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What do you do to relax? I enjoy listening to podcasts especially The Blindboy Podcast, which is very interesting. I would highly recommend it to all. What’s your favourite place in Co. Roscommon? Roscommon Castle provides endless entertainment. Just recently I watched a young lad climb up a wall as his mother laughed, only for her then to have to call the Emergency Services when he couldn’t climb back down! Where else would you get it? *Cathal is appearing at the Vodafone Comedy Carnival in The Mick Lally Theatre in Galway on Saturday, October 27th. Tickets cost €10 and are on sale now at www.vodafonecomedycarnival. com.

Our person of the week is 12-year-old Alison Nevin from Swords in Dublin who managed to snap a ‘selfie’ with Pope Francis at Croke Park last Saturday. The crafty schoolgirl hid her mobile phone up her sleeve before approaching the Pontiff. Let’s face it: it’s been a good week for parents of schoolgoing children as peace and quiet returned to homes across the country this week! (They’re not that bad really!)

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I recently returned from my summer holidays in Spain. Unfortunately I sustained a serious injury at the hotel where I was staying. I cut my foot badly on a sharp tile at the hotel swimming pool. I attended the emergency room at the local hospital. I booked my package holiday through a tour operator but their representative did not offer me any advice regarding compensation for my injuries. Do I have to hire a Spanish lawyer to advise me of my rights it can I initiate legal proceedings from Ireland? If you booked your holiday as a “package holiday” through a tour operator you may be able to make an injury compensation claim against the tour operator for your injuries and any related financial losses. A package holiday is defined under the Package Holidays and Travel Trade Act 1995 (the “Act”) as a combination of two or more of the following, when sold or offered for sale at an inclusive price:- (i) transport; (ii) accommodation; (iii) other significant elements of a tourist service nature. Under the Act a tour operator may be held responsible for all of the services provided as part of a package holiday including holiday accommodation. Consequently, the tour operator may be liable if the accommodation fails to comply with the standards of health and safety in that country. Legal proceedings may be brought before the Courts in the country where the injured party resides or where the incident occurred. Obviously, it is preferable to bring proceedings in one’s own country. It is important to engage a Solicitor as soon as possible to advise you on the best course of action to take. Please feel free to contact Byrne Carolan Cunningham dedicated Litigation Department in confidence for expert advice. This column is prepared by Dolores Gacquin, Solicitor. Byrne Carolan Cunningham have offices in Athlone, Moate, Lanesborough and Galway. A person should always contact their solicitor to obtain legal advice specific to their own situation. The above column contains general information and cannot be relied upon as legal advice. * In contentious business, a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement

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Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People Jim Daly has come under fire following Wednesday’s meeting at Merlin Park Hospital in Galway to discuss the future of the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea. The meeting heard a total of seven proposals for the future use of the unit, including a proposal to use it as a centre for young people and one proposal to hand it over to a private operator. It was also confirmed at the meeting that there were no plans for new admissions at the unit. Minister Daly also told those present that despite requesting that the

HSE pause ongoing clinical assessments at the unit as recently as July, he had no power to actually halt the process. Liam Walsh, whose mother Breda is one of 12 residents currently living at the unit, said the Junior Minister had made a complete about-turn on commitments he had given just seven weeks ago. “According to three people in attendance at the meeting, the Minister has made a complete aboutturn on commitments he made seven weeks ago in relation to the future of the unit. “The word ‘historic’ was used in relation to those commitments. He basically said we had to move on from that,” he said.

Mr. Walsh said it was “an absolute scandal” and accused Minister Daly of making “a calculated move” in requesting a pause of all clinical assessments in July. Mr. Walsh also questioned whether the current clinical assessments were in fact independent before adding that he was confident Minister Denis Naughten would stand by his recent commitments to the Rosalie Unit and that he would be fully supported by other local Oireachtas members and county councillors. At the public meeting in July, Minister Naughten produced a letter he had received in 2015 from then Health Minister Leo Varadkar which safeguarded the unit’s

future. Local councillors and Oireachtas members were asked to sign their names to a letter supporting Minister Naughten’s efforts to secure the future of the unit. Fianna Fáil Deputy Eugene Murphy yesterday defended his decision not to sign the letter on Shannonside FM, saying that signing it at this stage was not going to have any real effect. Mr. Walsh remains confident however that local politicians will stand together on this issue. “I would hope Deputy Murphy stands shoulder to shoulder with Minister Naughten on this. I know Deputy Fitzmaurice will. This is about the people of Roscommon and not about political careers”.

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The 41st Elphin Agricultural Show will take place on the grounds of Elphin Mart this Saturday (September 1st), with €40,000 in prize money on offer across a wide range of classes. Among the main attractions this weekend will be All-Irelands in Pedigree Charolais Baby Calf with a prize fund of €1,500, Baby Beef Heifer with a prize of €2,500, and Commercial Breeding Heifer unhaltered with a prize of €1,500. As well as strong Horse and Cattle sections, the show will also feature a Sheep section with 20 classes,

goats, farm produce, flowers, cookery, handcraft, adult and junior art sections, poultry, and a terrific dog section. Other events include novelty sections such as Bonny Baby, Little Miss and Master, Parent and Child lookalike, Miss Teen, Glamorous Granny, and Most Appropriately Dressed Lady and Gentleman. There will also be plenty of children’s entertainment. Elphin Show organisers believe it is set to be the biggest and best yet, with live music from Ciarán Rosney at An Bóthar Rua on Saturday night to round off what promises to be a wonderful day.

Pictured at the recent launch of the 2018 Elphin Agricultural Show were Tommy Gormley, Chairman of Elphin Show Society, Clare Connellan, Secretary, Cyril McDermott, President, Sean Beirne and John O’Beirne.

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Fianna Fáil HQ to make call on Roscommon/Galway AGM dispute  PAUL HEALY

Fianna Fáil HQ will decide in the coming weeks whether or not to reconvene the AGM of Roscommon/Galway FF after a row erupted over a decision to allow Boyle delegates to vote. A formal complaint was made to Fianna Fáil HQ in Dublin in the wake of the controversial meeting. There is some speculation that the AGM may now have to be reconvened, with a new election of officers being held. Another train of thought is that HQ will deem the AGM to have been legitimate. The controversy is centred on the decision, taken at the AGM, to allow Boyle Fianna Fáil delegates to vote on the night. The view was expressed at the meeting – and subsequently to party HQ – that Boyle delegates should no longer have a vote at Roscommon Comhairle Dáil Ceantair level because Boyle has been transferred into the Sligo/Leitrim constituency (as part of a Boundary Review). The AGM of the Fianna

From left: Deputy Eugene Murphy…says there was unanimous support for Boyle delegates voting; Tom Leech…outgoing chairperson had raised concerns; P. Burke…elected chairperson on the night.

Fáil Comhairle Dáil Ceantair (CDC) was held on Thursday, August 23rd last in the Abbey Hotel in Roscommon. The meeting was attended by in the region of 70 members. Tensions arose when the meeting moved to fill officer positions for the coming year. It had been understood that outgoing chairperson Tom Leech would not seek

re-election. However, on the night, Mr. Leech indicated that he would contest the position. Noting the presence of a Boyle contingent, Mr. Leech objected to those delegates having a vote on the night (in light of the transfer of Boyle from Roscommon into Sligo/ Leitrim). Deputy Eugene Murphy, in the chair at that point in proceedings, put Mr. Leech’s point to the floor and a

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discussion ensued. Members decided to allow the Boyle delegates to have a vote. P. Burke then defeated Tom Leech by 50 votes to 16 and was duly elected chairperson. Further officer positions were then filled. Critics of the decision to allow the Boyle delegates to vote say it flies in the face of party rules and that the Boyle delegates were granted a vote on the night purely to ensure that a new-look

‘officer board’ was elected. A source told the Roscommon People that some delegates now want the AGM to be reconvened. “The rules have been broken…our view is that the AGM will be rescheduled, the officers will have to stand down and a new vote (to fill officer positions) will be held”. The latest issue of Phoenix magazine described the episode as a move by Deputy Eugene Murphy to “bolster himself” against party HQ and “any disloyal elements in his constituency organisation”. The TD had, the magazine suggested, “purged” the officer board of the old guard and moved “his own people” into the key officer positions. A spokesperson for the Fianna Fáil Press Office confirmed to the Roscommon People that a complaint (about the handling of the Boyle issue) has been received by HQ. The spokesperson said that the party is currently examining that complaint and hopes to address the matter in the coming weeks.

‘All above board’– Murphy Deputy Eugene Murphy told the Roscommon People on Wednesday evening that there had been unanimous agreement at the Fianna Fáil AGM that Boyle delegates should be allowed to vote. Deputy Murphy, in the chair at that point in proceedings, said he had no intention of going against the unanimous view of delegates but he had warned on the night that the decision “could be” questioned. He told the People: “I was in the chair…the issue of whether or not the Boyle delegates should have a vote was raised. Everything was above board…I think there was only nine Boyle delegates there. I allowed a discussion on it and it was the unanimous view of the meeting that we would allow the Boyle delegates to vote. “I wasn’t going to go against a unanimous vote…although I did warn that it could be questioned. I believe there is precedent for it”. Deputy Murphy said there had been a “robust debate” but that it had been a very good meeting.

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Locals get train station back on track!  DAN DOONER

Following Iarnróid Éireann cutbacks in recent years, the area around Roscommon Train Station had grown neglected and in need of some attention – but thanks to a joint initiative between Roscommon Town Team and Roscommon Heritage Group, the station is now back on the right track! Roscommon Heritage Group chairperson, David Molloy, detailed some of the recent work by volunteers which has led to the introduction of new plants and a brighter welcome for visitors to the town. “The idea to place plants around the station came from the heritage group and the planting was facilitated by Roscommon Town Team. “Roscommon Train Station is the first point of contact for many visitors to Roscommon and it grabs their attention so it’s important that the area

reflects well on the town. “Irish Rail have worked very closely with us and have assisted us at many levels. David Dibble, a member of the Heritage Group, has been particularly active and so too have Richard Waters and Marty Kiernan. They have also received great help from local Irish Rail staff,” he said. Mr. Molloy added that those involved were very conscious of the fact that the exclusive Hibernian Express service regularly stops overnight at the train station and said it was important that the area looked well in order to entice visitors back to Roscommon. The Heritage Group are also hoping to obtain old photographs of the station as well as other memorabilia which will be put on display. Roscommon Town Team Chairperson, Larry Brennan, said that the work at Roscommon Train Station was part of the bigger mis-

Pictured at Roscommon Train Station recently were Larry Brennan, Roscommon Town Team Chairman; David Dibble; Helen McGinty, Roscommon County Council and Basil McGann, Station Operative, CIE. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

sion of attracting visitors into the town. “One of the objectives of Roscommon Town Team is to drive footfall into the town. We are committed to promoting Roscommon

town as a tourist destination and to make their stay as enjoyable as possible. “To this end Roscommon Train Station is the first and final point of contact for visitors to our town.

Roscommon Town Team are delighted to support Iarnròd Èireann any way we can to enhance Roscommon Train Station”. Basil McGann is a station operative with CIE and he

paid tribute to the “great work” being carried out in Roscommon. “There have been big improvements at the train station and the place is looking a whole lot brighter.

It’s a very welcome addition. “It’s the first impression people get when they arrive in Roscommon by train. As they say: first impressions last,” he said.

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‘He’s got the whole world (and a historic crisis) in his hands… W

hen the then Pope visited Ireland in 1979, the entire population got the ‘good china’ out. This time it was different. Some people were as enthusiastic now as then; many more were indifferent, at best mildly curious; a small but significant number were critical/even hostile. The current Pope is, by and large, very popular. His personal charisma and humility were much in evidence over the weekend, but the fact remains that he is the leader of the Catholic Church at a time of deep crisis within it, and it falls to Francis to address historic and ongoing abuse scandals. The shadow of the scandals follows him, and the world looks to him…

Saturday By the time I tuned in to the television coverage, Pope Francis was sitting on a stage in Dublin Castle and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar was in full flow. I missed most of the Taoiseach’s speech but have caught up with it since, and I would certainly go along with the positive reaction to it. Readers are being disingenuous if they deny that there was a certain fascination in trying to spot just who was in the audience. The RTE camera zoomed in on Mary McAleese, who did not appear to be planning to storm the stage. Colm O’Gorman had to settle for a spot near the back. I’m not sure what the term is for a collection of ex-Taoisigh (mind your language!) but they were there… The ex-Taoisigh wear the contented expressions of men who have climbed to the top of the mountain, but with enough melancholy there to reflect the sense of being yesterday’s news. At best, they are the rock stars who once sold out top stadiums and who are now reduced to ‘intimate venues’. Simon Harris had the smile of a man who has momentum, a man who suspects he has a very bright future ahead. Micheál Martin had the half-smile of a man who is less sure of his political future; he might also have been hoping that photographers didn’t capture him alone in conversation with Brian Cowen, the latter a decent man but a symbol of the crash and the smithereens that followed… (which reminds me, Bertie was there too).

Locals pictured last Sunday in Knock for the visit of Pope Francis.

Later on Saturday The ceremony at the Pro-Cathedral, if clearly very scripted, was quite inspiring. This Pope does have a gentle charisma that is very special, not to mention a great smile! When he reached the front pews of the Pro-Cathedral, he singled out a woman who appeared to be in a wheelchair, and gave her a blessing. Then, after some moments of silent prayer, the Pope heard from a handful of married couples. Responding to them, he took up where the late, great Les Dawson left off, i.e. with a mother-in-law joke. The Pope quipped that young couples should listen to the wisdom of elderly parents “even mothersin-law”. All weekend, his humour, ordinariness and common touch was engaging. Later, another highlight of the Papal visit was the Pope calling to the Caphucin Day Centre in Dublin, where Brother Kevin and his colleagues (and volunteers) serve up to 800 meals a day to people who are homeless and/or in need. The humility of Brother Kevin, clearly a ‘living saint’ to all he has helped, was itself humbling to witness. As the Pope left in his Skoda, a few women standing outside

sang the ‘anthem’ that followed Pope John Paul 11 around in 1979 – ‘He’s got the whole world in his hands’ – they were small in number and tentative in their singing, unwittingly only serving to highlight how much has changed.

Saturday evening Granted, I’m no singing expert, but I thought poor Daniel blew his big moment and was OUT OF TUNE when he sang for the Pope in Croke Park tonight. “You had one job to do, Daniel…” Still, Daniel enjoyed himself, and the crowd seemed to love him too. So he remains a national treasure. I understand, from people who were present, that the concert in Croke Park was an immensely enjoyable evening. Andrea Bocelli was the star turn of the night (apart from the Pope). Some children from Roscommon performed (as part of Edwina Guckian’s Dance Club), as did Scramogue native Cathy Jordan, the renowned singer. Another weekend highlight – a great moment, midst all the words and debates – came when Alison Nevin (12) got the ultimate selfie… with Pope Francis. Croke Park erupted, reminiscent of how it might when a team scores a lastminute winner.

Sunday morning Knock was a very joyous part of the weekend, going by the television coverage. Rain and heavy mist greeted the Pope’s plane. Pope Francis shook hands with almost the entire welcoming party at the airport, a really nice ‘human’ touch. In the background, Ballaghaderreen native Patsy McGarry, the Irish Times Religious Affairs Correspondent, followed the entourage, clicking away on his phone. At the Knock Shrine, enthusiastic crowds welcomed the Pope. It was a very historic and special day for Mayo and the West of Ireland.

Sunday afternoon The Festival of Families Mass in the Phoenix Park was only a ‘full house’ in Donald Trump/Sean Spicer speak. In fairness, no-one is claiming that the expected “up to 500,000 people” materialised. There is of course plenty of bickering on social media about the turnout. Most observers are now settling on anything between 130,000-200,000. I watched quite a bit of the RTE coverage from the Phoenix Park and have spoken to family and friends who were there. The Pope began his address by asking for

forgiveness for Church sins, to applause. Later, the Popemobile brought The Holy Father to a final meeting with bishops, then to Dublin Airport for his return to Rome. As I drove from Rooskey to Roscommon on Sunday evening, the postmortems were in full flow on radio, Joe Duffy hosting. Joe was on the same job again that night on RTE television. There are, suffice to say, conflicting views on the trip and on how satisfactorily or otherwise Pope Francis addressed the Church scandals. As a man, Pope Francis is very charismatic, humble and likeable. We can really only judge what we see and hear. Much of what he said was inspirational and will have proven so for many people. Of course the shadows of scandal loom large. And, charismatic and humble or not, it is this Pope’s duty to show leadership on addressing the challenges facing the Church. I was glad he told single mothers who searched for the children they had become estranged from that it was not a mortal sin to do so. Pity this wasn’t made clear decades ago. It was good too that Pope Francis met with abuse survivors. But calling for forgiveness for the sins of people in the Church, while welcome, is far from enough. What is really needed is for guilty parties – abusers and Church leaders who covered up for them – to be removed from their positions and indeed to be handed over to police/state authorities. There should be no hiding place, no ‘canon law’ veil. It was a historic weekend. A changing Ireland gave a mostly positive, but undoubtedly nuanced, welcome to Pope Francis. Time will tell if he has the energy, time and determination to address the scandals’ fall-out. His ‘track record’ in so many other areas is impressive. His humility is genuine, his words inspiring. I think, on balance, he offers real hope for a Church in crisis. Back at Dublin Airport, RTE had a great shot of the Papal plane disappearing into the clouds. Clouds and shadows…the humble man with the whole world in his hands was gone into the clouds, out of sight for a while, but with the whole world watching his next moves.

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Boyle Musical Society rehearsals start soon Rehearsals for Boyle Musical Society’s production of ‘The Addams Family’ will begin at 8 pm next Monday (September 3rd) in St. Joseph’s Hall and the society extends a warm welcome to new, former and existing members to join up for twelve fun-filled, action packed weeks of music, singing, drama, dancing, comedy and lots more. Musical Director Anne and Director/ Choreographer, Vivienne, will be on hand to provide an outline of the show. Rehearsals will take place on Monday and Thursday evenings and it is hoped to have the principal parts in the show cast by late September, so the society is hoping for a big turnout at the first rehearsal. With music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, The Addams Family is Boyle Musical Society’s 35th annual production. It will be staged over four nights in the regular venue of St. Joseph’s Hall, from Wednesday November 21st to Saturday, November 24th.

Enrolment at Castlerea Stage School An enrolment evening for Castlerea Stage School will take place on Wednesday, September 5th from 6-7 pm in Trinity Arts Centre, Castlerea. Members of the committee will be there to answer any questions. Please contact 087-4676475 for more information.

Healthcare training in Derrane Pictured at the Tidy Towns Duck Race fundraiser in Castlecoote on Sunday last were Kathy Wood, Shaun Mullen, Anne Connell, Kate Crehan, Chloe and Kayleigh Golden. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Envelopes for entry into each individual draw are also available in local shops, post office and bars, as well as from John Corcoran’s Menswear and Roscommon Leisure Zone in Roscommon – only €2 per envelope and €5 for three envelopes.

St. Dominic’s GAA 50/50 Draw

Comhaltas music class resumes Roscommon Comhaltas branch will commence its long-running music class, new term next Monday (September 3rd) at 6 pm in the Dr. Hyde Centre, Roscommon town. Tutors will be Mary Jo Fitzpatrick (B.A. Music) and Michael Cully who is also an accomplished tutor and musician. For further information contact Bill on 086-3345817.

September 5th at 8.30 pm in Gleeson’s Restaurant & Rooms in The Square, Roscommon Town New members are welcome.

St. Dominic’s GAA Club congratulates Willie and Bernie Kilcline who won €854 in the club’s weekly draw on Saturday, 25th August. Next week’s 50/50 draw (Saturday, 1st September) will be take place in Coffey’s Bar, Lecarrow. You can sign up at any time, contact 087-3552383 for details or log onto the club website at www.naomhdominic.ie.

Roscommon Drama Festival AGM The Roscommon Drama Festival committee AGM will take place on Wednesday,

A Healthcare Training open evening will take place on Thursday, September 6th from 5 pm to 8 pm in the Resource Centre, Derrane, Co. Roscommon. All are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact RSG Flexible Learning College on 0906625852 (Extension 221).

Friendship Circle meets every Wednesday The Friendship Circle meets every Wednesday from 11 am to 1 pm in The Core in Roscommon town. Everyone is welcome. Call 087-0937669 for more information.

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St. Dominic’s launch gym in Lecarrow  DAN DOONER

There was a good turnout at St. John’s Community Centre in Lecarrow for the recent official opening of St. Dominic’s GAA Club’s new gym. The facility has been set up in an upstairs space in the community centre. Speaking at the launch, St. Dominic’s Chairperson, Thomas Murray, welcomed guests and paid tribute to local representa-

tives for the part they’ve played in the development of the facility. “We launched the development plan back in 2014. It was a five-year plan. Part of that plan was to build a gym in our facility in St. Dominic’s, however, like many other projects, funds didn’t allow at the time. But we were very fortunate to get a Sports Capital Grant of €12,000 to put towards gym equipment. It’s very important

to acknowledge the people behind that and they were Anne Gillespie, Frank Golden and Padraig Mullally, who did huge work together to get that grant in place,” he said. Mr. Murray said the organising committee then had to locate a suitable premises within the parish. “One of the ideas we looked at was having a joint venture with the community centre because all of us involved with St.

