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Murphy calls for fast-tracking of Sacred Heart upgrade Eugene Murphy, the Fianna Fáil TD, has called on Simon Harris, the Minister for Health, to fast-track plans for the refurbishment of the Sacred Heart Hospital in Roscommon town. Deputy Eugene Murphy said that the funding for the refurbishment project was still awaiting approval with the National Capital Steering Group and that a timeline of works was still not clear. Deputy Murphy raised the matter in the Dáil recently through a Parliamentary Question with Minister Simon Harris. A written response to Deputy Murphy’s query noted that the Health Service Executive currently had a Capital Project submission with the National Capital Steering Group for approval. It states: “The submission comprises of a new 50-bed CNU and partial refurbishment of the existing building and as such

the HSE is not in a position to provide a timeline for the project at this stage.” Deputy Murphy has called on the Minister to fast-track the approval of the capital funding in order to allow the necessary refurbishment works at the Sacred Heart Hospital to proceed. “It is imperative that this capital funding is approved as soon as possible in order to allow the refurbishment works to get underway,” he said. “There are not an adequate number of shower and toilet facilities for the number of residents in some of the wards in the Sacred Heart Hospital and some of the existing facilities are not wheelchair accessible. “The privacy and dignity of residents is paramount and I am calling on Minister Harris to fast-track this issue as a matter of urgency.”

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running, slick forwards went for goals a bit more. We learnt quite a bit about this developing Roscommon team on Sunday, and it was positive overall. I should say ‘squad’, not ‘team’ – the role of the subs last weekend was one of the most encouraging aspects of a good day at the Hyde.

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Monday Sunday Before the game, I (honestly) expected Roscommon to win by 8-10 points. But nobody expected that Roscommon would take such a meandering and risky route to their intended destination. We started alright at Hyde Park on Sunday, but soon the New York blues returned. Roscommon began to miss goal chances, and Sligo’s route one approach to their full-forward line was spreading panic in the home defence. Roscommon have been brittle on previous occasions and the familiar uneasiness returned – for players and fans – when Sligo converted a penalty that was rashly conceded. There was no particular cause for concern until Roscommon con-

Bríon and Shane O’Dowd pictured supporting Roscommon in Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday last. Picture: Andrew Fox

ceded a second goal just before half-time. Just now our defence was open territory. Suddenly we were eight points down and the home crowd fell into a subdued silence. It felt like 2015 all over again. In the stand, a few of us agreed that it had been a dire half from Roscommon, but it was still possible to contemplate a successful comeback. We were already creating goal chances, we had the wind advantage to come, and – most importantly – we are a better side than Sligo. It remained to be seen if the Ros-

common players would crumble under the pressure, or stay composed and trust in themselves. I (honestly) thought to myself ‘Roscommon could end up with 4-17 or so here.’ The early goal, seconds into the new half, was all we needed. Sligo, unlucky to lose Marren to a black card before the break, must have feared the worst now. Roscommon opened up. The scores began to flow, and if the first-half performance had been disappointing, the fluency shown in the second half was very encouraging. It is high time these fast-

I thought Ireland played really well against Sweden in our Euro ’16 opener, certainly in the first half. Martin O’Neill’s team were enterprising and creative and should really have had a goal or two by half-time. When the goal came, it was a thing of beauty, ‘Wes’ crashing a half-volley home after clever approach play by Coleman. To our dismay, Ireland then retreated and there followed a period of sustained pressure from the previously subdued Swedes; you could sense that an equaliser was coming, and unfortunately it did, via an own goal. It remains to be seen whether or not it was a vital point won or two points lost. One thing is for sure, we have nothing to fear in our remaining games; we can put it up to both Belgium and Italy. All to play for!

It happens to us all (including Bono)… Tuesday I felt like Bono, minus the singing voice and that bit about trying to solve the world’s problems. I had been walking for over twenty minutes, but I still hadn’t found what I was looking for. This happens so often. You’re in a town that you’re not entirely familiar with, and you just want a coffee, or something to eat, or a newspaper, but whatever direction you head off in, it seems that the one type of premises you want at that moment is going to elude you. In these situations, I just get stubborn and keep walking. It happened to me today in Mullingar, a town which is actually very appealing. Parking the car at the ‘Dublin end’ of the town, I sought out a parking meter and then realised I had no coins. It was just after lunchtime and I wanted a bowl of soup before heading back to the office in Roscommon. Now I needed a one euro coin – but didn’t have one. ‘I’ll buy an Irish Independent’ I thought, get some change, put it in the parking meter and then grab a soup. So I started looking around – and then started walking.

I passed furniture shops, hairdressers’, cafes, pubs, antique shops and….a one euro shop. On and on I went in my search for a newsagents. I knew it was going to be one of those towns – a town that will not yield what you want. How could a town as great as Mullingar (and it is a great town) have such a stretch of businesses, without one which stocks newspapers? (Then again, there’s no pub in Roscommon town’s Main Street!). I crossed the junction where you turn right for the old Longford Road. Actually, I turned right there. More hairdressers and barbers. I considered getting a haircut just to get some change for the parking meter. It began to rain, but now I was a man possessed. Past a tattoo and piercing premises (no, not quite that desperate for change) and returned to Main Street. Past the Greville Arms. Past the traffic lights. On and on I went, deep into the heart of Mullingar, reaching the bridge which leads you towards the Ballymahon Road. Unbelievable. Still nowhere to buy a paper. Past the Turkish Barber. Yep, the Turkish Barber. Finally, I saw the type of convenience store that sells newspapers. Feeling all walked out, I walked in. Mirror. Star. Times. All the Westmeath papers. No Irish Independent, with its take on

the previous night’s Ireland/Sweden game. I walked out, and stubbornly walked on. More takeaways. More cafes. More hairdressers. Next? I gave up, walking back to the convenience store…bought an Irish Times, secured a euro, embarked on the lengthy, wet walk back to my car, and was relieved that no parking attendant had arrived on the scene. In the pub where I ordered soup, the tall barman gave me the type of welcome I’d expect Donald Trump to get at a party in Mexico. A bit of a sour stare. After he served the soup, he disappeared out on to the Main Street, in the way that bartenders sometimes do when it’s quiet. On my left, a man with a laptop and a pint was oblivious. Further up, three American tourists were dining. Waited to pay, but the barman was gone. Perhaps he was gone for an Irish Independent. Eventually he returned, taking my cash with a muttered thanks. The Americans asked if he had any mustard. ‘No’ he said, and kept walking. But, while mustard-less, the Americans were happy, and I don’t think any damage was done to our tourist industry. Headed back to Roscommon, the land of free parking, picking up an Irish Independent when I got there.

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he long-awaited redevelopment of the Hyde Park pitch will commence next week, with the project expected to cost more than €500,000. Roscommon GAA has confirmed that Prunty Contracts, who have been awarded the contract for the project, will commence works on Monday. While the exact cost of the project has not yet been revealed, it is understood that the works will cost between €500,000 and €600,000. The County Board were waiting until after Roscommon’s Connacht Senior Football Championship semi-final against Sligo last Sunday before beginning the project. Aogán

Ó Fearghaíl, the GAA President, or another high-ranking official within the association, is expected to officially turn the sod on the development. The pitch will be closed for more than six months, but Hugh Lynn, Roscommon GAA PRO, said: “We would be hopeful that our pitch will be ready to go on February 1st.” In that case, all Roscommon’s National Football League matches in Division One next season would be staged at the venue. Mr. Lynn explained the nature of works that will get underway next week. “They are going to put a new pitch down, as well as a new drainage system,” he said. “It is going to be a sand-based pitch and they are going to roll out a sod on top that is being

grown in England at the moment. It is being grown on the same turf farm that grows the pitch for Croke Park.” However, while the pitch in Croke Park is partly synthetic, the one at Hyde Park will be “100 per cent grass”, Mr. Lynn said. The existing pitch has fallen into a state of complete disrepair recently. It forced three matches in this year’s league campaign – against Down, Monaghan and Dublin – to be switched to Longford, Kiltoom and Carrick-onShannon respectively. News that the works will finally commence will be welcomed because the loss of matches such as these was an economic blow to the county town, in addition to being a significant setback for Roscommon GAA.

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Roscommon County Council has experienced an increased demand for homeless services this year, with the allocated budget for the issue in 2016 already having been significantly passed. In its draft budget for this year, the local authority allocated €11,100 towards the administration of the homeless service. However, details released under

the Freedom of Information Act (FoI) show that, between January 1st and May 11th, €17,968 was spent on dealing with the homelessness of seven individuals and two families. The Council does not provide homeless shelters, but houses people in bed & breakfast accommodation when the need arises. Meanwhile, there has been an almost 13 per cent increase in the number of people on the Council’s

social housing waiting list over the past year, further details released under FoI show. On March 9th, 2015, there were 649 applicants on the list, but on May 11th of this year, this had risen to 732. A breakdown of the latter statistic shows that, of the three municipal districts in the county, Boyle had the longest list, with 298, following by Roscommon, which had 287, while Athlone had 150.

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Launch of Padraig Keane Memorial Race on Friday The launch of the Padraig Keane Memorial 5K/10K race will take place in the White House Hotel, Ballinlough this Friday night (June 17th). The race is due to take place at 3 pm on Saturday, July 2nd. Minister for Communications, Climate Change and Environment, Denis Naughten, will be in attendance, as will former Olympic athlete, Frank Greally, who is now editor of Irish Runner magazine. This race, which was formerly known as ‘The Lake O’Flynn 10K, was first run in 2013

and was instigated by Padraig Keane. Sadly Padraig passed away in January of this year (aged just 64) due to a heart problem. The death of this fine athlete was widely mourned and this race will be run as a fundraiser for the heart charity, CROÍ. There will be prize-money of €1,000 on offer and cost of entry is €20 for 10K and €15 for 5K, with U-16s €5. For more information see Padraig Keane Memorial Race on Facebook and ballinlough10k@gmail. com.

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New preschool supports unveiled by Minister Children with disabilities will have better access to preschool under a new programme of supports unveiled this week by Katherine Zappone, the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs. Announcing the new Access and Inclusion Model (AIM), Minister Zappone said: “This is an important step to break down barriers preventing children with disabilities from taking part in the Early Childhood Care and Education Programme. “Parents and preschool providers who wish to avail of AIM should make their applications now so that they can plan for enrolments in September. “I am committed to working towards a more vibrant, inclusive and tolerant society which supports all children, equally, to realise their potential – today we have taken another important step to achieve that.” Irene Cafferky, the manager of Roscommon County Childcare Committee and chairman of levels one to three of the AIM, said that she was delighted with

this week’s announcement. “This means that families that have children with disabilities now can avail of the AIM model nationally,” she said. “Through the AIM model, children with disabilities can

now access a high quality and an inclusive preschool education, thus supporting children to have meaningful, engaging and equal participation in the ECCE preschool year before the child makes the transition to school.”

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ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council has decided to close the road referred to hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed: R371 Ballyleague to Scramoge. Period of Closure: 9.30 am to 3.00 pm on Saturday 16th July, 2016 Alternative Routes: N63 Ballyleague to Roscommon N61 Roscommon to Four Mile House R368 Four Mile House to Farnbeg N5 Farnbeg to Scramoge And vice versa. Reason for Closure: To facilitate the cycle event associated with The Two Provinces Triathlon. Eugene Dwyer Head of Roads & Transportation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98 14th June, 2016

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Canon Eugene McLoughlin will retire as the parish priest of Roscommon on July 31st, it has been confirmed. Bishop of Elphin Kevin Doran has unveiled a series of diocesan appointments which will take effect from July 31st. Canon McLoughlin will become the Administrator of Athleague and Fuerty, while Fr. John Cullen, currently parish priest in Kiltoom, will replace him as the parish priest in Roscommon town. The new appointment in Athleague and Fuerty follows the death of Fr.

John Leogue, who was parish priest there at the time of his untimely passing. Fr. Michael McManus, curate in Drum, near Athlone, will become the parish priest in Kiltoom, replacing Fr. Cullen. His position in Drum will be filled by Fr. Kazimir Wrobel, presently a curate in Drum. Canon Joseph Fitzgerald will retire as the parish priest in Castlerea and be replaced by Fr. John McManus, who holds the same position in Ballyleague. Canon Fitzgerald will live in Ballygar and will join the team at Sacred Heart Parish, Roscommon town. In Tulsk, Fr. John Gannon

from Johannesburg will be the new parish priest, succeeding Monsignor Austin McKeon, who died recently. Elsewhere in the diocese, Fr. Dusmanta Mahanyak, from India, will leave St. Mary’s, Sligo, and will become the Administrator at Ballyleague. Fr. Julian Lupot, from the Philippines, will replace him in Sligo. Fr. Tomasz Grzegorzewski has resigned as the parish priest of Aughrim and Kilmore and will take sabbatical leave. Fr. Stephen Ezenwegbu, from Nigeria, will become the Administrator of Aughrim and Kilmore.

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A small dog was dumped in a fertiliser bag at Ballinlough, near Castlerea, on May 13th, according to a complaint received by Roscommon County Council. Analysis of the complaints logged by the local authority last month, which were released under the Freedom of Information Act, shows that dumping of dead animals continues to occur regularly in the county. On May 20th, it was reported that a “dead calf” and “bags of rubbish” were dumped in a river in Castlerea, while three days later, a dead animal was found in a drain at the Cloonshanville Road, Frenchpark. On May 26th, it was reported that an animal was dumped in a drain on the old road between Strokestown and Longford town. In total, 54 environment complaints were received by the Council last month: 40 related to litter, ten to waste, one to noise pollution and three to air.

Many complaints related to Roscommon town. On May 6th, it was reported that bags were dumped at the rear of shop units at the Circular Road. On May 12th, it was reported that bags of rubbish and a chair were dumped behind the post office in the town centre. Meanwhile, on April 8th, it was reported that three dead lambs had been discarded in a black bag in the Castlerea area, while three days later two dead calves were found in a drain in Strokestown. On April 20th, it was reported that two dead sheep were found in Cloonsheevers Bog, near Castlerea. Two days later, it was claimed that ten bags of rubbish were dumped in a drain in south Roscommon. “One bag has a dead animal, calf or dog,” the complaint added. The same day, it was reported that four dead foxes were dumped in a ditch at Cloontrasna, Castlerea.

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FRANKLY SPEAKING 99 reasons to fondly remember those far-off summer days! FRANK BRANDON’S UNIQUE TAKE ON LIFE ...

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Duffy’s Supermarket are enjoying the recent wonderful weather, happy in the knowledge that when they want to cool off with a delicious 99 cone, they are eating by far the cheapest 99s in Ireland. Recently, the Daily Mail carried out a survey on the price of 99s all over Ireland and at 50 cent a time, Duffy’s were the cheapest by a country mile. The average around the coun-

try was €1.75, although a couple of outlets were charging €2 or more. The former TD, bookie, bankrupt and now – in my opinion – thoroughly annoying know-all radio presenter, Ivan Yates, reckoned that Duffy’s offering was not a proper 99 at all, (it must have a flake), but he was informed that it’s a full genuine model – and there are queues of lucky Ballagh’ people lining up for these great value ice creams. I’m sure the public-

ity did no harm at all to Duffy’s Supermarket and congratulations and well done to all down there (or up there!). Anyway, it all made me think of the days when I was a child growing up in Creggs and when our summers seemed to comprise of day after day of never-ending sunshine, and when an ice cream would be an occasional and very welcome treat. Back in those days, we had a load of shops in the village, but for all

‘Flying visit’ to Enniscrone Sticking with the summers past, but not as far back as the 1950s, when the children, that’s our ones, were young, we used to go to Enniscrone, now Inishcrone to some, in Sligo for an occasional week’s holiday and I have to say that we had some of the most memorable and enjoyable times of all time down there in that lovely seaside town. Anyway, the years have flown by, and after a long break, myself and Carol decided to head down to Inishcrone on a glorious day last week and once again have a look at and take a

stroll on the beautiful sandy beach. In recent times the arrival of a recently-retired Russian Boeing 737 to the Co. Sligo town has been all over the news and has propelled the resort back into the public domain and it appears as if the holidaymakers are flocking into the town in huge numbers and that Inishcrone is on the crest of a wave (a horrible pun!) As for us, we lunched

in a packed Ocean Sands Hotel, where the food was excellent, and after a nostalgic walk on the beach, (which was freezing due to the very strong, cold, breeze), we headed back home, vowing it won’t be as long again before we visit what we think is one of the nicest places around. The airplane is not up and running yet as high class accommodation, (the man behind it is also converting a double decker bus and a number of old London taxis), but it certainly has increased interest in the locality and will help the local tourist industry greatly.

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Garden design event at Ardcarne on Saturday There will be a free garden design event at Ardcarne Garden, Centre Boyle on Saturday, 18th of June from 11.30 am-12.30 pm. Join Jane McCorkell, landscape designer and multi-Gold Medal winner at Bloom Flower Show for some great design tips and discover which plants she finds essential in her award-winning gardens.

Staying down memory lane and sticking with the beautiful summers (although this one is not so long ago), back in 1988, we as a entire nation basked in the glorious sunshine as we drank, danced and sang our way through our (for us), first ever European soccer finals. Street parties were the order of the day, even in Creggs, where the little traffic that was passing through the village had to drive between pub tables and chairs and when we were all decked out in anything that had a bit of green, white or orange on it – and overall it was just a magic time in our history.Joxer going to Stuttgart is still one of the most iconic songs of all time and for a few weeks the whole place was on a complete holiday. Today is Tuesday, the day after our opening match against Sweden in this year’s tournament and I wonder was there the same excitement and joy around the country last night. For me, I have to confess that I watched the game, a very good one I thought, in my

own front room and as I write this, I am in the whole of my health and not a headache in sight. Now I know it’s a sign of advancing years (even advanced ones), but I sincerely hope that I am in the minority and I hope the rest of the country had a big night and partied into the early hours. The 1988 tournament had only eight teams in it, while this time we have 24, which means a lot more games and a lot longer of a competition. I still think we will find time for a knees-up and here’s hoping we can get a result on Saturday against Belgium – and if we do, the Italian game might just be the one to set us on our way to reliving the craic and the fun of 1988. It’s been a good enough tournament so far, judging by the little bit I’ve seen, but the trouble at a lot of games is a worry and I hope the French authorities are well enough organised to make sure nothing major happens. Anyway it’s a decent enough start and here’s hoping we can get to the next stage.

of us young kids, our favourite was Lizzie’s, a shop which sold all kinds of bits and pieces and which became a sort of a meeting place for all the children, both from the village and the rest of the local area. Funny enough, even though the 1950s were supposed to be a time of economic hardship, most shops had people working in them, and a girl called Baby Boyle was the resident shop assistant in Lizzie’s, and I can assure you that if the Daily Mail had existed at the time and if they had carried out a survey on sixpenny ice

creams in Ireland, Baby’s ice creams would have, just like Duffy’s, come out as the best value in the country. The sheer size of the sixpenny ones meant they were way too wide for our little hands and little mouths and by the time you’d have eaten them, your face would look just like it was made of ice cream. Sadly, Lizzie’s is no longer and Duffy’s is too far away, so I’m off to Mikeen’s and, for a change this time, it’s not for a pint, but to sample the best 99 in Creggs! I’ll tell you next week how it was!!

Michaela Duffy serving a delighted Johnny Hunt a 99 cone for only 50c at Duffy’s SuperValu, Ballaghaderreen.

Solstice Choir on stage As I told you in last week’s column, the highly acclaimed Roscommon Solstice Choir are performing in the Church at Donamon Castle on this Friday night at 8 pm, in a fundraiser for both Creggs and Cloverhill national schools. Tickets are only €10, so make sure you go along on Friday night for a great night’s entertainment and to support two local schools.

And finally… Finally for this week, on the greatest ever week for Ireland on the rugby front (not a peep out of George Hook all week), on Saturday night last, the proceeds of the 21st Annual Barrie Harris Walk were presented to a large number of deserving charities, in Mikeen’s, (he of the Creggs 99s), and once again the walk was a great success. More than €12,500 was raised and distributed and it’s a credit to everyone involved, but of course, in particular to Bina and her family, friends and relations. On a personal note, my praising of Bina’s apple pie in last week’s column worked well, as she brought a special one for me, which I ate almost completely on the night! Thanks Bina, now I wonder if I told you that Mikeen has the best ek, pint (of Guinness) in Ireland, ‘Till next we w what would happen! Bye for no

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Two-day extravaganza at RM Tool Hire RM Tool Hire, which is located at Circular Road, Roscommon town, is holding two exciting events this Thursday and Friday. Today (Thursday), Husqvarna construction demonstrations will be held from 9 am to 5 pm. There will be remote-controlled drilling and cutting demonstrations. There will be 10 per cent off selected Husqvarna forest and garden products throughout

WHEN MUHAMMAD MET MICHAEL! Pictured is Michael Rabbitt, originally from Vale View, Lisalway, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, with the late, great Muhammad Ali in 1981 in London. Thanks to his sister Margaret Keaveney for sharing this wonderful memory.

newsbriefs Items stolen in car break-in in Castlerea A car was broken into at Main Street, Castlerea, last Thursday, June 9th. Between 11 am and noon, various items were stolen, including perfume, make-up and hair accessories. Anyone with information in relation to the incident has been asked to contact Castlerea Garda Station on 0949621630.

Burglary at house in Roscommon A house was broken into at the Circular Road, Roscommon, last Friday night. Gardaí said that, between 7.15 pm and 8 pm, the property was broken into via the back door and a number of items of jewellery were taken. Gardaí in Roscommon town are seeking information on the crime, which happened at a busy stretch of road. They have asked witnesses to contact them on 090-6638300.

Roscommon MS branch Church gate collections this weekend This Saturday and Sunday (18th and 19th of June) the Co. Roscommon branch of MS Ireland is holding its annual Church gate collection at Mass times at the following Churches: Ballinamore Bridge/Toghergar, Ballygar, Ballymoe, Glinsk and Newbridge. As this is their main source of income, they are asking for the public’s usual generous support to ensure they can continue the work, which began nearly forty years ago in this area. Branch work is made possible through fundraising and the branch would like to extend a word of gratitude to each and every one of our supporters and especially to our loyal Church gate collectors and their helpers. A very special word of thanks to Betty Duffy who recently held her 5th annual tea party at her home. We are deeply indebted to Betty for the tremendous work she puts into this fundraiser each year, this year raising over €2,000. At present, the branch has National Summer Draw tickets for sale at €3 each or 2 for €5 in aid of MS Ireland. Please contact any of the branch officers if you would like to be in with a chance to win one of the prizes on offer or contact MS Ireland on 01 6781600 or visit the website on www.ms-society.ie Many people with multiple sclerosis are benefitting from ongoing weekly sessions of physiotherapy, which are taking place at Derrane Resource Centre (RSG) and also at the Plunkett Home, Boyle. These sessions are designed to complement the good work being done by H.S.E. Community Physiotherapists.

Threen NS Fun Run on Sunday 19th Threen NS in Castlerea will hold their annual 5k/ Fun Run on Sunday, June 19th. The run starts at 12 pm from the school. You can register from 11 am. The cost is €10 per person or €20 for a family. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Lisnamult fundraiser The organisers of a recent fundraiser in Lisnamult would like to thank all those who bought plants at our little stall at the Farmers Market, and generously helped raise prize-money for the Front Garden Competition. We hope they get a good crop!

the day. The following day, Friday, June 17th, is Greengear Open Day, where eco-friendly power generators, water pumps and lawnmowers will be displayed. “They are 40 per cent more fuel efficient,” Ray Mullen, the owner of the store, said. For more information, visit the store at Abbey Business Park, Circular Road, or call 090-6630700.

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A packed programme has been arranged for the official opening of à ras an Chontae, Roscommon County Council’s new civic offices, on this Friday, June 17th. An Open Day will run throughout the day, from 11.30 am to 6 pm. Many special events will feature throughout the day, including musical performances from the Castlerea Brass Band, the Roscommon Solstice Choir and Scoil Mhuire Roscommon’s award-winning primary school choir. Exhibitions will be on display, including former President Mary McAleese’s collection of state gifts, while there will be a variety of children’s events, such as storytelling, an activ-

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3,800 on hospital waiting list There was a further increase in the number of people waiting for treatment at Roscommon University Hospital last month, figures released by the National Treatment Purchase Fund have shown. On May 31st, there were 3,829 people on the waiting list – 2,580 waiting for outpatient appointments and 1,249 waiting for inpatient/day case treatment. This was a rise of 130 on the 3,699 on the list on April 28th, when 2,367 and 1,332 people were waiting for outpatient and inpatient treatment respectively.

Items wanted for RWN charity shop The charity shop at Roscommon Women’s Network is currently looking for donations, with all men’s, women’s, children’s clothes, bric a brac, curtains, household items (non-electric) graciously accepted. Donations can be dropped into the shop or RWN resource centre at the Old Mill, Castlerea. All shop proceeds are reinvested into the RWN charity. If you would like to volunteer some of your time, please let us know. For more information, please call Maria on 094-9621690 or 087-4073321.

Tiny Tots meet at Women’s Network The Tiny Tots Parent and Toddler group in Roscommon Women’s Network, The Old Mill, Castlerea, runs every Tuesday at Roscommon Women’s Network, the Old Mill, Castlerea from 10 am-12 pm. All welcome. Contact Emma on 087-6224541 or 094-9621690 for more details. Only ₏3 per family.

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The residents of Tarmonbarry are busy preparing for this year’s Tidy Towns judging, which gets underway over the coming weeks. Tidy Towns secretary Tom Crosby has appealed for everyone in the village to get involved by putting out floral displays in window boxes and hanging baskets, painting exterior walls and being vigilant regarding litter. Tarmonbarry currently stands in fourth place in the county after gaining an increase in points in last year’s competition. With approximately 100 people employed in various businesses in the village, upkeep of approach roads, the village centre and the harbour areas is vital to the area’s economy and the Tarmonbarry Tidy Towns committee have been busy with landscaping, tree and shrub planting, as well painting the village’s street furniture, signage, bridge and disused buildings. This year the committee is again putting a floral display along the span of the bridge over the Shannon and around the village. Tom Crosby, on behalf of the committee, would like to thank all the residents throughout the village, the approach roads, the housing estates and the businesses for all their efforts in making Tarmonbarry such a beautiful village. Tom also extended a special thanks to the small group of dedicated FAS and Rural Workers for their attention to detail and the commitment to their local community.

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NewsPeople newsbriefs Roscommon Active Retirement Group’s Trip Roscommon Active Retirement Association have seats available for day trip to Farmleigh House and Pearse Museum and Gardens. Tea/scones on route, four-course meal on return in Tyrellspass Castle Hotel. Leaving Church carpark at 8 am on Thursday, 30th June. Cost €50. Booking via Anne on 086- 2149570, Mary on 086-8435562.

