BACK ON TRACK. Fit4Life has resumed at Castlecomer Community School - it will continue each Wednesday at 7pm at the running track. Many registered last Wednesday for 2012 - registration will continue this week for others who wish to renew or begin participation. The programme accommodates all levels of activ... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
WATER & SEWERAGE UPGRADES. Interim Upgrade works commence this year on the Castlecomer Sewerage Treatment Plant. In all some €720,000 has been earmarked for the works which are a welcome boost for the economical, social and environmental needs of the area. Meanwhile the good news gets better with a total of €2,500,0... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
CHAMPIONS. Castlecomer CS Win All Ireland Hurling ACCS Roinn B Championship.
All Ireland Association Community Comprehensive Schools Championship 2011.
Castlecomer Community School won their first All Ireland Hurling title in the ACCS Championship competition.
They defeated Gort Community School in the Roin... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
DISCOVER THE NEW YOU ! Relaxation Classes continue in the Community Hall, on Tuesday evenings at 7.30 pm. There are just 2 classes left and there is no need to have been to the earlier sessions to benefit from the remaining classes. Admission is just €3 per class. By learning the techniques you can begin to fee... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
THE WAKE IN THE WEST. The Kilquan Players Drama Group is almost ready to stage their annual production, which is the comedy "The Wake in the West" by Michael J. Ginnelly. The group are back doing a comedy for the first time in a number of years. The cast of this year’s play have been put through their pac... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
2012 CALENDARS. Moneenroe National School still have a limited amount of their 2012 Calendars available to buy. The Calendars can be purchased at the School and are costing €7.00. All proceeds from the sale of these Calendars is being given back to the School by the Parents Council to help with some of t... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
LOTTO LOLLY. Erins Own Lotto has reached the princely sum of €10,550. The motto is if your not in then you cannot win tickets available throughout the town in retails outlets and also from club members.
2012 CALENDARS.... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
TAKING STOCK. Bollards Golf Society hold their AGM on January 27th at 10 p.m. in Bollards Lounge.... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
CHURCH UNITY. Ecumenical Prayer Service in the Church of the Immaculate Conception on January 25th at 7.30 p.m. This Annual Service is organised for the Parishioners of St. Mary’s Church of Ireland Group of Parishes and the Parishes of Clogh, Muckalee and Castlecomer.... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
ST. BRIGID’S CROSS. Once again it is intended to have St. Brigid’s Crosses available at the Church door, in the town and in Kilkenny around the Feast of St. Brigid. Donation of €3 goes towards Church of the Immaculate Conception Renovation Fund. If you are in a position to help out please contact organisers ... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Margaret Brennan, Nano Brennan, Ann Healy, Bob Murphy, Danny Hilton, Ann Healy, Owen Salmon, Bob Murphy, Maureen Ferris, Enid Abbott. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
ERINS OWN GAA SNIPPETS. Club Lotto
The club lotto is now up to €10,550.00. Be in to win. Get your tickets from any committee members or from local shops. You can also sign up to a direct debit scheme whereby you are entered every week in the Local lotto so you don't have to worry about getting your ticket. Contact an... Click for more Added:25/01/2012
GAELIC4GIRLS. The newly formed Erin’s Own Gaelic4Girls had a great turn out for their march on New Year’s Day and were delighted when they collected a prize. This was a great start for the girls who will be taking to the football pitch in the coming months on a new venture and we wish them every succe... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
ERINS’S OWN GAELIC4MOTHERS. G4M ended 2011 and began 2012 season in style last weekend. They held their Christmas Party in the Golf Club on 30th December. Thanks to Catriona, a glass of mulled wine greeted the party goers – music was by Michael Kealy and food provided by Eddie Walsh. A great... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Margaret Brennan, Maureen Ferris, Leslie Hunter, Gerry Kealy, Michael Ferris, Kit Farrell, Joe O’Shea, Ann Kealy, Pat O’Connell, Mary O’Shea, Gerry Kealy, Ann Kealy. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castlecomer. All... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
BEREAVED, Sympathy is extended to Marie McSweeney, Donaguile Heights on the death of her mother Elizabeth Scott, Crosspatrick.... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS BELL IN CLOGH-MONEENROE. On Sunday, 8th January 2012, at 2 p.m. Bishop Freeman officially received the Eucharistic Congress Bell from Bishop Lee and the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore on Rice Bridge, Waterford.
For ten days the Bell will sojourn the length and breadth of our Diocese calling us to pray, to reflect and to ... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS BELL IN CASTLECOMER. In preparation for the 50th International Eucharistic Congress due to be held in Dublin from 10th – 17th June the Congress Bell will be in the Diocese of Ossory from 8-19th January. It will be received in the Church of the Immaculate Conception on January 16th at 1 p.m. and will be brought to ... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
HAWAII 50. Congrats to Margaret Dillon, Corner House who celebrated her 50th birthday at the weekend.... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
ATHLETES BACK ON TRACK. Castlecomer Athletic Club have resumed training on Tuesdays at 6.45 p.m. in the Community School. Registration on the night and all are welcome. Fit4Life tonight Wednesday at 7 p.m.... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
LOTTO LOLLY. Erins Own Lotto has reached the princely sum of €10,400. The motto is if your not in then you cannot win tickets available throughout the town in retails outlets and also from club members.... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
NATIONAL WALK DAY. On Saturday the Operation Transformation National Walks take place at venues all over Ireland. In Kilkenny, the walk is taking place in the Castlecomer Discovery Park at 11am. Participants are welcome to weigh in beforehand and there is the option of having your walk or run timed! There will a... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
FRESH START FOR 2012. To kick start 2012 the Castlecomer Business Association, held a meeting on Friday 6th January at 9pm in the Community Hall. The meeting was very well attended. There were people from – Clogh, Moneenroe, Coon, Muckalee and Ballyfoyle and Castlecomer. A number of people put their nam... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
CELTIC BABES TAME THE LIONS. Deen Celtic U-8’s had their first outing of 2012 on Saturday when they played host to the Lions of Durrow at the Prince Grounds. Celtic came out on top in both games with two very good performances. Celtic have hit good form with two wins on the trot and are all of the panel are progress... Click for more Added:16/01/2012
NIXIE BORAN. His Life and Times (1904 – 1971)
Anne Boran gave a wonderful contribution on the life and times of her late father Nixie Boran on the occasion of his 40th Anniversary in Moneenroe. This week we continue with the final section of her speech.
Post-radical Phase
“The miners faced t... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
NATIONAL WALK DAY. On Saturday 14th January 2012, the Operation Transformation National Walks take place at venues all over Ireland. In Kilkenny, the walk is taking place in the Castlecomer Discovery Park at 11am. Participants are welcome to weigh in beforehand and there is the option of having your walk or run timed!... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
LOTTO LOLLY. Erins Own Lotto has reached the princely sum of €10,250. The motto is if your not in then you cannot win tickets available from any club member.... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
ACTIVE RETIREMENT GROUP. The group has had a very busy year. In May twenty two members went on a very enjoyable ten day cruise around the Mediterranean. We were off to the Arklow Bay Hotel for a five day holiday in September. Other social events included : Old time musical hall night in the Set theatre Kilkenny, Gowran race... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
COUNTRY MARKETS. Sincere thanks to all our customers and a prosperous New Year to one and all from the staff of Castlecomer Country Markets. Prizewinners in the Christmas Draw were Mary Brennan, Uskerty, Annette Dunphy, Annette Kennedy, Bridie O’Connnor. Country Markets resume on Friday January 13th.... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
HANNAH HITS THE RIGHT NOTE. Kilbeggan violinist Hannah Reilly (13) received an early present recently when she found out that she had won a place in the National Youth Orchestra of Ireland (NYOI).