Dominic’s and all those involved with the centre are community people”. While excessive insurance costs scuppered the plan to provide a service for the entire community, St. Dominic’s were unperturbed, and with the help of the St. John’s Community Centre committee, proceeded with the development of a club members’ gym at the site. The St. Dominic’s subcommittee of Declan Doran, Padraig Mullally and Helen Dowling were charged with sourcing gym equipment and bringing the project to fruition. Mr. Murray praised the three, whom he described as “exceptionally hardworking people”. The St. Dominic’s Chairperson added that while it was a club members’ gym, the facility would be open to the entire community. Those wishing to become members of the gym would automatically become members of St. Dominic’s due to insurance factors, he said. Mr. Murray concluded by thanking Cllr. Laurence Fallon for his assistance in obtaining a Community

Marie Tiernan, Iona Hanley and Eve Connaughton pictured at the opening of new gym facilities by St. Dominic’s GAA at St. John’s Community Centre in Lecarrow. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Helen Dowling, Declan Doran and Padraig Mullally pictured at the opening of new gym facilities by St. Dominic’s GAA at St. John’s Community Centre in Lecarrow. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Enhancement Programme grant for CCTV equipment through Roscommon County Council. Helen Dowling, who was part of the St. Dominic’s gym sub-committee, said she was “extremely proud of the state-of-the-art

equipment”. She added that the gym would strike a balance for the needs of users and that an induction evening would take place this evening (Thursday 30th) for those interested in joining. St. Dominic’s Minor

board treasurer, Declan Doran, thanked the St. John’s Community Centre committee as well as Kilduff Construction. He also praised his fellow subcommittee members and the St. Dominic’s executive committee.

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In a lletter ette et terr se sent nt to to th the press on 1 17th 7th 7t h M ay 19 918 1 , Do D oug u las Hy H de wass o one ne May 1918, Douglas Hyde of the t literary literar a y luminaries luminaari ries es aal long along w wi th Augusta Aug ugus usta t Gregor ry, Willia am with Gregory, William Butler Yeats Bu ts, James Stephens Stepheens Yeats, and an d Ge Ge e R George ussell w ho added Russell who their weightt and th d reputation rreput utation to o tthe he camp pai a gn aagainst gainst cons scriptio io on. campaign conscription. ``We, `W We, e the undersigned un u ndersigned writers, writers, feel fe el compelled com ompelled to appeal al and protest against the enforce-ment enforcce-me ment of conscription in our count n ry,, country, beli iev ving, as we do, that such h believing, acti ac ion will w destroy all hope of action p eacce in i Ireland and goodwill peace towards Engl glaand in our lifetime.’ England That at same s year a great at m mee eeting meeting was he wa held ld iin n Ba Ballagh haderr rrree een, n, C o. Ballaghaderreen, Co. R oscom om mmo mon n to protestt aaga gain ga inst st Roscommon against thee extension exte tens nssio n ion n of o cconscription con nsccription or “Blood “B dT Tax” ” as it wa wass ca ccalled lled to IIreland. reland. B oth Eamo monn nn D V lera Both Eamonn Dee Va Valera and John D an illon, whilee holdi ing n Dillon, holding d ifferentt positions position onss an nd p olitiica cal different and political view ws at the t time, tim ime, e converged con onve verg rged ed on on thee views occa casi sion on,, addi ding a ssingl le voice in occasion, adding single op ppo possing the mea asu sure r s.. opposing measures. It iiss to these h isto is torrica to ricaal re efe fere renc re nce nce historical reference points that we have hav avee chosen ch chos hose sen en the the theme for this year’ss Douglas Doug Do u las Hyde Conference 2018 as People, Places & Time: Converging Histories. T Th Thee events of one hundred years ago in 1918 form the backdrop ag p to the conferenc ncee proceedings proc pr oceed dings conference reflecting ng also aals lso on the death of John n Redmon ond, d his successor tto o th thee Irish Redmond, Parliame ment n ary Pa Part rtyy John John Dillon, Dil D illlon, n, Parliamentary Party the cons scr crip ipti tion on ccrisis risi siss of tth hat year, conscription that women’s suffrage of the period, pe thee flu fl epidemic of that year, the general strike and the general election of 1918 all are subjects off discussion and debate. Th he issues of politics aand n llan nd angu guage gu The language w wi ll fform orm part of Th he H yde will The Hyde Lect ctur ures e session, wh es hic ich ch se sserves serv erv rves es es Lectures which as a per rma mane n nt reminder of the permanent achievemen ntss of of Douglas Hyde achievements i furthering th in he role ro of the Irish the la language and natio ona nall id iden e tity national identity tthroughout hro hro r ughout his career. T hs hi This co on nffer e en e ce is an equally significant sig igni n fi ni fica c nt conference occ casi ca sion on aass it is 125 years sinc ce occasion since the founding f un fo u di din ng of the Gaelic Leaguee in 1893, 189 89 93, 3 aan no rganisation that was organisation iinstrumental nst stru rume m ntaal me al in the revival of the Ir rissh La Lan nguage ngu ng g . This movem emen entt en Irish Language. movement an and nd or rga gani nisa isattion sstill till ti ll ccontinues onti onti on tinues nu s organisation ass C on nradh dh hN Naa Ga G Gaei aeilg lge and the Conradh Gaeilge co onfferren ncee programme progr grram a m mee ref eflects conference reflects 20 018 aass bein be ein ing g de d edi diicateed as a B liai li ain n 2018 being dedicated Bliain Na aG aeilge ge.. Gaeilge. Thee co onferen ence ce theme the hemee and a related rel elat ated ed d conference prog ogram mmess, ther erref e or oree ha have v bee een n programmes, therefore been sele ected d to shed sh hed further fur urth th ther her er light llig ight htt selected on the h story yo viidu dual ua s in off indivi individuals particu ular ev vents of the he p per erio er iod io d particular events period and in our o wn local histo to ory ry.. It It iiss own history. also a rreflection efleection of the area’ a’’s lo ong ng area’s long historic cal aassociation ssociation with the historical Dillon F am mily, the location of the Family, confere encee down through the years, conference the guidir guid dir figure of Douglas Hyde and a co ommunity rich in a cultural, community literary,, heritage he anu political traditio ons. traditions.

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27th – 29th SEPTEMBER People, Places & Time; Converging Histories Douglas Hyde Centre Portahard, Frenchpark, Co. Roscommon. F45 HH57 Tel: (Deirdre) 087 7823751 / Email: dogara@roscommoncoco.ie www.roscommoncocodouglashyde.ie

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CONFERENCE FEE: €30 STUDENT, SENIOR CITIZEN & UNWAGED: €15 INDIVIDUAL LECTURES: €10 The conference fee includes entry to the full conference programme throughout the day, lunch and tea/coffee. Accommodation is not included. Please note payment for individual lectures does not include lunch.

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Thursday 27th September

Venue: Douglas Hyde Centre, Portahard, Frenchpark, Co. Roscommon 6.30pm

Tea/Coffee/Refreshments

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OPENING by CLLR IVAN CONNAUGHTON Cathaoirleach Roscommon County Council

7.15pm

EUGENE CUMMINS Chief Executive, Roscommon County Council

7.30pm

JOE McHUGH TD Minister of State Department of Culture, Heritage & the Gaeltacht

7 .45pm

SINEAD McCOOLE Expert Advisory Group on Commemorations

LAYING OF COMMEMORATIVE WREATH 8.30pm MUSICAL PERFORMANCE 8.00pm

Gatehouse: John Wynne

Friday 28th September

Venue: Northern & Western Regional Assembly Conference Room, Ballaghaderreen

PERSPECTIVES & POLITICS 9.00am

Registration

9.30am

WELCOME ADDRESS - INTRODUCTION Chairperson, Richie Farrell

10.00am

RONAN McGREEVY 1918 in Ireland and World History

10.30am

JOHN DILLON Leader of a Lost Cause: John Dillon, Last Chairman of the Irish Parliamentary Party, and the Events of 1918

11.00am Tea/Coffee

CONFLICT & CONSCRIPTION 11.30am

KIERAN RANKIN John Dillon vs Eamonn De Valera at the 1918 General Election; The Eclipse of the Irish Parliamentary Party by Sinn Fein in East Mayo

12.00pm

PAURIC TRAVERS You might as well recruit Germans; The Irish Conscription Crisis of 1918

12.30pm

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

1.00pm

Lunch

SUFFRAGE & SUFFERING 2.00pm

MARGARET WARD Militant Militancy’ - Irish Suffrage and the Irish Parliamentary Party

3.00pm

Tea/Coffee

LANGUAGE & LEGACIES: The Hyde Lectures 3.30pm

BRIAN WALKER

4.00pm

NIALL COMER, President Conradh Na Gaeilge

The Irish language and Northern Ireland politics Irish Language Revival; A Lasting Legacy

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 5.00pm CLOSING REMARKS 4.30pm

Saturday 29th September

Venue: Ballaghaderreen Library, Dillon House 11.00am SHEENA WILKINSON Star By Star: A tale of suffragettes and heroes, courage and survival, as war ends, flu sweeps the land — and women get to vote!

Venue: Douglas Hyde Centre, Portahard, Frenchpark 2.30pm LIAM MAC MATHUNA & MAIRE NIC AN BHAIRD Early diary insights into Roscommon’s lasting impact on Douglas Hyde

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Sr. Mary Lee planted a tree on Friday last to mark the 25th anniversary of Vita House in Roscommon. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

25th anniversary celebrations at Vita House Family Centre, Abbey Street, Roscommon

Pictured attending 25th anniversary celebrations at Vita House on Friday last were Garda Superintendent Fran Nicholson, Mary McGrath (HSE), Tiffany Walsh, Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service (SBLS) and Charlie Meehan, HSE Mental Health. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh Pictured attending 25th anniversary celebrations at Vita House on Friday last were David Gleeson (Chairperson, Vita House Board of Management), Helen Buckley (Tusla), Marian Keigher (Director of Services, Vita House) and Eifion Williams, General Manager, Tusla. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured attending 25th anniversary celebrations at Vita House on Friday last were Sr. Miriam Brennan and Sr. Mary Lee. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured attending 25th anniversary celebrations at Vita House on Friday last were Margaret Ryan Gunning, Maura Burke Farrell, Antoinette Garvey and Mary Harlow. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Pictured attending 25th anniversary celebrations at Vita House on Friday last were Laura Mullooly, Vita House, Sarah Brennan, Vita House, Veronica Corcoran, Marian Keigher, Director of Services, Vita House and Dorothy Thomas, Irish Cancer Society. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Murphy calls for re-opening of Tarmonbarry Garda Station Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy says he has been assured by Minister Charlie Flanagan that his concerns about the lack of a local Garda presence in the Tarmonbarry area will be addressed. Deputy Murphy commented: “Garda resources across Galway-Roscommon were seriously depleted over the last number of years. The number of officers on the ground had fallen by almost 10%. Tarmonbarry is one of seven stations in the constituency closed since 2012. “Many people are now choosing not to report minor crimes as it involves travelling to another town where there is a Garda station. In the Tarmonbarry area in recent times there has been a number of burglaries and attempted burglaries”. Deputy Murphy said that a full-time Garda presence in Tarmonbarry is what’s needed, not “a meaningless gesture” from Minister Flanagan.

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Pope Francis receives some timely assistance as breezy weather conditions impact just as he begins to address the crowds in Knock last Sunday! Photographic sequence: Mick McCormack

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‘I had no interest in Knock… yet I became emotional watching this piece of history’  MIRIAM KERINS

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Well done to our Civil Defence volunteers Roscommon Civil Defence volunteers played a major role in the Papal visit over the course of the weekend. They were involved on the ground at Knock Shrine in supporting the Principal Response Agencies (Gardaí and the National Ambulance Services). At Knock, 35 volunteers from Roscommon Civil Defence were part of a group of 140 volunteers that were on duty. While their main role was assisting the Gardaí in terms of safety and stewarding at the event, volunteers were also involved in supporting the National Ambulance Service. Roscommon Civil Defence Welfare Unit provided food for all emergency personnel on duty over the Saturday night and Sunday.

Dancing stars A number of children from Co. Roscommon performed for Pope Francis at the concert in Croke Park on Saturday evening. They are members of Edwina Guckian’s Leitrimbased Áirc Damhsa Dance Club.

Rooskey and Athleague links Rooskey, Co. Roscommon native Derek Mahady was Liturgical Music Coordinator for the closing Mass of the World Meeting of Families 2018 in the Phoenix Park on Sunday. David McConn, the Manager of Knock Shrine, which hosted Pope Francis on Sunday, is a native of Athleague, Co. Roscommon.

Despite the fact that I had no interest in making a pilgrimage to see Pope Francis during his whistle-stop visit to our neighbouring County Mayo, I did have the telly on, because I do believe I was witnessing a piece of history. I must say that our lovely neighbours at Knock did themselves and the rest of the country proud. Well done to each and every single one of you. Comhghairdeas libh! I will admit though, much to my darling atheist hubby’s concern, as I was dipping in and out of the live Knock coverage, out of the blue, I suddenly burst into tears – as, once the official greetings were over, I saw Pope Francis walk towards the waiting crowd and instantly make a beeline for a darling little boy who was sitting in a wheelchair. I don’t know what came over me, maybe it’s menopause, but, that gentle action alone, along with reports that the CEO of the Catholic Church broke into Spanish and labelled those who cover up abuse as “caca” – which the very polite translator interpreted for us as “filth you would see in the toilet” – kind of served as make or break moments for me. And, yeah, he’s right, they are pieces of s**t, but not only those who cover up abuse, those who

perpetrate it are impacted with excrement too! However, maybe my minor emotional meltdown was born out of memories of when, as a young girl, I sang at the Galway youth mass with my folk group for Pope John Paul 11’s visit. By coincidence, this group once included Tony Walsh, that piece of scum we now know as the convicted paedophile priest; described in the Murphy Report as someone who is ‘always going to be dangerous,’ and who ‘could not be let near schools, children, confession, etc’.

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Either way, the occasion got to me; and I now genuinely hope Francis is the man to draw that line, introduce reform and win back this country’s faith in the ‘institution’ of the Church

Or perhaps it was my darling dad’s phone call telling me he was holding his Pope John Paul 11 commemorative medal given to him by Aer Lingus when he was part of the elite crew tasked with maintaining the 1979 Papal aircraft. Either way, the occasion got to me; and I now genuinely hope Francis is the man to draw that line, introduce reform and win back this country’s faith in the ‘institution’ of the Church. While I believe His Holiness has the power, I’d question if he has the grit? You see, we’re a different Ireland now; a resilient Ireland; an Ireland no longer afraid to speak out and challenge the Church; and speak out we did last weekend; telling Francis his expressions of regret, welcome though they are, will never remove the torment experienced by abuse survivors, nor will they fix the physical, psychological and spiritual damage perpetrated by his peers. And while I’m aware we cannot hold one man responsible for the sins of the Church, I’m hoping this Bishop of Rome, who spoke to Ireland with a softness and an uncharacteristic vulgarity when empathising with survivors of clerical sex abuse, and who happily posed for a selfie with a young girl, will be the one to turn Ireland, and all of her generations, back towards her faith.

John’s stage presence Roscommon town native John Donnelly, formerly a member of the Saw Doctors, played a prominent part in designing the stage which was used for the Papal Mass at the Phoenix Park on Sunday. The Sun reported: “The Pope-up stage…has been hailed as an almighty creation. The stage was designed by Johnny Donnelly, a former member of the Saw Doctors”.

Garda Denise Casserly from Frenchpark pictured in close proximity to Pope Francis outside Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Dublin.

Senator Maura Hopkins, Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher and Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, pictured in Knock on Sunday morning for the visit of Pope Francis.

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A weekend of conﬂicting emotions  SEAMUS DUKE

First of all…I didn’t go. I was covering GAA matches on Saturday and Sunday, and even if that wasn’t the case, I probably wouldn’t have gone anyway. In 1979 we left Roscommon at 2 am to go to Ballybrit Racecourse to see John Paul 11 – but then again almost everyone in the country went to see him all those years ago. I did watch as much of the visit as I could. As will be the case for many people, there are a range of conflicting emotions to deal with as I look back on what was a very important weekend for our country and for the Catholic Church in particular. On a human level, Pope Francis comes across as a humble, caring and pleasant man. He seemed relaxed and ‘at home’ as he met with so many people and attended so many different events. However, the Ireland that he visited last weekend is a totally different country to the one that John Paul 11 visited in 1979. There is a huge cohort of our population who are very angry and disillusioned with the Church and with what they got away with in this country and indeed all over the world for many decades. These people feel that Pope Francis did not go far enough at the weekend in his various speeches about Church scandals. The Pope apologised a number of times, but, in the eyes of many, he made no commitment to any action or redress. It’s easy to understand the anger and resentment of people who were abused. People who were scandalised and abused want all those who were responsible for cover-ups in the Church to be sacked – and who can blame them? It’s hard to believe that Pope Francis never

heard of the Magdalene Laundries or indeed of the Tuam Babies scandal. Is it that the Pope is so protected in the Vatican that a lot of these horrible stories have been kept from him? If that is the case, then there needs to be a root and branch clear-out at the very top in Rome. Pope Francis needs to know and understand what happened in these truly horrific cases. Last week I attempted to read the Special Prosecutor’s Report in Pennsylvania into child sexual abuse in the Church there over many decades. I defy anyone reading this article to read that recently-published report and not get physically sick. The levels of depravity which were perpetrated by members of the clergy on innocent children is beyond any kind of explanation. It was vile and stomach-churning. Anyone who covered this abuse up is equally as guilty as the disgusting deviants that carried it out. The worrying thing about all this is that there is much more to come. Wait until they get to Central and South America, and to Africa too. The Church is facing decades more of these allegations. But if it faces up to the problem with truth and action, then most fair-minded people will give Church leaders credit. This Pope and future Popes will have to deal with this issue for many years to come because it is not going to go away. Having said all of the above, I am very conscious of the hundreds of thousands of people who derived great spiritual comfort and joy from the visit of Pope Francis. So what if there were only 150,000 people at the Mass on Sunday. I spoke to many who attended the various events in Croke Park, Knock and the Phoenix Park. They really enjoyed their day and the experience, and who are the media or anyone else to scoff at

them? The excitement etched on the faces of the people in Knock as they waited in the cold rain for a glimpse of Pope Francis is something that I will always remember. Whether some people like it or not, there are still many devout Catholics in our country, and they deserve respect too. The Church is about the people and their faith in God. It is also a fact that there are many great priests (and clergy generally) who continue to carry out fantastic work on behalf of their communities throughout Ireland and the world. It is such a pity that their great work has been overshadowed by the curse of abuse and corruption. Last weekend was a great cause for celebration for them too. There were many memorable moments captured by RTE’s excellent coverage. The visit of the Pope to Brother Kevin Crowley’s soup kitchen in Dublin, the selfie taken by a young member of the travelling community in Croke Park, the Pope signing a Mayo football jersey, and his obvious joy at meeting ordinary people at all the events he attended was remarkable. The visit was very well organised. Well done to everyone concerned. A huge logistical operation, it went off very well. I know it cost over €30 million, but it brought the eyes of the world on our small country. I’m glad Pope Francis saw fit to visit Ireland. It has generated a lot of debate about who we are as a people and where we are going. That in itself is a good thing. It’s odds-on that I will not be around when the next Pope chooses to visit us here. So I wish Pope Francis well in the tough job that he has on his hands.

I wonder if he has lifted the curse from the Mayo footballers? Now that would be a miracle!

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Cathy on song Cathy Jordan, native of Scramogue, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon, was amongst the performers at the World Festival of Families concert in Croke Park on Saturday evening. The Irish Independent reported: “One of the biggest cheers of the night was when Cathy Jordan sang the Shane MacGowan classic song ‘A Rainy Night in Soho”. Deputy Eugene Murphy tweeted: “So proud of my neighbour and good friend performing for Pope’s visit to Ireland. Well done Cathy Jordan”.

Patsy and the Pope Irish Times journalist Patsy McGarry, a native of Ballaghaderreen, flew on the ‘Papal plane’ and thus got up close and personal with Pope Francis. Patsy was ‘on duty’ over the entire 36 hours or so… wherever the Pope went, Patsy went. On Sunday night, he was a fair and informed commentator/analyst during the RTE coverage.

The Pope and Sean Here at the People we didn’t witness the handshake in question, but we’re reliably informed that one of the last persons the Pope bid farewell to at Knock Airport – perhaps the last – was Roscommon’s most famous businessman, Sean Mulryan. And that would make sense…the Oran native and Dublinbased multi-millionaire developer joined the board of Ireland West Airport last year.

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and volunteers who had passed recently including former secretary Anne Brennan as well as Seamus Shiel and John McDermott, who had both given the show sterling service down through the years. Mr. O’Beirne expressed his gratitude to the show’s loyal sponsors including the Sweeney and Stevenson families and Percy Hanly and his family. He also offered a warm welcome to representatives of all the Breed Societies, members of the Roscommon Show and Elphin Show societies, public representatives as well as the Strokestown committee and friends of the show. Highlighting the family friendly nature of this year’s show, Mr. O’Beirne detailed some of the novelty classes on offer during Sunday’s Family Day.

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“In addition, the show has been granted funding from the Roscommon County Council Festival and Events grant scheme towards funding the Flavours from the Heart of Ireland Food Fair”. Mr. O’Beirne did however raise the need for further support while raising concerns over the suckler cow scheme. “From talking to mart managers, all are concerned about the demise of the suckler cow. We couldn’t put the show on without the suckler cow,” he said, before calling on politicians to “pull together” in order to deliver that message to Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed. Mr. O’Beirne concluded by once again thanking those in attendance and offering everyone a warm welcome to Strokestown on September 8th and 9th.

