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Frank Feighan has worked for you For more than thirty years, I have been actively involved in politics and community life. In my four years as a TD in Roscommon/South Leitrim, I am very honoured to have played my part as a member of the Government which has restored our nation’s sovereignty. As the only local Government TD in Roscommon/South Leitrim, health has been a huge priority for me. However as you can see below, I have helped to secure funding not just in health but across a range of sectors. During my time in Government, I am very proud to have delivered more than €200m worth of infrastructural

projects for my constituency. People who know me personally know that I have never done anything for political or capital gain. I have worked very hard for constituents; I have always tried to be honourable and decent and I want to sincerely thank everyone who has supported me personally and throughout my political career. My work as a TD still continues and I will continue to fulfil my mandate as the local Fine Gael TD right up until polling day whenever that may be.

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Delivering for you 1,000 turf cutting families are in year 4 of receiving €1,500 a year tax free over a 15 year period. Continue to work with turf-cutters on relocation plans.

Secured multi-million euro investment for Lough Key Forest & Activity Park.

Fought for and helped deliver compensation to Arigna Miners.

Helped deliver new Primary Care Centre in Boyle.

Secured €20m in 2013 to resolve the poor quality of water within my constituency.

Works ongoing on the new North East Water Treatment plant (Lisseen).

New water treatments plant at Boyle Ardcarne and Arigna/Ballyfarnon.

€60,000 funding for Ballyleague riverbank development.

Secured funding for the €60m bypass in Ballaghaderreen.

€20m plus investment programme at Roscommon County Hospital consisting of: *€6m Endoscopy Unit - due to open *€8m Medical Rehab Unit – plans underway * Palliative Care Centre - plans underway.

Helped deliver Emergency Aeromedical Service (air ambulance) located at Custume Barracks, which is now permanent.

€6m realignment of two sections of the N61 at Treanagry and Rathallen, Boyle.

New water treatment plant at Roscommon Town. New Loughglynn ambulance base.

New interim Water Treatment plant at Castlerea.

New Water Treatment plants at South Roscommon, Killeglan and Lisbrock. Lobbied for new Cloonakilla NS project - now underway.

Secured funding for new state-ofthe-art Community School for Ballinamore.

Secured funding for the €6m Ballinamore Community Hospital and Primary Care Centre.

Unemployment figures for Roscommon 4,055 people unemployed now 3,549 (down by 12.5%) 506 extra people now at work in Roscommon. National unemployment figures were 15.2% down now to 9.5% Unemployment reductions in all parts of the country.

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Ready to walk the walk! Roscommon camogie team have the best wishes of everyone behind them as they take on Laois in the All-Ireland Final on Sunday. Pictured at a recent press night were Edel Gately, Joanne Beattie, Kelley Hopkins, Elaine Daly and Suzanne Spillane. Picture: Andrew Fox

Thursday There’s a fancy ad on television. ‘Are you ready for the return of the Late Late Show?’ it blares, along with swirling images of Mr. Tubridy and some of his guests from last season. ‘Are you ready for the return of the Late Late Show?’ Unfortunately the ad was so quick I didn’t pick up where you’re supposed to send your reply to.

Saturday & Sunday Paddy Joe the Barber says the best aspects of a Roscommon game are often the parade and the national anthem. It’s when the ball is thrown in that the problems can start. It feels a bit like that here in the West this Sunday evening, as we reflect on the promised land that turned out to be a mirage. The flags were flying all over Connacht over the past week and there was a real buzz of anticipation. We headed into the weekend gripped by – to borrow a phrase – the terrible beauty of Mayo’s relentless quest to win Sam Maguire back; and by the Galway hurlers, in the past so often the purists without the prize, seeking with notably steely determination this year the embrace of Liam McCarthy for the first time since 1988. In Roscommon, old rivalries with our esteemed neighbours were cast aside and replaced by the hope that the West would be best. Unfortunately, it didn’t work out for Mayo and Galway seniors this time. But we’ll keep the faith in the West. We’ll be back!

Sunday morning Dreams. They can be crazy, can’t they? Over the weekend I think I dreamt that I was flicking through the television channels, only to see Mr. Tubridy introduce a section on his newly-returned Late Late Show. In the footage that followed, Marty Morrissey is seen dancing at some country wedding. Bizarre. Something similar happened again last night: I think I dreamt that Daniel O’Donnell broke into the plush BBC studios and invaded the set of ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, taking his place with the usual cast of sports people, broadcasters, cooks and soap stars. It almost looked like he’s going to be a con-

Pictured supporting Roscommon minor hurlers in the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick on Saturday last were Ciaran and Conor Mulry. Picture: Andrew Fox

testant! If these images are from ‘real life,’ it means that Marty Morrissey having the craic at a country wedding was central to the first Late Late Show of the season and that Daniel O’Donnell is going to take part in the massive BBC hit Strictly Come Dancing. Like I say, I must have been dreaming.

Monday A great win for the Republic of Ireland tonight against Georgia, followed by a great first programme in a new series from the Apres Match guys. It was funny, nostalgic and poignant (Apres Match that is). Apres Match of the Day will be well worth watching on the evidence of this very entertaining first edition. Meanwhile, Ireland’s Euro hopes are still very much alive and kicking.

Tuesday The pages of history are turning in front of our eyes.

But we need to stop on the pages of history and pause and digest what is happening – and act. If we’re honest with one another, most of us watched with more than a touch of apathy and perhaps even ignorance, as this tragedy of historic proportions unfolded in grim instalments, over several months. While we complained about the rainy summer, over two thousand migrants and asylum seekers were drowning during desperate, often doomed attempts to cross the Mediterranean Sea. We knew it was happening; the mass deaths left us uncomfortable as they took up regular residency in the daily news bulletins of the first half of 2015. But, perhaps because it was ‘there’ and not ‘here,’ perhaps for a variety of reasons – some, undoubtedly, to do with attitudes to immigration – we generally looked away. We’re not looking away any more, thankfully. The popular wisdom is that it took the image of the body of a three-year-old boy washed up on a Turkish beach to finally make the world sit up and take notice of what was happening in the Mediter-

ranean. We need to remember that many more babies and small children had lost their lives in this catastrophic humanitarian disaster; but it was the shocking, sad simplicity of the image of Aylan Kurdi that made the world stop looking away. Although ‘ordinary people’ would be well justified in feeling uncomfortable – at the very least – with how long it has taken us to wake up to this crisis, we shouldn’t allow guilt to overcome us. We should not let European and world leaders off the hook either. We elect them to lead, after all. In fact, even to this day, the ‘ordinary people’ seem to be ahead of their political leaders. I really don’t wish to Government-bash when what really matters now is the need for an urgent, humane response to an unfolding tragedy, but I will say that our political leaders have been badly wrong-footed over recent weeks. From the increasingly tetchy Simon Coveney to the ‘Two-eyes-on-the-election’ Joan to the ‘I’ll see which way the wind is blowing’ Enda, they’ve been decidedly uninspiring. Little more than a week or so ago there was much proud talk amongst our leaders of Ireland taking in 500 migrants. Then, when the direction and firmness of public opinion became known, Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald quickly scrambled to increase that figure up to around 1,800. Next Joan Burton gets in on the act, anxious to increase the figure (without much apparent consultation with Fine Gael); she rows in with 5,000. Enda has remained vague. We see it far too often; politicians out of touch, then forced to play an unseemly ‘catch up’ when they have been left under no illusions about the mood of the public. In fairness, the Irish public would seem to be making their views known now; and our traditional generosity is to the fore. We need to act now. In our own communities, our parishes, our towns and villages, we need to be open and welcoming. There are too many dead children and adults in the sea. There are hundreds of thousand more people, perhaps millions, whose futures are in the hands of the world leaders and the ordinary people. There has to be long-term, logistical solutions, of course, but there also has to be an emergency response to a monumental crisis. No more looking away. It’s time to pause on this page in history.

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thority. At present, the administration of Athlone is shared between the Westmeath and Roscommon county councils. Secondly, when Ireland’s postcode system, Eircode, was launched in July, many south Roscommon addresses were listed as being in Co. Westmeath. “The Department, An Post and Eircode are contriving to orchestrate that people in the general area of Monksland and Bealnamullia and out as far as Brideswell, are ‘Westmeathians’,” said Cllr. Paddy Kilduff, of Fianna Fáil. “One particular Monksland man, who is an accountant, was sent a

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Once upon a time, a girl was searching for her perfect abode. She was told by a wise old man that she would need to offer the housing gods a solid bar of gold, her firstborn child and the blood of five male pigs. She would also need to battle a thousand evil witches who also coveted her magical cottage. Medieval fairy-tale? More like Galway city mid-August. If you don’t rock up with your references and cash deposit in hand, you can kiss that apartment goodbye. People bemoan the rent crisis in Dublin, where you pay a small fortune for a kitchen cum bathroom nightmare, but the reality is that it has trickled out through all of our smaller cities and towns. In Cork, the difference in two years is monumental. My rent was increased by 50 euro but I’d be surprised if it wasn’t upped again this year. My apartment was offered as tempo-

rary host to two girls seeking refuge at the mercy of fastidious landlords. When young graduates are genuinely worried about living on the streets, it makes you wonder how did it get so bad so quickly? Back in the day, you trawled Daft.ie for the best possible deal and ruled out any place that didn’t have pictures included or a dishwasher. Nowadays you take anything you can get with a roof and four walls (and an Ethernet connection, you’re not an animal). Reports of open viewings are starting to sound like a scene from 300. Girls are going into nightclub bathroom mode whereas guys are puffing up every inch of chest in their attempts to shoulder into the 3-bed apartment with ensuite bathrooms. It’s a dog eat dog world in the land where no pets are allowed. There is little wonder as to why the rent crisis is at its peak today. The Celtic Tiger spawned a generation of reluctant landlords who are opting to sell their dream homes for half their

value rather than lease them out to unruly students. While it is unfair to tar everyone with the same brush, you can see why they would prefer the young family to a quartet of beer-guzzling first-years. My ex-landlady sold her house fairly sharpish after our Rag Week incident which involved broken chairs, upturned bins and a Garda callout. And we were the mild breed of student. The advice is to be prepared. Get your references sorted, have your deposit and month’s rent ready to go and above all else, charm the pants off that landlord. Not literally of course. Unless it’s a duplex apartment with sea views; then you do what you need to do.

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The remarkable story of the three Cloonfad sisters who gave birth on the one day continued last weekend, when a fourth sibling had her fourth child. Christina Murray, whose due date was the previous Sunday, gave birth to a daughter, Annalise, at 6.12 pm last Friday in Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar. The arrival of Annalise, who weighed 8lbs 10oz, brought joy to Christina and her husband, Alan. They live with their two sons – Dylan, eight, and Nathan, four – and their daughter, Leah, three, in Kiltevna, near Dromore, Co. Galway. Christina is from nearby Cloonfad, like her three sisters – Mairéad, Jolene and Bernie – who had all given birth in Castlebar three days previously. Mairéad Fitzpatrick gave birth to Tomás Óg; Jolene Godfrey gave birth to Sorcha; Bernie Warde gave birth to Phelim. Christina said: “There was great excitement with the other three born on the one day, so it was a bit disappointing that mine wasn’t born that day!”

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newsbriefs Afternoon of Healing Prayer Fr. John Keane is holding an Afternoon of Healing Prayer at Our Lady Star of the Sea Healing Centre, Rath Road, Curraghboy on Sunday, 13th of September, commencing at 12 noon and ending at 4 pm. The programme comprises of Rosary, Praise and Worship, Adoration, Healing and Holy Mass. All are most welcome. Contact 086 4054489 for further information.

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There were 304 less people unemployed in Co. Roscommon last month than at the same point last year, new figures have indicated. The Central Statistics Office revealed that, in August 2014, there were 3,853 people in the county on the Live Register, compared to 3,549 last month.

There was also a slight drop in the month-by-month figures: 14 less were out of work in August than in July, when the figure was 3,563. A minor decrease was recorded in all areas: there was a fall of three in Castlerea (from 1,586 to 1,583), a drop of four in Roscommon town (from 1,060 to 1,056) and a fall of seven in Boyle (from 917 to 910).

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A social event… with crime prevention advice! Community Gardai host Harvest Gathering for older persons < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Pictured at one of the recent annual Harvest Gatherings in Fourmilehouse were Garda John Maher, Garda Sinéad Higgins, Sgt. Paul McDermott, Garda Collette O‘Donnell, Garda John O‘Connor and Garda Yvonne Corrigan. Picture: Andrew Fox/www. andrewfox.ie

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The fifth annual Harvest Gathering – a social event for older persons, organised by local Community Gardaí – will take place in Fourmilehouse on Wednesday, September 30. This gathering has proven extremely popular since its inception, often attracting crowds of up to 200 people. It will start at noon, with Mass in St Brigid’s Church, Fourmilehouse, followed by an information seminar, refreshments and music and dancing in the nearby Kilbride Community

Centre. The main attraction will be the Garda Band, who will make their first appearance at the event, while local musicians Frank Nelson, Jimmy Kearney and Frank Kelly will also provide entertainment. Garda John O’Connor, of Roscommon Garda Station, said: “It is a social event for older persons, but we can give them crime prevention advice also.” Those who are interested in attending should contact either of the following Gardaí: Colette O’Donnell/John O’Connor (Roscommon Garda Station) on 087-3327462; Michael Pilkington (Boyle Garda Station) on 071-9664620; Tom Cunnane (Castlerea Garda Station) on 094-9621630; or Martin Coyle (Ballaghaderreen Garda Station) on 094-9860002.

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Safety concerns on Strokestown-Kilmore Road raised Cllr. Maura Hopkins, right, has raised safety concerns with regard to the road verges along the Strokestown to Kilmore road. She said that a number of dangerous incidents had occurred on the road, which had alarmed residents and road-users. Cllr. Hopkins added: “There is a particularly dangerous section of roadway past the Silver Eel pub heading away from

Strokestown where sections of the verge have dropped below the level of the road. “Drivers therefore must stay closer to the white line to avoid this drop.” Cllr. Hopkins said that she has raised this matter with Roscommon County Council’s engineering department. “I have received feedback that an assessment of this section of road has taken place,” she said.

Cllr. Hopkins has encouraged the engineering department to carry out urgent works to deal with this situation as soon as possible.

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Restriction on admissions to Sacred Heart Hospital temporarily averted < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

The restriction on admissions to Sacred Heart Hospital, Roscommon town which was due to come into force on Monday, has been averted. The news emerged as crowds from throughout the county attended a public meeting on the subject in the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon town. The brief reprieve comes after the Health Service Executive appealed the decision by the health watchdog. The Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) had ordered the HSE not to admit any new patients to the 45 of the 80 nursing home beds in the hospital that did not comply regulations. However, the HSE appealed this decision to HIQA, who have an indefinite timeframe in which to respond. In the meantime, normal business will continue in all of the nursing home, run by the HSE. “It’s open for admissions at the moment,” said John McDermott, chairperson of the Roscommon Hospital Action Committee. HIQA believe that the hospital falls short of modern standard and want a commitment from the HSE and the Government to rebuild it. The 50-bedded unit proposed, with en suite bath-

rooms, would cost up to €13 million. So far, Health Minister Leo Varadkar has not indicated whether that would be allocated to the HSE in capital funding announcements. Mr McDermott, who met with HSE officials in the hospital on Wednesday, said: “The HSE are looking for a year to get a decision on the capital funding. “They are asking HIQA to consider allowing them an extension of 12 months under the current situation to get the capital funding in place.” The Sacred Heart Hospital is one of dozens of State-run nursing homes nationwide that doesn’t comply with modern health standards. A HSE spokesperson confirmed: “The HSE has submitted a response to the 28-day notice of proposal from HIQA. “The response outlines that a proposal to address the concerns raised by HIQA is being considered at national level, particularly between the HSE and the Department of Health. “We are awaiting further information with regards to it.” However, Mr McDermott believes the ball is firmly in the Minister’s court. “Everybody is irrelevant except the Minister for Health and his capital allocation and whether Roscommon is on that or not,” he said.

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The restriction on admissions to Sacred Heart Hospital, Roscommon town which was due to come into force on Monday, has been averted.

Admissions ban ‘would impact on A&Es’ < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

A restriction on admissions to the majority of the Sacred Heart Hospital, Roscommon town, would exacerbate the overcrowding crisis at local emergency departments, a local doctor has warned. After an order from the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA), from Monday, the county’s State nursing home was due to face restrictions – but this has temporarily been put on hold. Dr Greg Kelly, a GP in Castlerea, said that it would be a terrible move that would have a detrimental impact on other health services. He said: “On an ongoing basis, I am making representations to the services to get patients transferred back to the Sacred Heart

Hospital in Roscommon. “The usual reason why they can’t is because there are no beds available. That is with the present complement of beds; it

is even going to cause a lot more problems in the coming months with less beds available. “It is vulnerable patients who are going to suffer again.”

LEYDEN TO TABLE SEANAD MOTION < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Senator Terry Leyden will table a motion in the Seanad next Wednesday calling on Health Minister Leo Varadkar to urgently provide funding to rebuild the Sacred Heart Hospital in Roscommon town. The Fianna Fáil politician wants him to commit €13 million to develop a new 50-bedded, single-occupancy facility, with ensuite bathrooms. Senator Leyden said that he had asked Deputy Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil’s spokesperson for health, to table a similar motion in the Dáil. “It is vital that funding is provided for these works to allow for further registrations at the Sacred Heart home,” said Senator Leyden.

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Top award nomination for Donnellan & Co Clothing and footwear store Donnellan & Co, of Main Street, Roscommon town, are one of the finalists for the 2015 Retail Excellence Awards. The awards will take place in the Radisson Blu in Galway on November 7. The finalists were selected following a rigorous examination process, involving mystery shopping and store assessment audits. A total of 30 finalists have been shortlisted for the awards, but Donnellan & Co. are the only Co. Roscommon outlet to make the list. Retail Excellence Ireland chief executive David Fitzsimons said: “I want to congratulate these progressive retailers for being selected.” The awards programme is the largest retail calendar and recognises the professionalism and innovation of compa- Edward Donnellan of Donnellan & Co., Main Street, Roscommon. nies, stores, websites and individals in the industry.

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149 Strokestown Show is this weekend < PAUL HEALY

It’s one of the biggest agricultural and familyfriendly shows held anywhere in Ireland – and it’s on this weekend! The 149th annual Strokestown Agricultural Show will be held in the grounds of Strokestown Park House on Saturday and Sunday, the 12th and 13th of September. Various All-Ireland finals will be held, with Saturday’s amazing schedule sure to attract competitors and spectators from all over Ireland. On the Sunday, a real

‘Family Day’ atmosphere descends on Strokestown. Saturday’s schedule Saturday of show weekend at Strokestown is traditionally the day on which the majority of animal-related competitions take place. On Saturday the highlights of this year’s ‘Strokestown schedule’ will include the Angus Society All-Ireland Finals with prize fund of €10,000, the €5,000 AllIreland Nutrius Animal Feeds Beef Bullock Championship and the €2,000 Greenvale Animal Feeds All-Ireland Beef

Heifer Final. Also taking place will be the €1,200 Hanly’s Hardware and Spar Supermarket All-Ireland Calf Classes. There will be classes in Hereford, Charolais, Limousin, Belgian Blue, Simmental and Shorthorn, with All-Ireland finals in Limousin, Simmental and Shorthorn. There will also be the traditional range of sheep classes. An important and very popular part of the show are the farm and garden produce displays, which will be very varied once again this year.

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New to this section is a qualifier for the AllIreland Christmas Baking Championship, sponsored by Al Hayes Motors, with a prize-fund of €750 (final at Eyrecourt Show on Sunday, September 20th). Sunday’s highlights On Sunday the Strokestown Park Irish Draught Broodmare Championships will be held, featuring a €2,000 prize fund. This is sponsored by the Callery Family Endowment Fund. There will be a range of horse and pony showing classes, including Driving for Style and Appearance. There will be a Donkey Derby (€100 prize for winner), a great Dog Show, Poultry Section and much more.

Family Fun Sunday is very much Family Day at Strokestown Show. There will be a Little Miss and Little Master Show, a Miss Teen competition, Glamorous Granny event and of course the everpopular Baby Show. Winner of the Best Dressed Lady award will receive a €500 prize and the person deemed to be the Best Dressed Gent will receive a €200 prize. There will be a Puissance Wall competition in association with The County Roscommon Hunt. Dog Show Organisers are preparing for their biggest Dog Show yet, taking place on Sunday, 13th of September.

There will be classes for just about every breed of dog you can think of! New to the Dog Show this year is a qualifier for the All-Ireland Irish Native Breed Championship Final being held at Eyrecourt Show on September 20th. Visit the fabulous Walled Gardens On the Sunday of the Show, the beautiful six-acre Walled Gardens at Strokestown Park House will be open, free of charge, to the public. Thanks to the Callery family for this gesture. Entertainment for children… There will be a real family atmosphere in the grounds of Strokestown Park House on both days.

There will be FREE bouncy castles and slides for kids throughout both days. There will also be numerous further amusements. Performing ponies will be in attendance too! Music and dancing! There will be music and an opportunity for locals and visitors to mingle and socialise during the twoday Strokestown Show. Watch out for Marty Mone of ‘Hit the Diff’ renown who will provide entertainment on Sunday afternoon, as will a number of other bands and professional dancers. Come and see Killian and Katelyn – ‘The Jiving Kids’ – give a spectacular afternoon performance on Sunday, September 13th.

Important Notice to Landowners This notice sets out the responsibilities of landowners in relation to the maintenance of public roads. A public road includes the carriageway and the grass margins.

TREES AND HEDGES Landowners are responsible for the cutting, trimming and maintenance of roadside trees and hedges which may become a potential hazard to road users or interfere with the general maintenance of the public road. It is not the responsibility of the County Council to maintain or cut back trees or hedges for landowners. All unsafe trees should be removed from the roadside and hedges should be cut back and trimmed. All reasonable care should be taken to ensure the safety of road users when this work is being carried out. Landowners are responsible for the cost of removing fallen trees from public roads. Professional advice on the condition of roadside trees may be obtained from specialist tree surgeons, if necessary. Tree felling or hedge cutting should not be undertaken, except in the case of an emergency, between 1st March and 31st August each year.

DAMAGE TO ROADS It is an offence to damage or dig up a public road without the permission of the County Council, or to allow any material, including soil, slurry, fodder or any debris onto a public road, where such material could create potential hazard for road users. Landowners should ensure that:• the transport of winter fodder over public roads is eliminated or minimised. • tyres of tractors are regularly washed down so that soil is not carried onto the public road and any soil, fodder etc., which is deposited on the road is removed immediately. • fodder, plastic or twines are not left on grass margins. • livestock are fed an adequate distance from the roadside to prevent road drainage being interfered with and slurry flowing onto the road.

ROAD DRAINAGE It is the responsibility of landowners to install an adequate drainage system in order to ensure that:• water is not prevented or obstructed from draining from a public road. • water does not flow onto a public road from lands. Written consent is required from the County Council where it is proposed to deepen or widen an existing drain or dig a new drain within 15 metres of the nearest edge of the road. Roscommon County Council seeks the co-operation of all landowners in complying with their obligations relating to public roads. Pat Murtagh, A/Director of Services Roads, Community & Enterprise and Culture. 10th September, 2015.

On the Sunday of the Show, the beautiful six-acre Walled Gardens at Strokestown Park House will be open, free of charge, to the public

Hopkins lobbies Minister on Sacred Heart Hospital Cllr. Maura Hopkins, of Fine Gael, has said that she has been lobbying Health Minister Leo Varadkar on the need to provide urgent funding to the Sacred Heart Hospital, Roscommon town. She said: “Firstly, Minister Varadkar is fully aware of this issue. “I have spoken to him at length on the issue so he is fully briefed on our concerns regarding new admissions into the 45 beds in question within the Sacred Heart Home. “I too share concerns regarding the need for decisions to be made on capital investment for the Sacred Heart Hospital. It is an extremely important place for our elderly who cannot be cared for at home. “This is a problem which was first identified by HIQA back in 2009. So, this has been an issue ongoing for quite a number of years. “An appeal has now been lodged to HIQA with regard to the decision that has been made to highlight the negative impact that it will have on the area in terms of new residents being allowed in, on staff and the fact that

the care in this facility is excellent. “The Sacred Heart Hospital will continue to receive new admissions while this is taking place. “There have been ongoing negotiations with the HSE this week regarding interim funding of monies in the region of €170,000-€200,000 in

order to take immediate steps to deal with this issue. It has now become clear that this level of investment will not meet HIQA requirements, it will not bring the building up to the required standards to meet the short term needs. “With regard to the need for capital investment, Minister Varadkar has stated that the State will need to spend up to €500m to replace or refurbish very old Health Service Executive-run nursing homes. “It is estimated that the Sacred Heart Home will require in the region of €11-13 million. “It is my understanding having spoken with the Minister that the budget for the new capital plan will be announced until early October. “Negotiations are ongoing between the Department of Health and Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in relation to this. “I am fully aware that urgent decisions need to be made and will do everything I can in respect of this capital project.”

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Seconds out… it’s another Big Heart Fight Night! •

Big-hearted Roscommon men and women are wanted to take part in the ‘Roscommon Big Heart Fight Night’. The Irish Heart Foundation’s challenge will raise funds for the national heart and stroke charity’s life-saving research and educational programmes. The Foundation is offering men and women of all ages and fitness levels the challenge of getting fit and stepping into a boxing ring for this fundraising boxing challenge. The challenge is open to everyone. No previous boxing experience is necessary as participants will train for seven weeks in the basics of boxing, fitness and stamina needed to compete in one three-round bout. The event will take place on Sunday, October 25, in the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon town, where an 18 ft. ring will provide the centrepiece for a night of personal achievement.

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Training will start on Friday at the Quad Youth Centre, Roscommon town. Each of the participants will be asked to raise a minimum amount of sponsorship, which covers their training and equipment, the running of the night and a contribution towards

the Irish Heart Foundation. To take part in the Big Heart Fight Night or to find out more, see www. irishheart.ie/boxin irishheart.ie /boxingg, or contact Breffni Gorman, of the Irish Heart Foundation, on 086 3806941, or email Bgorman@ irishheart.iee irishheart.i

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Pictured are some of the striking flower features which have been erected in Roscommon town recently and the initiative has led to much positive comment from tourists and locals alike. Pictures: Andrew Fox.

