Community Alert: Gardaí ask you to be highly vigilant at this present time and keep an eye out for any suspicious vehicles around the area. A large number of dog thefts have been reported throughout the country recently. Gardaí are aware this is making dog owners feel unsafe and worried about their beloved pets. They advise you take extra precautions for their safety and report any movements of persons unknown to you to them. They ask you try and get a photo or Reg number to assist them in their investigations. The Streete Watch message is clear. “Prompt communication is the key weapon in the fight against crime”. Streete Watch in partnership with an Gardaí Siochana aims to help the people of Streete parish and surrounding Districts to protect their homes, businesses and our community against burglary, fraud and anti-social behaviour. Please save these numbers to your phone Garda; Castlepollard 044 9661112 Mullingar 044 938 4000 or Granard 043 668 7660 Garda Patrol car 086 8582974 or if you need to discuss anything in private call 087 1375222
Face Masks: The Government has announced that from Monday 10th of August face coverings must now be worn in all shops, retail settings and shopping centres. This is in response to help stop the spread of the virus.
CHURCH NOTES: - Fr Nigel would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding over the past number of months and welcomes everyone back to our churches, He would also like to let you know that visiting of the sick and housebound will resume in August. Under current restrictions Fr Nigel will have to be invited by the sick person or a family member before he can visit their home with the sacraments, please call in advance.
Confirmation will take place on Saturday, September 12th at 11 am
First Confession will take place Wednesday, September 23rd at 7 pm
First Holy Communion will take place on Saturday, September 26th at 11 am
STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB: - The following are the results from our 100 Bird competition held on the August bank holiday weekend.
Overall high gun Ian O'Sullivan Limerick.
Class A 1st Conan Kelly Westmeath. 2nd John Moore Limerick.
Class B 1st Brian O'Sullivan Limerick. 2nd Enda McLoughlin Leitrim.
Class C 1st Billy Joe Flavin Limerick. 2nd Sean Mulvey Leitrim.
Class-D 1st Barty Kennedy Carlow. 2nd Dylan Martin Langford.
Ladies 1st Lisa Hobin Meath. 2nd Shannon O'Sullivan Meath.
The club would like to especially thank KBG Accountants Cavan & Longford for coming on board as main sponsor of this event. Also to all shooters from near and far who came to support Streete Wildlife club, and to our club members who gave up their time on both Saturday and Sunday to fill traps and referee etc the club is extremely very grateful.
The club would like to offer its sincere sympathy to Sean Flood and family Clonmore Lismacaffrey on the recent death of his wife Maureen. May she rest in peace.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The Ramblers met at Taughmon church near Mullingar on Sunday 9 August 2020 for a 7km loop walk through Gaulmoylestown. On the way they passed Gaulmoylestown Lake where the banks were lined with anglers. The smell of recently-cut grass was in the air and several times the group were passed by tractors and trailers as the local farmers were busy drawing in silage.
On Sunday 23 August the Ramblers will walk in Castlepollard. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet outside the Town and Country pub on the Square in Castlepollard at 2pm for a 9 km road and cross-country walk. Boots should be worn for this walk.
If you intend to walk please contact Nini at 086 8754411 or Philip at 087 7753612 before Sunday.
See boherquillramblers.ie for more information and Covid-19 Safety Guidelines.
COVID 19: Please remember Neighbours, lockdown ain’t over yet it has just eased. PHASE 3 has now commenced on 29th June, you should still stay at home as much as you possibly can. Travel no further than necessary away from your home. Department of the Taoiseach - Keep informed, keep your distance, and stay safe.
NOTES: If you would like to remind us of an upcoming event or would like to have something mentioned in the Streete and District notes, please email kbrady1964@gmail.com or call Kevin 087 1375222 before 5pm Saturday at the latest.
STREETE & DISTRICT NOTES 9TH AUGUST 2020
Deepest sympathy: is expressed to Sean Flood and family Clonmore, Lismacaffrey on the sad passing of Maureen Flood (née Costello) formerly of Ballinabrough, Inverin, Co. Galway; on Sunday, August 2nd, peacefully, in the loving care of her family. Maureen will be sadly missed by her loving husband Sean, daughters Bernadette, Margaret, Frances and Eleanor, grandchildren Aoife, Mia, Ciara, Ronan and Pierce, sons-in-law, relatives and friends. Maureen Reposed at her home, on Tuesday, August 4th, concluding with prayers and Removal on Wednesday, August 5th to St Mary’s Church, Boherquill for her Funeral Mass, Maureen was a very kind and lovable lady who along with her family will be missed by all her neighbours and friends. For anyone who could not attend the funeral due to the current restrictions and wishes to pass on their sympathies to the Flood family. Cassidy Funeral Directors have set up a book of Condolences on R.I.P. ie. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE.
Community Alert: Gardaí ask you to be highly vigilant at this present time and keep an eye out for any suspicious vehicles around the area. A large number of dog thefts have been reported throughout the country recently. Gardaí are aware this is making dog owners feel unsafe and worried about their beloved pets. They advise you take extra precautions for their safety and report any movements of persons unknown to you to them. They ask you try and get a photo or Reg number to assist them in their investigations. The Streete Watch message is clear. “Prompt communication is the key weapon in the fight against crime”. Streete Watch in partnership with an Gardaí Siochana aims to help the people of Streete parish and surrounding Districts to protect their homes, businesses and our community against burglary, fraud and anti-social behaviour. Please save these numbers to your phone Garda; Castlepollard 044 9661112 Mullingar 044 938 4000 or Granard 043 668 7660 Garda Patrol car 086 8582974 or if you need to discuss anything in private call 087 1375222
Parish Park Bingo & Lotto: Online Bingo will start on August 17th and will be live to your phone or computer via zoom. This is a new and exciting way of playing one of the oldest and most popular games that is loved by people all across Ireland. Online Bingo is simple and easy to follow, it just requires a bit of luck which makes it much more exciting. Step (1) To play you will need to download zoom to your phone or laptop. Step (2) Have an email address and the use of a printer. Step (3) Log into Club Force website to play Streete Bingo or Streete Lotto. Click on my club, type in Streete. Click next and you’re in. You will then receive your play book to your email address, then simply print and play on Monday night 17th of August from the comfort of your home. If you haven’t a printer we can print them for you at the parish park. I know it sounds difficult but once you do it all becomes simple. Have fun and we really hope you will support us and win, win, win!
Face Masks: The Government has announced that from Monday 10th of August face coverings must now be worn in all shops, retail settings and shopping centres. This is in response to help stop the spread of the virus.
