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RUH mental health unit worst in Ireland An annual report released earlier this week by the Mental Health Commission has ranked Roscommon University Hospital’s 22-bed mental health unit as the worst in Ireland. The commission’s report on mental health services in 2017 rated all centres by compliance with regulations. The Department of Psychiatry in Roscommon University Hospital was the lowest ranked of 64 units nationwide. The unit’s compliance rate also fell considerably within the space of 12 months. It had been 72 per cent in 2016 but had fallen to 52 per cent in 2017. The commission was also critical of the outdoor area used by patients and the unit and described it as a small caged area shared by both non-smokers and smokers.

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The Ballaghaderreen Emergency Reception Centre at the Abbeyfield Hotel, which has been used to accommodate mostly Syrian refugees and asylum seekers since last year, will close by the end of 2019. The Irish Times reported on Monday that the Department of Justice would not be renewing the contract for the centre and that four other centres have instead been chosen to accommodate refugees. No details of the four centres have been made available and while the Department confirmed that the EROC had been unsuccessful in the tender process, the reasons for the failure of the contract to be renewed had not been revealed.

Your ideal weekend away in Ireland? Hunter’s Hotel, near Ashford, Co. Wicklow. Stayed there when coproducing ‘Excalibur’. Perfect, run impeccably by Maureen Gelattly and her family.

Lough Funshinagh levels still very high Despite the recent drought conditions, the water levels at Lough Funshinagh in Rahara are still at “very high winter levels”, according to Cllr. Laurence Fallon. It is believed that either a blockage has prevented water being let out of the turlough naturally or the capacity of the lake has been interfered with. It was announced at Monday’s monthly Roscommon County Council meeting that the County Council has published a tender for a scoping document, which has been approved by the OPW, to establish what work needs to be carried out in order to return to normal water levels. Cllr. Fallon added that he was “very confident” that people would come forward and that a solution to the problem would be found.

What about a holiday abroad? Difficult. Have worked in over 30 foreign countries, in all continents, all hemispheres. I have wanted always to see New Zealand where resides my eldest daughter. Still awaiting an invite...

What do you do to relax? Polish my Golden Globe statuette. What’s your favourite place in Co. Roscommon? Another difficult one, as I find the county has such variety, beauty and solitude. Looking out of my bedroom window across meadows to Slieve Ban takes some beating... * Read ‘Reel Life: Michael Dryhurst on movies, musings and…having no regrets’ in Roscommon People PLUS magazine, available now in all good shops!

Our Person of the Week… Our person of the week is former footballer turned journalist and pundit Eamon Dunphy, who announced earlier this week that he would be leaving RTÉ after 40 years with the organisation. Love him or hate him, RTÉ’s soccer coverage just won’t be the same – that’s showbiz baby! It was a good week for Roscommon Ladies football as the Intermediate team beat Meath in Kinnegad to move one step closer to the All-Ireland quarter-final. A win against Fermanagh this Sunday will seal their spot.

Launch of Roscommon Agricultural Show The launch of the annual Roscommon Agricultural Show will take place on Thursday, 9th of August in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon at 9 pm. The committee are appealing for some more volunteers to join them this year. New members are very welcome. Contact Damien (Chairperson) on 086-8509845 or Christy (PRO) on 086-2209338 for further information.

Best movie/Netflix/TV series you’ve watched recently? I don’t subscribe to any of the foregoing as the screens are far too small. The same criticism of current multiplexes, although I do have a very soft spot for the movie theatre in Carrick-on-Shannon; very civilised.

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Good WEEK It was a bad week for the mental health unit at Roscommon University Hospital as it was ranked the lowest of 64 units nationwide in the Mental Health Commission’s 2017 report which was published yesterday (Wednesday).

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“In the 2007 and 2011 Dáil elections, as the leading Fine Gael vote-getter in RoscommonSouth Leitrim, I helped my fellow party colleague at the time, Denis Naughten, get elected twice but on a lighter note and if you pardon the pun, he repaid me by giving me the ultimate hospital pass!” –Senator Frank Feighan speaking at the Fine Gael selection convention in Sligo recently

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The Hyde looked wonderful on Saturday; the Man from the Connacht Council would surely have been impressed! It was easy enough to forget the trauma of Tyrone (the previous Saturday) as anticipation built before throw-in. The Donegal fans had travelled in great numbers and there was a good atmosphere in the Hyde, where the flags and jerseys of the two competing counties created great colour in the stands. Roscommon started with fire in their bellies, as we expected they would. A massive point from Ciaráin Murtagh was a declaration of intent from Roscommon. We do belong in this company, it seemed to say! Moments later, more excitement as Conor Devaney found Diarmuid Murtagh with a wonderful diagonal pass…a goal chance perhaps, but Diarmuid, soon swarmed upon by indignant Donegal defenders, had to settle for a point. Roscommon led 0-4 to 0-2 by the 12th minute or so. It was very encouraging…but change was coming. Donegal took almost complete control of midfield. In the stand on the Athlone Road side, we watched with a sense of the inevitable: another defeat slowly creeping up on us. Michael Murphy was now rampaging around the Hyde as if he owned the place… causing consternation. Roscommon went a long time without scoring; Donegal popped over several points before Cathal Compton stopped the rot. A flare-up just before halftime, and suddenly an infuriated Roscommon manager, Kevin McStay, was on the field, remonstrating with the officials. Players jostled. Just as it seemed to be dying down, McStay walked away from the heat of battle, hav-

ing had his say. He picked up the ball – by now a forgotten prop – and lobbed it back towards the rolling maul of players and officials. As luck would have it, the ball landed perfectly on the head of an official, like a Tiger Woods wedge hitting the flag. Roscommon put in a very good second half. They closed the gap to four, desperately trying to stay in touch. It was much, much better than the feeble collapse against Tyrone. But Roscommon were again out-muscled and, playing a touch more conservatively today, they struggled to get men forward. The Roscommon kick-outs were under pressure throughout. We watched the Rossies play with honour and commitment and no little skill, but it was never likely to be enough. In truth, Donegal missed a number of chances and were comfortable enough winners. The Donegal folk stayed around for many hours afterwards – many stayed the night – in what was a welcome boost for local businesses. On Sunday night, as we plaintively joined the neutral onlookers in assessing our sobering Super 8s ride, Joe Brolly suggested two tiers before bedtime – insisting that while Roscommon were a “good” team, they currently belong in a second tier Gaelic Football competition. I couldn’t disagree more – Roscommon belong where they are. A silly point from Joe, which is not to say that Roscommon don’t have a lot to do to compete with the top five or six teams in the land, because they do! Second tier? You must be joking, Joe! Meanwhile, the original Joe Brolly – Eamon Dunphy, that is – has announced that he is to leave RTE after 40 years in the pundit’s chair. I will return to this issue of national importance. For now, suffice

to say that we truly will never see his likes again; an absolute national treasure. I loved tuning in for Eamon’s unique contributions – then making a cup of tea when the football came on.

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‘As luck would have it, the ball landed perfectly on the head of an ofﬁcial, like a Tiger Woods wedge hitting the ﬂag’ Sunday When soccer scout Bob Bishop saw the teenage wonderkid George Best destroying opponents on Belfast playing fields, he reportedly sent Manchester United boss Matt Busby a telegram: “I think I’ve found you a genius”. Sitting in the Davin Stand watching the All-Ireland Minor Football Final last September, I might have been tempted to send a telegram – well, okay, a tweet – to Kerry manager Eamonn Fitzmaurice. Same message as Bob’s… ’eh, genius alert!’ Mind you, Mr. Fitzmaurice knows a fair bit more about Gaelic Football than I do – and by last September, he and most GAA fans in the country were well aware of the burgeoning excitement about a new sensation from The Kingdom, this potential heir to the greats of the past. We all knew something special was happening – no

need for that tweet! Clifford was mesmerising in that minor final, scoring an amazing 4-4. Watching this unfold was thrilling…because of his actual performance, but also because you knew that a superstar was announcing his arrival. The future was being taken care of! Clifford was so sensational, it was understandable that some people almost questioned what they were seeing…they grasped for meaning, for reassurance! How could this be? This Roy of the Rovers stuff? They wondered…could this young man really make a similar impact at senior level? Should his inevitable elevation into the ‘big boys club’ be delayed? In fact Fitzmaurice put immediate faith in the breathtaking new kid on the block. And he’s taken to the senior grade effortlessly and is tormenting seasoned defenders. Last Sunday, aided by a wise ‘old’ man – Kieran Donaghy is his name – Clifford electrified the watching audience in the Super 8s’ game between Monaghan and Kerry. Great players can exhibit the might of their greatness when it matters most. Injury-time, seconds to go, Kerry a goal behind and on course – sensationally – to exit the championship. Donaghy, weary but wise, knocked down one more high ball from the vastness of his veteran career. Everything froze, bar the wonderkid. Clifford’s positional awareness, composure, vision and skill was a declaration of genius. The ‘boy wonder’ (okay, 19-year-old) arrowed the ball past a fretful line of anguished Monaghan men. Game saved, Kerry saved, audience gasps. Bob Bishop would have been lining up a telegram…

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NewsPeople 1,500 sign up to save St. Joseph’s  DAN DOONER

Ballaghaderreen Sinn Féin say they have collected 1,500 signatures in their campaign against the closure of St. Joseph’s Day Centre in the town. Speaking on Tuesday, Sinn Féin Councillor Michael Mulligan expressed his frustration with the recent announcement that the centre was set to close. “I am extremely frustrated at the way in which the HSE are dealing with St. Joseph’s Day Centre here in the town. We first heard about the HSE’s intention to close the day centre after elected representatives met with the HSE in relation to the Rosalie Home in Castlerea. The closure of St. Joseph’s seems to have been announced at the end of this meeting as a done deal. “It was not until after the decision was made that the service users were told, not consulted. The decision was already made and the Government are standing idly by”. Sinn Féin spokesperson for Roscommon, Claire Kerrane, said the decision will directly impact vulnerable people in the community. “At a time when we are hearing about isolation and loneliness among our most vulnerable citizens, we are seeing the closure of day centres such as St. Joseph’s, a vital service for local people. Why are the Government intent on removing the only local service in place for vulnerable people in the town? “There are questions which need to be answered by our Government representatives Senator Maura Hopkins and Minister Denis Naughten. “The service users do not want to move and we are yet to hear a valid reason as to why the HSE expect them to. This is yet another vital service being stripped from our county by this Government”. Campaigners have confirmed that the petition will be sent to Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People Jim Daly this week and also vowed to continue their fight to save the day centre from closure.

Minister Kevin Moran and Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice unveiled a plaque to mark Kenny’s Bar’s 125th anniversary celebrations in Ballintubber last Sunday. Pictured (l-r): Arlene KennyFeeley, Eileen Kenny, James Kenny, Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice, Minister Kevin Moran, John Kenny, Laura Kenny and Jay Feeley.

Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher, Eileen Kenny and Cllr. Orla Leyden pictured at Kenny’s Bar’s 125th anniversary celebrations last Sunday in Ballintubber.

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NewsPeople Annual Rooskey Cycle for Hospice The annual Rooskey fundraising cycle in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice takes place on Sunday, September 23rd with registration at 8 am at the old school in Rooskey. The 92km cycle commences at 9.30 am; 58 km cycle at 9.40 am and 20km cycle at 9.50 am. Entry is €20 single and €30 for a family and helmets are compulsory. All are welcome to join the cycle. Donations especially appreciated. Contact 087-6575272 for more information.

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Praying a Public Rosary in Roscommon All are welcome to pray a public Rosary for Ireland at 4 pm on Saturday, August 11th in the grounds of the Sacred Heart Church in Roscommon town. This event is coordinated nationally by Ireland Needs Fatima. Contact Mary Fallon for more details on 085-8503191.

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The James (Lal) Woods Memorial Darts Competition will take place in the Moylurg Inn, Boyle on Saturday, July 28th at 7 pm. Entry is €10. There will be a raffle and spot prizes on the night. All proceeds in aid of Roscommon/Mayo Palliative Care Services. Please support.

Parents of LGBT+ people support group Are you the parent of a person who is LGBT+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender) and would like some support? TLC (Tuisitheoirí Le Chéile) is a peer support group facilitated by volunteers who provide a confidential space for parents. The group will meet on the last Monday of each month in the Melting Pot in Roscommon town from 7 to 9 pm. The next meeting will take place on Monday, July 30th. For more information,

28th and Sunday, 29th at the following Churches: Kilglass, Slatta and Rooskey. If you can volunteer an hour of your time, please contact the organisation on 087-050 5594. All money raised goes directly to animal welfare in County Roscommon.

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of the graveyard will also take place on the day. Mass will be celebrated as usual on Sunday, July 29th at 10 am.

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The annual Kilteevan Graveyard Mass followed by the blessing of the graves will take place on Saturday, July 28th at 7.30 pm. The annual collection for the maintenance

The Roscommon Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) is holding its annual Church Gate collections on Saturday,

The Pilgrim Players’ inaugural production of Much Ado About Nothing will take place in the grounds of Edmondstown House in Ballaghaderreen from Friday, August 17th and run until Sunday, August 19th. Audiences are invited to pack a picnic and come to The Bishop’s Palace to enjoy an outdoor festival performance of Shakespeare’s best-loved rom-com. Tickets to the event cost €15 and are available on the door by cash or card. To reserve tickets and for more information, go to www.pilgrimplayers.co.uk. Kids under 14 go free for the Saturday matinee. Show times: Friday, August 17th at 7 pm (grounds open from 6 pm); Saturday, August 18th at 3 pm (grounds open from 2 pm); Saturday evening (18th) at 7 pm (grounds open from 6 pm) and Sunday, August 19th at 3 pm (grounds open from 2 pm).

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21 birthday celebrations at Kilbride Community Centre this weekend

Celebrating 21 Years FRIDAY 27 JULY

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Celebrations to mark the 21st anniversary of the opening of Kilbride Community Centre will take place this weekend. Reflecting on this great success story this week was local community activist Bernie Kearney, who is synonymous with the centre and many other projects in that area too. The festivities begin on Friday night. There will be music in the centre from Frank Nelson and John Hogan, the latter having provided the music on the opening night back in 1997. Frank will be on stage from 9.30 pm and John Hogan and his band will take over from 11.30! “We are all very proud of the centre” Bernie Kearney says, “and we invite everyone to come along on Friday night for free entertainment and refreshments. It’s our thank you to you for your support”. On Sunday (July 29th) there will be family-friendly activities including Vintage Display, Children’s Disco, etc. (see advertisement). In the late 1980s and early 1990s it was abundantly clear that a facility such as what is now the Kilbride

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The Kilbride Community Centre is a true community hub. Pictured at the Education and Training Fair in Kilbride Community Centre last year (with Johnny Cooper, DCU and member of the All-Ireland winning Dublin team) were Laura Kerins, Susan Brennan and Rachel Earley from Convent of Mercy Secondary School, Roscommon Town. Picture: Andrew Fox

Community Centre was needed. A new national school had opened in Fourmilehouse in 1987. In 1988 the Church had been renovated and the carpark extended. A resource centre was opened in Derrane too. The community centre in Carnalasson, which had opened in 1968, was in need of repair and it was now obvious that deci-

newsbriefs Boyle 2040 plan launch in autumn It is proposed to launch the Boyle 2040 plan in autumn this year. The plan, which is still being finalised, will provide a road map for the future of Boyle with particular emphasis on the Main Street, St. Patrick Street and Bridge Street areas of the town. It will also provide direction on the future use of the former Royal Hotel building and the proposed Greenway link between Boyle and Lough Key Forest and Activity Park. The Boyle 2040 plan is a joint initiative between the Boyle Town Team and Roscommon County Council. Town Team Chairman Brian Nerney said “Boyle 2040 is a comprehensive plan for Boyle’s future and seeks to direct development and investment by the private and public sectors in the future of Boyle”.

Cuts to Bus Éireann service ‘unacceptable’ Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins has said that cuts to Bus Éireann’s 20/X20 service are totally unacceptable and she has called on the company to reverse their changes. Senator Hopkins stated: “The proposed changes due to be implemented from Sunday next (29th of July 2018) will mean rural areas along the Dublin-Galway bus route, including the stops at Dubarry in Creagh and in Ballydangan in South Roscommon, will not operate. This will leave a significant area without any public transport service”.

sions had to be made as to how the growing needs of the parish could be met. A committee was established in 1991 and after much consultation and great voluntary work the Kilbride Community Centre project became a priority in the area. PJ Moran was appointed as Engineer and a site was secured with Fr. Raymond Browne (PP) working closely with

Bishop Christopher Jones (RIP). Great fundraising support came from within the community. Ned Kelly was in charge of the building project. Everything went to schedule, and the centre was ready by June of 1997. A childcare facility and a gym were later added, the former now operated in its own purpose-built facility (and employing 16 peo-

ple). In 2005 a community minibus service was added and a community shop was opened in 2014. Since it opened 21 years ago, the Kilbride Community Centre has been a wonderful ‘hub’ for everything positive in the area. Many people have helped with this success story and thanks are extended to all volunteers, businesses, state agencies, staff, etc.

Pictured are Joe and Mary Lohan from Curraghroe, Strokestown being presented with a surprise ‘his and hers’ hamper from Derek Tully, Abbey Hotel, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary recently.

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People NEWS Still time to catch Boyle Arts Festival! The nationally-renowned Boyle Arts Festival was officially opened by Brent Pope in King House last Thursday. On a balmy evening and before an audience of several hundred invited artists and guests, he declared the 29th annual Arts Festival open. It will continue until July 28th and there is still time to see some fantastic performers, events and exhibitions over the coming days. For more information on Boyle Arts Festival 2018, please see our programme, call in to our office or visit www.boylearts.com, email info@ boylearts.com or call 071-9663085.

Crosby calls for safety steps at Scramogue

Roscommon fans pictured at Dr. Hyde Park on Saturday for the Roscommon/Donegal game.

Former county councillor and election candidate for the forthcoming County Council election, Tom Crosby, left, has made representations to Roscommon County Council and the National Roads Authority to urgently address the safety issues at the accident blackspot on the N5 at Scramogue crossroads which he says has been the scene of numerous accidents over the years. Mr. Crosby said that it had become a “very busy national primary route” where the volume of traffic has increased in recent years due to the opening of new bypasses at Ballaghaderreen and Longford. In his representation, Mr. Crosby has requested that advance warning signage and road markings be put in place as a matter of urgency and called for the introduction of traffic management and public lighting at the crossroads.

Murphy slams Naughten over broadband Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy, left, has hit out at the continued delays in the signing of the contract for the National Broadband Plan which he says is having a serious impact on hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses in rural Ireland who are waiting to be connected to the network. Enet is the only company left in the running after éir pulled out of the process earlier this year. Deputy Murphy said: “Minister Denis Naughten has failed to give any indications as to when the contract for the National Broadband Plan will be signed. “Communities up and down the country simply don’t believe what the Government is saying about its broadband plans because every commitment to date has been broken. We have had nothing but delay after delay with hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses still waiting to be connected to the network. “We have appalling broadband connectivity in County Roscommon. A recent reply to my PQ to Minister Naughten shows that there are over 38,500 premises in County Roscommon of which almost half or 47% of premises are relying on the State led Intervention under the NBP. Some 12% of Roscommon premises’ are still due to receive high-speed broadband under éir’s ongoing planned rural deployment. “Accessing quality broadband is a core requirement for small and medium sized businesses across the country. Minister Naughten needs to announce a date for the contract to be signed so that the scheme can be rolled out to the areas which desperately need it most,” concluded Deputy Murphy.

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Solicitor ‘given Celebrating 50 years in priesthood more time’ to address Law Society concerns

Rev. Monsignor Martin McDonnell recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood in Dysart. Rev. Martin was ordained on the 8th of June, 1968 and has spent all of those 50 years at Saint Ann Church, Parsippany, New Jersey. He travelled back to his native Dysart with members of St. Ann’s Parish for the celebrations. Those present paid tribute to Rev. Monsignor McDonnell’s priestly commitment as he celebrated with friends and family. Both parishes thanked him for his dedication and wished him many years of good health and continued blessings as he continues to lead his congregation in faith.

Court told of massive charges to clients Ballaghaderreen-based solicitor Declan O’Callaghan has been given more time by the High Court to address concerns raised by the Law Society. In June, the High Court was told that Mr. O’Callaghan had charged fees of €344,000 out of a child’s €454,840 estate (following the death of the child’s father). Mr. O’Callaghan, who said he had understood that he had instructions to deduct the fees, now accepted that this had been a mistaken belief and the €344,000 had since been reimbursed. Concerns had been raised by the Law Society, which applied for Mr. O’Callaghan to be suspended from practice pending a

hearing by the SDT (Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal). In turn, Mr. O’Callaghan has proposed that he be allowed to continue practising under the supervision of another solicitor. In a second development, earlier this month the High Court was told that Mr. O’Callaghan had deducted €101,000 in fees from a €396,000 estate held for a widowed client and her three children. The widow and Mr. O’Callaghan had met earlier this month and had now agreed on fees of €28,000. Mr. O’Callagan says he now accepts the fees were excessive but also says he conducted himself honestly at all times. Mr. Justice Kelly adjourned proceedings to allow Mr. O’Callaghan more time to address the concerns raised.

Carmel Gacquin, Rev. Monsignor Martin McDonnell and Deacon William Gacquin pictured in Dysart on the occasion of the 50th anniversary celebrations of Rev. Monsignor McDonnell’s ordination to the priesthood. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Rev. Monsignor Martin McDonnell pictured with his brother Johnny McDonnell and sister, Nuala Naughton at his Golden Jubilee Mass in Dysart last week. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Sgt. Ronan O’Meara, Garda John O’Connor, Garda Ethnic Liaison Officer Katie Carthy, Sgt. Aidan O’Brien and Sgt. Ray Toberman pictured at the Roscommon Garda Intercultural Day at Gleeson’s Restaurant & Rooms last Sunday. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

The Dzurik family pictured at the Roscommon Garda Intercultural Day at Gleeson’s Restaurant & Rooms last Sunday. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Noah Silva supporting the Rossies at the Roscommon Garda Intercultural Day at Gleeson’s Restaurant & Rooms last Sunday.

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Roscommon fans pictured at Dr. Hyde Park on Saturday for the Roscommon/Donegal game.