FL WER POWER! Colourful project hailed as it ‘enhances town image’ NEWS FEATURE < PAUL HEALY

t’s flower power, 21st century style – and it has greatly enhanced the visual appearance of Roscommon town! About forty striking flower features have been erected in Roscommon town recently and the initiative has led to much positive comment from tourists and locals alike. The project has been overseen by ‘Grá Ros’, a sub-committee of Roscommon Chamber of Commerce. While ‘Grá Ros’ began their work back in 2012, the full fruits of their labour are now in evidence after they received great backing from the Roscommon business community. Four local businesswomen make up the subcommittee. They are Mary Gleeson, Caitlín McConn, Rita Oates and Mella Stephens. The ladies started their project back in March 2012, leading a campaign to get more flower boxes and hanging baskets in place around Roscommon town. The success of this initial promotion would not have been possible without the pro-active role of businesses. Last year, the project was advanced further with the introduction of flower planters. First there were ten but then, when the business community was invited to sponsor more, ten became forty! They have now all been put in place and this week ‘Grá Ros’, in launching the project, want to thank everyone for their support. In addition to thanking sponsors (listed) ‘Grá Ros’ acknowledge the support of the Chamber of Commerce; Roscommon Tidy Towns; Christmas Lights Sub-Committee; Tús workers; Dominic Martin; Richard Waters and Roscommon County Council. Caitlín McConn told the Roscommon People: “Businesses have been great. We raised €8000 (since concentrating on the flower planters aspect of the project). This is a great example of people working together. The flowers have greatly enhanced the town and we want to thank everyone for their support.” Well-known local businesswoman Mary Gleeson receives regular feedback from tourists through the family’s (Townhouse & Restaurant) business. Mary says that tourists have been very impressed

Local Roscommon town business-women Rita Oates, Mella Stephens, Caitlín McConn and Mary Gleeson who are members of ‘Grá Ros’ .

with the colourful flowers project. “Roscommon Town came joint third in Ireland in the recent IBAL (Irish Businesses Against Litter) ratings and

it’s acknowledged that the flowers played a huge part in that. With the free parking advantage in Roscommon and initiatives like this one, we can

A thank you to our sponsors Businesses who contributed to planters project: AIB, ALDI, Alter Ego, Be U Shoes, Campion Insurance, Casey’s Centra & Supermacs, Charlie O’Brien/ RosMed Chemist, Comfy Café, Credit Union, Denis Naughten, Dermot Hughes Toyota Garage, Donal Haughey of Ros Windows, Donnellan’s Menswear, Dunnes Stores, ETL Craft & Giftware, FBD, Fleming’s SuperValu, Frances Fashions, George Bannon, George’s Pub, Gleeson’s Townhouse & Restaurant, Hannon’s Hotel, Heatons, Hynes Chemist, JJ Harlow’s Bar, JJ Ward’s/Topline, John Earley, John Finn Electrical, Keane’s Garage, Klassic Cleaners, Macklin’s Fish, Maddens Meats, Mahon Sweeney Solicitors, Mary McMahon/C U Well, Mary Raftery Jewellers

Ltd, McGuinness/Total Health Chemist, McNeill’s, Medical Centre Coman’s Park, MJ Farrell Jewellers, Molloy’s Bakery, Abbeytown, Molloy’s Chemist, Murray’s pub, Norio’s, Neilan Solicitors, Newsround, Orla Leyden, Paddy Joe Burke, Paddy Power, Pat Hughes, Pat Smyth, Paul Byron Shoes Permanent TSB, Radiomation, Ray Gannon, Rogue & Co Café, Roscommon Co. Co., Roscommon Credit Union, Roscommon Herald, Roscommon Mart, Roscommon People, Russell Brennan Keane, Satara, Sean Doyle, Harrison Centre, Service Matters, Skincare & Hair Spa, Tattie Hoaker, The Abbey Hotel, The Central Bar, The Red Parrot, Timepieces, Veterinary Supplies, Walsh’s Spar.

all enhance Roscommon by working together and promoting ourselves positively.” Equally passionate are Rita Oates and Mella Stephens who emphasise that adorning the town’s roundabouts is also an important part of the initiative. The ladies pay tribute to Tús workers who – through the Tidy Towns Association – have taken responsibility for watering the flowers. They also want to extend a huge thank you to the members of the Christmas Lights Sub-Committee who did great work in putting all the fittings in place! The various boxes will be refilled next year and plans are in place to ensure that all the maintenance requirements are met. Meanwhile, the work of ‘Grá Ros’ will continue – and there are plans to develop more flower features around the town. To help out, with financial support or much-appreciated voluntary assistance, please contact Caitlín on 086-0859275.

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Many more births than deaths in Roscommon – CSO Report < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

A total of 142 deaths occurred in Co. Roscommon between January 1 and March 31 last, figures released by the Central Statistics Office showed. Of those who passed away, 77 were male and 65 were female.

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Thirty-one of the total died of malignant neoplasms; 41 were as a result of diseases of the circulatory system; 27 were as a result of diseases of the respiratory system; 10 were listed as being as a result of external causes. Finally, 33 were down to ‘all other causes’. In the same period, meanwhile, there were 210 births registered to women living in Co. Roscommon. A total 153 of these were born to parents who were married or in a civil partnership, while 57 were born outside of such a union.

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Kilduff launches annual Harvest Exhibition in Lecarrow The committee of St Johns Community Centre, Lecarrow held a most enjoyable launch night for their forthcoming 2nd annual Harvest Exhibition in Kelly’s Bar, Lecarrow on Friday night last. The exhibition was officially launched by Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, Cllr. Paddy Kilduff, who himself was the founding secretary of St Johns Community Centre. Cllr. Kilduff warmly welcomed the forthcoming exhibition (it takes place on 19th September) which will once again be kindly hosted by local landowners James and Eleanor Coffey – and he spoke

of the great community spirit that exists in the locality to set up and host such events. Cllr. Tony Ward also addressed the gathering and spoke of being very proud to see a local event that showcases all the traditional harvesting methods that generations ago would have been used to. Both Cllr. Kilduff and Cllr. Ward praised James and Eleanor Coffey for their generosity in opening up their farm to a worthy local cause. PRO of St Johns Community Centre, Lecarrow commented to the Roscommon People: “We are delighted that our harvest exhibition day is coming

together nicely and we have added a significant schedule to events to our programme in recent days. “This year’s event will be significantly bigger than last year’s, with a huge positive response from local committees and participants who will take part on the day. “This year will, for instance, see horse and donkey classes with prizes for best in class and best turned out in classes; there will be a sheepdog display from well-known local trainer Andy Grady; Roscommon County Hunt will hold a Jumping display; there will be Novice horse and tractor ploughing exhibition

At the launch were (back row, left to right): Paddy Diffley, Billy Kelly, Owen O’Connor, Una Feeley, Martin Watson, Padraig Corcoran, Gerry Keenan, Colin Mullally, Francis Dowling, Gerry Browne. Middle row, l-r: Mary McCormack, Phil Naughton, David Diffley, Paddy Shaughnessy, Brendan Donnelly, Patsy Beades, Gary Moran. Front row, l-r: Martin Dolan, Christy Keane, Mary Mullally Keane, Cllr Paddy Kilduff, Cllr Tony Ward, Eleanor Coffey, James Coffey, Aveen Neilan.

in conjunction with Roscommon Ploughing Association; there will be a sheep fair on site, and a host of other traditional harvesting techniques and showcases. Trade stalls are welcome with a range of exhibitors already signed up to attend and there will be a traditional funfair

for children with Macks Funfair and amusements. Free pony and carriage rides will also be available on the day. “We hope to offer good value for money and an enjoyable family day out with admission only €5 for adults and children go free. Entry to horse and

pony classes is only €5 for ponies, €10 for horse classes and donkeys are free. Prizes will be given to winning participants. Anyone who would like to help out in the event or have a trade stall can contact me on 086-8952283” Mr. Diffley concluded.

Sexualisation of 10-year-olds: of course it is the fault of irresponsible parents

From My Kitchen Table

MIRIAM KERINS

Shocked by ISPCC claims that some 10-year-old children are being put under pressure to have sex, our columnist says parents need to act responsibly or it could be their innocent baby who is called Childline in the future… A whole lot of things greatly upset me last week and made me weep. I’m still not the better for seeing that heart-wrenching image of what must surely be today’s equivalent of the horrific and disturbing Vietnamese ‘napalm girl,’ picture taken of a then 9-year-old Kim Phuc back in 1972. This iconic image was that of tragic, innocent little baby Aylan Kurdi’s lifeless body washed up on a Turkish beach on the holiday resort of Bodrum; a beach I have visited many times while on holiday. The image of that infant was so visceral it makes my stomach lurch every time I think of it. However, meanwhile back on the good aul land of saints and scholars, another ‘innocent’ child-related subject has raised its ugly head and helped crystalize the whole sad and sorry sex education (or lack thereof) issue our country has been playing ping pong with since, oh, since way

before I was a small child – and that is the ISPCC’s revelations that ‘children as young as 10 are being pressured into sex.’ No, I am not under medication, that’s what I read. In fact, over 30,000 youngsters contacted Childline last year looking for help with ‘sexual matters.’ One 10-year-old little girl (a mere two years’ older than my beautiful, precious, innocent little granddaughter) even rang in and said she ‘felt pressured to give in and have sex with her boyfriend.’ Apparently this little one, who is someone’s daughter, someone’s granddaughter, someone’s baby girl, was ‘told by her friends to have sex or lose him,’ according to ISPCC CEO Grainia Long. Seriously? What the X%&!? I mean, surely this is the stuff of dark, sleazy trashy porn we’d expect to see in a smutty film noir, not something that happens behind the spotless lace curtains of good old Catholic Ireland? Well apparently it is and the wonderful, put-upon Childline charity is trying hard to deal with it. So, in light of those shocking revelations, can I ask where are these kids’ parents? You see, I blame you, not your sons and not your daughters. YOU!!! In my opinion these parents are complicit in this loss of innocence by allowing their babies to grow up too quickly, by allowing them free, unsupervised access to social media, by dressing them provocatively as babies in clothing emblazoned with explicit sexual slogans – yes I do mean you; the mother I saw pushing a baby in a pram recently where the poor infant was wearing a pink t-shirt that said ‘The Condom Broke,’ and skinny jeans over her nappy! I’m not a violent person (no, really, I’m not), but I’m kinda sorry I didn’t

go over and slap that mother because by trying to be ‘fun’ and ‘ironic,’ she needs to know that effectively, by dressing her innocent baby in that t-shirt with the demeaning message, she is promoting her in a provocative manner that will have an accumulative effect culminating in her child one day being a panicked 10-yearold needing to ring a responsible adult at Childline for help, advice and support with a crisis pregnancy or a serious, devastating, sexual assault because her cretinous parents have, from babyhood, conditioned her into thinking she is a sex object who really needs to focus all her attentions on pleasing her boyfriend. And while I’m at it…who allows their 10-year-old child to have a boy/ girlfriend anyway? If you do, you’re simply failing to do your duty to protect your child. Do I sound harsh? Yes? Tough! Look, by all means allow your kids to have boy/girl friends; ‘friends’ being the key word here, friends who play innocent games together, who walk to the park, who enjoy playing sports and laughing and joking together, who swap CDs and listen to ID, not grope, abuse and pressure each other to engage in adult activities. It’s their middle childhood years; nurture them through this new growing sense of self and let them enjoy who they are, for God’s sake. Look readers, I’m no expert at all; just a mother, just a grandmother (oh and just a stepmother too) who believes strongly that parents/guardians must understand they have responsibilities to educate and protect their children; to equip them with information; age and ability appropriate of course; regarding these serious issues because it is clear to anyone with an

IQ higher than room temperature that these 10-year-old kids, (the boys who put the pressure on and girls who feel pressured) do not know, nor do they understand, the clear implications of their actions. Let me say it loud and clear kids because someone needs to tell you… you are NOT competing in a marathon to lose your virginity!!! We must strike a healthy balance with our kids whom, I have to say, are maturing much more quickly these days, meaning at age ten, they should have a balance of what is clearly right and what is clearly wrong, and as our parental role changes (not diminishes) during this stage, these 10-year-olds will start to form their own opinions about the world and their immediate surroundings. So this is my suggestion to those parents whose young sons are allegedly putting pressure on these little girls…act now; when teaching your son about sex and sexuality, why not impress upon him the clear advantages of respecting, not pressurising, little girls into having sexual intercourse? Just a thought! And, for those parents who think it’s ‘cute’ to pop an unhealthy, provocative slogan on their infant daughter or who dress them in padded bikinis; get a clue. Teach them self-respect and, er, also, to play hard to get; and substitute that sleazy slogan with an image of Wonder Woman or Super Girl, or some other strong female character they can look up to and emulate, and imbue in them a sense of self-esteem, self-identity, self-importance and self-control, because to do otherwise is simply poor parenting on your part. * If you need support/advice then Freephone ISPCC on 1800 666666 or text ‘talk’ to 50101.

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Roscommon Girl Guides Roscommon Girl Guides will hold a registration evening on the 16th of September from 7 pm to 8.30 pm in the girl guide cottage in Mote Park for all girls wishing to join Ladybirds aged 5-7 years, Brownies aged 7-10 years, Guides aged 10-14 years and new this year senior branch 14 years plus. Contact Mary on 087-2854769 or Teresa on 087-9087892. A special word of thanks to all the leaders Teresa Corcoran, Caroline Lucas, Aileen Cassidy, Caroline Corcoran, Elma Stephens and Bridget Giblin who gave of their time so the girls could have new experiences during the last guiding year. They went to the Renmore Pantomime in Galway in December, there was a total of 60 between girls and leaders a great day was had by all. The Guides went to the regional camp in Portlick from the 22nd to the 24th of May. They enjoyed meeting new guides, doing lots of activities and taking part in a cookout. The Brownies had a sleepover in Mote Park Guide cottage at the end of June and went to Turoe Pet Farm. The Ladybirds went to see Dino Time in C&L plex Roscommon as their end of year treat. A special thanks to all the transition year girls Emma Nally, Hannah Halford, Sinead Harrington, Lauren Hunt, Aine Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor, Laura Keenan, Catherine Fee and Rachel Corcoran who were a great help all year. Thanks to all the parents who helped in any way during the year.

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‘I’M GLAD YOU ASKED ME THAT’ POLITICAL BRIEFS, INSIGHTS & MUSINGS

As his People’s Debate roadshow rolls into Roscommon town next Monday night (to be broadcast on TV3 the following Wednesday) Vincent Browne chats to Roscommon People Editor Paul Healy about Ming, Denis ... and Enda

‘Fine Gael could lose 25 seats… but Enda will be Taoiseach again!’ ‘Conor Lenihan adds to gaiety of nation’ < PAUL HEALY TALKS TO VINCENT BROWNE

PH: Have your debates lived up to your expectations? VB: They’ve exceeded them in fact. The contributions from the floor have been great. The standard has been great and there have been very important issues raised. People have conveyed a sense of disillusionment with the political process, and an anger at the various cuts. PH: So do you expect the political establishment to get another seismic shock – as in last year’s local elections – when the General Election is held? VB: The political establishment doesn’t seem to recognise seismic shocks. PH: What landscape to you foresee after the election? VB: I think Fine Gael will still be the largest party, but they’ll lose about 25 seats. Labour will fare very badly. Fianna Fail will do a bit better this time. Sinn Fein will do significantly better than before. I expect Fine Gael to be the largest party and that Enda will be Taoiseach again. PH: And in partnership with who? VB: Not necessarily in partnership with anyone…it could be a minority government. Two of the best governments we had were minority ones (one led by Sean Lemass, one by Charles Haughey). Fine Gael could lead with support from Fianna Fail from the opposition benches. PH: Getting back to the debates, there was drama when you recorded in Dublin on Monday night: the Gardai were called. Is a ‘rent-a-crowd’ element and the presence of protestors going to be a problem for TV3’s debates as the election nears? VB: Not at all. It was a very minor incident on Monday. There was excited reportage of it which utterly misrepresented what happened…we did receive an allegation of intimidation and because of that we informed the Gardai, who arrived a half an hour later. But they spoke to no one; it was wildly exaggerated… PH: This Monday night your debate for Roscommon/Galway constituency takes place. You had a famous run-in with Conor Lenihan on your ‘Tonight’ show a few years ago. What do you think of the news that he is considering seeking a nomination for Fianna Fail in Roscommon? VB: I gather Fianna Fail people in Roscommon are not very enthusiastic about it! And that Conor has acknowledged that….that incident with Conor on the show by the way was a piece of theatre. PH: Do you think his return to the Dail would be a good thing? VB: Well, it would add to the gaiety of the nation… PH: Turning to our three sitting TDs….Frank Feighan has told the Roscommon People that he won’t take part in the debate, but that’s not necessarily because some Fine Gael TDs have snubbed previous ‘People’s Debates’ – he says it’s because he’s not running in the next election. What’s your view on him not taking part? VB: That’s fair enough. PH: Denis Naughten and Michael Fitzmaurice will be there. What’s your view of Denis Naughten? Where do you see his future? Is a return to Fine Gael inevitable? VB: I don’t really know. I’ve only met Denis Naughten a few times. But he’s impressive; he’s a formidable TD. So is Michael Fitzmaurice. They

are impressive people. In fact the standard of TDs is quite high. The only problem is they’ve nothing to do most of the time. It’s all about which crowd will get ministries the next time; there’s nothing about policies, no significant debate about what kind of society we want… PH: And speaking of Roscommon politicians, Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan has been a regular on your show; you seem to have hit it off with him? VB: I don’t know…well, Luke also adds to the gaiety of the nation. Actually he’s also a very formidable fellow. People thought he was a wacky backy headbanger but he’s not; he was a very good TD. Mind you, I think he made a mistake in running for Europe. PH: Should he come back and run for the Dail again? VB: He should…well, he has a problem now, because he’s not likely to go against Michael Fitz-

People’s Debate in Roscommon next week Outgoing Fine Gael TDa Frank Feighan says he hasn’t yet decided whether or not to take part in next Monday night’s filming of The People’s Debate with Vincent Browne in the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon town. Constituents of the new Roscommon-Galway constituency are invited to attend the debate, which will get underway at 8 pm, and which will be broadcast two days later, on Wednesday at 10 pm. Independent TD Denis Naughten has confirmed he will participate, while Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice, also an Independent, said that he “probably will.” Deputy Feighan, making the point that he will not be contesting the next General Election, told the Roscommon People that he hasn’t decided yet whether or not to take part in the debate. Deputy Feighan announced in July that he would bow out of Dáil politics at the end of the Government’s term. Those interested in taking part in the debate are advised to arrive at the Abbey Hotel at 7 pm.

maurice, he wouldn’t do that. PH: Not the next election, but maybe in a future election….anyways, in terms of issues, there are many in Roscommon just now, but the health service remains the dominant one. There was the closure of Roscommon A&E which is still an issue for many people, and now there’s a threat to the Sacred Heart Hospital. Do you think the A&E closure was a big betrayal by Enda Kenny and James Reilly or do you think too much was made of it all? VB: Well, they went down and gave an undertaking that Roscommon A&E would not be closed and they broke that promine and several other promises. The question now relates to their credibility. Can they be believed? You know, Fine Gael and Labour made a big thing a few years ago of how pathetic and awful Fianna Fail were, but things would have been much worse if what they had been proposing (in opposition, before 2011) had been implemented. Now they claim to be a really effective and competent Government but if you read the Fennelly Report any claims of competence go out the window… PH: That having been said, and notwithstanding your own criticisms of him over the years, you’ve just said that your best guess it that Enda will be Taoiseach again…that will be a monumental achievement? VB: Well, is it an achievement to lose 25 seats? PH: Ok, fair enough, but you still see him becoming a two-term Taoiseach? VB: Only because of the way things are. PH: In historical Fine Gael terms, will that be some achievement for Enda Kenny? VB: It will be hailed as an achievement, but it’s just nonsense. PH: You’re in Roscommon on Monday night, are you looking forward to coming down to the Abbey Hotel to host the debate? VB: Yes, I’m looking forward to it very much. And I will be meeting up with Tommy Grealy (of the Grealy family, proprietors of Abbey Hotel) who is an old school friend of mine. We went to school together in Dublin… PH: Have you kept in touch? VB: Yes, we meet up every now and again. I hope a great crowd comes along on Monday night and I am looking forward to a great debate.

Executive of FF Comhairle Ceantair steps aside < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

The disarray in Fianna Fáil in south Roscommon (Athlone) was added to this week, when the local executive of the Comhairle Ceantair stood down. Several party sources have said that the decision of the entire executive – made up of up to seven members – followed a meeting held in the Hodson Bay, near Athlone, on Monday night. It is understood that the meeting was called by Seamus Kelly, the chairman of the Athlone Comhairle Ceantair, in an attempt to resolve the dispute between Cllrs. John Keogh, Paddy Kilduff and Ivan Connaughton. It was hoped that the row could be resolved before Tuesday, when all three councillors were asked by the party headquarters to travel to Dublin to meet with an investigation committee. That committee was assembled to adjudicate over a complaint made by Cllr. Keogh against Cllr. Kilduff. Cllr. Keogh made a separate complaint against Cllr. Connaughton. Party sources said, however, that Monday night’s meeting merely resulted in an escalation of the dispute. All three councillors attended, but no common ground was found, and Cllr. Keogh walked out after about five minutes, it is understood. The entire executive then stepped down “until this debacle is over” because, a source said, “the organisation cannot function with this row going on”. Mr Kelly, the chairman, refused to confirm or deny that this was the case, while the Fianna Fáil press office said yesterday (Wednesday): “As of this time, Fianna Fáil hasn’t been informed of any resignation.” Cllrs. Kilduff and Connaughton declined to comment, while attempts to contact Cllr. Keogh were unsuccessful.

Hopkins and Mullins go before Convention < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Cllr. Maura Hopkins from Ballaghaderreen, and Senator Michael Mullins from Ballinasloe, have both been nominated to contest Fine Gael’s Roscommon-Galway Selection Convention in the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon town, on this Friday, 11th of September, at 8.30 pm. At the time of writing, the party had not confirmed if Fine Gael will select one or two candidates to contest the forthcoming General Election in the new constituency. Deputy Grabielle McFadden will chair the convention. However, Senator Mullins said: “I am expecting it is going to be a one-candidate strategy. If it is that, I won’t be contesting the convention – I will be supporting Maura Hopkins.” Frank Curley from Ballyleague will act as the party’s Director of Elections. Fine Gael will be seeking to hold on to the seat currently held by Deputy Frank Feighan, in the Roscommon-South Leitrim constituency. Deputy Feighan has decided not to contest the election, and Cllr. Hopkins is seen as a strong prospect in the new Roscommon-Galway constituency. The 31-year-old was a newcomer to the political arena when she contested the local elections in May of last year, winning a seat impressively. She then contested the Roscommon-South Leitrim by-election last October; she finished third, securing 5,593 first preference votes.

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Lenihan still ‘very keen’ HANLEY TURF SALES on Roscommon Dáil bid ds a o l r e l i a r ’T FOR SALE

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Former government minister Conor Lenihan has said that he remains “very keen” on vying for a Dáil seat in the Roscommon-Galway constituency. He said that he had been “hugely encouraged” by the support he had received from Fianna Fáil locally since he revealed last month that he was considering taking part in the General Election selection convention. “I am still very keen,” said the former Dublin

South-West TD, now a businesman, based in Moscow. “I am still very interested. “A number of people contacted me since there was some publicity about the interest I expressed following contact from the constituency itself. People are continuing to ring me and encourage me to put my name forward. “When I had meetings with people on the ground, including with a couple of councillors and senior members of the organisation, they have all been very encouraging,” said Mr Lenihan.

“I have been hugely encouraged by the supportive commentary and phonecalls and expressions of support from people in the constituency itself.” He said that he would make a decision shortly on whether to contest the convention. Mr. Lenihan, now based in Moscow, said: “I will be back in Ireland in the next few weeks and will meet more people in the constituency,” he said. “We will make our assessment when we are absolutely certain of the date of our convention.”

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‘He would be top class’ – Campbell < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

A prominent Fianna Fail member in North Roscommon says there is strong support for the idea of Conor Lenihan running for the party locally. Mr. Lenihan has claimed he was approached to run by senior figures within Fianna Fail in Roscommon. James Campbell, who ran for the position of Constituency Delegate to the National Executive at the inaugural

AGM of Fianna Fáil’s Roscommon-Galway Dáil Ceanntair in May 2013, says he didn’t make the approach to Mr. Lenihan – but he would support him. Mr. Campbell, defeated for the Constituency Delegate role by Mary Devine-O’Callaghan, is a member of the Cortober/Drumlion/ Woodbrook Fianna Fail Cumann. “Of course I would support him,” Mr. Campbell said when contacted by the Roscommon People. “I

think Conor Lenihan is one of the most intelligent persons ever to cross the threshold of Dáil Éireann. He would be top class for this constituency.” While some local Fianna Fáil members have voiced opposition to Mr Lenihan being “parachuted” into Co. Roscommon, Mr. Campbell insisted that he has numerous supporters locally. Mr. Campbell said that he had received several phonecalls and texts on the matter since

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speculation about a possible Conor Lenihan candidacy broke. “Every single one of them were supporting Conor Lenihan. Most of them said that we need someone like him, with a business mind, because Roscommon is

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being left behind.” Since 2011 Mr Lenihan has been based in Moscow. Mr. Campbell, who said that he has kept contact with Mr. Lenihan on a “regular basis”, himself lived in the Russian Capital from 1992 to 2007.

Call (086) 8803772 for details Bag-packing fundraiser for MS Ireland (Roscommon) A bag-packing fundraiser in aid of Co. Roscommon branch of Multiple Sclerosis Ireland will take place in Tesco, Roscommon from 10 am to 7 pm on Thursday 10th, Friday 11th and Saturday 12th September. All donations gratefully received and any offers of help gratefully accepted. Please contact Patsy on 087-2036119 if you can spare us an hour or two on any of the three days.

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NewsPeople newsbriefs Coffee Morning in Knockcroghery The Annual Hospice Coffee Morning and Cake Sale will take place next Thursday the 17th September in Knockcroghery Community Centre between 9 am and 2 pm. Please come and support this very worthy cause. All money raised stay within our local Hospice services. Look forward to seeing you all there.

Coffee Morning in PJ’s of Castlecoote The annual Coffee morning for Mayo/Roscommon Hospice will be held in PJ’s, Castlecoote on Thursday, 17th of September, from 9.30 to 12.30. Please support.

Bee-keeping event A free bee-keeping event will be held in Ardcarne Garden Centre, Roscommon town, on Saturday from 2 pm to 3 pm. Discover the fascinating world of the honey-bee and how to go about keeping your own hives.

