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The Roscommon People can exclusively reveal that Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins is considering not running for the party in the next General Election.

Senator Hopkins has had a number of conversations with party HQ over her intentions. Sources have told the Roscommon People that Senator Hopkins has thus far declined to commit to seeking a nomination.

Roscommon/Galway constituency is one of only one or two in the country in which a Selection Convention has not yet been held by Fine Gael.

As speculation about Senator Hopkins’ intentions intensified, Fine Gael HQ held talks with former TD Frank Feighan, who had decided to switch his focus to Sligo/Leitrim. Senator Feighan, a controversial figure since the closure of Roscommon A&E, says he has an open mind about running in Roscommon/Galway. Senator Feighan will be included in a mock ballot paper in internal Fine Gael polling over the coming weeks.

Speaking to the Roscommon People from Strasbourg, Senator Hopkins said: “I’m considering whether or not to put my name forward. As you know, a convention hasn’t taken place yet. I work very hard in my job (as a senator). That has been my focus. I believe I am honest, committed, informed and competent….I need to consider whether or not to put my name forward”.

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Please explain my rights in relation to the protection of my home, my family and my property against burglars. In the event that I unintentionally injure a burglar whilst defending my home can he sue me for damages?

The Criminal Law (Defence and the Dwelling) Act 2011 (the Act) came into effect on 13th January 2012. This Act provides that homeowners may use reasonable force to defend themselves against intruders unlawfully in their home. This law also extends these protections to the curtilage of the dwelling i.e. the area immediately surrounding or adjacent to the dwelling which is used in conjunction with the dwelling, other than any part of that area that is a public place.

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PEOPLE THAT MADE US SMILE THIS WEEK…

1. Oisin’s Naughton Award!

Former CBS Roscommon student, Oisín Naughton was awarded a Naughton Foundation scholarship worth €20,000 at a ceremony in Trinity College Biomedical Science Institute in Dublin last Saturday.

The award was presented by founding patrons of The Naughton Foundation, Dr. Martin Naughton and his wife Carmel, who were joined by Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton.

Oisín has accepted a place at Trinity College studying Physical Sciences. Oisín’s former school, CBS Roscommon, was also presented with a prize of €1,000 in the day towards science facilities.

2. Harmac’s double celebrations Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice paid tribute to major Castlerea employer Harmac Medical this week as the firm celebrated 20 years in operation.

Cllr. Fitzmaurice offered his congratulations to staff on their 20th year and highlighted “the huge role” played by Managing Director Mick McEnroe over the years.

He said: “The facility in Castlerea has created employment for many people from all over west Roscommon and the boost to the local economy is huge. I’m sure Harmac will keep expanding in Castlerea and we will be back for the next celebration in ten years”.

It was a week to remember for Harmac CEO and President John Somers, who was honoured

by Athlone Institute of Technology with a ‘Distinguished Fellowship’ award at Roscommon County Council offices last Thursday.

St. Mary’s of Tulsk landed the Roscommon Ladies Intermediate title following a 5-13 to 2-4 win over Kilglass Gaels in Ballyleague last Sunday.

It was St. Mary’s’ Louise Brady and Kilglass Gaels’ Mikaela McHugh who caught photographer Michelle Hughes-Walsh’s eye as they consoled/congratulated each other at the full-time whistle.

It was a bad week for Conor McGregor and his fans as the UFC superstar was defeated in Las Vegas by Khabib Nurmagomedov of Russia. McGregor is rumoured to have made at least $3 million from that bout though so perhaps that will soften the blow!

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(Right) St. Mary’s player Louise Brady pictured consoling Kilglass Gaels player Mikaela McHugh at the full-time whistle following last Saturday’s Ladies Football Intermediate Final at Ballyleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes-Walsh

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(Above) Roscommon student Oisín Stephens receives the Naughton Foundation award from Minister for Education and Skills Richard Bruton and Dr. Martin and Carmel Naughton in Dublin last Saturday.

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Good WEEK It was a good week for seven towns and villages in Co. Roscommon following the announcement of €780,000 in funding through the Town and Village Renewal Scheme.

John Somers CEO and President of Harmac pictured receiving his Distinguished Fellowship award from President of Athlone Institute of Technology Ciarán Ó Catháin at Roscommon County Council offices on Thursday, October 4th.

Our Person(s) of the Week…

Our person(s) of the week are the Athleague senior hurlers who ended an 11-year wait for a Roscommon senior title with a win over local rivals Four Roads.

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Murphy calls for Storm Callum warnings Fianna Fáil spokesman for Flood Relief and the OPW, Eugene Murphy, has called on the Government to issue relevant storm warnings immediately as Storm Callum looks set to bring gale-force winds and disruptive weather to the west and northwest from Thursday night and into Friday morning.

“We simply can’t take a chance on this - we should have been better prepared for Storm Ali as that storm tragically claimed two lives in gusts which should have merited a red status alert. As we now face into Storm Callum on Thursday night and Friday we are looking ahead to gale-force winds and disruptive weather and I believe the necessary warnings need to be put in place now,” said Deputy Murphy.

Local public representatives have welcomed the recent announcement by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring, that funding of €780,000 will be allocated for seven projects in Co. Roscommon through the Town and Village Renewal Scheme.

The funding includes €200,000 for the development of Boyle town centre; €100,000 for the development of a local economic and community action plan for Athleague; €100,000 for a town enhancement project in Ballaghaderreen; €100,000 for a skate park for Monksland; €100,000 for the improvement of Rooskey townscape; €100,000 for the improvement of recreational facilities at Roscommon Castle and €80,000 for the enhancement of Strokestown building frontage.

Minister Denis Naughten said: “These works will make a real difference to towns and villages and are part of our ongoing work as a Government to bring life back into our local towns”. The Minister went on to thank local communities and Roscommon County Council for their work in securing the investment.

Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy said the funding was “a welcome boost for areas struggling with economic decline in recent years”. Fine Gael Senator Frank Feighan described it as a “real boost” for towns and villages across Roscommon while fellow Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins said the funding would have a strong positive impact in rural communities.

Meanwhile, Cllr. Orla Leyden welcome the allocation of €100,000 to Roscommon town and said that a further €25,000 has been committed by the Roscommon Town Team, who are “proactively developing the potential of the town”.

Feighan and Kerrane react to Budget 2019 Fine Gael Senator Frank Feighan hailed Budget 2019 as “fair, progressive and sustainable” on Tuesday.

“The financial package is designed specifically with Brexit in mind to protect us from the impending withdrawal of the UK from the EU. “Budget 2019 will put more money in people’s pockets through four key measures: a reduction in income taxes and the Universal Social Charge, welfare increases for weekly recipients, reductions in the cost of living and pay increases,” he said.

Meanwhile, Sinn Féin spokesperson Claire Kerrane, has described it as “a Budget for booming banks and vulture funds”.

“This Budget is the latest step in a vision for Ireland. It is a vision that sees Ireland as a land divided, between elites and the struggling.

It sees two sets of rules, those who prosper must always prosper, those who struggle, will always struggle,” she said before adding that there was “nothing in the Budget for renters, Early Years Educators and for people on trolleys and hospital waiting lists”.

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ardaí in Roscommon are investigating recent acts of vandalism which were discovered at Dr. Hyde Park on Tuesday (9th). Roscommon GAA has condemned the “mindless destruction” which saw seating and broadcasting equipment damaged at the county town venue sometime between Tuesday, October 2nd and Tuesday, October 9th.

Speaking to the Roscommon People on Wednesday afternoon, Roscommon GAA PRO Hugh Lynn, said that volunteers were “extremely disappointed” following the discovery.

“It was noticed on Tuesday that a number

of seats had been smashed at Dr. Hyde Park. There was also extensive damage to broadcasting and telecommunications equipment owned by various media organisations.

“The seats in the covered stand had been replaced by volunteers ahead of the Connacht Final earlier this year and a number of those volunteers were upset to discover that the results of their hard work had been destroyed for no apparent reason.

“The sad thing is that there was evidence of alcohol consumption in the vicinity and this would suggest that people entered Dr. Hyde Park with the intention to consume alcohol and cause this damage,” he said.

Mr. Lynn said it was disheartening that the

damage was inflicted in the build-up to the Roscommon Senior Football Final between St. Brigid’s and Clann na nGael which is due to take place at the county town venue on Sunday.

“The county final will be shown worldwide via TG4 and GAAGO this Sunday and therefore it’s disappointing that people felt it was acceptable to trespass at Dr. Hyde Park and cause damage. The show must go on of course and the seats will be replaced in time for Sunday’s game. It’s sad however that the repairs have to be carried out”.

Gardaí in Roscommon town are investigating and have asked anyone with any information to contact them on 0906638300.

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Ballinasloe Singer’s Circle The Ballinasloe Singer’s Circle next meeting takes place tonight (Thursday 11th) at 9.30 pm in the Dunlo Tavern on Dunlo Street in Ballinasloe town. All welcome.

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A fundraising Supper Social in aid of Boyle Church of Ireland will be held in the Four Provinces Lounge in Rathallen, Boyle on Friday, October 12th at 9 pm. Admission is €10.

Ardcarne Garden Centre in Boyle will play host to better sleep workshop hosted by coaching expert Charlotte Mary Wray this Saturday (13th) from 10 am to 1 pm. Discover how to use relaxation techniques and manage stress better to ensure you get a better night’s sleep. To book a place, please phone 071-9667091.

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RPPN training workshops Roscommon Public Participation Network are offering free Community Development and Sustainability (including funding) training workshops in Athlone on October 16th and Roscommon on October 23rd. To book a place or for more information please contact Brenda McNicholas on 086-0478616 or email brenda@roscommonppn.ie. Places are limited.

A thank you from RSG County Roscommon Disability Support Group (RSG) CLG sincerely thanks all collectors and those who generously contributed to their recent church gate collection in Roscommon town. The total amount raised was €1,319.36.

A public Rosary for Ireland All are welcome to the grounds of the Sacred Heart Church in Roscommon town at 4 pm this Saturday (13th) for the praying of a public

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Feel Good event at Abbey Fitness As part of FeelGood Week with Pieta House (October 20th to 27th), an Aqua Aerobics FeelGood event will take place at Abbey Health and Fitness Club in Roscommon town on Thursday, October 25th at 10 am. Pieta House is encouraging people to come together throughout FeelGood Week in

order to raise funds for the charity. For more information on FeelGood Week visit pieta.ie/feelgood or for more information on Aqua Aerobics at the Abbey contact 090-6626482.

Athleague Apostolic Workers’ fundraiser Athleague Apostolic Workers are holding their annual fundraiser, including raffle and ‘Kidz Corner’ in aid of the Missions on Sunday, October 14th in Athleague Community Centre after €10

Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment, Denis Naughten, will officially launch the Portrunny Heritage Trail at the Portrunny Bay amenity this Saturday (13th) at 3 pm. The launch follows the installation of interpretative signage across nine sites earlier this year. The trail itself was established

by Portrun Development Association in an effort to mark not only the local heritage sites but also to improve the experience of visitors to the area. You are invited to attend and celebrate the launch with Portrun Development Association this Saturday.

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Warm tribute to popular Castlerea teacher Well-known Castlerea resident and frequent correspondent, Danny Burke, shares this heartfelt tribute to Castlerea Community School teacher, Damien Carty, who sadly passed away recently…

There was widespread shock and sadness in Castlerea Community School, the town and surrounding areas on Thursday evening, September 20th when word filtered through of the sudden passing of Mr. Damien Carty, a teacher in the school, who only a few hours earlier was putting plans in motion for the training of the school’s Boys Junior Football Team, that he was to manage this year.

Damien was a native of Carramore, Bullayn, Loughrea, Co. Galway and was predeceased by his father Tommy.

He came to Castlerea Community School in 2004 and was co-ordinator of the P.L.C. whilst also being a member of the Business Department.

In CCS he took great pride in his work and the many pupils he taught over the years, they had great respect for him and this was bourne out by the

many past and present pupils that called to his house and attended his funeral.

He was highly thought of by the school principals, vice principals, fellow teachers and pupils and staff whom he worked with over those fourteen years. They will miss him very much, especially his friendship and the chats in the staffroom at lunchtime.

He was a keen sportsman and got involved with football in the school in 2009 when he took over the first year team and he managed teams in every grade in the school, right up to his passing. He got on well with every team he was in charge of and they respected him.

He was also a great supporter of hurling in Galway and was very proud of his club Sarsfields. He was delighted when Galway won the All-Ireland in 2017, but of course disappointed that they lost this year.

He was also a great supporter of Manchester City.

Damien was a devout Catholic and was a regular attendee at the 11 o’clock morning Mass in St. Patrick’s Church during his morning break. He

was a true gentleman and he will be sadly missed by his mother Claire, brothers Gerry, Ronan and Ciaran, sisters Marie and Anne, sisters-in-law Niamh and Linda, nephews Brian, Marc and David, niece Saragh, uncle Fr. John Naughton, aunts, relatives, friends, extended family and all at Castlerea Community School.

His remains were removed from his home to St. Patrick’s Church in Ballayn and following Requiem Mass with Chief Celebrant, his uncle Fr. John Naughton with co-celebrants Bishop John Kirby, Fr. Benny Flanagan, Fr. Paddy Kenny, Fr. Martin McNamara, Fr. Benny McHale, Mons. Alan Mallone, Mons. Cathal Geraghty, Fr. Pat Conroy, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

Before the Final Blessing his brother Ronan gave a Eulogy on Damien’s Life. A Guard of Honour was provided by his colleagues at Castlerea Community School and members of the boys’ junior football team and the Sarsfields Hurling Club.

May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

Tommy and Florence Hoare pictured at the Bush Hotel in Carrick-on-Shannon with family and friends recently.

Wedded bliss…55 years on!

Tommy and Florence Hoare pictured on their wedding day in 1963. The couple recently returned to their wedding venue, the Bush Hotel in Carrick-onShannon, to celebrate their 55th Wedding Anniversary with family and friends.

Geraldine Hoare Dolan was in touch recently with pictures of Florence (McLoughlin, Arigna) and Tommy Hoare (Ardsallagh) who recently returned to their wedding venue, the Bush Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon to celebrate their 55th Wedding Anniversary.

They were joined on the night by their wedding day photographer, Mr. John Keaney of Keaney’s Photographers, Carrick, their Bridesmaid, family and friends.

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Social Inclusion Week starts Monday!

Roscommon County Council invites you to Roscommon Social Inclusion Week 2018, which takes place from Monday 15th to Saturday 20th. The aim of the event is to promote a greater awareness of social inclusion throughout the county and the organisers have a bumper line-up organised this year.

There are a wide array of events covering a multitude of topics over the course of the week including: Mental Health Awareness; Age & Ability Friendly Awareness event;

art, creative cooking, fitness and music workshops; nature tours; socially inclusive sports event with Roscommon FAI officer; multi-cultural storytelling; Men’s and Women’s Sheds open days.

There will also be a number of information sharing events, coffee mornings and open days with socially inclusive groups and service providers across the county.

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The organisers have a great line-up for the day and night, a schedule that will suit young and old.

This year they will once again recreate an old-style atmosphere typical of fair days gone by, featuring horses, donkeys, livestock, pigs and fowl and a large selections of shop stalls and local produce.

There will be food and musicical entertainment for all and the marquees will ensure that guests will remain dry even if the weather conditions aren’t favourable!

Speaking to the Roscommon People, the organisers said: “Once again this year we want to make this an inexpensive experience for families. Admission is free for everyone. We have a wildlife and pet farm on the day and pony rides which are all completely free to children. We also have live music all day in the marquee with ‘Romeo’ the mechanical bull and music at night in Dalton’s Pub. “There will also be fascinating free displays from a traditional tinsmith and old-style farrier. It promises be a wonderful day in the great tradition of the Fair of Fuerty. So don’t miss it!”

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Due to Popular Demand a third Christmas Party night has been added on Saturday, December 8th at the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon town. Our Christmas Party Nights on the 14th and 15th are all sold out so don’t miss out on booking this extra special early party night with us.

Enjoy the build-up to the festive season in all its splendour with a festive mulled wine reception, delightful four course meal with wine, party favours, a live band, DJ and late bar. Enjoy our range of cocktails, world wines, fine liquors and whiskeys and savour the intimate festive ambiance of the Abbey at Christmas time.

Special accommodation rates are available for Christmas Party guests with complimentary access to our pool and leisure facilities.

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‘Repair and Leasing Scheme is failing’ Murphy Fianna FĂĄil TD Eugene Murphy has described the Repair and Leasing Scheme as “yet another failed attemptâ€? by the Government to deliver the level of new social housing homes it had promised. Mr. Murphy was highlighting recent figures which show that just 31 homes have been delivered since the scheme was rolled out in February of last year. “The figures show that at end of 2017, a total of 820 applications had been received under the scheme.

Local authorities were engaging with the property owners in relation to 573 properties, 31 agreements for lease had been signed but only nine homes had been delivered and tenanted. “The Minister admitted in the most recent reply that

the RLS has not delivered the level of new social housing homes envisaged. “No properties were operational through the scheme in County Galway up to Q2 in 2018 with only four applications in County Galway while in County Roscommon there were ten applications but only two leases agreed and no properties operational up to Q2 in 2018,� said Deputy Murphy. “There were a number of problems with this scheme and I acknowledge changes have been made - there has been a reduction in the minimum lease term from ten to five years and there has been an increase of the proportion of market rent available to property owners where they take on more responsibilities under the tenancy, meaning that up to 92% of the mar-

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New project to enhance Suck angling Inland Fisheries Ireland will support a new project at Athleague, Co. Roscommon which will enhance the river bank on the River Suck. The project, which will be funded under the Midland Fisheries Fund, will be managed by Athleague Tidy Towns and will encourage anglers of all abilities to the site.

In June, Inland Fisheries Ireland announced the opening of The Midland Fisheries Fund through the National Strategy for Angling Development Scheme 2018 with a â‚Ź550,000 fund

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Five reasons why attending the Christmas party is important ...  MIRIAM KERINS

Your workplace is about to hold its annual Christmas party and you wish you could think of just one acceptable excuse as to why you can’t attend; which is sad, especially as there’ll be free food and booze, and someone will win a crappy spot prize for being the first reveller up to the DJ with the names of the three wise men!

You see, Christmas parties are fun, a bonding session if you like, a way to celebrate with the bookish receptionist who gets quietly intoxicated on Snowballs and tells you how she

really feels about the boss and his/ her miserable bonus. And sure what’s wrong with making the effort to attend the traditional end-of-year shindig that’s sure to get the festive season off to a feelgood start; after all, haven’t those creative sorts from marketing (or mooorkishing as they call themselves), spent days pouring over the perfect catchy slogans and cringy taglines to feature on the tickets!

Ah yes, the Christmas party really does do wonders for staff morale, and if you don’t believe us and are still trying to boycott the one event that legitimises poking fun at corporate and

perhaps meeting the love of your life, well, perhaps we can give you a bit of motivation. Read on and be inspired.

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The Christmas party is a time to let your hair down, dress up and dance till you drop.

The Christmas party reinforces company policy and culture and not only helps employees reflect on where the organisation has been and how far it has come, but also on how far it is going in the New Year. Do you really want to be left behind?

Christmas by the Shannon at Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone is magnificently located right on the river and in the very heart of Athlone town. Chic and stylish, there isn’t a better location from which to enjoy the stunning views over the old town, Athlone Castle and the River Shannon.

Christmas at Radisson Blu Athlone is full of style and good cheer, with delicious seasonal menus, family-friendly moments and everything needed for a relaxed and enjoyable holiday season.

Stay two nights from €349 per person to include bed and breakfast, Christmas Eve dinner, a visit from Santa on Christmas morning for the younger folk, leisurely Christmas Day lunch from 2 pm, an indulgent Christmas evening buffet and – should the mood take you – complimentary use of Synergy Health & Fitness.

With mulled wine and fruit-filled mince pies on arrival, and punctuated by carol singing and other live music over the course of the yuletide celebrations, a three night Christmas stay is available in Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone from €419 per person, which includes dinner on St. Stephen’s Night too.

