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Local TD Michael Fitzmaurce has slammed his former colleague Shane Ross – and the Government – over plans to “move away” from dieselonly buses. Fitzmaurice is calling on the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross, to clarify why he intends to “fork out millions of euro of taxpayers’ money on buses that struggle to get up hills and spend huge amounts of time parked up awaiting repairs”. Deputy Fitzmaurice was comment-
ing on Minister Ross’ plans to purchase a new fleet of hybrid buses which work on a mix of diesel and electricity, as well as comments from the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to the effect that Dublin Bus and Bus Eireann will no longer purchase diesel-only buses. The independent TD is concerned that this move may evolve into “yet another ministerial pig in a poke that will work in theory, but not in practice”. He said: “Minister Ross and Taoiseach Varadkar must clarify whether
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I see the bruiser is gone… Wha’? The tough guy! Our modern-day Cúchulainn…he’s gone! He’s stepping away from the world stage! Who? The most talked about man in Ireland! He’s gone! Who? The bruiser…you last saw him proudly marching in Chicago, wearing the green, chest out…our warrior king…an Irishman striding forward with confidence in front of the world. Leo’s gone?! No! Not Leo! McGregor! He says he’s retiring. Oh…him. Yes, him! Not that fond of him meself. But sure good luck to him…
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(They both pause and look into their pints). He was giving out yards at the weekend. Who? Yer man…he was all talk, giving out about the opposition… Ah that’s all part of the game, that’s just McGregor trash-talking opponents. No, not McGregor! Leo! Oh, Leo… Yeah, did you not see it on the telly? The audience were clapping and dancing and waving… Dancing with the Stars?
No, I mean the Ard Fheis! The Fine Gael crowd were going crazy for Leo! He was trash-talking Micheal Martin. And Mary Lou. He’s our actual leader, and boy do we need leadership…especially with this Brexit thing. Ah, don’t start me on Brexit. Anyways, you were at the match? I was! Kerry are a class outfit. Did you have a pint afterwards? I did. Got in with a crowd of Kerry fans,
right jokers they were. One of them took out a few coins to pay for a pint and his friend said ‘You dropped a few All-Ireland medals there’. (They pause, look into their pints). I was thinking about what we were talking about. You know, leaders. A lot of people don’t like McGregor, but I suppose to some he represents a macho image of Ireland…you know…swagger, takes no nonsense, struts with confidence. Like Leo? Ah that’s not fair! Leo represents a different type of leadership. Intelligence. Diplomacy. A master of the boardroom. Maybe we need a combination of the two! A bruiser like McGregor, and a clever chap like Leo. Brains and brawn! Actually, we need a Chieftain. You know, that’s why a lot of people liked Charlie Haughey. Charlie didn’t worry unduly about menial stuff like day to day bills, he left that to others… To yer man, his ‘fixer’…Des Traynor? …yeah, and meanwhile Charlie strutted around the world stage, leading from the front… So, we need a strong, self-assured leader who is so busy and important that the day to day stuff…the mortgage and so on…is looked after for them? (Both pause, stare into pints). Both: John Delaney!
What we liked… From Billy Keane’s enjoyable column in Monday’s Irish Independent…on his trip to Roscommon to see Kerry play the home team: ‘The (Kerry) supporters were treated to the kind of welcome usually reserved for American presidents whose ancestors hail from the local village. I met a Kerry supporter and she insisted I write the line: ‘The Rossies did everything except light a bonfire’”. Ah!
What we didn’t like…
PIC OF THE WEEK…DETERMINATION! Connemara’s Marty Connelly is tackled by Elliot Jennings and Chris Duignan of Creggs during Sunday’s Connacht Rugby Junior Cup Final at The Sportsground, Galway. Picture: INPHO/Oisin Keniry
Our Alternative Awards The ‘Smug smile of the Week’ Award It goes to Donald Trump. This, in essence, was his reaction to the Mueller Report: ‘No collusion with Russia. Total exoneration. Good morning! America is the greatest country in the world. No President should ever have to go through this again!’ In fairness, it was determined that Mr. Trump had
not colluded with Russia during the 2016 American Presidential campaign. And so, our hero strides on…and, across America, Democrats (and quite a few Republicans) shake their heads and wonder…how we ever gonna get this guy?
The ‘Misunderstanding of the Week’ Award Eh, sorry…on behalf of the Irish media/ public (we will exempt some dreamers/ diehard supporters who never lost faith),
The Football Association of Ireland, famously ‘cash-starved’, borrows the relatively small sum of €100,000 from its CEO. Then, a ministorm when the news breaks. Awkward questions. That CEO, John Delaney, is ‘moved’ from the top job to a new role…that of Executive Vice-President. Nice! It’s management Fawlty Towers’ style. Honest-to-goodness grassroots soccer people – and taxpayers generally – surely want answers?
we’d like to offer an apology: After the Republic of Ireland v Gibraltar game, we may have given the impression that the Irish soccer team is nothing more than a hapless band of dogged but chronically limited players who hoof the ball up the field and then give desperate chase; in fact (after the Republic of Ireland v Georgia game) we’d like to now clarify that the team is actually a group of intelligent, talented, fiercely committed players with a decent passing game and considerable potential (to be continued)…
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Pictured at the launch of Mick’s 80th Birthday Challenge at Roscommon Leisure Zone on Friday evening last were (front row): Roger Farrell, Daire Feeley, David Mulrooney, Mick Harte, Martin Blighe. Middle row: Noel Feeley (Roscommon Sports Partnership), Martin Moylett, Martin Mulrooney, Finbar O’Reilly. Back row: John Concar, Peter McConn, Aidan Collins, Declan Kilroe and Jimmy Servis. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Mick (80) to cycle 80 km for charity! Castlerea native and Donamon Dynamos President Mick Harte is preparing to cycle 80km as part of ‘Mick’s 80th Birthday Challenge’ in order to raise funds to send a group of qualified tradespeople to Ethiopia to carry out badly-
needed works on the Sebeta Blind School. The challenge, which is supported by Roscommon Sports Partnership in association with Donamon Dynamos, will start from Ros Bowl, Lanesboro Road, Roscommon
on Sunday, April 28th and take Mick through Castlecoote, Creggs, Glenamaddy, Kilkerrin, Newbridge, Ballinamore Bridge, Ballyforan, Four Roads and back to Roscommon town via Athleague. (Full story in our next issue).
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... The secret to freedom is a Campervan holiday! Pictured at the launch of Mick’s 80th Birthday Challenge at Roscommon Leisure Zone on Friday evening last were Daire Feeley, professional cyclist with EvoPro Racing, David Mulrooney, ‘Friends of Sebeta Blind School’ and Donamon Dynamos Cycling Club, and Mick Harte, President of Donamon Dynamos Cycling Club. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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Oh well, now for the championship! The Hyde looked great on Sunday. Unfortunately, so did Kerry. I was a little late; on the positive side, that meant I got parking directly outside the gates. Does this happen every time (if you turn up a little late)? Roscommon were buzzing. In truth, they never gave up, they left everything on the pitch, but Kerry absolutely oozed quality. It was a beautiful day, but very, very windy, as I’m sure Roscommon goalkeeper Colm Lavin will agree. Kick-outs were some challenge on Sunday, the ball actually spinning back like a frisbee more than once. Our fate sealed long before the end, the atmosphere in the stand became subdued. So Roscommon kind of stuttered out of Division One, lamenting that unproductive trip to Cavan, what might have been against Tyrone. Still, roll on the championship…and there is much to look forward to!
Free financial advice to FAI I’m not great with the ould finances, but I still think I could possibly – just possibly – help the FAI out. We are constantly hearing that the Football Association of Ireland is ‘cash-strapped’. Now it turns out that they have been paying their (now former) CEO John Delaney an annual salary of €360k. This, we knew. What we didn’t know was that the FAI has also been paying rent of €3k a month on a house so that Mr. Delaney could rest his head at night and dream of his bulging bank account. So, here’s my advice. When the FAI hires a new CEO (Mr. Delaney has moved to a new role within the organisation) why not just pay that person €360k a year and tentatively suggest that they pay their own rent/mortgage? That way, the FAI would save €36k a year. Another point, and I appreciate the horse has bolted on this one…if the FAI had declined to pay Mr. Delaney’s rent over the last three years, they would have saved €108k and therefore would not have had to look for a €100k ‘bridging loan’…which they got from Mr. Delaney. My financial advice to the FAI is free, although I am available to discuss them paying our mortgage…
Roscommon fans pictured at Dr. Hyde Park last Sunday for the Roscommon-Kerry match. Picture: Michael McCormack
Dubs and the cattle: More revelations! I received this email from Roscommon fan Eddie Morley, in relation to my recent articles on the ‘night of mayhem’ when a small number of Dublin fans rampaged in Roscommon town (probably in 1975)… Dear Paul, I’ve enjoyed your recent articles which have revived great memories from the 1970s. I was 13 on that day, when the Dubs came to town. In those days I was brought from Loughglynn to every match with my older brother by Tom Mahon, a diehard Rossie supporter from the village (Feigh), who sadly passed away a few years back. My abiding memory is of the field on the right-hand side before the Hyde on the Athlone Road…I think it still is a low, waterlogged field. Cows were peacefully grazing in that field up ‘till early afternoon on that Sunday. I vividly remember a group of Dubs with long banners wrapped around them chasing a bewildered cow who had a ‘Jackeen’ (Dublin supporter) on her back…we thought it was hilarious at the time. Pity the
poor cow however…the more supporters cheered from the road, the faster the poor cow went. I can’t recall everything of what happened next, but the Dub went flying at some stage and we continued on our way to the Hyde. I can’t recall memories of the match but I think Tony Hanahoe and David Hickey were on the Dublin team. I would love to see if anyone still has the line-outs. As for the night before (when fights broke out in Castle Street and Dublin fans rode some cattle in a nearby field/in the street) I wasn’t old enough to be on Castle Street the night before – maybe just as well! Yours sincerely, Eddie Morley * Thanks Eddie for more great memories of that weekend… and I will welcome any more contributions, to paul@roscommonpeople.ie
There’s more than one Marty… I hardly ever watch Winning Streak, partly because Marty, giant of broadcasting though he is, has developed a very irritat-
There’s Marty and comedian Bernard O’Shea, both in dress suits, complete with bow ties, staring dreamily from the front cover
ing folksy-gone-mad style. It’s all terribly excitable and frantic, and dare I say it, prone to being a touch patronising towards the ‘Up-from-the-country-for-a-bit-of-dosh’ brigade. There are times when I feel sympathy for the contestants as the incredibly enthusiastic Marty Maestro emerges before them, rubbing his hands together, his head bobbing with excitement, a flurry of words startling the poor player. Some of these Saturdays I’m expecting a contestant to pull earplugs out of nowhere and communicate with Marty through hand signals only. (Now don’t get me wrong, I’m still a fan of Marty’s, he’s one of our most versatile presenters, and a lovely man. I spent a few hours in his company when he presented the Roscommon People of the Year Awards many years ago, and he could not have been nicer). Anyways, it just ‘came on’ on Saturday night, and before I could take drastic action, there was a fine, friendly Roscommon man in front of us. And I had no idea of the current (they keep changing the ‘games’) format, but within a minute of kick-off the Roscommon man had won a new car! So well done to Roscommon Hospital employee Brendan Leech, winner of that new car (and €5K). And while we’d really like Marty to tone it all down a little, we’ll stay loyal to the silver-tongued national treasure.
Is this really happening? Speaking of well-known ‘RTE Martys’…I see on the cover of the Sunday Independent’s Life magazine that Marty Morrissey is posing in the spot normally occupied by Miriam O’Callaghan. There’s Marty and comedian Bernard O’Shea, both in dress suits, complete with bow ties, staring dreamily from the front cover, under the headline ‘A fine bromance: When Marty met Bernard’. I was going to say ‘there are no words’ but unfortunately there are thousands of them inside, in a four-page special. It seems that the bizarre and relentless process of transforming the GAA commentator, decent man Marty, into some sort of all-round celebrity, is being cranked up. From what I can gather from this er…cover story, the latest development is: GAA commentator and journeyman comedian make a two-part television series about male grooming. Yep, coming soon. That’s it. Miriam must be fuming.
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‘Get into Golf’ programme tees off! Roscommon Golf Club are pleased to announce that they will be running a new ‘Get into Golf’ programme commencing with an information session open to both men and women on Thursday, April 4th. Are you interested in getting into golf? Or perhaps you played years ago and would like to get back into golf? Then the Confederation of Golf in Ireland (CGI) Get into Golf Programme is the perfect place to start. This programme ran very successfully in Roscommon Golf Club last year and it is hoped that this year’s programme will be equally successful, if not even better! The programme will cater for
the complete beginner and may also benefit those who have been inactive on the golf course for a number of years and who are now looking for that little push to get back to it. An Information Night will take place on Thursday, April 4th at 7.30 pm, with lessons commencing during the week beginning 8th of April. Cost of six weeks of lessons with golf professional Philip Murphy and time on the course are being offered at a special rate of €50. This is a great opportunity to try out golf and see if it’s for you. For further information, please contact Jacqueline on 086-1721181 or Paul on 086-0434637.
Roscommon Golf Club Ladies & Mens Beginner Golf Programme 6 weeks including lessons with Golf Pro. Starting on April 8th. Total cost €50 Information evening in Golf Club on Thursday, 4th April at 7.30pm For further info contact: Paul 086 0434637 Jacqueline 086 1721181
Pictured at the launch of Mick’s 80th Birthday Challenge at Roscommon Leisure Zone on Friday evening last were Breda Mulrooney, Mick Harte, President of Donamon Dynamos, and Fiona Mulrooney. (See page 3). Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
18 new social homes for Ballyleague Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy
Over €3m is to be provided for the construction of 18 new social homes at Meadowbrook, Ballycare, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon. News of the funding was announced by Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy. Senator Maura Hopkins said that Stage 1 approval for a capital construction project was issued to Roscommon County Council on March 15th. She added: “I know that officials have been working closely with the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government over the past number of months to achieve this outcome. There is a strong demand for social and affordable housing across this region. The allocation of this funding will allow Roscommon County Council to provide new homes for individuals and families in our community”.
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NewsPeople Volunteers needed for Organ Donor Awareness Week Organ Donor Awareness Week will take place from Saturday March 30th to Saturday April 6th. The Roscommon Branch of the Irish Kidney Association are looking for Volunteers to sell forget me not flowers, emblems, etc. in Roscommon town on Friday April 5th. If you are willing to help out please contact Maura at 086 8969670. Organ Donor cards can also be obtained by phoning the Irish Kidney Association – Lo call 1890 543 639 or Free text the word Donor to 50050. Visit websitewww.ika.ie.
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Roscommon SPCA car boot sale Roscommon SPCA will host a car boot sale on Saturday, April 6th at Casey’s Londis, Roscommon town from 9 am to 3 pm. Admission is €15 per car, and sellers are asked to bring their own tables. All money raised goes directly to animal welfare in the county.
Portrun Development Association AGM The AGM of Portrun Development Association will be held on Thursday, April 4th at 8.30 pm in Paddy Finn’s, Kilteevan. The meeting is open to all and your attendance would be most welcome. This is your opportunity to hear about the many successful developments and achievements Portrunny has had over the past year. It will set out suggestions for the coming year and if you want to be included you need to attend. We also invite participants to share in the benefits of being involved in the community for an hour per week brings.
Áine’s table quiz for India orphanage work Roscommon student Áine Farrell is travelling to southern India in June with the UCD Volunteers Overseas programme. She will
is back! We invite you to challenge yourself each Friday for the month of April. Races starts at 7.30pm from entrance gate to Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon. Register on the evening of each race from 6.30pm. Open to walkers and runners of all abilities. For further information Roscommon Harriers AC Race Series & Roscommon Harriers 10 mile Road Race or www. RunIreland.ie
Murray’s to host fun table quiz Roscommon fans pictured at Dr. Hyde Park last Sunday for the Roscommon-Kerry match. Picture: Michael McCormack
be working as a part of a physiotherapy team in an orphanage for children with disabilities and from underprivileged backgrounds. As part of fundraising for this project, Áine is running a table quiz on Friday, April 5th at 9 pm in Cuisle Holiday Centre in Donamon. A table of four costs €40 or €10 per person. All support would be greatly appreciated on the night and all donations welcome through
Áine Farrell’s fundraising page on www. altruism.ie.
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South Roscommon Singers Circle will host a fun table quiz in Murray’s of Knockcroghery this Friday (29th). There will be eight rounds of questions and the quiz will commence at 9.30 pm. €10 per person and tables will be limited to four participants. The organisers promise you an event filled with fun and entertainment – with some tricky questions of course! There will be spot prizes galore on the night as well as bonus prizes and raffle prizes on offer. Please support this event as proceeds will go towards the annual Singers’ Weekend in October.
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Frenchpark road resurfacing welcomed Road resurfacing works on the N5 at Frenchpark village are underway. Senator Maura Hopkins said: “It is very positive that works are now underway in Frenchpark. They will consist of 2km of excavation, rebuilding and resurfacing works. “The poor condition of the road surface in Frenchpark is an issue which many people have contacted me about over the past number of years. I have been consistently raising this issue with Roscommon County Council. “I want to commend the contractors for the high standard of work which has been carried out to date on footpath improvements and the pipe replacement works. I know
that these works are causing traffic issues at present. I will continue to work with the council and the contractors to ensure that delays can be minimised”. Cllr. Liam Callaghan also welcomed the commencement of overlay works in the village. “The works commenced this week and while there will be delays locally it will a major improvement to the village. “I have worked closely with residents to resolve safety issues in the village and I want to commend the contractors (O’Malleys) and the staff of Roscommon County Council”.
€276k boost for local communities Communities across Roscommon-Galway are set to benefit from a new Government fund specifically targeting community facilities. Under the Government’s new Community Enhancement Programme, Roscommon and Galway have been allocated €276,702. The Community Enhancement Programme, which is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development, will provide a total of €4.5 million in grant funding this year towards enhancing the facilities available to communities. The programme replaces and builds on two existing schemes (Communities Facilities Scheme and the RAPID). Deputy Denis Naughten said: “Roscommon and Galway Coun-
cils have received a significant portion of the national allocation by Minister Michael Ring which I very much welcome. Roscommon County Council will receive €133,301 while Galway County Council has been allocated €143,401. “This funding means valuable facilities in our communities can be enhanced and improved. Some funding is being ring-fenced for smaller projects such as lawnmowers, IT equipment and minor building works. “Other enhancements under the programme could include the purchase of equipment or materials, improvements to town parks and common areas and spaces, CCTV equipment and energy efficiency type projects”.
Pictured at the opening of the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon art exhibition – entitled ‘Take Notice’ – were Emily Murray, Carole Greene, Sinead Geraghty, Clíodhna O’Brien and Lauren Burke. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin
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Over €2m in funding for local community groups Over €2 million is being provided to 17 community organisations across Co. Roscommon under the 2019 Community Services Programme. The funding has been announced by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring. Welcoming the funding, Sena-
tor Hopkins said: “The funds will support the staffing costs of community organisations which are run on a social enterprise model. This means that local organisations are being supported to provide services in our communities, where it otherwise may not be financially viable to do so”.
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Athlone Towncentre celebrating inspirational mums this weekend The Style Fairy, Naomi Clarke, will this weekend host an afternoon of fashion & beauty in Athlone Towncentre Shopping Centre. On Saturday, 30th of March, Athlone Towncentre’s customers will be treated to three fashion showcases, a complimentary pamper area and lots of spot prizes from 1 pm to 4 pm. It’s hosted by Naomi, an award-winning blogger, stylist, personal shopper and a mum of two. Given that the show coincides with Mothers Day weekend, Athlone Towncentre has announced that the event will be used to celebrate two local inspirational mothers and to raise funds for the charities spearheaded by them.
Paula Naughton and Sinead Kerrigan are two local mums whose respective charities, Join our Boys Trust and Bring Kieran Home, have touched the hearts of many since their inception and any funds raised at the event will be divided between the two charities. Announcing the charity inclusion, Centre Manager Shirley Delahunt said: “As our afternoon of fashion and beauty takes place on the same weekend as Mothers Day, we wanted to celebrate some of the local mums who have been working tirelessly in unimaginable circumstances to improve the lives of their children. Both Join our Boys Trust and Bring
Kieran Home are two charities which epitomise this and we are delighted to support them in this small way. “We would love if our customers on the day could support these fantastic charities when attending our shows or availing of the beauty treats on the mall. Over the course of the afternoon, we will also have lots of spot prizes and raffle prizes on offer. Any donation on the day would be hugely appreciated and this will be further added to by a donation from the centre directly” Ms. Delahunt elaborated. Full details and times for the shows can be found on www. athlonetowncentre.com
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Murphy slams Government over ‘inaction’ on flooding Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has said the Government’s “inaction” in terms of maintenance of the River Shannon has led to increased difficulties with serious flooding problems beginning to escalate. As Fianna Fáil spokesperson on the OPW and Flood Relief, Deputy Murphy has highlighted the fact that water levels at Lough Ree are up 50mm, Athlone downstream is up 70mm while Banagher is up 90mm, after several heavy days and nights of rainfall in the middle of March. “I acknowledge that Minister ‘Boxer’ Moran is attempting to be proactive on the issue, but the Government’s response has been abysmal, with little or no mainte-
nance work being carried out on the River Shannon in recent times. “We had a very dry summer last year and that was the opportunity to carry out maintenance works but it seems that flooding needs to escalate or reach crisis levels before the Government takes action. “An agreement was to be made between the Government and Bord na Mona in terms of removing silt and peat deposits, yet that has not proceeded. “Maintenance of the River Shannon needs to be expedited – it is vital that increased capacity is provided in the River Shannon,” concluded Deputy Murphy.
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Pictured at the opening of the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon art exhibition – entitled ‘Take Notice’ – were Siobhán Rimmer, Sinead Geraghty, Maria Duarte and Sinead Earley. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin
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STRAIGHT TALKING
Border blues: WITH SEAMUS DUKE
My biggest fear is threat of violence, not the economy This Friday, the 29th of March, is the date on which the UK should have left the EU. Now we don’t know whether it will be April the 12th or May the 22nd – or maybe in two years’ time. Theresa May and the parliament in Westminster don’t know either. The economic consequences of a crashout Brexit – with no deal – have been laid out in black and white this week. Anyone who wants to know where the next recession is going to come from will have their answer very soon if the UK and EU do not come to some agreement in the next couple of weeks. Those in the know say a no-deal scenario is closer than ever this week. My biggest fear is not an economic downturn, but the possibility that violence will return to this country in border areas and further afield. Any sort of border checks (inevitable if there is a crash-out) will be music to the ears of many of the paramilitaries on both sides of the political divide, people who would only relish the chance to re-ignite the hatred and misery. We have a generation of young people who have grown up in an atmosphere of relative peace on this island. The Good Friday Agreement, for all its flaws, has delivered peace, and if that were to stop or be undermined, it would be a far bigger price to pay than any economic downturn. The politicians north of the border have much to answer for over the past couple of years. The DUP and Sinn Fein cannot
Cllr. Orla Leyden “Working with the Community - Working for You”
CANDIDATE IN THE ROSCOMMON LOCAL ELECTORAL AREA Local Elections 24th May 2019 “I am a County Councillor in Roscommon since 2004 with a Constituency Office at Goff Street, Roscommon Town. I continue to be there for you, your family, friends and Community. On Polling Day, 24th May, I would appreciate your support to carry on my work for you and the Community.” – Orla.
090 6634925 or 087 2819918 cllroleyden@roscommoncoco.ie @orlaleyden agree to sit down and work together, and as a result there has been no Government in Northern Ireland for the past few years. There is no-one to represent the people as the biggest challenge that they have ever faced is unfolding in London. Public representatives on all sides in
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Any sort of border checks will be music to the ears of many of the paramilitaries on both sides of the political divide, people who would only relish the chance to re-ignite the hatred and misery
Northern Ireland should be ashamed of themselves. Apart from the fact that Sinn Fein refuses to take their seats at Westminster – despite the fact that the could have helped to engineer a deal on Brexit – there is a real prospect of a return to the bad old days on the border and on the island of Ireland as a whole. I have watched a number of documentaries about the 1980s in this country in recent weeks. It would be deeply depressing to return to those days of hatred, bitterness and cruelty. If the situation were to worsen again (in terms of violence) it would take decades to stop it again, if indeed it were to be successfully stopped. The British Government have shown that they are unable to deal with Brexit, but the consequences here on this island could be far greater that anywhere else. Price rises and job losses will only be minor considerations if the violence of old resumes. Frightening and depressing times. Can we all pray that a deal is done – even at this late stage?
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Volunteers needed for Organ Donor Awareness Week Organ Donor Awareness Week will take place from Saturday March 30th to Saturday April 6th. The Roscommon Branch of the Irish Kidney Association are looking for Volunteers to sell forget me not flowers, emblems, etc. in Roscommon town on Friday April 5th. If you are willing to help out please contact Maura at 086 8969670. Organ Donor cards can also be obtained by phoning the Irish Kidney Association – Lo call 1890 543 639 or Free text the word Donor to 50050. Visit websitewww.ika.ie.
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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council intends to close the roads set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed:
L7644 Ardnaglug from junction with L2031 Taughmaconnell to railway bridge UBG120.
Alternative Routes:
Via L 7644, R446 & L 2031
Roads to be closed:
L2026 from Newtown Cross to Bernard’s Cross
Alternative Routes:
Via L 2025, R362, R446 and L 2027
Reason for Closure:
To facilitate Iarnród Eireann bridge works
Brendan Leech from Corristown Co. Roscommon has won €30,000 including a car on last Saturday’s (23rd March 2019) Winning Streak Game Show. Pictured at the presentation of cheques were from left to right: Sinead Kennedy, Winning Streak game show co-host; Brendan Leech the winning player; Orla Roche, Head of Digital at the National lottery and Marty Whelan, Winning Streak Game Show co-host. The winning ticket was bought from Spar, Racecourse Road, Roscommon. Pic: Mac Innes Photography.
Period of Closure:
From 6.00pm on Thursday, 18th April, 2019 to 7.00pm on Sunday, 21st April, 2019
BRENDAN’S WHEEL(S) OF FORTUNE…
Objections in respect of the proposed closure may be made in writing to the Roads and Transportation Department or e-mailed to roads@ roscommoncoco.ie to arrive not later than 5.00pm on Friday, 5th April 2019. Roads & Transportation Department Roscommon County Council
A Roscommon man won €30,000 when he appeared on the National Lottery Winning Streak TV game show on RTÉ One last Saturday. Brendan Leech, from Corristown in Co. Roscommon, got his Winning
Streak game off to a flier when he won an electric car worth €25,000 in the opening game of the programme. He went on to scoop another €5,000 in cash from the show. Brendan and Eileen have been mar-
ried for more than 40 years and the couple have six children, all of whom were in the RTE audience cheering him on. They are Jenny, Mary, Gerard, Mark, Clare and Carmel. Brendan is also a proud granddad to four grandchildren.
