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CHURCH CONCERT: - as in previous years the now famous church concert takes place in the Church of the Nativity, Ballinacargy on Tuesday, 12th February. Doors will open at 7p.m. and the show will commence at 8p.m. Many celebrities are taken part. Once again as in previous years Willie Penrose and many of this friends are organisers and appearing will be Musical Director, Michael English, Mick foster, the well-known Willoughby brothers to name just a few. For full details see notice board in Streete Parish Park entrance hall. The organisers recommend that you bring a cushion for your own comfort. Having attended and enjoyed the show in previous years I recommend the show for a wonderful night out. Admission will cost €20, so keep a note of the date.
SOCIAL DANCE: - the next Social Dance takes place in Streete Parish Park on Friday, 15th February and music will be applied by the ever popular, Matt Leavy with the usual complimentary supper and free raffle. Numbers have increased at the last social night with many new faces attending and enjoying the night with comfort and lots of space, so think about it and should you decide to come along you will be most welcome. Dancing from 10p.m.-12.30 with admission €10. DANCING LESSONS: - With James & Bernie every Sunday night in Streete Parish Park starting at 8.00p.m. Any enquiries to 086 2008739 DROP IN MORNING: - As mentioned in last week’s notes the drop in morning formerly generously hosted by Jim Phelan in his Fiddlers Green Pub is now being held in Streete Parish Park Meeting Room on the first Thursday morning of each month from 11a.m. to 12.30p.m. The attendance at our first attempt last week was small, so please spread the word and we hope anyone free on Thursday, 7th February and on the first Thursday of the month will come along for a cuppa and a chat. There is no charge but if you like to put a few bob in the box it will be appreciated. A reminder will appear nearer the date. We also intend including a book and magazine swap table where people can bring and leave a book or magazine etc. and take away and swap at no charge. Most homes have books etc. which are suitable and of interest to others. There are a few more ideas such as a pack of cards etc. There will also be an opportunity to discuss anything related to the parish and district. All welcome and keep an eye on these notes and remember the first Monday morning of each month. If you have an idea just come along on February, 7th 11.00a.m.-12.30p.m. Streete Wildlife club would like to invite everybody especially all landowners to Murphy’s crossroads Inn this Friday 1st February to a game tasting night with a difference. All game on the night will be supplied by members of the club. Come along and taste some Pheasant, Partridge, Pigeon, Duck, Rabbit and maybe some deer stew. There will also be a raffle on the night with some very valuable spot prizes. Music on the night will be supplied by Paul Leavy, Admission is voluntary and all proceeds go to the Irish Heart foundation. Please support and bring a friend. February 7th Spring League. BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The walk along the towpath of the Royal Canal from the Dublin Road Bridge in Mullingar east to Baltrasna Bridge and then back on the nature trail on the other side of the canal made up the Ramblers walk on Sunday 20 January 2019. During the walk the group passed the quay at Piper's Boreen where emigrants boarded barges during the 19th century on the first stage of their journey to leave the country. The Ramblers will meet at Streete Parish Park on Sunday 3 February for their 2019 AGM, There will be a walk at 2pm followed by the AGM at 4pm. Members are reminded that annual subscriptions are now due: only €20 each or €30 for a family. New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411. See boherquillramblers.ie Table Quiz. The Streete Watch Community Alert committee would like to say a big Thank You to everyone who supported and took part in last Friday nights table quiz in the Fiddlers Green, Streete. Quiz master, Padraig Flynn, regaled the crowd with his amusing line of questions. An excellent raffle also took place after the quiz with a large range of fantastic prizes which were all very kindly donated with almost every table receiving a spot-prize. We would also like to say thanks to all who made and donated sandwiches. We would also like to thank Jim for the use of his premises. Thanks also to Fr. Nigel for his attendance. All in all, the quiz was a huge success. All monies raised will go towards Community Alert equipment and signage. So far, over 85 percent of the parish have signed up to our text alert system. If you haven’t had a call from one of our committee and would like to sign up it only costs €10 for the year. Please let us know and we will gladly call to you. We can’t promise to prevent crime but working together and being vigilant will greatly reduce the possibility. Garda Paddy Gynan will attend a meeting next month to advise our community on drugs and how to identify and report illicit use. Contact Paula 087 9680739 or Kevin 087 137522 if you want to register for our alert. STREETE BOWLS: - The club has resumed bowling after the Christmas break. Streete A and C hosted Ardagh B and Mullingar at the Streete Complex on Tuesday night. Streete A had a hard fought win over Ardagh but Streete C lost narrowly on the night to Mullingar. Streete B travelled to Athlone on the same night but did not win any points. All members of the club would like to offer their sincere sympathy to Rachel Gaffney on the recent death of her husband Paddy. May he rest in peace. New members welcome.