MASS TIMES: Vigil Mass every Saturday evening: Boherquill at 8.00 p.m. Sunday Morning: Rathowen at 10.00 a.m. Please note Mass times will remain the same throughout the year. Saturday August 15th Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Reader: Anne Murphy. If you would like to make an enquiry or make a Mass booking, please call Fr Nigel Charles on 087 7009433 or 043 6685847 STREETE/RATHOWEN or email nigelcharles2003@yahoo.co.uk
Weekday Masses; Tuesday August 16th Boherquill 9.30 am Wednesday August 12th Rathowen 9.30 am Adoration 10 to 10.30 Thursday August 13th Rathowen 9.30 am Adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday 14th Boherquill 8pm Adoration 7 to 8 pm
CHURCH NOTES: - Fr Nigel would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding over the past number of months and welcomes everyone back to our churches, He would also like to let you know that visiting of the sick and housebound will resume in August. Under current restrictions Fr Nigel will have to be invited by the sick person or a family member before he can visit their home with the sacraments, please call in advance.
Confirmation will take place on Saturday, September 12th at 11 am
First Confession will take place Wednesday, September 23rd at 7 pm
First Holy Communion will take place on Saturday, September 26th at 11 am
BOHERQUILL RAAMBLERS: - The Ramblers met at Whitehall near Castlepollard for a walk through the hills and valleys around Gillardstown on Sunday 2 August 2020. The 10km loop walk included views of Knockeyon, lots of wild flowers along the roadside ditches and the many shades of green in the woods near Ballybeg.
On Sunday 16 August 2020 the Ramblers will meet at Coolnahay Harbour for a walk beside the Royal Canal. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at Coolnahay at 2pm.
If you intend to walk please contact Nini at 086 8754411 or Philip at 087 7753612 before Sunday and please note that all walks will be Members-only until further notice.
See boherquillramblers.ie for more information and Covid-19 Safety Guidelines.
STREETE & DISTRICT NOTES 2ND AUGUST 2020
COMMUNITY ALERT: Gardaí ask you to be highly vigilant at this present time and keep an eye out for any suspicious vehicles around the area. A large number of dog thefts have been reported throughout the country recently. Gardaí are aware this is making dog owners feel unsafe and worried about their beloved pets. They advise you take extra precautions for their safety and report any movements of persons unknown to you to them. They ask you to try and get a photo or reg. number to assist them in their investigations. The Streete Watch message is clear. Prompt communication is the key weapon in the fight against crime. Streete Watch in partnership with an Garda Siochana aims to help the people of Streete parish and surrounding Districts to protect their homes, businesses and our community against burglary, fraud and anti-social behaviour. Please save these numbers to you phone Garda; Castlepollard 044 9661112 Mullingar 044 938 4000 or Granard 043 668 7660 Garda Patrol car 086 8582974 or if you need to discuss anything in private call 087 1375222
Active Retirement Group: Reminder, we are starting back our morning gathering this coming Thursday 6th August, in the meeting room at the Parish Park from 11 am until 12.30 Social distancing will apply and if you have a mask please bring it with you. All welcome.
Congratulations: and best wishes for the future to Carol Duffy Daughter of Pat and Mary Duffy Ballew Lismacaffrey who announced her engagement to Sean O’Connor from Ballinlough Co Roscommon last weekend, On behalf of the parish I wish them both a long and happy life together with all the riches life can bring.
Parish Park Bingo & Lotto: Online Bingo will start on August 17th and will be live to your phone or computer via zoom. This is a new and exciting way of playing one of the oldest and most popular games that is loved by people all across Ireland. Online Bingo is simple and easy to follow, it just requires a bit of luck which makes it much more exciting. Step (1) to play you will need to download zoom to your phone or laptop. Step (2) Have an email address and a bank debit card and the use of a printer. Step (3) you buy your bingo card online. You will then receive your playbook to your email address, then simply print and play on Monday night 17th of August from the comfort of your home. If you haven’t a printer we can print them for you at the Parish Park. Lotto can be played in similar way full details next week.
MASS TIMES: Vigil Mass every Saturday evening: Boherquill at 8.00 p.m. Sunday Morning: Rathowen at 10.00 a.m. Please note Mass times will remain the same throughout the year. Reader for August 8th Geraldine Gilligan. If you would like to make an enquiry or make a Mass booking, please call Fr Nigel Charles on 087 7009433 or 043 6685847 STREETE/RATHOWEN or email nigelcharles2003@yahoo.co.uk
Weekday Masses; Tuesday, August 4th Boherquill 9.30 am Wednesday, August 5th Rathowen 9.30 am Adoration 10 to 10.30 Thursday, August 6th Rathowen 9.30 am Adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday 7th Boherquill 8pm Adoration 7 to 8 pm
CHURCH NOTES: - Fr Nigel would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding over the past number of months and welcomes everyone back to our churches, He would also like to let you know that visiting of the sick and housebound will resume in August. Under current restrictions Fr Nigel will have to be invited by the sick person or a family member before he can visit their home with the sacraments, please call in advance.
Confirmation will take place on Saturday, September 12th at 11 am
First Confession will take place Wednesday, September 23rd at 7 pm
First Holy Communion will take place on Saturday, September 26th at 11 am
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - It is said that the Provinces of Ulster, Leinster and Connacht can be seen from the Ramblers viewpoint at Fleming's Folly near Ballinagh on 26 July 2020. On such a clear day it was quite easy to believe the claim with views in all directions. Other attractions on the walk were the sound of water running in the little stream beside the road as the walkers climbed the hill and the taste of the wild raspberries beside the forest trail on the way down the other side. On Sunday 9 August 2020 the Ramblers will visit Taughmon near Mullingar for an 8km road walk. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at Taughmon Church at 2pm. If you intend to walk please contact Nini at 086 8754411 or Philip at 087 7753612 before Sunday and please note that all walks will be Members-only until further notice.
See boherquillramblers.ie for more information and Covid-19 Safety Guidelines.
COVID 19: Please remember Neighbours, lockdown ain’t over yet it has just eased. PHASE 3 has now commenced on 29th June, you should still stay at home as much as you possibly can. Travel no further than necessary away from your home. Department of the Taoiseach - Keep informed, keep your distance, and stay safe.
STREETE & DISTRICT NOTES 26 TH JULY 2020.
