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2017 Connacht SFC Final

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find the resident fairies. A wishing chair was artfully crafted by the maintenance team at the hospital and added to the garden. The Longford ICA craft class made the fairy doors for the Fairy Hotel. Craft blogger Jasmine says she got the idea of installing the garden in the hospital grounds because her friend’s daughter, who is suffering from a rare form of cancer, is treated there. “We decided to donate the garden to St. Therese’s Ward to remind the children, who have already dealt with so much, that there is still magic in the world. Really, we just wanted to put a smile on their faces,” she explained. Through their efforts, the duo have also raised €1,132 for the charity funds for St. Therese’s through generous donations at Bloom. The money will be used to redecorate the isolation unit in the ward.

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Regional finals are taking place throughout Ireland this July as teens battle it out to become the National Junior Baking champion. Malaika Arfan, aged 13, from Phoenix Foróige Club, Co. Roscommon, took one of the two top places in last Saturday’s regional competition in Sligo, meaning she will get to compete in the National finals. These will take place at the National Ploughing Championships in Screggan, Tullamore from 19th-21st of September. At the finals participants will be further put to the test by baking in front of a live audience.

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Anne Rigney Art Exhibition at Carrick Water Music Festival Anne Rigney is an Irish visual artist and sculptor. Anne is originally from Mount Temple, County Westmeath, but has made Knockcroghery, County Roscommon her home. Her work is influenced heavily by the area in which she lives and the rural Irish countryside in general, as well as her personal life experiences. She’s a founding member of the professional artists’ group Working Artists Roscommon and a member of the Association of Artists in Ireland. Anne will be exhibiting some of her paintings at the Leitrim Design House to celebrate the upcoming Carrick-on-Shannon Water Music Festival, as she has been creating work for the

last few years on the theme of water and reflections. Anne will also be at the Leitrim

NEWS…at a glance with the School Principal Kieran Dowd, School Board of Management and Minister Richard Bruton for some time in order to achieve this outcome” Senator Hopkins said. Senator Hopkins continued: “I was recently in Tarmon National School again where I met with parents, staff and pupils for the raising of their green flag. Tarmon National School is providing an excellent education to children locally and it was great to witness a happy atmosphere focussed on learning while in the school.”

Fitzmaurice welcomes Flooding Rates reviews Michael Fitzmaurice TD has welcomed the news of the revision in the rates for the Minor Works Flooding Scheme announced by the Office for

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RTÉ programme to showcase Lough Ree The RTÉ television programme ‘Creedon’s Shannon’ will showcase Lough Ree on Sunday, 23rd of July at 6.30 pm on RTE 1. In the programme John Creedon travels the full length of the mighty River Shannon, Ireland’s longest river, running over 360 km and flowing through 12 counties in this new three-part RTÉ One series.

Design House on Saturday, 15th of July between 2 pm-4 pm to meet people and chat about her work. This epic voyage will take him on a journey as the river swells and narrows into a chain of lakes, including Lough Ree, guided by Padraig Corcoran. If you are interested in hiring a Lough Ree boat, contact Padraig on 087-6430710.

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Annual Mass at Athleague Holy Well The annual Mass in Cluain Patrick, Athleague Holy Well takes place a week next Friday, 21st of July, at 7 pm. As usual, the pilgrims who are walking from Dublin to Knock will join us. Everyone is most welcome to attend.

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newsbrief Government is ‘failing farmers’ Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon/Galway Eugene Murphy has hit out at the Government for the “huge underspend” in Rural Development, Farm and Rural schemes at a time when farmers throughout the country are “cash-strapped and struggling to make ends meet.” Deputy Murphy said that the 2014-2020 Rural Development Programme (RDP) has reached the halfway point, yet only 30% of funds have been spent to date. Almost €3bn in funding for farmer and rural schemes will have to be spent in the next three years. Figures received by Fianna Fáil through a parliamentary question show that 92% of both the Knowledge Transfer Fund (€116m) and the TAMS 2 fund (€389m) remains unspent.

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An opposition TD and a Senator from the main Government party have both called for more investment for childcare workers. Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy claims that childcare workers are being treated like “Yellow Pack workers”, due to low wages, little consultation and a lack of direct investment within the Early Years Sector. Meanwhile, Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins has called on the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Katherine Zappone TD, to provide increased supports for Early Years Educators. An open meeting held in Kilbride Community Centre last week was organised by Early Years Educators and was very

well attended. Speaking in the Dáil, Deputy Murphy said Fianna Fáil has been consistent and vocal in its support for the childcare sector. “We need to fight for the childcare sector. Low wages is a major issue – Early Years Educators are grossly underpaid for the level of qualifications, responsibility, and amount of work they do. Many people are graduates with degrees earning minimum wage. “Direct consultation is also vital within the sector before changes are made to policy and programmes. More direct investment is also needed for the running of Early Years Services to be in compliance with new

Child Care Regulations 2016.” Minister Zappone to “begin to Senator Hopkins said that it address these issues with regard was apparent from the meeting to pay and conditions for Early in Kilbride that Early Years Ed- Years Educators – and the lack ucators are “very frustrated and of consultation.” disillusioned as they strongly feel very undervalued.” She said: “We clearly know that the evidence is very strong that early childhood education is very important for the physical, emotional and social development of the child. It is therefore extremely important that we ensure this sector is properly valued and that Early Years Educators are paid at a rate reflective of their hard work. This is currently not the case as many are on the minimum wage.” Senator Hopkins is calling on Senator Maura Hopkins.

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Boyle Primary Care Centre to open in August Senator Frank Feighan says the new Boyle Primary Care Centre will be operational from Monday, 21st of August next. “The centre, which I helped to secure funding for, will ensure that the local community has improved access to a greater range of health services under the one roof. “The 17,000 sq. ft. two-storey building, on the grounds of the Plunkett Home, will offer GP suites, consulting rooms, dental services, physiotherapy and occupational therapy suites along with a separate dental wing.”

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Broadband saga: Murphy takes Naughten to task Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon/Galway Eugene Murphy has said that the refusal of Minister Denis Naughten to provide a timeline for the State-supported National Broadband Plan means that rural Ireland will continue to will away in broadband limbo land. Deputy Murphy was highly critical of Minister Naughten’s commitment to a timeline for the State’s support to rollout broadband to the over 542,000 households that are currently without access. Last week, Minister Naughten said that the “procurement process is continuing in parallel with the rollout of infrastructure by commercial operators. “It seems that nothing will happen for at least 18 months, but more likely two years, as the negotiations with potential bidders will take a consider-

able amount of time to conclude. “Is it the case that the Minister and his officials have been too slow at drawing up the necessary tender documents, or worse, the Minister isn’t confident that he has the funding required to deliver the National Broadband Plan? “Either way, it leaves homeowners and business people anxiously waiting for the delivery of high speed broadband. “The ability of the State to meet its original pledge to deliver broadband to over half a million households and businesses is now shrouded in doubt. “Rural Ireland is suffering, and is unable to compete with the major cities and large towns. Broadband can be a lifeline for these communities” said Deputy Murphy.

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Deirdre Daly, Marie Duffy and Ann Duffy pictured at the SuperValu Ladies Day at the Roscommon Races. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Pictured at the Roscommon Harriers 10k Road Race were Joe Stagg, Mary Kealy and Christy O’Malley. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Blackberry Hearing – Better hearing, much better prices Prior to entering the market, Blackberry Hearing’s market research validated that there was significant consumer dissatisfaction with pricing and after-care service. So, the focus for the company has been on providing quality, affordability, price transparency and simplicity but ultimately ensuring the customer gets the best possible solution for their individual needs. To achieve this the company has instilled an ethos where no stone is left unturned to ensure total customer satisfaction. Employing only BSc qualified audiologists, a rarity in the business, ensures that the customer receives the best possible consultation and thereafter the best possible solution. Price transparency has been a cornerstone of the Blackberry Hearing philosophy. Research again revealed that prices advertised in the industry were rarely available during or after the consultation. To this end, Blackberry Hearing ensures that anyone attending one of their free hearing consultations is aware

beforehand of the cost of hearing aids for them, should they want to proceed. This then is backed up by a 45-day cooling off period, where a customer has the assurance they can return the hearing aids for a full refund should they not be fully satisfied. The ultimate measure of a company’s success in providing customer care must come from the customers themselves. Blackberry Hearing has expanded rapidly and now holds over 60 fortnightly clinics. The feedback from both clinic partners and customers has been overwhelmingly positive. An example of comments from letters sent to the regional press includes “I can only say that the service was top class”. “We did not necessarily set out to be disruptive” according to John “but our low pricing and strong customer care seems to have done just that. Being able to hear again is transformative to people with hearing loss. Research shows that people with hearing loss retreat from social interaction with family, friends, and colleagues with drastic

results on their mental wellbeing. Changing peoples’ lives for the better at an affordable price is a really good feeling.” While 2016 has been the first full year of trading, Blackberry Hearing has expanded significantly to most of the country and hopes to bring its service to the far reaches of the country by 2017. Meanwhile, you can book a FREE hearing consultation at a clinic near you or find out more by phoning Blackberry Hearing directly at 01-6978470.

I have seen how hearing loss can affect people’s quality of life and especially communication with their families. I always aim to provide first class hearing assessments with quality after-care and Blackberry Hearing ethically does so, which is hugely important to me. Hearing loss is very personal and can be truly isolating. Listening to the person with hearing loss is key. The pathway of hearing assessment and hearing aids is something I see through from start to finish as it’s fantastic to see how an individual’s life benefits from the intervention of hearing aids and communication tips.

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Pictured at the Roscommon Harriers 10k Road Race were Rachel Fallon, Mary Murray, Deirdre Garvey, Patricia Coyne and Olivia Doorly. Picture: Andrew Fox

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The winner of the recent Lynch Flooring 10th anniversary Facebook competition is Vanessa Hoare. Pictured is Gabriel Lynch presenting Vanessa Hoare with her prize.

Feighan hails Vistamed’s €9m expansion Senator Frank Feighan has welcomed last Friday’s opening of Vistamed’s €9 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in Carrick-on-Shannon. Vistamed has expanded its current manufacturing facility by a further 45,000 square foot, a move described by Senator Feighan as “another great vote of confidence for Carrickon-Shannon and the wider region.” Late last year, the medical devices company, which also has a plant in Rooskey, opened its state-of-the-art research and development facility in Leitrim’s county town. Senator Feighan: “This ongoing investment by an Irish-owned global Senator Frank Feighan supplier of medical technology also underlines the company’s long-term commitment to the plants in Carrick-on-Shannon and Rooskey. Vistamed’s total workforce is now more than 525, making it a vital employer in this region.”

…and Harmac’s also expanding! Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice TD has welcomed the news this week that Castlerea-based firm Harmac Medical is to extend its facility by 18,000 sq.ft. “It is my understanding that work on the extension will begin soon at lands which have been especially designated by Roscommon County Council” he said. “Harmac have been an excellent employer in Castlerea over the past 20 years and there are over 300 people employed at the facility, which represents a huge investment and vote of confidence in the town Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice and surrounding areas. “I wish Harmac well with the expansion plans and assure them of any support I can give. It is employers like Harmac that help to keep rural Ireland alive and they have to be congratulated for their continued commitment to Castlerea,” he concluded.

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Bungalow in Creggs well worth viewing Connaughton Auctioneers are delighted offer to the market this large fourbedroomed bungalow located on the outskirts of Creggs, Co. Galway but within a 10-minute drive of Roscommon Town. This bungalow is deceptively large internally with the attic space ready for further expansion with velux windows installed. This house has been cleverly designed in terms of layout and size. Originally built as a family residence it’s being sold as a ‘builder’s finish’, giving the purchaser opportunity to design and decorate to their own standard. The location is between both the village of Creggs and Glinsk but also within commutable distance of the towns of Ballymoe,

Athleague, Castlerea and Glenamaddy. Accommodation consists of reception hallway, sitting room, living room, kitchen/ dining room, utility, four bedrooms with one ensuite and main bathroom. Offers in excess of €100,000 are sought. This property is a must for viewing before being snatched quickly off the market. For

full brochure and further details, contact the office on 090-66 63700. Address: Curraghreevagh, Creggs, Co. Galway. Evening and weekend viewings on all our properties available by appointment. Contact the office on 090-6663700 or email info@ivanconnaughton. com to secure your appointment.

Real Estate Alliance Roscommon Report The price of the average three-bed semi in Roscommon has risen 12.5% to €112,500 in the last 12 months, the latest national survey carried out by Real Estate Alliance has found. The average three-bed semi in Roscommon is now taking six weeks to sell, down two weeks from the June 2016 figure, according to Seamus Carthy from REA Seamus Carthy. Prices have remained static for the past three months in Roscommon Town (€135,000) and Castlerea (€90,000). The REA Average House Price Survey concentrates on the actual sale price of Ireland’s typical stock home, the three-bed semi, giving an up to date picture of the property market in towns and cities countrywide to the end of quarter two. The average semi-detached house nationally now costs €215,269, the Q2 REA Average House Price Survey has found – a rise of 2.5% on the Q1 figure of €209,944. Overall, the average house price across the country has risen by 11.2% over the past 12 months – in contrast to the 4.5% increase registered to the full year to June 2016. While new building is still in its infancy, new developments on sale in small pockets of the country have had an impact on the price and demand for second-hand properties locally. “Agents have been reporting that where there are new homes available, the price of second-hand properties has been under pressure,” said REA spokesperson Healy Hynes.

“Most of our national housing stock is over a decade old, and house purchasers – especially first-time buyers – will opt for new builds at a higher spec, even if there is a marked difference in price. “Our agents are also reporting that both purchasers and three-bed semi vendors are looking for larger homes, which is having an adverse effect on the supply chain, with the result that time taken to sell is now four weeks on average in Dublin and

the major cities, and as low as three in some parts of the capital.” The price of an average house in Dublin rose by 2.6% in the second quarter of this year with three-bed semis in the capital now taking as little as three weeks to sell. Prices in the major cities of Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford rose by 1.9% in Q2 and 9% on the year, the survey found. To speak to Seamus about any property matter confidentially please contact Seamus at 090-6630001.

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C. 33 Acres Non-Residential Farm at Lissadorn, Elphin, Co. Roscommon

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION on Friday, 28th July 2017 at 4pm to be held at The Central Bar, Elphin, Co. Roscommon Top quality farm, laid out in 3/4 large divisions. Fully sheep fenced throughout. Comes with the benefit of a 3 bay slatted shed with large lyback. Also, cattle crush and yard. The lands are situate 1 mile from Elphin Mart on the main Carrick-onShannon Road. Solicitors having carriage of sale: Peter A. Connellan & Co. Strokestown, Co. Roscommon

FOR FURTHER ENQUIRIES, MAPS & INSPECTION CONTACT THE AUCTIONEER: THOMAS J. COX Auctioneer, Valuer & Livestock Salesman, Elphin Street, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. Tel: (071) 96 33260 / (087) 2602909 PSRA Reg. No. 002176

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Prime Strokestown lands Prime leasehold interest in Jack Edwards Hairdressers for sale available at Earley’s John Earley, FIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering to the market prime roadside lands of c.12.5 acres located at Moyglass, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon (selling in one or more lots; c. 4.4 acres and c. 8.1 acres). All offers are after €40,000 to sell. John describes the lands at as “a compact parcel of roadside lands located on opposite sides of public roadway for which the auctioneers invite all offers after €40,000 to sell.” To arrange maps or for further details contact John Earley, FIPAV, Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie. Find

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Ideal family home in Athlone Connaughton Auctioneers are delighted to bring to the market this four-bedroomed detached house in the town of Athlone. Located within walking distance of Athlone Institute of Technology, this property is an ideal family home or indeed investment property. Sitting on a large site with corner garden

David Diffley, MIPAV, TRV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering for sale new to the market a prime leasehold interest in a renowned hairdressing salon located at Main Street, Roscommon town. David commented on same “this is a unique opportunity to acquire a prime leasehold interest in one of Roscommon town’s most recognisable hairdressing salons. ‘Jack Edwards’ occupies a premium trading position on Roscommon’s main street with a high profile dual fronted shop unit of c.730 sq. ft.” The said shop unit is fitted out to the highest standard and is in turnkey condition throughout together with an extensive and established clientele. The property is held on favourable lease terms, which are available on request. The auctioneers now invite immediate enquiries and all offers to sell for this prime leasehold interest. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact David Diffley, MIPAV, TRV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email ddiffley@propertypartners.ie.

and mature trees which afford ample privacy, seldom does a property of this size or calibre become available for sale in this area. The house is in good decorative order internally with large bright airy rooms. Features include OFCH, mains sewerage and water, UPVC windows and doors, yard to rear, large private garden to side of property which affords lots of privacy and is surrounded by mature trees and plants. Accommodation consists of – ground floor; reception hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, rear hallway, downstairs WC and bedroom. First floor – three bedrooms and main bathroom. Viewing strictly by appointment. Contact the office for full colour brochure and further information on 090-6663700. Address of property: Norwood Court, Athlone.

Impressive property at Ballinaheglish is new to the market John Earley, FIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market an attractive

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Joint Selling Agent: Cathal O’Brien, Cathal O’Brien Estate Agents, Cleaboy, Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon. Tel: 087-2613617. For further details or to arrange a viewing, contact John Earley, FIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or Cathal O’Brien Estate Agents, Cleaboy, Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon. Tel: 087-2613617.

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A renowned and established highly attractive residential 7 day licenced premises located in the heart of Kilteevan village, beside Roscommon town. This character and established property offers a superior standard of fit-out with luxury 2 B/R residential accommodation on the 1st floor. “Paddy Finns” is a renowned hub for all local functions and holds excellent potential to further develop and enhance its existing trade. Offering a turn key opportunity to the would be purchaser, this is a once is a lifetime chance to acquire one of the regions best known trading houses. LEGAL: MESSERS PATRICK J NEILAN & CO, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26245. BER: D1. The Auctineer now invites viewings

A quality holding of lands located in a good farming district just off the main Elphin to Strokestown route. The said property can be sold in one or more lots as follows: Lot 1: The Entire. Lot 2: 3 B/R Bungalow of c. 980 sq.ft standing on c. 0.6 of an acre. Lot 3: c. 17.61 acres of lands with cattle crush and pen, storage shed and hay barn. Lot 4: c. 38 acres of quality lands with cattle crush and pen. Lot 5: c. 3.59 acres of scrub lands set out in three lots located close to lot 4. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. BER: G. LEGAL: MESSERS PA CONNELLAN & CO, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON. 071 96 33009.

