Around the Districts: Glynn-Barntown to Over the Water
All roads lead to Ferrycarrig Home Bank on this coming Sunday for the annual regatta.
Commencing at 10.30 a.m., everyone is welcome to come and watch the thrills and spills of over 20 races.
DANCE SUMMER CAMP
Very few places remain for the Dance Camp Barntown Community Centre this summer. Book now to secure your spot by contacting Saoirse at 086 0891903. Dancing, singing, Drama, Musical Theatre, Arts/Crafts, Games and Performance. July 24 and 25 from 10.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Ages five to 12 years. €65 (sibling discount).
SENIOR STEP and MOVE CLASSES
Step and Move: Classes are aimed at 50 plus years but everyone is welcome. Sessions consists of a warm-up, steps and movement, gentle chair exercises and a cool down – all to music. The sessions can help to loosen joints, help with balance and increase flexibility. Everyone ends up singing to the music and forgetting about the physical side of things. The class can be as strenuous or as easy as you wish – it's completely up to you, but you're guaranteed to feel progress. Join me (Saoirse) every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to midday in Barntown Community Centre Y35 X032. Call or text at 086 0891903 for more information or to let me know you're coming. Classes continue throughout the summer. New members always welcome.
MINI BOP HIP HOP
Due to transition from senior infants to first class, a limited number of spaces are now available for Mini Bop Hip Hop in Barntown Community Centre. Little ones from ages three to six years can boogie and bop and have lots of fun while keeping active through music. Numbers are strictly limited. Please contact Saoirse (Saoirse's Dance and Fitness Academy) at 086 0891903 to book a spot or for further information. Classes commence on Tuesdays in September from 1.45 p.m. to 2.30 p.m. Pay as you go.
GAA GOLF CLASSIC
Save the date – Friday, September 5, at Rosslare Golf Links. Team of four including food €230. To book a tee, get in touch at 087 2260312.
TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS
Notice is hereby given that Wexford County Council has decided to close the road listed hereunder to vehicular traffic from Monday, July 14, to Friday, July 18, to facilitate resurfacing work to the Deeps Bridge, Deeps, Co. Wexford. Road: L3006-2/3 at Deeps/Killurin from its junction with the L2045 at Killurin to its Junction with the L7011 at Newtown Upper. Alternative Route: From Killurin to Ardcandrisk to Ferrycarrig to Kyle Cross to Deeps via the L2045, R730, N11 and the L3006. Alternative routes will be signposted. Local access will be facilitated.
SPLIT THE POT
This week's split-the-pot winner was Yvonne Halligan and her prize money was €230. The draw took place on Sunday evening, July 13, at Wexford Service Station, Newtown Road and Yvonne bought her winning ticket in Killeens Maxol Service Station. Revolut €2 to 087 2390972 for your chance to win. Thanks to everyone for your continued support.
MICHAEL LAFFAN TOURNAMENT
The 2025 Michael Laffan Tournament was recently held as part of the Wexford Coaching and games ASH initiative, with over 160 young hurlers from all over the county on show. The Sun was out and yet again the event was a massive success. This year, it was the Rathnure arena (with lots of our own boys) that won Cup honours, while Duffry Rovers took home the shield. Many thanks to all the helpers on the day; Jenny and her apprentices in the shop, Julie, Grainne, and Olivia, who fed the Masses with delicious burgers. Our car parking experts, Niall Donoghue, Johnny Doyle and Brian Cummins. Mickey Heavin was on hand, all day, to attend to any injuries and we wish Thomas Ryan from Ballyhogue a speedy recovery. Dermot Ryan, Ray Harris, James Flynn and Brendan Doyle also helped out, in no small way, to ensure the day would be the success it was. Thanks to the three referees, Martin Quigley, David Fitzgerald and Aidan Foley, who did excellent jobs in keeping the games flowing. Last but not least thanks to Paul Laffan for ensuring the day ran smoothly. We are looking forward to the 2026 tournament already.
BARNTOWN TIN WHISTLERS
Get ready for the Fleadh with Maggy May's Slow Session every Tuesday from 8.30 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. Learn new tunes and improve your skills at a slower pace with the Barntown tin-whistlers. Ideal for beginner to intermediate musicians. All instruments welcome. Free event.
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CONDOLENCES
Deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Bernadette Curtis (née Broaders) on her recent passing. Bernadette was a tremendous lady in her 100th year. She will be greatly missed by family, extended family members and neighbours and friends. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May She rest in peace.