‘Ailbhe in India’ Project 2019 Fundraising American Tea Party this Friday night AILBHE MADIGAN
NOTICE OF ELECTION ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL An election of members for each of the local electoral areas of the abovementioned local authority is about to be held. Nomination papers may be obtained from the address below during the usual office hours, Monday – Friday from 9.15am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 5.30pm. A person may nominate himself/herself as a candidate or may, with his/her consent, be nominated by a proposer who is registered as a local government elector in the local electoral area of the local authority for which he/she proposes to nominate the candidate. A nomination paper from a candidate of a registered political party must have a certificate of political affiliation attached which must be produced to me with his/ her completed nomination paper. If no certificate is attached, the candidate must, before the latest time for receiving nominations, either•
secure 15 assents to the nomination by way of statutory declarations by local government electors registered in the relevant local electoral area (forms available from me or the registration authority), or
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make a deposit of €100 (deposit may also be made on the candidate’s behalf).
The latest time for receiving nominations is 12 noon on the 4th day of May, 2019. Completed nomination papers may be delivered to me in person by the candidate or his/her proposer at any time when I am at my office, from 10am on the 27th day of April 2019 until 12 noon on the last day for receiving nominations I am required by law to attend to receive nominations between 10am and 12 noon and between 2pm and 5 pm on the 3rd day of May, 2019 and between 10am to 12 noon on the 4th day of May, 2019. If the election is contested, a poll will be taken on the 24th day of May, 2019 between the hours of 7.00a.m. and 10.00p.m. Shane Tiernan, Returning Officer Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae, Roscommon
Date: 28th March 2019
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My name is Ailbhe Madigan and I’m from Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. I am 19 years old and studying psychology in UCD. This summer, I have decided to something a little bit different…I am partaking in the SUAS 2019 Volunteering programme. SUAS are an outstanding Irish charity who support access to quality education in Ireland, India, Kenya, and Zambia, providing support to over 10,000 children each year. I have been lucky enough to have been selected to volunteer on their behalf in Kolkata this summer. I will be working with a team of 11 volunteer teaching assistants in schools over there. My work in school will also include supporting curricular activities and providing one-on-one support for particular children, who haven’t been offered this before. We will also be organising extra-curricular activities like sports and summer camps. As well as sending us as volunteers, SUAS and a large part of the money the volunteers raise goes towards financial assistance and ongoing technical expertise to its partners. Our team will be work-
ing along SUAS’s partner, ‘The Thoughtshop foundation’ in Kolkata. This is a non-profit, social communication organisation which works hard to educate and initiate change in the communities and slums around Kolkata. They tackle social issues such as gender inequality, child labour, trafficking, reproductive health and educational disadvantage (to name a few!). Our placement will be both exciting and challenging, as it not just teaching English to children, but supporting children and adolescents alike with their English education, while also informing them on these issues in an informative and respectful way. It will be our mission to combine the aims of SUAS (literacy) and the Thoughtshop Foundation (education on global issues) to maximise their knowledge. The placement will be mostly spent in the city of Kolkata, but it will also involve a brief stint in the Sandurbans, a very rural section of India. Our team will be spending a total of eight weeks there, from June to August. The first challenge I am facing before I depart for the placement in June is
to meet the fundraising fee. This is a sum total of €3,500. In order to raise money towards this fee, I will be holding an American-style Tea Party in Tully’s Hotel, Castlerea, on Friday, 29th of March. Entertainment on the night will include music from the local talent of Comhaltas Ceoltoirí Éireann and Tony D. Entry will cost €10, and a monster draw will be held
on the night. For those who cannot attend, raffles have been placed in various shops and restaurants in Castlerea and I will link the online donation page below. I would like to thank in advance all who leave a donation in any form, big or small. www.idonate.ie/ailbhemadiganSUAS2019
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Get snapping this weekend… Unique Roscommon Photography Project! Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council Cllr. Ivan Connaughton is encouraging everyone – young and old – to participate in a unique Roscommon photography project entitled ‘My Roscommon’ on Saturday, 30th of March 2019. “The aim is to try to get a snapshot of Roscommon life on one particular day and we have nominated that day to be Saturday, 30th of March, as part of this year’s Cathaoirleach’s Award” Cllr. Connaughton told us. “We want people to upload a photo as we try to capture for future generations Roscommon in 2019. We have picked broad themes that we want the public to think about when they are snapping – My Home, My People, My Community – and from these we are hoping that images from farmyards to playgrounds, kitchens and football pitches will appear”. The Cathaoirleach was keen to stress that the photographs do not need to be perfectly framed landscapes or family portraits. “We want people to think about their favourite place – whether it be a corner of their kitchens or a quiet spot down a county lane in North Roscommon. The people we hope to see are your family, your elderly neighbours, your children at play – the possibilities are endless and the themes are purposely broad to encourage people to be as imaginative as possible”. It is hoped that an exhibition of at least some of the images will take place in Roscommon County Council’s Corporate HQ and that a number of awards will also be made to amateur photographers. “The ‘Cathaoirleach’s Award’ was introduced last year as part of the Creative Ireland
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Roscommon Programme and we hope to build on its success again with the support of Creative Ireland” Ivan continued. “Cam-
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‘Camera phones have made photographers of us all and we know how proud Roscommon people are of their county so this project will suit the Rossies down to the ground!’
era phones have made photographers of us all and we know how proud Roscommon people are of their county so this project will suit the Rossies down to the ground!” The project is aimed at amateur photographers and press photographer Brian Farrell will select the winners in April. Prizes in three categories – Child: Up to 12 years; Young Person: 13-17 years; and Adult: 18 and over. For full terms and conditions and application form please visit: http://www.roscommoncoco.ie/ en/Services/Community/Creative-Ireland/ The Cathaoirleach’s Award is supported by the Creative Ireland Programme, an all-ofGovernment five-year initiative, from 2017 to 2022, which places creativity at the centre of public policy. Further information from creative.ireland.ie and ireland.ie
I care about local people and local issues. We have a great community with a wonderful quality of life. But we need more services, more infrastructure. I will fight for what we deserve. We need to be heard. Please do not hesitate to contact me on local issues – Marty
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Pictured at the opening of the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon art exhibition – entitled ‘Take Notice’ – were Sophie Moran, Emily Flynn, Ellen O’Beirne, Leah Fallon and Éabha Dolan. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin
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Memorial Tractor Run in aid of Hospice The JJ McHugh Memorial Tractor Run in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice will take place on Easter Monday (22nd) from Julian’s of Midfield, Swinford. Registration will take place at 1 pm with the run starting at 2 pm sharp. All types of tractors, vintage vehicles and trucks welcome. Refreshments will be served after. Music by Eunice Moran. Entry fee ₏20. Contact Mary on 085-7477678 or Jarlath on 086-4045133 for more information. Your support would be appreciated.
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Knockcroghery Community Alert meeting
Roscommon For Life is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, April 4th at 8 pm in Hannon’s Hotel with speakers from Gianni Care and Rachel’s Vineyard – helping agencies which offer practical assistance and free confidential healing services pre and post abortion. All are welcome to attend.
The next Knockcroghery Community Alert meeting will take place at 9 pm next Monday (April 1st) in Knockcroghery Community Centre. Station area representatives are asked to please attend.
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Ballaghaderreen GAA table quiz The annual Ballaghaderreen GAA table quiz takes place in Durkin’s on Holy Thursday (April 18th) at 8 pm. This has been a staple for the past couple of years and promises to be great fun for young and old. There will also be an Easter Hamper raffle on the night with one lucky winner sorted for goodies after Lent!
Free CPR training in Roscommon Library Did you know that over 70% of cardiac arrests happen in the home in front of a loved one? Roscommon Library will host free community CPR training sessions on Friday, May 3rd. There are a small number of places remaining on the 11.30 am and 2 pm sessions – register for a free session of your choice by logging on to www.HandsforLife.ie. For more information, please contact Lorraine at lkeane@roscommoncoco.ie.
Cllr. TONY WARD will launch his
Local Election Campaign on Friday 29th March in McDermott’s Pub, Curraghboy at 10pm Cllr Tony Ward is a full time County Councillor since he was first elected in 2004 and is Independent member of Roscommon County Council NO ADMISSION CHARGE
Music by Shane Moore Contact details: Mobile 087 9165226, Tel 090 6488294 E-mail tonywardmcc@eircom.net
PUBLIC NOTICES
Artists in Schools Programme 2019 Roscommon County Council Arts Office is seeking artists to take part in the Artist in Schools Programme 2019. We are looking for artists who have experience in delivering high quality arts experiences for children and young people and who are interested in working collaboratively with the selected primary schools. There will also be a pilot programme for pre-schools/after-schools/full day care and one artist will be required for this pilot. Further details and application form are available on: http://www.roscommoncoco.ie/en/services/community/arts-office/artistin-school.html Please note that the successful applicants will be required to undergo the Garda Vetting procedure.
St. Paul’s BNS 50th Anniversary Garden, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon are amongst the recipients of a grant. Pictured are Cliodhna Murphy, Martina Ryan and Suzanne Griffan. Also pictured (on left) is Amy O’Shaughnessy, Marketing Acquisition and Sponsorship Manager from Energia with (on right) GIY’s Head of Community Development and Campaign Ambassador Karen O’Donohoe. Picture: Patrick Browne
Grant for Nuala’s Garden! The winners have been announced in the ‘Energia Get Ireland Growing’ community growing fund created by GIY (Grow It Yourself) in partnership with Energia. Amongst the grant recipients was St. Paul’s Boys National School’s 50th Anniversary Garden (‘Nuala’s Garden’), Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. A fund of €75,000 has been awarded to 86 community food growing projects across the island of Ireland. The teams behind the 86 community projects will each receive funds in order to develop their unique
projects and ideas further for the benefit of their local community. The project announced as the overall winner and awarded the top prize of €5,000 is The Zero Waste Community Garden in Kildare which is dedicated to growing fruit and vegetables in a sustainable and organic way for gardeners and community residents. County Roscommon Disability Support Group established Nuala’s Garden in 2007 with the help of volunteers and staff. The garden has become an integral part of RSG.
Food is grown by independent living skills participants in the raised beds for lunches at the centre and the garden provides peace for visitors as well as the wildlife and bird population. The greenhouse assists in the growing of herbs, vegetable plants, bedding and soft crops for sale to assist in the sustainable project. RSG supports people with disabilities, older people, families and carers as well as welcoming the wider community to enjoy the garden and produce.
Return Completed Applications to: Roscommon County Arts Office Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98 Or Email: artsofficeapplications@roscommoncoco.ie with ‘Application for Artist in Schools Programme 2019 (applicant name)’ typed in email’s subject box. The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is 5pm, Wednesday 17th April 2019. Late applications will not be considered. All enquiries to Breata Coyle, Tel: 090-66-37235 or email: artsofficeapplications@roscommoncoco.ie Majella Hunt Director of Services Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98
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Glenamaddy group into All-Ireland Drama Finals Glenamaddy Players have qualified for the All-Ireland Confined Drama Finals in Doonbeg, Co. Clare which will take place from April 5th-April 13th 2019. The draw to determine what night the group will perform their production of ‘Rabbit Hole’ by David Lyndsay-Abaire takes place on Sunday, March 31st in West Clare. Throughout the festival circuit the cast have received awards along with many nominations. The cast
is as follows: Becca (Tina Ward), Izzy (Anna Flaherty), Howie (Cian Boyle), Nat (Marie Coneran) and Jason (Patrick Coneran). The play is directed by Coman Keaveny and they are ably supported by a diligent backstage crew. Rabbit Hole, the recipient of a Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2007, tells the story of the Corbett family, who have everything a family could want – until the day their world is turned upside down.
In the aftermath of a life-shattering accident, a young husband and wife find themselves drifting perilously apart. Rabbit Hole charts their bittersweet search for comfort in the darkest of places and for a path that will lead them back up into the light of day. If you have not already seen this production, please note that it will be performed at the Town Hall Theatre, Glenamaddy on Wednesday, April 3rd. Booking on 086-2045896.
Cast members Patrick Coneran, Cian Boyle, Marie Coneran, Tina Ward and Anna Flaherty and (on right) Coman Keaveny (Director).
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The Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) is hosting an Apprenticeship Information Evening on Wednesday, April 3rd from 6 pm at Áras an Chontae (Roscommon County Council buildings) in Roscommon town. This event is open to all, particularly students and their parents. For more information, contact 091-706200 or click www.apprenticeship.ie.
Youth Mass this Saturday in Roscommon The normal 7 pm Parish Mass on Saturday, March 30th in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon, has been especially designed for young people, by young people, in conjunction with the three secondary schools in the town, and the Parish Clergy. While this Mass has been designed for our youth, people of all ages are invited to attend this normal Parish Mass and benefit from the huge amount of work our young people have put into this community initiative.
Mind of Many Colours at The Quad Roscommon The Mind of Many Colours conference will take place at The Quad Youth Centre in Roscommon town this Friday (29th) from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm. This conference will share the findings of recent research into the lives of LGBTQ+ youth in a rural setting, with a focus on mental health. For more information check out www.foroige. ie or contact The Quad.
New street lighting for Castlerea estate Knights of St. Columbanus All-Ireland Public Speaking Winners 2019: Theresa Kelly & Margaret Larkin (English Department), Aoibhe D’Arcy (Captain), Maureen Quinn, Nathan Green, Ronan Tumbek, Mary Colleary (School Chaplain), Gerald Harbinson, Supreme Knight of the Order of the Knights of St. Columbanus.
All-Ireland Public Speaking win for Castlerea school On Saturday, March 9th the Senior Public Speaking team from Castlerea Community School were crowned winners of the fifth annual Knights of St. Columbanus Public Speaking Competition 2018-19. This is a national youth faith initiative supported by the Knights of St. Columbanus, an order of Catholic laymen founded in 1915 by Canon James O’Neill. Runners-up were St. Joseph’s College, Garbally, Ballinasloe and Killina Presentation Secondary School, Tullamore. The team from Castlerea won first place at the Diocesan Final held at Abbey Community College, Boyle and progressed from the Connacht Final, held in Knock House Hotel. The successful teams at Diocesan, Provincial and All-Ireland level received trophies and cheques for their school on each occasion, while students on the winning teams received vouchers to the value of €50. The Castlerea CS team’s topic was: ‘Living the Christian Life’. The team was Aoibhe D’Arcy, Maureen
Quinn, Nathan Green and Ronan Tumbek, with Aoibhe (as captain) starting the day’s proceedings with an eloquent introduction to the issue of World Hunger. Maureen followed with a passionate discussion pertaining to real-world examples of hardship, and Nathan presented a powerful conclusion detailing initiatives that have been put in place to address the issue both in Ireland and internationally. All arguments were supported by the students’ lived faith experiences and their faith formation within family, parish and school. The standard at the All-Ireland final was commended by both the adjudicators and Co-ordinator of the competition, Seamus McDonald (Knight). On announcing Castlerea Community School as winners of the All-Ireland competition, they were highly commended for focusing on their active faith lives as well as their in-depth knowledge of scripture and church teaching. Their presentation of the topic was outstanding, with balance, depth and excellent team-
work evident throughout. There were jubilant scenes among the assembled group from Castlerea CS including the team, their mentors, families and friends and other members of the school community who travelled in support. The immense achievement of this team was noted, as they are the first winners of the Knights of St. Columbanus Public Speaking Competition from Connacht and the first school from the Community School sector to win at this level. The Castlerea Community School team are most grateful to Justin Harkin (Diocese of Elphin Education Secretariat), Seamus McDonald (Knight of St. Columbanus) coordinator of the competition, Bishop Kevin Doran, adjudicators, Ms. Eileen Ryan (Principal, CCS) and Jarlath Burke (Deputy Principal, CCS) and the staff and families of Castlerea Community School for their unwavering support and encouragement.
Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice has announced that an ongoing problem with lighting at the New Estate in Knockroe, Castlerea looks to be finally coming to an end. “I have been lobbying Roscommon County Council for some time to replace the ageing streetlights and cabling which continues to break down. “The Council are now going to install 20 new LED lights and associated cabling in the area to fix the problem. This is great news for the area and I will be lobbying the Council to replace all old lighting in the town with modern LED lighting especially in areas where the street lighting is below standard,” Cllr. Fitzmaurice said.
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Team Ireland’s Chelsea Phillips, a member of the Roscommon SO Club, from Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, and Swimming coach Chaperone Ester King, right, lead out Team Ireland athletes as they arrive home from the 2019 World Summer Games Abu Dhabi at Dublin Airport in Dublin. Photo by Ray McManus/Sportsfile
Hand joins call for immediate action on Climate Change Malachy Hand, a Fianna Fail candidate for the upcoming local elections in South Roscommon, has hailed the success of an Information Evening on ‘Our Changing Climate’, held at Athlone Institute of Technology on Thursday evening last. The event was organised by Fianna Fáil Deputies Eugene Murphy, Robert Troy and Barry Cowen.
Dr. Conor Murphy of the Irish Climate Analysis and Research Units (ICARUS) at Maynooth University, addressed the gathering, outlining findings from recent studies which identified natural and human factors contributing to climate change. Panellists Emer Burton, Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), Thomas Ryan of
the IFA and Siona Cahill, President of the Union of Students of Ireland later joined Dr. Murphy in addressing the gathering from each of their perspectives and debating man’s contribution to the problems presently experienced with climate. In terms of the Paris Agreement on emissions, Ireland is sorely behind with a potential of €600
million in fines which could be better spent elsewhere, they argued. Attendees were invited to examine their own role in contributing to what has become a worldwide crisis, culminating in unusually hot spells such as that experienced last Summer and increased rainfall. Mr. Hand said: “As a voice
for our young people, I feel that our youth must have a stronger say in implementing the recommendations of the Paris Climate Change agreement, as their futures are directly impacted by climate change such as the heat and drought experienced in Ireland last summer and the flooding witnessed over the past number of winters”.
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Government abandons plan to locate asylum seekers in Rooskey Department says decision solely linked to lease PAUL HEALY
The Department of Justice has insisted that its decision to abandon a controversial plan to locate 80 asylum seekers in Rooskey was not linked to the two suspected arson attacks on the Shannon Key West Hotel. The Department had been pressing ahead over recent months with plans to use the former hotel as an accommodation centre for asylum seekers. Amidst controversy over the plans, the hotel was the scene of two suspected arson attacks, which Gardai are continuing to investigate. The people of Rooskey have emphatically distanced themselves from those attacks, insisting that people in the area are traditionally very welcoming, but that Rooskey does not have the services or facilities to cope with the mooted arrival of 80 asylum seekers, many of whom would not speak English, have suffered trauma in their own country, and would not be legally entitled to work, at least in the short term. In a statement issued to the Roscommon People on Thursday, the Department of Justice said that the decision not to proceed with the project was entirely down to issues to do with the lease agreement pertaining to the former hotel.
Pointedly, the Department said: “The decision not to proceed was taken solely in relation to the difficulties with the lease”. The news that the plan to open an accommodation centre for asylum seekers in Rooskey will not be proceeding broke early on Thursday morning – and has been welcomed by a number of local politicians. The Department of Justice cited “difficulties with the lease agreement” as the reason for its change of heart. The statement read: ‘The Department of Justice and Equality regrets that it is not in a position to proceed with plans to open an accommodation centre in the Shannon Key West Hotel, Rooskey. ‘The decision was taken following legal advice sought from the Chief State Solicitors Office which found difficulties with the lease agreement between the owners of the hotel, and the operator renting it, which made proceeding with the proposed centre unviable. ‘The Department is not party to these lease arrangements and these matters are outside our control. ‘We remain committed to sourcing suitable premises to meet the accommodation needs of people in the international protection process. A regional procurement process is underway and will continue throughout the year. ‘The decision not to proceed was taken solely in relation to the Shannon Key West Hotel, Rooskey difficulties with the lease’.
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Positive reaction as saga ends… Eugene Murphy Fianna Fáil TD for RoscommonGalway Eugene Murphy has acknowledged the announcement that the Department of Justice will not go ahead with plans to provide accommodation for asylum seekers in Rooskey. Deputy Murphy commented: “The Minister for Justice informed me on Thursday that the plans to provide an accommodation centre in Rooskey will not now proceed. There are lessons to be learned from this proposed plan. “The Minister must understand you should not identify a location and make plans to move people into a village without prior consultation with residents or stakeholders, while also providing no additional facilities for the new and existing inhabitants. “It was extremely disappointing to see outside groups come into our community and cause distributions and division. That is not the community I know. The people in Rooskey
are compassionate and welcoming. “There are people fleeing from dangerous situations looking for a steady place to live. The government must learn from the past few months to ensure asylum seekers are provided with safe and suitable accommodation,” concluded Deputy Murphy.
Andrew Reynolds Andrew Reynolds, Fine Gael candidate for the Boyle Municipal District in the local elections, welcomed the news. “This is a positive day for the people of Rooskey but cannot be seen as victorious for us – or that today we are winning a battle,” he stated. “This development is positive also for the asylum seekers who would have been brought to a village which had no adequate services. The whole area of direct provision is completely wrong and dehumanising for all involved”. Mr. Reynolds said that huge lessons can and must be learned from what
he called the “Rooskey debacle”. “Our whole concern was for not only the welfare of the asylum seekers but also for the future welfare of our village. Our village needs to become highly reliant on tourism for any future development. Over the last number of years the Irish economy has changed so much that we had overpriced ourselves and started to lose our trade, our water quality decreased and our fish stock diminished. However we are now in a very good place, our water quality has never been as good, our fish stock is better than ever and we are marketing ourselves well across Europe”. Mr. Reynolds added: “I feel that this positive move from the Department in withdrawing their intention to turn the former Shannon Key West Hotel into a direct provision centre is the day that we open a new chapter in the village of Rooskey – we hope that we can bring our village to a good and a positive place going forward. We have great people around
us in our village; we have great talent and great groups locally and now need to remain united as one”.
Tom Crosby Local election candidate Tom Crosby said that he very much welcomed the news. He said: “At the first public meeting held in Rooskey village when it was first announced last year that 80 refugees were coming to the Shannon Key West in the village, I came out very strongly against the proposal on the basis that Rooskey did not have the necessary facilities or infrastructure to provide for 80 people coming from cities in war-torn countries. “I stressed at the time that it would be a serious injustice to the unfortunate people that have gone through so much to be now placed in a small village with no proper infrastructure or facilities to accommodate their needs. “Rooskey, with the River Shannon flowing through the centre of the
village, is one of the most attractive tourist destinations on that river and a hotel facility is critical to developing the potential of the area. “In turn, a hotel development would create much-needed employment in a village that lost several hundred jobs which were never replaced when Glanbia closed down many years ago”. Mr. Crosby said that the community in Rooskey is united with many excellent different voluntary organisations and he called for urgent state assistance to help these groups achieve their goals for the area.
Maura Hopkins Stating that Minister David Stanton had informed her of the decision on Thursday morning, Senator Maura Hopkins issued a brief statement, saying: “I previously raised concerns with Minister Stanton on numerous occasions in relation to the lack of resources and facilities in the village of Rooskey to cater for a Direct Provision Centre”.
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‘Cattle farmers facing financial ruin’ – IFA IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said farmers selling cattle at the current unviable prices are shipping major financial losses and facing financial ruin. He called on the Minister for Agri-
culture Michael Creed to insist that the Brexit compensation package currently being negotiated with the EU to be applied retrospectively. “It is very easy for Commissioner Hogan to tell farmers ‘not to panic’ and
for Minister Creed to adopt a ‘wait and see’ approach, but the financial reality is Irish beef farmers are on their knees and urgently need a tangible response from Brussels, which addresses the Brexit losses. IFA has put detailed proposals to
the Department of Agriculture on what’s needed for the beef and livestock sector”. Angus Woods accused the factories and agents of overcooking the negativity around the cattle price, which he said has seriously damaged farmer confidence in
the sector. “Cattle farmers have faced a barrage of negativity on the price since last autumn. It is incredible that the price has been stuck at a base of €3.75 for steers and €3.85 for heifers since last September”.
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Last week a Grass10 Beef Spring walk took place on the farm of Joe and Padraig Murray, Elphin, Co. Roscommon. Pictured at the event were Gerry Cregg, Teagasc Advisor, Castlerea; Carmel Reilly, AIB Roscommon; Catherine Egan, Teagasc Beef Specialist; Joe Murray, host farmer (with his grandson Jonah); Tom Kellegher, Regional Manager, Teagasc, Roscommon/Longford; Adam Woods, Irish Farmer’s Journal, and Georgina Caslin, AIB, Carrick-on-Shannon.
Roscommon People MART WATCH Roscommon Mart sample prices Dry cows AAX 960kgs €1585, BBX 795kgs €1490, AAX 795kgs €1480, AAX 810kgs €1340, HEX 935kgs €1335, BBX 675kgs €1230, AA 855kgs €1290, Lim X 645kgs €1000, AAX 685kgs €1010, BBX 735kgs €1105.
Heifers Lim X 490kgs €1150, Lim X 505kgs €1100, BBX 465kgs €1100, Lim X 505kgs €1060, Char X 445kgs €1000, Lim X 420kgs €1000, BAX 440kgs €950, Lim X 360kgs €910.
Bullocks Lim X 775kgs €1700, Char X 690kgs €1625, 4 Char X 640kgs €1575, 2 Lim X 557kgs €1570, 2 Char X 532kgs €1490, Lim X 490kgs €1490, 2 Char X 595kgs €1460, SHX 550kgs €1445, 3 Lim X 578kgs €1405, Char X 480kgs €1385, Char X 500kgs €1400, 8 Char X 320kgs €1025, Lim X 495kgs €1330.
Weanling heifers Char X 495kgs €1240 - €2.50 per kilo, Lim X 460kgs €1200 - €2.60 per kilo, Simm X
400kgs €1010 - €2.52 per kilo, 2 Lim X 365kgs €1010 – €2.76 per kilo, 3 Char X 415kgs €1035 - €2.49 per kilo, 3 Lim X 356kgs €955 - €2.67 per kilo, Char X 260kgs €830 - €3.19 per kilo, Char X 210kgs €715 €3.40 per kilo, Char X 345kgs €875 - €2.53 per kilo, Char X 355kgs €1020 - €2.87 per kilo.
Weanling bulls Char X 495kgs €1325 - €2.67 per kilo, Char X 580kgs €1305 - €2.25 per kilo, Char 460kgs €1200 - €2.60 per kilo, Lim X 455kgs €1175 - €2.58 per kilo, Char X 350kgs €1100 - €3.14 per kilo, Char X 345kgs €995 - €2.88 per kilo, Char X 350kgs €965 - €2.75 per kilo, Lim X 330kgs €920 - €2.78 per kilo, Lim X 285kgs €900 - €3.15 per kilo, 2 Lim X 280kgs €845 - €3.01 per kilo, Lim X 260kgs €710 - €2.73 per kilo.
