Around the Districts: Kilmore and Oulart & The Ballagh
You are invited to learn more about an exciting new tourism resort on lands at the Beak and Neamstown, Kilmore Quay.
A Public Information Event will take place at the Stella Maris Community Centre, Kilmore Quay on Friday, May 2 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., presented by Stephen Carr Architects.
Come along to view the plans for this world-class development, set to bring new opportunities to the local community and the wider region. Everyone is welcome to attend, refreshments will be served.
Pop Up Boutique
The Kilmore Quay RNLI Fundraising Committee are hosting a Pop Up Boutique in the Stella Maris Centre on Friday 25th April from 4pm to 8pm and on Saturday and Sunday 26th/27th April from 10am to 6pm.
The boutique will feature new and nearly new ladies clothes, shoes, accessories, scarves and jewellery, men and children's clothes. Something for everyone!
Parish news
Dates for your diary - Friday 2nd May: The Sacrament of Confirmation will be administered by Bishop Ger Nash in St Mary's Church, Kilmore, at 11.00am. Saturday 17th May: The Sacrament of First Holy Communion administered by Fr Pat in St. Mary's, Kilmore Church at 11.00am.
Ballycogley Players
Due to popular demand, the 'Tenor Team' have announced 3 more pre All-Ireland performances Gorey Little Theatre on 1st May and National Opera House on 5th and 6th May. Tickets for Gorey are available on Eventbrite and tickets for the NOH are available on www.nationaloperahouse.ie or by contacting the Box Office directly.
Ballycogley Hall
Dance practice continues in Ballycogley hall on Wednesdays from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Why not give it a go. For further information please call 086 4088418.
Yoga - Join us for yoga at Ballycogley Community Hall, Wednesday 10-11amBeginning/Gentle Yoga for beginners or those wanting a gentler approach. Or join us on Saturdays, 10-11amCommunity Yoga for all including flow sequences as well as static and dynamic poses to increase strength, mobility, flexibility and balance. Bring your mat, large towel and water. Contact Jodi with interest or any questions at 087 4144006.
Chair Exercise - These classes include exercises in the chair as well as standing exercises using the chair as support. Focus will include movements for balance, mobility, stability and flexibility. Classes are held on Thursdays 10-11am at the Ballycogley Community Hall and all are welcome. Please contact Jodi at 087 4144006 with your availability and interest.
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OULART & THE BALLAGH
Happy Easter
Warm Easter wishes to all in the Oulart -The Ballagh community. May this season of hope and renewal bring happiness to every home
Under 19 Hurling
Congratulations to the Wexford Under-19 Hurling Team on their impressive victory in the Shield Final of the Development Tournament, overcoming Offaly in a strong display. A special mention goes to Oulart-The Ballagh club players Ben Harpur and Peter Whickham for their contribution to the team's success.
The team was captained, from centre-back, by Vincent Higgins, Tara Rocks, son of the former Vera Bolger and grandson of Lucy Bolger and the late Jimmy Bolger, Tinnick.
Hurler of the Week
Congratulations to Wexford Under-20 captain and Oulart-The Ballagh's own Simon Roche on being named BHA Construction Wexford Hurler of the Week. Simon delivered an outstanding performance against Dublin in the Under-20 Hurling Championship, scoring an impressive 1-10 out of 1-17 and was a constant threat, all the way through.
Golf Classic
Oulart-The Ballagh GAA Club will host their annual Golf Classic on Thursday, 6th June at Courtown Golf Club, with tee times from 8.20am to 4.00pm. Entry is €160 per team of four, with great prizes on offer for 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed teams. Tee sponsorship is available for €100, and green sponsorship for €200. Gather your team and secure your slot by texting 086 601 2000
Safe Routes to School
Ballaghkeene N.S. Safe Routes to School application is now at section 38, public consultation stage. This will be open to the public until Thursday 8th May. Detailed drawings of the proposal can be viewed at locations around the village including the School, the Church, the Community Centre and the Health Centre. Submissions can be made to Wexford Co. Council via their website, https://consult.wexfordcoco.ie, up until 16:00 Thursday 8th May.
