ARDEE/COLLON
Contact me
Send any notes or details to Hubert at [email protected]
Mark’s great work
Well done to local man Mark McCormack and the Create the Great experience. He was working with the Irish Prison Service on future goals, with Mental Health and communication the key. Keep it up, Mark.
Mary and Niall win big
The great Louth GAA draw took place last week and well done on winning the 1st Prize – €200,000 – Mary & Niall Sweeney, Ardee.
Mattock lotto
Numbers drawn are 5,12,24,32. €14,800 Jackpot not won. Two Match 3 winners: Ian Fox and Lochlan Englishby. Next Jackpot will be €14,900. Lotto takes place every Tuesday night at 8pm. Mattock Rangers Lotto is sponsored by No. 3 Wine Bar and Restaurant.
Meade Farm and FoodCloud
Meade Farm do wonderful work in the community and there’s a great focus on sustainability. They had a very productive morning in the field with FoodCloud last week. The gleaning group gathered potatoes from one of their baby potato fields, supporting FoodCloud’s work within communities across Ireland.
Recharge the batteries with Esker Fields
A little note from Maria Morgan from Esker Fields.
“Right now we are in the heat of summer. While the weather may be unpredictable, the challenges us working parents face stay the same year after year.
“We are in the midst of juggling our jobs alongside keeping kids entertained and the underlying anxiety about transitions to come, whether moving schools, starting university or leaving the family home. While it might not feel like you have time for you right now, I’m inviting you to make time for yourself during the transition. You can’t take care of everyone else in the way you want to if you don’t look after yourself first.
“Join me at The Autumn Pause on Saturday 19th September. At this retreat, you’ll explore your personal connection to essential oils, practice aromatherapy relaxation techniques and design your own Aromatherapy Bath and Shower Gel as an autumnal anchor to hold you through the season.
“Find out more about Aromatherapy Retreats Through the Seasons at Esker Fields and book your place at The Autumn Pause here: https://lnkd.in/ef_zGARQ
This is your chance to prepare how you will support yourself through the darker months.”
Seamie Weldon race
Entries are open for the Seamie Weldon Memorial 5K & 10K Road Race on Saturday, 5th September. Whether you’re chasing a PB, taking on your first race, or looking for a great community event, we’d love to see you in Ardee.
5K & 10K races – Finisher’s medal for everyone – Individual & Team Prizes – Optional race T-shirt. Come along and support the Couch to 5K participants as they complete their goal race! Entry €20.
Walk and a cuppa in Collon
Walking for All have organised a weekly local community walk in Collon. It takes place every Saturday morning at 11.30 meeting at the Parochial Hall car park, Ardee Street. The walk is suitable for all ages and abilities. No long term commitment necessary. Just turn up any week that you’re free. They would love to see as many people as possible join them on the walk for exercise, a chat and a cuppa at the end. Please contact Orla on 087-9427722 or sign up at https://walkingforall.com/walks/mellifont-movers-co-louth.
Mothers & Others GAA
Mothers & Others ladies at Mattock Rangers is a great way to meet up, stay active and enjoy an hour or so of fun.
Garon brings the coaching part and is dedicated to the cause. For players and enthusiasts of all standards. Just come along.️
Ministers are needed
Ardee & Collon Church are seeking new Eucharistic Ministers. If you are interested in this important ministry, please contact Sinead in the Parish Office 041 6850920 or email [email protected].
Blessing of the Graves
Collon Blessing of the Graves and Old St Mary’s Blessing of the Graves are on Sunday, 6th September.
St Vincent de Paul
Don’t forget SVP are there to assist you if you need help. The contact number is 087 645 8038. Just leave your name, number and a brief message and a Conference member will get back to you as soon as possible.
Personal alarms
Personal Alarms for people aged 65 and over under the Senior Alerts Scheme in Ardee and Mid Louth areas. For information and application form please contact Michael Fahey, SVDP Ardee on 087 2925220.
Creative Writing Group
New members are invited to Ardee Library every Friday morning from 10.30am- 12noon, Beginner and experienced writers welcome. Text of whatsapp 087 069 0625. No cost involved.
Ardee boxing club
Ardee boxing club is now based in the old school at Ballapousta, close to the graveyard. New boxers are more then welcome .Anybody can come along, as long as they are over seven, and just bring a bottle of water.Each training session is €5 .. They are on Facebook so contact the club that way.
Cancer Support group
Support Ardee Cancer Support group can be contacted in various ways, including email at [email protected]
Philipstown bingo
Philipstown Community centre Bingo at 7.30pm and will continue every Thursday. All welcome.
Collon graveyard
Rosary is recited every Sunday at 3pm.
Collon choir
Collon Parish Choir practice on Wednesday nights. Practices take place in the Church Gallery. New members are always welcome.