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DEATH: - we extend our sincere sympathy to Christy Salmon and the extended Salmon family on the sudden death of his brother, Noel, Commerstown, Collinstown on Monday, 14th January at his residence. Noel is predeceased by his loving wife, Vivienne, daughters, Lee and Emma, sons Eric and Neil, brothers Tom and Christy, sister Marian (Gibney) and a large extended family. Noel’s removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Collinstown on Wednesday, 16th, Funeral Mass on Thursday followed by burial afterwards in the local cemetery. May Noel rest in peace. Christy, who lives in Castlepollard is along with his sons, is the local bus operator in this district and known to members of our Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club and to locals who travel on his local link buses.
SYMPATHY; - We extend sincere sympathy to the family of Seamus Kiernan, Legan whose death occurred on Tuesday, 15th January. Seamus was predeceased by his sister, Marian Murtagh, brothers Kevin, Tom and Philip and his former wife, Antoinette (nee Donoghue) late of Ruthall, Streete. Deeply regretted by his daughter, Fiona Callaghan and her husband Kieran, Edgeworthstown, grandchildren, Viola and Jack, his sister Margo McNamara, brothers Paddy and Michael, relatives and friends. His funeral followed Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Edgeworthstown and he was laid to rest In Aughafin Cemetery. May he rest in peace. DEATH; - It is with deep regret I wish to report the death in Boston of Molly Sawyer nee Casey on Tuesday 15th January last. Molly was predeceased by her parents, Jack and Elizabeth Casey, her brother Paddy in Rinroe by her grandmother Cahill, after whose death she moved to Correally with her father and brother, Paddy Casey. Molly is survived by her husband Clarence, her son Patrick, stepchildren, cousins and many friends in Boston, in Co. Clare and in this parish. Her funeral took place after mass in Boston last Saturday at which time her remains were cremated. May her gentle soul rest in peace. Her late brother Paddy is still remembered in a special way by the older members of this community PARISH MORNING: - During the past number of months Jim Phelan, owner of Fiddlers Green pub, Streete hosted a drop in style morning in his pub. Due to changes with Jim’s health opening hours of the pub and shop have had to be changed and the shop is only open from 10.00a.m. - to 12noon and again from 4p.m. until closing time. I am glad to report Jim is making progress and we all remember him and wish him continued progress to full health. The Chairman and committee of our parish Park have unanimously agreed to continue, what started as Jim’s idea, and hold a morning get together on the third Thursday morning of each month from 11.00a.m.-12.30 when all will be welcome to call to the Centre for a complimentary tea/coffee morning and if you feel like bringing a tart or scones all the better. All welcome. For any further information call Declan 086 8123514 or Brian 086 2596656. We are open to any suggestions that might help. The first such morning is Thursday, 24th January. Watch this space for details each month. We hope anyone free at the time will come along and keep in touch. Time and date each month can be discussed at our first get together. ST CHRISTOPHERS: - The Edgeworthstown Branch of St. Christopher’s, Longford in conjunction with Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club held a fundraiser walk last Sunday starting and ending at Streete Parish Park which as always was a huge