Finished hoggets 72kgs €122, 57.5kgs €121, 53kgs €121, 60kgs €121, 52kgs €121, 53.3kgs €120, 50.3kgs €118, 50.6kgs €115.
Manager’s report… Brendan Egan, Castlerea Mart “Numbers presented for sale continue to grow with a large entry of stock on offer and despite the recent inclement weather conditions trade remained firm for all categories of stock on offer. “The bullock and heifer rings reported good demand this week while the weanling rings have been boosted by strong export demand while the calf ring had increased numbers on offer with improved prices on offer. The breeding stock and dry cows reported good clearances also. “Cows with calves at foot made from €750 to €1,570 per head. Springers made from €900 to €1,390 per head. Dairy cross type calves made from €5 to €55, Fr Bulls €30 to €110, with Hereford and Angus calves making from €155 to €300 and continentals making up to €510 per head. “Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (Thursday 28th) with our usual sale of heifers, cows, calves, runners and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am”.
Manager’s report… Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There was another good entry of excellent quality stock on offer at last Friday’s sale which included a special sale of bullocks. There was a brisk trade for all stock with a strong demand in particular for bullocks from the large number of customers present. Bullocks fetched from an average of €2.31 per kilo up to €3.19 per kilo. Heifers prices ranged from an average of €2.27 per kilo up to €2.52 per kilo. There were good numbers of dry cows on offer with prices ranging from €1.56 per kilo up to €1.87 per kilo. “There will be a special sale of heifers this Friday (29th) at 11 am with 40 pens on offer as well as bullocks and dry cows. “There were similar numbers on offer at this week’s sheep sale. Prices for finished hoggets peaked at €122 for 72kgs. There was a steady trade for cast ewes with prices ranging from €40 up to €125. Ewe with two lambs at foot made up to €252, ewe with one lamb at foot made up to €190 and in-lamb ewes made from €200 to €228 per lot. “Sales continue each Wednesday at 11 am for lambs and cast ewes. There is a sheep scanning service each Wednesday from 9 am to 10 am”.
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Lmx 695kgs €1375, Lm 710kgs €1330, Ch 840kgs €1465, Lm 775kgs €1355, Fr 680kgs €765.
Heifers AAx 425kgs €1010, Lm 410kgs €970, Ch 480kgs €1310, Chx 485kgs €1265, Lm 440kgs €1140, Ch 505kgs €1310, Lm 680kgs €1475 AA 590kgs €1265.
Weanling bulls Ch 275kgs €830, Ch 380kgs €1040, Lmx 380kgs €1315, Ch 470kgs €1130, Chx 425kgs €1055, Lm 320kgs €1050.
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Creggs to host County Ploughing Championships on Sunday, April 7th New Connacht title to be won on the day A new Connacht Horse Ploughing title will be on offer at the County Roscommon Ploughing Championships on Sunday, April 7th. This competition, which is confined to competitors from the Connacht region, has been sanctioned by the NPA and will feature a prize
fund of €1,000, kindly sponsored by the Sweeney family from Strokestown. This year’s County Roscommon Ploughing Championships takes place on the Hanley family farm at Kilbegnet, Creggs, Co. Roscommon. Civil Engineering firm Ward & Burke are main sponsors of this year’s event and will have a large civil engineering display on site as well as offering six apprentice places on the day. The international civil engineering firm is looking for young men and women who are willing
to work outdoors, who are hard workers and who feel that they can learn better with hands-on experience. Staff from Ward & Burke will be on hand to talk to prospective trainees on the day. Ward & Burke are currently working with CIF, City and Guilds, ESB, Irish Water and Ervia to put together a programme of learning which would lead to an apprenticeship qualification. The Roscommon event will feature fun for all the family, from bouncing castles for the children to Macra Farm Skills for the
young adults and a range of craft displays. The event will also feature some of the region’s best ploughmen and women, with an array of machinery new and old turning the sod. Sheep dog trials will also take place on the day. Traditional craft skills such as blacksmiths, as well as weavers and wool workers, will also be displaying their skills on the day in what promises to be a fun day out for all the family. For further information on the Roscommon event contact PRO John Hanley on 086-8125211.
IFA critical of TB Forum IFA Animal Health Chairperson Pat Farrell.
IFA Animal Health Chairperson Pat Farrell has strongly criticised the lack of progress of the TB Forum in addressing key issues for farmers. He said the Department of Agriculture, facilitated by the Forum structure, has continually frustrated efforts to address the critical issues for farmers. “IFA agreed to participate on the understanding it would provide farmers with the opportunity to have the key issues impacting on our livelihoods addressed. We are the single largest contributor to the programme, providing €54m annually directly and indirectly. “Following six full meetings, the key issues raised by IFA, on behalf of farmers, remain to be addressed. These issues have been clearly and consistently highlighted
to the Minister, his officials and the Forum and relate primarily to the compensation and support payments to farmers. “A number of bilateral meetings were facilitated by the Forum late last year, but the issues have not been progressed by the Department of Agriculture,” he said. Pat Farrell said despite the commitments given by the Minister for Agriculture, the TB Forum is functioning as a vehicle for the Department, but is ignoring the issues raised by farmers. “The draft interim report presented to the most recent meeting gives a very clear insight into the intentions of the Minister and his officials. It details additional controls and sanctions for farmers with no reference to the compensatory issues put forward by IFA,” he said.
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Roscommon tourism industry prepares for Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands international debut at Meitheal. Pictured are: Carol-Anne O’Conor Nash (Clonalis House, Castlerea); Sarah McCarthy (Fáilte Ireland); Mark McGovern (Fáilte Ireland) and Marguerite O’Connor Nash (Clonalis House). Photo: Thomas Nolan Photography.
Roscommon tourism industry prepares for ‘Meitheal’ show! Members of the Roscommon tourism industry including Clonalis House, Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, Lough Key Forest and Activity Park and Heart of Ireland Tours attended a Fáilte Ireland training programme at the Sheraton Hotel in Athlone, as they prepare to sell ‘Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands’ to influential international buyers and tour operators at Meitheal, Ireland’s largest annual travel trade show, which takes place at
CityWest Hotel in Dublin from the 2nd to 3rd of April 2019. Following the launch of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands in April 2018, Fáilte Ireland’s newest regional experience brand will be officially unveiled to over 300 overseas buyers and tour operators from 20 countries at Meitheal next month. Almost 30 members of the tourism industry from across the Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands re-
gion will attend the trade show for the first time to showcase their tourism offering with the aim of being scheduled on the tour operators’ future itineraries, which will be sold to tourists around the world. Meitheal is organised by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority, to enable the Irish tourism industry to meet directly with influential overseas buyers from around the world.
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A County Roscommon business has achieved a quality mark signifying it meets the highest standards of service and trust. Scramogue-based NCLS Crane and Lifting Services was awarded the coveted All-Ireland Business All-Star accreditation at Croke Park last week. NCLS Crane Lifting Services supplies the construction industry with equipment, personnel and training. All-Star accreditation is an independently verified standard mark for indigenous businesses, based on rigorous selection criteria.
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‘Best Presentation & Interview’ award went to St. Nathy’s College, Ballaghaderreen for ‘Cocoa & Co’ (handpainted, customised mugs, along with handcrafted marshmallows and hot chocolate cubes). Pictured are Chloe Allen, Emma Grady, Ciara Morley, Ailbhe Regan. Teacher Karen Munnelly is on right. Also pictured are Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, and LEO staff.
‘Most Beneficial to Youth’ award went to Scoil Mhuire, Strokestown for ‘Bia Blasta’, a cook book of recipes suitable for Junior Cert home economics, under 9 sections. Pictured are team members Méabh Tighe, Lorna Tiernan, Leigh McGinley. Clodagh Smith (teacher) is on right. On left: Anne Browne of Roscommon LEO.
Countdown to Croke Park begins for Roscommon’s most enterprising students Team from Roscommon Community College will represent County Roscommon at the National Final of the Student Enterprise Programme in Croke Park on Friday, 3rd May Every September through Local Enterprise Office Roscommon, entrepreneurial secondary school students begin their business journey as they are encouraged to research, set up and run their own ‘real-life’ businesses. The enterprise education initiative, funded by the Government of Ireland through Enterprise Ireland and delivered by the 31 Local Enterprise Offices in Local Authorities, is the most successful student enterprise programme of its kind in the country. An estimated 26,000 students from 490 schools around the country begin their entrepreneurial journey every year with the help of their teachers, student enterprise co-ordinators and Local Enterprise Office. The students were all competing at the County Final on Thursday, 21st of March (held in the Abbey Hotel). 389 students from seven second level schools took part in the 2018/19 programme locally. Special guest, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, said: “The benefits of taking part in this type of programme are many, and it is hoped that you have learned lifelong skills such as teamwork, public speaking, overcoming obstacles, tenacity, managing finances, customer service, etc. “What is really striking is how confident young people are in presenting their final proposals, with many teachers remarking that students often develop self-confidence as they work their way through the different stages of their business. Introducing enterprise to students in such a relevant fashion can only help to create more entrepreneurs in the future”. In the Senior Category of the competition, Roscommon will be represented on May 3rd by Keelan Murray, Michael Lohan, Matthew Ryan and Ben Finnerty from Fáinne Rathúil – Rings of Success (design and manufacture high quality student graduation
Runner-up (Convent of Mercy, Roscommon team) whose entry was ‘All Scrubbed Up’. Pictured are Laura Lane and Éabha Dolan. Emma Mannion is missing from pic. Teachers: Edel Connolly (on left) and Niall Cunningham (missing from pic). Also pictured (on right) Anne Browne of Roscommon LEO and Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council.
Members of the winning team pictured with local politicians (left to right) Senator Maura Hopkins, Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice, Senator Terry Leyden, Cllr. Orla Leyden, Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher and Cllr. Valerie Byrne.
rings), from the Roscommon Community College. Speaking at the County final, Anne Browne, Local Enterprise Office, stated: “There are seven schools represented here today, i.e. Scoil Mhuire, Strokestown; St. Nathy’s College, Ballaghaderreen; CBS Roscommon; Convent of Mercy, Roscommon; and
Community Colleges of Roscommon, Castlerea and Elphin, representing 15 mini businesses and 47 students. “It’s a fantastic achievement to get to the county final. The nature of competition is that prizes are limited, but it is really important to remember that you are all winners, having won a prize at your school final”.
‘Fáinne Rathúil – Rings of Success’, a team from Roscommon Community College, were county winners in the senior category. Team members Keelan Murray, Michael Lohan, Matthew Ryan and Ben Finnerty are pictured with Jude Lohan, Deputy Principal, Roscommon Community College (second from left, back row) and Local Enterprise Office staff. Teachers: Joanna Gallagher and Denise Staunton (missing from pic).
‘Most Enterprising’ award went to Castlerea Community College for ‘Fantastic Frames’ (customised picture frames using recycled materials where possible). Pictured are team members Maureen Quinn, Anna Soares, Aisling Kelly. Teacher Yvonne Ryan is on right. Anne Browne of Roscommon LEO is on left.
In addition to the Overall County Winners, four additional prizes were awarded. They went to: Convent of Mercy, Roscommon for ‘All Scrubbed Up’ – (body/lip scrubs, made primarily from coconut oil and sugar, and lip balms made from melted beeswax, petroleum jelly and coconut oil); Scoil Mhuire, Strokestown for ‘Bia Blast’ (a cookbook
of recipes suitable for Junior Cert home economics, under 9 sections); Community College, Castlerea for ‘Fantastic Frames’ (customised picture frames using recycled materials where possible) and St. Nathy’s College for ‘Cocoa & Co’ (hand-painted, customised mugs, along with handcrafted marshmallows and hot chocolate cubes).
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Ireland’s largest fast charge point is coming to Roscommon It has been announced that Roscommon town will soon be home to Ireland’s largest fast charger facility for electric vehicles. The 80kw charge point will be installed at Casey’s Circle K Service Station in May and Cllr. Orla Leyden had
high praise for the Casey family and Casey’s Circle K manager, Jim McCausland, earlier this week. “I am delighted that Roscommon, the County Town, will have the largest fast charger for electric vehicles in the country in-
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stalled at Casey’s Circle K in May. “Well done to Jim McCausland and the Casey family for their foresight in bringing this EV Fast Charger to the town. “This is great for people with EV cars in the area
and it is fantastic for promoting more visits to Roscommon by addressing the EV fast charging blackspot. The fast charging point will put Roscommon town back on the map for people with EV cars planning weekends away in Ireland. “Jim’s determination in getting the EV Fast Charger unit installed before the summer tourism season is truly commendable. Jim, who is Chairperson of the County Roscommon Tourism Forum, is acutely aware of how this practical measure will improve visitor numbers to the county. “Casey’s Circle K is being proactive and putting the necessary infrastructure in place that will see Electric vehicles fully charged in half an hour. They are also playing an important role in encouraging more people to opt for electric vehicles by improving the
supporting infrastructure, thus helping the environment,” she said. Cllr. Leyden expressed disappointment however with delays in Government funding of nationwide fast charging points. “I am disappointed that we are still waiting on Government to invest in the network of fast charging points in the country and heartened that a local business is taking the initiative and showing their commitment to the area. “I would also like to thank John Mockler, Roscommon Municipal District Coordinator, again for his assistance in improving the visibility of the standard (slow charging) EV charging areas in Roscommon town with green marking thus making it easier for people with electric cars to charge their vehicles without obstruction,” she said.
Jaguar I-Pace voted European Car of the Year The all-electric Jaguar I-Pace has been voted ‘European Car of the Year’. This is the first time a Jaguar has won the coveted prize. Prof. Dr. Ralf Speth, Chief Executive Officer, Jaguar Land Rover said: “For our first electric vehicle to also be the first Jaguar to win European Car of the Year gives us a huge sense of pride. “The I-Pace was designed and engineered in the UK from a clean sheet of paper. It is the most technologically advanced battery electric vehicle. It’s a true game-changer. Winning European Car of the Year is an honour and real recognition of what our world-class team has delivered”. The European Car of the Year jury comprises 60 motoring journalists from 23 countries.
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Insurance cost remains top concern for Irish motorists Research by Ireland’s only electronic parking and tolling tag provider, easytrip, has revealed Irish motorists most prominent concern is the cost of insurance. It tops the list for 68 per cent of respondents. Insurance was followed by the cost of fuel (56%) and the condition of the roads (39%). Additional concerns included other road users (32%); the cost of motor tax (28%); the cost of a car service (26%) and the policing of traffic and traffic incidents (19%). While the cost of insurance remains a top concern for motorist, the research revealed that one in 10 drivers were unaware of the features of their insurance policy with many of the benefits or lack of benefits unknown to the respondents. Nationwide, the standard of driving can vary depending on congestion levels and road conditions, but how do we rate ourselves as drivers? Respondents to the research disclosed the standard as ‘average’, with one in five stating that it was ‘somewhat good’ or ‘not good’ at all. The
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Research shows new diesels as clean as petrols While the demand for diesel engines continues to decline across Europe, we learn that according to on-road research conducted by the German automobile club ADAC, some diesel cars emit almost no NOx, suggesting the latest models are as clean as their petrol counterparts. Overall in 2018, more than half of all new passenger cars registered in the EU ran on petrol (56.7 per cent, compared to 50.3 per cent in 2017), while
diesel accounted for 35.9 per cent and only 2.0 per cent of new cars were electricallychargeable vehicles (ECVs). Tougher Real Driving Emissions 2 (RDE2) rules will be introduced in January 2020, requiring all new models launched to achieve 80mg/km or less (60mg/km for petrol). This will be a part of Euro 6D. A tolerance (conformity factor) for the on-road test will be allowed, meaning the actual limit is 114mg/km for diesels
and 86mg/km for petrols – significantly higher than any of the vehicles tested by ADAC. However, in January 2021 all cars sold must achieve more accurate figures. These tolerances will be removed by 2023. The current RDE rules require diesel cars to emit no more than 168mg/km of Nox. ADAC performed the tests using a portable emissions measurement device (PEMS), in the same way as the official test.
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Ford promises all-new Focus ST delivers much more Ford has revealed the allnew Focus ST and it will go on sale across Europe this summer. It is developed by Ford Performance to deliver nimble hot-hatchback thrills in a stylish, comfortable and practical family car. The new ST builds on the class-leading driving dynamics of the fourth generation Focus in fivedoor and wagon body styles. Ford claims that their new C2 architecture is enhanced with unique suspension, braking and powertrain configurations for the most responsive and agile Focus ST driving experience ever on road and track alike. A new engine line-up claims to driver up to 12 per cent more power and 17 per cent more torque compared with the previ-
ous generation Focus ST. And it adds that Ford’s 280 PS 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol and 190 PS 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel engines both deliver a broad spread of power and torque across the rev-range, for fast-revving sports performance. Ford also boasts that first application of an electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD) for a front-wheel drive vehicle further enhances as standard the cornering and stability of the EcoBoost-powered variant – sharpening responses to changing grip levels and driver inputs using computer-controlled pre-emptive actuation. A choice of six-speed manual or quick-shifting new seven-speed automatic transmissions is being offered, and ‘Selectable Drive Modes’ technology
is introduced to the Focus ST for the first time, enabling drivers to adjust the vehicle’s character to suit the driving scenario. ‘Continuously Controlled Damping’ (CCD) will
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Volvo Cars to impose 180 kph speed limit on all cars One of the worldwide leaders in safety, Volvo Cars, is sending a strong signal about the dangers of speeding and will limit the top speed on all its cars to 180 kph from 2020. The company’s Vision 2020, which aims for noone to be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo by 2020, is one of the most ambitious safety visions in the automotive industry. But realising that technology alone will not get it all the way to zero, Volvo Cars is now broadening its scope to include a focus on driver behaviour. Research by Volvo Cars has identified three remaining concerns for safety that constitute so-called ‘gaps’ in its ambition to completely end serious injuries and fatalities in its cars, with speeding a very prominent one. “Volvo is a leader in safety…we always have been and we always will be,” said Håkan Samuelsson, president and chief executive. “Because of our research we know
where the problem areas are when it comes to ending serious injuries and fatalities in our cars. And while a speed limitation is not a cure-all, it’s worth doing if we can even save one life”. Apart from limiting top speeds, the company is also investigating how a combination of smart speed control and geofencing technology could automatically limit speeds around schools and hospitals in future. “We want to start a conversation about whether car makers have the right or maybe even an obligation to install technology in cars that changes their driver´s behaviour, to tackle things like speeding, intoxication or distraction,” said Mr. Samuelsson. “We don’t have a firm answer to this question, but believe we should take leadership in the discussion and be a pioneer”. The problem with speeding is that above certain speeds, in-car safety
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Roscommon County Council hosted an evening to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Áras an Chontae on Friday last. Pictured at the event were Breege, Helen and Mary Harrington. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Roscommon County Council hosted an evening to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Áras an Chontae on Friday last. Pictured at the event were Darragh and Deborah Condron. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Roscommon County Council hosted an evening to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Áras an Chontae on Friday last. Pictured were committee members from Down Syndrome Roscommon including Thomas Mulry, Deborah Condron and John Landy with Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council Cllr. Ivan Connaughton. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Friday was Roscommon Down Syndrome Day! Last Thursday (March 21st) may have been World Down Syndrome Day – but Friday proved to be Roscommon Down Syndrome Day! To mark the occasion, Roscommon County Council hosted members of Down Syndrome Roscommon branch and their families. During the afternoon there was a display of artwork and photographs submitted by branch members at the council offices. After refreshments were served, members were warmly and eloquently welcomed by Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, Cathaoirleach, and Eugene Cummins, Chief Executive. It was a wonderful event for members who were made feel very welcome by all. The Roscommon branch wishes to thank Creggs National School for their fundraising activities and
Roscommon County Council hosted an evening to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Áras an Chontae on Friday last. Pictured were Ava, Mia, Holly, Lorraine and Michael Lynch. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Roscommon County Council hosted an evening to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Áras an Chontae on Friday last. Pictured were Thomas Mulry, Caoimhe Leonard, Bob and Jacqui McCormack, Deborah Condron, John Landy and Holly Lynch. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
kind donation on the day. The branch also invited Jackie and Bob McCormack and Caoimhe from Roscommon Special Olympics to the event. Down Syndrome Ireland offers support and
services to people with Down Syndrome and their families throughout Ireland. The Roscommon branch is one of twentyfive branches nationwide. The branch provides members in Roscommon
with: speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, home tutoring, cycling lessons in conjunction with Roscommon Sports Partnership, an annual Christmas Party, professional financial and
legal advice for parents’ families, workshops for siblings and talks from professionals. Members of the branch committee are John Landy, Tom Mulry and Deborah Condron.
Roscommon County Council hosted an evening to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Áras an Chontae on Friday last. Pictured at the event was Roscommon County Council CEO Eugene Cummins and Cathaoirleach of Roscommon, Cllr. Ivan Connaughton along with members of Down Syndrome Roscommon. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Roscommon County Council hosted an evening to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Áras an Chontae on Friday last. Pictured were Declan, Jacqueline and Phoebe Kelly. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured is Cian Mulry (left) and Robert and Michael Crowley. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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Pictured at the Roscommon Easter Parade launch in the Red Parrot were Liam Finneran, John Doorly (Doorly’s Corner House), Orla Healy, Adrian Murray (Murray’s Bar), Cllr. Orla Leyden, Joint Treasurers Caitlin McConn (JJ Harlow’s) and Patricia Mullaney (Red Parrot), Siobhan and Paul Carthy (Central Bar), Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher, Michelle Creaven, Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, committee chairperson Larry Brennan (Down the Hatch), Secretary JJ Cattigan (Cattigan’s Bar) and James McNamara. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Roscommon Easter Parade 2019 launched DAN DOONER
There was a good turnout for last Friday’s launch of the 2019 instalment of the Roscommon Town Easter Parade, held in The Red Parrot, Roscommon town. The parade will take place on Easter Sunday (April 21st) at 1 pm. Chairperson of the parade committee, Larry Brennan, welcomed committee members, business people, Roscommon County Council Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, and Cllrs. Kathleen Shanagher and Orla Leyden. He also thanked Roscommon County Council for their continued support of the event, including a grant of €1,000 for this year’s parade. Cllr. Connaughton, who officially launched the event, said: “Nothing beats the Roscommon Easter Parade and the atmosphere. It’s a real family occasion. Well done to the new committee and congratulations to the previous committees who have done fantastic work.
“For voluntary groups to get involved it’s not easy in any town, village or area, so well done to the incoming committee for taking on the mantle”. The committee is inviting community/voluntary groups and businesses to enter floats on the day. There is a new category of award this year – ‘Most Environmentally Aware’ – in addition to the ‘Best Overall’, ‘Best Community/Voluntary’, ‘Best Commercial’, ‘Most Entertaining’, ‘Judges Special Award’ and also a ‘Best Window Display’ award. On the day, local pubs, cafés and restaurants will be taking part in a ‘Straws Suck’ Plastic Free initiative, spearheaded by Kilteevan Tidy Towns and supported by Suzanne Dempsey, Environmental Officer with Roscommon County Council. The parade committee hope that the event will be ‘Plastic Straw Free’. Publicans involved in the parade committee have committed to this and it is hoped that other premises’ will also sign up on the day.
Pictured at the Roscommon Easter Parade launch in the Red Parrot were Secretary JJ Cattigan (Cattigan’s Bar), Adrian Murray (Murray’s Bar), Siobhan Carthy (Central Bar), Joint Treasurer Patricia Mullaney (Red Parrot) and Paul Carthy (Central Bar). Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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WeekendPeople SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION In today’s First Reading, God forgives “the reproach” of the generations who grumbled against Him after the Exodus. On the threshold of the promised land, Israel can with a clean heart celebrate the Passover, the feast of God’s firstborn son (see Joshua 5:6–7; Exodus 4:22; 12:12–13). Reconciliation is also at the heart of the story Jesus tells in today’s Gospel. The story of the Prodigal Son is the story of Israel and of the human race. But it is also the story of every believer. In Baptism, we’re given a divine birthright, made “a new creation,” as Paul puts it in today’s Epistle. But when we sin, we’re like the Prodigal Son, quitting our Father’s house, squandering our inheritance in trying to live without Him. Lost in sin, we cut ourselves off from the grace of sonship lavished upon us in Baptism. It is still possible for us to come to our senses, make our way back to the Father, as the prodigal does. But only He can remove the reproach and restore the divine sonship we have spurned. Only He can free us from the slavery to sin that causes us – like the Prodigal Son – to see God not as our Father but as our master, One we serve as slaves. God wants not slaves but children. Like the father in today’s Gospel, He longs to call each of us “My son,” to share His life with us, to tell us: “Everything I have is yours.” The Father’s words of longing and compassion still come to His prodigal children in the Sacrament of Penance. This is part of what Paul today calls “the ministry of reconciliation” entrusted by Jesus to the Apostles and the Church. Reconciled like Israel, we take our place at the table of the Eucharist, the homecoming banquet the Father calls for His lost sons, the new Passover we celebrate this side of heaven. We taste the goodness of the Lord, as we sing in today’s Psalm, rejoicing that we who were dead are found alive again. – Scott Hahn Ph.D., www. salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)
THE BRIDGE CLUB Roscommon Bridge Club Club Pairs Session 1 – 1st: M. McDermott & J. Adamson, 2nd: K. Dowd & P. O’Shaughnessy, 3rd: C. Ansboro & C. McGrath. Happy ‘71 Bridge Club President’s Prize (Mrs. Mary Coyle) Session 1 – 1st: K. Murray & M. Molloy, 2nd: K. Kelly & B. Ferguson, 3rd: M. Kearns & P. O’Shaughnessy. Ballymurray Bridge Club North/South – 1st: P. Donnelly & N. Rogers, 2nd: P. Whyte & M. Byrne, Gross: M. Dolan & A. Carney. East/ West – 1st: M. McSharry & T. McManus, 2nd: V. & P. Finneran, Gross: A. Hewitt & E. Curley. Kilbride Bridge Club North/South – 1st: T. & B. Moran, 2nd: A. Igoe & G. McDermott, 3rd: B. Gillooly & F. Keane. East/West – 1st: B. Fallon & P. Murray O’Brien, 2nd: L. Hussey & M. Hussey, 3rd: M. Fallon & M. Mullen.