For local guests not resident in the hotel, Christmas Day lunch is available at Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone, an indulgent way to enjoy the festive celebrations, for €89 per adult and €25 per child under 12. With mulled wine on arrival, the fivecourse Christmas lunch begins at 2 pm with advanced booking essential.

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If you don’t attend, your colleagues will see you as a stingy Scrooge who can’t be bothered to socialise with them.

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The Christmas party is a time to separate the on-duty you with the off-duty you and that means seeing your colleagues in a less formal light, discovering shared interests, and, who knows, getting to like the personal, as opposed to professional, personas of your peers. (And don’t try saying that after downing four cocktails).

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If you don’t attend, you’ll feel left out of the forensic postmortem and office gossip when they all snigger as they relive that crucial moment the jobsworth health and safety officer jumped on the banquet table and belted out ‘Let me entertain you,’ as he lassoed his designer tie around the manager’s neck! And, even though he’s no Robbie Williams, H&S guy could have a future as a crooner…well given his dubious standard of conduct, word at the watercooler is he’s taken himself (and his P45) off to audition for Ireland’s Got Talent.

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Stay safe while getting cosy this winter  MIRIAM KERINS

Whether you’re living in a state-of-the-art new build or a charming, characterful period property, the fact is, when it comes to heating your home this winter, there are several safety checks that need to be taken into consideration. And so, while we’re no health and safety experts, we have put together a few guidelines regarding what we believe to be some responsible and simple suggestions our valued readers can take on board in order to help raise their awareness when it comes to heating their homes this winter.

We cannot stress the importance of having both smoke and carbon monoxide detectors fitted to your homes. If however, you’ve already installed these devices, make sure to check them regularly and keep those spare working batteries within easy reach.

When keeping the home fires burning, it’s important to only use the ap-

propriate, manufacturer recommended fuels. For example, if you’re using an open fire/stove, do not burn household waste, especially plastics or magazines which can emit toxic pollutants that can negatively impact on air quality both within your home and in your neighbourhood.

We would also recommend you don’t burn any wood from a garden fence/ gate/decking you replaced during the summer for the simple reason; you may have treated it with certain chemicals that could be dangerous within the confines of your home.

In addition, burning waste can actually result in damage to your fire and chimney; which you should have cleaned annually.

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Renovating your home this winter? Keep our suggestions in mind!  MIRIAM KERINS

Keeping your home warm and preventing your precious, and, let’s face it, expensive heat from escaping through nooks, crannies, cracks and gaps is probably the top talking point at every office water cooler, every canteen corner, every post office queue and every kitchen table this week. I can tell you that myself and he-who-needsto-insulate our little haven have been chatting about little else.

And so, as Met Eireann continue to issue

their Atlantic storm that ‘could batter the country with gusts of up to 150km/h’ warnings with worrying regularity these days, we thought we’d put together some useful hints and tips for those readers who may, (in order to welcome Santa and the usual Christmas visitors), be considering taking on a minor renovation project this winter.

Here’s what we suggest: If you’re adding on another room to your home, remember to insulate all exterior walls and ask your local builders’ providers/window replacement specialists for

advice regarding installing windows that will exceed your requirements for what would be considered ‘normal’ winter weather conditions in Roscommon. When choosing your new windows, bear in mind that decent insulation doesn’t just reduce draughts; it can also reduce annoying noise transmission.

If your budget allows, try to include a secondary heat source in your home, that way, if one fails, i.e. in the event of a winter power cut, you can still keep warm with a wood/pellet burning stove etc.

If your front door opens directly into your living space, why not consider adding on a porch. A small glass porch will do two things; it’ll allow light to pass through into your home and it’ll protect your living space from that howling wind every time you open the door to let the dog out for a pee.

And speaking of the dog; in order to provide you with a bit of shelter while you stand with Fido, chat with your neighbour or just decide to grab a bit of fresh air, why not treat yourself to a green screen

by planting a few wind blocking hedges/ trees?

Then again, for that extra bit of seclusion, you could ask your builder to give you a quote for a sturdy wall or a fence that’ll not just provide you with a bit of shelter; it’ll also provide you with some privacy. Our top tip: In the interest of maintaining peace and harmony; before morphing into Donald Trump and knocking up a wall, we’d advise you to be considerate and make sure it doesn’t upset your neighbours or indeed, block their view!

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Padraig shortlisted for ‘Farming for Nature’ Award Roscommon sheep and cattle farmer, Padraig Corcoran, of Mount Plunkett Farm and Nature Reserve in Lecarrow is one of six farmers shortlisted for the inaugural ‘Farming for Nature Awards’. Members of the public, and in particular the farming community, are being asked to vote for their top pick for the 2018 National ‘Farming for Nature’ Award.

The prestigious award is part of a wider independent initiative (www.farmingfornature.ie) which hopes to source, share and celebrate the stories of those farmers across Ireland who are doing great things for nature on their land and in their community.

A five-minute film has been made about each shortlisted farmer and now the public are being asked to view the films and vote for their favourite one, with the winner to be announced at a special event

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Award organiser, Brendan Dunford, said: “It’s powerful to witness these farmers tell their unique story, and act as such eloquent spokespeople for nature.

Padraig is doing great work in terms of farming for nature. He is very passionate about his work and willing to share his extensive knowledge of the diverse habitats, species, management practices, and local history of his farm and award-winning nature reserve”.

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Roscommon People MART WATCH Roscommon Mart sample prices Dry cows Lim X 730kgs €1485, Simm X 785kgs €1345, Lim X 640kgs €1315, Lim X 695kgs €1310, BBX 755kgs €1275, Lim X 700kgs €1240, Char X 715kgs €1200, Char X 760kgs €1185, PTX 680kgs €1150, Simm X 725kgs €1100, AAX 530kgs €700.

Bullocks Char X 815kgs €2010, Char X 885kgs €1950, Char X 745kgs €1800, Char X 715kgs €1720, 2 Char X 587kgs €1600, Char 555kgs €1545, Char X 495kgs €1490, BAX 590kgs €1500, 2 Lim X 545kgs €1480, 2 Char X 510kgs €1475, Lim X 565kgs €1450, Lim X 505kgs €1410, 3 Lim X 476kgs €1360, 2 Char X 455kgs €1330, Lim X 490kgs €1300, Simm X 505kgs €1235, 2 Char X 430kgs €1230, 2 AAX 492kgs €1200, Lim 430kgs €1075, 2 Lim X 420kgs €1020.

Heifers Lim X 600kgs €1465, Char X 620kgs €1450, Char X 550kgs €1275, Lim X

545kgs €1115, 2 Lim X 497kgs €1065, Char X 485kgs €1015, Simm X 420kgs €915, Lim X 440kgs €955, Char X 490kgs €1050, Char X 520kgs €1270, Lim X 370kgs €820.

Weanling heifers 2 Char X 330kgs €1015 - €3.08 per kilo, Char X 345kgs €975 - €2.83 per kilo, Lim X 330kgs €950 - €2.87 per kilo, 2 Lim X 280kgs €750 - €2.68 per kilo, Char X 250kgs €750 - € 3.00 per kilo, Char X 280kgs €855 - €3.05 per kilo, Char X 245kgs €775 - €3.16 per kilo.

Char X 295kgs €880 €2.98 per kilo.

Weanling bulls Lim X 455kgs €1150 - €2.53 per kilo, Char X 320kgs €1125 - €3.52 per kilo, Lim X 365kgs €1110 - €3.04 per kilo, Lim X 375kgs €1070 - €2.85 per kilo, AAX 310kgs €1000 - €3.10 per kilo, Char X 290kgs €3.81 per kilo, BBX 360kgs €1000- €2.78 per kilo, Lim X 310kgs €955 - €3.08 per kilo.

Manager’s report…

Brendan Egan, Castlerea Mart “Castlerea Mart held its annual show and sale of Aberdeen Angus Heifers on Thursday last. A large entry of heifers met a steady trade with a good attendance of buyers present. Weanling numbers presented have also increased with excellent demand for the top quality calves, while the dry cow trade and breeding stock reported good clearances.

“Cows with calves at foot made from €900 to €2320 for a BB heifer and her heifer calf at foot. Springer cows made from €830 to €1420 per head.

There were bigger numbers of calves/runners on offer this week, Hereford and Angus crosses made from €300 to €550 with continental types making from €550 to €765.

“There were 230 bullocks on offer at the October 1st bullock sale, selling from €300 to €855 over with an average price of €508 over paid.

“Sales continue at Castlerea Mart. All sales commence at 11 am”.

Manager’s report…

Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There was a large entry of stock at last Friday’s sale which included a big number of super quality bullocks. There was an electric trade for bullocks with a 96% clearance of lots with a packed ring and plenty of customers all anxious for stock.

“There was a nice show of heifers on offer with a firm trade and prices ranging from €2.13 per kilo up to €2.45 per kilo. Dry cows prices fetched from €1.54 per kilo up to €2.05 per kilo.

“This friday (12th) sees a special sale of heifers with 1,087 pens on offer as well as bullocks and dry cows.

The following Friday (19th) sees the Fall Special Sale of Bullocks with bookings accepted up to 5 pm today (Thursday 11th).

“There were good numbers on offer at last week’s weanling sale. The trade for bulls was similar to last week with quality lots selling well. There was a steady trade for weanling heifers with plainer lots more difficult to sell. “There will be a show and sale of weanlings next Tueday (16th) with bookings accepted up to 5 pm today (Thursday 11th). There will also be an entry of 20 excellent quality springers, Roan, Red Limousin and BB in calf heifers at 6 pm. Full details on our website and Facebook page”.

Castlerea Mart sample prices Heifers Ch 420kg €1010, AA 400kgs €950, AA 475kgs €1150, Ch 600kgs €1420, Lm 580kgs €1375, Ch 460kgs €1090, AA 490kgs €1145.

Dry cows Ch 795kgs €1555, Ch 725kgs €1485, Lm 715kgs €1425, Ch 665kgs €1335.

Weanling bulls Ch 295kgs €1090, Ch 270kgs

€955, Ch 265kgs €905, Lm 355kgs €1140, Ch 290kgs €960.

Weanling heifers Ch 290kgs €945, Lm 260kgs €855, Ch 355kgs €1000, Ch 300kgs €980, Lm 305kgs €870.

Bullocks AA 495kgs €1240, AAX 435kgs €1100, Ch 545kgs €1400, AA 500kgs €1255, AA 550kgs €1235.

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Lough Ree Distillery unveils Sling Shot gin Based in Lanesboro, Lough Ree Distillery entered Ireland’s gin scene with the launch of its Sling Shot gin at the Taste of Lakelands Food Festival.

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Deputy Murphy highlighted the difficulties encountered by Ballinasloe Horse Fair in obtaining insurance cover for their recent event.

“The organising committee of one of the country’s most famous and oldest fairs, the Ballinasloe Horse Fair, had to have several meetings this year to see if it could obtain insurance cover. Their insurance this year to cover a few days came to a whopping €14,000. This is a voluntary group in Ballinasloe town that has been organising the fair for many years.

To fork out €14,000, before even covering other costs, is a high price for a community group,” said Deputy Murphy.

“To use the example of a local family hotel in my constituency, several years ago their public liability insurance cost €12,500.

When it was reassessed, it increased to €21,000. It is now at €50,000 because the hotel had two small claims made against it. I fear that they will not be able to continue in business if this continues. There is not a realisation as to how many groups and businesses are on the brink because of massive insurance costs,” said Deputy Murphy.

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POLITICAL PEOPLE Democratic revolution in Strokestown…  PAUL HEALY

A warm welcome then to the local entrepreneurs who have dipped their toes into the journalism/publishing world by reviving the Strokestown Democrat.

At the Roscommon People, we wish the venture well. After all, we’re committed to supporting local enterprise. And Emmett Corcoran, Phelim O’Neill and their supporters have shown some courage in re-launching a newspaper which was last published 70 years ago.

Possibly less enthused than others will be Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy, who

doesn’t appear to be flavour of the month in month one at the Democrat.

We’ve only seen a couple of issues, but we’ve seen enough to establish that there will be some heat on Deputy Murphy.

One article that initially appears to commend Deputy Murphy’s stance on post office closures finishes by isolating him, mischeviously speculating that the Strokestown TD will put it up to Micheál Martin and perhaps go against his party on the issue. Expect the Democrat to return to this subject in due course, as it checks in on how Murphy is faring in signing up to the position the Democrat imagined he should take. It was essentially fair enough comment. By

contrast, decidedly more hard-hitting was Phelim O’Neill’s blistering attack on Deputy Murphy, where the TD is accused of playing the sympathy card, having no shame, whinging, etc. (Deputy Murphy isn’t named, but the attack is not of the thinly-veiled variety).

Probably no surprise then that Deputy Murphy told Corcoran: “I will not be making a comment to your publication at this stage”.

No doubt readers in Strokestown are intrigued by this turn of events as the longdormant organ bares its teeth. There are political dimensions abounding. Phelim O’Neill is a solicitor with a Fianna Fáil background. Emmett Corcoran is a former

Independent candidate and previously worked with Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice.

Earlier this year Mr. Corcoran issued a joint press statement with former councillor Tom Crosby, saying he was opting out of running in the next local elections, and would instead by endorsing Mr. Crosby.

Meanwhile, the Democrat has slightly grandiosely proclaimed that it will not be accepting political advertisements (mind you, it does carry an ad for local election candidate Mr. Crosby…in his capacity as a businessman).

We look forward to the next thrilling instalment of this war of the Rossies in Strokestown…

Hopkins may opt out of General Election race  PAUL HEALY

Speculation that Senator Maura Hopkins may not be a candidate for Fine Gael in the next General Election has heightened this week.

It is understood that, in a number of exchanges with party HQ, Senator Hopkins has declined to commit to making a new Dáil bid. She has told the Roscommon People that she is considering her position.

With no prospect of a Selection Convention any time soon, Fine Gael HQ will now conduct internal polls to try to establish what candidate is best placed to regain a seat for the party in Roscommon/Galway.

A number of meetings involving Fine Gael HQ and locals in Roscommon/Galway and regionally have thus far failed to provide clarity as to who will be the party’s preferred front-runner in this constituency.

In terms of its political strength in Roscommon, Fine Gael is still dealing with the fall-out of the Roscommon A&E controversy, which peaked with the closure of the facility in 2011. Fine Gael has always had strong support in Roscommon, and in recent years this peaked with the then ‘dream team’ of Frank Feighan and Denis Naughten, who secured a historic two seats for the party in 2007 (repeating the feat in

2011). Such heady days are now but a memory, with Naughten losing the party whip and joining the Independent ranks, and Feighan opting not to contest the 2016 election.

That’s where the then Cllr. Maura Hopkins came in. The Ballaghaderreen woman ran for Fine Gael in the 2016 General Election – a daunting enough task, given the hospital fall-out – and while it was certainly a respectable enough showing (she attracted 6,812 number ones) Hopkins failed to win a seat. While Ms. Hopkins was subsequently successful in the Seanad elections, the 2016 loss, preceded by a thirdplace outing in the 2014 by-election, gave party strategists food for thought and divided opinion as to whether or not Senator Hopkins can deliver a Dáil seat for the party.

Amidst speculation that she will not contest the next General Election, the Roscommon People contacted Senator Hopkins on Wednesday.

Speaking from Strasbourg, Senator Hopkins confirmed that she is considering her position.

“I’m considering whether or not to put my name forward” Senator Hopkins said. “As you know, a convention hasn’t taken place yet. I work very hard in my job (as a senator). That has been my focus. I believe I am honest, committed, informed and competent. Any job I do, I

like to do it well. I’m issue-focussed…”

Asked why she is not in a position to definitively say that she will seek a nomination, Senator Hopkins said: “I need to consider whether or not to put my name forward. With any such decision…you want what’s best for Fine Gael representation in Roscommon/Galway…ultimately that will be a decision for Fine Gael members at convention… with regard to my own decision, I have to decide what’s best. Politics is very demanding and I’m working very hard as a full-time Senator, and as a member of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg. I need to consider whether or not I am going forward. That is the honest position at this time”.

As Senator Hopkins ponders on her position, it is clear too that Fine Gael strategists remain to be convinced as to what individual provides the best prospect of the party regaining a Dáil seat.

A Fine Gael source told the Roscommon People that party HQ will be “ruthless” on this issue.

“The party will not allow anyone to be on the ticket if HQ doesn’t believe that person can win the seat” the source said.

Internal FG polling in the constituency will now take place as the party tries to line up a candidate who can unseat one of the incumbent trio of Michael Fitzmaurice, Eugene Murphy and Denis Naughten.

Senator Frank Feighan and Senator Maura Hopkions

Feighan now has ‘open mind’ on Roscommon run Spotlight will fall on Carroll, Connaughton and Finan too  PAUL HEALY

Former Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan has not ruled out making a u-turn on his decision to bid goodbye to the Roscommon/Galway constituency.

Earlier this year Senator Feighan indicated that he won’t run again in Roscommon/Galway, and was turn-

ing his sights on Sligo/Leitrim. He duly went went before the Sligo/Leitrim FG Selection Convention in July, before withdrawing on the night. At that gathering, Senator Feighan asked that the National Executive of Fine Gael add him as a third FG candidate in Sligo/Leitrim, claiming he could win a seat (and citing his winning record in elections).

Now, with strong indications that Senator Maura Hopkins may opt out, there’s an unexpected twist – and, if it’s not a probability, it is a possibility that Frank Feighan may return to familiar pastures.

Recently, party HQ asked Senator Feighan if he would consider running in his old stomping ground of Roscommon/Galway (albeit with some of North Roscommon gone into Sligo/ Leitrim).

Fine Gael will include Senator Feighan’s name on a mock ballot paper when it conducts a poll of voters in Roscommon/Galway. If Senator Feighan fares well in that polling, an unlikely comeback may be on the cards.

As for all that hospital controversy that proved so toxic in the past, Senator Feighan says people are now see-

ing the hospital – and him – in a new light.

In an advertising insert in today’s Roscommon People, Senator Feighan says he is now known as “the man who saved Roscommon Hospital”.

We called Senator Feighan on Wednesday. He confirmed that he has been approached by Fine Gael about running in Roscommon and acknowledged that there have been discussions in the last few weeks.

As to his intentions, he said: “My record in Roscommon is there for all to see. I have delivered on

Roscommon Hospital. I have an open mind on the issue of whether or not to put my name forward in Roscommon”. He indicated that he will await the outcome of the internal polling.

Former Galway TD Paul Connaughton could come into the reckoning. Other potential candidates include Ballinlough native Sean Finan and Kilmore man Brian Carroll. Mr. Finan is a former national President of Macra and Mr. Carroll is a well-known GAA figure, who is currently secretary of Roscommon County Board.

WEEKEND PEOPLE Roscommon People Friday 12 October 2018

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Fuerty Fair this Sunday The Fair of Fuerty takes place this Sunday (14th) with something for the whole family to enjoy at the fair green opposite Dalton’s Pub. There will once again be food and musical entertain amid an oldstyle atmosphere typical of fair days gone by featuring horses, donkeys, livestock, pigs, and fowl as well as a large selection of shop stalls and local produce with free admission and prizes up for grabs.

Sound of music in Strokestown Féile Strokestown returns to the County Roscommon town this weekend with a number of performances and sessions scheduled for venues throughout the town.

Féile kicks off on Friday with a special concert in memory of the late John Donoghue, and will continue through the weekend with highlights including a Session Trail and a very special concert from the Keane brothers and Garry O’Briain on Saturday night at The Percy French Hotel.

One act plays in Knockcroghery Roscommon Drama Group will host two one act plays in Culleen Hall, Knockcroghery this Friday night (12th) at 8 pm. Tickets cost €10 and can be purchased at the door. Sean Cox will direct ‘The Stanley Parkers’ by Geraldine Aron and Mairead Nally will direct ‘None the Wiser’ by Anthony Booth. The drama group would appreciate your support!

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Playwright and actor, Gerry Farrell, has been a psychotherapist for the past 41 years.

He also has a love of the arts and history and is often found with his head in a historical biography. It was his passion for history which led him to renew acquaintances with the formidable, and some would say controversial, historical figure, Martin Luther.

This led to the birth of ‘The First Protestant’, a play about the man who made a stand against the overwhelmingly powerful Catholic Church.