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES: is extended to the Meehan family formally Coole on the passing of Maura Meehan (née Gilsenan Float Lismacaffrey) - Meehan's Bar, Coole, Mullingar, Co Westmeath July 21, 2020, peacefully in the company of her devoted family. Beloved wife of the late Anthony, Maura will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her dear and caring family - Nuala, Caroline, Donal and Paul, sons-in-law John and Ronan, daughter-in-law Aisling, her adored grandchildren Sean, Conor, Cathal, Cillian and Grace, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and many friends. Maura was a true lady and will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure to know her especially by our older generation from when she and her family owned the pub and shop later known as the float. The family are grateful for all your kind offers of sympathy and support. For anyone who could not attend the funeral due to the current restrictions and wishes to pass on their sympathies to the Meehan family, Gilsenan Funeral Directors have set up a book of Condolences on R.I.P. ie MAY SHE REST IN PEACE.
PARISH PARK BINGO & LOTTO: Some good news for a change this week!. The committee met this week and are looking at ways to bring in much-needed funding to the Community Centre. As you all know Bingo and lotto are our main source of income and despite COVID unfortunately the bills still have to be paid, but recent developments in the way we run bingo have also changed due to COVID 19 and the current restrictions on crowd gatherings. This means it is not feasible to run bingo in the conventional way until the government decide it is safe for large crowds to come together again, as it stands this may be some time away. So not to disappoint our regular bingo goers and lotto supporters we are looking at doing bingo online and also lotto online. Some of our committee and a few of our bingo goers experimented last week and took part in online bingo from the comfort of their home and played an online bingo in County Cork with great success, the feedback was very positive. We have to invest in a piece of equipment and hope to be up and running for Monday, August 10th. This is a new and exciting leap forward for regular bingo goers but as one of our passionate bingo players and supports said it will be lovely to sit at home on a cold wet winters night and play Streete bingo at the fire without having to venture out. So please pass the word around and for those who don’t come out to bingo, this is a great opportunity to help and support our Parish Park and keep the doors open. More next week.
North Westmeath Turbine Action Group: is organizing a mid-Summer Stroll up Kockeyon on August Bank Holiday Monday at 11am, followed by tea and homemade cakes at Streamstown Whitehall. The walk up Knockeyon is beautiful on a clear day with breathtaking views over the countryside and overlooking our parish it’s a great way to spend the August Bank Holiday Monday morning and give kids a wonderful experience. For more details contact 086 3819811
Children’s Competition – using Lego to showcase local heritage: The Heritage Council is calling on children, aged 4 to 12 years of age, across the country to put their imagination to good use this summer by using their Lego bricks to recreate their favourite example of Irish built, natural or cultural heritage. You must choose your category, build a model, write a short description of what your model represents and why it’s important to you. Closing date: Sunday 30th August. Lego books and kits will be provided for the winners. To find out more go to https://www.heritagecouncil.ie/projects/lego-competition
Rural Social scheme Workers required for Streete Parish Park. If you know anyone eligible please contact Mr Tony McCormack at Westmeath Community Development, 044-9348571 or email tmccormack@westcd.ie Minimum rate is €225.50/week. Minimum criteria to apply for an RSS placement includes: Own a minimum of 1 hectare of land. Have a Herd, Equine or Pig number, be In receipt of the Basic Payment Scheme from Department of employment and social protection. Alternatively, if your child/sibling/ spouse, civil partner or cohabitant is getting one of the qualifying social welfare payments and is actively farming, they can use your herd number to qualify for the scheme.
Active Retirement Group: Reminder, we will start back our morning gathering next month, so folks remember to put in your diary Thursday 6th of August 11 am until 12.30 all welc
MASS TIMES: Vigil Mass every Saturday evening: Boherquill at 8.00 p.m. Sunday Morning: Rathowen at 10.00 a.m. Please note Mass times will remain the same throughout the year. Reader for August 1st Tara Fagan. If you would like to make an enquiry or make a Mass booking, please call Fr Nigel Charles on 087 7009433 or 043 6685847
STREETE/RATHOWEN WEEKDAY MASSES: Tues July 28th Boherquill 9.30am Wed July 29th Rathowen 9.30am, Adoration 10 – 10.30am Thurs July 30th
Rathowen 9.30am, Adoration 10 – 10.30am Fri July 31st Boherquill 8pm, Adoration 7 – 8pm
CHURCH NOTES: - Fr Nigel would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding over the past number of months and welcomes everyone back to our churches, He would also like to let you know that visiting of the sick and housebound will resume in August. Under current restrictions Fr Nigel will have to be invited by the sick person or a family member before he can visit their home with the sacraments, please call in advance.
Confirmation will take place on Saturday, September 12th at 11 am
First Confession will take place Wednesday, September 23rd at 7 pm
First Holy Communion will take place on Saturday, September 26th at 11 am
ease Extra-Ordinary Ministers of the Eucharist meeting will take place on Tuesday 14th July in Boherquill Church at 8 pm
STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB: - this weekend Streete Wildlife club are hosting another 100 bird sporting competition. Due to covid-19 this event will be run over 2 days to adhere to all government guidelines.
The club are very grateful to Gowna man Ciaran Brady of KBG Accountants Cavan and Longford for coming on board as main sponsor of this event. If at this stage you are not booked in you can do so by phone or text to 086 2582370. Please do not show up unannounced.
Streete Wildlife club would like to congratulate club man Kevin McGauran and his new bride Ann Marie on their recent wedding held last Saturday, 25 July. We wish the happy couple many years of health and happiness.
BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The weather was dry but cloudy on 19 July 2020 when the Ramblers walked beside the Royal Canal outside Mullingar. With no hills, it was an easy stroll out to Ballinea Bridge on the canal towpath and back along the Old Rail Trail Greenway where a few cyclists were out for some exercise.
On Sunday 2 August 2020 the Ramblers will meet at Whitehall School for a 9km road walk. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet in Whitehall at 2pm.
If you intend to walk please contact Nini at 086 8754411 or Philip at 087 7753612 before Sunday and please note that all walks will be Members-only until further notice.
See boherquillramblers.ie for more information and Covid-19 Safety Guidelines.
COVID 19: Please remember Neighbours, lockdown ain’t over yet it has just eased. PHASE 3 has now commenced on 29th June, you should still stay at home as much as you possibly can. Travel no further than necessary away from your home. Department of the Taoiseach - Keep informed, keep your distance, and stay safe.
NOTES: If you would like to remind us of an upcoming event or would like to have something mentioned in the Streete and District notes, please email kbrady1964@gmail.com or call Kevin 087 1375222 before 5pm Saturday at the latest.