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• The €10,000 Irish Angus All-Ireland Finals by Direct Entry • All-Ireland Breeding Heifer by Direct Entry to Strokestown Show, sponsored by Chasetown Civil Engineering Ltd (Sweeney Family, Corrigeen). All commercial breeds eligible • Irish Simmental All-Ireland Finals • Shorthorn All-Ireland Calf Classes • Hanly’s Hardware & Spar Supermarket All-Ireland Calf Class • Showing Classes for cattle, sheep, crafts, cookery, farm & garden produce Showground opens at 8.00am Exhibits must be in the Showgrounds by 10.00am Judging commences 11.00am sharp

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Chairperson John O’Beirne highlighted the fact that Strokestown Show boasts no fewer than 23 All-Ireland Finals during his speech at the recent Show launch in The Percy French Hotel. Among the main events are the All-Ireland Angus Finals with a prize fund of €10,000, the All-Ireland Beef Bullock Championship worth €5,000 and the €2,000 Greenvale Animal Feeds All-Ireland Beef Heifer Championship.

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Sunday: What’s on at the Show? • Horse Showing 12.30pm New Irish Draught Section • Irish Draught All-Ireland, sponsored by The Callery Family • Pony Showing Classes 12.00pm • Driving for style and appearance Road Cart Spectacular • Dog Show - 2 Rings - at 2.30pm • Bonny Baby Show at 2.00 pm • Music on Showgrounds

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Pictured at the launch of the Strokestown Agricultural Show at The Percy French Hotel recently were Adrian Gill (Gill’s Bakery), Margaret Kelly (Food Fair organiser), John O’Beirne (Strokestown Show Chairperson), Jeeny Maltese (My Nutrition), and Thomas Coleman (My Nutrition). Pic: Mary Regan

The ‘Flavours from the Heart of Ireland’ food fair will return to the Strokestown Show once again this year and there will be some familiar faces taking part. My Nutrition is husband and wife team, Thomas Coleman from Mayo and Jeeny Maltese from Venezuela, who have been in business for the past five years. They return to the Strokestown Show for a third year this year. Since last year’s food fair, Thomas and Jeeny have relocated to Creggs and while Jeeny has made a name for herself on national television, Thomas has been involved with the Roscommon senior football team. Jeeny said they were looking forward to returning to the Strokestown Show and paid tribute to food fair organisers, Margaret

Kelly, Gemma Flanagan and Anna Hogan. “The ladies are really good to us and they have treated us so well every year. We love all the products as well and the producers (at the food fair) so it’s a good show to come to,” she said. Thomas added: “We do a lot of shows around Ireland but Strokestown is really good. “What we hope to achieve firstly with Strokestown is looking after people’s health. It’s our family and loved ones that we want to spend time with and that’s really what our message is about. It’s really about building bridges for people; finding out where they are with their food and seeing how they can make a little improvement that will help their health and their body,” he said. Jeeny said the joint expertise herself and nutritionist Thomas can call on ensures that clients are

getting practical and easy to implement tips. “For me as a chef, it has to be really good, tasty food that’s easy and approachable for everybody and also inexpensive. My mission as a chef is to educate people and empower them so that they know they can do it at home and it’s easy. Of course there is also the expertise of Tom so I’m not allowed to put anything naughty or bold in there!” Thomas added: “It has to taste good, it has to be easy to prepare and we find all our ingredients locally. It’s getting back to real country food as well. We’re looking at the Strokestown Agricultural Show and there are farmers and producers here who are growing exceptional food; whole food that’s not packaged and we want to them to get back to using their own products”. Having worked with some of

Ireland’s top athletes, including Conor McGregor, My Nutrition will once again be a popular attraction at this year’s Show. Jeeny said: “It’s very exciting because Tom and I have worked with some of the top athletes in the country; Irish Rugby and Roscommon GAA recently”. “Yeah we had a great season with Roscommon GAA,” Thomas added, “we had ups and downs and everything else but look we progressed with them and hopefully we can go on. Maybe we’ll have a bit of that expertise at this year’s show and we can show people what the lads were eating”. Of course you don’t have to be an elite level athlete to reap the benefits of My Nutrition’s expertise and Jeeny and Thomas have promised they will endeavour to make tips easy to use for all those in attendance at this year’s Strokestown Show.

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Best wishes to Strokestown Show from Pictured at the recent launch of the Strokestown Show at The Percy French Hotel was Dog classes sponsor Michael O’Donnell (Emlagh Lodge vet) with Show Chairperson John O’Beirne and Martin Shiel (committee). Pic: Mary Regan

Principal of Scoil Mhuire, Strokestown, Eamonn Corrigan, pictured presenting sponsorship to Strokestown Show Chairperson John O’Beirne and Eamonn Holmes (committee). Pic: Mary Regan

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Members of the Irish Shorthorn Society pictured at the Strokestown Show launch in The Percy French Hotel recently (l-r): John Clarke, Michael Flanagan, John Mullooly and Sean Beirne (Show Secretary). Pic: Mary Regan

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Members of the Irish Angus Cattle Society pictured at the Strokestown Show launch in The Percy French Hotel recently. From left to right: Colin Duffy, Padraig O’Connor, Kevin Diffley, Patsy Keenan, John Farrell, Michael Flanagan and Oliver Flanagan. Pic: Mary Regan

“Spectacular” cattle at this year’s show  DAN DOONER

Chairperson John O’Beirne praised the representatives of Breed Societies present at the recent launch of the Strokestown Show and said breeds that people thought were on the verge of extinction 15 or 20 years ago were now thriving thanks to the hard work of those involved. He also provided a look ahead to what he described as “a spectacular Cattle Show”. “Once again we have a spectacular Cattle Show… starting with the Hereford section, one of the older breeds continuing to make a comeback. “We have the All-Ireland Irish Angus Finals with a prize fund of €10,000. We also have All-Ireland Finals in Shorthorn and Simmental. Limousin will have points awarded towards National Male and Female of 2018. “In the Commercial

Cattle section we once again have the €5,000 Sweeney family AllIreland Beef Bullock Championship; the €2,000 Greenvale Animal Feeds All-Ireland Beef Heifer Championship; and the €1,200 Hanly’s Hardware and Spar Supermarket All-Ireland Bull and Heifer Calf Class, which is sponsored by Percy Hanly and family. “Again we have the AllIreland Breeding Heifer, open to all Commercial Heifers. This is sponsored by the Sweeney family from Corrigeen, Strokestown with a prize fund of €1,800,” he said. During his address at the recent launch of the Strokestown Agricultural Show at The Percy French Hotel, Mr. O’Beirne also paid tribute to sponsors of the Cattle section, such as Noel Sweeney and family, Percy Hanly and family, and Greenvale Animal Feeds.

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Once again we have a spectacular Cattle Show…starting with the Hereford section, one of the older breeds continuing to make a comeback

Pictured at the launch of the Strokestown Show at The Percy French Hotel recently was Noel Sweeney, Strokestown, main sponsor of the All-Ireland Beef Bullock Championship presenting Show Chairperson John O’Beirne with sponsorship cheque. Pic: Mary Regan

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ELPHIN STREET, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON Pictured at the recent launch of the Strokestown Agricultural Show were Maureen and Percy Hanly presenting Show Chairperson John O’Beirne with sponsorship for the All-Ireland Calf Classes. Pic: Mary Regan

Pictured at the recent launch of the Strokestown Show in The Percy French Hotel was Kevin Graham (Greenvale Animal Feeds) presenting Tom Tighe (Strokestown Show Agri Agent) with sponsorship for the All-Ireland Beef Heifer Championship. Also in the picture are Cormac Dolan (Greenvale) and John O’Beirne (Strokestown Show Chairperson). Pic: Mary Regan

Top class Horse and Pony section Strokestown Show will once again play host to top class Horse and Pony sections and chairperson John O’Beirne provided a preview of what’s on offer when he addressed the recent show launch at The Percy French Hotel. “We have the Registered Irish Draught section. The first class

is the Draught Mare, in foal or with foal at foot, sponsored by the Rogers family. The winner will receive the Tom Rogers Cup. “The rest of the section is sponsored by the Callery Endowment Fund, including the highlight of the Sunday Show, The Strokestown Park Irish Draught Brood-

mare All-Ireland Championship with a prize fund of €2,500. This is part of a total of €4,000 sponsorship by the Callery family in this section. “We have Pony classes in Connemara, Welsh, Hunter and many other classes to try to cater for all breeds, including donkeys. We

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‘Open Brexit Low Cost Loan Scheme now’ ICMSA: ‘Farmers face massive cashﬂow pressures’ The ICMSA President, Pat McCormack, has added his voice to the calls for the Brexit Low Cost Loan Scheme for farmers announced by the Minister for Finance and Public Expenditure in Budget 2018 to be opened as quickly as possible given what he described as the “massive pressures” on farmers at present. Mr. McCormack said that a significant number of farmers are currently facing unprecedented financial stress owing, initially, to the late spring and then the summer drought which he said has added “thousands of

euro” to feed and fertiliser billsin particular. “Bills have mounted up over the course of 2018 and incomes will be slashed over the same period. Cashflow is now a massive issue for farmers and one that will only intensify as the year progresses. “These ‘low cost loans’ have to materialise quickly and must be made available at interest rates similar to the last scheme – but the emphasis has to be on rolling them out to those farmers who need them most urgently –and that could be a very significant number”.

John Devaney of Roscommon Credit Union presenting Cathal Lavin (Strokestown) with the Roscommon Credit Union Perpetual Trophy for ‘Best Texel Sheep’ at Roscommon Show.

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Heifers

Lim X 740kgs €1500, Lim X 755kgs €1370, Lim X 690kgs €1330, Lim X 725kgs €1320, Char X 730kgs €1150, Char X 640kgs €1140, ShX 615kgs €1030, HEX 590kgs €975, Lim X 670kgs €950, BBX 640kgs €1050.

Char X 725kgs €1750, Char X 655kgs €1680, Lim X 605kgs €1570, Lim 620kgs €1570, BAX 595kgs €1500, Lim X 560kgs €1430, 2 Lim 537kgs €1300, Lim X 500kgs €1345, AAX 565kgs €1130, ShX 510kgs €1125, Char X 470kgs €1240, 3 Lim X 480kgs €1100.

Bullocks Char X 785kgs €1750, Char X 770kgs €1700, 5 Char X 554kgs €1590, 3 Char X 573kgs €1480, Lim 655kgs €1495, 2 Lim X 692kgs €1490, Simm X 670kgs €1510, 2 Lim X 530kgs €1470, 3 Lim X 565kgs €1410, AAX 660kgs €1400, 2 Simm X 592kgs €1385, 3 Char X 568kgs €1300, Char X 495kgs €1300, 3 Char X 468kgs €1220, 4 Lim X 505kgs €1275, Char X 475kgs €1200, 2 Char X 460kgs €1200.

Finished lambs 52kgs €104, 47.4kgs €102, 51kgs €101, 47.5kgs €100, 48.9kgs €98.

Ewe lambs 41.6kgs €100.5, 43.1kgs €100.

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Manager’s report… Brendan Egan, Castlerea Mart “Bigger numbers of stock presented for sale this week, and the store trade for both bullocks and heifers is holding firm with good demand on offer in both rings. “Weanling numbers are increasing also with good demand for the quality lots while plainer quality weanlings are experiencing a harder sell. The cull cow trade is holding firm also with trade best for the forward lots. “Cows with calves at foot made form €1030 to €1390 per head with springers making from €980 to €1360 per head. Young calves made from €100 to €325 per head, with runners making from €290 to €580 for the continental lots. “While breeding stock and runners reported good clearances, buyers are becoming more selective with a variance between the plainer lots and the quality stock. “Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (30th) with our usual sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves, runners and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am”.

Manager’s report… Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There was a large entry of excellent quality stock on offer at last Friday’s sale. There was a much improved trade all-round with a good attendance of customers and a very high clearance of lots. “Prices for bullocks ranged from an average of €2.35 per kilo up to €2.87. Heifers averaged from €2.31 up to €3.07 per kilo. Dry cows fetched from €1.72 per kilo up to €2.03 per kilo. “This Friday (31st), the mart will host its usual sale for bullocks, heifers and dry cows at 11 am. On Friday, September 7th Roscommon Mart will host a fall/autumn special sale of bullocks as well as heifers and dry cows. Bookings accepted up to 5 pm today (30th). “Dates for your diary in September include the weanling show and sale of 2018 calves on Tuesday, September 4th with bookings accepted up to 5 pm today. Also, a show and sale of lambs will take place on Wednesday, September 5th. “There were similar numbers on offer at the sheep sale this week. Prices for finished lambs peaked at €104 for 52kgs while store lambs fetched up to €90 and ewe lambs made up to €100.50. There was a similar trade for cast ewes with prices ranging from €30 up to €128. “Sales continue each Wednesday at 11 am for lambs and cast ewes. There will be a breeding ewes and hoggets sale this Saturday (1st) at 11 am and a show of pedigree Lleyn sheep at 11.30 am with sale at 1 pm”.

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Ch 465kgs €1260, Lmx 445kgs €1150, Ch 410kgs €1200, Lm 540kgs €1350, AA 520kgs €1155, BBx 560kgs €1460, Lm 600kgs €1420, Ch 620kgs €1395, Chx 650kgs €1450.

Ch 900kgs €1770, Lm 750kgs €1565, Lm 730kgs €1485, Lm 710kgs €1395, Lm 660kgs €1360.

Heifers Lmx 420kgs €1150, Ch 405kgs €1105, Lm 420kgs €1000, Ch 490kgs €1175, Ch 490kgs €1175, Ch 450kgs €1160, Lm 600kgs €1545, Lm 575kgs €1465, Lm 410kgs €1430.

Weanling bulls Ch 285kgs €850, Lm 275kgs €750, Lm 445kgs €1175, Lm 430kgs €1150, Lm 455kgs €1115, Ch 295kgs €835.

Weanling heifers Lm 240kgs €635, Lm 360kgs €970, Ch 370kgs €840, Lm 320kgs €830, Lm 300kgs €790.

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Luke Hanley, Fuerty, pictured with ‘Charlie’ at Roscommon Show. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin

Sally Towey with Conor, Tara and Lorna Bailey, Ballintubber, pictured at Roscommon Show. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin

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- Fall/Autumn Show & Sale of Weanlings Tuesday, September 4th at 5 p.m. Gates open at 1 p.m. Judging at 3 p.m. – 2 Sales Rings Show Weanlings must be born in 2018 in exhibitors own herd Bookings accepted up to 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 30th -----------------------Prizes 1st: €100, 2nd: €65, 3rd: €40 Class 1: Best Bull Weanling Class 2: Best Two Bull Weanlings Class 3: Best Heifer Weanling Class 4: Best Pen of Heifer Weanlings (Minimum of 4 Maximum of 8) Champion Weanling of Show The Pat Neilan Memorial Cup (kindly sponsored by the Society’s Auctioneer) & €200 ------------------------

Lambs & Cast Ewes - Each Wednesday at 11 a.m. Ewe Lambs will be sold separately -----------------------Deirdre Keegan presenting the Paddy Walsh Champion Young Horse trophy to Liam Lynskey, Swinford, at Roscommon Show. Also in picture: Neil Henry, Ballymote, judge; Fr. Christy McCormack (judge) and Sharon Mannion. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin

Show & Sale of Lambs Wednesday, September 5th at 11 a.m. Gates open at 7.30 a.m. Sponsored by Paddy Coffey & Sons, Lecarrow, Roscommon Class 1: Best Pen of 10 or more Store Lambs Class 2: Best pen of 10 or more Ewe Lambs suitable for Breeding Class 3: Best pen of 10 or more Finished Lambs Prizes: €100, 2nd: €65, 3rd: €40, Special Prize for the Exhibitor of the Best Pen of Galway/ Roscommon Ewe Lambs Sellers are advised to have their Ewe Lambs electronically tagged The Phelim Kerin Perpetual Cup (kindly sponsored by the Society’s Auctioneers) will be awarded to the Winner of the Champion Pen of Lambs ------------------------

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

Cllr. Laurence Fallon who was chief announcer in the cattle section, pictured amongst an array of silverware at Roscommon Show. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin Liam Mahon junior and senior, Frenchpark, with the Aldi Bull Calf Qualifier at Roscommon Show. Also in picture are: Cllr. Laurence Fallon, James Gleeson and Oliver Flanagan. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin

Pedigree Lleyn Sheep Show & Sale Saturday, September 1st – Show 11.30 a.m. Sale at 1 pm. -----------------------Thursday, August 30th (Ring 1) 7 to 9 p.m.

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Micheál and Magdaleina Hughes, Claregalway, with their Polish hunting hound at Roscommon Show. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin

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A Slimming World Special

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Sandra’s story

‘It’s an honour to help people change their lives…

The adventure has just begun… let it be swimming in the sea, exploring the streets of different countries, getting fit, wearing short sleeve t-shirts, becoming a Slimming World consultant; life has changed and I have found my happy place. I’ve found the balance and I love it! Four and a half stone lighter, my journey took a year and a half. Before joining Slimming World I was 25 years of age, struggling to take part in activities…any fitness workout, shopping trips with the girls and holidays considered a big no no! Inside, I was breaking slowly. I was out shopping on my own one day – as I did not have the confidence to go with anyone. I needed a dress for a wedding; size 18 was the only dress that would fit. I fell apart that day. I knew something had to change. I found my local Slimming World group on Facebook. This was the best choice I have ever made. Don’t get me wrong… walking through the doors, standing on the scales – which I had not done in years – was emotional, to say the least! I lost four and a half pounds in the first week and I was certainly delighted. Our group was like a

Following on from the relaunch of Slimming World Castlerea on the 4th of April this year, local woman Trish Keegan is delighted with this success story! Several members have reached their target, allowing them to attend weekly classes for free! Last week, the Woman of the Year competition was held, amidst great excitement. Suzie Burchill has lost a total of three stone and three pounds and is just another three pounds from achieving her dream target weight. In the 7.30 pm group, Jessica Waldron was crowned Woman of the Year, having lost three stone and eight pounds in under eleven months. A proud Jessica says she is “delighted” with her results to date and is motivated to keep losing weight now. Previous man of the year winner Jeff Perkins has just reached his target weight, losing five stone in under ten months. Some members have achieved over two and a half stone weight loss since April, and in total Castlerea members have lost one hundred and twenty seven stone. Trish said that it is “an honour and a privilege to be supporting people to improve their overall health and wellbeing and reach a healthy BMI”. Trish would like to encourage anybody that has weight to lose to join their local Slimming World group. You can follow Slimming World Casterea on Facebook and @slimming_world_castlerea for special offers and motivational tips and updates. Call Trish on 087-8581325 for more info.

little family. The tips and recipes exchanged were life-savers. The plan includes pasta, rice and spuds! From the bottom of my heart, can I say that this is not a diet, it’s a way of life. Since losing the weight, the sky’s the limit…Vietnam with the girls, getting fit, shopping, running for fun…not just when you’re after cattle! My slimming success has led

to me starting my own business. When I heard about becoming a Slimming World consultant I jumped at the opportunity. I am thrilled to be relaunching Slimming World in Strokestown on the 4th of September with two groups – at 5.30 pm & 7.30 pm – in Strokestown Community & Sports Centre. Call me (Sandra) on 087-4552729.

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In the 7.30 pm group, Jessica Waldron (right) was crowned Woman of the Year, having lost three stone and eight pounds in under eleven months. Jessica is pictured with Trish Keegan.

Helping Roscommon slimmers stay slim for life! A weight-loss expert from Roscommon is excited to help more people lose weight and keep it off for life thanks to a new initiative to support slimmers who’ve reached their target weight. Slimming World conducted a survey of 4,774 successful slimmers. The national survey found slimmers are more than twice as likely to describe losing weight as ‘easy’ compared to maintaining weight. Tracy, who runs the Gleeson’s Slimming World groups, says people who find maintaining weight loss challenging aren’t alone. The successful slimmers surveyed, who have all reached their target weight with Slimming World, found that while more than half of respondents (59%) described losing weight as ‘very easy’ or ‘easy’, fewer than one in four (23%) said maintaining their new slim weight was ‘very easy’ or ‘easy’. Lacking confidence in what to eat to maintain their weight (49%), missing seeing results on the scales each week (40%), and no longer receiving rewards or recognition for their weight loss (34%) were the most common reasons given for finding weight-loss maintenance challenging. Slimming World’s new initiative for target members addresses all of these challenges and aims to help make weight loss maintenance easier. It includes a new Slim for Life plan to help target members to adapt their diet to maintain weight rather than continue to lose. The plan, which is designed to be personalised by slimmers, gives members the option of three routes depending on their rate of weight loss and introduces members to the concept of Savvy Syns – Syns are food and drink that isn’t counted as free on the Slimming World plan. The survey found that sustainability is important to slimmers, with eight out of 10 (84%) saying

they joined Slimming World to change their habits for the long-term. Finding strategies to stay motivated is also key, with six in 10 (58%) members saying they find reminding themselves how far they’ve come helps them to stay on track, while more than half of respondents (54%) use the support of other slimmers for ideas and motivation, and (50%) report occasionally going ‘back to basics’ by keeping a food diary recording everything they eat helps. * To find out more about the Gleeson’s Roscommon Slimming World group that runs every Wednesday at 9.30 am and 7 pm, call Tracy on 086-3891600 – or visit www.slimmingworld. co.uk to find your nearest group.

