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Singers’ Circle event in Ballinasloe Ballinasloe Singers’ Circle will host its next gettogether at The Dunlo Tavern in Ballinasloe this evening (Thursday 10th) from 9.30 pm. All singers, storytellers, poets, and listeners are welcome. Admission is free.

Anam Cara hosts information evening Anam Cara, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, will hold a ‘Bereavement Information Evening’ on Thursday, May 17th from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm in the Family Centre, Chapel Street, Castlebar. The information evening is a free event, however, the organisers will need to confirm numbers. If attending, please RSVP to info@anamcara.ie before Wednesday,16th or call 085-2888888.

Fundraising dance for Mayo/Roscommon Hospice A fundraising dance night with part of the proceeds going towards Mayo/Roscommon Hospice will take place in Kilronan Castle on Thursday, May 17th in memory of John Joe Baxter. Music on the night will be provided by Patrick Feeney and some tickets are still available. All are welcome. Admission is optional but all donations would be gratefully accepted.

Ronan Brady, Cyr Wheel performer and joint creator of ‘How to Square a Circle’

What’s the perfect weekend away in Ireland? Anywhere along the Wild Atlantic Way, with typical blustery Irish weather and pockets of sunshine. Staying in an old thick-walled building (or even a castle) with a crackling open fire. How about a holiday abroad? I love active holidays. From snowboarding, skydiving and scuba diving holidays to the more recent circus training ‘holidays’! I usually come home more drained, bruised and sore than when I went, but I prefer to have rest days at home rather than abroad.

*Elphin native Ronan and aerial performer, Aisling Ni Cheallaigh, will perform their show ‘How to Square a Circle’ at the Dean Crowe Theatre in Athlone this Saturday and Sunday (12th and 13th). Tickets available at www. deancrowetheatre.com

Ryan O’Shaughnessy has the whole country dreaming of Eurovision glory once again. Ryan performed ‘Together’ in Lisbon in Tuesday night’s semi-final with his backing dancers providing outstanding support. Saturday’s final will be Ireland’s first since 2013 and Ryan will now look to deliver the country’s first Eurovision success since 1996.

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What’s your favourite place in Co. Roscommon? My favourite places are always associated with people and memories so Mantua and Rathcroghan at home. I also really enjoy the natural beauty between Boyle and Carrick including Lough Key Forest Park and Bluebell Woods.

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What’s the best Movie/Netflix/TV series you’ve seen recently? It’s got to be Peaky Blinders. It had me hooked, and the writing was incredible. I’m more of a YouTube consumer though. Check out Casey Neistat or Liza Koshy.

What’s your idea of the perfect night in? A warm evening, a large thin based pizza, a couple of cans of a sweet cider, sitting out by the river watching the sunset with my partner Michelle. It doesn’t get much better that that. What do you do to relax? I find it difficult to relax because my And the perfect night out? mind can be very busy, especially since I’m not big on nights out but I do love a leaving full-time employment. I relucfamily wedding or get-together. I have tantly pick up books, but then reluctantly almost 40 first cousins and we love get- put them down, though I do enjoy them ting together for parties. They are such very much. ‘The War of Art’ by Steven special occasions and it really bugs me Pressfield is amazing; also Michael when I miss them due to work. Harding’s musings are very enjoyable.

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It was a bad week for Roscommon natives Neil Collins, Donal Ward and John Collins as they exited the Connacht Championship early with New York following a quite dramatic defeat in extra-time against Leitrim at Gaelic Park last Sunday.

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I plan to bring my young daughter on holidays to France during the summer. Our holiday would be for about 2 weeks. I am not married to the father of my daughter and I wonder do I need his permission to bring our daughter out of the country? Please advise me. The answer to your query very much depends on whether the father of your daughter is also her legal guardian. In Ireland, a mother of a child is an automatic guardian of that child. A father who is married to the mother of his child also has automatic guardianship rights in relation to that child. This applies even if the couple married after the birth of the child. However, the same does not apply to a father of a child who is not married to the child’s mother. In order for a father of a child to obtain guardianship rights he must either: 1. Sign a Statutory Declaration for guardianship with the mother of the child. This Statutory Declaration must be witnessed by a solicitor or commissioner for oaths. 2. Seek a Court Order for guardianship. 3. Under the Children and Family Relationships Act 2015 a father to a child may acquire guardianship rights if he lives with the mother of the child for a period of 12 months, 3 months of which are after the birth of the child. This Act did not commence until 18th January 2016 so such guardianship will only be acquired automatically where the parents lived together for at least 12 months after the 18th of January 2016. It is important to note that the naming of the father of the child on the birth certificate does not give him automatic guardianship rights. It is an offence to remove a child under 16 years from the State in the following circumstances: 1. Without the consent of each person who is a guardian to the child. 2. In defiance of a Court Order. 3. Where a summons has been served in respect of a court application by a father seeking guardianship. If the father to your child does not have guardianship rights or if he has not initiated the guardianship process through the Courts then you may bring your child on holiday without his consent. This column is prepared by Dolores Gacquin, Solicitor. Byrne Carolan Cunningham have offices in Athlone, Moate, Lanesborough and Galway. A person should always contact their solicitor to obtain legal advice specific to their own situation. The above column contains general information and cannot be relied upon as legal advice. * In contentious business, a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement

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ROAD WORKS SPEED LIMIT ORDER Road Traffic Act 2004, Section 10 Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Section 10 of the Road Traffic Act, 2004 that Roscommon County Council has made a Road Works Speed Limit Order to apply a Speed Limit of 50km/h at the location set out in the schedule below.

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Irish Water gets to work in Kilteevan! Irish Water has said it will commence works in Kilteevan Village this week to improve water supply, water pressure and reduce leakage “to benefit local residents, businesses and visitors to the area”. These water mains renewal works involve the decommissioning and replacement of over 850 metres of old and damaged cast iron pipes with modern, high density polyethelene (plastic) pipes. The works are part of Irish Water’s National Leakage Reduction Programme which will reduce the high level of leakage across the country by fixing or replacing ageing water mains over the next four years. This contract is being carried out by Roscommon County Council and will take approximately eight weeks to complete. Irish Water says that once the works are complete, customers will enjoy an improved flow of water in this area ensuring a more secure supply and improved pressure. Explaining further what’s involved, Irish Water’s Water Network Regional Lead Dave Murphy said: “This project will also involve laying new water service connections from the public water main in the street/road to customers’ property bounda-

ries and connecting it to the customers’ water supply. “Areas of work will be limited to short sections to minimise impact on customers. The works may involve some shortterm water shut-offs and the project team will ensure that customers are given a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to any planned water shut-offs. “Traffic management will be in place during this time and local and emergency traffic will be maintained at all times. We understand that this type of work can be inconvenient and works crews will make every effort to minimise any disruption these necessary works cause”.

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PORTIUNCULA REPORT ‘Serious errors in management’ made in cases involving ten babies  PAUL HEALY

Last Thursday, the Saolta University Health Care Group published the report of the External Independent Clinical Review of Maternity Services at Portiuncula University Hospital (PUH). This review followed a

preliminary review which was undertaken by the Saolta Group into the care provided to six women whose babies were referred from PUH for Therapeutic Hypothermia (head cooling) in 2014. An additional 12 cases involving 10 families relating to a number of different

perinatal events at PUH dating from 2008 to 2014 were later added to the external review. A total of 18 cases, involving 16 families from 2008 to 2014, form part of the review published last week. In their report, the Clinical Review Team state that of the 18 cases reviewed, serious errors in management occurred in ten cases that would have probably made a difference to the outcome for those babies. Of the 18 cases reviewed,

six involved cases where the baby had died. In four of these cases there were significant failings in the care provided to those babies. The Clinical Review Team also identified contributory factors and/or incidental findings in each of the 18 cases reviewed. The review report highlighted a number of key issues relating to the service provided in PUH between 2008 and 2014. These include delays in escalation of concerns to more senior decision makers, deficits in

staff numbers across both medical and nursing, poor CTG (trace) interpretation, and concerns relating to the administration of oxytocin during labour. The review report raised concerns around the way many families were communicated with during or after their time in hospital. The HSE said that since the concerns were identified in late 2014, the Saolta Group and PUH have put in place a significant number of measures to improve patient safety.

Health bosses apologise Dr. Pat Nash, Group Chief Clinical Director, Saolta University Health Care Group and the Review Commissioner said: “On behalf of the Saolta Group, I have again offered the families involved our deepest apologies for the distress and suffering they have endured. “My key priority at the start of this process was to ensure that we could learn from the issues that would be identified by the review process, put in place measures to ensure that the highest standard of maternity care is provided at Portiuncula University Hospital, and minimise the risk of this happening again”. James Keane, General Manager, Portiuncula University Hospital added: “On behalf of the staff at Portiuncula University Hospital I want to again apologise for the failings in care highlighted in this review. “We remain committed to providing the highest quality maternity services to our community and the team here in PUH has worked over the last three years to put in place additional measures to ensure we provide the highest standard of care to the women using our services”.

‘Implement all recommendations’ Minister Denis Naughten said that his thoughts are “first and foremost” with the families of the babies who were at the centre of this inquiry. Minister Naughten said as a member of Government he has been pushing for the introduction of a law making it a legal requirement for medical professionals to disclose medical mistakes to patients at the time they happen and not years later on the steps of the courts. He added: “As well as adding

to the distress of families, the delay in publishing this report has been damaging to the hospital, and the fact is that parents at the centre of this inquiry deserve answers, as did the staff at the hospital and the parents who are relying on this service every day”. Minister Naughten said it is important for parents planning to avail of maternity services in Portiuncula to be assured that staffing levels at the maternity unit have been

dramatically improved since these very serious incidents occurred. He added that a large percentage of the 150 recommendations made in this report have been implemented already. Senator Maura Hopkins attended the briefing last Thursday. She said this must have been an extremely difficult time for the families involved. Senator Hopkins added: “It is critical now that all of the almost 150 recommendations outlined in this report are implemented”.

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Darkness Into Light Walks are set to take place across the county this Saturday at 4.15 am in Ballaghaderreen, Castlerea, Boyle and Roscommon town. Pictured showing their support for the Ballaghaderreen Darkness Into Light Walk/Run are local Darkness Into Light committee members with Fr. Joseph Gavigan, Administrator of St. Nathy’s Cathedral; Declan Dunne, Principal of St. Nathy’s College; Angelina Nugent, MWR; Pat Towey, Tom Colleran and members of the Ballaghaderreen Men’s Shed.

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‘Longfella’ captivates Strokestown audience  DAN DOONER

The 20th Strokestown Poetry Festival officially opened with a bang last Friday at The Percy French Hotel as Tony ‘Longfella’ Walsh performed a powerful reading of his poems to a captivated audience. The council’s Arts Office once again sponsored the Children’s Poetry competition which took place earlier in the day while the Festival

Anthology was also launched last Friday afternoon by local author and poet, Gerry Boland. Friday evening started with the official launch of the festival by Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council Cllr. Orla Leyden, who impressed the gathered lovers of poetry with a reading of Jane Clarke’s poem ‘The Suck’. “I love poetry, it has always helped me to make sense of my

world, to filter ideas, resolve problems, express emotion, somehow understand myself a little better,” said Cllr. Leyden as she opened proceedings. Finally, it was over to Mancunian Tony Walsh, who came to international prominence following a public reading of his poem ‘This is the Place’ in Albert Square following the Manchester bombing in May of last year. ‘The Longfella’

as he’s affectionately known, certainly didn’t disappoint with a mixture of deep, dark and meaningful pieces peppered with humorous moments throughout. The 20th edition of the festival had started in style and the high benchmark set by Orla Leyden and Tony Walsh on Friday night was maintained right throughout another terrific weekend of poetry in Strokestown.

Rosary for Ireland this Saturday Pictured at the opening night of the Strokestown Poetry Festival in the Percy French Hotel were Jo Burns and Liz McSkeane. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the opening night of the Strokestown Poetry Festival in the Percy French Hotel were Anne O’Leary, Jacinta Glover and Padraig Holmes. Picture: Andrew Fox

The praying of a Rosary for Ireland will take place at Sacred Heart Church this Saturday (12th) at 4 pm. This event is coordinated nationally by ‘Ireland needs Fatima’ and all are welcome. For more information contact Mary Fallon on 085-8503191.

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Cathaoirleach’s Creative Citizenship Award

CREATIVE IRELAND PROGRAMME

CREATIVE ROSCOMMON GRANTS 2018 The Creative Ireland Programme is a culture-based programme designed to promote individual, community and national wellbeing. The core proposition is that participation in cultural activity drives personal and collective creativity, with significant implications for individual and societal wellbeing and achievement. This fund is open to not-for-profit organisations, local community groups, arts, heritage and cultural groups, venues and all those involved in the culture and creative sectors. Applications by individuals must be in partnership with a community, cultural or heritage group. Funding may only be used to support events/projects that focus on cultural activity involving the arts, creative industries, heritage and the Irish language.

The Cathaoirleach’s Creative Citizenship Award aims to highlight the diversity of arts, culture and heritage in County Roscommon. The theme is “My Roscommon” communicated through one of the following creative mediums: 1. Written - poetry, prose or short story. 2. Visual - any medium such as painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, film, video or other digital imaging media. 3. Performing arts - music, song, dance, theatre. The Cathaoirleach’s Creative Citizenship Award is open to amateurs under four categories with a winner and runner up prize in each category and an overall prize for the project that best captures what makes County Roscommon unique and special. Category: - (1) Adult, (2) 13-18 years (3) 12 and under (4) Community Group Each entry should be accompanied by a brief description (max 50 words). Still and moving images should be clearly labelled.

Application forms and full particulars may be obtained from Corporate Services, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon F42 VR98 or corporateservices@roscommoncoco.ie or visit www.roscommoncoco.ie

Entries should be submitted on or before Thursday 31st May 2018 to Corporate Services Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00 pm on Thursday 31st May 2018.

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A Rapid Response – with support of Consultants  PAUL HEALY Pictured at the Abbey Hotel for the unveiling of the Irish Community Rapid Response vehicle were Sandra Kenny and John McDermott. Picture: Andrew Fox

PUBLIC NOTICES

Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2018 The National Town and Village Renewal Scheme 2018 focusing on improving the economic development of towns and villages involves a two stage process. Roscommon County Council now invites expressions of interest for consideration and may select a number of proposals for development into detailed applications to be submitted to the Department for assessment. Projects will be required to commence in 2018 and be completed by the end of 2019. Eligible Towns: Category 1: Towns/villages with population of 5,000 people or less Category 2: Towns with population of 5,001 – 10,000 Grant Amounts Available: Up to 80% of the total cost of a project under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme will be provided for any individual project. The minimum grant which is available is €20,000 and the maximum is €100,000.

For years he was widely recognised as one of the most passionate campaigners for Roscommon’s often embattled health services – and now he’s at the heart of a new initiative which looks certain to save lives across the region. John McDermott, the former chairperson of the Roscommon Hospital Action Committee, was a vocal campaigner for many years – including in the tumultuous period before, during and after the closure of Roscommon Accident & Emergency Unit. Recently, arising directly from his experience as a health services’ campaigner, John became involved with Cork-based Irish Community Rapid Response. ICRR is a voluntary network which delivers professional pre-hospital A&E care directly to the location of emergencies throughout the country. John McDermott has now set up a Roscommon branch of the Irish Community Rapid Response and in the coming weeks he will oversee the launch of the project locally. John outlined details of this initiative to the Roscommon People. “What we are launching is essentially a Roscommon branch of Irish Community Rapid Response” John said, explaining that a new rapid response vehicle will be a support for the ambulance service and that it will be staffed by volunteer doctors.

“This medical jeep will provide medical back-up to paramedic ambulance crews who are dealing with medical emergencies. Currently the National Ambulance Service dispatches ambulances. If we (Rapid Response) can get there quicker – due, for example, to an ambulance not being available – it could save a life or lives”. The new service will provide support in cases of medical emergencies and actually have a ‘first responder’ role where an ambulance is unavailable or delayed. There are already six such Rapid Response vehicles in use around the country, all due to this community initiative. The Roscommon-based vehicle will be directly supported by two medical Consultants who are based at Roscommon Hospital, namely Dr. Gerry O’Mara and Dr. Tariq Khan. These Consultants will accompany the Rapid Response jeep to the scene of an emergency. Further support is being provided by local GPs. The new service is expected to be rolled out in County Roscommon next month. John McDermott wished to thank Ministers Michael Ring and Denis Naughten for grant-aid; the HSE and Roscommon Hospital; the medical personnel who are providing support, and also Sean White (Renault, Athlone) for sponsoring the vehicle.

‘We’ll train you …it can save lives’ Irish Community Rapid Response (ICRR) will be available to provide people in Roscommon with CPR training and upskilling in defibrillator usage. John McDermott stressed how important CPR is, stating that a patient has a 50% less chance of surviving if CPR isn’t administered within five minutes of that person suffering an emergency episode. “This training is so necessary and so important. Most cardiac arrests happen at home, so we are appealing to people to consider taking up this offer of training. It takes just 45 minutes and will give people the confidence to act in an emergency”. Mr. McDermott said that if more people in the community avail of this training it will support the Rapid Response project. He said that ICRR will be happy to arrange training for community groups and individuals alike. Any individual or group wishing to enquire about CPR/defibrillator training can find out more by calling 087-3197610 or emailing comresources@hotmail.com

Please note that emphasis will be placed on projects that have clear positive economic impacts on the town/village, rather than just public realm-type actions. Closing date for receipt of fully completed Expressions of Interest by post or by hand to Community & Enterprise Section, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon or by email to khegarty@roscommoncoco.ie is 5pm on Tuesday 5th June 2018. Late submissions will not be considered. In order to facilitate communities in preparing an expression of interest, details of the scheme and expression of interest forms are available on www.roscommoncoco.ie Majella Hunt Director of Services Governance and Corporate Affairs, Community & Enterprise and Environment. Pictured at the Abbey Hotel for the unveiling of the Irish Community Rapid Response vehicle were Sandra Kenny and John McDermott. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Ros FM presents: pedal powered cinema! Roscommon-based community radio station, Ros FM, will host a major Pedal Powered Cinema fundraiser this Sunday (May 13th) at the Hyde Centre. Doors will open at 2 pm and the hardworking committee will power the feature movie Despicable Me 3 from 3 pm.

There will also be a free raffle on the day. It’s free entry with donations towards the running of the radio station very welcome and much appreciated. Children attending the event must be supervised by adults at all times.

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Shauna Grady, Katie O’Brien and Katie Lohan, Knockcroghery with their four-legged friend, Taylor pictured at Roscommon Lamb Festival last weekend. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh.

The Athleague Fair and Festival is due to take place in the picturesque village over the June Bank Holiday weekend (1st to 4th) and as part of the festival, the village will play host to a ‘Soap Box Derby’, in association with Tremane Hurling Club, on Sunday, June 3rd. Teams are already transforming driveways and garden sheds into makeshift pit lanes ahead of the event and organisers are expecting a large entry come race day. The event is sponsored by Callington Ltd., Tremane and there is extremely generous prize-money on offer including a whopping €1,000 for the winners, €500 for second

place and a €250 hamper for third! A source close to the officials in charge of the event spoke to the Roscommon People earlier this week. “Participants must be over 18 because this is fairly serious stuff. The track itself is at street level so it’s a street race – a bit like Monaco! There’s a good hill into the village and so there should be no problem gaining a fair bit of momentum. A good fast track with the finish line at Hamrock’s Pub!”. Are you up for the challenge? To be in with a chance of winning, book your team by calling 087-7541730 today!

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PAUL HEALY’S WEEK A column by Roscommon People editor

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Lambs, ducks and all human life… Sunday At Roscommon’s beautiful Loughnaneane Park on Sunday, it seemed like there were hundreds of sheep – there were certainly thousands of humans. It was a day of such glorious sunshine, we spent almost as much time lamenting how rare this is as we did celebrating our good fortune. What the ducks in the Loughnaneane pond made of the huge crowds and the enticing food aromas, I don’t know. The ducks may have noticed there was more than the usual (and frankly very predictable) bread crumbs on the menu. It was, the morning papers had declared, the best day of the year so far. Of course that wasn’t a particularly demanding target. Embraced by such lovely sunshine, it seemed that every second man, woman, child and sheep within ten miles of Roscommon had descended on town, where a hugely successful Lamb Festival was in full flow. I wonder how many times on Sunday did someone say those wellworn words… “Sure if we had weather like this all the time, we’d never leave Ireland”. Well, we had weather ‘like this’ on Sunday and the choice of destination for thousands of people was Loughnaneane Park, where a Fam-

Aaron and Luke Keenan, Rahara pictured at Roscommon Lamb Festival last weekend. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh.

ily Fun Day was the attraction. The previous night had seen the ‘Marquee full’ signs going up early for a very successful Lamb Festival BBQ. Back in the Park on Sunday, there was a very nice relaxed atmosphere.

Friday & Sunday A guest on the Joe Finnegan Show on Friday morning, I’m in studio in Longford; Joe and the other guests are in Monaghan. There’s a nice young chap in Joe’s seat, overseeing the link between Longford and Monaghan. Some small talk before and after we go on air. The weather. How is Longford town doing commercially? ‘Doing anything exciting at the weekend?’ Mmnn. I’m thinking ‘Yeah…rest a bit, maybe cut the grass, finally sort out the shed’. He says: “I’m going to Ed Sheeran in Cork”. A brief conversation-threatening pause, as our respective ages flash before us. When Joe gets into gear, we discuss the events of the week, mostly to do with the healthcare crisis. Then, I’m asked for an opinion on Brexit and the border issue. What to say? It’s like being asked to give a considered critique of the scenery after enduring a particularly wobbly rollercoaster ride. Later, we lighten the mood and agree that it will not be a shock if New York beat Leitrim, but we also agree that we want Leitrim to win. Sunday evening comes, and I lose track of time for a while. Then I remember to tune into the radio commentary from Gaelic Park. The game’s in extra-time! And, social media subsequently reveals that Marty (Morrissey) and Willie (Hegarty) have had half the nation entertained through thrilling commentary on their respective stations. I think Willie and Marty have gone viral, and no, that doesn’t mean they’ve joined a secret

Billy Garvan was belting out the hits (I think I heard him sing ‘Making Your Mind Up’, perhaps for topical Eurovision reasons). There was a big crowd at the sheep shearing and a queue for some archery action at the entrance to

cult. Actually, if Willie and Marty joined a cult, they’d almost certainly rise to the top without delay, before finally bringing everyone to their senses (with some fun along the way). Marty and Willie may not have gone viral, but they are certainly trending on Twitter, as you do. Meanwhile, I’m simultaneously sorry for New York but delighted for Leitrim. Happy for the Leitrim players obviously, and thrilled for their large travelling support. (On a poignant note, it’s impossible not to think of the late, great Shay Reynolds, the prominent Leitrim GAA figure (from Bornacoola/Dromod) whose untimely death occurred recently. Shay would have loved this chapter in the Leitrim GAA story). It was always a pleasure to meet him and he will be greatly missed.

All weekend When the first Strokestown International Poetry Festival kicked off twenty years ago, I was there as a sponsor, wearing my Roscommon Champion hat. And I was handing over prizes in the Schools’ competition. Did so for a few years in fact. Now, twenty years on, our daughter (Alannah) is there, winning the Secondary Schools category. A nice surprise! And, as I feel that parental pride, I also think: Where did the twenty years go? A subject matter for a poem, perhaps. There was up to eighty people at the prize-giving ceremony. The sixteen shortlisted finalists read their poems out and the standard really was terrific. It was uplifting to see and hear. Afterwards (I stress it was afterwards!) I met the guest judge, poet Peter Mullineaux.

Roscommon Castle. What the ghosts of the 13th century made of that, I don’t know either. A number of superbly skilled craftsmen and craftswomen (a tinsmith, a chap sculpting a lamb from wood, with

What do you say to a poet? I suppose you can say anything you like (within reason) to a poet, the same as to anyone else. In the event, I asked Peter (a very nice man) if he’s kept busy, which I immediately thought was probably a slightly odd question. Maybe I’m too used to speaking with self-employed people. Did I think people are always ringing him up ordering poems? In actual fact, it turns out that he is quite busy, doing lots of good work with schools, in between doing what poets do, which presumably entails writing poetry, reading poetry and attending poetry-related events. Peter was genuinely enthused by the pupils’ poems, which were a great credit all concerned. Later on Friday, the official opening of the Festival took place (see page five, more photos next week). There was a great atmosphere in Strokestown all evening, all weekend. The nice weather helped; so did the great line-up. I was delighted for the hard-working organising committee; hope and history had indeed rhymed in their 20th anniversary year.