Family fun at Mountbellew Vintage Show this Sunday

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Music by Brendan and Emily Shine! The eagerly-awaited Mountbellew Vintage Show takes place this Sunday, July 29th, in the picturesque Galway town. A great family day is in store with exhibits from the past which are beautifully preserved! There will be cars, tractors, oil engines, steam engines, etc. There will also be a timber cutting demo and a display of IM and ZM registrations, which is bound to prove nostalgic! There will be trade stands and a Craft Fair, all adding to the atmosphere and the variety of things to do and see. Organisers have advised that all exhibits must be in by 12.30 pm on Sunday. The Vintage Show will commence at 2 pm. A major highlight this year

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Roscommon People call: Support our local festivals…  PAUL HEALY

Local Property Tax Public Consultation Process NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF SETTING A LOCAL ADJUSTMENT FACTOR The Finance (Local Property Tax) Act 2012 (as amended), makes specific provision that elected members of a local authority may pass a formal resolution to vary the basic rate of the Local Property Tax for their administrative area by a percentage known as the local adjustment factor. At the meeting set by Roscommon County Council to consider this matter, the members may set a local adjustment factor within the range of +/15% of the basic rate, or, may decide not to adjust the basic rate. Roscommon County Council will meet on 24th September, 2018 to consider the setting of a local adjustment factor. Roscommon County Council welcomes written submissions from the public on this matter specifically covering the potential effects of varying the basic rate of the Local Property Tax on businesses, individuals and on local authority services. Submissions must be received by 30th August, 2018 and be sent to: Local Property Tax Consultation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon or LPT@roscommoncoco.ie Signed: Eugene Cummins Chief Executive Dated: 24th July, 2018

You wait a few months for one festival (well, you do earlier in the year)…then several come along all at once! We’re coming into peak festival and holiday season. Here at the Roscommon People, your locally-owned community newspaper, we want to congratulate all of the many volunteers who make these festivals such a success each year. And we pay tribute to the local businesses and individuals who provide muchneeded sponsorship; as ever, we urge readers to support local businesses. The public will be spoilt for choice… In Ballygar, a superb line-up has once again been organised. Some of the top musical attractions in the country will

perform at the famous Carnival, which kicks off on Thursday, August 2nd. Meanwhile, the annual Castlerea Rose Festival promises great entertainment for all ages. It will run from this Saturday (July 28th) all the way through to Sunday, August 5th (with Castlerea Agricultural Show taking place on Monday, August 6th). It’s a special milestone year for the Castlerea Festival, as it’s the 30th annual version. Last weekend was a very successful one in Ballintubber where the locals (and visitors) enjoyed a memorable Heritage Weekend. The festivities continue in Ballintubber over the coming weeks. This very weekend (Friday 27th of July to Sunday 29th inclusive) our friends in Rooskey will be hosting the

village’s fourth annual Heritage Festival. In Keadue, the annual O’Carolan Harp Festival –now in its 40th year – will be held over the August Bank Holiday weekend (Friday 3rd to Monday 6th) and will feature some of the very best musicians Ireland has to offer. The annual Brideswell Pattern Festival takes place this weekend, and one place where craic is guaranteed will be in Hamrock’s, where there’s music all weekend (and a BBQ on Monday night). On Sunday, the annual Family Open Picnic Day takes place at Donamon Castle grounds. Join Jake Carter, countless more guests and friends (see page 23)! Still ongoing, and with an excellent line-up, is the Boyle Arts Festival (see www. boylearts.com).

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council has decided to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed:

LS6637-0 in Emlagh Beg

Period of Closure:

Tuesday 24th July, 2018 to Friday, 17th August, 2018.

Alternative Routes:

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Reason for Closure:

To facilitate bridge repairs.

Pat Murtagh Acting Director of Services Roads & Transportation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98

Sheila Pratschke, Chair of the Arts Council, Minister Denis Naughten, Christine Kelly, (Boyle Arts Festival) and Orlaith McBride, Arts Council Director, pictured at an event at the Arts Council recently.

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Arts Council’s support for festivals hailed Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment, Denis Naughten, was in attendance at an event at the Arts Council recently to show his support for local festivals. Christine Kelly of the Boyle Arts Festival highlighted the importance of Arts Council funding to the event.

“Arts Council funding represents 25% of our total income and allows us to programme non-mainstream events, stage the main Visual Arts Exhibition and enables us to offer a range of free and low-priced events to broaden access and encourage attendance for the local community,” she said.

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‘Chefs of Castlerea’ Cookery Demonstration on Monday As part of the Castlerea International Rose Festival, An Chistin at The Hub, Castlerea, will host a ‘Chefs of Castlerea’ Cookery Demonstration sponsored by Benny’s Deli on the evening of Monday, 30th of July 2018 (from 7 pm). This special event will showcase the talents of local Castlerea chefs who have made their mark in first class restaurants throughout Ireland. The exciting line-up of chefs includes: Olivia Raftery, Sous Chef at Neven Maguire’s MacNean House in Blacklion, award-winning head chefs Alan Fitzmaurice of The Glasshouse in Sligo and Ollie O’Regan of Knockranny House in Westport, as well as local favourites Benny O’Connell of Benny’s Deli and Matthew Loftus of the GROW Wholefood Company. The chefs will share their signature dishes,

Chefs of Castlerea’ Cookery Demonstration incorporating local food products. A wine-tasting, generously hosted by Cahill’s SuperValu, will take place from 7 pm-7.30 pm. The evening will also include stands hosted by local artisan food producers and food businesses. Admission is €10 and tickets are available on the door.

An Chistin at The Hub is an initiative of Enterprise Castlerea funded by Roscommon County Council and the Rural Economic Development Zone Programme and supported by the GRETB. This state-of-the-art training kitchen is the first phase of an ongoing food hub development, which will ultimately include production facilities, business support and mentoring for local start-up food businesses. An Chistin opened its doors in September 2017 and currently offers a full-time QQI Level 5 course in Professional Cookery. The first group of Level 5 students will complete the Professional Cookery course in August and An Chistin is actively recruiting new students for the next course which will begin in September. For more information contact Una Fannon (Coordinator) at 094-9622644.

Water supplies are secure – Callaghan The county’s water supplies remain secure despite the current summer drought conditions. That’s according to Roscommon County Council Senior Engineer Kieran Madden, who was replying to a question from Cllr. Liam Callaghan at the July meeting of Roscommon County Council.

Cllr. Callaghan welcomed the “good news” but encouraged consumers to remain prudent with water usage. The fact that most supplies are adequate to meet the current demand for both domestic and commercial usage in Co. Roscommon is great news for all concerned,” concluded Cllr. Callaghan.

COOKERY DEMONSTRATIONS

Chefs of Castlerea CHEFS DEMONSTRATING ARE...

Olivia Raftery

(Neven McGuires’s McNean House, Blacklion)

Alan Fitzmaurice (The Glass House, Sligo)

Ollie O’Regan

(Knockranny House, Westport)

Matthew Loftus (The GROW Truck, Castlerea)

Benny O’Connell (Benny’s Deli, Castlerea)

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Cycle Against Suicide in Roscommon town Thomas Connor, Shelly McKiernan and Davin Kelly pictured at Cycle Against Suicide in Roscommon town last Saturday. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Padraic, Collette, Emily, Kate, Dean, Anna, and Fiadh Conlon pictured at Cycle Against Suicide in Roscommon town last Saturday. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Peter Conlon, Aaron Hegarty and Dean Conlon pictured at Cycle Against Suicide in Roscommon town last Saturday. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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NewsPeople Ireland has been chosen by Pope Francis to host the World Meeting of Families from 21-26 August 2018. The Vita House Family Centre at Abbey Street, Roscommon, celebrating its 25th birthday this year, will host events as part of the World Meeting of Families from 22nd-25th of August (more details in future issues). This week, in conjunction with Vita House, the Roscommon People continues our special series of weekly articles celebrating the diverse families in our community.

‘Not always a bed of roses… but I’d do it all again in a heartbeat’ CATHERINE LOOKS BACK ON 50 YEARS OF MARRIAGE… We were married at 11 o’clock on the 29th of June, 1968. Because we were from different traditions and neither of us wanted to convert, we had some complications, but we overcame it all, and to this day have never had an argument over religion. After the ceremony we went to my husband’s parents’ house for lunch along with family and friends. My wedding dress was simple, long and white.

The material, lace and thread, cost five pounds and ten shillings in ‘old money’, and – with the loan of a sewing machine – I made it myself! I also made my bridesmaid’s dress and two dresses for flower girls, for another five pounds. In the January before the wedding my husband went to Burton’s and was measured for a beautiful mohair suit. We paid instalments every week until the sum of £55 was paid.

I made my three-tier wedding cake – cake boards and all the ingredients cost about four pounds. My father-in-law worked in the Shelbourne Hotel from where he borrowed the pillars and a decoration for the top of the cake. At 4 o’clock, in a borrowed car, we drove to my grandmother’s house so she could see me in my wedding dress. Then we drove back to our flat in Dublin and the next day my brother-in-law

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council has decided to close the roads set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed: L-6556 & L-6551 from its intersection with L-6556 for a distance of 180 metres north at Demesne, Castlerea Period of Closure: 7.00am to 6.00pm on Monday 6th August, 2018. Alternative Routes: Via R361, L-1616 & L-6551 And Vice Versa Reason for Closure: To facilitate the Castlerea Agricultural Trade & Craft Show 2018 Pat Murtagh Acting Director of Services Roads & Transportation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98

Catherine and Robert on their wedding day in July 1968.

drove us to Courtown Harbour for our honeymoon. After a week’s honeymoon we both went back to work. My husband’s job took him to different parts of the country for weeks on end but once a month his boss paid for his train fare to come home. I started to feel unwell about six weeks after we were married and my sister-in-law suggested I should go to the doctor as she thought I might be pregnant. I didn’t believe her and waited another few weeks. She got her way – and the doctor confirmed I was pregnant. I couldn’t wait for my husband to

come home to tell him; we were so delighted and began to make great plans. Sadly, on the 8th of December, our first child, a daughter, was born dead. I had two miscarriages after that, but in June 1970 our first son was born healthy. In January 1972 we moved to Wexford to a ‘tied cottage’, which meant I worked in lieu of paying rent. Our second son was born in late December 1972, and on Easter Sunday 1977, after praying that we would have a little girl, our daughter was born. In 1980, after having gone through a total of seven miscarriages, we

were blessed with another girl. Life was not always a bed of roses. Over the years my husband had problems with alcohol, and so money was always tight. But I always made sure my children were safe and cared for. I won’t say it was easy and there were many times I hardly knew which way to turn, but I truly loved my husband and had been brought up believing that, good or bad, marriage was for life, so I was prepared to put up with his problem and think of all the really good times we had together. I was a strict parent – but when work was finished we spent our time swim-

ming and playing on the beach most days. In 1987, I was diagnosed with leukaemia. My greatest fear was that my children would grow up without a mother, as I had. Happily, with treatment, time and the support of great friends, I recovered well. All of our children went on to third-level education and have been successful in their fields. They have chosen wonderful partners for themselves and now we have seven adorable grandchildren who bring us so much joy. In October 2007 our children bought us a beautiful old cottage to retire in. In December 2014 my husband suffered a small stroke, but he recovered well. In 2016, following a checkup, his GP referred him to a specialist and he was diagnosed with bladder cancer. We were told that there was no real cure but that he would receive treatment. I was terrified, but I am coping and he has continued to respond well to treatment. Looking back over 50 years of marriage, I know that I would do it all again in a heartbeat. We look forward to having our extended family join us for a celebration of our 50 years this summer and we hope for nothing more now than good health.

The problem with… anonymous letters From time to time, the Roscommon People receives anonymous correspondence. It so happens that we received three very interesting (but unsigned) communications in the past week or so, each of them well-constructed and raising legitimate issues. Tempting as it might be to publish, we feel it is right to stay loyal to long-standing policy…which is that we don’t publish content that has been submitted anonymously (and where we can’t subsequently establish who the sender is). This is not to be confused with our willingness (for now at least) to publish letters from readers and withhold (on request) the name/address of a given correspondent. While this practise may frustrate some readers, it is long-standing

policy at many newspapers throughout the world. What we will not publish, is correspondence which is submitted anonymously to the Roscommon People. We think it reasonable and necessary that we insist on knowing the identity of people who correspond with us… that we are satisfied as to/can stand over the veracity of the source of the correspondence. So, please do not expect us to publish material which is submitted anonymously. If any of the people who recently submitted correspondence anonymously to the Roscommon People wish to contact us to discuss, please do. – Paul Healy (Editor, Roscommon People)

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POLITICAL PEOPLE ‘Odds were against me, but add me and I’ll win seat’ – Feighan  PAUL HEALY

Senator Frank Feighan will ask the National Executive of Fine Gael to add him as a third party candidate in Sligo/Leitrim as the decision of former TD Gerry Reynolds threatens to scupper the Boyle man’s hope of a return to Dáil Éireann. Bruised by the political fall-out from the closure of the Roscommon A&E Unit in 2011, Frank Feighan decided not to run in Roscommon/Galway in the 2016 General Election, turning his sights instead to Sligo/Leitrim, which includes a section of his ‘political heartland’. However, the recent decision of former Leitrim TD Gerry Reynolds to also launch a comeback bid came as a blow

to Feighan’s chances in the new constituency. At last week’s Selection Convention in Sligo, Mr. Reynolds and Sligo-based councillor Sinead McGuire were chosen to contest the election. Frank Feighan, who was well received on the night, withdrew his name from the convention, admitting that the odds were stacked against him. Geographically, Mr. Reynolds is located quite close to Senator Feighan. However, Senator Feighan made it clear that he is ready to put his unbeaten electoral record to the test if he receives the backing of the party’s National Executive. The newly-configurated constituency includes sections of South Donegal and North Roscommon and Senator Feighan

took the opportunity at last week’s convention to point to the breadth of his links in the area. In his speech, he highlighted his political and electoral record and also pointed to his business and family links with South Sligo (his late father (Pat) was a native of Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo). Senator Feighan also spoke of his pride in being the first ever TD from the town of Boyle. Formally withdrawing his name from convention, Senator Feighan said he would be applying to the party’s National Executive to be added to the ticket. Given his Oireachtas experience, he was “confident” that he would have “a great chance of securing a second seat for Fine Gael”.

Crosby offers President Higgins his ‘full support’ Keep ‘Michael D’ in the Phoenix Park… he’s the man for the job – that’s the message from former Independent councillor Tom Crosby! Mr. Crosby, a wellknown businessman, says he is offering his “full support” to Mr. Higgins in the latter’s quest to secure a second term as President of Ireland. The Tarmonbarry man recently confirmed that he intends to run as an Independent candidate in the Boyle/Strokestown Municipal electoral area in next year’s local elections – in the meantime, he has a potential Presidential election on his mind too. “I have had the immense pleasure of meeting President Higgins and his wife Sabina on a number of occasions. “I believe that President Higgins has carried out an excellent job for this country during his seven-year term and genuinely feel that he is the right man for the role and a great ambassador for Ireland…I offer President Higgins my full support and hope that he is successfully returned to office this year”.

Denis Naughten and Frank Feighan pictured at a HAC meeting in 2011.

Yes, Minister… he said it! Not being in Fine Gael and all that, Denis Naughten obviously wasn’t in Sligo last week for the party’s Selection Convention for the Sligo/Leitrim constituency. However, Minister Naughten will be interested to hear that one close former colleague was reminiscing of days gone by… Addressing delegates at the convention, Senator Frank Feighan made this quip: “In the 2007 and 2011 Dáil elections, as the leading Fine Gael vote-getter in Roscommon-South Leitrim, I helped my fellow party colleague at the time, Denis Naughten, get elected twice – but on a lighter note, and if you pardon the pun, he repaid me by giving me the ultimate hospital pass!” Minister Naughten may or may not be amused by this interpretation of the ‘Denis & Frank’ story!

Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment Denis Naughten addressed the United Nations on sustainable development last week.

Will Mary continue to drive FF strategy locally?

Tony Waldron and Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice at Ballintubber Heritage Festival last weekend.

More potential upheaval for Fianna Fáil in Roscommon, where the withdrawal from prominent officer role of Mary Devine O’Callaghan is expected to have implications locally. It was recently reported that the long-time Fianna Fáil activist has stepped aside from her role as FF (joint) national treasurer “for personal reasons”. Ms. Devine O’Callaghan has been extremely influential within Fianna Fáil in Roscommon for a number of decades, and it remains to be seen whether or not she will continue to play the type of key strategic role locally in the next election that she has so often done in the past. As of now, Roscommon Fianna Fáil has not been informed of any changes in Ms. Devine O’Callaghan’s role within the party in this county. – PH

Hospital: Complaints now are about lack of parking, says Feighan The very people who were complaining post-2011 about the closure of Roscommon A&E are now complaining about lack of parking spaces at Roscommon Hospital – that’s the bold claim of Senator Frank Feighan! Speaking at the Fine Gael Selection Convention in Sligo last week, Senator Feighan told his would-be new political grassroots: “As many of you might know, the Roscommon Hospital saga changed my life. Thankfully, I have been fully vindicated on the stance which has been endorsed by management and medical consultants at Roscommon Hospital. “Seven years on, Roscommon Hospital is bigger, busier and safer due to the fact I made the decision to stay in Government. I succeeded in securing a €20m investment programme at the hospital while the introduction of the air ambulance which I insisted on has saved hundreds of lives in the West and NorthWest. “It’s also ironic that the same people who were complaining back then are still complaining now – but this time it’s over the need for extra parking spaces outside the hospital because it is so busy!”

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CASTLEREA AGRICULTURAL SHOW 2018

Showtime in Castlerea! * Family Fun! * Classes galore! * Celtic Crú * Eamon Kennedy * ‘The JCB Man’ Seamus Moore * Castlerea Brass and Reed Band MONSTER RAFFLE On the day in aid of Castlerea Agricultural Trade & Craft Show 2018 Winner announced at 4pm on the day! €2 per line! Available to purchase in local businesses and on the day of the show 1ST PRIZE: €200 kindly sponsored by The Forge Inn, Castlerea 2ND PRIZE: Voucher for a Butchered Lamb sponsored by Michael Webb, Castlerea 3RD PRIZE: 1 Month Gym Membership sponsored by Pulse Gym And Loads of other prizes on the day! ENTERTAINMENT ALL DAY

Castlerea Brass and Reed Band Slim Attraction • Seamus Moore Celtic Cru • Eamon Kennedy Full particulars from Secretary: Cathy O’Flanagan, Knockroe, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Show Phone: (083) 8828108. Email: casltereaagriculturualshow@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/castlereaagriculturalshow Show Office located in the building of Castlerea Co-Op Mart Show ofice date of opening is 9th of July 2018

PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 8.00am Gates open for Exhibitors 10.00am Gates open to the General Public 11.00am Official Opening 11.30am Judging of Cattle/Horses/Ponies/Minature horses and Shetland ponies (Minature Horses and shetland ponies will take place directly after The horses) 11.30am Judging of Home Produce/Arts & Crafts 12.00pm Judging of Sheep 12.00pm Judging of Goats 12.30pm Judging of Dog Show All Entries for the dog show must be confirmed by 12 noon. Judging commences at 12.30pm SHARP. All dogs must be kept on a leash and under strict control whilst in the show grounds. If animals are causing worry or are troubled and the safety of others is considered to be at risk Show Stewards have the right to remove such animals and their owners from the show grounds. 1.30pm Donkeys. 2.30pm Judging of Goats 2.30pm Judging of “Bonnie Baby” followed by “Best Dressed” Lady and “Glamorous Granny” competitions. 4.00pm Draw for the Monster Raffle and announcement of winners.

The Committee of Castlerea Agricultural Show would like to take this opportunity to Thank all our loyal Sponsors, Without sponsorship it would be impossible to run a show in Castlerea, it is very much appreciated and we would urge everyone to please support our local businesses, and by doing this we are looking after our town.

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Flashback: Pictured at the 2015 Castlerea Agricultural Show were Chantelle Glynn, Linda O’Byrne and Alannah O’Byrne. Picture: Andrew Fox

Monster Rafﬂe a show highlight This year’s Castlerea Show has many highlights, of course, and one which certainly catches the eye is the Monster Raffle scheduled to take place on the day. The proceeds of the raffle will go towards the running costs of the show and entry costs just €2 with the winner announced at approximately 4 pm on Show day. Entries are currently being accepted and

can be made through local businesses as well on the day of the Castlerea Show. First prize in the Monster Raffle is €200 in cash, which is kindly sponsored by The Forge Bar in Castlerea. Second prize is a voucher for a butchered lamb, donated by Michael Webb, Castlerea. Third prize is a one membership for Pulse Gym and there are many more great prizes up for grabs.

August Bank Holiday Monday (6th) is a defining date in the 2018 edition of the County Roscommon events calendar. The day marks the welcome return of the Castlerea Agricultural Trade and Craft Show following a twelve-month absence. This highly regarded event signals the beginning of show season in the county and has been in operation since 1985. The Castlerea Show is organised in conjunction with Castlerea Livestock Mart, which also acts as its host venue. With classes for cows, calves and bull and heifer weanlings, as well as classes for sheep, goats and pigs and horse and pony classes, the organisers have not surprisingly been busy processing entries. This year also sees classes under ‘Pets Corner’ as well as adult and junior art, amateur photography, country crafts, floral classes, and non-edible farm produce – so get collecting that turf!

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returns on Monday Those wishing to submit entries to this year’s show are asked to complete the official Castlerea Show forms, which are available from show secretary, Cathy O’Flanagan, Knockroe, Castlerea on 083-8828018 or from the Show office located at Castlerea Mart. The gates at the Castlerea Agriculture Trade and Craft Show will open at 8 am on Monday, August 6th, with the official opening by Dr. Winifred Kelly Henry taking place at 11 am. Judging of cattle and horse classes as well as home produce classes begins at 11.30 am, while sheep classes are judged at 12 noon and dogs at 12.30 pm. For more information on this year’s Castlerea Show, contact the show office at Castlerea Mart, Show Secretary Cathy O’Flanagan on 083-8828018, email castlereaagriculturalshow@gmail.com or visit the Castlerea Agricultural Show Facebook page.

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Flashback: Pictured at the 2015 Castlerea Agricultural Show were Marina O’Flanagan, Michelle Cooke, Rose of Castlerea, Frances Cooke and Cathy Sharkey. Picture: Andrew Fox

Dr. Winifred to open Castlerea Agricultural Show The organisers of this year’s Castlerea Agricultural Trade and Craft Show have announced that Dr. Winifred Kelly Henry will open this year’s show as it returns following a 12-month break. In a statement released earlier this week, the organising committee said it was “delighted” that Dr. Kelly Henry would be on hand to open this year’s show. ‘This year we are delighted to have Dr. Fred Kelly Henry opening our show! This is a great honor for Castlerea Agricultural Trade and Craft Show as Dr. Kelly Henry, along with her late

husband, veterinarian Frank Henry (RIP) and all the Henry family have always been great supporters and sponsors of Castlerea Show! The late Frank Henry was also a member of the Castlerea Gymkhana that had been run in the town for many years. Before his passing, Frank Henry and fellow members of the committee had also made a generous donation to Castlerea Agricultural Trade and Craft Show towards the running costs of this year’s show! For this, Castlerea Agricultural Show committee is hugely grateful.’

