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23/10/2026

22/10/2026

O’Callaghan’s Mills Parish notes

Hurling
The O’Callaghan’s Mills under 14 team are County Under 14B champions for 2026. They defeated ÉÍre Óg Ennis 3-13 to 3-10 in an exciting game played at Feakle GAA Grounds on Sunday October 18th.
Meanwhile the Minor team were defeated by Crusheen in the semi final of the County Minor B Championship at Caherlohan on Thursday evening October 15th on a score line of 2-20 to 2-13. The O’Callaghan’s Mills Academy under 14 team were narrowly defeated by Cratloe in the Academy final played at Hamilton Park, Kilkishen on Sunday October 10th. One point separated the teams at the final whistle, score line of 3-12 to 3-11.

Camogie
Kilkishen camogie Intermediate team were defeated by Broadford-Bodyke in the semi-final of the County Intermediate Championship at Dr Daly Park, Tulla. A point separated the sides at the final whistle. Broadford-Bodyke led at half time by 5 points to 4 and the final score was 11 points to 10 points.

School News
Save the Date: Table Quiz!
Finally, please make a note in your diaries for our upcoming Table Quiz for the school, which will take place on Friday, 6th November at The Tavern. More details will follow in the coming weeks. In the meantime, if anyone would like to donate spot prizes for the night, please feel free to leave them in at the school.

Gaelscoil in East Clare
Could your child, or a child you know, potentially attend a Gaelscoil in East Clare?
O’Callaghan’s Mills National School is exploring the development of a Gaelscoil, with a proposed first Junior Infants total-immersion intake in September 2027, subject to the necessary approvals and supports.
The school is engaging with the Gael Aonad of the Department of Education and Youth and is seeking to hear from families across East Clare about their interest in Irish-medium education.
If you are interested or would like further information, please contact Principal Gráinne Conlon at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you.

12 O’Clock Hills Halloween night Walk
The popular 12 O’Clock Hills Halloween Night Walk returns on Friday, 30th October, with participants gathering at the car park from 6.30pm for a prompt 7pm start. This family-friendly guided walk will follow a 5km route to the Mass Rock and back, taking in muddy terrain and plenty of Halloween atmosphere along the way. Walkers are reminded to bring a handheld or head torch, wear sturdy boots and warm clothing, while all children must be accompanied by an adult. Hot chocolate and sweet treats will be served afterwards. The cost is €5 per person, with all proceeds going towards improvements at the 12 O’Clock Hills facilities. Pre-booking on the social media page is essential as places are limited. Please note that dogs and buggies are not permitted.

Recent Death
The took place recently of Angela Murray (née McNamara) of Ashford, Wicklow and formerly of Broadford, Clare, Dublin and USA. She is the sister of Kay Murray, Kiluran, O’Callaghan’s Mills. Predeceased by her husband Eugene and siblings Maureen, Myles, Dennis and Eamon. She is survived by her children Cathy, Cyril, Trevor and Sinéad, her sons-in-law Éamonn, Dax and Ciarán, daughter-in-law Julia, grandchildren Liam, Niamh, Darragh and Cliona, sisters Kay and Tess, extended family, relatives and friends.
Funeral mass took place at the Church of Holy Rosary Ashford, Wicklow. Private burial will take place in the USA at a later date.

21/10/2026

Spaces available in Karen's Pilates classes tonight in the Community Centre

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19/10/2026

Speaking to Clare FM ar maidin ☘️ https://www.clare.fm/news/claims-gaelscoil-status-would-allow-ocallaghans-mills-ns-offer-extra-supports-for-students/

15/10/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN NIGHT WALK AT THE 12 O'CLOCK HILLS! 👻🎃

Join us for a spooky night of fun on Friday, 30th October!

📍 12 O'Clock Hills Car Park
🕠 Meet at 6:30pm
🚶 Walk starts 7pm sharp
🥾 Approx. 5km to the Mass Rock and back
☕ Hot chocolate & sweet treats afterwards!

