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Minister Denis Naughten says he has reiterated to Health Minister Harris that there can be no threat to the A&E Department in Ballinasloe, while Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice says his constituency colleague (Minister Naughten) would have to resign from Cabinet if the feared downgrading does go ahead.

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Emergency trauma services are to be permanently axed from Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe, according to the Sunday Business Post. The newspaper reported that, under new plans being drawn up, nine hospitals around the country would no longer treat patients who have been in c2ar crashes, had serious falls, head injuries, broken limbs or major wounds. Such a report is being prepared by the Trauma Steering Group, the Post said, which is charged with developing a policy for a national trauma network. The Portiuncula facility was one of the hospitals on the ‘hit list’. Local politicians have pledged to oppose any such plans. Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment, said that any proposal for the closure of the Emergency Department in Ballinasloe would not be tolerated. “This issue also arose during the talks on the formation of a government,” he said. “I was given specific assurance that there would be no downgrading of the A&E and I have reiterated this to the new Minister for Health, Simon Harris.” Similarly, Michael Fitzmaurice, an Independent TD, also said that he would not tolerare a downgrade of the facility. “Local ministers should be prepared to resign from Government if that ever became a reality,” he said. “It was agreed at the talks on the programme for government that there would be no threat to the A&E services at Portiuncula and I expect that the Government will stick to that agreement.” Senator Maura Hopkins, of Fine Gael, said that she had also been in contact with Minister Harris and received assurances. “The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, which represents all surgeons in the country, asked that a review take place at their last AGM examining management of trauma injuries in our hospitals – for

example, a severe head injury,” Senator Hopkins said. She said that Leo Varadkar, the former Minister for Health, agreed to this request and established the Trauma Steering Group to examine the issue. She said that the group’s report would probably not be presented to Minister Harris until the end of the year. “There are no plans to remove A&E services from Portiuncula Hospital,” Senator Hopkins added.

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The Stonecourt Centre in Roscommon town has been classified as a “potentially dangerous building”, with “serious fire safety deficiencies”. The landmark building, formerly a jail, was opened in its current guise in 1999 and presently accommodates about ten businesses as well as some residential apartments. On July 8th, Roscommon County Council served a warning letter to the owners of the centre indicating that unless remedial works were carried out by next Monday, July 18th, it could face closure. A copy of the letter, written by John Keane, the Chief Fire Officer, was obtained (from a business source) by the Roscommon People. The correspondence notes that a recent fire safety inspection found several problems with the complex. “The report offers no clear opinion as to the effectiveness of existing systems in the building to prevent and warn of a fire or how the occupants are protected in the event of a fire occurring within the structure,” Mr. Keane wrote. He said that the ‘one-day visual inspection’ highlighted a “number of serious fire safety deficiencies”, including issues with cavity, unprotected structural steelwork and the escape strairs. Mr. Keane also notes that there ‘construction issues’, including: “Unapproved enclosed atrium design apparently without any smoke control or

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(At least it wasn’t Jeremy Kyle or Judge Judy, the television viewing that hospital patients are doomed to endure, from my observation over the years). When the prisoner came in, most of us looked up and began to watch his movements with interest. He was young, covered in tattoos, including all over his head. Quite stylish ones on his head actually. He had two officers with him, one of them handcuffed to him, the other never more than a few feet away. The prisoners you see in A&E never seem to sit still and usually have too much to say when their details are being taken at reception. They always want to go to the toilet or get a cigarette. I suppose it’s no fun being handcuffed to a burly man, is it? Surely not! After a few minutes, this prisoner sat beside an old lady. She moved her handbag from one side of her chair to the other. The young man in the Barcelona shirt resumed reading The Sun. I chatted to two men about the health service. ‘It never changes’ we agreed. Bad Connacht final. Chaotic health service. I thought of all the ministers who have presided over the crisis. The ones I can trip off my tongue…Mary Harney. Micheal Martin. James Reilly. Leo Varadkar. Simon Harris. Before Minister Harris was born, his predecessors were solemnly telling us they would sort out our health service. Ambulances kept arriving. A group of about ten relatives, all good-humoured, appeared in a blur of activity and managed to gain entry to the actual A&E Unit. The prisoner went for a walk outside, with handcuffs and first officer in tow, with second officer walking three paces behind. I looked at the two men beside me. We agreed that we’re paying for it all. “It’s us that’s paying for that now.” Tattoo Man 1, Taxpayer 0. A younger woman came back from the coffee machine with a cuppa for the older woman who had been sitting beside the tattooed prisoner. The older woman got all animated and began to describe the prisoner’s haircut to the younger woman. We got called for the X-ray at about 5 pm. It’s a beautiful moment, that moment when they call you from amongst the solemn faces in a hospital waiting room. We had been looked after by a lovely nurse (a Rossie) earlier. Now the staff in ‘X-ray’ were just as kind. There were stickers for our five-year-old son, and lots of jokes.

After getting the X-ray, we had to wait a little longer before being brought deep into the A&E Unit to get some feedback from a very nice doctor. It genuinely was like a scene from Casualty or Greys Anatomy. In terms of its layout, this is a typical A&E Department. A reception in the centre of the unit. Cubicles and small rooms all around. But there was hardly any space. Staff were weaving in and out, busy and committed, but what really stood out was the (mostly) old people on the trolleys, squeezed against walls, a pitiful sight. Dignity denied. Our old people pressed in against walls on trolleys in full view of strangers. The political establishment’s message to our elderly? Er…sorry. Younger relatives pressed tightly against the trolleys, checking their mobiles, silence and controlled clamour merging. By about 6.30 pm, we were ready for home, minor issue addressed. The staff, without exception, had been great – in both Roscommon and Ballinasloe. And in the GP’s! As we left the A&E Unit, I glanced back into the waiting room. Both of the men who had been waiting since 11.30 were still there. They were there seven hours at that point. They’d had their bloods checked, but were still waiting for follow-up attention. No sign of the prisoner that we were sponsoring. We were all prisoners of the (health) system in the afternoon in question. Back at our car, our son sat into his seat after his exciting day. I put €2 into the machine to lift the barrier and free our car back into the world. It was an honour to contribute two more euro to help the latest Health Minister try and sort out our health service. As I drove from the hospital grounds, I turned the radio on. A Dr. Hickey from Sligo was discussing a story from the previous day’s Sunday Business Post. It dealt with an alleged threat to the future of some A&Es, or at least to their trauma services. One of them was the one behind me: Portiuncula. To paraphrase tennis great John McEnroe, they cannot be serious! They came for Roscommon five years ago – surely they can’t come and take Portiuncula too? We drove home to Roscommon. Later, I passed the Urgent Care Centre. It was born five years ago today. It used to be our A&E. Thanks Enda. Thanks James. Thanks for nothing.

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No funding will be available to build the new Rehabilitation Unit at Roscommon University Hospital until after 2020, the Secretary-General of the Department of Health has said. Documentation released by the Department under the Freedom of Information Act confirms that construction work on the €7.85 million facility has been very significantly delayed. In May of last year, the Health Service Executive approved funding for the ten-bed unit, which would operate as a satellite centre for the National Rehabilitation Unit in Dun Laoghaire. However, last month, Dr. Gerry O’Mara, a Consultant at Roscommon University Hospital, raised fears that funding for the unit had been pulled. At the time, the Health Service Executive said that although no funding could be allocated towards the project this year as part of the 2016-21 Capital Plan, it was intended to commence the project “later in the programme”.

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Yet it now appears that the project has been held up by at least several years. On April 21st, Jim Breslin, the Secretary-General, wrote to Denis Naughten, now the Minister for Communications, Climate Acton and the Environment, to reveal that no funding would be available for the rehab unit for at least five years. “The Saolta Group has advised that the spatial plan for Roscommon Hospital developed by HSE West estates department was discussed and approved at the Saolta estates committee in the first quarter of the year,” he said.

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“The next step will be to establish a project team with involvement of hospital and estates personnel and this is currently underway. “I am advised that funding provision has not been made in the HSE Capital Plan for this project up to 2020.” At the time, Mr. Naughten, an Independent TD, had not been appointed as a Minister because the new Government had not been formed. When Dr. O’Mara’s comments about the pulling of funding were published, it prompted local politicians to contact the Department to express their concerns. An email from one department official, named Christina MacCarthy, notes: “Senator Frank Feighan rang HSE estates west about the proposed new rehab unit at Roscommon CH (County Hospital). “He was told funding would not be available before 2020.” Representations were also made on behalf of Michael Fitzmaurice, an Independent TD, and Senator Maura Hopkins, of Fine Gael.

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A public meeting will be held in Rahara next Monday night, July 18th, to discuss the ongoing flooding crisis in the area. The meeting, which will be held in Rahara National School (9 pm), is being hosted by Tommy Carney and Mary O’Meara, two flood victims. Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, has been invited, as have other TDs, senators and councillors. “The public are all invited as well,” local councillor Laurence Fallon, an Independent, said. “Certainly anybody that has been affected by the flooding would be most welcome to attend.” Since the beginning of the year, a round-the-clock floodrelief effort has been underway at Rahara to prevent homes from being flooded. The root of the problem is that Lough Funshinagh rose to 4 ft. higher than ever

before over the winter, according to reports. Despite the summer arriving, it has receded by about only one

and a half foot since then. “A solution to the problem is what we are looking for,” Cllr. Fallon said.

Urgent action needed on ﬂooding – Fitzmaurice Michael Fitzmaurice, an Independent TD, has said that urgent action must be taken on all flood-hit areas to prevent a recurrence of last winter’s crisis. “It has come to my attention that the levels on the River Shannon in the Clonown and Athlone areas are nine inches higher than they should be at this time of the year,” he said. He called on Seán Canney, the Minister of State for Flood Relief, to instruct the ESB to let enough water go downstream to prevent any summer flooding. “I also note that the GSI (Geological Survey of Ireland) have been carrying out a survey on the turloughs in Co. Roscommon,” Deputy Fitzmaurice. “There is also work going on in that regard at university level with regard to surveys, and I hope that this work can be completed as soon as possible because we do not want a repeat of what happened last winter. “I will continue to work hard on this important matter until a solution is found.”

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council intends to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed: L1812 (County Home Road) From Railway Crossing to junction with L1814 (Ballinagard Road) Period of Closure: 6.00 am on Monday 15th August 2016 to 5.00 pm on Saturday 27th August, 2016. Alternative Routes: Traffic travelling south from Scrine Cross on the L1812 to Roscommon town will divert left onto the Ballinagard road (L1814) and then turn right for Roscommon at the junction of L1812 with the N63 (Athleague/ Roscommon Rd.) Traffic travelling North to Scrine cross will take the left turn for the Ballinagard Rd L1812 on the N63 (Athleague/ Roscommon Rd) and then turn right onto the L1812 with its junction with the L1814. Reason for Closures: To facilitate Repairs along the River Jiggy. Eugene Dwyer Head of Roads & Transportation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL SOCIAL HOUSING ASSESSMENT 2016 Roscommon County Council will shortly carry out a Social Housing Assessment in accordance with Section 21 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2009. Persons who wish to be included in the Assessment should submit a completed Housing Application Form to the undersigned not later than Friday 5th August, 2016. Application forms are available from the Housing Department, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon. Persons who have already applied for Social Housing prior to the 21st September, 2015 and have been notified that their names have been placed on the approved waiting list, will be required to complete a form to update their information and provide documentary supporting evidence and return to Roscommon County Council, Housing Department, Aras an Chontae, Roscommon on or before Friday, 5th August, 2016. If you fail to return this information within the specified time period your application for Social Housing will be terminated and therefore, you will not be considered for future offers of Social Housing Support. Roscommon County Council is subject to the provision of the Freedom of Information Act, 1997.

Local Property Tax-Public Consultation Process NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF SETTING A LOCAL ADJUSTMENT FACTOR The Finance (Local Property Tax) Act 2012 (as amended), makes specific provision that elected members of a local authority may pass a formal resolution to vary the basic rate of the Local Property Tax for their administrative area by a percentage known as the local adjustment factor. At the meeting set by Roscommon County Council to consider this matter, the members may set a local adjustment factor within the range of +/- 15% of the basic rate, or, may decide not to adjust the basic rate. Roscommon County Council will meet on 26th of September 2016 to consider the setting of a local adjustment factor. Roscommon County Council welcomes written submissions from the public on this matter specifically covering the potential effects of varying the basic rate of the Local Property Tax on businesses, individuals and on local authority services. Submissions must be received by 12th August 2016 and be sent to: Local Property Tax Consultation, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon or lpt@roscommoncoco.ie Signed: Eugene Cummins Chief Executive Dated: 12/07/2016

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council has decided to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Roads to be closed: L 14253 (Cul de Sac) at its eastern end for a distance of 350 metres in the townland of Ballyduffy, Strokestown. Period of Closure: From Sunday 31st July, 2016 to Sunday 30th April, 2017 Reason for Closures: To facilitate construction of Sliabh Bawn Wind Farm Eugene Dwyer Head of Roads & Transportation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98

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I don’t visit Roscommon Mart very often, I must admit, but when I do it’s usually because something a little bit unique is happening. This time it was to find out more about the return of a clock from the 1960s. Padraig Nolan met me in the car park and led me inside. “There it is, but the other fella isn’t here yet,” he said. The ‘other fella’ was Freddie Shaw, the man who got the clock working again. Padraig gives me the background to this story with a happy ending: “I remember this clock just above ring one there,” he points towards advertising for a forestry company. “I’ve asked some of the older staff, but they don’t remember it. I remember it. I used to look up at it while I was working and think ‘that thing will never go!’” The clock itself has a blue cross on the face and is electric, which Padraig tells me was a rarity back then. It has been placed in a wooden case for protection, but the actual clock casing is enamel. According to Roscommon Mart manager, Maura Quigley, it was found by chance. “We were getting rid of some old stuff upstairs and we found it. Padraig said he remembered it from the 1960s.”

Padraig gives a more exact timeframe and tells me how it came to be restored. “I remember it from about 1963. Freddie Shaw was born in Mount Talbot and drives home once a year from England in his mini. He’s a, what you call a man who fixes clocks?” Maura interjects “A horologist, is it?” Padraig continues: “Anyway, he took it and fixed it and arrived back with it recently. Declan Lavin from Frenchpark restored the casing. It’s just a pity Freddie isn’t here today, he’s a very interesting character!” Freddie Shaw the horologist (man who fixes clocks) never showed on the day (due to a simple misunderstanding, we subsequently discovered) but from what I gathered from Padraig he certainly seems like an interesting character. Born in Mount Talbot, he is over 80 years old and left Ireland to join the British Army. Following military service he was part of a jazz band and now he returns to Roscommon once a year in his mini. Meanwhile, the return to working order of the clock certainly meant a lot to Padraig Nolan. The elusive horologist from Mount Talbot, Freddie Shaw, has accomplished what many would like to do – and turned back time at Roscommon Mart.

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The thriving area of Monksland received another huge economic boost last weekend when it was announced that 50 jobs would be created through the expansion of a pharmaceuticals plant. The news was part of a €100 million investment by Alexion Pharmaceuticals in a significant expansion of its Athlone operations. It will mean that more than 100 people will be employed at the site. The company has lodged a planning application with Roscommon County Council to build a new biologics manufacturing facility at the site, where the new jobs will be based. The plant would be 6,025 sq. m. (about 64,800 sq. ft.), spead over a three-storey building, while there would also be 70 additional car parking spaces. “Alexion is delighted to announce this additional expansion to our existing Athlone site as we deliver upon our mission to transform the lives of patients with ultra-rare diseases,” Julie O’Neill, the Executive Vice-President of global operations Pictured at the Alexion €100 million investment announcement was, from left: Julie O’Neill, the executive vice-president of Global Operations at Alexion; Denis Naughten, the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment; and Grainne McAleese, the general manager of Alexion in Ireland. Picture: Keith Arkins. at Alexion, said. “Ireland is a key location for Alexion’s global operations and we are committed to further developing our manufacturing facilities in the country to support increasing production needs of our highly innovative and life-transforming therapies.” Athlone IT to assist local people in technology will undoubtedly open up that the announcement strengthened < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY The new facility demonstrates Alexion’s continfilling these roles,” Denis Naughen, new career opportunities locally.” Alexion’s continued commitment to ued commitment to Ireland and to Athlone since the Minister for Communications, He said that Monksland was Athlone. “It is a good news story for Local politicians have warmly first announcing a presence in the area in 2013. Climate Action and the Environment, becoming the ‘biopharma centre of Athlone and surrounding areas as welcomed the news that 50 jobs The current Athlone site houses a vial fill-finish said. the country’. many people from Co. Roscommon are to be created by Alexion facility. “Alexion’s work focuses on “It is now important that we build are already employed at the facility, Pharmaceuticals’ at Monksland. “We already have a well-established presence in developing therapies for patients on this expertise to attract further and hopefully this investment will “What is even more positive is the Athlone since 2013, with a great local workforce, with rare disorders and confirmation investment into other local towns,” also result in more employment fact that the company is determined and we are firmly committed to this region going that the company will collaborate Minister Naughten said. opportunities for people in the to try to recruit staff locally and will forward,” Gráinne McAleese, the General Manager with local schools and the institute of Eugene Murphy, a Fianna Fáil TD, said Roscommon area,” he said. provide the required training in of Alexion Ireland, said.

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Is there a dark cloud hanging over Ireland’s animal welfare policy? Last week marked the fourth anniversary of Farm Safety Week; a wonderful initiative aimed at saving lives. And, as it was launched with a fanfare of hints, tips and themed resources around ways to prevent accidents, promote awareness and offer guidance to the farming community in order to stem the occurrences of incidents on Irish farms, members of our Defence Forces, brandishing high velocity refiles, landed on John Hoey’s farm in Carrickmacross, County Monaghan and – according to an observer’s video footage I viewed on several online news sites – opened fire and fatally, shockingly, blasted five heifers to death! Now I do know this farm is the subject of bankruptcy proceedings and yes, there’s conflicting stories surrounding this debacle, but, as I wasn’t present, I don’t know who to believe. I just saw the video.

However, the Irish Independent reports, ‘The official bankruptcy assignee, Chris Lehane, said that the Defence Forces were called in to assist with the cull after all other possibilities were “exhausted”.’ However, as someone who has worked with Ireland’s largest and oldest animal welfare shelter for many years, someone who has had to tackle distressed large animals in order to bring them to safety, I have some questions. I’d like to know what other alternatives/avenues were ‘exhausted’? Was a District Veterinary Officer (DVO) on site, and if so, did he/she examine the cattle and, if their slaughter was deemed inevitable, why didn’t the DVO carry out a controlled and humane method of ending their lives in private; one by one, rather than en masse, leaving them bleeding in agony on the side of the road? From what I observed, (again I wasn’t there), the footage shows these animals being shot at will, throughout the body, re-

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sulting in a slow, painful, horrific, inhumane death at the hands of untrained animal welfare officers/ veterinarians because our Defence Forces, wonderful though they are, and I’ve enormous respect for them, are trained snipers, prepared for combat – they’re not James Herriot; nor are they glorified bouncers; lackeys, available at the beck and call of bailiffs! The Indo also reports: ‘The farm has been visited over several weeks with extensive TB testing carried out with the Department of Agriculture,’ quoting receiver

Mr Lehane as saying: “The results of those tests proved positive in the herd, greatly restricting what I could do with the animals.” Yep, I agree, one hundred per cent; the outbreak of TB is catastrophic to other herds, humans and wildlife; I won’t go into detail. However, here’s what’s troubling me folks; you see, according to Lehane: “The cattle were in large fields and were wild and dangerous.” So how did he manage to get them to remain calm while he tested them for TB…I assume they were tested? And couldn’t he have

used the same method to corral them last week and humanely euthanise them? Hasn’t anyone heard of tranquiliser darts? In addition, The Irish Times reports: ‘Most of Mr Hoey’s herd was removed from the farm, but five animals proved difficult to catch and, with the approval of the Department of Agriculture, were shot in situ.’ Now, this leads me to ask if the receiver just couldn’t be axxed corralling the ‘difficult to catch’ cattle and took the lazy option to annihilate them? Also, if there was indeed TB in

the herd, why were the rest of the cattle removed off site? You see, something stinks here and it’s not pungent smell of nitro-glycerine! This monstrous display of cruel, unusual, abhorrent behaviour by our authorities and those who should know better has made world headlines, with the BBC broadcasting it to all and sundry, highlighting just how horrifically some individuals/ organisations treat helpless, innocent animals. Those who instigated it should be utterly ashamed of themselves. I’m sorry John Hoey got into financial difficulties and lost his possessions; life is bloody hard, but a decision to massacre these beautiful, helpless cattle in such a horrendous fashion without apparently any thought for the safety of those nearby, or for the welfare of the animals is very destabilising for our society.

