Sliabh Sneacht Challenge

The Annual Sliabh Sneacht Challenge bike race and Hill climb for the Eamonn Noone Memorial Perpetual Trophy at the North Pole bar takes place this Sunday May 4 at 2pm. Leisure cyclists, walkers or hill climbers are very welcome to come along on the day. For more information call 9363844

The Job Club Centre

The Job Club Centre, Inishowen Partnership, are starting a NEW programme in Carndonagh and Buncrana.  We welcome all those who are currently looking for a job to contact us.  We can provide you with the services and support you will need in order to help you secure the right job.  For an information leaflet or for more details please call Aisling/Noreen on (074) 9361376.  Be sure to book your place early to avoid disappointment.

Alzheimer’s tea day

Alzheimer’s National Tea/Coffee Morning takes place in St Mary’s Hall, Clonmany on Thursday May 1 from 11am – 2pm. All proceeds in aid of Alzheimer’s Association. All welcome so why not drop-in and enjoy a cuppa while supporting this worthy cause.

Club Iorras

The Club Iorras winners this month were Jimmy Donaghey, Dunaff – 50 euro; Kieran Friel, Dunaff - 30 euro and Eilish Doherty, Letter - 20 euro. If you would like to join Club Iorras contact Edward McLaughlin or John Friel and furnish them with your details.

Golden Oldies Disco

The parents committee have organised a Golden Oldies Disco (due to popular demand) in The Ballyliffin Hotel on Saturday May 10 with D.J. Martin. The doors open at 11pm with admission on the night priced at 8 euro.  

Clonmany Town Renewal Committee

The new plan for the Market Square and its environs is now on display in Clonmany Post Office for all Clonmany’s residents to view.

Charity Auction

In aid of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research to be held in Tully’s Bar, Carndonagh on Sunday, May 4 starting at 6pm.  Many items to be auctioned including a helicopter ride, signed sporting and showband memorabilia, a full day pass to Rally School Ireland, weekend breaks, VIP ticket to Villa Park.

Come along and treat yourself or a loved one to a fantastic present while helping a very worthy cause.

Camera Club Inishowen 

A meeting of the Camera Club Inishowen will take place on Thursday, May 1 in Serenity House, Moville starting at 7.30pm. All welcome to join or to just visit us.

Carndonagh Community School Reunion

Did you start CCS in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998? If so there is a 10 year reunion in The Ballyliffin Hotel on Sunday, May 4. Tickets are 25 euro for Dinner, Band and Disco and are on sale in Value-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris’ Shop, Moville. Tickets need to be bought by April 27. All proceeds are going to Charity.

Fashion night

There will be a fabulous fashion and beauty night in the Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa on Thursday. May 1 at 8pm, in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies!!! Tickets are available in all the usual local outlets, from the playgroup and all contributors.

Activity Club

Activity Club beginning soon in Clonmany for children aged 5 – 12 years. Anyone interested please contact 0863336517 or 0861064173 Monday to Friday between 10am and 6pm.

Sponsored Walk for Alan Doherty

There will be a sponsored walk in aid of the Alan Doherty Fund on Sunday, May 18 at 3.00pm. The walk will be leaving St Mary’s hall, Clonmany and going via Binnion, Tullagh, the Rusty Nail in Crossconnell and back to the hall again where refreshments will be served to all participants. Sponsor cards are available by contacting Eddie on 9376781 or Breege on 9376391. Later that night at 10.30pm there will be music and a raffle in James Tams, Clonmany also in aid of the fund. All sponsor cards returned by that time will be entered into a special draw.

Irish Seniors Open

Accommodation is needed in the Ballyliffin area between Monday, June 16 and Sunday, June 22. Anyone with a suitable house to let in the Ballyliffin area can forward their details to Ballyliffin Golf Club on (074) 93 76119.

Youth Academy registration day takes place on Saturday April 12 2008 at 4.00pm. All Ballyliffin Golf Club Juniors & juveniles are welcome to attend.

Rasheny FC Grand Draw

Our annual presentation dance and draw takes place on Sunday, May 4. First prize in the draw is 10,000 euro cash with many other valuable prizes. Amongst the prizes are : a  trip for 2 to Las Vegas; a week for 2 in Portugal;  a 46 inch TV; a year’s membership for 2 at Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa; the hire of a marquee with food supplied for 40 people; a lap top computer; a weekend for 2 in Paris and a mountain bike. Tickets are priced at €130 – with a meal for 2 on each ticket.  They are now on sale from committee members.

Community Games

Athletics training now on in the Community centre every Wednesday evening at 7pm sharp. Children must be age 7 years and over. Admission is  2 euro.

Resource Centre

The Car Boot Sale takes place on Saturday, May 3 from 12 to 4pm. 10 euro per table. Call the Centre on 0749376772 if you need more information.

Badminton every Tuesday from 6pm to 7pm, badminton is open to all children from age 6 upwards. New members are always welcome.

Keep-fit classes for women every Monday morning from 10 - 11am and Wednesday evenings from 7 - 8.15pm. There is also a keep-fit session for men every Wednesday evening from 8.30 - 9.30pm.

Disco dancing on Wednesday evenings from 5 – 6.30pm. New-comers are always welcome. If you would like more details call Jacinta on 086 3614206.

Clonmany Shamrock’s lotto

The Clonmany Shamrock’s lotto numbers drawn April 20 were: 3, 10, 18 and 20.  There was no jackpot winner this week and the jackpot has now risen to 9,000 euro. Winners of 20 euro: Ciara/Eimear/Dearbhla O’Neill, Co. Antrim. Margaret McLaughlin, Gleneely. Niall McLaughlin, I.O.D.

