The  Sliabh Beagh Masterplan which was jointly commissioned by Monaghan County Council and Fermanagh & Omagh District Council to establish a strategic vision for the future of this important rural area was launched in the Sliabh Beagh hotel, Knockatallon on Monday 24th September. The plan was produced by Landscape Architects, The Paul Hogarth Company, after close consultation with local people. The […]

Monaghan Motor Club’s first event of the new season takes place on Saturday 29th September 2018 with the opening Navigation Trial of the year, between the hours of 9pm and 1.30am. Clerk of the Course is Oisin Sherlock 087 6620064 and ACOC is Paddy Sherlock 086 9362324. The roads are not closed, as this event is focused on […]

The death has been announced of Ann Boyle (née Sherry), 19 St Dympna’s Terrace, Scotstown, Co Monaghan on Sunday, 23rd, September peacefully at Cavan General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Sadly missed by her loving husband HughPat, sons Micheal and Paddy, and daughters Bernie, AnnMarie, Fiona and Alison. Reposing at her daughter, Ann Marie’s residence, 5 St […]

Following Ireland’s magnificent Grand Slam success in 2018, Wednesday next 26th September will see the 6 Nations and Triple Crown Trophies on display at Monaghan Rugby Club, Rafeenan, Ballinode, Monaghan. Everyone (members, non members, adults and children) are very welcome to come along to see the trophies in the flesh and take some photos with […]

The Masterplan for the development of the Sliabh Beagh area will be officially launched in the Sliabh Beagh Hotel, Knockatallon, on Monday 24th September 2018 at 7.00 p.m. It is an important plan to exploit the area, we look forward to seeing our consultations put into concrete plans and necessary funding.

Knockatallon Ladies invite you to a presentation by Monaghan Credit Union on Thursday 27th September at 8pm in the Sliabh Beagh hotel, Knockatallon. They will inform us about their value in the community, loans, savings, and benefits, as well as their saving facilities for all the family. This will be a very informative night and […]

On the evening of 18th October in the Market House, Monaghan, an exploration of the archaeological monument known as the Worm Ditch or Black Pigs Dyke will take place in the company of some renowned experts. Ian Doyle, Head of Conservation with the Heritage Council will introduce the event. Turtle Bunbury, author, will explore De […]

Ballinode Foroige registration for the coming year is on Wednesday 26th from 6.30 to 7.30pm in Ballinode Hall. The purpose of registration is to complete paper work and pay affiliation fees only. Parents must be present to complete and sign forms. New members welcome (1st year in Secondary School up ) and new leaders welcome […]

Line dancing classes commence in Tydavnet Village Community Centre on Tuesday 2nd October from 7-8pm. Those wishing to attend please contact Monaghan Sports Partnership on 042 9755126 as soon as possible. Then come along and learn the basic steps and some dances. Wear comfortable clothing and footwear and have fun.

A very important information meeting for all user groups of Tydavnet Village Community Centre on Monday 24th September at 8.30pm. A presentation will be given by Connolly McCarra Chartered Certified Accountants; anyone who uses the centre is urged to come along.

To celebrate Culture Night 2018, Noel Carney, the Chairman of Dartrey Heritage Group gave a talk on architecture in Cornagilta School. Noel is an authority on architectural heritage, having worked on many significant projects down the years, most notably the restoration of Dawson Temple on Black Island in Dartrey Forest, and the Palladian Villa that is […]

JAMES CLYDE AND THE TOMB OF SALVATION, the second instalment in the James Clyde book series, is released on 2nd November 2018 and is available to pre-order NOW online at Kindle Direct Publishing! Here’s the link: https://amzn.to/2NQAwWU ONLY the E-book version (priced at $10.00) can be pre-ordered. On release date (November 2nd), customers who pre-ordered ‘Tomb of Salvation’ […]

Best wishes to all the local villages in the national tidy towns awards to be announced on Monday 24th September in the Helix, Dublin. Tidy Towns groups are a great example of volunteering and building strong links where everyone has a chance to have a say in what the community needs. The initiatives promote pride […]

The death has been announced of Johnny (Hughie) McKenna, Killacorn, Emyvale,  on Wednesday 19th September, peacefully, at his residence. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Annette, daughters Susan, Jennifer and Doreen, son Kieran and daughter-in-law Tracey, his mother May. Predeceased by his father Jimmy and sister Patricia (Treanor), mourned by his brothers; Eddie, Jimmy, Gerard, Macartan, Enda and Oliver, his […]

Please come out and support Scotstown Ladies GAA who will meet the Donegal champions, Fanad, (away) in the Ulster Junior Quarter Final on Saturday 29th September 2018 at 2pm. Good luck girls!