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Even in defeat, cup final day was memorable It’s Monday evening as I am writing this, and I have to say that even though we (Creggs) lost the Connacht Junior Rugby cup final to Connemara
in Galway on Sunday, it was one of the best and most exciting days that I have had for a long, long time. All week the excitement was build-
Pictured at the launch of the Heritage Audit of Creggs & District and Creggs Junior Tidy Towns were Mary Kelly, Michael Ward and Seamus Keane. Pic: Mick McCormack
ing in the village, and I suppose after 26 years (since our last appearance in the final) it was understandable that some of us would be really looking forward to the occasion. While the result was a bit disappointing, the day itself was truly memorable. At around 12 midday, the bus – a big 191 registration vehicle – headed off for the Sportsground with the entire team, management, and a number of supporters on board, while the rest of us travelled by whatever way we could to get there – and boy did we get there! I would think that the occasion of the Connacht Junior Club Football Final a few years ago (against Louisburgh) was the last time I saw as many Creggs people together. Everywhere you looked you saw lads and girls who had been with Creggs right from the very beginning to now, some of whom had travelled great distances to be there. Quite a number of them I hadn’t seen for years, and it was great to catch up with all concerned. As I said earlier, the result was not the one we had hoped for, but in a
game that reminded me very much of the CBS one a week or so earlier, we were up against a very strong, physical team. Connemara certainly deserved their win, but – as with the CBS team – we never gave up, put in some unbelievably heroic defending, and left everything we had out on the field. No-one can ask for any more. The after-match ‘celebrations’, which took place in Donoghue’s in Abbey and in Mikeen’s in Creggs, confirmed what I have always known, and that is that, win or lose, our lads know how to party. Even some of us elder lemons gave it – as Jack Charlton used to say – a bit of a lash. All we can hope for now is that the lads and management stick with it and come back bigger and better next season. It has always been said that you have to lose one to win one, and although it will be a tall order to get back again in a year’s time, I fully believe we can do it. If we do make it back again, this time I am going on the bus, and please God the long wait will finally come to an end.
Almost losing Hope… You might possibly remember that I told you about our Christmas Week drama when the chimney in the sitting room decided to go on fire, and how brilliant the response of the Roscommon Fire Brigade was – and how efficient and professional they were in dealing with it. Well, the good news, as I write this bit on a lovely Tuesday afternoon, is that the chimney is finally being fixed. The lads are at it at this very moment in time. The only downside is the noise, with the sledge and the jackhammer going flat out, and so just there a while ago, I decided to take our miniature Jack Russell, Hope, for a walk – to give her (and me) a little break and a bit of badlyneeded exercise. Now on the face of it, that shouldn’t be too much of a chore, but you don’t know me! The problem was that I had never put on Hopey’s harness before (Carol always does that), and even though it seemed to be a very simple contraption, it almost proved too much for me. To make matters worse, the dog knew the very second I took down the lead that she was off for a walk. She got very excited, whimpering and crying at the thought of her trip to the beautiful Lenamarla countryside. 20 minutes later, as I tried for the umpteenth time to get the yoke ‘round her neck, or wherever it was meant to go, I could see her big round eyes looking up at me – and if I could understand dog talk I know
well she’d be saying to herself… what sort of an idiot is this fellow? However, perseverance eventually paid off, I got the harness into some kind of shape that didn’t strangle her, and the pair of us hit off. As we walked, I realised that this is, in my opinion, the nicest time of the year. Everywhere you look you can see the signs of the new spring life…the shrubs are all beginning to sprout, the daffodils are actually in some cases beginning to fade, but my favourite wildflower, the primrose, is in full bloom. On a nice day like today, it’s easy to be enthusiastic about living in the country. And then I thought of how wonderful the new, fully-lit walkway at the rugby club in Creggs is, and I realised (although I have yet to go on it) that even on the darkest winter nights we can go for a perfectly safe stroll there. So I said to myself (I would have said it to Hope, only she still hadn’t forgiven me for taking so long to yoke her up), that we really have no excuse any more for not getting in some exercise, and that Creggs is a great place to live in. Anyway I’m now back, writing away…the jackhammer is on a break, Hope is having a nap after her walk, and, all seems well with the world…well, except in the world of Irish soccer, where John Delaney appears to be running out of road. But, as the fellow says, we’ll wait and see what, if anything, happens there.
And finally… Finally for this week, Dancing with the Stars produced an unexpected winner when Mairead Ronan and her professional dance partner, John Nolan, took the Glitterball. But, a year after Jake Carter took the prize, I wonder will it make a huge difference to the lives of the three finalists? Cliona Hagan is already a popular country singer, but will this recent exposure really push her career forward? Will Johnny Ward get much busier as an actor, or will Mairead become a more regular feature on our television screens? I don’t know the answers, but winners of such shows as The Voice of Ireland, Ireland’s got Talent, or You’re a Star, all seemed to disappear without trace, so I only hope these three entertainers can at least continue being a success in their chosen careers.
w! Till next week, Bye for no
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Words of wit and wisdom with MIRIAM KERINS
What’s the name of the game, Britain? Break up and move on – or reverse Brexit? Pat Kinevane
Olivier award winning theatre for Roscommon
Roscommon Arts Centre are delighted to welcome the Oliver Award winning theatre team that is Pat Kinevane and Fishamble: The New Play Company to their stage with their new play ‘Before’ on Thursday, 11th of April at 8 pm. This is the team that created theatrical masterpieces such as Forgotten, Underneath and the Oliver Awardwinning Silent. Before is a new play with much music, set in Clery’s of Dublin, on the very day this iconic department store shuts – for good. Pontius is inside, trying to choose a gift for his estranged daughter, whom he hasn’t seen for almost 20 years. He will meet her in an hour. This father’s journey is both beautiful and strange, from the isolation of his Midlands home, to the madness of O’Connell Street. Some folk are impossible to buy for… Pat Kinevane has worked in Irish theatre for over 30 years and his trilogy of ‘Forgotten’, ‘Underneath’ and the Olivier Award-Winning ‘Silent’ looks set to become a successful quartet with his latest offering, ‘Before’. He is a performer who will have you captivated from start to finish. In 2016 Pat won a Laurence Oliver Award in London for his Outstanding Achievement as an actor and writer and he shared this award with Jim Culleton, Fishambles Artistic Director, who has been integral to the production and direction of Pat’s solo shows. Fishamble is an internationally acclaimed Irish theatre company, dedicated to the discovery, development and production of new work. Tickets are on sale now from Roscommon Arts Centre on 090-66 25824/www.roscommonartscentre.ie
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So, the, er May-hem that should have seen the mother of all economic earthquakes paying us a visit this Friday has been temporarily postponed – until April 12th. Theresa May? She’s a woman whom I’ll admit I did once feel a little sorry for, but who I now realise, along with her crack team of muppets, sorry skilled negotiators, possesses zero political acumen when it comes to dealing with Brexit. Her only strategy to deliver a result has been to repeat “I’m going to get my vote through” – parrot fashion – and she has been effectively told by the EU to ‘sling yer hook, we’re sick of the sight of you!’ Yes folks, appearing to grate on
everyone’s nerves during what was last week’s high-stakes summit, May, whose sashaying on stage to ABBA’s Dancing Queen clearly (at one time) appeared to be the perfect moment in her dreams, is now proving to be a nightmare in reality as she approaches her dreaded Waterloo. I’d imagine last week that May’s quintessential stiff upper lipped British pride took a serious dive, when, consigned to eating humble pie and being left to stew as EU bigwigs chowed down on duck à l’orange, she was dismissed like a bold child and was, (like the rest of us plebs) forced to rely on a few social media updates and leaks
regarding the latest sit-rep. And, as the grandees squabbled and hammered out their solution to her country’s crisis, Theresa must, in all honesty, have realised that she didn’t possess the biggest quality necessary in a good leader; which is, to respond to the democratic wishes of the electorate. And so, given the amount of increasing support the anti-Brexit campaigners are now gaining, (with apparently the likes of Annie Lennox and Hugh Grant signing petitions to ‘Revoke Article 50 and remain in the EU’), it’s my opinion that only the most arrogant of prime ministers would blatantly continue to ignore the demographic changes and slides that have oc-
curred, and which are now glaringly visible across her entire country. So, enough with your spin Britain, I’m gonna put this question into words your ABBA lovin’ leader will understand… What’s the Name of the Game? We know you ‘don’t wanna talk about things we’ve gone through’ and, while we’ve ‘played all (our) cards’, and you tell us ‘that’s what you’ve done too,’ quite frankly, we’re soooo over you, and, when we’re ‘the winner (who) takes it all,’ and you’re ‘the loser standing small,’ don’t bother whingin’ at our door for any ‘money, money, money,’ ‘cos there won’t be a ‘single penny left for (you)! Geddit?
Danny’s got a solution to Deer-mageddon!
Shout out to the mannerly men attending Transition Year at CBS Roscommon Good manners, politeness and conducting oneself in a respectable fashion costs absolutely nothing; and yet, (in my experience anyway), it seems some parents (not all), fail to teach their children how to behave and how to say those simple words, please and thank you. However, last week, when meeting a friend in Gleeson’s Townhouse in Roscommon town, I happened to be sitting at a table next to a group of teenage lads who not only impressed me with their impeccable manners and respectful attitude to the staff – the words ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ were being generously
bandied about like snuff at a wake – but these lads were also immaculately turned out, from their perfectly styled hair to their buffed and polished shoes, to their impressively laundered school uniforms; which, I immediately noticed displayed a crest confirming they were all students of CBS Roscommon. When I asked one of them why they were all sitting in Gleeson’s ordering breakfast from the menu like a group of gentlemen engaged in a business meeting, he told me they were promoting their school’s magazine. As it transpired, I was chatting with the entire TY year at CBS Roscommon,
and I’d like to say a big anmhaith agus comhghairdeas to their school principal, their year head and to their parents who should all not only be proud of these lads, but should be proud of themselves for raising and shaping a bunch of what I perceived to be genuinely well rounded, well-mannered individuals who were a pleasure to sit next to. If these lads, and their behaviour is indicative of what constitutes the youth of today, Roscommon’s future is in good hands. And er, sorry for being a nosey aul wagon and rocking up to wreck yer buzz lads…couldn’t help myself!
I’m one hundred per cent certain, (well, maybe just eighty per cent), that the lovely Independent TD Danny Healy-Rae is not an over-excitable gentleman. Nor, despite his previous inaccurate statements regarding climate change, as in ‘God above controls the weather,’ and his highly questionable hypothesis that consuming a big meal and getting behind the wheel of a car is as dangerous as drink-driving, etc. do I believe him to be, ahem, intellectually challenged in any way. In fact folks, I’d go so far as to say that Mr. Healy-Rae is likely a highly astute, sharp-minded individual; so I am at odds to know why it is that every time this man opens his mouth he appears to press Ctrl, Alt, Delete on his brain, leading to his sense of rationalisation slowly seeping from his mind like a tyre with a slow puncture? Let me explain. Last week, I read, with (what was once again) bewildered amusement, that Danny has allegedly, ‘called for the army to be deployed to make roads in Kerry safe again,’ and that the Kingdom was being reduced to a state of “turmoil and tears” because a few innocent, and, may I add what I’d imagine to be beautiful and majestic, wild deer, who are roaming around. Mind you, if one is to believe Healy-Rae’s claims, it would seem that poor little Bambi & Co. “have taken the place over”. Now, as an animal welfare supporter I’d only love the chance to get into a debate with Danny regarding his various views and opinions; (all of which he is entitled to) with my first question being to ask him why it is he feels it’s perfectly okay for God above to control certain aspects of nature, but when it suits him, or indeed interferes with him, he’d like to utilise and deploy the services of the Irish army to deal with such nuisances as, ahem, Deer-mageddon?
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Happy
Mother’s Day
Gift ideas to show appreciation for the special woman in your life MIRIAM KERINS
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other’s Day is (typi-
cally) a special occasion set aside to celebrate and show appreciation for the woman who brought you into this world, raised you, loved you and shaped you into the fine upstanding person you’ve become. However, sometimes, due to the complexities of life in 2019 Ireland (i.e. perhaps due to family, social or cultural issues, etc.) some readers, (me included), may have an entirely different understanding of who actually constitutes being the ‘mother’ figure in their lives. For example, my own biological mother was not the comforting, nurturing, compassionate parent in my life, and that’s grand. However, no matter how we were raised, it’s probably fair to say that each and every one of us, based on our own unique experiences, will have a special bond with some kind, caring, encouraging female who should be shown our love and our appreciation this Mothering Sunday. So, with that in mind, we’ve put together a few Mother’s Day gift ideas suitable for that wonderful lady – whether she’s d’mammy, d’step-mammy, d’nana, d’auntie, d’mother-inlaw, or simply d’lady down the road – amazing women who have, in one way or another, selflessly showered us with their love and their unique mothering skills down through the years.
Nana: Now, as all Roscommon nanas are something special, it’s very important to think of this wonderful woman on Mother’s Day. After all, nana is the family matriarch, (who always has smiles to share, and love to give, and whom you know in your heart, may quite literally let you away with murder), and even though it may seem like she has everything, we know nana will forever treasure any thoughtful gift you give her. So, whether you spoil her with a lunch date or afternoon tea at one of Roscommon’s finest hotels/restaurants, or surprise her with a personalised cushion cover showcasing a picture of you both or perhaps a picture of her favourite pet, a lovely plant pot or a pair of earrings, the important thing to keep in mind is that your grandmother deserves your very best! Aunts: She bought you sweets when you were small, she took you to the movies and, if you’re honest, she was always the ‘cool, edgy’ adult in your life, so this Mother’s Day, why not show your appreciation for your auntie. Here are some suggestions. A novelty charm bracelet…with both your names engraved on it. Or what about a gift voucher for her favourite restaurant. If auntie is a coffee addict, why not have your local artisan coffee shop/ cafe make up a gift basket containing her favourite blends; oh, and don’t forget to throw in a large coffee mug while you’re
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at it. A neighbour: No matter how many times you trampled on her prize tulips or (accidentally) broke her window with your ball, the woman who lives next door never once ratted you
out to your parents, and so, it’s for this reason alone, we think she deserves to be shown your appreciation. Therefore, on this special day, when you drop into your mam, we suggest you pop next door and present this kind
lady with a meaningful gift of a bunch of spring blooms or a box of chocolates. Then again, she may appreciate a gift card from her local hair and beauty salon or perhaps a gift basket of their latest hair products would
go down a treat. However, if you know this loyal lady is into her scented candles, a luxurious, relaxing, and thoughtful beautifully packaged candle or fragrance diffuser will be warmly welcomed.
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Happy
Mother’s Day
Ah go on, go on, go on…and spoil Roscommon’s ‘First Ladies’ this Sunday! I
f you haven’t yet managed to select that special gift in order to not only pay tribute to, but show that inspirational maternal goddess in your life, (shewho-constantly-ferries-foodfrom-oven-to-table-for-you), just how much you appreciate her and all she’s done, we suggest you get a move on! Here’s five more top gifts ideas…
A novel hamper Remember, showing your mum how much you love her doesn’t have to cost the earth. So, if you’re on a budget, and who isn’t, we’re sure she’d love a scented candle, bathrobe and slippers hamper; and, if you pair this gift with her favourite breakfast in bed, well, you’ll never again have to iron a pair of trousers or a skirt!
The personal touch… Now, we all know the quintessential (and much parodied) Irish mammy spends her time panicking about the immersion being left on, what the neighbours will think, and how,
when all seems lost, the humble cup of tea can cure everything. So, this Sunday, why not present her with a hamper made up of a personalised Roscommon’s Best Mammy mug, (make sure to include her name), a tea towel, artisan tea and choccies, shortbread biccies, scones and jams, etc. Use your imagination; you know this woman best. You’ve got a couple of days to run ‘round the local shops and pick up all the items she loves, then have them beautifully wrapped in a hamper before heading to the florist and choosing a bouquet of her favourite blooms or a potted plant she can admire and smile at, as she drinks her tea from the mug you, her wonderful child, bought her. Aaah!
clothes…even though you’re pushing 40!
Jewellery
Speaking of new experiences…there’s still time to go to the travel agents and book Roscommon’s fun-loving First Lady on a wine-tasting tour where mammy can acquaint herself with gourmet foods/ cheeses and learn how to pair them up with the perfect wines…in addition, she can get a relaxing trip away from you lot into the bargain.
Another great option is a piece of jewellery. There are plenty of jewellers dotted across the county, meaning you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing an appropriate (and expensive, because she’s worth it), necklace, pair of earrings, or a bracelet, etc., for the woman who still washes and irons your
A tasty option If your mammy enjoys a little tipple, then a bottle of wine will be very welcome. However, instead of grabbing her usual signature brand, (the one that works perfectly with the stew), this year, put a bit of thought into it and select something that challenges her taste buds. It’ll not only be the perfect gift, it’ll also impress her how much you’ve given her the opportunity to explore that new taste experience she’s been going on, and on, about.
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Hamrock’s Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel.: (090) 6663325 Saturday, 30th March:
First appearance of
Brendan McGee At the launch of the ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ were members of Roscommon Drama Group/Lions Club along with Cllr. Joe Flaherty and Andy Lyons (Longford).
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Launch of ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ There was a large crowd in Lanesborough Community College last Sunday evening for the launch of the ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ which will take place on Saturday, June 15th. The event will be a fundraiser for a new astro turf pitch for Ballyboro Football Club. Seven short films of less than 10 minutes’ duration will be shot by a professional company (Kevin Rowe Events) over the Easter period around all areas where Ballyboro players live. Local groups and organisations are taking part.
Ballyboro Football Club and Lanesborough Community College provide sport and recreation for over 300 children between the ages of 5 and 18. The new pitch will hopefully give these children and players of all ages an allweather surface to play on and the Oskars Night will be a key driver in ensuring that this project can be funded. On Sunday, aspiring ‘Oskars’ stars’ were put through their paces by producer Kevin Rowe and his team and rehearsals are now beginning in earnest! More details in forthcoming issues.
At the launch of the ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ were Michael Connaughton, Colin Fayne, Eamonn Bolger, Duncan and Seadhna Murphy.
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At the launch of the ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ were Catherine and Larry Gallagher and Barbara Martin.
At the launch of the ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ were Alan Fayne, Ben Hussey, Greg Cassidy and Alan Hanly.
At the launch of the ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ were Siobhan and Josh Curran with Audrey Sorahan.
At the launch of the ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ were Ms. Sheehan and Principal Ms. Martin from Lanesboro Community College.
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At the launch of the ‘Mega Ballyboro Oskar Premiere Night’ were Yvonne and John Kenny. Photographs: Melissa O’Donoghue
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Nuala Shaughnessy and Mary Fahy at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
Noreen Fahy, Mary Kilmartin and Carmel Mahe at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
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Breda Keaveny and Patricia Walsh at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival Town Hall Theatre, Glenamaddy
Seamus and Florrie Ryan at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
Paul Reynolds and Ann Marie O’Neill at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
Roisin Madden, Sinead Kennedy and Maggie Coneran at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival. Sean McDermott and Tom Gilmore at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
Seamus Donohue and Tracey Comer Burke at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
Valerie Keaveney, Rowan Dunne and Naoise Dunne at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
Malachy and Marian Keaveney at Glenamaddy Players’ production of The Rabbit Hole on Saturday night last as part of the 58th Annual Glenamaddy Theatre Festival.
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es Faces & Plac Cancer Care West Fundraiser The Silver Eel, Strokestown A fundraising event which was held recently in The Silver Eel near Strokestown has raised a remarkable €3,745 for Cancer Care West. The event featured a Fashion Show and Dress Sale, meal and entertainment, and was organised by Jacqueline Casserly and Aoife Beirne. There was also a raffle and auction. Jacqueline and Aoife want to sincerely thank all who helped with the event and everyone who supported it on the night. They say: “We raised an amazing €3,745 for Cancer Care West. We would like to thank everyone who bought tickets and those who donated dresses. Special thanks to our amazing models. Also to our great MC Mary and our amazing chef, John. Thanks to all who donated raffle and auctions prizes. And thanks also to all those people behind the scenes who did amazing things to make the night happen. A huge thank you to all involved!”
Presentation of cheque to Cancer Care West. Left to right: Aoife Beirne (organiser), Rachel Dooley (accepting cheque) and Jacqueline Casserly (organiser).
Pictured are Mary Morris (from ‘Eternal’ in Elphin) who was MC on the night; John Burns, chef on the night; Aoife Beirne and Jacqueline Casserly, event organisers.
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Michael Glavey’s. Ballinameen.
Kilmore/Elphin and Kilbride girls’ U-10s preparing for Croke Park date The first all-county U-10 girls’ football blitz was held in Ballyleague on Saturday, 9th March. Ten clubs took part, with over 100 girls playing. The clubs involved were – Ballinameen, St. Faithleach’s, Elphin/Kilmore, St. Barry’s,
Shannon Gaels, Clann na nGael (two teams), Michael Glavey’s, St Mary’s Tulsk and Kilbride. Big thanks to all the clubs who took part to make this day a big success and to the referees who officiated. Big thanks also to St. Faithleach’s who had the pitch-
es in great shape for the girls. Roscommon County Board kindly rewarded each child who played on the day with a goodie bags. Congratulations to Kilmore/Elphin and Kilbride who were selected to play in Croke Park on the 15th of April.
St Mary’s Tulsk.
St Barry’s. St Faithleach’s.
Clann na nGael.
Kilbride.
Elphin-Kilmore.
Shannon Gaels.
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Murray Timber Group hoping to ‘cut it’ post-Brexit The figures behind Roscommon forestry…
DAN DOONER
The post-Brexit business landscape may look uncertain for many businesses in Ireland, but one local group is certainly doing all it can to continue its growth. Employers of 90 people at its state-of-the-art sawmill in Ballygar, Murray Timber Group processes over 600,000 cubic metres of timber each year for use in the construction industry both here and the UK. It also supplies timber for products such as garden decking, pallet and packaging, timber fencing, and pressuretreated timber, providing work for a further 90 people through contractors in haulage, forestry harvesting and planting. Recently, the group invited a delegation of local politicians to a tour and briefing at the Ballygar plant. Attending were Deputies Michael Fitzmaurice, Eugene Murphy and Denis Naughten, and Senator Maura Hopkins. €16 million has been invested in the plant over the last five years and a further €4 million is expected to be invested this year. And for good reason too, because, according to recent figures, it is estimated that forestry owners, timber contractors and hauliers will earn €227 million in Roscommon by 2035. These figures could hardly have been imagined in 1977 when Paddy Murray founded the company. Paddy is still at the helm alongside his sons John, Patrick, and Dennis and Joe who work at the group’s site in Carlow. Paddy had learned the trade from his father, who had originally cut timber in the area using horses and a steam engine. Murray Timber Group is a member of the Forest Indus-
629 farmers in County Roscommon received a total of €2,861,074 in forest premium payments in 2017. The value of timber sold by private owners in the county in 2017 is estimated to be in the region of €483,000. 431 hectares were planted in County Roscommon in 2017. Total employment in the forestry sector in Co. Roscommon is estimated at 505 people. There are 1,133 forestry owners in Co. Roscommon. Forestry owners, timber contractors and hauliers will earn €227,000,000 in Roscommon by 2035. *Figures provided by Forest Industries Ireland (FII), new business sector within IBEC Paddy, Patrick and John Murray of Murray’s Timber Group. Photograph: Hany Marzouk
tries Ireland (FII) is a new business sector within IBEC and the new trade association for the forestry industry. The industry is forecasting major growth in the coming years as the supply of raw material from Irish forests is set to double. According to Coillte’s head of external affairs, Ciaran Fallon, forests currently cover 11% of Ireland’s land area. There was just 0.6% coverage when the state was founded and the aim is to reach 18%.
While this is all very positive, it must be noted that much of Murray Timber’s business is in the sterling zone (approximately 60%) and that the threat of upheaval from Brexit looms large. However, John Murray of Murray Timber Group appreciates the support from the FII and says it is placing timber and forestry at the heart of Ireland’s rural economy. “The industry is enjoying a period of major capital investment, market buoyancy and substantial growth in wood sup-
Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice, Paddy Murray, Patrick Murray, Deputy Anne Rabbitte, Deputy Denis Naughten and John Murray visiting the Murray’s Timber Group plant in Ballygar, Co. Galway. Photograph: Hany Marzouk
ply. These three elements will underpin growth for the industry that will see it double in size in the next two decades. “We are committed to engendering the highest standards in the industry. Competitiveness, climate action, and sustainability go hand in hand and underpin long-term growth and prosperity across this dynamic industry. We are proud to be delivering quality jobs especially to our rural communities, and making a major contribution to the Irish economy, our society
Deputy Eugene Murphy, Patrick Murray and Senator Maura Hopkins visiting the Murray’s Timber Group plant in Ballygar, Co. Galway. Photograph: Hany Marzouk
and the environment. As well as driving economic activity and employment, our forests absorb 3.6 million tonnes of C02 per year, the equivalent of annual CO2 emissions 80% of the cars on Irish roads. “Forests and wood products are a vital tool in our efforts to combat climate change. We have a natural advantage as we can grow trees twice as fast as some competitors,” he said. Mr. Murray called on the Government to support the sector by providing further investment
in the National Forestry Programme. Mark McAuley, Director of Forest Industries Ireland, was optimistic as he forecast further growth during last Tuesday’s site visit. “Our forests are delivering more and more timber to our sawmills and the construction products they make have a strong and growing market in the UK and Ireland. The industry will continue to grow and provide more jobs in rural areas”.
Deputy Denis Naughten, John Murray, Paddy Murray and Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice pictured during their visit to Murray’s Timber Group plant in Ballygar, Co. Galway. Photograph: Hany Marzouk
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Roscommon People Friday 29 March 2019
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Machinery/Commercial Auction in Athleague this Saturday
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EARLEY
PARK COURT, ELPHIN STREET, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON
Connaughton Auctioneers are holding a Machinery/Commercial Auction on Saturday, 30th of March starting at 12 o’clock SHARP in Athleague GAA Pitch (across from Kepak). Connaughton Auctioneers are delighted to report considerable interest with over 100 lots entered to date including c.10 lots of plant from Roscommon County Council (vans and commercial vehicles). Auctioneer on the day is Matthew Donnellan, renowned Livestock/Machinery Auctioneer. Matthew has previously carried out our Machinery/ Commercial Auction last year. There is a change from last year and all lots will be sold at their location in the auction and the auctioneer and clerk will be moving around accordingly. Viewing of lots is from 10 am on Saturday morning. Catering facilities will be in place including tea/ coffee and hot food. Entry to the auction is free and everybody is welcome to attend. Registration fee for any lot is €20 and there will be no other fee for sellers, whether they sell or not. Anyone wishing to enter lots for the auction must contact the office on 090-6663700 before 5.30 pm on Friday 29th or Ivan on 086-8985013. A link to the auction is on our website http://connaughtonauctioneers.ie/auctions/ and will include details/pictures of lots as they are entered. The pictures will also be included on our Facebook page. All lots entered into the auction can be dropped off to the auction site from 3 pm to 7 pm on Friday, 29th of March and up to 7.30 am to 9 am on Auction Day. Any lot withdrawn from auction, not sold or purchased, must be removed from the site by 8 pm on Auction Day unless alternative arrangements are agreed with the auctioneer. We will have full security on site throughout this period.