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Plenty of family fun at this year’s Show! The Castlerea Show has always been known as a family-friendly show and that’s something the organisers have always been very proud of. This year’s show is no different with many wonderful attractions

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There will also be a ‘Kids’ Corner’ with lots of entertainment guaranteed, including face painting, bouncing castles and amusements. In terms of musical entertainment, this year promises to be a big hit with

visitors to the show. Local favourites, the Castlerea Brass and Reed Band, will be followed by the one and only Eamon Kennedy before Ballintubber’s Celtic Crú take centre stage. The evening will be rounded off

A word from the Chairman… I would like to take this time to welcome you to the 2018 Agricultural Trade and Craft Show, like every show around the country it is becoming harder to stage this event and this told the tale last year in Castlerea. But it was the good will and dedication of the people of Castlerea that has this show back up and running again. Like every Chairman before me, I would like to pay tribute to the hardworking and dedicated members of our committee, the work that goes on behind the scenes by these people is huge and vital to the success of this show. Every year our committee takes on the task of having to go cap in hand to the business people of this town and surrounding areas and without fail they always come through for us and it is only right for me to pay tribute to them and to thank them for looking after us. It is very important for the people of Castlerea to shop local, support local and look after this town. The other people that need mentioning and thanking are Castlerea Co-Op Mart, Castlerea Towns Trust, Castlerea

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Flashback: (Left) Pictured at the 2015 Castlerea Agricultural Show were Clodagh Daire, Ailish O’Rourke, Chloe Finan and Lisa O’Rourke. Picture: Andrew Fox

Flashback: (Right) Pictured at the 2015 Castlerea Agricultural Show were Paul Reddy and Avril O’Brien. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Household Budgeting Advice for farming households from the Money Advice & Budgeting Service MABS help people to deal with household budgeting. Where there is a farm it is important to differentiate between the farm and the household. You need to calculate what it actually costs to run your home – work out a budget and see what you need; if you are not generating enough income through your farm income or other income, then you may need to look again at the budget – our leaflet on budgeting will help. Remember you already have a system for managing and that may be working perfectly well for you but you need to review this regularly and see if it is doing what you need it to do. You need to talk about this together as a family – it is your family farm, and every decision you take affects all of your family; every person living in your home affects your spending; so it’s a good idea to share the load. MABS cannot advise you on how you run your farm – that is your business. Farming families are often under pressure to continue to grow their business, to buy another field, to invest in bigger machinery. Because the running of the farm is so closely tied up with your household finances, MABS advise that decisions like this need to be thought through very carefully and should involve the partner who is running the family home. Do you both know what agreements you are signing if you are borrowing to invest? Do you both understand the consequences of the steps you are taking? Again it is something that will work better for your family if you share the load.

In MABS we meet people from all walks of life who find themselves in trouble paying their debts – they took out their loans in good faith and planned to pay them back in full as they believed at the time they would be able to do so. Sometimes though, things go wrong and you may find you cannot pay what you agreed to pay or when you agreed to pay – it might be outside of your control. Creditors who you owe money to will want to speak with you and you may find you are getting telephone calls or letters and the tendency is to ignore these. MABS advice is not to ignore debts or creditors – debt will not go away and you cannot hide from it – you need to engage with your creditors. If you take a call, then try to control it – if you are unprepared then say you can’t take the call and agree a time for a call back when it suits you! When you do call back make sure it is at a time that suits you when you can listen and speak; have paper and pen to hand and write down what is being said; do not feel under pressure to agree to anything straight away – say you need to think about it and get back to them. Then do think about it, do get back to them – but make sure that if you are agreeing to a payment plan that you can afford it! If you go to meet your lender write down some notes before your meeting. You need to know about the loan you have with them! You need to know about your finances! What questions do you have? What do you see as a possible solution? Again, think about what is being said,

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Roscommon IFA is challenging older farmers to think more about ways they can improve their health and safety on farms. Accidents involving farmers over 55 years of age account for 55% of farm deaths, and 35% of fatal accidents on farms involve persons aged 65 or more. Tractors/machinery, livestock and falls from height caused the majority of these fatal accidents. Jim O’Connor, Roscommon IFA Co. Chairman said: “Unfortunately, we can’t stay young forever and we have to recognise that ageing does affect not just our mobility and strength, but also our hearing and eyesight. This places older farmers at an increased risk of accident on the farm. “We are encouraging older farmers to recognise their limitations, examine their

work practices and to make sure to ask for help when they need it. We’re also highlighting the importance of getting regular health, hearing and eyesight checks so you can identify any issues, and take steps to address them or to change how you work on the farm in light of them”. IFA has partnered with Hidden Hearing to encourage farm families to avail of free hearing checks for anyone over the age of 50. Recent research by Hidden Hearing at agricultural shows indicated that a third of farmers admitted to hearing loss and ringing in their ears as a problem. But further investigation actually showed that inability to hear conversations and background noise meant the problem was actually more widespread. Worryingly, one in four farmers also admitted to never wearing ear protection in noisy farm environments.

Creed announces Farm Improvement Plans extension Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed announced last Friday that the deadline for submission of data for Farm Improvement Plans in Knowledge Transfer Groups would be extended by two weeks until Tuesday, August 14th. The 31st July deadline for holding meetings of KT Groups remains in place. Minister Creed commented: “Following on from discussions with key stakeholders, I have decided to extend the period for Knowledge Transfer Group facilitators to submit completed Farm Improvement Plans under the Knowledge Transfer Programme. “In particular, this extension has arisen on foot of concerns expressed in relation to the amount of resources currently being dedicated by advisory services to assisting farmers in dealing with the current weather conditions”. Minister Creed added: “This extension will enable advisors and vets to benefit from extra time to finalise actions for their Knowledge Transfer Groups and to progress the outstanding work carried out to date under the scheme. In turn, this allows farmers to derive maximum benefit from the Knowledge Transfer Programme”. The Minister also urged all participants in Knowledge Transfer Groups to submit their Farm Improvement Plan data as soon as possible.

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€970, Lim X 405kgs €900, Char X 375kgs €850, Char X 310kgs €715, Char X 305kgs €710.

Bullocks Char X 400kgs €950, Char X 390kgs €905, Char X 360kgs €900, Simm X 310kgs €800, Char X 330kgs €750, Char X 275kgs €720, AAX 310kgs €700, Char X 240kgs €695, AAX 290kgs €650.

Manager’s report… Brendan Egan, Castlerea Mart “Larger numbers of stock presented for sale this week as the drought-like weather conditions prevail. The better quality cattle and weanlings on offer still remain a very good trade, with the plainer quality lightweight stores remain a harder sell. “The cull cow trade here witnessed a reduction in prices in recent weeks, but a good clearance took place with demand strongest this week for the quality store bullocks and heifers. “Young calves made from €60 to €165 per head with stronger lots making from €135 to €645 for continental runner type lots. “Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (Thursday) with our usual sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves, runners and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am and sellers are advised to have all stock penned by 10.30 am in order to facilitate viewing time prior to commencement of sale at 11 am”.

Manager’s report… Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There were similar numbers on offer this week. There was improvement in the trade for all classes. Bullocks averaged from €2.43 per kilo up to €2.90 per kilo. Heifer prices ranged from €2.27 per kilo up to €2.37 kilo. Dry cows made from an average of €1.46 per kilo up to €1.82 per kilo. Sale as usual on Friday next July 27th for bullocks, heifers, dry cows, suckler cows and weanlings. “Please note the following: Friday’s yard opens at 8.30 am. Only mart staff will be allowed into the sales yard from 8.30 am to 10.30 am. All stock must be penned by 10 am. The draw for the starting pens will take place at 9.50 am. The yard will open to allow stock to be viewed by purchasers from 10.30 am to 11 am sharp. After 11 am The yard will be closed again to the public except for staff only. Cattle that are not penned by 10 am will have to wait to be penned until after the viewing period is over. “Sellers who do not have their cattle penned by the time they come up for sale will have to wait until the end to have their stock sold. We thank you for your co-operation and patience as we implement these changes”.

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Lim 395kg €1030, Lim 540kg €1325, Sim 535kg €1240, Lim 590kg €1520, Lim 565kg €1400, Chx 570kg €1270, Lim 570kg €1320.

Lim 485kg €1000, Lim 665kg €1300, Ch 690kg €1235, Lim 810kg €1380, AA 730kg €1295.

Heifers Chx 425kg €1105, Lim 380kg €1075, Chx 380kg €990, Lim 490kg €1275, LimX 435kg €1200, Lim 470kg €1170, Chx 590kg €1525, Lim 565kg €1430, BBX 540kg €1395.

Weanling bulls Lim 245kg €685, Lim 295kg €800, Chx 395kg €970, Sim 380kg €980, AAX 330kg €840, Lim 305kg €825.

Weanling heifers Ch 340kg €890, Ch 320kg €865, Chx 360kg €875, Chx 360kg €890, Ch 285kg €755.

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Jake Carter headlines at Family Picnic Day in Donamon this Sunday! The Annual Open Family Picnic Day will take place in the grounds of Donamon Castle on this Sunday, July 29th. The proceedings will begin with Mass in the Divine Word Church at 12.30. Throughout the afternoon, there will be wonderful family-friendly entertainment. Admission and parking are free. RTE’s ‘Dancing with the Stars’ winner Jake Carter will take to the stage in the late afternoon. This will be Jake’s second appearance at Donamon. Jake has a huge following and will be delighted to meet with his fans. Jake and his band promise a lively performance of music and song. Other exciting bands to take to the stage will include: The Conquerors, Castlerea Brass & Reed Band, Patsy McCaul, Bill Haugh, Crazy Corner. This year, a traditional ‘Irish music & song’ group from Leitrim will perform in the castle while the very popular ‘castle tours’ are taking place. Also, Duggan School of Dance will perform on the day.

There will be a big Fisheries Display hosted by the Inland Fisheries Board, showcasing fish and fauna from the River Suck. There will be plenty of children’s entertainment with bouncy castles, pony and train rides, face-painting, hair-styling, etc. A large selection of books, cuddly toys, bags and jewellery will be on sale. Also, many items will be auctioned. Tickets for spot prizes will be on sale throughout the day and of course the grand draw will be a big feature. Tickets for the grand draw cost €5 each or you can get a book of 5 for €20. Funds collected on Sunday will go to the restoration of the castle and to the poor abroad in missionary countries. As this is a very worthy cause we ask everybody to come out and support the Picnic Day. Guests are welcome to bring their own BBQ or indeed to enjoy the delicious hot dogs, sandwiches, tea & coffee, ice cream/ sweets, etc. which will be on sale. Fr. Pat Hogan, SVD Rector of the Castle

and the SVD Community, together with the organising committee, invites everyone to Donamon on Sunday, July 29th and wishes all who attend a very enjoyable experience. The organisers wish to thank all their loyal supporters who contribute to the event and all who help to make this day a success, including all volunteers, the Civil Defence, Gardai, Roscommon County Council, Rural Social Scheme and all who assist in any way.

About Donamon Castle… Donamon Castle dates back to 1154 and is home to the Divine Word Missionaries, who came to Donamon Castle in 1939. The Divine Word Missionaries will celebrate 80 years in Donamon next year. One of the first ‘recruits’ to come was Fr. Norman Davitt, who arrived in Donamon in September 1939 –and is still part of the community there!

Pictured at the 2017 Open Family Picnic Day at Donamon Castle were Donata Maria Leyden, Katie Thomas and Ella Morrison. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured at the 2017 Open Family Picnic Day at Donamon Castle were John Duke, Jade McCormack, Ellie Lohan and Laura Curley. Picture: Andrew Fox

RTE’s ‘Dancing with the Stars’ winner Jake Carter will take to the stage in the late afternoon on Sunday next, July 29th.

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Facebook needs to face up to its responsibilities On the 15th of March 2015, I must have had a fleeting thought of doing whatever it is you do to open a Facebook account, because when I decided this morning to look up what being on Facebook is all about, there it was in black and white: ‘You visited this page on 15/3/15’ – and so I gave myself a little pat on the back, because I obviously must have decided to keep my life (as much as you can when you write a column like this) to myself. Anyways, it said that I could keep up with my friends (that’s if I had

any), faster and easier than ever, and I could share updates and photos and basically let the whole world know everything that I get up to. Then, as now, I couldn’t really think that anyone out there would give a damn about what time I get up at or what I have for breakfast – or any of the mundane stuff that people seem to like to share with all their so-called friends. However, the impression given would have been that it was all harmless enough stuff, and until the documentary that Channel 4 broadcast

last week – following an undercover investigation by an investigative journalist – I would have thought that such a massive worldwide company would have the highest of standards in place. That clearly was not the case, as graphic images and videos of chil-

dren – some as young as three years old – being brutally assaulted were uploaded and left on Facebook, as indeed was a video showing two easily identifiable teenage girls having a fairly violent fight. Amongst the other disturbing claims were that the reporter was told to take no action regarding a user’s age, even if they look under 13 years old, which is the minimum age for someone to have an account. The report also claims that hate speech can, in some cases, be permitted. All in all it doesn’t paint a very good picture

of how Facebook does its business (apart from its financial business, which is enormously successful). As someone who knows nothing about Twitter or Snapchat or Instagram, or nearly anything to do with social media, it’s probable that I would never have bothered with Facebook anyway, but after seeing that Channel 4 expose I am glad I resisted the temptation to join in 2015. Like it or not, you’ll have to rely on the Roscommon People to keep up to date with my future very unexciting life.

Ridiculous stance by GAA on Miller game Down south, in Cork, which they like to claim is the real Capital of Ireland, the problems that have arisen regarding the staging (or non-staging) of the Liam Miller fundraising match in Pairc Ui Chaoimh would almost be laughable if they weren’t so ridiculous. Even at this stage you would hope some common sense prevails and that the game gets the go-ahead. The outdated rules within the GAA, which, by some miracle allow, or have allowed, rugby matches, concerts, boxing and even American football to be played on Croke Park, but won’t let a soccer match take place in Pairc Ui Chaoimh, need to be revisited. The fact that the charity game is in honour of a young Cork man who started off as a GAA player but ended up reaching the highest level of soccer achievement by playing with Celtic, Manchester Utd. and Ireland, and who died at the very young age of 36 years, leaving a wife and young family behind, should surely be enough to get over any stupid rules and regulations. Bearing in mind that taxpayers pumped €30 million of our hard-earned money into the redevelopment of the venue, shouldn’t we have a say in whether or not it can be used? One of the arguments used is that Congress, which doesn’t take place until February, is the only vehicle that can change the present rules, so for me the quote of the week came from the Chairman of Monageer Boulavogue GAA Club in Wexford, who stated: “We will not be waiting on permission from Central Council every time our local primary school want to use our ground for an egg and spoon race, or every time Paddy and Mick want to play a game of racquetball in our handball alley”. Fair play to him!

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At the end of the day all it needs is a bit of common sense, and in truth the real winners would be the GAA itself, given the goodwill and positivity that it would generate. In the words of Tomas O’Se “It’s a no-brainer”. Let’s all hope it gets sorted and the big match between an Ireland XI and a Man. Utd. XI takes place in front of a 45,000 sell-out crowd in the new €70 million stadium. Staying with football, but of the GAA kind, as we suffered a humiliating firsthalf display in the Hyde against the Rossies in the Connacht final just over a month ago, if anyone told us at half-time in that match that Galway would now be in the All-Ireland semi-final we would

have sent for the men in white coats and sought immediate psychiatric help for whoever had made such a ludicrous announcement, because, in truth, at that stage winning the Lotto or the Euromillions looked a good bit more likely. However, here we are towards the end of July, and it’s hard to credit how the fortunes of the two Connacht finalists have been so different. The Rossies, who in my opinion would still be very close to Galway if they were to meet them again, have had a difficult Super 8s, and still must take on the Dubs in Croker before their campaign ends. The Tribesmen, by virtue of two reasonably good wins, are only three games away from taking home the Sam Maguire.

Now of course it looks like a foregone conclusion that the Dubs will do their four-in-a-row – it’s hard to see anyone stopping them – but by next Sunday evening only four teams will still be standing, and Galway and Dublin are already among them. So for me, the bottom line is that as a Galway man, I have to salute their performances. Having been highly critical of their style of play, I now have to eat a good deal of humble pie and admit that Kevin Walsh obviously knows better than I do. I would still like to see a bit more adventure in the game plan, but everyone else is at it…this blanket defence and backways and sideways passing…so, I suppose, like the old saying says, it’s a case of ‘If you can’t beat them, join them’. Also, my criticism of the Super 8s may have been a bit premature, as last weekend’s games were much improved on the first week’s efforts, and three of this weekend’s matches have a lot riding on them. As I came home from Roscommon yesterday evening I passed two neighbouring houses, one with a Galway flag and the other with a Roscommon flag. The Galway one was flying proudly in the wind, while across the road the Roscommon one was almost limp, and I thought to myself that they reflected the present state of the fortunes of the respective teams. Galway are flying high right now, but of course there is no guarantee that next year Roscommon or Mayo won’t be there, so for all of us who support the maroon and white, let’s enjoy it while we can, because in sport, nothing – even the dominance of the Dubs – lasts for ever.

Don’t miss Family Day at Donamon this Sunday! Finally for this week, don’t forget Ireland’s biggest and best free concert is taking place in Donamon Castle this Sunday. It all starts with 12.30 Mass. Parking is free. As there is a full preview elsewhere in the paper, I won’t go into any more detail, except to tell you that Jake Carter and his band will be there, as will many more top entertainers. It’s always one of the best days of the year, and this year will be even better, so don’t say no-one told you, and make sure you get to Donamon this Sunday, 29th of July, and please God I will see you there.

Till next week, Bye for now!

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A super midsummer break  JAMIE CASSIDY

Enjoying our prolonged summer heatwave, it was the perfect time to partake in a joyous day’s outing. And so, last Thursday week, it was our turn to fulfill that outing as 52 patrons from the Elphin Day Centre set off to the glorious Silver Eel in two buses, arriving at the marina just before noon. A boat trip had been arranged by our gracious manager, Catherine, and the first group were boarded on the vessel just after midday, under the command of good captain, Gerry Jordan. The voyage took about half an hour under ideal conditions and all passengers enjoyed it immensely. The second group equally enjoyed the mini-voyage. Once again, all of us were back at the Silver Eel with time for drinks/libations prior to lunch at 1.30 pm. The table was beautifully laid out and once all were seated, we had a choice of four entrees – chicken curry, slow cooked roast beef, stuffed chicken and bacon, and fresh grilled cod – all served with tender cooked vegetables (cauliflower, broccoli, carrots…), as well as roast and mashed potatoes. Then, we were given four choices for dessert – Pavlova, sherry trifle, jelly and ice cream, homemade apple pie, and/or coffee and tea. It was a gastronomic delight fit for royalty. All tummies were ‘full as ticks’ as we returned to the lounge where live music was on standby and the dance floor quickly filled with dancers of all ages. The band was the local ‘Featherhead’, consisting of father and daughter, and they produced a great selection of diversified music to suit all tastes. To round off the day and night, we had a big raffle and all went home with a present. John Beirne – one of our members – had his 80th birthday, and a huge cake baked on the premises, and adorned with candles, arrived from the kitchen to great applause, good wishes and the singing of ‘Happy Birthday’. I was afraid the carrier of the cake might suffer a hernia, but fortunately all went well, and we all had a generous slice. Jackie and her staff are to be commended for the great, thorough and caring service they provided at the restaurant – nothing was overlooked. It was a super day for all and if it were any better, I could hardly tolerate it! Well done!

Roscommon fans pictured at Dr. Hyde Park on Saturday for the Roscommon/Donegal game.

Miriam’s MUSINGS What happens in Helsinki stays in Helsinki... apparently! Words of wit and wisdom with MIRIAM KERINS

In my opinion, if you have to explain yourself to the world…you’ve already lost! If you have to correct the record…you’ve already lost. Given Donald Trump’s latest controversial remarks – labelled ‘treasonous’ (and they possibly were in so much as he seemed to denounce his own security agencies and appeared to side with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the so-called ‘election-meddling’ matter) – I have to ask if the world is now witnessing the unravelling of the man who once described himself as a ‘very stable genius,’ and “like, really smart”? But sure never mind, I’m certain Trump’s boss (Putin) will offer him another job at the Kremlin! Reviewing the wreckage, I found Trump’s pathetic, amateur-hour knee-jerk attempt to quieten the fire among his supporters quite absurd. He, er…explained: “In a key sentence in my remarks, I said the word would instead of wouldn’t. The sentence should have been, ‘I don’t see any

US President Donald Trump and Russia’s Vladimir Putin at summit in Helsinki, Finland

reason why I wouldn’t or why it wouldn’t be Russia’”. I have to say I found the whole thing hilarious; and, for a split second actually thought to myself…perhaps it’s not Trump at all, perhaps it’s just Sacha Baron Cohen pranking Putin! When these two powerful leaders met each other last week I would have expected a scenario where they’d have circled each other, thrown a few shapes and then squared up

in an equal show of strength. However, disappointingly, it was more of case of forceful spy-master Putin meeting lowly common-hustler Trump and working him like a lackey. And all done in the full glare of the world’s media! In fact, given the corrosive crisis POTUS has created for himself, the whole Helsinki Summit event now resembles a plot from The Manchurian Candidate. It’s got to be clear

to everyone – especially those who voted for him, those who hoped he’d effect change (and he’s certainly doing that…but not in a positive way) – that things aren’t going as they’d planned. Americans must now be wondering how far Agent Orange plans to take this bromance with Putin. I mean, he probably already has the key to the White House front door at this stage…and that’s gotta be scary.

Who cares what the Brexit Bugle thinks? So, the Brexit Bugle, sorry the UK Sun, has resorted to calling the leader of our country an ‘airhead,’ and an ‘EU toady’ bless their little hearts and their worrying lack of creativity. I mean seriously readers, who in their right mind is going to be swayed by the opinion of a publication that’s best known for its page three nude-y pics and its constant obsession with the price of beer? I have to say the Irish version of the Sun had no hand, act or part in this insulting headline. Apparently An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar’s remarks regarding the UK’s Brexit – i.e. “You cannot have your cake and eat it. You can’t take back your waters and then expect to use other people’s sky” – irked the red top. However, in my opinion, it was a fair comment for Leo to make. And sure isn’t it about time he woke up and worked on our contingency plans so that we’re prepared for a

worst possible Brexit outcome. I mean, given the litany of ifs, buts, what ifs, highly unlikelies and probably maybes that’ve been bandied about by the Brexiteers, it’s really very difficult for us to believe any word that comes out of Theresa May and her jolly-hockey stick flunkies’ mouths, especially as they appear to change their minds from one hour to the next. Sure May herself is hardly in a position to make any long-term promises when she’s probably only surviving in her job from one day to the next, and yet we as a nation are still pandering to her every whim. We’re bending over backwards for the UK, and of course we should help and align ourselves with our lovely neighbours, but I think the time has possibly now come to set the UK adrift, to let them go and to instead concentrate on saving our own a**es.

Leo…here’s my advice. Wish the delightful UK well, tell them we’ll always remain pals, but they now need to feck off and get on with Brexit. It’s time for us to understand that our ship is not coming in, that we need to swim out to it and start opening up serious dialogue with the likes of Merkel (God help us) and Macron, and save our own skins. If you fail to do this Leo – if you fail to lead us – and let the UK get out of their own cock-up and continue instead to play footsie with them, Ireland will end up like a third world country on the periphery of the EU, scavenging for the scraps. Now g’wan, make nice with Emmanuel and Angela and see if they have a few bob to pay for the one thousand extra customs officers and veterinary inspectors to police our ports because us taxpayers are bloody skint!