Monksland Primary Care Centre ‘could move to Westmeath’ < EOGHAN YOUNGMURPHY

Tenders are invited for the Provision of School Breakfast/ Snack and Lunches to approx. 400 Students in Roscommon Community College, Lisnamult, Roscommon as per Department of Social Protection School Meals Local Projects Scheme.* This contract will run until the end of the 2016/2017 academic year at €2.00 per student per day. For further information including suggested meals please visit www.gretb.ie The latest date for receipt of completed tenders is Monday, 18th July 2016 at 12pm (midday). Note: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the eTenders website at http://etenders.gov.ie or contact Mr. Martin Cusack Procurement Department Galway Roscommon ETB Mervue Business Park, Mervue Galway Telephone: 091 706200 Email: procurement@gretb.ie *Please note that this Scheme is subject to funding approval by the Department of Social Protection

The Health Service Executive is considering moving the Primary Care Centre at Monksland into the Westmeath jurisdiction, Michael Fitzmaurice, the Independent TD, has said. At present, the centre falls under the umbrella of the HSE’s Galway/ Roscommon/Mayo Community Health Organisation (CHO2), but could be moved to the Laois/Offaly/Longford/Westmeath/ Longford/Meath Community Health Organisation (CHO8), he said. If this was to happen, it would mean that the Primary Care Centre at Monksland would be un-

der the remit of the same CHO as Westmeath. The move would cause anger because of the continuing uncertainty over whether south Roscommon will be moved into Co. Westmeath, a possibility that a boundary review committee are considering. “Prior to the election, many politicians gave commitments that services in Roscommon would stay in Roscommon,” Deputy Fitzmaurice said. “Now we have good reason to believe that there are talks ongoing within the HSE to change the management of a significant health service resource within the county.” Deputy Fitzmaurice said

that, unless the HSE could explain otherwise, there was no reason why such a change should be made and that it would be a “paper-exercise to waste more time and resources”. He said that he had been contacted by concerned individuals from the greater south Roscommon area who wanted clarity on the matter. “They want to know what it will mean for them and how they access services. It is unacceptable that people should have to be concerned about a matter such as this,” Deputy Fitzmaurice said. “This change simply should not go ahead.” He also expressed opposition to any changes that

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his pre-election promise and ensure that the services available to people in south Roscommon remain intact and under their current management structure,” Deputy Fitzmaurice said. The HSE did not respond for requests for comment on the matter.

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formally known as Irish Country Bacon (Ruskey) Limited Pension and Life Assurance Scheme or as Irish Country Bacon (Ruskey) Pension Scheme or as James Hanley and Sons Limited Pension and Life Assurance Scheme. The Trustees are currently winding up the above scheme and distributing the assets to the members. If you are a former employee of Glanbia Meats in Ruskey or any of its predecessor companies, e.g. James Hanley & Sons Limited, Irish Country Bacon (Ruskey) Limited, Irish Country (Pigmeat) Limited or Glanbia (FP) Limited and you consider you may have an entitlement to a benefit under this Scheme but have not already been notified of your benefit you should send details of your claim together with your name and current address to the Trustees at the address below. This should be done to reach the Trustees no later than Friday 8th July 2016. After this date the Trustees will be making arrangements to distribute the remaining assets of the Scheme and no further claims can subsequently be considered. To be eligible for a benefit you must have been a member of the Scheme and not have previously withdrawn your contributions or transferred the value of your benefits to another pension arrangement. The Trustees of the Glanbia Fresh Pork (Ruskey) Pension Scheme c/o Glanbia Pensions Department Main Street Dungarvan Co Waterford

would affect how service users access services. He also said that he would raise the matter with Simon Harris, the Minister for Health, and Denis Naughten, the local TD and government minister. “I call for Minister Naughten to stand by

The Moore Community Playground Committee will hold a public meeting next Wednesday evening (June 22nd) at 9 pm in Moore Hall. All are welcome.

Wheelchair Association AGM (Roscommon branch) The Annual General Meeting of Roscommon branch of Irish Wheelchair Association will take place on Thursday, 30th of June in Cuisle Holiday Centre, Donamon at 8 pm. New members welcome. Thank you for your support.

Library staff to ballot for strike < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Library staff throughout Co. Roscommon are to ballot over possible strike action over proposals to amalgamate their libraries with those in counties Sligo and Leitrim, their trade union has said. Last year, the shared-services arrangement was first raised by the Department for Environment, Community and Local Government, and it would involve one of the three counties being the lead authority. It was not implemented at the time, but Padraig Mulligan, the Assistant Gen-

eral Secretary of Impact, which represents library staff, said that it was now back on the agenda – to the union’s anger. “We are moving towards industrial action. All the library staff in the county of Roscommon are going to be balloted for strike action,” he said. He said that a meeting with staff representatives would be held today (Thursday) to outline the details of the ballot. At present, Roscommon County Council has autonomy over its affairs in this regard, providing six libraries – in Roscommon, Boyle, Castlerea, Balla-

ghaderreen, Strokestown and Elphin – to the public. But that would be jeopardised if the new proposals are implemented, with the threat of libraries being closed. “I am calling on local representatives to support our fight to maintain what Roscommon currently has,” Mr. Mulligan said. “Why should Roscommon be treated in a different manner to other counties like Galway, who are not being affected at all?” He said that the plan was “ill-thought out” and “absolutely unacceptable”, and that staff had not been consulted about it.

Extra SNAs will benefit children in our schools – Hopkins Senator Maura Hopkins has welcomed the announcement by Richard Bruton, the Minister for Education, of 860 extra special needs assistants (SNAs) by the end this year. “The announcement will benefit children within primary, post primary and special schools in Roscommon and Galway,” said the Fine Gael woman. “These SNA positions will be available for allocation to schools over the period September to December 2016. “So this is good news for local children, but also good news for local people training to become an SNA who will be looking for a job. “The additional 860 SNAs allocated represent a 7 per cent increase in number of SNAs nationally and this increase is happening in response to the level of need. It will bring the total number of Special Needs Assistants to 12,900, at a total gross annual cost of €425 million.” Senator Hopkins also said that the Government planned to carry out a comprehensive assessment of the SNA scheme under the National Council for Special Education (NCSE).

AL-ANON meetings Alcoholism can tear families apart. AL-ANON – hope for families and friends of problem drinkers. Contact 0894369910. Meetings on Thursdays at 8 pm in Cuan Aire Family Life Centre, Patrick’s Street, Castlerea.

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Campaigners confident windfarm will be refused < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Campaigners are confident that An Bord Pleanála will refuse permission for the proposed windfarm at Dysart and Taughmaconnell after the oral hearing that was held in Athlone over the past week. Initially, Galetech Energy Developments applied to build 35 wind turbines in south Roscommon – 16 at Dysart and 19 at Taughmaconnell – in 2010 and 2011 respectively. Roscommon County Council, and later An Bord Pleanála, granted permission, but the decision was overturned by the High Court in 2014

after Ted Kelly, from Dysart, sought a judicial review of the decision. Ms. Justice Mary Finlay ordered that the application be remitted back to An Bord Pleanála, and Galetech has since lodged fresh applications. As part of their decision-making process, An Bord Pleanála held a three-day oral hearing in Athlone last week, which was attended by various bodies, such as the Department of Arts, Heritage and Gaeltacht. The South Roscommon Wind Turbine Action Group, chaired by Ted Kelly, also attended and were very pleased with how it panned out. “We actually got a great hearing,”

Mr. Kelly said. “Based on what happened on the last three days, we believe that the inspector is going to recommend refusal. We had great experts and we had the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht on our side.” Mr. Kelly criticised the Council for failing to attend the hearing. “Just like ourselves and the Department, the planning authority in Roscommon got the same invitation as we did to attend this oral hearing, but they did not attend the oral hearing,” he said. The Council did not respond to requests for comment.

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Senator Maura Hopkins has welcomed the recent opening of the new Endoscopy Unit at Roscommon University Hospital. The new €6 million facility is opening on a phased basis and when in full operation, 30 procedures a day will be completed. Senator Hopkins said: “As a councillor and since being elected to the Seanad, I have been liaising with the Minister for Health Simon Harris, the HSE and the Department of Health to ensure this development was completed in a timely manner. “The hospital has been

accredited by JAG to carry out endoscopies and the service will cater for patients across the region. This investment and increase in services is a very positive step in providing important health services for our region. I will continue to advocate for increased health services across Roscommon Galway.” Senator Hopkins concluded: “I have spoken with Minister for Health Simon Harris and he has agreed to perform the official opening of the new Endoscopy Unit in the coming weeks.”

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LongfordTiles&Bathrooms– Celebrating25yearsinbusiness Congratulations to LTB on their 25th anniversary and wishing them continued success from

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Longford Tiles and Bathrooms celebrate 25 years in business < DAN DOONER

Open: Monday – Saturday, 9.30 am – 6.00 pm Golf Links Road, Roscommon Tel. 090 66 25312 www.mcnultyfurniture.com

Longford Tiles and Bathrooms is celebrating 25 years in business this year. The company has come a long way since initially opening for business on Dublin Street in Longford town back in 1991. The company now has two stores, one located in New Townspark Industrial Estate in Longford, and the other located in Roscommon West Business Park on the Golf Links Road in Roscommon town. Owner, Denis Smyth, says the company has always enjoyed family input: “On leaving college in 1991 I decided to open business with my father, Tom Smyth. We both had experience in the tile trade so felt it was an opportunity to go into business together. We opened our first shop on Dublin Street in Longford. Tom was on the road while my mother and I were based in the shop.”

Despite the growth of the business and the addition of an extra premises in Roscommon, Denis said the company remains true to its roots. “It started out as a family business and remains the same with my wife Majella joining the business 17 years ago and my son Evan helping out while on holidays. My father Tom can still be seen around the country helping out where possible – his phenomenal work ethic is still evident today!” As the business expanded it outgrew its Dublin Street premises and in 1997 Denis and Tom took up residence on the Athlone Road. Five years later the company expanded further with the opening of a new 10,000 sq. ft. showroom. In 2006, the company opened a second premises, in Roscommon, and Tom said it was a dream come true. “It was always a dream of mine to have

the business to expand to where I live. It’s currently located on the Golf Links Road. We transformed the blank canvas into a 7,000 sq. ft. showroom. It opened just before the recession but with persistence has grown to the business it is today.” Denis knows that the backbone of any good business is its staff and is quick to point out the hard work of employees down through the years. “We are blessed with fantastic employees who have helped the business grow into what it is today. All our staff strive to get our customers the level of service they require. Our staff have been with us for many years and we look forward to many more years together. “We wish to thank Michael Gannon, Mark Bermingham, Brendan Burgoyne, PJ Keegan, Declan Reilly, John Duffy and Ann Reaney for all their hard work throughout the years.”

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From My Kitchen Table MIRIAM KERINS

A rural fightback in lovely Roscommon? Count this proud Dub in! I

t’s no secret that County Roscommon has faced, and still is facing, challenging times, with some government representatives, (not all, most do amazing work and stand loyally by those who voted for them, actively pursuing local issues), and national government departments and ministers making tough…oh strike the word ‘tough’ what they’re doing is making disgraceful, shameless and downright unfair decisions and cuts around facilities and funding! These actions led to job losses, business closures and scores of young, talented people emigrating away from this county, taking their skills elsewhere. However, what the big-wig grandees in their fancy pensionable, ‘I’m alright Jack’ jobs have failed to destroy throughout this lovely county is morale, commitment, pride and passion and for that reason, this week, I’m supporting, if I may, our committed editor’s pledge to fight back with this newspaper’s ‘People, Places & Possibilities’ campaign in support of rural towns and villages. Now I know I’m what some have labelled…’a blow-in,’

but sure I’ve been called worse, and of course I am a proud North Dubliner, and always will be, but I love it here; myself and the lucky man who has the privilege of being manacled to me, God help him, have made this county our home and have never been happier; so I s’pose you’re kinda stuck with me and I’d like to stand side by side with you and fight the good fight…and, as anyone whose been silly enough to take me on in the past will know, when it comes to standing up for justice and equality, I’m a formidable aul wagon, a tenacious diva, whom, once committed to a cause, will take the battle right through to the bitter end. Don’t believe me? Try me, g’wan I dare ya. You see folks, this is why I love writing for this local newspaper; it’s the commitment, it’s the faithfulness, it’s the devotion and it’s the everlasting bond it has when supporting its readers, and, essentially its community. This is why I enjoyed reading Paul Healy’s impromptu interview with Roscommon Council CEO Eugene Cummins whom apparently has a fabulous of-

Cooke – Pirate and Paedophile Eamon Cooke, or, as I knew him in my teens, the radical, rebel, radio DJ ‘Captain Cooke’, who played amazing tunes, was both a pirate and, unknown to us back then, a dirty, perverted, and finally convicted paedophile. He died two weeks ago without fully atoning for his atrocious crimes against young innocents. This vile piece of excrement has now been linked to the disappearance and murder of little Philip Cairns, who vanished without trace on October 23, 1986. I remember Philip’s mammy coming into an office where I worked on Baggot Street asking if I’d put a ‘missing’ poster in the window. I took a stack of them and spent my lunch-time handing them out to passers-by. I was heartbroken for this poor woman, this fellow mother – my eldest was a toddler back then. This week, as compelling information regarding Philip’s case was revealed, once again my thoughts, prayers and tears are with his family and the cross they must bear. Well done to the person who found the inner strength to, at last, come forward. To Cooke, I hope you’re rotting in the fiery pits of flaming hell; you twisted, filthy, despicable deviant.

fice by all accounts in the new 6,674 square metre building that financially hard-pressed people of Roscommon – me included – are funding. My first thought was, that’s luxuriously spacious; isn’t it well for him and his colleagues, I mean, why won’t a modern office cubicle do them? It’s good enough for the rest of us. Sure prisoners incarcerated in cells probably have more space and privacy… taxpayers are funding that privilege too, I might add. But I digress. And sure Mr. Cummins has made a pledge

that this new building is “saying something positive,” and, importantly, will “focus on community development and enterprise as well as Roscommon’s heritage, culture and tourism,” and that’s definitely a step in the right direction towards encouraging those who have left the area to come home, and those who may be thinking of relocating to do what we did and just do it. We had no safety net, we had no plan and no finances…what a pair of eejits I hear you say; but we took a leap of faith,

which at first, personally impaired my own mental health due to lack of job opportunities and loneliness but, feisty, determined aul bint that I am, I stuck it out and I’m glad that I did because Roscommon has so many undiscovered and untapped possibilities and resources. Given Mr. Cummins’ comments I have no doubt he’s a man who’ll be true to his word and will work to “put the heart back into our towns and villages.” Well done Sir, I’m intrigued and look forward to hearing more.

Proud of our Irish fans

You’ll never beat the Irish It’s no secret I’m not a fan of football, in fact, I don’t do sports…except to say that when Ireland qualify for the Euros I’m the big blubbering scanger from the block dressed head to toe in green, white and orange, singing Ooooleee, Ole, Ole, Ole and whinging like a two-year-old toddler. It’s a matter of national pride and something most people will understand. This week, the house is a shrine to shabby chic with tricolours hanging out of every orifice and those that are too large stand proud, floor to ceiling, in my porch. I apologise to my fabulous neighbours. My car has window stickers and flags and my uniform for the duration will be a selection of Ireland t-shirts…much to hubby’s amusement – I say amusement, what I mean is, bewilderment; but he’s wise enough to let me at it; bless him. However, my support, which is aimed at our team, is really more for those amazing Irish fans who are true feelgood ambassadors for our

country. They’re doing us immensely proud, keeping their wits and good humour about them, mingling with other nations and soaking up the atmosphere when all around…and I’m talking about the small minority of English and Russian fans, okay, hoodlums, appear to be hell-bent on causing bloody mayhem; giving their fellow countrymen and women a wholly undeserved bad reputation. Our own top cop, Garda Superintendent Gerry Delmar, who’s leading a team of eight Gardaí at the football tournament, has nothing but praise for our supporters; this, folks, is why you’ll never beat the Irish. I’m so proud of them. I’ll bet Garda Delmar’s English and Russian counterparts are green with envy…pun intended! French officials should deport those brawlers hell-bent on destroying the spirit of the event, with immediate effect. Round them up and ship them out and let the true supporters from all countries, get on with it!

newsbriefs The Rahara book – ‘A Century of Memories’ As part of the Rahara Homecoming, a book titled ‘A Century of Memories’ is about to go to press. This book can be pre-ordered at a special offer price of €15. There will be house to house calls in the parish over this week to take orders and payment for the book. In addition, people can place their orders after Rahara Mass on Sunday, 19th of June. As this is a limited edition, it is important to get your order and payment in as soon as possible.

Glenamaddy casting call! Glenamaddy Musical Society is holding auditions for roles in our upcoming production of ‘Oliver’. The auditions will take place in the Town Hall Theatre, Glenamaddy on Wednesday, 22nd of June at 8 pm. If you would like to be involved, please contact 087-9756328 for further details.

Roscommon nursery wins gold at Bloom Irish Water Plants, a nursery from Strokestown, was awarded a prestigious gold medal at the Nursery & Floral Pavilion at Bord Bia’s Bloom festival. The Nursery & Floral Pavilion, sponsored by Toyota and Lexus, showcases the best of plant nurseries with over 50 exhibits. Bord Bia’s annual Bloom festival took place from Thursday, June 2nd to Monday, June 6th. CCE session in Hamrock’s Bar There is a music session hosted in Hamrock’s Bar, Athleague, on the last Friday night of each month by Athleague branch of Comhaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann. The next session is scheduled for Friday, 24th of June. Musicians, singers, dancers, etc., all welcome on the night. Come along and enjoy the ceol, caint agus craic. There will be a raffle on the night with prizes to be won.

Hospice says thank you Roscommon/Mayo Hospice Foundation wishes to thank all the volunteers, hospice support groups and hospice shop staff for all their help with National Sunflower Days for Hospice on 10th and 11th of June. Also thanks to all those who gave so generously to the cause of Hospice and to all the stores and businesses in Roscommon and Mayo for their kind cooperation. All funds raised from the event will go solely to support local Hospice palliative care services. Your kind and generous support is greatly appreciated. If you would like to become a volunteer for hospice, please call 094-9388666.

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FACES and PLACES:

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Countdown to Midsummer’s Day with the Stars!

Phil Coulter

Deirdre O’Kane

Paddy Casey

Star-studded line-up for Boyle Arts Festival Boyle is certainly the place to be this summer, with appearances by Phil Coulter, Sharon Shannon, Paddy Casey, Frances Black, Kieran Goss and Deirdre O’Kane all lined up for the 27th annual Boyle Arts Festival, which will take place from July 21st to 31st. More details of very exciting and diverse events will soon be announced when the official programme and new website are launched, in a few weeks time. The event calendar is already burst-

ing at the seams with almost fifty events, including an eclectic mix of visual arts, music, drama, film, comedy, workshops, storytelling, children’s events, poetry, readings and much more! Tickets for a selection of events are now available to purchase in advance on www.eventbrite.ie. For more information on Boyle Arts Festival 2016 please go to www.boylearts.com www. eventbrite.ie or email info@boylearts.com Telephone 071 9663085. Follow us on Facebook.

The Midsummer’s Day with the Stars open-air Country Music Festival will take place at Roscommon Racecourse on Sunday, June 26th. Local promoter Joe Finnegan has confirmed that the event, hosted by local radio station Shannonside Northern Sound, will take place at the popular Roscommon racetrack on Sunday, June 26th. This year marks the fourth staging of this country music extravaganza in Roscommon town and a measure of its success to date is the line-up, which features some of the world’s top country acts includ-

ing the king of Irish country music, Big Tom McBride, Nathan Carter, Mike Denver, Jimmy Buckley, Derek Ryan, Lisa McHugh, Robert Mizzell, Patrick Feeney, Jim Devine, Declan Nerney, Johnny Brady, Eamon Jackson, Lee Matthews, Shane Owens, Gerry Guthrie and the ‘Hit the Diff’ man himself, Marty Moane. Once again this year Roscommon Racecourse will be transformed into a family playground with designated picnic areas and a special kiddies play area. The hospitality suites including bars and restaurants at the race track will also be open

to the public. The site will also offer free camping and parking facilities on the day. Admission to the event is by ticket only and tickets can be purchased locally in ETL Roscommon, Cahill’s SuperValu, Castlerea, Towey’s of Ballaghaderreen, Golden Discs, Athlone, Multisound in Cavan, Sound Quality in Monaghan. Tickets can also be purchased at the Shannonside Northern Sound Studios in Longford and Monaghan and on ticketmaster.ie More details are available on the Shannonside radio website and facebook page.

Will Lucy finally win at the Arts Centre? < DAN DOONER

Ballaghaderreen native Julie Sharkey will be on stage at the Arts Centre in Roscommon next Thursday night (June 23rd) at 8 pm in a show called ‘A Game Called Lucy Finally Wins’ which was written and directed by CC Kiely. The Roscommon People caught up with her earlier this week which wasn’t an easy task considering she was in San Francisco! Julie, tell me about the show… ‘A Game Called Lucy Finally Wins’ is best described as a play within a game show where the stories of Lucy’s life are

revealed entirely by chance and audience participation. With a running time of almost one hour it is a mix of stories, musical treats with a smattering of Blankety Blank, Countdown and the Generation Game. The star prize on ‘A Game called Lucy’ is a mostly full box of Roses that our host Lucy will resist giving up to the bitter end.

How does it feel to be on stage in the home place? It feels great actually. I’m from Ballaghaderreen where I have performed all of my one-woman shows over the years. I still find those performances a little bit disconcerting… when you look out and see all the familiar faces. But the faces looking back are smashing and away we go. Over the years I have gotten to know the amazing staff at Roscommon Arts Centre and like the Roscommon audience they are hugely supportive, particularly of local artists. When did you first start performing – and where? In the bay window in my cousin’s sitting

room in Granard! As children we would put together little shows and entertain the grown-ups. I trained then at the Gaiety School of Acting. When I graduated, my first professional job was with Graffiti Theatre Company in Cork City with whom I continued to work for two years. It is true. I have worked in Fair City playing two different roles at two different times. But that’s soap for you. Storylines change all the time and occasionally you may get lucky enough to play more than one role! I’ve just finished ‘The Big Wall’, a show with the Hawkswell in Sligo that brought the audience on a journey through Sligo Courthouse and the old Sligo Jail. What can the audience expect on Thursday, June 23rd? A Game Called Lucy is a pure and simple entertaining show. I’ve been touring this show over the past year to festivals and theatres and the response has been super. You can expect to laugh a lot, spend a really easy, fun-filled hour with this character Lucy. If you like your game shows, then you’ll love A Game Called Lucy!

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Hamrock’s Athleague, Co. Roscommon Tel.: (090) 6663325 Saturday night, 18th June:

Ballymahon Ramblers The Country Ballroom

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Sunday, 19th June -

Johnny Brady & his band Ballroom available for all events - functions, meetings, etc The Country Ballroom - The liveliest dance venue in the region!

Castlecoote Lodge

cinema & leisure complex NEW RELEASES FRI 17th JUNE

JJ HARLOWS - Market Square, Roscommon Telephone: 090 6626225

Centre Point Retail Park Roscommon KIDS MOVIE CLUB (KMC) Adult & Kids Tickets ONLY €3 each For All Enquiries Tel: 090-6665333 facebook/ C & L plex

Friday 17th June:

The Secret Life Of Pets

PREMIERE SAT 18th SUN 19th 13:35

Week Commencing Fri 17th June—Thurs 23rd June

Movie Times

ALICE: THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS 2D (PG)

11:45 (KMC); 14:10

ANGRY BIRDS 2D (G)

12:30 (KMC); 14:45; 17:00

GODS OF EGYPT 2D (12A)

15:55; 18:35; 21:20

ME BEFORE YOU (12A)

16:35; 19:00; 21:25

MONEY MONSTER (15A)

19:15

MOTHERS DAY (12A)

16:35; 21:20

THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS (G) Premieres Sat 18th & Sun 19th 13:35

13:35 Sat 18th & Sun 19th ONLY

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: 2D (12A)

11:50 (KMC); 13:30; 16:10

THE BOSS (15A)

14:20; 19:05; 21:30

THE CONJURING 2 (15A)

18:35; 21:15

WARCRAFT: THE BEGINNING 2D (12A) No Show Sat 18th & Sun 19th

13:35

BAR AND LOUNGE

The Square House Social Saturday 18th June:

The Calvinists

Castlecoote, Roscommon

Mid-Summer Trad Session Friday, 17th June commencing at 10pm

Great Music, Song, Dance & Story

Sunday 19th June:

Refreshments served EVERYBODY WELCOME Te l e p h o n e : 0 8 7 6 3 3 5 5 11

Castlecoote Lodge midsummer ‘Trad Night’ The monthly trad night at Castlecoote Lodge takes place this Friday, June 17th, starting at 10 pm. Come along for another exhilarating session of music, song, dance and story at the Lodge. Last month’s session saw an unbelievable array of talented performers take part. This exciting session was filmed by Mimar Media as part of a documentary film on the River Suck, its people, heritage and culture. It was commissioned by Suck Valley Angling Hub and Suck Valley Development Cooperative Society Ltd. The film, titled ‘Along By The River: Discover the River Suck’, will be premiered in Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday, August 26th at 8 pm as part of Heritage Week. There is no need to wait that long to experience the lively session at the Lodge. Why not come along on to Friday night’s session where you will receive a warm welcome.

Elphin CCE summer sizzler on Friday Elphin CCE branch will hold a summer sizzler session on Friday (June 17th) in Timmy Murray’s, Elphin at 10 pm. Special guest is Padraig King, the 2009 All-Ireland accordion champion, from Limerick. All musicians and singers welcome.

The Calvinists live at JJ’s this weekend

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n Saturday, JJ’s will show the

Republic of Ireland’s crunch Euro 2016 game against the Belgians. Later on Saturday evening, Roscommon town’s prime live music venue will play host to The Calvinists. The Calvinists are a four-piece band from Co. Cork and will take to the stage at JJ Harlow’s this Saturday evening. They are: Taidhg Burke on vocals and bass, Frank Wieler on vocals and a variety of instruments, Darragh Coakley on drums and Marc De Zoeten on vocals and guitar. Marc took one for the team earlier this week and spoke with Dan Dooner. Okay, nice easy one to start with. Ireland v Belgium: predictions please? Ireland 2 Belgium 1 if the Boys in Green are up for it. Belgium were very poor against Italy and being the underdog is always an incentive for the Irish team to play well. COYBIG! Looking ahead to Saturday night in JJ’s, what can the audience expect? A good time full of dancing, jumping, yodelling and all other sorts of shenanigans. We will be playing a lot of our own originals that have elements of gypsy folk, ska, blues, rock and world music. We will also be playing some

known tunes that people can boogie to. We’re looking forward to it as it has been a while since we played J.J Harlow’s. It’s dream gig time. Describe the set-up and Line-up for your perfect gig. Well if we had our way we would have a lot of musicians from all over the world taking part, on a big stage where the crowd are very near us. It would really just be a big hooly! Would you rather headline a sell-out stadium tour or absolutely rock an intimate tour around Europe’s best live music venues? Definitely rocking an intimate tour of Europe. A lot of our gigs are about interacting with the audience and stadiums are quite impersonal in that regard. We want to be able to see people dancing and howling and generally having a good time from the stage. Finally, what’s your idea of the perfect weekend? Ideally, playing two rocking gigs on a Friday and Saturday where the gear has been set up for us followed by a nice chilled gig on a Sunday. We really don’t need much to keep us happy!

