Congratulations to Margaret (nee Gill) and Brian Gildea, Narin Road, Glenties on the birth of their third child, a baby brother (Cian) for Conor and Daniel.

Congratulations to Amanda and Laurence Gallagher, Letterkenny on the birth recently of their second child, a little sister for Alisha. Laurence is a son of Eileen and the late Cormac Gallagher, Main St. Glenties.

Congratulations to Kieran Bonner, Straboy, Glenties and Marie Conroy from County Laois who got engaged recently.

Congratulations to Martin Gallagher who topped the poll at the Ogra Fainna Fail Conference in Tullamore, Co. Offally, when he was elected to the National Executive of Ogra Fianna Fail representing Connaught Ulster. Martin is a son of John and Eithne Gallagher, Church Road, Glenties. Congratulations also to Ian Molloy who will be representing Third Level on the College Panel. Ian is a son of John and Jackie Molloy, Mully, Glenties. Well done boys.

The Ionad Pobal agus Spoirt Naomh Mhuire Teo committee would like to thank everyone for their continued support. The Christmas Concert was very successful and everyone will agree that the performances were brilliant. There is massive talent in all our young people. We would like to say congratulations to all the winners in the Christmas Draw – Rose Mc Dyer, Ard Mc Gill, Glenties – 2,500 Euro. Bridget Kee, Mullantyboyle, Glenties – 1,000 Euro. Logan and Shana Quinn, Straboy, Glenties – 500 Euro. Liam Farren, Derry – 200 Euro. Christine Breslin, Kilraine, Bridie Boyle, Station Road and Helen Sully, Station Road, Glenties – 100 Euro each. The Gym is a great facility and we are glad to see it being used. Contact 087-6613365 to book the sports hall. It is hoped to have Mass and the Blessing of the Gym very shortly and parents will be notified.

A group will be going on pilgrimage to Medjugorje on the 10th May 2008. The cost is 579 Euro for seven nights – Full board. They will be departing from Belfast. For further information contact Noreen Feeney at 074 9541689. 

A Table Quiz in aid of St. Luke’s Hospital, Dublin will take place in the Highlands Hotel, Glenties at 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday 27th February and will take place every Wednesday until further notice. Four per team and entry fee is 5 Euro per person. Come along and have a good night’s fun and support this very worthy cause.

A Night of Céilí and Barn Dancing will be held by Club Céilí na Gleannta in The Community Centre, Glenties from 9.00 p.m. – 12.00 on Friday 29th February. Music is by The Gallagher Sisters and Art Mc Nally. Admission is 8 Euro. Supper will be served.

A Special Day Pilgrimage in Knock to honour St. Joseph will take place on Friday 14th March. The programme is as follows :- 1.45 p.m. – Assemble in Basilica. 2.00p.m. – Reflection on St. Joseph and Fatherhood will be delivered by Fr. John Harris O.P. 2.30 p.m. – Stations of the Cross. 3.00 p.m. Mass followed by Benediction and General Blessing. Confessions will be available from early morning through the day. For further details, contact Margaret Davin at 086 3891595 or Sean Davin at 086 2590747.

Keyboard Lessons for Beginners will commence on Saturday 23rd February. For further information please contact Laura Mc Ginley Dip. B.M.C. at 087 6362590 after 7.00 p.m. 

A Night of Céilí and Barn Dancing will be held by Club Céilí na Gleannta in The Community Centre, Glenties on Friday 29th February. Music is by The Gallagher Sisters and Art Mc Nally. Admission is 8 Euro. Supper will be served.

Congratulations to Glenda Kane Mountcharles and Stephen Love Donegal Town who were married in Mountcharles on Saturday 2nd February 2008. Glenda is a granddaughter of the late Denis and Mary Mc Hugh, Ardconnell, Glenties and daughter of Ann and Michael Kane, Mountcharles. She has recently opened a Barber Shop in Glenties.

A meeting of the Glenties Parish Council will be held tonight Thursday 14th February in the Highlands Hotel at 9.00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Congratulations to Paula and John Roarty, Straboy, Glenties on the birth of their sixth child a little brother (Neil) for Shaun, Catlyn, Conor, Liam and Finbar.

Congratulations to Marie Bonner, Glen Road and Darren Melly, Main Street, Glenties who got engaged recently.