Sunday/Monday Yeah, life is too short/busy to watch all the snooker, but modern technology can help. So, making sure our children were out enjoying the sunshine, I paused the afternoon coverage of the World Snooker Final in the hope that nobody would touch the remote and I could pop in every now and again to see how the showdown was progressing. You couldn’t do that in the far-off days when David Vine was presenting…when

a chainsaw!) attracted much interest. Gifted people these, shaping and sharpening and sculpting in seeming obliviousness to the gaze of onlookers, like a football genius who has all the time and space in the world to weave his magic. The aroma of food was all around! And while you could purchase a range of lovely foods, many families had brought picnics. And of course the playground was brimming with joy all afternoon. It was just one part of a tremendously successful annual Lamb Festival, but it was the most public portrayal of that success. It was fascinating to see so many people – it had to be thousands – coming together in celebration of our heritage, or at least in pursuit of some communal oneness, brought together by our traditions, by the sense of place we all have. There were faces I recognised, and there were many faces I didn’t recognise. The beautiful weather had opened the door to the magnificence of Loughnaneane Park and the community had spilled through the gap. A great day, a great festival weekend. Outside Gleeson’s, I saw some American visitors, the four of them loving the experience. I felt proud of Roscommon as I watched the tourists inhale our festival, our town. If we had weather like this all the time, they’d never go back!

Bill Werbeniuk was drinking and Steve Davis was winning and Alex Higgins was winning and drinking. My plan worked and I was able to dip in and out of the action from The Crucible. This year’s final, amazingly, was contested by two ‘oldies’ who were thought to be long past their peak. In this unexpected over-40s final, the great John Higgins was favourite to beat Mark Williams, who considered retiring after watching last year’s tournament “in a caravan, with some beers”. Williams held the overnight lead going into Monday, and he was in complete control against an out of sorts Higgins as the final progressed, establishing a 15-10 lead. And what a final session fans were treated to! It was wonderful, mesmerising…as Higgins launched a stunning comeback (to 15-all) only for Williams to prevail and win a first world title in fifteen years. I was delighted for the Welsh man – he’s an absolute one-off, a genius shot-maker and a wonderfully laconic character. I’m not so sure however about his decision to appear (almost) naked at his press conference (he had promised that he would do so, if he won). Williams faced the press wearing nothing only a strategically placed towel. Thankfully, during the fiercely competitive heat of battle on the green baize, Williams hadn’t thrown in the towel when faced with the Higgins comeback. And, equally thankfully, he didn’t throw in the towel during his press conference either.

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REFERENDUM ON THE THIRTY-SIXTH AMENDMENT 25th May, 2018

NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE OF POLLING STATION Persons who would usually vote at Abbey National School in Roscommon town will now vote at

The Quad Youth Centre on Circular Road, Roscommon. Colm Kelly, Roscommon Co. Co., Ann Marie Beirne, BOI Roscommon and Seamus Moran, Kilmore, Athleague.

Locals ﬂock to Lamb Festival events! Photographs by Michelle Hughes Walsh

FINTAN J. MURPHY Local returning officer Constituency of Roscommon-Galway

REFERENDUM 25th MAY, 2018 If you are an Elector suffering from a physical illness or disability who would normally vote at a Polling Station listed below as inaccessible to wheelchair users, you can apply to me to have your vote transferred to one of the accessible Polling Stations. Applications to transfer votes must be made to me in writing not later than Monday 21st May, 2018.

FINTAN J. MURPHY, LOCAL RETURNING OFFICER, GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS, GOLF LINKS ROAD, ROSCOMMON _____________________________________________________________________

POLLING STATIONS INACCESSIBLE TO WHEELCHAIR USERS IN COUNTY ROSCOMMON. BALLINAMEEN N.S.

POLLING STATIONS WHICH ARE ACCESSIBLE TO WHEELCHAIR USERS Andrew Reynolds, Cllr. Kathleen Shannagher and Mary Gleeson.

Donal Mee, Chairperson, Roscommon Lamb Festival, Larry Noonan, Abbeyshrule winner of best Pen of Butchers Lamb and Gerry Farrell, Roscommon Mart.

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NewsPeople Padre Pio Pilgrimage The Padre Pio Pilgrimage through Holy Cross, Co. Tipperary will take place on Sunday, May 27th. The bus will leave The Crescent, Boyle at 8 am. Enquiries to Moya on 090-662110.

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Fundraiser for Portrun Development Association Portrun Development Association will hold their annual fundraiser night in Paddy Finn’s Bar, Kilteevan on Saturday, May 19th. This promises to be a great evening of entertainment including music, finger food and a raffle. Tickets are priced at €10 and can be purchased from the association. Funds raised will go towards supporting the efforts of the community group in developing Portrunny and surrounding areas. The new Portrunny Heritage & Nature Trail, Townland Markers, Tidy Towns and plans for a new slipway and an amenity and recreation centre are just a few of the community group’s projects and initiatives that require public support. To find out more, visit www.portrun. ie, email info@portrun.ie or check out Facebook page.

Young Environmentalists in national ﬁnals Students from Roscommon have been shortlisted for the ECO-UNESCO Young Environmentalist Awards finals, which will be held in the Round Room of the Mansion House, Dublin, on May 22nd. The groups from Coláiste Chiaráin, Athlone and Convent of Mercy, Roscommon advanced to the finals with

Tidy Towns Church gate collection Roscommon Tidy Towns Association will hold its annual church gate collection this weekend (12th and 13th). Your support is greatly appreciated to fund further projects to enhance the town. Roscommon town was awarded a Gold Medal in the National Tidy Towns competition last year. New members are always welcome to join the group on Tuesday evenings at 7 pm in The Square.

Volunteers wanted for Sunﬂower Days

Pictured at the opening night of the Strokestown Poetry Festival in the Percy French Hotel were Mary, Padraig and Angela McGinn. Picture: Andrew Fox

inventive projects raising awareness on topics such as shark endangerment and how to use bins correctly. Earlier this year, the groups were tasked with coming up with action projects that would make a real contribution to the environment at a local level. Once this was complete, students had to pitch their ideas to a panel of experts at the Connaught ECO-DEN – a Dragon’s Den style pitch meeting.

The projects were subsequently shortlisted with almost 80 others for the finals of the Young Environmentalist Awards. Although the main objective for the finals is to impress the judges and take home a much-coveted award, the students also need your support for the People’s Choice Award. Members of the public have the power to choose the winner of this category and from May 9th-May 20th you can vote online for your favourite project at www.ecounesco.ie.

Mayo/Roscommon Hospice is calling for volunteers for National Sunflower Days which take place on June 8th and 9th this year. The foundation is currently looking forward to the completion of its hospice building in Castlebar early next year and with your support can also continue to provide local homecare palliative care services in the community. Volunteers are needed in all towns across Mayo and Roscommon to help at local stores. If you can give a few hours of your time on any of these days please call 094-9388666. Your support would be most appreciated.

Tea and coffee Morning for Cancer Support A Tea/Coffee Morning in aid of Roscommon Cancer Support Centre will take place in VTOS on Lanesboro Street, Roscommon town next Thursday (17th) from 11 am-1 pm. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

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Billy Hannon officially cuts the ribbon for the opening of the beautiful library in memory of Christy Hannon at CBS Roscommon last Saturday. Pic: Clare Frances Photography Christy Hannon’s family at the opening of the Christy Hannon Memorial Library at CBS Roscommon last Saturday. (Missing from photograph, Theresa Hannon) Pic: Clare Frances Photography

Past pupils and their families pictured at the 80th anniversary gathering at CBS Roscommon last Saturday. Pic: Clare Frances Photography

Community Groups turn out for the Roscommon PPN County Plenary Meeting in Strokestown Members of Roscommon Public Participation Network (PPN) attended the County Plenary in The Percy French Hotel, Strokestown on Thursday, April 12th. The PPN is a network of community and voluntary, social inclusion and environment organisations in Co. Roscommon. The network is coordinated by a Secretariat of 9 elected members. After a networking opportunity Secretariat member Vincent Moran opened the meeting and welcomed all groups representatives and thanked them for attending. Irish Rural Link (IRL) CEO, Seamus Boland was a guest speaker on the night and was first to address the Plenary. Mr. Boland spoke about the sustainable communities and the link between a good environment and agricultural livelihoods and social sustainability. Roscommon County Council Cathaoirleach Councillor Orla Leyden addressed the Plenary followed by an outline of the Town Teams initiative in Co. Roscommon by Colm Kelly, Roscommon County Council. PPN Resource Officer, Brenda McNicholas gave an update on the work of the PPN to date in 2018. All members were encouraged to express their interest in joining Linkage Groups for particular committees. Linkage Groups allow similarlyminded groups to select representatives to speak on their behalf at committee meetings and to also

report back on council decisions. At this point the 2018 workplan and account of expenditure for 2017 was ratified. Margaret Mulligan, a member of the Roscommon PPN Secretariat, informed the Plenary of the ongoing work in developing a wellbeing statement for the county, starting with the Boyle Municipal District. The last item on the agenda, a motion regarding elections to the Secretariat, was proposed by Roscommon Environment Network and seconded by Roscommon Women’s Network. The Plenary heard that as the wording would involve a change to the Constitution of the PPN, an extraordinary meeting of the Plenary would have to be called. A member of the Secretariat addressed the Plenary to inform them that the current constitution is under review and will be presented at the next Plenary meeting in September/October. The proposer and seconder of the motion were satisfied and agreed that they would discuss the motion further with the secretariat with a view to presenting it again at the next Plenary when the updates are ratified. * Roscommon PPN can be contacted on info@ roscommonppn.ie or 090-6665735/086-0478616 or at Unit 12, Tower B, Roscommon West Business Park, Golf Links Road, Roscommon. New groups can register on www.roscommonppn.ie

Fr. Michael Heffernan speaking at the 80th celebrations at CBS Roscommon last Saturday. Pic: Clare Frances Photography

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MODEL WAS Ford Focus 1.6TDICI S-T Line VW Jetta 2.0TDI T/L Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI VW Passat 1.6TDI Comfortline VW Jetta 2.0TDI VW Passat 2.0TDI 150BHP C/L Extras VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI Sport Toyota Avensis 1.6DSL Ford Mondeo 1.6DSL Seat Mii 1.0 5dr Skoda Superb 1.6TDI ( Leather) VW Passat 1.6TDI C/L Citroen C5 DSL VTR 1.6 VW Golf 1.6TDI VW Tiguan 2.0TDI Hyundai i30 1.6DSL Kia Sorento 2.0DSL 7 Seater VW Tiguan 2.0TDI Mitsubishi Lancer 1.8DSL Renault Captur 1.5DSL Renault Fluence 1.5DSL Hyundai i40 1.7DSL Kia C’eed 1.6DSL Renault Scenic 1.5DSL Ford Edge 1.6DSL VW Golf 1.6TDI Peugeot 207 1.4DSL VW Jetta 1.6TDI VW Passat 1.6TDI Mitsubishi Lancer 1.8DSL Ford Galaxy 1.6DSL 7 Seater Ford Galaxy 2.0TDI Automatic Toyota Avensis 2.0DSL Toyota Corolla 1.4 DSL Saloon VW Golf 1.6TDI Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2DSL 7 Seater

NOW €22,500 €18,500 €16,500 €22,500 €15,000 €20,000 €21,000 €18,500 €18,500 €7,000 €16,500 €16,500 €13,500 €14,500 €19,500 €14,500 €24,500 €15,500 €12,500 €14,950 €13,500 €11,500 €9,500 €8,500 €9,950 €12,500 €7,500 €10,000 €11,500 €12,500 €14,500 €16,000 €6,500 €9,000 €8,500 €13,500

YEAR MODEL WAS 2011 Mazda 6 2.0DSL 2010 VW Polo 1.0 5DR 2010 VW Golf 1.6TDI 2010 Ford Mondeo 1.8 2008 VW Golf 1.6TDI Plus 2004 VW Passat 1.9TDI Estate SKODA RANGE 171 Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI 161 Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI Style 161 Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI Estate 161 Skoda Superb 2.0TDI 150HP Ambition 151 Skoda Superb 1.6TDI 151 Skoda Fabia 1.0 5DR 151 Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI 151 Skoda Yeti 2.0TDI 142 Skoda Fabia 1.2 5DR 141 Skoda Superb 1.6TDI 141 Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI 2012 Skoda Superb 1.6TDI 2012 Skoda Fabia 1.2 5DR 2012 Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI 2012 Skoda Yeti 1.6TDI 2011 Skoda Octavia 1.6TDI COMMERCIAL RANGE 181 VW Touareg V6 2.0TDI 262HP A/T “R” Line 21”Wheels 181 VW Amarok 2.0TDI Trendline Extras 181 Mitsubishi L200 Automatic 161 VW Touareg V6 3.0TDI Automatic 5 Seater Comm 151 Toyota Landscruiser Crew Cab 2.0TDI V6 A/T 5 Seater 151 Mitsubishi L200 151 VW Amarok 2.0TDI 180HP Highline 151 VW Transporter 2.0TDI 140HP 6 Seater Kombi 2009 Ford Ranger Crew Cab 5 Seater 2008 VW Transporter LWB Kombi 6 Seater 2008 Kia Carnival 2.7DSL 5 Seater

NOW €10,500 €6,500 €7,500 €5,000 €5,500 €2,000 €19,500 €18,500 €21,500 €26,500 €18,500 €12,500 €16,500 €16,500 €10,500 €16,500 €13,500 €11,500 €9,500 €11,500 €13,500 €9,500 €55,000 + VAT €32,500 + VAT €30,000 + VAT €36,950 + VAT €28,861 + VAT €19,500 €22,500 + VAT €18,500 + VAT €8,500 €8,500 + VAT €6,500

YEAR MODEL WAS NOW 2007 Volkswagen Transporter LWB 2.5TDI Kombi 6 Seater €6,910 + VAT 2006 Nissan Pathfinder A/T 5 Seater €6,950 COMMERCIAL JEEP RANGE 171 Peugeot Partner 3 Seater Extras €11,500 162 Mitsubishi Pajero 3.2 SWB €29,500 161 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0DSL €18,293 + VAT 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0DSL €10,500 + VAT 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 3.2 €9,500 2007 Volkswagen Touareg TDI €6,500 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 3.2 Passenger €7,500 2007 VW Touareg Passenger €7,500 2006 Toyota Landcruiser LWB €8,500 2006 Toyota Landcruiser LWB passenger €9,500 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5TDI Sports €6,500 2005 Toyota Landcruiser LWB A/T €7,500 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5TDI SWB €4,500 AUTOMATIC CAR RANGE 161 VW Golf 1.6TDI SV Highline A/T €25,500 161 VW Passat 2.0TDI 150HP Highline Estate €27,500 161 VW Touareg V6 €36,500 + VAT 161 VW Jetta 2.0TDI Highline €21,500 161 VW Passat TDI Highline €20,500 152 VW Jetta 2.0TDI Highline €20,500 152 VW Golf 1.6TDI Comfortline €19,500 152 VW Passat 1.6DI Highline Leather A/T €19,500 151 VW Touran 1.6TDI Comfortline €22,500 151 VW Jetta 2.0TDI Comfortline €18,500 141 VW Passat 2.0TDI Highline Automatic €16,500 141 VW Golf 1.6TDI Highline Automatic €15,000 141 VW Golf 1.6 TDI Comfortline €15,000 131 Toyota RAV 4 DSL Automatic €16,500 2012 VW Golf 1.6 TDI Comfortline €12,500 2012 VW Tiguan 2.0TDI 140HP Sports 4X4 A/T €16,500 2012 VW Polo 1.4 5DR Comfortline €11,500 2010 Citroen Grand Picasso A/T €7,500 2009 Audi A6 2.0TDI A/T €8,500

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Launch of upgraded Cloonlarge Loop Walk in Kilteevan

Pictured at the launch of the Cloonlarge Loop Walk were members of Kilteevan Tidy Towns and Council personnel (l-r) John Mockler, Roscommon County Council, David Gibbons, Ray Clabby, Eileen Fahey, Hugh Brennan, Lena Coyle, Gertie Murphy, Fiona Kilmartin, Eugene Cummins, CEO, Roscommon County Council, Cllr. Orla Leyden, Chairperson of Roscommon County Council, Mattie Murphy, Marguerite Croghan, Barney Donlon and Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher. Picture: Andrew Fox

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n 2015 John Ryan and Dave Gleeson established Blackberry Hearing in Two Mile House, a small village outside Naas in Kildare.

The two were curious about the high cost of hearing aids and hearing solutions. They were also curious that, despite amazing and advancing hearing aid technology, many people had less than positive views about hearing aids. Despite what appeared to be the obvious advantages to wearing modern hearing aids for those with hearing loss, many where reluctant to try them out. With long and diverse business careers behind them, Dave and John started to research why this was so. After all, anyone who now had a problem with eyesight bought glasses or had laser surgery. Their research into this question led them to start Blackberry Hearing and they focussed on building the company without borrowing any practices from the existing industry for the following reasons. Customers found hearing aids to be expensive, indicative of aging and thought that hearing aidsmay not be as successful as they would like them to be. Dave and John established the following *

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Cllr. Orla Leyden, Cathaoirleach, Roscommon County Council, officially opened the upgraded Cloonlarge Loop Walk/Lúb Chluain Láir recently. Among those in attendance were Chief Executive Officer of Roscommon County Council Eugene Cummins and Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher. The project was funded under the Outdoor Recreation Fund as part of the Government Action Plan for Rural Development. Cllr. Leyden complimented Kilteevan Tidy Towns for their vision in developing the Loop. She said Roscommon Co. Council is very willing to get involved with community groups who are prepared to dedicate themselves to local projects. She was delighted to state that a section of Lúb Chluain Láir has been designated as the second family cycle route in County Roscommon. The 5km loop walk, with a 7km option, has a small carpark, a trail map, way markers, a tree trail, a picnic bench, resting points, information panels and a locally-made Turf Hopper. It also boasts quirky creative wood craft. Eileen Fahey, Chairperson, Kilteevan Tidy Towns said: “This project is a perfect example of a community group and a local authority pooling resources and working together for the benefit of all. From start to finish the project was a partnership between Kilteevan Community and Roscommon Co. Council”. Ms. Fahey thanked Roscommon Co. Council staff including John Mockler, Adrian Gorman, Eimear Dowd and Annette Donlon. She also thanked Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher, Aisling Dineen of Roscommon LEADER Partnership and Pat Hoey of Roscommon Signs, Roscommon People, Roscommon Herald, regular walkers and cyclists on the route, local residents and Kilteevan Tidy Towns Committee.

In response Blackberry Hearing set out to provide hearing aids on the following basis

Quality - World leading brand and models Prices - Signiﬁcantly reduced prices Transparency – Informing prospective customers of their options beforehand Simplicity – Making the process of testing and purchasing as simple as possible Professionalism – Only employing the best audiologists (BSc minimum, 4 years) Customer Care – A company ethos where no stone is left unturned to provide the best possible solution and follow up care Over three years later and now with thousands of customers, Blackberry Hearing continues to grow. The company is growing because it delivers on its promise - Life changing technology, at great prices, to assist people to hear fully, to participate in everyday life with their children, grandchildren, playmusic in a band, attendchurch or socialise in the local pub. How does Blackberry Hearing know if they have achieved their objectives? By listening to the company’s customers. Hundreds of validated customer testimonials are left on Facebook alone. Most of these validated testimonials can be viewed on www.blackberryhearing.com/testimonials.

Pictured at the launch of the Cloonlarge Loop Walk were Eileen Fahey, Kilteevan Tidy Towns, John Mockler, Roscommon County Council, Catherine Seale, Roscommon County Council, Cllr. Orla Leyden, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, John Devaney, Inland Fisheries Ireland and Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has claimed that two young people, one of whom has disabilities, were held hostage during the bank robbery in Strokestown last month. Deputy Murphy raised the matter with the Minister for Justice, Charlie Flanagan during Questions on Promised Legislation in the Dáil on Tuesday while calling on the Government to provide more Gardaí for rural areas. “In a Programme for a Partnership Government, it was announced that there would be an extra 1,100 members of the Gardaí. I welcome that this is happening throughout the country and in my own constituency. However, counties like Roscommon are far below where they were. We have lost five Garda stations and we

still have a major issue with policing. “About two weeks ago in Strokestown, a daring robbery took place at the Bank of Ireland. It has now emerged that two young people, one of them with disabilities, were held hostage for quite some time. This is shocking. “While the efforts of local Gardaí were outstanding, these culprits got away. There is no sign of them and nothing has happened. I ask the Minister to look into exactly what happened and the full facts of the robbery. I ask him also to ensure we get more Gardaí on the beat in all of our counties and towns, in particular Roscommon and Strokestown,” said Deputy Murphy. Deputy Murphy went to state that only 15 new Garda recruits had been assigned to the Roscommon/Longford division since 2015.

Roscommon People Friday 11 May 2018

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Major machinery/car auction in Athleague Connaughton Auctioneers are holding a Machinery/Car Auction on Saturday, 12th of May at 12 o’clock in Athleague Village in The Fair Green (adjacent to the Church). With an extensive marketing campaign both locally and nationally to attract sellers and buyers from near and far, Connaughton Auctioneers are delighted to report considerable interest with over 200 lots entered to date, including c.30 lots from Roscommon County Council. Auctioneer on the day is Matthew Donnellan, renowned Livestock/ Machinery Auctioneer. Matthew

has previously carried out similar auctions in the Midlands, West and Northern Region. A marquee has been hired for the

day to ensure the auction proceeds irrespective of the weather. Catering facilities will be in place including tea/coffee and hot food.

Machinery & Car Auction

Entry to the auction is free, there is no registration fee for lots and as always with Connaughton Auctioneers if there is no sale, there will be no fee. Anyone wishing to enter lots for the auction must contact the office on 090-6663700 as early as possible to avoid disappointment. A link to the auction is on our website http://connaughtonauctioneers. ie/auctions/and will include details/pictures of lots as they are entered. The pictures will also be included on our Facebook page and newspapers right up to auction day.

PSRA Licence No. 001350

THIS Saturday, 12th May 2018 090-6663700 in ATHLEAGUE VILLAGE (beside Church) at 12 noon SHARP Lots On Behalf of Roscommon County Council • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

00 Mercedes 18 Ton Tipper Truck 00 Mercedes 18 Ton Tipper Truck 00 Mercedes 18 Ton Tipper Truck McConnell Hedgecutter Diesel Generator 05 Mercedes Van 3.5 Ton GVW 07 Mitsubishi 3.5 Ton 07 Mitsubishi 3.5 Ton 06 Mercedes 3.5 Ton Van Power Box Ifor Williams 10x6 ft Tipper Trailer Ifor Williams 10x5 ft Trailer Nugent Car Trailer Westwood 10x5 ft Trailer Tar Patching Unit 1 Tar Patching Unit 2 Tar Patching Unit 3 Snow Plough 1 Snow Plough 2 Mitas 520/70R38 80% Pair of Goodyear tyres 470/70R38 30% Stoll front loader Front bucket with loader Electric Panels Old Water pumps Portacabin Semi-Automatic tail gritter 1 Semi-Automatic tail gritter 2 Small New Holland tractor with sprayer Ride on lawn mower Electric saw 3 phase Maypole trailer Head off 2015 spearhead hedgecutter 10 x front weights for tractor

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8x4 2 cow trailer Verge trimmer 4 in 1 6 ft front bucket 2 used rear tractor tyres 1 used rear tractor tyre 2 used front tractor tyres Front PTO for Ford/New Holland 10/40 series 2013 Teleporter 540/135 2006 JCB Teleporter 540/140 2016 8x5 ft Aerlite Car Trailer with Sheep Deck 2015 10x6.6 ft Ifor Williams Flat Trailer YES 400 Litre Sprayer Beet Chopper, PTO Driven 2004 1.6 Ford C-Max petrol, excellent condition 7x3 Wooden Car Trailer Rowing Boat Car Trailer 152cm x 102 cm, new tyres plus Spare wheel Jim Hughes trailer Welger AP61 Square Bailer Ride on Lawn Mower Seat 162 Reg Car Caravan Water Cooler Patio Heater Ifor Williams Trailer Tipper Trailer Cattle Trailer 18ft x 8ft Tipper Trailer Wurzburg Germany, 15HP Generator Castor Ride On Lawn Mower

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Chest of drawer tool box full of tools, brand new Rotary Mower, perfect working order 2012 Red Caddy Van 4 x Caddy Wheel Trims 3 Bay Hayshed & Lean to Teagle Super Tether 160 General Purpose Trailer 10x5 Double Horse Box Ifor Williams 505 Circular PTO driven saw for tractor Tractor Drawing 16 Ton Chieftan Low Loader 7 Ft Fleming Powerbox Chieftan Blockgrab 4300 Tractor & Springarrow 8ft Land Roller, PWO 6ft Fully Offset Topper Small dumper Trailer – Paddy Fitzgerald 4 Wheel Sheep Trailer Drill Plough 04 Nissan Almera 1.5 Petrol - Good Condition, 150,000 MLS 05 Toyota Avensis 1.6 Petrol - Good condition, 310,000 KMS 10x6ft Turf Trailer Nugent Power Box Vicon Spreader Ferguson TVO 1949 - Perfect running order, good condition, fully history, tax book and manual Flat bodied Trailer (Non Tip) Sprayer for quad Back box for quad Petrol Power Washer Briggs & Stratton 6 Horse Power Push Lawn Mower 10x5 Livestock Trailer Double Chamber Hydraulic Bailing Machine Ride on Lawnmower Trailer for Quad Quad Bike Skoda Superb Combi 2011, 140BHP, NCT 01/19, 1000532 KMS Peugeot Partner Van 2013, 78033 KMS, CVRT 07/18 8x4 sheep/cow trailer Round bale lifter Round feeder (26 head) Suitable for sheep & calves 00 Golf Convertible 1.8 Petrol, 108,000 Miles, NCT 02/19 14x7 Transit Drop Side body electric tail lift Probst Block Grab Probst Block Grab Manual Quick Coupler to suit 8 ton digger Manual Quick Coupler to suit 8 ton digger Manual Quick Coupler to suit 8 ton digger Manual Quick Coupler to suit 8 ton digger Manual Quick Coupler to suit 8 ton digger Manual Quick Coupler to suit 8 ton digger Hydraulic quick coupler to suit 13 ton excavator (unused) Hydraulic quick coupler to suit 13 ton excavator (unused) Hydraulic quick coupler for Hitachi 5 ton New Geith 48” digging bucket to suit 13 ton machine New Geith 24” digging bucket to suit 13 ton excavator New JCB 2180 HM Rock breaker 20-30 ton excavator, 1800KG. Complete with gas kit and auto greaser. Low loader Mercedes Car

