Local Notes: Christmas at the library, wool drive and volunteers needed
wool will be used by Waterford Library craft groups to support community causes. Stock Image.
The death has sadly occurred on Saturday, November 29, 2025, of Mr Matt (Matthew) Kennelly, Faithlegg, Co. Waterford.
Formerly of Dublin and late of the ESB. He is survived by his loving wife Maureen, his sisters Eilis and Eithne, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
Predeceased by his brother Tadhg and his sisters Irene and Nuala.
Matthew will be sadly missed by all his relatives, extended family and friends. Requiem Mass took place in St. Nicholas’ Church, Faithlegg, Co. Waterford, on Wednesday, December 3, at 1pm.
Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Condolences are extended to Matthew's family, relatives and friends.
May he rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, of Netti Cobden Circular Road, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford.
Predeceased by her loving parents Victor and Margaret, brother Fran and sister Gena.
She is survived by her loving family, carers, neighbours and friends.
Netti will be sadly missed by all her family, carers, neighbours and friends. Netti’s Service of Committal took place in St Andrews Churchyard, Park Road, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford, on Friday, December 5, at 2pm.
Condolences are extended to Netti’s family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 of Mrs. Joan Williams (nee Johanna Morrissey), late of Viewmount Park, Waterford, formerly of Rostellan, Co Cork.
She is survived by her loving daughters Patricia and Eva, sons Ken and Eddie, daughter-in-law Orla, grandchildren Kate, Arthur, Jana, Rachel and Sophie, brothers Thomas, Billy and Eddie, sisters Mary and Catherine, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Joan will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends. Funeral mass took place on Saturday, December 6, at 1:30pm in St Mary’s Church, Ballygunner, Waterford City, and burial afterwards in St Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner, Waterford.
Condolences are extended to Joan's family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, of Mr Martin (Tony) Kennedy, Waterside, Waterford, formerly of Griffiths Place, Late of The Bucket Factory, An Slua Muiri, Waterford Naval Association.
Predeceased by his loving parents Martin and Biddy, sister Helen and his beloved wife Ida.
He is survived by his loving children, sons Tony and Barry, daughters Miriam and Karen, daughter-in-law Joyce, sons-in-law Nicky and Christy, grandchildren Gemma, Scott, Amber, Kelly, Reuben, James, Trassa, great grandchildren Leigha, Noah, Dylan, Luke, Zach, brothers Michael, Shamie, Eddie, sisters Joan, Kally and Mary, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Martin will be sadly missed by all his relatives, extended family, neighbours and friends.
Requiem Mass took place in St. John’s Church, Parnell Street, Waterford, on Saturday, December 6, at 11am, followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner.
Condolences are extended to Martin’s family, relatives and friends.
May he rest in peace.
Over 65 years of age and living in Waterford City? Garden Care and maintenance, smoke alarm installation, power washing, minor DIY and repairs and more.
Just contact the Care & Repair Team for your free on-site visit.
0830927806/051841740 or email: careandrepair@wap.ie Our Care and Repair Team is experienced and fully Garda Vetted.
First Children’s Carol Service:
We are delighted to host our first-ever Children’s Carol Service on Wednesday, December 17, at 7.30 pm in SS Joseph & Benildus Church.
Through Scripture readings and much-loved carols, our children will lead us in preparing for the birth of Jesus.
All families are warmly welcome to join us for this new parish tradition.
Advent Lectio Divina, St. Joseph and St. Benildus Parish Centre, Thursday evenings, December 4, 11 and 18, 2025 from 7.30pm to 8.30pm.
We invite you to take some quiet time this Advent and join us for prayer and a cup of tea/coffee on all three nights or just one. Ring the doorbell at the parish centre on arrival.
Parish shop Christmas mass bouquets & gifts items available now,
We also have a beautiful selection of Christmas gifts to help you prepare for the season.
From cards and candles to nativity sets and festive decorations, you will find everything you need to bring Christmas spirit into your home.
Come early and avoid the December crowd, as items tend to go quickly this time of year. Feel free to stop by and browse!
This will be our fourth year supporting Susie, who feeds homeless men and women in Railway Square.
Your kindness and generosity enabled us to gift 35 Christmas bags last year.
All new clothes, toiletries, chocolates, etc. can be left in the boxes at the back of St. Joseph & Benildus church or St Mary's.
Items can also be dropped into the Parish shop between 11am-2pm.
Closing date: Sunday, December 14, 2025.