success. Eamon Cathy, Chairman of St. Christopher’s (Edgeworthstown Branch) asks me to sincerely thank Boherquill Ramblers Chairperson, Patricia Bruton and Parish Park Chairman, Declan Carthy for their wonderful help and support with this worthy fundraiser. Thanks to the ladies who once again provided tea etc. after the walk and Tracey Carthy and Lily Parker who organised and sold raffle tickets. As always prizes for the raffle were donated, so all I can say is a big thank you to one and all. STREETE LOTTO: - results of lotto held in Streete Parish Park on Monday, 14th January are as follows: - 6,13,16 19 and the winners were M O’Hara c/o C & D, Mgt. Nea,Imelda Kelly. Next Lotto draw will be held on Monday, 28th January when the jackpot will be €15,000. Thank you all very much for your ongoing support of our Lotto. REMINDER - TABLE QUIZ: - This Friday night in Fiddlers green pub, Streete at 9pm. Streete Watch Community alert Committee are running a Fundraiser Table Quiz to raise funds to progress on the good work already done. Quizmaster will be Padraig Flynn with questions to test everyone’s knowledge across a wide range of topics. There will be a Raffle on the night; we would welcome your generosity in supporting the night with prizes or donations. Tables of 4, €40 Junior table €20 Contact any of the committee, or call Paula 087 6565689 or Kevin 087 1375222. BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The Ramblers joined many local people at Streete Parish Park for a walk to raise funds for St Christopher's Services for people with intellectual difficulties on Sunday 13 January 2019. Their 6km loop walk took them past the ruins of Nugent's Castle near Coolamber and the old graveyard on the same quiet road. After the walk the group were treated to refreshments and a raffle at the Parish Park. Many thanks to Eamon Carthy and all those involved in organising the afternoon. The Boherquill Ramblers 2019 AGM will be held on Sunday 3 February at Streete Parish Park. Details will be given in future notes. Anyone who wishes to secure a place on the Members trip to Wales over the June Bank Holiday (31 May to 3 June 2019) should contact Nini Murray at 086 8754411 asap. A €50 deposit is required. Nini will have more details in due course. Members are reminded that annual subscriptions are now due: only €20 each or €30 for a family. New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411. See boherquillramblers.ie SOCIAL DANCE; - A most enjoyable Social Dance took place in Streete Parish Park Centre last Friday with music by Andy Feery. Many of our regulars attended a music weekend in Donegal; never the less a good crowd attended our dance. Our next dance will be on Friday, 15th February when music will be by Matt Leavy when we hope to see you all there. CHRISTENING: - last Sunday in St. Mary’s Church, Boherquill Fr. Nigel celebrated the christening of baby, Fiadh Lily Carthy, daughter of Declan and Tracey Carthy and a granddaughter of Michael and Marian Dunne. Baby Fiadh is a welcome sister for Jack and Caoimhe and we wish her a long and healthy life with the Carthy family at home in Ringowney. The christening was attended by family members and friends at a celebration meal in Streete Parish Park with a hot meal and catering organised and managed by hotelier, John Feerick, Rathowen. The younger members were well entertained with a massive Bouncing Castle and lots of treats in the Main Hall. I would highly recommend the venue to any family having a birthday or celebration. If interested call Tracey 087 9287129 or Mary or Anne in the office 043 6685926.
