Around the Districts

November 3 2015 12:00 AM

Eileen Roche, Anne Redmond and Clare White enjoying the concert given by Wexford Festival Singers and guests in Rowe Street Church on Sunday afternoon

Kilmore, Rathangan/Cleariestown, Taghmon/Camross

Kilmore

Bridgetown Handball

Congratulations to Willie Murray Byrne who won the coveted John Ryan Trophy last Wednesdsy in an epic final against Ciaran Busher. Willie started very well and won the first game 21-12, making some great kills in the process. Ciaran took control in the second game and won it 21-7 to take it to a tiebreaker to 11 aces. Ciaran served first and when he went 3-0 and then 8-3 up it looked all over for Willie. He dug deep however and tweaked his serve which got him back into it. In the closest final in years he came from behind and pipped Ciaran by the narrowest of margins 11-9. What a game and well done to both players for producing their A game in the Final.

Many thanks to John Ryan's wife Margaret and his daughter Ann for taking the time out to come to Bridgetown to present the trophy.

Kilmore Camogie club

Kilmore Camogie club held their AGM on Thursday night last in Kilmore gaa grounds. We would to all those who attend and also to say bid Thank you to Vivainne Mcdonald who has been our treasuer for the last 4 years and has put a lot of time and hard work into our club. Vivainne has decided to step down and again thanks for all that you have done in getting our camogie club this far.

The following people were elected for the 2016 season: Chairperson Marion Cousins, secretary Lorraine Dillion, Vice secretary Sara Hogan, Treasurer Barry Foley, Pro Nicola Fortune and Child Protection Officer Ollie Daly. Under 6 ' s & 8's Nicola Dempsey, Stella Bates, Gwen Cloney Shannon Moran & Rachel Brady. Under 10's Marion Cousins, Paudge Cullen, Gwen Cloney, Sophie Tierney & Orla Fortune. Under 12's & 14's Paul Roche selectors to follow. Under 16's Marion Cousins & Paudge Cullen. Minor and Junior Dan Crosbie Selectors to follow.

We look forward to the 2016 season and always welcome new players.Kilmore ladies footballKilmore ladies football AGM will take place on Friday 13th November in the club rooms at 8pm sharp. If you would like to get involved in ladies football either managing a team, selectors or committee members can you please attend on the night. Please can parents, Junior and Senior players and mentors attend.

Kilmore GAA

The last under age game of the year for Kilmore GAA takes place in StPatrick's Park, Enniscorthy on Wednesdaynext 4th November at 7.30. Our U16 footballers play the Division 2 Shield Final vs Bann Gaels (Craanford & St Patricks). The boys played really well when winning their quarter final & semi final matches so hopefully they will be able to maintain that form for the final. It would be great if we could have as much support as possible on the night so please come along if you can. Hopefully our boys will round the year off nicely with a victory.

RNLI fundraiser

Kilmore Quay Lifeboat will be holding a fundraising breakfast morning in Kilmore Hall on Sunday 8th November. 9.30am-1pm.We will also have our Christmas cards on sale on the day.

Knitting and Stitching

Tomhaggard Women's Shed have organised a bus to the Knitting and Stitching Show in the RDS on Fri 13 Nov. Tickets are e11.50 (Group rate). Meal in Glenview Hotel on way home (own cost). Bus cost depending on numbers travelling. Booking and details on 0872840272before 4th November.

40 Years in Drama

Calling all past & present members of The Ballycogley Players! We are celebrating 40 years in drama this year and a special night to mark this important milestone will take place next Friday, 6th November at 8.30pm in The Best Western Danby Lodge Hotel. We are looking forward to taking a trip down memory lane where stories will be shared & memories relived.

Sympathy

Belated sympathy to Maureen Whelan on the death of her brother recently.