Cara Ceol * No Cover Charge, all gigs are at 10pm approx unless stated otherwise * Search for us on facebook: JJ-Harlows- The- Square-Roscommon-Town

BEER OF THE WEEK! JJ Harlows supporting Irish Micro Breweries

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Chamber’s support for Country Music Festival < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

To support ‘Midsummer’s Day with the Stars’ – the Country Music Festival in Roscommon Racecourse on Sunday, June 26th – Roscommon Chamber of Commerce is organising various events around the county town that weekend. To help create a festival atmosphere, the Chamber has organised piped music around the town for the weekend. There will be a host of events in various premises’ to ensure that concert-goers enjoy their trip to Roscommon. Country music will be played at numerous bars in the town over the weekend in question. Other events will be organised around the town closer to the date, in conjunction with Roscommon County Council. Seán Mahon, the President of Roscommon Chamber, said that the event in Roscommon Racecourse had been hugely successful in recent years and that the Chamber were delighted to support it. “The event has been a phenom-

Robert Mizzell

enal success for the last number of years and all credit must go to Shannonside and Joe Finnegan for coming up with the idea and running with it,” he said. “They have developed it into an essential part of the summer calendar events around the country.

“The Chamber are delighted with the continuing success of the event and hope, in conjunction with Shannonside, to grow the event into a weekend festival through greater involvement of the businesses in Roscommon.”

Beyond the Pale and live in Roscommon

CCE session in McGourty’s on Friday

Phillip Donnelly will appear in JC Doorly’s Bar, Roscommon town on Thursday, June 23rd and Daly’s Lounge, Boyle on Saturday, June 25th as part of his ‘Beyond The Pale’ tour. Phillip is recognised, by both his peers and audience alike, as being one of Ireland’s most gifted and popular musicians. Over the course of his career to date Phillip has recorded and toured with some of the world’s best artists including Johnny Cash, Emmylou Harris and The Everly Brothers to name just a few. Phillip has just released his new album, Beyond The Pale, which features duets with John Prine and Crystal Gayle Phillip will be appearing in Doorly’s next Thursday (June 23rd) and Daly’s Lounge in Boyle next Saturday (June 25th).

Castlerea CCE have their next session of traditional music on this Friday (June 17th) at McGourty’s, Castlerea from around 9.30 pm. Come along for the craic.

Pictured at the launch of Castles in Communities and Reach for a Star in Kenny’s, Ballintubber were Ella Thompson, Shannon Gardner, Caoimhe Cunnane and Molly Cunnane. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the launch of Castles in Communities and Reach for a Star in Kenny’s, Ballintubber were Frank O’Toole, Gail Murray and Majella Greaney. Picture: Andrew Fox

Solstice Choir for Trinity Arts Centre Roscommon Solstice Choir will be on stage at Trinity Arts Centre, Castlerea on Sunday night, 19th of June. Doors open at 7.30 pm, and concert starts at 8 pm. Tickets (€10) on sale in Lyons Mace, Mulvihill’s, McSharry’s Pharmacy and at Trinity Arts Centre on Friday, June 17th from 5 pm-7 pm. Booking also taken on 086-1081004. This concert is in aid of Trinity Arts Centre. Your support for this beautiful venue is appreciated.

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Pictured in Rourke’s, Creggs on Saturday night last were Jim O’Rourke and Brian Neilan.

Pictured in Rourke’s, Creggs on Saturday night last were Stephen, Eve, Olivia and Richard Smyth and Lorraine Conlon.

ces Faces & Pla Andrew Fox Photographs:

Rourke’s, Creggs

Pictured in Rourke’s, Creggs on Saturday night last were Deirdre Bradley, Bina Harris and Miriam Killian.

Pictured in Rourke’s, Creggs on Saturday night last were Mary and Padraig Kelly.

Pictured in Rourke’s, Creggs on Saturday night last were Sharon and Marie Carr.

Pictured in Rourke’s, Creggs on Saturday night last were Colette Hanley and Fiona Brandon.

Pictured in Rourke’s, Creggs on Saturday night last were Joe, Tracey and Frank McGovern.

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An evening with the Solstice Choir ‘I drive Eimear mad!’ Andrew Reynolds (Co-Musical Director) While Eimear is regimented and all about the music, Andrew Reynolds sings from a different hymn sheet, or at least that’s the impression I was given last week! Andrew said: “It never really comes together until hours before a show sometimes. Eimear and I have artistic differences, she is completely for the music and the music sometimes goes out the window with me! Eimear is regimented and organised and I’m different, I drive her mad sometimes (laughs). “It’s difficult when you’re dealing with so many people and they all have different musical strengths. Myself and the wonderful crew usually arrive to the venue hours before a performance, so it’s a long day. “Everyone in the choir and around the choir is fantastic. We also have an amazing committee, and since Jimmy Hoban came on board it’s so well run. It’s a pleasure to be working with all of them.”

< DAN DOONER

I had the pleasure of spending last Sunday evening in Fourmilehouse in the company of the Roscommon Solstice Choir. I made my grand entrance and interrupted a rehearsal of ‘This is the Moment’. I had certainly picked my moment! I was given a very warm welcome and took my seat at the back as Eimear and Andrew Reynolds put the choir through their paces. It quickly became clear that had Eimear been in charge of the Roscommon footballers earlier that day, they probably wouldn’t have risked going back to the changing rooms at half-time! It’s important that practice is so meticulous especially considering the busy summer programme the Solstice Choir is about to embark upon. Things need to be pitch perfect, and every member listened intently as the Reynolds siblings fine-tuned each song.

I was lucky to get a free private show, and I can tell you that it would be worth getting to a performance this summer. On Friday the choir will perform at the official opening of Roscommon Civic Offices at 2 pm before kicking off their summer schedule in Donamon Castle Church in aid of Cloverhill NS and Creggs NS Sunshine Room at 8 pm that evening. Later on, Solstice Choir PRO, James Hoban, gave me his thoughts on the choir. “It’s a real feel-good experience. You are part of a wonderful group of people who are doing so much good for the community. “Over €100,000 has been raised for worthy causes over the last number of years. Singing is also wonderful therapy and so many from both within the choir and outside benefit from it. “For me, the choir is the success story of the midlands. Fantastic directors, crew, musicians and members all working together. What more could you want?”

Solstice Choir PRO, James Hoban

‘We get it done, it works!’ Eimear Reynolds (Co-Musical Director) At 25 years of age Eimear Reynolds is juggling a singing career with helping to guide the Roscommon Solstice Choir. She told me that she wouldn’t have it any other way despite the “creative differences” between herself and her brother Andrew! “The week of a big performance is always a stressful time but everyone works really hard and brings their A game during performances. It’s always alright on the night! “When Marie Gillooly approached us, I didn’t think I’d be able for the job! I’ve learned more from this choir than I did at college.” As for her brother, Andrew, Eimear said: “Because we’re brother and sister we don’t tolerate each other (laughs) – you know if it was someone else you might compromise. Andrew has them in the palm of his hand and then I come out and they know I mean business. We get it done though, it certainly works! “I absolutely love it though, I owe so much of my own career to the choir. I’ve sung with people I’d never have had the chance to perform with!”

Members of Roscommon Solstice Choir. Picture: Andrew Fox.

‘I have to play referee sometimes!’

‘Choir is a great outlet for members’

Hilary Reynolds (Rooskey)

Marie Gillooly (Roscommon town)

Hilary not only sings in the Solstice Choir, she also has the task of refereeing disputes and mediating creative differences between her son Andrew and her daughter Eimear! “I am proud of them of course and it’s great that it has all worked out so well. They’re close, although there can be arguments about the music! “I absolutely love coming down for practice on Sundays. The people are great and this choir wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for the great people.” Hilary Reynolds and Marie Gillooly

“I was one of the founding members and I’m absolutely delighted with what it has become. It’s people sharing their love of music to help others while bringing joy and friendship into their own lives. “I’m very thankful for the friendships and camaraderie that has developed from the choir.The choir has done so much good, it has raised over €100,000 and heightened awareness of worthy causes and charities. We get fantastic feedback from people associated with these worthy causes. For members it’s a great way of socialising and it’s also an a great stress reliever. It’s a great outlet for people.”

‘We want to make charities proud’ Margaret Coughlan (Boyle)

Andrew and Eimear Reynolds

“I never miss a Sunday, I’d miss my friends if I did! It’s a fantastic social outlet and I look forward to it every week. “Because we’re so interested and committed, we don’t want to let Andrew and Eimear down. We want to do our best for them and the charities and to make them proud. Andrew is a fabulous conductor and with himself and Eimear we are always so well prepared. Being a part of a group makes it easier too, we all want to be performers and all the stops are pulled out. We’re now gearing ourselves towards this week’s performances while looking forward to the next one too.”

‘People come from all over to sing!’ Pat McHugh (Strokestown) “I’ve been with the choir from the start. We initially started as a Christmas carol choir in the Kilglass and Kiltrustan areas. I became a member because I like singing and I like the choir singing. People from all over the county and further afield come along to sing. Having practice on Sunday evening is perfect because these people have time to give on Sundays. There are about 20 men in the choir, there are more women, we’re small in quantity but great in quality! A lot of work goes into it, Andrew and Eimear are very good and of course James on the keyboard. I’m really looking forward to the summer programme now, we all are.”

‘I look forward to seeing everyone each week’ Vera Cusack (Strokestown) “I look forward to the choir very much each week. When you get to the ‘twilight years’ there’s not many social groups or activities for people my age so I look forward to meeting everyone. I enjoy their company – and I hope they like mine! (Laughs). “When it was founded – during our carol service in Kiltrustan – we discussed the possibility of getting together and forming this group and it just took off. I have enjoyed every moment since.”

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Timely gift ideas for Father’s Day! < MIRIAM KERINS

For those Roscommon People readers stuck for ways to show their appreciation to wonderful fathers across the county this weekend, not to worry, we’ve got some timely tips just for you! * Make up a personalised wine, cheese and cracker hamper with a bottle of dad’s fave red and white tipple, some nice Irish mature cheddar, a triangle of brie, a roll of goats’ cheese and a few boxes of gourmet crackers. You’ll get all these items at the local farmers’ market and dad will simply devour your pressie whilst watching the Euros from the comfort of his favourite armchair. * If you’re stuck for something from the little ones; why not pop into the local gift shop, pick up an inexpensive photo frame and pop in a nice family photo – include the dog or cat – and present it to dad on Sunday morning as he

eats his specially prepared breakfast. It’s cheap, it’s cheerful and, most of all, it’s personal. * If dad is a bit of an adrenalin, thrill-seeking daredevil, (most dads are), why not treat him to a flying lesson? Now this is a gift I’d actually enjoy receiving myself. * If dad is the sporty type – mine’s not – neither is hubby – but a lot of dads love their golf and, despite their protestations, they’d really like to improve their game; well then, a half-day’s lesson with a Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) expert would definitely guarantee you ‘favourite child’ status this Sunday. * If you’ve got one of those difficult-to-buy-for dads, don’t worry. Why not get a One for All gift voucher, or a voucher for his favourite book store, a FromMe2U gift card, a voucher for a local restaurant or overnight stay in a local hotel. Then again, what about getting

him a pampering gift of a nice neck and back massage voucher; or, if he’s thinking of planning a summer holiday, pop into the local travel agents and

leave a deposit with them; that way when he goes in to book that trip, he’ll get a lovely surprise. Whatever you choose, or however you cel-

ebrate, we would like to wish all those special, inspirational, positive role model Roscommon dads a Happy Father’s Day – we love you lots!

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We love him… dear aul dad!

Ógra FF thinking big!

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While it’s true almost any man can father a child; becoming an actual ‘Dad’ means something completely different. As someone who has, and always did have, a wonderfully close and loving relationship with my own darling dad, I count myself as being very lucky. A dad is a child’s first example of what it’s like to be a man, a nurturer, a carer, a husband/partner and a provider. A dad is the person we turn to when something goes wrong; and, of course, when something wonderful happens; dad is the person we want to share our good fortune with. Dad is also the man who sets the bar by which we mark and shape all future relationships we will have with men throughout our lives. So yes, you could say that having a dad, or a special father figure in our lives, is extremely important. However that father doesn’t necessarily have to be our actual biological dad, he could be a grandfather, a surrogate dad, an adopted or foster dad, an uncle, a step-dad, a friend of the family or even a school teacher, etc. it doesn’t matter so long as

that special person makes a positive and happy contribution to a child’s/ individual’s life. However, given that the times, they are a changin’, and with the transition of economics and of course the marriage equality referendum last year which has thankfully led to some much more positive, undefined yet wonderfully flexible, functional roles for the modern dad, with family structures of all kinds now being in place across Ireland; the once so-called duties of the traditional father have changed from the stereotypical, slipper wearin’, pipe smokin’ disciplinarian breadwinner to the nappy changin’, dinner makin’, dish washin’, baby bathin’, all-rounder – with hard-working mothers sharing the responsibility of contributing to the family finances, it’s clear that a dad’s role has led to a more open and more inclusive family environment. The modern Irish dad guides his kiddies through those first years in primary school, watches as they make (and fall out with) little pals, attends the school nativity play; probably throwing together the odd costume, (even if it is a dirty t-towel on the poor

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child’s head for his Wise Man role); expertly, (along with mam), dad navigates the teens through secondary school, vets the new ‘cool’ usually unsuitable friends, struggles through the angst of puberty years and the excitement of graduation ceremonies. Dad shares the neverending taxi duties with mam when the kids need ferrying to and from the disco; he has the awkward

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conversation around sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll and helps with college applications and first job interview fears and woes. Yes, it’s fair to say, the good aul Irish daddy is a true, unsung hero and so, this Sunday, as it’s Father’s Day, kids across Roscommon, both young and old, have a chance to show just how much that special man in their lives means to them.

The Roscommon branch of Ógra Fianna Fáil are planning to launch a bid to stage the Ógra Fianna Fáil National Youth Conference in the county in 2017. The conference is due to be held in a Connacht or Ulster venue next year. The matter was discussed at a wellattended meeting of the Roscommon branch in the Mill Bar at Bealnamullia, near Athlone, on Wednesday, June 8th.

Afterwards, Alan Kelly, the vicechairman, said: “We are delighted to announce that Roscommon Ógra will launch a determined and concerted bid to host the Ógra Fianna Fáil National Youth Conference in 2017. “A successful bid would see the biggest Ógra event of the year being held in Roscommon over a weekend in 2017. Mr. Kelly said that another meeting would be held in July to finalise plans for the bid.

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Liam Callaghan has been chosen to fill Senator Maura Hopkins’s vacant seat on Roscommon County Council. Mr. Callaghan beat three other contenders – Charlie Hopkins, Jan Flanagan and Anne Higgins – in Fine Gael’s Selection Convention, held in the Percy French Hotel, Strokestown, on Monday night. The precise outcome of the vote was not revealed; it was simply declared that Mr. Callaghan was the overall winner. Linda Doorly had also been nominated, but she withdrew from the contest on the night. Peter Burke, the Longford-Westmeath TD, chaired the proceedings.

Mr. Callaghan served as a councillor in the Castlerea Electoral Area, which is now defunct, from 2009 to 2014. He stood in the new Boyle Municipal District in the 2014 local elections, but lost out, while Ms. Hopkins succeeded. However, a vacancy arose in Boyle area in April when Senator

Hopkins had to relinquish her seat upon election to the Seanad. “I am delighted to get back to the Council,” Mr. Callaghan said. “It was a tough campaign.” Mr. Callaghan’s term as a councillor will begin on June 27th when he will be co-opted on to the Council at a plenary meeting of the local authority.

Kerrane secures Dáil position Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin’s recent General Election candidate in Roscommon-Galway, has secured a job in the Dáil! She has been appointed as political advisor to John Brady, the party’s TD for Wicklow-East Galway. The 24-year-old, who will be based in the Dáil five days a week, started work last week. Deputy Brady is Sinn Féin spokesperson on Social Protection. Ms. Kerrane, from Tibohine, Castlerea, plans to move to Dublin.

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Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps are run throughout the summer, from Monday to Friday, 10 am to 2.30 pm, in 16 venues across Roscommon. See www.gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps for a full list of venues across the county and the island of Ireland. Attendance is open to primary school children, aged six to 13 years. Roscommon Cúl Camps are structured so that a different aspect of the game

is worked on each day. The programme involves coaching specific skills of the game and provides the opportunity for children to put into practice what they have learned through small-sided games. On the last day of the camp, a blitz will be organised to provide each child with an introduction to competitive games. A Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps kit – including jersey, shorts and socks and

backpack in Roscommon colours – are included in the cost of the camp. If you book more than one child in your family to attend a camp, there is a special rate of €45 for the second child and €40 for the third and any other child. Book a second camp for the same child at a special rate of €35. The booking method used for the original camp must be used for the second camp.

Children attending camps in Roscommon should bring the following items: a packed lunch and drink, hurley and helmet for hurling and camogie, mouth-guard, suitable playing gear, rain jacket and changes of gear, suncream/baseball hat, towel and water. For more information, call Willie Hegarty, the Roscommon co-ordinator of Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps, on 086-8356227.

A summer of fun at Cloverhill NS! The ever-popular Cloverhill NS Summer Camp is back again from August 15th to the 19th this year. Successful summer camps have been run in the school for the last three years with lots of sports, games and activities for all ages. The camp finishes up with a family fun party day for everyone!

Cloverhill National School is located on the outskirts of Roscommon town with excellent and modern teaching facilities. It caters for classes from Junior Infants to Sixth Class as well as offering an after school club for infant classes from 2 pm to 3 pm. Children enjoy a wide range

of learning and extra-curricular activities. The school also has a bus service running to and from the school daily. If you would like any further information or are interested in enrolling your child/children please call 090 6625854 or email cloverhillns@campus.ie.

Nikki, Cathal and Daniel Nerney at the launch of the poetry book for children by Gerry Boland at Roscommon Library recently. Pic: Glynn’s Photography, Castlerea.

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We all know that with everything, there’s a certain amount of risk involved – and summer barbequing is no different. You see, combining potentially explosive fuels, delicious tasting food, hot surfaces, sunshine, kids, crowds, pets, the excitement of the Euros and alcohol can all have the capacity for disaster. And so, this week, as brave Limerick mother Joanne McMahon, who miraculously survived with her life, having sustained serious, disfiguring facial, neck and body burns in a horrific barbeque fire went on to raise over €200,000 in a charitable event for the national burns unit in St James’s Hospital, Dublin – where she received lifesaving treatment – we’d like to offer Roscommon revellers who may be entertaining thoughts of hosting summer barbeques a bit of timely advice in order to ensure

that everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience. 1. It may seem obvious, but wash your hands thoroughly before touching any food. 2. Never use a plate/ surface that previously held raw meat/fish for anything else, unless it’s been forensically cleaned in hot, soapy water and wipe down all utensils and cooking areas. I use antibacterial sprays on everything. 3. Place your BBQ on a flat, steady surface well away from sheds, trees and buildings. 4. Give your BBQ an NCT to ensure it’s in proper working order. 5. Keep kids, pets, vulnerable guests and those under the influence of alcohol well away from the BBQ and keep a bucket of water handy in the event of emergencies. 6. Never leave the BBQ unattended, and, if you have to move away, never leave a minor in charge. 7. If using a gas BBQ, make sure the tap is

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Roscommon County Council Library Services is delighted to be hosting a variety of events and activities over the coming summer months. We kick off this Friday, June 17th with storytelling for age 5 and under, on the Mobile Library to celebrate the official opening of the Áras an Chontae. The storytelling will take place at 11.30, 12.30 & 1.30 on the Mobile parked at the back of the Áras. There will also be displays from the Roscommon Fire Services and Roscommon

Civil Defence, and other activities such as face painting. Roscommon Library will be continuing its’ Parent Toddler group on Wednesday mornings at 10.15. All Libraries in Roscommon are taking part in the first national Reading challenge called Summer Stars; we will be commencing from July 1st. Children can take part by taking up the challenge of reading up to six books over the course of July and August, and there are prizes along the way, from first joining up to comple-

tion of the challenge. Further details of the challenge will be available from your local library. July is marked by a number of fantastic festivals and conferences throughout the County. The Library will be supporting the Percy French Festival July 6th to 8th, with an exhibition in Roscommon Library. There will also be a talk entitled French’s contribution to the Irish Literary Revival by Dr Brendan McEvoy in Roscommon Library Seminar room on July 7th at 8pm. To mark the annual Doug-

las Hyde Conference on July 21st there will also be an exhibition in Ballaghaderreen Library. As part of the Boyle Art’s Festival, Boyle Library will host an exhibition of works from the Boyle Camera Club and they will also host reading by Gerry Boland from his new children’s book The secret lives of mothers. Castlerea Library will be hosting a talk and exhibition on Fr. Michael O’Flanagan during the Castlerea Rose Festival. Our Summer activities come to a close in August with the ever

popular Heritage week which this year runs from the 20th to the 28th August. During the week there will be a number of events in Libraries including the launch of the current phase of the Roscommon Media Archive and a focus on content from the archive relating to 2016. We are also hosting From fleece to piece in Strokestown and Roscommon Libraries where children will be able to watch a demo of spinning wool and will be encouraged to have a go.

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Now that the sun is splitting the Roscommon rocks, we’ve no doubt readers will be daring to bare, and all in the name of getting a fantastic, celebrity style tan. However, there appears to be a particular treatment on the market that’s become increasingly popular with many of those who wish to enhance their skin colour from pale and interesting to bronzed, sculpted Barbie doll goddess. These are certain tanning injection solutions which are currently being

purchased online. But buyer beware, because the practice of injecting yourself in order to get a tan was the subject of a recent RTE news health report where The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) issued a warning concerning such merchandise, which, by the way, has not been adequately tested and, as such, are not deemed safe for human use. However, at only €40 a pop, the product, which comes in powder form – sometimes accompanied by a solution – is being snapped up by those who are literally dicing with

their health leading to the Irish Cancer Society describing the practice of using them as being “sheer madness”. You see, while most of us tan-obsessed fair skinned folk purchase a tanning lotion from a pharmacy or supermarket and apply it to our skin, some people seem to prefer to inject these products into their bodies in order to produce melanin, a substance that makes the skin turn brown. However, as the solution stimulates the body to produce 1,000 times more melanin than what would naturally occur, it also produces

serious side effects including depression, nausea, cardiovascular problems, skin cancer and stroke! So, if you’re going for that natural tan, as in, from the sun, how do you do it safely? According to The Irish Cancer Society’s ‘6 Step SunSmart Code,’ you’re advised to ‘seek shade, cover up, wear sunglasses and sunscreen and check the UV Index to get the best protection possible.’ However, there’s more detailed information available on www.cancer. ie/reduce-your-risk. So you see, there’s really no excuse to put your health at risk this summer.

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Sun shines as Glanduff raises Green Flag Glanduff National School in Lecarrow raised its third Green Flag (water conservation) on a beautiful, sunny day in Lecarrow recently. Principal Arthur Geraghty welcomed Suzanne Dempsey, the Green Schools co-ordinator from Roscommon County Council, local councillors Paddy Kilduff and Laurence Fallon, parents and friends to sunny Glanduff. In introducing the Guest of Honour, Denis Naughten, Minister for Com-

munications, Climate Change and the Environment, Mr. Geraghty praised his loyalty to Roscommon, and wished him well as a government minister. Suzanne Dempsey congratulated the pupils on their success, and said she was confident that they would continue to respect their environment at home and at school. Ms. O’Toole, Glanduff Green Schools organiser, outlined the progress of the two-year project at

the school. The Green Schools Committee presented the flag to Minister Naughten and he raised it to great applause. The Green Schools project is about the school community putting its shoulder to the wheel to change a whole mindset around environmental matters and to enact a culture change. The school choir entertained the guests with Irish songs and music from The Peace Proms Choir.

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The family are direct descendants of Connacht’s traditional ruling dynasty. The present house at Clonalis dates back to 1878 but the expansive parkland over which it looks has been in the possession of the family for 1,500 years. The house is open to the public Monday to Saturday from 11 am and 5 pm between June 1st and August 31st. With guided tours until 3.45

pm each day this is the perfect way to spend a summer’s day. Clonalis House is also a member of Hidden Ireland and offers guests the opportunity to enjoy bed and breakfast in this beautiful country house. Find out how you can explore one of Ireland’s Historic Houses by calling 094 9620014, emailing: infor@ clonalis.com or logging onto www. clonalis.com.

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Remember, if flying, recommended amounts of certain medications may differ so again, check with your doctor! • As we all have to remove footwear during pre-boarding security checks, allow kids to wear shoes that’re easy to pull off and put back on. • Don’t bother packing cutie pie swimsuits for kids; UV swimwear that covers the entire body is your best protection from sunburn, and slather on total sunblock to exposed body parts. And, no matter how much they protest, make them wear a sun hat!

Explore the river with Suck Valley Kayaking Camps This summer is the perfect opportunity to learn how to Kayak with Suck Valley Kayaking Camps for 10 to 18-year-olds. Based in Athleague, Co. Roscommon, Suck Valley Kay-

aking is the perfect location to explore the river this summer. Week one takes place between Monday, July 25th and Friday, July 29th, while week two is the following week, Monday,

August 1st to Friday, August 5th. The cost is €80 per child. For more information call Ruairi Leddy on 086-7741623 or check out Suck Valley Kayaking Camps on Facebook.

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Barnardos Big Toddle at Glendeer A Barnardos Big Toddle will take place at 2 pm this Friday (June 17th) at Glendeer Pet Farm. The Barnardos Big Toddle sponsored by Toddlebox is a fun way for toddlers

and their families to support the vital work that Barnardos does with more than 11,300 children and families in communities across Ireland. This year, a number of

family attractions around the country are holding Big Toddle events and are inviting members of the public to come along and enjoy the toddling fun! This June thousands of

toddlers across Ireland – including 565 toddlers in crèches across Roscommon – will take up the challenge to toddle a halfmile sponsored walk and raise a roaring €250,000

Visit all the animals at Glendeer Pet Farm! Summer is the perfect time to visit Glendeer Pet Farm. You get to interact with animals such as deer, pigs, llamas, alpaca, emus, goats, donkeys, monkeys, Honey the raccoon and Rio the parrot and many more! Each child will get a bag of food to feed the friendly animals as they make their way around the 12acre farm. A season ticket allows unlimited access to the farm until September 25th, and this will allow you check in with animals as they grow.