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Skoda Octavia Ford Focus Bale Splitter Can be used on front loader (Euro Brackets) or lift arms Two horse stable stepl Doors Insert for Pajero Jeep Quicke 2000 JCB Teleporter 537/135 Car Transporter 42 RN Vintage Tractor K-Two Airo 185 Swaithwilter Bale Spike Bale Spike Diesel Tank Plastic container for carrying stakes on quad 10 x steel uprights for cattle pen with 14 lengths Kia Sorento 2.5 Litre Commercial Jeep. Small problem with engine 165 Drum Mower for Tractor Land Roller Mare & Foal Horse Box Muck Spreader Rainbow Engineer Post Driver Hi Spec 8ft Trailed Topper Belmae 750 Muckspreader Plantmec 600 Agitator Ford Transit with Luton Box Body. Twin Wheel, 2.4 Diesel, 110,000 Miles, O2 reg Skoda Octavia, 1.9 Diesel, Low Miles. Reg: 06 D 40119 20 Circular Cattle Feeder Gas heater without cylinder 1 x Mountain Bike 1 x Mountain Bike 131 Mercedes C Class Sport Plus,Black, AMG 220CDI, 99,000 Miles 2009 Mercedes 220 CDI, Black, 150,000 Miles 131 Ford Mondeo Eco, White, 1.6L Diesel, 82,000 Miles 131 Ford Mondeo Eco, Silver, 1.6L Diesel, 86,000 Miles 131 VW Passat Highline, Grey, 2.0 Diesel, 166,000 Miles Full leather interior 09 Ford Mondeo TDCI, Marooon, 2.0 L, 186,000 Miles 131 Ford Mondeo Eco, Grey, 1.6L Diesel, 150,000 Miles Lelly Disc Mower 6ft Bale Lifter Bale Spike Grape for Ferguson 80 Front Loader Bracket for end loader to fit Ferguson 80 Splash plate and pipe for slurry tanker 03 Ford Focus 1.8 Diesel, NCT April 2019, Black 2 cow car trailer Single horse box, rear and side loading Tractor sprayer Tractor Topper Double Horse Box 5x6 Drum Mower Tractor Tyres Timber Tractor Trailer 03 Toyota Corolla, red, 1.4 Petrol saloon. NCT Jul 18 2 x Tractor Tyres Sarmax 420x70x28 2 x brand new 520x70x30 tyres 4 x 19.5x24 Michelin used tyres 1 x 540x65x28 Michelin used tyres Rotor 5 disc mower 07 Mazda 2, Black, Diesel, NCT April 19 *All above lots are subject to change * ** Additional lots will be included in brochure **

All lots entered into the auction can be dropped off to the auction site from 9 am on Friday, 11th of May (up to 10 am on Saturday morning). Any lot withdrawn from auction, not sold or purchased must be removed from the site by 8 pm on auction day unless alternative arrangements are agreed with the auctioneer. We will have full security on site throughout this period. If you require any additional information including fees, contact the office on 090-6663700 or email info@ivanconnaughton.com.

Hopkins welcomes funding boost in war on litter Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins has welcomed a funding allocation of €60,666 to tackle illegal dumping in Co. Roscommon. Senator Hopkins, who said she has been campaigning consistently for more such funding, said there are now a number of litter blackspots in the county. She said: “In many cases, it is too difficult and dangerous for volunteers to remove the litter. It is therefore positive that this funding has been made available to fund Roscommon County Council to remove this litter. “This Anti-Dumping Initiative funding will assist greatly in the constant struggle against this irresponsible behaviour”. In Roscommon, 16 projects will receive funding including local clean-ups at blackspots in Frenchpark, Athlone, Strokestown, Edmonstown, Ballaghaderreen, Gortaganny and others as well as the development of an awareness campaign and the purchase of new equipment. The scope of the projects include the removal of illegal waste from across the county including household bulky waste initiatives, including mattress/couch amnesties; awareness campaigns; preventative measures including the installation of signage and fencing; surveillance operations (CCTV, drone and trail surveillance); SMART enforcement equipment and resources for waste enforcement officers. A further allocation has been pledged to local authorities of €19,000 to tackle graffiti, dog fouling and litter in Co. Roscommon.

Ellie Anne Beades pictured at Roscommon Lamb Festival last weekend. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh.

Roscommon People Friday 11 May 2018

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Looking to change your car? We’re located in the town of Headford in Co. Galway, about 15 minutes’ drive from both Tuam and Galway city. The business was set up by Patrick Forde, who has twenty years’ experience in the motor trade industry. It’s a family-run business. It’s an accessible garage, with excellent parking and friendly staff!

ALL MAKES & MODELS AVAILABLE We can source any car, jeep or van

CALL TO FORDE MOTORS IN HEADFORD! Forde Motors in Headford, Co. Galway is a successful familyrun business offering a great range of used/second-hand cars for prospective purchasers! The customer-friendly business is now managed by a man from Roscommon People heartland! Raymond Kelly, who is Manager/Head of Sales at Forde Motors, is a native of Keelogues, Creggs. Raymond (26) is a son of John and Kitsy Kelly, and from a family that is very well-known in Creggs and surrounding

areas. His father, John, is a very familiar face at local marts and in farming, political and community circles. His mother, Kitsy, is well-known in country music circles and indeed in the local community. This week the Roscommon People spoke to Raymond Kelly about a particularly busy year at Forde Motors. Roscommon People (RP): Raymond, can you give some background on Forde Motors to our readers? Raymond Kelly (RK):

RP: Great…and it’s all secondhand vehicles that you stock and sell? RK: Yes, and all our cars are hand-picked and carefully inspected by us. We have a great relationship with dealers in Galway city so we invariably get great vehicles and have a great selection for our customers. RP: Can you give us an indication of the typical range of cars? RK: We have a wide variety of cars at any one time…Toyota, Ford, VW, Audi, Mercedes, BMW, etc. We also stock jeeps at times. We take trade-ins, of course. So please call in and see what we have in stock and we’ll be delighted to answer all your queries!

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We have a great relationship with dealers in Galway city so we have a great selection of cars, says Creggs native, RAYMOND KELLY, Head of Sales at Forde Motors

RP: How has business been so far this year? RK: It’s actually been very busy this year. I put that down to people increasingly seeing the value for money in purchasing used cars. RP: What’s your own personal and career background, Raymond? RK: Well, as we were saying, I’m a native of Creggs. A lot of people would know my parents, I guess. I’m still very connected with Creggs and Glinsk of course and I’d be a big rugby supporter to the present day. A lot of my friends are playing rugby with Creggs. I’d know everyone in Creggs I suppose and I’d love to see people from Roscommon and East Galway calling in to see us in Forde Motors! Careerwise, I have vast experience in sales and management in the motor industry. I started out as a rep and now I’m Manager and Head of Sales here. RP: So people can find you

Raymond Kelly, who is Manager/Head of Sales at Forde Motors, is a native of Keelogues, Creggs. Raymond (26) is a son of John and Kitsy Kelly, and from a family that is very well-known in Creggs in Headford…and hopefully make a purchase! What can they expect on calling to Forde Motors? RK: Well, we’re very experienced here at what we do, and I’d like to think we’re friendly, knowledgeable and eager to please. We know what we’re at, we have a great range of cars and we’d be delighted to meet with and discuss the needs of people who are on the look-out for a purchase. As I was saying earlier, in what are still challenging times, people are looking for

value…and people appreciate the wisdom of buying good second-hand cars. RP: Before we finish, some ‘housekeeping’…what are your opening hours and how can readers contact Raymond Kelly/Forde Motors? RK: We’re open from 9 am to 6 pm, Monday-Friday inclusive and from 9 am to 5 pm on Saturdays. You can call 087-4381844/email fordemotorsgalway@gmail. com. We’ll be delighted to see you!

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ALL MAKES & MODELS AVAILABLE We can source any car, jeep or van YEAR

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Renault Skoda Ford Toyota Nissan Vauxhall BMW BMW Toyota Hyundai Ford Nissan Mercedes-Benz Peugeot Citroen Ford Audi Citroen Volkswagen Ford Citroen Toyota Toyota Volkswagen Vauxhall Mercedes-Benz Toyota Toyota Volkswagen Honda Toyota Ford Toyota Peugeot Ford Ford Toyota Toyota

Captur Fabia Focus Corolla Juke Astra 3-Series 5-Series Corolla I30 S-MAX Qashqai E-Class 207 C5 Focus A6 C4 Grand Picasso Passat Mondeo C4 Avensis Corolla Polo Astra C-Class Auris Avensis Passat Accord Avensis Focus Yaris 407 C-MAX Focus Yaris Yaris

1.5 1.6 1.6 1.4 1.6 1.7 2.0 3.0 1.4 1.6 1.8 1.5 2.1 1.4 1.6 1.6 2.0 1.6 1.6 1.8 1.6 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.8 1.8 1.4 2.0 1.9 2.2 1.6 1.6 1.0 2.0 1.6 1.4 1.0 1.0

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Cloughanover, Headford, Galway. Phone 0874381844 Email: fordemotorsgalway@gmail.com

ALL MAKES & MODELS AVAILABLE We can source any car, jeep or van

Roscommon People Friday 11 May 2018

FarmingPeople Castlerea Co-operative ve Livestock Mart Ltd. TELEPHONE: 094 9620300 email: info@castlerealivestockmart.com web: www.castlerealivestockmart.com PROPERTY SERVICES PROVIDERS LICENCE NO. 002249

THURSDAY 10TH MAY:

SALE OF HEIFERS, COWS, CALVES, RUNNERS AND WEANLINGS SATURDAY 12TH MAY:

HORSE SALE (PLEASE NOTE ALL HORSES PRESENTED FOR SALE MUST HAVE PROPER IDENTIFICATION). MONDAY 14TH MAY:

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SALE OF BULLOCKS, HEIFERS, COWS, CALVES, RUNNERS AND WEANLINGS PLEASE NOTE THAT SELLERS ARE ADVISED TO HAVE STOCK PENNED BEFORE 10.30 A.M. IN ORDER TO FACILITATE VIEWING TIME FOR ENQUIRIES CONTACT MART OFFICE OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

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Pictured at the launch of the 2018 FBD Young Farmer of the Year in association with the IFA were current Young Farmer of the Year, PJ O’Keeffe from Callan Macra, Kilkenny; Carolyn O’Hara, Head of Sales, Munster FBD Insurance; Stewart Gavin, Farm Underwriting Manager, FBD Insurance; James Healy, National President of Macra na Feirme and IFA National President, Joe Healy.

Who will be ‘Young Farmer of the Year’? The search is on for the 20th FBD Young Farmer of the Year. Organised by Macra na Feirme and supported by the IFA there are six additional awards on offer alongside the main prize in this landmark year for the event. This year there are awards for the Best Emerging Female Farmer,

Best Emerging Male Farmer along with awards in Land Mobility and Farm Collaboration. The Land Mobility Award will focus on farmers who display innovative solutions to accessing and utilising land for farming. There are further awards too! The winner of the 2018 FBD

Young Farmer of the Year will receive a travel bursary and the opportunity to experience farm practices abroad, while also developing their skills. As in previous years, all county winners will also receive an award. You can nominate a young farmer for one of the categories

or you can enter yourself by visiting macra.ie. The closing date for applications is Friday, May 18th. County rounds must be completed by June 18th and Semi Finals will be held on July 18th, the final will take place on Tuesday, September 11th in the FBD Castleknock Hotel, Dublin.

Roscommon People MART WATCH Roscommon Mart sample prices Dry cows Char X 835kgs €1760, Char X 820kgs €1755, Lim 750kgs €1680, Fr 710kgs €1150, Lim X 540kgs €1020, BBX 630kgs €1130, SIX 625kgs €1210, Lim X 575kgs €1365, Lim 580kgs €1160, PTX 590kgs €1275 Lim X 585kgs €1150, Lim 535kgs €1080.

Heifers 2 Char X 520kgs €1360, Lim X 530kgs €1320, Lim X 510kgs €1300, Lim X 570kgs €1300, AAX 600kgs €1240, Lim X 495kgs €1205, Lim 530kgs €1140, Simm X 505kgs €1100, BAX 430kgs €1075, 2 Lim X 390kgs €1000, AAX 475kgs €950, BAX 415kgs €920,

Lim X 340kgs €780, Lim X 350kgs €830, Char X 320kgs €880.

Bullocks Char X 920kgs €2250, Char X 705kgs €1750, Char 625kgs €1730, 2 Char 655kgs €1690, Simm X 685kgs €1580, 2 AAX 667kgs €1570, BBX 660kgs €1550, BBX 585kgs €1535, 5 Char X 497 €1545, Lim 500kgs €1540, 6 Lim X 452kgs €1500, 2 Lim X 442kgs €1485, 6 Char X 430kgs €1425, Char X 425kgs €1340, 4 Char X 421kgs €1375, Char X 570kgs €1435, AAX 590kgs €1390, Char X 445kgs €1125, Lim X 390kgs €920, Char X 355kgs €900, 3 Char X 420kgs €1210.

Manager’s report… Brendan Egan, Castlerea Mart “Large numbers of stock presented for sale last week and grass buyers who had held off sourcing stock due to weather conditions were very active with the better quality stores showing price improvement. “Heifers in particular were a lively trade while the weanling trade with strong export demand reported good clearances. The dry cow trade reported strong demand again last week while the breeding stock and calf trade remained firm. “Cows with calves at foot ranged in prices from €1075 to €2010 per head. Springers ranged in price from €1050 to €1400 per head. “Angus and Hereford cross calves ranged in price from €130 to €300. Dairy cross types made from €20 to €140 with continentals making up to €455. Runners made form €380 to €685 per head. “There were 200 bullocks on offer on April 30th, making from €300 to €1100 over their weight with an average price of €678 over paid. Trade remains strong especially for the forward quality stores. “Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (Thursday) with our sale of heifers, cows, calves/runners and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am”.

Manager’s report… Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There were good numbers on offer at last Friday’s sale. There was an excellent demand for bullocks with averages of €2.57 per kilo up to €3.36 per kilo with a super Char X bullock weighing 920kgs fetching €2250 or €1330 over its weight. There was also a lively trade for heifers with lots making from €2.36 per kilo up to €2.75 per kilo. “Once again this week there was a large entry of dry cows with prices ranging from €1.83 per kilo up to €2.37 per kilo. There was a good demand for all stock with farmers and agents very active. “The mart will host a special sale of heifers this Friday (11th) at 11 am. There will be 50 pens on offer as well as bullocks and dry cows. There will also be mid-May special sale of bullocks on Friday, May 18th at 11 am. Bookings accepted up to 5 pm today (Thursday 10th). “There will also be 140 Simmental X Breeding Heifers availble at 5 pm on the day with viewing from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm and a show of 25 Pedigree Simmental Bulls at 6 pm. Sale at 8 pm”.

Castlerea Mart sample prices Heifers Lm 380kgs €1155, SI 410kgs €1110, CH 410kgs €1095, lm 480kgs €1420, Ch 490kgs €1330, Lm 450kgs €1305, Ch 600kgs €1725, Lm 630kgs €1655, Lm 530kgs €1490.

Dry cows Ch 830kgs €1855, AA 870kgs €1700, Lm 850kgs €1615, BBx 720kgs €1595, Lm 785kgs €1585.

Weanling bulls Lm 295kgs €1005, Ch 285kgs

€1090, Lm 295kgs €970, Ch 280kgs €890, Ch 335kgs €1290, Ch 385kgs €1160, Ch 455kgs €1155.

Weanling heifers Ch 290kgs €970, Ch 260kgs 860, Sim 280kgs €945, Chx 375kgs €1230, Lm 300kgs €1080, Lm 330kgs €1005, AAx 495kgs €1275, Lm 460kgs €1250, Lm 520kgs €1390, AA 545kgs €1360, Ch 515kgs €1305, Lm 570kgs €1480, Lm 555kgs €1410, Ch 630kgs €1730, Ch 610kgs €1605.

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Kilrooskey’s two rare tractor treasures!  DAN DOONER

Most sheds across the country feature the same old items; gardening equipment, bicycles, the odd rusty wheelbarrow and the other forgotten products that are occasionally dragged out when the sun shines. The Monaghans’ shed in Kilrooskey is an entirely different matter however, as it features two beautifully refurbished David Brown tractors, which were originally manufactured in the 1960s. Michael Monaghan and his sons, Paul and John, have worked together to refurbish old machines over the past number of years and boast over ten restorations, including vintage cars. Michael started in the late 1970s and has since passed down the passion to his sons. John says it has become an all-consuming hobby.

“He (Michael) started in the late 1970s, early ‘80s, but it really took off in the ‘90s here. My first project was an old Ford Anglia when I was 16. I’m a Garda in Mullingar so this is a hobby but something that we really enjoy. Myself and my brother Paul got the bug from our father!” Paul provided some background into the origins of the two very rare machines. “The tractors were widely used in Ireland and the UK by tillage farmers for ploughing, harrowing and that. My father Michael purchased the red implematic 880 in Cavan back in 1990 for a small fee. It originally came from the famous David Brown factory in Meltham Mills in Huddersfield. “John started to restore the machine in September 2015 with the aim of returning it to its former

glory. It involved a massive amount of time, dedication and commitment but it was fully completed in March 2017,” he said. John highlighted just how rare the red model is: “The 3 cyclinder version is extremely rare. Only 6,520 of these were manufactured so you couldn’t put a price on this”. Paul himself purchased the white selectamatic 880 in Sixmilebridge, Co. Clare in May 2017, not long after the newly-restored red machine had been unveiled. First manufactured in 1966 and powered by a 44 HP engine until 1971, 33,378 units of this particular model were manufactured. Paul started the restoration that May and, following a painstaking summer of time and dedication, unveiled the finished article in September of that year.

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John and Paul have had the pleasure of driving the refurbished tractors at both the Lanesboro St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Roscommon Easter Parade this year, and they hope to be able to exhibit them at future events around the county. The brothers were very grateful for all the help they have received in breathing new life into the old machines. “We both wish to pay a special thank you to both Joe Coyle and our father, Michael Monaghan for their time, dedication, patience and support throughout our David Brown restoration projects. We will continue to bring both tractors to shows, parades and other events in the future along with restoring more David Brown tractors to build our collection,” said Paul.

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People NEWS Celebrating the life of Canon Liz McElhinney Kilbride Community Centre will play host to a special evening to celebrate the life and ministry of Canon Liz McElhinney on Friday, May 18th, starting at 8 pm. The event will feature readings from a selection of Liz’s inspirational poems by the internationally acclaimed actor, Ian McElhinney. There will also be musical contributions from the Convent of Mercy school choir; Cor Comain, conducted by Derek Mahady; soloist Nicola Brown and a traditional music group led by Revd. Sean Hanily. The former Bishop of the Diocese, Ken Clarke, will compere for the evening and the accompanist will be Carl McCambley, Musical Director of Shankill Parish, Lurgan. Liz was widely known and greatly loved across the Diocese of Kilmore, Elphin and Ardagh where she grew up and ministered. Following her retirement, Liz spent three years ministering fortnightly in Cavan before returning to Roscommon as Priest-in-charge. Liz was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in May 2015 in Roscommon and returned to Lurgan where she focussed on writing reflective and inspirational poetry. These poems will form a core part of the concert and 20 of them have been turned into a collection called ‘Solid Joys Last Treasure’. The collection, which will include illustrations by Liz’s son David, will be included in the admission charge of €10 next Friday evening. All proceeds for the event will go to support the work of the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. This is a special evening not to be missed.

Lough Key Classic Cycling Sportive is this Sunday Final arrangements are being put in place for this Sunday’s Lough Key Classic Cycling Sportive which will start and finish in Boyle, Co. Roscommon. Organised by local cycling club Curlieu Wheelers, the event will cover two distances – 120k for the more experienced cyclist and 70k for those who like a challenge. The 120k cycle sees riders leave Boyle at exactly 9 am and the 70k route will see riders leave Boyle at exactly 10 am. A welcome cup of tea will be available before the event in the Classic HQ in the Sports Complex where there will be adequate, secure parking and hot showers available. A hot meal will also be served following the event. Participants for all routes can register at the Sports Complex in the grounds of Abbey Community College in Boyle on Saturday (12th) from 6 pm-7 pm and on Sunday (13th) from 7.30 am-8.45 am for 120k riders and until 9.45 am for 70k. Entry is €20 for Cycling Ireland members and €25 for non Cycling Ireland members. Last year’s successful event saw donations being made to a number of local charities. It is hoped to make similar donations again following this year’s event.

Members of Kilbride Defibrillator Group pictured outside Kilbride Community Centre (l-r) Kathleen O’Grady (secretary), Ita Kelly (instructor), Margaret Treacy (courses coordinator), Liam Tully (chairperson) and Brendan Collins (treasurer). Picture: Andrew Fox

Volunteers keeping Kilbride ‘HeartSafe’  DAN DOONER

The idea of setting up a defibrillator project in the parish of Kilbride was first raised in 2007 by Kilbride No Name Club. The idea was to provide a defibrillator for Kilbride Community Centre due to the large number of people who made use of the facility on a daily basis. A public meeting was called for November 5th, 2007 and at that meeting the Kilbride Defibrillator Committee was established. Since then, the hard-working group of volunteers has gone from strength to strength and is now responsible for 12 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) located at strategic points throughout the parish. Kathleen O’Grady is the secretary of the committee under the chairmanship of Liam Tully.

Just some of the members of Kilbride Defibrillator Group pictured at Kilbride Community Centre recently. Back row (l-r): Seán Carroll, Margaret Treacy (courses coordinator), Ita Kelly (instructor), Tom Garvey (coordinator), Margaret Lohan, Margaret Fannon and Anthony Shally (assistant treasurer). Front row (l-r): Kathleen O’Grady (secretary), Liam Tully (chairperson) and Brendan Collins (treasurer). Picture: Andrew Fox

Kathleen is also an instructor alongside Ita Kelly and she believes the voluntary work carried out by members is vital. “It was Kilbride No Name Club that first mooted the project for the community centre because we had large numbers in there every day. “Following research, fundraising and hard work carried out by the newly-formed committee, twelve defibrillators were procured for the parish”. Over €26,000 was raised from groups, businesses and households in the parish and The Defibrillator Project was launched in February 2008. Kathleen said that currently there are over 200 parishioners trained in the use of defibrillators and that training is refreshed every six months. She highlighted the importance

of having a strong committee and “following up on the initial idea” in order to maintain the defibrillators and the training courses required to use them. “At the time the group was set up there was a lot of national awareness (about sudden cardiac deaths) and so we felt this could happen to anyone. So the defibrillators provide peace of mind for people in the parish. They are distributed evenly throughout the parish and there are people with defibrillator training in each area,” Kathleen added. Due to the continued hard work of the committee, the parish of Kilbride is now a ‘HeartSafe Community’ according to the Irish Heart Foundation. Following training with Eunice Langley of DARA Rooskey, the committee became self-sufficient in August 2008 with two trainers

and new equipment. The voluntary committee has continued to provide training courses and certificates are issued through the Irish Heart Foundation. Kathleen says the committee has become an important fixture at the heart of Kilbride and even contributed to the parish winning a Pride of Place award in 2009. She was also thankful to the local community for all its support over the last ten years. “Components on the devices need to be replaced so we go fundraising every two years. The people are always very good and we get a fantastic response”. Looking ahead to the future, the Heart Safe surrounds of Kilbride are in equally safe hands as the defibrillator committee continues in its efforts to raise awareness and first responder skills levels throughout the parish.

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Mundy, Don Baker, Sean Keane and many more stars for Boyle! Countdown to Boyle Arts Festival 2018! The countdown for the nationally acclaimed Boyle Arts Festival has started. BAF 2018 will open on July 19th and continue until July 28th. There are almost fifty events to choose from in the ten-day calendar of art, music, drama, film, comedy, spoken word, children’s events, workshops and literature. The official Boyle Arts Festival programme will be launched in a few weeks’ time and while the festival office will not be open until July, you can still beat the rush by simply logging on to www.boylearts.com to view some of the headline artists already announced. Tickets for a selection of events are now available to purchase online and you can do this by going to www. eventbrite.ie and searching for Boyle Arts Festival. Some of the headline artists this year include: Celine Byrne, Ham Sandwich, New Airs, Mundy, The Don Baker & Rob Strong Band, Sean Keane, James Carty, Leonie McDonagh and Mongrel State to name a few. The committee wishes to thank their local sponsors for their ongoing generous support. “If you would like to become a sponsor and have not received one of our letters, please contact info@ boylearts.com. Friday, May 11th is the last date for receipt of sponsorship and inclusion in our programme, which will go to print shortly”. For more information on Boyle Arts Festival 2018 please go to www.boylearts.com, www.eventbrite.ie or email info@boylearts.com. Boyle Arts Festival is supported by The Arts Council, Fáilte Ireland, Local businesses and Roscommon Co. Council.