🎟️ €5 per walker — all ages
🔗 Pre-booking is essential — spaces are limited! https://eventmaster.ie/event/rZEoiPmS9y

Please remember:
🔦 Head or handheld torch required
🥾 Sturdy boots required
🧥 Dress warmly — the terrain will be muddy!
🐕 NO DOGS
👶 NO BUGGIES
👨‍👩‍👧 Children must be accompanied by an adult

All proceeds go towards upgrading facilities at the 12 O'Clock Hills, and additional donations are very welcome. 💚

🎃 Grab your torch, pull on your boots and join us for a spooky night of adventure! 👻 https://eventmaster.ie/event/rZEoiPmS9y

15/10/2026

O’Callaghan’s Mills Parish notes

Hurling
The O’Callaghan’s Mills Junior C team were defeated by Whitegate in the quarter final of the County Junior C Hurling Championship at Scariff GAA grounds on Sunday October 11th. The teams were level at full time and extra time. Whitegate won on penalties. The score at the end of extra time was 5-19 each.

Meanwhile Inagh-Kilnamona won the County Senior Hurling Championship with an O’Callaghan’s Mills connection. Shane Lenihan formerly of Coolnahilla, O’Callaghan’s Mills and a former player with the club is the current secretary of Inagh-Kilnamona GAA Club.

At underage level O’Callaghan’s Mills under 14 team will play Eire Óg Ennis in the County under 14B Championship final at Feakle GAA Grounds on Sunday October 18th at 10.15am. O’Callaghan’s Mills will be defending the title. They won in 2025 when they defeated Clooney-Quin.

Camogie
Kilkishen camogie Intermediate team were defeated by Broadford-Bodyke in the semi-final of the County Intermediate Championship at Dr Daly Park, Tulla. A point separated the sides at the final whistle. Broadford-Bodyke led at half time by 5 points to 4 and the final score was 11 points to 10 points.

School News
Save the Date: Table Quiz!
Finally, please make a note in your diaries for our upcoming Table Quiz for the school, which will take place on Friday, 6th November at The Tavern. More details will follow in the coming weeks. In the meantime, if anyone would like to donate spot prizes for the night, please feel free to leave them in at the school.
Gaelscoil in East Clare
Could your child, or a child you know, potentially attend a Gaelscoil in East Clare?
O’Callaghan’s Mills National School is exploring the development of a Gaelscoil, with a proposed first Junior Infants total-immersion intake in September 2027, subject to the necessary approvals and supports.
The school is engaging with the Gael Aonad of the Department of Education and Youth and is seeking to hear from families across East Clare about their interest in Irish-medium education.
If you are interested or would like further information, please contact Principal Gráinne Conlon at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you.
Recent Deaths
The death has occurred recently of James Moloney, Kilgory, O'Callaghans Mills, Clare. Predeceased by his parents, Daniel and Sarah. He is survived by his sister Margaret Stenson his brothers Martin, David, Robert and Daniel.

His nieces and nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. His funeral took place in St Patrick’s Church, O’Callaghan’s Mills. After requiem mass cremation took place at Shannon Crematorium.

The death also took place recently of Noreen Cooney (née Minogue) Killaloe, Clare and formerly of Dromin, O’Callaghan’s Mills. She was predeceased by her husband Pat, her infant son John, her sister Eileen (Patrice), brothers Gerry and Sean. She is survived by her daughters Mary, Patrice, Gerardine, Annette and Therese, their partners Bernard Gloster, Michael Shanahan, Tom O’Neill, John Garrett and Pat Fanning, her beloved sisters Mary Donovan (Ennis Road) and Ann Fitzsimons (Tulla), brother-in-law Kevin Wringe (Perth) her grandchildren Shane and his fiancé Molly, Maeve, Aileen, Tomás, Seán, Padraig, David, Owen, Tadhg and Fiachra, her nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and carers.
Noreen’s remains were removed from McMahon’s funeral home, Blackwater to St Flannan’s Church Killaloe. After requiem mass cremation took place at Shannon Crematorium.

11/10/2026

O'Callaghan's Mills NS Table Quiz!

Save the Date! Join us on Friday, 6th November for a great night of fun, friendly competition and community spirit in support of O'Callaghan's Mills National School!

📍 Venue: The Tavern
⏰ Time: 8.30pm
👥 Teams of 4 – €40 per team

🎟️ Raffle and spot prizes on the night!