BER: B3 – D2. A select mixed use portfolio of quality investment property primely located beside Ballyhaunis town centre in one compact holding. The said apartment block comprises of c. 18 number 1, 2 & 3 bedroom units. Rental income of c. €91,166 in 2016 with further scope for improvement. The said retail and office property located to the road front offers c. 1,956 sq.ft in total over two floors and is finished to shell condition throughout holding excellent rental potential due location. LEGAL: EAMONN GALLAGHER, MESSERS ROCHFORD GALLAGHER & CO, TUBBERCURRY. 071 91 85011.

A highly impressive 3 B/R dormer style residence standing on an elevated and mature site area of c. 0.76 of an acre. The said property is finished to the highest of standard throughout and is located in the midst of rolling green countryside with uninterrupted and panoramic views. The area is renowned for its scenic beauty and is situated close to many of the regions most popular fishing lakes, the River Shannon and the heritage town of Strokestown. Altogether, this is a quality family home that must be viewed to be fully appreciated and all offers are invited to sell. LEGAL: SEAN MAHON, MESSERS MAHON SWEENEY & CO, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26102.

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THURSDAY 20TH JULY 7.30pm

Opening Night

FRIDAY 21ST JULY 11am 1pm 3pm 6pm 8pm 10pm

Gallery Talk: Terry Sweeney Tara Viscardi, Harp & Meadbh O'Rourke, Flute Film: The Jungle Book (2016 version) Talk: In Search of Hyde: Brian Murphy Declan O' Rourke Finbar Magee & Breige Quinn

SATURDAY 22ND JULY 11am 11.30am 12.30pm 1.30pm 3pm 5pm 7pm 9.30pm

Carrowkeel Walk with Philip James Dublin Ukulele Collective Custard Pie puppets: Badger's Birthday- an animal story (up to 7yrs) Matthew Mannion, Baritone, Niamh St John, Mezzo accompanied by Adam McDonagh, Piano Custard Pie puppets: Punch & Judy (all ages) Crime writers panel : Declan Burke, Louise Phillips, Arlene Hunt & Andrea Carter New Airs Brian Kennedy

SUNDAY 23RD JULY 11.30am 2.30pm 5pm 8pm 10pm

St Joseph's Choir The Men Who Knew Too Much Talk: Rockingham:Triona Mullaney Dignam & John Clapison Anúna Rackhouse Pilfer

MONDAY 24TH JULY 1pm 6pm 8pm 10pm

Trad: Maggie Carty with Shane McGowan Lol Tolhurst: Cured - The Tale Of Two Imaginary Boys In Conversation: Carole Coleman & Miriam O Callaghan Tailor Birds

TUESDAY 25TH JULY 1pm 6pm 8pm 10pm 10pm

David Scott,Baritone accompanied by Mary Scarlett, Piano Talk: Paul Durcan’s Odyssey: half a century of love, loss & laughter : Conor Farnan Michael McHale, Piano Pat Coldrick, Classical Guitar Goats Don't Shave

WEDNESDAY 26TH JULY 1pm 4pm 6.30pm 8pm 10pm

Robert Finegan & Andrew Mullen, Saxophone duo accompanied by Mary Scarlett, Piano Film:Boyle Above & Beyond - Darren Purcell John McGlynn, Guitar Drama:Turning Mammy: Beezneez The Jazz Ladds

THURSDAY 27TH JULY 1pm 6pm 8pm 9.30pm 10pm

Film: Boyle, Through the Magic Lantern Talk: On Raglan Road: Gerard Hanberry Regina Nathan, Soprano Boyle Singers with Antaine Ó Farachain Comedy: Chris Kent

FRIDAY 28TH JULY 1pm 6pm 8pm 10pm

Jimmy Goeijenbier, Piano Sinead Gleeson, Christine Dwyer Hickey, Nuala Ní Chonchúir The Celtic Tenors Eddi Reader

SATURDAY 29TH JULY 11.30am 1pm 3pm 6pm 8pm 10pm

Gerard Siggins: Childrens storytelling (10+) The Rafter Family Film: Picnic at Hanging Rock The Irish Guitar Quartet Drama:The Succesful TD by John Keane with Mary McEvoy & Jon Kenny David Power & Martin Hayes

Tailor Birds will appear at Mattimoe’s Bar on Monday, July 24th as part of Boyle Arts Festival.

Arts Festival returns to Boyle! The Boyle Arts Festival will take place from Thursday, July 20th to Sunday, July 30th at venues across the town. The festival will feature Classical and Traditional music programmes, drama and spoken word and plenty of live gigs across the ten days. Renowned performers such as Brian Kennedy, Rackhouse Pilfer and John McGlynn will be in attendance as well as

RTE’s Miriam O’Callaghan and Carole Coleman. Full details of all the events are in the festival programme. For booking and further information, call to the Festival office in Bridge Street, beside Marian’s. Open every day (except Sundays) until July 29th. Also go to www.boylearts. com. Online booking for most events at www.eventbrite.ie or email info@boylearts.com

SUNDAY 30TH JULY 11.30am 5pm 8pm 10pm

Ilse Lubbers, soprano An Evening with the Moylurg Writers The Inishowen Gospel Choir Pete Higgins

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The Spoken Word events will start with a discussion on Ireland’s first President, Douglas Hyde, presented by Dr. Brian Murphy. Brian is a former speechwriter for two Taoisígh and he will discuss his recent book ‘Forgotten Patriot’ in King House on Friday, July 21st. One of the highlights this year’s festival will see RTÉ news journalist and author, Carole Coleman in conversation with Miriam O’Callaghan. Carole has held positions as with RTE and was the Washington Correspondent at the time of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Miriam O’Callaghan is a household name and presenter of various RTÉ programmes. This event will take place at 8 pm in the Church of Ireland on Monday, July 24th. Philip James will conduct a walking tour of Carrowkeel on July 22nd. Over the course of a 10km walk, he will discuss the Carrowkeel megalithic site, the history of this period and the geology of the area. Rockingham House, near Lough Key was burned exactly sixty years ago and Triona Mullaney-Dignam and John Clapison will discuss what happened on that night in 1957 on July 23rd in King House. The Moylurg Writers will be appearing at King House on July 30th to conclude this wonderful programme. Please check the festival programme for a full list of events.

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There will be drama in Boyle this month! The Boyle Arts Festival Drama programme will jump into action with two children’s presentations by Custard Pie Puppets on Saturday, July 22nd in St. Joseph’s Hall. ‘Badger’s Birthday’ is at 12.30 pm and ‘Punch & Judy’ is at 3 pm. The organisers are delighted to welcome back Jon Kenny and Mary McEvoy and they will star in ‘The Successful TD’ in St. Joseph’s hall on Saturday, July 29th. Based on John B. Keane’s ‘Letters of a Successful TD’, the play follows the trials, tribulations, misadventures and hilarious antics of Tull McAdoo, as he

Some of the names to watch out for in this year’s Boyle Arts Festival, include acclaimed singer songwriter Declan O’Rourke who will kick off the live gig programme

with an appearance in King House on Friday, July 21st. Declan released his fifth album in 2016 and his first appearance in Boyle will be an intimate, acoustic performance.

Brian Kennedy will make a very welcome return to Boyle for a special solo performance in the Church of Ireland, on Saturday, July 22nd. Just back from Glaston-

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bury, Rackhouse Pilfer will be performing in Daly’s Storehouse on July 23rd. They will administer their own brand of RootsRock. Festival favourites across Europe, they are currently working on their third album. Tailor Birds will appear at Mattimoe’s Bar on July 24th while Goats Don’t Shave will rip it up in Daly’s Storehouse on July 25th. Guitarist John McGlynn specialises in clear crystalline vocals and intricate guitar work, his work has been compared to both Nick Drake and Art Garfunkel and he will per-

form in King House, on July 26th. Later the same evening, BAF veterans, the Jazz Ladds will play in Clarke’s bar. The Dublin Ukulele Collective will be in action on July 22nd in The Spool Factory and The Men Who Knew Too Much will appear in Daly’s Bar on Sunday, July 23rd and Eddi Reader, formerly of Fairground Attraction, will play in Daly’s Storehouse on July 28th, The live gigs will conclude on Sunday, July 30th with a fantastic performance by the Inishowen Gospel Choir in St. Joseph’s Church.

Rackhouse Pilfer will be performing in Daly’s Storehouse on July 23rd.

Classical and Trad Music at Boyle Arts Festival The Classical and Traditional Music programme has always been one of the cornerstones on which the Boyle Arts Festival is firmly established and the 2017 Festival, which will open on 20th of July, will showcase some of the finest classical and traditional musicians around. Among the highlights of the Classical and Trad music programme are: Tara Viscardi and Maedbh O’Rourke in King House on Friday, 21st of July; classical fusion group New Airs in King House on July 22nd at 7 pm; newly formed St. Joseph’s Church Choir’s performance during 11.30 am service in St. Joseph’s Church on Sunday, 23rd of July; Saxophone duo Robert Finegan and Andrew Mullen accompanied by Mary Scarlett during a lunchtime concert in King House on 26th of July while soprano Regina Nathan will perform in the Church of Ireland on 27th of July. There will also be performances from Dutch pianist Jimmy Goeijenbier, The

Regina Nathan will perform in the Church of Ireland on 27th of July.

Celtic Tenors, The Irish Guitar Quartet and many, many more. The Classical and Trad programme will conclude with a fantastic late night concert by Martin Hayes and Declan Power in King House on July 29th. Early booking is essential and please check the festival programme for a full list of performances across the ten days.

Best wishes to the Boyle Arts Festival from

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Michelle Conway, Nadine Keane and Ava Roache pictured in the queue that grew outside Casey’s, Roscommon on Friday last for Ed Sheeran concert tickets. Picture: Andrew Fox

Queuing for Ed… As Ed-mania sweeps across Roscommon and the whole country, MIRIAM KERINS reﬂects on the Sheeran phenomenon and on the enduring appeal of superstars from Elvis Presley to Donny Osmond!

rom scruffy (but lovable) suburban boy to superstar sensation; singer, songwriter and ginger genius Ed Sheeran has stolen the hearts of many a ‘pretty little’ Roscommon girl! This was obvious last week, given the queues outside a Roscommon town premises at 7 am when I pulled in for coffee! No sooner had the endearingly old-fashioned-gent-

in-a-young-bloke’s-body, announced his 2018 Irish gigs when Ed-mania went into overdrive with gangs of smitten Rossie fans camping out overnight in their jammies and sleeping bags’ combo, in what I personally observed, was a very well behaved manner on Casey’s forecourt in an effort to nab one of the (over) 300,000 tickets (the highest number ever sold in

a single day by an artist in Ireland) at the local Ticketmaster desk! Sadly, some were left disappointed, however, they’ve no need to fear, as Aiken Promotions announced tickets for the ‘third and final dates’ will go on sale this Saturday at 9 am! So get those jammies freshly washed, and those selfie sticks primed and ready girlies, ‘cos another

station forecourt sleepover is on the cards! But what is it about the iconic, honorary Irish man and pop prince Sheeran that makes him break hearts as well as records? Why do we love him so…? Yes, I said ‘we’ ‘cos he’s kinda ripe for the pickin’ when it comes to perfect son-in-law material with that harmless-as-asteamed-spud, diddly-eye-

A section of the queue that grew outside Casey’s, Roscommon on Friday last for Ed Sheeran concert tickets. Picture: Andrew Fox

fiddle-dee-dee beguile… but, with a few million the bank appeal of course. You see, golden boy writes for himself, Justin Bieber, best bud Tay-Tay Swift and he’s written for One Direction, etc., so it’s safe to say he’s a bonafide pop phenomenon! You see, the adoration of pop stars/entertainers is nothing new. It’s a rite of passage, it’s harmless, it’s healthy, it’s charming, and it’s all part of growing up… unless it becomes an obsession; then we’re into stalker mode! In the 1950s, young wans hero-worshipped Elvis, leading to mass hysteria surrounding his death in the 1970s. The ‘bobby soxers’ who swooned over Sinatra had a perfectly normal appreciation of this fantastic crooner’s velvety voice – I adore Classic Swing and the Big Band Era; and no, I’m not older than dirt; I just have taste! However, when I was a 10-year-old, and right up to my mid-teens, my side of

then working with When Miriam met Donny. (Miriams,ed Donny Osmond). view inter and met ld, Hera Evening

the bedroom was plastered with Donny Osmond posters (who? ask yer mammy). I babysit kids I couldn’t stand (sorry) just so I could earn pocket money and head to Dolphin Discs in Talbot Street of a Saturday to buy Donny’s latest single. Myself and my best pal Anne joined his fan club, bought his badges, dressed in purple ‘cos it was Donny’s favourite colour, and, despite the fact I locked myself in my bedroom for an entire day when he announced he’d got engaged, I never once felt the need to camp out on a cold ground in me jammies just so I could get tickets to his concert. However, with the onslaught of celebrity gos-

sip shows, reality TV, the internet and social media, some saddos become so obsessed with their idols; researchers at the North American Journal of Psychology have actually coined a syndrome around it called Celebrity Worship Syndrome (CWS). But that’s for the likes of weirdos who stalk, then break into their idol’s homes, stealing personal items… it’s not for dedicated young fans who queue for hours for tickets. I got to meet Donny many years ago, when, as a Social Diarist for the Evening Herald/RTE’s Open House, his people invited me backstage to do an exclusive interview with my teen idol. Jealous much ladies?

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Border blues for some as rampant Roscommon leave Galway marooned It’s Sunday evening and I’m sitting at the kitchen table, thinking about the Rossies’ wonderful win in today’s Connacht final and wondering how I feel about the whole thing –funny enough, I am not feeling too awful bad. If you read last week’s paper, you will know that I’m a Galway man surrounded by Roscommon people, but on this momentous day for my neighbours, I am only a little sad and more disappointed in the performance of the Tribesmen than I am in the result. I won’t say that I was too surprised either, because last year in the quarter-final against Tipperary the Galway full-back line was taken to the cleaners, and the same thing happened today. And when the goalie helps the opposition to a goal and four points, it makes it very difficult to win. Lest you think I am suffering from a case of sour grapes, let me say definitely not, and there is no doubt the better team won and are very worthy provincial champions. Also making me happy is the fact

that our own Ger Dowd, a friend of mine for many a long year, is part of the management team. Along with the very decent Kevin McStay and Liam McHale, he had to take vitriolic criticism from certain Roscommon followers over the last year – and I am delighted to see them vindicated in such an emphatic fashion. As for us, I hear we now will face Donegal in a qualifier in two weeks’ time, so as much as I hate the back door, at least we are still alive. However, on today’s evidence, I can’t see us making progress and it looks as if it’s back to the drawing board for Kevin Walsh. Meanwhile, I got a fair bit of slagging about the fact that I was clearly outfielded by Seanie Lohan, Roscommon’s representative, in Dan Dooner’s spread about the Connacht final build-up in Creggs. I am convinced that Andrew Fox, being a Rossie, was able to ‘doctor’ the photo so the amazing height I got in my jump was airbrushed from the picture. If Gerry O’Loughlin, a

good Galway man, had taken the picture, I bet it would have been a different outcome. Only kidding Seanie, just like your team today, you beat me fair and square. On Sunday evening, to show I’m not a sore loser, I headed into Mikeen’s and survived my visit. In truth, the large Roscommon following was nice enough about the whole thing and if anything I think they were a bit sorry about beating us by so much! The craic was good and both sets of followers – and in fairness to the fans of the Galway side, they came out in big numbers when the easy thing would have been to stay at home – agreed that the best team won. Staying with GAA, and last Friday night in Mikeen’s we held a function to honour the 1967 team who won the Co. Junior football final, beating St. Brigid’s in a game that was said to be one of the toughest ever played. At one stage there was a free-forall on the pitch with spectators from both sides weighing in with flags

Fun events for Aisling’s Fund The Aisling Duggan Memorial fund is holding a family fun day at Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club on Friday, July 14th from 11 am. There will be music, face painting and a bouncy castle for kids to enjoy all day. Speaking about the memorial fund, Aisling’s father John Duggan said: “On the 8th of January last, our darling daughter Aisling passed away suddenly. It is our understanding at this stage that she died from acute viral myocarditis, an extremely rare disease in which a virus attacks the heart muscle and stops the heart from beating. Unfortunately there is no treatment or cure for this disease and our poor Aisling had no chance of survival. She was just 5 years old, a healthy and happy little girl, a whirlwind of immense energy in our home and an idol and loving older sister to Clodagh and Cathal. “A very serious safety issue currently exists at Aisling’s school in relation to the dropping off and picking up of pupils due to the absence of any parking facilities. The school is located on a busy national road. To address this a committee was set up last autumn. “We have set up a fund in Aisling’s memory and it is our wish to have the funds directed specifically towards the development of a car park at her school. “We are asking for your help to contribute what you are able to and to spread the word by whatever means you can. We would like to thank you in advance and pass on our appreciation for your contributions big or small,” he said. The Golf Classic/Rumble will take place on Thursday, 13th and Friday, 14th of July at Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club. To donate visit www.gofundme.com/aisling-duggan-memorial-fund.

and umbrellas while the game continued on. It is said that our wing half-back Donnie Dowd had to solo outside the sideline to get past the fighting crowd before making his way back on to the field of play! Anyway, we won and it was an absolute pleasure to meet men who were my footballing heroes as I was growing up. Most of them looked so fit they could probably still line out. Sadly, four of the panel had passed away in the intervening fifty years but their family representatives were there to receive the beautiful mementos. Then we had a presentation to two men who had given a lifetime of service to the club, Sean (Bags) Keegan and Mick O’Rourke, and I don’t believe there were ever two more deserving recipients anywhere. Speakers spoke glowingly of both men and their achievements. Everything that was said was true and no two men ever did more to keep a little club alive. Congrats and well done to them both.

Top entertainment As I told you last week, the brilliant summer cabaret show presented by Annette Griffin and John Staunton takes place next Wednesday, 19th of July, in the McWilliam Park Hotel in Claremorris, featuring a host of Ireland’s top entertainers. Doors open at 8 pm, show kicks off at 9 pm sharp. If you want to have the night of your lives, be there!

And finally… Finally for this week, on Tuesday last I paid one of my too infrequent visits to the beautiful Castlerea Golf Club and I reminded myself of John Rahm as I chipped into the hole on the second for my first ever birdie. The recent work that I told you about on the greens paid off and everything was in pristine condition. However, good and all as the greens were, it’s all down to talent, and while I am still quite modest as to my golfing ability, I feel great things coming my way – watch this space.