A taste of ‘autumn’ this summer at Arts Centre Roscommon Arts Centre is delighted to announce awardwinning novelist Kevin Barry’s Autumn Royal will close its national tour at the venue on June 1st and 2nd. Following last year’s sell-out shows in The Everyman in Cork, Autumn Royal takes to the road this summer, stopping off at the arts centre for two performances – and this is one piece of theatre you don’t want to miss! Starring Siobhan McSweeney and Peter Campion, who recently starred in the hilarious Channel 4 hit show ‘Derry Girls’, Siobhan

as the hilarious Sister Michael and Peter as the ‘sexy priest’ Father Peter, Autumn Royal is the recent winner of BBC NI Best Radio Drama at the 2017 Stuart Parker Trust Awards. Written by Kevin Barry, whose works include ‘Beatlebone’ and ‘City of Bohane’, this is Barry’s first piece written originally for stage and was acclaimed by critics and the public alike during its world premiere run at The Everyman in 2017. May (Siobhan) and Timothy (Peter Campion) are looking after the father – the father has long since taken to the bed. Their

own lives are curtailed, closed down, and they’re not getting any younger. Should they stay or should they go? A dark, dark comedy, set on the northside of Cork city, Autumn Royal is a play about life and death, love and hate, hysterical dependency, jealousy, rage, horror, and homicidal notions – or, in other words, a play about family! Tickets are on sale now from Roscommon Arts Centre’s box office on 090-6625824 and from www.roscommonartscentre.ie.

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WeekendPeople SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION Forty days after the Resurrection – according to the Book of the Acts of the Apostles – Jesus ascended into Heaven, that is he returned to the Father, by whom he had been sent into the world. In many countries this mystery is celebrated not on Thursday but today, the following Sunday. The Ascension of the Lord marks the fulfillment of salvation that started with the Incarnation. After he had instructed his disciples for the last time, Jesus was taken up into Heaven (cf. Mk 16:19). He, however, “was not separated from our condition” (cf. Preface); indeed, in his humanity, he took man with him into the intimacy of the Father and thus revealed the final destination of our earthly pilgrimage. As he descended from Heaven for us, and for us suffered and died on the Cross, so for us he rose and ascended to God, who, therefore, is no longer far away. St. Leo the Great explains that with this mystery “not only is the immortality of the soul proclaimed, but also that of the body. Today in fact, not only are we confirmed as possessors of paradise, but in Christ have also penetrated the heights of Heaven” (De Ascensione Domini, Tractatus 73, 2.4: CCL 138 A, 451.453). This is why the disciples, when they saw the Master rise from the ground and ascend upwards, they were not disheartened, as one might expect, instead, they were overcome with joy and felt compelled to proclaim Christ’s victory over death (cf. Mk 16:20). And the Risen Lord worked in each of them, bestowing on each his own charism. St Paul writes further: “He gave gifts to men... and his gifts were that some should be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers...for building up of the body of Christ...to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ” (Eph 4:8, 11-13). Dear friends, the Ascension tells us that in Christ our humanity is brought to the heights of God; thus, every time we pray, earth is united to Heaven. And like incense, burning, its scent is carried on high, hence, when we raise our prayer to the Lord with confidence in Christ, it travels across Heaven and reaches God himself and is heard and answered by Him. In the wellknown work by St John of the Cross, The Ascent of Mount Carmel, we read that “in order to obtain the fulfilment of the petitions which we have in our hearts, there is no better way than to direct the energy of our prayer to the thing that most pleases God. For then not only will He give that which we ask of Him, which is salvation, but also that which He sees to be fitting and good for us, although we pray not for it” (Book III, ch. 44, n. 2). Finally let us beseech the Virgin Mary, that she may help us to contemplate the heavenly goods, which the Lord promises us, and to become ever more credible witnesses of his Resurrection, of true Life. – Pope Benedict XVI, Angelus, Rome May, 20th 2012; (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)

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Football, and the game of life: A tale of two legendary managers Sometimes, in my deeper moments (not too many of them) I have a look at myself and I wonder if sport plays too big a part in my life, because, in truth, almost all of my interests involve some kind of sporting activity. For example, nowadays I rely on a bit of walking, and even less golfing, (although I intend to change that this year) for my physical exercise, but the truth is that I have a ridiculous interest in every sport, from GAA to rugby to soccer – which isn’t too bad – but tennis, snooker, golf, athletics, boxing, horseracing and showjumping also feature in my ‘sporting repertoire’. I try to keep myself updated at all times on what is going on in the sporting world. And so this week, we have had some amazing moments to savour, from Leitrim’s great escape in New York to Tony Bellew’s destruction of the legend that once was David Haye (in the world of boxing), to the wonderfully entertaining World Snooker Final, in which 42-year-old Mark Williams beat his old rival John Higgins by 18 frames to 16 – and, finally, we had a moment of magic from Simon Zebo to help Munster make it over the line in their Top 14 quarter-final tie against Edinburgh in Thomond Park on Saturday afternoon. On the subject of Leitrim’s win in New York, on Monday morning I was up early, having had an alcohol-free Sunday night, and I heard some fellow on one of the early-morning TV shows waxing eloquently about the wonderful commentary on Shannonside Radio by the one and only Willie Hegarty. There is no doubt that Wil-

lie is a one-off and a celebrated local treasure. However, amongst all the sporting activity on the actual fields of play that took place last weekend, it was the fortunes (or misfortunes) of two football managers that made the biggest impact on me. Obviously the sudden illness that struck down former Man. Utd. manager Sir Alex Ferguson was a massive shock, as all the football world viewed him as indestructible, and the outpouring of good wishes since then has shown, despite his hard man image, that he is really highly thought of and well loved by everyone involved in the beautiful game. However, for me the man of the week was the Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, who, in the emotion of his last game at home as the Gunners manager, still had time to mention his arch-rival, Fergie, in his final speech. His dignity in bidding farewell to a club that effectively fired him was just fabulous. In my opinion there is no doubt that Wenger’s teams, all through his tenure, played the most attractive football of all, and, even if the Premiership title only came their way three times in his 22 years there, he did win seven FA Cups and –more importantly – his teams played football as it should be played. I wonder does Jose Mourinho get the Roscommon People? It might inspire him to get Utd. to play a bit of attractive, attacking football. I expect to see Wenger back in management again, and as for Sir Alex, as a United fan, I can only hope he makes a full and complete recovery.

Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger bidding farewell.

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On to other matters, and I see where Shane Ross is setting up a pilot ‘drink-link’ bus service in some parts of the country which would bring people to and from rural pubs. The Healy Raes think it’s only nonsense, and for once I think they are absolutely right. An occasional bus service in a rural area will not solve anything, and I still believe the only way to go is to give special taxi or hackney licences to someone in a local area, at a reduced cost (insurance, tax, and any other hidden charges) if such a person is prepared to provide a good service to his or her community. The country pubs are still dying on their feet, but you would have to wonder if there is any political will out there to try to help a very grave situation. Surely there should be enough brain power in the corridors of power to come up with a workable solution. Not too many years ago, we were lucky enough to have an unofficial hackney man in this area, and he brought people safely to their homes after a night out. Something along those lines might still be the answer now.

A big night for Creggs RFC More than 40 years ago a little rugby club was formed out here in our little village, and today it is still going strong and is now about to embark on one of the most ambitious projects ever undertaken by a club of its size. To go back to our early days, we played at first in a field given to us by our parish priest – at the back of the local Church in Kilbegnet – while later on we had a pitch in Kilmore which had a heavy electricity wire crossing the middle which diverted many a ball from its original flight path, and caused quite a bit of controversy. Later on, the club acquired land in the

village itself, and The Green has been the home of Creggs RFC for a number of years now. However, as the time has gone on, numbers at underage have greatly increased, and to keep up with the enormous growth at both underage and senior levels, in September the club hopes to unveil the first 3/4 G pitch in Connacht, along with two new sand-based pitches, a development that will of course cost an enormous amount of money. To this end, Creggs RFC are holding a massive draw, with a total of 26 prizes, which takes place on Saturday night next in the Rug-

by Club. So if you have a tenner to spare, buy a ticket and support a club that has greatly exceeded its original expectations. Funny enough, the season just ending has been one of the most successful on the playing pitches in the 44-year history, with great success at every level, resulting in us being nominated as the Connacht club of the year, along with Ballina (winners) and Sligo. So, the future look bright in every way, and as I say, all support is very welcome. Here’s to Saturday night, and hopefully you will take home one of the wonderful prizes on offer (but leave one for me).

And finally… Finally for this week, I’ve been asked to remind everyone out there who raised any money for the Barrie Harris Walk that the committee wants to get the matter sorted out as soon as possible, and ask you to get your cards and money back to any committee member as quickly as you can. The Barrie Harris Walk is still one of the biggest charity fundraiser efforts in this area and each year many local charities benefit from the funds raised so please get the money in and continue to make this a vitally important and successful community fundraising effort.

Till next week, Bye for now!

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Simon, Pauline and Oliver McGuinness pictured at the opening of the (revamped) McGuinness’s Totalhealth Pharmacy which took place in 2014. Picture: Andrew Fox

George Phillips who established a pharmacy one on the site in 1891

From fabulous baker boys to a renowned pharmacy – addressing ‘total health’ needs NEW FACE, SAME PLACE A series by Carmel Kelly-Palmer

McGuinness Pharmacy, Main Street, Roscommon has been a major lifeline for the people of Roscommon town and county. Oliver McGuinness (together with his staff) oversees an excellent modern-day pharmacy that will continue to serve locals long into the future. Behind the present-day façade of McGuinness Totalhealth Pharmacy, there was once a bakery business – surprisingly, to many of us – sustaining the local community with hot, golden, crusty bread straight from the large black ovens. The McGuinness pharmacy business was established in 1923 when T.J. (Thomas John) McGuinness purchased a pharmacy from George Phillips, who had established one on the site in 1891. That was Phillips Medical Hall, and the name was in situ right up until the 1970s when Simon McGuinness changed it to McGuinness Medical Hall. Records show that Charles Stewart Parnell visited the pharmacy in 1891(September 27th). Parnell, who was ill at the time, had ignored his doctor’s advice and travelled from Dublin by train, staying at the Mitchell Hotel (now Regan’s, The Square, Roscommon) before going on to Creggs to give his last speech to a strong gathering of tenant farmers. “I have promised these people I will go to Creggs and I will keep my word,” he famously stated. He gave his last speech, as promised, and a week later (on October 6th 1891) he died. T.J. McGuinness studied in Dublin, serving his time in Monaghan. From a farming background, he had gathered much information on animals, particularly horses. Farmers and horse owners would travel a great distance to avail of T.J.’s expertise and veterinary knowledge. Unfortunately, T.J. died at the young age of 60, in 1952. His wife, Cait McGuinness, ran the pharmacy with outside help, until their children Mairead and Simon both qualified as pharmacists a number of years later. Sadly, Mairead died at the young age of 33. After qualifying in 1958, Simon ran the pharmacy

This photograph shows the remnants of the old ovens. They are jutting out onto the cobble stone pathway from the old shed. The old cobble path formed an alleyway which ran from Main Street up to Church Street in the 1700-1800 period. The old fireplaces of the dwelling were visible in the walls until renovations a number of years ago. Photograph courtesy of Ollie McGuinness.

Simon and Ollie McGuinness pictured at McGuinness’ Pharmacy in early 2000s.

for the next 50 years. Their parents, Cait and Thomas John McGuinness, had seven children, all born in the welcoming rooms of the family home situated above the pharmacy. Old prescription books highlight the ‘McGuinness Specialities’ – American Cough Elixir, used to be made up in 2 gallon lots and was made by Simon up until the 1980s. ‘Harrison Stomach Pills’ were another, attributed to Doctor John Harrison (1830-1890), a notable physician in Roscommon town’s workhouse during the Famine of the 1840s. A worried young mother would gratefully clutch the pills hurrying home to her sick child. Simon McGuinness recalls the first perfume cabinet, more of ‘a box’ proudly holding ‘Ashes of Roses’ and ‘Evening In Paris’ for 1/6d in a little blue bottle. McGuinness Pharmacy has expanded over the years, catering for a changing market

T.J. (Thomas John) McGuinness purchased a pharmacy from George Phillips in 1923.

and developing according to demands. The whole structure of dispensing medicines has changed within pharmacies. Today, popular perfumes are eye-catching, elegantly displayed in shining glass display cabinets alongside a wide range of glamorous cosmetics. People pop in to browse, soak up the aromas, test, look and buy. Oliver McGuinness attended St. Mel’s in Longford and during school holidays would spend time helping in the pharmacy. “I liked and enjoyed what I saw and decided to study pharmacy in Aberdeen, Scotland and I qualified in 1999”. He now runs the pharmacy with his wife Arlene, also a pharmacist. They have four children – John, Aoife, and twin boys Michael and Cormac. The pharmacy offers an abundance of professional health advice and care combined with a personal and confidential service. It is part

of the Totalhealth independent pharmacy group. The group consists of 70 independent pharmacies nationwide which work together to give all the benefits of being part of a large retail brand. Customers can benefit from local knowledge, local commitment and national benefits. So within the walls of this great building we once had The Bakery, run by the Finlay brothers – Bill, Frank and Michael. Bernard Henry, Charles Kelly, Mrs. McNamara and Mrs. Egan were the principal bakers. The ovens were turf-burning. The walls and the arch or crown of the ovens were built of brick and the floor or sole was tiled. The bread was called ‘loaf’ bread to distinguish it from soda cake, which was generally used by the farmers. Only on fair days or market days the farmers would buy a loaf of white bread, as a special treat to ‘bring home to the young ones’. Charlie Kelly, in addition to the loaf bread, baked what was called a ‘Chester Cake’, which contained currants, brown sugar, etc. Finlays were famous for their ‘fancy bread’ made by the late Bill Finlay. The Finlay bakery business moved on, and the 1911 census form shows occupants George Phillips, his wife Jane, son Walter George and a servant called Mary Moran. After the sale of the pharmacy in 1923 George Phillips retired to the Channel Islands where he is buried. A building of many faces from the past, now a familiar one…Oliver and Arlene are continuing in the McGuinness line of family pharmacists going forward into the 21st century.

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Pictured at the launch of Macalla 2018 at Convent of Mercy, Roscommon were Letitia Mulleague, Justine McCarthy and Carmel Whyte. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the launch of Macalla 2018 at Convent of Mercy, Roscommon were Savannah Cassidy, Niamh Petrie, Tara Crowley, Cllr. Orla Leyden, Chairperson of Roscommon County Council, Emma Whitney, Katie Johnston and Ailbhe Farrell. Picture: Andrew Fox

Make yourselves great, girls! Top journalist’s message of positivity at Macalla launch  DAN DOONER

The annual Convent of Mercy publication, ‘Macalla’, was officially launched by broadcaster and journalist Justine McCarthy recently. The Sunday Times journalist was full of praise for the 14 transition year students and their teachers/mentors, Ms. Whyte and Ms. Mulleague. “If I wanted any more reasons to be happy to be in Roscommon today, I found them in Macalla. It (Roscommon) has apparently got seven golf courses, it has something called Roscommon lamb and Chris O’Dowd! “Macalla is bursting with information and it is beautifully written. I think if the editorial standards that are exhibited by the magazine were adopted by some of our national newspapers, Ireland’s ‘smartness’ levels would go through the roof. I learned a huge amount from reading the magazine”. Ms. McCarthy went on to highlight the rise of women in Irish society and urged those students present to go forward with confidence. “Make yourselves great. Girls are not second class, you’re not second rate. Don’t settle for your second best self; engage in life. Do as much as you can for your country. Whatever your stage in life I hope you have good, fruitful and engaged lives”.

Speaking to the Roscommon People at the launch, Editors Emma Whitney and Niamh Petrie said they were proud of the finished publication. Emma said it had been a challenge for the transition year students. “I feel like we had a lot to live up to but I think the Macalla class were really great and they really did help to keep it up to the high standards”. Niamh said the tight-knit group had worked well together and the finished magazine was something they could all be proud of. “We all had a part to play in the production of Macalla. Having a smaller group is really beneficial because it means that nobody is left behind or left out and everyone has something to be proud of”. The girls thanked those who had supported the production including principal Miriam Hunt, Ms. Tiernan and teachers Ms. Whyte and Ms. Mulleague and local businesses who had placed advertisements in this year’s publication. Former teacher Mary Leyden was the first coordinator of Macalla back in 1973 and so, on a day when Justine McCarthy spoke so eloquently about the increasing presence of women in politics, it was rather fitting that Mary’s daughter and Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, Cllr. Orla Leyden, was among those present to congratulate the Pictured at the launch of Macalla 2018 at Convent of Mercy, Roscommon were Savannah Cassidy, Katie Johnston, Niamh Petrie, Tara Crowley, Ailbhe Farrell, Emma Whitney and Justine McCarthy. Picture: Andrew Fox girls on their wonderful publication.

Pictured at the launch of Macalla 2018 at Convent of Mercy, Roscommon were members of the editorial committee back row (l-r) Tara Crowley, Louise Fetherstone, Katie Johnston, Jade Gallagher and Sarah McTiernan. Middle row (l-r) Niamh Petrie, Savannah Cassidy, Alice Kieran, Sinéad Kelly and Emma Whitney. Front row (l-r) Siobhán Hoare, Ailbhe Farrell, Justine McCarthy, Cheyenne Hunt and Stacey Reith. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the launch of Macalla 2018 at Convent of Mercy, Roscommon were Savannah Cassidy, Ailbhe Farrell, Tara Crowley, Katie Johnston, Emma Whitney, Justine McCarthy and Niamh Petrie. Picture: Andrew Fox

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WeekendPeople Slimming World information morning in Abbey Hotel Professional sleeper? Island caretaker? Wine taster? The idea of getting paid to do something we truly love is the holy grail for most of us, however, a local weight-loss Consultant says she’s cracked it after a recent survey of 26,000 people on LinkedIn revealed that having a sense of purpose is the number one requirement for job satisfaction. Tracy King has run a Slimming World franchise since 2012 after losing a fabulous two stone herself with the weightloss organisation and changing her health and her life in the process. Since then, she’s made it her mission to help others transform their lives like she has and estimates that she’s helped people from Boyle and Roscommon town lose an incredible 454 stone between them last year. Local team developer, Pauline, is running an information morning in The Abbey Hotel, Roscommon on Saturday, the 19th of May from 10 am until 1 pm. Contact Pauline on 087-1878701 if you would like more information, or just come along to The Abbey Hotel on Saturday, the 19th of May at 10 am (see advertisement on front page).

THE BRIDGE CLUB St. Coman’s Bridge Club President’s Prize (Mrs. Maria Hickey) – 1st: T. McHale & M. Judge, 2nd: M. Dolan & A. Carney, Gross: N. Costello & C. McGrath, 3rd: M. Fallon & G. Hoban. Session 1: B. McLoughlin & J. Devaney, Session 2: K. Corcoran & K. Gately. Kilbride Bridge Club President’s Prize (Mrs. Ann Igoe) – 1st: J. Hunt & A. Gaffney, 2nd: C. Neilan & M. Regan, 3rd: M. & J. Regan. Back in September! Bridge Clubs re-open at the end of September. Summer Bridge will commence on Wednesday, June 6th at 7.45 pm in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon town. All welcome. Bridge classes for beginners will commence in early October. For further information contact 0861607913.

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‘Sorry’ doesn’t absolve blame and heal all wounds Another week, another grovelling HSE apology. This time the fawning, too little, too late “we’re very sorry” centred on the findings of a 2015 commissioned report concerning maternity services at Portiuncula University Hospital which examined the delivery and neonatal care of 18 babies between 2008 and 2014. Six of those little angels sadly died; another six have various medical issues, some of which are lifechanging. I must stress that when no complications presented themselves at this hospital, everything appeared to go well, and everything ended well for patients; but when the going got tough, and things got complicated, the entire maternity care system appeared to come tumbling down, resulting in unspeakable tragedy and heartbreak for many parents. Now readers, as a nation, we’re an easygoing and forgiving race, and, if someone issues us with what is a

sincere apology, we tend to regain our composure, accept it and politely move on. However, given the revelations around what are a series of grave and profound litany of medical screw-ups, I have to ask if perhaps the HSE might like to consider employing someone to sit in a back room and compile a future list of recipes for reliable apologies, be-

cause I for one am very concerned and wonder if any of us can ever again feel confident when receiving medical care. You see, medicine is a specialised field, and we, the patients, place ourselves in the hands of what we believe to be expert professionals, and depend on them to do what is best for us. However, while the level of our dependency

on those whizz-kids in white coats is acute, it appears, given the recent botch-ups, the level of their responsibility towards us is not commensurate; and if I were of a suspicious nature (and I am), I’d have to assume that there is a culture of medicine in this country that is, in itself, very, very unhealthy. At this point I must add that there are, of course, decent people working within the HSE and an awful lot of good work is being done, and we should acknowledge that fact. However, a lot of rot is still simmering underneath. In order to get rid of the stench of that decay our country needs to see systemic change in both the government and the HSE senior management, because put simply, due to their lack of candour, clarity, accountability and disclosure to us, (patients and voters), it’s clear we cannot trust either and that dear readers, is a damning indictment against our society.

Pedal power and mischievous minions… Don’t forget, this Sunday, RosFM will proudly present their Pedal Powered Cinema fundraiser in the Dr. Hyde Centre, Athlone Road, Roscommon. The feature movie

extravaganza will be Despicable Me 3. I’m told doors open at 2 pm, and the big picture begins at 3 pm. Entry is free folks, and so is the raffle, but

do drop in a donation or two. And by the way, hard-working volunteers are not your free babysitters, so keep those darling little cherubs supervised at all times.

Why I believe our Gardaí should be armed

Last week, during what I can only describe as a moment of weakness, (call it decrepitude brought on by menopause), I tuned into Today with Maura and Daithí! And don’t you dare judge me, because I’ll bet one or two of you have also had the odd lapse of common sense and delved into the murky waters of mundane daytime telly; so park it and let’s move on. Anyhow, the debate du jour centred on whether or not our Gardaí should be armed. Now for me, this a no-brainer and I believe that yes, frontline Gardaí should be armed with some sort of protection. If ever proof were needed to back up my beliefs, it’d be last week’s incident involving a member of the force up in Dublin, whom, while going about his duty, found himself being seriously assaulted by a thug wielding a metal baseball bat. Thank God it wasn’t anything more destructive. You see, it’s a sad and worry-

ing fact that citizens of this country appear to have lost all respect for An Garda Síochána, and not a week goes by where we don’t hear and read about attacks on members of the public and now, more recently, on our police force. Now as it appears, (in order to do the most damage), the weapon of choice for these pieces of scum is usually a firearm, we simply cannot

send frontline Gardaí into potentially dangerous and highly incendiary situations, and expect them to have any chance of resolving them, without first arming them with a means of personal protection. Look, I’m not saying our Government should issue firearms willy-nilly, and I do know we have a professionally trained Emergency Response Unit, but

I agree with the Garda Representative Association when they say ordinary rank and file officers should be given extra protection while on duty, and in my opinion perhaps a taser would be a dinky little accessory to hang on their protective vests alongside their extendable baton and pepper spray. For those who disagree, let me assure you that I’m not for one minute advocating for violence here, nor am I suggesting Gardaí should go round tasering everyone who steps out of line – I mean, those stun guns emit a serious dose of electricity, causing temporary paralysis – so proper training and procedures around skill, accuracy and most importantly attitude must be put in place. We want to make sure our Gardaí thoroughly assess each incident and that if the situation warrants it, they will always reach for the least lethal weapon in their arsenal.

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Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel.: (090) 6663325 Saturday night, 12th May:

First appearance of the very popular

Steve Reilly KENNEDY’S

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Telephone: 090 6626225

Bridge St., Strokestown Tel: 071 9634384 facebook: kennedyshayloftbar

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Join us for Cocktails All Cocktails from €5 Back by popular demand this Sunday 13th April the very talented

Babz & Chris at 6pm

Pictured in JJ Harlow’s on Saturday night last were Cliona Dervin and David Naughton. Picture: Andrew Fox

Derek Ryan drops in for Loughglynn Festival launch! The launch of the Loughglynn Music Festival took place in Boland’s Bar, Fairymount with Derek Ryan and Alan from The Heebie Jeebies Band in attendance. This event is fast approaching. The festival begins this year on Friday, 1st of June and runs over the bank holiday weekend. It will commence on Friday, 1st of June with the return by popular demand of Derek Ryan, on stage this year at 11 pm. On Saturday, 2nd of June the legendary Declan Nerney is on stage from 11 pm and on Sunday night, 3rd of June the selection of the prestigious Queen of the Woodlands will take place, with the event beginning at 9 pm followed by dancing to the ever-popular Heebie Jeebies Band. This year’s Queen of the Woodlands marks the 21st year of this event. Past winners, contestants, judges and escorts will be contacted to return to a celebration party and a trip down memory lane. Video clips from former years as well as old photographs and memorabilia will also be showcased. The committee asks that all concerned make contact with us through our Loughglynn Feis facebook page. Late Bar each night again this year.