Urris Match and Win

The Match and Win years drawn last week were: 1961, 1976, 1977 and 1983. The Jackpot has now risen to 2,860 euro. The winners of 15 euro were

1.  Eileen Harkin, Glenmakee, Carndonagh

2.  Madge Collins, Carn

3.  Jaimee Louise Gordon, Isle of Doagh

4.  Margaret Devlin, 4 Gaddyduff, Clonmany

5.  Breege Collins, Golf Course Rd, Ballyliffin

Clonmany Notes

Carndonagh Community School Reunion

Did you start CCS in 1993? Did you sit the Leaving Cert in 1998? If so there is a 10-year reunion in The Ballyliffin Hotel on Sunday May 4. Tickets are 25 euro for Dinner, Band and Disco and are on sale in Value-Clean (Buncrana, Carndonagh and Moville) and Norris’ Shop, Moville. Tickets need to be bought by April 27. All proceeds are going to Charity.

Fashion and Beauty night

There will be a fabulous fashion and beauty night in the Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa on Thursday, May 1 at 8pm, in aid of Kiddies Corner, Malin Community Playgroup. Jewellery, fashion, shoes, bags, perfume, make-up and those must haves for ladies of all ages. There will be fashion parades throughout the night with a grand makeover finale for three lucky ladies!!! Tickets are available in all the usual local outlets, from the playgroup and all contributors.

McGlinchey Summer School

The McGlinchey Summer School will not take place this year, but the 2007 Summer School book – It’s Us They’re Talking About No 10 – is now available and on sale in local shops.

Inishowen Gardening Club

The monthly talk will be held on Monday, April 28 in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. The topic is rockery design and it will be given by Gordon Toner.

25 Card Drives

The weekly cards at Cloontagh school have now finished for the summer and will start again in November. We would like to thank everyone who supported the cards over the winter months.

Cots and Tots

Amanda and her staff at the Creche would like to thank everyone who helped raise 4,300 euro on pyjama day for Muscular Dystrophy Ireland and Crumlin Hospital for sick children in Dublin. 

Activity Club

An activity club is beginning soon in Clonmany for children aged 5 – 12 years. Anyone interested please contact 0863336517 or 0861064173 Monday to Friday between 10am and 6pm.

Sponsored Walk for Alan Doherty

There will be a sponsored walk in aid of the Alan Doherty Fund on Sunday, May 18 at 3pm. The walk will be leaving St Mary’s Hall, Clonmany and going via Binnion, Tullagh, the Rusty Nail in Crossconnell and back to the hall again where refreshments will be served to all participants. Sponsor cards are available by contacting Eddie on 9376781 or Breege on 9376391. Later that night at 10.30pm there will be music and a raffle in James Tams, Clonmany also in aid of the fund. All sponsor cards returned by that time will be entered into a special draw.

Social evening

The Foyle & Donegal Hospices Buncrana Support Group, present a social evening of Entertainment & Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm. Admission is 5 euro including a savoury supper. Approximately 100 displays & various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night. Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle & Irish Dancing by Aidan & Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. M.C. on the night will be Nicholas Crossan. Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend & support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114 

Irish Seniors Open

Accommodation is needed in the Ballyliffin area between Monday, June 16 and Sunday, June 22. Anyone with a suitable house to let in the Ballyliffin area can forward their details to Ballyliffin Golf Club on (074) 93 76119.

Youth Academy

Youth Academy registration day takes place on Saturday, April 12 at 4pm. All Ballyliffin Golf Club Juniors & juveniles are welcome to attend.

Cancer Care

Donegal Action for Cancer Care invites you to an Interdenominational Service for those affected by cancer. It will take place in St. Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny, on Sunday April 27, at 3pm. It will give people an opportunity to come together to remember their loved ones, to give thanks for healing and to have hope for the future. Everyone is welcome. For more information check on www.dacc.ie

Rasheny FC Grand Draw

The annual presentation dance and draw takes place on Sunday, May 4. First prize in the draw is 10,000 euro cash with many other valuable prizes. Amongst the prizes are : a  trip for 2 to Las Vegas; a week for 2 in Portugal;  a 46 inch TV; a year’s membership for 2 at Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa; the hire of a marquee with food supplied for 40 people; a lap top computer; a weekend for 2 in Paris and a mountain bike. Tickets are priced at 130 euro – with a meal for 2 on each ticket.  They are now on sale from committee members.

Resource Centre

Badminton every Tuesday from 6pm to 7pm, badminton is open to all children from age 6 upwards. New members are always welcome.

Keep-fit classes for women every Monday morning from 10 - 11am and Wednesday evenings from 7 - 8.15pm. There is also a keep-fit session for men every Wednesday evening from 8.30 - 9.30pm.  Disco dancing on Wednesday evenings from 5 – 6.30pm. New-comers are always welcome. If you would like more details call Jacinta on 086 3614206.

Clonmany Shamrock’s lotto

The Clonmany Shamrock’s lotto numbers drawn on April 13 were: 6, 12, 22 and 23. There was no jackpot winner this week and the jackpot has now risen to 8,950 euro. Winners of 20 euro: Philip Brennan, Gaddyduff.

Urris Match and Win

The Match and Win jackpot wasn’t claimed last week and the jackpot has now risen to 2,820 euro. The years drawn last week were: 1967, 1970, 1972 and 1982. The winners of 15 euro were:

1. Nora and Rose c/o Bingo

2. Annie and Kathleen c/o Bingo

3. Edward McLaughlin, Tullagh

4. Geraldine Devlin, Tullagh

5. Brendan O’Leary, Dublin 16

Sponsored Walk for Alan Doherty

There will be a sponsored walk in aid of the Alan Doherty Fund on Sunday, May 18 at 3pm. The walk will be leaving St Mary’s hall, Clonmany and going via Binnion, Tullagh, the Rusty Nail in Crossconnell and back to the hall again where refreshments will be served to all participants. Sponsor cards are available by contacting Eddie on 9376781 or Breege on 9376391. Later that night at 10.30pm there will be music and a raffle in James Tams, Clonmany also in aid of the fund. All sponsor cards returned by that time will be entered into a special draw.