​MASSES: - for the month of August Weekend Mass times change as follows: - Saturday’s, Boherquill 8p.m. and Sunday’s, Rathowen 11a.m.

READER: - Saturday, Boherquill, Michael Fagan.

ACTIVE AGE: - Our Active Age Group goes on their first group outing this Thursday to Omagh in Northern Ireland.  Full report on the trip in next week’s notes in this paper.  Any new members welcome to join at our meetings, which take place on the first Thursday of each month at 11a.m. for a cup of tea and a chat.  For any further information call Kevin 087 1375222.

BREAK - as this is the month of August Boherquill Ramblers take their annual break which leaves families free for holiday and family activities.  Walks back again first Sunday in September.  We wish all an enjoyable summer.

ST. FINTANS: - National School, Lismacaffrey are enrolling for September.  For any information contact 043 6685233 or call to the School.

FORE: - the writer and some other people from the parish had the pleasure of meeting former President, Mary McAleese with Minister of State, Helen McEntee last week.  They were engaged in making a documentary for L.T.V.Television on famous Monastic Sites with particular spiritual influences.  They visited the Abbey and did the new walk recently opened followed by some invited guests including members of the I.F.A. Farm Family and other organisations for tea and lovely treats at Jane’s tea rooms.  Local comments, with which I agree was that Mrs. McALeese was as lovely and warm as ever, having had a word for everyone present and standing for loads of photographs.   P.J. Reilly, Fore’s resident Tourist Guide filled us in with the historical facts about Fore, which made for interesting listening and Alice Nerney spoke about the recent Green Ribbon “Walk & Talk “ occasion in Fore.  Thanks to Jane for her usual excellent spread of tea, cakes etc.  It was a most enjoyable afternoon. Mrs. McAleese now lives in County Roscommon with her husband, Martin.  The programme is due to be aired in the autumn, so keep an eye on these notes in the months ahead.

BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The Ramblers travelled to Ballinagh, County Cavan on Sunday 28 July 2019 for a walk to Fleming's Folly on nearby Belville Hill. The Folly was built in the 1700s by Captain James Fleming and had fallen into disrepair until a local committee completed its restoration in 2013. There is now a 7.5km loop walk to the Folly from which the Ramblers were able to appreciate the fine view which is said to take in 7 counties.
Thank you to Deirdre Leavy who led the walk and treated everyone to ice cream afterwards.                                                                                                                   The Ramblers  are now taking their customary August break, they will meet again on Sunday 1 September 2019 in Newtowncashel for a walk to Saints Island.                                                                                                                                          New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie

STREETE LOTTO: - Numbers drawn in Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw held on 29th July were: - 4,8,26 29.  There was no winner of the Jackpot and the €40 winners were: - Mary Duffy; Natasha Quinn; Von Kerrigan.  Next Lotto Draw will be held on August, 12th 2019.  Thank you for your continued support of our Lotto

​SYMPATHY: - we extend sincere sympathy to Ned Flood and his family, Edgeworthstown on the death of his wife, Chrissie. Her remains were removed  from Our Lady’s Manor to the Parish Church.  Chrissie died in Mullingar Hospital and is survived by her husband Ned, son Peter, daughter in law, Sinead, grandchildren, Grace & Conor, sister May O’Reilly, extended family and many friends.  Her burial followed Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Edgeworthstown on Monday.  May she rest in peace.  Chrissie was a great supporter with her husband Ned of Streete Parish Park Bingo where she will be remembered by her many friends who will miss her.

