By Pat Cronin

carrowmenaghschool@yahoo.co.uk

Spring Clean

Support is needed to keep the area clean and tidy. There will be a meeting in Carrowmenagh at the shop car park this Saturday, April 26 at 11am. Bags and gloves will be distributed to all. If you can’t help in the cleanup, maybe you could collect the bags in your car. The group would like to see as many people as possible taking part in this clean-up that benefits the whole area.

Grand Draw

Last few weeks to Grand Draw. Carrowmenagh FC have tickets out for their first Grand Draw ever. Prizes: first prize – Mitsubishi Colt; second prize – 2,000 euro cash; third prize – two nights in one of Donegal’s top hotels, Harvey’s Point, and twelve other fabulous prizes. Tickets are 20 euro each or three for 50 euro. Contact John McLaughlin (Twin), Club secretary – 086 8060348 / 9381150 or any other Club or committee member. Draw takes place on May. 4 

Gardening Club

The monthly Inishowen Gardening Club talk will be held on Monday, April 28 in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. The topic is rockery design and it will be given by Gordon Toner. All welcome.

Sponsored walk

A sponsored walk is being organised in aid of St Luke’s Hospital, Dublin and the Day Care Unit of the Oncology Ward in Letterkenny General Hospital. The walk will take place from Culdaff to Malin Via McSheffrey’s Bridge on the May 18 at 2pm. All welcome to take part. For sponsor cards Tel 074 9379166.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

Annual tea day on Thursday 1 May. If you would like to hold a tea day in your home, work place or group, Visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

Alan Doherty Fund

A sponsored walk in aid of the Alan Doherty Fund will take place on Sunday, May 18 at 3pm. Leaving St Mary’s Hall, Clonmany travelling via Binion, Tullagh, Rusty nail and back to the hall for refreshments. There is also a shorter walk available. Sponsors cards available from Eddie 9376781 or Breege 9376391.

Active Retirement

Meeting will take place tonight Wednesday, April 23 at 7.30pm. Guest speaker for the evening will be Billy Hazlette, fire officer with the HSE West, who will give a talk on fire safety. 

Lotto Draw

Carrowmenagh FC Lotto numbers drawn on April were: 4, 7, 10 and 15. There was no Jackpot winner. Winners of 20 euro were Sinead McGettigan, Culdaff; John Coyle, (Paving); Majella, John Crumlish; Tommy Harvey, St. Finnian’s Park, Moville; James Kearney, Greencastle. The next draw on Sunday 20 April with a jackpot of 8,000 euro.

Golden Goal

The winner of the Glen Residents’ Group Golden Goal draw was James McMullin on ticket number 48 with a prize of 40 euro.

Caring for elderly

If you would like more information regarding entitlements, respite support groups and other services Diane Donnelly will be holding a number of information Drop in Clinics in the Community Hospitals. Last Monday of every month, from 12-2pm and in the Carndonagh Community Hospital last Tuesday of every Month in the Buncrana Community Hospital . Any queries please contact Diane on 087 2770103.

If you would like to have anything included in the Tremone Notes please telephone 93 67251 with the details or e-mail them to carrowmenaghschool@yahoo.co.uk no later than 9.30 am on Friday.

Teresa McDaid

teresabreege@yahoo.co.uk

Football news

It’s that time of year again when sports day is just around the corner. As usual, it will be on the Whit weekend which this year is Sunday, June 1. It is now only five and a half weeks away so the committee will be busy over the next few weeks making their preparations. Keep your diary free that weekend. Anyone who wants to help out on the day should make themselves available as soon as possible to ensure the day itself runs off smoothly. Underage football is now up and running with activity at the pitch most nights of the week. Parents should come along and cheer on the youth teams, as the standard of play is very high indeed. The adult teams are also very busy over the next few weeks with games coming thick and fast. There is still a lot to play for on different fronts with the reserves qualified for the Top competition as well so hopefully a big push over those matches will see us end the season on a high.

Gardening club

The monthly talk will be held on Monday, April 28 in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. The topic is rockery design and it will be given by Gordon Toner. All welcome.

Hospices group

The Foyle & Donegal Hospices Buncrana Support Group, present a social evening of Entertainment & Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm. Admission is 5 euro including a savoury supper. Approximately one hundred displays & various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night.Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle & Irish Dancing by Aidan & Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. MC on the night will be Nicholas Crossan.Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend & support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114

Anyone who would like to put anything into the Redcastle notes please conatct 074 9382374. Thank you.

Sad death

The death took place in Glasgow Royal Infirmary on April 8 of Bella Gallagher (née Cannon of Deerpark). Her remains were removed to the family home in Dennistoun for the wake on Saturday 12.  Funeral Requiem Mass took place on Monday 14 at St Mungo’s Church, Town Head at 12.15pm. 24 priests concelebrated the mass, the main celebrant was her son Fr Dermot (Crossgar, Co Down)

The lessons were read by her sons, Br Brendan, Botswana, and Donal. Prayers of the faithful were read by her daughters, Sister Kathleen (Little Sisters of the Poor) and Mary. The gifts were brought to the alter by her grandsons Paul, Daniel, Martina Kelly and Bridie Robb. Soloist was Mary Corr. Her remains were laid to rest alongside her late husband Jim in the Western Necropolis Extension graveyard.  Deepest sympathy to her sister Polly Devenney, Noel Cannon and the extended family. Month’s mind Mass will be celebrated in the Church of All Saints, Newtowncunningham on Monday, May 19 at 7.30pm.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Oisin McMenamin, Moyle, son of Liam and Rello, who was playing in the Ireland team under 18. They were playing in Sunderland and won by 2:1. Well done.

