053), Kieran (087/9067307) or Ger (087/6172331).

LOURDES FUND
The organising committee of the recent fundraiser in Gracelands for the Lourdes Fund say a sincere word of thanks to everyone who supported the night. Thanks also to TR Dallas who provided the music. Special thanks to all who sponsored prizes and sold tickets. The night was a great success.

B/K FRIENDS OF CHERBOBYL
B/K Friends of Chernobyl are once again hosting a group of children from Chernobyl. On Wed. of last week thirteen children and one interpreter arrived in our area. They have now settled in with their host families, and we hope they have a safe and enjoyable stay here. The Friends of Chernobyl say a sincere word of thanks to everyone who supported their fundraising efforts during the past year.

KILCORMAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY
A meeting of the Kilcormac Historical Society will take place on Tues. night next, 12th July at 8.30p.m. in the Community Centre, Kilcormac.

TIR NA NOG
Members of Tir na nOg meets this Thurs. 7th July at 2.15p.m. in the Community Centre, Kilcormac. All welcome

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Kilcormac Ramblers are out and about for their July walk on Sunday 17th July. The walk is in the Mountpleasant area of Killoughey. Assemble in The Square at 2.00p.m. and all interested in coming along please note that the walk will be over and everyone will be home in good time for Cemetery Devotions.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 23rd July. 2005

ST. BRIGID’S GOLF SOCIETY, MOUNTBOLUS
St. Brigid’s Golf Society had their outing in Esker Hills on 9th July and a great day was enjoyed by all who took part. Jerry Sheehan won the overall. P.J. Murray and Fr. Jerry White were 1st and 2nd in category One. Sean Flanagan and Seamus Gleeson were 1st and 2nd in category Two. Ray Martin and Donal Rigney were 1st and 2nd in category Three. Eugene Hennessy won nearest the pin,
Presentation took place in The Bee Hive, Mountbolus. The next outing of the Society will take place in Moate Golf Club on 20th August.

SUMMER CAMP 2005
Summer Camp for week 4 begins on Tues. next 26th July, and all children are asked to arrive at the Community Centre, Kilcormac, with a parent at 8.a.m. on that day to allow for registration and they must be seated on the bus by 8.20a.m. The bus will leave at 8.30a.m. sharp for Fortlucan, Dublin. All children will arrive back for collection at 3.30p.m. approx. in the Community Centre. The camp will start at 10.00a.m. on Wed. Thurs.and Fri. and also finish at 3.30p.m. Parents are asked to collect their children on time each evening.
Each child should have a packed lunch every day with the exception of Friday when lunch will be provided.
Children are advised not to have valuables or money. Children will NOT be allowed to go to the shop during camp.
Children should wear their summer camp T-shirt each day. Children coming to the camp for the first time will be given a T-shirt; otherwise please bring your T-shirt from last year.
Children should wear a coat and bring a change of clothes and shoes on Tuesday to Fortlucan as activities are outdoors and includes some water activities. We ask that parents limit their children to 10Euro spending money on that day.
Respect for other children, teachers and supervisors and property is expected at all times. Bad language, threats or showing any type of disrespect towards others or property, will NOT be tolerated.
Failure to comply with any of the above may lead to expulsion from camp.
The following children should be at the Community Centre at 8.a.m. on Tues. 26th July – Shane Guinan, Jayne Flaherty, Niamh Troy, Roger Deegan, Barry Leonard, Mark Gleeson, Matthew Molloy, Ronan Molloy, Evan Hunt, Cliona Hunt, Cathal Guinan, Shauna Bracken, Ciara Buckley, Aoife Buckley, Declan Buckley, Amy Murphy, Cathal Murphy, Sean Murphy, Cormac McConigley, Niamh Heffernan, Helen Norton, Sharon Gonoude, Aoife Gonoude, Graham Troy, Alisha Killian, Hannah Curley, Siobhan Egan, Edel Egan, Francis Egan, Rebecca Killian, Sean Killian, Kevin Ryan, Niamh Ryan, Dermot Ryan, Michael Ryan, Aoife Monaghan, Mikayla Mitchell, Martina Harte, Aoife Dalzell, Harley Dalzell, Adam Guinan, Nicole Heffernan, Jennifer Cooke and Laura Cooke.
Enjoy the Camp and have lots of fun.

KILCORMAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Kilcormac Historical Society are arranging a trip to Maam Cross in Co. Galway for Sat. 27th August, staying overnight, and returning on Sun. 28th August. A deposit of 30Euro will secure a place on the trip and should be paid on or before Sat. 6th August. Contact Attracta Dooley (35956) or Agnes Gorman (35252 night time). Further details of trip later.

BALLYBOY HIGH MILEAGE CLUB
The High Mileage Club meets on Thurs. 28th July in Dan & Mollys at 4.00p.m. There is then a trip to Litter Luna in Cadamstown with Paddy Heaney, and this is followed by tea in Dempseys. A great afternoon out for everyone.