Seomra Fiadh
Ballaghkeene N.S. celebrated the opening of Seomra Fiadh on Friday 4th April. The room is in memory of little Fiadh O'Connor, who sadly passed away on 5th April 2023.
The outdoor room is a fantastic addition to the school and is testament to the effort put in by family and volunteers in recent months, particularly Fiadh's parents, Laura and Rory.
The multi-activity, outdoor learning room comes complete with chalk boards, swings, Lego stations, sand trays, timber benches and a synthetic grass floor. The room is bringing joy and happiness to all the pupils on a daily basis, just like Fiadh brought to her family and friends during her short life.
Under 14 Camogie
Congratulations to Oulart-The Ballagh's Zara Britton, Serena Scallan, Sarah Butler, Mia Doyle, Callie Foley-Fortune, Kiera Gibbons and Annie Heffernan on making the Wexford Under 14 Development Squad, 2025. Onwards and upwards!
Get Well wishes
Best wishes for a speedy return to full health to all members of the local community who are ill, at home or in hospital. You are remembered at weekend Masses and in the prayers of the community.
Eucharistic Adoration
On Tuesdays, Eucharistic Adoration takes place in St. Mochua's Chapel, Oulart, 9am-7.45pm, followed by Divine Mercy Chaplet, with Benediction. Eucharistic Adoration will begin in St. John The Baptist Church, The Ballagh, (after 10.30 am Mass, until 3pm) on Wednesday, 16th. April.
Club Lotto
The numbers drawn on Wednesday 16th April were 3, 20, 21, 28 and the Bonus number was 6. Gavin Breen, Corina Shinners and Bob Dunne matched 3 numbers and shared €150. The next Lotto Draw will take place in The Crazy Bear, on Wednesday30th April. The Prize Fund stands at €7,700.
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Around the Districts: Ballymore-Mayglass to Taghmon-Camross
Syndicate It's that time of year again when the St Fintan's GAA Club is setting up its Euro Millions syndicate. The syndicate will play four lines (with plus) in each of the twice weekly Euro millions draws. The total cost for the year is €30 with the first draw on August 26 and the last draw on August 21, 2026. The full payment must be received by Monday, August 25. The numbers for the euro millions draw are 10, 22, 34, 35, 50-02, 09. 01, 06, 13, 41, 44,-06, 10. 11, 18, 40, 43, 46 – 06, 11. 13, 43, 45, 46, 50 – 04, 05. Why not take a chance 'it could be you'. SOCIAL DANCING Keep fit and learn to dance Ballycogley Community Hall Wednesdays seven. 30 to 9.30 p.m. Information call Marianne at 086 4088418. Chair Exercise Interested in Chair Exercise classes? This class will include exercises in the chair as well as standing exercises using the chair as support. Focus will include movements for balance, mobility, stability and flexibility. Classes are held on Thursdays 10.11 a.m. at the Ballycogley Community Hall and all are welcome. Please contact Jodi at 087 4144006 with your availability and interest. Notes If you wish to have any items included in the notices for Ballymore-Mayglass you may do so by email at conzarcat@ or by contacting Paddy at 087 9680419. It is important that the deadline for submitting notices for inclusion in the Ballymore-Mayglass area notices are now received on or before 5 p.m. on the Saturday prior to the date of publication. On the weekend of a bank holiday, we should receive the notices on or before 7 p.m. on Thursday evenings. Many thanks for your continued support. Yoga Join us for yoga at Ballycogley Community Hall, Wednesday 10.11 a.m. Beginning/Gentle Yoga for beginners or those wanting a gentler approach. Or join us on Saturdays, 10.11 a.m. Community Yoga for all including flow sequences as well as static and dynamic poses to increase strength, mobility, flexibility and