Glendeer is located just 4 kms from the M6 (exit 13), and has something for everyone from the double obstacle course, zipwire and the maze to the sand barn and Fairy Trail. Pop along any day to see the animals and bring a picnic to avail of the indoor/outdoor picnic areas or relax in the coffee shop. The secluded Fairy Trail is a relaxing walk, but make sure to keep your eyes open for fairies! Open hours until September 25th: Monday- Saturday, 11 am to 6 pm and Sunday, 12 pm to 6 pm.

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Summer entertainment at Carrick Cineplex! There’s lots to see and do this summer at Carrick Cineplex, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Roscommon. The award-winning cinema, café and wine bar opens daily during summer holidays, midweek from 1 pm (5 pm during term times), 11.30 am Saturdays, also late shows every Friday and Saturday night! Watch all the latest releases projected by top of the range Sony 4K equipment in the comfort of reclining seats in our luxury screens accompanied by your favourite snacks, gourmet coffees and wines, or enjoy daily until late in the stylish Art Deco-style Café Paradiso, or if the sun is shining, outside on our patio. New superb family films for summer include The Secret Life of Pets, Ice Age: Collision Course and Finding Dory! There’s also lots for grownups including Independence Day: Resurgence, Ghostnusters, Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates and Suicide Squad. We are also delighted to present André Rieu’s 2016 Maastricht Classical Concert live this July 23rd at 7 pm and 24th at 3 pm. Pre-booking highly recommended. Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie – Preshow Party & Film Screenings. Arrive to Cafe Paradiso 1 hour before the 8.30 pm and 11.30 pm film screenings on the opening night, Friday, 1st July for an ‘Ab-Fab’ drinks reception, sip cocktails listening to the best of 90’s tunes and be in with a chance of winning prizes for best character costumes on the night – are you an Edina or a Patsy? Pre-booking essential! Visit www.carrickcineplex.ie for full listings and online booking, phone us on 071 9672000 or find us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram! (Advertorial).

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An artistic summer at the School of Art The summer programme for Roscommon School of Art continues with classes for all age groups. Children’s summer camps are very popular and begin on Monday, July 4th and run for three weeks in the morning, 10 am-1 pm daily. Children will enjoy drawing, painting, clay modelling, and printmaking, in a creative and relaxed atmosphere. For older artists, Tuesday evenings will see the art school conduct-

ing a series of one off workshops for adults. Participants can enjoy classes in oils, acrylics and watercolours as well as workshops in clay and printmaking. Artists will leave with a finished piece on the night. A summer painting course will be held from Tuesday, August 2nd to Saturday, August 6th from 11 am-3.30 pm daily. Finally, the Portfolio Preparation course continues to run over the

summer every Tuesday evening between 7 pm and 9 pm and is suitable for those who wish to pursue a career in art and design. Past pupils have followed careers in fashion/textiles, architecture, ceramics, animation, art teaching, film making, fine art, games design and graphic design. Over 80 students of the school have attended the National College of Design with an impressive 12 past pupils graduating

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Before you get your feet wet this summer…get some skills < MIRIAM KERINS

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we are constantly surrounded by water, and so, when the sun shines, whether it’s going for a swim in the local pool, buying an inflated paddling pool for kiddies in the supermarket or enjoying a quick, impromptu dip in a nearby river or lake, sadly, it’s a fact that getting some relief from the hot rays may sometimes mean putting your life in danger. Therefore, as a shocking 37 young children, all under the age of 14 have tragically died as a result of drowning over the past decade in Ireland, and, as the Irish Water Safety Association’s Awareness Week falls between 20th and 26th of this month, we’ve put together a few

useful tips around keeping your little ones safe when playing around water this summer. • Never, ever take your eye off your child when around or near water; this means don’t read a magazine, text, make a phone call or take a selfie, etc. • It’s important that the supervising adult is a confident and competent swimmer in the event they need to jump into water in an emergency situation. • If in the water with your children, always remain at arm’s length in the event a small child slips beneath the surface. • If you need to leave the pool or water area, take your child with you and never leave an older child in charge. • Inflatable devices are toys meaning they’re highly unsuitable as floatation devices and are

therefore a hazard. • Teach your child never to push others or to get involved in messing, running, jumping or diving around or into water. • Remain sober when supervising kids around water – this is difficult when on holiday or when enjoying a refreshing drink in the sunshine; however, alcohol impairs your judgement and your swimming abilities. • Take a basic lifesaving skills course – remember, your child’s positive outcome depends on a quick rescue and resuscitation, should they stop breathing. • If swimming on the beach, locate one that has lifeguards on duty and make sure you’re familiar with the water symbols and various flags indicating beach conditions. For more info log onto www.iws.ie

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keen stitcher and wannabe fashion designer, they are going to love Michelle’s Fashion Camp where they get to work on sewing machines and design, make and upcycle their own clothes. All materials are provided in camps and the only thing they need to bring is a drink and snack. So what are you waiting for? Call Michelle on 085-1111984 to book your place or visit her website michellemadethis.com or facebook.com/michellemadethis for more details.

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Residents and staff celebrate Nursing Homes Week 2016 N

ursing Homes in Co. Roscommon are celebrating the positivity of nursing home life and excellent care that they are providing to older people in our local communities by participating in a national celebration of nursing home care: Nursing Homes Week 2016. Co. Roscommon Nursing Homes are engaging in the week’s celebration, which runs from Monday, June 13th, to Sunday, June 19th. Nursing home residents, their relatives and friends, staff and wider communities will celebrate the outstanding, life enhancing health and social care provided by dedicated staff within nursing homes in our local communities. This year many nursing homes across the country are backing the Boys in Green, with Nursing Homes Week coinciding with Ireland’s games against Sweden and Belgium. Celebrations that tie in with our participation in the championships are being hosted in nursing homes to gather residents, their family and friends together to watch

Gearing up for Nursing Homes Week: Out enjoying the fine weather with a leisurely rickshaw cycle at Marymount Nursing Home in Lucan are Pat Keoghan, who is directing proceedings, and travelling with him are Mary Flynn (aged 90, background), Aine Mahuna (aged 100, waving) and young Nursing Homes Week supporter Brendan McNulty (aged four). Accompanying them is Snowy, the Peata therapy dog.

Martin O’Neill’s charges in France. A total of 380 Nursing Homes Ireland (NHI) members in communities across Ireland are being supported to host celebrations. Previous celebrations have

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‘Traditional’ celebrations hosted during Nursing Homes Week include family days, parties, live music, day-trips, barbeques, games, talks and art exhibitions. NHI is encouraging visitors

to nursing homes to inquire as to the events or activities that are taking place during Nursing Homes Week 2016. The NHI website – www.nhi. ie – will also contain further detail.

‘A national celebration’ Tadhg Daly, the Chief Executive of NHI, said: “Nursing homes week celebrates residents in nursing home care and also the staff providing them with excellent care on a daily basis. “Nursing homes are very positive environments and it is very important we celebrate their intrinsic role within society. “Contrary to some perceptions, within these ‘homes from home’ there is great happiness, friendship, affection, devotion, activity and humour. “The dedicated staff in nursing homes are excelling in care delivery and enhancing the lives of people entrusted in their care. “It is very important to recognise the care provided in nursing homes enhances people’s lives and brings great comfort and reassurance to them and their family and friends. “Nursing Homes Week is the national celebration that affords residents, their family and friends, staff and wider communities opportunity to proudly celebrate the excellent care provided by nursing homes. “It also supports nursing homes to generate greater awareness regarding the specialist care they are providing and to inform wider public re nursing home care.”

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Residents behind Golden Jubilee of the Boys in Green! Canon Joe Fitzgerald

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ur oldest citizens are supporting the ‘Boys in Green’ in communities across Ireland during Euro 2016. Ireland’s participation coincides with the fourth annual celebration of nursing home care: Nursing Homes Week 2016 (13th-19th June). Nursing homes across the country are bringing residents, their family and friends, and staff together to watch the Ireland games through celebratory events. Among the residents enthusiastically supporting the Boys in Green are soccer enthusiasts living in nursing homes. These include 77-year-old Frank Barrett, a resident of Clarenbridge Nursing Home, who refereed for years and was a long-time servant with the Galway District League.

Tadhg Daly, the Chief Executive of NHI, said: “There is tremendous excitement across the country with Ireland’s participation in the championships. “It provides great opportunity for residents to share the excitement and emotional highs and lows that will come with the games along with their sons or daughters, grand-children and even greatgrandchildren.” Mr. Daly encouraged relatives and friends of persons in nursing homes to enjoy the games with them and participate in locally hosted Nursing Homes Week celebrations. Over 40 nursing home residents aged 100 or older during this special commemorative year will be presented with a special gift by their nursing home during the week. It features a copy of the proclamation and certificate of commendation.

Before he jets off to France, RTE soccer commentator Stephen Alkin shares golden memories of past European Football Championships with residents of Ferndene Nursing Home in Blackrock Co. Dublin as they get ready to support the Boys in Green. Ireland’s participation in the European Soccer Championships coincides with the fourth annual celebration of nursing home care, Nursing Homes Week 2016 (13th - 19th June) Nursing Homes across Ireland are hosting celebratory events to make the Ireland matches particularly memorable for nursing home residents. Pictured are Stephen Alkin RTE soccer commentator with Father Joe Gough resident of Ferndene Nursing Home and Claire O’Byrne of Ferndene Nursing Home. Picture Jason Clarke.

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The event will be marked with Mass of Thanksgiving in St. Patrick’s Church, Castlerea on Friday, 24th of June at 8 pm followed by light refreshments and a presentation to Canon Joe in Castlerea Golf Club. Sadly we have also

learned in recent days that Canon Joe will be leaving us after 19 years of dedicated service and moving closer to his native Ahascragh. He will be taking up residence in Ballygar and continuing his priestly ministry in Roscommon Parish.

We are deeply saddened by this unexpected development and we extend our prayers and good wishes to Canon Joe in his new posting. An open invitation is extended to all parishioners to attend the mass of thanksgiving and celebrations.

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LETTER TO EDITOR

Frank Feighan: I’m not the one with selective amnesia over hospital Dear Editor,

Boyle, Co. Roscommon

In response to a letter in your newspaper last week by Bill Cunningham, first of all I want say I have no regrets about the decision I took in relation to making patient safety my number one priority and securing the long-term future of Roscommon Hospital I have no doubts that Bill Cunningham is passionate about Roscommon Hospital. However, I would advise Bill if he has any particular concerns and evidence as outlined in his letter, he should provide such information to the HSE or other relevant authorities to examine these issues. Bill once again criticises me for my stand five years ago and I would readily accept criticism if I didn’t deliver the new €6m Endoscopy Unit which opened recently and will significantly increase volume at the hospital (ironically, there are now calls for more car parking at the hospital as a result); or if I didn’t help deliver the air ambulance service and advanced paramedics which have helped saved dozens of lives and continues to save countless lives in towns and villages right across Roscommon; or if I didn’t help deliver the staffing and planning for the 8-bed Palliative Care Centre which will be built on the grounds of the hospital. Furthermore, the €7.85m for the Medical Rehab Unit for Roscommon Hospital has been ring-fenced more than a year ago thanks to my intervention and I am confident that this development will go ahead as planned.

I have worked hard with others stakeholders to secure a range of other additional services for the hospital and local health services. They include helping to secure €9m and €16m in funding for upgrades at the Sacred Heart Home in Roscommon and St Patrick’s Hospital in Carrick-on-Shannon respectively; funding for upgrades at Aras Mhathair Phoil in Castlerea and the Plunkett Home in Boyle and the provision of a new Primary Care Centre in Boyle, which is under construction. When it comes to important health and medical services for our local communities, I will always be guided by the independent experts; that is the consultants, the medical staff and the management at Roscommon Hospital. They all agree that the hospital and patients in need of specialised treatment are now safer under the new arrangements. I have said it many times and I will repeat it again, I could have taken the easy option and walked away. However, I and other stakeholders interested in protecting the long-term future of the hospital took difficult decisions at the time but ultimately the right ones. Since that difficult period, I am glad to say that I have now been fully vindicated and it is not I, as Bill Cunningham has stated, who is suffering from ‘selective amnesia’. Unfortunately, the many prophets of doom who criticised my stance over the hospital are now silent and effectively suffering from ‘absolute selective amnesia’ regarding all the good things that are happening at the hospital. Yours sincerely, Senator Frank Feighan

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Turkish market to open for cattle exporters – Fitzmaurice Michael Fitzmaurice, the Independent TD, has welcomed news that the Turkish market is set to open for live cattle exporters from the west of Ireland. He said that he had worked on the issues for several months and was delighted that a positive

outcome had been reached. “Cattle are now in quarantine awaiting shipping, which is good news,” Deputy Fitzmaurice said. “I raised the matter of the Department of Agriculture dragging its heels on this issue three weeks ago, but thankfully that problem has been solved

and exports can begin in the next two or three weeks. “This will be good news for the market for weanlings under 340 kg. I have pointed out that 65,000 less cattle were exported in 2015 than was the case in 2010, and it is vital that we export as many cattle as we can on the hoof.”

Deputy Fitzmaurice said that the Turkish market was a “huge one” farmers. “I am now working hard on the possibilities connected with the Egyptian market and I hope to be able to have good news on that front in the not too distant future,” the Independent TD added.

Murphy’s fears on flooding Eugene Murphy, the Fianna Fáil TD, has issued a warning that many parts of counties Roscommon and Galway are only a week’s rainfall from another flooding crisis. He made the comments during a motion he brought before the Dáil last week when he called on Seán Canney, Minister of State for the Office of Public Works (OFW), to outline what action had been taken to alleviate the ongoing impact of the damage caused by last winter’s floods. Deputy Murphy, his party’s junior spokesman for OPW and flood relief, said he was “extremely disappointed” by the minister’s response. He said that the Government had shown a “lack of imagination” and was “devoid of any real understanding of the reality of the ongoing situation on the ground”. Lucia McDonnell pictured with her mother and principal of Ballyfeeney NS, Caitriona McDonnell. Also pictured in front is Leann Watters (right). Back: John Connor, Aurivo; John Flynn, Fiona Duignan and Fidelma Owens, teaching staff.

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Cattle prices – Friday, June 10th: There were similar numbers on offer this week. There was a steady trade for bullocks with a good clearance of lots. The trade for heifers was improved with prices ranging from €2.40 per kilo up to €2.96 per kilo. There was also a lively trade for dry cows with lots fetching up to €2.09 per kilo. There was a good demand for bull weanlings with all lots sold. Sales as usual for bullocks, heifers, weanlings and dry cows on Friday next. Please note that weanlings and suckler cows will be sold on Fridays until further notice. Anniversary sale for bullocks and heifers on Friday, July 8th. Bookings accepted up to 5 pm on Thursday 30th June. Dry cows made from €955 to €1340 per head. Sample prices: BBX 675 kgs €1340, Char X 640 kgs €1335, Char 625 kgs €1300, Lim X 635 kgs €1180, Lim X 640 kgs €1100, Hex 715 kgs €1100, BAX 550 kgs €1080, AA 640 kgs €990, AAX 650 kgs €955. Heifers made from €435 to €770 over. Sample prices: Char 580 kgs €1335, AAX 565 kgs €1335, Lim X 440 kgs €1125, Simm X 400 kgs €1100, Lim X 410 kgs €1080, BBX 400 kgs €1000, Lim X 415 kgs €975, Char X 325 kgs €870, Char X 285 kgs €845, Lim X 305 kgs €750. Bullocks made from €500 to €770 over. Sample prices: Char X 495 kgs €1240, 3 Lim X 358 kgs €1095, AAX 380 kgs €1085, Lim X 680 kgs €1450, Char X 595 kgs €1355, Char X 585 kgs €1290, AUX 400 kgs €900, AUX 395 kgs €925. Weanling bulls - Sample prices: Lim X 320 kgs €875, AUX 370 kgs €935, SAX 400 kgs €775, 2 Simm X 418 kgs €885, Simm X 315 kgs €850, AUX 467 kgs €970. Sheep sale – Wednesday, June 15th: There was a good entry of sheep again this week. There was a dip in the trade for heavier spring lambs but despite this 89% of the numbers on offer were sold. There was a good demand for lighter lambs with lots fetching up to €85 per head or €2.70 per kilo. There an improved trade for cast ewes with average prices better than the previous week. There was a smaller entry of ewes with lambs at foot with ewes with doubles at foot making up to €260 per lot while ewes with singles made up to €190 per lot. Sales continue each Wednesday at 11 am for lambs, cast ewes and ewes with lambs at foot. Sample prices - Spring lambs: 42.40 kgs €96, 45.50 kgs €100, 43.50 kgs €97, 44.50 kgs €106, 52 kgs €110, 45.30 kgs €105, 44 kgs €97.50, 34.50 kgs €82, 31.50 kgs €85, 49.30 kgs €103. Cast ewes made from €75 to €112.50 per lot, ewes with twin lambs at foot made up to €260 per unit, ewes (2nd crop) with single lambs at foot made up to €190 per unit.

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the Junior Infant to 1st class age category was Lucia McDonnell from Ballyfeeney National School in Scramogue, Co. Roscommon. Her beautiful, colourful and eye-catching poster really captured the theme ‘Rethink your drink’ as she incorporated the benefits of dairy into

her artwork. As a part of her prize, Lucia won a visit from the Aurivo Consumer Foods team to her school for a presentation about healthy eating and her entire class will enjoy a visit to Dublin Zoo. The presentation took place last week and it saw the children learn about

the benefits of eating a healthy, balanced diet and regular exercise as well as the importance of dairy for growing children. There was a life-size Connacht Gold milk carton on hand that the children could get a photo with. Each of the pupils in Lucia’s class were given a carton of Connacht Gold to enjoy.

June 9th: Good numbers presented for sale again this week and with increased grass supplies demand is remaining very strong for all classes of stock on offer. Bullocks, heifers and weanlings sold very well with top quality lots fetching fancy prices, while the dry cows and breeding stock also reported good clearances. Sample prices – bullocks: Ch 440kgs €1300, Ch 380kgs €1215, AA 485kgs €1285, Lim 510kgs €1325, Lim 580kgs €1360, Lim 600kgs 1460, AA 650kgs €1355, Lim 510kgs €1245. Heifers: Ch 380kgs €1175, Lim 390kgs €1065, Lim 480kgs €1280, Lim 465kgs €1230, AA 575kgs €1340, Ch 505kgs €1295, Ch 520kgs €1320. Dry cows: Ch 760kgs €1550, Ch 950kgs €1990, Lim 690kgs €1375, BBX 710kgs €1445, Lim 755kgs €1490. Cows with calves at foot made from 1200 to €1930 for a Lim cow and her Lim heifer calf. Calves: AA Bull €360, AA Heifer €240, Ch Heifer €440, AA Heifer €340. Stronger types made up to €685 per head. Weanling bulls: Lim 280kgs €935, Lim 275kgs €880, Ch 330kgs €1050, Lim 345kgs €1075, Ch 415kgs €1125. Weanling heifers: Lim 280kgs €890, Lim 265kgs €810, Lim 340kgs €995, LIm 370kgs €1090, Ch 460kgs €1160. Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (Thursday, 16th of June) with a sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am.

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Major jobs boost < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

There was a massive jobs boost at Creagh, south Roscommon, on Monday morning when it was announced that 100 new positions would be created by Surmodics, a US medical devices company. It follows the organisation’s acquisition of Creagh Medical last November. Surmodics plans to develop the south Roscommon operations by investing more than €7 million in developing the recently acquired facility and creating 100 new jobs, above the current base of 32, over the next five years. The company will invest a further €9.5 million in two significant research and development projects in its new Galway facility. The development is supported by the Department of Jobs Enterprise and Innovation through IDA Ireland.

The company will continue to be located in Creagh Medical’s existing facility, which measures 30,000 sq. ft., in Ballinasloe. Tom Greaney, who was previously Chief Executive of Creagh Medical, has joined Surmodics as vice-president of Global Operations and general manager of the Creagh operation. Gary R. Maharaj, the President and Chief Executive of Surmodics, said: “We are pleased to have established a presence in a location where we can hire and develop highly skilled midtech personnel as we continue to invest in our vision of developing highly differentiated product solutions.” The news has been broadly welcomed. Mary Mitchell O’Connor, the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, said that the company’s expansion was a “vote of confidence in the skilled Irish workforce”. Martin Shanahan, the Chief Executive of IDA Ireland, said: “I’m delighted that Ballinasloe has

proved to be a suitable location for retaining and developing this new name in the Irish Midtech cluster.” Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, Climate Change and Environment, described the news as a “massive boost” for Ballinasloe. “The creation of 100 jobs in Ballinasloe is the equivalent of 1,000 jobs for Galway city, but what is far more significant is the fact that these jobs are in the medical device sector, which allows the town of Ballinasloe to attract additional investment from the two existing medical device hubs in Athlone and Galway,” the Minster said. Senator Maura Hopkins, of Fine Gael, said that she was delighted to see such a large number of skilled jobs which “will attract and retain immensely qualified and skilled people within this region.”

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Thanks to the dedication of a number of volunteers, Roscommon Tourist Office is a hive of activity this summer. Based in the County Museum in Roscommon town, the office is open six days a week, from Monday to Saturday. It opened in late April and, all going well, will remain operational until September. The office is run by Roscommon County Tourism Action Group, a sub-committee of the Roscommon Chamber of Commerce. It is being run under that group’s auspices because of the state’s failure to adequately promote tourism here, a local councillor has claimed. “Fáilte Ireland have nothing to do with it (the tourist office),” Cllr. Kathleen

Shanagher, a member of the Action Group, said. “Five or six years ago, they walked away and left the county. How can a state body pick and choose over other counties – that they won’t help Roscommon? It is not acceptable. Why is that allowed to happen?” Because of that, a voluntary committee was established, and last December Roscommon Town Team had an Open Night which was aimed at recruiting volunteers. Twelve people came on board and the office is now faring well, Cllr. Shanagher said. “The numbers are up: there are more people coming into Roscommon,” she said. “They are venturing away from the Wild Atlantic Way and are coming inland. There seems to be an awful lot of camper vans around!”

David Molloy, another member of the Action Group, said that almost 2,000 people visited the tourist office last year, and that similar numbers were expected during the current tourist season. “The queries received in the office are hugely varied,” Mr. Molloy said. “A lot of people are asking about their roots.” Roscommon is well placed to deal with genealogy queries, with a wealth of facilities locally, including the General Register Office in Roscommon town and the County Roscommon Heritage & Genealogy Centre in Strokestown. “Between all those resources, there is a fair chance people are going to get some kind of information,” Mr. Molloy said. Walking tours of Roscommon town, led by

Gerry Shannon, a local volunteer, also recently commenced. The next one will take place on Saturday, June 18th (11 am until 12.15 pm) from the tourist office. The Action Group would like to acknowledge the sponsorship of the following businesses, individuals and organisations in

Roscommon town: AIB, Angie’s Attic, Area 51 Computers, Brisknet, Casey’s Centra/Supermacs, Hannon’s Hotel, John Harrison Memorial Trust, Cllr. Shanagher, Molloy’s Carry-Out Off-Licence, Permanent TSB, Roscommon County Council and Roscommon Leader Partnership.

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PROPERTY SALES ● LETTINGS ● VALUATIONS Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel. (090) 6663700. Mob. (086) 8985013. www.connaughtonauctioneers.ie

Final offers by 1st July 2016

Final offers by 24th June 2016 c.0.25 Acres at

Residence on large site at

13 St. Theresa’s Road, Lisnamult, Roscommon Town

• Prime three bedroom bungalow residence • Large mature site • Spacious living accommodation • Within walking distance of all amenities • Viewing highly recommended Final Offers by 5pm on Friday 1st July For further details contact the office on 090-66 63700

THINKING OF SELLING? If you are thinking of selling, call us today for a FREE VALUATION No Sale No Fee Call 090-6663700 today

Ballinagare Village, Co. Roscommon • Prime lands in centre of village c.0.25 acres • Located adjacent to Community Centre & Church • Huge potential due to size and location Final Offers by 5pm on Friday 24th June Enquiries in confidence to Ivan Connaughton Auctioneer on 086-8985013 or at the office

NEW TO THE MARKET Prime Site with F.P.P at

Ballagh, Rahara, Co. Roscommon • Prime Building Site with Full Planning Permission for Bungalow Residence c.162.sq.m • Site area c.0.5 acres (Can be increased, if desired) • Located just off the Roscommon/ Athlone Road • Views of Lough Fuinshinagh • Ready to go site, NO OCCUPANCY CLAUSE For further details and copy permission contact the office on 090-6663700

NEW TO THE MARKET CRUBY HILL, GALWAY ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN 4 Bedroom Dormer bungalow on a large site in excellent condition and situated close to schools, shops and the railway station, just off the main Galway Road. This property comprises 4 bedrooms, 2 being ensuite while the ground floor bedroom features a walk in wardrobe. Spacious sitting room and open plan kitchen/dining room together with utility and 2 bathrooms. Well maintained gardens front and back. PRICE REGION: €199,750

FOR SALE

C.16 ACRES OF QUALITY AGRICULTURAL LANDS WITH GALLOP

CLOVERHILL, ROSCOMMON

Circa 16 acres of prime limestone land located just outside Roscommon Town, on the Racecourse Road. The said lands are laid out in one lot and incorporate circa 5 furlong excellent uphill sand gallop with outstanding views of the surrounding countryside. There is potential to build a residence and stables on the said lands as subject to planning permission. Church Street, Roscommon town, CO. ROSCOMMON TEL: 090 6627878 FAX: 090 6627877 E-mail info@oates.ie Website: www.oates.ie

98, Abbeyville in Roscommon town

Quality property at Abbeyville Oates Auctioneers are this week offering this quality four-bedroomed residence located at 98, Abbeyville in Roscommon town for sale, fully furnished. This residence is presented in excellent condition and is fitted out to a very high standard, with fitted wardrobes in all four bedrooms. This residence comprises of an entrance hallway, sitting room, kitchen, dining room, utility, four large

bedrooms, master ensuite and bathroom. Outside modern gardens with laurel hedging and fuel shed together with cobble driveway to front. Viewings are now invited. Price region: €160,000. To arrange a viewing or for more information contact Oates Auctioneers, Church Street, Roscommon town on 090 66 27878 or email info@ oates.ie.

Wide range of property available at Hughes & Co Hughes & Co. are offering for sale at Bank Gardens, Roscommon a three-bedroomed townhouse fully furnished. Pat is accepting offers in excess of €120,000 for this residence. For further details please contact the office on 090 6627003. New to the market for sale Pat has approximately 65 acres of top quality agricultural land with a three-bedroomed farmhouse, slatted shed and a range of out-offices. All of the lands are of good quality and located only a short distance from the village of Tulsk. Pat Hughes & Company have for sale at Clooneigh, Kilteevan, Roscommon approximately 57 acres of land and a three- bedroomed bungalow. Accommodation consists of: sitting

room, kitchen cum dining room, utility, three bedrooms, bathroom, 2-bay haysheds, a number of stone sheds, cattle pen and crush.