Tiernasligo Parents Association

There will be a meeting in the school on Tuesday, April 15 at 8pm. This meeting is for the parents of children receiving First Holy Communion and Confirmation.

Foyle and Donegal Hospice Social evening

The Foyle & Donegal Hospices Buncrana Support Group, present a social evening of Entertainment & Floral Art Exhibits in the Lake of Shadows Hotel, Buncrana on Thursday, April 24 at 8pm. Admission is 5 euro including a savoury supper. Approximately one hundred displays & various prizes (all donated) will be raffled on the night. Entertainment will be provided by Pauline Saunders, Kathy McCarthy, Stewart Buchanan, James Boyle & Irish Dancing by Aidan & Rachael McGinley, who are all giving their time free of charge. M.C. on the night will be Nicholas Crossan. Everyone is very welcome. Please bring a friend & support this worthy cause. Tickets are available from any member of the Buncrana Support Group or pay at the door. Further information from Margaret on 9361114 

Irish Seniors Open

Accommodation is needed in the Ballyliffin area between Monday, June 16 and Sunday, June 22. Anyone with a suitable house to let in the Ballyliffin area can forward their details to Ballyliffin Golf Club on (074) 93 76119.

Donegal Action for Cancer Care

Donegal Action for Cancer Care invites you to an Interdenominational Service for those affected by cancer. It will take place in St. Eunan’s Cathedral, Letterkenny, on Sunday, April 27, at 3pm. It will give people an opportunity to come together to remember their loved ones, to give thanks for healing and to have hope for the future. Everyone is welcome. For more information check on www.dacc.ie

Clan Clonmany

Community Compost Workshop will be help in Clonmany on April 17. Further details on this course are to follow later. There will also be a course in everyday cooking and baking – which will commence on April 24. Fee for this course is 30 euro and pre-booking is essential. Contact 9376193 if you have any questions

Rasheny FC Grand Draw

Our annual presentation dance and draw takes place on Sunday May 4. First prize in the draw is 10,000 euro cash with many other valuable prizes. Amongst the prizes are : a  trip for 2 to Las Vegas; a week for 2 in Portugal;  a 46 inch TV; a year’s membership for 2 at Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa; the hire of a marquee with food supplied for 40 people; a lap top computer; a weekend for 2 in Paris and a mountain bike. Tickets are priced at 130 euro – with a meal for 2 on each ticket.  They are now on sale from committee members.

Resource Centre

Badminton every Tuesday from 6pm to 7pm, badminton is open to all children from age 6 upwards. New members are always welcome.

Keep-fit classes for women every Monday morning from 10 - 11am and Wednesday evenings from 7 - 8.15pm. There is also a keep-fit session for men every Wednesday evening from 8.30 - 9.30pm.

Disco dancing on Wednesday evenings from 5 – 6.30pm. New-comers are always welcome. If you would like more details call Jacinta on 086 3614206.

Clonmany Shamrock’s lotto

The Shamrock’s lotto numbers drawn on April 6 were: 7, 12, 16 and 20. There was no winner of the jackpot which has now risen to €8,900. The winners of 20 euro were: Alex Meehan, New York, Anthony McDaid, Magheramore and Dan Devlin, Tullagh.

Urris Match and Win

The Match and Win jackpot wasn’t claimed last week and the jackpot has now risen to 2,780 euro. The years drawn last week were: 1960, 1964, 1972 and 1975. The winners of 15 euro were:

1.  K. Doherty, Letter

2.  R. McGonigle, Ballyliffin Hotel

3.  Ann McGilloway, Roxtown

4.  Helen Toland, Gaddyduff

5.  Denise Doherty, Roxtown

Treasure Hunt

All you treasure hunters out there should get yourselves ready for the Inishowen 100 Pub Treasure Hunt in aid of Lough Swilly Lifeboat on Saturday, April, 12. Registration takes place at the Square Bar, Clonmany at 2.30pm with the bus leaving Clonmany at around 3.pm. Treasure hunters in cars are also welcome to take part – registration for cars will finish at 4pm. There are no time constraints on the treasure hunt with your answers deciding the winners. All prizes have been sponsored. The bus will return to Clonmany at approximately 10pm - the results will be given at approximately 11.30pm also in the Square Bar. The cost of the event is as follows: 30 euro per person on the bus which includes the treasure hunt, spot prizes on the bus and a light bite on the way. People participating in cars are 40 euro per car. All seats on the bus must be booked in advance. Contact Michelle on 086 0863333 to book a place on the bus or if you have any questions about the event.

Irish Seniors Open

Accommodation is needed in the Ballyliffin area between Monday, June 16  and Sunday, June 22. Anyone with a suitable house to let in the Ballyliffin area can forward their details to Ballyliffin Golf Club on (074) 93 76119.

Youth Academy registration day takes place on Saturday April 12 2008 at 4.00pm. All Ballyliffin Golf Club Juniors & juveniles are welcome to attend.

Parish Draw Results                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

700 euro, Noreen Doherty, Urrismanagh, Promoter Daniel Doherty;

140 euro, Mary Doherty, Claggin, Promoter Margaret Doherty;

140 euro, Mark Doherty, Ballyhallion, Promoter Eileen Doherty

140 euro, Michael Gibbons, IOD, Promoter Michael Gibbons;

140 euro, Margaret Doherty, Cregnagor, Promoter Helen McLaughlin;

140 euro, Teresa Noone, Tornabratley, Promoters Madeline and Maureen;

70 euro, Neil J. Doherty, Giblin, Promoter Peter Doherty;

70 euro, Patrick Coyle, Cloontagh,                                                    Promoter Noreen McLaughlin;

70 euro, Bridie McDaid, Glebe, Promoter Bridie McDaid;

70 euro, Sarah Rafferty, Tullagh, Promoter Paddy Kerr.