Taughboyne  ICA

The group were treated to a cookery demonstration by one of their own talanted members in their April meeting of Taughboyne ICA. The talk was entitled, “What’s for tea?” – a problem that bothers most of us from time to time. Recipies were distributed for such things as quick chicken, turkey and tuna dishes and the final triumph, a new way with plums.

The demonstration was followed by a most enjoyable sampling session, members were forced to return for second helpings in order to decide which dish they preferred.  The meeting closed with members agreeing to make good use of the learning experience.  

MS Society

The local branch of the MS Society is holding a churchgate collection on April 26 /27.

Wedding 

The beautiful wedding of Claire Rodgers, Colehill and Norman Graham, Glebe, Carrigans took place in the Church of All Saints, Newtowncunningham on April 5. Chief celebrant was Fr O’Doherty assisted by Rev. Brown, Raphoe. Bridesmaids were, Annmarie Rodgers(sister of the bride), Alma McDaid and Irene Graham (sister of the groom), matron of honour was Tracy Halpenny (sister of the bride).  Bestman was George Graham (cousin of the groom), Groomsmen, Leslie Graham, Trevor Graham (brothers of the groom), Bobby Rodgers (brother of the bride) pageboy was Dara Keaveney, flowergirl was Hannah McGowan. Reception was held in the Milford Inn and the honeymoon was spent in Norway.

Community Services Programme

Inishowen Development Partnership is hosting an information evening on the Community Services Programme application process in the Colgan Hall, Carndonagh on Tuesday, April 29 at 7.30pm.  Kevin Moran from Pobal will be giving an overview of the programme on the night. For further details contact Susan Shorten on 074 93 22218

The Foyle & Donegal Hospices

The Foyle & Donegal Hospices Buncrana Support Group,presents a social evening of Entertainment & Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm. Admission is 5 euro including a savoury supper. Approximately one hundred displays & various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night.

Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle & Irish Dancing by Aidan & Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. MC on the night will be Nicholas Crossan. Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend & support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114

Summer Playscheme

Summer playscheme registration will take place on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 6, 7, 8, May 6, 7, 8, in the NCDI centre from 10am–4pm, also Sat 10th May 10am—1pm.  Children from the Newtown address or who attend any of the primary schools or playgroup are eligible to register.  The playscheme will be one week in duration and will take place on the week beginning July 7. Registration fee 30 euro per child. 

Gala Ball 

NCDI is hosting its 2nd Gala Ball. The venue for the Ball has been changed and will now be in An Grianan Hotel, Burt on Saturday, April 26. The evening will begin with a Champagne reception at 7.30pm and afterwards a sumptuous four course meal with wine will be served. This will be followed by an auction of luxury items. A dance will follow.  We need the support of the community at this event as the funds raised will enable the NCDI to continue until we can secure further funding.    

If you would like anything included in the notes, please tel. Annette Burke on 074 9156221 or email gburke@eircom.net

Moville Celtic F.C

Numbers Draw- winning No’s  2.4.18.19

20-euro Draw Winners;

1. Grace Diver c/o Donal

2. Geraldine Canning c/o Post Office

3. Sammy Lyle c/Po Rawdons

Next Week’s Jackpot is 3,515.00 Euro

Any Groups or Associations who wish to use the Asto Turf Pitch, Glencrow contact Joe Bredin for further details.The astro Turf will be available from early May. The Under Age training continues at the same times . The club has entered 2 teams in the under 12.14.16and 18 in The Inishowen League, along with under 14 girls and Ladies Team. The club will be providing football fro up to 250 children over the summer months. All new help would be welcome. The training for the for the under 18 is on Thursday’s in the Bayfield at 7.00pm,everyone from the area is welcome. This team will be under the guidance of Benny Mullan.  

The club would like to thank Eamon and Emmet McLaughlin for making the recent trip to see Glasgow Celtic play a great day.

Moville Cultural Promotions

The Annual St Patrick’s Day Festival Draw.

1st Prize 250 Euro, Eithne Doogan,Greencastle Road

2nd Prize 100 Euro,  Marshall Duncan c/o The Trawlerman Bar

3er Prize 50 Euro, Edward McGonigle Bath Terrace Lane

4th Prize Bottle of Whiskey, P.J. Barr

The committee would like to thank everyone who contributed to making the day such a great success.

Darts Competition

There will be an Open Singles on Saturday, April 26 in The Trawlerman Bar Moville. Registration at 2pm Competition starts at 3pm Sharp. For further details contact Michael on 086 163 4194 or The Trawlerman Bar at 074 93 82159

The Book Club

The Book Club will meet in Serenity House on Tuesday 13th May at 7.30pm. The book for this month is This Distant Land of My Father by Bo Caldwell. All are welcome.