Drive-in bingo in Ballyleague After a very successful first run on the August Bank Holiday Monday, the St Faithleach’s, Ballyleague Drive-in Bingo will once again take place on Sunday at 3 pm in the club grounds. There will be a payout on the day of up to €4,000, while the books cost only €12 for a double and €8 for a single, with two flier games for €5. Jackpot now stands at €1,100. For more information, ‘phone 0868393964.

Brideswell Festival Committee’s thanks The organising committee of the recent highly successful Brideswell Pattern Festival would like to formally acknowledge the vast amount of support and help given by many people both in the build-up to and duration of the festival, not to mention the massive numbers who turned out to help in the clean-up activities after the event. The committee said in a statement: “An event of this scale would simply not be possible without the valuable financial support of our many sponsors in the local business community, including our platinum sponsors Hamrock’s of Brideswell, Macks Amusements, Paddy Coffey & Sons, Lecarrow, Ballinasloe Mart, Oliver Kelly Enterprises Ltd, Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice and Supermacs as well as the gold sponsors: Barna Waste, Flancare and Roscommon Mart, Tearmainn Bhride. “For a full list of our sponsors visit www.brideswellpatternfestival.com” The committee also wish to thank local residents, sporting and community groups and all volunteers. The AGM of Brideswell Pattern Festival takes place at 9 pm Friday, September 11, in Cam Centre.

Coffee Morning in Four Roads Tisara Community Centre, Four Roads are holding a coffee morning in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice on Thursday 17th September (10-11 am), (3-4 pm) and (5.30- 7.30 pm).

Horse and pony races for charity Horse and pony races, in aid of charity, will be held in Foghenagh, near Ballinasloe, on this Sunday. All proceeds will go towards Mark’s Wish to Walk. Mark Dolan, from Ahascragh, is a three-year-old who was born prematurely and suffers from a motor delay, primarily affecting his lower extremities. Sunday’s event will start at 2 pm. The entry fee is €2 per vehicle. Kids entertainment and refreshments will be available, while bookmakers will be on-site.

Gardai host Coffee Morning for Hospice Roscommon Community Gardaí and the Roscommon Active Diversion Programme (RAD) will host a coffee morning in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice in the RAD, Abbey Street (beside Vita House) next Thursday, September 17, from 10 am and 2 pm. All are welcome.

No ‘boil water’ notice in place in Tulsk In last week’s edition of the Roscommon People, it was stated that a ‘boil water’ notice was in place in Tulsk. In fact, no ‘boil water’ notice is in place in Tulsk. We are happy to clarify this.

Roscommon Women’s Network seek students for course Roscommon Women’s Network (RWN) in Castlerea are seeking participants for a course that will begin next month. The network are running a course named ‘Studying at Third Level’, in partnership with An Cosán Virtual Community College (VCC). The course will run on a pilot basis. The VCC uses a blended online model of live lectures with offline activities and assignments, combined with face-to-face workshops. The course will run in RWN on six Wednesdays, from October 14 to December 16, from 10 am to 2 pm. For more information, call RWN on 094-9621690.

FRANKLY SPEAKING Frank Brandon’s unique take on life ...

How my big dream was quashed by Dubs and Cats! A couple of weeks ago, at a meeting about the upcoming Harvest Festival in my home village, Creggs, a few of us were having a chat about how best to attract extra people to the village on, especially, the afternoon of the Bank Holiday Monday, which this year falls on the 26th of October. Traditionally, through the years we have had loads of different events on that day, including a Street Fair, children’s football games, craft fair, tug o’war and tractor pulling, amongst other things, but we were trying to figure out some other attraction that would appeal to some of the people who for one reason or another, don’t choose to pay a visit to Creggs for our annual Harvest Festival. And it was mostly my own idea (well it seemed like a good one at the time) that we would invite some members of the Galway Hurling and Mayo Football panels or management, to bring the McCarthy and Sam Maguire cups to Creggs on that Monday afternoon, and we fondly imagined having to help our local Garda Brian Neilan organise traffic control and parking management, and all doing our best to ensure that traffic disruption would be kept to a minimum. However, as I write this on a very sad and depressing Monday morning I now realise that my dream of a Western double was only a dream, and the footballers from Dublin and the hurlers from Kilkenny ruthlessly put the sword to the hopes and aspirations of an entire province over what was one of the most compelling sporting weekends of all time. I will not go into the story of either of the big games but it’s fair to say that both Connacht teams were victims of secondhalf muggings, and so it’s back to the drawing board for our Harvest Festival Committee – any new ideas will be more than welcome.

A Ray of Sunshine Talking of welcomes, on Sunday evening I was sitting at the kitchen table wallowing in the misery of the hurlers’ defeat, when I heard the unmistakeable sound of Tom Connolly’s voice, as he made his way past a myriad of stationary objects like shoes and hoovers through the hall, and into the aforementioned kitchen. Now if you don’t know Tom Connolly you are missing out on a lot, because if you needed to be brought out of a downer, Tom is your man. He’s never in bad humour and always interesting and entertaining, and as he reminded me, he is a well-known actor, successful cattle breeder and top local farmer, and needless to say his visit was to tell me (to tell you) about a major fundraising quiz he is due to host in Mikeen’s on Friday week the 18th September. Local man Batty Egan has got involved with the Ray of Sunshine Foundation, which basically commits itself to many different projects in Kenya, and this year’s project is to build a Rescue Home

Pictured in Ned’s Bar on Saturday night last were Joe and Marilyn Divilly and Jackie and David Conneely. Picture: Andrew Fox

for abused girls in the city of Mombasa, where ther is a huge problem of children from the ages of 3 up to 16 years being used in the sex trafficking industry. A retired GP, Dr. Rory O’Keeffe who practised in Ennis, Co. Clare, has teamed up on a voluntary basis with the Sisters of St. Joseph, a Kenyan-based order of nuns who will run and manage the rescue centre that the volunteers, including Batty, will build in January-February of 2016. All the volunteers must come up with €3,000 each to partake in this very worthy cause, and so Batty enlisted the aid of Tom Connolly to help him reach his target! The Quiz will take place at 9.30 pm on Friday the 18th of September in Mikeen’s and teams of four are only €20. Tom (who by the way also claims to be a descendant of James Connolly, the Irish Rebel) is setting the questions, and he will also be the quizmaster (despite my position as the regular quizmaster in Mikeen’s) and, in all seriousness, we would like to see a great turnout on the night! It’s a really worthy cause and deserves our support, and there will be a raffle and refreshments on the night.

Fair play, Kevin Talking of raffles and I see on today’s papers that Labour Junior Minister Kevin Humphries won the top prize of a Skoda Fabia car in a raffle run by the Eastern Region of the St. Vincent de Paul, an organisation that is in critical need of funds. The draw made a €30,000 profit, but the decision by the Minister to hand back the prize is a most welcome boost to the Society’s finances. We spend a lot of time giving out about politicians and their huge salaries and pensions, so maybe when one of them does something like this we should acknowledge it as well! Good man Kevin, fair play to you, and it’s an act that just might help you get reelected in the forthcoming election.

In praise of Anouska!

Changing subjects entirely, and last Friday night myself and Carol travelled

to Knockcroghery or more specifically Ned’s Bar, to tell Carol’s niece Anouska, who is the proprietor of Ned’s along with her husband Richard, that we would not be able to attend her 40th birthday celebrations the following night. There was a nice crowd there on the Friday night, and it inspired us so much that, against all odds we moved Heaven and earth (only kidding) to make it back on the Saturday night. And what a night – it was absolutely wedged, great craic, great music (Crazy Corner) wonderful food, and all in all a fitting tribute to one of nature’s great people. I know a lot of publicians (maybe I shouldn’t put that in such a widely-read paper) but, with all due respect to them all, Anouska is without doubt the best one I have ever known, and wherever she’s been success has inevitably followed. Now that she’s pitched her tent (so to speak) in Knockcroghery, that village is all the better for it, and I wish her all the best for what will be a very bright future. At the same time 40 is getting on a bit (I should know) but, nonetheless Happy Birthday Nookie, and here’s to many more.

And ﬁnally… Finally for this week, as we read and hear so much about the rising crime, particularly robberies in our rural communities, a regular reader of this column (it’s hare to believe it, but such a person exists) asked me to remind you all that weddings and funerals are becoming major robbing opportunities for unscrupulous criminals, who rightly figure that a lot of houses in the specific locality will be left unattended for some hours, and who then strike while the family members are away. He told me a story of a man who, on his deathbed, asked a neighbour not to go to the funeral, but, rather stay at home to keep an eye on the deceased man’s property! Need I say any more? ‘Till next week, Bye for now

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Novel music event in Loughglynn Pictured at the Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel were Siobhán Kelly and Mark Briody. Picture: Andrew Fox

In a very novel and original event in Loughglynn, Éire Óg GAA club will present the renowned singer Michael English in concert in the Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel, Loughglynn, on Friday, September 25, at 8 pm. This concert will be a wonderful opportunity for people to experience music in this fine acoustically rich location in the county of Roscommon. Loughglynn church was built in the early 1900s with the foundation stone, laid by Bishop Clancy on the May 25, 1905. Over 110 years later, you can experience the singing of Michael English in this two-hour show, which starts at 8 pm. Tickets are available locally or can be booked by email to secretary.eireog.roscommon@gaa.ie or by telephone to 0866048560.

Roscommon County Youth Theatre Open Day

Action from previous performances by Roscommon County Youth Theatre.

Roscommon County Youth Theatre will return to Roscommon Arts Centre on Saturday, with an Open Day from 10 am to noon, marking their 16th year in existence. The year commences with a series of workshops, covering physical movement, voice work, character work, devising, improvisation and various acting techniques, drama games and exercises. They will also be casting their annual production midway through the term. They will also have specialist tutors in to work on the production, as well as some guest facilitators during the term. This year, to mark their 16th year in existence and also to

commemorate and celebrate the 1916 centenary, they will be performing a production themed around the 1916 Rising. Their annual production will take place from April 21-23, 2016. This will be their largest and most challenging production to date. They are recruiting new members, aged 13 to 24, for this production. No experience will be necessary as training will be provided. However, if you play an instrument and sing, it will be an advantage. Workshops run weekly through the year, with the year split into two terms. Term 1, which costs €70, will run until December 12. For further information, contact artistic director Catherine Sheridan on 086-8747024.

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Beezneez bring McDwyer comedy to Roscommon A Beezneez play is always an event to look forward to and patrons of Roscommon Arts Centre will be delighted to hear that Beezneez are back with their latest production ‘Turning Mammy’, on Tuesday, September 29, at 8 pm as part of a 13-venue national tour. John McDwyer describes his new play as a comedy with a few serious bits. Sisters Martha and Mary live together on the family farm. Mary is involved in a long-term search for her baby, which was adopted at birth, while Martha is involved in a long-term wait for neighbour Ambrose’s Mammy to die, so that she can finally marry the love of her life. That’s as simple as it gets, however, as we discover dysfunctional people with deep secrets and passions. Mary obsessed with her search for her baby; Martha obsessed with her search for love through her neighbour, Ambrose who, in turn, is ruled by his care for an ill mother. But are these people anything that they seem to be and do they really understand each other’s needs? All is revealed in a hilarious and sad evening when Ambrose finally comes courting. This is John’s ninth stage play and his plays have been performed all over the world.. This is a play with as many hilarious set-ups as moments of melancholic sadness and is bound to be another Beezneez winner and an unmissable evening of pure theatre. Booking now at Roscommon Arts Centre on 090-6625824 or www.roscommonartscentre.ie.

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Weekend entertainment in JJ’s in Roscommon A jazz, pop group from Cobh, Co. Cork, called Cookie and The Vaudevilles, will play in JJ Harlow’s, Roscommon town, on Saturday night. On Sunday night, Strange Brew will play from 6 pm.

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Meanwhile, tonight (Thursday), the Folk Club, featuring Mike Banahan, with Brendan Emmett, will take place from 9 pm to 11 pm. The Folk Club takes place every Thursday night.

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Strange Brew - 6 pm in Middle Bar Shannon Moran (7) from The Walk, Roscommon is a member of the O’Neill Geraghty School of Irish Dance. Shannon is the current Great Britain, twice All-Scotland Champion and also winner of numerous Feiseanna countrwide. For details on O’Neill Geraghty School of Irish Dance, please call Brian Geraghty on 086-1937330 or Tracy O’Neill on 087-6870316 or email bgeraghtydesigns@gmail.com

Family Fun Treasure Hunt in Athlone Castle Athlone Castle and Visitor Centre will hold a Family Treasure Hunt from 2 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, as part of The Athlone River and Food Festival. It promises to be a fun afternoon for both parents and children with lots of hands-on activities, dress-up areas and prizes on the day. Paid admission includes entry to Athlone Castle Visitor Centre and Family Treasure Hunt. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Athlone Castle by telephone on 090-6442130 or check out www.athlonecastle.ie

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Annual Larry Reynolds Irish Music Weekend in Ballinasloe Following on the huge success of the first Annual Larry Reynolds Irish Music Weekend in Ballinasloe in September 2014, this week’s event – which will be held from Friday to Sunday – will be bigger and busier. It promises to be a weekend of remembrance, music, song, dance and craic. Larry Reynolds hailed from the townland of Shanboley, Ahascragh, with his fiddle under his arm, emigrated to Boston in 1953 where he settled and made his home. Over time he became a highly influential fiddle player, not only for his east Galway style of playing but also because of the contribution he made to Irish culture in Boston and all over North America. The festival weekend kicks off with Larry Reynolds Memorial Concert, which takes place on Friday, 8 pm in the Town Hall, Ballinasloe.

The concert will showcase some of the finest exponents of Irish Music and will feature Citizen Keane – Sean, Matt, Noel and Pat Keane – members of the famous Keane family from Caherlistrane in Co. Galway, The Matt Cunningham Band and members of Larry’s extended family. Without doubt this concert in Ballinasloe Town Hall with it’s superb acoustics and featuring the country’s finest performers will be a splendid start to the weekend. Tickets for the concert are €18, booking is recommended and are available by phoning 087-9046140. Saturday morning kicks off with music and Sean Nós Dance workshops in Ballinasloe Town Hall and The Emerald Ballroom. Workshops will be held at intermediate level in the morning and advanced in the afternoon and will be followed by a tutor’s recital at 6 pm in The Pillar House.

Pictured at a recent Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel were Mervyn and Mary Owens. Picture: Andrew Fox

A thrilling line-up of events is also in store for throughout Sunday. For enquiries and to book workshops and the walking

tour, please contact: Kathryn Gibbons (087 9046140 kathryngibbons@iol.ie) or John Wynne (087 2239095 wynnejoh@eircom.net)

Pictured at a recent Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel were Lisa Shannon, Paddy Donohue and Monica Lach. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Pictured in Murray’s Bar, Knockcroghery on Saturday night last were Kathleen and Pat Devaney.

Pictured in Murray’s Bar, Knockcroghery on Saturday night last were Jane Tobin, Declan Coyne and Marina Dolan. Jane and Declan made a presentation to Marina.

South Roscommon Singers Circle return in good voice! Pictured in Murray’s Bar, Knockcroghery on Saturday night last were Frances Jordan and Gerry Doherty.

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he South Roscommon Singers Circle returned in full voice after the summer break last weekend. The venue for their gathering, as often before, was Murray’s Bar in Knockcroghery. Along with the usual singing and good conversation, there was a special aspect to the night; a presentation was made to the group’s long-standing Treasurer, Marina Dolan. Marina had to take a ‘back seat’ for some time due to illness, however, as South Roscommon Singers Circle Secretary Declan Coyne reports, she’s back

now and “in great form.” Marina’s colleagues in the South Roscommon Singers Circle were joined in Murray’s on Saturday night by many of her friends from Clare, Offaly and other counties as the ‘singing fraternity’ came together to support the event. Assistant Treasurer Jane Tobin and Secretary Declan Coyne made a presentation to Marina as they welcomed their long-standing colleague back and wished her good health in the future. It was a great night and a great start to a new South Roscommon Singers Circle season!

Pictured in Murray’s Bar, Knockcroghery on Saturday night last were Sonny Davis and Declan Coyne.

Pictured in Murray’s Bar, Knockcroghery on Saturday night last were Frances and Frank Brennan.

Pictured in Murray’s Bar, Knockcroghery on Saturday night last were Paddy Lohan, Paddy Byrne and Peter Keane. Pictured in Murray’s Bar, Knockcroghery on Saturday night last were Frank and Anne Caulfield.

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Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service launched < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service was launched in Vita House Family Centre on Abbey Street, Roscommon town, on Monday. The service provides free and confidential support and assistance to individuals, families and communities grieving the death of a loved

one by suicide in Co. Roscommon. The service is funded by the HSE’s national office for suicide prevention and is based in both Vita House and Boyle Family Life Centre. The service is supported and guided by key agencies such as the Gardaí and clergy. The service’s liaison officer can meet with a bereaved person at their request, offering emotional support and/or information around

practical issues following the death of a loved one. The service is co-ordinated by Sinéad Raftery, the liaison officer, who is an accredited psychotherapist, based in both Vita House and the Boyle centre. She may be contacted on 085-7407856 or 090-6625898/071-9663000 (Tuesday – 9.30 am to 5.30 pm; Friday – 9.30 am to 1 pm). Alternatively, email sraftery@vitahouse.org.

‘How I turned my life around’ < EOGHAN YOUNGMURPHY

A local man has told an inspirational story of how he transformed his life having been on the brink on committing suicide five years ago. In October 2010, Breifne Earley, from Leitrim village, had plummeted to such a state of despair that he decided to take his own life. However, a sequence of events led to him changing his mind. Then, he turned his life around to such a degree that not only did his depression lift, but he began to live a very fulfilled life. He has completed some

remarkable physical and mental challenges, crowned by his recent victory in the 2014 Pedal the Planet World Cycle Race. Breifne, 32, recounted his story at the launch of Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service in Vita House Family Centre on Abbey Street, Roscommon town, on Monday. “Unfortunately, I was in a position where I nearly asked my family to require this service,” he said. “Five years ago, I sat in my bedroom in Dublin in a bedsit. I was almost 20 stone, so I was severely obese. “I had not had a second glance from a girl in two years. I was very unhappy

in my work environment and my professional situation was not healthy. “I was generally unhappy. There was no redeeming positivity at all. I made the decision one Sunday afternoon that I was going to take my own life.” Then, he explained, two incidents happened by chance. Firstly, as he sat in his bedsit, a movie called The Bucket List came on the television. It details an epic adventure around the world, in which the protagonists tick a variety of expeditions off their ‘bucket list’. It proved inspirational to Breifne.

Pictured at the launch of National Suicide Prevention Week were Madeline Carberry, Mary Kenny and Maura Callaghan. Picture: Andrew Fox

Secondly, he received a text message from an uncle, informing him of a forthcoming memorial service for his son, who died of leukemia, aged 12. Breifne said: “And I just thought of the devastation that that death, completely outside anybody’s control, had caused my family. And I just thought that my parents wouldn’t survive if I was to take my own life.” And so, he decided to give himself a “stay of execution” and to postpone his plan to end his own life. “I was going to give myself one year to turn it around,” he said. He set himself a list of significant challenges. “Individual personal challenges: to lose weight, to get out more, to travel, to save some money, to get a new job, to get out of the environment I was in and learn some skills.” Over the course of the next 13 months, from October 2010 to November the following year, he applied himself doggedly to those tasks. He received widespread support as he logged his progress on an online diary. He made remarkable advances. In that 13-month period, he learned to swim, contested triathlons and open-water swims, cycled around New Zealand and

Pictured at the launch of National Suicide Prevention Week were Marcella Raftery, Ann Lynch and Pauline Cahillane. Picture: Andrew Fox

ran a marathon, to name just some of the challenges that he completed. He also travelled to 10 new countries and lost four and a half stone. Breifne said: “I got to the end of the year. Every single challenge that I had set myself was achieved. And I decided that I couldn’t go

back to the old way. “There was never a question again of me taking my own life. Everything was so positive that it was unbelievable.” He continued to set himself challenges. The most daunting one was the world cycle race. Only seven people regis-

tered for this event; just four made it to the starting line in March of last year; only one made it to the finish line. That was Breifne. In mid-July, after cycling for 490 days, covering 27 countries and 18,000 miles, he won the prestigious competition.

Pictured at the launch of National Suicide Prevention Week were Breifne Earley, Sinéad Raftery and Fr. Michael McManus. Picture: Andrew Fox

Console seeks support for knitting campaign

Pictured at the launch of National Suicide Prevention Week were Marian Keigher, Vita House, David Gleeson, Vita House, Mary O’Sullivan, HSE, Sinéad Raftery, Roscommon SBLS and Maura Callaghan, Family Life Centre (Boyle). Picture: Andrew Fox

Console, a national suicide prevention charity, have asked women to support a knitting campaign designed to raise awareness for mental health services. Anne Lynch, the campaign’s co-ordinator, said: “The idea of people having a chat over a cup of tea is something to be relished as so much can be healed in the talking. “Knitting is a very therapeutic exercise and sometimes people who are not in a good place find they lack the motivation to walk, jog or cycle. “However they can knit from the comfort of their own armchair in their own

time and find it very good for their Mental Health. This has been tested and the results have been amazing.” Console are appealing to people in the community to get involved in the ‘Cosy up to Console’ campaign. They are asking people to knit tea cosies in September, October and November, and send them on to Console. The charity would then sell them over the festive season “to help to sustain the service nationally”. For more information, email anne. lynch@console.ie or telephone 0871955990.

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Health&Lifestyle Yoga helps your posture When you’re stronger and more flexible, your posture improves. Most standing and sitting poses develop core strength, since you need your core muscles to support and maintain each pose. With a stronger core, you’re more likely to sit and stand “tall.” Yoga also helps your body awareness. That helps you notice more quickly if you’re slouching or slumping, so you can adjust your posture. Yoga also assists your breathing. Yoga usually involves paying attention to your breath, which can help you relax. It may also call for specific breathing techniques. But yoga typically isn’t aerobic, like running or cycling, unless it’s an intense type of yoga or you’re doing it in a heated room.

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The Dock in Carrick-onShannon is delighted to present a concert of Gandharva Veda Indian Classical music with Sitar master Surajit Das on Saturday, September 19. Surajit was born in Calcutta, and started studying the sitar at the age of nine. He went on to obtain his Master’s degree in Indian classical music at the Music University Proyag Sangeet Samity in Allahabad, giving many concerts, broadcast on Indian radio and TV. Gandharva Veda music has many different pieces, called ragas. Every raga has a different balancing influence on the time/part of the day and seasons of the year (the biorhythm of nature), which will be

performed on the sitar with tabla accompaniment. Now based in the Netherlands, Surajit believes that Indian classical music is not only enjoyable, but it also contains the knowledge to bring balance into people’s lives and their environment. This intimate concert will be a must for lovers of world music but also for those who are interested in yoga and

meditation as Gandharva Veda is music for peace, harmony and inner bliss. Indian classical music is not only an enjoyment, but it also contains the knowledge to bring balance into people’s lives and their environment. It is the music of yoga. Tickets priced at €15/€12 are available now from The Dock on 071-9650828 or online at www.thedock.ie

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Reﬂexology at Assumpta’s Beauty Salon Assumpta’s Beauty Salon on Athlone Road, Roscommon town, would like to highlight some of the benefits of reflexology. When you relax, you release tension, which better enables your body to work to heal and detoxify itself. Cleansing – reflexology often results in helping your body eliminate toxins that build up within us. Improved circulation – by working with prominent reflex areas, you can improve the body’s circulation of not only blood, but also vital lymph

fluids. Improved nerve pathways – increase in circulation improves not only blood flow to every cell in the body, but along nerve pathways as well. Homeostasis – reflexology restores the body to a dynamic state of balance.

Increased energy – by revitalising your body’s organs and glands, reflexology increases the body’s available energy. Prevention – by targeting the overall health of the body’s 10 zones, reflexology serves to prevent blockages and congestion that can lead to serious health problems. It’s non-invasive – non-invasive therapies can prove quite helpful for chronic or acute conditions that may not be suited for other therapies. Efficiency – what could be more efficient than addressing all of the systems of the

body via the hands and feet? Simplicity – unlike many other types of therapy, reflexology is a simple yet powerful system that just about anyone can learn to use. Meanwhile, Assumpta’s Beauty Salon have a special introductory offer of €30 for a reflexology session.The salon will be open until 9.30 pm from Tuesday until Friday. On Saturday, meanwhile, the opening hours are from 10 am until 4.30 pm. For more information, call 0906626111.

Get ﬁt and feel better at Aura Leitrim Leisure Centre Now is the time to get fit and feel better and there’s no better place to help you achieve your goals than Aura Leitrim Leisure Centre in Carrick-on-Shannon. September is a popular month to get back into an exercise programme following the summer months with the kids back to school. Why not pop down to Aura and discuss your goals with a member of our friendly team? Membership at Aura includes free fitness classes, unlimited gym access, the use of a 25metre swimming pool, sauna and steam room leisure facilities. More choice now means losing weight and getting fit is easier.

If you’re looking to discover your ideal shape, refine your body and release your potential the staff at Aura Leitrim are ready to keep you motivated to achieve this. Aura’s fully-qualified instructors work with people of all ages and abilities to help set and realise individual exercise goals. “Most people join Aura with the intention of working towards fitness goals and we believe in giving every support to help people realise the goals they set,” Jennifer Scott, the operations manager, said. “Working out at Aura is a lot of fun and our classes are organised so that they can be

enjoyed with friends and family.” Whether you enjoy using cardio equipment, weights, or participating in group fitness classes from indoor cycling to water aerobics, they’ve got something to suit all levels and tastes. With great value, flexible memberships available at Aura, now is the ideal time to get started. This September avail of our exclusive promotion. Places are limited, so call our team now on 071-9671771 for more information. Or visit www.auraleisure.ie.

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Health&Lifestyle LEARN TO UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT YOURSELF REIKI can help you to heal pain in the back and joints, relaxing and balancing your emotions. Tapping (EFT) can be very effective to overcome your anxiety, fear, phobia and negative thinking. TAT can heal your allergy and old trauma. Matrix Reimprinting, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy are available .”