TIR NA NOG
The members of Tir na Nog had a very enjoyable outing on Thurs. last 14th July. The day commenced from the Community Centre at 10.30a.m. and the first call was to Larry Egan’s Village in Belmont. This was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone and thanks to Larry for his hospitality. At this point Tir na Nog say a sincere word of sympathy to Larry and the Egan family on their bereavement at that time.
It was on then to the Doon Transport Museum, which was opened specially for the Tir na Nog group and they received a great welcome from Kieran and Connie Hanniffy, and thanks to them for accommodating the group. From Doon they travelled on to The Hudson Bay Hotel, Athlone for a meal, which was served in a beautiful setting on the banks of the Shannon. Back then to Ballinahown and a visit to Celtic Roots. The group were accompanied by Teresa Coyne, a native of Ballinahown and there were many tales of her growing up there, but we won’t go into any of them here.
The bus arrived back in Kilcormac at approx. 5.30p.m. with a group of very happy people having enjoyed a great day out. Sincere thanks is due to the organisers of the trip, to West Offaly Partnership for supplying the bus and Mick the driver, and to everyone who travelled and made the day so enjoyable.

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Kilcormac Ramblers had their July walk on Sunday last. At 2.30p.m. a sizeable group left Blueball and walked towards Mountpleasant, where they were met by local man Johnny Butterfield, who brought them on a ‘conducted tour’ of the area, and told many anecdotes and historical stories about the people who lived there many years ago - the O’Connor Morris family. It was a most interesting afternoon, and the sun shone brightly adding to the enjoyment of the day. Following the walk everyone returned to The Blueball for tea and refreshments. Thanks to Vera Hayden for organising the day, Johnny Butterfield for leading the walk, and Carmel and her staff for the refreshments.
The Ramblers next outing is on 21st August and this is the ‘away trip’. This year the venue is Castlepollard and the village of Fore in Co. Westmeath. A bus will run and will leave Kilcormac at 10.00a.m. More details will be given later about the trip. Meanwhile, to book your seat on the bus contact Mary Feighery (35091).

CEMETERY DEVOTIONS
Cemetery Devotions took place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Kilcormac on Sunday evening last, and there was a huge turnout for this occasion. Fr. Ed. Daly P.P. assisted by Fr. Patrick Keary led the prayers and blessing of the graves and Rosary was recited by members of the large crowd present.
Cemetery Devotions take place on Fri,. 29th July in Rathlihen Cemetery at 7.00p.m. on Saturday 30th July in Killoughey at 7.00p.m. and on Sun., 31st July in Mountbolus following 11.00a.m. Mass.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 30th July. 2005

FAME AND FORTUNE
All eyes in Kilcormac will be on RTE 1 programme Fame and Fortune on Sat. evening next when Frances Scully, Ave Maria St., will be one of the contestants. Frances’ name was one of the lucky ones selected during last Saturday’s programme. We wish her the best of luck and hope she ‘spins the wheel’.

ST. CORMAC’S BOYS N.S. CELEBRATING 50 YEARS
Plans are now very well advanced for the celebration of 50 years of St. Cormac’s Boys N.S. Tickets are now on sale for this major event, which will be held on Friday 23rd Sept. in The Co. Arms Hotel, Birr. It is hoped to have an informal “get together” in the school at 6.00p.m. where light refreshments will be served. Mass will be concelebrated in the Church of The B.V.M at 7.30p.m. after which those attending will be brought to Birr in busses, (kindly sponsored by Pat Troy). The meal is timed for 9.00p.m.
This celebration is not confined to past pupils only; spouses and partners will be more than welcome on the night.
As there is limited availability on the night it is advisable to get your tickets in time. This will be a unique event – a chance to meet old school friends and renew old acquaintances.

PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock takes place on Sunday, 14th August. A Bus will travel from Kilcormac and anyone wishing to travel should contact Claire (0509/35328), as soon as possible.

K.K. CAMOGIE
The Leinster U.14 Camogie Final takes place in Sat. evening next 30th July in O’Moore Park, Portlaoise. Kilcormac/Killoughey club have great representation on the team, so good support from the parish is hoped for and we wish them the very best of luck.

BALLYBOY HIGH MILEAGE CLUB
The High Mileage Club meets this Thurs. 28th July, at Dan & Mollys at 4.00p.m. and then go on a visit to Litter Luna in Cadamstown, followed by a cup of tea in Dempseys.

B/K FRIENDS OF CHERNOBYL
Once again, after spending a month with their host families in Kilcormac, it is time for the children from Chernobyl to return to their own country. They leave on this Thurs. morning early, with their interpreter Albina. They had a very enjoyable and busy month. This year they tried out some new activities such as canoeing, and they really enjoyed it. The children, their interpreter and the organising committee wish to thank all the people who hosted them. We wish them a safe journey back to their homeland, and look forward to seeing them again next year.

BIRTHDAY WISHES
Many Happy Returns to Damien Guinan, St. Cormac’s Park and to Lorraine Saddler, who last week celebrated their 21st birthdays. Congratulations to both young people.

CHURCH GATE COLLECTION
A Church Gate Collection for the Lourdes Fund will take place this weekend Sat.30th/Sun.31st July. All subscriptions will be very much appreciated.

