New purpose-built funeral home

  Work is currently underway on a new purpose built funeral home in Ballybay. 

  This innovative facility is the brainchild of local undertaker Padraig Ward of Wards Funeral Directors and is the first of its kind in Co. Monaghan. 

  When completed the building will house two family viewing rooms, a coffin showroom, kitchen facilities, toilets and a comfortable and spacious foyer for family, relatives and friends.

 The building will also accommodate a double garage and there will be parking spaces for twenty five cars including disabled parking areas.

 Padraig was prompted to undertake this venture in an effort to alleviate some of the worry and concerns faced by people when someone dies in their family. 

  With his new funeral home family, relatives and friends can be assured that everthing will be taken care of under the one roof and that they can remain with their loved ones in quiet and peaceful surroundings.

 Ward's Funeral Directors have been in business since 1977 when Padraig's late father Jim was in charge. 

  Following his father's untimely death in 2001 Padraig took over the running of the business.

 Padraig hopes that the funeral home will be completed early next year and more details will be available nearer the time.

Carol service

 A carol service will be held in Ballintra Church on Monday, December 17th at 8 p.m. 

  The theme of the service will be give thanks and rehearsals are currently underway in the connfraternity rooms. 

  If you would like to take part please phone Brid on 086 3577089.

Bowls

 Congratulations to Pat Farrell and Kathleen and Jim O'Hanlon on winning the outdoor bowling tournament on Bank Holiday Monday, October 29th.

Golf

 Congratulations to Eileen Kerr on a successful year as lady captain of Clones Golf Club. 

  To mark the end of her tenure as Captain, Eileen celebrated at the Captain's dinner dance in Clones on Saturday, November 10th, and as a special courtesy to those who travelled from Ballybay she organised transport to and from the function - thank you Eileen. 

  The Ballybay Golf Society would like to sincerely thank Seamus McElroy for sponsoring their recent outing to Castlehume Golf Club on Saturday, November 10th.

Church gate collection

 A church gate collection to raise funds for the refurbishment of Tullycorbett Hall will be held on Saturday, December 1st and Sunday, December 2nd, and your support would be greatly appreciated.

Farmers market proving very popular

 The popular farmers market will be held in the Riverdale Hotel car park this (Friday) November 16th from 9.30 a.m. until 1.30 p.m. 

  All the usual home made produce will be on sale and with Christmas in mind, plum puddings and cakes will also be on offer.

Anniversary celebrations

 Congratulations to Hazel and Willie Vincent who celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary with a special party in the Riverdale Hotel. 

  To mark the occasion Hazel and Willie were joined by Garnet Carson and Jimmy Vincent who were bridesmaid and best man at their wedding.

Thirty years in  licensed trade

 Mena and Tom Smyth who celebrated thirty years in the pub business last weekend would like to thank everyone who joined in the celebrations.  A most enjoyable time was had by all.

Road resurfacing on Main Street

 The road resurfacing on the Main St. is almost complete and marks the final phase of part two of the streetscape plan for the town.

Healing Mass

 Family Tree Healing Mass for the Holy Souls in Holy Trinity Abbey, Kilnacrott, on Friday, 30th November at 8 p.m.  Holy water, oil and salt will be blessed. 

  Celebrant Abbot Kevin Smith.  Information 049-4336291.

Pilgrimage

 A pilgrimage to Our Lady Queen of Peace House of Prayer takes place on Saturday, November 17th with Mass in Knock at 9 a.m. with Novena in honour of the Blessed Trinity in House of Prayer at 12 noon. 

  Coach will leave Cavan Bus Office at 6.45 a.m. and for bookings contact 049-4336291 / 087 2549960.

Cootehill Chamber of Commerce

 

Reminder to business people that contributions towards Christmas lights are now due.  Please send to Mary O'Toole, Treasurer or drop in to Ulster Bank, Cootehill. 

  Thanks for support down the years, and hopefully there will be  a good response this year from the business people in the area.