NEWTOWN UNITED FC

Only our second team were in action last weekend and unfortunately their home game with Fassaroe YC ended in defeat on a scoreline of 4-3. Goalscorers for Newtown were Terry Murphy, Robert Doyle and Eric Gammell. Everyone at the club sends its best wishes to former player Martin Melia who suffered a serious leg injury playing for Glenview F.C. recently.

Fixtures this weekend are: 1st Team Away to Ashford Rovers KO Sunday 11 a.m.; 2nd Team Home to BBK United KO Sunday 11 a.m.; Youth Team Away to Aughrim Rangers KO Saturday 2.30 p.m.

NEWTOWN JUNIORS FC

Pride of place this week goes to our Under 9's team who clinched the league title after a 1-0 win away to Arklow Town. Conor O'Toole-Odlum scored the all important goal just before half time to seal the three points. Well done to the players and management and to all the supporters who travel to all games and give massive support to the team.

In other games played our 8's lost 51 away to Wolfe Tone and our 13's lost 5-4 at home to Ardmore Rovers in a thriller. There were no games for the under 12's or girls teams. The under 10's completed their WDSL Futsal commitments with 2 wins, a draw and a defeat to continue their steady improvement throughout the month of January.

The following are the fixtures for the weekend: Under 8's Home to Wicklow Town KO Saturday 11a.m.; Under 9's Away to Wicklow Rovers KO TBC; Under 10's Home to Wolfe Tone 'B' KO Sunday 11 a.m.; Under 12's Home to Wicklow Rovers 'A' KO Sunday 10 a.m.; Under 13's Home to Ashford Rovers KO Saturday 11a.m.; Girls Under 12's Home to Broadford Rovers KO Sunday 12 noon.

In our birthday slot this week Caoimbhe Heffernan from the Under 12 girl's team has the stage all to herself. Happy birthday Caoimbhe from everyone in Newtown Juniors F.C. For all matters relating to Newtown Juniors F.C. contact Hughie on 0876987653 or visit our website at www.newtownjuniors.com

COUNTRY MARKETS

North Wicklow Country Markets continue every Saturday morning in Newcastle Community Centre from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. for all locally produced products - cakes, breads, chutneys, jams, fresh vegetables, and plants for the garden. Come along and have a look.

This year is our 40th anniversary. To start the celebrating we are inviting you to take part in our competitions - grow the tallest sunflower or grow the heaviest marrow. Come along to the market for entry forms and free seeds (while stocks last!)

GAA NOTES

The County Scór Final will be held in Roundwood at the end of February. Scór is always a great night of fun and enjoyment for all involved and for all spectators. Any drama enthusiasts, musicians, quiz lovers or those interested in the cultural aspects of the GAA can contact Robert in the Post Office to find out how to take part.

Congratulations to Ciarán Doyle of Newcastle GAA Club on receiving his award at the recent County Board Award Ceremony.

Sincere condolences to the family of Pat Doyle, who passed away recently in England. Pat's remains will arrive at St. Joseph's Church, Newtown, tonight (Wednesday) and Funeral Mass will be Thursday morning. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

The Newtown GAA Lotto jackpot currently stands at over €4,000. Tickets are only €2 each and are widely available, so make sure you have your ticket!

DISCO

Are you between the ages of 11 and 15? If so come along on February 13 to the Community Centre in Newtown for our Valentines Disco from 6.30 to 9 p.m. Admission is €3. The disco is being organised by the 3rd Wicklow scout troop (Newtown).