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Community Notices
Ardara Community Playgroup
The Ardara Playschool's fund-raising draw took place on
Saturday the 14th of December 2002, in the Nesbitt Arms.
On behalf of the parents, the committee would like to
thank Paul and Marie Gallagher for the use of the Nesbitt
Arms Hotel to hold the draw. The committee appreciate the
support of the Town Traders and other sponsors, who
supplied all the prizes, and would like to thank all
those who bought the tickets and who sold them, making
the fundraiser a success.
The result of the draw is as follows:
first prize of a luxury hamper went to Noel Heena,
Crumlin, Ardara ;
second prize of a hamper went to Karen Doherty, Ardara ;
third prize of a turkey was won by J.J.Shovlin,
Kilclooney ;
Mary O'Donnell, Riverside, Ardara, won fourth prize of a
bottle of spirits ;
Finnian Ward, Ardara, won the fifth prize of a wash and
blow-dry ;
sixth prize of a bottle of vodka went to Gregory Diver,
Ardara ;
the seventh prize, a hamper, went to Ryan Boyle,
Meenavalley, Ardara ;
eighth prize of a Ardara Car Centre voucher went to
Michael Breslin, Aighe, Ardara ;
Deirdre Bonner, Doohill, Ardara, won the ninth prize of a
clock ;
Annie B. McDyre won the tenth prize of a box of biscuits
and a toy ;
eleventh prize of a selection box and a toy went to
Patrick Mcginley, Churchtown, Kilcar ;
the twelfth prize, a vase, went to Seamus Coyle, Fanad
Head, Co. Donegal ;
and the thirteenth prize of a mini-hamper went to
Michelle Delaney, C/o Ulster Bank, Ardara.
Church Radio Broadcasts
This notice is for the people in the community who have
receivers for the church radio broadcasts. The system has
been changed in the hope of better reception. The new
system is on the F.M. waveband at 106.5 . You will need
to change your receiver from C.B. to F.M., and the
service can also be picked up on an ordinary radio on F.M.
106.5
Inflatable Fun
There will be a further afternoon of fun for the young,
on bouncy play equipment, in the Community Centre on
Saturday the 28th of December, between 12 and 6 p.m.
There will be a charge of €5. per child. Call 087-6880502
for more details.
C.L.G. Ard an Ratha
The annual dinner/dance of the Ardara C.L.G.
will be in the Blue Haven, Kilcar, on Sunday the 29th of
December 2002, at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are available from
Divers' Newsagents until 6 p.m. on Saturday the 28th of
December. Free transport is available. Please advise if
transport is required when purchasing your tickets. A bus
will leave Ardara at 8 p.m. sharp.
Returned Home
Three young men who set out for foreign shores (Boston, U.S.A.,
to be precise) have returned safely from their three
month working holiday. Jason Maloney, Ardara, Pauric and
Michael Breslin, Aighe, and John O'Donnell, Loughros Pt,
are to be congratulated on their courage and initiative.
Christopher Boyd, Loughros Pt, has also returned from his
agricultural college placement on a farm on the
Canterbury Plains of New Zealand. He found the scale of
farming a little different - a farm with 12,000 ewes, 400
deer, and 250 cattle, not to mention 12 dogs, and a few
horses to go where a quad wouldn't! The experience gained
is bound to be of value. Welcome home to all four of
these long-distance travellers.
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| 19th
Dec |
Community Notices
Parish Council
The treasurer reported a balance of 4594 euros at the
Ardara Parish Council meeting of December the 9th. John
McBrearty, joint-chairman of the Community Centre
Committee, stated that the cause of a persistant leak in
the roof of the centre had been found and repaired, and
he hoped that the problem was now solved. The lighting in
the centre had been reviewed. He thanked all those who
had been involved in undertaking these necessary tasks.
Donal Haughey, of the Walking Festival Committee,said
that they were in the process of preparing their 2003
brochure. The Brennan brothers of irishadventure.com are
presenting their tourist service at the annual national
Holiday and Leisure Fair. It is hoped to have brochures
advertising the Walking Festival and the Ardara 'Cup o'
Tae' music festival on display at the Brennan's stall .
The Tidy Towns committee have taken down and stored the
hanging baskets which were such a feature in the village
centre during the summer. They are getting their 2003
programme ready for a spring start!
