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19 August 2016

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087 2456172 094 9655308 Students of the Convent of Mercy in Roscommon town celebrate their Leaving Certificate results on Wednesday morning. Katelyn O’Hara (first left, front row) achieved 620 points, which is the maximum that can be achieved. Picture: Andrew Fox

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newsbriefs Ready, Set, Quack in Castlecoote! The Castlecoote Tidy Towns’ annual ‘Duck Race’ took place last Sunday on the River Suck at Castlecoote Stores. It was a great success with all ducks sold and the committee has expressed its thanks to all who supported the event. The committee also thanked the Roscommon Sub-Aqua team who add to the occasion each year and they also make sure all ducks are rounded up at the end of the race. Thanks also went to Castlecoote Stores who sponsored the food in aid of Tidy Towns. A great day was had by all. 1st prize went to Luke Neilan, 2nd was George McDermott, 3rd was Zack Healy and last duck in went to Matthew McConn. Hannah Kilroe won the ‘Fancy Duck Dress.’ Congratulations to all prizewinners. The evening was rounded off with music and a BBQ in PJ’s. Tidy Towns results will be announced in September so members of the community are asked to keep up the good work and be vigilant with litter.

Exhibition in Athleague for Heritage Week The Athleague/Fuerty Heritage Group is to host an exhibition of maps, photos, artefacts and memorabilia as part of Heritage Week 2016. The exhibition will consist of a unique collection of maps, photographs, artefacts and memorabilia relating to the parishes of Athleague and Fuerty and celebrating the 1916 centenary and life in the community. Local historians will be available to help with genealogy and local history queries. The exhibition will be of benefit to those who have an interest in genealogy and local history and heritage. The exhibition will take place this Saturday (August 20th) from 12 pm to 5 pm and Sunday (August 21st) from 11.30 am to 5 pm in The Suck Valley Visitors’ Centre in Athleague.

Western Care golﬁng in Ballinrobe Western Care will host their annual Cairde Crann Mor Single Stableford Golf Competition in Ballinrobe Golf Club next Thursday (August 25th). For more information contact 094 9029136 or log onto www.westerncare.com.

Overstafﬁng at County Hospital criticised by HSE audit An audit conducted by the Health Service Executive has criticised Roscommon University Hospital for being overstaffed. The audit, released under the Freedom of Information Act, scrutinised payroll processes for nursing staff employed at the hospital. It found: “Improvement is needed in monitoring of the WTE (whole-time equivalent, or full-time staff) and inducting of new staff.” It noted that the WTE for the hospital was 275, seven above its WTE ceiling of 268. The WTE was above the ceiling each month during the audit period.

This was categorised as ‘medium risk’ by the auditors. “Group management should ensure that the correct WTE ceiling is in place and that this ceiling is adhered to,” they noted. The audit also found that no induction forms were on file for any of the sample nursing recruitments tested and also labelled this ‘medium risk’. “It is imperative to induct, so that employees can gain the necessary information to perform their duties to the highest standard possible within the HSE,” the audit said. The audit was completed in September 2015, with

the period audited being from November 2013 to January 2015. It found the absentee rate among staff at the hospital was 3.69 per cent. The hospital had almost 100 fulltime nursing staff, with a payroll budget of €5.6 million a year. The hospital has 96 beds, comprising inpatient and daycare. A similar audit of Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe, which was conducted over the same timeframe, also found evidence of overstaffing. It was noted that the WTE for the hospital was 283, ten above its ceiling. The absentee rate at the hospital was 4 per cent.

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First time buyers Please explain who exactly qualifies as a first time buyer when buying a house. I want to buy a house costing €200,000 and I have saved a 10% deposit. I lived in Australia for several years and I recently returned home to Ireland. I bought an apartment in Australia but I sold it before I came home. Will I still qualify as a first time buyer in Ireland as I never bought a property here before? I am concerned that I may need a 20% deposit for a house if I don’t qualify as a first time buyer. Please advise me. A first time buyer is a buyer who has never purchased a property in Ireland or abroad. Unfortunately, due to the fact that you bought a property in Australia means that you will not be considered as a first-time buyer when you purchase your first house in Ireland. Restrictions on lending imposed by the Central Bank means that banks are only allowed to lend up to 80% of the value of the property to owner-occupiers. Therefore, you may require at least a 20% deposit to purchase a home. Some lenders may be happy to allow some of the 20% deposit requirement provided by way of a gift, but this will vary between lending institutions and your personal circumstances. Further, loans can be limited to 3.5 times of a borrowers’ income. This can include two incomes in the cases of a joint mortgage application. Banks may lend first-time buyers up to 90% of the value of a property up to a value of €220,000 and 80% on the balance. I expect you wish to purchase a house for you to live in as an owner-occupier and for not investment purposes. Buy-to-let investors will require a 30% deposit when purchasing an investment property. This column is prepared by Dolores Gacquin, Solicitor. Byrne Carolan Cunningham have offices in Athlone, Moate, Lanesborough and Galway. A person should always contact their solicitor to obtain legal advice specific to their own situation. The above column contains general information and cannot be relied upon as legal advice. * In contentious business, a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement

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Leaving Certificate results: Roberta Jeffries and Niamh Fannon are pictured in great form at the Convent of Mercy Secondary School as they review their results. Picture: Andrew Fox

Nervous wait ends for Leaving Cert students < DAN DOONER

Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Jim and Anna Miley. Picture: Andrew Fox

Lecarrow Fund reaches €30,000 2016 target < DAN DOONER

The Lecarrow Benevolent Fund Committee are delighted to announce that they reached their fundraising target of €30,000 for the year and that the funds will now be used for various worthwhile causes throughout the community. The announcement was made following the committee’s recent prize draw, the results of which were as follows: Winner of €500 was Stephen Kilcommons, Athleague; winner of 2nd prize of one week’s accommodation in Albufeira, Portugal, was Eimear Daly from Co. Meath; winner of third prize, a 32” Walker TV was John Stokes, Kiltoom; 4th prize, a Galway Bay Hotel break, was won by Rose Hamrock, Brideswell; 5th prize which was €200 worth of vouchers, was won by Eimear O’Connor from Kiltoom; 6th prize, which was €100 worth of vouchers, was won by Cian Cunningham, Knockcroghery; 7th prize, which was a meal for two in the Hodson Bay Hotel, was won by Fiadh Donoghue, Clara, Co. Offaly; 8th prize, a toaster, was won by Maureen Boylan from Co. Meath; 9th prize, a microwave, was won by Patrick Donlon, Portrunny, and 10th prize, a nutri-blender, was won by Kathleen Langan. The committee wishes to thank everyone who sponsored the draw and those who sold tickets and assisted in any way. It was gratefully appreciated.

Leaving Certificate results: Karine Rodriguez, Aline Alves and Ingred Ribero pictured at the Convent of Mercy Secondary School. Picture: Andrew Fox

The nervous wait finally came to an end yesterday (Wednesday) as 554 secondary school students from across County Roscommon received their Leaving Certificate results. Gathered in schoolyards across the county, students learnt their faith and following some quick calculations, discovered their options ahead of third level semesters in September. Results were good for the most part, with one student in the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon – Katelyn O’Hara – obtaining an astonishing 625 points overall. Convent of Mercy Principal, Miriam Hunt, said that 20% of students had received in excess of 500 points and that she and the staff were “thrilled” with the results. Other schools throughout the region also experienced very positive results. Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice advised students not to panic if their results weren’t what they had hoped for. “Students receiving Leaving Cert results this week shouldn’t panic because there is something out there for everyone, and

even if the results are not what the student was hoping for there are plenty of alternative ways to get the third level and other options that they require.” Deputy Fitzmaurice urged students to avail of help and advice before making decisions on their future: “While the results of the Leaving Cert are very important it is not the be all and end all, and there is plenty of career advice and help out there for young people on how to plan for the future.”

Leaving Certificate results: Luke Condon and Matthew McCourt pictured at Roscommon CBS. Picture: Andrew Fox

Leaving Certificate results: Deirdre, Adam and Pat Leonard pictured at Roscommon Community College. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Repair & Reuse Directory for Roscommon Roscommon County Council is compiling a Repair & Reuse Directory to list all service providers in County Roscommon that offer repair and reuse services as part of a waste prevention initiative. It is an effort to encourage people to repair or reuse items rather than throw them away. To ensure the directory represents as many local repair outlets as possible, the Council is seeking assistance from the public to compile the list of local businesses/repair people. Being listed in the directory will not incur a cost to the business nor will a listing be a commendation from the Council, the objective of having the directory is to enable people to know who is available locally that can repair items. The 1st edition of the Repair & Reuse Directory will be printed into a booklet and be made available to the public in our libraries, distributed through local community groups such as Tidy Towns and be available on the Roscommon County Council website. Roscommon County Council wants to support

and expand the existing repair economy in County Roscommon as this is a growing sector offering opportunities for local employment. Suzanne Dempsey, Environmental Education Officer Roscommon County Council who is putting the directory together states that “repairing and reusing products is not only good for the environment as it saves resources and prevents waste but it is also good for the local economy as jobs in the repair industry tend to be local.” Repairs relating to shoes, clothes alterations, electrical repairs to home appliances, furniture repairs, computer repairs, mobile phone repairs, clock and watch repairs are typical repair services but if you can think of others, please include them. All that is needed is the business name, address and contact phone number and details on the type of service they provide. Contact: Environment Section, Roscommon County Council. E-mail: environment@roscommoncoco.ie, telephone: 090 6637260. Closing date: Thursday, 8th September.

Pictured enjoying the Castlerea Rose Festival Parade were Katie, Aidan and Aoife Freeman. Picture: Andrew Fox

Connaughton in Correal Cross ﬂooding call < DAN DOONER

Local councillor Ivan Connaughton has expressed disappointment that the serious flooding problem at Correal Cross has not received funding from the Office of Public Works under the Minor Flood Works Mitigation Scheme. Speaking to the Roscommon People, Cllr. Connaughton stated: “While it is welcome that €202,500 has been received under this scheme where works will be done in Killeglan, Beagh Brabazon, Fairhill, Moneymore, Curnalee and Ogulla, many other areas including Lough Funshinagh, Bushfield, Castleplunkett and Correal Cross are deemed not eligible for funding as they would not be cost beneficial. “This totally contradicts this Government’s commitment under its Programme for Government where they clearly stated flooding issues would be a top priority. As we approach the

winter months, many householders in areas liable to flooding face uncertain times and this is not good enough.” Cllr. Connaughton went on to highlight the situation for property owners at Correal Cross and questioned the Office of Public Works’ cost analysis of flood-affected areas. He said: “Taking Correal Cross for example, there are no reports required to solve this problem, the adjoining landowner is amenable and allowing access for an outlet through his lands and all that is required is funding from the OPW. If these works are not done in the next six weeks, seven houses are at high risk of flooding, one being a modern timber framed residence with a replacement cost of €400,000 and with no insurance. And the OPW have the ignorance to say works at Correal Cross are not cost beneficial.” Cllr. Connaughton concluded by stating that the serious issue at Correal Cross needed to

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be discussed: “I will be calling a public meeting in the coming days to highlight this serious issue at Correal Cross as well as Athleague village, Scrine, Four Roads and other areas in mid/ south Roscommon. As a reelected TD said last December, the time for studies and reports is over, action is required. I am sure he will honour this since his promotion to Cabinet.”

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It’s Show-time in Roscommon town this Saturday! Roscommon Show feature: Pages 40-47 < SEAMUS DUKE

Pictured at the launch of the Roscommon Agricultural Show were PJ Naughton, Christy Tully and Joe Naughton. Picture: Andrew Fox

he said, before adding “we have a very high standard in all sections including our All-Ireland qualifiers.” Mr. Gleeson was loud in his praise for the show’s generous sponsors. “Without the generosity of our sponsors we would have no show. There is a prize fund this year of €30,000 and we have overheads and expenses as well, so our sponsors are vital. Our main sponsor is John O’Rourke, All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, and our other main sponsors are

the Hannon family and Horse Sport Ireland. There are many other smaller sponsors to whom we owe a deep debt of gratitude.” James Gleeson also expressed his gratitude to the Hannon family, the show committee, the Department of Agriculture, the Gardaí, the Irish Shows Association and everyone else who help out the committee. The highlights of this year’s show will include The All-Ireland Final of the Irish Draught Yearling

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Limited places available, so please call 094 96 20609 to confirm your place Leaving Certificate results: Fiona Gallagher, Roscommon CBS Principal, James McNally and Gerry McGerry pictured at Roscommon CBS. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Painless Botox at Therapie Clinic! To celebrate National Heritage Week events are taking place all around Co. Roscommon in Keadue, Ardcarne, Boyle, Lough Key Forest & Activity Park, Portaghard-Frenchpark, Elphin, Castlerea, Tulsk, Strokestown, Roscommon, Kilteevan, Mote Park, Castlecoote, Athleague, Rindoon, Lecarrow, Ballintleva, Kiltoom, Taughmaconnell, Drum & Moore. Events include talks on history & archaeology, guided tours, visits to historic houses, museums & graveyards, historical walks, wildlife walks, traditional crafts, music, bat detection and much more! There is lots to do for all ages and all the family. Many of the events are free.

Copies of the National Heritage Week Roscommon Event Guide are available in Library branches around the county and from the Customer Service Desk, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon, Phone 090 6632500. www.roscommoncoco.ie Further details on events can be viewed on www.heritageweek.ie Roscommon County Council supports National Heritage Week as an action of County Roscommon Heritage Plan 2012-2016. Martin Lydon Director of Services Roscommon County Council

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Ann Sheehy pictured with staff at The Yew Tree, Lecarrow as they celebrate their first anniversary. Picture: Andrew Fox

he Yew Tree Restaurant in Lecarrow has been in existence for ten years but has recently undergone an overhaul after being taken over by two locals, the husband and wife team of Ann and Cormac Sheehy, who have revived the restaurant since its closure in 2015 and have turned it into one of the top restaurants in the Midlands. This week, The Yew Tree Restaurant under their management, is celebrating its 1st Anniversary. Having recently won the ‘Best Newcomer’ Award at the Regional Restaurant Association of Ireland awards, the restaurant has continued to grow and the team has expanded. Featured in Lucinda O’Sullivan’s Guide, the Georgina Campbell Guide, Waterways Ireland Guide and Shannon Bridge Guide, the restaurant is receiving great reviews both locally and nationally. The Yew Tree philosophy is to produce a mix of classic Irish dishes married with some well-known International dishes. All meats are Irish, and, where possible, come from animals reared and slaughtered within 20 miles of the

restaurant. The vast majority of vegetables come from local suppliers who are known and trusted to take as much care growing their produce as the kitchen staff does working with it. The Yew Tree would like to thank all customers near and far for their support. Ann and Cormac also wish to thank both of their families for their never-ending support and encouragement and of course the hard-working staff at The Yew Tree. Ann’s sister, Josie Drury, is General Manager of the restaurant while another sister, Katie Drury, is the Café Manager. The management say: “It has been an amazing year of getting to know our customers and suppliers while making new friends. Roll on another year!”

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NewsPeople First Roscommon Volkswagen Masters for Strokestown The inaugural Roscommon Volkswagen sponsored Open Competition (sponsored by John Keane and Sons) will be held in Strokestown Golf Club on Saturday and Sunday, August 27th and 28th. This competition is open to all male and female golfers and is a single Stableford competition. The overall winners will play in the Volkswagon

Masters final in Powerscourt Golf Club on Friday, September 2nd. There will also be prizes for 2nd and 3rd places. Golf in Powerscourt will be preceded by breakfast and a golf clinic and followed by a barbeque and presentation of prizes in the clubhouse. Once again there will be 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize for ladies and men. There will

also be closest to the pin and longest drive competitions for both ladies and men. Entry for the Strokestown Open is €20 and re-entry is €10 with additional prizes on the day. For more information or to book your place, please contact Pat at 087-259459 or John at 087-9110877. Early booking is essential.

Can you ﬁll in the blanks? Henry Owens from Strokestown has been in touch asking if Roscommon People readers can assist in trying to identify some people from an old photograph. Henry writes: “I wonder if any of your readers could identify the missing names in the attached photograph. The photograph is of a group taken in Dunleer, Co. Louth at the All-Ireland Cross Country

Running Championships. The two ‘missing’ names are believed to be from the Kilrooskey/Strokestown region.” Picture of the Roscommon CrossCountry Runners Team at the All-Ireland final in Dunleer, Co. Louth 1957. Front (l-r): ________ __, Johnny Flannery (Moore); Sean Burns (Moore); Michael Connor

(Clooncagh); PJ Flannery (Moore). Back (l-r): ___________, John Joe Grennan, trainer (Moore); Walter McDermott (Fourmilehouse); Tommy Fannon, hackney man (Fourmilehouse); _____________, Paddy Barrett (Moore); ________ Cummins (with hat), hackney man (Carrick); Jimmy Gordon (Tulsk); ________ Hardiman (Moore); PJ Oates, coach (Ballyleague).

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Pictured enjoying the Castlerea Rose Festival Parade were Shania Moran, Michelle McCarthy Severs and Seoda Severs. Picture: Andrew Fox

Strokestown Choir strikes super silver! A ll the right notes were

struck on Saturday morning in the dome at the Athlone Institute of Technology as the Strokestown Community Games Choir recorded a first award for the Strokestown area in the choir

competition. The girls won silver medals and were just pipped to the gold medal by Clare. This choir represented Roscommon earlier this year at a New Year’s Day celebration in the Convention Centre,

Dublin to commence Ireland’s 1916 celebrations. The girls are all pupils of St. Mary’s Primary School, Strokestown and choir leader, Norma, is a member of staff in the school.

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Pictured at the Community Games in Athlone Institute of Technology last week were members of the Strokestown area choir who won silver medals. Back row (l- r): Norma Egan, choir director, Emer Tighe, Emma McHugh, Ruby Cahill, Emma Cannell. Front row (l-r): Grace Holmes, Rebecca Carolan, Tara Kennedy, Emily Holmes, Layna Tighe, Louisha Flanagan and Isobel Glover.

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Lap up this free swimming initiative! Free sports initiative from Comans Swim Club! If you love swimming and want to build upon your skills from your swimming lessons in school, why not try Comans Swimming Club free week of assessment and coaching from August 29th to September 2nd in Roscommon Leisure Centre. Registration is easy, just email the club or telephone the club secretary. Hurry up, as it will be based on ‘first come first served’. Young swimmers must have completed level 6 or above through school or leisure centre programs with Swim Ireland or Irish Water Safety accreditation. This free camp includes one week of daily swim sessions delivered by Swim Ireland accredited coaches from Comans Swimming Club. There are no

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Interested in joining Comans Swim Club? obligations to join the club at the end of the week. However, if your budding swimmer loves the pool and wants to improve their fitness with a view to competing in swimming gala’s throughout the region, why not bring them along and give them a taste of swim club membership. Comans members compete and achieve success in all levels of Swim Ireland competitive swim meets. Membership of the club develops fitness, commitment, dedication and self-esteem. More importantly, young swimmers will learn a very important life skill – how to swim well! For more details contact swimcomans@gmail.com or telephone 086-2387028.

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River Suck documentary to air at Arts Centre

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Fitness at Ballinagare Health & Leisure Centre

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From My Kitchen Table ‘5-year-old girl accused of sex attack’ report left me shocked to the core MIRIAM KERINS

as the world of political correctness gone stark, raving bonkers? I have to ask given an article I read in the Telegraph whose shocking headline, ‘Five-yearold girl accused of ‘sex attack’ amid surge in school allegations,’ left me shocked to the core! What the hell is happening? Has the world lost its entire sense of perspective? However, when I carried out a bit of research, (because I’m a nosy wagon), I found that, horrifyingly, since the whole sickening Jimmy Saville scandal broke, figures released from police forces across Northern Ireland, England and Wales revealed that allegations of sexual offences brought by school children, and against school children have nearly trebled leading me to opine that perhaps parents, teachers and carers need to get the finger out ASAP and educate kids regarding what constitutes a healthy relationship and what constitutes a toxic and unsafe one because this type of behaviour is either a nightmare scenario of nuclear proportions or there’s a clique of parents whom, despite being well intentioned, are…how do I put it – totally irrational! These are the ones who buy into the ‘your child is in mortal danger’ and ‘everyone they meet is a sexual predator/murderer,’ media hype making their kids live in a Mission Impossible style, lockdown scenario; even frightening the bejay-

sus out of them regarding interaction with their little pals. Now don’t get me wrong; I was a helicopter mammy; always on duty and felt (for a time) that nobody was capable of taking care of my kids; and, when I worked outside of the home I refused to allow anyone other than my mother-in-law or my darling dad mind my babies. In addition, as our eldest was born with chronic asthma, every journey we took saw me in a constant state of over-preparedness often weighed down with handbags full of inhalers, plasters, baby wipes, anti-bacterial wipes and Calpol. Thank God I didn’t pass on my mad mollycoddling to my daughter who’s a laid back mother, but who, funnily enough, will always ring mammy in times of crises so perhaps it’s good one of us is like the Energizer Bunny; ready to spring into action. However, obviously a 5-year-old child; the age of the kid being accused in this horror scenario, would either be a junior or senior infant, and it’s incredibly difficult for me to grasp the fact that one so young, so innocent could be construed as a sexual predator – meaning there may well be (there may well not be) a bit of nonsensical panic going on here on the part of the school and the parents… or am I being extremely naïve? First of all, kids are naturally curious, often showing or asking to see private

of End the discrimination ! Roscommon taxpsaareyasseociars ted with ls Well folks, apparently 7,966 loca ing tain con ter are using toxic wa elevated Trihalomethanes or THMs. Confused? You should be.d You should also be hopping ma t because what this means is tha Roscommon voters, Roscom- n mon tax payers and Roscommo citizens don’t have access to an g adequate supply of safe drinkin water! But what are THMs and why are they poisoning us? Well, THMs are a group of four chemicals, i.e. chloroform, bromoform, dibromochloromethane and big bromodichloromethane…all n names resulting in the reactio that takes place between the our chlorine used for disinfecting tter tap water and the organic ma present in said water…end ofw science bit. All we need to kno

is that THM reproductive problems and negative health risks like cancer, meaning our government is slowly poisoning us. And oh, in order to add insult to injury, as they’ve taken away our A&E facilities, they’re also l! limiting our chances of surviva Roscommon people are being discriminated at every level from the basics in life like drinking l water and emergency medica t treatment to job creation. Nexgest time Enda comes to visit, I sug irk he wipes that self-satisfied sm a from his face and instead wears badge of shame until his governy ment strengthens their equalit legislation to bring the good with people of Roscommon in line ply the rest of the country! It is sim not good enough!

body parts or touching, kissing and hugging each other – it’s part of being an innocent five-year-old; and, if the kids in question were both the same age and both of equal intellect and abilities, then is it fair to ask if this incident might be construed as an innocent case of ‘experimentation?’ I’m simply trying to apportion balance here and my thoughts are also with the alleged little victim and their family. On the other hand, many young kids are being constantly exposed to highly inappropriate images and conversations as well as TV programmes and other explicit materials that can prove extremely harmful to their innocent minds as well as forming powerful and dangerous ideas regarding un-

healthy, undignified and inappropriate behaviour towards themselves and others. Parents and teachers must be vigilant, and incidents must be reported and well done to those who don’t stand idly by and allow assaults and bullying to go unpunished. I’m just a bit baffled as to how a tiny child, whose boundaries have possibly been blurred, could stand accused of such a heinous act. Perhaps it would be helpful for both kids involved in this incident to have someone emotionally available to them who’ll walk them gently through this stressful experience without showing either prejudice or judgement; but rather love and understanding. I wish both families strength and healing.

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newsbrief 25th Anniversary Kilteevan Graveyard Mass The 25th Anniversary Mass in Kilteevan Graveyard will be celebrated in the graveyard this Saturday (August 20th) at 7 pm, weather-permitting. Otherwise Mass will be celebrated in the church. The annual maintenance collection will also be held. Your contributions are vital for the continued maintenance of the graveyard. Sincere thanks to everyone for their support. After Mass, to mark this special occasion and to celebrate Heritage Week, everyone is invited to the community centre for refreshments which will be followed by an illustrated talk, titled: ‘Did you know?...100 interesting facts about Kilteevan graveyard.’

Sports Partnership Community coaching Are you interested in becoming a qualified coach? Roscommon Sports Partnership is offering a Community Coaching course starting on Tuesday, 6th September. Module will include: Occupational First Aid, FAI coaching, GAA coaching, Child Protection, IRFU Rugby Coaching, Cycling, and much more. Please contact 09066 30853 or sarah@rosactive.org to register your interest ASAP as places are limited.

Graveyard Masses in Kileenan and Ardcarne On Saturday, August 20th, Mass will be celebrated in Kileenan Graveyard at 12 noon and Mass will be celebrated in Ardcarne Graveyard on Sunday, 21st August at 12 noon. There will be no 11.30 Mass in Cootehall Church on Sunday, 21st August. Water will be blessed in both graveyards and each family is requested to bring a bottle or container to take the Blessed Water and sprinkle it on their family plots.

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There are few TV shows that would have the power to render me an emotional wreck; last week’s ‘Saturday Night with Miriam’ is one of them. Now, my state of utter wretchedness was not due to this silly show, which is possibly one of the worst pieces of TV ever to be foisted upon the Irish people, with Miriam’s poor excuse for not having hot shot heavyweights being “viewers prefer Irish guests over big name celebs!” Will you get a clue RTE and get some decent guest bookers for God’s sake! However, last Saturday night’s human interest, heart-tugging guest, the amazingly strong and beautiful human being that is Cork woman Anne Herlihy, whose incredible spirit and sense of humour in the face of adversity and a life threatening illness was truly humbling and inspiring and had me feeling over-

whelmed with awe. Then, when Anne performed Joni Mitchell’s ‘Both Sides Now,’ with one of my favourite people Tommy Flemming, a gentleman I’ve interviewed many times, I was an emotional wreck, bawling my eyes out into the fur coat of my baffled little Pomeranian. I simply cannot (nor do I wish to) imagine the strength it takes Anne and her family to keep going. Rather than feeling sorry for herself, Anne is defying every single attempt her diagnosis makes to limit her; her new mandate being to live with the shadow of death hanging over her, but at the same time, totally refusing to give it any permission to ruin the adventure that is her rich life, filled with positivity, humour, love and joy. She is truly a breathtaking, mind-blowing, lady who left me awestruck by her courage.

