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Tarmonbarry native Darren O’Toole was just nineteen when he moved to London last year. His show ‘Video (and Pictures) Killed the Radio Star’ is a mix of stand-up comedy and poetry and focuses on Darren’s journey from Roscommon to London and becoming an Internet star. The show depicts the ups and downs of Darren’s journey including why he got booed onto the stage at the Reading Festival “for being from Roscommon”, hanging out with Russell Brand, and becoming one of London’s “most listened to” radio presenters –before getting fired from radio!

When did you start performing? I started performing just two days before I moved to London. I read two poems at an open mic night in Longford and people were surprised – they thought I was talentless, and so did I up until the reaction. I’ve introduced a new dynamic to the live show scene and come out and entertain while the stage gets moved around and it’s become a popular system that I’ve been asked to use it at a big event later this year with a big promoter. I’m not allowed give the details away yet, but it’s exciting!

So Darren, tell me a bit about the show? The show ran for five nights in London and I played a small show in Rome in Italy last month. Some of the people had no idea what I was on about because they didn’t speak English and the ones who did can’t understand English when it’s spoken in a Irish accent at 500mph. The show is called ‘Video (and pictures) killed the radio star’, it focuses on the impact being from Roscommon has had on my ladder to fame, from getting booed onto Reading Festival stage because I’m a Rossie, all through my London journey up to getting kicked off radio. How does it feel to be on stage in the home place? Everyone always dreads their hometown gig but it’s something every performer has to face. This is my first headline show in Ireland. It’s also my first time performing in Roscommon, it’s exciting more than anything. The hardest part about the show is going to be getting to the venue, public transport isn’t Roscommon’s strong point! I wonder if my mammy will come to

Any other gigs lined up while you’re home? I’ve been invited by the ambassador of Ireland to perform at the embassy just before my Roscommon show so it’s gonna be two massive shows in two nights. They will be feeding me on the night but I’m not so good with posh food, I’d rather just have a pot noodle or some Nutella toast. Last time I performed at a posh venue I got my set completely wrong because I read poems about The Tube and house sharing. This time I’m prepared though, I wrote a poem called ‘Shergar: the world’s most famous kidnapped horse’. It’s a poem about getting kidnapped and waking up beside Shergar and it’s going to be a talking point in the embassy forever. What can the audience expect on Saturday night? I think the audience is going to love what I’ve got, hopefully they support me in this crazy adventure and come see what I’ve got to show them. And it’s a chance for them to get out of the house. * Darren’s show takes place this Saturday (June 25th) at 8 pm and tickets are now on sale at the Arts Centre box office on 0906 625924 or at www.roscommonartscentre.ie.

I am a small farmer and I depend on my land to earn a living. I understand that my land may be targeted by the local Council to facilitate a new road in the area. I don’t want to sell my land and I am very distressed about this. Is there anything I can do? Will I be compensated? Please advise me. Certain statutory bodies, to include local authorities, can take land or property without the consent of the owner by means of a compulsory purchase order (CPO). Compulsory purchase only usually takes place to allow a public infrastructure project to go ahead e.g. to facilitate the development of a new road. If your property is compulsorily purchased, you will be eligible for compensation. Such compensation is designed to restore you, as far as possible, to the same position as you were in before your property was acquired. You should be paid compensation based on the market value of your property. The compensation should reflect both the actual land acquired and the reduction in value, if any, of your remaining lands as a result of the CPO. If your property is going to be compulsorily acquired then you will be served with a formal notice advising you of the proposed CPO. You have the right to raise objections and make representations concerning the proposed CPO. However, it is important that you react quickly as strict time limits apply for lodging objections and for any court actions which may be required to challenge the CPO. It is important that you receive detailed legal advice on the options open to you. We at Byrne Carolan Cunningham Solicitors have handled many compulsory purchase cases from the very initial stages right through to full challenges through the Courts. We work with other experienced professionals to include planners, surveyors and valuers so as to best represent your interests. Please feel free to contact us for further advice specific to your own situation.

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Rian Kingi, Kilteevan, receiving his backward spelling excellence certificate from author David Donohue at the Roscommon Library Children’s Literary Festival recently.

Paul Healy on the opening of the Civic HQ in Roscommon; Dunphy at large…and an unexpected crisis for the banter brigade in Ballaghaderreen… Friday There was a great buzz at the official opening of Roscommon’s new Civic HQ. This was a Who’s Who of Roscommon politicians of the last several decades. I felt a little faint, not because there were so many prominent politicians in the one place, but because it was quite warm and very crowded. It wasn’t just politicians who were present….there were hundreds of people there for what was a real feel-good occasion. The Open Day was a tremendous success, with musical performers, displays by local Fire Services and Civil Defence, local food producers exhibiting and an artistic theme throughout the proceedings. I got there at around four o’clock and the place was packed. There was a great atmosphere, an air of expectancy. The CEO, Eugene Cummins, spoke very well of all that Roscommon has to offer, while also being frank about the challenges ahead. On speculation that some of South Roscommon could be transferred into Westmeath, he produced a memorable line. “Although Roscommon people are generous in every respect, giving away the family silver, or worse still, having it taken from under their noses, is going a step too far, and cannot be allowed to happen.” Just at that moment, almost as if in harmony with Mr. Cummins’ defiance, an elevator to my left opened its doors and three members of the Castlerea Brass Band – led by Danny Burke – emerged from it, complete with instruments. The crowd parted respectfully. It was like ‘Beam me up Scotty’ from Star Trek in reverse – more like ‘Beam me down Danny.’). It was shortly afterwards that I felt a little faint. I went outside for some fresh

air and got talking to Danny Burke. As our chat turned to football, Danny wisely warned against people writing off Galway footballers, who were due to face Mayo at the weekend. “I never saw a bad Galway team and I certainly wouldn’t be writing them off” the great Castlerea man said. When I went back inside, Minister Denis Naughten was in full flow. After his speech, the formal unveiling of a plaque took place. The several hundred people in attendance began to mingle and enjoy refreshments. It was a very happy occasion. There was good more news on the way for the guests. As I left, three men were carrying a spectacular looking dessert from their delivery fan into the Civic HQ. At the turn for Abbey Street, I met Paddy Joe, the barber. More football talk. He too had been at the opening of the Civic HQ. Conscious that it was a formal event, with lots of public figures and politicians and fine suits, the one and only Paddy Joe had thought about his attire. “I wore the best uniform of all, Paul” he said. He did too. He had a very colourful headband on – and a Roscommon football jersey.

Saturday There was a time when sport only got on the front pages of the newspapers for reasons that had nothing to do with sport. Examples of sport invading the front pages (and the television news headlines) include the following: Peeing in a flower pot at the World Snooker Championships (Alex Higgins), doing time in jail (George Best, Tony Adams and others), headbutting a snooker official (Alex Higgins again). Now however, sport is all over the media and the hype is relentless. Marian Finucane or Miriam O’Callaghan on a weekend morning can’t just stick with current affairs or human interest interviews; they too have to latch on to the latest bout of national hysteria surrounding Shane Lowry, Katie Taylor, Connacht Rugby or Leicester City. Martin King won’t just tell us about the rain that’s going to fall over the country…

he’ll grimace as he confirms that it will be wet over The Aviva Stadium! This ‘The whole nation must go crazy about sport together’ phenomenon is with us to stay – and I suppose it’s not a bad thing. I can hardly complain. My column isn’t in the sports pages, but I frequently write on sport here. Sport has invaded not just our front pages (‘Shane’s agony’) but also pages two and three (‘Upbeat Irish fans begin trek to Lille for crunch Italy game’). And so – here we go again – what a weekend of sport it was! Saturday’s first big event was Ireland v Belgium in the European Championships. By the time you read this, Ireland will have exited the tournament or progressed after a great win against Italy last night (Wednesday). Against Belgium, we were honest but poor. All of their irritating characteristics acknowledged, I still very much enjoy Brady, Dunphy and Giles. Eamonn is on the march again, I suspect. In the past, the great man came for the heads of Charlton, McCarthy, Kerr, Staunton and Trappatoni (with Noel King swatted aside without even a second glance). Now I expect the Dunphy circus is heading for O’Neill town! After Ireland’s disappointing defeat, I listened to Mayo v Galway on the radio. It was a strange match; at least it was on the radio. A total of three points were scored in the first twenty-five minutes or so. When Mayo came with a flurry of scores, it sounded like ‘normal service had resumed as soon as possible.’ Galway, hilariously overlooked by the experts on The Sunday Game the previous weekend – e.g. ‘Will Roscommon put it up to Mayo in the Connacht Final? – stormed back into contention. At the end, they were worthy winners. “The first shock of the season” one of the guys said on this weekend’s Sunday Game, a comment which may have raised eyebrows in Tipperary. The result from Castlebar has apparently caused all sorts of confusion in Ballaghaderreen, where there are reports of crestfallen locals wandering around like lost souls, desperately wondering how they will replace the annual banter they engage in at this time of year (Rossies and Mayo-ites that is).

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Bishop Doran announced the name of the school on Tuesday. He said in statement that St. Coman’s Wood Primary school would be, in the tradition of its patron, St. Coman, a welcoming centre of learning where every student will be cared for as they develop physically, spiritually and intellectually during the early years of life. The new coeducational school, under the patronage of the Diocese of Elphin, will open its doors on September 1st, 2017.

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An artistic summer at the School of Art Children’s Summer Art Camps at Roscommon School of Art *Acrylic painting on canvas * Pottery * Printmaking * Drawing * Mixed Media Choose from week commencing Monday: July 4th, July 11th, July 18th. Monday - Friday incl. 10 - 1pm. All materials included. Cost €90. Family discounts.

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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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newsbriefs HAC hails work of plastic surgeon Roscommon Hospital Action Committee (HAC) recently met with Dr. Deirdre Jones, a consultant plastic surgeon at Roscommon University Hospital. The meeting was to discuss new equipment that the HAC were considering funding through their Hospital Equipment Fund. Dr. Jones is from Tulsk and has worked in New York, the UK and Ireland, and she has brought plastic surgery services to Roscommon University Hospital. When she was appointed she was eager to further develop the plastic surgery service and, in particular, increase the role of plastic surgeons in breast cancer reconstruction in the west. “Dr. Jones started in Roscommon Hospital in 2013, working one day per week and has now increased her working time to three days per week, which we are very happy about,” Cllr. Valerie Byrne, of the HAC, said. “One of these days she spends in theatre. She sees up to 5,000 patients a year, which includes 3,000 new patients. “Dr. Jones’ interests lie in skin cancer, reconstruction and vascular work and she is now treating 10 per cent of all skin cancers in the country, no mean feat for a consultant at Roscommon University Hospital. “She also works on nail bed injuries caused by slamming doors, mainly on kids and flexor tendon injuries caused by knives, lawnmowers and balers. She does a lot of work on burn injuries as well as on patients with skin cancer.”

State boards: Fitzmaurice in call for a review Only 4 per cent of members on state boards are from Connacht, even though the province comprises 14 per cent of the country’s population. That’s according to Michael Fitzmaurice, the Independent TD, who called for the Government to conduct an investigation into the membership of the boards “to provide fair representation from around the country”. “I have had research carried out on this matter and some of the figures are startling,” Deputy Fitzmaurice said. “Of the 155 state board members in various state transport companies like Iarnród Eireann, Tourism Ireland, Bus Éireann and the National Transport Authority and others, a whopping 118 come from Dublin. “Our research shows that Munster has 25 per cent of the population but has only 12 per cent of the board members, while Connacht has 14 per cent of the population but only 4 per cent of the members. “This situation cannot be allowed to continue.” He called on Shane Ross, the Minister for Transport, to address this situation. “I am also calling on all other ministers to review the make-up of state boards across every department to make them more representative of the spread of the population,” Deputy Fitzmaurice said.

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The Moore Community Playground Committee will hold a public meeting to launch the Moore Community Playground project tonight (June 23rd) at 9 pm in Moore Hall in Ballydangan. The proposed playground will be a community facility that will be accessible for all ages and abilities. All support welcome. For more information contact moorecommunityplayground@gmail.com or check out the Facebook page.

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

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Six homes flooded near Strokestown MORE POLITICAL REACTION: PAGE 19 Record levels of rainfall at Sliabh Bán, near Strokestown, on Wednesday of last week resulted in six homes being flooded. According to reports, unprecedented volumes of rain were experienced in the vicinity of the mountain between 3.30 pm and 7.30 pm that day. Around 60 mm of rain fell in just one hour, almost double a 75-year Met Éireann historical record for the area of around 35 mm of rainfall in one hour, Mark Foley, the managing director of Coillte Land Solutions, said. Water came rushing into half a dozen homes located either side of the mountain, particularly at Clooncagh, Curraghroe and Doughill. A further ten homes could have been flooded if preventative action, such developing a barrier with sandbags, had not been taken. Marie Farrell, from Clooncagh, was among the unfortunate people whose houses were flooded. “I have never seen anything like it in my life,” she said. “The water came with such force. It came right

The Sliabh Bán area, near Strokestown, that was affected by flooding on Wednesday, June 15th.

in off the street, all of a sudden. The sitting room carpet is destroyed and the lino in the kitchen is too.” Ms. Farrell said that she had been living in the house for 40 years, but had never experienced flooding before. “It is the middle of June. What it is going to be like in winter time, con-

sidering our climate is getting wetter and wetter all the time,” she said. Coillte are currently in the process of developing a wind farm on Sliabh Bán, but they insisted that there was no ‘causal link’ between the Sliabh Bán development and the flooding. Ms. Farrell doesn’t agree, however. “The water was so brown, so I just

wonder, with what is happening up on the mountain, how much of an effect that had had on it,” she said. “I would really question that. It has been a fear of mine for while around them that when you start moving and changing large amounts of soil and changing directions of water and that, what is the effect going to be?”

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A debate has broken out about whether the construction of a wind farm on Sliabh Bán, near Strokestown, was linked to last Wednesday’s flooding. Coillte, who are developing 20 wind turbines on the mountain, denied that there was any connection whatsoever, but Michael Fitzmaurice, the Independent TD, thinks otherwise. “The Sliabh Bán mountain experienced extreme volumes of rainfall last Wednesday, June 15th,” Mark Foley, the Managing Director of Coillte Land Solutions, said. “Our rain gauges show that circa 60 mm of rain fell in just one hour, almost double a 75-year Met Éireann historical record for the area of circa 35 mm of rainfall in one hour.” He said that, following localised flooding, Coillte immediately inspected all defence mechanisms and drainage systems and all were working effectively. “We can identify no causal link between the site and flooding which impacted some homes in this area,” Mr. Foley said. Deputy Fitzmaurice, who visited the site on Sunday, said: “It’s unacceptable for Coillte to wash their hands of this and simply say there is no link without investigating the matter in full. “There may well be a link between works carried out on the mountain and the flash-flooding which destroyed roads in the locality as well as damaging houses.” Deputy Fitzmaurice called on Roscommon County Council and Coillte to work together to ensure measures are put in place to ensure such flooding doesn’t occur again. He also urged Coillte to cease all works until such time as a solution to this flooding can be put in place.

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EirGrid’s plans for the controversial Grid West project through Mayo and Roscommon have received a major boost after An Bord Pleanála approved plans for a wind farm in north Mayo. The planning body decided to give the go-ahead for 61 wind turbines to be erected on a 5,000hectare site near Bellacorick. It is hoped that construction work on the project will begin next year. EirGrid’s project had stalled until a decision was made on this development because Grid West would be used to transport energy from the wind farm. Now that the project has been given the go-ahead, it is seen as a major boost to EirGrid. Grid West could involve either a line of electricity pylons from Moygownagh, Co. Mayo, to Flagford, near Carrick-on-Shannon, via rural areas of Ballaghaderreen, Frenchpark and Boyle. Instead, it could involve an underground cable route, or a combination of both. This week, EirGrid said that they were considering the implications for Grid West of the decision to approve the application for the wind farm. “Since late 2015, all project activity was paused while awaiting a decision from An Bord Pleanála regarding planning approval for the development of the Oweninny wind farm near Bellacorick, Co.

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Cllr. Nigel Dineen, an Independent, will succeed Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice, of Fianna Fåil, as the LeasCathaoirleach. The agreement is part of an alliance between the eight Fianna Fåil councillors and three Independents – Cllrs. Ward, Dineen and Kathleen Shanagher – that sees them control the Council Chamber.

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Quad kids looking to win youth award Ahead of the Irish Cancer Society’s XHALE Youth Awards, The Quad Youth Centre from Roscommon Town is looking for local support to help it win the Online Award on offer at the national event. The youth group have submitted their film project ‘The Effects of Smoking’ into the awards and are calling for public support via online viewing to win one of the top awards on offer. X-HALE is an initiative of the Irish Cancer Society, which aims to empower young people to tackle smoking in their communities and raise awareness about the dan-

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Pictured at the official opening of Permanent TSB at its new location at Main Street in Roscommon town were Ann Hanley, Jimmy Murray, Marina Keavaney, Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice and BrĂ­d Miller. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Frank Feighan caused quite a stir this week when he suggested that it might be time for Ireland to at least consider rejoining The Commonwealth. The now Senator Feighan was in much demand with the media following his proposal. And his call led to an interesting ‘debate’ on twitter. Senator Feighan was asked on to the RTE Radio 1 programme ‘The Late Debate’ on Tuesday night, which is usually well worth listening to (host Cormac Ó hEadhra sometimes comes

across like a young Vincent Browne). Senator Feighan began one exchange by saying that he had taken a particular line on Roscommon Hospital five years ago – and had now been “vindicated”. Whatever about rejoining the Commonwealth Frank, I’m not sure that too many people will agree with that latter claim! We’ve heard of ‘A nation once again’, but ‘Vindication once again’? – PH

Look who’s sitting in THAT chair… In Fawlty Towers, Sybil catches Basil enjoying a brief moment of happiness in the kitchen. She challenges him about it (naturally!). Basil, who had been singing, almost has to apologise. ‘Happy? Oh I remember that. Of course I’m not happy. It’s (the singing) just my way of getting through the day. The Samaritans were engaged!’ Well, I won’t say the Samaritans were engaged, but maybe the football highlights were over, and that’s why I happened to see a few minutes of Oireachtas Report.

I had to do a double-take. Was that our own Eugene Murphy in the Ceann Comhairle’s chair (presumably deputising for the Ceann Comhairle and for the deputy chairperson too)? How far Eugene has travelled! I wonder what Shane Curran is making of it all. Now if he’d been elected, what a temporary/acting Ceann Comhairle he’d have made. Though, knowing Shane, instead of remaining in the chair, he’d probably have solo-ed up along the Government benches… – PH

Denis, Ronan and elephant in the room… Ahascragh man Ronan Mullen, a well-known Senator, was less than impressed with Minister Denis Naughten’s recent interview in the Sunday Independent. After Minister Naughten, who no doubt has to choose his words carefully in his new role, “dismissed suggestions of a liberal agenda” in RTE, Senator Mullen retorted: “Denis’s comment is only failing to spot as Minister for Communications that there are issues of fairness and balance in the media, it’s really an amazing ignoring of the elephant in the room. “I admire his politics and his astuteness but that to me is too much pandering to the media, that is old politics not new political behaviour.” No doubt Minister Naughten sees it differently. – PH

Why Martin hung up on the woman from Morning Ireland… < PAUL HEALY

One county councillor who has had a slightly unusual relationship with the Civic HQ is the irrepressible Martin Connaughton. He opposed the project from the start – but then when he became Mayor of Roscommon, it fell to Martin Connaughton to turn the sod and officially kick-start the building process! Martin told the Roscommon People this week: “I did oppose the Civic HQ initially, but I suppose I was being a true democrat! I was responding to lobbying from some business people and some members of the public. They weren’t happy with the proposals for a new Civic HQ and I was representing their views. “But I ended up turning the sod for the building and I have to

Cllr. Paddy Kilduff, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, Cllr. Martin Connaughton and Eugene Cummins, CEO of Roscommon County Council, unveiling a plaque at the official opening of the new Civic Offices recently. Pic: Glynn’s, Castlerea.

say I am very impressed with it. It’s fabulous. I am delighted that it has come in under budget and I would now urge everyone in the business community, and the public at large, to embrace it.” Martin served as Mayor of Roscommon and held many other roles in public life prior to retiring from politics in 2014. He says he has no regrets.

“I enjoyed it, but I don’t miss it! I’d shave at six or seven in the morning and be gone for the day. One day a smart woman from ‘Morning Ireland’ rang me at a quarter to seven in the morning to see would I talk about boil water notices in Boyle! (He eventually hung up on her!). The work was demanding. People wanted things done by the next day.”

The ever-colourful Martin enjoyed meeting old political acquaintances on Friday. He also paid tribute to the new CEO Mr. Eugene Cummins and to the “excellent staff.” “I had fifteen years on the Council” Martin said, “I’d like to have sat in the new chamber, but I did my bit. And I met great people along the way!”

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handy Connacht title in a few weeks time and they may well be right. However, for us, it’s time to dig out the bunting and flags that we got for last year’s All-Ireland hurling final, and at least until the July date with our neighbours, we will nail our colours to the mast and paint our little village red, or even maroon! The lack of confidence shown by Galway supporters in their team on Saturday can be judged by the fact that it is estimated that only 1,500 out of the total attendance of 22,000 were from Galway, but at least here in Creggs, we had one brave punter who was confident enough to put €100 on them at odds of five to one. Fortune favours the brave, so well done to the lucky punter, who shall remain nameless.

Rugby team can rewrite history books Sticking with sports, because it was an amazing weekend on the sporting front, I had the good fortune to be working on Saturday last and so I didn’t get to see any of either the rugby or soccer defeats, but while the rugby team went down after a battle royale and a top quality performance, it seems that the ‘Boys in Green’, i.e. the soccer team, were well and truly overrun by a very talented Belgian side.

The rugby lads, under the almost certainly departing Joe Schmidt still have a chance to make more history by winning a series in South Africa and I am pretty sure, hard as it may be, they are capable of doing so. As luck would have it, I have next Saturday off, to play in the rugby club’s annual golf outing in Roscommon Golf Club, so I am looking forward to seeing our lads rewrite the history books.

De-coding the Eircode Changing subjects entirely and in today’s papers, I see that the Department of Communications claim that more than 90% of Irish people know their new Eircode, whereas a survey undertaken by the Irish Daily Mail would suggest that only 1.3% would know it. On a personal basis, I wouldn’t have a clue and as far as I know, in the length of time since we have had our code, I have never had occasion to use it, which would make you wonder why we have one at all. I never actually gave this matter any thought until these surveys

came out, but I would have thought that a postcode would be used to help with postal deliveries, but that must be wrong as I’ve not seen any letter arrive at the house with the code on it. When you consider that we spent €38 million on the new system, the fact that 30% of the people interviewed by the Mail didn’t even know they had a postcode, would make you think that yet again we have simply thrown an enormous amount of public money down another big black hole.

Talking of enormous amounts of money, in Dublin this year we are going to spend more than €102 million on the homelessness crisis, with a projected payout to various hotels of more than €46 million. I don’t pretend that I have the answer to the homeless problem and I suppose I’m not getting paid to sort it out but when you see that type of figure for just one year, it makes you realise how big of a problem it is and how badly we need to fix it. An amazing number of 4,473 people, between adults and children, which is the population of a nice sized town, were in emergency accommodation in our capital city for the first quarter of this year. It really is hard to believe.

American Tea Party On the local front, Mary Kelly asks me to remind you all that an American Tea Party will take place in Kilbegnet Hall on August 12th, a Friday night with all proceeds going to fund the Senior Citizen’s Christmas Party. It’s €10 per ticket and I’ll give you the time later on, but put the date in your diary and make sure you turn up and support it.

Sylvia a perm-anent fixture at Happy Scissors Finally for this week, I’m told that Sylvia Lynch, one of our neighbours down the road in Glinsk has taken the reins in Happy Scissors hairdressers in Roscommon and I want to wish her all the best with her new venture. Creggs girl, Aoife Small is also on the staff, so if you need anything done to your hair, you know where to go. I might just pop in for a perm! Or do they still do ‘Till next week, them? Bye for now

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and last June she was invited to Sao Paolo, Brazil to perform Carmina Burana with them. In this concert, Peter and Heather will join forces and present the lyrical nocturnes of Chopin, Beethoven’s majestic Waldstein sonata, popular opera arias, songs from shows like Westside Story and much more! Join Our Boys Trust was set up to help raise awareness of Duchenne Mus-

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Moving Monksland Primary Care Centre ‘not a runner’ < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, has voiced strong opposition to moving the Primary Care Centre into the Monksland jurisdiction. Concerns emerged last week that the centre could be moved into the Laois/Offaly/Longford/Westmeath/Meath Community Health Organisation (CHO8) from the Galway/Roscommon/Mayo one. The Health Service Executive confirmed that a review was under way into how community services were delivered locally. However, Minister Naughten said that he was completely opposed to change to the Monksland centre. “As far as I am concerned, this is not a runner whatsoever,” he said. “We have put a huge amount of investment into services in the south of the county to avoid people having to travel to Roscommon town. “We have centralised services from other parts of south Roscommon and other health centres into Monksland and, as far as I am concerned, those services have to be provided in the second biggest town in the county.” South Roscommon councillors will make their opposition to the proposal known at the meeting of Roscommon County Council on Monday, June 27. The HSE said that no decision had been made, but added: “We would like to reassure service users in the area that the outcome will have no effect on the level of service currently being provided.” On Wednesday, a HSE source added that they expected that no change would be made after the review was completed. “This is a storm in a teacup,” the source added.

Golden Jubilee celebrations for Ballinagare Church on Friday The Church of the Sacred Heart, Ballinagare will celebrate its Golden Jubilee on Friday, 24th of June. This is a great occasion for the people of Ballinagare and surrounding areas. The celebrations will commence with a concelebrated Mass of Thanksgiving at 7.30 pm with our main celebrant being Bishop Kevin Doran. Immediately after Mass, there will be a blessing by Bishop Kevin of the new Sacred Heart Grotto beside the Church. Following on from this, there will be refreshments in the community centre and the launch of the book compiled by Frank Nolan to coincide with the Golden Jubilee of the Church. The book will be launched by Fr. Kevin Earley. Finally, entertainment will be provided by Carmel McLoughlin. All are welcome.

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NewsPeople newsbriefs Roscommon Active Retirement Group’s trip Roscommon Active Retirement Association have seats available for a day trip to Farmleigh House and Pearse Museum and Gardens. Tea/scones on route, four-course meal on return in Tyrellspass Castle Hotel. Leaving Sacred Heart Church carpark at 8 am on Thursday, June 30th. Cost €50. Booking via Anne on 086-2149570 or Mary 0868435562.

Hospice says thanks! Mayo/Roscommon Hospice Shop would like to thank everyone who contributed so generously to the Sunflower Collection in Castlerea. Thanks to all the volunteers who helped out during the two-day collection. Thanks to Sean Beirne, Bank of Ireland, for allowing us into the bank and to his customers for their generous contribution and to Benny O’Connell and his customers. Thanks also to Pat McDonough for his help. A total of €1,511.30 was collected in our area. All money raised goes to local palliative care services.

