MONSTER BINGO: With €5,000 prize money up for grabs on Sunday 3rd July in the Mountrath Marguee Festival which will be held at the GAA Grounds in Mountrath from 3pm, great craic is assured. Double books €15, Single book €10 and Single sheets €2. All welcome.

THIRD LAOIS DURROW SCOUTS: We are always on the lookout for new scouters. Maybe you were a leader previously and after your kids grew out of scouts, you left, by choice or not, maybe you would like to join us again and share your skills with new kids and new leaders alike. Or maybe you know someone that would enjoy being outdoors and join the big scout family. And even if you never did scouting but enjoy walking and challenging yourself, you should give us a shout and come and meet one of our sections. For more information about our group, please contact Delphine Lawlor on (086) 3655178.

CULLOHILL MEETING: A public meeting will take place on Wednesday 22nd June in Cullohill Community Centre from 8.30pm to 10pm discussing the benefits of becoming a ‘Sustainable Energy Community’, the SEAI representative will also be covering how to save money on your energy bills, grants available, fuel allowances etc…

CLOTHES COLLECTION POINT: Any old or unwanted clothes or fabric can be left in the porch of the Cullohill Community Centre. All collections are in aid of Cullohill Handball Club.

ST VINCENT de PAUL: Anyone looking for help can contact us on (087) 3476012.

SATURDAY MARKET: Durrow Saturday market is open every Saturday from 9am to 12.30pm in the Computer Centre beside the RC Church on the Kilkenny Rd. Potato’s and Fresh Veg are available, to book your favourites please ring Marie on (087) 7742506. Home Baking from Bernie Brennan is also available with a selection of fresh breads, scones, tarts and cakes. You can also book cakes for parties etc…

LIVE WEATHER DATA: Visit www.laoisweather.com for up-to-the-minute information.

NEXT NEWSLETTER: The next newsletter will be on sale weekending July 2nd and 3rd. All adverts must be booked with Angela Drennan (087) 1928522 or Mary Walsh (086) 3055157. Advertisements cost €2 per issue of Durrow Parish Newsletter and must be paid for in advance.