The play, which runs in Macra Hall in Tulsk this Friday night (12th) develops the story through a psychological dual between the pious monk Martin Luther, played by Michael Roper and the atheist ‘Analyst’ played by Gerry Farrell, who is loosely based on Freud.

The play has been described as “a play for our times” and has received hugely positive feedback including standing ovations on its last outing. The Roscommon audience is certainly in for a treat this Friday.

The First Protestant, in association with Splodar Theatre Company, stars Michael Roper as Martin Luther and Gerry Farrell As ‘Analyst’ and is directed by Prin Duignan. It will play Macra Hall, Tulsk this Friday (12th) at 8 pm. Call 087-9972770 for booking/further information.

Michael Roper as Luther and Gerry Farrell (actor and playwright) plays the Analyst in ‘The First Protestant’, which is coming to the Macra Hall in Tulsk this Friday night. Pic: Dervilla Keegan

Something for the Halloween Holidays…

Roscommon Arts Centre will partner with Ceol Connected to present the first ever Tradoodle Roscommon, an exciting twoday traditional arts event for children which takes place at the centre during the October school holidays.

On Monday, October 29th there are two performances of A Winter Wish, a theatre piece for ages 3+ set in a magical forest.

The shows are at 11 am and 12.30 pm. The 11 am show is a multi-sensory performance for children with special needs and capacity is limited.

Also taking place on the Bank Holiday Monday is a seán nos dancing workshop entitled ‘Feet To The Beat’ which takes place from 2 pm – 3 pm and is suitable for ages 3+. There will be lots of fun and games and a chance for children to create and show off their fancy footwork.

On Tuesday, October 30th there are three events taking place at the centre. ‘Deep Sea Shadows’ will show you how to make your very own shadow puppet and it takes place from 11 am – 1 pm for ages 7+. The ‘Under The Sea Session’ at 1 pm – 2 pm encourages all young musicians to bring along their instruments and dancing shoes to this session, where, led by experienced traditional musicians, children can join in the fun while their families watch.

At 2 pm there is a family theatre show called ‘The Wonderful Tune’ which is a captivating, moving show which weaves together traditional music, song, puppetry and animation. Told through the eyes of Maggie Connor and her son Maurice, ‘the king of all the pipers in Ireland’, this is a show which will have everyone singing along!

For more information on this two-day festival or to book tickets contact the arts centre on 090-6625824 or check out www.roscommonartscentre.ie

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WeekendPeople SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION The rich young man in today’s Gospel wants to know what we all want to know – how to live in this life so that we might live forever in the world to come. He seeks what today’s Psalm calls “wisdom of heart”.

He learns that the wisdom he seeks is not a program of works to be performed or behaviors to be avoided. As Jesus tells him, observing the commandments is essential to walking the path of salvation - but it can only get us so far.

The Wisdom of God is not precepts, but a person – Jesus Christ. Jesus is the Wisdom whose Spirit was granted to Solomon in today’s First Reading. Jesus is the Word of God spoken of in today’s Epistle. And Jesus, as He reveals Himself to the rich man today, is God. In Jesus we encounter Wisdom, the living and effective Word of God. As He does with the rich man today, He looks upon each of us with love. That look of love, that loving gaze, is a personal invitation – to give up everything to follow Him. Nothing is concealed from His gaze, as we hear in the Epistle. In His fiery eyes, the thoughts of our hearts are exposed, and each of us must render an account of our lives (see Revelation 1:14).

We must have the attitude of Solomon, preferring Wisdom to all else, loving Him more than even life itself. This preference, this love, requires a leap of faith. We will be persecuted for this faith, Jesus tells His disciples today. But we must trust in His promise – that all good things will come to us in His company.

What, then, are the “many possessions” that keep us from giving ourselves totally to God? What are we clinging to – material things, comfort zones, relationships? What will it take for us to live fully for Christ’s sake and the sake of the Gospel?

Let us pray for the wisdom to enter into the kingdom of God. With the psalmist, let us ask Him, “Teach us”.

– Scott Hahn Ph.D., www.salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)

THE BRIDGE CLUB Roscommon Bridge Club 1st: P. & S. Cooney, 2nd: M. Molloy & K. Holmes, Gross: M. Kearns & B. Ferguson.

Happy ‘71 Bridge Club 1st: L. Curley & S. Cooney, 2nd: N. Murtagh & M. Shannon, Gross: L. Shine & T. Murphy.

St. Coman’s Bridge Club North/South – 1st: S. Hickey & B. Jordan, 2nd: M. Coyle & E. Moran, Gross: S. Farrell & B. McCarthy. East/West – 1st: A. Shine & M. Naughton, 2nd: G. Spillane & M. Hickey, Gross: M. Egan & M. Fallon.

Ballymurray Bridge Club North/South – 1st: V. & P. Finneran, 2nd: S. Hickey & J. Walsh, 3rd: M. & A. Costello.

East/West – 1st: M. Dolan & K. Coyle, 2nd: M. Byrne & K. Blighe, 3rd: B. Weir & R. Roughneen.

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TROUBLE IN VEGAS: McGregor reaps what he sows At 5 am on Sunday morning, thousands of Irish people got themselves out of their beds and had house parties or just a few quiet drinks as they watched the great man himself, Conor McGregor.

The story of his fourth round defeat, and the subsequent ringside mayhem (that may or may not have been deliberately staged) is well documented by now, but what bothered me was the reaction of a friend of mine – albeit a bit younger than me, I will admit – who was angered by the fact that so many Irish people weren’t bothered by the Dubliner’s defeat. He accused us (because I am included in those who couldn’t care less) of being “begrudgers”. However, in my case nothing could be further from the truth.

Before I am accused of being anti-Dub as well, I would be just as disinterested if McGregor was from Galway or Kerry, simply because his behaviour leaves me totally cold.

His outrageous carry-on and the personal verbal abuse that he subjects opponents to may well sell tickets to fund his multi-million dollar lifestyle,

but anyone who says “there is a smell of s**** off your da” to an opponent is not worthy of universal loyalty and support. And so when an opponent reacts to a totally unacceptable level of abuse, let’s not act all outraged and upset. You reap what you sow.

While I didn’t watch the fight, it seems McGregor got what his pre-fight antics deserved. As for the aftermath, the cynic in me would think that everything was staged, and that such scenes will lead to another multi-million dollar payday for both of them.

As a prominent Roscommon town businessman said to me earlier this week… how does McGregor’s behavior compare with that of a true icon, Muhammad Ali? I am as proud of our top Irish people, sporting or otherwise, as any person is, but they should be aware of their standing as role models to our children, and if they fall down in that department, as McGregor certainly has, then they don’t deserve the iconic status that he and his followers think he should have.

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Parking problems on recent hospital visit It’s Friday morning and I’m heading for the hospital in Galway – which I still regard as the Regional but which is now one of the many university hospitals around the country – for a vascular scan, which in layman’s terms is a scan that will show whether or not there is any blood getting down to my feet.

Anyway, we drive in the main gate and the sign informs us that ‘Carpark 1’ is full, but there are at least twelve cars queuing trying to get in. The sign points us towards ‘Carpark 2’ where it says there are 14 spaces available.

So off we go to ‘Carpark 2’ where we found two cars ahead of us. All three vehicles had entered the carpark before realising there were no spaces left.

While we were trying to figure out what was going on, an older man had driven up to the entrance and I went over to tell him he was wasting his time.

“It was the same yesterday,” he said “and I complained about it”. With that he drove in, abandoned his car, blocking at least two or three others, and disappeared! Maybe he went to complain again, but I never saw him after that.

The only place we could park was in

a space reserved for hospital catering vans and we reluctantly did so, hoping against hope that we wouldn’t be clamped when we reappeared!

Now parking at many hospitals is a nightmare, but Galway is at another level and seems to be getting worse. I am no engineer, but with all the open space around the hospital would it not make sense to build a multi-storey car park? Just a thought.

Anyway, after all that, the good news was that the blood flow to my foot was pretty adequate, my cellulitis is hopefully on the mend and I expect to be back in the whole of my health before too long.

Speaking of cellulitis, I cannot believe the number of people I spoke to during the week who told me that they or a family member had suffered from the condition. Only this morning I heard a story about a young woman who had a major and very painful outbreak on her face and spent eight days on IV in hospital. Thankfully she is just home and well on the mend and all I can say to the many people affected out there is my heart goes out to you, it’s a horrible dose, and very hard to get rid of.

Signs of confusion in Claregalway!

There have been many times when I have given a bit of advice to Galway County Council, including complaining about the state of the road outside Abbeyknockmoy, and the T-junction on the Glinsk-Ballymoe road. I was therefore amused to hear a debate on Galway Bay FM as I was having my recent scan, about something I raised a few months ago; the new Irish signs for Claregalway, or ‘An Baile Clár’ as Gaeilge.

Apparently the new signage is causing all kinds of confusion, and people are getting totally lost. In fairness, as anyone with even a smattering of Irish will agree, how ‘An Baile Clár’ has anything to do with Claregalway is a mystery!

Anyway, it’s now a matter of major concern to members of Galway County Council, but I can justifiably claim I called it first.

By the way, the road from Abbeyknockmoy has been greatly improved, but the Ballymoe T-junction is still an out and out danger!

And finally…

As a consequence of my sore leg, I was not able to attend the 50th anniversary reunion of my secondary school, Cistercian College in Roscrea. What bothers me most is not missing the actual reunion, although attending would have been nice, but more so the fact that it is a full fifty years since I did the Leaving Certificate!

When I was still a student at the school, a few very successful past students, who were returning after fifty years, came back to talk to us about their lives and careers. I remember thinking about how old they were. Little did I know that my day would come too, and that before I knew it I would be one of those old men, not very successful and not invited back to talk to anyone, but still here fifty years later. How time flies!

Till next week, Bye for now!

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Minister Denis Naughten

Senator Maura Hopkins

Emergency works announced for Ballybay NS It was announced recently that Ballybay NS in Kiltoom has been approved for emergency works by the Department of Education and Skills. The Department funding will see roof works take place at the school. Local public representatives welcomed the announcement.

Minister Denis Naughten said the investment was “vital for the school” and said that he hoped the works could be completed as soon as possible.

Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins also welcomed the announcement from Minister for Education and Skills Richard Bruton.

“I am delighted to see this application getting a positive response. I will continue to work with Minister Bruton to ensure that the funds are made available to the school as soon as possible and to allow them to have these works completed in a timely manner,” she said.

Reynolds: ‘Money won’t solve homeless crisis’ Community Activist and local businessman Andrew Reynolds has said he finds it “increasingly baffling” that unemployment levels are at the lowest they have been for years yet homeless figures are increasing day by day.

Referring to a recent report which showed that there has been a significant rise in homelessness figures for July 2018 in Ireland, resulting in the highest number of children ever without a home, Mr. Reynolds said there is something “fundamentally wrong”.

“I strongly believe that money is not the solution to this problem,” he insisted. “I feel that there are drug issues, drink issues and addiction issues that are feeding into these problems and these need to be addressed side by side as well as the financial issues.

There is no point in putting people into apartments, hostels and hotels if you’re not going to address the real issues and ultimately see those same people ending up back on the streets again.

“The increase from June 2018 means there are now 9,891 homeless people across Ireland. These figures represent the highest number of children ever recorded as homeless, an increase of 43 – this is totally unacceptable and nothing less than a national crisis and I would call on the Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy to examine where we are going wrong as a matter of urgency,” he concluded.

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Primary health care should not carry a price tag According to Minister for Health Simon Harris, “We are making history,” with the introduction of last week’s Regulation of the Termination of Pregnancy Bill in the Dáil.

And, whatever your views concerning the introduction of abortion services in this country, it’s true that, since last May’s referendum to repeal the Eight Amendment, we are indeed making history by legalising this, shall we say, ‘medical procedure,’ making it available, without any cost barrier, for those who want it or who need it.

However, in our already overstretched and over stressed joke of a healthcare system, which is about to enter the usual annual winter trolley-crisis cock-up, and where over 718,000 patients, many of them elderly, are agonisingly waiting on a hospital appointment, I’d like to ask if, given the obvious sensitive against-the-clock nature of undergoing a pregnancy termination, does this mean this service will now be taking priority over other services? And if so, in light of the Irish Hospital Consultants Association’s annual conference which was held in our neighbouring county Galway last week, and where president Dr. Donal O’Hanlon told us there is a ‘chronic shortage of consultants, beds and other facilities in the health service,’ with five hundred permanent hospital consultant posts remaining ‘unfilled,’ I’m gonna go out on a limb here and ask how deluded does Simon

Harris have to be to believe this new free abortion initiative, (vital though it is), will run smoothly?

Thankfully, I have never been in a so-called crisis pregnancy situation, (although I was a teenage mother), I do understand there are a million reasons why a woman chooses to terminate her pregnancy, and I’ve always tried to remain wholly objective when writing about this very emotive and heartbreaking subject because while I know it’s a personal decision, I also believe it’s an extremely painful one.

Over the years, I have personally supported, held the trembling hands, and shed what seemed like the perpetual tears of despair with friends who have undergone terminations.

I have equally held the hands and shared in the overwhelming anguish of those who have fought tooth and nail to either become pregnant or indeed, to carry their precious babies to full term. And so, with total impartiality, and I hope, sensitivity, I’d like to say that if accessing our new abortion services will not carry a price tag, (which is perfectly acceptable), I would fully agree with those who call for any costs relating to maternity services, which are also equally a major part of our primary healthcare system, to also be universally available to those who need it. I mean fair is fair after all! However, the question still remains…where is all the money coming from Simon?

Mind you, I’d say all in all, last week was quite a busy time for our little nation with the introduction of the controversial legislation that brings stringent rules and regulations around the sale of alcoholic drinks passing through all stages of the Dáil, thus paving the way for Big Brother to introduce procedures around placing cancer warnings, minimum unit pricing, advertising restrictions, a broadcasting watershed, and the segregation of the aul uisce beatha etc., from other products in supermarkets in the vain hope it’ll reduce our alcohol consumption.

Now while this Bill, described by Simon Harris as being “ground breaking legislation,” clearly represents a milestone for this country, (and given it has been before the Oireachtas since 2015, I’d say he’s delira to see the back of it), I do agree and empathise that, in many Irish households, (not all), alcohol consumption has caused enormous devastation to families; however, while this highly significant legislative step might make it look like our government is doing something, it remains my opinion that moderate alcohol consumption in a reasonable manner will not negatively affect our society.

So Simon, instead of banning the booze, and treating us all like inebriated dipsos, why not become proactive in rolling out a comprehensive education and advocacy service regarding its misuse and abuse?

We owe Emma a debt of gratitude She could have spent every waking hour she had with her family, however, the heroine that was Emma Mhic Mhathúna whose cervical screening slides were misread, resulting in a failure to pick up abnormalities leading to her being diagnosed with cervical cancer, used what precious little time she had left on this earth to fight for social justice for women like you, me and her five babies. This young mother of five, this boundless warrior, had a singular determination to fight the battle for truth, and fight she did; however, last week, Emma died without ever managing to secure the one thing she strove to achieve… full and unconditional accountability for her devastating circumstances. You see, despite the fact negligence was proven, liability was admitted and she received a settlement of €7.5m; today, as I write, CervicalCheck has still not ordered an investigation to ascertain what went wrong with the entire programme!

Emma Mhic Mhathúna, may she rest in peace.

While I feel absolutely heartbroken for

Emma’s family, and for the 221 other women directly affected by this devastating cancer scandal, (however it’s likely that not all of these 221 women at the centre of this debacle who got wrong test results are victims of negligence), I must point out that the importance of the CervicalCheck screening programme should never be underestimated.

I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again; I believe, beyond a doubt, that a routine CervicalCheck saved my life; it picked up my, let’s call them, ‘invasive’ cells, and I would urge all women not to lose confidence in this vital service.

Emma Mhic Mhathúna made an enormous impact on this world, one that far transcended her fight for the truth. Never hesitant to speak her mind, this eloquent human being effortlessly traversed the worlds of motherhood and influential activist; may she rest in peace.

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Hamrock’s

Athleague, Co. Roscommon.

Tel.: (090) 6663325 Saturday, 13th October:

Shane Moore

Boyle guitarist releases new album Boyle based guitarist Frankie Simon has released a new 16-track album titled ‘Ireland West Guitar’. The album features original compositions by Frankie along with his own arrangements of traditional tun es.

As a guitarist, he says his technique is to a great extent influenced by players

of other instruments, particularly the flute players of north Roscommon/ south Sligo. On some tune selections Frankie is accompanied by the excellent musicianship of Padraig McGovern (pipes), Matt McGranaghan (fiddle) and Paul Gurney (accordion).

Lending an eclectic dimension to the album

are two tracks ‘The Blue Grasshopper’ and ‘The Tempest/The Cherokee’ which nod in the direction of Bluegrass.

Videos of Frankie playing one of the CD’s fiery selections are available on his website. The album is available on CD or as a download with 10 bonus tracks from www. irelandwestguitar.com.

The Brewery MARKET SQUARE, ROSCOMMON

Telephone: 090 6626225

Friday 12th October

Saturday 13th Octobber:

Live Music

Clandestinos

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

Pictured at Jack L at the Arts Centre on Saturday last were Mary and Sean O’Brien and Maggie McKenna.

Faces & Places

Sunday 14th October:

Jack L at the Arts Centre

4 Fields Over

Photographs: Michelle Hughes Walsh

6PM IN THE MIDDLE BAR

Pictured at Jack L at the Arts Centre on Saturday last were Conor and Helen Dowling and David and Siobhan Weir.

Pictured at Jack L at the Arts Centre on Saturday last were Sarah Kinsley and Kathleen Keegan.

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

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Pictured at Jack L at the Arts Centre on Saturday last were Aoife Costello, Orla Donnelly and Noreen Fallon.

Pictured at Jack L at the Arts Centre on Saturday last were Margaret Byrne and Antoinette O’Dwyer.

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Pictured at Hamrock’s on Sunday night celebrating Athleague’s Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship win were cousins Alan Moore and David Flaherty. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at Hamrock’s on Sunday night celebrating Athleague’s Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship win were Eoghan Coyle, Pat Nolan and Enda Naughton. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at Hamrock’s on Sunday night celebrating Athleague’s Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship win were Sarah and Robbie Fallon, David Flaherty and Emma Kelly. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

s e c a l P & Faces Celebrating Athleague’s Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship win Hamrock’s, Athleague Photographs: Michelle Hughes Walsh Pictured at Hamrock’s on Sunday night celebrating Athleague’s Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship win were Michael Flanagan, Cormac Lavin, Eamon Flanagan and Conor Lavin. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at Hamrock’s on Sunday night celebrating Athleague’s Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship win were Gary Fallon, David Delaney, Niall Connolly and Mossy Connaughton.

Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at Hamrock’s on Sunday night celebrating Athleague’s Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship win were Pat Nolan, Eoghan Coyle, Shane Moore and Ben McGahon. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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NEW TO THE MARKET

TRIEN, CASTLEREA, ROSCOMMON, F45VW52

Impressive 6 bedroom detached dormer style residence (190 Sq.m) with detached garage (32 Sq.m) situated on a most prime elevated site offering breathtaking views over picturesque countryside. Conveniently set between the Towns of Williamstown and Castlerea, Ireland West Airport Knock is a 30 min drive. Finished to an extremely high standard overall, a quality family home is now presented to the marketplace and all enquiries are now invited. Viewing is a must.

Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001 AMV: €220,000

DUE TO CANCELLATION

A quality residence at Castle Street, Roscommon town

CLOVERHILL, ROSCOMMON, CO. ROSCOMMON

RSR OFFE R O F E T A E FINAL DY 19th OC TOB A D I FR 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. The 3 Bed residence is in need of refurbishment and offers obvious potential as a quality family home conveniently located opposite Cloverhill National School. The lands offer dual road frontage onto the main Castlerea/Castlebar road and a side road thus holding potential for a residential site subject to planning. This said sale must offer any would be purchaser an excellent opportunity to acquire an attractive roadside parcel of lands in a good farming district which can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate.

Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001 AMV: €400,000

NEW TO THE MARKET

9 COILTE BO, LOUGHGLYNN, ROSCOMMON, F45DW66

This quality 3 bedroom home comes to the market in good condition both internally and externally. The property is situated in a small residential estate in Loughlynn, 5 minutes from Castlerea Town. This home provides spacious living accommodation in a village setting, yet close to Towns and Knock Airport is only 25 minutes away.

Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001 AMV: €80,000

VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

17 HAWTHORN DRIVE, ROSCOMMON, ROSCOMMON, F42HC96

Quality 4 bedroom detached residence well maintained by its present owners and located in a much sought after residential location close to Roscommon town and all amenities. The said residence stands on a large mature site area and has the benefit of 2 no. entrances.

Accommodation comprises briefly of a reception hallway, Living room, kitchen, sitting room/dining room, utility room, 4 bedrooms and family bathroom. Enquiries to view and offers invited.

Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy 090 663 0001 AMV: €245,000 REA Seamus Carthy have experienced a surge in residential sales in various locations and in close proximity to Roscommon Town. We currently have a high volume of clients seeking all types of properties.

Please contact Seamus Carthy confidentially if you are considering selling

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

Castle Street, Roscommon, for which final offers are invited by the 18th of October. Asking price is €150,000.

Seamus Carthy of REA Seamus Carthy reports that there has been a large volume of interest in this four-bedroomed residence at Castle Street, Roscommon, for which final offers are invited by the 18th of October. Asking price is €150,000.

Seamus is now inviting potential purchasers to make an offer over the next week or so with a view to bringing the sale to a conclusion.

Seamus says this is a rare opportunity to acquire a quality four-bedroomed detached family home in this sought after residential location convenient to all amenities in Roscommon Town. Overlooking Roscommon Castle, this property is majestically set on a mature site.

The property already comes with the benefit of large, landscaped windows that, Seamus comments, even Dermot Bannon (RTE celebrity architect) would be proud of!

Says Seamus: “If you have the imagination, vision and tenacity, an opportunity exists to buy at exceptional value for money. This could be your dream home in a quality location”.

Viewings highly recommended. Final offers will be accepted on or before Thursday, 18th of October.

Please contact Seamus Carthy at REA Seamus Carthy on 090-6630001.

Clean sweep at auction for Earley’s – with €565,000 in sales Property Partners Earley, Roscommon are pleased to report the very successful multi lot public auction that they conducted on Thursday last in the Central Bar, Roscommon town saw three prime Roscommon properties going under the hammer.

A prime residential holding of lands containing approx. 89.4 acres located at Clooncoose South & Cloonroughan was the top performer of the day when selling for a combined sum of €465,000.

The property attracted an overall offer of €400,000 for the entire but was eventually sold in the following lots – Lot 2: approx. 61.28 acres with residence and farmyard selling for €300,000; Lot 3: approx. 14.25 acres selling for €100,000; Lot 4: approx. 13.9 acres selling for €65,000. Solicitors with carriage of sale were Dermot M MacDermott & Co., Castlerea.

The former CBS property located at Abbeytown, Roscommon town attracted very strong pre-auction interest and opened on the floor at €40,000. After

Clooncoose South & Cloonroughan, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon

a competitive bidding contest it was eventually knocked down at €50,000.

Solicitors with carriage of sale were Mahon Sweeney & Co., Roscommon.

Also on the day, a primely located threebedroomed dormer-style residence located at Toobrackan, Ballaghaderreen,

Co. Roscommon was sold for €50,000, which represented excellent value. Solicitors with carriage of sale were Dermot M MacDermott & Co., Castlerea.

John Earley (FIPAV), who conducted the auction, reported: “We experienced very strong interest

in all lots pre-auction and witnessed very competitive bidding on the auction floor. All properties sold for satisfactory prices and I am pleased to say that we had a 100% success rate”.

Mr. Earley said that they now require similar properties for the extensive

list of underbidders who registered for the auction.

For further details or a free appraisal of your property contact Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log on to www.propertypartners.ie/ earley.

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Prime Corraun Village property new to the market John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley is this week offering new to the market a luxury four-bedroomed dormerstyle residence of c. 1,810 sq.ft. finished to a very high standard located at 9, Corraun Village, Racecourse Road, Roscommon town.

John describes the property as “a quality four-bedroomed dormer residence, finished to the highest standard in this quality development close to Roscommon town centre.

Gardenstown, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon.

“This property offers spacious living accommodation throughout and has the benefit of side access to a large rear garden area. Altogether this is a quality property to come on the market for which the auctioneers now invite viewings and all offers to sell”.

For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.

Prime 72-acre farm hits the market at Earley’s John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market a quality and renowned farms of lands containing approx. 72 acres all set out in one lot and located at Gardenstown, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon.

John describes the lands as “a highly attractive holding of lands containing approx. 72 acres together with a substantial farmyard servicing same”.

The said lands are located in a

select agricultural district and are prime dual purposes grounds.

The said farmyard comprises briefly of: a 4-bay storage shed (two bays with roller full eve height electric roller doors); a 4-bay back to back cattle shed (half slatted) with lean tos; 4-bay full slatted shed with central passage; a 5-bay single slatted shed; cattle crush and pen; turn out pen; large concrete yardway with two silage slabs.

Mr. Earley said: “Rarely does

such a high quality farm of lands come available in this region and the auctioneers now invite immediate viewing and all offers to sell”.

To arrange maps or for further details contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@ propertypartners.ie or log on to www.propertypartners.ie. Find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/ propertypartnersearley.

9, Corraun Village, Racecourse Road, Roscommon town.

PROPERTY PARTNERS

EARLEY

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Public Auction Wedneday 31st October 2018 at 3pm in the Central Bar, Roscommon town (unless previously sold) A superior farm of lands containing approx. 168

A superior holding of lands containing approx. 150

acres located at

GRANGE, FOURMILEHOUSE, CO. ROSCOMMON

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One of Roscommon’s most superior farms containing approx. 168 acres set out in one lot.

The said lands are dual purpose limestone lands and are located in a renowned farming district, close to Roscommon town, off the Tulsk Road, the N61 • A superior farm all in grass.

• Watered and fenced with a benefit of a substantial farm yard servicing same offering: • Approx. 28 bays of slatted units with lie backs incorporated in 3 no. barns • Approx.20 bays dry stock sheds incorporated in 2 no. large barns • Approx. 12 bay general storage sheds • Approx. 6 bay machinery shed and various other stores off extensive concrete yard way • 2 no. silage slabs • 5 bay hay barn store • Grain Bins Services include: electricity, mains , private water supply and selling with the benefit of approx. €25,000 worth of entitlements and Greening payments LEGAL: JENNIFER LIDDY FEHILLY, MESSERS LIDDY NEILAN & CO. ROSCOMMON. 090 66 27498.

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A quality holding of lands all set out in one lot. In general, the majority of the said lands are of top quality, renowned in the area for their fattening and finishing qualities. Also incorporating lands with lake frontage. The said lands have been substantially improved in recent years including reseeding, complete fencing programme, inner service roadway, drinkers in all paddocks, a yard way which incorporates a four bay straw bedded calving shed with cattle crush and pen servicing. Also a 3 bay hay storage barn with lean tos off together with a holding pen and crush set to the side.

Altogether this is a prime farm of lands located in a prime agricultural heartland and the auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell.

LEGAL: MR PETER MAGUIRE, MESSERS VINCENT & BEATTY, 67/68 FITZWILLIAM SQUARE, DUBLIN. 01 634 0000.

FULL LEGAL PACKS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION FROM 2PM ON THE DAY OF THE AUCTION OR IN ADVANCE FROM THE APPOINTED SOLICITOR.

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Institute of Professional Auctioneer & Valuers

Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon. Tel: (090) 6626579 / 6626796 Email: jearley@propertypartners.ie PSRA Licence No. 001481

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NO. 20 ABBEYVILLE, GALWAY ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN F42 K253 Quality 3 bedroom property finished to a high standard and being sold fully furnished. This spacious residence is situated in the sought after 1st phase overlooking the green and complex.

Accommodation consists – entrance hallway, sitting room, open plan kitchen/dining room with downstairs toilet. First floor – 3 bedrooms (master ensuite) and family bathroom.

Outside, cobble lock drive and large corner back garden.

REF: D01350/15 BER C2 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET

APARTMENT 20, OAKWOOD RETIREMENT VILLAGE, ATHLONE ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN F42 R256 Quality 2 bedroom ground floor apartment located in the exclusive Oakwood Retirement Village within walking distance to the County Hospital, Hannons’ hotel and all town amenities.

Presented for sale in turnkey condition and fully furnished. Accommodation includes open plan kitchen/dining/ living area with quality fitted kitchen and all appliances fitted.

Feature fireplace with oak flooring and attractive coving.

2 large bedrooms, both with fitted wardrobes and fully tiled bathroom with electric shower.

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NEW TO THE MARKET

NO 5 SHANNON GROVE, BALLYLEAGUE, LANESBORO, CO. ROSCOMMON N39 H018 Impressive 4-bedroom residence nestled in the popular residential area of Shannon Grove, just off the main Roscommon/Lanesboro route. Situated in the sought after front row.

This property would make an ideal family home overlooking the green area, as its spacious interior boasts both superior and tasteful design.

Accommodation briefly includes, Entrance Hallway, Sitting Room, Kitchen/ Dining, Utility, 4 Bedrooms (Ensuite) and 2 Bathrooms Ref: D01352/14 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET

CLOONBRACKNA AVENUE, ROSCOMMON TOWN, CO ROSCOMMON Quality 4 Bedroom Bungalow, located in a much sought after residential area and situated within walking distance of Roscommon Town Centre and all its amenities. Excellent layout with large private garden to rear.

Accommodation Briefly: Entrance Hallway, 4 Bedrooms, Sitting Room, Kitchen/Dining Room and 2 Bathrooms.

Ref: 25/D0288

Church Street, Roscommon town, CO. ROSCOMMON TEL: 090 6627878 FAX: 090 6627877 E-mail info@oates.ie Website: www.oates.ie

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

Ballincurry, Glinsk, Ballymoe, Co. Roscommon

Five-bedroomed residence on one-acre site For sale with Oates Auctioneers in Roscommon is this five-bedroomed two-storey residence on circa one acre at Ballincurry, Glinsk, Ballymoe, Co. Roscommon.

This spacious residence is situated on c. one acre of beautifully lawned and landscaped gardens. Finished to a high standard, this property offers

entrance hall, kitchen, dining room, sitting room, utility, five bedrooms (one of which is used as an office) and two bathrooms.

There are lawned and landscaped back and front gardens with raised patio and garden shed (with potbelly stove) which is 600 sq.ft. in size.

The property is centrally located c. 12

miles from Roscommon Town, c. 1.5 miles from Glinsk N.S. and three miles from Creggs N.S. Shops, Church and pubs are all within 1.5 miles.

All enquiries to Oates Auctioneers Ltd., Church Street, Roscommon town, Co. Roscommon. Tel: 090-6627878.

Email: info@oates.ie, see www. oates.ie

Bungalow new to the market in Ballinaheglish New to the market with Ivan Connaughton Auctioneers is this threebedroomed bungalow at Ballinaheglish, Co. Roscommon.

This very attractive bungalow has just arrived on the market in excellent condition. Standing on a large corner site of c.

0.64 acres, the property is within a short distance to Ballinaheglish Village and approximately 15 minutes drive from Roscommon Town and all its amenities.

There is an extensive array of outbuildings to one side of the house with separate access from the main road.

Accommodation includes: reception hallway, sitting room, kitchen/din-

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ing room, utility room, three double bedrooms (master ensuite) and main bathroom.

Features include large

garden to the side, tarmacadamed driveway to front, cast iron gates at entrance, oil-fired central heating, traditional stone wall to front.

For further information on this property and to arrange a viewing contact the office on 090-6663700 or info@ connaughtonauctioneers.ie

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UNIT 5, BALLYPHEASAN HOUSE, €110,000

UNIT 4, HARRISON CENTRE,

NO 29 ARDSALLAGH WOODS €270,000

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ROSCOMMON TOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON

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RACECOURSE ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN

Prime commercial unit comprising c. 770.sq. ft situated in a prime area of Roscommon Town within walking distance to the town centre. With a high volume of passing traffic, ample parking to the rear and located just off Goff Street, Roscommon Town.

BER No. 800456451

Modern bright spacious retail/office unit with ground floor and first floor. Pivotally located within the Harrison Centre, which is a mixed retail centre adjacent to major retailers including Tesco, Supervalu etc. Unit comprises of a ground floor area of 84 square metres with an office area of 14 square metres, first floor area of 50 square metres, kitchenette/store room area of 15 square metres, male & female WC combined area of 3 square metres.

Call Padraig Burke: 090 6627200

Spacious five bed roomed detached property with a large private garden. Tasteful decor throughout.

Three bedrooms on the ground floor including one en-suite and two bedrooms plus a family bathroom.

Two large bedrooms on the first floor, including one en-suite. Tarmacadam driveway and landscaped gardens. Ideal family home. Adjacent to Roscommon County Hospital & close proximity to Hannon’s Hotel & Roscommon Golf Club. Ber No. 11077111

5 bed roomed detached house located in the much sought after estate. Similar finish as per show house.

Hallway: Polished porcelain tiled flooring; staircase as per show house; sitting room: timber flooring, fitted fireplace. French double doors to kitchen.

Kitchen: fitted kitchen (appliances not included) tiled flooring, utility room: tiled flooring, cloak room: tiled floor and walls, dining room: timber flooring. Energy rating to be improved to B1 – B3. Fully manicured garden. BER No. 108911546

Call Padraig Burke: 090 6627200

Call Padraig Burke: 090 6627200

Call Padraig Burke: 090 6627200

TO LET

€225,000

It’s not just about property. It’s about people.

PSRA No. 001316

GOFF STREET, ROSCOMMON TOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON

Sherry FitzGerald launches mySherryfitz.ie A new digital hub for making offers, booking viewings and online chat

Launch of new website and mySherryFitz portal gives 24-hour access to your property journey with Sherry FitzGerald P. Burke Sherry FitzGerald has announced that it has launched its unique customer communication hub, mySherryfitz.ie, which offers an online platform to give registered users 24-hour access to their property journey and estate agents outside of normal office hours.

When a buyer registers for mySherryFitz, which is password protected, they will get 24-hour access to the bespoke Sherry FitzGerald system so that they can arrange viewings, make property enquiries and place offers at a time that suits them.

The complete openness and simplicity around making and viewing existing offers will make the process a lot more time efficient and engaging for the buyer.

Vendors will also benefit, as a system that is easy and convenient to use will attract more potential buyers as the property is accessible 24 hours a day.

On mySherryFitz buyers will have a progress tracker, which is a tool that guides them through their journey, ensuring that they are prepared and alerted as to what they need to do

next. This will help avoid unnecessary delays during the sale of a property.

Padraig Burke of Sherry FitzGerald, P Burke in Roscommon explains: “MySherryfitz is the next stage in how we are evolving our digital customer service offering, a resource which will support our customers, our team, our brand and our network.

“The new era for Sherry FitzGerald is the proposition which marries the best people with the best physical and digital experience enabling our customers to interact with us where and when they want and through the channel of their choice.

“We have always been and will continue to be a people business. This new digital communication platform supports our strategy of being local, supporting communities and being available as we strive to deliver an excellent service by providing a more accessible service which will enable us to focus even more on helping you through every step of your journey through to purchase.

“This new digital offering gives our buyers more convenient ways of communicating with us, whenever they wish, at a time that suits them. This is an exciting time for our company as we embrace technological innovation and continually strive towards providing our clients with the very best customer experience, supported by our best people in the belief that it’s not just about property – it’s about people,” concluded Mr. Burke.

Padraig Burke, Managing Director of Sherry FitzGerald P. Burke with staff members David Flynn and Nicola Beirne.

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cathal o’brien

estate agent MIPAV the housesold name CLEABOY, BALLINTUBBER, CO. ROSCOMMON MOB. 087 261 3617 – TEL. 094 96 55313 www.cathalobrien.ie • Email: info@cathalobrien.ie

NEW TO THE MARKET For sale c.23.22 acres of lands with two storey dwelling and sheds located at

Killosolan and Ticooly, Mountbellew, Co. Galway (Estate of John Finnerty Deceased) On offer is C.23.22 Acres of good quality grazing lands renowned in the locality with extensive road frontage on all.

Standing on the said lands is an original 3 Bed Two Storey Dwelling in good condition, Range of farm buildings thereon including straw bedded shed C.42Ft. x 30ft, crush and pen etc, Overall an attractive small holding to come on the market in a good farming district and located in this quiet countryside setting close to Mountbellew and convenient to Caltra. The property speaks for itself in quality and location and will be offered in the following lots by private treaty sale.

Lot 1. Entire Farm, Residence and outbuildings on C.23.22 Acres, Folio GY36830 Lot 2. Residence and outbuildings on C.8.84 Acres at Killosolan.

Lot 3. Lands opposite Dwelling, C.6 Acres at Killosolan.

Lot 4. Lands of Ticooly C.8.84 Acres.

Legal: Anne Walsh, Concannon and Meagher Solicitors, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.

Immediate enquiries now invited by the sole selling agents.

CALLAGHAN AUCTIONEERING • Auctioneers • Estate Agents • Valuers

NEW TO THE MARKET

CO. GALWAY OUGHTA, GLINSK Prime c. 33 Acre Roadside Holding of Lands • Without doubt this is one of the best located farms to come on the market in the Glinsk/North Galway area for some time – Glinsk Village less than c. 2 miles.

• The lands are presently in grass and are on both sides of the road with the benefit of road frontage and independent accesses.

• C. 17 acres with cattle pen and crush together with c. 16 acres opposite including derelict single storey dwellinghouse.

• Water laid on.

• Mains electric fence.

• Offers will be considered for the entire or in lots.

• Immediate viewing recommended.

Further particulars from Roderick McCrann Esq., T.V. McCrann, Solicitors, Church Street, Roscommon or the Auctioneers

The Square, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon Telephone: 094 96 20102 Web: www.callaghanauctioneering.com Email: info@callaghanauctioneering.com Licence Number 001222

125 acres for sale by public auction Strong interest in Curraghboy lands This week Hughes & Company, Abbey Street, Roscommon are reporting that interest is growing in 125 acres which they have for sale at Curraghboy Village.

The lands are being offered for Public Auction in the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon on Friday, 2nd of November 2018 at 4 pm.

The lands were excellently farmed over the last number of years and are located in one block in the centre of Curraghboy village. The also have direct access onto Lough Funshinagh.

Pat Hughes is confirming that enquiries coming in are from both locals and from

outside the area, including as far away as Limerick.

For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

Open viewing this Saturday

can also be made if open viewing cannot be attended.

Accommodation consists of: reception hallway, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, utility room. On the first floor there are three bedrooms in all and a main bathroom.

For further details on this property contact the office on 090-6663700 or email on info@connaughtonauctioneers.ie

Lands with frontage on to Hind River Pat Hughes says Hughes & Company recently placed on the market circa 14 acres of land at Fearagh, Ballymurray.

The lands are contained in two plots, consisting of circa seven acres, each with frontage onto the Hind River.

For further information Cloontymullen, Kilteevan, Roscommon or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

Six-bedroomed residence for rent To rent this week with Hughes & Company is a six-bedroomed dormer bungalow on a circa one-acre site located at Lisnaville, Fuerty. The residence is finished to a high standard and has the benefit of oil-fired central heating.

For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

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

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON FRIDAY 2ND NOVEMBER AT 4 P.M. IN THE ABBEY HOTEL, ABBEYTOWN, ROSCOMMON

Great interest in Strokestown residence Located on Elphin Street in Strokestown is this three-bedroomed townhouse, offering unlimited potential.

The property is in need of renovations internally but has a lot to offer being located in the town of Strokestown with access to the rear from the Elphin Street.

The size internally is deceptively large and the property would be ideally suited for the first time buyer market or indeed as an investment opportunity due to the lack of supply of suitable rental properties.

Due to the large volume of enquiries, Connaughton Auctioneers are hosting an open viewing this Saturday, 13th of October 11 am-12 noon), with no need for prior booking. Alternative arrangements

Auctioneers & Valuers PRSA no. 001090

Offers of over €80,000 can land this beauty!