COMMUNITY GAMES
Teams from the Boys and Girls hurling and camogie clubs are competing in the All-Ireland Community Games in Mosney in August. At the moment there are many fund-raising events taking place to fund event. On this Fri. night 29th July a Table Quiz is taking place in The Mountain View, Mountbolus commencing at 9.00p.m. Tables of four are 20Euro. It is hoped that all parents and friends will support the night. On Sunday 31st July a “Dancing with Lunatics” will take place in Dooleys Beer Garden, Kilcormac from 5.00p.m. to 9.00p.m. This will be a great family occasion of music and craic, so come along and have a good evening out and at the same time you are supporting our young people going to Mosney.
More dates for your diary re the Community Games – Table Quiz in Ballyboy 5th August, and Poker Classic in McMahons, Kilcormac on 12th August. More details later re these events.

KILCORMAC SUMMER CAMP 2005
The final week of the Kilcormac Summer Camp 2005 commences on Tues. next 5th August, and all the rules of the past four weeks still apply.
Children are asked to arrive with a parent at 8.a.m. on the Tuesday to allow time for registration etc. and must be seated on the bus by 8.20a.m. The bus will leave at 8.30a.m. sharp for Fortlucan. Children will arrive back for collection at approx. 3.30p.m. in the Community Centre. Please note earlier starting time of 8.a.m. on Tues. only. Wed. Thurs. and Fri. arrive at 10.00a.m.
Each child should have a packed lunch every day with the exception of Friday when lunch will be provided.
Children are advised not to have valuables or money. Children will NOT be allowed to go to the shop during camp.
Children should wear their summer camp T-shirt each day. Children coming to the camp for the first time will be give a T-shirt; otherwise please bring your T-shirt from last year.
Children should wear a coat and bring a change of clothes and shoes on Tuesday to Fortlucan as activities are outdoors and includes some water activities. We ask that parents limit their children to 10Euro spending money on that day.
Respect for other children, teachers and supervisors and property is expected at all times. Bad language, threats or showing any type of disrespect towards others or property, will NOT be tolerated.
Failure to comply with any of the above may lead to expulsion from camp. Enjoy the camp and have lots of fun.
The following children bring the Summer Camp to a close: Emily White, Megan Plunkett, Rosemary Grennan, Padraic Troy, Mary Daly, Stephen Serviss, Edel Daly, Laura Coyne, Elaine Screeney, Stephen Screeney, Kirie Buckley, Ross Buckley, Joe Daly, Aoife Mooney, Jessica Mahon, Carina Dunne, Orlaith Horan, James Kilmartin, Anthony Kilmartin, Mark Ryan, Ciaran Condron, Mary McDonald, Bridget Behan, Peter Geraghty, Thomas Geraghty, Cathal Mahon, Oisin Mahon, Brian Mahon, Peter Troy, Kevin Coyne, Orla Murray, Conor Hand, Joseph Mahon, Aine Mahon, Emma Scully, Stephanie Galvin, Stephen Horan, Laura Melia, Amy Lynch, Grainne Gonoude, Fabian Hand, Rory Dunican and Enda Grogan.

RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION
A Meeting of Mountrath St./Mooney Tce. Residents Association was held in the Community Centre on Wed. 13th July. Committee elected Chairman Timmy Molloy Vice Chairman Christy Hand, Sec. Ann Murphy, Treasurer Martin Delaney, and Asst. Treas. David Hand.
Chairman Timmy Molloy extended thanks to the outgoing committee for the good work they had done. He also said thanks to everyone who attended and expressed the hope that all can make a difference to the areas in which they live and that all residents will help and agree with the committee in the roll they have to take in the upkeep of their areas.

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Kilcormac Ramblers are making final plans for their “away outing” on Sunday, 21st August. The outing is to Castlepollard, with a walk in Mullaghmean Forest Park, and a visit to the historical village of Fore, and return to Castlepollard for an evening meal. Mullaghmean Forest Park consists of 1000 acres, and is the largest planted beech Forest in Western Europe and spans three counties Meath, Westmeath and Cavan.
In the village of Fore the walkers will have a guide to bring them on a tour of the “Seven Wonders of Fore”. There will also be afternoon tea, and a ‘seanchai’for story telling and music available. Walkers are advised to bring a packed lunch.
Bus will leave Kilcormac at 10.00a.m. on 21st August, and fare, including bus, afternoon tea, and guide, is 15Euro. Names for the outing should be given to Mary Feighery (35091), as soon as possible.

FOUR SEASONS GARDENING CLUB
The Gardening Club is proposing a short trip away in September. The trip would be to Lisdoonvarna leaving on Mon. morning 19th Sept. and return on Wed. 21st Sept.
If there is not sufficient interest in the trip it will not take place, so anyone interested in travelling should contact Eileen (35152), as soon as possible.

August

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 6th August. 2005

COMMUNITY GAMES
Fund-raising for the boys and girls who are taking part in the All-Ireland Community Games in Mosney is ongoing. This Friday night see a Table Quiz in Dan & Mollys, Ballyboy, commencing at 9.00p.m. with Table of four 20Euro.
Friday night, 12th August there is a ‘Poker Classic’ in McMahons, Kilcormac also commencing at 9.00p.m. All support will be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks to all who attended and supported the two fund-raisers last weekend.