‘Till next week, Bye for now

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Our elderly deserve a Fair-er Deal Age Action (the advocacy group for our senior citizens) is calling for greater transparency and accountability regarding Fair Deal (the State’s Nursing Home Support Scheme) – concerning so-called extra charges reportedly being heaped on older people, pricing many out of the service. Personally, I find this allegation worrying, especially as Roscommon has the fourth oldest population in the country, and I’d like to know who is policing these nursing homes and their

Is Leo about to cut the cord on Noirin? Dear Diary, I’m just wondering if Leo Varadkar’s suggestion that Garda Commissioner Noirín O’Sullivan should ‘examine evidence given by members of the force at the recent Jobstown trial’ marks the beginning of the end of the relationship between the Government and the head of our police force. Let’s face it, the bond (if you could call it that) has been unravelling for some time now. So when I heard anti-water protestor Solidarity TD Paul Murphy’s allegation that the case against him and his co-accused ‘was politically motivated and based on evidence from Garda members that was not truthful,’ apparently conflicting with video evidence, (and I don’t know, I wasn’t present; they’re allegations) – with the Taoiseach’s response being that “People need to trust what the gardaí say on the stand” – I realised that the temperature had shifted dramatically in terms of confidence between the pair. Oooh, does this mean Leo is going to cut the cord? Interesting…

activities. Okay, I know that HIQA carry out checks and audits, but how detailed and how frequent are these? I mean, it’s now alleged that some patients are being forced to hand over cash for ‘physical activities’ that they’re unable to participate in… what’s that about? However, if you were to believe Health Minister Simon Harris’ account of the project where only last month he declared in the Dáil that it was “working very well now,” and is “wellfunded,” I’d say the portion (a fifth to be precise) of our population who will in 25 years’ time be aged 65 and over must now be very confused and scared. Look folks, we need clarification and complete openness concerning this scheme, and any related future ventures, as a matter of urgency! Our senior citizens are the very people who’ve quite literally provided the backbone on which this country has been built! In my book, fleecing our elderly for social activities and other ‘extras,’ for example, the elderly resident who was ‘charged €100 for clothing tags to identify her laundry’ – (tip for staff: get a fabric marker pen in the euro shop for God’s sake) – is beneath contempt! Then we’ve those allegedly charged ‘€20 a week for an in-house doctor’, even though they’ve got medical cards, with other bills varying from ‘€155 a month to €2.50 a day, or €70 a month,’ according to Mervyn Taylor, director at Sage advocacy group for the elderly. All are unacceptable! I think it’s time our positively giddy and star-struck Taoiseach Leo Varadkar got over his Joey and Chandler style bromance with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and instead gives some socks to things that really matter, er, like investigating why the system is allegedly financially abusing our most vulnerable!

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I’m sick of these flawless family photos! I see singer Pink’s got a new hobby…motherhood! Never one to miss a chance to post a selfie, last week Pink grabbed a photo op to showcase her ‘multitasking’ skills –breastfeeding baby while having her make-up professionally applied. Yeah, we get it you’re great, you’re Mother Earth, but I’d have had more respect for you if you’d posted a selfie feeding your child while applying your own make-up, made breakfast for the rest of the family and fed and walked the dogs like most ‘everyday’ Roscommon mothers do! Now that’s an impressive skillset. I mean what’s so feckin’ great about these celebrity mothers anyway? Do they think the rest of us sit on the sofa all day watching Jeremy Kyle, drooling and wearing a jam-stained Lycra onesie while someone else minds our kids? Would it be such a major responsibility for these high profile ‘yummy mummies’ to think about someone other than themselves for a change, as in their kids, and stop using the little ones’ day to day activities, like feeding or potty training as smug and conceited photo ops that scream… “Oooh look at me I’ve popped out a kid, made hit records, look like a supermodel, and hey, I can downplay this whole busy working mother thingy by showing how it’s just a teeny weeny interruption in my otherwise busy, busy, schedule of being perfect!” Look ladies, it’s normal to be exhausted, bedraggled, tired, grumpy, have hollow eyes, and be two clothes sizes larger after you’ve given birth. So just for once, I’d like to see Pink and other ‘celebrity’ mothers posting a pic mired in dirty, smelly nappies, puke matted into their hair extensions and slobbering coffee while they mind-numbingly hum the theme tune to Barney the bloody dinosaur, because that’s exactly what my life looked like after I’d given birth to my two. No, seriously I was really Superwoman. I even made my own eco-friendly tofu baby food blessed by the Pope! Yeah righ’!

Roscommon Lions reﬂect on busy year The recent AGM of Roscommon Lions Club heard outgoing President Noel Connolly reflect on a busy and successful year for the voluntary group. It started out in September 2016 with members of the club assisting at the Lions Ireland Diabetes Screening Stand at the National Ploughing Championships in Tullamore. In November, four carers, in conjunction with Roscommon Carers Association, were funded up to €1,100 by the club for the Carers Holiday Weekend in the Yeats County Hotel in Sligo. The Lions/Tesco Food Appeal raised over €1,000 worth of food thanks to generous donations by the public. Numerous hampers were distributed to families in need at Christmastime (by Roscommon St. Vin-

cent de Paul). The Lions’ Church Gate annual collection in December raised €1,330 which goes towards the club’s projects. Roscommon Lions Club supported the funding of a Suicide Prevention and PostVention Conference in Castlerea in December hosted by Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service and Vita House Family Life Centre. Roscommon Lions Club’s annual briquette project was also a great success thanks to partners Bord na Mona, Shannonside Radio Annual Charity Appeal and County Roscommon Vincent de Paul Chapters. 16 pallets of briquettes worth nearly €8,500 were distributed countywide by the St. Vincent De Paul Chapters to many homes which

Election of ofﬁcers

The following officers were elected for 2017/2018 – President: Dermot Cox; Secretary: Eamonn Gleeson; Treasurer: James Donlon; Ass. Treasurer: Kathleen Shanagher; PRO: Paul Healy.

Public thanked

Roscommon Lions Club would like to particularly thank the public and the business community for their ongoing support and great generosity in making all the club’s projects possible. Thanks also to the organisations and agencies we work in partnership with without whom our projects would not be realised.

were greatly in need of fuel assistance. Mr. Connolly said that Bord na Mona deserve huge credit for their very generous sponsorship towards this project with a large reduction on the cost of the fuel. Roscommon Lions Club Charity Walk was held on the 9th of April with well over €3,000 raised in support of the construction of Safe Centres for Syrian refugee children in the Lebanon. This event also supported the construction of dressing rooms for Roscommon Gaels. At the Lions AGM, thanks were issued to all who generously supported the walk especially Roscommon Gaels members and those who volunteered in different ways to make it such a success. The Gaels, through their club activities, contribute enormously to the health and wellbeing of hundreds of children and young people in Roscommon parish. Mr. Connolly said: “The Safe Centre project led by our colleagues Swedish Lions provides vital educational, psychological counselling, recreational, health and medical supports to Syrian refugee children who have fled to the Lebanon and are traumatised by the Civil War in Syria.” Cheques of €5,000 were presented to Roscommon Gaels

Noel Connolly, outgoing Roscommon Lions Club President, passes the chain of office over to Dermot Cox, incoming Lions Club President. Picture: Andrew Fox

and €1,500 to Lions Ireland Syrian Project Co-ordinator Terence Mangan. The Lions’ defibrillator project is ongoing and the club maintains four machines in the environs of Roscommon Town. The defibrillators and locations have been uploaded onto the Safe A Selfie App, which allows members of the public to take selfies with life-saving devices where they can be easily located in times of medical emergencies.

The activities in the Quad by Foroige and Roscommon Lions Club are ongoing with hundreds of young people benefiting on a weekly basis from various programmes, including the innovative Techspace project. Ministers Katherine Zapone and Denis Naughten visited the Quad to view firsthand the great work being done at the centre. A significant breakthrough for Roscommon Lions Club and Foroige was

made recently when Roscommon County Council agreed to generously fund the roll-out of Techspace countywide over the next few years. Mr. Connolly extended a special word of thanks to the local press and local radio stations for their coverage of all Lions activities throughout the year. Mr. Connolly paid tribute to the club’s dedicated and committed members for the work done throughout the year.

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WeekendPeople SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION Today’s readings, like last week’s, ask us to meditate on Israel’s response to God’s Word – and our own. Why do some hear the word of the kingdom, yet fail to accept it as a call to conversion and faith in Jesus? That question underlies today’s Gospel, especially. Again we see, as we did last week, that the kingdom’s mysteries are unfolded to those who open their hearts, making of them a rich soil in the, which the Word can grow and bear fruit. As we sing in today’s Psalm, in Jesus, God’s Word has visited our land, to water the stony earth of our hearts with the living waters of the Spirit (see John 7:38; Revelation 22:1). The first fruit of the Word is the Spirit of love and adoption poured into our hearts in baptism, making us children of God, as Paul reminds us in today’s Epistle (see Romans 5:5; 8:15-16). In this, we are made a “new creation” (see 2 Corinthians 5:17), the firstfruits of a new heaven and a new earth (see 2 Peter 3:13). Since the first humans rejected God’s Word, creation has been enslaved to futility (see Genesis 3:17-19; 5:29). But God’s Word does not go forth only to return to Him void, as we hear in today’s First Reading. His Word awaits our response. We must show ourselves to be children of that Word. We must allow that Word to accomplish God’s will in our lives. As Jesus warns today, we must take care lest the devil steal it away or lest it be choked by worldly concerns. In the Eucharist, the Word gives himself to us as bread to eat. He does so that we might be made fertile, yielding fruits of holiness. And we await the crowning of the year, the great harvest of the Lord’s Day (see Mark 4:29; 2 Peter 3:10; Revelation 1:10) – when His Word will have achieved the end for which it was sent. – Scott Hahn Ph.D., www. salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)

newsbrief Strokestown Hospice Support Group Strokestown Support Group of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice wish to thank all who supported the recent collections: to Patsy Lannon, who collected €365 for shamrock sales, to the Brothers of Charity who collected €204 for Sunflower Day, to the sponsors, walkers and runners who took part in the women’s VHI Mini Marathon and to the Westward Garage for sponsoring the bus. The total amount raised for the marathon will be published in a future edition.

‘All over the world people were lighting candles for us’ Grateful Fuerty family organising fundraiser  MIRIAM KERINS

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cial needs can be challenging; it can also be a major blessing. As parents we all understand how raising a family can prove to be exhausting and testing; however, when that beautiful bundle of joy requires an extra bit of care and gentleness, due to having a set of specific needs that are both physical and emotional, well, that’s when a whole other level of parental skillsets kick in. It’s also a time when an entire community rallies round. Doting parents, Fuerty couple Frankie and Kitty Whyte have a unique understanding when it comes to that very aspect of life. Their darling youngest child Frank, 13, (they’ve got an older daughter Emma (24)), often displays different behaviours to other teens his age. “Frank has an underlying problem called Williams Syndrome,” explains his dad. For readers unfamiliar with this condition, it’s a genetic disorder characterised by concerns such as learning and developmental challenges and cardiovascular disease. These children are also very sociable, friendly individuals who bring enormous love and joy to their families’ lives and to the lives of everyone they touch. The Whytes are now holding a fundraiser to help such children. “Frank has problems with numbers, he also tends to be very innocent, friendly and lovable and that’s a worry as kids with Williams can be too trusting,” says Frankie, who is a farmer as well as working at the Department of Agriculture’s offices in Roscommon, adding that it was shortly after his son’s first birthday when he

realised “there was something different,” about his toddler’s development. “Dr. Curran in Ballinasloe, who was a new paediatrician at the time, diagnosed it. Frankie had constipation problems, and he had a high calcium level and the doctor put these factors together and diagnosed it.” Raising a child with special needs can quickly shatter any family’s future plans and devoted mam Kitty realised she’d need to give up work to become her son’s full-time carer, even though animal-loving Frankie seemed to be progressing in leaps and bounds. “He’s mad into farm animals and he loves rounding up the sheep and cattle on the quad. He loves our two dogs Molly and Daisy and he goes to school at The Sunshine Rooms in Creggs; but he’s moving on from there and we haven’t decided yet where he’ll attend next,” says Frankie, who admits in some ways things can be a bit tough, and life with his darling boy often means taking “a step into the unknown,” for himself and Kitty. However, the couple are very lucky that Frank’s big sister Emma, who has a qualification in Social Care, is on hand with an abundance of love and understanding for her baby brother. “She’s a great help, she’ll monitor him; she’s like his little mother,” says this very proud dad whose love and devotion to his children is clearly obvious. However Frankie reveals his happy household was recently pushed to its limits. This loving family, who’ve been living life to the full, despite occasional challenges, who cherish their youngest son, refusing to view him through society’s so-called ‘perfect’ lens, suddenly realised

Pictured at the 2016 Creggs Harvest Festival were Frankie Whyte and his mother, Kitty. Picture: Andrew Fox

nothing perilously shatters that lens like a life-threatening complication. Last October, specialists at Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital in Crumlin, Dublin, delivered the devastating blow to the close-knit Whyte family that Frank had a terminal heart defect. “Cardiac conditions are a problem with Williams’ kids. One of the valves in Frank’s heart wasn’t performing as it should. It had decreased in size and, without surgery, we were told he’d only got six months to live,” explains an emotional Frankie. It was during this time, as the odds appeared to be firmly stacked against them, that the Whytes, now managing another problem, one which ‘regular’ parents would probably find insurmountable, realised how

hard the medical staff were fighting to save their son’s life. They decided to give something back. “Between the diagnosis in October and the surgery in March we had a horrendous time. It was tough. The operation was cancelled twice because newborn babies needed immediate surgery. When Frank had his surgery it was a success for the first few days. He was to be released on the Saturday but on the Friday he suffered four seizures. I was out in the corridor while they were taking bloods and after the second seizure a nurse came rushing out to get Frank’s bloods to the lab; she ran so fast she nearly knocked me over. It was at that moment I realised she was going above and beyond. She wasn’t paid to

rush, she was paid to walk; but she was running. I wanted to give something back to the staff for their dedication in saving Frank’s life.” The young teen is now doing well, and, according to a relieved dad “is getting taller and stronger.” It was at this stage of our chat that Frankie suddenly struggles to contain his emotions, saying: “Every home that was connected to us was lighting candles for Frank. All over the world people were supporting us and I thought the whole country would burn down from all the lighted candles. People also connected with us through social media and our friends and colleagues at work went above and beyond for us; they’re true friends and we can’t thank them enough.”

Major fundraising event Anticipating the future needs of the Children’s Hospital and the impact Frank’s surgery has had on saving his life, Frankie and Kitty decided to host what’s been hailed as a major fundraising ‘Thank You’ event to be held in Dalton’s Pub on Saturday, 22nd of July. The family hope to raise €10,000 “for a heart machine to help someone else’s child. The top prize is a heifer and her calf. I want to thank Liam and Bernie Heavey who reared this heifer for a lady called Ann Gacquin who bought the animal as a calf at a charity auction and hadn’t the experience to raise her, so Bernie and Liam stepped in. Now

she’s had her first calf herself they’ve all very kindly donated them both as a prize. If the winner doesn’t wish to take the animals, they can have cash to the value of €1,500” says Frankie. There’ll be a barbeque and music and the draw will be held on the night. “I’d also like to thank top Irish jockey Shane Foley for donating a set of signed silks; they’re signed by all the Irish jockeys and Michael Finneran (Rocommon Races’ Manager) has arranged for them to be brought to Newmarket by Sandra Hughes to be signed by top English jockeys. We’ll have a ‘Best Dressed Farmerette’ competition with a prize

of a €200 Vichy hamper donated by McGuinness’ Pharmacy and numerous other novelty prizes,” explains Frankie who’s at pains to make sure everyone who helped and supported his family knows how eternally grateful they are. TO PURCHASE TICKETS

To purchase raffle tickets or to find out more about this event, contact Frankie Whyte on Facebook or call him on 0877606492. Committee members Liam and Bernie Heavey, Declan Dillon, Darragh Heavey, Shirley-Ann Whyte, Emma Whyte and Kitty Whyte can also be contacted through Facebook.

Frankie Whyte.

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CONNACHT SENIOR FOOTBALL FINAL

Runaway Rossies! McStay’s troops capture the cup Conor Devaney leaves Galway’s Gary O’Donnell in his wake at Pearse Stadium as Roscommon won the Connacht SFC last Sunday. Pic: Andrew Fox

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2017 Connacht SFC Final

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Man of the match Enda Smith climbs to contest a high ball. Pic: Andrew Fox

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Donie Smith takes possession forward for Roscommon. Pic: Andrew Fox

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ing, intense and breathtaking football, full of controlled aggression, Roscommon threw the formbook out the window at Pearse Stadium last Sunday to capture their 23rd Connacht senior football title in the most emphatic fashion imaginable. In was a mesmerising display from the young Rossies who blew their much-vaunted opposition away in the best display that Roscommon fans have seen in a Connacht final since 1980. Not given a chance by anyone outside their own camp, Roscommon tore into their opponents with controlled aggression and intensity from the first whistle. Galway didn’t know what had hit them as Roscommon drove forward, every player playing as if their very lives depended on it. The many Roscommon fans who stayed away missed one of the greatest championship performances in decades as Kevin McStay’s young team repaid his faith

The Verdict Seamus Duke in them to deliver a stunning title success against all the odds. The fans who did make the journey to Salthill raced on to the field at the final whistle to acclaim their heroes and many a tear was shed as 16 long years without a championship win against either of the ‘big two’ – Galway or Mayo – were finally banished. It was a massive day for manager Kevin McStay who had shipped so much unwarranted and unfair criticism over the past 12 months. His faith in this young Roscommon team was justified as they delivered a fantastic display to blow Galway away. This was similar to what Down did to Monaghan in the Ulster championship a few weeks ago.