Hannah, who is a member of the Tullamore Classical Music School in Durrow, secured her place at the prestigious orchestra – ... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
DISCOVER THE NEW YOU ! A series of Relaxation Classes commence in the Community Hall, Castlecomer in January. They begin on Tues the 10th and run for four consecutive weeks, from 7.30 -9.00pm. This will be a different kind of relaxation class. There is no need to dress for exercises or stretching. We will conduct the prog... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
MR. M. BALKIN. The death has taken place at his home in Love Lane of Martin Balkin. He will be fondly remembered as a quiet, kind and inoffensive person. He was predeceased by his wife Christina in 1985. An astute fisherman how he enjoyed his many trips on the River Deen together with his twin brother Jack. He was... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Maureen Coady, Margaret Brennan, Patricia McGuinness, Seamus Hennessy, Michael Ferris, Owen Salmon, Pat O’Connell, Ena Wallace, Ann Healy. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castlecomer. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
REVEREND FATHER MARTIN CLEERE P.P. Sympathy of the Parish is extended to the Cleere family on the death of Fr. Martin Cleere P.P. Windgap. He served as Curate in Castlecomer from 1995-1999.... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
MAKING YOUR MIND UP TIME. I have been asked to include the following statement from the Castlecomer Business Association in the notes this week. “ The Castlecomer Business Association which started with such enthusiasm in July is on the verge of collapse. That might sound dramatic but it’s the unfortunate reality... Click for more Added:11/01/2012
PROBABLY THE BEST WELLIE RACE IN THE WORLD. Castlecomer Wellie Race continues to flourish attracting record crowds and providing entertainment to both young and not so young. Now that the 32nd event has progressed into Deenside Annals history will record that 580 participants braved the challenging Four mile Kiltown Circuit. Just like last ye... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
NIXIE BORAN. His Life and Times (1904 – 1971)
Anne Boran gave a wonderful contribution on the life and times of her late father Nixie Boran on the occasion of his 40th Anniversary in Moneenroe. This week we continue with another section of her speech.
The struggle against Capitalism.
Nixie had long been... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
“A FAREWELL TO THE HILLS”. This week in the Christmas edition we are glad to publish a Poem by Joshua Willoughby, Canada written for his late father Joshua Willoughby, Knocknadogue.
A Farewell To The Hills.
After midnight, on the plateau’s edge,
A far off farm dog yelps
In the moonless night
Long dead stars jewel t... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
WELLIE UPDATES. When the going gets tough Comer people always come to the fore. It was never more important for every member of the community to put their shoulder to the wheel for January 1st. Participation is encouraged in every area especially the Fancy Dress Parade, lets make sure Comer is the place to be... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
LOTTO LOLLY. Erins Own Lotto has reached the princely sum of €10,100. The motto is if your not in then you cannot win tickets available from any club member.... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR SERVICES. Sunday 25th December CHRISTMAS DAY
9.00 a.m St Mary’s Church, Castlecomer
10.30 a.m Bilboa
Sunday 1st January 2012 NEW YEARS DAY
10.45a.m Colliery Church
12.00 noon Mothel... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
CHRISTMAS IN THE CHURCH OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION. Saturday December 24th. 8 p.m. Concelebrated Mass of Christmas Night (Parish Folk Choir).
Christmas Day.
8 a.m. Dawn Mass (Congregational Singing).
10 a.m. Christmas Day Mass (Male Voice Choir)
11.30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass (Youth Choir).... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
LATE MR. T. BRENNAN. The death has occurred at St Columbas Hospital, Thomastown of Tom “Spain” Brennan, Ardra. In his 89th year he was the last surviving member of the family. His passing truly marks the end of an era as yet another character on Deenside goes to his eternal reward.
Jovial forever in good hu... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
LATE MRS. M. BRENNAN. The death has taken place at St. Lukes Hospital, Kilkenny of Maureen Brennan (Nee Stephens), Hillside View. Highly regarded in the community she will be fondly remembered as a woman of integrity, diligence and honesty. What you saw with Maureen Brennan was exactly what you got she always spoke her m... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL LAUNCHES IT’S NEW WEBSITE. Castlecomer Community School proudly launched it’s new website www.castlecomercs.com in the school on Monday, 12th December. Mr. Seamus O’Connor, Principal, said that this is invaluable resource will greatly enhance communication between the school, students, parents and the commun... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
ACTIVE RETIREMENT GROUP. The group has had a very busy year. In May twenty two members went on a very enjoyable ten day cruise around the Mediterranean. We were off to the Arklow Bay Hotel for a five day holiday in September. Other social events included : Old time musical hall night in the Set theatre Kilkenny, Gowran race... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
BASKETBALLERS TOP 3 DIVISIONS. With all three teams at the top of their respective divisions, the week ahead is an important one for the boys U-12 & U-14 teams and the girls U-16 team. Both the boys teams take on opposition from Carlow club Old Leighlin while the girls play title favourites Tipp Talons. The boys warmed up for... Click for more Added:05/01/2012
Nixie Boran: His Life and Times (1904 – 1971)
Anne Boran gave a wonderful contribution on the life and times of her late father Nixie Boran on the occasion of his 40th Anniversary in Moneenroe. Over the next few weeks we intend covering the full speech.
Republican, Miners’ Leader and Social Reforme... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
BIRTHDAY GIRL. Congrats to Anna Mai Treacy who celebrated her 91st birthday party at a function in her home in Tourtane, some fifty well wishers, entertainers, poets, rambling men and women converged on Tourtane “Meitheal Style”. The ceol, rince and craic was thoroughly enjoyed by Anna Mai who epitomiz... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
WELLIE TIDINGS. Sponsorship Cards for the Wellie Race 2012 are now available from The Lime Tree, Bollards. Dillons, The Gem also from committee members. Participation is encouraged in every area especially the Fancy Dress Parade, lets make sure Comer is the place to be on New Years Day. Race Personality RTE&r... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
DINING & WINING. The Senior Citizens Christmas Party will be held on Sunday at 1 p.m. in the Golf Club. Contact Day Care Centre on 4441679.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Ann Healy, Hannah Moore, Seamus Hennessy, Joe O’Shea, Pat O’Connell, Owen Salmon, Pat O’Connell, Maureen Coady. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castlecomer. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR SERVICES. Sunday 25th December CHRISTMAS DAY
9.00 a.m St Mary’s Church, Castlecomer
10.30 a.m Bilboa
Sunday 1st January 2012 NEW YEARS DAY
10.45a.m Colliery Church
12.00 noon Mothel... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
COUNTRYLIFE OPENING ON SUNDAYS. Please note that the CountryLife store will be open every Sunday from 12 – 5pm every weekend to Christmas.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
CAROL SERVICE. The Annual Carol Service with Castlecomer Male Voice Choir will be held in the Colliery Church on Sunday December 18th at 11 a.m.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
LOTTO LOLLY. Erins Own Lotto has reached the princely sum of €9,950. The motto is if your not in then you cannot win tickets available from any club member.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
MRS. C. MEALY. Finsboro, Ardra has lost one of its more senior and respected people with the death of Catherine Mealy (Nee Holohan). In her 95th year she was a true lady blessed with kindness, concern and gratitude which was always forthcoming to both family and the wider community. One of the old stock there was ... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
MR. C. BERGIN. The sudden death of Canice Bergin, The Acorns and formerly of Borris in Ossory has come as a great shock to all in the community. A gentleman in every sense of the word his kind and affable disposition endeared him to his many friends in the area.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
LIBRARY LATEST. A Christmas Story at Bedtime is planned in the Library on Tuesday December 20th at 6.30pm! Kids! Bring along you favourite cuddly toy and come in your night attire if you wish for this very special event. Free!
