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ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENT DO’S AND DON’T’S If I am involved in a road traffic accident with another motorist what should I do or not do. Please advise. Do 1. Ensure that you and the other people involved in the accident are not injured. If anyone is injured call an ambulance. Be courteous and polite to others involved in the accident regardless of who is at fault. 2. Call the Gardai. Depending on the seriousness of the accident they may or may not attend the scene. 3. If it is a serious accident do not move your vehicle and ask the other motorist involved in the accident not to move their vehicle either until the Gardai arrive. If it is a minor accident and if it is not possible to leave the vehicles in the crash position due to the fact that the crashed vehicles are obstructing the road and holding up traffic then simply move the vehicles to the left of the road in a safe position. Try to take good photographs of the accident scene noting the position of and damage done to the crashed vehicles. 4. Take details of all vehicles involved in the accident to include: insurance details; vehicle registration numbers; names, addresses and phone numbers for all drivers. 5. Take names, addresses and phone numbers of independent witnesses who witnessed the accident. 6. Take note of the name and station of the Garda who attends the accident scene. DON’T 1. Don’t admit liability at the scene of the accident. It is a condition of many insurance policies not to admit liability following an accident. If you are obviously at fault it is simply best to exchange insurance details and tell the other party that you will report the matter to your insurance company. 2. Don’t leave the scene of the accident until particulars have been exchanged. 3. If the other motorist tells you that he is going to move his vehicle and return to the scene, don’t believe him. Make sure that all details are exchanged before anyone leaves the scene. This column is prepared by Dolores Gacquin, Solicitor. Byrne Carolan Cunningham have offices in Athlone, Moate, Lanesborough and Galway. A person should always contact their solicitor to obtain legal advice specific to their own situation. The above column contains general information and cannot be relied upon as legal advice. * In contentious business, a solicitor may not calculate fees or other charges as a percentage or proportion of any award or settlement
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e l p o e WATCHING P With PAUL HEALY
What a week! Drama…in court! You were in court? You never told me! Tax? Insurance? Possession of an offensive personality? Crimes against humanity, with those jokes of yours…? All very funny! Centre Court! I mean drama in Centre Court! The tennis! I loved it! Was glued to it! What veterans! What Chieftains! What matadors! Federer and Djokovic…a classic! Well, I didn’t see the tennis, and I can’t imagine it really was the number one highlight of your weekend… Really? Well, we did lose the big Super 8s game, I mean, Tyrone did us in again… Not the GAA…we mentioned another sport here a couple of weeks ago, we were both a little dismissive of it. We did that traditional Irish thing with the cricket, we were a bit sarcastic about it… Ah well, Irish people have never really ‘got’ the cricket… But that’s generalising! You can’t just say the Irish don’t get cricket! Our national team has come on in leaps and bounds… the truth is a lot of Irish people HAD a problem with cricket because they didn’t understand it. But now it’s popular here, so you and I shouldn’t have been sarcastic about it! Cricket is fascinating, it involves skill, it’s popular in Ireland! It’s still boring… Stop it! When rain stops play I literally cheer at the telly.
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Oh stop it! You’re guilty of lazy generalising…cricket has its appeal, like any sport. I mean look at what happened at the weekend. England won the World Cup! Beat Australia in the semi, beat New Zealand in the final…they’re World Cricket champions! Think I saw something about it. Yeah, fair play. But I didn’t pass much heed. Did they lose the run of themselves? Have they milked it beyond belief?
Don’t tell me they’ve brought out a song…‘Cricket’s coming home’! You’re being sarcastic again… Yeah, well I don’t get cricket! Anyways, what about the Rossies…glass half full or glass half empty? Well my glass has been empty for five minutes, not unusual when it’s your round… Oh sorry, I’ll order two! So, da Rossies? Oh I think we did really well. Tyrone beat us by 18 last year, we got it down to four! And we missed the best goal chances! We really put it up to them for most of the match, but we just fell short. Gave away some soft frees… Careful…you’re sounding just like Joe Brolly. Sorry! But I agree with your analysis. Roscommon are doing us proud, going the right way, getting closer to the very top teams. Roll on Croke Park and the Dubs! Yes, roll on Croke Park and the Dubs! And cheers to Eoin Morgan! Eoin Morgan? Who’s he? Eoin Morgan! The Irishman! The Irishman who won the World Cup! Eoin Morgan, the Irishman, he captained England to win the Cricket World Cup! An Irishman was captain of England in the cricket…? Yep! Howzat! Oh that changes everything! Love the cricket, you gotta love the ould cricket! Did I tell you how much I love the cricket?! Cheers!
PIC OF THE WEEK… Roscommon golfer Simon Walker en route to winning the Leinster Boys’ Amateur Championship at Waterford Golf Club last Thursday evening.
What we liked… We’d have much preferred if they had won, but Roscommon senior footballers confirmed that they are progressing significantly and moving closer to the top teams in the country with a very competitive showing against Tyrone in Saturday’s Super 8s’ opener.
What we didn’t like… There was bad news for the Ballyleague/ Lanesboro community – and surrounding areas – with permanent and seasonal lay-offs. After the initial outcry, Board na Mona appeared to row back on its decision to lay off permanent staff at Lanesboro Power Station, but confusion remains. We have the latest on this story in today’s issue.
The ‘Award for best award for a Rossie’ Award Congratulations to Boyle actor Chris O’Dowd, who has been nominated for an acting Emmy for his role in the US series ‘State of the Union’. We loved Chris’s reaction, via Twitter: “Congratulations to all the 2019 Emmy nominees. Especially me, I’m particularly pleased for me.#StateOfTheUnion.”
‘Tweet of the Week’ Award Back in the days when I briefly dab-
Our Alternative Awards bled (badly) with the golf clubs, I played Enniscrone. I was interested then to read the review this week of a more distinguished dabbler, Sir Nick Faldo:
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Could this rapid response save 30 lives a year in Roscommon? Thanks to great voluntary work and fundraising support, there are a lot of defibrillators in County Roscommon. That’s good. But do we know where they are? Do we know if they are working? Do we know who has the skills to use them? Are we aware and availing of the latest technological aids? The above questions, most will agree, give pause for thought. That’s why an initiative by a voluntary group –Roscommon Rapid Response – is extremely welcome. Roscommon Rapid Response says that the current survival rate for a person who suffers cardiac arrest is just 3-5%. They claim they can dramatically increase these survival rates to 25%. Roscommon Rapid Response, supported by grant aid from
Roscommon Integrated Development Company (through the LEADER Programme), has a three-part strategy, the Roscommon People can reveal. Firstly, the group will host information meetings (see below) aimed at clarifying what’s out there – and recruiting volunteers. Secondly, the group will conduct a survey of existing defibrillators in Co. Roscommon, essentially an information gathering exercise. Thirdly, the introduction of a website/App which will provide a 112/999 caller with the nearest defibrillator to incident location and also notify nearest trained responders so they can attempt to provide life-saving interventions. Roscommon Rapid Response says that the project will provide life-saving interventions to a
be held as follows (all at 9 pm): Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon on Monday, July 22nd; Enterprise Hub, The Demesne, Castlerea on Tuesday, July 23rd; Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe on Wednesday, July 24th; Athlone Springs Hotel on Thursday, July 25th; St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle on Wednesday, July 31st and Durkin’s Hotel, Ballaghaderreen on Thursday, August 1st. * If you or your organisation are providing defibrillators, Roscommon Rapid Response would appreciate if you could register and provide details on database link: http://townapps. ie/roscommon-defib-survey/ or access through Town Apps Website. You can contact Roscommon Rapid Response on roscommonrr@gmail.com/0873197610.
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person suffering a cardiac arrest: e.g. CPR, administered within 3-5 minutes, and defibrillator, administered within 7 minutes. Partnering with local communities is key. The public information meetings will outline how the project will operate and will recruit volunteers in each electoral area to manage the community survey of defibrillators and register of trained CPR responders. This sounds like a terrific project to me, an opportunity to at last approach the defibrillators’ issue on a community-wide coordinated basis. Roscommon Rapid Response says that if it achieves its goal, it will mean saving the lives of an additional 30 Roscommon residents each year. The information meetings will
Senator Frank Feighan pictured at Roscommon Arts Centre recently.
Yes, a week – or so – is indeed a long time in politics! Earlier this month, the affable former TD Gerry Reynolds surprised us all by withdrawing as a Fine Gael candidate for the next General Election in Sligo/Leitrim. He had been selected at convention this time last year (along with Cllr. Sinead Maguire). Fine Gael were suddenly in emergency mode, seeking a replacement candidate. And guess who has emerged? One Frank Feighan! Some background: Bruised by the Roscommon A&E controversy, Frank Feighan decided not to contest the 2016 General Election (in Roscommon/Galway). Instead, he turned his sights to Sligo/Leitrim. At that 2018 convention, Feighan withdrew his name, and Gerry Reynolds and Sinead Maguire were selected. Feighan’s request to be added as a third candidate went nowhere. Fast-forward a year to Gerry Reynolds’ surprise recent decision to withdraw. Fine Gael moved quickly. The line-up of wannabees dispensed with thoughts of beach holidays and made themselves available. The wannabees included former junior minister John Perry, who had a high profile falling out with party chiefs. The calls duly came. Fine Gael would hold interviews. They were conducted by party top brass in Carrick-on-Shannon last Monday. On Tuesday, Senator Feighan told the Roscommon People that the interviews had been “robust”. On Wednesday came the white smoke. Feighan has been added to the Fine Gael Sligo/Leitrim party ticket. On Wednesday he said: “I am delighted and honoured that Fine Gael has placed its trust in me by adding me to the ticket alongside Cllr. Sinead Maguire, who is an excellent candidate. “I believe I have the experience and track record to win a seat for the party and thankfully I have been successful at every election I have contested to date. “With a strong support base in North Roscommon and South Leitrim, I believe I am well placed to secure a seat for Fine Gael at the next election”.
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Diploma in Foundation Studies – Access Programmes The Access Programme is a free course ran over one academic year, which aims to provide School Leavers (under 22) and Mature Students (over 23) with the opportunity to prepare, personally and academically, for an undergraduate course of full-time study at NUI Galway, St. Angela’s College, Sligo or Athlone Institute of Technology. The course is designed for people who may not have the conventional educational requirements and who come from socio-economic backgrounds that are under-represented at third level. The course provides humanities, business, science and engineering modules, as well as academic support modules. Places are still available for School Leavers (under 22) at NUI Galway and St. Angela’s College Sligo. Places are available for School Leavers and Mature Students in our Ballinasloe Outreach Centre. Closing Date for on-line Applications is the 30th August. Apply on-line at: www.nuigalway.ie/access Contact: Access Office, NUI Galway. Tel: (091) 493553 Email: access@nuigalway.ie
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Garda Mary Browne.
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The course runs two nights per week Tuesdays and Thursdays (7pm to 10pm) and some Saturdays 10am to 5pm. The course includes accountancy, business skills, economics, mathematics, academic technology, college and career preparation, study skills and academic writing.
Last week we were reminded of the unique place in history enjoyed by a Castlerea woman who was the very first ban garda in Ireland. Last week was the 60th anniversary of that historic milestone. In 1959, Mary Browne was the first of 12 female graduates who made history when they became ban gardai. Mary was daughter of John and Katie Browne of Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. Not only did Mary make history that day, she also went on to become a Garda Sergeant. She served in Pearse Street and Store Street garda stations before retiring after just four years – because in those days when a woman got married it was compulsory for her to retire from work. Mary featured prominently in media reports at the time (1959) and attended 50th anniversary celebrations at Garda HQ in Phoenix Park in 2009. Mary married Noel Gilmartin, also a
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Garda. Noel passed away in 1990 and Mary died in 2011. The couple’s son, Michael, lives in Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan. On Wednesday of this week, Sean Browne, the well-known videographer in Castlerea, said that he and his brothers – PJ (Boyle), Gerard (Dublin) and Damien (London) are very proud of their late sister’s achievements. Last week, at an event marking the 60th anniversary, Garda Commissioner Drew Harris said: “Sixty years ago these pioneers of policing in Ireland took the brave and honourable step of becoming a Garda and, in doing so, not only helped protect the communities they served, but also inspired many other women to follow in their footsteps. “We have come a long way since the first 12 women joined An Garda Síochána in July 1959. Female representation within the ranks of An Garda Síochána is strong”.
If in full time employment the cost of the course is €380. There is a discount for persons on Social Welfare schemes amounting to €60 with Social Welfare evidence. This course is also ran in GMIT Castlebar campus Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. See application details below.
This intensive joint part-time course with GMIT is for Mature Applicants aged 22 or over commencing on Saturday 7th of September for 26 weeks. The aim of the course is to prepare students for direct entry to undergraduate degree programmes at NUI Galway or Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, in the Colleges of Science, Engineering & Informatics and Health Sciences. The course runs two nights per week Tuesdays and Thursdays (7pm to 10pm) and some Saturdays (10am to 5pm). The course includes biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, academic technology, college and career preparation, study skills and academic writing. If in full time employment the cost of the course is €380. There is a discount for persons on Social Welfare schemes amounting to €60 with Social Welfare evidence. Closing Date for on-line Applications is the 30th of August Apply on-line at: www.nuigalway.ie/access Contact: Access Office, NUI Galway. Tel: (091) 493553 Email: access@nuigalway.ie
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PUBLIC NOTICES
Roads & Transportation Department Notices TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council has decided to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed:
R370 in the townland of Knockglass from its junction with the L1216/L1023 in Ballinameen Village and its junction with the L5663.
Period of Closure:
Friday, 26th July 2019 to Tuesday, 30th July 2019.
Alternative Routes:
Via R361 and N61, and Vice Versa.
Reason for Closure:
To facilitate the overlay of the R370.
Roscommon CCC (County Childcare Committee) are pleased to announce that the Childminding Development Grant 2019 is now open. A €1,000 grant is available for people providing a home-based childminding service. If you are childminding or are intending to open a childminding service in your own home, you can avail of the grant scheme. The childminding development grant is designated to purchase toys, educational materials and equipment or make some minor household adaptations to assist you in developing a quality home-based
childminding service.To be eligible to apply for the grant, you should have the following minimum numbers of children in your service: three children on a part-time basis, or, one child on a full-time basis and one child on a part-time basis. Completion of adequate training: Quality Awareness Programme and Introduction to Always Children First: Tulsa’s eLearning programme (https://www.tusla.ie/childrenfirst/children-first-e-learningprogramme/), or, equivalent childminding course or quality related training. It is also required you oper-
ate as a childminder for a minimum of two years following receipt of the grant. With regards to the application process, you may apply for a 90% grant up to €1,000 for small capital items. To get the maximum of €1,000 you need to spend €1,111 or more. For more information and to receive a copy of the application form please email info@roscommonchildcare. ie or call 094-9622540. The closing date for the Childminding Development Grant Application 2019 is Wednesday, the 14th of August, 2019.
TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council has decided to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed:
R369 in the townland of Raheen from its junction with the L6023 and its junction with the L1432/L1218.
Period of Closure:
Wednesday, 31st July 2019 to Friday, 2nd August 2019.
Alternative Routes:
Via N5 and N61, and Vice Versa.
Reason for Closure:
To facilitate the overlay of the R369.
TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council intends to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be Closed:
N5 at its Junction with the R368 in Strokestown to its Junction with the N61 at Tulsk
Period of Closure:
Monday 12th August to Friday 16th August, 2019 Inclusive
Alternative Routes:
N5 Westbound traffic: Take R368 in Strokestown to Fourmilehouse, take N61 from Fourmilehouse to Tulsk, arrive at N5 Tulsk & continue westbound. N5 Eastbound traffic will travel the reverse route.
Reason for Closure:
To facilitate Road Works/ Resurfacing on the N5 at Tulsk Village.
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 Friday 26th July 2019. Shane Tiernan Director of Services
Pictured supporting Roscommon against Tyrone in the Super 8s at Dr. Hyde Park. Picture: Michael McCormack
New Childcare Traineeship at Roscommon Town Youthreach/FET Centre See page 43 An exciting new Traineeship in Early Childhood Care & Education has been announced under GRETB at Roscommon Town Youthreach/FET Centre, Lisnamult. Traineeships are open to all potential participants, of all ages, and are free of charge. Trainees may include school leavers, older learners, those in employment and those who are unemployed. People who are unemployed and wish, following engagement with their Intreo Case Officer, to access a traineeship to upskill for employment may be eligible for a training allowance or income support. Groups eligible for income support include those in receipt of Job Seekers Allowance, a One Parent Family Payment, a Jobseekers Transitional Payment or Disability Allowance. A career in childcare is highly rewarding and requires detailed knowledge, competencies and skills. This course
will equip the learner with the necessary training and work experience, leading to a Major Award in Childcare at QQI Level 5. The course will run from September 2019 to June 2020. Those interested can apply through www.fetchcourses. ie or contact Youthreach Roscommon on 090-6630497. Why choose a Traineeship?
* Improve employment opportunities * Gain practical on the job training * Possible entitlement to a training allowance for participants * Gain an internationally recognised qualification * Enhance personal skills and confidence * Opportunities for progress to Further Education Delivered by highly experienced and dedicated staff with small class numbers, this traineeship is an excellent opportunity for upskilling and training in a sector with strong demand for qualified people at present.
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Mountbellew Vintage Show
Sunday July 28th, 2019 Cars, Tractors, Oil Engines, Steam Engines Display of IM & ZM Registrations • Collection of Steyr Tractors
Exhibits must be 30 years or over • Timber Cutting Demonstration • Trade Stands & Craft Fair All Exhibits must be in by 12.30pm
Music by: Brendan Shine (with Emily Shine)
Fitzmaurice calls for ‘rural revival’ A protest in Dublin which was organised by the Beef Plan movement needs to be the beginning of a “rural revival” Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice says. The TD said that it’s time to fight back against bureaucrats and “so-called experts”. Fitzmaurice said: “It is now time for people to come together and present a united front. It was heartening to see the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association (ICSA) and the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers’ Association (ICMSA) supporting the Beef Plan protest. We need everyone singing from the one hymnsheet if we are to overcome the many challenges currently facing us, particularly: Brexit; Mercosur; the climate agenda that is being pushed by bureaucrats; and Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) reform”. The Independent TD said it was regrettable that no Government representative felt the need to come out to talk to the people of rural Ireland who gathered outside the gates of Leinster House. “It just shows the contempt that this Government has for the farming sector”. On the Mercosur deal, the Independent TD said: “To think that the EU and the Irish Government would support the area the size of a football field being cut down every minute in the rainforest is
Big Vintage Rally Weekend in Mountbellew The mammoth Mountbellew Annual Vintage Rally will take place again this year at the Mountbellew Regional Co-Op Mart grounds on Sunday, July 28th, 2019. Because of the huge attendances at this rally over the past few years, the organising committee have – thanks to the generosity of a number of local land owners – increased the parking facilities which will mean that every vehicle will find free parking space within a short distance of the massive vintage rally grounds. Speaking at a press reception last week to announce details of the myriad of activities that will be on show, the new chairperson of the vintage rally committee, Mickey Joe Cunningham, said that he was pleased to announce that a team from Northern Ireland would compete in a special lawnmower race not yet seen in any vintage rally in the West of Ireland. “We will also have on display our biggest restoration project when the famous old County Council steamroller that was displayed on the grounds of the County Council for years will be on show. Between our own resources and grant aid, we have already invested over €130,000 on the project, and when completed, it’s likely to be the biggest single restoration project ever carried out by a voluntary vintage group,” said Mr. Cunningham. There will be a special Steyr tractor display which will bring back many happy childhood memories of the little green tractor with its very distinctive sound. These tractors were imported from Austria by the
late John Curley from Kiltomer, Ballinasloe and were a familiar sight on the small farms of the West of Ireland in the 1950s. Mr. Fergal Mannion, Secretary of the vintage committee, said that the special working harvest field will be available again this year when every conceivable piece of old harvesting machinery going back over a hundred years will be on display and many will cut corn on the day. Mr. James Coffey of Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon and his mighty pair of horses will mow grass – a farm activity not seen for over sixty years and which will undoubtedly amuse many young people who never saw or heard of such a farming practice. There will be a huge number of stalls selling everything from ice cream to chainsaws, and there will be many novelty events that will appeal to the young and the not so young alike. President, and a former founder member of the vintage rally, Jonathan Regan, said that the rally’s motto was to provide a safe and entertaining venue for a huge number of families to enjoy an inexpensive recreation of what Irish society was like in rural Ireland dating back almost a hundred years. After his stunning performance last year, Brendan Shine and his band will lead his legion of followers into song and dance to the delight of everybody present. All children will be admitted free of charge, car parking is free and adult admission is €10. There will be a display of some old-style steam engines in the Square on Saturday evening.
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New grant scheme to support older people in community Senator Maura Hopkins
A new scheme for community and voluntary groups who support older people in our communities has opened for applications, Senator Maura Hopkins has said. Senator Hopkins stated: “This scheme, which is being administered by the HSE, aims to support older people to remain rooted in their local communities for as long as possible. It will be made available to com-
munity and voluntary groups in our communities who run initiatives such as day care centres to support older people. “There is €1 million in funding available under this scheme with €250,000 aimed specifically at dementia supports. This funding recognises the vital role that these groups continue to play in our communities. “Projects accepted under the scheme
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must be in line with National Positive Ageing Strategy, the Irish National Dementia Strategy, the Carers’ Strategy and the Task Force on Loneliness. “Projects must meet a clearly identified new or increasing need in a community. Applications will be accepted from groups that are run entirely on a voluntary basis, or groups that have a service level agreement with the HSE”.
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PJ and Anne Cafferky, of Cloonfower, Castlerea, celebrated their 25th Wedding Anniversary in St. Anne’s Church, Sligo, followed by a reception in The Sligo Park Hotel.
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Active Retirement outdoor bowling Outdoor bowling – hosted by the local Active Retirement group – will be held at Hawthorne Drive, Roscommon, adjacent to the children’s play area on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 am to 1.30 pm. For information, please contact Christina on 090-6665500 or Mary on 086-8653979.
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The annual ‘Hot to Trot’ pony drive will take place on Sunday, August 4th in aid of the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA). The ponies are leaving from Frenchpark, Co. Roscommon at 3 pm sharp. Join them afterwards at Farrell’s Lounge in Frenchpark for traditional music, a raffle and light refreshments. For more information contact Marian Callaghan Coyne on 086-8688302.
Summer Storytelling in Roscommon Library Summer Storytelling will take place in Roscommon Library in July and August at 11 am for 3-6-year-olds, on the following dates: Saturday, July 27th and Saturday, August 10th and 31st. Please call the library to book a place on 090-6637277.
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NEWS…at a glance Special publication for Heritage Week Next month will see the launch of a special booklet, ‘The Workhouses of County Roscommon’, at 12.30 on Sunday, August 25th in Cootehall Community House. There will be a lecture (free admission) and the launch of a booklet (priced at €5) on the workhouses of Roscommon with the full proceeds going to the Cootehall Community Development Group.
Oran Parish Cemetery committee established A meeting of Cloverhill Community Council took place in Sonas Nursing Home recently and was attended by local Cllr. Marty McDermott and members of the Cloonycolgan Church District. It was decided at the meeting that an Ardkieran and Oran Parish Cemetery committee would be established and that there would be a meeting of representatives from Cloverhill, Cloonycolgan and Ballinaheglish church districts in early September. This new committee will oversee the development and maintenance of both cemeteries. It will also avail of Roscommon County Council grants as funds for such works are badly needed. A special collection will also take place at the end of annual Mass on Sunday, July 28th at 9.30 am at Oran Holy Well.
As every family in the parish of Oran has relatives buried in either Ardkieran or Oran cemeteries, it is hoped that the collection will receive generous support. The committee is looking forward to carrying out all necessary development and maintenance in both cemeteries in the coming years.
Castlerea Agricultural Trade & Craft Show The Castlerea Agricultural Trade & Craft Show takes place at Castlerea Co-operative Mart on Monday, August 5th. All are welcome. For more information, contact show secretaries Sara Sharkey (083-8087917) or Elaine Quinn (086-3010409), email castlereaagriculturalshow@gmail.com or check out the Castlerea Show Facebook page.
Annual Duck Race in Castlecoote The annual Castlecoote Duck Race will take place on Sunday, August 11th at 4 pm. This is a fun evening for all the family so come along and cheer on your duck as they sail up the river at Castlecoote. Ducks are five euro each and are on sale locally. Burgers and sausages available on the day – all in aid of Tidy Towns. Thanks to all for supporting Castlecoote Tidy Towns.
Teagan Healy and Gearoid Daly pictured in Athleague for a recent Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship match. Pic: Mick McCormack
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It’s time for a cohesive and properly funded Primary Care plan Ever since the establishment of the HSE, the health service in this country has become more chaotic with every passing year. A posse of well-meaning ministers from different parties have come in and vowed to change things. They have all failed miserably – and that includes the current incumbent, Simon Harris. Now the plan is to return the running of the HSE to six regional areas, an approach which sounds very much like it’s back to the days of the old health boards. I would not criticise this latest plan before it has a chance, but if the powers that be thought that the old system didn’t work, then why are we now going back to what is essentially what we had in the past? I have had personal experience of having to deal with the health service in recent times. When you actually get into the system, the staff are caring and professional, top class in every way. But trying to get into the system is the big problem. There seems to be absolutely no joined up thinking and, even more crucially, no accountability. There are layers and layers of bureaucracy in the HSE. When things go wrong you can never find anyone willing to accept responsibility. My experience is that the only truly dependable medical service comes from our overworked GPs. Instead of paying lip service to Primary Care, the Government must formulate a cohesive and properly funded plan for Primary Care throughout the country. The chaos,
despair and misery that exists in A&E units throughout the country on a daily basis must be halted. I have seen it firsthand and it is a thoroughly depressing experience. Nobody should have to put up with it. The problem with running our health service is that ministers go into the job with clear ideas of what they want to do to straighten things out, but they get bogged down almost immediately. I somehow doubt if there is a single politician in Dáil Éireann who is prepared to go in and make the very difficult decisions that are needed to sort
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My experience is that the people on the front-line of our health services – the doctors and nurses and support staff – are fantastic individuals, but they are working under increasing pressure with every passing day, month and year
this out once and for all. There would have to be job losses in certain areas of administration, and there would also have to be restructuring of the entire organisation to make it one where the patient is at the centre of everything it does. And patient-centred is not how it is at the moment. There are hundreds of vacant consultant posts and there is hardly a word about that at all. These are the people who make the crucial decisions as to what treatment people need. I am convinced that people have died or are dying as a result of not being able to access treatment. If that is the case, we should be ashamed. There are 560,000 people waiting for a hospital appointment and tens of thousands more waiting for essential surgery. My experience is that the people on the front-line of our health services – the doctors and nurses and support staff – are fantastic individuals, but they are working under increasing pressure with every passing day, month and year. We need an overall plan to get us out of the mess we are in. Bring in the GPs, support Primary Care properly in order to ease the burden on hospitals, appoint the consultants that are needed, and make people in the HSE accountable. It’s a massive job for whoever has the courage to take it on. However, I would not be holding my breath because – as we all know – when politics intervenes, a lot of the best-laid plans go out the window. We can only live in hope. We have to keep trying until we get it right.
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Insights into Dementia – Informing and Empowering Family Carers Are you caring for a family member who has dementia? If so, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is running a short course in Hannon’s Hotel, Athlone Rd Roscommon. Topics include – Understanding Dementia, Communication, Personal Care, Safety in the Home, Changes in Behaviour, the Caring Role. For more information and an application form, please email: familycarertraining@alzheimer.ie or phone 1800 341 341. The course runs for one evening per week for six weeks starting on Mon 2nd Sept until Mon 7th of Oct 2019 inclusive. Please note this course is only available to family carers.
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NewsPeople newsbriefs ‘Enough depressed carers to almost fill Croke Park’ Local TD Denis Naughten says that the amount of carers in Ireland who suffer from depression would almost fill Croke Park. Speaking in the Dáil, Deputy Naughten said that more than 68,000 carers in Ireland suffer from depression. He said a lot of these carers are suffering because they do not get breaks and are caring for people seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Noting that there are 180 people in Roscommon/ Galway on a home help waiting list – of about 6,000 nationwide – Deputy Naughten said that we need to put in place a proper legal right to respite care for carers.
More health staff needed – Murphy Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has called for the provision of more occupational, speech and physiotherapists in Roscommon/Galway. He says that parents of children with Down Syndrome are forced to pay for private services, “a serious financial commitment which requires great sacrifices”.
New technology room for Convent of Mercy Funding has been provided for the development of a new technology room at the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon Town. The announcement was made by Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh. The funding is being provided for the conversion of a classroom into a new technology room. Welcoming the news, Senator Maura Hopkins said: “This new room will enable the school to build on the complement of subjects they offer and continue their high standards of teaching, allowing for optimal learning”.