It’s just emotions that’s taking them over! It was a case of 50 shades of grey last week…grey hair that is, as aul lads across the sporting fraternity got totes emosh over the game. First we had soccer stalwart (and my former Evening Herald colleague) Johnny Giles leaving his post, or rather getting the red card from RTE, who appear to have made a right balls of things by not renew-

ing his contract, bringing the 75-year-old veteran’s 31-year association with the station to a sad end. The move resulted in (sometimes) grumpy grinch Eamon Dunphy touchingly calling his old friend, “the greatest football man we’ve ever had and nearly that’s ever been on these islands.” Aaahh Eamo, how generous…bless. Then we had a classic ‘get

a room’ moment as injured Ronaldo, wallowing in a Paul Gascoigne(esque) whingefest, got locked in an embrace with his mentor, grizzled Scot and erstwhile Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson, as, practically skinny-dipping in each others’ tears, the pair celebrated underdog Portugal’s Euro final triumph. Seriously lads, get a grip, I can’t handle this mush!

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Duck Race postponed! Due to the replay of the Connacht Final this Sunday (July 17th), Castlecoote Tidy Towns have decided to postpone their annual ‘Duck Race’ in support of Roscommon footballers and we wish them the best of luck. Our duck race will take place in August. Thanks to everyone who supports Tidy Towns.

Famore NS set for school reunion Past-pupils of Famore National School from as far as Australia, USA and Great Britain will be amongst those attending the school reunion in the Hodson Bay Hotel, Kiltoom, Athlone, on Saturday, August 13th. Those wishing to attend are asked to respond by email to FamoreNS. Reunion2016@gmail.com, text or phone Tommy Dolan on 0864493871 before August 1st. The activities of the evening will commence in the hotel with the celebration of a Mass in memory of deceased past pupils, parents and teachers at 6 pm. There will be a display of photographs, articles and memorabilia associated with the life of the school up until its closure in July of 1981 in the banqueting room. Past-pupils who have old photographs or other items are requested to bring them along to the event or post them to: Tommy Dolan, 7 Willow Road, Connell Drive, Newbridge, Co. Kildare, prior to August 13th.

Ballaghaderreen Lake and Legends Festival Ballaghaderreen Lake and Legends Festival will take place from July 22nd to 24th at The Shambles. Events include Family Fun Day, Dog Show, Turf Throwing, Teen Disco with DJ Justiy of iRadio, live music with John McNicholl, Johnny Brady and Regina McDermott. For more information please see local media and Lake and Legends Festival on Facebook or contact Community Resource Centre, The Shambles, Market Street, Ballaghaderreen Co. Roscommon. Tel 094 9862565 or www. northwestroscommoncdp.ie.

Annual Cemetery Mass in Fuerty Annual Cemetery Mass in Fuerty Cemetery will take place next Friday (22nd July). All are welcome to participate in the Mass and to remember and pray for their relatives and friends who are buried in Fuerty Cemetery, for the deceased of the parish and for all the faithful. Family members are also encouraged to attend to graves of their loved ones before the Mass. Mass will take place at 7 pm followed by a blessing of the graves.

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NewsPeople newsbriefs Fundraiser set for Jack’s in October A major fund-raising night in aid of Roscommon/Mayo Hospice and Roscommon Palliative Care Services will be held at Jack’s Live Venue, Castle Street on Friday, 14th of October. The Rockin’ Rossies and special guests will perform and the night will be completed by a 80s and 90s disco with Seamus Duke. A launch night will be held in a couple of weeks and tickets will be on sale price €10 each. It is hoped that a substantial amount of money will be raised for this fantastic cause and the great work being carried out in the community by the palliative care nurses. More as the event gets closer.

Riding event for Hospice North Roscommon Riders Group have organised a ride out through the scenic Culliaugh bogs and beautiful countryside with cross country jumps on Sunday, July 17th. Meeting at the Hay Loft Pub, Strokestown at 1 pm. There will be a high jump competition on the day, with a €100 prize. BBQ and music and monster raffle with lots of prizes. Entry fee €20. Proceeds to Roscommon/Mayo Hospice Palliative Care service. Contact Pat Coyle on 0872512877.

RSPCA Church gate collections Roscommon SPCA is holding church gate collections on Saturday, 16th and Sunday, 17th of July at Cloverhill, Clooneycolgan and Tibohine Churches. Your support will be greatly appreciated.

Canon McLoughlin’s 50th Jubilee celebrations The parish priest of Roscommon Parish, Canon Eugene McLoughlin, celebrates the 50th Jubilee of his ordination this year. The parish will celebrate this event with Fr. Eugene’s family and friends on Friday, 15th of July with Mass at 7 pm in the Sacred Heart Church followed by refreshments in Scoil Mhuire Primary School. Everyone is invited to attend.

Strokestown playground group fundraiser launch On Thursday, July 14th, the Strokestown Community Playground Committee is launching a major fundraising event called ‘The Eliminator’ at the Percy French Hotel. At 8.30 pm the committee will welcome a number of supporters and contributors who have assisted the committee with their fundraising efforts. Strokestown Community Playground Committee wishes to thank all who have supported the cause over the years.

Pictured are Alan Gormley from Derrane, Co. Roscommon and Maurice Connaughton from Ballymoe, Co. Galway who both recently graduated from University College, Dublin with Degrees in Veterinary Medicine.

Picture shows staff members of Roscommon Vocational School, Lanesboro Street, Roscommon, circa 1957 – 1958.

Memories of my father’s Forge < EILEEN HUSSEY-DILLON

Heritage Week brings to mind the old ways of yesteryear. My father, Jimmy Hussey, at the age of 15 years, in 1933, trained as a Blacksmith/ Farrier with his brother John Hussey in his forge in Ballinlough. My father hailed from Emlagh, Castleplunkett and married a local girl, Annie Ganley, from Drishaune, Kilmurray. Together they raised a family of ten children. My father bought a site in 1937 from Brody Kelly who owned a bar in the village at that time (now Tom and Bonnie Garvey’s) to build his own forge in Ballintubber. Work commenced to build the forge with the help of his brother Mike Hussey (Emlagh) and his cousin, Pake Hunt, Miltown, Castleplunkett. My father opened for business in 1938 and it was a fitting trade to be in at that time! After helping my mother on the farm, there could be up to fifteen horses and more waiting to be shoed, many of them paid for over a pint in Garvey’s. As a girl, I loved to blow the bellows and tap on the anvil. You could hear the ring for miles, not to mention the ‘smell of the burning hooves’. There was something about that smell, it captured the whole village with Jimmy Hussey’s forge on one side of the village and Paddy Boyle’s forge on the other. Today many primary schools take their students on field trips to the forge to take photographs, videos and educate the children on the working ways

Jimmy Hussey pictured at The Forge, Ballintubber, 1938.

of yesteryear. In those days it was all about the working horse – from taking you to Mass of a Sunday on the horses trap to ploughing and tilling the land, and of course horses were used by threshing machines where corn was sent to the mill for flour while the straw was used to bed down the cows. Not alone would my father shoe horses but he also treated infected leg wounds and was a dab hand at it, so successful that vets would call out to Jimmy Hussey’s Forge to find out how he was getting the results! As time evolved the working horse became obsolete and the tractor took over with more sophisticated machinery/ equipment. My father found the need to upgrade his skills and attended Roscommon Vocational School on Lanesboro Street in 1957-1958 to learn fabrication and welding. My father came first and second in Ireland with some of his projects and was asked by the school to become an instructor. A man before his time,

he continued to perfect his skills by going to England and working in Iron and Steel foundries, manufacturers and engineering companies where he learned to perfect his work with precision. His heart was in his forge in Ballintubber and many stories of Jimmy Hussey’s work

are told by the locals in Garvey’s and Kenny’s pub to this day. As I conclude, I can’t but mention that in 1970 my father and mother came to America with me to visit family and also met up with Pat and Martin Garvey, who were living in the Bronx at that time. My father’s nephew Jack

Donovan was a detective in New York City Police Department so Billy Donovan took my father to visit a forge in Mount Kisco NY. There my father got a job shoeing New York City Police Department horses. As Billy Raftery said, he was a man before his time! As I recall my fathers working forge and achievements it sure brings a tear to my eye. He is a man I’m very proud of, as I am of my dear mother. ‘Jimmy Hussey’s Village Forge’ still stands proudly today having been restored by his two sons Michael and Patrick in keeping with the beautiful Tidy Towns historical heritage village of Ballintubber/Ballintober, Co. Roscommon. Jimmy Hussey’s Forge of 78 years will be open to the public for a demonstration on Sunday, 17th July, 2016, for Heritage Weekend. All are welcome to stop in.

It’s Heritage Weekend in Ballintubber < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

The Eileen Óg Heritage Festival Weekend at Ballintubber will take place from Saturday, July 16th, until Friday, July 22nd. It will begin on the Saturday at 1 pm, with an exhibition of cooking and crafts. There will also be vintage cars and a country market. On Saturday, 16th of July, as part of the Eileen Óg Heritage Festival, there is a rare opportunity for the public to have a look inside the bawn at Ballintubber Castle and see a real archaeological dig in action. A group of more than 50 US archaeology students and academics are working on the site, researching and carrying out an archaeological excavation, as part of the ‘Castles in Community Archaeology Field School’.

Access to the castle and dig is by guided tour and tours take place at 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm and 5 pm. Among the highlights on Sunday, July 17th, are a historical village walk, a horse-shoeing demonstration at the Old Forge and scenes from the 1916 Rising in the Old Schoolhouse. Among the highlights on Monday, July 18th, will be a Medieval Camp for children at the Old Schoolhouse at 2 pm, featuring storytelling and dressing up in medieval costume. Booking is essential. On Thursday, July 21st, there will be a Farewell Party, with a barbecue and music by ‘Moonlight Serenaders’ and ‘Irish Showtime’. On Friday, July 22nd, there will be a Swords & Daggers Display at Ballintubber Castle at 8 pm. There will be music sessions in Kenny’s and Garvey’s.

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New jobs website launched < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

A new jobs website for Co. Roscommon people can help to solve the many social difficulties that derive from unemployment, such as homelessness and domestic violence, the chairperson of Roscommon Leader Partnership has said. Micheál Frain, from Ballaghaderreen, was speaking at the launch of countyroscommonjobs.ie in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon town. The website, created on behalf of Roscommon Leader Partnership, is a website for employers and job-

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He said that it would regrettable that so many young people were leaving the county to seek employment elsewhere. “We have one of the highest rates in Ireland leaving Co. Roscommon going to third level, whether it be IT level or university level,” he said. “Yet those people are not coming home. About only one in eight of them will actually take up their first job in Co. Roscommon; only about one in three of them will take up their first job in the west of Ireland.”

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At the harbour during Saturday, many water-based activities will be held, including kayaking, canoeing and boat trips. At the same venue, there will also be street entertainment, a busking competition and street art. That night in the barn from 9 pm until late, a variety of musicians will play. Firstly, ‘4 Degrees West’ will perform, followed by Aidan Quinn, 15-year-old Keelan and

Cliona Hagan, a newcomer to the country music scene. Events will again be held in the community centre from noon until 6 pm on Sunday, with activities from Saturday repeated, along with a Custard Pie Puppet Show at 4 pm. At 3 pm at the factory car park, there will be a flag-raising ceremony and reading of the Proclamation to commemorate the centenary of

the 1916 Rising. There will also be amusements and a heritage wall and display. Similar events as on Saturday will be held at the harbour during Sunday. The festival will close with many musical performances on Sunday night in the Big Red Barn. From 5 pm onwards, there will be ‘Music with Local Talent’. From 10 pm onwards, ‘Late Nite Radio’ will perform, with admission being €5.

The second annual Rooskey Heritage Festival will be held from Friday, July 22nd to Sunday, July 24th inclusive, with an extensive programme of events lined up. Last year’s inaugural festival, which cost more than €20,000 to stage, was an outstanding success. Next week’s event, sponsored mainly by Cox’s Steakhouse, Dromod, promises to be even better. Proceedings will get underway at 8 pm on Friday in the Big Red Barn, which will be erected at the village and will host the music events. Fr. Kevin Fallon, the local parish priest, will give a festival blessing before Katie King, the Festival Rose, performs the official opening to a thrilling weekend’s entertainment. It will be followed by ‘Dancing Through the Years’ at 9 pm. From 11 pm until late, ‘Rackhouse Pilfer’ will play, with admission being €10. Proceedings will begin on Saturday with a variety of events held in Rooskey Community Centre from noon until 6 pm, including artisan food and craft stalls, a 1916 collectors’ ex4hibition, art displays and kids’ entertainment. Various amusements will be located at the old factory car park, where a heritage wall and display Pictured at the launch of the Rooskey Heritage Festival were Dermot Cox, Shauna Rogan, Katie King and Adrian Cox. will also be available to view. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Pictured at the launch of the Rooskey Heritage Festival were Cllr. Seán McGowan, Katie King, Rose of Rooskey, Deputy Eugene Murphy, Shauna Rogan, Cllr. Joe Murphy and Pat Joe Farry. Picture: Andrew Fox

Great success of inaugural event highlighted < EOGHAN YOUNG-MURPHY

Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has hailed the positive attitude of the Rooskey Heritage Festival organising committee. Speaking at the launch of the event in Rooskey Community Centre last Friday night, he said that, if last year’s festival was anything to go by, next weekend’s programme would be a wonderful success. “The singing on the streets, packed stands with music, the atmosphere: it was fantastic,” Deputy Murphy said. “We have had such a bad doing in rural Ireland, and it was just wonderful to see people getting up, doing things. “I have huge admiration for the committee. Absolutely nothing fazes them. They are able to get around every problem, and that is where the future lies.” He bemoaned the ‘negative attitude’ that he said was prevalent in society and urged people to take a leaf from the Rooskey committee’s book. “They are giving out this positive message,” Deputy Murphy said. “I would always say about Roscommon that negativity kills us. Yes, we have a problem; yes, we have lost jobs; yes, we have been let down by the State, but let’s rise up and show what we have in our community.” Deputy Murphy said that he would be involved in next week’s festival, setting aside his work as a TD to help the community that he represents. “I will be taking off the shirt and tie; I will be putting on the jeans; I will be here to help you out,” the Scramogue man said. Cllr. Joe Murphy also said that he would be willing to help with the organisation of the festival. “Rooskey was always dear to me,” he said. He urged people to attend the festival to ensure its success. “We need the people of the area and the surrounding areas to come out and make sure that this is a really good festival,” Cllr. Murphy, who replaced his brother (Deputy Eugene) as a councillor for the Boyle Municipal District recently, said. Cllr. Seán McGowan (Leitrim County Council), reflected on the success of last year’s festival and said it boded well for next week. “It was a tremendous success,” he said. “People were in great form. There was a great atmosphere. I wish the event every success.”

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There was a great atmosphere at the launch of the Rooskey Heritage Festival last Friday night, with a determination among those present to ensure that the festival will be as successful as last year’s inaugural one. Sponsors, local politicians, community activists and organisers gathered in Rooskey Community Centre for the well-attended launch. Rooskey, historically a thriving fishing village, has experienced difficult economic times, but this festival is part of a drive to rejuvenate it. Geraldine Moran, the Assistant Secretary of the organising committee, said that the roots of the festival could be traced back to a table quiz that was held in July 2014 to raise funds for the following year’s event. “We raised €2,000. That was the first money into our kitty,” she said. “We did a couple of fundraisers and we got great sponsorship last year from people in the parish, neighbouring parishes and different businesses. “That enabled us to put on the festival that we had last year.”

Pictured at the launch of the Rooskey Heritage Festival were Hugh McCortan, Josephine McCortan, Lisa McGowan and Martin McGuire. Picture: Andrew Fox

It total, it cost more than €20,000 to run last year’s festival, which was a wonderful success, Ms. Moran said. “It was lovely last year to see three generations of the same family sitting out here at 10/11 o’clock at night having a burger or a mineral, the music going on inside. It was lovely. It was parents, children and grandchildren,” she said. “That’s what we want.”

She called on people to participate in the festival. “To each and every one of you, this is your festival; this is your village,” Ms. Moran said. “I would like to think that this festival is a village party.” Rooskey, like many villages in Co. Roscommon and further afield, has been greatly affected by the recession, but there are determined efforts underway to revive it.

“If we all work together as a committee, there is so much we can achieve,” Ms. Moran said. “When we get our bearings right, we will be bombarding the Council, because we need new lights in the village and our paths rejuvenated. “There is a lovely bungalow in the village and it could be a perfect place for a coffee shop or a heritage centre.”

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A major fund-raising night in aid of Roscommon/Mayo Hospice and Roscommon Palliative Care Services will be held at Jack’s Live Venue, Castle Street on Friday, 14th of October. The Rockin’ Rossies and special guests will perform and the night will be completed by a 80s and 90s disco with Seamus Duke. A launch night will be held in a couple of weeks and tickets will be on sale price €10 each. It is hoped that a substantial amount of money will be raised for this fantastic cause and the great work being carried out in the community by the palliative care nurses. More as the event gets closer.

New action against Coillte A new action has been initiated against Coillte in the High Court alleging that their construction of the wind farm on Sliabh Bán, near Strokestown, is not compliant with planning permission. The case is being taken by Olive and Danny Cox from Curraghroe, near Strokestown. It calls for works on the site, where 20 wind turbines are being built at a cost of about €90 million, to be ceased. The case is separate from an action that the Coxs took on Monday when they claimed that flooding of Mrs. Cox’s house on June 15th was linked to the development of the wind farm.

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Pictured are members of Roscommon Harriers AC who will host a 10-mile road race this Saturday (July 16th) starting at Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon at 11.30 am.

Harriers to host Road Race Roscommon Harriers Athletic Club host their 3rd annual 10-mile Road Race this coming Saturday, July 16th at 11.30 am from Hannon’s Hotel, Athlone Road, Roscommon. Voted as one of the top five 10 Mile Road races in Ireland in 2015 by ‘Running in Ireland’, the race has gone from strength to strength each year and has quickly become one of the major destination races in the running calendar. It is expected over 300 runners will participate on the day, with competitors from all over Ireland taking to the roads of Roscommon for what promises to be an exciting race! This year we have improved on previous years by offering prizes for all age categories

and a new addition to 2016 is a team prize for 1st and 2nd male and female teams! The race itself offers runners a flat and fast course taking in scenic Mote Park as part of the route! Every runner receives a free technical t-shirt, with the first 50 entrants receiving also receiving a beanie hat. We encourage people to get out and support the runners on route, the start and finish line is at Hannon’s Hotel. Follow us on Facebook – Roscommon Harriers 10 Mile Road Race Register online at www.runireland.com or alternatively register on the day at Hannon’s Hotel from 9.3011.00 am. Race starts at 11.30 am. Entry fee €25.