‘FAME AND FORTUNE’
Well done to Frances Scully on her winnings on the RTE 1 programme ‘Fame and Fortune’ on Sat. night last. Edel Feighery, on behalf of Frances, played the game and came away with over 7000Euro and a holiday. A large contingent of family and friends of Frances travelled to Dublin on Friday for the recording of the programme and by all accounts they had a wonderful day out.

CHIROPODIST
The Chiropodist will be in attendance in Kilcormac Community Centre, on Sat. 6th August from 2.00p.m. to 4.00p.m.

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
There are still some seats left for the Kilcormac Ramblers outing to Castlepollard and the Village of Fore on 21st August. Bus leaves Kilcormac at 10.00a.m. Names to Mary Feighery (35091), as soon as possible.

SYMPATHY
Deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Carmel Charles, Ballincloghan, Kilcormac, and her family, on the death of her sister Mrs. Clare Rowley, who dies in Mohill, Co. Leitrim, last week.

BALLYBOY CCE
Ballyboy branch CCE extend deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Sally Leahy, Kinnitty Road, Kilcormac who dies last week.

LOURDES FUND
The Lourdes Fund, say a sincere word of thanks to everyone who supported their Church Gate Collection last weekend. Thanks also to all the collectors.

SLIEVE BLOOM VINTAGE CLUB
The next meeting of the Slieve Bloom Vintage Club takes place in Kilcormac Community Centre, on Thurs. 25th August, at 9.00p.m. The Club would also like to extend sympathy to their Chairperson Ger Leahy, and his family on the death of his mother, Mrs. Sally Leahy, recently.

K/K G.A.A.
A meeting of the K/K G.A.A. club will take place on this Wed. night 3rd Aug. in Ard Aobhann, Mountbolus, at 9.45p.m.

KILCORMAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY
A meeting of Kilcormac Historical Society will take place on Tues. night next, 9th Aug. in the Community Centre, Kilcormac at 9.00p.m.
A reminder also of the outing on 27/28 Aug. to Maam Cross, Co. Galway. Names to
Agnes Gorman (35252) or Attracta Dooley (35956), with deposit of 30Euro on or before 6th August.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 13th August. 2005

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
A reminder that there are still a few seats left for the Kilcormac Ramblers outing on 21st August. The Ramblers are travelling to Castlepollard, Mullaghmean Forest Park, and the Village of Fore, leaving Kilcormac at 10.00a.m. The fare is 15Euro, and includes Bus, refreshments in Fore, and Guide, and names should be given to Mary Feighery (35091).

COMMUNITY GAMES
The last fund-raising event for the Community Games participants going to Mosney at the end of the month takes place this Fri. night, 12th August. A Poker Classic will be held in McMahons, Main St., commencing at 9.00p.m. and all support will be greatly appreciated. The Poker Classic will be 25Euro per person, and prizes will be pro-rata. Refreshments will also be served on the night.
Sincere thanks to all who supported the very successful Table Quiz in Dan & Mollys on Fri. night last.

PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock takes place on this Sunday, 14th August. A Bus will travel from Kilcormac, leaving The Square at 9.00a.m. sharp. There are still a few seats available and anyone wishing to travel should contact Claire (0509/35328), as soon as possible.

SLIEVE BLOOM VINTAGE CLUB
The next meeting of the Slieve Bloom Vintage Club takes place in Kilcormac Community Centre, on Thurs. 25th August, at 9.00p.m.

CHURCH SERVICES
Monday next 15th August – Masses will be at 11.00a.m. and 7.30p.m. There will not be a vigil Mass on Sunday evening.

KNOCK EVENING VIGIL
The Annual Evening Vigil to Knock takes place on Thurs. 18th August. Bus leaves Mountbolus at 3.45p.m., Kilcormac 4.00p.m. Phone 0506/54912 before Sunday, 14th August.

KILCORMAC CCE
Kilcormac branch CCE were deeply saddened by the recent death of their President Paddy Bracken, Luganiska. Paddy was a tremendous supporter of all the activities of the branch, and attended all their functions. He was always complimentary of the work that was done by the branch in fostering traditional music song and dance. He attended many of the Fleadh Cheoils organised in the past decade by the branch. They extend deepest sympathy to his wife Rose, family and friends.
Ar dheis De go raibh a h-ainm dhilis.

FOUR SEASONS GARDENING CLUB
The proposed outing of the Gardening Club to Lisdoonvarna for Sept. 19th/21st, will not now take place, due to lack of interest. The Club regrets any inconvenience to anyone who had expressed interest in travelling.

BOYS N.S. 50 YEARS CELEBRATION
Have you booked your Ticket for the Boys N.S. 50 Years Celebration in September? If not, why not? It will be a great night to meet old friends and renew old acquaintances in The County Arms Hotel, Birr on Fri. 23rd September. Tickets are on sale 30Euro each, and are limited. They may be had from Joe Slevin (35298), Joe Coleman (35045), Mick Spain (35080), Sean Nevin (35389), Eugene Gorman (35451). It is hoped to have an informal “get together” in the school at 6.00p.m. where light refreshments will be served. Mass will be concelebrated in the Church of The B.V.M at 7.30p.m. and then a bus (sponsored by Pat Troy) will take people to
Birr for Dinner which will be served at 9.00p.m.