Profit for the month of March was 1,551 euro. Thank you to our promoters and all who support the draw and parish bingo.

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje

There are still some seats left on the Pilgrimage to Medjugorje on the June 7. For more information contact Esther on 0749374566 or 0868475971.

Laptop Project

Inishowen Development Partnership is currently recruiting participants who have previously completed the TEACH IT Programme the opportunity to complete FETAC Level 4 (Computer Applications) from the comfort of their own homes. If you are interested in participating in this exciting course, contact Tutor: Sinead McDaid on (086 821 6306) or (93 62218).  It will be on a first come first served basis.

Want to Lend a Hand?

Would you like to make a difference in your local area, get to know people in your community, share your talents and knowledge; develop skills and interests for your CV? If you have answered “yes” to any of these questions and have a few hours to spare, please contact Sandra on 086 8117157 at the Donegal Volunteer Centre or register on-line at www.volunteerdonegal.com.

Clan Clonmany

Community Compost Workshop will be help in Clonmany on April 17. Further details on this course are to follow later. There will also be a course in everyday cooking and baking – which will commence on April 24. Fee for this course is €30 and pre-booking is essential. Contact 9376193 if you have any questions

Rasheny FC Grand Draw

The annual presentation dance and draw takes place on Sunday, May 4. First prize in the draw is 10,000 euro cash with many other valuable prizes. Amongst the prizes are : a  trip for 2 to Las Vegas; a week for 2 in Portugal;  a 46 inch TV; a year’s membership for 2 at Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa; the hire of a marquee with food supplied for 40 people; a lap top computer; a weekend for 2 in Paris and a mountain bike. Tickets are priced at 130 euro – with a meal for 2 on each ticket.  They are now on sale from committee members.

Resource Centre

Keep-fit classes for women every Monday morning from 10 - 11am and Wednesday evenings from 7 - 8.15pm. There is also a keep-fit session for men every Wednesday evening from 8.30 - 9.30pm.

Disco dancing on Wednesday evenings from 5 – 6.30pm. New-comers are always welcome. If you would like more details call Jacinta on 086 3614206.

St Mary’s Underage Football

Training for the St Mary’s Under 16 squad will take place in Shamrock Park, Clonmany on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. Everyone welcome to come and tryout for the team.

Clonmany Shamrocks Lotto

The lotto numbers drawn on March 30 were: 4, 5, 12 and 21. The jackpot went unclaimed and has now risen to €8,850. The winners of €20 were: Frances Doherty, Gortfad, Eimear T. McGonigle, Cloontagh and Lorcan McGonigle , Ard Colgan.

Urris Match and Win

The Match and Win jackpot wasn’t claimed last week and the jackpot has now risen to €2,740. The years drawn last week were: 1960, 1961, 1974 and 1983. The winners of €15 were:

1.  Hannah and Mary McGonagle, Malin

2.  Grace Hession, Roxtown

3.  Paddy Noone, Cloontagh

4.  Paul McLaughlin, Buncrana

5.  William Gill, Gortfad

Urris Easter draw

The winners in the Urris Easter Draw were:

first prize of the giant hamper went to Mary K Brennan, Clonmany; the second prize of a meal for two in the Laurentic went to Oisin Ward, Tornabratley and the third prize of a giant Easter egg went to Shane Ward of Tornabratley. The club would like to thank everyone who bought tickets and to all the club members who sold them.

Community centre

There will be no children’s activities over the Easter period. Activities will resume again on Monday, March 31. The Vibe Disco is on Friday, March 28 from 9 to 11.30pm. Admission is  8 euro for non-members and 5 euro for members.The centre is offering a part-time Fáilte Ireland training course in hospitality skills. The course will be two days per week from 10am to 3pm for 10 weeks. The course is available everyone over 18 with the required residency status. Attendance allowance is 15 euro per day and does not affect social welfare payments. Lunch/uniform are also provided. Information session in the Clonmany Community Centre on Tuesday, April 1 at 8pm. Call 0749376772 or 0873107203

Keep-fit classes for women every Monday morning from 10–11am and Wednesday evening from 7–8.15pm. There is also a keep-fit session for men every Wednesday evening from 8.30–9.30pm.

Disco dancing on Wednesday evenings from 5–6.30pm. Newcomers are always welcome. If you would like more details call Jacinta on 086 3614206.

St Mary’s underage football

Training for the St Mary’s Under 16 squad will take place in Shamrock Park, Clonmany on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. Everyone welcome to come and tryout for the team.

Clonmany Festival agm

The agm of the Clonmany Festival Committee will be held in the Square Bar on Monday, March 31 at 9pm. It would be great to see some new blood on the committee this year and everyone is welcome to attend the meeting.

Clonmany NS

Anyone thinking of sending their child/children to Clonmany NS from September 2008 – 2012 is asked to contact the school to supply the relevant details. Name of child, their date of birth, the name and address of their parents and the proposed date of entrance to school.

Cloontagh, Tiernasligo and Rasheny NS

Enrolment forms for children attending Cloontagh, Tiernasligo or Rasheny NS in September 2008 are now available in the three schools. All forms must be returned by March 31.

Urris match and win

The year’s drawn last week in the Match and Win were: 1962, 1975, 1977 and 1983. The jackpot has now risen to 2,660 euro, the winners of 15 euro were: Bernard Davis, Urris, Joseph Mc Laughlin, Dunaff, Annie Hirrell, Cloontagh, Susan Kelly, Dunaff and Veronica Watson, Claggin, 

Flights for sale

Due to unforeseen circumstances, five return flights from City of Derry to Liverpool have become available, leaving City of Derry on Friday, April 11 and returning on Sunday, April 13. The flights are available for £60 (ono) each having originally cost £100. If you are interested or if you have any questions about the flights then contact Brian on 0868177718.