€1.2m project to add to WesBIC’s record year Enterprise creation, growth and innovation are identified in EU policy as key to fostering economic recovery and competitiveness across European regions. To this end, partners from seven European regions, including Irish partners WestBIC and the Northern and Western Regional Assembly recently launched the TRINNO project – Business ecosystems for Tradition and Innovation. The project aims to develop and deliver better policy instruments to address regional needs, in this case targeting innovation in traditional sectors with growth potential. This project will build upon WestBIC’s support for innovative enterprise across the region, with 2015 proving to be a record year for raising finance by WestBIC StartUps. “With more rapid development of new technologies, shorter time-to-market, and greater cash burn, timely access to capital is now more crucial than ever before to anchor and grow innovative client start-ups in our own region, allow them to flour-

Pat McNeill, AgManor, pictured with former Minister for Jobs, Enterprise & Innovation, Richard Bruton TD., receiving an award at Ploughing Innovation Arena 2015 for new webplatform to facilitate on-line livestock trading.

ish and create higher value jobs,” according to WestBIC Chairman, Dr. Chris Coughlan. The last year has seen record levels of funds raised by WestBIC client start-ups with total capital raised in 2015 amounting to just over €5m. “The West and North West Region seems to be boxing well above its weight in terms of private angel investors working with WestBIC to support companies locating here”, concluded Dr. Coughlan.

Locally in Roscommon, amongst those receiving EI CSF assistance are two projects located at WestBIC’s deskspace facility in Roscommon: RoamPA – an IT solution to tax track, coordinate and support international workforce activity and AgManor – an innovative web platform for viewing livestock trading at sales centres across Ireland and internationally in real time, with instant bidding functionality. These receive support from WestBIC to accelerate their growth, including

access to international opportunities. According to James Donlon, WestBIC Regional Manager: “The reach and scope of many of our growth-oriented start-ups is international from the outset. In line with the Regional Action Plan for Jobs, we use our mature, international networks to assist them fast track that dimension of their development, so that their businesses can become established and grow, and jobs can be created and sustained locally”.

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Over 5,000 people attend Civic offices’ Open Day < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

More than 5,000 people are believed to have attended last Friday’s Open Day and official opening of Áras an Chontae, Roscommon County Council’s new civic offices. Many special events were held 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 were on display, including former President Mary McAleese’s collection of state gifts, while there was a variety of children’s events, such as storytelling, an activity room and a woodland segway. The formal opening ceremony was especially well attended, with hundreds of people gathering to mark the official

unveiling of the building. Among them were numerous former councillors and council officials, as well as current politicians and staff. The building was officially opened by Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, Climate Change and Environment. The proceedings began with an ecumenical blessing by Reverend Alastair Donaldson, of St. Coman’s Church, Roscommon town, and Fr. Eugene McLoughlin, the parish priest of the Sacred Heart Church in the county town. Minister Naughten said that it was a “great honour” for him to perform the official opening. “As a former elected member of Roscommon County Council, I think it is wonderful to see this facility here,” he said.

The civic headquarters houses 13 departments of the local authority, meaning that it is no longer required to lease several buildings for such work. “We had not just the Courthouse, but I think we had seven other buildings scattered around the town that were being used for council offices,” Minister Naughten said. “You are not going to have any sort of a team approach unless you have people under the one roof. It is great to see this fabulous public space here.” He said that the building was a focal point and a fabulous facility to “show off what we are so proud of here in Co. Roscommon”. Visitors and investors could be accommodated in the building, Minister Naughten added.

Pictured at the official opening of the Roscommon Civic Offices were Senator Terry Leyden, Teresa and Cllr. Paddy Kilduff, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, and Tommy Ryan, formerly of Roscommon County Council. Pic: Glynn’s Photography, Castlerea.

‘We won’t have family silver taken from under our noses’ < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Former and present councillors who attended the official opening of Roscommon Civic Offices last Friday. Pic: Glynn’s Photography, Castlerea.

Eugene Cummins, the Chief Executive of Roscommon County Council, has reiterated his warning that he would not allow Monksland be moved into Co. Westmeath because of the county’s investment in the area. He previously indicated that legal action might be taken against the Review Committee in the event of a boundary change. With the Athlone Boundary Review ongoing, he made clear his opposition to it at last Friday’s official opening of Áras an Chontae. “The spirit of Roscommon people is evident to anyone who knows Roscommon because, as a united community of Roscommon people, who have always allowed investment in different areas at different times, and in many cases at their own community’s expense, like they did for Monksland,” Mr. Cummins said. “Roscommon people have paid for, and own, almost all the infrastructural development, open

spaces and community facilities in Monksland. “And although Roscommon people are generous in every respect, giving away the family silver, or worse still, having it taken from under their noses, is going a step too far, and cannot be allowed to happen.” Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, Climate Change and Environment, had said previously that the proposal to move 38 sq. km. into Westmeath was now “dead in the water”. The review was commissioned by Alan Kelly, the Minister for Local Government at the time, but a new administration has since taken over, which includes Minister Naughten. Last Friday, he repeated his pledge that he and other local politicians would not facilitate a change of the county’s boundary. “None of us, to a man and to a woman, will allow the situation where the county boundary of Roscommon will be altered by one single inch,” Minister Naughten said, to thunderous applause from the large crowd.

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Feighan calls for Ireland to rejoin Commonwealth MAKE FRANK BARON OF BOYLE – MULLIGAN < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Pictured at the official opening of the Roscommon Civic Offices was Ray Dunne with the Roscommon Civil Defence team. Pic: Glynn’s Photography, Castlerea

‘Building shows world we belong to a modern society’ Cllr. Paddy Kilduff, the Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, noted that Áras an Chontae was located among many historic buildings – the Courthouse, the Sacred Heart Church and Roscommon Castle. “The location of Áras an Chontae in the midst of these historic buildings reflects and acknowledges the past, while still respecting their continuing significance and their democratic influence on communities,” he said. He also said that the development of the civic offices also included the provision of three new car parks, with more than 300 free spaces. This, he added, provided a “connecting pathway into the town centre”. “The car parks provide easy access to offices, shops, restaurants, cafés, financial institutions and, above all, they will enhance and support the commercial and residential viability of the town,” Cllr. Kilduff said. The official opening of the building was one of the last formal ceremonies attended by Cllr. Kilduff in his capacity as Cathaoirleach. “Today is a very special day for me, as I stand here to open this magnificent building,” he told the large crowd. “This modern building shows the world that we belong to a modern society with modern and real expectations of a better future, built around the democratic model of governance.

Pictured at the official unveiling of a plaque at Civic Offices were Cllr. Paddy Kilduff, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, Minister Denis Naughten and Eugene Cummins, CEO of Roscommon County Council. Pic: Glynn’s Photography, Castlerea.

“We stand here today ready and willing to move into a new way of thinking and working, a new collaboration with our communities, where everyone’s view is valued and respected.”

Cummins hails move to ‘people’s building’ < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

The move to Áras an Chontae was a milestone in the life of Roscommon County Council, Eugene Cummins, its Chief Executive, has said. He spoke at length about the positive aspects of the move at the official opening of the premises last Friday. He deemed it to be “the people’s building.” “The move to our new Civic Headquarters will be seen as a defining period in the life of Roscommon County Council, seeing us physically moving from old and disjointed offices to a modern office,” Mr. Cummins said.

The office, he added, was “connected by a united army of council staff, who are dedicated loyal, and absolutely committed in every respect, and all of whom are here to work with, and work for, the people of Co. Roscommon”. He said that the premises, which measures 6,675 sq. m. and in which 210 are employed, was eco-friendly. “This building was designed to ensure the maximum penetration of light into all areas, and is built as a main block with three wings,” Mr. Cummins said. In total, he said that almost 440 people were employed by the Council, carrying out a variety of jobs throughout the county.

“We manage a budget of €85 million; we issue about 84,000 tax discs a year; there are 4,000 km of roads to be maintained,” Mr. Cummins said. There are 100 graveyards; six fire stations and 60 firefighters; we support a dedicated Civil Defence corps; we own and maintain 1,350 houses.” He also said that the Council maintained 1,350 local authority houses and that about 100 people a year benefited from housing grants worth €850,000. Mr. Cummins also highlighted the recreational amenities that the Council managed, such as Roscommon Arts Centre, King House in Boyle and the Douglas Hyde at Frenchpark.

Senator Frank Feighan has called for Ireland to rejoin the Commonwealth. A number of years ago, when a member of the Dáil, the Fine Gael politician stoked controversy when he wore a poppy in the House on Remembrance Day to commemorate those who fought in the First World War. This week, he has again prompted a backlash by raising the possibility of Ireland rejoining the Commonwealth. “Given the power of the peace dividend in succeeding to build many bridges in the past 20 years on this island and with Britain, one of those issues which has been consistently highlighted in the last number of years is whether Ireland should rejoin the Commonwealth,” Senator Feighan said. “And today, I want to reopen the debate again about the merits of Ireland rejoining the Commonwealth. “By doing so, will it not promote Ireland’s values to a global audience while strengthening and growing important economic and cultural ties internationally? I believe so.” The Boyle man accepted that there would be some detractors from “obvious quarters” about the idea, but added: “Would such a move not fit perfectly with this new era of political and religious tolerance on our islands? “Would rejoining not help further develop a pluralist Ireland where our different identities are always mutually recognised and respected? “Would it also not just strengthen existing trade, business, cultural and political

relationships, but nurture new ones across the world?” The idea has been ridiculed by Sinn Féin councillor Michael Mulligan. “My God, what next? Is Frank looking for another soft job? He was well rewarded by Enda for his closing down of the A&E at Roscommon Hospital by making him a senator,” the Ballaghaderreen man said. “Maybe he will be made Baron of Boyle.”

Senator Frank Feighan.

Cllr. Michael Mulligan.

Naughten to meet Coillte over flooding < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, will meet Coillte today (Thursday) to discuss last week’s flooding crisis at Sliabh Bán, near Strokestown. (See also page 8). The Minister visited one of the flooding sites last Thursday, June 16, and listened to the “very genuine concerns and legitimate questions” expressed by families in the vicinity. “There is no doubt that there was deluge of rain in the wider area last week over a very short period of time and I have raised queries on this issue with both Coillte and

members of my staff in Inland Fisheries (IFI) who were on the mountain just hours before the severe rainfall occurred,” he said. “I have spoken directly with both Coillte and IFI on this matter and I am currently awaiting detailed additional information. “I will be considering the request made by local families in the context of the information that is available to me in the next few days.” Deputy Eugene Murphy, Fianna Fáil’s junior spokesman for flood relief, also said that he visited homes affected immediately after they were flooded. He said that he was working in conjunction with Roscommon County

Council to alleviate the damage caused by the flash floods. “I visited many homes in the Curraghroe and Doughill area late last Wednesday night where homeowners had up to two feet of water in their sitting rooms and they were forced to evacuate,” Deputy Murphy said. “This is a nightmare situation for families and homeowners and many communities are still only trying to get back on their feet.” Deputy Murphy said that he had received an undertaking from Coillte that they would fully investigate the issue, given that there are concerns the flooding was linked to the development of a wind farm on Sliabh Bán.

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PropertyPeople Final offers for luxury residence at Cloverhill John Earley FIPAV of Property Partners Earley Roscommon is this week inviting final offers after €275,000 for a magnificient 4 bedroomed luxury residence of 2,700 sq.ft. located at Lisagallon, Cloverhill, Roscommon (just off the main Roscommon to Castlerea route N60). John commented: “This stunning architecturally designed residence is located convenient to Roscommon town and stands on a beautifully mature site area of 0.9 of an acre with superb gardens. This superb property has the benefit of a large double detached garage with double electronic doors to the side.

The property is presented behind electrified gates in a peaceful and scenic community adjacent to Cloverhill Church and national school. “Accommodation comprises

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briefly of reception/hallway, sitting room, living room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, cloakroom, bedrooms 4 in all with ensuite. Rarely does a property of this quality come on the market and as a result, viewing comes highly recommended by the auctioneers. We now inviting final offers after €275,000 to sell.” For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact John Earley FIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Property Partners Earley Roscommon on 090 66 26579, logonto www.propertypartners.ie or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

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 final offers after €175,000 to sell. To arrange maps or for further details contact John Earley FIPAV, Property Partners Earley, Stone Ct, The Sq, 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.

Attractive cottage at Roxboro Pat Hughes & Co have confirmed that they have for sale at Roxboro, Roscommon an attractive cottage in need of modernisation. The residence stands on a 1 acre elevated site. Viewing is highly recommended, contact Pat

Lands For Sale c. 11.3 hectares (27.8 acres) plus commonage together with Farm Dwellinghouse and Slatted Shed thereon. (The property can be sold in lots).

The lands are mostly good quality farm lands laid out in three divisions and are well fenced. There is piped water on all of the lands. The commonage comprises a one third share of 7.23 ha. There is a large 3 Bay Double Shed c. 146.5 sq.mts on the lands which was built in recent years and is in excellent condition with water and electricity. One side of the shed is slatted and the other side comprises calving area, crush and feed storage. There is another shed c. 48 sq.mts. on the lands. The dwellinghouse c. 136.5 sq.mts. was extended and reconstructed in recent years and has provided a comfortable family home over the years. The owners are retiring from farming. The property has a nice location convenient to Ballygar and Mountbellew. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a holding or for local farmers to acquire additional lands and viewing is highly recommended. Full details from the auctioneer David Moran. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

BALLYGAR, CO.GALWAY. Lands Total Area c. 5.5 acres together with Buildings thereon.

Final offers for prime Gallowstown lands John Earley of Property Partners Earley Roscommon is this week inviting final offers after €175,000 for a prime holding of lands containing 16.56 acres located at Gallowstown, beside Roscommon town, Co. Roscommon. John describes the lands as “A highly attractive holding of lands which previously had the benefit of planning permission for 200 houses, a crèche and are selling as they stand. These primely located lands are situated adjacent to the existing

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The current use is a G.A.A. Pitch, Dressingrooms and Ball Alley. There has been a lot of investment in the lands to create a good quality playing surface and there is good drainage. The buildings comprise dressingrooms and store c. 76 sq.mts. and a ball alley c. 90.5 sq.mts which requires investment. The property has a good location on the edge of the town and is serviced by a public road and footpath. It has a public water supply, septic tank and electricity. It offers a unique opportunity to purchase a facility such as this which is ready to go. It also has potential for a variety of uses commercial or residential subject to planning. It is also an opportunity for anyone seeking a holding of lands with potential. Full details from the auctioneer David Moran.

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FOR SALE Spacious 4 Bedroom Dormer Residence with large sunroom and garage located at

HOLLYWELL, DERRANE, CO. ROSCOMMON PRICE REGION: €245,000 O.N.O. Stunning 4 bedroom dormer residence standing on a large gently elevated site area just a short drive to Roscommon town and all amenities including Derrane primary school. This fine property comes on the market in excellent condition throughout with many extra features including a large open plan sunroom to rear of the property complimented by high ceilings. Immediate offers and viewings invited! NEW TO THE MARKET

FOR SALE Well presented 3 Semi-Detached residence located at

NO. 3 LISROYNE ELMS, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON PRICE REGION: €110,000 O.N.O. Superb residence finished to a “Show House” standard offering 3 bedrooms in all with master bedroom en-suite, the said residence offers spacious living accommodation throughout. This residence is within walking distance of all amenities including Schools and viewing comes highly recommended. BER C3 (Licence No. 103925079) Immediate offers and Viewings invited!

Detached residence on half acre for €65,000 At Corrabaun, Elphin, Co Roscommon, Loretta Dowd is delighted to offer this fine 3 bedroomed cottage (original cottage over 100-years-old) with storage sheds to the side. The property comes on the market in a lovely countryside location close to lakes and just a short drive to Elphin and Tulsk and within an easy commute to Roscommon town. This property has been partially renovated including a new roof, windows, doors, septic tank, dry lined etc. Loretta describes the property as being in “good condition and located in a quiet rural area”, Ms Dowd further commented that “a large amount of works have been completed including a new roof, windows and doors, kitchen, bathroomware etc. and viewing is strongly advised!” Accommodation comprises briefly of ground floor: reception, sitting room, living room, kitchen/dining room. Ground floor: Two bedrooms and bathroom. First floor: One bedroom. The auctioneer invites viewings and enquiries to Loretta Dowd Property Lettings, Roscommon 087-2233223 or email: lorettadowdpropertylettings@gmail.com.

Stunning residence at Lisroyne Elms priced to sell at €110,000! Loretta Dowd Properties is delighted to offer for sale this fine three bedroomed semi-detached residence, located No.3 Lisroyne Elms, Strokestown, Co Roscommon. “The residence is finished to showhouse standard and viewing is a must commented Loretta Dowd. The property offers spacious living accommodation throughout with a generous garden area to the rear of the property with feature patio area and hedging to boundary. This fine property is within walking distance of town centre, schools and all amenities. Accommodation comprises briefly of reception/hallway, sitting room, kitchen/living room, utility, WC, first floor: 3 bedrooms in all (master ensuite) and bathroom. Viewing is a must to appreciate the high standard of finish of this residence which

solid fuel stove is another feature in this spacious room. To the side of the property stands a large detached garage with remote control roller door. Accommodation comprises briefly of reception/hallway, large sitting room with solid fuel stove, inviting kitchen/dining room, large open plan sun room, utility, shower room, hotpress off, ground floor large bedroom with built in wardrobe. First floor: Bedrooms 3 in all with master ensuite and bathroom. The auctioneer invites immediate enquiries and viewings, contract Loretta Dowd Auctioneer on 087-2233223.

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also offers an excellent BER rating of. No expense has been spared in the fit out of this property and the auctioneer invites immediate enquiries and offers. For viewing contact Loretta Dowd Properties on 087-2233223 or visit our website www.lorettadowdpropertylettings.com.

MIPAV, TRV of Property Partners Earley Roscommon on 090 66 26579 or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

The said property can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate as set out as follows: Lot 1: The entire. Lot 2: 3 B/R Bungalow residence with storage buildings set to the rear standing on c. 1 acre. Lot 3: 3 B/R Bungalow residence with storage buildings and farm buildings set to the rear standing on c. 7.5 acres. Lot 4: c. 35 acres of lands incorporating good quality farm lands, and lands which run onto Loughandoughil. Lot 5: c. 29.5 acres of good quality lands and lands incorporating some rock outcrop. For further details or viewing appointments, contact the office. BER Residence: G. LEGAL: MARIE MCMANUS, MESSERS PATRICK J NEILAN & CO, ROSCOMMON. TELEPHONE: 090 66 26245. -----------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET A HIGHLY ATTRACTIVE AND RECENTLY RENOVATED 3 B/R SEMI-DETACHED RESIDENCE OF C. 1,240 SQ.FT WITH GARAGE SET TO THE SIDE LOCATED AT

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Harbour side bungalow at Hughes & Co At Fearagh, Ballymurray, Roscommon, Hughes & Company have for sale a three bedroomed bungalow on a 1 acre site and located only 200 yards from Portrun Harbour. The Residence needs some modernisation but is prominently located on an elevated site. Viewing is highly recommended. For further details please contact the office on 090 6627003.

Spacious living in a lovely countryside setting €245,000 is the price guide with Loretta Dowd for this outstanding 4 bedroomed detached residence with garage finished to a very high standard by its present owners. This fine property stands on an elevated site area with lovely views of the surrounding countryside and is located close to Derrane primary school, Roscommon town and all amenities. The property is bright and airy with spacious living accommodation throughout, including an open plan sun room with feature high ceilings complimented by exposed reclaimed railway sleepers, a

Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon. Tel. 090 66 26579. Fax: 090 66 25405. EMAIL: jearley@propertypartners.ie C. 72 ACRES OF FARMLANDS WITH BUNGALOW RESIDENCE AND ADJACENT FARM BUILDINGS LOCATED AT CLOONYBEIRNE,

For sale at Oldwood Property Partners Earley Roscommon are this week offering to the market some of the last remaining homes in the current phase of the Oldwood development located just off the Athlone road, Roscommon. John Earley commented: “We recently enjoyed a hugely successful launch of this exclusive development which is one of the 1st developments to achieve an A-rated energy efficiency in every home. Ten houses have been agreed to date and the remaining properties have experienced strong interest. Viewers are hugely impressed with the level of finish of each of the showhouses and the attention to detail. With construction now well under way, pre sales of 3 bedroomed semi-detached houses are very strong and same are priced at €176,000. Showhouse viewings are by appointment only and in order to secure a property in the next phase of construction, early booking is advised.” John added: “Oldwood creates energy savings of as much as 60% per year. While Oldwood’s location is important, what sets it apart is the attention to detail throughout every facet of its design and build. Each property is finished with a luxurious and stylish finish, with sleek fitted kitchens, elegant bathrooms, high efficiency Panasonic Heat Source Pump Air to Water heating systems, triple glazed uPVC windows and a warming log burner for the lounge area. There is a lot to love and we invite you to step inside and see for yourself.” For further details, please contact John Earley FIPAV or David Diffley

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A highly attractive 3 B/R semi-detached residence located in a select residential location within walking distance of Lanesboro town centre and the famous River Shannon. Ballyleague and Lanesboro are well regarded for their many leisure pursuits and benefit from many established and renowned public houses and restaurants together with an abundance of water based sports activities. The said property stands on a beautifully mature site area with an extensive garden area to the rear and with a gravelled driveway extending to the front and side. Overall, this is a quality property to come available in a select location and the auctioneers now invite immediate enquiries and offers to sell. BER: D2. LEGAL: BRID MILLER, ATHLONE RD, ROSCOMMON, CO. ROSCOMMON. TELEPHONE: 090 66 27777. -----------------------------------------------------------

FARMS FARMS FARMS We have a large portfolio of residential and nonresidential farms on our books to include the following: • c.125 acres of dual purpose lands with comprehensive farmyard at Tulsk, Co. Roscommon. • c. 120 acres of lands (newly reseeded), forestry lands and boglands together with a 3 B/R residence beside Roscommon town. • c. 101.5 acres with a period residence and farmyard located at Laragh, Ballintubber. • c. 76 acres of lands and boglands with a modern farmyard located beside Ballymoe village. • c. 49 acres of prime limestone lands together with a 3 B/R bungalow and farmyard at Rahara, Roscommon. • c. 23 acres of limestone lands with a derelict bungalow residence located at Rathbrennan, Roscommon. For further details on any of the above or other farms on our books, contact the office.

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FarmingPeople Castlerea Mart Report June 16th: 600 cattle on offer with trade remaining strong, especially for quality stores. Plainer-type stock has noticed a slight decrease in price, while breeding stock and calves reported excellent clearances. Heifers, heifer weanlings and lighter bull weanlings were the best sellers on the day. Sample prices – bullocks: Ch 490kgs €1265, Lim 495kgs €1200, Ch 540kgs €1385, Ch 505kgs €1230, Ch 560kgs €1555, AA 620kgs €1390, Ch 660kgs €1530. Heifers: Ch 415kgs €1115, Lim 390kgs €1110, Ch 395kgs €1090, Lim 480kgs €1250, Lim 530kgs €1390, Ch 645kgs €1490. Dry cows: Lim 820kgs €1680, BBX 690kgs €1550, Ch 715kgs €1435, Lim 665kgs €1430, Lim 490kgs €975. Cows with calves at foot made from €1250 to €1920 for a Simmental cow and her Lim bull calf at foot. Springers cows made from €1000 to €1500 per head. Calves: Good numbers on offer with prices holding firm. Calves on offer ranged in price from €185 to €500 for Continentals. Weanling bulls: Ch 275kgs €920, Lim 275kgs €785, Ch 335kgs €1050, Ch 355kgs €1060, Ch 330kgs €995. Weanling heifers: Ch 270kgs €825, Ch 355kgs €1020, Ch 300kgs €925, Ch 260kgs €820. Sales continue at Castlerea Mart on today (June 23rd) with a sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am, with three rings in operation.

Carthy meets IFA reps in Brussels Sinn Féin MEP Matt Carthy this week met with representatives of the Irish Farmers Association in the European Parliament in Brussles. Last Monday evening, the IFA representatives attended an event to promote European Agri produce. They were promoting the benefits of a sustainable EU livestock sector for rural areas, for a healthy diet and for growth and jobs. Irish beef was, of course, top of the menu. On Tuesday MEPs met with the IFA representatives to discuss a number of pieces of

legislation going through the European Parliament related to animal health (Animal Health Law, Veterinary Medicines Regulation and the Official Controls Regulation). All of these pieces of legislation are at different stages of the legislative process and have the potential to have a large impact on farmers. They will affect trading practices (both internally and externally of the EU), prescription processes for when animals become ill and controls at various other stages of the lifetime of the animal.

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The Knowledge Transfer Scheme is the new Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine scheme that will replace STAP and BTAP. Knowledge Transfer Groups will be implemented for some 27,000 farmers across various sectors and will run for a period of three years. Farmers can make up to €750 a year over the three years. The Knowledge Transfer Groups will be delivered to farmers by qualified facilitators, with the first groups expected to be approved in June. For more information please call Vincent on 0872626173.

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As presently Irish regulation on these matters is quite far apart from other EU countries, the final outcome in negotiations on these files could mean big changes in the operations of Irish farmers. Mr. Carthy has offered assurances that he will, as a member of the Agriculture & Rural Development Committee, work to ensure that the final outcome of these regulations does not over-burden farmers with additional charges or unnecessary bureaucracy while maintaining the objective of protecting animal health.

Pictured (L-r) at a meeting at the European Parliament in Brussels recently were Liam McHale, IFA, Matt Carthy (Sinn Féin MEP) and Bert Stewart (IFA Animal Health Officer).

UK company planning solar farm for Castlerea < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

A UK energy company is to seek permission to develop a solar farm in Castlerea, according to a planning notice that was published this week. It states that Elgin Energy, which has offices in Bristol and Dublin, intends to apply for permission to develop the farm at Rathleg, Castlerea. The development would include a solar farm with photovoltaic panels on

ground-mounted frames, an ESB terminal station and various other electrical outlets, along with mounted CCTV cameras. According to its website, Elgin Energy describes itself as “a leader in the field of solar PV energy installation in the UK and Ireland”. Solar farms, which create electricity from sunlight, are seen by many people as a more desirable form of generating electricity than wind farms. However, it is understood

that the application for a solar farm has created unrest among some locals.

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Friday, June 17th: There were increased numbers on offer this week. There was no significant change in the trade for heifers. There was an improved trade for bullocks resulting in a very good clearance of lots. Prices for bullocks averaged from €2.46 per kilo up to €3.03 per kilo. There was a brisk trade for dry cows with prices ranging from €1.81 per kilo up to €2.03 per kilo. Cows with calves at foot fetched from €1,750 up to €1,830 per lot. Usual trade for bullocks, heifers, weanlings and dry cows on Friday next (June 10th) at 11 am. 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, June 30th. Dry cows made from €1,160 up to €1,440 per lot. Sample prices: Char X 780 kgs €1,440, BBX 745 kgs €1,430, Fr 820 kgs €1,400, Lim 710 kgs €1,360,Lim X 730 kgs €1,325, Char X 665 kgs €1,200, Lim X 635 kgs €1,290. Heifers made from €405 to €785 over. Sample prices: Char X 635 kgs €1,380, Char X 525 kgs €1,310, Char X 490 kgs €1,245, BBX 490 kgs €1,190, 2 Char X 440 kgs €1,090, HEX 515 kgs €1,050, Lim x 335 kgs €1,000, 2 Char X 320 kgs €920, BAX 355 kgs €910, Char X 325 kgs 930. Bullocks made from €405 to €855 over. Sample prices: Char X 760 kgs €1,530, Char X 645 kgs €1,500, Char X 500 kgs €1315, LimX 485 kgs €1,215,Lim X 475 kgs €1,190, Char X 425 kgs €1,175, Char X 410 kgs €1,100, Char X 385 kgs €1,095, Lim X 310 kgs €940, AUX 250 kgs €730, AAX 300 kgs €700, AUX 345 kgs €850. Sheep sale – Wednesday, June 22nd: There were slighter smaller numbers on offer this week. The trade was steady for lambs with prices slightly up on last week resulting in a full clearance of lots. There was an improvement in the trade for cast ewes. Ewes with twin lambs at foot made up to €250 per lot while ewes with singles made up to €185 per lot. Sales continue each Wednesday at 11 am for lambs, cast ewes and ewes with lambs at foot. Sample prices - Spring lambs: 43.30 kgs €97, 41 kgs €85, 48.30 kgs €103, 48 kgs €106, 39.70 kgs €87, 47.30 kgs €105, 45.90 kgs €104.50, 53 kgs €110. Cast ewes made from €75 to €117 per lot, ewes with twin lambs at foot made up to €250 per unit and ewes with single lambs at foot made up to €185 per unit.