The Pageturners Book Club will meet tonight (Wednesday) at 8pm, and the title to be disc... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
LEAH IS MUSIC STUDENT OF THE YEAR. Continuing a fine family tradition of music Leah Brophy was a recent Winner of the 2011 Music Student of the Year, and was presented with the Fr. David Boylan Memorial Award at a reception in the Redroom, MDI. Leah who is a daughter of Paul and Paula Brophy, Chatsworth Street has graduated with a Ba... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
AVALON INN RE-OPENS. Its heartening to see the Avalon Inn open for business again. New proprietor is Maurice O’Reilly who hails from Mullinavat. He spent a number of years working in America having emigrated in 1964. The Avalon Inn has been a landmark across North East Kilkenny over many years initially as a Minin... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
CONOR CLARKE IS 2011 U- 11 BOYS NATIONAL CHAMPION. The second leg of the National Cross Country Championships, held on the Curragh Plains in Co. Kildare, brought an abundance of joy and satisfaction to our local athletes. For all who competed, there was the satisfaction of their improved ranking within the county and provincial squads. Added to that... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
WELLIE QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA. The full house signs were up early for the Grand Final of the Wellie Queen Competition. Shortalls Lounge was rocking as each of the four contestants Olivia Byrne (Shortalls) ; Susan Boland (Dillons) ; Mary Dunne (The Vaults) and Catriona Treacy (Fitzpatricks, Ballyragget) braved their hearts and sou... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
LOTTO LOLLY. Erins Own Lotto has reached the princely sum of €9,800. The motto is if your not on then you cannot win tickets available from any club member.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
ERINS OWN TAKE STOCK. The Annual General Meeting of Erins Own GAA Club was held in Aras O’Meallaigh, Ballycomey on Friday night. As the Club continues to make positive progress on and off the field of play there was a healthy attendance. All executive positions were due to change as per three year rule new Chairman... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
TIDY TOWNS. Castlecomer Tidy Towns Committee were recipients of a Community Leadership Award at a function hosted by Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council Cllr. Paul Cuddihy in the River Court Hotel, Kilkenny. The Award was a practical one consisting of a bag full of bulbs ready for planting but be warned th... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
CHRISTMAS CONCERT. For twenty years the name of Fr. Liam Lawton has been synonymous with sacred and inspirational music. Fr. Liam’s haunting melodies and lyrical texts have earned him many accolades and praise from numerous quarters. This special Twentieth Tour celebrates the songs and their stories many of whic... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
BRENNAN ON THE BALL. Like so many the search of employment has taken Eddie Brennan (Cloney), Upperhills across the water to England. The former Erins Own player is also making big name for himself on the field of play with GAA Club Robert Emmets. Eddie helped the club to both hurling and football titles in London. More ... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
KILKENNY CHRISTMAS CARDS NOW ON SALE. Looking for a great Christmas card to send to family and friends this year? The Muckalee Community Creche has produced a Kilkenny cats themed Christmas card that pays homage to our winning team. The beautiful Christmas cards are on sale from a number of stores in the county. Packs of 8 cards are &eu... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
CHRISTMAS MARKET DAY AT COUNTRYLIFE Join in the fun on Saturday 10th December as CountryLife hold a Christmas Market Day, with market stalls, free face painting, refreshments and entertainment. CountryLife Loyalty Card holders will receive 200 bonus points if they use their card on the day, and special offers include 20% off all... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
THANK YOU JOHN MAHER. A great crowd attended the golf club recently to pay tribute to John Maher on the occasion of his retirement from the bar in the club. John has been the friendly face in the bar for the past twenty five years and has recently faced serious health problems. Tributes were paid by many on the night inc... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
OISIN RETURNS TO ALMA MATER. “Singer songwriter, Oisín Kavanagh returned to his Alma Mater Castlecomer Community School recently to give a talk to the TY students. After a remarkable reception from the students, he wanted to give back in a way that would mean something to them, their teachers and the TY concept as ... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
MONEENROE N.S. Moneenroe National School Parents Council have developed a beautiful calendar for 2012 which incorporates some fantastic photos of the children from the school taken during the last few months. The entire amount of money raised from the sale of the calendars will be presented to the school by the Pa... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
SANTA IN TOWN. The newly formed Castlecomer Business Association organized a lovely party for the kids on Friday on the Square. Santa arrived and much to the delight of all had an abundance of presents. Adding to the occasion was rock band Indigo I and the Choir from the Community School under the direction of Fio... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
CONCERN COLLECTION. Sincere thanks to all who contributed to this worthy cause, €2,150 was collected last weekend. Thanks also to all collectors who gave of their valuable time so willingly.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
NEXT WEEKEND. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul hold their Christmas collection at all masses in the Church of the Immaculate Conception next weekend.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
DEENSIDE. The popular and topical Deenside is on sale in retail outlets throughout the town. This is the 50th issue and is sure to be a collectors item.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
MEDUGORJE PRAYER GROUP. The monthly mass of peace and rosary is on Monday December 12th at 7.30 p.m. in the Oratory, Castlecomer Community School. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
MR. D. SHALLOE. The death has taken place of Danny Shalloe, Hillside View. One of natures gentlemen he went to his eternal reward just as he had lived ever so quietly and peacefully in the company of his family. There is a saying locally “he was the salt of the earth” and that is exactly of how most wou... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
ENTRANCE EXHIBITION AWARD 2011 As a result of the high performance level achieved in the School Leaving Examination results, Ciara Shortall, Cruttenclough, Coon, was awarded an Entrance Exhibition Award by the University of Dublin, Trinity College. Ciara was educated at Loreto Secondary School, Kilkenny.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
LIBRARY LATEST. Last week the Library held a Christmas Floral Demonstration with Eva Holmes of Darver House Nurseries. A huge crowd attended, and thanks to Eva for a wonderful night.
Children! Back by popular demand is our Christmas Story at Bedtime! Come along to the Library at 6.30 on Tuesday 20th December. Come... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
CELTIC BABES ON THE DOUBLE. Deen Celtic U-8's hosted Bridge Utd. in the Prince Grounds on Saturday morning and had their first victories of the season. Game one was a keenly contested affair. Celtic grabbed a goal in each half with cousins Alan & Kyle Smyth on target in a 2-0 win.
The second match was more of the same ent... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
WELLINGTON RACE NEW YEAR’S DAY. Since its inception in 1981 the Castlecomer Wellington Race has become an institution on the streets of Castlecomer and a fantastic way to start any New Year. A great boost to the town in so many ways, from the general feel good factor to the economic benefits for both the local businesses and the r... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
CountryLife Opening on Sundays Please note that the CountryLife store will be open every Sunday from 12 – 5pm every weekend to Christmas.... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
WELLIE RACE PERSONALITY 2012. RTE South East Correspondent Damien Tierney is the Wellie Race Personality on New Years Day in Castlecomer.
Originally from hurling heartland of Newtownmountkennedy, County Wicklow where he played football for the local club, minor for the county and soccer for Bray Wanderer’s Youths!&n... Click for more Added:20/12/2011
SANTA ON THE SQUARE. Santa's Arrival, The Square, Castlecomer, on Friday 2nd December at 7:00pm with music, face painting, mulled wine and sweets. All are welcome. This is an open air event so dress appropriatly. This event is organised by Castlecomer Business Association.... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
GAELIC4GIRLS TRIP TO TIPP. 71 girls from Castlecomer and neighbouring parishes headed for Lorrha in Tipperary on Saturday last to take part in their first Football Blitz. The girls have been learning the skills for the past 8 weeks in Ballycomey in a start up programme run by the Ladies Gaelic Football Association. ... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
WELLIE QUEEN 2012. The Queen of the Powley Final & the Launch of Wellie Race 2012 will take place on Friday night in Shortall’s Lounge with the contestants taking to the stage at 9 p.m.