Resource centre

There will be no children’s activities over the Easter period from Monday, March 17. Activities will resume again on Monday, March 31. The Centre will be closed on Friday ,March 21 and Monday March 24.  The Vibe Disco is on Friday, March 28 from 9–11.30pm. Admission is 8 euro for non-members and 5 euro for members. The Resource Centre is offering a part-time Fáilte Ireland training course in hospitality skills. The course will be two days per week from 10am to 3pm for 10 weeks. The course is available everyone over 18 with the required residency status. Attendance allowance is 15 euro per day and does not affect social welfare payments. Lunch/uniform are also provided. Information session in the Clonmany Community Centre on Tuesday, April 1 at 8pm. Tel.0749376772 or 0873107203

Sheepdog association

Clonmany Agricultural Sheepdog Association’s 25 card drive continues every Monday night in The Ballyliffin Hotel at 8.30pm. The association’s annual card drive takes place in the Ballyliffin Hotel on Friday, March 21 at 9pm. There is a prize fund of 1,000 euro – 10 euro per round with refreshments served during the evening.

Festival agm

The agm of the Clonmany Festival Committee will be held in the Square Bar on Monday, March 31 at 9pm. It would be great to see some new blood on the committee this year and everyone is welcome to attend the meeting.

Clonmany SVP

The Clonmany branch of the St Vincent de Paul’s Society is appealing for volunteers to work whatever hours suitable (morning or afternoon) in their charity shop  – Vincents. The shop is open from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. Please contact Anne on 9376806 or Kathleen on 9376925 if you are able to help out.

Clonmany NS news

Clonmany NS Parents’ Association is holding another disco in the Ballyliffin hotel. This will take place on Saturday, March 22.  Anyone thinking of sending their child/children to Clonmany NS. from September 2008 – 2012 is asked to contact the school to supply the relevant details. Name of child, their date of birth, the name and address of their parents and the proposed date of entrance to school.

Enrolment forms

Enrolment forms for children attending Cloontagh, Tiernasligo or Rasheny national schools in September 2008 are now available in the three schools. All forms must be returned by March 31.

Clonmany Shamrocks

The Shamrock’s lotto numbers drawn on March 9 were 6, 10, 18 and 20. There was no jackpot winner and this has now risen to 8,700 euro. The winners of 20 euro were Margaret McLaughlin, Gleneely, John Joe Harkin, Gaddyduff and Christine McGonigle, The Cross. The Shamrocks Lotto numbers drawn on March 2 were 8, 10, 15 and 20. There was no winner and the jackpot has now reached 8,650 euro. The winners of 20 euro were Brendan Doherty, Cloontagh, Peter Devlin, Tullagh, and Geraldine Doherty, Gaddyduff.

Urris Match and Win

The years drawn in last week’s match and win were: 1967, 1973, 1974 and 1981. There was no jackpot winner and this has now risen to €2,620. The winners of 15 euro were: Niall McCarron, Cleagh, Clonmany; Edward Collier, Tullagh; Anna Doherty, Letter; Martin Doherty, 33 Gaddyduff; Eddie Ivers, Tiernasligo

Clonmany tug-of-war

Good luck to the 26 members of the Clonmany Tug-of-war Club who will be travelling to Italy this week to take part in the World Championships (February 21 – 24). We wish them all every success and hopefully their hard work and dedication will pay off. Best wishes also the Carndonagh team who also take part.

Clonmany NS

Anyone thinking of sending their child/children to Clonmany NS from September 2008 – 2012 is asked to contact the school to supply the relevant details – name of child, their date of birth, the name and address of their parents and the proposed date of entrance to school.

Rasheny Grand Draw

The Rasheny FC annual presentation dance and draw takes place on Sunday, May 4. First prize in the draw is 10,000 euro cash with many other valuable prizes. Amongst the prizes are: a trip for 2 to Las Vegas; a week for 2 in Portugal; a 46 inch TV; a year’s membership for 2 at Ballyliffin Lodge and Spa; the hire of a marquee with food supplied for 40 people; a lap top computer; a weekend for two in Paris and a mountain bike. Tickets are priced at €130 euro – with a meal for two on each ticket. They are now on sale from committee members.

Winter nightclasses

Artlink is pleased to announce that bookings are now being taken for the Winter Nightclasses programme. Materials are supplied and classes are arranged for beginners and those with some experience. All classes are subject to a minimum of 12 participants. To register your interest or book a place on a class, or with any queries please contact Artlink 074 93 63469 or email artlink@eircom.net.  All classes take place at Artlink Studios, Tullyarvan Mill, Buncrana, Co. Donegal.

Card Drive in aid of Bothair

Charity 25 Card Drive in Malin GAA Centre on Saturday, February 23 at 8.30pm, two rounds at 10 euro per round including supper. All proceeds to Bothair to buy cows, goats and hens for poor African families. Prizes are Easter bumper hampers, Easter eggs and other prizes on the night.

Daffodil Day

As Daffodil Day is on March 7 we would like your support for soprano Madelene Grant-Nelson, originally from Annagh, and a breast cancer survivor on buying her very beautiful and inspirational CD that she recorded recently. All proceeds will go to Action Breast Cancer (a project from the Irish Cancer Society and dedicated to all breast cancer survivors). The CD costs 15 euro and is on sale in Caitriona’s Shop, Glendowen Fashions and Irish Cancer Society Website.

Guest tea

There are still a few tickets available in Fintan’s newsagents for the Guest Tea on Friday, February 22 at Carndonagh Community School (CCS). This is going to be a very big event and anybody who wants tickets should get them immediately.

C.C.S. Has Got Talent

This show which was scheduled for January 31 and had to be postponed because of the bad weather will now take place on Thursday, February 28. The tickets sold for the January 31 show will be valid on February 28. Admission is by these tickets only and the show is completely sold out.

