Last Friday night, 15th September 2023, was a case of the curtain closing on the 70th. Tydavnet Show for 2023. Almost 80 show officers, stewards, helpers and landowners all got together in Jack’s bar, Tydavnet village for the traditional after-show party. All present enjoyed and appreciated the hospitality of Jack McCarville, the food tastefully prepared […]

Tydavnet Group Water Scheme held at open day at Knocknagrave Environmental Centre and Biodiversity Garden H18 EE08 on Wednesday 16th August; here are 2 of the very short videos from the event, introduced by Brian McDonald,  National Federation of Group Water Schemes Research & Evaluation Officer. https://www.canva.com/design/DAFs7XdtfSI/YM8Na8pbT109EFK8X8hgdg/watch?utm_content=DAFs7XdtfSI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink https://www.canva.com/design/DAFs0MlMoN8/1jCo0x72KC9n-buxCrvjKQ/watch?utm_content=DAFs0MlMoN8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink      

The Acorn Life Monaghan County GAA Scór Sinsir Stage events take place on Friday 22nd September in Tullycorbet and the quiz takes place on Thursday 21st September in Scotstown. Ulster Semi finals on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th October. Ulster Final on Saturday 21st October; All Ireland Final on 18th November in Killarney. If you […]

Tydavnet Drama had a very successful year with our production of SIVE. Thank you to everyone who supported us in Tydavnet, the Garage theatre and the Iontas Theatre. This year we were delighted to be in a position to subsidise the cost of the Drama summer camp in the Garage theatre for 11 children in […]

St Dympna’s Faith and Light, Tydavnet, will be participating in the regional Pilgrimage to Lough Derg on Sunday 10th September. Bus leaving Tydavnet Community Centre around 9am. Tea/coffee and scones on arrival; lunch later. Anyone wishing to travel please contact any of the leaders or via the group’s Facebook page. Looking forward to seeing everyone […]

The local knitting and stitching group has started again on Tuesday morning in Ballinode Community Centre, from 10am ’til 12 noon. If you enjoy knitting or crochet, bring along your own wool, needles and patterns, or whatever you’re working on, and enjoy time (and a cuppa) with fellow creators. €2 donation for room hire and […]

Ballinode ICA guild is back to activities on Thursday 14th September in Tydavnet Community Centre at 8pm. A few more events are lined up for the 40th anniversary celebrations. The first is an outing to Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen on Saturday 23rd September to see the Simon and Garfunkel tribute show, followed on Friday 13th October by […]

Open day at Benny and Mary McCabe’s vintage museum, Killydonnelly, Smithboro H18 Y397 on 10th September 2023 from 12 noon to 6pm. As usual a huge welcome awaits visitors who wish to view the wonderful collection of vintage cars, tractors, household items etc on display at this wonderful museum, as well as displays from some […]

Join our local thespian Pat Deery and Patrick McArdle to celebrate 30 years of ups and downs of the Garage Theatre, Monaghan on Saturday 23rd September at 8pm. Don’t miss this night of music, dance, drama, and comedy from local artists connected to the Theatre. Tickets available by booking online on the Theatre website.

Killylough Cycle Club is holding the Annual Charity Cycle in aid of Tydavnet Faith & Light on Sunday 17th September 2023 with optional 50km or 100km routes. Sign on that morning at Tydavnet Community Centre H18 XY42 from 8:30am onward, for a 9am departure for the 100km route followed moments later by the 50km route. […]

The death has occurred of Mary Mc Ardle (nee Kerley), Corrinshigo, Smithborough, Co Monaghan, (H18X651),  on Sunday, 27th August, peacefully at home, in the loving care of her family. Predeceased by her husband Peter, her parents Sarah and Mick Kerley and her brother Michael. Cherished and much loved mother of Gerard (Vonnie), Martin (Patricia), Marian (Fintan Larmer), Briege (Conor Brannigan) […]

The death has occurred of Rosaleen Gray (nee McGorman), peacefully in the loving care of her family, nurses and staff of Cavan General Hospital on Saturday 26th August 2023. Predeceased by her parents Bridie and James, brother Tony and niece Michelle (McCabe, Kilkitt, Shantonagh).  Dearly beloved wife of Jim-Joe, and a much loved mother to Jackie, Della (Ronnie), Angela (Padraig), Katrina (Jimmy) […]

“Orson the Great” by Tydavnet author Colm McElwain delves into the history of magic through the life of Orson Whitlock, as Orson discovers the world of magic and family tradition. Set in 1970s London, Orson must hone his skills and become the best magician or the fate of the magic world is at risk. It’s a […]

The death has occurred of Mary Mc Gorman, Legnakelly, Clones Co. Monaghan, H23VY19 , on Wednesday 23rd August, peacefully at the family home in the loving care of her family. Predeceased by her husband Patrick and daughter-in-law Mary McGorman. Cherished and much loved mother of John, Marie, Theresa (Anthony Casey), Gerry (Miryan), Pauline (Mickey Mc […]

The death has occurred of Maureen Boylan (nee Holland), 1 St Dympna’s Terrace, Scotstown, Co.Monaghan, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday 16th of August. Predeceased by her husband Mick, sons Raymond (Ned) & Michael (Mickey), grandson Aidan (Leonard), parents Shelia and Eddie Holland, brothers Hugh, Eamon & Maurice and sister Shelia (Mc Carron). Maureen […]