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I have had an issue with my weight since my late teens and have tried every fad-dy diet going from soups to shakes and other slimming groups. All of these work at the time but, as soon as I’d relax, the weight soon returned and, in my case, brought another stone with it. At the end of last year, I started a new job in Hannon’s Hotel in Roscommon town. My routine changed very quickly. As anyone that frequents this establishment knows the food is absolutely amazing and, as I never ate breakfast, I admit I got into the habit very quickly of enjoying a large lunch, turning away from the healthy options on offer and indulging in carb overload. Then going home and cooking a family dinner every evening. But, between October and Christmas this bad habit caught up with me when I had gone up another size in my trousers and these were even becoming tight. I had very little energy so once I got home from work it was the couch for me. Only moving to go to the fridge or reach for a bag of Tayto. Like every other woman on the planet I decided to start living healthy in January and by March I had lost just over a stone but then I hit a wall and in the following weeks it was 1lb off and 2lb on, so I decided I needed some outside help. I had seen the posters up in the hotel and knew it had worked for my sister in the past so decided to give Tracy a ring and see what it was all about.

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E BEFOR sport and there is a place for everyone, regardless of shape, size or fitness levels. As with any journey, it’s no fun doing it alone. And so, some credit has to be given to, firstly, Tracy and the wonderful ladies and gents in the class I attend. I would also like to pay tribute to my friends and family, especially my sisters; the amazing chefs in Hannon’s, for their endless advice on healthy cooking techniques and suggestions; my daughter, whose appetite has increased due to the phenomenal recipes I receive from class every week; and last, but by no means least, my ever patient fiancée, who has also lost weight due to the delicious slimming world menu. Classes in Hannon’s Hotel take place on Thursday evening at 5.30 pm and 7.30 pm and for me staying in class is a must for the support encouragement and hints and tips. Tracy also runs Slimming World groups in the O’Rourke GAA Centre, Castlerea, every Wednesday 5.30 pm and 7.30 pm everyone welcome.

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She was an absolute pleasure to talk to and gave me a quick run down of what to expect from the first class. After that the hardest part was walking through the doors on my own. That was the very last time I stood alone. Both Tracy and the class (I attend the 5.30 class) were a phenomenal support. In my opinion Slimming World is not a diet. For me it has been an education and a new way of life. There is nothing you can’t eat. Everything is on the menu. For me the hardest part was getting into the habit of eating in the morning, so I find the slimming world hi-fi bars are a lifesaver and I just eat one in the car on the way to work to get the metabolism kicked off. In my first week I lost 8lb, so was well on the way to my personal target of two stone for my brother’s wedding in July. I was over the moon to reach this the week before we flew to Lithuania for his nuptials. I did have a substantial gain on my return, but it only took two weeks to get it off. Just in time for the nominations for ‘Slimming World Woman of the Year’, which I was thrilled to be not only nominated for, but to go on and win. Since joining Slimming World my energy levels are through the roof. I walk most days and have found the confidence to start a new sport. For the last month I have been pre-season training with the Longford Warriors Ladies’ Rugby Team. Rugby is an amazing

A lot has been said and written about mental health in the past number of weeks both in papers and on TV, radio and social media. There are many pluses and minuses to this but the one huge positive is that it is raising awareness about mental health issues. Bressie revealing his struggles with depression is great as it normalises it for many people. While the ‘Bressie factor’ does not mean the issue goes away for those struggling with mental health issues and finding it difficult to talk about them, it highlights the fact that it can affect anyone. There are two approaches to mental health treatment, one being the medical model and the other being talk therapy. For many people with mental health issues the first point of contact is the local GP, to see what help is available. When you visit your local GP and discuss your symptoms you may receive a di-

agnosis and medical treatment for those symptoms. Your GP may also refer you to psychiatry and in some cases to a counsellor or psychotherapist. This latter approach is the talking model, where you talk about the struggles and what you are going through. Counselling involves talking to a professionally trained therapist over a period of time. It involves attending sessions lasting one hour on a weekly basis, generally for an initial period of six weeks. Committing your time and re-

sources to therapy is an important part of the process. Often people may struggle for years with depression/anxiety and expect a one-session fix. Counselling is a commitment to a new way of living and thinking; in many ways it is like a reinvention of the person to a new person. Who goes to Counselling? Counselling is for everyone. From students who struggle with the pressures of exams or going to college for the first time, to professionals and individuals who struggle in work and relationships, to the sportsperson who is playing in a big game or the worker getting promoted or being bullied in the workplace. When we have a flu or toothache we don’t have an issue seeking help from doctors or dentists; we know they are treatable and will be helped by looking after them with rest and taking care of our self. Mental illness however is different and society today offers too many labels, which causes huge

stigma. The truth is that with proper help all mental illnesses like depression, anxiety and stress are treatable. Often these are caused by past events in life such as being bullied or abused, low self-esteem and low confidence. Issues dealt with through counselling are many and varied such as depression, stress, relationship struggles, fears, phobias, abuse, anger issues, bereavement and loss. Research has shown that counselling and psychotherapy is the best way to deal with your ‘stressors’ or issues. It offers a safe place to help understand the issues and offers greater insight and ways of dealing with what’s causing your stress. It’s the first step in managing YOU better. It takes time, so allow the process time…it helps you take back control of your life. If you require further information please visit www.billybrogan.com or call me on 094-9659966/0860675433.

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Health&Lifestyle Winter wellness with reﬂexology Boost your immune system this winter with reflexology. At this time of the year, many of us are succumbing to colds and other illnesses. There are many things you can do to help fight off viruses: drink plenty of water; increase your intake of vitamin C; regular hand-washing; and have regular reflexology treatments. I can imagine many of you are thinking ‘reflexology’? How could reflexology stop me from getting a cold? Reflexology has a detoxifying effect on

the body. Toxins are ‘flushed out’ of your system before they have a chance to take hold and develop into something else. Other benefits include: stress relief and better quality sleep; improved circulation; pain relief; better digestive function; increased energy levels; lowering of blood pressure; and it helps with infertility problems. If you would like to book your relaxing, rejuvenating, wellness boosting reflexology session, contact Marina Furey on 087-2264951.

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It’s always comfy – and healthy – at the Comfy Cafe! A variety of healthy options, such as freshly prepared salads, are on the menu in the Comfy Cafe, one of the most established dining outlets in Roscommon town, located on Main Street. The business is run by brother and sister partnership Daire and Oonagh Stephens, who source all of their produce locally from well-known suppliers such as Molloy’s. Adjustments have been made to the menu to ensure that all dietary requirements are met: gluten-free options are now available, as it soya milk. Joint-manager Oonagh gleaned a good insight into wholesome, nutritious food by working in farmers’ markets before joining the café. From Monday to Thursday, the Comfy Cafe is open from 8.45 am to 5.30 pm, while, on Fridays and Saturday, it is open from 8.45 am to 6 pm.

Top tips to shape up for autumn As the clocks change and the dark evenings are really setting in, the gloomy weather leaves us yearning for comfort foods, big fires and nesting in front of the TV. Clothes have gone from shape to shapeless and the last thing we want to do is face the elements and get active. Shorter days and lack of sunshine reduce our body’s production of serotonin, a hormone-like substance that promotes feelings of relaxation and happiness. A natural reaction to this is that many people start to eat more carbohydrates, such as pasta, potatoes and rice, that help to raise serotonin levels. With our bodies naturally craving starchier ‘comfort’ food, it’s easy to pile on the pounds as the weather turns colder. But autumn doesn’t have to mean adding inches to your waistline with these top tips from Motivation Weight Management: 1: Cold comfort: The cold weather makes it the ideal time to start cooking for your autumn diet plan. Use seasonal vegetables to create big pots of warming soups and stews, which are not only low in fat, but are also cheap and hassle free. 2: Start as you mean to go on. If breakfast has never been a priority, change that now by making it part of your autumn shape up diet. Short winter days can make us sluggish and we need that extra energy boost to set us up for the day. Porridge oats are

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Direct2u E-Cigs is near the 12th month mark in Roscommon Town and growing every week We would like to thank all our customers for their support to us through out the year The vaping and Electronic cigarette is a serious gateway to people who want to give up smoking and the success rate is very high – as much as 90 percent sucess rate Our company supplies Irish E-liquid produced in Waterford and is Ireland’s only first E-liquid Distiller in Ireland, producing over 200,000 bottles of E-liquid every week • Independently tested and made from pure ingredients • Direct2U E-Cigs is offical agents for Ireland’s No 1 Premium Wicked E-juice

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othing says ‘you’re getting old,’ like that little reminder from the lovely people at Breast Check, the national breast screening programme, dropping through your letter box to tell you that now you’ve reached a certain age, they’ve added you to their register. Yup; got mine. So if you’re reading this and you’re between the ages of 50 and 64, contact them on Freephone 1800 45 45 55 to make sure you’re on the list and book your free mammogram; it’d be silly not to. You see I’m on the ‘at risk’ list, (the sister got the looks; I got the brains, oh, and the parents’ dodgy genes), needing annual mammograms and scans, (yeah the poor aul boobs have been squashed like Pitta pockets but hey, it’s done for a reason and I’m so grateful I was being monitored), in Dublin’s

Beaumont Hospital and I can tell you I’ve had more than my fair share of scares over the years; all of which, mercifully, were just that…scares. So, as October is Action Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I’d like to urge the lovely ladies of Roscommon who’ve never had a mammogram or who’ve never checked their breasts for any

strange shapes/orange peel appearance/lumps/dimpling of the skin or inverted nipples, etc., to find out how to do it and to start right now. Yes a mammogram is er, uncomfortable to put it mildly but it saves lives and prevention is better than cure. So, log onto http://www. cancer.ie/cancer or www. hse.ie and find out signs and

details from the experts or visit your family doctor for more information. Now this article is not about making a frightening discovery ladies, (but if you do, visit your doctor immediately) rather it’s about empowering ourselves to learn to recognise what is going on with our bodies and to go and get help to put it right if we feel there is anything amiss or out of the ordinary; because as I was told as I underwent my biopsy, (which was frightening; I will not lie), not all suspicious signs turn out to be cancer and even though, thankfully, I got the all-clear, I still need to check myself regularly because when you are breast aware I believe you lessen the burden of worry. So today, educate yourselves to recognise a possible symptom and then forge ahead immediately to receive a diagnosis – and as I said, in a lot of cases that lump/ symptom is not cancerous. So, go on, don’t delay, and check those boobies today!

7th son healer for Roscommon and Ballaghaderreen 7th son healer Aidan Wrynne, from Mohill, Co. Leitrim, is now attending Roscommon and Ballaghaderreen every Monday, dealing with a number of conditions. Aidan has consistent success in the treatment of back pain, arthritis pain, skin rashes, digestive problems, colic/reflux, migraine, wart/verrucas, asthma, sinus and many more. Aidan is happy to discuss in confidence any queries you may have and you can contact him on 071-9631263, 0872423405 or by email on aidanwrynne@eircom.net.

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Direct2U E-Cigs a growing business in Roscommon Direct2U E-Cigs are near their 12th-month mark in Roscommon town and are growing every week. They would like to thank all our customers for their support to us throughout the year. The vaping and electronic cigarette is a serious gateway to people who want to give up smoking and the success-rate is very high – as much as a 90 per cent success rate. Their company supplies Irish e-liquid produced in Waterford and is Ireland’s only first E-liquid Distiller, producing over 200,000 bottles of e-liquid every week independently tested made from pure ingredients. Direct2U E-Cigs are official agents for Ireland’s number one premium e-Juice, Wicked. They wholesale into Corrib Oil stores, shops and newsagents in Ireland. A new report from NHS in England found E-cigarettes around 95 per cent less harmful than tobacco. For more information on Direct2U E-Cigs, call 0866015634 or 087-9137170.

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ow was your summer? Were you lucky enough to get away to see some sun? While some of you were away or just taking a break, we at Fullbody Workhouse have been working hard to bring our new programmes to fruition. Fullbody Workhouse (see advertisement) is located beside Tesco and SuperValu carpark in Roscommon town. Last year we were lucky enough to get the opportunity to train with Paul Mcllroy up in Belfast, and thankfully we are one of very few gyms in the world who can offer his world renowned programme –and to Roscommon and surrounding areas! This ‘Amazing 12’ Programme is much more than a Body Transformation. It has been described as a “lifealtering physical odyssey”. Look at the photographs of Conan Cox and Tommy Egan ... these results can be achieved by ordinary people who are willing to work hard to see truly lifechanging results. A very limited number of places are available with a start date of no later than 21st September and you will ‘have the body you deserve’! Start no later than the 21st and you’ll have your final 12-week photographs the week before Christmas! 8-WEEK TRANSFORMATION We have just commenced our second 8-week Transformation programme. This is an on-going programme, with many of the first group continuing on, with also many new people coming on board and has gone better than we could have wished! It really is a jam-packed programme which runs three days a week with a 2phase Nutrition plan. Because this programme caters for many different fit-

ness levels, it is open for anyone to join at any time. There is a few spaces available for both our morning and evening group. If you’re currently exercising – yet not seeing the scales move how you’d like it to – or perhaps you are physically seeing changes to your shape…then this may be for you. We believe everyone deserves to experience the benefits of being healthy and confident…and we’d love to help you experience that too. If you’re fed up of long boring cardio sessions, you’re unsure of what you should be doing day to day and you’re struggling to stay motivated with your nutrition, then this programme will take care of all of that… We will walk you through: * Day by Day Nutrition * 3-5 sessions per week specifically designed to tackle problem areas * 2 Phase Nutrition Plan What you won’t be doing is jogging, running, boring cardio OR starving yourself. In fact our goal is to get you eating as much food as possible whilst still getting great results. Dieting causes your metabolic rate which puts you at risk of future weight gain. We’ll walk you through our nutrition protocols that focus on health and long-term results… The investment is just €197 or €219 depending on option chosen. All our programmes are backed by an iron-clad money-back guarantee on results. Contact Cathal or Craig Connnolly on 085 7688021 or email fullbodyworkhouse@yahoo.com for further

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Before I started the amazing 12 programme I’d spent a lot of time in the gym doing my own thing and got to a stage were I wasn’t gaining or losing anything and it had all become repetitive and boring. I wasn’t getting the results I wanted. When I joined the amazing12 programme it was the ﬁrst time I’d done any training in a group setting and that really helped as you have other people there pushing you on and keeping you motivated. By the time we got to half way I was already amazed by the changes....gains made, serious improvement in strength and ﬁtness as well as just my general well being, and that was only after 6 weeks. As for the nutritional side, it makes you approach what you eat in a whole new manner, no fad diets or anything like that... I was never one to diet

partner ?? we really worked well together. I found myself getting fitter and stronger each week through the cardio and weight work and I also found that I had a much healthier lifestyle, which comes with the discipline involved from the nutritional aspect. I used to go to the gym before but had never seen the results I liked and never had a programme that could deliver what I wanted. Cathal and Craig I have to say were top notch both giving advice during training with the detail they went – Conan Cox and to from the nutritional side of things was amazing. I have to say in the 12 weeks I’ve gained a phenomenal amount of knowledge both “Before joining the in fitness and nutrition. programme I did not really Towards the finishing stages know what to expect. The of the programme I was programme itself was very extremely happy with the demanding but I really weights I was lifting and how enjoyed it. The training my fitness levels had soared. envoirment was excellent. Thank you boys!” – Tommy Egan Conan was my training

anyway, but just eating good natural food and being given the knowledge to eat right. In fairness to Cathal and Craig they keep it enjoyable and fun, the sessions were always good craic. I’d have no problem recommending this programme to anyone, it’s simple, if you put in the work you’ll see the results! But you’ll also get a mountain of knowledge on how to train and eat right. Can’t thank the lads enough – Cathal, Craig and Tommy my training partner. Amazing12 is just that!

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Roscommon farmers attended the IFA protest to highlight EU political responsibility and inaction over the escalating downturn in farm incomes. L-R: John Hanley, Chairman, Roscommon IFA Co. Executive, Martin Brady, Secretary, Roscommon IFA Co. Executive, Martin O’Dowd, Chairman, Roscommon IFA Dairy Committee, Seamus Murray and Padraig Corcoran, Knockcroghery, Pat Leonard, Chairman, Roscommon IFA Farm Business Committee, Sean Finan, President, Macra Na Feirme, Eamon Connelly, Castlerea and Jim O’Connor, ViceChairman, Roscommon IFA Co. Executive.

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Cattle price cuts must stop – IFA Speaking at the IFA farmers protest in Dublin last week, IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns said the cattle price cuts at the factories have to stop. He said livestock farmers have seen prices cut by 30c/kg or over €100/head in the last four to five weeks. Henry Burns said that these price cuts cannot be justified and he called on Minister Coveney to demand that the factories stop the price cuts. The IFA Livestock leader told the 2,500-strong crowd at the protest out-

side the EU Commission office that cattle prices in our main export market in the UK have stabilised and actually increased in the last week. He said UK prices for R3 steers are the equivalent of €4.98/kg, incl. vat. Henry Burns said that there is a very strong view in the sector that supplies of steers and heifers will tighten considerably in the next few weeks. He said all of the forecasts from Bord Bia and the Department AIMS data point to a tightening in prime cattle supplies.

The IFA livestock leader said factories are struggling to get cattle at less than the base price of €4.00/kg for steers and €4.10/kg for heifers. Speaking at a meeting of the COPA Beef Working Group in Brussels this week, Henry Burns called on Minister Coveney to insist that beef is firmly on the EU Farm Council agenda meeting in Europe next week. He said the EU needs to deal with the fallout from the Russian ban and other market access issues.

Sale on 3/9/15: 750 cattle on offer this week with prices holding firm for most categories of stock on offer. Bigger numbers of weanlings coming on offer at the moment with strong demand for the quality continentals store bullocks. Heifers remain a solid trade with good demand while breeding stock and dry cows also recorded good clearances. SAMPLE PRICES BULLOCKS: Lim 450kgs €1290 Ch 470kgs €1265 Lim 510kgs €1335 Ch 575kgs €1445 Lim 620kgs €1515 Lim 720kgs €1530 AA 600kgs €1305. HEIFERS: BBx 425kgs 41210 Lim 415kgs €1165 Ch 380kgs €1065 Ch 465kgs €1265 Ch 440kgs €1220 Ch 530kgs €1350 Ch 585kgs €1415. DRY COWS: Ch 840kgs €1570 Ch 790kgs €1480 Ch 910kgs €1775 Fr 665kgs €1100 Lim 640kgs €1085. Cows with calves at foot made from €1400 to €1750. Springers made from €1200 to €2020 per head. CALVES: Calves ranged in price from €255 to €790 for stronger continental types. WEANLING BULLS: Ch 290kgs €1020 Lim 240kgs €780 Ch 440kgs €1200 Ch 345kgs €1125 Ch 285kgs €835. WEANLING HEIFERS: Ch 290kgs €900 Ch 245kgs €850 Ch 345kgs €1045 Ch 300kgs €920 Lim 360kgs €950. FORTHCOMING SALES – Thursdays weekly: Sale of heifers, cows, calves and weanlings.

Feighan reminder of extension to TAMS 1 deadline Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan has reminded local farmers of the extension to the TAMS 1 deadline. Agriculture Minister Simon Coveney recently extended the closing date to next Monday for work already started. “I’ve noticed that some farmers are not aware of the extension to the TAMS 1 deadline in cases where work has already started,” said Deputy Feighan. “I am reminding farmers in Roscommon and Leitrim that they have until September 14th, now that the deadline has been extended. “The Government was aware that in certain cases where work had already started for the Safety Schemes, Dairy Equipment Scheme and Sheep Handling Scheme, farmers were experiencing severe difficulties meeting the original deadline of August 31. “This new more flexible deadline will really help farmers in giving more time to complete the work, collect receipts and return papers to the Department.”

Roscommon Mart Report Friday, September 4 There was a very large entry of top-quality cattle on offer at last Friday’s sale with numbers well up on the previous week. There was a solid trade for heifers with a maximum price of €3.04 a kilo and an average price of €2.46 a kilo. There was a firm trade for bullocks with average prices of €2.20 a kilo and a maximum price of €2.88 a kilo. There was an improved trade for dry cows, with an average price of €1.98 a kilo and a maximum price of €2.23 a kilo. There was a good attendance of customers with a high clearance of lots. Due to the large booking of bullocks on Thursday last, the first 100 pens will be sold on Friday, September 11, and the remaining 75 pens will be sold on Friday September 18. As a result of the high volume of stock being offered for sale, an extra special sale for heifers will be held on Friday, September 25 at 11 am. Bookings accepted up to 5 pm on Tuesday, September 15, Wednesday, September 16, and Thursday, September 17. Bookings by phone (0906626352) by email-roscom-

monmart@gmail.com or by calling to the office. New booking arrangements: Please note bookings for all special sales will be accepted up to 5 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays the week prior to the sale. The Draw for the pens will take place on Thursday at 5 pm. Draw System for starting pen on sale Days: The draw for the starting pen will be made at 10.45 am on Fridays and 4.45 pm on Tuesdays. The first number drawn will be the starting pen and a second draw will be made to determine whether the draw will go up or down. Weanling show and sale – this Tuesday, September 8, at 5 pm. Also special entry of 18 (3 year old) Springers at 8 pm. Breeding ewes – Saturday, September 5 There were large numbers of breeding ewes and hoggets on offer at last Saturday’s sale. There was an easier trade for breeding ewes with prices slightly back on last week. There was no significant change in the average price of hoggets with the tops making €212. Two-

year-old ewes made up to €203. Saturday sales continue weekly – Gates open at 8 am. Sale commences at 11 am. Show and Sale of Pedigree Charollais Rams – 59 Ram Lambs and 2 Hogget Rams. Show 12 noon – Sale 1.00 p.m. Tuesday, Septemer 8 There was a large entry of excellent quality stock on offer at the show and sale of weanlings held on Tuesday evening last. There was a strong trade for heifer weanlings, with prices averaging €2.64 a kilo and a maximum price of €3.66 a kilo. There was also a good demand for Bull Weanlings with average prices of €2.54 a kilo and a top price of €4.21 a kilo. There was a good attendance of both exporters and farmers. Tuesday sale continue weekly at 5 pm for weanlings and suckler cows. Tuesday, September 29, special entry of 21 Excellent 3 and 4 calvers, calving end of October onwards to AI Charolais Bull (FSZ & CSQ) and AI BB (AJY) 3 Heifers in calf to AI sexed Heifer semen Simmental. Photos on our website and face book page. Next Show & Sale of

Weanlings Tuesday October 6 at 5 p.m. Details of all sales on our website.www.roscommonmart.ie or Facebook. Show and Sale of Lambs – Wednesday, September 9 There was a huge entry of sheep on offer for the annual Show and Sale of Lambs held on Wednesday last. There was an excellent display of very good quality Ewe lambs on offer. There was an improvement in the average prices for Lambs in particular for Ewe Lambs which fetched as high as €135. There was a similar trade for Cast Ewes with all lots sold. Weekly sales for Sheep continue on Wednesdays at 11 am. Please note Ewe lambs will be sold separately to Wether/Ram lambs. Draw for the starting pens. The draw for the starting pen will be held at 10.45 a.m. A second draw will take place to determine whether the draw will go up or down. Breeding ewes sales continue weekly on Saturdays at 11 a.m. Gate opens at 8 am. Show and sale of pedigree charollais. Rams – this Saturday, September 12. Show at noon. Sale at 1.30 pm.

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David Diffley, MIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market a quality three-bedroom end of terrace residence of c. 1,120 sq.ft. for sale at 7, Forge Hill, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon as per the instructions of KPMG Receivers. Price Guide: €65,000 ono to sell. John Earley says “This is a quality three-bedroom end of terrace two-storey residence primely located adjacent to the centre of Strokestown and beside all town amenities such as Church, school, shops, pubs, hotel, etc. “The property would make an ideal investment property or private home due to its size and location. We now invite immediate viewings and all offers in the region of €65,000 to sell.” For further details or to arrange a

NEW TO THE MARKET A QUALITY 4 B/R SEMI-DETACHED RESIDENCE OF C. 1,300 SQ.FT LOCATED AT

44 “THE GLEN”, COOSAN, ATHLONE TOWN, CO. WESTMEATH Price Guide: €125,000 ono to sell OPEN VIEWINGS MONDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER FROM 5:30 – 6:30 PM

viewing, please contact David Diffley, MIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email ddiffley@propertypartners.ie.

Final offers sought for ‘Morelli’s’ landmark takeaway and restaurant John Earley, FIPAV of Property Partners Earley is this week inviting final offers after €400,000 plus VAT if applicable for a substantial freehold commercial property of c. 7,000 sq. ft. known as Morelli’s incorporating the ‘Alpine Grill’ fast food takeaway and ‘Moma’ Italian restaurant standing on c.0.37 of an acre located at Main Street, Roscommon town together with a 2 B/R apartment on 1st floor. John says: “This is a prime opportunity to acquire one of Roscommon’s most recognisable and established trading properties. “Established in 1979, ‘Morelli’s’ offers a prime main street location with the benefit of an extensive and valuable inventory of modern catering equipment and furniture included in the sale. “The property benefits

www.propertypartners.ie Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon. Tel. 090 66 26579. Fax: 090 66 25405. EMAIL: jearley@propertypartners.ie

A quality semi-detached residence located in this select residential area with the benefit of a good quality finish throughout and situated opposite the Athlone Rugby club. The property which overlooks a large green area to the front boasts spacious living accommodation throughout over 3 floors with a spacious rear garden and unrivalled location beside Athlone town. The Auctioneer invites viewing and all offers in the region of €125,000 to sell. BER: D1. LEGAL: TONY HENRY, MESSERS TORMEYS & CO, ATHLONE. 090 64 93456. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET C. 5.33 ACRES OF ROADSIDE LANDS LOCATED AT

GRANAGHAN (DILLON), CURRAGHROE, CO. ROSCOMMON Price Guide: €30,000 ono to sell. A compact parcel of roadside lands located just off the Lanesboro/ Strokestown route and located close to Curraghroe Church. The said lands command good road frontage and the auctioneers now invite all offers to sell. LEGAL: PAULINE BRADY, MESSERS JOHN J QUINN & CO, LONGFORD. 043 33 41541. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

FINAL OFFERS INVITED A HIGHLY ATTRACTIVE 3 B/R DETACHED TWO STOREY RESIDENCE STANDING ON C. 10.2 ACRES LOCATED AT

from an ultra-modern fitout together with a 3 B/R apartment on the 1st floor, extensive storage facilities, large rear yard area with access via the courthouse end, and extensive toilet facilities.” The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and final offers after

€400,000 plus VAT if applicable to sell. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact John Earley, FIPAV, Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie.

Property Partners Earley urgently seeking houses Property Partners Earley, Roscommon are this week seeking houses in all areas of Roscommon for cash clients and disappointed underbidders. Property Partners have been selling property for generations and offer a nationwide network of offices offering exceptional local knowledge. With an extensive computerised database of active buyers, Property Partners Earley are best placed to advise on all you property matters. They offer a professional marketing plan designed to deliver their goal of selling your home for the highest price possible.