Hughes & Company have for sale at Cloontymullen, Kilteevan, Roscommon an attractive three-bedroomed cottage known locally as ‘The Fisherman’s Cottage’.

Accommodation consists of a living room, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, utility and three bedrooms. The residence stands on a circa half-acre site in a nice rural setting and is located half a mile off the main Lanesboro to Roscommon Road. The property has the benefit of oil-fired central heating.

Pat Hughes will accept offers in excess of €80,000 for this quaint cottage.

For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

Circa 125 acre Residential Farm for the reps of Maura Murray, Deceased, in Curraghboy Village. All of the Lands are of top quality and located in a renowned farming area with the benefit of lake frontage onto Lough Funshinagh.

The Residence is a three bedroomed farmhouse in need of modernisation with some stores to the rear.

For further details or to make an appointment to view contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com LEGAL:- JOHN O’CARROLL, SOLICITOR, MELLOTTE O’CARROLL SOLICITORS, 11 PEARSE STREET, ATHLONE, CO. WESTMEATH. PH. 090 64 92014 __________________________________________

FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY OR PUBLIC AUCTION AT A LATER DATE At Castle Street, Roscommon

A 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. The Property also contains living accommodation 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 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 9646744 __________________________________________

NEW TO THE MARKET FOR SALE At Hawthorn Drive, Roscommon

An attractive 4 Bedroomed Dormer Bungalow on a large private site. Accommodation consists of a Sitting Room, Kitchen Cum Dining Room, 3 downstairs Bedrooms, Bathroom with one En-suite. Upstairs consists of a large office area / play area and a bathroom with en-suite. The residence has the benefit of a large garage to the rear and is situated in one of Roscommon’s most sought after areas.

For further information or to make an appointment to view contact the__________________________________________ office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com

Urgently Required Aftergrass until 17th March 2018 Large and small amounts considered __________________________________________

Due to recent sales Hughes & Company are urgently looking for 2 & 3 Bedroomed Town Houses in Convent Court or any area in Roscommon Town for disappointed underbidder

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

FOOT CLINIC ROSCOMMON – MOLLOYS PHARMACY (Monday to Saturday) Also available in Boyle & Athlone -------Chiropody treatment and all aspects of Foot Pain.

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GIFT VOUCHER CARDS AVAILABLE Castlerea & Roscommon

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Department of Health Approved Every Monday Tully’s Total Health Pharmacy Main Street, Castlerea

Telephone: Mobile: This driving School conforms for the new RSA regulations & legislation

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

CHIROPRACTOR ROSCOMMON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC

Tel. (094) 98 80281 Mob. (087) 2031909 Website: www.dockerydriving.ie RSA Approved Driving Instructor

Specialising in:

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Telephone: 086 8433433

Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon.

David Connor BSC (Hon.) Chiro. MSc. Chiropractic Association of Ireland

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NO FIX NO FEE PC Maintenance – Upgrades, Repairs, Virus & Spyware removal.

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

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

Chainsaw work also available

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For further details contact Mary 087 6162191 or Barra 087 9764250

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PROPERTIES TO LET/RENT/WANTED  TO LET: 4 bed detached house to let Abbeyville, Galway Road, O.F.C.H. Newly painted and new carpets fitted. Close to all ammenities, excellent condition, references required. Tel: 086 3857078  TO LET: One bed apartment to let adjacent to hospital on Athlone Road, Roscommon Town also room in sharing house. Tel: 087 8048853  4 BED HOUSE TO RENT: Roscommont town, dual central heating, excellent condition. Tel: 086 1676120  ROOM TO LET: Double ensuite room to let in Roscommon town, would suit professional/mature person.

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ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Mark Keaveney, hereby give notice that I am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission to erect a dwelling house and domestic garage/fuel store and construct a septic tank and percolation area and all associated site works at Aghagower, Castlecoote, Co. Roscommon.

Signed: Lo-Homes Limited Tonamaddy, Creggs, Co. Roscommon.

Tel.: 090 6621941 Mobile: 086 8551835 The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Padraig Power and Claire Connaughton intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to construct dormer/ single storey dwelling, domestic garage, proprietary effluent treatment unit and percolation area, and planning, associated site development works and services at Coolshaghtena, Co. Roscommon.

Signed: Gaynor Architectural + Design Services Ltd. Architects Fallon Avenue, Roscommon.

Phone: 090 6626974 Mobile: 086 8115449 The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Fergal Greene for planning permission to retain existing slatted and dry bed shed with silage slab and all ancillary site works at Kilbegley, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon.

Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon Ph Office: 090 6627950 Andy: 086 3646210 James: 087 8228529 info@morrislohan.ie.

The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made 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 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, Andrew Mulvey am applying to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to construct dwelling house and domestic garage with treatment system and percolation area and carryout all ancillary site works at Garrynagawna, Athlone, Co. Roscommon.

Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, Castle Street, Roscommon Ph Office: 090 6627950 Andy 086 3646210 James 087 8228529 info@morrislohan.ie.

The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made 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 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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PUBLIC NOTICE STATUTORY NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF ANGELA McHUGH, DECEASED LATE OF 16 PARK VIEW, LISNAMULT, ROSCOMMON AND FORMERLY OF ROCKFIELD, DONAMON, COUNTY OF ROSCOMMON NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 49 of the Succession Act, 1965 that particulars in writing of all claims against the estate of the abovenamed deceased who died on the 14th day of November 2017, Probate of whose Will was granted to the Executors on the 3rd day of August 2018, should be furnished to the undersigned Solicitors for the Executors on or before the 15th day of November 2018 after which date the assets will be distributed having regard only to the claims furnished.

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES O’GRADY Helen

ROUGHNEEN Tom

Ballyleague, Lanesborough, Co. Roscommon (28th Anniversary)

Golf Links Road, Roscommon Who died on 13th October 2017 (1st Anniversary)

Moneen, Bridle, Williamstown, Co Galway Who died on 12th October 2017 (1st Anniversary)

On the First Anniversary of Tom’s death, his wife Rita, children Aine, Alan and Maria, daughter-in-law Kathryn, sons-in-law Liam and Adrian and his grandchildren would like to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised and supported them in their sad loss.

To all the kind people who provided food and refreshment and helped in anyway, we are extremely grateful.

To Tom’s wonderful friends who were so faithful in visiting him in the final months of his illness, it is something we will always remember.

We wish to thank all those people who attended the Removal and the Requiem Mass despite the inclement weather, to all who sent Mass Cards, enrolment cards and messages of sympathy. A special word of thanks to Fr. Joe Fitzgerald for celebrating such a lovely Mass, at short notice. A thank you to the choir for their beautiful music during the Mass also to Fr. Sean Beirne and Mons. Travers for their support and kindness. A thank you to Fr. John Cullen who visited Tom regularly during the final months of his illness.

A big thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at Roscommon University Hospital for their professional care and consideration and a special thank you to the Pallative Care Team for their kindness and support to us in Tom’s final days. To Dr. Paraic Brennan who was Tom’s G.P. for forty years, a special thank you.

A word ot thanks to serving and retired members of An Garda Siochana for their Guard of Honour at the Removal and the Funeral Mass, it was much appreciated.

A big thank you, to Tom and Pat Smyth for their professional help and consideration especially with all the extra work involved because of storm Ophelia also to the grave diggers who prepared Tom’s final resting place.

As it would be impossible to thank everybody individually, we hope that you will accept this notice as an expression of our deep gratitude and appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions.

First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Sunday, 14th October at 12.15pm.

A loving husband, dad and granddad too, Each one of us thought the world of you For us you always did your best May God now grant you eternal rest Quickly and quietly came your call Without farewell you left us all In the blink of an eye you fell asleep But memories of you we will always keep We did not know that morning what sorrow the day would bring When a heart of gold stopped beating And we couldn’t do a thing It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone For a part of us went with you The day God called you Home We never fail to think of you We never cease to care We only wish we could go home And find you waiting there

Time may pass and fade away.

But silent thoughts and memories stay.

No longer in our lives to share.

But in our hearts you are always there.

Sadly missed by Donal and family. ~~~~~~~~~~~~

O’GRADY Helen Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon (28th Anniversary) In loving memory of a dear sister Helen who died on 15th October 1990 Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure You are loved beyond words And missed beyond measure.

Remembered always by your brother, sisters and their families.

Anniversary Mass in The Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague on Saturday, 13th October at 7pm.

RUDDEN Vera Rathmore, Four Mile House, Co. Roscommon (12th Anniversary) In loving memory of a dear wife and mother, who died on the 14th October 2006

Those we love remain with us, For love itself lives on, And cherished memories never fade, Because a loved one’s gone.

Those we love can never be, More than a thought apart, For as long as there is memory, They’ll live on in the heart.

Loved and missed by all the family.

DOWLING (nee Dowd) Teresa Carnagh, Kiltoom, Athlone (2nd Anniversary)

KELLY Paul Carrowdangan, Four-Mile-House, Co. Roscommon Who died on 15th October 2014 R.I.P. (4th Anniversary)

Cherished memories of our mother Teresa who passed away on 9th October 2016 Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard, but always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear

Lovingly remembered by all your family Anniversary Mass in St. John’s Church on Friday, 12th October at 7pm.

Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

Always remembered and sadly missed by his parents Pat and Mary, sisters Sandra and Grace, nieces Kara and Elina, brother-in-law Chris, and extended family.

Anniversary Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Ballinaheglish on Sunday, 14th October at 11am.

KENNY Patrick (Paddy)

In Loving Memory of Paddy, the best husband, father and grandfather anyone could ask for, who slipped away quietly and unassumingly on an Autumn day one year ago. A simple life, lived full of hope and gratitude. Loved and cherished by all who knew him.

A hearty laugh, a kind heart, a self less being, a helpful neighbour, a solid advisor and rock. Our lives are the better for having shared the road with you Paddy. You are gone from our sight but never forgotten.

Love has no end. Rest in Peace until we meet again. All we ask is that you remember Paddy in your own quiet way.

Ar Dheis Dé go Raibh a ainm Paddy’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Therese’s Church, Williamstown on Sunday, October 14th at 10.30am.

Sincere thanks to one and all for your kindness and support throughout this past year. It has been very much appreciated by us all.

Forever loved and missed by your wife Kathleen, son John, daughter AnneMarie, son-in-law Gerry and grandchildren Adam and Nathan.

COSTELLO Michael (Mike) Thornfield Drive, Lisnamult, Roscommon (7th Anniversary)

A smile can hide my sadness Tears can be wiped away But the heartache of losing you, will never go away.

Sadly missed by his loving wife Patsy.

Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Tuesday, 16th October at 10am.

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. M.R.M. 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. B.F.

DIFFLEY Gussie Quarry Springs, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon Who passed away on 15th September 2018

Gussie’s wife, Bernie and family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to their extended family, friends and neighbours for all their kindness and support during Gussie’s illness.

We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us during our sad loss. For all those who sent heartfelt cards, flowers and travelled long distances. For all the neighbours and friends who kindly brought food and helped out during this time, we will be forever grateful.

Sincere thanks to Fr. John Cullen, Fr. John Joe Gannon, Fr. Kieran Whitney, Fr. Kieran O’Flynn, Fr. Ray Milton and Fr. Donal Morris for concelebrating Gussies Funeral Mass. It was a beautiful ceremony of his life. We would like to thank Carmel McLoughlin and the Roscommon Solstice Choir for the beautiful and heartfelt music and singing during the Mass, also to Raymond and Áilish Diffley for their lovely singing.

A special word of thanks to the grave diggers who kindly prepared Gussies final resting place also to Tom and Pat Smyth for their compassion and professionalism and to all the people involved in the Guard of Honour, we are truly grateful.

We would like to express a sincere thank you to Dr. Crosby and all the doctors, nurses of UCHG and the nurses of the Palliative Care team who cared for Gussie during his illness.

As it is impossible to thank everybody individually, we hope you will accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude. Your kindness, support and goodness will never be forgotten.

A million times we’ve needed you A million times we’ve cried If love alone Could have saved you You never would have died.

In life we loved you dearly In death we love you still In our hearts you hold a place No one else can ever fill It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone Part of us went with you The day God took you Home

Gussies Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Saturday, 13th October at 7pm.

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES WALSH Kevin

O’DONOVAN Seamus

Donamon, Roscommon (17th Anniversary)

‘Parkhead’, Celtic Avenue, Roscommon 27th Anniversary occurs on 10th October

It does not take a special day for us to think of you Each Mass we hear each prayer we say Is offered up for you You live forever in our hearts and minds

Always remembered with love and sadly missed forever by all your family.

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

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered always by Anne, Paul, Simon, Eoin, Tara, Mary and John.

THOMPSON Margaret (nee Kennedy-Lydon) Ballyforan, Co. Roscommon Who died on 12th October 2017

We the family of the late Margaret Thompson wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with us on the sad loss of our much loved mother, grandmother, mother-in-law and great grand mother.

Heartfelt thanks to all who travelled from near and far to attend the Reposal, Removal, Funeral Mass and Burial.

Special thanks to those who telephoned, sent Mass Cards, enrolments, messages of condolence and floral tributes. Thanks especially to all who visited Mammy in her home. We are very grateful to our relations, neighbours and friends who called to our home to offer help and support. Thanks especially to those who provided food and refreshments over the days of the Funeral.

Sincere thanks to Fr. Francis Beirne for all the home visits and prayers and for the beautiful Homily and Funeral Mass. Thanks also to Fr. Raymond Milton who welcomed Mammy into Ballyforan Church after her Reposal. Thanks to the Altar Servers and the Choirs for their beautiful enhancement of the ceremony.

A very special thanks to Michael Dempsey, Undertaker for his kindness, professionalism and guidance. Thanks to the gravediggers who prepared Mammy’s final resting place with such care.

A very special thanks to Dr. Martin Daly and his team in Ballygar Health Centre for caring for Mammy so well over the years.

Thanks to the wonderful nurses from Palliative care Roscommon/Mayo Hospice who looked after Mammy so well during her final days, we are eternally grateful to you. Thanks also to her home help for all the care and kindness.

A special thanks to Dysart Community Centre and Sean Mulry for the provision of refreshments after the Funeral.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our grateful appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Margaret’s First Anniversary Mass will take place in St Joseph’s Church, Ballyforan on Friday, 12th October at 7pm.

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QUIRKE (Née Mullally) Bridget Frances Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon Who died on 16th October 2016 age 68 years. R.I.P. (2nd Anniversary)

Your life was love and labour, Your love for your family true, You did your best for all of us, We will always remember you.

God saw you getting tired, When a cure was not to be, He closed His arms around you, And whispered “Come to Me!” Our lives are all so different now, From what they used to be, All because you are not here, To share our company.

Life brings us happiness, But can quickly turn unkind, It brings a grief that’s hard to bear, For loved ones left behind.

Your resting place we visit, We place some flowers with care, But no one knows the heartache, As we turn and leave you there.

Lovingly remembered by all your family.

Anniversary Mass in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery on Friday, 19th October at 7pm.

O’KEEFFE (nee Lunt) Philomena (Doll) Castle Avenue, Castle St., Roscommon Who passed away on 8th October 2017

On the First Anniversary of the passing of Philomena (Doll), her son Martin and grandson Martin would like to acknowledge the expression of sympathy shown to us on our sad loss.

To all who sent Mass Cards, floral tributes, letters and travelled distances, we thank you for your support.

Special thanks to Alan, Helen and their extended family for all their heartfelt help and support. To our kind neighbours, friends and relatives who visited our home, Thank You. Our thanks to the doctors and nurses of the ICU, Portiuncula Hospital, not forgetting Dr John Keenan for all his care over the years.

To the celebrants for a beautiful ceremony at Philomena’s Funeral Mass.

To Tessie, Chrissie and Linda for their extensive love and visits to my mother over many decades, thank you so much.

Finally for your diligence and professionalism, thank you to Pat and Tom Smyth, Funeral Directors.

As it is not possible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere gratitude.

Philomena’s First Anniversary mass will be celebrated in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Sunday, 11th November at 12.15pm.

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. K.R.

(25th Anniversary) Who passed away on 19th October 1993 R.I.P.

In God’s care you rest above, In our hearts you rest with love.

Quietly today your memory we treasure, Missing you always, Forgetting you never.

Loving you always, Mary, Aisling, Aoife and families.

Anniversary Mass in Donamon Castle on Saturday, 27th October at 9.30am.

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Catherine Webster and Anne Dempsey, natives of Castlerea and pictured with Claire Byrne, honoured their late brother Frank at the recent Irish Kidney Association’s Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving in Dublin. Pic: Arthur Carron

Castlerea sisters attend Kidney Association service Catherine Webster and her sister Anne Dempsey, natives of Castlerea, Co. Roscommon were among a congregation of over 2,000 people who attended the 33rd Irish Kidney Association’s Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving at Corpus Christi Church in Dublin last Saturday (6th) to honour organ donors and their families.

Their brother Frank Dempsey, a talented musician from Castlerea passed away two years ago at the age of 53 following a massive brain haemorrhage. Their family honoured their youngest brother’s wishes by donating his organs with four people benefitting through transplantation.

This annual event is organised by the Irish Kidney Association, and this year the charity organisation celebrates its 40th anniversary. The inaugural service, in 1986, had an attendance of 300 people and since then the numbers have increased annually and, in recent years, over 2,000 people have attended from all over Ireland.

Also attending as part of the organ donation and transplant community were patient advocacy groups and leading members of the medical and nursing profession and transplant coordinators.

newsbriefs Creggs Harvest Festival on October 29th!

The Creggs Harvest Festival committee has called for exhibitors ahead of this year’s event which takes place in Creggs NS on Monday, October 29th from 11 am to 5 pm. Those interested in showing arts and crafts are asked to contact Mary Kelly or Bina on 086-8054116.

Events at the Old Schoolhouse, Ballintubber Active Age Ballintubber meet every Tuesday at 11 am at the Old Schoolhouse in Ballintubber. Enjoy exercise classes with Thelma Keenan and arts and crafts with Maria Daly. Come along and join in the fun, over 50s always welcome. Cost €3 per session.

Motivational Dancing with Liam Kildea takes place every Thursday at 11 am at the Old School House and costs €2.50 a session. All welcome.

Comhaltas session in Doorly’s Roscommon Town Comhaltas Branch will hold its next monthly music session this Sunday evening (14th) from 6 pm to 8 pm in Doorly’s Cornerhouse, Roscommon town. Fáilte romhaibh go léir.

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The racing at Thurles this evening has been cancelled because of firm ground and Exeter in England has joined them for the same reason with neither meeting rescheduled. The lack of rain could lead to further abandonments on both sides of the pond.

Tomorrow Downpatrick stage a jumping meeting away at 2 pm and there is flat action on the all-weather track at Dundalk tomorrow evening, stalls open for the first at 6 pm. They race over the sticks at Fairyhouse for the first time this season at 2 pm on Saturday and in Limerick there is the first of a 2-day meeting confined to the flat starting at 1.35 pm.

On Sunday, the second day of the meeting, it is all jump racing with the centre piece the €100,000 JT McNamara Munster National away at 1.50 pm. There is also a flat card at Proudstown Park outside Navan featuring three Listed races and the Cambridgeshire wort €100,000 with stalls for the first opening at 1.35 pm.

Last Friday evening the Yvonne Dunleavy trained Padraic O’Conaire to win for the third time this summer at Gowran Park beating Balinaboola Steel and Jazz Ranger ½l and 4¼l. Dunleavy has 5 horses in training at Turloughmore, Co. Galway. In very much a family affair the horse is owned by her uncle Jarlath McDonagh, her cousin John Dunleavy and his cousin Cahal O’Brien from Ballintubber. Yvonne herself is steeped in racing and is daughter of the late Kevin McDonagh who trained I’m Confident to win the Galway Hurdle in 1989.

There were 19 runners in Sunday’s Prix De L’Arc and a short neck separated the first 2 at the post in the 1m 4f race. In the race Nelson led from Capri with Enable, under Frankie Detorri. in mid field.

John Gosden’s filly took it up about 4f out with Sea of Class, supplemented at a cost of €120,000, at the back of the field.

Frankie shot clear with over a furlong left and looked as if she was an easy winner.