BINGO; - bingo continues every Monday night commencing at 8.30p.m. sharp in the Community Park Centre. Should you be interested and wish to get details ring the office any Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 043 6685926. If you leave a message your call will be returned A.S.A.P. At the moment the bingo Main Jackpot stands at €20,000 in 42 calls or less and the second jackpot also in 42 calls is building up nicely and is at €12,000. There is also a separate raffle in each half with tickets costing €2 and a prize of €100 in each half. On Monday night, 21st January we are holding a Monster Bingo with lots of money to be won. Your continued support is greatly appreciated WALKING: - as always at the beginning of a new year I get many enquiries about our Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club and as always we welcome any new members for 2019. Philip and Maura will shortly produce our calendar of walks for the coming year, so for good value now is the time to join by contacting any of our members or call Brian 086 2596656, emailbrian.nerney@gmail.com; Alice 0868130780 email alicepnerney@gmail.com or P.R.O. Philip Epps 087 7753612, otherwise look our web www.boherquillramblers.ie. As we plan for this year our walks, trips etc. we would welcome suggestions for walks, so don’t be shy just come along any Sunday for walk start at 2.00p.m., but for any exact details please call any of the numbers in advance. Membership including insurance is only €20 for single or €30 for a family for the year. AGM: -please note I have been informed by Nini Murray, Secretary of Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club that the Club’s Annual General Meeting will take place on Sunday, 3rd February in Streete Parish Park Centre. Should you have any item you would like to get put on the agenda please let her know on 086 8754411. Additional information will be on the website and these local Streete notes in due course. WALKING TRIP: - should you be interested in going to Wales with the Boherquill Ramblers at the end of May/June weekend please contact Nini or Chairperson Patricia Bruton to book. A deposit of €50 is required to secure a place. Please keep an eye on these notes each week and also www.boherquillramblers.ie for updates or call 086 8754411 FARM SOLD: - a very historic farm in Coolnagun in this parish and formerly owned by the late Michael Earley has been recently sold to a Mullingar businessman and we wish him happiness with his new property. The late Michael Earley was a very highly regarded member of the local community and was one of the original founders and a trustee of Streete Parish Park – a venture he was very proud of. POST BOX: - back to local news, it is very sad to notice the post box on the wall of what was our Post Office in Rathowen village has been removed now that the Post Office is closed and transferred to Aidan Geerahs premises in Ballinalack village where daily collection is 4p.m. Best wishes are sent to Aidan who has extended his shop and filling station which includes a new coffee shop and restaurant. BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The effect of the last year's unusual weather was clear to see during the Ramblers walk at Multyfarnham on Sunday 6 January 2019. The water level in Lough Derravaragh was still low since last year's drought and the more recent mild weather meant there was lots of new spring growth on the flowers and bushes. On Sunday 20 January 2019 the Ramblers will meet in Mullingar for an 8km walk along the Royal Canal from the Dublin Road Bridge to Baltrasna Bridge and back on the opposite side. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at 2pm at the free car park beside Bellview Health Centre on the Delvin Road in Mullingar. Walking boots are advised as the return part of the walk can be muddy. The Boherquill Ramblers 2019 AGM will be held on Sunday 3 February at Streete Parish Park. Details will be given in future notes. Members are reminded that annual subscriptions are now due: only €20 each or €30 for a family. New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411. See boherquillramblers.ie SOCIAL DANCING: - Our next Social Dance in Streete Parish Park is this Friday, 18th January with music by the ever popular, Andy Feery. Dancing 10.00-12.30 with free raffle and refreshments on the night. Come along for a good night’s entertainment. DANCING LESSONS: - With James & Bernie every Sunday night in Streete Parish Park starting at 8.00p.m. Any enquiries to 086 2008739 BEST WISHES: - and a very happy, healthy and peaceful New Year to all readers of my Streete & District notes each week in this paper, and I offer my sincere thanks to our two ladies, Anne Creamer and Mary McBrien who throughout the year help me with typing and emailing to the papers etc., as I would not cope without their wonderful help.