There will be an illustrated talk tracing Mediterranean and North African influence on early Irish Christianity at Ardcarne Church, Boyle, Co. Roscommon on Friday, August 26th at 8 pm. Admission is €5 and proceeds go towards the cost of the lighting of Ardcarne Church and Graveyard. All welcome.

August music session in Hamrock’s Music sessions are held on the last Friday night of each month in Hamrock’s Bar, Athleague, Co. Roscommon. The next session is scheduled for Friday night (August 26th starting at 10 pm and running until late. Musicians, singers, etc., all welcome on the night. There will be a raffle held on the night with spot prizes to be won. Come along and enjoy the ceol, caint agus craic!

Lisnamult Draw August winners The winners of the August Lisnamult Draw are as follows: €100 Mary Flood, €100 Marian Rice, €50 Christina Walker, €25 Margaret Madden, €25 Kathleen Carr, €25 Eileen Duignan.

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Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Cllr Paddy Kilduff, Cllr Tony Ward, Chairman of Roscommon County Council, Cllr Ivan Connaughton, Fr. Ray Milton and Cllr Laurence Fallon. Picture: Andrew Fox

ew figures obtained by Fianna Fáil show that there are over 1,000 people on waiting lists for Speech and Language Therapy in the Galway, Mayo and Roscommon area, which has been criticised this week by local Deputy Eugene Murphy. The latest figures made available by the HSE show that nationally 14,047 people were waiting for a first assessment in March, up from 13,545 in June of last year. The numbers waiting for treatment have also increased from 8,326 to 8,974 over the same timeframe. “The latest figures show that there are a total of 1,075 people waiting for an initial speech and language assessment in CHO 2 (Galway, Mayo and Roscommon) with some 54 people stuck on a waiting list for over a year and in some cases up to two years. A wait of over a year is simply unacceptable when you consider the vast majority of those waiting are children, and early intervention

is critical for them to support their development. If you consider that the early years are from birth to the age of six, then to have to wait over a year or two for treatment is very damaging,” said Deputy Murphy. Murphy has also hit out at the fact that a total of 864 people are awaiting Speech and Language treatment in the Galway, Mayo and Roscommon region with 152 of those waiting for treatment for over a year, which Deputy Murphy described as “utterly deplorable.” “The Confidence and Supply Agreement between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael commits to improve services and increase supports for people with disabilities, particularly for early assessment and intervention for children with special needs. These waiting list figures underline the urgency of meeting this commitment,” concluded Deputy Murphy.

Home Help situation ‘now critical’ – Fitzmaurice Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice has urged the Minister for Health Simon Harris to act fast in order to enable citizens who are eligible for home care packages to receive assistance. He highlighted current delays in the constituency and described these delays as “unbelievable”. Deputy Fitzmaurice said: “It has come to my attention in recent weeks and months that the situation with the awarding of home care packages has become critical. “Public Health Nurses are reporting that it is becoming harder and harder for eligible people to have home care packages awarded to them. An example of what I am saying is that I am told that there are now a total of two packages being awarded in County Galway per month, which is quite unbelievable when you realise that there are 80 people on the waiting list for home care packages in the Tuam area alone! That gives an indication of the demand for this service. The same situation exists in County Roscommon.” He continued by highlighting the pressure placed on Public Health nurses in Galway and Roscommon due to delays. “Public Health Nurses are growing more frustrated with every passing week as more and more people are turned down. Home care packages help to keep people in their own homes, and the situation as it is now means that there are people who cannot be discharged from hospitals because they cannot get a home care package. “I am calling on Minister Harris to address this situation immediately. The Minister has been on the airwaves plenty of times in the past week making statements about hospital waiting lists. He must deal with this issue as a matter of the utmost urgency and I am calling on him to make a statement on the matter and I will be pursuing this until an acceptable solution is found.”

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED MATERIAL ALTERATION OF THE DRAFT CASTLEREA LOCAL AREA PLAN 2016 – 2022 Planning & Development Act 2000 (as amended) & Planning & Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) Notice is hereby given that the Members of the Roscommon Municipal District of Roscommon County Council, having considered the Draft Castlerea Local Area Plan 2016 – 2022 together with the Chief Executive’s report, in respect of submissions received, have resolved in accordance with Section 20 (3) of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), that the above mentioned Plan be amended.

Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Carmel and Willie Gacquin. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Phil Murray O’Brien and Nuala Dolan. Picture: Andrew Fox

The proposed amendments constitute a material alteration to the Draft Local Area Plan. The proposed amendments have been screened for potential impacts on the environment and on Natura 2000 sites. It has been determined that a Strategic Environmental Assessment is required, arising from one element of the material alteration. A copy of the proposed material alterations, the associated Strategic Environmental Assessment and Appropriate Assessment screening documents, together with the Strategic Environmental Assessment in respect of the material alterations to the Draft Castlerea Local Area Plan 2016 – 2022 may be inspected at: The Offices of the Planning Department Roscommon County Council, Aras An Chontae, Roscommon, (between the hours of 9.30 am – 1.00pm & 2.00pm – 4.30pm Monday – Friday) Other locations where the Draft may be viewed: Castlerea Area Office, The Courthouse, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon (opening hours 9.30 – 1.00 and 2:00 – 5:30 Monday to Friday) Castlerea Branch Library, Main Street, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. (opening Hours: Tuesday: 1.30pm to 5.00pm and 6.00pm to 8.00pm Wednesday: 10.00am to 12.00pm and 1.30pm to 4.30pm Thursday: 1.00pm to 5.00pm and 6.00pm to 8.00pm Friday: 10.00am to 12.00pm and 2.00pm to 4.00pm Saturday: 10.00am to 12.00pm and 2.00pm to 4.30pm) On Roscommon County Council’s website at www.roscommoncoco.ie

Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Tony Fallon, Marian Harlow, Cllr Laurence Fallon and Ann Connaughton. Picture: Andrew Fox

Submissions or observations may be made during the stated period and should be marked “Material Alteration of the Draft Castlerea Local Area Plan 2016-2022” and submitted to: Forward Planning Section, Roscommon County Council, Aras An Chontae, Roscommon, F42 VR98 or emailed to forwardplan@roscommoncoco.ie. Written submissions or observations with respect to the Proposed Material Alterations of the Draft Castlerea Local Area Plan 2016 – 2022 may be made to the Planning Authority within the period Tuesday 16th August 2016 and Friday 16th September, 2016, both dates inclusive, shall be taken into account by the authority before the development plans are made. Submissions or observations received not later than 4.30 pm on Friday 16th September, 2016 shall be considered. Signed:

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Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Tommy and Nuala Roche and Eithne and Seán Galvin. Picture: Andrew Fox

National Brown Bread Baking Competition semi-finalist Evelyn Finn from Roscommon is pictured with Marie O’Toole of the Irish Countrywomen’s Association, Anna May McHugh of the National Ploughing Association and James Deeney from Aldi.

Roscommon baker into national semi-ﬁnal Evelyn Finn from Roscommon has reached the National Brown Bread Baking Competition semi-finals which will take place at the National Ploughing Championships in September. Evelyn was one of the quarter-finalists of the National Brown Bread Baking Competition, sponsored by Aldi and in association with the National Ploughing Association and Irish Countrywomen’s As-

sociation, which was held at An Grianan, Co. Louth on the 4th of August. She will now compete in the semi-finals will take place in the Aldi marquee at the National Ploughing Championships on the Tuesday, 20th and Wednesday, 21st of September. Two people will be chosen from each day and will go on to compete in the final of the competition on Thursday, 22nd of September.

Stories galore in a wonderful publication! < DAN DOONER

Those present at the launch of ‘Rahara – A Century of Memories’ were given brief snippets of what to expect upon purchasing the 100-year history of the area. Between amorous bulls and hell-fire preachers, it promises to be a real page-turner for readers. Fr. Ray Milton was suitably inspired by one tale: “It celebrates the faith of the people and their loyalty to the their parish. I was frightened to read about

the missions in Rahara and the hell-fire preachers. I’m thinking of changing tack myself. Come and hear me next Sunday!” There have been reports that Fr. Milton’s sermon last Sunday was slightly feistier! Elsewhere, Fr. Milton hinted at the ‘vanishing lake’ losing its special powers. “We see Lough Funshinagh, the vanishing lake, picking up fish in a dried-up lake in 1955, to recent times when it refuses to vanish!”

Editor, Jim Miley, also provided subtle hints as to the historical significance of the production: “There is very significant evidence of Cromwell’s legacy in Rahara…a significant amount of the land in the parish changed ownership in a thirty-year period. There were significant name changes which for land normally doesn’t change that fast, and (it’s) also significant that a lot of the changes were from Catholic to Protestant. So I suppose the message there

is that the plantation happened right here in Rahara as much as it did in those famous places in Laois/Offaly.” As well as historical tales from the area, there are also plenty of human interest stories concerning local people and institutions throughout this wonderful book which is a real credit to Rahara people, past and present. It’s well worth a read for anyone with links or an interest in the area, or an interest in Irish history in general.

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Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were committee members and Cllr. Tony Ward, Chairman of Roscommon County Council. Picture: Andrew Fox

‘A Century of Memories’ launched during Rahara Homecoming Weekend < DAN DOONER

“It takes a village to raise a child…” began Fr. Ray Milton’s message to the large crowd who had assembled last Friday in Rahara for the launch of book titled ‘Rahara – A Century of Memories.’ Fr. Milton stressed the importance of community and said that he was “proud of this community that produced this gem”. The book, which was edited by Jim Miley and contains wonderful contributions from Rahara and surrounding areas is part of a three-pronged 1916 commemoration staged by Michael Beattie and the organising committee which also included the digitisation of Rahara graveyard records and a social evening featuring local band Vinegar Bill, which took place in the village last Saturday evening.

It was all part of a special Rahara Homecoming Weekend. The book, which Fr. Milton described as “a rich tapestry of culture and print and photo rich”, contains stories and memories from many members of the community, both old and young. Chairman of the organising committee, Michael Beattie, highlighted the good work of contributors to the project and in particular, Jim Miley who edited the book. “When we got together we had lots of ideas, pictures, articles and contributions but we had one little problem; we had not idea of how to correlate it ourselves! As luck would have it we a man with lots of experience in the world of journalism and publishing in our parish and he volunteered his services,” he said.

Editor, Jim Miley, told those in attendance how he came on board: “The connection for me with the book was very late one night at a family wedding just before Christmas when my lovely sister Phil said something about a book and the following day told me I had made a commitment, of which I had no recollection!” However, he followed through on this ‘commitment’ and Jim was extremely pleased with how the book came together. “I was on the end of a chain of a huge number of people who contributed an enormous amount to this book and I have to say it was a hugely enjoyable experience!” The book costs €15 and is available to purchase by calling 086-6014024. It will also be available in shops in the Roscommon area very soon.

Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Susan, Mary, Michael and Ciara Naughton. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Teresa Donnelly, Karen Lynch, Carol Connaughton, Bernie Fallon and Orla Donnelly. Picture: Andrew Fox

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PAUL HEALY’S WEEK A column by Roscommon People editor Paul Healy with a ‘camping in France’ special… featuring Ivan Yates, two clowns, one Gene Hackman lookalike, ﬁfteen stressed salt-ofthe-earth English campers, the beautiful French countryside and missing most of the Olympics and all of the hurling…and not forgetting Pat’s dressing gown… Wednesday We left the dog at the Cloverhill kennels and left the Olympics Games in the telly. We allowed over four hours to get to Rosslare and weren’t too alarmed to see the dreaded ‘Diversion’ sign a few miles from our destination. Major roadworks, it turns out, a few kilometres from Rosslare, where our ferry to France awaited. This year, our trip to France would be a short one. In the past, we’ve often gone for two or three weeks, staying in a mobile home or wooden holiday home on one of the superb parks. This time, we travelled with four children and two tents – for four nights. The delays lasted close to half an hour but we reached the Irish Ferries check-in point in good time. On board the Oscar Wilde ship, we savoured the experience, as we always do. It’s about an 18-hour trip to Cherbourg, but the time passes quickly, with entertainment and dining and shopping options before bedtime. Some of the entertainment – the dancing girls and the

grinning guy – was described as ‘cheesy’ by some of our kids, but I guess that’s the type of family entertainment that works on cruises. A great 74-year-old musician, who isn’t cheesy, sang Ed Sheeran, Elvis and much more. Later, a magician/ clown kept the smaller children amused with a performance that alternated between funny and slightly strange! In one of the bars on the ship, I waited patiently to order a drink. Two Irish men jumped the queue. They got their order in and began to talk about the traffic on the way to Rosslare. They agreed that it was very bad around Enniscorthy, and that ‘they’ – i.e. the powersthat-be – would have to bypass it. ‘Anyways, I believe the roads over in France are good…?’ one of the men said. “Oh, they’re mighty” said the other, who had obviously been before. The first man changed the subject. ‘Is there any chance we’ll see the hurling over there?” Meanwhile, former Newstalk presenter, minister and bookmaker Ivan Yates strode past with his wife, Deirdre. He’s taking a year out and while he spoke of spending a lot of time in America, France was obviously also on the itinerary.

Thursday After we disembarked in Cherbourg, a pleasant enough French policeman checked our passports and waved us on. The weather was very sunny and the drive to La Haye-duPuits took just under an hour. Putting the tents up took much longer. I don’t know why it took the kids so long to get it right. Our first impressions of the campsite/park were that it looked lovely. As ever on French campsites, the facilities are very child-friendly.

lic Church is centrally located, a big and calming presence. Invariably these Churches are well worth visiting. A few times each day, and about ten minutes before the hour, a very committed bellringer rang the Church bells loud and long! The town had a nice selection of shops and services. Our first day trip is to Barneville, and later we will visit Granville, a lively, busy town that is close to our hearts. That old stereotype about the French not being that friendly has long been rubbished by us. In our experience, they very friendly and welcoming people.

Saturday There’s a little lake on our site and each morning, from around 7 am, its banks are dotted with anglers. They are campers, mostly French and British. We are very centrally located, a Dutch family to our left, French people to our right. Further up from us, it’s a mixture of French and British holiday-makers. Later, we meet a few Irish. There’s an extended family of English people near us, about fifteen of them in all. They are salt-of-the-earth, veteran campers. Across from us, the patriarch and matriarch have hitched their caravan on to their jeep, but now the jeep won’t start. A family member is summonsed and arrives in her small

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Pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last were Ultan Bergen, Derbhla Donoghue and Aoife O’Donoghue. Picture: Andrew Fox

engine won’t start. A door of the jeep is opened and the tool box with the hundreds of knickknacks in it tumbles on to the grass, bolts flying everywhere. Finally, with the younger woman revving heroically, there’s a glorious breakthrough and the engine of the old jeep roars into life. Relief all around. Hugs and kisses. ‘Safe travelling.’ ‘See you later.’ Family members disperse back to their tents or caravans. The patriarch and matriarch and the two dogs are ready to go. The tools are back in the jeep. But now, a discovery. The passenger seat is empty. The old man is gone. He

I check in every now and again on the old internet. Never even saw Usain Bolt, but then I suppose neither did his opponents. We see the hurling results, but we don’t see the hurling. In reality, we are delighted to be away from it all, enjoying the slow pace of the camping experience, with barbeques, books and bonjours. Today, there’s a wedding in the local Church and the bellringer is in his element. We happen to be passing. The happy couple and guests emerge into the glorious sunshine. The bride is wearing white and red, the groom is wearing all white.

Wednesday I’m back in Roscommon, back in the office. I’m not sure what I’ve missed in Ireland over the past few days. Probably not much… I mean, it’s not as if the Olympic Council of Ireland President has been arrested in his dressing gown in Rio or anything, is it? Oh, apparently he has. Oh dear, that’s not good for our image, is it? Arrested in his dressing gown? I am reminded of what Groucho Marx said. ‘This morning I shot an elephant in my pyjamas. How he got into my pyjamas I’ll never know.’

Friday A walk into La Haye-du-Puits – 12/15 minutes from our camping location – revealed it to be a really nice town. As in so many French towns and villages, a very old Catho-

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car. The jump leads are out, but half an hour later there’s still no sign of the jeep starting. Other family members arrive with a very old male relative, who is helped into the passenger seat of the jeep. Everyone else crowds around the bonnet of the jeep. Tempers become slightly frayed. A tool box with hundreds of bolts and nails and knick-knacks is placed on the back seat. Everyone is trying to help, but there are too many cooks and this broth is in danger of being spoilt. Someone puts the two family dogs into the back of the jeep. ‘That’s my bag, love’ says the patriarch to the matriarch, but she shoots back ‘It’s my bag, darling, the one I put my feet on.’ Still the

had to be helped into the passenger seat, but in all the to-ing and fro-ing and stress and commotion, he’s somehow done a runner. Everyone looks for him. Thankfully, he emerges from around a hedge, slowly walking back to the jeep, smiling in the sun. All is well again. Camping is so relaxing.

Sunday Five minutes after the extended English family left, a young couple moved in with their tent. Life moves on. That chapter in the lives of the veteran campers from the UK is over, the memories filed away. A new story is beginning. I left the Olympics inside our telly back in Roscommon, but

A man who is lighting up a fag and who has seen it all before is wearing the expression of a man who has seen it all before. The bells are going full belt, loud and long. The bell-ringer isn’t going to miss this opportunity to let loose. Two tiny pageboys in white suits skip up and down the steps of the old Church and a stony-faced old woman walks by in a world of her own. She may have much on her mind; maybe the bells have stirred sad memories.

Monday It’s been a short but great trip. The sun is beating down as we pack up. A couple from Galway have arrived to begin a ten-day stay. The journey back

to Cherbourg is leisurely. The countryside is beautiful, the villages quiet and pretty, each one containing quaint old stone houses, a Church, and a Tabac (French for ‘tobacco’) Café. There are flowers (boxes, hanging baskets, displays) everywhere! The return ferry journey aboard the Oscar Wilde is very enjoyable. There’s a new clown tonight. New musicians too, and their high-tempo Irish music (complete with brilliant mandolin-playing) has the French visitors enthralled. By the way, there are hundreds of French visitors on board, en route to holidaying in Ireland. Later, having a quiet pint on his own, a Gene Hackman lookalike in the corner suddenly becomes animated when the band plays Leonard Cohen’s ‘I’m Your Man.’ Every time the key line – ‘I’m Your Man’ ¬– is due, the Gene Hackman lookalike breaks into a private smile, nods his head, taps his hand on the table and sings the lyrics. A happy man!

Tuesday On the Oscar Wilde, the ‘new clown’ is off duty. He’s having a serious conversation with some passengers about the Irish economy, while still dressed as a clown. After we disembarked in Rosslare, an Irish Garda sang a song as he checked our passports and waved us on. Welcome to Ireland! Minutes later, we’re crawling in a brutal traffic jam due to those ongoing roadworks near Rosslare. Welcome to Ireland, French visitors! Still, it hardly matters, on what is a beautiful day. And the Wexford countryside is on a par with what you see in France.

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guidelines, plenty of structure and direction and oodles of love and mutual respect; even when you feel like throttling them! Now, while I’ve often felt like throttling my thenteenagers, I’ve never once laid a hand on them. I’m proud of that, believing nothing is solved by using physical violence against a child; but that’s just my opinion and I’m not judging anyone for lashing out; we all parent differently. We all also know adolescence is a time of establishing boundaries so that every family member clearly understands the ground rules; and no, kids, I don’t mean this is the time for you to label your poor parents vindictive, tyrannical killjoys. And parents, I don’t mean this is your cue to morph into a crazed dictator. What I do mean is that there needs to be clear, reasonable rules and

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puberty younger than ever; many as young as eight, believe me I know this to be true because, having had our beautiful granddaughter holidaying with us last week I can tell you, whilst watching Dirty Dancing, myself and her mother found ourselves facing some tricky questions; all of which we answered in an age-appropriate manner…I hope! I mean she’s only nine, she’s our baby girl and while we don’t want her to grow up too quickly, we absolutely must allow her to develop at a pace that’s natural for her; and, as she’s an inquis-

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Homework for parents – Pre-term health checklist! < MIRIAM KERINS

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dust off the last year’s school bag to see if it’ll sustain another term…it never does; because summer, meaning the rainy season in Ireland, is at an end and with literally thousands of students either beginning or returning to school, it’s time for mam and dad to get cracking on their own homework. You see, for most parents, the focus is firmly on back to school

supplies, and that’s understandable, but what about physically preparing your little darling, as in their back to school health check? Never entered your head…not to worry, here’s a checklist. Get your child’s medical history in order by writing down a list of allergies or specific needs they may require. My eldest daughter had asthma so you can imagine my angst when she attended primary school and inhalers needed to be taken without my presence or

guidance. Complete a ‘consent-totreat’ or an ‘in the event of emergency’ form to hand to your child’s principal or minder in the event any action is required. The information provided should include details related to prescribed medications, medical problems, your emergency contact number, your doctor’s emergency contact number and any other emergency contacts such as grandparents or relatives in the event you can’t be reached.

In addition, (this is me being pedantic) find out where your school’s defibrillator is located and ascertain that all teachers are upskilled and trained regarding its usage. Also, make sure your child (and you) is made aware of the school’s emergency evacuation procedures. There’s a dental screening programme delivered in schools for kids in second, fourth and sixth classes, however, if you’re concerned about a possible problem, get it sorted before the term

begins. Make an appointment with your local dentist now and avail of any free dental opportunities available to kids under 16. As the HSE have discontinued routine eye tests for kids in fifth and sixth classes – without first putting alternative strategies in place – it’s up to you, as their parent to make sure your child’s eyes are healthy. You see, as someone who wears glasses, I know that good vision is essential to effective learning, so please

have your child’s eyesight tested by a registered optician. The key to preventing long-term vision problems is early detection, and, if your child needs

to wear glasses, let them choose a nice funky pair that’ll impact positively on their overall learning experience as well as their visual health.

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BA in early years care and education; applied social studies in social care. PLC progression options include: hairdressing year two (with progression to Templemichael College), senior trades and city and guilds hairdressing. All the computer courses lead to progression in AIT: computer engineering, computing for business. The following courses are also available: business students Level 5, with progression in AIT; higher certificate in business; higher certificate in business in office management; higher cert in business with music and instrument technology and a higher cert in business in equine studies. From this FETAC Level 5 course you can also apply for: bachelor of business, bachelor of business psychology, bachelor of business and law, advanced cert business Level 6 (with progression to AIT), second year of level 7 business programmes. Motor Technology with progression to AIT will allow you to access the following courses: higher certificate in mechanical engineering, bachelor in mechanical engineering, bachelor of engineering in mechanical engineering and renewable energy and bachelor of engineering in mechatronics. All computer courses progress to cloud computing software design: computer engineering, computing for business,

business students studying level 5M2102, higher certificate in business, higher certificate in business in office management, higher cert in business with music and instrument technology, higher cert in business in equine studies, bachelor of business, bachelor of business psychology, bachelor of business and law. The hairdressing courses are certified by the QQI, Department of Education and Junior Trades and Senior Trades Certification. The college is offering three new courses in the following: software development, tourism and business and film and TV production. The Erasmus programme, which has been introduced to the college this year, is an EU exchange student programme that has been in existence since the late 1980. Its purpose is to provide work experience for students from within the European Union. Students went to Tenerife as part of their work experience. Longford College of Further Education plan to hold interviews during the last week in August and the first week in September. All teaching, guidance and administration staff will be on hand to welcome you. There are still spaces available and you can enrol at www.longfordcfe. com now.

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The emotional highs and lows of parenting a teenager! < MIRIAM KERINS

erplexed by your

kid’s mood swings? Believe me, so is he/she! However, having had the bonus of studying psychology and coming to the conclusion that I really would have benefitted from the experience and the learning when I was a young mother raising tweens, I now realise the emotions and mood swings that caught me off guard and frightened the bejaysus out of me were just my insolent brats going through a stage the experts label ‘latency.’ Isn’t hindsight wonderful? Because of the changes taking place in their lives, extra homework, arguments with pals and hormonal fluctuations; moods swings are inevitable but you can help your child to work through them…and here’s how. Encourage your child to identify their moods and to reflect on the reasons why they’re feeling this way. Teach them that changing

their mind-set in order to help them best cope with stressful situations is helpful. For example, imagine they’ve got lots of homework…which mind-set will best help? A) This English essay is interfering with time spent with my friends. Or B) If I get this essay written now, I’ll have extra time at the weekend to go and see Suicide Squad with the gang. Which mind-set helps best? Remember moods are emotions, a mind-set is a thought and an attitude that shapes the way we feel about ourselves, situations and the world in general. As kids begin to assert their independence, find their own identities, and, inevitably often develop behavioural changes meaning your cute, obedient little angel becomes unpredictable, greeting you with a grunt and everyone else with a bored roll of the eyes…don’t worry; they’re normal! Even though they’re acting as if they hate you,

Finished school but don’t know what to do next? Want a qualification, but not sure about college? Need extra support for further training? National Learning Network in Castlerea offers a range of flexible courses, that can develop your skills, knowledge and confidence so you can get a job or go on to further education and training. NLN offer you pressure-free courses, giving you a chance to get a QQI qualification. Eligibility criteria apply.

they’ll still crave your love, acceptance and approval meaning you really have a lot more influence over them than you think; so find some common ground, listen without judging, and keep the focus on your child…this means stop checking emails, stop hoovering and put your make-up down. Expect rejection – it’s going to happen. Create structure and keep those lines of communication open; then re-visit the conversation when you’ve

both cooled down. My most important piece of advice is to take care of yourself! The stress of dealing with a tempestuous tween/teen can take its toll so learn to manage your own emotions before you can even think of helping them manage theirs. If you’re concerned about your child’s behaviour contact your family doctor for advice ASAP. Useful websites: www.parentline. ie, www.spunout.ie or www.hse.ie

Courses for carers in Colaiste Mhuire There is currently a carers’ course on offer at Colaiste Mhuire, Ballygar. The course is QQI Certified Level 5 and will run from September to May taking

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Experience. As part of the course students will complete manual handling and cardiac first responder training. Students who complete the course will have a fantastic opportunity to find work in the sector as there is currently a shortage of trained carers in Ireland. For non medical card holders there is a €200 DES charge payable at the start of the course and a €50 QQI certification fee is payable in March. Medical card holders are exempt from these charges. There is a course fee of €100 to include cardiac first responder training and manual and patient handling training. Students who successfully complete the course will have the qualifications and skills necessary to take up employment as healthcare workers providing personal care in residential and nonresidential settings and in clients’ homes. Graduates also work in hospitals, nursing homes, training centres and in community settings. Eligible graduates may also progress to higher education. Further information can be obtained by contacting the school at 090 6624740.

