Kingscourt Community Development Association

Active Retirement  AGM;

The  AGM of Kingscourt Active Retirement was held in the Parish Centre on Friday last 6 th. February.  The well attended meeting was addressed by Ms. Teresa Abbot, Regional Development Officer, of the Active Retirement.  New Committee, elected; Chairperson ; Noreen Rooney, Vice  do. Larry Carty, Secretary ; Catherine O’Reilly, Ass, Sec. Margaret Burns , Treasurer ; Betty Callaghan, Ass. Tr. Catherine Blake,  Events Organisers; June McEntee & Pauline Wakely Up coming events; Regional Annual Dinner Dance , on the 19 th. February in the Nuremore Hotel, Carrickmacross, starting at 2.00.pm.  Outing to An Grianan to be organised for May 2015 . Photo, taken at the AGM of the attendance present.

World Day of Prayer ;

This year the service will take place in St. Ernan’s Church, Kingscourt on Friday 6 th. March at 7.30.pm.  The speaker will be the Reverend  Joyce Moore, who works in St. Peter’s (Church of Ireland)parish in Drogheda.  This lively service has been prepared  by the Christian women of The Bahamas, in the Caribbean, it reflects their love of music and their culture. Everyone is welcome both men and women, boys and girls, please come along and bring a friend.

Lenten Novena 2015 ;

The Annual Lenten Novena commences on Wednesday 18 th. February, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt, when the speaker will be His Eminence Cardinal Sean Brady, Archbishop Emeritus of Armagh.  On Wednesday  25 th. February the speaker will be  Sr. Enda McMullan,  St. Louis Sister.

Cabra Castle Hotel, wins Award

Members of the  Corscadden family are celebrating this week as one of their three castle hotels- Cabra Castle Hotel , Kingscourt was named the best four- star hotel in Ireland at the prestigious CIE Tours International Annual Awards of Excellence  ceremony which took place at Dublin Castle.. The awards, which are in their 25 th. year , are based entirely on feedback from the  36,000  CIE Tours customers who visited Ireland during 2014.

Cabra Castle a member of  Manor House Hotels of Ireland , saw a 20% increase in the number of CIE Tours guests staying at the luxurious property last year, the majority of whom were from Germany, the USA, Canada and Australia. More than € 3 million has been invested by its owners into the 18th.  century castle over the past five years.

Owner Howard  Corscadden said that the  accolade was a huge endorsement  of the exceptional service offered by the entire team, the majority  of whom come from the local area.  “We are honoured to have been voted the best four-star hotel in Ireland by our CIE Tours guests.  With 70  hotels vying for the title it is one of the most hotly contested categories,” he said.  ” We are extremely proud of our offering and work exceptionally hard to ensure that our guests experience  an authentic Irish castle at its very best. We believe that our old- world charm  combined with a long family tradition of warm and friendly service make Cabra Castle a perfect retreat from the pace of modern living and clearly our guests agree”

Cabra Castle is set on 100 acres of parkland and gardens in Co. Cavan. The 98-room hotel enjoys spectacular  views of the surrounding countryside and, such is its historical and architectural interest, it is also open to members of the public for viewing (except December 24 th,25 th and 26 th). It is asister to Ballyseede Castle in Tralee and the  Corscaddens Family’s newest acquisition , the 17 th. century Bellingham Castle in Co. Louth, which  opened just a year ago having  undergone   complete restoration. Both Ballyseede  Castle and Bellingham Castle are also members of Manor House Hotels of Ireland

Whist ;

Top Score , Teresa McMahon, 1 st. Lady (shared) Bridie McDaniel &  Eileen Hanratty, 2 nd. lady ; Olive Rooney, 3 rd. Lady ; Kay Russell. 1 st. Gent ; Val Russell 2 nd. Gent (shared) Matt Donagh & Paddy Martin, 3 rd. Gent ; Harry Rowntree. Kingscourt Social Services, Whist Drive, every Tuesday at 8.30.pm in the Matt Talbot Hall. Supper served and all welcome.