Roscommon tackled with huge intensity in all sectors of the field and Galway spilled the ball time after time. Roscommon’s appetite for hard work was incredible as they showed little respect for Galway’s reputation and the scores piled up for the underdogs. Playing with the breeze in the opening half, Roscommon played some incredible football to race into a 1-6 to 0-2 lead after only 14 minutes. The goal was as good as has been seen in a Connacht final in decades. Cian Connolly stole in behind his marker and pointed to where he wanted the pass. Diarmuid Murtagh delivered it into his hands. It was a brilliant pass and it was followed by an even better finish. Donegal

legend Martin McHugh was sitting beside me in the press box. He said it was as good a goal as he had ever seen. It was that kind of day for Roscommon. The game should have been over at half-time. Roscommon kicked seven wides in the 12 minutes after the goal, letting Galway off the hook. A 1-7 to 0-3 half-time lead did not reflect just how much the Rossies had dominated. All over the field Roscommon players were winning their own personal duels. Enda Smith was majestic at midfield and the Murtaghs and Cian Connolly were giving the Galway rearguard nightmares. When young Brian Stack galloped straight through the Galway defence to fire home a second goal in the 41st minute Roscommon led by 2-8 to 0-5. Roscommon fans were lapping it up, perhaps wondering when they would wake up and realise that it was all a dream. But Galway suddenly awoke

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from their slumber. They kicked six points without reply. With twenty minutes left there was only three points in it. However, Roscommon were not to be denied. Diarmuid Murtagh’s free got the Roscommon train back on the tracks and subs like Donie Smith, Ian Kilbride, Cathal Compton and Shane Killoran made huge contributions as the Rossies pulled away again. Points by Conor Devaney (2), Donie Smith and Shane Killoran in those final few minutes will live long in the memory as Roscommon swept to their first win at this venue since 1988. This was a victory for meticulous preparation, excellent management and a group of players who were prepared to do what it takes to win. In my time covering Roscommon football it was one of the sweetest wins for the senior team and the best display in a Connacht final in almost 40 years. It is a tremendous victory

How the West was won Key Moments: page 4 for Kevin McStay and his management team and especially for the young players involved. Those players who chose not to be a part of the panel for one reason or another this year have missed out on one of the greatest days in Roscommon football history. Now a Croke Park date beckons and Roscommon are in bonus territory as we wait to see who will qualify for the quarter-finals. For now, let us all bask in the glory brought to the county by this fantastic victory. I could name all 23 players who took part on Sunday last as heroes, but I hope they do not mind if I single out a few. Enda Smith announced himself on the national stage with a towering

performance in the middle of the field. That Fintan Ó Currain and Tom Flynn were taken off says more about Smith’s performance than anything else. He was sensational. Beside him, Tadgh O’Rourke was calmness personified and a steadying influence all through. Conor Devaney was fantastic again. His two late points were good enough to grace any big game. Goalkeeper Colm Lavin was flawless, his accurate kickouts the platform for countless Roscommon attacks. Diarmuid Murtagh was class again too. His pass for the Cian Connolly goal was like something out of the ‘Gooch’ Cooper handbook. Sean Mullooly came of age. Reputations counted for

nothing as the Strokestown man stomped around Pearse Stadium as if he owned the land. John McManus was a colossus and seemed to be everywhere and Niall Kilroy was probably Roscommon’s best player in the second half. Not bad for a player that received a lot of unjustified criticism over the past 12 months. They say that ‘what’s seldom is wonderful’ and that certainly applies to this fantastic Connacht final win, but I know Kevin McStay, and this will not be good enough. It may not happen this year, but his eye will now be on much bigger things in the next few years. What he and his team have achieved this year is extraordinary. With the U-17s having won the Connacht title also in great style at the weekend, the future looks very bright. That’s for another day. Those of us who were lucky enough to have been in Pearse Stadium last Sunday will remember it to our dying day.

Teams & scorers Roscommon: Colm Lavin; Gary Patterson, John McManus, Niall Roscommon: Lavin; David Murray, McInerney; Seanie Colm McDermott, Sean Mullooly, ConorNiall Devaney (2-1); McInerney, Seanie Devaney (0-3), Enda Smith (0-3), Tadgh McDermott; O’Rourke; FintanConor Cregg (0-2), Niall Kilroy (0-1), Brian Stack (0-2); Ciaráin Murtagh (0-4, 0-1 pen, 3 frees), DEnda Sean Mullooly, John McManus; Tadgh O’Rourke, Murtagh (0-7,1 free), Donie Smith (0-1). Smith; Fintan Cregg, Niall Kilroy, Brian (1-0); Subs: Cian Connolly (0-1) for Smith (14 b/c), ColinStack Compton for CiConnolly (45), Ronan Stack KilroyD(45), Shane Killoran for aráin Murtagh (0-3, 2 for frees), Murtagh (0-5, 3(0-1) frees), Patterson (48), Brian Murtagh for BIan Stack (60), Thomas Featherston Cian Connolly (1-1). Subs: Kilbride for Cregg (48), for C Murtagh (65).

Donie Smith (0-2, 1 free) for D Murtagh (53), Colin Leitrim: Brendan Noel Plunkett, Donal Wrynn, Compton for CFlynn; Murtagh (65), Ronan StackPaddy for Kilroy Maguire; James Rooney, Michael McWeeney, Oisin Madden; Shane (70), Shane Killoran (0-1) for Stack (74). Moran, Damien Moran (0-1); Dean McGovern, Conor Gaffney, Ryan

O’Rourke; Keith Beirne (0-3,1 free), Brendan Gallagher (0-1), D Rooney (1-2). Galway: Ruari Lavelle; Cathal Sweeney, Declan Kyne, Subs: Niall McGovern for D Moran (38, b/c), Ronan Kennedy (0-2) Eoghan Kerin;(41), Gary Gaareth Bradfor D McGovern GaryO’Donnell Reynolds for(0-1), McWeeney (45 b/c), Conor Cullen for O’Rourke Ronan Gallagher Gary shaw, Liam Silke;(47), Paul Conroy (0-2,for1Wrynn free),(58), Fintain Plunkett for Gallagher (67). Eamon Brannigan, Johnny Ó Curraoin; Tom Flynn,

Heaney; Michael Daly (0-1), Damien Comer (0-2), Referee: Anthony Nolan (Wicklow) Shane Walsh (0-6, 4 frees). Subs: Gary Sice for Heaney (h/t), Danny Cummins for Brannigan (h/t), Michael Lundy for Flynn (60), Enda Tierney for Ó Curraoin (65), David Wynne for Conroy (75 b/c). Referee: David Gough (Meath).

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was disappointed with his side’s performance last Sunday and admitted that they just couldn’t live with Roscommon on the day. “Roscommon brought everything they had to the table and our lads could not match that today. We had a period in the second half that we had momentum but

a few things went against us and we could not keep it going. We struggled for most of the game to be honest. “We missed a few chances but then again Roscommon missed a lot of chances too. If we got the goal that hit the post in the first half it might have helped us but things did not go our way and we were flat on the day,” he said. He had high praise for Roscommon before looking ahead to the

All-Ireland Qualifier against Donegal in two weeks’ time. “Roscommon played very well and some of the points they scored were sensational. It was a disappointing day for us and there is no getting away from that. We wanted to retain the title. It was one of our goals for the year and we were hoping to get a good run in the championship but we have still a chance and we will be playing Donegal in two weeks and we

will get ready for that now. “It’s a case of lifting ourselves. We were well beaten against Tipperary last year and didn’t have a chance to redeem ourselves but we have that this year. We have 13 days to sort ourselves out and we have proved already this year that we are better than we showed out there today. But that takes nothing away from Roscommon who were the best team on the day,” he concluded.

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First Half Roscommon explode from the blocks and within 6 minutes they have three points on the board from Ciaráin Murtagh (2) and Diarmuid Murtagh. Galway’s best player, Shane Walsh, got their first score after 8 minutes – but it was all Roscommon. In the 14th minute Roscommon score a truly outstanding goal. Cian Connolly ghosts in behind his marker and Diarmuid Murtagh finds him with a delicious diagonal pass and the young Roscommon Gaels man fires low and hard into the corner. Roscommon have a let-off in the 25th minute when Michael Daly’s

shot comes back off a post and is cleared to safety. The game should have been over by half-time but Roscommon shoot seven wides in 11 minutes to let Galway off the hook. The Rossies lead by 1-7 to 0-3 at half-time.

Second Half Galway opened the half with points from Shane Walsh (free) and Damien Comer. In the 40th minute Diarmuid Murtagh pointed a free and a minute later young Brian Stack sweeps home a brilliant goal. The St. Brigid’s man fields a Galway kick-out and runs straight through the defence to fire home from 15 metres. A vital goal which gives Roscommon breathing space. Galway come back into the game

and score six points without reply to reduce the margin to three by the 50th minute. Shane Walsh (2), Gary O’Donnell, Paul Conroy (2), and Michael Daly are all on target. Diarmuid Murtagh lifts the siege with a pointed free in the 51st minute and Roscommon are back on track. Kevin McStay uses his subs to good effect and they make big contributions as the visitors kick for home. Cian Connolly kicks a great score in the 54th minute and then Donie Smith hits a stunning point on the 59th minute to bring the Roscommon crowd to their feet. Smith points a free in the 67th minute and with time running out, Conor Devaney scores the point of the game from out on the left wing. With two minutes to go Cian Connolly

received a second yellow card and was sent off but at that stage the result was a foregone conclusion. Galway frustrations reach boiling point in injury-time and a mini-brawl breaks out after which Paul Conroy is shown a black card and sub Michael Lundy a straight red, Damien Comer picks up a second yellow and has to go, and Roscommon midfielder Tadgh O’Rourke also receives a yellow card. It was fitting that the game ended with another spectacular Roscommon score with Conor Devaney once again on target as the thousands of Roscommon fans swarmed onto the sideline to prepare to acclaim their heroes. Shortly afterwards David Gough calls a halt to proceedings and Roscommon have done it. The applecart well and truly upset! Final score: Roscommon 2-15 Galway 0-12.

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TIME ADDED ON… Media watch ‘Roscommon GAA fans are well aware of who Paddy Joe Burke is. The super fan has been through the highs and lows with the Primrose County over the last decade or so. Paddy would’ve been one of the few men yesterday who thought that Roscommon could overcome Galway. After all, the Tribesmen had impressively dumped Mayo out of Connacht a fortnight earlier. However, on a wet and windy day in Salthill, Kevin McStay got it spot on. Roscommon shell-shocked Galway, winning the J.J. Nestor Cup for the first time in seven years. It was their first Connacht final victory over Galway since 1990 Of course Paddy Joe was there - and his reaction at full time will have been mirrored all across the county.’ (Balls.ie) ‘Roscommon collected the Nestor Cup for the first time since 2010 after beating a disappointing Galway by 2-15 to 0-12 at Salthill. The defending champions were favourites to win their 46th provincial title and move level with Mayo on the Roll of Honour, but slumped embarrassingly on their own patch as the Rossies cantered to a facile nine-point success to rule the western province for the 23rd time. Cian Connolly and Brian Stack netted in either half for Kevin McStay’s well-drilled charges, who bossed this one-sided match pretty much from start to finish. Galway, who never led and failed to score from the 54th minute onwards (including eight minutes of injury-time, during which they were reduced to 13 men), can have no complaints after having been comprehensively beaten. While the Rossies progress to an All-Ireland quarter-final in three weeks, the Tribesmen must now take on Donegal in a difficult Round 4A Qualifier on July 22nd.’ (Hogan Stand Online)

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JULY 9, 2017 We travelled in big numbers, We hoped we had a team. But never in our wildest days Could this we have foreseen. We beat the Connacht Champions On that pitch beside the sea, When Connolly pulled the trigger Somehow he set us free. A little man from Mayo, Kevin is his name, Another Kevin lived near here And long has been his fame. He pulled his troops together, And perfect was their pitch – Like a great conductor, A note they never missed. The defence was tight and vigilant, Every tide they did stem, They repelled the bigger Galwegians As if they had more men. Midfield was a big ‘problem’ If it was, we need some more, Smith was a collosus As forward they did pour. The forwards pranced like dancers, On some far off Russian stage, They bewildered the poor defenders, Seventeen flags were duly raised. For those who wonder why we fuss I ask them to recall, That Homer wrote the Illiad About such a local row. Tommy Byrne, Kiltoom

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Red cards: Roscommon 1 Cian Connolly (69); Galway 1 Michael Lundy (72)

Wides: Roscommon 13 (9, first half); Galway 10 (6, first half)

Scores from play: Roscommon 2-9 Galway 0-7

Frees awarded: Roscommon 13 (7, first half); Galway 20 (13, first half)

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xhausted, Kevin McStay sat on a bench in the Roscommon dressing room after the game, bottle of water in hand as the national and local media gathered around. It was a huge day for the Roscommon team but an even bigger one for Kevin who was vindicated in the decisions he took and his promise to the Roscommon football public that his team were going to have a huge cut at the championship in 2017. Having shipped a huge amount of criticism, much of it extremely unfair and unwarranted, it would have been very easy for Kevin to come out swinging on Sunday evening, but to his eternal credit he kept his powder dry and let his players do the talking out on the field. It was by far the best way to answer the doubters and critics. His meticulous preparation had paid off in spades and he was thrilled. He staked his reputation on this Connacht Championship and the gamble paid off. “We took a lot of encouragement from the way Galway handled Mayo over the past two years. We felt if we got the build-

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up right and got our fitness levels right as well, we would be able to take them if they took their eye off the ball a bit. I don’t know whether Galway did take their eye off the ball but I felt we came into the game spot on,” he said. “Galway had a few chances in the first half and they hit the post so we got a few breaks in that regard. We shot a few bad wides but at half-time I was not overly concerned. Playing against the wind is not a huge factor at this level because there is so much carrying of the ball and handpassing. We decided at half-time that we would not defend the lead but Galway did have a purple patch and we could not get out of our half for a while but we got a point against the run of play and it got us going again. “There was never any sense within our group that we were huge underdogs today. In a championship dressing room it cannot be any other way. I know to the outside world we were not supposed to even turn up and I don’t blame people for that view. But the people who are writing about this should know that when it comes to the championship, if you have

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a team that is well prepared, energised, and totally committed, a lot can happen,” he said. The Roscommon manager went on to discuss the fine margins associated with championship football. “We said in our training camp a few weeks ago that you are one match away from being great or from slipping away. Look at Monaghan, they were a great team until Down beat them and now they are written off. It’s a small competition at this stage. There are only ten teams or so left and to win one match can put you in a completely different place. When you lose you are useless, when you win you are mighty, so we are in the middle of that somewhere.”

McStay had special praise for Boyle man Enda Smith who put in a man of the match display at midfield. “We challenged Enda Smith a few weeks ago. Enda is well-known in Roscommon and maybe in college football too but outside of Connacht he might not be that wellknown. We challenged him to say that he should launch himself onto the national stage because he has magnificent talent. I am so happy for the two Smiths. They have put so much into this campaign and I think that Enda will blossom now from here on. He was magnificent today,” he said. The manager was adamant that the league win over Cavan back in April was the turning point in

Roscommon’s season. “The league win against Cavan turned our year around. We needed that win so badly. We really had a cut that day and despite the fact that to the rest of the country it was not an important game, it was crucial to us. It showed that the lads had real pride in that jersey and it launched our championship preparations “We have three weeks now to get injuries cleared up and (to) re-focus. But I can say that we had nothing on our minds except this game today. There was no life for us after today if we didn’t get a performance. If we lost by six or seven points today the qualifiers would not be so inviting. We will enjoy this for a few days and we will see then. But there is loads

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caught Galway on the hop today but they will be back and we will see them again for sure. This will hurt them but they are going in the right direction. To beat Galway was huge for us and for our county. We don’t beat Galway or Mayo too often. We have to be beating them every so often to be rated and it gives us a lot of confidence. I was never over-confident today and even towards the end of the game I was nervous. I was anxious that we didn’t concede a goal. I also want to mention Colm Lavin who I thought was magnificent today. His kick-outs were spot on and Declan O’Keeffe, our goalkeeping coach, has done a great job with him. All in all it was a great day to be sure,” he concluded.

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“When you’re going through hell, keep going!” Winston Churchill probably wasn’t referring to Roscommon football when he uttered his famous phrase but it can certainly be applied to the fortunes of the Primrose and Blue over the last 12 months. From pitch problems to managerial break-ups and relegation, Roscommon football has been through the wars. There have been harsh words exchanged and criticism from ex-managers and others. Players also opted out along the way. One thing that remained constant however, were the messages emanating from the Roscommon camp and in particular, Kevin McStay. The Roscommon manager called for calm and a renewed focus on the championship and then produced a tactical masterclass when it mattered most. None of this should have been surprising: McStay has a history of turning Roscommon teams into winners. What is surprising is that it came at a time when expectation outside the camp was quite low. Many supporters I spoke to just hoped for a better performance than the one witnessed in Castle-

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Kevin McStay is suddenly gone. He has shaken hands with a vacant looking Kevin Walsh, and has disappeared back into the stadium, away from the whirlwind of noise and emotion that is descending from the stands to the pitch. Absence of ego. Relief. Emotion. Call it what you will, but Kevin McStay is gone, for a few minutes at least, alone with his thoughts. Alone with the enormity of it all. Alone too with the shadows of the past. of Roscommon fans invading the pitch, shown in slow motion, is moving, evocative. There are in fact two victories to celebrate. The exciting coming of age of this young Roscommon team is the lead story, by some distance. It is the story. But there is a second victory too, one which, in keeping with the person at the heart of its narrative, is low-key, almost hidden. That second victory is a triumph for common decency. And it too needs to be celebrated. I don’t know Kevin McStay that well, but I am pretty confident that I know a gentleman when I see one. Sunday in Salthill showed that…yes, sometimes nice guys can finish first.

he madness had peaked in March when the national media were alerted. We couldn’t keep the madness in-house any more. It had been rumbling for weeks. Some Roscommon people just weren’t prepared to give Kevin McStay a chance. Roscommon, the rush-to-judgement brigade determined, were now a Division One team, and we should be getting results in just about every outing. True, we were missing many key players, but sure that was the fault of management – that defence only inflamed the critics more. In Roscommon in the past twenty years or so, managers are quickly and ruthlessly judged. But there was something particularly unpleasant about the whispering campaign being waged against Kevin McStay by a small number of fans earlier this year. For a small but vocal minority in Roscommon, mutiny is otherwise known as ‘Option A.’ Patience is in short supply, hurlers on the ditch plentiful. Early days into his career as sole Roscommon manager, and Kevin McStay was getting a rough ride. We are all entitled to our opinions – the debates can be a bit of craic too – but fairness is important. And some people were wielding the axe almost as soon as McStay accepted the job. It peaked in March when Gay Sheeran, former Roscommon goalkeeper, manager and selector, lost the run of himself on Shannonside Radio. What no doubt started out as fairly valid points in Gay’s head morphed into personalised silliness by the time they emerged from his mouth. It was an own goal by the former goalkeeper, and he seemed to realise it himself, even as he was well into his ill-judged solo run, commenting ‘I’m going to get nailed for this rant.’ McStay came in for fierce criticism as Roscommon hit a league losing streak. Some of the criticism was doubtlessly fair comment. McStay has been a professional pundit himself, he knows that managers are fair game. But there was a growing silliness to much of the ‘debate.’ Absence of ego? Absence of nuance. Roscommon lose by a point or two and the management is condemned. Take a hammering and all hell breaks lose. Make the point that McStay is building a new, young team, and he’s blamed for the absence of the missing men. Storm clouds over the Hyde. And so the league campaign was played out against this backdrop of negativity, despite everyone knowing that, after last year’s anguish, this season had to be all about the championship, if necessary at the expense of our Division One status.