KILCORMAC SUMMER CAMP
Kilcormac Summer Camp, sponsored by Pat and Bernie Troy has come to an end for this year, having run for five weeks.
215 children attended the summer camp. It was very successful again this year.
We would like to thank Summer camp leader Jonathan Dunne and the helpers
Andrea Flynn, John Flynn, Sinead Spain, Danielle Quinn, Jacinta Yeates, who looked
after our children for the five weeks.
The parents of these 215 children from Kilcormac/Killoughey
would like to thank Pat & Bernie Troy. This Summer Camp could
not happen without them. Every year for the past 10 years Pat
and Bernie Troy have given their funding and support and commitment to Summer Camp
It has become a huge success. The committee work hard to pull it all together, so
thankfully, all went well and everybody enjoyed the camp. A special word
of thanks to everybody who helped to make Summer Camp 2005
a success and thanks to the K/K Notes on the local papers who gave the Camp a great write up every week.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 20th August. 2005

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Last reminder of the Ramblers outing on Sunday next, 21st August. The outing is to Castlepollard leaving The Square, Kilcormac at 10.00a.m. From Castlepollard it is off to Mullaghmean Forest Park, where a walk will take place, short or long, depending on the weather. Following the walk it is off to the Village of Fore, where a guide will bring the group around the village and show off the “Seven Wonders of Fore”. Refreshments will be served in the Coffee Shop in Fore and afterwards we will be entertained with music and a seanchai. The ramblers will then return to Castlepollard at approx. 6.30p.m. for an evening meal. Fare is 15Euro (includes bus, refreshments in Fore and guide). It is adviseable to bring a packed lunch, and wear suitable clothing, depending on the weather. A few seats still remain, contact Mary Feighery (35091), without delay.
BOYS N.S. 50 YEARS CELEBRATION
A meeting will take place on this Thurs. night, 18th August, in the Community Centre, Kilcormac, at 9.30p.m. re the Boys N.S. 50 years Celebration taking place on Fri. 23rd Sept. in The Co. Arms Hotel, Birr. A full attendance of all committee members is hoped for at this meeting.
As part of the fund-raising for this special occasion, a Table Quiz will be held in Feigherys, Main St., on Thurs. 25th August. Table Quiz commences at 9.00p.m. and tables of four are 20Euro.
BARBECUE IN MOUNTBOLUS
The annual Barbecue will take place on Sun. next 21st Aug. in The Mountain View, commencing at 4.00p.m. It will be a great afternoon of music, song and dance, with good food and great craic. Go along early and enjoy!!!
‘TELETHON’ PEOPLE IN NEED
Kilcormac Social Services benefited from the ‘Telethon’ People in Need trust which distributed its funds recently. Every two years there is a nationwide fundraising effort by People in Need, and Kilcormac usually contributes greatly to the fundraising. It is only fitting then that some of the money raised comes back to the area. The Social Services received 2000Euro, which will be put to good use.
PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK
The Legion of Mary, Kilcormac would like to thank everhyone who travelled on their Diocesan pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday last 14th August. It was a very pleasant journey to and from Knock thanks to Dermot the Bus Driver.
TIR NA NOG
Tir na Nog will resume on Thurs. 1st Sept. in the Community Centre, at 2.15p.m. All are welcome, and it is hoped to see some new faces.
KILCORMAC COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP
Kilcormac Community Playgroup is re-opening on Wed. 31st August, at 9.30a.m.
TULLAMORE SHOW
Well done to all the entrants from the K/K area who entered and won prizes in the very successful Tullamore Show. Mrs. Carmel Charles, Ballincloghan won many prizes for her cookery, as did Pauline Kilmartin, Luganiska, and Billy Feighery, Broughal, and Stephen Ryan, Ballincanty won many prizes in the vegetable section.
John Gill, Ballyboy also won a first in the photography. Well done to everyone.
SLIEVE BLOOM VINTAGE CLUB
The next meeting of the Slieve Bloom Vintage Club takes place in Kilcormac Community Centre, on Thurs. 25th August, at 9.00p.m

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 27th August. 2005

K/K PREPARES FOR ALL-IRELAND COMMUNITY GAMES
This weekend sees great excitement and expectations in Kilcormac/Killoughey when up to forty young people, parents and mentors, set off for Mosney representing Offaly in the All-Ireland Community Games.
The Boys U.11 hurling team and U.14 Camogie team, together with Brian Flynn U.16 running and Cillian Kiely U.10 running are doing the honours.
Prior to the weekend the teams are being presented with Tracksuits, Hurleys, Polo shirts, Togs, Socks etc. in the G.A.A. field Kilcormac at 7.00p.m. on this Thurs. evening.
Friday morning 10.30a.m. sees the departure from The Square, Kilcormac to Mosney and please go out and give them a good send off. Get out the flags and bunting for our young people.
On Sat. morning in Mosney the Boys U.11 are competing in the semi-final against a team from Thurles, and in the afternoon the Girls U.14 are competing in their semi-final against Douglas, Cork. Hopefully there will be good results from both these matches and then the finals are on Sunday.
Win, lose or draw there will be a great homecoming for the young people on Sunday evening, and they will be arriving at the Community Centre, Kilcormac at approx. 9.30p.m. Hopefully there will be a great crowd to welcome home the stars of the future.
We wish the two teams and Brian Flynn and Cillian Kiely every success in Mosney.

