This morning we send festive greetings to all of our visitors to Abbeyfeale On Line who are logging in to us from every corner of the earth as well as from nearer home.
People have contacted us from many countries throughout the world including England, America, Canada, Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and several European countries.
We extend a Happy Christmas to all of you and we hope that you will continue to visit us in cyberspace during 2009..
It is a very pleasant Christmas morning here in Abbeyfeale. There was a slight overnight frost but it is very mild. (There is, we believe, heavy snow in New York.)
There was a big crowd at Midnight Mass last night which started at 9pm. (that is another story) The choir, under the capable baton of Dee Dennison, was in fine voice and the crib in the Church looked  splendid.
The town was quiet enough for a Christmas Eve. The pubs were reasonably busy, but nothing out of the ordinary. The threatened job losses at Dell and the uncertainty surrounding Kostel have created an understandable sense of apprehension throughout the locality and, indeed, the whole country. We can only hope for better days ahead.
One again, Happy Christmas from Abbeyfeale and we look forward to your continued support in the future.

FOGRA

The Government have commissioned a new jet. It is to be called Air Fás One.

RAY ON THE RADIO!

Local DJ, Ray Fennelly Jnr, will present a music programme on Limerick 95 fm today (Christmas Day) between 2pm and 6pm. Contact Ray on 061-461995 or e-mail him at studio@live95fm.ie
You can also listen on the world wide web at www.live95fm.ie

Four Men and a Dog

 Four Men and a Dog play Dolans Warehouse, Limerick on Monday 29th Dec. 9pm. The band which feature Dónal Murphy /Abbeyfeale on accordion, Cathal Hayden fiddle, Gerry O Connor banjo, Kevin Doherty guitar/vocals & Gino Lupari bodhran/vocals. A few “Special Guests” will join the band on the night. Tickets are available from www.dolanspub.com or 061 314483. A great night not to be missed!

 ST. ITA’S WRENBOYS

Paddy Finucane, the King of the Wrenboys is appealing for musicians, dancers, singers and especially drivers to join his band of Wrenboys on St. Stephen’s Day as they fundraise for two local Missionaries, Fr. John Moloney and Fr. Tim Galvin.  A documentary on St. Ita’s Wrenboys will feature on WL102fm on St. Stephen’s Day morning, exact time to be confirmed later.
CHRISTMAS GARDEN
Ann and Kevin Hennessy, have decorated their garden at Knockbrack for the past number of years and invite visitors to leave a donation for The Friends of St. Ita’s .

RUGBY

Abbeyfeale defeated Newcastlewest 14-7 in the Munster Junior Cup last weekend. They are drawn against Cork Con in the next round.

SOCCER

Newcastlewest 2, Abbeyfeale Utd 0. Abbeyfeale Utd B 0, Rathkeale B 5.
Abbeyfeale U/17s Vs Newcastle U/17s (A) 2.00. Sunday 27th December

GAA

Applications are currently being sought by Fr Casey’s for team managers for the 2009 season. Managers are sought for our Senior, Intermediate, Under 21 and Minor Teams.
Fr. Caseys are also currently looking for new Life Members. If you are interested please contact our club secretary on 087 4107669.