Around the Districts: Kilmore and Oulart & The Ballagh
Kilmore Quay Integrated Tourism Resort
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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