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People WATCHING Conor and Enda receive All Star nominations Two Roscommon footballers have received nominations for the PwC All Star football team for 2017. They are Conor Devaney (Kilbride) and Enda Smith (Boyle). It is great recognition for Roscommon, who won the 2017 Connacht SFC title, beating Galway in the final. It was their first title since 2010. The announcement was made on Wednesday. Champions Dublin have a total of 13 players nominated while beaten All-Ireland finalists Mayo have 12 shortlisted. Tyrone have six nominated while Kerry have five, Roscom-

mon, Kildare and Down have two, with Monaghan, Donegal and Armagh on one each. Four players have been nominated for footballer of the year, namely Stephen Cluxton and James McCarthy of Dublin and Andy Moran and David Clarke of Mayo. There are three nominees for the young player of the year – Con O’Callaghan of Dublin, Sean Powter for Cork and Michael Daly of Galway. The team will be announced live on TV at a gala black tie event at the National Convention Centre on Friday, November 3rd.

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School in appeal for musical instruments St Comán’s Wood Primary School is in the process of building up a bank of instruments for use by the children. If you have unused instruments such as accordions, violins, etc., please contact the school with a view to donating or selling them, either by phone at 090-6626872 or by email at ufeeley@ icloud.ie.

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Heroic Mayo perish on the Rock Sunday It was, I thought, a wonderful match. Some purists have probably pointed to some imperfections, but most of us were utterly gripped by this great battle, a war waged with a glorious intensity. And, marvelling at the epic below me, I felt great pride at the magnificence of this occasion, this peerless coalition of a great stadium, wonderful supporters and the highest sporting stakes we Irish know. It may not have been the historic day so many of us had wished for, but there was still something very special – and historic – about Sunday in Croke Park. After all, not only did Dublin seniors win a three-in-a-row, there was also the remarkable feat of Kerry minors winning a four-in-a-row. And what a pleasure it was to see the extraordinary David Clifford in the flesh. He has all the skills and wonderful vision. Most of all, like Messi in soccer and greats in other sports, he appears to have all the time in the world to do what he does. A sensational star is born. Of course Sunday was, with respect to the minors, all about the big battle, and what a game it was. I watched it from high in the Davin Stand, surrounded by tortured Mayo fans. The atmosphere was just fantastic. With six minutes to go in an epic, Mayo’s huge army of supporters dared to believe. I was willing them to a sensational win. Then, all the ghosts of the past surrounded the stadium in the way the stewards used to descend on the sideline near the end of a game (do they still? Hadn’t time to look on Sunday). When Dublin got the late free,

I said to anyone who cared to listen, ‘he’s hardly going to miss that.’ On television later that night, I realised it was a lot more imposing than I originally thought. We watched as Dean Rock did what he usually does. An eruption of Dubs in front of us, the stadium rocking. Mayo heads in their hands. A few agonising minutes later, the final whistle. The Mayo woman on our right sat in shocked silence. The Mayo man on our left bounded out of his seat and jogged away in silence, alone with his dread. The harsh truth is that Mayo should have won, had every chance to end their famine, ultimately have only themselves to blame. And yet you have to say they were, for the most part, superb. They had rattled Dublin and come so close to a truly great win. Mayo were mighty. Our hearts went out to them. They had perished on the Rock – with the Holy Grail within reach.

Thursday/Friday (quite often) Overheard in the Oval Office: “Okay Donald, I mean Mr. Trump of course…sorry, President Trump…it’s been a great week, a really, really great week! “You’ve not sacked or lost any key staff…and hey, you’ve been playing a blinder with your response to those hurricanes… “So can I respectfully suggest that we keep going in this direction, in this, er…new calming phase. Nice and steady does it, nice and steady…” Half an hour later… “He’s tweeted what? He’s called Kim Jong Un ‘Rocket Man’! Are you serious?” Ah sure I suppose he’ll calm down again.

Oh, oh…update: Three or four days on from labelling Kim Jong Un ‘Rocket Man’, President Trump addressed the UN and rather undiplomatically announced that, if required shall we say, the United States will “totally destroy North Korea.” He did rather helpfully add that “hopefully that won’t be necessary.” Maybe just as well that the North Korean ambassador to the UN had walked out before Trump’s speech started! In other Trump tweeting news, the U.S. President has switched his attention from speculation about nuking North Korea to commenting on the Emmys. “I was saddened to see how bad the ratings were on the Emmys last night – the worst ever. Smartest people of them all are the ‘DEPLORABLES’” he tweeted. What a guy!

Then and now Brian Clough may not have wanted them, but I was happy to get Leeds… My brother had suggested to his siblings that we close our eyes and run a biro over the league table in the Sunday newspaper; after my three brothers and one sister ended up with West Ham, Sunderland, Newcastle and Chelsea, I got Leeds. It was 1975; Chelsea were in the doldrums, but Leeds were in the European Cup Final. Now officially a Leeds supporter, I took great pleasure in finding out about the club’s glory era; but at first I didn’t realise I was arriving just as the party was ending. So be it. Leeds had enjoyed a lot of success – and also a lot of nearmisses – since winning promotion to the top flight from the old

second division, in 1964. In the mostly golden era that followed, Leeds won two First Division titles, two European trophies (The Fairs Cup), the FA Cup and the League Cup, and also finished runners-up on multiple occasions (including a heartbreaking five times in the league). All in the space of a decade or so. They lost that 1975 Champions League equivalent (against Bayern Munich and a dodgy ref). Turns out that by the time I got lucky and found Leeds, with manager Don Revie moving on, and several of the Leeds greats now past their best, I had missed the good old days; and neither Brian Clough (manager for 44 days after Revie left) or anyone else could make Leeds great again. Still, we had Tony Currie in the 1980s and later there was Tony Yeboah and in fact Howard Wilkinson miraculously won the league with Leeds in 1992. At one stage David O’Leary had Leeds flying again, reaching the semi-finals of the Champions League in 2000-2001. Then came financial turmoil, a devastating decline in fortunes, a humiliating slide down the leagues – all along with/due to mismanagement on a Fawltyesque scale. It’s early days yet (in this new season) but the club of Eddie Gray, Billy Bremner, Johnny Giles, Allan Clarke, Peter Lorimer and many other great stars has now nudged its way to the top of The Championship. Victory over Premier League side Burnley in the League Cup on Tuesday night adds to the sense that Leeds might indeed be on their way back! Could the great Leeds be back in The Premier League soon (you get the point)? To be continued…

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More Roscommon Young Entrepreneurs wanted “The IBYE Programme was a brilliant experience and is well worthwhile from a business perspective. My tip for anyone considering IBYE is to just do it - you’ve nothing to lose and so much to gain – it’s an outstanding opportunity” says a young entrepreneur from County Roscommon. More young entrepreneurs from Roscommon are wanted for Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur (IBYE) competition. Louise Ward from Local Enterprise Office Roscommon is calling on more young entrepreneurs with start-up ideas or existing businesses to enter this year’s IBYE competition before the deadline of Friday, 29th September. She said: “If you’re aged between 18 and 35, or know someone who is, we’re looking for more young entrepreneurs to enter this year’s IBYE competition to represent the county. We have a €50,000 investment fund for sharing among 6 County Winners and Runners-Up along with places to be won on a Business Bootcamp later this year.” Last year’s County Roscommon winners were Desmond Dolan, MistCalls, Cortober; Kyle McLoughlin, Posude Ltd., Boyle and Eoghan Kenny, BeltLock, Ballinasloe. Speaking about his IBYE experience, Kyle McLoughlin said: “The IBYE programme was a brilliant help as it enabled us to refine our Business Plan, improve our profile and build confidence. The funding side enabled us to grow our Brand”. Those who enter the IBYE competition in Roscommon will be invited to participate in an Enterprise Day in early October to help them further develop their business ideas and management skills. Now in its fourth year, Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur is run by the 31 LEOs across the coun-

try and is supported by the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation and Enterprise Ireland. An Tánaiste and Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Frances Fitzgerald T.D., said: “I would encourage all young entrepreneurs, between the ages of 18 and 35, to talk to their LEO about the IBYE programme and the valuable supports available throughout the various stages of the competition.” The three competition categories are ‘Best Business Idea’, ‘Best Start-Up Business’ and ‘Best Established Business’. The deadline to enter online through www.ibye.ie is September 29th.

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Man (25) dies after van struck tree A 25-year-old local man, Stephen Coleman of Edmondstown, Ballaghaderreen, died on Sunday morning last when the van he was driving struck a tree on the Ballaghaderreen to Gurteen Road. The accident occurred at approximately 8 am.

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newsbriefs Traditional music session in Athleague A traditional music session is taking place on Friday night, 22nd of September, 2017, starting at 10 pm and continuing ‘till late in the Angling Centre, Athleague, Co. Roscommon, to celebrate Culture Night. Musicians, singers, dancers, storytellers, etc., are all welcome on the night. Come along and enjoy the ceol, caint agus craic. Refreshments etc., given on the night. Also, there will be a raffle held with spot prizes to be won. A good night’s entertainment in store. Locals and people from further afield are encouraged to come along on the night to celebrate our culture and heritage.

Badminton’s back in Boyle! Badminton returns in Boyle Sports Complex on Monday and Thursday nights (9.30 pm). Experienced/inexperienced players are welcome. Coaching will be provided for beginners. Contact Bernie/ Tom at 086-3754797/086-6027120 or on our Facebook page ‘Boyle Badminton Club’.

Culture Night at County Library On Culture Night, Friday, 22nd of September from 6-8 pm, Roscommon County Library will present ‘Summer Stars Presentation’ followed by interactive stories. For children aged 0-13 years. Meanwhile, basic computer course (Group I) starts on Friday, 29th of September. Group 2 starts on Friday, 3rd of November. Fridays, 10.30 am-12.30 pm for five weeks. Free of charge. Booking required for both. For more, call 0906637277 or email: library@roscommoncoco.ie

Free Vegetable Growing events There will be a free Vegetable Growing Event at Ardcarne Garden Centre in Boyle & Roscommon Town, on Saturday, 23rd of September, 11.30 am-12.30 pm. Discover what to do and plant now in your vegetable garden and polytunnel. Free event – all welcome.

Cllr. Orla Leyden, Chairperson of Roscommon County Council and Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher pictured making a presentation to Ado McGuinness, John and Dan Daly after All’s Quiet won The Roscommon Rated Hurdle of €15,000. Picture: Andrew Fox

Last race meeting of season has early start It started on Monday, 9th of May and next Monday, 25th of September will see the curtain come down on racing at Roscommon for 2017. It will be the ninth day of racing at the Lenebane track, with the first race getting underway at 1.45 pm. Unpredictable weather made for a demanding final few weeks of the season but that didn’t detract from the quality of fare on show. It has been a solid year on the track, something manager Michael Finneran noted. “We may consistently have top trainers and jockeys taking part

in big races at Roscommon, but certainly never take high quality racing for granted. There was a high number of very strong races throughout the season and we hope the final meeting will produce more exciting finishes on Monday.” Monday’s meeting is an eightrace card, made up of four flat, two steeplechases, one hurdle and a bumper. The feature race is the European Breeder’s Fund Kilbegnet Novice Steeplechase, which has €37,500 in prize-money. Race sponsors on the evening are EBF,

On Course Vets and Diaego. “We have a big feature race on Monday’s card and I’d like to thank this opportunity to once again sincerely thank all those who have sponsored races throughout 2017, sponsors whose loyalty gives everyone associated with the racecourse great confidence. “It is through this backing and the huge support of the greater community that the foundations of all plans for the track are built upon. With such support, there’s always great enthusiasm here at the racecourse to strive to reach the high-

est standards possible,” said Mr. Finneran. Come and enjoy great racing and to wrap up the season for 2017. There is music in the main bar after the second last race with Henry & The Usual Suspects. Admission for adults is €15, with OAPs/ students, €10. The Ros Special for €30 consists of admission, race card, two-course meal and a €10 betting voucher. For further enquiries email: roscomonracecourse@eircom.net or phone 0872203288. Follow Roscommon Races on Facebook for updates.

ROSCOMMON PEOPLE …supporting MILES FOR OUR BOYS BLOG: MILES FOR OUR BOYS This week: Edel Quigley Join Our Boys’ Archie Naughton is training hard for this year’s Dublin City Marathon with his coach Sinéad Gannon as well as a large group of runners from Roscommon and surrounding areas. In this special blog we hear from one of Archie’s supporters, Edel Quigley, as she prepares to run Miles for Our Boys. From the moment I heard about the boys I knew this was a charity I wanted to be involved in and to see how I could help. Each ‘Wear Orange Day’ I hold a cake sale in BioClin Research Laboratories and each year the support has been terrific. We even had a day where the boys came to visit and got their own lab coats and glasses and were shown a few experiments!

I completed the marathon with some fellow Join Our Boys volunteers back in 2015, and Paula, Padraic and the boys were waiting at the finish line for us when we completed it and to see their little faces light up when they saw us come across the line was something I’ll never forget. I first heard about plans for this year’s marathon from our coach Sinead Gannon. We held a meeting in Gleeson’s and everything was explained to us. Earlier this year I had an accident and tore ligaments in my ankle and ended up unable to train for several weeks. I had my doubts as to whether I would be able to take part this year. During one of the Roscommon Harriers race events in April I was

Archie Naughton pictured with Edel Quigley ahead of a training run for the Dublin City Marathon.

chatting to Archie and he asked me if I was doing the marathon this year. I told him I didn’t think I would be able to and his little face dropped. My heart broke looking at him and I thought ‘If he was so determined to do it then why couldn’t I?’. Sinead called another meeting and gave us all our weekly plans advising what miles we should be doing, etc. I decided I would at

least sign up and try the training and see how I got on. Myself and three other women meet most weekends and head off to do the miles Sinead has planned for us. There are painful and tiring weeks and bad weather but I just remember why I’m doing it and I hit the road. There will be a large group from Roscommon and surrounding areas doing the marathon this year and I know my reason

is purely for the love of Archie and his brothers. I want to be part of what will be a very special event and something that Archie will remember forever. I want to be able to wear Orange on the streets of Dublin and to do this for Paula, Padraic, Archie, George and Isaac and all those suffering with DMD. *Sponsorship cards are available from all participants.

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Former US Vice-President Joe Biden turns sod on €15m Hospice project Former Vice-President of America Joe Biden turned the sod on the new €15 million Mayo/Roscommon Hospice facility in Castlebar last week. Mr. Biden was making his second visit to Mayo in as many years, this time as a private citizen. He has many relatives in the county. Mr. Biden said that he was proud that his son Beau’s name would be associated with the new Mayo/Roscommon Hospice facility “in this beautiful land of his ancestors”. Beau Biden died from brain cancer in May 2015, aged 46. Martina Jennings, CEO of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice, paid tribute to those whose vision and

concern brought the organisation into being. Ms. Jennings told the gathering that the organisation has €10 million in funding for the new centre, which will house a 14-bed hospice and day care unit with family accommodation. It has secured a bank loan for the remaining €5 million which is required. The build phase is due to start in November and will take 15 months to complete. The HSE has committed funding for the running of the facility but Mayo/Roscommon Hospice must first build it. A unit planned for Roscommon will be an eightbed facility and that will open in 2021.

Former Vice President Joe Biden pictured with members of his family, and his relations from Knockmore, the Blewitt family with Laurita Blewitt (Fundaising Manager MRHF). Pic:Trish Forde.

Cllr. John Caulfield, Deputy Dara Calleary, former American US Vice President Joe Biden, Cllr. Michael Loftus and Deputy Eugene Murphy pictured in Castlebar this week for the sod-turning ceremony on the new Roscommon/Mayo Hospice.

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NewsPeople Boyle Primary Care Centre to open next month The new Boyle Primary Care Centre will open its doors on Monday, October 9th according to Senator Frank Feighan, who has welcomed confirmation of same from the HSE. He said: “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 on their own doorstep and under the one roof.” The facility will be the base for the Boyle Primary Care Team and network services, which includes dental services. The Primary Care Team will offer a variety of services such as public health nursing, occupational therapy and physiotherapy. “A number of Health and Social Care Network services will also be delivered from the Primary Care Centre. This includes speech and language therapy, ophthalmology, psychology, counselling services and a new diabetes podiatry service.” Wishing management and staff the very best wishes in the facility, Senator Feighan concluded: “This state-ofthe-art health centre is a very positive development for the town of Boyle and the wider North Roscommon area.”

TOP: From left to right: Luke and Liam Stephens, Gerry Browne, Mary Been, Donal Mee, Paraic Stephens presenting a cheque for €2,331.17 to Ollie McGuinness, Chairperson of Roscommon town branch of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice. LEFT: From left to right: Donal Mee, Gerry Browne, Mary Gleeson, Mella Marques, Catia da Nova, Marina Marques, Atila Tavares. Cheque of €1,320 been presented to Ollie McGuinness, Chairperson of Roscommon town branch of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice.

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Senator Feighan outside the new Boyle Primary Care Centre.

Over €3,500 was raised by two events for the Mayo/Roscommon Hospice recently. They were held in conjunction with the recent Lamb Festival in Roscommon Town and were organised by Mella Marques and her committee. Paraic Stephens raised a

total of €2,331.17 from sales of his woodcraft. Thanks to the Hospice volunteers who helped throughout the weekend. A BBQ held at Gleeson’s Townhouse raised €1,320. A big thank you to the sponsors, Castlemine Farm, and Tom Madden (butcher), and thanks

also to Gleeson’s Townhouse for hosting the event and also thanks to the Lamb Festival Committee and to our volunteers who kindly gave up their time to cook the BBQ – including Atila Tavares (head chef), and his team, Rodrigoand Bruno Marques, Reginaldo da

Sousa, Beto Vilela and Pipi Vargas. Also, thanks to all who helped with the preparation, Marina Marques, Catia da Nova, Ray Sutton, Lisiane Tavares and Rita Rodrigues Vilela. We would also like to thank all the people who supported the fundraising events.

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The aim of the Patient Council is to work closely with staff in RUH to improve the experience patients have when using the services of the hospital Roscommon University Hospital is a level 2 hospital in the Saolta University Health Care Group. The Saolta Group is committed to developing and enhancing a “Patient First” culture in all its hospitals. The Group is committed to involving Public and Patients in the planning and implementation of health care initiatives and establishing a Patient Council is an important step in achieving this.

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The Patient Council will assist hospital management in assessing the current quality of service and recommend new services or changes. They will also review policies and procedures. The Patient Council will oversee the development of patient involvement initiatives and help us communicate to the wider population. The Council will meet regularly to plan and agree improvements in the patient experience. It is envisaged that between seven and ten people will participate in the Council and work with the Hospital Management Team. We welcome applications from anyone interested in improving our Health Services and Patients’ experience and we would particularly like to hear from people who have had direct contact with our hospital as a patient or relative. If you are interested in volunteering for the Patient Council or would like to find out more about what the role entails, please call Ursula Morgan, Director of Nursing at 090 6632271, Ursula.morgan@hse.ie or write to Ursula Morgan, Director of Nursing, Roscommon University Hospital, Athlone Road, Roscommon on or before 06 October, 2017.

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Dementia information session in Roscommon Marking World Alzheimer’s Month 2017 The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (ASI), in conjunction with the HSE, is hosting a free dementia information session on Wednesday, 27th of September in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon (11 am -1 pm). There are currently over 55,000 people living with dementia in Ireland and it is anticipated that over a thousand

people are living with dementia in Co. Roscommon. The event is open to anyone living with dementia, their careers and family members. The aim of the event is to give people a clearer understanding of dementia, explore memory supports available and discuss how to best communicate with a person with dementia. Speakers at the event are Fiona Beattie, Community Dementia Support Nurse for the ASI, John Brennan, Senior Occupational Therapist, HSE and Collette Gill,

Senior Speech & Language Therapist, HSE. Community Dementia Support Nurse with The ASI, Fiona Beattie said: “The Alzheimer Society of Ireland and the HSE are delighted to be hosting this free dementia information session as part of World Alzheimer Month. “It’s important that people have as much information as possible when facing into a dementia diagnosis and this is what we are aiming to achieve. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to seeing them on the 27th in Hannon’s Hotel.”

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NewsPeople newsbriefs Free Diabetes Screening Day at Tully’s Pharmacy Diabetes Ireland and healthcare company MSD will be hosting a free Diabetes Screening Day at Tully’s Pharmacy in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, on Friday, 22nd of September, as part of a nationwide initiative. The event is open to all adults, both diagnosed and undiagnosed, who want to get more information about the risks associated with Type 2 Diabetes and how to better manage it. Now in its fourth year, the free education and screening programme has to date helped over 3,000 people from across Ireland get advice on how to effectively prevent or manage the condition. Members of the public are welcome to come along and meet the Diabetes Ireland team at Tully’s Pharmacy (10 am-4 pm) and avail of a free and simple test for Type 2 Diabetes.

‘Baby-knit clothes’ event in aid of Hospice Mayo/Roscommon Hospice shop in Castlerea are having a special evening on October 4th from 7 pm-9 pm to showcase and sell their great collection of newly-knitted baby clothes. Items include hand-crafted baby clothes, baby blankets, comfort toys and many more fabulous baby items – all specially knitted for the occasion. Cheese and wine reception with raffle and lots of great prizes. All monies raised will go to maintain local hospice palliative care services. All are welcome.

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Pictured at the 21st anniversary celebrations of RHS Home Care Services in the Abbey Hotel were Minister Denis Naughten, Cllr. Orla Leyden, Chairperson of Roscommon County Council, Pat Gilmore, RHS Home Care Chairman, Veronica Barrett, RHS Home Care CEO and Eugene Cummins, CEO of Roscommon County Council. Picture: Andrew Fox

PUBLIC NOTICES COMHAIRLE CHONTAE ROS COMÁIN ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT ACT 2000 (as amended) PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS 2001 (as amended)

NOTICE IN RELATION TO SPECIFIED DEVELOPMENT Notice is hereby given pursuant to the provisions of Section 179 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) and Article 81 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) that Roscommon County Council proposes carrying out the following works:

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: L1807 Walk Road Roscommon, from its junction with N61 Circular Road, to its junction with L7058 Blackstick Road. Period of Closure: From 8.00am on Monday 16th October to 5.30pm on Friday 20th October, 2017. Alternative Routes: L7058 Blackstick Road, N63 Lanesborough Road, N61 Circular Road and vice versa. Reason for Closures: To facilitate ESB upgrade works. Local access will be facilitated. Objections in respect of the proposed closure may be made in writing to the undersigned to arrive not later than 5.00pm on Thursday 28th September 2017. Eugene Dwyer Head of Roads & Transportation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98

Renovation and extension of the Roscommon Arts Centre to include: • Construction of a 2-storey extension to the west comprising predominantly of a gallery to the ground floor and a workshop area to the first floor. • Remodelling of the front porch of the existing Arts Centre to match the proposed extension. • Reconfiguration of the internal layout of the lobby/box office and bar area within the existing Arts Centre. • Reconfiguration of the car-parking layout. • Associated building and event signage and external lighting. • All other associated site and ancillary works. At Ballypheasan Townland, Roscommon Town, Co. Roscommon. Plans and particulars of the proposed development will be available for inspection and for purchase (at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy) from 22nd September 2017 to 20th October 2017 inclusive, during office hours at the offices of Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon Town. Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development would be situated, may be made in writing to the undersigned on or before 5pm on 3rd November, 2017. Signed: - Martin Lydon Director of Services Planning and Enterprise Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98 Email: mlydon@roscommoncoco.ie Date of Notice: 22nd September 2017.