Sunday 13th May:

The notorious

Ciaran, Conor & Gary (CCG)

Loughglynn Music Festival Committee members pictured with entertainer Derek Ryan at the recent launch of the 2018 Loughglynn Music Festival. Left to right: Michael McCarthy, John Flanagan, Seamus Regan, Derek Ryan, Angela Regan, Nuala Creighton, Brendan Gordon.

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Derek Ryan with Katie Creaton at the recent launch of the 2018 Loughglynn Music Festival.

At the recent launch of the 2018 Loughglynn Music Festival were Teresa Sharkey, Fidelma Flynn, Ryan and Eva Sharkey and singer Derek Ryan.

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Pictured (above) enjoying Sean 70th birthday celebrations were Catherine Nolan, Sean Naughton and Padraig Nolan.

Pictured (above) enjoying Sean Naughton’s 70th birthday celebrations in the Abbey Hotel were Fr. Joe Fitzgerald, SarahJane Naughton, Michael Naughton, Niall Naughton, Sean and Peggy Naughton.

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Sean Naughton’s 70th birthday party Abbey Hotel, Roscommon

Pictured enjoying Sean Naughton’s 70th birthday celebrations in the Abbey Hotel were Lorcan and Patricia Glancy.

Pictured enjoying Sean Naughton’s 70th birthday celebrations in the Abbey Hotel were Jenny and James Lohan.

Pictured enjoying Sean Naughton’s 70th birthday celebrations in the Abbey Hotel were Bernie Fallon, Sean and Peggy Naughton and Cllr. Laurence Fallon.

Pictured enjoying Sean Naughton’s 70th birthday celebrations in the Abbey Hotel were Roisín Conneally, Sean and Peggy Naughton and Niall Conneally.

Pictured enjoying Sean Naughton’s 70th birthday celebrations in the Abbey Hotel were Sheila Beirne, Sean Beirne, Sean Naughton and Anita Connaughton.

Pictured enjoying Sean Naughton’s 70th birthday celebrations in the Abbey Hotel were Sean Mahon, Marie Sweeney, Sean Naughton and Hugh Campbell.

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Former B&B is a ‘stunning residence’ For sale with Oates Auctioneers is this magnificent fivebedroomed (all ensuite) residence (at Carrowmore, Athlone Road). It’s located in a prime residential area just off the Roscommon/Athlone road (N61) on a circa 0.8 acre mature site, only five minutes from Roscommon Town and 20 minutes from Athlone. This is without doubt one of the finest residences to come on the market in this area in recent years with a host of extras including Hollowcore Flooring, Geothermal Heating, Central Vac Hover System, Under Floor Heating, Water Softener, Pressurised Hot Water System, Porcelain Tiles, etc. throughout. This house has previously traded successfully as a B&B with all bedrooms ensuite and with fitted wardrobes. Outside large detached garage and generous mature gardens. Contact Oates Auctioneers in Roscommon on 090-6477500.

NEWS… & VIEWS Commercial opportunity in Glenamaddy Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer a commercial investment opportunity at Main St., Glenamaddy, Co. Galway. This is a prime commercial unit with residential apartments in heart of Glenamaddy town centre. The retail unit is currently being used as a butcher’s and cold store. Mix of oneand two-bedroomed apartments. Price on application. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net

Sale of the Week with REA Seamus Carthy REA Seamus Carthy are delighted to advise that the sale of Westgrove Lodge, Ballinrooey, Dring, Co. Longford was agreed recently and is their ‘Sale of the Week’. Rarely does a property of this calibre come to the market and Seamus Carthy advised there was strong interest from home and abroad alike. Terms were agreed this week to sell the property. Seamus advised that should you have a property of similar style to contact REA Carthy as they have a number of underbidders seeking alternative quality homes. Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy on 090-6630001.

Advertorial

Prime lands available at Earley’s John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market prime lands set out in 1 main lot containing c. 12.92 acres located at Coolteige, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon. John describes the lands as “a superior dual purpose parcel of lands containing approx. 12.92 acres located at Coolteige, Fourmilehouse just off the main N61 route”. The lands, he added, are of good quality. “The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings 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 0906626579, email jearley@ propertypartners.ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie.

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Sean Naughton MIPAV Launching a new Degree of Bachelor of Business in Real Estate (Level 7) by IPAV, the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers, and AIT, Athlone Institute of Technology were (l-r): Paul Campbell, IT Tallaght, Brian Dempsey IPAV President and Dr Michael Tobin, AIT.

Bachelor of Business in Real Estate launched for September A new Degree of Bachelor of Business in Real Estate (Level 7) has been launched by IPAV, the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers and AIT, Athlone Institute of Technology. The new part-time degree, BBS in Real Estate, is designed to meet the needs of a developing domestic and international property

market that is seeing increased activity in residential, commercial and other real estate, with consequent demand for higher educational standards. It aims to produce articulate, competent, professional graduates who can operate to the highest professional standards across a range of occupations, including Property

Sales Negotiator and Property Manager. Pat Davitt, CEO of the IPAV said it presents a great opportunity for those working in the industry to further their learning. Scheduled to commence in September 2018, it will run over three semesters and will take 15 months to complete.

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

FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY SANDFIELD, KNOCKCROGHERY, CO. ROSCOMMON

4 Bedroom Residence with potential site for sale at Sandfied, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon. Accommodation consists of 4 bedrooms, Kitchen/ Dining Room, Living Room, Bathroom & Garage. Conveniently located 10 mins from Roscommon and 20 mins from Athlone. Price on Application

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FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY CLOONEENBANE, ORAN, CO. ROSCOMMON

C.40 Acres with Old Residence Lot 1: C. 10 Acres with Old Reisdence in need of refurbishment, offers great potential for right client Lot 2: C.30 Acres of fair quality lands Lot 3: Enitre Holding Price on application

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FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Ballinamona, Brideswell, Co. Roscommon C.2 Acres of Bog 2 Acres of bog for sale at Ballinamona, Brideswell, Co. Roscommon. Top quality turf. Price on application .

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

FOR SALE AT THE WALK, ROSCOMMON Due to Cancellation

An attractive 4 bedroomed bungalow located at the walk, Roscommon. The Residence is on a large corner site with large Garage to the rear. The Residence is in excellent condition. Accommodation consists of a Sitting Room, Kitchen Cum Dining Room, Large Utility, 4 Bedrooms with one En- Suite, Bathroom and a Large Garage to the rear. The Residence Is located a short distance from Roscommon Town Centre and close to all local amenities. Pat is accepting the first offer of €200,000 for this fine property. Viewing is a must. For further information contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers. com ------------------------------------------------------------------------

FOR SALE NEW TO THE MARKET Circa 42 acres at

COOLNAGEER, CURRAGHBOY

Keen interest in 31-acre residential holding Seamus Carthy has advised that there has been a lot of interest in a quality landholding of 31 acres with residential holding at Cloverhill, Co. Roscommon. Mr. Carthy, of REA Seamus Carthy, says he will be bringing the sale to a conclusion in the next few weeks. This top quality 31-acre residential holding of land is set out in one lot and is convenient to Roscommon Town (4.5 km). The said lands benefit from substantial investment over recent years. The lands also provide a three-bedroomed residence which is in need of refurbishment and offers obvious potential as a quality family home conveniently located opposite Cloverhill National School. The lands offer dual road frontage onto

ENTITLEMENTS Some Entitlements are still available to lease or buy. Deadline Tuesday, 15th May 2018.

Keen interest in Curraghboy lands Auctioneer Pat Hughes is confirming that the circa 42 acres at Coolnageer, Curraghboy which he placed on the market last week is generating a lot of interest. All of the lands are of top quality, located in one block with excellent handling facilities, well fenced and mains water. The land are situated a short distance from Curraghboy village and have been re-seeded last year. This must be of interest to local farmers looking to increase their holding or someone looking to acquire a compact farm of top quality land. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

the main Castlerea/Castlebar road and a side road, thus holding potential for a residential site subject to planning. It’s an excellent opportunity to acquire an attractive roadside parcel of lands in a good farming district and can be sold in one or more lots. Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy on 090-6630001. Price on application.

REA Seamus Carthy advise that they are inviting offers on a detached bungalow in Castleplunkett, Co. Roscommon. This is a quality detached four-bedroomed traditional country home with detached outbuildings on a 0.7 acre site offering dual access. The property is presented to the market in good condition and immediate enquiries are advised. Contact the office today to arrange viewing. Enquiries to 0906630001 or email info@reacarthy.ie

Dating back some 120 years, this former School House is brought to the market completely renovated to a high standard and offering a quality 4 bedroom family home situated on c 0.5 acres with detached garage/workshop. Located in the picturesque rolling countryside of Fourmilehouse and within close proximity to Roscommon Town, we invite viewings and all offers in excess of €200,000 now being considered for immediate sale. Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001 AMV: €200,000

ALL OFFERS IN EXCESS OF €155,000 NOW BEING CONSIDERED

BARNABOY, BALLAGHADERREEN, ROSCOMMON, F45 DP0

Two from Pat Hughes Auctioneer Pat Hughes reports strong interest in a three-bedroomed farmhouse that is for sale and has the benefit of a range of out-offices which is located at Coolegarry, Dysart, Co. Roscommon. The residence stands on circa 1 acre. Pat is encouraging interested parties to contact him as he feels this property will sell quickly. Pat is confirming that they have had a lot of interest in a five-bedroomed dormer bungalow which recently went on the market at Gallowstown, Roscommon. The residence is located on the main Boyle to Roscommon Road in an excellent location. Viewing a must. Hughes & Company are also offering a further circa 10 acres located directly across the road for someone looking for a bigger holding. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

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BALLINDERRY SCHOOLHOUSE, FOUR MILE HOUSE, ROSCOMMON, F42RR04

Offers invited for Castleplunkett bungalow

in one block.

All of the lands are of top quality with excellent handling facilities, well fenced and mains water. The land are situated a short distance from Curraghboy Village and have been re-seeded last year. Must be of interest to local farmers looking to increase there holding or someone looking to acquire a compact farm of top quality land. Legal: Mr. Mark Connellan, Solicitor, No. 3 Church Street, Longford.

ALL OFFERS IN EXCESS OF €200,000 NOW BEING CONSIDERED

Gallowstown Advertorial

Two top sites! Auctioneer Pat Hughes is confirming that he has a prime building site for sale which is located on a circa halfacre at The Walk, Roscommon. The site has the benefit of full planning permission for a dormer bungalow. Hughes & Company also have on offer on the Ballinagard Road, Roscommon a large site with the benefit of full planning permission for a two-storey residence. Both sites are ready to go at present. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

A reminder to farmers Auctioneer Pat Hughes says that the demand for Entitlements is greater than ever this year with all Entitlements been transferred online. Hughes & Company are reminding farmers that next Tuesday, 15th of May is the last day for trading of Entitlements. For further information contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

A quality 4 bedroom detached bungalow with detached workshop set on c 0.5 acres in what is considered a peaceful and picturesque countryside location whilst also offering convenient accessibility to the N5 national road network and Ireland West Knock Airport. Your local Pub, National School and Church is also within a gentle stroll. This property is considered excellent value for money and we now invite enquiries and viewings. AMV: €155,000

RESIDENTIAL SITE AT

LISSNAVILLE, FUERTY. CO. ROSCOMMON 2.24 Acres of land at Lisnaville, Fuerty, Co. Roscommon with full planning permission for a detached 4 bedroom dormer property extending to 230sq.m. Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001or email info@reacarthy.ie AMV: €60,000

ALL OFFERS IN EXCESS OF €110,000 NOW BEING CONSIDERED

KNOCKROE, CASTLEREA, CO. ROSCOMMON

Brogans Lane, Roscommon

Townhouses with rental income Hughes & Company are offering for sale at Brogans Lane, Roscommon two three-bedroomed townhouses. The residences are been sold fully furnished and are let at present generating an annual rental income of €7,500. The properties can be sold with a sitting tenants if required. This would make an ideal investment opportunity. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 0906627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers. com

Substantial 6 bedroom split level bungalow situated in a most sought after residential location at Knockroe, Castlerea Town. A quality family home, the property offers further potential given its size and location. The property is presented in good condition and viewing is strongly recommended. Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy for further information. Call 090 663 0001or email info@reacarthy.ie 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 all types of properties. Please contact Seamus Carthy confidentially if you are considering selling.

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

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PropertyPeople PSRA Licence No. 001481

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

NEW TO THE MARKET 10 Lanesboro Street, Roscommon Town F42 X520 Exceptional 3 bedroom townhouse located in this sought after mature residential area in the heart of Roscommon town. Very rarely does a property come to the market in this location and condition and the auctioneers invites viewings and enquiries. Accommodation includes Entrance Hallway, downstairs ensuite bedroom, sitting room, kitchen/dining room. First Floor – 2 large bedroom and main bathroom. Outside mature full landscaped grounds with rear access. Exceptional location overlooking green area outside. PRICE REGION: €160,000

NEW TO THE MARKET Lisrevagh, Rathcline, Lanesboro, Co. Longford C. 13 Acres of excellent agricultural land in a renowned farming area. This is a unique opportunity for buyers with an eye for potential or for adjoining farms to increase their existing holdings. The lands are currently in permanent pasture set out in one lot with access to the main road.

OPEN VIEWINGS MONDAY 14TH MAY FROM 5:30 – 6PM. A LUXURIOUS 4 B/R BUNGALOW RESIDENCE OF C. 1,825 SQ.FT LOCATED AT

FEARAGH, BALLYMURRAY, CO. ROSCOMMON

SHELTER STAYS AS SQUARE PLAN SCRAPPED Campaigners opposed to the regeneration plans for Castlerea Town Square are pictured at the old bus shelter in the Square. Castlerea Town Team had proposed knocking down the shelter to make way for new open-air seating. However, opposition to the plan had grown over the past week with local campaigners claiming to have collected 1,059 signatures from local people opposed to it. Plans for the regeneration of the square have now been shelved after Town Team members and campaigners failed to reach a compromise at a meeting last Sunday morning.

Sale of the week at Stonecourt, Roscommon John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is advising that they closed the sale this week of an attractive twobedroomed duplex apartment of c. 725 sq.ft. located at 10, Stonecourt, The Square, Roscommon town for a very satisfactory price. John describes the property as “a primely located duplex apartment located in the heart of Roscommon town in the popular Stonecourt complex”.

NEW TO THE MARKET Bungalow under construction

Ardkeel, Roscommon Town

Spacious residence in Glenamaddy town centre New 4 Bedroom bungalow under construction within walking distance to Roscommon town in a scenic country setting with commanding views of the surrounding countryside. Built to a builder’s finish on c. 0.56 acre site. This residence offers entrance hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, utility, sunroom, 4 bedrooms - master ensuite - and family bathroom.

NEW TO THE MARKET Spacious Mews Apartment,

19 Stonecourt, Roscommon Town

This spacious two-bedroom Mews Apartment is located on the top floor of this much sought after location with the benefit of free parking facilities. Standing right in the heart of Roscommon Town this apartment is within walking distance of all amenities. Price Region €100,000 Church Street, Roscommon town, CO. ROSCOMMON TEL: 090 6627878 FAX: 090 6627877 E-mail info@oates.ie Website: www.oates.ie

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

Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer to the market No. 20, Dudley Heights, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway. Sean said: “We are delighted to offer for sale by private treaty this large five-bedroomed detached residence situated a two-minute walk from Glenamaddy town centre. “Accommodation includes – kitchen/dining room, living room, five

bedrooms (three en-suite), utility and family bathroom. “This property has tarmac drive to the front, with ample off-street parking and a garden area to the rear with mature shrubs”. The property has additional benefit of downstairs bedroom with en-suite and the attic has been floored and converted. This property is in excellent condi-

All offers after €150,000 to sell. A highly impressive 4 B/R bungalow residence standing on a mature site area of c. 0.64 of an acre. The said property is presented for sale in excellent condition throughout and is located in the midst of rolling green countryside and within a short walk of Portrunny amenity area and the banks of the River Shannon. Altogether, this is a quality family home that must be viewed to be fully appreciated and all offers after €150,000 are invited to sell. BER C3.

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NEW TO THE MARKET A QUALITY 5 B/R BUNGALOW RESIDENCE OF C. 1,735 SQ.FT LOCATED AT

BUMLIN, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON

All offers after €150,000 to sell. An impressive 5 B/R bungalow residence standing on a wonderfully mature elevated site area of c. 0.54 of an acre with the benefit of a large detached garage standing to the rear. The said property is finished to the highest of standard throughout and is located in the midst of rolling green countryside beside Strokestown Golf Club only a few minutes from the centre of Strokestown. The area is renowned for its scenic beauty and is situated close to many of the regions most popular fishing lakes and the famous river Shannon. Altogether, this is a quality family home that must be viewed to be fully appreciated and all offers after €150,000 are invited to sell. BER: D1. LEGAL: MESSERS JOAN H DEVINE & CO, STROKESTOWN.

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tion throughout and viewing is highly advised. For further details please contact the office on 0906625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net

NEW TO THE MARKET A PRIME FARM OF LANDS CONTAINING C. 45.8 ACRES ON WHICH STANDS A TWO STOREY RESIDENCE LOCATED AT

BUSHFIELD, CASTLEPLUNKETT, CO. ROSCOMMON

Wanted, wanted, wanted! Property Partners Earley, Roscommon are this week advising that following a number of recent sales of farms in the region over the past number of weeks, that they now require farms in all areas for cash clients and disappointed underbidders. John Earley commented: “Following on from a number of successful farm sales in the area over the past number of weeks, we now require farmlands of all sizes acres in all areas.

“We offer a comprehensive sales service with a one of the largest databases of customers in the region. Should you wish to place your property on the market, we offer a free consultation service and we welcome all enquiries”. To avail of a free consultation, please contact one of the professional team at Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie, or log onto www.propertypartners.ie.

Residence for sale at Curraghroe Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer to the market an old residence on one acre (with shed) for sale by private treaty at Curraghroe, Lanesborough, Co. Roscommon. Full planning permission for new sep-

tic tank, option to purchase an additional eleven acres. Price on application. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net

A prime residential holding of lands located in a renowned farming district which can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate: Lot 1: The Entire. Lot 2: Character 2 B/R residence of c. 1,050 sq.ft standing on c. 1 acre mature site. BER: G. Lot 3: c. 19.26 acres of prime lands located to the rear of the said residence. Lot 4: c. 17.4 acres of land and boglands located at Bushfield. Lot 5: c. 8.19 acres of lands located at Bushfield. The auctioneers now invite immediate enquiries and all offers for immediate sale. LEGAL: MESSERS T V MCCRANN & CO, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26269.

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

READERS’ LETTERS… …on Referendum on Eighth Amendment We’ve received a number of letters on the upcoming referendum. It is our intention to publish letters reﬂecting both sides in the campaign…

Takes issue with Roscommon People coverage Knocknashee, Boyle, Co. Roscommon Dear Editor, We can’t help but notice the great support the Roscommon People is giving to a ‘Yes’ vote in the repeal referendum. However, it seems that Leo Varadkar is heralding in an age of enlightenment. How nice! Other countries have done the same and that is why we’re enclosing a copy of a leaflet which we got in 1992 after 26 years of ‘enlightenment’ in the UK. The enlightenment in 1973 in the USA was introduced by a lie, i.e. Norma McCorvey was married with two children and never had an abortion but ‘claimed’ at the Roe v Wade that she had and now the enlightenment in the USA is about 54 million lives lost. Planned parenthood has made millions of euro out of this and even sells baby organs to laboratories, carefully selected in the abortion clinics to avoid damage…now isn’t that enlightenment? This letter is obviously not going to change your mind or policy to promote a Yes vote, is it? So, keep up the ‘good’ work but bear in mind one interpretation of your ‘enlightenment’ is ‘Roscommon can’t wait for the killing to begin’. Yours sincerely, John & Josephine Boylan Paul Healy (Editor) replies: I need to correct our correspondents! The Roscommon People, contrary to what is implied, is not supporting one side over the other in the referendum campaign. Further, I can provide supporting evidence, as follows! In our issue dated 30th of March, we published a short report on the presence of ‘LoveBoth’ campaigners in Roscommon (advocating a No vote), along with one photograph. Also, a brief news item on Senator Terry Leyden advocating a No vote. In our issues dated 6th and 13th of April, we carried no news coverage of referendum! In our issue dated 20th of April, we published an advertisement (and editorial) paid for by the ‘Roscommon for Yes’ group. In our edition dated 27th of April, alongside the report on Ming’s presence at the ‘Roscommon for Yes’ launch, we published a story in which the LoveBoth campaign alleged widespread removal of ‘No’ posters in Roscommon. In that edition, we also published a news item highlighting that the ‘No’ side was hosting a ‘Referendum Explained’ talk/video in Roscommon town. Finally, in our edition dated 4th of May, we published a news item on the upcoming ‘Stand up for Life’ national rally and an advertisement and advertorial from LoveBoth (advocates for a No vote). I trust the above provides some ‘enlightenment’ for those who would wrongly accuse the Roscommon People!

‘Our Yes campaign is hitting home’

Your Vote Yes No On ‘Ming’ and Ronald Reagan Sarsfield Road, Ballinasloe Dear Editor, Seeing the photograph of ‘Ming’ Flanagan and company on page 4 of Roscommon People dated 27th of April at the launch of the 8th Amendment Yes campaign by ‘Roscommon Together for Yes’, reminded me of a quote from Ronald Reagan, who said on September 21st, 1980: “There’s one individual who’s not being considered at all. That’s the one who is being aborted. And I have noticed that everybody that is for abortion has already been born”. Enough said! Yours sincerely, Bridie Brennan

‘Misinformation’ at Strokestown meeting Strokestown, Co. Roscommon Dear Editor, I attended the recent launch of Roscommon Together for Yes in Strokestown to inform myself on the upcoming referendum on May 25th but to my dismay I found a lot of misinformation being presented, especially by the nurse/midwife speaker from Midwives for Choice. Being a nurse/midwife myself, I could identify exactly what misinformation was being presented to a predominantly young female audience. It was, I felt, incorrect information, liable to frighten young women of childbearing age. The spokesperson stated certain obstetrical practises; depersonalised, conveyer belt type maternity care; doctors and midwives being prevented from offering full care was due to the Eighth Amendment. From my own personal experience of working as a midwife, this is certainly not the case. I never felt hindered by the Eighth Amendment. I am concerned that the information being put into the public arena is damaging and doing a disservice to the healthcare providers in our maternity units and liable to frighten young women. Yours sincerely, Aine O’Siorain

‘We can do better for mothers …for society’ Tynagh, Co. Galway Dear Editor, It’s interesting that in recent weeks we have learned that Cristiano Ronaldo, the footballer, and Amal Clooney, the human rights lawyer, both faced the prospect of abortion while still in

the womb. Think of what the worlds of sport and law might have lost if that simple procedure had ended their lives. These are both celebrities, but the same principle applies in the case of every human life. Each of us has something unique to offer the world, and all the potential that is wrapped up in the unborn child is snuffed out by abortion. We can do better, for mothers, for children, and for society as a whole. Yours sincerely, Caroline Donohue

What has the NO side ever done? Grenagh, Co. Cork Dear Editor, Since 1983 what have the NO side done for women in crisis pregnancies? What supports have they put in place for victims of rape? What efforts have they made to reach out to women experiencing domestic violence? What services have they provided to single mothers, homeless mothers, mothers who are carers to children with disabilities or chronic health needs? What proposals have they made regarding improvements of maternal mental health? And finally what contribution have they made towards the implementation of perinatal palliative care? I know of none. I do however know they opposed the introduction of contraception. I do know they opposed greater accessibility to the morning after pill. I do know they opposed divorce. I do know they have operated rogue crisis pregnancy services which have traumatised vulnerable women through misinformation and delay tactics. And I certainly know as they lose their grasp on a changing Ireland they are scrambling for ‘alternative options’ for crisis pregnancies. These last-ditch efforts are utterly unconvincing as I ask myself where have they been for the last 35 years. Yours faithfully, Bláthnaid O’Loughlin

Just a thought… 6, Devonshire Street, Cork City Do people planning to vote No in the upcoming referendum believe that someone has the right to travel for an abortion? If so, it seems the issue is not abortion per se, but the location. Yours sincerely, Lorna English Together for Yes (Campaign HQ)

Dear Editor, Together for Yes welcomes the Sunday Independent poll showing consistent support for a Yes vote on May 25th. We note Sunday’s referendum poll which shows a consistent pattern of support for a Yes vote on May 25th. It demonstrates that the Yes campaign’s message of care and compassion for women in Ireland is hitting home with people across the country. In particular we note the strong support among young women, whose future healthcare will be directly affected by the referendum result. However, Together For Yes knows that each and every vote will matter over the next 19 days, and we recognise the large number of undecideds who have yet to make up their mind. That is why our ‘Get Together For Yes’ conversations tour being launched this week in Athlone is an important opportunity to speak directly to voters and encourage people to start the discussion with friends and family about the harms of the 8th Amendment. The poll shows a growing appetite among Irish people to ensure that abortion in Ireland is safe and regulated. People are well aware that we already have abortion in Ireland, and that it is a reality. Voting Yes will regulate it, make it safer and ensure we provide care to women in Ireland who need it. Yours sincerely, Ailbhe Smyth, Campaign Co-Director

A view from London 3, Probyn Road, London SW23LH Dear Editor, I am keen to understand two aspects of abortion care in Ireland that have been discussed in the papers; provision of abortion care in GP clinics and conscientious objection rights. Firstly, I fully support the concept of GPs delivering abortion care in Ireland. This will bring abortion care into the mainstream, removing the stigma and vulnerability for women and the likelihood for protesters and harassment tactics. I am concerned by those calling for conscientious objector rights. In theory I support this, but I also see the hypocrisy of those that are calling for it – they do not want to be forced into doing something that makes them uncomfortable; choice for some, but not for others. But I’m a believer in not forcing people to do something they don’t want to do so it should be allowed for. However, there is another side to this; if there is one GP in a small town, and they are a ‘conscientious objector’, what does this mean for women? Will they have to travel to the next town, the nearest city, an overnight to Dublin? Will this then mean that the GP that does provide a full spectrum of services to women will become a target for protestors? In clinics of two or more staff, could there be a requirement for at least one member of staff to provide these services? Some serious thought is needed to understand the reality of conscientious objections; how many Irish women travelled to England for abortion services after they were turned away by 3 or 4 pharmacist who were able to exercise their conscientious objector rights to not provide the morning after pill? How will the government legislate to ensure fair and equal access for abortion care while accommodating those who will not tolerate the reality of women’s healthcare needs? Yours sincerely, Deirdre Gorman

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Business Naughten: ‘How small businesses can save up to 90% on lighting costs’ The Minister for Communications, Climate Change and Environment Denis Naughten is urging small businesses across the country to apply for funding under his Department’s Smart Lighting Grant Scheme. Minister Naughten says he secured an increase this year to ensure more

small businesses could avail of the Government’s Smart Lighting fund following a successful pilot scheme in 2017. The total funding allocation secured in 2018 by Minister Naughten is €3 million, which is a significant increase on the 2017 budget of €550,000.