New to the market for sale this week with Pat Hughes & Co. at Corraun Village, Roscommon is a large semidetached residence finished to a high standard. . Accommodation consists The property can be sold in separate of a sitting room, kitchen cum dining lots to suit perspective purchasroom, downstairs bedroom, toilet with shower and WHB. Upstairs consists of ers. Contact the office for further two bedrooms, bathroom and a large information. hot press. Pat has confirmed that they have Viewing is highly recommended. had a number of sales in the last For further details or to arrange an number of weeks and now urgently appointment to view please contact require all types of properties for the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net. disappointed under-bidders. If you

are thinking of buying or selling let him advise you. His advice is free. Sales by Pat Hughes & Co. Ltd., Auctioneer & Valuer Abbey St., Roscommon. Tel 090 66 27003, Fax 090 66 26296 or email phughes2@ eircom.net

Portrun Bay bungalow

The Manse, Northgate Street, Athlone, CO. WESTMEATH TEL: 090 6477500 FAX: 090 6477546 E-mail athlone@oates.ie Website: www.oates.ie

New to the market at Hughes & Co.

At Fearagh, Ballymurray the Hughes & Company have a three bedroomed bungalow on approximately halfacre site, located only 200 yards from Portrun Bay. For further details or to arrange an appointment to view please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@ eircom.net.

Landmark Roscommon town building for sale For sale by private treaty or by public auction at a later date a prime landmark building formerly the old AIB Bank, Church Street, Roscommon. The building is currently laid out into offices with commercial potential on the ground floor. For further detail or an appointment to view please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@ eircom.net. Offers in excess of €250,000 are being considered.

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Lands and house new to the market at Kilrooskey John Earley of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market a prime residential holding of lands and boglands containing approximately 120 acres in total on which stands a fine three-bedroomed two-storey residence located at Carrowcrin and Corbo, Kilrooskey, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon (just off the main Roscommon/Lanesboro N63 route, 6 km from Roscommon town). John describes the property as “A substantial holding of lands located in a renowned farming district just off the main Roscommon to Lanesboro route. The holding offers some prime quality agricultural lands, which are in permanent pasture (newly reseeded), boglands and lands under afforestation, which were planted around 2011 and 2013. The property can be sold in one or more

lots as set out below should market interest dictate due its setting and layout: Lot 1: The entire. Lot 2: Character 3 bedroomed residence of 1,820 sq.ft standing on 0.5 acre. Lot 3: Prime dual-purpose agricultural lands of 57 acres. Lot 4: 34.5 acres of forestry lands planted in 2011 and 2013. Lot 5: 28 acres of boglands. The said lands have the benefit of an internal service roadway. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. Note the said house, lands, forestry and boglands can be sold independently should market interest dictate. For further details or to arrange a viewing, contact John Earley, FIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090 66 26579 or email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie.

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

PRIME LANDS – OFFERS INVITED ON OFFER - A PRIME HOLDING OF LANDS CONTAINING C. 16.56 ACRES LOCATED AT

GALLOWSTOWN, beside Roscommon town, CO. ROSCOMMON. (holding potential) Price Guide: All offers after €165,000 to sell.

Sean Scott prepares to unveil the memorial in Elphin.

A highly attractive holding of lands which previously had the benefit of planning permission for c. 200 houses, a crèche and are selling as they stand. These primely located lands are situated adjacent to the existing Corraun Village housing development. Without doubt, this is a highly select parcel of lands which holds huge future potential due location to town. (Lands accessible from the Gallowstown road and the Racecourse road. The auctioneers now invite immediate enquiries and all offers after €165,000 for immediate sale.

LEGAL: MESSERS PATRICK J NEILAN & CO, GOLF LINKS RD, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26245. ------------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET C. 72 ACRES OF FARMLANDS WITH BUNGALOW RESIDENCE AND ADJACENT FARM BUILDINGS LOCATED AT CLOONYBEIRNE,

FOURMILEHOUSE, CO. ROSCOMMON

Patsy O’Bradaigh, Ruairí’s wife, laying a wreath at the memorial to Ruairi O’Bradaigh in Elphin.

The said property can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate. For further details or viewing appointments, contact the office. BER Residence: G.

Carrowcrin and Corbo, Kilrooskey, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon

LEGAL: MARIE MCMANUS, MESSERS PATRICK J NEILAN & CO, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26245. ------------------------------------------------------------

Final offers sought for Rahara house and lands John Earley of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week inviting final offers for a prime property located at Ballagh and Turlagh, Rahara and comprising of 49.65 acres in total set out in three main lots with the benefit of a three-bedroomed detached bungalow residence and farmyard. Passing with the sale are entitlements and greening payments to the value of €4,000 per annum. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. Note the house and lands can be sold independently should market interest dictate. Final offers for the residence after €78,000 to sell. Final offers for the lands after €250,000 to sell. To arrange maps or for further details contact John Earley FIPAV, Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090 66 26579, email jearley@ propertypartners.ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie. Find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/propertypartners.earley.

Detached bungalow residence and farmyard at Ballagh and Turlagh, Rahara

NEW TO THE MARKET

Final offers sought for Donamon lands John Earley of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week inviting final offers after €25,000 for a select parcel of lands containing approximately 11.399 acres in total located at Aughnagree, Donamon, Co. Roscommon. To arrange maps or for further details contact John Earley, FIPAV, Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090 66 26579, email jearley@propertypartners. ie or log onto www. propertypartners.ie. Find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/ propertypartners.earley.

A MAGNIFICIENT 6 B/R LUXURY DETACHED RESIDENCE OF C. 2,734 SQ FT TOGETHER WITH DETACHED GARAGE OF C. 1,230 SQ.FT AND STANDING ON A LARGE SITE AREA OF C. 2 ACRES LOCATED AT

MULLYMUX, ROSCOMMON. (JUST OFF THE ROSCOMMON TO BOYLE ROUTE)

This stunning detached residence located convenient to Roscommon town standing on a substantial elevated site area in a select residential location convenient to Roscommon town. The said property is currently finished to shell and core finish throughout thus allowing the would be purchaser to finish same to their own specification. All together this is a stunning property to come on the market in this sought after location and the auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and offers to sell. BER: C3

Unveiling of plaque in honour of late Ruairí Ó Brádaigh On Sunday, 5th of June, in brilliant sunshine, a large crowd gathered in Elphin to honour one of the most prominent republicans from the west of Ireland, the late Ruairí Ó Brádaigh. Ruairí Ó Brádaigh was an identifiable figure associated with the Republican movement since the late 1950s right up to his death in 2013. He was leader of Sinn Fein during the most turbulent years of the Troubles in the north of Ireland when there were rumours of a British withdrawal and the possibility of a United Ireland. In appreciation of his contribution and persistence towards that goal, Roscommon republicans organised the erection of a plaque in his honour. The plaque, situated beside the War of Independence memorial at Shankill, Elphin, was unveiled by an old comrade, Sean Scott, Ballyforan. The ceremony was chaired by Dan Hoban, Newport and Des D’Alton, President of Republican Sinn Fein delivered an oration. The unveiling was preceded by a parade through the town of Elphin led by a Colour Party and the Raheen Pipe Band. In attendance at the ceremony were members of the Ó Brádaigh family, including Ruairí’s wife Patsy, who laid a wreath at the memorial. Other wreaths were laid on behalf of the organising committee, Republican Sinn Fein and from his comrades of the 1950s campaign. The ceremony included a minute’s silence and two pipers playing a slow air to the dipping of the flags by the Colour Party. At the end of proceedings the Raheen Pipe Band played the National Anthem.

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All Patients must Contact WESTDOC on 1850 365 000 for an appointment for these surgery times.

DOCTOR SURGERY

NEW GP PRACTICE DR. ALEXANDRA ROBINSON G.P. ABBEY STREET MEDICAL CENTRE, ROSCOMMON (Has taken over Public patients from Dr. Carmody Morris)

Public and Private patients welcome FAMILY PLANNING SERVICE: Mirena Coil, Implanon, Copper Coil by appointment SURGERY HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday MORNINGS: 9.30-11.30am: Walk in Surgery AFTERNOONS: 2.30-4.30am: By appointment WEDNESDAY (AFTERNOON): CLOSED

FREE CAR PARK AVAILABLE AT REAR OF SURGERY

PHONE: 090 66 25650 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

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE Traditional Chinese Medicine Better Health Naturally Michael Lennon, Lic. Ac. Galway Road, Roscommon, Health Insurance approved (090) 6626023 (086) 8225575

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

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

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

For appointment: (094) 96 21647 / (089) 4142233 • Home visits • Insoles and Orthotics prescribed

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

BUPA & VHI Covered

COMPUTERS

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

Tuition in Car Car available for test

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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

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EDT Lessons Available Telephone: (094) 96 20099 Mobile: (086) 8936012

FARMING < ABATTOIR SERVICE 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. < PRESSURE TREATED STAKES FOR SALE: • 6ft stakes 4inch only €2.40 per stake or bale of 70 for €160 delivered • 5ft stakes 3inch only €2 per stake or bale of 100 for €180 delivered • Pressure treated Larch Strainers 8ft 7-10inch only €11 delivered or bale of 25 only €250 delivered • 200 meter rolls barbed wire €25 per roll • 100 meter 3ft sheep wire €90 per roll. Also staples and nails available. Contact Tom on 086 2628439.

This driving School conforms for the new RSA regulations & legislation

< FOR SALE: Good Charolais heifer calf. One week old. Price reasonable. Phone: 087 1369904.

DOCKERY’S

< TO LET: 4 acres in the Gallowstown area until 1st December 2016. Tel: 090 66 63552.

SCHOOL OF MOTORING • ROSCOMMON

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

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< TO LET: 25 acres of meadow for silage in two lots. Strokestown area. Tel: 087 9280872.

FENCING EDDIE NAUGHTON FENCING SUPPLIES All types of fencing materials - including: • P.D.M. cresoted posts • Grant approved fencing • Post & Rail fencing • Timber gates • Concrete posts • Mesh panel fencing • Palaside

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FOR HIRE RM TOOL HIRE Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon Hire – Sales – Repairs – Construction DIY & Garden Equipment Mini Digger Hire Tel: (090) 6630700 Mobile: (087) 8299628.

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Classifieds 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.

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

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GARDENING GARDENING SERVICES Including: • Hedge Cutting • Hedge Planting • Grass Cutting • Spraying • Strimming • Weeding • Garden Tidy-ups • Planting • Gutter Cleaning, etc. Chainsaw work also available

Phone John on 087 2860428

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DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL SERVICE Woodchipping & Shredding Splitting service also available Insured and c2 Registered Contractor

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Availalbe for: • Body Massage • Back, Head and Foot Massage • Hot Stone • Waxing • Manicure & Pedicure with facial tree manicure.

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Phone: (086) 3614230 INDUSTRIAL/ COMMERCIAL TO LET INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL UNIT TO LET at Circular Road, Roscommon. 1,200 sq.ft. Tel: 086 2563000.

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PLANNINGS

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Permission sought to construct slatted shed and associated site works at Derryhippoo, Creggs on behalf of Alan Ward. Signed: Hubert Deane and Associates Tel: (094) 9643079

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission on behalf of Tomas and Tina Gilleran for a change of house plan to that previously granted under planning permission, Ref: PD/15/88 and to construct a garage ancillary to the dwellinghouse & associated siteworks at Kellybrook, Knockcroghery, 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 a 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 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.

MORRIS LOHAN

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• Spacious Kennels provided • Spacious exercise areas outside • Short Term - Long Term boarding welcomed • Dogs walked on request.

PLANNINGS

086 3482387

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying for planning permission, on behalf of Martin and Maureen Connelly, to retain a dwellinghouse and septic tank system, along with a garage and garden sheds, as constructed at Cloontrask Townland, Castlerea. Signed: Mary O’Hara & Associates, Civil Engineering Consultants, Market Street, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. Tel: 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.

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 I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission on behalf of Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited to erect a company sign at the site entrance off the R362 public road and associated siteworks at Monksland, Athlone, 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.

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.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Pauline Jackson intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to construct domestic garage, fuel store and general store, associated site works and services at Lisgarve, Elphin, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural and Design Services Ltd., Architects, Fallon Avenue, Roscommon. Phone: 090 66 26974 Mob: 086 8115449 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 on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within a 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.

PROPERTIES TO LET/RENT < TO LET: 2 bed apartment in Athleague village. Fully furnished. Tel: 087 7541730. < ONE BED APARTMENT TO LET: Racecourse Road, Roscommon. Tel: 086 8538519. < TO LET: Spacious, clean, warm apartment to let. Kitchen, 2 bathrooms and 4 rooms. Professionals sought, 12 month lease. The Walk, close to Lidl. Tel: 087 2822534 after 8pm. < TO LET: 3/4 bedroom house at Cashel Park, Castlerea. Rent receipts accepted. Phone: 086 2505325. < TO LET: 4 bedroom house in Kilkeevan Park, Castlerea. Fully furnished, in very good condition. Tel: 087 6861346. < TO LET: Luxury two bed apartment in Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon. 15 minutes from Roscommon town. All mod cons. Tel: 087 2765421. < TO LET: Three bedroom house, together with garage and fuel shed. Fully furnished, all mod cons, dual central heating, oil and solid fuel. Ballintubber area. Rent negotiable. Tel: 087 2959925.

PHOTOGRAPHER AVAILABLE PHOTOGRAPHER AVAILABLE - All occasions covered - Prices FROM €100 Phone: 089 9530397 for an appointment

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

Athleague

PAINTING & DECORATING PAINTER & DECORATOR Private & Commercial Power washing 25 years experience Free Estimates Given

Telephone Alan on: (090) 6661635 or Mobile: (087) 2683079

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Classifieds REFLEXOLOGY

REFLEXOLOGY

MARINA FUREY (MNRRI) African & Classical Reflexology/ Reflexology may bring relief from conditions such as: • Allergies • Eczema • Migraine • Back Problems • Infertility • Respiratory Disorders • Blood Pressure • Insomnia • Stress • Exam Stress • Bowel Disorders • Joint/Muscle Problems • Thyroid Imbalance • Colic • Pain Relief • Emotional Disorders - Hand Reflexology - Foot Reflexology - Ante Natal Reflexology - Infant/Child Reflexology Mobile Service Available Marina Furey B. Sc. (Hons)

Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon

Tel: 087 2264951 Find us on facebook

SAFEPASS SAFE PASS Roscommon 24th June Longford 17th June & 1st July

JIM McMAHON 087 2404818

SEPTIC TANKS

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

TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815

SITUATIONS VACANT < MATURE, RELIABLE, KIND LADY with experience required to look after two children for 3/4 days per week from the end of August. Castlerea/ Castleplunkett area. Tel: 087 4444993. No private numbers or texts.

EXPANDING BLINDS & CURTAIN BUSINESS

REQUIRES AN EXPERIENCED INSTALLLER To cover County Roscommon and surrounding areas. Own transport and sales experience an advantage. Please forward application to Box No: 895, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.

To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie

SITUATIONS WANTED < EXPERIENCED, KIND, MATURE LADY AVAILABLE to mind up to two children for after-school hours in childminder’s own home. Full clean driving licence for pick-ups. References available on request. Please contact 087 7755464 after 2pm. < WOMAN AVAILABLE to care for elderly person in their own home. Many years experience and FETAC Level 5 qualified. Also available for overnight stays. If interested, please contact 087 4343086.

SOLID 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 €2.50 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.

SOULMATES SOULMATES - DON’T BE ALONE, LOVE IS ALL THERE IS: Find that special person for friendship and romance with like-minded people. Safe, reliable and confidential. Tel: 087 9216302/087 7720250.

EVERY SINGLE IN IRELAND IS INVITED! To the Biggest Singles Matchmaking night! 5th Anniversary of Amour Arrow Dating Agency! Night not to be missed! Saturday 18th June 2016 at the Menlo Park Hotel, Galway at 9pm. Tel: 091 761122 FREE for members and ex-members. GUEST: €20.

Tel: 087 1784592

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.

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

Padraig Healy

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

086 2670670

Call car direct

(086) 2714879

ATHLEAGUE CABS 1-8 Seats Wheelchair Accessible

PADDY PURCELL 087-3186590

TOM KILDUFF CABS Tel: (086) 2544662 086 3821515

Pete’s Cabs

Roscommon

– Contact –

Peter Lynch 086 8400002 HACKNEY SERVICE Tommy Gilligan, Roscommon

(086) 8099503

Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business

CAN’T FIND ANYONE to do that small job, or you haven’t got the time ...

BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

TOP SOIL HANLY QUARRIES LIMITED Top quality screened top soil Delivery available

Tel: 071 9635096

TUITION GRINDS IN JUNIOR AND LEAVING CERTIFICATE BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTING Tutoring for college students in Business and Accountancy. Go to www. mcgowanaccountancy. com to download voucher

LEAVING CERTIFICATE STUDENTS Would you like to do Accounting or Business as an extra subject? Higher or ordinary levels catered for

Contact: Nuala McGowan on 086 0352849.

TURF, FIREWOOD AND FUEL WANTED: Fallen trees for firewood. Ash, Beech, Birch, Sycamore and Whitethorn. Good price paid. We are safety certified and insured. Phone: 086 2437376. < THIS YEAR’S NEW SEASON screened turf. Tel: 087 4475230. < FOR SALE: Plot of turf, ready for footing. Castlemine bog. Tel: 086 3506201. < FOR SALE: Good quality plot of black hopper turf in Mantua Bog. Tel: 087 6405097.

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

USEFUL SERVICES

J.C. TOOLING

JOHN BEATTIE

Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible

USEFUL SERVICES

WE DO ANYTHING From fitting Curtain Rails to laying that footpath • Fast Reliable Service • Professional, Courteous Employees • Trustworthy

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL ! 094 96 31880 087 9100477

www.oddjobsolutions.ie Established since 2005

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

VAN AND MAN AVAILABLE FOR: Delivery, collections, house and flat removals.

Contact: 087 6718564 PROFESSIONAL PAINTING AND DECORATING CONTRACTOR

– For all your decorating needs.

Call John 086 4679798

HEALY’S General & Farm Labour • Lawns • Gardens • Powerwashing • Firewood & Log Splitting • Turf saved and brought home NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

Contact Vincent on 083 4130827

MACHINING SERVICE

• Turning • Boring • Threadcutting • Milling • Keyway Cutting and Broaching • Shafts turned and keyed • Sprockets bored and keyed

Call Justin on 087 6969147 Creggs, Co. Roscommon

Glamorous Dogs FUERTY, ROSCOMMON

KESHIA CASEY

Professional Dog Groomer

(087) 2731228 < MAN AVAILABLE FOR ROOFING AND ALL TYPES OF WORK: roof lights fitted, re-roofing, facia board and gutter repairs, roofing, flat 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. < 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 < ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE: Rewires, first and second fix new houses, fuse board upgrade. All farm buildings and sheds, security lighting and garden lights. Tel Tom on 086 0815802. < HAVE YOU A GARAGE/ SHED you want cleared out and unwanted items removed? If so, please contact 087 9657933 or 090 6626752. < HANDYMAN AVAILABLE – Painter and decorator, power washing, grass trimming, etc. Also man and van. Tel: 089 4233122.

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

FAMILY CIRCLE FAMILY CIRCLE DATE: 11/06/2016 FIRST PRIZE €50: Corina Harlow, c/o Central Bar SECOND PRIZE €25: Michael Oates, c/o Eight Til Late THIRD PRIZE €20: Shauna Macklin, c/o K. Finan 8 RESIDUAL PRIZES OF €10 EACH: Ellen Tully, c/o Ros Veterinary Supplies; Sophie Leonard, c/o K. Hoare; Rose Beirne, c/o K. Hoare; Tom Madden, Main Street; B. Lyons, c/o K. Collins; Paddy O’Rourke, c/o K. Collins; Rose Beirne, c/o K. Hoare; Tanya Kelly, c/o Kelly’s, Castle Street. 5 PROMOTORS PRIZES OF €5 EACH: Kathleen Hoare; Sadie Mulryan; Breda Healy; K. Hoare; K. Gordon. TOTAL RECEIPTS: €354 TOTAL PRIZES: €200

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. Y.H. 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. Y.H. 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.

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AtYourService BLINDS

BRENDAN DOOLIN

Also Wooden Venetians, Velux Window Blinds. Tel: (090) 66 30521 Mobile: (086) 8115928

CHIMNEY CLEANING

CHIMNEY SWEEP • Open fire, stove, ranges • All flues and chimneys • Power brushed & vaccumed • No mess, no fuss • CCTV camera inspections • Detailed report and CCTV recording provided for insurance claims • Fully insured Also available for powerwashing and gutter cleaning fergalkelly@live.com

Fergal 086 1016899 CHIMNEY REPAIRS

CHIMNEY REPAIRS

- Chimney Repairs - Soot & Smoke Problems - Demolish, Re Build & Re Flue Line - Chimney Fires - Flexible Stainless Steel Liner - Insurance Claims processed

- CCTV Camera Inspection For Professional For Professional Advice Contact Advice Contact: John Hibbitt: Tel: 090

9673336 Mob: 086 2678350

To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie FARMING

Dead & Worn-Out Animals JOHN GREENE BALLINASLOE

TEL: (090) 96 88606 (090) 96 88830 (090) 96 87651 Lowest price guaranteed

info@athlonechimneyrepairs.ie

INSULATION

TARMACADAM

Gerry Monaghan

TARMACADAM Bonded Bead Cavity Wall Insulation Cellulose, Sheepswool, Fibreglass, SIGA Airtightness New Buildings & Retrofit Call in or contact us for free advice and quotes

Contact: Gerry Monaghan

SERVICES: • Tarmacadam • Kerbing • Patio • Domestic & Commercial TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE GOVERNMENT HRI SCHEME

Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Galway

Contact us for further information

091 768 768 www.ecowise.ie

Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon T: (090) 64 93386 M: (086) 8207242 or Darren on 086 8972265

WINDOW/DOORS

E: gerrymonaghan1@eircom.net

info@ecowise.ie

SHOWROOM:

Racecourse Road, Roscommon

Contact

Daily collection

Email:

CLEANING

WINDOWS/DOORS

WE SUPPLY & FIT Double & Treble Glazed Windows & Doors, Patio Doors, French Doors, Porches and Conservatories SPECIAL OFFER ON COMPOSITE DOORS

We have in stock a large range of locks, hinges, handles to suit all brands of windows and doors

WE REPLACE AND FIT DOUBLE GLAZED UNITS

Telephone: 090 66 33026 www.roscommonwindows.ie

TV

GET YOUR TV READY FOR THE EUROS • SAORVIEW • FREEVIEW • REPAIRS • INSTALLATIONS

MAL HEVEHAN Telephone: 086 8100292 VETERINARY

PIO TULLY

• Chimney Repairs • Removal of cracked flues and relining • Firebacks replaced • Free Insurance Quotations • Fully Insured

CHIMNEY PROBLEMS

WINDOW AND DOOR REPAIRS • Door Handles • Door Locks • Letterboxes • Window Hinges • Patio Door Repairs • Misted and Double Glazed Units • Reseal Windows and Doors

Contact David Martin on (087) 9959417

ELITE CHIMNEY REPAIRS • Lining • Relining • Rebuilding • CCTV Camera Inspection

CATHAL DOOLEY 087 6579064

20 Years Experience Free Insurance Quotes Nationwide Service Stoves and Ranges Fitted All Work Guaranteed

- SALES - SERVICE - PARTS

WE STOCK • Locks • Handles • Hinges • Letter Boxes • Glass • Double Glazed Units

FOR ALL WINDOWS & DOORS FULLY INSURED www.roscommonwindows.ie

• Carpets & Upholstery Cleaning • Leather Suites • WINDOW CLEANING • Rental Cleaning • POWER WASHING Fascias & Soffits • Gutters & Down pipes • Drive ways ‘paths and patios’ CAR VALETING

KEEN and COMPETITIVE PRICES ROSCOMMON, WEST of IRELAND and BEYOND!!

M: 086 3912396 PH: 090 66 62892 VETERINARY SUPPLIES & SERVICES

All Creatures -VETERINARY CLINIC & Shop Lanesboro Street, Roscommon. Tel: 090-6626898 Web: www.allcreatures.ie www.facebook.com/allcreaturesroscommon

SERVICES AVAILABLE:

SHOP OPENING HOURS: • Gas Anaesthetic Monday to Friday, • Digital X-Ray 8.30am to 8.00pm; Saturday, 9am to 6.00pm • Bovine & Equine Scanning AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY • In-house Blood Testing 087 2596055 - 24 HOURS • Grooming • All your Dosing & Mineral Requirements

Member of

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Gary Jameson 2nd Fix Carpentry Munsboro, Roscommon • Fitted Kitchens & bedroom units • Doors, Timber Floors • Stairs • Attic Conversions and all internal woodwork

(086) 0708833 GLASS WORKS

090 66 33026 Racecourse Road, Roscommon

CLEANING SERVICES • ROSCOMMON

PLEASE RING TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

CARPENTRY LANESBORO ROAD, ROSCOMMON. Tel.: 090 6625470 Mobile: 087 2869496

STEPHEN HOARE

Boyle Glass Ballinameen, Boyle,

Tel: 071 96 68368 - Stained Decorative

and Frosted Glass - Double Glazed Units - Bevelled Glass/ Mirrors - Glass Shelves/Table Tops - Painted Glass Splashbacks - Balcony Glass

- STOVE GLASS - Fire Rated Glass Find us on DoneDeal/boyleglass

Lisagallon, Cloverhill, Roscommon Tel: 0906665555 Fax: 0906627653 • Digital X-Ray Facility • In house Blood Analysis • Small Animal Ultra-Sound • Gas Anaesthetic • Veterinary Kennel’s facility •24hrs Emergency Vet on call Clinic Hours: 2pm – 7pm Mon – Friday; Saturday 10am-2pm Office Hours: 9am – 7pm Mon - Friday PLEASE CALL TO ARRANGE AN APPOINTMENT

TARMACADAM

Donamon

Tarmacadam LTD Specialising in Kerbing, Tar and Chips and Tarmacadam. Machine or hand laid.

Contact Damian at (087) 9962361

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.

CRASH REPAIRS

| Insurance Repairs | Restoration Work | Paint Repairs | Colour Matching | Panel Replacement | Valeting | And much more Rathra, Tiobhine, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon T: 094 98 72870 M: 087 6077277 E: wreck.amended@yahoo.ie

AT YOUR SERVICE CONTINUED ON PAGE 42

TILING Michael Mulryan Tiling MARBLE - PORCELAIN - MOSAIC - CERAMIC

Tel: (094) 96 51889 (086) 2536105 Knockalaughta, Ballintubber, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon

Remodelling Bathrooms & En-suites, Plumbing, Tiling, Electrical, Drylining, Waterproof Tanking System in Showers & Wet Areas, Carpentry work. Also catered for Special Needs and all Tiling Needs.

