Welcome Whilst tinged with sadness at the premature retirement, due to ill health, of our popular parish Priest, Fr Seamus Farrelly, we extend a very warm Carndonagh welcome to the newly appointed P.P.. Fr Con Mc Laughlin. Fr Seamus has served in Carndonagh for over 13 years and during this time he endeared himself to the people by his kindness, approachability, humility, and good humour. The parish wish him God’s Blessing and a speedy recovery from his illness. Hopefully. Fr Con will find the transition from C.C. to P.P. not too difficult and his Ministry in Carndonagh a happy and fruitful one. Thanks to Fr Ryder, Fr Daniel McFaul, Fr Colm Morris and Fr Jim McGonagle for very capably filling the breach, during the difficult period of Fr Farrelly’s illness.
Donegal Action for Cancer Care Wish to inform the local community of a Community Lecture on Advances in Breast Cancer Care with Dr. Laszlo Tabar, MD from Sweden a world expert in his field on Monday next, 8 September, at 7pm in the Radisson SAS Hotel, Letterkenny This is an unique opportunity to hear a world expert in mammography. Dr. Tabar will be visiting Letterkenny at the invitation of the new Breast Surgeon Mr. Michael Sugrue and Letterkenny General Hospital All welcome – admission free.
Beaver Scouts Registration Night Meeting for existing Beavers and new Beavers at Hillhead Hall on Monday next, 8 September, at 6.30pm.  Children must be in first class and six years of age to be eligible to join.  Only a very limited number of places are available for new beavers.  Registration fee for the year will be 38 euro.
Parochial House 9374104. Mass times will be on the Notice Boards at the Church Door.Anniversary Mass for Mary Long, Ardcolgan on Thursday 4th September at 10am and on Saturday 6th September at 7pm for Mary Doyle, Benduff.Parish Draw results 20 August – 1st 250 euro Lisa McGrenera, Tiernaleague, promoter Emer McGonagle. 2nd 125 euro Mary Hirrell, Ballyloskey, promoter Patricia McLaughlin. 3rd 65 euro Ann Doherty, Ballyloskey, promoter Patricia McLaughlin and 4th 65 euro Veronica McLaughlin, Liss, promoter Celia McLaughlin.  27th August 1st 250 euro Sarah McLaughlin, Bridge Street, promoter Maura Harkin. 2nd 125 euro Bernie McDonagh, Milltown, promoter Margaret McLaughlin. 3rd 65 euro Mary Reynolds, The Diamond, promoter Kay McDermott and 4th 65 euro Miriam McKinney, Abbots Wood,  promoter Maura Harkin.  Congratulations to all.
Thanks  The organisers of the fundraising dance for Fr Dan McCallion wish to thank all those who supported the dance, the sum raised was 5130 euro.
Lough Derg One Day Retreats – Places are still available on the following days September 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22 and 23. Cost 27 euro.  For booking (00 353) 71 9861518.
Bus to Knock In honour of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal on the weekend of 13-14 September. Overnight stay. Also bus on the weekend of 20-21 Septempber in honour of Padre Pio.  Cost (each trip)  £70 sterling or 90 euro to be paid one week in advance Further details or to book tel 9320734 or mob 086 3465575.
Good as New In aid of parish funds is now open behind Mae’s. All donations of good quality furniture, clothes, bric a brac and jams and marmalades will be very welcome. Contact Mary Farren 9374488.
The Cairn Theatre Group, Greencastle Presents “From a Famine to a Feast” Musical every Tuesday evening.  Doors open 8pm, Show commences at 8.30pm.  Enquiries to 074 93 81104.  This is an excellent show, well worth seeing.Wesley Hall  Names are now being taken for Card making classes commencing in September.  There is a limited number of places so book early to avoid disappointment. 9329680 The dancing will recommence on Monday next, 8 September, at 8.30pm.  Admission five euro including supper.
Computer, Internet & email Classes Are on offer in the Wesley Hall on a one-to-one basis. For further information telephone 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.
FundraiserFundraising in aid of Milltown House Carndonagh  (respite and holiday home for learning disability).  The Bavarian Operatic Repertory Company presents Musicals, melodies and more, and evening of songs known and loved.  On Wednesday 10th September at 8pm in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel, Buncrana.  Tickets are 15 euro and are available from the Gateway hotel or Milltown House 93 29044.  Your support would be greatly appreciated.
Good Morning Inishowen needs more Volunteers Do you have a couple of hours to spare once a week? Would you like to get involved in your local community? Are you a good listener? Would you like to learn new skills and meet new People? Do you enjoy talking to Older People? If the answer to any of the above is Yes, then Good Morning Inishowen would like to hear from you, the service needs new Volunteers so that the calls to Older People in the Inishowen  community can both continue and be extended.  Further enquiries please to Anne at Good Morning Inishowen, 6 Ardaravan Sq., (the new street) Buncrana or at 93 21598.Charity Quiz In aid of MS and The Cancer Clinical Research Trust will be in the Arch Inn on Friday 12th September, starting at 9.30pm,  Everyone welcome, Bring a friend!!!

Samaritans Information Evenings Tuesday. 9 September and Thursday, 11 September – 16 Clarendon St. Derry,  Wednesday, 10 September, The Orchard Inn, Letterkenny. Evenings begin 7.30pm.
Workshop on Marriage Renew your Wedding vows – Marriage Encounter is a weekend away Friday 8pm – Sunday 5pm.  For married couples of all ages with a stable relationship. Dates 26th – 28th September in the Drummond Hotel, Ballykelly. 10th – 12th October, Emmaus Centre, Swords.  04871350612.

Carndonagh Parent and Toddler Group Will start up again on Tuesday 9th September from 10 – 11.30am in the Council Offices, Carndonagh.  Everyone welcome, limited spaces available. 
Hatha Yoga With Amanda recommencing Monday 8th Sept 8pm in Tul na ri and Thursday 11th September 7.15 & 8.30pm in the Wesley Hall.  1st class free 7 weeks 45euro (7.50 per class) to enrol ring 086 3022405/074 93 73528.
Youth Hike to Croagh PatricSaturday 13th Sept for 16d under: Millennium Partnership Fund for Disadvantage: Access to Third Le – 35 yrs. For details  tel 048 71264087.Inishowen Development Partnership invites applications for grant aivel Education and the Return to Education Grants. Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Monday, October 6, at 5.pm For application forms and further details tel 93 62218
Modern and Old Tyme Dancing Every Tuesday night in The Colgan Hall Carndonagh 9pm till 10:30pm starting 9th September. beginners welcome
Premises to let In Carndonagh suitable for a charity shop tel 086 6002213.
GAA The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 8, 15, 14, 2 and 21. There was no jackpot winner. 75 Euro Paul McLaughlin, Riversdale, Carndonagh. 30 Euro Brendan Moyne, Glack Carn. 15 euro Cian and Lochlainn Doherty (B), Ballyloskey, Carn. Denis Davenport, Foden, Carn The Walker Family, Hollymount, Carn. The jackpot next week is 3300 Euro the draw will be held in the Arch.
If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please telephone 9374725 before 8pm on Thursday.