PUBLICATION OF VALUATION LIST - CARLOW, KILDARE, KILKENNY, LEITRIM, LONGFORD, OFFALY, ROSCOMMON, SLIGO, SOUTH DUBLIN AND WESTMEATH COUNTY COUNCILS I, John O’Sullivan, Commissioner of Valuation, pursuant to Section 23 of the Valuation Act, 2001(as amnded) hereby give notice that a new valuation list for the rating authority areas of Carlow, Kildare, Kilkenny, Leitrim, Longford, Offaly, Roscommon, Sligo, South Dublin and Westmeath County Council will be published on 15th September 2017. Following publication, entries on the valuation list will be available for inspection during normal office hours at the local authority offices and at the Valuation Office, Block 2, Irish Life Centre, Abbey Street Lower, Dublin 1. Entries on the said valuation list may also be inspected online at the Valuation Office website www.valoff.ie John O’Sullivan, Commissioner of Valuation

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Senator Hopkins meets Minister Daly.

Mental health review…

Minister will meet HSE ‘shortly’ Senator Maura Hopkins met with Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People, Jim Daly, on Tuesday in relation to the external report into Roscommon Mental Health services. She also stated that she has emphasised her concerns to Minister for Health Simon Harris. Senator Hopkins said: “I had an in-depth discussion with Minister Jim Daly on Tuesday and made it very clear to him that serious issues exist in relation to the delivery of safe and effective mental health services for the people of Co. Roscommon.” She added that the 27 recommendations need to be implemented in order to deliver a more effective and safer service for

people with mental health difficulties and their families. “We need to see proper timelines for the implementation of these recommendations. I asked Minister Jim Daly to meet with Tony Canavan, Chief Health Officer Area 2, to discuss the challenges identified in the report and to closely monitor the implementation of recommendations. Minister Daly has agreed to this and a meeting will now be taking place very shortly. “It is important that good leadership is shown both at government level and within the HSE in order to deliver a more positive and improved mental health service for the people of our county.”

Pictured at the Cuisle 10k Fun Run were Bernie Morris, Clive Guthrie and Susan Gannon. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Creggs Rugby Club: NEW PLAYERS OF ALL AGES WELCOME

CREGGS RUGBY CLUB: NEW PLAYERS OF ALL AGES WELCOME Creggs Rugby Club is based in the village of Creggs, 15km from Roscommon Town. Rugby is a popular sport around the world, played by male and female players of all ages. Creggs Rugby Club offers ‘Mini Rugby’ for Boys and Girls ages 7-12 yrs, ‘Youth Rugby’ for Boys teams all ages from Under 13 to Under 18.5 and two adult teams. Part of our major new development which is currently ongoing will see us rolling out Women’s rugby at all ages, depending on demand from the 2018-19 season. Creggs Rugby Club is very much a community-based club drawing from the region and surrounding towns. We have a wonderful social side to our club and promise that all new players will be warmly welcome to a friendly and well-managed sporting environment. If you are interested in playing or just would like to sample the sport this season we are delighted to have partnered up with Roscommon Town Community Sports Park in Lisnamult for training while all matches are played at our grounds in Creggs Village. Mini Rugby (ages 7 to 12 years) will take place in Creggs Grounds starting on Saturday morning, 23rd of September at 11 am. Training in Roscommon Community Sports Park, Lisnamult, Roscommon now on for: Under 13s and Under 14s – Tuesday at 7 pm

CREGGS RUGBY CLUB NOWI GRACZE - WSZYSTKIE GRUPY WIEKOWE - MILE WIDZIANI Treningi w Roscommon we wtorki, czwartki oraz piątki. Creggs Rugby Klub znajduje się w Cregg , 15km od Roscommon. Rugby jest popularnym sportem na świecie, uprawianym przez mężczyzn i kobiety w każdym wieku. Creggs Rugby Klub offeruje: Mini Rugby dla chłopców i dziewczynek w wieku 7-12 lat, Youth Rugby dla zespołów chłopców w różnym wieku, od poniżej 13 roku życia ( Under 13’) do poniżej 18 roku życia (Under 18.5) oraz dwa zespoły dorosłych. Częścią naszego obecnego planu rozwoju jest uruchomienie zespołu/zespołów (w zależności od zapotrzebowania ) rugby kobiet, w każdym wieku, na sezon 2018 – 19. Creggs Rugby Klub jest klubem wspólnotowym, obejmujacym region Creggs i okoliczne miasteczka. Klub ma wspaniałą stronę socjalną i obiecujemy, że wszyscy nowi członkowie będą ciepło powitani w naszym przyjacielskim i dobrze zorganizownaym środowisku. Jesli jesteś zainteresowany grą lub też chciałbyś spróbować tego sportu w tym sezonie zapraszamy na treningi w Roscommon Town Community Sports Park w Lisnamult a wszelkie mecze będą rozgrywały się na naszym terenie w Creggs. Mini Rugby ( przedział wiekowy 7-12 lat) rozpocznie się w sobotę 23 września o godz. 11.00 w Creggs. Treningi w Roscommon Town Community Sports Park w Lisnamult od teraz: Under 13’ oraz Under 14’ – wtorki o godzinie 19.00.

Under 15s – Thursday 7 pm

Under 15’ – czwartki o godzinie 19.00.

Under 16s and Under 17s – Thursday 7.30 pm

Under 16’ oraz Under 17 s’- czwartki o godzinie 19.30.

Adult Teams and U18.5s – Tuesdays and Fridays at 8.15 pm

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â&#x201A;Ź800k for social housing for people with disabilities People with disabilities living in social housing across Roscommon-Galway are receiving Government support of more than â&#x201A;Ź800,000 under the Disabled Persons Grants Scheme for improvements to social housing, according to Minister Denis Naughten. Minister Naughten said that 90% of the funding will come from central Government, with the remainder allocated by Roscommon-Galway Coun-

cils. Improvements covered under the Scheme include grab rails, disabled access ramps and wet rooms. Grants can also be used for home extensions where there is overcrowding. Confirming the allocation announced by his Cabinet colleague the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government Eoghan Murphy, Minister Denis Naughten added: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important that people see the ben-

efits of this funding as soon as possible. The grants allow for improvements and extensions to local social housing. One significant development in the Scheme is that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Improvement Works in Lieuâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and extensions to privately owned houses are being allowed, where the occupant is approved for social housing. This will help ease the housing strain in local communities.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Planning and progress on some of the works under the Scheme is already underway as the Councils were told to proceed with spending up to 65% of funding received last year. Now the total has been agreed even more improvements can happen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This funding will allow those with disabilities to continue living at home, in the company of family, friends and neighbours in safety and comfort.â&#x20AC;?

Future entrepreneurs! Senior pupils from St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s N.S., Lecarrow, took part in an Enterprise Awareness Workshop. Picture shows Jean Gethins, Ailbhe Heavey, Katie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor, Saffron Fallon, Sophie Fallon, Heather Cunningham, Orla Corcoran, Michael Kilcline and Kian Mulligan with Lena Shaw whoÂ facilitated an excellentÂ Enterprise Awareness workshop sponsored byÂ Local Enterprise Office Roscommon.Â

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s talk about Keadue! The public are invited to an open evening of discussion about Keadue on Tuesday, 26th of September â&#x20AC;&#x201C;upstairs in St. Ronanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall (8 pm). Interested individuals as well as groups are welcome and organisers of the meeting would especially would like to hear from â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;newâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; people in the area or those who might not have had this opportunity before. In a statement, Keadue Development Association said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our hope is that as many people as possible will turn out and that we can discuss what priorities need tackling in our community and how we might set about it and that we have a lively and constructive evening. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What gets discussed depends on who turns up. So, it is possible we could discuss a wide range of issues e.g. broadband, young families and facilities, social care, tourism, walkways, education, sport, micro-business, transport, heritage and so on. The topic depends on you!â&#x20AC;? The evening of discussion will be facilitated by Liam Scollan. Liam will be known to some as the former CEO of Knock Airport and of the Western Development Commission and is a strong advocate for development in the region. The findings from the night will be formed into a set of proposals for action by the local community and will also be used to enlist the support of outside development agencies in economic and social spheres. Keadue Development Association have organised this meeting and we are grateful for the support of Roscommon County Council. All are welcome.

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Pictured at the 21st anniversary celebrations of RHS Home Care Services in the Abbey Hotel were RHS Home Care board members and elected representatives.

RHS 21st anniversary celebrations Abbey Hotel, Roscommon Pictured at the 21st anniversary celebrations of RHS Home Care Services in the Abbey Hotel were Eleanor Mahony and Donna Hogan.

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Pictured at the 21st anniversary celebrations of RHS Home Care Services in the Abbey Hotel were Noreen O’Connor, Patricia Higgins and Mary Mullen.

Pictured at the 21st anniversary celebrations of RHS Home Care Services in the Abbey Hotel were Jenny Higgins, Siobhán Cunningham and Mary Conroy Thomas.

Pictured at the 21st anniversary celebrations of RHS Home Care Services in the Abbey Hotel were RHS Home Care founding members back row (l-r) Catriona Corcoran, Ciarán Moylan, Pat Gilmore, RHS Home Care Chairman and Catherine Guckian. Front row (l-r) Maisie Gately, Monica Weir and Veronica Barrett, RHS Home Care CEO.

Pictured at the 21st anniversary celebrations of RHS Home Care Services in the Abbey Hotel were Patrick Towey and Bernie Diffley.

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TEL: (090) 96 88606 (090) 96 88830 (090) 96 87651 IFA President Joe Healy led a delegation including Damian McDonald, Director General; Angus Woods, National Livestock Chairman; and Kevin Kinsella, Director of Livestock to a meeting with Minister Michael Creed to discuss actions required on beef price and Brexit and the need to support farmers in the forthcoming Budget.

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ANNUAL SHOW AND SALE OF WEANLINGS IN CONJUNCTION WITH OUR USUAL SALE MONDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER:

CONTINENTAL BULLOCK SHOW AND SALE THURSDAY 28TH:

CONTINENTAL HEIFER SHOW AND SALE AND BELGIAN BLUE WEANLING SHOW AND SALE MONDAY 2ND OCTOBER:

ANNUAL SHOW AND SALE OF ABERDEEN ANGUS BULLOCKS THURSDAY 5TH OCTOBER:

ANNUAL SHOW AND SALE OF ABERDEEN ANGUS HEIFERS SATURDAY 7TH OCTOBER:

SATURDAY WEANLING SALES COMMENCE SATURDAY 14TH OCTOBER:

ANGUS WEANLING SALE IN CONJUNCTION WITH OUR USUAL WEANLING SALE SATURDAY 21ST OCTOBER:

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IFA meets Minister Creed on beef, Brexit and Budget ‘18 An IFA livestock delegation led by the President Joe Healy met recently with Agriculture Minister Michael Creed in Dublin to highlight the severe income and price pressure on cattle farmers. The delegation stressed the need for a strong Government response across a range of issues, including a Budget with a strong focus on beef. Joe Healy said the Government has signalled that the Budget will be focused on dealing with the fallout from Brexit. He said “No sector has been hit harder by Brexit than cattle farmers who are losing €2m per week because of the sterling weakness. This must be addressed in the Budget.” IFA has called for a €50 per head suckler cow payment bolt-on to the

BDGP for animal welfare, as well as EU support for ongoing Brexit losses at farm level. IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said Minister Creed agreed with the IFA position that there needs to be EU support for the Brexit losses at farm level. The Minister confirmed that he is seeking support at EU level to advance the case. Angus Woods said Minister Creed reaffirmed his commitment to have AOs (Agricultural Officers) monitor trim and classification on a daily basis in the factories. He said IFA told the Minister that farmers are very frustrated over the delays in implementing this essential measure. Angus Woods said IFA raised the

need to increase the 30-month age limit. He said there was no longer justification for the 30-month rule and it was impacting farmers’ ability to sell harder. He said the Minister should resist this condition being applied in any veterinary certs or retail specifications. The IFA Livestock Leader said Minister Creed accepted that there needs to be more transparency and competition in the beef sector. He said a strong live export trade is essential for the livestock sector. “Minister Creed made it clear he is very committed to supporting the live trade and every market opportunity will be fully pursued.” Support for Producer Organisations and how they can be advanced was also discussed at the meeting.

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Ewe lambs

Char X 860 kgs €1690, Char 830 kgs €1680, Simm X 840 kgs €1600, AAX 815 kgs €1550, Lim 705 kgs €1320, Lim 635 kgs €1310, BBX 670 kgs €1165 PTX 540 kgs €1080, Lim 555 kgs €1100, Lim 635 kgs €1310. Heifers made from €420 to €1185 over.

47.8kgs €115, 47.5kgs €102, 43.4kgs €100.

Finished lambs 51.3kgs €105, 57 kgs €103.5, 60 kgs €103.5, 50.5 kgs €102.5, 52.6 kgs €102 50.7kgs €102, 49.7 €100, 48.6 kgs €100.

€128.5, 48kgs 46kgs €115, €112 44.5kgs 44.7kgs €101, €100, 45kgs

Store lambs 39.2kgs €86, 42.9 kgs €85.5, 42.1 kgs €82.5, 39.4kgs €82, 37.8kgs €79, 38.4 kgs €77.50, 38.8 kgs €74. Cast ewes made from €40 to €132 per lot.

Manager’s report… Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There was another large entry of excellent quality cattle on offer at last Friday’s sale (15th of September) which included a special sale of heifers. “There was a brisk trade for heifers with prices averaging from €2.32 per kilo up to €2.93 per kilo and an 87% clearance rate. Again this week there was a good attendance of customers anxious for stock. “There was a good entry of bullocks with prices ranging from €2.15 per kilo up to €2.73 per kilo and a 93% clearance of lots. There was a lively trade for dry cows with averages of €1.69 per kilo up to €2.06 per kilo and high clearance of 96%. “We have a Special Sale of Bullocks Friday next September 22nd with 130 pens on offer. Also, heifers & dry cows. Don’t forget – Special Sale of Heifers Friday, September 29th at 11 a.m. Also bullocks & dry cows. Bookings accepted up to 5 pm on Thursday, September 21st.

Manager’s report… Brendan Egan, Castlerea Mart “Despite the recent inclement weather conditions trade remained very strong for most classes of stock on offer at our sale last Thursday. “In the weanling rings big numbers were presented again this week with trade and prices holding firm while the heifer and cow trade reported good clearances. Bigger numbers of runners presented this week with strong farmer demand especially for the continental lots. “At our Bullock sale on Monday,

11th of September, there were 200 bullocks on offer with bullocks making from €400 to €1055 over with an average of €580 over paid with prices best for the quality continental stores. “Sales continue at Castlerea Mart on Monday next, the 18th of September, with our bullock sale and next Thursday with our annual Show and Sale of Weanlings in conjunction with our usual sale. All sales commence at 11 am.”

“With regard to breeeding ewes, sales continue on Saturday at 11 a.m. Gates open at 8 am on Saturday next, September, 23rd. Show & Sale of Pedigree Texel Rams – show at 12.30 pm, sale at 1.30 pm. “In our Sheep Sale on Wednesday, 20th of September, we had a similar entry of sheep at this week’s sale. There was a slight dip in trade for lambs with the tops fetching €105 for 51.3 kgs. There were excellent ewe lambs on offer again this week. A pen of good quality ewe lambs 47.8 kgs made €128.5. Prices for cast ewes ranged from €40 up to €132 per head. “Sheep sales continue each Wednesdays at 11 am for lambs & cast ewes. Sales for breeding ewes and hoggets is on Saturday, September 23rd – Sale at 11 am. Gates open at 8 am. On Saturday next, September 23rd, Show & Sale of Pedigree Texel Sheep. Show 12.30 pm. Sale at 1.30 pm.”

Castlerea Mart sample prices Heifers Chx 405kgs €1100 lm 405kgs €1050 Ch 490kgs €1315 Lm 480kgs €1205 ch 455kgs €1190 Lmx 555kgs €1385 Ch 530kgs €1300.

Dry cows Ch 810kgs €1560BBx 740kgs €1475 Lm 705kgs €1395 Lm 880kg €1560 Lm 740kgs €1390. Cows with calves at foot made from €950 to €1750 per head. Springer cows made up to €1300 per head. Runners: Hereford Angus crosses made

from €300 to €525 with the continentals making up to €760.

Weanling bulls Ch 290kgs €1040 Ch 285kgs €1000 ch 270kgs €905 ch 460kgs €1220 BBx 430kgs €1150 Ch 425kgs €1130.

Weanling heifers Lmx 290kgs €930 Ch 270kgs €860 Ch 350kgs €1085 Lm 330kgs €1045 Lm 310kgs €1040 Ch 420kgs €1050.

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Property Services Providers Licence No. 001373 Bullocks, Heifers & Dry Cows Each Friday at 11a.m. ------------------------------------

Extra Special Sale of Bullocks Friday, September 22nd at 11 a.m. 130 pens of Bullocks on offer Also Heifers & Dry Cows All Cattle must be penned by 10 a.m. to be included in the Draw ------------------------------------

Harvest Special Sale of Bullocks Friday, October 6th at 11 a.m. Also Heifers & Dry Cows Bookings accepted up to 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 28th ----------------------

Harvest Special Sale of Heifers Friday, September 29th at 11 a.m. Also Bullocks & Dry Cows Bookings accepted up to 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 21st --------------------------

Final opportunity to appeal your commercial rates Commercial occupiers within County Roscommon are currently undergoing a rating revaluation, which means the level of rates previously paid will change. Aishleen O’Toole also advised that 2,088 Proposed Valuation Certificates were issued in County Roscommon and 448 representations were made which indicates that 21% of occupiers were unhappy. It is interesting to note that out of the many counties undergoing a revaluation at present, Roscommon recorded the highest level of representations.

Based on the representations received the Valuation Office issued Final Certificates on the 15th September 2017 and have conceded reductions in 21% of cases. Almost 63% of occupiers will now receive a reduction in their rates liability while just over 33% are actually increasing. Aishleen advised that in all of her cases that she appealed, 98% were reduced. Unfortunately there will always be those that increase and increases overall have come from the retail, industrial and hospitality sectors.

Residence near Portrun Bay now on the market

Special Sale of Weanlings

This week, Pat Hughes & Co. Auctioneers & Valuers have an attractive threebedroomed residence which is in need of total modernisation for sale. The property is located approximately one and a half miles from Portrun Bay. This would make an ideal investment opportunity, or holiday home. Offers in excess of 60,000 are being considered. For more information or to arrange an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

Tuesday, September 26th at 5 p.m. Bookings accepted up to 5 p.m. on this Thursday, September 21st Also Suckler Cows & Springers ----------------------

Show & Sale of Weanlings Tuesday, October 3rd at 5 p.m. Bookings accepted up to 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 28th Full details of Classes on our Website/Facebook pages ---------------------

Lambs & Cast Ewes Each Wednesday at 11 a.m. Please note that Ewe Lambs will be sold separately -------------

Breeding Ewes & Hoggets - Each Saturday at 11 a.m. Gates open at 8 a.m. Included in sale on this Saturday, September 23rd – 50 Excellent Quality Suffolk X P.B. Non Registered Hoggets -----------------------

Annual Show & Sale of Male & Female Pedigree Texel Sheep This Saturday, September 23rd Show at 12.30p.m. – Sale at 1.30 p.m. -----------------------

Full details of all our sales on our Website and Facebook pages

Final Open Viewing on stunning Georgian property Frybrook House is without doubt one of the finest properties in Boyle and from the moment one drives through the cast-iron gates one will be enchanted with this very special property. A sweeping avenue leads to the front of the house, which is surrounded by its own walls, courtyard and mature grounds. Not surprisingly this charming property has generated a great deal of interest locally, nationally and internationally. REA Seamus Carthy have shown the property to in excess of 200 interested parties.

ensure that they are comfortable with the levels payable. Should you have any further queries in relation to your rates or the representation process, please contact Aishleen or Seamus at REA Seamus Carthy, Roscommon Town on 0906630001 or email info@ reacarthy.ie.

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Well-known shop unit in prime location in Roscommon Pat Hughes & Co. Auctioneers & Valuers are offering an 800 sq. ft. shop unit, located in The Square, Roscommon, for sale. The premises, formerly known as Mary Raftery Jewellers, is being leased for a period of four years and eleven months. For more information or to arrange an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

Auctioneers & Valuers NO. 1 ABBEY ST., ROSCOMMON. TEL 090 66 27003. FAX 090 66 26296 EMAIL info@pathughesauctioneers.com Web: www.pathughesauctioneers.com

NEW TO THE MARKET – TO LET Circa 800 sq ft Commercial Unit to let at

THE SQUARE, ROSCOMMON TOWN Formerly Mary Raftery Ltd. Jewellers

The property is been let with a 4 year 11 month Lease. For further details contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com.

Frybrook House

Seamus Carthy advised that they are “now in a position to bring the property to a close and as such are holding our final open viewing this Friday, 22nd September from 1-2 pm. Anyone who has an interest in this prop-

erty are more than welcome to attend.” Should you wish to discuss the property further please contact Seamus Carthy at our Roscommon Town office on 0906630001 or email info@ reacarthy.ie

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FINAL OFFERS Final offers are now being accepted for a 3 Bedroomed Detached Residence in need of total modernisation located at

ARDANAGH, ROSCOMMON TOWN

Tulsk lands sold, more on the market

ENQUIRIES 090 6626352 Live streaming of sales from Ring 1 See link on our facebook page or website Email: roscommonmart@gmail.com Visit our website: www.roscommonmart.ie

Unless the levels proposed in the Final Certificates are contested before the 12th October 2017 these are deemed to be accepted and will be the levels payable by occupiers from the 1st January 2018. Aishleen advised that if parties are dissatisfied with their valuation, the deadline to appeal directly to the Valuation Tribunal has been set for October 12th, however this process can be costly as well as lengthy. As these rates will remain unchanged for a period of 10 years it is vital that all occupiers

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Pat Hughes & Co. Auctioneers & Valuers are confirming that they have agreed the sale of a residential farm of circa 26 acres at Glenballythomas, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon. They are also confirming that they

have a further forty acres for sale, which can be sold in one or two lots, to suit. For more information or to arrange an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

56-acre Dysart farm sold to local farmer

Locally owned ... in the heart of the community

This week, Pat Hughes & Company Auctioneers & Valuers of Abbey Street, Roscommon have confirmed that they have agreed the sale of a residential farm of circa 56 acres at Carrowkeel, Dysart, Co. Roscommon. The lands have been sold in trust to a local farmer.

The residence stands on a large site which would be suitable for development subject to Planning Permission being granted. For further information contact the office on 090 6627003.

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### URGENTLY REQUIRED ### ALL TYPES OF PROPERTIES IN AND AROUND ROSCOMMON FOR DISAPPOINTED UNDERBIDDERS

Roscommon People Friday 22 September 2017

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OFFERS NOW INVITED

FRYBROOK HOUSE, BOYLE, CO. ROSCOMMON

Attractive bungalow at Corbo, Kilrooskey This attractive four-bedroomed bungalow residence at Corbo, Kilrooskey comes to the market with Ivan Connaughton Auctioneers in excellent condition throughout. It’s located c. 4 miles from Roscommon town in the popular area of Kilroosky and stands on a large, mature, elevated private site c. 0.51 acres. Deceptively large internally, the floor area is c. 1,750 sq. ft. with the

potential to extend up into the attic with velux windows installed. Kept in excellent condition, this residence has many extra features such as stoned and kerbed driveway which extends to the rear of the property, large front garden with laid lawns and natural hedging to all boundaries. There is a paved patio area to the rear which can be accessed from the kitchen/dining room via sliding

patio doors. Post and rail fencing to the front of the elevated entrance. Wooden flooring in all rooms and fully alarmed, ‘Ait Alainn’ is certainly a property to be viewed to appreciate the location and standCorbo, Kilrooskey ard of this family home. Accommodation includes recep- Price region is €165,000. Viewing tion hallway, sitting room, kitchen/ comes highly recommended and dining room, utility, four bed- is strictly by appointment with the rooms (with one ensuite) and main auctioneer. For further details conbathroom. tact the office on 090-6663700.