Gather your team, put your thinking caps on, and come along for a fantastic night while supporting our local school. We look forward to seeing you all there! 💚💛

09/10/2026

O’Callaghan’s Mills Parish notes

Handball
The members of Kilkishen Handball Club will meet at the GAA Clubhouse at Hamilton Park, Kilkishen on Sunday evening October 26th at 6pm to review the year gone by and make plans for the coming handball season. Officers will be elected, and various sub committees will be put in place to look after the underage boys and girls. All members are requested to attend, and parents of the underage players are especially welcome.

Hurling
The Junior C Hurling team will play Whitegate in the quarter final of the county Junior C Championship at Scariff GAA Grounds on Sunday next October 11th at 11am. Meanwhile at underage level the Under 14 team defeated Wolf Tones in the quarter final of the County under 14B Championship at Hamilton Park, Kilkishen on a score line of 4-11 to 2-11. They played Scarriff Ogonnelloe in Scariff on Sunday last October 4th in the county semi-final wining a high scoring contest on a score line of 4-16 to 5-10. Eire Óg Ennis will be the opposition in the final. They defeated Clonlara in the other semi-final.

Camogie
Kilkishen camogie Intermediate team were defeated by Broadford-Bodyke in the semi-final of the County Intermediate Championship at Dr Daly Park, Tulla. A point separated the sides at the final whistle. Broadford-Bodyke led at half time by 5 points to 4 and the final score was 11 points to 10 points.

School News
New Childcare Services Coming Soon
We are delighted to announce that childcare services will soon be available at the school, provided by ABC Future Heroes. They will be offering both a breakfast club and after-school care. If you would like more information on these upcoming services, please contact the school directly.

Save the Date: Table Quiz!
Finally, please make a note in your diaries for our upcoming Table Quiz for the school, which will take place on Friday, 6th November at The Tavern. More details will follow in the coming weeks. In the meantime, if anyone would like to donate spot prizes for the night, please feel free to leave them in at the school.

Gaelscoil in East Clare
Could your child or do you know a child who could potentially attend a Gaelscoil in East Clare? O'Callaghan's Mills NS is exploring the potential development of a Gaelscoil in East Clare, with a proposed first Junior Infants total-immersion intake in September 2027, subject to the necessary approvals and supports. The school has been engaging with the Gael Aonad of the Department of Education and Youth and now want to hear from families across East Clare.
The school has been circulating an Expression of Interest survey to gather the level of interest. The survey closes 16 October 2026 and can be found on Instagram, Facebook or by emailing [email protected] for further information.

Recent Deaths
The death took place recently of Patricia McInerney (nee O’Brien), Tierovanan, O'Callaghans Mills, Clare. Predeceased by her husband Sean and son Mark, her brothers John, James, Michael and Joseph, sisters Mary, Margaret and Sr. Assumpta. Patricia is survived by sons and daughters Mary, Barry, Oliver, John, Deirdre and Gráinne. Sons-in-law, daughters-in-law and partners Dan, Edel, Olga, Peter and Paul. Grandchildren Siún, Eoghan, Cormac, Fionn, Ivan, Theodore, Nicholas, Lily, Tommy and Oscar, sister Anne O'Kelly and brother Liam, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, neighbours, relatives and friends. Patricia’s funeral took place at St Patrick’s Church, O’Callaghan’s Mills after requiem mass burial took place in Tulla Cemetery.

The death also took place of Kitty Madden mee O’Connell, Cloncool, O’Callaghan’s Mills, Co Clare. Predeceased by her husband Willie and her brother-in-law Rodger Cosgrove. Sadly missed by her sister Anna Cosgrove (Ballygreen, Killaloe) , brother Mike, sister-in-law Martina, nieces, nephews, Michael, Kathleen, Patricia, Mary, Róisín, Michael, Siobhán and Ciara grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives, great neighbours and friends. Kitty’s funeral took place in St Patrick’s Church, O’Callaghan’s Mills after requiem mass burial took place in Tulla Cemetery.

The death also took place of the death of David O’ Brien, aka The Painter Flynn, formerly of Cross, Co. Mayo, and Belgrave Square, Dublin. Predeceased by his brother Cronan (John) and his sister Mary Rose O’Brien of Cappalaheen, Kilkishen. David’s funeral mass took place at St Senan’s Church, Kilkishen with burial afterwards in Ballysheen Cemetery Sixmilebridge.