After extensive and comprehensive interviews the white smoke has risen in the land of Powley Vale and the Race Perso... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
ENTRANCE EXHIBITION AWARDS 2011. Due to the high performance levels achieved by Castlecomer Community School in the Leaving Certificate Examination, student Marianne Kelly has been selected for an Entrance Achievement Award at Trinity College, Dublin on November 30th.... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
CHRISTMAS CONCERT. For twenty years the name of Fr. Liam Lawton has been synonymous with sacred and inspirational music. Fr. Liam’s haunting melodies and lyrical texts have earned him many accolades and praise from numerous quarters. This special Twentieth Tour celebrates the songs and their stories many of whic... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
LEINSTER SENIOR COLLEGES A HURLING LEAGUE. Final Score: Castlecomer CS 4-13 Westmeath 1-7
Castlecomer Community School completed their final game in Senior Colleges A Hurling League with a hard fought victory against Westmeath Schools in Ca... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
MRS. M. FARRELL. Donaguile has lost one of its more senior and respected people with the death of Margaret Farrell (Nee McCarthy) at St. Lukes Hospital, Kilkenny. She went to her eternal reward just as she had lived ever so quietly and peacefully. A wonderful, kind and loving mother she was a deeply religious woman ... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
PEACE IN CHRIST. An Evening of Prayer and Reflection for the Ladies of Castlecomer Parish will be held in Peace in Christ on Tuesday December 6th. from 8 p.m to 10.30 p.m. Bus will leave Community Hall at 7.30 p.m. Contact Maureen Kelly, Anna Mae Mullins or Helen Cummins.... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
NEIGHBOURLY RESCUE. Sunday morning could well have turned into a tragedy but for the intervention of an alert neighbour. Unknown to the occupants a house at Donaguile had caught fire. Luckily for mother and daughter Mary and Catherine O’Neill who were asleep Brendan Phelan, Hillside View was about to take his dog... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
MEA CULPA. In last weeks report on the Nixie Boran 40th Anniversary in Moneenroe a couple of public representatives present were inadvertently ommitted, apologies to Deputy John McGuinness T.D. and Cllr. John Brennan.... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL. The December meeting of the Council will be held in the Parish Centre on Monday December 5th at 8 p.m.... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
DEENSIDE. The popular Deenside will be on sale next weekend at all masses in the Church of the Immaculate Conception.... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
ATHELTICS. The National Cross-Country Championships were held in Sligo on Sunday - while the coverage of this event focussed mainly on the Senior and Junior Mens and Ladies races, with places on Irish teams for the European Championships at stake, our interest in Castlecomer was on the Juvenile Even Ages races... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
LIBRARY LATEST. Exhibitions: Sylvia Parkinson from Gowran is exhibiting a selection paintings, some of scenes of Castlecomer, it continues until December 10th. &... Click for more Added:16/12/2011
CRAFT & TRADE FAIR. Castlecomer Business Association is hosting a Craft & Trade Fair in the Castlecomer Community Hall on Saturday & Sunday. The opening times over the weeken... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Danny Hilton, Maureen Ferris, Mary O’Shea, Owen Salmon, Gerry Kealy, Seamus Hennessy, Bob Murphy. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castlecomer. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
NEW BUSINESS IN TOWN. The best of luck is extended to Eva- Maria’s Hair Studio now open at The Square, Castlecomer (Aka Kings Garage). Official Launch on Saturday from 2 pm to 5.30 pm Lots of treats and freebies. Visit us on facebook for special offers and exclusive membership. Further info on 4440001 or 089-... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
VARIETY CONCERT. Castlecomer Male Voice Choir, Deenside Players (“Last Tango in Itchycoo Park”), Deenside Minstrels and much more feature live on stage on Friday at 8 p.m. in the Community Hall.... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
ONCE A MINER ALWAYS A MINER ! Nicholas “Nixie” Boran 1904-1971, His Life and Times will be celebrated on Friday. To mark the occasion a 40th Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Moneenroe at 7 p.m. followed by a function in Moneenroe Hall. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
JOB SEARCH SUPPORT. Drop-in CV and job-search support will be available in the computer room in the Castlecomer Community Hall on Tuesday mornings for the next 4 weeks between 11am and 1pm.
This will offer:
• Personalised advice and guidance on your CV
• ... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
IN YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY. Last week we celebrated Childrens’ Book Festival with A Wet Felt Workshop, Storytelling and Crafts. !” children took part and learned a new craft. They made vibrant and colourful felt pictures to take home.
On display this week is a selection of exquisite hand made silver jewellery by E... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS - OPEN PUBLIC MEETING Compulsive Eating, Bulimia or Anorexia, Are You Concerned For Yourself or Someone You Know??? Overeaters Anonymous is a 12 step program, we are not a diet club, we are dedicated to helping individuals recover from compulsive eating, bulimia, anorexia, food addiction and obesity. There are no dues or... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
KEY FOR KATHLEEN. Congrats to Kathleen Umar daughter of Catherine Phelan, Love Lane who celebrated her 21st birthday at a function in Shortalls Lounge.... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
BORD NA NOG Erins Own Bord na n-Og continues to go from strength to strength. Now in its sixth year in existence the AGM attracted an encouraging attendance on Thursday night to Aras O’Meallaigh, Ballycomey. This year all underage teams competed in Roinn A what a wonderful compliment to all concerned.
Of... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
SPORT AT CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL. Leinster Senior Colleges A Hurling League 2011/12
Final Score: CCS - 4.17 St. Peters – 1.11
Castlecomer Community School had a succcessful start to their Leinster Senior Colleges A Hurling League campaign by defeating St. Peter’s College, Wexford in Wexford.
St... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
BEREAVED. Sympathy is extended to Jim Bollard on the death of his mother June Bollard in Kilkenny.
MR. F. TYNAN.
The death has taken place in Kilmacow of Fintan Tynan formerly of Marymount.... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
DISTRICT HOSPITAL UPDATE. There has been considerable anxiety in the area as regards the District Hospital particularly in the light of what happened in Abbeyleix. Local Cllrs. Maurice Shortall and John Brennan have made representations to Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government Phil Hogan T.D. This we... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
FEAST OF GOALS. The strong wind at the Prince Grounds on Sunday morning did not lend itself to free flowing football nevertheless Deen Celtic and Urlingford ladies adapted well to the difficult conditions. With the wind in their backs Celtic raced 2-0 ahead courtesy of fine finishes by Ruth Lennon and Gr&aacu... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
PANTO TIME. Pantomime rehearsals have commenced for this years production of “Pinocchio’s Escape from Oz.” The show is a mixture of two great fairy tales and goes on stage in the Community Hall in January. Follow how its shaping up on Deenside Players Facebook Page.... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
WELLIE QUEEN HEATS. The following dates have been finalized in the prestigious Wellie Queen Competition. Friday November 18th Mahon's Bar Clogh.
Friday November 25th Dillons Bar Castlecomer
Saturday November 26th The Vaults Bar Kilkenny Street Castlecome
Saturday November 26th Kavanaghs Bar Clogh
The Wellie R... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
PROVINCIAL GOLD FOR CONOR CLARKE. Castlecomer Athletes returned from the Leinster A Cross Country Championships at Adamstown Co. Wexford on Sunday with the satisfaction of knowing that each had given their utmost effort. This was laced for all with a generous cloak of exhaustion, cocooned for some with joy and, for one, with a modic... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
BASKETBALL. These are good times for the boys and girls teams from Castlecomer Basketball Club.
The U12 boys lead the charge for honours with two big wins. The first of these was a comprehensive 47-20 win over Waterford Vikings in O’Loughlins. This was followed by a no less impressive 31-15 win over old ... Click for more Added:22/11/2011
TO THE COMMUNITY OF CASTLECOMER AND ITS HINTERLAND. Canon Tom and Hazel Sherlock, Castlecomer Rectory.