There was deep shock and sadness in Kilteevan, Roscommon, Athlone and further afield at the sudden and untimely death of John Brennan at his home in Dublin Road, Athlone, on Thursday, June 23rd. He passed away peacefully in his sleep. The late Mr. Brennan, who was 56, was a native of Kilteevan, near Roscommon town, and a former player and lifelong member of St Joseph’s GAA Club. He worked for 31 years in John Brennan RIP Lund Precision Products in Athlone as a tool-room manager up until his untimely death. He also owned Athlone City Cabs and Bus Hire and was wellknown in the Roscommon area for his bus hire service. He was a very popular, much-loved character who had a love of life. The late John Brennan also had a great love of Roscommon GAA and he was a familiar face at Roscommon matches throughout the years. His sudden passing was a huge shock to his family. His family have said that the support that they had been given from the people of Roscommon, Kilteevan and Athlone has been “truly overwhelming”. The late John Brennan will be sadly missed by his beloved mother, Dette, and his brothers and sisters – Larry, Mary (Kelly), Rachel (Meade), Henry, Catherine, Padraig, Oliver, Majella (Finn) and Stephanie (Dolan) and extended family and friends. The month’s mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 22nd, at 8 pm at St Joseph’s Church, Kilteevan. May he rest in peace.

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SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION God wants to dwell with each of us personally, intimately – as the mysterious guests once visited Abraham’s tent, as Jesus once entered the home of Mary and Martha. By his hospitality in this week’s First Reading, Abraham shows us how we are to welcome the Lord into our lives. His selfless service of his divine guests (see Hebrews 13:1) stands in contrast to the portrait of Martha drawn in this week’s Gospel. Where Abraham is concerned only for the well-being of his guests, Martha speaks only of herself – “Do you not care that my sister has left me by myself...Tell her to help me.” Jesus’ gentle rebuke reminds us that we risk missing the divine in the mundane, that we can fall into the trap of believing that God somehow needs to be served by human hands (see Acts 17:25). Our Lord comes to us, not to be served but to serve (see Matthew 20:28). He gave His life that we might know the one thing we need, the “better part” which is life in the fellowship of God. Jesus is the true Son promised today by Abraham’s visitors (see Matthew 1:1). In Him, God has made an everlasting covenant for all time, made us blessed descendants of Abraham (see Genesis 17:19,21; Romans 4:1617, 19-21). The Church now offers us this covenant, bringing to completion the word of God, the promise of His plan of salvation, what Paul calls “the mystery hidden for ages.” As once He came to Abraham, Mary and Martha, Christ now comes to each of us in Word and Sacrament. As we sing in this week’s Psalm: He will make His dwelling with those who keep His Word and practice justice (see also John 14:23). If we do these things we will not be anxious or disturbed, will not have our Lord taken from us. We will wait on the Lord, who told Abraham and tells each of us: “I will surely return to you.” – Scott Hahn Ph.D. www. salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon)

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Border rivalry is kept alive! It’s Monday morning and while the Connacht Final between ourselves and the Rossies heads for a replay, I have to say that after a number of years of Mayo dominance, which may have led to a certain degree of apathy and indifference there, there certainly was no sign of either of those in Creggs yesterday and it’s a long time since I’ve enjoyed the border rivalry like I did last night. Mikeen’s was like old times, absolutely wedged and while the Rossies were in a minority, they definitely weren’t a silent minority and despite in my opinion being lucky to get away with a draw, their confidence is unabated and as with the week before they are fully convinced they are going to take home the Nestor Cup on Sunday evening.

It was a historic night in the village as some lads, whom we always took to be on our side, declared their allegiance to the primrose and blue (we are calling them plastic Rossies) and it was one of those nights that the insults and the banter made it a privilege to be from a border village. The match itself was eminently forgettable, although even as a Galway man I thought Joe Brolly was overboard with his criticism of Roscommon when he said they were “useless” and I think it’s wrong that lads who give everything to represent their county have to endure such harsh words from someone - even if he was a good footballer himself - sitting in the warmth and comfort of a television studio. I know football has

become a very tactical game nowadays, but the big question I have - in common with a lot of other people - is why inter-county forwards are so reluctant to take a shot at the posts. I told you before that I had a short-term career with the Rossies in the seventies (which probably makes me a plastic tribesman) and I can remember Sean Young, the county manager at the time saying to us at our first training session, that if we were inter-county forwards, which obviously some of us weren’t, we should be able to put the ball over the bar from 50 yards while the club footballer should do it from 25 or 30 yards. At that time it was that simple - if you were in a position to shoot, you were expected to do so and I have no

reason to think it’s any different nowadays. So why don’t they? Umpteen times yesterday, forwards from both sides had clear chances to have a go at scoring points and didn’t take them and knowing the quality of players that both sides had, it’s not that they aren’t good enough! So if I have one wish for not only the replay but for Gaelic football itself, it’s that the ultra defensive set-ups disappear and forwards stop being afraid to have a shot at goal! I also think it is crazy that so many inter-county teams rely on their goalie to take any long-range free! It’s time forwards stood up for themselves, after all the reason you are a forward is that you can score and long range frees should also come under your job description. As for the rematch,

although I was warned not to say it, I think Galway may have left it behind them yesterday and reluctantly I think our noisy neighbours may be even noisier next weekend and they may be celebrating their first Connacht Final victory since 2010. Our club secretary,

Gerry Keegan featured on the Star on Saturday as he hoisted Donie Shine in the air after that win over Sligo and he told me last night he’s all set to do it again next weekend. Let’s hope not, but win or lose, I hope both teams prove that they really can play good football!

The gift of song is best of all! This morning I have decided that when God gave talents to some lucky people, of whom I am not one, the best one of all is the ability to sing. Sporting prowess is also a great gift but with nearly all sports there is a time limit on the longevity of the person’s ability! Singers can sing right in to old age and performers like Tom Jones, Neil Diamond, Kris Kristofferson and our own Big Tom seem to get better and better and ever more popular. Tom Jones is in the Marquee in Cork tomorrow night (Tuesday) and I heard two lady fans of his on the radio today and they were so excited at his appearance that I’d nearly go myself. Anyway, if you can sing, be very grateful because you have been given the best gift of all.

Summer Cabaret show in Claremorris

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Barry and Thomas O’Connor (Ballinasloe). Picture: Andrew Fox

Political world in turmoil Leaving sport for now, I have never made a secret of the fact that I have very little knowledge of politics and up till now, the word Brexit has never crossed my little tablet’s lips (I know it hasn’t got lips but you know what I mean) but this morning everywhere I look, the political world is in turmoil. Here in Ireland the new government appears to be built on a foundation of jelly. Fine Gael are in turmoil, Enda Kenny is hanging on by the skin of his teeth, Fianna Fail are taking credit for every bit of good

news that comes from the government with Willie O’Dea appearing all over the place like a little Jack in the Box and even to an uneducated eye like mine, it seems as if it won’t be long before we are heading back to the ballot box. Across the water, the Brexit vote has devastated all the leading political parties with the Prime Minister David Cameron stepping down, the Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn facing a leadership challenge and both men who brought about the Brexit vote, Nigel Farage and Boris John-

son, now also effectively sidelined so no matter how you look at it, it’s an unholy mess. As for the United States and the upcoming Presidential Election, with two very flawed candidates and Donald Trump almost laughable if he wasn’t so popular, you’d have to say they too are facing a very unstable and uncertain future. I have no idea how the UK’s departure will effect us in the long term but certainly so far it seems to have caused more problems than it has solved.

On the entertainment front, Annette Griffin, the wonderful singer and entertainer, from down the road in Ballymoe has asked me to let you know that the hugely successful Summer Cabaret show, which sold out every night last year is returning for one night only to the McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris on next Wednesday night (July 20th) with doors opening at 8 pm and the show starting at 9 pm sharp. The show features some of Ireland’s best entertainers, including Brendan Shine, Gerry Guthrie, Sean Costello and the fabulous comedian Frank Forde, and of course Annette herself and John Staunton. This year it’s in aid of Western Care Association’s local services for people with intellectual disabilities and their families in the South Mayo area. Last year I didn’t get to any of the performances but a number of friends of mine went to one of them and they still rave about it. An absolutely superb show and one not to be missed. I definitely won’t miss it this year, so I’ll see you all in Claremorris next Wednesday night. Don’t be late!

Local wins at the races! Finally for this week, on Tuesday evening last I found myself at the races in Roscommon and it was a great evening for two local racehorse owners - Kilcaragh Boy, owned by Castlecoote’s Gerry Duke, won his race and Angelica Yeats, owned by Mike Ward, from the mountain, came in second in another race. Both were at long odds and a good few bob was taken from the bookies and it was great to see a small trainer like John Neilan who has both horses put it up to the big guys. I’m told the celebrations went into the late hours and rightly so! Well done to all involved and here’s too much more success on the track. Hopefully I’ll have a ‘Till next week, bit more on the next time!

Bye for now

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CONNACHT SENIOR FOOTBALL FINAL 8-page Special Souvenir Edition JULY 2016

SALTHILL STALEMATE CONNACHT GAA SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP REPLAY

GALWAY V ROSCOMMON 3.30 pm: Sunday 17th July 2016 - MacHale Park, Castlebar

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Roscommon can triumph THE VERDICT

fact that there was a very marked lack of ambition shown by both sides, which contributed to the poor fare, there were several mitigating factors. The conditions were terrible. The

squally showers which fell for most of the game were fanned by a strong wind which blew diagonally into the terrace end corner of the field. It made constructive football almost impossible

and handling errors were understandable, and we saw plenty of those from both sides. However we also saw all the things that are wrong about modern-day Gael-

ic Football. Both teams approached the game in an ultra-conservative manner. For much of the game there were 25 to 30 players behind the ball. There was Continued on page 27 –>

Seamus Duke

Donie Smith’s 72nd minute free from 25 metres ensured that Roscommon and Galway will have to meet again next weekend to decide the destination of the Nestor Cup for 2016 after what was a very poor decider played in terrible weather conditions at Pearse Stadium, Salthill last Sunday. It would be very easy to join in the torrent of criticism that has surrounded this game since Sunday, but despite the

Stat Attack Wides: Roscommon – 8 (4, first half); Galway – 9 (5, first half) Frees Awarded: Roscommon – 17 (9, first half); Galway – 13 (5, first half) Yellow Cards: Roscommon – 2 (Davy Murray 9, Cathal Cregg 31); Galway – 3 (Eamon Brannigan 13, Paul Conroy 25, Eoghan Kerin 72) Black Cards: Roscommon – 0; Galway – 1 (Patrick Sweeney 73) Red Cards: 0 Man of the Match: Sean Mullooly (Roscommon) Attendance: 24,234 Cathal Compton has his progress halted as he is surrounded by three opponents. Picture: Andrew Fox

Last-gasp Donie rescues Rossies KEY MOMENTS Seamus Duke A free deep into injury-time, and kicked over by sub Donie Smith into the strong wind and rain in the 72nd minute, was enough to give Roscommon a draw in what was an eminently forgettable Connacht SFC final played at Pearses Stadium last Sunday. The strong wind and heavy rain showers ensured that good football and quality scores were to be at a premium. In the 2nd minute, Roscommon, who were playing with the aid of the elements, were ahead when Conor Devaney pointed from 25 metres. Galway were always competitive and within 90 seconds they were level with an excellent point from Gary O’Donnell on the run. In the 6th minute goalkeeper Darren O’Malley pointed a ’45 and in the 9th minute Gary Sice got through for a well-taken point from close range.

Then in the 15th minute Roscommon got in for the only goal of the game and it was of the soft variety from a Galway point of view. Enda Smith won possession and when the Galway defence mishandled, John McManus got a hand to the ball and deflected it into the path of Enda Smith, who toe-poked home from 10 metres. Two minutes later Niall Daly scored a peach of a point and Roscommon were now four points up. But Galway were always competitive and they replied with points from Gary Sice (free) and the dangerous Danny Cummins. The play was being dominated by defences, but the sides kicked some quality points. Ciaráin Murtagh pointed from 40 metres in the 23rd minute before Danny Cummins replied for Galway a minute later. Fintan Cregg pointed a 30 metre free in the 26th minute. In the 29th minute Johnny Heaney scored a superb point from 35 metres into the wind and the first-half scoring was completed with Niall Daly scoring from 30 metres out in the 31st minute. Half-time score: Roscommon 1-6 Galway 0-6. Galway were very impressive on the resumption of play and it took them only 10 minutes to achieve parity. They produced points from Gareth Bradshaw, Damien Comer, Bernard Power (a ’45) and Danny Cummins, with Roscommon only able to reply through a Fintan Cregg point.

It meant the sides were level at 1-7 to 0-10 after 45 minutes. Paul Conroy put the home side ahead with a massive free from 55 metres in the 49th minute and it looked ominous for Roscommon at that stage. But Galway retreated into their shell and the play became really defensive as the sides seemed scared out of their wits of making any mistakes. Ciaráin Murtagh levelled the scores with a pointed free in the 51st minute but for the next 17 minutes we only saw one score (a point from Damien Comer) as the game descended into stalemate. In the 68th minute Galway sub Adrian Varley scored a fine point on the run and the JJ Nestor Cup looked destined for a winter stay in Galway. Roscommon finally showed some urgency. Donie Shine, Donie Smith and Thomas Corcoran were on as subs and having a positive influence, and when Cathal Cregg scored from 20 metres in the 69th minute, it was a one-point game. Then in the second minute of injury-time Donie Smith was ‘clothes-lined’ by a Galway defender and was awarded a free 25 metres out from goal. Into the breeze it was a very difficult kick but he judged it beautifully and the sides were level. There was still time for Galway to launch a lastgasp attack but the Roscommon defence stood

firm and when Roscommon got the ball into their attack in the 74th minute no-one seemed to want to shoot for the score that would have been the match-winning point and referee Conor Lane called a halt to proceedings. It might be just as well that both sides will get another chance at it. Donie Smith had saved Roscommon’s bacon and Galway had thrown away a great chance of another Connacht title. Galway: Bernard Power (0-1, ‘45); Eoghan Kerin, Declan Kyne, David Wynne; Gary O’Donnell (0-1), Liam Silke, Gary Bradshaw (01); Paul Conroy (0-1, free), Thomas Flynn; Gary Sice (0-2, frees), Shane Walsh, Johnny Heaney (0-1); Danny Cummins (0-3), Damien Comer (02), Eamon Brannigan. Subs: Adrian Varley (0-1) for Sice (61), P Sweeney for Cummins (65), C Sweeney for Heaney (70). Roscommon: Darren O’Malley (0-1, ‘45); Seanie McDermott, Sean Mullooly, Niall McInerney; Davy Murray, Sean Purcell, John McManus; Niall Daly (0-2), Cathal Compton; Cathal Cregg (0-1), David Keenan, Conor Devaney (0-1); F Cregg (0-2, 1 free), Enda Smith (1-0), Ciaráin Murtagh (0-2, 1 free). Subs: Donie Smith (0-1, free) for E Smith (42), Ultan Harney for Compton (52), Thomas Corcoran for Keenan (61), Donie Shine for Devaney (65), Senan Kilbride for F Cregg (67).

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after McStay of Execution Continued from page 26 –> an orgy of handpassing back and forth across the field and backways in many cases. In the second half we saw one point scored in a 17-minute period as both sides seemed afraid to push towards the winning line. Players on both teams were afraid to have a go – lest they gave away possession – and it made for a drab encounter for the huge crowd who braved the elements and the brutal traffic to see this game. I know it’s easy to sit high up in the press box and criticise, but if either side had shown a little more of a positive attitude then they would have won the game – I have no doubt about that. In the build-up to the game there were worries about the Roscommon defence and the attack was lauded, but on Sunday it was the defence who were rocksolid while the attack misfired totally. In fact four players who started in attack were taken off. On the plus side, Sean Mullooly was outstanding at full-back and John McManus wasn’t far behind him with a superb second-half performance. Niall McInerney, Seanie McDermott and Davy Murray were also prominent in keeping the Galway attack at bay. Niall Daly had a great match in midfield, but the forward division was very disappointing. Roscommon started with Enda Smith and Cathal Compton, two players who are 6 foot 3 inches tall, in the full-forward line, but they hardly kicked one direct ball into them, even when we had the strong wind at our backs in the first half, an approach which made no sense at all. Ciaráin Murtagh, Fintan Cregg, Conor Devaney and company never got going at all and it was only when Thomas Corcoran and Donie Smith came on that Roscommon looked like a threat up front. Galway will be kicking themselves this week that they didn’t win this final against a Roscommon team who played really poorly. It took them only ten minutes to level the scores after half-time

Donie Smith battles against the odds as he goes on to win possession. Picture: Andrew Fox

but they just couldn’t kick on after that. They had some excellent performers like Gary O’Donnell, Declan Kyne and Danny Cummins, but some of their bigger names like Damien Comer and Shay Walsh were less prominent.

The Roscommon players line out for the team photograph. Picture: Andrew Fox

I think there is huge room for improvement in Roscommon and there is a real cause for optimism ahead of the replay. We have a wonderful set of young men who are putting their lives on hold for Roscommon foot-

ball. They are excellent players too and I hope that the management trust them to go out and play the way they are capable of. If we can be more positive in our approach and trust the players to play to their strengths, I

have no doubt that Roscommon can win this replay. We have got to be bolder. The man who never made a mistake, never made anything. Let’s go for it!

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‘Is that Joe Brolly over there? Don’t look, he’s coming over!’ Pics: Andrew Fox.

‘We showed unbelievable ﬁght and character!’ – McStay < SEAMUS DUKE

oscommon joint manager, Kevin McStay was quick to point out the silver linings following Sunday’s draw with Galway in wet and miserable conditions in Pearse Stadium. He said: “We stayed in it right to the very end. There

is massive heart in our team and you saw it out there. The conditions were shocking. Overall I’m happy with the draw but there is a lot more in our team I think and we have much to work on for the replay. We were happy enough at half-time to be three points up. We are well able to play against the wind.

We wanted to play it tight and not concede a goal. We never walked away from the challenge today, which was good. “We had a lot of young players out there today. We have a very inexperienced team and we have to remember that. I always knew that this team would keep

fighting even when we were a couple of points down and we showed unbelievable fight and character to get those last two points. It was a defensive game and a lot of players were behind the ball. It was very difficult to get through the middle there today. We were disciplined and I’m delighted with the replay. We have a lot

of young players who now have the experience of a tough Connacht final behind them and it will stand to them. “Fair play to Donie Smith for that last free, it was a mighty score from a young lad under so much pressure. With the lads that came on today we have far more options ahead of the replay, which is great.”