Serenity House Active Retirement

The Serenity House Active Retirement meeting will take place tonight Wednesday, April 23 at 7.30pm. Guest Speaker for the evening will be Billy Hazlette, Fire Officer with the HSE West, who will give a talk on Fire Safety

Parish Finance Council

There will be an important meeting of The Parish Finance Council on April 26 at 11am in The Parochial House when the Parish Accountant will call to explain the finances of the Parish. After this meeting a statement will be available to the people.

School reunion

Did you start C.C.S in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998? If so, there is a ten–year reunion planned for Sunday, May 4 in The Ballyliffin Hotel. Tickets are 25 Euro for Dinner, band and disco are on sale in Value-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris’ Shop Moville. Tickets should be purchased by 27th April. All proceeds to charity.

Gardening Club

The next meeting of the Inishowen Gardening Club will be held on Monday, April 28 in The Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. The topic is rockery design and a talk will be given by Gordon Toner. All welcome.

Cancer mobilr

The Marie Keating Foundation Mobile Information Unit (Not screening) will be in the Shore Front Car Park next Friday, April 25. The following weekend Saturday, May 3 The Beauty Salon will be holding “Beauty in Pink Day”. Wine and nibbles, raffle and auction of Ronan Keating’s Hat. All proceeds will go to the above charity

Shanty Whist

April 10 Raffle winners, Paddy Denn: Mary McGroarty: Harry McCormick: Paul Rowan. Whist: Anne McGonagle, Pauline McQuillan : Kathleen McDonald ;Low score first half Athol Steward : High score second half Mary McGroarty: Low score 5, 12 and 17 Rosh Warnock (13). High score 10.15. and 22 Margaret Wilson (26)

Moville Bridge Club.

11th April : 1st Ted McQuilken and Colette McCool 204 points : 2nd Pat Friel and Kathleen McCay 192 points :3rd Margaret Farren and John McClenaghan 188 points : 4th  Ann Vekins and Liam Dohertry 185 points : 5th Patsy Doherty and Patrick McClenaghan 170 points : 6th John  F Lafferty and Gerard McMonagle 162 points

Pilgrimage to Malin Well

The Annual Pilgrimage to the ruined Church and Grotto at Malin Well will take place on Sunday, May 11, leaving the Star of the Sea Church, Malin Head at 3pm.  A mini bus will be provided for those who have difficulty walking.

Death

The death has occurred at Carndonagh District Hospital after a short illness of Mick Quigley, Lowertown, Malin. The large number of people who called to his wake at his sister Kathleen’s home at Ballylannon, Malin to offer their sympathy and attended his funeral reflected the high esteem in which he was held. He was a quiet good natured man who had a great love of music and gardening. His Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr Brian Brady.  Hymns were sung by Danny McCarron and the Lessons were read by his nieces Irene and Margaret. Prayers of the Faithful were read by his nephew Sean and his grandniece Aoibheann and grand-nephew Ronan. Offertory Gifts were brought to the altar by his grand-nieces Caoimhe and Shauna and his grand-nephew Oran.  Deepest sympathy is extended to his sister Kathleen, his brother Wully (New York), to his nieces Irene, Margaret and Patricia and nephews Sean and Kevin and all his grand-nieces and grand-nephews and his friends.

Tenders invited

Tenders are invited from interested parties regarding proposed works to be completed at St Mary’s NS, Malin Head during July/August 2008.  Details available from school during school hours. Closing date for receipt of quotations is Friday 2 May.

Red Cross AGM

The Malin Head Red Cross Branch will hold the Annual General Meeting in the Health Centre in Bree on Thursday April 24 at 8pm.

Vacancy for Parish Sacristan

A vacancy has arisen at St.Mary’s Church, Lagg. Applications may be made to either Fr Brian / Fr Brendan on or before Friday, April 25. Thanks is expressed to Christine Stewart for her years of service to the parish.

CCS School Reunion

Did you start C.C.S. in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998?  If so, there is a ten year reunion planned for Sunday May 4 in the Ballyliffen Hotel. Tickets are €25 for Dinner, Band and Disco and are on sale in Valu-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris’ Shop, Moville.  Tickets to be bought by 27th April. All proceeds to charity.

Fashion and Beauty

A fabulous fashion and beauty night will be held in the Ballyliffin Lodge on Thursday, May 1 at 8pm in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup.  Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must-haves for ladies of all ages.  There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies!!! Tickets available in usual local outlets, playgroup and with all contributors.

Pobal Information Evening

Inishowen Development Partnership is hosting an information evening on the Community Services Programme application process in the Colgan Hall, Tuesday, April 29 at 7.30pm. Kevin Moran from Pobal will be giving an overview of the programme on the night.  For further details contact Susan Shorten on 074 93 22218.

Gardening Meeting

The Inishowen Gardening Club monthly talk will be held on Monday, April 28 in the Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm.  The topic is rockery design and it will be given by Gordon Toner. All are welcome.