“On this my last day as Rector of the Castlecomer Union and before we move and settle into retirement at Castlequarter, Kildorrery, Co. Cork. We do not know whether we are coming or going, pots, pans, delph, accumulated gifts, books and clutt... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
SOCCER SNIPPETS. Deen Celtic U-8’s had there first home games of the season on Saturday as they entertained Thomastown Utd. In the first game after a brave performance Celtic eventually went down 5 - 2 with Eoghan Moore & Robert Ring grabbing Celtics goals. This game saw the emergence of Luke Flanagan's go... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
AUTUMN SALE. All roads lead to Wandesforde Hall on Friday November 11th at 7.30 p.m. for the Annual Autumn Sale. Raffle and usual Stalls. Your support would be greatly appreciated.... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
MR. W. WALLACE. The death has taken place in Leytonstone, London of Walter Wallace formerly of Kilkenny Street. In his 92nd year he emigrated to England at the age of seventeen like so many of his era seeking employment. He joined the RAF and travelled the world in that service. On his return to England he worked f... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
MR. D. KAVANAGH. The sudden death of Denis Kavanagh, Clashduff has come as a great shock to his family and many friends in the area. A quiet, kind and reserved man he loved the countryside and the company of his neighbours in Clashduff. His home was his castle and he took great pride in his garden and flowerbeds.&nb... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
COFFEE MORNING ! Country Markets hosts a Coffee Morning in Castlecomer Community Hall on Friday from 9 am to 12 noon in aid of Clogh Church Building Fund. ... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
VOLUNTARY DISCUSSION FORUM. The Community and Voluntary Forum (North East Kilkenny Area) meet on Thursday at 8 p.m. in the Community Hall. Local member Ger Ferris advises that all will be most welcome. ... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
TAKING STOCK. The A.G.M of Erin,s Own Bord na n-Og Castlecomer is on Thursday 10th of
November at 8.30pm in Ballycomey.
Bag Pack
Many thanks to everyone who helped make the recent bag pack such a success.
History was made in Ballycomey on Saturday, when St Patrick's Ballyragget & O'Loughlin's Gaels U-21s ... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Sean Langton, Owen Salmon, Pat O’Connell, Ann Kealy, Nano Brennan, Maureen Coady, Betty Shore, Ann Healy, Michael Ferris, Danny Hilton, Tommy Kealy, Patricia McGuiness, Bob Murphy. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castlecomer. ... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
VARIETY CONCERT. It’s a show not to be missed with an all star line up on Friday November 18th at 8 p.m. in the Community Hall. On stage are Castlecomer Male Voice Choir, Deenside Players, Deenside Minstrels and much more all for €5.... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
TORONTO WELLIE RACE. As the Powley Vale Brigade spread their wings internationally this years Wellie Race in Toronto, Canada was a great success. First male home was Kieran Ryan a Canadian lad of Waterford and Tipperary stock. Runner up was Mitch Lasselin with Jim O’Brien third.
Ladies ; 1st – Treasa McMast... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
POWLEY VALE IN FOCUS. The 1st heat of Wellie Queen Competition was held in Shortalls lounge before a capacity audience. As usual the craic was mighty with Olivia Byrne emerging as the winner and earning the right to go forward to the Grand Final. Adding to the air of festivity were a couple of special appearances D... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
CYCLE FUNDS DISTRIBUTED. The proceeds of the Castlecomer Challenge Cycle organized by Deenside Wheelers were donated to the chosen beneficiaries at a function in Bollards Lounge on Saturday night. M.C. Brendan Downey was delighted to present cheques of €5,100 to both Carlow Kilkenny Home Care Team and Castlecomer Day C... Click for more Added:14/11/2011
“A MAN BEFORE HIS TIME”
Nicholas “Nixie” Boran 1904-1971, His Life and Times will be celebrated on Friday November 18th.To mark the occasion a 40th Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Moneenroe at 7 p.m. followed by a function in Moneenroe Hall. All are welcome.
&ldqu... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
CHURCH OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION. Liam Lawton Concert will be hosted in the Church of the Immaculate Conception on Tuesday 13th December at 8 p.m. Special guests are Castlecomer Male Voice Choir. All proceeds are in aid of Church Renovations. Please reserve this date for what will be a truly memorable evening with one of Ireland&rsq... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
INTERACTIVE ONE DAY WORKSHOP. Kilkenny Leader Partnership in conjunction with Kilkenny Job Club have designed an interactive one day workshop to focus on giving unemployed people some practical tips to improve their chances of gaining employment. During the day topics will include, CV writing, cover letters, job appl... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
LIBRARY LATEST. Eva Holmes of Darver House Nurseries paid Castlecomer Library a visit recently. She gave a demonstration of Autumnal Flower arrangements. We look forward to her Christmas Theme on Tuesday November 29th.
Edel Brennan of Sidegate will host an exhibition of her exquisite handmade jewellery in the Libr... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
JO. KELLY. R.I.P. Clogh Writers extend sympathy to the family and friends of the late Jo. Kelly
Jo was a very valued member of our group for many years.
Below is a lovely prayer written by Jo for our Millennium book The Echo of Familiar Voices
AN EVENING PRAYER
Lord give us back our summer and let us
feel ... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
PANTO TIME. Enrollment for kids chorus for this years Panto takes place on Wednesday 2nd November from 2- 4pm in Castlecomer Community Hall. Contact Sarah Brennan 087 9184510... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
GOLF CLUB CUTTINGS. THE 19TH BAR now open for bar food everyday. Full menu available. Monday to Friday 12pm – 6pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am – 6pm. To pre order lunch contact Eddie 0876315852. Function room available for all parties.
The last event run by the ladies committee is a ... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
MR. M. BRENNAN. The death has taken place at St. Lukes Hospital, Kilkenny of Mick Brennan, Smithstown. Quiet and unassuming he was a man of integrity blessed with the virtues of kindness and concern, he always found time to visit his neighbours in the area. Deeply consciousness he took a great interest in nature. A... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
BEREAVED. Sympathy is extended to Dr. Richard Freyne, Coolbawn on the death of his mother Catherine Freyne in Ballindaggan, Co. Wexford.... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
FIT4LIFE - Special Notice – There will be no Group Session this Wednesday November 2nd - Regular Sessions Recommence on November 9th.... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
ATHLETICS NEWS. The Leinster Cross Country Championships began in Belvedere House Mullingar on Sunday. This course is acknowledged as one which is among the more challenging - mainly by virtue of its varying relief, but also on this occasion the notable variability in underfoot conditions.
Conor Clarke was t... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
DANCING SUCCESS. Congrats to Caoimhe O’Reilly of the Evelyn White School of dancing who won the Slip Jig U-9 Championship at an open Feis in Dunboyne Co. Meath. Caoimhe is a daughter of Alan and Martina O’Reilly, Kiltown.... Click for more Added:09/11/2011
Croagh Patrick Erin's Own will undertake a sponsored climb of Croagh Patrick on the weekend of 19th-20th November. Participants will receive free travel, accommodation in the 4 star Helm and breakfast, upon raising a minimum of €150. A limited number of spaces are available, to book your place on the trip con... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
Bag Pack Erin's Own have orgainsed a bag pack in Tesco Carlow on this Thursday, Friday & Saturday, with three shifts per day. Your help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Tommy Buggy on 087-2226833. Proceeds will finance the second dugout on second pitch. ... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
U-21 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP. Erin's Own and Dicksboro served up a highly competitive game in Freshford on Saturday despite the miserable conditions. The Comer men opened the scoring with a Conor Fogarty free, following a foul on Pierce Dargan. Martin Gaffney levelled matters also from a free, he would go on to score six of his ... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
RURAL WALK / COURSE REPS 4 - 10 hour course starting in Castlecomer Community Hall at 7 p.m. on October 27 ; November 1 ; November 3. (Farm Walk) Please contact Conor Cleere at KLP or David Ashmore on 059 – 9721378 to book places.... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
COUNTRYLIFE CHRISTMAS MARKET DAYS. CountryLife Castlecomer will be holding two Christmas Market Days (Saturday 5th November and Saturday 10th December). If you are interested in setting up a stall or becoming involved in the event, please contact Naomi on 056 4400834.... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
CARD MAKING CLASSES Ever want to make that beautiful card. Now is your chance. Card making classes will commence in Castlecomer Community Hall on Thursday 3rd November from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm. Further enquiries from: Marion 087 6544737... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Seamus Hennessy, Patricia McGuinness, Margaret Kealy, Danny Hilton, Owen Salmon, Michael Ferris, Maureen Ferris, Nora Fisher, Tommy Kealy, Margaret Brennan, Bob Murphy, Tom Gormley. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castlecomer.... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
KEY FOR AIDAN. Congrats to Aidan Moran who celebrated his 21st birthday at a function in Shortalls Lounge on Saturday. Aidan is a son of Billy and Jacki Moran, Chatsworth Street.... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
BIRTHDAY BOYS. Congrats to James Nolan, Maryville on the occasion of his 80th birthday and also to Robbie Craig, Loon who celebrated his 70th birthday at a function in Kavanagh’s, Clogh on Saturday.... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
NONAGENARIAN. Best wishes are extended to former Sacristan of the Church of the Sacred Heart Nan Dowd, Old Road, Moneenroe who celebrated her 90th birthday at the weekend.... Click for more Added:02/11/2011
NATIONAL SEW COOL COMPETITION. The winners of St. Angela’s College national Sew Cool competition were announced at a prize-giving ceremony last Wednesday 5th October in the College Gallery at St. Angela’s College, Sligo. The Sew Cool competition is organised by St. Angela’s College as a way to showcase the... Click for more Added:01/11/2011
CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL NEWS. 1st Year Enrolment – closing date. All completed pre enrolment forms must be returned to the community school by next Wednesday 26th October 2011.