Susie and her team of volunteers are so grateful for your support and kindness.
Children’s Liturgy Group is recruiting new leaders to support our present team.
What is the Children’s Liturgy Mass? It is making the Word of God more accessible to children in an age appropriate Mass, allowing them to participate more fully in Mass.
Suitable for children of preschool & primary school age.
Why do we need leaders? To keep the Children’s Liturgy Mass running weekly, we cannot do this without the help of new leaders.
When is Children’s Liturgy Mass? Sunday 10am Mass at St. Benildus & St Joseph’s.
Who are the present leaders?
We consist of parents/guardians/grandparents and are fully vetted by the parish. If you are interested in keeping the Children’s Mass up and running to support families attending Mass with young children, please contact the parish office for further information or speak to any of the leaders after Mass.
Coffee Morning Every Wednesday morning immediately after 10.30 am Mass at St. Joseph & Benildus Church.
Everyone is welcome to attend. No booking required, just show up. We hope to see some new faces.
Christmas in Benildus Concert celebrate the season with us on Monday, December 22, at 7:30pm. in St. Joseph & St. Benildus Church (doors open at 7pm).
Tickets are €20 and can be purchased from the Parish Office or by contacting Phyllis O’Shea at 087-9293553.
Come along for an evening of music, poetry, readings, and Christmas cheer!
Further details are available on our website and Facebook page, or by reaching out to the parish or Phyllis directly.
The Department of Education is currently conducting a Primary School Survey that will determine the future provision of Primary Schools and could lead to lasting changes in your school.
In simple terms, parents and guardians are being asked if they want their school to stay a Catholic school or if you want that to change. Have your say before December 16.
Support services @solascancersupportcentre 051 304604 / info@solascentre.ie.
Free professional support services are available to those affected by cancer, their families and carers in the Waterford and West Waterford area.
A wide range of services are available, including counselling, art therapy, acupuncture, music therapy, reflexology, reiki, cranio sacral therapy, and life coaching.
One-to-one support for children and adolescents. art therapy, music therapy, play therapy and Counselling.
For enquiries, please feel free to call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie.
Services are free of charge.
For enquiries, please feel free to call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie.
The Solas Men’s Hub is a new monthly activity-based group for men living with a cancer diagnosis.
Join a group of men who understand what you’re going through.
Our group offers connection and support through shared activities.
Gentle group activities once a month - gentle sporting activities, games, visits to places of interest. Peer support from men who’ve been there.
Relaxed, friendly meet-ups.
Christmas in St John's on Wednesday, December 10 at 7:30pm featuring St John's Parish Choir, St. Declan’s NS Choir, Waterpark NS Choir, Edmond Rice Choral Society and Sacred Heart Simply Singing Group, along with Special Guests The Barrack Street Band.
A collection in aid of the Order of Malta Ireland Ambulance Corps Waterford Unit will be made after the concert.
Waterford Musical Society, in collaboration with Waterford Centre of Music, proudly presents Christmas at Christ Church - a heartwarming, festive concert, set in the stunning surroundings of Waterford's Christchurch Cathedral.
Bathed in the warm, flickering glow of candlelight, the rich acoustics of this historic building and the festive sounds of two of Waterford's leading musical ensembles, the true spirit of Christmas will come to life in an evening of song. Featuring well-known, local performers, soaring choral arrangements and a children's choir from WCM Stage School that will touch the hearts of all.
Christmas at Christ Church will be a beautiful evening of classic carols, seasonal favourites and Christmas hits that the whole family will love.
Tickets are €12.50 and available on Eventbrite.
The Ardkeen Library Storytellers invite you to a special Christmas performance of stories and songs.
On Thursday 11 of December 2:30pm, Refreshments Provided. All Welcome Choir from Solas Cancer Support Centre.
We are thrilled to welcome the Choir from Solas Cancer Support Centre to Ardkeen Library for a special Christmas Carol performance on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 7pm (refreshments served from 6:30pm) All welcome.
Please donate old and unused wool you have at home. Drop off at Ardkeen, Carrickpherish, Central, Portlaw and Tramore Libraries.
This wool will be used by Waterford Library Craft Groups to support community causes. For more information, contact Ardkeen Library on 051 849755.
Central Library with a Storytime and monster Doodle in Central Library on Saturday, December 13. The monster doodle will be out all morning from 10am to 1pm and the Storytime will begin at 10:30am. Bring your little ones for an interactive, fun storytime.