Hospice Support Group

The Foyle and Donegal Hospices, Buncrana Support Group, present a social evening of Entertainment and Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm. Admission is 5 euro including a savoury supper.  Approximately one hundred displays and various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night. Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle and Irish Dancing by Aidan and Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. MC.on the night will be Nicholas Crossan. Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend and support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114

DACC Prayer Service

Donegal Action for Cancer Care invites you to an Interdenominational Service for those affected by cancer. It will take place in St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny, on Sunday, April 27 at 3pm. It will give people an opportunity to come together to remember their loved ones, to give thanks for healing and to have hope for the future. All welcome. www.dacc.ie. A bus will leave Carndonagh at 1.30pm. Call Rita 086 6028993.

Hydrographic Survey

The Marine Institute will be conducting a hydrographic survey operation off the north coast of Donegal between April 10 and  May 9, mapping the seabed from Inishowen Head to Tory Island.  The Celtic Voyager commenced working from Inishowen Head to Culdaff and Inistrahull.  Over the last week the vessel was to be seen working between Killourt Bay and Tullagh Point.  Information collated will be published online in June.

Alzheimer Tea Day

This year Alzheimer’s Tea Day will be held on Thursday, May 1.   This fundraising provides a lifeline for people with dementia and their families.  Register to host an Alzheimer Tea Day in your area or workplace by calling www.teaday.ie to make a difference. The Carndonagh Active Retirement Group will hold a Tea Day in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society in the Wesley Hall Basement on Thursday, May 1 from 10.30am. to 4.30pm.  

Accommodation Wanted

Accomodation is required for the Irish Seniors Golf  Open which will be held in Ballyliffin Golf Club in mid-June this year.  Anyone with a suitable house to let between Monday 16 June and Sunday 22 June should forward details to Ballyliffin Golf Club on 93 76119.

Sponsored Walk

A Sponsored Walk in aid of the Alan Doherty Fund will be held on Sunday 18 May at 3pm, leaving St. Mary’s Hall, Clonmany via Binion and Tullagh and the Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments.  A shorter route is also available.  Music and raffle in James Tams at 10.30pm.  All sponsor cards will be entered into a draw.  Sponsorship cards are available from Eddie on 9376781 and Breedge on 9376391

Carers’ Information

For information for those caring for an older person Drop in Clinics will be held on the last Monday of each month in Carndonagh Community Hospital.  For further information contact 087 2770103.

Sports Field Draw

Malin Head Community Sports Committee run a Draw for a weekly prize of €500.  The draw on Saturday 19 April was held in the Crossroads Inn and the lucky winner was Johnny Mc Dermott, Glengad, with ticket number 193.  Next week’s draw will be held in Farrens’ Bar.

Carndonagh Feis

The Carndonagh Feis will be held this year on Friday 20, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 of June.  The Feis Syllabus will be sent out to all the local schools and the closing date for entries will be Friday, May 2 and could all cups/shields be returned on or by that day to Karen Mc Laughlin Malin Road, Carndonagh 087 2987370 (200 yards down the Malin Road from the roundabout on left hand side with red front door.)

Senior Ladies GAA Training

Training for Senior Ladies is held on every Saturday at 5pm in the GAA Centre, Malin.  All ladies welcome.

Whist

The weekly Whist has a new venue.  Whist is held every Monday night at 8pm in St Mary’s National School, Malin Head while renovations get underway in Malin Head Community Hall.

Parish Draw

The winners of the Malin Parish Draw for week ended Sunday 20 April are: 1. 200 euro :  Marian Kelly, Drumcarbit, Malin; 2. 130 euro: Pearl Doherty, Ballynahona, Glengad. 3.  65 euro:    Maureen Hegarty,Drumcarbit, Malin.

Bingo Winners

The winners at Malin Bingo for Sunday, April 20 are: 

130 euro: Rose Mc Laughlin, Isle of Doagh; Tommy Doherty, Redcastle; Anna McConologue, Clonmany.

65 euro: Anna Crumlish, Moville.

The Snowball next week is 500 euro on 46 numbers, or 300 euro on 48 numbers.

GAA Lotto

The Malin GAA Lotto Jackpot was not won on Sunday, April 20.   The bonus prize was won by Fergal Hunter, Moss Road, Malin Head.  The Jackpot for next week is 1,250 euro.

GAA Opening

The Grand Opening of the GAA Centre in Malin has been set for Sunday, May 4, the May Bank Holiday weekend.  An Inishowen Select side will play the Donegal senior team in honour of the occasion.

Malin GAA

Function for GAA voluntary workers takes place on Friday, April  25 in the GAA centre, Malin.  Everyone who helped with development is welcome to attend.

Flower Festival

A Place Apart:  International Flower Festival will be hosted at the Loreto House, Linsfort, Buncrana from Friday, May 2 to Monday, May 5, Friday – Sunday 10am-7pm.  Monday 10am -5.pm. Demonstrations running all through the weekend.  For more details and bookings.  Telephone 074 9362204.  Admission 10 euro. Refreshments available.