Meals on Wheels ;

Kingscourt, Social Services,    Meals continue every Wednesday  in the Matt Talbot Hall .

Cancer fund ;

Kingscourt Cancer Fund provides “Free Taxi”  service for patients to all hospitals also grant aid to families, Its charity shop in Church street ,is open  Thursday & Friday 10.00.am to 6.00.pm and on Saturday 10.00.am to 4.00, well worth a visit.

Regretted Death ;

The death occurred suddenly of John (Jack) O’Reilly,20 Cluain Dara, Kingscourt on Thursday 29 th. January, formerly of 3 Singleton , Mell, Drogheda, he was a  retired postman. Deeply regretted by his loving wife; Ursula, daughter ; Ciara, sisters ; Mary , Irene , & Gaye, brothers ; Paddy , Liam & Harry. Sadly missed by his mother-in-law, Mary Dunne, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews , relatives and friends to whom sympathy is extended. Removal to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt, on Monday 2 nd. February, with requiem Mass on Tuesday 3 rd. February in the Church of the Immaculate Conception with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Christmas Party ;

The annual Christmas Party organised by Kingscourt Social Services was held on Sunday last in Cabra Castle Hotel, the attendance of over 140 people were treated  to a sumptuous  meal which was served by very helpful and courteous members  of Cabra Castle Hotel, staff.

Clifford Kelly, Betty Kelly, Marie Smith & Johnny Smith. 

 Sadie O’Reilly, Matt Donagh & John Fitzpatrick. 

 Mary O’Hurley, Venie Rowntree,  Harry Rowntree & Eithne Kane. 

 Eva Hagan, Rev. Jim Hagan, Rev. William Steacy & Roberta Steacy 

Eva McCabe, Catherine Finnegan, Glenys Carty & Margo McCann.   

With lots of spot prizes distributed to the large attendance,   it was followed by many fine exhibitions of dancing, to waltz’s and foxtrot’s , a most enjoyable afternoon was had by all .

Council Meeting ;

A meeting of Kingscourt  Community Council was held on Tuesday of last week with arrangements  for this year’s St. Patrick’s  Day parade being discussed, starting as usual from Mt. St. Joseph  at 1.00.pm. Invitations have been sent out to all organisations , clubs and schools to get involved and participate  in this year’s parade. Like on past years the parade will be shown world -wide by  webcam. There will be the usual prizes for best dressed  shop window. this year’s theme  will be the “Thirty’s”

Whist ;

Top Score ; Victoria Rowntree, 1 st. Lady ; Eileen Maguire , 2 nd. Lady ; Olive Rooney , 3 rd Lady ; Ann Russell. 1 st. Gent ; Val Russell, 2 nd. Gent ; John Fitzpatrick, 3 rd. Gent ; Cathleen Finnegan.  Kingscourt Social Services, Whist Drive, every Tuesday at8.30.pm in the Matt Talbot Hall, new members welcome

Bridge  Resumes ;

Kingscourt Bridge, has resumed every Monday at 7.15.pm in Cabra Castle  Hotel, new members very welcome.

Baptisms ;

The Parish Community welcomes recently baptised,  Callum  Edward Molloy and Conor  Peter Clarke.  All baptisms take place on the  2 nd & 4 th. Sathurday of each month at 4.00.pm in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt.

St. Vincent de Paul, Volunteers Needed :

Kingscourt St. Vincent de Paul are now looking for volunteers for the new St. Vincent de Paul Charity Shop which is now open and is located at lower Main Street, Kingscourt. Goods are also needed which can be left in on February 3 rd, 4 th – 7 th. from 2.00.pm to 5.00.pm

The Late Peter Farrelly :