James Doyle on Sea Of Class, was having none of it and weaved his way through the field and just failed to catch the favourite.

Last year’s runner-up Cloth Of Stars, ran at Chantilly, finished 3rd ¾l further back

for Andre Fabre. Capri was best of Aidan O’Brien’s quintet in 5th.

General News Karl Burke is likely to supplement his five-time Group 1 winner and fan Laurens for the QEII Stakes on Saturday week. The filly, will probably be reunited with PJ McDonald if and when she takes on the colts for the first time.

At 8 am on Tuesday morning (2nd) builders moved in and started the revamp works on the weigh room and other facilities at the racecourse in Roscommon. The engineers in charge of the project are AOL Design Ltd., Consulting Engineers, principal Albert Looby B.E. and the builders are Biesty Construction Ltd, owner Seamus Biesty, both well known local firms. Weather permitting the works will be completed in time for the opening fixture of 2019 on the 13th of May. A stewards’ inquiry into the incident described in last week’s column took place after the conclusion of racing at Nottingham yesterday week. The stewards interviewed the starters, the clerk of the scales, the race-day presenter and the stipendiary steward and as usual washed their hands of the incident ordering a report to be forwarded to the head office of the British Horseracing Authority for further consideration. Only God knows what action will be taken against the officials involved on the day, if any. Lucky for them, none of the connections of either horse were in any way to blame.

Point to point corner The point to point racing on Saturday with 70 entries for the 6 races is on at Moira, between Lurgan and Lisburn, starting at 12 pm. On Sunday the action is much closer to home at the Dartfield Equestrian Museum between Kilreekil and Loughrea where there are 90 entries for the 6 races, the first off at 1 pm.

Tote Ireland today announced the appointment of Ross Kierans to the position of General Manager of Tote Ireland. After six years as Chief Executive of Tote Ireland, Tim Higgins has decided to pursue new opportunities outside of HRI.

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SPORTING WORLD WITH DAN DOONER

Former plumber ‘taps’ in City of Sin THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner I didn’t bother setting the alarm on Sunday morning in order to watch ‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor’s fourth round submission at the hands of ‘The Eagle from Dagestan’ Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Conor should have known it wasn’t

going to end well in fairness. Rule number one of Fight Club may have been ‘Do not talk about Fight Club’ but I imagine ‘Do not fight a guy who has been videoed wrestling a bear’ wasn’t far behind on the list. Conor’s account balance, if he bothered to check it on Monday morning, will at least have offered some comfort.

As for the fight itself, McGregor, who had attempted to pick a fight with the rest of Dagestan and the entire Muslim world in the build-up, was firmly put in

his place by the undefeated lightweight champion. The Dubliner will have perhaps been somewhat relieved that Khabib’s post-fight antics took the spotlight off what was a resounding defeat.

Khabib, who was forced to put up with some horrendous taunts at the pre-fight press events, celebrated with an Eric Cantona-like leap into the crowd in order to attack Conor’s crew, which included R ‘n’ B star, Drake. ‘Hold On, We’re Going Home’ probably came to mind as ‘The Eagle’ swooped.

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UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov went to great lengths to meet R ‘n’ B star Drake in Las Vegas last weekend.

Normally an ‘Irish’ defeat at a major ‘sporting event’ would have been disappointing enough, but alas, McGregor’s behaviour in the lead-up and the antics of some of his fans in the arena perhaps overshadowed his defeat by submission. There were videos doing the rounds on social media which showed tricolour-clad fans embarrassing themselves and making a mockery of our reputation as some of the best supporters in the world. Then again, recent videos from our fellow Gaels up

north would suggest that maybe we’re not the happy-go-lucky Green Army we claim to be!

Rest assured though, it won’t take McGregor long to repair his bruised pride and face and he has in fact already taken to social media to hint at a rematch. It’s all about the numbers game with Dana White and the UFC, and while Conor’s rise to prominence had once been something to admire, I for one won’t be losing any sleep when his next fight is confirmed.

Mountdillon GAA celebration

People’s champions of the week

There were jubilant scenes in Ballyleague last Saturday as Kilbride were crowned county senior champions for the third year in a row following victory over Clann na nGael. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

St. Faithleach’s GAA Club in Ballyleague will be the venue for an event to remember on Saturday, October 20th, as past players, officials and friends of the famed Mountdillon GAA Club will be honoured at a special reception.

The event will acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of the club which featured players such as Colman Reynolds, Albert Looby, Raymond Curley, Derek Thompson, Willie Ryan, Vincent Tighe, Michael Craven, Barney Carberry, Vincent Glennon, Raymond Cox, Seamus Tighe, Tommy Deehan, Andy Murtagh, Paddy Murray and Keith Murphy.

Meanwhile, Danny Murray, Pat Lindsay and Patsy Cox went on to play for the Roscommon team which won four Connacht titles in a row from 1977 to 1980 as well as a National League title in 1979.

RTÉ broadcaster Ciaran Mullooly will be the master of ceremonies for this event and there will be music and refreshments served on the night. Admission is free.

The sporting brief Handball

Another Tully title!

St. Coman’s Fiona Tully racked up another All-Ireland title in Fenagh, Co. Leitrim last Sunday, when she overcame Westmeath’s Aoife McCarthy in the 60x30 Ladies Intermediate final on a scoreline of 7-21, 21-20, 21-9 to make it a very successful weekend for the Kilbride girl (See People’s champions of the week).

Elsewhere, Lisacul’s Sean Jennings had a great 1221, 21-7, 21-9 win in the 60x30 Masters ‘B’ All-Ireland final against Kildare’s Gavin Grace in Lahorna, Co. Tipperary.

Curraghboy’s Philip O’Connor and Paul Kelly lost their 60x30 Over 35 ‘B’ doubles All-Ireland semifinal in St. Coman’s last Sunday to Cork’s Donncha O’Dea and transplanted Kilkenny man Philip O’Carroll 18-21, 7-21, 9-21.

Fenagh, Co. Leitrim hosted the 60x30 Connacht Colleges finals last Saturday where Roscommon CBS’s Rory Carthy was Roscommon’s sole winner.

Rory had an easy semi-final win over St. Coleman’s Enda Jennings in the First Year grade before facing Enniscrone’s Darragh Bourke in the final and triumphing 15-4, 15-12.

Roscommon CBS’s Philip Halliday featured in the match of the day against Galway’s World Champion Mikey Kelly from Clarin College in the Junior final.

In the end Kelly won 15-9, 15-9 but Philip won a lot of admiration for his gutsy display.

Finally, Roscommon Community College’s Liam Egan went down tamely to Moyne College’s Lorcan Conlon in the Intermediate final 15-4, 15-5.

Golf

All-Ireland runners-up We begin this week’s golf round-up in Athlone where the club’s Pierce Purcell team finished runners-up to Nenagh in the All-Ireland final in Thurles. Athlone had beaten Ballyclare (Antrim) in the semi-final.

Closer to home, Thomas Murphy claimed victory in the Club Hamper competition with a 67 while Gerry Rowlands won the Wednesday Open with 41 points.

Cathryn Mannion won the ladies’ competition with 38 points.

To Boyle next where Jimmy Dwyer was the emphatic winner of the recent 18-hole Stableford with a score of 41 points which left his playing partner, Dave Purser, a distant second with 38.

The King Harmon Cup commenced last weekend

in its new format and the highest scorer in round one was the aforementioned Purser with 40 points, beating Sean Heslin’s 38 and Terry Canning’s 36.

In Castlerea Tony Reilly won the recent men’s competition with 39 points, three ahead of Giles McDonagh in second place. The ladies’ competition was won by Pauline Glynn on 38 points with Valerie Rabbitt in second also on 38.

We finish in Strokestown where Bríd Connellan won the Breege Silke Cup in style last weekend, hitting a hole-in-one at the third.

Meanwhile, Aishling Hanly won first prize in the Roscommon Cup while Roscommon Golf Club were the overall winners.

The recent men’s senior competition was won by Frank Costello while Rose Lally was best of the ladies. Tony Patton won last weekend’s competition.

Pitch and Putt

Woodview winners Marie Rowlands claimed the first nett score at Woodview recently while Mary O’Loughlin hit the best gross. Helen Cunniffe’s round was good enough for second nett.

The Moore Cup stroke play will take place this Saturday at 10.30 am.

Fiona Tully (right) beat Westmeath’s Aoife McCarthy in Leitrim last weekend to land an AllIreland title at the Ladies Intermediate grade.

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Kepak Roscommon SHC Final: Athleague 2-11 Four Roads 1-11

Athleague end 11-year wait for title Athleague’s David Flaherty claims a high ball.

A superb first half display, at the end of which they carried an eleven-point lead into the break, was the key as Athleague upset the odds to win their first senior title since 2007 in very windy conditions last Sunday. Incredibly it was the first time in over 40 years for them to defeat their great rivals Four Roads in a final and on the balance of play they deserved it.

A gale force wind blew directly downfield from the Kepak end, and with the aid of the elements in the opening half it was all about what lead Athleague were able to build up.

They went in leading by 2-7 to 0-2 which was certainly a great base to build on.

As they prepared themselves for the expected Four Roads onslaught in the second period a few scores against the run of play would always be very important. The four points they managed in that period proved crucial.

Athleague can thank a superb display from all members of their defence and goalkeeper David Connell for their victory. Four Roads

The Verdict

Seamus Duke

dangerman Johnny Coyne was restricted to just three points from play and that was down to excellent work from the likes of Alan Moore, David Delaney, JP Murray, Gary Fallon, Pat Nolan and the captain Niall Connolly who led by example.

It was a very enjoyable game and if Athleague wanted to have any chance they had to put up a big score in the first half with the wind at their backs. Eamon Flanagan flicked home the opening goal in the 13th minute but it was the second goal, an opportunist effort from David Delaney in the 29th minute, that really gave Athleague a platform for the second half.

The Four Roads comeback in the second half started slowly but with Andrew Lawlor deadly accurate from the placed ball, they were edging closer. But in fairness to Athleague they scored four really precious points in that second half.

An early goal chance for Athleague’s Eamon Flanagan is saved by Four Roads’ goalkeeper David Dowd. Pics: Mick McCormack

One was a monster free in the 35th minute driven all the way over the bar from Eamon Flanagan into the teeth of the gale from his own ’65 and another was a peach of a score from Robbie Fallon ( who had an excellent game) in the 5th minute of injury-time from out near the sideline.

Four Roads needed an early goal to really test Athleague but it didn’t arrive until the 6th minute of injury-time and it was too late to influence the outcome. There was a nervous minute or so for Athleague when the margin was down to three late in injury-time, but they were the deserved winners to take their 19th title.

Four Roads were appearing in their 11th final in a row, which is an incredible record, and one thing is certain in Roscommon hurling and that is that Four Roads will be back. But this day belonged to Athleague, who were superbly managed by Seamus Qualter and they deserve every congratulations after many years of disappointment and frustration.

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TIME ADDED ON…

Athleague captain Niall Connolly lifts the Mickey Cunniffe Cup following last Sunday’s Roscommon senior hurling final in Athleague.

Key Moments First half Athleague were 1-5 to no score up after 19 minutes but there could have been three goals in the game in the opening ten.

Johnny Coyne’s effort was well saved by David Connell in the 8th minute. A minute later Eamon Flanagan shot wide when in a great position, and in the 10th minute Flanagan was in again only to see his shot well saved by David Dowd.

But Flanagan was on target for Athlleague’s opening goal in the 13th minute when he flicked a long delivery from Ben McGahon to the Four Roads net.

Four Roads only managed two first half points through Johnny Coyne and Conor Mulry, and Athleague’s second goal came in

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the 29 minute when David Flaherty pulled first time to drive home a sideline cut from Eamon Flanagan which flew across the danger area.

A Cormac Kelly point was the final score of the opening half, and having played with the gale force wind at their backs Athleague were 11 points up at the break.

Half-time score: Athleague 2-7 Four Roads 0-2.

Second half Andrew Lawlor and Johnny Coyne were influential as Four Roads began their comeback in the second half but points from Eamon Flanagan and Robbie Fallon kept Athleague out in front.

By the 53rd minute the gap was down to six (2-9 to 0-9) before Flanagan and Lawlor exchanged points by the 60th minute. Robbie Fallon scored a lovely point from out on the sideline for Athleague, but with 7 minutes of injury-time signalled there was still plenty of time for Four Roads.

In the 66th minute Four Roads’ Cathal Dolan scored a brilliant goal from 25 metres out driving the ball into the top corner, and less than a minute later a point from Micheal Kelly left only a goal in it. But time finally ran out and Athleague had done enough to win it.

Final score: Athleague 2-11 Four Roads 1-11

Qualter: ‘As sweet a win as I have had’  SEAMUS DUKE

Speaking at the full-time whistle, Athleague manager, Seamus Qualter, was understandably delighted with his side’s first Roscommon Senior Hurling title since 2007.

“I am absolutely thrilled to be honest. I came into Athleague last year and we were well beaten by Four Roads in a semi-final and then this year we got in a few new players like Ben McGahon, Eoghan Coyle and Cian Murray and they all stepped up to the plate this year. It’s great to have an injection of youth and we have a nice blend. There are some very good hurlers on our panel and we played some great stuff and it’s a sweet a win as I have had in my time in management.

“With the wind it was a real game of two halves.

We were under pressure to put up a big score in the first half and we did that. We wanted to get ahead and stay ahead and thankfully that’s what we did. We were 11 points up and they brought it back to three but our defence was magnificent all through. It was so important to give ourselves that bit of breathing space at half-time.

“We knew Four Roads would come back at us but I have said to our lads all year not to doubt themselves and their ability and there was a great spirit among the lads out there and I’m really thrilled for them they are a great bunch.

Members of the Athleague backroom team celebrate at the final whistle of last Sunday’s Roscommon SHC final in Athleague.

“We have the Connacht Club Championship to look forward to now and remember that a lot of our players will be playing for Fuerty in the county Intermediate football final on Sunday week so there is plenty to look forward to. It would be lovely if those lads could win two county medals in a couple of weeks but for now we will celebrate this win. It’s not too often that you beat Four Roads in a county final and it’s a great achievement for the club,” he concluded.

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SportsPeople Creggs RFC Report

BUCCANEERS RFC Buccs lose to Naas

THE GAIN LINE

Buccaneers lost for the first time this season when going down 36-13 to Naas in the opening round of the All-Ireland League Division 1B played at Dubarry Park, Athlone, on Saturday. Naas, the physically stronger and more settled side, merited their win albeit the final margin did not fully reflect the endeavours of a depleted Pirates crew.

Creggs win ‘Battle of Castlebar’ Connacht Junior 1 League: Castlebar 0 Creggs 6. Two Mark Brandon penalties separated the sides after a gruelling battle in which defences dominated throughout. Creggs finally got on the scoresheet with a Mark Brandon penalty on the stroke of half-time following a sustained onslaught on the Castlebar line and in conceding the penalty the home side also lost wing forward Kevin O’Sullivan to the sin bin.

A second Brandon penalty midway through the second half stretched the Creggs lead and despite a late Castlebar onslaught, Creggs held out to make it two from two with Galwegians next up at The Green at 2.30 pm on Sunday.

Training continues every Tuesday (8 pm) and Friday (8.15pm). New and returning players always welcome.

Creggs Senior Development Team return to Connacht League Action on Saturday evening at 7.30 pm in Creggs against Portumna. The team’s round 3 game against Corinthians was called off last Sunday after Creggs had travelled to Galway. The team had a training session in Galway instead. Training continues every Tuesday (8 pm) and Friday (8.15 pm).

Youth Rugby Connacht

U-18.5

League: Creggs 36 Corrib 12. Creggs U-18.5s have had a great start to the season with three wins in the Connacht League from three games. Their third victory came via a 36-12 victory over Corrib on Friday night in Creggs. Corrib were a very well drilled team but Creggs were impressive on the night, going through multiple phases up front before moving it through their backs for some impressive scores.

Creggs had a 12-7 halftime lead after tries from Tim Lambe and Conor Rohan and a conversion from Mark Purcell in the opening half.

Creggs had further tries in the second half from Mairtin Quinn (2), Tim Lambe and Lorcan Maher and two more conversions from Mark Purcell completed the scoring for Creggs before Corrib got the final say with a try to leave the final score 36-12 and leave Creggs top of the league table after three games.

Connacht U-15 A League: Creggs 36 Westport 7. Creggs kept up their unbeaten start to the start to the season going with a 36-7 victory over Westport Ron Saturday in Creggs.

The first half of the game was very even with Westport causing issues for Creggs at the breakdown and Creggs were finding it difficult to get clean ball,

U-20s win thriller!

Creggs U-18.5 panel.

but upfront Cormac Feeley, Patrick Keane, Eoin Kelly and Aidan Hoare were doing well and Creggs got scores through Josh Verling and Tomas Tiernan with Cormac Dolan coverting one to give Creggs a 12-0 half-time lead.

Westport got back into the game at the start of the second half with a try after 5 minutes to reduce the deficit to 12-7 but Creggs got an important try to settle themselves after 12 minutes when Ciaran Purcell scored an opportunist try from an interception. Creggs added further tries through Edimar Fimho Eoin Kelly and DJ Hession and two conversions from Cormac Dolan to seal the win.

The U-16s will play Buccaneers in Athlone next Sunday at 12 pm in the Connacht U-16A League.

The U-18.5s will play away to Westport next Sunday at 12 Noon in the Connacht U-18.5 League.

Girls Rugby Connacht Girls U-14 League: Creggs 31 Clare-

morris 27. A large crowd turned up to watch the girls in their first ever game under lights in Creggs last Thursday and were rewarded with a highly entertaining and high scoring endto-end game of rugby.

Claremorris took an early lead in this game but it was Creggs who got three first half tries through Siofra Hession and Sarah Purcell (2) for a 17-5 half-time lead.

Claremorris scored first in the second half to reduce the deficit to 17-12 but Creggs struck back with a very well worked score which was finished by Jennifer Morris to stretch the lead to 24-12.

Claremorris then had a period of dominance and looked to have taken control of the game with three tries in quick succession which they crucially failed to convert to take a 27 to 24 lead with ten minutes left.

Creggs regained the initiative when Eabha Dowd got over in the corner for the winning score which Siofra

Hession once again converted for a 31-27 win.

The girls play away to Sligo in the Connacht U-14 League at 12 Noon next Saturday. Training every Monday at 7 pm in Creggs. New players always welcome.

The club will run a ‘Give It A Try Day’ for girls of all age groups in Creggs in a few weeks’ time. All girls interested can contact Dave Purcell on 0897000547 or Micheal Glennon through the teachers/ coaches in schools.

Mini Rugby Creggs Mini Rugby teams (U-6s; U-7s; U-8s; U-9s;

U-10s, U-11s; and U-12s) are travelling to Carrickon-Shannon for a Blitz this Saturday (13th). We welcome new players for all boys and girls age groups.

Creggs have thanked all existing coaches and new volunteers joining the Mini Rugby coaching team. Parents interested in coaching boys or girls teams are always welcome - please contact Dave Purcell; Aengus Oates, Shane Fleming, Graham Curran or any Mini Coach or committee member. No previous rugby coaching experience is necessary to start.

Connacht J1A League Table Pos 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Team Creggs Monivea Westport Buccaneers Galwegians Connemara Castlebar Sligo

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W 2 2 2 1 2 1 0 0

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

L 0 0 1 2 1 1 2 3

Pts 8 8 8 7 7 6 5 3

Buccaneers and Galwegians served up thrilling fare in their J.P. Fanagan Leinster U-20 Premier League qualifier contested at breezy Dubarry Park on Sunday.

In a game of swaying fortunes, Buccs finished that bit stronger to clinch the vital 32-29 victory that earns them a place in Division 2. The young Pirates also edged the try count, scoring five to the visitors’ four.

Seconds in narrow loss Buccaneers seconds went down narrowly 20-15 to Westport firsts in a sometimes hotly contested Connacht Junior 1A League game played under the Dubarry Park floodlights on Saturday night.

Away to Banbridge Buccaneers have a first ever meeting with Banbridge when the teams duel at Rifle Park in the Co. Down town on Saturday next. This All-Ireland League Division 1B game kicks off in the northern venue at 2.30 pm.