Clergy contact details
Contact details for local clergy are: Ardee/Collon: Canon Murphy: 041 685 0920, Fr Stefano & Fr Francesco 041 982 6106, Parishes of Dunleer, Kilsaran & Tallanstown; Fr Damien Dunleer 041 685 1278 , Fr Anselm Kilsaran 042 937 2255, Fr Montague Tallanstown 041 685 5117
Please tap
Please use the Tap Machine in Ardee Church to make a cashless donation. Thank you for your support of the Parish.
Hunterstown in Re-Turn scheme
Hunterstown Rovers GAA is thrilled to announce its participation in the Deposit Re-Turn scheme! Why not save the environment AND help Hunterstown Rovers? Bring along your empty bottles and cans to the clubhouse at any time – they have a big orange bin located there to collect your empty bottles.
They will accept plastic drinks bottles and cans with the DRS logo Deposit Return Scheme logo. This bin is only for cans and plastic bottles as part of the deposit return scheme. No other forms of rubbish are meant to be placed in them. All proceeds from collected cans and bottles with the Re-Turn label will go towards the GAA Club
Security Programme
Dee Hub and Louth County Council are launching the Security Programme for older people and vulnerable adults in our community. This initiative aims to provide extra security to those living at home by offering Non-Recording CCTV and Thumb Locks installations. Contact Dee Hub for more details or assistance. Call: 087 4266206. Email: [email protected]. Well done to the Dee Hub on this.
Bridge classes
Bridge Classes for absolute beginners, classes to improve. Everyone welcome. Every Tuesday at Ferdia House, Moorehall, Ardee at 7.30pm. Phone Tos McGee 086 8059 369.
Ardee School of Music
The Ardee School of Music is a great place and their Baby Musical Rascals classes are a fantastic way to introduce your baby to the wonderful world of music. These classes are specifically tailored for babies aged from 3 months to 1 year.
For more information or to book your place contact Ruth via their Facebook page or call 0872967020. Ruth and the service she provides in the region is second to none.
DUNLEER
Contact
For local notes entries please email me at [email protected]. Deadline for entries is strictly every Friday at 9.30am. Anything sent in after the deadline will be kept and submitted for the following week’s publication.
Dunleer Golf Society
The Dunleer Golf Society’s annual away outing will take place at the Enniscorthy Golf course, County Wexford, on the 11th and 12th of September 2026 and will be Sponsored by the Drogheda CreditUnion, Dunleer Branch.
Women’s Group
A new Women’s Group for over 40s and beyond is inviting like-minded ladies to come along for a cuppa, a chat and good company. A chance to meet new people, make friends and enjoy some friendly conversation in a relaxed setting. The group will meet at Dunleer Library on Tuesday, September 15th, from 6pm to 7.30pm. All are welcome. For more information, contact Caroline on 087 641 8646 or contact Dunleer Library.
Outdoor Car Boot & Craft Fair
An Outdoor Car Boot & Craft Fair will take place on Sunday, September 6th, from 10am to 2pm at St Kevin’s Community Centre, Philipstown, A92 A9W3. There will be plenty of stalls and bargains to browse, with the event offering a great opportunity to have a clear-out, pick up some treasures and support the local community.
Vendors are very welcome, with tables available for just €20 each. For anyone interested in selling, this is a great chance to get involved and showcase your unwanted items, crafts, bric-a-brac and more. Why not come along on the day and have a browse, you never know what bargain you might find!
Lann Léire Goes Loco
Lann Léire goes Loco Bingo Logo in the Pavilion Dunleer Octover 25th at 8pm. Doors open at 6.30, over 18s only. Tickets are €25 money goes to the LGFA PEIL na mBAN and Lann Léire C.P.G.
Retired & senior citizens tea & coffee
The market house coffee morning for September will take place this Friday September 4th.
Deeside Youth Project
Open to 1st to 6th years students. Drop in Tuesdays from 4.30pm to 6 and Fridays 1.15 to 2.45pm in the Coach House, Market house Dunleer.
Bingo
Bingo takes place every Thursday at 7.30pm sharp in Philipstown hall. All are welcome.
Trad Session
Trad Sessions take place every Friday from 8pm to 10pm in Shearmans Dunleer, all levels welcome. Music at a safe pace.
Dunleer parochial parish tea & chat
Monthly cup of tea and chat after 11.30am Mass on the first Sunday of each month.
Slimming World
Group sessions are at 5:30 and 7:00 pm in the Market House main street Dunleer every Wednesday.
Dunleer CE vacancies
The Louth Connect Community Employment Scheme has numerous vacancies in Dunleer and surrounds. These are developmental opportunities, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be given towards your career path. Eligibility to participate on CE (Applicants must be in receipt of an Irish social welfare payment for one year or more and over 21. For information on the vacancies you can log onto their facebook page and also email your CV to: [email protected] or phone 085 8558175.