Prime retail/ofﬁce units available This exclusive property provides a stately home offering seclusion and privacy whilst still being in walking distance of all amenities in Boyle Town. Final open viewing, Friday 22nd September, 1-2pm. Offers in confidence are now invited.

NEW TO THE MARKET

FRYBROOK LODGE, BOYLE, CO. ROSCOMMON

Unique and Charming Property, scenically located on the banks of the River Boyle.The property is the former Gate Lodge of Frybrook House and is imbued in a rich sense of history. The property is currently unoccupied but was formerly trading as a coffee shop. Guide Price: €100,000

FINAL OFFERS NOW INVITED

ERRIT, CARROWBEHY, CO. ROSCOMMON

A quality family home situated between the townlands of Carrowbehy and Urlaur. The property is a detached 4 bedroom home which could benefit from refurbishment providing the new owner an opportunity to put their own stamp on it. The property is situated on a site of 0.6 acres and has the benefit of outbuildings. Guide Price: €60,000.

ALL OFFERS NOW INVITED TO SELL

LISNAVILLE TOWNLAND, FUERTY, CO. ROSCOMMON

Considered an excellent opportunity to purchase a quality 4 bedroom family home on a nice 1 Acre site in an excellent location. Presented in good condition throughout. With the award winning village of Castlecoote on your doorstep and Fuerty National School only 0.5 miles, families take note. Contact Seamus Carthy with offers

Please contact Seamus Carthy in confidence if you are considering selling REA Seamus Carthy have experienced a surge in residential site sales in various locations and land sales in close proximity to Roscommon Town. We currently have a high volume of clients seeking these types of properties.

ROSCOMMON TOWN T: 090 66 30001 • W: www.reacarthy.ie

John Earley, FIPAV, of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market three prime retail/office properties of c. 6,300 sq. ft. located at 9-14, Castleview Terrace, off Castle Street, Roscommon town, Co. Roscommon. John describes the property as “primely located commercial units with the benefit of substantial car

9-14, Castleview Terrace, off Castle Street, Roscommon town,

parking facilities and spacious accommodation to suit either office or retail

purposes. Note the said units can be sold in one or more lots should mar-

ket interest dictate.” Each property comprises of c. 1,050 sq. ft. on the ground floor and c. 1,050 sq. ft. on the 1st floor. The said properties can easily be modified to be used as one overall unit. At present, lease terms can be agreed with a potential ready to go client with an annual rent of c. €30,000 per annum. The auctioneers now invite immediate enquiries

and all offers for immediate sale. 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 us on facebook at www.facebook.com/propertypartners.earley.

Landmark 7-day licenced premises for sale in Tulsk John Earley, FIPAV, of Property Partners Earley is this week offering new to the market a landmark 7-day licenced premises of c. 4,284 sq. ft. in the heart of Tulsk Village.‘The Tulsk Inn & Country Ballroom’ which is one of the region’s most renowned entertainment venues, is described as “a renowned and highly regarded trading house, having established itself as one of the region’s most popular entertainment venues.” Tulsk is a thriving village which can accommodate most everyday needs and is known as the crossroads of the west of Ireland. Servicing a large catchment area, The Tulsk Inn and Country Ballroom is primely positioned to cater for large functions, dances, social events and all local and passing trade. “The property is presented for sale in excellent condition

Meadowbrook, Tulsk Village, Co. Roscommon

throughout by its present owners and offers a premium opportunity to develop and expand the property’s existing reputation in the country music scene and beyond. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell.” For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact John Earley, FIPAV, of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 0906626579, email jearley@propertypartners. ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie.

Residence at Oran is well worth viewing Connaughton Auctioneers are delighted to present to the market this three-bedroomed, two-storey residence located on the main Roscommon/Castlerea Road at Oran. This residence is in excellent condition throughout and sits on a site of c. 0.9 acres with unrivalled views of the surrounding countryside. The location is good, being a mere 10-minute drive from Roscommon town centre and all its amenities. Accommodation consists of: ground floor: reception hallway, living room, dining room, sitting room, back hallway, kitchen. First floor: landing, three bedrooms, and main bathroom. There are many extra features to consider with this property including the array of outbuildings in-

Prime Tulsk property available to rent John Earley, FIPAV, of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the rental market a prime retail unit of c. 900 sq. ft. located at Meadowbrook, Tulsk Village, Co. Roscommon. Terms and conditions are negotiable. John describes the property as “a primely located unit in this newly-developed business park set adjacent to the newly-opened Tulsk Laundry and dry cleaning business. “The said purpose-built building has been laid out to accommodates a number of commercial units together with an apartment on first level. Terms and conditions negotiable and size requirements are flexible. Ideal for a hairdressing or beauty salon, etc… enquiries are invited.” For further details, please contact John Earley, FIPAV, of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579, logonto www.propertypartners.ie or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

Sales of the week at REA Seamus Carthy REA Seamus Carthy are delighted to announce the sales of the following properties this week:

Oran

cluded in the sale, a large paddock to one side of the residence, laid lawns, mature trees surrounding the boundary, oil-fired central heating and mains water.

Price region is €130,000. Viewing is recommended and can be arranged by appointment by contacting the office on 090-66 63700.

Elphin residence has development potential This week, Pat Hughes & Co. Auctioneers & Valuers have an attractive three-bedroomed semi-detached residence for sale at New Line Road, Elphin. The residence stands on a large site, which has significant development potential – subject to planning permission granted. For more information or to arrange an appointment to view, contact the office on 0906627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

8, Priory Park, Ballaghaderreen

This quality three-bedroomed semi-detached two-storey home is now at ‘sale agreed’ status at €76,000.

8, Priory Park, Ballaghaderreen

Carraig Rua, Fermoyle, Lanesboro, Co. Longford

This quality detached dormer four-bedroomed bungalow with the benefit of a large detached workshop recently achieved €146,000 and Seamus Carthy is delighted to advise that the property is now sold. * We have a number of underbidders seeking

Carraig Rua, Fermoyle, Lanesboro, Co. Longford

properties in various locations throughout the region. Should you be considering selling your property please contact Seamus confidentially at 090-6630001 or email info@reacarthy.ie

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FINAL OFFERS by 3pm Friday 6th October, 2017 C. 8.15 ACRES AT

LISGOBBIN, DERRANE, CO. ROSCOMMON

NEW TO THE MARKET

CORBO, KILROOSKEY, CO. ROSCOMMON

c.15 acres to let at Milltown, Dysart Ideal winterage ground being let from 1st Oct 2018 to 1st Sept 2019 c.200 acres available for sheep only from 1st November 2017 to 1st March 2018 Call the office on 090 666 3700 for more information

WANTED FOR AWAITING CLIENT Lands for 100 sheep from 1st November 2017 to 20th January 2018 ALL LOCATIONS CONSIDERED

SLATTED SHEDS • Prime lands comprising c.8.15 Acres • Excellent quality lands • Located c.4 miles from Roscommon Town • Unrivalled views of Sliabh Ban and surrounding countryside • Huge potential for building site (Subject to Planning) • Contact the office on 090-6663700 for further details Final Offers By 3pm on Friday 6th October

• Very attractive four bedroom bungalow residence in excellent condition • Located c. 4 miles from Roscommon Town. • Standing on a large mature private site c. 0.51 acres. • Attic area suitable for conversion • Viewing highly recommended (By appointment only). Contact the office on 09066 63700 for further details.

Tenants are queuing up to rent your property We urgently need more residential lettings, all areas

Call us today!

Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel. (090) 6663700. Mob. (086) 8985013 www.connaughtonauctioneers.ie

Have you a slatted shed to rent or looking for a slatted shed?

Call us today on 090 666 3700 and we will do our best to get you sorted

RESIDENCE WANTED IN BALLYGAR TOWN We have a client looking for a residence in Ballygar Town All areas considered especially Woodview, Forest View & Sycamore Court Enquiries in confidence to Ivan on 090-6663700

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION GLEESONS TOWNHOUSE, FRIDAY 27TH OCTOBER 2017 @ 3PM

FORMERLY YOUTH WORK IRELAND CASTLE STREET, ROSCOMMON TOWN

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• Prime Commercial building with huge potential • Overall area c.1,000 sq. ft. • Zoned peripheral town centre • Access to rear • Premises in excellent condition • Potential for residential/commercial/offices • Viewing highly recommended SOLICITOR FOR THE CARRIAGE OF SALE: BRID MILLER SLR, ATHLONE ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN. TEL: 090 6627777 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Joint Selling Agents –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel. (090) 6663700. Mob. (086) 8985013 www.connaughtonauctioneers.ie

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

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Showtime in Elphin Images from the recent Elphin Agricultural Show. Pictures: Andrew Fox

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PEOPLE PLATFORM Your say, our say….in everyone’s favourite local newspaper!

What makes Creggs tick? A reader from Creggs has taken issue with columnist Frank Brandon… Creggs, Co. Galway Dear Editor, With regard to Frank Brandon’s column last week (Roscommon People, 15/9/17 – ‘Places, pontificating, potholes…and people’) and the pontificating that he does/did that week and every other week, I wish to respond! I don’t entirely agree with Frank’s opinion with regard to Creggs and what makes the village great! I would like to address what I considered are omissions by Frank. Firstly, I am deeply saddened and angered that he seems to think that only ‘Mikeen’s’ exists in the village! We have other businesses that thrive and make that village exist and I think they also deserve recognition and praise. Our Plaice is open six days of the week along with the Hoof n Fin, John Gavin Motors, Creggs Motors, Gannon Bros, Flutterby Crafts and of course Creggs National School. We also have Creggs Rugby Club and Creggs GAA Club. Creggs would not be Creggs without all of the above businesses, the school and sports clubs. Creggs has a lot more to offer than “one pub, one shop and one post office”, all, to quote Frank, in the one building. Although he would suggest that he isn’t, I feel Frank is very negative. You would think that a man who writes a column every week would be promoting his village and what other rural villages have to offer, rather than pontificating about the same stuff and same place every week! Yes, it (a village such as Creggs) is

all about the people, its infrastructure and how they work together as a community, not begrudgery. Yes, Frank is a local man and I respect that, but what I don’t respect is hard-working businesses in our community being overlooked. Only last Thursday a few ladies who arranged a Coffee Morning at the Hoof n Fin in support Ireland’s biggest Coffee Morning raised €535 and sent the proceeds to Roscommon/Mayo Hospice; a massive achievement in a small village in just two hours. We all work hard and keep the lights on in the village while offering lots of services! Now that’s what makes a village good, not leaving people or businesses out. Make everyone welcome and treat others as you wish to be treated. That’s what make a village ‘tick’! Yours sincerely, J. Kerr Peter Wrafter has some suggestions that readers will find interesting…

Home loans, defaults, repossessions and vulture funds Cloonlaughnan, Mount Talbot, Co. Roscommon Dear Editor, Behind every bank application to the courts for the repossession of a family home, due to default of repayments, are fundamental issues that are common to all ‘Home Purchase Contracts’ with banks and on which all subsequent litigation for recovery is based.

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Unless there are key, fundamental changes to the current contract format, used by all banks, then there will be no change to the outcome – repossessions and sales of your contract at a big discount, to ‘Vulture Funds’. Einstein defined insanity as: “Repeating the same exercise over and over and expecting a different result each time.” That is what every new house purchaser is doing when signing the existing, ‘house-purchase contract.’ There are two fundamental changes needed to the current ‘home purchase contract’ – one is the amendment of an existing clause and the other is the addition of a new clause: 1: Amend the current ‘Securitisation’ clause in use – “to give the purchaser the same right as the ‘Vulture Fund’ to bid for his contract at a reduced amount than owing. 2: Introduce ‘Non-Recourse Debt’ contracts for ‘Family homes’. There are a number of states in the USA that have ‘statutes’ that require ‘Non-Recourse Mortgages’ – this means that the loan is only secured

on the property in question; if the borrower defaults, the lender can only seize and sell the property in question, but if the property sells for less than the debt, the lender cannot seek the ‘deficiency balance’ from the borrower. This is especially important for the ‘self-employed’. Yours sincerely, Peter Wrafter

Coffee break (Thanks, Ciarán) Dear Editor, While doing the ‘Restore Roscommon Hospital A&E’ vigil during the rain on Saturday last with my colleague Harry Dunne, we were approached by a nice young man who gave us two takeaway cups of coffee, complete with milk and sugar. Wow. We were not expecting anything like this from anybody, much less someone we had not previously known or met. When we asked him, he said his

name was Ciarán Flynn from Tulsk, and that he works in Dublin as a plasterer. He saw us as he passed the hospital on his way home, drove to Supermac’s in town, bought the hot drinks and drove out to the hospital again. To say we were impressed with this young man’s generosity and kindness, is indeed putting it mildly. Isn’t is wonderful to know that there are such thoughtful, considerate and kind young people in our midst today, at a time when some young people get a lot of bad press and older people tend to ‘paint them all with the same brush’? Maybe we should be asking, what kind of example did they get from some/many of those in positions of responsibility and power over the years! Míle buíochas a Chiaráin, the future looks good with people of your calibre setting the pace and example. We shall not forget your kindness. Is mise le meas, Bill Cunningham/Liam Ó Cuinneagáin, Baile Ros Comáin

The late John Mullin: An Appreciation Mr. John Mullin was a truly extraordinary person. Born in Manchester, England, on 24th May, 1921, he was the eldest of five children of Thomas and Ellen Mullin. His father Thomas came from a farming family in Kiltultoge, Ballinaheglish, where he met and married John’s mother, Ellen Gill, who moved to that area from her birthplace in Ballyglass West, Loughglynn, with her family. His father worked at the Ford factory in Manchester to earn money for the home farm and soon returned to Ireland for good. John first attended the Farragher Monastery School, later the CBS in Roscommon, where amongst his classmates were Miceál O’Callaghan, later Editor of the Roscommon Herald, and Phelim Murray, who won two AllIreland Senior Football Championship medals with Roscommon. John was a brilliant scholar and completed his Leaving Certificate in four years. In the Roscommon CBS record, he was described as a “brilliant lad from whom a lot was expected “. In 1942 he won a County Council Agricultural Scholarship to U.C.G., a rare occurrence, where he passed with first class honours. In

1946 he was awarded a Post Graduate Scholarship in Dublin, and a year later he achieved a Master’s Degree for his thesis on Plant Pathology. He was a genius at mathematics, and was fluent in French, Irish and Latin, as well as English. Among his many jobs in life was being in charge of the Botanic Gardens in Dublin. He was a civil servant in the Department of Agriculture where he attained senior status and was highly regarded. He represented Ireland with distinction in Europe at meetings in Geneva, Copenhagen and most frequently in Brussels. It was always a great pleasure to meet John on many occasions during the four years I was in the Cabinét of Commissioner Dick Burke. I know that he was held in the very highest regard by his European counterparts because of his specific expertise, and his ability to speak French so fluently. He kept me up to date on all matters regarding Roscommon, especially on sport and politics. John Mullin was a lifelong member of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association and always displayed his Pioneer Pin. He also always wore his Fáinne as a badge of pride in his Irish Lan-

guage heritage. He was actively involved in his local Parish Church in Iona Road, Glasnevin. A daily Mass-goer, he became one of the first group of Eucharistic Ministers in the parish. He was an active member of the local St. Vincent de Paul Society and was a regular pilgrim to the Marian Shrines of Lourdes and Fatima. He was involved with the Roscommon Association in Dublin from its earliest days and served as Treasurer of the Association for over thirty years. He was exceptionally meticulous and diligent in the collection of funds and very wise and careful in matters of expenditure. During the 1960’s and 1970’s when our Association ran fundraising dances in Clery’s Ballroom, Metropole Ballroom and National Ballroom on allocated dates, the management at these venues always insisted on a strict dress code, which often prevented entry to prospective dancers. John always came up with novel ideas to enable us to ensure maximum numbers were admitted, thus increasing our takings at the door. He always manned the door for our Annual Dinner Dances and Dress Dances in that era, as well as our Fundraising Dances. John was blessed to enjoy a long retirement,

but had some health issues in later years. He received great care at his home in Hollybank Road from his sister, Sr. Eileen Mullin of the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in Henrietta Street, Dublin 1. Later, he wisely accepted a move to Nazareth House Nursing Home, Malahide Road. He was visited every day by Sr. Eileen and regularly by friends and members of the Roscommon Association. I recall on my visits to see John and Sr. Eileen at Nazareth House how he would love to recall his many visits to his mother’s birthplace outside Loughglynn and in particular he would mention Beirne’s corner shop, Jim ‘Boxer’ Coffey, Elwood’s Coney Island Bar, the Woodlands of Loughglynn and many other local landmarks. He is survived by his sister Sr. Eileen and his younger brother Kieran and his in-laws, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins, relatives and friends. He was immensely proud of the achievements of his extended family that have wonderful memories of his kindness and generosity. May his generous and noble soul rest in peace. – Seamus Scally

WEEKEND PEOPLE Roscommon People Friday 22 September 2017

George Hook’s comments aren’t just about rape, they’re about shaming women for engaging in casual sex  NICOLE GLENNON

ewstalk has offered an apology for comments made by George Hook on his show recently. Hook himself offered an apology for the rape-related comments he made, acknowledging, “it was unacceptable to suggest in any way that blame could be attributed to victims of rape.” George Hook has been a broadcaster (among other things) for many years. Hook’s controversial antics often attract as much praise as they do criticism, however many agreed that his comments last week crossed a line. The Newstalk presenter was discussing a case in which a 19-year-old girl had accused a member of the British Olympic swimming team of raping her. She claims she had consensual sex with his friend before the accused entered the room and raped her. Hook took it upon himself to look “deeper into the story.” “Why does a girl who just meets a fella in a bar go back to a hotel room? She’s only just barely met him, she has no idea of his health conditions, she has no idea who he is, she has no idea of what dangers he might pose, but modern day social activity means that she goes back with him, then is SURPRISED (my capitals) when someone comes into the room and rapes her.” Hook goes on to assure us all that he doesn’t believe she should be raped, and she is entitled to say no, “but is there no blame now to the person who puts themselves in danger?” Seemingly referring to the fact that the girl passed out at one stage during the night due to consuming too much alcohol, and that she went home with a stranger, Hook’s question is – why is no-one blaming the rape victim? Well it’s in the name George, rape victim. How many times must we, the general public, have this conversation? It happens in your home, it happens amongst friends, it happens in the classroom, in your local, on your airwaves. Constantly, over and over again, we discuss and debate whether or not we think victims of one of the most horrific crimes known to man should be guilted, shamed and blamed by the rest of the world. And for what? What does this achieve? Those who are well-meaning argue that girls (and isn’t it always girls?) need to know the risks so as to better protect themselves. Aside from the fact that

only having one drink and never going home with a lad is not the ultimate protection from rape, the problem with this train of thought is that it inherently places blame on the person who is the victim of a crime. Of course we all should exert a sense of personal responsibility in both our everyday lives and on a night out, but what is bizarre about putting blame on a victim of rape is that for a rape to occur, a rapist has to commit a criminal offence. We do not shame people for being victims of a murder, of a robbery, of stalking, of identity theft. I am sure if we were to analyse victims in the same way in which we analyse rape victims, we could find ways to blame victims of these crimes too. Why do we only feel the need to blame rape victims? The answer might be found in what bothered me most about Hook’s comments, something that isn’t being as discussed as much – the underlying sexism at play. I am very hesitant to use terms such as sexist or misogynistic lightly, because when these words are thrown around lightly I believe it only hurts the cause. In this instance, I think they are valid. Aside from the fact that Hook referred to personal responsibility only in relation to women (“There is personal responsibility, because it’s your daughter and it’s my daughter..”), I was particularly bothered by how Hook seemed to outright insinuate the girl was in the wrong for having sex with a man she “barely” met. Regardless of how you feel about people having casual sex with strangers, stand back for a minute and ask yourself if you have ever heard, or could imagine, somebody saying the following: “Why does a guy who just meets a lady in a bar go back to a hotel room? He’s only just barely met her, he has no idea of her health conditions, he has no idea who she is, he has no idea of what dangers she might pose, but modern day social activity means that he goes back with her, then is SURPRISED (my capitals) when someone comes into the room and rapes him.” Eoghan McDermott, a presenter at 2fm, was commenting on the situation on his personal twitter account and said the “suggestion that women are complicit or culpable in their own rape by being sexually confident is f**king grim and dangerous.” And that is the crux of it all. It’s not just about rape, it’s not just about drinking to excess or having someone take advantage of you, it’s about finding a way to blame a women for engaging in, and enjoying, casual sex. * Nicole Glennon from Lisonuffy, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon is a second-year Journalism w/Politics & International Relations student in University of Limerick

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FRIDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 2017 Comhaltas Culture Night’ in Doherty’s Bar Comhaltas Castlerea would like to invite you to their ‘Comhaltas Culture Night’ in Doherty’s Bar on Friday, the 22nd of September, beginning at 9.30 pm. The theme for the night is ‘Emigration’, and the first seven people to arrive from 9.30 pm in well turned-out, turn-of-the-century-style will be guests for the night. The Fear an Tí’, is Michael, local orator and wise man. First leg of the night begins at 7 pm in the Library. All are welcome!

Sing-Along initiative at Arts Centre This year’s Culture Night takes place on Friday, September 22nd with a number of events taking place around the county. On the night, Roscommon Arts Centre is hosting three free events, one of which is their new Sing-Along venture ‘Vocal Social’ which kicks off at 7 pm in the centre foyer. This fun social event is about bringing people together who love to sing for the sake of singing. Previous singing experience is not required, you don’t even have to be a good singer, you just need to love music, be up for the craic and be willing to sing along, whatever the song! Singer and Vocal Social Butterfly, Michele Feeney will be leading the songs from different musical genres with everyone and anyone that shows up on the night. This new initiative from Roscommon Arts Centre will run once a month with a different theme to sing along to. Lyrics provided, the bar will be open and bringing your own hairbrush to sing into is optional! It’s a new event for Roscommon’s social calendar, so put it in your diary. Also taking place on Culture Night at Roscommon Arts Centre: At 5 pm, artist Anna Spearman will unveil a new art installation devised and created with the pupils of Gaelscoil De hIde Roscommon, which will be on display in the centre’s foyer throughout October. At 6 pm, Artist Naomi Draper will discuss her exhibition ‘Florilegium’ which is currently on show in the arts centre gallery. For more information on Roscommon Arts Centre’s Culture Night events contact box office on 090-66 25824/www.roscommonartscentre.ie

€3,000 for Culture Night events in Roscommon – Feighan €3,000 in Government funding will be made available to Roscommon County Council to help stage events for Culture Night 2017, Senator Frank Feighan said this week. “Culture Night continues to be one of the most successful and magical evenings in the calendar where venues open their doors free of charge and the streets are filled with spectacular performances of culture and creativity. “The evening is linked to the Creative Ireland Programme which aims to increase access to and participation in cultural activity in every county. “My Fine Gael colleague, Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Heather Humphreys, is providing almost €200,000 in funding which is specifically aimed at facilitating events right across the country.”