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Teachers suffer from back to school stress too! < MIRIAM KERINS

ome students dread the start of the new school year; some love it. I was one of those students who couldn’t wait to get back into the classroom and study and often had my English, Irish, French and History books read from cover to cover before the term even began. I know, what an insufferable nerd! However, what if you’re the teacher; all stressed out and trying hard to cope with the pressures of

teaching arrogant, snotty, cheeky, know it all teenagers? How do you prepare yourself for what is both a rewarding and more than likely stressful year ahead? As an educator, sharing skills and knowledge is a passion of mine but it takes an awful lot of preparation and motivation to devise and deliver strategies that will suit the various ages and abilities present in most modern classrooms, (and believe me I’ve covered them all, from junior infants

right up to senior citizens; finally focusing on adult learners); and so, for what it’s worth, here’s how I used to prepare myself for the onslaught of the new school year. Don’t just put an emphasis on the pedagogy – yes students need to learn but try and take the focus away from just pouring the information down their throats like a robot, and instead plan to make the learning experience fun and interactive by leading the students both academically and socially.

Do this by devising a feedback strategy where students can evaluate your delivery and lecturing skills in order to ascertain where you can improve and where you can tweak and change to suit both theirs and your overall needs in the classroom. I know teachers have a set curriculum to drive through and I know there’s a lot of pressure to deliver it, but at the end of the day, it’s also about balance, influence and perspective. Connect with your

students (and their parents) by asking questions, listening to the answers, engaging in conversations and really trying to take an interest in what’s going on in their lives. One way to do this would be to arrange a class charity event whereby everyone gets involved and interacts with each other – and all for the good of a local cause. This type of project also connects you with the community. Connect with your colleagues; that way you can share information and better collaborate regarding ways to serve your

students more positively and effectively as well as

gaining personal support for yourself.

Access Courses for Higher Education 2016 - 2017 NUI Galway Access Courses are one-year courses that aim to provide students with the opportunity to prepare, personally and academically, for an undergraduate course of full-time study (minimum three years duration) at NUI Galway and St. Angela’s College, Sligo. They are designed for people of all ages who may not have the conventional educational requirements and who come from socio-economic backgrounds that are under-represented at third level. Students who successfully complete all aspects of the Access Course will be eligible for direct admission to undergraduate programmes in areas such as Arts, Education, Social Sciences, Business, Law, Science, Engineering, Computing and Health Sciences. Courses run from September 2016 to May 2017 in the following outreach centres: • St. Angela’s College, Sligo • Ballinasloe, Co. Galway • An Cheathrú Rua, Connemara

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An invitation from the McDermott School of Classical Ballet & Dance If your child has expressed an interest in dance and enjoys moving to music we would love to

have them join our ballet school. We run 16 levels of classes in age-appropriate groups from ages 3 to

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Each September we look forward to welcoming our new ballerinas in their pink ballet shoes and pretty pink uniform. Students are encouraged to develop their imagination and communication skills, helping them to build confidence. They make new friends and look forward each week to working together in a group. Students then progress to the Royal Academy Dance syllabus appropriate for their age. As with our beginner classes our focus is on learning in an enjoyable way to further develop a sense of rhythm and flexibility whilst learning the fundamental positions of arms, legs, dance steps, jumps and turns. We offer once-a-week classes up to grade eight and all are students are offered the option of taking examinations. RAD examinations are recognised to award qualifications on the QCF

and NQF in England and Northern Ireland. Grades Six, Seven and Eight also carry a UCAS tariff towards UK university admission. We also offer our students the chance to perform on stage in a professional theatre in beautiful costumes at our ballet school shows. Selected students are offered the RAD vocational programme up to Advanced 2. We have a

100% success rate. We expect our vocational students to attend classes at least twice a week and to participate in outside workshops and master classes. Our fees are very reasonable, €65 for a ten-week term. The only uniform our new students require are a pair of pink leather or satin ballet pumps. All our teachers are highly qualified RAD registered teachers and

absolutely love teaching classical ballet. We aim to maintain a happy, friendly, hard-working atmosphere at our classes. Please contact us through our website www. mcdermottballetcshool. com or telephone us at 090 6627033 so that we can find a suitable class for your child to trial. We have classes in three locations in Roscommon over five days so we are sure to have class that suits you.

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Study business at Roscommon Community College R Community College is an education provider within the Galway Roscommon Educational Training Board and for many decades now has been offering school leavers and those interested in returning to education the opportunity to further their knowledge and employment skills set. Roscommon Community College provide a one year part-time Level 6 QQI Business Award that on successful completion offers the student the opportunity to further their studies at Year 2 in Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT) or Galway Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) with five different business courses to choose from. The Level 6 Business Award includes the following 8 Modules: Business Management; Computerised Accounts; Spreadsheets; Word Processing; Marketing Management; Team Leadership; Communications and Work Experience. It is widely accepted that the high college drop-out rates in many courses is linked to the number of school-leavers opting for courses which may be too academically challenging straight from secondary school. The Post Leaving oscommon

Cert course options are designed to bridge this gap and lead to an increasing number of students choosing courses at Third Level that they are both academically and emotionally ready for.

What skills will you acquire on the level 6 QQI Business Award? Students will develop a broad understanding of business organisations both in the public and private sector. Learners will explore how businesses develop strategies, make decisions, handle risk and control internal and external elements. Students will graduate with key business skills in the use of Computerised Accounting Software, ICT Word and Spreadsheet software and Marketing Management strategies. The course also provides opportunities to develop skills which can be applied in any career area. These include: communication, interview and presentation skills; leadership skills; goal setting; problem-solving; team work; and time management skills.

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some students exempt from all costs. Successful applicants will also benefit from the local delivery of such a sought after further education opportunity. This reduces or eliminates accommodation and upkeep expenses associated with courses offered in distant Institutes of Education and Universities. The course tutors are acutely aware that this is a step back into education for some and a stepping stone to further higher education for post Leaving Cert students. Great individual attention is given to support students in achieving their desired goals.

Course application details Should you be interested in applying for a place on the 2016-2017 Level 6 Business Award programme, applications should be made as soon as possible by email to Denise Staunton, PLC Co-ordinator, Roscommon Community College, Lisnamult, Roscommon; email: denise.staunton@gretb.ie. Alternatively, you can download an application form from the school website at: www.roscomcol.com (PLC dropdown) or phone the school at 090 6626670 for an application form.

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APPLY NOW TO SECURE A PLACE FOR SEPTEMBER 2016 Closing date: 31st August 2016 (Late Applications will be accepted up until 1.00 pm, on the 10th September, 2016 should a place become available) APPLICATIONS: You can apply on line @ www.roscomcol.com (Enrolment Form can be downloaded from the PLC dropdown menu) Alternatively you can contact us by phone or in writing using the contact details supplied. Contact: Denise Staunton Roscommon Community College, Lisnamult, Roscommon. Co. Roscommon. Phone: 090 6626670 Fax: 090 6626473 Email: denise.staunton@gretb.ie or roscomcol@eircom.net www.roscomcol.com

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Sligo College of Further Education – The place to go for PLC courses!

ligo College of

Further Education (Sligo CFE) continues to grow and broaden its offering as it solidifies its place as the leading provider of Post Leaving Cert courses in the northwest. Over the past five years, numbers have grown to well over 500 students, millions have been invested in facilities, and the range and the diversity of courses has changed and increased every year to meet the needs of students throughout the region and beyond. Dr David McGuinness, principal of the college, is not surprised at these developments. He attributes the success of the college to a number of factors, including the dedication, professionalism and enthusiasm of his staff; the huge ongoing investment in facilities; its links and geographical proximity to Sligo Insti-

tute of Technology and its capacity to respond to the needs of industry and higher education institutions throughout Ireland and abroad. Sligo CFE now offers nearly thirty different courses in areas as diverse as: social studies, nursing, childcare, business, tourism, design, hairdressing and beauty, science, engineering, services and media studies. The Department of Education and Science has invested over €2.5 million in the past five years and the college now has facilities that rank among the very best in the country. Seven new rooms were added as part of its most recent expansion and the college also has a number of new lecture theatres, a fully equipped hairdressing salon, a beauty facility and an animal grooming room. In addition, the college now has six modern computer suites encom-

passing state-of-the-art technology and can now offer students full catering facilities in its recently refurbished canteen. Sligo CFE is now recognised as the regional PLC College for the northwest. It has first-class facilities, highly experienced and dedicated staff and is now in a position to play a

When your teen becomes a picky eater! < MIRIAM KERINS

hen it comes to food, we’ve all had experience of a fussy toddler spitting out their sprouts and flinging their parsnips at the wall; however, what happens when your teen, who once hoovered up everything in sight, suddenly decides to become a picky eater driving you to distraction and sleep deprivation? Sound familiar? Here are some tips that I hope will help you out: • First of all, try to show him/her some respect, allowing them the independence to make these new food related choices. You never know, it could simply be a new picky phase that’ll pass as soon as the ice cream man turns into the road! • Ascertain if he/she’s trying to gain control of their eating habits or if there’s a moral reason behind the sudden food choices. Perhaps it’s animal welfare related…my primary reason for being a vegan; something that, even at this stage of my life, still worries my poor dad, causing him to ask “why don’t you get a good bit of steak or a bit of chicken into you?” every time we go for a meal. • Is your teen choosing a fast food, TV dinner type diet due to peer pressure from friends? If so, ask them to help you with the weekly food shop and encourage them to cook at least one family meal

a week – hopefully this will increase his/her willingness to eat more healthily. • Have a non-confrontational chat (not a lecture), with your teen regarding the importance of maintaining a healthy diet. • Get information from your doctor regarding fresh fruit and vegetables, nuts, grains and proteins and educate your teen concerning the importance of cutting down on sugar and foods that are high in bad fats. • Lead by example and eat healthy food and snacks in front of your teen. Reach for a piece of fruit or a handful of nuts and grains instead of a greasy burger or a takeaway. However, the odd takeaway is fine; we all need that quick fix sometimes; especially if we’ve had a particularly busy or stressful day and I’m not for one minute suggesting we should deny ourselves the occasional treat or comfort food. • Keep your eyes peeled for signs of a possible eating disorder or signs of depression, continued anxiousness or unhappiness. If your teen suddenly loses weight or is continuously criticising their appearance, get advice from your doctor because it’s possible they’ll need professional help to ascertain why this is happening. If you’re concerned about your child, always consult your family doctor for advice.

pivotal role in a continued development of further education for counties Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo and beyond. For more information contact Sligo College of Further Education on 071-9145480, email: scfe@msletb.ie, web: www.sligocfe.ie.

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A Creative autumn at School of Art! The autumn programme for Roscommon School of Art commences on Tuesday, September 6th with the first of two modules for adult art classes. Tuesday classes are onceoff workshops allowing people to drop in and make a piece of art in one evening. Participants will

enjoy working with oils, acrylics, clay and printing. Weekly classes throughout the term are on Wednesday evenings and Thursday and Friday mornings. The courses are relaxing and skills based with students creating paintings in oils, acrylics or watercolours.

The portfolio preparation course runs on Saturdays or by appointment and is suitable for those who wish to pursue a career in art and design. Past pupils have followed careers in fashion/textiles, architecture, ceramics, animation, art teaching, film making, fine art, games design and

graphic design. Over 70 past pupils of the school have attended the National College of Art, Dublin, with many others achieving success at colleges all over the country. There will be two choices for children’s classes. On Tuesday evenings; a class in drawing, painting and

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craft for 10 to 15-yearolds who wish to improve skills. Saturday classes are all about facilitating creativity. In these classes, children will enjoy drawing, painting, clay modelling, printmaking etc. Classes are suitable for 5-12 years of age.

When teens push their luck and your limits! < MIRIAM KERINS

t’s hard for your kid to be a teen! You see, they want to push you, their poor, loving parents away, and instead, turn towards their cool friends and adulthood. They’re disrespectful and ungrateful, so you make rules and that’s understandable and reasonable; however, what’s unreasonable is for you to expect them to change and conform overnight. And no, I’m not an expert at all; just a parent who has raised two dramatic divas, so believe me, I know what it’s like to have your boundaries breached. I’ve been shouted at, called horrible, hurtful names, ignored and been verbally abused. Once I was even labelled ‘a cruel, interfering b*X%h’ for not allowing my youngest attend a junior cert teen disco in Dublin before I’d first visited the venue, spoken with the organisers, checked out the doormen and women and got a written statement that there was a ‘no alcohol’ policy in place. I can tell you that didn’t go down well with the organisers but to hell with them, she was (still is) my baby and I trust nobody with my kids’ welfare. But I digress. As parents, we need to be in control of the situation, or at least feel as if we are. However, this is a process that won’t happen overnight so I suppose starting when they’re pre-teens, and teaching them problem solving

skills and resilience is the key. In addition, teaching yourself how to be resilient is also very helpful; a newly learned skill that got me through

a gut-wrenching marriage break-up with my girls’ dad; so it’s never too late to learn. If you’re the type of parent who spoils their child; and most of us are, me being a

major offender here, then it’s likely they’ll act the maggot and be disrespectful towards you. However, I’ve learned, difficult though it is, that change needs to occur and that

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means not just towards your kids, but within yourself, as in how you manage their behaviour and how you react to it. Remember, change is always going to be tough but keep in mind that you can decide to parent differently at any point in your life; even when that cute, gorgeous little angel turns into an adult devil. The trick is to draw that line for your kids and try stick to it.

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MABS ADVICE ON DEALING WITH SCHOOL COSTS

September is around the corner when children go back to school with all the associated costs and the list can seem endless. There are lots of costs to do with education and this can put a strain on the family finances. From a MABS budgeting perspective - know what you need, how much they will cost, find out how you can reduce costs and budget accordingly! Uniforms - Do other family members or friends have children in the same school that may have out-grown their uniform – it may still be in good condition. Remember to swap or sell on any good quality school uniform items which you have and no longer need. Enquire if the school organises a second-hand uniform sale. If so, sell old items and buy new ones. Watch the shops for any sale promotions. Books – Find out if the school offers the Book Rental Scheme or if you can get second-hand through the school, in local shops or even online. Check for other supports available under the School Books Grant Scheme. Check as soon as possible if your school or bookshop allows you to spread the cost of school books over a number of weeks. Ask friends and family if they have any of the books on the book list, or organise your own book exchange with friends. Other costs – Copybooks, pens and pencils can all be cheaper if bought in large quantities – will

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a friend share the cost with you if you buy a lot together? Re-use stationery items such as folders, files and pockets which may be left over from last year. Check with the Principal about other costs that come up over the year for things like art & craft, photocopying, school trips etc. and plan for them. Extra costs – Once the term kicks in, you may be asked to pay for things now and again – it is a good idea to bear this in mind when doing your budget. You may also be asked for a voluntary contribution – remember this is voluntary - If you are having difficulty, speak to the Principal. Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance helps to meet the cost of uniforms and footwear for children going to school. Application forms are available on line (pdf) www.welfare.ie and in all social welfare offices. You can request a form online, via SMS (Text Form BTSCFA followed by your name and address to 51909) or by emailing BSCFA@welfare.ie. This normally runs from 1st June until 30th September. You may qualify for the Scheme if you are in receipt of certain social welfare payments or your household income is below a certain limit. Please check with your local social welfare office, www.welfare.ie or www.citizensinfomation.ie to see if you have a possible entitlement. Exam Costs – Exams are stressful enough for both

parents and students and the associated costs can bring extra pressure. Ask at the start of the year what costs will come up and when? Will you have to pay fees for mock exams? What fees will you have to pay for state exams? Are any exemptions allowed? For Leaving Cert students, there are fees for completing the CAO form – check this out in advance. Leaving home for college – If you have a child leaving home to go to college, check out “Flying the Coup” from Roscommon Youth Information Services. It has lots of tips for the school-leaver about finding accommodation, the costs, budgeting, and so on. To order a copy, email youthinfo@roscommonyouth.ie or phone 090 6625395.

MABS Tip: For information on how to prepare for back to school costs, read our “MABS Guide to Back to School Costs”, (this also has a very useful budget guide) available in the publication section of our website, www.mabs.ie or for students going to third level, read “First Steps, Second Thoughts, Third Level” also available on our website. Alternatively you can contact your local Roscommon MABS Office on 0761 07 2720 and we will be able to provide you with any of the above information leaflets.

Technology in the classroom is a tool, not a replacement for dedicated teachers! < MIRIAM KERINS

ummer holidays

are at an end and the school year is back with a bang with principals and teachers planning their strategies for the year ahead. I wonder does that planning involve the new cutting edge technology that is the virtual classroom. It’s no secret that over the past decade, technology in the classroom has evolved to such a degree it’s widely changing the way pre-school toddlers, primary school kiddies, secondary school teens and college going adults are learning. Take for example, the new-fangled real-time updates on students’ personal progress;

or, as I like to call it, the virtual replacement for the good old, face to face parent teacher meeting. This is a strategy put in place by a number of schools where an internet-based system allows parents to keep tabs on their kids’ class attendance, keep an eye on exam results and disciplinary records and, in general, see what’s going on in their day to day lives…kind of like Big Brother, or, Big Mother even. Then we have the Department of Education and Skills’ ‘Digital Strategy for Schools 2015-2020 – Enhancing Teaching, Learning and Assessment,’ initiative, which, according to authors, ‘will further embed technology and digital learning tools in

primary and post primary schools. This will greatly enhance the learning experience and lifelong learning skills of all our students.’ However, parents and educators need to ask if we are implementing technology just for the hell of it because in spite of the Department’s plan, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has found that perhaps the use of it in classrooms is not that beneficial after

all and can actually lead to concerns regarding ‘information overload’ associated with ‘poorer student performance,’ posing the further question, is using virtual teaching a waste of time and is it a poor substitute and a short cut for dedicated teaching, for leadership, and for guidance? I mean what next? Do we ditch the teacher, replacing him/her with a laptop and allow students do what they like? While technology has an amaz-

ing impact on student performance and in the way it assists teachers to deliver learning strategies, it’s also a fact that laptops simply cannot engage with students and parents in the same way as a human teacher can. Laptops cannot mentor students, cannot be positive role models, cannot hold students’ hands and listen to their woes. Technology is all very well, but should we embrace it as a tool rather than as a replacement?

Midland School of Childcare - 21 years of training nationwide Midland School of Childcare (MSCC) has been a leader in childcare training nationwide for the last 21 years. MSCC are a QQI-registered private college of further education and if you are considering childcare or healthcare as a career, there are lots of courses to choose from. They include: Early Childhood Care and Education level 5; Supervision in Early Childhood Care and Education level 6; Special Needs Assisting level 5 and 6; Child Psychology level 6; Disability Awareness level 6; Healthcare,

level 5 and level 6. The common awards system provides 120 credits for a major award, which facilitates transfer or progression to some of the third level institutions. Exemptions for some of the modules will also apply. QQI CAS Early Childhood Care and Education level 5 and level 6 major awards each carry 120 Credits. For the QQI CAS level 5 Early Childhood Care and Education Major award – 120 Credits, entry requirements include a Leaving Certificate standard or previous

relevant life/work experience and a good level of English and literacy skills desirable. Interviews may help determine learner’s suitability for the course. Minimum age of entry is 17 years and the duration of the course is nine months, full-time. They are also offering a QQi CAS level 6 Supervision in Early Childhood Care and Education Major award – 120 Credits. Entry requirements include a completed level 5 or have relevant life/work experience (two years working in childcare). Interview may help

determine learner’s suitability. The minimum age of entry is 17 and the duration is nine months, full-time. For the MSCC Montessori Diploma, learners must complete Level 6 Major award above with Montessori as an optional module. Learners may complete Early Childhood Care and Education Level 5 and Level 6 over 18-month period. For further information contact Midland School of Childcare on midlandschoolofchildcare.ie or 044 9348936 (also on Facebook).

Roscommon People Friday 19 August 2016

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FACES AND PLACES

See pages 31 – 33

Fashion at Roscommon Races…

Pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last were celebrity judges Darren King, Mr. World-Ireland, and Martha Lynn, Martha Lynn Millinery. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured with Most Stylish Hat Competition celebrity judge Martha Lynn, Martha Lynn Millinery, at the Roscommon Races were Tara Healy, Roisín Jackman (winner) and Paula Gannon. Picture: Andrew Fox

‘Cherish the Ladies’ at Arts Centre Grammy-nominated, IrishAmerican group ‘Cherish the Ladies’ will perform for one night only at Roscommon Arts Centre on Thursday, 25th of August at 8 pm. The group formed in New York in 1985 to celebrate the rise of women in what had been a male-dominated Irish music scene and since then they have toured the world, played the White House and the Olympics, and recorded 16 outstanding albums including, ‘An Irish Homecoming’. Under the leadership of All-Ireland flute and whistle champion Joanie Madden, these ladies create an evening that includes a spectacular blend of virtuoso instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating

arrangements and stunning step dancing. Their continued success as one of the top Celtic groups in the world is due to the ensembles ability to take the best of Irish traditional music and dance and put it forth in an immensely entertaining show. They’ve collaborated with such musicians as The Clancy Brothers, The Chieftains, Vince Gill, Nanci Griffith, Don Henley and Maura O’Connell as well as being the featured soloist with over 250 nights of symphony orchestras. Their name comes from a traditional Irish jig, and for over thirty years, these ladies have and continue to be worth cherishing! Booking now at Roscommon Arts Centre on 090 66 25824/ www.roscommonartscentre.ie.

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

Hamrock’s Athleague, Co. Roscommon Tel.: (090) 6663325 Saturday 20th August: - Music by

Frank Nelson and his band

Castlecoote Lodge BAR AND LOUNGE Castlecoote, Roscommon

“IRISH TRAD NIGHT” THIS FRIDAY NIGHT 19TH AUGUST AT 10 P.M. Musicians, singers, dancers, storytellers, customers and friends all welcome.

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Castlecoote Lodge ‘Irish Trad Night’ The popular ‘Irish Trad Night’ takes place on the third Friday of every month at Castlecoote Lodge Bar & Seanad Lounge and the next session is on this Friday (August 19th) at 10 pm. Artists from near and far attend and participate is this very lively session and musicians, singers and dancers are always welcome to attend. A great welcome and regular artists has been guaranteed since

Castlecoote Lodge Bar & Lounge was re-opened in 2013. Of course there has been a bar on site since the mid19th century and the lodge has a long tradition of catering to customers from Castlecoote and surrounding areas and indeed Roscommon and Galway. The regular session has featured on RTE’s Nationwide programme in the past and attracted a large audience.

Hospice fundraiser for Jack’s Live Venue On Friday, October 14th, there will be a major fundraising night in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice and Roscommon Palliative Care Services at Jack’s Live Venue, Roscommon town. Performing on the night will be ‘The Rockin Rossies’ live band with special guest Avril Gilligan and the night will end with an ‘80s and ‘90s disco with Seamus Duke. All the artists are giving their services for free. The launch for the event will be performed by Rose of Roscommon Aisling McNeill and will take place at P. Kelly’s Bar, Castle Street Roscommon on Thursday, 1st of September at 9 pm. There on the night of the launch will be representatives of the Hospice and local groups, local politicians and community leaders, members of the band and the local media. Tickets for the night will be priced at a modest €10 each and will be available locally and on the night of the launch. Everyone is welcome to attend the launch on the night and especially those who might be able to assist with the sale of tickets for the event. This is a major fundraising effort for a very deserving cause and the hope is to raise funds for the great work that these people are doing in the community and the organisers are hoping that it is a major success. For further details please contact 086-8335380.

cinema & leisure complex

JJ HARLOWS - Market Square, Roscommon Telephone: 090 6626225

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

Friday 19th August:

Week Commencing Fri 19h August-Thurs 25th August

Movie Times

BLINKY BILL THE MOVIE (G)

11:15 (KMC); 13:00

DAVID BRENT: LIFE ON THE ROAD (16)

17:30; 19:30; 21:35

FINDING DORY 2D (G)

13:50; 16:10

JASON BOURNE (12A)

21:30

LIGHTS OUT (15A)

17:35; 19:40; 21:40

NERVE (15A)

15:00; 19:15; 21:40

NINE LIVES (PG)

13:25; 15:30; 17:15

PETE’S DRAGON 2D (PG)

12:40; 15:10; 16:55; 19:20

SUICIDE SQUAD 2D (15A)

18:30; 21:20

THE BFG 2D (PG)

11:45 (KMC); 14:20

THE SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2D (G)

11:40 (KMC)

The Square House Social Saturday 20th August:

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Entertainment at JJ Harlow’s JJ Harlow’s in The Square, Roscommon town, will once again be the place to be this coming weekend with a jam-packed schedule of live music over Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Starting us off on Friday night with a perfect excuse to celebrate the end of another busy working week is The Square House Social. An always popular evening of music and a great accompaniment to a few drinks and a catch-up! On Saturday night it’s the return of an extremely popular artist at JJ Harlow’s.