J1s on the road The J1s are also on the road this weekend with the lengthy trip west to Clifden where they square up to Connemara in the Connacht Junior 1A League on Sunday. This match has a 2.30 pm kickoff at the Monastery Field.

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

Dooner’s weekend predictions Not for the first time, Castlerea Celtic upset the weekend predictions with a 1-0 win away to reigning champions St. Peter’s. Celtic have put themselves back amongst the title contenders and on recent form, will be confident of making a another bid for silverware this season.

Plenty of football this weekend and the pick of the games is arguably in Division Two where Manor United will be hoping to open up a lead at the top of the table as second play fourth with the meeting of Glen Celtic and Roscommon United on Friday night in Glenamaddy.

Friday, October 12th Raftery’s Oakland Hotel Premier Division (8 pm) Castlerea Celtic v Dysart FC

Celtic enjoyed an impressive win over champions St. Peter’s last weekend and will be aiming to go on a run with another victory this weekend.

Prediction: Castlerea Celtic Kilkerrin United v Shiven Rovers The hosts are enjoying life in the Premier Division and will be favourites this weekend.

Prediction: Kilkerrin United Moore United v Skyvalley Rovers Moore will be hoping to bounce back quickly.

Prediction: Moore United Norio’s Takeaway Division One (8 pm) Ballinasloe Town B v Cam Celtic Difficult game to call, neither side has really got going this season.

Prediction: Draw Killeen Sports Grounds Division

Two (8 pm) Glen Celtic v Roscommon United United will have been disappointed to have dropped points last weekend and will want to get back to winning ways immediately but this will be far from straightforward against a good Glen side.

Prediction: Draw

Sunday, October 14th Raftery’s Oakland Hotel Premier Division (2 pm) Ballinasloe Town v Cloonfad United The Town will want to keep pace with the league leaders.

Prediction: Strokestown United Strokestown United v St. Peter’s FC

Soccer Results The champions should respond this weekend.

Prediction: St. Peter’s FC Norio’s Takeaway Division One Ballaghaderreen FC v Rahara Rovers. 2 pm Away win.

Prediction: Rahara Rovers Killeen Sports Grounds Division Two Manor United v Shiven Rovers B The hosts recovered well from their defeat to Castlerea Celtic and will be confident of remaining top of the table this weekend.

Prediction: Manor United St. Cuan’s United v Cloonfad United B The visitors are certainly good enough to get a result here.

Prediction: Draw

Raftery’s Oakland Hotel Premier Division Ballymoe FC 4 Dysart FC 1 Skyvalley Rovers 1 Cloonfad United 3 St. Peter’s FC 0 Castlerea Celtic 1 Boyle Celtic 2 Kilkerrin United 2 Strokestown United 1 Moore United 2 Norio’s Takeaway Division One Ballaghaderreen FC 1 Cam Celtic 2 CP Ajax 4 Ahascragh United 0 Moylough ‘79 3 St. John’s Athletic 0 Rahara Rovers 3 Dunmore Town 0 Killeen Sports Grounds Division Two Castlerea Celtic B 4 Ballymoe FC B 0 Cloonfad United B 1 Roscommon United 1 Skyvalley Rovers B 3 St. Cuan’s United 5 Glen Celtic 0 Manor United 1 TP Brennan Connacht Junior Cup Preliminary Round St. Bernard’s 1 Ballinasloe Town B 0

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The Kilbride team that defeated Clann na nGael in last Saturday’s ladies senior football final in Ballyleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Kilbride make it three-in-a-row!

Abbey Hotel Roscommon Ladies Senior Football Final

KILBRIDE

3-4

CLANN NA NGAEL

1-5

 SEAMUS DUKE

Kilbride’s place at the top of the tree in Roscommon ladies club football was copper-fastened once again in Ballyleague last Sunday when they eventually pulled away from a dogged and determined Clann na nGael side in this tense and hard fought final.

The Johnstown girls were determined to close Kilbride down and in the first half they certainly managed that with some outstanding defensive work. Their tackling, covering and back-up play was superb as they denied the champions any space at all. However, once they got going early in the second half, Kilbride had the class to get the scores they needed to secure their

third title in a row, which is a marvellous achievement.

On a breezy day the first half was notable only for the quality of the defending from both sides. Eilish Fannon opened the scoring in the 7th minute with a fine point from play but two minutes later Kayleigh Dunning equalised with an equally impressive score.

Incredibly there was only to be one more score in the entre half and that came in injury-time. In between both sides had plenty of possession and if anything Clann were the better side but they could not breach the Kilbride defence while at the other end Clann refused to bend the knee. It was a defender’s paradise as the sides cancelled each other out. In the 31st minute

Teams and Scorers Kilbride: Lorraine O’Connor; Ciara Taylor, Yvonne Creighton, Jennifer Fannon; Alice Kelly, Rochelle Mullaney, Katie Kelly; Tara Taylor, Corina Gormley; Siobhan Tully (1-0), Eilish Fannon (0-3, 1 free), Fiona Tully (1-1); Blaithin O’Beirne, Sinead Clabby (1-0), Aoife Feeley.

Subs: Casey Keane for Clabby (57), Niamh Shanagher for Gormley (64).

Clann na nGael: Eadaoin Lennon; Aine Connaughton, Kelley Colgan, Megan Kelly; Kimberly Finlass, Shauna Bannon, Emma Kildea; Orla O’Neill (0-1), Ruth Finlass (1-0); Ciara Quinn (0-1), Saoirse McManus, Sinead Farrell (0-1, free); Shauna Connell, Kayleigh Dunning (0-1), Rosie Lennon (0-1, free).

Subs: Caoimhe Lennon for McManus (37), Gillian Wall for K Finlass (37), Ciara Galvin for Quinn (49), Kara Earle for Dunning (53), Ide Crehan for Bannon (58), Amy Quinn for Lennon (61).

Referee: Gerry Carmody

Eilish Fannon’s pointed free saw the champions lead by 0-2 to 0-1 at the break.

The breakthrough that Kilbride were waiting for arrived in the third minute of the second half and there was some good fortune attached to it. Megan Kelly looked to have been fouled but referee Gerry Carmody waved play on and Siobhán Tully raced goalwards before offloading to Sinead Clabby to fist to the net.

In the 37th minute Sinead Tully made a typical searing run into the heart of the Clann defence before blasting home a great goal, and then two minutes later disaster struck for Clann goalkeeper Eadaoin Lennon who misjudged the flight of a Fiona Tully shot and the ball ended up in the net. Now Kilbride led by 3-3 to 0-1.

But full credit to Clann who never gave up. They continued to press forward and they got some reward for their efforts. Points from Ciara Quinn and Orla O’Neill were followed by an excellent goal from Ruth Finlass in the 47th minute.

When Rosie Lennon pointed a free in the 50th minute the gap was down to five with ten minutes to play.

Clann pressed on looking for more scores. Substitute Kara Earle missed a great goal chance in the 54th minute and with three minutes to go Clann were awarded a penalty when Rosie Lennon was fouled but Lorraine O’Connor made a great save from Sinead Farrell’s spot-kick.

With that Clann’s chance had gone. Indeed O’Connor made some superb saves in the final quarter as Clann desperately tried to retrieve

the situation.

Best for Kilbride on the day were Lorraine O’Connor, Alice Kelly, Rochelle Mullaney, Tara Taylor, Eilish Fannon, Fiona Tully and player of the match Siobhán Tully. For a very well organised and determined Clann side Kelley Colgan, Shauna Bannon. Ruth Finlass and Rosie Lennon were most prominent.

Kilbride manager, Ollie Lennon, was pleased to have secured a three-in-arow of titles.

“They are a fantastic bunch of girls. We never thought when we started out that we would win three titles in a row and I am delighted for them all. It wasn’t pretty from a spectator’s point of view but the result is all that matters here today.

“We played against a very strong breeze in the opening half and we were delighted to go in at half-time leading by two points to one. We felt we played really well and didn’t need to change too much for the second half. We played some great football for ten minutes in the second half. We retreated after that but thankfully we just held out in the end to win it.

“We are playing in the Connacht Club Championship against the Galway champions in two weeks’ time and hopefully we can do well there, we would love to give it a rattle,” he said.

Clann manager Joe Fallon admitted that Kilbride had just too much class on the day.

“We are very disappointed but Kilbride showed why they are the champions.

We threw everything we had at them and it was very

Pictured in action during last Saturday’s Roscommon ladies senior football final in Ballyleague were Kilbride’s Fiona Tully and Clann na nGael’s Megan Kelly. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

hard to break them down. I thought it might be a more open game but in fairness to Kilbride they got the tactics spot on.

“We needed a bit of luck and we just didn’t get that.

The couple of goals early in the second half killed us and we tried to get back but it was just too much of a gap.

“We have a young team and they gave everything this year. We know what is

required to win the championship now and we will be back again next year hopefully but our girls should be very proud of themselves,” he concluded.

Kilbride players huddle ahead of last Saturday’s ladies senior football final at Ballyleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Seamus Duke ON SPORT Championship needs a good finale! @SeamusDuke

It’s county senior football final time again and I had to be convinced that St. Brigid’s and Clann na nGael had not met in a final for 21 years but that’s the reality.

The game is previewed in more detail elsewhere in the sports section of the paper this week.

Looking back at this year’s championship, I would rate it a mediocre championship at best. I realise that under the current fixtures

Comeback win won’t save Mourinho I saw the second half of Manchester United v Newcastle on Saturday last. Is it the match that will save José Mourinho? I don’t think so. The team showed fight and determination to retrieve the situation but remember that they were at home against a very poor Newcastle team who are down at the bottom of the table. There are far bigger tests to come and Mourinho is still under major pressure.

I hear people praising the United players and the way they played in the second half last Saturday. A lot of those guys are earning over £200,000 per week. I would hope that they were trying on that kind of money!

United’s troubles are not over yet.

Liverpool’s form has dipped in the past three weeks and they were very lucky not to have lost against Manchester City at the weekend. They are an excellent side but Mo Salah has yet to play up to last season’s standard.

Chelsea are also keeping up their good start as well and Arsenal could well be the dark horses. They are playing some great attacking football under their new manager.

It looked a few weeks ago that the title race would be a two horse affair but maybe it might not be as clearcut as that.

programme it cannot be done any other way but to have two rounds in April followed by a four month break is certainly not ideal.

It is almost impossible for clubs to keep the interest going throughout the summer months. The games are all shoehorned into a twomonth period at the end of August and through September. There have been a number of close fought games, and the effort be-

ing made by all club players is unquestioned, but having watched dozens of club games this year, are there any new county senior players coming on the scene? The answer quite frankly is no.

I am not expecting a classic on Sunday either and whoever wins won’t bother too much about the quality of the game but the fact remains that the standard of club football in Roscom-

mon is not great by any standards. However, maybe that can change in time; it’s not long ago that a Roscommon club were All-Ireland champions. The winners this Sunday face the Leitrim champions with a place in the Connacht club final up for grabs. Let’s get Sunday out of the way first and hopefully it will be a good, exciting, and wellcontested final. The game in the county needs it badly.

Clann na nGael take on neighbours and reigning Roscommon senior champions St. Brigid’s this Sunday at Dr. Hyde Park.

Athleague end hurling title drought Last Sunday’s hurling final was a very enjoyable match and Athleague just about held out to record a rare win against Four Roads. Before the final started it looked like the gale force winds would ruin the game but it proved an added fascination. Athleague played with the elements in the opening half and they had to build up a good lead and they did that. Four Roads just took too long to reel them in and they ran out of time in the end. But it was a good match and hopefully Athleague can give the Connacht club championship a good go. It has not been a good year for hurling in the county but that won’t bother Athleague this week as they celebrate a great win.

Seamus Qualter is a very experienced manager and

a great hurling man, and he brought the organisation needed to be successful. For veterans like David Connell, Mervyn Connaughton and Niall Connolly to mention just a few, it is reward for their loyalty to the club over the years. Four Roads will be back no doubt, but this was Athleague’s day.

There have been four different winners of the Roscommon SHC in the past four years which is superb for the competition. It was also good to see a defender (Alan Moore) getting the man of the match award.

Usually it’s a high-scoring corner-forward or a high-fielding midfielder that wins the award. Any of the Athleague defence could have won that award on Sunday as they played very well and it was key to their win.

Man of the Match Alan Moore is presented with his award by Gerry Keane following Athleague’s Roscommon SHC win over Four Roads in Athleague last Sunday. Pic: Mick McCormack

A fantastic weekend of rugby

Connacht Rugby have unveiled plans for the revamp of The Sportsground.

It was a fantastic weekend of rugby.

The clash of Leinster and Munster at the Aviva was a tremendous match.

There were some very poor refereeing decisions, mostly against Munster but it was a great spectacle. Munster are a very good side and improving too.

I also got to see most of the Connacht v Ulster game on Friday night and history was made as the western province won in Belfast for the first time in 58 years. They are playing really well this season once again under Andy Friend, and Rossies Jack Carty and Dennis Buckley are once again permanent fixtures on the team.

This weekend the European action begins with some great games to look forward to: Leinster have a tough start

to the defence of their title when they entertain Wasps at the RDS on Friday night and it will be even tougher for Munster when they travel to face highflying Exeter. Ulster face the Leicester Tigers in another mouth-watering fixture. Connacht are in the Challenge Cup and it is a competition that they have a chance of winning. They open their campaign against Bordeaux on Saturday at The Sportsground.

It’s good to see that there are plans to upgrade The Sportsground into a state of the art 12,000 capacity stadium. The plans say that it will cost €30 million to carry out the work and it’s a hugely positive development. It’s a far cry from the days when Connacht Rugby was about to be wound up.

Very special guests this Sunday!

The special guests at Sunday’s county final will be the 1978 team who won the All-Ireland U-21 football championship beating Kerry in the final. In all my time following Roscommon county teams there were three occasions that stand out; the National Football League win in 1979, the All-Ireland Minor Final in 2006 and the U-21 final in 1978.

The special thing about 1978 was that the match was played at Dr. Hyde Park and the vast majority of the crowd were Roscommon fans. It was a mighty day. A lot of that Roscommon team went on to great things with Roscommon seniors and played in an All-Ireland final in 1980.

I wrote a lengthy piece on that championship win for Roscommon People Plus magazine recently and it was something that I really enjoyed. I know that the lads on the team are meeting at the weekend for golf, a meal and a social night out. It should be great fun. Well done to Hugh Lynn and the County Board for their gesture; It’s richly deserved.

No time for McGregor!

Meanwhile, I see Conor McGregor was in action last weekend…

ZZZZZZ!

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Mary’s power to Intermediate glory!

Keenan’s Bar and Restaurant Roscommon Ladies Intermediate Football Final

5-13

ST. MARY’S

2-4

KILGLASS GAELS  SEAMUS DUKE

Playing some excellent attacking football throughout, St. Mary’s swept past Kilglass Gaels to power into the senior ranks following this one-sided Intermediate decider played at breezy Ballyleague last Sunday.

Having beaten their opponents earlier in the year hopes were high in Kilglass that they would be very competitive in this final but in truth they never really got out of the starting blocks as St. Mary’s seized the early initiative and they pulled away to win easily in the end.

With Aisling McAuliffe and Rachel Brady dominating at midfield, it was 0-5 to 0-1 to St. Mary’s at the end of the first quarter. Niamh Feeney, Gillian

Dufficy and Louise Brady were especially sharp up front and some of the St. Mary’s scores were out of the top drawer. St. Mary’s’ first goal arrived in the 16th minute when Gillian Dufficy pounced after good work from Emma Jones and when Aisling McAuliffe blasted home a second goal in the 25th minute the writing was on the wall for Kilglass. By half-time St. Mary’s led by 2-9 to 0-2.

The pattern continued on the restart and by the 41st minute it was 4-10 to 0-2 with Gillian Dufficy and Ciara Fahey on target with the St. Mary’s goals. In fairness to Kilglass they battled away despite the huge gap between the teams. Rebecca Coyle scored a fine goal for them in the 49th minute but four minutes later Aisling

St. Mary’s players celebrate their Roscommon Intermediate title win over Kilglass Gaels last Sunday. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

McAuliffe sealed a superb personal display with her side’s fifth goal in the 53rd minute.

Kilglass’ best player, Nicola Tully, was finally rewarded for her efforts late on when she scored a fine point and converted a late penalty to put some respectability on the scoreboard.

But the day belonged to St. Mary’s and on the evidence of this display they will be a force in the senior ranks in

the years to come.

After the match the St. Mary’s manager Frank Kearney was understandably thrilled with his sides’ display.

“We are thrilled, we encourage the girls to play open football and let the ball do the work. We had a few hiccups in the championship this year and we had a very tough game against St. Ciaran’s in the semi-final and we thought this game

might be even tougher but we seemed to improve from that semi-final. We lost to Kilglass in the league but we came good today and we will be looking forward to the Connacht Championship now,” he said.

St. Mary’s: Maire Mullooly; Bridget Moylan, Aisling Callaghan, Aoife Beirne; Coleen Cauneen, Aoife Jones, Ailish Lenehan; Rachel Brady, Aisling McAuliffe (2-1); Kathy

Jones (0-1), Emma Jones, Niamh Feeney (0-3); Ciara Fahey (1-2), Gillian Dufficy (2-2), Louise Brady (0-4).

Subs: Grainne Cribbin for K Jones (55), Fiona Casserly for Fahey (55), Edit Gyenese Harczi for Beirne (57), Catriona O’Rourke for Beirne (59), Michelle Rogers for Callaghan (59).

Kilglass Gaels: Majella Cox; Kate Lawe, Aisling Lennon, Sharon Duffy; Ciara Compton, Emma Comp-

U-16 Football finals…

Gaels storm to Division 2 title Roscommon Gaels triumphed on a scoreline of 2-10 to 3-6 against St. Ciaran’s in last Sunday’s Landmark Hotel Roscommon U-16 Division 2 Football Championship Final in Ballyforan.

This was an exciting game with Roscommon Gaels getting off to a great start courtesy of a Joe Finnegan goal. The town side led by 1-4 to 0-1 after 15 minutes but Ciaran’s replied in the second quarter with two quickfire goals from Mark Dowd and Evan Coleman and at half-time there was only a point between the teams.

Eoin Kiernan scored a well-taken goal for the town side in the 42nd minute and to proved to be a vital score. Darren Gately scored a late goal for Ciaran’s to reduce the gap to just one point but the Gaels held out Pictured is the Roscommon Gaels U-16 side which won the Roscommon Division 2 title in Ballyforan last Sunday. to win it.

Scorers – Roscommon Gaels: J Finnegan (1-5), E Kiernan (1-0), M Purcell (0-4), M Corcoran (0-1). St. Ciaran’s: D Gately (1-4), M Dowd (1-1), M Brennan (0-1).

Four Roads proved far too strong for Pádraig Pearses in the JF Hanley U-16 Hurling Championship final last Sunday in Athleague. The men from Tisrara pulled away in the second half to clinch a 2-12 to 1-3 win.

Kilbride and St. Dominic’s ended all square It was Pearses who led 1-3 to 0-4 at 2-11 to 3-8 in last Sunday’s Halligan Insurhalf-time with Eoin McManus scorance Roscommon U-16 Division 3 Final in ing their goal in the 6th minute.

Enfield. Dominic’s led by 2-4 to 0-5 at halfBut Pearses were not to score at all time with the excellent Ben Connaughton as Four Roads took over in the secscoring both goals. But goals from Aodhan ond period with the aid of the wind.

Looby and Oisin O’Beirne brought Kilbride Adam Donnelly scored both goals back into contention. Then in injury-time for Four Roads as they took over and Ben Connaughton converted a spot kick for with Sean Trundle majestic at centreDominic’s only to see Oisin O’Beirne get half back, they swept to victory. the equaliser with almost the last kick of the Scorers - Four Roads: A Donnelly game.

(2-1), M Lohan (0-5), R Fallon (0Scorers – St. Dominic’: B Connaughton (33), S Trundle (0-2), T Fallon (0-1).

