Latest Laois News: Around Portarlington Way
Your latest news from Emo, Killenard and Portarlington
SCHOOL LOTTO
The Presentation Primary School Portarlington would like to let you know about their new weekly Fundraiser Lotto. Money raised goes directly to support the children’s education & to purchase resources for the school, including Sports equipment, IT equipment, Classroom & teaching resources. Weekly option of €2.50 for 1 line, €4 for 2 lines & €5 for 3 lines. Match 4 wins Jackpot. For more information check out the School facebook page or contact the school at 0578623007 for more information.
LAOIS AFRICA DAY
This group are proud to once again to be bringing you the Laois Africa Day 2023. Only thing is this year is going to be way better than the other year’s, as we are expecting more countries. That means more food, more culture, more music and more happy faces. See you on Saturday June 3 at the Portlaoise Leisure Centre from 12pm to 5pm.
SCRAP SATURDAY
Portarlington RFC U14 & U16 youths are holding a Metal collection fundraiser on Saturday May 20, from 11am- 3pm at Solas Eco Garden Centre Portarlington. Drop off, or if you want collectionof large items contact 0863475357.
WOMENS SHED
The very enjoyable Women’s Shed takes place at the Portarlington Community Centre every Thursday from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Plenty of activities & outings. New members always welcome.
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to Mary & Johnny Maher and family Ballymorris on the death of Mary’s brother Paddy Lee, Mountmellick, who passed away on Saturday May 6th. Paddy was predeceased by his parents Thomas & Ellen, son Joseph, grandsons Jack & Callum. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Mary (nee Delaney), sons, daughters, his much loved 18 grandchildren, brothers, sisters, extended family, neighbours & friends. Funeral took place on Monday May 8. May Paddy rest in Peace.
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to the family & friends of Josie Lynam, Le Bergerie, Crowe Lane, Portarlington & Marian Place, Tullamore, who passed away on Sunday May 7. Josie was predeceased by her parents Ned & Maureen. She will be sadly missed by her brothers Colm, Eamon & Ollie, sisters Ann, Phyllis & Maura, extended family & her friends & carers at Le Bergerie. Funeral took place on Wednesday May 10. May Josie’s gentle soul rest in Peace.
SYMPATHY
Deepest Sympathy to Brian & Sheila Brereton & family on the death of Brian’s brother John Joe Brereton, Bracknagh Co. Offaly who passed away on Saturday May 6. John Joe was predeceased by his wife Marcella, partner Pat & sister Teresa. He will be sadly missed by his sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours & friends. Funeral took place on Monday May 8. May John Joe rest in Peace.
CEMETERY MASSES
The following are the dates for Cemetery Masses for the Parish. Killenard-Friday July 7 at 7.30pm. St Michael’s Cemetery-Friday July 14 at 7.30pm. Emo New Cemetery-Friday July 28 at 7.30pm. Emo old Cemetery-Saturday August 12 at 7.30pm.
O’DEMPSEY’S
Cúl Camps are back at O’Dempsey’s from July 31 to August 4. Places must be booked online at – www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie
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.
DINNER DANCE
Portarlington Dinner Dance 2023 takes place at the Heritage Hotel Killenard on Sunday June 4. Doors open at 6.30pm for dinner. Music from 6pm to 7.30pm with Aidan Doyle. Medal presentation & guest speaker. Live band performance by the Seducers, with DJ till late. Tickets €45 and can be purchased from any Committee member. MC on the night Jack Nolan.
Get the glad rags on and show your support for the SENIOR CHAMPIONS on what promises to be a great night of music and entertainment.
GRACEFIELD LOTTO–Lotto results for May 8. Numbers drawn were 1-20-14-3. No winner of Jackpot. €50 each to Karen Hyland, David Murphy, Michelle Hyland, Brian Guinan & Charlotte Brereton. Promoter’s prize-Barry Murphy. Next week’s Jackpot-€3,600.