BREAKING: Nice guy ﬁnishes ﬁrst Those defending McStay (including this journalist) felt balance and perspective was being lost. Surely the new management deserved time – a full two or three years in the dugout – before the casting of definitive judgement? What is the point in sourcing a manager, giving them a term in charge, and then undermining the person? And, if last season’s Jekyll and Hyde league/ championship rollercoaster yielded one clear message, it was that Roscommon ought to aim to peak for summer this year, as opposed to risking burning themselves out physically and mentally. As for the gripes about the ‘missing men’, well, if guys don’t make themselves available, that’s their choice. (There may be some who are available but who aren’t being chosen; that’s the prerogative of the management. And presumably doors remain open). The fact that there were so many high profile players not involved this season makes McStay’s achievement last Sunday all the more impressive.

eally, I don’t (didn’t?) wish to rake over old

coals this week, but the folly of the first quarter of the year needs at least a bit of exposure now. The unforgiving critics had their say; one trusts they now see the ‘McStay project’ in a different light. Guess what? The Roscommon management of 2017 were indeed concentrating on the championship all along, and hysteria about

missed opportunities during the league now looks rather silly. And the Roscommon management’s decision to stick with the players who want to be on the panel/are available, has been vindicated. A bit of patience from the critics back in February and March would have gone a long way. Constructive criticism is entirely fair, but McStay was put under extreme and undue pressure because a small number of people showed no patience, believed too many rumours, rushed to judgement. This is a great GAA county with fantastic supporters. McStay should realise that the vast majority of Roscommon fans have always been behind him, and behind Liam McHale, Ger Dowd, the backroom staff and the players. And most of the rush-to-judgement brigade, in fairness, are probably passionate fans motivated by a hunger for success. And how McStay and his colleagues have satisfied that appetite. It has been a fabulous championship for the team, crowned by that superb title triumph on Sunday, the greatest in around 40 years. McStay has achieved this while remaining utterly dignified, courteous, friendly and accessible. Pretty classy, in my view. He has presumably won over all his early-season critics too, by now! On Sunday, it was entirely typical of Kevin

McStay that he would decline all invitations to respond to his critics.

hen Conor Devaney scooped the ball off the grass and arrowed it over the bar in the final minutes, I thought I could hear Pavarotti singing in the background, such was the gracefulness of the moment. This super young Roscommon team’s courage and class gave us a victory to cherish. Equally satisfying was that second victory, the triumph for common decency. It is great to see the vindication of Kevin McStay. Over recent months he must have been confident that his project would succeed, but he must have had doubts too. He had suffered fierce criticism and he had ventured into some lonely places in his mind. ‘What if we miss a few goal chances against Leitrim and they are within a point or two with a minute to go and then…’ ‘What if, for all our preparation, we find that Galway have improved even more than we have and we just misfire horribly in Salthill and they power past us again…’ ‘What if we then draw Donegal and…’ Kevin McStay was under pressure, and not to a degree he deserved to be. Good to see common sense win out. Good to see common decency triumph. The latest news from the never-dull Roscommon GAA world: Nice guy finishes first.

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evening, 72 hours after that performance, and it’s time to talk to an old friend. Since Monday morning, there’s been a never-ending stream of happy people popping into the famous barber shop. And, on social media, our man has gone viral, after two videos of his emotional reaction to Roscommon’s win gripped viewers. Now, contact has been established between Abbey Street and Church Street, via the good old-fashioned (at this stage) mobile phone. Well, these are busy times. Paddy Joe is exultant. He’s delirious. He’s on a high, and so are thousands of Rossies. After some small talk, I ask Roscommon’s most famous fan where this performance ranks in his memory. He puts it up there with the display against Armagh in the 1980 All-Ireland semi-final. “Ah Paul, it’s one of the all-time great performances. To beat Galway is one thing, but to beat them by nine points, it is unbelievable.” He’s the great optimist, but he didn’t see this coming. “I rated Galway third in the country before Sunday, after Dublin and Kerry. Ahead of Tyrone. I have tremendous respect for Galway. I was fearful going into the game. For us to win in this manner is sensational.” Asked what happened and how, Paddy Joe goes philosophical. “Sport is like life, we can’t take ednesday

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same in all the ‘GAA houses’ in Roscommon. It’s been crazy but wonderful. It hasn’t affected my work, because there’s nothing nicer than having to stop work and meet Roscommon supporters.” Meanwhile, Paddy Joe’s reaction at the final whistle and a speech he made when Kevin McStay called in have both gone viral, a reaction which, he says is “beyond his wildest dreams.” Paddy Joe says Roscommon’s win has brought a level of joy and happiness to the entire county that cannot be measured. “We have another month of this” he says, as thoughts turn to the AllIreland quarter-final. He doesn’t really want to look that far ahead just yet, but he trusts the team to thrill again. I bounce his own oft-stated words back at him. Is this it Paddy, or is the best still yet to come? “Whoever we play (Cork or Mayo), I think this Roscommon team is on the threshold of greatness. After beating Galway in Salthill, and by that margin, in that manner, all I’ll say is we can play football with any team in the country.” It’s 7.30 on Wednesday evening. We could talk all night, but the Roscommon People deadline is approaching very fast. I tell the great Paddy Joe that I’ll call into him very soon. Exciting times in the great barber shop, or, as he’d say himself in “Midtown, Roscommon, the greatest city in the world.” Exciting times for Rossies everwhere.

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One of the great Connacht ﬁnal wins!  SEAMUS DUKE

n Monday evening, having had 24 hours

to digest one of the great Roscommon Connacht final performances, there was immense satisfaction among Roscommon GAA fans at what they had seen in Pearse Stadium. I happened to be in the company of a lot of the Roscommon players who were on their way to the Races and I got a fair bit of good-humoured slagging about predicting a Galway win in last week’s Roscommon People! I met many great Roscommon GAA people on Monday who were so proud of what Kevin McStay and his players had achieved. We are all in agreement that this was one of the greatest Connacht final wins we had seen. In the past, such a mighty win would have been the cue for an over the top celebration like we had in 2001, but what really struck me was that while this group of players were absolutely thrilled to have won, there was no big chat, no boasting, no roaring and shouting. They just chatted among themselves, happy with what they had achieved. They are a marvellous bunch of young lads who are very grounded and we are very lucky to have them. So how much can this young team achieve? Much more would be my view, but we must ensure that the current team management is left in place. It would be absolute madness to do anything else now and we are masters at making huge cock-ups in Roscommon in that regard. I know that the players on the Roscommon panel are very happy with their lot and with everything that has gone on behind the scenes this year. That was very evident with the level of performance we saw on Sunday last. These lads are so modest and easy-going. Having spoken to them after the match and on Monday, I have to say they are a credit to their families, their clubs and their county. Kevin McStay set two goals this year. To get to the Connacht final was one, and to reach the last eight was the second. He and his players achieved both on Sunday. The goals will now have to be re-set. Let’s see who we get in the quarter-finals (I actually hope that it is Mayo) and take it from there. Last Sunday’s display will give the team enormous confidence and

Roscommon captain Ciaráin Murtagh lifts the Nestor Cup aloft. Picture: Andrew Fox

belief in themselves. Promotion from Division Two is a realistic aim and to retain the Connacht title must be another for 2018. But that’s in the future. For the moment let us celebrate a brilliant win and a great day for Roscommon GAA. As long as Roscommon keep winning it doesn’t really matter whether the local GAA hacks are right or wrong, in fact it’s totally irrelevant. I would be happy to be wrong every week if we keep on winning.

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Two things more, firstly Donegal legend Martin McHugh sat beside me on Sunday in the press box. He remarked that Cian Connolly’s goal was one of the best he had ever seen in a major championship game and secondly, Enda Smith’s performance on Sunday reminded me of Dermot Earley at his very best and I can think of no higher praise than that on both fronts. It was a day that Roscommon GAA fans shall never forget.

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Our odds for Sam! Roscommon’s odds to win the All-Ireland SFC have been slashed in half, from 66/1 to 33/1, off the back of their 2-15 to 0-12 win over Galway. Aoife Heffron, spokeswoman for Boyle Sports commented “Roscommon have the J.J. Nestor Cup back and now have their sights set on the Sam Maguire, for which they have been cut to 33/1 from 66/1 to get a hold of.” She added “Mayo’s 2-14 to 0-13 win over Clare sees them shorten into 9/1 from 12/1 to win the All-Ireland SFC with just Dublin, Kerry and Tyrone currently in their way in the betting.”

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Archaeological Dig…

Pictured in Ballintubber were Pyres O’Conor Nash, Deirdre Cribbin, Rose of Roscommon, members of Ballintubber Tidy Towns and political representatives. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Pictured in Ballintubber were Ann Warfield Hooker and Siobhan Boyd. Picture: Andrew Fox

Derrydonnell Bridge re-opens after safety works Cllr. Orla Leyden said that she is delighted that Derrydonnell Bridge is re-opening after works were carried out to the bridge to make it safe. A large vehicle hit the bridge making it unsafe to take traffic some time ago. People living in the area will be relieved as the closure of the bridge has led to people having to take a longer trip into town. Cllr. Leyden thanked Eugene Dwyer, Senior Engineer, Roscommon County Council and John Mockler, MD Co-ordinator and Anthony McDermott, Roscommon Municipal District area engineer for their work on this. Cllr. Leyden said that significant heritage funding is required from Central Government to bring the bridge back to its former glory and that Nollaig Feeney, Heritage Officer, Roscommon County Council, will have an important role to play in this regard.

Pictured in Ballintubber were Paige Newman and Brooke Hatfield. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Ballintubber were Bryce Beisley and Amy Shannon. Picture: Andrew Fox

Musical celebration to mark William Partridge Centenary The spirit of William Partridge will be celebrated in Roscommon on Saturday, 15th of July when the Dublin-based Clé Club will host a series of events in honour of the Irish Citizens Army volunteer, trade union organiser and labour leader on the centenary of his death. William Partridge is buried in Kilcoman Cemetary, where Countess Markieviez fired a volley at his funeral in July

1917, wearing Partridge’s Citizens Army tunic. On 15th of July Clé Club Cathaoirleach Des Geraghty will lay a wreath at his grave. William Partridge was born in Sligo in 1874 and was reared in Ballaghaderreen. Des Geraghty’s brother, the late Hugh Geraghty, wrote a biography of Partridge and the Clé Club visit is intended to continue Hugh’s work of highlighting the contri-

bution of an unjustly neglected figure in Irish history. The Clé Club group of singers, musicians and labour historians hope that local people, as well as people attending the 2017 Douglas Hyde Conference that weekend, will join them from 1 pm on 15th of July for the wreath-laying ceremony and pipe music at Partridge’s grave. The ceremony will be followed by an informal gathering in

Spells Bar at Pound Street, Kilcolman, Ballaghaderreen. At 3.20 pm the visiting group will adjourn to the Douglas Hyde Interpretative Centre at Frenchpark for a talk about Partridge, by Des Geraghty, starting at 4 pm. This will be followed by a Clé Club music session from 6 pm-8 pm at ‘Into the West’, the café/bar across the road from the Interpretative Centre.

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reflect our heritage at this year’s festival, running from 28th-30th of July. Photographs and relevant details (names, dates, etc. where available) can be emailed to rooskeyheritagefestival@gmail.com or you can contact Orla on 087-3134045.

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(Above) John Tobin was the half-time guest of honour at the Connacht Final on Sunday last. He is pictured in his Dream Machine (with which he climbed Croagh Patrick) with Galway and Roscommon supporters.

Pictured (left) in Salthill on Sunday last were Roz McDonnell and Chloe Bonner.

Pictured (right) in Pearse Stadium, Salthill on Sunday last were Rachel Mulligan and Clodagh McFadden.

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Pictured in Pearse Stadium, Salthill on Sunday last were Martin O’Dowd, Padraig Tiernan, Cian Nolan, Richard O’Dowd and Jamie O’Dowd.

Pictured in Pearse Stadium, Salthill on Sunday last were Ronnie and Joan O’Grady.

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Pictured in Pearse Stadium, Salthill on Sunday last were Seamus and Annette Scanlon.

Pictured in Pearse Stadium, Salthill on Sunday last were Alan Lyons, John Devaney, Danny and Michael Hughes and Pat Lyons.

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Pictured at Claire Flanagan’s 30th birthday celebrations in Kenny’s, Ballintubber on Saturday night last were Teresa O’Halloran, Claire Flanagan and Carmel Beirne.

Pictured at Claire Flanagan’s 30th birthday celebrations in Kenny’s, Ballintubber on Saturday night last were John, Claire and Kay Flanagan.

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Pictured (left) at Claire Flanagan’s 30th birthday celebrations in Kenny’s, Ballintubber on Saturday night last were Una and Aidan Kelly.

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Pictured (above) at Claire Flanagan’s 30th birthday celebrations in Kenny’s, Ballintubber on Saturday night last were Samantha Gibbs and Mary Flanagan. Pictured (right) at Claire Flanagan’s 30th birthday celebrations in Kenny’s, Ballintubber on Saturday night last were Paul Claffey and Claire Flanagan.

Pictured at Claire Flanagan’s 30th birthday celebrations in Kenny’s, Ballintubber on Saturday night last were Evelyn Bergin and Liam Rowntree.

Pictured at Claire Flanagan’s 30th birthday celebrations in Kenny’s, Ballintubber on Saturday night last were Siobhán Flanagan, Áine Flanagan and Claire Flanagan.

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Pictured at the Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel on Monday night last were Enda Fitzmaurice, Paul Naughton, Nicola and David Crean. Pictured at the Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel on Monday night last were Claire Finnegan and Barry Kirwan.

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Race Dance, Abbey Hotel Pics: Andrew Fox Pictured (below) at the Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel on Monday night last were Christina Fahey and Pauline Guiney.

Pictured (right) at the Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel on Monday night last were Saoirse Flanagan and Michaela McHugh.

Pictured at the Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel on Monday night last were Thomas McNulty and Laura Murphy.

Pictured at the Race Dance in the Abbey Hotel on Monday night last were Jenny Cooney, Martina Brehony and Denise Groarke.

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NewsPeople Bernie retires as Muintir Na Tire development ofﬁcer Bernard Kearney, a wellknown Development Officer with Muintir na Tire for the Western Garda Region, is retiring on Friday, July 21st after 25 years’ service. As one of the five Development Officers throughout the country working with Muintir na Tire, Bernard attended meetings with Garda Community Relations in Dublin. It is at these meetings that ideas such as Community and Text Alerts were put in place and the Bernard Kearney use of CCTV as a crime deterrent was discussed. During Bernard’s time as a development officer, the Community/Text Alert has expanded to include approximately 330 groups in the Western Region. Following an introduction of pilot Text Alert schemes in 2009, the alert system was officially launched in 2013 by the Garda Commissioner in association with Muintir na Tire, Neighbourhood Watch and the IFA. Following representation from Muintir na Tire a Text Alert rebate grant was launched in 2016 and 140 groups availed of this in the Western Region. Over the years Bernard has worked with Gardaí from all levels as well as with many community groups and he has offered his thanks for their commitment and courtesy and friendship along the way. Bernard also thanked the media: newspapers, local radio and RTE for their help as well as County Council engineers for the organising and erection of poles and signs for groups. Both Bernard and Muintir na Tire have a high regard for volunteers and Muintir na Tire have been promoting this since 1937. Even though Bernard is retiring from his role as a development officer, he will still be involved with many community groups as a volunteer. We wish him well for the future.

‘Straight Outta Connemara’ Paraic Breathnach is the quintessential ‘Man from the West’ who has ploughed a unique furrow in popular art through his role as a founder of Macnas and on his TG4 show ‘Soiscéal Pháraic’. Probably best known as ‘Jacksie’ from ‘Killnascully’, he now takes to the stage at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday, 14th of July at 8 pm with his new show, ‘Straight Outta Connemara’. Breathnach comes from a long line of storytellers. Brought up in South Connemara, he was immersed in the Seanachie tradition at an early age and he uses the traditional format to tell modern stories, tales and yarns about growing up in the West. The stories continue after he leaves Connemara and tries to cope with the real world of sidewalks, pedestrian crossings and escalators. From broke and hungry in a Galway bedsit to living it up with cocktails and canapés on a deck in San Francisco. Breathnach’s storytelling will lead the audience on a cosán dearg of detours, diversions and devilment visiting various places around the known world and finding humour and laughter even in the most miserable circumstances. Don’t miss this one of a kind evening of story and tale told in the unmistakeable style of Paraic Breathnach. Booking now at Roscommon Arts Centre on 0906625824/www.roscommonartscentre.ie

PUBLIC NOTICES

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council intends to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed: N63 from junction with L7126 Ballinagard Road, Roscommon to junction with L70521 Lisnamult, Roscommon. Period of Closure: From 7th August to 11th August 2017 inclusive. Alternative Routes: Northbound traffic take R362 in Athleague and onto the R366 to Roscommon. Southbound traffic shall travel the reverse of this route.