LEFT: Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Bernie Brady, Lauren Brady, Jackie Kelly, Sandra Smith and Martin Brady. Picture: Andrew Fox

RIGHT: Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Peter and Laura Keegan, Dan Small and John Keegan. Picture: Andrew Fox

MATCH REACTION

MATCH REACTION Seanie McDermott

Cathal Cregg ‘We’re happy to have another chance’

‘We showed great steel’ Seanie McDermott believes Roscommon showed great character to recover from two points down in the closing stages of Sunday’s Connacht final and says the player are looking forward to this Sunday’s replay. He said: “The conditions were bad. We probably didn’t make enough use of the wind in the first half, but having said that we were happy enough with how we were doing at half-time. But there were a lot of errors in the game on both sides. “I thought we showed great steel to come

back at the end and there is great resolve among the players on this team. Every lad in that Roscommon dressing room would die for each other and we can’t wait for the replay next weekend. We kept playing right to the end. We knew that we would get a few chances. “The ball was like a bar of soap and our subs did really well. Donie Smith showed nerves of steel with the last free-kick. We will come out all guns blazing in the replay now.”

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Donna, Jack, Paul and Ben Thewlis. Picture: Andrew Fox

Cathal Cregg says that Roscommon are happy to have another chance of Connacht final glory following a “fair result” in “very tough” conditions. He said: “I thought it was a fair result for both teams. The conditions were very tough and it certainly did not look good for us going into the last few minutes but we dug out the result in the end and hopefully we will have better weather and a better game in the replay. “Both teams were very defensive today but there was huge effort on both sides and we are happy to have another chance at it.”

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‘We’ll go again!’ – Walsh < SEAMUS DUKE

Galway manager, Kevin Walsh, rued his side’s inability to see out the match but insisted the Tribesmen would be ready for Sunday’s replay in Castlebar. He said: “We were two points up going into injury-time and we should have seen the game out, but it wasn’t to be and we had another few chances and we couldn’t take them and that’s the way it goes. It’s level now at half-time in a twogame series and we have to go again next weekend. “We played well in the second half but we coughed up a soft goal early to Roscommon – and we were down by four points – but it was great to see the

response from our lads to come back. The wind really doesn’t make that huge a difference at this level. It was a very tactical and defensive game and both sides were set up defensively. I’m sure that both teams didn’t want to see 14 men behind the ball but when there are runners coming from all sides and if the forward doesn’t follow him he will be given out to by the team manager, so it’s hard to blame the players. It was a defensive game for sure and we start again next weekend. “I’ll take the draw now but with three minutes to go I wouldn’t be happy with it, but then I would have been happy to take it in the first half, so that’s the way it goes. We will be ready for the replay.”

MATCH REACTION Danny Cummins

‘We left it out there today’ Galway player, Danny Cummins, feels his team should have taken the JJ Nestor Cup home last Sunday but is ready to settle the Connacht Championship in Castlebar this weekend. He said: “I’m disappointed because we felt that we may have left it out there today. However looking back at it now we will have to get over it and get ready for next weekend. We had our chances to win and we were two up and we couldn’t see it out

so it’s something we will have to look at this week. “It was frustrating today and the conditions didn’t help. There was a very strong breeze and teams were playing defensively against the elements. It probably wasn’t a good game to watch but hopefully we will get a dry day next weekend and it will be a better game. We are happy enough with the draw and at the end we could have lost it so let’s have another day to settle it.”

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were John Gannon, Séan Gannon, Angela Gannon, Catherine Gannon, Luke Kennedy and Adam Kennedy. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Pat and Hannah Kelly. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Claire Curley and Sarah Hoare. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Abbi Flanagan, Ellie Mulrennan and Ciara Keogh. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Enda Smith scores Roscommon’s goal against Galway in last Sunday’s drawn Connacht Final. Photographic sequence: Michael McCormack

Brolly needed for Irish summers < DAN DOONER

Ah Joe Brolly, a one-man army sent to save us from boring punditry. Say what you want about his recent comments, they are backed up to an extent by the recent video evidence of Roscommon’s performances. “Useless” may have been a wee bit strong, in fact it was com-

RTE pundit, Joe Brolly.

pletely over the top, but that’s what Brolly is there for – he gets everyone talking in the same way Eamon Dunphy does following drab soccer matches. Joe has this brilliant habit of annoying people the length and breadth of the island and it makes terrific viewing. Granted there are times that he verges over professional boundaries (Marty Morris-

sey) but without him there would be less controversy and that’s what causes reaction, sucks viewers in and gets retweets! The reaction in Roscommon to Brolly’s latest rants provided fans with wider conversation topics than the dreadful weather conditions, Salthill traffic jams and pass the parcel football last Sunday. Not to mention the motivation it gives the senior players and management of Roscommon. Imagine Ciaráin Murtagh bouncing around MacHale Park with the JJ Nestor Cup in his hands shouting: “What ya think of that Joe Brolly” a la Kieran Donaghy post Kerry All-Ireland win. Too bad that’s not Ciaráin’s style but maybe someone will bring an ‘In your face Joe Brolly’ themed flag to MacHale Park! Whatever happens this Sunday and whatever Joe Brolly says afterwards the Sunday game and Gaelic football punditry in general would be a far duller place without him. Yes, Ciarán Whelan and his ilk provide professional and objective analysis but Brolly brings the fireworks. The truth is; we don’t really need to be told Roscommon need to be braver and take more chances, we need the class clown to stand up and slag everyone. Secretly we love it and that’s why we can’t stop talking about it!

Will there be a ‘Crock of Gold’ at the end of the rainbow for Roscommon on Sunday evening? Photograph captured in Rooskey by Michael McHugh.

MEDIA VIEW ‘So much of this game’s nature was enveloped in the last passage of play before referee Conor Lane blew time for the first Connacht football final replay in 18 years. Ironically, the same counties were involved then, Galway surviving a turgid drawn game before

winning a more engaging replay after extra-time. ‘This time Roscommon will summon greater relief from parity but their absence of ambition couldn’t be reflected better than their final attack that came to nothing. They had come from two

points down to draw level through Donie Smith’s difficult free and the grounds for pushing on and throwing everything into those final moments against an increasingly fragile home side were strong. ‘But caution once again took hold.

Into such a strong wind blowing down the pitch into the city end no one was willing to step up and take responsibility for a shot or even an attempt to penetrate in an attempt to gain more territory. Donie Shine, on the field just a few minutes, weighed it up but

passed on it. He wasn’t the only one. Eventually Lane detected the lack of urgency, the ‘hold what we have’ mood to it and intervened.’ (Colm Keyes, Irish Independent)

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Enda Smith scores Roscommon’s goal against Galway in last Sunday’s drawn Connacht Final. Photographic sequence: Michael McCormack

THE NUMBERS GAME

Big Match on Tweet Street PJ Mealiff @PMealiff1 2016 & RTE still can’t manage to keep the rain off the camera lens… (TV licence money doesn’t extend to a cloth!) Gráinne Cunningham @gracunningham I knew if I went to the toilet we’d score!!! Woohoo! #Rossies (Guess where Gráinne will be listening to the replay!) Sean Breen @seanie2000 #rosgaa This is very poor (Far more efficient than Joe Brolly) Eleanor Burke @elbur1 Can any Rossie explain the demarcations on map of Ros on back of jersey? Factions? Townships? Tribes? Interhinterlands? (OK girl before you go all Game of Thrones on us, the demarcations are club areas!)

Young supporters take a selfie with Donie Smith after the final whistle. Picture: Andrew Fox

Galway

Possessions Attacks 50 39

Roscommon

Shots 27 22

The stats don’t make for very happy reading if you’re a Roscommon fan. Galway suffocated open play in front of their own posts and enjoyed a better return of shots compared to just one more attack than Ros-

common according to @dontfoul. Evidence of Galway’s defensive suffocation comes from their willingness to allow Roscommon to play it out short from the back. Roscommon winning 20 out of 21 kick-outs with the only loss being one that went out of play. Roscommon scored 1-8 from short kick-outs against Sligo whereas they only managed 0-4 in Salthill last Sunday. While Roscommon’s deep attacking play yielded a poor return, turnover scores were even worse with just one point coming from

16 turnover possessions that started in their own 45 metre line. Slow build-up play? It’s not quite that simple. Roscommon had on average 8.35 player touches per possession on their own kick-out compared with 9.6 for their deep turnovers. While you need to allow for the first recipient of a kick-out being allowed to go as far as the half-way line, this stat does indicate that quicker play is needed to take advantage of turn-overs. (Thanks to James @dontfoul)

THE PEOPLE’S PUNDIT

Brian Carthy

Brian Carthy (RTE Radio commentator) “It was a poor enough game but the conditions were not conducive to the playing of good football. I thought that Galway should have closed out the win when they were two points up and that showed a lack of experience on their part. “At the same time you have to pay tribute to Roscommon, they persevered until the bitter end and they got the two

scores they needed. Both sides were ultra-cautious and set up defensively. At one stage in the second half there were 29 players in the one half of the field, which is an indicator. I would say that Roscommon will be very satisfied to have come through that game with a draw. “It was great to see such a huge crowd here today, given the bad day. I know that it wasn’t a great game but it was only when you

actually went down on the field and felt the strength of the wind and rain and the conditions were very tough for the players. “It was a great kick for Donie Smith to get at the end. For a young player to show such composure under pressure was tremendous.”

What’s Next? Replay at Elvery’s MacHale Park, Castlebar on Sunday next at 3.30 pm.

John Caulfield @johnc_65 Fair play to the Rossies for salvaging a draw from the jaws of defeat…Brutal weather (Sports and weather from John) Sean Fahy @SeanFahy1 The elephant in the room here is that the replay should be a home venue for Roscommon, disgrace that we have nowhere to play it. (Turning of the Hyde Park sod didn’t come quick enough for some) Laobhaoise Ni Eanachan @LaobhaoiseNihE Some #Rosgaa supporters going daft on Facebook because #ConnachtFinal replay isn’t being televised live. (Wonder how long they’d be chirping about that in Mayo if the shoe was on the other foot?) Michael Finneran @soilsitheoir I’ve rarely been at a less pleasing game aesthetically & meteorologically. But we live to fight another day. #rosgaa (The Tweets have been hard to read this week, hopefully our final one contains a silver lining…) Shane Curran @shanetcurran Left home 4 game 10.30 got to ground @1.15 ETA home 7pm if lucky Thank F..k there’s no replay herecroke pk twice the distance 3 hrs less on rd (Some say he’s still in Salthill)

Roscommon People Friday 15 July 2016

Connacht Senior Football Championship Final: Galway 0-13 Roscommon 1-10

Say it ain’t so Joe < PAUL HEALY

THREE AMIGOS: Ben Hussey, Brian Scally and Jonathon Hussey pose beside a slightly bigger bus in Salthill last weekend.

Clap chants and trafﬁc jams – fans invade Salthill DAN DOONER hopped on a bus with a group of Roscommon fans from St. Faithleach’s… My day started bright and early as the girlfriend’s mother presented me with a Roscommon jersey and told me not to make a ‘Holy show of the county’ or she’d ‘kick my a**e back up to Dublin’. Boosted by this show of faith, I made my way to Ballyleague to catch a bus from St. Faithleach’s GAA Club with Alan Manning and a hardy group of Roscommon ultras. The bus was delayed leaving as Alan struggled to round up the ultras who had spent Saturday at a ‘Lip Sync’ fundraiser for the club – from what I gathered, ‘My Lovely Horse’ went down well. Our transport was loaded with supplies and one brave Galway fan and we set off at about ten o’clock with the patient driver stopping along the way to pick up a lad called James ‘Quig’ out the road. ‘Quig’ boarded the bus to a rendition of ‘James Quig’s on Fire’ a lá Northern Ireland’s eternal substitute, Will Grigg. No lip-syncing on this bus. This was the first of many chants that morning as a St. Faithleach’s version of

the Icelandic ‘clap chant’ was also auditioned for the first time. This proved quite popular and would be seen throughout the day on the bus, in Pearse Stadium and on the way home in Abbeyknockmoy. If I thought I was special in that I was the only Dub in the travelling party, then I was sadly mistaken; I wasn’t even the only adopted Rossie from Lucan present! Proving that the world is indeed a tiny place, Colleen Gallagher from an estate not too far from where I grew up sat down beside me. “No way! That’s mad,” was the reaction when I told her I made my one and only appearance for Lucan Sarsfields as a late replacement for her brother. Among the Rossies there was the brave Galway fan, two Dubs and a Mayo woman, a truly multi-cultural bus. We arrived on the outskirts of Salthill where we sat in traffic for what seemed an eternity. A few actually got off the bus and started walking from about 6km out. In a cruel twist of faith we failed to stop when the bus sped past them ten minutes later (to the sound of jeers). The game itself was a nervy, subdued affair in dreadful conditions. Behind

ALL ABOARD! Roscommon People reporter, Dan Dooner, captures the scenes from inside the St. Faithleach’s supporters’ bus somewhere around Abbeyknockmoy, Co. Galway last Sunday.

the goal for Enda Smith’s poked finish, the travelling Rossies went berserk. The second half was a different story as Galway came alive. So too did the Galway fans, one of whom had managed

to carve out a two-metre radius of space in an otherwise packed terrace. I put it down to his demeanor and body language. His poor kids looked as perplexed by his taunting

of the Roscommon fans as those same fans watching Roscommon’s performance. The match ended anti-climactically with Roscommon handpassing in patterns Louis van Gaal would have been proud of. We made our way back to the bus, soaked and bemused at the thoughts of having to do it all again the following week. The trip home was far quicker and far drowsier and included a stop-over in Abbeyknockmoy, much to the amusement of local Galway supporters. The now famous John Collins from Elphin was there with his ukulele and the craic was mighty as the ‘We Gotta Bus Now’ co-producer performed for Rossie and Tribesman alike. We arrived back in Roscommon on our own bus and I said my goodbyes to a chorus of ‘Cheerio, cheerio’. A clenched fist and a quick ‘Up the Dubs’ and I was back out in the rain. My first Connacht final couldn’t have been spent with a better bunch and I found myself partially converted by the time I got home that night to dream of a lastminute winner in Castlebar this Sunday.

I imagine there are thousands of Roscommon People readers who think he should be completely ignored. And he should, perhaps, but we are struggling to do it at the moment. That man Brolly is the Dunphy of his age, a controversialist who has reduced Spillane to ‘slightly doting (much-loved) old grandad in the corner’ status. Otherwise known now as the ‘voice of reason,’ now that Brolly has stolen the Kerryman’s hyperbole collection. I think that, for the most part, his Sunday Independent column is original and fresh, good journalism, a page you are drawn to. I also think Brolly can be good craic, and has some very interesting things to say about gaelic football. His primary flaw is that when he goes over the top – as so many pundits do – it is sometimes done in a hurtful manner. His other big flaw is he is an extremist – everything is black or white. That’s why he said on Sunday that Roscommon are “useless.” In Brollyland, it would be a crime to be in any way nuanced, to merely say, for example, that ‘Roscommon are limited’ or ‘Roscommon clearly have potential but they need to do such and such...’ Much better to exaggerate, generalise, be dramatic. This is why people don’t get up in arms about nice inoffensive pundits like Dessie Dolan. The match of course was a huge disappointment, a negative, ugly spectacle which, in fairness, was played in dreadful weather conditions. Kevin McStay is however right to take positives from it, not least Roscommon’s great fighting spirit – which yielded an unlikely draw – and the fact that so many young players have now experienced a Connacht final. Far from being ‘useless’, Roscommon are moving up the football ladder, established now in Division One and with a place in the last eight or last twelve of the All-Ireland series awaiting following Sunday’s replay. I know the teams set out desperately defensively last Sunday, but I think the very wet weather was the main reason for the poor taste we were all left with following this far from appetising main course. I think we’ll see a more open game this Sunday and I believe our forwards and the growing strength of our bench can help drive Roscommon on to victory. And, as for ignoring Joe Brolly, we’ll work on it.

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Weekend

PEOPLE

FACES AND PLACES See page 36

See Lovely Leitrim – without ever leaving beautiful Roscommon! Summer just wouldn’t be summer at Roscommon Arts Centre without a performance by the ever-popular Beezneez Theatre Company from Carrickon-Shannon, who are back on stage with a Much-requested revival of John McDwyer’s first stage play, Lovely Leitrim. ‘Lovely Leitrim’ tells the story of the Gallagher family who farm on a Leitrim hillside. Armed with the certainty of motherhood, Mary Gallagher is convinced she knows what is best for her family in the event of her death. Her insistence on being granted her dying wish ultimately fragments her family and results in a cataclysmic evening in a London pub where her eldest son finally makes peace with himself and with the world. Set in 1980’s when Ireland, was in the throes of recession, this is a riveting drama about how economic hardship forced people to leave

their native Leitrim to seek employment in London and elsewhere. Lovely Leitrim has been followed by seven successful stage plays from John McDwyer including Turning Mammy, Thy Will Be Done, An Ordinary Man and the other two parts of The Leitrim Trilogy, Callaghan’s Place and Unforgiven. The author John McDwyer directs a stellar Beezneez cast which includes Peter Davey, Maurice Kehoe, Eileen Murphy and Michael Roper in an evening of laughter, tears and unforgettable theatre! It’s on a whistle-stop tour around the country, so don’t miss their Roscommon performance on Tuesday next (19th July) at 8 pm. Booking now at Roscommon Arts Centre on 090 66 25824/www.roscommonartscentre.ie

Pictured at the launch of the Rooskey Heritage Festival were Sinéad Compton and Katie King, Rose of Rooskey. Picture: Andrew Fox

Countdown to O’Carolan Harp Festival and Summer School One of the highlights of the O’Carolan Summer School in Keadue is the concert to be held on Thursday, 28th of July. This is always a popular concert of traditional music, song and dance when Ireland’s leading artists will be performing. The tutors at the Summer School have agreed to take part in the concert and the MC for the night is Deputy Eugene Murphy.

The following artists will be performing on the night: Holly Geraghty, Catherine Rhattigan, Alisha McMahon, Bernie Geraghty, Michael Hurley, Junior Davey, Daithi Gormley, Padraig Sweeney, Lorraine Sweeney, Fiona Lavin, Claire Bohan, Brian Mooney, Fionnuala Maxwell, Edwina Guckian and Gerard Butler. A great night’s entertainment is guaranteed. Among the attractions at the O’Carolan

Harp Festival in Keadue will be the many Craft Exhibitions and demonstrations which will take place on Sunday, 31st of July. The craft demonstrations have become very popular over the years where visitors to the Festival can see for themselves the skills involved in wood turning, pottery making, etc. While the craft exhibitors will also be only too willing to explain the amount of work involved in producing their

goods, all items produced will be for sale. Anybody interested in either exhibiting or demonstrating their products can get more information by emailing: mccabe.chloe@gmail.com. Among the highlights of the O’Carolan Harp Festival over the years is the appearance of Liam Purcell and his many friends. Liam, a famous button accordion player from Crossna and now liv-

ing in Dublin, never fails to play at this annual event. Liam has toured with Comhaltas Ceoltoírí Eireann on many occasions appearing at concert venues in various cities throughout the world. He is the leader of the O’Carolan Country Ceili Band playing at one of the Summer School céilíthe on Tuesday night, 26th of July and at the Door Dancing on Monday, August, 1st.

