Local Notes: Class of 2024, Briar Rose and dock works
The very best of luck to the Abbey Community College Class of 2024 ahead of the Leaving Cert exams.
The Déise Draw, supporting Ferrybank GAA club, kicks off on July 12, live on WLR. Over €126,000 in prizes across six draws, starting with the €10k top prize. Last year, Kealon O’Hanlon won €10k. This fundraiser aids Ferrybank GAA's growth, competing at senior level and fostering youth participation. Grateful to Ferrybank locals for years of support; hope for continued backing. Tickets: €100 for six draws, available from Nicky Heffernan (087 6724212), Déise Draw promoters, or any committee member. Join us in supporting Ferrybank GAA's journey.
Irish Rail and BAM have announced that late night work is underway on the new rail line and preparations for demolishing the existing bridge over the railway at the east end of Sion Row, previously the entrance to the Docks and upgrading the second track. This project involves significant construction activity, including the installation of new rail infrastructure and the removal of the old bridge, which is necessary to accommodate the updated railway system. Due to the complexity and scale of the work, it will be conducted at night between the hours of 12.30am and 5.00am when trains are not running, until this Saturday night/ Sunday Morning, May 26. This schedule is intended to minimize disruption to daytime rail services and local traffic. However, residents and businesses in the vicinity should be aware that the construction will be very loud, potentially causing some nighttime disturbances. Irish Rail and BAM are committed to completing this essential infrastructure upgrade as efficiently as possible and apologize for any inconvenience caused during this period. They appreciate the community's patience and understanding as they work to improve the rail network. Updates and further details about the construction schedule and progress will be communicated through official channels to keep the public informed. The new railway station is due into operation in 2025, a very exciting time for the Ferrybank area.
The May Rosary Procession takes place on Sunday, May 26, ‘Crowning of Our Lady’, leaving Ballybricken Green at 3.00pm and proceeding to St. Saviour’s Church, Bridge Street, Waterford, for the crowning and a short prayer service finishing with Benediction. All are welcome, especially those children who received their First Holy Communion this year.
Coach trip to Lismore on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Cost €70 for members and €75 for those who are not paid-up members for 2024. The cost includes coach hire, entrance to Lismore Heritage Centre, a walking tour of Lismore, entrance to Lismore Castle Gardens and an evening meal at the Foley’s, Lismore. It does not include the cost of lunch. The coach will depart Main Street, Mullinavat at 9am, returning at approximately 10pm. For further information on booking places for the Coach Trip please contact Brigid Barron, Blossom Hill, Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny (087 9507295, brigidbarron@hotmail.com) or Mary Ryan, ‘Gort Glas’, Aglish, Carrigeen, Co. Kilkenny (086 3790655, maryearyan@gmail.com). A €20 non-refundable deposit, per person will apply.
The academic year in the Abbey Community College is ending, for the Leaving Cert students who will finish their second level education following the completion of the State examinations in June. First up, on Tuesday, May 21, the Awards Day will take place. This event is a highlight of the school year and is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the commitment and energy of the whole school community. On Thursday, May 25, the 6th year graduations take place, and this will be a chance for the parents of the students to see their children finally take leave of the school’s activity before the return on Wednesday, June 5, for English paper 1, in the Leaving Cert Exams. The final exam will take place on June 25 with the Japanese paper. The Junior Cert Exams commence on Wednesday, June 5, and finish on Monday, June 17, with an applied technology exam.
On, Tuesday, May 21, the KCETB Art classes continue from 2.00 to 4.00pm in St Mary's Hall Slieverue for members of the Slieverue Active Retirement Association. On Wednesday, May 22, Chair Yoga continues at 11.30am followed by Bingo at 12.50pm. We welcome new members both male and female and remember we are on the bus route and the times are suitable. We are arranging our autumn break to Landmark Hotel, Carrick on Shannon, on October 21, 2024.
The decision on the planned development of the Briar Rose, which was due last Thursday, has yet to be decided by An Bord Pleanála. It has been pushed back due to a backlog of cases, with no new date given.