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€1,000 giveaway with Longford Tiles & Bathrooms! To celebrate Longford Tiles & Bathrooms’ 25th anniversary, starting tomorrow (Friday, 24th of June) all customers will be put into a draw with one person’s name pulled out 25 days later. The winner will receive a prize of €1,000

in cash. Longford Tiles & Bathrooms have stores in Longford town and on the Golf Links Road in Roscommon. For more information call 043 3345721 or check out our Facebook page LTB Tiles and Bathrooms.

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Pictured at the official opening of Permanent TSB at its new location at Main Street in Roscommon town were Gary Gavin, Sean Naughton and Catherine Doyle. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Beegan a ‘Rising Star’ at Awards The 6th Annual Irish Sales Champion Awards took place at the Guinness Storehouse on Thursday, 16th June. The awards celebrate the competitive spirit, ingenuity and tenacity of Irish sales personnel. The Three Business team was represented by shortlisted candidates Natasha Beegan, Gavin Clancy, Patrick Curran and the ICT Team, of which Natasha is also a member. Natasha, an ICT Sales Consultant in the Business Directorate was Three’s big winner on the night, winning the

‘Rising Star’ award. The prize for this was a wonderfully engraved piece of Dublin Crystal along with

a six month one to one coaching and development course with Foresight Corporate Development, worth

approximately €5,000. She was shortlisted for three awards in total. Natasha is a former Roscommon and Mayo inter-county footballer, who plays her club football with Carnacon, just outside Castlebar, Co. Mayo. Natasha is originally from the Roscommon side of Ballinasloe and grew up playing club football with Pádraig Pearses, but now resides in Castlebar. Her background is originally in property where she attained an Honours degree in Property Valuations and Manage-

ment in Limerick in 2004. She worked in that industry up until 2010 and is still a member of the Irish Society of Chartered Surveyors (SCSI). In early 2010 she began working in Telecommunications when she joined eir (formerly eircom), where she spent five years working her way up to the position of Business Solutions Manager. Natasha then joined the Three ICT sales team, and sacrificed her club football for one year in order to make headway in her new consultative role.

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Glenamaddy Summer Festival – something for everyone! < DAN DOONER

Glenamaddy is gearing up for yet another weekend of Summer Festival action with events due to kick off

next Thursday, June 30th and running right through to Sunday evening (July 3rd). Thursday’s festivities will start with the ‘Car Treas-

ure Hunt’ at the Community Centre at 7.30 pm with cash prizes for the winners. Thursday evening will also see country music

legend, Robert Mizzell performing in the heart of Glenamaddy with a spectacular open-air concert. The singer who has had hits with songs such

Glenamaddy Summer Festival 2016 Thursday, 30th June - Sunday, 3rd July (inclusive) Thursday, 30th June

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Car Treasure Hunt Car Treasure Hunt starting at 7.30pm at the Community Centre Cash Prizes for the winners OPEN AIR CONCERT WITH

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Drive-in Bingo Jackpot €1,000 Cars and buses welcome STARTS AT 7PM SHARP Shop and refreshments available at The Community Centre, Creggs Road

Performing in the heart of Glenamaddy Ongoing BBQ during the performance TICKETS ON SALE ON THE NIGHT FOR A FANTASTIC DRAW Fantastic 1st prize - 2 nights B&B and one evening meal at the Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe ● 2nd prize - €100 ● 3rd prize - €75 Draw will take place on Sunday evening, 3rd July. Tickets €5, which will also be available in the run up to the Festival in all businesses and from members of the committee.

AFTERWARDS ENTERTAINMENT AND CRAIC IN ALL THE LOCAL PUBS

as ‘Day Drinkin’’, ‘Ol’ Frank’, ‘One More Last Chance’ and ‘Little White Line’ is no stranger to these parts and he promises provide another toe-tapping evening of wonderful music that is sure to have you up out of your seat! There will also be an ongoing BBQ throughout Robert’s performance with tickets on sale for a terrific draw. Prizes on the night include a fantastic 2 nights B&B stay at the Shearwater hotel in Ballinasloe which also includes one evening meal, as well as generous cash prizes. The draw will take place on Sunday evening (July 3rd), tickets cost €5 so be sure to grab one to be in with a chance! The fun continues on Friday, July 1st with the hugely popular ‘Drive-in Bingo’ taking place at 7 pm sharp. The jackpot stands at a whopping €1,000 and buses and cars are welcome. There will also be a shop with refreshments availa-

ble at the Community Centre on Creggs Road and the bingo will be followed by entertainment and craic in all local pubs. Saturday (July 2nd) is ‘Market Day’ at Glenamaddy Summer Festival with all stalls invited and free of charge. Stalls will open at 11 am with a Credit Union sponsored children’s pavement art competition taking place on the day. This will be followed by Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann with Irish traditional musicians performing on the Kilkerrin Road at 12 noon. All musicians are of course welcome to this wonderful celebration of music and there will of course be further sessions in local pubs afterwards! Still with us? If you have enough energy left by the time Sunday (July 3rd) rolls around then make sure you go along to the Family Fun Day which will be taking place throughout the day. The events start with fun and games for all the fam-

ily at the GAA pitch beginning at 1.30 pm. Forget the Cheltenham Gold Cup, because Glenamaddy is preparing its own ‘Gold Cup’ with a donkey derby set for the off at 5.30 pm in Divilly’s field on Ballymoe Road. There may be no entry fee there will be a tote for the event. The highly competitive donkey derby will be followed by yet more entertainment with ‘Kings of Connacht’ performing at 7.30 pm on the Ballymoe Road. Once again there will be entertainment and craic in all local pubs afterwards. Phew! Wait, one more thing; Murray’s Amusements will be in Divilly’s car park from Thursday (June 30th) to Sunday (July 3rd) throughout the festival. So come along to Glenamaddy’s Summer Festival next weekend where there truly is something for everyone throughout an action packed four days!

Sunday, 3rd July

FAM ILY FUN DAY Fun and Games for all the family in GAA Pitch STARTING AT 1.30PM

DONKEY DERBY

Saturday, 2nd July

Market Day All stalls invited, no charge for stalls Markets open at 11am Children’s pavement Art Competition in the Town Centre (Weighning Scales) at 12 noon (All materials provided) Sponsored by Credit Union.

Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann Irish Traditional Musicians performing (All musicians welcome) on the Kilkerrin Road at 12 noon

AFTERWARDS ENTERTAINMENT AND CRAIC IN ALL THE LOCAL PUBS

Glenamaddy’s Gold Cup Come along all jockeys and donkeys Taking place in Divilly’s Field, Ballymoe Road at 5.30pm No entry fee - Tote on the day

7.30pm: Kings of Connacht Performing live on the Ballymoe Road Winners of the Holiday Draw will be announced during performance

AFTERWARDS ENTERTAINMENT AND CRAIC IN ALL THE LOCAL PUBS

Murray’s Amusements will be in Divilly’s Car Park from the 30th June - 3rd July for the duration of the Festival. There will be entertainment & craic in the local Pubs & Businesses. See local press adverts/newsletter window adverts/Facebook for details.

@Glenamaddy Residents Traders Glenamaddy Tommy and Catherine Harte pictured at Harte’s Corner House. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Jockeys wanted for thoroughbreds in Glenamaddy < DAN DOONER

I met our ‘inside man’ on the outskirts of Ballyhard last Sunday evening. My first thought was that he was a little too tall and robust to be a jockey and I was filled with tremendous sympathy for the donkeys. “No!” he laughed, “Are ya mad? I’m just running the tote! Phew. He had met me under the cover of darkness in order to show me the runners in this year’s Glenamaddy Gold Cup. The Gold Cup is the stuff of local legend and will be bitterly contested next Sunday in Divilly’s field on the Ballymoe Road, so I was being given a glimpse into a world not too many before me have been permitted.

We arrived at a secret location just outside Ballyhard and he nudged me, nodding towards a lush field covered in moonlight. “Look,” he said, “Look how they move.” In the field I could just make out some of the most majestic beasts I had ever laid eyes on prancing and trotting as their breath rose into the night sky. “Can you believe we’re still looking for jockeys for these magnificent beasts? Ruby Walsh begged us, but we had to tell him it’s a family event just for amateurs,” he said, shaking his head and spitting in disgust. Suddenly, one of the beasts reared up and its fetlocks blew in the wind. I gasped and suddenly had the urge to write a Eurovision styled song about the animal.

“Ah yeah, the Sheik owns that one. Flew him in from Dubai. He’s unbeaten in all the international donkey derbies and destroyed the field in Newcastle West a few years ago,” our insider said. As we left he asked me if I was interested in saddling up that Sunday. “Yeah, ya know you’re the perfect build for it,” he said, “There’s five donkeys per race with four races overall and the winner of each race will go to the final.” I shook my head preferring to enjoy the wonderful beasts from the sidelines, but I couldn’t help but be envious of those who would accept the call next Sunday (July 3rd) in Divilly’s field at 5.30 pm.

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Lads…beware of the honey trap! M

en across Ireland, but in particular some

living in counties Roscommon and Longford, are being targeted and lured into taking part in sex-related internet activities whereby a woman will engage the man in a video conversation via a webcam, encourage him to expose himself while at the same time exposing herself in order to draw him into the activity! Now of course the silly man is not forced to do anything; okay, there’s coercion, but he can simply tell the slapper to get lost and switch off the computer…er, right??? Yes lads, that’s the sensible option, that way madam will move onto her next victim, leaving you in the clear. Whew! However, I suppose, buoyed up and flattered by the attention, bless him, the man, probably thinking it’s a bit of harmless fun, is now of the, in-for-a-penny-infor-a-pound mode and begins to play along; leading me nicely onto the purpose of this criminal activity and that is to extort money, something our lovely local Garda, Crime Prevention Officer Sergeant Paul McDermott has explained, saying, “unknown to the man the video conversation is recorded and shortly afterwards, the man will get a demand for payment or else the threat is made that the video will be posted on Facebook and sent to his family and friends.” Now to be honest folks, what our Gardaí are describing here is very disturbing, so please heed their warning and take their advice. You see, put simply, this so-called ‘honey-trap’ is blackmail, and blackmail is a very serious crime indeed and something that can have absolutely devastating effects financially, socially and emotionally; blackmail can subject the victim (and their families) to the most intense psychological trauma. So let me say right here that the sleazy strumpets who perpetrate this despicable crime are the baddies and not the poor sod who was green enough to get involved in an explicit conversation with her in the first place. Yes, he’s an eejit, but he’s clearly a victim. His crime? Well, he should have known better than to respond to a request from an unsolicited individual, but sure don’t we all make mistakes and this is all he

has done…made a mistake. So lads, if this has happened to you, it’s not the end of the world; even if you’re in a loving relationship and have kiddies. You made a mistake. End of! You’re entitled, as are we all, to use the internet safely and without hindrance from some blackmailing little trollop who is too lazy or too cerebrally challenged to get a job of her own and has to resort to tricking innocent (albeit dopey) individuals like you; bleeding you for cash. Yes, she may threaten to share the images/video footage to your nearest and dearest if you refuse to pay but then again, she may still carry out this threat even if you do cough up the cash; so my advice…don’t remortgage the house, don’t sell the family silver and don’t pay! Go to the Gardaí who’ll deal with you sensitively and

It’s a cruel, cruel world Like all right-thinking people I was left scratching my head last week when news of British Labour MP, wife and mother-of-two young children Jo Cox was struck down in the street by what the media have described as a ‘lone wolf’ killer. This week, as we witness the aftermath of this poor woman’s senseless murder, and, as her grieving husband

is left widowed and her two innocent kiddies are left motherless, I have to ask what the hell is going on in the world that, each week, it appears we are now bearing witness to such murderous, callous, senseless acts of violence where ordinary, everyday people are being crucified for doing nothing more than going about their ordinary, everyday tasks?

confidentially – remembering that your only crime here is stupidity; I mean lads, if you’ve got a face only a mother could love and a body that looks like it’s been invaded by Mr. Blobby, you really should’ve copped onto her, ahem, interest in you, and told her to sling her hook, but you didn’t and again, she’s the con-artist, she’s the blackmailer and blokes like you are her stock in trade. Come clean to the wife; ‘cos this little tart isn’t worth ruining a marriage for…it’s likely your wife’s noticed you’re uneasy and sussed something’s up. And, while you may end up with a lovely new sunroof in the kitchen – where she’s booted you through it – eventually she’ll calm down, she’ll forgive you and that lovely Mediterranean cruise you’re taking her on will defo go a long way towards helping her.

Parents – separate fact from fiction when it comes to your kids and drugs! Most teens will try something before they hit eighteen...well that’s my belief anyway; and, in my day, it was usually alcohol, cigarettes or sex. However, I have to say that, being a nerdy goody two shoes, I never drank alcohol until I was thirty, and, even now, have never in my life touched a cigarette. Why? As a teen I was too afraid of my mother’s reaction, and, as I said, I was a big nerd!

However, last week’s incident where three 12-year-old little girls were found in a state of collapse on a UK street, having succumbed to the horrors of taking the so-called 'Teddy Tablet' which are ecstasy pills aimed at children, is really an outrageous and dangerous rebellious step gone too far. Now while I know the early teen years can take a major emotional toll on children and

the reason they experiment with certain substances is to experience escapism, I have to ask the following questions…where were these young girls’ parents? Why were they out and about, unsupervised at 10 pm at night? How did they get the money to buy these drugs? And; what kind of sicko actually thought that it was okay to supply three young, vulnerable little children with class A drugs?

newsbrief Baby Noel Heneghan Barn Dance The Baby Noel Heneghen Barn Dance will be held at 8.30 pm on Friday, July 1st at Brehon Park in Clonberne, Co. Galway. Music on the night will be provided by Jason Travers, Jenna Sloane and DJ Ollie Mullins. There will also be a raffle and spot prizes on the night. Tickets are €10 and can be bought from: H.M Stores, Clonberne; Madden’s, Lerhin, Clonberne; SuperValu, Glenamaddy; Londis, Church St., Glenamaddy; Midwest Radio, Ballyhaunis; or you can pay at the door on the night.

SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION In this week’s First Reading, Elijah’s disciple is allowed to kiss his parents goodbye before setting out to follow the prophet’s call. But we are called to follow a greater prophet than Elijah, this week’s Liturgy wants us to know. In Baptism, we have put on the cloak of Christ, are called to the house of a new Father, and have been given a new family in the kingdom of God. We have been called to leave behind our past lives and never look back – to follow wherever He leads. Elijah was taken up in a whirlwind and his disciple was given a double portion of his spirit (see 2 Kings 2:9-15). Jesus too, the Gospel reminds us, was “taken up” (see Acts 1:2,11,22), and He gave us His Spirit to live by, to guide us in our journey in His kingdom. As this week’s Epistle tells us, the call of Jesus shatters the yoke of every servitude, sets us free from the rituals of the old Law, shows us the Law’s fulfillment in the following of Jesus, in serving one another through love. His call sets our hands to a new plow, a new task – to be His messengers, sent ahead to prepare all peoples to meet Him and enter into His Kingdom. Elijah called down fire to consume those who wouldn’t accept God (see 2 Kings 1:1-16). But we have a different Spirit with us. To live by His Spirit is to face opposition and rejection, as the Apostles do in this week’s Gospel. It is to feel like an exile, with no lasting city (see Hebrews 13:14), no place in this world to lay our head or call home. But we hear the voice of the One we follow in this week’s Psalm (see Acts 2:25-32;13:3537). He calls us to make His faith our own – to abide in confidence that He will not abandon us, that He will show us “the path to life,” leading us to the fullness of joy in His presence forever. – Scott Hahn Ph.D., www. salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)

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Pride – and challenges to meet – in ‘picture postcard rural Ireland’… < PAUL HEALY

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St. John’s/Lecarrow are not hidden gems; they are visible gems, two landmark villages proudly sticking their chests out on the main Roscommon/Athlone Road. Close by is Rahara, another rural delight, surrounded by green fields. The whole area is in the bosom of rolling rural countryside. Serene and green, this is picture postcard rural Ireland. I took a spin around on Sunday evening, commentary on Galway and Mayo in the background. An emigrant from Rooskey, I first became familiar with this area around 1988, when I began working with the Roscommon Champion. My first foray into Rahara was around 1989/1990, when local man Laurence Fallon became national President of Macra na Feirme. I was welcomed into the Fallon household where I interviewed the man himself.

He remains a local community champion in the area. I liked Rahara then, and I still like it. Sadly the local pub – Beades’ – is currently closed. The local school is now key to Rahara. Like most or all rural schools, it is facing challenges – most obviously in relation to pupil numbers – but I am assured that it is thriving, with a year of great achievements behind it. Driving to and from Rahara on Sunday, I was stunned by the level of flooding. I rang Laurence Fallon, now a councillor, on Tuesday. His report is grim but realistic. He says Rahara is almost certainly the only place in the country where water is still being pumped in the vicinity of houses. Three houses – one in particular – are under pressure. 42 farmers are affected. “We’re pumping water since the 29th of January” he sighs, adding that remedial action will simply have to be taken. (Special report in our next edition). The countryside is beautiful. I imagine there are people all

over the world who would see this area, which is not far from strong towns like Roscommon and Athlone, as a wonderful place in which to live. Unfortunately, there are planning issues to contend with. Cllr. Fallon is frustrated by the fact that people from outside the locality who might come to work in Roscommon cannot build houses in places like Rahara unless it’s “in the core of the village.” As one generation ages, the desire surely is that younger generations are coming along to begin the process of inheriting our beautiful towns and villages. The reality is that this is not currently happening. There is a flight from the land, and there is an exodus – countywide – of young people. The age profile is rising; so are the challenges. Knockcroghery and Lecarrow both look great. On Monday, two men were cutting grass on the Green in Knockcroghery. In recent years, the village was enhanced by the construction

of a number of houses, which has boosted the population. Knockcroghery only needs a fair wind and it will continue to be a very special part of the county. It is steeped in history. The village is welcoming and is a social and sporting ‘centre of excellence.’ Gaelic football, hurling and camogie have always been very strongly and passionately promoted by local volunteers. It’s over a quarter of a century since I first sampled the local bars. Ned’s, a cosy hostelry, is now run by Anouska O’Grady. It changed hands a few times in the past and I remember when the irrepressible Batty O’Brien was the man behind the counter there. If I am in the area I enjoy popping into The Claypipe, where the proprietors are P. (Padraig) and Kathleen Walshe. Some political banter, GAA talk and general craic is guaranteed. Back across the road is Murray’s bar, which celebrates one hundred years in existence this weekend. Here, the late, great

Jimmy Murray modestly and magically held court for 70odd years. I called on Monday evening to chat with Jimmy’s son John and his wife Etna about this weekend’s Centenary celebrations. Reflecting on the great times in Murray’s down the years – with its cast of characters, football personalities, musicians and others – was a pleasure. The place evokes special feelings and wistful thoughts of the great deeds of the men of 1943 and ’44. There are five national schools in the area - Ballymurray, Rahara, Glanduff, Knockcroghery, St. John’s. Their excellence is a credit to all involved. It is heartening to see refurbishment works ongoing at some of these schools at the present time. They are critical to these communities. The St. John’s/Lecarrow area is idyllic. The Church on the hill is a strikingly attractive sight, a reassuring presence. The Roscommon & District League soccer grounds are a

great asset to the area and a credit to the League. Coffey’s and Kelly’s are landmark pubs which are social outlets but also community hubs. Behind them, the magnificent ongoing development of facilities at the River Shannon (Lough Ree) is a very clear sign of a rural community – working with the relevant agencies - fighting back, being proactive, developing facilities, progressing, reaching out to the possibilities, looking to the future. The great work of Billy Kelly and his colleagues with the Lecarrow Benevolent Fund is further evidence of great community spirit in the area. Indeed there are numerous groups in the area involved in sport, historical projects, heritage, community initiatives, charities, etc. All of these areas, in their own way, are shouting stop, or perhaps more accurately, they are nurturing and loving their place, working to promote it and sustain it. Long may it continue.

The Burning of Knockcroghery – 95 years ago this week < DARRAGH O’CONNOR

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une 19th, 1921

was a clear night over County Roscommon with a few light clouds drifting westwards from Lough Ree. It was the eve of the Summer Solstice and, at one o’clock in the morning, most people in Knockcroghery were fast asleep. But within half an hour, every man, woman and child in the village was to awaken into a horrific nightmare. Those living at the south of the village were the first to hear the four lorries roaring up the main road. There were at least four Black and Tan soldiers in each lorry. The lorries screeched to a halt beside St. Patrick’s Church and the Tans jumped out. Dressed in civilian clothing, they were armed – and drunk. The soldiers fixed masks to their faces and prepared to unleash utter hell on the village. They began firing their

guns into the sky as the first petrol bomb was hurled onto a thatched cottage. There were fifteen houses along the main street of Knockcroghery on the eve of the burning, most of them single-storey thatched cottages. By the morning, all bar four had been reduced to ash. Few villagers can have known why the soldiers were in Knockcroghery that night, although perhaps word had already spread about the assassination of Brigadier General T.S. Lambert earlier that evening. General Lambert was a popular figure in the barracks and news of his death sparked an instant demand for reprisals from those under his command. His assassins were believed to have escaped in the direction of Lough Ree and to have vanished in boats. Misinformed British intelligence agents then delivered the catastrophic verdict that the killers hailed from

Knockcroghery. Four hours after the General’s death, the houses were set on fire and those inside had no option but to flee outside in their nightclothes. The majority ran through the fields at the back of the house and sought refuge on Hangman’s Hill, the ominously named stony ridge that protects the village from the easterly winds sweeping in from Lough Ree. Rev. Bartholomew Kelly refused to leave his house before the Tans began sprinkling petrol over his furniture. He jumped out of his bedroom window onto a shed 12 ft. below him and concealed himself until the mob had left. The slate roof on the building saved his house from complete annihilation. John Murray, a 51-yearold publican ran a pub, grocery and post office. As with the priest, this building had a slate roof. When the Tans set his back door alight, Murray

Sean was amazed!

reacted quickly and extinguished the flames. According to a contemporary, Knockcroghery presented a ”shocking appearance” when morning broke. It was “a mass

of smouldering ruins.” The people of Roscommon were quick to come to Knockcroghery’s aid, bringing clothes and setting up a relief fund. Although questions were

raised in Westminster about this “barbarous outrage”, nobody was ever held accountable for the burning of Knockcroghery.

Sean Browne from Castlerea was amazed at the response he received when he recently shared this unique photograph on Facebook. The photograph shows Knockcroghery in the aftermath of the “barbarous outrage” of June 20th, 1921, when the village was attacked by Black and Tans and basically burnt out. Sean says the photograph (“which was given to me by the late Brother O’Dowd”) attracted over 13,000 responses online. “I don’t think people had seen this particular photograph before,” Sean says. “And a lot of younger people wouldn’t even have known about the burning of Knockcroghery. People were fascinated.”

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LECARROW: The Government should prioritise tourism initiatives in south Roscommon and utilise Lough Ree to a greater extent, a local businessman has said. Declan Kelly, who works at Kelly’s pub at Lecarrow, said that business had improved at the village recently. “Trade has improved for the summer months,” he said. “Some tourists are coming in off the river. There are a lot of things going on in the area, with a lot of active clubs, such as Lecarrow Laser Cycling Club.” However, he added: “We need more investment in tourism. “There could be more done for Lough Ree. I think Lough Ree is kind of a lost resource. It should be utilised more.” KNOCKCROGHERY: John Murray, of Murray’s pub at Knockcroghery, said that the pub trade had suffered because of increasingly stringent drink-driving laws. “A lot of customers are bachelors and they are looking at the four walls every night when they used to go out for a couple of pints and drive their tractor or whatever,” Mr. Murray said. “They are just so wary of the drinkdriving laws now. “It is so different in a country areas than a city or a town, where they can walk and they have buses and all that kind of thing.” Mr. Murray said that the Government could assist by providing a free bus service for elderly people to and from pubs “a couple of nights a week”. There has been a massive turnaround in business locally over the past year, a businesswoman at Knockcroghery has claimed. Ethel Kelly, who runs the Claypipe Visitor Centre at the village, accepted that

the area declined significantly during the recession. “There aren’t that many businesses here now,” she said. “The recession would have definitely taken it toll.” However, she added: “Things are definitely looking up, for sure. I can see a massive turnaround in the business in general in the last year or so. Things have definitely increased. It is looking far better than a couple of years ago.” At her business, where craft is produced also, the majority of businesses is transacted online. Internet coverage, Ms. Kelly added, is “patchy”, which Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, has pledged to improve. RAHARA: At nearby Rahara, Cllr. Laurence Fallon has concerns about the population decline. He believes that Roscommon County Council should losen their planning laws to allow more development. “The model we now have of only allowing people to build houses within cores or villages is going to have a longterm impact on the traditional appearance of rural areas,” the Independent said. “We have a planning system now which is way too restrictive to allow for the ongoing survival of the rural communities. “All our young people are going away, the majority of them to get jobs somewhere else. “We should be allowing young people who get jobs in Athlone and Roscommon to build where our young should be building if they could find a job.” Cllr. Fallon said that, in the vast majority of Co. Roscommon, you would be granted planning permission only if you were born or reared in the area, or were a parish priest or teacher. “Most of our families around here are gone to live and work in some other part of

Ireland,” Cllr. Fallon said. “We should be allowing kids from other parts of Ireland, who might get a job here, to come and live in the area as well.” Otherwise, he said that Rahara would continue to decline. “Without maintaining at least 80 or 90 families in the parish of Rahara, we can’t sustain services that we need, like the school and the church,” he said. “We won’t do that by putting them into Monksland, Ballyforan, Athleague or places like that.” Poor broadband in the area was also a major problem, Cllr. Fallon said. “The Government needs to try to prioritise broadband at the fastest possible rate to help people going forward because broadband is the new electricity and it opens up all kinds of avenues,” he said.

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Paddy Kilduff’s term as Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council will end next Monday, June 27th, when he will be succeeded by Tony Ward, from nearby Curraghboy. Cllr. Kilduff has had an eventful year as the county’s first citizen. One of the last events he presided at was the official opening of Áras an Chontae, Roscommon County Council’s new civic offices, which took place last Friday. He said that was one of the highlights of his reign. “What a year to be Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council,” Cllr. Kilduff reflected. “I thoroughly enjoyed it. I was particularly delighted to be Cathaoirleach on the day that we opened out magnificent new building. That has been the highlight – that and the 1916 celebrations.”

