Local Notes: Riddle of the Week, local lotto, runners club, Nire Valley Hike and more
Man of the Match Sliabh gCua’s Jason Sheehan takes on Ballinacourty's James Beresford
Results for week ending September 28: 9,18,29 were the jackpot numbers drawn and there was no winner. The 5 x €20 winners were Brendan Tobin, John Mike and Bill Fitzpatrick, Francine Gleeson, Martin Wall and James Cliffe Jnr. The promoter’s prize was won by Dunne’s Bar. Results for week ending October 5: 12,18,24 were the jackpot numbers. No winner and the 5 x €20 winners were Paddy Dalton, Mike Murray, Kate Tobin, Chloe Gleeson and Christine Cliffe. The promoter’s prize was won by Brendan Tobin. The jackpot for next week is €400
It is with deep sadness that we mark the passing of our dear friend Seamie Skehan. Seamie had been involved with the Community Centre Committee for a number of years and was our current vice-chairman. Seamie was a man of action and could be relied upon to get any job done and if he couldn't do the job, he knew someone who could. It is hard to put into words the impact Seamie had on the community as a whole. He was an absolute powerhouse, always on hand to help out and always giving willingly of his time. He truly was one of life’s gentlemen. His work ethic, good humour and his community spirit are unparalleled. He will be sorely missed by us all. We offer our deepest condolences to Breda, Tara, Julie, Eithne, Jack, John, Lois, the extended family, neighbours and friends on such a heartbreaking loss. Leaba i measc na naomh go raibh aige ' There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone, the light remains'.
We extend our sympathy to the Phelan family on the recent passing of John Phelan Sr., Yonkers, New York, and formerly of Graignagour, Ballymacarbry. John was a much-loved figure in the Waterford GAA community in New York. He was a man of great generosity and character, someone people could always turn to in times of need. Whether it was helping individuals and families find work and accommodation or supporting every fundraiser, dance and game in Gaelic Park, John was always present and willing to lend a hand. He played a vital role in supporting countless players, both past and present in New York, many of whom became dual players thanks to his tireless work with his beloved Rangers New York GAA. John is predeceased by his wife Sheila Phelan (née Flynn Ballyduff Upper), brothers Jim, Paddy and sister Nuala. We extend our sincere sympathy to his daughters Patricia and Gerry, sons John, Vinny and Thomas, grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, brother Tom Phelan (Dungarvan), sisters Ann Hughes (Cavan) and Bríd Power (Dublin), sister-in-laws and brother-In-laws, nephews and nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Funeral mass was in Saint Peter’s Church, Riverdale Ave, Yonkers, New York with interment at St.Mary’s Cemetery, Sprain Road, New York. There will be a month’s mind mass held in St. Helena’s Church, The Nire, on Sunday morning, November 2, at 11am. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a Anam Dílis
Week two of our Predict Your Time League which was generously sponsored by Dunne’s Bar and Tobin Haulage, was won by Rose Lonergan and the lucky dip winner was Noel Drohan. Well done to Rose and Tom. It was another great attendance last week. Clock countdown will start again at 7pm this Monday night. It’s a great 4K route suitable for walkers and runners. Don’t forget your Hi Vis vest and a torch.
Many congratulations to Tom Tobin and Clodagh Ryan who recently got engaged. We extend best wishes to both for the future.
Online booking is now open for the annual Nire Valley Hike being held on Sunday, October 19, at 10am. We have teamed up with Sliabh Hiking for a moderate 10km hike through the stunning Nire Valley, taking in Coumduala and the breath-taking Sgilloges Lakes. The meeting point is the Nire Valley Car Park, Knockanaffrin at 10am. Over 18’s only, hiking boots a must and no dogs allowed. The duration will be approximately four hours. The cost is just €5 per person (plus Eventbrite fee) and you can book your place online at https://www.eventbrite.ie/.../nire-valley-hike-tickets
So why not come along, stretch your legs, soak up the views, and enjoy the fresh mountain air with us. For more information contact Liz on 087 7396050 or email lmcenaney@waterfordsportspartnership.ie
Congratulations to Sliabh gCua on their great win over Ballinacourty in the Radley Engineering Western Intermediate semi-final. Full time score was Sliabh gCua 1-9, Ballinacourty 0-6. Jason Sheehan was voted Man of the Match. Scorers: Sliabh gCua: Jason Sheehan 1-7 (1x2pf, (4f), Damien Quirke and Kevin Sheehan 0-1 each. Balliancourty: Eoin Kiley 0-3(1f), Niall McCarthy, Eoin Ahern and Danny Reynolds 0-1 each. Sliabh gCua : David Whelan; Sean Condon, Jack Power, Eoin McGrath; Jack Commins, Eoin Kearns, David Condon; Kile Kearns, Kevin Sheehan; Gearoid Hallinan, Jason Sheehan, Cillian Tobin; Damien Quirke, Brendan McGourty, Denis Coffey. Subs : Ciaran O Dwyer for Gearoid Hallinan (47), Stephen Coffey for Damien Quirke (56). We wish the very best of luck to Sliabh gCua in their county final game again Colligan at 4pm on Saturday, October 11, at Fraher Field, Dungarvan.
Congratulations to Finnian Grace, Derval Lonergan and Mike Murray, all Sliabh gCua/St.Mary’s G.A.A. Club winners who were 6th, 7th and 8th prize respectively in the October Déise Draw. Each won the nice sum of €500 each. Congratulations also to Kate Dunford Colligan GAA Club who won the top prize of €12,500. Another Colligan Club winner was Paudie Flynn who won €1,000 and our neighbours Modeligo also had a winner with John Fitzgerald taking the 3rd prize of €2,500. It was a fantastic draw for the West Waterford Clubs.
Last week’s riddle was: When you take away the whole from me, there is always some left over. What am I?`Answer: Wholesome. This week’s riddle is: Can you name three consecutive days without using the words Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Answer in this column next week.