KILLUCAN VINTAGE CLUB: - held their annual tractor run commencing at Kevin Moores tractor garage last Sunday followed by a B.B.Q at Moore’s premises afterwards.  A raffle organised by the Moore family with a large number of prizes also took place in aid of charity.  Our Streete parish Park Vintage Club along with many clubs from all over, including Northern Ireland were well represented on the day.
CEMETERY SUIDAY; -  I am informed that on Cemetery Sunday recently the gate collection at the cemeteries amounted to €75.44 which goes towards expensed at the graveyard.  The graveyard committee wish to say thank you for your contributions.  Anyone who missed and wishes to contribute can contact Micheal Fagan or Seamus Denning.
LEGAN VINTAGE: -   Held their annual tractor run last Sunday week which was most enjoyable in bad weather conditions.  It started and ended at Connaughton’s, Rathowen.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT: - At our last meeting held on 11th July it was decided to go to Omagh Folkpark on Thursday, 8th August for our day’s outing.  Approx. cost is €50.  If you are interested please reply a.s.a.p to 087 0695148 or Parish Park Office 043 66 85926. Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, 1st August to finalise the Arrangements.   
STREETE LOTTO: - the numbers drawn in Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw were: - 1,3,8,23 and the winners were: - Ann Kiernan, Boherquill, Carol Duffy and B. Fryday, Ballinalee.  Thank to to everyone for your continued support for our lotto.  Next Lotto Draw will be held on the 29th July.

BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The weather held dry for most of the Ramblers Family Day in Boora Bog Discovery Park on Sunday 21 July 2019. After tea and buns in the Visitor Centre they visited the Sculpture Park where a couple of  old  Bord na Mona locomotives had been added to the other large-scale exhibits. Then on to the Mesolithic Trail, named after the site where traces of some of the earliest signs of human activity in Ireland have been found. All around there was an abundance of wild flowers, especially in the Grey Partridge Conservation Area where the numbers of the birds are slowly increasing after being threatened with extinction a few years ago. The pastel blue flowers of chicory and many shades of orchids were striking. The rain started near the end of the walk so the group had to take cover for their post-walk refreshments but this didn't spoil the enjoyment of the day.
Many thanks to Club Chair Eileen Moreton who organised the day.                                                
The Ramblers will meet again on Sunday 1 September in Newtowncashel for a walk to Saints Island.
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
See boherquillramblers.ie

GRANARD MOTTE DRAW: - The following is a list of Granard Motte Community Enterprise "GMCE Winners for June: - 

€500 Jimmy Garvey, Rinroe
€250 Elish McGivney, Granardkill
€100 Sacred Heart National School, Granard
€100 Sinead Fay, Beechwood
€100 Patricia Gettings, Lisryan

This was our last draw for 2018/2019. Our ticket sellers are now out selling tickets for 2019/20. Your continued support  would be greatly appreciated.
In light of our recent publicity and funding  some have asked why we need to continue selling tickets for our 500 draw.  I am delighted to answer this. The funding received from the Department of Rural affairs and Failte Ireland is granted  specifically for  the future development of our Norman themed heritage park and only that. 

The ticket sales are for the  repayment of our mortgage (originally €175,000) on our present Knights and Conquest Centre. With this in mind here are some of our keystone achievements to date thanks to you. 

2012 Purchased 2 buildings and 15 acres from NAMA for €265,000 and launch of our 500 draw
2015 Obtained mortgage for €175,000
2018 Official opening 21st September of Knights and Conquest Centre
2019 Awarding of €2,800,000 from Dept. of Rural Development for development of Heritage park
2019 Official announcement by Failte Ireland of award of €640,000 towards development of Norman Heritage Park
2019 Outstanding mortgage to date €78,000 
2021 Proposed opening of Anglo-Norman Heritage Park" 

All this means continued support is needed and we wish continued good will and support to all concerned.  For any further information contact Tom Donnelly on 086 6086006 or email tdonn80@hotmail.com

Thank you again to all the community for your ongoing support.

GOLDEN JUBILEE: -   Fr. Pat Leslie brother of Larry Leslie and Kathleen Mc Givern attended Rath National School in this parish many years ago.Fr. Pat was ordained in Carlow Cathedral on 7th June 1969 for the diocese of Sacramento U S A. Fr Pat’s Golden Jubilee was celebrated at our parish mass in St Mary’s church Boherquill on Sunday last, 21st July at 11.00a.m.  Refreshments were held afterwards in the Parish Park Centre where family and friends met for a chat and renewed old friendships. We wish Fr.Pat good health and happiness in the years ahead, which we hope are many.

BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The  Olde Fair Day in Ballinamuck on Sunday 14 July 2019 was a good excuse for the Ramblers to get out for an early walk. They began their walk at 11am beside the 1798 Memorial Hall in the village, a reminder of the Battle of Ballinamuck where the French forces supporting the 1798 Irish Rebellion were defeated. The Ramblers enjoyed a delightful road and bog walk with honeysuckle in the hedgerows and foxgloves among the many wild flowers on the roadside verges. The village itself was full of containers of brightly coloured flowers on every windowsill and wall. The Ramblers picnicked in the beautiful Remembrance Garden and visited the beautifully restored Johnny's Cottage where a welcoming turf fire awaited them.
After their picnic the Ramblers joined the crowds at the Olde Fair where there was music, food and many other attractions. Thank you to Marian Carty who led the walk.
On Sunday 28 July 2019 the Ramblers will visit Fleming's Folly near Ballinagh. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet in the car park at the Community Centre in Ballinagh at 2pm. The walk is a 9km mix of road and forest trail.
This walk is the Ramblers last outing before their August break, they will meet again on Sunday 1 September in Newtowncashel for a walk to Saints Island.  
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
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ST FINTAN’S CEMETERY BOHERQUILL: - Once again we thank everyone who cleaned and tidied the plots in the cemetery for Cemetery Sunday on the 7th July last, and for supporting the collection on the day. The total amount collected was €732.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT: - At our last meeting held on 11th July it was decided to go to Omagh Folkpark on Thursday, 8th August for our day’s outing.  Approx. cost is €50.  If you are interested please reply a.s.a.p to 087 0695148 or Parish Park Office 043 66 85926. Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, 1st August to finalise the Arrangements.   ​