The death occurred on Saturday n24 th. January of Peter  Farrelly, late of Drumbar, Kingscourt at Kilmainhamwood Nursing Home, he was in his 95 th. year. Deeply regretted by his brother, Frank, Dublin, nephews , nieces, and sisters in law, to whom sympathy is extended. He was predeceased by 1 sister and 10 brothers.  Peter was domiciled  for 20 years in America, returning home in the early sixty’s to live native Drumbar, where he was actively involved in farming activities. He later retired to live in a house in Kilmainhamwood Retirement Village for 10 years after which he moved into the Kilmaimhamwood Nursing Home . He had a great interest in the GAA from an early age, especially hurling, along with his brothers they played with the Kingscourt Stars in the  1940’s, he played in goals,  in Kearney’s field off the Kells road, it was the  playing field for all of the Kingscourt teams, before the later development of O’Raghallaigh Park.  He loved to talking about the great Cavan teams of the early forty’s and fifty’s

Reposing at Kieran’s Funeral Home, Hall St. Kingscourt on Monday 26 th. January, with removal later to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt. Requiem funeral Mass on Tuesday 27 th. January at 10.00.am in the Church of the Immaculate Conception with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery

Regretted Death ;

The death occurred  of Anna (Nancy) Corrigan (nee Farrelly) Lisnagrew, Kilmainhamwood, on Tuesday 27 th. January, peacefully at her home. The deceased who had been unwell for some time was in her 90 th. year. Predeceased by her husband, Peadar, sons, Patsy and Peter. daughters ,Geraldine, and Philomena. Deeply regretted by her loving daughters, Olve (Courtney) Maura (Barber), Ann (Smyth) and Orla ( Byrne), sons Michael and  Laurance. brother , Michael Farrelly, sister-in-law May ,daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great-grand children, nephews ,nieces, relatives and friends to whom sympathy is extended . Reposing at Kieran’s Funeral home, Hall Street, Kingscourt  on  Wednesday 28 th. Jan. with removal later to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Requiem Funeral Mass on Thursday 29 th. Jan. in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, with burial in the adjoining cemetery   .

Ecumenical  Service ;

There was a good attendance in the Church of The  Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt on Wednesday  21 st January of last week for the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, which was led by  Church of Ireland, Bishop of Meath & Kildare, Most Rev. Pat. Storey  also Rev. William Steacy Rector, Church of Ireland, Kingscourt Rev. Fr. Gerry McCormack, P.P. Kingscourt and Rev Jim Hagan, Ervey Presbyterian Church. The combined choirs of all the churches were accompanied organist’s Roberta Steacy and Derek  Eakins.

L-R  Rev William Steacy (Church of Ireland, Kingscourt) Most Rev Pat. Storey (Bishop of Meath & Kildare) Rev Fr. Gerry McCormack P.P. & Rev  Jim Hagan, (Ervey  Presbyterian Church .

Rev Fr. Gerry McCormack (seated) Rev William Steacy (do.)   Most Rev Pat. Storey (Bishop of Meath & Kildare)  (photo’s by G. Cosgrave) The Bishop was warmly welcomed  on what was her first visit to The Church of the Immaculate Conception, she was also the recipient  of a number of presentations for which she was thankful. Refreshments were provided afterwards in the Parish Centre.  The retiring collection for St. Vincent de Paul realised  €295 .

Kingscourt Blood Donor Clinic Thanks;

The Irish Blood Donor Transfusion Service (IBTS) would like to thank all 107 Donors who attended  the recently held clinic in Kingscourt Community Centre, Kingscourt. It is essential that we maintain and increase the level of support on our next visit to Kingscourt.

A breakdown of the total figures shows that 10 first time donors and 11 former donors attended the clinic.  A total of 1,301 units were required in Cavan General Hospital during 2014. Finally on behalf of all the  patients  in hospital who benefit from your generosity, a heartfelt thank you  to all who attended  or helped with our Kingscourt Clinic in any way.

Active Retirement  AGM;

Kingscourt  Active Retirement   AGM will be held on Friday 6 th. February  at  8.00.pmin the Parish Centre (fees in by the end of February)  North  East region, Dinner Dance in the Nureamore Hotel, Carrickmacross, on Sunday 19 th. February,  Booking by 2 nd. February , contact 086 3109088.

