Around Portarlington Way
Your latest news from Emo, Killenard and Portarlington
WELL DONE
A big well done to the St Patrick’s parade committee. Wonderful day with so many groups in the town walking in the parade. So many people turning out to watch. Looking forward to next years.
EASTER CAMP
Easter camp for both boys and girls takes place at Scoil Phádraig, Portarlington.
This is a private run camp ran by teachers at the school, but is not affiliated with Scoil Phádraig. Registration evening April 3 at Scoil Phadraig, from 7pm to 8pm.
CLEAN UP LAOIS
Clean Up Laois Week makes its annual return at the end of the month, with the anti-litter initiative set to run from Monday, March 31, to Friday, April 4. Laois County Council, in partnership with Bord na Mona Recycling, are asking local communities to “spring into action” to join the fight against litter again this Spring. Registration forms are available on the Council’s website, or by emailing or phoning the Environment Section at cleanupweek@laoiscoco.ie or 057 86 89315.
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to the family of John (Johnny) Maher, Ballymorris who passed away suddenly on Thursday March. Johnny was predeceased by his mother Moll, brother Ritchie & his baby daughter June. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Mary, son John, daughters Ellen (Coleman) & Linda (Browne), grandchildren, great grandchildren, extended family, neighbours & friends. Funeral took place on Tuesday March 18. May Johnny rest in Peace .
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to the family of Mary McGrath (nee Kenny), Walsh Island & formerly Kildare town who passed away on Friday March 14th surrounded by her loving family. Mary will be sadly missed by her loving husband James, daughters Rose, Jennifer & Christina, son James, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, extended family, neighbours & friends. Funeral took place on Thursday March 20. May Mary rest in Peace.
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to the family of James Percy Chadwick, Cushina & formerly Co. Tipperary who passed away at Oakdale Nursing Home on Tuesday March 18. Percy will be sadly missed by his loving wife Olive, sons John, Glen, Trevor & Lionel, daughters Miriam & Ruth, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, extended family, neighbours & friends. Funeral tok place o Thursday March 20. May Percy rest in Peace.
O’DEMPSEY’S GFC NEWS
Lotto results for March 18. Numbers drawn: 1-4-15-30. No Jackpot Winner. Match 3 winners-Michelle & Mark Fitzpatrick & Vanessa Lennon. Promoter-Paul Melia. Next Draw: Tuesday March 25 with a Jackpot of €5,100. Thanks for your on-going support.
WELL DONE-A very productive morning was held at the Old Pound last week, which saw the replacement hedging being planted along the lane at O’Dempsey’s.
Big thanks to those who generously gave up their time to help out. It iwas greatly appreciated by all at the Club.
GRACEFIELD GAA-Lotto results for March 18. Numbers drawn were 23-14-2-12. No Jackpot winner. €50 each to Bethany Cooper, D Kelly, Mary Keogh, Ryan, Jack, Rosie & Bobby & Carmel Orford. Promoter- Liam Corcoran. Next Jackpot €3,800.
The Hawthorn Festival takes place on Saturday May 17 at the Gracefield GAA Pitch. R32 VX50. Great line up of Music & activities. You don’t want to miss this event, start your Summer in style. Get your tickets now!