He said that people of Co. Roscommon really engaged in the Centenary of the Rising, with countless events taking place throughout the county. “The people in all the areas really got into the spirit of the 1916 Rising 100 years ago,” Cllr. Kilduff said. “People were very involved and I want to thank the people of the county for that.” On a more disappointing note, the county was decimated by “awful flooding” over the past year, which has occupied various organisations. “The emergency services – the Civil Defence and Roscommon County Council workers – put in a magnificent effort,” Cllr. Kilduff notes. “It hasn’t gone away yet, and in my own area, it is unreal since last December. Myself and my fellow councillors will continue to deal with it, and all avenues are being looked at.” Cllr. Kilduff was the latest in a prestigious

group from his locality to be elected as the county’s first citizen, including Rahara men Laurence Fallon and Gerry Donnelly, and Lecarrow’s Jack Kirwan. From Cllr. Ward’s elec-

tion next Monday, Cllr. Kilduff will continue as a councillor before retiring from politics in the local elections in 2019. “I have always said that I will not be running again,

but I am sure that there will be a worthy representative from the general area of St. John’s/Rahara/ Knockcroghery to continue my representation,” he said.

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ing to be huge in this country, especially with the planned renewal heat incentive scheme (RHI). “At the end of the day, it’s up to farmers and land owners as to what they want to do with their land. I would say, however, that forestry is an extremely viable option for landowners; forestry cover in Ireland is quite low at the moment in spite of what has been said in the media recently. It will not take over the countryside and the rule at the moment states that planting can’t take place within 60 metres of neighbouring homes. It is a terrific option for making your land work for you,” concluded. To find out more about the benefits of forestry call Axe Foresty today on 087-3814886, email info@axeforestry or log onto axeforestry.ie.

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quickly spread and he was asked to perform a little closer to home. He picks up the story: “Tommy Kelly in Lecarrow asked me to go down and play on a Sunday night from half-eight until ten o’clock. So it started from there and we started a little group and did pubs and that and then I joined the Avengers showband and sang with them from over two years.” Performances with legendary accordion player Ciaran Kelly followed, before Paschal formed a group called Shannon Breeze, which played until 1990. The group stuck to a 50km radius due to Paschal’s day job with the Department of Posts and

Telegraphs – Eircom to you and me. Paschal is married to Mary and they have two sons and one daughter; Declan, Justin and Aimee. Aimee is an accomplished singer herself and has performed many times with her father. Paschal continues to perform as a Joe Dolan tribute act nationwide and demand is such that he is rarely short of work. “Joe keeps me going. If I wasn’t doing the Joe tribute I’d be doing a lot less! Most of the work is done in Dublin and places like Kerry and Limerick,” he said, before adding “The 50km radius limit is out the window, that’s why I have to change the van

every couple of years!” (laughs). Paschal’s family are also steeped in football and Paschal himself has an intermediate title with St. Dominic’s to his name. Does Paschal have regrets about not throwing everything into music? “Sometimes I’d have regrets that I didn’t go professional but I joined the P&T as it was known in those days. My dad grew up in a different age and he always told me I had a pension and to stick with it. Part of me regrets it because maybe I could have made it a bit bigger.” Still, he isn’t doing too badly from humble beginnings. “I started when Tommy

Kelly asked me to go down and play the accordion and all those boys loved a bit of music on a Sunday night. I got 30 shillings and I had the price of a dance and I was able to keep petrol in my car for the week.” Paschal still loves performing and he told me the bigger the band behind him, the better. So, how long will he continue to change vans? “I don’t plan to retire, when people get fed up with me...(laughs).” Before I left he showed me pictures of the wedding he had performed at the day before. “Two girls in Dublin”, he tells me. The vans and times, they are a changing.

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Preparations ongoing for Rahara Homecoming < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

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The festival is supported by Roscommon County Council.

Book launch – Friday The festival will begin with the launch of Rahara – A Century of Memories in a marquee at the national school at 8.30 pm on Friday, August 12th. The historic book is currently being published and is available to pre-order for â‚Ź15. “This is the first book ever published about Rahara, its people, culture and traditions – people

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who have been involved right through to the current day,� Orla Donnelly, a member of the committee, said. “A book committee was established late last year and this committee has worked tirelessly researching the historical content, interviewing locals and collecting photographs. “The book deals with the life and times of the locals during the past century, including the old traditions, sporting achievements and accounts of pupils from Rahara National School from generations past and present. “It also includes various old photographs and stories.� Rahara has witnessed some extraordinary events, including the Battle of Rahara in 816, this year being its 1200th anniversary. The rise and fall of the area’s population is also interesting, Ms Donnelly said. “It is now available to pre-order, so I would urge you to book a copy for yourself and for siblings or children who may be living away from home.� On the night of the book launch, there will also be an opportunity to ‘meet and greet’ with parishioners, while refreshments will be served, entertainment provided by local musicians and the book will be on sale.

Family Fun Day – Saturday On Saturday, August 13, a Family Fun Day will be held at Clover Park, Rahara, and Homecoming Buffet, which will take place from 1 pm to 4 pm and from 8.30 pm to 10

Pictured at the recent launch of the Rahara Homecoming Festival were Patrick Connolly, Carol Connaughton, Cllr. Laurence Fallon, Liam Donnelly, Kathleen McDonnell and Carmel Gacquin. Picture: Andrew Fox

pm respectively. Clover Park, with a very varied and interesting past, provides a fitting historical venue for the day’s proceedings. “Back in the early past of the last century, pony races took place in the Clover Park field,� Luke Donnelly, a member of the organising committee and the PRO of Rahara Rovers FC, said. “Later on then, during the War of Independence, the IRA trained their Volunteers there.� During the 1930s and ‘40s, Paddy Groarke, an All-Ireland-winning longdistance runner, trained at Clover Park. He competed throughout Europe and

was from Carrowkeel at Rahara. “There was also an athletics club based at Rahara,� Mr. Donnelly said. “It had a very notable sportsday every year.� He also explained that, in 1946, a very famous Rahara tug-of-war team won the All-Ireland title, and the park was their training base. “Then, in 1998, myself and a few other lads set up a soccer club at Rahara (Rahara Rovers),� Mr Donnelly said. “Because of the historical significance and the sporting achievements in the past, we thought it was fitting that we would have

the centenary celebrations there,� Mr. Donnelly added. The Homecoming Buffet will be held in the marquee at the school. Afterwards, at 10 pm, a local band, ‘Vinegar Bill’, will perform.

Sunday – Mass and tour of old cemetery A cemetery Mass, a tour of the old cemetery and a farewell party will comprise Sunday’s programme of the Rahara Homecoming. Fr. Ray Milton will celebrate the Mass in the Church in Rahara at 2 pm.

Speaking at the launch of the festival, Fr. Milton praised the signatories of the Proclamation and all those involved in the Rising. At 4 pm, Willie Gacquin, a member of the organising committee, will conduct the tour of the old cemetery nearby. “We will take a look at the recorded history of the parish of Rahara,� Fr. Milton said. “We can do that very easily by being in the cemetery, where you have a parish church where you can go backwards and forwards and have a sense of a longer span of history.� The cemetery is steeped in history, he said.

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St Mary’s National School is situated at the picturesque village of Knockcroghery. We are a mainstream school with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) unit attached. At present, we have 152 pupils on roll, with 21 members of staff. Construction works are ongoing. We are in the process of building two further classrooms and a resource room due to be open in September. We are very proud of our many achievements this year, including the awarding of the Blue Star programme flag and the Active School Flag; completion of our Anti-Bullying programme; year one of the Gaelbhratach; and year one of the Energy Awareness Green Flag. Several of our pupils have received awards for art, essay writing and sporting skills. Our quiz and sporting teams have upheld

our long running tradition of reaching major finals and this year our girls won the county title in rounders for the first time. One of our pupils also came first in the county hurling skills competition. This year was also a significant year historically as we celebrated the centenary of the 1916 Rising with a dramatisation of characters from 1916 and a flag raising ceremony. Our ASD unit has been open since 2007 and is a wonderful asset to our school and local community. Through integration, our children have developed a greater understanding of children with special needs. Children in our sunflower rooms are taught key life skills in parallel with the curriculum. The school year is now drawing to a close and we are looking forward to welcoming back current and new pupils in September 2016.

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set in idyllic surrounds in the heart of Rahara with spacious playing areas around it. I was met at the door by principal, Ruth Costello, who gave me the tour and looked back over the academic year with pride. She said: “Most schools are winding down for the holidays around now but we’re still going! We never stop here and next Wednesday we’re putting on a

show in Culleen Hall in Knockcroghery.” The show is called ‘Invasion from planet Zorgan’ and is completely inclusive with each of the 25 students given a part and the whole community invited to watch at 7 pm. The end of year play will wrap up an extremely busy period for this two-teacher school. The year included sporting wins such as the Camogie Division 4 final win against Ballyforan and academic achievements such as the 9th discover science and maths

award for the school. Sporting and academic greatness is just a part of what this school offers and while Ruth tells me that the school is all about the proud local community, Rahara students have a global outlook too. Students from far-flung places like South Korea, Canada and Australia play and learn happily alongside those from Roscommon. The school is currently working on a green flag for Global Citizenship – Energy and finished in the top 6 in Ireland for the SEAI

‘One Good Idea’. This is certainly a school that’s going places and hopefully many new recruits will join the journey in September. Ruth is joined by her deputy principal, Aoife McGowan, and the students in neat lines as they prepare to say goodbye. Ruth tells me to follow their progress on Facebook, before saying “We love what we do here!” The happy students and walls decorated with various projects had convinced me of that from the moment I arrived.

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t. John’s N.S. is situated in the beautiful

harbour village of Lecarrow and is only 20 minutes from Athlone and Roscommon. It is a two-teacher school which takes great pride in its warm, welcoming, friendly atmosphere and individual attention given to all pupils. We have had many achievements to be proud of over the years. Our school recently reached the finals in the ‘Two-Teacher Schools’ soccer competition held in Donamon. Earlier this month we reached the semi-finals in the County Roscommon Gaelic football league. As well as all our sporting activities the children take great pride in being a Green School. We were recently awarded our Green Flag for litter

and waste. The pupils are also very busy gardening, having planted a variety of vegetables in the school garden. Earlier in May, the senior pupils, parents and staff went to Dublin on their school tour. As part of this tour they visited Leinster House. Senator Terry Leyden was most welcoming and brought them on a tour of the Seanad. They also had the opportunity of listening to and watching the Dáil in session. The pupils, as part of their local history, also wrote poems highlighting the plight of Rinn Dúin Castle. The west wall of this famous medieval castle is in danger of collapsing. Senator David Norris; a world famous Joycean scholar met the pupils and was very impressed with their poems. He read their poems aloud on the steps

of Leinster House with great pomp! Creativity is always encouraged. The pupils thoroughly enjoy art and craft activities. The Junior Room were recent county winners in the National Dairy Council poster competition. Pupils also enjoy music and have performed at the opening of the Easter Parade in Roscommon. The children also have great interest in supporting local charities, particularly Join Our Boys. Tin Whistle, guitar and bodhrán are taught in school and it is evident from their performances both in the school and in public that they enjoy music and singing. St. John’s National School is part of a wonderful community in Lecarrow. We are very proud of our school and look forward to meeting parents of pupils wishing to enrol in September 2016.

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I followed in the footsteps of George and arrived at a field in Carnagh East. Cattle grazing in the field looked at me peacefully, clearly calm and relaxed and enjoying the good weather. They certainly looked centred. A local farmer flew by in a tractor, smiling and waving as he went. Next came a woman in a Toyota Corolla; happy as Larry, not a care in the world. I have to admit, I felt really good at that moment, like I was in touch with something deeper. I had even forgotten about the mountain of work I had left behind on

my desk. Then my phone rang. “Hello,” I whispered sleepily. “Where the hell are you?” barked the boss. “At the centre of Ireland, dude.” “Dude?! Get back here, the girls in the office are convinced there’s something living on your desk.” With that I left the centre of Ireland behind me, and as I pulled out onto the N61 behind a slowmoving lorry, I could feel myself moving further away from my own centre.

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Donal is confident that local economy can continue to grow Kilduff Construction doubles staff levels as demand increases While Kilduff Construction has been in business for over forty years, the Lecarrow-based company has been under the stewardship of Donal Kilduff (36) since 2010. Donal, son of Cllr. Paddy and Teresa Kilduff, graduated with a Degree in Applied Maths and Computing at the University of Limerick. He subsequently obtained a Masters in Project Management. When Paddy Kilduff retired from the company, Donal took over as Managing Director and the popular local man is now driving a company which is experiencing a significant surge in business. “To be honest, we are very excited about the increased demand over the past two years” Donal told the Roscommon People on Wednesday. “Traditionally I suppose Kilduff Construction would have been associated with private house building –and some commercial work – but in recent years we have diversified. Now we do a lot of commercial work, including public sector work. The recession years were very tough but things are improving in

Donal Kilduff pictured at Ballymurray NS on Wednesday evening. Picture: Andrew Fox

the local economy. The level of enquiries and the workload has increased significantly over the last two years.” The surge in business is such that Kilduff Construction has more than doubled its staff. They also establish and manage cross functional teams depending on the specific project

requirements and their work schedule. At the moment, Kilduff Construction is working on a school extension at Ballymurray NS and a large refurbishment project at the Galway Bay Hotel. The company also has a passive house project nearing completion in Athlone town and a number of other small

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tionship with many property management companies and real estate agents and is in much demand for projects involving ongoing repairs on properties. A proud Roscommon man, Donal’s company is a main sponsor to St. Dominic’s GAA. Looking to the future in Roscommon, Donal says that it is imperative that the broadband deficit in this area is addressed. “Roscommon is a fabulous base for small, indigenous industries and businesses, but we need the broadband situation to be addressed. “I would also like to see improved infrastructure in the county. For example we need to see improved access to historical amenities of significance in the county. “Something which I think would be very beneficial for the area and for Ireland as a whole would be if we were to follow in the footsteps of Germany and introduce community-owned Co-operative style renewable energy schemes.” In the meantime, Kilduff Construction remains an example of a successful and resilient local company – and is well positioned to continue to provide employment locally and to make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

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Murray’s Bar in Knockcroghery celebrating 100 years in business I < PAUL HEALY

t’s easily one of County Roscommon’s most famous pubs. It’s certainly one of Ireland’s most renowned GAA pubs. And this week, indeed all this year, Murray’s in Knockcroghery is celebrating a remarkable milestone: 100 years in business! While the celebrations running from Wednesday to Sunday this week are going to be a major highlight of ‘Centenary year’ at the famous family-run pub, there will be further events throughout 2016 as the Murray family and the people of the area commemorate this great milestone in a manner synonymous with Murray’s down through the decades‌through music and song, craic, conversation and camaraderie! John and Etna Murray, the current proprietors, believe that the establishment which is now Murray’s has probably been a pub since as far back as the 18th century. “There’s been a pub in this building for at least 300 yearsâ€? says John. The Murray connection started exactly one hundred years ago. John’s grandfather, John S. Murray, purchased the building in that historic year of 1916. Incidentally, the ‘S’ in John S. Murray stands for ‘Somers.’ John was from Rahara and his grandson reckons he was probably in his forties at

the time of the purchase. John S. Murray had purchased a public house, and would soon develop it into a General Merchants.’ John was married to Susan Walls, a native of Co. Derry, who was a schoolteacher in Scardaun. John S. had served his time as a shop boy in another famous premises, Haughey’s shop in Athleague. After running what was now Murray’s bar for a few years, he expanded. Soon the premises was supplying everything the public needed. It became a drapery, hardware store, wool mechant’s, even an undertaker’s! As the business expanded, so too did the family. John and Susan had ten children –Jimmy (Jamesie), Michael, Maura, Tony, Phelim, Emmet, Malachy, Paddy, Sue and Ollie. Murray’s Bar survived the burning of Knockcroghery by the Black and Tans in 1921, although John S. Murray was beaten and tied up by the attackers. The pub and shop continued to thrive throughout the decades and its entry into legend can of course be directly linked to Roscommon football’s golden era from the late 1930s into the mid 1940s. Jimmy (Jamesie) Murray, son of John and Susan, captained Roscommon to a series of victories, most notably the All-Ireland Senior Football suc-

Murray’s, June 17th 1951.

cesses in 1943 and ’44. His brother, Phelim, also starred. The bar window in Murray’s became a focal point with the Sam Maguire Cup on display! The ball from the 1944 final was hung over the counter – and remains there to this day. Jimmy Murray took over the business from his father in the 1950s, having served his time in Molloy’s of Main Street, Roscommon. Jimmy married Ann Costello, then a schoolteacher in Mount Plunkett, and a native of Headford, Co. Galway. They had five children – John, Michael, Mary, Susan and Jimmy. Jimmy Murray’s huge profile arising from his GAA exploits – along with the general popularity of the family –continued the success story. On a practical level, Murray’s was catering for the needs of its customers, and on

a social level it was a friendly place to visit, with the pub an immensely popular venue for locals and visitors alike. Knockcroghery was a thriving village with several shops and bars, a chemist, a butcher, a bicycle shop and two fuel outlets. Murray’s pub was in many ways the heartbeat of the community, synonymous with football, music and good porter! The bar was frequented by some great characters down the years. Jimmy’s GAA feats, which he was always very modest about, brought the pub to national and even international attention. It became the norm for sports personalities and celebrities from all walks of life to call to the famous Jimmy Murray’s of Knockcroghery. Ordinary GAA folk from every county of Ireland flocked to the pub

and Jimmy himself was always in great demand. Over the years Jimmy and his family adorned the walls with photographs of great teams and press cuttings and the premises became something of a GAA shrine. John Murray, Jimmy’s son, effectively took over the premises in 1982, although his parents remained very much involved. John and his wife Etna now run the premises. They have three children – Claire, James and Ann Marie. Jimmy and Ann Murray are both now deceased. In this historic year of 2016, this great pub prepares to celebrate 100 years in business. The Murray family would like to thank all their customers and neighbours and friends for their support and invite everyone to join in their centenary celebrations.

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Murray’s Bar, Knockcroghery ... celebrating 100 years Congratulations to Murray’s Bar from

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urray’s Centenary celebrations are running from Wednesday, 22nd of June to Sunday, 26th of June inclusive (there will be further events later in year). Last night (Wednesday) ‘Blast from the Past’ featured a nostalgic trip down

memory lane with some of the barmen and barwomen who have worked in the renowned Knockcroghery premises. Thursday, 23rd of June: ‘The Fire of ‘21’ will feature a talk on the 95th anniversary of the Burning of Knockcroghery. The talk will be hosted by local

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historian, Jim Ganly. It all starts at 8.30 pm. Friday, 24th of June: ‘Lord of the Rings’ from 8.30 pm will see a welcome return of the popular ‘rings’ game which was long associated with Murray’s and other pubs in the region. Please come along and show your skills! There will be a Sing-

along on the night from around 9.30 pm onwards. Singing and music has always been associated with this landmark pub. Saturday, 25th of June: It’s the big event! Celebrate 100 years of Murray’s trading with the party to end all parties. Defcon 4 will provide the music and there will be

About the family… The proprietors of Murray’s bar in Knockcroghery are John and Etna Murray. John is son of the late Jimmy and Ann Murray. He has two brothers and two sisters. They are Michael (Dublin), Mary (Knockcroghery), Susan (Galway) and Jimmy (Dublin).

A sincere thank you The Murray family wish to thank everyone who has supported them over the past one hundred years! Thanks are extended to William Keane, Thomas Murray and Mary Dwyer for all their work on organising the centenary festivities. The Murray family are inviting everyone to share in their celebrations over the coming days.

refreshments on the night. The festivities start from 9.30 pm, but come along at any time! Sunday, 26th of June: The weekend will wind down with a ‘trad session’ which will feature many special guests as all involved celebrate the great link between music, song and Murray’s pub!

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t never really changes. Murray’s Bar. That’s a good thing. When you step into Murray’s Bar in Knockcroghery you are in the present, but you are drawn to the past. The place is like a spiritual home of Roscommon football. Over the years, it became a shrine to the epic feats of the Roscommon footballers in the 1940s. It helped that the host was that most modest of men, the great Jimmy Murray, a man whose easy charm was complimented by the warmth and friendliness of the entire Murray family. It’s not all about the football. Murray’s has also been synonymous with song and dance, with the very rhythm of life in Knockcroghery and Roscommon. Generations of families have frequented the pub and the great shop, in its heydey an all-purpose ‘General Merchants’. Murray’s, in its current guise, has been at the centre of life in the community for one hundred years. The walls speak of his-

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tory, of great GAA battles, of heroes and legends. With its unrivalled GAA pedigree, its cultural and community role through the decades, and its contribution to the gaiety of the county and its people, Murray’s has a special place in many hearts. I’m sitting in a room in the private house, just a few feet from the great bar itself. It’s Monday, and there are four or five men at the bar counter. John Murray, who had been working as a carpenter in Murray’s in Athleague, was drawn back to the family business in 1982. He’s been running the pub ever since. Of course for many years after 1982 his father, Jimmy, was still very much ‘front of house.’ John even dates his own involvement back much further. “I would have been about ten years of age when I pulled my first pint! In fact when I was aged seven (in 1965) my job was to cut up portions of ice cream for the fridge in the shop!” That shop was every bit as important, probably more important for many years, as the pub beside it. Jimmy Murray took over running the premises in the 1950s. His father, John S. Murray, who bought the

Johnny Johnston and Declan Coyne enjoying a pint in the fine weather outside Murray’s.

business in 1916, died in 1959. The shop was an allpurpose premises which stocked everything and anything. John remembers the first time they got milk into the shop. “My father said to me – ‘if your grandfather came back and saw that milk was being bought here he wouldn’t believe it.’ My father said the same thing when we started selling potatoes!” Self-sufficiency was still how many people lived their lives, but Murray’s General Merchants was proving to be a key presence in the village. Meanwhile, the pub had become a popular venue for locals. Singsongs were popular, the old squeeze-

box provided the music. Rings and darts were common games which were played in Murray’s, and playing cards – then and now – was always popular. Murray’s really arrived on the map after Roscommon’s All-Ireland wins in 1943 and ’44, with Jimmy Murray captain on both occasions. In the decades that followed, the bar became a favoured location for ordinary fans and great GAA figures. John and his wife Etna recall numerous GAA personalities calling, including Mick O’Dwyer, Brian Mullins, Colm O’Rourke, Seamus Darby, Joe Cooney, Mick Lyons, Micheal O’Hehir, Micheal O’Muircheartaigh,

Jimmy Magee, as well as hundreds of other players from counties all over Ireland. Politicians, including several Taoisigh, have also visited the famous bar, as have celebrities from the world of music and acting. They include the great Elvis Costello. Eddie Kehir’s father, an Oran native, was a regular caller. Several television and radio programmes have been presented from the premises. John Murray: “I remember Frank Hall calling in at one stage in the 1980s. He had just finished ‘Hall’s Pictorial Weekly’ and he had a new programme, where he went around to different places. He liked our place and suggested doing a programme from here. So for the craic, he got a few locals to take part in a whiskey tasting competition. To be honest, they knew about as much about whiskey types as a dog about a holiday!”

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t’s around twentyseven years since I first interviewed the late Jimmy Murray in his pub. It was the first of many interviews I did with him. Sitting across from John now, one is struck by the physical Continued on next page –>

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Continued from previous page –> resemblance between son and father. Some of the mannerisms are similar too! Inevitably, we get around to talking about the Roscommon legend. Jimmy ran the premises with his wife, Ann, from around the 1950s onwards. Jimmy’s nature was to avoid the limelight, but he was a resident celebrity in the village, sought out by strangers who became friends. Given his profile, it was hardly surprising that both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael approached Jimmy about running for the Dáil. He declined. John quips: “I used to say he should have gone for it and I might have had an easy seat after he retired!” Meanwhile, the premises became an unofficial GAA museum, with memorabilia everywhere. John says it was never planned. “A guy from the Irish Press used to send my father great photographs. That’s how it started. My father stuck the photos on the wall from the very beginning and it just developed.”

Etna adds that Jimmy kept newspaper cuttings and scrapbooks, and the family also have videos of singing sessions and memorable occasions over the years. Year in, year out, people called to Murray’s to see Jimmy and chat to him about the great matches of the past. The ball from the 1944 final was itself an attraction, hanging from the ceiling behind the counter. I wondered if Jimmy was asked for AllIreland tickets, and John laughs in reply. “He was pestered with requests for AllIreland tickets! I think they thought we were printing them here!” In response, Jimmy always did his best on the GAA’s own version of the ‘loaves and fishes.’ That 1944 ball famously survived a fire in 1990, just as the entire premises survived when the village was set on fire by the Black and Tans in 1921. In 1990, John’s brother, Michael, raised the alarm when fire broke out behind the bar counter in the middle of the night. The immediate area was gutted, and while some stuff was lost, the

ball from the 1944 AllIreland final survived. The next day was a Sunday, and Roscommon trounced Meath in a National Football League game in Kiltoom. Supporters filed into Murray’s on the way home – through a back door – and while there was no draught Guinness, due to the fire, there were lots of bottles to consume!

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ne hundred years have gone by. Although only 58, John Murray remembers when “asses and carts” were parked outside the pub. Times changed, although the quaint and old-style Murray’s changed little enough. The lounge was extended, there’s a pool table now, the shop closed in recent years, but the atmospheric bar remains as it has been for a long time. The industry however has changed. John Murray says the decline of pubs can be traced back to changes in drink-driving laws. Most of all, “cheap drink” in shops is threatening the future of traditional pubs, he says. The Murray family are delighted that Murray’s

pub has reached this great milestone: one hundred years trading as Murray’s. John and Etna say that they have made great friends over the years. The pubs may be quieter than in the past, but they still have great characters coming in. Great characters, many now gone to their reward, have always been associated with Murray’s. They include local musicians/singers like Mary Staunton, Sean Garvey and Sean Mone, and RTE’s Donncha Ó Dúlaing. John insists he’s not emotional about the centenary, but he loves the friendships that were formed and he’s clearly proud of the milestone. Jimmy Murray, who died in 2007 (predeceased by his wife Ann in 1992) would have celebrated his 100th birthday on May 5th, 2017, had he lived to then. I ask John if Jimmy would be emotional this week, if he was still with us. “No, I don’t think Jimmy would have been emotional either. The only thing that might have made him emotional would have been if Roscommon won another All-Ireland!”

