22 January 2025
Borrisoleigh Historical Society
Further details contact: Michael 0862262022 John 0862752634 Jamie :0858566070
Track-Attack Club Notes
Impressive Showing from the 2 Cillians
The inclement weather halted the return of Track-Attack but once the snow and ice melted, we returned with a bang and the eagerness of the participants to kickstart their New Year’s fitness resolutions became evident once the start whistle echoed around the park in Borrisoleigh.
Forty nine people toed the line in the 2km section of opening leg of Destination Latteragh Series which is kindly sponsored by Pallas Cleaning Services (TJ Ryan). A blistering run by the youthful Cillian Butler caught the eye as he stopped the clock at 9:09, although hot on his heels was his first cousin Will Treacy who finished a mere 14 seconds in arrears. The performances of Bronagh Prout and Aoife Bourke were amongst others to catch the eye.
A group of 26 participants tackled the 3km course with the talented duo of Cillian Shanahan and Aisling Carr clocking the fastest times of the night, clocking 13:34 and 13:50 respectively. We also had impressive showings from Ally Cummins, Kate Bourke and Declan Curtis while the Franks’ trio of Thomas, Kenny and Emily all recorded admirable times.
Peter Madden set the early pace in the 4km section with a steady run from start to finish and a finishing time of 15:41. There was nothing sluggish about the crew chasing him down however as Ollie Carr, Tom Keane and Ronan Carr all clipped under the 17 minute mark.
There were fantastic performances right throughout the three distances. The task now is to challenge yourself to improve on your time from last week. It’s never too late to sign up, we welcome all comers to join us on Monday nights. Sign up on www.borrisoleightrackattack.ie
Each week we will have a spot prize draw amongst all finishers where the winner will receive a Track-Attack hat. The winner of the draw in week one is Ronan Carr.
Track-Attacker JJ Bourke
Parish News
Anniversaries
Saturday 25th January @ 7pm:
Michael Maher, Knockbrack & Josie Treacy, Summerhill and all her deceased family members.
Con Kinnane, Kilfithmone.
Philip (Phil) Ryan, Rathmoy – Months’ Mind
Marian O’Mahony, Knockanevin – 1st Anniversary
Also we remember in our prayers Oliver (Ollie) Ryan, Main St, whose funeral took place last week.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Every year, Christians from all over the world celebrate a week of prayer for Christian Unity. Thes year, the Ecumenical Community of Bose in Northern Italy have prepared a series of prayers and reflections to commemorate 1700 years since the Council of Nicaea, a fruit of which was the Nicene Creed that we profess at Mass. This year’s theme is “Do you believe this?”, from the Gospel of John. To mark the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, the parish of Knockainey and Patrickswell have organised an Ecumenical Worship Service Saturday 25th January at 12 noon in Saint Mary’s Church, Knockainey. All Christian faiths welcome.
Medjugorje International Youth Festival
2nd – 9th August 2025. Spiritual Director Rev. David Lane. €799 half board including flights from Cork. €50 discount if deposit paid by 15th January. Travel with Joe Walsh Tours. Group Leader Anna O’Shaughnessy 089 4038650/086 2959380. Only 25 places available.
Thought of the Week
The power of prayer can move mountains of despair.
Eucharistic Adoration
Borrisoleigh Active Social Club
The AGM of Borrisoleigh Active Social Club takes place on Wednesday February 5th at 7pm in the Community Centre Borrisoleigh. Nominations for any of the officers roles can be registered with Dolly Secretary 087 1932196 or before Wednesday January 29th. Membership for the coming year is €20 which will need to be paid on or before February 5th.
Back to Work Course
Meals on Wheels Kitchen Assistants Required
Borris-Ileigh GAA History Book
A book is currently being compiled about the history of GAA and Scór in Borrisoleigh. We are looking for names and photos if possible of :
Set Dancers: 1978, 1979, 1980, 2001 and 2008 sets ( they all won the North Final).
Ballad Groups: 1984 and 1985 North Final Winners.
Novelty Act: 2018 (County Final Winners).
You can contact this page directly or contact Carol Kinnane 086 371 2952
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Hi all,
I’ve been tasked with compiling and writing a history of GAA activity in the primary schools, e.g. North Finals/ County Finals, Primary Game, INTO mini sevens etc.
The more recent history is fairly well documented, however older records are sparse. I don’t want to leave anyone out!
If you are aware of any noteworthy GAA related facts from 1987 to present in relation to Fantane NS, St Theresa’s GNS, St Patrick BNS or Scoil Naomh Cualán please get in contact with me at scoilnaomhcualan@gmail.com. Or you can drop photos, newspaper cuttings etc. into the school and I’ll photocopy or scan what’s needed.
I’m looking for photos of teams, photos of Primary Game representatives, write ups from finals, coaches that were involved over the years, pupils who went on to represent Tipperary in the various codes, GAA quiz winners etc.
Many thanks for your help,
Michael Small
Knitting and Crochet Group
The Knitting and Crochet Group meets on Wednesday from 10am to 11.30am in the Community Centre. New members welcome. For queries please contact Mary at 0863098982
Pic of the Past
Jimmy Ryan, Lower Street,
Harry Groome, Clodagh Bar
and John Casey, St. Brigid’s Villas
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