Latest Laois News: Around Portarlington Way
All your latest news from Emo, Killenard & Portarlington
WELL DONE PORT
Operation Transformation rolled into Port recently to record for their program which was televised on Wednesday February 8. The Star of the ad break challenge was Terry Lawlor who is known far and wide for his dedication to the town of Port & to Port & Laois GAA.
Well done to Terry & to all who came out on the night to support him. Proud night for the Town.
LIONS CLUB APPEAL
Do some good with your unwanted Christmas gifts by regifting them to Portarlington Lions Club. Hand lotions, aftershaves, scarves, gloves, slippers, sweets, puzzles or small toys are only an example.
Your donated unused and unopened gifts will be used in hampers we’ll raffle over the coming months to raise much needed funds to use helping others. Portarlington Lions Club receives NO funds from anyone, only what we collect in our town, and 100% of funds raised goes back into our community! The collection point for new unused gifts is in Whelan’s Electrical Main St, and your generosity will be greatly appreciated!
TRACTOR RUN
Portarlington Lions Club Tractor Run supporting our Community takes place on Sunday March 5. Registration from 10.30am at the Railway Station car-park for 12 noon departure. Complimentary refreshments and Auction immediately afterwards in the Railway Bar. Prizes for Best Modern Tractor and Best pre-1980’s Tractor. Contact : Gerry @ 086 3584611 or Brendan @ 086 4415219. Only qualified drivers to take part. Route- Station Road – Main Street – Mountmellick Road. Right at Golf Links – Left at Garryhinch Cross – Left at Commons – Left at Kennels Cross – Right at Blackhall Bridge. YOUR SUPPORT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.
BINGO
Portarlington Social Services senior citizens Bingo has returned every Wednesday at 8.30pm in the Social Services centre, Link Road. Come along for a few games of bingo and a cuppa & a chat.
GROW
Meet every Thursday from 2.15pm-4pm at the Portarlington Social Services, Link Road.
Any person over 18 years of age is welcome to attend. If you require any further information in relation to this meeting, please contact: Assumpta on 086 8114135 or e-mail assumptalyons@grow.ie. All welcome to call for a chat & a cuppa.
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to the family of George Larke, Killenure, Ballybrittas who passed away on Monday January 30. George was predeceased by his brother Gilbert & sister Rev. Shirley Kingston. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Sylvia, sons George & Aidan, daughters Elaine & Velma, his 10 grandchildren, extended family, neighbours & friends. Funeral took place on Thursday February 2. May George rest in Peace.
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to the family of Liam (William) Ramsbottom, Killimy, Emo who passed away on Wednesday February 1. Liam was predeceased by his parents William & Catherine, sisters Anne & Bridie & granddaughter Tara. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Ann, son Declan, daughters Karen, Anita, Breda, Elaine, Siobhan & Sandra, his 13 grandchildren & 3 great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours & friends. Funeral took place on Friday February 3. May Liam rest in Peace.
PORT GAA NEWS
LOTTO-Laois Clubs combined Lotto draw takes place as usual, every Tuesday night. Next week’s Jackpot is €5,600. Tickets can be bought from club members or online via www.play.clubforce.com.
BINGO
Bingo at Port GAA Centre every Tuesday night at 8pm. Over €3,000 in prize money to be won. Free parking and wheelchair accessible.
GRACEFIELD GAA
Lotto results for February 7. Numbers drawn were 19-3-23-15. No Jackpot winner. €50 each to Ronan Walsh, Madeline Brady, Malcom Nealon, Stephen Slattery & Patsy Weldon. Promoters prize-Helen Hanlon. Next week’s Jackpot-€5,800.