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Knockcroghery forges ahead in a changing Ireland BATTY O’BRIEN ON CRICKET, CHARACTERS AND…KNIFE SHARPENERS < DAN DOONER

The directions were spot-on and I arrived at the gate as the postman was filling the old metallic US Post box attached to it. Beyond the gate there was a slightly overgrown driveway leading up to one of the most splendidly unusual houses I had ever seen. Made of blue corrugated metal, it stood apart from its surroundings, while also strangely fitting in. Well-known former publican Batty O’Brien, who was 59 last birthday, answered the door as I fumbled around for a notebook. “Ah you made it! Did you get lost?” came the greeting. I had barely made it inside when he started telling me a story from the Knockcroghery of his youth. “You have to use your imagination now,” he began. “There used to be a travelling knife sharpener and he’d flip the bike over and attach a stone disc to the wheel…” Batty demonstrated with his arms. “My job would be to spin the pedal and my father, Hubert’s butcher knives would be sharpened.” Batty couldn’t remember the man’s name but told me there were many “journey men” like him who travelled throughout the countryside looking for work and they’d sometimes turn up at his father’s butcher

shop in the village. Batty assured me that his schooldays in the village also contained their own highlights: “Our headmaster was big into the FCA and every summer he’d go off to camp and his son, Lochlann – who was an artist – would take over our class for two weeks. In the morning he’d organise cricket and we’d play up until lunchtime right? Then in the afternoon he might decide to do art and that was our day! Sure he might decide to teach us rugby or cricket for the day and it’s those kinds of things that form a child.” Batty clearly had very fond memories of national school and his formative years in the village. His home is dotted with pieces of art, some his own work and some given to him by friends. Unusual and unique, the pieces suit the home and add to its character. There’s no time to ponder the weird and wonderful creations however as Batty soon has us back in the village of his youth. He describes the scene: “Sounds are important…I remember when I’d wake up and hear the sound of the forge – across the road was George Coyle’s forge – and on Saturdays when there was no school that was the place to congregate to watch the action. You’ve men, you’ve horses, you’ve metal, fire and I remember watching George making a horseshoe from start to finish.” Batty reminded me that this was before the days of health and safety. “Some days he’d let the kids bang the metal with the hammer and it was fascinating to watch that.” One story leads to another and more daring acts from the village blacksmith, Batty continues: “There was a friend of mine called Timothy Nash, who one summer came home from Manchester to see his cousins. Now Timothy had this massive wart on his hand right? And somebody convinced Timothy that George could burn the wart, and George said that it wouldn’t hurt that much and he’d burn it off. Anyway, we all assembled and Timothy – brave man right? – George put

A young Batty O’Brien and his mother, Elizabeth, reading Enid Blyton books.

his hand on the anvil and got a bit of molten metal and put it on the wart. Now I’ll never forget it, Timothy screamed and fainted, and we f***** ran. I’ll never forget that, Timothy came around anyway and the wart was gone. About a decade ago I met Timothy in the village one night and he said he’d never forget the craic in the forge, he said the scar was still there but the wart was gone!” It was watching things being made that led to Batty taking an interest in crafts and making things himself. School was about getting grades and getting by and getting out. The conversation stays with authority for the moment as Batty remembers another great story: “There were three full-time policemen right – I wondered why – but there was a sergeant and two guards. Now, there was no crime, well, except once. There was an elderly lady and one night she drove to Mass, then Mass was over and she walked home. She had forgot that she had driven in the first place. So anyway, she went home to her house and she saw no car at her house. The poor woman was convinced that her car – it was a white Escort – was stolen and word went around the village. The rumours were ‘Jesus there’s a crime in Knockcroghery, Mrs. Tierney’s car was stolen!’ So there was a big police investigation and an hour later someone noticed the white Escort up at the church. That was big news in the village!” Global news at times brought a sense of danger to Knockcroghery as Batty recalls: “Remember in the film ‘The Butcher Boy’ during the Cuban Missile Crisis when the women in the shop thought the world was going to end? Well in our shop at home it was the same thing, they were convinced Armageddon was on the way. That night it was a longer Rosary than usual – we had the Rosary in the house anyway – but whatever happened the world didn’t end!” I had been there for almost an hour and we still hadn’t touched upon the “Rock ‘n’ Roll years” of bars and nightspots as Batty described them. He did touch on a topical issue however – membership of the EU – saying that while the village has changed since “joining the EEC”, most of the changes have been for the better. Before I left he showed me an old photograph of himself and his mother, Elizabeth, reading Enid Blyton books and that, along with the wonderful stories he had shared with me, made me question whether all of the changes had indeed been for the best. I pulled out off the overgrown drive and left Batty, a man who fondly remembers the old village of Knockcroghery – warts and all – behind.

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Roscommon town goes country crazy! Midsummer’s Day With the Stars on Sunday – events all weekend < MIRIAM KERINS

We’re keepin’ it country here in Roscommon this weekend with the town once again playing host to the ever-popular annual Midsummer’s Day with the Stars; as Ireland’s largest open-air country music festival takes place on Sunday 26th June; and, with a star-studded line-up, the Roscommon Racecourse is guaranteed to be the hottest ticket in town! Among some of the country’s biggest acts taking part are Nathan Carter, Mike Denver, Patrick Feeney, Jimmy Buckley, Derek Ryan, Lisa McHugh, Robert Mizzell, Jim Devine, Declan Nerney, Johnny Brady, Eamon Jackson, Lee Matthews, Shane Ownes, Gerry Guthrie, and of course ‘Hit

the Diff’ sensation, Mr Marty Moane. Fans and visitors to the town can expect a one-of-akind experience. Top of the bill at this year’s event, and kick-starting the party will be none other than that amazing giant of country music, that seasoned superstar, the one, the only King of Country, Big Tom McBride in person; guaranteeing this festival as the largest event of its kind in the country. Fans can get a chance to wish the gentle giant, whose smash hits have been a constant in our charts down the decades, a very happy 80th birthday and show him their appreciation that he has chosen to grace Roscommon county with his unique talents and with what is set to be an exclusive performance.

Roscommon Chamber members joined up with concert promoter Joe Finnegan this week to launch the Midsummer’s Day with the Stars and the weekend-long Country Music Festival. Pictured are Cáit Gleeson, Joe Finnegan, Caitlín McConn, Sean Mahon and Rita Oates at the launch of Midsummer’s Day with the Stars at the Roscommon Racecourse. Picture: Andrew Fox

With attendees and visitors expected from across Ireland, this year’s event is getting even bigger with the festival extended in order that revellers can enjoy a weekend wonderland allowing fans to come together, with local pubs, clubs, restaurants,

coffee shops, hotels, B&Bs, shops, boutiques and businesses enjoying the opportunity to showcase their services, facilities and entertainment to revellers as they join together and share their love and adoration of country music.

In addition, in order to enhance the fans’ experience, acknowledge their passion, attachment and dedication, and to thank them for choosing lovely Roscommon, the venue will lay on specially designated family fun activities to include

a kiddies’ play and picnic area, with hospitality suites housing bars and restaurants, and, free camping and parking facilities on site…yes, you read it correctly, we did say free! Now what other music festival offers such complimentary services?

‘Roscommon is the big one’ – Denver < MIRIAM KERINS

Everything is coming up roses for country music star Mike Denver who is riding on the crest of his success. The friendly Portumna local is all set for this weekend’s massive open-air country music festival, Midsummer’s Day with the Stars and can’t wait to perform at the Roscommon Racecourse this Sunday. “It’s going to be a great day, the sun is going to shine and it’s all going to be lovely…this is the big one. It’s great to take part in it and you’re playing to a different audience. I’m

looking forward to it” says the man who has an obvious passion, not just for his music but also for his audience. This iconic festival – which has now become as much a part of summer life in Roscommon as footing turf – will have music-lovers genuinely struggling to find a better way to spend their weekend. It will open up a window of exposure and opportunity for performers, as well as for revellers and visitors to the town who’ll get to enjoy their favourite acts as well as hear and play to a wider audience; effectively influ-

encing and inspiring a whole batch of future fans and followers; something that genuinely excites Mike. “It’s great. You get to perform to the younger generation; kids who come along with their families and you get to meet lots of people.” Celebrating 13 years on the road, former plumber and bar worker Mike believes that even though country music has always been huge in Ireland, “it’s now getting much bigger because the industry is getting more exposure on TV.” And, while it’s clear he loves his job, with the only downside being

the driving, he good-humouredly, “I do all the driving, that’s the hard part. It’s not as ‘glam’ as you might think;” Mike promises to thrill his audience with plenty of old favourites. In addition, hard-working and dedicated as ever, when Mike, who has performed and toured with the legendary Crystal Gayle and George Jones, finishes his performance on Sunday, he’s back behind the wheel to drive to the Shearwater Hotel in Ballinasloe to take to the stage for a Sunday night appearance ahead of his popular Portugal gigs which take place from 2nd to 9th October.

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Midsummer ‘s Day with the STARS

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Festival is set to bring big benefits to businesses < MIRIAM KERINS

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A crucial element and advocate for community, business and enterprise in Roscommon is the local Chamber of Commerce; and its President, Mr. Sean Mahon of Mahon Sweeney Solicitors is absolutely thrilled to be involved in this year’s Midsummer’s Day with the Stars open-air country music festival and all of its festivities; especially as it will mean those businesses involved will get the unique chance to not just serve local clients and customers but also, to showcase their services to visitors and revellers from across the country. As the Roscommon Chamber of Commerce has made it its priority to develop and encourage the economic growth of the town’s business people and their services, it’s obvious that the connections and networks that will surely be generated through this weekend of fun will grow in importance as it’s set to

ensure visitors as well as financial growth. In order to promote and highlight the many attributes Roscommon town has to offer, Sean is keen to embrace the whole Country ‘n’ Western vibe, saying “First and foremost, we’re expecting approximately five thousand people to visit the town to spend their money this weekend with country music fans travelling to meet their favourite bands who are both nationally and locally recognised.” He adds: “The country and western music fans will travel to see their favourite bands (performing at the racecourse), and bands playing in town are local county bands and they’ll give performances for people visiting the pubs and venues who have made a very special effort to put on entertainment. These bands and singers will be recognised locally, with some being recognised nationally too. We are bringing people to the town who may not have visited before. We’re

hoping they’ll come back and we see this weekend as another opportunity to showcase the town and all it has to offer.” And, in order to make sure that nobody misses out on this fantastic pot pourri of entertainment – events that, as Mr. Mahon says, will give the

town “a festival feel,” here is an example of what’s happening in your area. On Friday, June 24th there will be a ‘Country & Social Dancing Night’ at Carthy’s Porterhouse on Castle Street in Roscommon town. Doors open: 9 pm. Master jiving class on

the night from 9.30 pm to 10.30 pm, with Colin Butler and Gerry Miley, promising something for both the novice and the more advanced; followed by live music with Stuart Moyles, who’s currently Nathan Carter’s warm-up act. (See more on page 48).

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Carthy’s ‘This is a great day out’ – Feeney Porterhouse & Guest Accommodation

Country & Social Dancing Night at Carthy’s Porterhouse, Castle St, Roscommon On Friday, 24th June Doors open: 9pm

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Who promise something for the Novice or more Advanced, followed by live music with Stuart Moyles dancing til late.

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Patrick Feeney – part-sweetheart, part-country star!

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Patrick Feeney is a big, delicious sweetie, and this has nothing to do with the fact he began his career as a marketing executive with chocolate giant Cadbury Ireland; it’s a lot to do with the fact he’s a lively, friendly, approachable, warm guy whom at only 33-years-old, can actually be described as a true veteran when it comes to the world of country music. Starting out at only fourteenyears-old, young Patrick’s career got off to a flying start when he began playing to audiences at local gigs. However, a back-up career beckoned and this clever Sligo entertainer completed his

degree in Sales and Marketing, securing a job up in the big shmoke; but Cadbury’s loss is Roscommon’s gain, as Patrick explains, his passion lay elsewhere. Realising he was more than a little bit country than city, the then 20-year-old bid a fond farewell to the bright lights of Dublin, gave up the steady job and took up his Stetson because ironically he laughs, he “hated the travel,” up and down the country; and set his sights firmly on a career in the entertainment industry. And so, as this Sunday, popular Patrick takes to the stage for his much-anticipated performance at the Midsummer’s Day with

the Stars event, the Sligo man is in fine form. “This is a great event, it’s going year in year out and this year it’s even bigger than ever.There will be all age groups taking to the stage together and all age groups attending; it’s a big family day out,” says the hit-maker who enjoys touring around with his five-piece band. He “doesn’t mind the travelling now,” he says, as he is so passionate about performing and cannot wait to take to the stage this weekend, adding “this event is the highlight of the year and the likes of the Late Late Show (country special) has given the whole scene a great lift; I’m really looking forward to it.”

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This weekend, Carthy’s Porterhouse in Roscommon town will play host to a feast of music starting on Friday evening with Stuart Moyles and continuing on Saturday night with Brian Lawlor. Since the launch of his first album in 2013 Stuart Moyles’ career has gone from strength to strength. Having been around music from a young age and served his time in several bands Stuart is no stranger to the stage. Over the past couple of years the popular Mayo singer has played on music weekends and concerts for the likes of Nathan Carter and Michael English and is constantly in demand for live gigs and is recording and receiving radio airplay on a regular basis. Stuart is looking forward to playing in Carthy’s Porterhouse in Roscommon town tomorrow evening (Friday, June 24th). Saturday night’s performer, Brian Lawlor, entered the Irish country music scene in 2013 when he appeared on TG4’s Glor Tire alongside Mike Denver. Soon after, he released his first album, which featured songs like ‘Good News’, ‘Like My Dog’ and the George Strait classic ‘Amarillo By Morning’. His song choices and performance style are both heavily influenced by his time in Tennessee and Texas, where he lived for ten years. Known for his cowboy hat, boots

and clean vocal twang, he presents an honest authenticity on stage, prompting Charlie McGettigan to call him “The real deal.” In 2014 Brian was awarded the Leinster Entertainment Award for Newcomer of the Year and went on to join a range of shows around the country, including several appearances with one of his musical heroes,

American country artist Collin Raye. While his album features a blend of old and new country along with a bluegrass tune, at his live shows Brian keeps the dance floor hopping. He’s currently gearing up for a show for Saturday at Carty’s Porterhouse to coincide with the Midsummer’s Weekend With The Stars festival. (Advertorial).

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Shannonside Country Music Festival

Midsummer ‘s Day with the STARS

Popular promoter to welcome top stars to Roscommon < MIRIAM KERINS

This weekend, Roscommon’s undisputed ‘King of the Airwaves’ meets the undisputed ‘Kings of Country’ as housewives’ favourite Mr. Joe Finnegan, proving there’s no show like a Joe show, will be absolutely bursting with pride as the cream of the crop of country music rolls into town for Midsummer’s Day with the Stars. “I’m very proud of it. I’m delighted that a small town like Roscommon is hosting this event and the fact that I live here makes me even prouder,” said the popular promoter. Ah yes, it’s true, this

take to the big stage at the Roscommon Racecourse this Sunday. In addition, as RTE celebrates Ireland’s coolest cult this Friday, broadcasting The Irish Country Music Awards with wee Daniel hosting the show live, Joe’s excitement was palpable. “Country music is huge in this country and with the RTE event going out live, we’ve tied ours in with that. We’re expecting a huge contingent from the USA too and we’re also expecting visitors from Scandinavia to the town because Irish country music is hugely popular in Scandinavia” enthused Joe, who works tirelessly

‘We’ve got the big names, and this is the biggest one of the year and I’m so proud we’re holding it here in Roscommon’ whole event, which began as a one-day affair, has now, happily, got bigger than Dolly Parton’s hair, and grown exponentially, morphing into a weekend wonderland with the likes of the legend that is Big Tom, Nathan Carter, Mike Denver, Patrick Feeney and lots, lots more of Ireland’s favourite stars, each one instrumental in defining this unique genre as they prepare to

along with his radio station Shannonside Northern Sound to promote this major event. He added: “Many of our well-known country music names take off to perform in Scandinavia once or twice a year and we’re expecting a wide demographic audience from anywhere between the ages of 17 to 75-year-olds heading to Roscommon town this weekend…and

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Roscommon Chamber members joined up with concert promoter Joe Finnegan this week to launch the Midsummer’s Day with the Stars and the weekend-long Country Music Festival. Pictured are Cáit Gleeson, Joe Finnegan, Caitlín McConn and Rita Oates at the launch of Midsummer’s Day with the Stars at the Roscommon Racecourse. Picture: Andrew Fox

do you know what? I was told there’s not a bed left in Roscommon for the weekend; that’s how popular it is” said a delighted Joe, who has been promoting music for a quarter of a century. At this stage, given the shortage of beds, it’s pertinent to mention that it’s just as well there are free camping facilities set aside especially for this weekend, with Joe explaining last year’s event saw no less than around 85 camper vans on site on the Saturday with over 100 setting up camp

on the Sunday. With this year’s added attraction being what Mr. Finnegan describes as “the doyen of country music,” Big Tom himself taking to the stage, those free spots will be at a premium. Among the other perks and courtesies being extended to die-hard fans and visitors to the town this weekend will be a variety of special discounts and offers available at participating stores, pubs and restaurants, etc. Ticket holders are advised to present their festival tickets to business premises/

stores/restaurants/coffee shops, etc., upon arrival, and enquire with them regarding any specific special offers they may be offering. With country music now being enjoyed by more people than ever – sure who cares if Dublin managed to get Ri Ri earlier this week – the fact is, the Rossies have nabbed Big Tom and Co. to perform in the town! As broadcast giant Joe says, “We’ve got the big names, and this is the biggest one of the year and I’m so proud we’re holding it here in Roscommon.”

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J. Wagner on stage at JJ’s this Saturday night This Saturday at JJ Harlow’s, The Square, Roscommon, J. Wagner will take to the stage accompanied by Isaac Tabor. Wagner is currently touring Ireland and this is a performance not to be missed. Hailing from Austin, Texas, J. Wagner has had an interesting life. Raised in the deserts of New Mexico and onetime Park Ranger of Joshua Tree National Park, Wagner often draws his lyrics from the desert landscape. His song ‘If I Go, I’m Goin’’ has been covered by country artist, Bart Crow, by the Denver Symphony Orchestra and also appears on season four of hit American TV show, Californication. There’s no doubting the man’s talents as a singer/songwriter and his acoustic sounds will fit the cozy, ‘old-timey’ surrounds of JJ’s perfectly. If that’s not enough, come back on Sunday evening for the wonderful Patricia Lane and Anthony McDermott. Grab a drink, sit back and ease back into the week. This weekend JJ’s is the only place to be for live music and wide selection of craft beers.

Beyond the Pale and live in Roscommon Phillip Donnelly will appear in JC Doorly’s Bar, Roscommon town on Thursday, June 23rd (tonight) 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 tonight (June 23rd) and Daly’s Lounge in Boyle next Saturday (June 25th).

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(Below) Pictured at 30th anniversary celebrations in Divilly’s Bar, Glenamaddy on Saturday night last were Althea Whyte and Catherine Collins.

The last Sunday evening of the month has arrived yet again so after Midsummer’s Day with the Stars has finished, why not pop along to PJ’s in Castlecoote village for a great evening’s entertainment. It’s this Sunday night! Also, the Tuesday night music session continues to get bigger and better. Come along and enjoy the great atmosphere!

Pictured at 30th anniversary celebrations in Divilly’s Bar, Glenamaddy on Saturday night last were Annette Keegan and Noreen Cunningham. (Above) Pictured at 30th anniversary celebrations in Divilly’s Bar, Glenamaddy on Saturday night last were Anna Fahey and Sinéad Ryan.

Pictured at 30th anniversary celebrations in Divilly’s Bar, Glenamaddy on Saturday night last were Deirdre Fahey and Kevin Keaveney.

Pictured at 30th anniversary celebrations in Divilly’s Bar, Glenamaddy on Saturday night last were Mary O’Regan, Adrian O’Regan, Breda Comer, Marilyn and Joe Divilly.

Legendary Andy Irvine at the Arts Centre Legendary Irish singer and songwriter Andy Irvine will perform at Roscommon Arts Centre on Saturday, 9th of July at 8 pm. With his impressive repertoire of Irish traditional songs and Balkan dance tunes, Andy creates an exciting new fusion of Irish and world music in an evening of music that is simply not to be missed. Having travelled the world with bands such as ‘Sweeney’s Men’, ‘Patrick Street’, ‘Planxty’, and more recently ‘Mozaik’, Andy continues to pursue new combinations and styles of music. He has broadened

his musical horizons over the course of his forty-year career to encompass the musical styles of countries he visits, such as the Balkan folk style of playing.

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Connacht Fleadh Ceoil

(Strokestown - 24th June - 3rd July)

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Strokestown set to stage Fleadh Cheoil Chonnacht 2016 A huge buzz has been generated in Strokestown this week as the town prepares to stage the Fleadh Cheoil Chonnacht 2016. While the actual provincial final is being held over the course of the next two weekends – June 25/26 and July 2/3 – a festival of events is being run from today (Thursday) to the concluding night on Sunday, July 3rd. Quizzes, dancing competitions, culture and heritage events and youth sessions: these are some of the array of items on the ‘menu’ over the ten days. In the competitive events over the two weekends, 4,000 to 5,000 people are set to take part, who will be watched by up to 8,000 spectators. The Connacht Fleadh was last held in Strokestown in 1986, so staging it for the first time in 30 years has

created wonderful excitement. “Percy French hotel and Westgate House (bed and breakfast), they are all booked out,” Patricia Rogers, the secretary of the Connacht Fleadh committee, said. “Even further outside the town and in Tarmonbarry. “Every house that is in Strokestown has let their rooms!” Roscommon County Council has funded the event; local businesses have also provided support; the community have rallied around the event. “We got sponsorship from all the businesses in the town,” Ms Rogers. “We have had loads of functions and bucket collections and all kinds of things leading up to it – an American tea party, fundraising events. “It will be nice for the people to get getting something back as well.”

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Pictured at the launch of the Connacht Fleadh Cheoil in the Percy French Hotel were members of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (CCÉ), Connacht and Strokestown Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Connacht Fleadh Ceoil

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(Strokestown - 24th June - 3rd July)

24th June, 2016 3rd July, 2016 Thursday, 23rd June:

Exhibition of Culture and Heritage ......................................................................................... Strokestown Library

Friday, 24th June:

Bilingual Quiz at 10pm .................................................................................................. Tom Hanly Pub, Strokestown

Saturday, 25th June:

Dancing Competitions .......................................................................................... Strokestown Community Centre

Sunday, 26th June:

Dancing Competitions .......................................................................................... Strokestown Community Centre

Tuesday, 28th June:

Youth Session, led by aspiring young musicians from CCE at 8pm ........................................ The Central Bar

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Wednesday, 29th June: An Evening with Percy French and Turlough O’Carolan through Music and Song at 8pm (€5 Adm) ........................................................................ The Percy French Hotel Thursday, 30th June:

1916 - 2016 Centenary Lecture by Jim Ganly followed by Roscommon Solstice Choir with 1916 themed material at 8pm (€5 Adm) .................................................................... The Percy French Hotel

Friday, 1st July:

Official Opening at 7pm Ard Ollamh na Fleadh Connacht 2016 Gala Dinner at 8pm. Recipient: Paddy Ryan Oifigeach Ceoil Comhaltas Ceoiltoirí Éireann and Shannonside FM broadcaster. Tickets €20. Session trail throughout the Pubs ................................................................ The Percy French Hotel

Saturday, 2nd July:

Competitions 10am (start). Gig Rig 5pm - 9pm ...................................................... Scoil Mhuire, Strokestown 10pm Session trail throughout the Pubs ............................................................................ The Percy French Hotel

Sunday, 3rd July:

Competitions 10am (start). Gig Rig 4pm - 7pm including Senior Ceili Band winners at 6pm approx. Farewell sessions throughout the town ......................................................................... Scoil Mhuire Strokestown

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Connacht Fleadh Ceoil Deputy

Eugene Murphy welcomes everyone to Strokestown for Connacht Fleadh 2016 and hope they have an enjoyable time Constituency office 071 9633000 open Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm in Elphin Street, Strokestown

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Event is ‘great boost’ for Strokestown < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Emmett Corcoran, a member of Strokestown Traders’ Association, has

said that the forthcoming Fleadh Cheoil Chonnacht 2016 promises to be a “great boost” for the town. The festival will begin

tonight (Thursday) and conclude on Sunday, July 3rd. “Over the course of the two weekends, all accommodation providers

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Roscommon’s Paddy Ryan with Jackie Daly playing at a recent session trail at a fleadh event.

are booked out and this is a huge and welcomed boost,” he said. “Considering our peripheral position on the edge of Connacht, thousands of people are expected to travel from Sligo, Galway, Mayo and Leitrim to the town, and it is a great opportunity for the locality to showcase all it has to offer to those from far and wide. “The beauty of the festival is that it is over two weekends with a week of events in between, which means a small town like Strokestown will be well able to cater for the numbers. “The committee have worked tirelessly over the last number of years to organise the event and need to be recognised for their efforts. It is festivals like this that are

the lifeblood of small towns and villages. “People of all ages and backgrounds from across the country will bring a diverse and energetic atmosphere to the town for the week. “Music and dance will fill the air and local residents, community groups and businesses are really looking forward to the Fleadh. “Strokestown Traders wishes the committee the very best of luck.” Eugene Murphy, the local Fianna Fáil TD, also said that the event would be a “huge boost” to Strokestown. “There will be a lot of music, a lot of competition. There will also be a special commemoration of 1916, with music, song and dance of that time,” he said.

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Connacht Fleadh Ceoil

(Strokestown - 24th June - 3rd July)

Action from a recent session trail at a fleadh event in Hanly’s pub, Strokestown.

Action from a recent session trail at a fleadh event in Hanly’s pub, Strokestown.

Competition and entertainment over two weekends! < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

The Fleadh Cheoil Chonnacht 2016 will start tonight (Thursday) with an Exhibition of Culture and Heritage in Strokestown library at 8 pm. The excitement will continue with a Bilingual Quiz on Friday, June 24, in Tom Hanly’s pub, Strokestown, at 10 pm. The actual fleadh competitions will be held over the course of the two weekends – June 25/26 and July 2/3. The first weekend comprises dancing competitions in Strokestown Community Centre. “Saturday is sean-nós all day; it is céilí and setdance on Sunday,” Patricia Rogers,

the secretary of organising committee, said. Monday is essentially a day of recuperation, but on Tuesday, June 28, a Youth Session, led by aspiring young musicians, will be held in the Central Bar, Strokestown, from 8 pm. On Wednesday, June 29th, ‘An Evening with Percy French and Turlough O’Carolan through Music and Song’ will be held in the Percy French hotel. Admission will be €5. On Thursday, June 30th, Jim Ganly, a local historian, will give a lecture on the centenary of the 1916 Rising at the same venue, followed by a performance by Roscommon Solstice

Choir, with 1916-themed material. Friday, July 1st, is a big night. A Gala Dinner will be held to officially open Ard Ollamh na Fleadh Connacht 2016 in the Percy French hotel, at which Paddy Ryan, the renowned fiddle player and broadcaster, will be honoured. Fleadh competitions of music, song and comhrá will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 2nd and 3rd, in the Percy French hotel and Scoil Mhuire, Strokestown, respectively. Competition is sure to be very competitive because the first three children in all competitions will qualify for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Ennis in August.

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Pictured at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Ballygar were Edel Niland, Magellan Hannon, Catherine Healy, Olivia Lohan and Irene Walsh. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Ballygar were Samantha Morris and Mandy Ward. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Ballygar were Shauna Smyth, Leah McDonagh and Medbh Trayers. Picture: Andrew Fox

Ciara Downey pictured at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Ballygar. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Lanesboro were Georgina, Annmarie, Douglas and Gareth Johnston. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Ballygar were Irene Walsh and Maura Mannion. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Lanesboro were Trish Feeley, Amy Oates, Fiona Murphy and Alan Fayne. Picture: Andrew Fox Pictured left at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Lanesboro were Conor Farrell, Fionn Crossan and Rory Killion. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured right at the official opening of Johnston’s Allcare Pharmacy, Lanesboro were Keri Rogers and Trish Feeley. Picture: Andrew Fox

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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

DENTAL Dental Design Studio • Natural Cosmetic Dentures • Palate Free Dentures • Flexible Dentures • Repairs & Re-lines • Express replacement of lost/broken dentures

Patrick Lynch Clinical Dental Technician

Henry Street Medical Centre Roscommon TELEPHONE: 090 66 65917 087 228 8780

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

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

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

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

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

BOUNCING CASTLES ROSCOMMON CASTLES

CHIMNEY

CHIROPRACTOR

CHIMNEY CLEANING & REPAIRS

ROSCOMMON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC

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

Tel: 087 2798704 CHIROPODIST PODIATRIST/ CHIROPODIST Siobhan Murray BSc (Hons) Podiatry M.Ch.S.I.