Pic 7 Pictured at the launch of the Darragh Kenny Charity Cycle last Sunday in Lecarrow were Dermot Kelly, Aisling O’Connor, Sinead O’Connor, Noel Galvin, David Ingram, Liam Kenny, Michael O’Connor, Owen O’Connor, Gerry Keenan and Fidelma Kenny. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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7 annual Darragh Kenny Memorial Cycle The 7th annual Darragh Kenny Memorial Cycle, supported by Lecarrow Lazers and in aid of Croí, will take place on Saturday, August 17th from Lecarrow. The cycle is organised each year by the family
and friends of Darragh Kenny, who passed away suddenly in January 2013. There will also be one other event taking place in Lecarrow in aid of Croí in the run-up to the Darragh Kenny Memorial Cycle. A darts tournament will take place in Coffey’s Pub on Saturday, August 10th. All are welcome. The cycle will feature
three different scenic routes including 40k, 80k and 150k and each will start and finish from St. John’s Community Centre in Lecarrow. The 150k route, which will take in counties Roscommon, Longford and Leitrim, will start at 10 am while the 80k will begin at 12 pm and the 40k at 2 pm. The staggered start times will allow each cyclist to
rendezvous in Knockcroghery ahead of the finish. There will be hot food and refreshments available for all participants afterwards in St. John’s Community Centre, and music will be provided by White Diamond. A raffle will also take place on the night with some great prizes up for grabs. Entry to this year’s race costs €50 for Cycling
Ireland members and €55 for non-members. There are a limited number of event jerseys still available through committee members. Register now at www. croi.ie/darragh-kenny. For further information, check out the Darragh Kenny Memorial Cycle Facebook page or contact Sarah Kenny on 086-1201039/Liam Kenny on 086-1209134.
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ACT 2000 (AS AMENDED) PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS 2001 (AS AMENDED) - PART 8
NOTICE PUBLISHING COMMENCEMENT OF AUDIT ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL
Applicant: Roscommon County Council Location: Knockroe, Castlerea, in Longford Townland, Co. Roscommon. Proposal: Pursuant to the requirements of the above, notice is hereby given of:
Notice is hereby given that the audit of the accounts of the above-named local government organisation for the financial year ended on the 31st day of December, 2018 will be commenced by Ms. Mary Keaney Local Government Auditor, on the 26th July 2019. In accordance with article 17 of the Local Government (Financial and Audit Procedures) Regulations 2014, objections to any matter or matters contained in the said several accounts will be considered by the Local Government Auditor during the audit.
Proposed Residential Development at Longford Td., Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. The Proposed Development will comprise of (a) construction of 9 No. terraced 2-bed two-storey residential units, (b) all associated site works including construction of footpath, carking parking, ducting for utilities, formation of new connections to existing foul and surface water drainage, and existing utilities. An appropriate assessment screening report and environmental impact assessment screening report of the proposed development has been completed and is available for inspection with this development. Plans and Particulars of the proposed development may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy for a period of 4 weeks from 12/07/2019 during public opening hours at the offices of Housing Department, Aras an Chontae, Roscommon County Council, Roscommon and Castlerea Area Office, Roscommon County Council, Barrack St., Castlerea, Co. Roscommon between 9.30am - 1pm and 2pm - 5.30pm Monday to Friday (excl. bank holidays).
Written notice of any proposed objection, setting out the relevant particulars and grounds on which it is to be made, should be sent to the above Local Government Auditor c/o Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon within ten days of the commencement of the audit. The annual financial statement will be available during office hours at the reception desk at Áras an Chontae for the inspection of all persons for a period of seven days prior to the commencement of the audit.
A submission or observation in relation to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development would be situated, may be made, in writing or via email before 4.30pm on 23/08/2019, marked “Castlerea Housing Development, Longford Td., Co. Roscommon” and submitted to: Housing Department, Aras an Chontae, Roscommon.
Dated this 12th day of July 2019.
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Eugene Cummins, Chief Executive of Roscommon County Council 12th July 2019
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Roscommon Hospital waiting lists slammed There are 975 people on the outpatient waiting lists for ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) services in Roscommon University Hospital. That’s according to Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy, who says he is “massively concerned” at the figures. 645 of these outpatients are classed as
‘routine’ appointments. Those in this ‘routine’ classification have been waiting as far back as November 2015, the TD says. Separately, outpatients categorised as ‘soon’ have been waiting since November 2016. Deputy Murphy: “Needing a medical
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PAUL HEALY’S WEEK A column by Roscommon People editor
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Progress on and off the field
A weekend on Aran Islands Friday The ferry trip to the Aran Islands took about 45 minutes. Our destination was the biggest of the islands, Inis Mór, and yes, I was well aware that we were sailing further and further away from Hyde Park and Saturday’s big Super 8s match. They would have Sky Sports on the island, wouldn’t they? We didn’t really know what to expect – Fiona and I had never actually been to the Aran Islands. We disembarked at shortly after 7 pm and met up with the group of friends who we were spending the weekend with. Our bed & breakfast was ‘old style’ and quaint. The woman of the house did the cooking and the man of the house served breakfast, throwing in the odd wry comment and folksy banter. That’s the way it was. He was a perfectly nice man, embedded in island life, island ways. After checking in, we checked out the village (Kilronan). It’s a beautiful central hub, overlooking Galway Bay, offering beautiful scenery, with quaint stone walls, narrow roads and the promise of glorious walks, not to mention many places of historical interest. From a commercial/facilities point of view, there’s a large shop, a tiny bank, a few pubs and restaurants, a hotel, and souvenir shops too. Aran sweaters, caps and scarves entice the browsing visitor. First call was to Joe Watty’s bar and restaurant, a fine, thriving, friendly establishment with a great atmosphere. After a lovely dinner there, I briefly took a stool at the counter to do the ‘strangers and locals’ thing. Sure enough, after sussing me out for a few minutes with sideways glances, the two men at the counter decided to strike. “Where are you from?” On hearing Roscommon, they chuckled and asked what our prospects were in the Super 8s game the following day. “We’re up against it, but you never know… where are you from?” I replied. “Tyrone” the first man said, and it was actually only then that I realised he had a ‘Red Hand’ top on! So, it had turned out that the very first person outside of our group that I had spoken to in the restaurant/bar was a Tyrone man! I will call him ‘Tyrone Joe’ – not his real name (well, it might be, but I never asked). We proceeded to have a good chat. Tyrone Joe was in his late 60s. He had played for
Tyrone at minor level, before moving to live and work in England for a quarter of a century or more. Now he’s back, living in Galway with his wife, and is a regular visitor to the islands. I complimented Peter Canavan (Tyrone legend). Tyrone Joe complimented Dermot Earley. I showed my age by complimenting Frank McGuigan (Tyrone legend). Tyrone Joe complimented Jigger O’Connor. Then he asked about Jimmy Murray and Knockcroghery, and my heart soared a little.
Saturday As Inis Mór first-timers, nothing could really have prepared us for the sights early on Saturday morning. There were several hundred tourists milling around the island, hundreds of whom were on bikes. This is rural Atlantic-kissed Ireland at its most stunning… winding roads, ancient sites, stone walls, evidence of remarkable craftsmanship from centuries ago, spectacular scenery, a beautiful beach, donkeys, horses, sheep…locals living life at their own pace, warmly welcoming about-to-be-smitten visitors. It was incredibly busy, with tourists from all over the world. We took a bus tour of the island, being dropped off at the foot of the cliff-top fort, Dún Aonghasa. Here, in glorious sunshine, we joined hundreds of other tourists on the long but beautiful rising walk to the fort. Again, spectacular scenery from that cliff-top, savoured on this, the hottest day of the year. Easy to be proud to be Irish. Halfway up that long walk to the cliff-top fort there was a small boy, perched on a rock, busking away, on his tin whistle. Ah! Next, we visited the medieval Christian ruins of the Seven Churches, and also Kilmurvey Beach – known for its birdlife – and a nearby seal colony. Our bus driver was a character. I thought he’d have us back at base by 4 pm or so, but he decided to bring us to his very own Goats’ Cheese making factory. This was indeed very interesting – and the goats themselves were charming – but very few of the bus passengers and none of the goats had the Super 8s on their mind. Thankfully, the friendly bus driver got us back to the village by 4.20 pm or so. We watched Roscommon v Tyrone in Joe Mac’s, a great old-style bar perched up high and overlooking Galway Bay. The first man I
saw when we went in was Tyrone Joe, my friend from the previous night. Damn it, he was smiling already. Thankfully, four or five more Rossies came in – you can meet anyone anywhere – and soon the pub was half-full. A stranger from Galway and a stranger from Kildare joined us, and soon we weren’t strangers. Most of the customers were cheering for Roscommon. It was a very exciting first half – Roscommon matching Tyrone, but denied two goals by their ‘keeper. We were quite optimistic at half-time, but unfortunately Tyrone prevailed by four. Still, it was a very good Roscommon performance. I shook hands with Tyrone Joe before returning to the glorious sunshine outdoors. As an aside, observing the dynamic between drivers, pedestrians and cyclists on the Aran Islands is intriguing. The bus drivers weave with expertise around tight corners, cyclists and walkers usually only a couple of inches away. At times on Saturday it was chaotic, such were the crowds. But it was all good fun! On Saturday evening we had a beautiful meal in the Bayview Restaurant. One of our party had to wait a few minutes for her duck main course, affording me the opportunity to quote Basil from Fawlty Towers (“Duck’s off, sorry!”). The duck wasn’t off in the Bayview, it arrived, and to an excellent review. Later, we joined a large number of revellers in Joe Watty’s. No sign of Tyrone Joe, but there were lots of locals, numerous tourists and a lively Hen Party group. The live music came from none other than the Mulkerrin brothers, winners of the first series of The All Ireland Talent Show in 2009 and regular performers in Watty’s. The three lads were brilliant, really getting the crowd going. A memorable night.
Sunday On Sunday, there was time for more walks, a visit to the beach, an eye on the hurling, a bite to eat and a few more hours of ‘holiday mode’ as hundreds of tourists again mingled around the island in sensational weather. It was a wonderful weekend. We had stepped back in time and we had seen for ourselves the beauty of the Aran Islands. The boat sailed off and we left Inis Mór behind, with its beautiful stone walls, its easy beauty and charm, its tourists and locals, and smiling Tyrone Joe, with his two Super 8s’ points in his back pocket. We’ll be back.
I wasn’t at the Roscommon/Tyrone game (see article alongside) and I hear it was a great occasion in town. Of course we were watching closely on TV. Roscommon were extremely competitive and very well placed at half-time. This weekend we travel to Croke Park to take on the mighty Dubs. This very promising Roscommon team are still very much in the championship and should go all out for victory! Think positive…we are still masters of our own destiny. Meanwhile, relief all around as we note that Roscommon County Board have submitted a planning application for improvements at Dr. Hyde Park. The application was submitted a week ago and the project include an extension to dressing rooms beside the main pitch, an extension to existing toilet blocks and the construction of new toilet blocks by the main stand. It will also see the construction of 39 turnstiles and entrance gates on the Athlone Road and Golf Links Road as well as the partial demolition of existing turnstiles on Golf Links Road. Security fencing will also be erected to separate players and officials from public areas. The sooner the works proceed, the better. We need the outstanding issues at our stadium sorted.
Goodbye to Ireland’s comedy king The late Brendan Grace had a huge following in Roscommon – but then he had a huge following all over the country. At his peak, he was brilliant. He was also a great singer, and came across as a lovely man. He was one of those comedians who seemed to absolutely love what he did – particularly performing live. He relished having an audience, getting laughs. I saw him live a few times – many years ago – and always enjoyed him. In latter years, he wasn’t perhaps as ‘relevant’ as in the past; comedy had changed, and Grace’s stage show was at least a touch dated. But since his sad and untimely death, many of us who grew up with Brendan as the dominant comedy presence in Ireland have felt great nostalgia for his innocent, funny humour, his brilliant delivery and sheer likeability. Now that he’s gone, we are transported back to his heyday, we pause and laugh again with fondness at this giant of Irish comedy. It’s fitting that Brendan Grace is being mourned, remembered and celebrated with such emotion, sadness and joy. He was a one-off, a comic master, a part of our youth. Mention of his name will always bring smiles and happiness.
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NewsPeople Naughten wants answers Local TD Denis Naughten has sought time from the Ceann Comhairle today (Thursday) to have the issue of 150 temporary lay-offs by Bord na Mona at Mount Dillon debated with the Energy Minister, Richard Bruton. The lay-offs are as a result of the shutdown of the ESB power plant in Lanesboro last week due to environmental licensing issues. “This announcement by Bord na Mona will have a devastating impact on employees, their families and the local economy of communities in County Roscommon and County Longford,” stated Denis Naughten. “Every effort must now be taken to get this plant up and running in the short term and plans for new alternative longterm jobs in the area must be expedited”, concluded Denis Naughten.
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Oireachtas members seek answers from ESB after shutdown Fears remain over Lough Ree Power jobs DAN DOONER
Bord na Móna management met with workers’ union SIPTU yesterday afternoon (Wednesday) following talks with local public representatives earlier this week. No resolution had been reached at the time of going to press. Oireachtas members had met with ESB and Bord na Móna officials earlier this week to discuss the recent shutdown of the ESB’s Lough Ree power station in Lanesboro and the subsequent fall-out which led to Bord na Móna announcing that almost 150 workers, 70 permanent and 78 seasonal employees, were to be laid off or placed on unpaid leave. The plant has been offline since earlier this month due to concerns over hot water discharges from the facility into the River Shannon nearby. The ESB confirmed it had suspended operations at the plant. It was subsequently revealed the company had breached their license with the EPA four times previously and felt they were at risk of doing so again if the plant continued in operation. The ESB released a statement to say that it had “sought an amendment to its environmental licence in relation to its cooling water discharge temperature in the river Shannon, which in this regard is of particular relevance during the summer months”. The company added that it would not resume operations until the amendment was improved. Deputy Denis Naughten said that Oireachtas members had asked SIPTU officials to meet
with management at Bord na Móna with the intention of exploring the temporary redeployment of staff until a decision on the amendment was made. Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy said he and Oireachtas members Deputy Denis Naughten, Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice, and Deputy Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran had met with ESB officials on Tuesday, who were unable to confirm whether or not the amendment would be approved or if operations at the plant would resume. Deputy Murphy said the ESB claimed the hot water being pumped into the Shannon at the plant was not an issue until last year when drought conditions resulted in a drop in water levels at Lough Ree. He added that the company seemed unable to answer certain questions around the resumption of operations at the plant and that Oireachtas members are yet to receive all the information they had been looking for from the ESB. Deputy Murphy said: “There are a lot of ‘what if?’ questions here such as the changeover to biomass, the Bord na Móna supply of peat. Some of the answers were satisfactory while some were not”. He added that Oireachtas members also met with Bord na Móna officials yesterday (Wednesday) “to push the case for the retention of permanent employees” after the company had rowed back on previous plans to lay off around 70 permanent staff at its Mount Dillon facility in Co. Longford due to the Lough Ree Power Plant shutdown. “Employees and the local community are angry. They feel let down by Bord na Móna and ESB. They feel there are underhanded tactics to speed up the closure of parts of the plant. “The purpose of Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s
meetings was to push the case for the retention of the permanent employees. We also raised the difficulties faced by those temporary employees, often students in summer jobs, who have been left with nothing. “Workers in the midlands are looking for support. They feel they have been treated poorly by the ESB and Bord na Móna. Both organisations should meet with employees and at the very least treat them with decency and respect during this process. Hopefully the board of management will see sense,” he said. While it was announced that 78 seasonal employees were to be laid off, Bord na Móna’s decision to lay off permanent staff had been suspended following discussions between workers’ union SIPTU and management last Friday night.