Would you like to include something in the Malin Head notes?  Contact 9370263 or e-mail inse@eircom.net

ICARE thanks

Inishowen Children’s Autism (iCARE) would like to thank the organisers and anyone involved in the New Year Day swim in Culdaff for donating 3,175 euro. A spokesperson for the group said their commitment to helping children with Autism in our community is sincerely appreciated. Many thanks.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

Make this the biggest drew ever by registering to host a party in your home or work place on Thursday, May 1. Call 284 6616 or visit www.Teaday.ie.

Sponsored Walk

A Sponsored Walk is being organised in aid of St.Lukes Hospital Dublin and the Day Care unit of the Oncology Ward in Letterkenny Hospital. The walk will take place from Culdaff to Malin and back via McSheffrey’s Bridge on May 18 at 2pm. All welcome to take part or for sponsor cards please ring 93 79166.

Forty Five Card Drive

Forty Five Card Drive winners in Gleneely last week were Gerard Doherty, Ourt, Gleneely, Brian Diver, Crana View, Buncrana, Neil McCallion, Kindroyhead, Gleneely and Victor Long, Carrahuney, Gleneely.

Culdaff Water Sport

The Annual General Meeting of the Culdaff Water Sports Society will be held in the Culdaff Arms on April 22 at 9pm sharp. Everyone is most welcome.

International Dancing Championships

Congratulations to Odhran McLaughlin, Gleneely, Coyle School 1^st in Hornpipe and 4^th in Boys Championship under 13, at the all Ireland and International Dancing Championships in Castlebar.

Congratulations

Congratulations to the March winners of Moville Community School Draw. The first prize of 150 euro was won by Bernie Anderson, Drung, second price of 100 euro was awarded to Marie McGeoghan, third prize of 50 euro went to Elizabeth Hanlon from Redcastle.

Sponsored Walk

Sponsored Walk in aid of Alan Doherty fund on Sunday May 18 at 3pm. Leaving St.Mary’s Hall, Clonmany via Binion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail, and back to the hall for refreshments after. There is also a shorter walk available. Music and raffles by James James at 10.30pm. All cards returned will be entered into a draw. Cards available from Eddie Gill on 93 76781 or Breege on 93 76391. Your support for this worthy cause would be much appreciated.

Death

The death occurred in Cornwall, England of Herbert McEldowney formerly Glack, Culdaff. He was 84 years of age. He is survived by his wife Beryl and son Glenn and family in Australia, daughter Susan and family in USA, also his sister Ruby, Carlisle, Lisburn. Sympathy is extended to his many nephews and nieces and his sister Ruby.

Carndonagh Féis

Carndonagh Feis syllabus will now be available. It costs three euro in Doherty’s newsagents, the Diamond, Carndonagh, also available in Mac Book Shop, Buncrana, in Centra, Clonmany in McFeeley’s Moville and in Derry in Henderson Book Shop.

Whist Winners

Whist Winners in Bocan Hall on Friday night last were; 1^st Carrie McLaughlin, Culdaff, 2^nd James McConalogue, Cashel, Gleneely, 3^rd Betty Houten, Culdaff. Others winners were Father McGonalge , Parochial House, Bocan, Ernie McLucas, Carndonagh, Corney McFeely, Bunagee, Culdaff, Margaret McGilloway, Malin. Draw winners, 1^st John Duffy, Derry, 2^nd Neil McCallion, Kindroyhead, Gleneely, 3^rd Ernie McLucas, Carn and Neil McCallion, Gleneely. Snowball this Friday is 55 euro for a score of 185 or more. Whist starts tonight at 8.45pm in Bocan Hall. All are most welcome.

Culdaff 5K

Culdaff 5K and Juvenile One mile road race on Friday May 9 at Culdaff Post Office. Entry fee is eight euro for 5K and five euro for one mile races. More details from 0879745381.

Car Boot Sale

Indoor and Outdoor Car Boot Sale on Sunday, June 1 at 2pm at Bocan Hall. To book a table or reserve a parking place, contact Angela on 0879028930 or Caroline on 0868872073. If yo
u have anything that you think might be saleable then don’t get rid of it, contact the above numbers or arrange collection.

Chiropodist

Chiropodist in Serenity House on Friday, April 25 at 9.30pm. To make an appointment call 086066638, 9360363.

Preparatory Studies Certs

Cert in Preparatory Studies commencing in September. Contact Serenity House on 9382845 for more details.

School Fundraising

At the Carndonagh Community School parents’ meeting on April 8 it was agreed that the parents’ group for the parish would raise funds for the community school by way of a voluntary envelope donation from parents who have children at the school. Envelopes will be distributed in all areas this coming week. We thank you in anticipation.

Active Retirement Meeting

Active retirement meeting on Wednesday, April 23 at 7.30pm in Serenity House. Guest speaker will be Billy Hazlette who will give a talk on fire safety.

Gleneely FC Lotto

The numbers drawn in the Gleneely FC Lotto last week were 9, 10, 18 and 24. There was no jackpot winner and the twenty euro winners were as follows: Charlie Laughrey, Ruskey, Quigley’s Point; The O’Kane Family, Kindroyhead, Gleneely; Noel Mooney, Effishmore, Gleneely, Mary McCarron, Drumley, Gleneely and Paddy Doherty, Convent Day Centre, Carndonagh. Next week, the jackpot is 3,250 euro and the draw will take place in the Orchard Bar on Sunday night at 10pm. Thank you for your continued support.