Bowling news

The Kilmore Activate Retirement bowling A team had another good win in the county league when they won their third game in a row in the Stella Maris Centre on Wednesday 28th and now are top of the table as they were from the previous round. Oulart were the visitors and after a really fine performance from the home team they ran out winners by 21 to 11. The home team was Toddy Moore, Noel Howlin, Seamus O'Keeffe and Joe Barry. Next week the team is away to the league winners from last winters league New Ross A.

Our B team were away to the New Ross B team also last Wednesday, while there was nothing in the game with two ends to play, the home team won the match by 16 to 10. Josephine O'Shea, Anne Lawless, Joe Bulmer and Agnes Behan were the team members. This team are at home next week to The Ballagh A team.

ARA meeting

Kilmore ARA will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday 5th November at 7-30pm in the Kilmore GAA clubrooms. Members are reminded to submit their names for our annual Christmas lunch and social at Danby Lodge on Wednesday 18th November at 1-00pm. We would also welcome non members to this event as we have done in the past. After the meeting their will be a talk by a member from the Hope Centre in Enniscorthy, so we ask for a full attendance of members for this meeting and talk.

Rathangan/ Cleariestown

notes

If you have any news or information that you would like to submit in the weekly notes you can contact Rathangan Parish Hall on 051 563039 between 9.30am and 1.30pm or leave a message. Also you can e-mail your notice to rathanganhall@gmail.com. At the latest all notes must be received by 10am on Friday morning.

Community Lotto

There was no winner of last week's jackpot of €9,600. The winning numbers were 1,4,11,21. Congratulations to the twenty three match 3 winners who each received €13. The match three winners were; Fiona McGuickian, Aaron Doyle, Brigid Ryan, Nicola Byrne, Nuala Ryan, Sean Scallan, Tracey Rooney, Johnny Moore, Sandra Furlong, Jess Codd, Catherine Winters, Nick Cullen, Poppy Walsh, June & Caroline Ellard, Mary Stafford, Emma Boggan, Pat Heffernan, Mag Moore, Enda Whelan, Nicky Clarke, Finn Keegan, Ger Mackey, Bernie Kent. The next jackpot stands at €9,900 and the draw will take place on Tuesday 3rd November at 8.30pm.

clear out your coppers

For National Coin Week, November 2nd to 6th Rathangan Parents Association want you to weed out your wallet and clear out your change jar of coppers. Send in your coppers (and silver if you like!) to the school during this week and the Parents Association will use it to boost funds for school activities.

Table Quiz

There will be a fun table quiz on Wednesday 4th November at 8.30 in Sinnott's Pub, Duncormick in aid of Rathangan Senior Citizens Christmas Party. Table of 4 €20. Raffle on the night.

St Anne's gaa

Dates For Your Diary: AGM's-St. Annes Ladies AGM-Friday 6th November in the Clubhouse at 8pm; St Anne's Coiste AGM-Friday 27th November in the Clubhouse at 8pm; St. Anne's Adult Club AGM-Friday 4th December in the Clubhouse at 8pm

St. Anne's Shop for all your training needs and Christmas Presents: St. Anne's Shorts, Jerseys, Training Tops, Hoddies, Polo Shirts, Skorts, Socks, Rain Jackets and Beanie Hats. Now in Stock is our New St. Anne's Skinny Tracksuit Pants-Ages 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 €35-Age15-16, Small, Medium Large etc €40-Call/text Ann 087/2076869 or email stannesshop@gmail.com

Bridgetown College

Bridgetown College Parents Association will be holding their AGM on Tuesday 10th November at 7pm at the school. We encourage all parents to attend especially new parents to the school as it is a great way to meet other parents and become involved in your child's educational journey. Finola Walsh 085-1535975

Drama

Following on from their successful run in St Michaels Hall Wexford, Ballycogley Players are on tour with the hilarious comedy plays over the coming weeks. Piercestown Community centre Sunday 8th and Fethard hall Sunday 15th at 8pm are the places to be. Come along and see reprise of audience favourites 'What's for Pudding' and Religious Knowledge " and introducing 'Last Respects'. Great night out in store

Knitting and Stitching

Tomhaggard Women's Shed have organised a bus to the Knitting and Stitching Show in the RDS on Friday 13th November. Tickets are €11.50 (Group rate). Meal in Glenview Hotel on way home (own cost). Bus cost depending on numbers travelling. Booking and details on 0872840272 before 4th November.