Counciller Slowey congratulated Emily Whelan on obtaining
a 1000 euro grant from Donegal Childcare for the purpose
of funding a feasibility study into the establishment of
a Community Play Group in its own quarters, on Herrons'
field. A draft Foreshore Licence for the Ardara Sewage
Scheme has been granted by the Department of the Marine,
but has still to receive final approval. Documents from
the Donegal County Council have been sent to the
Department of the Environment with regard to six two-bedroom
houses, thirteen two-bedroom units, and a single bedroom
unit to be built on Molloys' field, below Ardconnell.
Cller Slowey further reported that fifty applications for
the repair of L.I.S. roads in the Ardara area had been
received. Such roads, to qualify, had to serve two
parcels of land, or provide access to a bog or seashore.
The funding for the roads would become available during
the 2002-2004 time space. Twelve Council lights had been
approved in the area, and five more were sought. It was
less expensive to provide lights where poles were already
in existence, he said. Four lights could be provided for
the same cost as one light and pole.Works on the N56 at
Kilraine were being allowed to settle before the road
would be re-surfaced in the New Year. Cller Slowey
remarked on the new bus routes being offered in the
Ardara region on Fridays. The service would be of
particular use to pensioners, and he congratulated Tony
Breslin and Mary Breslin, both of whom had worked with
South West Donegal Community Partnership Ltd to get this
scheme established. Gwen Breslin was recently elected to
represent the Ardara Parish Council on the S.W.D.C.P.Ltd
rural transport board.
Breda Boyle said how disappointing it was that despite
numerous promises, the provision of good facilities for a
Day Care Centre and a Health Care Centre in Ardara were
being continually postponed. An additional room for
chiropody was an urgent necessity. There were in the
region of 600 pensioners in the Ardara area, and they
deserved far better facilities than those they had at
present. Cller Slowey explained that the County Council
had decided to hire a company to make a complete flood
survey of the Owentocker River before allowing any
further development near the riverbank in Herrons field
or in Molloys' field. Donal Haughey, the Parish Council
chairman, said that of immediate importance is the
leasing of an adequate number of rooms from Dr Sweeney,
by the North Western Health Board, to serve as an interim
Health Care Centre and Day Care Centre. A letter to this
effect will be sent from the Parish Council to the N.W.H.B.
In answer to a question regarding S.I. houses, Cller
Slowey said that S.I. stood for Specific Instance houses
and that such houses were built on the applicant's own
land. It was cheaper for the County Council to build such
houses than to construct social housing on land they had
had to purchase. However, to get approval and
construction of an S.I. house took about five years.
Conal Shovlin reported on the situation as regards the
proposed Dolmen Centre swimming pool. At present the
Dolmen Centre committee are putting together a revised
programme on a smaller scale, to submit in due course to
Donegal County Council.
The chairman expressed the sympathy of the meeting to
John Damien Gallagher, on the death of his father, John
Francis Gallagher.
The next meeting will be on Monday, January the 13th at 9
p.m. in the Community Centre.
The Late John Francis Gallagher
The death occurred in Letterkenny Hospital on Tuesday the
3rd of December of John Francis Gallagher, aged eighty
years. The funeral took place at the Church of the Holy
Family, Ardara, on Thursday the 5th of December, Canon
Austin Laverty officiating, assisted by Fr Hugh
McGonagle, Sligo. John Francis was born and raised in
Ballycashel, living all his life in the house built by
his great grandfather. During his lifetime he had been
very involved with community affairs, having been a
member of the Show Committee, a long-serving member of
the Parish Council, doing his part in political life, and
having been a member of the L.B.F. for the duration of
the years of World War 2. From that period, he was given
the name of "Corporal John", and was known in
the community under that title. He was a talented story-teller,
and enjoyed collecting them, as did his late sister,
Margaret Gallagher (known as Margaret Wee Joe), Glenties.
He was always there for his neighbours. He was a lover of
the Irish language, and a fluent speaker of it.
John Francis was pre-deceased by his sisters Margaret Wee
Joe, Glenties, and Annie Murphy, New York, and his
brother, Packie, Donegal town. He is survived by his
wife, Mary Rose, and sons John Damian, Ballycashel, Hugh,
Killysteeve, Phillip, Killybegs, Gerry, Bundoran, his
daughters Patricia Nicholson, Narin, Mary Adams,
Portglenone, Maireád Walsh, Ballintra, Kathleen Tolan,
Carrigart, his sons- and daughters-in-law, his sisters,
Agnes Gallagher, Tullyard Rd, Glenties, and Mary Cross,
Tipperary, his sister-in-law Mary Gallagher, Donegal
town, his brothers-in-law Patrick McNelis, Brackey,
Michael Cross, Tipperary, and Declan Murphy, New York,
and grandchildren, nieces and nephews. The community
extends their sympathy to the family in their loss.