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Employees and the local community are angry. They feel let down by Bord na Móna and ESB. They feel there are underhanded tactics to speed up the closure of parts of the plant – Deputy Eugene Murphy
Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has expressed his serious concerns over the situation in Lanesboro. He commented: “The news is massively concerning for our area. Many of these seasonal workers are young college students trying to earn some money to get through college. The plant has been a great local employer so naturally this news is a very serious concern. “The decision by the ESB was taken on the back of legal proceedings commenced by the Environmental Protection Agency after high temperature cooling water was discharged into the River Shannon”. Deputy Murphy said: “We cannot have an indefinite closure of this power station. Any decision must be made with community involvement”.
Crosby’s call for a task force Cllr. Tom Crosby has requested that the Lanesboro Power Station issue be put on the agenda of the July plenary meeting of Roscommon County Council, which will be held on Monday next, the 22nd of July. Cllr. Crosby is pressing for Roscommon County Council to call on the Government to establish a task force as a matter of urgency. “In light of the loss of employment for 76 seasonal employees and 72 permanent employees being put on temporary unpaid leave, there are now growing fears for the long-term future of Lanesboro Power Station and Bord na Mona employment in Mount Dillon” he says. He wants the Council to seek the establishment of a task force with relevant stakeholders including Bord na Móna, ESB, unions, the IDA, Enterprise Ireland, Roscommon, Longford, Offaly, Westmeath and Galway County Councils and others, to ensure that new job opportunities are delivered to this region. Cllr. Crosby said: “This task force must have direct access to a ring-fenced ‘just transition’ fund made up of 5% of the Climate Action Fund, the Rural & Urban Regeneration funds which would be worth €125m. “This could then be used to leverage EU funding available for the move away from coal and other fossil fuels and for access to funding through the European Investment Bank”.
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buzzing this week as the village prepares for adjudication in the Pride of Place Awards. Creggs Village was nominated in County Galway in the 0-300 population category. Adjudicators will visit the village on Tuesday next, July 23rd at 2.30 pm, where they will see a presentation on the village and take a walking tour with members of the local committee through the village and on to local sites of interest.
In recent weeks local groups got together and formed a Pride of Place Committee which has met every Tuesday night and village clean-ups have taken place on Wednesday evenings, with young and old alike rolling up their sleeves and getting to work. The nomination has caused a flurry of activity in the area and great enthusiasm for the project is evident. Ja and Conor Ryan of Galway Agri Videos got involved with the local committee in the
creation of a 20-minute video on the area and have been regularly spotted around the village with their cameras in recent days. Everyone is very much looking forward to the fruits of their labour, which will be unveiled at the Tuesday afternoon adjudication event. Pictures from the locality, along with reports on the voluntary work being done by local committees have been compiled into a booklet for the adjudicators.
Organisers have been pleasantly surprised by the volume of community work going on within the area, with over 40 organisations contributing to community life in a variety of ways. All of these organisations will be represented with stands at the adjudication event on Tuesday 23rd. Everyone is invited along to the adjudication event in Creggs NS on Tuesday, 23rd of July at 2 pm as the village greets the adjudicators of Pride of Place 2019.
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Countdown to the O’Carolan Harp Festival
Pictured at a charity cycle in aid of Blood Bikes last Sunday in Lecarrow were Gerry McLoughlin, Jim Keogh, Willy McEntee, Damien Devaney and Gerry Beirne. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at a charity cycle in aid of Blood Bikes last Sunday in Lecarrow were Padraig Hanley and Noel Galvin. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at a charity cycle in aid of Blood Bikes last Sunday in Lecarrow were Paul Mugridge and Ciaran Cox. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
The O’Carolan Harp Festival, Keadue, Co. Roscommon has commemorated the Harper and Composer Turlough O’Carolan every August since 1978 – with a break of one year in 2003 when the village was representing Ireland in the Entente Florale Europe competition. The final resting place of the last of the Irish Bards overlooks Lough Meelagh just outside the village. His influence through the repertoire he left behind is appreciated nationally and internationally. The annual event is now one of the leading harp and traditional music festivals in Ireland, especially promoting harp music and the music of O’Carolan. It attracts harpers from Ireland and overseas who attend the Harp School classes and compete in the International Harp competitions. Participants have an opportu-
Stockton’s Wing who performed at last year’s O’Carolan Harp Festival.
nity to take part in the many traditional music events and sessions throughout the festival and summer school. Overseas visitors especially enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in the scenic surrounds of unspoilt north Roscommon. The festival will kick off with the O’Carolan Summer School on Monday, 29th of July and features some of the very best tutors in Irish traditional music,
set and sean-nós dance and traditional singing. Tickets will sell fast and are available from the festival website at www.ocarolanharpfestival.ie or by ringing 087-7745878. See our website or follow on Facebook. Brochures are available from local tourist information offices, theatres, hotel and B&Bs, shops or any committee members.
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IFA lobbies TDs on Mercosur and Brexit IFA officers attended a lobby session in Dublin recently where they lobbied TDs on the negative impact that a Mercosur Trade deal would have on agriculture, particularly on livestock farm-
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Staying safe on your farm… National Farm Safety Awareness Week runs from 15-19 July 2019. To date this year there has been 12 fatal farm accidents on Irish farms. Agriculture Minister Michael Creed says: “It is important to remember that farms are both workplaces and family homes and it is important that the whole family is alert to the risks that exist on farms”. The ROSCOMMON PEOPLE is anxious to support National Farm Safety Awareness Week. We’ve teamed up with MATTIE CORCORAN to offer some advice – based on actual incidents – which will hopefully give local farmers pause for thought on this very important issue…
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True story: What happened? A farmer received injuries from a cow just after it had given birth. The farmer went to the calving shed to inspect the cow which was due to calf. The farmer discovered that the cow had calved by herself. The farmer then entered the area to inspect the calf. During the inspection the cow attacked the farmer and pinned him against the wall crushing him in a manner that caused serious in-
True story: What happened? A farmer received fatal injuries when he was flung from his quad bike after it overturned. Tragically, the farmer’s head struck a stone. He had been driving across his field counting and monitoring his sheep when the quad bike overturned on some rough ground. Why did this happen? The farmer was complacent as this was a daily task done many times without incident. What can you do to prevent a similar occurence? * Always wear a protective helmet and safety goggles. * Always ensure you come to a stop before you count/ monitor your flock/herd. * Exercise extreme caution when driving on rough ground.
jury. Fortunately, the farmer was able to escape and phone for help. He was taken to hospital and treated for multiple injuries, including punctured lung, broken ribs, and broken arm. Why did this happen? The farmer did not exercise caution when entering the area. He was complacent as he had been around this cow for five previous births and the animal had shown
What can you do to prevent a similar occurence? * Always assess the area before entering with livestock. As part of this assessment, identify the quickest escape route. * Always ensure you have a ‘cattle stick’ present with you when walking among livestock. * Exercise extreme caution with cows after calving.
Farmer’s wife attacked by bull True story: What happened? Aoife was helping getting their cows back into the field after they had broken out on to the road. She was opening the gate into the field where the cows came from. After opening the gate into the field she thought there was no animals left in there. From around the corner of the field the bull came charging at Aoife, hitting her in the chest and throwing her up in the air. Aoife was able to crawl on to the road… with the cows going back into the field the bull was distracted and Aoife was able to escape. She was taken to hospital and treated for multiple injuries, including punctured lung, broken ribs, broken finger, long-term back issues and severe head trauma with lasting memory and
headache issues. Why did this happen? Aoife did not realise there was a bull with the cows/a bull in the field. Once they knew the cattle had broken out their first thought was to get them off the road. What can you do to prevent a similar occurence? Always ensure there is signage on the gate if there is a bull in the field. Always ensure you have a cattle stick present with you when handling livestock. Always exercise extreme caution around bulls. Always take a step back to identify the dangers; don’t just react immediately without first assessing the situation.
Over 200% mark-up on beef shows shoppers and farmers are being fleeced – Naughten Irish shoppers are paying high food prices – yet farmers are not getting the benefit, with the situation worsening over the last 15 years, according to a survey highlighted by Denis Naughten TD. “The survey carried out recently, excluding special offers, shows that the farmer gets €3.76 for a kilo of beef while shoppers are paying on average €11.99 for a kilo of round roast in their supermarket, a mark-up of 218%,” stated Denis Naughten. “While the processing and supermarket sector will contest these figures, what they cannot ignore is the fact that when this is compared to the same survey 15 years ago the share going to the farmer has dropped by a quarter over that period. “In 2005 the same survey showed that the farmer was receiving €2.80 for a kilo of beef while shoppers were paying on average €6.59 for a kilo of round roast in their supermarket, a markup of 135%.
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as to who exactly is profiting from the current system. “The fact is our suckler beef industry is the lifeblood of towns and villages the length and breadth of the country and by placing it in jeopardy we risk condemning the Irish countryside to desolation,” concluded Denis Naughten.
“The survey shows that the share going to farmers has gone from 42% in 2005 to just 31% today, a drop of a quarter which clearly highlights the reason why the suckler beef sector is struggling. “All farmers want is a fair price for what they produce but clearly
someone is making a huge margin off their backs. We must see the new European law which will ban 16 unfair trading practices covering agricultural and food products traded in the food supply chain introduced as a matter of urgency and we need to see transparency
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A celebration of the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
‘Bye Bye Baby – A Celebration of the Music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons’ is coming to Roscommon Arts Centre this August 9th
‘Bye Bye Baby – A Celebration of the Music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons’ is coming to Roscommon Arts Centre this August 9th. Now in its sixth year of touring the UK, the show arrives in Roscommon for the first time! ‘Bye Bye Baby – A Celebration of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons’ features four singers starring as Valli, Tommy DeVito, Nick Massi and Bob Gaudio. The show follows the trials and successes of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons told through their music and engaging narrative. Arriving for the first time at Roscommon Arts Centre on 9th August
2019, the BBB boys promise an uplifting night of excellent music, performed to the highest standard. Of their first appearance at Roscommon Arts Centre, Musical Director Gary Mullins said: “We’re thrilled to be introducing our take on the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons to a brand new audience. It’s a thrill to see theatre audiences up on their feet at the end of the show – bring your dancing shoes!” Classics such as December ’63 (Oh What A Night), Beggin’, Sherry, Walk Like A Man, Opus 17, Why Do Fools Fall in Love, and Grease
are just some of the hits that are performed by this sensational band. New additions for 2017 include Northern Soul classic, ‘The Night’, and the Four Seasons version of the Beatles classic, ‘We Can Work It Out’. Audiences have loved their combination of precise harmony singing and slick original choreography, making this the perfect night out for fans of Frankie Valli and his music. Tickets for this show can be purchased from Roscommon Arts Centre’s box office on 090-6625824 or www.roscommonartscentre.ie
Crown to open Boyle Arts Festival The 30th annual Boyle Arts Festival will be officially opened by Professor John Crown on this Thursday, July 18th and will run until Saturday July 27th. With 59 events, including an impressive mix of live music, visual arts, opera, drama, film, comedy, interviews, workshops, storytelling, children’s events, poetry, readings and much more, Boyle is the place to be this summer! Tickets for all events can be purchased from the Arts Festival Office, next door to Marian’s on Bridge Street, telephone 071-9663085. Tickets can also be purchased through www.boylearts.com Some of the big names to watch out for in the live mu-
sic genre include The Riptide Movement, The Blizzards, Tommy Fleming, Kieran Goss with Annie Kinsella, Mary Coughlan, The Whileaways, The Swing Cats, Charlie McGettigan with Paul Harrington, Mules and Men, Flo McSweeney, Fiachra Trench and Carmel McCreagh. Watch out for gigs by local bands Fleetwood Craic and The Martyrs and exclusive album launches from Pete Higgins and Mossie Martin. For more information on Boyle Arts Festival 2019 please call to our office on Bridge Street, phone 071-9663085, visit www.boylearts.com, or email info@boylearts.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Roscommon band The Flies have recently released their debut album ‘Catch Up To You’.
Dublin band, The Riptide Movement
The Riptide Movement for Boyle Arts Festival DAN DOONER
Dublin band, The Riptide Movement, will perform this Saturday (July 20th) at 10 pm at Daly’s Storehouse as part of the Boyle Arts Festival. With four studio albums to their name, most notably the Gold-sell-
ing, number one album ‘Getting Through’, the modern rock quartet are renowned for their phenomenal live shows and soaring radio-ready guitar sound that has drawn comparisons with U2, Kings of Leon, Arcade Fire, Joy Division, The Clash and Oasis. Lead singer, Malachy Tuohy, said
the band were looking forward to their first ever Roscommon gig. “This is the first time The Riptide Movement has played in Roscommon. We’re really looking forward to it. The Boyle Arts Festival has developed a really good name and it seems to be going from strength to strength”.