BOYS N.S. 50 YEARS CELEBRATION
Plans are well ahead for the Boys N.S. 50 Years Celebration which is taking place on Fri. 23rd Sept. in The County Arms Hotel, Birr. Tickets are on sale, they are limited, and are available from any member of the committee.
A Table Quiz is being held on this Thurs night 25th Aug. in Feigherys, Main St., re the 50 years Celebration. All support will be greatly appreciated, the Quiz commences at 9.00p.m. and Tables of four are 20Euro.

SLIEVE BLOOM VINTAGE CLUB
The next meeting of the Slieve Bloom Vintage Club takes place in Kilcormac Community Centre, on this Thurs. 25th August, at 9.00p.m.

O’MOLLOY CLAN GATHERING
A meeting of the O’Molloy Clan Gathering committee will take place on this Thurs. night 25th August, in The En Route Bistro, Five-Alley, at 8.30p.m.

CHIROPODIST
The Chiropodist will be in attendance on Sat. next. 27th August, at Ard Aobhann, Mountbolus, from 2.00p.m. to 4.00p.m.

TIR NA NOG
Tir na Nog will resume on Thurs. 1st Sept. in the Community Centre, at 2.15p.m. All are welcome, and it is hoped to see some new faces.

KILCORMAC RAMBLERS
Once again the Kilcormac Ramblers came up trumps with the ‘away outing’ this year.
On Sunday last over forty people set off for Castlepollard, Mullaghamean Forest Park and the ancient village of Fore, and from boarding the bus at 10.00a.m. to returning approx. 12 hours later it was a wonderful day of walking, sightseeing and entertainment. Despite the day getting off to a wet start the rain did not deter the group. In Mullaghmean Forest Park members of the Ramblers played their part in the rescue of a young cyclist who had suffered a serious accident, and the Ramblers send good wishes for a speedy recovery to Noel Joyce, Tullamore, and hope he is recovering well. Following the walk in the Forest Park the ramblers set off for Fore. Here there was plenty of entertainment with refreshments, a guide to show off the Wonders of Fore, and a ‘seanchai’ with storytelling. It was with great reluctance that the ramblers had to leave to go back to Castlepollard, where an evening meal was booked. However, in Connie’s in Castlepollard, following the meal, the ramblers continued with their enjoyment and raised the roof with music and singing, before leaving for home.
Chairperson Seamus Barron thanked everyone for making the day so successful and enjoyable. He also expressed thanks to the ‘seanchai’ in Fore Jimmy, and the guide John. Presentations of Paddy Heaney’s book “ At the Foot of the Slieve Blooms”, were made to both men. Thanks also went to the Jane in the Coffee shop in Fore and her staff for all her help and to Connies in Castlepollard for a wonderful meal. Seamus also thanked Eddie Spain and Mary Feighery who organised the day out, and particular thanks to our musicians Liam, Tommy and Teresa and storytellers, and John the bus driver, for getting everyone there and back safely. Good wishes were sent to Denis O’Driscoll, who was unable to be with us. Looking forward already to next year.

KILCORMAC COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP
Kilcormac Community Playgroup will re-open on Wed. next 31st August, at 9.30a.m. There are still a few remaining places left.

KILCORMAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Members of Kilcormac Historical Society are off to Maam Cross, Co. Galway, this weekend. The group will leave Kilcormac at 9.30a.m. this Sat. 27th, will have an overnight stay in Maam Cross, and return on Sunday, 28th Aug. A few seats remain, if you are interested contact Agnes Gorman (35252 night time) or Attracta Dooley (35956). We hope they have a pleasant and safe journey and enjoy their weekend.

K/K GOLF SOCIETY
K.K. Golf Society will hold their Captain's (Joe Coleman) Prize on September
3rd in Portarlington Golf Club. This outing is the highlight of the year for
the society and a big turnout is expected to compete for the honour of being
a captain's prize winner. The tee is reserved from 11.00 to 12.30 and
members who intend playing are asked to give their names to any member of
the committee as soon as possible.

BALLYBOY CCE
To all our members who got through to the all Ireland Fleádh Ceoil in Letterkenny County Donegal on the 27th 28th &29th of August, the branch would like to wish you all, the best of luck and a safe journey.
THE LATE MRS. SALLY LEAHY
The death has taken place on 22nd of July 2005 of Sally Leahy, 31 Kinnitty Road, Kilcormac. Sally, who was a native to the parish, married her husband Jack in 1953 and started up home in Tullamore, where they were the first to deliver bottle milk around Tullamore. They then came back to Kilcormac and started up a fuel merchant and in later years went into sand & gravel. Sally had six children Sean, Maria, Paul, Gerard, Martina, & Adrian. Sad to say Sean only lived seven months and was laid to rest in peace with his great grand parents in Ballyboy churchyard.
Sally was always where the craic would be and would love nothing better than to dress up or down for any occasion. “Tramps balls” in Ballyboy in the early years, and more recently Saint Patrick Day parades in Kilcormac, or when one of her many good friends Attracta Dooley would be having friends or relations from over seas to visit Sally would be called on to entertain or join in the craic. Sally will also be missed at local events for her butter making at threshings with another of her friends Carmel Charles. Sally was also a great person for her religious spirit and many times herself and another good friend Liam Hand would go to Clonfert, Holy Cross and Knock where she would return with a cart load of Mass cards for all who were sick or to wish people well. There is one trip that she always talked and had a great laugh about, again with another good friend Teresa Coyne, Jack and herself headed for the big smoke to America to the wedding of Kathleen Troy & Allen Molloy daughter of Paddy & Bernie. It was a great time for them as all their neighbours were out there and as we all know there are very few joyful times for neighbors to be together. We could go on forever but we know that Sally would have been very proud of her send off. She always knew she was very well liked and it was proved to her by the drove of people who called to the house, funeral parlour and attended the funeral. There is no doubt she will be missed by all, but most of all by her husband Jack and their five children, who was not only a wife and good mother but also their best friend. May she Rest In Peace.
Month’s memory mass will be on Sunday the 28th of August at 11 o clock in Kilcormac church.