Your property will be listed on all major websites to include www.propertypartners.ie, www.daft.ie, www.myhome. ie and www.onview.ie. With over 3,000 unique hits on the Property Partners website each day alone, your property will be marketed to the forefront. Local knowledge, nationwide! For further details or to arrange a free consultation, please contact either John Earley, FIPAV or David Diffley, MIPAV of Property Partners Earley Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

GURRANE SOUTH, CREGGS, CO. ROSCOMMON. FINAL OFFERS AFTER €100,000 TO SELL

A highly attractive holding of lands with the benefit of a 3 B/R detached two storey residence standing thereon located in a select residential countryside location close to Creggs village. The said house and lands can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate and are set out as follows: Lot 1: The entire. Lot 2: Residence standing on c. 1 acre. Lot 3: c. 4.86 acres to the rear of the said residence. Lot 4: c. 4.34 acres on the opposite side of the public roadway. BER: G. LEGAL: MARIE CONROY, MESSERS MAHON SWEENEY & CO, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 27350. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

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We are now listing for our forthcoming multi lot auction and we welcome all submissions in the strictest of confidence. Properties of all types are sought and we offer a free appraisal service for all prospective vendors. For further details, contact the office.

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Viewing comes highly recommended and can be arranged by contacting the office on 090 6663700

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Attractive four bedroom two storey residence Standing on c. 1 acre Large range of outbuildings to rear Located c. 6 miles from Ballinasloe Town, in a much sought after area • The residence is in need of modernisation and holds huge potential • Is priced to sell. • FINAL OFFERS INVITED BY 5PM FRIDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER

For further details and viewing contact the office on 090 6663700

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Attractive three bedroom bungalow residence Standing on c. 0.64 acres Located just off the Roscommon/Athlone road The residence is in excellent condition throughout • Is priced to sell.

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Prime four bedroom two storey residence Unrivalled views of Roscommon Castle Standing on a c. 0.25 acre mature private site In a much sought after location of Roscommon Town • The residence boasts spacious living accommodation throughout • Large garage adjoining

Viewing is strictly by appointment only. Contact the office on 090 6663700 for further information/viewing

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Glenmore, Taughmaconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon

Attractive residence in Taughmaconnell Ivan Connaughton Auctioneers in Athleague is inviting final offers for a four-bedroomed twostorey residence at Glenmore, Taughmaconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon by 18th of September.

This is an attractive four-bedroom two-storey residence standing on c. 1 acre with large range of outbuildings to rear located c. 6 miles from Ballinasloe Town, in a much sought after

area. The residence is in need of modernisation and holds huge potential. For further details or to arrange a viewing contact Connaughton Auctioneers on 090-6663700.

Prime Ballyforan farm for sale Connaughton Auctioneers, Athleague have for sale a prime residential farm at Muckloon, Ballyforan, Co. Galway comprising of a two-bedroomed residence standing on c. 25 acres of lands. The property has a state-of-the-art two-bay slatted shed with creep to rear, pin and crush and a range of outbuildings standing thereon. The farm is located at end of country lane and holds huge potential due to its size and location. It is also convenient to Ballyforan, Ballygar and Mountbellew. Ivan Connaughton, M.S.C.S.I. states “The residence is in need of modernisation and the lands comprise c. 11 acres of excellent quality, c. 5 acres average quality and c. 9 acres of commonage with a quarter share in same. This is indeed a fine property to come onto the market and viewing highly recommended.” For further details or to arrange a viewing contact Connaughton Auctioneers on 090-6663700.

Sean Naughton seeks ﬁnal offers on prime properties Sean Naughton Auctioneers in Roscommon town is delighted to invite final offers on a number of properties. One such property is at 18, The Paddocks, Athleague, Co. Roscommon. It’s a fivebedroomed detached residence. Viewing is highly recommended. Final offers are also being accepted on 13 acres of top quality land at Tobbervaddy, Athleague, Co. Roscommon and on 3.5 acres of land in Lysterfield, Curraghboy. (Final offers on these properties to be submitted to the office by close of business 5 pm on Friday the 17th September). Sean Naughton Auctioneers offers new to the market a 22-acre residential farm at Curraghroe, Lanesboro, Co. Roscommon; circa 10 acres of good quality land with good road frontage at Mount Dillon, Lanesboro, Co. Roscommon; circa 12 acres of fair quality land with old farm sheds and handling facilities at Curraghroe, Lanesboro, Co. Roscommon (old

18 The Paddocks, Athleague, Co. Roscommon

residence in need in need of refurbishment). For further details please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net.

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Great range of properties on books of Hughes and Co This week Hughes & Company are confirming that they have a sale agreed on a circa 70-acre residential farm at Killeenboy, Kilteevan, Roscommon in the last number of days. The company also recently have sale agreed on a circa 43-acre farm at Curraghboy, Roscommon. The company also has for sale this week circa 11 acres of top quality land at Kiltultogue, Roscommon. All of the lands are well fenced. Land to let this week: Circa 35 acres of meadow or winterage at Fuerty, Roscommon; Circa 25 acres at Fuerty, Roscommon; Circa 60 acres of meadow or winterage at Racecourse Road, Roscommon; Circa three acres at Fuerty, Roscommon suitable for sheep or donkeys; Circa 30 acres at Mullymux, Roscommon for sheep only. This week they have on offer at Killeenboy, Kilteevan circa 20 acres of top quality, well fenced land with its own water supply. The property has an old dwelling thereon,

with mains water. Offers in excess of €120,000 are been considered for this property. They also have for sale at Corboley, Roscommon a nice three-bedroomed bungalow in need of modernisation. The residence stands on circa 8 acres and can be sold on a smaller area of ground if required. Also on offer this week with Hughes & Company is a nice three-bedroomed cottage in need of modernisation. The residence is located less than one mile from Roscommon town in Roxboro on a hillside site, lending itself suitable for further development should planning permission be granted. Hughes and Company have a four-bedroomed bungalow on a circa oneacre site located at Runnabracken, Roscommon. While the residence is in need of some modernisation, the property is well located, approximately five miles from Roscommon town in a nice rural setting with a good range of out-offices. Offers are

now being accepted. On the books of the company at Lanesboro Road, Roscommon is a 9,000 sq. ft. Garage to let on the site of the new Top Filling Station. They also have a car wash facility and a secure compound available. This week Hughes & Company also have for sale at Ballinderry, Fourmilehouse a three-bed-

roomed cottage in need of total modernisation. The residence is well located a short distance from Roscommon town on the main Boyle to Roscommon Road. Offers in excess of €25,000 are being considered. Due to recent sales Pat is confirming that they urgently require all types of property for sale in and

around the Roscommon area. If you are thinking of buying or selling please contact him. Let him advise you – his advice is free. For further details on all properties on offer with Hughes & Company, please contact the office on 090-6627003 or email phughes2@eircom.net.

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Circa 20 acres at Killeenboy, Kilteevan, Roscommon.

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DUE TO CANCELLATION 3 Glenview, Roscommon Town, Co. Roscommon Quality detached property in desirable location this 4 bedroom detached two storey residence situated in a quality residential setting convenient to all amenities, schools, shops etc in Roscommon Town. A desirable location off the Galway Road. Number 3 is situated to the front of the estate and comprises of 4 bedrooms (1 ensuite), living room, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, bathroom, utility, WC and conservatory.This property provides a quality family home in a sought after location.

Viewing comes highly recommended with REA Seamus Carthy Guide Price: €155,000

HIGH PROFILE COMMERCIAL UNIT TO LEASE Roscommon Town High proﬁle commercial unit fronting onto public car park in the centre of Roscommon Town. c.5000 sq ft open plan. Enquiries now invited Contact Sole Letting Agents. REA Seamus Carthy

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Forthcoming sale of good quality lands in Ballinaheglish REA Seamus Carthy confirms this week the forthcoming sale of c.36 acres of good quality agricultural land situated at Forte George, Ballyglass, Ballinaheglish, Co. Roscommon. This highly important sale of this attractive holding is set out in one lot and located in a much sought after farming district. The said lands are of excellent quality and must be of interest to all farmers. Offers now invited. Contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy, Goff Street, Roscommon on 0906630001 or email info@reacarthy.ie

OFFERS ARE NOW INVITED Circular Road, Roscommon Town, Co. Roscommon HIGH PROFILE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY – Extending to 2,080sq.m.GIA (22,389sq.ft.) on c. 0.58 Hectares (1.43 Acres). In a highly prominent location in Roscommon Town. Situated on Circular Road approximately 300 metres south east of the Town Centre. The property is strategically located and provides unrivalled profile. The Circular Road carries a large volume of passing vehicular traffic and is one of the most accessible routes to the west and midlands of the country via the N60, N61 & N63. Property comprises of former car sales showroom with ancillary ground and 1st floor office, Garage with ground floor reception and office accommodation, separate garage with mezzanine storage area and former DOE Designated Testing Centre, also vehicular access is available off Brogan Lane. Viewing by prior appointment with REA Seamus Carthy. GUIDE PRICE: €200,000 PLUS VAT Solicitor: Mr. Hugh Kane, Kane Tuohy Solicitors, The Malt House North, Grand Canal Quay, Dublin 2 Contact: 01 6722233

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Roscommon County Council have refused planning permission for a huge development in Monksland, which would have cost around €5 million. The would-be developer, Donie Kenny, has expressed “extreme disappointment” and told the Roscommon People on Tuesday that he is likely to appeal the decision to An Bord Pleanala. In July, Athlone-based businessman Mr. Kenny applied for permission to build a district centre, measuring 16,300 sq. ft. It would have contained a discount food store, like Lidl or Aldi, along with an off-licence, café/bar and 16 maisonette-type dwellings. A second building, measuring almost 7,700 sq. ft., would also have been built. This would have comprised consulting rooms and offices. However, last Friday, the council rejected the application. The head of finance and planning,

Martin Lydon, said that the “amount of retail development proposed would not be justified, in the absence of demonstrable demand for such facilities linked to significant growth in population…at this time”. He also said that the development would have “a detrimental impact on the viability and vitality of Athlone town centre”. Mr Lydon also had concerns about the visual impact that the development would have had on Monksland. He said it would “seriously injure the visual amenities of the area and residential amenities of future occupants of the development and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.” Mr Kenny said that he was “extremely disappointed” with the decision, and strongly criticised the council. “I followed the programme outlined by the council for development. How they can get people to invest in their strategy and then turn around and dump them, I don’t know.”

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A sketch of what the proposed development in Monksland would have looked like, according to the project architects, Brendan McGettigan & Associates. Roscommon County Council rejected the planning application last week.

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The Ballaghaderreen Chamber of Commerce will hold an important public meeting in the northwest Roscommon town on Monday night (14th of September). It will be held in the CDP Office, The Shambles, Charlestown Road, at 8 pm. Michael Moran, a long-time member of Westport Chamber, will address the meeting. In a statement, Ballaghaderreen Chamber said: “We want to be the voice of business with a common goal to make Ballaghaderreen a vibrant, prosperous town to be proud of moving forward. “We are a fresh new group of people who want an inclusive chamber to benefit all of the businesses and, in turn, will automatically benefit the community of this town. “It is the objective of the Ballaghaderreen Chamber to be an effective leader in unifying all the stakeholders to maximise the potential of Ballaghaderreen.” For further details, email ballaghaderreenchamber@ gmail.com or telephone Alan Ryan on 087-2054466. Businesses: Reach your target market! 18,000 COPIES PRINTED WEEKLY

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ACCOUNTS ACCOUNTANTS AND TAX ADVISERS To farmers and small businesses at fees that the small businessman can afford. Advice and consultations free. Pat Baxter & Company, Accounting Services, Clondra. Tel: (043) 3326125, (087) 2251591. Email: clondra@iol.ie Web: www.patbaxterco.ie

MCGOWAN ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES Catering for: • Individuals • Sole Traders, Partnerships & Companies • VAT, RCT, PAYE/PRSI, Financial Control, Completion of annual tax returns • Assistance with Sage 50 First consultation FREE, can meet clients outside office hours Provides training for start your own business and basic computers and accounting. Also training in Thesaurus accounting products

‘YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR BUSINESS’ Contact Nuala 090 66 25818 (086) 0352849 Email: mcgacco@gmail.com Web: www.mcgowanaccounting.com

ACCOUNTS NEED HELP IN COMPLETING YOUR TAX RETURNS Eg. Farmers, B&B, Rental Income, help with school grant applications. Contact Margaret on 087 6430717.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS ST. COMAN’S CLUB, ROSCOMMON

Tuesday 1pm; Tuesday 9pm; Thursday 1pm; Thursday 9pm; Saturday 8.30pm; Sunday 12 noon Phone: (01) 4538988 or (091) 767777.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES CLOWN OR MAGICIAN AVAILABLE for Children’s Birthday Parties, Christenings, Creches, Communions, Weddings etc. Phone 087 6890161.

BOUNCING CASTLES ROSCOMMON CASTLES

• New Crocodile 50ft Obstacle Course • Soccer Stadium • New Castles with slides - all weather obstacle courses • Pillow Basher and big slides

Phone No: (087) 4136355

BOUNCY BRIAN’S Bouncing Castles

• Castles • Castles with Slides • Slides • Obstacle Courses Good rates available

Contact: (089) 2527317

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CAREERS

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Fully Insured - Keen Rates BOOK NOW AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE LAST DAYS OF SUMMER • Birthday Parties • Summer BBQs • Family Gatherings, etc

Tel: 087 6358949/ 086 3443462 Email: tribouncecastles @gmail.com Follow us on facebook

BUS SERVICE

KELLY’S EYE

Sligo I.T. Bus Service. Fully licensed Bus ServIce Starting Sunday 13th, September 2015 when colleges return. Servicing Ballygar, Roscommon, Tulsk and Boyle. Ballygar – 7pm Roscommon – 7.20pm Tulsk – 7.35 pm Boyle – 8.05 pm (Sunday Evenings) Returning from Sligo I.T. 1pm on Fridays direct to Boyle, Tulsk, Roscommon and Ballygar. Contact Kelly’s Eye Derrane, Roscommon on 087-2727888 Acceptance of an advertisement or payment therefore is not to be taken as implying guarantee that the advertisement will be published. The right is reserved to refuse to insert any advertisement, without giving any reason; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisement previously published, without compensation for any loss or damage claimed for non-publication. Publication of an advertisement cannot be guaranteed on a specific week or at all, whether or not a particular week has been stipulated by the advertiser, and the company will not be liable for any loss claimed by such omission, whether from all editions or any particular edition or editions of the paper. Right is reserved to alter any advertisement without liability for any compensation for such alteration. Further, the company does not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccuracy in the printing of any advertisement.

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CHIROPODIST CHIROPODY Mary Lennon SRN, HSE Approved. Galway Road, Roscommon

B.Sc. Psych., B.Comm., H.Dip. in Ed., MBPS & PSI Registered Occupational Psychometrician Assistance with: • Interview Preparation • CAO & UCAS Course Application • Subject & Course Choice • Study Skills / Exam Preparation

PODIATRIST/ CHIROPODIST Siobhan Murray BSc (Hons) Podiatry M.Ch.S.I.

CONTACT: Abbeyside House, Abbey Street, Roscommon. Tel . 090-6630760. Email: abbeysidehouse@ eircom.net

Department of Health Approved Every Monday - Cuan Aire Resource Centre, St. Patrick’s Street, Castlerea

Opening Hours: 9 am - 5.30 pm, Mon-Fri.

For appointment: (094) 96 21647 / (089) 4142233

CARS FOR SALE < FOR SALE: 2000 Ford Fiesta Ghia Sport, 1.4 petrol. Low mileage (65,000 miles), NCT tested and taxed. Lady owner, very clean. Tel: 086 0722476.

CHIMNEY CHIMNEY CLEANING & REPAIRS New power brush and vaccum technology Can clean from the bottom up, eliminating broken roof tiles. Also firebacks replaced and flues repaired. Fast efficient and no mess guaranteed. Carpentry and General Repairs TV Aerial and Satellite

Tel: 087 2798704 CHIMNEY CLEANING CONNAUGHT CHIMNEY CLEANING Chimneys (Power Sweep and Vacuum - no mess) - Openfire - Stoves - Ranges Oil Boilers serviced and repaired Carpets and Upholstery cleaned Satellite and Digital TV Installation All areas covered Tel: 071 91 97984 Mob: 086 2495851 www.connaughtchimney cleaningservice.com

(090) 66 26023 086 8225575

• Home visits • Insoles and Orthotics prescribed

FOOT CLINIC ROSCOMMON – MOLLOYS PHARMACY (Monday to Saturday) Also available in Boyle & Athlone -------Treating all aspects of Foot Pain. Orthotics prescribed

By Appointment Only – Tel 087 2982214 Catriona Byrne DIP CHFP

CHIROPRACTOR ROSCOMMON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Specialising in:

• BACK PAIN • HEADACHES • NECK PAIN • LIMB PAIN

Phone: (086) 8433433

Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon. David Connor BSC (Hon.) Chiro. MSc. Chiropractic Association of Ireland

COMPUTERS DC Computer Services Providing IT services for Homes, Businesses & Schools. Home Callouts. No Fix No Fee. PC Maintenance – Upgrades, Repairs, Virus & Spyware removal. Network Solutions – Cabling, Hardware & Software Installation & Maintenance. Contact David Conboy Tel: 087 7496459 Email: info@dccomputerservices.ie Web: www.dccomputerservices.ie

COUNSELLING COUNSELLING & HYPNOTHERAPY Are you effected by Anger Issues, Bullying, Bereavement, Confidence/self esteem issues, OCD, Stress, Depression, Eating disorders Panic/Anxiety, Relationships, Exam pressure, Sexual Abuse Call Billy (094) 96 59966 Mobile (086) 0675433 or visit www.billybrogan.com

DRIVING LESSONS NOEL’S Driving School ADI/RSA Approved Driving Instructor Reg No. 37840

Tuition in Car Car available for test

EDT LESSONS AVAILABLE Contact: Noel Burke Ballintubber

087 6870248 www.noelsdrivingschool.ie Email: noelsdrivingschool@gmail. com

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JOHN DOORLY School of Motoring RSA REGISTERED AND FORMER DRIVER TESTER

Excellent pass rates CAR - 12 EDT LESSONS CAR & TRAILER (B&E) TRUCKS - RIGID, ARTIC & CPC

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Have you a licence to tow a trailer? Car/Jeep & Trailer Training available

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Paul McStay DSA/ADI (UK) RSA MIAM ROSPA Approved Driving Instructor Former BSM Driving Instructor and UK advanced Met. Police Driver. GIFT VOUCHER CARDS AVAILABLE Castlerea & Roscommon

EDT Lessons Available Telephone: (094) 96 20099 Mobile: (086) 8936012 This driving School conforms for the new RSA regulations & legislation

DOCKERY’S SCHOOL OF MOTORING • ROSCOMMON

R.S.A. Approved Driving Instructor Tuition in Car Also 16 seater mini bus Car Available for Tests Gift Vouchers

(094) 98 80281/ (087) 2031909

Roscommon Driving School CONTACT: (090) 66 61102 Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor

FARMING SERVICE < ABATTOIR AVAILABLE: Cattle, lambs and pigs. Ready for freezing. Home Cured and Honey Dry cured traditional bacon (not pumped with water) now available. Webb’s Butcher’s 094 96 20005 or 086 4094715.

AGRI SHEDS Power washed and disinfected. Protect your livestock from infection. Keen rates.

Call 086 8770711. < FOR SALE: 50 bales of silage and 50 bales of hay. Tulsk area. Tel: 087 9713586.

FOR HIRE RM TOOL HIRE Unit 1, Abbey Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon Hire – Sales – Repairs – Construction DIY & Garden Equipment Mini Digger Hire Tel: (090) 6630700 Mobile: (087) 8299628. < CHAINSAW AND LOG SPLITTER FOR HIRE to cut down trees and chop firewood. Tel: 087 9235745. < FOR HIRE: Tractor and hedge cutter for hire. All areas covered, keen rates Tel: 087 1476117.

FOR SALE < FOR SALE: New complete double divan bed including leather base and headboard, memory foam pocket sprung mattress. Still in packaging. Retail €950, will sell for €240 including free delivery. Tel: 086 4438919.

GATELY GARDENING Four Roads, Co. Roscommon • Landscaping • Timber Decking • Patios • General Maintenance Contact Liam on (086) 8749550 or (090) 66 27496

• Certified Arborists • Tree Surgery • Dangerous Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Leylandii hedges reduced and shaped. Comprehensive insurance cover. I.S.A. member. Telephone: (086) 6077307/(086) 8125165.

< TO LET: 10 acres of aftergrass at Knockcroghery until 1st February 2016. Sheep only. Phone: 086 1771511.

DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL SERVICE

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HEALTH & WELL-BEING JOAN MOORE Therapy Rooms • Sports Massage • Deep Tissue Massage • Reflexology • Indian head Massage • Reiki • Aromatherapy Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon

(087) 9201818 Gift vouchers now available

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IRONING SERVICE < IRONING SERVICE AVAILABLE: 18 Abbey Street, Roscommon. Call in or tel: 089 9883802.

KENNELS LISBROCK BOARDING KENNELS & CATTERY Brideswell, Athlone, Co. Roscommon • Spacious Kennels provided • Spacious exercise areas outside • Short Term - Long Term boarding welcomed • Dogs walked on request. Micro-chipping service now available.

For further details contact Mary (087) 6162191 or Barra (087) 9764250. www.lisbrockkennels.ie Members of IBKCA

HAPPY TAILS BOARDING KENNELS

● Amatsu Therapy ● Neuromuscular therapy

& orthopaedic sports massage

Appointments with Anne: Molloy’s Pharmacy, The Harrison Centre, Roscommon

Lanesborough WHERE TAILS ARE ALWAYS HAPPY! • Large heated sleeping areas with large covered runs • Nine large play areas • Secure, Safe and fun for our guests Check out our website www.happytails boardingkennels.com 043 33 30804 083 0037577

Tel: 087 2721757

PARKLAWN TREE SERVICES

< FOR SALE: Square bales of hay. Tel: 087 3402631.

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< TO LET: Good quality clean meadows to let on dry ground. Bale storage if required. Grazing also to let: Excellent fences and water laid on. Loughglynn area, Co. Roscommon. Tel: 087 2514136.

GIFT BASKETS

Woodchipping & Shredding Splitting service also available Insured and c2 Registered Contractor

Contact Maurice on 086 2538169

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HOLISTIC

Gardening, Maintenance & Painting Roscommon Town • Indoor & Outdoor Painting • Winter Garden Clean-Up • Power Washing Driveways - Paths • Prepare Lawns for Spring • Hedge Trimming • Planting • Grass Cutting • General Maintenance

Contact Walter on 087 9519873

Roscommon Physical Therapy Clinic

SEAMUS HUNT

18 years experience in treating babies to adults

• Massage & Sports Therapist • Holistic Massage • Injury Assessment & Treatment • Ultrasound & Infra Red Available

Physical Therapy CranioSacral Therapy Medical Dry Needling Prescription Orthotics Pilates – Small Classes

Tattie Hoaker, Health Store, Goff Street, Roscommon Phone: (086) 1930766

Gannon Environmental Services Ltd., Creggs

WALTER BEGLEY

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

KATHLEEN KELLY M.I.R.I.L. • Reflexology • Reiki • Indian Head and Shoulder Massage • Gift Vouchers Available • Evening appointments available

Tattie Hoaker, Health Store, Goff Street, Roscommon

Phone: (086) 3614230

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Located at Henry Street

PLANNINGS

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Trevor Farrell and Christina McGlynn for planning permission to demolish existing habitable house and construct new dwelling house and upgrade existing treatment system with proprietary treatment unit and percolation area and all ancillary site works at Graffoge Td, Scramoge, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission on behalf of Andrew and Fiona Belton to demolish an existing house and to construct a replacement dwellinghouse, garage, waste water treatment system and associated siteworks at Ballyglass Upper, Ballymacurley, Oran, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Seamus Murray, Project Managers, Engineers & Surveyors. Ph: (087) 2222874, seamusmurray60@gmail. com

The Planning Application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and that submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

MORRIS LOHAN Consulting Engineers Castle Street, Roscommon Phone: 090 66 27950 • PLANNING APPLICATIONS • ASSIGNED DESIGN & CERTIFIER ‘New Building Regs’ • BER RATINGS ‘Domestic & Commercial’ • STRUCTURAL & CONDITION SURVEYS • FIRE DESIGN CERTIFICATES

www.morrislohan.ie ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Paul and Marian McConway intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to refurbish and extend our dwelling house, upgrade existing septic tank with new effluent treatment system and all associated works, at Corry Td., (Curries), Carrickon-Shannon, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Paul and Marian McConway. The planning application may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying for planning permission, on behalf of Patrick Larkin, to erect a dwellinghouse and to connect to an existing waste treatment system (associated with a nearby housing development) at Tintagh Townland, Boyle. Signed: Mary O’Hara and Associates, Civil Engineering Consultants, Market Street, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. 094 98 61515 The planning application may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable costs of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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Classifieds PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Barry and Gerry Miley for planning permission to construct a storage shed circa 239sq.m. at Carrownageelaun Td, Tulsk, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie. The Planning Application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and that submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

PROPERTIES TO LET/RENT CHAZEY PROPERTIES: We require properties for waiting tenants, we advertise, conduct viewings, arrange references, read meters, set up tenancy agreements and arrange direct debit payments straight into your bank. We charge a one off fee only if we are successful in renting your property. If not no fees are payable. Call (086) 8212732. < TO LET: Two bedroom apartment in Castlecoote village. Central heating and solid fuel heating. All mod cons, fully furnished. Tel: 087 2404367. < TO LET: One single bedroom flat, fully furnished. Roscommon town. All mod cons. Tel: 086 3915847. < ROOMS TO LET in house. Athlone Road, Roscommon town. Tel: 087 8048853. < TO RENT: Luxury 2 bed apartment in Ballyleague. Newly decorated and painted. References required. Tel: 087 9008817. < COSY COTTAGE TO LET: Two double bedrooms, OFCH, all mod cons. Own gardens and drive. Athleague area. Tel: 087 6522027.

PSYCHIC DOLORES PSYCHIC MEDIUM CLAIRVOYANT REIKI HEALER

• Tarot & Angel Card Reading • Honest & Confidential • Spiritual Guidance • Need Direction? Phone for an appointment - (090) 66 23898 or (085) 7857191

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SITUATIONS VACANT < CHAINSAW OPERATORS/ CLIMBERS REQUIRED for ESB work. Must have UA1, NPTC, PICW and Safepass Certs. Contact Bernard Conroy, Timber Clearance Ltd., 087 2533101.