Job fair

A job fair will take place in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel on Wednesday, March 5 from 10.30 am – 6.30 pm. Employers, why not use this opportunity to find the right person for your vacancy? Employers from Inishowen, Derry and Letterkenny who are looking for staff will be there. Job-seekers, come along and see what is on offer for you. The event is being organised by Inishowen Development Partnership, DSFA, Fás, Eures - Crossborder and DEL. All interested employers and job-seekers please contact Aisling at Inishowen Development Partnership for further information (074 9361376).

Clonmany Community Games

Community Games cross-country training started on Monday and continues every Monday thereafter at the Shamrocks running track from 5 – 6pm. Children must be ten years or over. There is an admission charge of 2 euro to defray the cost of using the track.

Clonmany Youth Club and Community Resource Centre

Keep fit classes for ladies run on Monday mornings from 10 to 11am and Wednesday evening from 7 to 8.15pm. There is a men’s class on Wednesday evening from 8.30 to 9.30pm. Names now being taken for the following classes; basic computers, art, arts and crafts, patchwork, and Digital photography. Next months Car boot sale takes place on March 1 and on the first Saturday of the month after that.

Inishowen Reflexology Network group

The group will meet in the Youth Club on the first Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm. Everyone interested in reflexology is welcome to come along. For more information contact Joanne on 9376955 or 086 1789959.

June Pilgrimage to Medjugorje

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje June 7. This is a combined tour with 4 nights in Medjugorje and 3 nights in Gradac on the Adriatic coast. Flight is from Belfast to Dubrovnik. The cost is 734 euro fully inclusive and it is on a half board basis - breakfast and evening meal. For further information contact Esther on 074 9374566 or 0868475971

Clonmany Shamrocks Lotto

The lotto numbers drawn on February 10 were: 4, 7, 10 and 14. There was no winner of the Jackpot which has now risen to €8,500. The winners of 20 euro were : Brian Coyle, Cleagh. Geraldine Devlin, Tullagh and Mark Gormley, Swords, Co. Dublin.

Urris Match and Win

There was no winner of the Match and Win jackpot last week and the jackpot has now risen to 2,460 euro. The years drawn were: 1963, 1968, 1972 and 1975. The winners of 15 euro were: Brendan & Aaron Doherty, Annaugh; Danny Green, Goorey, Gleneely; Kaitlin Towey, Mayo; mLynda McLaughlin, Fullerton Road, Ballyliffin; Niamh & Emmet Grant, Magheramore.

Parish draw     

700 euro, Anna Doherty, Letter, promoter Paddy Doherty; 140 euro, Margaret Doherty, Roxtown, promoter, Teresa Coyle; 140 euro, Conal Doherty, Cleagh, promoter, Sarah Doherty; 140 euro, Lucy Doherty, Tiernasligo, promoter Alice & Kathleen; 140 euro, Chantal & Nathan, Doherty, Cloontagh promoter Gemma Gillespie; 140 euro, Denis & Caroline Gillespie, Cloontagh, promoter Gemma Gillespie; 70 euro, Angela Ivers, Gaddyduff, promoter Lenore & Daniel; 70 euro, Sally Grant, Gortnahinsion, promoter Eileen Doherty; 70 euro, Susan McGonagle, Ballyliffin, promoter Dolores Doherty; 70 euro, Kay McLaughlin, I.O.D, promoter Margaret McLaughlin.

Profit for the month of January was 2,146 euro. Thank you to our promoters and all who support the draw and parish bingo.

Valentine’s disco

Clonmany Parents Association’s next fundraiser is a Valentine’s Golden Oldies Disco,  which will take place in the Ballyliffin Hotel on Saturday, February 16 at 11pm. Admission on the night is eight euro. All proceeds from the disco will go towards the purchase of new school equipment.

Reflexology course

On Friday, February 15 there will be a one-day reflexology course presented by Martina Barrett in the Community Centre from 9.30am to 5pm. Cost of the course is 120 euro and bookings must be made by February 10. To book a place on the course or for further information call Joanne O’Donnell on 086 1789959 or 9376955.

Murder-mystery night

A murder-mystery night – Dastardly Deeds at Dinner – will take place in Ballyliffin Golf Club on Friday, February 15 at 7.30pm sharp. Full evening’s entertainment with a champagne reception and a three-course dinner costing 40 euro per person. Book early to avoid disappointment. Call 074 9378111.

Ladies’ Gaelic Football

There was a meeting in the Urris Clubhouse last nigh to discuss the future of the senior ladies’ football team. Even if the Ladies team is not going ahead this year coaches are still needed to help out with the underage girls from U10 to U16. If any lady is interested in giving a hand with the underage teams they can contact either John Friel or Paul McLaughlin

Pilgrimage to Medjugorje

This is a combined tour on June 7 with four nights in Medjugorje and three nights in Gradac on the Adriatic coast. Flight is from Belfast to Dubrovnik. The cost is 734 euro (fully inclusive) and it is on a half-board basis (breakfast and evening meal). For further information, contact Esther on 074 9374566 or 0868475971

25 Card Drive

The Rasheny NS 25 card drive will take place in Ballyliffin Golf Club on Friday, February 8 at 8pm. Tickets are ten euro and everyone is welcome to attend.

Resource centre

Names are now being taken at Clonmany Youth Club and Community Resource Centre for the following evening classes; Sage, Basic Computers, Patchwork-quilting, Art, Arts and crafts, and Digital Photography. If you need further details contact the Youth Club on 9376772. A fitness class for women has resumed on a Monday morning from 10am to 11.15am. All abilities catered for and the cost of the class is five euro. There is also a ladies class on a Wednesday night from 7 – 8pm and a men’s class from 8.30 –9.30pm. Admission is five euro and Gym members free.