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Jimmy Osmond tells the PEOPLE about his Irish tour tribute to Andy Williams ‘Little Jimmy Osmond’, chatting exclusively to the Roscommon People, tells us how he’s all grown up, but still livin’ the dream!  MIRIAM KERINS

Jimmy on stage in Limerick and Dublin Jimmy Osmond presents ‘The official Andy Williams Celebration Show: MOON RIVER AND ME…A TRIBUTE TO ANDY WILLIAMS’ in the Lime Tree Theatre, Limerick on Friday, 7th of September 2018 and in The Helix DCU Campus, Dublin on Saturday, 8th of September 2018. (Tickets on sale now).

ollowing a fantastic Roscommon summer, what’s next? Well, as the frantic covering of school books has been completed, the uniforms have been ironed and the kiddies, having returned to school, are getting back into a routine, it’s time for us grown-ups to enjoy the magic that is autumn. Now I don’t know about you readers, but autumn usually involves a fair bit of reflection on my part, and there’s nothing I love more than sitting in my window, glass of Merlot in hand, and, through the soft, glorious light of a Roscommon skyline, reflecting on times past. Well that’s exactly what happened to me last week when, out of the blue, I was offered an exclusive interview with one of my ‘teen-hood’ idols, Jimmy Osmond. Okay, to be honest, his big bro Donny was the object of my stalkings, sorry affections, (they never proved a thing), and, as I’d already netted the exclusive with my heartthrob (it’s a ‘70s term, ask yer mammy), when he played Dublin’s Point Theatre in the noughties, it was with absolute delight that I was honoured to accept Jimmy’s kind invitation to chat about his new venture – where he pays tribute to his ‘buddy’ and mentor, the late, great Mr. Andy Williams. So, on behalf of you, our lovely readers, many of whom I’ve no doubt will be keen to attend either of Jimmy’s walkdown-memory-lane type shows, I bit the bullet and dialled his ‘cell phone’ in Utah, USA. Yep, hubby will be so thrilled when the bill arrives! (At this point I’ll add, in accordance with GDPR guidelines, that I deleted his number following our chat…but you still have mine Jimmy, so, call me!). Of course, the more mature Rossies among you will remember little Jimmy Osmond as the baby of the all-singing, all-dancing (squeaky clean, with molars to die for), Osmond family whose ‘scouse’ themed, albeit cheesy little ditty ‘Long Haired Lover from Liverpool,’ was a huge chart success back in 1972, claiming the coveted Christmas

number one slot. Now 55 years old and celebrating over 50 years in showbiz, Jimmy is as bubbly and friendly as ever. “I never grew up. I’m still little Jimmy Osmond, it’s so much fun to do what you love for so many years. It’s not like work!” says the pop idol who credits Williams himself with providing him with the inspiration to take this new show ‘Moon River and Me,’ on the road. “Actually there was a DVD due to be released before Andy passed away. He wanted to be remembered for his music and he picked his favourite songs and the people he performed them with, and I first performed with Andy on his show at age three. My brothers were discovered by Walt Disney and Andy and his dad saw them and invited them to be on his show and I joined them all when I was three, and it’s been a fairytale ride ever since. I just love what I do”. It was following Andy’s death (in 2012), that Jimmy, determined to maintain his good friend’s legacy, was delighted to be given the Williams’ family’s blessing to showcase their legendary father’s long and illustrious career through this colourful, interactive production. “His children here in the States gave me the rights to Andy’s footage. I bring a big digital screen along with me too, and it shows some of Andy’s friends – which included Elvis and the Kennedys –people don’t actually get it until you show them on the screen”. Osmond is hoping to appeal to a crosssection of fans, from more mature ones like me who’ll remember him from the decade that fashion forgot, (aka the ‘70s), to youngsters who’ll recognise him from certain reality TV shows. “People remember me,” says Jimmy with what sounds like sincere shock and modesty, adding: “They remember me from the olden days and younger ones know me from I’m a Celebrity get me out of Here!, and from playing Teen Angel on stage in Grease, and Billy Flynn in Chicago, and it’s so great to make that connection”. Relaxing into our cosy little chat, and settling into my best diplomatic envoy

role of always promoting fabulous Roscommon, I felt it my duty to turn the topic towards our fair county and asked Jimmy if himself and wife Michelle had ever visited here? “No, but I’d love to visit next time I’m in Ireland if everyone’s as friendly as you. I’ve been to Dublin and Belfast and I drove around a little, but I look forward to visiting Roscommon soon. I have never performed there. I’d like to get over and perform there,” enthuses Jimmy after I tell him what a wonderful facility we have in our Roscommon Arts Centre. The dad of four, who is an advocate for children’s literacy in the US, also tells me his daughter Sophia (24) will be making the journey to our Emerald Isle to join him on stage. “Sophia, who is beautiful like her mother, has recorded with me in the past, and she is the only family member coming with me on this occasion”. Explaining how he proudly once “gigged” with Frank Sinatra, Jimmy reveals how he also had the pleasure or performing a duet with the crooner’s eldest daughter, Nancy. “I sang ‘Something Stupid’ with Nancy and my daughter Sophia and I recorded it years later. We played it for Nancy and she loved it, so we put it on the album”. As well as daughter Sophia, Jimmy and Michele have three other children; Zack, Arthur and Bella, who all share their Utah home with the family’s “two sheep and a Maltese puppy”. An award-winning producer for the BBC, PBS, ABC and The Disney Channel), the devout Mormon is the ‘owner’ of what was the biggest selling single of the year, (in 1972), spending a staggering 27 weeks in the charts, catapulting the then little Jimmy O into the Guinness Book of Records as being the youngest person ever to top the UK charts, (a record, I believe, he still holds today)! We wish Jimmy well on his tour and we’re sure Roscommon show-goers who make the trip to either Limerick or Dublin will be left screaming for more.

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WeekendPeople SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION Today’s Gospel casts Jesus in a prophetic light, as one having authority to interpret God’s law. Jesus’ quotation from Isaiah today is ironic (see Isaiah 29:13). In observing the law, the Pharisees honor God by ensuring that nothing unclean passes their lips. In this, however, they’ve turned the law inside out, making it a matter of simply performing certain external actions. The gift of the law, which we hear God giving to Israel in today’s First Reading, is fulfilled in Jesus’ Gospel, which shows us the law’s true meaning and purpose (see Matthew 5:17). The law, fulfilled in the Gospel, is meant to form our hearts, to make us pure, able to live in the Lord’s presence. The law was given that we might live and enter into the inheritance promised to us – the kingdom of God, eternal life. Israel, by its observance of the law, was meant to be an example to surrounding nations. As James tells us in today’s Epistle, the Gospel was given to us that we might have new birth by the Word of truth. By living the Word we’ve received, we’re to be examples of God’s wisdom to those around us, the “first fruits” of a new humanity. This means we must be “doers” of the Word, not merely hearers of it. As we sing in today’s Psalm and hear again in today’s Epistle, we must work for justice, taking care of our brothers and sisters, and living by the truth God has placed in our hearts. The Word given to us is a perfect gift. We should not add to it through vain and needless devotions. Nor should we subtract from it by picking and choosing which of His laws to honor. “Hear me,” Jesus says in today’s Gospel. Today, we’re called to examine our relationship to God’s law. Is the practice of our religion a pure listening to Jesus, a humble welcoming of the Word planted in us and able to save our souls? Or are we only paying lip service? – Scott Hahn Ph.D., www. salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)

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Won over by Pope Francis…and a visit that may help ease hurt

Pictured at Knock Shrine last Sunday at the visit of Pope Francis.

It’s about 11 am on Sunday morning, and I’m tucking into a slightly late full Irish, complete with a good bit of Kelly’s (Newport) award-winning white pudding. It’s late because I’ve spent an hour and a half looking at Pope Francis’ visit to Knock Shrine. I have to say that I found it all thoroughly enjoyable and strangely moving. I won’t deny that I was only a little lukewarm about the Papal visit, and unlike in 1979, when we couldn’t wait to go to see Pope John 11, the truth is that it never crossed my mind to look for tickets to either the Phoenix Park or Knock. And so it was with only minor interest that I tuned in to see the proceedings in the Mayo village. However, from the moment Pope Francis came down from the Aer Lingus plane, and interacted so well with everyone who came to greet

him at Ireland West Airport, I greatly warmed to him. Indeed I began to regret that I hadn’t made the effort to go to the Marian Shrine to see him. Despite the rain, pictures from the shrine itself showed everyone to be in high good humour, which was some achievement given the early start everyone had to make to get to Knock in time. All we could see were happy smiling faces, and it was obvious that the Pope was going to receive a really warm West of Ireland welcome. Probably the most amazing part of the day’s events was the absolute total silence during the Pope’s minutes of silent reflection in the Apparition Chapel. It was just incredible – with the large numbers of children in the attendance – how they all managed to keep quiet. It was extraordinary. Now there has obviously been a lot of stuff going on around the Catho-

A memorable day at Ballintubber Abbey On Friday afternoon we found ourselves heading off to Ballintubber Abbey for the wedding of Michael O’Roarke, son of my local publicans, Mikeen and Carmel, to Anne Marie McDermott, from the West Roscommon village of Ballinagare. I have to admit that until Friday the only thing I knew about Ballintubber was that it was the home of the O’Connor brothers who play for Mayo, and that the even more famous Marcus Keane, formerly of the Bank of Ireland in Roscommon and Glenamaddy, lived there as well (and that it was somewhere outside Castlebar). We got to Claremorris, no problem, and hit across country towards the Abbey. Then, by some minor navigation error, we found ourselves going through the tiny village of Carnacon, home of ladies football’s most renowned player, Cora Staunton, and also home of the current All-Ireland club champions, Carnacon, who for some reason have

fallen foul of the Mayo County Board and are banned from all competition, and consequently are one of the most high profile clubs in the country at this present time. It was hard to believe as we passed through the tiny hamlet, that it could be the home to the All-Ireland champions, and hard as I tried I couldn’t see any sign of Cora. Later, in the pub in Ballintubber there was no-one inclined to cast any light on the reasons for the Carnacon expulsion. By now, we had discovered that Ballintubber Abbey is an absolute treasure and a beautiful wedding venue, and the ceremony, under the stewardship of Fr. Michael Donnelly, passed off without a hitch. A good few of us adjourned for a while to Curley’s pub across the road, where I have to say the craic was ninety. Then we headed to the Knockranny House Hotel in Westport. Everything about the reception was first class, and

from food to service to the band and their music, it could not have been bettered. My day was complete when Fr. Donnelly, having read of my efforts to get a young man for Anne Marie (not the bride… the Anne Marie from Tuam that I met last week who was looking for a 19 to 22 year old, with money and road frontage) appointed me matchmaker for the day. From what I could see, my services in that department were not required, but I have to sadly admit that, so far, no-one has come forward to answer Anne Marie’s request. I was told the other night that I could be the new Willy Daly, the famous Lisdoonvarna matchmaker, but even I have to confess I need to do a lot better. Anyway, it was a great day and all I can do is wish the newly-weds a long, happy life together, and the health to go with it, and heartiest congratulations to themselves and their respective parents.

lic Church. The hierarchy has been severely damaged, so clearly many abuse sufferers, in so many different guises, will have wanted more from Pope Francis’ visit than they got. However, on a personal level, as a somewhat disillusioned member of the Catholic Church, I thought the visit was well worthwhile, and maybe in time it might help to soften some of the hurt caused to so many innocent, vulnerable victims, hurt inflicted by those predators hiding behind the facade of religious authority. There can be no doubt that Catholicism and the Church face many obstacles in future, but equally the second ever trip to Ireland by a reigning Pontiff can only be a good thing, and I am glad it went off so well, even if the Phoenix Park crowd was a long way short of the half million predicted.

Annette’s reminder on summer sign-off…

I think I must be writing for the wrong newspaper (you probably do as well), as once again I am staying on Mayo matters… My good friend and amazing singer Annette Griffin tells me that the renowned Summer Cabaret is coming to a close in the McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris on Sept. 5th. The show features Roscommon legend Brendan Shine, Gerry Guthrie, fiddler Billy Condon, the McWilliam Park Irish dancers, comedian Frank Forde, and of course, Annette herself. Doors open at 8 pm sharp (show starts at 9 pm sharp) and admission is only €25. (More details on 0949378000). As someone who has seen this show a couple of times, I can recommend it. It’s a throwback to the great cabaret shows we associate with venues like Jury’s Hotel in Dublin, and this one’s right on your doorstep, so do not miss this opportunity to see some of Ireland’s top artists in the one venue on the one night.

And finally… Finally for this week, it’s full steam ahead with our own tickets (in Creggs) for the upcoming charity dance. So we hope to be knocking on your door soon – and thank you for your continuing support.

Till next week, Bye for now!

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Roscommon Races Monday 3rd September, 2018 First Race: 4.35pm • Last Race: 7.40pm

TOP CLASS RACING SPECIAL ADMISSION PRICE: Adults: €10.00. OAP/Students of just €5.00

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See you at Roscommon Races on Monday! Roscommon Racecourse stages its penultimate fixture of the year next Monday (September 3rd) with the first race off at 4.35 pm. The committee would like to thank the EBF, who are kindly sponsoring three races on the evening. In a statement, the committee said: “The good weather has been a help and a hindrance this summer and while it has been welcomed by tourists and racegoers alike, it was hard work getting enough water on the track to ensure nice ground. “The fast ground has held a lot of trainers up and there is an army of horses to run, as they have been waiting for kind ground. With that in mind, we’d anticipate that some good horses will run at Roscommon that evening. “The top yards were well represented here last week and we’d imagine that it will be more of the same here for our next fixture”. Overall it’s been a great year at Lenabane, as the committee acknowledges. “We’d like to thank our loyal racegoers who have turned up in their droves here all year. We would also like to thanks our sponsors, many of whom are local to the racecourse. “Hopefully we’ll have some good weather, as that always makes an evening at the races much more enjoyable”. There’s a special admission price of €10 for adults and €5 for OAPs/students. Also, attractive discounts on group bookings. Free admission in for children U-16. The Ros Special for €35 includes admission, a racecard, a two-course meal and a €10 betting voucher. There’s also a free bets competition on the racecard. Follow the Roscommon Racecourse on Facebook or log onto roscommonracecourse.ie for updates.

Logan Evans and Eoin Furlong pictured at Roscommon Races. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Teach Aisling report shows we’re still failing on mental health provision I want to raise a very important story, something which, in the hype surrounding Popemania, got conveniently buried last week. Now I’m sure the failure to notice this news item wasn’t intentional, but you see, not too far away from Knock, in Castlebar to be precise, a report concerning Teach Aisling, a HSErun mental health facility, revealed ‘the nurses’ station had closed blinds and there was no other way patients who were desperate for water could get their attention,’ with a ‘water ban being imposed as a “punishment” for challenging behaviour regarding one resident’. This tells me that some of those in key roles are still outrageously abusing and neglecting our most vulnerable. I find it highly alarming that there are citizens of this country who are living in such dire situations where they are not just at risk of being abused and neglected, but who are, due to their illnesses and their emotional fragility, easy prey. I also find it alarming that it’s happening on our very doorstep and that it occurred down the road, if you like, from where Pope Francis led the Angelus prayer at the Marian Shrine in Knock. In addition, I assume (but I’m not certain and have absolutely no proof), that some of this contemptible abuse possibly falls just short of what the law

would deem to be criminal behaviour, meaning the perpetrators may never be prosecuted by a court of law because, quite simply, their appalling actions will be characterised as being cases of gross misconduct. Now while I would stress that such serious incidents would remain rare across

The joyless doom-merchants are targeting our tipple! Well ladies, apparently we’re a load of boozy lushes! Yep, last week, a global study carried out by researchers at the University of Washington was published in the Lancet Medical Journal and shows that, when it comes to alcohol consumption, Irish women can drink men under the table. And, while this is not really something to be proud of, personally speaking, (and I’m no expert at drinking alcohol, nor am I medically trained), I think it’s a whole load of hype! You see, there’ll always be a few doommerchants desperate to spread pessimism among us and I’d be of the opinion, that, as someone who tries to follow a healthy eating plan, who tries to walk regularly and who has never had a cigarette or any other substance pass my lips, enjoying a bottle of wine while relaxing at home with the hubby and the fur babies at the weekend will do me more good than it’ll ever do me harm. Sure I nearly choked on my G&T when I read the study’s joyless and uncompromising recommendations that ‘the safest level of drinking is none’. Ah now here! Look, I don’t know about you ladies, but

I’m choosing to ignore these prophetsof-no-fun and instead take note of associate professor at Shandong University School of Public Health in China, Doctor Bo Xi’s 2017 report which found that research shows ‘that light-to-moderate drinking might have some protective effects against cardiovascular disease, while heavy drinking can lead to death’. There you have it. While there may well be no safe level of drinking, I believe there’s no safe level of doing anything! Look, even over-exercising can be risky. Didn’t the European Heart Journal study once suggest that ‘overdoing the fat-burning workout can also contribute to poor cardio health’? Now, as that revelation means no matter how much walking I do, I’m never gonna get that Baywatch bikini body, then I’m gonna need to drown my sorrows in a glass of vino. Sure technically it’s one of my five-a-day…. it’s fruit, for cryin’ out loud! On a serious note girls, please, always drink alcohol responsibly and in moderation, and never, ever drink and drive! Sláinte mhaith!

these HSE-run facilities, (which are, by and large of a high standard), nevertheless this latest report regarding Teach Aisling should raise many questions and, at the very least, reinforce the reality that a serious overhaul of our mental health care provisions needs to be established as a matter of urgency.

Trump in turmoil … what’s new? If I was in the business of dishing out advice, I’d be telling Sarah Huckabee Sanders to start looking for another job because the one she has doesn’t appear to have any visible future promotional prospects. In addition, I’d imagine having to stand up and face the media on an almost daily basis and spin a load of creative bull – refuting allegations made against her boss – won’t serve to improve her mental wellbeing, nor will it garner her many friend requests on FB. Look Sarah, I know Michael Cohen’s admission to two criminal violations of campaign finance law implicating the POTUS are still, as I write, allegations, however love, people don’t usually admit to crimes they didn’t commit, and people don’t usually tell lies under oath, especially when they know they’re facing jail time. So…here’s my advice; update your CV and distance yourself from a president who is clearly in turmoil and instead, let Mueller do his work and let him see his investigations through because if I were also in the business of placing bets, I’d bet, come the mid-term November elections your boss will realise the one key sentence contained in Cohen’s testimony regarding the alleged hush money payments, i.e. ‘For the principal purpose of influencing the elections’ is probably gonna be the one that seals his downfall…ya heard it here first folks!

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MARKET SQUARE, ROSCOMMON Monday 3rd September Music after the Races Back by popular demand

Paul Leavy We are now showing all Racing, Matches, Games, etc. on Sky SPORTS

Country music star Ciarán Rosney is set to perform at An Bóthar Rua this Saturday night (September 1st) as the curtain comes down on the 41st Elphin Agricultural Show. The Offaly native, who made his debut on the big band dance circuit in March of this year, released his new single ‘Remember Who You Are’ on July 27th and has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the industry. His new single is of course a follow-up to the smash hit single ‘Found’, which hit number one spot in Ireland. This was Ciarán’s second chart-topper following the success of his debut single ‘Hold Whatcha Got’. His third single, ‘Remember Who You Are’, is sure to be another crowd pleaser both on radio and on dance floors around the country. So, head along to An Bóthar Rua in Elphin this Saturday night as one of country music’s hottest properties performs chart-topping hits from 10 pm until late.

Telephone: 090 6626225 Saturday 1st September:

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Edel Ramburg (Judge of Best Dressed Hat competition) pictured with Orla Healy at Roscommon Races.

Jeff Hockley, Eileen O’Grady, Jane Gould and Elsie Hockley from Ballaghaderreen pictured at Roscommon Races.

Helen Fox and Mary Dunne pictured at Roscommon Races.

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Roscommon Races Pics: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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

BEER OF THE WEEK! JJ Harlows supporting Irish Micro Breweries i Georgia Geraghty and Gaby Compton pictured at Roscommon Races.

Gerard and Gerry Gill and Shane Fleming pictured at Roscommon Races. Gerry Gill sponsored the best turned out horse in each race.

Erin, Noah, Evie and Andrea McCausland pictured at Roscommon Races.

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Race Dance

The

Mike Denver set for Abbey Race Dance

Returns to the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon This Monday night September 3rd With a special double bill … Live dancing in the Ballroom from 10.30pm with the talk of the country

The Race Dance returns to the Abbey Hotel in Roscommon town next Monday (September 3rd) with a special double bill of music from 9 pm. There will be live dancing in the Abbey’s fabulous Ballroom from 10.30 pm with Irish Country music star Mike Denver and his band. Entertainment at the Roscommon town venue begins at 9 pm with live music in the bar from Seán Brennan. It’s a night of live music not to be missed!

PJ Hernon CD launch One of traditional music’s best-known accordion players has revisited one of his old recordings. PJ Hernon, veteran of the stage and studio, has remastered and reissued his album ‘The First House in Connacht’ which was originally brought out on cassette in 1984. The Connemara native has been resident in Gurteen, Co. Sligo for many years and has close associations with the Coleman Music Centre as well as with lots of the musical projects worked on there since its establishment. PJ’s remastered album is now available on CD and Noel Grogan from MidWest Radio will launch the CD this Thursday (30th) in Spells Bar, Ballaghaderreen at 9.30 pm. There will be a live music performance on the night from PJ Hernon and his many guests.

MIKE DENVER + his band ...

Great reviews for Boyle actor Decadent Theatre Company from Galway is presenting Martin McDonagh’s play ‘A Skull in Connemara’ in The Olympia until Saturday, September 1st. The lead actor is Pat Shortt. There is a Roscommon connection through Boyle actor, Jarlath Tivnan. While Pat Shortt may be one of the country’s finest and unsung actors (see ‘Garage’) the tremendously energetic performance of Jarlath Tivnan has been exciting critics. While praising Pat Shortt’s restrained performance, the theatre critic of The Irish Times wrote: “…however, it is Tivnan who steals the show with his explosive energy as Martin, swinging between baffled simplicity and psychopathy as he drives the plot on. Scene Three, in which he and Mick smash the skulls of the recently exhumed, is performed with an irreverent joy that you will, surely, never see anywhere else again”. So, if you are from Boyle or its surrounds and live in the capital, a visit to this production is worthy of consideration – and maybe tell your friends too!

