Annual Parish Party

There was a great turnout on Sunday at Tir na nÓg, Cranny for the Annual Party. Everything went to perfection; weather, dinner, entertainment etc! well-done to the hard working team. A credit indeed to all involved. The attendance was made up of locals as well as people from the nearby parishes. Very Rev. Fr. Hogan paid tribute to the organisers and welcomed the people present on the day.

Birthday Greetings

Congratulations to Mrs Mary Madigan of Derryguiha who celebrated her 70^th Birthday on Saturday night at the Armada Hotel, Spanish Point. Mary and Anthony were accompanied by their family for dinner and refreshments. A well-deserved celebration for a wonderful neighbour and family person.

Golfer of the Year

Congratulations to Bernard O'Halloran of Kilmurry McMahon who received the award of being Golfer of the Year 2011. Bernie is a member of the Spanish Point Golf Club. Bernie is a keen golfer and has made quite a name for himself in recent years.

Death - Tom Kennedy

The entire community was shocked and saddened last weekend on learning of the unexpected passing of Tom Kennedy of Moyralla. Tom was a great character, he had many old sayings and recalled many dates and events from the past while in conversation with many. He had a great

interest in politics and always argued his beliefs if necessary. His equals will not be replaced; his generation grew up with many customs such as going in the cuaird and tracing. Tom was a good worker; he worked overseas, worked on the land, worked locally in construction etc. He will be greatly missed by his wife Nancy (nee O'Neill) his sons Declan and Brendan and his daughter Catherine. ‘The Bed of Heaven' to him.

Bon Voyage

Bon Voyage to David O'Connell, John Keogh and Evelyn Cullinan who are about to board their flight for sunny Australia.

Back Safely

Linda McMahon has touched down safely in Sydney. She is quickly adjusting to her new environs.

Birthday Greetings

Congratulations to David Foley of Lissenair who has just turned 21 years old.

Just 30.

Congratulations to Patrick Morrissey who celebrated his 30^th Birthday on Saturday night by a large gathering of family and friends.

Athletics

Congratulations to Martin Fitzpatrick of Tullycrine who has added another gold medal to his collection. Niamh Markham captured silver in the provincial championship competition on Sunday.

Be Alert.

Break-ins are on the increase and goods are being taken from sheds etc!.  Diesel is a major target. The thugs who are carrying out this need to be caught. It is impossible for the Gardai to cover all rural areas. Community co-operation is vital. Be ready for the worst and have your licenced firearm at hand. If you don't have a firearm have a vicious dog and if you don't have a licenced dog have a pick handle.

Pay Up.

The house property tax and septic tank charge is now due. The revenue is necessary to have the crowded Dail of TD's get their salary and expenses. To have ministers and retired ministers get their salaries and pensions. To have the Prime Minister (Taoiseach) and retired same get their income. To have the senators get their income;  to have councillors and urban councillors have their income  ..... etc! etc! etc! what a country .... One TD per county should be sufficient. Why not abolish the Senate. After all Ireland is being run by the European Parliament.

Thought for the Week

Time is short, and the world is passing away. Do not get too possessed with materialistic value and greed. Now is the time for preparation for the next world. Return to the Sacraments; avoid adultery, avail of the all the Sacraments especially marriage, confession and weekly mass. Do not let satan take control of your life.