SYMPATHY: - we extend our sincere sympathy to the extended Reilly family, Balloo on the death of Paddy Reilly at Our Lady’s Manor, Edgeworthstown on Sunday, 6th July. Paddy was predeceased by his loving wife, Mary, daughter, Dympna and grandson, Scott.    He is sadly missed by his sons, Gerry, Padraig, Eamon and Aidan, daughters in law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, neighbours and a large circle of friends.  May he rest in peace.  His removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Boherquilll for his Funeral Mass followed by burial in St. Fintan’s cemetery, Boherquill on Wednesday morning, 9th July.  Paddy was a very popular and  respected Senior Citizen of the community who in his younger days was a leading figure in all types of sports in our parish including football, hurling, community games and all that was good for  the youth, as was well talked about at his Funeral Mass.  Paddy will be missed by his son in law and next door neighbour, Joe Coyle whom we also offer our condolences to. 

SAD DAY: - we awakened on Thursday morning last to hear sad news on radio, starting with the death of Brendan Grace entertainer and comedian and also well-known Radio personality and political commentator, Noel Whelan.  May they both rest in peace.  Following this announcement the new of the loss of approximately 150 jobs between the Power Station and Bord Na Móna Mount Dillion, Lanesboro.  This will affect Coolnagun Bog in this parish as milled peat from here is brought by road to Lanesboro.  Not good news for Lanesboro and the Midlands, but hopefully the powers that be will be able to resolve the situation. 


SOCIAL DANCING: - our next Social Dancing night is on Friday, July 19th with music by the very talented Jimmy Hynes & the Crusaders.  Dancing from 10.00p.m. - 12.30a.m.  Free raffle and supper on the night.  Come along for a great night’s entertainment.

STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB: - Summer league 2019 done and dusted. Secretary Seamus Denning did the formalities and started by thanking everyone for their support over the past few months. He especially thanked Conor Cassidy of Connor Cassidy cars.ie for sponsoring the league. He thanked the members of Streete club who make themselves available each week to help out. He gave special mention to the few that take time off work each Thursday to make sure everything is set up and ready to go. He concluded by wishing everyone taking part in the NARGC All Ireland Shoot in Ballinasloe the best of luck.
  The winners are as follows, Group of four Enda Mcloughin .  Junior winner Sam Harkness.
 Ladies winner Kelsey O'Rawe. Class C winner Ollie Donoghue.  Runner-up Patrick Ownes, Mullingar.  Class B winner Joe Coyle.   Runner up Kelsey O'Rawe.   Class A Martin Parker  
 Runner up Tom Mcloughin.  Class AA winner Conan Kelly   Runner up Gareth Mitchel.     Most improved shooter Peter Sheridan.  Overall High Gun Winner Brian Higgins.
The club would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Enda Mcloughin from south Leitrim on winning his class in the recent world shooting championship held in Dowth in Co Meath recently. Well done Enda.  Streete wildlife club would like to offer its sincere sympathy to the Reilly family baloo on the recent death of Paddy Reilly .May he rest in peace.

BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - The weather on Sunday 7 July 2019 was ideal for the Ramblers walk from Jonathan Swift Park beside Lough Ennell to Dysart along the Westmeath Way and back on a loop. The route included bog track and field’s where the walkers were watched by several herds of cattle who were also probably enjoying the pleasures of the countryside in high summer.
Thank you to Eileen Moreton and Mary McHugh who checked and led the walk.
The Ramblers Annual Family Day will be held in Lough Boora Discovery Park on Sunday 21 July 2019. Cars will leave Boherquill at 10am and will be pooled at 10.30am  in the car park beside the Fire Station in Mullingar before moving on to arrive in Boora at 11.30am. There will be a range of activities including a guided 90 minute walk suitable for children with the Fairy Avenue and Maze, bicycle rides and, of course, a picnic. A longer walk for adults will include the Sculpture Park, wetland areas and the Mesolithic site where some of the oldest traces of human habitation in Ireland have been found.
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
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VINTAGE DAY 2019: - was held on Sunday, last, 30th June.  Full details on the event in next week’s paper.


CEMETERY SUNDAY: - will take place on Sunday, July 7th at 11a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Boherquill and the Blessing of Graves afterwards in Church cemetery, St. Fintan’s, Coolamber and Streete after Mass.   
We thank everyone who has all the plots clean and tidy, however some people are still leaving rubbish and grass cuttings in the cemetery, so we ask everyone to please take away all rubbish with them. Please note that a collection will be taken up at the gate on Cemetery Sunday to assist with the maintenance of the cemetery. Please send word to any family members and friends who live away from the parish.  These details depend on suitable weather conditions.  

BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - On 23 June 2019 the Ramblers visited Newtownforbes, County Longford. Their loop walk through the lush countryside to the south of the town highlighted different aspects of local history. New housing estates in the town gave way to old farmhouses with stone outbuildings. Swifts circled above Lisnabo House which was built around 1815 as a Church of Ireland school and later in the walk the route skirted the old forest of Newtownforbes Demesne. Back towards the town again there were many large modern houses as the group neared the end of their walk.
Thank you to Marita MacNerney and Mary Brady who led the walk.
On Sunday 7 July 2019 the group will visit Lilliput beside Lough Ennell for a 10km road and cross-country walk. Boots should be worn as the ground will be rough in places and no dogs are allowed as farmland will be crossed. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at Jonathan Swift Park in Lilliput at 2pm.
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
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​DEATH: - as mentioned last week in these notes we offer our sincere sympathy to the extended Sullivan family, Kilmore, Streete and Fermore, Streete on the unexpected death at his home in Liverpool of Colm Sullivan formerly of Kilmore, Streete.  Colm is survived by his brothers, Micheál and Brian, his sister, Mary Heavin, sisters in law, brothers in law, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends.   Reposing at Gilsenans funeral Home, Mullingar on Wednesday of this week, 26th June from 6.00p.m. with prayers at 7.30p.m.  Funeral Mass on Thursday at 11.00a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Boherquilll followed by burial in Russagh Cemetery.  May he rest in peace.

SYMPATHY: - is extended to the family of Frank Brady Lisrhatigan, Coolarty whose death took place in Mullingar Regional Hospital on 20th June.  Frank is sadly missed by his daughters Ann and Teresa and son, Francis and also his sister, Lesia Farrell, Ballinalee.  Frank was predeceased by his wife, Marcella (Cellie).  May he rest in peace.  His removal took place last Saturday, 22nd with his Funeral Mass in Clonbroney Church on Sunday, and 23rd with burial in adjoining cemetery.

CEMETERY SUNDAY: - will take place on Sunday, July 7th at 11a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Boherquill and the Blessing of Graves afterwards in Church cemetery, St. Fintan’s, Coolamber and Streete after Mass.   
We thank everyone who has all the plots clean and tidy, however some people are still leaving rubbish and grass cuttings in the cemetery, so we ask everyone to please take away all rubbish with them. Please note that a collection will be taken up at the gate on Cemetery Sunday to assist with the maintenance of the cemetery. Please send word to any family members and friends who live away from the parish.  These details depend on suitable weather conditions.  

VINTAGE DAY 2019: - takes place at Streete Parish Park on this Sunday, 30th June with entertainment for all the family as well as our large comfortable Food Hall, where food will be available all day with catering by the professional staff from Feerick's Hotel, Rathowen, as in previous years.  For those who might prefer to have their food outside we have catering wagons, tea/coffee stalls, ice-cream vans and many, many stalls selling articles and souvenirs. 

MUSIC & JIVING COMPETITION: - at the bandstand and outdoor dance floor with the ever popular, Johnny Brady accompanied on stage by Carmel Mcloughlin, so time to get your dancing shoes ready!

MOUSE RACING: - should you feel like a rest from the dance floor why not join our Chairman, Declan and Vice Chairman, James  who are all geared up for the very popular mouse racing. 

DOG SHOW; - will take place at approx. 3.00p.m. sharp with entries taken from 1.30p.m.  There are nine classes.  All first prize winners will qualify for Champion and Reserve champion.  The Dog Show Champion receives the Streete Wildlife Perpetual Trophy and the best Gun Dog receives the Joe & Mary Stell Perpetual Plaque.  All trophies are once again being kindly sponsored by Oliver Kelleher, owner of O.K. Trophies, Castlebar.  Dogs must be kept under control at all times or face automatic disqualification.

FEATURE: - have a look at our feature in this paper for more details.  Any queries please call Vintage organiser, Kevin Brady and leave your number or email address with any member, or if regarding stalls call John Parker 086 8301347.

RAFFLE: - we ask for your support with our Club Raffle at 4.00p.m.  Tickets on sale at €5 per book.  See Brian at the hut at the side of the building.  We thank Tony Garvey of Garvey Sheds, Edgeworthstown for one of his sheds.

WHERE TO FIND US: -.   we are only four miles just off the N4 at Rathowen Church which is half way between Mullingar and Longford and will be well signposted.  Our Eircode is  N91 RC43  For any further information please call Declan 0868123514, John 0868301347, Brian 086 2596656 or Kevin 087 1375222.  

STREETE LOTTO: - numbers drawn in our Lotto Draw held on 17th June 2019 were 9, 10, 13 16 and the winners were Patrick O’Neill; Molly Hussey: Marcella Finnan.  Our next draw will be held on 1st July 2019.  Thank you very much for your continued support of our Lotto.

STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB: - Round five of Summer league done and dusted, well done to Gareth Mitchel who shot a great score of 49/50 closely followed by Paul Dunne on 48/50.The League table is starting to take shape for all the different classes, Cavan man Richard O'Rawe has his nose slightly in front of the chasing pack, so remember the deal you must have five scores to qualify for the final. See you all next week for more of the same.  Next Saturday, June 29 Woodcock charity shoot. Shoot starts at 11 am and will consist of a 50 Bird sporting over 8 stands and a separate pool stand of 10 Birds. There will also be at the BBQ on site, all monies from this event this year will go to the local charity “A night for Nikki “. so please support and bring a friend.  Would all club numbers please note that membership is now due and must be paid to Hugh O'Hara treasure ASAP.
The club would like to offer its sincere sympathy to Micheál Sullivan and family on the recent death of his brother Colm .May he rest in peace. 

BOHERQUILL RAMBLERS: - Warm sun, birdsong and the smells of the forest were some of the pleasures experienced during the Ramblers walk near Glasson on Sunday 16 June 2019. Add to that some wonderful views over Lough Ree from Caraun Hill at the beginning of the walk and banks of rhododendrons in flower beside the road through the forest later in the afternoon. With a bit of history thrown in as the route later passed through the ruins of  Waterstown House a very varied afternoon's walk was enjoyed by all.
There will be no walk on Sunday 30 June 2019 as Streete Vintage Festival will be held over the weekend. The Ramblers send their best wishes to the Festival Committee and trust the day will be as successful as in previous years.
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
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​DEATH: - we extend sincere sympathy to the extended Sullivan Family on the sad death of Colm Sullivan formerly Kilmore, Streete who died in Liverpool recently.  Funeral arrangements and details later.  May Colm rest in peace.