Auction Terms & Conditions for buyers and sellers
* All purchasers will have to give full details including name, address, phone number and email * The seller may include a reserve price for any lot prior to the auction, at which the item will not be sold below this figure without agreement of the owner. Any lot with no reserve will be sold to the highest bidder *All sellers must sign a disclaimer that Connaughton Auctioneers are not
Contact Auctioneer Ivan Connaughton for more details.
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Listings invited by 5.30 pm on Friday 29th
Auctioneer on the day will be Matthew Donnellan
responsible for any loss or damage to the lot while at the auction * We advise all sellers to have adequate insurance for the purposes of the auction * All purchases must be paid for and collected on the day * Sellers: €20 Registration Fee per lot entered * Purchase Fees: 5% plus VAT for any lot up to €10,000 and 3% plus VAT for any lot over €10,000 * All unsold items must be collected on the day * All items are sold as seen * Sellers will be paid within five working days * Payment on the day by Debit/Credit Card or cash only * No cheques will be accepted * Receipt/Invoice will be available for all sales/purchases * All items sold are subject to VAT (If applicable) * Bidder numbers on the day will cost €250 and are fully refundable at end of auction. If you purchase, it will be deducted from your final account If you require any additional information including registration or fees, contact the office on 090-6663700 or email info@connaughtonauctioneers.ie
A QUALITY 3 B/R SEMI DETACHED RESIDENCE OF APPROX. 1,152 SQ.FT All offers after €90,000 to sell. A most attractive residence located in a select residential location overlooking the famous Strokestown Park House demesne. The said property offers spacious living accommodation throughout together with an unrivaled location beside all town amenities. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers after €90,000 for immediate sale.
PATRICK STREET, CASTLEREA, CO.ROSCOMMON
Final offers invited for prime Strokestown lands John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week inviting final offers above €60,000 for prime roadside lands containing approx. 8.74 acres located at Ardkillin, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. John describes the property as “prime lands located in a renowned agricultural district close to Strokestown on the main Tulsk route”. He said that the lands must be of interest to local farmers wishing to increase their existing holdings and the auctioneers now invite final offers above €60,000 to sell. For further details contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email jearley@propertypartners. ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie.
John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley is this week offering a luxury fourbedroomed two-storey residence of c. 2,351 sq.ft. finished to a very high standard located at 1, Corraun Village, Racecourse Road, Roscommon town as his property of the week. Price guide: €275,000. John describes the property as “an exceptional two-storey detached residence located in the exclusive Corraun Village development. This quality property offers spacious living accommodation throughout and has been carefully designed and
tastefully finished by its present owners. Located within a short walk from Roscommon town centre and all amenities, this is a ‘must view’ family home offering unrivalled location, quality finish and comfortable living. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.
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Quality Corraun Village residence is John’s Property of the Week
A PRIMELY LOCATED PUBLIC HOUSE KNOWN AS “THE FORGE INN” A renowned trading house located in the heart of Castlerea town. The auctioneers now invite immediate enquiries and viewings. Lease terms negotiable.
LANDS TO LET Approx. 31 acres located at Ballyfinnegan, Ballintubber from now until the 1st November. Enquiries invited.
WANTED WANTED WANTED Lands suitable for forestry for a cash client. Approx. 100 – 150 acres. -----------------------------------
WANTED WANTED WANTED 2 – 3 B/R residence required in the general Castle Street area of Roscommon for a cash client. Replies in confidence to the office. -----------------------------------
SILAGE FOR SALE Approx. 50 bales of silage. Frenchpark area. Enquiries invited.
1, Corraun Village, Racecourse Road, Roscommon town
Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon Email: jearley@propertypartners.ie www.propertypartners.ie of Professional ipav Institute Tel: (090) 6626579 / 6626796 Auctioneer & Valuers Fax: (090) 6625405 PSRA Licence No. 001481
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Exceptional four-bedroomed bungalow in Castlecoote Newly-arrived to the market is this exceptional four-bedroomed dormer bungalow in the much sought-after area of Castlecoote, Co. Roscommon. It’s on the books of Ivan Connaughton Auctioneers. This premium property arrives to the market with a very high standard of finish throughout. Designed for family living with emphasis on use of space, light and storage, no expense has been spared – which is evident as you walk through this home. The location is excellent and the house sits beautifully on site affording panoramic views from every aspect. Upon entering this house on the ground floor the vast double height ceiling in the reception hallway is impressive, with stairs to the first floor. Fully tiled with a discreet guest WC off. The first bedroom is located to the front. The kitchen/living room
Auctioneers & Valuers PRSA no. 001090 NO. 1 ABBEY ST., ROSCOMMON. TEL 090 66 27003. FAX 090 66 26296 EMAIL info@pathughesauctioneers.com Web: www.pathughesauctioneers.com
NEW TO THE MARKET Circa 55 Acre Residential Farm at
KILROOSKEY, ROSCOMMON.
is located to the rear and is a vast open plan room with double doors leading to the outside patio area. High specification on the fully fitted and integrated kitchen units and worktops with large American style fridge/freezer and pantry-style pull-out shelving units. Utility room is located at one end of the kitchen and has lots of storage with an additional sink and worktops with rear door
leading to the outside. On the opposite end of this modern kitchen is the entrance to the sitting room which is on a split level with another set of double doors to the outside which affords plenty of light through the many windows but yet can be cosy when the solid fuel stove is lit. On the first floor there are three double bedrooms which are decorated to hotel standard and ooze
comfort and style. The master bedroom is ensuite with again a high specification on the sanitary ware, tiling and lighting. The main bathroom on this floor has a bath, shower and all the extras expected from a property of this calibre. The exterior of this property is beautiful and completely finished with raised lawn areas, kerbing, traditional stone wall to the front with a
selection of trees and shrubbery. Viewing is a must to fully appreciate all that is on offer with this exceptional property. Contact the office to arrange an appointment before this one-off gem is snapped from the market. Viewings can be organised for weekends, evenings and bank holidays by calling 090-6663700 or info@connaughtonauctioneers.ie
The Residence is a three bedroomed bungalow which would need some modernisation. The Lands are located in three lots with a large range of out offices and a silage base. Most of the lands are of top quality with excellent handling facilities. The farm is situated approximately 5 miles from Roscommon Town and is south facing. For further details or to make an appointment to view contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@ pathughesauctioneers.com Legal: Peter H Jones & Co., Solicitors, Goff Street, Roscommon. _ _ _ _ _Ph. _ _090 _ _6626925 _ _ _ _ _Fax: _ _090 _ _6625354 _________
FINAL OFFERS Are now been accepted on the old primary school in
CURRAGHROE, ROSCOMMON FERS
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Attractive farm in Kilrooskey area Castle Street, Roscommon
Sale of well-known commercial building agreed Hughes & Company have confirmed that they have agreed the sale of a large commercial building (formerly Mirabelle) located at Castle Street, Roscommon. The property has been on the market over the last number of months. Pat Hughes says the property is being acquired by a businessman.
Sale of townhouse imminent Pat Hughes says Hughes & Company are at an advanced stage of negotiations on the prospective sale of a three-bedroomed townhouse at Abbey Street, Roscommon, left, . They are hopeful of concluding a sale in the coming days.
Pat’s property advice is free! Pat Hughes of Hughes & Company, Auctioneers & Valuers, Roscommon is encouraging people who are thinking of buying or selling to contact him and let him advise them – his advice is free. Contact Pat on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com
Hughes & Company are offering for sale at Kilrooskey, Co. Roscommon an attractive farm of land which is located convenient to the local Church and school and which has breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Pat reports that the farm is generating a lot of interest. Most of the lands are south facing and have been well maintained over the years. There is a number of sheds and a silage base with the property. This would be an ideal opportunity for someone looking for a compact farm in what is a much sought-after area. For further information or to make an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com
While the School has not been in use for almost 20 years it has been well maintained and can easily be converted into Residential Accommodation subject to planning permission being granted. Accommodation consists of 2 Large Classrooms, Cloakrooms, Boys & Girls Toilets and a staff room. The Property stands on circa 1-acre site and located approximately 2 miles from Lanesboro on the main Lanesboro to Scramogue Road. For further details or to make an appointment to view contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@ _ _ _ _ _ _ pathughesauctioneers.com _____________________
Residence on half-acre site in Four Roads area Hughes & Company are offering for sale at Currawinna, Four Roads, Roscommon, an attractive four-bedroomed bungalow which is on a circa halfacre site. The residence is finished to a high standard and is located approximately three miles from the village of Athleague in a nice rural
TO LET Circa 35 acres to lease at BUSHYPARK, MOUNT TALBOT, ROSCOMMON 1st Letting. All of the lands are of top quality and are located in one block and are located a short distance from Athleague Village. With Entitlements
Circa 30 Acres and a 3 Bay Slatted Shed at FOUR ROADS, ROSCOMMON Can be let in one or two lots to suit. Lot 1 Shed on circa 11 Acres Lot 2 on circa 19 Acres
LANDS TO LEASE – 5 YEARS Circa 22 acres at DOUGHILL, CURRAGHROE, CO. ROSCOMMON setting. Viewing is highly recommended. For further information or to make an appointment
to view, contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com
Can be let in one or three lots to suit, with Entitlements.
ENTITLEMENTS Available to sell or lease
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Luxury dormer bungalow for sale in Gallowstown, Roscommon Dudley Heights, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway.
Luxury detached residence in Glenamaddy town centre
Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer to the market for sale by private treaty a large five-bedroomed luxury detached residence located at Dudley Heights, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway. Accommodation includes: kitchen/dining room, living room, five bedrooms (two ensuite), utility, toilet and WHB and family bathroom. This property has tarmac drive to the front with ample off-street parking and a garden area to the rear, with mature shrubs. This property is in excellent condition throughout and viewing is highly advised. The property would suit an investor or make an ideal family home. Offers in the region of €165,000 are invited. For further details please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net
Michael O’ Rourke ~ AUCTIONEER & VALUER ~ • Creggs, Roscommon • Phone: (090) 66 21125 (087) 2242329 • Email: michaelroarke@eircom.net PSRA No.: 003996
NEW TO THE MARKET LAND TO LEASE Well fenced for sheep and with entitlements • Circa 21 acres at Toberavaddy, Athleague. • Circa 9 acres at Lisnatea, Athleague. Sheep and cattle to November 1st.
Sean Naughton MIPAV COMMISSIONER FOR OATHS, AUCTIONEERS, VALUERS, ESTATE AGENTS THE SQUARE, ROSCOMMON TEL: (090) 6625080 (offi (office ce)) Mob: 087 2479486 — Fax: (090) 6627161 Email: seannaughton@eircom.net. PSRA Licence Number 001821 FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY 78 HAWTHORN DRIVE, ROSCOMMON TOWN 3 Bedroom luxury detached residence with garage Price on Application
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FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY NEW TO THE MARKET BALLINABOY, DERRANE, CO. ROSCOMMON C. 18 acres of good quality land for sale at Ballinaboy, Derrane, Co. Roscommon Price on Application
------------------------------------------FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY ATHLEAGUE VILLAGE, ATHLEAGUE, CO. ROSCOMMON Large four bedroom luxury detached residence, with commercial potential. Opportunity for return on investment of 6%. Price on Application
Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer to the market for sale by private treaty a splendid large six-bedroomed luxury detached dormer bungalow, set in mature gardens, in a much sought after area in Roscommon Town. Accommodation includes – downstairs: reception hallway, sitting room, kitchen, living cum dining room, sunroom, utility and two bedrooms (all ensuite). Upstairs: four bedrooms (two ensuite), hotpress, office and family bathroom. The property has many additional features, such as marble and cast-iron fireplaces, Aga Range in kitchen, solid wood timber pine flooring downstairs, built-in wardrobes in all bedrooms upstairs and master walk-in wardrobe.
The property boasts large outside space as it sits on a 0.5 acres site. Features include landscaped mature gardens to the front and rear, patio area to rear, garden shed and cast-iron gates at entrance to the property. The property is located in a much sought after area in Roscommon Town. Rarely does a property in such excellent condition come onto the market.
This property offers great investment potential and has traded as a successful Bed & Breakfast for many years. Viewing is highly recommended and this property has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Price on application. For further details please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom. net
Gallowstown, Roscommon Town.
Attention houseowners! Properties wanted Property Partners Earley, Roscommon are this week seeking houses in all areas of Roscommon town for cash clients and disappointed underbidders. John Earley (FIPAV) commented: “We have experienced a very busy period of house sales over the past number of weeks with a large volume of residential properties being sold or sale agreed. As a result we are particularly seeking detached houses and bungalows. “We offer a comprehensive pre-market analysis, valuation service and one of the largest databases of potential purchasers in the region to our clients. We advertise in all local and national media and include all our property on four main websites to include www.daft.ie, www.propertypartners.ie, www.myhome.ie”. For further details or to arrange a consultation, please contact either John Earley (FIPAV) or David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.
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Athleague Village, Co. Roscommon
Prime commercial/ residential investment opportunity in Athleague Village Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer to the market a four-bedroomed luxury detached residence for sale by private treaty with a large garden, located in the centre of Athleague Village, Co. Roscommon. Accommodation includes – downstairs: kitchen, dining room, living room, sitting room, utility, toilet and WHB, storage room. Upstairs are four bedrooms (one ensuite), large landing and family bathroom. The property has many additional features, such as solid wooden floors throughout, master bedroom ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. The property boasts large outside space, with garden to the rear with off-street parking. This property has commercial potential due to its excellent location in the centre of Athleague, Village. Viewing is highly recommended and this property has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Price on application. For further details please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net
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Over 40 properties in our ‘WILD ATLANTIC WAY’ PROPERTY AUCTION on Thursday 18th April, 2019 at 11:00am in the Harbour Hotel, New Dock Road, Galway CREEGAMEEN, TRIEN, CASTLEREA, CO. ROSCOMMON • 3 bedroom detached bungalow located on the border of Galway & Roscommon. • Close to both Williamstown and Castlerea. Folio RN12175F. • Ideal starter home. BER: E1. AMV: €80,000 OPEN VIEWING TIMES ON WEBSITE
41 GREENHILLS, BOYLE, CO. ROSCOMMON • 4 bed semi-detached house situated in the heart of Ballinameen Village within easy commuting distance of Boyle town. • Close to Church, National School, GAA pitch and all local amenities. • Contains off street parking to the front and garden to the rear. BER: C1. AMV: €70,000 OPEN VIEWING TIMES ON WEBSITE
2 COOGA, CABRAGH, RATHLEE, EASKEY, CO. SLIGO
• Circa 0.49 acre site in a rural location only 2kms from the coast and 6kms from Easkey. • Folio SL1689. • Please note part of the neighbouring property infringes the subject lands and is included in the listed folio. AMV: €35,000 FULL DETAILS ON REQUEST
FALSK, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON
• Two separate plots of land being sold as one lot. • The lands comprise of c.7.43 acres of good quality agricultural land and are located within close proximity to Strokestown. • Folio RN13802F. AMV: €5,000 FULL DETAILS ON REQUEST
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Pictured at Fairymount Hall for the Andy Creaton Memorial Boxing Tournament in association with Frenchpark Boxing club were young boxers Tyler Waldron (Riverside BC) and Gary Stokes (Frenchpark BC), who were presented with their medals by Roscommon senior footballer, Cathal Cregg. Pic: Mick McCormack
Roisin Dinnigan (Frenchpark BC) and Shania McCrudden (Riverside BC), were presented with their medals by Roscommon senior footballer, Cathal Cregg at the Andy Creaton Memorial Boxing Tournament in association with Frenchpark BC at Fairymount Hall. Pic: Mick McCormack
Ellen and Eamonn Mitchell, Ballinagare, pictured at the Andy Creaton Memorial Boxing Tournament in association with Frenchpark BC at Fairymount Hall. Pic: Mick McCormack
Frenchpark Boxing Club hosts knockout success The Fairymount Parish Hall (now known as ‘The Andy Creaton Memorial Hall’) came alive when a great boxing show, organised by Frenchpark Boxing Club, took place on Monday, 18th March 2019. Boxers from Loughglynn, Castlerea, Ballaghaderreen, Charlestown (Co. Mayo) and Derrylin (Co. Fermanagh) joined the hosts, Frenchpark Boxing Club, to compete in the event. There were eighteen contests, including six underage contestants, which featured top class performances. Contestants showed their ability to defend and score some magnificent points. Many of these boxers clearly have a bright future. There were four ‘female bouts’ also and these girls showed some great skills and their determination to win was a credit to themselves and their clubs. The final nine contests were of contrasting nature. They were judged by qualified judges, who had a difficult job as most of these bouts were close and very evenly matched, and it took these good and fair officials to decide the winners. Many clubs organising similar shows give an award to the best boxer or contest on the night. On this occasion there was no such award
Joseph Durr (Frenchpark BC) and Pat Ward (Riverside BC) in action during the Andy Creaton Memorial Boxing Tournament at Fairymount Hall. Pic: Mick McCormack
and if there was, it would have been unfair, as most of the contestants were excellent. So well done to all! Many thanks to the parish for the use of the Parish Hall and to the doormen and the people who provided refreshments – it was
very much appreciated. We also wish to thank Phil O’Connor of the Red Cross. Thankfully there were no injuries, but Phil stayed throughout the show and it was very much appreciated. Thanks to our MC on the night, Tony Dollard, who introduced each
Allanagh Guerin, Rian Gralton, Niamh Heffernan and Odhran Gralton pictured at the Andy Creaton Memorial Boxing Tournament in association with Frenchpark BC at Fairymount Hall. Pic: Mick McCormack
contestant and bout very professionally. Last but not least, thanks to the officials at the top table – Frank, Niamh, Ciara and Bernie – without whom, the show could not go on. Thanks to Ger Cooney who sponsored the tournament tro-
phies. Thanks also to Cathal and Finbar Cregg for presenting trophies. Thanks to the many people of Fairymount and surrounding areas for donations and general support. A special thanks to Sean McAuliffe, General Manager
Sean Kearney and Jack Kelly pictured at the Andy Creaton Memorial Boxing Tournament in association with Frenchpark BC at Fairymount Hall. Pic: Mick McCormack
of ‘Drino Drinks’ of Carrick-onShannon for sponsoring tracksuits for both the contestants and the officials. The proceeds from the night, which totalled €700, was given to the Church Roofing Committee to help with their great work. The Frenchpark Boxing Club are now organising funding in the form of Easter Hamper Draw, again being sponsored by ‘Drino Drinks’ of Carrick-onShannon and Frenchpark Filling Station. The club are also holding a 25 Card Drive in the ‘Sideline Bar’ on Good Friday night, starting at 9 pm. €300 worth of cash prizes (sponsored by Deputy Eugene Murphy) on the night. Many more sponsored prizes, including a meal for two in Strokestown Park House restaurant and a cake of your choice by chef Maria Fitzmaurice. Donation of further prizes would be greatly appreciated. The proceeds will go towards equipment for club members, including head gear and boxing gloves. Finally, thanks to Michael McCormack (photographer) for attending on behalf of the Roscommon People and for spending so much time taking photographs of the contestants and the bouts.
Philomena McCrudden with her nieces Shauna, Shantelle, Tulisha, Siobhan and Shakira McCrudden at the Andy Creaton Memorial Boxing Tournament in association with Frenchpark BC at Fairymount Hall. Pic: Mick McCormack
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Michael Lennon Lic. Ac.
Galway Road, Roscommon Telephone: 090 6626023
Send your Classified advertisement to advertising@rosommonpeople.ie or alternatively call 090 66 34633
Kathleen Wynne MCFHP, MAFHP
PODIATRIST For all foot ailments Siobhan Murray BSc (Hons) Podiatry M.Ch.S.I. Department of Health Approved Every Monday Tully’s Total Health Pharmacy Main Street, Castlerea
087 2798704
For appointment: (094) 96 21647 / (089) 4142233
CHIMNEY CLEANING
• Home visits • Insoles and Orthotics prescribed
POWER SWEPT No Mess Reasonable Charge ALSO AVAILABLE FOR POWER WASHING
TELEPHONE: 087 9657933 090 66 26752
CHIMNEY SWEEP • Open fire, stove, ranges • All flues and chimneys • Power brushed & vaccumed • No mess, no fuss • CCTV camera inspections • Detailed report and CCTV recording provided for insurance claims • Fully insured Also available for powerwashing and gutter cleaning fergalkelly@live.com
Submit your Classified online
Kathleen’s Mobile Footcare
Complete Chimney Services
PODIATRIST/ CHIROPODIST
Fergal 086 1016899
COMPUTERS DC Computer Services
CARPENTRY
Bouncy Castles
•Serving County Roscommon and surrounding area • For all Special Occasions • Standard Castles, Combi Castles, Obstacle Courses and much more.
CHIMNEY CLEANING
CHIROPRACTOR ROSCOMMON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Specialising in:
• BACK PAIN • HEADACHES • NECK PAIN • LIMB PAIN
Providing IT services for Homes, Businesses & Schools. Home Callouts.
NO FIX NO FEE PC Maintenance – Upgrades, Repairs, Virus & Spyware removal. Network Solutions – Cabling, Hardware & Software Installation & Maintenance. Contact David Conboy Tel: 087 7496459 Email: info@dccomputerservices.ie Web: www.dccomputerservices.ie p
DENTAL Dental Design Studio • Natural Cosmetic Dentures • Palate Free Dentures • Flexible Dentures • Repairs & Re-lines • Express replacement of lost/broken dentures
Patrick Lynch Clinical Dental Technician
Henry Street Medical Centre Roscommon TELEPHONE:
090 66 65917 087 228 8780
DRIVING LESSONS
JOHN DOORLY School of Motoring RSA REGISTERED AND FORMER DRIVER TESTER
Excellent pass rates CAR - 12 EDT LESSONS CAR & TRAILER (B&E) TRUCKS - RIGID, ARTIC & CPC
Paul McStay DSA/ADI (UK) RSA MIAM ROSPA Approved Driving Instructor Former BSM Driving Instructor and UK advanced Met. Police Driver. GIFT VOUCHER CARDS AVAILABLE Castlerea & Roscommon
EDT Lessons Available
GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE
094 96 20099
Tel: 086 2387528
086 8936012
www.aclearsteerdriving.com
Telephone: Mobile: This driving School conforms for the new RSA regulations & legislation
Telephone: 086 8433433
Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon. David Connor BSC (Hon.) Chiro. MSc. Chiropractic Association of Ireland
VHI and Laya Covered
COUNSELLING COUNSELLING & HYPNOTHERAPY Are you effected by Anger Issues, Bullying, Bereavement, Confidence/self-esteem issues, OCD, Stress, Depression, Eating disorders Panic/Anxiety, Relationships, Exam pressure, Sexual Abuse Contact: Billy 094 96 59966 Mobile: 086 0675433 or visit www.billybrogan.com
Tel. (094) 98 80281 Mob. (087) 2031909 Website: www.dockerydriving.ie RSA Approved Driving Instructor
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Classifieds FOR SALE 151 VW PASSAT FOR SALE: Comfortline, 89,000 miles. Full main dealer service history. NCT until January 2021, high spec, immaculate condition. Tel: 087 1237222
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 CALVES FOR SALE: Continental, Angus and Hereford calves for sale. Delivery available. Contact Darragh. Tel: 086 8713864
BOOM SPRAYER TESTING SERVICE • Sprayers tested on owners premises • Test report & D.A.F.M. stickers provided. • Small stock parts fitted on site (if necessary) Contact: Thomas Neilan on 087 2395171 or 090 6663069 e-mail: thomasneilan4@gmail.com
D.A.F.M. Approved Reg No: EL000083
SILAGE BALES FOR SALE: Silage bales for sale in Boyle. Tel: 087 6375720
FOR SALE SALE Style Uision Ladies clothes. Harrison Centre, Roscommon. Last week of sale. €15 or less on all stock. FOR SALE: Double bed, almost new. Can be delivered. Tel: 087 9657933
Burkes Garage Clashaganny, Tulsk ●
REPAIRS ● SALES ● SERVICE
Wheel Chair Vehicles For Sale 2012 Citroen Berlingo Plus In as New Condition with Ramp, Seat Belts etc. 22,000 Miles 2008 Peugeot Partner Good Condition With Necessary Equipment. 2004 Citroen Berlingo was owned locally.
Michael 086 253 5559 Bryan 087 903 3222 DEBS DRESS FOR SALE: Danni’s Closet Designer Debs Dress. Forest Green with full body embellishment. Size 12, worn once, dry cleaned. Cost €550 sell €250. Tel: 087 3132792 after 7pm
FENCING/GATES FRANCIS REGAN FENCING LTD For all your fencing needs. Glas Fencing Grant Fencing Post Rail
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To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie
FENCING/GATES
GARDENING
Des Kelly Fencing Over 20 years in business All types of fencing supplied and erected Including: • Cresoted Posts • Agricultural Fencing • Site Fencing • Security Fencing • Post & Rail Fencing • Concrete Fencing • Grant Approved Fencing No job too big or too small Just give us a call on
087 2346364
PARKLAWN TREE SERVICES • Certified Arborists • Tree Surgery • Dangerous Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Leylandii hedges reduced and shaped. Comprehensive insurance cover. I.S.A. member.
