Local Notes: Communion congratulations, exam wishes and a charity tractor run
Congratulations to all the boys and girls from Ballyduff N.S who celebrated their First Holy Communion on Saturday, May 24. Stock Image.
Congratulations to all the boys and girls from Ballyduff N.S who celebrated their First Holy Communion on Saturday, May 24.
The boys and girls took part in the readings, prayers of the faithful and the offertory and did so with perfection.
Pupils from the older classes sang some beautiful hymns throughout the mass.
We hope that all the young people enjoyed their special day.
We send our very best wishes to all the young men and women who will sit their Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate next week.
We hope that everything goes well for them all and encourage them to take time out from study to relax and get some fresh air and exercise.
The Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Club hold their annual tractor run every July.
This year, the date has been set for Sunday, July 13.
This event is really looked forward to each year. It is a wonderful day for all the family, with some fantastic vintage vehicles on display.
The participants gather at Haughtons Pub, and the run begins at 1pm.
The route followed is a scenic country route bursting with the sights and sounds of nature, and then when the run arrives back and parks up safely at Haughtons, there will be lots of refreshments on offer.
For more information about the run, please contact Pat on 0872216589.
This run has raised much-needed funds for many charities over the years, and this year, all proceeds will go to Waterford Hospice, who provide public benefits to patients and their families known to the Southeast Palliative Care Service.
Waterford Hospice provide invaluable support not only to their patients but also to the families affected by a loved one’s illness.
Last year’s open golf classic proved to be a great success, and the dates have been announced for this year’s event. Get those clubs ready and get your team organised.
The next Rory McIlroy may be just around the corner.
On Friday, June 20 from 8am to 5pm and Saturday, June 21 from 8am to 2pm, Carrick-on-Suir Golf Club will be the venue for the Ballyduff Lower, LGFA and Camogie Golf Classic.
To book your time, you can contact the Golf Club directly on 051-640047 or contact Michael at 087 9247547.
For more details, check out the Ballyduff Lower GAA Facebook page.
Ballyduff AFC will host their Mini World Cup with the playoffs taking place on June 5th and the finals on June 7 at 5pm. This is aimed at all girls born between 2011 and 2014.
It is for mixed-age teams and five a side and is open to members and non-members. Registration is €5.
Ballyduff AFC have released a very important date in their annual calendar.
Their popular Summer Camp will run from June 23rd to June 27.
This camp is very popular, so check out the club’s Facebook page for booking details.
The Miwadi football camp will take place in Ballyduff from July 7 to 11. Check out the club’s Facebook page for details of both camps.
If you would like to join the club’s development fund, please contact any of the committee or check out details on their Facebook page.
The proceeds of this draw will support the club’s upgrade plans, which include a clubhouse extension, and gym and an all-weather pitch.
The registration for this year’s GAA Cul Camps have now opened.
The Ballyduff camp will take place from July 21 to July 25. Book your place early as places fill very fast. Check out their Facebook page for details of future games and details of all events taking place.
Heartiest congratulations to Kate Fitzgerald (nee Curran) Kilmagemogue, who was recently announced as the overall winner of the Teagasc/ FBD Student of the Year 2024 Award.
The awards were presented to the top graduates of Teagasc Level 6 agriculture, horticulture, equine and forestry training programmes in 2024.
Kate completed the Level 6 Specific Purpose Certificate in Farming at the Teagasc Kildalton College in Piltown.
We congratulate Kate on her fantastic success and wish her the very best for the future.
Many visitors have been enjoying some beautiful scenic trips on the Waterford Suir Valley train.
The tranquil trip taking in the wonderful sights of the surrounding countryside.
The sun glistening on the River Suir is so peaceful and relaxing, and the wildlife and fauna are just picture postcard.
The train operates on the hour from 11am Monday to Saturday and from 12pm on Sunday, and tickets can be booked in the booking carriage.
The Whistlestop Café is ready to treat you to a nice relaxing cuppa and some delicious homemade treats.
Their ice cream machine is working overtime during this glorious weather.
So pull up a seat and enjoy.
A special visitor dropped into the railway last week. Timmy Mallett, who many will remember from the television series Wacaday, which ran from 1985 to 1992.
Timmy is cycling around Ireland and chronicling his journey to show how you can reach your full potential and live in the moment in memory of his Down Syndrome brother Martin.
Timmy stopped off at the railway and enjoyed a nice cuppa and some lemon drizzle cake from The Whistlestop Café.
He enjoyed a spin on the train and used his catchphrase “utterly brilliant” to describe his visit.
Ballyduff Lower GAA club held their recent lotto draw on Sunday, May 25th and the numbers drawn were 8, 16, 26 and 27.
There was no winner of the jackpot, but the three lucky dip winners of €50 each were Valarie Walker, Helen Power and Max Miller.
The next draw will take place on Sunday, June 8th and there will be a fantastic jackpot of €12,500 on offer.
Tickets cost just €2 each or three for €5 and can be purchases from all committee members, online or from the volunteer ticket sellers who will be at Centra in Kilmeaden on Saturday, June 7.
This lotto is a major fundraiser for the club, and they are very grateful to everyone for their support.
Congratulations to Ballyduff N.S, who emerged as winners of the Roinn C U13 Cumann na mBunscoil County Final.
The school, coaches, parish and parents are extremely proud of this great bunch of lads and send them their very best wishes.
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