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NIGHT LIFE • BARS • NIGHTCLUBS • CINEMA • SOCIAL • ARTS

Hamrock’s Athleague, Co. Roscommon Tel.: (090) 6663325 Saturday, 16th July: - Music by

Midnight Melodies

cinema & leisure complex NEW RELEASE FRI 15th JULY

- Market Square, Roscommon Telephone: 090 6626225

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

Friday 15th July:

The Square House Social

Coming Friday, 22nd July: - Music by

Henry & The Usual Suspects

Saturday 16th July:

Fundraiser on the night for Athleague Community Centre. • Spot Prizes on the night • Please support

Week Commencing Fri 15th July—Thurs 21st July

Movie Times

ALICE: THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS 2D (PG)

12:10 (KMC)

ANGRY BIRDS 2D (G)

12:00 (KMC); 14:15

CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE (12A)

13:50; 16:30; 19:00; 21:30

Saturday, 16th July -

GHOSTBUSTERS 2D (12A)

14:00; 18:45; 21:30

Carmel McLoughlin

GHOSTBUSTERS 3D (12A)

16:30; 19:00

NOW YOU SEE ME 2 (12A)

16:30; 19:00; 21:30

THE CONJURING 2 (15A)

21:15

THE LEGEND OF TARZAN 2D (12A)

14:40; 16:20; 19:10; 21:35

THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2D (G)

12:10 (KMC); 14:20; 17:05

The Country Ballroom

TULSK INN Music in the front bar with Mee

and P

Sunday, 17th July -

Gerry Guthrie Good luck to both teams on Sunday. Hope it’s a really good final. C’mon the Rossies!

Ballroom available for all events - functions, meetings, etc The Country Ballroom - The liveliest dance venue in the region!

Castlecoote Lodge BAR AND LOUNGE Castlecoote, Roscommon

Trad Session

Woven artwork in Carrick-on-Shannon Local artist, Frances Crowe will be based in Keith Nolan’s Photography Studio on Bridge Street in Carrick-onShannon from 11 am to 5 pm until Wednesday, July 20th as part of the Carrick-on-Shannon Water Music festival. Jane will be working on a large-scale woven artwork entitled ‘A Tapestry Journey’. She will welcome discussion from viewers in relation to her work process. Call 087-7760250 or check out www.francescrowe.com for more information.

Friday, 15th July commencing at 10pm

Great Music, Song, Dance & Story Refreshments served EVERYBODY WELCOME

Te l e p h o n e : 0 8 7 6 3 3 5 5 11

Rory Gallagher tribute at JJ’s This weekend will see another jam-packed line-up of live music at JJ’s in The Square, Roscommon town. Roscommon town’s prime music venue will play host to three acts across the weekend, from Friday to Sunday. It all kicks off on Friday night with the return of the Square House Social, which is always a crowd pleaser and the best way possible to celebrate the end of the working week. On Saturday night, The Barry McGivern Band will pay the ultimate tribute to Rory Gallagher as they take the stage in JJ’s. This is a Gallagher tribute act not to be missed! On Sunday night, Strange Brew return to a venue they have graced many times before. Playing a vibrant mix of blues, rhythm ‘n’ blues and rock ‘n’ roll, and fresh from an epic road trip earlier this year, the trio will help you to chase off any potential Sunday blues! So there you have it, another great weekend of live music at Roscommon’s prime music venue. Get down to JJ’s this week, grab a drink, pull up a stool and enjoy three nights of top quality entertainment!

JJ HARLOWS

Local artist Nollaig Molloy recently told the Roscommon People that recordings she had made with a group of Roscommon women will be played through speakers at the Harrison Centre in Roscommon town for the next two weeks. She said: “I led a series of workshops in May 2016 as part of Roscommon Arts Centre’s Bealtaine programme. I worked with a group of women from Roscommon to explore sound, spoken word and the voice as a medium, recalling stories, memories and local lore. “During the workshops myself, Maura Monaghan, Freda Gavigan, Eibhlín Mhig Flionn and Marie Benedetti recorded stories, songs and sounds of the environment of Roscommon town from Loughnanane

- Rory Gallagher Tribute

Emerald Storm at Trinity Arts Centre As part of the Roscommon County Council tourism diaspora project 2016, Emerald Storm are coming to Trinity Arts Centre, Castlerea on Saturday, 23rd of July at 8 pm. Emerald Storm is a vibrant and energetic theatrical style show. Fronted, by four talented and passionate singers, the group delivers a unique repertoire of Celtic music and dance. Tickets cost €15 and booking is advisable on 086-1081004.

Soundscape to be played in Roscommon streets < DAN DOONER

The Barry McGivern Band

Park to Roscommon Mart and places in between. “The workshops unfolded as exercises for the participants to become aware of our environment and experience it solely through one sense. The result of these workshops was the creation of a soundscape encapsulating the immersive experience of Roscommon through sound. For the next two weeks the soundscape entitled ‘Rambling’ will be installed and played through speakers on the pedestrian street of Harrison Centre in Roscommon town. “The title ‘Rambling’ refers to the old Irish tradition of rambling; visiting a neighbour’s house or aimlessly walking through the countryside. With thanks to Roscommon Arts Centre, ROSFM and Sean Doyle & Sons Ltd.”

Sunday 17th July:

Blues session with

Strange Brew

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

BEER OF THE WEEK! JJ Harlows supporting Irish Micro Breweries

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NIGHT LIFE • BARS • NIGHTCLUBS • CINEMA • SOCIAL • ARTS

Pictured in Divilly’s, Glenamaddy enjoying Bridie Conneally’s birthday celebrations were Bridie Conneally with her children and grandchildren. Picture: Andrew Fox

Faces & Places Photographs: Andrew Fox

Birthday celebrations in Divilly’s Bar, Glenamaddy Pictured in Divilly’s, Glenamaddy enjoying Bridie Conneally’s birthday celebrations were Olivia, John, Geraldine and Shannon Golden. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Divilly’s, Glenamaddy enjoying Bridie Conneally’s birthday celebrations were Michelle, Bernie and Sharon Conneally. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Divilly’s, Glenamaddy enjoying Bridie Conneally’s birthday celebrations were Marilyn Divilly, Anthony Comer, Deirdre McStay, Mary O’Regan, Patrick Comer, Jacqueline Conneally, Paddy and Breda Comer. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Divilly’s, Glenamaddy enjoying Bridie Conneally’s birthday celebrations were Helen Lambe, Bridie Conneally and Breda Comer. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Pictured in the newly-reopened Regan’s of Roscommon on Saturday night last were Rita Regan, Selina Tully and Mags Nelis. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in the newly-reopened Regan’s of Roscommon on Saturday night last were Gary, Agnes and Alan Burns. Picture: Andrew Fox

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on town

Regan’s, Roscomm

Pictured in the newly-reopened Regan’s of Roscommon on Saturday night last were Aisling O’Hara, Cathy McDermott, Emma Dempsey and Maeve Brogan. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in the newly-reopened Regan’s of Roscommon on Saturday night last were Kayleigh DeJong and James O’Connor. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in the newly-reopened Regan’s of Roscommon on Saturday night last were Paul and Bernadine Duignan and Jackie Giblin. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Regan’s on Saturday night last were Brian and Ethel Keenan. Picture: Andrew Fox

Roscommon People Friday 15 July 2016

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Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Bob and Jackie McCormack. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were members of St. Croan’s GAA Club. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Emma O’Beirne, Nuala O’Beirne, Darragh O’Beirne, Fergus O’Beirne, Seamus Regan and Larry O’Beirne. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Katie McLoughlin and Amy Coyle. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Oisín, Gerry and Ciara Farrell. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Rachel Nally and Emma Ferrick. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Karol, Emma and Donal Kelly. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Trevor and Siobhán Hunt. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Diarmuid, Michael and Cormac Regan. Picture: Andrew Fox

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• Visual Arts • Music • Theatre • Words • Film • Comedy • Family Events • Workshops & More Best wishes to the Boyle Arts Festival from

CLLR. LIAM CALLAGHAN Newly co-opted Councillor for the Boyle area Contact me with any issues on 086 3325839 or cllrlcallaghan@ roscommoncoco.ie Also best wishes to Rooskey Heritage Festival

Best wishes to the Boyle Art Festival

Local Link – connecting people with the Boyle Arts Festival

Timetable

ROUTE 570 Boyle – Roscommon

Lough Key Forest Park Ranger LOUGH KEY FOREST PARK RANGER Monday to Friday Saturday and Sunday 1st June to 31st October Departing From

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King House

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Boyle Marina

Hail and Ride

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Lough Key Forest Park

Hail and Ride

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Boyle Marina

Hail and Ride

11:25

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King House

Bus Stop

11:30

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Boyle Round Town Services BOYLE ROUND TOWN SERVICES Daily Scheduled Service Departing From

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King House

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King House

15.00

Green Street

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The Crescent

15.02

Lowpark

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Car Park Beside Supervalu

15.04

Mocmoyne Road

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Great Meadow

15.06

Patrick Street

11.40

Silveroe

15.08

Bridge Street

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Train Station

15.11

The Crescent

11.42

Plunkett Road

15.19

Post Ofﬁce

11.44

Cnoc An Baile

15.23

Lower Marian Road

11.45

The Crescent

15.24

Church View

11.46

Post Ofﬁce

15.27

Upper Marian Road

11.47

Boyle Medical Centre

15.31

The Crescent

11.50

Abbeyhaven Nursing Home

15.34

King House

12:00

King House

SERVICES

15:45

MON-FRI SAT-SUN

MON-SUN

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King House Bus Stop

07.35

Elphin Windmill

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Elphin

Hail and Ride

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Tulsk

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Cruachan Ai

Hail and Ride

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Strokestown Park House Gate

Hail and Ride

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Strokestown Bridge Street

Bus Stop

08:23

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16:48

Fourmile House

Hail and Ride

08.33

09:20

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Kilbride Community Centre

Hail and Ride

08:35

13:00

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Roscommon Lanesboro St.

Bus Stop

08.45

13.10

17.10

Roscommon Primary Care Centre

Hail and Ride

08:47

Roscommon Hospital

Bus Stop

08.50

13:13

17.13

Roscommon Train Station

Train Station (9.30)

08.55

Departing From

Stops

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Abbeytown

Bus Stop

09:25

Roscommon Post Ofﬁce Tourist Bus Stop Ofﬁce Market Square Bus Stop Roscommon Lanesboro St.

09.35

13:20

17:20

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13:25

Departing From

08:30

09:27

12.00

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< BRENDAN MCGEE

Boyle Arts Festival will feature an exciting lineup of live gigs from July 21st to 31st. The event will kick off with The Boyle Songwriters Collective on Thursday, July 21st followed by Paddy Casey in Daly’s Storehouse on Friday, July 22nd. This is Paddy’s first appearance in Boyle and it promises to be one special night, featuring the best songs from his last four albums. He will be supported by 20-year-old singer/songwriter, Brendan Cleary and the gig starts at 10 pm. Maria Doyle Kennedy will make a very welcome return to Boyle for an intimate concert in Daly’s Storehouse on July 23rd. She will be joined by her husband and collaborative partner, Kieran Kennedy. Maria has spent more than two decades performing, including appearances at Glastonbury, Oxygen and the Cambridge Folk Festival. She honed her craft as a vocalist with The Black Velvet Band before performing in the movie The Commitments. She also joined Aretha Franklin, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Nina Simone on the album, ‘The Lady Sings the Blues’. On July 24th, Paul Emmett and the Urban Cowboys will start off your Sunday with some musical treats and great cover versions with an afternoon gig in Daly’s Bar, at 2.30 pm. Composer, music director, record producer and pianist Phil Coulter needs no introduction. It’s now over 30 years since the public were seduced by Phil’s suite of ‘Tranquility’ albums and audiences can expect an evening of timeless classics during a very special performance with his full band, in St. Joseph’s Church on July 24th at 8 pm. Afterwards, David Byrne will play a free gig in An Craoibhín at 10 pm, where you can expect the very best in acoustic cover versions, to get your feet tapping. The Honey Bees play lovely old tin pan alley jazz tunes by the likes of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and Hoagy Carmicheal. The trio, consisting of Mark Murphy on piano, Clio Quinlan on violin and Margo Barrow on vocals will be sure to have you singing along during their performance in Clarke’s Bar on July 25th. Sharon Shannon and Friends will play in the

Local artists Lizi Hannon, Lynda Moyse and Ceara Conlon will give a lunchtime performance in the Church of Ireland, Boyle on Friday, July 29th.

Church of Ireland on Tuesday, July 26th. Sharon, the button accordion player from Co. Clare, has recorded and toured with a who’s who of the Irish and global music industry, including Bono, Sinead O’Connor and Willie Nelson. Local singer/songwriter Frank Simon will be joined by some special guests, when he performs at an intimate gig in the Tawnytaskin Centre on Wednesday, July 27th at 10 pm. Three local music teachers, Lizi Hannon, Lynda Moyse and Ceara Conlon will make a welcome return to the stage with a lunchtime performance in the Church of Ireland on Thursday, July 28th. This is the second time they have performed at Boyle Arts Festival. Another highlight of BAF 2016 will see Kieran Goss return to the Boyle stage, this time accompanied by Frances Black. The pair are two of Ireland’s best loved performers and they will reunite for an enchanting evening of music, featuring some of their best loved songs, in the Church of Ireland on Friday, July 29th. Afterwards join Adam Daly with his guitar and loop pedal, for a mix of old and new rock/pop classics in the Patrick’s Well.

09.52

13:32

17.32

Hail and Ride

09:54

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Bus Stop

Strokestown Park House Gate

Hail and Ride

10:07

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17:47

Tulsk

Bus Stop

10.20

14.00

18.00

Cruachan Ai

Hail and Ride

10:22

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Elphin

Bus Stop

10.30

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18.12

Elphin Windmill

Hail and Ride

10:32

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Boyle The Cresent

Bus Stop

10.50

14.30

18.30

King House

Bus Stop

11:00

14:30

18:30

10.05

13:45

With shimmering harmonies and delicate musicianship The Henry Girls have earned both commercial success and spectacular critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic. This is their second performance in Boyle, following a sellout performance at BAF 2015. The Donegal sisters will perform in King House at 8 pm on Saturday, July 30th. Afterwards, join Colin Beggan for an evening of the finest in Bluegrass music during a free gig in the Patrick’s Well at 10 pm. Don’t miss the Summer Sunday Swing & Supper event at Ardcarne on Sunday July 31st which will round off BAF 2016. Book your table now and enjoy a 3 course meal in the beautiful surroundings of the Cafe at the Ardcarne Garden Centre, accompanied by the swinging sounds of Old Market Street. Early booking is essential. Bring your own wine! Starting at 7.30 pm. Bookings for all events can also be made at the Festival office, next door to Marian’s, Bridge St. Boyle. The office is open every day from 11 am to 6 pm (excluding Sundays) from now until Saturday July 31st. Online booking is also available at www.eventbrite.ie

Best wishes to the Boyle Arts Festival from

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Let Local Link take you to Boyle Arts Festival! This year’s Boyle Arts Festival will be even more accessible than ever with the Local Link bus service now in operation throughout Boyle and surrounding areas. This means that should you wish to enjoy the many events taking place from Thursday, July 21st to Sunday, July 31st you can leave the car at home and head along. If attending shows from Lough Key Forest Park, visitors can avail of a bus which leaves from the park at 7 pm and returns to the park from Boyle at 9.45 pm. This means it is possible to enjoy a show, a bite to eat and a drink and return to Lough Key without the hassle of bringing the car! With regular routes to and from the many tourist

attractions in and around Boyle and surrounding areas, Local Link is a great addition and a wonderful service for the many visitors to the area. With services around Boyle town and the Lough Key Forest Park Ranger, which serves Boyle Marina and King House as well as the park itself, all local tourist attractions are within reach. It’s not just Boyle that has been made more accessible by Local Link, with services to and from Roscommon town, Strokestown Park House, Elphin Windmill and Tulsk, north Roscommon and the surrounding hinterland is ready to be explored For more information contact 071 9650 437 or visit locallink.ie.

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oyle Arts Festival kicks off in just a few days’ time, opening on Thursday, July 21st and running until Sunday, July 31st. There will be performances from well-known artists such as Paddy Casey, Phil Coulter, Sharon Shannon, Kieran Goss, Frances Black and the Henry Girls all set to take the stage for what promises to be a cracking ten days of music. The festival will also include many more acts including Maria Doyle Kennedy, Brendan Cleary, Paul Emmett and The Urban Cowboys, David Byrne and The Boyle Songwriters Collective to name just a few. Gigs will take place in venues across the town starting on Thursday, July 21st at Clarke’s Bar with The Boyle Songwriters Collective and finishing with Summer Sunday Swing & Supper event at Ardcarne on

The Henry Girls will take the stage in King House, Boyle on Saturday, July 30th.

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2008 presidential election. Paul Williams’ work has included major exposés of organised crime over the past 30 years. In 2013 he won a number of awards including ‘Scoop of the Year’ and ‘Breaking Business Story of the Year’ for his Anglo Tapes investigation for the Irish Independent which lifted the lid on what was going on behind the scenes at the bank which effectively broke Ireland. Both speakers are Leitrim natives and therefore no strangers to the area. ‘In Conversation’ promises to be a truly engaging night with two veteran journalists who have been at the cutting edge of Irish and international news reporting for the last 3 decades. Tickets are €10 and available from the booking office on 071 9663085.

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As part of this year’s Boyle Arts Festival, aspiring poets have been penning pieces for this year’s poetry competition. Entrants are in with a chance of securing €250 first prize or prizes of €50 for highly commended verses. The competition will be judged by Australian poet Ross Donlon who has published seven collections of his own in the past. Ross has also published poetry in journals both in Australia and Ireland including Poetry Ireland and Crannog magazine. He has travelled extensively in Europe in the last five years and has

enjoyed residencies in Norway and Romania while also reading in several other countries, both at festivals and as a feature reader. He was also the inaugural judge of the Castlemaine Poetry Prize which has been running since 2011. Entrants had been invited to submit as many poems as they wanted ahead of the June 30th deadline. The poems had to be unpublished and the original work of the author at a maximum length of 40 lines. So now the talented wordsmiths of Boyle must wait patiently until winners are announced on Saturday, July 30th in King House, Boyle.

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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

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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 086-4019102, Margaret on 087-2273793 or Anna on 087-3401894 or email: flavoursfromtheheartofireland@ gmail.com.

Castlerea Mart Report Thursday, July 7th: 500 cattle on offer with demand remaining strong for quality stores while plainer type lots have seen a dip in prices. In the weanling classes demand for the lighter type calves remained strong especially the heifer calves while in the dry cow section even though prices have taken a hit a good clearance took place. Sample prices – bullocks: Ch 430kgs €1,205, Lm 445kgs €1,150, Lmx 510kgs €1,335, Ch 550kgs €1,325, Si 645kgs €1,360, Lmx 720kgs €1,550. Heifers: Lmx 425kgs €1,155, Ch 420kgs €1,045, BBx 490kgs €1,275, Lm 440kgs €1,150, Lm 575kgs €1,380, Ch 640kgs €1,425, Dry cows: Lm 680kgs €1,275, Ch 710kgs €1,380, Si 750kgs €1,265, Chx 555kgs €1,060. Cows with calves at foot made from €1,020 to €1,940 for a Lm heifer and her heifer calf at foot. Springer cows made from €1,070 to €1,350 per head. Calves: Smaller numbers on offer this week with demand and prices similar to previous weeks. Weanling heifers: Chx 270kgs €835, Ch 265kgs €805, Lmx 310kgs €930, Ch 320kgs €920, ch 275kgs €835. Weanling bulls: Lm 270kgs €810, Ch 275kgs €800, Ch 380kgs €985, Ch 400kgs €960, Lm 285kgs €835. Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (Thursday, July 14th) with a sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am, with three rings in operation.

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Launching the €10,000 Diageo Baileys Champion Dairy Cow Competition were (l-r): Richard Whelan, Chairman of the IHFA; Robert Murphy, Diageo Baileys Global Supply; Martin Tynan, Glanbia Ingredients Ireland Virginia; Mary Gaynor, Secretary of the Virginia Show and Brendan Smyth, the Competition Director.

