Local Notes: Film shot in Portlaw now screening, parish news, soccer, GAA and camogie news
The Portlaw Camogie Club U14 squad
Delighted to share that 'This Is Not a Murder Mystery', filmed in the stunning Curraghmore Estate, is currently being broadcast on USDrama (Channel 158). Viewers enjoyed excellent shots of the beautiful scenery surrounding Curraghmore, along with rare views of the house interior that many may never have seen before. Another instalment will be broadcast on Wednesday evening.
Parish Notices Friday, May 1 - Mass at 10am; First Friday visits Feast of St Joseph the Worker Saturday, May 2 – 6pm Anniversaries: Catherine Kelly and Freddie Kelly; Anniversaries at this time: Kathleen, Jackie and David Keane, Tommy and Statia Whelan and family, Jim Duggan, Paddy and Eileen Fogarty, Johanna Power. Died recently: Gene Davitt Keane (Perth); Ted Mullins; Mary Flynn. Any housebound person who would like a First Friday visit with Holy Communion, please let Fr Francis know. To book Masses in Portlaw contact Mary Walsh (Sacristan) on 086 3206575. Ballyduff Sunday, May 3: Mass at 10am.
Volunteers are sought to help with cleaning Ballyduff Church. If interested, contact Ann Nolan or Joan Cheasty to leave your name and contact number, with the hope of organising a weekly rota. To book Masses in Ballyduff, contact Ann Nolan (Sacristan).
Well done to last week’s U8 Player of the Week, Eliza, and U10 Player of the Week, AnnaâMai.
Keep up the great work, girls.
Taking advantage of the good weather, Wellkids training on Sunday morning moved to The Park, allowing all the children to enjoy time together in the playground after their session. The children trained brilliantly and were rewarded with iceâcreams to finish. A big thankâyou to Kieran Laffan and all involved in Portlaw Tidy Towns for their continued hard work in keeping the Park in such excellent condition. Wellkids is for boys and girls aged 3–6 years and takes place every Sunday morning at 10am. All are very welcome.
U15 Premier Division DLS 0 Portlaw 3. Team sponsor: Jimmy’s Takeaway, Portlaw (051 566918). The final league game of the campaign ended in an away victory over DLS with goals from Darragh Long, Daniel O’Brien and Mark Murphy. Portlaw currently sit two points clear at the top of the table, but will need a favourable result elsewhere to secure the league title. The lads have put in a tremendous effort all season and now look forward to competing for the cup. Premier League Result: Portlaw 2–1 Tramore. Match sponsor: Cllr Declan Clune. A great result for the premier team with Tramore visiting the Paddock. Firstâhalf defences were on top with limited chances at either end. Early in the second half, Portlaw took the lead when a throughâball from Kealo set John Power away, who gave the keeper no chance.
Tramore equalised shortly afterwards from a penalty. Both sides pushed on for a winner and Portlaw were rewarded in injury time when strong pressure from Sam Croke forced an own goal from a Tramore defender. A fantastic workârate and performance from the lads. The team thanked Cllr Declan Clune for his kind matchâday sponsorship. Premier League Result Portlaw 2–2 Hibernians. Team sponsor: The Clodagh Bar. Matchâday sponsor: Conor Dooley (087 9758498) Plumbing, Heating and Boiler Services | Bathroom Renovations. Following the midweek win over Tramore, Portlaw had a quick turnaround with Hibs visiting the Paddock last Sunday morning. Hibs dominated possession in the first half, but Portlaw’s defensive structure limited clear chances. Hibs took the lead early in the second half, after which Portlaw grew into the game. A brilliant run from John Power led to a cross for Samuel Deevy, whose first touch beat three defenders before smashing home the equaliser. Shortly afterwards, Deevy again broke forward and crossed to Louis Power, making his Premier League debut, who scored with his first touch to put Portlaw 2–1 ahead. Hibs threw everything at Portlaw and grabbed an equaliser in injury time. Two huge performances from the lads within a few days. Next up, Portlaw travel to Bohs on Friday, May 8. The club thanks Conor Dooley for his generous matchâday sponsorship and encourages supporters to continue supporting local businesses.