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Reason for Closures: To install culverts across the N63 in Ballinagard, Roscommon. Objections may be made in writing to the undersigned in relation to the proposed temporary road closure to arrive not later than Thursday 20th July 2017.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Eugene Dwyer Head of Roads & Transportation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98

Proposed Sale of Rural Housing Plots Roscommon County Council is offering for sale by tender (14) fourteen rural Housing Plots. “Expressions of Interest” and “Offers subject to contract for Purchase” of any plot from the list will be received by Corporate Services Section, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon up to but not later than 12 .00 noon, Friday, 11th August, 2017. Derelict Rural Housing Plots available Address

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Ballina, Dysart, Ballinasloe

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Carrowbaun, Castleplunket

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Carrowgarve, Tibohine

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Clogher Upper, Ballinlough

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Cloonlumney,Carracastle, Ballaghaderreen

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Corskeagh, Frenchpark

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F45 WP84

Creevy, Lisacaul, Castlerea

2 Bed

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Grange, Curraghboy, Athlone

site

No Eircode

Grangebeg, Boyle

3 Bed

F42 YX95

Gubbarrudda, Arigna

2 bed

N41 F446

Kilmurray, Castleplunket, Castlerea

2 Bed

No Eircode

Lisagallon, Cloverhill

3 Bed

F42 RF63

Longford Upper, Castlerea

4 Bed

F45 YK07

Srabra, Arigna, Lough Allen

2 Bed

No Eircode

A map of each site and tender documentation may be viewed on the website at www.roscommoncoco.ie or alternatively they may be requested from the Housing Business Unit, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon during normal office hours by telephoning (090) 6637230. Roscommon County Council is subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 1997 – 2014. NOTE: Envelopes containing “Expressions of Interest” and “Offers subject to contract for Purchase” should be clearly endorsed “Sale of Rural Housing Plots 2017”. A separate bid must be made for each plot. Mr. Derek Caldbeck A/Head of Finance & Housing (to include ICT), Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon F42 VR98

Local Property Tax-Public Consultation Process NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF SETTING A LOCAL ADJUSTMENT FACTOR The Finance (Local Property Tax) Act 2012 (as amended), makes specific provision that elected members of a local authority may pass a formal resolution to vary the basic rate of the Local Property Tax for their administrative area by a percentage known as the local adjustment factor. At the meeting set by Roscommon County Council to consider this matter, the members may set a local adjustment factor within the range of +/15% of the basic rate, or, may decide not to adjust the basic rate. Roscommon County Council will meet on 25th of September 2017 to consider the setting of a local adjustment factor. Roscommon County Council welcomes written submissions from the public on this matter specifically covering the potential effects of varying the basic rate of the Local Property Tax on businesses, individuals and on local authority services. Submissions must be received by 12th August 2017 and be sent to: Local Property Tax Consultation Roscommon County Council The Courthouse Roscommon or LPT@roscommoncoco.ie Signed: Eugene Cummins Chief Executive Dated: 7th July 2017

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Lughnasa Show & Sale of Autumn Weanlings – Tuesday, August 8th at 5 p.m.

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Entry is now open for local dairy breeders to represent Co. Roscommon and compete in a very prestigious annual dairy livestock contest. Fondly known as the ‘All-Ireland for dairy cows’, the Diageo Baileys Champion Dairy Cow competition is sponsored by Diageo and its cream supplier Glanbia Ireland and takes place on the 23rd of August at

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Manager’s report… Brendan Egan, Castlerea Mart “There were 570 cattle on offer this week and trade and prices are holding firm for all classes of stock with bigger numbers presented for sale this week. “Farmers, feedlots and strong export demand ensured a good clearance took place with some very strong prices paid for short keep stock while the top quality weanlings on offer also reported some fancy prices. Breeding stock and calves also had renewed interest this week while the dry cow trade is holding firm. “Cows with calves at foot made from €1000 to €2460 for a Lim cow and her Limousin bull calf at foot. Springer cows made from €1080 to €1300 per head.”

Lmx 375kgs €1120, Ch 405kgs €1130, Ch 505kgs €1480, Ch 528kgs €1355, Ch 575kgs €1435, AA 645kgs €1570, Lm 550kgs €1320.

AA hfr €280, BHer hfr €250, Chx bull €400, Her Bull €390.

Heifers

Ch 235kgs €845, Ch 260kgs €815, Lm 355kgs €1000, Lm 405kgs €1030, Lm 395kgs €1120.

Lm 410kgs €1205, Lm 470kgs €1265, Ch 440kgs €1190, AA 635kgs €1500, Ch 615kgs €1430, Si 670kgs €1565.

Dry cows Lm 650kgs €1335, BBx 750kgs €147,5 Lm 655kgs €1310, Ch 770kgs €1465, Ch 735kgs €1420.

Weanling bulls

Weanling heifers Ch 290kgs €935, Ch 255kgs €835, Lmx 310kgs €1125, BBx 360kgs €1140, Lm 345kgs €1075.

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Lm X 660kgs €1360, Ch X 565 kgs €1200, Ch X 650 kgs €1130, SiX 615 kgs €1065, Lm X 580 kgs €1000, SI 400 kgs €800.

Lm 625 kgs €1480, Lm 475 kgs €1200, CH X 490 kgs €1125, LM X 440 kgs €1105, LM X 435 kgs €1100, CH X 415kgs €1090, CH X 505kgs €1000, Lm X 375kgs €900.

Heifers

Finished lambs

Ch X 445 kgs €1225, BB X 520 kgs €1220, 2 SIX 477.5 kgs €1165, Lm X 470 kgs €1115, Lm X 440 kgs €1100, CHX 440 kgs €1050, LM X 400 kgs €1010, 2 CHX 427.5kgs €1010, Lim X 340 kgs €945, CHX 395kgs €900.

54 kgs €121, 50 kgs €117, 51 kgs €117, 46.3 kgs €112.5, 48.3 kgs €110, 44.8 kgs €108, 44.7 kgs €107, 45.10 kgs €107, 46kgs €107.

Store lambs 41.3kgs €90, 40 kgs €90, 37.7 kgs €89, 37kgs €88, 37 kgs €85, 38.4 kgs €85.

Manager’s report… Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There were small numbers on offer again this week. Prices for bullocks averaged from €2.37 per kilo up to €2.77 per kilo. There was a steady trade for heifers with prices ranging from €2.39 per kilo up to €2.62 per kilo. The number of dry cows on offer was small again this week, with prices averaging from €1.88 per kilo up to €2.12 per kilo. “There will be a special 58th Anniversary sale for heifers and bullocks tomorrow (Friday, 14th) at 11 am. There will be 50 pens of bullocks and 45 pens of heifers on offer as well as dry cows, suckler cows and weanlings. “We had a similar entry of sheep on offer this week. There was a steady trade for spring lambs with the tops making €121 for 54 kgs. There was a good demand for store lambs. Prices for cast ewes ranged from €55 up to €122 per head.”

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

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

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•Serving County Roscommon and surrounding area • For all Special Occasions • Standard Castles, Combi Castles, Obstacle Courses and much more.

PHONE NO: 087 4668675

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Padraic Cryan • House & Commercial Developments CONTACT PADRAIC ON: 086 2867950 OR EMAIL padraiccryan@gmail.com

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• Removes up to 50% more than traditional methods • Firebacks replaced and flues repaired • Can be cleaned from the bottom up • Chimney cowels and crow guards fitted Pwer washing and gutter cleaning services.

Please contact: Tel: 087 2798704

CHIMNEY CLEANING CHIMNEY CLEANING POWER SWEPT No Mess Reasonable Charge ALSO AVAILABLE FOR POWER WASHING

TELEPHONE: 087 9657933 090 66 26752

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Mark Kilgallon B.Sc Podiatry (Hons) M.Ch.S.I.

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

Fergal 086 1016899 COMPUTERS DC Computer Services

Phone No: (087) 4136355

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CAREER ADVICE

Providing IT services for Homes, Businesses & Schools. Home Callouts. No Fix No Fee. PC Maintenance – Upgrades, Repairs, Virus & Spyware removal. Network Solutions – Cabling, Hardware & Software Installation & Maintenance. Contact David Conboy Tel: 087 7496459

Department of Health Approved

EVERY FRIDAY St. Joseph’s Resource Centre, Boyle For appointment 085 1503353 086 8538404 Email: m.kilgallon23@ gmail.com

• House Visits • Insoles and Orthotics Prescribed • Chiropody Services Clinics also in Ballaghaderreen and Castlebar.

Kathleen’s Mobile Footcare Provided in the comfort of your own home Kathleen Wynne MCFHP, MAFHP

Foot Care Practitioner

071 9637984 / 086 3562718

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

DRIVING LESSONS

Paul McStay

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

EDT Lessons Available

Email: info@dccomputerservices.ie Web: www.dccomputerservices.ie

COUNSELLING

Patrick Lynch

ROSCOMMON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Specialising in:

• BACK PAIN • HEADACHES • NECK PAIN • LIMB PAIN

Phone: (086) 8433433

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

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

DOCKERY’S SCHOOL OF MOTORING • ROSCOMMON

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

(094) 98 80281/ (087) 2031909

School of Motoring RSA REGISTERED AND FORMER DRIVER TESTER

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

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

FARMING  A B AT TO I R S E R V I C E AVA I L A B L E : Cattle, lambs and pigs. Ready for freezing. Home Cured and Honey Dry cured traditional bacon (not pumped with water) now available. TEL: Webb’s Butcher’s, 094 96 20005 or 086 4094715.

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Classifieds FARMING BOOM SPRAYER TESTING SERVICE • Sprayers tested on owners premises • Test report D.A.F.M. stickers provided. • Small stock parts fitted on site (if necessary) Contact: Thomas Neilan on 087 2395171 or 090-6663069 e-mail:

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

FOR SALE  FOR SALE: New complete double divan bed including leather base and headboard, memory foam pocket sprung mattress. Still in packaging. Retail €950, will sell for €240 including free delivery. Tel: 086 4438919.  FOR SALE: Eight beautiful panelled teak doors with mortises and handles in situ. Price reasonable. TEL: 086 8542686.

GARDENING

thomasneilan4@gmail.com

D.A.F.M. Approved Reg No: EL000083  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 €75 per roll. Also staples and nails available. Contact Tom on 086 2628439.

FOR SALE: 50 bales of hay and rushes Baled on 8th July Selling cheap to clear Tulsk area

• Woodchipping • Log Splitting • Tree Surgery • Hedge Cutting

Bernard Conroy Timber Clearance Ltd Tel: 087 2533101 or 090 66 22328 Over 30 years in business

DES KELLY FENCING Over 20 years in business All types of fencing supplied and erected Including: • Cresoted Posts • Agricultural Fencing • Site Fencing • Security Fencing • Post & Rail Fencing • Concrete Fencing • Grant Approved Fencing No job too big or too small Just give us a call on 087 2346364  FRANCIS REGAN FENCING LTD: For all your agri fencing needs. Tel: 087 2172281.

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

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

Phone John on 087 2860428

 LANDSCAPING AVAILABLE for building and ground works, hedge, lawn cutting ,hedge planting and general maintenance TEL: 085 2854468

HOLISTIC

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

● Amatsu Therapy ● Neuromuscular therapy

& orthopaedic sports massage

Appointments with Anne:

ALL ABOUT THE GARDEN

Molloy’s Pharmacy, The Harrison Centre, Roscommon

• Roscommon Town

Tel: 087 2721757

• Grass and Hedge

www.aobtherapies.com www.facebook.com/ AOBTherapies Vouchers available online

Cutting • General Maintenance • Strimming and Weeding

CONTACT KEVIN: 090 6630879 087 2835742

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

Contact Walter on 087 9519873

Garden Clearance Complete garden clearance services with debris disposed of. Safety certified and insured. TEL: 086 2437376

HOLISTIC

GARDENING SERVICES

LANDSCAPING DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL SERVICE

Tel: 087-2311040

FENCING/GATES

GARDENING

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

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

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

Tattie Hoaker, Health Store, Goff Street, Roscommon

Phone: (086) 3614230

PAINTING & DECORATING

PLANNINGS

MORRIS LOHAN

PAINTER & DECORATOR Neuromuscular Therapy Providing: • Deep Tissue Massage Sports Massage • Dry Needling • Sports Injury Treatment • Postural Analysis & Corrective Treatment Treatments may be covered by Laya or Aviva Healthcare For Appointment Contact:

Michael O’Reilly Roscommon Primary Care Centre Golf Links Road Roscommon Town Tel: 087 2979855 email: mormovement10@ gmail.com

JOAN MOORE Therapy Rooms • Sports Massage • Deep Tissue Massage • Reflexology • Indian head Massage • Reiki • Aromatherapy • Dry needling • Thai Massage Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon

(087) 9201818 Gift vouchers now available

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

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

Private & Commercial Power washing 25 years experience Free Estimates Given

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

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING & DECORATING CONTRACTOR

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

086 3482387

For all your decorating needs

info@moleskinarchitecture.com

CONTACT JOHN 086 4679798

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PAINTING & DECORATING

PAT TREACY • Painting and Decorating • Commercial & Domestic • Spray Painting • Wallpapering • Power Washing

Tel: (086) 8077313 PHYSICAL THERAPIST Roscommon Physical Therapy Clinic 18 years experience in treating babies to adults Physical Therapy CranioSacral Therapy Medical Dry Needling Prescription Orthotics Pilates – Small Classes Can we help you? Call us today to enquire Ph. 090 663 0009 Like us on Facebook www.rosptc.com We are now located at: 2 Castleview, Castle Street, Roscommon F42 C902

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PLANNINGS

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Padraig and Tina Brennan for planning permission for the following: 1) Demolish existing house and decommisson existing treatment system 2) Construct replacement house and domestic garage with advanced treatment system and polishing filter and all ancillary site works at Cloontogher Td & Kilteevan Td, Kilteevan, Roscommon Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie. That the planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Parwinder & Annabel Singh for the following: Permission to demolish existing domestic shed. Planning Permission to construct new domestic garage to rear of dwelling house at Ballindrimley Road, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie. That the planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

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

www.morrislohan.ie ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying on behalf of Roscommon Racecourse Ltd for Planning Permission for retention of revisions to the roof design, type and style and for any other alterations to the Tote Building to that which differs from planning permission granted under PD 15/251 at Carrownabrickna Td, Co Roscommon. Signed: AOL Design Ltd. Consulting Engineers C/O Albert Looby, Killeenboy, zKilteevan, Co Roscommon. Tel: (090) 66 28184 Mobile:(086) 8167365 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 a fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

PSYCHIC DOLORES PSYCHIC MEDIUM CLAIRVOYANT

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

OUR DEADLINE IS STRICTLY 2PM ON TUESDAY

We cannot guarantee publication after this time

THE MOST READ NEWSPAPER IN COUNTY ROSCOMMON! TEL: 090 66 34633 EMAIL: advertising@ roscommonpeople.ie

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Classifieds PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I Liam Fallon intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission to erect twelve Solar Photo Voltaic panels on the roof of my house at Lisseenamanragh, Dysart, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Liam Fallon. The application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on the 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 We are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of our client Mr. Pat McDonagh, for planning permission for the site located in Falledeen Townland, Ballinlough, Co. Roscommon; we seek permission for the following: 1) Change of use from former retail/ butchery to a) Part residential dwelling, b) Part funeral parlour; 2) Amendments to existing front elevation. Signed: Conlon Consulting Engineering Ltd. CL Building, Racecourse Rd. Roscommon (Ph 0906665341) (Agent), info@conlonconsulting.ie This 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, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

FAMILY CIRCLE FAMILY CIRCLE 09/07/17 FIRST PRIZE €50: Michael Ward SECOND PRIZE €25: Mc Guinness Pharmacy

THIRD PRIZE €20: Michael Oates, Eight Til Late

8 RESIDUAL PRIZES OF €10 EACH: Mary Fogarty c/o K. Hoare Larry Boyle c/o K. Collins Martina O’ Riordan c/o K. Finan Maureen Kelly c/o K. Hoare, Eileen Kelly c/o Breda Healy, Andrew Berne c/o K. Collins, Mary Fogarty c/o K. Hoare, Alanna, Amy c/o Magnums 5 PROMOTERS PRIZES OF €5 EACH: Kathleen Hoare Pat Kelly Ann Brennan Oliver Tully Pat Kelly

Total Receipts: €478 Total Prizes: €200

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

PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Cootehall Community Development Group Ltd for planning permission for the change of use of existing barracks/residential accommodation to Cootehall Barracks Community House and Library including minor alterations/improvement works to existing building to include provision of new windows and for the provision of a pedestrian access gate to adjoining public car park and all necessary ancillary siteworks at Cootehall, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Seamus Dowd & Associates Ltd, Surveyors, Project Managers & Building Consultants. T: 090) 6623417, Mob. 086-8546035. 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.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, ArchEngTech Consulting Ltd, are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Fergal and Eileen Kelly, for planning permission to construct a new dwelling house and garage with connection to the public sewer together with all its associated site works at Mountain Upper, Falledeen Road, Ballinlough, Co. Roscommon. Signed: ArchEngTech Consulting Ltd, Bawn Street, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. Telephone: 071 9634729 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, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submission or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant the application.

PROPERTIES TO LET/RENT/WANTED  TO LET: Large spacious apartment, The Walk, Roscommon town. Call anytime except on Thursdays. TEL: 087 2822534.

PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Alan Jury and Grace O’Connor intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to construct single storey dwelling, domestic garage, proprietary effluent treatment unit and percolation area, associated site development works and services at Lissalway, (Castlerea), Co. Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural + Design Services Ltd. Architects Fallon Avenue Roscommon Phone 090 6626974 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 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 the 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.

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

 Mature professional lady seeks accommodation in Roscommon town. References provided. TEL: 086-0579123  Detached house wanted: Private Buyer. Minimum 3 bed and within 6 miles of Roscommon town. Please Reply to box No: 1037 c/o Roscommon People Abbey Street.

TUITION GRINDS IN JUNIOR AND LEAVING CERTIFICATE BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTING Tutoring for college students in Business, Accountancy and Taxation.

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.

REFLEXOLOGY

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

DOG WALKER/ PET SITTER

REFLEXOLOGY

HUGH KILDUFF Hackney Service

 PET SITTERS AND DOG WALKING SERVICE Roscommon Town and surrounding areas . TEL: 083 8070169. (14th to the 28th of July)

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)

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Tel: 087 2264951 Find us on facebook

(086) 2479829 KELLY’S EYE Taxi and Mini Bus hire.

PHONE: 087-2727888.

TOMMY GILLIGAN

CABS

TELEPHONE: 086 8099 503

JOHN BEATTIE SITUATIONS VACANT  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED to look after two children in Ballyleague/ Lanesboro area. School going age, Monday – Friday. Must have own car, garda vetting and references essential. Please Reply to box No: 1038, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.  PERSON REQUIRED: to teach 12 year old boy touch typing before September. Please reply to box No: 1036 c/o Roscommon People Abbey Street

Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

086 2670670 BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Pete’s Cabs

Roscommon

 LADY REQUIRED: to look after 3 children in children’s own home. 4 days a week. Lecarrow area. Please reply to box No: 1035 c/o Roscommon People Abbey Street  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED: Athleague area. To mind two young children in children’s own home. Experience and fluent English essential. 5 days per week 8.30-4.30. TEL: 087 1947130

SITUATIONS WANTED  MATURE PROFESSIONAL LADY AVAILABLE as a companion to elderly person in Roscommon town. TEL: 086-0579123  LOCAL WOMAN AVAILABLE for evening and weekdays for cleaning. TEL : 086 3523618

– Contact –

Peter Lynch 086 8400002

Padraig Healy Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible

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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TURF/FUEL/ FIREWOOD  THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL OFFERS: • Bags of seasoned timber €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. €75 DEAL: 1 tonne logs + 1 tonne turf, 2 bags 20kg coal + 1 free bale briquettes: for €75 • Tonne bags of turf and timber €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.  FOR SALE: Turf and firewood can be delivered very good black turf. TEL 094 9861006  ONGOING SALE: This year screened black hopper turf. Sold in various loads (discounts for multiple loads). TEL: 087 7462440 WANTED: Fallen trees for firewood. Ash, Beech, Birch and Whitethorn. We are safety certified and insured. Phone: 086 2437376.