The Late Winnie De Roeck (nee Molloy)
At the age of 72, the death occurred in a Chicago
hospital, on December the 7th, of Winnie De Roeck (better
known locally as Winnie Molloy, of Meenaneary). Winnie
was born and raised in Meenaneary, and had two brothers
and two sisters. At the age of 18 she left for the U.S.,
where her last employment was doing homecare for elderly
people. She returned once for a holiday in 1982. Despite
the distance, she kept up close links with her family in
Ireland. She was a kind and tender-hearted person, with a
strong religious faith.
Winnie was pre-deceased by her husband some years ago,
and was also pre-deceased by her brothers, Pete, Chicago,
Phelim, Kilcar, and her sister, Mary McGill, Carrick. She
is survived by her four sons (U.S.), her two
grandchildren, her three sisters, Bridget Maloney,
Chicago, Sarah Gallagher and Catherine Cannon of
Ardconnell, and many nieces and nephews both in Ireland
and in the U.S. Winnie will be sadly missed by her family
and friends.
House Auction
At the auction, which took place at the residence of the
late Mick Kennedy, on Front St, the reserve price of the
property was not reached, so the house is still on the
market. The auctioneer is Bosco McGill, Main St, Ardara.
Wooden Craftwork
Thomas Paul, Doohill, Ardara, is taking orders for
birdhouses, ornamental wheelbarrows, garden furniture and
ornaments of all kinds. It's a good thought for Christmas.
His phone number is 075-41645 if you want to make any
enquiries.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Bernie Whyte, Loughros Pt, on his
recent appearance on 'Winning Streak' and his good
fortune to win 19,200 euros and a holiday in London. We
wish you health to spend it, Bernie.
Senior Citizens
One hundred and four people sat down to dinner in the
Nesbitt Arms Hotel on Wednesday the 11th of December for
the annual Christmas Party of the Ardara Senior Citizens.
Sixty of the guests were from Ardara, and the rest were
their friends from the Glenties. A great afternoons
entertainment and dancing followed the dinner. The most
senior citizens present were Jane Maloney, Hillhead, and
Barney McNelis, Drumaghey Park, formerly of Meena Valley.
Peter Oliver, John Sweeney, Crumlin, Matt McNelis,
Edergole, John Hegarty, Narin Rd, and Dympna Duff,
Edergole, provided the music.
The Ardara party had been preceded by a party in the
Bayview Hotel on the 6th of December, when the hosts had
been the Killybegs Care of the Aged. This was also a very
enjoyable occasion.
The Ardara Community Care Committee would like to thank
all those who have contributed over the past year to
making their programme so full of memorable events and
pleasant times.
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| 12th
Dec |
Community Notices
The Late Ellen (Nellie) Maxwell
The death occurred suddenly, at her home in Drimaha, on
Monday the 2nd of December, of Ellen Maxwell, aged 83
years. Nellie, as she is better known, was born in Summy,
Dawros Peninsula, and had two sisters and two brothers,
all of whom attended school in Kilclooney. Nellie married
Sonny Maxwell, and the couple lived and worked in England
for twenty-four years before moving back to Ireland,
living in Limerick for six years, and then for the past
twelve years in Ardara. Nellie was an outgoing person,
young at heart, enjoying fun and the company of others.
She had, of late, particularly enjoyed her weekly visits
to the Day Centre at Killybegs Community Hospital where
she made many friends. Some of her neighbours, for whom
Nellie kept open door, describe Nellie as having been
"switched on". Her mind was alert and she
bought a newspaper every day to keep up with what was
going on in the world. She will be remembered by various
people as a mother, a grandmother, a great grandmother,
and as a good neighbour and friend. Nellie very much
appreciated her neighbours, without whom she would not
have maintained her independence for so long. The funeral
took place at St Connall's Church, Ardara, on December
the 4th, Rev Ken McLaughlin, Inver, officiating, in the
absence of Rev Freeman. Family and friends travelled from
Limerick, northern Ireland, and England to attend the
funeral.
Ellen is survived by her daughters, Eleanor Street,
Redhill, Surrey, Rebecca Max, Croyden, her sons, Bill
Maxwell, Limerick, Tommy Maxwell, Croyden, her daughter-in-law,
her son-in-law, her grand children and great
grandchildren, her nieces and nephews. Nellie will be
greatly missed by her family and a wide circle of friends.