THANKS: - as president of the most successful Walking Club, Boherquill Ramblers our gratitude in particular goes to club Chairperson, Patricia Bruton, Ballynacargy who helps out in so many ways and in particular she organises our annual trips to interesting places and countries from time to time, our Secretary, Nini Murray, Tarmonbarry who does all secretarial matters, our Joint Treasurers, Alice Nerney & Mary McHugh who keep us on the straight and narrow at all times and most of all thanks to our unbelievable P.R.O, Philip Epps, Monilea, helped by his wife, Maura Cullen who organises new walks etc. etc. Should I have overlooked anyone please forgive me as all our members play their own part and help out in many ways. Thank you to all on behalf of all of us and Happy 2019 walking. New members always welcome just contact any of us or Alice 0868130780; alicenerney@gmail.com or Brian 086 2596656 or brian.nerney@gmail.com . Finally I must remind all to pay our insurance and we depend on your membership which is only €20 per person or €30 per family payable to Mary McHugh or any family member. LOTTO: - the numbers drawn in our last lotto draw on 17th December 2018 were 8,17,21 25 and the results were as follows: - 1 Aaron Parker c/o C & D: 2 Aoghan Clarke: 3 Gerry O’Neill: 4 St. James’s Church of Ireland : 5 Tommy & Fionnula Denning. CHARITY WALK: - in aid of St. Christopher’s (Mostrim Branch) in conjunction with Boherquill Ramblers Walking Club on Sunday, 13th January at 2.00p.m. starting at Streete Parish Park with refreshments afterwards in the Centre. This walk is suitable for all age groups. For further information please call Tracey on 087 9287129. JACKPOTS: - in Streete Parish Park – jackpot (1) €20,000, jackpot (2) €9,000, lotto jackpot, €15,000. Bingo every Monday night at 8.30p.m. Lotto during bingo every second Monday night. OFFICE HOURS: - our office is upstairs and will be attended by Mary & Anne Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 10a.m. – 2p.m. with reasonably priced secretarial services. Please phone during these times on 043 6685926. CHRISTENING: - congratulations to our Parish Park Chairman, Declan Carthy and his wife, Tracey whose baby girl, Fiadh was christened in St. Mary’s Church, Boherquill on Saturday last with refreshments afterwards in the Parish Park Centre. We wish Declan, Tracey and Fiadh a long and healthy life ahead. STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB; - The following are the results from our ever popular winter league. High gun winner Ronan Quinn Moydow, Runner-up Malcolm Graham Monaghan, Class AA winner Shane Kelly Moydow, Runner-up Dinko Berta Streete, Class A winner Richard O'Rawe Cavan, Runner-up James Flynn Streete, Class B winner Jerry Smith Cavan, Runner-up Kelsey O'Rawe Cavan, Class C winner Frank Lyons Legan, Runner up Connor Gillhooley, class X for those that didn't get the five scores in to qualify for the grand final winner Shane Getting’s Streete, Runner-up Barney Kenny Cashel, Ladies section winner Kelsey O'Rawe Cavan, Junior section winner James Flynn, Streete, Ball trap winner Malcolm Graham Monaghan, runner-up Richard O'Rawe Cavan, most improved shooter of the league Frankie Carrigy Balinalee. The club would like to express a special word of thanks to the following, Ray Dolan Mullingar, Pat Grimes Rathowen for his camera work on the final night, Peggy Denning and Mary Mulligan for the wonderful supply of buns and scones each Thursday night, O'Brien's centre Mullingar, Quinn’s Supply stores Edgeworthstown for their valued support and sponsorship from 2016, to all members of Streete wildlife club for turning out each Thursday night to referee etc. To our main sponsor Ronan Quinn of Derrymore Peat Moydow Longford. Streete wildlife club would like to wish all our customers and friends a very happy and prosperous New Year. See you all for more of the same in February 2019. BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS; - The mild weather continued over the Christmas period for the Ramblers walks in Mullaghmeen Forest on St. Stephen's Day 2018 and Kilbixy forest on 30 December so the members had a chance to walk off the excesses of the season. On Sunday 13 January 2019 there will be a walk in aid of St Christopher’s Services for people with intellectual difficulties starting at 2pm sharp, please, at Streete Parish Park. There will be refreshments and a raffle after the walk. The Boherquill Ramblers 2019 AGM will be held on Sunday 3 February at Streete Parish Park. Details will be given in future notes. All Ramblers and their families are wished a Happy New Year and Good Health in 2019. New members are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411. See boherquillramblers.ie |
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