balance. Bring your mat, large towel and water. Contact Jodi with interest or any questions at 087 4144006. Club lotto The St Fintan's GAA Club in association with St Mary's Rosslare hold its fundraising lotto each Tuesday evening. Tickets for the draw cost €2 and are available from the usual seller's or from any committee member. The jackpot now stands at €15,000. The numbers drawn were 4, 17, 19 and 23. There was three match-three winners Conor Fox, Ann Keeling and Conal Grant. We thank you for your continued and generous support. Condolences We express our condolences to the family and friends of the late Deirdre Kielthy Carverry Cregg Ballycogley, who sadly died during the past week. Following her funeral Mass in St Fintan's church Mayglass Deirdre's remains were laid to rest in Mayglass cemetery. May she rest in peace. St Fintan's The club received planning permission for the building of its gym. On the playing field the intermediate football team needed a spirited second half performance in defending Taghmon-Camross and the same team was soundly beaten by St Mary's of Maudlintown. The junior B football team also suffered defeat when playing Kilmore and this team played Shelmaliers on Saturday evening last. The under-eight football team played a couple of games in Ballymore against St Martin's and St Mary's of Maudlintown. The under-14 football team overcame Crossabeg-Ballymurn and the under-16 hurling team defeated St James. In defeating St Abban's the minor team made it two wins from two games. Temple Street Hospital The Rowe family would like to thank St Fintan's GAA Club, the people of the parish of Ballymore-Mayglass and the wider community for their support of Killians coffee morning on Sunday last also the hall committee, all the volunteers, the parking attendants, Bolgers of Ballycogley and those who baked and helped with tea and coffee. The ticket sellers and those that donated prizes. The family really appreciate your unwavering support and kindness during the last six weeks. The total raised was €4,300 and this will be of great benefit to St Gabriel's Ward Temple Street Hospital were Killian received the best of care during his stay. Bannow-Ballymitty Sad Passing Deepest sympathy to the Hogan family Coolishall on the death of Sheila Hogan née Kearns last Wednesday. Sheila is survived by her husband John and daughter Rosie, sisters Annie, Kathy, Bridie and Eileen and brother Pat, grandchildren Tommy and Amanda, relatives and friends. Sheila reposed in Ryan's funeral home on Friday from 4 p.m. till 8 p.m., funeral Mass was on Saturday in Carrig-on-Bannow church at 11 a.m. followed by burial in adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. ADVERTISEMENT Learn more Bannow CCE Well done to everyone who represented Bannow C.C.É. at the Leinster Fleadh over the weekend. Huge congratulations to those who qualified to play at the all-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil. We now look forward to performing at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in our home county. Bannow C.C.É. medal winners are as follows. First Place: 12-15 céilí Band 12-15 Grúpaí Ceoil JP Harpur – under-12 Mouth Organ Lainey Rossiter – under-12 Whistling Maria Gilbane – 12-15 Fiddle Airs Evelyn Gilbane – 12-15 Flute Airs Odhran McPhillips – 12-15 Whistling Róisín Wall – 15-18 Lilting Aoife Kehoe – under-18 Comhrá Gaeilge Eve Donohoe – Senior Fiddle Airs Aoife Colfer – Senior Lilting Second Place Senior Grúpaí Ceoil Lainey Rossiter – under-12 Ladies English Singing Cormac Cunningham, Maria and Evelyn Gilbane – 12-15 Trio Siún Allen – 12-15 Piano Tara Redmond 12-15 Whistling Áine Breen – 12-15 Lilting Adam Ryan – 12-15 Men's English Singing Billy Cunningham – 15-18 Banjo Aoibhe Reville – 15-18 Lilting Eve Donohoe – Senior Fiddle Eve Donohoe and Billy Cunningham – Senior Duet Shelly O'Grady – Senior Accompaniment and Harp Airs Cillian Cullen – Senior Lilting. Phil Murphy Weekend The 33rd Phil Murphy weekend takes place from July 24 till July 27. Opening night will be held in the Red Door by Kieran Hanrahan, followed by music in the Marquee with the Kilkenny and Danescastle music group. Friday night concert at 8 p.m. in the marquee stars Four Men and a Dog and Patrick Fitzpatrick and Pat Bass plus guests. Saturday a tune workshop in the marquee at 11 a.m. Afternoon tunes in the pub from 3 p.m. In the church concert at 7.30 p.m. with Seán Keane and his band. At 9.30 concert in the marquee with Cherish the ladies, Manus McGuire and Benny McCarthy, Eileen McClusky and John Nugent. On Sunday the O'Riads Mass in the church at 11 a.m. The singing gathering will be held in the Tin Sandwich at 12.30 with Séamus Brogan and guests. In the marquee at 12.30 Afternoon Concert with Crying Uncles, Clem O'Brien Band, Bothar Glas, Robin Hurt and Danescastle Music Group. 6 p.m. Mumming Exhibition 7.30 Closing Concert with Martin O'Connor, Cathal Hayden and Séamus O'Dowd, The Corach Ceili Band and the Bar of Lough Band. Seisiun The Danescastle music group hold a Seisun every Monday night in the Talbot hotel from the beginning of July starting at 8 p.m. Traditional Irish music, song, dance and storytelling, come along and join in or just enjoy the entertainment. Patron Dates Carrig patron August 10 2 p.m. in Carrig church. Bannow patrons August 15 7 p.m. in Bannow weather permitting. Shemogues patron August 17 at 7 p.m. in Shemogues weather permitting. Social dancing dancing continues in Carrig Community centre with the following Bands for July. On Wednesday July23rd T & N Dance Band, July30th Michelle Murphy. All welcome refreshments served. This week's split-the-pot winner was Tracey O'Neill winning €242. Carrig Community Centre Yoga every Monday evening at 7 p.m. and Thursday morning at 9.30 a.m. and chair yoga at 11 a.m. just come along and enjoy, pay-as-you-go. Bridge is played every Tuesday night. Slimming world is every Wednesday 5.30 till 7.30 p.m. Dance Fit classes every Thursday night. Bingo every Saturday night from 8 p.m. all welcome. BALLYMITTY HALL DATES FOR DIARY Car Boot and Market – unfortunately Ballymitty Carboot will not be back this year due to low attendance and footfall. Women's Shed – Ballymitty Hall. Monday mornings from 10 a.m. to midday All welcome to come join. Drive-in-Bingo Come to Ballymitty for Drive-in-Bingo on Monday nights to enjoy a game of bingo while sitting in your car, bingo starts at 8.30 p.m. – Free baby books for kids playing with their grandparents/parents for the summer months – June to September. Bree-Galbally Bree Hall Library All books have been replaced in the community centre library. Hall is open on most days, except Sundays, from 9 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Donations of books can be left in at the library at any stage and are most welcome. Bree Ladies Fitness Bootcamp in Bree Community Centre. Monday 11 a.m. (Active Retirement). Monday 6.30 p.m. (All ages). Tuesday 9.15 a.m. (All ages). Thursday 9.15 a.m. (All ages). Thursday 10.30 a.m. (Active Retirement). Thursday 6.30 p.m. (All ages). Saturday 9.30 a.m. (All ages). Suits all fitness levels. €8 pay-as-you-go. Community Centre Bookings Please contact email communitycentre@ for all Community Centre bookings and contact info@ for Bree Hub bookings. Hot desks are available at €10 daily rates at the Hub, Bree Community Centre. Vacancies in Bree CEP GAA Grounds Worker, Ballyhogue. General Maintenance/Environmental Worker, Galbally. If you are in receipt of a Social Welfare payment