BUTTONS ‘N’ BOWS CHILDCARE CENTRE, MOYLOUGH, CO. GALWAY

SOULMATES

TUITION

SOULMATES - DON’T BE ALONE, LOVE IS ALL THERE IS: Find that special person for friendship and romance with likeminded people. Confidentiality assured. Tel: 087 9216302/087 7720250.

PIANO/KEYBOARD LESSONS AVAILABLE in Strokestown. Preparation for Grade exams with The Royal Irish Academy of Music or play for fun. Tel: Ciara 086 0736314

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

REQUIRES CHILDCARE ASSISTANT

ROSCOMMON PHONE-A-CAB PADRAIG HEALY

Minimum Level 5 qualification and experience essential. Immediate start. State of the art purpose built facility for children 3 months to 12 years. Morning & afternoon ECCE places still available.

Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair accessible Call car direct

For more information contact Anne or Noreena on 090 9679270.

(086) 2714879

ATHLEAGUE CABS 1-8 Seats Wheelchair Accessible

< STAFF REQUIRED for Roscommon town Take-away. Please reply to telephone number 090 66 30503 after 3pm.

PADDY PURCELL

< KIND RELIABLE CHILDMINDER REQUIRED for 3 children, 2 school going. 2 days per week in Children’s own home, Lanesborough area. Own car an advantage.Please reply to Box No: 828, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.

HUGH KILDUFF Hackney Service

< ROSCOMMON TOWN AREA: Housekeeper/cleaner required, 5 hours+ per week. Non-smoker, own transport preferable. References please. Please reply to Box No: 829, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon. < QUALIFIED HEAD CHEF REQUIRED with 5 years experience for busy pub/ restaurant, at Tarmonbarry, Co. Roscommon. Must have fluent English, with HACCP training. Apply with CV to.info@keenans.ie.

087-3186590

(086) 2479829 HACKNEY SERVICE Tommy Gilligan, Roscommon

(086) 8099503

Pete’s Cabs

Roscommon

SITUATIONS WANTED EXPERIENCED CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE in Roscommon Town. Available immediately. Tel: 087-3882079. CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE for before or after school care. Strokestown/Elphin area. Tel: 086 4069376. < BRAZILIAN WOMAN AVAILABLE for babysitting, cleaning, etc, in the Roscommon area. Contact: 087 1762088. < CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE for after pre-school or after school. Qualification FETAC Level 6. Knockcroghery area. Tel: 086 4025452.

– Contact –

Peter Lynch 086 8400002 JOHN BEATTIE Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

086 2670670 BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

JUNIOR AND LEAVING CERTIFICATE ENGLISH GRINDS Highly experienced teacher and State Examinations corrector Now taking bookings for classes commencing in September Open to 2nd, 3rd, 5th and 6th Year students • Expert tuition • Detailed study notes • Effective exam techniques and student motivation incorporated into each tutorial • Weekly assignments CONTACT: Aidan O’Connor PHONE/TEXT: 086-6078154 EMAIL: asconnor@icloud.com < IRISH GRINDS AVAILABLE: Leaving Certificate and Junior Certificate. Experienced teacher. Call 087 0991074. < CASTLEREA AREA: Leaving/Junior Certificate Maths, Irish, French private tuition in your own home. Phone: 086-3282437. TRADITIONAL MUSIC TUITION – GROUP OR ONE TO ONE Classes for Banjo, Fiddle, Flute, Whistle and Concertina. Tuition and preparation for exams and competitions. All ages and levels catered for. Contact John 087-2239095 OR Breda 086-2287575 < MUSIC GRINDS: Leaving and junior cert music grinds offered for both Higher Level and Ordinary Levels. ALSO offered for non exam years and for students that cannot get music as a subject in school. Both individual and group grinds offered. All areas of the course covered by a qualified music teacher and examiner. For more info contact 086 2287575.

TURF, FIREWOOD AND FUEL < THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL OFFERS: • Bags of seasoned timber only €2 per bag, buy 20 bags get 2 free • Bags of top quality black turf only €1.80 per bag, buy 20 get 2 free • 8 x 4 trailer load of turf only €120 delivered • 10 x 6 box load of timber only €180 delivered • 1 Bags of BNM briquettes only €2.50 delivered • Tonne bags of turf and firewood only €35 delivered. • ALSO PACKAGE DEAL: 1 bale of briquettes, 1 bag of logs, 3 bags of turf delivered only €10. Price cannot be beaten. Contact Tom: 086 2628439.

TURF, FIREWOOD AND FUEL FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Ash, Whitethorn and kindling sticks. Stored in doors. Phone: 086-2437376. < TURF FOR SALE: 10X6 loads and bags of turf, delivered. Tel: 086 3776948.

USEFUL SERVICES SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED ALSO DRAINS JETTED & CLEANED Waste Collection Permit No: NWCPO-12-11038-01

Contact Maurice on 086 2538169 Gannon Environmental Services Ltd, Creggs

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS: WASHING MACHINES, REPAIRS, DISHWASHERS REPAIRS, OVEN AND TUMBLE DRYER REPAIRS Contact Paul on (086) 0538977. www.appliance-repairs.ie

USEFUL SERVICES < FURNITURE REMOVALS DELIVERY SERVICE: Household and office furniture removals. Large and small loads to all areas. Phone for free quotation: 086 2649313. Email: homemoversrc@gmail. com < SHANE NAUGHTON ROOFING CONTRACTOR Roofing, slating, tiling, 1st and 2nd fixing and flooring. All aspects of carpentry and building undertaken. Tel: 086 3155329. < HANDYMAN AVAILABLE: All types of outdoor work undertaken – fencing, patios, power washing, hedge trimming, painting (internal & external). Tel 086 0815802 for quote. HEDGES, LAWNS CUT Windows, gutters, chimneys cleaned. Home maintenance, painting, decorating, plumbing etc. Good conscientious workman. Tel: 086 8787961. < MAN AVAILABLE FOR WORK - Plastering, blocklaying, any job considered. No job too small. Over 30 years experience. Call 087 7561101.

WANTED

WANTED Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business

OIL BOILER SERVICE

ONLY €80 Includes new nozzle, Efficiency report, Printout, etc .... 094 96 31880 087 9100477

PLUMBING & HEATING REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE SERVICE

IRISH REPUBLICAN MATERIAL ALSO OLD JEWELLRY

Call Sean on 087 6929113 WASTE MANAGEMENT

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED DRAINS/SEWERS CLEANED PERMIT NO: NW CPO - 09 - 03267 - 03

• GAS/OIL BOILER SERVICING • GAS COOKER INSTALLATION • RGI AND OFTEC REGISTERED

TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815

CONTACT DAVID CLOGHER ON 086 3275919

WINDOW CLEANING

< MAN AVAILABLE FOR flat roofing, roof lights fitted, re-roofing, facia board and gutter repairs, roofing, timber, slating, tiling, stone work, chimney repairs, Insurance claims handled, attic conversions, lights, general building, etc. All types of farm work, repairs to sheds, cattle crushes, yards, concrete, fencing and painting. Contact: 087 9188170.

< WINDOW CLEANING: Competitive rates. All areas covered. Also Gutters/fascias. Contact John: (087) 2291931.

PUBLIC NOTICE FAMILY CIRCLE DATE: 05/09/2015 FIRST PRIZE €60: Tommy Parker, c/o M. Barry SECOND PRIZE €30: Sheila Kelly, c/o K. Hoare THIRD PRIZE €20: Bridget Finneran, c/o K. Collins 10 RESIDUAL PRIZES OF €10 EACH: Paddy Joe Dwyer, c/o K. Hoare; Michaela Kennedy, c/o Marion Rice; Kathleen Gordon; Kirsty Mee, c/o K. Collins; Mary Barry, c/o D. O’Shea; Teresa Croghan, c/o K. Hoare; Elaine Fallon, c/o Supervalu; Eileen Kelly, c/o Breda Healy; James Nolan, c/o John Igoe; John Doorly, c/o R. Walsh. 10 PROMOTORS PRIZES OF €5 EACH: Kathleen Gordon; Marion Rice; Joe Hoare; Kathleen Finan; Kathleen Hoare; Marion Rice; Kathleen Gordon; Mary Hicks; Denis O’Shea; Kathleen Gordon. TOTAL RECEIPTS: €328 TOTAL PRIZES: €260

THANKGIVINGS 5 DAY NOVENA TO ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL PRAYER TO ST. THERESA St. Therese, the Little Flower, please pick me a rose from the Heavenly Garden and send it to me with a message of love. Ask God to grant me the favour, I thee implore (mention petition here, out loud or in silence) and tell him I will love him each day more and more. Amen. 5 Our Fathers, 5 Hail Mary’s, 5 Glory Be’s. This prayer must be published. T.C. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. C.R. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. A.M.K. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. C. McM.

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CHIMNEY REPAIRS

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THANKGIVINGS THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. M.D. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. A.D.

LEGAL NOTICES AN CHUIRT DUICHE THE DISTRICT COURT District Court Area of Roscommon District No. 4 PUBLIC DANCE HALLS ACT, 1935 – SECTION 2 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PUBLIC DANCE LICENCE MH HOSPITALITY LIMITED - Applicant TAKE NOTICE that MH Hospitality Limited having its registered office at Ardsallagh Beg, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon intends to apply to the Judge sitting at Roscommon Annual Licensing District Court on the 15th day of September, 2015 at 10.30 a.m. for a Dance Licence for Public Dancing pursuant to the provisions of the Public Dance Halls Act, 1935 in respect of premises known as “Hannon’s Hotel” situate at Ardsallagh Beg, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon in the Court Area and District aforesaid. Dated this 25th day of August 2015 SIGNED: Patrick J. Neilan & Sons, Solicitors for the Applicant, Golf Links Road, Roscommon TO: The Superintendent, Garda Siochana, Garda Station, Roscommon AND: The Secretary, Roscommon County Council, Courthouse, Roscommon Being the Local Authority for the purposes of the Public Dance Halls Act, 1935 AND: The Chief Fire Officer, Roscommon County Council, Courthouse, Roscommon Being the Fire Authority for the purposes of the Fire Services Act, 1981 AND: The District Court Clerk, District Court Office, Government Buildings, Golf Links Road, Roscommon

Appointments PORTER, FLOOR STAFF AND COOK REQUIRED For busy restaurant in Roscommon Town Please reply with CV to: Box Number 824 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon Town.

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SECRETARY REQUIRED Competent secretary with computer skills required in the Mid-Roscommon region. Please apply in writing to: Box Number 826 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon Town.

IN THE MATTER OF : THE LICENSING ACTS 1833 to 2000 AND IN THE MATTER OF : THE COURTS (SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS) ACT 1961 AND IN THE MATTER OF : SECTION 2(1) of THE LICENSING IRELAND ACT 1902 as amended by SECTION 23 of the INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT 1960 AND IN THE MATTER OF:- Gerald and Marilyn Kennedy APPLICANT(S) TAKE NOTICE that Gerald and Marilyn Kennedy whose place of abode is at Caldragh, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon intend to apply to the Circuit Court sitting at Roscommon within the District aforesaid, on 13th day of October 2015 at 10.30 a.m. in the forenoon or as soon thereafter as this application may be taken in its order in the Court list for a Certificate enabling the Applicants to receive a full Ordinary Seven Day Publican’s on Licence to sell intoxicating Liquor by retail at the premises known as Ann’s Bar Strokestown which said premises are more particularly described in the drawings accompanying this application. Dated this 11th day of September 2015 SIGNED: Phelim O’Neill Solicitors 120 Pembroke Road Dublin 4

PART-TIME ACCOUNTS ADMINISTRATOR REQUIRED FOR SMALL BUSY OFFICE 2 mornings per week with a possibility of leading to more. Accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliation and VAT return are key functions of this role. Sage accounts knowledge advantageous

PLEASE REPLY WITH CV TO: Box Number 827, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.

GREENFIELDS CHILDCARE CENTRE AND MONTESSORI SCHOOL WE HAVE A VACANCY FOR

PART-TIME CHILDCARE ASSISTANT This position will work week on/week off, on a Part Time Basis • FETAC Level 5 essential • Experience in childcare preferred • Garda clearance will be required

Closing date for applications is Thursday 17th September

To apply, please forward your CV to:

Lisa O’Neill, Greenfields Childcare & Montessori Centre, Lisnamult, Roscommon. Lisnamult Residents Association is an equal opportunities employer

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FamilyNotices ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES KEANE Mike Newtown, Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

In loving memory of Mike Keane, who passed away on 21st September 2014 Aged 83 years I spent my life in furrows and fields Working and tilling the land Observing the beauties created By God’s almighty hand And so my life must be no different Just like the crops that I have grown For I am also God’s child and seed That at harvest must come home

Lovingly remembered by his son Will and family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 13th September at 10am in St. Joseph’s Church, Kilteevan.

KING Brian Ballyfeeney, Kilglass, Co. Roscommon. 8th Anniversary 11th September 2007

Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear.

DUFFY (nee Lohan) Pauline Elphin Street, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon (3rd Anniversary)

Treasured memories of Pauline, who passed away on September 12th 2012 A silent thought A quiet prayer For a special person In God’s care.

Sadly missed by her loving family. Anniversary Mass on Friday September 11th at 10.30am in Strokestown Church.

COSTELLO Josie Henry Street, Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother A day that’s filled with sadness Returns to us today To mark the day you left us And gently slipped away. A heart of gold stopped beating God saw you needed rest You will never be forgotten By those who loved you best.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your daughter Joan, son-in-law Seamus, Natasha, Jackie and James Comiskey.

Forever loved and remembered by Gerry, Helena, Ellie-Ann and Katie. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 13th September at 10.30am in Kilglass Church.

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COSTELLO Josephine

22 Henry Street, Roscommon (1st Anniversary) Who died on 13th September 2014

Henry Street, Roscommon (1st Anniversary) Who passed away on 13th September 2014

MOTHER Yes she was the best, And at other times the only, My friend, You left me here And now my heart is lonely. If you could just come back, If only for one day, I’d make sure that I’d listen To all you had to say. And now that it’s too late, You cannot speak anymore I finally realised I should have heard you before. And if I could do it over, I’d only change one thing I’d tell you that I love you, And how much joy to me you bring. No one will ever know Quiet how I feel inside, And on that day you left, You weren’t the only one who died. You have always been there Mam, And you loved me till the end, So with all my heart and soul, I love you too, My Friend.

Forever in my heart, your son Jim xxx Anniversary Mass on Sunday 13th September at 12.15pm in Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ GRAN In my rose Garden of memories I see you standing there An Angel in disguise Who taught me how to care. I long to hear your voice For real, not in my dreams I am missing you so much these days How empty my world seems People say time heals all wounds That someday the pain will subside But Granny I can tell you I think they must have lied. The emptiness I am feeling now Is stong and I am weak These days go by without you So dreary and so bleak In my rose Garden of memories I know you’ll always be For though your’re gone from this mortal world In my heart you will always be.

Sleep tight my beautiful Angel, love Courine, Ted, Jade and Ella xxx

We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again. So Rest in Peace dear loved one, And thanks for all you’ve done, We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won.

Dearly missed by your daughter Teresa and family.

COSTELLO JOSIE Henry Street, Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother, who died on September 13, 2014 A whisper on a September Day You heard a gentle call You took the hand of Jesus and quietly left us all.

Always remembered with love, by your daughter Kathleen, son- in-law Seamus and family.

LYNCH Mary Killeglan, Taughmaconnell, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon Who died on the 11th of September 2005 (10th Anniversary)

Your life was one of kindly deeds A helping hand for others needs. Sincere and true in heart and mind. Beautiful memories left behind.

Always remembered by her loving husband Frank. Anniversary Mass on Friday, 11th September at 7pm in St. Ronan’s Church Taughmaconnell.

FALLON Kieran Clooneenbane, Roscommon (3rd Anniversary)

In loving memory of Kieran, who died 10th September 2012 Quietly today your memory is kept No need for words We will never forget. When thoughts go back as they always do We treasure the memories We have of you

CURLEY Bridget Tobberconnor, Rahara (7th Anniversary) 11th September 2008

Always remembered and loved by Peggy, daughters, sons, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Anniversary Mass in Cloverhill Church on Saturday 12th September at 8pm.

CONBOY Peggy St. Theresa’s Road, Roscommon Who passed away on the 9th September 2014 (1st Anniversary)

No birthday card to send you For there is no address, Only a beautiful garden Where you have gone to rest. A day that’s filled with sadness, Returns to us today To mark the day you closed your eyes and quietly passed away. Nothing can dim the face we loved, Or the memory of your smile, The countless things you did for us, To make our lives worthwhile. Our hearts still ache with sadness, Our secret tears still flow, For what it meant to lose you No one will ever know.

Loved and sadly missed by her son Seamus, daughter Peggy, son-in-law Michael, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Saturday 12th September at 8pm.

FIORENTINI (nee Curley) Bridie Tobberconnor, Rahara and Cheltenham, England (4th Anniversary) 24th September 2011

Deep are the memories and there they will stay No passing of time can take them away. You are in our hearts and there both of you shall stay.

Loved and remembered by daughters Mary, Ann, Veronica and sons-in-law.

Loved and remembered always by your daughter Francesca, sisters Mary, Ann Veronica and brothers-inlaw. Also remembering at this time our dear father Jimmy, dear brother Michael and dear sister Catherine. R.I.P Mass at the Church of Mary Immaculate, Rahara on Sunday 13th September at 10am.

SHERLOCK Margaret and Pat In loving memory of Margaret Sherlock, The Walk, Roscommon who died in December 1979 and Pat Sherlock, The Walk, Roscommon who died on 1st September 1987

Lovingly remembered by Patrick Sherlock, Mary Sherlock, Martin Sherlock, Patricia Sherlock and Philomena Sherlock, The Walk, Roscommon. Anniversary Mass on Thursday 10th September at 10.30am in Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon.

Family Notices • Anniversary Remembrance • Acknowledgements • Birthday Remembrance Call into our office on Abbey Street, Roscommon Phone: (090) 66 34633 Email: advertising@roscommonpeople.ie Our deadline for receipt of family notices is 2.30pm on Tuesday.

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FamilyNotices/Classifieds/ ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES MORAN Phonsie

DELANEY Liam

Ballyleague, Lanesboro Who died on September 10th 2014

(5th Anniversary)

Phonsie’s wife Peggy, sons Noel and Sean, daughter-in-law Olivia, grandchildren Cian, Gavin and Bryan and extended family, wish to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all who sympathised with us during our sad bereavement. Our sincere thanks to all who called to our house, attended the Funeral Mass and Burial, those who telephoned, sent Mass Cards and letters of sympathy. We thank all our family, neighbours and friends, who brought food, served refreshments and helped in so many ways. A special thanks to Dr. Deirdre Jones, Roscommon Hospital, the Galway Clinic and University Hospitals and Palliative Care, who helped care for Phonsie. We would like to express our sincere thanks to Fr. O’Reilly, who celebrated the Funeral Mass and to Fr. McManus, Fr. O’Connor, Fr. McGonigal, Fr. O’Dowd, Fr. Brady, Fr. Shine, Fr. Kenny, Fr. Breslin, Fr. Glynn and the Sisters of Mercy for their thoughts and prayers. Thanks to Theresa and Sean, for the lovely music during the Mass. Thank you to Smyth’s Funeral Undertakers, the gravediggers who prepared Phonsie’s final resting place and to those who directed traffic. Thank you to his work colleagues from the ESB who formed a Guard of Honour and to the Percy French Hotel for the lovely meal. Finally, as it would not be feasible to thank everybody individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for the intentions of you all. Phonsie’s 1st Anniversary Mass on Saturday 12th September at 7pm in St. Mary’s Church, Ballyleague.

In loving memory of Liam Delaney, Creemully, Castlecoote, Roscommon, who died on 11th September 2010 Oh please don’t feel guilty It was just my time to go I see you are still feeling sad and the tears just seem to flow. We all come to earth for our lifetime And for some it’s not many years I don’t want you to keep crying You are shedding so many tears. I haven’t really left you Even though it may seem so I have just gone to my Heavenly Home and I’m closer to you than you know. Just believe that when you say my name I’m standing next to you I know you long to see me But there’s nothing I can do. But I’ll still send you messages and hope you understand That when your time comes to crossover I’ll be there to take your hand.

Forever in our hearts, your loving wife Bernie, Seamus, Corrina, Audrey and David and family. Anniversary Mass in Fuerty Church on Sunday 13th September at 11.30am.

LEONARD Patrick

LEGAL NOTICES AN CHUIRT DUICHE THE DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT COURT AREA OF CASTLEREA DISTRICT NO.: 4 IN THE MATTER OF: THE LICENSING ACTS 1833 TO 2000 AND IN THE MATTER OF THE LICENSING ACT (IRELAND) 1874, AS AMENDED BY SUBSTITUTION IN THE FIRST SCHEDULE TO THE COURTS (NO. 2) ACT 1986 AND IN THE MATTER OF: The LICENSING (IRELAND) ACT 1833, SECTION 6 AND IN THE MATTER OF: The DISTRICT COURT RULES 1997, ORDER 79 AND IN THE MATTER OF: NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER OF ON-LICENCE MARY FLANAGAN – Applicant: TAKE NOTICE that the above named Applicant of Gallows Hill, Castlebar, in the County of Mayo, will apply to the Annual Licensing District Court at Castlerea on the 25th day of September 2015 at 11.30a.m. in the forenoon or so soon thereafter as this application may be taken in its order in the Court list for a Certificate by way of transfer entitling the Applicant to receive a Seven Day Publican’s On-Licence in respect of the premises known as “Sissy McGintys” and situate at Main Street, Castlerea in the Court Area and District aforesaid. Dated this the 9th day of September 2015 SIGNED: Padraig Kelly, Solicitor for the Applicant, STROKESTOWN, County Roscommon. TO: The Superintendent, An Garda Síochana, Castlerea Co. Roscommon AND: The Chief Fire Officer, Roscommon County Council, Courthouse, Roscommon AND: The Superintendent, An Garda Síochana, The Mall Castlebar Co. Mayo AND: The Courts Service, The District Court Clerk, Government Buildings, Golf Links Road Roscommon.

Bracklin, Donamon, Co. Roscommon

PLANNING EXTRA

We remember today with love and affection our dear father Paddy, whose 32nd Anniversary occurs on 11th September Dad, we often sit and think of you, And wonder where the years have gone. So much in life has changed since you left us, But Dad our love and memories of you will never change.

Always remembered by your family. We also remember his parents, Patrick and Marie and his granddaughter Michelle.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, the Board of Management of Curraghboy National School intend to apply for Permission for the construction of a single storey classroom extension to the rear (north) elevation of the existing school with the provision of additional car parking along with connections to services and all other associated site works at: Curraghboy Td, Curraghboy, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Collins Boyd Engineering Ltd., Engineers & Architects, Galway Road, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon Ph (090) 66 34421. Fax: (090) 66 34423. Email: info@collinsboydeng.com The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

SportsPeople Golf

The Roscommon team that will compete in the All-Ireland Semi-Final of the Mary McKenna Trophy Competition in Woodenbridge Golf Club, Co. Wicklow on Saturday.

Athlone Golf Club A table quiz will be held in Athlone clubhouse on Thursday 10th of September at 8 pm to raise funds for the Senior Cup team who have made it to the All-Ireland Finals. Cost is €10 per person.

Boyle Golf Club Last Sunday’s King Cup was won by Sean Heslin with a great score of 45 points. Thursday’s Men’s Competition was won by Vincent Egan (22 points). Friday’s Scramble was won by Brendan Gaffney, Joyce Boles, David Boles & Susan O’Mahoney. Competitions this week are the Men’s Competition on Thursday and next Saturday/Sunday there is a 9-hole re-entry. The Foreclub Alliance is on next Friday, Saturday & Sunday in Ballaghaderreen. Please support. The weekly 9-hole re-commences on Monday, September 21st (can be played Monday-Saturday). A new Mixed Foursomes competition for the Boyle Motor Works Cup takes places on Saturday/Sunday September 19th/20th. The club outing to Portumna takes place on Saturday October 3rd. Details on noticeboard.

Carrick-onShannon Golf Club LIDL GARVEY AND LYNCH CUPS: First round should now be completed and entered on the scoreboard in the LLR. The final date for the second round is the end of next week – September 19th. NINE AND DINE: To round off our summer Lady Beginners Golf Programme we’ve a fun 9-hole Scram-

ble followed by a lovely meal in the Bunker Bar on Saturday 26th September. WINTER ALLIANCE: We are coming to the end of our fixtures list, however there’s still lots of golf ahead with the Winter Alliance and of course our Christmas Hamper. Dates for Winter Alliance will be on the website this week and in Roscommon People.

Castlerea Golf Club The Club was deeply disappointed as our quest for All-Ireland glory came to an end when our Mixed Foursomes team were defeated by Dooks in the Semi-Final on Thursday. We acknowledge the great effort and commitment by all involved. A special word of thanks to all who have supported our team on their journey. Thanks also to the many sponsors. Our draw will take place on next Friday 11th September. Congratulations to Dooks Golf Club who defeated Malahide Golf Club in the final on Friday. Unfortunately our Connacht Shield Team also finished their campaign on Monday August 31st when beaten by Tuam in the Zone Final. Round 1 of Maureen Claffey’s President’s Prize was played on Sunday in pleasant weather conditions. The leading scores are Derek Tully, Tony Reilly and Paraic Newman with 62 net, closely followed by Dara Bruen, Liam O’Connell and Eoghan Cahill with 63 net. The ladies will have played their first round on Tuesday. The New Members Competition is on Friday 11th at 6.45 pm. The competition will conclude next Saturday and Sunday. The presentation will take place on Sunday night, 13th of September.

Roscommon Golf Club The winner of the Centenary Cup Competition, sponsored by the Neilan family, was Francis Noone with 69 nett. Noel Sharkey was in second place with 71. Mario Costello won the gross prize with 73 gross. Darren Burgoyne was in third place with 71 and James McNally won the junior prize with 70. Ailbhe Farrell won the ladies’ competition, also sponsored by the Neilan family, with 72 nett and Joan Hannon was in second place with 73. Matt Farrell from Longford won the Open Friday competition with 31 points. Gerry Keegan won the Open Over 55’s Competition with a fantastic score of 47 points. Joe Rock from Moate was in second place with 31 points. Jackie Maxwell won the ladies’ Over 55’s 9-hole competition with 21 points. Orla Quinn was the winner of the ladies’ White Elephant Competition on Tuesday with 35 points. Bernie Browne was in second place with 33 points and Paula Quinn was in third place with 32 points. The winning team in the Roscommon Gaels Classic was Pat Gannon, Stephen Bohan, Michael Keville and Tom Gallagher from Carrick-on-Shannon with 95 points. President Cathal McConn’s Competition is progressing well and the numbers left standing is diminishing rapidly. Final on 26th September. Good luck to the ladies’ team competing in the AllIreland Semi-Final of the Mary McKenna Trophy Competition in Woodenbridge Golf Club, Co. Wicklow on Saturday.