Mark Black will be on stage playing his eclectic mix of ‘rootsy’ blues from a combination of rock, country and Celtic influences. This promises to be another great night of live music with Mark so get down early and be a part of it. Rounding off the weekend, JJ’s will place host to the always entertaining Cara Ceol on Sunday night. This truly is the ideal way to wind down the weekend with another great night of music. JJ Harlow’s in The Square – Roscommon town’s prime live music venue!

Sunday 21st August:

Cara Ceol

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

BEER OF THE WEEK! JJ Harlows supporting Irish Micro Breweries Pictured at Rooskey Heritage Festival were Anna, George, Nina and Karolina. Picture: Andrew Fox

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

Pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last were Robert Gardner, Bridie Connolly, Sarah Connolly, Shauna Gardner and Rebecca Gardner.

Pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last were David Spencer, DJ Hession and Ryan Hession.

Places Faces &Andrew Fox Photographs:

Roscommon Races

Pictured at the Roscommon Races were Seamus and Paula Gannon. on Monday evening last

Pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last were Geraldine Gavigan, Mary Dowd and Martina Burns.

Pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last were Louise and Martha Lynn, Martha Lynn Millinery.

Paul Lester winner of the Edward Donnellan & Co. Best Dressed Man competition pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last with Eddie Donnellan, Edward Donnellan & Co. and Darren King, Mr. World-Ireland.

Catriona Hasson pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last.

Roscommon People Friday 19 August 2016

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

Pictured enjoying Kay Furey’s birthday celebrations in the Percy French Hotel were Jason Bushill, Marian Rice, Kay Furey and Christy McDermott. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured enjoying Kay Furey’s birthday celebrations in the Percy French Hotel were Mick Regan, Orla Regan, JJ Rogers, Kay Furey and Patricia Rogers. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured enjoying Kay Furey’s birthday celebrations in the Percy French Hotel were Margaret Phibbs, Margaret Murphy, Marian Rice, Kay Furey and Mary Shanagher. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured enjoying Kay Furey’s birthday celebrations in the Percy French Hotel were Kay Furey and Gerry Tansey. Picture: Andrew Fox

Faces & Places Birthday celebrations in Percy French Hotel Photographs:

Andrew Fox

ABOVE: Pictured enjoying Kay Furey’s birthday celebrations in the Percy French Hotel were Kay Furey, Peter and Ann Dolan. Picture: Andrew Fox LEFT: Pictured enjoying Kay Furey’s birthday celebrations in the Percy French Hotel, Strokestown were Martin McDermott, Kay Furey and Kevin Furey. Picture: Andrew Fox

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NIGHT LIFE • BARS • NIGHTCLUBS • CINEMA • SOCIAL • ARTS Attended launch of ‘Rahara A Century of Memories’

Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Pauline Donnelly, Phil Murray O’Brien and Breege Kenny. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the launch of Rahara A Century Of Memories were Lisa, Michael, Mary and Fiona Doyle. Picture: Andrew Fox

Faces & Places Photographs: Andrew Fox

1st anniversary celebrations at The Yew Tree Pictured enjoying the first anniversary celebrations of The Yew Tree in Lecarrow were Carmel Curley and Karen Drury.

Pictured enjoying the first anniversary celebrations of The Yew Tree in Lecarrow were Mary Varley and Ann Drury.

Pictured enjoying the first anniversary celebrations of The Yew Tree in Lecarrow were Sharon Hanmore, Caroline Doherty and Ann Sheehy.

Pictured enjoying the first anniversary celebrations of The Yew Tree in Lecarrow were Tina Drury, Ann Sheehy and Josie Drury.

Pictured enjoying the first anniversary celebrations of The Yew Tree in Lecarrow were Laura Varley and Teresa Webster.

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The North West Limousin club will play host to an International Limousin Congress event in Glenamaddy next Monday, August 22nd.

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It is a requirement that all farmers participating in the BDGP get their advisor to complete a Carbon Navigator before October 31st of 2016.

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International Limousin Congress for Glenamaddy The North West Limousin club will play host to an International Limousin Congress event in Glenamaddy next Monday, August 22nd. This event is part of a packed International Limousin Congress schedule, which commences on Saturday, 20th August and

concludes on Sunday, 27th. Congress is held every two years and is an opportunity for the host nation to showcase their Limousin cattle, country and culture to a worldwide audience. This year in excess of 250 international delegates from as far away as Aus-

tralia, Argentina, Brazil, USA, Mexico, the Baltic States and mainland Europe will travel to Ireland and we look forward to welcoming them to the west of the country. Glenamaddy Equestrian Centre is the venue for the event.

Weanlings & Suckler Cows Tuesday, August 23rd at 5 p.m. -------------------

Fall/Autumn Show & Sale of Weanlings Tuesday, September 6th at 5 p.m. Full details of classes in next week’s issue Bookings accepted up to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 30th, Wednesday, August 31st & Thursday, September 1st --------------------------

Lambs & Cast Ewes Each Wednesday – 11.am. Please note Ewe Lambs will be sold separately --------

Breeding Ewes and Hoggets Each Saturday - at 11 a.m. Gates open at 8 a.m. ----------

Show & Sale of Pedigree Charollais Sheep (29 Ram Lambs & 8 Hogget Rams) This Saturday, August 20th Show 12.30am. Sale 1.15pm Please visit our website and facebook for full details of our Autumn Sales

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Roscommon Mart Report Cattle prices – Friday, August 12th: There was a large entry of excellent quality cattle on offer at last Friday’s sale. There was a brisk trade for bullocks with average prices up slightly on the comparative sale last year. Prices for bullocks averaged from €2.44 per kilo up to €2.84 per kilo with 93% of the lots sold. There was also a lively trade for heifers with prices averaging from €2.34 per kilo up to €2.86 per kilo. There was a good number of dry cows on offer with prices ranging from €1.65 per kilo up to €1.99 per kilo. There was a good attendance of customers actively sourcing stock. Sales as usual tomorrow (Friday 19th) at 11 am. Special Sale of Heifers on Friday, September 2nd – Bookings accepted up to 5 pm on Thursday, August 26th. Sale of Weanlings on Tuesday, August 23rd at 5 pm. Dry cows made from €870 up to €1605 per lot. Sample prices: Char X 880 kgs €1,605, Lim X 770 kgs €1,450, Lim X 715 kgs €1,420, Simm X 760 kgs €1,240, Char X 690 kgs €1,225, AAX 685 kgs €1,065, AAX 645 kgs €965, HEX 610 kgs €870. Heifers made from €535 to €965 over. Sample prices: Lim X 680 kgs €1,600, BBX 635 kgs €1,600, Char X 600 kgs €1525, Char X 625 kgs €1,500, Lim X 580 kgs €1,380, 2 Lim X 595 kgs €1,365, Lim X 485 kgs €1,300, 3 Char X 520 kgs €1,280, BBX 495 kgs €1,250, AAX 530 kgs €1,230, Lim X 455 kgs €1,205, Simm X 505 kgs €1,200, Char X 370 kgs €1,040, 2 Char X 392 kgs €1,095. Bullocks made from €550 to €1,025

Friday, September 2nd at 11 a.m. Bookings accepted up to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 23rd, Wednesday, August 24th & Thursday, August 25th. Also Bullocks & Dry Cows ------------

over. Sample prices: Char X 745 kgs €1,770, 6 Char X 557 kgs €1,560, Lim X 670 kgs €1,500, Char X 595 kgs €1,480, Char X 525 kgs €1,465, BBX 470 kgs €1,415, Char X 575 kgs €1,400, 3 Lim X 550 kgs €1,390, 2 Char X 502 kgs €1,380, Char X 490 kgs €1,320, SAX 540 kgs €1,335, Char X 500 kgs €1,310, AAX 565 kgs €1,300, HEX 445 kgs €1,040, Char X 370 kgs €920, 2 Char X 468 kgs €1,285. Sheep sale – Wednesday, August 17th: There were larger numbers on offer again this week. The trade for lambs was on a par with the previous week. There was a large number of ewe lambs present with a pen of ewe lambs making as high as €134. The trade for cast ewes was on a par with the previous week. Sales continue each Wednesday at 11 am for Lambs and cast ewes. Please note that ewe lambs will be sold separately. Sample prices - Mixed lambs: 49.20kgs €109, 49.2 kgs €107, 56.60kgs €106, 53.20 kgs €106, 51kgs €103, 48.90kgs €103, 50 kgs €102, 48 kgs €100, 47.6 kgs €100. Store lambs: 46.2kgs €94, 43.8 kgs €90, 46.40kgs €90, 45.10kgs €90, 43.20 kgs €89, 42 kgs €89.50, 40.30 kgs €86, 42.10kgs €83.50, 40kgs €80, 39.10 kgs €81.50. Ewe lambs: 3 pens of Blue Leicester X ewe lambs made €134, €127, and €106. 46.8kgs €115, 45.90kgs €110, 53.30kgs €110, 42.2kgs €110, 42kgs €101, 48kgs €102, 45kgs €100, 45.30kgs €97. Cast ewes made from €50 to €117 per lot.

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Castlerea Mart Report Sale, August 11th: 600 cattle on offer this week with improved demand for the increased number of bullocks presented for sale. Stronger forward store bullocks were a lively trade with improved quality on offer this week. Heifers and weanlings were also in strong demand with prices similar to last week, overall a good clearance took place with a good attendance of customers present. Sample prices – bullocks: Lim 415kgs €1,185, Ch 485kgs €1,230, Ch 520kgs €1,245, Ch 570kgs €1,385, Lm 640kgs €1,435, AA 645kgs €1,430, Ch 685kgs €1,510, Lm 780kgs €1,695. Heifers: BBX 390kgs €1,190, Ch 390kgs €1,085, Lim 460kgs €1,140, BBx 590kgs €1,380, Ch 580kgs €1,315, Ch 625kgs €1,440. Dry cows: Ch 695kgs €1,215, Lm 615kgs €1,175, Lm 650kgs €1,050, Lm 690kgs €1,210. Cows with calves at foot made from €800 to €1,910 for a Ch cow and her bull calf at foot. Weanling bulls: Lim 265kgs €860, Ch 250kgs €880, Ch 235kgs €785, Lm 490kgs €1,200, Ch 370kgs €1,135. Weanling heifers: BBX 290kgs €815, AA 290kgs €720, BBx 350kgs €955, Ch 330kgs €905, Ch 405kgs €1,090. Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (Thursday, 18th) with our usual sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am with three rings in operation. Please note as and from the 5th of September the Monday Bullock Sale will resume.

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National Heritage Week 2016 – People and Places < DAN DOONER

National Heritage Week will take place from Saturday (August 20th) until Sunday (August 28th) and there is a host of interesting activities and events taking place throughout the county and the region. This year’s theme is ‘One Hundred Years of Heritage.’ Over twenty-five community groups, organisations and individuals have organised more than 100 events around Co. Roscommon to celebrate the rich and diverse heritage that is there for us all to enjoy. Events range from lectures, launches, nature walks, archaeology site visits, visits to historic houses and gardens, music and song to family fun days. Many of the events are free and the programme highlights the abundance of great work that is carried out in communities all around county Roscommon to care for and promote our built, natural and cultural heritage. Nollaig Feeney, Heritage Officer, Roscommon County Council says:

“Events are taking place from the north to the very south of the county, so no matter where you live there should be a Heritage Week event on near you! There is lots to do for all ages and all the family during National Heritage Week and best of all most of it is free, so enjoy the week.” Here at the Roscommon People, we’ve picked our daily highlights from a jam-packed schedule, to give you ideas on how to plan a busy week! Starting this Saturday, Lough Key Forest and Activity Park will play host to a free archaeological

activity for children from 11 am to 5 pm. Then on Sunday (21st), at 3 pm in Castlecoote House, there’s a ‘Celebration of the Harp’ - harpist Teresa O’Donnell will perform music by Carolan, Moore, Percy French and classical and contemporary music. Following a busy weekend, visit Elphin on Monday where between 10 am and 3 pm all week you can view an 18th century working windmill. On Tuesday (23rd) and all week, the Rathcroghan Visitor Centre in Tulsk will play host to a collection of works by Wexford artist, Matt Doyle.

On Wednesday (24th), in Clonalis House there’s 100 years of Farming at Clonalis. In Keadue, on Thursday, 25th at 9 pm in the Harp and Shamrock Bar, the local Development Association present a County House Dance and more with music supplied by local musicians. On Friday, 26th starting at 8.30 pm at Roscommon Castle, Roscommon Tidy Towns host a ‘Bat Talk’. On Saturday, 27th from 10 am to 3 pm, the King House grounds play host to ‘Boyle - Centenary Celebration 100 years of Heritage and Culture’. To round off a busy week,

take a trip to Lecarrow next Sunday (28th) where at 5 pm at St. John’s Community Centre, St. John’s Parish Heritage Group will plant a ‘1916 Commemoration Oak Tree’ and create a ‘2016 Time Capsule’ followed by a 1916 remembrance concert. Of course there are plenty of other events taking place right across the county so to find out more check out www.heritageweek.ie or call 1850 200 878. You can also follow Heritage Week on social media and pick up event guides at local libraries and at Aras an Chontae (Roscommon Civic Offices).

newsbrief Historic ﬁrst art exhibition in Aras an Chontae To celebrate National Heritage week 2016 Roscommon County Council are hosting an art exhibition in Aras an Chontae, Roscommon town’s new civic building. Titled ‘From beyond the horizon to a day in life and 100 years between’, this exhibition and installation is a mixed media presentation of visual art, books and sculptural displays by James M. Moran, artist and writer, running from August 22nd to 26th, during office hours. This exhibition is open to the public. The official opening of the exhibition takes place on Monday (22nd) at 1.15 pm, performed by Roscommon artist Dympna Molloy. All are welcome.

National Community Games Gold medal winner Mikey O’Brien, a pupil of Ballyleague National School, shows off his medal with his parents Michael and Monica after last weekend’s Finals in Athlone. Mikey won the U-12 award for handwriting – much to the delight of family, friends and all his neighbours in Ballyleague.

Flooding funding is only a drop in the ocean – Murphy The Fianna Fáil Junior Spokesperson for the OPW and Flood Relief, Deputy Eugene Murphy has welcomed the allocation of €200,000 for flood relief works throughout County Roscommon but warns that it is “only a drop in the ocean” of what is actually required. “Roscommon County Council has been allocated €200,000 to help alleviate flooding problems in six locations throughout the county and such funding is welcome and muchneeded in the areas of Killeglan Stream; Beagh Brabazon, Ballinasloe; Fairhill, Dysart; Moneymore, Knockcroghery; Curnalee, Curraghboy;

and the Ogulla River, near Roscommon town but really the sum of money is mere pittance when you look at what is actually required to make a real difference,” said Deputy Murphy. Deputy Murphy said the Government had shown a “lack of imagination” and was “devoid of any real understanding of the reality of the ongoing situation on the ground.” “Roscommon County Council requires in the region of €11 million to repair the damage caused by flooding to ensure that such devastation does not reoccur throughout the county yet only €4.5 million has been allocated to

date which is wholly inadequate. This latest funding of €200,000 will go some way to helping alleviate problems in the six locations around the county but when you look at the overall picture of what is needed it is really only a drop in the ocean,” said Deputy Murphy. “There are a total of 133 different areas throughout County Roscommon which are still affected by flooding and many homeowners and business owners are becoming increasingly frustrated as they are fast becoming a forgotten story. These are the stories behind the headlines where farmers are facing a bleak win-

ter period as their land is too water lodged to make hay or silage this summer, where business owners have water damaged stock, where families and publicans have been stranded by the rising waters of nearby turloughs,” said Deputy Murphy.

Emma Davis pictured at the Roscommon Races on Monday evening last. Picture: Andrew Fox

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PropertyPeople Sales By Moran & Co.

CREEVEROE, NEWBRIDGE, CO. GALWAY 3 bed bungalow with garage Opportunity to purchase a compact home with a good location between Ballygar and Newbridge. Price Region €85,000 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

LISNAGAVRAGH, FOUR ROADS, CO. ROSCOMMON Valuable Holding of Lands Total Area C. 6.17 Hectares (15.25 acres)

The lands are all top quality farm lands laid out in one division and are well fenced. They have good road frontage and offer the opportunity to build a house subject to planning permission. Final Offers to the auctioneers by Friday 9th September 2016 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

ABBEYGREY & MOUNT MARY, BALLYGAR Lands for Sale - C. 15.36 hectares (37.9 acres) The lands which require investment are suitable for grazing or forestry. They are located between Ballygar and Creggs and offer a great opportunity to purchase a small holding or to acquire additional lands in the area. Final offers to the auctioneers. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

LISQUELL EAST, BALLYGAR Attractive 4 bed bungalow with garage

Investment opportunity at Ballinagare village John Earley FIPAV of Property Partners Earley Roscommon is this week offering new to the market a primely located and substantial 7 day residential licenced premises and restaurant located in the heart of Ballinagare village on the main N5 western route. The property is presented for sale in excellent condition throughout and boasts many years of successful trading together with strong turnover figures having been recorded. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. The property comprises of 3 bedrooms (all ensuite) and living

accommodation on the 1st floor with excellent potential to expand the guesthouse potential, large bar and lounge facilities in excellent condition throughout, fully equipped commercial kitchen, external smoking area to the side of the property with covered roof and a yard area off the smoking area incorporating keg stores. There is OFCH throughout with solid fuel stove and the premises is fully alarmed. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact Property Partners Earley Roscommon on 090 66 26579 or email jearley@ propertypartners.ie.

Attractive Castleplunkett village bungalow for sale John Earley of Property Partners Earley Roscommon is this week offering new to the market a high-

ly attractive 3 bedroomed bungalow residence of 1,050 sq. ft. located at Castleplunkett village,

Nice rural location convenient to Ballaghlea Primary School. Details from the auctioneers.

AUCTIONEERS & CHARTERED SURVEYORS Main Street, Ballygar. Tel 090 6624531 087 2786664 moranandco.ie PSRA No. 001472

Co. Roscommon. Price guide: €75,000 ono to sell. John commented: “This is a quality 3 bedroomed detached bungalow residence located in a most select residential location in the centre of Castleplunkett village. The residence is presented for sale in excellent condition throughout and offers comfortable and spacious living accommodation together with a large site area.

Accommodation briefly comprises of: reception/ porch, kitchen/dining room, rear hallway, bathroom, sitting room, utility room, and 3 bedrooms in all. The Auctioneer invites enquiry and viewings. For further details, please contact John Earley FIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Property Partners Earley Roscommon on 090 66 26579, logonto www.propertypartners.ie or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

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

EMAIL: jearley@propertypartners.ie

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON FRIDAY 19TH AUGUST 2016 AT 3PM IN ‘THE CENTRAL BAR’, ROSCOMMON TOWN (UNLESS PREVIOUSLY SOLD) A PRIME QUALITY FARM OF C. 23.59 ACRES LOCATED AT

RATHBRENNAN, ROSCOMMON (only c. 4.5 km from Roscommon town)

A prime quality roadside farm located in a regarded farming area, all in permanent pasture with farmyard servicing incorporating storage sheds and a 3 bay hayshed. The said 2 B/R bungalow residence is in need of restoration and offers c. 900 sq.ft in total and which briefly comprises of reception/porch to front, kitchen/living room, sitting room, utility room, w/c and 2 bedrooms in all. Note the said house and lands can be sold independently should market interest dictate. BER: G. LEGAL: TERRY O’KEEFFE, MESSERS TJC O’KEEFFE & CO, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26239.

C. 72 ACRES OF FARMLANDS WITH A 3 B/R BUNGALOW RESIDENCE OF C. 1,130 SQ.FT AND ADJACENT FARM BUILDINGS LOCATED AT

CLOONYBEIRNE, FOURMILEHOUSE, CO. ROSCOMMON

The said property can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate as set out as follows: Lot 1: The entire. Lot 2: 3 B/R Bungalow residence with storage buildings set to the rear standing on c. 1 acre. Lot 3: c. 6.5 acres set adjacent together with farm buildings. Lot 4: c. 35 acres of lands incorporating good quality farm lands, and lands which run onto Loughandoughil. Lot 5: c. 29.5 acres of good quality lands and lands incorporating some rock outcrop. For further details or viewing appointments, contact the office. BER Residence: G. LEGAL: MARIE MCMANUS, MESSERS PATRICK J NEILAN & CO, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26245.

PRIME LANDS CONTAINING C. 10 ACRES LOCATED AT

C.37 ACRES OF LANDS WITH A 3 B/R RESIDENCE OF c. 1,200 SQ. FT. LOCATED AT

KINNITTY, FOURMILEHOUSE, ROSCOMMON

KILBARRY, ROOSKEY, CO. ROSCOMMON

A prime roadside parcel of lands located in a select farming district. This said sale must be of interest to local farmers wishing to increase their existing holdings. The auctioneers now invite immediate enquiries. LEGAL: MS MARIE MCMANUS, MESSER’S PATRICK J NEILAN, GOLF LINKS ROAD, ROSCOMMON 090 66 26245

WITH THE BENEFIT OF ENTITLEMENTS AND GREENING FEES TO THE VALUE OF C.€2,700 PER ANNUM. (RESIDENCE AND LANDS CAN BE SOLD INDEPENDENTLY) (DICTATED BY MARKET INTEREST)

The said property can be sold in the following lots should market interest dictate. Lot 1: The Entire. Lot 2: c. 36.25 acres of lands set out in one lot commanding public road frontage. Lands which offer some excellent quality grounds. Lot 3: 3 B/R bungalow residence standing on c. 0.75 of an acre with a range of outbuildings. BER Residence: E1 JOINT SELLING AGENT: T.P. WALSH AUCTIONEERS. MAIN STREET, ROOSKEY, CO ROSCOMMON. PH. 087 7691518 LEGAL: PATRICK J GROARKE & SONS, SOLICITORS, MAIN ST, LONGFORD PH.043 3346439.

FULL LEGAL PACKS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION FROM 2PM ON THE DAY WITH THE APPOINTED SOLICITOR

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NewsPeople Stunning views, large rooms at Mullymux Loretta Dowd is proud to bring to the market this superb 4 bedroomed detached split-level, two storey residence with two garages located at ‘Hill View’ Mullymux, Co. Roscommon. Located in a lovely countryside setting, this home enjoys unspoilt views of the surrounding countryside to the rear and stands on a large site area, to the front of the property is a dual gated entrance. (Mullymux is located just off the main Roscommon/Boyle route) This fine property has been designed to give the perfect blend of style and comfort, it boasts many extras including spacious living accommodation throughout, to the rear of the property what feels like an elevated sun room offers “panoramic” views of the beautiful countryside. Accommodation comprises briefly of: spacious

entrance/hallway, sitting room, dining room, step down to a kitchen which offers magnificient views, utility, W.C. sun room/ play room which also offers stunning views, first floor: 4 well proportioned bedrooms (master ensuite) and large bathroom. (2 garages).

“In order to get a true reflection of this amazing property any discerning buyer will have to physically walk through and view its perfection,” commented Loretta Dowd. For further details contact Loretta Dowd Property Sales on 087-2233223 or visit www.daft.ie

Stylish décor and cheerful ambience at Woodview Court A unique opportunity has arisen to acquire a charming detached family residence of immense style situated in a popular residential location just off the Athlone Road in Roscommon Town. “Located at 31, Woodview Court, this home has been lavished with care and attention from its present owners which is evident from the moment you walk in the front door,” commented Loretta Dowd. “Stylish décor, a cheerful ambience, spacious accommodation which makes this the perfect home to live,

heating system – oil heating and solid fuel rayburn range, detached garage, tarmacadam driveway, water softener system and zoned heating. To appreciate this

truly outstanding residence viewing is essential,” added Ms Dowd. Contact Loretta Dowd on 087-2233223 or visit daft. ie for further details.

TREMANE, ROSCOMMON

LICENCE 002905

Auctioneer/Valuer/Letting Agent www.lorettadowdpropertylettings.com

FOR SALE SPACIOUS 4 BEDROOM DETACHED RESIDENCE WITH GARAGE located at

NO.31 WOODVIEW COURT, ATHLONE ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN

A unique opportunity has arisen to acquire a charming detached family residence of immense style situated in a popular residential location just off the Athlone Road in Roscommon Town. This home has been lavished with care and attention from its present owners which is evident from the moment you walk in the front door. Stylish décor, a cheerful ambience, spacious accommodation which makes this the perfect home to live, entertain and provide the ultimate in comfort and relaxing elegance. Accommodation comprises briefly of Reception/ Hallway, Sitting Room, Living room, Kitchen/Living room, sun room/ dining room, utility, First floor: 4 bedrooms in all (Master ensuite and walk in wardrobe) To appreciate this truly outstanding residence viewing is essential! Energy Rating: BER B3

Land for sale at Pat Hughes & Co. At Araghty, Athleague, Hughes and Company are offering for sale circa 25 acres of top quality agricultural land located less than 1 mile from the village of Athleague overlooking the River Suck. This would be an ideal opportunity for local farmers looking to increase their holdings or some-

entertain and provide the ultimate in comfort and relaxing elegance. The wonderful accommodation is beautifully proportioned and includes 4 spacious bedrooms (master ensuite & walk in wardrobe), 2 reception rooms, spacious kitchen/dining room with sun room off. “The property is further enhanced by a well manicured rear garden and laid lawn with a variety of shrubs standing proudly on a raised bed. This fine property also boasts a “B3” energy rating. Features include: Dual

one looking for a site with some land. Pat is urging people who are thinking of buying or selling to call in and talk to him, let him advise you, his advice is free. For further please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom. net.