Sincere sympathy is extended to Liam Duffin and family, Station Road, Glenties on the death last week in St. Joseph’s Hospital, Stranorlar, of Liam’s sister, Maura Mc Elhinney, Ramelton.

The death took place at Letterkenny Hospital on Wednesday evening 30th January 2008 of Kathleen Brennan (nee Byrne), Main Street, Glenties. Her remains were brought to the home of her cousin Bernie Mc Loone, Main Street, on Thursday afternoon and to St. Connell’s Church, Glenties on Friday evening. Kathleen’s cousin, Fr. John Mc Loone assisted by Fr. Pat Prendergast concelebrated Requiem Mass on Saturday morning at 11.00a.m. Readings were by Mary Francis Long and John Mc Loone. Fr. John read Prayers of the Faithful. Declan, Mary, Nicola and Chloe Mc Loone brought the Gifts to the Altar. A Reflection was read by Ann Mc Loone. Music and singing was by Pat and John F. O’ Donnell. Burial took place in the New Graveyard. Kathleen is survived by cousins, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, other relatives and friends to whom sincere sympathy is extended. Her husband Thomas predeceased her in November 1990. Kathleen lived all her life in Glenties where she had a Drapery Business until recent years.

Plans are afoot at Edeninfagh National School to commemorate the school’s 70th Anniversary in October of this year. The staff is currently compiling a history of the school and would appreciate the help of former students. If anyone has photos, stories and items of interest from the past, we would be grateful if you could contact Mary Quinn at the Glen Tavern. If you feel you would like contribute to the arranging of the 70th celebration could you also contact Mary Quinn.

Tá dusraith leaghta cheanna féin le céiliúradh 70ú blain a dhéanamh ar S.N. Èadain Fhionn Fhraoich ag deireadh mí Deireadh Fómhair. Tá foireann na scoile ag bailiú eolais maidir le stair na scoile. Iarrtar ar iar-scolairí ghriangrafanna, scéaltaí nó foinsí eolais a fhágail istigh ag Mary Quinn sa Glen Tavern. Má tá suim ag aon duine pairt a ghlacadh sa chéiliúradh seo chuir glaoch ar Mary Quinn.

Charlie Daly Fianna Fail Cumann A.G.M. will take place in the Highlands Hotel on Friday evening 8th February at 8.00p.m. Also, on the same evening, Ogra C.D.C. are holding a Table Quiz at 9.00 p.m. in the same venue. Teams of four – 40 Euro per table. Your support would be very much appreciated. There will also be a raffle on the night.

Congratulations to James Trimble who graduated from University of Limerick with a Bachelor of Science Degree. James is a son of Patrick and Margaret Trimble, Maas, Glenties and is a past pupil of Kilkenny National School and St. Columba’s Comprehensive, School, Glenties. He is currently teaching in Community College, Carrick-on-Shannon.

The Special Olympics will hold their Annual Church Gate Collection next weekend. The collection will provide sports events, for people of all ages with a learning disability.

A new scheme has been announced for farmers who have a walkway through their land. This scheme will start with the Bluestack Way from Donegal Town to Ardara via Lough Eske, Drimarone, Doobin, Meenahalla and along the river from Glenties to Ardara. Any farmer or landowner along this route who is interested in details of the scheme should contact John at 086 6059220 or Frank Kelly D.L.D.C. at 074 9127057. A meeting with landowners will take place in due course.

The White Oaks Centre, Derryvane, Muff, Co. Donegal provides a residential treatment programme for people recovering from alcohol and drug addiction. The majority of the Rehabilitation Centre’s 700 clients are from Donegal. The centre is appealing for financial help and every parish has been asked to hold a once-off collection on the first Sunday of Lent. If you would like to support this cause please put your donation into the Offertory Collection basket next Saturday and Sunday – 9th / 10th February.

Yoga evening Class takes place in the Community Centre, Glenties on Wednesday evenings 7.30 – 9pm.

The following classes are part – funded by the Community Education Support Programme of Donegal VEC. 

Payroll- Manual & Computerised, 8 weeks in the Community Centre, Glenties, Monday night, 7.30 – 9 pm, Cost €50. Start date 11th Feb. Places available.

Digital Photography (basic), 8 weeks in the Community Centre, Glenties, Date & time to be decided, subject to interested numbers. Places available.

To register for or get more information on any of the above classes, Call Ann or Bernie @ 9545879.