ALL GRANT WORKS UNDERTAKEN QUOTATION FREE OF CHARGE

AT YOUR SERVICE ADVERTS CONTINUED ON PAGE 43 OUR DEADLINE IS STRICTLY 2PM ON TUESDAY We cannot guarantee publication after this time

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AtYourService/Classifieds/Appointments/FamilyNotices ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES

WINDOWS AND DOORS

Sean Doyle & Sons Ltd ESTABLISHED 1978

• Circular Road, Roscommon LARGE STOCK OF MISFIT WINDOWS AND DOORS FOR SALE

BLIGHE Mickie

REGAN (nee GAVIN) Teresa

GRADY Michael

MADDEN Benny

Mote Park, Roscommon Who died on 23rd June 2001 (15th Anniversary)

Killerr, Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon (Month’s Mind)

Carnamadda, Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon 29th Anniversary 20th June 216

Camogue, Elphin (8th Anniversary)

Many different sizes available, all in excellent condition

Visit our Showroom with your sizes you will not be disappointed

CONTACT 090-6626753 • www.seandoylewindows.ie • info@seandoylewindows.ie

APPOINTMENTS

OAKWOOD NURSING HOME Athlone Road, Roscommon

FULL AND PART-TIME

NURSES REQUIRED • Keen Rates • Flexible Hours

Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us everyday In our hearts you will always stay.

Always remembered by your wife and family. Anniversary Mass on Thursday 23rd June at 8am in Roscommon Church.

GUNNING John Oran, Donamon, Co. Roscommon (10th Anniversary)

CONTACT DECLAN ON 086 8369378 In loving memory of John, who died on 15th June 2006 R.I.P.

FULL AND PART-TIME NURSES REQUIRED We are looking for compassionate and caring nurses with an interest in Elderly care. Excellent terms and conditions. Apply in strict confidence with cover letter and CV to: s.curran@allenfield.ie or telephone 043 33 27300 between 9-4pm

Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

Always remembered by his wife Mary, son Enda and daughter Valerie. Anniversary Mass in Cloverhill Church on Saturday June 18th at 8pm.

PLANNING EXTRA ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying for planning permission for reconstruction and extension of existing dwelling house, together with ancillary works at Highfield, Mount Talbot. Signed: John Moran 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 five 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.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying for planning permission for extension and reconstruction of existing dwelling house and ancillary works, and for erection of domestic garage at Carrowbane, Derrane. Signed: Mark Dowd and Maire Lohan 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 five 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.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying for the following works on lands at Cloonybeirne and Killarney Tds, Blackstick Road, Roscommon: (a) filling of lands with inert material to include soil, sub soil and excavated material (b) construction of wheel wash facility (c) upgrading of boundary fencing (d) provision of vehicular entrance (e) all other ancillary works associated with the filling and reinstatement of the lands . The total volume of material to be imported as fill material will be approximately 12500 cubic metres. Signed: Sean Brennan. 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 five 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.

In loving memory of the late Teresa Regan, who died on 17th May 2016 We the family of the late Teresa Regan wish to express our heartfelt gratitude for the kindness, support and sympathy which was shown to us on our recent very sad loss. We would like to thank the management and staff of Portiuncula Hospital, Dr. Sylvia and Mr. Collins for the wonderful care and attention given to Mum throughout her illness. To St. John’s Ward for their support and kindness. A special word of thanks to Roscommon General Hospital who made it possible for Mum to come home to her family. To Dr. Kelly-Henry and McSharry’s Pharmacy for their continued support. We are extremely grateful to the Palliative Care Team who were of tremendous support to us at this very difficult time. Our family would like to express our deepest gratitude to our relatives, neighbours, friends and all who supported us during this very sad time. Thank you to all the people who called to our home, attended the removal, Funeral Mass and Burial, all those who travelled long distances to be with us. Thank you to all who sent Mass Cards, sympathy cards, letters, phone calls, personal condolences and flowers, all of which were greatly appreciated. A special word of thanks to our kind neighbours, friends and family who without hesitation went over and above their call of duty to help us out and come to our aid and carry us through this most difficult time. Thanks to everybody that helped cater for all the people that called to the house, it was very much appreciated by us and will always be remembered. To those who brought food and refreshments, we thank you very much. A special word of thanks to Fr. Joe Poole, Fr. Pat O’Toole, Fr. Leahy, Fr. Donal Morris, Fr. Ray Milton, Fr. Gerry (Donamon Castle) who attended the house, Removal and Funeral Mass. Thanks to the Altar Servers Kate Smyth, Cian Kelly, Orlaith Smyth and Kate Carley. A special thank you to Carmel McLoughlin for the beautiful music and singing. Our sincere thanks to James Kenny and Niall Flanagan, Funeral Directors for their kindness, thoughtfulness and professionalism shown to us. Also the gravediggers who prepared Mum’s final resting place with such care and attention. Thanks to the staff of Kenny’s Ballintubber for the lovely meal after the Funeral. A special thank you to our wonderful neighbours and friends who directed traffic to and from the house. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for the intentions of all. Teresa’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 18th June at 8.00pm in St. Bride’s Church, Ballintubber. (Month’s mind Mass time incorrectly announced as 12 o’clock)

GIBLIN Tommie and Annie Marie Curraghard, Lisacul, Castlerea

In loving memory of Michael No matter how we spend our days No matter what we do No morning dawns No evening falls Without a thought of you. Every day we think of you Every night we say a prayer That God will look after you With tender loving care.

Lovingly remembered always by Peg, Tara and Mark. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In loving memory of Michael Words never could express exactly how we feel How, until we meet again our hearts will never heal You were so understanding, so gentle, kind and good And whenever we had problems You’d help us all you could We miss you so very much Throughout every single day And take comfort in the memories That will never fade away.

Loved and missed by his mother Rita and brother Andy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ You had a smile for everyone You had a heart of gold You left the sweetest memories The world could ever hold To us you were so special Someone kind and true We will never forget you Michael For we thought the world of you

Lovingly remembered by Marion, Michael, Niamh, Paul and Brenda. Treasured memories of our loving parents, Tommie and Annie Marie, whose anniversaries occur around this time.

In loving memory of our devoted father and husband, Benny who died on the 15th of June 2008 Love you Dad, As a Father, As a Grandad, As a friend – Always and forever. I know how much you would love to be here with us, As would we, But you are with us, And always will be in your own way. Never to be forgotten Dad.

Love Derek xxx ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Years roll by and one can’t deny, The road without you has been tough. Our wonderful Dad, Gone too soon, Echoes of you will always fill the room. A Daddy’s girl, True and true, I miss you so, I truly do, But you would not want me sad and blue, “Plough on” you’d say, so I will for you.

Love now and always Daddy, Donna xxx ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We did not see you close your eyes, We did not see you die, All we knew was that you were gone without a last goodbye. Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories left behind.

Always in my heart, forever in my mind, Bernadette xxx

CORKERY Jim Formerly of Knocklong, Limerick and Ballinagad, Strokestown (2nd Anniversary) Who passed away on 19th June 2014

Will those who think of them today A little prayer to Jesus say.

Always remembered by their children, Mary Jo, Frank, Chris, Joe and extended families. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 19th June in the Christ the King Church, Lisacul at 10am.

In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and greatgrandfather Always remembered by his loving daughter Caroline, son-in-law Ronald, grandchildren Mark, Adam and Kyle, greatgrandson Ryley, sisters, sister-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews.

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FamilyNotices ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES CALLAN Patrick C (Patsy) Late of Grange, Fourmilehouse 3rd Anniversary occurs on 17th June 2016 Aged 68 years

Don’t remember me with sadness Don’t remember me with tears Remember all the laughter We’ve had throughout the years.

Sadly missed and always remembered by his wife Detty, sons Garvan, Paul and Mark, daughters-in-law and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 19th June at 11am in Fourmilehouse Church.

KELLY Marie Carroward, Kilrooskey, Co. Roscommon (17th Anniversary)

DALY Gerry and Patricia

In fond remembrance of the late Gerry and Patricia Daly of Church Road, Tulsk and formerly Curradrehid, Fourmilehouse, Roscommon A Memorial Mass for the Repose of their souls will be held in St. Bridget’s Church, Fourmilehouse on Friday June 17th at 8pm followed by the internment of ashes afterwards in Ballinderry Cemetery.

CUDDY Patrick Oran, Co. Roscommon (22nd Anniversary) In loving memory of our dear father and grandfather, who died on 17th June 1994 R.I.P. Time and years slip gently by But love and memories never die Happy thoughts of times together Hold memories that will live forever.

Always remembered by your wife and family.

MARIE You are not far You are always near In the memories that You hold most dear. In the hearts that still care, In the love that goes on, You will never be far You will never be gone.

Love Mickey and family. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~

KELLY Marie Late of Carroward, Kilrooskey Time may close the book of grief Like the smile that hides the tears But memories turn back every leaf Despite the passing years. Your life is a beautiful memory Your absence a silent grief

Sadly missed by your sisters and brother and their families. Anniversary Mass on Saturdaqy 18th June at 8pm in Ballagh Church.

McDONNELL Bridie Glenview, Roscommon (1st Anniversary) Who died on the 21st June 2015

McDONNELL Bridie

MORIARTY Brendan

LOHAN Teresa

Late of Lisheen, Strokestown Who died on 18th June 1996 (20th Anniversary)

Rosehill House, Ardsallaghbeg, Roscommon (1st Anniversary) Who died on 20th June 2015

Caggle, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon (2nd Anniversary) Who passed way on June 16th 2014

In loving memory of a dear mother No matter how life changes No matter what we do There’s a special place within our hearts That will always be for you.

Always remembered by your loving family. Anniversary Mass in Fourmilehouse Church on Saturday June 18th at 8.15pm. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~

McDONNELL Bridie Lisheenanerine 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.

Lovingly remembered by Damien.

KEEGAN John Rathmore, Fourmilehouse (23rd Anniversary) You were so very special and had the nicest ways, You did so very much in life and never asked for praise. Remembering you is easy, We do it every day, But losing you is the heartache, That never goes away. You had a smile for everyone, You had a heart of gold, You left the sweetest memories, The world could ever hold. Life goes on that’s true, But it’s not the same without you.

Always remembered and forever loved by your husband James and family. Bridie’s First Anniversary Mass will be on the 19th of June at 11am in the Church of Christ the Good Shepherd, Four Roads.

In loving memory of John Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, Unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and still very dear.

Always remembered by his loving wife Mae and family.

On the First Anniversary of Brendan Moriarty’s passing, Mary Moriarty and family would like to thank you all who travelled from near and far to say goodbye to Brendan. Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair Perhaps you sent beautiful flowers If so we saw them there Perhaps you sent or spoke kindly As any friend could say Perhaps you were not there at all Just thought of us that day Whatever you did to console our hearts We thank you so much Whatever the part.

Thank you for all the Mass Cards and letters of sympathy, thanks to Tom and Pat Smyth for their kindness, to James who provided comfort and transport. Thanks to all the Priests who concelebrated Mass, Fr. McLoughlin, Monsignor Travers, Fr. Eric, Fr. John Leogue (R.I.P.), Fr. Jim. Thanks to the choir and Altar boys, also to Mary and Brendan’s our close neighbours who were and are so kind and supportive. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your special intentions. Dear Brendan we love and miss you and pray you are happy in Heaven. A loving nature A heart of gold The very best this world could hold Never selfish always kind These are memories You have left behind A silent thought A quiet prayer For Brendan a special person in God’s care.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday 19th June at 10.30am in the Sacred Heart Church Roscommon.

DOLAN Peter We lost a mother with a heart of gold How much we miss her can never be told She shared our troubles and helped us along If we follow her footsteps we will never go wrong We miss you from your fireside chair Your loving smile and gentle air Your vacant place no one can fill We miss you mother and always will.

Sadly missed by your loving son Sean, daughters Ita, Teresa, Mary, Evelyn, Bernie, Imelda, sons-inlaw, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 19th June in Fourmilehouse Church at 11am.

NEARY Willie

(67th Anniversary)

Mary (nee Gavigan) (6th Anniversary) Late of Aughmagree, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon

You always had a smile to share A laugh, a joke and time to care. A wonderful nature warm and true, Those are the memories we have of you.

Lovingly remembered by the Dolan and Whelan families. Anniversary Mass on 19th June at 10am in St. Joseph’s Church, Kilteevan.

KEDIAN Pauline Mullymux, Roscommon (1st Anniversary) Who passed away on the 19th June 2015

Grange, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon (21st Anniversary) Who died on 15th June 1995

To see your face To see your smile To sit and talk with you a while To be together in the same old way Would be our dearest wish today.

Lovingly remembered by your wife Una and family.

Pauline’s parents Elizabeth and Thomas, brothers Michael, Vinny, Hughie and Eamon, sister Mary, fiance Noel and extended family and friends would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all of you who sympathised with us on the sad loss of Pauline. To those who sent Mass Cards, messages of sympathy, floral tributes, made phone calls and to those who travelled long distances, it is much appreciated. The support of our wonderful neighbours, relations and friends and to all who visited our home and brought food and refreshments, to those who worked tirelessly providing those refreshments, it is truly appreciated. Thanks to the doctors and staff of Portinuncla Hospital and the Mater Hospital for the great care they gave to Pauline. To the Manager of Roscommon County Hospital and Pauline’s manager Patricia and her colleagues who supported us and formed a Guard of Honour. Thanks to Dr. John Keenan and Dr. Claire Quinn and staff. Thanks to Fr. Browne for celebrating Mass, the Altar Servers and to the soloist Aoife. Thanks to the staff at the Abbey Hotel for a lovely meal. A special thank you to Pat Smyth who arranged Pauline’s Funeral with professionalism and attention to detail. Thanks to the gravediggers and to those who helped directing traffic. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our gratitude and appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Pauline’s 1st Anniversary Mass will take place on Sunday June 19th at 11.00am in Fourmilehouse Church. Your memories are so precious Your presence missed so much You will always be remembered and missed by all of us Our thoughts are always with you In a very special way Not just on your Anniversary But every single day. No matter how life changes No matter what we do A special place within our hearts Will always be with you.

Remembered by Mam and Dad, brothers, sister and family.

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THANKSGIVING NOTICES MOST HOLY APOSTLE ST JUDE Faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honours and invokes you universally, as the patron of hopeless cases, of things almost despaired of. Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Make use I implore you, of that particular privilege given to you, to bring visible and speedy help, where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of Heaven in all my necessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly (here make your request) and that I may praise God with you and all the elect forever. I promise, O Blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favour to always honour you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you. Amen. This prayer must be said for 9 consecutive days and published immediately and in three days favour will be granted. Thank you to St Jude and Mary Magdalene for favour received. P.C. PRAYER TO ST. EXPEDITE My St. Expedite of urgent and just causes, please intercede for me with our Lord Jesus Christ, succour me in this hour of affliction and despair my St. Expedite, you who are a Holy warrior, you who are the Saint of the afflicted, you who is the Saint of the desperate, you who is the Saint of urgent causes, protect me, help me, give me strength, courage and serenity. Hear my plea. (Make request). Clearly express what you want and ask him to find a way to get it to you. My Saint Expedite, help me to prevail through these difficult hours, protect me from all those who want to harm me, respond to my plea with urgency, bring me back to that state of peace and tranquillity, my Saint Expedite, I will be grateful to you for the rest of my life and I will speak your name to all those who have faith. Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted. Amen. Say one Our Father, one Hail Mary and make the sign of the cross. Be sure to provide the offering you promised, if Saint Expedite grants your petition. Thank you so much for everything, for hearing and answering my prayer. Amen. Thank you also to Jesus, Our Lady, St. Teresa and St. Jude for favours received through these powerful saints. Thank you so much and wonderful saviour Jesus Christ. J.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. M.F.

MOST HOLY APOSTLE ST JUDE Faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honours and invokes you universally, as the patron of hopeless cases, of things almost despaired of. Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Make use I implore you, of that particular privilege given to you, to bring visible and speedy help, where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of Heaven in all my necessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly (here make your request) and that I may praise God with you and all the elect forever. I promise, O Blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favour to always honour you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you. Amen. This prayer must be said for 9 consecutive days and published immediately and in three days favour will be granted. Thank you to St Jude and Mary Magdelene for favour received. H.C. A PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL O, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O, Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succour me in my necessity (your request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Show me herein you are my mother. O, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then you publish it and it will be granted to you. Sweet Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times). This prayer must be published. H.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. G.D.B. 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.T.

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Club Rossie draw winners The winners in the recent Club Rossie draw will receive their cheques on this Friday night at a function in Gerry Fitzmaurice ‘s Bar in Ballinlough, Roscommon, which starts at 9 pm. All are welcome. Roscommon GAA and Club Rossie would like to thank everyone that supported the draw and especially the clubs who got behind the fundraising venture. Congratulations to all the winners.

Junior Club Rossie We now have Junior Club Rossie membership packs on sale in the County Board office or online at www.clubrossie.ie. Children get an exclusive training jersey, beanie hat, and a chance to be a mascot at a Roscommon game or to attend a training session. Prices start at €50 for U-13s.

The Club Rossie bus The bus has been extremely busy over the past few weeks with schools and clubs using it to promote GAA in their area and providing trips under the GAA Social Initiative programme. Roscommon GAA would like to thank all the volunteer bus drivers for their time and energy that they give to the organisation. Bus booking enquires to Nuala at 0876747177.

Pictured are teams that took part in the recent U-10 Gaelic Football Blitz, which was hosted by St. Aidan’s GAA Club recently.

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SportsPeople GAA Results Friday, June 10th Junior B Football Championship (Section A) St. Croan’s 1-12 Oran 0-6 Elphin 3-3 Kilmore 1-8 Michael Glavey’s 5-11 Kilglass Gaels 2-8 Junior B Football Championship (Section B) Roscommon Gaels 1-11 Tulsk Lord Edwards 0-9 Kilbride 2-14 Fuerty 0-7 Saturday, June 11th Adult Football League Division 6 St Barry’s W/O v Shannon Gaels St. Faithleach’s W/O v Éire Óg

GAA Fixtures Friday, June 17th Senior Football Championship (Section A) At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Boyle. 8 pm Saturday, June 18th Senior Football Championship (Section A) At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Pádraig Pearses 7.30 pm Senior Football Championship (Section B) At Strokestown: Michael Glavey’s v St. Faithleach’s. 7.30 pm Intermediate Football Championship (Section A) At Strokestown: Kilbride v Kilmore. 5.45 pm Intermediate Football Championship (Section A) At Johnstown: Oran v St. Dominic’s. 5.45 pm Intermediate Football Championship (Section B) At Parc Naomh Bearraí: St. Barry’s v St Aidan’s. 5.45 pm Intermediate Football Championship (Section B) At Croghan: Shannon Gaels v St. Michael’s. 7.30 pm Junior A Football Championship (Section A) At Kilronan Park: St. Ronan’s v Creggs. 5 pm Sunday, June 19th

Roscommon v Sligo: Liam McHale in discussion with Cathal Cregg. Picture: Andrew Fox

‘We’re in it to win it!’ McStay relishing Connacht final date < SEAMUS DUKE

I’m happy with that! Harris Curran pictured supporting Roscommon in Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday last. Picture: Andrew Fox

Donie Shine insists that he doesn’t mind who Roscommon face in next month’s Connacht final after Roscommon reached the provincial decider for the first time in six years last Sunday. Following a 4-16 to 2-13 win over Sligo, a delighted Shine said: “We missed a few chances in the first half and it sucked the energy out of us but in the second half we moved well and scored four goals – and that was the difference. “We are delighted to be in the Connacht final and to get over Sligo here today. I have no preference (as to) whether it’s Galway or Mayo.” Roscommon’s joint manager Kevin McStay said that the development of a winning

team is not as straightforward as some people think and that his side are still finding their feet at championship level. He reflected: “In the first half we were punished so hard for every mistake we made. We had 18 turnovers, which was about double what we would be hoping for, but every time we gave away the ball we conceded a score. We had a couple of poor kick-outs that led to scores and we let in two soft goals. “There was only five of last year’s team that started today so that’s a big turnover of players in just a year. Everyone thinks that this is all done in straight lines and diagrams but it doesn’t work that way. We have a lot of young players just finding their feet. “We played some reasonable football in the first half and I thought it was harsh to be eight

points down at half-time on the balance of play. But we showed great composure in the second half and we took our scores very well and we missed a few goal chances too. “Senan’s goal just after halftime was crucial too. Sligo would have been hoping to hold their lead but it was gone after a few seconds and that was a boost to us. We were much more focussed today and we were ready for a battle. “We are in a Connacht final now and it is exactly where we wanted to be. It opens up the season for us. We are in the last 12 at worst and we have the possibility of winning the provincial championship and going to Croke Park or not, but we are in the final now and there is only one thing to do now and that’s win it.”

Senior Football Championship (Section A) At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Roscommon Gaels. 3.45 pm Senior Football Championship (Section B) At Kilglass: Elphin v Strokestown. 1 pm Senior Football Championship (Section B) At O’Rourke Park: Western Gaels v St. Croan’s. 2 pm Intermediate Football Championship (Section A) At Rockfield: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Fuerty. 3.30 pm Intermediate Football Championship (Section B) At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg v Clann na nGael. 3.30 pm Junior A Football Championship (Section A) At Davonna Park: Ballinameen v St. Brigid’s. 2 pm Junior A Football Championship (Section A) At Kilglass: Kilglass Gaels v St. Dominic’s. 2.45 pm Junior A Football Championship (Section B) At Johnstown: St. Aidan’s v Pádraig Pearses. 2 pm

Underage Fixtures Friday, June 17th U-12 Spring League Division 2 Knock-out At O’Rourke Park: Oran v Elphin-Ballinameen. 7.30 pm Saturday, June 18th U-12 Spring League Division 1 Knock-out At St. Dominic’s: Pádraig Pearses v St. Brigid’s. 12.15 pm U-12 Spring League Division 5 Knock-out At St. Dominic’s: St. Brigid’s v Pádraig Pearses. 11 am Sunday, June 19th U-12 Spring League Division 1 Knock-out At Kilbride: Boyle v Roscommon Gaels. 1 pm

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SportsPeople This weekend’s action The Dublin 4 venue of Leopardstown features the Group 3 Ballycoras Stakes flat card this evening stalls open for the first at 5.55 pm. Music is supplied by The Acamedic as part of the Bulmer’s Live Thursday evening’s promotion. On Friday there is jumping action in Downpatrick starting at 5.45 pm and on the level at Greenmount Park in Limerick off at 5.30 pm. Off at 2.15 pm on Saturday the Magner’s Ulster Derby and E.B.F. Ulster Oaks form the centre of a flat card with national hunt card of 6 hurdle and a bumper at Gowran Park away earlier at 1.30 pm. Racing returns to Gowran again on Sunday with racing on the level at 2.15 pm. On Monday Kilbeggan host their 3rd meeting of the season featuring the Carmel Fay Handicap Hurdle worth €30,000. On Tuesday there is a flat card at Ballinrobe.

Royal Ascot

Horses for Courses by Tom Red

On Tuesday cross channel at Royal Ascot proved an international affair providing a transatlantic winner in the opener when Tepin won the Queen Anne Stakes for Mark Grasse, Caravaggio won the Coventry Stakes for Aidan O’Brien and Ireland and Galileo Gold won the battle of the 2000 Guinea winners for Hugo Palmer and the home side. Jarlath Fahey trained Jennies Jewel in Monasterevin Co Kildare to win the Ascot Stakes. Yesterday in the second race Lady Aurelia under Frankie Detorri made it two for America winning the Queen Mary Stakes for trainer Wesley Ward after Richard Fahey and William Buick won the opening Jersey Stakes with Ribchester. Usherette put France on the map in the Duke of Cambridge Stakes as Mickael Barzalona rode the Andre Fabre trained mare to victory over Furia Ceuzada and Always Smile. In the Prince of Wales Stakes Aidan O’Brien’s Found did find one better in outsider My Dream Boat trained by Clive Cox caught her on the line. The Royal Hunt Cup gave Michael Halford his first Royal Ascot winner when James Doyle rode Portage to victory over Librisa Breeze

and Mitchum Swagger. In the closing Sandringham Handicap Persuavise, medium of an old fashioned gamble, won at 11/4 fav for Frankie Detorri, completing a double on the day, and trainer John Gosden from Diamond Fields and Sharaakah by 1¼l and a nose.

Lenebane Review Monday 8 race card at Roscommon was reduced to 6 with the abandonment of both divisions of the OCR Recycling flat handicap on safety grounds. The opening EBF Auction Maiden for 2-Y-O was won by the Andrew Slattery trained debutant Branch Line from Randal Stevens and Billy Big, 1¾l and a head separating the at the line. The following handicap for 4-Y-O + went to Sister Slew by 3l and ½l from Clear Focus and Fairy Foxglove. Flat racing came to a premature close with the fav. Munaashid winning the 1m 2f EBF Maiden for Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen from Benny Paret and Motherland. There was then over an hour’s delay before 3 horses went to post for the Dermot Hughes Novice Chase and the odds on fav. Chathan House Rule was turned over by Jessica Harrington’s Gambling Girl ridden by Robbie Power. The national hunt showpiece run on the track, The Tote sponsored Connaught National, was won by Aranhill Chief for the 2nd year running. Trained in by Stephen Mahon the 9-Y-0 kept on under strong pressure from Kevin Sexton to win from joint fav. Sir Abbot and Mr Diablo by 1¼l and 5l. There were 6 runners in the beginners chase and Jessica Harrington and Robbie Power combined to complete a double with the odds on Sandymount Duke running out an easy winner from Hard To Call and Full Cry. On Tuesday saw the layers come out on top with only one winning fav. St Lawrence Gap in the first at 3/1 by a head and 3l from Boom Box with Artesome in third. The joint fav only just got up in the shadow of the post for Barry O’Connell. The second was won by Gigginstown when Delegate beat Tesseract and Weather Watch. The winner is

Galileo Gold wins the St James’s Palace from The Gurkha, right, and Awtaad

trained by Gordon Elliott and was ridden by Jack Kennedy. The Ivan Connaughton Auctioneers handicap hurdle was divided and Div I went to outsider Kentucky Lass at 14/1 the same price as Havana Dancer the winner of Div II. The Abbey Hotel Maiden Hurdle went to the Co Wexford trained Alan Potts owned Sizing Alberta. Davy Russell rode the winner for Colm Murphy. Plain Talking provided Jack Kennedy with a double winning the feature 188BET handicap hurdle from Mine Now and Some Hawk. The 3m handicap hurdle Robbie Power was again on the mark with Jo Go for Cathy O’Leary finishing 3½l and ½l in front of The Informer and Clontarf. Racing came to a close with an all family affair as “Pa” King brought Derrygereen Girl home in front of Seaboard and Christening Spoon to give his brother trainer James success with his first runner.

General News Brian Toomey failed to bring down the curtain on a riding career cut short by injury in fairytale fashion at Stratford on Tuesday. The jockey who miraculously came back from life threatening injuries suffered at Perth in 2013 spent nearly 6 months in

Never mind Sligo, it’s time to invade Castlebar!