“Applications are now open and the increase in funding means the Scheme can be rolled out more widely across the country benefitting even more small businesses this year,” stated Minister Naughten. “The purpose of the support Scheme is to help SMEs reduce their

energy use and costs. The grant will cover more than one-third of the cost of energy efficient lighting upgrades. There is a further tax incentive under the Accelerated Capital Allowance scheme that is also available and opportunities to negotiate electricity credits with suppliers under the

Roscommon rents rise by 5.2% – to an average of €626 Rents rose nationwide by an average of 11.5% in the year to March 2018, according to the latest quarterly Rental Report by Daft.ie. This represents the eighth consecutive quarter in which annual inflation in rents has been greater than 10% and also that a new all-time high has been set. The average monthly rent nationwide during the first quarter of 2018 was €1,261. This represents a monthly increase of €232 (€2,784 a year) compared to their previous peak in 2008. In Roscommon, rents were on average 5.2% higher in the first three months of 2018 than a year previously. The average advertised rent is now €626, up 27% from its lowest point.

In Dublin, the increase in rents in the year to March 2018 was 12.8% and rents in the capital are now 30%, or €430 a month, higher than their previous peak a decade ago. Galway saw its rents increase by 13.6% in the same period, while in Cork, rents rose by 9.3%. Outside the five main cities, rents rose by an average of 10.1%. There were 3,086 prop-

erties available to rent nationwide in April. This is the lowest number ever recorded for this time of year since the series started in 2006, and the figure marks a 17% decrease on the same date a year previously. Commenting on the report, Ronan Lyons, economist at Trinity College Dublin and author of the Daft Report, said: “Rents have now been rising al-

most three times as long as they fell in the crash and the increases show no signs of moderating. With the exception of Donegal – where Brexit is having a clear effect on the local market – the problem is countrywide, although it is certainly most acute in Dublin. It is clear that, for those who have to look for a new home in the open market, rental inflation remains

well above any reasonable measure of health. “But as ever, rents are only the symptom. The cause remains a chronic and worsening lack of rental supply. Policy must focus on dramatically increasing the construction of urban apartments over the coming years, in order to meet both the backlog of demand and the country’s needs over coming years and decades”.

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‘Iceland’ coming to Roscommon! Supermarket chain Iceland looks set to create up to 20 jobs in Roscommon town. The British company has confirmed in recent days that it has signed contracts to leases a 1,000 sq.ft. commercial unit in Roscommon Retail Park on the Circular Road. Iceland already has 22 stores around the country. Meanwhile, a new €2 million Lidl store is due to open in Castlerea later this month. Last year the German supermarket giant was given permission to demolish its existing store on the Williamstown Road and replace it with a two-storey store. The current store will close this Wednesday and the new supermarket will open on May 31st.

Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme that would bring down the cost of a smart lighting upgrade even further”. The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is administering the Scheme and applications are open until May 31st 2018.

Tara Flynn, from Ballinasloe, Roscommon, Chairperson of the Construction Industry Federation, Galway Branch, at the CIF Galway Branch, annual Gala Ball, at the Ardilaun Hotel,with Dominic Doheny, President, CIF, Tom Parlon, left, Director General, CIF and Justin Molloy, Regional Director, Western/Midlands, CIF.

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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 Metre 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  CALVES FOR SALE AT OUR APPROVED PREMISES: Large selection of all breeds of calves available at all times, Bulls and Heifers. Call Paddy 087 4116003  CALVES FOR SALE: Large selection of fresh calves weekly. Tel: 086 1996367  CALVES FOR SALE: Continental, Angus and Hereford calves for sale. Delivery available. Runners also available. Contact Darragh. Tel: 086 8713864

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FOR SALE  FOR SALE: 50” Sony TV excellent condition, can be seen working. Please reply to BOX NO: 1144, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.  FOR SALE: 2 seater armchair and armchair matching, nice and comfortable, clean €295. Tel: 086 2243846  FOR SALE: 2006 Toyota Yaris, 91,000 miles, NCT until July 2019, taxed until June 2018. The NCT text was this week. Same owner since it was one year old. Roscommon town. Tel: 086 3776948

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Des Kelly Fencing Over 20 years in business All types of fencing supplied and erected Including: • Cresoted Posts • Agricultural Fencing • Site Fencing • Security Fencing • Post & Rail Fencing • Concrete Fencing • Grant Approved Fencing No job too big or too small Just give us a call on

087 2346364 FRANCIS REGAN FENCING LTD For all your fencing needs. Glas Fencing Grant Fencing Post Rail

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 FOR SALE: AberdeenAngus calves/Bull and Heifer calves. Good healthy calves. Tel: 086 2167132

TOPSOIL REQUIRED  CLAY OR TOPSOIL REQUIRED: Good sized loads, Roscommon area. Tel: 086 1005650

BOOM SPRAYER TESTING SERVICE

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Tel: 087 2172281

GARDENING  LAWNCUTTING SERVICE AVAILABLE: Small/medium sized lawns. Tel: 087 0519691

GARDENING SERVICES

• 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:

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

thomasneilan4@gmail.com

Phone John on

D.A.F.M. Approved

087 2860428

Reg No: EL000083

QUAD HIRE Rush licking, spraying, spotspraying, flail mower for cutting rushes, easy on ground

Phone:

087 6982309

JOE HEALY Tree Services • Hedge Cutting • Dangerous Tree removal • Wood Chipping • Fully Insured

Phone:

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: Ash trees for sale also large no of Dale trees. Tel: 087 3662900

087 2721193

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

Bernard Conroy Timber Clearance Ltd Tel: 087 2533101 Firewood For Sale Over 30 years in business

GARDENING

ALL ABOUT THE GARDEN • Roscommon Town • Grass and Hedge Cutting • General Maintenance • Strimming and Weeding

CONTACT KEVIN:

090 6630879 or Mobile

087 2835742 Garden Clearance Complete garden clearance services with debris disposed of. Safety certified and insured.

Tel: 086 2437376 GATELY GARDENING Four Roads, Co. Roscommon • Landscaping • Timber Decking • Patios • General Maintenance Contact Liam on 086 8749550 or 090 66 27496

PARKLAWN TREE SERVICES • Certified Arborists • Tree Surgery • Dangerous Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Leylandii hedges reduced and shaped. Comprehensive insurance cover. I.S.A. member.

Tel: 086 6077307 or 086 8125165 www.parklawntreeservices.com

HOLISTIC

A New Life Holistic Therapy Meditation Evenings every Wednesday at 7.30pm in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon. Holistic Therapy Clinic takes place every Monday 10am - 5pm by Certified Holistic Therapist at Conlon’s Chemist, Athleague, Roscommon • Integrated Energy Therapy • Indian Head Massage • Reiki • DNA Activation • Angel Healing Therapy • Angel Card Readings

Phone Aileen for appointment:

087 7771890 JOAN MOORE Therapy Rooms • Sports Massage • Deep Tissue Massage • Reflexology • Indian head Massage • Reiki • Aromatherapy • Dry needling • Thai Massage Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon

087 9201818 Gift vouchers now available

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

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

086 1930766 HEALTH & WELL-BEING

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

Contact Walter on 087 9519873

HOLISTIC

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

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

086 3614230

PAINTING & DECORATING

PROPERTIES TO LET/RENT/WANTED

PAINTER & DECORATOR

 PUB WANTED: To lease with option to buy. Tel: 087 7692029

Private & Commercial Power washing 25 years experience Free Estimates Given

 TO LET: Large spacious 2 bed apartment to let, The Walk, Roscommon town. Tel: 087 2822534

Phone Alan on:

090 6661635 or Mobile:

087 2683079 PROFESSIONAL PAINTING & DECORATING CONTRACTOR

& orthopaedic sports massage Appointments with Anne Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday. Molloy’s Pharmacy, The Harrison Centre, Roscommon

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

086 3482387

KENNELS

info@moleskinarchitecture.com

CONTACT JOHN

LISBROCK BOARDING KENNELS & CATTERY

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086 4679798 PHYSICAL THERAPIST Roscommon Physical Therapy Clinic 18 years experience in treating babies to adults Physical Therapy CranioSacral Therapy Medical Dry Needling Prescription Orthotics Pilates – Small Classes Can we help you? Call us today to enquire Ph. 090 663 0009 Like us on Facebook www.rosptc.com We are now located at: 2 Castleview, Castle Street, Roscommon F42 C902

REFLEXOLOGY MARINA FUREY (MNRRI) African & Classical Reflexology

● Amatsu Therapy

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

For all your decorating needs

REFLEXOLOGY

● Neuromuscular therapy

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

PLANNINGS

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

Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon

Tel: 087 2264951 Find us on facebook

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

PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Cloonbigny, Taughmaconnell, Co. Roscommon. I hereby apply to the above authority on behalf of Anthony Flynn for planning permission to construct a slatted shed and a loose housing shed to include concrete aprons and all associated works at the above location. Signed : Oliver Ruane. Survey, Design and Planning Services. Phone : (087) 8188596. www.oliverruane.com The application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. 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 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Rathcroghan Designs intend applying for planning permission on behalf of Enda Casey to retain existing domestic garage together with all associated site works at Ballymacurly South Td., Ballinaheglish, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Martin Dowd Rathcroghan Design, Ballyconboy,Ballinagare, Co. Roscommon 086 2328484 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 a period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission.

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

www.morrislohan.ie ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL SITE NOTICE OF FURTHER INFORMATION / REVISED PLANS Name of Applicant: Enda and Eva Ward Site: Curraghboy, Athlone, Co. Roscommon Planning Reference Number: 18/108 The development applied for consisted of the construction of a two storey extension to rear and bay window to west side of existing dwelling house, proposed windows to playroom and bedroom 3 on western elevations, demolition of existing garage & fuel store shed, construction of a proposed replacement domestic garage/fuel store and associated works at Curraghboy, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Stephen Blake, MRIAI, Registered Architect Trihill, Ballinamore Bridge, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway Mobile: 087 635 8949 sblake2006@gmail.com Significant Further Information/Revised Plans have been furnished to the planning authority in respect of this proposed development, and are available for inspection or purchase at the offices of the authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the planning authority within the statutory time limit. A submission or observation must be accompanied by the prescribed fee of €20, except in the case of a person or body who has already made a submission or observation if it is accompanied by a copy of the acknowledgement of a previous submission /observation.

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Classifieds PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Alan and Sarah Mannion, wish to apply to Roscommon County Council for permission for development at Dun Phaidric, Ballylion Townland, Curraghboy, Co. Roscommon. The development will consist of the demolition of an existing dwelling and adjoining shed; the construction of a new private dwelling; the decommissioning of an existing septic tank and provision of a new replacement proprietary waste water treatment system and soil polishing filter; and all associated site development works. Signed: Alan and Sarah Mannion The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such 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 Jonathon Craven and Samantha O Brien for planning permission to construct dwelling house with treatment system and percolation area and carryout all ancillary site works at Rinnagan, Lecarrow, 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 and that submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Kevin Coyle, hereby give notice that I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning to erect a dwelling house and construct a septic tank system and percolation area and all associated site works at Corralea, Curraghboy, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Lo-Homes Limited Tonamaddy, Creggs, Co. Roscommon. Tel. 090 6621941 Mobile:086 8551835 The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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

PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Hanly Quarries Limited, intend to apply for permission for development at a site in the townlands of Cuilreevagh and Largan, Elphin, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. The development will consist of two no extensions to the south and west of the existing quarry with a combined area of 6.91ha. An environmental impact assessment report has been prepared in respect of the proposed development and will be submitted to the planning authority with the application. Signed: ASE Design Consultants Limited, Drumullin, Elphin, Co. Roscommon. Phone: 071 9 635918 Fax: 071 9 635958 Email: wojciech@hbl.ie Website: www.ase-design.ie The planning application and environmental impact assessment report may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing made on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Noel and Ailish Lally for planning permission to construct dwelling house with domestic garage ,treatment system and percolation area and carryout all ancillary site works at Mountpleasant Strokestown, 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 and that submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of David and Alice Grimes for planning permission to construct a dwelling house, and to install a treatment system and percolation area at Lisdaulan, Knockcroghery, 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 a period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission.

SITUATIONS VACANT  CHEF DE PARTIE REQUIRED. Minimum 2 years experience. Fluent English and good knowledge of European cooking essential. Salary, €30.000 per year - 39 hr week.Please send CV to. info@Keenans.ie Keenans Boutique Hotel, Bar/Restaurant, Tarmonbarry, Co. Roscommon.  LOOKING FOR NANNY: Fluent in either Spanish or French, 5 hours 2 days per week in Carrick-onShannon. Must have own transport. Prior experience required. Tel: 087 3542810

SITUATIONS WANTED  REGISTERED CHILDMINDER: Garda vetted, up to date first aid certificate and child protection and welfare training, childcare training certificates. Have two vacancies available to mind children in my own home. Ballaghaderreen area. Tel: 087 2659070  RELIABLE IRISH GIRL: Available for babysitting, part-time or full-time. Very caring, loves children, lots of experience. References available also willing to do light house work and cooking. Tel: 087 1390411

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

HUGH KILDUFF CABS

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

TOMMY GILLIGAN

CABS

TELEPHONE: 086 8099 503

Pete’s Cabs

Roscommon

Taxi and Minibus hire.

PHONE:

087 2727888 JOHN BEATTIE Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

086 2670670 BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

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

086 2437376  FOR SALE: May sale on loads of last years seasoned turf and large quantities of peat bedding. Tel: 087 1413238

PLASTERING

– Contact –

Peter Lynch 086 8400002

PLASTERING SERVICE All aspects of Plastering ● Interior

Padraig Healy Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible

Tel: 086 2479829

KELLY’S EYE

TURF/FUEL/ FIREWOOD

● Exterior ● Domestic ● Commercial ● Modern &

Traditional Methods ● Restorations ● Dry-lining ● Insulation Telephone

087 6395741 POWER WASHING

Call car direct

(086) 2714879 TUITION GRINDS IN JUNIOR AND LEAVING CERTIFICATE BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTING Tutoring for college students in Business, Accountancy and Taxation.

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

Contact: Nuala McGowan on 086 0352849

Gallagher’s Power Washing Patio’s, Paths, Fencing, Decking, Shed’s Driveways, Concrete, Tarmac, Block Paving Call Pete:

087 4394142

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

USEFUL SERVICES

KEANE OIL BOILERS • Servicing • Repairs • Efficiency Testing Printout • Oil Tank Installation • Oil Boiler Replacement ALL WORK GUARANTEED Fully qualified and insured O.F.T.E.C. Registered TELEPHONE:

087 9131664 SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED DRAINS/SEWERS CLEANED PERMIT NO: NW CPO - 09 - 03267 - 03

TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS: WASHING MACHINE, REPAIRS, DISHWASHER REPAIRS, OVEN AND TUMBLE DRYER REPAIRS Contact Paul on 086 0538977 087 4046478 www.appliance-repairs.ie  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: p086 2553153@gmail.com  SHANE NAUGHTON ROOFING CONTRACTOR Roofing, slating, tiling, 1st and 2nd fixing and flooring. All aspects of carpentry and building undertaken. Tel: 086 3155329.  HANDYMAN AVAILABLE: For block/brick laying, plastering, carpentry, painting and general maintenance also concrete and patios layed. All areas considered. No job too small. Tel: 086 0512267

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

Painter Decorator Powerwashing Plastering Gardening General Handyman

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Gerry:

086 6684179 Is your Kitchen/Bedroom looking tired or dated? Why not get it resprayed in any colour of your choice Large selection of worktops and handles to choose from Contact Stephen on:

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Classifieds

To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633

Appointments

PLANNINGS EXTRA

Used Car Vehicle Coordinator Required

Audi Athlone

with transport provided to suitable applicants, you can earn up to €4,000 per month

Contact Tom: 087 2544129

Audi Athlone at Michael Moore Car Sales have an esteemed reputation for meeting and exceeding the highest level of standards within the motor trade. It ¯Þ ÌêÚ Ú¯õ Æ Æ ¡ê¿¢¿¿ Þå ¤ å¬ å ¿¯ å å¬ ÌÚ Ì¡ ÌêÚ ÌÅ×¿¯Þ¬Å ÆåĢ r Ú currently seeking a full time used car vehicle coordinator to join our vibrant and dynamic team.

Responsibilities: • To ensure all vehicles are photographed and videoed.

Fulltime Receptionist Required For busy business in Roscommon town Hours: 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday Duties include meeting and greeting customers, answering telephone calls and general admin duties Please apply to: Box No 1145 Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon

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ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, James Dooney, intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for Planning Permission for demolition of existing garage, extension and alteration of existing house and all associated works at Sheepwalk, Frenchpark, Co. Roscommon. Signed: MoleskinArchitecture Mote Park, Roscommon 086 3482387 info@moleskinarchitecture.com The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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.

• Responsible for the Audi Approved Plus used car programme.

Skills: • Candidates with a bright personality, solid work ethic. • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Excellent organisational and planning skills, with attention to detail. • Possess good IT skills. • Work well as part of a team. • Smart, professional appearance. • Keen interest in vehicles and technology would be an advantage. An attractive package awaits the ideal candidate. If you feel you can satisfy the above attributes please forward your letter of application together with your CV to mmoore@audiathlone.ie Closing Date: Monday, 14th May.

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Audi Athlone, Dublin Road, Athlone, Co. Westmeath Tel: 090 6449250 www.audiathlone.ie

Now Hiring Roscommon Home Care Support Workers Requirements: FETAC/QQI Level 5 or equivalent Flexible Working Hours

Telephone: 1890 866 766 www.caslahomecare.ie/jobs

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

Family Notices • Anniversary Remembrance • Acknowledgements • Birthday Remembrance Call into our office on Abbey Street, Roscommon

Phone: (090) 66 34633 Email: advertising@roscommonpeople.ie Our deadline for receipt of Family Notices is 2.30pm on Tuesday. We cannot guarantee publication after this time.

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AtYourService CARPENTRY

Eugene Quinn Carpentry • First and Second Fix • Roofing • Timber Flooring • Dry Lining

CARPENTRY

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

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Racecourse Road, Roscommon

Munsboro, Roscommon • Fitted Kitchens & bedroom units

Tel: 086 3686669

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• Attic Conversions and all internal woodwork

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Ronan Hegarty Bespoke Carpentry/Cabinets Kitchens ● Sliding Wardrobes ● Home Study ● Television Cabinets etc ●

Contact Ronan on 087 6035995 email: hegartybespokeprojects@gmail.com email: robedesign.ie@gmail.com Download our brochure on www.robedesign.ie Robe Design Showroom open 7 days a week

Driving School 087 2295551 Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor

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

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Thermally efficient and high security with reinforced frames offering quality without compromise.

Telephone: 090 66 33026

TARMACADAM

Donamon

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

Contact Damien (086) 4007158

Dead & Worn-Out Animals Contact

JOHN GREENE BALLINASLOE

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

INSTALLATION

Bonded Bead Cavity Wall Insulation Cellulose, Sheepswool, Fibreglass, SIGA Airtightness New Buildings & Retroﬁt

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CAROLINE BURKE COACHING

Career, Education and Personal Coaching Helping you to help yourself!

Call in or contact us for free advice and quotes

Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Galway

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HELPING YOU TO LIVE A MORE BALANCED LIFE / DEALING WITH CHANGES IN PERSONAL CIRCUMSTANCES, E.G. RETIREMENT, NEW JOB, SEPARATION, STUCK IN A RUT ETC…..

For appointment call me on 086 8229606 OR email your enquiry to carolinebburke@gmail.com

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

GLASS

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES REGAN Teresa (nee Gavin) Killerr, Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon (2nd Anniversary) In loving memory of a dear wife and mother who died on 17th May 2016 R.I.P.

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be so he put his arms around you and whispered “come to me”. With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away although we loved you dearly we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating hard working hands to rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

Fondly remembered and missed dearly by Teresa’s loving husband Tom, her daughters Pamela, Colette, Evelyn, Ita-Marie and her sons Thomas and John-Paul. ~~~~~~~~~~ With love to a very special Nanny Teresa ... If we could have one lifetime wish a dream that would come true we’d pray to God with all our hearts for yesterday and YOU. In life we loved you dearly in death we love you still in our hearts you hold a place no one else can fill. You left behind our broken hearts and happy memories too ... but we never wanted memories Nanny we only wanted YOU.

Loved, cherished and remembered by your eighteen grandchildren. Anniversary Mass in St. Brides Church, Ballintubber on Sunday, 13th May at 11.30am.

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MELLETT Elizabeth Roscommon

On her 2nd Anniversary - 11th May Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Saturday, 12th May at 10am Greatly missed and loved by her family.

HOLIAN Eamon Kilteevan (24th Anniversary) R.I.P

O’FARRELLY Larry

RYAN JIM

Lenanamalla, Four Roads, Co. Roscommon and 1 Riverside, Clonroadmore, Ennis, Co. Clare (3rd Anniversary)

Creevy, Roscommon (14th Anniversary) In loving memory of Jim who died on 14th May 2004

Though your smile is gone forever, And your hands I can no longer touch, I still have so many memories, Of you whom I loved so much, Those memories of our time together Are my keepsake with which I’ll never part. God may have you in his keeping, I will always have you in my heart.

Helen I miss your love and friendship And the bond that we all shared I miss your words of wisdom And the way you always cared. Of all the gifts of life on earth, However great or small To have you as my husband Was the greatest gift of all.

Anniversary Mass will be held in The Church of the Good Sheperd, Four Roads on Sunday, 13th May at 11am.

McCORMACK Ronan

We love and miss you always Dad, from John, Eamon, Tom, Trish, Josie, Russell, Charlotte and Lara xx

Forever in our thoughts and prayers, sadly missed by your neighbours and friends. Anniversary Mass on Monday, 14th May at 8 am in Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon.

BURKE Brendan Castlestrange, Athleague, Co. Roscommon (14th Anniversary) In loving memory of Brendan Burke, who died on 17th June, 2004 Rest in Peace

With fond and precious memories of our wonderful son and brother, who left home on May 8th 2010 RONAN,

Beautiful memories are wonderful things, They last the longest day, They never wear out, They never get lost, And can never be given away, To some you may be forgotten, To others a part of the past, But to us who loved and lost you Your memory will always last.

Loved, cherished and remembered every minute of every day by your heartbroken family, Bob, Jacqui, Angelina, Fiona, Clement, Shane, Andy, Anne Gavin, Zoe and Dylan. Anniversary Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Athleague on Friday, 11th May at 7pm.

HUNT Ciss (Castletanna, Four-mile-house, Co.Roscommon) 1st Anniversary 10-05-2018

On the occasion of Ciss’s First Anniversary, Marian, John, John, Joseph and Catherine would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who helped and provided support to us, in the months prior to her passing. We would also like to thank everyone who attended Ciss’s Funeral and to all who helped in each aspect of its organisation. Your kindness and hard work will always be remembered. Ciss’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Four-mile-house Church on Saturday, 12th May at 8pm.

