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Crossmolina Tigers Basketball team won the county U-14 league title with 49 points to 33 win over Castlebar in An Sportlann last Sunday week.

This success is a great boost for the game in the parish and for the coaches Margaret Howley, Meave Tierney, Paul Barrett who have put so much time and effort.

The Tiger's panel and scorers were: Sarah Duffy 19, Jane Fox 9, Nicole Caden 13, Katie Meerick 2, Rachel Melvin 6, Emer Loftus, Marie Larkin, Carol Fairs, Marie O'Donnell, Kate Dolan, Caoimhe Walsh, Sarah Corcoran.

Chronicle AGM

The annual general meeting of the Chronicle committee took place on Wednesday night, April 2 in the Enterprise Centre. The following officers were elected, Editor, Tommy Reidy, Chairperson, Nuala Corcoran McCartney, Secretary, John Hegarty, Treasurers Maureen Munnelly and Anthony Broderick. Committee: Anna Moffatt, Ann Clarke, Mary Granahan, Eamon O'Boyle and PJ Hughes.

Kilmurry Cards

Results of the game held in Kilmurry on April 3 were Best of 20, Sonny and Michael Callaghan, Paddy and Bernie Gilroy, Joe Clarke and Sean McGuinness, Kevin and Aiden Kearns, Tom and Gerry Carolan, Thomas and John Naughton, PJ and Breege McNamara, Phil Kenny and Damien Kearns. Raffle winners were Aiden Crowley, Sean Hopkins, and Pat Gillespie. Hamper winners were Breege McNamara and Tony O'Boyle, Bernie Gilroy and Paddy Joe McNamara.

25 Anniversary Celebrations

Killala GAA Club recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of their winning North Mayo Junior Championship 1983. On that team were Fr Michael Reilly and former Crossmolina goalkeeper Fr Michael Flynn. Guest of honour on the night was Dr Michael Loftus.

Tidy Towns

The spring clean and general litter collection takes place on Saturday, April 19. Meet on the bridge at 10.30am and refreshments will be served afterwards. This is a very important date in our quest to do well in the Mayo Litter League which we have now joined and judging takes place at any time during the summer. Our very hard working volunteers are doing a great job but improvements can only be achieved by hour help and co-operation. So please come along and support our efforts.

We are also entering the Tidy Towns competition this year. In the past we have lost points on litter, derelict buildings, unpainted walls as well as untidy gardens. Please take a look at your property and see how it can be improved and brighten up the town and its surroundings. Let us try and make Crossmolina a place to be proud of.

Active Retirement

Dance and Motion exercise with Claire Hughes on Thursday, April 17 and April 24 at 2pm in the Parish Hall. Members please support.

25 Drive to Aid Kenyan Volunteers

A 25 drive in aid of Donna Munnelly, Helen Queenan and Laura McGarrigle travelling to Kenya with African Impact Volunteer Programme will be held in Kilmurry Community Centre on Thursday, April 17, at 9.30pm. 1st prize €300, 2nd €200, 3rd €150. Spot prizes on the night. Tickets cost €10.

Set Dancing

Set dancing takes place in Hineys Upper Deck every Tuesday night at 9pm with Mildred Byrne.

Senior Citizens

On April 15 there will be an information evening on rights and entitlements in the Town Hall at 7.30pm.

Community Alert

A church gate collection is taking place this weekend, April 19 and 20 after all Masses in aid of Community Alert. Funds raised will help get this project up and running and help make Crossmolina a safer place to live. Your support will be greatly appreciated.

U-16 League

Crossmolina U-16 footballers had a comfortable 4-18 to 2-9 win over Belmullet last Tuesday evening in Division 3 of the county league. Crossmolina team and scorers Shane Keane, Aidan Kearns, Aidan Fergus, Alan Regan, Stephen McHugh 0-1, Daniel McDonnell, Keith Gallagher, Ronan Barrett 0-1, Mickie Loftus, Nigel Lynn 1-1, Darren Jordan, Jason Donnelly 2-8, Ian Kelly 1-6. Subs Neil Mulhern 0-1, Matthew Carey, David Lynn, Jonathan Fergus.

Lotto

There was no winner of the Crossmolina GAA lotto jackpot on Saturday night, April 5. The numbers drawn were 3, 12, 24 and 30. Three punters matched three numbers, Jacinta Lavelle, Church View, Crossmolina, Raymond Coyne, Killala and Laura O'Malley, Castlehill, Ballina, and each win €50. The draw took place in Reilly's. This week's jackpot is €3200. Many thanks for your continued support.

CNSPA

CNSPA meeting on Tuesday, April 15 at 9.30pm in Hiney's. All are welcome.

Fine Gael District Meeting

A meeting of the Ballina District Executive will be held in the Merry Monk, Killala Road, Ballina, on this Wednesday night, April 16, at 9pm. All members are requested to attend, and new members are welcome.

Club Development Draw

Thanks to all who have returned their tickets for the Club Development Draw. Club members will be calling to your house during the week to collect tickets. The money raised from this draw helps the club to provide the best possible facilities for the youth of the parish and anybody interested in sport and fitness.

Sli Challenge

The Irish Heeart Foundation and Ecco shoes have joined forces for the Sli Challenge or Distance Challenge. All you need to do is record your walking each day and complee the challenge to receive your silver or gold pin. Free challenge card are available from Kevin Loftus Drapery.

Table Quiz

A table quiz is being held to raise important funds for Killala Community Playgroup. It will take place on Friday, April 18, in Gilvarry's Bar, Killala, at 9.30pm. Tables of four: €20. Your support would be appreciated.

Mass in Parish Hall

Please note that due to the Restoration work on St. Tiernans Church Mass will be celebrated in the Parish Hall at the usual times, Saturday evening 8pm and Sunday at 9am and 11.30am.

GAA Round-Up

U-10 training Monday evening at 6pm (bring runners); U-12 training on Thursday from 7 to 8pm; U-14 training on Monday evening at 7pm. All fixtures will be posted on the front window of GAA Centre.

News Items

Any relevant news items for the Crossmolina area to be included in the Western People notes section, can be handed into Marian at Crossmolina Community Council by Wednesday before publication date.

Whist

The following are the results of the weekly Crossmolina Whist drive which takes place every Thursday night in the Social Services Centre. Top Score, TC Bourke, 1st Gent, Paddy Fox, 2nd Gent, Robin Marsh, 1st Lady, Ann Patterson, 2nd Lady, Mary O'Boyle, Longest sitting, Pauline Connor, Lowest score, Tom Kettrick. Raffle winners Eileen McBaine, Tom Kettrick and Kathleen McNamara.

Thank You

Thank you is extended to all who supported the recent Alzheimers Tea Day in Kilmurry Community Centre.

U-12 Girls

Crossmolina U-12 girls defeated Lacken in the league last Wednesday. They play Kilmoremoy in St Tiernan's Park tomorrow evening Wednesday, April 16, at 6.30.

Support

A collection for Community Alert will take place outsdie the Town Hall after Mass on Saturday and Sunday, April 19 and 20. It is your community, so please support your Community Alert.

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