Local band ‘The Flies’ release debut album DAN DOONER
Roscommon band, The Flies, have just released their debut EP ‘Catch Up To You’, which is available to download at Bandcamp now. The Flies are James Doherty (17) on guitar and vocals, JJ Doherty (15) on bass and vocals, Sean-Luke Doherty (18) on drums and vocals, and
Darragh Winters (16) on lead guitar. They hail from Cootehall and Boyle and have been performing together since early 2018. Their debut EP features four original songs and was recorded at Black Mountain Studios just outside Dundalk. The teenage rock ‘n’ roll group recently performed at The Nest in
Sligo town as part of the Cairde Arts Festival and played at the Carrickon-Shannon Carnival fireworks night earlier in the year. The lads are in the process of producing a music video for ‘Is This What You Wanted’, taken from their debut album. They also hope to release a follow-up EP at the end of the summer.
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WeekendPeople SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION God wants to dwell with each of us personally, intimately – as the mysterious guests once visited Abraham’s tent, as Jesus once entered the home of Mary and Martha. By his hospitality in this week’s First Reading, Abraham shows us how we are to welcome the Lord into our lives. His selfless service of his divine guests (see Hebrews 13:1) stands in contrast to the portrait of Martha drawn in this week’s Gospel. Where Abraham is concerned only for the well-being of his guests, Martha speaks only of herself – “Do you not care that my sister has left me by myself? Tell her to help me”. Jesus’ gentle rebuke reminds us that we risk missing the divine in the mundane, that we can fall into the trap of believing that God somehow needs to be served by human hands (see Acts 17:25). Our Lord comes to us not to be served but to serve (see Matthew 20:28). He gave His life that we might know the one thing we need, the “better part,” which is life in the fellowship of God. Jesus is the true Son promised today by Abraham’s visitors (see Matthew 1:1). In Him, God has made an everlasting covenant for all time, made us blessed descendants of Abraham (see Genesis 17:19, 21; Romans 4:16–17, 19–21). The Church now offers us this covenant, bringing to completion the word of God, the promise of His plan of salvation, what Paul calls “the mystery hidden for ages”. As once He came to Abraham, Mary, and Martha, Christ now comes to each of us in Word and Sacrament. As we sing in this week’s Psalm: He will make His dwelling with those who keep His Word and practice justice (see also John 14:23). If we do these things we will not be anxious or disturbed, will not have our Lord taken from us. We will wait on the Lord, who told Abraham and tells each of us: “I will surely return to you”. By Scott Hahn Ph.D., www. salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)
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How music and rugby have helped the ‘process of peace’ On the 10th of April, 1998, the Northern Irish peace agreement was signed, bringing an end to a conflict that had spanned over thirty years, and which had brought untold grief, hardship, and sheer terror to thousands of people. This agreement heralded a new beginning for the divided communities of the war-torn region. Twenty years later, it’s easy to forget just how horrendous the events of that period were. However, in the last week or so, I watched two completely different documentaries which shed some light on the importance of both music and rugby in helping to keep some degree of normality alive for the suffering population during those dark days. The first one was a documentary by Ardal O’Hanlon about the extraordinary era of the Irish showbands. The film covered a lot of the different aspects of the showband story, also showing how the massacre of the Miami Showband in 1975 as they returned from a gig in Banbridge, Co. Down, changed
the social landscape in the North for ever. Up until then, the showbands were playing week in, week out in dancehalls north of the border, despite the Troubles. The prevailing feeling was that, as entertainment providers, they were pretty much guaranteed safe passage. However, in the words of our Country Queen Margo, and perhaps echoing the lyrics of Don McLean’s huge hit, ‘American Pie’ – that was the ‘day the music died’. Immediately after the terrible Miami massacre, the bands all stopped going to the north. In the act of killing three members of that showband and injuring two others, the murdering gang also killed the entire live music industry. Up until this, rugby clubs from the south had continued to play up north. However, this incomprehensible atrocity brought that to an end as well. Yet remarkably, to this day – as Brian O’Driscoll’s riveting documentary showed – even the most Orange of Northern people support the Irish rugby team. Brian himself struggled to understand how Orangemen – who told him they
were British citizens – could also say they would love Ireland to beat England, but that’s the way it is. Rugby alone (of all the major sports) seems to bridge the sixcounty divide. I suppose it’s because there is only the one team on the entire island, while soccer has both a Northern and Southern team, and of course Gaelic games are seen as a nationalist sport. Anyway, it all brought me back to my playing days in the late 1960s and early ‘70s when I was lining out with Dundalk. At least half our fixtures were up north, with a good lot in Belfast, and some in Portadown – the latter at that time was regarded as possibly the most anti-Irish place in the whole province. However, while they were aware that we were mostly from the south, the welcome we would receive in those clubs was unbelievable. You would never be allowed to put your hand in your pocket; food and drink was all on the house – which, for a young lad in his 20s, was very much appreciated. For at least a few hours
every Saturday, sectarian hatred was put to one side, and peace reigned in those highly-charged areas. Sometimes when we played in Belfast, and had to go through known loyalist areas, a fleet of cars would pick us up from the train and we would be told to lie down on the back seat, covered with coats and blankets, so that nobody could see us. Looking back on it now, it should have been scary enough. I suppose we were young and carefree, and all we thought about was playing rugby, and eating and drinking as much as we could for free before ducking back in under the blankets and hoping for no drama on the way back to the train. I have to say that both programmes were absolutely riveting, and, while Ardal’s end product was much more fact-based, I found it no less interesting. Brian made a serious effort at trying to understand rugby’s place in Northern Ireland society, a difficult job indeed. If and when they are both shown again, try to have a look and I promise you will find both of them to be compulsive viewing.
Pride update!
Roger Federer congratulates Novak Djokovic
Wimbledon wonders! On Sunday, while there was an absolute bumper GAA programme in both hurling and football, it was the epic, amazing men’s singles final in the tennis at Wimbledon that provided drama the likes of which we are privileged to see only very few times in a lifetime. For more than five hours, two of the greatest players we have ever seen went head to head in this enthralling final, and at the end of it, Novak Djokovic had pipped 37-year-old Roger Federer to the title. In truth, both of them contributed equally to one of, if not the, greatest tennis matches of all time. As someone who was physically and emotionally drained after spending most of those five hours on the couch, hopping on the remote from one station to another, it is just mind-boggling to contemplate the physical and mental conditioning of those two warri-
ors. I can only take off my hat to both of them – especially Federer, who, as he approaches 38 years of age, still remains at the top of his sport, and is an example and inspiration to so many. There is no doubt he will take a while to recover from Sunday’s massive disappointment, but he will be back, and as an avid sports lover (except maybe cricket), I look forward to more epic matches between the best players in the world. Rafa Nadal is the third member of the Super 3, who between them have claimed 51 of the last 59 Grand Slam titles. As of now, there seems to be no-one else about to challenge their dominance. Anyway, it was sport at its absolute best, and a pleasure to watch. I have no doubt that Sunday’s final will be talked about for many years to come.
Back home to our local village, Creggs, and as I told you last week, we are full steam ahead for the Pride of Place competition. Nothing I have ever seen before has sparked such a response from the local community, and if nothing else comes of it, the improvement in the village and its immediate surrounds is just remarkable. Last Wednesday night and the previous one, there were upwards of 60 locals out doing their bit to clean and tidy up the place, and if you had left Creggs on Wednesday morning and didn’t get back ‘till Thursday you would think you were in a different village, such was the transformation! It will be all over in a couple of weeks, but at a time when we are told rural Ireland is dying on its feet, the people of Creggs are showing that with the right leadership and community spirit, anything is possible. Creggs is certainly not showing any sign of a visit to the mortuary.
And finally… Finally for this week, just a reminder that the 25th Annual Donamon Open Day takes place on Sunday, July 28th, with Mass at 12 midday followed by an entertainment line-up that would do justice to a major festival. My good friends Annette Griffin and John Staunton are performing at the festival Mass, and I don’t have to tell you how talented they are. Among the impressive line-up of musical entertainers you have Jake Carter and his band, Mick Flavin, Carmel McLoughlin, the Ryan Turner Band, along with a number of top local talents. All the usual attractions will be there, including the bouncy castle, pony rides, book stall, the big raffle for great cash prizes, an auction, craft village and much, much more. It will all take place under the watchful eye of your MC, the one and only Danny Burke. All will be revealed in next week’s Roscommon People, but for now just pencil it into your diary, if you have one, and be in Donamon (where there’s also free parking!) on Sunday, July 28th for a wonderful day’s fun!
now! Till next week, Bye for
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Richie McManus from Johnstown is travelling with four friends – Timmy Molloy and Gearoid Lyons from Galway and Ruairi Hession and David McLaughlin from Donegal – across the United States to raise funds for Jigsaw Mental Health services.
Rossie cycling the States in aid of Jigsaw SEAMUS DUKE
A south Roscommon man is part of a five-strong team which has undertaken to cycle across the United States of America to raise money for Jigsaw, the national mental health service for youth. Richie McManus from Johnstown is travelling with four friends – Timmy Molloy from Galway, Gearoid Lyons from Galway and Ruairi Hession and David McLaughlin from Donegal. They started their cycling adventure on June 3rd from North Quincy Beach in Boston and are aiming to finish on Rockaway Beach near Portland, Oregon inside the next 30 days. Last Sunday week, they reached the halfway stage of their 3,446-mile trek. Team leader Gearoid Lyons says: “As young men growing up in Ireland, mental health is an issue close to our hearts and one that does not get the publicity, attention, and above all, funding it deserves. Many young Irish adults and adolescents suffer from anxiety, depression, substance abuse and suicidal ideation. “Charities such as Jigsaw provide fantastic services and vital respite and rehabilitation facilities which have undoubtedly enhanced, and in many cases, saved the lives of a countless number of young Irish people. “We have raised nearly €3,500 so far through an online fundraising site: https://give.everydayhero.com/ie/usacoast-to-coast-cycle-in-aid-of-jigsaw. “Our journey so far has taken us through cities and towns such as Boston, Niagara Falls, Buffalo, Cleveland, Chicago, Dubuque and Sioux Falls. We went through Badlands in South Dakota and we reached Mount Rushmore last Saturday week. The rest of our journey will take us through Wyoming to Yellowstone National Park, over the infamous Rocky Mountain range and finally down into Oregon and towards Portland. “If people would like to follow our journey they can do so through our Instagram @usacoasttocoastjigsaw and our Facebook page: USA Coast to Coast Cycle in aid of Jigsaw. Links to the donation site can be found on both pages. “The American people across all the States we’ve travelled through have welcomed us with open arms and have taken us into their towns and homes and shown us unbelievable hospitality,” Gearoid concluded.
Nothing like a broken foot to keep you grounded It was 6 am. I’d showered, and, as the sun was shining, I’d dressed in a pair of skinny jeans and a t-shirt. Then, putting on more make-up than would be required by the entire cast of Ru Paul’s colourful drag queen contestant line-up, I headed downstairs. As my nose followed the aroma of freshly-brewed coffee, compliments of he-who-ismanacled-to-me, I was in great form at the prospect of the pair of us enjoying breakfast with our fur babies before I’d head off to work. That’s when the unthinkable happened. Five steps from the bottom of the stairs, my left foot suddenly slipped over the edge…and bam! I heard two things. The first was a loud crack. The second was the ear-splitting sound of my own voice screaming louder than a Tony award winner! However, thanks to he-whopicked-me-up-as-if-I-were-afeather, in no time I was being rushed to our family doctor in Boyle. Once there, lovely receptionist Nicky got me into surgery and Dr. Kamal, upon examining me, gave me a shot of painkiller, before sending me, (and a letter) to Roscommon hospital’s injury unit for treatment, where I received wonderful care. Following a series of x-rays and CT scans, it was thought I’d broken my talus, which is a small
foot bone that works as a hinge between the tibia and the fibula. Or something like that. I was finding it difficult to concentrate through the excruciating pain barrier, wishing some kind soul would dispense a bit of morphine in my direction. By lunchtime, I was on my way home, my left foot fitted with a support boot, a pair of crutches and an appointment to see a fracture specialist the following morning at Merlin Park Hospital in Galway. Before I go any further, I need to thank the porter Paul Lally, an absolute gent who came out to the car with a wheelchair to whisk me to reception. Thanks also to the receptionist, whose name I didn’t get, but who’ll remember me as the white-as-a-sheet aul wan, whom, upon being asked her age, replied…“I’m a 22-yearold supermodel masquerading as a menopausal harpy”. You were both a pleasure to deal with. I’d also like to thank the advanced registered practitioner Maggie Mew, who was exceptionally nice and super-efficient. And also the delightful radiographer Emer, who I’m sure, delayed having her lunch in order to carry out my CT scan. Congratulations on your forthcoming marriage Emer; you’ll be a beautiful bride. The following morning, upon arrival at Mr. Shannon’s clinic in Merlin Park, the fantastic team
discovered yet another fracture. Hearing this news has greatly upset me, especially as the second one affected my calcaneus, (heel bone), which, according to the specialist, can be a pretty disabling injury. In addition, due to an autoimmune condition, they are unable to operate. Nor can I take anti-inflammatories. However, I refuse to let this beat me and, following a visit to the physiotherapist, I’m determined to do all in my power to get back on both feet again. I’m in a lot of pain. My foot resembles a piece of bruised and blackened flesh, as opposed to a body part, (probably because my tendons and ligaments are bunched too). I’m extremely upset and mad at myself for ‘allowing’ this to happen, but through it all, I’ve been taking the past two weeks to reflect on my life. Here’s what I’ve discovered: I had an accident because I wasn’t paying attention to what I was doing. It’s that simple. I’m not religious, but I’m thanking my angels my momentary lack of attention only caused physical hurt to me, and nobody else. I need to be more patient with myself. This is something I’ve learned as I haul my ass up and down the stairs, carry out my exercises and take three times longer to do simple things like going to the toilet, or taking a shower.
This patience thing also needs to extend to others around me; especially those looking after me when I ask them to do something and they do it their way, and not the OCD Miriam way. Sorry darling! It’s going to take time for my foot to heal; during which I can’t go for my daily walks, and having already missed them for two weeks, I’ve gone from always moving at warp speed to a lunatic who is now literally crawling the walls. However, big picture… in the context of the rest of my life, those healing weeks will prove to be relatively short and I need to slow down, cut myself a bit of slack and allow myself to heal both emotionally and physically. I need to stop being the worrier who carries the weight of the world on her shoulders, and all her ‘just-in-case’ c**p in her handbag. The reason I’m doing this is because I know that being patient and being calm in the coming weeks, and in accepting help when it’s offered, will result in a more positive outcome for both me and my injury. A massive thanks goes to the man who is my minder, chauffeur, coffee and sympathy dispenser, helper, and laid-back smart-ass who commented that maybe now I’ll learn to live life at a more reasonable pace…my wonderful hubby Simon.