CEMETERY SUNDAY: - will take place on Sunday, July 7th at 11a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Boherquill and the Blessing of Graves afterwards in Church cemetery, St. Fintan’s, Coolamber and Streete after Mass.   Please send word to any family members and friends who live away from the parish.  These details depend on suitable weather conditions.  
ANNIVERSARIES: - Friday, June 21st at 8.00p.m.  Michael & Mary Dolan and Saturday, June, 22nd 8.00p.m. John & Kate Kerrigan, Hugh, Annie & Patsy Owens.


SOCIAL DANCE; - our next Social Dance will be held on  this Friday, 21st June with music by the ever popular Chris Dallat.  Dancing from 10.00-12.30 a.m.  Free raffle and supper on the night.  Come along for a great night’s entertainment.
STREETE VINTAGE: - preparations for this year’s Streete Parish Park Vintage 2019 continue as we arrange a full day’s entertainment for all who attend on Sunday, 30th June. Many who intend coming have requested our   Eircode which is  N91 RC43.  which is for anyone who was not here before, otherwise we are just off the N4 at Rathowen Church which is half way between Mullingar and Longford and will be well signposted.    For any further information please call Declan 0868123514, John 0868301347, Brian 086 2596656 or Kevin 087 1375222.  We have received a large entry of vintage cars and tractors already but Trade Stalls must be booked in advance with John 086 8301347.  This year’s major attraction is well known Johnny Brady and band as well as a jiving competition.  A suitable dance floor has been ordered for outdoor for this event.  Johnny Brady will be accompanied on Stage by Carmel McLoughlin.



FOOD Hall: - once again our state of the art Food Hall will be opened with catering by the very experienced staff from Feerick's Hotel, Rathowen, so you are assured of top class food and for those who prefer outside we will have chip vans, coffee stalls etc., in other words there will be something to suit all tastes.  Admission to the field is €10 and children under 15 free.  
RAFFLE: - is being run by our own committee and is expected to take place at approx.  4.00p.m. on the day.

MOUSE RACING: - James Parker, Vice Chairman and Declan Carthy, Chairman  will once again create some fun with the mouse racing to add to the entertainment .
EXHIBITORS: - of Vintage Cars & Tractors gain free admission, as do the young people under 15 years of age.  To get one food voucher for drivers of Vintage Vehicles, one must register at our registration Hut which will be located convenient to the vintage entrance gate.  .  We ask everyone please to obey the stewards on the day as we endeavour to simplify entry on the day.  Spectator’s car park is free, just follow the signs.

DOG SHOW: - our annual Dog Show takes place at approx. 3p.m.  The usual trophies are once again supplied and donated by Oliver Kellegher, owner of O.K. Trophies, Castlebar and we wish to thank Oliver sincerely for his generosity.

THANKS: - we wish to thank our Parish Park staff caretaker, Gerry O’Neill for cutting grass etc. and making sure all is in tip top shape, also Mary, Anne ,Marie who help in so many ways, the Parish Park chairman and committee who are hands on at all times to make sure it all happens.  All offers of help to Declan 086 8123514 or John 086 8301347 will be greatly appreciated.

Boherquill Ramblers

Marita and James MacNerney led the Ramblers walk in Edenmore Bog on Sunday 9 June 2019. The area north of Longford town is an attractive mix of hills and valleys with lots of choice for walkers. During Sunday's walk quiet side roads with wide-ranging views of the countryside led to peaceful green roads and finally on to tracks through the bog with cut turf laid out to dry and patches of bog cotton on each side.     
Thank you to Marita and James for leading a most enjoyable walk and even managing to avoid the rain showers!
On Sunday 23 June 2019 the Ramblers will visit Newtownforbes for an 8km road walk led by Marita and James MacNerney. Cars will leave Boherquill at 1.30pm and meet at the church in the centre of Newtownforbes at 2pm.
New members and new walks are always welcome. For details phone Philip at 087 7753612 or Nini at 086 8754411.
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STREETE WILDLIFE CLUB: - held its annual charity shoot on Thursday 6th June. This year all proceeds from this event will go to Heart Children Ireland.
  Over 80 guns took part and I must say everyone seemed to be happy with the variety of targets that was on display.
 Cavan man Niall Gumley gave an exhibition of shooting by shooting a 50 straight 50/50 and winning the Luke Kiernan perpetual cup. Well shot Niall.  The other prize winners on the night were as follows class B Enda Mcloughin, Class C Paddy Gallagher, Class D Colm Keegan, ladies winner Pamela Lee, Runner up Kelsey O'Rawe Junior Sam Harkness runner-up Setanta Gavigan. The  Club would like to thank the following sponsors  Joe Coyle Granard ,NARGC , Hugh O'Hara, Mary McGarr, Padraig Kiernan Balla County Mayo , Gareth Mitchell ,Hanley controls Clonmel, Patrick Denning, Noel Murray Babylin, Conan Kelly Baylin  and Quinn's butcher's Granard.  Our next big event will be on June 29th, when we will host the Woodcock hunting group of Ireland charity shoot. Our main sponsor for the summer league Connor Cassidy of Connor Cassidy cars.ie has come on board and said he will sponsor a VW golf for the person who can break a 50 straight on the day. All proceeds from this shoot are going to a local charity known as A - Night -for -Nicky. All shooters welcome.   The club would like to offer its sincere sympathy to the Gaynor family Lisryan on the recent death of Hal. May he rest in peace,  also to Mrs Kiernan and family Boherquill on the recent death of her brother in Mayo. May he rest in peace .