40 Years in Drama

Comóradh '98 mass

A mass will be celebrated in Cleariestown Church on Friday 6th November next at 7.30pm in memory of the deceased members of the Rathangan Comóradh '98 Committee and Pike Group. Celebrant: Rev. Roger O'Neill C.C. Refreshments will be served afterwards in Cleariestown Community Centre.

Taghmon/ Camross

Dancing at Camross

The November dance will be held in Camross Ballroom on Friday 6th November with dancing from 10pm to 12mn. Music by T Bone Country. Adm. €8 including the Tea.

Camross Drama Group

Camross Drama Group will perform 2 One Act plays on Wednesday 4th November in the Horse & Hound, Ballinaboola, Wednesday 11th November in St Michael's Hall, Wexford and Sunday 29th November in Fethard-on-Sea. Performances 8pm, €10 on door.

Two contrasting plays: 'Rainbows is the Boys' by Pauline Mc Gonnigal, a story of two fiercely independent elderly sisters, their dreams and the community who try to help them, and 'The Marriage Proposal' by Anton Chekhov-a satirical romantic comedy. 'Rainbows' is this year's Festival Play and is in four festivals including Gorey Drama Festival on Friday 20th November. Camross Drama Group celebrate their 60th Anniversary this year, so look out for other events to come! Like us on Facebook.

gaa club notes

Co Junior hurling Final: All roads lead to Wexford Park next Sat 7th at 1.30, when we will play the Shelmaliers in the Co final, please come on in and support the boys, get your flags and colour's out and support the boys in yellow and blue.

The Club lotto takes place this Tuesday night 3rd Nov in the Center, when the Jackpot will be €9800, please have your tickets in by 8pm.

Annual Breakfast Morning: The Annual Taghmon Camross GAA Club breakfast morning takes place on Sunday 15th Nov in the Center from 9am to 1.30pm, so come along and enjoy a hearty mix grill ,warm toast and a nice mug of tea.

If anyone would like to help out on the day,please contact Mai Kelly on 087 9662650.

Badminton

Last weekend Paddy Nolan made the trip to Lisburn to compete in the Ulster U13 Open. He reached the quarter finals of the singles, the semi finals of the boys doubles.

In the doubles Paddy and Partner put in a trojan effort narrowly losing in three sets. Well done Paddy, you are gaining valuable experience of playing on the big stage. You are following in the footsteps of giants.

The Mixed League is off to a great start with some wins for Taghmon. In the 4th Div. Captain, Clodagh Dempsey was happy to report her teams 6/2 result. In the 6A Div. Patrick O'Regan, Captain had a 6/2 win over Shelbourne.

The Juvenile Graded Blitz will be held on Sunday 22nd Nov. Venue -Astro Active Enniscorthy. Closing date for entry is 5th November-last club night next week. Parents/Underage players get entry's in Monday/Thursday night, as later entries will not be accepted.

athletic club

Well done to our 5 athletes who travelling to Moyvalle Co. Meath. Flora Doran U12 despite struggling with injury for some time secured 9th home for Wexford. Aisling Kelly U14 performed below par by her own standards still managed 2nd home for Wexford. Hannah Roche Kelly was over the line shortly after her taking 7th for Wexford.

James Hanlon U14 managed to secure 10th on the County team following a painful incident which his ankle came off the worst and goes forward to represent Co Wexford at the All Ireland even ages cross country after Wexford won 2nd county team place.

Joseph Hanlon U16 ran well and was 4th home for Wexford. Well done again to all our athletes for their continued hard work.

Wexford People