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Horses for

courses by Tom Red

This weekend’s action:

Kilbeggan Review

Today’s racing takes place on the beach at Laytown in Co Meath starting at 4.10pm with tomorrow’s action is on the level at Down Royal also at 4.00pm. This is Irish Champions weekend at Leopardstown, the Champion Stakes, on Saturday 13th and final classic if the season at the Curragh, the St Leger, on Sunday 14th. There are in total 5 Group 1 races down for decision, 2 at Leopardstown starting at 3.30pm and 3 at headquarters first away at 2.00pm. The 2 Group 1 races on Saturday at the Foxrock venue are the 1m 2f Champion Stakes and the Fastnet Rock Matron Stakes over 1m. There are 3 other Group races on Saturday. On Sunday the 3 Group 1 races are the Moyglare Stud Stakes, National Stakes for 2-Y-O’s, both over 7f and the last classic of the season the St Leger over 1m 6f. On Saturday the oldest horse racing classic, the English St Leger, takes place at Doncaster, making it 6 Group 1 races down for decision over the weekend. Sunday is also the start of the last of the major racing festival for 2014 at Listowel which runs for 7 days. Racing on Sunday starts at 2.20pm and continues on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday which features the Kerry National. Saturday’s Champion Stakes has 9 horses confirmed including Gleneagles and Golden Horn. Also included are last year’s winner The Grey Gatsby and Weld’s Royal Ascot winner Free Eagle. Ballydoyle also has Highland Reel and the filly Found in the mix. The two Irish fillies Legatissimo and Pleascach along with the French colt Cirrus Des Aigles complete the high class field. Both Gleneagles and Golden Horn carry entries for Longchamp on Sunday in different races. Coach Bombay showed his liking for the all weather by continuing local trainer Adrian Joyce’s good run at Dundalk on Sunday winning under Fran Berry by ½l from Artistic Integrity.

Ben Dalton, Irish Grand National winning jockey, was the bookmakers darling at Kilbeggan last Friday completing a to 2277/1 double aboard Star Power at 33/1 in the feature Martinstown Opportunity Hurdle and the 3lb claimer followed up on By The Banks at double those odds in the beginners chase. Racing opened with another opportunity hurdle in which Comehere Hi gave Thomas Doran a winning ride for James Nash. In the 2m handicap PJ Rothwell’s Eric The Third won at the 9th attempt under Andrew Ring. The 2m 6f handicap hurdle was won by the favourite, Denis Hogan’s Boherna Lady giving young jockey Kevin Darcy his first racecourse winner. Paul Nolan brought Illtakeitfromhere up from Wexford and another claimer Donagh Meyler scored on him in the handicap chase. Racing ended with Moylisha Tim winning the bumper at 12/1 for Wexford trainer Ritchie Rath and jockey JJ Slevin from the well backed Tara’s Call. Drawing down the curtains on Kilbeggan for 2015 punters came off worst in the exchanges with only one favourite obliging. However it was a great day for claiming riders as they won all 7 races. Not all riders escaped unscathed as rising star Jack Kennedy suffered a multiple fracture of a toe in a fall off Sam King, David Splaine broke a leg when Cliff Lane tipped up and Ricky Doyle lost a number of teeth in a spill off Much Wants More. Dermot Weld may have had a disappointing tally at the Summer Festival but he made up for it on Monday’s flat card at Ballybrit training 4 of the 7 winners. Pat Smullen rode Ebediyin, Simmanka and Alveena to complete a treble for the Aga Khan but had to give way on the same owner’s Almela by a head as local jockey Leigh Roche won on Weld’s Zhukova. On Tuesday the layers had no respite with 6 out of 7 favourites coming home and the local Steve Mahon trained and well backed Diva Dawn, 9/1 to 4/1, winning the other race.

SICK AS A PARROT/OVER THE MOON

Goals galore There were goals galore in Division Two, with MD Town beating Roscommon Town 8-0. It was a learning experience for Roscommon who are new to the league this year. There’s no doubt they will settle into the league and there will be better days ahead. Conor McLoughlin and James Moloney both claimed a brace for a rampant MD Town. A hat-trick by Ethan Keogh – all goals coming in the second half – inspired Skyvalley to an impressive 4-0 win over St. Johns. Cloonfad defeated CP Ajax 3-2 after being 3-0 ahead. More goals aplenty in Moore where Lough Harps were in tune as they defeated the home side 3-2. Michael Golden scored the golden goal, the winner, his second of the game. In the remaining game Loughglynn had a home win against Rahara Rovers, 2-1.

Racing on the beach at Laytown, on today.

Another locally trained horse, Val O’Brien’s Abarta, obliged at 5/1 favourite.

General News Yesterday at Doncaster 16 former jockeys, including the legendary AP McCoy and Johnny Murtagh, took part in the Clipper Logistics Leger Legends Classified Stakes. After a week of good humoured banter between both champions McCoy came out on top aboard a well backed favourite Gannicus trained by Brendan Powell with Murtagh finishing well down the field English trainer Clive Brittain, 81, announced that he will retire at the end of this season. Based in Newmarket he won 4 of the 5 English Classics missing out on the Epsom Derby. Brittain won his first Classic, the St Leger, with Julio Mariner in the 1978. User Friendly completed the English-Irish Oaks double in 1992. His final Classic win was at Newmarket when Seyyedati won the 1993 1000 Guineas. He also won the 1985 Breeders’ Cup Turf with Pebbles and in 1986 sent out Jupiter Island to win the Japan Cup, high-

ROSCOMMON & DISTRICT LEAGUE NEWS

Hannon the hero for St Johns Dysart, 4-3 winners in their opening game of the Premier Division season, were brought down to earth last weekend as newly-promoted St Johns Athletic held them to a 2-2 draw at Dysart. Michael Hannon was the St Johns hero with the equaliser in the last quarter. It

This is the last competition for readers to win tickets this year for Lenebane’s final meeting of the year on the 28th and to win please let us know where in Ireland does official horse racing take place on the beach? Answers please on a post card to The Roscommon People, Abbey Street Roscommon or by e-mail to redtom17@gmail.com by 2.00pm on Wednesday, the 23rd September, for Roscommon. Don’t forget to include your name, address and a contact phone number.

This week’s Awards… MD Town’s 8-0 win over new boys Roscommon Town in the Killeen’s Sports Grounds Division 2 was certainly an eye-catching result.

GAME OF WEEKEND We could have said St Johns and Dysart in the Premier Division (a 2-2 thriller) but we’ve a soft spot for comeback kings so the plaudits go to Brazukus, who came from 2-0 down to beat Glen Celtic 3-2, away from home (in Division One).

was a confidence-boosting result for St Johns following their opening-day baptism of fire, a 4-0 defeat. Cloonfad recovered from losing to Skyvalley by hammering Ballymoe 5-1, while Moore and Castlerea remain unbeaten after their clash ended 1-1.

Shiven beat Ballaghaderreen 2-0 at Newbridge, Walsh and Harkin on target. In the remaining game, Ballinasloe were 3-1 winners over Ahascragh.

Competition Time

WIN OF WEEKEND

PLAYERS WHO CAUGHT THE EYE

Brazilian beat Division One: In last weekend’s action Brazukas showed their intent by following up a draw in their opening game of the season with a 3-2 win at Glenamaddy. The all-Brazilian side came back from being 2-0 down.

lights of a long and successful career John “Shark” Hanlon’s Most Honourable gave Andrew McNamara a winning departure from the saddle has now given Rachael Blackmore her first as a professional winning the 2m Handicap Hurdle at Clonmel last Thursday. Rachel has held her licence since March got the horse up close home by a short head from Rock On Bach. Entries for the Kerry National published this week show Michael Winters’ versatile servant Rebel Fitz heading the 42 entries with 11-10 for the Wednesday showpiece.

James Coyne…scored Dysart’s opener in their 2-2 draw with St Johns Athletic. Picture: Andrew Fox

A number of players claimed two goals apiece and several more played well without necessarily scoring, but the award goes to regular first-teamer Ethan Keogh who scored a quick-fire hat-trick for Skyvalley Rovers to break the untilthen gallant resistance of St Johns in their Division Two encounter.

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SPORTS SPOTLIGHT Soccer

New Astro-Turf League competition After the success of the first 5-a-side astro-turf competition run by the Roscommon sports park committee in Roscommon (at Lisnamult) last autumn, the organisers are now

seeking entries for the new competition, which starts first week in October. The competition, which was kindly sponsored by Norio’s restaurant and Tommy Kelly Electrical,

featured 20 teams battling it out over 12 weeks. Tommy Kelly’s and JJ Harlow’s were the overall winners in the respective groups. Entry fee is €100 per team of seven, and €35 per night

after that. Dressing rooms and hot showers are always available on the site. Call John on 086-8538519 for more information or to make a booking. Note: We are looking for

people to volunteer as referees for the duration of the competition, so if you have to a few spare hours each week over the winter months we would be glad of the help.

Lough Ree Fish Hatchery Competition The annual fundraiser for the Lough Ree Fish Hatchery Competition will be held on Sunday next 13th of September on Lough Ree. This trout competition is for the Halligan Cup and €650 in prize-money, Hannon’s Sand & Gravel being the main sponsor. It is a catch and release competition and is confined to clubs and its members affiliated to the Hatchery. There is also a prize for the best junior angler (U-18). Clubs are requested to provide a captain for the event. Rules available on morning of competition. Further details from 087-2735067.

Cheque mate! Martin after his win.

Darts

Martin on the mark Round Robins continued in The Hollywood Bar, Roscommon town last Friday, concluding in an exciting final. On one side was Hollywood player Martin Fleming who had taken a 2-1 win over James Sharkey in the quarterfinals and a 3-1 win over Pat Egan in the semi-finals. Fleming’s opponent in the final would be Charlie’s player John Paul Feeney who had taken a 2-1 win over Gary Concannon in the quarter-finals before following it up with a 3-0 win over Ken Turkington in the semi-finals. There were some great darts across both the group and knock-out stages, with some clinical finishing throughout, including a 109 checkout for Jason Hoare and a 110 checkout for Gary Gunning. The main event however was the final and it was Fleming who won 4-3 after some high quality darts. Many thanks to all players who took part in the event; it is greatly appreciated. Also special thanks to The Hollywood Bar for use of their premises and continued support for competitions.

Cycling

Pool

Calling all cyclists

Return of the Roscommon Pool League After the long ‘summer’ break, the Roscommon Pool League is back. The AGM was held in Eddie’s in Ballymoe and a new committee was formed. There are two divisions in the pool league, a Cup and a Shield. There will be a minimum of 8 teams in the Cup and 10 in the Shield. All teams are graded and put into the division that suits the strength of the team to make both leagues fair and competitive. Each team can name a panel of up to 15 players. The Cup teams need a minimum of 7 players on the night and the Shield teams need a minimum of 6 players on the night. Games are on every Friday night with each team playing a home and away game against all teams in their league. All new teams welcome. Closing date for new teams is 18th of September, with the first games starting on the 2nd of October. As well as more business for pubs, it is very enjoyable and good fun on a Friday night with good prizemoney for winners and runners-up of both leagues. New teams interested in entering/any queries, please contact David on 087-4136355 or Darren on 0879332818.

Pictured supporting Roscommon’s minor hurlers in the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick on Saturday last were Joe and Anne Connaughton. Picture: Andrew Fox

Nominations sought as minor boss Gacquin steps down Jimmy Gacquin recently informed the Roscommon Minor Football Committee that he would not be seeking reappointment as the manager of the county Minor football team for 2016. The committee sincerely thanks Jimmie

and his backroom team for their hard work and dedication over the past year and wishes them well for the future. Nominations for the position are now being accepted from clubs and a further announcement will be made in due course.

On Sunday next, the 13th of September, Donamon Dynamos/Budget Car Rental Cycling Club will hold their annual leisure tour. The 2015 version will be the 14th year of this event which grows in popularity each year. Almost 100 cyclists of all abilities signed on last year for the 2014 tour. This year’s tour will have three distances for participants to choose from – 115km, 70km and 45km and so should have something to suit all cyclists. Sign-on is at Cuisle, Donamon Castle from 9 am to 9.45 am and the cycle starts at 10 am. All three routes will take riders from Donamon to Glenamaddy via Castlecoote and Creggs from where those choosing the shorter route will return to Donamon. From Glenamaddy, those doing the longer cycles will proceed to Kilkerrin. Here the groups will go their separate ways, following a short break for refreshments. Sign-on costs €20 for the 115km route and €15 for the 70 & 45km routes; €10 for U-18s. Refreshments will be provided on route and a meal will be provided after the cycle back at Cuisle, Donamon Castle where showers will also be available. For further information contact John Concar on 0876396667.

Angling

Fishing fun on Lake O’Flynn Ballinlough & District Anglers fished for the Campbell Cup on Lake O’Flynn on Sunday July 12th. The Campbell Cup was first presented to the local community by the late Catherine and Padraig Campbell nearly forty years ago and has been fished on Lake O’Flynn every year since. Weather and lake conditions were superb on the day and an excellent day’s

sport was enjoyed by all on this premier fishery. Chairman, John Ryan, welcomed the competitors and supporters at the prizegiving in the Lake O’Flynn Lounge. He said that he was proud to be chairman of such a sporting group of angling enthusiasts. He congratulated the winners and all who took part in the competition. First prize, the Campbell

Cup, was presented to Patrick Conneely by Club president and sponsor of the competition, Padraig Campbell. Second prize went to seasoned angler, John Connolly. Mr. Ryan thanked the organisers, Gerry Markham, PJ Conneely and Martin O’Gara. Mr. Ryan complimented Maureen O’Gara for providing very welcome refreshments.

Padraig Campbell presenting the Campbell Cup to Patrick Conneely.

Lanesboro/ Ballyleague Badminton AGM Lanesboro/Ballyleague Badminton Club are holding their AGM on Thursday the 17th of September in St. Mary’s Hall, Lanesboro at 9 pm. All members are requested to attend. New members are welcome, as always.

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Fuerty earn semi-ﬁnal date with Oran < SEAMUS DUKE

Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon IFC Quarter-Final Fuerty 1-12 Kilbride 1-10 The two-point margin would suggest that this was a close encounter at Knockcroghery last Sunday morning, but nothing could be further from the truth as Kilbride scored 1-3 in injury-time to put some respectability on the scoreboard. This was a game that Fuerty dominated and they thoroughly deserved their win. Now they will face Oran in what will be a really competitive semi-final. In fact Kilbride did not score a point from play until the 42nd minute and it was only in injury-time that they put up any sort of a meaningful challenge. In the meantime Fuerty were on top for almost the entire game and with Niall Keenan, Thomas Bannon, Niall Kilroy and Gearoid Ennis in top form, they built up a match-winning lead as the game went on. Fuerty led by 0-4 to 0-1 after 16 minutes with Gearoid Ennis and Niall Kilroy scoring two points each and by half-time Fuerty led by 1-7 to 0-3, the goal coming in the first minute of injury-time, a great run and low shot from Niall Keenan. Kilbride were totally out of sorts and could only manage three first-half frees from Henry Walsh (2) and Conor Devaney. The pattern continued in the second half and while Kilbride did improve a bit, Fuerty could always keep them at arm’s length and with seven minutes to go Fuerty were coasting to victory, leading 1-11 to 0-7. Then Fuerty switched Conor Devaney out the field and put Seamie O’Neill full-forward and they started to play much better. Seamie O’Neill had to retire ten minutes from time with a back injury. Fergal Tully and Tom O’Grady (2) knocked over three points. Then Fuerty lifted the siege with a fine fisted point from Gearoid Ennis in the 33rd minute. A minute later came one of the finest goals that you will see on any field in 2015. Conor Devaney went on a 50-metre solo run before lashing the ball into the roof of the Fuerty net from 25 metres. It was a fantastic goal but it was too little too late – and Fuerty thoroughly deserved their win. Indeed there was time for even more drama as veteran Fuerty midfielder Fran Hanlon was shown a straight red card in the 34th minute by referee Kevin Naughton for an off-the-ball incident, and he will now miss the semi-final. However on the basis of this display Fuerty will have a great chance of making the final and their semi-final joust with Oran should be a really competitive local derby. Fuerty: Dylan Keaveney; Sean Melia, Adam Whyte, Thomas Bannon; John Brennan, Peter Kellehan, Philip Neilan (0-1); Fran Hanlon, Eoin Whyte; Aengus Lyons, Eamon Bannon, Darragh Mullan; Niall Keenan (1-1), Gearoid Ennis (0-6, 5 frees), Niall Kilroy (0-4, 2 frees). Subs: Steven Kilcommins for Neilan (48, black card), Darragh Heavey for Mullen (58). Kilbride: Jonathan Farrell; Paul O’Grady, Declan McDermott, Paul Foxe; Niall Tully, Stuart Feely, Richard Kelly; Seamus O’Neill, Colm O’Neill; Henry Walsh (0-4, all frees), Fergal Tully (0-1), David O’Rourke; Conor Devanney (1-2, 1 free), Tom O’Grady (0-3, 1 free), John Donnelly. Subs: Conor Shanagher for O’Rourke (h-t), Brian Merriman for S O’Neill (52), David Battles for Kelly (56). Referee: Kevin Naughton. Man of the Match: Niall Keenan (Fuerty) Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon IFC Quarter Final Michael Glavey’s 2-10 St Dominic’s 0-15 Michael Glavey’s magnificent run in this year’s Intermediate Championship continued at O’Rourke Park last Saturday night and now they take on Tulsk in the last four of the competition having edged out St Dominic’s after what was a thrilling contest. Two first-half goals from Stephen Comer laid the foundations for this win but Dominic’s staged a stirring second-half rally that just came up short in the end. Glavey’s first goal came in the 12th minute and was a well-worked score, with Stephen Comer supplying a brilliant finish. Dominic’s were struggling to stay in touch and with Andrew Glennon once again in top form Glavey’s were pulling away. Then with four minute to go to half-time Glavey’s struck again when Comer scored at the second attempt following a good save from Mark Miley. However in fairness to St Dominic’s, and with Michael Finneran playing well at midfield, they did score three unanswered points before half-time. Glavey’s led by three points by the 47th minute. But St Dominic’s staged a late rally. Darren Donnelly and Conor Fallon pointed frees to cut the margin to the minimum. Then Stephen Comer scored a vital point before Conor Fallon once again cut the margin to one, in the 58th minute. There was a frantic end to the game but Glavey’s survived the Dominic’s onslaught and now they face Tulsk on Sunday in the semi-final. Michael Glavey’s: R Mannion; D Freyne, D O’Malley, P Morris; J

Fuerty’s Adam Whyte gathers possession ahead of Tom O’Grady, Kilbride in the IFC Quarter Final which was played last Sunday morning in Knockcroghery. Picture: Andrew Fox

Brennan, D O’Malley, N Morris; C Hussey, C Fitzmaurice; S Fagan, G Patterson (0-1), Seamus Burke; Sean Burke, A Glennon (0-6), S Comer (2-3). Subs: C Costello for Morris, C Ruane for Patterson. St Dominic’s: M Miley; D Corcoran, P Joyce, A Grady; M O’Grady, R Byrne, T Gately; M Finneran (0-3), S Farrell (0-1); R Morris, C Fallon (0-3), K Dockery; D Donnelly (0-5), E McCormack (0-1), U Kelly (02). Subs: P Dolan for Joyce, M Byrne for Grady, P Fallon for Farrell, B O’Meara for Morris, A Naughton for R Byrne, D Donnelly for Darren Donnelly. Referee: Brendan Beirne. Man of the Match: Andrew Glennon (Michael Glavey’s) Hodson Bay Hotel Intermediate Football Championship Relegation Play-Off St Barry’s 1-11 St Ronan’s 1-8 St Barry’s survived the relegation dog-fight at Tarmonbarry to send St Ronan’s through the trap door and into the junior ranks following what was a bad-tempered affair. Ronan’s were the better side early on and a Mark Healy goal gave them the early initiative, but good play from Finbar McGowan and David Keenan saw Barry’s close the gap to one. Then a hotly-disputed free before half-time led to a controversial Barry’s goal from Shane Doherty, and by half-time they led by a point, 1-5 to 1-4. Barry’s kicked three points without reply on the resumption but then they lost Martin Guilford to a red card and suddenly Ronan’s closed to within a point when Alan Benson scored two frees. Finbar McGowan pointed a Barry’s free and then corner-back Barry Brennan pointed from play to give them breathing space. Ronan’s laid siege on the Barry’s goal in the final minutes but they couldn’t get the equalising goal they needed – and Barry’s had survived. St Barry’s: D Wallace; B Brennan (0-1), M Regan, J McNally; R Rogers, T Murtagh, R Farrell; D Keenan, J Murtagh (0-2); R McGowan (0-1), F McGowan (0-4), E Conroy; R Mitchell, S Doherty (1-0), M Guilford (0-1). Subs: A McGowan for Regan, D Walsh (0-1) for T Murtagh, D Cox (0-1) for Farrell, T Murtagh for Conroy, E Conroy for A McGowan. St Ronan’s: D McTiernan; M Daly, E Flynn, M Gaffney; M McNama,

F Guihan, F Travers; J Glynn, D Leydon; J Noone, S McNama, A Benson (0-5); T Guihan, R Healy, M Healy (1-1). Subs: G O’Daly (0-2) for Leydon, D Duggan for T Guihan, D Leydon for J Noone. Referee: Paul Fahy. Man of the Match: Finbar McGowan (St Barry’s)

GAA results Hodson Bay Hotel Group Intermediate FC Quarter-Finals Michael Glavey’s 2-10 St Dominic’s 0-15 Fuerty 1-12 Kilbride 1-10 Hodson Bay Hotel Group Intermediate FC Relegation Play-off St. Barry’s 1-11 St. Ronan’s 1-8 Hodson Bay Hotel Group Junior B Football Championship Kilmore B W/O v Fuerty B King & Moffatt Group Adult Football League Division 1 St Brigid’s 3-9 Tulsk Lord Edward’s 2-10 Roscommon Gaels 1-18 Clann na nGael 0-17 Pádraig Pearses 2-16 Elphin 0-6 Western Gaels 1-16 Strokestown 2-10 Boyle 4-15 St. Faithleach’s 0-11

GAA ﬁxtures Friday September 11th Hodson Bay Hotel Group Intermediate FC Semi-Final At Kilbride: Oran v Fuerty. 8.30 pm Saturday 12th September Hodson Bay Hotel Group Junior A FC Quarter-Final At Oran: Creggs v St. Dominic’s B. 6 pm Hodson Bay Hotel Group Junior B FC At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s B v Kilmore B. 6 pm Sunday 13th September Hodson Bay Hotel Group Junior A FC Quarter-Final At Strokestown: Kilglass Gaels v St. Brigid’s B. 1 pm Hodson Bay Hotel Group Intermediate FC Semi-Final At Strokestown: Tulsk Lord Edward’s v Michael Glavey’s. 2.30 pm Hodson Bay Hotel Group SFC Quarter-Finals At Dr. Hyde Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Clann na nGael. 2.30 pm

At Dr. Hyde Park: Boyle v Padraig Pearses. 4 pm

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Clann and Pearses can make last four < SEAMUS DUKE

Castlerea St Kevin’s v Clann na nGael on Sunday at Dr Hyde Park at 2.30 pm The winners of this very competitive looking quarterfinal will face St Brigid’s in the semi-final. Castlerea St Kevin’s have made steady progress this year in Group B, however they were surprised by Elphin in their second last game and then had to rely on a late point from Fintan Kelly to save their blushes in a draw against Kilmore. Castlerea had been impressive up to those last two games but their lapse against Elphin and poor form against Kilmore will be a worry for manager Nigel Dineen. On the other side of the coin Clann na nGael have been mediocre in their five championship games to date, just winning one. However in their last game, against Roscommon Gaels, they showed enough to suggest that they have a fighting chance of getting to the last four. Cathal Shine is back and playing well and with Donie Shine, Johnny Dunning, Shane Pettit, Jack Connaughton and Ultan Harney all doing the business, Clann look strong. Castlerea will be looking to their talisman Ger Heneghan but they will have to get big displays from Fintan Kelly, Enda Kenny and Neil Collins, and I have doubts about the decision to play the latter in the full-forward line. He might be badly needed in defence. Having seen both clubs a number of times this year I am predicting a close-run thing. However Clann look slightly the better bet and I am predicting that they will shade this one by a point or two. Team Managers – Clann na nGael: Paul Curran; Castlerea St Kevin’s: Nigel Dineen. Key Player – Clann na nGael: Cathal Shine; Castlerea St Kevin’s: Ger Heneghan. People Sport Prediction: Clann na nGael.

