The table quiz tonight in Killeens at 9.30 is for Bothar , a group that raise money to buy animals such as cows, goats, pigs and fowl that are sent to poor people in Africa.
Today is Budget day in Ireland and it seems that Brian Cowen the Finance Minister has a good few shekels to spread around.
Noticed that this website has had 2272 visitors during the month of November which works out at about 76 each day. If you have a business in the area help the site become moreinteresting by making your site come alive.
The Birdwatch birdcount in gardens has started this week and will continue for thirteen weeks. Martin Burke, Gerry Casey, Mary Killeen and Tony Ellis have taken to the task of recording the numbers of the various birds in their garden. Interested in a record sheet then contact D.Killeen.
Weather forecast today is for fog widespread at first and cloudy and damp misty conditions with temperatures from 6 to 8 C or 43 to 46 F.
Val Joyce played some of the late Frank Ifield's songs last night in tribute including the hit ---"I'll Remember You". Cliff Richards has an unusual song out at the moment. He will find it hard to reach Number One for Christmas.
Finally a poem from Jack Quinn -
The Robin

Deserted
In Winter's face
A beady eye
On naked bush
In pierced armour
of puffed feathers
With sturdy patience
Awaits uncertain Spring