Tommy Cox, Gavin Tully and Carol Cox pictured in Cox’s Bar, Rooskey recently.

Live in the bar at 9pm it’s

SEAN BRENNAN Please note live dancing starts at 10.30pm …..

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Pictured at Harrison Coffee House on Saturday night last were 2018 Rose of Tralee Escorts and Roses who helped celebrate Eimear and Paul’s homecoming.

Pictured at Harrison Coffee House on Saturday night last were Andrew Reynolds, Roscommon Rose Eimear Reynolds and Rose of Tralee Escort of 2018 Paul Clabby.

Places ces & FaHomecoming for Eimear & Paul Harrison Coffee House Pictures: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at Harrison Coffee House on Saturday night last were Tommy and Patricia Mullaney, Paul Clabby, and Goretti and Edward Donnellan.

Pictured at Harrison Coffee House on Saturday night last were Finian Reynolds (Eimear’s father) and Michael Clabby (Paul’s father).

Pictured at Harrison Coffee House on Saturday night last were Yvonne Donohue, Roscommon Rose Centre, Paul Clabby, winner of 2018 Rose of Tralee Escort of the Year, Roscommon Rose Eimear Reynolds and Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council Cllr. Ivan Connaughton.

Pictured at Harrison Coffee House on Saturday night last was Roscommon Rose Eimear Reynolds with some of the 2018 Roses who travelled to Roscommon to celebrate her homecoming.

Pictured at Harrison Coffee House on Saturday night last were Louise Conneally-Dowd, Yvonne Donohue and Teresa Rowe.

Pictured at Harrison Coffee House on Saturday night last were PJ Moran, Annie Timothy, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, Tommy Mullaney and Sinead Clabby.

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Athleague farm achieves €805,000 at recent auction A residential farm in Athleague was sold for €805,000 under the hammer last week by Joint Agents Connaughton Auctioneers, Athleague, and Moran & Co., Ballygar. Comprising of a residence on c.126.40 acres just outside Athleague Village, the property was offered in one overall lot and four individual lots. In front of a large attendance, the property had an offer of €750,000 on the entire and a combined total of €785,000 in lots.

When the decision was made to sell in lots, a three-bedroomed residence on c.1.24 acres sold for €125,000, c.24.70 acres sold for €140,000, c.15.16 acres sold for €65,000 and c.85.30 acres sold for €475,000. Overall, the property achieved €805,000. Joint auctioneers David Moran and Ivan Connaughton stated: “We are delighted with the sale. A sale price in excess of the reserve was achieved. The substantial interest in the residence on c.1.24 acres confirms the improving con-

ditions in the residential market. The lands all front on to the River Suck and attracted a lot of local interest. “This clearly shows that agricultural land is much sought after by both local farmers and investors as the high demand for rental land is set to continue in 2019. We now require similar properties for disappointed underbidders”. Solicitor for the carriage of sale was Billy Brandon, Patrick J. Neilan Solicitors, Roscommon Town.

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION RESIDENCE ON c.91.39 ACRES

AT DONAMON,

CO. ROSCOMMON

Public Auction Friday 28th September 2018 @ 4pm In Kenny’s Rockfield Inn Public House, Oran F42 NR58 Prime residential farm comprising good quality lands and boglands located just off the Roscommon to Castlerea Road

€285,000 is asking price for landmark pub and residence  PAUL HEALY

Set out in lots as follows: Lot 1: Entire Property - Residence standing on c.91.39 Acres Lot 2: Residence on c.29.55 Acres at Cloonycolgan Lot 3: c.35.95 Acres at Clooncolgan & Arignagh Lot 4: c.7.09 Acres at Turksland Lot 5: c.0.91 Acres at Slieve & Corbally Lot 6: c.5.48 Acres boglands at Slieve & Corbally Lot 7: c.2.49 Acres boglands at Slieve & Corbally Lot 8: c.4.54 Acres boglands at Slieve & Corbally Lot 9: c.5.38 Acres boglands at Slieve & Corbally

Public Auction Friday 28th September 2018 @ 4pm For further details, maps & brochure contact Joint Selling Agents:

Tom Cox Auctioneers Tel: 071-9633260. PRSA 002176

Connaughton Auctioneers Tel: 090-6663700. PRSA 001350

Solicitors for the carriage of sale: Roddy McCrann Solicitor, Thomas V. McCrann Solicitors, Roscommon Tel: 090 -6626269 and McDermott, Creed & Martin Solicitors, Sligo Tel: 071-9142449

A landmark public house and residence, located within walking distance of the River Shannon, is sure to attract keen interest. Kelly’s Bar, in the heart of Lecarrow Village, is centrally located on the N61, just ten minutes’ drive from Roscommon and less than twenty minutes’ drive from Athlone. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-known and long established public house, together with four-bedroomed residence. €285,000 is the asking price for this property and there is little doubt that there will be significant interest in same. In terms of exterior features, there’s a large court-

yard to the rear with extensive out-buildings too. In terms of location, Kelly’s is within walking distance of the River Shannon and the newly-renovated marina at Lecarrow. It’s also close to Rindoon Castle and St. John’s Wood, indeed centrally located in what is a popular tourist area. Auctioner Joe Naughton says this prospective sale represents a great opportunity for entrepreneurs. “This property offers excellent potential to further develop the existing business” Joe told the Roscommon People. For further information/all enquiries, please contact Joe Naughton Auctioneer Ltd., 1, Golden Island, Athlone. Telephone: 090-6449090 or email info@joenaughton.ie, see www.joenaughton.ie

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Local knowledge, national reach Simple steps when selling your property… with REA Seamus Carthy 1. What information do we need? To give you the best possible advice we will need to visit the property and gather the following details: Photographs of property; Title – Freehold – Leasehold (Tenancy if relevant); Site plan; Confirm title, planning documents, certified maps; Review inventory; Discuss Energy Rating (BER Cert) Requirements. A BER Cert is simply an energy label for your home similar to that on electrical appliances. The label has a scale of A-G. A-rated homes are the most energy efficient and G the least efficient. Since 1st of January 2009 a BER Certificate is compulsory for all homes being offered for sale or lease/rent. We cannot advertise the property for sale without a BER Cert. 2. Agree asking price & value After our inspection we will advise you of the approximate value and possible asking price of your property.

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REA Seamus Carthy Roscommon town . T: 090 66 30001 • W: www.reacarthy.ie 3. Methods of sale There are three main methods of sale used when offering a property for sale. The options include Private Treaty, Public Auction and Tender, and whilst each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, we will discuss what is suitable for your property and we will advise you of our recommended option.

4. Contract Once we have agreed on the most appropriate method of sale based on the attributes of the property and taking due cognisance of your requirements and circumstances we will then discuss this with your Legal Representative to ensure everything is in order. 5. Professional Fee

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

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FRIDAY 7th SEPTEMBER by 3pm

FRIDAY 21st SEPTEMBER by 3pm

Four Bedroom Bungalow Residence at

c. 31.1 Acres At

HAWTHORN DRIVE, ROSCOMMON TOWN

RINNAGAN, LECARROW CO. ROSCOMMON

F42 W275

• c.17.3 Acres of excellent quality land with potential for building sites (subject to P.P) Price Region: €100,000 • 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 sough after area of Roscommon Town • Viewing highly recommended, by appointment only

FINAL OFFERS FRIDAY 7th SEPTEMBER by 3pm Viewing comes highly recommended, by appointment only To arrange a viewing contact the office on 090 6663700

• c.10.8 Acres of mature woodlands Located in world renowned “St. John’s Wood” Holds huge historical significance Price Region: €30,000 • c.3 Acres of excellent quality land with potential for building site (subject to P.P) Price Region: €30,000 Located approximately 2 miles from Lecarrow village

FINAL OFFERS FRIDAY 21st SEPTEMBER by 3pm Enquires in confidence to the office 090 6667300

We will agree and confirm our sale fee plus VAT. The aforesaid fee is payable in the event of a successful sale. There will also be an additional listing/outlay cost for marketing. 6. Marketing Campaign We will provide a marketing campaign specifically tailored to your property that is effective and efficient and will include For Sale Sign within

the boundary of your property and uploads on the various websites and a colour brochure. We will also advise of discretionary optional extras for marketing your property. 7. Reporting We will keep you updated on interest shown in your property. We will also keep in contact with your solicitor during the campaign. Any queries/potential difficulties pertaining to Title/Boundaries/Planning will be brought to your attention. 8. Completion On securing an agreement on price we will then seek a Booking Deposit from the purchaser (subject to contract). Your solicitor and the purchaser’s solicitor will be informed accordingly. Contracts are then sent by your solicitor to the purchaser’s solicitor. Contracts are then signed and a full deposit of 10% is paid. A completion date is agreed and the transaction is finalised. Our fee plus VAT is payable on completion. Timing is everything and when it comes to selling your home, the time is now! Feel free to discuss your requirements with our sales team. Contact: REA Seamus Carthy, Goff Street, Roscommon Town. Tel: 090-6630001.

Overview of Roscommon residential property market in minutes Seamus Carthy, left, of REA Seamus Carthy provides a snapshot of the current residential property market in Co. Roscommon. Seamus advised that 2018 is performing strongly in terms of the number of properties sold. Although the market is still price sensitive he advised that if a strong marketing campaign is implemented properties will sell. There is still a lack of quality family homes coming to the market at present. Seamus provides a brief synopsis of the market which demonstrates where the market is currently at: • 727 residential sales in County Roscommon in 2017 To date there are 468 sales in County Roscommon – year on year uplift of 33% • The highest price for a one-off house to date is was €460,000 • Property prices increasing but location sensitive • The average price being paid in Roscommon is sub €200,000 • Reduced number of cash buyers • Reduced level of UK buyers due to Brexit and exchange rate Should you be considering selling your property, residential or commercial, Seamus would be delighted to talk to you confidentially. Please drop into our office in Roscommon Town or call 090-6630001.

FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY at Mount Pleasant, Strokestown,

Co. Roscommon

4 bedroomed dormer house in pristine condition throughout

The property is situated 2 ½ miles from Strokestown on the Strokestown to Roscommon Road and comprises: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sitting room, large kitchen, utility room, mature split level garden, garage & outhouses. Sale to include full contents. Price on application. -------------------------------------------------------------------FOR FURTHER ENQUIRIES, MAPS, INSPECTION CONTACT THE AUCTIONEER:

THOMAS J. COX Auctioneer, Valuer & Livestock Salesman Elphin Street, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. PSRA Licence: 002176 Tel: (071) 9633260 / (087) 2602909

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Frybrook House, Boyle, Roscommon, F52 AP6

14 The Rookery, Scramoge, Roscommon, F42CA2

85 Abbeyville, Galway Road, Roscommon, Roscommon, F42HY38

12 Residential Properties at Quay West, Cootehall, Roscommon, F52 DV2

Period property known as Frybrook House. An imposing five bay, 3 storey Georgian property steeped in history. The property is situated in a mature setting, sheltered by mature trees and shrubs and overlooking the River Boyle.

Luxurious Detached Family Home. The property is situated in a small, exclusive residential estate in Scramogue, Co. Roscommon. It has been completed to a very high standard, tastefully decorated and is in walk in condition.

A quality 3 bedroom semi detached home situated within the highly regarded Abbeyville Residential Estate, off the Galway road in Roscommon Town. Presented in good condition throughout.

This residential portfolio provides 12 houses comprising of 2 detached bungalows, 6 semi detached dormer bungalows and 4 semi detached houses. Situated in the scenic village of Cootehall.

SOLD

Rippley Lodge, Barley Harbour, Newtowncashel, Longford

Beech View, Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon

The Stone House Cafe, Bridge Street, 1 Cluain Dara, Strokestown Road, Ballyleague, Roscommon Boyle, Roscommon, F52KR52

3 bedroom home, set privately on landscaped lawns, ideally located in close proximity to the picturesque Lough Ree. Barley Harbour, a fine cut-stone harbour providing mooring for boats literally on the doorstep.

A most attractive 2 bedroom home presented in excellent condition and situated central to all amenities in the award winning village of Ballintubber.

This enchanting property is full of character and scenically located on the banks of the River Boyle. The property is conveniently located in the middle of Boyle Town and benefits from high volumes of passing trade.

SALE AGREED

A quality 4 Bedroom two-storey family home finished to a high specification throughout and presented in excellent decorative order. Considered a quality residential location situated within walking distance of all amenities.

SOLD

SALE AGREED

Lavagh, Rooskey, Roscommon, N41 C9D

Riverlodge, Castlecoote, Roscommon, F42 YR7

Cloverhill, Roscommon, Roscommon

Briarfield, Lisacul, Roscommon, F45RH96

An attractive traditional 4 bed country home with stables, extended and modernised and set in a most picturesque rural setting with panoramic views across the countryside and the River Shannon. The house and grounds extend to c. 1.8 acres.

Exceptional 4 bedroom detached residence offering beautiful views over the surrounding countryside, located in the scenic village of Castlecoote, 4 miles from Roscommon town. Balcony area to view the picturesque countryside.

A top quality 31 acre residential holding of land set out in one lot and considered renowned lands in the locality. Convenient to Roscommon Town (4.5 km), the said lands benefit from substantial investment over recent years.

A traditional Style cottage, renovated and extended, picturesquely set on an elevated site boasting quality outbuildings and 7.2 Acres of agricultural Land all surrounded by mature hedging, perfect for paddocks for example.

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Main Street, Roscommon Town, Co. Roscommon

Ballyconboy, Ballinagare, Castlerea, Roscommon, F45DV58

Ballinlough Village, Ballinlough, Co. Roscommon

Derrinturk, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon

REA Seamus Carthy recently agreed a long term lease to Insomnia Coffee Company.

A most attractive traditional style farmhouse set on a generous 0.7 acre mature site with outbuildings. Picturesquely set offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, a well presented 2 bedroom home.

High quality 4 bedroom detached dormer style family home attractively set in the village of Ballinlough, convenient to all amenities. Carefully maintained to the highest standard by its owners.

Detached 4 Bedroom Bungalow situated on a prime site, in the townland of Derrinturk, convenient to Roscommon Town. Comprising of a Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility, W.C, Bathroom and 4 Bedrooms (1 ensuite).

REA Seamus Carthy ROSCOMMON TOWN. T: 090 66 30001 â&#x20AC;˘ W: www.reacarthy.ie PSRA Licence No. 002782

If you are considering selling your property please contact Seamus Carthy confidentially at 090 663 0001/ info@reacarthy.ie or drop into our office in Roscommon Town

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JOE NAUGHTON AUCTIONEER Ltd. 1, Golden Island, Athlone. Athlone. Tel. 090 6449 090 www.joenaughton.e • info@joenaughton.ie

License No. 003252

Rinnagan, Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon F42EK83 • Comprises of a four bedroom two storey house. • 28 acres of high quality lands • Property can be sold in one or more lots. • 15 minutes’ drive from Athlone & Roscommon Town. Price: €350,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Cam, Brideswell, Athlone, Co. Roscommon N37 DXO2 • Exceptional 4 bedroom dormer • Standing on a ‘c’ 0.5 acre site • Property offers tranquil country • Excellent condition throughout. Price €290,000 BER – C2 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Purts, Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon N37 CX77 • Turn-key condition • 5 bedrooms 4 en suites • Large shed insulated with full power • Granny Flat measuring 20 x 18 Price: €350,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Purts, Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon N37 HC86 • Charming 2 bedroom thatch cottage • Stands on a ‘c’ 1.1 acres • Has planning permission for an extension • In need of refurbishment. Price €80,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

8 Greenhills, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon • Superb 5-bedroom dormer bungalow • Oil & solid fuel heating • PVC glazed windows • Offering spacious accommodation Price €195,000.00 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

1 Highfield Court, Arcadia, Athlone, Co. Westmeath N37RH31 • Superb 4 bedroom detached home • Much sought after location of Arcadia • Centre of the small development • Generous living accommodation. Price €330,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Curraghmore, Kiltoom, Athlone Co. Roscommon • Standing on .5 of an acre • Oil & Solid fuel heating • Large floored attic with stira • 4 bedrooms & 3 en suites Price €340,000

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What’s your home worth? REA Seamus Carthy have invaluable experience in selling property similar to yours. We are best placed to advise you on the most appropriate sales and marketing campaign for your property. If you are thinking of selling and would like a free sales appraisal please contact Seamus at our Roscommon Town office on 090-6630001 or email info@reacarthy.ie. September is traditionally a strong time for buyers so be prepared and get your free valuation now. Rest assured that this is a no obligation and completely confidential offer. Contact Seamus today!

New to the market: Stunning residence at Knockcroghery Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer new to the market a splendid luxury detached 2000 sq.ft. four-bedroomed residence with garage set in landscaped gardens at Dun Ard, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon. Accommodation includes – downstairs: kitchen/ dining room, living room, sitting room, utility, toilet and WHB, and hotpress. Upstairs: four bedrooms (one ensuite), large landing area and family bathroom. The property has many additional features such as Rayburn Range in kitchen, marble fireplaces, solid wooden floors throughout, master bedroom ensuite and walk-in wardrobe and fitted wardrobes in all bedrooms. The property boasts large outside space, with paved off-street parking to the front of the property and spectacular landscaped gardens with mature shrubbery to the rear, BBQ and patio area. This property is truly a spectacular family home and comes to the market in pristine condition. The property is located in a much sought after area in

Price slashed on commercial investment in Glenamaddy Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer to the market, for sale by private treaty, a commercial investment opportunity at Main Street, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway. This is a prime commercial unit with residential apartments in the heart of Glenamaddy town centre. The retail unit is currently being used as a butcher’s and cold store. There’s a mix of one and two bedroomed apartments. “We’ve slashed the price” Sean says, “and will sell to any offer in excess of €175,000”. For further details or to arrange a viewing please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@ eircom.net

Four-bedroomed residence in beautiful Ballyleague

Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer new to the market for sale by private treaty No. 26, Lough Ree Park, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon. The property comprises of a four-bedroomed dormer semi-detached residence located in the beautiful scenic village of Ballyleague. Accommodation consist of kitchen/dining room, sitting room, four bedroom, utility, toilet and WHB and family bathroom. Viewing is highly recommended with sole auctioneer. Offers in the region of €120,000 are invited. For further details please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@ eircom.net

Dun Ard housing estate in the centre of Knockcroghery village, located within 15 minutes’ drive of Athlone and 10 minutes’ drive of Roscommon Town. Viewing is highly recommended and this property has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Price on application. For further details please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net PSRA Licence No. 001821

Sean Naughton MIPAV

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

NEW TO THE MARKET FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY 13 DUN ARD, KNOCKCROGHERY, CO. ROSCOMMON 4 Bedroom 2000 Sqft Luxury Detached Residence with Garage

Viewing Highly Advised. Price on Application

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FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Investment Opportunity Prime Commercial/Residential Property

MAIN ST GLENAMADDY CO. GALWAY Prime Commercial Unit with Residential Apartments in heart of Glenamaddy Town Centre

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NEW TO THE MARKET FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Corgarve, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon 10 acres of fair quality land for sale at Corgarve, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon. Price on Application

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Circa 28 acres at

ROXBORO, ROSCOMMON The Lands are located less than 2 miles from Roscommon Town and can be sold in one or two lots to suit. For further details contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com LEGAL:- MR. PETER JONES, SOLICITOR, PETER H JONES SOLICITORS, GOFF STREET, ROSCOMMON. PH. 090 6626925 ----------------------------------------------------------------------

FOR SALE Circa 4 acres with excellent road frontage and the benefit of mains sewerage in the field at

THE WALK, ROSCOMMON The Lands are located approximately 1 mile from Roscommon Town Centre. This would be an ideal investment opportunity subject to planning permission being granted. For further details contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------

FOR SALE Large commercial building, formerly Mirabelle, consisting of 2 Commercial Units, a range of Stone Stores, and the benefit of a large yard with direct access onto Lanesboro Street and Castle Street

CASTLE STREET, ROSCOMMON

The Property also contains living accommodations comprising of 5 Bedrooms, Kitchen Cum Dining Room, Sitting Room, Living Room and a bathroom. The property has excellent development potential subject to planning permission being granted. The property Is located in a prominent location and is in excellent condition with extensive road frontage onto Castle Street. For further details contact the office on 090 6627003 For further details contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com

The Property is being offered for sale by Private Treaty or Public Auction at a later date. LEGAL: AILEEN GIBLIN, SOLICITOR, JACK DUNCAN & CO. SOLICITORS, THE SQUARE, BALLINASLOE, CO. GALWAY. TEL: 090 96468744

40 acres for sale in Frenchpark Hughes & Company have on offer this week at Frenchpark, Roscommon, circa 40 acres, most of which is planted. The lands are located a short distance off the main Frenchpark Road. Offers in excess of €150,000 are being considered. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

10 acres in Ballymurray area Hughes & Company, Abbey Street, Roscommon are offering for sale at Fearagh, Ballymurray, circa 10 acres of low-lying land with frontage onto the Hind River. Pat will accept offers in excess of €15,000 for these lands which are suitable for summer grazing. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

KILLEER, BALLINTUBBER, ROSCOMMON, CO. ROSCOMMON

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John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering superior quality three and four bedroomed luxury homes located at Carolan’s Court, Kilronan Castle, Ballyfarnon, Co. Roscommon. Prices from €119,500. John Earley says: “These spacious properties are presented for sale with fitted kitchen, fitted fireplace, fitted wardrobes and with bathrooms fitted and tiled”. John adds: “Every care and attention to detail has been given to providing a state-of-the-art property and a full fit-out package is available on request. Pur-

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A MOST ATTRACTIVE 3 B/R BUNGALOW RESIDENCE STANDING ON APPROX. 5 ACRES

chasers will have the benefit of two years’ membership of Kilronan Castle’s world class leisure centre”. Showhouse viewings are by appointment. For further details, please

contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579, log on to www.propertypartners.ie or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

Traditional cottage in Kilteevan area This week Hughes & Company have for sale at Cloonmore, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon, an attractive four-roomed traditional cottage in need of total refurbishment. It’s on a circa half-acre site. The residence is located approximately two miles from Portrun Bay. Offers in excess of €60,000 are being considered. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

Prime Hyde Court site new to the market at Earley’s John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering a prime building site of approx. 0.257 of an acre located at 28, Hyde Court, Ardsallaghbeg, Roscommon town. Price guide: €120,000. John describes this as “a highly attractive site in a renowned and much sought after residential location”. Site area of approx. 0.257 of an acre with the benefit of outline planning permission. This is one of the last remaining sites in this established and renowned development of Hyde Court. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and offers to sell. To arrange maps or for further details contact John Earley (FIPAV), Property

A most attractive 3 B/R bungalow residence standing on approx. 5 acres of quality lands. The said property is located in a select countryside location close to the village of Ballintubber and also benefits from a one storey derelict residence standing on same. The main residence is presented for sale in good condition throughout with spacious living accommodation. 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. Lot 2: Main residence standing on approx. 0.5 of an acre. Lot 3: Derelict residence standing on approx. 0.5 of an acre. Lot 4: Balance of lands only containing approx. 4 acres. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers for immediate sale. LEGAL: ANDRINA FAHY, MESSERS PATRICK J NEILAN & CO, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26245.

