Dublin groom for Buncrana bride
The beautiful wedding took place recently of Killian Fitzgerald and Helen McLaughlin in St. Mary's Oratory.
The ceremony was performed by Fr. John Walsh. Helen is the daughter of Michael and the late Lulu McLaughlin, Castle Avenue and Killian is the son of Jim and Collette Fitzgerald, Sutton, Dublin. The best man was Peter Leonard, and the groomsmen were Ronan Fitzgerald and Donagh Fitzgerald, brothers of the groom.The bridesmaids were Kathleen McColgan, sister of the bride and Siobhan McLaughlin and Jennifer McLaughlin cousins of the bride. The reception was held in the Ballyliffin Lodge, Ballyliffin and the honeymoon was spent in Majorca. The couple live in Pimlico, London.
The Old Illies School closed its doors in 1997 after 160 years of service to the community. Ownie Kelly filmed the last day of teaching at the school and along with Hugh Quirke has prduced a DVD of the commemoration. The DVD is available from the school, cost 15 euro and the proceeds will go to the school.
A fundraising dance in aid of Donegal Hospice and Cancer Research will take place this evening at 10 p.m. in An Grianan Hotel, Burt in memory of the late Gary McLaughlin and Darren Downey, who lost their lives in a road traffic collision last year. More than 1,000 tickets have been sold for the event which will feature music from the Squealing Pigs. Compere for the night is Billy Carlin. There will also be a grand charity auction and a raffle will also be held and with spot prizes and a door prize for a 500 euro voucher. Your support would be appreciated.
Buncrana Community Leisure Centre New Year's Resolution, learn to swim, join the gym? New swimming lessons - Kids' lessons Saturday 6th February 10 a.m. for 6 weeks and Monday 8th February 7 p.m. for 6 weeks
Adult lessons starting Tuesday 9th February 7 p.m. for 6 weeks.
Bookings are now being taken 20euro non-refundable deposit secures place, total to be paid before lessons start.
Great offers on memberships Direct Debit available, lots of fitness classes running weekly. Step Aerobics, Pilates, Aqua Aerobics, Spin revolution, Slimming World Tuesday nights
Call in to reception for more details or phone 074 9361000
Free Pre-School place available at Little Acorns Montessori Playschool, Buncrana for January 2010. Your child needs to be aged between 3 years7months and 4 years 10 months. For further information please contact Jennifer 9322414."
Addiction, the first step in recovery - learn from the past, plan for the future, live in the present. If you are concerned about your dependence on alcohol, drugs or gambling, telephone White Oaks Rehabilitation Centre, 9384400 for a confidential counselling service for individuals, couples or families.
The Country Market is held in the Church Hall, Church Street every second and fourth Saturday of every month.
This is the last chance to view Thomas The Miller's photography exhibition in aid of the Foyle Hospice in the Inishowen Art Gallery, Unit 5B, Milltown Business Park as it will close in January.
The Job Club Centre at Inishowen Development Partnership is starting a new training programme for job-seekers in Buncrana. Telephone Aisling to book a place, telephone 9361376.
The Buncrana GAA's 'Fundamental Games for All' is held in Crana College every Saturday from 11 - 11.45 a.m. for 5 - 6 year olds. Sessions for 7 - 8 years is held every Friday at 7 p.m. also in Crana College. Cost is 2 euro per sesson.
Girls Gaelic Football is held in Scoil Mhuire Assembly Hall - under 10 years 6 - 7 p.m., under 12s, 7 - 8 p.m. and under 14s, 8 - 9 p.m. Everyone is welcome and volunteers are also needed.
The Buncrana Youth Drop In has now re-opened in the evenings in the new premises on the Main Street. Volunteers needed. For further information telephone 087 2564777.
Speech and Drama Lessons boost your confidence, Feis work, Irish board examinations or just for fun on Saturday mornings. For further details please contact Loretta, 9321699 after 6 p.m.
Cockhill Celtic F.C. would like everyone to know that Astro Pitches - 2 pitches (7-a-side) are now available for bookings on most week nights. Bookings made through Patrick McLaughlin (087 1303141) who will assist you with availability/time slots. All welcome.
Simply Music Inishowen, Tullyarvan Mill - Music Of All Kinds For All Ages. Classes for children and adults in Singing, Bodhrn, Fiddle, Button Accordion, Exploring Music, Piano, Keyboards, Guitar, Tin Whistle
Coming new in January 2010 classes in Music Theory, Electric Guitar & More! For more info contact Jim Woods on 074 93 20355 or visit the website www.SimplyMusicInishowen.com
New Year Timetable for classes starting at the Natural Health Centre in Millfield, Buncrana -
Tae Bo (martial art movement aerobics) classes every Tuesday. and Thursday at 7 p.m
Half Hour Abdominal Classes (working to flatten that stomach area) every Tuesday. and Thursday from 8 - 8.30 p.m
Fat Burn Classes (special exercises to burn unwanted fat on target body areas) every Wednesday. from 7 - 8 p.m
Kids Karate Classes starting every Tuesday. and Thursday from 5.45 p.m. - 6.45 pm
Zendao Combatives (self defence/self protection/not a martial arts class) beginners .classes starting on Thursday 21st January from 8.30 p.m - 10 p.m
Male and Female both welcome, no previous Martial Arts experience required
Essentially ZenDao Combative Systems (ZCS) is a simple and truthful perspective regarding real personal physical
conflict and self protection. For more information on any of the classes. Tel. 0749362606
In the Buncrana Parish Draw for 27th December, 1st prize, 500 euro and promoter's prize, 30 euro - Mena Jackson, 34, Lisowen Avenue; 2nd prize, 300 euro - Bridie Barber, c/o Scoil Iosagain, promoter, 20 euro, B. Mhic Lochlainn; 3rd prize, 150 euro - Marjorie Doherty, 8, Rockfield Terrace, promoter, 20 euro Marjorie Doherty.
The GAA club's lotto draw took place on Tuesday 15th December in O'Flaherty's Bar on the Main Street. The winning numbers for the 10,000 euro jackpot were 8, 28, 30 and 32. There were no winners. The winning numbers for the Lotto Plus draw were 19, 20, 23 and 24. There were also no winners. There were five 20 euro consolation prizes - Stacey Friel, C/o Bingo; Henry Han, c/o Sam's Take Away; Paul Tinney, St Columba's Ave; Patricia Gallagher, Marion Park and Henry Coyle, 2 Cottages, Burnfoot.
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