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

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

Phone No: (087) 4136355

• Home visits • Insoles and Orthotics prescribed

CAREERS CAREER ASSESSMENT & ADVICE

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

CONTACT: Abbeyside House, Abbey Street, Roscommon. Tel . 090-6630760. Email: abbeysidehouse@ eircom.net Facebook: www.facebook. com/careersgraceoreilly Opening Hours: 9 am - 5.30 pm, Mon-Fri.

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

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

• 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 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

(Monday to Saturday) Also available in Boyle & Athlone -------Treating all aspects of Foot Pain. Orthotics prescribed

By Appointment Only – Tel 087 2982214 Catriona Byrne DIP CHFP

DOCKERY’S

ADI/RSA Approved Driving Instructor Reg No. 37840

SCHOOL OF MOTORING • ROSCOMMON

Tuition in Car Car available for test

EDT LESSONS AVAILABLE Contact: Noel Burke Ballintubber

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

SYL’s

School of Motoring

Learn to drive from approved Driving Instructor SPECIAL RATES FOR BEGINNERS AND STUDENTS Gift vouchers now available

Call (085) 1348779

O TOW WI RN T TH EA SYL’s School of Motoring

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

To place a small ad in this section .... Please call us on 090-6634633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie before 2.30pm on Tuesday

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

(094) 98 80281/ (087) 2031909

JOHN DOORLY School of Motoring RSA REGISTERED AND FORMER DRIVER TESTER

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

GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE

TEL: 086 2387528 www.aclearsteerdriving.com

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

Contact: 085 1348779

COUNSELLING

DRIVING LESSONS

NOEL’S Driving School

Specialising in:

(090) 66 26023 086 8225575 FOOT CLINIC ROSCOMMON – MOLLOYS PHARMACY

DRIVING LESSONS

L

DOCTORS’ ROTA

Paul McStay

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

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

Learn to drive with ....

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

To have your advert seen by over 80,000 people every week advertise with us! THE MOST READ NEWSPAPER IN COUNTY ROSCOMMON!

The local paper!

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Classifieds 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. < TO LET: 25 acres of meadow for silage in two lots. Strokestown area. Tel: 087 9280872. < TO LET: Good quality clean meadows for silage to let in the Loughglynn area. Tel: 087 2972947. < 4 ACRES OF MEADOW to let Fuerty area. Tel: 089 4196597. < SUMMER GRAZING: 25 acres of summer grazing in Mount Talbot. Suitable for horses or cows. Tel: 087 9676301.

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

Tel: (086) 1500207

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Contact Maurice on 086 2538169 Gannon Environmental Services Ltd., Creggs

DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL SERVICE • Woodchipping • Log Splitting • Tree Surgery • Hedge Cutting

Bernard Conroy Timber Clearance Ltd Tel: 087 2533101 or 090 66 22328 Over 30 years in business WALTER BEGLEY Gardening, Maintenance & Painting Roscommon Town • Indoor & Outdoor Painting • Winter Garden Clean-Up • Power Washing Driveways - Paths • Prepare Lawns for Spring • Hedge Trimming • Planting • Grass Cutting • General Maintenance

Contact Walter on 087 9519873

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

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

INDUSTRIAL/ COMMERCIAL TO LET

JOAN MOORE Therapy Rooms

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

• Sports Massage • Deep Tissue Massage • Reflexology • Indian head Massage • Reiki • Aromatherapy Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon

(087) 9201818 Gift vouchers now available

Find us on facebook

● Amatsu Therapy ● Neuromuscular therapy

& orthopaedic sports massage

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

Tel: 087 2721757 www.aobtherapies.com www.facebook.com/ AOBTherapies Vouchers available on-line

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

Tel Jane on 087 3991259 HOLISTIC SEAMUS HUNT • Massage & Sports Therapist • Holistic Massage • Injury Assessment & Treatment • Ultrasound & Infra Red Available

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

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

Tattie Hoaker, Health Store, Goff Street, Roscommon

Phone: (086) 3614230

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

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

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

PHYSICAL THERAPIST Roscommon Physical Therapy Clinic 18 years experience in treating babies to adults Physical Therapy CranioSacral Therapy Medical Dry Needling Prescription Orthotics Pilates – Small Classes Can we help you? Call us today to enquire

Ph. 090 663 0009 Like us on Facebook www.rosptc.com

Located at Henry Street

PLANNINGS

Design Consultation Planning Applications New Build, Extend, Renovate Bespoke Design Domestic, Commercial & Agricultural

086 3482387 moleskin architecture@gmail.com facebook.com/moleskinarch ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Kevin McGarry intend to apply for planning permission to Roscommon County Council for the following development: To Construct a New 6 Bay Slatted Cattle Shed, together with all associated Site Works at Corboghil Td., Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. Signed: P Durkan & Associates Telephone: 071-9630037 Mobile: 086-1600385 Email: padraicdurkan@ eircom.net 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 to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such 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 condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Planning permission is being sought by Inland Properties Ltd for construction of single storey extension lounge room extension (164 sq mts) to rear of existing hotel along with conversion of existing plant room and office at side of existing hotel to form new link corridor (73 sq mts) and construction of new first floor office and bedroom extension (44 sq mts) to side of existing hotel at their existing hotel premises, Hodson Bay Hotel, Barrymore Townland, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Inland Properties Ltd. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Roscommon County Council during its public opening hours and 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.

PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We The Board Of Management of Abbey National School are applying to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to construct an extension with two no. class rooms circa 285 sq.m. and carryout all ancillary site works at Abbey National School, Ballypheasan Td., Roscommon. Signed: The Board of Managment Abbey National School 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 to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such 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 condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

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

www.morrislohan.ie ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Patrick Anthony McCrann for planning permission to demolish existing habitable house and construct new dwelling house and domestic garage and upgrade existing septic tank treatment system and percolation area and carryout all ancillary site works at Killarney Td, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such 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 condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

PROPERTIES TO LET/RENT CHAZEY PROPERTIES: We require properties for waiting tenants, we advertise, conduct viewings, arrange references, read meters, set up tenancy agreements and arrange direct debit payments straight into your bank. We charge a one off fee only if we are successful in renting your property. If not no fees are payable. Call (086) 8212732.

< TO LET: 3/4 bedroom house at Cashel Park, Castlerea. Rent receipts accepted. Phone: 086 2505325. < TO LET: Two bed house in Lanesboro. Furnished, all mod cons. Phone: 086 3223976.

APARTMENTS TO LET 1 bed apartment, Lanesboro Street, Roscommon €90 per week WANTED – WANTED

Houses/Apts in Roscommon Town!

For Further Details: Tel.: 087 2233223 www.lorettadowdpropertylettings.com

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

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

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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

REPAIRS

TRUCK AND TRAILER REPAIRS TELEPHONE: 087 2541720 SAFEPASS SAFE PASS Roscommon 24th June & 8th July Longford 1st & 9th 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.

SITUATIONS VACANT SECRETARY/ RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED For busy office in Roscommon town Good organisational and computer skills with a pleasant phone manner necessary. Experience preferable.

Please reply to Box No: 896, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon. < CHILDMINDER REQUIRED to mind 3 children, 2 school going, in their own home in roscommon town. Light housework may be required. Must have good english and full clean driving license. References required. Tel: 087 3639839. < PART-TIME SENIOR HAIR STYLIST REQUIRED for busy salon in Glenamaddy. Immediate start. Contact: 087 7770239. < CONCRETE FINISHERS AND PIPE LAYERS REQUIRED for busy site in Dublin. Safe Pass and Manual Handling needed. Tel: 086 0213542.

SITUATIONS WANTED < 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. < QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED AND GARDA VETTED CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE to mind children in a stimulating home from home environment with home cooked meals and snacks provided daily. Contact 087 7552733 or Facebook page “Roscommon Childminder” for more information.

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.

To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie SPECIAL NOTICES < A SEVENTH SON HEALER WILL ATTEND in The Percy French Hotel Strokestown, Co. Roscommon this Friday 24th June from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Cures for depression, headaches, migrane, blood pressure, ear noise, vertigo, sinus, back pain, chest asthma, acne, blushing, lack of confidence, rheumatism, arthritis, burns, fatigue, eczema, psoriasis, all skin rashes, shingles, nerves, stress, anxiety etc. 100% success. No Appointment needed, call on day. In private, any enquiries to 049 433549 or mobile 086 1921955.

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.

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

Padraig Healy Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

Pete’s Cabs

Roscommon

– Contact –

Peter Lynch 086 8400002 HACKNEY SERVICE Tommy Gilligan, Roscommon

(086) 8099503 TAXIS AND HACKNEYS JOHN BEATTIE Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Call car direct

(086) 2714879

Top quality screened top soil Delivery available

Tel: 071 9635096

PADDY PURCELL 087-3186590

HUGH KILDUFF Hackney Service (086) 2479829

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.

USEFUL SERVICES PROFESSIONAL PAINTING AND DECORATING CONTRACTOR

TURF, FIREWOOD AND FUEL

– For all your decorating needs.

WANTED: Fallen trees for firewood. Ash, Beech, Birch, Sycamore and Whitethorn. Good price paid. We are safety certified and insured. Phone: 086 2437376.

Call John 086 4679798

< THIS YEAR’S NEW SEASONED TURF: Shed stored, additional offers on 2nd load. Tel: 087 1413238.

HEALY’S

< FOR SALE: 10 x 6 loads of turf also bags of turf. Can be delivered. Tel: 086 3776948.

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

Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business

HANLY QUARRIES LIMITED

1-8 Seats Wheelchair Accessible

< SUMMER LEARNING SUPPORT: July and August. One-to-one Literacy, Numeracy, Speech Delay. Tel 089 4768226

086 2670670

TOP SOIL

ATHLEAGUE CABS

TUITION

LOFT LADDERS Aluminium

Supplied & Fitted From

0 ONLY €15 The company that can do all them small jobs 094 96 31880 087 9100477 www.oddjobsolutions.ie 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

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

J.C. TOOLING 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 < 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. < HANDYMAN AVAILABLE – Painter and decorator, power washing, grass trimming, etc. Also man and van. Tel: 089 4233122. < UNEMPLOYED HANDYMAN AND SEEKING WORK: No job too small. • Building • Plastering • Carpentry and Maintenance Work. Call: 087 7561101.

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: Paul Grehan, c/o K Hoare SECOND PRIZE €25: John Doorly, c/o R Walsh THIRD PRIZE €20: Deirdre Shannon, c/o Marian Rice 8 RESIDUAL PRIZES OF €10 EACH: Gwen & Kevin, c/o K Collins; John Corcoran, c/o John F Kerrigan; Mary Fogarty, c/o K Hoare; Agnes, c/o Donnellan’s, Main Street; Kathleen Gordon; Selena Tully, Ballymurray; Alan & Kevin, c/o Ros Office Supplies; Kara Shannon, c/o Marian Rice. 5 PROMOTORS PRIZES OF €5 EACH: Kathleen Collins; Joe Hoare; Mary Hicks; Rhea Hoare; Breda Healy. 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. M.M. NOVENA PRAYER TO OUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART Remember, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, the great things the Lord has done for you; He chose you for His mother, He wanted you close to His cross, He gives you a share in His Glory, He listens to your prayer. Offer Him our prayers of praise and thanksgiving. Present our petitions to Him. (Share your petitions silently with Our Lady) Let us live like you in the love of your Son that His Kingdom may come. Lead all people to the source of living water that flows from His Heart, spreading over the world hope and salvation, justice and peace. See our trust in you; answer our prayer. Show yourself always, our Mother. Amen. M.M.

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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

Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Galway

091 768 768

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

Contact us for further information

www.ecowise.ie WINDOW/DOORS

E: gerrymonaghan1@eircom.net

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

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

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FamilyNotices ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES O’ROARKE Teresa Creggs, Co. Galway (2nd Anniversary)

WIFE What I would give if I could see you today, To hear your voice and see your smile, Or just to sit and talk a while, To me you were someone special, Someone set apart, Your memory will last forever engraved within my heart,

Always remembered and loved by your husband Michael. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ MUM A beautiful nature, A heart of gold, Your loss to us can never be told, A special mother we can never replace, No verse, no flower no tears can say, How much you are loved and missed every day

Always remembered and loved by your daughters Ann Marie, Tracey, Niamh, Emma and son Enda. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ GRANDMOTHER Those who we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, But always here, Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Always loved and remembered by your grandchildren Grace and Caoimhe, your sons in-laws Peter and Donal. Anniversary Mass St Mary’s Church, Kilbegnet on Sunday 3rd July at 11.30am.

KELLY Michael

McMANUS (nee Murtagh) Geraldine (3rd Anniversary)

In loving memory of Geraldine Mc Manus, Aughmagree, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon, who passed away on the 24th June 2013 As I sit in heaven And watch you every day I try to let you know with signs I never went away I hear you when you’re laughing And watch you as you sleep I place my arms around you To calm you as you weep I see you wish the days away Wanting to have me home So I try to send you moonbeams So you know you’re not alone Don’t feel guilty that you have A life denied to me Heaven is truly beautiful Just you wait and see So live your life and laugh again Enjoy yourself, be free And I’ll know with every breath you take You’re taking one for me.

Sadly missed by her husband Liam, her mother May, her brother Peter and her sisters Annette, Madeline, Bernadette and Catherine, also her nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends and colleagues. Geraldine’s Anniversary Mass is on Friday 24th June at 8pm in St. Joseph’s Church Kilteevan.

CONNEALLY Kathleen Rookwood, Athleague (17th Anniversary)

Sadly missed by Helen, Rebecca and Ruth. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 25th June 2016 at 7pm in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague.

KELLY Frank

Late of Cork and Roscommon (2nd Anniversary) Who died 27th June 2014

“Castleview”, Ballybride, Roscommon Died 27th May, 2016

Time and years slip gently by But treasured memories never die

The family of Frank, sons Alan, John, Gavin, daughters Olivia and Janette and our extended families wish to express their deepest gratitude to our relatives, neighbours, friends and all who sympathised with us on our recent sad bereavement. Our heartfelt thanks to all those who called to the house brought food and refreshments, telephoned, sent Mass cards, sympathy cards, perpetual enrolments, floral tributes, attended the removal, funeral Mass and burial and particularly all those who travelled long distances to be with us. A special thanks to Fr. Raymond Browne and Fr. Ireneusz Kuzmicki who celebrated the mass. The altar servers and Eucharist Ministers, choir and all the musicians for the beautiful music in the church and graveyard. To the staff of St. Vincent’s Private Hospital and Prof. Ken McDonald and his team for all their care and kindness shown towards Frank during his time of sickness. A sincere thank you to Pat Smith, Funeral Director, for the professional and dignified manner in which he carried out his duties. Thank you to the gravediggers who prepared Frank’s final resting place. Thank you also to those who helped with the refreshments in the house and directed and managed traffic to and from the house. Thank you to The Abbey Hotel, Roscommon for providing a lovely meal after the funeral. Again we would like to extend our sincere thanks to our neighbours and friends who have supported us in so many ways since Frank’s passing, and helped us through this sad time. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgment as a token of our deep appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. Frank’s Months Mind Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 26th June, in The Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon town at 10.30am.

Always loved and remembered by his wife Mary, daughter Mary, sons Bernard and Joseph, daughter-in-law Yvonne, grandchildren, brothers and sister,extended family and friends.

McNEILL Lena No. 3 St. Theresa Terrace, Lisnamult, Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

Lena’s brother Sean McNeill, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews and extended family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all of you who sympathised with us on the sad loss of Lena. Thanks to all those who supported Lena in her final days, her many friends, bingo friends and neighbours. To the Staff of the Sacred Heart Nursing Home in Roscommon. Thanks to the Funeral Directors, Parish Priest, Altar Servers and Organist. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. Lena’s First Anniversary Mass will take place on Saturday June 25th at 8pm in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon town. Remembered by her loving family. Don’t remember me with sadness Don’t remember me with tears, Remember all the laughter we’ve had Throughout the years

Ballyglass, Lanesboro, Co. Roscommon Who died on 23rd June (7th Anniversary)

Always in our thoughts and prayers.

KEIGHER Bernard (Bertie)

No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Will always be kept for you.

Denis, Ronan, Ann and family. Anniversary Mass on Friday 24th June at 8pm in Athleague Church.

CAFFERTY (nee Duggan) Phyllis Ballinagard Rd, Roscommon (3rd Anniversary) Who passed away on the 22nd June 2013

I often lie awake at night When others are asleep I walk down memory lane With tears upon my cheeks No one knows the heartache I try so hard to hide Some people say as time goes by The heartache will subside But the feelings in my heart today Are the same the day you died It broke my heart to lose you Your parting caused such pain But the greatest day has yet to come When we will meet again.

CONNAUGHTON Paddy & Broddy Remembering Paddy and Broddy, who died on the 3rd and 26th June 2003

Always in my thoughts and prayers, remembered by their sister Phil.

CORCORAN Margaret & Johnny Donamon (40th and 23rd Anniversaries)

Heartbroken still, your loving Husband Frank ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We had a wonderful Mother Who never really got old. Her smile was made of sunshine Her heart of solid gold. Her eyes were bright as shining stars And in her cheeks roses you’d see. We had a wonderful Mother And thats the way it will always be.

Lovingly missed by her daughters Mary , Philomena and Rosaleen, sons-in-Law P.J. Kevin and Liam. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Our of our lives You may have gone But deep in our hearts You will always live on

Always remembered and sadly missed by their sons, daughters and families. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 26th June at 10am in Clooneycolgan Church

O’CONNOR Eamon Carrownderry, Kiltoom, Athlone Who died on 20th June 2014

DONLON (nee GREENE) Geraldine Strokestown, Co. Roscommon

NANA Gone yet not forgotten although we are apart. Your spirit lives within us Forever in our hearts.

Always remembered by her grandchildren, Francis, Paul, Conor, Liam, Ellie and David.

No matter how life changes No matter what we do A special place within our hearts is Always kept for you.

Always loved and sadly missed by his loving wife Annie and family. Second Anniversary Mass on Friday 24th June at 7pm in The Church of the Risen Christ, Kiltoom.

It was so hard to say goodbye A year ago today To a mum we loved so dear Our lives will never be the same Not having you here Our memories will never fade And our love will forever be in our hearts

Sadly missed by her children Donna, Tara, Keith, Johnny, Danielle, Darren, Tanya, Mark, Malcolm, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, daughter-in-law, sisters Noley, Pauline, Angela and May. Anniversary Mass in Longford Cathedral at 10am on Friday 24th June.

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FamilyNotices ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES KELLY Anne (Nan)

McDERMOTT Frank

O’DONOVAN Paddy

HOARE Tom (TP)

TREACY Rosie

CULLEN Barbara

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

Mount Talbot, Co. Roscommon (1st Anniversary) Who died on 25th June 2015

Tonlagee, Roscommon Passed away on 15th June 1991 (25th Anniversary)

Celtic Avenue, Roscommon 36th Anniversary occurs on 25th June

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Gailey, Knockcroghery Who passed away on 1st July 2015 (1st Anniversary)

4, Lough Road, Roscommon Town Who died on the 25th of June 2015

SCALLY Raymond

The family of the late Nan Kelly wish to express our heartfelt gratitude for the kindness, support and sympathy which was shown to us on our sad loss. A special word of thanks to our neighbours, family and friends. Thanks to Dr. Noel Farrell, Roscommon for his wonderful care over the years. Thanks also to Dr. Valerie Morris, Dr. David Harrison, the Public Health Nurses and The Palliative Care Team. Thanks to Roscommon Home Services for all their assistance, thanks especially to Bernie, Catriona and Chris for their kindness to Nan in her final years, and to her dear friend Mary. A special word of thanks to Rev. Fr. Francis Beirne P.P. Four Roads, for his many visits to Nan and for the comfort he brought to her, and for the beautiful and very touching Funeral Mass. Sincere thanks to Mary, Mairead and Gerry for the beautiful music and singing at the Funeral Mass and thanks also to the altar servers. Thanks to David Moran, undertaker for his professionalism and attention to detail, and also the gravediggers and to John Fallon for providing a lovely meal. Thanks to everyone who sent Mass Cards, flowers, travelled long distances, attended the Funeral, helped and assisted in any way. 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. First Anniversary Mass will take place in the Church of the Good Sheperd, Four Roads at 7pm on Saturday 25th June 2016.

Years are just slipping by For your smile we miss Your laughter we treasure Missing you always Forgetting you never

Always remembered by your family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 26th June at 11.00am in Fourmilehouse Church.

WHYTE Luke Castlestrange, Athleague (22nd Anniversary)

We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.

Always loved and forever remembered by your loving wife Margaret, Mary, John, Anne, Paul, Simon, Eoin and Tara.

HEALY Austin (Snr) Cherry Drive, Roscommon 11th Anniversary – June 28th

Always remembered by Margaret and family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday June 26th in Athleague at 10am.

COYNE Harry Sandfield, Knockcroghery (12th Anniversary)

In loving memory of Harry, who died on 7th July 2004 R.I.P. You were gone before we knew it You said goodbye to none Your spirit flew before we knew Your work on earth was done.

Always remembered by your loving wife Phil, sons Michael, Ciaran, daughtersin-law and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery on Friday 24th June at 7pm.

Sadly missed by your loving wife Rita and daughter Lorraine Anniversary Mass on Friday 24th June in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon at 8 am. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ A date that’s filled with sadness Returns to us today To mark the day You left us And gently slipped away

Always rememberd by Derek, Orla, Dillon and Katie ~~~~~~~~~~~~

In loving memory of Luke, who died on June 24th 1994. R.I.P. No matter how life changes No matter what we do We will always remember you

It hurts like yesterday You always had time to spare Time to give and time to care A loving nature A heart of gold The very best this world could hold.

If ever there is a tomorrow When we are not together There is something you Must always remember You are braver than you believe And stronger than you seem But the most important thing is Even if we are apart I’ll always be with you

Remembered by Catherine, Assumpta, Liz, Siobhan, David, Marina, Elma, Megan, Mikayla and Zoe xx Anniversary Mass in The Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Tuesday June 28th at 8am.

A little tribute Small and tender Just to show We still remember

From son Francis, grandson Evan, Natasha, Emily and Rebecca.

HOARE TP Racecourse Road, Roscommon town You always had a smile to share Time to give and time to care A loving nature, A heart of gold Those are the memories We will always hold.

Always remembered by your brother and sisters ~~~~~~~~~~~~

HOARE Owensie Racecourse Road, Roscommon Town 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 family.

The family of the late Rosie Treacy would like to convey our sincere thanks and appreciation to those who supported us through the sad loss of our mother. To relations, friends and neighbours who called to the house, attended the Funeral Mass and Burial, and travelled to be with us, to those who sent Mass Cards, Mass Enrolments and floral tributes and joined us in the Hodson Bay Hotel a heartfelt thanks. Thanks to everyone 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. Thank you to Fr. Ray Milton, Fr. Tom Byrne and Canon Peadar Lavin. A special word of thanks to all listed below who were so kind and courteous to Rosie prior to and during her illness, public health nurses Anne Marie and Niamh, Dr. CarmodyMorris, Dr. Elizabeth Sweeney, Dr. Lynn, staff of Molloy’s Pharmacy, staff of Roscommon County Hospital, Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe, Galway Clinic, The Ambulance Service, nurses from Cancer Care West, carers and Roscommon Palliative Care. Thank you to the Church Choir and also Enya Reilly for their singing and her lovely rendition of “A mother’s love is a blessing” during the Funeral Mass. Thanks also to the gravediggers, special thanks to Pat and Tom Smyth for their professionalism and kindness to us all. Thank you to the management and staff of the Hodson Bay Hotel for the lovely meal after the funeral. Finally a special thank you to the members of Naomh Dominic GAA Club for their guard of honour and who escorted the remains from the Church to her final resting place in Gailey Cemetery. 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. Rosie’s 1st Anniversary Mass will take place on Friday July 1st at 7pm in Knockcroghery Church.

On the First Anniversary of Barbara’s passing, John Cullen and Family wishes to sincerely thank all who gave their time and love during this difficult period. Special thanks to all the Staff at Roscommon Hospital and Tallaght Hospital for their extraordinary care and attention over the last two years. Thank you to Monsignor Travers and Fr McLoughlin, the Clergy, Sister Anna and Staff at The Sacred Heart Church. Thank you to Smyth’s Funeral Home for their empathy, expertise and attention to detail. We also thank the Staff at St Coman’s Cemetery for preparing and maintaining her final resting place. Our appreciation also to all immediate neighbours and close friends. Thank you again for the kind messages, flowers, phone calls, emails, cards, holy water bottles, oils, medals, visitors, support and the incredible solidarity shown to Barbara and family during this difficult time. If we have left anyone out in our appreciation, we apologise and thank you also. FOR YOU MY LOVE….. You are my Sun, My Moon. You’re my Words, You’re my Tune. My Earth, My Sky, My Sea. You’re Everything to Me. You’re my Light in the Darkness. You’re my Peace and Happiness. My Hope, My Forever Love.

Sadly missed by husband John, sons John, Jeremy and Simon, daughter Allison and extended family, relatives and friends. Anniversary Mass at 12.15pm on Sunday the 26th of June at the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon.

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The Angels sang Amazing Grace God came down and touched your face Then He whispered soft and low Come with me it’s time to go The gates of Heaven opened wide The Angels lined up side by side A special guest is on his way The day they took Raymond away.

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Charity Evening raises €7,604 for Western Alzheimer’s Western Alzheimer’s Roscommon is delighted to announce that the recent Social Celebration & Charity Evening hosted in association with Cllr. Paddy Kilduff, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, raised a grand total of €7,604. At the official cheque presentation this week, the charity gratefully acknowledged the wonderful support it received and paid tribute to Cllr. Kilduff for his hard work in arranging the event over the past number of months. All involved wish to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who organised tables, bought tickets, made donations and sponsored prizes. Thank you also to Vinegar Bill and Seamus Duke, who provided a great night’s entertainment, to the Grealy family and all at the Abbey Hotel for their wonderful hospitality and to everyone who came along and made the night such a wonderful success.

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Cllr. Paddy Kilduff, Cathaoirleach, Roscommon County Council, presented a cheque for €7,604 to Noeleen Rudden, Services Manager, Western Alzheimer’s, Roscommon this week, proceeds raised from the recent Social Celebration & Charity Evening held by Cllr. Kilduff in the Abbey Hotel at the end of May.

