From the Archives
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The Lombard and Ulster Team Challenge Final at Cavan Tennis Club shows the winners and runners - up in September 1990. Back (from left) the winners - Marita Leech, Valerie Finnegan, Camilla Clarke, Noel O'Gorman, Eddie Coleman and Malachy Elliott; front, the runners up Bernie McGovern, Andy Stuart, Rory Benville, Hugh Leech and Eileen Murphy.Image 2 of 3
A distinguished visitor at Clones Show in September 1970 last was Erskire Childers, then Tánaiste and Minister for Health. The minister is seen here (right) inspecting farm machinery stand with Major J.W.R. Madden (centre), chairman of the Show Committee and Paddy McKenna, show secretary.Image 3 of 3
Breda McManus, Ballyconnell, winner of the Paddy Taylor Cup for All-Ireland Champion on the flute (15 - 18 years) at the Sligo Fleadh Cheoil in September 1990.25 Years Ago
2000
GPs join new 24-hour service
In September 2000, all GPs in County Cavan and nearly all in County Monaghan - except those based in Monaghan Town - joined a new regional out-of-hours co-operative, known as North East DOC (Doctor on Call).
The initiative aimed to provide faster, more efficient care during evenings, weekends, and holidays, while also improving work-life balance for doctors.
The service, supported by the North Eastern Health Board and the Department of Health and Children, launched on a pilot basis.
It was the first region-wide GP co-operative of its kind in Ireland, with other areas already considering similar services...
Clones businessman fought off attacker
In Clones, local businessman Peter Murray was attacked outside his premises at 9:50pm by a masked man wielding a hammer.
A struggle followed during which Mr Murray was struck multiple times in the head, but the attacker fled empty handed.
Mr Murray was treated at Cavan General Hospital before being released and Gardaí appealed to the public for any information that could assist the investigation...
Tributes paid to retiring County Manager
Monaghan County Council paid tribute to long-serving County Manager, Joe Gavin, who retired after 23 years in the role.
Council members praised Mr Gavin’s dedication, courtesy, and integrity, highlighting the improvements in public services during his tenure.
Chairman Brian McKenna noted that overseeing the county council, four urban councils, and Ballybay Town Commissioners had been a formidable task, but Mr Gavin had handled it with efficiency and professionalism.
Well-wishes were extended to Mr Gavin and his wife Maura for a happy retirement...
Champions met at county border
There was a symbolic meeting at the bridge between counties Cavan and Longford when Cavan senior football champions Gowna and Longford intermediate champions St Columba’s, Mullinalaghta, came together.
Gowna captain Dermot McCabe and St Columba’s captain Christy Reilly met in a show of sportsmanship and celebration, with both clubs proudly displaying their championship trophies...
Donegal cow wins Baileys Champion title
At the Virginia Agricultural Show, Dalevalley Royalty 2 ET EX 93, owned by Roy Cromie of Carnone, Castlefin, Co. Donegal, won the Millennium Baileys Irish Champion Cow competition.
Cromie had two cows in the final.
The presentation was made by Minister of State Ned O’Keeffe, alongside representatives from Baileys Ireland and Glanbia.
50 Years Ago
1975
Cavan housing schemes officially opened
Minister for Local Government J. Tully, officially opened two new housing developments in Cavan Town - one at St Martin’s at Tullymongan and a smaller scheme at Barrack Hill.
The event included a historic ecumenical blessing by the Bishops of Kilmore Dr F. McKiernan (Catholic) and Dr E.F.B. Moore (Church of Ireland).
The developments consisted of 52 houses in total, built at a cost of approximately £246,000.
Barrack Hill houses were built on the sites of derelict properties; while St Martin’s formed a new estate. The Urban Council stated plans to construct 190 more houses by 1980, with a 60-house scheme already submitted for approval...
Virginia take Intermediate Football title
Virginia GAA Club claimed the Cavan Intermediate Football Championship title after defeating Templeport 0-12 to 0-9 in a tense final at Breffni Park.
The sides were evenly matched, with the score tied on six occasions. But Virginia broke away in the final quarter to secure victory by three points, earning promotion to the senior ranks, which they last played in 1971.
100 Years Ago
1925
Anger over slow land distribution
Concerns over the pace of land redistribution were raised at a Cumann na nGaedheal convention in Cavan, chaired by P. Kelly. Delegates expressed frustration that despite recent inspections by land commissioners, little had been achieved on the ground.
Secretary P.J. O’Rourke stated that while three inspectors had visited in February, the expectations set for land division had not been fulfilled.
In the Dowra district, wealthy landowners continued to graze the Corscadden ranch, while poorer men received little benefit.
Similar disappointment was voiced by Cavan branches regarding limited acquisitions from the Farnham Estate.