AGM

Gleneely Colts FC Annual General Meeting will take place in the Club House on Saturday, May 17. More details later.

Football Club lotto

Culdaff Football Club are introducing a new yearly lotto with a special discount price of 80 euro per year. New envelopes are available from Club Members and can be entered into the draw at any time and will last for a year. The next outing will be May bank holiday weekend and is limited to 32 members. It is an overnight trip to Mayo to play Westport (Saturday) and Bellerose (Sunday), before returning on Monday. All interested in going must forward relevant fees to captain John O Kane before Sunday ,April 27,

Below the Belt

Below the Belt weight in, work out continues every Tuesday at the Gym, Mart Road, Carndonagh at 8.30pm. Aerobics same day, same place at 7.30-pm. All welcome.

Sympathy

Deep regret was occasioned by the death of Margaret Doherty formerly of Claggan, Culdaff who died last week in Dublin. We offer our sympathy to her sisters May and Ann, her brothers Benny and Eddie and the wider family circle. May her soul Rest in Peace.

Donegal Volunteer Centre

Would you like to make a difference in your local area, get to know people in your community, share your talents and knowledge, develop skills and interest for your CV?  If you answered Yes to any of these questions and have a few hours to spare, please contact Sandra on 086 8227257 at the Donegal Volunteer Centre or register on line at www.volunteerdonegal.com.

Accommodation Required

Accommodation is required for the Irish Seniors Golf Open Club in Mid June this year. Anyone with a suitable house to let between Monday, June 16 and Sunday June 22, should forward details to Ballyliffin Golf Club on 93 76119.

Caring for an older person?

For those caring for an older person drop in clinics will be held on the last Monday in Carndonagh Community Hospital for further information contact 087 2770103.

Gleneely Colts Draw

The winner of the Gleneely Colts Draw last week was Sharon Doherty, Malin Town. Congratulations Sharon.

Culdaff FC

Congratulations to Culdaff FC Club players John
McFeely and Dermot Diver who both played pivotal parts in Inishowen’s success over the Aul last Saturday at Caratra as Inishowen qualified for the semi finals.

Old Time Dancing

Old Time Dancing for beginners in the Wee Hall Culdaff every 2^nd and 4^th Thursday from 8.30pm to 10.30pm. Admission is just 5 euro. Tea and biscuits served. Come along and enjoy the craic. All most welcome.

Clonmany Notes

Carndonagh Community School Reunion

Did you start CCS in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998? If so there is a 10-year reunion in The Ballyliffin Hotel on Sunday May 4. Tickets are 25 euro for Dinner, Band and Disco and are on sale in Value-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris’ Shop, Moville. Tickets need to be bought by April 27. All proceeds are going to Charity.

Fashion and Beauty night

There will be a fabulous fashion and beauty night in the Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa on Thursday, May 1 at 8pm, in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies!!! Tickets are available in all the usual local outlets, from the playgroup and all contributors.

McGlinchey Summer School

The McGlinchey Summer School will not take place this year, but the 2007 Summer School book – It’s Us They’re Talking About No 10 – is now available and on sale in local shops.

Inishowen Gardening Club

The monthly talk will be held on Monday, April 28 in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. The topic is rockery design and it will be given by Gordon Toner.

25 Card Drives

The weekly cards at Cloontagh school have now finished for the summer and will start again in November. We would like to thank everyone who supported the cards over the winter months.

Cots and Tots

Amanda and her staff at the Creche would like to thank everyone who helped raise 4,300 euro on pyjama day for Muscular Dystrophy Ireland and Crumlin Hospital for sick children in Dublin. 

Activity Club

An activity club is beginning soon in Clonmany for children aged 5 – 12 years. Anyone interested please contact 0863336517 or 0861064173 Monday to Friday between 10am and 6pm.

Sponsored Walk for Alan Doherty

There will be a sponsored walk in aid of the Alan Doherty Fund on Sunday, May 18 at 3pm. The walk will be leaving St Mary’s Hall, Clonmany and going via Binnion, Tullagh, the Rusty Nail in Crossconnell and back to the hall again where refreshments will be served to all participants. Sponsor cards are available by contacting Eddie on 9376781 or Breege on 9376391. Later that night at 10.30pm there will be music and a raffle in James Tams, Clonmany also in aid of the fund. All sponsor cards returned by that time will be entered into a special draw.

Social evening

The Foyle & Donegal Hospices Buncrana Support Group, present a social evening of Entertainment & Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm. Admission is 5 euro including a savoury supper. Approximately 100 displays & various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night. Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle & Irish Dancing by Aidan & Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. M.C. on the night will be Nicholas Crossan. Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend & support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114 

Irish Seniors Open

Accommodation is needed in the Ballyliffin area between Monday, June 16 and Sunday, June 22. Anyone with a suitable house to let in the Ballyliffin area can forward their details to Ballyliffin Golf Club on (074) 93 76119.

