Congratulations and best wishes: to Gerry O’Neill. Winner of this year’s Local Hero Award. “The caliber of local heroes nominated for the Westmeath Examiner Community and Sports Awards held at the park hotel Mullingar, last Thursday evening was simply outstanding. With such a remarkable longlist of entrants, the judges had a difficult task in narrowing it down to a shortlist.” For our community of Streete, however, the choice was clear. The Park Committee are very proud to have nominated Gerry O’Neill, for this prestigious award. Gerry joined our team of community workers in 2015 and has quickly become the heart and soul of our community centre—a man whose quiet strength, generosity, and selfless dedication inspire everyone around him. He is always the first to arrive and the last to leave, giving his time and energy without ever seeking recognition. Whether it’s setting up the hall for activities, guiding other volunteers, welcoming newcomers with warmth, or simply lending a listening ear, Gerry embodies what it truly means to be a local hero. This year, Gerry faced an unimaginable loss—the tragic and untimely passing of his only son. Despite this devastating personal tragedy, he has continued to serve our community with dignity, compassion, and resilience. His ability to keep supporting others while carrying such grief is a remarkable testament to his strength of character. Gerry doesn’t just volunteer—he uplifts, encourages, and brings people together. Even in his darkest days, he continues to shine a light for others. We believe Gerry above all, deserves this Local Hero Award not only for what he does, but for who he is. In a world often marked by division and uncertainty, Gerry reminds us of the enduring power of kindness, perseverance, and community spirit. To honour him is not only fitting—it is necessary. On behalf of your fellow workers, committee, and our local community who appreciate you so much. Gerry you are, without question, a true local hero. Well done.
Deepest sympathies: are expressed to the Mahedy family formally, of Coolnagun & later Uk and Mullingar, on the sad passing of Jimmy Mahedy Harbour St, Mullingar. Jimmy is Predeceased by his parents Tommy and Marcella Mahedy Coolnagun, Sister Marcella, Canada, and his beloved wife Evangeline. Jimmy will be very sadly missed by his dear daughters Natalie and Grace, his cherished grandchildren Rory and Maggie and Sebastian and Penelope, sons-in-law Paul and Matthew, his sister Noreen, Lucan, and brother Tom, England, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Congratulations and very well done to Inny Football team: Who wereDeservedly conferred as Team of the Year and Overall, Winners at the Westmeath Examiner Sports Awards Ceremony on Thursday evening last, this fine group of young men, their management team, and supporters "put Streete and Inny’s on the map of success" and serve as trailblazers for the club. It is a true testament to the dedication Richie, Niall and all the hard-working volunteer coach’s trainer’s and ref’s who give their time to train the team throughout the year starting with Inny F.C Sport Academy and the Underage Summer Camp which bread the ground of success as seen this year with a Connacht Cup and SFAI All-Ireland double title speaks for itself. A footballing miracle. The Inny faithful were proud people as they wore the black and yellow on memorable days in Castlebar, Dalton Park, Westport, and Kilkenny. Days that will live long in the memory and serve as inspiration for a long time to come. As quoted from a well-known sporting editor Damien Maher, Inny football club are undoubtably the best football club in the country. A Huge congrats to all involved. Streete Parish Park look forward to future development works and supporting Inny FC into the future. Well done.
SOCIAL DANCE: We remind you this coming Friday 26th, we have west coast Music legend, Pat Mulchrone all the way from Newport, Co Mayo. Pat is one of the foremost requested players in the country and has played all over the world. Streete has now become a great fixture on the social dancing circuit. Please come and support us and tell all your friends we are on the last Friday night of every month, dancing from 9.30 with the usual complimentary supper and a free raffle. Meet many new faces and make new friends while enjoying a great night out. admission only €10. Eir Code: N91 RC43
Streete Bowls Club: held their AGM on Tuesday last. The following officers were elected on the night. Chairman Liam Connaughton, Vice chairman Eamon Carty, Secretary Pat Kelly, Assistant Secretary Phyllis Martin, Treasurer Sean Flood, Assistant treasurer Mary Smith, Safety Officers Francis Butler, Seamus Moran and Michael Gillen. PRO Martin Gaynor,
The club would like to thank outgoing chairman Jimmy Leavy for his long and faithful service to the club. The meeting concluded with a minutes silence in honour of two esteemed members who departed this life since our last AGM- Michael Turner and Paul Holdroyd..May they rest in peace. New members are always welcome. Come along any Tuesday night.