Tel: 086 6077307 or 086 8125165 www.parklawntreeservices.com
GARDENING WALTER BEGLEY Gardening, Maintenance & Painting Roscommon Town • Indoor & Outdoor Painting • Winter Garden Clean-Up • Power Washing Driveways - Paths • Prepare Lawns for Spring • Hedge Trimming • Planting • Grass Cutting • General Maintenance
Contact Walter on 087 9519873
GARDENING SERVICES Including: • Hedge Cutting • Hedge Planting • Grass Cutting • Spraying • Strimming • Weeding • Garden Tidy-ups • Planting • Gutter Cleaning, etc. Chainsaw work also available
Phone John on
087 2860428
ALL ABOUT THE GARDEN • Roscommon Town • Grass and Hedge Cutting • General Maintenance • Strimming and Weeding
CONTACT KEVIN:
090 6630879 or Mobile
087 2835742 JOE HEALY Tree Services • Hedge Cutting • Dangerous Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Fully Insured
Phone:
HEALTH & WELL-BEING
GATELY GARDENING Four Roads, Co. Roscommon • Landscaping • Timber Decking • Patios • General Maintenance Contact Liam on 086 8749550 or 090 66 27496
CORBETT TREE CARE & LANDSCAPING Dangerous Tree Removal ● Wood Chipping ● Garden Hedges & Trees reduced and shaped ● General Maintenance ● Fully Insured Contact Alan on
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PAINTER & DECORATOR
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Appointments with Anne Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday. Molloy’s Pharmacy, The Harrison Centre, Roscommon
Tel: 087 2721757 www.aobtherapies.com Vouchers available on-line
HOLISTIC JOAN MOORE Therapy Rooms • Sports Massage • Deep Tissue Massage • Reflexology • Indian head Massage • Reiki • Aromatherapy • Dry needling • Thai Massage Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon
087 9201818 Gift vouchers now available
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GRINDS ROSCOMMON YOGA STUDIO Stone Court, Castle Street CLASS SCHEDULE: Yoga & Mindfulness Meditation • Monday: Beginners @ 6pm. Core & Tone @ 7.15pm • Tuesday: Beginners @10am • Wednesday Beginners @ 6.30pm Intermediate @ 8pm. • Thursday: Beginners @ 10am & 6.30pm Intermediate @ 8pm. **Energy Healing Treatments available by appointment only** Booking Essential
Please contact Avril Mullally 087 7020562 Roscommon YOGA www.roscommonyoga.ie
087 2721193 DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL SERVICE • Woodchipping • Log Splitting • Tree Surgery • Hedge Cutting
Bernard Conroy Timber Clearance Ltd Tel: 087 2533101 Firewood For Sale Over 30 years in business
Private & Commercial Power washing 25 years experience Free Estimates Given
Phone Alan on:
090 6661635 or Mobile:
087 2683079 REFLEXOLOGY REFLEXOLOGY MARINA FUREY (MNRRI) African & Classical Reflexology Reflexology may bring relief from conditions such as: • Allergies • Eczema • Migraine • Back Problems • Infertility • Respiratory Disorders • Blood Pressure • Insomnia • Stress • Exam Stress • Bowel Disorders • Joint/Muscle Problems • Thyroid Imbalance • Colic • Pain Relief • Emotional Disorders - Ante Natal Reflexology - Cancer Care Reflexology - Infant/Child Reflexology Mobile Service Available Marina Furey B. Sc. (Hons)
Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon
PAINTING & DECORATING
PROFESSIONAL PAINTING & DECORATING CONTRACTOR For all your decorating needs CONTACT JOHN
086 4679798
PLANNINGS
MORRIS LOHAN Consulting Engineers Castle Street, Roscommon Phone: 090 66 27950 • HOUSE/EXTENSION DESIGN • PLANNING APPLICATIONS • ASSIGNED DESIGN & CERTIFIER ‘New Building Regs’ • BER RATINGS ‘Domestic & Commercial’ • STRUCTURAL & CONDITION SURVEYS • FIRE DESIGN CERTIFICATES
www.morrislohan.ie
Design Consultation Planning Applications New Build, Extend, Renovate Bespoke Design Domestic, Commercial & Agricultural
Tel: 087 2264951 Find us on facebook
087 6558597 FRENCH GRINDS: French booster classes with a native speker and qualified teacher, running a 3-day program. Different language skill each day; Day 1 - listening, Monday 15th April am/ pm. Day 2 - reading, Tuesday 16th April am/pm. Day 3 Writing, Thursday 17th April am/pm. AM session 10.30 - 12 noon, PM session 1.00 2.30 at The Melting Pot, Castle St., Roscommon town. Price is €40 per day. Tel: 089 9470991 email: tuteurtricolore@gmail.com or facebook @ tuteurtricolore
PAINTING & DECORATING
086 3482387
PROPERTIES TO LET/RENT/WANTED
info@moleskinarchitecture.com
TO RENT: 1 bed apartment to rent in Bawn Street, Strokestown. Tel: 086 8106655
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CHAZEY PROPERTIES: We require properties for waiting tenants, we advertise, conduct viewings, arrange references, read meters, set up tenancy agreements and arrange direct debit payments straight into your bank. We charge a one off fee only if we are successful in renting your property. If not no fees are payable. Tel: 086 8212732 FOR SALE: Cottage for quick sale in Williamstown on the Roscommon/Galway border in a peaceful countryside setting. The Cottage Boasts: 2 bedrooms, oil central heating and a 16kw stove including a bathroom with shower. Outside: There is a very large shed measuring 30ft x 20ft x 14ft which makes it very useful for a variety of uses. There is also a wooden shed and a Polytunnel. The Lawns: Have recently been professionally laid and the driveway recovered with stone. All offers over 110k will be given serious consideration. Tel: 087 4562228 any time
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Anthony and Patricia Rushe, intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for (1) demolition of rear shed, (2) revision of house plans granted under Planning Ref 18476, and all associated site works at 7 Dalton Terrace, Kilcolman Townland, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. Signed: MoleskinArchitecture Mote Park, Roscommon 086 3482387 info@moleskinarchitecture. com The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee 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.
PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I Seamus Gilligan am applying to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to construct two number warehousing units and all associated ancillary site works at Clooneybeirne Td, Lanesborough Road, Roscommon. Signed : Seamus Gilligan 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 Colm Noone am applying to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for the following: 1) Retention of as constructed entrance to existing dwelling house. 2) Permission for the Construction of Extensions to the front and side of an existing dwelling house, and alterations to the front façade including 3 no. windows at Ardkeel, Stonepark, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon,F42 VE48 Signed: Colm Noone 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 We, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Bill O’Brien for planning permission to erect a Garage and Chalet at Ballybride, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, 22 Castle View, Castle Street, Roscommon, Ph Office: 090 6627950 www.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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Classifieds PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, John and Ciara Compton, intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for demolition of existing dwelling house, construction of replacement dwelling house with advanced treatment system and percolation area, and all associated site works at Cloonfower Townland, Greenan, Rooskey, Co. Roscommon Signed: MoleskinArchitecture Mote Park, Roscommon 086 3482387 info@moleskinarchitecture. com The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee 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 Kiltoom Community Development Group intend to apply for full planning permission to reclaim lands at Ballybay, Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon and provide Community Sensory Garden and Carpark complete with public lighting and the relocation of the existing recycling facility. Signed: Tom Shine P.P. Kiltoom Community Development Group. 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, Roscommon County Council Roscommon Town, during it’s public opening hours. A submission or observation may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of €20 within the period of five weeks from the date the application is received by the planning authority.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Matt Mannion intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for change of house plan from that currently granted planning permission under PD 10/146 at Fearmore, Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Consisting of a single two storey dwelling house and septic tank with percolation area. Signed: Matt Mannion The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by the planning authority.
To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie
PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I Michael Dolan intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to carry out alterations to proposed garage previously granted under Planning Register Reference No. 17/496 by extending same, provision of offices, toilet etc and altering the external finished together with ancillary site works at Kilgarve, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Michael Dolan. 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 Openplan Architectural Design wishes to apply to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Sonja and Thomas Connolly for planning permission to construct a dwelling house and garage together with ancillary site works at Barrymore Townland, Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Openplan Architectural Design 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 relevant planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Openplan Architectural Design wishes to apply to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Sonja and Thomas Connolly for planning permission to A) construct development access entrance/ exit onto the public road, ancillary landscaping and footpaths along with connection to public services and sewers including all associated site development works and B) construct 4 no. detached dwelling houses and garages at Barrymore Townland, Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Openplan Architectural Design 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 relevant planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the planning authority 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.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Colin Fayne for planning permission to retain and complete existing two storey dwelling house and domestic garage and to install an advanced treatment system and percolation area, (Planning reference 06/843) at Toberpatrick Townland, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Morris Lohan Consulting Engineers, 22 Castle View, Castle Street, Roscommon. Ph Office: 090 6627950, www.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.
SITUATIONS VACANT SMYTH’S TRANSPORT: Require a full-time HGV Apprentice Mechanic. Tel: 087 2541720 CLEANER WANTED: Two mornings per week, Athleague area. No cooking, must have own transport. Reply stating rates charged. Tel: 086 6608412 LABOURER + DIGGER DRIVER: Required for full time work in the Roscommon area. Clean driving licence required. Excellent rates available. Reply with CV to Box No: 2022 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon CHILDMINDER: Required to mind 2 children in/out of their own home in the Knockcroghery area. 2/3 days per week from September. School term only, flexibility required. Box No: 2023 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon MINDER: Kind reliable lady required to care for elderly lady in her own home at weekends. Box No: 2024 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon
SITUATIONS WANTED LADY AVAILABLE: On Thursday and Fridays from 9-2pm for cleaning duties, Roscommon/Castlerea area. Box No: 2021 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon
TAXIS AND HACKNEYS
TOM KILDUFF CABS Tel: (086) 2544662 086 3821515
KELLY’S EYE Taxi and Minibus hire.
PHONE:
087 2727888
TOMMY GILLIGAN
CABS
Padraig Healy Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible
Family Notices • Anniversary Remembrance • Acknowledgements • Birthday Remembrance
Call car direct
(086) 2714879
Pete’s Cabs
Roscommon
2018 SEASONED TURF also Peat Bedding Available Tel: Donal
086 2721812 (All areas)
TURF FOR SALE: Special offer on turf. Tel: 086 2628439 TURF FOR SALE: Spring sale on 2018 shed stored seasoned turf, ash, beech, oak firewood. Various size loads - great offers available. Tel: 087 4350736 WANTED: Fallen trees for firewood. Ash, Beech, Birch and Whitethorn. We are safety certified and insured. Phone:
FUEL - FIREWOOD: High quality seasoned hardwood timber split and suitable for stoves and open-fire. Available in bulk bags and 25kg bag. Very competitively priced and delivery can be discussed. Call 0863312411 after 6pm. THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL OFFERS: • Bags of seasoned firewood only €2 per bag • Bags of turf only €2.50 per bag, buy 20 get 2 free • Tonne bags firewood/turf €35 per bay, or buy tonne firewood + tonne turf + 2 bags coal 20kg all for €80 delivered. • Stove coal 40kg bags only €14, buy 10 bags get 1 20kg bag coal free. • 8x4 trailer load firewood only €90. All includes free delivery. Contact Tom: 086 2628439 PREMIUM BLACK TURF For Sale BLACK RIDGE PREMIUM TURF Bagged or loose. Quantities of 10 or more bags delivered free of charge. Irish Bog Garden Products. Call Sean 087 6788674
Plumbing + Maintenance • Bathroom planning and design to suit you • All aspects of plumbing and maintenance • Boiler Servicing • Heating Installation • Call for FREE QUOTATION or visit Luke Coen Plumbing + Maintenance on facebook
Contact Luke on 087 1948286
Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business
USEFUL SERVICES SHANE NAUGHTON ROOFING CONTRACTOR Roofing, slating, tiling, 1st and 2nd fixing and flooring. All aspects of carpentry and building undertaken. Tel: 086 3155329 CARPENTER AVAILABLE: For work on first and second fix, roofing and slating, all maintenance. Tel: 087 6467322
Do you have a house or shed that you want cleaned out and all unwanted items removed? If so ring: 087 9657933 or 090 6626752
CRASH REPAIRS
CAN’T FIND ANYONE to do that small job, or you haven’t got the time ...
WE DO ANYTHING From fitting Curtain Rails to laying that footpath • Fast Reliable Service • Professional, Courteous Employees • Trustworthy
ONE CALL DOES IT ALL ! 094 96 31880 087 9100477
www.oddjobsolutions.ie Established since 2005 ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE: Safe Electric Registered. Domestic and Industrial, All work considered - No Job too small. Phone Paul 086 2553153 or 090 666 3053 or Email p0862553153@ gmail.com.
HOME MAINTENANCE HOME MAINTENANCE: All aspects covered, plumbing, electrics, carpentry and any household emergency. 24 hour call out. Phone Kieran: 087 7465281 or Jake 085 1002423 ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE: Rewires, first and second fix new houses, fuse board upgrade. All farm buildings and sheds, security lighting and garden lights. Tel: Tom on 086 0815802
| Insurance Repairs | Restoration Work | Paint Repairs | Colour Matching | Panel Replacement | Valeting | And much more Rathra, Tibohine, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon T: 094 98 72870 M: 087 6077277 E: wreck.amended@yahoo.ie
SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED DRAINS/SEWERS CLEANED PERMIT NO: NW CPO - 09 - 03267 - 03
TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815
DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS: WASHING MACHINE, REPAIRS, DISHWASHER REPAIRS, OVEN AND TUMBLE DRYER REPAIRS Contact Paul on 086 0538977 087 4046478 www.appliance-repairs.ie
MARQUEE
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Peter Lynch 086 8400002
Call into our office on Abbey Street, Roscommon
JOHN BEATTIE
Phone: (090) 66 34633 Email:
Roscommon
Cab and Bus Hire
086 2670670
advertising@roscommonpeople.ie Our deadline for receipt of Family Notices is 2.30pm on Tuesday. We cannot guarantee publication after this time.
USEFUL SERVICES
LUKE COEN
086 2437376
TELEPHONE: 086 8099 503
SOULMATES SOULMATES - DON’T BE ALONE, LOVE IS ALL THERE IS: Find that special person for friendship and romance with like-minded people. Safe, reliable and confidential. Tel: 087 9216302/087 7720250
TURF/FUEL/ FIREWOOD
BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS
WANTED CAB AND 2 MUDGUARDS: For Ford 6600 tractor. In good condition. Tel: 085 7482187
Selection of Marquees available for:
WINDOW CLEANING WINDOW CLEANING: Competitive rates. All areas covered. Also gutters/ fascias. Contact John: 087 2291931
We also have a selection of tables & chairs, bar facilities and stages for any of the above. Please do not hesitate to contact us.
Ballintubber, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon
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AtYourService CHIMNEY REPAIRS
To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie LOCKSMITH
WINDOWS/DOORS
Chris’s Locksmith Service
CHIMNEY PROBLEMS SHOWROOM:
Racecourse Road, Roscommon
DOOLEY CHIMNEY REPAIRS • Lining • Relining • Rebuilding • CCTV Camera Inspection
CATHAL DOOLEY 087 6579064
20 Years Experience Free Insurance Quotes Nationwide Service Stoves and Ranges Fitted All Work Guaranteed
BLINDS
WE SUPPLY & FIT Double & Treble Glazed Windows & Doors, Patio Doors, French Doors, Porches and Conservatories
Also Wooden Venetians, Velux Window Blinds. Tel: 090 66 30521 Mobile: 086 8115928
CHIMNEY REPAIRS
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Springfield, Williamstown, Co. Galway Window restrictors ● Burglary repairs ● Window locks ● Cylinder replacement ● Hinge replacement ● Glass replacement ● Lock replacement ● Window and door seals ● Window and door handles supplied and fitted ● Aluminium and uPVC doors and windows repaired.
Tel: 085 2191234 email: chrislocksmith.162@gmail.com
WIDE RANGE OF COMPOSITE DOORS
uPVC Window and Door Locksmith We are the only Licensed Window and Door Locksmith in Roscommon
Telephone: 090 66 33026 www.roscommonwindows.ie
GLASS
Boyle Glass Ballinameen, Boyle,
Tel: 071 96 68368 - Stained Decorative
BRENDAN DOOLIN
CLEANING
and Frosted Glass - Double Glazed Units - Bevelled Glass/ Mirrors - Glass Shelves/Table Tops - Painted Glass Splashbacks - Balcony Glass
- STOVE GLASS - Fire Rated Glass Find us on Facebook/boyleglass
WINDOW AND DOOR REPAIRS
WINDOW AND DOOR REPAIRS • Door Handles • Door Locks • Letterboxes • Window Hinges • Patio Door Repairs • Misted and Double Glazed Units • Reseal Windows and Doors
Contact David Martin on 087 9959417
08383
DRILLING SERVICE
Chasing / Core Drilling Service Domestic & Commercial Prompt Service | Keen Rates | Fully Insured
CLEANING SERVICES • ROSCOMMON • Carpets & Upholstery Cleaning • WINDOW CLEANING • POWER WASHING Fascias & Soffits • Gutters & Down pipes • Drive ways ‘paths and patios’ KEEN and COMPETITIVE PRICES
M: 086 3912396 PH: 090 66 62892 LIFE COACH
Call John 087 610 8499 CARPENTRY
Ros Carpentry ROOFING, CARPENTRY AND BUILDING SERVICE Cut/Truss and Flat Roofs, Slating, Tiling and Single Ply Flat Roofing 1st, 2nd Fix Carpentry and Flooring New Build Houses, Extensions, Renovations and Maintenance Foundations, Drainage, Drives and Patios
Over 30 years experience
Tel 085 8057722 roscarpentry@gmail.com
TARMACADAM
STEPHEN HOARE
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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES WALSH Mick
MURRAY Séamus
Moher, Lanesboro, Co. Roscommon (25th Anniversary) In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who died on the 30th March 1994
Lisphelim, Knockcroghery, + Galway Road, Co. Roscommon. (31st Anniversary)
My life goes on without you, But it will never be the same, It’s hard to hide the heartache, When someone speaks your name. Memories I cherish one by one, Of things you said or things you’ve done, They bring a smile or sometimes a tear, But always a wish that you could be here.
Forever loved and missed more every day by your loving wife Mary. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ A day that’s filled with sadness, Returns to us today, To mark the day you left us, In such a sudden way. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.
Forever loved and missed more every day by your sons Micheal and Seamus, daughters Martina and Georgina. Declan, Annette, Marian and grandchildren.
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. Thanksgiving for prayers received. K.E.
Treasured memories of Séamus, who died on 30th March 1988 Quietly today your memory is kept. No need for words we will never forget. No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you are always there. Never selfish, always kind What happy memories you left behind.
Remembered by Phil and Fiona. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ In Memory of a Wonderful Brother I hold on to our memories, The ones that are so dear. To try and keep you always close, Now that you are not here. You were called, it was your time, But it is so true, You have left a legacy, There was no one like you. You were very very special, And I just want to say, I feel lost in many ways, Because you are not here today. But, I will never forget you, And I know I have been blessed, To have you for my Brother, Because you were the best...
COYLE Maureen
FEENEY Tommie
MULLEN Mary
Gailey, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon Who died on the 4th April 2014 (5th Anniversary)
Ballyglass, Ballinaheglish, Co. Roscommon (23rd Anniversary)
Castlestrange, Fuerty, Co. Roscommon. (20th Anniversary)
In loving memory of my wife Maureen I hold you close within my heart And there you shall remain To walk with me throughout our lives Until we meet again.
Sadly missed by your loving husband Eugene. Rest in Peace
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tired and weary you battled on. Until at last your strength was gone. And God alone knew what was best, He granted you eternal rest.
In loving memory of Tommie who passed away on 31st March, 1996 R.I.P.
Quietly today your memories are kept No need for words We will never forget When thoughts go back As they always do We treasure the memories we have of you.
Sadly missed by his wife May and family. Anniversary Mass in Ballinaheglish Church on Friday, 29th March at 7pm.
SWEENEY Michael Francis (Todd)
Sadly missed by her sisters Eileen, Kathleen and brother John. Anniversary Mass will be held in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery on Saturday, 30th March at 7pm.
Lanesborough Road, and late of Corrigeen. (13th Anniversary)
LARKIN Anthony
Treasured memories of Michael late of Lanesborough Road and Corrigeen who passed away on the 29th March 2006. R.I.P.
St. John’s, Lecarrow. (9th Anniversary) In loving memory of Anthony who died on 31st March 2010 Out of our lives you may be gone, But in our hearts you will always belong.
Sadly missed by his family.
Always loved and missed by your loving sister, Geraldine
THANKSGIVINGS UNFAILING NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit, you who make me see everything and showed me the way to reach my ideals. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me and you who are in all instances of my life with me. I want to thank you for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great the material desire may be. I want to be with you and my loved ones in your Perpetual Glory. Amen. Mention your request. While making the request, promise to either publish this prayer to circulate the favour. Say prayer for three days. After the third day, the request will be granted.M.K. UNFAILING NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit, you who make me see everything and showed me the way to reach my ideals. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me and you who are in all instances of my life with me. I want to thank you for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great the material desire may be. I want to be with you and my loved ones in your Perpetual Glory. Amen. Mention your request. While making the request, promise to either publish this prayer to circulate the favour. Say prayer for three days. After the third day, the request will be granted.M.K.
Just a prayer from those who loved you, Just a memory fond and true. In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you. We have loved her in life Let us not forget her in death.
Sadly missed by her husband Frank, Rebecca, Kieran, Fiona and families. Also by her mother Angela and family. Anniversary Mass in Fuerty Church on Sunday, 31st March at 11.30am.
BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE
KELLY Frank Castleview, Ballybride, Roscommon Birthday 31st March
We can not halt The hand of time, Or live again, the past, Within our hearts are memories That will forever last The length of time
Always remembered by his wife Angela, daughter Elizabeth, sons Peárse, Michael and Emmet son-in-law Raymond and grandchildren. Masses offered.
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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. Thanksgiving for prayers received. M.C. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Thanksgiving for prayers received. A.F. /RYH·V *UHDWHVW *LIW 5HPHPEUDQFH
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Pictured is Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice with Saoire Perry (PWCF) and Philip Watt (CEO), Fergal Smyth (CFI Fundraising Manager).
Launch of Cystic Fibrosis Ireland’s 65 Roses Day People of Roscommon urged to support people living with cystic fibrosis The people of Roscommon are being urged to show their support for people living with cystic fibrosis (CF) and their families by wearing a purple rose on Cystic Fibrosis Ireland’s (CFI) 65 Roses Day, Friday 12th April. The annual fundraising flag day – which derives its name from the way in which young children often first say the words ‘cystic fibrosis’ – seeks to raise much-needed monies
for CF services. It will see volunteers out in force across the county. People can get behind the appeal by buying a purple rose, completing a 65 Roses Challenge or donating online at www.65RosesDay.ie. Among the well-known faces to lend their support to this very worthy cause, and encouraging the public to rally behind it, are local TDs Eugene Murphy and Michael Fitzmaurice.
Ireland has the highest incidence of CF in the world and some of the most severe types. There are almost 1,400 people living with CF in Ireland and the number is increasing each year as a result of improvements in treatment and care. According to recently-published statistics from the Cystic Fibrosis Registry of Ireland, there were 10 people with CF registered as being from Co. Roscommon in 2017.
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Sports People Kingdom defeat sends Rossies down See pages 52 & 53
Roscommon’s Conor Cox pictured in action against Kerry’s Gavin Crowley during last Sunday’s Allianz NFL Division One match at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
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Horses for Courses No racing today and tomorrow the action is under lights on the all-weather track at Dundalk stalls open for the first at 5.45 pm. On Saturday, it’s the turn of Navan again racing on the level, first race 2.15 pm with a national hunt card on Sunday at Limerick off at 1.50 pm with a Grade 3 Novice Chase and a Listed bumper. The Lincolnshire Handicap will be run at Doncaster on Saturday with only one Irish challenger Saltonstall, 9/1, from Aidan McGuinness’s Lusk yard. The favourite for the Spring cavalry charge is Charlie Appleby’s Auxerre, well backed at 7/2. Corkonian Noel Fehily hung up his boots in the best way possible with a winner in the bumper at Newbury on Saturday as Harry Fry’s Get In The Queue swept to victory at very short odds of 1/3. It was Fehily and Fry’s hat trick in the race having won it in 2017 with Bullionaire and 2018 with Caribert.
Aintree Grand National With just over a week to go there are 81 horses
by Tom Red
still standing in the Grand National, 37 of them trained in Ireland including the ante post fav and last year’s victor Tiger Roll, trained by Gordon Elliott, as low as 7/2. The meeting opens this day week featuring the Foxhunters for amateur riders with a maximum of 30 runners from over 40 still standing and on Friday The Topham Handicap Chase takes centre stage with again a max of 30 this time from 76. Both races are over 2m 5f and are run over the Grand National fences.
General news Amateur jockey Declan Lavery has had his 10day Cheltenham ban quashed on appeal. Lavery was one of three Irish jockeys punished by the Old Boys at Cheltenham last week after just four of the 18 runners completed in the National Hunt Chase run on heavy ground. What about Rob James who was in 4th and qualifying for nearly £6,000 when he fell at the last. Were all the British jockeys angels? Bryony Frost’s worst fears were confirmed that
Tiger Roll in the 2018 Aintree Grand National.
she broke her collarbone in a fall at Southwell this day week and she will be on the sideline for at least 6 to 8 weeks missing the Grand National meeting as well as the festivals at Fairyhouse and Punchestown. Sean Mulryan’s Cheltenham Festival hero City Island will probably finish his season in the Champion Novice Hurdle at Punchestown next month. Martin Brassil, trainer, reports his stable star fully recovered from his Cheltenham exertions. Espoir D’Allen, winner of the Champion Hurdle, is also finished for the season according to trainer Gavin Cromwell. This means we will not see the 5-Y-O at Punchestown. The Tony Mullins trained Do As You Wish and Uffizy, both 5-Y-O maiden mares, were killed in a road traffic accident on Tuesday when going to
Get In The Queue and Noel Fehily win at Newbury.
Clonmel. It was a single vehicle accident and there were no injuries to any of Mullins’ staff.
Point to point corner Racing on the northern circuit this weekend is set to start at 1.30 pm in Portrush, Co. Derry. There is a busy day in the south on Sunday with three meetings down for decision, starting at Monksgrange outside Rathnure in Wexford off at 2 pm as is the meeting at Lisronagh between Fethard and Clonmel and at Ballynoe south of Fermoy with a 1.30 pm start. There are very large entries at all meetings this weekend, 121 in Portrush on Saturday, on Sunday 145 in Monksgrangeon, 134 runners in Ballynoe and Lisronagh has 156 entries.
SICK AS A PARROT/OVER THE MOON ROSCOMMON & DISTRICT LEAGUE NEWS
Dooner’s weekend predictions Congratulations to Athlone side St. Peter’s FC who stormed to their second Roscommon & District Football League title in a row following their 3-0 win over ten man Ballymoe FC last Sunday. It was yet another exciting title race and the champions remain the team to beat in both the Challenge Cup and Premier Division Cup this year.