PATRONS 2025
Sunday, August 3 – Barntown at 2 p.m. (Prayers) Sunday, August 10 – Killurin at 1.30 p.m. (Prayers) Sunday, August 10 – Glynn at 2 p.m. (Prayers) Sunday, August 10 – Ardcrandrisk at 3 p.m. (Prayers) Sunday, August 10 – Carrig at 4 p.m. (Prayers) Sunday, September 7 – Whitechurch at 2 p.m. (prayers)
BARNTOWN AFC SUMMER CAMP
Lots of happy kids after the first Glynn-Barntown AFC summer camp. Still time to book into our second one. Open to kids aged five to 13 years. Cost €90 per child. Date: August 18 to August 22. Time 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Included is a jersey, shorts and a football. Sign up online at wexfordafc.ie/summercamps25. Queries to jpbarnes@wexfordfc.ie.
COMMUNITY GAMES
Very well done to our under-12 girls gaelic football team on reaching the Leinster final which took place in Longford last weekend. Although we had no win, the youngsters played a great game in extremely hot conditions. We are so proud of them all.
BABYWEARING IRELAND BWI
Wexford Sling Library are closed for the summer months. Sessions restart in Barntown Community Centre in October.
NOTICES FOR THE PAPER
If you have any news you would like to share, or any club or event you would like to promote in the Glynn-Barntown area, please contact Hillary at 087 2028065 or email Hillary on; hillaryobrien2020@gmail.com.
Oulart and the Ballagh
First Anniversary
The first anniversary Mass for the repose of the soul of Fr John Jordan, former parish priest of Oulart, was celebrated in Castledockrell Church, last Friday, July 11, with four priests concelebrating. Among the congregation were quite a few of his former parishioners from Oulart, there to pay their respects to a much-loved and respected pastor who ministered to them from 1997 till his retirement in 2011.Memory Cards were available on the night and are also available at the back of St Patrick's Church, Oulart.
Parish Committee
At the meeting on July 1 the following officers were appointed – chairman Fr Doyle, Vice-Chair Martin Dempsey, secretary Kathryn O'Dowd, Assistant secretary Tara Finn, treasurer Josie Sinnott and Assistant treasurer Muriel O'Dowd It was agreed that problems with the heating system and the chutes at St Patrick's Church needed immediate attention and it was decided to run some bingo sessions at the GAA grounds to raise funds to defray the cost. Watch this space to learn the date and time of the bingo. The next meeting of the Parish Committee will be held on July 15.
Oulart Active Retired
Oulart Active Retired hold their regular weekly meeting on Tuesdays, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at which they play Indoor Bowls and enjoy a chat and a cuppa. Occasionally, they host other Active Retired groups. The yearly membership fee, covering insurance etc, is €15.
Fit four Life
'Fit for Life' organised by Oulart Active Retired is held in Oulart Community Centre on Thursdays, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. It consists of chair exercises, dance and movements to music along with fun games, especially suitable to the older person, but open to all. To cover costs, a fee of €5 per session, applies.
Social dancing
Every Monday night, social dancing is held in Oulart Community Centre. Doors open at 8 p.m., with dancing from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. €10 admission. Refreshments served.
Over the Water
SHOW MASS
Castlebridge Show will hold their annual Show Mass for deceased show committee members and supporters on Sunday, July 30, at 10.30 a.m in Castlebridge church.
SOCCER TRAINING
Curracloe United Men's A, B and Youths teams return to training tomorrow, Thursday, July 17, at 7.30 p.m and every Tuesday and Thursday from then onwards. All present and new members are most welcome. All enquires to Don Hearne 086 1079608 John Tyrell 086 3864132. Youths John Nolan 087 9831990. Ladies' teams will be back training the first week of August. New members are most welcome. Contact Stanley O'Leary at 087 1340556 with any queries.
SHOW DATE
Reserve Sunday, July 27, for the annual Castlebridge Agricultural show which will be held inbthe local hall. The schedule is available on the website. The committee look forward to seeing you there.
LOTTO DRAW
Results of the Curracloe United lotto draw for Sunday, July 13, The numbers drawn were 1, 13, 14 and 26. There was no jackpot winner and two match-three winners, who each received €75, Ann Doherty, c/o Tavern and Ann Doherty, c/o Tavern and Peggy Kelly, Screen. Next week's jackpot stands at €2,750 and the draw will take place on Sunday, July 20, at 8 p.m. in the Roadhouse, Curracloe.
ENTRIES FOR SHOW
Castlebridge Show committee are now taking entries for their annual show which takes place on Sunday, July 27, in Castlebridge Community Centre.
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