Youth Academy

Youth Academy registration day takes place on Saturday, April 12 at 4pm. All Ballyliffin Golf Club Juniors & juveniles are welcome to attend.

Cancer Care

Donegal Action for Cancer Care invites you to an Interdenominational Service for those affected by cancer. It will take place in St. Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny, on Sunday April 27, at 3pm. It will give people an opportunity to come together to remember their loved ones, to give thanks for healing and to have hope for the future. Everyone is welcome. For more information check on www.dacc.ie

Rasheny FC Grand Draw

The annual presentation dance and draw takes place on Sunday, May 4. First prize in the draw is 10,000 euro cash with many other valuable prizes. Amongst the prizes are : a  trip for 2 to Las Vegas; a week for 2 in Portugal;  a 46 inch TV; a year’s membership for 2 at Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa; the hire of a marquee with food supplied for 40 people; a lap top computer; a weekend for 2 in Paris and a mountain bike. Tickets are priced at 130 euro – with a meal for 2 on each ticket.  They are now on sale from committee members.

Resource Centre

Badminton every Tuesday from 6pm to 7pm, badminton is open to all children from age 6 upwards. New members are always welcome.

Keep-fit classes for women every Monday morning from 10 – 11am and Wednesday evenings from 7 – 8.15pm. There is also a keep-fit session for men every Wednesday evening from 8.30 – 9.30pm.  Disco dancing on Wednesday evenings from 5 – 6.30pm. New-comers are always welcome. If you would like more details call Jacinta on 086 3614206.

Clonmany Shamrock’s lotto

The Clonmany Shamrock’s lotto numbers drawn on April 13 were: 6, 12, 22 and 23. There was no jackpot winner this week and the jackpot has now risen to 8,950 euro. Winners of 20 euro: Philip Brennan, Gaddyduff.

Urris Match and Win

The Match and Win jackpot wasn’t claimed last week and the jackpot has now risen to 2,820 euro. The years drawn last week were: 1967, 1970, 1972 and 1982. The winners of 15 euro were:

1. Nora and Rose c/o Bingo

2. Annie and Kathleen c/o Bingo

3. Edward McLaughlin, Tullagh

4. Geraldine Devlin, Tullagh

5. Brendan O’Leary, Dublin 16

Sincere sympathy

Sympathy is offered to the family and friends of Bella Gallagher (née Canning), formerly of Deer Park, Burt, who died in Scotland.

First anniversary mass

First Anniversary mass for Patrick Greene and Dolores Ruane, Wednesday, April 23 at 8pm in the Parish Church.

De Capo Concert Series

De Capo Concert Series begins with a recital in the Fowler Hall on Friday, May 2 at 7.30pm, featuring the Binneas Quartet and traditional singer Eilín Ní Bheaglaoich. Tickets ten euro, concession five euro. For bookings telephone 0872259858 or 9383734

Inch Lake Golf Open

Inch Lake Golf Open at Foyle Golf Club on May 24, supported by Inch Island Community Association. Cost 40euro per player. Contact Denise or Lisa 9360822.

Coffee Morning

Coffee Morning in aid of Alzheimer’s Association on Saturday, May 3 from 12.30 – 2.30pm in Burt Hall. Please support.

Fahan Heritage Society

The newly established Heritage/Historical Group will meet on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm in the Presbyterian Church Hall, Fahan to elect officers and committee and to plan for the future.

Any interested people are welcome to attend. Enquiries to 087 2360561

Graves blessing

The Blessing of the Graves will take place in Burt on Sunday, June 1 at 3pm; in Inch the same day at 6pm and in Fahan on Sunday, June 8 at 3pm.

Interdenominational Service

Donegal Action for Cancer Care invites you to an Interdenominational Service for those affected by cancer. It will take place in St Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny, on Sunday, April 27 at 3pm. It will give people an opportunity to come together to remember their loved ones, to give thanks for healing and to have hope for the future. All welcome. www.dacc.ie

Social evening

The Foyle and Donegal Hospices Buncrana Support Group, present a social evening of Entertainment and Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm. Admission is five euro including a savoury supper. Approximately one hundred displays and various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night. Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle & Irish Dancing by Aidan & Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. MC on the night will be Nicholas Crossan.

Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend & support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114

Does Cancer Affect You?

Donegal Action for Cancer Care invites you to an Interdenominational Service for those affected by Cancer, which will take place in St. Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny on Sunday, April 27 at 3pm.  It will give people an opportunity to come together to remember their loved ones, to five thanks for healing and to have hope for the future.  All welcome.  www.dacc.ie  A bus will leave Carndonagh at 1.30pm.  Booking essential.  Call Rita 086 6028993.

Gardening Club

The monthly Inishowen Gardening Club talk will be held on Monday, April 28, in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. The topic is rockery design and it will be given by Gordon Toner. All welcome. 

Social evening

The Foyle & Donegal Hospices Buncrana Support Group presents a social evening of Entertainment & Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24, at 8pm. Admission is 5 euro including a savoury supper. Approximately one hundred displays & various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night. Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle & Irish Dancing by Aidan & Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. M.C. on the night will be Nicholas Crossan. Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend & support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114

Carndonagh Parish CE Project.