September

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 3rd September. 2005

BRONZE MEDALS FOR K/K IN COMMUNITY GAMES
The Boys U.11 hurling team and the camogie U.14 team, who travelled to Mosney at the weekend representing Offaly at the All-Ireland community games returned on Sunday night with bronze medals. The teams got a huge welcome home. On arrival they did a ‘round of the town’ and then were escorted to the Community Centre by the Mountbolus Pipe Band for a reception. Thanks to the band for attending. It was a wonderful occasion for the young people involved, and one they will remember all their lives.
The parents and committee involved in fundraising for the Mosney trip for the past number of weeks are very grateful to everyone for their support. They also say a sincere word of thanks to all their sponsors.

KILLOUGHEY BADMINTON
An urgent meeting for all parents of Killoughey Juvenile Badminton Club will be held in Killoughey Community Centre on this Thurs. night 1st Sept. at 8.30p.m.

SPEECH AND DRAMA
Speech and Drama classes resume on Sat. 10th Sept. at the usual times. New students are welcome to enrol, but please hurry, as places are limited. For any further information contact 087/2924719.

ST. BRIGID’S GOLF SOCIETY
The St. Brigid’s Golf Society, Mountbolus held their Captain’s prize in Moate Golf Club on 20th August. It was a very successful enjoyable outing and the results are as follows: Stephen Ryan (Jnr) won the overall; Aidan Moyles and Billy Murray were 1st and 2nd in category One. Brendan Hennessy and Joe Daly were 1st and 2nd in category Two. Stephen Ryan (Snr) and Ray Martin were 1st and 2nd in category Three.
Eugene Hennessy won nearest the pin and Declan Ryan won the longest drive. Jerry Leonard won the visitor’s prize. Special congratulations to James Flanagan who had a hole in one on the 15th in Moate. The presentation took place in The Mountain View, Mountbolus. The next outing will take place on the weekend away, in Castlecomer Golf Club, on 17th Sept.

TIR NA NOG
Tir na Nog meets this Thurs. 1st Sept. in the Community Centre, Kilcormac at 2.15p.m. The members of Tir na Nog send good wishes and congratulations to Jack and Aggie Adams, Mountrath St. on the celebration of their Golden Jubilee recently.

BOYS N.S. 50 YEARS CELEBRATION
A meeting of the organising committee of the 50 years celebration of the Boys N.S. will take place this Thurs. night 1st Sept. at 9.00p.m. in the Community Centre. All committee members are asked to attend. Ticket sales will be discussed.
Sincere thanks to all who supported the Table Quiz in Feigherys on Thurs. nights last.

KILCORMAC I.C.A.
A meeting of Kilcormac I.C.A. will take place in the Community Centre,
Kilcormac on Tues. 6th Sept. at 8.30p.m.

WEDDING BELLS
Congratulations to Siobhan Ryan and Jimmy Lambe, both from Killoughey, on their recent marriage. Many Happy Returns to the young couple.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 10th September. 2005

NORTH AMERICAN GAA WIN FOR KILLOUGHEY GIRL
Congratulations to Ashling Bryant, winner of two North American GAA Winners medals for 2005. Ashling, a former student at Kilcormac Vocational School, moved to San Francisco, where she plays football with Fog City Harps and camogie with San Francisco. The San Francisco Senior Camogie team were in the first final of the day. Ashling played in goals in the camogie final. After receiving their medals, 6 of the players togged out for Fog City in the Junior Ladies Football Final. Again Ashling played in goals. Fog City scored an impressive win, but 5 minutes before full time, Ashling let in her only goal for the four matches she played in. Ashling trained with the K/K U-12 hurling team, but never played camogie in Ireland. She played her ladies football with Ferbane Minors, Doon Seniors, and University of Limerick.

DANCING CLASSES
Margaret Kinsella Dancing Classes resume on Wednesday, 14th Sept. in Kilcormac Community Centre, at the usual times, commencing at 6.00p.m.

BOYS N.S. 50 YEARS CELEBRATION
Just a little over two weeks before the Boys N.S. 50 Years Celebration takes place. Some tickets still remain and can be had from any member of the committee. A Table Quiz re the Boys N.S. celebration will take place on this Thurs. night 8th Sept. in O’Sullivans, Kilcormac at 9.45p.m. Tables of four are 20Euro and a raffle will also take place. All support will be greatly appreciated.
The organising committee will meet on this Wed. night, 7th Sept. in the Community Centre at 9.30p.m. All are asked to attend, particularly those involved selling tickets for the function on 23rd Sept.