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A MOST ATTRACTIVE RESIDENTIAL HOLDING OF LANDS SET OUT IN LOTS CONTAINING APPROX. 52 ACRES A most attractive 3 B/R bungalow residence having been completely renovated and modernised in recent times together with approx. 52 acres in total. The said property can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate: Lot 1: The Entire. Lot 2: 3 B/R residence standing on approx. 4.2 acres. Lot 3: Approx. 11.3 acres with derelict residence standing thereon. Lot 4: Approx. 21.2 acres. Lot 5: Approx. 3.7 acres. Lot 6: Approx. 11.51 acres of boglands set out in 4 lots. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. BER: C3.

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Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log on to www.propertypartners.ie.

Properties required in Convent Court, Roscommon Property Partners Earley, Roscommon are this week seeking houses in Convent Court, Roscommon, for cash clients and disappointed underbidders. For further details or to arrange a consultation, please contact either John Earley (FIPAV) or David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 0906626579 or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

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An extremely attractive 3 bedroomed townhouse of c. 1,100 sq. ft. located adjacent to the town centre at Athlone Road comprising of a reception hallway, sitting room, living room, kitchen, utility, 3 bedrooms on the first floor and yardway at the rear. An ideal family house or investment property due to its location. LEGAL: MESSRS. REBECCA FINNERTY & CO. SOLICITORS, GOFF STREET, ROSCOMMON. 090 66 26528. BER: G.

At Curraghboy, Roscommon, Hughes and Company are confirming that they have already encountered a lot of interest in what they call “one of the finest farms to come on the market in recent years”. It consists of circa 130 acres and an old three-bedroomed farmhouse. The lands

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Business Jewellery student for Venice event Roscommon woman Lydia Clayton, a student at the Design & Crafts Council of Ireland Centre of Excellence in Jewellery & Goldsmithing, has been selected to participate in a major cultural exhibition Homo Faber which takes place in Venice, Italy from September 14th to 30th. Ms. Clayton is one of 12 graduates and students from the DCCoI Centres of Excellence in Ceramics and in Jewellery & Goldsmithing chosen for the Young Ambassadors programme, a unique joint educational and cultural initiative as part of Homo Faber.

Creed launches ACORNS for rural women in business The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed TD, has launched the latest cycle of ACORNS (Accelerating the Creation Of Rural Nascent Start-ups), the female entrepreneurship development initiative. Launching the latest call for applicants, Minister Creed said: “I am delighted to continue to provide support to this initiative through my Department’s Rural Innovation and Development Fund. This is a tremendous opportunity for rural-based female entrepreneurs and I urge them to apply to participate in this exciting initiative. “Each year, the participants give an overwhelming endorsement of the role ACORNS has played in supporting them to grow their business. Once again,

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Pictured at the launch of the Londis 7s All-Ireland Senior Football Sevens which takes place at Kilmacud Crokes GAA Club on Saturday, September 1st were: Johnny Magee, former Dublin player, Chris Barrett, 2017 Mayo All-Star with Phillip and Jim Casey from Casey’s Londis Roscommon, Conor Hayes, Londis Sales Director, and Joe McMahon, two-time All-Ireland winner with Tyrone.

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www.morrislohan.ie ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying for planning permission to extend dwelling house and all associated works at Ballagh Td., Kilrooskey, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Declan Collingsworth The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Irish Woodland Services and Consulting Ltd, intend applying to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for construction of a forestry road and entrance onto the public road for the thinning/extraction of timber to existing forestry and associated site development works at Church Hill Td, Cootehall, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Michael Hennessy Advanced Planning & Design Services Dorrary, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Roscommon Tel 086 1701549 This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing, on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by the planning authority.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Brian and Helen Nerney, intend applying to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for change of use of ground floor restaurant area to office space with associated ancillary accommodation at The Spool Factory, Patrick Street, Mocmoyne Td, Boyle, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Michael Hennessy Advanced Planning & Design Services Dorrary, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Roscommon Tel 086 1701549 This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing, on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by the planning authority.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, PJ Murtagh, intend to apply for retention permission to retain a dwelling house, a garage and fuel store along with connections to all ancillary site services and all other site works at Ballygate Td, Whitehall, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Murtagh Engineering Chartered Consulting Engineers, Tarmonbarry, Co Roscommon. Ph: (086) 3490965 www.murtaghltd.ie The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority 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 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 We Portrun Development Association CLG intend to apply for permission consequent on the grant of outline permission for development at this site Lackan Td, Roscommon. The development will consists of Boat Slipway and ancillary works at Lackan Td., Roscommon. Signed: Gerry Hanlon (Chairperson) The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission on behalf of Enda Hoban to construct an extension to an existing domestic garage and associated siteworks at 18 Ascaill Eoghain, Cruby Hill, Lisnamult Townland, Roscommon. Signed:Seamus Murray, Project Managers, Engineers & Surveyors. Castle St., Roscommon Ph: (087) 2222874 The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

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PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Pat Donoghue, intend to apply for planning permission to construct a new residential development of 78 no. units to include a creche facility at Monksland, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. The development will consist of 34 no two storey 3-bed semidetached dwellings, 32 no two storey 4-bed semi-detached dwellings, 3 no two storey 3-bed terraced units, 1 no two storey 4-bed detached dwelling, and 8 no two storey 2-bed apartments, along with associated site works and services to include provision for photovoltaic solar panels and electrical charging points for green energy vehicles throughout the site. Signed: Creative Design Group Architects Athlone 090 6400166 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, €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 I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission on behalf of Eric Treacy to construct a Sun Room to the side of an existing dwellinghouse, construct a domestic garage, close the existing site entrance and create a new site entrance on to the public road and associated siteworks at Ballyhubert, Scramogue, Co. Roscommon. Signed:Seamus Murray, Project Managers, Engineers & Surveyors. Castle St., Roscommon Ph: (087) 2222874 The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

SITUATIONS VACANT  RELIABLE LADY: Required to mind children in their own home 2/3 days a week 8.15am to 3.15pm. School pick up required. Kiltoom/Lecarrow area. Tel: 087 2434431  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED: Kind reliable childminder required to mind 2 children in children’s own home. Fluent English essential, flexibility is essential to accomodate Parent’s Shift Work. Tel: 087 6413688  FARMHAND: Position available for general farm hand, must have experience using tractors and farm machinery. Frenchpark area, experience essential. Tel: 086 3652765  REQUIRED: Sales Person for both Counter + Store. Full-time and Part-time positions available. Roscommon Town. Experience/Knowledge of computer sales would be desirable. Please send CVs to: Box No: 1174 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon and state which position you are applying for.  HACKNEY/TAXI DRIVER REQUIRED: Castlerea town. Tel: 086 8415523  CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE: Registered Childminder available in Ballygar town.Tel Liz: 089 7036054

SITUATIONS WANTED  MALE CARER AVAILABLE: To care for elderly person, part-time. FETAC Level 5 and Garda Vetted, kind and reliable. Box No: 1176c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon  PERSON AVAILABLE: For Kitchen work, Restaurant, Hotel, Canteen or general work in school. References available. Rooskey, Mohill, Carrick, Dromod etc. Box No: 1177c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon

TAXIS AND HACKNEYS

 GENT (40s): Would like to meet lady for fun times. Age/status unimportant. Total discretion assured and expected. Apply to Box No: 1178c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon. All replies answered.

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

PLASTERING SERVICE All aspects of Plastering ● Interior ● Exterior ● Domestic ● Commercial

Telephone

087 6395741

MATHS GRINDS Abbey Hotel, Roscommon Experienced Higher Level Teacher Outstanding results record Now enrolling for September

Tel: 086 2479829

TOMMY GILLIGAN

CABS

TELEPHONE: 086 8099 503

KELLY’S EYE Taxi and Minibus hire.

PHONE:

087 2727888 JOHN BEATTIE Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

086 2670670 BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Pete’s Cabs

Roscommon

Contact by phone/text:

Lorraine Beirne 086 3688302 EMAIL: roscommonmathsgrinds @gmail.com

 IRISH GRINDS: For Leaving Cert - Junior Cert, from experienced teacher. Tel: 087 2190748  INDIVIDUAL: Tution available in Maths and Irish to Leaving Cert higher level. Tel: 087 9960694  MATHEMATICS TUITION: Junior and Leaving Certificate, experienced education professional, oneto-one, Roscommon town. Please call, text or email for further information. Tel: 083 4843192 email: mariag21@eircom.net  GRINDS: Experienced Primary teacher available to give grinds in all curricular areas in students own home in the Roscommon area. Tel: 087 9900892

Leaving Cert Accounting Grinds Available from Mid-September Group classes ● Higher level students only ● No more than 10 per class ● Experienced teacher ● State Examiner ● Excellent Results Location: Roscommon Town Call now on: 086 8770651 Limited spaces available ●

TURF/FUEL/ FIREWOOD

– Contact –

Peter Lynch 086 8400002

Padraig Healy Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible

● Modern &

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RELATIONSHIP PLASTERING

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2018 SEASONED TURF

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

086 2437376  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

USEFUL SERVICES

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS: WASHING MACHINE, REPAIRS, DISHWASHER REPAIRS, OVEN AND TUMBLE DRYER REPAIRS Contact Paul on 086 0538977 087 4046478 www.appliance-repairs.ie  SEMI-RETIRD WINDOW ENGINEER: Available for window repairs, door locks, reseals, adjustments, replacement units Telephone Nick: 089 2350108

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

TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815 Do you have a house or shed that you want cleaned out and all unwanted items removed? If so ring: 087 9657933 or 090 6626752

086 2721812 (All areas)  FOR SALE: Large lorry loads of turf. Screened and delivered. Orders for this year’s turf taken now. Tel: 086 7236301  FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Dry seasoned hardwood, Ash and Beech, stored indoors, free delivery within a 25 mile radius of Roscommon. Tel: 086 2437376

Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business

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

087 9131664  ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE: Safe Electric Registered. Domestic and Industrial, All work considered - No Job too small. PH. Paul 086 2553153 or 090 666 3053 or Email p0862553153@gmail.com.  HANDYMAN AVAILABLE: Indoor and outdoor painting, power washing, garden fencing erected, hedge cutting, general maintenance, no job too small. Tel: 086 0815802  SHANE NAUGHTON ROOFING CONTRACTOR Roofing, slating, tiling, 1st and 2nd fixing and flooring. All aspects of carpentry and building undertaken. Tel: 086 3155329.

CRASH REPAIRS

CARPENTRY CARPENTRY

also Cattle Bedding Available Tel: Donal

USEFUL SERVICES

Honest, reliable Carpenter available for roofing and first fix work. New houses and extensions catered for also slating + PVC/Fascia/Soffit Contact: 087 2798704 ALL WORK GUARENTEED  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

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

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AtYourService CHIMNEY REPAIRS

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

WINDOWS/DOORS

CHIMNEY PROBLEMS SHOWROOM:

Racecourse Road, Roscommon

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

CATHAL DOOLEY 087 6579064

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

WE SUPPLY & FIT Double & Treble Glazed Windows & Doors, Patio Doors, French Doors, Porches and Conservatories WIDE RANGE OF COMPOSITE DOORS

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

Telephone: 090 66 33026 www.roscommonwindows.ie

BLINDS

FARMING

Dead & Worn-Out Animals Contact

JOHN GREENE BALLINASLOE

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

INSTALLATION

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

Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial Estate, Galway

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

CHIMNEY REPAIRS

091 768 768 info@ecowise.ie

www.ecowise.ie DRIVING LESSONS

ROSCOMMON Driving School 087 2295551 Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor

- 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

Mob: 086 Email:

info@athlonechimneyrepairs.ie

PUBLIC NOTICE

CLEANING

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

Contact David Martin on 087 9959417 uPVC WINDOW AND DOOR PARTS NOW IN STOCK TO SUIT ALL BRANDS • Handles • Hinges • Locks • Letter Boxes • Double Glazed Units supplied and fitted Fully insured

ROSCOMMON WINDOWS RACECOURSE ROAD, ROSCOMMON 090 66 33026

STEPHEN HOARE CLEANING SERVICES • ROSCOMMON • Carpets & Upholstery Cleaning • WINDOW CLEANING • POWER WASHING Fascias & Soffits • Gutters & Down pipes • Drive ways ‘paths and patios’ KEEN and COMPETITIVE PRICES

M: 086 3912396 PH: 090 66 62892 VETERINARY

Lisagallon, Cloverhill, Roscommon Eircode: F42 K243 Tel: 0906665555 Fax: 0906627653 • Digital X-Ray Facility • In house Blood Analysis • Small Animal Ultra-Sound • Gas Anaesthetic • Veterinary Kennel’s facility •24hrs Emergency Vet on call Clinic Hours: 2pm – 7pm Mon – Friday • Saturday Clinic 10am - 3pm Office Hours: 9am – 7pm Mon - Friday PLEASE CALL TO ARRANGE AN APPOINTMENT

CLEW BAY LOG HOUSES 4 Bed House from €70,000

Signed: Mahon Sweeney Solicitors for the Applicant Main Street Roscommon TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

To: The Chief Fire Officer, Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon Town To: The Secretary Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon Town

THE DISTRICT COURT LICENSING (IRELAND) ACT, 1833 (SECTION 6) INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT, 1960 (SECTION 29) NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER OF A LICENCE

Applicant: Maureen’s Foodstore Limited Take Notice that Peter Kenny as nominee of Maureen’s Foodstore Limited of Ballyforan, County Roscommon intend to apply to the annual licencing court to be held at Roscommon Court House on the 18th day of September 2018 at 10.30am for the TRANSFER to the Applicant of the off-licence attached to the premises known as Maureen’s Foodstore and situate at Ballyforan, County Roscommon in the Court Area and District aforesaid and heretofore licensed in the name of Peter Kenny. Dated the 28th day of August, 2018

CContact: GGerry M Monaghan h

E: gerrymonaghan1@eircom.net

Dated the 23rd day of August 2018

DISTRICT COURT AREA OF ROSCOMMON District No. 4

LOG HOUSES

TARMACADAM

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

TAKE NOTICE that an Application will be made by or on behalf of Thomas J. Grealy of Roscommon in the County of Roscommon to the District Justice at the District Court to be held at Roscommon on the 18th September 2018 for a Public Dancing Licence in the premises known as The Abbey Hotel situate in the Townland of Ballypheason Poor Law Electoral Division of Roscommon Urban Parish of Roscommon and County of Roscommon in accordance with the provisions of the Public Dance Halls Act 1935.

To: The Superintendent Garda Siochana Roscommon

Gerry Monaghan

PUBLIC DANCE HALLS ACT 1935 AND IN THE MATTER OF SECTION 24 OF THE FIRE SERVICES ACT 1981

To: District Court Clerk Government Building Golf Links Road Roscommon

TARMACADAM

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

THE DISTRICT COURT District Court Area of Roscommon District No. 4

2 Bed House from €25,000

3 Bed House from €35,000

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

Tel Brian on 098 42501 or 086 8478376

Signed: Mahon Sweeney Solicitors for the Applicant Main Street, Roscommon, County Roscommon To: The Superintendent An Garda Siochana Roscommon, County Roscommon To: The Chief Fire Office The Fire Station Roscommon Town County Roscommon And To: The District Court Clerk District Court Office Government Building, Golf Links Road, Roscommon.

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Appointments Bio Friendly Ltd. Loughglynn, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon T. 094 9880052 M. 086 6097200 E. info@biofriendly.ie W. www.biofriendly.ie

WANTED Service Agent to service Domestic Sewage Systems nationwide. Full training given. Email C.V. to info@biofriendly.ie

WE ARE HIRING Abbey Health & Fitness Roscommon We have an immediate vacancy for a Leisure Centre Attendant with Lifeguard & Swim Teacher Qualifications CVs to: breda@abbeyhotel.ie

Valetor Required

Have a vacancy for

VAN SALESMAN Please send CV to: admin@corribeggs.ie

Used Car Vehicle Coordinator Required

Audi Athlone

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Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities Be responsible for the condition of all new and used vehicles delivered to the group including cleanliness, documentation and keys.

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Prepare vehicles in line with PDI and Dealer requirements. Wash and valet cars in line with Dealer standard, ensure regular stocks. Maintain safe working practices and standards of the Dealer. Excellent communication & well organised.

• Ability to update relavant websites, (Carzone, Donedeal, etc.) • Ensuring forecourts are immaculately kept at all times.

Skills: • Candidates with a bright personality, solid work ethic.

Skills:

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Candidates with a bright personality, solid work ethic.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Excellent organisational and planning skills, with attention to detail.

• Possess good IT skills.

• Work well as part of a team.

• Keen interest in vehicles would be an advantage.

• Smart, professional appearance.

If you feel you posess the above attributes then please email your CV together with a cover letter to: mmoore@mmcs.ie Closing date for applications: Friday, 7th September.

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

Roscommon West Business Park Golf Links Road have vacancies for

Chef & Restaurant+Kitchen assistant 4/5 days per week Please call 086 3389921 after 5pm.

• Keen interest in vehicles and technology would be an advantage. if you feel you can sastify the above attributes please forward your letter of application together with your CV to mmoore@audiathlone.ie Closing Date: Friday, 7th September.

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

Part-time Bar Staff Wanted

To work in Public House in Roscommon Town. Minimum 2 years experience required

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES THANKSGIVINGS

Have an opening for

INSULATION INSTALLER Full Training provided ● ● Safe pass ● ● Truck License Essential ● ●

Email C.V. to

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Athlone (Prince of Wales) - Fri 14th Sept Limerick - Sat 16th September Dublin (P/T) (Green Isle) 22nd Sept Dublin (P/T) - Sat 23rdSat September Galway (Connacht Hotel) Fri 5th Oct Athlone (F/T) - Wed. 27th September Dublin T) (Green Isle) Wed 31st Oct Dublin (F/T) - Wed. 4th October Tutor: Tony Hynes MBS, B.Comm, FCIPD, FCILT, FIITD 28 Years Delivering Transport Management CPC

PUBLIC NOTICE REGISTRATION OF CLUBS ACTS, 1904 TO 1999 APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION District Court Area of Roscommon District No. 4 TOMMY GREALY JNR Applicant I, TOMMY GREALY JNR. of The Spinney, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon Secretary of Roscommon Golf Club whose premises are situate at Mote Park, Roscommon, County Roscommon in Court area and District aforesaid, hereby apply for a renewal of the Certificate of Registration of the above mentioned Club at the District Court to be held at Roscommon in the County of Roscommon on the 18th day of September 2018. The object of the said Club is “Golf Club”. I enclose the following documents:(a) A Certificate signed by two peace Commissioners (b) Two copies of the Club Rules (c) A List of the NAMES IN FULL (not initials) and addresses of the Officials and Committee of Management or Governing Body of the Club. (d) A list of the names of the members of the Club (e) The prescribed Court Fee. Dated the 24th day of August, 2018 Signed: TOMMY GREALY JNR., Secretary of the above Club Signed: Mahon Sweeney Club Solicitors, Roscommon To: The Registrar of Clubs, District Court Office, Roscommon AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit, You who make me see everything and showed me the way to reach my ideals, You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me, and you who are in all instances of my life with me. I want to thank You for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from You no matter how great the material desire may be. I want to be with You and my loved ones in Your Perpetual Glory. Amen. Mention your request. While making the request, promise to either publish this prayer of to circulate the favour. Say prayer for three days. After the third day, the request will be granted. M.K. UNFAILING NOVENA PRAYER TO ST. ANTHONY Oh Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore of you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so, you are the ‘Saint of Miracles’. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Publication promised for a great favour received. M.K. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. E.L. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. C.

COSTELLO Patrick 16 Circular Road, Roscommon. (17th Anniversary)

In loving memory of my dear father Patrick.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

DAVIS Agnes Carrabane, Derrane, Co. Roscommon 90th Birthday Occurs 29th August 2018

Remembering you is easy We do it everyday It’s just the pain of losing you That never goes away

Loved and remembered by Martina, Jimmy, Jude and Sinead. ~~~~~~~~~~~

COSTELLO Patrick Time goes by And life goes on But from our thoughts You are never gone

Loved and remembered by Noel, Kathey and family.