Open Night
There was a fantastic attendance at the annual Open Night held in the Community School on Tuesday 18th October. There were... Click for more Added:01/11/2011
CASTLECOMER CRAFT & TRADE FAIR. Castlecomer Business Association is hosting a Craft & Trade Fair in the Castlecomer Community Hall from Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th November. The opening times over the weekend are from 12:00pm on Saturday morning to 9:00pm Saturday evening and from 10:00am to 5:00pm on Sunday 20... Click for more Added:01/11/2011
QUEEN OF THE POWLEY. The race is on to see who will be crowned Queen of the Powley. Last year witnessed the inaugural running of the competition which proved an outstanding success and winner Noleen Murtagh has had a busy schedule and a full diary during the past twelve months. Publicans who wish to host a heat should c... Click for more Added:01/11/2011
IT COULD BE U. Comer/Erins Own lotto draw every Monday night. Jackpot now 8900e.
Tickets available in all local shops, pubs and local sellers. It could
be you!!... Click for more Added:01/11/2011
DEBUTANTS. The next generation of Deen Celtic took to the soccer field for the first time on Saturday away to Fort Rangers.The game ended in a 2-2 draw with Alan Smyth &
Eoghan Moore the goalscorers. The debutants were Dominic Bolster-Conroy, Shane Buggy, Oran Byrne, Kieran Brennan, Malachy Flaherty, Matt... Click for more Added:01/11/2011
LADIES MAKE HISTORY. Deen Celtic Ladies soccer team have carved out their own special place in the annals of Deenside history with an emphatic 8-1 win away to Gowran Ladies. Having suffered a number of setbacks Jim “Skippy” Sherwood’s charges were good value for a deserved victory, their first ever.&nb... Click for more Added:01/11/2011
FUN FAMILY FUNCTION FOR A FIVER The Coal Miner's Christmas Benefit Show will be held in the Jarrow Café, Discovery Park, Castlecomer, on Friday from 7.30 p.m. to 10 p.m. This is a family-friendly fundraiser filled with festive fun. This upbeat event begins with a wine and cheese reception, is followed by a... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
WANDESFORDE NATIONAL SCHOOL IN WEB FINALS. The Wandesforde school website has reached the finals of the Irish Web Awards 'Best Education and Third Level website' category. This is a huge achievement for a small 3 teacher school with a website built on a wordpress platform. Many thanks goes to Maura McDonnell for designing the web... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS. Are you getting the most from your Digital Camera Linda Nolan Photography is offering a practical training course to help get you up and running with your Digital Camera and computer.
• Learn how to use your Digital Camera
• &nbs... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
BASKETBALL. The U-12 boys are setting the standard in the Kilkenny & South East league following their second big win in as many games. The young Comer lads simply blew Kilkenny Stars away in their first outing on a 58-4 score line and followed it up with another one-sided win, this time over Berkeley 28-4.... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
ACCREDITED TRAINING PROGRAMME. Energy cost, carbon emissions, carbon tax, legislative compliance, carbon footprinting, and increasing consumer demand for low carbon products are just some of the issues driving the carbon and energy agenda in business and industry. Aligned to National and European Qualification frameworks, this is... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
POKER CLASSIC. Shortall’s Bar hosts a Poker Classic on Friday October 21 at 8.30 p.m. Entry fee is €50. All monies raised go to Castlecomer Parish (Church of the Immaculate Conception Renovations Fund)... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
CROAGH PATRICK. Erin's Own will undertake a sponsored climb of Croagh Patrick on the weekend of 19th-20th November. Participants will receive free travel, accommodation in the 4 star Helm and breakfast, upon raising a minimum of €150. Spaces are limited, to book your place on the trip contact 086-0514071. ... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
MS. M. O’SHEA. The sudden death of Molly O’Shea, Woodview, Donaguile and formerly of Barrack Street has come as a great shock to all in the community. She has been part and parcel of what we are on Deenside and thoroughly enjoyed being a member of the SOS Community. She will be fondly remembered for her quie... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
MRS. H. BYRNE. The death has taken place at St. Lukes Hospital, Kilkenny of Helen Byrne (Nee White), Kilkenny Road. A woman whose voice was never heard in a raised tone she went to her eternal reward just as she lived in life ever so quietly and peacefully in the company of those nearest and dearest to her. She wa... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
COUNTRYLIFE CHRISTMAS MARKET DAYS. CountryLife Castlecomer will be holding two Christmas Market Days (Saturday 5th November and Saturday 10th December). If you are interested in setting up a stall or becoming involved in the event, please contact Naomi on 056 4400834.... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
SOCCER SNIPPETS. Deen Celtic A continue to find the going tough in the Premier League, the Celts were no match for Evergreen A going down 6-0. Meanwhile Jimmy Daly celebrated his return to competitive soccer when he netted a hat trick for Deen Celtic B who shared the points with St. Annes in a 3-3 draw. Celtic Ladie... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
CHURCH OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION. Liam Lawton Concert will be hosted in the Church of the Immaculate Conception on Tuesday 13th December at 8 p.m. Special guests are Castlecomer Male Voice Choir. All proceeds are in aid of Church Renovations. Please reserve this date for what will be a truly memorable evening with one of Ireland&rsq... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
DIARY DATES. The following date have been confirmed in the Parish.
Sacrament of Confirmation – Saturday April 21st 2012 at 11 a.m.
Celebration of First Eucharist – Sunday May 13th 2012 at 11.30 a.m.... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
LIBRARY LATEST. Parents and Pre school children can avail of our free Storytelling and Craft Workshop every Thursday at 11.30.
Currently on show is a beautiful selection of Handmade Quilts by Enid Abbott, it continues until October 22nd.
A Wet Felting Workshop will be held in the Library on Thursday 3... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL. Savour Kilkenny Food Festival Young Food Producers` Markets
At Castlecomer Discovery Park the Transition Year Students from Castlecomer Community School are holding a young food producers` market. This will take place on Friday 28th and Saturday 29th October from 10.00am – 1.00pm. Available o... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
RURAL WALK / COURSE. REPS 4 - 10 hour course starting in Castlecomer Community Hall October 25 at 7 p.m. Also October 27 ; November 1 ; November 3. (Farm Walk) Please contact Conor Cleere at KLP or David Ashmore on 059 – 9721378 to book places.... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Seamus Hennessy, Mary O’Shea, Catherine Brennan, Pat O’Connell, Joe O’Shea, Seamus Hennessy, Enid Abbott, Pat O’Connell, Seamus Hennessy. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castlecomer. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
SOCCER STAR OF THE FUTURE. Young Sean Maguire, Clogh is doing very well for himself in the First Division of the Eircom League. The former Deen Celtic Schoolboy was on target for Waterford United in a recent 2-0 away win by the Blues over Wexford Youths.... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
GREAT PERFORMANCS AT DYSART. Castlecomer Athletic Club hosted the second leg of the Kilkenny A Cross Country Championships on Sunday. This year the races were on a flatter course than has been the
norm in recent years - located on Joe O'Shea's farm at Dysart, the runners produced some great performances and races. Possibly the... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
BOXING STAR. A local girl is fast becoming a star on the international boxing circuit. Lauragh O’Neill has been boxing for more than a decade thanks largely to her then three year old brother receiving a punch bag for Christmas. When she first joined the boxing club in Paulstown she was the only woman and ... Click for more Added:26/10/2011
HALLOWEEN FAMILY FUN AT CASTLECOMER DISCOVERY PARK. Ghost Train
(Friday 28th to Monday 31st October)
Take the train ride to the woodlands and take a walk in the darkness of night, watching out for hidden ‘surprises’. Cost: €10 per person.Tours will take place from 7pm
(and run every 20 mins).Pre-booking is essential.