MONAGHAN Carmel and Paddy Cargins, Tulsk (5th and 22nd Anniversaries)

Woodview Court and Carrownabrickna, Roscommon Town (8th Anniversary)

All my love, Margaret x ~~~~~~~~~~~ DAD We once had someone special That money could not buy We had a special father That could not say goodbye You taught us love and fondness You taught us how to care You bound us all together With love few families share But of all that life has given us And of all that’s left to do We never had a greater gift than the years we shared with you. The memories of your smiling face Are with us everyday So meet us in our dreams dear dad And talk to us once more Ease the everlasting pain That makes our hearts so sore And when our lives are through We pray that God will take our hands And lead us straight to you.

You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke and time to care. A wonderful nature, Warm and true, Those are the memories We have of you.

A gentle breeze is blowing on a quiet and peaceful grave Where the one we love is resting. A special corner in our hearts is set aside for you as long as life goes on.

Anniversary Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Athleague on Saturday, 12th May at 7pm.

GONE ARE THE DAYS Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there. The gates of memory will never close, We miss you more than anyone knows. With tender love and deep regret, We who love you will never forget.

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES COMISKEY Mary The Walk, Roscommon Who passed away peacefully on 14th May 2017

Already a full year has passed so quickly, as we approach May 14th, the First Anniversary of losing our beloved Mary and we continue to struggle with the reality of her loss. Thinking back on the time, from the beginning of Mary’s short illness, to the morning of her passing and all through this past year, we realise that it was only due to all the support and practical kindnesses of so many people, that we have been able to get through what was and continues to be an extremely difficult time. We write this, not just as an acknowledgement, but rather as an appreciation of what it meant to have the love and support of our extended family and friends who shared every day and night of Mary’s illness with us. We thank sincerely Dr. Lynn, Dr. Fiona Sweeney and the staff in Roscommon Medical Centre for their care and kindness to Mary in the quest to control her pain and referring her to Dr. O’Loughlin and staff in Roscommon University Hospital who in turn were so kind to her and ensured that the urgency of her situation was promptly addressed. Mary’s illness took her to several hospitals and we thank them all sincerely for their care and sensitivity. For someone who had never been in hospital before, Mary had to adjust to her new situation and we are so grateful to her close friends who visited her throughout her hospital stay and kept in touch via her mobile. Her phone was her constant companion and she enjoyed all the messages from her friends while she had the strength to keep in touch. To our friends and neighbours on The Walk and in the wider community how do we express our appreciation of what it means to be part of such a special and generous community and neighbourhood that is Roscommon Town and beyond. The kindness and generosity which we received from such huge numbers of people during Mary’s illness, at the time of her Funeral and after were so far beyond anything we could have imagined and we sincerely thank you all so much. To Mary’s fellow crafters in The Knockcroghery Knitters we thank you so much for your friendship and encouragement which she enjoyed so much and deeply appreciate and thank you for your very special gesture of making a presentation to the Pet Home in Mary’s memory. To Mary’s friends/colleagues and the children of Scoil Mhuire where Mary was truly at her happiest, a deep sincere thank you for your loyalty and friendship which she dearly appreciated and valued. The singing of ‘Queen of the May’ by the children as Mary was taken into the Church for her Funeral Mass was something which we will treasure forever and Mary would have been so proud. To those of you, together with Mary’s close friends from AIT who kept vigil with us at Mary’s bedside, we are eternally grateful. A very special word of thanks to Professor Ridgeway of Tallaght Hospital, Dr. Stephen Higgins and his Palliative Care team, Dr. Tara Feeley and Pain Management team, the nurses and staff of Lynn Ward, Tallaght Hospital for their extreme kindness and exceptional care of Mary. Also to Fr. John Kelly whose pastoral support was a great source of peace and comfort to Mary. To Pat Smyth we wish to say a very special thank you for facilitating us in every way possible and for your guidance and support through the days of the Funeral. Thank you also to Fr. John Cullen for the very special Mass and beautiful Homily celebrating Mary’s short but fulfilled life, assisted by Monsignor Travers and Fr. Fitzgerald. We thank you all especially for constant support and reassurance of your prayers throughout her illness. To all Mary’s friends in both the Sacred Heart Church Choir and Roscommon Solstice Choir, together with Roscommon Folk Group, we thank you so much for your heartfelt singing which was such a beautiful enhancement to such a beautiful celebration of Mary’s life. To John Hoare and his team in St. Coman’s Cemetery we are so very grateful for the way you prepared Mary’s final resting place with such care, decorating it with her favourite colour flowers. We also thank John for the way he cares for the Cemetery throughout the year with extra touches for special occasions such as November and Christmas Candles. A huge thank you to Roscommon Gaels Football Club and ladies committee for making The Hyde Centre available to us and serving refreshments after the Funeral. Finally, to all of you who queued at our house for such a long time to pay your last respects to Mary, thank you most sincerely. Also to all who attended the Funeral Mass, sent Mass Cards, messages of sympathy, floral tributes, made contributions to Tallaght Hospital Palliative Care or contributed in any way, thank you all so much. To all who were unable to be with us, but thought of us and prayed for us and continued to do so, we are eternally grateful. As it would be impossible to thank everybody individually, we trust that you will accept this as a token of our sincere thanks and appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. Mary’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Sunday, June 3rd at 12.15pm. Ar dheís Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

McPHILLIPS Michael (3rd Anniversary)

Death leaves heartache no one can heal but love leaves memory that no one can steal.

Sadly missed by all his family and friends. Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon Town on Tuesday, 15th May at 10am.

SHIEL Mary (10th Anniversary)

Racing in Ireland today is at Tipperary with an all national hunt card starting at 5.30 pm. The last 3 races are confined to point to point horses. Tomorrow the first of a two-day meeting takes place at the Curragh with stalls opening for the first at 1.20 pm and 2.10 pm on Saturday. There is also national hunt racing at Kilbeggan on Friday at 5.35 pm. On Sunday it’s off to Killarney for 3 days racing starting with two all jump card, starting at 1.20 pm on Sunday, and 3rd day on the level on Tuesday. Leopardstown provide the flat action on Sunday away at 2.05 pm. Last weekend in Newmarket the classic season got a perfect start for Aidan O’Brien with a win for Saxon Warrior ridden by son Donnacha from Tip Two Win and Masar. The highlight of the meeting was a four timer for trainer Charlie Appleby and jockey William Buick. The stable failed to complete the Guineas double on Sunday with 66/1 outsider Billesdon Brook winning the 1000 Guineas on Sunday from Laurens with O’Brien’s Happily in third. Mendelssohn ran very disappointingly in the Kentucky Derby on Saturday finishing last of the 20 runners under Ryan Moore.

Monday at Lenebane In loving memory of Mary, late of Ballymoe, Co. Galway, who died on May 10th, 2008. R.I.P. A smile for all A heart of gold The very best this world could hold. Never selfish, Always kind, Those are the memories you left behind. Thinking of you Mary is easy We do it every day, But missing you is a heartache, That never goes away.

Sadly missed by her loving husband Mickie. Anniversary Mass in St. Croan’s Church, Ballymoe on Sunday, 13th May at 10.30am.

MALONE James (Jimmy) Cloonadra, Ballyleague (7th Anniversary) who died on 20th May 2011

Racing for the season at Lenebane opened with the best finish of the day on Monday evening when 10/1 shot Boho beat Future Proof and Burgundy Boy by a neck and a nose in the 1m 2f Auction Race. Another 10/1 shot Well Why Not won the 2nd, a flat handicap, by 1l from For Pleasure and 4½l Zeb City. The 1m 3f Fillies Maiden went to Like An Open Book, first favourite, who just headed Minnie Dahill in the shadow of the post to win by a neck. Strange Notions was 1 ½ l back in third. In the final flat race, Bianca Minola and Curley Bill were both well backed but punters knew their fate as Billy Lee pushed on the former to win from Curley Bill by 1l and outsider Nanabad was 2 ½ l further back. National hunt racing opened with the 2m4f Kepak sponsored bumper for qualified riders and was won by the inform partnership of Noel Meade and Mark O’Hare with Momus from Desir Du Large, 2nd, and Another Cyclone, 3rd by 13l and 3l. In the handicap chase sponsored by myITdepartment Dinnie’s Vinnie stayed on well to beat Concordin and Buck Dancing by ¾l and 5l. went to Carole Rose, a 7/1 shot, beating the favourite Thomond by the minimum distance, a nose. The closing 2m 5f beginners chase

Boho wins from Future Proof and Burgundy Boy at Roscommon.

went to the WP Mullins trained favourite Screaming Rose ridden by his nephew David who was all out to beat The King’s Baby by a neck. The nibbled at Gold Smoke was 3rd. The layers had the best of it with only 2 winning favourites. Next meeting is the first two-day meeting on the 11th and 12th of June.

Kilbeggan Preview Tomorrow evening’s card opens with a 2m 3f Midland Veterinary (Tullamore) Maiden Hurdle with 17 entries and is followed by The Irish Farmers Journal Maiden Hurdle over the minimum trip of 2m with 48 entries. The third on the card is a 2m Irish Stallion Farms EBF handicap hurdle, 38 entries and hurdle racing closes with the Midlands Veterinary Ltd Novice Hurdle over 2m 3f. Racing over the major obstacles starts with the 25 runner Midlands Veterinary Ltd Beginners chase and is followed by the feature race of the day the €20,000 19 runner Belvedere House Gardens Handicap Chase, both over 2m 3f. The action closes with Midlands Veterinary Pro-Am bumper over 2m. The Gigginstown owned Active Force trained by Noel Meade could be ridden by Mark O’Hare in this race and if so should continue the trainer/jockey combinations good run since Nina Carberry retired. The owners also have Denwork, Jan Maat and Moratorium entered in the 25 possibles for this race on this their local course. In the earlier EBF Handicap Hurdle Robin Des Mana returns from fences to flights where he enjoys a much lower mark and may be worth an e/w punt.

General News Corkman Martin Ferris, who suf-

fered a severe leg break in a fall from Another Rebel at Galway in October 2016, has announced his retirement on medical advice. He rode his last winner at Cork in March 2016 on Another Rebel for Michael Winters. We wish him well in his future life which will be pre-training near Thurles. It was only a matter of time as to when it would happen on a racecourse. On Saturday at Goodwood it did happen when about 50 people were involved in a vicious drunken altercation and it is only a matter of time before it happens here. The powers that be defended security arrangements but who was responsible for serving the hooligans the alcohol that fuelled the row? It is time for the track management to face up and take action by refusing obvious drunk fuelled patrons entry and further eject any patrons who get leglessly drunk on the course before something similar happens here.

Point to Point View Racing this weekend starts on Saturday in the north at Loughamore in Co. Antrim at 2 pm. On Sunday with the cancellation of Borris House there are only 2 meetings down for decision in the south, at Tallanstown in Louth at 2.30 pm, and Bartlemy in Cork at 2 pm. The first of the regional leading rider titles was decided last Sunday in Loughrea and Derek O’Connor won his 11th Western Region title with 12 winners. O’Connor missed Loughrea but rode a treble at Dromahane on Gypsy Lee Rose, Alnadam and Sydney Paget.

Competition Time Off to Kilbeggan tomorrow are Cahal O’Brien, Joe Rooney and John Earley. Don’t forget to collect your tickets in the office and hope you all have a successful evening.

We will never forget your name, and in our hearts you will always remain.

Missed by his wife Geraldine, children Paul, Aidan, Barbara, Sarah and Linda, daughters-inlaw, sons-in-law and 13 grandchildren. Anniversary Mass will be held in Ballyleague Church on Sunday, 13th May at 11am.

by Tom Red

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Kilkerrin United on the double! Congratulations are extended to the Roscommon and District Football League Division 1 champions, Kilkerrin United, as they clinched the Connacht Shield last Sunday following a hard-fought 1-0 win over Mayo side, Swinford FC at the Roscommon & District Football League grounds in Lecarrow. As expected, it turned out to be a real battle in the sunshine but Kilkerrin fully deserved their victory. Declan Murphy grabbed the only goal of the game in injury-time at the end of the first half. Murphy volleyed from

outside the box for what proved to be the winning goal. There were terrific scenes of celebration at the final whistle as Kilkerrin players, management and supporters enjoyed a famous provincial win. Elsewhere last weekend, Ballinasloe Town, St. Peter’s and St. John’s Athletic all made it to the semifinals of the Challenge Cup. Ballinasloe Town beat cup holders Castlerea Celtic 2-0 in Castlerea. Joe Woods headed their first after 49 minutes and Garry Canavan sealed victory with fifteen minutes left to play.

Kilkerrin United goalscorer Declan Murphy drills a shot towards goal. Pic: Andrew Fox

In an evenly contested game at Lecarrow, St. John’s Athletic also overcame Cloonfad United by two goals to nil. Daire Keenan created an opening for John Drummond to open the scoring after 25 minutes before Daire Keenan sealed the Lecarrow side’s progression on 62 minutes. Meanwhile, St. Peter’s thumped Division 2 side Rahara Rovers 10-2 at Lecarrow. Mark Sherlock and Noel McGee both chipped in with hat-tricks while Garvan Broughal, Niall Scullion, Garry Stephens and Mark McConnell added one each.

Kilkerrin United’s Fiachna McEntee, Eoin Folan, Aidan Kitt and Evan Fahey celebrate after the final whistle in Lecarrow last Sunday. Picture: Andrew Fox

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

Dooner’s weekend predictions Congratulations to Division One champions Kilkerrin United on their Connacht Shield success against Swinford in Lecarrow last Sunday. Kilkerrin are in Division One Cup action this weekend and could make it a treble as they prepare to join the big boys in the Premier Division next season.

Saturday, May 12th RDFL Challenge Cup QuarterFinal Moylough ’79 v Ballymoe FC. 6 pm Tricky for Ballymoe but they should progress. Prediction: Ballymoe FC Herald Premier Division Castlerea Celtic v St. John’s Athletic. 7.45 pm The Hoops should win this to set up a final day showdown with St. Peter’s. Prediction: Castlerea Celtic

The Herald Premier Division Dysart FC 1 Ballymoe FC 2 Moore United 0 Ballaghaderreen FC 0

Sunday, May 13th Herald Premier Division (11 am) Dysart FC v Ballaghaderreen FC The hosts should have enough against a Ballaghaderreen side which picked up a well-earned point against Moore last weekend. Prediction: Dysart FC St. Peter’s FC v Cloonfad United Surely St. Peter’s have one hand on the title? Prediction: St. Peter’s FC RDFL First Division Cup SemiFinal CP Ajax v Kilkerrin United. 11 am A United treble is still on the cards. Prediction: Kilkerrin United RDFL Second Division Cup SemiFinal Glen Celtic v Cam Celtic. 11 am Hard to see past Cam Celtic here. Prediction: Cam Celtic Umbro Masters League (7 pm) Cam Celtic v Glen Celtic Dunmore Town v Ballinasloe Town Skyvalley Rovers v CB Trotters

TP Brennan Connacht Junior Shield Final Kilkerrin United 1 Swinford 0 RDFL Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals Castlerea Celtic 0 Ballinasloe Town 2 St. John’s Athletic 2 Cloonfad United 0 St. Peter’s FC 10 Rahara Rovers 2 RDFL Premier Division Cup Semi-Finals Shiven Rovers 1 Boyle Celtic 4 Killeen Sports Grounds Division Two Boyle Celtic B 0 Skyvalley Rovers B 0 Cam Celtic 2 Cloonfad United B 0 Castlerea Celtic B 2 Glen Celtic 0 RDFL Second Division Cup Semi Finals Roscommon United 1 Moylough ‘79 5 Naomh Treasa NS, Corrigeenroe, Boyle Co. Roscommon, winners of the Girls Category A (small schools) in the SPAR Primary 5s Connacht finals, pictured with their teacher Louise Lavin; Ronan Clohessy, SPAR Brand Manager, and Ciaran Callaghan, SPAR Retail Operations Advisor for Connacht/Ulster. Photo: Michael Donnelly

Umbro Masters League Ballinasloe Town 3 Cam Celtic 2 CB Trotters 2 Dunmore Town 3 Skyvalley Rovers 0 Glen Celtic 1

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SPORTING WORLD WITH DAN DOONER GAA can’t ignore amalgamation nation @dan_dooner

THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner There was further evidence of the difficulties facing the GAA at all levels this week. Kevin McStay called for the association to provide financial support for transport and catering for all counties at senior level in his inter-

view with Seamus Duke. Meanwhile, Glenamaddy, Williamstown and Glinsk GAA Clubs have been forced to amalgamate at underage level due to a lack of young players in all three areas. Two issues borne of the same funda-

mental problem: an imbalance when it comes to the funding and development of the GAA (and everything else) in rural Ireland. According to McStay, Roscommon has no fewer than 26 players based in Dublin with taxi costs running into the tens of thousands each year. The Primrose and Blue are not alone when it comes to this mass exodus of players to

the ‘big smoke’, Stephen Rochford spoke recently about the Mayo contingent who regularly return to Dublin after midnight following midweek training sessions. Back to Glenamaddy Community Centre last Monday and new Northern Gaels Secretary, Gabriel Travers, said that the amalgamation of the three local clubs was unavoidable in

order to continue to provide competitive football for local players at underage level. There are similar arrangements in both north and south Roscommon where juvenile numbers are decreasing. Both of these issues will become more prominent as people from this region are forced to migrate east in search of work while rural clubs and the so-called

smaller counties continue to struggle. Looking ahead to the inter-county action this summer, the Super 8s is an exciting concept that will hopefully avoid the damp squib the championship has served up in recent years, certainly in terms of a televised spectacle. On the other hand, it could be a death knell for counties that can’t afford

to compete with the Dublins, Kerrys and Tyrones of this world. Most pundits can already pick six of the eight counties for this new format. How long before a regular ‘Super 8’ emerges and breaks further away from the rest? And how long before the amalgamation we see at underage level in rural Ireland becomes the norm among the senior ranks?

Northern Gaels in Minor ‘A’ Final Northern Gaels is an amalgamation of Glenamaddy, Glinsk and Williamstown GAA Clubs at underage level. The new club was officially launched in Glenamaddy last Monday and has been in operation for the last three months. Next Wednesday (16th) the Northern Gaels Minor team will contest the Galway Minor ‘A’ League Final against Caherlistrane in Tuam. Pictured is the Northern Gaels Minor team and management at the official launch on Monday night. More on Northern Gaels GAA in next week’s paper. Pic: Andrew Fox

The sporting brief Golf

Wool Merchants We begin our weekly round-up in Roscommon where Jackie Somers took home the AIB Roscommon Lamb Festival Wool Merchants Cup last Sunday. Jackie’s 65 nett was enough to see off Declan Browne (65) and Clement McCormack (66) while Brian Feeley took the gross prize with 74. Athlone’s gents are in action against Loughrea in the Pierce Purcell Shield this Saturday while the ladies have a 9-hole qualifier next Wednesday. Eoin McGrath won the most recent Wednesday Open with 42 points, John

Duggan won the 9-Hole with 21 and B Nott claimed AWGS honours with 22. In the ladies’ competitions, Liz Dunn was best of the 97 Club with 22 points while Margaret Geoghegan leads the monthly running with 49. To Boyle next where Pat Conroy’s All-Ireland Fourball team had a fantastic win over Strandhill. Up next is the winner of Castle Dargan or Tubbercurry. Meanwhile, the men’s midweek competition last Thursday was won by Conor Hamill with 20 points, Sean Heslin was second with 19 and Vincent Egan came third with 18. To Castlerea next where home golfer Ciara Maher was best of the Ladies on

Gala Day with 38 points. Breege Flanagan from Ballaghaderreen finished three points further back while Mary Kenny (Castlerea) was third. Teresa Meaney took the recent ladies’ competition at the club with 40 points and Seán Collins was best of the gents, also with 40 points.

Handball

Onewall Nationals The biggest event on the Irish Handball calendar took place in Breaffy House, Castlebar last weekend, with over 400 games played in the Onewall Nationals.

Fiona Tully was the outstanding Roscommon player on show and enjoyed impressive wins over Mayo’s Pauline Gallagher and Kilkenny’s Ciara Mahon in the Ladies Open Singles. Unfortunately, she was well beaten in the final by the reigning Onewall Nationals champion Martina McMahon from Limerick, who took her third title in a row. Philip Halliday won an easy opening match against Galway’s Keith Giblin in the Boys 15 & Under grade and then recovered to beat Wexford’s Ben Keeling by a single point, before bowing out to Galway’s Mikey Kelly in the quarter-final. The Treacy twins, Siobhan and Ais-

ling, both won their opening matches against Galway’s Brona Ni Cheallachain and Alannah Hynes respectively. Siobhan then put in an excellent performance against second seed Calliosa Ni Dhuill from Armagh before losing out to three late points. Aisling had a more clear-cut loss to Galway’s O’Malley-Walsh. Rory and Eoghan Carthy competed in the Boys 13 & Under grade. Rory had a good win over Aidan McGeough from Monaghan while Eoghan beat Galway’s Ethan Kyne. In the next round, Rory lost a cracker to Tyrone’s impressive Eoin McElholm and Eoghan showed tremendous speed in his narrow loss to Galway’s Stephen Kelly.

People’s champions of the week

League of her own! Roscommon’s Niamh Farrell received the Camogie Division 3 Player of the League award from Kathleen Woods, President of the Camogie Association, at Croke Park last Friday night. Congratulations Niamh!

Congratulations to Roscommon & District Football League Division One champions, Kilkerrin United, who completed a very impressive double last Sunday by beating Swinford FC of Mayo to claim the Connacht Shield at Lecarrow. Pic: Andrew Fox

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Rossies set for trip to Carrick So it’s Leitrim to face Roscommon on the 26th of May and I had a sneaking suspicion that they would sneak through in New York but what a tight squeeze it was. Listening to the commentary it looked like New York would win it in extra-time but in fairness to Leitrim they remained composed to just about get over the line. We will have plenty more time to preview that Connacht semi-final in the next few weeks but I am expecting Roscommon to win that game comfortably. However, it’s a pity for the game in the county that the junior team were dumped out of the championship by Mayo last Wednesday night. Our fringe players could have done with a few extra games. It’s a setback for sure and a worry that a team with so many players on our senior panel were defeated by a team made up of junior and intermediate players.

Hurlers face tough opener It has been a terrible few years for Roscommon hurling. The profile of the county at national level has slipped further and further each year, and this weekend the county team are in Newbridge to face Kildare in the Christy Ring Cup. It is a very tough start to the championship. The league campaign will not be much inspiration but I know that under Ciaran Comerford the team have been training hard. Kildare will be the red-hot favourites to win so hopefully they will be a little complacent. It will be a tall order for Roscommon to go there and win but you never know in sport. Good luck to all concerned.

Minors can turn it around The minor footballers’ defeat to Galway last Friday night was a bit of a shocker. This is a talented team that had been preparing hard for the past five months. But after Galway got the two goals in injury-time at the end of the first half, Roscommon’s challenge totally collapsed and it was hard to watch in the second half as the home side ran riot. The brutal reality is that a defeat against Mayo on Friday night in Kiltoom will see Roscommon out of the championship before the middle of May, which would be a terrible pity. The management team of Paul Staunton, Stephen Lohan and Michael Gallagher will have the unenviable task this week of lifting the players to produce a performance against a Mayo team who hammered Leitrim last week. I don’t believe all is lost. There are many fine young footballers on this Roscommon team. They froze and lost their way last Friday night. If they can play for the entire 60 minutes they can turn the ship around. It won’t be easy but it can be done.

Championship Watch Connacht SFC Quarter-Final:

Mayo v Galway on Sunday at 4 pm Outside of the All-Ireland semi-finals, this is the summer’s most eagerly awaited championship game. After being beaten by Galway in each of the last two years, Mayo will be anxious to go the direct route this year as their team puts up more and more miles on the clock. Lee Keegan is a huge loss but Mayo will be giving this everything. I have a feeling there is one more huge game in Stephen Rochford’s men and that they will edge it by a point or two. It promises to be an absolutely huge battle and as they say: ‘no place for a gasan!’ Prediction: Mayo

Ulster SFC:

Donegal v Cavan on Sunday at 3.30 pm Roscommon will face Leitrim in the Connacht Championship Semi-Final at Carrick-onShannon on Saturday, May 26th. Pic: Andrew Fox

All eyes on Castlebar! There will be major national focus on the Mayo v Galway match on Sunday. It may not be a football classic but there will be a huge amount at stake and it is the biggest game that we will see in the football championship this side of August. They do not like each other and Mayo will have to win it, as a long drawnout back-door route will not suit them this year. I have a nagging feeling Mayo will win it. It will be a throwback to days of yore with a full house in Castlebar but I will settle for the armchair view. I’d love to go but the prospect of sitting in traffic for two hours after the game is putting me off. The almost chaotic championship calendar will begin in earnest this weekend and we are facing the biggest changes in the football and hurling championships in the history of the association. It could be really exciting or it could blow up in their faces. Time will tell.

