Local Notes: TV show, set dancing club news, cúl camp and riddle of the week
Some of the younger members of the Sliabh gCua Set Dancing Club at Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan held in Thurles recently. Pic: Comhairle Na Mumhan CCE
The winning numbers last Sunday night were 11, 12, 16 and there was no jackpot winner. The 5 x €20 winners were Jamie and Irene Queally, Ciaran Hallahan, Martin Wall, Geraldine Ryan and Pat Grace.
The promoter’s prize of €20 was won by Claire Dalton. Please note that due to the upcoming bank holiday, next week’s draw will be held on Monday night, August 5, for a lotto jackpot of €700.
The annual graveyard mass at St Mary’s Church, Touraneena, will be held this year on Wednesday, August 14, at 7pm. There will also be a collection on the night towards the upkeep of the graveyard.
We extend our sympathy to the O’Sullivan family on the recent passing of John (Jack) (Séan) O’Sullivan, Cork Road, Waterford and late of Killarney. John, who had reached the amazing milestone of 100 years of age, was a former Garda Síochána Sergeant and husband of the late Ellen (Nellie) McCarthy, Skeheens, Ballinamult. John was also predeceased by his brother Tom and sister Mary. We extend our sincere sympathy to his daughter Maureen, sons Tom, Sean and Larry, grandchildren Aoife, Muiriosa, Eoghan, Shane, Aidan, Meabh, Eimear, Clare, Conor, James, Stephen and Julia, great-grandchildren Ella, Caelan and Finley, son-in-law Brian, daughters-in-law Deirdre, Aine and Anne, sister-in-law Rita, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
Requiem mass for John was in St. Paul’s Church, Lisduggan, Waterford, followed by burial in St. Mary’s Church Cemetery, Touraneena. May John rest in peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
The club had a very enjoyable two days in Thurles at Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan and are very proud of every single one of our dancers who took to the stage.
The improvements made from all our dancers since the club resumed two years ago has been incredible and we’re so proud of each and every one of our dancers. The standard at Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan gets higher every year and the children really
For anybody who missed last Thursday nights television programme, ‘Irish Night at the Liverpool Irish Centre’, you can now watch online at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gyEoog_I0E
The programme was a music and dance extravaganza that was recorded at the recent Sliabh gCua Set Club’s visit to the Liverpool Irish Centre. It is a brilliant half hour programme outlining the history of the visits, paying tribute to the late Tommy Walsh and our own Monnie Hallahan and included great interviews from Sliabh gCua’s, Meadhbh Houlihan and Liverpool’s Kathleen Cunninham.
You can watch the Irish in the UK every Thursday night at 7.30pm on SKY channel 186 or online www.theirishintheuktv.com or on Freeview Channel 271 Veusat in Ireland. You can also get more information on Facebook at www.michaelcoynemusic.com
Don’t forget to register for the upcoming Naomh Bríd Cúl Camp, being held this year from August 12 to 16. You can secure your place online at www. https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie
We extend our sympathy to the Ryan family on the recent passing of Margaret Ryan, Fr Matthew Terrace, Clonmel and late of Glenanore. Margaret is predeceased by her sister Bridget and brother Sean. We extend our sincere sympathy to her sisters Eileen and Nora, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Funeral mass will take place on Wednesday, July 31, at 11am in St Helena’s Church, The Nire, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May Margaret rest in peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.
Many congratulations to Nicola Dalton who completed the recent Brandon Bray 10k event. A fabulous achievement by Nicola.
Congratulations to Abbie Fitzpatrick, Emily Foran, Céire Ryan and Rachel Fitzgerald of Na Déise Ladies Football Club, on helping Waterford ladies football team win this year's All-Ireland Minor C final beating Armagh 5-10 to 6-8.
Reports from customers within the community have been very positive regarding a relatively new pest control business called ‘Waterford District Pest Control’. They have locally trained experts offering high professional low-cost services to residential, commercial and farming sectors in Ireland with experience in the public sector, food safety and environmental health industries.
It is great to see a company with low-cost, affordable and transparent pricing. They also provide a direct debit option which certainly helps with the current high cost of living in Ireland. If you need assistance or more information please phone 1800 938 779 or go online to www.districtpestcontrol.ie
Last week’s riddle was: Two sisters are we, one is dark, one is fair.
In twin towers dwelling we’re quite the pair.
One from land, one from sea, Tell us truly who are we?
Answer: Salt and Pepper.
This week’s riddle is: A woman gave birth to two sons born on the same hour, same day, same year, but they were not twins. How could this be?
Answer in this column next week.
Some of the younger members of the Sliabh gCua Set Dancing Club at Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan held in Thurles recently.