Bouncy Castl... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL NEWS. Open Night at the Community School. An Open Night for Parents of incoming 1st Year students will be held on Tuesday 18th October at 6p.m. Guided tours of the excellent educational facilities will take place from 6p.m. There will be a meeting for parents at 7.30p.m. followed by refr... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
PILATES. Interested in a new challenge. A Beginners Pilates Course comtinues in the Community Hall every Monday night from 8-9 pm. To sign up for this relaxing yet strengthening form of exercise contact Joe at 087- 2877912. To ensure the best benefits and results classes are limited to no more than ten... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
PILATES. Interested in a new challenge. A Beginners Pilates Course comtinues in the Community Hall every Monday night from 8-9 pm. To sign up for this relaxing yet strengthening form of exercise contact Joe at 087- 2877912. To ensure the best benefits and results classes are limited to no more than ten... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
KEEP FIT CLASSES. A walkers fit for life program continues every Friday morning at 10 am in Castlecomer Discovery Park costing just €2. The walking program is for men and women with all levels of fitness. Strollers are welcome. This program is ideal for parents who want to exercise outside of school ... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
COME TO THE CEILI Back by popular demand to Moneenroe Hall is the Anally Ceili Band on Friday October 21. Dancing 9-1 am. Tea and refreshments served. The event is dubbed the John Ryan Set Dancing Ceili and all are welcome.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
OUTDOOR GYM. The latest addition to the splendid facilities at Moneenroe Hall is a fabulous outdoor gym which is open every day of the week. Further information on moneenroegym on facebook.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
BADMINTON IS BACK ! Badminton is now back in full swing in Moneenroe Hall on Mondays and Fridays from 9 p.m. Further information from Club Secretary Pat O’Dowd on 087- 2460107.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
CHARITY FASHION SHOW. A Night of Fashion will be held at Castlecomer Discovery Park on Friday at 8pm. It will showcase the very best of Fashion & Accessories from Lilian’s & Anita’s Discover Fashion Boutique. All proceeds on the night are in aid of Castlecomer Day Care Centre with Donations to CDP Ani... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
LIBRARY LATEST. The Toddler Storytime and Crafts Session which takes place every Thursday morning is one of the Library’s most popular activities. Children as young as two years, love to listen to a good story, and enjoy messing about with glue and paper even better! This is a free event, and all are welcome ... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
ONE ACT PLAYS LIVE IN THE VAULTS. Deenside Players Pantomime Group, will present two one act plays in the Vaults Lounge, Castlecomer for two nights only on Thurs 13th Sept and Fri 14th Sept at 8:30pm nightly.
Tickets cost €6 and are available on the door.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Kit Farrell, Nano Brennan, Margaret Brennan, Joe O’Shea, Leslie Hunter, Pat O’Connell, Nora Fisher, Maureen Ferris, Tommy Kealy, Christy Maher, Danny Hilton, Michael Ferris. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castleco... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
MEDUGORJE PRAYER GROUP. The monthly mass of peace and rosary is on Monday October 17 at 7.30 pm in the Oratory, Castlecomer Community School. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
LOG ON AND LEARN. Free computer classes, taught by Transition Year Students to adults who want to learn or improve their computer skills e.g. Microsoft Office ; Excel ; Internet and Email Usage ; Skype etc. The programme will run in Castlecomer Community School on Thursdays from 11.20 am to 12..20 pm All are welcome.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
KEEP IN TOUCH. Parish Relay radio sets are available in Hennessy’s, Kilkenny Street.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
BEREAVED. Sympathy is extended to Frances Dargan, Ballycomey on the death of her father William Fitzgerald in Ballingarry Co. Tipperary.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
ACTION BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER. A Table Quiz in aid of Action Breast Cancer (ABC) will take in Bollard’s Pub on Friday 14th October at 9.30. All funds raised on the night will go directly to the Irish Cancer Society. Teams of 4 will cost just €20 per table and there will be a raffle on the night. Everyone attending is e... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
OUTING TO BUNCLODY. Bollards Golf Society outing to Bunclody, Co. Wexford is on Saturday. That same night there is a super draw in Bollards with lots of prizes and live music. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
SOCCER SNIPPETS. A below par Deen Celtic A bowed out of the Maher Shield losing 2-1 to Newpark at the Prince Grounds on Sunday morning. The constant rain did not lend itself to flowing football as Celtic found themselves 1-0 down at the break. Towering defended Tom Dowling struck an equalizer only for the visitors t... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
GAELIC4MOTHERS. Erin’s Own Gaelic4Mothers are having a tremendous finish to the end of their season. On Sunday, 25th September they played Tir na Nóg from Co. Antrim at half time in the Ladies All Ireland Senior Football Final in Croke Park. The ladies did themselves, and the large number o... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
CASTLECOMER WELCOMES CYCLING LEGEND SEAN KELLY. Deenside Wheelers are delighted to announce that the third annual Castlecomer Challenge will be held on Sunday 16th October 2011. We are also delighted to welcome Sean Kelly – one of the greatest cyclists of all time-to our event. Even though this is the third year for this event, it will be t... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
MS. K. FOREMAN. For the second time in as many weeks the town is mourning the death of a young person. At a mere 31 years of age Katie Foreman late of Marymount went to her eternal reward at Marble Crest, Kilkenny. The care and concern Katie showed for the youth of the town will forever remain her epitaph. A ... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
MS. JO KELLY. Kilkenny Street has lost one of its more senior and respected people with the death of Jo Kelly at Archersrath Nursing Home. The matron of Archersrath Anna Maher and staff were so kind to Jo during her time there ensuring her happiness to the very end. She devoted her entire working life... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
MR. F. SHORTALL. The tragic death of Francis Shortall, Hillside View has come as a tremendous shock to all in the community. At just a mere 36 years of age he had so much to live for sadly he went to his eternal reward long before his time. His passing leaves a plethora of questions but unfortunately no answer... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
MS. A. KENNEDY. The death has taken place of Alice Kennedy, Skehana Bridge. A great and caring neighbour her softly spoken manner endeared her to all. She will be fondly remembered in the community for her kindness and generosity. Predeceased by her brother Mick some 10 years ago after which Alice made ... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
MR. M. KELLY. The death has taken place at the District Hospital of Martin Kelly, Kilkenny Road. Martin Kelly was born in 1949 to Martin and Mary Kelly, Old Road, Moneenroe. Even then he made the headlines as he weighed 15 lbs. After leaving school he like so many took up employment in the Mines and from th... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT. To assist people do more business in the town, the Castlecomer Business Association is setting up a monthly networking hour for local business people to get to know each other. Contacts are very important these days and informal networking events can open doors to new businesses and contacts. Anybod... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
PALS YOUTH CLUB. Rehearsals for the Mini Tops competition every Friday from 7-9 in Deen Celtic Soccer Clubhouse for children age 4-11. Competition will take place in December. For more info call Mary on 0879027816 (after 6pm)... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
LADIES SOCCER Deen Celtic are in the process of starting up a Ladies Soccer Team. Are you interested in some fitness and fun, if the answer is yes contact Jim Sherwood on 087 – 2075137 for the details.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
WHISTING THE NIGHT AWAY. Big winners in the weekly whist were Gerry Kealy, Kit Farrell, Margaret Kealy, Michael Ferris, Joe O’Shea, Leslie Hunter, Sean Langton, Danny Hilton, Catherine Brennan, John Harrison, Joe O’Shea, Maureen Ferris. Whist continues every Friday at 8.30 pm in the Community Hall, Castlecomer. ... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
FETAC COURSES. Next Friday is the final date for enrolling on the FETAC Level 5 Childcare and Business Courses. This is the last year that modules can be added for full certification. Phone 056 4441447.