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Parents: Cyber safety is your responsibility According to children’s internet safety charity CyberSafeIreland, children are taking risks online with a staggering ‘22 per cent of them making contact with strangers’ when on the internet! As a parent, I find this to be shockingly scandalous. In addition, I find the fact that, (again, according to research), ‘69 per cent of teachers did not feel equipped to teach online safety’ meaning already putupon teachers, whose job it is to impart skills and knowledge of an academic nature, were feeling concerned or felt they may be letting their students down because they weren’t properly trained in cyber security. To those teachers, let me say this… it’s okay; don’t stress, because you know what…it’s not part of your job! It’s the parents’ job to protect their kids and (some) parents need to stop abdicating their duties and responsibilities to teachers. Let me ask this. If I, a stranger, driving a strange car, suddenly pulled up outside your kids’ school and told them I was a nice lady and invited them to get into my car and come and see my dogs and promised faithfully they’d come to no harm, etc… would that be okay? Would you allow me, a stranger, to drive away with your kid? No you bloody well wouldn’t! So, if we’re to believe this research (and there’s no reason not to), why is it that 16 per cent of children aged under 13 are apparently being allowed spend more than four hours online chatting

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Bridge Club re-opens Bridge Clubs re-open in Roscommon town as follows: Roscommon Bridge Club – Tuesday, 26th of September at 7.45 pm in Hannon’s Hotel; St. Coman’s Bridge Club – Wednesday, 27th of September at 7.45 pm in Hannon’s Hotel; Happy ‘71 Bridge Club – Thursday, 28th of September at 7.45 pm in Hannon’s Hotel; Ballymurray Bridge Club – Monday 2nd of October at 7.45 pm in Abbey Hotel; Morning Larks Bridge Club – Friday, 6th of October at 10 am-1 pm in Hannon’s Hotel. New members are welcome in all clubs. Bridge classes for beginners will commence on Monday, 9th of October (8.30 pm-10.30 pm) in the Abbey Hotel. For further information contact 086-1607913.

to strangers? Strangers who could be hardcore paedophiles whose only aim is to brutally harm them! Now, I’m no Mastermind champ, but even I can see this reckless behaviour is the equivalent of allowing your kid hop into a car with an unknown individual. Let me ask those who are parents; did you know that paedophiles are now setting up fake social media accounts pretending to be chicken nuggets and ice-cream in order to lure your kids into giving them information about themselves? Don’t believe me? Maybe you’ll believe social media safety expert and forensic psychologist, Dr. Maureen Griffin, who in-

formed the Ennis Mental Health Association in County Clare that sick, twisted, depraved perverts (my words, not hers) have “come up with new and novel ways of gaining access to children’s information.” One scumbag set up a fake social media account posing as a road outside a girls’ secondary school and over 400 unsuspecting kids accepted it (the road) as a friend. This contaminated piece of excrement, (allegedly a known sex offender), then collected the young girls’ selfie photos, images of them attending a teen disco, and their sleepover pics etc., and well, I’ll leave it to your own

State pension is not a privilege, it’s our right! Well, apparently we should all work until we’re 70 before we qualify for the State pension. Yep, that’s the suggestion touted by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) as a way of protecting our economy. How considerate of them! Look folks, due to mandatory requirement contracts, plenty of older people are being forced out of jobs at 65, meaning we’re losing their vast experience and knowledge. If those people wish to continue in employment, why not allow them…there’s an obvious saving to the economy! Here’s another way to put by a few euro… while it’s necessary for the State to incen-

tivise private pension schemes, do we really need to spend billions each year supporting the associated tax breaks? Couldn’t we put a bit of this funding back into supporting the State pension too, making that more sustainable? Every single one of us should be allowed to retire and live with independence and dignity; we’ve put our money into the pot, we should be able to get our money back out and not have to panic about living in poverty! Remember readers, a State pension is not a privilege or a gift; don’t let anyone tell you that. It’s our money; we’ve saved it through paying our taxes!

grown-up imaginations as to what this debauched freak show then did with these innocent children’s images. Look, it’s critically important for a child’s physical safety and mental health that they know who they’re engaging with online; so parents, don’t shift your responsibility onto the teacher, instead wake the feck up and educate and supervise your kids before they become one of these tragic statistics.

Thank you! Can I say a massive thanks to the local Rossies, the blowin Dubs (like myself) and the lovely Polish community who approached me during last Saturday’s Bike Night for BloodBike at the Railway Bar in Roscommon town to say how much they enjoy reading this column each week. I feel truly humbled. It was great to meet every one of you lovely people. There’s a genuine love for this newspaper; it has proved itself to be a vital cog when it comes to not just serving the community, but also in providing it with news, entertainment and information, and I feel very privileged to be a part of it. Both the staff in the bar on the night and the locals (Liz and Austin especially), made myself and himself feel very welcome.

SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION The house of Israel is the vine of God, who planted and watered it, preparing the Israelites to bear fruits of righteousness (see Isaiah 5:7; 27:2-5). Israel failed to yield good fruits and the Lord allowed His vineyard, Israel’s kingdom, to be overrun by conquerors (see Psalm 80:9-20). But God promised that one day He would replant His vineyard and its shoots would blossom to the ends of the earth (see Amos 9:15; Hosea 14:5-10). This is the biblical backdrop to Jesus’ parable of salvation history in today’s Gospel. The landowner is God. The vineyard is the kingdom. The workers hired at dawn are the Israelites, to whom He first offered His covenant. Those hired later in the day are the Gentiles, the non-Israelites, who, until the coming of Christ, were strangers to the covenants of promise (see Ephesians 2:11-13). In the Lord’s great generosity, the same wages, the same blessings promised to the first-called, the Israelites, will be paid to those called last, the rest of the nations. This provokes grumbling in today’s parable. Doesn’t the complaint of those first laborers sound like that of the older brother in Jesus’ prodigal son parable (see Luke 15:29-30)? God’s ways, however, are far from our ways, as we hear in today’s First Reading. And today’s readings should caution us against the temptation to resent God’s lavish mercy. Like the Gentiles, many will be allowed to enter the kingdom late, after having spent most of their days idling in sin. But even these can call upon Him and find Him near, as we sing in today’s Pslam. We should rejoice that God has compassion on all whom He has created. This should console us, too, especially if we have loved ones who remain far from the vineyard. Our task is to continue laboring in His vineyard. As Paul says in today’s Epistle, let us conduct ourselves worthily, struggling to bring all men and women to the praise of His name. – Scott Hahn Ph.D., www.salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)

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Solstice Choir… in harmony with the community

4 years, over 120 members, €150,000 raised…thousands of memories R

oscommon Solstice Choir was formed in 2013 in response to the ‘Gathering’ initiative. The choir consists of over 120 members from all over Co. Roscommon (and surrounding counties) – all of them volunteers – under the direction of Eimear and Andrew Reynolds. Initially, the choir was to perform just three concerts – called the Roscommon Solstice Concerts – for various charities in June 2013 and then be disbanded, but due to the unbelievable success of those initial performances the choir was formed on a

permanent basis. Members pay their own way to rehearsals, to concerts and on away trips. They also pay towards hall-hire, insurance, bus travel and other such expenses. Rehearsals are held in Kilbride Community Centre during spring and autumn and two programmes of five concerts each are performed in June/July and November/ December each year. After a successful first year, the Choir continues to flourish and now, four years on, more than €150,000 has been raised

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for charitable causes in Ireland and in London. In 2015, it was proposed that the choir should undertake its first venture abroad! Plans were then put in place to travel to London in February 2016. This was by no means an easy task, but the choir’s four-day adventure in London turned out to be a huge logistical, musical and social success. Nearly ninety members of the choir paid their own way to travel. Singing and laughter were the twin themes and the trip made a lasting impression on choir members and everyone encountered along the way! The concert itself raised over £5,000 (€6,250) for Acton Homeless Concern. After a short break, the choir resumed practice for ‘A Nation Once Again,’ a joint venture between Roscommon Solstice Choir and Roscommon Drama Group. This 1916 Centenary pageant was performed to sold-out audiences in Roscommon Arts Centre on 28th, 29th and 30th of April. In addition, the choir hosted a workshop with the world-renowned church-music composer

Upcoming fundraisers Tom Kendzia in Strokestown in May, and six concerts were performed in June/July and again in December for charities in Roscommon and Galway. The choir was honoured to be asked by Bishop Kevin Doran to perform at the Elphin Diocesan

Pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday, 20th of August 2017. This event was broadcast live on the web. Then, in June, the choir sang in Raheny Church in Dublin for Saving Dylan and in Strokestown Parish Church for the local community.

Two concerts will now be as fundraisers for the cho held at the end of September hire, insurance, bus trav ir. Day to day expenses (hall el, etc.) are normally pai members themselves and d by the to help ease that burden these concerts are intended and hel p the cho ir continu do what it does best! Five Christmas Concerts are e to up in December 2017. lined Roscommon Solstice Cho ir con sist s of vol unteer members offering their they enjoy for the benefitime and money to do what t of oth ers wh o ma y be less well off than they are. A reaching out to others! wonderful musical community

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Mobile: 087 2819918 Best wishes to Roscommon Solstice Choir and the very best wishes for the future

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oscommon Solstice Choir has been very involved in the huge community response to the Rescue 116 helicopter tragedy which claimed three lives earlier this year. The choir performed its first concert of 2017 in St. Brendan’s Church, Tirraun on the Mullet Peninsula in Co. Mayo on Sunday, 23rd of April for the local community volunteers involved in the Rescue 116 recovery operation and for family members of the lost crew. The concert capped a very emotional day for the choir and the local community. Earlier, choir members had laid a wreath on the helipad at Blacksod Lighthouse where the ill-fated helicopter was due to land on the night of 14th of March. The day was recorded by Lorna Siggins, Marine Correspondent

with The Irish Times. On Saturday, 20th of May 2017, a Memorial Service was held in Oldtown Church in north Co. Dublin for Ciarán Smith, the winchman on Rescue 116. As a direct result of the performance in Blacksod in April, Roscommon Solstice Choir had the singular honour of being invited to sing at the event. The ceremony consisted of readings, poems and songs especially chosen by Ciarán’s wife Martina, all of which had special meaning for her and her family. In all, six pieces were performed by the choir, plus two solo numbers by choir Musical Director Ms Eimear Reynolds. A very moving ceremony, very emotional and very special. Because of the earlier Rescue 116 performances, the choir was asked to par-

ticipate in a very special fundraising concert for the RNLI held in Cootehill, Co. Cavan on 25th of August. The choir performed a concert in St. Michael’s Church, singing ‘Amaz-

ing Grace’ as a Search & Rescue helicopter did a flypast in honour of the lost crew. The choir then joined Declan O’Rourke and company in the Festival Tent for the final two numbers of the concert,

singing Leonard Cohen’s ‘Hallelujah’ and the rousing Paul McCartney number ‘Mull of Kintyre.’ It has been deeply emotional for the choir to have been involved in these events.

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Solstice Choir… in harmony with the community Best wishes to Roscommon Solstice Choir from

Why we love the choir! Patricia Bligh “I have been in the choir since it started and while we have had great fun I find it a great way to look after your mental health. The people in the choir get a lot from it. We work hard and there is a lot of discipline involved and of course we get great satisfaction out of the fact that we are giving back to the community as well.”

Marie O’Keeffe-Keane “The choir is my social outlet, it’s as simple as that. It gets me out and about and I have met so many wonderful people through my association with the choir. We have also travelled a good bit and met a lot of really nice new friends in places that we have been

to. I am looking forward to my continued involvement with them too.”

Jenny Darcy “It has been a terrific experience socially. I am a choir director but have no such responsibility in this choir and it has been very beneficial to me to be part of such a big choir. I have made loads of friends and we are like one big family. We have travelled a lot and the fact that we have raised so much money gives us great satisfaction.”

Kay Mole “The choir has meant loads of new friendships and a great social outlet for me. It also gives us a chance to put something back into the community. We are also doing

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something we enjoy. I have to say that it is also good for the mind and the soul too! The concert we did for the community in Mayo where the helicopter crashed into the sea was very emotional and it was great that we could do something for them.”

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Pat Devaney “I have been a member of the choir since October 2013 and I have to say that it has been a very positive influence on my life. To be able to sing with a group has given me great confidence and there is great friendship and camaraderie involved. Any trip away or party night we have had is always great craic. Being with people who want to give up their time to help others is a privilege and I am very happy to be a part of it.”

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Cllr. Valerie Byrne Lisduff, Elphin, Co. Roscommon. Tel. 071 9635384 Mob. 086 8887897 cllrvbyrne@roscommoncoco.ie Pictured on the occasion of a homecoming reception in Fourmilehouse after the choir won a People’s Choice Award were members of the choir. Picture: Andrew Fox

Some major highlights… 1 The Roscommon Solstice Choir was nominated for the Pride of Place Awards 2016 by Roscommon County Council. Over 80 members of the choir travelled to Belfast in November to attend the Awards Ceremony. A great weekend was capped by a runner-up award in Category 8 Communities Reaching Out.

2 In February 2017 the choir

appeared on RTE 1 television singing on the weekly Mass broadcast. This was a great experience for all involved.

3 In February 2017 Roscommon Solstice Choir was nominated for the international Voluntary Arts sponsored Epic Awards 2017. After beating off stiff competition from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the choir was presented with the People’s Choice Award at the ceremony in

Gateshead on 19th of March, 2017, and the choir representatives appeared on the BBC 1 Breakfast Show on Monday, 20th of March. The Award homecoming event was held in Kilbride on Friday, 21st of April and was attended by the Chairman of Voluntary Arts Ireland, Denis Stewart and the Chairman of the Association of Irish Choirs (AOIH) Jimmy O’Byrne, as well as by national and local politicians, choir members, family and friends.

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Roscommon Solstice Choir’s amazing journey has been directed by Eimear and Andrew Reynolds, pictured at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strokestown on the occasion of a concert by the choir. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Watching Mayo’s latest heartbreak, in beautiful Sligo Pictured at the Cuisle 10k Fun Run were Seán and John Moylan. Picture: Andrew Fox

Free Diabetes Screening Day at Tully’s Pharmacy Diabetes Ireland and healthcare company MSD will be hosting a free Diabetes Screening Day at Tully’s Pharmacy in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, on Friday, 22nd of September, as part of a nationwide initiative. The event is open to all adults, both diagnosed and undiagnosed, who want to get more information about the risks associated with Type 2 Diabetes and how to better manage it. Now in its fourth year, the free education and screening programme has to date helped over 3,000 people from across Ireland get advice on how to effectively prevent or manage the condition. Members of the public are welcome to come along and meet the Diabetes Ireland team at Tully’s Pharmacy (10 am-4 pm) and avail of a free and simple test for Type 2 Diabetes.

It’s All-Ireland Football Final Sunday, and Carol and I are heading off to Enniscrone, (now, thanks to some genius in some office somewhere, known as Inishcrone), to meet up with a couple of friends who are ‘holidaymaking’ in the beautiful County Sligo town. We take a route that I used to take years ago when I was working in Ballina, and naturally enough, there was a sea of red and green all the way down. Ballyhaunis, Knock, Kiltimagh, Foxford and Ballina were all at their most colourful, and even passing through those towns, you couldn’t help but sense the optimism and the belief that this time, Sam Maguire would finally make it back across the Shannon and into the adoring

arms of the long-suffering Mayo people. On we went, and with about 15 minutes to throw-in, we pulled into the large car park that serves the Diamond Coast Hotel. In we went to the bar to meet our friends, only to find a huge crowd assembled there, a big majority of the watching throng all supporting the men from the west, although one young hardy lad – who was there with his girlfriend – was brave enough to be wearing the blue of the Dubs. The atmosphere was terrific, and we found out later that a number of the Mayo followers, all of whom were fully togged out, had been at a wedding in the hotel the day before and were continuing with the celebrations,

and – fair play to her – the bride of the previous day was clad from head to toe in the Mayo colours. The outfit that had most certainly been got for the next day ‘hooley’ never got to see the light of day – no harm done, she can wear it on the honeymoon! Everyone knows how the game went – Mayo, once again, had it in their grasp, only to lose it so cruelly that it makes you think maybe there really is a curse. In the Diamond Coast, the Mayo supporters were practically dumbstruck, and when the final whistle went all was deathly quiet – even the lone Dub couldn’t find it in himself to celebrate, so sorry was he for the heartbroken Mayo followers.

Countdown to 2017 Run Walk and Roll Run Walk N Roll 2017, in its 22nd year in Boyle, will take place on Sunday, the 15th of October at 3 pm at St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle. A percentage of the funds raised this year will be donated to ‘Niamh’s Journey’ (Niamh Flanagan, 19, from Killaraght, Boyle was recently diagnosed with cancer) as she continues her difficult journey. Check out this link: https://niamhsjourneythere. wordpress.com The theme of this year’s run is ‘Fight Back Against Cancer’ so that we all come out and fight against it together, both for Niamh and anyone else who benefits from the funds raised for Cancer Research in Ireland. It is a 5.4km run/walk and we encourage everyone to come out and participate. Fancy dress is welcome. Entry is on the day and refreshments will be served afterwards. Sponsor cards available. In excess of €160,000 has been raised for cancer research in Boyle through this event over the last 21 years. Hopefully this money has helped people through their journey with cancer and will benefit Niamh on her journey at this difficult time. Looking forward to seeing you all there to support this worthy cause. Contact Damian Regan on 086-3942388 for more information.

Special Mass for Healing A Special Mass for Healing will take place in Our Lady Star of the Sea Prayer Centre, Curraghboy, Athlone on Friday, 29th of September (Feast of the Holy Archangels), commencing at 8 pm. The Celebrant will be Fr. Thaddeus Doyle, editor of the ‘Curate’s Diary’. Confessions will take place from 7 pm prior to Holy Mass and individual Blessings will take place after Mass. Fr. Thaddeus will have all his books for sale later that evening. All are most welcome. For further enquiries contact 086-4054489.

Mayo’s Lee Keegan pictured after the final whistle in last Sunday’s All-Ireland final.

Time to get those dancing shoes out… Kevin Kelly has asked me to let you know that on Friday night, the 22nd of September, there is a super ceili taking place in Kilbegnet Hall, with music by the excellent Duntally Ceili Band, with dancing from 9.30 pm to 12.30 pm. These dances are always great craic, well attended, and indeed worth attending, so on your bike, or even your car, and get to Kilbegnet Hall on Friday night. Tell

Kevin I sent you, and you might even get a cup of tea and a bun. Sticking with entertainment, and there is less than a fortnight to the dance in Dowd’s for Cancer Care West and The Lourdes Invalid Fund, so we are trying to get tickets to you all. If we miss one or two of you, don’t worry! You can still visit us on the night, Saturday, 30th of September, in Dowd’s, Glinsk. (All who turn up in person, as

well as being able to buy raffle tickets for various prizes, will automatically be in for a special door prize, which is a €100 voucher for dinner and wine at the Abbey Hotel). Looking forward to seeing you all, having a good night’s fun, and raising a few bob for two very worthy causes. * On my journey with the dance tickets on Tuesday night, I met Mickey Ward, and he asked me

to tell you all that the renowned Roscommon Solstice Choir are putting on a concert in the Hodson Bay Hotel on Sunday, 24th of September at 8 pm. The admission is only €10, so for a night of fabulous musical entertainment, get to the Hodson on Sunday night (See feature in this issue).

‘Till next week, Bye for now

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headed up again this year by main sponsors, The Comer Group, has set the Show on a firm footing for success. Crowds of over 6,000 attended last year’s hugely successful event, and larger crowds are expected this year as the Show adds even more attractions for all the family. In addition to the Pedigree & Commercial cattle show – held in the very impressive 40,000 square foot Equestrian Centre – and the Official National Ploughing Association Ploughing Championship, other attractions include Donkey and Horse Ploughing, the RSA’s road safety bus and rollover simulator, a Garda

traffic corps display, a Fire Brigade demonstration, an impressive multi-class Dog Show, outdoor machinery and other trade stands, top class catering, Arts, Crafts, Local Produce, Vintage Displays, working Blacksmith, Face Painting, Free Bouncy Castles, Kids Zone with many attractions, Live Bands, with headline act ‘Hit the Diff’ star Ritchie Remo and band live in the early afternoon, a full bar, Irish dancing and lots more. All roads lead to Glenamaddy on Sunday, 1st October for what promises to be an extensive and excellent show for all the family. Entrance is €10 and U-12s are free.

Sponsors, volunteers thanked Speaking at the recent launch of the upcoming Glenamaddy District Ploughing and Agricultural Show, Chairperson Gerry Feeney acknowledged the huge input of the members of the organising committee. Mr. Feeney thanked his fellow committee members Bernie Murray, Frances Keaveney, Gerard Brennan, Michael Egan and Sean Ganley, and the cattle show committee of Bríd Brennan, Des Joyce, Peter Keaveney, and John Jennings, for all of their

hard work in the many months of preparations leading up to the Show. He also thanked the volunteers who have put so much effort into ensuring that the event will be a success. Mr. Feeney also thanked the Comer Group and all sponsors for their patronage and the Geraghty and Corr families for the use of their superb facilities and land. Finally, he thanked the local media for their continued support for the Show.

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Culture Night at JJ Harlow’s A night of performance, poetry, music and video! In conjunction with Culture Night, you are invited to a night of performance, poetry, music, and video in JJ’s, The Square, Roscommon on this Friday, September 22nd between 7 pm and 10 pm (music will follow from 10 pm). Participating artists will include Patrick Anderson

McQuoid (Poetry and performance on video), Dympna Molloy (Poetry reading), Noel Molloy (Live Performance and video), Angie Duignan (Video), Gwen McNamara-Bond (Writer) and Declan Coyne and Charlie McGettigan (Singers). The Video Premiere of

the Sliabh Ban Project will be shown on the night. There will be a statement read for the Day of Public Action for Freedom and Democracy. Those performances will be followed by musician Daniel Kemish. More details on: molloy_noel@ hotmail.com

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In conjunction with Culture Night and Roscommon Arts Office you are invited to a night of performance, poetry, music, video in JJ Harlow’s at 7.00pm to 10.00pm hosted by local artist Noel Molloy. Followed by music in JJ Harlow’s.

Pictured in Athleague Community Centre on Saturday night last were Ellie Kavanagh and Eala Coyle.

Pictured in Athleague Community Centre on Saturday night last were Katie Whyte Killian, Fr. Eugene McLoughlin and Chloe Whyte Lennon.

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Athleague Community Centre Pictured in Athleague Community Centre on Saturday night last were Teresa Murray and Paula Daly.

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Pictured in Athleague Community Centre on Saturday night last were Ann Conneally, John Joe Nally and Pat Mullen.

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JJ Harlows supporting Irish Micro Breweries Pictured in Athleague Community Centre on Saturday night last were Cllr. Orla Leyden, Chairperson of Roscommon County Council, Claire Murray and Maura Kelly.

Pictured in Athleague Community Centre on Saturday night last were Michelle Meely, Nollaig Whyte and Cllr. Ivan Connaughton.

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Ann Gormley, Lisa Cuffe and Martina Feehily pictured making a presentation to Madeline Donnelly and Patricia Rogers, Roscommon/Mayo Hospice Foundation in Frank’s, Ballybeg.

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Pictured in Frank’s, Ballybeg were Madeline Donnelly and Patricia Rogers.

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Over €4,000 raised for Hospice

Pictured in Frank’s, Ballybeg were Ann Gormley and Martina Feehily.

Pictured in Frank’s, Ballybeg were Lisa Cuffe and Peter Gormley.

At a recent fundraiser in Frank’s of Ballybeg, in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice, a total of €4,109.81 was raised. Ms. Anne Gormley organised the event. Anne would like to thank all the businesses in Roscommon, Strokestown, Lanesboro & Tulsk for making this possible. Thanks also to the people who gave donations. Thanks to Billy Garvin who provided the music, to Gary & Laura for the use of the premises, Lisa & Nicola for cooking the food, Gary & Madeline for doing the auction and to all the people who turned up on the night.

