Weekly News 27th Jan 2014

27 January 2014

KILMOGANNY BRIDGE CLUB:  Results of 22nd January: The joint winning pairs were: Frances Callery & Carmel O’Sullivan and Philip Brennan and Margaret Dunne.


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KELLS HANDBALL CLUB: In the County 40 x 20 Juvenile doubles representing Kells in the Girls U 12 Doubles were Olivia Mahoney/Meg Ryan and Ciara Walsh/Breanna O’Dwyer; in the G U 13 Doubles were Laura Condon and Sinead Bass; in the U 14Doubles were Kym Ryan and Kate Cowhig; in the U 17 Doubles were Elaine Power and Sarah Molloy who won out the final.  In the boys U 12 Doubles were Joe Cowhig and Tomas Leahy; in the U 13 Doubles were Dylan Crehan/Dillon Wall and Mikey Prendergast/James Shirley; in the U 14 Doubles were Michael Power/Colin McKenna and Eoin Brennan/Conor Hoban who won out in the final; in the U 15 Doubles were Cillian Lafford and Rory Lodge and in the U 16 Doubles were Jack Crehan/Nick O’Shea and Roy Cullen/Conor Murphy with Roy and Conor winning out in the final.


The County Gael Linn competition was held and representing Kells were Mikey Prendergast and Meg Ryan and Dylan Crehan and Olivia Mahoney.  Dylan and Olivia went on to represent Kilkenny in Leinster and had good games against Offaly and Kildare but were unlucky not to make the final. Congratulations and well done to them all.


 


KELLS SCOUTS Troop went on a day out to Dublin Zoo last Saturday 25th January.. Travelling on the day there were 72 young people of all ages from 6 to 16 as well as 14 adult members. The troop met at 8.15 a.m. at McDonough Train Station in Kilkenny and boarded the train on which a full carriage was reserved for the Scouts. All arrived at Heuston Station on time and hiked the short distance to the Zoo in the Phoenix Park. No sooner had they passed through the gate of the Zoo when the heavens opened and a heavy shower did it’s best to drench all. In true Scouting style though, the troop was well prepared with wet gear and so neither heads nor spirits were dampened by the elements. They then spent a couple of hours exploring the Zoo before convening at the Meerkat Restaurant for a satisfying lunch. Thanks to all the staff at the restaurant who looked after the troop extremely well and got them well primed for further exploration. Then it was off to the African Plains for the afternoon where the gorillas and rhinoceros were of particular interest. All gathered at the entrance to the Zoo again at 3.20 p.m. for the hike back to Heuston station and the train back to Kilkenny. The day was thoroughly enjoyed by adults and young people alike and as one parent said in a text message, “The lads had a great day. All in bed tired but happy after a great day out.”  Special thanks to Sinead who’s many hours of hard work ensured that the day was safe, secure and enjoyable for all.


 



THE SHRUGHAWADDA PLAYERS will meet on Tuesday night next 28th January at 8.00 p.m. in St. Eoghan`s Centre, Kilmoganny to read for a new play. All members are welcome and new members are especially very welcome. This is an opportunity for new talent to prepare for a stage debut.


 


A BENEFIT NIGHT will be held in Dunphy`s Lounge, Kilmoganny on Saturday 22nd February at 9.30 p.m. Music is by` Tequila Sunrise`. Adm. €5. Also an auction on the night. Your support would be very welcome. Meanwhile a Benefit Raffle has commenced and your support for this would also be very welcome. Super prizes. Tickets €5 each or book of three €10 .Draw for this raffle will take place at the Benefit night on the 22nd February.


 


A TABLE QUIZ will take place in Townsend’s Bar, Dunamaggan on Friday 7th February at 9.00 p.m. The Quiz will consist of Teams of 4. The entry fee is €10 per person. All proceeds are going to the Callan CBS Zambia Immersion Programme where local man Canice Hickey and 10 students from the Callan CBS Secondary School will work and teach in Zambia during Easter 2014. School Supplies, Clothes and a large financial donation will be left to the project in Zambia. All support is greatly appreciated.


 


SARAH BARRON, Caherleske died unexpectantly at her home on last Monday Week. She had lived in Caherleske for over 31 years since she moved there from her home across the road from the Calvary Cemetery between Newmarket and Hugginstown where she was laid to rest last Wednesday. She is survived by her sister Mary and 13 grand nieces and nephews, numerous other relatives, friends and neighbors. Her remains were received in St. Leonard’s Church, Dunamaggan by Rev. Nicholas Flavin P.P. on Tuesday evening. The mass of Christian burial was celebrated on last Wednesday by Rev. Nicholas Flavin assisted by Revs. Liam Cassin, Jim Walsh and Benedict O'Callaghan O. Carm. Members of her family read the readings, the prayers of the faithful and presented the gifts at mass. May she rest in peace.