Leinster SFC:

Wexford v Laois on Saturday at 6.30 pm Not much to choose between these two. Wexford are hard to beat at home but Laois were unbeaten in Division 4 and maybe that momentum might carry them through. Prediction: Laois

Leinster SFC:

Louth v Carlow on Sunday in Drogheda at 3 pm

Damien Comer will be hoping to lead Galway to another famous victory over Mayo this weekend in Castlebar.

Kevin McStay had some very interesting things to say about that in his interview in this paper this week. I am not a follower of the squeezed league schedule and we saw what the bad weather did to that programme. I

wonder are there any unforeseen problems ahead for the football and hurling championships? If Roscommon get into the Super 8s (which they should) it could well be a massive summer for the fans. Let the action begin!

‘Fifth Major’ this weekend The biggest golf tournament of the years in terms of prize money, the so called ‘fifth major’, The Players’ Championship, will take place at Sawgrass this coming weekend and it is brilliant TV. The iconic 17th hole provides

one of the toughest challenges in the game. It is a very short hole but the pressure on the players standing on the tee is massive and it’s a huge test for those in contention on Sunday. All the big names are playing.

Tiger Woods has been going well since his return to the game but he has not shot the light out at any stage. His putting is poor but if he gets the flat stick going he could be in contention. I’ll be backing Rickie Fowler this week.

Huge day of sport coming up… What a day of sport lies ahead on Saturday, May 26th with the Rossies facing Leitrim in Carrick-on-Shannon in the Connacht semi-final at 5.30 pm and then Liverpool in the Champions League final at 7.45 pm. I wrote in this column in January that Liverpool were

Both of these sides would have designs on winning an Ulster title this year. Cavan had a great league and while Donegal’s campaign wasn’t so good they played some great football. The loss of Dara McVeety will be felt by Cavan as he is their best player. At home, and with the McHughs and Paddy McBrearty on board, I expect Donegal to win. Prediction: Donegal

capable of winning the Champions League because of the quality of their attack and now that they are in the final they have every chance of taking a 6th title. Real Madrid are a great team but they are not as strong as they were over recent seasons. If Liverpool can stop

the supply to Ronaldo they can win it. Remember, I am a Manchester United fan. If Liverpool do win I will probably stay in Carrick-on-Shannon for the weekend and not come back at all because I’ll never hear the end of it!

Two of the Leinster minnows clash in Drogheda. Louth were very poor in Division 2 and never won a match. Carlow are on a high after being promoted from Division 4 but are without the inspirational Brendan Murphy. There won’t be much in it. Prediction: Carlow

Leinster SFC:

Offaly v Wicklow on Sunday in Tullamore at 3 pm Wicklow have had a nightmare season so far and ended up bottom of the Division 4 table. Offaly are going through a transition period too but at home they should have the measure of John Evan’s Wicklow side. Prediction: Wicklow

Leinster SHC:

Offaly v Galway on Saturday in Tullamore at 7 pm Offaly have improved under Kevin Martin and will pose much more of a threat than in recent years. But Galway will come with all guns blazing and there is only one possible outcome. Prediction: Galway

Leinster SHC:

Dublin v Kilkenny on Sunday in Parnell Park at 2 pm I expect Dublin to give this a real lash. But the Cats are back in business after a super league campaign. There won’t be much in it but Kilkenny have to be the choice. Prediction: Kilkenny

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THE GAIN LINE

RFC Buccs secure the Plate!

Pitch Development Draw this Saturday!

An impressive Buccaneers squad proved too strong and savvy for Creggs as the Athlone side captured the Connacht U-17 Plate silverware 29-7 in an entertaining decider played at The Green, Creggs, on Sunday. On an absolutely and long overdue gorgeous sunny afternoon, conditions were near perfect for this final and a large attendance added greatly to the occasion at the border village.

This Saturday is a huge day in the world of rugby as Leinster face Racing 92 in the Champions Cup Final at 4.45 pm (Irish time) and Creggs prepare to host their all-important Rugby Pitch Development Draw later that evening. The good news is that there are still tickets available for the draw from all members and players, priced at €10 each or €50 for a book of six. Tickets are also on sale at MJ Farrell Jewellers in Roscommon town and online at www.CreggsRugby.ie until 6 pm on Saturday evening. With 26 wonderful prizes on offer, this is a great way to support the club in providing the first full-sized IRB approved 3G rugby pitch in Connacht as well as other grass pitches and facilities in Creggs. Club members including players, coaches, parents, children and sponsors, supporters and friends of Creggs Rugby are all very welcome along on Saturday evening. Meanwhile, Creggs RFC was nominated along with Ballina and Sligo for Connacht Club of the Year at the Connacht Rugby Awards last Sunday in Galway. As expected, Division 1A champions Ballina won the award and Creggs congratulate them on their well-earned success!

Player of the Year awards The Buccaneers Annual Awards Gala, at which the club’s Players of the Year will be honoured, takes place in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone, on Saturday, May 19th. The club will also fete our players who played on various Ireland teams during the season as well as marking the achievement of our first British and Irish Lion, Robbie Henshaw. The Michael Hanley Memorial Perpetual Cup will be presented at the Gala event to the Buccaneers Club Person of the Year. It promises to be a super event and tickets are now on sale from our Administrator Geraldine at 086-1732711. Early booking is urged so that numbers attending can be finalised in good time.

AGM coming up Connacht U-18 Girls Player of the Year, Kayley Mannion from Glenamaddy, was presented with her award by Fraser Gow, Club & Community Administrator at Connacht Rugby at last weekend’s Connacht Rugby Awards in Galway.

Doug Howlett, Munster and All Blacks all-time try scorer, is supporting Creggs Pitch Development Draw which takes place this Saturday night.

Creggs prop-forward, Aidan Leech was also nominated for Connacht Junior Player of the Year but that award was won by Fergal Tuffy of Ballina RFC. The Connacht U-18 Girls Player of the Year award was won by Kayley Mannion. Congratulations to Kayley. Irish international Grainne Egan from Ballygar was also shortlisted for the Connacht Rugby Women’s Player of the Year, which went to Alison Miller on this occasion. Congratulations to Grainne, who was also a former winner of this award. The winners were announced at the Connacht Rugby Awards Ball in Galway last Sunday night. The occasion also marked the retirement of John Muldoon, Andrew Browne and JP Cooney.

Youth Rugby Last Sunday, Creggs U-17s lost out to Buccaneers in the Connacht Plate Final.

Mini Rugby Creggs U-12 girls will train again this Saturday morning in Creggs at 11 am, as they prepare for the Aviva Mini Rugby Festival at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin a week later, on May 19th. New players are very welcome to come along to train this Saturday and to take part in the Blitz. There will be a surprise Irish international guest coach in Creggs this Saturday morning with Dave Purcell and Michéal Glennon.

The Annual General Meeting of Buccaneers RFC takes place in The Bounty on Thursday, May 24th at 8 pm. All paid up members should have received their notifications and nomination forms at this stage. Nominations and/or proposals should be submitted forthwith to the club’s Secretary.

Tag Rugby this summer! The Tag Rugby Summer League gets underway on May 31st and will continue every Thursday for nine weeks with the finals night scheduled for July 26th. Squads of 12 can be registered at www.irfu.ie. Teams of 7 on the pitch for matches, three of whom must be female. Entry is €495 per squad.

Tribesmen hammer shell-shocked minors Connacht Minor (U-17) Football Championship Round Robin (Round 1)

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Two goals in injury-time at the end of the first half, added to an alarming Roscommon implosion in the second half, meant that the Primrose and Blue suffered one of their heaviest defeats in the history of the Connacht Minor Football Championship at Tuam last Friday night. It means that Paul Staunton’s team will have to get something

4-18 0-8 out of their clash with Mayo in Kiltoom this Friday or their 2018 championship will be over. On a perfect evening for football and on a superb pitch, it is incredible to report that the sides were tied at 0-5 apiece with 30 minutes gone, but Galway goals from Matthew Cooley from a penalty and Aidan Halloran in time added on saw Galway go into the break leading by 2-5 to 0-5, and Roscom-

mon never recovered after that. In the second half, Galway ran riot and scored at will. Roscommon’s defensive frailties that were shown up in the Ted Webb and Fr Manning Cup finals last year when they conceded seven goals in those two games, were evident here again and all three of the full-back line were taken off as the Galway scores piled up in the second half. It was so different in that opening 30 minutes. With Liam Ormsby operating as a sweeper, Roscommon matched their opponents and Ormsby and Eoghan Derwin kicked a couple of good points too. But when Daniel Cox was fouled

and Matthew Cooley slotted home the resultant spot kick in the 31st minute, the alarm bells started to ring for Roscommon. Worse was to follow as Ryan Monaghan’s great run a minute later was finished to the Roscommon net by Aidan Halloran. Roscommon needed a quick response on the restart, and although Liam Ormsby opened the scoring with a good point, the visitors would not score for 15 minutes more as Galway cut loose. Matthew Cooley added a third goal in the 38th minute and the same player waltzed through the Roscommon defence five minutes later for another three-pointer.

With points flying over from all angles the gap was getting wider and the final whistle was a relief to a shell-shocked Roscommon team. This kind of collapse can happen at this level when the tide turns against a team, but the facts are that Roscommon will have to recover quickly to face Mayo on Friday night or their championship will be over almost before it began. Liam Ormsby and James Fitzpatrick were prominent for the Rossies at times but for the rest it is a night that they will want to forget in a hurry. Galway: Donie Halloran; Conor Halband, Sean Black, Cian Deane; Ryan

Monaghan (0-4, frees), Tony Gill, Cathal Sweeny (0-1); Paul Kelly (0-2), Conor Raftery (0-1); Liam Judge, Aidan Halloran (22), Oisin McCormack; Oisin Gormally (0-4, 1 free), Daniel Cox (0-1), Matthew Coole (2-2, 1-0 pen). Subs: Eoghan Tinney (0-1) for Halloran (47), Eanna McCormack for McCormack (50), James McLoughlin for Judge (51), Ruari McSweeney for Gill (56), Dylan Joyce for Cooley (57), Odhran Dooley for Black (57). Roscommon: Daniel Connolly; Sean Trundle, Dylan Gaughan, Kealen Gunning; Robbie Dolan, Ruaidhri Fallon, Jack Lohan; Enda Crawley, Jonathan

Hester; Aaron McDermott (0-1), Liam Ormsby (02), Eoghan Derwin (0-2); Fearghus Lennon, Shane Cunnane (0-2 frees), James Fitzpatrick (0-1). Subs: Niall Moran for Hester (22), Cathal Brogan for Trundle (h/t), Charlie Carthy for McDermott (39), Darragh Murray for Gaughan (41), Richard Walsh for Derwin (49), James Browne for Gunning (53). Referee: Barry Judge (Sligo) Wides: Roscommon 5 (3 first-half) Galway 9 (5 first-half) Man of the Match: Cathal Sweeney (Galway)

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‘Two wins and it all McStay talks ahead of championship opener With the sun making an all too rare appearance in the skies over Ireland and grass beginning to grow again after a long winter, this year’s Connacht Championship is apon us. At the start of the year Roscommon manager Kevin McStay set two goals for the team. One was to be competitive in Division 2 of the league and the other was to get to the new ‘Super 8’ series. Aim number one was delivered in fine style and now Division 1 beckons in the spring of 2019. Aim number two will get underway on Saturday, May 26th with a Connacht semi-final showdown against Leitrim. So how are preparations going and where are Roscommon two weeks out from their championship debut? Kevin sat down with Seamus Duke last Thursday evening to provide an update on preparations ahead of Roscommon’s Connacht title defence…

Kevin McStay has said that he and his selectors will be sitting down to pick a panel of 30 over the coming days. Pic Andrew Fox

You were very disappointed with the outcome of the junior match against Mayo?

So are you happy with the Roscommon panel a couple of weeks out from the semi-final?

Oh I was disappointed. It didn’t work out the way we had hoped at all. It’s a setback if you want it to be that but the reality is that too many of the lads did not perform on the night and my sense is that we have left a provincial title behind us where a lot of young players would have been involved, wearing the Roscommon jersey. We also had a few guys coming back from injury as well who needed game time. You have to take your hat off to Mayo: they kept at it and never gave up and they had a bit of luck at the end so I have to admit that we were disappointed because we put a bit into it. Our lads have been together for the last three months or so and there was a lot of experience there but the damning stat is that we had 11 goal chances and we got one. If you miss that many goal chances you will not win. But it is what it is, and we have to move on. But the worst thing out of it is that Ultan Harney is out now for a number of weeks and that’s a terrible pity because he was just right after a long injury.

The whole idea about the panel for the championship this year was to get a look at the juniors in a number of games but that’s not an option now. We have to be realistic about it and some lads did not perform against Mayo and there are a number who will have to go back to their clubs now and wait for another year to see if they can come again. I will be sitting down with the selectors over the next couple of days and we will be reducing the panel to 30.

What’s the situation with the U20s in the senior panel? We had four players (for the junior game) from the U-20s: James Fetherstone, Ciaran Lennon, Aidan Dowd and Liam Cregg. They are all training with the U-20s since the league ended. The plan is that they stay with the U-20s and we think that is the right thing to do.

Does that mean that Ciaran Lennon will not be playing in the Connacht semi-final?

Yes. Almost certainly he will not be playing. Ciaran’s form has complicated matters to be honest. He played eight national league games and played well in them all. Even when he came on in the junior game he made a big difference.

So why not pick him for the Connacht semi-final? Surely we have to put out our best team in the senior championship, and he is one of our best senior players? In fairness to Shane (Curran), if we take three of four of their best players and play them in the Leitrim match how would he feel? The U-20s’ Connacht final is the curtain-raiser to the Connacht senior final and Roscommon could be in that game. If Roscommon are not in that game then the situation is resolved. Look, we will monitor the situation as it evolves. My sense and Shane’s sense is that he should play with the U-20s.

So does Ciaran’s absence mean you are going to have to find a full-forward?

Yes we are but we have a lot of players on the senior panel who should be

putting their hand up for that position now. Lads like Enda Smith and Shane Killoran for example and there are two or three more that we could play there as well. I have to say that training is going superbly well. The lads couldn’t be doing any more to be honest. We have a few challenge games coming up so we will see who steps up now. Other lads like Cathal Cregg and Conor Daly are also there so we have plenty of options. Niall Daly is out for the Leitrim game and you can’t get too hung up about injuries. It’s part of the job. I am happy that we have about 24 players of an even enough standard at the moment.

struggle. Lee Keegan is out and Cillian O’Connor is very doubtful. It is hard to see where they can win it from but this Mayo team have proved that they are so resilient. I must say I can’t wait to go and see it. But the great thing about this match is that it is a throwback to the past with a full house of 30,000 at a provincial venue. There is something magical about that. That might happen a bit more this year with the advent of the Super 8 and that’s what I am looking forward to. Those days in MacHale Park and Hyde Park years ago when the place was jammed were very special and I think we might be going back to that which is great.

Galway and Mayo will play in one of the biggest games in Connacht for many years on Sunday - what’s your view?

So you are happy with the way preparations are going - taking into account that poor result for the junior team?

It’s a massive game. Galway are the form team but Mayo are an incredible team. This Mayo team are the best team never to win an All-Ireland, that’s for sure. Indeed that story may not be over yet. Every year we think they are gone they come roaring back. My sense is that any team who lose their two best players are bound to

Yeah and we have to gear our training now for the Connacht semi-final and then be spot on for the Connacht final. It’s very simple. We have to win two championship games and then the whole season opens up for us after that. If we can do that and get into the Super 8 then we have had a great season.

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opens up for us’ You had some interesting things to say about the problems with finances and running a county team at the top level earlier this year. Has there been any progress on that issue?

The facts are that this county is a monstrous challenge. It’s down to simple mathematics. The amount of money that’s coming in is not enough to cover what’s going out to pay for the game at all levels. I would say Roscommon has the smallest budget of any county in the top two divisions but that’s where we’re at and we have to accept it. We are going into Division 1 next year and hopefully we will have a good summer this year but we simply cannot compete in terms of funding. The whole financial model of the GAA will have to change. Croke Park are committing to change it, but that will be a slow burner and could take ten years. My view would be that if Croke Park want counties to be operating on

a level playing field they could, for instance, pay the mileage and catering costs of every county in the country. That would give us the space here in Roscommon to operate without our hands tied behind our back. It would cost the GAA 8 to 10 million euros for the whole country. It would take people out of the hardship of trying to operate year in year out. To be honest I don’t know how they operate in Roscommon. It’s a credit to them. We have a couple of great sponsors but it is very tough. We have 26 players in Dublin. Every time we bring them down the country for a training session it costs €1,000 for taxis alone. Just think about that. Club Rossie are doing a great job but the income is not there and that’s the reality.

Finally, you have said you have a feeling that this will be a huge year for the GAA. What do you make of the changes to competitions?

coming together. We have the new club calendar which is very controversial as we have seen. We have the new grades at U-17 and U-20. The Super 8 and the round robin hurling are on the way too. We have seen the tight schedule for the league and how it was affected by the weather. This will be a year of firsts in the GAA and they are all coming together like a big wave. I think it could be incredibly exciting. In our own game, if the Super 8 falls right in terms of results you could have a situation where Roscommon are at home to Mayo or Dublin or Tyrone and that would be incredible. If a team won in Croke Park on match day one and were at home in match day two you could be looking at an All-Ireland semi-final. It’s very exciting. It would be massive if we were involved and that’s the aim. All the changes look very positive but of course it could go the other way too but we’ll see how it turns out.

I do. There is massive change all

BREAKING BALL Roscommon prepare for Leitrim trip  SEAMUS DUKE

The Roscommon senior footballers continue their preparations for the forthcoming Connacht semi-final against Leitrim this weekend. Definitely out are Ultan Harney who pulled a hamstring in Roscommon’s loss to Mayo in the junior championship in MacHale Park last week and Niall Daly who has a long-term foot injury. Roscommon have played Carlow and Monaghan in challenge games in recent weeks and have a game against Dublin pencilled in for the forthcoming week. They will complete their preparations with an in-house match the weekend before the Leitrim game. The Leitrim v Roscommon game will throw in at 5.30 pm on Saturday, 26th May at Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada in Carrick-onShannon. Leitrim survived a stern challenge from New York last Sunday in Gaelic Park to qualify to play Roscommon in the Connacht SFC semi-final. The visitors won with a last minute point from sub Noel Plunkett at the end of extra-time. There was plenty of Roscommon involvement with the New York team as Neil Collins started at corner-back and scored a point, Donal Ward started at full-back, and John Collins came on as a sub in attack.

Young hurlers lose to Mayo Mayo overcame Roscommon’s young hurlers on a scoreline of 3-10 to 3-5 in the first round of the U-17 Celtic Challenge Cup played at Ballyhaunis recently. Despite getting off to a bright start with two first half goals from Dean Conlon, Roscommon found themselves 2-6 to 2-3 behind at the break. Mayo then upped the tempo in the second half, despite a third Roscommon goal from Kyle Kelly, and eventually ran out five point winners following an unanswered 1-2 in the closing stages.

Kevin McStay told People Sport that Roscommon training was geared towards being “spot on” for the Connacht final. Pic: Andrew Fox

Hurlers face difﬁcult opener in Newbridge Christy Ring Cup Round 1: Roscommon v Kildare on Saturday in Newbridge at 3.30 pm  SEAMUS DUKE

Roscommon hurlers face a monumental task when they travel to Newbridge to face Kildare in the opening round of the Christy Ring Cup on Saturday. After a league campaign that petered out in such a disappointing manner, the Rossies are facing tough games against Kildare, Wicklow (at home) and Mayo (away) and they are all against teams operating out of higher league divisions. That, added to the fact that ace defenders Peter Kellehan and Paul Kenny are ruled out,

Glavey’s claim Division 2 title! Michael Glavey’s overcame Pádraig Pearses in the Stone House Restaurant LGFA Division 2 final last Monday evening in Kilbride. Despite going behind early on, Glavey’s, with captain Sheila Brady on form, edged out the Woodmount side on a scoreline of 2-12 to 1-13. Margaret Fox, Helena Cummins, Sandra Forde and Lorraine Brennan (right) are pictured celebrating at the full-time whistle on Monday evening.

means that it will be a severe test for Roscommon. Having said that, Roscommon manager Ciaran Comerford was in an upbeat mood when he spoke to People Sport on Tuesday. “We were very disappointed with the way the league went but the lads have been great since and have given a huge commitment to training and preparation. “Peter Kellehan is out for the year and Paul Kenny will not be available for the first two games so our defence will have to be re-arranged. But we have a sol-

id panel of 24/25 players who have given me 100% in training and their level of commitment to the cause is fantastic. “Kildare are a very good side. In fact they are probably the favourites to win this competition out. They are playing two divisions above us in the league but you never know in sport at this level. If they were a bit off on the day and we play to our ability then we can go there and cause a shock. “This is a very competitive championship. The bottom team in the McDonagh Cup will be in this next season as

well so it will not get any easier. But we are looking forward to this year’s championship and I think our lads will give a good account of themselves on Saturday,” he concluded. It would a major shock if Roscommon were to go to Newbridge and win this match. It’s not impossible of course, but it’s unlikely. Roscommon’s chances in this competition look to be in the games against Wicklow and Mayo, against whom they have a good record in recent years. Prediction: Kildare

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INSIDE: Kevin McStay talks to People Sport…pages 46 & 47  SEAMUS DUKE

Lennon unavailable for Leitrim

Speaking to People Sport this week, Roscommon manager Kevin McStay confirmed the absence of Clann na nGael’s Ciaran Lennon from the Connacht Championship semi-final clash with Leitrim in Carrick-onShannon on Saturday, May 26th. “We had four players last (Friday) night (junior game) from the U-20s: James Fetherstone, Ciaran Lennon, Aidan Dowd and Liam Cregg. They are all training with the U-2’s since the league ended. The plan is that they stay with the U-20s and we think that is the right thing to do,” McStay said before confirming Ciaran Lennon’s absence for the upcoming senior championship game. “Almost certainly he will not be playing. Ciaran’s form has complicated matters to be honest. He played eight national league games and played well in them all. Even when he came on in the junior game he

Full-forward to line-out for U-20s

made a big difference. “In fairness to Shane (Curran), if we take three of four of their best players and play them in the Leitrim match how would he feel? “The U-20s’ Connacht final is the curtain-raiser to the Connacht senior final so Roscommon could be in that game. If Roscommon are not in that game then the situation is resolved. Look, we will monitor the situation as it evolves. My sense and Shane’s sense is that he should play with the U-20s. “But we have a lot of players on the senior panel who should be putting their hand up for that position now. Lads like Enda Smith and Shane Killoran for example and there are two or three more that we could play there as well. “We have a few challenge games coming up so we will see who steps up now. Other lads like Cathal Cregg and Conor Daly are also there so we have plenty of options,” he said.

Ciaran Lennon (pictured in action against Cavan earlier this year) will be unavailable for Roscommon’s Connacht Championship Semi-Final against Leitrim as he lines out for the U-20s. Pic: Andrew Fox

GAA Results King & Moffatt Building Services JAFC (Section A) Clann na nGael 2-13 St. Michael’s 1-11 Kilglass Gaels 4-17 Western Gaels 0-5 Ballinameen 9-13 Roscommon Gaels 2-8 King & Moffatt Building Services JAFC (Section B) St. Dominic’s 1-6 St. Joseph’s 0-5 Pádraig Pearses 2-12 St. Faithleach’s 2-10 St. Ronan’s 3-14 Strokestown 0-11 King & Moffatt Building Services JBFC (Section A) Kilmore W/O Kilbride Elphin W/O St. Croan’s King & Moffatt Building Services JBFC (Section B) Boyle 3-17 Kilglass Gaels 0-10 Tulsk Lord Edwards 5-15 Clann na nGael 0-5

GAA Fixtures Friday, May 11th AFL Division 6 At Creggs: Creggs v Pádraig Pearses. 8 pm Saturday, May 12th AFL Division 5 At Kilbride: Kilbride v St. Barry’s. 7.30 pm AFL Division 6 At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v St Michael’s. 7 pm Sunday, May 13th AFL Division 4 (2 pm) At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards At Kilronan Park: St. Ronan’s v Elphin At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Pádraig Pearses At Mulhern Park: Fuerty v St. Croan’s

At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Roscommon Gaels AFL Division 5 (2 pm) At Ballinlough: Michael Glavey’s v St. Barry’s At Davonna Park: Ballinameen v Boyle At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Kilmore At Kilteevan: St. Joseph’s v Kilglass Gaels At Rockfield: Oran v Kilbride

Underage update Thursday, May 10th U-14 Football League Division 1 (8 pm) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Pádraig Pearses At Clann na nGael: Clann na nGael v Boyle U-14 Football League Division 2 (8 pm) At Kilmore: Cill Moire/Gaeil na Sionanne/Niamh Roine v Oran At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v St. Ciaran’s

At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v St. Michael’s U-14 Football League Division 3 (8 pm) At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg/Michael Glavey’s v St. Croan’s At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v St. Aidan’s U-14 Football League Division 4 (8 pm) At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v St. Brigid’s At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Pádraig Pearses

Sunday, May 13th U-14 Football League Division 1 (11 am) At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v Elphin/ Ballinameen U-14 Football League Division 4 (8 pm) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Cill Moire/Gaeil na Sionanne/Niamh Roine