Pictured in Frank’s, Ballybeg were Larry White, Frank Casey and Oliver Galligan.

Pictured in Frank’s, Ballybeg were Chris and Brendan Collins.

Pictured in Frank’s, Ballybeg were Maura and Michael Sweeney.

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Pictured in Bear An Raille on Saturday night last were Brendan Caffrey, Aoife O’Gorman, Robin Richardson, Pat Murphy and Michael Noonan.

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Bike Night for Bloodbike Bear An Raille, Roscommon

Pictured in Bear An Raille on Saturday night last were Daniel Croghan, Michael Devaney, Arjan Prendi, Declan Ryan, Lisa Bracken, Aidan Bracken and Jess Bracken.

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Pictured in Bear An Raille on Saturday night last were members of the Polish community living in Roscommon.

Pictured in Bear An Raille on Saturday night last were Marie Griffith, Annmarie Carey, Emma Thompson, Walter James and Joanna Wojnowska.

Pictured in Bear An Raille on Saturday night last were Gerry Keenan, David Ingraham, Liam Kenny, Mary Lennon, Owen O’Connor and Colin Mullally.

Pictured in Bear An Raille on Saturday night last were Gerry Jago, Kevin Noone, Mike Carty and Lorna Egan.

Pictured in Bear An Raille on Saturday night last were Martin O’Driscoll, Jim McAuliffe, Ann McAuliffe and Peter McLean.

Pictured in Bear An Raille on Saturday night last were Sandra Murray, Jason Murray, Leanne Dunne, Jane King, Paula Treacy, Eilish Kiernan and Alan Dunne.

Roscommon People Friday 22 September 2017

Business Commercial vacancy rate of 14.3% in Roscommon Commercial vacancy rates in Roscommon have increased from 14.2% to 14.3% since July 2016, while the national commercial vacancy rate increased from 13.1% in Q2 2016 to 13.5% in Q2 2017, according to new research published by GeoDirectory and DKM Economic Consultants. GeoDirectory has conducted an analysis of 102 locations, including 80 towns across the four provinces plus 22 Dublin postal districts. Roscommon and Boyle were included in this edition of GeoView. Roscommon showed the higher vacancy rate at 22% while Boyle had a commercial vacancy rate of 15.7%. At a provincial level, Connacht had the highest average vacancy rate at 15.8% in Q2 2017, an increase from 15.2% in Q2 2016. Ulster recorded the second highest rate at 14.1%, while Munster recorded a rate of 13.1%. Leinster (excluding Dublin) had an average vacancy rate of 12.6%, up 0.6pp since Q2 2016. Speaking following the publication of the report, Dara Keogh, CEO, GeoDirec-

tory said: “Despite the improvements we have seen in the economy in recent years, commercial vacancy rates have remained stubbornly high. One of the most prominent points to emerge from this edition of GeoView is that the vast majority of the 15 towns with the highest commercial vacancy rates were either based along the West coast of Ireland or were in the Midlands. These 15 towns had commercial vacancy rates in excess of 20% and well above the national average.” Annette Hughes, Director of DKM Economic Consultants said: “Nationally we are seeing increased commercial vacancy rates, moving from 13.1% at this time last year to 13.5%. At a provincial level, Connacht had the highest vacancy rate at 15.8%, 1.7 percentage points above the next highest provincial rate, recorded in Ulster.” A copy of theGeoView Commercial Vacancy report is attached in PDF format and is available at www.geodirectory. ie and www.dkm.ie

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Pictured at the official launch of www.strokestown.ie were members of Strokestown Community Development Association, Strokestown Town Team, Deputy Eugene Murphy, Chairperson of Strokestown Town Team, Cllr. Orla Leyden, Chairperson of Roscommon County Council and Lorraine Higgins, Retail Excellence Ireland. Picture: Andrew Fox

Launch of www.Strokestown.ie Strokestown Town Team recently launched its new website www. Strokestown.ie which it is expected will play an important role in the ongoing promotion of the town and region. Town Team Secretary Emmett Corcoran says the website will enable the town to attract more tourists, businesses and hopefully new residents. “Our goal is to make the website the one-stop shop for information about the town. Whether you want to visit Strokestown or surrounding areas to relax, invest in a new business or learn about the area’s rich history, Strokestown.ie will be a portal to all the resources you

need to come and experience real Ireland,” he said. The website, which will be used to market the area, will include a news and updates section, business and community directory as well as features and profiles of people and businesses who have recently moved to the town. Local TD Eugene Murphy said the website is another boost for the area. Any businesses or groups who wish to be listed on the new website, or anyone who has interesting facts, stories or history about the town, are asked to forward information to emmett@corcoranwebdesign.com

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Roscommon People Friday 22 September 2017

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Quick and easy winter warming insulating tips  MIRIAM KERINS

Winter is slowly creeping in and it’s got me thinking about how much I hate those cold dark mornings and longer, darker nights. On the other hand, I do love to slip into my jammies and slippers, a shot of warm brandy in my hand and watch re-runs of Modern Family and whatever golden oldies they’re showing on TCM. I also love to watch Roscommon retailers’ seasonal shop window displays and visualise myself buying them for my home. However, in order to be able to afford to buy a few winter goodies, we must first make sure to keep our home energy bills to the very manageable minimum, while at the same time, staying warm, cosy and safe. Here’s what we’d advise. If you’re someone who constantly turns the dials up and down on your heating system, go out and buy a thermostat now. Speak to your local supplier who’ll help you select the right one for your home; they’ll also show you how to programme it for day and night settings in order to get what’s comfortable for you. If you’re someone who rearranges furniture to suit the seasons, do a quick recce now and make sure your sofa is not blocking a radiator

and limiting your heat output. On the subject of heaters, did you know that by placing a shelf above your radiator you can channel the heat from it into the room? This is especially helpful if you’ve got a home with high ceilings but do not place any items onto the shelf, otherwise you could cause a fire hazard. If you’ve got a wood burning fire or an open fire and you’re planning to light it throughout the winter, then book a chimney sweep now. We all know that breathing in toxic fumes from gas or solid fuel fires can be dangerous – in fact it can be fatal – and a blocked chimney or one that isn’t operating correctly can cause a build-up of dangerous gases. If in doubt, get that chimney swept now! If you’ve got wooden or tiled floors, add a few scatter rugs to keep your tootsies warm, because it’s a well-known fact that approximately ten per cent of your home’s heating is lost through uninsulated flooring. If you’ve got a letterbox you’ll probably notice there’s an unholy draught blowing through it. Time to head to the local DIY and get advice regarding insulation. While you’re at it, for readers in older-style homes, grab a few circular keyhole covers; they’ll make all the difference.

Our handy home exterior winter preparation hints  MIRIAM KERINS

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While it’s important to make sure the interiors of our homes are primed and ready for winter, we must also make sure our exteriors are equally up to scratch. So, if you’ve got a spare few hours this weekend and don’t fancy setting yourself up for a hefty repair bill this winter, follow our little checklist and give your home’s exterior the once over; then go get a pint; we’re sure you’ll have earned it. 1: Insulate your pipes. A burst frozen pipe can cause havoc. As any good DIYer will tell you, covering exposed pipes in unheated areas such as attics or basements or outdoor areas with inexpensive insulation will help to prevent untold water damage and upheaval as well as having the added benefit of conserving heat. 2: Do an autumn clear-out of the garden shed now and store all gardening tools, lawnmowers, barbeques and the kids’ summer toys like bikes, roller skates or scooters. Don’t forget to cover trampolines, and clean, dry and cover any garden furniture to protect it from the elements. Oh, while you’re at it, move any shovels or items you think you’ll need in the event of a snowfall to the front of the pile for easy access.

3: If you’ve got decking, inspect it now for decay or damage and sort it out. Remember slippery decking, like most other surfaces, can be a hazard in the winter so drop into your DIY store and see what solutions they can advise. 4: Check all window frames for any structural damage and if you’ve got wooden frames, look out for signs of rot or decay and attend to it now. While you’re at it, check for signs of draughts and insulate inside and out where necessary. 5: Clean gutters and remove any debris. Check they’re properly fastened and if not, secure them now because a heavy snowfall can weigh them down and may even cause them to break from the house. 6: If you’ve got any openings leading from the outside to the inside of your home where little unwanted visitors can seek shelter for the winter months; (we’re talking rats, mice and creepy crawlies here), now is the time to inspect them to make sure no furry friends have already sought refuge. Once you’re happy they’re clear, as in please make sure you’re not blocking an animal inside, cover the area with a recommended material. 7: Clean leaves and any other debris like stones or rubbish from your garden shores and drains to prevent blockages.

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The new Principal of Cloontuskert NS, Mr. Padraig Connerton, pictured with Junior Infants, Shane, Nicole, Lauren and Lana on their first day at school.

Pictured at Kilteevan National School for their first day were Milo Bouchareau and Daniel O’Connor. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Pictured enjoying their first day at Fuerty National School were Zach Healy, Dara Kelly and Eoin Siggins. Picture: Andrew Fox

First day at school: Cousins Kiana Norbury and John McHugh pictured at the site of the former Abbey Boys National School with Dr. Una Feeley, Principal of St. Coman’s Wood Primary School. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Tel: Hugh on 086-2359 559

Students pictured with Múinteoir Ruth enjoying their first day at Gael Scoil de híde. Picture: Andrew Fox

Roscommon People Friday 22 September 2017

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CHIMNEY CLEANING

CAREER ADVICE

ACCOUNTANTS AND TAX ADVISERS

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To farmers and small businesses at fees that the small businessman can afford. Advice and consultations free. Pat Baxter & Company, Accounting Services, Clondra.

CAREER ASSESSMENT & ADVICE

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Tel: 01 4538988 or 091 767777

BOUNCING CASTLES

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

TELEPHONE:

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

• Castles • Slides • Obstacle Courses Good rates available

COUNSELLING

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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COUNSELLING & HYPNOTHERAPY

Complete Chimney Services

CHIMNEY CLEANING

• Power brush and vacuum technology for cleaning chimneys, stoves, ranges and open fires

• 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. Telephone:

087 2798704

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

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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

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.

CHIROPODIST

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

CHIROPODIST

COMPUTERS

PODIATRIST

DC Computer Services

For all foot ailments Siobhan Murray BSc (Hons) Podiatry M.Ch.S.I.

Providing IT services for Homes, Businesses & Schools. Home Callouts.

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

NO FIX NO FEE

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

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

Foot Care Practitioner

071 9637984 / 086 3562718

PC Maintenance – Upgrades, Repairs, Virus & Spyware removal. Network Solutions – Cabling, Hardware & Software Installation & Maintenance. Contact David Conboy Tel: 087 7496459 Email: info@dccomputerservices.ie Web: www.dccomputerservices.ie p

DRIVING LESSONS

JOHN DOORLY School of Motoring RSA REGISTERED AND FORMER DRIVER TESTER

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

GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE

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SYL’s

Learn to drive with ....

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

Call (085) 1348779

Department of Health Approved

EVERY FRIDAY

Telephone:

St. Joseph’s Resource Centre, Boyle For appointment

090 66 61102

085 1503353 086 8538404 Email: m.kilgallon23@gmail.com

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

ROSCOMMON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC

Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor

Telephone: 086 8433433

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

VHI and Laya Covered

Paul McStay

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

EDT Lessons Available Telephone:

094 96 20099 Mobile:

086 8936012

Submit your Classified online Send your Classified advertisement to advertising@rosommonpeople.ie or alternatively call 090 66 34633

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

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

Tel: 085 1348779

Specialising in:

• BACK PAIN • HEADACHES • NECK PAIN • LIMB PAIN

ACCOUNTS

This driving School conforms for the new RSA regulations & legislation

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

Patrick Lynch Clinical Dental Technician

Henry Street Medical Centre Roscommon TELEPHONE:

090 66 65917 087 228 8780

Roscommon People Friday 22 September 2017

Classifieds 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  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.

BOOM SPRAYER TESTING SERVICE

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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: 1986 Massey Ferguson 290 Tractor, two wheel drive, good condition, genuine reason for selling. No time wasters, private numbers or text messages. Tel: 087 7695837  FOR SALE: Grey, Citroen C3, 2007 (January) Approx 149,000km, NCT to 19th January 2018, Tax until 30th November. Tel: 090 6628881

GARDENING WALTER BEGLEY

• 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:

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

thomasneilan4@gmail.com

Contact Walter on

D.A.F.M. Approved Reg No: EL000083

087 9519873

FENCING/GATES

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

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

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

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

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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

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

Phone John on

087 2860428

GARDENING

ALL ABOUT THE GARDEN • Roscommon Town • Grass and Hedge Cutting • General Maintenance • Strimming and Weeding • Winter Clean-up CONTACT KEVIN:

090 6665399 or Mobile

087 2835742

HOLISTIC

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JOAN MOORE Therapy Rooms

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Garden Clearance Complete garden clearance services with debris disposed of. Safety certified and insured.

For Appointment Contact:

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

Tel: 086 2437376

HOLISTIC

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

Tattie Hoaker, Health Store, Goff Street, Roscommon Telephone:

086 1930766

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

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

Tattie Hoaker, Health Store, Goff Street, Roscommon Phone:

086 3614230

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 ROOM: Available in shared house in Roscommon Town. Tel: 087 0519691  ROOM TO LET: In sharing house. Athlone Road, Roscommon. Tel: 087 8048853

CONTACT JOHN

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OUR DEADLINE IS STRICTLY 2.30PM ON TUESDAY

We cannot guarantee publication after this time

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

PLANNINGS

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

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80,000 LOCAL people every week!

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Roscommon People Friday 22 September 2017

Classifieds SITUATIONS VACANT  PART-TIME HACKNEY DRIVER REQUIRED: For some weekend work in Elphin/Strokestown area. Please reply to BOX NO: 1071, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.  LIVE-IN CARER: Athleague village. A kind, patient, caring person wanted to look after a middle aged woman in person’s own home. Own bedroom and food supplied from 8pm 7am Monday to Friday. Own transport. Tel: 087 4116529  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED: Kind, reliable lady with full, clean driver’s license required for pick-ups and after-school care. For three children attending Four Roads N.S. Care can be provided in children’s or minder’s own home. Please reply to BOX NO: 1072, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.  CARER REQUIRED: To look after elderly lady in her own home. Five nights and possible extra hours as required. Full-time at weekends, must have own transport, Ballintober area. Please reply to BOX NO: 1073, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.  PART-TIME SALES ASSISTANT REQUIRED: For ladies boutique in Roscommon Town. 3 days a week, experience prefered. Please reply to BOX NO: 1074, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED: Lanesboro/Ballyleague area to look after children in children’s own home. Please reply to BOX NO: 1070, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.

JUNIOR/IMPROVER HAIRSTYLIST for busy Roscommon Town Salon

Tel: 089 2325603

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

SITUATIONS WANTED  CLEANING SERVICES AVAILABLE: Contact Marita. Tel: 086 0645853  MAN AVAILABLE FOR WORK: With site Dumper/Forklift, also has health and safety certs, Safe Pass and manual handling. Available immedately, any area considered, honest and reliable. Tel: 086 8638657

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

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

HUGH KILDUFF CABS Tel: 086 2479829

KELLY’S EYE Taxi and Minibus hire.

PHONE:

087 2727888 JOHN BEATTIE Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

086 2670670

Athleague

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FAMILY CIRCLE FAMILY CIRCLE 16/9/17 FIRST PRIZE €50: Sr. Lena c/o K. Collins SECOND PRIZE €25: Mattie Nevin c/o Breda Healy THIRD PRIZE €20: Lorraine Barry c/o M. Barry 8 RESIDUAL PRIZES OF €10 EACH:

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OUR DEADLINE IS STRICTLY 2PM ON TUESDAY We cannot guarantee publication after this time

BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

TOMMY GILLIGAN

CABS

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JUNIOR AND LEAVING CERTIFICATE ENGLISH GRINDS Highly Experienced Teacher and State Examinations Corrector Classes Commencing in September. Open to 2nd, 3rd, 5th and 6th Year Students • Expert tuition • Detailed study notes • Effective exam techniques and student motivation incorporated into each lesson • Weekly assessments Contact: Aidan O’Connor 086 6078154 asconnor@icloud.com

TELEPHONE: 086 8099 503

 GERMAN AND ENGLISH GRINDS: Leaving Certificate and Junior Certificate. Higher and Ordinary Level. Tel: 086 2170098

Pete’s Cabs

 GRINDS: Castlerea area. Leaving Certificate and Junior Certificate, Maths, Irish, French. Private tuition in your own home. Tel: 086 3282437

Roscommon

– Contact –

Peter Lynch 086 8400002

Padraig Healy Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible

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TUITION

Call car direct

(086) 2714879

 IRISH GRINDS AVAILABLE: I will travel to students own home. All levels catered for, twenty years experience. Just call Mícheál. Tel: 086 3442808  FRENCH GRINDS AVAILABLE: Up to leaving cert higher level, junior cert also available, Roscommon Town area. Tel: 087 7906029

TURF/FUEL/ FIREWOOD

USEFUL SERVICES

 FOR SALE: Small truckloads of turf. 9ft x 5ft, 14” side box, 5 rows of reeking and a heap on top. €200 Delivered. Distance no object. Tel: 087 6280483

 SHANE NAUGHTON ROOFING CONTRACTOR Roofing, slating, tiling, 1st and 2nd fixing and flooring. All aspects of carpentry and building undertaken. Tel: 086 3155329

WANTED: Fallen trees for firewood. Ash, Beech, Birch and Whitethorn. We are safety certified and insured. Phone:

SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED

086 2437376

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

2017 SEASONED TURF

TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815

Tel: Donal

086 2721812 (All areas)  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

Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business

OIL BOILER SERVICE

Includes new nozzle, Efficiency report, Printout, etc .... 094 96 31880 087 9100477

 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 Do you have a house or shed that you want cleaned out and all unwanted items removed? If so ring: 087 9657933 or 090 6626752

HEALY’S General & Farm Labour • Lawns • Gardens • Powerwashing • Firewood & Log Splitting • Turf saved and brought home

Contact Vincent on 083 4130827 Painter Decorator Powerwashing Plastering Gardening General Handyman

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WINDOW CLEANING

WASHING MACHINE, REPAIRS, DISHWASHER REPAIRS, OVEN AND TUMBLE DRYER REPAIRS Contact Paul on 086 0538977 www.appliance-repairs.ie

NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL

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

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS:

ONLY €80

 FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Dry seasoned hardwood ash, beech, elm and whitethorn. Stored indoors. Tel: 086 2437376  2017 SHED STORED BLACK STREAMED HOPPER TURF: Also seasoned hardwood and softwood. Sold in various sized loads. Tel: 087 7462440

USEFUL SERVICES

CRASH REPAIRS

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Gerry:

086 6684179

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087 9131664

PAINTER/ DECORATOR

PAINTER & DECORATOR • • • •

Interior/Exterior Wooden Floors Kitchen Units Spray Painting

Since 1993. Full Time Served For Free Quote Phone John: 083 8838022

Roscommon People Friday 22 September 2017

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

CHIMNEY REPAIRS

LOG HOUSES

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CHIMNEY PROBLEMS

4 Bed House from €70,000

WINDOWS/DOORS

CLEANING

uPVC Window & Door Repairs

We are fully insured

WE SUPPLY + FIT OR SUPPLY ONLY Double & Treble Glazed Window and Door Units Handles, Hinges, Locks, Letter Boxes for most brands

CATHAL DOOLEY 087 6579064

Racecourse Road, Roscommon Telephone: 090 66 33026 After hours: 086 8210710 www.roscommonwindows.ie

KEEN and COMPETITIVE PRICES

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• Relining • Rebuilding • CCTV Camera Inspection

3 Bed House from €35,000

Prices include double glazed windows and doors. Wall thickness: 68mm, 44mm and 34mm

Tel Brian on 098 42501 or 086 8478376 or contact Ruth on 086 7913744 (Frenchpark)

CARPENTRY

Gary Jameson Eugene Quinn Carpentry • First and Second Fix • Roofing • Timber Flooring

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

• Dry Lining

Tel: 086 3686669

NO JOB TOO SMALL

• Doors, Timber Floors • Stairs • Attic Conversions and all internal woodwork

086 0708833

Nationwide Service Stoves and Ranges Fitted All Work Guaranteed

Dead & Worn-Out Animals Contact

JOHN GREENE BALLINASLOE

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

DRIVING LESSONS

ROSCOMMON Driving School Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor

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To have your advert seen by over 80,000 people every week advertise with us!

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BLINDS

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INSTALLATION

087 2295551

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BRENDAN DOOLIN

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

GLASS

Boyle Glass Ballinameen, Boyle,

Tel: 071 96 68368 - Stained Decorative

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

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

- Fire Rated Glass Find us on DoneDeal/boyleglass

Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Galway

091 768 768 info@ecowise.ie

www.ecowise.ie

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For Professional For Professional Advice Contact Advice Contact: John Hibbitt: Tel: 090

9673336 2678350

Mob: 086 Email:

info@athlonechimneyrepairs.ie

M: 086 3912396 PH: 090 66 62892

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Contact David Martin on 087 9959417

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INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT, 1960, SECTION 28

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR THE TRANSFER OF A LICENCE HELD BY NOMINEE District Court Area of Roscommon

District No. 4

APPLICANT:

MATTHEW DONNELLON AS NOMINEE OF MATT DON LIMITED TAKE NOTICE that Matthew Donnellon as nominee of Matt Don Limited having its registered office at Market Square, Roscommon a body corporate holding the lowest estate or tenancy in respect of premises known as The Brewery (formerly An Tobar) and situate at The Square, Roscommon, County Roscommon in Court Area and District aforesaid intends to apply to the Annual Licensing Court to be held at Roscommon Court House on the 19th of September 2017 at 10.30 a.m. for the TRANSFER of the seven day publican’s on-licence in respect of such premises from John J Horan of Ballybride, Roscommon, County Roscommon to the above named Applicant. Dated this 15th day of September 2017. Signed: Mahon Sweeney Solicitors for the Applicant Main Street Roscommon To:

The Superintendent Garda Siochana Garda Station Roscommon Town County Roscommon

To:

The Chief Fire Officer Roscommon County Council Aras an Chontae Roscommon Town

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The Chief Clerk District Court Office Golf Links Road Roscommon County Roscommon

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Thelma Langan and Gerard Coughlin intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to retain and complete, Domestic Fuel Storage Shed, and all associated works, at Curraghroe Td. Lanesboro, Co. Roscommon. Signed : Thelma Langan and Gerard Coughlin The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Planning permission is sought for retention of former residential use to 1. Ground floor; Proposed waiting room ancillary to existing surgery. 2. First floor; Proposed storage ancillary to existing surgery. Retention of amendments to front elevation at Barracks Street, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon for Dr. Therese O’ Reilly. The development consist of works to a protected structure Reference Number RPS 02600455. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Geoff Sweeney intend to make an application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for retention of revised house and garage location, revised house plan and elevations as constructed to that previously granted planning permission under p&d ref 04/629 at Tobermakee, Ballintober, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural + Design Services Ltd. Architects, Fallon Avenue, Roscommon Phone 090 6626974 or Mobie 086 8115449 The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying on behalf of The Board of Management of Kilteevan National School for planning permission for retention of amendments to site boundaries, revised site layout, omission of permitted car park arrangements on the site, any deviations to the school extension, and revisions to ancillary facilities, associated with the development permitted under PD/08/1055 at Kilteevan National School, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon. Signed: AOL Design Ltd. Consulting Engineers C/O Albert Looby, Killeenboy, Kilteevan, 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.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Sean and Veronica Murray for planning permission to construct extension and re-model existing house to incorporate a Granny Flat element and also upgrade existing septic tank system with new proprietary treatment system and percolation area and carryout all ancillary site works at Garrynagawna Td, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Tom Baker for planning permission for the following: 1 Construct extension to rear of existing dwelling house. 2) Construct domestic garage circa 108sq.m. 3) Construct a potting shed / greenhouse and separate garden equipment shed and carryout all ancillary site works at Arm Cashel, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon, (Ph Office: 090 6627950), (Andy 086 3646210), (James 087 8228529), info@morrislohan.ie. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Anona Murphy, intend to apply for permission for development at Ardkill, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. The development will consist of retention of extension to existing dwelling. Signed: Anona Murphy The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to erect a dwellinghouse, garage and construct a waste water treatment unit with soil polishing filter at Liberty, Ballydangan, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. SIGNED : Martin Grenham. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Planning permission is sought for change of use from former residential use to shop. Retention and completion of amendments to front elevation and internal layout arrangements at Barracks Street, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon for Gareth Johnston. The development consist of works to a protected structure Reference Number RPS 02600455. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES HYNES Danny

BRENNAN Gerard

MURRAY Vincent

(10th Anniversary)

100 Acres, Cloonfad, Ballyhaunis, Co. Roscommon Who died on 23rd September 2016 Rest in Peace (1st Anniversary)

Cloonascarberry Ballinamore Bridge (1st Anniversary)

In loving memory of Danny, late of Shrove, Strokestown, who died on the 25th September 2007 He always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, A wonderful nature, warm and kind These are the memories he left behind.