Roscommon dairy breeders invited to compete for €10,000 Sponsors of the most prestigious dairy livestock contest in Ireland have announced details of this year’s competition including a re-vamped prize fund of over €10,000 and cash prizes across all categories. This island-wide competition will see the very best dairy cows in the land battle it out for a top prize of €2,500; followed by €1,000 and €500 for Reserve Champion and Honourable Mention respectively. In a break with tradition, cash prizes will also be awarded for Highest Protein Content, Best EBI and Best Exhibitor-Bred Cow. The popular Best-Heifer-in-Milk category carries a fund of €1,700 with 1st place worth €500. The owner of the Best Dry Cow will also win €250. Diageo’s Head of Corporate & Trade Communications in Ireland, Hazel Chu said that Diageo was delighted to recognise excellence in dairy breeding in partnership with GIanbia Ingredients.

“Both companies are major contributors to the agri-food sector on this island and our successful collaboration as competition sponsors reflects our long-standing supply chain partnership.” “The new cash prizes for EBI and Best Protein emphasises the most profitable factors for both breeding dairy herd replacements and milk production, explained Competition Director, Brendan Smyth. “The Diageo Baileys Champion Cow is not a pedigree cow contest based on looks alone. It rewards breeders who can combine good conformation in their animals with milk production capability. To be eligible for entry, the cow must first have produced 500kgs of butterfat and protein in a 305-day lactation. Winning or even doing well in ‘the Baileys’ therefore brings great prestige.” Entry forms can be obtained on 0872560952 or at www.virginashow.com.

“Independent review on EU farm inspections needed” – Fitzmaurice Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice says that an independent review process is needed due a recent High Court ruling concerning Department of Agriculture farm inspections. The recent High Court ruling deemed that there were flaws in the inspections and that could mean thousands of possible appeals against past inspection decisions according to Deputy Fitzmaurice. He said: “This is an issue that I have been high-

lighting for some time and I raised this matter in the Dáil last week. The recent High Court ruling deemed that the Department of Agriculture’s inspection procedures were flawed. It would mean that there are now thousands of possible appeals against inspection decisions relating to EU payments. “I am calling for an independent review process to deal with all the historical penalties that may

have been affected by this High Court ruling. The rules with regard to eligibility have been reinterpreted again this year. Land eligibility concerns have been indicated to the Department over many years and farmers concerns in this regard have been upheld in this recent court judgement and an immediate review process is now required and I am calling on Minister Creed to act on this important matter immediately.”

Roscommon Mart Report Cattle prices – Friday, July 8th : There was a large entry of excellent quality cattle on offer for the 57th Anniversary sale held on Friday last. There were improved prices for bullocks in particular for quality lots; however the plainer lots were a little easier and more difficult to sell. Bullock prices ranged from €2.27 per kilo up to €2.82 per kilo.The trade for heifers was similar to the previous week with prices averaging from €2.28 per kilo up to a max of €2.87 per kilo. There was a better trade for dry cows with a large percentage of them sold. Sales continue on Friday weekly for bullocks, heifers, suckler cows, dry cows and weanlings. Dry cows made from €820 up to €1720 per lot. Sample prices: Lim X 915 kgs €1720, Simm X 905 kgs €1520, Char X 810 kgs €1460, Char X 740 kgs €1350, Simm X 735 kgs €1180, Char X 670 kgs €1100, Lim X 685 kgs €1070, AAX 705 kgs €1045, BBX 670 kgs €970, Simm X 515 kgs €820. Heifers made from €475 to €990 over. Sample prices: Lim X 530 kgs €1520, Lim X 580 kgs €1465, 2 Char X 505 kgs €1200, Char X 450 kgs €1190, 2 Lim X 445 kgs €1145, Char X 395 kgs €1105, Simm X 405 kgs €1060, Char X 370 kgs €1050, Simm X 450 kgs €1020. Bullocks made from €450 to €1005 over. Sample prices: AA 670 kgs €1450, AA 845 kgs €1750, AAX 680 kgs €1410, AAX 415 kgs €810, Char X 775 kgs €1750, 5 Lim X 725 kgs €1730, 3 Char X 702 kgs €1700, Char X 555 kgs €1380, 2 Char X 515 kgs €1370, 2 Simm X 532 kgs €1340, Char X 485 kgs €1340, 7 Char X 487 kgs €1335, BBX 505 kgs €1330, 3 Char X 455 kgs €1280, Char 355 kgs €930, 4 Lim X 538 kgs €1250, Lim X 485 kgs €1245. Sheep sale – Wednesday, July 13th: There were similar numbers on offer this week. There was no major change in the trade for lambs. Again this week there were good numbers of store lambs presented for sale with prices on par to last week. There was a slightly easier trade for cast ewes. Sales continue each Wednesday at 11 am for lambs and cast ewes. Please note that as and from Wednesday August 3rd ewe lambs will be sold separately. Sample prices - Spring lambs: 44.40 kgs €90, 45.10 kgs €95, 48.30 kgs €116 (ewe lambs), 46.80 kgs €100, 45.7 kgs €99, 51 kgs €108, 49.6 kgs €111, 48.80 kgs €112. Store lambs: 37 kgs €80.50, 36.2 kgs €79, 40.50 kgs €85, 35.80 kgs €81, 33.20 kgs €79.50, 40.30 kgs €86,38.22 kgs €81.50. Cast ewes made from €70 to €100 per lot.

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PropertyPeople A number of prime farms available at Earley’s John Earley FIPAV of Property Partners Earley Roscommon is this week offers to the market a number of highly attractive holdings of residential and non-residential farms located in the greater Roscommon area. He commented: “Demand for all sizes of holding has remained strong of late and we are pleased to offer to the market approximately 125 acres of dual purpose lands with a comprehensive farmyard at Tulsk, Co. Ros-

common, 120 acres of lands (newly reseeded), forestry lands and boglands together with a 3 bedroomed residence beside Roscommon town, 101.5 acres with a period residence and farmyard located at Laragh, Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon, 76 acres of lands and boglands with a modern farmyard located beside Ballymoe village on the Galway border, and 23.5 acres of limestone lands with a derelict 3 bedroomed bungalow locat-

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Properties required in the Castlecoote/Fuerty area Property Partners Earley Roscommon are this week seeking houses in the Castlecoote/Fuerty area for cash clients and disappointed underbidders. John Earley commented: “We have experienced a very busy period of house sales over the past number of months with a large volume of residential properties being sold or sale agreed. As a result we are now seeking a detached house and a bungalow residence in the general Castlecoote/Fuerty area. We offer a comprehensive pre-market analysis, valuation service

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A highly attractive holding of excellent quality roadside lands located with excellent road frontage located in a select agricultural district. The said lands have been maintained to a superior standard and must offer local farmers an excellent opportunity to increase their existing holdings. The said property can be sold in one or more lots as set out below should market interest dictate due to its setting and layout: Lot 1: The entire. Lot 2: c. 27.9 acres of lands. Lot 3: c. 8.5 acres of forestry lands planted in c. 2013. (c. 7.22 acres of Sitka Spruce; c. 0.84 acres of Hybrid Larch; c. 0.34 acres of Additional Broadleaves). The said forestry lands have an annual premium of €1,456.07 for c. 20 years. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. LEGAL: MESSERS PATRICK J NEILAN & CO, GOLF LINKS RD, ROSCOMMON, CO. ROSCOMMON.

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Oakwood retirement apartments to rent David Diffley of Property Partners Earley is this week offering to the market 2 bedroomed quality apartments located at Oakwood retirement village, Hawthorne Drive, Co. Roscommon. David describes the properties as: “Quality 2 bedroomed apartments finished to the highest standard throughout and located adjacent to the established Oakwood nursing home. The units are finished to turnkey standard and have the benefit of safe and secure living accommodation and with additional care services available from the adjacent nursing home. We now invite immediate enquiries and viewings. Ground and first floor apartments avail-

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THE GROVE, KILTEEVAN, CO ROSCOMMON Most attractive two bedroom cottage situated in a quiet country setting just 5 miles from the town of Roscommon and Lanesboro which boasts excellent fishing on the River Shannon. The property is presented for sale in first class condition and offers a range of outbuildings together with paddock to side. PRICE REGION: €100,000 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW ON LARGE SITE

“BELVOIR”, GAILEY, KNOCKCROGHERY, CO ROSCOMMON Quality four bedroom bungalow on c. 1 acre situated within walking distance of Knockcroghery Village and all local amenities. This property benefits from a very large garden c. 1 acre in total with large workshop to rear. Accommodation includes entrance hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, four bedrooms and family bathroom. Overall this is an excellent well maintained family home for which the Auctioneer invites viewings and offers. PRICE REGION: €139,000 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET QUALITY 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW

BALLINAGARD ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN, CO ROSCOMMON Quality four bedroom bungalow situated on a large private site on the popular Ballinagard Road within walking distance of all town amenities. An attractive property with part timber facade, accommodation consists of entrance hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, playroom, four large bedrooms, utility and family bathroom. Outside large private grounds with detached garage to the rear. Church Street, Roscommon town, CO. ROSCOMMON TEL: 090 6627878 FAX: 090 6627877 E-mail info@oates.ie Website: www.oates.ie

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

4 bedroomed bungalow at Runnabracken Pat Hughes & Co are offering for sale at Runnabracken, Co. Roscommon a four bedroomed bungalow on a one acre site with a good range of out offices, a 3 bay hay shed, a lean to, cattle pen and crush. The residence has the benefit of oil fired central heating. Pat feels that this property offers great potential due to its location just off the main Castlerea road. For further details please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net.

Cuilleenirwan, Dysart, Co. Roscommon

Country residence on 2 acres with Oates At Cuilleenirwan, Dysart, Co. Roscommon Oates Auctioneers have for sale a unique 4 bedroomed dormer style residence situated on a gentle elevated site in a quiet cul-de-sac 10 minutes from Athlone town. Presented for sale in exceptional condition surrounded by mature trees with paddock to side. This residence comprises entrance hallway, sitting room, kitchen with breakfast bar, dining room,

dressing room, office, 4 large bedrooms (3 ensuite) and family bathroom. Outside large detached garage. There is an option to purchase 7 acres adjoining agricultural land should market interest dictate. Price region: €410,000. Contact Oates Auctioneers, Church Street, Roscommon on 090 662 7878 or log onto www.oates.ie for more information.

Rahara sites available with Connaughton’s Two prime building sites of 0.5 acres with full planning permission are available for sale in Rahara village, Co. Roscommon. Site ‘A’ has full planning permission for a two storey residence of 2,400 sq. ft. Site ‘B’ has full planning permsission for a bungalow residence of 2,045 sq. ft. Either site can be sold separately or together. For further details, maps and house plans contact the office. Due to a large number of recent sales, we now require properties in all areas of Roscommon, east Galway and Mayo.

The following properties have been recently sale agreed through Connaughton Auctioneers: Cloonshivna, Newbridge, Co. Galway, St. Theresa’s Road, Lisnamult, Roscommon, Curragh, Castlecoote, Co. Roscommon, 1 and 7 Goldsmith Drive, Elphin, Co. Roscommon and Riverside Avenue, Circular Road, Roscommon. Contact the office immediately for a free valuation. No sale, no fee. Connaughton Auctioneers, Main Street, Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel: 090 6663882.

Attractive 3 bed for sale with Pat Hughes Hughes & Co have for sale at Corraun Village an attractive semi-detached 3 bedroomed residence on a corner site finished to a high standard. Viewing is highly recommended. For further details and appointment to view please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net.

Old AIB Buildings, Church Street, Roscommon

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PropertyPeople Sean Naughton MIPAV COMMISSIONER FOR OATHS, AUCTIONEERS, VALUERS, ESTATE AGENTS THE SQUARE, ROSCOMMON TEL: (090) 6625080 ((offi office) ce) Mob: 087 2479486 — Fax: (090) 6627161 Email: seannaughton@eircom.net FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY

Coolderry, Four Roads, Co. Roscommon 20.5 acres of top quality land for sale, in Coolderry, Four Roads, Co. Roscommon. Price on Application. -----------------------------------------------------------NEW TO THE MARKET – For Sale by Private Treaty 72 Acres of Land at Curraghmore, Kiltoom, Co. Roscommon There is an existing plantation on the land of between 12 to 15 years old. This land would be ideally situated for a number of uses such as Wildlife Sanctuary and Gun Range. Price on Application

LAND SALES: Drinaun, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon

Lands new to market at Sean Naughton Auctioneers Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer new to the market 72 acres of forestry land at Curraghmore, Kiltoom. Co. Roscommon. This land had 12 to 15 year old plantation on it, It would seem ideally situated for a number of uses such as a wildlife sanctuary, gun range, as this land is situated so close to the River Shannon it could be developed as a theme park. This land is located 7km from Athlone town with a large catchment area. Shopping amenities include Athlone Town Centre, Golden Island Shopping Centre, Dunnes Stores, Aldi and Lidl. Athlone has a number of tourist amenities such as a marina for cruisers on the River Shannon, Athlone Castle, Cloonmacnoise Monastery and Bay Sports and is very popular with tourists. This land would offer an ideal investment for the right investor with a vision for the area. Price on application. Also on offer this week is a one acres site for sale by private treaty at Jamestown, Four Roads, Co. Roscommon. Offers in the region of €35,000. Finally on offer this week are 12 acres of good quality land at Curraghboy, Dysart, Co. Roscommon. Price on application. For more information or to arrange viewing contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers, The Square, Roscommon on 090 662 5080 or online at www.seannaughtonauctioneers.ie.

Circa 16 acres of top quality silage/meadow land for sale. Set in two adjoining parcels of C. 8 Acres Each Elevated land overlooking Annaghmore Lake Located midway between Elphin & Strokestown ---------------------------------------------------------------------

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

FOR SALE NEW TO THE MARKET

NEW TO THE MARKET

Three bed residence

Three bed residence with garage

ROSELAWN DRIVE, BALLYGAR, CO. GALWAY

RUANE, BALLYGAR, CO. GALWAY

• Attractive three bedroom residence • Large gardens to front and rear • Driveway kerbed & Tarmacadamed, extends to rear • Range of outbuildings to the rear • Adjacent to Ballygar town & all its amenities • Traditional stone wall to front Price Region: €140,000 To arrange a viewing call Connaughton Auctioneers on 090-6663700

• In excellent condition standing on c. 0.5 acres • Elevated mature site overlooking Ballygar Town • Garage and wooden shed to rear • Within walking distance of town centre • Mature hedging to side and rear with range of flower/shrubbery beds • Block wall to front Price Region: €135,000 Contact Sole Selling Agents Connaughton Auctioneers on 090-6663700 for further details.

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Salmon’s Lane, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon

Call 090-6663700 today Ballinagard, Co. Roscommon

Circa 19 acres ideally situated along the picturesque Salmon Lane Nature Walk in the village of Ballyleague and less than 500 meters from the River Shannon.

Dergraw, Cootehall, Boyle, Co. Roscommon.

Circa 23½ acres of good quality grazing land Located midway between Cootehall & Leitrim Village ---------------------------------------------------------------------

Cleen, Knockvicar, Boyle, Co. Roscommon.

Circa 18 acres of good quality grazing land ---------------------------------------------------------------------

Kilaraght, Boyle, Co. Sligo.

Circa 15 Acres of Good Quality Meadow land Situated just off the Boyle-Frenchpark Road ---------------------------------------------------------------------

Knockroe, Cuilsheeraghmore, Ballinafad, Boyle, Co. Sligo. Circa 20 acres of good quality grazing land.

For maps & details of all lands please contact:

Vincent

EGAN

Auctioneer & Valuer

Bungalow with land at Ballinagard At Ballinagard, Co. Roscommon Hughes & Company have for sale a two bedroomed bungalow on a 0.5 acre site. The residence is in good condition and located in a prominent position in a much sought after area. It can be sold with a further nine and a half acres of land if required. They also have for sale a number of different plots of land in the Ballinagard area. On Ballinagard Road they have a further five and a half acres, at Ballymartin More they are offering twelve and a half acres and at Bolinree they have a further ten acres. Most of the lands are of top quality some of the lands have excellent development potential. Pat is encouraging interested parties to contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net

C. 24.7 Acres of Prime Fattening Lands Consisting of c. 24.7 acres of good quality lands at Clooneigh, Elphin, Co. Roscommon in a prime location close to the towns of Elphin, Tulsk and Strokestown. This farm contains some of the finest mineral soil fattening lands in the region, with extensive road frontage, is well serviced with a cattle handling pin, water and fencing along with the remains of a traditional stone cottage.

Maps and further information available on request LEGALS: JOAN H DEVINE & CO, SOLICITORS, BRIDGE ST, STROKESTOWN, CO ROSCOMMON PHONE: 071-9634608 A.M.V: P.O.A.

FOR SALE

20 acre farm at Porteen with Hughes & Co

Porteen, Dysart, Co. Roscommon

Lands at

CLOONEIGH, ELPHIN, CO. ROSCOMMON

In The Central Bar, Elphin, Co. Roscommon Friday 2nd September at 3.00pm

ELPHIN ST., BOYLE, CO. ROSCOMMON. Tel. 071-9662464 or 086-8174565. W. www.vincentegan.net

At Porteen, Dysart, Co. Roscommon Hughes and Company are offering for sale a 20 acre residential farm. The lands are located approximately two miles off the main Ballinasloe to Four Roads road. Most of the lands are of good quality with an old farmhouse thereon. Hughes & Company are accepting offers in excess of €200,000 for the entire property. For further details please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION

Land

BALLYGLASS, BALLINAGARE, CO. ROSCOMMON

Church Street, Roscommon

Landmark AIB building for sale This week Hughes & Company have for sale at Church Street, Roscommon a landmark building formerly the old AIB measuring approximately 3,000 sq. ft. and currently laid out in offices. Pat is accepting every offer in excess of €200,000 for this fine landmark building. For further details please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@ eircom.net.

C. 13 Acres (5.26 Hectares) of good lands Consisting of c. 13 acres (5.26 Hectares) of good lands at Ballyglass, Ballinagare, Co. Roscommon in a prime location close to the villages of Ballinagare and Tulsk convenient to the N5 Tulsk/Ballaghaderreen Road. This farm is in one manageable lot with good access and has a well maintained cattle pin and crush. This is an ideal opportunity for someone to extend their existing holding or for a start-up farm. Maps and further information available on request A.M.V: P.O.A.

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< TO LET: 20 acres of meadow for hay/silage in the Ballygar area. Tel: 090 66 60291.

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< 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. < FOR SALE: Calf creep feeder with adjustable bar to fit any sizes calves. Factory made, very good condition. €650. Tel: 086 2351926.

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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.

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.