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It’s Carnival time once again in Ballygar!  DAN DOONER

One of Ireland’s longestrunning carnivals, Ballygar Carnival, will take place from Thursday, August 2nd to Tuesday, August 7th, in Ballygar, Co. Galway. This will be the 74th anniversary of the event. Ballygar Carnival committee secretary, Josephine Raftery, says the hard work behind the successful event is ongoing. “It’ll start again once this year’s carnival finishes. There’s a lot of great work done behind the scenes by

our hard-working committee,” she said. Josephine added that the committee were very grateful to the local businesses in Ballygar who support the carnival every year. “We’re very thankful to the local businesses of course. The event wouldn’t be possible without their support. “It’s a wonderful event and each year people come home to Ballygar to be part of it. We’re very much looking forward to the August Bank Holiday,” she said. The persistent Ballygar Carnival committee mem-

bers have been hard at work securing some top class entertainment for this year’s event and it has certainly paid off. From top entertainers like Séan Keane, Mike Denver, Cliona Hagan, Silhouette, and Smash Hits, to the street entertainment of the Fair Day, Truckin’ and the Carnival Parade, there is something for everyone in Ballygar over the August Bank Holiday weekend. Throughout the weekend there will be various sporting events and tournaments taking place at the new pitch

development and at the Niall Walsh Community Field. More details can be found in the carnival brochure. This year’s Ballygar Carnival promises to be another really enjoyable event for the whole family so come along, spread the word and join in the celebrations! Find Ballygar Carnival on Facebook for more information and regular updates. Ballygar Carnival is also on Instagram so follow the page and use the #ballygarcarnival to share the carnival experience.

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Ballygar Carnival… Thursday, August 2nd The carnival will officially open at the Mattie McDonagh Centre with renowned Galwaybased artist Sean Keane. Seán will perform music from the folk, country and traditional Irish genres. Local musicians will perform at the interval. Later that night, from 11.30 pm, DJ Decades will play disco hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s.

sociation with Ballygar Carnival and Foróige, will take place on the Niall Walsh Community Field at 6 pm on Friday evening. This will include Bubble Soccer, Colour Run, DJ and much more. At 11.30 pm, Country music star Cliona Hagan will take to the stage at the Mattie McDonagh Centre for what promises to be an evening of top class entertainment.

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The people of Ballygar will gather to celebrate Mass at Ballygar Cemetery at 10.30 am on Sunday, August 5th. At 12 noon there will be an orienteering event in Aughrane forest. This event will involve a walk or run through parts of the forest. Each participant will be presented with a map to follow a given route. Participants are asked to assemble in the castle grounds at 12 pm. The annual Children’s Fancy Dress will take place at 3 pm on the Sunday in the Mattie McDonagh Centre. At 6 pm, the Carnival Parade will take place along the main street of Ballygar. The parade will include floats, military groups, the Mullingar town band, local voluntary groups, music groups, vintage, dance groups, art groups and street entertainment. Prizes will be awarded under various categories. Silhouette will make their highly-anticipated Ballygar debut at 11.30 pm on Sunday evening in the Mattie McDonagh Centre.

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Saturday. Paul is the author of ‘Mount Talbot: A Journey Through the Ages’ and ‘Ballygar and the Surrounding Areas during the Revolutionary Years, 1913-1923’. The talk will take place at the Courthouse, Market Square and a walk through the town will follow. The talk will commemorate the 100th anniversary of Ballygar’s infamous Bayonet Charge. At 4 pm, the hugely-popular ‘Truckin’ event will take place in aid of East Galway and Midlands Cancer Support and Irish Wheelchair Association, Roscommon. At 11.30 pm, Irish Country Music star Mike Denver will perform at the Mattie McDonagh Centre.

Big names headline this year’s Carnival…  DAN DOONER

The organisers of the 74th Ballygar Carnival have pulled out all the stops when it comes to entertainment this year, with some of Ireland’s best-known acts set to take the stage right across the August Bank Holiday weekend. The festival kicks off with Seán Keane on Thursday, August 2nd. Seán’s unique style encompasses traditional Irish, folk, country and blues. He’ll be on stage at the Mattie McDonagh Centre from 8 pm and admission is €20 with support from local musicians for this over 18s event. The multi-award winning Cliona Hagan has enjoyed a very successful few years on the Irish country music scene and the Tyrone native will be performing some of her hit singles from 11.30

pm on Friday night in the Mattie McDonagh Centre. Admission is €20 and over 18s only with a late bar. Speaking of the Irish country music scene, one of the country’s top acts will be in the Mattie McDonagh Centre, Ballygar on Saturday night from 11.30 pm. Mike Denver will perform some of his many hits, including ‘My Oklahoma Home’, ‘Hills of Donegal’ and his Rockabilly collection. ID is required for this over 18s event and admission is €20. On Sunday, August 5th, Ballygar Carnival is proud to present ‘Silhouette’, the ultimate party rockers. This talented group of musicians take the stage at the Mattie McDonagh at 11.30 pm for what promises to be an action-packed set featuring classic anthems from the ‘80s, ‘90s and

noughties. Admission is €15 and there is a late bar. On Monday, August 6th, Dublin six-piece Smash Hits will perform. Comprised of experienced musicians, this group will perform the best ‘90s classics, from artists including Vanilla Ice, MC Hammer,

Take That, The Spice Girls and many more. Wrapping up a terrific weekend of live music in Ballygar are The Amazing Apples, who perform on the Main Street from 3 to 6 pm on the Bank Holiday Monday. This five-piece indie/folk band from Gal-

way were awarded ‘Galway Band of the Year’ in 2015 and always put on a great show. So whatever your musical tastes, the 74th Ballygar Carnival has something for everyone from Thursday, August 2nd to Monday, August 6th!

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Carnival Bonanza Sale at Martina’s Fashions There’s a ‘Ballygar Carnival Bonanza Sale’ at Martina’s Fashions which readers simply must check out! Martina’s Fashions is a very well established and popular business in the picturesque town of Ballygar. All year ‘round, ‘Martina’s’ offers a large selection of leading fashions for ladies and children, backed up by friendly service. Now, with the 74th annual Ballygar Carnival coming up, Martina’s is entering into the festival spirit with a Carnival Bonanza Sale which will start on July 31st. There’s up to 50% off selected stock and some spectacular knockdown prices! Make sure to call into Martina’s Fashions to see for yourself! See advertisement for more details. Contact Martina’s Fashions on 090-6624561.

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40th annual O’Carolan Harp Festival will feature top musicians  DAN DOONER

The O’Carolan Harp Festival returns to Keadue for the 40th year this August Bank Holiday weekend (Friday 3rd to Monday 6th) and will feature some of the very best musicians Ireland has to offer. The festival began in 1978, aiming to commemorate the famous harpist, Turlough O’Carolan, who

lived in the area and was laid to rest near Keadue. The festival includes concerts, céilís, harp tuition, set dancing, harp recitals, and a harp competition sponsored by Arigna Fuels. Among the groups to grace the festival over the years are: The Chieftains, Sharon Shannon, De Danann, Foster & Allen and Dervish. Many inter-

national artists have also appeared at the festival. This year Stockton’s Wing will once again return for a very special concert on Sunday, August 5th at 9 pm. The Bank Holiday programme of events begins on Friday (3rd) at 10 pm with a céilí in St. Ronan’s Hall with music by Rise the Dust. On Saturday (4th) harp

competitions commence at 10.30 am with a harp concert in Keadue Church at 9 pm and at 9.30 pm Shaskeen will perform a live concert. This is a concert not to be missed. Tickets can be booked online from the festival website www. ocarolanharpfestival.ie or by calling 087-2559269. On Sunday (5th) the crafts, food and arts dis-

plays will open at 2.30 pm before the festival parade featuring the Raheen Pipe Band takes place at 3 pm. The festival will be officially opened at 3.30 pm ahead of music and song from the ‘GigRig’ in St. Ronan’s Hall. Monday will see the annual visit to O’Carolan’s grave in Kilronan Cemetery at 11 am before a lecture in Kilronan Castle at 12 pm. Youth members of Keadue CCE will provide music, song and dance at 3 pm and Lee Matthews and band will perform in The Heritage Park at 4 pm. The festival will close at 7 pm with the internationally renowned Door Dancing Competition. The O’Carolan Harp Festival Summer School meanwhile will run from Monday, July 30th to Friday, August 3rd featuring renowned tutors of music and dance. For more information email tickets@ocarolanfestival.ie, for entries email entries@ocarolanfestival. ie or contact 087-2559269 or 087-3155880 or visit www.ocarolanharpfestival. ie.

This year Stockton’s Wing will once again return for a very special concert on Sunday, August 5th at 9 pm.

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Ethan Duffy, Ross O’Dowd and Niall Duffy pictured at Rockford’s last Saturday night. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Thursday is Tutors’ Concert night! One of the highlights of the O’Carolan Summer School in Keadue is the Tutors’ Concert to be held on Thursday, 2nd of August at 8.30 pm. This is always a popular concert of traditional music, song and dance when Ireland’s leading artists will be performing. The tutors at the Summer School take part in the concert and the MC for the night is Deputy Eugene Murphy. The following artists will be performing on the night: Laoise Kelly, Niamh McGloin, Alisha McMahon, Angelina Carbury, Michael Hurley, Junior Davey, Dan Bruder, Padraig Sweeney, Lorraine Sweeney, Mossie Martin, Francis Cunningham, Clare Bohan, Fionnuala Maxwell, Patrick Devane and Gerard Butler. A great night’s entertainment is guaranteed!

Grainne Gaynor and Keith Murphy pictured at Rockford’s last Saturday night. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Liam’s back! Among the highlights of the O’Carolan Harp Festival over the years have been the regular appearances of Liam Purcell and his many friends. Liam, a famous button accordion player from Crossna and now living in Dublin, never fails to play at this annual event. Liam has toured with Comhaltas Ceoltoírí Eireann on many occasions, appearing at concert venues in various cities throughout the world. Liam is the leader of the O’Carolan Country Ceili Band playing at one of the Summer School céilíthe on Tuesday night, 31st of July, and at the Door Dancing on Monday, 6th of August. He will also be participating in the numerous music sessions throughout the festival and Summer School.

Daire Keenan, Oisin Campbell, Michael Egan and Cathal Crehan pictured at Rockford’s last Saturday night. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Telephone: 090 6626225 Saturday 28th July:

Blackwater Flashback: Members of the Leyden family making at presentation to Mary O’Rourke, Guest of Honour at the official opening of Castlecoote Lodge in 2013. Pictured were (l-r) Sinéad, Terry and Mary Leyden, Mary O’Rourke, Donata Marie Roberto, Mairéad and Orla Leyden. Picture: Andrew Fox

Castlecoote Lodge celebrates 5th anniversary on Friday night  DAN DOONER

The Castlecoote Lodge, or to give it its full title: The Castlecoote Lodge Bar & Replica Dáil & Seanad Lounge, celebrates its 5th anniversary this Friday evening from 9 pm.

Proprietor Mary Leyden says it has been a busy five years for the Castlecoote establishment. “It has been a very eventful and exciting five years since myself, my husband Terry and our son Conor opened the Castlecoote

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Lodge Bar & Lounge. “The pub was purchased from the late Tom Reilly (RIP) and his wife Maire, and it was a very successful and much-loved pub owned by publicans who ran a very popular premises. “It had originally been owned by the well-respected Ward family from as far back as the 19th century. The present-day premises had been rebuilt in 1953 by the very popular Bill and Matt Ward. “Since the re-opening of Castlecoote Lodge Bar & Lounge in July 2013 we’ve thankfully been very busy with wonderful regular customers, and Irish Trad sessions every third Friday of the month with talented musicians, singers, dancers and storytellers. “In fact, as recently as last Friday night, one of the entertainers was the great Seanachaí Vincent

Pierse, who entertained a good crowd. “The Lodge has also hosted RTÉ’s Nationwide, which featured traditional musicians and dancers and highlighted the beauty of Castlecoote Village, which has won numerous Tidy Towns awards over the years, thanks to the dedicated committee and volunteers. “Castlecoote Lodge Bar & Lounge was officially opened by former Minister Mary O’Rourke back in September 2013 and Mary has visited us many times

over the last five years,” Mary added. The pub has proven to be a popular venue for all manner of launches including the official opening of Fleadh Cheoil Ros Comáin in 2017 and 2018, and book launches by Mary O’Rourke (‘Just Mary’), Sir Patrick Duffy, and Terry’s cousin, Brian Leyden. It has also hosted numerous local and national events and the Leydens say they are looking forward to hosting many more in the future.

An open invitation To mark their 5th anniversary as the owners of the beautiful Castlecoote Lodge Bar & Lounge, the Leyden family cordially invite you to Castlecoote this Friday evening at 9 pm for a special anniversary party. Local singer-songwriter Derek Campbell will feature his new album ‘My Beautiful Bride’ on what promises to be a great night of craic and ceol in the popular Castlecoote premises.

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James Bennett, Lauren Bloor and Fiachra Leavy pictured at Rockford’s last Saturday night. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Rapid Grass takes root in Castlecoote  DAN DOONER

A highly-acclaimed bluegrass band from the United States called Rapid Grass, is set to take PJ’s of Castlecoote by storm this Friday night as part of their European tour. Founded in Golden, Colorado in 2012, Rapid Grass includes Mark Morris on guitar and vocals, Coleman Smith on violin, mandolin and vocals, Carl Meinecke on upright bass, tenor banjo and vocals, Alex Johnstone on mandolin, fiddle and vocals, and recording producer Billy Cardine on dobro and vocals. While widely considered bluegrass, their genre of music can best be described as ‘rapidgrass’ due to its furious pace and its wide range of influences including gypsy jazz, bluegrass, swing and classical music.

The band have won multiple awards, including the ‘Rockygrass Band Competition’ and 303 Magazine’s ‘Best Bluegrass Band in Denver’, and they

Rooskey Heritage Festival this weekend! The Rooskey Heritage Festival takes place this weekend with official opening at Rooskey Bridge at 8 pm on Friday evening. This will be followed by a special duck race on the River Shannon with entertainment from the Looney Hoppers and Lip Sync taking place from 8.30 pm. Saturday will see a Food and Craft Fair taking place from 1 to 6 pm, with Kiltimagh Pet Farm, pony rides, a climbing frame, kayaking safari, and boat trips. There will be facepainting between 2 and 3 pm before Manic Ukes performs

in the Big Red Barn from 2 to 4 pm. A documentary on the life of Bridie Clyne will be shown at 4 pm in the community centre before line dancing from 8 to 10 pm. Country music star, Robert Mizzell, will finish Saturday in style with a performance at the Big Red Barn from 10 pm until late. Sunday is jam-packed with events including a Food and Craft Fair from 1 to 6 pm. This will be followed by more facepainting and the very popular Dog Show (3 pm). Before the Dog Show, the Bridie Clyne Plaque will be

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unveiled, followed by a Q&A in the Weir Lodge. At 3 pm, visitors to the festival can meet Captain Sparrow and Pirate Sally before a Magic Show, jugglers and stilt walkers entertain the crowd from 4.30 to 5.30 pm. The festival winds down with a delicious Whole Hog Sunday Supper, followed by Tug O’War, and entertainment by Somewhere Under Oceans from 6 to 8 pm, and Late Nite Radio from 8 pm until late. So this weekend, head along to Rooskey for what promises to be another fun-filled Heritage Festival!

have also headlined the renowned La Roche Bluegrass Festival in France. Their session at PJ’s in Castlecoote is quite the coup for the bar as Rap-

idgrass prepare for the European leg of their summer tour. Rapidgrass will perform from 9.30 pm this Friday night in the relaxing sur-

rounds of Castlecoote ahead of a hectic schedule which includes a return to the La Roche Bluegrass Festival and gigs in Chamonix.

Youth Theatre One-Act Festival Roscommon County Youth Theatre are currently producing a Member’s One-Act Festival which will be held in Roscommon County Library on Friday, the 27th of July at 1 pm. The show will feature two short one-act plays written, directed and produced by members of Roscommon County Youth Theatre. The first of the plays, entitled ‘A St. Stephen’s

Day Sin’, is written and directed by Mark O’Connor. The second play, ‘Her’, is written and directed by Roisin Gill-Fagan. Admission is free but capacity is limited, so call or text 087-2637787 to reserve seating. Come enjoy a lunchtime of theatre this Friday in Roscommon County Library with Roscommon County Youth Theatre.

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Michelle McNeill and friends pictured at Michelle’s surprise 50th birthday party at P. Kelly’s The Last Stand last Saturday night.

Michelle and Gerry McNeill pictured at Michelle’s surprise 50th birthday party at P. Kelly’s The Last Stand last Saturday night.

Faces & Places Surprise 50th party for Michelle McNeill!

P. Kelly’s The Last Stand Dave, Eamon, Michelle, Maurice and Paul Sweeney pictured at Michelle’s surprise 50th birthday party at P. Kelly’s The Last Stand last Saturday night.

Georgina Furey and Alison Trimble pictured at Michelle’s surprise 50th birthday party at P. Kelly’s The Last Stand last Saturday night.

Kevin and Sinead Healy, Sean Kelly and Orla Healy pictured at Michelle’s surprise 50th birthday party at P. Kelly’s The Last Stand last Saturday night.

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Michelle, Gerry and Mary McNeill pictured at Michelle’s surprise 50th birthday party at P. Kelly’s The Last Stand last Saturday night.

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Commercial and residential property at Lanesboro Street A commercial/residential property at Lanesboro Street, Roscommon which is now on the market is likely to attract great interest. It’s on the books of Loretta Dowd Properties. This superiorly located property is presented for sale in good condition. It comprises briefly of – ground floor: c. 500 sq. ft. commercial unit currently trading as ‘O’Grady’s Cornice Shop’. Located to the rear of the property is a large secure yard with two large storage sheds and WC, offering the rare opportunity to acquire

Emlaghbeg, Donamon, Co. Roscommon

Stunning setting… in Donamon John Earley’s Property of the Week is well worth viewing… John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering a prime four-bedroomed detached residence, located at Emlaghbeg, Donamon, Co. Roscommon as his property of the week.

John describes the property as “an imposing four-bedroomed detached two-storey countryside residence of approx. 2,185 sq. ft. standing on a beautifully mature site area of approx. 0.7 an acre. The residence is located in a most attractive residential location on a quiet and peaceful cul-de-sac roadway. “Presented for sale in excellent condition throughout, this property must

be viewed to be fully appreciated and the auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and offers to sell. Guide price: €150,000”. For further details contact John Earley (FIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie. Also, find us on facebook.

vehicular access from the Mart Road (just at the rear of the bus stop near Tesco). On the first floor, is an occupied two-bedroomed apartment. This fine apartment is spacious and bright and accommodation com-

prises of independent front entrance from Lanesboro Street, stairs to first floor, spacious kitchen, sitting room, two bedrooms and bathroom. Loretta Dowd commented: “This is a prime premises in an excellent location within walking distance of all local amenities and large shops. Loretta Dowd says this property must be viewed to be appreciated. She is seeking offers above €165,000 with a view to a sale. Contact Loretta Dowd (MIPAV) on 0872233223, see www.daft.ie.

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION RESIDENCE ON C.126.40 ACRES AT GORTEENCLOUGH or CORRAMORE, ATHLEAGUE, CO. ROSCOMMON F42 VX39 By Public Auction Thursday 23rd August 2018 at 4pm In The Bridge House, Athleague, Co. Roscommon, F42 RR71 Prime residential farm comprising excellent quality lands located adjacent Athleague Village

Desirable house in a desirable estate! Newly-arrived on the market is this spacious new five-bedroomed detached two-storey residence c. 1,680 sq. ft. on the Racecourse Road in Roscommon. It’s on the books of Ivan Connaughton Auctioneers. Situated on a corner site in the much sought after Castlemanor, this property is newly-built with the addition of a large detached garage to the rear of the property. Castle Manor is within walking distance of Roscommon town and all its amenities. Built and finished to a very high standard, this

property is a must for viewing before being snapped off the market due to demand for family homes in this desirable estate. There are many extra features such as stira stairs to the attic, lawns (levelled and seeded), driveway (kerbed and tarmacadamed). Also, mains water and sewerage with oilfired central heating. Accommodation includes – ground floor: reception hallway, sitting room, kitchen, living/dining room, utility, bedroom with ensuite bathroom. First floor: Four bedrooms

Set out in lots as follows: Lot 1: Entire Property - Residence and Outbuildings standing on c.126.40 Acres Lot 2: Three Bedroom Residence on c.1 Acre Lot 3: c.85.54 Acres of excellent quality lands Lot 4: c.24.70 Acres of excellent quality lands Lot 5: c.15.16 Acres of lands at end of country lane For further details, maps & brochure contact Joint Selling Agents: Spacious new five-bedroomed detached two-storey residence c. 1,680 sq. ft. at Castlemanor, on the Racecourse Road in Roscommon town.

in all with one ensuite bathroom and main bathroom. For further details and to arrange your viewing, contact the office on 090-

6663700 or info@connaughtonauctioneers.ie. Weekend/evening and bank holiday viewings available.

Moran Auctioneers Tel: 090-6624531. PRSA 001472

Connaughton Auctioneers Tel: 090-6663700. PRSA 001350

Solicitor for the carriage of sale: Billy Brandon Solicitor at Patrick J. Neilan Solicitors, Roscommon Tel: 090-6626245.

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DEVELOPMENT/INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

REDUCED RESERVE BALLINAGARD ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN

Quality four-bedroom bungalow situated on a large private site on the popular Ballinagard Road within walking distance of all Town amenities. An attractive property with part timber facade, accommodation consists of entrance hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, playroom, four large bedrooms, utility and family bathroom. Price Region: €179,970 Ref: 9/D01027 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET Partially Completed House

RAHARA VILLAGE, CO. ROSCOMMON 4 Bedroom Bungalow residence extending to 192 sq. meters and built to wall plate level. Planning has recently been granted by Roscommon Co. Co. to retain existing works and complete single-story Residence. Ref: 17/499. This bungalow is located in the village of Rahara within walking distance to local school etc., and only 8 miles from Athlone Town Centre. Price Region: €75,000 REF: D01317 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

FOR SALE Impressive 5 Bedroom Property Overlooking ‘Blacks Lake’

NEW ROAD, CASTLECOOTE, CO. ROSCOMMON F42 VK03 Impressive 5 bedroom residence situated on an elevated ¾ acre site with spectacular views over ‘Blacks Lake’. Well proportioned accommodation includes entrance hallway, sitting room with large solid fuel Henely Stove, open plan kitchen/ dining room, utility, 5 bedrooms, master ensuite. Price Region: €255,000 Ref: D01238/13 BER C3 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

FOR SALE BALLYBROGAN ROAD, LECARROW, CO. ROSCOMMON F42 E180 Stunning 4-bedroom dormer style residence situated on an elevated site with exceptional views of the surrounding countryside. Located in a quiet country setting yet only 10 minutes from Athlone Town Centre. This residence comprises: entrance hallway, sitting room, open plan kitchen/dining room with conservatory off, utility with guest WC. There are 2 large bedrooms on the ground floor and a further 2 bedrooms on the first floor together with bathroom on both levels. Price Region: €275,000 BER: C1 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

•••WANTED WANTED WANTED••• 3 bed residence in Roscommon town for cash client. All queries dealt with in strictest confidence. 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

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No. 2 The Orchard, The Walk, Roscommon town

Residence is in ‘showhouse’ condition On the books of Oates Auctioneers, Roscommon is this superior dormer-style residence at No. 2, The Walk, Roscommon town. This property is presented for sale in showhouse condition by its present owners – with no expense spared! Accommodation includes four bedrooms (two ensuite), sitting room, kitchen/dining room, utility and family bathroom. There are a lot of extras including solid beech flooring, bright and spacious kitchen with cream units with granite worktops,

landscaped private grounds to side and rear, together with paved footpaths. This property is located in a secluded setting of just three houses in a mature residential area within walking distance to all amenities. All offers welcome with a view to sale, says the auctioneer. For enquiries, contact Oates Auctioneers, Church Street, Roscommon town, Co. Roscommon. Tel. 090-6627878. Email info@oates.ie

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REA Seamus Carthy provides an extensive range of professional services including Red Book valuations for commercial and residential portfolios, land sales, capital gains tax, rental valuations, mortgage valuations, fair deal valuations and probate valuations. Aishleen O’Toole of REA Seamus Carthy advises that they have seen an uplift in the number of residential valuations required for those purchasing or building houses. “We understand that these valuations are required quickly to ensure that there are no delays in the lending process” Aishleen said. Aishleen also specialises in Commercial Rent and Rates Reviews on behalf

of both landlords and tenants. As has been widely documented, commercial occupiers within County Roscommon recently underwent a rating revaluation, which means the level of rates previously paid has changed. Commercial properties are due to be reviewed in 2020. Aishleen advised that she recently successfully secured reductions of over a quarter of a million euro on behalf of occupiers. The 2019 Revaluation is currently underway for

properties in the following counties: Cavan, Fingal, Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Tipperary, Wexford and Wicklow. “Should you have a commercial property in these locations and you would like rating advice, please contact us” Aishleen says. For further information or to get professional advice in relation to commercial, residential or land valuations, contact Aishleen O’Toole or Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy on 090-6630001 or email info@reacarthy.ie.