Forever in the hearts of Mam, Dad, Sean, Aisling and Alan. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 24th September at 11.30 am in Tulsk Church.

GERAGHTY Sean Cloonara, Derrane, Co. Roscommon (7th Anniversary)

In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and brother who passed away on the 14th October 2016 To us you were someone special, Someone set apart, Your memory will live forever, Engraved within our hearts.

Always remembered and sadly missed every single day, by your loving wife Jeannette and daughters Caroline and Martina, brothers Frank and Michael, parents-in-law, brothers and sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews. _____________ One year has passed since that sad day, When one we loved was called away, God took Gerry home, it was his will But in our hearts, He lives within.

In loving memory of Sean, who died 21st September 2010 Deep are the memories, Precious they stay, No passing of time, Can take them away.

Loved and remembered everyday by wife Margaret and daughter Mary. Eternal peace we wish on you.

O’BOYLE Thomas and Mary Kate Newtown, Ballydooley, Co. Roscommon

Treasured memories of our parents, Thomas and Mary Kate A tribute of love to parents so dear So close to our hearts every day of the year. We will always have memories to treasure and hold Of wonderful parents more precious than gold.

Lovingly remembered by your daughters Mary, Margaret, Una, Bernadette and Joan, sons-in-law Bernie, Michael, Tony and Sean and grandchildren. R.I.P.

Always remembered by Eileen, Jim and the Farragher family. _____________ In our home Gerry is foundly remembered. Sweet memories cling to his name. Those who loved him in life sincerely, Still love him in death, just the same.

Sadly missed by Linda, Michael, Niall, Zara and Glenn. Anniversary Mass on Saturday, 23rd September at 8 pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Cloonfad.

SIGGINS Edward, Ann and Edwin Racecourse Rd., Roscommon

In our thoughts and prayers Loved and remembered . Peace, Perfect, Peace.

You were very special, You will never be replaced, Since the day you left us, There’s been an empty space. You were always there when we needed you, No task too great or small, With a loving heart and willing hands, For us you did it all. Though Heaven and earth divides us, We are never far apart, God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts.

Sadly missed by your loving wife Mary and family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 1st October at 9.30am in St. Brendan’s Church, Toghergar.

DEANE John Ballymacfrane, Donamon, Co. Roscommon. (2nd Anniversary)

QUINE (nee Hoban) Agnes

SHINE (nee McDermott) Helen

Oran, Donamon, Co. Roscommon (2nd Anniversary)

(1st Anniversary)

In loving memory of Agnes, who died on 20th September 2015 A day that’s filled with sadness returns to us today, To mark the day you closed your eyes and quietly slipped away. You had a smile for everyone, You had a heart of gold. You left the sweetest memories, This world could ever hold. A smile can hide our sadness, Tears can be wiped away, But the heartache of losing you, Will never go away. Because you were so special, No words could ever say, How much we love and miss you, Today and everyday.

Sadly missed by her loving husband Michael, son Francis, daughters Cathy and Michelle, daughter-inlaw Mary, son-in-law John, granddaughter Emma all her extended family and her many friends. Anniversary Mass on Saturday, 23rd September at 8 pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Cloverhill.

FINNEGAN M.J. Knockroe, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Who died on 24th September 2009 Rest in Peace (8th Anniversary)

In loving memory of John who died on 11th September, 2015. May he Rest in Peace Your life was one Of kindly deeds A helping hand for Others needs Sincere and true In heart and mind Beautiful memories Left behind.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his brother Michael and Family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 24th September, 2017 at 10 am in Clooneycolgan Church, Donamon, Co. Roscommon.

A little whisper on a September morning, You heard a gentle call You took the hand of Jesus, And quietly left us all. Our memories are our keepsake, From which we never part, God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts.

Lovingly remembered by Mary and family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 24th September at 12 noon in St. Patrick’s Church, Castlerea.

In loving memory of Helen formerly of Clooneenbane, Co Roscommon. Beloved wife, mother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend who died on September 21st, 2016 Each time you think of me, Remember would you please To say a prayer or light a candle In memory of me It doesn’t need to be a long one A little one will do But say a prayer any prayer And I will watch over you

Sadly missed by her husband Richard, daughter Emma, son Kevin and all her family and friends.

GREENE Gerald & Frances Killerney Roscommon. Gerald who died on 21 October 1988 (29th Anniversary) & Frances who died on 30th September 2013 (4th Anniversary)

You brightened up this world And so very selflessly, Gave everything you had And brought so much joy to us. You guided us so wisely And you’re so sorely missed each day, And the only comfort is the memories That will never fade away. You were both so very special And, although losing you brought pain, You now are both together And one day we’ll meet again.

Loved and forever missed by Anne, Gary, Jacinta , Niall and families. Anniversary Mass on Friday, 22nd September at 8 pm in St. Brigid’s Church, Four-Mile-House, Roscommon.

LUNDY Evelyn

TRAYERS John

Glinsk, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

Ardagh, Glinsk, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon (12th Anniversary)

____________ To us you were so special, What more is there to say, Our only wish with all our hearts, That you were here today.

Lovingly remembered Noel, Mary and David. _____________ In God’s care you sleep above, In our hearts you stay with love, Ours is just a simple prayer, God bless and keep you in his care.

Sadly missed and always remembered Billy, Ann and family. Anniversary Mass on Thursday, September 21st at 9.30am in the Church of Our Lady Assumed Into Heaven, Enniscrone, Co. Sligo.

In loving memory of Evelyn Lundy, Glinsk, Castlerea who died on the 24th September 2016

In loving memory of John who passed away on 25th September 2005.

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

A smile for all, A heart of Gold. The very best this world would hold. Never selfish, always kind. Those are the memories you left behind

Lovingly remembered by all her family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 24th September at 10 am in St. Michael’s Church, Glinsk, Castlerea.

Foundly remembered by his wife Catherine, daughter, sons, son-in-law, daughters-in-law and grandchildren. R.I.P.

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Each Sunday 7-8 pm in Hannon’s Hotel, Dublin Road, Roscommon These studies are free and non-denominational.

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES McHUGH (Nee McManus) Rose

BRADY Jimmy

Scramógue, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon & Carrigallen, Co. Leitrim Who died on the 21st of September 2016 (1st Anniversary)

Carrowmore Road, Roscommon (2nd Anniversary)

As we approach the 1st Anniversary of the death of Rose McHugh, beloved wife of Jimmy and loving mother of Daniel and Joseph, who sadly passed away unexpectedly on the 21st September 2016. Her husband Jimmy, her sons Daniel and Joseph McGillycuddy, grandson Jason, daughter-in-law, Katrina, sister Maureen Gormley, brothers Jackie and Seamus McManus, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews, nieces-in-law and nephews-in-law and their families, relatives and many friends, would like to express their heartfelt and sincere thanks to everyone who sympathised and supported all of us, during our sad and sudden bereavement. Thanks to the many people who called to our homes, travelled long distances and attended the Funeral Mass and burial. Thank you to all who telephoned, sent Mass Cards, messages of condolences, donations to S.H.O.U.T., and floral tributes, we are turly grateful. Many thanks goes to all those who brought food and refreshnments to the house, to all those who catered for the callers, also to those who assisted with traffic control.

Cherished memories of Jimmy who passed away on 23rd September, 2015 Rest in Peace Sadly missed by his wife Eilish, family and friends. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 24th September at 11 am in the Sacred Heart Hospital Chapel, Roscommon.

Our warm gratitude also goes to Dr. Hugh O’Donnell and staff at Strokestown Medical Centre, Bridgid Dockery P.H.N., Ursula O’Donohoe, Palliative Care Nurse and to the wonderful Home Helps, Lena Nugent and Anne Cruise. We extend our sincere thanks to Fr. Jaroslaw Maskiewicz P.P., Fr. Dennis Murray, Fr. Ultan McGoohan and Fr. Sean McDermott and to the Chaplain in Sligo University Hospital. Many thanks to Fr. John Sexton for celebrating the very fitting Funeral Mass and for the lovely Homily and kind words about Rose, which meant so much to all of us, to Marie and Emer Reynolds for their beautiful singing, to Aidan Tully Funeral Director, to the gravediggers who prepared Rose’s final resting place and to the management and staff of Percy French Hotel for the beautiful meal provided after the funeral. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 24th September at 10.30 am in St. Ann’s Church, Scramógue, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon To lose someone we loved so much, brings pain beyond belief. There are no words to ease our pain, our sadness and our grief.

Rest in Peace

GAFFEY Peter, Patrick & Celia

Always remembered by your loving family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 24th September at 10 am in Donamon Castle, Roscommon. Rest in Peace.

In loving memory of Jimmy and Tess 36th and 6th Anniversaries on 27th and 26th September. These two days are quietly kept, No words are needed as we never forget, Those we love don’t go away, As they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard but always near, So loved, so missed and so very dear.

Lovingly remembered by your sons, Anthony and Seamus, daughters Olivia and Dee, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law Anne, your 10 grandchildren and extended family. Anniversary Mass on Saturday, 30th September at 11am in the Sacred Heart Home Chapel.

FLYNN Rita

(3rd Anniversary)

Oran, Donamon, Co. Roscommon Who passed away on 28th September 2015 (2nd Anniversary)

In loving memory of Katie, Kilmore, Ballygar, who died on 26th September 2014 You always had a smile to share Time to give Time to care Still loved, Still missed and very dear.

Always remembered by your sons Hugh, Michael and Pat, daughter-in-law Bernie, grandchildren Brendan, Regina, Louise and Tracey and greatgrandchildren Caoimhe and Ruairi. Anniversary Mass on Saturday, 23rd September at 7.30 pm in St. Mary’s Church, Ballygar.

TUCKER (nee Martin) Mary Lehery, Lanesboro 23rd September 2005 12th Anniversary

A whisper on a September evening Yoy heard a gentle call You took the hand of Jesus and quietly left us all. It’s now your Anniversary, You wouldn’t want a fuss. Just to be foundly remebered and prayed for by all of us.

Always remembered and sadly missed by your brother Joe, sisters Phil and Eileen, sister-in-law Maureen, brothers-inlaw George and Michael extended family and friends. Anniversary Mass on Friday, 29th September at 7.30 pm in the Clooneycolgan Church.

Family Notices

Ardsallagh, Roscommon (Peter 50thAnniversary) (Patrick 30thAnniversary) (Celia 3rd Anniversary)

Some day, we hope to meet again. Some day, we know not when. To clasp their hand In a better land, never to part again.

Late of Convent Road, Roscommon

LOHAN Katie

Thanks to Maud and Colin Patterson, Carrigallen for their help and support. Thanks to Dr. Martin, nurses and catering staff at Sligo University Hospital O.C.U. who looked after Rose with such care, kindness and dignity and to Dr. Cassidy and nursing staff at Spinal Unit the Mater Hospital, Dublin.

COSTELLO Jimmy & Tess

Remembering our beloved mother Mary Sadly missed by her loving family and friends. Our Lady of Knock pray for her.

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ACCOUNTS ADMINISTRATOR /SECRETARY REQUIRED Vention Medical Ireland is a dynamic and rapidly growing manufacturer of sterile medical devices and components for worldwide markets. Based in the North Roscommon town of Boyle, 25 minutes from Sligo Town, the Company is fully integrated covering all aspects of device manufacture, from design and development, to sales.

For busy office in Roscommon Town IMMEDIATE START To apply, please send cover letter and CV to:

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Sales Position Donnellan & Co require a Salesperson to join their Sales team Previous experience in Mens Fashion a real advantage • Excellent communication and customer service skills • Dynamic and creative merchandising skills • Enthusiasm for a role in Sales and meeting targets Apply by email to: donnellanman@eircom.net

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Vacancies at Vention Medical Due to continued growth and expansion of our operations in Boyle the following positions have arisen at Vention Medical: ●

Extrusion Technician(s) - The Extrusion Technician is responsible for the running of all extrusion products / product iterations & new technology trials, liaising with the technical department on customer requirements with regards to dimensions, pe formance criteria and materials.

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Please contact Lisa McNama - lmcnama@ventionmedical.com for more information on any of the positions or for a full job description. To apply please send Curriculum Vitae to:

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PART-TIME SECRETARY

Early Years Teacher 37.5 hr (Maternity Cover)

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AND Early Years Teacher 20 hours x 2: Afternoons 2pm-6pm

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SICK AS A PARROT/OVER THE MOON ROSCOMMON & DISTRICT LEAGUE NEWS

Duke’s weekend predictions Saturday, 23rd September The Herald Premier Division (7.45 pm) Ballinasloe Town v St John’s Athletic Ballinasloe did not play last weekend while St John’s were at the receiving end from St Peter’s. Ballinasloe should be good enough. Prediction: Ballinasloe Town Cloonfad v Castlerea Celtic These two teams scored a total of 13 goals between them last weekend which probably means that this will end 0-0! Castlerea are going well and might just have the edge. Prediction: Castlerea Celtic Moore United v Boyle Celtic A long journey for Boyle who are going very well. There is no reason to side against them. Moore will give it everything but Boyle look too strong.

Prediction: Boyle Celtic Norio’s Takeaway Division One (7.45 pm) Strokestown United v Lough Harps Strokestown came out on the right side of a seven-goal thriller last week. At home they should have the measure of Lough Harps. Prediction: Strokestown United Sunday, 24th September The Herald Premier Division Dysart FC v Ballaghaderreen FC (2 pm) Dysart did not play last weekend but Ballaghaderreen are going through a rough patch. At home Dysart look the best bet. Prediction: Dysart FC Skyvalley Rovers v Ballymoe FC (11 am) This will be one of the games of the

day between the defending champions and Rovers, who are hard to beat on their own patch. This could well be a draw. Prediction: A draw St Peter’s FC v Shiven Rovers (11 am) St Peter’s are flying and they will expect to keep that run going at home against Shiven – and they should oblige. Prediction: St Peter’s FC Norio’s Takeaway Division One Ahascragh United v Ballinasloe Town B (2 pm) A local derby here…Ahascragh lost out at home last weekend to Hodson Bay so they won’t want to lose again on their own ground. Prediction: A draw CP Ajax v Kilkerrin United (11 am) CP Ajax were beaten in a thriller

against Strokestown last weekend and at home they might just have enough for Kilkerrin. Prediction: CP Ajax Hodson Bay Athletic v Dunmore Town (2 pm) Hodson Bay are going along nicely and will have momentum after last weekend’s win against Ahascragh. They should prevail again here. Prediction: Hodson Bay Celtic Killeen Sports Grounds Division Two (all games 2 pm) Castlerea Celtic B v Roscommon United Prediction: Castlerea Celtic Moylough ’79 v Cloonfad United B Prediction: Moylough Rahara Rovers v Glen Celtic Prediction: Glen Celtic Skyvalley Rovers B v Cam Celtic Prediction: Cam Celtic

Soccer results Umbro FAI Junior Cup Round 1 Kilkerrin United 2 Moore United 2 Rahara Rovers 4 MCR FC 1 Skyvalley Rovers 2 Arrow Harps 7 The Herald Premier Division Castlerea Celtic 7 Ballaghaderreen 0 Cloonfad United 6 Shiven Rovers 2 Ballymoe FC 2 Boyle Celtic 4 St. John’s Athletic 0 St. Peter’s FC 5 Norio’s Takeaway Division One Ahascragh United 1 Hodson Bay Athletic 2 CP Ajax 3 Strokestown United 4 Lough Harps 0 Ballinasloe Town 2 Killeen Sports Grounds Division Two Boyle Celtic 3 Cam Celtic 0 Cloonfad United 1 Castlerea Celtic 2 Glen Celtic 2 Moylough ’79 2 Shiven Rovers 2 Skyvalley Rovers 0

Hope joins Republic of Ireland Women’s Team for training A Roscommon girl was given the opportunity of a lifetime last week when she was selected from over 4,000 budding footballers from the Aviva ‘Soccer Sisters’ initiative, to take part in a special training session alongside the Republic of Ireland women’s senior team. The Aviva Soccer Sisters programme has been running since 2010 and is aimed at engaging young girls in physical exercise and attracting them to the game of football. Over 30,000 girls have taken part in the programme since it Allanah Ferrari, age 9, from Dublin, reacts during the Aviva Soccer Sisters Golden first kicked off. Camp

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12-year-old Hope Sherwin of St. John’s AFC in Roscommon travelled to the FAI National Training Centre in Abbotstown, Dublin for the special session which was rolled out as part of the 2017 Aviva Soccer Sisters Golden Camp. The Camp saw the girls – aged between seven and 12 – sit in on a full Irish team training session, before getting to take the field with the team ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Northern Ireland. For further information on Aviva Soccer Sisters, visit: www.aviva.ie/soccersisters

Pictured is Hope Sherwin, age 12, of St. John’s AFC, Roscommon, with Aviva Soccer Sisters mascot Cara during the Aviva Soccer Sisters Golden Camp.

THE GAIN LINE

Mikie delivers bonus point for Creggs Connacht Junior League: Creggs 27 Corrib 0. After a blistering start, Creggs made heavy weather of securing a winning bonus point against Corrib at The Green on Saturday night but Mikie Blighe’s try two minutes from time finally closed the deal. Creggs were 12 points to the good inside 15 minutes thanks to two tries from second row Kevin Brandon, the first almost straight from the kick-off. Out-half Mark Brandon was

successful with his first conversion attempt and in between the two opening tries full-back Elliot Jennings also crossed the line but was adjudged not to have grounded properly. Creggs were threatening to run riot at this stage with Corrib completely shut out of the game and Mark Brandon added a penalty goal five minutes later. The second quarter was marked by some very impressive running from right-wing Eoghan Coyle, more accus-

tomed to the no. 9 jersey and making his first senior start and also from Jennings, whose every entrance into the line spelt danger for the opposition. As an indication of things to come however Creggs failed to find any further cracks in the Corrib defence until No. 8 James Brandon, also making his senior debut, crossed near the posts just before half-time, with Mark Brandon adding the conversion to leave his side 22-0 ahead at the interval. The only issue which

remained to be settled was whether Creggs could add a fourth try and secure the bonus but the second half brought very little joy to the home supporters until Blighe cracked it at the death. Corrib were an entirely different proposition after half-time and although Creggs still had a monopoly of good possession, a combination of poor decision-making on their part and stout defence from the opposition left the home side increasingly frustrated as the clock ran down.

Corrib were not without their chances during this period and the Creggs defence was not found wanting with captain Tom Callaghan showing great resolve in thwarting a Corrib kick and chase which had try written all over it. Other good performances throughout came from second row Brian Donoghue, wing-forward Alan Brandon and after he came on hooker Owen Kelly put in an impressive defensive shift as Corrib battered the home line

but ultimately failed to get any return for their valiant second-half effort. Creggs: E Jennings, E Coyle, R O’Brollachain, T Callaghan, A Duignan, M Brandon, A Callaghan, M Blighe, S O’Higgins, A Leech, B Donoghue, K Brandon, R Cahill, A Brandon, J Brandon. Reserves: E Farrell, M Farrell, O Kelly, P Lohan. This Saturday Creggs are at home to Castlebar in their second league outing. Kick-off at The Green at 7.30 pm.

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Top 5 GAA moments of the summer THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner With the summer officially at an end we look back on the GAA highlights from the last three months…in no particular order!

1 Connacht champions Roscommon travelled to Salthill in July and not only beat the Connacht champions Galway, but beat them convincingly. The celebrations continued most of the following week as Roscommon brought the JJ Nestor Cup home.

2 Rossies in Croker It’s not very often Ros-

common can boast two teams in Croke Park at the business end of championships. The senior footballers had two days out at HQ against Mayo while the U-17s took on Tyrone in the All-Ireland final. Not the results we were hoping for but a good platform for next year!

3 Youngsters rock the Kingdom! Roscommon’s U-17s took on the mighty Kerry in Cusack Park in Ennis back in August. Liam Tully’s troops produced a breathtaking display of football to earn a place in the inaugu-

ral U-17 All-Ireland final against Tyrone at Croke Park.

4 Joe’s late winner! Time was almost up in the All-Ireland SHC SemiFinal when Joe Canning struck one of the points of the season from the Cusack Stand to break Tipperary hearts. Galway went on to take Liam MacCarthy back across the Shannon following a thrilling victory over Waterford in the final.

5 Three in a row A fitting achievement for one of Gaelic football’s greatest teams. Jim Gavin’s Boys in Blue once again overcame Mayo. Sam Maguire is gathering dust in the Capital!

Roscommon pictured at Croke Park prior to the drawn All-Ireland quarter-final with Mayo. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Good weekend for juveniles! Roscommon juveniles had a good weekend in St. Coman’s, winning 4 out of the 6 Connacht finals they contested in the 60x30 championship. The match of the day was definitely Liam Egan’s hard-fought U-15 match against Mayo’s Lorcan Conlon. Liam showed great composure to come from 14-10 down to win the first 15-14. Lorcan gained revenge in a see-saw second, taking it 15-13, before Liam upped the tempo of the game in the third to take it by a deceptively wide 15-6 scoreline. The performance of the day came from the ice-cool Magomed Yakhyaev in the U-16 grade. Mog completely dominated his shell-shocked opponent. Showing exceptional consistency and concentration, he won on an amazing

scoreline of 21-1, 21-2. Mog’s ‘little’ brother Ahmed teamed up with Philip Halliday to win the U-14 doubles title in comfortable fashion. Ahmed used his size and power to drive the ball around the walls at every opportunity and Galway’s David Donoghue and Jake Fahy struggled badly, going down 15-2, 15-1. Rory Carthy may have been the youngest Roscommon player on the day, but he has racked up a lot of experience in the last 18 months and he used it to beat Galway’s highly-rated Feilim O’Dioluin in the U-12 grade. Showing great coolness and maturity, Rory was never behind in either game and took a very impressive scalp by 15-2, 15-5. Aisling and Siobhan Treacy gave a good account of themselves when losing the U-14 doubles 15-8, 15-8 against Mayo’s Hazel Finn and Lucy Brennan, and with some more training could definitely have won.