Did angry feminists kill chivalry?
Laura Whitmore
Last week, broadcaster Laura Whitmore’s tweet regarding how she’d ‘struggled to carry a massive case up 3 flights of stairs at train station. Well abled group of men behind me watched and didn’t offer to help,’ (Sic), got me asking two questions: One, is chivalry dead? Two, did angry feminists kill it? Now, I empathise with Laura, but, as an independent woman myself, (crutches aside), I’d wonder why she singled out the ‘well abled group of men’ not coming to her aid, and didn’t take umbrage with any possible ‘well abled’ women standing by? I consider myself to be a feminist, but for me, feminism is all about equality. It’s not about man-bashing. Hence my curiosity regarding why unhelpful males and not unhelpful females appear to have raised Laura’s ire. You see readers, it’s my fear that, sometimes,
in this politically correct world, instead of us feminists using our skills to educate others about equality and good manners through a logical and balanced approach, some – we’ll call them revolutionary renegades, (okay, nut jobs) – are burning their colourless bras, throwing their childish tantrums and hopping on bandwagons just so they can spread hate and utter confusion. This has led to the majority of men now being scared of how their good manners in offering help to a lady will be interpreted. And, dare I suggest that in Laura’s situation, it’s highly likely one or more of those ‘well abled men’ wanted to offer her their assistance, but were actually scared stiff, that if they stepped up, they’d be accused of treating her as a weak and feeble female. Remember, chivalry does not equal sexism, folks; rather it equals good manners and respect for all.
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Pictured at a special memorial Mass hosted by St. Dominic’s GAA in Knockcroghery on Saturday in memory of Liam Gilmartin and former members of the Roscommon senior football team which won All-Ireland titles in 1943 and 1944. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Roscommon All-Ireland heroes remembered DAN DOONER
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ast Saturday morning, prior to the All-Ireland
SFC Super 8s match between Roscommon and Tyrone at Dr. Hyde Park, St. Dominic’s GAA hosted a memorial Mass in honour of the late Liam Gilmartin and his All-Ireland winning teammates of 1943 and 1944. Canon Liam Devine celebrated the Mass at St. Patrick’s Church in Knockcroghery and spoke glowingly about the players on that great team. Canon Devine told the congregation how Owensie Hoare had become the first player in the history of the GAA to win All-Ireland medals both outfield and as a goalkeeper. He also shared an anecdote about how the legendary Kerry journalist, Con Houlihan, had written off Frankie Kinlough having seen him play a club match in Kerry. Kinlough would go on to score two goals against Kerry later on. “I had a letter recently from a man from Tyrone who said one of the greatest he ever saw was Bill Carlos. ‘The Lion with the velvet paw’ he called him. “Today we gather to thank God for them and to celebrate their memories and to ensure them and to ensure their families that they will never be forgotten,” Canon Devine said. Last Saturday’s Mass was attended by the family of the late Liam Gilmartin, formerly of Ballymurray, Knockcroghery, who passed away in March of this year. The Mass ended with a rousing rendition of ‘Land of the O’Conor’ by Johnny Johnson and was followed by refreshments in Murray’s Pub in what Canon Devine referred to as “the spiritual home of Roscommon football”, Knockcroghery. Liam Gilmartin’s son, John, said it was a wonder-
ful occasion and a “great tribute” and the family were delighted to attend. John and his three sisters Ann, Pauline and Edel are based in Dublin but John visits Roscommon regularly to play golf as an honorary member of St. Dominic’s Golf Society. He said the family are always very well received in the county. “Brian Carroll and the board are great. Family members were given a great welcome at the Roscommon v Dublin match earlier in the year and Brian and Kevin McStay brought the Connacht trophy and Division Two title up to dad in Raheny a couple of years ago. “One of the most emotional parts of dad’s funeral this year was seeing the amount of Roscommon people on each side of the church. It was absolutely incredible. “The Mass on Saturday was a great tribute and it was lovely to go back to Murray’s too – it was really top class,” he said. John said that Roscommon GAA had brought them close to a number of wonderful people both near and far, and that generations on from the AllIreland wins of 1943 and 1944, descendants of the famous Gilmartin/Boland midfield partnership met on the other side of the world. “Liam’s grandson Joe was at a concert in Sydney and he heard a country accent behind him at the bar. It turned out it was Eamon Boland’s grandson and the two talked for a while!” John added that local GAA historian Tony Conboy had become a family friend and that family members of other former Roscommon players had been very kind to the Gilmartins over the years. He added that former Roscommon County Board Secretaries Brian Carroll and Michael Fahy were always there for his father and the rest of the family and thanked St. Dominic’s GAA and Murray’s for hosting Saturday’s memorial.
Last Saturday’s Mass was attended by the family of the late Liam Gilmartin, formerly of Ballymurray, Knockcroghery, who passed away in March of this year…the Mass ended with a rousing rendition of ‘Land of the O’Conor’ by Johnny Johnson
Pictured at a special memorial Mass hosted by St. Dominic’s GAA in Knockcroghery in memory of Liam Gilmartin and former members of the Roscommon senior football team which won All-Ireland titles in 1943 and 1944 were John, Noel, Kevin, Anne, Edel and Pauline Gilmartin. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at a special memorial Mass hosted by St. Dominic’s GAA in Knockcroghery in memory of Liam Gilmartin and former members of the Roscommon senior football team which won All-Ireland titles in 1943 and 1944 were Brian Carroll, Olivia Connaughton, Tommy Murray and Eddie Fallon. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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Castlerea Rose Festival 2019
Opening Parade to kick off Rose Festival T
his year’s Castlerea Rose Festival takes
place from Sunday, July 28th to Sunday, August 4th with a whole host of attractions throughout the week. The festival will begin on Sunday, 28th with the ever-popular Opening Parade, which features some famous inflatables! Castlerea Rose Festival Chairman, John Mulligan, said that following the overwhelming success of last year’s event it was decided to continue with a similar format for this year’s event. “We’re looking forward to another great week of Castlerea Rose Festival events. The weather was good last year and hopefully we get the same this year. We had a fantastic year last year when we decided to stretch the festival out over seven or eight days and focus on one event per night. It’s a very similar schedule this year too with plenty happening right through the week,” he said. One popular event returning this year will be the Photography Exhibition which takes place at Trinity Arts Centre on Tuesday, July 30th. Glynn’s Photography and Sean Browne will be taking part again this year and the com-
mittee has appealed to the people of Castlerea for old photographs to be used solely for the exhibition. ‘Pathway of the High Kings to Clonalis House’ makes a welcome return on Wednesday, July 31st. Mr. Mulligan said: “The walk starts from the SuperValu carpark and takes about 45 minutes to Clonalis House where Pyers O’Conor Nash will give a rundown on the history of the house. There will be an optional BBQ and Evening Garden Party at Clonalis House that evening”. Country music star, Michael English, returns once more for an Open Air Concert at The Fairgreen on Thursday, August 1st. This event is sponsored by Cahill’s SuperValu and will feature a fireworks display after. Admission is just €5 while children will go free! The family fun continues on Friday, August 2nd with live Pig Racing on St. Patrick’s Street from 8 pm. There will also be a BBQ, food stalls, street entertainers and amusements before Ireland’s leading Johnny Cash and June Carter tribute act ‘Cash Returns’ perform on St. Patrick’s Street. Admission is free.
Saturday, August 3rd features the main event, the Rose of Castlerea, from 9 pm at the Trinity Arts Centre. Before that though, there’s plenty of other events taking place throughout the day. The Festival Parkrun will take place from 9.30 am at the Demesne, while The Hub will host a Car Boot Sale from 10 am to 2 pm. There’s fun for the children from 11 am with a Funzone at the GAA club followed by a ‘Funky Kiddies’ Disco’ at 3 pm. The Kearney’s Chemist sponsored Rose of Castlerea Selection Night will kick off at 9 pm with MC Paul Claffey of Midwest Radio. Another wonderful Castlerea Rose Festival will come to a close on Sunday, August 4th with more family fun. At 11 am there will be a Fun Swimming Gala at the outdoor pool while the very popular Clay Pigeon Shoot will return at 12 noon adjacent to The Hub. The Harmac Medical sponsored Family Fun Day will take place from 2 pm at the Somers Park Playground and will feature fly fishing demo, penalty shootout, BBQ, bouncy castles and lots more. There will also be music from The White Cakes. The curtain will come down on the festival at 9.30 pm in the SuperValu carpark with Ireland’s number one ACDC tribute band ‘IEDC’. This is another free event and is sponsored by McGourty’s Bar.
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C ASTLEREA ELV R ECYCLING L TD ., CLOONKEEN, CASTLEREA KEVIN & MARTINA KEENAN TEL: 094 96 21250 MOB: 086 2522231
Who will be crowned Rose of Castlerea? The highlight of the Castlerea Rose Festival takes place at 9 pm on Saturday, August 3rd at the Trinity Arts Centre. The event will see eight hopefuls vying for the Rose of Castlerea crown. The eight hopefuls are: Samantha
Dempsey, Alanna Hanmore, Alannah O’Byrne, Chloe Finan, Janet Feeney, Emily Sharkey, Stacey Mulligan and Tara Muldowney. The event is sponsored by Kearney’s Chemist and MC on the night is Paul
Claffey from MidWest Radio. Admission is €10 for adults and €5 for children. Come along and see who will be crowned the 2019 Rose of Castlerea!
Best wishes to Castlerea Rose Festival from
Senator MAURA
HOPKINS 086 856 4206 maura.hopkins@oir.ie @maurahopkinsfg @hopkins_maura
www.maurahopkins.com
Best wishes to Castlerea Rose Festival from
Samantha Dempsey.
Emily Sharkey.
Stacey Mulligan.
Alanna Hanmore.
Main Street, Castlerea • (094) 96 22776 Harrison Centre, Roscommon Town • (090) 66 34961 Opening hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm
Best wishes to Castlerea Rose Festival from
Castlerea, Co. Roscommon
Tara Muldowney.
Alannah O’Byrne.
Chloe Finan.
Supporting jobs in the local community in Castlerea
CASTLEREA
Garden Centre
Ballymoe Road, Castlerea , Co. Roscommon
Best wishes to l stiva Castlerea Rose Fe QualityTrees Trees and and Shrubs •• Quality Shrubs Hedgingand and Conifers Conifers ••Hedging FruitTrees Trees and and Vegetable Vegetable Plants •• Fruit Plants SummerBedding Bedding Plants Plants ••Summer now in stock now in stock ••Hanging and HangingBaskets Baskets and Window Boxes Boxes filled Window filled
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Best wishes to Castlerea Rose Festival from
Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice
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Patrick Street, Castlerea
Janet Feeney.
& Market Fresh TEL. 087 2299980 paschal.fitzmaurice@gmail.com
Dympna McDonnell, Sean Davies, Megan Morris (Castlerea Rose for 2018), Barbara Morris and Senator Maura Hopkins pictured at the last year’s Castlerea Agricultural Show.
Castlerea Rose Festival 2019 Sunday, July 28th to Sunday, August 4th
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Castlerea Rose Festival 2019
‘Chefs of Roscommon’ at The Hub
Caoimhe Flanagan and Sinead Dobey at Festival 2018.
Gerry Guthrie to perform on opening night! Gerry Guthrie will take centre stage on opening night at this year’s Castlerea Rose Festival on Sunday, July 28th. Festival Chairman, John Mulligan, said: “The festival will start with the opening parade. Last year we ran the parade on the Saturday and we had people wondering whether we could run it earlier on the Sunday for the kids so that’s what we are doing this year. “Following the parade we have country music star Gerry Guthrie performing at The Square. He is going very well and he has a very big following so that will be a great night,” he said. The Ballina-based singer has been fronting his own country band for the last number of years and his success on the country music scene has already made him a household name throughout Ireland and the UK. Gerry was awarded the ‘Best Country Musician Award’ at the Sunday World Music Awards in 2014 and ‘Performer of the Year’ at the Irish Farmers Journal Awards in 2015. Sunday, July 28th promises to be a great night of entertainment in Castlerea with the award-winning country music star!
Caroline and Roisin Doherty at Festival 2018.
As part of this year’s Castlerea Rose Festival, The Hub, Castlerea presents ‘Chefs of Roscommon’, an evening of cookery demonstrations from 7.30 pm on Monday, July 29th. There will be demonstrations on the night by Alan Fitzmaurice from The Glass House, Sligo; Alison Crean, The Abbey Hotel, Roscommon; Niall Bracken, Keenan’s, Tarmonbarry; Ryan Flynn, The Yew Tree, Lecarrow and Sinead O’Brien, Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, Meath. Enjoy some wine on the night as you browse
the Artisan Food Market. There will also be spot prize and raffles and food tastings. Tickets are €10 and available locally. John Mulligan said the event was a runaway success last year. “It was originally supposed to be in An Chistin and we thought that if we had 50 people there it would be great. Over 300 people turned up and we had to move it to The Hub! Harmac Medical and Benny’s Deli are the sponsors and FloGas supply all the equipment. There will be demonstrations from Roscommon chefs on the night”.