Urris Match and Win

There was no winner of the Match and Win Jackpot last week the years drawn were: 1964, 1970, 1975 and 1982. The winners of 15 euro were:

1.  Eamon Mc Daid, Chapel Glen, Clonmany

2.  Raymond Quigley,Lough View,Buncrana

3.  Shauna Breslin,Shandrum,Drumfries

4.  James B & Kevin Kelly, Dunaff, Urris

5.  Michael Mc Hale, Straid

Clonmany Shamrocks Lotto

There was no winner of the Shamrock’s lotto drawn on January 27. The winning numbers were: 10, 17, 1 and 22. the Jackpot has now risen to 8,400 euro, the winners of 20 euro were: Lexie Doherty, Tirmaine. Christy Lynch, Muff and E.T.A. C/o Jock’s, Clonmany.

Parents’ Association
Clonmany Parents’ Association would like to thank everyone who supported the bazaar. The amount raised was 6,477 euro. The amount raised from the raffle of the pictures was 4,100 euro. The next fundraiser, a Valentine’s Golden Oldies Disco, will take place in the Ballyliffin Hotel on Saturday February 16 at 11pm. Admission on the night is eight euro. All proceeds from the disco will go towards the purchase of new school equipment.

Coaches needed
Coaches are still needed to help out with the underage Gaelic football teams, ladies are especially needed this year to give a hand with the girls teams. If you would like to help out then contact Paul McLaughlin on 9376752 or any Urris GAA Club Committee member as soon as possible. Training is available for anyone interested in helping out.

25 Card Drive
The Rasheny NS 25 card drive will take place in Ballyliffin Golf Club on Friday, February 8 at 8pm. Tickets are ten euro and everyone is welcome to attend.

Dinner Dance
Ballyliffin Development Group is holding its 2nd Annual Fundraising Dinner Dance and Auction on Friday, January 25 at the Strand Hotel. Tickets are 40 euro each and are available from Hotel Reception 9376107 or from Anna Doherty 087 668 9256. Proceeds are going towards the completion and upkeep of the walkway on Pollan Beach amongst other projects, so come along and support us and enjoy a great night’s entertainment into the bargain!

Aquafit classes
Aquafit classes have resumed at Buncrana Community Leisure Centre on Wednesday nights at 8pm. Ideal exercise class for all ages and abilities, even non-swimmers. Come along and try it. What have you got to lose? A few inches off your waist – or a few pounds maybe. Tel: 9361000 for details.

Resource Centre
A fitness class for women has resumed on a Monday morning from 10am to 11.15am at Clonmany Youth Club and Community Resource Centre. All abilities catered for and the cost of the class is five euro. There is also a ladies’ class on a Wednesday night from 7 to 8pm and a men’s class from 8.30 to 9.30pm. Admission is five euro and Gym members free. Anyone joining the gym before January 31 gets a 50-euro discount.

Do you need a website designed?
If anyone in the Clonmany area is looking for a website designed, why not pay a visit to www.techsav.com or call Nigel on 0863172273.

Christmas Swim at Leenan
Thanks to everyone who took part in the annual Christmas Day Swim. White Celtic T-shirt left on beach. Owner may contact Annette, on 9376170. All sponsorship cards should be returned as soon as possible to Christine McGonigle, Cross, on 9378622 or Annette Kelly, Tullagh, on 9376170.

Adult ceili dancing
Classes in St. Mary’s Hall every Monday night from 8pm to 9.30pm. Past and new members all very welcome…..a great way to keep fit!

Caring for elderly?
Would you like information regarding entitlements, respite, support grounds and other support services? Diane Donnelly, Carers Development Officer will be holding a number of information Drop In Clinics in the Community Hospitals:
Monday, January 28 at Carndonagh Community Hospital from noon – 2 pm. Tuesday, January 29 in the Buncrana Nursing Unit from noon – 2 pm.

Inishowen Gardening Club
The Inishowen Gardening Club will meet on Monday, January 28 in Wesley Hall, Carndonagh at 8pm. The guest speaker this month is Sean Ó Gaothain, the head gardener in Glenveagh, who will present “Gardens in Donegal.” Everyone welcome to attend.

Clonmany Shamrocks lotto
The lotto numbers drawn on January 13 were: 3, 8, 10 and 14, there was no winner and the jackpot is now 8,300 euro. The winners of 20 euro were: Tayna McGonigle, Cloontagh; Paul McLaughlin, I.O.D and Tegan Long, Mindoran.

Urris Match and Win
There was no winner of the Urris Match and Win last week and the jackpot has now risen to 2,300 euro. The years drawn were: 1960, 1961, 1974 and 1981. The winners of 15 euro were;
1. Gemma Wilson, 211 Cornshell Fields, Derry
2. Anne & Kathleen C/O Bingo
3. Ann Devlin Altahalla, Clonmany
4. Marie Kelly,Tullagh
5. Michael Mc Hale, Straid

Congratulations

Congratulations to John Doherty, Doaghmore, Isle of Doagh, who celebrated his 100^th birthday during the week. Wishing you many more years of good health and happiness John.

Ballyliffin Golf Club AGM

Ballyliffin Golf Club’s 62^nd AGM will take place in the golf club on Sunday, December 9 at 6pm. The Ballyliffin golf club road will be closed for bridge widening from Monday, December 10 – Wednesday, December 12 inclusive. The Golf pro shop sale starts December 1.

25 Card Drives

The 25 card drives continue in the Ballyliffin Hotel on Monday evenings in aid of the Sheepdog Association, in Cloontagh school on Tuesday evenings in aid of the parents association, and also in McFeeley’s bar on Thursday evenings

Christmas Swim

The 10^th Annual Swim at Leenan Beach will take place on Christmas morning at 10am in aid of the Children’s Ward and Nursery at Letterkenny Hospital and the Donegal Down’s Syndrome Association. Please come along and join in the fun. Sponsor cards are available by contacting Christine McGonigle, Cross, on 9378622, or Annette Kelly, Tullagh, on 9376170.