Carragh Kennedy put in a disappointing performance going down 15-3, 1511 to her great rival Skyln O’MalleyWalsh of Galway.

Golf

Busy times at local Golf Clubs In Athlone: Sean White Car Sales sponsored Scratch Cups will take place next weekend. Junior/Intermediate and Minor. Visitors: €15. Online booking available. Ladies 8-hole Fun Scramble: Please put your name on the sheet in the Ladies locker room if you are available to play on Saturday, 23rd of September at 4 pm in a fun scramble. All ladies are welcome. Friday Club: Final Friday club Gala Evening will be held on Sunday, 1st of October from 1.30 to 3.30. Club Mixed Foursomes: Congratulations to Ian Homes and Imelda Sheerin

Jack Walsh pictured supporting St. Mary’s in last weekend’s Roscommon Ladies Junior Football Championship Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

who were victorious to win the John Molloy Cup on Saturday. They beat Tom Dolan Jnr and Bernadette McDonnell in a very close-fought match. Castlerea: The weekend men’s competition, sponsored by Paraic Newman Menswear, was won by Dara Bruen, with Michael Doyle in 2nd place. This week’s competition is kindly sponsored by Padraig Casey Painting. Commiserations to our Connacht Shield team, who were defeated by Ballinasloe in the zone final during the week. Ladies competition sponsored by Doyle’s Centra was won by Breege Cullen, 33 pts. This week the competition is kindly sponsored by Sonas Beauty. The ladies, together with lady captain Evelyn, enjoyed an outing to Ballina Golf Club on Saturday last. Roscommon – Men’s competition: Over 60 men took part, sponsored by Class Grass. Winner: Ken Duggan, 44 pts; 2nd Alan Craven, 41 pts. The

Ladies competition was won by Niamh Lennon, 34 pts. Men’s open senior competition winner was Sergio Benedetti. Ladies seniors’ winner Bretta McCarthy, 14 pts. 9-hole scramble on Friday and Saturday this week. Proceeds to help with ladies foursomes team expenses. Entry €10 per person. Also, fundraising coffee morning will be held on Friday, September 22nd at 11 am.

Rugby

Buccs take on Garryowen Buccaneers travel to Dooradoyle on Saturday to square up with Garryowen in the second round of this season’s Ulster Bank League Division 1A with the kick-off in Limerick at 2.30 pm. Both teams will be seeking their first win of the campaign following opening day defeats to Dublin clubs Lansdowne and St. Mary’s College.

Val and Eileen Beirne (aunt) pictured supporting Caoilinn Beirne who played at full-forward for St. Mary’s in last weekend’s Roscommon Ladies Junior Football Championship Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

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A momentous day in Croke Park There were a number of Mayo people sitting around me at the All-Ireland final last Sunday. When it was over, there was nothing I could say to them. ‘Hard luck’ or ‘Ye were the best team’ was absolutely useless. They heard all that last year, and the year before, and the year before, etc. etc. Telling them that they will be back next year is also a load of codswallop. They may well be back next year, but telling Mayo people that a couple of minutes after this game was akin to turning the knife when it is already deep in their hearts. In fact I can never remember a stranger atmosphere in the streets surrounding Croke Park after an All-Ireland final than prevailed last Sunday.

The Dubs were lapping it up inside the stadium but Mayo people just kept on walking to wherever they had parked their cars or to get on the trains. They weren’t talking. There was nothing to say. They have witnessed some bitter and heartbreaking defeats over the years, but this beat them all. The fact is that there was not much else their team could have done. They went out with all guns blazing and were by far the best team in the opening half. Lee Keegan put the shackles on Ciaran Kilkenny, and despite that opening goal from young O’Callaghan, the Dubs were rattled at half-time. Cluxton was not dominating from the kick-outs as he usually does. Mayo were hunting

in packs and disrupting the Dubs. While they led at half-time there was a nagging feeling that Mayo might pay for some bad first-half misses and they should have had at least 0-12 on the board, instead of 0-9. As expected, Dublin brought in the cavalry on the resumption. In what other county would you find players the calibre of Diarmuid Connolly, Kevin McMenanon and Bernard Brogan on the subs’ bench? Connolly and McManamon made a huge impact and the switch of Paul Mannion to full-forward was crucial. Then there were two key incidents, both of which went against Mayo. In the 47th minute, Mayo were awarded a

free after John Small upended Colm Boyle. It was a definite yellow card, and Small, who had received a yellow earlier, had to go. But then Donal Vaughan ploughed into Small with a forearm smash, right in front of the referee. It was a stupid challenge and a straight red. Not only that, but the Mayo free, which was in a great position, was cancelled, and Dublin won the hop ball! Later, Cillian O’Connor’s free from 35 metres out hit the post and Dublin went down the field and won the free that decided the game. That’s how close Mayo were. In fairness to the Dubs, they never panicked and it is no coincidence that they are winning all these really tight games. It is not luck. It is composure and in-

credible resilience. It’s hard to know what to say about Mayo. They gave everything, but once again it was not good enough. In terms of personnel, it was strange to see Andy Moran being called off. He was Mayo’s best forward by far. Indeed Moran would be my choice for Footballer of the Year. It’s three in a row for Dublin, but I am still not sure that they deserve the accolade of the best team ever. Jim Gavin made a major mistake last Sunday in starting Eoghan O’Gara. It backfired badly on Dublin and it is just as well that Gavin had such strong subs to call on. All in all it was an absolutely titanic contest and a mighty game to be present at. The

My GAA Team of the Year

Fond memories of Mickey Durney As far back as I can remember, Mickey Durney was there. It was probably as a referee that I first saw Mickey (Mike) in action. In fact, throughout the years, Mickey Durney has always been there, whether it was driving county players all over the country, at meetings, or at thousands of matches over the decades, Mickey Durney was there in the background watching closely. He was a man that you could not possibly dislike. He was great company, great fun and was a mine of knowledge and information about the game of Gaelic Football, his beloved Clann na nGael and Roscommon county teams. He was incredibly proud of the success of Clann na nGael and the performances of his son Emmet in particular. Over the past two decades Mickey Durney was a permanent fixture in the press box in Dr. Hyde Park at every game that was going on. He was the nicest man you would ever meet and great company. We spent hours and hours over the years debating about games and players and referees and everything else that we could think of. He spoke gently but he was never critical of anyone and always saw the positive side, even if things were not going to our liking. He always had a bag of sweets in his pocket and sometimes he had even a choice of sweets! In a lifetime of service to the GAA, Mickey Durney was a player, referee, official and a huge fan. I know that stories about him are legendary and I can definitely say that it was a pleasure to meet him every Sunday and whenever our paths crossed. I know that standing just inside the pearly gates waiting for him will be his old Clann friend, Donie Shine. What banter there will be between the two! They do not make them like Mickey Durney anymore. We shall all miss him. To his wife Annette, to Finola, Emmet, Damien and Cathal, remaining family members and his huge circle of friends, I extend my deepest sympathy. RIP.

atmosphere was simply unbelievable and there is really nothing else even remotely like it in Irish sport. It was a privilege to be there. A word too about young Kerry minor David Clifford. I have to say that this lad is the best minor footballer I have ever seen, and I’ve seen a few. To score 4-4 in an All-Ireland final is some feat – and he set up the other two Kerry goals! It was a good way to mark the end of the All-Ireland Minor Football Championship – after all the years – with this special display from a special player. Every Roscommon football supporter has fond memories of the Tom Markham Cup and our great win in Ennis in 2006. Next year it reverts to U-17.

I know the Sunday Game picked their Football team of the year last Sunday night – here is my tuppenceworth: Stephen Cluxton; Michael Fitzsimons, Cian O’Sullivan, Keith Higgins; Colm Boyle, Chris Barrett, Jack McCaffrey; Colm Kavanagh, James McCarthy; Kevin McLoughlin, Aidan O’Shea, Con O’Callaghan; Paul Mannion, Paul Geaney, Andy Moran. Player of the Year: Andy Moran. Young Player of the Year: Con O’Callaghan. I have one change on my team from the RTE one with Tyrone’s Colm Kavanagh in the team instead of Tom Parsons.

Kilbride captain Siobhán Tully is held aloft by her team-mates after the club retained the Roscommon Ladies Senior Football title. Picture: Andrew Fox

Exciting club action locally So we are now down to the semi-finals in the SFC and IFC and there are some really tasty matches coming up. In the senior competition, the match between Western Gaels and St. Brigid’s promises to be a cracker. Both teams scored five goals in their last championship outing and the game between the two (which Western Gaels won by two points) a few weeks ago was a thrilling contest. There will be loads of very good

players on view in that game and it promises to be a close one. In the other semi-final, Boyle and Roscommon Gaels will battle it out. While the Gaels might be the slight favourites, Boyle will look at this game as a mighty chance to reach a county senior final. This weekend we have the first of the IFC semi-finals, with Fuerty facing a resurgent St. Dominic’s. Fuerty will have to be careful against a Do-

minic’s team who are improving with every game. In the Ladies final last weekend, Kilbride turned on the style to overpower Strokestown. Great credit is due to the coaching people and the Kilbride players who have come from nowhere to a position of dominance in the ladies club game in the county and they play some marvellous football too. Well done to all concerned.

Can Cora lead Mayo to glory? Mayo have another chance to ease the heartbreak somewhat when they face Dublin in the All-Ireland Ladies Football Final on Sunday in Croke Park. It would be fantastic to see Cora Staunton getting another All-Ireland medal. She is the greatest ladies footballer of all time and is running out of time to win another medal. She already has four winners medals and an incredible 10 All Star awards. It would be great for Mayo to win it but once again the Dubs will be the favourites to claim yet another major title.

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Racing News

This weekend’s action:

As this is written the flat riders championship is level with Colin Keane and Pat Smullen on 71 apiece with 2 races left at Fairyhouse and each of them having a mount in both races. Those of you of the writer’s vintage will be sorry to learn of the death of Ryan “Buster” Parnell in Copenhagen at the weekend at the age of 83. Buster rode in Ireland in the 60’s and 70’s winning 2 Irish 2000 Guineas, 1967 and 68 for Stephen Quirke and he won the 1000 Guineas in 1975 for Sir Hugh Nugent. Parnell was associated with Paddy “Darkie” Prendergast’s yard and was champion Flat jockey in Ireland in 1969 after riding 59 winners. Parnell rode winners in Ireland, Britain, Denmark, Singapore, Kenya, India and South Africa before retiring, at the age of 54, in 1986. His son David, who rode for Kevin Prendergast, died in a car crash near Newbridge in 1990.

Racing today is in the west at Ballinrobe with an eight race national hunt card starting at 2.15pm. Tomorrow evening flat racing returns to the all weather at Dundalk at 6.00pm and over the sticks in the north at The Maze in Downpatrick off at 1.45pm. It is jumping action at Proudstown Park outside Navan on Saturday with racing away at 1.50pm. On Sunday there is a flat meeting at Naas at 2.00pm featuring the Group 2 Juddmonte Beresford Stakes and Monday sees the wrap up meeting at Roscommon for 2017 starting at 1.45pm.

Preview for Lenebane

Horses for Courses by Tom Red

Racing on Monday see 8 races down for decision opening with a 7f Auction Race for 2-Y-O’s sponsored by the EBF with 18 entries followed by a handicap over the same distance for 3-Y-O’s and upwards, 30 potential runners. The third, over 1m 3f, is the Budweiser Maiden for 3-Y-O’s and upwards with 30, the joint largest field of the day, followed by the final flat race of the year at Roscommon, over a similar distance, an Apprentice Handicap for 3-Y-O’s and upwards with 27 potential runners. Racing over the sticks starts with the jewel in the crown of jump racing at Roscommon the Grade 3 Kilbegnet Novice Chase sponsored this year by the EBF, this race was ran at Gowran Park last year. Charles Byrnes supplies 5 of a field of only 10 and is joined by Chitu from P Griffins, Inis Meain Denis Hogan, Landofhopeandglory Joseph O’Brien, Montana Belle Henry de Bromhead and Product of Love from Alan Fleming. Alto Esqua looks the pick of Byrnes quintet, a recent winner for Martin White who would love a winner in Roscommon but Byrnes 2 recent Kilbeggan winners Rock On Fruity and Rosie Alice won’t be far away. But

Competition Corner

Ridestan, rails, wins the Kilbegnet Novice Chase by a nose from Neverushacon at Gowran last year

the selection is Montana Belle a winner in Galway last Monday under Andrew Lynch to give de Bromhead, last year’s winning trainer another win in this race if he turns out again. The final chase for the season is a 2m 5f handicap sponsored by the EBF with 13 entries. The penultimate race of the year has 17 entries in the 2m 4f Maiden Hurdle, sponsored by the on course vets, who do Trojan work throughout the year with 18 possible runners. Racing comes to a close at Lenebane for 2017 with a 2m bumper

The St. Mary’s team that won the Roscommon Ladies Junior Championship Football Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

confined to amateur riders with 12 horses entered thus bringing the curtain down on a very successful season at our local track. After 2 placed efforts Willie Mullins’ Itsonlyrocknroll will be all the rage in the bumper but keep an eye on Chesterfield King who should come on after a respectable debut in Kilbeggan. The best turned out in each race is sponsored by the Roscommon Racing Board and music in the main bar after racing is by Henry and The Usual Suspects. Admission is only €15 and €10 for OAP’s and students, great value for punters.

The winners in our final competition for tickets to Lenebane for 2017 are Paul Finnegan, Ballygar, Kathleen Kelly, Longford and Tony Ward, Athleague. Don’t forget to collect your tickets in the office at Abbey Street, Roscommon. Point to Point With just a fortnight to go to the start of the season the opening meeting at Toombridge on the 7th October is the first to fall due to the ground conditions leaving Castletowngeoghan outside Mullingar on the 8th the only meeting of the opening weekend. Roscommon Hunt will hold their meeting at Rockfield on the 5th November. Enda Bolger has got a hunter cert for Gilgamboa, winner of the Grade 1 Ryanair Gold Cup Novice Chase at Fairyhouse in 2015.

Caroline Crann pictured presenting the Player of the Match Award to Emma Jones after the Roscommon Ladies Junior Football Championship Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

Goals lead to glory for St Mary’s Keenan’s Bar & Restaurant Junior Ladies Finals

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This was a well-contested junior final at Knockcroghery and the two vital goals scored by St. Mary’s in the opening half were crucial in the

end. Goal number one came in the 24th minute from Gillian Dufficy while the second came in the 28th minutes from Niamh Feeney. St. Barry’s will rue kicking nine wides in that first half, many from scoreable positions. St. Mary’s led by 2-1 to 0-5 at half-time. With Niamh Feeney, Louise Brady and Emma Jones leading from the front, Mary’s scored some lovely points in the second half. Barry’s fought to the bitter end and Rhiannon Cox, Emer Burke and Emer Callaghan were very impressive.

St Mary’s: S Brady; Y Brady, A Callaghan, A Beirne; B Moylan, A Jones, N Feeney (1-1); G Dufficy (1-0), R Brady; K Jones, E Jones (0-2), M Jones (0-1); L Brady (0-3), C Beirne, C Fahey. Subs: A Lenihan (0-1) for Beirne, G Cribbin for C Beirne. St Barry’s: R Cox; R Cox, R Hagan, O Farrell; J McGowan, A McLoughlin (0-1), J Rogers; E Wallace, E Burke; S McVeigh, L Murtagh (0-3), N Murphy; G Gaynor (0-1), E Callaghan (0-2), E Beirne (0-1). Subs: C McGlynn for N Murphy,

G Farrell for Rogers, S Murphy for L Murtagh, R Cox for Callaghan. Referee: P Fahy.

Four Roads win ‘B’ Final Four Roads 4-9 Kilmore 3-10

Sinead O’Brien was the Four Roads heroine, scoring three goals for her side, with Oonagh Kelly scoring the other goal against a spirited Kilmore.

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Brendan Cregg, Roscommon Ladies Gaelic Football Association Chairperson, pictured presenting the Player of the Match Award to Niamh Cregg after Western Gaels won the Roscommon Ladies Intermediate Football Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

The Western Gaels team that won the Roscommon Ladies Intermediate Championship Football Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

‘West’ best in battle of the Gaels Hydrotech Water Supplies Ladies Intermediate Championship Final WESTERN GAELS

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KILGLASS GAELS

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Western Gaels finally managed to get their hands on the Intermediate Championship trophy on Saturday afternoon after defeating a gallant Kilglass Gaels in a very enjoyable and enthralling contest. Kilglass may look back and think that they should have done more damage in the first half, however credit has to go to Western Gaels who put in a fantastic secondhalf display that ultimately got them over the line. People coming in late to the game missed what was an incredible start. Less than one minute in, Ciara Compton capitalised on a long ball into the full-forward line and blasted a fantastic shot into the top corner past a helpless Sasha Lavin in the Western Gaels goal. Soon after, Mikaela McHugh scored a great point for Kilglass before in the third minute of the game Western Gaels got a goal of their own when Liah Lavin fired the ball into the roof of the net. The game did finally settle after that frantic start from both teams. Two points from the reliable Nicola Tully and a point apiece from Louise Dooner and Katie King left Kilglass 1-5 to 1-0 up after 16 minutes. However Western Gaels refused to lie down and got three points without reply from Martina Freyne, Danica Lavin and the industrious Niamh Cregg, to bring them back into the game. Nicola Tully and Niamh Cregg exchanged scores before a second point from Kilglass midfielder Louise Dooner left them 1-7 to 1-4 up at the break. Western Gaels then turned in an excellent performance in the second period. Just as in the first half, there was early drama as Elaine Murren finished off an excellent Western Gaels move with a great finish past goalkeeper Majella Cox. Jenny Higgins really drove her team on from midfield in the second half and scored the first of two excellent

Brendan Cregg, Roscommon Ladies Gaelic Football Association Chairperson, pictured presenting the trophy to winning captain to Martina Freyne. Picture: Andrew Fox

Jenny Higgins (0-2); Elaine Murren (1-1), Danica Lavin (0-1), Niamh Cregg (0-4); Claire Sampey (0-1) Liah Lavin (1-0) Martina Freyne (0-2, 1 free). Kilglass Gaels: Majella Cox; Sharon Duffy, Aisling Lennon, Kate Lawe; Claire McCormack, Emma Compton, Siobhan Nugent; Louise Dooner (0-2), Rebecca Coyle; Mikaela McHugh (0-1), Natalie McHugh (0-1), Katie King (01); Ciara Compton (1-1), Nicola Tully (0-6, 4 frees), Rachel Coyle. Subs used: Clodagh Owens for Nugent (h/t), Aisling McGuire for C Compton (60 mins). Referee: Sandra Shanagher.

The Kilglass Gaels team that contested the Roscommon Ladies Intermediate Football Final.

points in the 36th minute. Kilglass did reply strongly with points from Nicola Tully and captain Natalie McHugh. However Western Gaels were starting to show their superiority and had four unanswered points from Claire Sampey, Jenny Higgins, Elaine Murren and Martina Freyne. Kilglass wouldn’t lie down and responded with three points in

succession to draw level. They wouldn’t score again though, and Western Gaels showed a bit more experience and were patient and composed. Two more points from Niamh Cregg and a Lisa Flynn score in the last minute meant the cup would be going to Frenchpark. Western Gaels now march on into the Connacht Championship as

county champions. While Kilglass will be disappointed they didn’t get the job done, they can be proud of the part they played in what was a great advertisement for Ladies football in Roscommon. Western Gaels: Sasha Lavin; Sharon Bruen, Deirdre McDermott, Laura Bruen; Aishling Bruen, Shannon Dowd, Aishling Frizzell; Lisa Flynn (0-1),

Player of the Match: Niamh Cregg (Western Gaels). Cregg played an outstanding game in the half-forward line, scoring four points from play, two in each half, and was pivotal in Western Gaels winning the game. Jenny Higgins had a fantastic game at midfield while Elaine Murren and Martina Freyne were prominent throughout. For Kilglass, Louise Dooner, Mikaela McHugh and Nicola Tully had very good games. Wides: Western Gaels 12 (4 first half); Kilglass Gaels 3 (2 first half) Yellow cards: Western Gaels 0; Kilglass Gaels 1 (Louise Dooner, 57)

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The Kilbride team that won the Roscommon Ladies Senior Football Championship Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

Classy Kilbride hit Strokestown for six Abbey Hotel Ladies Senior Football Championship Final KILBRIDE

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‘Some of the best football we’ll see on any pitch’ – Ollie Lennon (manager)  DARRAGH O’CONNOR

Kilbride ladies retained their senior championship title in emphatic style, having 21 points to spare over neighbours Strokestown. It was pretty much oneway traffic throughout in a game played in difficult conditions on Saturday evening in Knockcroghery. It caps off an incredible two years for Kilbride who have now won back to back league and championship titles.

Poor weather conditions contributed to a low-quality first half. Strokestown started the brighter, with Niamh McHugh opening the scoring with an excellent solo score. However that’s as good as it got for Strokestown. They couldn’t live with Kilbride’s dynamic attacking and were punished seven minutes in when Sinead Clabby fired the ball into the roof of the net. That was the start of a great day for Clabby, who would

Player of the Match Siobhan Tully (Kilbride). Siobhan put in an outstanding display and covered more ground than anyone else on the pitch, consistently driving through the heart of the Strokestown defence. Fiona Tully, Sinead Clabby and Eilish Fannon were excellent going forward while Katie Kelly was very good at the back. Aisling MacAuliffe and Niamh McHugh were best for Strokestown. Wides: Kilbride 10 (6 first half); Strokestown 8 (5 first half)

end the day with two more goals to her name. She got her second soon after, showing great bravery to get to the breaking ball before goalkeeper Maire Mullooly. Siobhan Tully scored a fine point running through the heart of the Strokestown defence before her sister Fiona found the net after showing great perseverance in winning the ball back in the build-up. Aisling Hanley replied with a free to leave it Kilbride 3-2 Strokestown 0-2 at the break. Any hope of a Strokestown comeback diminished very quickly as Kilbride scored 3-5 without reply in the first twelve minutes of the second half. Goals from Niamh Shanagher, Sinead Clabby and Eilish Fannon put the game beyond Strokestown. The goals, along with two points from Fiona Tully and one apiece from Shanagher, Fannon and the hard-working Siobhan Tully, capped off a devastating third quarter for Kilbride. Aisling MacAuliffe and Niamh McHugh did manage to get through the very well organised Kilbride defence with a point each with ten minutes of play left. Further excellent attacking play from Kilbride led to points from Fiona Tully, Casey Keane, Blathin

O’Beirne and Eilish Fannon. Strokestown did get a consolation goal in the final minute through Eleanor Hanley but it was a case of too little too late for them. Manager Ollie Lennon said they knew they were the best team in the county but weren’t underestimating the challenge they faced. “We said at the start of the year, the hardest thing to do is to get back into the final and then the next thing is to defend the title.” He went on to say: “We went through the year unbeaten, we knew we were the best team in the county, but a final is a different day. “The girls carried out today exactly what we’ve been asking them to do for the last couple of weeks and some of the football played is some of the best we’ll see on any pitch on Roscommon this year.” Kilbride will now play the Mayo champions in the Connacht semi-final, a challenge that Lennon says they will “relish.” “Last year we missed out on the Connacht final and a chance to play Cornacon, but these girls will relish playing one of the top senior teams in the country.” Kilbride: Lorraine Connor; Ciara Taylor, Yvonne Creighton, Jennifer Fannon; Alice Kelly, Rochelle

Adrian, Carla, Louis and Elliot Grealy, Abbey Hotel, Roscommon (sponsors) pictured presenting the trophy to winning captain Siobhán Tully after Kilbride won the Roscommon Ladies Senior Club Final for the second year in a row. Picture: Andrew Fox

Mullaney, Katie Kelly; Tara Taylor, Eilish Fannon (1-3); Siobhan Tully (0-2), Fiona Tully (1-3), Niamh Shanagher (1-1); Casey Keane (0-1), Blaithin O’Beirne (0-1, 1 free), Sinead Clabby (3-0). Subs used: Corina Gormley for Clabby, Lorna Flanagan

for C Taylor, Maire Lohan for Keane, Niamh Tully for K Kelly. Strokestown: Maire Mullooly; Ellen Beirne, Colleen Cauneen, Feena Beirne; Bronagh McHugh, Rebecca Mullooly, Aoife Shiel; Sarah Brudell, Aisling MacAuliffe (0-2);

Niamh McHugh (0-2), Jill Mullooly, Triona Kelly; Eleanor Hanley (1-0), Aisling Hanley (0-1, 1 free), Cora Devine. Subs used: Chelsea Devine for J Mullooly, Niamh Beirne for A Hanley, Joanna Regan for R Mullooly. Referee: Turlough Bruen.