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ttending club football games never seems to have this effect on the oul ticker! I was about to book myself in for a check-up halfway through Sunday’s Connacht Semi-Final against Sligo. The Yeats men tore us apart worse than the Hyde Park pitch during the Mayo league game a few months back. For 35 minutes it looked as if Sligo were going to turn us over in the championship again – they were everywhere! Thankfully, Kevin and Fergie worked wonders at the half-time break and a different team came out in the second half. ‘Sligo who?’ We were wondering half-way through the second half as the mighty Rossies showed all the quality of a Division One team. Suddenly those noisy neighbours from up the Boyle road were a little sheepish as the All-Ireland champions elect put 4-10 past them! Sure if

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ROVING ROSSIE

(He’s our man on the ground – and he’s always right!)

Pictured (above) at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last were Josephine, Pauline, Socha, Rhona, Michelle, Gráinne and Donie. Picture: Andrew Fox

Donie Shine speaks to RTE after Roscommon’s Connacht semi-final win over Sligo. Picture: Andrew Fox

ya can’t daydream in June, when can ya? Sunday evening’s pint was a little easier to swallow knowing that Roscom-

mon would be making the trip to Castlebar next month. Who will they play? It doesn’t make a difference, we’ll take them

all on! Although, silencing more noisy neighbours on their own pitch would complete the Roscommon year of redemption!

Pictured (right) at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last were Eileen Carroll, Siobhan and Bernie Egan. Picture: Andrew Fox

hospital before eventually making a comeback to race riding last year. His last mount was on City Dreams for Philip Kirby and she was brought down at the 4th. The mare did not survive unfortunately but Brian did and he will return to Ireland where he hopes to get involved in the industry.

Competition Time Racing returns to Kilbeggan on Monday 20th June and Domnic Tobin, Owen Brennan and John Egan can collect their tickets in the office in Abbey Street, all knew that Joseph O’Brien trained his first winners on the 6th June. First chance to win two tickets for Lenebane for the 2 day meeting on Monday and Tuesday 4th / 5th of July, to win let us know which horse won the Connaught National for the 2nd year running in Roscommon last Monday? Answers please on a post card to The Roscommon People, Abbey St., Roscommon or by e-mail to tomred17@gmail.com by 12.00 pm Wednesday the 29th June for Roscommon competition and don’t forget to include your name, address and a contact phone number with all competition entries. Tickets have to be collected in the office in Abbey Street.

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Dan’s SPORTING WORLD WITH DAN DOONER It’s all kicking off at the Euros! THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner Veteran war correspondent, Kate Adie, may need to book a plane ticket to France as Russian, English and French fans continue to insult and assault each other. Now before I go on, I have no doubt that the majority of trouble has been instigated by the well organised hooligan element from Russia. I’m sure the majority of fans attending the games don’t feel the need to pack mouth-guards and batons! The English fans – guilty and innocent – are merely paying for decades of reckless behaviour throughout Europe. The sad thing is, that while the English authorities have always condemned such behaviour, their counterparts in Moscow seem to get off on

it. Chest beating and praise could be seen on the social media accounts of prominent Russian politicians earlier this week. Which brings me to the main point of this article; the World Cup should be stripped from Russia to ensure the safety of genuine football fans at the tournament. I did, however, find it quite humorous to read England fans clambering for this punishment during the week. 20 years ago England hosted Euro 1996, months after the Lansdowne Road riots during a friendly match against the Republic of Ireland. Russia need to be put in their place and part of me hopes that the hooligans act up again and that the football governing bodies have no choice but to act. On a more positive note, the Irish fans – so far – have behaved impeccably. I’m delighted to see so many from Roscommon and surrounding areas

Sporting week on Tweet Street Tomás Quinn @mossyquinn The lad who tried to steal the Russia goal as it crossed the line would make a good corner forward. (Almost got there too, but let’s be honest who would argue with Berezutski?)

Rob Kearney @KearneyRob With 14 men – that’s incredible! (There was plenty to tweet about as the Irish rugby team beat South Africa)

Carl Frampton MBE @ RealCFrampton The Republic of Ireland fans singing “stand up for the Ulster man” in memory of Darren Rodgers at tonights match. Amazing. #COYBIG #GAWA (The Green Army paid a special tribute to a member of the Green and White Army, Darren Rodgers, who died tragically in Nice.)

Irish supporters travelling to France have continued to mingle well with rival fans.

have enjoyed themselves in France. I hope that continues and that alcohol is consumed responsibly.

Bórd Fáilte may want to consider using their marketing budget to pay off fans’ Credit Union loans.

They’ve been a terrific advertisement for this island – north and south.

Handball

St. Coman’s compete in Mount Talbot

Pictured is the Ladies Open champion, Martina McMahon, receiving the cup from sponsor, Joan Treacy, alongside runner-up, Hannah Dagg at Mount Talbot Handball Club last week.

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The youngest Roscommon player to compete recently in Mount Talbot, Eoghan Carthy, won the Plate competition in the boys U-10 grade beating his clubmate Irslam Yakhyaev. Carragh Kennedy is showing continuous improvement this year and played very well to win the Girls U-12 Plate beating Emma Kinnane from Abbeyknockmoy in the final. Fionn Cusack maintained his good Onewall form when he took the honours in

the boys U-16 Plate. Fionn played very impressively in the Plate, culminating with his 16-9 final win over Tyrone’s fancied Dara Curran. Fionn’s older brother Oisin was narrowly beaten by Leitrim’s Jarlath Scollan, 19-18. Rory Carthy, Eoghan’s older brother, nearly caused one of the shocks of the whole weekend but was narrowly defeated by reigning World Doubles champion Fiachra O’Duill in the Boys U-12

Cup second round. Eanna Moran lost convincingly to Clare’s Sean Coughlan in the Cup and to Tipperary’s Cormac Doheny in the Plate, only getting into it at the end of his second match. Fiona Tully was well beaten by Mayo’s Pauline Gallagher in her opening Ladies Open match. In her Plate match Fiona was comfortably dispatched by Niamh Dunne from Laois.

This weekend in the sporting world Masters of the Beautiful Game There is Umbro Masters League action this Friday at 7 pm between Skyvalley Rovers who entertain St. Francis FC and Dunmore Town v Shiven Rovers. Last week’s results are as follows: Skyvalley Rovers 0 Dunmore Town 2, Shiven Rovers 1 Glen Celtic 1, CB Trotters 1 St. Comans FC 4. St. Comans top the table with St. Francis in second.

President’s Prize in Carrick This Saturday and Sunday (June 18th and 19th) will see John Moffatt’s President’s Prize up for grabs at Carrick-onShannon Golf Club. Book online!

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Sharkey attacks in Roscommon We start in Roscommon where a Sharkey chased a Finn around the course and eventually rose to the surface on the 20th hole. Congratulations to Michael Sharkey who won the President’s Prize in a classic final against JT Finn. Last week’s men’s competition was won by Brian Feeley with 41 points while Mikey Corcoran took the junior prize, Sergio Benedetti (grand Roscommon name!) won the senior men’s and M. Farrell took the senior ladies. In Athlone, the Connacht Strokeplay Championship was won by home golfer, Thomas O’Connor. Meanwhile, Eamonn Geoghegan won the Wednesday Open with 47 points. In the Cooney’s Pharmacy Open, John Duggan was the winner of the men’s event with 42 points while Denise Lally wwas the women’s winner with 40 points.

Up in Carrick-on-Shannon, club captain Damien Duignan won the inaugural Ging’s Bar sponsored stroke competition recently, shooting a 66. The Carrick Carnival Open was won by James Connors with 42 points ahead of Gary Vesey and Tony McPhilips on 41 and 40 respectively. The women’s event was won by Ann Campbell on 42 points ahead of Eta King and Elizabeth Muldowney. In Castlerea, Maura Tully won the most recent competition ahead of Laura Griffin while Kay O’Loughlin beat Maura to the O’Connor Don sponsored competition. The Mulvihill Cup was won by Gerry McDonagh ahead of Gerry Keane and the mixed foursomes team were defeated by Roscommon last week. In Strokestown, Stephen O’Connor, Philip Duignan,

Pictured is Elphin Open organiser, Ger ‘Nipper’ McKeon, with Elphin Open Winner Daryl Gurney at An Bóthar Rua recently.

Gurney retains Elphin Open title Pictured are the finalists in this year’s President Prize at Roscommon Golf Club – Michael Sharkey and JT Finn alongside Club President Kevin Henry.

Peter Costello and Richie Cheevers won the annual club classic. Carrick-onShannon ladies Phil Em-

mett, Eta King, Hilary Collins and Geraldine Farry won the ladies prize. We have a new venue this

week; Glenamaddy. Their outing in Gort went well last week with Padraig Molloy victorious!

Daryl Gurney was victorious at least week’s Elphin Open at An Bóthar Rua. The world number 28 beat Michael Meaney 8-7 in a thrilling final. Elsewhere, Mick Egan won the Bank Holiday Round Robin competition, beating Gary Concannon 5-3 in a competitive final. There were also impressive performances from a number of youth players which means players like Mick will need to guard against complacency going forward!

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Mission accomplished as Rossies reach final There have been a few bumps along the way, but Roscommon are in the Connacht final – and now they can sit back and watch as Mayo and Galway battle it out this Saturday in Castlebar. The aims at the start of 2016 were to survive in Division One and to get to the Connact final, and both those aims have been achieved, so well done to all concerned. Roscommon have been hit by a lot of injuries this year but hopefully they will have cleared up in time for the final. It was good to see Cathal Compton and the

Smith brothers coming on last Sunday. I must say that I really liked the attitude of Neil Collins. He was dropped last week but he was determined to prove a point and was magnificent when he came on. The aim now must be for Roscommon to be competitive in the Connacht final and to put up a good show. We have a lot of very good young players and this will be a huge test for them, but they should relish it. This is what all the training is for. I am expecting that Mayo will beat Galway and that we will

therefore have to travel on July the 10th. More about that closer to the final. It was great to see a big crowd in Dr. Hyde Park for the last game before the pitch is redone. It is a magnificent venue for a big game. 35 minutes after the match ended, the traffic was all gone. When we have a new pitch we will hopefully get many big games at the venue. Elsewhere, Tipperary pulled off a fantastic win against Cork in Munster. Roscommon man Paddy Neilan was the referee and there was huge praise after the

game for his performance. This Tipperary win did not come out of the blue, as they have been threatening this for some years and they have had great success at underage level in recent times. Well done to Liam Kearns and his players. However I would say that there is consternation in the Munster Council at the result. A Tipperary v Kerry final will draw a fraction of the crowd that Cork v Kerry would have drawn. I hope that the tens of thousands of Tipp hurling supporters make an exception for the final and go out and support their footballers.

Greatest day in Irish rugby history Last Saturday was the greatest day in the history of Irish international rugby. First, the U-20 team went out and beat the mighty All Blacks easily. It was a superbly confident performance from a very talented team who had earlier beaten the Grand Slam champions Wales. It was unbelievable to think that these young men were the first Irish men’s team ever to beat the All Blacks. Let’s hope they can go on and win the tournament now. Then later in the day the Irish senior men’s team beat South Africa with a display full of heart, determination and skill. When CJ Stander was given a red card after 20 minutes I thought Ireland were bunched, but they showed unbelievable character to stay in front. I was glad for Paddy Jackson that he played so well after all his years in the shadow of Johnny Sexton. To win on South African soil for the first time ever – with 14 men for 60 minutes – was one of the greatest achievements in modern Irish sport.

certainly grounds for optimism. Despite all the great players that they have, Belgium looked a poor outfit against Italy. However, on the other side of the equation, the game against Ireland is one that Belgium are under pressure to win now, which might be bad news for us. Remember too that Italy play Sweden on Friday, and if Italy were to win that encounter they would be certain to be group winners – in which event they may not be

C r y s t a l B a ll … Connacht SFC Semi-Final: Mayo v Galway in Castlebar on Saturday Anything other than a comfortable Mayo win here would be a shock. The vibes coming out of the Galway camp are not good, and while they have some very good players, Mayo look far too strong. Roscommon followers will be taking a keen interest here. Mayo to win easily. Prediction: Mayo.

Ulster SFC Semi-Final: Tyrone v Cavan in Clones on Sunday Cavan played some really nice football against Armagh and are an improving side. Tyrone look a very formidable outfit and have designs on being there at the business end of the championship. Cavan will give Tyrone plenty to think about – but Mickey Harte’s men will prevail. Prediction: Tyrone.

Leinster SHC Semi-Final: Offaly v Galway on Sunday in Portlaoise Offaly have done well after a terrible start to the year. Galway were comfortable winners against Westmeath, but have bigger fish to fry. The Tribesmen will be too strong, but it remains to be seen how good a team they are. Prediction: Galway.

Munster SHC Semi-Final: Limerick v Tipperary on Sunday in Thurles Mark Hunt, Catherine Hunt, Aileen Hunt, Shane McGrath, Patricia Casey and Kellie Hunt pictured supporting Roscommon in Dr. Hyde Park. Picture: Andrew Fox

Swede and Sour in opening game Good and bad. That’s the verdict after the Ireland v Sweden match on Monday evening. Ireland were excellent in the first half and could have gone in 2-0 ahead. They scored a cracking goal from Wes Hoolihan three minutes into the second half, but then they retreated into their shell – and in truth there was a real sense for about ten minutes that the equaliser was coming. Now the big game is against Belgium on Saturday. There are

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at full tilt when we play them in the final group game. All to play for yet. I have to say that I have enjoyed the games that I have seen so far at Euro 2016. Needless to say a minority of English fans have disgraced themselves again. I know that the Russians were to blame for a lot of the violence in Marseilles, but how come there has been trouble surrounding almost every game involving England for the past 30 years?

The Republic of Ireland played out a 1-1 draw against Sweden in their opening game at the European Championships in France.

This will be a cracker. Limerick are coming in under the radar and could well spring a surprise, but Tipp look the better bet after their demolition job on Cork in the quarter-final. Prediction: Tipperary.

All-Ireland SFC Qualifiers This weekend I am predicting wins for Laois (v Armagh), Derry (v Louth), Wicklow ( v Carlow), and Waterford (v Leitrim). Note: Our good run of predictions came to an end last weekend, with Tipperary footballers’ win against Cork in Munster. However all the rest were right – so 29 out of 30 is not bad, I suppose!

Cavan girl number one in the world There wasn’t much coverage of the Curtis Cup golf match between Britain & Ireland and the USA last weekend, and that’s a pity – because in women’s golf we have the number one player in the world in Leona Maguire from Cavan. Leona led the home team to victory and was the highest point-scorer with four points out of a possible five. It is only a matter of time before she turns pro. She is expected to be a force at the very top for many years to come. Staying with the little white ball, the US Open is on this weekend on a very tough course at Oakmont. Patience is required on this course and the usual suspects are expected to be at the top of the leaderboard. Rory McIlroy is my tip to win it, if he’s putting well. If McIlroy’s putter is cold, then my choice would be Dustin Johnson.

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SportsPeople Action from Clann v Roscommon Gaels in last round, with Johnny Dunning on the ball. Picture: Andrew Fox

Champs Clann may edge it People Sport Game of the Weekend Clann na nGael v Padraig Pearses on Saturday at Johnstown at 7.30 pm First Round results: Clann na nGael lost to Roscommon Gaels, Padraig Pearses beat St. Brigid’s Key Battleground Arguably the most impressive performance of round one came from Pearses when they put St Brigid’s to the sword.

The fact that Conor and Ronan Daly have left for the USA will certainly weaken their challenge, but they still have plenty of good players like Niall Carty, Niall Daly, Hubert Darcy, Seanie Fahy and Emmet Kelly. Clann missed a lot of chances when losing to Roscommon Gaels and they will want to get their title defence up and running at their home ground.

Fergal Lennon, Jack Connaughton, David Flynn, Cathal Shine and Donie Shine will all be expected to play leading roles, with Ultan Harney back in training and a possible sub. This could go down to the wire but Clann need the win and they should be able to make home advantage pay. Roscommon People Prediction: Clann na nGael.

SEAMUS DUKE previews this weekend’s Hodson Bay Hotel, Roscommon SFC Round 2 games and (below) all the IFC action…

Vital game for Brigid’s Who’s in Action? St. Brigid’s v Boyle (Section A). When and Where? On Friday in Kiltoom at 8 pm. First Round results: St. Brigid’s lost to Padraig Pearses, Boyle beat Castlerea St Kevin’s. Key Battleground: A very interesting game in prospect here. St. Brigid’s struggled against Pearses –particularly up front – and don’t be surprised to see player-manager Frankie Dolan in the Brigid’s attack in this game as there are injury doubts about Ronan Stack and Cathal McHugh. Ian Kilbride could be back for a match in which the contribution of Senan Kilbride and Karol Mannion will be crucial. The return of Enda Smith and big brother Donie will lift the Boyle challenge and with Seanie Purcell, Tadhg McKenna and Tadhg Lowe also in Mick Jordan’s team, Boyle look to have plenty of firepower. Brigid’s will have to play well to win here and Boyle could well spring a shock. Brigid’s must win this match and they might

just scrape it at home. There won’t be much in it. Prediction: St. Brigid’s.

Gaels to continue winning ways Who’s in Action? Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Roscommon Gaels (Section A). When and Where? On Sunday in Castlerea at 3.45 pm. First Round results: Castlerea lost to Boyle, while Roscommon Gaels defeated the defending champions Clann na nGael Key Battleground: Roscommon Gaels put down a marker with their hard-fought win against Clann na nGael at Lisnamult in round one. They have a very strong side. Liam McNeela, John McManus, Paul Gleeson, James McDermott, David O’Gara, Brian Kelly, Enda Lannon and Ciaran Kilcline have all been playing well. There is still a doubt over the fitness of Cian Connolly. Castlerea will need Ger Heneghan, Darren McDermott, Ronan Raftery and Fintan Kelly to lead

from the front, but in truth it would be a shock if the home side were to win here. Prediction: Roscommon Gaels.

Faithleach’s have firepower Who’s in Action? Michael Glavey’s v St. Faithleach’s (Section B). When and Where? At Strokestown on Saturday at 7.30 pm. First Round results: Michael Glavey’s lost to St. Croan’s while St. Faithleach’s beat Elphin by eight points. Key Battleground: The game against St. Croan’s was a bit of a wake-up call for Glavey’s as they were well beaten. They will be up against it here again. Darren O’Malley, Gary Patterson, Andrew Glennon and Caoileann Fitzmaurice will be prominent, but it is hard to see them being able to deal with the threat posed by the Murtagh brothers, Brian, Ciaráin and Diarmuid (if he is fit). With Kevin Farrell, Dave Rooney and Darragh Hussey also in the Faithleach’s

attack they look to have too much for the intermediate champions. Prediction: St. Faithleach’s.

Big local derby Who’s in Action? Strokestown v Elphin (Section B). When and Where? On Sunday at Kilglass at 1 pm. First Round results: Strokestown lost to Western Gaels while Elphin lost to St. Faithleach’s. Key Battleground: Both sides were disappointing in the first round, both losing heavily. Elphin will be hoping that the inspirational Fintan Cregg can work his magic and bring the likes of Shane Killoran, Gerry Cregg, John Collins and Paddy O’Connor with him. Strokestown have a very talented set of players but they have flattered to deceive so many times over the past couple of years. Davy Neary, Sean Mullooly, Paddy Brogan, Thomas Corcoran, Cathal and Colin Compton, Kevin Finn and Diarmuid McGann all have lots of

Fintan Cregg, in action for Roscommon last Sunday, will be a key figure for Elphin as the club championships resume this weekend. Picture: Andrew Fox

inter-county experience. Sooner or later Strokestown are going to put it all together and produce a good display. Maybe this will be the day. Prediction: Strokestown.

Gaels to prevail? Who’s in Action? Western Gaels v St. Croan’s (Section B). When and Where? On Sunday in Castlerea at 2 pm.

First Round results: Western Gaels defeated Strokestown and St. Croan’s beat Michael Glavey’s. Key Battleground: Western Gaels were very impressive in round one against Strokestown and with Seanie McDermott, Cathal and Finbar Cregg and Derek Moran in their ranks they have plenty of good players –and the possibility that Ciaran Cafferky and Kevin Hig-

gins could play will boost them also. Croan’s were solid against Glavey’s, but this will be a much bigger test. James Connaughton, Ross Timothy, the Smith brothers and Cathal Connelly have all been playing well and they will give Western Gaels plenty of this about. I have a slight preference for the Gaels in this one – but it will be tight. Prediction: Western Gaels.

Mulryan Construction IFC Round 2 action Oran v St. Dominic’s on Saturday in Johnstown at 5.45 pm (Group A)

Tulsk v Fuerty on Sunday in Fuerty at 3.30 pm (Group A)

Shannon Gaels v St. Michael’s on Saturday in Croghan at 7.30 pm (Group B)

Oran were excellent against Kilmore with Jack Earley in lethal form and they will expect to beat St Dominic’s in what looks likely to be a closely-fought tie. There won’t be much in this one but Oran look a really good young side. Prediction: Oran

Fuerty are a decent outfit and they will be looking forward to this test against favourites Tulsk at Mulhern Park. After a couple of seasons where their potential has been unfulfilled, Tulsk are determined to win the IFC once and for all. This could be one of the best games of the weekend. Prediction: Tulsk

Not much to choose between these two at Croghan. The junior champions will be hoping that home advantage will count – but Michael’s might just have too much for the home side on the night. Prediction: St. Michael’s

Kilbride v Kilmore on Saturday in Strokestown at 5.45 pm (Group A)

St. Barry’s v St. Aidan’s on Saturday in Tarmonbarry at 5.45 pm (Group B)

Both sides were well beaten in round one and will not want to lose two in a row. This is a hard game to predict. Kilmore rely a lot on Derek Connellan for their scores while Kilbride rely on Conor Devaney. It’s a toss-up to be honest. Prediction: A draw

Barry’s scored a hard-fought win against St. Michael’s in round one and they will be hoping to make it two on the trot against St. Aidan’s, who are slipping down the ranks with every passing year. David Keenan and the McGowans should have enough influence to inspire a home win. Prediction: St. Barry’s

Éire Óg v Clann na nGael on Sunday in Loughglynn at 3.30 pm (Group B) A very long journey for Clann’s second string, who scored a good win in round one against Shannon Gaels. They won’t find it as easy here against the home side, who beat St. Aidan’s in round one. Paul Freeman, Ross Nolan, Liam Creaton and Colm Lavin have the experience to lead Éire Óg to victory. Prediction: Éire Óg

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t is ten years since Roscommon won the All-Ireland Minor Football Championship, defeating Kerry in a replay in Ennis to lift the title. The win was celebrated by tens of thousands of people in Roscommon – and by Roscommon people over the world too. It was a triumph that was a reward for years of top class coaching at underage level, a process which produced the players capable of competing and winning at the very top level. Roscommon may not have repeated their All-Ireland success since 2006, but they have won many provincial titles at minor and U-21 level as the supply line of excellent young players continues to be productive. The situation is the same in hurling, albeit at a lower level, but some of the developments, especially in the past two or three years, signal a bright future for that game in the county too. Counties with a small population base – like Roscommon – have to be innovative when it comes to coaching young players. Happily, instead of sitting back on their laurels, the Roscommon GAA authorities have appointed former player Sean Kilbride as Coaching Manager to assist and co-ordinate the coaching of hurling and football in the county. Sean is working alongside Willie Hegarty, who has been the Games Manager for many years. I met with Sean Kilbride and Willie Hegarty recently to discuss their plans to increase the awareness of the importance of coaching and to improve the links between the clubs in the county and the local national and secondary schools, links which are

Wille Hegarty and Sean Kilbride. Picture: Andrew Fox.

absolutely crucial. Sean Kilbride, in his role as Coaching Manager or coordinator, succeeds Seamus Sweeney and Pat Compton, both of whom, he said, had been doing “a brilliant job”. Going forward, Sean says that there is much work to be done, especially at club level. “The results at underage level in recent years prove that we have been doing a lot right in Roscommon, but there is a gap at club level that we need to address – and that’s at all levels. There is a problem for clubs (in) recruiting coaches at all levels. That’s one prob-

lem – and then educating the coaches is another problem,” he said. There are now three full-time coaches in the county. “We have just recruited our third full-time coach, Padraig Mitchell. That has been a big boost for us. He will come in to assist the other football coach, Peter Carney, and the hurling coach, Proinsias Killian. That’s in addition to Willie, our Games Manager. It means that we can now split the county into two for football coaching, which relieves the pressure somewhat. But other counties have many more coaches and that is something that we

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“What we want is for clubs to identify and recruit more coaches and to hold on to those coaches they have. Then we will help to educate the coaches and we will organise seminars to do that. But it remains a fact that a lot of clubs have ignored the primary schools in their area.” Willie Hegarty says that it is amazing to note that there are many children who are attending national schools in the county who have no affiliation to a GAA club. “We have come across plenty of kids who have no affiliation to a club when they are in primary school. It is the clubs who are losing out in that situation, so we need far stronger links between the local club and the local schools. “We did a pilot scheme with Roscommon CBS and Roscommon Community College. We put in extra coaches and met all the coaches and the teachers. We sent in Liam McHale (member of Roscommon senior management team) to do some coaching and it was incredible to report that a lot of the players that we were coaching had no club at all. Even at primary level a lot of the students there did not know what their local GAA club was, which was very surprising. So there is a huge gap there and a lot to work on.” Sean Kilbride says that kids develop their skills before the age of 12. “If we are not coaching players properly at national school level, then we are missing out. It is the same problem in other counties, but with our small population we have to maximise what we have with regard to secondary schools.” Willie Hegarty cites a startling statistic: “There are players in County Roscommon Continued overleaf–

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Sean Kilbride says that the ambition is that into the future there should be four full-time football coaches and one for hurling. “It will be difficult to get funding for those coaches, but we are working hard on that. The extra funding we got to employ Padraig Mitchell came from an initiative from Pat Compton, my predecessor. It is 80% funded by Croke Park and Connacht and that’s very welcome. “There were two seminars organised recently. There were 35 coaches (football and hurling) at the first one and we had 81 at the second seminar, which was fantastic. We had various speakers in and we did a practical session at Hyde Park with Liam McHale, which was very well received. We will keep organising those seminars to help out coaches into the future.”