Self-defence classes: Our highly acclaimed self defence teacher Tom Farrer was on hand to answer questions at an induction evening on Thursday last held in the Parish Park. Tom has had to make a change to the date and will let me no during the coming week. I know it was a busy night for a lot of people, and some could not make it. You can contact Tom directly on 086 8948562 or E-mail: [email protected]" He will talk you through what skills you will learn over the 6-week course. I recommend any young ladies heading off to college or taking to worldwide travel consider taking this course if only to build self-confidence. For more info, please give me a call. 087 1375222
Streete Parish Park Lotto Draw: Monday 8th September. Numbers Drawn: 2, 19, 23, 25 No Jackpot Winner. Four Lucky Dip Winners, Sheila Mulleady, Edgeworthstown (Online), Eanná Mac an Bhaird, Moydow, Stephen Gorman, Granard, Luke Kiernan Jnr, Lismacaffrey. Thanks for your continued support. Our next draw will take place on Monday 23rd September. €2850
Active Retirement: The Live longer and prosper program gets off to a great start and will continue on Thursdays in Multyfarnham Community Centre for the coming weeks, this is great news for our over 50’s and retired people who found great relief from Chair exercise etc. so please spread the great news. As always, these programs can only be funded if people take up on the offer so, please come and support. Members from other areas are also welcome to attend, call Kevin 087 1375222 for more details.
Holistic & Psychic Health Fair in Streete Parish Park October 5th: We are always trying to come up with something new and exciting to keep our community centre on the map, this year we will go one step further and dip our toes in the psychic world of health and wellness with Lots of exciting stalls. Holistic treatments, things to buy, plus get yourself a Tarot or Mediumship Reading. The event is Free to enter, and all are welcome. There will be a wide selection of products including crystals, holistic therapies, health, and beauty products along with much more on the day. Hope to see you all there for more info call Denise, 087 9798546 or Kevin 087 1375222
Gym Teacher: Paddy Cheevers, will start Spin classes in Streete Parish Park Saturday morning at 9.30. For all levels of fitness. Very enjoyable, and a great way to keep fit. All you need is a towel and water and it's 10 euro. If anyone interested in a circuit class straight after, from 10.15 to 11am or if anyone knows of teams who would like to do a spin or even a teenage spin we could get that going one of the evenings if there is enough interest. For more info, please call 087 1375222.
Handmade Christmas Market: This is a shoutout to our local vendors who wish to join us again this year with their handmade products, this year the market will run on Sunday 30th of November Deadline for application is 30th September. Please apply to the email HMCSTREETE @gmail.com
Community Employment, Streete Parish Park: We are asking anyone who is in receipt of welfare or farm income support to consider joining our community employment team. No qualifications are needed but opportunities are available for you to upskill and work whilst keeping your present benefits and receiving an extra payment. All is asked is that you contribute 19.5 hours flexible per week while enjoying a social and friendly environment with like-minded people. Immediate start and, you don’t need to be from the local area. Call Kevin 087 1375222
Yoga: Class every Wednesday morning by professional mentor Catherine Pacini 9 Am till 10, If you haven’t been to her classes maybe now is a good time to join. Call in for details.
Pickleball: Pickleball has now returned in the community centre, on Monday mornings and is doing very well, why not come along and take part in this easy to play game in great company. 9.30 till 10.30 Am.
Boherquill Ramblers: The Ramblers visited Coolamber House and Gardens at Lismacaffrey on Sunday 14 September 2025. The owner, Ann Marie Durkin, first led the group on a tour of the gardens. The main walled garden supplies vegetables, flowers and fruit for the cookery and flower arranging classes which are among the many Gardening and Lifestyle courses on offer at Coolamber. (www.coolambergarden.com) A small gardener’s cottage in one corner looks out over a water feature surrounded by lawns and cast-iron benches. A fine stone out-building has been restored and is now used during classes while another has been transformed into a cafe where the Ramblers enjoyed tea and scones. Moving to the House Ann Marie took the group through the dining room, sitting room, kitchen, and a landing room on the ornate stairs, recounting on the way the history of the house and all the work involved in its’ restoration.
Many thanks to Ann Marie for welcoming the Ramblers to Coolamber for such a fascinating afternoon tour. She has ambitious plans to continue the development of the House and Gardens and the Ramblers wish her success in her endeavors. On Sunday 28 September 2025 the Ramblers will meet at 2pm at Whitehall school near Castlepollard for a 9km road walk. There will be a shorter option. See boherquillramblers.ie for more information.
GYM: Membership includes induction course, access fob and use of the walking track. Costs for 12 months €250 for an adult, €475 for a couple and €180 for students and Oap’s. we have an easy payment option as well online just go to streeteanddistrict.ie and follow the Club force link. To discuss this more or chat about Membership, please call Kevin on 087 1375222
Mass intentions: Remember in your prayers the souls of Pat and Annie McNally, whose anniversary mass was last week. Months mind mass. Saturday 27th for the souls of Margaret Denning. Bookings are now being taken, contact Fr. Pierre on 087 6960542
Church Notes St Mary’s, Streete/Rathowen: Masses and Adoration. Mass this Saturday Evening in Boherquill at 8 Pm. Masses this week Boherquill Tuesday 9.30 am, Wednesday Rathowen 9.30 Am Thursday, Rathowen 9.30 Am, adoration 10 to 10.30 Friday, Boherquill, 8 pm with adoration 7 to 8 pm.
NOTES: If you would like to remind us of an upcoming event or would like to have something mentioned in the Streete and District notes, please email [email protected] or call Kevin 087 1375222 before 5 pm Saturday at the latest and remember folks if you don’t tell me I can’t tell them.