Table Quiz

Urris GAA will be holding a table quiz in the Rusty Nail on Friday evenings starting on December 7. Every week there will be a ticket for the club’s development draw on offer to the winning team. Make sure to come along early to get a good table. The quiz will start around 9.30pm so gather your team up now and get swotting in preparation.

Summer school magazine

The McGlinchey Summer School magazine – It’s us they’re thinking about, No 10 – based on this year’s theme “Inishowen”: 1607 and all that…….” is being edited at present and will be available in March 2008. This tenth issue, the last in the present series, will complete a valuable record of local history and heritage of Clonmany and Inishowen. An absent family member or friend might appreciate a copy this Christmas. Copies of No. 9 and some earlier issues are still available in Caitríona’s Newsagent and other local shops.

Child Protection Course

Any adult who hopes to be involved in the management of youth/school teams or the supervision of any underage activities – soccer, gaelic, athletics, national school teams, youth club activities etc is required to hold a Child Protection Certificate. An opportunity for anyone interested in acquiring such a certificate is due to be held in St. Brigid’s Youth Club on Tuesday, December 11 at 7pm. The entire course will be delivered on the night. For details and to reserve a place contact 9376772, 9376234 or 9376418.

Rashenny NS

Parents of children who will be attending Rashenny NS during the next five years are asked to contact the school and leave details to enable further projection of numbers.

Christmas dance

The Annual Christmas Dance takes place on Friday December 28, featuring Mike Denver, admission is 15 euro on the night. If you require more information call 074 9735030.

Clonmany Youth Club and Community Resource Centre.

Urris Match and Win

There was no winner of the Match and Win last week and the Jackpot has now risen to 2,020 euro . The years drawn were: 1963, 1968, 1974 and1977. The winners of 15 euro were: Carmel Mc Laughlin, Isle of Doagh; Eileen Collins, Drumcarbit, Malin; Ciara Bradley, Altalalla, Clonmany; Mary B Doherty, Glengad; 2 A’s c/o Bingo.

Christmas Bazaar
The Clonmany NS Parents Committee presents a Christmas Bazaar in St. Mary’s Hall, Clonmany on Sunday December 2 at 5pm after the lighting of Christmas lights in the Square. The Bazaar will feature handcrafts made by the children of Clonmany School. There will also be bric-a-brac; home-baking; the good ole rickety wheel with many fantastic prizes. There will also be a special appearance of Santa and his fire-engine. All proceeds in aid of new school equipment. Light refreshments will be served.

The James Connolly Day Centre
The Day centre will have a table at the car boot sale on Saturday December 1. There will be home made Christmas cakes and puddings, flower arrangements, bric-a-brac etc. and tickets will be on sale for a beautiful Christmas Hamper. Your support for this worthy cause would be greatly appreciated.

Mass for Deceased members
Ballyliffin Golf Club will hold its annual mass for Deceased members in the Clubhouse on Friday November 30 at 7pm.

Christmas Swim
The 10th Annual Swim at Leenan Beach will take place on Christmas morning at 10am in aid of the Children’s Ward and Nursery at Letterkenny Hospital and the Donegal Down’s Syndrome Association. Please come along and join in the fun. Sponsor cards are available by contacting Christine McGonigle, Cross, on 9378622, or Annette Kelly, Tullagh, on 9376170.

Table Quiz
Urris GAA will be holding a table quiz in the Rusty Nail on Friday evenings starting on December 7. Every week there will be a ticket for the Club’s Development draw on offer to the winning team. Make sure to come along early to get a good table. The quiz will start around 9.30pm so gather your team up now and get swotting in preparation.

Child Protection Course
Any adult who hopes to be involved in the management of youth/school teams or the supervision of any underage activities – soccer, gaelic, athletics, national school teams, youth club activities etc is required to hold a Child Protection Certificate. An opportunity for anyone interested in acquiring such a certificate is due to be held in St. Brigid’s Youth club on Tuesday December 11 at 7pm. The entire course will be delivered on the night. For details and to reserve a place contact 9376772, 9376234 or 9376418.

Rashenny NS
Parents of children who will be attending Rashenny N.S. during the next 5 years are asked to contact the school and leave details to enable further projection of numbers.

Information session
Leargas is holding an information session on funding available under the Grundtvig Adult Education Programme on Tuesday 18th December at 12noon in the Inishowen Partnership offices (CAIT Suite). The session will introduce and explain activities available for funding under Grundtvig, it will also explain the application procedures to participate in these activities

25 Card Drive
St. Brigid’s Boxing Club will hold a 25 Card Drive in Ballyliffin Golf Club on Friday, November 30 at 8pm. Tickets 10 euro each and there will be a supper served.

Resource Centre
Fitness Class for women Monday morning from 10 to 11am everybody welcome. Circuit training continues on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 8pm. This is followed by men’s circuit training from 8.30 to 9.30pm. The car boot sale will take place on Saturday, December 1 from noon to 4pm. For more information on any of the Youth club’s activities contact 074 9376772.

Clonmany Tug-o-war Club
Clonmany Tug-o-war Club currently have tickets on sale for their annual draw. 1st prize: 12,000 euro; 2nd prize: 3,000 euro;; 3rd prize: 1,000 euro; plus many more great prizes. Tickets cost 100 euro; each and the draw is limited to 350. The draw will take place in The Ballyliffin Hotel on Saturday December 8. For further information or tickets contact Danny on 9376591, Daniel on 9376012 or John on 9376031.

Clonmany Shamrocks Lotto
The Shamrocks Lotto numbers drawn on November 18 were: 3, 11, 19, and 22. There was no winner of the Jackpot and this has now risen to 7,900 euro;. The winners of the 20 euro; consolation prizes were: 1st & 2nd. Neil Kemmy, Ballyliffin. 3rd. Anne McGonigle, Cloontagh.