Uneven distribution of resources is a huge issue Sean Kilbride says that the uneven distribution of resources is a huge problem that will have to be addressed at national level. “This is a huge issue. For instance, here in Roscommon, we get about €50,000, and that’s to develop all our underage games in the county. It’s a derisory amount…and then you see what the likes of Dublin are getting. It’s a joke. We have to keep raising this issue. “We need more coaches (in order) to compete. That’s the only way we can progress. In Dublin there is one full-time coach there per club and up to recently here in Roscommon we had one full-time coach for the whole county. It is an issue that we have to resolve.”

are working on at the moment. Ideally we would like to divide the county into three or four sections.” Another very important job that the coaching staff in Roscommon have to do is to improve the level of contact between club coaches and local schools. Games Manager Willie Hegarty says that they receive great co-operation from the schools in the county. “Along with the three full-time staff and myself, we employ nine part-time coaches for 16 weeks of the year… who go into the national schools. We get great co-operation and there is great goodwill. “The next step now is to develop better club/school links at national and secondary level schools. That’s one of our major aims. “At the moment, that club/school link is good in some areas and poor in others. It means that the volunteers in clubs are being asked to do even more work and that is not easy…to be asking people to do that. “It is tough for clubs to get people to go into schools in the middle of the day and as well as that it’s not just anyone who can arrive at the door of a school and take out a group of kids. There are child protection issues and Garda vetting, etc. so it is not straightforward. “We have started a club mentoring programme. It is working well. We go into clubs and take a look at their coaching philosophy under six headings, and we try to build that club/school link which we see as vital. You have to remember that in Roscommon we have one of the highest number of one and two teacher schools in the country.” Sean Kilbride says that the club mentoring programme is very important for the future.

Neil Collins signs a jersey for a young Roscommon supporter. Picture: Andrew Fox

The role of the county development squads is something that both Willie Hegarty and Sean Kilbride were very eager to acknowledge during their recent interview with the Roscommon People. Sean Kilbride said: “There are some fantastic people working away without any publicity at all with our county development squads and the reason we have been so successful at underage level in recent years is because of the work that these people do. “Nobody knows about these people or the amount of work that they do – which is colossal and totally voluntary – and which is unique to any county in Ireland.” Willie Hegarty added: “I couldn’t praise these people highly enough. They are there (in) rain, hail or snow to help out, and they get nothing except a bit of gear from time to time. I also want to pay tribute to the clubs who facilitate

these panels to train and do coaching. Never once have we been turned away by any club over the years and I want to especially thank Kilbride and St. Faithleach’s for their efforts over the years. “We don’t provide transport, so we rely on parents to bring the players along – and they have been brilliant too. “The status of Roscommon at underage level now is that there was an elite U-17 competition this year and Roscommon were involved and the other counties were Cork, Dublin, Kildare and Meath, and we did very well in that tournament. We have reached the semi-final with the final weekend to be played in Cork in mid-July. It is a sign of the esteem that Roscommon are held in when it comes to underage coaching.” Sean and Willie stress that there are fantastic people involved at every level. Continued overleaf–

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coaching culture Continued from previous page –> going to nine different secondary schools outside the county in three different provinces. In fact there are more players going to secondary schools outside County Roscommon than are going to school inside the county – and that poses a different problem altogether.” Sean Kilbride says that this is a problem that means that clubs and the county are losing out on players. “For instance we have players going to places like Marist College in Athlone, but if they don’t get on the U-14 team they decide to give up football altogether. The clubs are losing out…it is happening in other schools too. There are some great clubs who have seen what is happening and they are going into some of the schools to help out. The elite players will always be okay, but those further down the ladder are losing out. The weaker clubs are not doing their bit and a lot of these young players are lost to other sports.” Sean says other sports are a factor and that rugby is really growing stronger in many areas. “We are seeing a big growth in rugby across the board and they are being well funded by the IRFU as well. This project that we set up with the secondary schools in Roscommon town was a big success. We met with all the teachers and we found out what the schools need from the clubs and what they need from us as coaches…the idea would be that the clubs serving both schools would contribute €250 per school – so that would be €500 per club per year – and the schools would use that money to develop players. “The club will benefit as they are getting developed players and the schools

have that extra bit of financial support that they need to compete. We want to cultivate a link between the clubs and the local schools so that the clubs would be able to supply coaches to help out with school teams. Oftentimes there is one teacher looking after an entire team, which is not ideal. They need more back-up.” Willie and Sean were also anxious to remind me that this is not a footballonly initiative, and that that there is huge work going on at underage hurling level too. Sean explained: “Pronsias Killian is making great progress on the hurling front and the U-17 squad, under Stephen Glennon – who is a top class coach – competed in the Celtic League against some of the elite counties. They performed very well in recent months. The standard is rising all the time and any initiatives that we are undertaking apply to hurling as well. We are working closely with Kieran Farrell of Coiste Iomana on various things in hurling as well.”

The men leading a coaching crusade…who are they?

Willie Hegarty, a native of Tulsk, Co. Roscommon, is married to Dympna and the couple live at Killeenboy, Roscommon. Well-known as the voice of sport in Roscommon through his distinctive and popular match commentary with Shannonside FM, Willie is employed as Roscommon GAA Games Manager.

Sean Kilbride from Kiltoom is steeped in Roscommon GAA, with an impressive track record as player, manager and coach. The St. Brigid’s clubman was an intercounty star and his sons Senan and Ian both play for Roscommon seniors. Sean, who is married to Debbie, lives in Kiltoom. He was recently appointed County Coaching Officer in Roscommon.

Starting next week Regular Roscommon GAA coaching coverage in association with the Roscommon People So the work goes on every day, every week, in clubs and schools all around the county. So we should all remember than when the Rossies take the field for a big championship or league game in front of thousands of people, it is certain that the players you see were coached from a very early age by people who give up their free time for the love of the game.

Cumann Na mBunscol Roscommon boys pictured in Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday. Picture: Andrew Fox

‘unsung heroes’ Continued from previous page –> Football U-14s: Newly-appointed recently were Padraig Mitchell and Alan Garvey. U-15s: Doing excellent work are Paul Staunton, Stephen Lohan and Michael Gallagher. U-16s: In the very capable hands of Stephen Sheeran, Peter Carney, David Duignan, Liam Tully and Richard Feeney (Karina Sheeran, medical personnel). At U-17: The key people are Karl Foley, Cathal McDonagh, Jim Gaffney, Donal Carroll (Tony Henry is stats man for games). Cathal McDonagh is Strength & Conditioning Coach at U-15, U-16 and U-17 level. Minor: Kieran Kilkenny is manager. Brian Costello is selector, Niall Kilcrann is trainer, Aaron Clogher is performance analyst, Shane Monaghan is over strength

and conditioning, Ger Donoghue is kit man, Enda Daly is goalkeeping coach, Darren Owens is physical therapist and Jenny Downey is chartered physio. Also a key member of management team is Enda McGreevy. Hurling Prionsias Killion, Peter Kelleghan and Michael Donnelly are in charge at U-14 and U-15 level and at U-16 and U-17 level it’s Stephen Glennon, Jimmy Donoghue, Joe Connaughton, Kieran Farrell and Seamus Donnelly. Sean Kilbride: “Without these people we would not be able to do the job we are doing. These people are the unsung heroes of Roscommon football and hurling.” Willie: “This all started 10 or 12 years ago, with the input of former county players, but it is more difficult as time

goes on to get people to commit and give their time. The commitment we have seen over the years is fantastic and the county will never be able to pay these people back for what they have done and are doing.” Willie Hegarty paid tribute to the ongoing support of the Connacht Council which he said is very favourable and much appreciated. Sean and Willie also wished to acknowledge another group of people who have been doing outstanding work at the coalface, “our part-time primary school football and hurling coaches, who operate in the school 16 weeks a year. They have built up a wonderful relationship with all our national schools.” They add: “The majority of our coaches have been with Roscommon Coaching Games Development for last ten years. This is a joint initiative by the County Board and the clubs.”

Jack Thewlis pictured supporting Roscommon in Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday last. Picture: Andrew Fox

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(Former Roscommon player)

‘It was a very unusual championship match and very high scoring too. Roscommon were poor in the first half and very loose in defence and at halftime, along with everyone else, I was worried. ‘But, in fairness to the players, they got it together in the second half. In fact we could have scored eight or nine goals with all the chances we had. ‘We have some really excellent players and we move the ball very well, but unfortunately there is more to championship football than moving it quickly. It is going to get much tougher after this and we will have to be ready for that. ‘At the start of the year we wanted to stay in Division One and get to the Connacht final and we have done that. But now that we are in it, we have to be competitive in the Connacht final. But with the pressure off now, maybe we can give it a real go now. We have a lot of good players and I am looking forward to the final. It is great to be there.’

Media View The shocked look on the faces of the Roscommon supporters, who made up most of the 8,338 attendance at Hyde Park, at half-time told its own story. They were watching a nightmare from this time last year unfolding in front of them, history repeating itself in front of their eyes. Roscommon’s shock loss to Sligo in the Connacht semi-final last summer was a huge blow to the development of this team but they regrouped under new management and supposedly came back stronger. The jitters in New York raised a few questions, the worries were eased with the win over Leitrim, and the ship, it seemed, was steadied for a right crack at five-in-a-row champions Mayo. And here they were, in front of their own people, trailing by 2-8 to 0-6 at half-time. Eight points down to a team two divisions below them. This was going to be the horror to beat all horrors. But Sligo knew there would be a kickback. They just needed to survive the early onslaught in the secondhalf. They didn’t last 30 seconds. Senan Kilbride rose high and got a fist to a long delivery from Niall Daly. The roar of relief from the crowd told its own story. Sligo, having already suffered a couple of blows while accumulating that big lead, knew they were goosed but even they couldn’t envisage a 4-10 to 0-5 second-half scoreline. It was inevitable Roscommon would push on from Kilbride’s strike after half-time but their supporters could hardly have dreamt by how much. Cathal and Fintan Cregg combined to send their captain Ciaráin Murtagh through for a quality score to tie the match at 2-10 apiece after 50 minutes and when he edged them in front shortly after, everyone knew the margin of victory was all that needed to be sorted out. Murtagh dispatched a penalty after Kilbride was fouled and they pulled away before Enda Smith finally made a host of goal chances count as Roscommon chalked up their biggest ever score against Sligo in a championship match. (Examiner.ie)

Adrian Mc Lean @adrian21mclean What a pathetic half of football from Roscommon, what are we doing out there #rosgaa (Faith was tested to breaking point.) Shane Curran @shanetcurran I predict a riot by Ros in the 2ND half – 3G 7pts will see Ros through (No, surely not?!) Richie Conway @Richieconway79 Phew #rosgaa (Yep, right there with ya buck!) Michael Finneran @soilsitheoir Only emotion = relief #rosgaa (Relief was the most popular emotion in the county last Sunday.)

Roscommon v Sligo: Danny Burke congratulates Fergal O’Donnell after the final whistle. Picture: Andrew Fox

Leona Hoare @Leona_Hoare What a send off for The Hyde as we know it. Some second half performance lads. (The Hyde Park turf was given a fitting send off.)

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praise for his frequently original, thought-provoking and interesting (though less of the name-dropping please!) column in The Sunday Independent, RTE pundit Joe Brolly is losing further credibility in his ‘tv expert’ role. On Sunday, Brolly not only castigated Roscommon at half-time during the Connacht semi-final – he barely changed his tune even after the home side’s free-scoring second-half performance. Pat Spillane, if anything, was a bit too carried away with Roscommon – “one of the top four or five teams in the country” because of their attacking options, the

Kerry great said as Brolly looked on incredulous – while Ciaran Whelan was typically nuanced in his assessment. When Brolly finally – and briefly – got a chance at full-time to add to his withering half-time assessment, he announced that Roscommon were “a mess.” That, remember, was Brolly’s assessment at full-time. A number of Roscommon supporters were angry with Brolly’s contribution. Others just ignore what he has to say. At Brolly’s level, it’s mostly showbusiness after all, isn’t it? – PH

Michael Carroll prepares himself for an incoming shower of rain at Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday. Picture: Andrew Fox

This Time Last Year Connacht SFC Semi-Final: Sligo 1-14 Roscommon 0-13 (at Markievicz Park)

What’s Next? Roscommon play Galway or Mayo in the Connacht SFC on July 10th.

Roscommon supporters take a selfie with Liam McHale and Kevin McStay. Picture: Andrew Fox

Stewards Seamus Nugent and Joe Kelly pictured at Roscommon v Sligo in Dr. Hyde Park. Picture: Andrew Fox

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McStay: Young Rossies still finding their feet < SEAMUS DUKE

Roscommon joint manager Kevin McStay said that the development of a winning team is not as straightforward as some people think and that his side are still finding their feet at championship level. He said: “It was great to see Neil Collins coming on and doing so well – he felt that he had a point to prove and his introduction was the turning point, in my view. He felt that the management made a mistake not picking him from the start and he was superb when he came in and fair play to him. “In the first half we were punished so hard for every mistake we made. We had 18 turnovers, which was about double what we would be hoping for, but

every time we gave away the ball we conceded a score. We had a couple of poor kick-outs that led to scores and we let in two soft goals. “There was only five of last year’s team that started today so that’s a big turnover of players in just a year. Everyone thinks that this is all done in straight lines and diagrams but it doesn’t work that way. We have a lot of young players just finding their feet. “Sligo had nine or ten players who have played in Connacht finals – and we have just four – so you have to take that into consideration too. We played some reasonable football in the first half and I thought it was harsh to be eight points down at half-time on the balance of play. But we showed great

composure in the second half and we took our scores very well and we missed a few goal chances too. “Senan’s goal just after half-time was crucial too. Sligo would have been hoping to hold their lead but it was gone after a few seconds and that was a boost to us. We were much more focussed today and we were ready for a battle. “We are in a Connacht final now and it is exactly where we wanted to be. It opens up the season for us. We are in the last 12 at worst and we have the possibility of winning the provincial championship and going to Croke Park or not, but we are in the final now and there is only one thing to do now and that’s win it. We are looking forward to the preparations for that now.”

Roscommon v Sligo: Kevin McStay, Fergal O’Donnell and management colleagues pictured in discussions at Dr. Hyde Park. Picture: Andrew Fox.

Carew: Rossies ‘have arrived’ < SEAMUS DUKE

Sligo boss Neil Carew was magnanimous in defeat and described a coming Roscommon team as “good for the game”. He said: “The loss of Adrian Marren with the black card and Charlie Harrisson (injured) were huge blows for us, but hats off to Roscommon, they were very impressive in the second half. I think we got lazy defensively in that second half and lost concentration and that can happen when a team has a run on you

and Roscommon pinned us back in the second half. “Roscommon are a good running team. We pushed up and it let Roscommon in and there were a lot more gaps at the back. I have said it for the past few weeks that this Roscommon team is coming and I was hoping that they wouldn’t come to the boil for another year or two, but they have duly arrived now and it is good for the game. We matched them for most of the game and a lot of our young players got great experience out there today, but we have a lot to learn yet.”

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Roscommon player Neil with Enda, Catherine, Trisha and Eugene Collins pictured after the final whistle. Picture: Andrew Fox

Collins ‘determined to make a difference’ < SEAMUS DUKE

Neil Collins may have proved a point to the Roscommon management on Sunday but his focus is fully on team performance and next month’s final. “Our backs were to the wall at half-time and we just needed to come out in the second half and just go for it and thankfully we did.

“Thankfully we played really well in the second half. I was determined to make a difference when I came on as a sub. I was happy to make a positive contribution. We will have to figure out how we were eight points down at halftime, but it is brilliant to be there in the final.” Meanwhile Donie Shine insists he didn’t lose belief as Sligo ran riot in a frus-

trating first half for Roscommon. He added that he was delighted to reach a Connacht final and didn’t mind who Roscommon faced next. “We missed a few chances in the first half and it sucked the energy out of us but in the second half we moved well and scored four goals – and that was the difference. “I never thought we were

out of it. There is great belief there among the players and we knew if we got a couple of early scores we would be back in it and that’s the way it panned out. “We are delighted to be in the Connacht final and to get over Sligo here today. I have no preference (as to) whether it’s Galway or Mayo.”

Roscommon almost topple Tipp All-Ireland Ladies Football U-14 B Semi-Final TIPPERARY ROSCOMMON Roscommon put in an excellent display at Birr last week and were in the contest right up to the final minute when Tipp scored their second goal to seal their win. Tipperary were on top in the opening half at the end of which they went in leading by 0-5 to 0-1, with Kayleigh Shine getting Roscommon’s only score (a free). Tipperary scored their

2-10 1-6 first goal early in the second half which gave Roscommon a mountain to climb. A great finish to the game by Roscommon almost saw them cause an upset. Michaela Keogh scored a great goal with nine minutes left and when Kayleigh Shine scored another point shortly after, there was only three in it. Roscommon goalkeeper Natasha Munnelly saved

a Tipperary penalty in the closing minutes. But in the 10th minute of injury-time Tipperary scored their second goal when Ava Fennessy was on target. Roscommon: N Munnelly; R Mulligan, C McDonnell, A O’Neill; A Curran, R Collins, J Regan; L O’Rourke, M Keogh (1-0); K Shine (0-5), A Campbell (0-1), O Mullaney; E Beirne, O Kelly, L Shanagher. Subs: C Owens for Collins, S Kilroe for Beirne, L Gallagher for Campbell, C Naughton for Mullaney, S Devanney for Kelly.

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Connacht SFC Semi-Final: Roscommon 4-16 Sligo 2-13

Goal blitz gives

THE VERDICT Seamus Duke

Slick Rossies into Connacht Final – after first-half scare It’s hard to know where to start analysing this bizarre game of championship football which was played in beautiful summer weather at Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday. Roscommon went into the game as the hot favourites but when referee Joe McQuillan blew the half-time whistle the Roscommon players trooped off eight points down (2-8 to 0-6) and with a mountain to climb. It was 2015 at Markievicz Park revisited, only twice as bad. Mistakes by the home side had been punished ruthlessly by a determined visiting side and many of us watching knew that unless Roscommon came thundering into the second-half exchanges with all guns blazing, another embarrassing championship defeat was staring the Rossies in the face. But, whatever was in the half-time cup of tea in the Roscommon dressingroom certainly worked as the home side set about reducing that Sligo lead from the resumption of play. Senan Kilbride fisted

home a goal after 22 seconds, by the 49th minute the sides were level (2-10 apiece) and Roscommon went on to score two further goals – and could have scored at least two more. An eight-point deficit was turned into a nine-point win. I have never seen that happen in the championship to any Roscommon senior team, and I am a long time going to Roscommon matches. So, what changed? In the first half Roscommon were hesitant, they handpassed the ball far too much and turned over possession a total of 18 times. To add to that, the Roscommon kick-outs were very poor and with Sligo’s Niall Murphy, Pat Hughes and Adrian Marren in flying form, every Roscommon mistake was punished. However in the second half a number of things happened that swung the match Roscommon’s way. The goal after 22 seconds of the restart was crucial in kick-starting the revival, and the arrival of Neil Collins shored up the defence and gave Roscommon a

Enda’s solo goal: Enda Smith shows tremendous skill as he dummies Daniel Maye before completing the move with a clinical finish and then celebrating. Pictures: Andrew Fox

platform. The Castlerea man turned in a barnstorming display which lifted his colleagues – and the crowd too. The arrival of Enda and Donie Smith brought a sharpness to the attack that wasn’t there

Roscommon v Sligo: David Keenan forces Keelan Cawley away from the Roscommon goal. Picture: Andrew Fox

in the first half. Roscommon played more direct football and it paid off in spades. I wonder when was the last time that Roscommon scored 4-10 in one half of championship football? If it has happened I certainly can’t remember it. In the end it was a satisfying win and an emphatic passage to the Connacht final. The fact that Sligo ace Adrian Marren was shown a black card just before half-time was also a help to Roscommon as he and Pat Hughes were wreaking havoc on the Roscommon defence in that first period. No Roscommon follower should be getting carried away after this win. There is a mountain of work to be done before July the 10th. Roscommon’s kick-outs did not work, especially in that first half, and that will have to be sorted out. The defence was hesitant at times and it wasn’t until the arrival of Neil Collins that the Sligo scores dried up. Midfield was once again a problem area and we are still looking for a settled partnership. Up front, the full-forward line of Senan Kilbride, Donie Shine and Cathal Cregg were out of sorts on the day and it took the arrival of the Smith brothers to get Roscommon over the line in that final quarter. On the plus side, Niall McInerney had a very

solid game, as did Seanie McDermott and John McManus, and with Neil Collins dropped from the side during the week, the Castlerea defender came on and showed that he will be a hard man to leave off the first 15 on July the 10th. David Keenan played well in unfamiliar surroundings at midfield and kicked three fine points from play. Ciaráin Murtagh and Conor Devaney were the pick of the starting attack and the final return of 4-16 cannot be argued with. This was one of the most open games of championship football that I have ever seen. Blanket defences were nowhere to be seen as the sides slugged it out score for score. You can be certain that things are going to get a whole lot more difficult after this. At the end of the day Roscommon are where they want to be. They are in the Connacht final now and into the last 12 in the country at worst. In January of 2016 the aim for the year was for Roscommon to survive in Division One and to reach the Connacht Final. Both those aims have been achieved now. Let’s see where we can go from here. Galway and Mayo will battle it out on Saturday night next. I expect Mayo to be waiting for Roscommon in Castlebar on July 10th.

Megan Turner pictured supporting Roscommon in Dr. Hyde Park on Sunday last. Picture: Andrew Fox

Stat Attack Wides: Roscommon 7 (3, first half); Sligo 7 (3, first half) Frees Awarded: Roscommon 11 (6, first half); Sligo 12 (5, first half) Red Cards: None Black Cards: Roscommon – none; Sligo – 2 (Adrian Marren 34, Daniel Maye 74) Yellow Cards: Roscommon 3 (Donie Shine 19, Sean Mullooly 21, Cathal Compton 69); Sligo 3 (Eoin Flanagan 11, Keelan Cawley 28, Noel Gaughan 38) Attendance: 8,338 Man of the Match: Pat Hughes (Sligo)

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Connacht SFC Semi-Final: Roscommon 4-16 Sligo 2-13

Roscommon final say

Enda’s solo goal: Enda Smith shows tremendous skill as he dummies Daniel Maye before completing the move with a clinical finish and then celebrating. Pictures: Andrew Fox

Kilbride goal was a dream start to second half – after first-half nightmare KEY MOMENTS Seamus Duke

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n a warm summer’s day, conditions were perfect for the big game and it was Roscommon who started best. Conor Devaney kicked a great point from a tight angle from 30 metres to open the scoring in the 2nd minute. A minute later Adrian Marren casually lobbed over a 30 metre free to level the scores. Roscommon went into a two-point lead with points from Fintan Cregg (free) and David Keenan by the 12th minute. Niall Murphy was beginning to dominate at midfield and Sligo came into the game after that. Points from Murphy from 30 metres and from Adrian Marren saw the sides level by the 14th minute. Then a fine point from distance from John McManus was cancelled out by another fine effort from Pat Hughes, and by the 17th minute it was 0-4 each. But Roscommon were beginning to struggle

now. They were giving the ball away and kick-outs were going astray. Then, in the 21st minute, disaster struck for Roscommon. A high ball from Murphy saw Sean Mullooly barge into Pat Hughes and Adrian Marren blasted the resultant penalty to the Roscommon net. Niall Murphy followed up with a fine point in the 23rd minute and two minutes later Ciaráin Murtagh pointed a close-range free to keep Roscommon in touch. Indeed Roscommon could have been right back in it after 25 minutes when Cathal Cregg burst through only to blaze the ball wide. In the 31st minute David Keenan got on the end of a move, which involved nine passes, and pointed from 25 metres out. Still, Roscommon were now under pressure and Sligo finished the half with a devastating scoring burst. Pat Hughes kicked two great points from play in

the 33rd minute and two minutes into injury-time. Then a minute later there was panic in the Roscommon defence as Kyle Cawley beavered through. His initial shot was blocked on the line by Davy Murray but he poked the rebound to the net – and now Roscommon looked in real trouble as they went in trailing by 2-8 to 0-6 at half-time. However it must be said that Sligo were dealt a severe blow when a black card was shown to the influential Adrian Marren in the 34th minute. Roscommon needed an explosive start to the second half and it arrived after 22 seconds. Niall Daly went ‘route one’ and his high ball was fisted to the Sligo net by Senan Kilbride. Mark Breheny responded to that goal with a pointed free a minute later, but Roscommon were playing more direct football now, and, with the aid of the slight breeze, the scores began to come. Donie Shine pointed from 30 metres in the 38th minute and in the 41st minute Geoffrey Claffey pointed a ’45. Further points from Conor Devaney and Donie Shine saw the gap down to two by

the 46th minute. Pat Hughes increased the margin to three again in the 48th minute, but a minute later the sides were level. The best move of the game saw sub Neil Collins make a thundering run up the middle – Fintan Cregg was involved too – before Ciaráin Murtagh buried the ball in the Sligo net. Now it was 2-10 apiece. Ciaráin Murtagh edged Roscommon ahead with another great point in the 55th minute. Roscommon were now dominating. A minute later Senan Kilbride was upended in the large square and Ciaráin Murtagh made no mistake from the spot-kick for Roscommon’s third goal. Sligo were able to get an odd score to stay in touch, but with Donie and Enda Smith now on the field, Roscommon were hungry for more scores. Both Smith brothers pointed before Donie Smith crashed a shot against the butt of the post in the 64th minute. David Keenan kicked another great point from play with four minutes left and in the final minute of normal time Enda Smith scored a brilliant individual goal. The chance seemed to be gone, but the Boyle

youngster soloed along the end-line, then sold a great dummy with his right foot before blasting to the net with his left. Not to be outdone, brother Donie fisted over a point in the 71st minute while Conor Devaney completed the scoring with a point from 30 metres in the 72nd minute. An eight-point deficit had been turned into a nine-point win and a place in the Connacht final on July the 10th had been secured. After that major scare in the first half Roscommon were back in the provincial decider for the first time in five years.

Roscommon: Geoffrey Claffey (0-1, ’45); Seanie McDermott, Sean Mullooly, Niall McInerney; Seanie Purcell, John McManus (0-1), Davy Murray; Niall Daly, David Keenan (0-3); Fintan Cregg (0-1, free), Ciaráin Murtagh (2-2, 1-0 pen, 1 free), Conor Devaney (03); Senan Kilbride (1-0), Cathal Cregg, Donie Shine (0-2). Subs: Neil Collins for Purcell (40), Enda Smith (1-1) for C Cregg (50), Donie Smith (0-2) for Kilbride (59), Cathal Compton for Shine (59), Niall Kilroy for F Cregg (69), John McDermott for

Keenan (70). Sligo: Aidan Devaney; Daniel Maye, Kevin McDonnell, Eoin Flanagan; Keelan Cawley, Adrian McIntyre, Brendan Egan; Niall Murphy (0-2), Noel Gaughan; Neil Ewing, Mark Breheny (0-3, all frees), Charlie Harrison; Adrian Marren (1-3, 1-0 pen), Pat Hughes (0-5), Kyle Cawley (1-0). Subs: Liam Henry for Harrison (23), Cian Breheny for Marren (35, black card), Cathal Henry for Gaughan (63), Johnny Kelly for Maye (74, black card). Referee: Joe McQuillan (Cavan).

Roscommon v Sligo: Cathal Cregg shows great strength as he breaks through the tackles of Noel Gaughan and Liam Henry. Picture: Andrew Fox

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