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Rooskey Heritage Festival
22 - 28 July, 2019
Rooskey Heritage Festival starts on Monday next Sadhbh and Lily Reynolds at 2018 Rooskey Heritage Festival. Picture: Michael McCormack Best wishes to Rooskey Heritage Festival from
Seamus Feeney Agri Consultant
Rooskey Co.Roscommon • General Agricultural Advice • Farm Accounts
FOR APPOINTMENT
Office: 071 96 58931 Mobile: 086 807 17 57 Best wishes to Rooskey Heritage Festival from
Patrick J. Nugent ELECTRICAL Ltd Rooskey, Co. Roscommon
Popular event runs from July 22nd to 28th The Rooskey Heritage Festival returns next Monday (22nd) and runs right through the week until the following Sunday (28th). The popular local event kicks off in Reynolds’ Bar next Monday at 9 pm with a trad session in association with Strokestown Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann. Tuesday is Bluegrass music night at The Weir Lodge with music from 9 pm and free entry on the night. There’s more music on Wednesday, 24th at Noel’s Bar as the South Roscommon Singers’ Circle lead a Singers’ Session from 9 pm. The Festival Marquee comes alive next Thursday (25th) in Rooskey Community Centre as two powerhouses of the
Roscommon music scene, Roscommon Solstice Choir and Knockcroghery’s Ukephoric Ukulele Collective come together to stage a very special concert. Show starts at 8 pm and tickets are €10. The concert will be followed by an after-party in Cox’s Bar at 10 pm. Renowned playwright, Seamus O’Rourke, takes centre stage in the Marquee on Friday, July 26th. Seamus will perform his critically-acclaimed one-man play Padraig Potts’ Guide to Walking, which will be the festival’s very first theatre production. Tickets are €15 (available on website and door) and show starts at 8 pm. The production will be followed by a Monster Trad Session at 10 pm with musicians coming from near and far. Saturday, July 27th features a whole host of day-time activities including a Food and Craft Village from 12 pm to 6 pm on the old factory grounds. This
will feature lots of unique food and crafts ware as well as wellknown vendors. Rooskey Community Centre will play host to a Kids’ Zone from 12-6 pm. It’s €6 per for one day while a weekend pass costs €10. There will be face-painting, bouncy castles, storytelling and a falconry display! Also taking place from 12-6 pm on Saturday, there will be kayak trips and a climbing wall with Shannon River Adventure as well as a Heritage Boats display and boat trips. There will even be a kayak race from 2-3 pm! There will be top class music on Saturday night in The Marquee as Jimmy Buckley headlines this year’s Rooskey Heritage Festival. Jimmy has been performing since 1991 and is one of Ireland’s bestknown entertainers. He will be supported by local band 4Degrees West on the night. Tickets for this must-see
concert are €15 and the show starts at 9 pm and will be followed by late-night tunes with DJ Ronan. This year’s festival goes out with a bang on Sunday, 28th as the Food and Craft Village, Kids’ Zone and River Activities return for a second day. There will also be a Dog Show at the community centre from 3 pm and early evening entertainment from Rooskey Post Office, which will host ‘Unlucky Dip’ and bandstand entertainment on Saturday and Sunday from 3-4 pm as well as Tug O’War on Sunday at 5 pm. The curtain comes down on what promises to be another wonderful, fun-filled Rooskey Heritage Festival on Sunday, 28th as Manic Ukes take to The Marquee from 8 pm. They will be followed by Festival favourites Late Nite Radio from 10 pm. Tickets for Late Nite Radio are €5 and available on the website or at the door.
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Wishing Rooskey Heritage Festival the very best from all of us See you at the festival and while you’re there, info@shannonriveradventure.com try out our Climbing Wall www.shannonriveradventure.com
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Carmel Conroy, James McGlynn, Alan Conroy, Stephen Farrell and Tom O’Neill in Cox’s Bar at 2018 Rooskey Heritage Festival. Picture: Michael McCormack
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22 - 28 July, 2019 Best wishes to Rooskey Heritage Festival from
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Laith Gordon at 2018 Rooskey Heritage Festival. Picture: Michael McCormack
Best wis wishes to Rooskey Heritage Festival from
4 Rooskey Heritage Festival highlights…
Dromod, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim
Call us now to make a reservation on
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071 9638234
Roscommon Solstice Choir and Ukephoric will come together to stage a very special concert at 8 pm in the Festival Marquee at Roscommon Community Centre on Thursday, July 25th. An interesting collaboration to liven up the Marquee!
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2 Seamus O’Rourke at the Marquee! Seamus O’Rourke’s acclaimed one-man play ‘Padraig Potts’ Guide to Walking’ comes to the Rooskey Heritage Festival Marquee on Friday, July 16th. Seamus’ performances are legendary so this is one event you won’t want to miss!
3 Family fun at the weekend Saturday, 27th and Sunday, 28th will feature a whole host of daytime activities including a Food and Craft Fair Village on both days as well as fun for the whole family including Kids’ Zone, Shannon River Adventure and much more!
4 Jimmy Buckley headlines There will be top class entertainment on Saturday 27th with country music star Jimmy Buckley in The Marquee. He will be supported on the night by 4 Degrees West on the night with music afterwards by DJ Ronan.
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Hamrock’s Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel.: (090) 6663325 Saturday, 20th July:
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CASTLECOOTE, CO. ROSCOMMON TEL: (090) 66 63066
Sunday 21st July at 9.30 pm – COUNTRY MUSIC NIGHT
Eamonn Jackson
Have your dancing shoes on and be ready for a great night
OUR FANTASTIC TUESDAY NIGHT MUSIC SESSIONS CONTINUE
All musicians and singers welcome to come along!
Telephone: 090 6626225 Saturday 20th July: 10pm
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Castlecoote Lodge BAR AND LOUNGE
Castlecoote, Roscommon Friday 19th July
IrishTrad Session
Sunday 21st July:
KARA & FERGAL 6PM IN THE MIDDLE BAR
MUSIC, SONG & DANCE!
commencing at 10pm
Musicians, Singers, Dancers, Story-Tellers. All welcome ●
Refreshments ● Music ● Chat
Molly McGuire with mum and dad, Sean and Yvonne, at a welcome reception for returning professors and students from Foothills College in California and Columbia University in New York in the grounds of Ballintubber Castle. Pic: Mick McCormack
Friday Trad session at Castlecoote Lodge The wonderful summer sun may have vanished for now, but traditional musicians, singers and dancers are keeping the sunny atmosphere alive at Castlecoote Lodge this Friday night, July 19th. A great session of music, song and dance will gladden the hearts of participants and all
who attend this renowned session. All performers are most welcome to join in so if you play, sing, dance or tell a good yarn, come along to Castlecoote Lodge for Friday’s session which commences at 10 pm. You’re sure of a warm welcome!
Telephone: 087 6335511
* No Cover Charge, all gigs are at 10pm approx unless stated otherwise * Search for us on facebook: JJ-Harlows - The- Square-Roscommon-Town
The St. Ronan’s Scór Instrumental group entertained the crowd at last Saturday’s All-Ireland Super 8s match between Roscommon and Tyrone at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
... IN THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY
Pictured supporting Roscommon against Tyrone in the Super 8s at Dr. Hyde Park. Picture: Michael McCormack
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Patrick Varley and Kilkenny hurling legend Eddie Keher pictured in Rockfield at a commemoration of Donamon’s senior football championship victories of 1918/19/20. Pic: Mick McCormack
Chairman of Oran GAA Club, Joe Grady and Kilkenny hurling legend Eddie Keher present a plaque to the captain of 3rd Infantry Battalion (Kilkenny) who played Oran in Rockfield as part of a commemoration of Donamon’s senior football championship victories of 1918/19/20. Pic: Mick McCormack
Faces & Places Commemorating Donamon’s three-in-a-row (1918-1920) a century ago …Eddie Keher guests Enjoying the recent commemoration at Rockfield of Donamon’s senior football championship victories of 1918/19/20. Pic: Mick McCormack
Pics: Mick McCormack
Pictured in Rockfield at a commemoration of Donamon’s senior football championship victory of 1919. Left: Caoimhe and Niamh Conneely and Olivia Hussey pictured in Rockfield at a commemoration of Donamon’s senior football championship victories of 1918/19/20. Pic: Mick McCormack
Right: Ann and Joe Grady and Kilkenny hurling legend Eddie Keher pictured in Rockfield at a commemoration of Donamon’s senior football championship victories of 1918/19/20. Pic: Mick McCormack
Billy Reaney and Noel Beirne pictured in Rockfield at a commemoration of Donamon’s senior football championship victories of 1918/19/20. Pic: Mick McCormack
Emma Gately and Aisling Gacquin pictured in Rockfield at a commemoration of Donamon’s senior football championship victories of 1918/19/20. Pic: Mick McCormack
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David McCormack, Caroline McCormack, David Mullen, Tom Lavin and Kenneth McCormack pictured in Dalton’s Pub, Fuerty following the All-Ireland Super 8s match between Roscommon and Tyrone. Pic: Mick McCormack
Rachel McGrath, Aisling Banahan and Ciara Ruane pictured in Dalton’s Pub, Fuerty following the All-Ireland Super 8s match between Roscommon and Tyrone. Pic: Mick McCormack
Faces and Places Super evening in Dalton’s, Fuerty after the Super 8s! Pics: Mick McCormack Megan and Patricia Dolan pictured in Dalton’s Pub, Fuerty following the All-Ireland Super 8s match between Roscommon and Tyrone. Pic: Mick McCormack
Laura Thomas, Ali Crean and Megan Dolan pictured in Dalton’s Pub, Fuerty following the All-Ireland Super 8s match between Roscommon and Tyrone. Pic: Mick McCormack
Padraig Cuddy, Paula Keane, Ann Marie Keane, Brendan Kelly and PJ Lynch pictured in Dalton’s Pub, Fuerty following the All-Ireland Super 8s match between Roscommon and Tyrone. Pic: Mick McCormack
John Brandon and Susan Keane pictured in Dalton’s Pub, Fuerty following the All-Ireland Super 8s match between Roscommon and Tyrone. Pic: Mick McCormack
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PROPERTY PARTNERS
EARLEY
Institute of Professional Auctioneer & Valuers
PSRA Licence No. 001481
FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON THURSDAY 25TH JULY 2019 at 3pm IN THE CENTRAL BAR, THE SQUARE, ROSCOMMON TOWN (UNLESS PREVIOUSLY SOLD). A RENOWNED PUBLIC HOUSE ON A SITE AREA OF APPROX.
1.7 ACRES
THE “SHANNONVIEW LOUNGE” A primely located 3 B/R residential 7 day licensed premises of approx. 2,350 sq.ft LOCATED AT
AN ATTRACTIVE ROADSIDE HOLDING OF LANDS CONTAINING APPROX.
PRIME LANDS CONTAINING APPROX.
51 ACRES
28.2 ACRES
LOCATED AT
LOCATED AT
Cargins, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon
Lisnaville, Fuerty, Co. Roscommon
Portrunny, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon
F42 C798 A renowned 3 B/R public house standing on a substantial site are of approx 1.7 acres overlooking Portrunny Bay Harbour and the famous River Shannon. The said property can be sold with the benefit of a full clean 7 day license or independently for residential purposes should market interest dictate. Legal: Peter H. Jones, Solicitor, Goff St, Roscommon. (090) 66 26925.
An extremely attractive roadside holding of lands located on the main Roscommon/Tulsk N61 road adjacent to Tulsk Village. The lands are of good quality dual purpose agricultural lands. The location and quality of the lands speaks for themselves and viewing is highly recommended by the Auctioneer. Standing on the said lands is a derelict 3 B/R two storey residence with 2 bay hay barn set adjacent. Legal: Mr. John Murray, Messrs. Reid & Sweeney, Townspark, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal. (071) 985 1897. Joint Selling Agents: Vincent Egan & Co, Elphin Street, Boyle, Co. Roscommon. (071) 966 2464
Prime agricultural lands containing approx. 51 acres in total located in a renowned agricultural district close to Castlecoote village and only approx. 6 km from Roscommon town. The said lands must be of interest to all local farmers wishing to increase their existing holdings and can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate: Lot Size Guide Price A The Entire € 220,000 1 Approx. 4.79 acres € 40,000 2 Approx. 2.76 acres which had FPP (PD/08/805) for a dormer style residence. (Expired. 14/08/18) €30,000 3 Approx. 4.64 acres €5,000 4 Approx. 20.83 acres € 55,000 5 Approx. 7.53 acres € 45,000 6 Approx. 4.81 acres € 15,000 7 Approx. 5.51 acres € 30,000 LEGAL: Terry O’Keeffe, Solicitor, Abbey St. Roscommon, (090) 66 26239. Joint Selling Agents: Michael O’Rourke Auctioneer, Creggs, Co. Galway. 090 66 21125.
FULL LEGAL PACKS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION FROM 2:30 PM ON THE DAY OF THE AUCTION OR IN ADVANCE FROM THE APPOINTED SOLICITOR.
Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon Email: jearley@propertypartners.ie www.propertypartners.ie Tel: (090) 6626579 / 6626796 Fax: (090) 6625405
Quality five-bedroomed Kilteevan property available at Earley’s This week, David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley is offering to the market a luxury fivebedroomed, dormer-style residence of
approximately 2,075 square feet, located at Aughmagree, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon. Price region: €250,000. David describes the property as being
“a quality property finished to a very high standard by its present owners with many extra features and boasting spacious living accommodation throughout. The said residence stands on a large mature site area of c. 0.54 of an acre and commands excellent views of the surrounding picturesque countryside situated within walking distance of Kilteevan village, school, public house and church”. Primely located approximately 4.8km from Roscommon town just off the main Lanesboro road, the auctioneer now invites immediate viewing and all offers to sell. BER: C3. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, the Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email ddiffley@propertypartners.ie.
24, Forest View, Ballygar.
A delightful Ballygar Prime retail unit available to let bungalow!
Aughmagree, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon. Price region: €250,000.
Castleview Terrace, off Castle Street, Roscommon town
This week, John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley is offering, new to the market, a primely located and spacious retail unit at Castleview Terrace, off Castle Street, Roscommon town. John describes the property as being, “a quality ground floor retail/office property of approximately 1,050 square feet, finished to a high standard and with the benefit of a substantial car park servicing”. The said property is ready to occupy and would suit various commercial pursuits
due to its quality, location, large shop front, display windows and spacious accommodation throughout. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to let. Terms negotiable. BER: C1. For further details or to arrange a viewing, contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log on to www.propertypartners.ie.
Moran & Co. in Ballygar are pleased to offer to the market this delightful three-bedroomed bungalow at 24, Forest View, Ballygar. This property has a prime residential location on the edge of the town. The property is in nice condition with a fitted kitchen, tiling, flooring, etc. and is beside all amenities in town. This is an excellent opportunity to
purchase a bungalow for retirement, investment or a small family home. Inspection recommended. Offers over €130,000 to the auctioneers. After a number of recent sales, we require properties for waiting clients – houses, farms and commercial. To contact David Moran, at Moran & Co., Ballygar, phone 0906624531.
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NEW TO THE MARKET
KILLASTER, BALLINAGARE, ROSCOMMON, F45CX29
Quality semi-detached residence new to market at REA Seamus Carthy Quality 4 bed detached bungalow set on mature site of 0.5 acres. AMV: €150,000. Enquiries now invited.
New to the market this week at REA Seamus Carthy, is a quality three-bedroomed, semi-detached residence in the Shanacloon residential estate in Ballinagare village. This select property is finished to a high standard
throughout and is situated adjacent to the village of Ballinagare. The property is in a highly convenient location close to all amenities in Ballinagare village and is easily accessible to the N5 Dublin- Castlebar Road. Excellent
opportunity to purchase quality home at great value. Seamus Carthy now invites immediate viewings and all offers to sell. For viewings or more information, phone 090-6630001 or email: info@reacarthy.ie.
