ST VINCENT DE PAUL
The annual St Vincent De Paul collection will take place this Sunday December 7 at both New Inn and Knockgraffon churches. The St Vincent de Paul (SVP) Ireland is part of an international Christian voluntary network dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by providing practical assistance to people in need. Founded in Ireland in 1844, it helps to foster diverse and inclusive connections, as a Society that is welcoming of people of all faiths and none. Your support would be greatly appreciated!
PARISH LINKS CHRISTMAS PARTY
The annual Christmas Party for senior citizens will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 12 noon at New Inn Community Centre. Invitations have been sent out last week. If you are from the parish and do not receive an invitation, please contact any of the following: Esther at 086 3583719, Mary at 086 3821809, Margaret at 0527462132 / 087 6369279, or a committee member. Places are limited, and those from outside New Inn/Knockgraffon parish are welcome to join for a cost of €25 per person. It’s important to inform us of your attendance for preparations. Join us for a delightful day filled with festive cheer and music by our very own Eddie Golden.
SANTA COMES TO NEW INN
Santa Claus will be taking time out of his busy festive schedule to visit Ollie’s in New Inn on Sunday, 14 December, from 3.30pm to 6pm. This is a wonderful opportunity for children and families in the community to experience the magic of Christmas together. During the event, each child will have the chance to meet Santa and receive a special gift. There will also be a photo opportunity, allowing families to capture lasting memories of this special occasion. The festivities will continue with lively storytelling sessions and disco music to keep everyone in high spirits. Entry is €5 per child, with no booking required. All are welcome to join in what promises to be a fantastic afternoon filled with Christmas cheer and joy for all ages!
ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO
Lotto Results from Monday Nov 24, Numbers drawn: 01, 04, 05 & 12, No Winner (s). 4 x Lucky dip entered in November €500 draw: PJ O’ Dwyer (Colm Heaney) Kevin Heaney (Rockwell Rovers), Tony Cullivan, (Ollies Bar), Avril Redmond (Online), This week’s jackpot €16, 400. Many thanks for your continued support. Tickets can be bought online via Clubforce or from Ollies or Barrons pub in New Inn. If you are not in, you can’t win!
WOMAN’S GROUP CHEQUE PRESENTATION
The Woman’s Group recently made a presentation to the Irish Cancer Society, a cheque for €800. This donation was raised through the proceeds of their successful coffee morning and raffle event. Raffle Winners: Hamper (Irish prison officers social charity club / Anthony Monaghan): Helen Fitzgerald, SuperValu voucher (€100): Camilus Croke, Beautiful handbag: Denis Ryan, 2 x bottles of wine: Paddy O’Connor (Belvue). Congratulations to all the raffle winners and sincere thanks to everyone who supported and helped make the event a success.
25 CARD DRIVE, OLD SCHOOL, KNOCKGRAFFON
Winners at the cards last Wednesday November 26 were Joe Ahern / Eugene Cuddihy with 12 games and in second place were Mary Anne Healy / Eileen White with 11 games. Table prizes to Maisie O’Grady / Mary Gleeson and Tony Dohoghy / Michael O’Gorman. Well done all. Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome. Tea & refreshments.
Knockgraffon card committee extend their sincerest sympathies to Margaret O’Gorman, Ardnassa on the passing of her husband Tom. Our thoughts and prayers are with Margaret and all the family at this sad time. May Tom rest in Peace!
SAVE THE DATE!
The New Inn Girls School Parents Association warmly invites the entire community to join us for a St Stephen’s Day Christmas Jumper 5km Walk! All proceeds will go towards creating a brand-new School Sensory Room. Starting from the GAA Field at 12 noon on St Stephen’s Day. Dust off those festive knits, gather your family and friends, and show off those Christmas jumpers for a great cause! We look forward to seeing you there!
Pictured here are some members of the New Inn Woman’s group presenting a cheque of €800 to Irish Cancer Society from the proceeds of their very successful coffee morning and raffle in Barrons recently.
L to R: Mary Frances Barron, Breda Culleton, (Chairperson Woman’s group), Lucy Ryan (Irish Cancer society), Kathleen Smyth and Trish Wilson.
SINCERE SYMPATHY
is extended to Margaret O’Gorman and family on the passing of her husband Tom O’Gorman, Ardnassa, Knockgraffon. Loving husband of Margaret, beloved father of Val, Cyril, Elaine and Eoin. Sadly missed by his daughter in laws Siobhan, Miriam and Helen, son in law Denny, loving grandchildren Clodagh, Laura, Kerri, Jason, Olan, Darragh, Tadgh and Saoirse, brother Liam. sisters-in-law Cathy, Anne and Patricia, brother in laws Séan and Humphrey, nephew’s, nieces, relatives and friends. May he rest in Peace !