Townhouse at Brogan’s Lane At Brogan’s Lane, Roscommon Town, Hughes & Co. are offering an attractive three-bedroomed townhouse for sale. The residence is in excellent condition and can be sold fully furnished if required. The residence is generating an annual rental income of €9,600. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

This Residential/Investment/Development Opportunity comprises a substantial 4/5 detached two storey residence with detached garage presented in excellent condition. 3 bedroom traditional style residence - part complete and a large residentially zoned site offering obvious potential. Can be sold in one lot or individually. Immediate Enquiries Advised. Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001 AMV: €300,000

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BALLYCONBOY, BALLINAGARE, CASTLEREA, ROSCOMMON, F45DV58

Traditional 2 storey farmhouse with outbuildings, set in mature setting. Immediate viewings are strongly advised. Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001 AMV: €100,000

NEW TO THE MARKET

LISALWAY, CASTLEREA, CO. ROSCOMMON, F45 C421

A most attractive traditional style 3 bedroom two storey farmhouse, exceptionally well maintained over the years and now presented to the marketplace in excellent condition. Benefiting from 2 no. garages/fuels stores, the said property is set on an elevated and mature site offering idyllic countryside views. Well maintained large lawn at the front of the property. Situated just a short walk from the local shop and less than 4 miles from the local town of Castlerea. Immediate viewings are strongly advised for what is considered a quality traditional style family home conveniently located between the towns of Castlerea and Roscommon. Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001

NEW TO THE MARKET

11 THE OAKS, FRENCHPARK, CO. ROSCOMMON * FOR SALE BY REA ONLINE AUCTION * Friday 17th August 2018 concluding at 2pm

Extremely well presented 4 Bedroom townhouse situated in a modern and fully completed residential estate in the village of Frenchpark. This property is “turn key” and ready to walk into. Of interest to owner occupiers and investors alike. AMV: €70,000

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.

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NEW TO THE MARKET

ONE OF ROSCOMMON’S MOST ICONIC AND LONGEST ESTABLISHED LICENSED PREMISES, SELLING WITH THE BENEFIT OF P/P FOR A PUB/RESTAURANT AND RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT.

A PRIME RESIDENTIAL FARM OF LANDS CONTAINING APPROX. 54 ACRES LOCATED AT

“McCRANN’S”, located at Castle Street, Roscommon Town, Co. Roscommon

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON FRIDAY 17TH AUGUST 2018

THE TULSK INN PUB & COUNTRY BALLROOM

TREANBOY, BALLYMOE, CO. GALWAY Price Guide: €450,000 the entire

MAIN STREET, TULSK VILLAGE, CO. ROSCOMMON. PRICE GUIDE: €175,000. “One of the regions most renowned entertainment venues”

A once in a life time opportunity to acquire one of Roscommon’s most renowned landmark properties. McCrann’s of Castle Street comes to the market after a life time of successful trading on the west side of Roscommon town with planning permission having recently been granted for a full scale and attractive redevelopment. Commanding a prime and self advertising position on a busy thoroughfare, McCrann’s is renowned as a character trading house and as a popular venue for Roscommon Racecourse patrons. A unique property, selling as it stands as a going concern with full planning permission for the redevelopment of a new bar/restaurant and 3 number spacious 3 B/R townhouses. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. LEGAL: MR DONAL MCCRANN, MESSERS JAMES V TIGHE, CELBRIDGE, CO. KILDARE. 01 6102408.

Prime lands containing approx. 54 acres located in a renowned farming district close to Ballymoe village. Standing on the said lands is a quality 5 B/R two storey residence of approx. 2,100 sq.ft with the benefit of a substantial farm yard set adjacent to same. The said farm yard briefly comprises of a 4 bay double slatted shed with central passage, a former milking parlor, a 3 bay cubicle shed an open storage shed. Servicing same is a substantial concrete silage slab. A hardcore roadway independently services the said farm yard and land. The said property can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate and are set out as follows: Lot 1: The Entire. €450,000 ono. Lot 2: Residence with say 5 acres and farm buildings together with turbary rights over approx. 1.26 acres. €180,000 ono. Lot 3 (option): Residence with approx 1 acre with storage shed set to side together with turbary rights over approx. 1.26 acres. €130,000. Lot 4: Approx 27 acres of farm lands. €150,000 ono. Lot 5: Approx 22 acres with derelict residence and shed standing thereon. €120,000 ono. Lot 6: Boglands containing approx. 1.16 acres. Note: The said lands can be sold as stated in the above or more lots should market interest dictate. JOINT AGENT: MICHAEL O’ROURKE AUCTIONEER, CREGGS. 090 66 21125.

For sale by public auction on Friday 17th August 2018 at 4pm on the premises (unless previously sold) A renowned and highly regarded trading house having established itself as one of the regions most popular entertainment venues. Tulsk is a thriving village which can accommodate for most everyday needs and is know as the crossroads of the west of Ireland. Servicing a large catchment area, The Tulsk Inn Pub and Country Ballroom is primely positioned to cater for large functions, dances, social events and all local and passing trade. The property is presented for sale in excellent condition throughout by its present owners and offers a premium opportunity to develop and expand the properties existing reputation in the country music scene and beyond. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings. Overall floor area: c. 4,284 sq.ft. LEGAL: MS MARY ROSE MCNALLY, MESSER’S PADRAIG KELLY SOLICITORS, STROKESTOWN, CO ROSCOMMON. TELEPHONE 071 96 33666

Quality living at 9, The Fairways

Weekfield, Lanesboro Road, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon

John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this offering to the market a highly attractive four-bedroomed detached dormer residence of c. 1,900 sq. ft. located at 9, The Fairways, Golf Links Road, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon. John describes the property as “a very attractive and spacious residence located in a much sought after residential area of Roscommon town and within walking distance of Roscommon Golf Club. This property offers spacious living accommo-

dation and has been finished to the highest standard throughout”. He added that the property offers all the necessary comforts for modern-day living and must be viewed to be fully appreciated. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. For further details, please contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579, log onto www.propertypartners.ie or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

Final offers above €35,000 invited for prime Weekﬁeld residence David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week inviting final offers above €35,000 for a three-bedroomed detached bungalow residence of approx. 950 sq. ft. located at Weekfield, Lanesboro Road, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon. David describes the property as “an attractive three-bedroomed bungalow residence primely located on the main Roscommon town-Lanesboro route. The said property is in need of renovation throughout and stands on a mature site area”. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and final offers above €35,000 to sell. For further details, please contact David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579, log onto www.propertypartners.ie or email ddiffley@propertypartners.ie.

Site for sale – beside beach! This week Hughes & Company in Roscommon have for sale at Rosses Point, Sligo, a circa .2 acre site. This is ideally located, a short distance from the beach and close to all amenities. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

Residence with rental income At Henry Street, Roscommon, Pat Hughes & Co. have a threebedroomed residence for sale which is presently generating an annual rental income of €7,800. The property is currently rented under the HAPs Scheme and can be sold with or without a tenant. Pat will accept offers in excess of €120,000 for this property. For further information, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

130-acre farm on the market Hughes & Company are reporting strong interest in a circa 130acre residential farm at Curraghboy for the reps of Maura Murray, deceased, which they recently placed on the market. All of the lands are of top quality and have been maintained to a very high standard over recent years. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

33-acre farm with old stone residence Hughes & Company have for sale at Glenballythomas, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon, circa 33 acres, with an old stone residence thereon. The lands can be sold in one or two lots to suit. Pat is encouraging prospective purchasers to contact him as they are hopeful of concluding a sale in the coming weeks. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

For sale at Henry Street

9, The Fairways, Golf Links Road, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon.

At Henry Street, Roscommon, Hughes & Company have for sale 0.4 of an acre with an old stone residence and stores thereon. The property has extensive road frontage and would be suitable for many types of development, subject to planning permission being granted. 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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Wanted, wanted, wanted! Loretta Dowd Properties is urgently seeking properties in Roscommon town and county due to recent demand. For further details contact Loretta Dowd Properties on 087-2233223.

Luxury ﬁve-bedroomed residence at Castle Manor E-MAIL: ldowdproperties@gmail.com WEB: www.lorettadowdpropertylettings.com

WANTED ... WANTED... WANTED.... Loretta Dowd is urgently seeking houses “For Sale” in Roscommon Town and county including Lanesborough, Ballyleague and surrounding areas. Due to recent demand stocks are running low and Loretta Dowd Properties has on her books a list of potential purchasers seeking houses in the above areas. For free valuation and confidential advice, contact

Loretta Dowd MIPAV on 087 2233223 - NO SALE ... NO FEE Loretta Dowd Properties is a member of The Insitiute of Professional Auctiioneers and Valuers (IPAV)

Selection of Recently Sold/Sale Agreed Properties by Loretta Dowd Properties

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3 Bedroom Residence located at Oldwood, Athlone Road, Roscommon Town – Similar properties required for underbidders! (Subject to contract)

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3 Bedroom Residence located at No.4 Lough Ree Park, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon – Similar properties required for underbidders!

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4 Bedroom Residence located at No.12 Corraun Village, Racecourse Road, Roscommon Town (Joint Selling agent P/P Earley) – Similar properties required for underbidders!

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4 Bedroom Residence located at Goff Street, Roscommon Town (Joint Selling agent P/P Earley) – Similar properties required for underbidders!

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2 Bedroom Residence located at Lyneen Killashee, Co. Longford – Similar properties required!

(Subject to contract)

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No.1 Shannon View, Lanesborough, Co. Longford – Similar properties required!

First floor offers four bedrooms in all (master bedroom ensuite), bathroom – fitted suite with full wall and floor tiling, hotpress off landing with builder’s stairs to attic. Tarmacadam and kerbing to driveways, generous-sized garden area to the rear of property, large garage too. Loretta Dowd commented that “No.1 Castle Manor is pre-

sented for sale in showhouse condition and is within walking distance of town centre, IDA Business park and all amenities”. Price region: €240,000 or nearest offers considered. Further enquiries can be made by calling Loretta Dowd Properties on 087-2233223 or email: ldowdproperties@gmail.com or www.daft.ie

Bungalow for sale at Lisnamult, Roscommon

4 Bedroom Reisdence located at Slevinagee, Golf Links Road, Roscommon Town – Similar properties required for underbidders!

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Loretta Dowd Properties is delighted to present for sale this well-presented luxury fivebedroomed detached residence with detached garage to side located at No. 1, Castle Manor, Racecourse Road, Roscommon town – close to Roscommon town and all amenities. The said property offers spacious living accommodation throughout, including –entrance/hallway with neutral tile finish to floor (storage under stairs), bright and airy sitting room with feature bay window, marble effect fireplace with matching over mantle, solid fuel stove which assists heating, timber flooring, double doors leading to kitchen/dining area, quality floor tile fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, double doors to dining/play room, dining room/play room, timber flooring with patio door to garden area, utility off kitchen area with quality floor tiling, plumbed for washing machine and dryer, W.C. off with generous tiling included and quality sanitary ware. Ground floor – bedroom with fitted wardrobes and timber flooring, ensuite off – fitted w.c., wash hand basin and shower, generous tiling.

No.15 Knockroe Court, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon – Similar properties required!

e-mail: ldowdproperties@gmail.com Web: www.lorettadowdpropertylettings.com Telephone: 087 2233223

Loretta Dowd is delighted to offer for sale this spacious three/four bedroomed bungalow at Ardkeel, Lisnamult, Roscommon. This property stands on a large site area with useful storage shed/garage to rear. It’s close to Roscommon town centre and all its amenities. Accommodation comprises briefly of reception/hallway, sitting room/bedroom, living room, large kitchen/dining area, three bedrooms in all, with master ensuite and bathroom. There’s a tarmacadam driveway to front side and rear of property, and a spacious garden area with storage shed and garage to the rear of property. Price region: All offers above €135,000 will be considered. For viewing and further details, contact Loretta Dowd (MIPAV) on 087-2233223 or see www.daft.ie

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● Property Sales ● Lettings ● Valuations Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel. (090) 6663700. Mob. (086) 8985013 www.connaughtonauctioneers.ie

NEW TO THE MARKET

Five Bedroom Detached Residence at

Five Bedroom Residence on c.1.1 Acres at

61 CASTLE MANOR, RACECOURSE ROAD ROSCOMMON TOWN

BALLINDRIMLEY CASTLEREA CO. ROSCOMMON F52 AF82 Offers Excess €195,000

FINAL OFFERS INVITED by Friday 17th August by 3pm c.27 ACRES AT RATHNALULLEAGH CASTLEPLUNKETT CO. ROSCOMMON

Price Region: €85,000 Open to Offers

• Detached garage to rear

• Luxury five bedroom two-storey residence storage on second floor • In excellent condition throughout • Standing on c. 1.1 acres with outbuildings • Boasting spacious living accommodation • Located c.1 mile from Castlerea, on Loughglynn Road • Viewing highly recommended, by appointment only

To arrange a viewing contact the office on 090 6663700

Viewings at evenings, weekends and bank holidays also accommodated with Connaughton Auctioneers

• Spacious new five-bedroom detached residence c.1,680 Sq.Ft • Located on corner site in much sought after area • Within walking distance of all amenities • Built and finished to a very high standard

NEW TO THE MARKET

• Prime parcel of lands set out in one lot • Located conveniently to Ballintubber & Castleplunkett • Renowned fattening summer lands • Contact the office for further details on 090-6663700

Final offers invited by 3pm on Friday 17th August

NEW TO THE MARKET

Three Bedroom Bungalow on c.1.25 Acres at

Four Bedroom Bungalow Residence at

Four Bedroom Dormer Residence at

CARROWEIGHTER, ORAN, CO. ROSCOMMON F42 YK70

HAWTHORN DRIVE ROSCOMMON TOWN F42 W275

GARRYNAGRAN DYSART CO. ROSCOMMON

Offers Excess €185,000

• Attractive three-bedroom residence with private driveway • In excellent condition throughout • Standing on c. 1.25 acres of excellent quality lands • Boasting spacious living accommodation • Located just off the Roscommon/ Castlerea Road

• Attractive four-bedroom residence in excellent condition • Standing on large mature corner site • Boasting spacious living accommodation with garage adjoining kitchen/ dining suitable for conversion • Detached garage to side c.360 sq.ft • Located in much sought after area of Roscommon Town • Viewing highly recommended, by appointment only

To arrange a viewing contact the office on 090 6663700

• Prime four-bedroom dormer residence • Being completed to builders finish • Located c.1 Mile from Dysart Village • Large corner site • Features include air to water heat system, underfloor heating & air tight mechanical ventilation To arrange a viewing contact the office on 090 6663700

Viewings at evenings, weekends and bank holidays also accommodated with Connaughton Auctioneers

D E T N A W FOR DISAPPOINTED UNDERBIDDERS AFTER RECENT SALES WANTED Houses in Roscommon Town & Knockcroghery Village Enquiries in confidence to Ivan on 090-6663700 WANTED

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Clogher Beg & Clogher More, Elphin

Residential farm in Elphin sells at auction A 56-acre residential farm in Clogher Beg & Clogher More, Elphin attracted substantial interest last Saturday at the Public Auction in The Central Bar, Elphin for the Estate of the late James Nash. A large crowd was in attendance with the property selling in lots for a total of €581,500. Offered for sale in one lot firstly, Auctioneer Ivan Connaughton received the highest offer of €410,000 and when offered in seven separate lots, all lots had interested purchasers and put on the open market at €480,000 before selling for a combined total of €581,500. The residence on c.3.29 acres sold for €80,000, c.12.9 acres adjoining went on the market at €90,000 and sold for €130,000, c.18.90 acres went on the market at €145,000 and sold for €190,000, c.8.86 acres sold for €60,000, c.9.93 acres went on the market at €105,000 and sold for €109,000 and two boglands each containing c.1 acre each sold for €4,000 and €4,500 respectively. Auctioneer Ivan Connaughton stated: “We are delighted with the result. The majority of the lands were sold to local farmers with one lot sold to a farmer from Leitrim. One lot achieved €11,000 per acre, which is phenomenal for Co. Roscommon. “We now require similar properties for disappointed underbidders including one cash purchaser looking for c.40–50 acres in the Ballinagare area. Enquiries can be made in confidence to our office on 090-6663700” concluded Ivan.

Members of the Heritage Tour Trail committee pictured at the recent launch of the interactive heritage tour trail at Roscommon Museum and Tourist Office. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Roscommon Interactive Heritage Tour is online!  DAN DOONER

The Roscommon Town Interactive Heritage Tour videos, which were officially launched in the Arts Centre by Cllr. Orla Leyden on May 23rd on behalf of Roscommon Town Team, are available by using a QR code reader at each site or by visiting the YouTube channel. The tour is a unique innovation, which is believed to be one of the first of its kind in the country along with its companion tour, another Roscommon initiative, the Mote Park Interactive Heritage Tour. Mimar Media were commissioned by the Roscommon Town Team to produce ten concise, informative and visually appealing videos for the tour and they worked with the town team who project-managed, obtained funding and researched the material for the films alongside volunteers from the Roscommon Heritage Group and some well-known local historians.

The Roscommon Town Interactive Heritage Tour consists of ten points of interest linking the structural heritage of the town with its people. The stories of these buildings are passionately recounted by local people from the area and vividly portrayed by video footage of the fascinating and sometimes hidden features of these sites. All that is needed to take part is a mobile device with a QR code reader app and a love of heritage. The points of interest on the tour are: Dr. John Harrison Memorial Hall (Roscommon Tourism Office), The Bank of Ireland, The Old Gaol (Stonecourt Centre), Roscommon Castle, St. Coman’s Church, The Courthouse, Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon County Library, Roscommon Abbey and the Sacred Heart Hospital. The signage with the QR codes have been installed at each of the points of interest and the videos for each of the points are available on YouTube.

Pat McDonnell and Marie Egan pictured at the recent launch of the interactive heritage tour trail at Roscommon Museum and Tourist Office. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Large commercial unit at Castle Street, Roscommon.

Strong interest in commercial premises which also has living accommodation Pat Hughes of Hughes & Co. Auctioneers & Valuers, Abbey Street, Roscommon, is reporting a lot of interest in a large commercial unit at Castle Street, Roscommon. The building consists of two commercial units with a range of stone stores and a large yard with direct access onto Lanesboro Street and Castle Street. The property also contains living accommodation consisting of five bedrooms, kitchen cum dining room, sitting room, living room and bathroom. The property is located in a prominent location and is in excellent condition with extensive road frontage onto Castle Street. The property is being offered for sale by Private Treaty or by Public Auction at a later date. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

Seeking all types of properties Due to recent sales and given the interest of disappointed underbidders, Hughes & Company are looking for all types of properties in and around the Roscommon town area. Contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

Padraig and Carmel Harlow pictured at the recent launch of the interactive heritage tour trail at Roscommon Museum and Tourist Office. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Cllr. Orla Leyden, John Kerrigan (local historian), Larry Brennan and Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher pictured at the recent launch of the interactive heritage tour trail at Roscommon Museum and Tourist Office. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Roscommon People Friday 27 July 2018

Business Roscommon Credit Union Car and Cash Prize Draw

Pictured at Roscommon Credit Union’s bi-annual Car and Cash Prize Draw on Thursday, July 5th were (l-r): Karyn O’Riordan (RCU), Margaret Hoare (car winner) and John Devaney, Chairman, RCU.

With over 30 years’ experience, Aengus Oates Financial Services provides expert financial advice and bespoke financial solutions to our highly valued clients Pictured at Roscommon Credit Union’s bi-annual Car and Cash Prize Draw on Thursday, July 5th were (back row, l-r): Patrick J. McDonald (Director, RCU); John Devaney, Chairman, RCU; Kevin McDonagh (Director, RCU); Thos J Lynch (winner of €600) and James J Hannon (winner of €500). Middle row (l-r): Linda Shanley Kehoe (winner of €300), Caroline Corcoran (winner of €1,000), Agnieszka Lach (winner of €900) and Caroline Dove (winner of €800). Front row (l-r): Mary T Molloy (Vice Chair, RCU); Margaret Hoare (car winner) and Jacinta Dowd (winner of €2,000). Missing from photograph: Agnes Cunniffe (winner of €400) and Eveleen Squires (winner of €700).

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Joe’s success…built on hard work! Kilmore native Joe Tiernan has been celebrating the 50th anniversary of starting out a successful career in the construction business. Joe and his business partner Martin Farrell of Drumlish began building houses in Dublin on July th 12 , 1968. To mark the 50th anniversary, they celebrated with a banquet on July 12th in the Westbury Hotel, Dublin. They were joined by the only two survivors of the men who worked on the many thousands of houses they built –Terry McGovern, a specialist heating and plumbing contractor, and Brendan Hade, a specialist electrical contractor. Some of the developments had over 500 houses and completely changed the landscape of Dublin, showing the developers’ ability to evolve and innovate. Mr. Tiernan served as Chairman of the Irish Home Builders Association, HomeBond, as well as as President of the Construction Industry Federation. He represented Ireland at international building conferences for over 25 years, visiting more than 90 countries.

‘Roscommon’s favourite local broadband provider’

Pictured at a banquet at the Westbury Hotel recently to mark the 50th anniversary of the commencement of their construction work in Dublin were Joe Tiernan, Terry McGovern, Brendan Hade and Martin Farrell.

New Corporate Sales Manager at Radisson Blu

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Niamh Kenny, Radisson Blu Hotel’s new Corporate Sales Manager.

Niamh Kenny has been appointed as the new Corporate Sales Manager at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone. Niamh joins the team at Radisson Blu from Eventhaus, a Dublin-based event management firm where she held the role of Event Sales Executive and Show Manager for the last three years. Prior to her time at Eventhaus, Niamh undertook a three-month internship with Dublin Town as part of her studies at the Fitzwil-

liam Institute where she obtained her Postgraduate Diploma in Event Management with a Public Relations module in 2015. Niamh has also held a number of positions in the food service industry in both Ireland and New York City where she lived and worked for a number of years, having completed her studies at the National University of Ireland, Galway where she earned a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in 2011.