Residential farm at Hughes & Co Hughes and Company have for sale, new to the market, at Glenballythomas, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon a 66 acre residential farm. Most of the lands are of top quality with the benefit of a range of out offices including a 5 bay slatted shed, silage base, hay shed and various other stores. The property has excellent road frontage and is located only a short distance off the main Frenchpark to Tulsk road in a renowned farming area. The lands can be sold in one or more lots to suit. Viewing is highly recommended. For further please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net.

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION LANDS AT

CLOONEIGH, ELPHIN, CO. ROSCOMMON C. 24.7 acres of Prime Fattening Lands

Attractive bungalow residence at Earley’s John Earley FIPAV of Property Partners Earley Roscommon is this week offering new to the maket a most attractive bungalow residence finished to the highest standard and beautifully maintained by its present owners. The residence stands on a substantial and mature site area in this select residential area close to Roscommon town and offers spacious living accommodation throughout. Set to the rear of the residence is a large detached garage of 325 sq. ft., which has been plumbed for a bathroom and has a large roller door servicing. Living accommodation comprises briefly of: reception/hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, living room, bed-

rooms (4 in all with master ensuite), and bathroom. Rarely does such a quality property come to the market in this location and we

now invite viewing and offers to sell. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact Property Partners

Earley Roscommon on 090 6626579 or email jearley@propertypartners. ie. 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.

In The Central Bar, Elphin, Co. Roscommon Friday 2nd September at 3.00pm Maps and further information available on request LEGALS: JOAN H DEVINE & CO, SOLICITORS, BRIDGE ST, STROKESTOWN, CO ROSCOMMON PHONE: 071-9634608

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Four-bed bungalow at Ballyforan Oates Auctioneers have for sale at Jamestown, Ballyforan, Co. Roscommon, a quality four bedroomed bungalow, situated in a quiet countryside area. Located just one mile from Four Roads village and twelve miles each from the towns of Athlone, Roscommon and Ballinasloe. Situated on a landscaped three quarter acre site, this fine property is finished to a high standard by its present owners. Accommodation comprises of: 4 large bedrooms, (master ensuite), sitting room, kitchen, dining room with solid fuel stove, utility and family bathroom.

Outside Tarmac driveway and landscaped grounds with a wide variety of shrubs and trees. Price region: €175,000.

To arrange a viewing or for more details, contact Oates Auctioneers on 090 6627878 or email info@ oates.ie.

Spacious four-bed close to Four Roads Located adjacent to Four Roads village is this exceptional property completed to builders finish. This house is deceivingly large internally with the attic affording extra space with windows installed. The property is ideal for any purchaser who wishes to buy a family home and decorate to their own taste. The residence has been built to a very high standard with a very good energy rating of B2. Accommodation in-

cludes: reception hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, conservatory/sun room, four bedrooms (master ensuite) and main bathroom.

The location of this property is excellent being under ten minutes drive of Roscommon town and all its amenities. Contact the office to or-

ganise a viewing today on 090 66 63700 or visit our website www.connaughtonautioneers.ie to view all properties on our books.

Beautifully ﬁnished residence at Kilteevan FOR SALE

EXCELLENT RESIDENTIAL FARM ON “C. 32 ACRES”

FEARBREAGUES, KNOCKCROGHERY, CO ROSCOMMON

Quality residential holding comprising c. 32 acres of excellent agricultural lands together with a well maintained 3 bedroom bungalow residence, traditional out offices, hay shed and cattle handling facilities. This holding is located on an elevated site with excellent views over Lough Ree, and is situated four miles from Knockcroghery Village and five miles from Roscommon Town. Note: The residence and lands can be sold independently should market interest dictate PRICE REGION: P.O.A. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

FOR SALE

QUALITY 4 BEDROOM BUNGALOW

CLOONBRACKNA AVENUE, ROSCOMMON TOWN CO ROSCOMMON

Quality 4 Bedroom Bungalow, located in a much sought after residential area and situated within walking distance of Roscommon Town Centre and all its amenities. Excellent layout with large private garden to rear. Accommodation Briefly: Entrance Hallway, 4 Bedrooms, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Dining Room and 2 Bathrooms. PRICE REGION: €175,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

FOR SALE

4 BEDROOM RESIDENCE

98 ABBEYVILLE, ROSCOMMON TOWN CO. ROSCOMMON

Quality 4 bedroom residence being sold fully furnished. This residence is presented in excellent condition and is fitted out to a very high standard, with fitted wardrobes in all 4 bedrooms. This residence comprises of an entrance hallway, sitting room, kitchen, dining room, utility, 4 large bedrooms, master Ensuite and family bathroom. Outside modern gardens with laurel hedging and fuel shed together with cobble driveway to front. Viewings invited. PRICE REGION: €150,000 TO SELL

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

Recently arrived to the market, Connaughton Auctioneers are delighted to present this four bedroomed residence in excellent condition standing on 0.65 acres at Killeenboy, Kilteevan. This property is located a mere 2 miles drive from Roscommon town and all its amenities. Garage to the rear (C. 18’7” x 12’) with outdoor tap. There is a sand arena to the rear of the property which was previously used for horses and foundations complete with piped electric supply for outbuildings approx. 70’ x 30’ in size. The accommodation includes, ground floor: porch to the front, reception hallway, sitting room, living room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, downstairs wc and bedroom with ensuite bathroom. First floor: Three bedrooms (master ensuite) and hotpress. Traditional stone wall to the front with cast iron gates at the entrance; driveway kerbed and tarmacadamed, which extends to the rear; laid lawns with a range of flower and shrubbery beds. Due to size and location, this property comes highly recommended for viewing. For further details and viewing contact the office on 090 6663700. Visit our website www. connaughtonauctioneers. ie to view all properties on our books.

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SITES FOR SALE

LAND FOR SALE

ARDSALLAGHMORE, ATHLONE ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN

TOBERAVADDY, ATHLEAGUE, CO. ROSCOMMON

Price Region: €120,000 the lot or €40,000 each

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• 3 No prime sites with Full Planning Permission for two storey residences • Each site with an area of c. 0.2 acres • Located across from Roscommon Hospital • Can be sold individually • Planning until June 2019 • Enquiries invited for immediate sale For copy planning permission, maps & plans contact the office on 090 66 63700

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Prime parcel of lands located approx 1 mile from Athleague Village Fronting on to the River Suck Good quality agricultural land with part elevated These lands hold huge potential due to size and location Contact the office for maps and further details/viewing

Contact Sole Selling Agents Connaughton Auctioneers on 090-6663700 for further details.

WANTED - Cottages in need of renovation in all areas for awaiting clients No Sale No Fee Go with your leading estate agent for property sales in Roscommon/Galway Athleague, Co. Roscommon Office: 090 66 63700 Mobile: 086 8985013 www.connaughtonauctioneers.ie info@ivanconnaughton.com

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PropertyPeople – SALES BY – PAT HUGHES & CO. LTD. AUCTIONEER & VALUER ABBEY ST., ROSCOMMON. TEL: 090 66 27003 FAX: 090 66 26296 EMAIL: phughes2@eircom.net

*****URGENTLY REQUIRED ***** All types of property are urgently required in and around the Roscommon area. Due to a lot of recent sales Hughes & Company require properties for disappointed under bidders. If you are thinking of buying or selling contact Pat, let him advise you, his advice is free. Please contact the office on 09066 27003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net ------------------------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET - FOR SALE LOCATED CONVENIENT TO KILTEEVAN Circa ½ acre site with the benefit of full planning permission for a bungalow. The Site is located a short distance off the main Lanesboro to Roscommon Road. Offers in excess of €30,000 are being considered. ------------------------------------------------------------------------

MEADOWS TO LET • Circa 30 acres convenient to Tulsk Village Can be let at €7 per bale. • Circa 60 acres of top quality meadow at Racecourse Road, Roscommon

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Disparity in farm incomes must be addressed – Fitzmaurice < DAN DOONER

Independent TD for Roscommon-Galway, Michael Fitzmaurice, has called on the Government and in particular, Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed to address farm incomes in the West of Ireland. Deputy Fitzmaurice was reacting to a Revenue report earlier this week, which showed that farm incomes in Connacht in 2014 were 70% lower than farm earnings in Leinster and east Munster in the same period. Deputy Fitzmaurice said: “It comes as no surprise to read that farm incomes in the West of Ireland are up to 70% lower than those in the rest of the country. We are dealing with family

Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice.

farms here in the West and the emphasis over the last number of years from successive Governments and from farm organisations has titled the balance, especially in CAP, towards the larger farming operation. “The new Minister must now address this situation and ensure that the CAP payments system is tilted back in favour of the area from Donegal down to Clare. We must realise that 85% of all suckler cattle in the country is based in the west and northwest. If this trend in farm incomes that we are reading about this week continues, young people in the West of Ireland will not want to become involved in farming. If family farms are viable then the local shop and the local school

and the local community will all survive.” The Independent TD went on to highlight the need to support agriculture in order to encourage growth in rural Ireland. He added: “It is my belief that agriculture must be one of the main pillars that we have to address in the revival of rural Ireland. If the Government does not take this matter seriously then we are looking at the further demise of rural areas. The age profile of farmers, incomes, and the mountain of rules and regulations being imposed on farmers must be addressed. Now is the time for the people in the west and their politicians in particular to stand up on this issue.”

37 acre farm on the books at Hughes & Co Hughes & Company are offering for sale this week at Ballinagard Road, Roscommon a 37 acre residential farm. Accommodation consists of a two bedroomed bungalow which can be sold on 10 acres or on a smaller plot if required. It also includes a 5 acre field located at the Ballinagard Road, 12 ½ acres at Ballymartin More and 10 acres at Bolinree. The lands can be sold in various lots to suit perspective purchasers. For further please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net.

53 acres at Morganstown, Athleague At Morganstown, Athleague, Co. Roscommon Hughes & Company have for sale an attractive farm consisting of approximately 53 acres. It has the benefit of a number of out offices, an all weather arena and horse stables. For further please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net.

New to the market at The Walk New to the market this week at The Walk, Roscommon, Hughes & Company have an impressive 4 bedroomed bungalow on a corner site. The residence is finished to a high standard and located in a prominent located. Offers in excess of €200,000 are being considered. For further please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail phughes2@eircom.net.

This photograph is of an FCA group pictured in Roscommon in August 1959. Included in photograph are Tom Flanagan (Ballybride), Tom Joe Cooney (Oran), John Joe Rainey, Michael Keane (Cruby Hill), Joe Duggan (Ballymurray), Gerry Flanagan (Ballybride), Liam Kirrane (Creggs), John Hamill (Convent Road), Michael Cuddy (Creggs) and Jackie Mugan (Ballybride). If you can identify any of the other people in the photograph, Gerry Flanagan would be delighted to hear from you on 086-8777470. Photograph courtesy of Gerry Flanagan.

Towns and villages need annual cash injection – Murphy Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon-Galway Eugene Murphy has hit out at critics of the Town and Village Renewal Scheme as he believes the €10 million allocation will go some way towards injecting a well-needed boost to local towns and villages throughout the country. “The fund will see over 200 villages and towns benefit and the grant of €380,000 for County Roscommon will give a boost to many small towns and villages which have struggled with economic decline in recent times. It would be very easy for

Opposition TDs to criticise the scheme and be negative about the amount of money allocated but I think it will bring a welcome boost for rural areas. I will however be calling for clarification as to whether this scheme will be renewed each year as an annual allocation could help communities continue to build and enhance on works,” said Deputy Murphy. “Many rural towns and villages have been by-passed over the past number of years and many small businesses which are vital to the economic lifeblood of an

area are struggling to survive. “Along with this Town and Village Renewal Scheme funding we need to ensure that the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Mary Mitchell O’Connor keeps true to her promise that she will focus on job creation in rural counties. It is vital that small businesses and enterprise are the top of the list when it comes to funding and support to ensure that our towns and villages not only survive but thrive,” said Deputy Murphy.

Deputy Eugene Murphy.

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Roscommon Industrial & Agricultural Show

SATURDAY 20th AUGUST 2016 HANNON’S GROUNDS, Athlone Road, Roscommon

IT’S SHOW TIME! Pictured at the 2015 Roscommon Agricultural Show were Ava and Laura Glynn and Ted. Picture: Andrew Fox.

ROSCOMMON ROSCOMMON SHOW Industrial & Agricultural

D N A ER GG BI IS SHOW BETTER THAN EVER! The 46th Annual Show HANNON’S GROUNDS, ATHLONE ROAD, ROSCOMMON

SATURDAY, 20TH AUGUST 2016 Prize Fund: €30,000

NEW FEATURES IN 2016

All-Ireland Yearling Filly Championship (Sponsored by Hannon’s Hotel) Performance Showjumping Foal Class Prize Fund: €750 Horse Sport Ireland/Jarlath F. Cummins Memorial Salver Performance Event Foal Class Prize Fund: €750 All-Ireland Lunging Competition

Pictured at the launch of the Roscommon Agricultural Show were Maura Quigley, Mike Gately (junior), Adrian Murray, Enda Ward, Joe Kelly and Mike Gately. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Roscommon Industrial & Agricultural Show

SATURDAY 20th AUGUST 2016 HANNON’S GROUNDS, Athlone Road, Roscommon

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Pictured at the launch of the Roscommon Agricultural Show were Eamon Duke, Ursula Hannon, Damien Hannon, Hannon’s Hotel (sponsor), Claudia Gormley, Christy Tully and Patrick Hester. Picture: Andrew Fox

All you need to know about Saturday’s show < SEAMUS DUKE

“Bigger and better than ever and still a vital part of the community!” That was the message to the huge crowd who attended the launch last Thursday night of the 46th annual Roscommon Show, which will take place on the grounds of Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday next, August 20th. The launch, which was also held at Hannon’s Hotel, was attended by show committee members, local community groups, representatives from Strokestown and Elphin Shows, and local politicians, who included Michael Fitzmaurice TD, Senator Maura Hopkins and others. Addressing the attendance, the new chairman of the show committee, James Gleeson, said that the Roscommon Show represented all the best that Irish farming had to offer along with the best in garden produce, cookery, arts and crafts, flowers, cattle, horses, sheep dogs and a wide variety of other pursuits. “We have great entertainment for all the family and we have free entry to all children and free entertainment for them too including bouncing castles, slides, horse and carriage rides and other novelties,” he said, before adding “we have a very high standard in all sections including our AllIreland qualifiers.” James Gleeson also remembered with sadness the passing of one of the show committee’s most loyal members, Willie Stroker recently. “We remember our great former show committee member Willie Stroker here tonight. He never missed a meeting, and was a cattle steward at the show every year. At this launch I want to extend our sympathy to his family,” he said. Mr. Gleeson was loud in his praise for the show’s generous sponsors. “Without the generosity of our sponsors we would have no show. There is a prize fund this year of €30,000 and we have overheads and expenses as well, so our sponsors are vital. Our main sponsor is John O’Rourke, All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, and our other main sponsors are the Hannon family and Horse Sport Ireland. There are many other smaller sponsors to whom we owe a deep debt of gratitude. “I would like to thank the Hannon family for the use of their grounds and hotel throughout the year. I want to also thank our committee members for all their hard work during the year including Ursula Hannon, secretary; Ann-Marie Ward, assistant secretary; Tracey Hanlon, treasurer, and Christy Tully PRO,” he said. James Gleeson also expressed his gratitude to the Department of Agriculture, the Gardaí, the Irish Shows Association and everyone else who help out the committee. “We are always on the lookout for new members and thankfully we have new people on board this year and I hope to see you all on the day and hopefully the weather will be good too,” he concluded. The highlights of this year’s show will include The All-Ireland Final of the Irish Draught Yearling Filly and the All-Ireland Lunging Competition. There are many other valuable classes for horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, goats, dogs, poultry, pets, farm and garden produce, art and crafts and photography. There are driving events, a dog show, sheep racing, best dressed lady, glamorous granny, best dressed gent, bonny baby, kids fancy dress and local trade stands as well. The show grounds will open on the day at 8 am. All exhibits must be in the grounds for 9 am and the judging will commence at 10 am.

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Who will be crowned king of the sheep? Pat Naughton outlined the Sheep Section in which there are over 30 classes. The main sponsors are Kepak and the highlights will include Best Texel Sheep of the Show for the Roscommon Credit Union Cup, Best Charollais Sheep of the Show for the Timothy Morris Trophy, The Best Suffolk Sheep of the Show for the

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Wednesday night week ago for the first time since the start of the Rio Olympics, I actually watched something from the games when I stayed up to see Moate boxer, Joe Ward, as he made an unsuccessful effort to get on the road to a prized gold medal. Sadly in a most disappointing encounter with Ecuadorian boxer, Carlos Mina, who was a very awkward customer, despite giving all he had, the Irishman just failed to get the verdict and lost out on a split decision to the more flamboyant South American fighter. Ward understandably was very upset at losing the fight, putting paid for at least another four years to his Olympic dream and after working so hard for the last four years to get there it makes it all the more remarkable that another Irish boxing hopeful, Michael O’Reilly, who failed a drugs test just before flying out to Rio, would accidentally or not take any substance that might cause him to miss out on his chance of Olympic glory. ast

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was every bit as competitive as the real thing and any of the events was hard won. Some Mauritian athlete was the star of the particular games that we were inspired by probably the ‘64 ones and I adopted his identity for the entire summer. Looking back now it seems that things were a lot simpler and the Olympics movement was as yet untainted with the many scandals that have sullied it’s reputation in the intervening years. The almost universal use of drugs, by not only Russian athletes but also those from many other nations, means that we are inclined to view every outstanding performance in whatever event with suspicion and I think the whole package has been very badly effected and yet despite all the doubts it was amazing to see the American swimmer, Michael Phelps, at the age of 31, win his 23rd gold medal of an incredible career becoming the most decorated Olympian of all time. By the time you read this a lot more of these

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riting this on Monday morning I can tell you that I got up in the middle of last night, for a change not to go to the loo but to watch a man who must have special powers, Usain Bolt, make Olympic history by winning the 100 metres final in three consecutive games; Beijing 2008, London 2012 and now Rio 2016. It was a strange final with the crowd booing runner-up American Justin Gatlin, who has twice been banned for drug abuse on his introduction and when the US runner led half-way through for a fleeting moment it looked as if a sporting disaster might be looming. Bolt, however, hit the turbo over the last half of the race, and from then on there was only one winner. However it’s not only his talent that makes the Jamaican so special, it’s more his unique personality that endears him to millions of fans (me included), and the selfie he took, with the three lady heptathlon medal winners, in the middle of his victory lap of honour, was so typical of the man, and, as I headed

back to my bed sometime after 3 am I felt privileged to have seen such a remarkable, historic moment. I hope he keeps to his retirement plans in the next year or so as it would be sad to see him try to keep going until the next games in Japan - his legacy is already written in stone, and I don’t think he should risk a defeat that might, in any way, tarnish his outrageously successful career. Before I leave the Olympics, there is nothing I can say about our silver medal winners, the O’Donovan brothers from Skibbereen, that hasn’t already been said, but they are our Usain Bolt, except we have two of them. They are funny, natural fellows, who love what they do, enjoy life, say whatever comes into their heads without worrying how it comes out and they have brightened up this miserable summer for all of us with their exploits. I would think there will be the mother of all parties in the west Cork town when they finally make it home - well done lads, congrats, and here’s to Japanese gold in four years time.

Ireland suffered the first doping blight of the Rio Games when 75kg boxer Michael O’Reilly was suspended by his own federation for testing positive for a banned substance.

games will have taken place and all I can hope is that whoever wins anything will do so fairly and squarely, without the aid of any performance enhancing drugs. As for the Milford Olympics, I was (as far as I can remember) the undisputed overall champion and my victory was untainted by the use of any forbidden substances except maybe Tommy Healy’s Black

Jack sweets, which were strong enough to cause a fair amount of internal combustion, which was very useful in both the long and high jump events. I hope neither Jack the Higher or the Rasher read this, as I don’t want to be stripped of my titles after all this time. I can always say I only took them by accident and was unaware of their special powers!

Kilbegnet Mass restores faith Yesterday evening, following Galway’s heartbreaking defeat to Tipperary in the senior hurling semi-final, I found myself at the Parish open air mass in Kilbegnet graveyard, and in trying times for the Catholic religion, it was both amazing and heartwarming to see the hundreds of people who turned up. I saw many people who had travelled long distances to pray at the graves of their loved ones, and, among the crowd were several people, who have long since left our parish, to live in different areas all over the country and who we only see on these type of rare occasions. Thankfully, the rain kept away, although I can’t say the same about the midges; all round me I could see people scratching and trying to beat away the little mites but, midges or not, as I went home I felt a little bit uplifted by my hour or so in Kilbegnet graveyard.

Fundraising dance in Dowd’s! Finally, for this week, the year has fairly flown by, and believe it or not, it’s almost time for our annual fundraising dance in aid of Cancer Care West and the Lourdes Invalid fund. This year, once again, we are in Dowd’s of Glinsk on Saturday night the 1st of October with music by the wonderful ‘Lancers’ and we will, on this the 10th year of the dance, be relying on you all for your unfailing support. We hope to have our tickets available very soon, so, the bad news for ye all is that in the very near future, some of us will be knocking at ill next week, your door and we look ‘T Bye for now forward to seeing you.

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€75,000 in BT funding for schools BT Ireland has confirmed financial grants of more than €75,000 to secondary school students across Ireland that participated in this year’s BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE), one of the world’s largest school STEM showcases. The company also reaffirmed its commitment to providing travel and accommodation grants for schools taking part in the 2017 exhibition, which closes for entries on September 28th. The grant scheme is designed to provide financial assistance to the growing number of schools travelling to Dublin each year to participate in the BTYSTE, ensuring that young people with a passion for science and technology have an equal opportunity to get involved, regardless of their geographical location. The annual BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition will take place in the RDS, Dublin from January 11th-14th of next year and the closing date for entries is September 28th.

Castlemine Farm Shop in top 100 in Ireland! C

astlemine Farm were delighted to receive word recently that from a total of over 30,000 nominations it has been included on the shortlist of The Irish Times 100 Best Shops in Ireland, in the Best Food and Drink category. Now in its fifth year, the competition aims to champion the shops that customers love, whether it be for the standard of service, the range of products or the fact that local produce is promoted. Through their nominations the customers have had their say and Castlemine Farm are proud to have been chosen. Speaking about the nomination, Derek Allen, proprietor of Castlemine Farm, said: “We are honoured to receive recognition for what we do, and we especially appreciate it when the recognition comes from our custom-

ers. Farming is what we are about and our Roscommon shop and market stalls in Moycullen and Galway allow us to bring our quality products direct to the customer. We know we would not be where we are today without our loyal customers and it’s a great feeling to have received so many nominations.” For further information on how Castlemine Farm can be service to you, email: shop@castleminefarm.ie, tel: 09066 29886 or log onto www.castleminefarm.ie. Castlemine Farm Shop is located on, Circular Rd, Roscommon town.

Derek Allen pictured at Castlemine Farm Shop. Picture: Andrew Fox

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nounced by celebrity TV doctor, Pixie McKenna, at a glittering awards ceremony in Dublin’s Shelbourne Hotel on Thursday, 15th September. This is the first year of the GPBuddy Awards which were set up to recognise the achievements and collaborative efforts of GPs and healthcare professionals in community healthcare in Ireland. Amongst other awards to be announced will be ‘Rural GP Practice of the Year’ and ‘GP of the Year’. As the first and only Awards of its kind in Ireland, the GPBuddy Awards will recognise the achievements of healthcare providers in urban and rural locations who work in collaboration to deliver primary healthcare in Ireland. Patients can nominate their GP or practice team by entering them in the Patients’ Choice Award at www.GPbuddyawards.ie.

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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. < 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: Barley straw, oaten straw and hay. Lecarrow area. Tel: 086 1945562. < FOR SALE: Round bales of rye grass hay, baled this week. Glenamaddy area. Tel: 086 3245326.

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086 3482387 moleskin architecture@gmail.com facebook.com/moleskinarch ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Niall Dunne intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to form new vehicular entrance to existing dwelling and associatd site works at Lisnamult, Roscommon Co. Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural & Design Services Ltd Architects, Fallon Avenue, Roscommon. Phone 090 6626974 Mob: 086 8115449 The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within a 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.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Michael Glynn intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to erect 4 bay single slatted cattle shed associated site development works and services at Emlaghyroyin, Donamon, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural & Design Services Ltd Architects, Fallon Avenue, Roscommon. Phone 090 6626974 Mob: 086 8115449 The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within a 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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GALWAY COUNTY COUNCIL I, Enda Grenham intend to apply to Galway County Council for planning permission for the construction of a domestic garage/fuel store and associated works at Attirory, Creagh, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon. Signed: S.B.A.S., Stephen Blake Architectural Services Trihill, Ballinmore Bridge, Ballinamore, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. Tel: 087 6358949

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Jason Murtagh and Nicola Conneely, intend to apply for Permission for the construction of a dwelling house, domestic garage, the installation of a sewerage treatment unit and percolation area along with connections to services and all other associated site works at: Erra Townland, Clondra, Co Roscommon. Signed: Jason Murtagh & Nicola Conneely.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Brendan & Yvonne Carberry for planning permission to construct new dwelling house and domestic garage with proprietary treatment system and percolation area and carryout all ancillary site works at Ballagh Td., Kilroosky, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie.

