TRI 795: On Sunday August 1 Racing 795 is holding a triathlon in Bunclody and surrounding areas. The cycle route will pass through the villages of Clonegal and Kildavin. Cyclists will leave Bunclody pool and travel up the N80 to Kildavin and across to Clonegal. It will then travel to Kilcarry, back to the N80 and finish in Bunclody.

All roads will remain open but we are asking residents to be aware of cyclists as they pass through the above mentioned areas and to please co-operate with race marshals. The times for the race are between 12 noon and 3pm. For more information visit www.racing795.com GAA LOTTO

The Kildavin/ Clonegal GAA Lotto was held in Osborne's Lounge, Clonegal, on Sunday July 17. There was no winner for the jackpot of €10,000. Numbers drawn were 1, 18, 19 and 20. Winners that matched three were Ber Roche Monaughrim, Lia Dunne Clonegal, John Silver Nolan, c/o Moss House, all receiving €50. Seller's prize goes to Joanne Byrne receiving €50.

Winners of the attendance draw: Chris Moran, Dermot Roberts and Tommy Moran. Next draw will take place in Conway's Lounge, Kildavin, Bank holiday Monday August 1 with a jackpot of €10,000 and reserve jackpot of €5,600. COMMUNITY GAMES

Calling all Slaney Valley Community games athletes; Training will recommence Mondays and Wednesdays in Ardattin at 7 pm to train for the upcoming Hacketstown Sports Day which will take place on Sunday August 8 in Ardattin. The team would love to see you all at training. For further info you can contact Bernie Cassidy.

DEEPEST SYMPATHY

The village of Clonegal was saddened to hear the passing of Jim Sullivan, High Street Clonegal, who died on Sunday 18th July in the Sacred Heart Hospital, Carlow. He is survived by his Sister Peg Brennan, Brother Greg Sullivan, nieces and nephews. Removal from McGill's Funeral Home, Bunclody, to St. Brigid's Church Clonegal on Monday 19th July received by Fr. Fleming PP. Funeral mass took place on Tuesday and followed by Interment in Clonegal adjoining cemetery where he was laid to rest. May he rest in peace.

7 A-SIDE

Congratulations to the team called "Jacks Lads" who won the B Division in the Tullow Town FC annual 7 a side tournament.

The boys lost their first match 2-1 on Saturday and won the next game 5-0, then won the quarter final (1-0), semi final (5-0) and final on Sunday, winning the final 2-0 with captain fantastic Richie O'Leary scoring both goals. SONG AND STORIES

Once again St. Brigid's Community Hall in Clonegal rang to the sound of music on Monday night, July 19 as the Seventh session of the House of Song and Story for the year 2010 got underway.

Once again the familiar faces of the top class entertainers were in the hall with performers from Carlow, Wicklow and Wexford warming the hearts of an enraptured audience. It was considered a great night's entertainment and the committee wishes to thank all who helped out on the night with a special word of thanks to the ladies committee, the entertainers, some of whom traveled long distances.

The next night in Clonegal will be Monday August 23 at 8pm in the Clonegal Community Hall.