BALLYBOY CCE
Enrolment night for music classes with Ballyboy branch CCE is on Tues. 13th Sept. in Dan & Mollys, at 7.00p.m. Classes are for beginners and advanced Tin Whistle, beginners in Button Accordion and Flute and Fiddle.

CHIROPODIST
The Chiropodist will be in attendance on Tues. 13th Sept. in Community Centre Kilcormac, for senior citizens, from 12noon to 4.00p.m.

KILCORMAC SPORTING AND CONSERVATION CLUB
The Sporting Club held their Clay Shoot down the Boora Road on 28th August last and the following are the results: 1st in the Spring and Tail was Kevin Saddler with Stephen Lynch in 2nd place and in the High Pheasant 1st was Clive Clancy and Willie Craven in 2nd place.
The Duck competition was held on 1st Sept. and the results of this competition are as follows: 1st John Troy, 2nd Paul Troy.
The Club is holding a Poker Classic in Feigherys Pub on Friday, 7th October. Further details of this classic will be announced later, and all will be welcome to come along and support.

KILCORMAC CCE
Kilcormac branch CCE extend sincere congratulations to Bridget Delaney on her All-Ireland win in Ladies singing in the Fleadh Cheoil in Letterkenny, last week.

COFFEE MORNING
It is the time of year again for the annual Offaly Hospice Coffee morning. This is one of the most successful fund-raising events during the year, and hopefully, this will be no exception. All funds raised in Offaly will remain within the county. The Coffee morning in Kilcormac will be in Feigherys on Friday, 16th Sept., and tea or coffee will be served from 10.00a.m.

K/K GOLF SOCIETY CAPTAIN’S PRIZE
Joe Coleman held his Captain's Prize outing in Portarlington Golf Club on Saturday last. Members were blessed with a beautiful day and a course in wonderful order as they competed for this prestigious prize and the large turnout of 37 members bore testament to Joe's popularity as captain. The example was set by the president of the society, Louis Moore, who completed the 18 holes in the company of the captain. When all the cards were returned Martin Delaney emerged a deserving winner with an excellent score of 39points. Declan Lowry was runner up with 37 points and he also won the
longest drive prize on the 18th hole. A number of players finished on 36points but Jimmy Quinn claimed 3rd prize with the best back nine. Prizewinners in category one were Sean Craven, 36pts.; Tom Moylan, 35 pts. and Joe Slevin with 34 pts. Category two was won by Arthur Marsh on 36 pts. with
John Delaney and Tom Daly also featuring. Front nine was won by Paul Lowry, 18 pts. and Denis Guinan won the back nine with 19 pts. The prize for nearest the pin was shared between Ronan Coleman and John Delaney.
In presenting the prizes, Joe thanked everyone for their support and congratulated the prizewinners on the fine golf they had played.

KILCORMAC/KILLOUGHEY NOTES 17th September. 2005

TIDY TOWNS RESULTS
Kilcormac Tidy Towns group are very pleased to have increased their points again this year. The town got a total of 208 which is an increase of 3 points on last year. Quite a bit of work remains to be done but it is encouraging that each year the points are increasing. Ballyboy increased their points this year to 223 which reflects on the good work of their committee. Hopefully, all residents and businesses will row in behind the Tidy Towns workers and keep up the good work.

BOYS N.S. 50 YEARS CELEBRATION
A meeting of the Committee and all Ticket Sellers for the Boys N.S. Celebration will take place this Thurs. night at 9.00p.m. in the Community Centre. This is a very important meeting and all are urged to be in attendance.

PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK
A Pilgrimage to Knock for Rosary Sunday, will take place on Sunday 2nd Oct. Bus will leave Mountbolus at 8.45a.m. and Kilcormac at 9.00a.m. Names can be given up to Thurs. 29th Sept. Phone 0506/54907 or 0506/54912. Fare is 11 Euro.

KILLOUGHEY FOROIGE
Killoughey Foroige Club will resume on Tues. 20th Sept. at 7.30p.m. in Mountbolus Hall, for existing members only.

BIRTHDAY WISHES
Good wishes to Adeline Feighery, Curraghmore, Kilcormac who celebrated her 21st Birthday recently. Congratulations and Many Happy Returns Adeline.

KILCORMAC COMMUNITY PLAYGROUP
The Annual General Meeting of Kilcormac Community Playgroup will be held in the Community Centre on Monday next 19th Sept. at 9.00p.m. All new members will be greatly appreciated.

TIR NA NOG
Tir na Nog will meet this Thurs. 15th Sept. at 2.15p.m. in the Community Centre. All are welcome, particularly new members.

SYMPATHY
Deepest sympathy is extended to the Dooley Family, Backlands, Rath, on the death of Denis Kehoe. Denis was husband of the late Breda Dooley, and he worked for D.E. Williams in Kilcormac and was very popular and deeply interested in local sporting activities. He settled in Carlow with his family where he worked for many years with Carlow Golf Club. He is survived by his three daughter, sister and brothers.