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CASTLECOMER COMMUNITY SCHOOL NEWS. Open Night at the Community School. An Open Night for Parents of incoming 1st Year students will be held on Tuesday 18th October at 6p.m. Guided tours of the excellent educational facilities will take place from 6p.m. There will be a meeting for parents at 7.30p.m. followed by refr... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
PILATES. Interested in a new challenge. A Beginners Pilates Course comtinues in the Community Hall every Monday night from 8-9 pm. To sign up for this relaxing yet strengthening form of exercise contact Joe at 087- 2877912. To ensure the best benefits and results classes are limited to no more than ten... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
TRANSITION YEAR TRIP TO DELPHI. 67 students from Castlecomer Community School travelled to Delphi Adventure Centre to begin their Transition Year Programme. This was a great opportunity for students to get to know their classmates while developing their team working and communication skills. Students experienced many differe... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
LIBRARY LATEST. The Christmas Shoebox Appeal is coming up soon, please seek out and fill those shoeboxes, and drop them into the Library.
The Afternoon Book Club meets today (Wednesday) at 2.30 in the Library, all are welcome!
An Exhibition of Paintings by Fergal O’ Heidin from Wolfhill is urrently on displ... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
KEEP FIT CLASSES. A walkers fit for life program continues every Friday morning at 10 am in Castlecomer Discovery Park costing just €2. The walking program is for men and women with all levels of fitness. Strollers are welcome. This program is ideal for parents who want to exercise outside of school ... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
COME TO THE CEILI Back by popular demand to Moneenroe Hall is the Anally Ceili Band on Friday October 21. Dancing 9-1 am. Tea and refreshments served. The event is dubbed the John Ryan Set Dancing Ceili and all are welcome.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY. Congrats to Michael and Rose Holden, Love Lane who celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary at a function in the Golf Club.... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
RETURN OF THE DEENSIDE MINSTRELS ! The “Set” venue on John Street, Kilkenny witnessed the return to stage on Sunday night of the renowned Deenside Minstrels. It was the “Good Old Days” live featuring Dixieland. Hats off to Jimmy Byrne, Johnny O’Rourke, Kevin O’Shea, Tom O’Shea, Pat Byrn... Click for more Added:18/10/2011
PREMIER DEISCE CYCLE. Ihcpt are hosting a 50k/100k cycle in Carrick on Suir next Sun starting at Carrick Swan GAA club at 9am, this is to help finance our next trip to Lourdes next Easter for young people with special needs. 50k is flat while 100k is a little more challenging, cyclists of all abilities needed. See more o... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
START " Hoolie in the Hills". Have a great night out with a difference at a 'Hoolie in the Hills' BBQ with live band (Zoot Allures) and full bar in marquee, followed by DJ till late. Where? Tullaroan sports field on Saturday night 17th Sept. Tickets available from 086 9582693. In aid of Tullaroa... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
UNDERAGE ACTIVITY. Erin's Own brought 23 young hurlers to Coon on Thursday evening. As St Martins had similar numbers each club fielded two teams so everyone played a full 40 minutes of hurling. Both games were very competitive with Erins Own winning the first game by a point with excellent play by James and John Kenn... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
CONGRATULATIONS. Congrats to Martin & Conor Fogarty on their part in Kilkenny's marvelous win over Tipperary in the Senior All Ireland final on Sunday.... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
PILATES Autumn term Pilates classes starting in Core Clinic, Clontubrid, Freshford over next few weeks. Classes for Men, Women, Teenagers, Osteoporosis sufferers, Pre and Post Natal, and Transition Year Core Training. Please phone 0866611163 to book. All instructors are Chartered Physiotherapists so classes... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
ENROLLING Castlecomer Creche & Montessori, Oakhill are currently enrolling for free Montessori Places under the ECCE Scheme (September 2011 to June 2012). To avail of this scheme children must be born between 2-2-07 and 30-6-08. For more information call Noreen or Catherine on 4440830.... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
GOLF CLASSIC. Castlecomer Golf Club hold a fundraising 3 person Classic on Friday 16th & Saturday 17th September. Cost is €50. Lots of prizes including Senior over 60 ; All Ladies Team. Non G.U.I. teams welcome. For timesheet please contact 056-4441139. ... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
CLINIC. FEMALE HEALTH CLINIC on Thursday 15th September, Glosna House Holistic Centre, Athy, treating all aspects of Female Health such as PMT, period pain & irregularity, pregnancy related conditions, fertility issues, menopause, insomnia, migraines, post natal depression, acne etc. This low-cost clini... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
CASTLECOMER COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION. There are two courses being offered for Academic Year 2011/2012
Fetac Level 5 Childcare with Special Needs
Fetac Level 5 Business with Computers and Marketing.
On completion of these courses students can progress to further education or into employment in a Childcare Facility or an of... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
MR. T. MCDONALD. The death has occurred in London of Tom McDonald formerly of Donaguile Cottages, Castlecomer. He married the late Betty Nolan, Knocknadogue and like so many of his generation emigrated to London where they reared a family of five, three daughters and two sons. Internment will take place in London. T... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
COMPUTER NIGHT CLASSES WITH INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED CERTIFICATION. ECDL computer night classes will begin again in Castlecomer Community School in September. Classes will be laid on for those wishing to pursue the core ECDL which covers seven modules including Word Processing, Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Internet and Email. Those who successfully complete the c... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
PREMIER SOCCER. A depleted Deen Celtic A short a number of regulars went down 5-0 to Evergreen A in the Premier Clash at the Prince Grounds on Wednesday evening. On an immaculate surface it was heartening to see a youthful home side give as good as they got for over an hour. The visitors netted midway through the o... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
MRS. CATHERINE DOWLING. Once again the brevity of life is all too apparent with the death of Catherine Dowling (Nee Connery), Croghtenclogh, Bilboa and late of Donaguile, Castlecomer. She went to her eternal reward at Waterford Regional Hospital having battled illness with great fortitude and dignity for almost two y... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL FOR THE MINERS. “Work in Progress” is how National Coalminers Group Vice-Chairman Seamus Walsh and his colleague Peter Kealy have described the current situation regarding applications for compensation for former miners to the Department of Social Protection. Seamus Walsh has been the catalyst locally i... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
CABARET TIME. The Friends of Castlecomer District Hospital hold a Cabaret in Brennan Cloneys, New Road, Moneenroe on Saturday September 24. Your support would be greatly appreciated.... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
LUCKY SISTERS. The local Lourdes Invalid Committee would like to say a big thank you to all who supported the draw. Congrats to Sarah and Katie Brennan who won the All Ireland Tickets and the accommodation kindly provided by Joe and Julie Comerford at the Academy Hotel.... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
G4 MOTHERS BLITZ. Erins Own Gaelic4 Mothers Blitz has been rescheduled for Saturday September 10 from 1 pm in Ballycomey. All are welcome.... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
PARISH MISSION. (A time to renew our faith in Jesus Christ).
Parish Mission Saturday 24th September to Saturday October 1st. The Mission will be conducted by the Redemptorist Fathers.... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK. The Padre Pio Pilgrimage to Knock is on Sunday September 18. Fare Adults €15. Children €10. Names and subscriptions to Teresa Hetherington on 087- 2928961 ; Maureen Kelly 4441663 ; James Dormer 4441029. Bus leaves at 8am sharp from the Square.... Click for more Added:12/09/2011
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