Congratulations and best wishes to Enda Flaherty, Waterdale, and Sinéad Hynes, Moycullen who got married on the 10th December last. I’m sure the children in 5th class in Claregalway NS will behave in your absence Enda! Have a wonderful time. Congratulations are extended to Richard Kearney (JPK) and Sinead O’Brien who recently became engaged. Congratulations… Read more »
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The Claregalway—Parish History 750 years book was officially launched by Gearóid Ó Tuathaigh, Professor of History at NUI, Galway in Kynes Tavern on Friday, November 19th. It was a celebratory occasion for those who helped with the publication and a great night for the parish. People were eager to view this long awaited book. There was… Read more »
Congratulations to Gerry Rohan, Lakeview, who ran in the Dublin City Marathon on Bank Holiday Monday in aid of Shay Kinsella’s Share a Dream Foundation, who make dreams come true for children with life threatening illnesses. Gerry raised £600 and would like to take this opportunity to thank all the people who contributed so generously. Mary… Read more »
It never ceases to amaze and humble me, the generosity of people, especially in our own parish. I have been leaving out the honey pots in the now familiar yellow boxes for the past three years to various stores throughout the parish. At £1 per pot, all 1 oz or 28g of it, you surely… Read more »
During its period in office the Committee secured a grant from Social Welfare of £24,700. To date 90 Aid Alert Units have been bought, most are installed. The feedback to the Committee from recipients and their relatives has been very positive. The aid-alert units offers a greater security to the elderly, especially those whose who… Read more »
The steering committee set up, at a public meeting held on 27th September last, to organise the setting up of a Community Council has concluded that the Council would comprise of people willing to allow their names to go forward for election at a public meeting. The objective is to create a council that best… Read more »
Congratulations and best wishes to the new Naíonra which opened on the 6th September in Claregalway GAA Centre. The Naíonra is called Clúidín na mBabaí (Children’s Den or Haven), and will be run by Síle Conneely who is a fluent Irish speaker. The new Naíonra is in a central location adjacent to the Claregalway Leisure… Read more »
All things considered, this summer hasn’t been a bad one weather-wise, and it was almost a foregone conclusion that Sunday August 22nd—the day of the ninth Annual Claregalway Agricultural Show would be fine. However, no matter how organised a show can be, the weather is always unpredictable until the day arrives. The morning wasn’t bad,… Read more »
The Annual Summer Camp took place in the Claregalway Leisure Centre (Monday 12th–Friday 16th July). A total of over a hundred local children enjoyed five days of fun and games, which included highlights such as Amphicats on the River, Water games in the pitch, Drama & Video Making, in the GAA Rooms, all sorts of… Read more »
At long last, we have finally compiled a book on the parish history of Claregalway. It is a substantial book, which includes over 100 photographs. It covers about 750 years of history and culture, beginning around the year 1250 with the foundation of the Franciscan Friary. It has chapters on agriculture, the Clare River, the… Read more »
The members are back to work again after the summer. Our September meetings will be held on Tuesday 14th and 28th. Our annual display and cake sale will be held on October 10th. We look forward to your generous support. We are deeply grateful for your support to our Church gate collection which was held… Read more »
Welcome to Barbara, Owen and their three sons to Cregboy, Claregalway. Congratulations to Caroline Roche, Knockdoemore and Gerry Cummins, Bawnmore, on their recent engagement. 21st birthday greetings to Barry Donovan, Cahergowan on 10th September. Hope you have a wonderful celebration, Barry. Deepest sympathy to the Kenny Family, Carnmore on the sudden death of Paul, and… Read more »
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Beautiful photo taken this evening by Marie Dempsey at 7pm while saying the Rosary at the Grotto in Claregalway Church.