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

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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: 2011 Kia Rio 1.5 Diesel, 5 door, taxed, NCT until May 2019. €5,500 o.n.o. Tel: 087 6348443  FOR SALE: Good furnitrue for sale - 3 piece suite going cheap. Tel: Anne Harrington 087 2822050  FOR SALE: Double bed including headboard and mattress. Very clean. Mullingar area, €70. Tel: 086 3449655

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

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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

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

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

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Phone Alan on:

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087 2683079 PROFESSIONAL PAINTING & DECORATING CONTRACTOR For all your decorating needs CONTACT JOHN

086 4679798 PHYSICAL THERAPIST ● Amatsu Therapy ● Neuromuscular therapy

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

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HEALING Healing with Fiona, find relief from Sinus, Migraines, IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Allergies, Sleep Disorders and many more conditions. Contact Fiona:

085 2450898 KENNELS LISBROCK BOARDING KENNELS & CATTERY Brideswell, Athlone, Co. Roscommon • Spacious Kennels provided • Spacious exercise areas outside • Short Term - Long Term boarding welcomed • Dogs walked on request.

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

KITTENS  KITTENS: Beautiful Kittens free to good home. Tel: 090 6629794

INTUITIVE READER  INTUITIVE READER: In Roscommon town this weekend, by appointment only. Amazing accuracy. Tel: 089 2423522

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

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

 TO LET: 1 bed house to let, Elphin area. Tel: 087 4359031  TO RENT: 3 bed house to rent in Tarmon Manor, Castlerea, O.F.C.H. and solid fuel stove. Tel: 083 4836931  FOR RENT: 2 bedroom chalet in ideal setting. Suit professionals, references required, €140 per week. For more information please contact 090 6663794  TO LET: 20 acres for meadow or silage located at Carrowduff Lower, Ballymacurley Co. Roscommon contact Property Partners Earley. Tel: 090 66 26579

PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon We, Aurivo Dairy Ingredients Ltd, intend to apply for planning permission for development at the above to consist of: 1. Alterations to the east elevation and to the north elevation to the extension granted planning permission under PD18/06. 2. Permission for amendment to condition no. 4 of PD18/06 to allow construction to be carried out to the above granted development from 7am - 4am from the end of August 2018 to the end of October 2018 at the existing Aurivo Dairy Ingredients Facility, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon which is in continuous operation (24/7). The activity of the proposed development requires an Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control Licence (IPC). There is an existing IPC license in place for the facility. (Licence No. P0802-02). Signed: Waldron & Associates, The Square, Claremorris. Tel 094 9372120 www.waldrons.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 opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submission or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant the application.

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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 I Samanta Sherdian intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to erect a new dwelling house and provide a sewerage system and a treatment plant, to provide secondary and tertiary treatment and all associated works at Knocknagawna, Td., Hillstreet, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Samanta Sherdian 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.

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Classifieds PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Michael Lynch intend to apply for planning permission to Roscommon County Council for the following development: to construct a new Cattle Handling Pen and Crush, together with all associated site works at Corramore Td., Kiltoom, Co. Roscommon. Signed: P Durkan & Associates Telephone: 071-9630037 Mobile: 086-1600385 Email: padraicdurkan@eircom.net The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition or may refuse to grant permission.

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PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Keith O’Connell Chartered Engineer Ltd., on behalf of Paddy Farrell, intend to apply for Retention Planning Permission to Roscommon County Council to retain the renovations and extension to existing private dwelling house and garage as constructed with all ancillary site works at Doon Townland, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, previous planning permission P98/472 refers. Signed: Keith O’Connell B.Eng C.Eng M.I.E.I. Cox’s Yard, Distillery Road, Westport 098 - 50177 The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Roscommon County Council, Planning Section, Roscommon, 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, Conor and Joanne Barr intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to construct single storey dwelling, domestic garage, proprietary effluent treatment unit and percolation area and planning permission for retention and conversion of partly demolished derelict dwelling as general store and fuel store, associated site development works and services at Clooncommon More, Roosky, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural + Design Services Ltd. Architects Fallon Avenue, Roscommon Phone: 090 6626974 Mobile: 086 8115449 The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition or may refuse to grant permission.

SITUATIONS VACANT  HANDYMAN/ BUILDER AVAILABLE: For small projects such as extensions, bathroom, conversions, replacement windows, paving, patios, general maintenance etc. Tel: 086 0512267

SITUATIONS WANTED  STUDENT AVAILABLE: For babysitting- loves children. Roscommon Town. Tel. 087 0519691  EXP MALE WITH FULL D1 + D LICENCE: Available to do part-time Bus driving 2/3 weekdays and weekends, CPC and Garda Vetted. Also references available, very honest and trust worthy. Phone Mick 086 3688604  WARM AND FRIENDLY EXPERIENCE CARE: Available to offer care adn companionship as required. Tel: 087 2391131

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(086) 2714879 TURF/FUEL/ FIREWOOD WANTED: Fallen trees for firewood. Ash, Beech, Birch and Whitethorn. We are safety certified and insured. Phone:

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KELLY’S EYE Taxi and Minibus hire.

087 2727888 JOHN BEATTIE Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

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 LOADS OR BAGS: Footed Turf for sale, Lanesbor area. Tel: 087 6175160  FOR SALE: Small truck loads of turf for sale, 9x5 14” Box, heap on top €200 delivered. Tel: 087 6280483

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 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  FOR SALE: Top quality turf, approx 8 ton loads, screened and delivered. Approx €750. Tel: 086 2318207

2018 SEASONED TURF also Cattle Bedding Available Tel: Donal

086 2721812 (All areas)

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DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS: WASHING MACHINE, REPAIRS, DISHWASHER REPAIRS, OVEN AND TUMBLE DRYER REPAIRS Contact Paul on 086 0538977 087 4046478 www.appliance-repairs.ie  SHANE NAUGHTON ROOFING CONTRACTOR Roofing, slating, tiling, 1st and 2nd fixing and flooring. All aspects of carpentry and building undertaken. Tel: 086 3155329.  ROOFING/SL ATING: PVC Facia Soffit, Gutters supplied and fitted. Tel: 087 6430164

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

TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815  HANDYMAN AVAILABLE ALL SEASONS: For sewers, drainage concrete and lawn services, call Seamus. Tel: 087 1324245  HANDYMAN AVAILABLE: Indoor and outdoor painting, power washing, garden fencing erected, hedge cutting, general maintenance, no job too small. Tel: 086 0815802

From fitting Curtain Rails to laying that footpath • Fast Reliable Service • Professional, Courteous Employees • Trustworthy

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www.oddjobsolutions.ie Established since 2005  CARPENTER AVAILABLE: Doors, floors, kitchen fittings, decking and garden furniture made to order, general property maintenance etc... free quotation, no job too small, 30 years experience. Call Paul: 086 3421114  ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE: Safe electric registered. All work considered. No job too small. Phone Paul on 086 2553153 anytime or email: p086 2553153@gmail.com

CRASH REPAIRS

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

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WINDOWS/DOORS

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DOOLEY CHIMNEY REPAIRS • Lining • Relining • Rebuilding • CCTV Camera Inspection

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WE SUPPLY & FIT Double & Treble Glazed Windows & Doors, Patio Doors, French Doors, Porches and Conservatories

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JOHN GREENE BALLINASLOE

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

Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Galway

Telephone: 090 66 33026 www.roscommonwindows.ie

BRENDAN DOOLIN

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

GLASS

Boyle Glass Ballinameen, Boyle,

Tel: 071 96 68368 - Stained Decorative

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

- STOVE GLASS - Fire Rated Glass Find us on Facebook/boyleglass

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091 768 768 info@ecowise.ie

www.ecowise.ie DRIVING LESSONS

ROSCOMMON Driving School 087 2295551 Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor

• Carpets & Upholstery Cleaning • WINDOW CLEANING • POWER WASHING Fascias & Soffits • Gutters & Down pipes • Drive ways ‘paths and patios’

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

FARMING

Dead & Worn-Out Animals

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

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

9673336 2678350

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M: 086 3912396 PH: 090 66 62892

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

Cluain Árd, Ardsallaghmore, Roscommon. Tel: (090) 66 27970 Mobile: (086) 8161651 Email: aboutthehouse@imagine.ie

Powerwashing - House, Driveway, Roof Complete Painting Service DIY Solutions

NOW IN STOCK TO SUIT ALL BRANDS

Chimney Cleaning Service NOW AVAILABLE

Gerry Monaghan

TARMACADAM CContact: GGerry M Monaghan h

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

Contact us for further information Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon T: 090 64 93386 M: 086 8207242 or Darren on 086 8972265 E: gerrymonaghan1@eircom.net

Closing date for applications is Friday August 3rd.

Rúnaí ag teastáil (SECRETARY WANTED) Gaelscoil de hÍde, Roscomáin 8:30 r.n. - 3:00 i.n. (Luan go hAoine) Iarrataisí chuig: An Cathaoirleach, Gaelscoil de hÍde, Roscomáin. r-phost: eolasgaelscoildehide@gmail.com Gaeilge labhartha riachtanach don phost

Castlerea Vehicle Recycling All NCT Failures Destruction Certs Issued ● Sale of Second Hand Parts ● Contracted to all Major Car Companies ● Farm Machinery, Old Gates ● Metals, Iron Baths ● Old Cooking Ranges ● Weighbridge on Site ● ●

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GENERAL OPERATIVES AND FORKLIFT DRIVERS to work in their Sawmill located in Ballygar, Co. Galway. Please apply in writing to: The Production Manager Murray Timber Group, Ballygar, Co. Galway

SEAN DOYLE & SONS (ROSCOMMON) LTD., Are continually expanding and now require

RECYCLING

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Please apply to Box No 1163 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.

Alan Somers

uPVC WINDOW AND DOOR PARTS

RACECOURSE ROAD, ROSCOMMON 090 66 33026

Yard Man/Weigh-Bridge Operator Required for busy yard in Roscommon town.

House & Garden Maintenance

Contact David Martin on 087 9959417

• Handles • Hinges • Locks • Letter Boxes • Double Glazed Units supplied and fitted Fully insured

YARD MAN/ WEIGH-BRIDGE OPERATOR REQUIRED

RECYCLING OF END-OF-LIFE VEHICLES

Factory worker for loading of windows and doors for dispatch Candidates must be confident and able to work on own initiative and highly motivated. Contact:

090-6626753 RECYCLING ALL TYPES OF METAL

C ASTLEREA ELV RECYCLING LTD., CLOONKEEN, CASTLEREA KEVIN & MARTINA KEENAN TEL: 094 96 21250 MOB: 086 2522231

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Harmac Medical Products, Castlerea is a subsidiary of Harmac Medical Products, Buffalo, New York, a market leader in the manufacturing of high quality disposable medical devices. The Castlerea plant produces a wide range of Medical Products and provides a full contract manufacturing service to the Medical Device Industry world-wide.

Your Home, Your Care, Your Choice

RHS Home Care is Ireland’s only community owned co-operative. We are Irish owned and have been caring for clients in the community for over 22 years. We employ over 500 staff locally in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. All retained income is reinvested in our organisation for continuous improvement which is overseen by our committed voluntary Board of Management who are members of your community. We operate a unique model that differs from other home care providers.

We have achieved the first Quality Mark in Ireland specific for home care standards in the community Health Assured and also hold ISO certification 90001. We are an approved provider for HSE care delivery. We believe that caring is a very special talent and we are looking for the right individuals to join our team. Due to our continued growth and expansion we are currently recruiting the following roles;

Care Staff We urgently need care in all areas of the West of Ireland, Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, and Athlone. Staff must have achieved the full QQI Level 5 award and or have completed the mandatory module Care Skills and Care of the Older Person. We welcome nursing staff and social care staff that have completed applicable modules.

Area Supervisors in the Galway/Mayo/Roscommon area 3-5 years’ experience in managing people. Full award QQI / Nursing Health Care qualification and must be passionate about supporting people to live in their homes for as long as safely possible.

Care Scheduling Teams Position is in Roscommon office the role is to scheduling care calls to clients in the West of Ireland, strong administration, excellent computer, communication skills and office experience 3-5 years essential. Experience in a busy office environment, industry related experience, QQI Level 5 in Health Care full award/nursing, social care degree would be an advantage.

Accounts Team Full and part time positions in Roscommon. Must have accounts payroll experience, timesheet management, computer skills and excel. Experience an advantage.

Care Manager 5 years people management experience, HR experience, good work ethic’s, work on their own initiative, critical thinking solving problems must be passionate about client care. All applications to be emailed to jobs@rhshomecare.ie and the closing date is 17th August 2018.

www.rhshomecare.ie Your Home, Your Care, Your Choice Providing Quality, Affordable, Community Driven Home Care in the West, Midlands & Border Counties for over 20 years

At Harmac we make life saving medical products. Our focus is, has been and always will be to provide world class medical products and services. Harmac’s approach towards our employees is no different. With a work environment as diverse as our products and services, Harmac is dedicated to finding the right professionals who will foster the organization’s continuing evolution and are willing to add their individualism into our company’s culture and vision. Our vision is to build long-term partnerships by creating mutually beneficial relationships. This is true with our customers, suppliers and employees. We are looking for individuals who share our values of respect, accountability, integrity, innovation and teamwork. We are currently inviting applicants for the following role:

Environmental Health and Safety Graduate Reporting to the Human Resources Manager this person will proactively promote a positive Environmental Health and Safety workplace for all employees. The Environmental Health and Safety Graduate will provide technical expertise on occupational safety, ergonomic issues and other relevant health, safety and environmental issues. Working alongside the Environmental Health and Safety Officer they will maintain all relevant health and safety policies and procedures and the Company Safety Statement in compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements. Carry our other relevant/required health and safety tasks as deemed necessary by the Environmental Health and Safety Officer. The successful candidate will have a Level 7/8 in Environmental Health & Safety or relevant equivalent qualification. This is an excellent opportunity to join the Harmac team. If you think you have the required skills and experience, and wish to develop your talents in a dynamic results orientated environment, then please forward a C.V. in strict confidence to:

Shauna Ryan, Human Resources Manager at sryan@harmac.com or careersie@harmac.com Harmac Medical Products is an equal opportunities employer.

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES HARRIS Barrie

MALONEY Dolores

Corlackin, Creggs, Roscommon

(2nd Anniversary) Who died on August 1st 2016

In loving memory of a dear husband and father, who died on 17th of July, 1995 Always remembered by Bina and family. Anniversary Mass in Kilbegnet Church on Sunday, 29th July at 11.30am.

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

PRAYER TO ST. EXPEDITE My St. Expedite of urgent and just causes, please intercede for me with our Lord Jesus Christ, succour me in this hour of affliction and despair my St. Expedite, you who are a Holy warrior, you who are the Saint of the afflicted, you who is the Saint of the desperate, you who is the Saint of urgent causes, protect me, help me, give me strength, courage and serenity. Hear my plea. (Make request). Clearly express what you want and ask him to find a way to get it to you. My Saint Expedite, help me to prevail through these difficult hours, protect me from all those who want to harm me, respond to my plea with urgency, bring me back to that state of peace and tranquillity, my Saint Expedite, I will be grateful to you for the rest of my life and I will speak your name to all those who have faith. Now promise to give Saint Expedite a specific offering when your desire is granted. Amen. Say one Our Father, one Hail Mary and make the sign of the cross. Be sure to provide the offering you promised, if Saint Expedite grants your petition. Thank you so much for everything, for hearing and answering my prayer. Amen. R.C.

Just a prayer from the family who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you.

Loved and missed by Lisa, Barry and John.

FARRELL William (Billy) Roxboro, Roscommon. (3rd Anniversary)

BEESTON (nee Mannion) Kathleen Late of Hollywell, Roscommon, and San Diego, California (7th Anniversary)

In loving memory of Kathleen who passed away on the 31st of July 2011 Love and memories are forever, In our hearts you will always stay, We think of you always especially today.

Lovingly remembered by your family. Mass offered.

CASSIDY Teresa

In loving memory of my dear brother Billy who died on 29th July 2015

FARRELL William (Billy) Roxboro, Roscommon. Remembering Billy on his third anniversary. From Karen, Dave, Chantelle and Richard.

FEERICK Bridie Late of Four Mile House (13th Anniversary)

In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother Who died on 10th of July 2005 You are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Missed and lovingly remembered by John and family. Anniversary Mass in Four Mile House Church, on Saturday, 29th July at 8.15pm.

Doranstown, Ballygar, Co. Galway, (2nd Anniversary)

WARD Annie Scregg, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon (2nd Anniversary)

In loving memory of Annie who died on the 30th July 2016 R.I.P.

Grange, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon (11th Anniversary)

You will always be remembered and missed by your loving brother John. Anniversary Mass in Derrane Church on Sunday, July 29th at 7.30pm.

KELLY Tina and her treasured son Joey Kelly-Cahill

Treasured memories of a dear daughter and sister, who passed away on 28th July 2007. There’s a face that is always with us, There’s a voice that we long to hear There’s a smile we always remember, Of the one we love so dear Will those who think of Teresa today, a little prayer to Jesus say.

Loved and remembered everyday by your parents, Seamus and Breege and your brother Lorcan. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Wherever a beautiful soul has been, There is a trail of beautiful memories

For a dear niece and cousin, sadly missed and loved always by your aunts, uncles and cousins. Anniversary Mass in St. Bridget’s Church, Fourmilehouse on Saturday, 28th July at 8.15pm.

In loving memory of Tina and Joey who died on 24th July 2016 As we look upon your pictures With loving thoughts of you We recall all the special moments Of Happy times we knew We think of you always With special love and pride But the sorrow in our hearts Is very hard to hide.

Loved and remembered always by your loving parents and grandparents Tom and Margaret, sister and aunt Sabrina, brothers and uncles David and Pat. Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Ballygar on Tuesday, 31st July at 7.30pm.

MURRAY Michael (Mike) Castlemine, Fourmilehouse Co. Roscommon. (5th Anniversary)

As each day dawns We think of you As each night falls We pray for you And throughout our lives No matter where In our hearts, you are always there.

Loved and remembered by your wife Phil, daughter Caitriona; sons Ciaran, Michael, Joe, Aidan, Tom; son-in-law, daughters-inlaw and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass in St. Bridgid’s Church, Fourmilehouse on Saturday, 4th of August at 8.15pm.

We lost a mother with a heart of gold How much we miss her can never be told She shared our troubles and helped us along If we follow her footsteps we will never go wrong It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone For part of us went with you The day God called you home As we look upon your pictures Sweet memories we recall Of faces full of sunshine A smile for one and all You are always close behind us In everything we do You were a special mother God’s gift to us was you Sweet Jesus take this message To our dear mother up above Tell her how we miss her And give her all our love We hold her close within our hearts and there she shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again So rest in peace dear loved one And thanks for all you’ve done We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won Deep are the memories Precious they stay No passing of time Can take them away

Always loved and sadly missed by her sons Con and Aidan. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ To hear your voice, to see you smile To sit and talk with you awhile To be together in the same old way Would be our dearest wish today

Lovingly remembered by her sisters Ellie and Sheila, their husbands Tommie and Sean her brother-in-law Sean, nieces, nephews and their families. Anniversary Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery on Monday, 30th July at 7pm.

BURNS Mount Dillon, Curraghroe, Co. Roscommon In loving memory of Joey Annie Carmel

27th July 2007 20th September 2000 10th September 1976 11th Anniversary 18th Anniversary 42nd Anniversary In loving memory of Joey, Carmel and Annie We think of you in silence We often speak ye’re names All we have are memories And ye’re pictures in a frame Ye’re memory is our keepsake With which, we will never part God has ye in his keeping We have ye in our hearts

Fondly remembered by your loving family. Anniversary Mass in Curraghroe Church on Sunday, 29th of July at 10am.

KEEGAN John and Mary Rathmore, Fourmilehouse, Roscommon

(2nd Anniversary) (25th Anniversary) In loving memory of our parents John who passed away on 20th of June 1993 (25th Anniversary) and Mary who passed away on 17th of August 2016 (2nd anniversary). A tribute of love to parents so dear, So close to our hearts each day of the year, We will always have memories to cherish and hold, Of wonderful parents more precious than gold.

Sadly missed and fondly remembered by their daughters Marian, Evelyn and Caroline, sons John, Michael, Peter, Padraic and David and extended family. Anniversary Mass in St. Brigid’s Church, Fourmilehouse on Sunday, July 29th at 11 am.

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Kevin McStay remonstrates with the match officials at halftime of Roscommon’s QuarterFinal series defeat to Donegal at Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday. McStay has since accepted a 12-week ban from the CCCC. See pages 53 to 56…

End of the line! Donegal defeat highlights Super 8 gap

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SportsPeople LADIES’ DAY AT ROSCOMMON RACECOURSE

Kathleen Trappe and Louise O’Brien pictured at Ladies’ Day at Roscommon Racecourse. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Horses for Courses by Tom Red

Cora Glover, Martina O’Connor and Siobhan Hanley (Best Dressed Lady) pictured at Ladies’ Day at Roscommon Racecourse. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Today’s racing, at Leopardstown, is on the flat with stalls for the first opening at 5.30 pm and performing at the Bulmer’s Live Music Festival are Dublin’s own Keywest. Greenmount Park in Limerick hosts a national hunt card tapes away for the first at 5.40 pm. Tomorrow the supporters of flat racing will be heading to Down Royal where the action starts at 5.30 pm. National hunt enthusiasts will head for Wexford which is off at 5.40 pm. On Saturday there is a flat programme set for Gowran Park in Co Kilkenny, first race pm. Rest day on Sunday in preparation for the start the Galway Racing Festival on Monday. Aidan O’Brien has 5 of the 14 in the King George & Queen Elizabeth at Ascot on Saturday headed by Kew Gardens but has a stiff task on his hands to beat both the joint favourites trained by Michael Stoute, Crystal Ocean ridder by William Buick and Poets Corner by James Doyle. Coronation Cup winner Cracksman is given another chance after finishing 2¼l behind Poets Corner in the Prince of Wales at Royal Ascot and is a value e/w bet at 8/1.

ragh last Saturday riding a treble of Group races, including a memorable win with William Haggas’s Sea Of Class in the Irish Oaks. The daughter of Sea The Stars was stepping up in class having won her last two Listed races at Newbury and came with a late run to catch Ballydoyle’s Forever Together, under Donnacha O’Brien, to win by a neck. Willie McCreery’s Mary Tudor ran a fine race to finished 3rd only another 1½l away. Doyle wo 2 Group races earlier with Marie’s Diamond for Mark Johnson and Larchmount Lad for David O’Meara. Sunday’s Group 2 Sapphire Stakes ended with a 1, 2, 3 for the cross channel raiders with Karl Burke’s Havana Grey beating Mick Appleby’s Caspian Prince and Michael Dods’ Mabs Cross 1l and ½l. The Kilboy Stakes, also Group 2, gave Aidan O’Brien and Ryan Moore some compensation as she made every post a winning one by 2¾l and 2l from I’m So Fancy and Broadway. At Tipperary, Rachael Blackmore and Henry de Bromhead completed a treble with Theatre Dreams, Monbeg Chit Chat Sea Of Class, yellow, arrives late to pip Forever Together in the Oaks.