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www.morrislohan.ie ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for Planning Permission to erect an agricultural shed together with ancillary site works at Culliagharny, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Michael Brooks. The Planning Application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the Application and such submission or observation will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the 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 Chris Richardson, to demolish the ruins of outbuildings, to erect a dwellinghouse and garage/ garden store/fuel store, and to construct a septic tank system at Gortanure Townland, Ballaghaderreen. 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.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL NOTICE OF FURTHER INFORMATION We, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers have submitted Significant further information with revised plans to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Kenneth Hegarty for planning permission to renovate and construct extension to existing fire damaged house at Lanesboro Street, Roscommon Town, Co. Roscommon planning reference number Pd/16/185. The further information with revised plans is available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the authority during its public opening hours. There will be no fee payable on a further submission / observation if it is accompanied by a copy of the acknowledgement of a previous submission / observation.

Signed: James Lohan, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers Ltd, Castle Street, Roscommon.

The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within a 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.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Sarah Higgins for planning permission to construct new dwelling house and domestic garage with proprietary treatment system and percolation area and carryout all ancillary site works at Tully, Bellanagare, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within a 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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• Tarot & Angel Card Reading • Honest & Confidential • Spiritual Guidance • Need Direction? Phone for an appointment (090) 66 23898 or (085) 7857191

Athleague

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.

Telephone: 086 8253963

SAFE PASS Roscommon Friday 9th September Longford Thursday 18th August & Saturday 10th September

JIM McMAHON 087 2404818

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

REFLEXOLOGY

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

Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon

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Acceptance of an advertisement or payment therefore is not to be taken as implying guarantee that the advertisement will be published. The right is reserved to refuse to insert any advertisement, without giving any reason; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisement previously published, without compensation for any loss or damage claimed for non-publication. Publication of an advertisement cannot be guaranteed on a specific week or at all, whether or not a particular week has been stipulated by the advertiser, and the company will not be liable for any loss claimed by such omission, whether from all editions or any particular edition or editions of the paper. Right is reserved to alter any advertisement without liability for any compensation for such alteration. Further, the company does not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccuracy in the printing of any advertisement.

SITUATIONS VACANT < PERSON REQUIRED in Taughmaconnell to collect two school going children from this September and look after them in the children’s home, 3 afternoons a week (Mon, Tues, Wed). Own transport required. If interested please contact 087 2266514.

SITUATIONS WANTD < EXPERIENCED QUALIFIED CHILDMINDER in Roscommon town area available to mind children in her own home. Reliable, flexible lady, Fetac Level 5, First Aid, Garda vetted, Children First & Child Protection Certification. References available. Can drop off or pick up children from school. Phone: 087 7203068.

TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815

< CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE for full time work. 10 years experience. References available. Roscommon town and surrounding areas. Contact: 087 1762088. Texts only.

SITUATIONS VACANT

< EXPERIENCED KIND RELIABLE CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE to mind children in her own home. Ballagh/ Curraghroe area. 8.30am6pm, Monday to Friday. Tel: 086 2502993.

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< KIND RELIABLE LADY REQUIRED to look after two children (one school going and one pre-school), in children’s own home from September. Knockcroghery area. Required 3-4 days per week. Own car necessary. Tel: 086 1755237 or 087 2892414. < CHILDMINDER REQUIRED to mind children in children’s own home. Roscommon town area. 5 days per week. Own car essential and references required. Please reply to Box No: 916, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon. < CHILDMINDER REQUIRED: Three fun loving and dependable children require support from a dependable and fun loving adult for 2 days per week (Thursday and Fridays) preferably in their own home. Lecarrow area. 2 children school going. Please Contact 087 1701825. < CHILDMINDER REQUIRED for 3 children Knockcroghery/Lecarrow area. Must have own car for school and play school drop offs. Must be willing to do light housework. Excellent conditions will be given to suitable candidates. Please reply to Box No: 917, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon. < PART-TIME CHILDMINDER REQUIRED for 2 school-going children, 2.30 - 5.30pm Monday to Friday, in their own home. Just outside Roscommon town. Car essential. Tel: 087 2298324. < HOME TUTOR REQUIRED for 10 hours per week for preschool age boy. Fluent English essential. Contact: 086 0866014.

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

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086 2670670

Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible Call car direct

(086) 2714879

ATHLEAGUE CABS 1-8 Seats Wheelchair Accessible

PADDY PURCELL 087-3186590

HUGH KILDUFF Hackney Service (086) 2479829

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Roscommon

BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

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

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

Contact: Nuala McGowan on 086 0352849. A.U.R.A. Courses ITEC Diploma Courses (Part Time): Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Diet & Nutrition. Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology (Distance Learning). QQI Evening Courses: Level 5: Reflexology, Nutrition, Level 6: Sports Nutrition, Nutrition and Health. Britta Stewart Dolan, 044-9345607 www.auracourses.ie < MATHS GRINDS: One to one tuition. All levels, Roscommon town, also in small groups of 2/3. Tel: 086 6058108.

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

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TELEPHONE: 086 8099 503

TURF, FIREWOOD AND FUEL WANTED: Fallen trees for firewood. Ash, Beech, Birch, Sycamore and Whitethorn. Good price paid. We are safety certified and insured. Phone: 086 2437376. TURF FOR SALE in tonne bags (1 mtr cubed). Delivered to Roscommon Town and surrounding areas. €50.00 delivered. Tel: 086 8534011. < FOR SALE: Good dry black turf. Can be delivered. Tel: 086 2656567. < FOR SALE: Trailer load of top quality turf. Tel: 087 2272668.

TURF, FIREWOOD AND FUEL < FOR SALE: Large lorry loads of turf. Screened and delivered. Tel: 086 7236301.

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

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

Contact Maurice on 086 2538169 Gannon Environmental Services Ltd, Creggs

Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business

LOFT LADDERS Aluminium

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

Contact: 087 6718564

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

Contact Vincent on 083 4130827

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fergal 086 1016899

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

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info@ecowise.ie

CARPENTRY PIO TULLY

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

CHIMNEY PROBLEMS

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

Contact David Martin on (087) 9959417

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

(086) 0708833 GLASS WORKS

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

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

WE REPLACE AND FIT DOUBLE GLAZED UNITS

Telephone: 090 66 33026 www.roscommonwindows.ie

HOME MAINTENANCE

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

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

M: 086 3912396 PH: 090 66 62892

Contact: Gerry Monaghan

Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Galway

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

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TARMACADAM

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Contact

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ISLAND VIEW CANINE CRECHE Est 1998.

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FOR ALL BOOKINGS AND ENQUIRIES CONTACT MICHAEL 087 2738656

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Appointments/Classifieds PARKLAWN TREE SERVICES Have the following vacancies for nationwide positions for: - EXPERIENCED HEDGECUTTER OPERATORS - CHAINSAW OPERATORS (must have minimum CS30/31) - GENERAL OPERATIVES - MACHINE OPERATORS - TRAINEE TREE SURGEONS All applicants must have valid Safepass

APPLICATION BY EMAIL ONLY TO: info@parklawntreeservices.com

ROSCOMMON LEISURE COMPANY Company Number 407950 Roscommon Leisure Centre Limited invite Applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following post:

MANAGER OF ROSCOMMON LEISURE CENTRE Ardnanagh, Roscommon (3 Year Temporary Fixed Term Contract)

RehabCare is the health and social care division of the Rehab Group. Our aim is to enhance the lives of all our clients through the provision of high quality, flexible, person centred services. Services range from resource centres, residential, respite and support accommodation for adults with autism, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health issues. RehabCare Castlerea are currently recruiting a

PROGRAMME SUPERVISOR

Roscommon Leisure Centre Limited is looking to recruit a full time manager for our leisure centre in Roscommon town. We require a person with full pool qualifications, gym qualifications and full Level 2 Swim teacher’s qualification, with experience in leisure centre management. The ideal candidate must be highly motivated with excellent communication skills, a friendly and positive personality and a passion for the fitness industry. APPLICATION FORM AND FULL JOB PARTICULARS ARE AVAILABLE FROM:

Reception, Roscommon Leisure Centre, Ardnanagh, Roscommon at roscommonleisure@gmail.com or phone 090 6628219 Candidates may be shortlisted on the basis of information supplied on application form/curriculum vitae.

30hrs per week – 12 month Fixed Term Contract Ref No: 3321

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00 p.m. on Thursday September 15th 2016

For more information and to apply online please visit www.rehab.ie/careers/ All applications must be received by the 28th of August 2016

Canvassing will disqualify. Roscommon Leisure Centre is an equal opportunities employer.

Please note that interviews will be taking place on the 31st of August 2016

HEALTH STORE SALES ASSISTANT REQUIRED The Ideal candidate will have a passion for retail as well as an interest in Health and wellbeing. Experience/interest in sale of Natural Health products desirable. Please reply with your C.V. to Box No: 918, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon

ROSCOMMON

CAR MECHANIC REQUIRED (Full Time) Gerry Gill Motors are currently seeking candidates for our new full time car and light goods Mechanic. Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm REQUIREMENTS: • Reference from previous employer • Must be fully qualified with papers to show • Clean Driving License • Ability to work in a team environment, good communication skills • Good Timing

If you are interested please email your CV to Gerard at: info@gerrygillmotors.ie For immediate consideration

Applications are invited from suitably qualiﬁed candidates for inclusion on a panel for the post of:

RETAINED FIRE-FIGHTER (PART-TIME) – BOYLE FIRE BRIGADE Applicants must reside and work within a 2 mile radius of Boyle Fire Station. Application forms and particulars may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon, e-mail: humanresources@roscommoncoco.ie telephone 090 6637136 or visit www.roscommoncoco.ie The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00p.m. on Friday, 2nd September 2016 Canvassing will disqualify. Roscommon County Council is an equal opportunities employer.

PART-TIME DELI ASSISTANT/ WAITRESS REQUIRED For busy cafe Candidate must have fluent English, excellent customer service and knowledge of HACCP. Flexibility with shifts expected. Previous experience a benefit.

Acceptance of an advertisement or payment therefore is not to be taken as implying guarantee that the advertisement will be published. The right is reserved to refuse to insert any advertisement, without giving any reason; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisement previously published, without compensation for any loss or damage claimed for nonpublication. Publication of an advertisement cannot be guaranteed on a specific week or at all, whether or not a particular week has been stipulated by the advertiser, and the company will not be liable for any loss claimed by such omission, whether from all editions or any particular edition or editions of the paper. Right is reserved to alter any advertisement without liability for any compensation for such alteration. Further, the company does not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccuracy in the printing of any advertisement.

USEFUL SERVICES < MAN AVAILABLE FOR ROOFING AND ALL TYPES OF WORK: roof lights fitted, re-roofing, facia board and gutter repairs, roofing, flat roofing, timber, slating, tiling, stone work, chimney repairs, Insurance claims handled, attic conversions, lights, general building, etc. All types of farm work, repairs to sheds, cattle crushes, yards, concrete, fencing and painting. Contact: 087 9188170. < FURNITURE REMOVALS DELIVERY SERVICE: Household and office furniture removals. Large and small loads to all areas. Phone for free quotation: 086 2649313. Email: homemoversrc@gmail. com AVAIL< ELECTRICIAN ABLE: Rewires, first and second fix new houses, fuse board upgrade. All farm buildings and sheds, security lighting and garden lights. Tel Tom on 086 0815802. < SAFE ELECTRIC REGISTERED ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE for work. Small jobs a speciality. Call 087 4634888 anytime.

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

FAMILY CIRCLE FAMILY CIRCLE DATE: 14/08/2016 FIRST PRIZE €50: Ray McWilliams, c/o M. Barry SECOND PRIZE €25: Frank Keller, c/o K. Finan THIRD PRIZE €20: Paul Byron, c/o R. Walsh 8 RESIDUAL PRIZES OF €10 EACH: First Line, c/o Donnellans; Padraig Muldoon, c/o K Hoare; James Conway, c/o K Hoare; Mary Reynolds, c/o P. Kelly; Dympna, c/o Mary Hicks; John Corcoran, c/o John F Kerrigan; Maura Cronnolly, c/o K. Hoare; Siobhan Nester, c/o Donnellans. 5 PROMOTORS PRIZES OF €5 EACH: Kathleen Finan; Kathleen Finan; Breda Healy; Mary Hicks; Kathleen Collins. TOTAL RECEIPTS: €294 TOTAL PRIZES: €200

Please reply to Box No: 919, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.

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THANKSGIVINGS THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it) Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. F.S. NOVENA TO ST. CLARE Ask St. Clare for three favours, one for business, two impossible and nine Hail Marys for nine days with lighted candle. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish on ninth day. Powerful Novena. Say ‘May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored, glorified now and forever, throughout the whole world. Amen’. Your request will be granted no matter how impossible it may seem. Prayer must be published. T.W. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it) Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. A.M.K. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it) Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. A.M.K. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it) Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. M.M. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. M.M.

Roscommon People Friday 19 August 2016

LegalNotices/Classifieds/FamilyNotices LEGAL NOTICES AN CHUIRT DUICHE THE DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT COURT AREA OF ROSCOMMON DISTRICT NO.: 4. PUBLIC DANCE HALLS ACT, 1935, SECTION 2 AS AMENDED NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PUBLIC DANCING LICENCE Paul Carthy - Applicant TAKE NOTICE that Paul Carthy of Lissagallon, Cloverhill, Roscommon, in the County of Roscommon, intends to apply to the District Court sitting at the Courthouse, Abbey Street, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon, on the 20th day of September, 2016, at 10.30 a.m. or as soon as possible thereafter, for the Grant of a Licence to use a particular place to wit:- “Carthy’s Porterhouse”, Castle Street, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon, situate in the Townland of Ballypheasan, Barony of Ballintober South and County of Roscommon, in the Court Area and District aforesaid for Public Dancing, such premises being licensed for the sale of intoxicating liquor. Dated this 12th day of August 2016 SIGNED: Messrs. Conleth Harlow & Co., Solicitors for the Applicant, Saint Alban Place, The Square, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon. TO: The Superintendent, An Garda Siochana, Abbey Street, Roscommon. AND: The Fire Authority, Roscommon County Council, Circular Road, Roscommon. AND: The District Court Clerk, Courts Services, Government Buildings, Golf Links Road, Roscommon.

AN CHUIRT DUICHE THE DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT COURT AREA OF ROSCOMMON DISTRICT NO.: 4. THE PUBLIC HEALTH ACTS (AMENDMENT) ACT, 1890, SECTION 51 THE COURTS (SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS) ACT, 1961, AS AMENDED. Pat Kelly - Applicant TAKE NOTICE that Pat Kelly whose place of abode is Lisacarrow, Fuerty in the County of Roscommon, intends to apply at the Annual Licensing District Court sitting at the Courthouse, Abbey Street, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon, on the 20th of September, 2016 at 10.30 a.m. or as soon as possible thereafter, for a Licence to keep and use the premises known as “P. Kellys” situate at Castle Street, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon, in the Court Area and District aforesaid for public singing, music or other public entertainment of like kind. Dated this 12th day of August 2016 SIGNED: Messrs. Conleth Harlow & Co., Solicitors for the Applicant, Saint Alban Place, The Square, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon. TO: The Superintendent, An Garda Siochana, Abbey Street, Roscommon. AND: The Fire Authority, Roscommon County Council, Circular Road, Roscommon. AND: The District Court Clerk, Combined Courts Services, Government Buildings, Golf Links Road, Roscommon.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES AN CHUIRT DUICHE THE DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT COURT AREA OF STROKESTOWN DISTRICT NO.: 4. IN THE MATTER OF: THE LICENSING ACTS 1833 TO 2000 AND IN THE MATTER OF the LICENSING ACT (IRELAND) 1874, AS AMENDED BY SUBSTITUTION IN THE FIRST SCHEDULE TO THE COURTS (NO. 2) ACT 1986 AND IN THE MATTER OF: The LICENSING (IRELAND) ACT 1833, SECTION 6 AND IN THE MATTER OF: The DISTRICT COURT RULES 1997, ORDER 79 AND IN THE MATTER OF: NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER OF ON-LICENCE LAURA CASEY – Applicant: TAKE NOTICE that the above named Applicant of Clooneycarn, Strokestown, in the County of Roscommon, will apply to the Annual Licensing District Court at Strokestown on the 28th day of September 2016 at 10.30a.m. in the forenoon or so soon thereafter as this application may be taken in its order in the Court list for a Certificate by way of transfer entitling the Applicant to receive a Seven Day Publican’s On-Licence in respect of the premises known as “Franks Ballybeg” and situate at Ballybeg, Strokestown in the Court Area and District aforesaid. Dated this 10th day of August 2016 SIGNED: Padraig Kelly, Solicitor for the Applicant, STROKESTOWN, County Roscommon. TO: The Superintendent, An Garda Siochana, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. TO: The Chief Fire Officer, Roscommon County Council The Courthouse, Roscommon. TO: The Courts Service The District Court Clerk, Government Buildings Golf Links Road Roscommon.

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

PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. M.M. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one (mention it) Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour, not mine, Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. M.R.M.

MURRAY Patrick Lisphelim, Knockcroghery (31st Anniversary) In memory of Patrick Murray, who died on August 16th 1985 Fond Memories Dad Through the mists of time It seems so long since we last met, But happy times, I remember yet. Some day I hope to meet you, Some day I know not when, To clasp your hand in a better land, Never to part again.

Always remembered by your loving daughter, Geraldine.

CORCORAN John Paul

DEMPSEY John

Donamon, Co. Roscommon Who died on 23rd August 2004 (12th Anniversary)

Castlecolane, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon and formerly of Farm, Williamstown, Co. Galway (25th Anniversary)

HANLEY Padraic 6 Shannon Heights, Ballyleague, Lanesboro, Co. Roscommon Who died suddenly 17th July 2016 Aged 27 years

Padraic’s father Patsy, mother Kathleen, sister Marie, brother Alan, uncles, aunts, cousins and extended family wish to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone that paid their respects in their recent bereavement. Thank you to everyone that took part in the Guard of Honor, carried the coffin or assisted in the Funeral Mass in any way. To Niall Dooney for his special tribute to Padraic during the Mass. To Jimmy Hussey for his lovely singing tribute. Fr John McManus, Fr Eamon O Connor and Fr Dusmanta Adm for the prayers during the wake and the lovely Funeral Mass and to Kevin Carberry for his musical tribute at the graveside. Our gratitude to Tina and Stephen Dowd for the refreshments provided after the Funeral and to St Faithleachs for the use of the clubhouse. Thank you to our wonderful friends and neighbours who supplied refreshments, organised parking and took care of the many tasks that helped everything go smoothly over the wake and Funeral days. And to those who sent messages, floral tributes, Mass cards, called to the house, telephoned or thought of us in any way we thank you. Many thanks to Pat, Tom and Renee Smyth for their kindness and professionalism at all times. A Mass will be offered for all your intentions. Padraic Month’s Mind Mass is in Church of the Holy Rosary Ballyleague Saturday 20th August at 7pm.

A golden heart stopped beating Hard worker gone to his place of rest God only takes the best.

Always missed by your wife Ann and family. Anniversary Mass in Clooneycolagan Church on Sunday 21st August at 10am. ~~~~~~~~~~

DONLON John Donamon, Co. Roscommon Who died on 7th August 2001 (15th Anniversary)

May he Rest In Peace No matter how life changes No matter what we do A special place within our hearts Is always kept for you.

Loved and remembered by son John, daughter Mary and all extended Dempsey family. Anniversary Mass in St. James Church, Carracastle on Saturday 27th August at 8pm. Possible later Remembrance Mass in Trien, Castlerea.

HEALY Joseph Cooltigue, Fourmilehouse, Roscommon (1st Anniversary) I think of you I often speak your name Your memories are my keepsake Deep in my heart

Missed always by your loving family. Anniversary Mass in Clooneycolagan Church on Sunday 21st August at 10am.

HUNT Peter Ballinderry, Fourmilehouse August 8th Deep are the memories Precious they stay No passing of time Can take them away

Always remembered by your family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 21st August at 11am in Fourmilehouse Church.

In loving memory of Josie, who died on 21st August 2015 Those we hold most dear never truly leave us They live on in the kindness they showed The comfort they shared and the love They brought into our lives.

Lovingly remembered by his wife Nellie and family. Anniversary Mass on Saturday August 20th at 8.15 p.m. in St. Brigid’s Church, Fourmilehouse, Roscommon.

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Boyle’s Mark O’Donoghue times his tackle to perfection as he dispossesses Roscommon Gaels’ Cillian Egan during their SFC match last Sunday. Full report inside… Picture: Andrew Fox

U-21 Hurling ‘B’ Championship preview

Young hurlers looking for ﬁnal push All-Ireland U-21 Hurling ‘B’ Championship Semi-Final: Roscommon v Mayo on Saturday in MacHale Park at 2 pm

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into this weekend’s semi-final as the underdogs as Mayo have been very impressive at this level so far this year. Mayo defeated the highly rated Kildare 0-8 to 0-6 in the quarterfinals. Eight points may seem like a low-scoring return, but beating Kildare at this level is no mean feat. If Mayo reproduce the same high-octane performance this time out, Roscommon will need to be at their very best to match them. Roscommon, meanwhile, were impressive as they beat Armagh on a scoreline of 4-11 to 1-9 in the quarter-final. The second half blitz of the Ulster side last time out - they outscored the Or-

chard County 1-8 to 0-2 - will give them plenty of confidence going into this semi-final. Roscommon have plenty of talented young hurlers including Warren Boyle, Jason Martin, Conor Mulry, James Fitzmaurice, Daniel Glynn and Dylan Keaveney to mention just a few, so they travel to MacHale Park on Saturday without fear. This will be a tough game for Roscommon against a talented and hard-working Mayo side but there is a huge prize on offer for the winners: a place in the final and a chance to lift the Richie McElligott Cup on September 10th, and Roscommon have what it takes to upset the odds. Prediction: Roscommon

Cathal Mahon will be hoping to help the Roscommon U-21 hurlers overcome Mayo in Castlebar this weekend. Picture: Andrew Fox

THE

ROVING ROSSIE

Apologies for arriving at the club championship party slightly later than normal. I took a few weeks off and went on holiday after the debacles in Castlebar and Salthill. Anyway, as luck would have it, I bumped into a Mayo fan in Torremolinos (It really was tropic!). Poor chap was wandering around the beach in his 2005 minor jersey and a pair of sandals (with socks) looking lost, while repeatedly murmuring: “This is our year,” to himself. The oul heatstroke is a mighty thing! I went along to a senior match last Sunday and wasn’t disappointed. The winning team had been deprived of two county panel brothers in the build-up, which made the victory even more impressive. Rumour has it that the two bucks had been passed fit to play but had been grounded after breaking a lamp in the living room in the home house while ‘warming up’. There was some great action across the county in both intermediate and senior championships and the action will only get more intense from here. Prepare for plenty of shemozzles and Frankie Dolan giving it socks! Ya can’t bate it!

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THE GAIN LINE

Creggs U-15s…due to resume training soon.

Youth Rugby Pre-Season Training: Creggs Rugby Youth teams (U-13, U14, U-15, U-16, U-17 and U-18 age groups) resume training on Friday, 26th of August in Creggs at 7 pm. All Connacht League matches will be starting from mid-September. New players are always welcome to continue the exceptional success Creggs Rugby has had at underage over the last number of years. Why not bring a friend along to try it out. No previous rugby experience necessary. Mini Rugby: Creggs Mini Rugby teams (U-8, U-9, U-10 and U-12 age groups) will return to coaching on Saturday, 24th of September at 11 am in Creggs.

Coaching Youth and Mini-Rugby: Anyone interested in coaching rugby and/or helping out with any of our underage teams, would be made very welcome at Creggs Rugby. Even if you have no experience of rugby, coaching courses are available for all levels of experience to help with continued growth and success we have had over the last five years in our youth rugby section of the club. If you are interested or would like more information, please call Dave Purcell on 089-7000547. Senior Rugby pre-season training continues: Preseason training for Creggs Senior Firsts and Seconds squads will continues on Tuesdays and Fridays at 8

pm in Creggs. New players are always made welcome at Creggs, including adult players new to rugby. For more information please contact Liam Callaghan on 0871544506. Big Club Lotto drive for new pitch development continues: This success and growth in playing numbers came with a great difficulty in having enough pitches for games and training. We have purchased some adjoining land to develop additional playing or training facilities. This is a huge development for the club but necessary to cater for the clubs 300 plus mini and youth players, as well as over 75 players that lined out for our adult teams last

season. We ask your support with this major project for the club by joining the Creggs Rugby Lotto. We urge our members, parents, friends to join our Creggs Rugby Lotto at this time. It will be a great help with the essential development of our new playing pitches and other facilities. We ask your support for Creggs Rugby in particular for all the young players that train and play each season. Ask any player or committee member, who will be happy to assist you in joining the Creggs Rugby Club Lotto. Check out wwwCreggsRugby.ie for more details. Your support will be much appreciated.

Cúl Camps a huge success in the county Roscommon GAA are delighted that 2016 has been a record year for the Kellogg’s sponsored GAA Cúl Camps in Roscommon. County Coaching Officer Sean Kilbride said: “This year’s Cúl camps were a huge success with a final attendance of 1,718 children attending the camps. This constitutes an increase over two years of 500 children. We had 1,200 participants in 2014 and today we reached a record total of 1,718 children taking part.” Speaking at the conclusion of the Cúl camps in Roscommon Willie Hegarty, the Roscommon GAA Games Manager thanked his own staff, the Games Promotion Officers in the county, Proinsias Killian, Peter Carney and newly-appointed Padraic Mitchell. “They made a fantastic effort as did our part-time coaches. Another key aspect of the Cúl camps was the opportunities we provided to the

45 3rd level students who were employed as coaches. I was heartened by their attitude and ability to connect with the children under their care. They were fantastic. Finally, I’d like to thank all the venues in the county that hosted the camps”. Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps provide boys and girls – between the ages of 6 and 13 – with an action-packed and fun-filled week of activity during the summer holidays which revolves around maximising enjoyment and sustaining participant involvement in Gaelic Games Activities are game-based – a strong emphasis is placed on skill acquisition – and are organised in an age appropriate manner with a view to: optimising learning, enhancing friendships, improving physical and psychological well-being and promoting school and club links. This year Roscommon achieved all of that!

The Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps, launched earlier in the year with the help of ‘Moone Boy’ star, David Rawle, have enjoyed another successful summer. Pic: Ramsey Card/Sportsfile

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Horses for Courses by Tom Red

The Killarney Racing festival continues til Saturday with a mixed cards this evening and tomorrow both starting at 5.20 pm. On Saturday the festival closes with a NH card including an amateur flat race over 2m 1f off at 1.20 pm. Also there is racing over the sticks scheduled for Kilbeggan on Friday, off at 5.10 pm. There is a flat action at headquarters at 1.40 pm in the Curragh on Saturday, with 2 Group 3 races, and Sunday featuring 2 Group 2 races for 2-Y-O’s only away at 2.15 pm. On Tuesday there is a mixed card in Mayo at Ballinrobe. In the Kilbeggan bumper Mac Cennetig, 3rd in Roscommon to Dan Mcgrue and bred by Roscommon course manager Micheal Finneran, should improve enough to win this for Joseph O’Brien. The danger looks to be Bridge Native who disappointed in Galway after finishing runner up to Glen’s Melody at Ballinrobe. P W Mullins rode Mac Cennetig in Roscommon and Glen’s Melody in Ballinrobe making it very interesting to see if he keeps faith in the mare over his father’s horses. Entered in the opening maiden hurdle and the bumper Mindsmadeup caught the eye in Galway when ridden by Derek O’Connor and could be e/w value if he runs for Paul Gilligan.

General News Fairyhouse’s Irish Grand National is set to become the richest jumps race in Ireland with a huge purse of €500,000 after sponsors Boylesports committed to backing the Fairyhouse race for another three years on Monday. This year’s race was won by Gigginstown Stud’s, Mouse Morris trained and Ger Fox ridden Rogue Angel. Only the Aintree Grand National and The Gold Cup will offer bigger prize money in Britain and Ireland. Willie Mullins is hoping to continue the incredible story of Galway Hurdle winner Clondaw Warrior and he is in line for a crack at the race that stops a nation, the Melbourne Cup. The nine-year-old finished runner up to

Da Big Hoss in the American St Leger last weekend and has earned a crack at Australia’s racing showpiece. Frankie Dettori became the sixth jockey in history to ride 3,000 Flat winners in Britain on Friday aboard Predilection for John Gosden at Newmarket. Doug Smith’s 3.111 winners, 5th in the all time table is now the target. Willie Carson is in 4th on 3,800 winners. Classic winner The Gurkha is recovering from surgery for a displaced colon and will definitely not race again this season. The son of Galileo may not race again according to sources in Aidan O’Brien’s yard and is convalescing in the Fethard Equine Hospital in County Tipperary.

Competition Time This week the winners of our competition for three pairs of tickets for Kilbeggan on Friday evening are Martin Treacy, Dominic Tobin and Joe Rooney. Tickets can be collected in the offices at Abbey Street from 2.00 pm today. Racing returns to Roscommon, on Monday 29st August and we have a second chance for you to win 3 pairs of tickets for the meeting compliments of Secretary Michael Finneran. To win a pair of tickets we want to know who sponsors the Best Dressed Man Competition on the 15th August? Racing at Kilbeggan on Friday 2nd September and again tickets up for grabs, who knows in what county is the Kilbeggan Racecourse located? Answers please on a post card to The Roscommon People, Abbey Street Roscommon or by e-mail to redtom17@gmail. com by 12.00 pm Wednesday 24th August for Roscommon and 31st for Kilbeggan. Don’t forget to include your name, address and a contact phone number.

Lenebane Review Racing at Roscommon on a beautiful evening last Monday got punters off on the right foot with the first four favourites obliging. The well backed favourite Zorion

Rory Cleary shows delight after winning The Sean Cleary Memorial aboard Tap Focus.

scored for Jim Bolger’s yard ridden by his son-in-law Kevin Manning from outsiders Joy For Mary and Quincy Street in the 7f maiden. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane combined to win with the fav. Sweet Sounds in 2nd, the EBF Auction Race, by ¾ l and 3l from Massif Central and Mabrouka. The Murray Ambulance Service Handicap provided the tightest finish of the evening with Great Wide Open getting the better of Have A Nice Day by a short head with Texas Rock 1¼l back in 3rd. The winner, 10/3 fav, was trained by Charles O’Brien and ridden by Declan McDonagh. In the Michael and Teresa Keogh Maiden Aidan O’Brien and son Donnacha continued the punters perfect start with Crocodile Shoes with Karadeniza and Finian’s Bay filling the minor places. Finian’s Bay unfortunately broke down when challenging and was put down after the race. First set-back for the punter came in the fifth with 9/1 shot Chilli Spice getting home for Johnny Murtagh and Niall McCullagh. Runner up was Palmones and Reddot Roman. Disappointing in Galway Dermot Weld’s

Malinka returned to the winner’s enclosure in the Pyramid Bookmakers Handicap. The 4–Y-O won by 1½l from the well backed fav ., 11’s to 4’s, I’ll Be Your Clown and Zorba The Greek. Greanta provided the father and son Tom and Rory Cleary from outside Athlone combined 12 months ago to win the Sean Cleary Memorial Race. This year Greanta could only finish 9th for Tom but Rory maintained the family connection on the Jim Bolger trained Tap Focus winning from The Nutcracker and King Of Aran. The race is named in honour of Tom’s son and Rory’s brother who died tragically after a fall in Galway 13 years ago. Monday was Family Evening at Lenebane and the winner of the most stylish hat went to Roisin Jackman judged by Roscommon’s own award-winning milliner Martha Lynn, the winner pocketed €400.00 in cash. Paul Lester laid claim to the title of best dressed male on the evening and first prize of a men’s outfit sponsored by Donnellan & Son, Roscommon. Mr Ireland (Darren King), a native of Brideswell, judged the best turned-out gent.

Intermediate Round-up

Tulsk six-shooters back in business! tense but the home side held out to win. Scorers - St. Dominic’s: C Fallon and U Kelly (0-5), M McGloin (1-0), K Dockery, E McCormack (0-1) each. Kilmore: P Garvey (0-6), D Connellan (0-4), D Feely (1-0), P Caslin (0-1).

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Group A Tulsk 6-11 Kilbride 1-12 After a few below par performances in recent weeks, Tulsk are back in business after this comprehensive win against Kilbride in Tulsk last Saturday night. Kilbride were always second best and their chances disappeared when their talisman Conor Devaney had to go off with a nasty looking facial injury ten minutes into the second half. Kieran Donoghue began the rout with the first attack when he blasted to the Kilbride net and the tone was set after that. Padraig Scott scored Tulsk’s second goal from the penalty spot in the 18th minute and soon after that Tadgh O’Rourke scored Tulsk’s third goal. Then five minutes before half-time Richie Feeney scored another Tulsk goal and despite battling away, Kilbride found themselves 10 points down at half-time. Five minutes into the new half Richie Feeney scored his second goal and with Conor Devaney off the field through injury, it was one-way traffic. The sides exchanged goals in the final few minutes with Dylan Gavigan on target for Kilbride and Niall Cassidy scoring Tulsk’s sixth goal. Scorers - Tulsk: R Feeney (2-0), P Scott (1-2), J Conlon (0-4), K

Donoghue, T O’Rourke and N Casserly (1-0) each, G Callaghan, D Jones, C Burns, C O’Rourke, D Carlton (0-1) each. Kilbride: D Clabby (0-4), D Gavigan (1-0), C O’Neill and T O’Grady (0-2) each, C Shanagher, F Tully, C Devaney and P O’Beirne (0-1) each.

Group B

Fuerty 0-14 Oran 0-7 Fuerty continued with their good form at Mulhern Park on Saturday night last, and now as a result of this defeat Oran are in a precarious position with qualification for the play-offs uncertain going into the final round. In this game Oran were the better side in the opening half but they shot several bad wides and once Fuerty got going in the second half there was only one team in it. Oran dominated the exchanges in the opening half but by the break the sides were level at 0-4 each. Adrian Cassidy (2) Kieran Whyte and Shane Regan were on target for Oran while Aengus Lyons, Peter Leahy and Niall Kilroy (2) on target for the home side. In the second half, Fuerty took over and with Niall Kilroy outstanding they pulled away and Oran failed to score from play in that second period. Eamon Bannon, Philip Neilan and Peter Kellehan were also excellent for a Fuerty side who are brimming with confidence right now and are

Éire Óg 3-11 St. Michael’s 1-3

St. Dominic’s Conor Fallon gets his shot away and scores despite the best efforts of Kilmore’s Shane Sharkey during their thrilling IFC match last weekend. Picture: Andrew Fox

heading for the IFC semi-finals. Scorers - Fuerty: N Kilroy (0-7), E Bannon (0-2), N Keenan, P Leahy, G Ennis, A Lyons and D Mullan (0-1) each. Oran: A Cassidy (0-4), K Whyte, S Regan and P Kenny (0-1) each.

St. Dominic’s 1-12 Kilmore 1-11 A candidate for the club game of the year so far in the county at Knockcroghery as the home side St. Dominic’s prevailed by a point after a thrilling contest. Dominic’s were the best side early on but Dara Feely’s goal brought Kilmore back into the game and

they kicked on with some fine points. But Dominic’s were never far away and with Conor Fallon as accurate as ever from frees they levelled before the break. Then Michael McGloin scored a fine goal on the restart for Dominic’s. But Paul Garvey replied with two points for Kilmore to bring them back into the game. A straight red card to former county minor star Colm Garvey with 10 minutes to go didn’t help the Kilmore cause but they coped defiantly with the loss. Dominic’s edged three ahead with three minute of normal time to play. But Kilmore hit two late points to leave the final few minutes

Éire Óg were the comfortable winners at Boyle and St Michael’s now face a relegation battle. Éire Óg led by 1-7 to 0-1 at half-time with Lee Keenan getting the goal. Michael’s staged a late rally but further Éire Óg goals from Sean Groarke and Liam Creaton after half-time saw the Loughglynn based outfit out of sight before Ronan Cox scored a consolation goal for St. Michael’s from a free. Scorers - Éire Óg: L Creaton (17), L Keenan (1-1), S Groarke (10), B Nolan (0-2), C Lavin (0-1). St. Michael’s: R Cox (1-0), S Gillespie (0-2), P Simon (0-1).

Shannon Gaels 2-10 St. Barry’s 1-11 Shannon Gaels were the narrow winners of this entertaining clash at Boyle. The Gaels totally dominated the first half and led by 27 to 0-3 at half-time with Shane Leyden and Conor Leyden scor-

ing the goals. But Barry’s were much better on the resumption and Alan Callaghan’s goal and a string of points saw the gap down to just one approaching the final few minute but a late Conor Leyden point sealed it for The Gaels. Scorers - Shannon Gaels: Conor Leyden (1-3), M Bourke (0-4), S Leyden (1-1), C Lynch and S O’Dowd (0-1) each. St. Barry’s: R Mitchell (0-5), A Callaghan (1-0), F McGowan (02), R Rogers, T Murtagh, K Garraghan, and K Cawley (0-1) each.

St. Aidan’s 2-16 Clann na nGael 1-9 St. Aidan’s turned in one of their best displays in a while to overturn Clann at Knockcroghery. The Johnstown men started best and led by 0-6 to 0-3 after 25 minutes but four points without reply saw Aidan’s lead by one at the break. Eoin Fallon’s goal early in the second half set Aidan’s on their way and they didn’t look back after that. Jack Conroy scored a superb second goal for Aidan’s and although Ciaran Lennon scored a goal for Clann it was of consolation value only. Scorers – St. Aidan’s: E Fallon (13), P Neary (0-4) J Conroy (1-1), A Higgins, J Coyne, K Waldron and M Connolly (0-2) each Clann na nGael: C Lennon (1-4), C Connaughton (0-2), N Connaughton, R Killian and M Shine (0-1) each.

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Clann Shine from midﬁeld to beat neighbours Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC Round 4 (Group A) CLANN NA NGAEL

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game of the weekend < SEAMUS DUKE

Following the shock defeat against Castlerea the previous week, champions Clann na nGael are back in business after this well-deserved win against neighbours and fierce rivals St. Brigid’s in what was a cracking championship match played in Johnstown last Sunday. This was an incidentpacked and high intensity game as both sides went at it hammer and tongs from

the throw in, and although Brigid’s missed a penalty at the end of the third quarter, Clann were the better side and they edged home to put themselves back in the mix for the play-off places. The big crowd saw a hugely competitive game. Clann played Donie and Cathal Shine at midfield, and Cathal Shine in particular was very impressive scoring three mighty points from play while Donie worked tirelessly for his side through-

out. Ian Kilbride was once again hugely influential for Brigid’s and Senan Kilbride looked sharp up front, but Clann had the more potent attack and that was crucial in the end. The sides shared four points by the 15th minute with Donie Shine converting two frees and Garvan Dolan and Cathal McHugh (free) on target for Brigid’s. Then Clann hit a purple patch and scored four points without reply in six minutes to open up a handsome lead. Cathal Shine scored two fantastic points from out in the country, while Cathal Callinan and Donie Shine (free) were the other Clann scorers. But the remainder of the half belonged to Brigid’s. Cathal McHugh clipped over a point and Senan Kilbride converted a free. Then as the clock slipped into first half injury-time Niall Grehan was involved,

and he played in Senan Kilbride who hit the crossbar with his first effort but he flicked the rebound home for a well-taken goal. Donie Shine’s converted free a minute later saw the sides go in level at the break: St. Brigid’s 1-4 Clann 0-7. Clann were the better side in the second half and Brigid’s only managed two points (one from play) in that second period. Senan Kilbride (free), and another great point from play from Cathal Shine within five minutes of the restart saw the sides level again. Then points from Ultan Harney and Johnny Dunning (a super team score) saw Clann edge ahead by two by the 42nd minute. In the 44th minute Brigid’s were handed a lifeline when Senan Kilbride was dragged back in the large square but Karol Mannion’s spot-kick was easily saved by Cathal Hannon. Senan

Kilbride narrowed the gap to a point in the 48th minute with a great point from play but that was to be Brigid’s last score. Cathal Callinan restored Clann’s two point lead with a point in the 50th minute. Then in the 52nd minute Matt Scally had a Clann goal disallowed as the ball had earlier gone out wide. As the winning post came into view the tension rose and the exchanges were fiercely contested. There was an incredible sequence of events in the 58th minute when Cathal Hannon was caught in possession 30 metres from the Clann goal. He was robbed by Senan Kilbride who chipped the ball towards the empty net however Donie Shine appeared from nowhere to pull off a spectacular diving save to flick the ball out for a ’45 saving a certain goal. It was a let off for the home side and they capitalised in

the 3rd minute of injurytime when Fergal Lennon scored from 35 metres. It was a great game of championship football and Clann deserved to win it although Brigid’s will have a major say before this championship is over. Clann na nGael: Cathal Hannon; Graham Pettit, Stephen Flynn, Ronan Gavin; Jack Connaughton, David Flynn, Fergal Lennon (0-1); Donie Shine (04, all frees), Cathal Shine (0-3); Cathal Callinan (0-2), Ultan Harney (0-1), Matt Scally; Jamie Fahy, Ruadhri McManus, Johnny Dunning (0-1). Subs: Darragh Pettit for J Connaughton (26, black card), Cian McManus

for R McManus (35), Ross Naughton for Fahy (47), Emmet Kenny for Dunning (62). St. Brigid’s: James Martin; Jamie Gallagher, Niall McIneney, Robbie Kelly; Eoin Sheehy, Niall Grehan, Ian Kilbride; Darragh Donnelly, Garvan Dolan (01); Conor Murray, Cathal McHugh (0-2,1 free), Darren Dolan; Senan Kilbride (1-3, 2 frees), Karol Mannion, Brian Stack. Subs: Ronan Stack for E Sheehy (19, black card), Darragh Sheehy for Kelly (29), Davy Cunniffe for Dolan (48), Jack McDonnell for Grehan (53), Darren Dolan for C Murray (58). Referee: Paddy Neilan

Wides: Clann na nGael 6 St. Brigid’s 8 Yellow Cards: Clann 3 (David Flynn, Graham Pettit, Donie Shine), St Brigid’s 1 (Conor Murray) Black Cards: Clann 1 (Jack Connaughton), St. Brigid’s 1 (Eoin Sheehy) Red Cards: None Man of the Match: Cathal Shine (Clann na nGael)

Late surge secures win for Boyle Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC Round 4 (Group A) BOYLE ROSCOMMON GAELS < SHANE REYNOLDS

A late surge from Boyle, which yielded 1-3, propelled the north Roscommon side to an important victory over Roscommon Gaels in a riproaring contest played in Orchard Park, Elphin last Sunday afternoon. In a game which ebbed and flowed throughout, it was Mick Jordan’s side who showed the greater will to win when the game was in the balance with time running out, turning a threepoint deficit into a two-point winning margin in sensa-

3-11 3-9 tional fashion. Both teams enjoyed periods of dominance in the opening half but it was Boyle who drew first blood when Darren O’Connor fisted home in the 14th minute, at which point they led the tie by 1-2 to 0-3. The Gaels took nine minutes to reply, with Cian Connolly steering home a penalty in the 25th minute. But again the momentum switched to Boyle and three points on the trot from Kieran Cox, Cian McKeon and Jim Suffin handed them a two-point lead at the break

– 1-5 to 1-3. Kieran Kilcline struck for the Gaels second goal in the 39th minute following a neat one-two with Cillian Egan, and they took control of the tie with points from James McDermott (0-2), Kilcline and Connolly to lead 2-7 to 1-7 at the three-quarter mark. But Boyle rose again and substitute Cillian Cox goaled in the 51st minute, leveling matters with five minutes remaining. There would still prove to be further twists in the tail as a Connolly goal put the Gaels back in the driving seat. However, it was Boyle who showed the greater desire late on with Mark O’Connor’s fisted effort accompanied by points from O’Connor, East and McKeon sealing victory,

in what was one of the most enthralling games of the championship thus far. Boyle: R Kearney; G Gilmore, M Hanmore, C Beirne; D East (0-1), S Purcell, T McKenna; K Cox (0-1), R Hanmore; C Flanagan, J Suffin (0-1), M O’Donoghue; C McKeon (0-5), D O’Connor (1-2), D Callaghan (0-1). Subs used: M O’Connor (10), C Cox (1-0), C Goldrick. Roscommon Gaels: J Featherstone; Kevin Kilcline, L McNeela, R Gleeson; P Gleeson, J McManus, K O’Gara; D O’Gara (0-1), B O’Gara; A Duignan, C Egan, Kieran Kilcline (1-1); B Kelly; A Duignan, J McDermott (0-2), C Connolly (2-5). Subs used: O Hannon, R Horan, J Nolan, J O’Gara, J Conteh. Referee: V Hardiman. Kevin O’Gara times his tackle well to take knock possession away from David Callaghan. Picture: Andrew Fox

Cian McKeon gather possession ahead of Liam McNeela. Picture: Andrew Fox

Cian McKeon manages to stay ahead of Liam McNeela as he races toward goal. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Dan’s SPORTING WORLD WITH DAN DOONER

“Close your eyes and pull like a dog!” THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner There have been brief moments when the true spirit of the Olympic Games have shone through in Rio. None more so than when Skibbereen siblings, Gary and Paul O’Donovan, took home Ireland’s first ever medal in rowing last week. They may have had to settle for silver but their interviews have been pure comedy gold! The brothers clearly have no intention of getting carried away by their recent success and their answers to mundane interview questions have been a breath of fresh air. No media training or bland ‘athlete-speak’ in Skibbereen, thanks very much. They even enjoyed the reaction of former Irish rower, Neville Maxwell, calling him a “sissy” for his tearful analysis of their famous medal win.

This is what the Olympic Games should be about; characters who dedicate their lives to their sport and then react like human beings when they win or lose. Speaking of human reaction, former Olympic champion, Katie Taylor, was visibly heartbroken following her split decision defeat in the last 16 against Finland’s Mika Potkonen. Some would question the decision to grant the television cameras access so early in the aftermath of such a defeat, but it was compelling viewing. Katie struggled to compose herself as she looked back on “a very, very tough year. A lot of losses…” This was raw emotion and not some planned, rehearsed reaction or go-to cliché-fest reserved for such occasions. Katie carried herself like the people’s champion she is and doesn’t owe the Irish sporting public anything. Meanwhile, Michael Conlon reacted to his ‘defeat’ in understandable fashion. It

Katie Taylor @KatieTaylor In the midst of a disappointing year, I just want to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for the amazing support. I love you all! (Form is temporary, class is permanent.)

Paddy Barnes @paddyb_ireland So many events at these Olympics being postponed, probably finished in December! (Paddy raises a valid concern!)

Michael Conlan @mickconlan11 Hey Vlad @PutinRD_Eng How much did they charge you bro?? @AIBA_Boxing #Rio2016 (Michael Conlon wasn’t taking daylight robbery lying down!)

The O’Donovan brothers, Gary and Paul, celebrate winning the silver medal in the lightweight double skulls at the Rio Olympics last week.

was a con job and the rest of the world could see it. I had better not quote what he said afterward! Contrasting emotions for contrasting results, but all three were entirely human

and added something to what has become a bland and sometimes impure sporting event. In what has been a difficult summer Olympics for team Ireland so far, the passion

and emotion shown by both the O’Donovan brothers in glory and by Katie Taylor and Michael Conlon in defeat, proves that Ireland’s love affair with sport will continue regardless.

Golf

Talbot pick of the ladies in Carrick! Siobhán Talbot finished first at Carrick-on-Shannon’s recent Lady Captain’s day with Dolores Mulvey second and Anna Smith in third. Phil McWeeney took gross while the best of the beginners was Rosie Dolan.

In Strokestown, Margaret Cox, Thomas Corcoran and Cian Corcoran took last Friday’s 3 Ball Rumble. Gerry King took last Sunday’s gents’ competition and Ogie Moran took the ladies’ prize.

Charlie and Margaret Brennan made an awesome pairing last week and took home the husband and wife competition at Roscommon. The mixed competition was won by JT and Shirley Finn and the ladies’ 18-hole com-

Swimming

Gannon has the golden touch! Six swimmers from Comans Swimming Club qualified to compete in the Irish Age Group and Open Swimming Competition last month; Rebecca Carroll, Jenni Kilduff, Mikey

Moran, Keela Farnon, Jessica Gannon and Ava McFadden. Rebecca swam against very tough competition but knocked 2.53 seconds off her previous personal best

Pictured are Jessica Gannon and Coman’s Swimming Club head coach, Mike Moran, following Jessica’s ‘Woman of the Competition’ performance at the Irish Age Group and Open Swimming Competition at the National Aquatic Centre last month.

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in the 200m Freestyle. Jenni Kilduff achieved some fantastic PB’s in the 200IM, 200m Freestyle, 100m Freestyle and 200m Back Stroke. Mikey Moran, against huge competition, returned with fantastic times and qualified for a final in the 200m Back Stroke event, narrowly missing out on a medal. Keela Farnon swam super races in the 100m Fly, 200m Freestyle, 100m Freestyle, and she knocked a phenomenal 5.79 seconds off her 400m Freestyle time. Ava McFadden, competed in her first Division 1 competition, achieving fantastic PB’s in her 100m Breast Stroke and 200m Breast Stroke events. Last but not least, the ‘Woman of the Competition’ went to Jessica Gannon. Jessica took home 5 gold (200m Freestyle, 400m Freestyle, 1500m Freestyle, 100m Freestyle and 800m Freestyle), two silver (200m Fly and 400IM) and 2 bronze medals (100m Backstroke and 200m Backstroke).

petition was won by Rosemary O’Brien. Last Thursday in Boyle, Owen Garvin was victorious in the 9-hole competition with Seamus Gallagher in second place and Liam Whyte in third. This Saturday the club will host the James Shivnan Memorial Challenge. Up in Castlerea, Sean Naughton won last week’s men’s competition with Padraic Rabitte in second place. Myles Hawkshaw and Fintan McSharry saw off the challenge of Michael

Doyle and Kieran Kenny in the recent Scotch Foursomes and will now compete in the final. Last week’s ladies competition was won by Maura Kelly. Well done to Athlone’s Eoin McGrath who last week represented Ireland at the U-14 Scottish Open Championship in Craigielaw. Eoin finished 28th out of 100! Congratulations to Conor Quilty and Aidan O’Driscoll who won the Roscommon Final of the Holmpatrick cup with 41 points.

Hole in One! Congratulations to Michael O’Brien for his hole in one on the 6th in the Colm Quinn competition last Sunday in Athlone! I presume a brand new BMW was the prize?!

In the sporting diary .... Opening Day at Ballymoe FC Ballymoe FC is holding an Opening Day on Saturday, 27th August to officially open their new all-weather pitch. All players, past and present, will get a chance to play a game on the new pitch. Times are as follows: U-8 and U-10 - 12 pm, U-12 and U-14 - 1 pm, U-18 - 2pm, past players – 3 pm and the official opening will be celebrated at 4 pm by John Delaney, CEO, FAI. Ballymoe FC will then take on Castlerea Celtic at 6 pm in the RDFL Shield. The club are inviting everyone who played with Ballymoe FC in the past to the Opening Day and if anyone is interested in playing on the day, please contact John Kennedy at 087-6816763.