Loftus Luke Ballinagard Road, Roscommon. (30th Anniversary)

Your memories are so precious Your presence missed so much. You will always be remembered and missed by all of us. Our thoughts are always with you in a very special way Not just on your Birthday But every single day. No matter how life changes No matter what we do A special place within our hearts will always be with you.

Fondly remembered by all your loving family xxx

GILLERAN Patrick, Teresa and Gerry Late of Clooncraff, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon

KELLY Mary and Paddy

KELLY Nellie

Ballinleg, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon. (16th and 25th Anniversaries)

Feevaghmore, Dysart, Co. Roscommon (11th Anniversary) 8th September 2007

In loving memory of my parents. Mary who died on 26th August 2002. Paddy who died on 9th October 1993. Those who think of them today A little prayer to Jesus say

Always remembered by your son Paddy and daughter-inlaw Marion.

CONNAUGHTON Kathleen Coolatubber, Ballyforan, Co. Roscommon (23rd Anniversary)

Who passed away on the 3rd September 1988 This world is not my home I’m only passing through My treasures are stored up Some where beyond the blue.

In loving memory of Kathleen who died on September 2nd 1995. Will those who think of her today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

Fondly remembered by sons and daughters.

THANKSGIVINGS UNFAILING NOVENA PRAYER TO ST. ANTHONY Oh Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore of you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so, you are the ‘Saint of Miracles’. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Publication promised for a great favour received. E.L.

Gone from our lives But not from our thoughts

Fondly remembered by their loving family. Anniversary Mass in St. Joseph’s Church, Kilteevan on Sunday, 2nd September at 10 a.m.

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 own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. E.L.

No birthday card to send you, For there is no address, Only a beautiful garden where you have gone to rest. A day that’s filled with sadness, Returns to us today To mark the day you closed your eyes and quietly passed away. Nothing can dim The face we loved, Or the memory of your smile, The countless things you did for us, To make our lives worthwhile. Our hearts still ache with sadness, Our secret tears still flow, For what it meant to lose you No one will ever know.

Loved and remembered always, Denis, Marie, Teresa, Phyllis and Valerie. Anniversary Mass in Dysart Church on Friday, 31st August at 7.30 p.m.

Always remembered by her husband Tommy Joe, daughter Mary and family.

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES DOORLY Heather

DOLAN Evan

MURPHY Gerry

McDONNELL Michael

O’CONNOR Mary

GAVIGAN Kathleen

Ashbrook, Scramogue, Co. Roscommon. (9th Anniversary) Who passed away on August 28th 2009. R.I.P. R.I.P.

(2nd Anniversary) In loving memory of Evan Who passed away on 31st August 2016

In loving memory of Gerry Murphy, Ros-Ria, The Walk, Roscommon. Who passed away on 2nd September 2013. (5th Anniversary)

Radharc na Coille, Kilmovee, Co Mayo (6th Anniversary) Who died on 11th September, 2012

Tullaghan, Ballymurry, Co. Roscommon (4th Anniversary)

Cloonageera, Roscommon. (13th Anniversary)

MY DEAREST WIFE HEATHER Special memories keep you near, as time unfolds another year. Out of our lives you may be gone, but in our hearts you still live on. We ask the Lord above to wrap his arms around you. Will those who think of Heather today A little prayer to Jesus say.

Always remembered and sadly missed every single day, by your loving husband Micheal. XXXXX ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ MAMMY No words were ever written, No tears will every say How much we miss and love you Mammy, every single day.

Always thinking of you Mammy, love from Rachel and Rhona. XXXXX Anniversary Mass in Scramogue Church on Sunday, 2nd September at 10.30 a.m.

Nothing can dim the face we loved, The memory of your smile, The countless things you did for us, To make our lives worthwhile, And now your task is over, We long to let you know, How proud we are that you were ours, Because we loved you so.

Your loving parents, Robbie and Marian your brother Cian and sister Aoife. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ A beautiful memory, dearer than gold, Of a grandson whose worth can never be told. There’s a place in our hearts no one can fill, We miss you Evan and always will. Always in our thoughts, Forever in our hearts.

Loved and missed Granny and Grandad ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ There’s a Bridge of golden memories, From here to Heaven above, It brings you very close to us, It’s called the Bridge of Love. No-one knows the heartache, Of which your parting cost, So God in all His glory, Has gained what we have lost.

From Barbara, David and family ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

No more your face to look upon, Or your beautiful smile to see, Though deep inside my heart I know, You still reside with me. When the sun casts down its golden rays, That’s when I see your smile, Then rain drops fall just like my tears, And my heart aches for a while. A rainbow in the sky appears, With a beauty of its own, And on the breeze I hear your voice, It whispers you’re not alone.

Always loved Brenda xx ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ To us you were someone special, What more is there to say. Wishing with all our hearts That you were here today.

Always remembered Ailish ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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All-Ireland hopes shattered by Royals Roscommon’s Niamh Feeney and Meath’s Noreen Gallogly react at the final whistle of Saturday’s TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate semi-final at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Dooner’s weekend predictions The Roscommon & District Football League returns this weekend after summer break with some intriguing opening day fixtures!

Friday, August 31st Raftery’s Oakland Hotel Premier Division (8 pm) Castlerea Celtic v Ballymoe FC The hosts’ form in pre-season means they’re favourites ahead of this local derby. Prediction: Castlerea Celtic Kilkerrin United v Strokestown United Kilkerrin might have won Division 1 last year but runners-up Strokestown took points off them in both games. Prediction: Draw

Killeen Sports Grounds Division 2 (8 pm) Glen Celtic v Cloonfad United B Home win. Prediction: Glen Celtic Shiven Rovers B v Skyvalley Rovers B Shiven enjoyed the upper hand last season and that should continue. Prediction: Shiven Rovers B

Saturday, September 1st Raftery’s Oakland Hotel Premier Division (7.45 pm) Moore United v Ballinasloe Town Difficult opener for Ballinasloe but

The racing at Bellewstown this evening is over the sticks starting at 4.40 pm and on the level at Tipperary at 4.55 pm. Tomorrow, Down Royal stage a jumping meeting away at 4.35 pm and at the Curragh there is the first day of the Irish Cambridgeshire, meeting at 4.20 pm. Saturday features the Cambridgeshire along with three Group 3 races, The Flame of Tara, The Snow Fairy and Round Tower Stakes, away at 1.10 pm. There is no racing on Sunday due to the All-Ireland football final and Roscommon have an all-flat card on Monday, starting at 4.35 pm. John Gosden’s Stradivarius scooped the inaugural Weatherbys Hamilton Stayers’ Million bonus with a victory in the Lonsdale Cup at York last Friday completing a clean sweep of the series of 4 races including the Yorkshire Cup, Ascot Gold Cup and Goodwood Cup. He won by 1½l and 4½l from Count Octave and Ballymore’s Idaho. On Monday, Irish amateur jockey Finian Maguire won the Amateur Derby on the Peter Chapple-Hyam trained Medalla De Oro at Epsom. Jamie Codd also rode in the race finishing 5th on Je Suis Charlie.

Horses for Courses

Lenebane Preview Racing at Roscommon on Monday evening has seven flat races on the card is due off at 4.35 pm with a large entry. Racing opens with a 2-Y-O maiden over the minimum distance of 7f sponsored by Irish Stallion Farms EBF. The next two races are handicaps over

they should edge it. Prediction: Ballinasloe Town Shiven Rovers v Dysart FC The hosts will be confident of a fast start. Prediction: Shiven Rovers

Sunday, September 2nd Raftery’s Oakland Hotel Premier Division (12 pm) Cloonfad United v St. Peter’s FC The champions are under new management and there have been a few changes in personnel also but it should be the same old story here. Prediction: St. Peter’s FC

Skyvalley Rovers v Boyle Celtic Boyle had a disappointing debut season and will be hoping to challenge this year. Prediction: Boyle Celtic RDFL Norio’s Takeaway Division 1 (11 am unless stated) Ahascragh United v Rahara Rovers Rahara were pipped to the Division 2 title last year, but will be hopeful of starting with a result. Prediction: Draw Dunmore Town v CP Ajax The visitors will be slight favourites. Prediction: CP Ajax Moylough ’79 v Ballinasloe Town B Division 2 champions Moylough will

be confident of mixing it in Division 1. Prediction: Moylough ‘79 Ballaghaderreen FC v St. John’s Athletic. 12 pm The Lecarrow outfit looks the stronger of the two relegated sides. Prediction: St. John’s Athletic Killeen Sports Grounds Division 2 (11 am) Ballymoe FC B v Roscommon United New boys Ballymoe face a difficult start. Prediction: Roscommon United Manor United v St. Cuan’s United The two newcomers go head to head. Prediction: Manor United

7f for 3-Y-O’s. The EBF again sponsor the next two races, a fillies mdn for 3-Y-O’s + with followed by a fillies handicap both over 1m 2f. The penultimate race is a 3-Y-O+ apprentice race over 1m3f with racing closes with handicap over the same distance again for 3-Y-O+.

General News William Haggas’ star filly, winner of the Irish Derby and Yorkshire Oaks, Sea Of Class, will need to be supplemented if she is going to take her chance in the Prix de l’Arc at a cost of €120,000. Regular partner James Doyle has to shed 3lbs off his normal riding weight of 8st 12lb to ride the filly who is set to carry 8st 9lb. Cheltenham Gold Cupwinning trainer and shrewd punter Mick O’Toole has died aged 86. A top class dual purpose trainer he is best remembered winning the 1977 Gold Cup with Davy Lad ridden by the late Dessie Hughes and on the flat the 1979 two thousand guineas at the Curragh with Dickens Hill with Tony Murray aboard. But the horse that put him on the map in Ireland was the prolific winner named Lake Shore Drive, a filly who won the length and breath of the island. How many of you remember her? He retired from training in the 1990s but was seen on the circuit up to recently. He is survived by his wife Una, son and jockey’s agent Ciaran, and daughter and bloodstock agent Mags.

by Tom Red Erik, Teri, and Sara Botis and Kellie Cardwell pictured at Roscommon Races. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Conor Hayes, Maria Casey, Jim McCausland, Darina and Jim Casey and Annie Timothy pictured making a presentation to Sue Revins, trainer of Ace Combat, winner of the Londis sponsored race. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Competition Time Fiona O’Finn Thompson, Castlerea; Sean Mulvey, Athlone and Declan Dillon, Fuerty are going to Roscommon on Monday evening courtesy of Secretary Michael Finneran. Don’t forget to collect your tickets in the office in Abbey Street. Last chance to win tickets this year for Kilbeggan coming up on the 7th September and we have 3 pairs of tickets to give away. We want to know the name of the

horse who won the £1m bonus at York last Friday? Answers please on a postcard to The Roscommon People, Abbey Street Roscommon or by e-mail to tomred17@ gmail.com by 12 pm on Wednesday the 5th of September for Kilbeggan 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.

Dave Boylan, and Rosaleen and George McCourt pictured at Roscommon Races. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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A year of positives for Ladies football The Roscommon Ladies football team will not want to read this but maybe losing to Meath last Saturday at Dr. Hyde Park will stiffen their resolve to get back on the horse in 2019 and go at least one step further. Analysis of last Saturday’s semi-final against Meath is futile as Michael Finneran’s team were never in the hunt and there was little that could have been done to change the course of the game. But there are several positives to take out of the year including that Connacht title and those great championship wins against Sligo, Fermanagh, Meath and Laois. The experience gained by Roscommon’s young

team will be invaluable going forward and if they can target promotion in the league and another Connacht title for 2019 last Sunday’s game will be long forgotten. Michael Finneran has done a marvellous job coaching this team and hopefully he will be able to commit to the job again in 2019. Stability is needed as the team progresses. Just a comment on the day in general at Dr. Hyde Park, I have to say that I was very disappointed with the attendance. In fact, there were probably more at the Roscommon match than any of the three games that were played but there were not much more

Best wishes to Diarmuid and Frankie! My best wishes to two well-known GAA stalwarts who have had operations in the past week. Diarmuid Murtagh had a procedure on his eye at the end of last week and he will be out of action for a while as a result. He sustained the injury when he was accidentally struck by a ball while training for Roscommon for the recent game against Dublin. St. Brigid’s’ manager and former star Frankie Dolan had an operation on his nose last week too and could only watch the weekend match between Brigid’s and Western Gaels from a car in Athleague. The injury came from a broken nose he sustained a number of years ago when he was playing football. It shows that football at the top level is not all plain sailing. I understand that both men will make a full recovery and I wish them well.

Local club scene ramps up The local GAA scene will roar back into action once the All-Ireland SFC Final is over and this weekend it’s the hurling semifinals. The games are previewed elsewhere in the paper this week but hopefully there will be a couple of decent games because the game in the county needs it badly. The championship has been very low key so far with precious little excitement, hopefully that will change on Saturday evening. There is also a clash between Boyle and Roscommon Gaels in the senior football championship. Indeed, the standard in that competition has been poor enough too but it is now clear that any one of five or six teams have a legitimate claim to win the Fahey Cup this year which should give encouragement to a number of clubs who are playing over the next couple of weekends. It will be interesting to see how the game on Saturday goes. Naturally I will be hoping for a Gaels win but it will be close and it should be well worth a look.

than 2,000 people there at any stage on Saturday. The All-Ireland champions Dublin were in action as were Cork and all four senior teams draw big crowds to men’s matches so it is a wonder why there were not more people there for such an attractive programme of games. The LGFA have done a great job in recent years in promoting their games but they have a long way to go in terms of attracting crowds. The coverage of the games by TG4 is superb also but the LGFA should try and move on and try to attract people to go out and watch their games live. They have a great product.

Joanne Cregg battles with Meath’s Orlagh Lally during the TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate semi-final at Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Rochford steps down as Mayo boss The news that Stephen Rochford has resigned as the Mayo football manager was not entirely a shock as there have been murmurs over the past two months that there were many in the county who were not happy with his stewardship. Personally, I found him courteous and honest and very good to deal with but given the way Mayo have performed over the past decade, the expectations in the county have gone through the roof and nothing less than getting to the AllIreland final is good enough now. It is very unfair on players and management, and whoever takes over will have an almost impossible job. James Horan might have another go at it and Jimmy McGuinness will be mentioned too. I also hear that Kevin McStay is being talked about as well. I haven’t spoken to Kevin for the past few weeks but I would be very surprised if he were to go back to his native county. I wonder if there has been any player input into Rochford’s decision to go given what has happened in the past? If that’s the case it would be bizarre as it was the players who wanted Rochford in the first place. It’s a bit of a mess to be honest.

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Dublin v Tyrone on Sunday in Croke Park at 3.30 pm

Stephen Rochford, pictured at the FBD League meeting between Mayo and Roscommon earlier this year, has resigned as manager of Mayo.

Mourinho to be shown the door!

Will Manchester United manager José Mourinho be shown the door at Old Trafford after Monday’s 3-0 defeat at home to Spurs?

Hopefully Manchester United’s hammering at the hands of Spurs on Monday night will see the back of José Mourinho. His conduct has been disgraceful over the past few weeks as the team has fallen apart. Yes, the defence is a disaster, but further up the field there are players who cost hundreds of millions of pounds who are simply not playing for the manager: Sanchez, Rashford, Martial, Pogba, Fred and Lukaku have been abysmal. Mourinho went to a half-full Stretford End after the Spurs match and sarcastically clapped his hands at the supporters, and then later at the press conference he stormed out after shouting at journalists that they had no respect for him. He has lost the plot to be honest. There was a time when he was the best manager in the world. Now he is yesterday’s man. I thought he was the right appointment for United at the time. How wrong I was. Close the door on the way out José!

Our final Championship Watch of 2018. Usually I look forward to the All-Ireland SFC final with great anticipation and excitement. I have not missed a decider since I was a child but I am finding it difficult to work up any enthusiasm for this one. The Dubs are going for four in a row which would be an awesome achievement for sure but I wouldn’t be the biggest Dublin fan in the world. However, I would prefer to see them win rather than Tyrone, who I find so very hard to watch and to listen to as well. Their rise from relative obscurity to one of the elite teams of Gaelic football in the past 15 years is remarkable, but their style of play is so defensive and negative, it makes any possible enjoyment out of watching them impossible. I hear great noises coming out from Tyrone and some neutrals saying that Mickey Harte’s men have a great chance. I can’t see it. Only twelve short months ago Dublin toyed with Tyrone and sent them packing in the semi-final. I cannot see what has changed in a year. Dublin play the game the way it should be played. At least they kick the ball an odd time! They will win with a bit to spare. Prediction: Dublin

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Kerry v Galway in Croke Park on Sunday at 1.15 pm In the minor final it’s Galway v Kerry. The Kingdom are going for five titles in a row which is incredible. Galway proved too good for Roscommon in the Connacht final, and while I would love to see them winning this title, it is hard to look beyond a very impressive looking Kerry outfit Prediction: Kerry

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SportsPeople Teams and Scorers St. Brigid’s: Shane Mann ion; Ronan Stack, Niall McInerney (01), Darragh Sheehy; Eoin She ehy (01), Peter Domican, Ian Kilb ride; Conor Murray, Garvan Do lan; Eamon Cunanne, Darre n Dolan (0-1), Eddie Nolan; Padraig Kelly (0-2, frees), Senan Kilbrid e (1-4, 2 frees), Brian Stack (1-2). Subs: G Cunniffe (0-1) for D She ehy (29), David Cunniffe for Cunn ane Mark Daly for G Dolan (55 (40), ), Brian Derwin for D Dolan (62). Western Gaels: Adrian Hardiman; Tommy Devine, Michae l Higgins, Sean Conry; Seanie McDe rmott, Tommy Gill (1-0), Aidan Dowd; Kevin Higgins (0-1), Brian Cafferky (0-1); Ciaran Caff erky, James McDonnell (0-1), Eamon Ryan; Finbar Cregg (0-2, 1 free), Cathal Cregg (0-1), Niall Higgins (0-3, all frees). Subs: Bar ry Creighton (1-0) for Dowd (31), Derek Moran (0-3, frees) for N Higgins (38). Referee: Paul Daly

Brian Stack attempts to engineer some space for St. Brigid’s during last Sunday’s Roscommon SFC Group A match between Western Gaels and St. Brigid’s in Athleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Seanie McDermott comes under pressure from Senan Kilbride during last Sunday’s Roscommon SFC Group A match between Western Gaels and St. Brigid’s in Athleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

When these two sides met in Frenchpark in 2017 it was the best game of the entire senior championship. While this latest clash in Athleague may not have been as exciting, there was plenty of incident and excitement for the small attendance to enjoy last Sunday. Brigid’s were on fire in the opening quarter, and they led by seven points by the 19th minute. But the Gaels reeled them in and in fact it was Brigid’s who had to dig deep for the equaliser when Gearoid Cunniffe hooked over a point from 25 metres in the fourth minute of injury-time. Senan Kilbride and Brian Stack caused mayhem in

the Gaels’ defence in the opening exchanges. Kilbride scored a peach of a goal in the 6th minute after a superb body swerve and he then provided Brian Stack with the pass for a second goal in the 9th minute. Two points from young Stack saw Brigid’s lead by 2-4 to 0-3 after 19 minutes. But Western Gaels re-adjusted and cut off the supply line to Kilbride and their fortunes improved dramatically. Great work from Aidan Dowd and James McDonnell set up Tommy Gill for a superb team goal in the 21st minute and three unanswered points from Kevin Higgins and Niall Higgins (2 frees) meant there was only a point between the sides at half-time: St. Brigid’s 2-6 Western Gaels 1-8.

Three of the first four points of the second half went the way of St. Brigids and by the 40th minute they led by 2-9 to 1-9. But then two converted frees from sub Derek Moran and a very well taken goal from another sub, Barry Creighton, saw the Frenchpark men two ahead towards the end of the third quarter.

The exchanges became increasingly fraught as the finishing line came into view. The teams became frustrated with several refereeing calls as every ball was fought with gusto. Padraig Kelly landed two frees for Brigid’s, and by the 51st minute the sides were level. In the 60th minute Derek

Moran landed a 40 metre free and then two separate Brigid’s efforts, from Senan and Ian Kilbride, struck woodwork in injury-time. Just when it looked that the Gaels had held out, wily old veteran Cunniffe (on as a sub) came to the champions’ rescue. The result keeps both sides in the hunt for the play-offs.

St. Brigid’s mentor, Shane Curran, has a word with referee Paul Daly during last Sunday’s Roscommon SFC Group A match between St. Brigid’s and Western Gaels in Athleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Manic Manager Monday News filters through that Stephen Rochford has fallen out with the Mayo County Board and tendered his resignation. Those Mayo lads will do anything to stay in the limelight in the build-up to an All-Ireland final! On a serious note, despite the fact that Rochford had established Mayo as the only serious contenders to Dublin in the last couple of years, he didn’t feel he had the full support of the County Board when it came to new backroom team appointments ahead of 2019. James Horan, who resigned as Mayo manager in 2014, is the early favourite to replace him on the Mayo manager merry-go-round while former Donegal boss turned soccer coach, Jim McGuinness, has also been mentioned.

Meanwhile over in Old Trafford, José Mourinho, who has guided Manchester United to second place in Manchester for the last three years, stormed out of a press conference following his side’s 3-0 defeat at home to Spurs. While it’s difficult to have sympathy with the ‘Surly One’ at times, the great English football media pack certainly seem intent on seeing José get the sack. Maybe José could take a leaf out of Tyrone manager Mickey Harte’s book. Harte continues to blank RTÉ following an ill-advised skit on the John Murray show in 2011 but he did appear in the powerful TG4 documentary on Tyrone’s minor teams of 2007 and 2008 midweek. More Tyrone mind games? Expect beards at Croker on Sunday!