G.A.A.
The G.A.A. History Committee would like to remind you
that they still require photographs for their
publication, which is due to be completed at the end of
January.
Local Participant in 'Winning Streak'
Bernie White, Loughros Point, will be participating in
'Winning Streak' , RTE 1, on Saturday the 14th at 8:20 p.m.
Bernie bought his ticket at Divers' Newsagents, Ardara.
We're all wishing you luck, Bernie.
Glenties Fourth Annual Craft Fair
This Craft Fair will Take place in the Highlands Hotel on
Sunday the 15th of December from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Some of the crafts on sale include wood-carving,
ironwork, mirrors, soaps, candles, furniture, Christmas
decorations, etc. Come along and support your local
craftspeople. For more information call Brendan at 075-44027.
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| 5th
Dec |
Community Notices
Santa Comes to Town
Santa Claus was very happy during his visit to Ardara to
see a big crowd of children and their parents having a
lot of fun with the bouncy play equipment in the
Community Centre last Sunday afternoon. He enjoyed
spending time with each child who queued to speak with
him, and they enjoyed being with him. Unfortunately
stormy weather was raging at the time of the turning on
of the Christmas lights in town, and Santa, being worried
about making the long journey home in such rough
conditions, turned the lights on without ceremony when
the time came, and set out as soon as he could on the
long road home.
Due to public appreciation of the decorations in the town
in past years, this year the Town Traders have added some
beautiful coloured illuminated decorations on the bridge
and on the Diamond. It is a real treat to see them. It's
hoped that many people will shop locally this year.
Remember that the shopping spree finishes this Saturday.
Many bargains are available.
Ardara Golf Society
The A.G.M. of the Ardara Golf Society will take place in
Doherty's Bar, Ardara, on Friday the 6th of December at 8
p.m. All members are asked to attend the meeting. There
will be a golf outing in Narin/Portnoo Golf Club on
Saturday the 7th of December.
Wedding Bells
Susan Breslin, daughter of Vicky and Anthony Breslin,
Brackey, Ardara, was married to Mark Montgomery, Twin
Towns, recently in St Joseph's church, Rathmullan with Fr
Francis McAteer officiating. Susan has been working in
Farah's Hairdressing Salon, Ballybofey. The bride, who
was given away by her father, was attended by her nieces,
Ailish and Rachel Blaine. Junior bridesmaids were Noelle
Blaine, niece of the bride, and Lisa Montgomery, niece of
the groom. The groom was attended by his brother, Shane
Montgomery, and the bride's brother, Anthony Breslin.
Flower girls were the bride's nieces Laura, Grace, and
Emma Blaine. Readings were given by Mary Crumlish and Ann
Marie Burke, and Prayers of the Faithful were read by
Peter Carr, all friends of the couple. Music and solos
were also by friends of the bride and groom : Therese,
Lorna, and Elsa Campbell. The reception was held in the
Milford Inn. The couple are wished all the very best for
their future by their many friends and relatives in
Ardara and in the Twin Towns.
Charity Card Game
Card players are reminded of the annual card game in aid
of Our Lady's Hospital for Sick Children, Crumlin, in
Teague's Bar, on Friday the 6th of December. There will
be lots of prizes and all are welcome. Donations also
will be gratefully received.
Parish Council Meeting
The Ardara Parish Council will meet on Monday the 9th of
December in the Community Centre at 9 p.m. All are
welcome.
Special Needs Christmas Party
The Christmas party for people with special needs will
take place in the Nesbitt Arms Hotel on Sunday the 8th of
December. Please note the change of time to 3 p.m.
G.A.A.
Presentation Celebrations
You are reminded of the GAA Club meal in the Heiritage
Centre for U-10's and U-12's and in the Nesbitt Arms
Hotel for the U-12 A and B teams at 7 p.m. on Friday the
6th of December.Parents are asked to come along and
collect their children at 11.00 p.m.
A presentation function with a meal will be held in the
Nesbitt Arms for the U-14 and the U-16 boys' and girls'
teams on Sunday the 22nd of December. Any parent wishing
to attend the meal can purchase a ticket for €10.00.
Bookings to John M. Byrne (087) 2880026. The
presentations will be followed by a disco.
Flotto
This weeks Flotto Jackpot stands at €5,100.00 and
this weeks selling team will be led by Michael Kennedy.
Monthly Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Club will take place next
Monday night, the 9th of December at 9.00 p.m. in
Dohertys Bar.
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