Roscommon Pool League AGM The Roscommon Pool League AGM will take place in An Bothar Rua, Elphin next Wednesday (24th) at 9 pm. All teams to attend and new teams welcome. If you’re interested in entering a team or have any questions call David on 087-4136355 or Darren on 087-9332818.

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Creaton sparkles in Connacht semi Lisacul’s Denis Creaton had a very comfortable win in his 60x30 Junior Singles Connacht semi-final played in St. Coman’s last Saturday. Leitrim’s Leo Logan never really recovered from a bad start and Creaton ran out an easy 21-4, 21-6 winner. Next up for Creaton is a tough assignment against last year’s All-Ireland runner-up Kevin Craddock from Galway. St. Coman’s hosted the first round Open Singles match last Saturday between Ballaghaderreen’s Joe McCann and Dublin’s Carl ‘Boo’ Browne. McCann trains regularly in St. Coman’s and his familiarity with the court was immediately evident as he started impressively. His excellent lob serving and clever passing shots took him to a surprisingly wide 21-8 first game win. Last year’s Senior Doubles champion Browne, however, really upped the intensity in the second and cut out the unforced errors of the first. McCann wilted and it cost him dearly, losing the second 8-21 and tiring visibly in the third before succumbing 6-21.

Darts

Kilroe run continues!

Strokestown Golf Club captain, Vincent Caulfield, presents his prize to ladies’ winner, Helena King, at Strokestown Golf Club recently.

Mick Kilroe made it three wins in a row in the Hollywood Bar Superleague last Friday. Kilroe breezed through his group before dispatching Paul Carton and Mick Egan to make the final against Gary Concannon. Concannon played brilliantly but was narrowly beaten 3-2 by the unstoppable Charlie’s player. Kilroe will be looking to continue his superb form this Friday in the Hollywood Bar. The draw will take place at 8.45 pm with darts at 9 pm. Contact David on 086-0823180 for more details.

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Elphin take wind out of Gaels’ sails Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC Round 4 (Group B) ELPHIN

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Two goals during the fiveminute period after the interval from Fintan and Frankie Cregg capped Elphin’s finest display of the year as they overcame previously undefeated Western Gaels in the 4th round of the SFC last Sunday evening. With the game delicately poised at the break when the Gaels led by a single point - 0-7 to 0-6 – the Cregg brothers struck in devastating fashion to catapult Elphin into a lead which they would never relinquish thereafter, despite a late rally from the Frenchpark outfit. Following a number of disjointed displays from Elphin in earlier rounds, this was a welcome performance characterised by heart and determination, sprinkled with a touch of

class and quality throughout, resurrecting their slim chances of progression to the quarter-finals. The first half was an evenly contested affair with both sides swapping points. Elphin – spearheaded by John Collins and Frankie Cregg – and Western Gaels – with the Cregg brothers to the fore – cancelled each other out, but it was the Gaels who enjoyed a slender onepoint margin at the interval. But the game was turned on its head shortly after half-time when first, Elphin’s talisman Fintan Cregg supplied a composed finish after a mazy run and second, following good work from Aidan Murray, Frankie Cregg pounced for his side’s second goal– and decisive ones they proved at that. Facing a five-point deficit at this stage, the Gaels

GAA Results Friday, August 12th Junior B Football Championship (Section B) Roscommon Gaels 5-16 Boyle 1-4 Fuerty 1-14 St. Faithleach’s 0-9 Saturday, August 13th Hodson Bay Hotel Group Senior Football Championship (Group B) St. Faithleach’s 3-12 St. Croan’s 0-16 Adult Football League Division Two (O’Gara Cup) Tulsk Lord Edwards 6-11 Kilbride 1-12 Mulryan Construction Intermediate Football Championship (Group A) Fuerty 0-14 Oran 0-7 Tulsk Lord Edwards 6-11 Kilbride 1-12 St. Dominic’s 1-12 Kilmore 1-11 Mulryan Construction Intermediate Football Championship (Group B) Shannon Gaels 2-10 St. Barry’s 1-11 St. Aidan’s 2-16 Clann na nGael 1-9 Éire Óg 3-11 St. Michael’s 1-3 Warm & Cosy Homes Junior A Football Championship (Section A) Creggs 3-12 Kilglass Gaels 0-13 Warm & Cosy Homes Junior A Football Championship (Section B) Pádraig Pearses 3-11 Castlerea St. Kevin’s 2-8 Sunday, August 14th Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship (Group A) Pádraig Pearses 1-13 Castlerea St. Kevin’s 0-6 Clann na nGael 0-12 St. Brigid’s 1-6 Boyle 3-11 Roscommon Gaels 3-9 Hodson Bay Hotel Group Senior Football Championship (Group B) Strokestown 3-20 Michael Glavey’s 1-5 Elphin 2-11 Western-Gaels 0-16 Warm & Cosy Homes Junior A Football Championship (Section A) St Ronan’s 1-9 Ballinameen 0-9 St. Brigid’s 2-11 St. Dominic’s 2-6 Warm & Cosy Homes Junior A Football Championship (Section B) Strokestown 2-16 St. Joseph’s 0-13

did eat into Elphin’s lead but every time it looked as though they had reeled the Orchard Park club in, the home side responded positively. However three quick-fire points from Tommy Gill, Finbar Cregg and Ciaran Cafferkey late on set-up a grandstand finish. But Elphin held on for a deserved win, and although it was a bitter pill for the Gaels to swallow, they will know that victory in two weeks’ time will seal their qualification. Meanwhile, Elphin need a sequence of unlikely results to join them, even if they account for St. Croan’s in the last round of the group stages. Elphin: C Lenehan; N Lenehan, J Carney, S Beirne (0-1); L Mollohan, P O’Connor, M McCaffrey (0-1); D Hynes, S Killoran; G Cregg, J Collins (0-5), J Sweeney; Fintan Cregg (1-0), Frankie Cregg (1-4), A Murray. Subs used: E Tiernan, C Fox, M Glancy, C. Sweeney. Western Gaels: P Cummins; S Conry, S McDermott, T Mahon; C Cafferkey (0-2), D McGarry, M Higgins; J Duffy (0-1), N Murray; K Higgins (0-2), N Higgins (0-3), D Ward (0-1); Finbar Cregg (0-3), J McDonnell (0-2), C Cregg. Subs used: D Moran (0-2), B Creighton, A Dowd. Referee: B Healy

Seanie McDermott searches for options as John Sweeney closes in. Picture: Andrew Fox

Ciarán Cafferky evades the challenge of Shane Killoran and continues his run forward. Picture: Andrew Fox

Strokestown hammer relegation contenders Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC Round 4 (Group B) STROKESTOWN MICHAEL GLAVEY’S Strokestown made it two wins in two weeks in the Hodson Bay SFC with a comprehensive win over relegation contenders Michael Glavey’s on Sunday afternoon last in Strokestown. This was a very polished display against a Glavey’s

3-20 1-5 outfit who showed very little resistance throughout. When Kevin Finn blasted home a goal inside 10 seconds of the throw-in, Strokestown meant business. A further three-pointer from Diarmuid McCann in

the 21st minute of the game propelled them into an unassailable lead at the break - 210 to 0-1 - to the home side. Glavey’s – who now face massive relegation woes following a second succesive defeat – did restore some respectability in the second half, but only after Donal Molloy struck for the home side’s third goal in the 40th minute as Strokestown ran riot. With Strokestown taking their foot off the pedal in the

final quarter, Glavey’s registered a couple of scores with Ronan Murphy goaling late on, but it was too little, too late as Strokestown capped their most accomplished display to date, albeit a facile one at that. Strokestown: J McHugh; K Beirne, S Mullooly, D Molloy (1-0); D Neary (0-1), P Brogan, R Molloy; D Rogers; T Corcoran (0-1); M Fallon, K Finn (1-1), Cathal Compton (0-1); E Molloy, Colin Compton (0-6), D

McCann (1-7). Subs used: K Murphy (0-2), L Kelly, I Rogers, N Curley. Michael Glavey’s: D O’Malley; S Markham, S O’Malley, D Freyne; P Morris, J Finan, N Morris; C Hussey, C Fitzmaurice (0-1); S Burke (0-1), G Patterson, S Fagan; A Glennon (0-1), T Murphy, S Comer (0-2). Subs used: J Brennan, L Cregg, L McDermott, T Keane. R Murphy (1-0) for T Murphy. Referee: A Clogher.

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Seamus Duke ON SPORT

Cats to Tipp the balance in ﬁnal Anyone who had doubts or fears about the direction hurling was heading can rest easy after the last two weekends of action. We have seen three of the greatest championship games of the modern era and that’s saying something. What a pity that Waterford couldn’t manage to beat Kilkenny. They gave it one hell of a go but they were just pipped at the post. You have to hand it to Kilkenny all the same. They probably don’t have the strength in depth that they had in recent years but they know how to

win tight games better than any other team in top class hurling. Anyone who thought that Brian Cody had mellowed over the years got a bit of a rude awakening last Saturday night as he charged up and down the line roaring and shouting at his players, at the linesmen, the referee and the opposition mentors and manager as well. His joy at the end of the game was not much different from the way he was acting when he took the Kilkenny job 16 years ago. His enthusiasm is unbelievable and it has to rub off on the players. It

will take a super team to deny him and his players another All-Ireland win. On the other side, Tipperary will provide great opposition but I am not so sure that they will be able to deal with the physicality and intensity that Kilkenny bring to the table. The match between Tipp and Galway was noticeably less physical than the Waterford v Kilkenny game and Tipp will have to be ready for that in the final. Waterford were so desperately unlucky. They played some wonderful hurling but they couldn’t

get over the line. I hope they have another go again next year. As for Galway, they were unlucky to lose Joe Canning at half-time. He is their talisman and he was having a great year. I am convinced that if he had remained on the field that Galway would have won. The traditionalists will love the prospect of a Tipperary v Kilkenny final. I find it hard to get too excited about it to be honest. It’s a pity it’s not Waterford v Galway. However, if the final is up to the standard of the semi-finals, nobody will be complaining.

Kilkenny and Tipperary will contest this year’s All-Ireland hurling final.

Topsy-turvy championships continue

Anyone who was betting on favourites in the Roscommon SFC and IFC over the past few weeks have got their fingers well burnt. There have been some amazing results in both competitions. Last Sunday unbeaten Western Gaels were beaten by Elphin; Boyle, without both of the Smith brothers, beat Roscommon Gaels, and Clann na nGael, who were beaten by Castlerea a week previously, beat fancied St. Brigid’s. It all means that Pearses, Clann and St. Brigid’s look likely to be in the play-offs with the final place between Roscommon Gaels and Boyle and with Castlerea having an outside chance. In Group B Western Gaels and Strokestown are looking good for the two quarterfinal positions. In the IFC, Fuerty are going well and are certain to make the play-offs along with Tulsk. Oran are now in danger of losing out. St. Dominic’s and Kilmore are likely to fill the two quarter-final spots in Group A. The IFC Group B is incredibly tight with every team still in with a chance. The calculators and the Twitter accounts will get full use on Sunday week when all is decided. I was at the Clann v Brigid’s game on Sunday. It may not have been the greatest game in terms of quality but it was very exciting and entertaining too.

Premier League back with a bang The Premier League was back with a bang at the weekend and it will take a while before the table starts to take shape but it was amusing to see that Gary Lineker presented the first Match of the Day of the new season in his underpants after pledging last season that he would do so if Leicester City won the title. How Alan Shearer and Ian Wright kept straight faces was a miracle. He won’t have to worry too much about having to do that again next year as Leicester were poor against relegation favourites Hull. Liverpool were the team who impressed me the most at the weekend scoring four goals against Arsenal at the Emirates to start with a great away win. Man United were also impressive but it’s early days yet. The arrival of Paul Pogba at United for €105 million shows how mad the whole football scene has gone. I was reading at the weekend that the first €500,000 per week footballer is on the way very shortly. It’s just wrong, plain and simple.

CHAMPIONSHIP Crystal Ball… All-Ireland SFC Semi-Final Mayo v Tipperary on Sunday in Croke Park at 3.30 pm

Cian Duignan Nolan, Jude O’Rourke, Evan Gunn, John Finnerty and Sam O’Rourke pictured in Elphin on Sunday last. Picture: Andrew Fox

O’Donovan brothers light up Olympics The Olympics came alive from an Irish point of view with the performances of the O’Donovan brothers in the rowing last Friday. That they were such good characters was a bonus and it is impossible not to like them. But as I read somewhere last weekend, they speak like most of the rest of us from rural areas. As one of the brothers said:

“There is no big deal really, you guys ask the questions and we answer them”. They worked just as hard as any other medal winners and you could tell that they were a little disappointed that they didn’t take gold. I find it hard to get excited about the rest of it and I’d say Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry and all the rest of the golfers who

The O’Donovan brothers in Rio.

decided not to go to Rio were sorry last weekend when they saw Justin Rose and Henrik Stenson battling it out for the gold medal. I presume as this week continues there will be plenty of excitement in the athletics although I find it hard to look at these events without wondering who is clean and who is taking drugs.

After dismantling Galway with the most thrilling display of football of the year, many neutrals would love to see Tipperary get to an All-Ireland final. But they have a mountain to climb here against an improving Mayo side who look favourites to get to another final. You couldn’t but be impressed by the way Tipperary play, and with Conor Sweeney and Michael Quinlivan posing a huge threat in the full-forward line, the Mayo defence could be under pressure. But Mayo are improving all the time and with Aidan O’Shea, Andy Moran, Lee Keegan, Cillian O’Connor and the returning Diarmuid O’Connor in top form there is still one big kick in this Mayo side. If Mayo give Tipperary the respect they deserve they should be able to win by four or five points and set up a final showdown against Kerry or Dublin. Prediction: Mayo

All-Ireland MFC Semi-Final Galway v Donegal at 1.30 pm I have seen Galway three times this year and have been very impressed with them. This could be a really great game and Galway should have the class to win it narrowly. Prediction: Galway

From the Internet 10 incredible facts about Ladies Football 1. Cork have won every All-Ireland title since 2005 except one. 2. Cora Staunton made her inter-county debut at the age of 13. 3. Kerry have won the most senior All-Irelands (11) but none since 1993. 4. The attendance at the 2015 All-Ireland final between Cork and Dublin (31,083) broke a European record for a female sporting event. 5. Ladies Football is one of the fastest growing sports in Europe. 6. Viewership for the ladies’ All-Ireland final (600,000) has tripled in 10 years. 7. Waterford dominated the ladies’ football scene in the 90’s. They won nine All-Ireland senior club titles and five senior All-Ireland inter-county titles. 8. In 1969 a charity match between Clonmel Post Office and a County Council team started the game’s popularity. 9. The first All Ireland ladies senior final was played as recently as 1974. 10. The ladies Gaelic Football Association introduced a Hall of Fame award 10 years before the GAA followed suit. (Courtesy of balls.ie)

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Devastating Diarmuid Pádraig Pearses brushes Croan’s aside one step from Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC Round 4 (Group B) ST. FAITHLEACH’S

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The devastating finishing power of county star Diarmuid Murtagh was the difference between the sides in this low-key affair played in perfect weather conditions at Ballyleague on Saturday night. He scored three goals and three points and went off injured with 12 minutes to go. St. Croan’s battled away and never gave up, but they were left with too much to do after Murtagh’s three goals. Faithleach’s were by far the better side in the opening half and by the 34th minute they led by 2-4 to 0-2. The first Faithleach’s goal came in the 17th minute when Di-

armuid Murtagh unleashed a thunderbolt from 15 metres that three goalkeepers wouldn’t have saved, and when Dave Rooney set the county senior star up for his second goal in the 22nd minute, Faithleach’s stretched out their lead to eight points. Three pointed frees from Kevin Smyth and an excellent score from play from Keith Muldoon gave Croan’s hope before halftime. The score at the break was St. Faithleach’s 2-4 St. Croan’s 0-6. Croan’s were much better on the resumption and points from Mike Holland and Kevin Smyth kept them in touch but then in the 42nd

minute Diarmuid Murtagh struck again for another brilliant goal after Darragh Hussey had done the hard work to set him up. With 46 minutes gone Faithleach’s led by 3-10 to 0-10. But in fairness to Croan’s they battled away and with Kevin Smyth deadly accurate from frees, they kept in touch but they never seriously threatened the Faithleach’s goal, and those precious strikes from Murtagh proved the difference in the end. St Faithleach’s: Alan Manning; Brian Scally, Stephen Ormsby, Mikey Cox; David Harrison (0-1), Henry Kenny, John Walsh; Brian Murtagh (0-1), Dave Rooney (0-2); Alan Kenny, Ciaráin Murtagh (0-2), Darragh Hussey (0-1); Diarmuid Murtagh (3-3, 1 free), Aidan Dooney, Kevin Farrell.

Subs: Declan McCormack (0-1) for H Kenny (black card 11), Jonathan Hussey (0-1) for A Kenny (39), Daniel Foley for Rooney (44), Shane Phillips for D Murtagh (48), Derek Murray for D McCormack (60, black card). St. Croan’s: Vinny Egan; Paul Hynes, Gregory Grogan, Philip Leech (0-1); Ross Timothy, Keith Keenan, Keith Muldoon (0-2); James Connaughton, Robbie Keenan; Maurice Connaughton (0-1, ’45), Richard Thompson, Aidan Brogan (0-1); Cathal Conelly (0-2), Mike Holland (0-1), Kevin Smyth (0-8, 6 frees). Subs: Gerard Connaughton for Keenan (24, black card), Tommy Garvey for Muldoon (57), Alan Hurley for Thompson (57), Derek Conway for R Keenan (61), Referee: Declan Hunt.

Wides: St. Faithleach’s 5 St. Croan’s 9. Man of the Match: Diarmuid Murtagh (St Faithleach’s)

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Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC Round 4 (Group A) PÁDRAIG PEARSES Pádraig Pearses have one foot in the semi-finals of the Hodson Bay SFC following this straight-forward ten-point drubbing over a disappointing Castlerea outfit at Strokestown last Sunday afternoon. The foundations for this win were laid in the opening period where they raced into a 0-6 to 0-1 lead. With Sean Fahy and Emmet Kelly to the fore, the Woodmount based club looked the more assured outfit as a misfiring Castlerea side struggled

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*There were more shocks at the weekend in both championships. Boyle, without both Smith brothers, shocked fancied Roscommon Gaels at Elphin and now The Gaels need at least a draw in their final game against Pádraig Pearses to qualify for the play-offs. Pearses, Clann and St. Brigid’s look good for play-off places while the remaining place looks to be between Boyle and Roscommon Gaels. *Elphin halted Western Gaels’

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unbeaten run with a superb victory at Elphin. With Strokestown winning easily against Michael Glavey’s it still looks odds-on that Western Gaels and Strokestown will qualify from Group B. *One of the pre-championship favourites in the IFC, Oran, are in danger of missing the play-off stages after their defeat to high-flying Fuerty. They need to win in their final game and hope results go their way to qualify. Fuerty, Tulsk, St. Dominic’s

and Kilmore look more likely to qualify from Group A. *In Group B, Éire Óg are looking good while Clann na nGael and St. Michaels’s are out of contention but there is still a lot to play for in the final round. *Strokestown with 3-20 and Tulsk with 6-11 took the scoring honours last weekend with county star Diarmuid Murtagh scoring 3-3 for St. Faithleach’s the best individual performer.

Fair shoulder! Senan Farrell goes crashing to the ground as Shane Sharkey puts in a challenge. Picture: Andrew Fox

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to stay in contention at the interval. Points from Darren McDermott and Sean Ryan reduced arrears for Castlerea shortly after the restart, but Pearses kicked on and points from Fahy (0-2) and Hubert Darcy pushed them ahead again with the finalé beckoning. Then Pearses put the icing on the cake when Fahy punced for an injury-time goal, all but cementing their place in the knockout stages. Castlerea, meanwhile, have it all to

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do going forward. Pádraig Pearses: A McManus; P Kelly, A Butler, M Richardson; D Murray, N Carty, S Dolan (0-1); N Daly (0-1), E Donoghue; C Óg Sullivan, S Carty, T Butler (0-1); E Kelly (0-4), H Darcy (0-1), S Fahy (1-5). Subs used: C Payne. Castlerea St. Kevin’s: G Claffey; E Creaton, N Collins, D Flahive; J Kenny, J Henry, H Rooney; F Kelly, R Raftery (0-1); S Ryan (0-1), E O’Connell, R Curran; Christopher Dineen (01), D McDermott (0-1), G Heneghan (0-2). Subs used: Cathal Dineen, D Quinn, D Creaton, P Gunning, E Kenny. Referee: P Daly.

3. Sean Mullooly

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INSIDE: Full round-up of last weekend’s SFC and IFC action… GAA Fixtures Friday, August 19th Adult Football League Division 1 (O’Rourke Cup) At Nash Park: Western-Gaels v Strokestown. 5.30 pm Adult Football League Division 2 (O’Gara Cup) At Kilbride: Kilbride v St. Dominic’s. 8 pm Adult Football League Division 4 At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v St. Barry’s. 8 pm Adult Football League Division 5 At Athleague: Fuerty v Roscommon Gaels. 8.30 pm Saturday, August 20th Adult Football League Division 1 (O’Rourke Cup) At Abbey Park: Boyle v Clann na nGael. 6.30 pm Sunday, August 21st Adult Football League Division 1 (O’Rourke Cup) (12 pm) At Rockfield: Oran v Roscommon Gaels At Orchard Park: Elphin v Pádraig Pearses Adult Football League Division 2 (O’Gara Cup) (12 pm) At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg v St. Croan’s At Michael Glavey’s: Michael Glavey’s v Fuerty At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Castlerea St. Kevin’s Warm & Cosy Homes Junior A Football Championship (Section A) (12 pm) At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v St. Ronan’s

Underage Fixtures Thursday, August 18th Minor Championship Division 1 At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v St. Brigid’s. 7.30 pm U-12 Summer League Division 1 At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Boyle. 7 pm Minor Championship Division 2 (7.30 pm) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Faithleach’s At TBC: Elphin-Ballinameen v Oran At Mulhern Park: St. Ciaran’s v Éire Óg Minor Championship Division 3 (7.30 pm) At Michael Glavey’s: Michael Glavey’s v Boyle At Western-Gaels: Western-Gaels v Castlerea St. Kevin’s Minor Championship Division Four Knock-out (7.30 pm) At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Kilbride At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry’s U-12 Summer League Division 5 At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Kilglass Gaels. 7.30 pm U-14 Championship Division 1 At Abbey Park: Boyle v Pádraig Pearses. 7 pm U-14 Championship Division 2 At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Dominic’s. 7.30 pm U-14 Championship Division 3 (7.30 pm) At Kilbride: Kilbride v Western-Gaels At Parc Naomh Bearraí: Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry’s v Éire Óg At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Clann na nGael U-14 Championship Division 4 At Abbey Park: Boyle v Pádraig Pearses. 8.15 pm

Elphin on the rise!

Friday, August 19th Minor Championship Division 3 At Kilmore: Kilmore/Shannon Gaels v St. Ronan’s. 7.15 pm U-14 Championship Division 2 At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Elphin-Ballinameen. 7.30 pm

Shane Killoran claims possession for Elphin despite the best efforts of Western Gaels’ John Duffy. Elphin ended Western Gaels unbeaten run last Sunday. Picture: Andrew Fox

Third time lucky for Rossies against Armagh! All-Ireland Premier Junior Semi-Final Roscommon v Armagh on Sunday in Drumlane, Co. Cavan at 2 pm Roscommon’s camogie side will be attempting for a second All-Ireland final appearance in a row when they take on old rivals Armagh in the semi-

final on Sunday. Armagh have already beaten Roscommon twice this year, in the league final and in the group stages of the championship (by three

points) but Roscommon will be hoping to reverse that trend on Sunday. Roscommon have been training really hard in recent weeks and are de-

termined to go one better than last year and win an All-Ireland title. There are no injuries and with many experienced players in their ranks, Ros-

common can win this semi-final and keep their dreams of All-Ireland glory intact. Prediction: Roscommon

Saturday, August 20th U-12 Summer League Division 2 (12 pm) At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v St. Dominic’s At Kilbride: Kilbride v St. Ciaran’s U-12 Summer League Division 3 (12 pm) At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards At Western-Gaels: Western-Gaels v Michael Glavey’s At Parc Naomh Bearraí: St. Barry’s v St. Faithleach’s U-12 Summer League Division 4 At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg v Shannon Gaels At Kilmore: Kilmore v Clann na nGael At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v St. Croan’s U16 Championship Division One Knockout (7.30 pm) At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Oran At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Clann na nGael At Strokestown: Strokestown v Castlerea St. Kevin’s U-16 Championship Division 2 (7.30 pm) At Mulhern Park: St. Ciaran’s v Pádraig Pearses At Kilmore: Kilmore/Shannon Gaels v St. Faithleach’s At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Aidan’s U-12 Summer League Division 6 At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v St. Dominic’s. 1.15 pm U-16 Championship Division 3 At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg v St. Brigid’s. 4 pm At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v Boyle. 7.30 pm U-16 Championship Division 4 (7.30 pm) At Parc Naomh Bearraí: Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry’s v Michael Glavey’s At Western-Gaels: Western-Gaels v St. Croan’s Sunday, August 21st U-12 Summer League Division 1 At Abbey Park: Boyle v Strokestown. 11 am U12 Summer League Division 5 At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Roscommon Gaels. 11 am At Abbey Park: Boyle v Kilglass Gaels. 12 pm U-12 Summer League Division 6 At Kilronan Park: St. Ronan’s v Kilbride. 11 am Monday, August 22nd U-12 Summer League Division 1 At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Roscommon Gaels. 7 pm At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v Clann na nGael. 7.30 pm U-12 Summer League Division 2 At Rockfield: Oran v St. Michael’s. 7.30 pm Biesty Construction U-12 Hurling Championship At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Carrick Hurling Club (St Mary’s). 7 pm