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Dynamic Daniel powers Pearses into ﬁnal Kepak Roscommon SHC Semi-Final Replay PÁDRAIG PEARSES

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Another outstanding performance from young Daniel Glynn was key as Padraig Pearses qualified for the 2017 Roscommon SHC final when they will face neighbours Four Roads. Glynn scored 1-10 from play and placed balls and his accuracy was the difference between the teams in what was a low-key encounter. It was Glynn who scored

Pearses’ goal in the 12th minute but just six minutes later Oran were level when Thomas Fetherston scored a fine goal on the run. Pearses, with points from Cathal Kelly and sub Shane Sweeney, went ahead at half-time. Daniel Glynn pointed an early free in the second half but then Pearses received a setback when Daniel Staunton was shown a red card after 38 minutes.

Oran levelled matters after that with points from Paul Kenny and Jerry Fallon. However, Pearses made light of their numerical disadvantage to forge ahead again with good points from Adam Finnerty and Daniel Glynn. Pearses held on to their lead and despite a desperate late attempt from Oran to get an equalising goal, Pearses won by three to qualify for the final. Daniel Glynn’s two converted sideline cuts in the final 10 minutes were the highlights of what was an excellent display from him. Oran were best served

Action from the Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship semi-final replay between Oran and Padraig Pearses. Picture: Andrew Fox

by Paul Kenny, Thomas Fetherston, Gearoid Keenan and Padraig Crehan, and they will have been disappointed to not have at least got to another final in defence of the championship which they won in such great style last year. Alongside Daniel Glynn, Pearses were best served by Eoghan Costello, Karl Feehily, Paul Dolan, Adam Finnerty and Cathal Kelly. Padraig Pearses: P Dolan; K Daly, K Fehily, E Costello; J Donoghue, P Dolan, E Cogavin; T Seale, D Dolan; G Downey, D Glynn (1-10), T Sweeney; A Finnerty (0-1), C Kelly (0-1), D Staunton. Subs: S Sweeney (0-1) for Donoghue, O Kelly for T Sweeney, M Donoghue for D Dolan. Oran: J Fallon (0-2); MT McCormack, P Crehan, K Crehan; D McCormack, P Kenny (0-5), H Rooney; J Crehan, M Dwyer; G Keenan (0-2), T Fetherston (1-1), G Concannon; S McDermott, D Ryan, E Kenny. Subs: D Beirne for Concannon, A Phelan for Ryan, R Varley for McDermott. Referee: J Judge.

Action from the Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship semi-final replay between Oran and Padraig Pearses. Picture: Andrew Fox

Ballinameen and Kilglass pass Junior tests REA Seamus Carthy Roscommon JFC ‘A’ Quarter-Finals BALLINAMEEN 1-14 WESTERN GAELS The St. Dominic’s panel members pictured prior to their great win at the weekend.

Connaughton torments Tulsk! Mulryan Construction Roscommon IFC Quarter-Final ST. DOMINIC’S

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St. Dominic’s took the formbook and threw it out the window at Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday evening when they were too good for a fancied Tulsk side who were very disappointing on the day. Dominc’s had stars all over the field but none more so than full-forward Naos Connaughton

who caused mayhem all through for the Tulsk rearguard. The county hurler helped himself to two goals and two points in what was a towering display. Tulsk led early on – with points from Kieran Donoghue and Dara Jones – but Dominic’s were soon level and then in front thanks

to points from Conor Fallon (2) and Darren Donnelly. Connaughton struck home his first goal in the 22nd minute and it set Dominic’s on their way, and when he fisted home a second goal in the 28th minute it helped the Knockcroghery men into a handsome eight-point lead at the break. Tulsk played their best football in the third quarter with young sub Callum Fahey to the fore. The lead was down to four at one point with less than ten minutes to go. Then Craig

Burns saw red for a second yellow card offence and Eoin McCormack sealed a great win for St. Dominic’s with a goal six minutes from time. It was a superb win for St. Dominic’s who will now go into their semifinal against Fuerty as underdogs – and on the evidence of this display that position will suit them nicely. St. Dominic’s: M Miley; A Naughton, M Byrne, C Hunt; B O’Meara, E McCormack (1-0), T Gately; M McGloin, P Fallon; R Morris, S Farrell, U

Kelly (0-2); C Fallon (05), N Connaughton (2-2), D Donnelly (0-1). Subs: T Doyle for Naughton, C Murray for Kelly, S Naughton for McGloin. Tulsk: J Grady; C Flanagan (0-1), S Murray, D O’Rourke; S Lennon, G Callaghan, R Galvin; D Jones (0-1), T O’Rourke (0-1); S Flanagan, C Burns, S McCormack; J Conlon (0-1), C O’Rourke, K Donoghue (0-2). Subs: D Donoghue for Murray, C Fahey (0-5) for McCormack, R Kelly for Lennon. Referee: P McTiernan.

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Ballinameen were the comfortable winners against Western Gaels at Kiltoom and now they will face St. Brigid’s in the semi-final. Ballinameen played very well all through and led by 0-10 to 0-5 at half-time with Gerard McDermottroe, James Tansey and Conor Egan to the fore. Western Gaels never suggested that they would make a comeback and Ballinameen sealed their win with a well-taken James Tansey goal with nine minutes to go. Scorers – Ballinameen: J Tansey (1-3), G McDermottroe (0-4), P Keane (0-3), E Keaveney and C Egan (02) each. Western Gaels: C Sampey (0-3), B Casserly (0-2), E Ryan, U Mulleady and M Drury (0-1) each.

KILGLASS GAELS ROSCOMMON GAELS

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Kilglass eased their way into the semi-finals with a comfortable win against Roscommon Gaels at Tarmonbarry on Saturday evening. Kilglass led 1-10 to 0-4 at half-time with Shane McCormack scoring the goal after 15 minutes. It was one-way traffic in the second half and two goals from Darragh McGuire sealed a good win for last year’s beaten finalists who will now face Clann na nGael in the semi-final on Sunday next.

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Boyle’s decisive late show sinks Strokestown Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC Quarter-Final

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Outscoring Strokestown by 0-5 to 0-1 in the final six minutes of actual playing time, Boyle came good at just the right time at Dr. Hyde Park to qualify for the semi-finals of the SFC for the second year in a row. This time they will play Roscommon Gaels in the last four. Strokestown will bemoan the fact that despite being two points ahead in the 58th minute, they just could not close the deal. When Boyle needed them, key players Donie and Enda Smith and Cian McKeon answered the call and all three had a huge part to play in that late surge. The injury suffered by county player Sean Mullooly in the 20th minute was also crucial and his absence was a major blow to Strokestown for the rest of the game. In any event, Boyle were probably the better team throughout and the Strokestown goalkeeper John McHugh was responsible for saving at least three more Boyle goals with some incredible stops in each half of what was a well-contested and evenly-fought match. Full credit to Strokestown, they battled away but were just caught at the finish. Early points from Cathal Compton and Diarmuid McGann got Strokestown off to a good start but in the 12th minute a great run from Conor Flanagan was instrumental in setting up Enda Smith to finish off the move for Boyle’s first goal, the ball going in off a post. Strokestown in fact were by far the better side in the opening half and they rattled over seven points between the 12th and 30th minutes, with Diarmuid McGann (3), Keith Murphy, Ian Rogers, Keelan Beirne and Kevin Finn on target, Boyle’s only reply a Cian McKeon free in the 28th minute. Just when it seemed likely that Strokestown would go in with a handsome lead, Boyle struck for goal number two in first-half injurytime. This time the spadework was done by Donie Smith with a fine run and Sean Purcell finished brilliantly to leave Strokestown ahead by 0-9 to 2-1 at half-time. Boyle had hardly played at all yet they were only two points behind. Boyle were much better on the restart. By the 43rd minute they had levelled the game at 2-4 to 0-10, with Donie Smith and Enda Smith and Cian McKeon now very much to the fore. Strokestown, however, were digging in. Seanie Purcell was off injured and the Boyle defence looked suspect at times. Points from Colin Compton and Ruaidhri Molloy edged Strokestown into a 0-14 to 2-6 lead with 56 minutes on the clock. But Boyle came storming into the game after that. Donie Smith was denied a goal by another great save from

Stat Attack Wides: Boyle 6 (3 first half ); Strokestown 5 (3 first half ) Red cards: 0 Black cards: 0 Yellow cards: Boyle 1 (Killian Cox); Strokestown 2 (David Butler, Colin Compton) Scores from play: Boyle 2-6; Strokestown 0-11 Man of the Match: Cian McKeon (Boyle)

Action from last weekend’s championship encounter between Boyle and Strokestown. Picture: Andrew Fox

McHugh, but Smith then converted from the resultant ’45. In the 59th minute Cian McKeon kicked a great point to level the scores and less than a minute later Donie Smith was at it again, scoring from 30 metres out. Sub Mark O’Donoghue then added to Boyle’s lead in injury-time. In the 63rd minute Diarmuid McGann’s free narrowed the gap to one, but Boyle were not to be denied and Donie Smith’s free sealed the win for them. Boyle will know that they will have to improve if they are to entertain any notions of beating Roscommon Gaels, but there is certainly potential for improvement within their ranks and they will look at the semifinal as a game they can win and a golden opportunity to reach a county senior final. For Strokestown, it was a case of what might have been and with the talented players they have got in the squad they will surely be a factor in the championship in the years to come. Boyle: Robert Kearney; Conor Flanagan, Michael Hanmore, Evan McGrath; Tadgh McKenna, Sean Purcell (1-0), Dylan East; Roch Hanmore, Enda Smith (1-0); Donie Smith (0-5, 2 ‘45’s, 2 frees), Killian Cox, Ciaran Cox; Cian McKeon (0-5, 1 free), David Callaghan, Darren O’Connor. Subs: Colin Goldrick for Purcell (h/t), Mark O’Donoghue (0-1) for C Cox (53). Strokestown: John McHugh; David Neary, Keelan Beirne (0-1), Ruaidhri Molloy (0-1); David Butler, Sean Mullooly, Michael Fallon; Thomas Corcoran, Cathal Compton (0-1); Ian Rogers (0-1), Kevin Finn (0-2), Keith Murphy (0-1); Paddy Brogan, Colin Compton (0-2, 1 free), Diarmuid McGann (0-5, 3 frees). Subs: Mikey Kavanagh for Mullooly (20), Luke Kelly (0-1) for Rogers (49). Referee: Kevin Naughton.

Paddy Brogan moves possession forward for Strokestown against Boyle last weekend. Picture: Andrew Fox

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BREAKING BALL The Memory Man will be remembered Breaking news in Breaking Ball and it’s news that casts a real sadness into many hearts and reminds generations of people of happy sporting times in the past. Love or not quite so love his commentating style, there really was only one Jimmy Magee,

and the infectiously enthusiastic and always very knowledgeable broadcasting giant will be missed and fondly remembered. Due to a popular quiz slot he was rather lazily known as ‘The Memory Man’ for some years; more accurate to simply

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think of him as a very nice man and a hugely accomplished broadcaster who was an institution in Ireland. Jimmy Magee’s death (aged 82) was announced on Wednesday. May he rest in peace. – PH

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It was a ‘Super Saturday’ on the GAA front locally with action in the SFC and IFC, the ladies’ finals across the board and the hurling semi-final replay. The games went ahead on Saturday due to a certain fixture in Croke Park on Sunday. The weather was poor enough on Saturday, but that didn’t affect the quality of the play. In the ladies finals, Kilbride were awesome as they defeated Strokestown, Western Gaels

won a thriller against Kilglass, and two first-half goals paved the way for Junior A Championship success for St. Mary’s (Tulsk). In the SFC, Boyle edged Strokestown out and Cathal Cregg (with 3-2) was the hat-trick hero for Western Gaels against Clann. And well done to St. Dominic’s on their somewhat unexpected win over Tulsk, inspired by 2-2 from a rampaging Naos Connaughton.

5-star Western Gaels conquer Clann in a thriller Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC Quarter-Final

WESTERN GAELS

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CLANN NA NGAEL

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If you score five goals in a major championship match the odds are that you are going to win, and so it was for Western Gaels in this thrilling quarter-final against Clann na nGael under the Kiltoom lights last Saturday night. Cathal Cregg, missing in the Gaels’ defeat to St. Faithleach’s the previous week, returned with a bang, and he scored an impressive 3-2 as the Gaels’ attack exposed the weaknesses in the Clann defence. Cathal Cregg opened his goal account after five minutes and by the 21st minute the Frenchparkbased men led by 2-6 to 0-4, with Niall Higgins scoring a fine second goal. Clann found their feet towards the break and by half-time there was only three points in it – 2-6 to 0-9 – with Donie

Shine once again excellent from the placed ball and Cathal Callinan also playing well. Western Gaels scored a third goal on the restart – Cathal Cregg on target again – but Clann responded immediately when Cathal Shine’s free was deflected past Adrian Hardiman. Three points on the bounce from Donie Shine (2) and Emmett Kenny left only a point in the game with 10 minutes to play. Western Gaels kicked on again. Tommy Gill added a fourth goal in the 46th minute and Cathal Cregg completed his hat-trick shortly after that. Clann never gave up and Donie Shine scored a penalty late on following a foul on Cathal Shine. Western Gaels had done enough and now they will have to turn their intentions to a mouth-watering clash with St. Brigid’s in the semi-final. Apart from Cathal Cregg, they had excellent performers in Tommy Gill, Thomas Mahon, Seanie McDermott and Finbar Cregg. For Clann, Donie Shine was once again excellent as were Ronan Gavin, Emmet Kenny and Graham Pettit. Western Gaels: Adrian Hardiman; Thomas Mahon, Bernie Morahan, Tommie Devine; Tommy Gill (1-0), Seanie McDermott, Aidan Dowd; Ciaran Cafferky (0-2), Barry Creighton; James

McDonnell, Niall Higgins (1-1), Kevin Higgins; Sean Ryan (0-1), Finbar Cregg (0-5, two frees), Cathal Cregg (3-2). Subs used: John Duffy for Ryan (43 mins), Ollie Hester for N. Higgins (53 mins), Niall Murray for Creighton (57 mins). Clann na nGael: Ronan O’Reilly; David Flynn, Stephen Flynn, Ronan Gavin; Emmett Kenny (0-1), Shane Pettit, David Connaughton; Donie Shine (1-7, 1-0 penalty, five frees), Graham Pettit (0-1); Ross Naughton, Cathal Callinan (0-2), Matt Scally; Ciaran Lennon (0-1), Cathal Shine (1-1, 1-0 free), Ruardhi McManus (0-1). Subs used: Cian McManus for Callinan (43 mins), Johnny Dunning for McManus (51 mins), Sea Henry for Scally (52 mins), Damien Duff (0-1) for Connaughton (56 mins). Referee: Ollie Kelly.

Stat Attack Wides: Western Gaels 3; Clann na nGael 12 Yellow cards: Western Gaels 2 (T Mahon, Morahan); Clann na nGael 4 (D Connaughton, C McManus, D. Flynn, D. Shine) Black cards: Western Gaels 0; Clann na nGael 0 Red cards: Western Gaels 0; Clann na nGael 0 Western Gaels’ Ciaran Cafferky.

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INSIDE: INSIDE: Ladies ﬁnals, comment on Dublin v Mayo…and much more! GAA RESULTS

Jimmy was ‘different class’  SEAMUS DUKE

I was very sad to hear of the passing of Jimmy Magee on Wednesday morning. To say that Jimmy Magee was a legend does him a disservice! Yes, he loved sport and was a commentator on RTE for over 50 years, but he was such a lovely man to meet and be with. He was always in good form and was never too busy to stop and have a

chat regardless of where you met him. I was honoured to have played for the famous Jimmy Magee All Stars a couple of times as he toured the country for years and years raising money for charity – and what craic we had after those games. Whether it was in Croke Park, Hyde Park, or Lansdowne Road, Jimmy was always there and his knowledge and interest in all sports knew no bounds. He loved sporting

stats and questions about sport, picking teams and arguing the toss about the ‘greatest ever’ in every sport you could think of. When you left his company you always felt better having chatted to Jimmy. In his own famous words, as he commentated on Maradona’s sensational goal against England in 1996, he was “different class.” May he rest in peace.

The late Jimmy Magee

Hodson Bay Hotel Group SFC Quarter-Finals Boyle 2-11 Strokestown 0-15 Western Gaels 5-11 Clann na nGael 2-15 Mulryan Construction IFC QuarterFinal St Dominic’s 3-10 Tulsk Lord Edwards 0-11 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers Junior ‘A ‘FC Quarter-Finals Kilglass Gaels 3-15 Roscommon Gaels 0-8 Ballinameen 1-14 Western Gaels 0-8 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers Junior ‘B’ FC (Section A) Michael Glavey’s W/O v Clann na nGael Seamus Carthy Auctioneers Junior ‘B’ FC (Section B) St Faithleach’s 5-20 Fuerty 2-8

GAA FIXTURES

Friday, September 22nd Seamus Carthy Auctioneers Junior ‘B’ FC (Section A) At Kilbride: Oran v St Croan’s. 8 pm Saturday, September 23rd Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 5 At Ballinlough: Michael Glavey’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards. 5.45 pm Mulryan Construction IFC QuarterFinal At Dr Hyde Park: Oran v Creggs. 4 pm Mulryan Construction IFC Semi-Final At Dr Hyde Park: Fuerty v St Dominic’s. 5.45 pm Mulryan Construction IFC Relegation Play-Off At Kilbride: Kilbride v St Michael’s. 5.45 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers Junior ‘B’ FC (Section B) At Kilmore: Kilmore v Boyle. 5.45 pm Sunday, September 24th Hodson Bay Hotel Group AFL Division 1 At Orchard Park, Elphin: Elphin v Kilmore. 2 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 3 At Ballyforan: St Aidan’s v Shannon Gaels. 2 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers Junior ‘A’ FC Semi-Finals At Dr Hyde Park: St Brigid’s v Ballinameen. 2 pm At Dr Hyde Park: Clann na nGael v Kilglass Gaels. 3.45 pm UNDERAGE GAA FIXTURES Elaine Murren, Jenny Higgins, Niamh Cregg and Sasha Lavin pictured celebrating after Western Gaels won the Roscommon Ladies Intermediate Football Final. See page 51. Picture: Andrew Fox

Fuerty and Oran to take weekend honours? Mulryan Construction IFC Semi-Final: St Dominic’s v Fuerty on Saturday in Dr Hyde Park at 5.45 pm  SEAMUS DUKE

On the face of it this looks set for a fairly comfortable win for Fuerty, but St. Dominic’s have relished the underdogs tag in this championship so far and at their best they could cause serious problems for the favourites. Fuerty are a fine side and have come into the last four without too much fuss. Their star turn is county senior player Niall Kilroy, who has been tremendous this year. But Fuerty are not a one-man band and they have several excellent players to call on like the Bannons, the Leahys, Gearoid Ennis, Aengus Lyons and Peter Kellehan, to name just a few. St. Dominic’s are definitely in bonus territory, but are coming into form at just the right time. When they lost their opening two games in the championship there were not many people who would have given them any chance of getting to this semi-final. But the win against hotly-fancied Tulsk last week-

end will have given them so much confidence. Conor Fallon, Ultan Kelly and Tom Gately seem to go on forever and are playing as well as ever. Naos Connaughton was on fire in the quarter-final against Tulsk and he will take a lot of watching. The reality is that Fuerty have been playing at a slightly higher level than Dominic’s and they should have the edge. But if there is any complacency in the Fuerty ranks it will be exploited by Dominic’s. Fuerty to edge it by a few points. Prediction: Fuerty.

Mulryan Construction IFC Quarter-Final: Creggs v Oran at Dr Hyde Park on Saturday at 4 pm The lifeblood of the GAA is the local derby and this one will be much-anticipated among followers of both clubs. Creggs have been excellent on their return to intermediate ranks and they have followed up their great win in last year’s junior championship with a superb campaign in the IFC. The addition of a fit Noel Gately to their side this year has given them an added edge up front and with Shane Dowd, Enda O’Rourke

and Enda Conneran also in attack, Creggs have plenty of firepower. Oran have struggled at times in this championship but remain a very good side and their 10-point hammering of Michael Glavey’s is evidence of that. On their best day they are the best team in this grade, but the big question is can they turn it on on Saturday against Creggs? Matthew Whyte, Tom Fetherston, Jack Earley, the Kennys, Mikey Gunning, Shane Regan, Gearoid Keenan and Kieran Whyte are all top class performers and Oran will want to get to get another crack at Michael Glavey’s in the semi-final, having lost out after a replay to Kilmore in the final last year. I must say that I am really looking forward to this match. I will not be surprised if Creggs win, but my choice is that Oran will edge it by a narrow margin. Prediction: Oran. Note: The Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JFC semi-finals are talking place on Sunday in Dr. Hyde Park. At 2 pm it’s St. Brigid’s v Ballinameen and at 3.45 pm it’s Clann na nGael v Kilglass Gaels. They should be two good competitive games but Ballinameen and Kilglass will be favourites to qualify for the final and they should do so too.

Saturday, 23rd September Paul Earley Consulting MFC Division 3 At Ballyleague: St Faithleach’s v Kilglass Gaels/St Barry’s. 5 pm. Integrated Risk Solutions U-14 FC Division 1 At Kiltoom: Clann na nGael v Padraig Pearses. 6 pm. At Orchard Park: Roscommon Gaels v Boyle. 2.30 pm. Oakwood Nursing Home U-14 FC Division 2 At Orchard Park: Kilbride v Kilmore/ Shannon Gaels. 4.15 pm. Rogue & Co Cafe U-14 FC Division 3 At Ballyleague: St Aidan’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards. 3 pm. Casey’s Auto Centre U-14 FC Division 4 At O’Rourke Park: Eire Og v St Croan’s. 4 pm. Axe Forestry Div 3 U-12 Summer League At Croghan: Shannon Gaels v St. Ciaran’s. 12 noon. Sunday, 24th September O’Rourke Fireplaces & Stoves MFC Division 1 At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St Kevin’s v Strokestown. 3 pm. Gleeson’s Restaurant & Rooms U-16 FC Division 1 At Ballyleague: Oran v Strokestown. 12 noon. Noel Carr Accountants U-16 FC Division 2 At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Padraig Pearses. 12 noon. Oakwood Nursing Home U-14 FC Division 2 At Ballyleague: Castlerea St Kevin’s v Kilglass Gaels/St Barry’s. 2 pm. Rogue & Co Cafe U-14 FC Division 3 At Knockcroghery: Elphin-Ballinameen v Clann na nGael. 4.30 pm.