Padraig Pearses v Boyle on Sunday in Dr Hyde Park at 4 pm This promises to be a very interesting game. Pearses have not set the world on fire so far while Boyle have thundered into the championship over the past few weeks. Pearses, with several very talented players on board, were competent at best against Clann na nGael, Western Gaels and St Faithleach’s, but they were well beaten by both St Brigid’s and Roscommon Gaels. With players like Davy Murray, Conor, Ronan and Niall Daly, Niall Carty, Seanie Fahy and Enda

Seamus O’Neill, Kilbride breaks through the challenge of Seán Melia, Fuerty. Picture: Andrew Fox

Barrett in their side, manager Shane Curran will be hoping that they can finally put together a big display – which they will need to have a chance of overcoming Boyle. Boyle have come good in recent weeks. They have been without Donie Smith but Enda Smith, Seanie Purcell, Roch Hanmore, Evan McGrath, Tadhg Lowe and Dylan East have all been playing really well and Boyle look especially good up front. The conventional wisdom is that Boyle will win but Pearses have far too many good players to bow out meekly and I think that there is a big game in them. Donie Smith is a massive loss for Boyle and I have a feeling that Pearses might sneak it in a tight-run game. Team Managers – Boyle: Mick Jordan; Padraig Pearses: Shane Curran. Key Players – Boyle: Enda Smith; Padraig Pearses: Conor Daly. People Sport Prediction: Padraig Pearses. Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon IFC Semi-Final previews Tulsk v Michael Glavey’s on Sunday in Strokestown at 2.30 pm Tulsk are the hot favourites to win the IFC this year and deservedly so too. They have played very well in the championship thus far and are in the semi-final without too much fuss. Glavey’s have been a breath of fresh air in the IFC this year and have stormed in the semifinals with some great displays and on Sunday they will have nothing to lose. Tulsk have had super performers this year in Padraig Scott, Michael Dufficy, Tadhg

O’Rourke and Kieran Donoghue and they have looked a solid outfit. But they will take this Glavey’s side for granted at their peril. Stephen Comer, Gary Patterson, Caoileann Fitzmaurice, Shane O’Malley, Darren O’Malley and the prolific Andrew Glennon have been on fire in recent weeks and they will come into this match full of confidence. However Tulsk look very strong throughout the field and they should win it after a bumpy ride. It could be a cracking game though. People Sport Prediction: Tulsk. Oran v Fuerty on Friday at Kibride at 8.30 pm This local derby will be intensely fought and it is a very hard game to call. Fuerty were very easy winners against Kilbride and that despite the two-point margin in the end. Oran are making steady progress and are now a strong intermediate side. However they have suffered a few injuries in recent weeks which might affect them. The likes of Matthew Whyte, Thomas Fetherston, Cathal Kenny, Mikey Gunning and Joe Cassidy are all experienced and very competent performers. However Fuerty look very strong up front where Niall Kilroy and Gearoid Ennis are playing well and scoring heavily. Niall Keenan had a great game for Fuerty against Kilbride and with the Bannons and Peter Kellehan also on board they have an impressive side. I am very tempted to go for the draw here but I will give Fuerty a hesitant vote to scrape through what will be a very close battle. People Sport Prediction: Fuerty.

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Ability alone not enough when you get to Croke Park Last weekend turned out to be a bad one for the West of Ireland with defeats for both Galway and Mayo. It is funny that after the defeat for Mayo on Saturday my confidence in Galway dropped, even though there was nothing to connect the two teams. But it is just that when one goes to Croke Park in the All-Ireland series, ability alone is not all that matters. Experience and a winning mentality are huge factors and they were qualities that Galway and Mayo were clearly lacking. Mayo players and supporters will be devastated by their defeat. I know that we here in Roscommon would love to be where Mayo are, and that is a top three team, but Mayo have moved on from that and unless they win the All-Ireland it goes down as a disappointing year for them. Small cups in the cupboard do not count in Mayo now. It is small margins that decide those big games and Mayo’s failure to kick on after they got the goal and went four points ahead in the second half cost them. Lee Keegan, who looked a Rolls Royce footballer up to that point, will forever regret landing that vital ball short. Seamus O’Shea will also be disappointed that he let Johnny Cooper get the better of him.

It was amazing to watch the difference between the draw and the replay. All that changed was the attitude of the two camps. Gone was the needle and contempt that was such a feature of the drawn game, and in fact one could see last Saturday the respect that the teams had for each other and as a result we were treated to a superb, absorbing match. I am not a believer in curses but there is no doubt that this Mayo team have not been blessed with much luck over the past few years. They are a talented and powerful team but they will find it very difficult to come back as strong again next year. They are lucky that they are way ahead of the rest in Connacht but the facts are that Dublin and Kerry are not going to get any weaker. Dublin showed a lot of character, and Jim Gavin’s decision to leave Michael Daragh MacAuley and Kevin McManamon on the bench proved to be a master stroke. They changed the tempo and course of the game when they were introduced. As I said here last week, I had sympathy for Diarmuid Connolly but for him to get off through the intervention of the DRA makes a mockery of the whole disciplinary process in the GAA. Six of the last seven players who were sent off in the quarter-final

stages onwards have got off through the various appeals procedures. It seems very unfair that players miss games in the early stages of the championships and at club level. If I was on a disciplinary committee in the GAA I would be seeking clarification as to exactly what are the rules and procedures and I would resign full stop if the same rules did not apply to club and county players. I also see where the DRA, who were the body who freed Diarmuid Connolly to play, might not have been properly assembled in the first place. This body should have three members, one of whom should be a GAA member with no legal background. Last Friday night the three members who heard the Connolly case were all heavily laden with legal degrees.

GALWAY CAN BUILD ON THIS YEAR’S GAINS

Sunday was a very disappointing day for the Galway hurling fraternity except for an outstanding display by their minor team. It was difficult to understand how the Galway senior team could play such great stuff in the first half and then fold in the second half. I know it was a

lot to do with Kilkenny’s changed attitude in the second half, but Galway just disappeared. There was no great difference in skill except for maybe TJ Reid, but it was the mindset of Kilkenny, that of a winning team, that was key. In Kilkenny, winning is not just expected, it is obligatory. Kilkenny are a class team and they deserve great credit for the standards they set but apart for everyone in the Noreside county the second half turned out to be a damp squib and ultimately it was a forgettable All-Ireland final. Galway are a young team and if they stick with Anthony Cunningham and the same structures they had this year there is no reason why they cannot build on the gains they have made this summer. Brian Cody continues to show that he is the best manager in the country, regardless of what code we are talking about.

MY LOCAL WEEKEND GAA PREDICTIONS

This weekend coming sees plenty of knockout action in the senior and intermediate football championships locally. There are two very interesting senior games in Dr Hyde Park where we will be able to see if there is any difference between

the standard of the teams in Group A and Group B. Boyle, under Michael Jordan, have made great headway this year but this game against Padraig Pearses will be a step up from anything they have faced so far. Pearses seem to be getting their act together and they have had some good results recently. Word is that they will set up defensively and will counter-attack with pace. There are plenty of promising players on both teams, which should make for a great match. I have a sneaking suspicion that Pearses will prove too strong for an improving Boyle outfit. In the other quarter-final Clann na nGael face Castlerea and both sides will have to improve if they want to entertain any notions of winning the county title. Castlerea started well this year with two good wins but they seem to have gone back in their last couple of games. Clann are fortunate enough to be in the quarter-finals, but they have enough potential to take advantage and to qualify for the semi-finals. In the IFC semi-finals I am expecting wins for the hot favourites Tulsk against Michael Glavey’s and I expect Oran to beat their neighbours, Fuerty.

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Four-in-a-row for Kerry as Roscommon hopes quashed Electric Ireland All-Ireland Minor B Hurling Final KERRY ROSCOMMON < JOHN REDINGTON

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The Roscommon team that were defeated by Kerry in the All-Ireland Minor B Hurling Championship Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

Roscommon’s hopes of winning their first AllIreland minor B hurling championship since 1969 crashed to earth in Limerick’s Gaelic Grounds on Saturday when they failed to stop Kerry from bringing the Peadar Ó Liatháin Cup back to the Kingdom for the fourth year in succession. Although they gave the winners a game of it early on, the Connacht youngsters failed to reproduce the form shown in their victories over Wicklow and Meath and were left chasing just respectability when Eric Leen rapped home his side’s second goal nine minutes before the break. Although the result was

6-17 1-8 never likely to be different, the game may well have been closer had the Rossies made more of the openings coming their way early on. One goal chance saved and five wides before the quarter mark robbed them of any chance of planting doubt in Kerry minds before the Munster side got a grip on midfield and made the most of the wind at their backs and their better touch under pressure. There were a few hopeful Roscommon performances before the wheels came off in the final quarter as Kerry pressed home their superiority. Gerald Keenan and Jack Gunning provided a presence in pivotal positions and Daniel Glynn gave an almost flawless display

with the frees but there were too many one-onones where the winners shaded it in terms of speed, technique and physicality. Kerry skipper John Buckley got his side off the mark with a free inside a minute but Glynn replied almost immediately with one from distance before full-forward James Walker shot the Rossies ahead. It was the only time they held the lead and, despite getting the better of things in the middle, they were unhinged when Fionán Mackessy caught high at the edge of the square and burst past two challenges to give Kelvin Kelly no chance from point-blank range. Roscommon had their chances to pull themselves back but were frustrated by a run of missed chances, the most agonising of which came when Tommy Doyle’s chest-high double was stopped on the line by

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David Silles. The Kingdom made the most of their escape as Shane Conway sent over a free and Colin Sheehy followed up with a strike on the turn. Glynn hit back with a free but, by this stage, Kerry were doing better under the puckout and long stretches of possession were giving their speed merchants David Egan, Conway and Mackessy the opportunities to stretch the Rossies’ defence. Buckley’s free, Mackessy’s strike after Kelvin Kelly extended himself to deny Sheehy and a long pot and a flier off Egan moved the lead out to seven and, following Conway’s free, the cause of the West was lost when Leen whipped home after Mackessy was dispossessed going for goal.

Brian Lawlor broke the run of Kerry scores when answering Conway’s free but Conway and Sheehy piled on another pair before Glynn’s free and Buckley’s reply left Kerry leading 2-12 to 0-5 at the break. With Jack Gunning coming out to midfield, Roscommon used the wind to give it a lash on the restart as Glynn converted a free but the brief show of resistance faltered when he missed a second one. Buckley sent one over at the other end and, after two from Conway who then followed up with the goal of the game after skinning past the challenges in from the right, it became a question of how much the Kingdom could win by, despite Glynn replying

with a free. Entering the final quarter as the subs benches emptied, Kerry were scoring for fun. Buckley’s long shot dropped to the net through the forest of raised hurleys, Conway picked off his second goal off an untroubled solo down the left and Jeremy McKenna and Conway’s free stretched the gap further before sub Aengus Lyons raised Roscommon’s biggest cheer of the day when recovering from a stumble to pull to the net from the edge of the small square. But Kerry still weren’t finished. Conway completed his hat-trick when given the space close-in to collect another monster delivery from Buckley before Glynn ended the scoring with a 60-metre free.

Karl Feehily carries possession forward for Roscommon. Picture: Andrew Fox

John Buckley gathers possession for Kerry as Aengus Lyons loses his footing. Picture: Andrew Fox

SCORERS KERRY: Shane Conway 3-7 (0-5 frees), John Buckley 1-4 (0-3, frees), Fionán Mackessy 1-1, Eric Leen 1-0, Colin Sheehy, David Egan 0-2 each, Jeremy McKenna 0-1. ROSCOMMON: Daniel Glynn (0-6, frees), Aengus Lyons 1-0, James Walker, Brian Lawlor, 0-1 each. Kerry: David Silles; Billy Lyons, Michael Leane, Gerard Stackpoole; Eoin Ross, Jason Diggins, Robert Collins; John Buckley, Tomás O’Connor; Shane Conway, Jeremy McKenna, David Egan; Eric Leen, Fionán Mackessy, Colin Sheehy. Subs: Kieran O’Regan for Fionán Mackessy (45 mins), Ronan O’Donovan for Robert Collins (46 mins), Jack Lenihan for Eric Leen (46

mins), Mark Foley for Gerard Stackpoole (50 mins), Colin Browne for David Egan (50 mins). Roscommon: Kelvin Kelly; Johnny Mulry, Jack Gunning, Michael Kellehan; Michael Feeley, Eoghan Costello, Donal Kelly; Karl Feehily, Gearóid Keenan; John Murray, Tommy Doyle, Tomás Clayton; Daniel Glynn, James Walker, Brian Lawlor. Subs: Aengus Lyons for Michael Feeley (17 mins), Cathal Donnelly for Johnny Mulry (half-time), Ronan Kilcline for John Murray (40 mins), Shane Downey for Karl Feehily (47 mins), Jamie Donoghue for James Walker (54 mins). Referee: Seán Cleere (Kilkenny).

Eoghan Costello attempts to evade the tackle of Shane Conway. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Cats getting the cream year in year out has now become boring! …At least Galway minors won in style What a weekend of sport it was – but yet there is a sense of a huge anti-climax after it all. The Mayo footballers put up another great show but they came up short again against Dublin on Saturday. The Roscommon minor hurlers were totally outclassed against Kerry on Saturday in Limerick and then on Sunday the Galway senior hurlers had no answer to Kilkenny in what was a very disappointing All-Ireland hurling final. The only bright spot for ‘the West’ was the emphatic victory for the Galway minors in the curtain-raiser on Sunday. I thought the hurling final was a poor game. Galway played well in the first half but they were still only three points ahead at the break and one always had the feeling that if Kilkenny

opened up, they would win easily – and that’s what happened. They literally choked the life out of Galway. They didn’t let them play at all in the second half and they won as they liked in the end. It is incredible to report that thousands of Kilkenny supporters left the ground at the final whistle and didn’t even bother to stay and watch the McCarthy Cup being presented. In fact there were more Galway supporters in Croke Park for the presentation that there were Kilkenny fans. I know that you have to hand it to them and acknowledge that they are some hurling machine, but it has become boring and predictable. It has not been said too often in recent years but it has been a poor hurling championship

overall and Kilkenny won it without too much fuss. They won each of their four championship games as they liked and it is a massive achievement that Brian Cody and his players come back year after year motivated and ready to win another All-Ireland. They lost some of the best players that ever played the game last year, yet they could still come back and win another All-Ireland this year. It doesn’t say much for the other counties though. Galway did their best and in the first half when Joe Canning was playing well they looked good –but once Kilkenny out the clamps on Joe that was it. It was all over. At least the Galway minors won their title and in great style too. But transferring success at un-

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The club championships in gaelic football are taking shape and in the IFC there are two very interesting semi-finals in prospect. Michael Glavey’s are the team of the Intermediate Championship so far and they will give Tulsk plenty to think about. Then we will have a local derby between Fuerty and Oran in the other semi-final. That promises to be a cracking game. Fuerty were excellent against Kilbride and it looks a 50/50 game to me. The senior quarter-finals are also on this weekend and it looks like Boyle might edge out Pearses, but it will be close. Clann v Castlerea is also a toss-up and if Clann have a full side out they might just shade it. The games are previewed elsewhere in People Sport this week.

Roscommon go for camogie crown This Sunday Roscommon’s camogie side will face Laois in the All-Ireland junior final in Croke Park. It is a great achievement to be there and after a fantastic win against Dublin in the semi-final the team will be confident that they can reverse the earlier loss to Laois in the championship. There are a number of Roscommon players who have given great service to the game in the county and it is great to see them getting a chance to play in an All-Ireland final in Croke Park. To add to that experience there are the younger members of the squad who won an All-Ireland minor title earlier this year. Noel Finn and his backroom team have done a great job since they took over in June. Let’s hope they can finish the job on Sunday.

derage level on to senior level is extremely difficult and the other major hurling counties have to try to match and emulate Kilkenny or they will go on winning titles year after year. Hard luck to the Roscommon minor hurlers, who came up against an exceptional Kerry side in Limerick last Saturday. Kerry are in the position whereby they are not good enough to play at the very top level but are probably too good to play at ‘B’ level and Roscommon suffered as a result. Still, there is no shame in losing to a really good side and hopefully the hard work that Stephen Glennon and his selectors have done with the Roscommon players in recent months will bear fruit in the longer term.

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Pictured supporting Roscommon’s minor hurlers in the Gaelic Grounds in Limerick on Saturday last were Megan Finery and Allie Glennon. Picture: Andrew Fox

Shadow boxing at Twickenham The England v Ireland game at Twickenham last Saturday was very disappointing. But if you look a little more into what happened it might be easier to explain. Ireland were well beaten, but the facts are that England will have to be at or near full throttle within two weeks when they have to face Fiji and then Wales. But Ireland will not have to be at their best for about five weeks, when they take on France. I think that Joe Schmidt is timing his run to get Ireland ready to peak at just

the right time. There are a few worries though. Tommy Bowe is suffering from a serious loss of form that will have to be addressed – and the concussion that was suffered by Conor Murray is also a worry – and the hope will be that he is not ruled out as we have only two scrum-halves named in the squad. Ireland were well beaten by England but I think that there was a lot of shadow boxing going on and England are far more advanced in terms of preparation than Ireland are. At least I hope they are!

It was more heartbreak for Mayo in Croke Park last Saturday. Dublin deserved to win what was a magnificent game of football. In the final analysis Dublin had a much stronger bench than Mayo and when the pressure was on in the second half they could bring on the likes of Alan Brogan, Kevin McManamon and Michael Darragh MacAuley. All three made a huge difference and they drove Dublin on to victory. When they were four points up Mayo were once again in a winning position, but they just couldn’t sustain their effort and their lack of strength in depth up front really cost them again. They have been magnificent ambassadors for Connacht football over the past five years but how long more can this group of players continue to go to the well and come up short every year? It is up to the other Connacht counties, including Roscommon, to step up to the mark now and see if they can challenge them. The football we saw in the first half

last Saturday was simply breathtaking – it was the best half of football that I have ever seen. The pace, the physicality, the quality of passing and scoring and the sheer fitness of the players was frightening at times. Roscommon are miles off the standard we saw last Saturday but we can always aspire to get to that level. At the end of the day Dublin were too strong for Mayo, and particularly up front. Bernard Brogan, Ciaran Kilkenny and Paddy Andrews were doing a lot of damage and then when you add in Alan Brogan and Kevin McManamon off the bench, it was just too much for the Connacht champions. Dublin and Kerry is the final that most people had predicted earlier in the year. It will be another mighty contest. I have a feeling that Kerry might be too strong for the Dubs but the two tough games against Mayo will bring them on a ton. The likes of Galway and Roscommon will have to try to match Mayo in terms of fitness and physicality but it will take a mountain of work to do that and even after another heartbreaking defeat Mayo will still be a team to beat in Connacht in 2016.

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Epic effort can deliver cup for Roscommon Roscommon’s camogie team will play in Croke Park for the first time in 19 years when they face Laois in the All-Ireland Junior Final on Sunday. < SEAMUS DUKE

This final appearance is a reward for the very hard work which has been put in by the team since the arrival of the management team of Noel Finn and Noel Murphy in June. The Galway lads have transformed the training and attitude of the players who have readily bought into their methods and now they stand one step away from a major All-Ireland victory. Roscommon camogie operates from a very small base and to be in this All-Ireland final is a major achievement. The victory for the Roscom-

mon minor girls in the ‘C’ championship earlier this year has given the junior team a further boost and a number of those young players have joined the Junior squad for this championship. In the group games Roscommon drew with Limerick and beat Armagh and Westmeath while losing to Dublin and Laois. However in the semi-final Roscommon played their best game of the year and they reversed a ten-point loss in the earlier championship game to record an excellent four-point win. The feeling in the camp is that the result against Laois can be reversed too

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there. Up front Kelley Hopkins, Annette McGeeney, Margaret Fannon, Claire Curley, Rebecca Brennan and Niamh Farrell are likely to start with Fiona Connell and Maeve Brennan also likely to be involved. It is a strong looking Roscommon team and amongst those mentioned are players who can line out and are comfortable in a variety of positions. Laois will be tough opposition. They have been beaten in the last two junior finals and they will feel that their time has come. They have been excellent in this championship so far and included in their run

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“It’s been an up and down year for us so far but we didn’t really get going until the management came in. “We played poorly enough in the first few games but we have improved all the way since then and the addition of some of the girls that won the All-Ireland minor title earlier in the year has also given us a boost. “The game against Dublin was our best display by far. They had beaten us by ten points earlier in the championship but in truth it was more than that in real terms….It is a measure of the scale of our improvement that we were able to turn that around.” Siobhan is under no illu-

sion about the challenge which will be posed by Laois on Sunday. “As far as we are concerned Laois are by far the best team in this championship. They have been beaten in the last two finals and they will be very determined to go one better this year. They have a very strong club hurling scene so they will be the favourites. “Having said that Westmeath troubled them recently so we can take heart from that and as you know a final is a one-off game and anything can happen on the day.” Siobhan says that the chance to play in Croke Park is fantastic for this Roscommon team. “Some of us are playing camogie a long time for Roscommon and remem-

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ber that it is 19 years since Roscommon last played camogie in Croke Park. It’s been a long time but we intend to make it a day to remember.” Siobhan says that she always had faith that some day this team would play in Croker on All-Ireland final day. “I always knew we had the talent and that if we got our act together we would get there. We all had a feeling that we could turn things around this year and it has come to pass and we are all really looking forward to it now. “The preparations have gone very well and there is a very professional approach to what we are doing. We have been training very hard. “All we can do is be the best prepared that we can be and go out and give it one hundred percent on the day. “There is a super camaraderie in the squad and there is a real mix of the younger girls who have come in this year and the older more experienced players. They are a great bunch of girls I have to say. The influx of some

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One of the veterans on the Roscommon team is Kelley Hopkins. The Athleague star, who works as service manager with Dermot Hughes Cars in Roscommon, has been on the Roscommon senior camogie side for the past eleven years and has been the team’s top scorer for many years. < SEAMUS DUKE

There have been many disappointments over the seasons but Kelley says that she always knew that she would get a chance to represent Roscommon in Croke Park and now she’s determined to enjoy every single minute of the buildup – and the game itself. So where did it all start? “I’d say I started when I was five or six, down the back of the Church in Athleague. I used to be the goalie and from the first minute I played it I loved it. I always loved playing and I found that there was a great camaraderie and team spirit and I played all along up the way at club level. “I am playing for the Roscommon team for eleven years – since I was 16 – and I have not missed a year since I started.” Kelley will start on Sunday alongside one of

her heroes. “When I was younger my hero was Annette McGeeney and now I’m playing alongside her. I don’t have any real hero at the moment – I just enjoy playing. It is great to be able to play for Roscommon.” Kelley says that she always had the belief that she would get a chance to play in Croke Park. “I always had the belief that we would get a chance to play there but I wasn’t sure when it would happen. It’s the pinnacle of anyone’s career in the GAA and it will be a reality on Sunday. We won the Nancy Murray (Junior B) Cup in 2009 and that kept a lot of us going. But our new management team have believed in us since the first day they came in. They maintained that we would get to Croke Park and here we are. We have put in some serious work and it’s brilliant to

be there.” So what has been the difference in the Roscommon team of 2015 compared with other years? “Everything has come together nicely for us this year. The management and the younger players coming into the team has been great and there is a great bond and belief among the girls. “It is fantastic to be in the final, especially for those of us who are on the team a while. I am determined to enjoy every single minute of it. There is no real pressure on us and we can go out and give it everything.” So what about playing in Croke Park for the first time – will that be a plus or a minus? “I honestly don’t think that the occasion or the pitch or anything like that will faze us. It’s a huge occasion and we all intend to enjoy it. I think that it will be a plus and will

Pictured at a recent press night for the Roscommon senior camogie team were Kelley Hopkins and Elaine Daly. Picture: Andrew Fox

spur us on.” Kelley says that the support the players receive from the County Board is excellent. “It is a huge day for Roscommon and I think that there will be a big crowd there to shout us on. I have met so many people over the past couple of weeks who are going and there are buses of school kids and others going too

so hopefully we will have a big support there on the day. “There is great excitement. I am really looking forward to it. It is a great day for me and for the family and the club and it will certainly keep me interested for another few years! It would be great to win it. It won’t be for lack of effort anyway” Kelley concluded.

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Galway man Noel Finn (along with his assistant, Noel Murphy) only came in to manage the Roscommon team in June, which was quite an unusual turn of events. However the players on the panel are of the firm opinion that the arrival of Noel Finn and his management colleagues has led to Roscommon’s huge improvement since. And now they’re in an All-Ireland final! So how did he become involved? trying to get the numbers at training and so on, but once we got going and had two or three sessions the numbers starting coming and we never looked back. “These girls deserve great credit, they have responded brilliantly. They have worked ever so hard for the past three months that we have been here. They have shown massive heart and commitment and they thoroughly deserve to be in an All-Ireland final.” How big of a boost to the panel was the fact that the minor team had won an

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“I got a call from a friend of mine to ask me would I take on the job, so I said I’d think about it. So I called a good friend of mine, Noel Murphy, and we said we would meet with the board…and see how we get on. So we met them and liked what we heard. We came and started our training in June and here we are in an AllIreland final. “We had to start from scratch, to be honest. It is not easy when you come in as a new manager

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push too hard in training because of all the games and we didn’t want the team to go flat at all. We had to get the balance right and the plan was, whether we finished first, second, third or fourth on the table, it didn’t really matter to us as long as we got to the semi-finals. “Once we got to the semi-final we knew we had three or four weeks of a break and it gave us time to get some proper training and preparation in and that has made such a difference. I knew we would improve, and we did.” Can Noel feel the excitement as Roscommon return to Croke Park afer 19 years? “Oh yeah I can surely. It’s going to be a great

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day for all the players, young and old. They have worked hard – they have put their shoulders to the wheel. “We told them when we came in that if they bought into what we were trying to do that we would not be far away from getting to an All-Ireland final. Our priority was to get into the semi-finals but our priorities changed then and we wanted to get to the final. Now we want to win it. “I’d be delighted for those girls and especially the more experienced players who have given so much to Roscommon over the years. It would be great to win it.” And a parting word from the manager? “I was involved in Galway in 2009, 2010 and 2011 and I have always said that it starts at the top. The board have been excellent to us. Anything we wanted we got and the officers and selectors and the players are all playing their part. We are only a small part of it too. It’s a full team effort and it has been a great experience to get this far and hopefully we will complete the job now” he concluded.

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€8 million funding for new rehab unit at hospital ROSCOMMON HERALD

During my involvement in politics and community life over three decades, I have worked tirelessly to advance the causes and issues that have affected people in Roscommon, Leitrim and surrounding areas. Of course, Roscommon Hospital will always be associated with my name. However, I am glad to say that the hospital is not only safer but has a secure and long term future, thanks to a €20m investment plan taking place there. The introduction of the air ambulance and advanced paramedics has also helped to save many lives. The fight also continues to secure the necessary investment for the Sacred Heart Hospital. If you look at the hard evidence in terms of the investment which has come into this constituency, I, as the only Government TD in the constituency, have been fully committed to delivering and developing vital jobs and infrastructure

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Along with the €6m Endoscopy Unit which will be located at the Roscommon Hospital, this is the draft layout of how the other two capital developments, the Medical Rehab Centre and Hospice Centre, will fit into the overall plans at Roscommon Hospital.

for the region. There are also countless other projects, on a smaller scale, right across Roscommon and Leitrim which have benefitted from my active Government representation. On a broader level, more than 100,000 jobs have been created since the launch of the Government’s Action Plan for Jobs in 2012, the unemployment rate is down to 9.8% from a peak of

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Delivering for you Schools

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7 Post Primary Schools have been connected to high speed broadband €51.4m state grants, out of €57.8m total spend

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€56.7m

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39 Longford/Roscommon Division new vehicles allocated €640,541 capital spend on Garda accom. 286 Garda Numbers - Jan 2015

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