A place has arisen for a Community Employment office worker with good computer skills, on the Parish Project.  Usual FAS conditions apply. Tel 0868381635.

Good as New

In aid of the Methodist Church Hall Fund, is situated behind Mae’s in the Diamond. Come in and pick up a bargain.

Radio station agm

The AGM of Inishowen Community Radio will take place on Thursday May 8 at 7.30pm in the IDP offices (formerly the IRDL) in Pound Street Carndonagh.  All are welcome. 

Sponsored walk

There will be a sponsored walk in Aid of Alan Doherty Fund on Sunday May 18 at 3pm Leaving St Mary’s Hall Clonmany via Binnion, Tullagh, Rusty Nail and back to the hall for refreshments, music and raffle in James Tams at 10.30pm. All cards returned will be entered into a draw.  Also shor
ter routes available. Cards available from Eddie 93 76781 or Briege 93 76391. Please support this worthy cause.

Good As New

In aid of the Alzheimer’s Society (Donegal Branch) is open downstairs at Chinese Cafe on Bridge St. Carndonagh. All donations of clothes and bric a brac welcome. Contact ANNA at 087 6292125. Please support this excellent cause and remember those who can’t remember for themselves.

Alzheimer’s Tea Day

Is a lifeline for people with dementia and their families.  Make this the “Biggest Brew” ever by registering to host a party in your home or work place on Thursday May 1. Call 284-6616 or visit www.teaday.ie to make a difference.

The Carndonagh Active Retirement Group

Will hold a Tea Day in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society downstairs in the Wesley Hall on Thursday  May 1, from 10.30am to 4.30pm Please support.

Fashion night

There will be a fabulous fashion and beauty night in the Ballyliffen lodge on Thursday, May 1 at 8pm in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies, Tickets available in usual local outlets, playgroup and with all contributors.

Can you trip the light fantastic?

If not why not come along to the Wesley Hall on a Monday night at 8.30pm and learn to dance.  Classes recommence this week for eight weeks.

Computer, Internet & email Classes

Do you have problems with any of the above? If so come along to the Wesley Hall on a One to One basis and banish these demons forever. For further information tel 9329680 between 10am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

First Aid

Intermediate First Aid will commence in the Wesley Hall on Thursday  May 15,
booking is essential as places are limited.  This is a certified course, part funded by the Donegal VEC. and is 60 euro for 8 weeks.

Want to Lend a Hand?

Would you like to make a difference in your local area; get to know people in your community; share your talents and knowledge; develop skills and interest for your c.v.?  If you have answered yes to any of these questions and have a few hours to spare, please contact Sandra on 086 8117157 at the Donegal Volunteer Centre or register on-line at www.volunteerdonegal.com

The Care of the Aged groups

In each Parish throughout Inishowen are distribution a limited supply of Lagging Jackets and Low Energy Light Bulbs that they received from Action Inishowen to clients in their areas.   Please contact your local Care of the Aged Group if you or someone you know would benefit from these Energy Saving Devices.

Parish News

Parochial House 9374104.

Week day Mass Times There will be Mass on Monday  to Thursday at 10am. Mass on Friday will take place at 8pm Confessions will take place on Friday from 7pm – 7.45pm and Saturday 6pm to 6.45pm.

Results of Parish Draw 1^st Prize 250 euro Anthony Doherty, Glenmakee, Promoter Breigeen Doherty.  2^nd Prize 125 euro, Anne McClure, Gortnacool.  Promoter Margaret McLaughlin. 3^rd Prize 65 euro, Veronica Harkin, 133 Ard Colgan, Promoter Joy McLaughlin and 4^th Prize 65 euro, Seamus Lafferty, Gortlarry, Promoter Mary Lafferty. Congratulations to all.

Confirmation will take place this Saturday, April 26 at 11am, First Holy Communion will take place on Saturday, May 17, at 11am.

First Holy Communion takes place on Saturday, May 17 at 11am.

GAA

The winning numbers in the club mini-lotto were 7, 13,10, 23 and 1. There was no jackpot winner. The 75 euro went to Ruby Doherty(P), Glenmakee, Carndonagh. 30 euro to Ruby McCandless, Gleneely. 15 euro to Shane Donaghey, Tulnaree, Carndonagh. Shaun Bradley, 3 Ard Colgan, Carndonagh and Robert Walsh, Ballyliffen. The jackpot next week is 1400 euro and the draw will be held in Packie Farrens. In senior football both the reserves and seniors defeated Robert Emmetts in two hard fought games. Congratulations to the U/14 hurlers who recorded a good victory against McCumhaills.

If you have information you wish to have included in these notes please telephone 9374725 or email the above address before 8pm on Thursday evening.

Gaelscoil Bhun Cranncha

Foirmeacha iontrála do Mheán Fómhair ’08 ar fail ón oifig scoile anois, nó scairt a chur ar an runai scoile ar 0749361988. Spriocdháta iontrála 9ú Bealtaine.

Application forms for September ’08 are currently available from the school office or by phoning the secretary on 0749361988. Closing date for applications is May 9.