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

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ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission on behalf of Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited to erect a company sign at the site entrance off the R362 public road and associated siteworks at Monksland, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Seamus Murray, Project Managers, Engineers & Surveyors. Phone: (087) 2222874, seamusmurray60@gmail. com The Planning Application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and that submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application & such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission on behalf of Tomas and Tina Gilleran for a change of house plan to that previously granted under planning permission, Ref- PD/15/88 and to construct a garage ancillary to the dwellinghouse & associated siteworks at Kellybrook, Knockcroghery, Co Roscommon. Signed: Seamus Murray, Project Managers, Engineers & Surveyors. Phone: (087) 2222874, seamusmurray60@gmail. com

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Sean McFadden for planning permission retention of existing alterations that were made to all facades of an existing dormer bungalow type dwelling house that was previously granted full planning permission under Planning Reference No. PD/00/995 consisting of (a) the retention of the 2 no. windows at first floor level on the north facing elevation (b) 1 no. circular window at first floor level on the south facing elevation, (c) the 2 no. dormer windows at first floor level together with the retention of the front door and glazing panels on the west facing elevation (d) the retention of the 2 no. dormer windows at first floor level together with 1 no circular window at first floor level of the east facing elevation and finish floor level, together with seeking retention permission for an attached garage and ancillary site works, also planning permission to install two number windows to front west facing elevation at Drumman More, Roosky, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Andrew Morris, Chartered Engineer, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, Ph Office: 090 6627950, www. morrislohan.ie

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

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying for planning permission, on behalf of Martin and Maureen Connelly, to retain a dwellinghouse and septic tank system, along with a garage and garden sheds, as constructed at Cloontrask Townland, Castlerea. Signed: Mary O’Hara & Associates, Civil Engineering Consultants, Market Street, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. Tel: 094 98 61515 The planning application may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable costs of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application.The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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< HOUSE TO RENT at Mote Park, Roscommon. Three bed bungalow, option of solid fuel or oil heating. Tel: 086 1628742. < LADY/COUPLE REQUIRED to rent double room. €200 per month. Rent allowance accepted. References required. Tel: 089 4977593.

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Was trading as a butcher shop, partially equipped. It would also be ideal for a flower shop or any business that requires a walk-in fridge. Boyle area.

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FamilyNotices ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES McLOUGHLIN Eddie and Peggie Late of Grange, Curraghboy, Athlone

In loving memory of our dear parents Eddie who died on 27th of July 2007 and Peggie who died on 3rd of September 2008 Will those who think of them today A little prayer to Jesus say

Loved and remembered by your family. Anniversary Mass in St. Brigid’s Church,Curraghboy on Sunday, 17th July at 10.30am.

FEERICK Bridie Late of Four Mile House (11th Anniversary)

KIRWAN Peter

KELLY Elsie

SMYTH Eithne

McGUIRE Ronnie

Ballymurray, Roscommon Who died on 21st July 2015 (1st Anniversary)

Tobberavaddy, Athleague, Co. Roscommon (3rd Anniversary) 15th July, 2016

Weekfield, Roscommon (12th Anniversary)

Clooneigh, Elphin, Co. Roscommon

In loving memory of Eithne Smyth, who died on the 20th of July, 2004 R.I.P.

Ronnie’s wife Catherine, daughters Rachel, Nicola and Rebecca, grandchildren Ellen, James, John, Jack, Ava and Luke, sons-in-law Conor and Martin, brother Joe, brother-in-law Eugene and extended family wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who sympathised and supported us in our recent sad bereavement. To all those who called to the house, made phone calls, sent Mass Cards and messages of sympathy – thank you. Our thanks to Pat and Marian McHugh, Funeral Directors for their help and professionalism. To Fr. Larney Shine, Canon Whitney and Fr. McGauran who concelebrated Ronnie’s Funeral Mass – thank you. The Eucharistic Ministers and Mass Servers. Our thanks to Norma and the choir for the beautiful music and singing. Thanks to the gravediggers who prepared Ronnie’s final resting place. To the Public Health nurses and home helps – thank you. To all the staff at the Medical Centre, Elphin – thank you. Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Gerry O’Mara and team, Mr. Liam McMullen and team, the Palliative Care team and all the staff at Roscommon County Hospital. A special word of thanks to our wonderful neighbours and friends who did the catering and brought food at Reposing time. To our neighbours who conducted traffic management to and from our home and continued to support us following Ronnie’s passing. Thank you to all at McAuliffe’s Pharmacy. To the Percy French Hotel for the lovely food, following the Burial – thank you. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust this acknowledgement will be accepted by everyone as an expression of our sincere gratitude. May he Rest in Peace.

Peter’s wife Betty, together with the Kirwan family, wish to extend their sincere thanks and gratitude to neighbours, friends and all who attended Peter’s Removal and Funeral Mass, sent Mass Cards and messages of sympathy. We wish to thank the ambulance and paramedic crew and doctors, staff and Chaplain at Portiuncula Hospital. We wish to thank Tom and Pat Smyth, Funeral Directors. We also wish to thank the gravediggers. Our sincere thanks to Fr. Ray Milton, Canon Peadar Lavin and the choir. Thank you to Fr. Browne for the Mass he said in Fourmilehouse for Peter. Also those from the Golf Club who formed the Guard of Honour. Thanks to Hannon’s Hotel for a lovely meal. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this as a token of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

HARRIS Barrie Corlackin, Creggs, Roscommon (21st Anniversary) In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother Who died on 10th of July 2005 You are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Missed and lovingly remembered by John and family. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 16th of July in Four Mile House Church at 8.15pm.

In loving memory of a dear husband and father, who died on 17th of July 1995 Always remembered by Bina and family. Anniversary Mass on Friday 15th July at 7pm in Kilbegnet Church for Barrie and deceased members of the Harris family.

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We awake each morning to start a new day But the pain of losing you never goes away We go about the things we have to do But our thoughts are never far from you We want to call you and hear your voice And tell you all that’s happened Or maybe get your advice To say Mam we love you and we always will And hope that in us, some of you has been instilled Someday we know all will be well And we will meet again with stories to tell Of how you were missed and how we have grown And all of the children that are missing you so Our memories of you we will keep near and pass them on to those who are dear You’re so wonderful to think of But so hard to live without We miss you from your fireside chair Your loving smile and gentle air Your vacant place no one can fill We miss you Mam and always will

Always in our thoughts, forever in our heart, loved and missed every day, her loving sons and daughters, daughters-in-law, sonsin-law, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Elsie’s Anniversary Mass is Sunday, 24th July, 2016 in Castlecoote Church.

NAUGHTON Maurice (5th Anniversary) Treasured memories of Maurice Naughton, late of 5 St. Theresa’s Tce, Roscommon, who died on 17th July 2011 R.I.P. A silent thought A quiet prayer For someone special in God’s care.

Always remembered by his loving family.

It does not take a special day For me to think of you Each Mass I hear Each prayer I say Is offered up for you. You are so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without.

Always remembered and missed by your loving husband Johnny. Anniversary Mass in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague, on Sunday 17th July at 11am.

SNYPE (nee Madden) Gretta Late of Hollywell, Derrane In loving memory of a dear Mother who died on July 18th 2001 R.I.P. (15th Anniversary)

Mother We lost a Mother with a heart of gold, How much we miss her can never be told. She shared our troubles and helped us along, If we follow in her footsteps, We will never go wrong. Gone from the home that smiling face, The cheerful pleasant ways, The heart that won so many friends, In bygone happy days. A life made beautiful by kindly deeds, A helping hand for others needs. To a beautiful life comes a happy end, She died as she lived, everyone’s friend. Fold her in your arms Lord, Now that she is reunited with our Dad. You will be looking after each other, Until we meet you both again.

Remembering you today and always, by all your loving family, friends and neighbours. Mam’s Anniversary Mass on Saturday 16th July in Derrane Church at 7pm.

KEANE William and Nora Kilbegnet, Creggs, Co. Roscommon (13th and 8th Anniversaries)

A tribute of love to parents so dear So close to our hearts each day of the year With all of the memories to treasure and hold Of wonderful parents more precious than gold.

Loved and missed always by, your loving daughters Maureen, Kathleen, Margaret and Anne, son-in-law Jimmy, grandchildren Jason, Sharon, Aisling and Gillian and greatgrandchildren xxx Anniversary Mass in Kilbegnet Church on the 17th July at 11.30am.

FARRELL James and Annie Fairymount, Kilrooskey, Co. Roscommon (1st and 28th Anniversaries)

In loving memory of our dear mum and dad, James and Annie Farrell, Fairymount, Kilrooskey, Co. Roscommon, whose anniversaries occur at this time Months and years slip gently by But love and memories never die In our hearts you both will stay Loved and cherished everyday

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving family. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 16th July at 8pm in St. Mary’s Church, Ballagh.

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APPOINTMENTS Chomhairle Chontae Longfoirt LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL

RETAINED FIREFIGHTER POST LANESBORO FIRE BRIGADE Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for inclusion on a panel for the above mentioned post from which vacancies arising during the life of the panel may be filled. Remuneration: Inclusive Annual Retaining Allowance: Service Firefighter 0 – 2 years €7,562 2 – 5 years €8,402 5 – 10 years €9,439 10 years + €10,383 Drill

Fires Day

Rate per hour €19.86

1st hour €39.72

Night / Weekend Subsequent hour €19.86

1st hour €79.43

Subsequent hour €39.72

Application forms and further particulars may be obtained from the: Human Resources Department, or electronically from the Council’s Website. Completed application forms must be returned to be received not later than Close of Business on Wednesday, 27th July 2016. The Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates. Canvassing on behalf of candidates will lead to their disqualification. Human Resources Department, Aras an Chontae, Great Water Street, Longford

Phone: 043 334 3304 Email: humanresources@longfordcoco.ie Website: www.longfordcoco.ie

Longford County Council is committed to providing equality of opportunity in all our employment practices.

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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 your loving family. Anniversary Mass at 10am on Sunday 17th July in St. Joseph’s Church, Kilteevan.

KEARNEY Martina Hawthorn Drive, Roscommon (6th Anniversary)

No special day is needed For us to think of you You are always in our thoughts No matter what we do. You’re more than a precious memory From whom we hard to part You are the light that burns within us In the centre of our hearts.

Sadly missed by her husband Danny, daughter Rita, son David, son-in-law Robert, daughter-in-law Mary and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Friday 15th July at 10.30am.

SportsPeople

Horses for Courses by Tom Red This weekend’s action: The Bulmer’s Live series returns to Leopardstown this evening with racing away at 5.50pm and music after last race supplied by the Irish folk rock group Hermitage Green. Today is also the last day of the 4 day Killarney Summer Festival with a national hunt card away at pm. Tomorrow racing is on in Kilbeggan with a pm start featuring the €50,000 Midlands National and Ladies Day sponsored by Dundrum Shopping Centre and The Wineport Lodge. Saturday sees the first of two days racing at headquarters in the Curragh featuring the Darley Irish Oakes and on Sunday two Group 2 races, the Minstrel Stakes for 3Y-O+ and Kilboy Estate Stakes for 3-Y-O+ fillies. They share Sunday racing with Tipperary and an all NH card, featuring 3 hurdles, 3 steeplechases and a bumper, off at 5.55pm. Ballinrobe have a two day meeting starting on Monday. Of the 23 in the Midlands National at Kilbeggan on Friday night Gigginstown own 7 and JP McManus 6 so riding arrangements may tell a lot. The one that catches the eye is the JP owned Down Under from Frank Flood’s yard a winner on the track twice and 2nd on his last 3 runs and could be value if Barry Geraghty or Mark Walsh, a very good rider on the track, opt for him. There 19 fillies left in the Darley Irish Oaks at the 5 day declaration stage at the Curragh on Saturday. Aidan O’Brien trains nearly half the field with 8 led by Ribblesdale winner Even Song, Jim Bolger has 4, Joseph

O’Brien and John Oxx both have 1 and there are 5 English raiders including Architecture and Ajman Princess, runner-up in the Ribblesdale which were both supplemented at a cost of €40,000 each. On Friday evening Robbie McNamara had a great start to his new training career, as Chadic ridden by Conor Brassil won the opening race with Rathcannon under Finny Maguire completing a double for the yard in the bumper. Call Vinnie just failed to make it a treble finishing runner-up in the 4th race. The former crack amateur rider had just turned pro, 8 months, when a fall at Wexford in April 2015 cut short his career leaving him paralysed from the waist down. The Aidan O’Brien trained Deauville dropped back to 1m 2f in the Belmont Derby in America on Saturday and duly gave the Ballymore yard another Derby winning by a neck and 1¼l from Highland Sky and Beach Patrol under Jamie Spencer. No luck for the yard in Hamburg on Sunday when in a ding dong battle to the German Derby Isfahan just hung on to win by a head and a neck from Savoir Vivre and Dschingis Secret in an all local finish. O’Brien’s Landofhopeandglory did not live up to his name and ran a very disappointing race finishing well down the field. Park Row beat Zorba The Greek a short head with Catchy Lass a neck away in third at Dundalk on Tuesday afternoon. The 6-Y-O gelding is trained by John Feane for the John Feane

O’GRADY Margaret Lanesboro Street, Roscommon (10th Anniversary)

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Treasured memories of Margaret, beloved mother and friend, who died on 31st July 2006 R.I.P. Also in memory of her late husband Martin Loved and remembered by her sons Martin and Philip and extended family and friends. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 23rd July at 10.30am in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon. Park Row, centre, pips Zorba The Greek, and Catchy Lass on the rail

Partnership one of whom is local track Manager Michael Finneran. Well done Michael.

General News On Tuesday Pyromanic received a 42 day ban from racing and trainer Tony Martin fined €2,000 when the Killarney stewards felt he had used the racecourse as a training ground. Patrick McGuigan received 7 days for not achieving the best position. Neither trainer nor jockey reported that the horse hung badly finishing a well beaten 6th behind Hidden Cyclone. Claimer David Egan, attached to Roger Varian’s yard, rode his first winner on Etienne Gerard for Nigel Tinker at Windsor recently. David is steeped in racing blood. His parents are the jockey John Egan from near Ballinasloe and trainer Sandra Hughes daughter of the late Dessie Hughes. David is a grand nephew of the late Margaret Burke of Goff Street and Eileen Moran of Skrine. In a rare occurrence father and son, for the second time, faced each other in the last at Wolverhampton on Monday night.

Competition Time Going racing to Kilbeggan on Friday evening next are Joe Rooney, Margaret Egan and John Earley. Don’t forget to collect your tickets in the office and hope you all enjoy Ladies Day, the fashion as well as the races. Our next competition will be for tickets to Roscommon on the 2nd August starting next week.

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David Keenan displays great agility as he evades the challenge of Eamon Brannigan during last Sunday’s Connacht Football Final in Pearse Stadium. Picture: Andrew Fox

Will Sunday bring a Rossie redemption? Connacht SFC Final Replay: Roscommon v Galway at Elvery’s MacHale Park, Castlebar on Sunday at 3.30 pm (ET if necessary) < SEAMUS DUKE

In 1998, the last time when these sides played in a Connacht senior final, the game went to a replay which Galway won after extra-time. This weekend the sides go into battle again at MacHale Park with the Nestor Cup the prize once again. There is no point in saying anything other than the drawn game was a totally forgettable affair and both sides will have a chance to show a bit more ambition in Sunday’s replay. Having looked at the game a number of times since Sunday, I am convinced that there is loads of improvement in this Roscommon team and they are well capable of throwing off the shackles and winning this replay. The words of Joe Brolly, who said last Sunday that “Galway will win the replay because Roscommon are useless and getting worse” should be a huge motiva-

tion for players and management – and if Roscommon can be more positive in their play they can win this replay. Darren O’Malley did well on his return and he is almost certain to be retained as goalkeeper. The full-back line of Seanie McDermott, Sean Mullooly and Niall McInerney were excellent last weekend, and all should be retained, although it must be said that Danny Cummins was a threat last Sunday, scoring three points from play. John McManus had a great second half last Sunday and along with Davy Murray and Sean Purcell will expect to be chosen again in the half-back line. One slight concern was the lack of cover in the match day 26 in defence. There were only two defenders in the subs, Fergal Lennon (who has never played senior championship for Roscommon) and Niall Carty, who is just back for a year-long injury.

Niall Daly was excellent again at midfield but could there be a change of partner for the replay? Cathal Compton was picked there last weekend, but he was moved into the full-forward line. Thomas Corcoran also looked good when he came on last Sunday and is also an option and of course Enda Smith and maybe even Cathal Shine are contenders to partner Daly. The attack misfired last Sunday but it was not a day for attackers on either side. The options available to the selectors here are many, but I would presume that Fintan Cregg, Ciaráin Murtagh, Conor Devaney, Cathal Cregg, David Keenan, Enda Smith and Cathal Cregg will all be considered for a starting place. Donie Smith looked sharp when he came on and of course there’s Senan Kilbride and Donie Shine too. Diarmuid Murtagh is another who, if fit, would be an automatic starter on

any Roscommon team. Hopefully he will come into the reckoning too. The Roscommon attack will never play as poorly again and that’s what gives this writer great hope of a win in this replay. Galway are an improving side and last Sunday Declan Kyne was outstanding at full-back, while Gary O’Donnell and Gareth Bradshaw were very impressive in the half-back line. Paul Conroy was also very effective at midfield while up front only Damien Comer and Danny Cummins made any significant headway. The debate about negative tactics and the proliferation of the handpass in Gaelic football is a debate that should be held elsewhere, but the rules are what they are – so let’s concentrate on Sunday’s replay. It’s my belief that if the Roscommon management can trust the players to do

the right thing rather than being afraid to make a mistake, then the capacity for improvement is there for Roscommon to win this replay. We have loads of options – particularly up front – and if we can get an even break at midfield (which we did last Sunday) then Roscommon can win the replay. Roscommon have had a few chastening experiences in MacHale Park over the years but we won the last time we played the Connacht final there (in 2010). In the famous words of Kieran Donaghy after a recent All-Ireland final it would be nice to be able to say “What do think about that Joe Brolly?” when it comes to 5.15 pm on Sunday evening. Roscommon to win. Match odds: Roscommon 11/10 v Galway Evens; Draw 15/2. Prediction: Roscommon by three points.

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‘Different day and different game’ – McStay hoping for different result!

Friday, July 8th Adult Football League Division 5 Kilmore 0-14 St. Joseph’s 1-8 Michael Glavey’s 3-14 Fuerty 2-6 Saturday, July 9th Adult Football League Division 5 St Aidan’s W/O v Ballinameen Adult Football League Division 6 Tulsk Lord Edwards W/O v Shannon Gaels Sunday, July 10th Connacht SFC Final Galway 0-13 Roscommon 1-10

GAA Fixtures Friday, July 15th Adult Football League Division 3 (Tansey Cup) At Orchard Park: Elphin v Western Gaels. 8 pm Junior B Football Championship (Section A) (8 pm) At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Kilglass Gaels At Kilmore: Kilmore v Michael Glavey’s At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Oran Junior B Football Championship (Section B) (8 pm) At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Roscommon Gaels At Kilbride: Kilbride v Boyle

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Last Sunday was a tough day for all concerned with the Connacht final in Salthill. It was tough for the players, the team management and the spectators, all of whom had to contend with the disastrous weather, the chronic traffic, the weight of expectation, and the poor game that has received much criticism on the national stage. Roscommon joint manager Kevin McStay says that last Sunday’s game is another step along the way in the learning curve that this team are on, and that the management as well as the players will learn much from their mistakes last weekend as they prepare for the replay. “Look, there were mistakes made for sure and we as a management made mistakes too, but you have to remember that this is a very inexperienced group. The players are very young and as a management team we are learning too. Last Sunday was a really tough day and we made loads of mistakes on and off the field, but we are still standing and we showed great character and resilience to stay in the game and get the draw. “We know that we misfired but we also know that there is plenty of room for improvement, which gives us great hope for next Sunday. “We took a lot of flak since Sunday but I can say that no one planned for the game to turn out like it did and that’s the truth of the matter both from a players’ points of view and from a management point of view as well. In fact it was the same for both sides. We know it was a

GAA Results Wednesday, July 6th Adult Football League Division 4 St. Croan’s 3-11 Clann na nGael 1-11 St. Dominic’s 2-14 Boyle 2-6 St. Ronan’s W/O v Kilglass Gaels Strokestown 3-11 Oran 0-10 Adult Football League Division 5 Kilmore 2-11 St. Aidan’s 2-4 Adult Football League Division 6 Tulsk Lord Edwards W/O v St. Barry’s St. Faithleach’s W/O v Shannon Gaels

Saturday, July 16th Adult Football League Division 2 (O’Gara Cup) At Knockcroghery: St. Dominic’s v Éire Óg Adult Football League Division 4 At Parc Naomh Bearraí: St. Barry’s v Pádraig Pearses. 8 pm Sunday, July 17th Junior A Football Championship (Section B) At: Rockfield: St. Joseph’s v Castlerea St. Kevin’s. 2 pm Connacht SFC Final Replay At Elvery’s MacHale Park, Castlebar: Roscommon v Galway. 3.30 pm

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Kevin McStay talking with Seanie McDermott and Niall McInerney after the full-time whistle. Picture: Andrew Fox

poor game but there were some reasons for that. The conditions were horrific and even as we held the ball at the end of the game in the final few seconds the lads said that the wind was just too strong to go for the winning point – and I trust them on that. “This weekend is a totally different day and a different game now. I can tell you that there are no injuries to any players at all since last Sunday, which is great. The hardest thing that we are going to have to do this week is settle on a match day 26 for the replay and that’s even before we pick the starting team. I can guarantee you that every single player

on the 26 who are chosen will be in contention for a starting place. “This week is all about recovery and rest. We had a meeting on Monday night and we will meet again on Thursday night and that will be it for this week. This is a second Connacht final in the space of a week for our young players and that is massive. In fact when you look at the big picture we will have at least six major championship games this summer with the possibility of more, and that added to the eight league games will bring on these young players a ton. “I am totally convinced we will show a huge improvement on Sunday next. It was never going to be

easy to go to Salthill and win. Now we have Galway away from their home pitch and the fact that the game is not on TV means that there will be a big crowd again. Roscommon fans travelled in huge numbers last Sunday and hopefully they will again this weekend. “This is a totally new situation now and we know that there is huge improvement possible in our performance. If we can loosen up a bit in our play the way we know we can, we are well capable of winning this replay and I have faith in our young players to do that. We are learning all the time as a group and we can make that pay on Sunday in Castlebar,” he concluded.