for more than one year, are over the age of 21, interested in any of the above vacancies and would like some more information, please call into the CE Office located in Bree Community Centre from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Monday to Friday, or call Martina at 053 9247613 or 086 8371932. Bree Vintage Club Run Bree Vintage Club annual road run will take place on September 21. Patron Date Bree Patron is on Sunday, August 17. Taghmon-Camross Church News – Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday: Cleariestown 6 p.m. – Caroreigh 8 p.m. Sunday: Trinity 9 a.m. – Taghmon 10.15 a.m. – Rathangan 11.30 a.m. Weekday Mass Schedule Tuesday: Cleariestown 9.30 a.m. Wednesday: Caroreigh 9.30 a.m. Thursday: Rathangan 9.30 a.m. – School Mass Friday: Taghmon 10 a.m. – School Mass Adoration Times Duncormick – Monday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. – New Adorers always welcome Taghmon – Tuesday 11 a.m. to midday – New Members welcome Cleariestown – Thursday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Caroreigh – Monday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. – except Bank Holiday Mondays and the months of June and July. Check out our Caroreigh Community Page and Taghmon Rathangan Parish page for all Church Notices. Caroreigh Field-day The Caroreigh annual field day starts at 1.30 p.m. this Sunday, July 27, The event will feature all the customary stalls and attractions including bottle, cake, produce, pongo, spin and win, books, children's races, golf, barbecue, tractor rides, horse racing, shop, hurling puck, penalty kick, crossbar challenge, hang tough, daisy the cow, name the doll, fishing, rings, darts, plotto, raffles, tea and much, much more... The fancy dress parade will be led out by the New Ross and District Pipe Band. We are also anticipating a highly successful dog show with 10 categories. This event promises to be an excellent family outing. Entry to the field is by donation. Test your luck with the annual tickets €2 each or a book of three €5 available from parishioners. If anyone requires more tickets, please contact any of the committee. Please inform family and friends about this event. For queries regarding above contact Kay at 087 2680273/kaynolandoyle@ ANCCR Vacancies Anccr Area Development CLG – Community Employment Scheme Are recruiting for a Community Employment Scheme Supervisor. Based in Raheen, Co. Wexford, covering areas of Adamstown Newbawn Clonroche Camross Cushinstown and Raheen. This full-time, 39 hours per week, position is offered on a one-year fixed-term contract. The role is supported by a Community Employment Scheme under the Department of Social Protection, which funds CE personnel on our scheme. For full details visit or email anccrareadevelopment@ Camross Hall News (Y35 YY89) Dancing at Camross On Friday, August 1, Camross Hall will host a dance event featuring the talented Stacey Breen. Admission is €10, which includes tea. The event will commence at nine PM and continue till late. Consider organising a group outing or a ladies' night for an enjoyable experience. A delightful evening is guaranteed with ample opportunities for dancing. Check out Camross Hall's Facebook page for further details on all upcoming events or contact kaynolandoyle@ Taghmon History Society Membership reminder: Membership fees are now due. New members welcome, contact Kay Doyle, 087 2680273/kaynolandoyle@ Meeting The next meeting of the Taghmon History Society is scheduled to be held at Scout Hall on Thursday, July 31, at approximately 9: 00 PM. We will be discussing the Journal We have a busy agenda for the evening and anticipate accomplishing substantial work. All are welcome to attend, including prospective new members.