Friday at Kilbeggan Gordon Elliott has eventually trained his first winner of Kilbeggan’s Midland National as JP McManus’s Timiyan under Mark Walsh beat Gigginstown Stud’s Rogue Angel by a neck with Henry de Bromhead’s Full Cry 22l back in third. Elliott also trained the 2nd who won the 2016 Irish Grand National for Mouse Morris. Barra, Jack Kennedy, and Braid Blue, Lisa O’Neill, made it a treble on the card for the Co Meath trainer. James Doyle stole the show at the Cur-

Aoife Roddy, and Grainne and Camilla McQuaid pictured at Ladies’ Day at Roscommon Racecourse. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

and Classic Theatre. It was Blackmore’s first treble and, on 26 wins for the season, she leads Paul Townend and Danny Mullins by eight.

General News

Des Scahill officially retires today.

Des Scahill is retiring from calling Irish races on course and television. His contract with the Association of Irish Racecourses ends today. County Kerry native Jerry Hannon, no stranger to the game after 18 years, is set to be Ireland’s primary racecourse caller.

Competition Time Last chance to win tickets to Roscommon for the 7th of August and to win can you tell us which filly won the Irish Oaks last Saturday? Answers please on a postcard to Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon or by e-mail to tomred17@gmail.com by 12 pm on Wednesday, August 1st and don’t forget to include your name, address and a contact phone number with all competition entries. Tickets will have to be collected in the office in Abbey Street on Thursday or Friday.

Ballybrit Preview 2018 Sunday provides a very much appreciated rest day for punters before they head west for seven long days of mixed racing at Ballybrit in Galway. On Monday, the first day of the Galway Festival starts with the Galmont.com and Galwaybayhotel. com Novice Hurdle over 2m with 16 potential runners at 5.20 pm and the second is the Easyfix Handicap Hurdle over 2m with 77 entered. The third on the card is the Claregalway hotel.ie Irish EBF maiden, 27 runners, followed by the Claytonhotelgalway.ie handicap, 31 runners, both over 7f. The feature race, Connacht Hotel Handicap for the amateurs, is at 7.40 pm with 44 entries. The 31 runner 1m 4f Eventus Handicap is the penultimate race on the card which closes with the 2m Monami Construction Bumper for amateur riders and 34 entries. A horse to note in the opening hurdle is Willie Mullins’ well named Killarney maiden winner, Easy Game, but could be a very short price. The 2nd is a wide open handicap and in the 3rd Mofakker met his match in Roscommon when beaten by Christmas on his debut and could go one better here. The feature again looks wide open and all amateur riders love to put this race on their CV. Dermot Weld

has a great record in this race both as a trainer and rider and his Aydoun won’t be far away at the death. He has dropped in the handicap and on his recent 4th behind Rashaan over an extended 2m at Clonmel he must have reasonable chance and is e/w bet. In the penultimate, Imrana, a winner in Limerick over 1m 3f, could make it a good day for the Master of Rosewell House. Day 2 opens at 5.20 pm with the Colm Quinn BMW Novice hurdle over 2m. The next is the Latin Quarter Beginners Chase over 2m 2f, sponsored by businesses in Galway’s Latin Quarter. The first flat race is the Colm Quinn BMW Fillies Mdn followed by the Caulfield Industrial Mdn, both sponsored by the Irish EBF and run over the minimum 7f. The featured Colm Quinn BMW Mile Handicap over 1m has 36 entries of which only 18 will get a run is off at 7.40 pm. The market goes 7/1 the field reflecting how open a race it is. There are three English-trained raiders entered. The last 2 races are sponsored by Caulfield Industrial with the penultimate a 1m race and closing with a 7f race, both handicaps.

Tote Ireland sponsor the entire Wednesday card including the feature of the week for most race goers with the Tote.com Galway Plate. Note that racing starts at 5.10 pm this year with a maiden hurdle followed by a handicap hurdle both over 2m 5f. The Irish EBF join the Tote in sponsoring the 3rd, a handicap for mares over 2m. There is a flat maiden for amateur riders before the feature at 7.20 pm. Racing finishes with 2 flat races, the penultimate is a 1mile handicap and a 2m handicap ends the evening’s entertainment. There are 58 entries in the Plate with trainer WP Mullins having the largest entry of 13 horses, Gordon Elliott has 8, Henry de Bromhead has 7. There are 3 cross channel entries. Owner Michael O’Leary through Gigginstown Stud has 13 horses entered and JP McManus 12. There will be a maximum of 22 runners permitted on the day and I expect Patricks Park, winner in Roscommon in May 2017, Calino D’airy, twice winner on this track over 2m, and the British raider Drumcliff to be in the shake from the top of the hill with the prize going for export. If JP McMamus owned Willie Mullins trained Blazer gets into the race, he is well

down the handicap, watch the riding arrangements and market, he might be worth a bet on his form. Two 1m flat races follow first a handicap and the penultimate is a maiden. Racing closes with another handicap, this time over 2m. Thursday is Guinness Day with the Galway Hurdle the feature and 44 entries headed by last year’s winner Tigris River, one of 5, from Joseph O’Brien’s yard. WP Mullins has 13 including Wicklow Brave, Whiskey Sour and Lagostovegas. Gordon Elliott, who has not won this race, has 5 entered. Iain Jardine’s Bedrock, last year’s sixth Project Bluebook from John Quinn’s stable, and the Dr Richard Newland-trained duo of Hassle and Leoncavallo are cross channel raiders. Racing starts at 1.40 pm and the feature at 4.35 pm. Deadlines mean we have very little information on the first three days, but we will look at the last four days in much more detail next week. Thursday is also Ladies Day with a host of great prizes, so ladies get out your Sunday best and pencil in Galway next Thursday, you have a week’s notice! The going at present is good, good to firm on all courses. Good punting everyone.

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Rossies outclassed by Murphy and Co. Expectations were realistic in the county before last Saturday’s game against Donegal and although Roscommon fought with great spirit to the very end, they were outclassed by an impressive Donegal team. Put simply, Roscommon didn’t have anyone of the class of Michael Murphy to take the game by the scruff of the neck. The Glenswilly man was sensational in Hyde Park and back to his best form. I was also very impressed with Odhran Mac Niallais, Ryan McHugh and Frank McGlynn. Donegal have some very good players but without Paddy McBrearty they will not mount an All-Ireland challenge in my view. Tyrone will beat them in the final game in this group. So what of Roscommon? Last week in this column we discussed the need for a debate on our playing style and whether we need to go more defensive in order to compete with the elite teams and that still stands. In truth, we never looked like winning the game on Saturday and Donegal were the deserved winners. With regard to Kevin McStay and the incidents before half-time, I totally understand where he was coming from. I have been in that same position myself albeit at a much lower (club) level where you are totally frustrated with some of the refereeing calls. It can be infuriating.

However, Kevin himself will know that you cannot put a hand on any official even if it was totally harmless and unintentional. I know Kevin McStay and there is not a nasty bone in his body. The news that the GAA are proposing a 12week ban will be seen as a fair sanction in the circumstances. It is a pity that our season is to end this way but after the Dublin game we have to look forward to next year and playing in Division One. I sincerely hope that Kevin stays as our senior manager for the next two years at least. He probably needs to shake up his backroom team though and add a defensive coach, as it has been pretty obvious this year that Roscommon are lacking in that area. If Galway can do it then so can Roscommon. We have a core group of very good players and if we can adapt our playing style we can still compete at the top level. In the immediate future we are facing into a very difficult game against Dublin in Croke Park on Sunday week. Not alone that but Mayo are playing Kildare in the All-Ireland U-20 final as a curtain raiser. It will be painful enough to have to go to that game with nothing at stake without thousands of Mayo supporters being there as well!

Roscommon were out-muscled by Donegal at Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday. Pic: Mick McCormack

The Super 8s come alive in round 2! The Super 8s have been the subject of much comment since the competition began and it is true that the opening weekend did not provide much in the way of excitement but I think it is safe to say that weekend number two was top class. The Roscommon v Donegal game was probably the most one-sided, but the other three games were top drawer. Tyrone v Dublin was an engross-

Minors face tough Kingdom test The Roscommon minor footballers are up against it when they face Munster champions Kerry in Limerick on Saturday in the All-Ireland quarter-finals. Kerry thrashed Clare in the Munster final so it will be a tall order for Paul Staunton’s men. However, remember that last year’s U-17s beat Kerry in a memorable All-Ireland semi-final so it is possible. We wish them the best of luck.

Finneran’s ladies make great start! The rising tide that is ladies football in Roscommon continues to flow. The win against Meath in the championship last Saturday bodes well. The Royals were highly fancied to do well in the Intermediate championship and Roscommon dealt with their challenge comfortably. It’s very important not to get carried away but it’s a great start for Michael Finneran’s team.

ing contest and Tyrone were unlucky that they did not get at least a draw. Dublin plough on but they don’t really excite with their brand of organised and efficient football. Kildare and Galway was a thriller and the controversial sending off of Daniel Flynn was crucial to the result. I have great sympathy with Flynn as he was trying to get away from a Galway player who was drag-

ging out of him and he threw his arm back in what is a natural reaction. In his absence Kildare just couldn’t get over the line and Galway have now made it to the semi-finals. Kerry and Monaghan was one of the best championship games in many years. It had everything. Monaghan will look back on this game as the day they should have beaten Kerry for the first time ever in the cham-

pionship. They dominated the game but simply missed too many chances. The equalising goal from David Clifford in the fourth minute of injury-time was one of the greatest of all time under pressure. Everything that has been said about this young man has come true. He is the next real footballing superstar from The Kingdom. It was a pleasure to watch this fan-

Molinari wins thrilling Open The British Open Golf Championship provided more thrilling TV last Sunday evening as the final round came to a close. Spieth, McIlroy, Tiger Woods, Justin Rose and Kevin Kisner were all in with a shout right to the end but it was Italian Francesco Molinari who kept his cool to win it in style. McIlroy played well but just ran out of holes while Tiger Woods looked like he would complete one Francesco Molinari won a thrilling British Open of the greatest sporting comebacks at Carnoustie last weekend. of all time until he double bogeyed

the 11th. He proved that his game is good enough to win at least one more major. It was a pity that there was not more of an Irish challenge and Paul Dunne and Shane Lowry have issues that they have to sort out. Next year’s Open will be held in Portrush and it promises to be a massive sporting event for Northern Ireland. The attendance at Carnoustie was 177,000. They are expecting over 200,000 in Portrush.

Premier League set to return! Whisper it gently, but the new cross-channel soccer season will shortly be with us. Liverpool have paid over £65 million sterling for a new goalkeeper in the hope that it will be the final link in the chain that will provide success, especially in the Premier League. That remains to be seen. It was interesting in the wake of the transfer that there was not a word out of Jurgen Klopp who was very vocal when Manchester United paid such a large fee for Paul Pogba a few years ago stating that transfer fees were out of control and he would never contemplate paying out such money. People in glass houses!

tastic game and it would be remiss of me not to mention another superstar, Conor McManus, who has been one of the best players in the game for the past seven or eight years. Has he ever played a better game than the one against Kerry last weekend? Playing the matches at provincial venues made such a difference with regard to atmosphere and excitement.

Championship Watch All-Ireland SHC semiﬁnals, both at Croke Park Clare v Galway on Saturday at 5 pm It feels a little unnatural talking about the All-Ireland hurling semi-finals in the middle of July but that’s where we are at now. Clare have done very well to get this far and they have a very good team full of excellent young hurlers, but it will not be good enough against a Galway team who have looked a class apart this year. If anything they look a better team than the one that lifted the title last year. Prediction: Galway

Limerick v Cork on Sunday at 3.30 pm

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp pictured with £75 million signing Virgil van Dijk. Klopp had the chequebook out again recently to make Brazilian Alisson Becker the most expensive goalkeeper in the world at £66.8 million. Is it Liverpool’s year?

This promises to be another classic and a very difficult game to read. Cork were excellent in Munster and they have a fantastic attack with Patrick Horgan, Seamus Harnedy and Conor Lehane on board. But Limerick have been coming for the past year or two and they are improving with every outting. Hard to separate them. Maybe Cork by a point or two. Prediction: Cork

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SPORTING WORLD WITH DAN DOONER

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All’s not lost despite two straight defeats… THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner Two games and two convincing defeats against Division One teams should tell Kevin McStay and his team all they need to know about what awaits them in 2019. However, if they did need any hints following last Saturday’s loss to Donegal at Dr. Hyde Park, opinions on gameplans, strength and conditioning and kick out strategy have been offered from armchairs, barstools and social media accounts. Some comments have been insightful, and some, well, not so much. One of the most interesting comments this writer read on social media in the last few days focussed on a perceived deficit in the Roscommon players’ conditioning. The user called for the midfield to be “bulked up” and

for Cathal Compton and Tadhg O’Rourke to add “about 1029kg of muscle”. Now, while I’m quite obviously not a strength and conditioning expert myself, it is clearly important to leave plenty of wiggle room (pardon the pun) when discussing elite inter-county conditioning - 19kg of wiggle room in fact! This time next year there will be complaints from the same social media account when Compton and O’Rourke miss throwin because they’re stuck in the dressing room trying to squeeze into their ‘player fit’ jerseys. Anyway back to last Saturday and I could empathise with Kevin McStay at the half-time whistle. There’s no doubt in my mind that a lot of work has been done in the last two years (and more) with these Roscommon players. Between training sessions, gym work and preparation behind the scenes such

as video analysis etc., modern inter-county management and coaching has become an allconsuming project. The fact that Roscommon were so far out of their depth this year in the Super 8s will hurt but that doesn’t mean the work over the last few seasons has been in vain. This is a relatively young team with Connacht and Division Two titles under their belts. There may even be the possibility of reinforcements ahead of Division One – and in fairness to the current team, players like Sean Mullooly and Neil Collins would be a big loss to most counties. While the 2018 Super 8s has been a difficult experience for everyone involved in Roscommon football, other counties have used similar disappointments to further improve. Given time and support, I believe this Roscommon team has the potential to do the same.

Enda Smith gets up close and personal with the Donegal players while referee Ciaran Branagan looks on.

Karate Kids!

Dunmore are soccer Masters!

Elphin Karate Club congratulates Torin O’Donaile and Katie Beirne on passing their black belt grade. Both students were put through a very tough grading syllabus but proved beyond a doubt they have what it takes to carry their black belts with pride knowing the work they have put in throughout the years has proved worthwhile. They are a credit to their club, family, and community and the club wishes them the very best going forward. Congratulations!

Congratulations to Dunmore Town, who were crowned RDFL Umbro Masters League Champions during the week following their 4-0 win over Cam Celtic. This Saturday, Skyvalley Rovers take on the new champions in the Masters Cup semi-final at 7 pm, while at the same time Cam Celtic play Gen Celtic in the Shield semi-final. There are no Masters games scheduled for the August Bank Holiday (4th to 6th) and the Masters Cup and Shield Finals are provisionally set for Saturday, August 11th, drawing the season to a close.

In the sporting diary .... Best of luck lads and ladies! The very best of luck to the Roscommon Ladies footballers who take on Fermanagh this Sunday for a place in the AllIreland Intermediate Quarter-Final and the Roscommon U-17s (minors) who travel to Limerick to play Kerry in the All-Ireland quarter-final on Saturday. Hon the Ros!

James Shivnan Memorial Cup James Shivnan was a very popular member of Boyle Golf Club and since his untimely passing the club has played an annual competition for a perpetual trophy in his honour. This year’s competition will be an 18-hole stableford and will take place on Sunday, August 19th with an entry fee of €10 for members and €15 for visitors. Online booking is available at www.boylegolfclub.com.

Athlone Open Week Open Week at Athlone Golf Club will begin this Sunday (29th) and continue until Monday, August 6th. It’s €20 for visitors and booking is available online or through Kevin on 090-6492073.

The sporting brief Golf

Cup winners We begin our weekly roundup in Roscommon Golf Club where the MJ Farrell Scratch Cups were contested last weekend. In the Senior Cup, David Hill’s 70 was enough for 1st gross while Enda Daly took 1st nett. Francis Ferguson took the Junior Cup with 75 while Michael Corcoran was best nett with 69. The best gross score among the intermediates belonged to Portumna man Gary Larkin (77). The Minor Cup saw Kieran Madden hit 90, which was good enough for 1st gross. The Ladies’ 18-hole stableford was won by Leah Lennon with 41 points while the Senior Ladies’ competition was won by A McNally. To Boyle next, where Mary O’Hara clinched this year’s Lady Captain’s (Marie Hanmore-Cawley) prize on July

15th. Peggy Feely was second, and Liz Dwyer took gross. Among the other winners were Kathleen Candon (past captain’s), Margaret Cox (best visitor), Criona O’Donnell (9hole competition), Moira Egan (front nine) and Ruth Hogg (back nine). The Lady Captain’s Prize to the Men was won by Vincent Egan with 38 points while Eamonn Perry finished second (37) and Charlie O’Donnell took gross. The men’s midweek competition was won by Gerry Carty with 29 points, and he also took the ‘2s club’ too! The Boyle Interclub team meanwhile recorded a good win over Ballinamore in the first round of the Jack O’Sullivan Trophy. Down the road in Athlone, old Tom Dolan and young Tom Dolan used their experience and youth to claim the Dr. Harry Rice Foursomes recently. Olive Dolan, meanwhile, won

the Don Panoz with a great score of 43 points. Elsewhere, luck abandoned the Ladies’ Intermediate Cup team who were beaten in their Connacht Semi-Final by Bearna. Recent winners of competitions in Athlone include John Kelly who won the Hodson Bay Cup, and Gerry McInerney who claimed the recent Plumbers competition.

Darts

Egan strikes back! Mick Egan was in sensational form during the latest installment of the Hollywood Bar Darts Superleague last Friday night in Roscommon town. Egan boasted the highest checkout of the night, a 144 finish, en route to exacting revenge over Sean Fleming, who had beaten in him in the final the previous week. Mick had stormed through to the final with wins over Seamus

Pictured are the recent Scratch Cup winners with sponsor MJ Farrell (back row, fourth from left).

Naughton (3-1), Mark Dolan (3-2) and Thomas Concannon (3-1) in the knockout stages. For his part, Fleming made it through an extremely tough side of the draw, beating Ciaran Hickey (3-0), David Concannon (3-2) and Paul Carton (3-1) in the knockout rounds. It was Egan’s night this time around however and he stormed

to a 3-0 victory following a top class final.

Pitch and Putt

Woodview update The most recent winners at Woodview Ladies Pitch and Putt Club was Eileen Turley (nett) and Marie Naughton

(gross). Marie Rowlands (nett) and Teresa Naughton (gross) were second. Competitions continue on Mondays at 10.30 am and 7 pm. A friendly, non-competitive game takes place on Thursdays at 10.30 am. Open to members and non-members and clubs are supplied.

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SportsPeople Kepak Roscommon SHC Round-up

Oran, ‘Roads and Dom’s take the spoils Sensational Oran comeback! Oran 2-14 Pádraig Pearses 1-16 A goal and a point in injury-time gave Oran a sensational win against the defending champions at Athleague last Sunday evening. Pearses totally dominated the first half and went in leading by 1-10 to 0-3. The Pearses goal came five minutes before half-time when Daniel Glynn’s sideline cut went straight to the Oran net. Oran were a much improved outfit on the restart and David Quinn’s goal

in the 35th minute was a key score in their revival. Oran were playing better, but Pearses were keeping their noses in front. Oran then scored three in a row to reduce the margin to three with the game going into time added on. Then Jerry Fallon blasted a free from 25 metres to the net to level the scores and then sub Adam Phelan scored the winner a minute later. Scorers: Oran: J Fallon (1-9), D Quinn (1-1), P Kenny, E Kenny, T Fetherstone and A Phelan (0-1) each. Pearses: D Glynn (1-9), S Naughton (0-4), M Comerford (0-2), A Finnerty (0-1).

‘Roads blow Gaels away Four Roads 4-21 Roscommon Gaels 1-4 Four Roads were the masters in this very one-sided game in Athleague last Sunday. Andrew Lawlor grabbed an early goal for the ‘Black and Amber’. David Hoare did get a goal for the town side but two goals for Four Roads from Cathal Dolan saw the winners pull away. Brendan Mulry scored the fourth goal for Four Roads in a very one-sided second half. Scorers: Four Roads: C Dolan (2-3),

A Lawlor (1-3), E Rogerson (0-4), C Coyle (0-3), B Mulry (1-0), C Mulry (0-2), N Fallon, D Treacy, E Mulry, S Curley, N Hynes and D McCarthy (0-1) each. Roscommon Gaels: D Hoare (1-0), C Egan (0-3), P Lennon (0-1).

Dominic’s edge Tremane St. Dominic’s 2-11 Tremane 0-13 St. Dominic’s will be well pleased with their display as they edged out Tremane on Friday night last. The Knockcroghery men were the

better side in the opening half and goals from Connell Kennelly and Shane McCormack helped them into a 2-5 to 0-4 half-time lead. But Tremane were much better after the break Liam Murray and Michael Keaveney were accurate from frees but Dominic’s had done enough to secure a vita win for them. Scorers: St. Dominic’s: N Connaughton (0-5), S McCormack (1-2), C Kennelly (1-0), J Murray (0-2), M Byrne and MJ Egan (0-1) each. Tremane: L Murray (0-5), M Keaveney and S Mahoney (0-3) each, Joe Brennan and John Brennan (0-1) each.

BREAKING BALL

Rossies lose out in All-Ireland opener Liberty Insurance All-Ireland Premier Junior Camogie Championship Round 1

DUBLIN Roscommon’s championship campaign got off to a disappointing start when they were well beaten by Dublin in Knockcroghery last Sunday. Roscommon were only two points in arrears at the break but they fell away badly in the second half. Laoise Quinn fired home a Dublin goal in the opening minute but Roscommon recovered

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well from that and points from Sinead O’Brien (2), Laura Fleming and Susan Spillane ensured that the Dubs lead at half-time was only two points: 1-3 to 0-4. But Dublin took over after the break and a string of fine points followed by an Aoibhe Dillon goal in the 50th minute finished the game as a contest. Roscommon will now

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face Armagh in the next round on Saturday week. Roscommon: C Connaughton; E McNally, N Farrell, E Coyle; S Spillane (0-1), G Dowd, S O’Brien; N Coyle, A O’Meara; A Lenihan, S Fallon (0-2), R Fitzmaurice; N Watson, L Fleming (0-1), L Rowe (0-1). Subs: M Tiernan for E Coyle, K Jones for Lenihan, S Coyle for O’Meara, A McDermott for McNally.

U-17s outsiders for Kingdom showdown Electric Ireland All-Ireland MFC Quarter-Final Roscommon v Kerry on Saturday at The Gaelic Grounds Limerick at 3pm  SEAMUS DUKE

Roscommon’s U-17 footballers will go into Saturday’s All-Ireland quarter-final against Kerry as rank outsiders. Kerry were 20 point winners against Clare in the Munster final and are very fancied to go all the way this year. However, Roscommon will travel in hope after a spirited performance in the recent Connacht final against Galway. Roscommon have a number of injuries to contend with ahead of the game. Enda Crawley is out with a broken collar-bone, Darragh Murray is unavailable and Ruaidhri Fallon has an ankle injury. However, Roscommon can point to last year’s excellent win against the same opposition in the All-Ireland semi-final and Paul Staunton and his backroom team will have hatched a gameplan to deal with Kerry’s quick-fire attack. Paul Walsh and Dylan Geaney are the players to watch in the Kerry attack.