Walsh: “Scores are level at half-time!” < SEAMUS DUKE

Two days on from Sunday’s draw, the Galway manager, Kevin Walsh, remains philosophical about Sunday’s game and upbeat about the replay. Kevin spoke to People Sport on Tuesday evening. He said: “A few days on and the emotions are still the same. We are disappointed that we didn’t hold out to our lead and see it out, but overall we were happy with a draw. Roscommon were four points up and they are a Division One

team and we did well to peg them back. “Roscommon got the goal against the run of play but it was a defensive game with a lot of players behind the ball. It might not have been a great game to watch but the conditions were horrible and hopefully it will be a better day on Sunday and if it is it will be a better game. A lot of the play went laterally but the players were doing their best on both sides. A lot of the criticism of the game was very harsh and the conditions were a major factor.

“We have no injuries to report and the mood in the camp is upbeat. It’s halftime now and the scores are level and that’s the way we have to look at it. I was very impressed with the way our lads battled all the way and we would have no worries about going to Castlebar on Sunday. Once again there won’t be much in it and we feel that we can win it if we up our game a bit on last Sunday’s effort. Roscommon are a quality side but hopefully we can complete the job on Sunday,” he concluded.

Thursday, July 14th U-14 Football Championship Division 1 (7.30 pm) At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v St. Ciaran’s At Kilmore: Kilmore/Shannon Gaels v Boyle At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Pádraig Pearses U-14 Football Championship Division 2 (7.30 pm) At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Oran At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Strokestown At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v St. Dominic’s U-14 Football Championship Division 3 (7.30 pm) At Parc Naomh Bearraí: Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry’s v Castlerea St. Kevin’s At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v Éire Óg U-14 Football Championship Division 4 (7.30 pm) At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v St Brigid’s At Abbey Park: Boyle v Michael Glavey’s At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v St. Croan’s Saturday, July 16th U-12 Summer Football League Division 1 (12 pm) At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Boyle At Kiltoom: St Brigid’s v Pádraig Pearses At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Strokestown U-12 Summer Football League Division 2 (12 pm) At Kilbride: Kilbride v Elphin-Ballinameen At Fuerty: St. Ciaran’s v St Michael’s At Knockcroghery: St. Dominic’s v Oran U-12 Summer Football League Division 3 (12 pm) At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Western Gaels At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v St. Barry’s At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Michael Glavey’s U-12 Summer Football League Division 4 At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Kilmore. 12 pm At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Shannon Gaels. 12 pm At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Éire Óg 1.15 pm U-12 Summer Football League Division 5 At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Pádraig Pearses 1.30 pm U-12 Summer Football League Division 6 At Kilbride: Kilbride v Elphin-Ballinameen 1.30 pm Sunday, July 17th Chillout Firewood U-16 Hurling League (Group A) (12 pm) At Rockfield: Oran v Pádraig Pearses Chillout Forewood U-16 Hurling League (Group B) (12 pm) At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Carrick Hurling Club (St. Mary’s) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Athleague\Tremane U-12 Summer Football League Division 5 (12 pm) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Kilglass Gaels U-12 Summer Football League Division 6 (12 pm) At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Western Gaels Monday, July 18th U-16 Football Championship Division Two (7.30 pm) At Kilmore: Kilmore/Shannon Gaels v Pádraig Pearses At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Roscommon Gaels

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Things can only get better for Rossies Who would be a pundit? In the build-up to last Sunday’s Connacht final, conventional wisdom had it that Roscommon would win the game if their attack could get enough ball. There were worries about the defence and midfield. As it turned out, the defence was magnificent, Niall Daly was superb at midfield while the attack totally misfired. The horrible weather conditions meant that the game was always going to be a poor one but the attitude of both teams contributed to the sub-standard fare. Especially in the second half, the ball was recycled and handpassed over and back across the field – and, in many cases – forty or fifty metres backwards. Too many players simply did not want to make a mistake and give the ball away, which is admirable, but a little more ambition is certainly needed. Sean Mullooly, John McManus and Niall Daly drove at Galway, but too many other players were hesitant. These are great young players. They should be let off the leash a little. If they make an odd mistake, then so what? They will learn in the end. Having said all that, I am certain that there is far more improvement in Roscommon than there is in Galway ahead of Sunday’s replay in Castlebar. The arrival on to the field of Thomas Corcoran and Ultan Harney and Donie Smith last Sunday was very welcome, and with Donie Shine and Senan Kilbride also there, the selectors will have a headache as they sit down to pick their team this week. I would certainly go again with Niall Daly at midfield, with Cathal Compton or Thomas Corcoran as a partner. It is likely that the weather on Sunday next will be much better than last Sunday and hopefully we will see a better game. I am

Ulster SFC Final: Donegal v Tyrone on Sunday in Clones This promises to be an absolute cracker and while Tyrone will start as favourites, Donegal proved against Monaghan that they are far from a beaten docket. Tyrone have been magnificent in this championship so far, and while they would love to win this Ulster title, they have eyes on an even bigger prize later in the year. I think they will win this by four or five points. Prediction: Tyrone.

Leinster SFC Final: Westmeath v Dublin on Sunday in Croke Park We have seen nothing to suggest that this will be anything other than a stroll in the park for Dublin. Longford’s heroics against Monaghan will give Westmeath hope, but they will do well to keep the margin to below 10 points. Prediction: Dublin.

Connacht SFC Final replay: Roscommon v Galway in MacHale Park, Castlebar on Sunday Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Oisín McNicholas, Jason Fitzgerald, Brían McNicholas and Séan McCann. Picture: Andrew Fox

convinced that Roscommon will win this replay. They will improve and the attack will never be as poor again. We need to re-create the swashbuckling football we saw against Cork and Donegal in the league and the football we saw in the second half against Sligo. Just going back to last Sunday and given where the game was held and the terrible day we had, I was surprised at how big the crowd was (24,234) and there should be at least 15,000 there again on Sunday next,

given that the game will not be live on TV. I must also mention last Sunday that we got out of Galway easily after the game. The Gardaí switched off the traffic lights and there were patrols on every junction and we got out without much hassle at all. However, it wasn’t the same story for everyone because I spoke to several Roscommon people who came back through the city and were held up in the chronic traffic jams. But well done to all concerned.

Great weekend of championship action What a weekend it was in the hurling and football championships. In the hurling, Tipperary are now the justifiable favourites for the Liam McCarthy Cup following their hammering of Waterford in the Munster final. They looked awesome and poor old Waterford didn’t know what hit them. Well done also to Wexford, who had a great win against Cork, who are really struggling at the moment. Clare and Galway will be a great quarter-final on Sunday week. In the football, pride of place has to go to Longford, managed by Denis Connerton, who went to Clones and beat the Ulster champions. That was some win and I am delighted for Longford and especially for Denis, who is a lovely guy and a very good manager. Kildare were just too good for Offaly, while Clare upset the odds as well, by beating Laois. They are having some year. Cavan scraped by Carlow and there was huge controversy in Castlebar, where Mayo overcame Fermanagh. The game was decided after a penalty was given to Mayo with a few minutes

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left. It definitely wasn’t a penalty; Aidan O’Shea clearly dived. It was certainly something that no one likes to see, but in the aftermath of the game you would think that O’Shea was after committing murder, such was the reaction. Mayo were unconvincing and it was only when they brought on Barry Moran, Andy Moran and Alan Dillon that they won the game. As an amusing aside, check out the Rory’s Stories account on Twitter for their take on the Aidan O’Shea penalty. It’s hilarious.

Aidan O’Shea.

The game is previewed in more detail elsewhere in the paper this week. I think Roscommon can do it this time. Prediction: Roscommon.

All-Ireland SFC Qualiﬁers Sligo v Clare: A chance for Sligo to make further progress, but Clare look the better bet. Prediction: Clare. Cavan v Derry: Not much between these two. Maybe Cavan to prevail. Prediction: Cavan. Mayo v Kildare: Mayo look unconvincing. Kildare are only middling though and Mayo can advance. Prediction: Mayo. Longford v Cork: After beating Monaghan, can Longford do it again? They have a chance, but you would have to fancy Cork. Prediction: Cork.

Open weekend in Troon

Cristiano Ronaldo.

Portugal win ‘funny old game’ Jimmy Greaves used to say that soccer was “a funny old game” and that adage was seen to be true again last Sunday night as Portugal won the Euro 2016 Championships, beating France in the final. As long as the match went on it was looking more likely that Portugal would win – and France have no one to blame only themselves. According to reports, Cristiano Ronaldo made an impassioned speech in the dressing room at half-time which inspired his team-mates. Ronaldo was injured in the first half and could not continue. It was a great win for Portugal and while there was no outstanding team in Euro 2016, the tournament was a huge success and there was a great atmosphere throughout. Thankfully there were no serious terrorist incidents and everything passed off peacefully.

This weekend is one of the biggest for golf with the British Open taking place in Troon in Scotland. It’s always a brilliant week and a lot will depend the weather. The likes of Shane Lowry, Graeme McDowell, Padraig Harrington and Darren Clarke love links golf, and all have a chance on these type of courses. As usual it’s a lottery, but I am going to have a few bob each-way on McIlroy, Henrik Stenson and Shane Lowry.

Rory McIlroy will be at Royal Troon this weekend as he looks to add another British Open title to his CV.

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Dan’s SPORTING WORLD WITH DAN DOONER Time to move on from replays? THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner I recently spoke with a Canadian friend of mine who couldn’t quite believe that Gaelic games were replayed rather than being decided on the day by ‘over-time’ or ‘shoot-outs’. I tried to explain it to him without being too cynical regarding extra ‘paydays’ for the GAA. I failed miserably. While I agree that some replays are much better games than the original day out, I had to swallow hard when leaving Pearse Stadium last Sunday. The traffic jams, ter-

rible weather, poor game and soggy sandwiches weren’t exactly highlights I was looking forward to replaying the following week. Granted, MacHale Park in good weather should allow for a much better spectacle while also being slightly easier to enter and exit, but it still doesn’t make up for the fact that many fans paid good money for last Sunday’s game. Not to mention giving an entire day to travel to the next county over for a game of football. Those fans will also be forced to do it again due to the fact that this Sunday’s replay will not be televised on terrestrial TV. Surely there’s a rule somewhere whereby RTE must televise the replay after showing the original? I’m a

Dub, but a Connacht Final between two evenly enough matched teams is far more appealing than watching Dublin eviscerate poor Westmeath. Hand-passing aside, Roscommon v Galway following the criticism of last weekend’s game is far more compelling. 26 Roscommon men out to prove a point against a Galway team capable of turning over Mayo is something I want to watch. If there must be a replay, then at least replay it on TV! Back to my Canadian friend and his talk of ‘over-time’ and ‘shoot-outs’, over-time wouldn’t necessarily provide a winner on the day, but a ‘shoot-out’ might put an end to lateral hand-passing at least!

Sporting week on Tweet Street Neil O’Riordan @noriordan One day I’d love to see Cobh play Linfield. It would be a Titanic struggle. (Neil’s Twitter game has been strong lately!) Joe Brolly @JoeBrolly1993 The main issue is the joy of sport. Passion, courage, adventure. Point is we can devise a way to play and succeed. Ask Cody or Gavin. (Except if you’re Roscommon of course!) Didi Hamann @DietmarHamann What is all that Pokemon nonsense all about? Human race finally lost the plot? (The German RTE pundit doesn’t want to ‘catch em all!’)

This weekend in the sporting world Masters quarter-ﬁnals this week Pictured in Pearse Stadium on Sunday last were Michaela and Aoife Keogh. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Good news story of the week Moore United FC is celebrating its 40th birthday this Saturday (16th July). The festivities will kick off at 4 pm in Falty Park with FAI CEO John Delaney presiding

over the unveiling of new playing facilities, which have been dedicated to the memory of Micheál and Madge Grenham. This will be followed by a festival of underage football

and the naming of ‘Team of the 40’ at Millar’s Bar later that evening. Happy birthday and best wishes for the next 40!

The Umbro Masters Cup quarter-finals take place this week with the following fixtures set for 7 pm kick-offs on Saturday: Shiven Rovers v Dunmore Town, Glen Celtic v Skyvalley Rovers, CB Trotters v St. Coman’s FC and St. Francis with a bye to the semi-finals.

Big week in Castlerea! Castlerea Golf Club Lady captain, Mary Kenny, will be sponsoring her second day on Saturday (July 16th) with winners presented on the night.

Déjà vu in Castlebar The Roscommon senior footballers have to do it all again this Sunday in Castlebar as they take on Galway in the Connacht Final replay. Hopefully the weather and result is better this time around!

An apology Last week things became quite hectic in Roscommon People HQ as we endeavored to deliver an unrivalled Connacht Final souvenir supplement. I’m not proud of the following mistake and would like to apologise to the Mulqueen clan from Co. Clare of which I’m a member. Fr. Ted’s house is in Cloon, Co. Clare and not 14km across the border in Co. Galway. In the words of Fr Jack: “I’m so, so sorry!”

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McDonagh has Eurovision Ronan McDonagh who plays with McDermott’s in Ballinaheglish will be representing Ireland as part of the National team competing in the WDF Europe Cup Youths’ Competition taking place from this week in Budapest, Hungary. McDonagh has form in this competition having previously taken silver, bronze and gold medals. Closer to home, The Hollywood Bar resumes its summer darts this Friday (July 15th) at 9 pm and will run for 8 weeks. More information on the Roscommon Darts Facebook page. Moore United FC is celebrating 40 years in existence this year!

Golf

McGowan takes Ladies crown Jean McGowan was the big winner last weekend in Athlone as she scooped the Lady Captain’s prize ahead of Bernie Watson. This Sunday, the Ladies Junior Cup team takes on Roscommon in the Connacht semi-final. Margaret Henry won last week’s Eileen McKeown Memorial at Castlerea Golf Club with 71 points ahead of Catriona Newman in second place. Today (July 14th) Maura Kelly and Valerie Callaghan represent the club in the Connacht District Australian Spoons final in Ballina. In Roscommon, the Lady Captain’s prize was won by Sheila Fallon with Joan Hannon in second place. The men’s 9-hole competition was won by

Kieran Madden with 20 points while the ladies equivalent was taken by Mary O’Keefe with 21. Carmel Stritch was on fire once again in Carrick-on-Shannon winning the Oarsman Maher Cup with 35 points ahead of Phil Emmett on 33. Meanwhile, Junior Golf summer lessons began last night (Wednesday) and will continue each week. There were plenty of winners during Boyle’s Open Week – in fact too many to mention here – but we’ll do our best! On Monday, Paddy Egan and Tish Perry were the big winners, Regina McLoughlin and Ross Andrew were Tuesday’s victors, Wednesday belonged to Ross Andrew and Claire Cryan, Thursday saw Michael Bannon and Ruth Hogg victorious, Ruth Hogg was

hogging the limelight again on Friday along with Eamon O’Loughlin and finally on Saturday, Ross Andrew and Gerry O’Hara were winners. Prizes presented tonight (Thursday) at 9 pm in the clubhouse. Finally this week, there was no power or king able to prevent Sarah Collins winning the Lady Captain’s prize last week in Strokestown. Sarah rose above Fidelma (Power) and Helena (King) and took home the major prize.

Pictured right at Athlone Golf Club last week was Jean McGowan, winner of the Lady Captain’s prize, receiving her award from Margaret Geoghegan, Lady Captain.

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INSIDE: Connacht Senior Football Final 8-page souvenir supplement

Up and at them! Ciaráin Murtagh will be hoping to lead Roscommon to Connacht Final glory this Sunday in Castlebar. Pic: Andrew Fox. Full replay preview inside…

“No injuries, 26 players in contention!” Kevin McStay was in defiant mood earlier this week as he spoke of the fall-out from last Sunday’s dismal Connacht Final against Galway in Pearse Stadium. Insisting he trusted his players in-game decision making, McStay is looking forward to a “different game” this Sunday in MacHale Park in Castlebar.

“We took a lot of flak since Sunday but I can say that no one planned for the game to turn out like it did and that’s the truth of the matter both from a players points of view and from a management point of view as well. In fact it was the same for both sides. We know it was a poor game but there were some reasons for that. The conditions were

horrific and even as we held the ball at the end of the game in the final few seconds the lads said that the wind was just too strong to go for the winning point and I trust them on that. “This weekend is a totally different day and a different game now. I can tell you that there are no injuries to any players at all since last Sunday,

which is great. The hardest thing that we are going to have to do this week is settle on a match day 26 for the replay and that’s even before we pick the starting team. I can guarantee you that every single player on the 26 who are chosen will be in contention for starting place.” See Connacht Final replay preview inside…

CONNACHT GAA FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Sunday 17th July 2016 - MacHale Park, Castlebar Connacht GAA Ted Webb(U16) Football Competition: Round 1: 1.30pm: GALWAY v ROSCOMMON

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➢ Group Tickets*

€30 (10 x juvenile & 1 Adult), Sideline only

Refunds of €10 will be paid to OAP’s & Students, (with current ID cards), for Stand & Sideline tickets at Designated Stile only, (Turnstile #16 and 17 & 48). *Groups: Entry at Turnstile #38. All children must be accompanied by Group Leader(s). Application for Group Tickets to reception.connacht@gaa.ie through Club secretary only. Patrons are reminded that all persons, (including children, students and O.A.Ps), must have a ticket. Patrons are requested to arrive early for the games and co-operate with stewards and Gardai.

Please leave the vicinity of the stadium tidy Sean O Pronntaigh, Runai