USEFUL SERVICES Do you have a house or shed that you want cleaned out and all unwanted items removed? If so ring: 087 9657933/090 6626752  ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE: Rewires, first and second fix new houses, fuse board upgrade. All farm buildings and sheds, security lighting and garden lights. Tel Tom on 086 0815802.  ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE: Safe electric registered. All work considered. No job too small. Phone Paul on 086 2553153 anytime or email: p0862553153@gmail.com

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

TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815

USEFUL SERVICES

Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business

LOFT LADDERS Aluminium

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do all them small jobs 094 96 31880 087 9100477 www.oddjobsolutions.ie

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

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

WINDOW CLEANING  WINDOW CLEANING: Competitive rates. All areas covered. Also Gutters/fascias. Contact John: (087) 2291931. Acceptance of an advertisement or payment therefore is not to be taken as implying guarantee that the advertisement will be published. The right is reserved to refuse to insert any advertisement, without giving any reason; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisement previously published, without compensation for any loss or damage claimed for non-publication. Publication of an advertisement cannot be guaranteed on a specific week or at all, whether or not a particular week has been stipulated by the advertiser, and the company will not be liable for any loss claimed by such omission, whether from all editions or any particular edition or editions of the paper. Right is reserved to alter any advertisement without liability for any compensation for such alteration. Further, the company does not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccuracy in the printing of any advertisement.

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CHIMNEY REPAIRS

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MAL HEVEHAN Telephone: 086

8100292

email: malhevehan@hotmail.com

KENNELS

• Relining • Rebuilding • CCTV Camera Inspection

CATHAL DOOLEY 087 6579064

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

Dead & Worn-Out Animals Contact

JOHN GREENE BALLINASLOE

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DOG KENNELS WE ARE NOW TAKING BOOKINGS CALL TODAY TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT NEW Luxury heated kennels available now

To arrange a booking please call our office on 090-666 5555

TARMACADAM

Donamon

Tarmacadam LTD Specialising in Kerbing, Tar and Chips and Tarmacadam. Machine or hand laid. All types of drainage/ septic tank upgrades and new percolation.

Contact (086) 4007158

Cellulose, Sheepswool, Fibreglass, SIGA Airtightness

Call in or contact us for free advice and quotes

info@ecowise.ie

www.ecowise.ie

2nd Fix Carpentry Munsboro, Roscommon • Fitted Kitchens & bedroom units

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FamilyNotices ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES KELLY Elsie

BURKE Damian

FALLON PETER

Tobberavaddy, Athleague, Co. Roscommon 4th Anniversary away from home - 15th July, 2017

Cloonfad, Ballyhaunis, Co. Roscommon Who died on 21st July 2014 (3rd Anniversary)

(1st Anniversary) Late of Donamon, Co. Roscommon

The years have passed very quickly I wish I could tell you All the times I’ve longed to hear You tell a yarn or one of your jokes. So many tales to tell you and so many Momentous occasions without you You’re not forgotten, Mam dear, Nor ever shall you be As long as life and memory last, We will remember thee. No one knows the silent heartaches, Only those who have lost can tell Of the grief that’s borne in silence. To say Mam we love you and we always will Of how you are missed and how we have grown And all of the children that are missing you so. Our memories of you we will keep you near and pass them on to those who are dear. You’re so wonderful to think of But so hard to live without. We miss you from your fireside chair Your loving smile and gentle air Your vacant place no one can fill We miss you Mam and always will. Always in our thoughts Forever in our hearts.

Loved and missed every day, her loving sons and daughters, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Elsie’s Anniversary Mass is on Sunday, 23rd July, 2017 at 11.30am in Castlecoote Church.

MULDOON Vincent and Catherine

You never said I’m leaving, You never said goodbye You were gone before we knew it And only God knows why. A thousand times we’ve needed you, And just as much we’ve cried, If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still, In our hearts you hold a place no one could ever fill. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God took you Home.

Forever in our hearts … love Mam, Dad, Declan, Eugene and Amanda. Damian’s 3rd Anniversary Mass will take place in St. Patrick’s Church, Cloonfad on Sunday 23rd July at 10.30am.

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

Maidstone, Kent, England and formerly of Kiltulogue, Ballymacurley, Co. Roscommon

Sadly missed each day by your loving family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday 16th July at 10am in Clooneycolgan Church, Donamon, Co. Roscommon.

GARVEY Kathleen

NAUGHTON Maurice

The Grove, Kilteevan, Roscommon (4th Anniversary)

(6th Anniversary) Treasured memories of Maurice Naughton, late of 5 St. Theresa’s Tce, Roscommon, who died on 17th July 2011 R.I.P. A silent thought A quiet prayer For someone special In God’s care.

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

Always loved and sadly missed, by your loving family.

Always remembered by his loving family. Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Monday 17th July 2017 at 9.30am.

The death occurred of Oliver Egan, Maidstone, Kent, England and formerly of Kiltulgoue, Ballymacurley, Co. Roscommon, peacefully in hospital on 7th of May 2017. Oliver will be sadly missed by his wife Sue, daughter Barbara, sons Tomas, Patrick and Brendan, brothers Pat and Jim, sisters Mary, Winnie, Stella, Nancy, Kitty and Eileen. Mass for Repose of his soul in Ballinaheglish Church on Saturday 15th July at 12 o’clock.

As we lovingly remember Peter on the First Anniversary of his death, his family wish to offer our heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support and sympathy we received on our sad loss. Thank you to all those who travelled to Luton for Peter’s Funeral Mass and Burial, attended his Month’s Mind Mass in Cloverhill Church and to those who called to our homes, sent messages of sympathy, Mass Cards and floral tributes, we are forever grateful for such thoughtful and kind gestures. We would also like to thank our neighbours and friends for all their kindness and support to our family. A very special thanks to Peter’s many wonderful friends who cared for and supported him during his illness and brought him such comfort during that difficult time, we will be forever grateful to you all. Peter’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on July 16th in Donamon Castle at 10am.

BEIRNE Fr. Thomas (Tom) (1st Anniversary) On the First Anniversary of Fr. Tom’s death, who passed away on 19th July 2016, we fondly remember a wonderful uncle, a great cousin and friend to all and a dedicated Priest to the parishioners in the many parishes in which he served. His care and kindness to the sick and elderly was exemplary. Thank you to those who supported him so loyaly during his illness at his home and all the medical personnel involved in his care in hospital. We remember especially the people of Newbridge Parish and all who participated at his Removal and Funeral Service - those who prepared the Church, readers, those who formed the Guard of Honour, stewards, teachers and choir, Funeral Directors, people who assisted with the catering and the many other parishioners involved in organising a truly memorable farewell to Fr. Tom. We thank Bishop Doran, Bishop Jones and Priests and Deacons of the diocese and surrounding parishes who officiated at his Funeral Mass and Burial. Thank you to all who sent Mass Cards and good wishes during his illness and after his death. Masses will be offered for your intentions.

SNYPE (nee Madden) Gretta Late of Hollywell, Derrane In loving memory of a dear Mother, who died on July 18th 2001 R.I.P. (16th Anniversary)

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

Remembering you today and always, by all your loving family, friends and neighbours. Mam’s Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 15th July in Derrane Church at 7pm.

KEARNEY Martina Hawthorn Drive, Roscommon (7th Anniversary)

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

Sadly missed by her husband Danny, daughter Rita, son David, son-in-law Robert, daughter-in-law Mary and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Friday 14th July at 9.30am.

O’DONOVAN Margaret

RAFTERY Mary

Park Head, Celtic Avenue, Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

Cooltigue, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon (3rd Anniversary)

Reunited with Paddy and Seamus. Cherished memories of a wonderful mother and grandmother, who passed away on 14th July 2016

In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, who died on 21st July 2014

A day that’s filled with sadness Returns to us today To mark the day you left us And quickly slipped away The face we love is missing The voice we love is still The hands who did so much for us Are resting at God’s will. We never fail to think of you We only wish we could go home And find you waiting there. Will those who think of mammy today A little prayer to Jesus say.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by daughters Anne and Mary, Paul, Simon, Eoin, Tara and John. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 15th July at 9.30am in Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon.

No matter how life changes No matter what we do There’s a special place within our hearts That will always be for you

Always remembered by your Maria, Paul and all the family. Anniversary Mass on Friday 14th July at 8pm in Fourmilehouse Church.

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The Lady is a champ! Roscommon Races Ladies’ Day sparkles. See page 48. Corina Hynes from Sligo was the winner of the SuperValu Ladies’ Day at the Roscommon Races. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Tom Dooley and Sean Davis, green cap, win from Alan’s Pride and Gary Halpin.

Thermistocles, blue cap, beats Slippery Serpent, red cap and West Burma.

This weekend’s action Racing today is in the north at Downpatrick with a 3.05 pm start and after a slight rest, the Bulmers Music series returns to Leopardstown with racing off at 5.50 pm. Tomorrow, racing takes place in Cork at 5.35 pm and in Proudstown Park outside Navan at 5.25 pm. Saturday sees the first of a two-day meeting at headquarters with racing at 3.10 pm and at 2.05 pm on Sunday with the Irish Oaks the centrepiece of the Saturday card. There is also a national hunt card at Sligo as they kick off their season for 2017 at 1.50 pm. Monday, and the 4-day Killarney Festival starts at 6 pm.

Review of Lenebane

Horses for Courses by Tom Red

John Oxx recorded his sixth victory in 10 years in the Listed Lenebane Stakes when Flying Faries stayed on best under Gary Carroll, completing a personal double, to win by 1¼l and ½l from Glamourous Approach and Savannah Storm. Nine horses went to post in the opening Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden, but with two withdrawn at the start e/w punters were denied one place as Sheila Lavery’s Burgundy Boy, who battled hard with Port Lions to win under a strong ride from Gary Carroll by a head with Daliyah 6l away in 3rd. Aspen Belle led pillar to post to win the Property Partners Earley Auctioneers Fillies Handicap to win by 5½l and 1¼l from Botanical Lady and Dinky Inty. Limerick trainer Richard John O’Brien provided 1st and 2nd in the Supervalu’s Roscommon Apprentice Handicap as Sean Davis drove Tom Dooley out to win by a short-head from more fancied stablemate Alan’s Pride. Invincible Queen did not live up to her name, 4¾l back in third. Panstarr showed that front running tactics worked on the night in the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Fillies Maiden with a 4¼l and ½l victory over Dawn Choir and Artistic Melody. Jim Bolger Trained the winner and she was ridden by son-in-law Kevin Manning. The pair doubled up in the next when Slaney Street made every post a winning one finishing ¾l and 1½l ahead of Auckland and Gustavus Vassa in the Roscommon Herald Handicap. Brian McMahon’s Powersbomb,

Tommy Carberry aboard 1975 Grand National winner L’Escargot.

trained in Strandhill, Sligo, won the closing Lilac Rooms Maiden under Colin Keane from Flaming Sea and Secret Splendor by 6½l and ½l franking the form of locally owned Miss Mardan, who beat him at Ballinrobe recently. In the feature race of Tuesday evening, Connolly’s Red Mills Rated Novice Hurdle, Willie Mullins’ Robin Des Foret made all to reverse the form with a disappointing Dorans River winning by 7l on Tuesday evening with Cook Islands ¾ l back in 3rd. Willie Mullins’ 7-Y-O ridden by Paul Townend was completing a double for both who had won the opening race with the 11/10 fav Law Girl who won by 11l and ¾ l from The Birdie Crow and High School Days. The Ken Budds trained Ted Bach, 11/1 morning price to 5-1 favourite, landed the gamble in the Larry O’Farrelly Memorial Handicap Hurdle beating I Will Follow and Whenthewindblows by ¾l and 2l under Davy Russell. High Five Oscar won the Adare Manor Opportunity Hurdle for Athenry trainer Pat Kelly and jockey Adam Short who were sixth in a maiden hurdle here last month. The winner won ¾l and 5½l from Bosco Di Alco and Ard Na Carraig. Presenting Julio under Donagh Meyler gave Gordon Elliott a winner in the Leo Dolan Memorial Handicap Hurdle from Sir Ector and Courtncatcher by 5l and ½l in the final hurdle race. Joseph O’Brien’s Thermistocles under Tom Hamilton beat Slippery Serpent and West Burma 1¾l and 3l in the penultimate bumper. The first two home were well backed but WP Mullins’ West Burma

went for a walk in the market. Steady in the market at 2/1 the Katie Walsh ridden Vittorio won the concluding Ladies Bumper completing a WP Mullins a treble. The mare beat Tasigohalainn and O’Faolain’s Cailin 9l and ½l. Young L J Gilligan had his first rides on a racecourse on Tuesday at Roscommon and showed he is an able horseman on Paddytheirishman and Think Of Me. It was great to see his father and mother, Paul and Natalie, there to support him. His father Paul has not been seen on a racecourse for nearly a year and it was lovely to see the reception he got from the salt of the earth national hunt followers who are all looking forward to seeing him back in the game.

Racing news The death has taken place of legendary national hunt jockey and trainer Tommy Carberry who passed away yesterday at the age of 75. Carberry, father of Paul, Philip, Nina and Peterjon, won the Grand National both as a jockey (L’Escargot, 1975) and trainer with Bobbyjo, 1999, ridden by son Paul. He also won 3 Cheltenham Gold Cups on L’Escargot twice, 1970/71 and Ten Up in 1975 and 2 Irish Grand Nationals in 1975/76. The Champion Hurdle is the one major race that eluded him but son Philip won it on Sublimity in 2007. Our sympathies go out to his wife Pamela, his children and family. Following on from his success at Lenabane on Monday, John Oxx has renewed his association with Sheikh Mohammed

with five juveniles to train for Godolphin. Oxx enjoyed success with Sheikh Mohammed with horses such as Witness Box, Heart Lake and Russian Snows running in the owner’s maroon and white colours, he will now train for the royal blue colours. Frankie Dettori makes his return to the saddle with two rides at Newmarket today, Denaar and Wings Of Desire and is expected to ride Enable for in the Oaks at the Curragh on Saturday. Former Irish champion jockey Martin Molony passed away at the age of 91 last Monday. He was champion jump jockey between 1946 and 1951 and rode Silver Fame to victory in the 1951 Gold Cup. He also rode three winners of the Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse; Knight’s Crest in 1944, Golden View in 1946 and Dominick’s Bar in 1950. He also rode on the flat winning 1947 Oaks on Desert Drive, the 1950 1000 Guineas on Princess Trudy and the 1951 2000 Guineas on Signal Box at the Curragh before being forced to retire due to injury in 1951 at the age of 26. Champion jockey Ryan Moore rode his 2000th flat winner on the all weather at Kempton on last evening week aboard Billesdon Brook for Richard Hannon. He rode his first winner on his father Gary’s Mersey Beat at Towester in an amateur handicap hurdle claiming 7lbs in May 2000 and he carried 7lbs overweight. His first winner on the flat came in an amateur handicap in Newmarket a month later on No Extras again for his father and again he put 5lb overweight.

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day I was listening to ‘Championship Sunday’ on Today FM. Leitrim footballer Emlyn Mulligan was one of the guests and he previewed the Connacht final. He completely wrote off Roscommon’s chances and made some pretty cutting remarks about Kevin McStay as well. I remember thinking at the time it would be fantastic to make Mr Mulligan eat his words. Little did I know what was about to unfold. I knew that Roscommon had a good chance but never in a thousand years did I think that we would win the final by nine points. It was a mesmerising display by a really well prepared and focussed team who were willing to go out and die for the jersey on the day. It was a pleasure to be there to see this young Roscommon team rip up the formbook and land an unexpected Connacht title. It was Roscommon’s best display in a Connacht final since 1980 and a well-deserved and emphatic win too. Redemption and vindication were two words that were used a lot last Sunday. Roscommon players who had been criticised during the league campaign came back with a bang to prove that they are not a bad side after all and well able to compete at the top table. However, the vindication for Kevin McStay was even more palpable. He shipped some fierce criticism since assuming the job on his own and a lot of that criticism was downright nasty, unwarranted and unfair. But he answered those critics in the best way possible last Sunday and he got the preparations for the Connacht final spot on in every respect. It would have

been very easy for Kevin to lash out at some of his critics last Sunday evening after the match but he chose to keep his powder dry and he made the right choice in my view. His young players did his talking for him out on the field and that shouts louder than anything he might have to say. This brilliant win now means that Kevin McStay will be able to develop the team with players that he wants on the panel and not who the critics are demanding should be on it. I know that the players who are there at the moment are very happy and the training is going really well. I was delighted for players like John McManus, Cian Connolly, Colm Lavin, Niall McInerney, Niall Kilroy and Tadgh O’Rourke, all of whom were outstanding. Enda Smith came of age in this Connacht final. His towering display is hopefully the first of many in the primrose and blue. Conor Devaney has been our most consistent player all year and his two late points last Sunday were out of the top drawer. Ciaráin and Diarmuid Murtagh are class acts and it is fantastic to see Diarmuid back to his brilliant best. What a debut for Brian Stack. He took his goal like a veteran and made a huge contribution. Cian Connolly is also a superb attacker and his goal will be there or thereabouts when they come to decide what the goal of the year is going to be. All the subs did well. Donie Smith is another class act and Ian Kilbride. Cathal Compton and Shane Killoran made huge contributions when they came on. Fintan Cregg adds class to the team as well and a special word for Seanie McDermott playing in his 165th game for Roscommon, an incredible servant who was picking up his second Connacht medal on Sunday.

The future’s bright! Congratulations to Liam Tully and all involved with the Roscommon U-17 team. It was a tremendous achievement to win the inaugural Connacht title at that grade and hopefully some of those lads will go on to play U-20 and senior for Roscommon. I didn’t get to the game because of other commitments but I listened to Willie on the radio and a lot of people who were at the game told me that Roscommon thoroughly deserved to win it and were very impressive.

