Carmel retires

The Diary offers its congratulations and best wishes to Carmel Gleeson, who recently retired from the post of Principal at Saint Laurence's National School in Crookstown.

Carmel served at the school for 35 years, and in addition to being a strong member of the south Kildare community, she is heavily involved in Bridge and with the Lions Club.

There was a big Kilcullen representation at the mass and retirement party. The Diary was unable to attend due to the Editor being abroad for an extended period.

Brian Byrne.