Friday, March 29th Joe’s Bar Challenge Cup Quarter-Final Kilkerrin United v Moore United. 8 pm The hosts get a hesitant nod for this one. Prediction: Kilkerrin United Topline Ward’s Second Division Cup Quarter-Final Castlerea Celtic B v Manor United. 8 pm The Division Two champions should progress to the last four. Prediction: Castlerea Celtic B
The impressive Roscommon & District Football League side Joe’s Bar Challenge Cup gets our full support for this last Quarter-Final eight tie. Castlerea Celtic v Ballinasloe Prediction: Boyle Celtic Town. 7.45 pm TP Brennan Connacht Shield Both sides will be hoping to Quarter-Final land some silverware this season Mervue United B v Glen having lost out on the league Celtic. 2 pm title for the second consecutive Mervue were extremely impresyear to Athlone side St. Peter’s. sive winners over Roscommon I expect a fired up home side to United in the previous round and squeeze through. Prediction: Castlerea Celtic Mark Topline Ward’s Second DiviMcConnell sion Cup Quarter-Final celebrates after Shiven Rovers B v Roscomscoring against Ballymoe FC mon United. 7.45 pm The visitors will want to end the last Sunday. St. Peter’s’ 3-0 win season with some silverware was enough to to their name. They should see them retain progress this weekend. the Raftery’s Prediction: Roscommon United Oakland Hotel
Saturday, March 30th
Sunday, March 31st TP Brennan Connacht Cup Quarter-Final Boyle Celtic v Manulla FC. 2 pm
RDFL Premier Division title. Pic: Mick McCormack
will be formidable opponents for Glen this weekend. Prediction: Mervue United B Joe’s Bar Challenge Cup Quarter-Final St. Peter’s FC v Skyvalley Rovers B. 2 pm The Premier Division champions are heavy favourites. Prediction: St. Peter’s FC Norio’s Takeaway Division One (2 pm)
CP Ajax v Rahara Rovers The home side gets the nod here. Prediction: CP Ajax Moylough ’79 v Dunmore Town A comfortable home win. Prediction: Moylough ‘79 St. John’s Athletic v Ahascragh United The Lecarrow side will be hoping to stay second this weekend. Prediction: St. John’s Athletic
Soccer results Raftery’s Oakland Hotel Premier Division Ballymoe FC 0 St. Peter’s FC 3 (St. Peter’s FC are champions) Cloonfad United 3 Strokestown United 2 (Strokestown United are relegated) Ballinasloe Town 4 Kilkerrin United 0 Norio’s Takeaway Division One Ballinasloe Town B 0 St. John’s Athletic 2 CP Ajax 3 Ballaghaderreen FC 2 Cam Celtic 1 Rahara Rovers 2 Moylough ’79 3 Ahascragh United 1 Killeen Sports Grounds Division Two Glen Celtic 2 Skyvalley Rovers B 1
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Top 4 weekend: Kings on the double! THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner The Castlerea Kings made history last weekend as they became the first team ever to win both the league and cup competitions in the Lonleitros Basketball League. The Kings demolished the Mayo Gladiators in Friday’s Top 4 semi-final to set up a final showdown with Longford Torpedoes on Sunday night. The Torpedoes had scraped through their semifinal against Mohill Mavericks on Saturday. The atmosphere was electric at The Enterprise Hub in Castlerea for finals day last Sunday as the Sligo All Stars clinched the men’s shield and the Castlebar Mustangs won the women’s Top 4 Cup in the curtain raisers. Then it was time for the main event involving the two top seeds in Lonleitros basketball. The Kings and Torpedoes had been involved in two titanic clashes during the regular league
season with the Castlerea outfit inflicting the Longford side’s sole defeat in the first thirteen weeks of fixtures. If the January league meeting between the two at the same venue was anything to go by, then those gathered at the Hub last Sunday night were in for a treat. That showdown required overtime and was eventually settled 111-104 in the Kings’ favour. The Kings started nervy but grew into Sunday’s final backed by their noisy home support. Come half-time the league champions led 50-38 and were playing with confidence. Much of Castlerea’s success is built on robust defence and fast breaks. Last Sunday the Kings reacted to every point conceded and refused to allow the Torpedoes to gain a foothold. By the end of the third quarter they had a twenty point
In the sporting diary .... Roscommon Darts League Finals The finals of the Roscommon Darts League Cup and Shield competitions take place this Saturday (30th) at Hannon’s Hotel. The Shield final between An Bothar Rua and Creaton’s begins at 5 pm while the Cup final involving McDermott’s and Molly’s starts at 7 pm.
Soccer Sisters Easter Camp The FAI, Roscommon County Council and Ballaghaderreen FC are running a Soccer Sisters Easter Camp for girls aged 7-14 years. The camp will run over two days (Thursday, April 25th and Friday 26th) in the Community Park, Ballaghaderreen from 10 am until 1 pm. Each participant will receive a pink t-shirt for taking part. The camp is free but places must be prebooked by registering on www.fainet.ie
Hole in One!
Brendan Connolly will remember his round in the AWGS outing at Athlone on March 21st. Brendan not only secured the best nett score (34 points), he also hit a hole-in-one at the Par 3 6th. Congratulations Brendan!
People’s champion of the week Pictured is St. Coman’s Handball Club’s Carragh Kennedy who won the U-15 Girls’ All-Ireland 4-Wall singles title in Kingscourt, Co. Cavan last Sunday.
cushion (75-55) and one hand on the cup. The task facing Longford in that final quarter was to prove insurmountable. The Kings had been undefeated at home all season and never looked like losing last Sunday evening. It was most fitting that Kings captain Danny Doherty added the final blows of the season with a scythe to the rim to complete a 93-70 win and complete Castlerea’s historic double of league and cup. Thomas Callaghan, who top scored with 25, was named MVP on a night when everything went right for the reigning Lonleitros Baskeball League champions. There was nothing left for the captain and his teammates to do but thank everyone who had contributed to the momentous season, including team sponsors, An Gairdin Bia and Seanie Mac’s Barbers, Joe Henry for his support and coordination, Helen Fleming, Castlerea Cosmos Ladies Basketball, The Hub, Brian Stenson, Benny O’Connell and Austin Waldron.
Pictured is the Castlerea Kings basketball team which won the Lonleitros Basketball League and Top 4 Cup this season.
The sporting brief Handball All-Ireland wins! It was a good weekend for Roscommon handball with both All-Ireland finalists emerging victorious from the 40x20 Finals weekend held in Kingscourt, Co. Cavan. On Friday night, Lisacul’s Sean Jennings took the Masters ‘B’ singles title against Tipperary’s Brian O’Brien in two contrasting games, 21-3, 21-18. A wellearned title for Sean due to his long-term dedication to the sport. On Sunday, Carragh Kennedy came through a thriller to win the Girls U-15 singles title against Clare’s gallant Eimear Murphy. Once the powerful St. Coman’s girl got her sidearm strokes going she eased into a straightforward 15-7 win in the first. A revitalized Murphy took the second 15-12 following an inspired change of serve but Carragh showed her mettle and clinched the decisive game 15-13 having been 12-3 down!
Golf Rosney on song! We begin our weekly golf round in Castlerea where Kieran Rosney was on song to win the recent men’s competition. Anto McCormack was second while Liam Walsh, Alan Devine and Johnny Mahoney won Classes 1 to 3 respectively.
The winner of the ladies’ competition was Mary Kenny with 37 points while Celia Mulligan and Kay O’Loughlin finished second and third respectively. Lady Captain Ann Cox and men’s captain David McDermott hosted a very successful Captains’ DriveIn at Carrick last Sunday. Brian Beirne, Marie Lydon, Declan Reilly and Eithne McGuire won the competition which followed with 26 points. Last Saturday’s 50/50 competition was won by Frank McGrath with 24 points while second place went to Niall Roche with 22. To Roscommon next, where last weekend’s 18hole Stableford was won by Charlie Farrell with 39 points. Second place went to Patrick Farnon, best gross score to Simon Walker, third place to Seamus Ó Donghaile and junior prize to Cian O’Connor. The recent ladies’ 15-hole competition was won by Kate Walshe with 28 points while Tresina Smith was victorious in the recent senior competition. The men’s senior’s was won by Gerry Finn. Michael Tallon was given a very warm welcome back to action in Athlone. Now in his mid-80s, Michael returned from injury last weekend in the AWGS outing. Good to see you back Mick! The AWGS outing was
Captain David McDermott, Captain Anne Cox, and President Jim King pictured at Carrick-onShannon Golf Club’s Drive-In last weekend.
won by Brendan Connolly (see above) while the veteran’s prize went to Rod Tierney. The Wednesday Open (20th) was won by Ian Holmes with 36 points while the 16-hole Stableford was won by Gerry Kelly with 39. Mary Madden was the winner of the recent 3Ts with 30 points while the Shamrock Open went to Frances McGettigan and the
97 Club to Bernie Watson. Finally to Boyle, where Ross Andrew and Paddy McLoughlin won the Boyle round of the Holmpatrick Cup with 45 point and go forward to represent the club in the next round.
Darts Sunday finals This coming Saturday the curtain will come down on the Hannon’s Hotel spon-
sored Roscommon Darts League, with the Cup and Shield finals taking place in Hannon’s Hotel. One game took place last week to determine the finals spots, with Creaton’s overcoming the Three Counties 6-0 and 10-5 on aggregate. Creaton’s will now face An Bothar Rua in Saturday’s Shield final at 5 pm while McDermott’s take on Molly’s in the Cup final spot sat 7 pm.
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Seamus Duke ON SPORT Rossies back to Division Two for 2020 @SeamusDuke
Cathal Cregg pictured in action during last Sunday’s Allianz NFL Division One match between Roscommon and Kerry and Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
A refreshing final pairing this Sunday! I have nothing against the Dubs but it is refreshing to see two ‘new’ teams contesting the league final on Sunday. Mayo v Kerry should be a great game of football but I am expecting Kerry to win it. I am really looking forward to seeing that Kerry attack in the wide open spaces of Croke Park. I am expecting Kerry to win by four or five points. In the hurling final it would be great to see Waterford winning a national title but Limerick look a really top class side and they can make it two major trophies in a row. On Saturday, there will probably be even more excitement as Leitrim supporters will come in their thousands to headquarters for the Division Four final against Derry. It’s the first time the county have played there since 2006 (Roscommon minors won an All-Ireland semi-final that day) and they will be hoping to win the title although Derry look too strong. There will be a high-quality contest in Division Two when Donegal take on Meath, but I suspect that it may be more of an exhibition type game as both counties are just delighted to be back in the top division.
I have to say that while it is extremely disappointing that Roscommon were relegated from Division One of the league last Sunday, I wasn’t surprised. Kerry needed to get a draw or a win, and having watched them a couple of times this year, they are a really good young side. It wasn’t last Sunday that Roscommon lost their place in the top tier. The damage was done before then. I know that many people have been talking about the controversial incident that cost Roscommon a point against Tyrone, but Galway and Cavan were where this campaign was lost. The Roscommon players and management have put in a huge effort and there were a number of heart-warming and very impressive performances during the campaign but Roscommon were simply found wanting in a number of areas. There was certainly a harder edge to Roscommon’s play, but despite the perception that Anthony Cunningham’s men were much stronger defensively, the team had by far the worst record in the division, which was surprising to note. Problems
ward line in action. David Clifford and Sean O’Shea are class players and a joy to watch but Stephen O’Brien was the star of the show. He turned in an unbelievable performance and covered every blade of grass on the field. Are Kerry good enough to win the All-Ireland? I’m not so sure about their defence to be able to answer that question in the affirmative but they have the best attack in the game, much better than Dublin’s. Remember too that James O’Donoghue and Paul Geaney have yet to come back into that Kerry attack which is a frightening prospect for any opposition. But they may just be caught out at the back. Either way it was a pleasure to watch these young Kerry stars in action. If they don’t win the AllIreland this year then it is only a matter of time. For Roscommon, it’s May 12th now and a clash with a Leitrim team on the crest of a wave after their Division Four campaign. But Elvery’s MacHale Park on May 25th is where the big story will unfold.
Delaney’s ‘step-over’ is farcical! You have to hand it to John Delaney. When his position came under pressure last week he resigned, but promptly stepped into another position manufactured by himself and his cronies. He is one of the highest paid administrators in world football and was even able to loan his employers €100,000 when they were strapped for cash. This happened in a year when the FAI turned over €47 million as well! Despite this whole farce it was remarkable to hear the strong support that there is for Delaney among a lot of the grassroots people in the game. On the radio on Monday I listened to people who are lifelong volunteers who would swear by Delaney. It is true that he wielded so much power in the association that he was able to go around the country giving grants to a number of small local organisations and clubs. The reality is that while Delaney was earning a telephone number salary, League
Carty and Connacht set for European action The Champions Cup quarter-finals will take centre stage this weekend. Leinster should be too good for Ulster in the allIrish clash and Munster will be very strongly fancied to account for Edinburgh. There will be huge local interest in the Chal-
persist at midfield, and too much of a reliance on Conor Cox up front were also factors in this league. We will look back in more detail at the campaign over the next week or two but there are a number of positives as well. Sean Mullooly is playing well and he will solve our problem at full-back. It was also good to see Diarmuid Murtagh back in the Roscommon attack. We need a fit and firing Diarmuid Murtagh for the championship. Ciaráin Murtagh was a huge loss for the league as well. To lose our two top scorers hurt the team a lot and we need a number of scoring forwards if we hope to beat Leitrim and certainly have any chance of beating Mayo in Castlebar. Either way it’s Division Two football for Roscommon in 2020. It might be a better way to progress allowing the management to look at players and not to have to put as much into trying to survive like you have to do in the top division. The disappointment last Sunday was also somewhat lessened by the opportunity to see that Kerry for-
lenge Cup quarter-final between Sale Sharks and Connacht. The English side were one of the teams who were too good for Connacht earlier in the competition so this is a really tough game for Andy Friend’s side. Jack Carty is now such a key man for Connacht. He is playing
the best rugby of his career and followed up his Ireland debut with a brilliant cameo appearance off the bench last weekend scoring ten points to become Connacht’s record scorer in the Pro14. It will be tough but I am expecting Connacht to get to the last four.
of Ireland clubs have been struggling desperately. The prize money for winning the season-long SSE Airtricity League Premier Division in 2017 was €110,000, less than a third of the salary that the FAI were giving to John Delaney. The bottom line is that the finances of the FAI will have to be examined from top to bottom. They get millions of euro in taxpayers’ money every year and they will have to reveal what is going on and Delaney’s role in all of this. The grassroots game of soccer is strong in some areas but the evidence on the ground in rural counties like Roscommon is that rugby and the GAA are miles ahead in terms of coaching and looking after young players. Coaching and games development costs money. The FAI will have to start spending money further down the food chain. At the moment it’s the senior international team or nothing.
Kiltoom native Jack Carty became Connacht’s all-time top points scorer last weekend.
John Delaney has stood down as CEO of the FAI but will continue as Executive Vice President.
Plenty of positives for Creggs Rugby Creggs RFC have had a fantastic season. It’s just a pity that they have found one team too good for them on the field of play. But despite the losses in the league and cup to the Connemara Blacks, there is much to be positive about. Off the field, the developments at The Green have been spectacular and now Pat Cunningham, Ger Dowd and the coaches are developing a fine young team. It’s not much consolation this week but another season in the J1A League and in the Connacht Junior Cup might be exactly what this team needs and they will be ready to embrace success and a possible place in the AIL when it comes along.
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The Roscommon panel which beat Longford in the Lidl Ladies NFL Division Three match last Sunday at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Cummins stars in narrow ladies win Lidl Ladies NFL Division Three
ROSCOMMON LONGFORD SEAMUS DUKE
The Roscommon Ladies footballers once again stuttered to another narrow win in this competitive
3-8 1-12 curtain raiser at Dr. Hyde Park last Sunday. The final score tells us that Roscommon won by two points but Michael Finneran and his selectors and the rest of the
Roscommon players can be thankful for the contribution of goalkeeper Helena Cummins who saved at least five certain goals with stunning saves throughout the match. In fact, in my match notes the Michael Glavey’s net minder made at least seven last-ditch saves when players were one on one with her, which must constitute some kind of record. Thankfully for Roscommon
they could get vital scores down at the other end of the field. But serious repair work needs to be done in defence if Roscommon are to feature at the business end of league or championship this year. Longford simply got in far too easily time after time. After only four minutes Cummins was called into action to smother two shots from Longford full-forward
Roscommon full-backs Sinéad Kenny and Amanda McLoone stand firm during last Sunday’s Lidl Ladies NFL Division Three match at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Katie Daly of Roscommon in action against Orla Nevin of Longford during last Sunday’s Lidl Ladies NFL Division Three clash at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Aisling Greene but after that scare Roscommon settled down and it looked as if the home side would take control. Alice Kelly scored a fifth minute goal and points from Rebecca Finan (2), Katie Daly and Jenny Higgins saw Roscommon lead by 1-4 to 0-1 after fifteen minutes. From that point on Roscommon were under pressure but to their credit they were always able to get a score or two when they needed them and that was vital in the end. Four Longford points on the spin reduced the margin to just two in first half injury-time. Then Rebecca Finan fisted home Roscommon’s second goal and at half-time it was 2-4 to 0-5. But they needed the assistance of Helena Cummins twice more in the second quarter as she remained defiant in the face of some slick Longford play. Longford were edging closer in the third quarter, and despite two Roscom-
mon points from Rebecca Finan, had reduced the margin to three (2-6 to 0-9) by the 40th minute. Then Roscommon struck for goal again, and this time it was Laura Fleming who hit the target after good work from Rebecca Finan. However, two minutes later Longford were back in the match when Anna McDonnell blasted home after Cummins had blocked her first effort. It was hard to believe that a shot had actually beaten the Roscommon goalkeeper! Rebecca Finan and Aoife Darcy exchanged points and with ten minutes to go the margin was still three. Darcy and Aisling Green were on target late for Longford but Niamh Feeney’s point in the 58th minute proved vital for Roscommon who held out for a two point win. For Roscommon, apart from the undoubted heroine and Player of the Match Helena Cummins, Jenny Higgins, Laura Fleming and
Rebecca Finan were Roscommon’s best performers. Roscommon: Helena Cummins; Honor Ennis, Sinead Kenny, Amanda McLoone; Joanne Cregg, Shauna Bannon, Niamh Feeney (0-1); Aine Ryan, Jenny Higgins (0-1); Alice Kelly (1-0), Katie Daly (0-1), Laura Fleming (1-0); Siobhan Tully, Rebecca Finan (1-5), Rachel Fitzmaurice. Subs: Rachel Brady for Ennis (15), Sheila Brady for Ryan (18), Sorcha Bruen for Kelly (44), Loiuse Brady for Tully (50), Grainne Lohan for Fleming (55), Nimah Shanagher for Higgins (58). Longford: E Esler; R O’Farrell, L Keegan, N Darcy; C Farrell, E O’Brien, M Moore; O Nevin, M Reynolds; E Heaney (0-2), M Farrell (0-2), C Healy (0-1); A McDonnell (1-0), A Greene (0-4), A Darcy (0-3). Sub: K Shannon for Reynolds. Referee: John Devlin (Galway)
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Connemara double up as Creggs brushed aside Connacht Junior Cup Final
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If Pat Cunningham’s postmatch comments are anything to go by then the men of Creggs will relish the challenge of reaching the benchmark laid down by Connacht League and Cup champions Connemara this season. Speaking in the wake of Sunday’s comprehensive 25-6 defeat to the Blacks in the Connacht Junior Cup Final, Cunningham was magnaminous in defeat while setting his sights on retribution. “I’m not sure what their ambitions are, but I’d love to see Connemara in the league next year. Those are the type of games and occasions that we strive for, a lot of the other games this year haven’t been as competitive. Maybe some teams will step up next year but in my opinion, you want to win cup finals against the best teams. We’ll learn a lot from that today and already I’m looking forward to next year, to see can we improve and get better for when we play them. “I don’t want to wish they don’t go up if that’s their goal, but I’d like another crack at them, I certainly wouldn’t like to get rid of them just to win a cup or a league”.
Creggs had started brightly in Sunday’s showpiece as they bid to win their first Junior Cup since 1993. An early Shane Dowd penalty was reward for their positivity in the opening five minutes. Playing with the breeze, you felt the Maroon and White required a healthy lead before the turnaround. Alas, Connemara were unperturbed by the elements and they gained a stranglehold on proceedings as the half wore on. It was the impressive Ian Staunton who got them moving. He charged through the Creggs lines, shimmying past two tackles, and while he stumbled to the ground, the big man had the presence of mind to offload to Michael O’Toole who ran unmolested to the line. The extras were added by Shane Sweeney. It was a sign of things to come as Connemara’s flowing rugby took them deep into Creggs’ territory again just four minutes later. The ball was worked wide to Henry O’Toole and he made no mistake to touch down in the corner. Even at this early stage Creggs were facing a mammoth task. Creggs were game competitors though and a sweetly struck Shane Dowd penalty from half-way reduced
President salutes Creggs’ season Speaking to People Sport after last Sunday’s Connacht Junior Cup Final, Creggs RFC President Padraic Deane, paid tribute to the Creggs players and management. “It has been a great year for our first team. Having won the Curley Cup and promotion to Junior 1 in 2018, their momentum drove them on to win the Cawley Cup and finish runners-up to a strong and more experienced Connemara team in the top division of the Connacht League. “They’ve experienced playing in the Connacht Junior Cup Final, last won by the club 26 years ago. It should be noted that it was also over 17 years since Connemara won the Junior Cup. “We have a very talented, well coached young senior playing group in the club plus quality, well coached youth teams coming through, as well as a strong schools development programme. The Junior Cup final experience will be very much seen as another learning curve in the development of our senior squads, an important part of the beginning of a great new era across the board in Creggs Rugby. “On behalf of everyone at Creggs, I would like to say congratulations to Connemara on their league win and their victory last Sunday”.
Creggs’ Andrew Callaghan releases the ball at the Connacht Rugby Junior Cup Final against Connemara in the Sportsground, Galway. Photo Credit ©INPHO/ Oisin Keniry
the deficit before Sweeney restored the nine point lead with three points of his own on 36 minutes. Dowd then had an opportunity to make it a six point game on the stroke of half-time but his penalty went just wide and Creggs returned to the dressing rooms trailing 15-6. The second half proved an even bigger test of Pat Cunningham’s men as Connemara penned them inside
their own 22”, Creggs struggling to maintain any meaningful attacks. A superb Tom Callaghan ankle tap on Dylan Slator, a couple of big tackles from Elliot Jennings and Chris Duignan beating Peter O’Toole to a bouncing ball kept Connemara scoreless in the third quarter in what was a brave but ultimately futile defensive effort. David McDonagh eventually broke the Creggs resist-
ance as he powered home on 69 minutes, while Henry O’Toole’s extras all but ended this final as a contest. There was still time for O’Toole to slot a penalty to put an extra gloss on the scoreboard from a Connemara point of view. In truth, they were formidable throughout and ran out comfortable winners in the end. For Cunningham, it was unexpected particularly
given the competitive nature of Creggs’ season which included lifting the Cawley Cup. “Maybe because we’re a young team, we’ve come up through the ranks pretty quick, so maybe these are lessons we need to learn. But certainly it’s very difficult to beat a team like Connemara when you get your purple patch and you don’t capitalise, and that’s what happened today. “I definitely was positive
coming into it, we trained extremely well. We’ve a lot of 19 and 20 year-olds, we’ve a couple of lads and this is their first season of real senior rugby, a couple of lads that haven’t played in a few years – but the strides they’ve made have been huge. It wasn’t false positivity, I do think they’re great lads, but I suppose in hindsight, maybe our inexperience in key moments, compared to them, shone through today”.
Teams and Scorers Connemara: Henry O’Toole, Marty Conneely, Eoin Burke, David McDonagh, Peter O’Toole, Shane Sweeney, Michael O’Toole, TJ Berry, Paul Lee, Conor O’Malley, Niall Staunton, Eugene Conroy, Ian Staunton, Barry Gibbons, Emmet Ferron. Replacements: Dylan Slator for Ian Staunton (36), David O’Reilly for Shane Sweeney (52 temporary), O’Reilly fo Sweeney (72), Ian Staunton for Eugene Conroy (74), Thomas Sicre for Ferron (76), Kevin Keogh for Gibbons (78), Kevin Barry for O’Malley (78). Creggs: Ronan Dowd, Chris Duignan, Eoghan Coyle, Tom Callaghan, Kevin Gavin, Shane Dowd, Andrew Callaghan, Brian Diffley, James Brandon, Ronan Cahill, Brian Donoghue, Kevin Brandon, Aidan Leech, Maurice Buckley, Tom Fleming. Replacements: Brian Coady for Cahill (17), Tom Oates for Kevin Brandon (17), Elliot Jennings for Gavin (32), Sean Óg Higgins for Tom Oates (50), Mark Brandon for Callaghan (68), Cahill for Higgins (71). Connemara’s Niall Staunton is tackled by Andrew Callaghan of Creggs. Photo Credit ©INPHO/ Oisin Keniry
Referee: Daithi Flood
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The Creggs team which was defeated by Connemara in Connacht Junior Cup last Sunday. Back row (L-r): Thomas Flynn, Ronan Cahill, Tom Oates, Kevin Gavin, Shane Dowd, Aidan Leech, Tom Fleming, Eoin Coyle, Brian Diffley, Brian Donohue, and Peter Lohan. Front row (L-R): Alan Brandon, James Brandon, Kevin Brandon (captain), Chris Duignan, Maurice Buckley, Ronan Dowd, Andrew Callaghan, Tom Callaghan and Sean Óg Higgins. Absent from picture: Mark Brandon, Elliot Jennings, Eoghan Farrell, Brian Cody, Luke Meehan, Michael Feeley, Edward Clinton, Michael Holland and Michael Fleming. Pic: Mike Shaughnessy, Galway.
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THE GAIN LINE
U-16s reach Connacht Final! Connacht U-16 Cup SemiFinal: Creggs Rugby 24 Ballinasloe 17. Creggs won an enthralling Connacht Cup Semi-Final against a strong Ballinasloe side in Creggs last Friday evening. Creggs trailed 10-0 in the early stages following sustained Ballinasloe pressure. The Creggs forwards, however, began to dominate with Shane Connaughton and Ruairi O’Brien surging forward at every opportunity. Mark Dowd touched down after great work from Tyrece Etete and Matthew Clarke made no mistake with the conversion. Creggs were now in total control and scored two further tries from Anthony Gorman and Darren Gately. However, Ballinasloe were far from done and replied leaving the score 19-17 at half-time. The second half was a tense affair. Man of the Match, David Gacquin, and the impressive Aodán Looby formed a rook solid defence which paved the way for a Creggs victory. Darren Gately completed the scoring with another touchdown after unrelenting pressure. Creggs now face a very strong Ballina side in the Connacht U-16 Cup Final on April 7th at
the Sportsgrounds, in Galway. Creggs U-20s have been drawn against Connemara in the Quarter-Final of the Conancht U-20 Cup, with the winners playing Corinthians in the semi-final. Connacht U-18.5 Plate Quarter-Final: Galweigans 12 Creggs 24. A try from Mark Purcell on ten minutes expertly converted by the same player from the sideline was just reward for the visitors early domination. Creggs had to wait until five minutes before half-time for their next score. Tight head prop Tom Farrell powered over from close range after some excellent work from his pack. This should have been the last score of the half but a combination of skill from the Galway half-back and sloppy defending from Creggs let Galweigans in for a score on half-time. The conversion attempt was wide and at half-time Creggs led 125. The Creggs lads played with the strong wind at their backs in the second half and pulled away with two excellent tries. The first from Ben Finnerty and the second, the score of the match, finished off by Tim Lambe and converted again by Purcell. Galweigans scored a
Depleted Buccs defeated!