Choosey Tuesday Republic of Ireland manager Martin O’Neill announced his squad for the upcoming games against Wales and Poland on Monday night, but it was the comments he made in relation to Declan Rice which were still being discussed on Tuesday.

Manchester United manager José Mourinho reminds the press about Kevin McStay’s contract and Declan Rice’s caps during a press conference at Old Trafford on Monday night.

English born Rice, who has three Ireland caps from recent friendlies, is “deliberating” his international future seemingly and that led to some tough love from former internationals including ‘Mayo man’ Kevin Kilbane. Maybe it’s time we took a leaf out of Iceland’s book and focussed on grassroots football rather than

the ‘Granny Rule’ in this country? (P.S. Jim McGuinness has coaching badges!)

‘What Story?’ Wednesday Roscommon GAA PRO Hugh Lynn had this to say regarding any links between

Kevin McStay and the Mayo vacancy on Wednesday: “Kevin McStay is the Roscommon manager and as far as Roscommon GAA is concerned will continue to be the Roscommon manager”. Hopefully the Mayo County Board didn’t delete James Horan’s number following their break-up back in 2014!

In the sporting diary .... Roscommon Darts AGM The Roscommon Darts AGM will take place on Thursday, September 13th in Hannon’s Hotel at 9 pm. There will be a number of issues up for discussion and all teams wishing to enter this year’s league must have a representative present at the AGM. As always new teams are more than welcome also.

Hurling semi-ﬁnals The Roscommon SHC is down to the last four with two titanic tussles down for decision this Saturday. St. Dominic’s face Athleague at 4.30 pm while champions Pádraig Pearses take on Four Roads at 6 pm.

Football season begins! The Roscommon & District Football League returns this weekend. Best of luck to all clubs involved!

Mount Talbot’s Alanna Campbell (aged 10) shows neat footwork during the recent Glenisk Rugby Training Cam at De La Salle Rugby Club in Dublin. Ireland’s Grand Slam winning captain Rory Best, who was in attendance, would no doubt have been impressed!

Hole in One! Congratulations to Eugene O’Connell who scored a “Holein-One” at the 6th hole on August 12th while taking part in the Captain’s Prize competition at Castlerea Golf Club.

The sporting brief Darts

Fleming again! The battle for points on the penultimate night of league action in The Hollywood Bar Darts Superleague provided more drama at the Roscommon town venue last Friday night. In the end it all came down to a thrilling final between Sean Fleming and Ciaran Hickey which went all the way to a deciding leg. Hickey enjoyed wins over Gary McCormack (3-2) in the last 16, Joe Eliffe (3-0) in the quarter-finals and Tony Connolly (3-0) in the semi-finals. Fleming, who has made a habit of winning at The Hollywood, beat Paul Carton

(3-1), Noel Ryan (3-0) and Wayne Harries (3-1) as he stormed his way to the decider. In the final, Hickey put Fleming under intense pressure throughout before the Ballaghaderreen man went up an extra gear with scores of 140 and 121 at crucial times in the deciding leg to take a narrow 3-2 win.

Gymnastics

Classes resume The five weeks of summer camps in July and August at Athlone Gymnastics Club proved successful while ongoing summer training for competitive gymnasts will be coming to an end shortly. Normal

classes will resume on Saturday, September 1st.

Golf

Walsh wins! At Castlerea Golf Club recently, Gerry McDonagh’s Captain’s Prize was won by Liam Walsh with Tony O’Reilly in second place, Paul Connaughton third and Dara Bruen taking the gross prize. Eugene O’Connell, who made a hole in one on the 6th, won the first 18 while Giles McDonagh took the second 18. The last nine holes went to Joe Poole. Breege Cullen won the ladies’ competition ahead of Kay O’Loughlin and Laura Griffith in second and third places

respectively. Meanwhile, the recent ladies’ competiton sponsored by Padraic Newman was won by Ciara Maher on 39 points with Laura Griffith finishing two points further back. John Keane won the men’s competition with an impressive 41, which was just about good enough to see off Ignatius Hayden in second place. The Scotch Foursomes sponsored by Liam Walsh Financial Services was won by Padraig Rabbitt and Daire Silke. To Athlone next where PJ Naughton’s 4 Ball Scramble was won by John Burns, Lizzy O’Sullivan, Patricia Finneran and Sylvia McInerney. The John Molloy Mixed Foursomes was a close affair with Ian Holmes and Evelyn Wright (37 points) just pipping

Aidan O’Driscoll and Imelda Sheeran (36). Other recent winners in Athlone included: Ruairi Smith (18-hole singles Stableford); Joshua Lennon (Wednesday Open, August 15th); M Thornton (AWGS) and Michael Cuddy (Plumbers 12-hole).

Pitch and Putt

Woodview winners The most recent winner at Woodview Ladies Pitch and Putt Club was Maura Coyle (1st nett) while Ann Martin took 1st gross and Helen Cunniffe took second nett. Competitions continue on Mondays at 10.30 am and 7 pm.

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Kepak Roscommon SHC Round-Up

Final four set for Saturday showdowns  SEAMUS DUKE

Kepak Roscommon SHC Semi-Finals in Athleague on Saturday St. Dominic’s v Athleague at 4.30 pm St. Dominic’s have been the surprise packet of this year’s Senior Hurling Championship and they will be determined that their good run does not end here. They will certainly feel that they are well capable of beating an Athleague side who have been effective rather than brilliant in the campaign thus far. St. Dominic’s will be relying on youngsters like Connell Kennelly, Mickey Joe Egan, Jack Lohan, Tommy Doyle and Ronan Kilcline to help the more experienced Micheal

Byrne and Naos Connaughton on the day. Seamus Qualter will have Athleague all fired up to reach the decider and they look to have an edge in firepower up front with Eamon Flanagan and Robbie Fallon both scoring heavily this year. Dominic’s will give it a go but I am expecting Athleague to emerge the winners. Prediction: Athleague Pádraig Pearses v Four Roads at 6 pm A repeat of last year’s final, and a close-fought encounter in the making here. Pearses have struggled to reach last year’s form but now they are within touching distance of another final they will surely improve. In the many years of covering these games it is always so noticeable that Four Roads are never down for too long and they will

use last year’s loss to Pearses as a motivating factor on Saturday. The Sweeneys, Shane Naughton, Tomás Seale, Leon Fehily, Cathal Kelly and Adam Finnerty will all have to play well for the champions while Daniel Glynn will once again be crucial. His ability from the placed ball gives Pearses a huge boost in every game. Four Roads look solid and experienced with Micheal Kelly, Shane Curley, Conor Coyle, Noel Fallon, Mark McLaughlin, Jamie Lawlor, Johnny Coyne and Paul Dolan to name just a few of the players who have been there and done that. This promises to be a hard-fought championship contest and there won’t be much in it. I have a fancy that Four Roads will just have too much in the tank for the champions. Prediction: Four Roads

Hodson Bay Hotel SFC (Section A) St. Brigid’s 2-12 Western Gaels 2-12 Connaughton Fuels AFL Division 2 (O’Gara Cup) Éire Óg 2-13 Castlerea St. Kevin’s 1-15 Michael Glavey’s 0-21 St. Aidan’s 3-6 Leydon Brothers AFL Division 3 (Tansey Cup) Clann na nGael 3-12 St. Dominic’s 2-10 Clann na nGael 2-17 Kilbride 2-17 AFL Division 4 Elphin W/O St. Dominic’s AFL Division 5 Boyle 2-19 St. Joseph’s 1-8 King & Moffatt Building Services JAFC (Section A) Kilglass Gaels 1-12 Roscommon Gaels 0-6 King & Moffatt Building Services JBFC (Section B) Fuerty W/O St. Brigid’s U-21 Hurling Championship Final Pádraig Pearses 0-17 St. Dominic’s 0-9

Fixtures Friday, August 31st Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 1 At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Elphin. 8 pm AFL Division 5 (7 pm) At Abbey Park: Boyle v Michael Glavey’s At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v St. Joseph’s At Kilbride: Kilbride v Ballinameen At Kilmore: Kilmore v Kilglass Gaels At Rockfield: Oran v St. Barry’s AFL Division 6 (7 pm) At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v St. Michael’s At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Creggs

Saturday, September 1st Hodson Bay Hotel SFC (Section A) At Enfield: Roscommon Gaels v Boyle. 6 pm Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Finals At Athleague: Athleague v St. Dominic’s. 4.30 pm At Athleague: Four Roads v Pádraig Pearses. 6 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 1 At Nash Park: Western Gaels v St. Croan’s. 7 pm Connaughton Fuels AFL Division 2 (O’Gara Cup) At Ballinlough: Michael Glavey’s v Creggs. 5.30 pm At Kilmore: Kilmore v Éire Óg. 7 pm Leydon Brothers AFL Division 3 (Tansey Cup) At Davonna Park: Ballinameen v Kilbride. 7 pm AFL Division 4 (7 pm) At Orchard Park: Elphin v St. Faithleach’s At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v St. Croan’s At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Ronan’s At Mulhern Park: Fuerty v Pádraig Pearses At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards

Underage update Thursday, August 30th

Athleague senior hurlers pictured with new tops, which were sponsored by Michael and Mary Fleming of MGF Electrical, Roscommon town. Pictured (L-r): Kevin Shaughnessy, Pat Nolan, Robbie Fallon, Michael Fleming, Niall Connolly and Padraig Connell.

Honest Gluten Free at Molloy’s Bakery U-14 FC Division 1 At Abbey Park: Boyle v Pádraig Pearses. 7.30 pm At Strokestown: Strokestown v Roscommon Gaels. 7.30 pm At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v St. Brigid’s. 8 pm Electronix Services SFL Division 5A At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v St. Aidan’s. 6.30 pm

Friday, August 31st

BREAKING BALL Pearses’ remain top dogs!

Must-win game in Enﬁeld! Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC (Group A) Roscommon Gaels v Boyle in Enﬁeld at 6 pm Both sides need a win here. Roscommon Gaels will almost certainly qualify for the play-offs with a victory while Boyle need to win to stay in the hunt. It will be interesting to see who will be available to both sides. Cian Connolly and Richard Hughes are both due to return this week from their travels and they would

strengthen a Gaels side which has shown signs of improvement in recent weeks. The likes of David O’Gara, James McDermott, James Featherston, Mark Healy and Mark Nally will expect to be prominent and young Peter Gillooly is one to watch. Boyle will be depending on Donie and Enda Smith but Tadgh McKenna, Roch Hanmore, Dylan East, and Cian McKeon will have to pitch in if Boyle are to win. It should be a high-scoring game and I am giving the nod to the Gaels to win narrowly. Prediction: Roscommon Gaels

U-21 Hurling Championship Final

PÁDRAIG PEARSES

0-17

ST. DOMINIC’S

0-9

Pádraig Pearses were the masters in this one-sided final in Athleague on Wednesday night last and claimed their fifth county U-21 hurling title in a row. With Daniel Glynn in typically deadly form from the placed ball, Pearses got off to a good start and led 0-6 to 0-1 at the end of the first quarter and by half-time they were ahead by 0-10 to 0-5. Dominic’s never gave up trying but Pearses never released their firm grip on proceedings and they coasted to an impressive win. Scorers: Pádraig Pearses: D Glynn (0-13), K Fehily (02), M Comerford and J Donoghue (0-1) each. St. Dominic’s: MJ Egan (0-3), C Kennelly, J Lohan and T Doyle (0-2) each.

The Oran junior footballers expressed their thanks to Gerry and Greg Mulheir of Back to Basics/The Slaughter House, Roscommon for their generous sponsorship of a new set of jerseys. Pictured (L-r): Ivan Connelly, John Cush Brandon, Mark Lawless, Paddy Connelly, Jack Gunning, Gerry Mulheir, Greg Mulheir, Mikey Monaghan and Gerry Corcoran.

Roscommon Herald MFC Division 1 At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Strokestown. 8.15 pm O’Rourke Fireplaces MFC Division 2 At Kilmore: Kilmore-Shannon Gaels-St. Ronan’s v St. Ciaran’s. 7 pm Raftery Construction U-16 Football Reserve SL At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Pádraig Pearses. 7.30 pm

Saturday, September 1st Honest Gluten Free at Molloy’s Bakery U-14 FC Division 1 At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Kilmore-Shannon Gaels-St. Ronan’s. 2 pm Cryan’s Hotel U-12 Hurling League (11 am) At Athleague\Tremane: Athleague-Tremane v Longford Slashers At Rockfield: Oran v St. Dominic’s At Four Roads: Four Roads v Roscommon Gaels At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v Carrick Hurling Club (St. Mary’s)

Monday, September 3rd Rogue & Co. Café SFL Division 1 (7 pm) At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v Clann na nGael At Peader Earley Memorial Park: Michael Glavey’s v St. Dominic’s At Croghan: Shannon Gaels v Western Gaels Duffy’s SuperValu SFL Division 2 (7 pm) At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v Boyle At Kilbride: Kilbride v St Brigid’s At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v St. Croan’s Tulsk Fuels Summer League Division 3 (7 pm) At Kilmore: Kilmore v Castlerea St. Kevin’s At TBC: Elphin-Ballinameen v St. Ciaran’s At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s v St. Faithleach’s Cora Systems Summer League Division 4 (7 pm) At Rockfield: Oran v Éire Óg At TBC: Kilglass Gaels v Strokestown At Pairc Naomh Bearraí: St. Barry’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards Electronix Services SFL Division 5A (7 pm) At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Clann na nGael At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v St. Aidan’s Electronix Services SFL Division 5B (7 pm) At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v Boyle At Kilronan Park: St. Ronan’s v St. Michael’s Matrix Bathrooms U-14 Hurling League Group 2 At Four Roads: Four Roads v Tooreen. 7 pm

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TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Football Intermediate Semi-Final: Meath 3-18 Roscommon 2-5

Roscommon players pictured at the final whistle following last Saturday’s defeat to Meath in the TG4 Ladies Intermediate All-Ireland semi-final at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Royals shatter Rossies’ ﬁnal hopes The Verdict Seamus Duke

Meath’s Shauna Walsh and Roscommon’s Laura Fleming contest a high ball. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

It wasn’t supposed to end this way. The dreams of Roscommon Ladies footballers playing in an AllIreland final in Croke Park on Sunday September 16th were shattered in no uncertain terms by a rampant Meath team who came to the home of Roscommon football and showed a clean pair of heels to the hosts in what was a one-sided semi-final played in perfect weather conditions on Saturday last. Having put up big scoring totals in all of their championship games thus far and having beaten Meath in both league and championship, hopes were high that Roscommon would be able to use home advantage to help them qualify for a decider against Tyrone. But from the opening exchanges it was clear that Meath were in no mood to be turned over for a third time by the Rossies this year and they turned in a power-packed performance with which the home side were simply not able to cope. Michael Finneran’s charges had a decent share of possession in the open-

ing quarter but time after time Roscommon players had shots blocked down and the ball was turned over. It sucked the life out of their challenge early on as Meath flourished. Even more worrying was that the Roscommon defence was struggling to cope with the Meath attack and the twin threats of Vikki Wall and Stacey Grimes in particular. The powerfully built Wall caused consternation every time she got the ball and Grimes helped herself to 1-7 over the course of the game. For Roscommon only Jenny Higgins and Amanda McLoone could have been happy with their performances as too many of the home players simply did not play up to the standard that we had seen all year. Roscommon didn’t manage a single point from play in the opening half and when they went into the break 11 points down it was all over as a contest even at that stage. Roscommon to their credit, kept going, but in truth Meath had booked their place at Croke Park a long time before the final

whistle. It was a real pity given the magnitude of the occasion but it should not take away from the progress that the team has made this year. There is plenty to build on for next year and the old maxim of “you have to lose one to win one” can certainly be applied here. Michael Finneran has done a marvellous job with this Roscommon team and there is a bunch of dedicated and determined players there who will certainly succeed given time. This was a painful lesson for them but they will learn

from it for sure. Let’s hope that management team stays together. Stability is needed. There are days for every team that it just does not happen on the day and that’s what happened here. It is just such a pity that on their own home soil they were not able to do it, but sport is cruel. There can only be one winner. When the pain of this defeat eases and the Roscommon players look back on 2018 they will deem it a success. Promotion in the league and another tilt at the Intermediate championship should be the aims for 2019.

Teams and Scorers Meath: Monica McGuirk; Orlaith Duff, Orlagh Lally, Katie Newe; Aoibhinn Cleary, Shauna Ennis, Megan Thynne; Marie O’Shaughnessy, Kate Byrne; Noreen Gallogly (0-1), Vikki Wall (0-2), Stacey Grimes (1-7, 1-0 pen, 4 frees); Marion Farrelly (1-1), Niamh O’Sullivan (0-3, 1 free), Fiona O’Neill (1-3). Subs: Aoibheann Leahy for Byrne (43), Emma White (0-1) for O’Neill (47), Blaithnid Keogh for Ennis (51), Siofra Cleary for Gallogly (57), Orla Byrne for Farrelly (57). Roscommon: Helena Cummins; Honor Ennis, Amanda McLoone, Megan Kelly; Sorcha Bruen, Aisling McAuliffe, Sinead Kenny; Joanne Cregg, Jenny Higgins; Alice Kelly (1-0), Roisin Wynne, Laura Fleming (1-0); Sheila Brady, Rebecca Finan (0-4, 2 frees), Niamh Feeney. Subs: Jenny Downey (0-1) for Brady (27), Rochelle Mullaney for Bruen (38), Feena Beirne for Ennis (50), Louise Brady for Finan (50), Rachel Brady for Kelly (54). Referee: Gus Chapman (Sligo)

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TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Football Intermediate Semi-Final: Meath 3-18 Roscommon 2-5

“We never showed up at all” – Finneran  SEAMUS DUKE

Roscommon manager, Michael Finneran, was understandably disappointed with his team’s performance last Saturday but said that ladies’ football in the county had made huge progress in 2018. “We never showed up today at all and it’s very disappointing, we didn’t play at all and the players know it in there in the dressing room. That’s life I suppose. We performed well against Laois two weeks ago but we couldn’t do it today and maybe that’s the next step for this team; to put two good performances back to back.

“We were leaking scores at the back and then to be blocked down so many times was disappointing. We worked a lot on that. Our composure against Laois was much better to be honest and we were not taking on those shots. Meath can take a lot of credit too: their defending was very intense. But that’s the way it goes. It was just not our day”. The Roscommon boss said that preparation had gone well in the build-up to Saturday’s game but that hype may have been a factor. “When you lose heavily everything you did in preparation comes into focus and maybe the pressure

of playing in Hyde Park was a factor but we have to take a look at everything we did. We thought our preparation was perfect but maybe the level of hype was a factor. The old saying of ‘you have to lose one to win one’ might be relevant here. Meath were in that position last year. The challenge now is to use this as a new platform. The Connacht final was one thing and if we can push on and say we have to be at least this far (the All-Ireland semi-finals) next year and if these girls do get to this stage I am sure they would perform on the day. “But we made huge progress this year. Winning the Connacht

final was massive, and that made it a successful year. We decided that we would try to push on and we did that. It’s hard to say it here today but it had been a very good year for the girls. They will be disappointed that they didn’t show up today but they will hold that in their back pockets for the future,” he said. As for his own future, Michael said he would take time to consider his position ahead of 2019. “I am taking it one year at a time. I’m not sure if I will be able to take on this job again next year. I will take a few months and decide then about next year,” he concluded.

Key Moments

Seamus Duke

First half Despite Roscommon having an equal share of the early possession it was Meath who were working the scoreboard operator with three points without reply from Niamh O’Sullivan, Fiona O’Neill and Stacey Grimes (free) by the 8th minute. In the 13th minute Roscommon were back in the game after a powerful run from Jenny Higgins saw Laura Fleming fisting to the Royals net to level the scores. It was Meath who pushed on after that however and within ten minutes they led by 2-7 to 1-0. After another three points without reply, Meath struck for their opening goal in the 18th minute when Fiona O’Neill was brought down while bearing down on the Roscommon goal and Marion Farrelly capitalised to drive the ball to the Roscommon net. Four minutes later Meath were in for a second goal when good work from Niamh O’Sullivan and Stacey Grimes released Fiona O’Neill to fist home. Roscommon’s only other first half score came from a Rebecca Finan free in the 26th minute. Half-time score: Meath 2-9 Roscommon 1-1

Second half

Stat Attack Wides: Meath 12 (10 first half ) Roscommon 8 (3 first half ) Red Cards: None Yellow Cards: None Attendance 2,000 (approximately) Player of the Match: Vikki Wall (Meath)

Meath’s Vikki Wall powers toward the Roscommon goal during last Saturday’s TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate semi-final at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

The pattern continued in the second half but in fairness to Roscommon, they never gave up despite being so far behind. Alice Kelly ran through the Meath defence in the 42nd minute and found the top corner for a great goal. But that only reduced the margin to ten points; 2-12 to 2-2. It’s fair to say that Meath goalkeeper, Monica McGuirk, was called upon to make a couple of excellent saves from Rebecca Finan and Jenny Higgins in that second half but the visitors were always in total control. Meath’s third goal arrived in the 47th minute when Niamh O’Sullivan was pulled down after a poor kick-out from Helena Cummins, and Stacey Grimes netted from the penalty kick. Roscommon scored a couple of good points from Rebecca Finan and sub Jenny Downey before the final whistle but in keeping with the rest of the game Roscommon had no answer to Meath and the outstanding Vikki Wall and Stacey Grimes. Full-time score: Meath 3-18 Roscommon 2-5

Roscommon manager Michael Finneran talks to his players ahead of their TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Intermediate semi-final against Meath at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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