Roscommon manager Kevin McStay embraces Conor Devaney at the final whistle last Sunday. Pic: Andrew Fox

It was one of the really great days in Roscommon GAA and one that I will remember for a long, long time to come. Croke Park is next and I have a feeling we will be playing Mayo when it comes to the quarter-finals. There is a lot of water to flow under the bridge yet but what a prospect that would be in Croke Park.

Irish Open on the up I got to see some of the Irish Open from Portstewart. It was a stunning location and it looked great on TV and I am told it was beamed into 420 million homes all over the world last week. It was also brilliant for the competition that a high profile player like John Rahm won the title. Next year the Open will be in Ballyliffin in Donegal which is another great course and super location. The Irish Open goes from strength to strength and most of that success is down to Rory McIlroy. He may not be doing too well on the course but he wields huge power off it.

Lions prove doubters wrong I was totally wrong about the British and Irish Lions and the final test was a tremendous game. I didn’t think the Lions had a hope to be honest. Fair play to Warren Gatland. Like Kevin McStay he has taken some fierce criticism in recent weeks but he almost pulled off what would have been a sensational victory. Three Irish players stood out on this tour, Conor Murray is now probably the best number 9 in the world. Tadgh Furlong was a first choice prop and performed brilliantly and the legend of Sean O’Brien continues to grow. He had a sensational tour.

As I drove home from Salthill on Sunday I was thinking about the late Donie Shine. How he would have loved to have been in Pearse Stadium to see Roscommon win a Connacht senior title in such style. He may not have been there but I have a feeling he was watching from afar. Just a congratulatory note as well to

the Gardaí in Galway for their traffic management on Sunday. Admittedly it was about an hour after the final whistle before I got out of Pearse Stadium but there were hardly any problems getting out of the city with Gardaí on duty at every junction. I am a fierce critic of the traffic situation in Galway but credit where it is due.

Championship Watch

game of the weekend Leinster SFC Final: Dublin v Kildare on Sunday in Croke Park at 4 pm Those observers who were saying that Dublin might be slipping got their answer in the game against Westmeath when they were devastating. A lot of their best players seem to be coming into form at the right time which could be very bad news for Kildare. The Lilywhites are better than a lot of people think and I am expecting them to give Dublin a serious test for about 50 minutes or so. But the Dubs have too much strength in depth. Match odds: Dublin 1/14, Kildare 9/1, Draw 20/1. Prediction: Dublin

Ulster SFC Final: Tyrone v Down in Clones on Sunday at 2 pm If Down show the tenacity and intensity that was evident against Monaghan they are in with a big chance here. But I am sure that the wily old fox Mickey Harte will have hatched a plan to counteract them. This might not be pretty but it will be tight and Tyrone look to have more in the tank. Match odds: Tyrone 1/5, Down 5/1, Draw 12/1. Prediction: Tyrone

All-Ireland Qualiﬁers: The British and Irish Lions shared the series with the mighty All Blacks in New Zealand.

I fancy Tipperary (1/1) to beat Armagh (1/1) in a match that is certain to be very close but Tipperary are a very good side and Michael Quinlivan is back from injury. Monaghan (1/12) should be well able to account for Carlow (15/2) in the other 4B game.

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THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner Roscommon Harriers Athletic Club hosted their annual 10 mile road race last Saturday in Roscommon town and what a race it proved to be! Irish Olympian Mick Clohisey and former Dublin Marathon winner Sean Hehir produced superb performances with Clohisey claiming first place with a new personal best time of 48:47. Hehir

came in in second place in a time of 49:53 with last year’s winner Peter Brandon in third on 53:43. Isobel Oakes was the best of the women with a time of 1:04 and she was followed by Zola Flynn. Deirdre Kenna took third in a time of 1:08. Meanwhile, local runners competed for the title of County Champion with the Roscommon Harriers

Pictured (above) are Peter Brandon (3rd), Mick Clohisey (winner), and Sean Hehir (2nd place) following last Saturday’s 10 Mile Road Race in Roscommon town.

sweeping the boards. In the senior male category, Adrian Smyth took first place ahead of Glen Campbell and David Clyne respectively, following a sprint finish. In the senior female category, Miriam Cuddy finished out in front followed by Noeleen Rudden and Faye McManus. Overall, 450 runners took part in fantastic conditions

with top class athletes from across Ireland and further afield present on the day. It’s great to see such an event being staged in Roscommon town and fantastic to see so many top class athletes in attendance. Those who went along on the day were treated to Olympic standard runners as well as some local heroes and organisers are already planning next year’s event!

Pictured (left) are Isobel Oakes (winner), Zola Flynn (2nd) and Deirdre Kenna (3rd) following last Saturday’s 10 Mile Road Race in Roscommon town.

The sporting brief Golf

Captain’s Day! We start our weekly golf round in Athlone where Lady Captain Noirin O’Rourke hosted her Captain’s Day last Sunday. Frances McGettigan edged Alacoque O’Connor after a six-hole play-off to land the Lady Captain’s prize with a score of 94 nett. Other winners on the day included: Kay Vaughan (Past Captain’s); Niamh Ingram (Junior); Mary Madden (Visitor’s); Linda Corbett (Get into Golf); Ann O’Loughlin (Stay in Golf); Siobhan McGrath (Nearest the pin). Niall Donohoe, Padraic Donohoe and Ronan Donohoe won the fun scramble. Congratulations to Eoin McGrath on his selection to the Connacht Boys’ U-16 Inter-Pro team and also to the Barton Shield and Senior Cup teams on qualifying for the Connacht semi-finals. Meanwhile, the AWGS team captained by Mick Healy won back the Holloway Cup and in doing so prevented Ballinsloe’s bid for ten in a row! Our next stop is Castlerea and Captain Pat O’Connor’s two 18-hole stroke play competitions to the men.

Paraic Casey successfully defended the Captain’s Prize he won in 2016, finishing just ahead of Liam O’Connell in second place. Greg Bruen and Alan Devine won the first and second 18-holes respectively while Catriona Newman won the ladies’ 9-hole competition with 41 points. Finally to Roscommon where Seamus Kenny was last Sunday’s winner with 41 points ahead of Tom Greally Jnr in second place on 40 points. The ladies’ competition was won by Ciara Ryan on 42 points with Yvonne Waldron runner-up on 40. The men’s senior competition was won by Pearse Mellet and the ladies’ competition was won by Fen Thompson.

Darts

Egan claims victory! The Hollywood Bar Superleague continued last Friday and it was Mick Egan who claimed the spoils. Egan began his night with a convincing run in a difficult group before dispatching John Paul Feeney in the quarter-finals and Paul Carton in the semi-finals. On the other side of the draw was Ciaran

Hickey who had an equally impressive run to the decider, beating Kieran McCormack and Gary Concannon to set up a tense finale. It was Mick Egan who triumphed 3-1 following a top class final.

Athletics

National title! The Roscommon AC Junior athletes were in action in Tullamore and Athlone recently and there were some very impressive performances at both meets. The Junior 4x100m relay team took home a bronze medal from Tullamore while the U-12 4v100m relay team of Etaine Moran, Emma O’Farrell, Hollie Kilroe and Hazel Kelly put in a personal best performance in the Inter-Club All-Ireland Final.

Pitch and Putt

Woodview update… Ann Martin and Mary O’Loughlin took 1st nett and 1st gross respectively at Bealnamulla recently with Ann O’Brien and Doreen Greene in the runners-up spots.

The Roscommon Athletic Club Junior 4 x 100m relay team of Shannon Quigley, Maeve Dervin, Laura Hynes and Kate McPhillips were in supreme form to take a bronze medal in Tullamore last week. It was the club’s first junior national medal in 20 years.

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Joe Brolly @JoeBrolly1993 Maybe the linesman will remember in a day or two that Cody pushed him (Careful now…)

Strokestown GAA @ StrokestownGAA Any decent streams for a few Rossies stuck in Hungary? #NothingBeatsBeingThere (There’s a job out there for a Hungarian Joe Brolly.)

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Young Rossies enter the history books! Connacht U-17 Football Championship Final ROSCOMMON 2-8 GALWAY Roscommon made history in Ballyhaunis last Saturday afternoon when their U-17 team won the inaugural Connacht championship at this grade, beating Galway by three points and starting a memorable weekend for Roscommon GAA in style. There were a couple of periods when they wobbled a bit but overall Roscommon deserved to win the match and they had

1-8 some great performances on the day especially from Shane Cunnane who will be eligible to play in this grade again next year. Impressive Roscommon full-forward Andrew Lyons opened the scoring for Roscommon and a pointed free from Shane Cunnane ensured the sides were level at two points apiece after 11 minutes. Roscommon then upped the ante and drove at Gal-

Ciaran Lawless lifts the cup as Roscommon players celebrate an historic championship win. Pic: James Molloy

Fixtures

Peter Gillooly on his way to scoring Roscommon’s second goal last Saturday. Pic: Austin Waldron

way. Peter Gillooly and Ciaran Lawless scored good points before Paul Carey scored an excellent goal for the Rossies in the 23rd minute. Then the drama increased as the first half came towards the end. Roscommon scored a super goal when Peter Gillooly was on target after good work from Cunnane. But Galway struck for a goal and point in stoppage time. The goal came from Jack Keady and the point from a free from Matthew Tierney and at half-time Roscommon led by 2-4 to 1-4. Two quick Galway points on the restart saw the margin down to one but Roscommon responded well with three points all from Shane Cunnane (2 frees)

and with 15 minutes to go Roscommon led by four. A Matthew Tierney free left a goal in it with time almost up but Roscommon replied with a fine Paul Carey point. Referee Barry Judge played six minutes of injury-time but Galway could only manage one point, from Conor Walsh and Roscommon could hold out for a famous win. Connacht Council President Mick Rock then presented the first of two Roscommon Connacht final winning cups at the weekend to U-17 captain Ciaran Lawless. Roscommon: M O’Donnell; D Horan, J Keane, D Duff; P Frost, O Lennon, J Martin; T McManus, S Cunnane (0-4);

P McManus, P Gillooly (1-1), C Lawless (0-1); C Sugrue, A Lyons (0-1), P Carey (1-1). Subs: J Larkin for T McManus, D Murray for J Larkin, P McGrath for Lawless, R Donoghue for Gillooly (b/c), D Carbin for D Duff. Galway: J Gibbons; C O’Neill, P Donoghue, T Considine; C Moynihan (0-1), C Walsh (0-1), M Boyle; J Mulrooney, J Keady (0-1); O Moran, M Tierney (0-3), A Halloran; K Craven, O McDonagh (0-3), J Reilly. Subs: M Geraghty for Mulrooney, M Gormally for Reilly, D Hynes for Keady, E McCormack for Halloran, J Cox for Moran, D Hegarty for McCormack (b/c). Referee: Barry Judge (Sligo)

Roscommon GAA Academy launched A large crowd attended the launch of a new Roscommon GAA Underage Academy at Hannon’s Hotel in Roscommon town on Friday night last. The launch was attended by County Board officials, coaches and main sponsor and well-known businessman Sean Mulryan. Mr. Mulryan said that the priority of the County Board should

be to develop the Dermot Earley Centre of Excellence at Runnabracken so that county teams can have proper facilities for training. His comments were echoed by Roscommon GAA Coaching Officer Sean Kilbride who said that the development of the centre was vital for the development of the underage scene.

Sean Kilbride also appealed for more volunteers to assist in the running of the new academy. Pat Daly who is the Games Development Chief in Croke Park also gave his support to the new initiative on the night. There were also contributions from Connacht Council officials John Prenty and John Tobin, the new academy director Padraig

Mitchell and the Chairman of the County Board Seamus Sweeney. The academy will seek to focus on talent identification and development. There will also be emphasis on support services and coach education. The Academy will be headed up by Padraig Mitchell who is a Games Promotion Officer with Roscommon GAA.

Kepak Roscommon SHC Round-up

Tremane edge Gaels!

GAA Results Connacht SFC Final Roscommon 2-15 Galway 0-12 Connacht U-17 FC Final Roscommon 2-8 Galway 1-8 Hodson Bay Hotels AFL Division 1 St. Croan’s 2-11 Kilmore 1-13 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 3 Kilbride 4-14 St. Ronan’s 2-9 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 4 Strokestown 6-16 Fuerty 3-12 St. Dominic’s 3-15 Oran 0-11 Pádraig Pearses 2-12 Clann na nGael 2-11 St. Brigid’s 3-16 St. Croan’s 1-9 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 5 St. Aidan’s 1-15 Kilmore 1-8 Boyle 1-16 St. Faithleach’s 0-16 Tulsk Lord Edwards W/O St. Michael’s Michael Glavey’s W/O Kilglass Gaels Kilbride 1-11 Ballinameen 1-9

Tremane 1-18 Roscommon Gaels 2-10 Tremane scored a hard earned victory against Roscommon Gaels on Saturday evening. Paul Burke scored a Tremane goal in the first quarter but goals from the Gaels from Diarmuid Mulry and Gearoid Egan kept them in touch and at half-time it was 1-9 to 2-5 in favour of Tremane. In fact, the teams were level with 15 minutes to go but Tremane pulled away after that. Kevin Kellehan and Dylan Keavene ny were accurate from frees and from play and they saw their side home by five points in the end. Scorers - Tremane: D Keaveney (0-11), K Kellehan (0-3), P Burke (1-0), C O’Meara, P Kellehan, D Mullen, and S Mahony (0-1) each. Roscommon Gaels: P Lennon (0-5), D Mulry (1-2), G Egan (1-0), G Waldron (0-3).

Pearses win thriller!

Pádraig Pearses 1-15 Athleague 0-17 Pádraig Pearses pipped Athleague in what was an exciting match on Saturday last. The teams were locked at 0-8 apiece at half-time with Daniel Glynn (Pearses) and Eamon Flanagan and Robbie Fallon (Athleague) accurate from the placed ball. Athleague led by two points after 43 minutes but the key score came three minutes later when JP Dolan scored the only goal of the game for Pearses. Then Paul Dolan landed a fine score in the last minute to win the day for Pearses. Scorers - Pádraig Pearses: D Glynn (0-11), JP Dolan (1-0), P Dolan, A Finnerty, S Naughton and D Staunton (0-1) each. Athleague: R Fallon (0-8), E Flanagan (0-6), D Flaherty, C Kelly, B McGahon each.

Friday, July 14th Mulryan Construction AFL Division 2 At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v Éire Óg. 8 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 3 At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s v Clann na nGael. 8 pm At Orchard Park: Elphin v Shannon Gaels. 8 pm Saturday, July 15th Hodson Bay Hotels AFL Division 1 At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v Clann na nGael. 6.30 pm At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v Tulsk Lord Edwards. 8 pm At Orchard Park: Elphin v St. Croan’s. 8 pm At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Brigid’s. 8 pm At Kilmore: Kilmore v Strokestown. 8 pm Mulryan Construction AFL Division 2 (8 pm unless stated) At Abbey Park: Boyle v St. Faithleach’s. 6.30 pm At Mulhern Park: Fuerty v Michael Glavey’s. At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Oran Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 3 (8 pm) At Kilronan Park: St. Ronan’s v St. Barry’s At Kilbride: Kilbride v St. Aidan’s At Kilglass: Kilglass Gaels v Ballinameen Sunday, July 16th Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 4 (2 pm) At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Pádraig Pearses At Mulhern Park: Fuerty v Roscommon Gaels At Rockfield: Oran v St. Brigid’s At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Clann na nGael At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Strokestown Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 5 (2 pm unless stated) At Michael Glavey’s: Michael Glavey’s v Boyle. 1 pm At Kilglass: Kilglass Gaels v Ballinameen At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Kilmore At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s v St. Joseph’s At Pairc Naomh Bearraí: St. Barry’s v Kilbride

Ladies update Sunday, July 16th Abbey Hotel Senior Championship (12 pm) Kilbride v Shannon Gaels Pádraig Pearses v Strokestown Hydrotech Water Supplies IC Western Gaels v Kilglass Gaels Michael Glavey’s v Boyle Keenan’s Bar & Restaurant JAFC (Group A) (12pm) St. Faithleach’s v St. Croan’s St. Mary’s v St. Dominic’s Keenan’s Bar & Restaurant JAFC (Group B) (12 pm) St. Barry’s v Oran Ballinameen v Castlerea Keenan’s Bar & Restaurant JBFC Roscommon Gaels v Four Roads Kilbride v Kilmore

Underage update Thursday, July 13th O’Rourke Fireplaces & Stoves MFC Division 1 (7.30 pm) At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v St. Brigid’s At Strokestown: Strokestown v Oran iQ Financial MFC Division 2 (7.30 pm) At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Elphin-Ballinameen At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v Kilmore/Shannon Gaels At Mulhern Park: St. Ciaran’s v St. Dominic’s Paul Earley Consulting MFC Division 3 (7.30 pm) At Kilbride: Kilbride v St. Faithleach’s At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg v Boyle At Pairc Naomh Bearraí: Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry’s v St. Aidan’s King & Moffatt Building Services MFC Division 4 (7.30 pm) At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v St. Michael’s-St. Ronan’s At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Michael Glavey’s Integrated Risk Solutions U-14 FC Division 1 (7.30 pm) At Mulhern Park: St. Ciaran’s v St. Brigid’s Oakwood Nursing Home U-14 FC Division 2 (7.30 pm) At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s v St. Dominic’s Casey’s Auto Centre U14 FC Division 4 (7.30 pm) At TBC: Elphin-Ballinameen v Pádraig Pearses

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Croker in Connacht collision course! Neighbours in line for quarter-ﬁnal tussle The Roscommon senior football team will return to Croke Park for the third time since 2016 on Sunday, July 30th when they face the winners of the qualifier between Mayo and Cork in the All-Ireland quarter-finals. Mayo and the Rebels will go head to head in two weeks’ time with Roscommon’s next door

neighbours hot favourites to advance. Should Mayo once again reach the last eight they would set up a titanic tussle with the newly crowned Connacht champions. Meanwhile, Diarmuid Murtagh looks set for a return to action despite requiring assistance to leave the field last Sunday.

Murtagh’s injury isn’t thought to be as bad as first feared and he is expected to be available for the All-Ireland showdown at headquarters.

All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final Roscommon v Mayo/ Cork in Croke Park at 2 pm on Sunday, July 30th.

Despite leaving the field through injury last Sunday, Diarmuid Murtagh looks set to be available for the All-Ireland QuarterFinal in Croke Park on Sunday, July 30th.