4), M Watson, K Ferrick, D O’Brien and P Pádraig Pearses: E McManus (1-0), Tiernan (0-1) each. Kilbride: O O’Beirne Michael Donnelly presents the cup to Four Roads joint captains Trevor Fallon and A Burke, E Colleran and J Mooney (1-3), A Merriman (0-5), A Looby (1-2), O Sean Trundle following last Sunday’s Roscommon U-16 hurling final. Pic: Mick (0-1) each.

McCormack O’Connor (0-1).

Four Roads in second half blitz

All square in Enfield!

ton (0-1), Clodagh Owens; Louise Dooner, Rebecca Coyle (1-0); Becky Kelly, Mikaela McHugh, Siobhan Nugent; Tianna Kelly, Nicola Tully (1-3, 1 free), Claire McCormack. Subs: Chloe Coyle for Kelly (h/t), Ciara Summers for Owens (42), Aisling McGuire for T Kelly (53), Megan Nugent for S Nugent (59), Natasha Mahedy for C Compton (59).

Referee: John Martin

Kilglass win Junior replay Kilglass Gaels finally shrug off St. Michael’s on a scoreline of 1-14 to 1-8 in last Sunday’s King and Moffatt Junior A semi-final in Kilmore.

The Gaels now advance to the county final against Clann na nGael. Kilglass were the better side in the opening half and by the interval they led by 0-8 to 1-1. Michael’s were on top in the third quarter but Kilglass swept to victory with a great last quarter display and Pierce Bolger’s goal proved decisive in the end.

Scorers - Kilglass Gaels: P Bolger (1-4), G Tully (0-5), K Feeney (0-3), C McHugh and J Hackett (0-1) each. St Michael’s: P Simon (1-1), R Cox (0-4), D Noone, A O’Hara and N Conlon (0-1) each.

Football and Camogie finals Ballinameen take Four Roads Ballinameen overcame Four Roads in the Roscommon LGFA Junior B final in Kilbride last Friday evening by a score of 2-13 to 2-4.

Cora Naughton was the Player of the Match hitting 1-4 (one free) as the north Roscommon side eased to a deserved victory.

Dominic’s thump Oran St. Dominic’s were far too strong for Oran in the recent Roscommon Camogie ‘B’ Championship Final in Athleague. The Knockcroghery outfit clinched a 3-19 to 0-2 win having led by 3-9 to no score at the break.

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Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon C Final

Clann na Gael v St. Brigid’s on Sunday at Dr Hyde Park at 4pm

Niall McInerney may once again be tasked with the job of keeping tabs on Clann forward Ciarán Lennon this Sunday. Pic: Andrew Fox

Brigid’s to win showdown Did you know? with the neighbours Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC Final St. Brigid’s v Clann na nGael on Sunday at Dr. Hyde Park at 4 pm  SEAMUS DUKE

To most Roscommon GAA fans the most startling statistic about this final is that the teams have not met in a senior final in 21 years. Given the rivalry that exists between the two clubs and the fact that both have been so prominent in Roscommon club football over the years it is amazing that their paths have not crossed in a final in all that time.

In fact the recent history of both these clubs can be traced back to that last final meeting between the two in 1997. Between 1976 and 1997 Clann were the undisputed kingpins of Roscommon (and Connacht) club football. In that 21-year period they had won an astonishing 16 titles.

In 1997 Brigid’s were attempting to prevent Clann winning another three in a row and they had not won a senior title since 1969. Brigid’s enlisted the help of John O’Mahony to guide their team that year and it paid off. Since that day in 1997 Brigid’s have won a hugely impressive 11 Roscommon titles and of course added the All-Ireland club title in 2013.

This year Clann will attempt to deny Brigid’s win another three titles in a row and they will hope to add to the title they won back in 2015 which was their first title in 19 years.

But enough of the history and the stats. Who is best equipped to win the Fahey Cup in 2018? St. Brigid’s started the year poorly but were missing a lot of players. When the championship resumed in mid-August

they had a lot of their players back and were far more solid.

Even the most committed Brigid’s follower will admit that the team has not been brilliant in this championship but they are getting the job done in every game which is a product of the vast experience that they have throughout their team. Panic is not in their vocabulary and they are improving with every game.

Niall McInerney, the Sheehy brothers, Peter Domican and Ian Kilbride have all been outstanding in defence at one stage or other.

In the engine room Garvan Dolan and Eddie Nolan have done well and Garvan Dolan is now one of the main free-takers on the team which is something new. Up front Senan Kilbride is still the main man and when on form is almost unmarkable. Clann will have to figure out a way of preventing him getting the ball which is no easy task. Brian Stack is also playing well and always a threat and Mark Daly and the youthful Brian Derwin are also threats up front.

Clann’s form is also very patchy. They began superbly with two good wins but against Strokestown they were poor, and against Western Gaels they were lucky to come out with a one-point win. The Johnstown men were excellent against Boyle and that put them in the last four. By all accounts they were lucky to come through the semi-final against Roscommon Gaels.

I have been really impressed by Stephen Flynn and Dara Pettit in the Clann full-back line. Pettit is improving with every game and he popped up to score the winning goal in the semi-final.

I expect to see Ultan Harney and Graham Pettit at

midfield. Harney is a match winner on his day and will have a vital role to play. His presence this year has been a huge boost to the Johnstown men.

Donie Shine is the undoubted talisman, and apart from his free-taking skills, he is the leader and inspiration for his team. But he will need help especially from the very talented Ciarán Lennon and the likes of Cathal Callinan and Cian McManus. Matt Scally is ruled out and he will be a loss as he had been playing well in this championship. David Flynn and Fergal Lennon could be in contention for starting places for Clann after recovering from injuries and that would be a big boost to them.

The early season form marked Clann down as probably the favourites for the title but they have stuttered a little since. If they can rediscover the form that saw them defeat Brigid’s and Roscommon Gaels early in the championship, then they will be in with a huge chance.

Brigid’s championship know-how and big day experience is an asset that is invaluable, especially at club level. They have not turned in a good 60-minute display in any match this season but in recent weeks there have been signs that the old swagger is back, and if that’s the case then it could be bad news for Clann.

I am not expecting an open attacking game. It will be cagey and hard-fought with not much between them.

It’s a hard game to call but the experience and the improving form of the defending champions looks like a match winning combination to me. Brigid’s look to have too many aces up their sleeves and I am going for them to edge home by a point or two.

Prediction: St. Brigid’s

• Clann na nGael are going for the 21st title on Sunday. Their last win was in 2015

• St. Brigid’s will be attempting to win their 17th senior title and are going for three in a row this year.

• St. Brigid’s manager Frankie Dolan captained his club to win the Fahey Cup in 2007 while selector Mark O’Carroll was the Brigid’s captain when they won in 2006 • Fergal Shine, the Clann na nGael manager, played for his club when the sides last met in a final in 1997 • Clann have won 7 Connacht Club senior titles including a six in a row (1984-1989) • St. Brigid’s have won 4 Connacht Club senior titles including three in a row (2010, 2011, 2012) • Frankie Dolan was the top scorer in the final five years in a row (2010 to 2014) • Donie Shine was top scorer in the final in 2015 when Clann beat Pádraig Pearses

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Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon C Final

Clann na Gael v St. Brigid’s on Sunday at Dr Hyde Park at 4pm

‘We need our biggest performance of the year’  SEAMUS DUKE

Frankie Dolan is arguably St Brigid’s greatest ever player and this year he will be hoping to lead his club to their third Fahey Cup in a row. Shane Curran and Mark O’Carroll, Frankie is as determined as ever to bring the title back to

Kiltoom. The prospect of beating their neighbours Clann na nGael in the final has given a fresh impetus to Frankie and backroom members Shane Curran and Mark O’Carroll as the big game approaches.

He told People Sport on Tuesday he is happy with his side’s form over the past

Frankie Dolan and Shane Curran will be hoping to mastermind another famous Brigid’s triumph this Sunday.

Pic: Mick McCormack

month or two.

“We started the year poorly. It is impossible to have any work done by April and we had players on the county senior team, the U-20 team, and we had lads away in America so we suffered in April. But since August we have had almost a full panel and we have been playing much better. I have to say that I am happy with our defence but we need to score more up front and we will need to do that on Sunday”.

Frankie says that Brigid’s’ big match experience might not be so much of a factor on Sunday next.

“I think you can over state that. This is a local derby and form and all that other stuff goes out the window.

Unless we play well on the day we won’t be winning and that’s the reality. Experience will not count for a lot when the ball is thrown in.

“Clann have been going well all year. They topped the group in the championship and they have been going well in the league too and they are putting up good scores. I was very impressed with the way they dug out the win against Roscommon Gaels in the

semi-final. The Gaels were the better team on the day but Clann found a way to get through so they will be a hard team to beat with that resilience. I hear that David Flynn and Fergal Lennon will be available for selection and that will make them stronger, so we are expecting a very tough challenge from them on Sunday”.

Even after 11 titles in 21 years as a player and manager Frankie says that the hunger for success is still there in the club.

“Oh the hunger for success is definitely still there.

The lads have been training very hard and there is certainly no issue with that at all. Every year our aim is to win the Roscommon title and this year is certainly no different”.

The gradual introduction of younger players is something that Frankie is very happy with.

“Lads like Mark Daly and Eddie Nolan are there for a couple of years and we have Brian Derwin, Eamonn Cunnane and Ciaran Sugrue challenging for starting spots which is good for the panel,” he said.

Frankie insists that the rivalry with Clann is not re-

ally a big issue as the game approaches.

“This is another county final that we are playing in and want to win regardless of who we are playing against. It would be the same no matter who the opposition was; we have to concentrate on our own game and let the fans and other worry about the other stuff”.

Finally, Frankie says that he is enjoying being involved as much as ever and is looking forward to Sunday’s big game.

“I love still being involved but there is nothing beats playing to be honest. To be on the line and involved with the team is the next best thing. We will be going out to win the match but we know that it will not be easy.

Clann will have no fear of playing St. Brigid’s and on form they are probably the favourites going into this final.

“One thing is for certain, we will have to produce our best performance of the year of we want to win.

Anything less will not be good enough. We are very hopeful that the lads have one big performance in them. We will need it,” he concluded.

O’Mahony looks back on breakthrough year  SEAMUS DUKE

There is much talk this week about the final in 1997, the last time that Clann na nGael and St. Brigid’s met in a decider. That year, St. Brigid’s brought in John O’Mahony to manage their senior team.

They had not won a senior title since 1969 and although they had been in a number of finals they could not make the breakthrough. But the experienced Ballaghaderreen man, along with selectors Davy Quast and Gerry Mannion, led Brigid’s to a historic win.

John remembered that breakthrough year fondly when People Sport spoke to him earlier this week.

“It was a great year for Brigid’s and it was fantastic to win that championship to be honest. It was a very tight match and a goal from Tom Lennon was crucial. There was a great spirit in the club and Tom Óg O’Brien was an inspirational captain of that team.

“It was the start of a long association that I had with the

club. In 1997 we were well beaten in the Connacht club championship by Knockmore but to win the county title was our number one priority. The club progressed after that and began to win Connacht titles and then of course they went on to win the All-Ireland”.

John is predicting another tight county final 21 years on.

“St. Brigid’s are a club that I am very fond of over the years, they are progressive and are a big club with great ambitions.

When I was involved a lot of the players were employed or were in college locally and that was a big advantage when training. It’s great to see the way they have progressed through the years and the fact that they are still winning titles is a great testament to them.

“There won’t be much between themselves and Clann.

There is a great rivalry between the two clubs who have a great history between them.

It promises to be a very tight game and of course I will be hoping that Brigid’s can win it,” he concluded.

1997 Final report from the Irish Times

St Brigid’s win bridges the years Clan na nGael’s stranglehold on the Roscommon SF title was loosened at Hyde Park yesterday when their neighbours St Brigid’s captured the Fahy Cup for the first time since 1969.

Winners of a staggering 13 senior titles in the last 16 years, Clan na nGael found it an uphill struggle to mark up their 20th title win. They trailed by five points at the break, despite having had the breeze behind them. The losers began brightly and demonstrated an economy of effort when establishing an early 0-3 to 0-1 advantage.

However, from the end of the first quarter, it was their less-fancied rivals who dominated the play.

A Brendan O’Brien point levelled the scores after 17 minutes before man-of-the-match Tom Og O’Brien launched an attack which culminated in John Tiernan fisting the ball to the Clan net for the only goal of the match. Benny O’Brien and Fergal Shine exchanged points before Tom Lennon scored twice to give the winners a commanding 1-6 to 0-4 interval lead.

Left corner forward Frankie Dolan, who had an outstanding game for the winners, stretched their lead with a magnificent point six minutes after the re-start and the same player restored that margin after substitute Emmet Dorney had converted a free for Clan na Gael.

Dorney was, in fact, to account for all of his side’s second-half total from frees. Crucially, Clan na Gael failed to beat St Brigid’s goalkeeper Aiden Cunniffe who made three splendid second-half saves.

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Fergal aiming for revenge 21 years on  SEAMUS DUKE

Back in 1997 Clann were coming to the end of a golden period of their history, while Brigid’s, with John O’Mahony as manager, had ambitions which were to be realised over the following two decades. There are many links between the two sides going back to that 1997 decider, not least the fact that Clann na nGael manager Fergal Shine played for Clann that day.

On Sunday he will have a chance to make amends for that defeat as he leads out his side in what is only their second final appearance in 21 years.

Fergal says that the format of the championship which sees two games in April before a long break until MidAugust dictated how they were going to approach the

championship this year.

“We looked at the fixtures and we put a lot into April this year. We knew that we were playing Roscommon Gaels and St. Brigid’s who were in the final last year and we wanted to make sure that we got as much as we could out of those games. It turned out well for us and it gave us a great start and the two wins set us up for later in the year.

“When we came back (after the break) we had a couple of ropey games but we put our heads down and worked hard and we wanted to get to a county final and thankfully it has worked out for us”.

Clann have survived two tight games in recent weeks (Western Gaels and Roscommon Gaels) to emerge winners by a point in both.

Those narrow wins have

been a big boost to Clann’s self-confidence.

“We played very poorly in the first half of both of those games. There were a few harsh words at half-time and we came out and played well in the second half and we got the job done. We played well against Boyle and we were happy with that too,” Fergal said.

“We knew that the game against the Gaels would be very tough. We beat them in Johnstown in April and we knew that they would be gunning for us. It was a very physical game and they hit hard but fair and there wasn’t much between us. We were very poor in the first half and never got going at all, and the Gaels should have been further ahead at half-time but we lifted our performance against the wind and we got

Pictured at Clann na nGael’s press night in Johnstown last Friday were Roisin O’Brien and Saoirse Dolan. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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some vital scores and we edged it in the end”.

The return of lads like Ultan Harney, Ciarán Lennon, Fergal Lennon, Jack Connaughton and Donie Shine has been a huge boost to Clann.

“Ultan has played in all our championship games this year which is a big plus.

Donie missed two championship games recently but he came back against Roscommon Gaels and played a huge part. It was great to have him back. He is a big game player and hopefully he will continue that on Sunday. It’s good that most of our players are fit now”.

Fergal knows the significance of Sunday’s clash.

“In 1997 I was playing and that day Brigid’s put an end to a golden era for Clann. It’s hard to believe it but it was 2015 when we next contested a final after that. This is only our second final in 21 years and if you were to say that to anyone in the club back in 1997 they would not believe it. But Brigid’s took over and they have been there or thereabouts since”.

There is a belief in Clann that they can beat St Brigid’s in the championship but Fergal knows that to beat them in a county final is a very tall order.

“We beat them a few times in the championship in recent years but county finals are different. Brigid’s know how to win them and that experience is invaluable.

I hear people saying that this Brigid’s team are at the end of the road but I would pass no heed on that kind of chat. They have experienced

players all over the pitch and some fine young players coming up and we know we will be up against it on Sunday.

“Our performance against Roscommon Gaels will certainly not be good enough to beat St. Brigid’s. We will have to up our performance significantly. We are training hard and we need to play for the full hour if we want to have a chance of winning.

“There is a great buzz around the club. We haven’t been in too many finals in recent years so it’s great and especially for the kids and younger people who can be part of it. It’s great to be in it but only if you win it”.

It’s Fergal’s second year in charge of the senior team and he is becoming more comfortable with the job as time goes on.

“Last year it was difficult enough. We had a lot of lads out with injuries but this year has been much better in that regard. Having said that Fergal Lennon is still not fit enough to start next weekend but it’s good to have him back and Matt Scally is out for certain, he was injured against Roscommon Gaels and Cian McManus is a doubt too but you always have a few knocks and bruises”.

Finally, Fergal has no doubt about how much a win would mean to everyone connected with Clann na nGael.

“Oh it’s a huge game for sure. We are playing against our neighbours and rivals and the last time we met in 1997 they beat us so it would be very sweet to reverse that result on Sunday,” he said.

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Clann na nGael’s longest serving player came on the scene just two years after Sunday’s two teams played in the county final in 1997.

Johnny Dunning has been a Clann regular since 1999 and in 2018 has been a regular off the bench making a big impact each time he has been introduced.

Johnny still enjoys being involved and is looking forward to meeting St. Brigid’s in Sunday’s final at Dr. Hyde Park.

“It has been an up and down season for us in terms of form and we have been disappointing over the past few games. We should be more confident and driving forward more, but hopefully that will happen on Sunday. We have to get on top in the middle of the field and drive on the way we did at times in the second half (against the Gaels) and we will have to do that all the way through in the final.

“St. Brigid’s’ record speaks for itself. They will have all their big guns ready for Sunday. They have a great mix of youth and experience

and we know we are up against it but we will be pulling out all the stops to win it.

“1999 was my first season with Clann and in the first few years we were involved in a few relegation play-offs and just keeping our heads above water so to speak. But in fairness to the club they went back to the grassroots and started at underage level and built from there and it took us until 2015 to get back to the top again.

“It’s great that we have close to a full panel this year and we need

them all and it will take a huge collective effort from us all to win on Sunday.

“I have been a sub this year but don’t get me wrong, I’d love to be starting. The day that you are happy to be a sub is the day you should give it up, but everyone has to play their part whatever that part is and I am really looking forward to it. Look at all the kids that are around here tonight; I have my own kids here too and it’s great to be a part of it.

It would be a great one to win,” he concluded.

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Donie calls on Clann to raise their game! how I played. We were lucky enough against the Gaels to be honest but we showed great character and great fight and resolve to edge through in the end.

“It’s been an up and down year for us really. We started with two great wins but we lost a bit of momentum with the long break and we haven’t been as good since. I don’t think that we are near our best yet and the way we are playing would not be good enough to win a county final but we will be hoping to pick it up considerably on Sunday.

“We are huge rivals with Brigid’s and we know all their players very well. What they have achieved is phenomenal and we know that it will be a huge task to beat them with their experience of playing in big games.

We are certainly hoping to be very competitive but Brigid’s know how to get over the line in these games so we

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Despite the fact that Clann na nGael have talented players all over the field Donie Shine remains the talisman and such an important part of the game plan of the Johnstown men. He is really looking forward to another final having tasted success in 2015.

“We are thrilled to be back in the final. It was disappointing that we have not got there since 2015 but we have had a lot of injuries but thankfully this year it has worked out. Ultan (Harney) and Fergal (Lennon) were both fit this year and that made a big difference to us and we need a full squad and we had that this year.

“I missed a few weeks because of a calf injury there recently and when I was off the lads were playing great but thankfully I got back in against the Gaels and I was happy enough with

Donie Shine pictured in action against Roscommon Gaels in the recent Roscommon SFC SemiFinal at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack

will have to play very well to have a chance.

“There is a great build-up and the banter this week between both sides will be special for the supporters but it all comes down to the game on the day and that’s what we will be focussing on. It’s a big occasion for both clubs and we will enjoy it as much as we can but of course we want to win it and we will be doing everything we can to do that and hopefully it will go our way in the end”.

Donie’s late dad Donie Senior, probably the greatest Clann na nGael man of them all, will surely be holding a watching brief when the ball is thrown in on Sunday.

“I think he was looking down on us last weekend against the Gaels and he pulled us over the line in that one and hopefully he can do the same this weekend!” (smiles)

Pictured at Clann na nGael’s press night in Johnstown last Friday were Eamon Harney, Graeme Pettit, Fergal Shine, Donie Shine and Paul Whyte. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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