Pictured is the Creggs U-16 side which beat Ballinasloe RFC in the Connacht U-16 Cup Semi-Final last Friday evening.
try with almost the last play of the match but this was a mere consolation and Creggs deservedly advanced to the semi-finals where they will be away to Ballina. Connacht U-14 Plate Quarter-Final: Buccaneers 5 Creggs 19. This Creggs team has improved immensely over the last few games they were in command from the start, finishing up with the final score 19-5. Their next outing is the Connacht Plate Semi-Final against Ballina on the weekend of April 6/7th. Meanwhile, the U-15 boys travel to Galway on Saturday at 3 pm for their Connacht Cup Semi-Final against Corinthians. The U-16’s will prepare for their Connacht Cup Final (on Sunday April 7th), by hosting touring side Ashby RFC from
the UK this Friday night in Creggs at 7 pm. The U-17s will host a Claremorris/Tuam RFC combination in the quarter-final of the Connacht Ur-17 Plate this Sunday at 11 am.
Girls Rugby Connacht Girls U-16 Plate Semi-Final: Creggs 5 Corinthians 39. The U-16 Girls lost to Corinthians in the semi-final of the Connacht Girls Plate last Saturday morning in Creggs. The difference between the teams was evident in that while the Creggs girls did very well to get into their opponents 22” on three occasions in the opening half, the Corinthians very strong defence held firm, while at the other end of the pitch Corinthians made three
advances and came away with three scores. For most of this Creggs side, it was their first year playing rugby and it was the U-16s first time to contest a provincial competition. The U-14 Girls will play their last game of the season when they host Kill Dara at 11 am next Saturday.
Mini Rugby Creggs U-8s and U-9s will take part in the Connacht Blitz in Castlebar on Saturday at 10.30 am. The U-11s play their Connacht Blitz in Sligo on Saturday also at 10.30 am. The U-12s will Barna at home on Saturday at 12.15 pm. Meanwhile, the U-10s will train in at 11 am in Creggs.
A greatly depleted Buccaneers could not match the intensity and cohesion of Ballynahinch whose 43-24 victory at Dubarry Park moves them level on top of the All-Ireland League Division 1B table. Buccs had nine enforced changes from last week’s win at Malone while Hinch could call on a key spine of Ulster players for this ‘Glasson Country House Hotel & Golf Club’ sponsored fixture. Victory puts Ballynahinch level on points with Old Wesley, the only team to have scored more points than Buccaneers, on top of the league table. But defeat sees the midlanders drop to ninth, level on points with St. Mary’s College who have a fractionally better scoring difference in a Division 1B that remains remarkably tight from top to bottom with just three rounds of fixtures remaining.
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Allianz NFL Division One: Kerry 2-17 Roscommon 0-13
Rossies outclassed by Kingdom sharpshooters The Verdict Seamus Duke It didn’t take a genius to work out that Roscommon would be under severe pressure to win on Sunday last against Kerry in the final round of league games, especially when The Kingdom still had something to play for. Roscommon did what they have done in every home game in this league so far: they gave it everything. But in the end it was just not good enough. With 23 minutes of the first half gone, a defiant home side were three points to the good (0-6 to 0-3) and had worked really hard to get into that position. But Kerry looked very sharp up front from the opening seconds, and once the brilliant Sean O’Shea blasted the ball past Colm Lavin for their opening goal there was only going to be one winner. Kerry were simply too strong up front. The Roscommon defence did well but they just couldn’t contain the likes of O’Shea, the returning David Clifford and Stephen O’Brien, who turned in a mesmerising display and was the ‘man of the match’ on the day. Once the Roscommon defensive dam was breached and Kerry led by three points at half-time, it was always going to be an impossible task against the strong wind in the second half. The Kingdom attack showed to all and sundry the full range of their considerable talents as they pulled away
in that second period to win comfortably. I’m not so sure if this Kerry team are good enough to win an All-Ireland and stop the Dubs with their five-in-a-row bid, but their attack is stronger than Dublin’s. There may be a question mark over their defence, and those questions will be posed and answered later in the year. But it has to be said that some of their forward play was a joy to watch and they have some of the best young attackers that we have seen in the game in many years. But what of Roscommon? There were certainly no complaints on Sunday, as they were well and truly outclassed, which is no disgrace against such an accomplished outfit. But the poor displays against Cavan and Galway in this campaign are much more a cause for concern going forward. The facts are that Roscommon are struggling up front and last Sunday was no different. Conor Cox did well again but he had one of his quieter games of the campaign. Roscommon’s best performer was Cathal Cregg but he tired in the second half and was taken off. It was good to see Diarmuid Murtagh back and he looked sharp in his 25 minutes on the field. Roscommon badly need a fully fit Diarmuid Murtagh for the championship. It was also strange to see that Enda Smith wasn’t started. He didn’t play well against Galway but he adds strength and dash to the Roscommon attack which is so badly needed. On the plus side, Sean Mullooly had some great moments at full-back in
Conor Daly comes away with possession for Roscommon.
his clash with Tommy Walsh. Ronan Daly continues to impress and he kicked two great points. Shane Kil-
loran tried very hard at midfield while up front only Cathal Cregg and Conor Cox made any real impact. Enda Smith was certainly an improvement when he came on at half-time but Roscommon continue to struggle in the scoring department. The table doesn’t lie, and Roscommon will be playing Division Two football in 2020. Most people would rate Roscommon as about number 10 to 12 in the country and that’s about where we are as it stands. It is a pity that Division One status was not retained, and while I am certainly not going to make an issue out of it, the controversial way we threw away a point against Tyrone cost us in the end. Monaghan survived on just four points, the lowest total for a team to
stay up in the history of the Division. Another year in Division One would really bring on Roscommon as a team. But it’s now time to look ahead, and the next big day is May 12th against Leitrim in the Connacht championship. Roscommon players will work hard under Anthony Cunningham and his selectors no doubt and while no one will be taking anything for granted, it should come down to a Connacht semi-final against Mayo in Castlebar on Saturday, May 25th. Whatever progress is being made (or otherwise) will be laid bare that night. The league campaign was a disappointment overall but given the hand that the manager and his selectors were dealt, they have done just about as good as could have been expected.
Teams and Scorers ... Kerry: Shane Ryan; Peter Crowley, Jack Sherwood, Graham O’Sullivan; Gavin Crowley, Paul Murphy, Tom O’Sullivan (0-1); Jack Barry, Diarmuid O’Connor; Dara Moynihan (0-2), Sean O’Shea (1-5, 4 frees), Stephen O’Brien (1-2); Kevin McCarthy, Tommy Walsh, David Clifford (0-5, 3 frees). Subs: Killian Spillane (0-1) for McCarthy (5), James O’Donoghue (0-1) for Walsh, Jason Foley for Sherwood (52), Mark Griffin for Crowley (57), Conor Geaney for D Clifford (66). Roscommon: Colm Lavin; David Murray, Sean Mullooly, Conor Daly; Conor Hussey, Niall Daly, Ronan Daly (0-2); Tadhg O’Rourke, Shane Killoran (0-1); Niall Kilroy (0-1), Cathal Cregg (0-1), Ultan Harney; Donie Smith (0-2 frees), Conor Cox (0-4, 4 frees), Aengus Lyons. Subs: Enda Smith for Lyons (h/t), Diarmuid Murtagh (0-2, 1 free) for D Smith (45), Conor Devaney for Kilroy (47), Hubert D’Arcy for Cregg (57), Gary Patterson for N Daly (67). Cathal Cregg comes under severe pressure during last Sunday’s Allianz NFL Division One game between Roscommon and Kerry at Dr. Hyde Park. Pics: Mick McCormack
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Allianz NFL Division One: Kerry 2-17 Roscommon 0-13 Key Moments Seamus Duke
First half After just 25 seconds Colm Lavin made a brilliant save from David Clifford who was put through by Tommy Walsh. With Roscommon playing with the breeze, the sides shared four points in the opening eleven minutes with Niall Kilroy and Conor Cox (free) on target for the home side and David Clifford and Tom O’Sullivan for the visitors. Roscommon hit a purple patch and by the 23rd minute they led by 0-6 to 0-3, with points from Cathal Cregg, Donie Smith (free), Ronan Daly and Shane Killoran. Kerry’s only reply coming from the boot of Clifford. Kerry looked dangerous every time they attacked and well-taken points from Sean O’Shea and Stephen O’Brien narrowed the gap to one by the 25th minute. In the 28th minute Kerry struck for a brilliant team goal. Stephen O’Brien and Tommy Walsh were involved, and Sean O’Shea blasted the ball to the roof of the Roscommon net. The visitors were in front and never looked back after that. O’Shea converted a free three minutes later before another blow for Roscommon when Tadgh O’Rourke was shown a black card and shortly after that Clifford pointed another free. Conor Cox and Donie Smith were on target with Roscommon frees and there was still time for the point of the game in the third minute of injurytime when Dara Moynihan was on target from out on the Athlone Road sideline. Half-time score: Kerry 1-8 Roscommon 0-8
Second half Kerry blitzed Roscommon at the start of the second half and by the 46th minute they were nine points ahead. Points from Sean O’Shea (2, 1 free) and David Clifford saw The Kingdom stretch their lead. Kerry struck for the goal that finished the game as a contest in the 11th minute of the half. Tommy Walsh was involved once again as Stephen O’Brien bundled the ball past Colm Lavin to make it 2-11 to 0-8. Game, set and match to Kerry. Roscommon fans will have been delighted to see Diarmuid Murtagh back on the field and he kicked a mighty point from play within a minute of his introduction. Two Conor Cox points from frees narrowed the gap to six by the 53rd minute but Kerry were in almost total control at this stage. Clifford, O’Shea and sub James O’Donoghue all pointed to restore Kerry’s nine point advantage by the 60th minute and it was a matter of playing out time for both sides after that. Roscommon did kick a couple of nice points before the finish from Diarmuid Murtagh and Ronan Daly but they were of consolation value only. Kerry are in the league final while Roscommon are relegated. Full-time score: Kerry 2-17 Roscommon 0-13
Action from last Sunday’s Allianz NFL Division One match between Roscommon and Kerry at Dr. Hyde Park.
TIME ADDED ON… Cunningham: ‘We’ll learn our lessons’ SEAMUS DUKE
Speaking at the full-time whistle last Sunday Roscommon manager, Anthony Cunningham, said his players would learn from a tough year in Division One as they prepare for the Connacht championship. “We are very disappointed for the lads on the team and for the supporters too who have given us great backing throughout this campaign. But we have to look forward now to the championship and take the learning points from the league. We let in a couple of soft goals today from turnovers and that’s more disappointing than if we conceded from good play. We have shown some aspects of good defending throughout the league but we will have to get better at it,” he said. Cunningham refused to lay the blame for relegation on the controversial defeat to Tyrone earlier in
the campaign. “The point we lost here in the Hyde (against Tyrone) in controversial circumstances put us down but that’s no excuse for us. We should have done better in the campaign and even last week against Galway and against Cavan wasn’t good enough. Today we were in control and then we coughed up a soft goal which was crucial. “But that’s why we wanted to be in Division One. You learn playing against the top teams and we have learned a lot and we have a lot more to learn too. “We have played some good football too and we can bring that into the championship, but we have to keep working hard. In Division One you are playing the top teams and you have to be on top of your game all the time. You might get away with it in the lower divisions but not in this company. “We have a lot of positive stuff to work on. The
lads are going back to their clubs now and there are four rounds of league games and that’s only right they should play those games but we have to keep an eye in the Leitrim game on the 12th of May. That’s our biggest focus now Leitrim are a team that are on the crest of a wave at the moment so that will be no easy game,” he said. The Roscommon manager was satisfied however, that despite relegation, his side had shown signs of improvement. “With regard to players we need all the options that we can get all over the field. We just need more consistency in our performances. We have proven that we can be a match for the best teams around but we must be able to do it for 70 minutes. We need to be more clever in our play and not to be coughing easy scores, but we are certain that our lads have improved hugely during the campaign”.
Stat Attack
Elsewhere in Division One…
Wides: Kerry 3 (1 first half) Roscommon 7 (4 first half)
Black cards: Kerry 0 Roscommon 1 (Tadgh O’Rourke 32)
Mayo 3-15 Monaghan 1-18 Mayo had just three points to spare against a plucky Monaghan in MacHale Park and two goals from Kevin McLoughlin helped them into the league final. Monaghan survive on four points, the lowest points total ever to earn survival in Division One.
Yellow cards: Kerry 4 (Jack Barry, Jack Sherwood, David Clifford, Sean O’Shea) Roscommon 3 (Niall Daly, Cathal Cregg, Conor Devaney)
Tyrone 3-15 Galway 1-14 Galway led this match by eight points at one stage but Tyrone came with a huge second half performance to overwhelm the Tribesmen. Nine points out of ten for Mickey Harte’s men in their last five games is a fantastic return.
Red cards: None
Man of the Match: Stephen O’Brien (Kerry) Attendance 4,500
Aengus Lyons gets out in front of his marker during last Sunday’s Allianz NFL Division One match between Roscommon and Kerry at Dr. Hyde Park.
Dublin 1-16 Cavan 1-10 Nine points from Dean Rock as the Dubs signed off with a win to consign Cavan to relegation alongside Roscommon.
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MAGNIFICENT Roscommon CBS storm into All-Ireland Final ALL-IRELAND SCHOOLS SENIOR ‘B’ FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL (PADDY DRUMMOND CUP)
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ROSCOMMON CBS ST. PATRICK’S GS, DOWNPATRICK DAIRE WALSH IN BELFIELD, DUBLIN
Roscommon CBS produced a magnificent performance at UCD last night (Wednesday) to book their spot in the All-Ireland Schools Senior ‘B’ Football Championship decider. After a slow start to the contest, Jack McGahon fired to the net on eight minutes to settle the Connacht champions. They proceeded to dominate the remainder of the action and will now face Leinster kingpins Ashbourne Community College in the forthcoming Paddy Drummond Cup showpiece. Both teams appeared to be evenly-matched on paper, but it was St. Patrick’s Grammar
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School of Downpatrick who opened the scoring through Ruairi O’Hare’s second-minute free. Eager to stamp his authority on the play, the dependable Mourne midfield added a brace of points in quick succession to create some early daylight between the teams. Given the significance of the game, it was understandable that CBS experienced some early nerves at the south Dublin venue. However, they subsequently announced their arrival in this penultimate round encounter with a devastating counter-attack into the Pat’s half. Following a lung-bursting break from Tim Lambe, McGahon was released on the left-
Roscommon CBS fans pictured at the final whistle.
hand side. Although his initial flicked effort was turned away by Downpatrick netminder Eoin Maginn, he made no mistake off a rebounded strike. As a result, the confidence levels of CBS started to soar. The raiding Jack Lohan superbly split the posts on the run, while centre-forward Ciaran Lawless added a two-point salvo to give the Rossies some much-needed momentum. With Pat’s becoming increasingly wasteful in possession – they registered five wides in the opening period – CBS
looked to take full advantage. Keith Doyle and Liam Ormsby (free) contributed points in the 23rd and 25th minutes respectively, before Tim Prenter reduced the Pat’s deficit in time for the interval (1-5 to 0-4). The northerners still had plenty to play for and it took an outstanding Colin Walsh block to deny inside forward Ruairi Quinn on the resumption. Nevertheless, it was CBS who continued to possess the clinical edge in attack. Richard Walsh fired over at a tight-angle in the 33rd-minute – in advance of additional points courtesy of James Fitzpatrick and the increasingly-influential Lawless. In spite of their superiority, Pat’s received a potential lifeline inside the final-quarter. O’Hare was switched to full-
forward midway through the half and this decision paid rich dividends for the Pat’s management. He gathered possession inside the CBS cover and unleashed an unstoppable shot beyond the reach of Gustavo Rodrigues. There was no reason for Roscommon to panic just yet, though, and determined substitute Charlie Carthy found the target with just nine minutes remaining on the clock. His second point off the bench was preceded by a similar score from wing-back Cian Murray and Lawless effectively sealed their place in the final with his fourth of the evening. Pat’s responded through a late O’Hare brace, but it was never going to be enough to spoil the Roscommon CBS party.
Teams and Scorers Roscommon CBS: Ciaran Lawless 0-4 (4f), Jack McGahon 1-0, Charlie Carthy 0-2, Liam Ormsby (f), Jack Lohan, Cian Murray, Keith Doyle, Richard Walsh, James Fitzpatrick 0-1 each. St. Patrick’s GS, Downpatrick: Ruairi O’Hare 1-5 (0-5f), Tim Prenter 0-1. Roscommon CBS: Gustavo Rodrigues; Jack Lohan, Colin Walsh, John Martin, Cian Glennon, James Browne, Cian Murray; Albert Looby, Keith Doyle; Richard Walsh, Ciaran Lawless, Tim Lambe; Liam Ormsby, James Fitzpatrick, James McGahon. Subs: Charlie Carthy for Ormsby (44), Orin Walsh for Lambe (62). St. Patrick’s GS, Downpatrick: Eoin Maginn; Tony Carson, Eoin Rooney, Jack Harbinson; Niall Laverty, Ronan Murphy, Peter McMullan; Tom Smyth, Ruairi O’Hare; Ciaran Watson, Brandon Boyd, Oran Cunningham; Ronan Conor, Ruairi Quinn, Tim Prenter. Subs: Conor Murray for Cunningham (41), Dermot Donaldson for Quinn (46), Tom Savage for Watson (56). Referee: Seamus Mulhare (Louth).
Scorers Roscommon CBS: Ciaran Lawless 0-4 (4f), Jack McGahon 1-0, Charlie Carthy 0-2, Liam Ormsby (f), Jack Lohan, Cian Murray, Keith Doyle, Richard Walsh, James Fitzpatrick 0-1 each. Ray Mullen, R M Tool and Plant Hire, presents Roscommon CBS senior captain Ciarán Lawless with a set of tops ahead of their recent Connacht final success against Summerhill College. The CBS management and players would like to express their sincere gratitude to Ray for his generous sponsorship.
St Patrick’s GS, Downpatrick: Ruairi O’Hare 1-5 (0-5f), Tim Prenter 0-1.
GAA Fixtures SATURDAY, MARCH 30TH AFL Division Two (O’Gara Cup) At Johnstown: Clann na nGael -v- Tulsk Lord Edwards. 5 pm AFL Division Three (Tansey Cup) (5 pm unless stated) At Kiltoom: St. Dominic’s -vPádraig Pearses At Orchard Park: Elphin -vShannon Gaels At Davonna Park: Ballinameen -v- St. Barry’s At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s -vKilglass Gaels. 7.30 pm SUNDAY, MARCH 31ST AFL Division One (O’Rourke Cup) (2 pm) At Mulhern Park: Fuerty -vPádraig Pearses At Enfield: St. Croan’s -vWestern Gaels At Abbey Park: Boyle -v- St. Brigid’s At Ballinlough: Michael Glavey’s -v- Clann na nGael At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels -v- St. Faithleach’s AFL Division Two (O’Gara Cup) (2 pm) At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg -v- Kilmore At Orchard Park: Elphin v Oran At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s -v- St. Aidan’s At Strokestown: Strokestown -v- Kilbride
Underage update SATURDAY, MARCH 30TH MFL Division One (6.30 pm) At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s -v- Oran/St. Croan’s At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s -v- St. Brigid’s MFL Division Two (4.30 pm) At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses -v- Roscommon Gaels At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards -vKilglass Gaels-St. Barry’s At Abbey Park: Boyle -v- St. Aidan’s MFL Division Three (4.30 pm) At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s -v- St. Michael’s At Kilbride: Kilbride -v- St. Ciaran’s At Ballinlough: Éire Óg-Michael Glavey’s -v- St. Brigid’s At Kilmore: Kilmore-Shannon Gaels-St. Ronan’s -v- Western Gaels SUNDAY, MARCH 31ST U-14 Football League Division One (11 am unless stated) At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s -v- Roscommon Gaels At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s -vWestern Gaels At Johnstown: Clann na nGael -v- Boyle. 11.45 am U-14 Football League Division Two (11 am) At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses -v- Kilbride At Kilglass: Kilglass Gaels-St. Barry’s -v- St. Aidan’s At Croghan: Kilmore-Shannon Gaels-St. Ronan’s -v- Castlerea St. Kevin’s U-14 Football League Division Three (11 am) At Enfield: St. Croan’s -v- St. Ciaran’s At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s -v- Oran At Strokestown: Strokestown -vTulsk Lord Edwards U-14 Football League Division Four (11 am) At Western Gaels: Western Gaels -v- Clann na nGael At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s -v- Pádraig Pearses U-16 Football League Division One At Kilmore: Kilmore-Shannon Gaels-St. Ronan’s -v- Pádraig Pearses. 1 pm
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GA A PEOPLE Your weekend starts here!
County championships groups announced Champions Clann in ‘group of death’! SEAMUS DUKE
The focus turns to club football in Roscommon this weekend with senior league action across the three divisions. Meanwhile, defending champions Clann na nGael will have to negotiate a group containing neighbours Padraig Pearses, Western Gaels and Boyle in the new-look Roscommon Senior Football Championship format, the draw for which was made on Monday night. 2017 champions St. Brigid’s have been drawn with Elphin, St. Croan’s and Intermediate championships Fuerty. Strokestown were the other team who were seeded and they will have to face St. Faithleach’s, Roscommon Gaels (they lost out on the seeding process) and Michael Glavey’s. Preparations will begin in earnest this weekend when the opening round of games are played in the senior football league (O’Rourke Cup). In the Mulryan Construction Intermediate Football Championship, beaten
finalists from 2018 Oran have been drawn in a very tough group along with St. Dominic’s, Kilmore and St. Aidan’s. The junior champions Kilglass have a tough campaign in prospect as they take on Kilbride, Tulsk and Creggs. Meanwhile, Castlerea St. Kevin’s will be hoping for a quick return to the senior ranks and they will face Shannon Gaels, St. Barry’s and Éire Óg in the group stages. In the King and Moffatt Junior ‘A’ Championship St. Michael’s, St. Joseph’s, St. Ronan’s and Ballinameen are the four clubs with first teams in this competition and they will be joined by a number of ‘second string’ teams from the bigger clubs. This is a new format this year after a number of years when there was a ‘two groups of six’ format . The action will start after Roscommon have been knocked out of the All-Ireland SFC later in the summer and the reduced number of games will ensure that the championships are run off mainly in the months of August and September.
Hodson Bay Hotel Roscomon Senior draw Group A: St. Brigid’s, Elphin, St. Croan’s, Fuerty Group B: Strokestown, St. Faithleachs, Roscommon Gaels, Michael Glavey’s Group C: Clann na nGael, Pádraig Pearses, Western Gaels, Boyle Mulryan Construction Intermediate draw: Group A: Tulsk Lord Edward’s, Kilbride, Creggs, Kilglass Gaels Group B: Castlerea St. Kevin’s, Shannon Gaels, St. Barry’s, Éire Óg Group C: Oran, St. Dominic’s, Kilmore, St. Aidan’s King and Moffat Building Services Junior ‘A’ draw Group A: St. Brigids B, Elphin B, Pádraig Pearses B, Castlerea St. Kevin’s B, Roscommon Gaels B Group B: Ballinameen, St. Joseph’s, St. Faithleachs B, St. Dominics B Group C: Clann na nGael B, St. Ronan’s, St. Michael’s, Western Gaels B
THE ROVING ROSSIE We’ve got that sinking feeling… Kerry the cute hoors! How were our lads supposed to commit to man marking jobs when they couldn’t recognise the Kerry players from those named in the matchday programme? They even snuck their new footballing Messiah David Clifford on wearing a different number! In truth, it was The Kingdom’s slick attacking play that meant our prayers went unanswered last Sunday. Clifford and Co. look like they have the potential to go all the way too. They’re a classy group and it was nice to see the main man posing for photographs afterwards…at least we think it was him! Last Sunday aside, it’s been a disappointing campaign and we will now play our league football in Division Two next year. It’s no real surprise of course. The Roscommon team this year has seen
nearly as many changes as Kerry’s did in last Sunday’s entertaining programme. It was always going to be difficult to avoid the drop…though we could have done without the late controversy against Tyrone and being comfortably beaten by Cavan. But we move on to the Connacht championship and a quarter-final against our noisy neighbours Leitrim, who have gone really well in this year’s league. If it’s any consolation, the last time we were relegated from Division One we went on to win the championship! This year we’ll just have to do it the hard way! In the meantime, maybe it would be worth scouting around for another Kerry born forward or two and if only there was some way of using peer pressure to lure Ciaráin Murtagh back…
GAA in brief Camogie defeats It was a disappointing weekend for Roscommon Camogie as the minor team were defeated by 4-6 to 4-2 in the ‘B’ championship by Kildare and the junior side went down by 0-12 to 1-8 to Limerick in the Littlewoods Ireland National League Division Three.
Senior football league returns
Castlerea girls are Connacht champions! Congratulations to Castlerea Community School’s Senior Girls team who won the Lidl Post-Primary Schools Senior ‘D’ Connacht Final on Tuesday. The Castlerea side beat St. Cuan’s College, Castleblakeney 5-8 to 3-11 in an exciting final.
The adult football leagues begin for another year this weekend with several interesting fixtures down for decision. In Division One (O’Rourke Cup) on Sunday, promoted Fuerty face Pádraig Pearses at Mulhern Park, St. Brigid’s make the long trip to Boyle, St. Croan’s and Western Gaels clash at Enfield, champions Clann na nGael make the long trip to Ballinlough to take on Michael Glavey’s and Roscommon Gaels open their campaign at home against St. Faithleach’s. There is also a full round of games in Division 2 (O’Gara Cup) on Sunday with one game (Clann na nGael v Tulsk) on Saturday, and there are also a number of Division Three (Tansey Cup) games on Saturday evening. See GAA fixture list for details.
A new Roscommon Ladies football jersey, sponsored by Ballymore was unveiled a couple of weeks ago. Pictured after Sunday’s game at Dr. Hyde Park were Michael Finneran, manager, Roscommon Ladies, Sandra Shanagher, Treasurer, Roscommon LGFA, Sean Mulryan, Chairman and Group Chief Executive of Ballymore, Michael McHugh, Roscommon LGFA, Sinéad Kenny, Roscommon Ladies captain, Laura Fleming, Roscommon Ladies vice-captain, Brendan Cregg Chairperson, Roscommon LGFA and Marie McAleer, Roscommon LGFA. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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