The Irish Sun
14-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
Groom's ‘attention-seeking' sister shamed for wearing white to his wedding – then bizarrely claiming it's ‘sage green'
A WOMAN has left the internet outraged after claiming her white bridal dress was actually sage green. Looking at the dress, you would mistake her for the bride, but she was actually the groom's brother's girlfriend. 3 Many claimed the wedding guest was trying to look like the bride Credit: Getty - Contributor 3 She insisted her dress was sage green but others weren't convinced Credit: Reddit 3 The style of the dress also had people raising their eyebrows Credit: Reddit One gobsmacked In the post, the wedding guest revealed that the dress code was 'summer pastel chic.' That meant many of the guests came in butter yellow, soft pinks and lilacs. But one guest took the pale colour-scheme too far when she turned up in an off-white gown. READ MORE ON WEDDINGS While she claimed the dress was sage green, many argued it was far too pale to be able to tell. In the pictures, her dress looked off-white and to top it off, had a very bridal structure to it. The dress had a sweetheart neckline, off the shoulder sleeves, and a tight corset top decorated with delicate flowers. The skirt came down to the floor showing a glimpse of her sage green heels. Most read in Fabulous She was also spotted holding a white veil throughout the wedding. The Reddit post read: "The dresscode was summer pastel chic, so think Easter colours. "The gf (girlfriend) of the groom's brother wore a sage green (wedding) dress that in no way, shape or form appeared to be sage green, or any other colour. "The veil she's carrying was the flower girl's (her daughter)." Shockingly, it turns out that this was not the first time one of the wedding guests had asked to wear something inappropriate at the wedding. "This was after the MIL had asked the bride if she could wear a white jumpsuit to the wedding, to which the bride obviously said no," they continued. The One person wrote: "Wow, that's very bridal." Another commented: "Are you joking? I thought the first photo was the bride's dress for comparison. Unless my phone screen is f**ked, I cannot understand how that is remotely green. How rude." "Is she roleplaying a bride since her bf hasn't married her yet?" penned a third. Wedding Guest Outfit Etiquette If you're struggling to decided on a dress to see you through wedding season, here's a few rules on what not to wear so you don't get in trouble. Folklore says that wearing red at a wedding means you slept with the groom. Casual attire like jeans and flip flops should always be avoided. Any colour that could be picked up as white or cream - even if it's not. Most would agree that your cleavage needs to be covered. Wearing white is a massive no-no if you're not the bride. "Some guests did think that she was jealous because she has kids with the groom's brother but no ring yet," replied the poster. Meanwhile a fourth said: "Ok that's fully a wedding gown ma'am. Couldn't even let her have one day huh?" "Her shoes are sage green. The dress is not,' claimed a fifth Someone else added: "Is she that hungry for attention?"
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders legend secretly quit the show three years ago – and has no plans to return
AN EastEnders legend has secretly quit the show - three years after their dramatic exit. The BBC soap aired a lowkey exit for the fan favourite and kept quiet about her bowing out. 2 Linda played the iconic Shirley Carter for 16 years in EastEnders Credit: BBC/Kieron McCarron/Jack Barnes 2 She will soon reunite with her on-screen son Danny Dyer in his Sky comedy Mr Bigstuff Credit: ©Sky UK Actress Linda Henry played Viewers watched as Shirley, broken from the disappearance at sea of her son Mick, took Lady Di and Back in 2023 then show boss Chris Clenshaw insisted Linda was just taking a break from the show. He said: "So, Linda Henry is currently taking a break from the show. Read more on EastEnders "But you know, when she walked off with Lady Di last year, in the wake of Mick's disappearance, it won't have been the last you see of her. 'I can say that for sure." However two years later, and three years after Linda's final scenes - The Sun can confirm that there are no plans for her return. A source said: 'Linda quit EastEnders in 2022. Most read in Soaps 'The door was left open for a return for Shirley in the future because she was such a fan favourite but it was a final exit. 'Linda is very private and not one of the actors who wants to be a celebrity and didn't want a big fuss so a lowkey exit made sense at the time.' EastEnders' Shirley Carter violently attacks paedo Katy Lewis after discovering horrifying truth Now Linda is making her return to acting - and it's alongside her EastEnders son Danny Dyer. She will play mechanic Pam in his Sky comedy Mr Bigstuff, marking her first television appearance in three years. Show creator Ryan Sampson teased the pair's reunion, telling Radio Times: "We've got Linda Henry, who was Shirley – Danny's mum – in EastEnders, which is a lovely little Easter egg for the EastEnders crowd. 'That I'm really excited about. She is amazing."