Food and drinks fair amongst highlights of Strokestown Show The organisers of the Strokestown Agricultural Show are already planning for this year’s show, which will mark the 150th anniversary of what is the oldest and longest running show in Ireland. This year’s show promises to be the best yet and will feature for the first time a food and drinks fair called ‘Flavours from the Heart of Ireland’. Situated in the magical surrounds of the grounds of Strokestown Park House, the event promises to have something for everyone. The ‘Heart of Ireland’ will attract a host of leading food and drink producers with the Fair in Strokestown giving them a unique platform to showcase their wonderful products to the thousands of people who will attend. With exhibitions, chef demonstrations, tasters and surprises galore, the Strokestown Agricultural Show on the Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th of September is not to be missed. Gemma Flanagan said: “If you are a food or drink producer who is interested in showcasing your products to a wide audience, Strokestown is the place to be in September. “The Strokestown Agricultural Show has been going from strength to strength over the years and we really want to mark its 150th anniversary with something special. That’s why we are staging ‘Flavours from the Heart of Ireland Food & Drinks Fair’. We are very excited about the potential of this event and expect to see record-breaking figures attending this year.” For further information you can contact Gemma on 0864019102, Margaret on 087-2273793 or Anna on 087-3401894 or email: flavoursfromtheheartofireland@gmail.com.

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SportsPeople GAA Results

David Connaughton prepares to meet the challenge of David Murray during last weekend’s Roscommon SFC match between Clann na nGael and Pádraig Pearses. See report inside. Picture: Andrew Fox

Roscommon minors face stern Sligo examination Connacht MFC Quarter-Final: Roscommon v Sligo on Saturday at Markievicz Park at 7pm < SEAMUS DUKE

Roscommon’s minor footballers face a very tough game when they travel to Sligo to face a very formidable home side in the Connacht championship on Saturday evening next. Incredibly, the winners of this game face a four-day turnaround as the semi-final against Galway is fixed for the following Wednesday evening. The Roscommon manager is Kieran Kilkenny and he says that although the team have done a huge amount of work for the game, the Leaving Cert is always a factor in the runup to minor games at this time of the year. “The Leaving Cert is always a major factor but we have done a lot of hard work earlier in the year, so hopefully that will stand to us. It’s the same for Sligo I suppose, but we had 15 of our panel doing the Leaving, which is a lot. With regard to injuries, David McManus, our vice-captain is out with a knee injury and

Joe Carroll is also out, with an ankle injury.” Kieran says that Roscommon will be facing a very strong Sligo outfit on Saturday. “Sligo are the strong favourites. They had two schools in the Connacht Colleges ‘A’ final and they have a lot of excellent players, however, we are happy with the way we have prepared and if we can get a performance out of our lads and play like we are capable of we can win it. “Our players have put in a huge effort and their commitment to the cause has been exemplary. We are looking forward to the game and hopefully we can edge it in the end,” he concluded. Roscommon were defeated by Sligo in the Connacht MFC last year and in the Connacht Minor League this year Roscommon beat Sligo (who went on to win the league), but that latter result will have no bearing on what happens on Saturday.

Roscommon will be looking to the likes of Cian McKeon, Brian Derwin, Conor Shanagher, Aidan

Dowd, Matthew Bourke and Michael McGloin to lead from the front. Roscommon look sharp up front and if the forwards can get enough ball they can do damage to the home defence. There is no doubt that

this is a very difficult fixture for Roscommon but it is one that they can win if they play to their potential. The home side will be expecting to win through but Roscommon could surprise them. Prediction: Roscommon.

Friday, June 17th Adult Football League Division 1 (O’Rourke Cup) St. Brigid’s 5-13 Boyle 1-9 Hodson Bay Hotel Group Senior Football Championship (Section A) St. Brigid’s 5-13 Boyle 1-9 Saturday, June 18th Hodson Bay Hotel Group Senior Football Championship (Section A) Clann na nGael 0-16 Pádraig Pearses 0-7 Hodson Bay Hotel Group Senior Football Championship (Section B) Michael Glavey’s 3-10 St. Faithleach’s 1-12 Hodson Bay Hotel Group Senior Football Championship (Section B) Michael Glavey’s 3-10 St. Faithleach’s 1-12 Intermediate Football Championship (Section A) Kilmore 2-15 Kilbride 0-9 St. Dominic’s 2-13 Oran 1-13 Intermediate Football Championship (Section B) St. Aidan’s 1-17 St. Barry’s 2-5 Shannon Gaels 1-10 St. Michael’s 0-11 Junior A Football Championship (Section A) Creggs 4-13 St. Ronan’s 0-9 Sunday, June 19th Hodson Bay Hotel Group Senior Football Championship (Section A) Roscommon Gaels 0-11 Castlerea St. Kevin’s 0-7 Hodson Bay Hotel Group Senior Football Championship (Section B) Strokestown 3-16 Elphin 4-10 Western Gaels 2-11 St. Croan’s 1-9 Intermediate Football Championship (Section A) Fuerty 1-6 Tulsk Lord Edwards 0-6 Intermediate Football Championship (Section B) Éire Óg 0-12 Clann na nGael 0-12 Junior A Football Championship (Section A) St. Brigid’s 4-5 Ballinameen 2-8 Kilglass Gaels 1-14 St. Dominic’s 2-7 Junior A Football Championship (Section B) Pádraig Pearses W/O v St. Aidan’s

GAA Fixtures Friday, June 24th Adult Football League Division 3 (Tansey Cup) At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Elphin. 8.30 pm Adult Football League Division 4 At Strokestown: Strokestown v St. Barry’s. 8 pm Sunday, June 26th Adult Football League Division 4 (2 pm) At Enfield: St. Croan’s v St. Ronan’s At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v Clann na nGael At Rockfield: Oran v St. Dominic’s At TBC: Kilglass Gaels v Strokestown At Abbey Park: Boyle v St. Barry’s Adult Football League Division 5 At Kilteevan: St. Joseph’s (Kilteevan) v Kilmore At Mulhern Park: Fuerty v Michael Glavey’s At Kilbride GAA Park: Kilbride v Roscommon Gaels At Davonna Park: Ballinameen v St. Aidan’s Adult Football League Division 6 At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg v Tulsk Lord Edwards At Parc Naomh Bearraí: St. Barry’s v St. Faithleach’s Junior A Football Championship (Section B) At Orchard Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Strokestown

Underage Fixtures

Flashback to 2015 as Kieran White moves possession forward for Roscommon during last year’s defeat to Sligo. Picture: Andrew Fox

Saturday, June 25th Chillout Firewood U-16 League Group A (5 pm) At Four Roads Hurling Club: Four Roads v Oran (Hurling) Chillout Firewood U-16 Hurling League, Group B (7 pm) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Carrick Hurling Club (St. Mary’s) At Athleague\Tremane: Athleague\Tremane v St. Dominic’s Sunday, June 26th U-16 Championship Division 1 Knockout (12 pm) At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Clann na nGael At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Oran At Strokestown: Strokestown v St. Brigid’s U-16 Championship Division 2 (12 pm) At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v St. Faithleach’s At Kilmore GAA Grounds: Kilmore/Shannon Gaels v Pádraig Pearses At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Ciarán’s U-16 Championship Division 3 (12 pm) At Abbey Park: Boyle v Kilbride At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v St. Brigid’s At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v Éire Óg U-16 Championship Division 4 (12 pm) At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s v Kilglass Gaels/St Barry’s At Michael Glavey’s GAA Club: Michael Glavey’s v Western Gaels

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SportsPeople This weekend’s action

Horses for Courses by Tom Red

The Dublin 4 venue of Leopardstown features an all flat card this evening stalls open for the first at 5.50 pm. Music is supplied by the one and only Nathan Carter as part of the Bulmer’s Live Thursday evening’s promotion. Friday evening sees the start of the 3 day Dubai Duty Free Derby Festival with the Apprentice Derby and Ragusa Handicap starting at 5.30 pm. On Saturday there is a 3.00 pm start with the Dubai Duty Free Derby, the centre piece of the card, at 5.20 pm backed up with 2-Y-O Railway Stakes. The Group 1 Pretty Polly Stakes for all aged fillies is the feature of Sunday’s card away at 4.20 pm with a 2.15 start to racing. No racing on Monday but there is action under Benbulben on Tuesday in Sligo. The first three home in the Epsom Derby are set to meet again in the Irish equivalent at the Curragh on Saturday when Dermot Weld’s Harzand could meet Aidan O’Brien’s US Army Ranger and Idaho. O’Brien supplies 4 of the other 8 declared, with Weld 1, Jim Bolger 2 and the lone cross channel raider completing the field Red Verdon, 6th at Epsom, was supplemented by Ed Dunlop. On Sunday in the Pretty Polly Stakes Ballydolye’s Minding, dual English classic winner heads 10 declared and having never been out of the first 2 will take all the beating despite 4 English trained raiders. In the Group 2 Curragh Cup only 8 are declared, 5 from Ballydoyle, one from Weld and 2 raiders from Tom Dascombe and Joe Tuite.

Review of the Week Elegant Statesman won the Galway Plate Trial Handicap Chase for the second year in a row at Down Royal on Friday. The 9–Y-O is trained by Henry De Bromhead and made the long journey north a very successful one. He was ridden by Mark Walsh to beat Our Shantou and Kylestyle. De Bromhead was completing a double having won earlier with Our Dougal.

In Saturday’s Ulster Derby the Jim Bolger trained Stellar Mass kept the prize at home winning by a 1¾l from Ed Dunlop’s English raider Manjaam. In the Ulster Oaks Dermot Weld’s filly Simannka finished 3 ½ l and 2l in front of Glenmayne and Rayisa. On Monday the Kilbeggan feature the Carmel Fay Handicap Hurdle went to Supreme Vinne trained by Denise O’Shea and ridden by Rachel Blackmore.

Royal Ascot On Thursday at Royal Ascot Aidan O’Brien reached the 50 winners at the meeting milestone when Even Song, heavily supported in market, easily won the Ribblesdale Stakes. Ryan Moore drove the Ballydolyle filly 1½l length and ½l clear of Ajman Princess, and The Black Princess. He quickly set about closing in on Henry Cecil’s grand total of 75 winners when Irish St Leger winner Order Of St George made it 51 after eventually finding a gap and running out an equally easy winner of the Ascot Gold Cup, O’Brien’s 7th win in the race. On Friday O’Brien moved onto 53 winners but was no use to the ordinary punter with a 578/1 priced double. Brave Anna ridden by Seamie Heffernan won the opening Albany Stakes at 16/1 and Sword Fighter won the Queens Vase at 33/1. Brave Anna lived up to her name winning by a short head and ½l from Bletchley and Queen Kindly with Heffernan getting a nine day ban for use of the whip. Ryan Moore rode the beaten fav. for O’Brien in both races. On the final day the Irish had 3 more winners. Aidan O’Brien continued his run with 2 more, Churchill in the opening Chesham Stakes and followed up in the 2nd with Sir Isaac Newton in the Wolverton Handicap, both ridden by Ryan Moore. He has now trained 55 Royal Ascot winners, 20 short of the record. The festival closed with the Gordon Elliott adding a Royal Ascot winner to his already impressive national hunt CV with Commissioned winning the Queen Alexandra Stakes, the longest flat race in Britain.

Elegant Statesman, centre, clears the penultimate fence from Shantou Flyer, right, with Kylestyle between horses.

General News Stephen Mahon hopes to return to the Galway Festival to attempt to win the Galway Blazers Chase with Lenebane’s Connaught National winner Aranhill Chief, who disappointed last year but won the race two years ago. Brexit may have an effect on the Irish Bloodstock Industry, nobody knows, but this evening at Newbury we will find out. The 2-Y-O Brexit runs in the 6f novice auction fillies’ stakes and may give a pointer to the result of the referendum.

Competition Time Last 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 Ros-

common on Monday June 13th? 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 next Wednesday the 29th June 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.

Stop Press: US Army misses Irish Derby The Aidan O’Brien trained US Army Ranger will not run in the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby on Saturday having scoped badly yesterday. Ryan Moore who partnered the colt at Epsom now switches to stablemate Idaho which finished third in the English Classic and is joint fav with Weld’s Harzand.

Roscommon Races

Adrian Grealy, Abbey Hotel, Roscommon pictured making a presentation to Conor Murphy after Sizing Alberta won The Abbey Hotel Maiden Hurdle. Picture: Andrew Fox

Linda Reilly, thetote.com, pictured making a presentation to Micheál O’Connor, Paddy Kelly, Noreen O’Connor and Tom Quinn after Aranhill Chief won the tote.com Connacht National Handicap Steeplechase. Picture: Andrew Fox

Nuala and Dermot Hughes, Dermot Hughes Car Sales pictured making a presentation to Alex Frost, Gina and Ed Galvin after Gambling Girl won the Dermot Hughes Car Sales Novice Steeplechase. Picture: Andrew Fox

Dick O’Brien, Roscommon Race Couse pictured making a presentation to Ollie Murphy after Delegate won The 188BET Rated Novice Hurdle. Picture: Andrew Fox

Bernard Keane and Walter Young, YK Signs pictured making a presentation to Dick O’Brien and George McCourt, Roscommon Racecourse for the Best Turned Out Awards at the Roscommon Races. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Dan’s SPORTING WORLD WITH DAN DOONER

FAI’s ‘problem child’ requires attention THE LEAD STORY

Anyone else find the problem with watching countless #EURO2016 games is that you suddenly want to buy half a dozen jerseys. (Yes, although retro seems to be coming back!)

Patriotism (n.) – The belief that Glen Whelan can outperform Modric, Iniesta and Pirlo in the space of a week. #COYBIG (This is a retweet from 2012, so just substitute appropriate Swedish, Belgian and Italian players.)

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plenty of League of Ireland related pictures doing the rounds on social media during the Euros. The most famous of all shows current Irish internationals wearing the jerseys of their former League of Ireland clubs. It’s a fantastic endorsement of the league and it shows what can be achieved by clubs across Ireland, but it is, or should be, a mere drop in the ocean. There have been a few major tournaments involving the Republic of Ireland and plenty of opportunities for the FAI to improve the game at grassroots level in this country. But let’s face it; very little has been done to promote our national league. This fact was hammered home recently as Athlone Town manager, Alan Mat-

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Sporting week on Tweet Street

Neil O’Riordan @noriordan Shots fired by John Caulfield ahead of Cork City v Linfield tie: “It’s a fantastic draw because we’re staying in the country.” (The Roscommon man starts the mind games early!)

This weekend in the sporting world Masters football continues Republic of Ireland players model their former League of Ireland clubs’ jerseys last week.

thews, finally ran out of patience and resigned from his post. Now there are many problems at boardroom level at that club but Athlone Town is merely the latest club to face extinction in the face. It might be Athlone this week, but it’ll be some other regional club the next.

The League of Ireland remains the problem child of a Football Association that would rather spend its summers following the senior internationals. Fair enough, but without a strong league and an emphasis on grassroots development there will soon be no major tournament involvement.

The Genesis Report helped to improve matters at senior international level, now it’s time to carry out a similar review of domestic football. Two issues for discussion could be the emphasis on winning trophies at underage level and League of Ireland clubs getting out into communi-

ties and schools and creating new stakeholders and supporters. Of course a review of this nature will be neither easy or quick but with a more streamlined approach Irish football can one day have even more than 8 players in League of Ireland kits for a photo op!

This Saturday in the Umbro Masters League Shiven Rovers entertain St. Francis FC and CB Trotters host Skyvalley Rovers. Last Friday, St Francis FC enjoyed a 2-0 win away to Skyvalley Rovers and Dunmore Town hammered Shiven Rovers 4-1 at home.

Junior golf open evening Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club will play host to a junior golf open evening tonight (Thursday, June 23rd) from 7 pm to 8 pm.

Golf

Captain’s prizes for Hellen and Dowling While Shane Lowry was Offaly unlucky last Sunday (Ed – last chance!), Denis Hellen and Clare Dowling braved the elements in Athlone to scoop John Burns’ captain’s prizes. Denis narrowly won a play-off while Clare hit an impressive 66 nett. Meanwhile, T. Dolan was the most recent AWGS competition winner with 29 points. The Athlone G.C. classic will take place over the 1st and 2nd of July. Hopefully there will be a reduction in water hazards by then! In Roscommon, the ladies’ gala day was won by G. Kelly with 39 points ahead of C. Moran on 35 points. C. Brennan took the senior men’s competition, while A. McNally grabbed the ladies event.

Carrick-on-Shannon played host to a stableford on June 12th, which was won by Gary Vesey with 42 points. In the Castle Stableford, Helen Martin was the winner ahead of Kathleen Loftus and Phil Emmett. This Sunday in Strokestown will see the men play for the lady captain’s prize with the draw being held on Friday evening. Elsewhere, Peter Daly won the most recent senior competition ahead of Joe Fingleton and Paddy Murray. The ladies’ competition was won by Margaret Cox and Kitty Dowd. The weather played havoc with the ladies competition due to take place last Tuesday in Castlerea. This week the ladies will be hoping to avoid the wind-swept look

while competing for the Hession Cup. The club competition played last Sunday was won by Patrick O’Connor ahead of Tony Reilly. The Castlerea team will take on Enniscrone in the Barton Shield this Saturday while ‘Get Into Golf’ continues each Friday. Finally in Boyle, Sunday’s

Bart Moran Trophy was won by Brendan Gaffney (8) 64 nett, in second was Michael Reid (15) 65 nett, the gross prize went to Jim Mooney (10) with 78 and in third was Paddy Nangle (16) 65 nett. The Niamh Nangle Cup was won by Moira Egan with Tish Perry second. Thursday’s men’s 12-hole

competition was won by Michael Simon with 26 points, with second and third going to Michael Bannon and Eamonn Perry respectively, both one point behind the winner. Friday’s 9-hole was won by Brendan Gaffney, Tish Perry, John Cryan and Criona O’Donnell on 3 under par.

Let’s face it; the vast majority of football fans are extremely well behaved and once again fans from the Republic of Ireland have done the country proud. With tales of craic with the locals and rival fans and helping out pensioners with flat tyres, the Green Army have been the perfect antidote to the Russian and English mobs. Long may it continue!

Darts

Ballinaheglish player set to represent Ireland

Here come the Men in Black! A referee beginners course will take place in Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon (at the Roscommon & District League headquarters) on Saturday, July 16th and Sunday, July 17th. This is likely to be the only FAI sanctioned referee beginner course taking place in the region for the next while. Book online at www.fai.ie.

Good news story of the week

Pictured at Roscommon Golf Club were the winners of this year’s Presidents Prize, Michael Sharkey and Marie McManus alongside club president Kevin Henry.

One of the highlights of the international darts calendar comes to Sligo this weekend as the Six Nations darts tournament takes place in The Great Southern Hotel, Sligo. Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales and The Netherlands will all compete for the coveted crown in the event running from Friday, June 24th to Sunday, June 26th. Roscommon will be represented at the event by Ballinaheglish’s Thomas Concannon. A run of impressive results in last year’s INDO events seen Concannon deservedly earn his spot on the National team, where he is sure to play a pivotal role in Ireland’s hopes for a home win. Meanwhile, David Concannon has added yet another title, winning the Sydney Cup on his travels in Australia. Nobody in the world of darts seems safe from this man!

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Seamus Duke ON SPORT

Tribesmen ambush Mayo in Castlebar The beauty and unpredictability of sport that we talk about here every week of the year was clear for all to see in McHale Park in Castlebar on Saturday night last when Galway came with a late scoring burst to ease to a sensational win against Mayo in the Connacht semi-final. Let me say clearly that I certainly didn’t see this coming. In fact I thought that Mayo would win this game easily. I met well-known Roscommon supporter Paddy Joe Burke on Saturday morning and he told me that he was giving Galway a great chance. I thought he was raving,

but he was spot on! Even at half-time when Mayo recovered from being 0-5 to 02 down to go 0-8 to 0-6 ahead, I thought they would pull away and win easily. Even when they went 0-11 to 0-7 ahead early in the second half I thought they would go on and win comfortably. But Galway dug in, got the goal at the vital time and won fairly easily in the finish. Shows you what I know! I have to say I was shocked as how easily Mayo collapsed, especially in the final 20 minutes, but this day was all about Galway.

They had been totally written off. In fact on The Sunday Game the previous week Galway were not mentioned at all. It was going to be a Roscommon v Mayo Connacht final, simple as that. There were stories in the media all last week about unrest in the Galway camp and reports that 52 players had refused to take part in trials for the Galway team. James Horan and others dismissed the chances of Galway in the national media. It must have all been music to the ears of Kevin Walsh as he plotted an ambush – and fair play to him and to Galway.

So what of Mayo? They looked tired and worn out and short of ideas. They may be back at the business end of the championship through the qualifiers, but I am not sure that they will be able for a long campaign through the back door. They had a very strange formation last Saturday with Kevin McLoughlin in defence as a sweeper and Keith Higgins in the half-forward line. It certainly didn’t help Mayo that their two star attackers, Cillian O’Connor and Aidan O’Shea, were very poor on the day.

C r y s t a l B a ll … Ulster SFC Semi-Final: Donegal v Monaghan on Saturday in Breffni Park After last weekend’s cracking game between Cavan and Tyrone, this promises to be another very tight affair in Ulster. Monaghan are an excellent side and with Conor McManus in their ranks they are a very potent force going forward. Donegal have slipped back a bit but are still formidable, with Michael Murphy still driving them on. There are good solid arguments for both teams but I am giving a hesitant vote to Monaghan. Prediction: Monaghan.

Leinster SFC Semi-final: Kildare v Westmeath on Sunday in Croke Park

Ireland could be outBoks-ed!

Ireland’s rugby team face a very difficult third test against South Africa on Saturday and the odds have to be with the home side to win the series now. It looked like Ireland would win the second test last week but South Africa totally overpowered them in the last 20 minutes and that’s a worry as we head for the third test. It has been a brutally long season for the Irish players. Is there one last big performance? Let’s hope so.

Kildare have been really poor so far and have limped into this semi-final with a couple of very mediocre displays. Westmeath are no great shakes either but their onepoint win against Offaly will give them hope. I have a feeling that Westmeath could cause an upset here. Prediction: Westmeath.

Semi-final: Dublin v Meath on Sunday in Croke Park Ten years ago this fixture would have guaranteed a sellout at Croker, however in 2016 the Dubs are miles ahead of Meath in terms of development and ability. We can only hope that Meath will dig in and give the champions a hard time, but they have no hope of beating them. Prediction: Dublin.

All-Ireland SFC Qualifiers (1B) I am going for wins for Offaly (v London), Limerick (v Antrim), Down (v Longford) and Fermanagh (v Wexford).

The Italian Job… Note: I didn’t mention Euro 2016 as the newspaper will be gone to press before we know how Ireland do/did against Italy. I am not expecting much after last Saturday, to be honest. More on that next week.

CHAMPIONSHIP

Note: After a great run over the first few weeks on the predictions front, Galway footballers, Waterford footballers and Carlow footballers let me down last weekend.

Minors in action Clann na nGael v Padraig Pearses: Liam Ward and Padraig Naughton pictured in Johnstown on Saturday evening last. Picture: Andrew Fox

Lowry lacks luck as Dustin breaks duck It just didn’t happen for Shane Lowry on Sunday night. The Clara man was in a great position at the US Open – four shots ahead going into the final round – but it just wasn’t his day. He was unlucky early in the round, and when a

few good shots were not rewarded with birdies, his frustration grew and the shots leaked away. It was only a matter of time before Dustin Johnson would win a major and this was his day. He has had several near-misses in recent

years and it came right for him on Sunday. But Shane Lowry will be back. He is certain to be in this position again and he has proven that he has the temperament for the big day. He is universally popular with fans and players alike and he will

certainly win a major one day. Rory McIlroy is not having a good year but he will be back, for sure. Next it’s the British Open and McIlroy and Shane Lowry will be in contention again.

The result in Castlebar last Saturday certainly changes everything with regard to Roscommon’s preparations for the Connacht final. It will still be a very difficult game for Roscommon, but not as daunting a prospect as a trip to face Mayo in Castlebar. Galway’s most effective line last Saturday was their midfield partnership of Tom Flynn and Paul Conroy and as we all know Roscommon have been struggling in that area all year – so that is one thing that will have to be sorted out. But it is a Connacht final that Roscommon can win if the team are properly tuned in and if we have a gameplan to deal with Galway. More on that in the weeks to come. In the meantime, Roscommon’s minor footballers face Sligo in a difficult looking Connacht Championship quarter-final this weekend in Sligo. The home side are favourites to win the Connacht Championship this year after they had two schools – Summerhill and Tubbercurry – in the Connacht Colleges ‘A’ final. But Roscommon are also a good side and they have prepared well under Kieran Kilkenny and his backroom team. Roscommon have every chance of winning it and progressing to meet Galway in the semi-final.

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GAA Coaching Corner Sponsored by Roscommon People Club mentoring programme Roscommon Coaching and Games Development Club Mentor group were in St Dominic’s GAA club last Thursday night with the course delivered by our tutors. We are back to St Michael’s GAA club for visit two on Friday night July 2nd which will also take in coaching the coaches session and on Friday night July 8th in St Ronan’s GA club for the commencement of their club mentor programme.

Club coaching officers meeting The next County meeting for your club coaching officer to attend is on tonight (Thursday, June 23rd) in the Roscommon GAA Offices at 8.30 pm. It’s important your coaching officer attends as this will be the last meeting before the summer break as there will be no meetings in July or August. On the night the following main items will be discussed: Summer coaching initiatives, club-school link, Roscommon GAA website, coach education, club mentoring programme. There will be other items on the agenda but the above four will form part of our main discussions on the night.

Cul Camp staff training day A GAA Cul Camp training day for the recently appointed Roscommon Coaching and Games Development third level students who will be employed for our camps during July will take place in Roscommon GAA Offices on Thursday June 30th at 11 am.

U-17 football development squad Roscommon U-17 football squad have qualified for the finals weekend of the Cork tournament they have being taken part in and will now head for Cork on Saturday July 16th for their semi-final. So far Roscommon have played Cork, Meath, Kildare and Dublin.

U-15 football development squad Coaching continues this Saturday morning (June 25th) in Fuerty at 11 am.

U-14 football development squad The next stage for our U-14 football development squad continues this Saturday morning (June 25th) and U-14 manager Padraic Mitchell will be in touch with all players and clubs regarding the details.

Wishing our minor team well against Sligo Roscommon Coaching and Games Development would like to wish the Roscommon minor football team and management the very best of luck on this Saturday evening June 25th against Sligo in the Connacht minor football championship quarter final in Sligo at 7 pm. The team have prepared really well and would appreciate plenty of support on the evening.

Four Roads chasing the nine-in-a-row! < SEAMUS DUKE

Kepak Roscommon SHC Round 1 Four Roads v Tremane on Sunday in Athleague at 6 pm (Group A) Four Roads are attempting to win an incredible ninth Roscommon SHC title in a row this year and it is hard to see anyone stopping them. They are short a number of players through injury, and a few that have travelled to the USA, but they can still call on the likes of Mark McLoughlin, Shane Curley, Micheal Kelly, Cathal Dolan, Johnny Moran and Conor Coyle. Without the outstanding Niall Kilroy, Tremane look weak up front. Mike Keaveney, Sean Melia, Warren Boyle and Peter Kellehan are excellent players but they may just come up short against the champions. Prediction: Four Roads. Roscommon Gaels v St. Dominic’s on Sunday in Athleague at 7.30 pm (Group A) Roscommon Gaels will be targeting this game as one they can win. Cillian Egan, Chris Duignan, Gearoid Egan, Gary Waldron, Paul Lennon, Oisin Hession and Niall Tannion are amongst a number of players with plenty of ability. St Dominic’s are an improving team. Ciaran Shaw, Naos Connaughton, Tommy Doyle and

Oran v Pádraig Pearses on Saturday in Athleague at 7.30 pm (Group B) Oran are one of the sides who will be hoping to stop Four Roads’ dominance this year. However Pearses will also have designs on the title and this will be the game of the weekend.