Golf Club  AGM ;

The AGM of  Dun -A-Ri Golf Society  will be held in Clarke’s Bar on February 6 th. at 9.00.pm

Cancer Fund Thanks;

Kingscourt Cancer Fund would like to thank Carol McKenna for a donation of € 725 raised from a recent party night.

Table Quiz ;

St. Joseph’s   N>S. ,Parents  Assoc.  Table Quiz in Murtagh’s on Saturday next  31 st. January  at 8.30.pm, all welcome.

Whist  ;

Top Score ; John Fitzpatrick, 1 st. Lady ; Sadie O’Reilly , 2 nd. Lady ; Victoria Rowntree, 3 rd. Lady ; (shared) Ann Russell & Vera Sherlock, 1 st. Gent ; Harry Rowntree, 2 nd. Gent ;Matt Donagh, 3 rd. Gent ; John Johnston.  Kingscourt Social Services, “Whist Drive” every Tuesday at 8.30.pm in the Matt Talbot Hall. New Members welcome.

Charity Shop Open ;

Kingscourt Charity Shop, which is located in Church Street, is open  on Thursday & Friday  ; 10.00.am to 6.00pm and on Saturday 10.00am to 4.00.pm.

Christmas Dinner ;

Kingscourt Social Services, Christmas Dinner will be held on Sunday next 1 st. February  at 2.00.pm  in Cabra Castle Hotel

Donation to Rapuzel Foundation : 

Congratulations to Ms. Rebecca O’Reilly, (8yrs), 4 Shamrock Avenue, Kingscourt,  who recently donated 15 inches of her hair to the Rapunzel Foundation.

Marriage :

Congratulations to  Ms. Rosie Boylan  & Mr. Keith Valentine on their recent marriage. Couples intending marriage in the Diocese of Meath must complete an ACCORD pre marriage  workshop.

Zimbabwe Mission Draw:

Thanks to all who supported the recent fundraising draw in aid of Fr. Fernando’s , Mission in Zimbabwe, which raised €1600. The prize winners were Dolores Clarke, Mary O’Hurley & Lynda Sherlock.

Regretted  Death :

There was genuine regret and sadness in the area,  at the death on Saturday 17th. January of Pearse  Carolan, Dunheeda, Kingscourt, Co. Meath, peacefully at Our Lady’s Hospital, Navan.  For the deceased who was in his 96 year, it was his first time to be in hospital, he was the last of his family. Pre deceased by his brothers and sister, he is deeply regretted by his loving nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews,  great-grand nieces, great-grand nephews, relatives and many friends.  Reposing at Kieran Bros. Funeral Home, Kingscourt on Sunday afternoon , removal on Sunday evening to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Kingscourt. Requiem funeral Mass on Monday in the Church of The Immaculate Conception, with burial in the adjoining cemetery, he will be sadly missed from the community.

School Enrolment:

Cabra Central  School, enrolment for the new school year, is now taking place at Cabra Central School, Kingscourt . Application  forms and further information is available from the school, contact 042 9667194.

Whist ;

Top Score ; Georgina McArdle ,  1 st. Lady ; Ann Russell,  2 nd. Lady ;  Catherine Blake.  1 st. Gent (shared) Harry Rowntree & Paddy Martin,  2 nd. Gent ; T .P . Callaghan . Kingscourt Social Services, Whist Drive, every Tuesday at 8.30.pm in the Matt Talbot Hall, new members welcome.

Christmas Party :

Kingscourt Social Services, Christmas Party, will be held on Sunday 1 st. February  at2.00.pm in Cabra Castle Hotel, booking at “The Well”, main street, Kingscourt before 26 th. January.

Kingscourt Bridge Club,

John Barry Cup (2014)   Back Row, L-R ; Margaret Greene, & Martha Murtagh, (3 rd. place) Anna Byrne  & Nuala Carolan (2 nd place) Front Row L-R ;  Ena McGinley (President)  John Fitzpatrick & Eileen Hanratty (winners of John Barry  Cup.

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