Walsh notched 1-7 and Geaney 2-3 as they put Clare to the sword in clinical fashion. Paul O’Shea and Darragh Rahilly are also outstanding players on the Kingdom side. However, if Roscommon can get an even break at midfield, James Fitzpatrick, Adam McDermott and Eoghan Derwin are an excellent full-forward line and well capable of getting the match winning scores. It will be a tall order for the Rossies but not impossible. Prediction: Kerry

Roscommon manager Paul Staunton (right) and selector Stephen Lohan pictured on the sideline during the recent Connacht MFC Final at Dr. Hyde Park.

Roscommon Ladies overcame Meath at Kinnegad in round one of All-Ireland qualifiers last Saturday. Pic: Roscommon LGFA

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Roscommon ladies footballers continued on their upward curve with an excellent six point win against a fancied Meath team in Kinnegad last Saturday. With a game against Fermanagh to come next Sunday this win puts Michael Finneran’s team in pole position to qualify for the play-offs on top of their group. Once again, it was a real team effort from Roscommon. Helena Cummins was strong and assured between the posts; Amanda McLoone, Aisling McAuliffe, Jenny Higgins and Sinead Kenny were also very prominent on the day. The exchanges were evenly fought throughout but Joanne Cregg’s goal was vital as the sides went in level 1-3 to 0-6 at half-time. A point from Sheila Brady and a goal from Alice Kelly early in the second half proved crucial as Roscommon kept the Royals at arm’s length. As long as Roscommon rule out any complacency next Sunday, a place in the play-offs at the top of the group should be secured with a win against Fermanagh. Speaking to People Sport on Tuesday, Roscommon manager Michael Finneran said that they would be taking no chances when they face Fermanagh on Sunday in Mullahoran (3.45pm). “On a line of form we should win the match but we have to be careful and make sure we win it because if we do we will top the group and get into a quarterfinal which is a big incentive.

“We have no injury worries from last weekend’s win and we have generated great momentum from our two big wins recently and there is great enthusiasm in the group. Winning is so important and we hope to win again at the weekend. To qualify for the quarter-final as group winners is our aim,” he concluded. Roscommon: H Cummins; H Ennis, A McLoone, R Brady; C Cauneen, A McAuliffe, S Kenny; J Higgins (0-3), J Cregg (1-0); A Kelly (1-1),R Wynne, L Fleming; N Feeney, R Finan (0-2), S Brady (0-1). Subs: S Bruen (0-1) for Feeney, J Downey (0-1) for S Brady.

Pearses claim Leo Kenny Cup!

mselves a boost ahead of Pádraig Pearses gave the ior championship when the resumption of the sen0-12 to 0-11 in the Leo they beat Charlestown byaunis last week. Kenny Cup final in Ballyhted game throughout with It was a very well contes es in front all through nos Pearses just keeping their . title the e to tak ; L Daly, M Richardson, Pádraig Pearses: T Dolann, N Carty, S Downey; T liva Sul G Downey; C Óg lly, N Daly (0-2), E Kelly Butler, E Donoghue; G Ke 4), S Fahy (0-3). Subs: (0-2); H Darcy, R Daly (0-C Payne for E Kelly, D A Duffy (0-1) for G Kelly, Whelan (0-1) for Downey.

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Your weekend starts here Seamus Duke’s Super 8s weekend review Performance of the Weekend: Monaghan It didn’t produce a win, but Malachy O’Rourke’s men were sensational against the Kingdom. The chances they missed throughout the match will come back to haunt them if they do not get to the semi-finals. Conor McManus produced probably his best championship performance in his glittering career, but David Clifford did what many people predicted he would do in a Kerry jersey by pulling his team back into the championship with that sensational late goal.

Players who came to the fore Johnny Cooper, Brian Howard (Dublin), Michael Murphy, Odhran Mac Niallais (Donegal), Ian Burke (Galway), Conor McManus (Monaghan), David Clifford (Kerry).

Surprise of the Weekend There were no real surprises, although Monaghan came oh so close to knocking out Kerry and Kildare were very unlucky against Galway.

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Expressions of interest… Tempers boiled over just before half-time in Saturday’s Super 8s game between Donegal and Roscommon at Dr. Hyde Park, as this superb photograph by Michael McCormack shows! The passion on the faces of Roscommon and

Donegal players is a reminder of the effort put in by intercounty players – a scene like this in the Premier League would no doubt leave pundits like Alan Shearer and presenters like Gary Lineker stunned (not sure why I’m singling out those two gentlemen!). The expression on the face of the linesman is worthy of note too – and moments later he would be the target of the ire of Roscommon manager Kevin McStay. Remaining impressively cool in the back-

ground is Roscommon selector Liam McHale (arms folded). It was, of course, “a schmozzle” as the late, great Micheal O’Hehir would say, or ‘handbags’ as modern-day GAA diplomats might call it. Or “a massive fist fight” as Shearer and Linekar (sorry) might have said. We probably won’t see championship fever like this when Roscommon play Dublin in ten days’ time – but roll on next season! – PH

The Super 8s came alive last weekend. The Monaghan v Kerry match was one of the best championship games we have seen in a number of years. Not far behind were the games between Tyrone and Dublin and Kildare and Galway. Playing the games at provincial venues was clearly a major factor.

Looking ahead… The teams rest this weekend before the final weekend of action comes up. Roscommon will play Dublin in a ‘dead rubber’ in Croke Park but there is something at stake in all the other matches. Kildare are out but Kerry need to beat them and hope that Galway beat Monaghan. The game between Tyrone and Donegal is ‘winner-takes-all’.

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Roscommon manager, Kevin McStay, said he couldn’t fault his players in terms of workrate – but did admit that they were very much second best last Saturday. “It was a big effort from us against a very good Donegal team and I certainly cannot fault the workrate and application of our lads. It was top notch, but we were struggling to stay with them all through. “I thought we were getting there coming up to half-time and we had a few chances. But the nature of our team at the moment is that if we want to stay in the battle we have to take every chance. Diarmuid (Murtagh) had a great chance early on and if he stuck that in the net there would have been a different bounce about the place, but Donegal were definitely the better team. They had bigger, stronger men and they got through

us that bit easier,” he said. Kevin was clearly frustrated with some of the officiating last Saturday. “With regard to the incidents before half-time we were very disappointed with the last two calls. “First Michael Murphy comes clean through and pushes one of our fellows out of the way and kicks the ball over the bar. It was an obvious barge and he doesn’t call it. I can understand that. You can miss those. “Then there is the one just before half-time when Diarmuid is taken out of it and there are some afters as well and the referee is on the wrong side of it and he missed that and I can accept that too. “But the linesman, Niall Cullen, saw it clearly and I went to him to make my point and he blanked me, which wasn’t pleasant. He said I was quite aggressive to him. “I threw a ball and I had no intention of hitting him but it landed on his shoul-

ders/head. When that was made known to me I went in and apologised at halftime. The referee told me he would have to go with his linesman and he asked me to sit down for the second half. I wasn’t sent off as far as I was aware. He said ‘I’d prefer if you sat down for the second half’. “I’ll take my punishment and I had to sit out the second half, but that officiating wasn’t good enough. For a team like us we need everything like that to be spot on. Instead of being three points down at halftime we are five down and the game has lost its momentum from our point of view”. Looking ahead, Roscommon have one fixture left, and that’s against All-Ireland champions Dublin at Croke Park. “It’s another tough day for us. We are playing top teams and we are finding it hard but look, we wanted to get into the Super 8s and we got there. “We have one more

game to go (against Dublin) and we have to honour that fixture and we will certainly do that and we will train hard for that and get ready. There will be no pressure on us but we will be playing the top team in the country so we will be up against it. “But we will learn from that too and we know the standard for next February and we have seen the gap that exists. If we have learned nothing else from the Super 8s that’s a valuable lesson”. Kevin admitted that Roscommon had been forced to play a bit more defensively last Saturday in the hopes of avoiding another heavy defeat. “We tried to compete by withdrawing some of our players back the field today but it’s not our natural game. We didn’t want another turkey- shoot today. The players were getting a bit demoralised with the big scores we were conceding and we agreed on what we were going to

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cDonegal manager, De ased lan Bonner, was ple rmwith his side’s perfoomance against Rosc but mon last Saturday ger admitted that a big test lay ahead. to “Any day you come t a ge d an rk Pa de Dr. Hy od positive result is goays alw ve ha e W y. da do found it difficult tovery well here so we are The happy with the win. lly lads performed rea ed well and we controllnd the game in the seco half. like “We didn’t kick on to to, g pin ho re we we Kevin McStay pictured during last Saturday’s defeat to erall be honest, but ovhapDonegal at Dr. Hyde Park. ry ve be to ve ha we do. We only had a couple ers, the management and py. We brought on six of sessions at it but we did the supporters. I know that subs and all contributedwell for long periods. fans love you when you handsomely to the vics “If we got those scores are winning but if you lose tory and that’s alway before half-time we would and have a really defensive good to see. We have an have been in business. But gameplan that’s when it excellent team ethic. re we couldn’t transition from really gets serious so we “We came down he o tw the up k pic defence to attack and our have to find out what the to that attack didn’t have enough balance is”. points and we did are support. * Since Saturday’s postand now we can prephip “We have to take a major match interview, Kevin for a real champions on look at our playing style McStay has been susgame against Tyroneconover the next few months. pended for 12 weeks and Sunday week,” he It’s a debate that we have apologised to the officials cluded. to have between the play- (see back page).

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All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final Group 2 (Round 2): Donegal 0-20 Roscommon 0-13

Dominant Donegal end Super 8 dream The Verdict Seamus Duke The Super 8 dream has turned into a bit of a nightmare after this seven point loss against Donegal ended Roscommon’s interest in this year’s championship. It was a vastly improved performance from Kevin McStay’s men on this occasion, but the home side never looked like winning the game against a Donegal team for whom Michael Murphy was outstanding. It’s not going to get easier either. Roscommon must go to Croke Park to face AllIreland champions Dublin on Sunday week with nothing at stake, and manager Kevin McStay is in trouble after an incident with linesmen Niall Cullen before half-time and he could be facing a suspension. With the thrashing by Tyrone in mind, Roscommon withdrew a couple more players into defence in an effort to stymie the Donegal attacking threat, and while it worked well at times, when Roscommon got possession there was little or no support for the one or two attackers inside and the ball came back again just as quickly. But Roscommon had no

Seanie McDermott carries possession forward for Roscommon during the All-Ireland Quarter-Final phase defeat to Donegal at Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday.

answer to the power play of Donegal and Murphy in particular. The big Glenswilly

man has been of the best footballers in the country over the past decade and he

Conor Devaney offloads possession during Roscommon’s All-Ireland Quarter-Final phase defeat to Donegal at Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday. Pics: Mick McCormack

showed his class once again at Dr. Hyde Park on Saturday. He scored nine points from play and frees and his link-up play and leadership throughout was a pleasure to behold. Odhran Mac Niallais was also superb. He kicked four sensational points from play and was unlucky to hit the butt of the post with a goal chance in the 59th minute. The experience and knowhow of Frank McGlynn, Leo McLoone, Ciaran Thompson and Ryan McHugh were also major factors in what was a comfortable win for Donegal. For Roscommon, Ciaráin Murtagh was once again our best player. He is a superb attacker with a great instinct for taking the right option. Diarmuid Murtagh played well too although he was starved of possession for long periods. Brian Stack started well but he ran out of steam and John McManus was very solid throughout and he put in another impressive display. Donie Smith also kicked a couple of nice points when introduced as a sub late on.

On the down side, Roscommon’s kick out strategy did not work and we lost far too many of our own restarts. In fairness to the management they attempted to clog up the middle with bodies in an attempt to prevent another big score being conceded but it meant that there was little or no support for the attackers who remained inside. The reality is that we have a good team with some very good players, but not enough of them. We seem to be too good for Division 2 but not good enough for Division 1. The debate about our playing style must be had and if the players, the management and the supporters are happy to see 12, 13 and 14 players behind the ball to try to achieve success then so be it. But as Kevin McStay said last week, if you lose playing that way the criticism would be savage. The gap that exists between the teams at the very top and teams a little further down like Roscommon is huge. Tyrone scored 4-24 against Roscommon but they had to

give second best to Dublin last weekend. No 4-24 there! Roscommon will now have to prepare for another season in Division 1 in the spring and it will be very interesting to see how that goes in light of this pretty dismal Super 8 campaign. I have the greatest respect for the players and the management for the efforts they put in. They wanted to do well in this campaign more than anyone but it was not to be and we just came up short. Hopefully we can learn and move on. But to reach the very top in Gaelic football is a monumental task that is beyond many counties, whether Roscommon is one of those counties is up for debate. Roscommon must now face the prospect of lining out in a ‘dead rubber’ in Croke Park on Sunday week. Even worse is the fact that Mayo will play Kildare in the All-Ireland U-20 final against Kildare as the curtain raiser. Thousands of Mayo supporters in Croke Park to witness Roscommon crashing out of the championship is not an appetising prospect. That, plus the suspension for our manager is not the way we thought it would be when we were coming home from Portlaoise a few weeks ago.

Teams and Scorers Donegal: Shaun Patton; Paddy McGrath, Paul Brennan, Stephen McMenamin; Eamonn Doherty, Frank McGlynn, Eoghan Ban Gallagher; Hugh McFadden, Michael Murphy (0-9, 3 frees, 1 ‘45); Ciaran Thompson (0-2, 1 free), Michael Langan (0-1), Leo McLoone (0-1); Odhran Mac Niallais (0-4), Jamie Brennan, (0-1) Ryan McHugh (0-1) Subs: Neil McGee for Gallagher (18), Niall O’Donnell for J Brennan (53), Anthony Thompson for McGlynn (56), Daire O Baoill for P Brennan (62), Mark McHugh for C Thompson (62), Martin Reilly (0-1) for Langan (68). Roscommon: Colm Lavin; David Murray, Niall McInerney, John McManus; Fintan Cregg, Sean McDermott, Conor Devaney (c); Tadgh O’Rourke, Cathal Compton (0-1); Ciaráin Murtagh (0-5, 3 frees), Niall Kilroy, Enda Smith (0-1); Diarmuid Murtagh (0-2), Brian Stack (0-2), Cathal Cregg. Subs: Ciarán Lennon (0-2) for Compton (half-time), Donal Smith for C Cregg (45), Finbar Cregg for McDermott (48), Padraig Kelly for Stack (59), Ian Kilbride for F Cregg (62), Shane Killoran for Kilroy (68). Referee: Ciaran Branagan (Down).

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All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final Group 2 (Round 2): Donegal 0-20 Roscommon 0-13

Ciaráin Murtagh in full flight during Roscommon’s All-Ireland Quarter-Final phase defeat to Donegal last Saturday at Dr. Hyde Park.

Key Moments First half On another baking hot day the game actually started very well for Roscommon. Two fine points from Ciaráin and Diarmuid Murtagh inside the first four minutes got the home crowd cheering. Jamie Brennan opened Donegal’s account in the 6th minute but Brian Stack answered that score with a super point from 40 metres a minute later.

Seamus Duke Murphy four as Declan Bonner’s men stamped their authority on the game. Cathal Compton and Michael Langan exchanged points before the break and we had that altercation between Kevin McStay and the linesman Niall Cullen in the seconds before half-time which resulted in the Roscommon team manager having to ‘sit out’ the second half.

Half-time score: Donegal 0-10 Roscommon 0-5.

Second half Points from Brian Stack and Ciaráin Murtagh early in the second period did reduce the margin to four but Roscommon never looked like threatening the Donegal lead.

Brennan had a great chance of a goal in the 8th minute but Colm Lavin made a fine save before Michael Murphy pointed the resultant ’45. Then in the 12th minute Ciaráin Murtagh kicked over a superb 45-metre free and the Rossies led by 0-4 to 0-2. Incredibly Roscommon were not to score again for 22 minutes as Donegal took over and scored seven points without reply. Murphy and Odhran Mac Niallais were most prominent for the Tír Conaill men. Ciaran Thompson kicked two and

Stat Attack rst half ) Wides: Donegal 11 (7 fi half ) rst fi (3 6 n mo com Ros Red cards: None Black cards: None 1 (Conor Yellow cards: Donegal 4 (John n mo com Ros r) Meyle n, McManus, Cathal Compto on. Conor Daly, Gary Patters Scores from play: n 0-10 Donegal 0-15 Roscommo Attendance: 9,583 Man of the Match: al) Michael Murphy (Doneg

Diarmuid Murtagh gets his shot away under pressure.

Murphy and Mac Niallais were superb as Donegal added to their tally impressively. In the 59th minute a long kick out saw Ryan McHugh in on the Roscommon goal. He passed to Mac Niallais who hit the butt of the post with a rasping shot. It was a let-off for Roscommon. Full credit to Roscommon who never

stopped trying and sub Donie Smith kicked a couple of fine points after his introduction but you always got the feeling that Donegal could up the ante if required and they ran out the deserved seven point winners. Full-time score: Donegal 0-20 Roscommon 0-13.

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INSIDE: Super 8s report and reaction on pages 53 – 56

Roscommon manager Kevin McStay remonstrates with the linesman during last Saturday’s All-Ireland Quarter-Final series defeat to Donegal at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack

McStay takes 12-week ban on the chin The CCCC (Central, Competitions, Control Committee) in Croke Park, who preside over disciplinary matters in the GAA, have proposed that the Roscommon team manager Kevin McStay be given a 12-week suspension for incidents just before half-time in the All-Ireland qualifier against Donegal in Dr Hyde Park last Saturday. Speaking to Roscommon People on

Tuesday, Kevin McStay said that he was accepting the 12-week suspension and that he deeply regretted his actions. “It’s something that should not have happened and I deeply regret what I did. I have apologised to the referee and I am in the process of arranging a personal apology to the linesman. “It was borne out of frustration and pressure on the day but they are not excuses for what happened and I think it would be a fair thing to say that it is

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Fixtures

Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 1 St. Faithleach’s 4-16 Roscommon Gaels 2-11 Pádraig Pearses W/O St. Brigid’s

Friday, July 27th Leydon Brothers AFL Division 3 (Tansey Cup) At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v St. Michael’s. 8 pm

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Connaughton Fuels AFL Division 2 (O’Gara Cup) Tulsk Lord Edwards 2-17 Shannon Gaels 0-2 Leydon Brothers AFL Division 3 (Tansey Cup) St. Michael’s 2-16 Strokestown 0-13 AFL Division 4 Fuerty 3-12 Elphin 1-17 St. Ronan’s W/O St. Croan’s King & Moffatt Building Services JBFC (Section B) Kilglass Gaels W/O St. Brigid’s St. Aidan’s 6-12 Kilglass Gaels 3-9 Pádraig Pearses W/O Kilglass Gaels Kepak Senior Hurling Championship St. Dominic’s 2-11 Tremane 0-13 Oran 2-14 Pádraig Pearses 1-16

AFL Division 4 (8 pm) At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Fuerty At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Castlerea St. Kevin’s At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v St. Faithleach’s At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Elphin At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v St. Ronan’s AFL Division 5 (8 pm) At Ballinlough: Michael Glavey’s v St. Aidan’s At Kilbride: Kilbride v Boyle At Davonna Park: Ballinameen v Kilmore At Pairc Naomh Bearraí: St. Barry’s v Kilglass Gaels At Kilteevan: St. Joseph’s v Oran King & Moffatt Building Services JBFC (Section B) (8 pm) At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Fuerty Kepak Senior Hurling Championship (7.45 pm) At Athleague: Athleague v Oran

not my usual form. I am in a position where I am telling my players to have a disciplined attitude so for me to do what I did was wrong and out of order. It’s something that won’t happen again. “Hitting the linesman on the head when I threw the ball was a complete accident and was not meant to happen at all. Someone said to me that it was half-time and I just threw the ball without looking. I very much regret that too obviously. Sunday, July 29th Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 1 At Strokestown: Strokestown v Pádraig Pearses. 2 pm Connaughton Fuels AFL Division 2 (O’Gara Cup) At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Michael Glavey’s. 2 pm Kepak Senior Hurling Championship At Athleague: Pádraig Pearses v Four Roads. 6 pm At Athleague: Roscommon Gaels v Tremane. 7.30 pm

Underage update Thursday, July 26th U-14 Football Championship Division 1 (8 pm) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Clann na nGael At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Pádraig Pearses At Kilmore: Cill Moire/Gaeil na Sionanne/ Niamh Roine v Strokestown U-14 Football Championship Division 2 (8 pm) At Pairc Naomh Bearraí: Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry’s v St. Ciaran’s At Kilbride GAA Park: Kilbride v Elphin-

“I have to find out what the suspension means with regard to my own involvement with the team and that will be clarified in the next day or two. “Ger (Dowd) and Liam (McHale) will look after the sideline duties and we are preparing for the game against Dublin. There is training this week on Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday and Tuesday and Thursday next week. We have to prepare properly to play against the best team in the land and give the fixture full respect. Ballinameen At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v Éire Óg/ Michael Glavey’s U-14 Football Championship Division 3 (8 pm) At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v St. Faithleach’s At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v St. Aidan’s At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Castlerea St. Kevin’s Saturday, July 28th U-12 Hurling League (11 am) At Rockfield: Oran v Longford Slashers At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Pádraig Pearses At Four Roads: Four Roads v Athleague\ Tremane At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Carrick Hurling Club (St. Mary’s) Sunday, July 29th U-16 Football Championship Division 1 (12 pm) At TBC: Elphin-Ballinameen v Kilmore/ Shannon Gaels At Johnstown, Clann na nGael v Boyle At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Pádraig Pearses U-16 Football Championship Division 2 (12 pm) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Ciaran’s

“When that game is over we will be sitting down and reviewing the whole year and that applies to management as well as the players. We will go through everything and come up with a plan for next year. But right now the game against Dublin is the main priority,” he concluded. Roscommon, who can’t qualify for the semi-finals following defeat to Donegal, will be without their manager for their final Super 8 match against Dublin in Croke Park on Sunday week. At Strokestown: Strokestown v Éire Óg/ Michael Glavey’s U-16 Football Championship Division 3 (12 pm) At Kilbride: Kilbride v Western Gaels/Tulsk At Pairc Naomh Bearraí: Kilglass Gaels/St. Barry’s v Oran At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Castlerea St. Kevin’s At Enfield: St. Croan’s v St. Dominic’s Monday, July 30th Minor Football Championship Division 1 (8 pm) At Enfield: Oran/St. Croan’s v St. Aidan’s At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Strokestown Minor Football Championship Division 1 (8 pm) At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Pádraig Pearses Minor Football Championship Division 2 At Mulhern Park: St. Ciaran’s v St. Faithleach’s Minor Football Championship Division 3 (8 pm) At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s v Éire Óg/ Michael Glavey’s At Abbey Park: Boyle v Western Gaels U-16 Football Championship Division 2 At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v St. Michael’s