Pearses have plenty of experienced players like Tomas Seale, Shane Naughton, David Dolan, the Donoghues and the Sweeneys. Oran will be hoping that the Kennys, Tom Fetherston, Padraig Crehan, Jerry Fallon and Hugh Rooney will be able to lead from the front. This looks like a very tight game. If Oran can get a full side out they could edge it. Prediction: Oran. Note: Athleague are the other side in Group B. They have a bye this weekend.

Micheál Kelly (Four Roads) in action against Padraig Pearses las season. Picture: Andrew Fox

Five-star Hopkins brings down Kingdom ALL-IRELAND JUNIOR CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP (ROUND ONE) ROSCOMMON

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KERRY Roscommon began their 2016 All-Ireland campaign in fine style in Tralee last Sunday with a five-point

0-8 win against the home side. Roscommon were on top in the opening half and with Kelley Hopkins (2), Niamh

Roscommon Coaching and Games Development personnel ROSCOMMON GAA GAMES MANAGER Willie Hegarty Mobile: 086-8356227 E-Mail: willie.hegarty.gm.roscommon@gaa.ie County Coaching officer Sean Kilbride Mobile: 086-6022990 Email: coachingofficer.roscommon@gaa.ie Games promotion officers FOOTBALL Peter Carney Mobile: 086-8534709 Email: peter.carney.gpo.roscommon@gaa.ie Padraic Mitchell Mobile: 087-3675498 Email: padraic.mitchell.gpo.roscommon@gaa.ie HURLING Proinsias Killion Mobile: 086-8603816 Email: proinsias.killion.gpo.roscommon@gaa.ie

Shane McCormack will lead from the front and they will want to get their campaign off to a winning start in this game. It will be a close one. Prediction: St. Dominic’s.

Kelley Hopkins…starred with 0-5.

Watson,Annette McGeeney and Niamh Coyle on target Roscommon raced into a 07 to 0-2 lead. Then Shauna Fallon scored the only goal of the game five minutes before the break and at half-time Roscommon led by 1-8 to 0-4. Kerry were better with the aid of the breeze in the second half and they reduced the gap to two after 40 minutes but two Annette McGeeney points restored Roscommon’s lead. The sides shared four points late on with Kelley Hopkins on target with two frees and Roscommon held on to make an excellent start to the campaign with Westmeath to come at home in the next round. Roscommon: C Connaughton; A Fallon, P Lennon, A Byrne; S Spillane, E Daly, J Beattie; K Hopkins (0-5), N Coyle (0-1); N Watson (0-1), A McGeeney (0-4), S Fallon (1-0); S O’Brien, R Brennan, N Brennan. Sub: D Regan for Watson.

Provisional minor hurling panel named The Roscommon minor hurling management has announced a provisional panel of 39 players as their summer preparations begin for their All-Ireland ‘B’ quarter-final against Meath at the end of July. Having reached the All-Ireland decider which they lost to Kerry, last year, Roscommon will be hoping they can go one better this summer. The Roscommon set-up will also look to build on solid showings in the Leinster Minor League and the Celtic Challenge Cup already in 2016. Training resumes in Athleague next Monday (7 pm) and all players listed below are requested to attend. Provisional minor panel: Jamie Donoghue, Oisin Kelly, Shane Downey, Karl Feehily, Daniel Glynn, Daniel Staunton, Jamie Curley, Luke Powell, Aaron Carty, Lee Clogher, Eoin Galvin, Dylan Johnson, Aaron Johnson (all Padraig Pearses); John Donoghue, Cormac Coyle, Paddy Kenny, Donnachadh Gately, Brendan Mulry, Aidan Clogher, Sean Clogher, Darragh McCarthy, Johnny Mulry (all Four Roads); John Murray, Michael Feeley, Connell Kennelly, Cormac Miley, Pauric Halpin, Mickey Joe Egan, Conor Grimes, Ethan Connaughton (all St. Dominic’s); Liam Óg Murray, Oisin Lyons, Breen Fallon, Ben McGahon, Eoghan Coyle (all Athleague/Tremane); Ronan Timothy, Matthew Farrell, Brian Diffley (all Oran); Craig Tarmey (Roscommon Gaels).

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Brendan the hero for St Dominic’s Mulryan Construction Roscommon IFC round-up St. Dominics’s 2-13 Oran 1-13 St Dominic’s scored a sweet win when they upset pre-match favourites Oran at Johnstown on Saturday night. It was an exciting game that saw Dominic’s win it with an injury-time goal from Brendan O’Meara. Dominic’s were on top early on, and aided by a goal from Naos Connaughton, they led by 1-7 to 0-6 at the break, and went on to lead by 1-11 to 0-7 with 18 minutes left to play. Oran played their best football after that. Michael Gunning rattled home a goal and points from Adrian Cassidy (2), Cathal Kenny (2) and Gearoid Keenan without reply saw Oran ahead inside the final minute. Conor Fallon then levelled with a pointed free, then Michael Gunning’s free put Oran ahead again. But O’Meara fisted home a goal in dramatic style after great work from Naos Connaughton and then Ultan Kelly’s point secured a famous win for the Knockcroghery side. Scorers – St Dominic’s: C Fallon (0-8), N Connaughton (1-0), B O’Meara (10), U Kelly (0-2), S Farrell, R Byrne, E McCormack (0-1) each. Oran: Michael Gunning (1-3), Mark Gunning, C Kenny, A Cassidy, G Keenan (0-2 each), K Whyte and S Regan (0-1 each). Fuerty 1-7 Tulsk 0-7 Fuerty scored their second win of the IFC when they deservedly beat a much-fancied Tulsk side at Mulhern Park on Sunday. Fuerty were impressive all through and struck for the only goal of the game in the 25th minute when Gearoid Ennis was on target. It helped the home side to a 1-2 to 0-4 lead at half-time. With Niall Kilroy playing well, Fuerty always looked the likely winners and

although Tulsk did threaten to come back into the game on a couple of occasions, Fuerty always looked likely to emerge with the win. Scorers – Fuerty: N Kilroy (0-4), G Ennis (1-0), D Mullin (0-2), P Leahy (0-1). Tulsk: J Conlon (0-4), K Donoghue, T O’Rourke, S McCormack (0-1 each). Kilmore 2-15 Kilbride 0-9 Kilmore turned in a very impressive display at Strokestown to defeat Kilbride on Saturday evening, inspired by a super display from former Roscommon player Paul Garvey, who scored 2-6. Kilmore were in control throughout. Paul Garvey scored an early goal and by half-time they led by 1-9 to 0-3. Conor Devaney was doing his best to lift Kilbride but the game was settled as a contest with 12 minutes left when Paul Garvey scored Kilmore’s second goal. Scorers – Kilmore: P Garvey (2-6), D Connellan (0-3), C Carney and D Feely (0-2 each), D Foley, P Caslin (01 each). Kilbride: C Devaney (0-6), H Walsh, D McDermott and P O’Beirne (0-1 each). Shannon Gaels 1-10 St. Michael’s 0-11 Shannon Gaels won their first intermediate championship game in a number of years at Croghan on Saturday night last. Ciaran Lynch scored an early goal, which got the home side off to a flying start. Michael’s came into the game slowly and with Ronan Cox and Shane Gillespie on target with frees, the Cootehall men narrowed the gap. With five minutes to go there was just a point between the teams but a well-struck ’45 from Fintan Sweeney extended the Gaels’ lead before Liam Murtagh and Niall Conlon exchanged late points to leave Shannon Gaels

ahead by two at the finish. Scorers – C Leydon (0-5), C Lynch (1-1), D Keneghan, S O’Dowd, F Sweeney, L Murtagh (0-1 each). St. Michael’s: S Gillespie and R Cox (0-3 each), P Roche (0-2), K Gilboy, K McDermott and N Conlon (0-1 each). Éire Óg 0-12 Clann na nGael 0-12 Ronan Cahill’s late point gave Eire Og the draw at Loughglynn. Clann led by two points at half-time (0-6 to 0-4), and while Clann were the stronger side in the opening half, Eire Og missed a penalty when Lee Keenan’s shot was saved by Gary Mannion in the 18th minute. Clann then led by 0-10 to 0-4 going

into the final quarter. A late rally from the home side saw them reduce the margin to one with five minutes left and it looked as if the visitors might hang on, but Cahill struck to earn a share of the spoils for Eire Og. Scorers – Eire Og: R Nolan (0-7), Colm Lavin, Ciaran Lavin, R Cahill, P Freeman, L Creaton (0-1) each. Clann na nGael: C Reilly (0-5), M Costello (0-4), I Naughton (0-2), R Naughton (0-1). St. Aidan’s 1-17 St. Barry’s 2-5 St. Aidan’s scored their first championship win in three years when they were far too strong for St. Barry’s at Tar-

monbarry on Saturday evening. The Ballyforan side dominated a onesided first half. Johnny Coyne scored the goal as Aidan’s led by a whopping 13 points at half-time. Ronan McGowan gave Barry’s some hope with an early goal in the second half but Aidan’s were totally on top and Kyle Cawley’s injury-time goal for the home side was of consolation value only. Scorers – St Aidan’s: J Coyne (1-7), P Neary (0-4), J Conroy and E Fallon (02 each), M Donoghue and K Waldron (0-1 each). St Barry’s: R McGowan (11), K Cawley (1-0), F McGowan (0-2), J Bennett and D Cox (0-1 each).

Oran v St. Dominic’s: Conor Fallon evades the challenge of John Concannon. Picture: Andrew Fox

BREAKING BALL

Goalie scores 0-4! Darren O’Malley, the Michael Glavey’s goalkeeper, was the second-highest scorer for his side with 0-4 in their defeat of St. Faithleach’s.

People Sport’s SFC Team of the Week 1. Darren O’Malley

2. Sean Mullooly

5. Seanie McDermott

3. Stephen Flynn

6. David O’Gara

4. Niall McInerney

7. Gary Patterson

8.

… Latest betting hes, here is the revised

Following the weekend’s matc betting for the Roscommon SFC: aig Pearses St. Brigid’s 2/1, Roscommon Gaels 7/2, Padr Boyle 14/1, St. 9/1, Gaels ern West 5/1, l 4/1, Clann na nGae 28/1, St. Faithleach’s 14/1, Strokestown 20/1, Castlerea (Courtesy 66/1. n Elphi 50/1, y’s Glave ael Mich 50/1, Croan’s of Paddy Power)

Garvan Dolan

9.

Daniel Rogers

Clann na nGael v Padraig Pearses: Jamie Brien pictured in Johnstown on Saturday evening last. Picture: Andrew Fox

10.

11.

Frankie Cregg

Donie Shine

13. Andrew Glennon

Long wait ends! 12. Kevin Finn

14.

15.

Senan Kilbride

Niall Higgins

In the IFC it was a good weekend for St. Aidan’s who won their first championship game for three years when they beat St. Barry’s, and also for junior champions Shannon Gaels who won their first intermediate championship game for many years with a good win against St. Michael’s.

Hot Shots Frankie Cregg Kevin Smyth Senan Kilbride Ciarián Murtagh Donie Shine

3-4 1-8 1-6 0-6 0-8

How About That! The game between Strokestown and Elphin must have broken a number of records. There were a total of 7 goals and 26 points scored (33 scores). There were three penalties (two scored) and there were two goals scored in injury-time. The sides kicked 12 wides between them and, for good measure, there were two yellow cards and a black card!

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Strokestown win a classic

Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC STROKESTOWN

3-16

ELPHIN

4-10

game of the weekend It must be a long time since any team scored 410 in a senior championship game and still come out on the losing side, but that was the fate of Elphin in this thrilling and incident-packed game played

at Kilglass last Sunday. Strokestown had the ball in the Elphin net after 15 seconds when Diarmuid McGann blasted home, and points from Colin Compton (2), Ruairi Molloy and Davy Neary saw

‘The Town’ into an eightpoint lead. Elphin slowly came to life and a well-worked goal from Gerry Cregg on the stroke of half-time saw the margin between the teams down to three. It was Strokestown who dominated on the restart and, aided by a goal from a penalty from Kevin Finn, and four points from play, they pulled away again. Yet Elphin were carving out chances. Frankie Cregg scored a fine goal in the 40th minute and his brother, Fintan, then kicked a penalty wide, and with 14

minutes left Strokestown led by seven points. But Elphin came again. Frankie Cregg (who scored 3-4) converted another penalty and a couple of points saw Elphin back in contention. A brace of excellent points from Strokestown steadied the ship and when Sean Mullooly blasted home a mighty goal late on it looked like they had finally shaken off the challenge of Elphin. But in the nature of this incredible game there was a further twist as Frankie Cregg grabbed his third goal soon after Mulloo-

ly’s effort, and another point from Frankie Cregg left only three in it at the end and Strokestown had survived in what was a rip-roaring championship game. Strokestown: J McHugh; K Beirne, S Mullooly (10), D Molloy; D Neary (0-1), T Corcoran (0-1), R Molloy (0-1); D Rogers (02), S Collins; M Hagan, P Brogan, E Molloy (0-1); K Finn (1-4), C Compton (04), D McGann (1-2). Subs: L Kelly for D Molloy (49). N Curley for McHugh (52, black card) Elphin: B Oates; D Cregg, S

Beirne, J Carney; R Beirne (0-1), P O’Connor, M McCaffrey (0-2); C Lenehan, S Killoran; B Higgins, E Tiernan, J Sweeney; Frankie Cregg (3-4), Fin-

tan Cregg (0-3), G Cregg (1-0). Subs: A Murray for Lenehan (22),M Glancy for O’Connor (24),C Fox for Sweeney (46). Referee: Aaron Clogher.

Stat Attack Wides: Strokestown 8; Elphin 4 Yellow Cards: Strokestown 1 (D Molloy); Elphin 1 (B Higgins) Black Cards: Strokesown 1 (J McHugh, 54); Elphin 0 Red Cards: 0 Man of the Match: Frankie Cregg (Elphin)

McDermott leads conquering of St Croan’s Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC (Group B) WESTERN GAELS ST. CROAN’S < SEAMUS DUKE

Western Gaels were always in control of this round two tie played in torrential rain at O’Rourke Park Castlerea last Sunday. Croan’s scored 1-4 in the final quarter and it gave the scoreboard a respectable look from their point of view but they were outclassed for most of what was a disappointing game. Western Gaels, with Seanie McDermott leading from centre-half back, were the dominant force in the early stages and a Cathal Cregg goal after 15 minutes helped them into a 1-3 to 0-1 lead. James McDonnell added a second goal in the 22nd minute and by half-time they led by 2-5 to 0-3 with Kevin Smith Croan’s only scorer with two frees and a point from play. By the 37th minute Western Gaels led by 2-8 to 0-4 and Croan’s looked a beaten docket. But they staged a mini-revival and, helped by a penalty, converted by Kevin Smith in the 43rd minute, they narrowed the gap somewhat, however Western Gaels had done enough to secure victory and Niall Higgins’ free-

2-11 1-9 taking kept the Frenchpark side ticking over. Best for Western Gaels were Seanie McDermott, Cathal Cregg, Niall Higgins, Niall Murray and the returning Kevin Higgins. Best for a disappointing Croan’s side were Gregory Grogan, Ross Timothy and Kevin Smith. Western Gaels: Padraig Cummins; Sean Conroy, Michael Higgins, Brian Cafferky; Thomas Mahon, Seanie McDermott (0-2), Eamon Ryan; Niall Murray, John Duffy; Kevin Higgins, James McDonnell (1-1), Donal Ward; Niall Higgins (0-7, 6 frees), Cathal Cregg (1-1), Tommy Gill. Subs: Barry Creighton for Gill (46), Tommy Gill for Conroy (black card 63). St. Croan’s: Vincent Egan; Thomas Mockler, Gregory Grogan (0-1), Keith Keenan; Philip Leech, Ross Timothy, Derek Conway; James Connaughton, Michael Holland; Maurice Connaughton, Kevin Smyth (1-8, 1-0 pen, 7 frees), Robbie Keenan; Cathal Connolly, Brian Mullin, Shane Smyth. Sub: Alan Hurley for Mullin (13). Referee: Francie Keane.

Stat Attack Wides: Western Gaels 6; St. Croan’s 4 Yellow Cards: Western Gaels 4 (Niall Murray 7, James McDonnell 22, Donal Ward 37, Sean Carroll 59); St. Croan’s 6 (Cathal Connolly 5, Tommy Garvey 31, Philip Leech 35, Michael Holland 46, Ross Timothy 50, Thomas Mockler 56) Black Cards: Western Gaels 1 Sean Conroy (63); St. Croan’s 0 Red Cards: 0 Man of the Match: Seanie McDermott

Clann na nGael v Padraig Pearses: Ruairi McManus has his progress toward goal halted. Picture: Andrew Fox

Champions Clann Shine Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC CLANN NA NGAEL PADRAIG PEARSES Champions Clann na nGael got their championship challenge back on track in no uncertain terms when they were far too strong for a disappointing Pearses outfit at Johnstown on Saturday night last. Donie Shine was in deadly accurate form as the home side dominated the exchanges for most of the game.

0-16 0-7 It was low scoring early on and by half-time Clann were five points to the good (0-8 to 0-3) with Donie Shine scoring three points from placed balls including two ‘45’s. Clann continued to boss things after the break and there was a worry for Roscommon supporters as Pearses county defender

Davy Murray had to go off with a serious looking shoulder injury. Points for Clann from Donie Shine and from Jamie Fahy, Cian McManus and Shane Pettit sealed the deal for Clann. Best for Clann were David Flynn, Jack Connaughton, Cathal Callinan, Cian McManus and Donie Shine while for a disappointing Pearses outfit Niall Daly, Aaron Fehily and Emmett Kelly were best. Clann na nGael: R O’Reilly; D Pettit, S Flynn,

R Gavin; J Connaughton (0-1), D Flynn, E Kenny (0-1); C Shine, G Pettit; C Callinan, D Shine (0-8), D Connaughton; C McManus (0-3), R McManus, U Harney (0-1). Subs: J

Dunning for Harney (40), S Pettit (0-10 for D Pettit, J Fahy (0-1) for R McManus (52), A Reilly for Kenny (53), S McManus for D Connaughton (59). Referee: Declan Hunt.

Stat Attack Wides: Clann 14; Pearses 3 Yellow Cards: Clann – 2 (C McManus, G Pettit); Pearses 1 (E Donoghue) Black cards: 0 Red Cards: 0 Man of the Match: David Flynn (Clann na nGael)

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Senan’s strikes made it bleak for Boyle Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC (Group A) ST. BRIGID’S

5-13

BOYLE < SEAMUS DUKE

After an opening round defeat to Pearses, St. Brigid’s needed to get a win under their belts in this tie at Kiltoom on Friday night last and, without at least six first team regulars, they answered the call in emphatic fashion, running out very easy winners against a very disappointing Boyle side. Senan Kilbride, who didn’t play against Pearses,

1-9 was back in the Brigid’s attack and he ran the show with a devastating display of finishing and attacking play. Kilbride and his ‘partner in crime’ Karol Mannion led the Boyle defence a merry dance from the first whistle to the last. With Garvan Dolan and Darragh Donnelly dominating at midfield, St. Brigid’s were in control from the start of the game. Enda Smith pointed a free for Boyle in the 4th minute

but once Jack McDonnell crashed home Brigid’s first goal in the 6th minute after Senan Kilbride’s free hit a post, it was one-way traffic. Senan Kilbride added another well-taken goal in the 21st minute and at halftime Brigid’s led by 2-5 to 0-4. Brigid’s continued to dominate on the restart and although Boyle tried hard they could never come to terms with the twin threats of Senan Kilbride and Karol Mannion. Donie Smith scored a fine goal in the 39th minute and twice Boyle reduced the margin to six. But further goals from Darren Dolan in the 41st minute (again

set up by Senan Kilbride), Karol Mannion from a penalty in the 54th minute after Senan Kilbride was fouled, and Jamie Gallagher in the second minute of injury-time, sealed an emphatic win for Frankie Dolan’s men. After a poor start to the championship against Pearses, Brigid’s are back in business. For Boyle, there could be no complaints on the night. Best for Brigid’s were Niall McInerney, Garvan Dolan, Darren Dolan, Niall Grehan, Karl Mannion and Senan Kilbride, while for Boyle, Tadhg McKenna, Enda Smith, Donie Smith

and David Callaghan were best. St. Brigid’s: Shane Mannion; Robbie Kelly, Niall McInerney, Jamie Gallagher (1-0); Darragh Sheehy, Niall Grehan, Robbie Fallon; Garvan Dolan (0-2), Darragh Donnelly; Eoin Sheehy, Darren Dolan (12), David Cunniffe; Jack McDonnell (1-0), Karol Mannion (1-3, 1-0 pen, 2 frees), Senan Kilbride (1-6, 2 frees). Subs: John Cunningham for McDonnell (15), Adrian Gleeson for Darren Dolan (48), Martin Nolan for E Sheehy (55), Johnny Murray for R Fallon (56), Conor McNiece for Donnelly (58).

Boyle: Tadhg Lowe; Aaron Sharkey, Killian Cox, Conor McGowan; Michael Hanmore, Sean Purcell, Tadhg McKenna; Kieran Cox, Enda Smith (0-4, 2 frees); Mark O’Connor, Roch Hanmore, Gareth Gilmartin; Colin Goldrick,

Donie Smith (1-4, 4 frees), David Callaghan (0-1). Subs: Jim Suffin for Gilmartin (30), Cian Beirne for Goldrick (47), Mark Goldrick for McKenna (59). Referee: Kevin Naughton (Clann na nGael).

Stat Attack Wides: St. Brigid’s 6; Boyle 6 Yellow Cards: St. Brigid’s 3 (Darren Dolan 44, Garvan Dolan 49, Darragh Donnelly 51); Boyle 3 (Enda Smith 11, Seanie Purcell 33, Conor McGowan 44) Black Cards: 0 Red Cards: Boyle 1 Aaron Sharkey (44); St. Brigid’s: 0 Man of the Match: Senan Kilbride (St. Brigid’s)

Glennon goal sets Glavey’s on their way Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC (Group B) MICHAEL GLAVEY’S

3-10

ST. FAITHLEACH’S

1-12

Michael Glavey’s scored an excellent win against the odds at Strokestown when they overcame a disappointing St. Faithleach’s side on Saturday evening. Glavey’s were clearly up for the contest and Andrew Glennon fired home a fine goal after five minutes and it helped the Intermediate champions from last year into an early five-point lead. Faithleach’s were slow to start and were hit by another blow in the 16th minute when Ronan Murphy scored another Glavey’s goal. But shortly after that Faithleach’s were back in the game when Alan Kenny was fouled and Ciaráin Murtagh scored with the resultant penalty. Murtagh (2) and David Rooney with further scores for Faithleach’s meant that there was only three points in the contest at half-time. Two further points from Ciaráin Murtagh and another from Brian Murtagh saw the sides level early in

the second half. But two points from placed balls from Darren O’Malley and a goal from a penalty converted by the impressive Gary Patterson settled Glavey’s once again. Faithleach’s scored a few points towards the finish but Glavey’s had done enough to secure their first win in the senior championship for many years. Michael Glavey’s: D O’Malley (0-4); N Morris, S Markham, D Frayne; P Morris, J Finan, G Patterson (1-0); C Hussey, C Fitzmaurice; S Burke (0-3), G Fagan, S Comer; R Murphy (1-0), A Glennon (1-3), S Fagan. Subs: T Murphy for G Fagan, T Keane for Murphy, L McDermott for Comer. St. Faithleach’s: A Manning; B Scally, C Gunn, M Cox; C McCormack, H Kenny, J Walsh; D Murray, B Murtagh (0-1); S Ormsby, C Murtagh (16), S Rooney (0-1); J Quigley, A Kenny, D Hussey (0-3). Subs: D Foley (0-1) for Quigley, J Hussey for A Kenny. Referee: Paul Daly.

Stat Attack Wides: Michael Glavey’s 9; St Faithleach’s 9 Yellow Cards: Michael Glavey’s 2 (S Burke, R Murphy); St Faithleach’s 0 Black Cards: 0 Red Cards: 0 Man of the Match: Gary Patterson (Michael Glavey’s)

Roscommon Gaels v Castlerea: Ross Oates evades a number of tackles. Picture: Andrew Fox

Roscommon Gaels best in a forgettable encounter Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC (Group A) ROSCOMMON GAELS CASTLEREA ST. KEVIN’S < SEAMUS DUKE

When the highlights reel for the 2016 Roscommon SFC is shown, this game will definitely not feature as Roscommon Gaels limped over the line against a Castlerea side who could have caused a shock if they had taken the chances they missed in a terrible first half. In the end the Gaels had superior firepower and, short a number of injured players, they will be happy to have two wins out of two games. The first half was dire. Castlerea had far more possession but they shot

0-11 0-7 a total of nine wides in the half, many from scoreable positions. The story of the firsthalf scoring is a short one. Christy Dineen kicked three points for Castlerea (two from frees), while Roscommon Gaels’ only scorer was James McDermott, in the 14th minute. Half-time score: Castlerea 0-3 Roscommon Gaels 01. The Gaels were somewhat better in the second half and with David O’Gara doing well at centre halfback they started to make it pay on the scoreboard. Points from Enda Lannon (2, 1 free), Ollie Hannon,

Ciaran Kilcline and sub John Nolan helped them into a 0-6 to 0-4 lead by the 42nd minute. But the Gaels could not shake off a dogged home side and twice the gap was narrowed to one as Christy Dineen’s accurate free-taking was a major factor for Castlerea. With 60 minutes gone the score was 0-8 to 0-7 in favour of the Gaels, but they added three points in two minutes in injury-time to seal the win with Johnny Conteh, Kevin O’Gara and Ciaran Kilcline on target. They will have to improve if they want to be a factor at the business end of the championship. Best for the Gaels were John McManus, David O’Gara, Kevin O’Gara and Enda Lannon, while

for Castlerea, Christy Dineen, Cathal Dineen and Ger Heneghan were most effective on the day. Roscommon Gaels: William O’Doherty; Kevin Kilcline, John McManus, Ryan Horan; Kevin O’Gara (0-1), David O’Gara, Ronan Gleeson; James McDermott (0-1), Ciaran Kilcline (0-3); Aidan Duignan, Enda Lannon (0-3, 2 frees), Brian Kelly; Ollie Hannon (0-1), Johnny Conteh (0-1), Cillian Egan. Subs: John Nolan (0-1) for Hannon (37).

Castlerea St. Kevin’s: Geoffrey Claffey; Eddie Creaton, Niall Collins, David Flahive; Cathal Dineen, Fintan Kelly, Declan Creaton; Joe Henry, Ronan Raftery; Sean Ryan, Enda Kenny, Hugh Rooney; Christy Dineen (0-5, 4 frees), Ger Heneghan (01, free), Darren McDermott. Subs: Conor Casey for Raftery (26), Eoin O’Connell (0-1) for Flahive (37), Patrick Gunning for Kenny (42), Gareth McElhone for Ryan (55). Referee: Damien Wallace.

Stat Attack Wides: Roscommon Gaels 8; Castlerea St. Kevin’s 11 Yellow Cards: Roscommon Gaels 1 (Ciaran Kilcline 52); Castlerea St. Kevin’s 1 (Ger Heneghan 41) Black Cards: 0 Red Cards: 0 Man of the match: David O’Gara

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