NEW TO THE MARKET
PULLBOY, BRUSNA, BALLAGHADEREEN, ROSCOMMON, F45 F220
Quality bungalow in highly sought after location Substantial 6 bed family home with outbuildings set on 0.49 acre site. AMV: €95,000. Enquires now invited
On the market this week from REA Seamus Carthy, is a quality four-bedroomed, semi-detached dormer bungalow with a detached garage and separate fuel store, set on a most attractive site on the Walk road, Roscommon town.
‘Ros Rio’ is situated in a highly sought after residential location in Roscommon Town and within walking distance from all amenities. The said residence was built in the 1980s and comprises of a living
room, kitchen/dining room, conservatory, four double bedrooms and two shower rooms. Tarmac driveway to front with detached garage/ utility to side. Seamus says: “Seldom does
NEW TO THE MARKET
Great selection of residences on the market at Sean Naughton Auctioneers
MULLYMUX, ROSCOMMON
Rusheen, Castleplunkett village, Co. Roscommon.
Earley’s Property of the week
A most attractive parcel of roadside land containing 10.77 hectares/26.6 acres. Offers now invited.
ROSCOMMON TOWN T: 090 66 30001 • W: www.reacarthy.ie PSRA Licence No. 002782
such a quality bungalow home come to the market in this sought after location and immediate enquiries are strongly advised”. For viewings or more information, phone 090-6630001 or email info@reacarthy.ie.
This week, John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley is seeking all offers after €150,000 for an an attractive four-bedroomed, two-storey residence standing on approx. 13.2 acres of lands located at Rusheen, Castleplunkett village, Co. Roscommon. John describes the property as being, “a most attractive four-bedroomed, two-storey detached residence standing on approx. 13.2 acres of prime good quality village
side lands with dual road frontage. The said residence is presented for sale in excellent condition throughout, having been carefully maintained and modernised in recent years”. The said property can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate and is set out as follows: lot 1: the entire, lot 2: four-bedroomed residence standing on approx. 0.75 of an acre, (all offers after €80,000 to sell), and lot 3: approx. 12.45 acres of lands only, (all offers
after €70,000 to sell). Also available, is an approximately 1.03 acre field located in the village centre, all offers after €5,000 to sell. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. BER: C3. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, the Square, Roscommon on 090-662657 or email jearley@propertypartners.ie.
Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to accept final offers on a large fivebedroomed luxury detached residence for sale by private treaty located at Dudley Heights, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway, right. Accommodation includes: kitchen/dining room, living room, five bedrooms (two ensuite), utility, toilet, and family bathroom. The property has tarmac drive to the front, with ample off-street parking and a garden area to the rear with mature shrubs. The property overlooks the green area and is in excellent condition throughout. Viewing is highly advised. This property is located two minute walk from all local amenities such as the supermarket, coffee shop, licenced premise, church, national and secondary schools. The property would suit an investor or make an ideal family home. Open to realistic offers For further details, please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net
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Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel. (090) 6663700. Mob. (086) 8985013
www.connaughtonauctioneers.ie NEW TO THE MARKET
NEW TO THE MARKET
NEW TO THE MARKET
NEW TO THE MARKET
c. 20.95 Acres at
Three Bedroom Cottage at
Three Bedroom Residence at
Five Bedroom Residence at
FOHENAGH MORE, BALLINTUBBER, CO. ROSCOMMON
COOLUSTY, ATHLEAGUE, CO. ROSCOMMON
CARROWREAGH ROAD, ATHLEAGUE VILLAGE, CO. ROSCOMMON F42 TE84
LOWTOWN KILCASHEL, BALLYDANGAN, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON
• Prime parcel of agricultural lands containing c 20.95 acres predominately good quality • Located just off the old Athlone to Ballinasloe road in a renowned farming district • These lands hold huge potential with extensive road frontage • These lands offer the opportunity for a local farmer to increase their existing holding For further details contact the office on 090-6663700
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Prime opportunity to acquire residence in need of renovation • Located c. 1 mile from Athleague Village with unrivalled views of the surrounding countryside • The residence stands on a c. 0.66 acre mature site • Viewing comes highly recommended. To arrange a viewing call the office on 090-6663700 Viewings at evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays also accommodated
• New to the market, three bedroom cottage standing on c. 0.65 acres • With unrivalled views of the surrounding countryside and coming with outbuildings to rear • This property is an ideal renovation project • Viewing comes highly recommended and is strictly by appointment Viewings at evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays also accommodated
NEW TO THE MARKET
NEW TO THE MARKET
Two Bedroom Bungalow at
Three Bedroom Cottage at
CLONOWN, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON
RACECOURSE ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN
N37 R827
F42 ET98
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Very attractive two-storey residence located in Athleague Village and within walking distance of all amenities • The residence has a gross internal area of c. 1,750 sq. ft • Standing on a large site c. 0.32 acres • Viewing comes highly recommended. To arrange a viewing call the office on 090-6663700 Viewings at evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays also accommodated
NEW TO THE MARKET
c. 143.40 ACRES AT CORRAREE & BALLYGATTA, CASTLESAMPSON, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON
F42 PP64
BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON FRIDAY 30TH AUGUST AT 4PM IN GULLANE’S HOTEL, BALLINASLOE
• Two bedroom bungalow residence in need of renovation • Located beside the Church in Clonown, c. 3.5 miles from Athlone Town • The residence stands on c. 0.69 acres with outbuildings and garden to rear including a two-bay hayshed • Also for sale c. 6.68 Acres set out in three lots.
• Very attractive three bedroom cottage in good condition • Located on a large site in much sought after residential area in Roscommon Town. • The residence boasts spacious living accommodation throughout and is deceivingly large in size with viewing highly recommended
For further details contact the office on 090-6663700 Viewings at evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays also accommodated
For further details contact the office on 090-6663700 Viewings at evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays also accommodated
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Prime farm of lands to come on the open market Lot 1: c. 77.77 Acres with Farm Buildings Lot 2: c. 52.43 Acres Lot 3: c. 13.20 Acres Lot 4: Entire Property (c. 143.40 Acres with Farm Buildings) • Being sold with farm entitlements • Enquiries to Sole Selling Agents Connaughton Auctioneers on 090-6663700 Solicitor for the carriage of sale: Hayden & Co. Solicitors, Athlone Tel: 090-6470622
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Two one-bedroomed apartments for sale in Roscommon town This week, Oates Auctioneers has for sale two luxury one-bedroomed apartments, located and 1 and 2 An Cuinne, Convent Court, Roscommon town, F42 EK65 and F42 KW30. The self-contained apartments are recently renovated and are presented for sale in immaculate condition, in an ideal location adjacent to all town amenities. Each apartment has independent access and generous private parking and consists of open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room with a large, en-suite bedroom. Outside, there are main-
PSRA Licence No: 003201
NEW TO THE MARKET C. 17 Acres with 0ld residence standing thereon
Killinvoy, Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon
tenance free grounds with private site at the rear holding obvious further development potential subject to planning permission be-
ing obtained. Price region: €200,000. For details, contact Oates Auctioneers (Roscommon) Ltd., Church
Street, Roscommon town, Co. Roscommon. Tel: 090-6627878. Email: info@oates.ie/see www. oates.ie
Final offers sought on Ballymurray lands Sean Naughton Auctioneer is offering c11.5 acres of good quality land for sale by private treaty at Newtown, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon. The property holds development potential subject to planning permission being granted. Price on application. Maps are available at the office for inspection and we now invite final offers. For further information please contact the office on 0906625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net
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 PRSA no. 001821
NEW TO THE MARKET FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Two Old Residences on 1 Acre Site COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
KNOCKCROGHERY, CO. ROSCOMMON Two Old Residences on a 1 acre site located in the centre of Knockcroghery Village. Offers Excellent Development Potential Price on Application
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FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY 78 HAWTHORN DRIVE, ROSCOMMON TOWN 3 Bedroom Luxury Detached Residence with Garage Price on Application
C. 17 acres of good quality Agricultural land with benefit of Old dwelling house standing thereon. The lands are elevated, offering excellent views of the surrounding countryside with a selection of mature beech trees straddling the border. Best described as good quality lands in one block - serviced by Mains water. Located just off the main Roscommon/ Athlone route, 2 miles from the villages of Knockcroghery and Lecarrow and only 15 minutes’ drive to Athlone Town Centre. This holding offers adjoining farmers an excellent opportunity to increase their existing holdings or are ideal to build a replacement dwelling house on, subject to Planning Permission. Price Region: POA -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
FOR SALE FORMER SHOWHOUSE
No 9 The Fairways, Roscommon Town F42 R588
78, Hawthorn Drive Roscommon town
Large three-bedroomed detached residence at Hawthorn Drive Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer to the market, for sale by private treaty, a large detached residence, with garage, located at 78, Hawthorn Drive Roscommon town, in a much sought after area. Accommodation briefly consist of three- bedrooms (one ensuite), kitchen, dining room, living room, utility and family bathroom. This property has additional benefit of exclusivity, as it is a large corner site with mature gardens to the front and rear, with hedging that offers complete privacy and seclusion. This property is located in a much sought after area is located within walking distance of Roscommon hospital and the town centre. Viewing is highly recommended with sole auctioneer price on application. For further details, please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net
New to the market in Knockcroghery village Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer, new to the market, two old residences on a one-acre site with massive commercial development potential located in the heart of Knockcroghery village. Price on application. For further details please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net
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Final Offers Now Being Accepted FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY NEWTOWN, BALLYMURRAY, CO. ROSCOMMON
Impressive former showhouse finished to a very high standard and located in a mature residential area on the Golf Links Road, adjacent to Roscommon Golf Club. Spacious accommodation includes: - Entrance hallway, Sitting room, Living room, Kitchen/ Dining room, Utility, 4 large Bedrooms and family bathroom. Overall this is a quality residence for which the Auctioneers invites viewings and offers. Price Region €280,000 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NEW TO THE MARKET Rinnegan, St John’s, Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon F42 DF77 Exceptional 6-bedroom dormer style residence located in a quiet country setting overlooking Lough Ree and within easy commuting distance to Roscommon and Athlone Town Centres. This property, which is 6 years old, is finished to a very high standard, boasting an open plan layout with large windows and patio doors offering exceptional views of surrounding countryside and Lough Ree. Detached garages to side and rear together with a landscaped 0.5-acre mature site area. Viewing of this exceptional property is highly recommended. Price Region: €325,000 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NEW TO THE MARKET Residential Farm on c. 23 Acres
Castlesampson, Athlone, Co. Roscommon N37 K0T6 Superb parcel of lands extending to c. 23 acres set out either side of the public road offering substantial road frontage with previous planning permission obtained thereon – Ref PD7520. Standing on the said lands is a well presented 4-bedroom bungalow residence together with a number of traditional stone outbuildings and a derelict stone cottage. This property is located 10 minutes from Athlone Town Centre in a quiet country setting. The lands and bungalow can be sold independently should market interest dictate. For further details, maps etc please contact the Auctioneers. Price Region: POA
C11 .5 Acres of Good Quality land at Newtown, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon. Development potential subject to planning. Price on Application Knockcroghery village
Church Street, Roscommon town, CO. ROSCOMMON TEL: 090 6627878 FAX: 090 6627877 E-mail info@oates.ie Website: www.oates.ie
The Manse, Northgate Street, Athlone, CO. WESTMEATH TEL: 090 6477500 FAX: 090 6477546 E-mail athlone@oates.ie Website: www.oates.ie
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1, Golden Island, Athlone. Athlone. Tel. 090 6449 090 • www.joenaughton.ie • info@joenaughton.ie BARRYBEG LODGE, BARRYBEG, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON This bright 4 bedroom detached bungalow is set in the most beautiful, tranquil surroundings, yet located just off the Roscommon Rd and M6/ N6 Exit 12 and only minutes from the town centre. The property is also within minutes of The Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone Golf Club and Ballybay Primary School. The stunning south facing gardens are completely private and surrounded by mature trees with views of the gardens from all rooms of the house. An added bonus of the property is that can walk from it to the shores of Lough Ree. Price: €380,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
ARDMULLEN, KILTOOM, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON 16 acres Ardmullen, Kiltoom, Co Roscommon. Site Potential. POA –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CORBOLEY, CO. ROSCOMMON This beautiful 4 bedroom bungalow is located close to the beautiful picturesque village of Knockcroghery, 15 minutes drive from Roscommon and 20 minutes drive from Athlone. Standing on ‘c’ 1 acre site with well maintained gardens and also boasting a large detached garage. The bright spacious accommodation comprises, entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, utility, living room, 4 bedrooms (2 of which are ensuite) and a family bathroom. Viewing recommended. Price: €255,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CALTRAGH, RAHARA, CO. ROSCOMMON 16.1 acres on folio no RN21036 16.1 acres of land Caltragh Rahara Co. Roscommon. Folio No. RN21036. Site Potential. POA –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CURRAGHMORE, KILTOOM, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON Exceptional 4 bedroomed bungalow nestled in the scenic rural surrounds of Curraghmore, just off the main Athlone Roscommon route. The property is tastefully decorated to a high standard throughout, incorporating a modern and spacious design to achieve an impressive décor. The property also comprises detached garage and beautifully maintained gardens. Viewing is highly recommended. Price: €340,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
GORT, LECARROW, CO. ROSCOMMON Stunning 4 bedroom detached house located ‘c’ 15 minutes drive from both Athlone town and Roscommon. This A rated new home comprises ‘c’ 240 sq.m. and is finished to a builders finish. Standing on ‘c’ 0.6 acre site. Price: €399,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
HODSON BAY, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON This brand new, superbly presented 4 bedroom detached property is finished to a very high specification. The house is bright, airy and is beautifully designed maximizing use of light. Hodson Bay is one of Athlones’ most sought after locations close to Hodson Bay Hotel and Athlone Golf Club and just a short drive to the town centre & all amenities. This large home comprises, entrance hall, ground floor sitting room with French doors leading onto a patio area, spacious kitchen spanning the width of the property with large sliding doors leading onto a raised balcony with superb views of the surrounding countryside, utility, w.c, office, 4 bedrooms (2 ensuites with walk in wardrobe off the master also) & family bathroom. The property also boasts a two storey garage & landscaped front & back garden. Viewing highly recommended. Price: €600,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
GAILEY, KNOCKCROGHERY, CO. ROSCOMMON Space & comfort sets the tone for this fine three bedroomed detached, cottage style property. Boasting spectacular views overlooking Lough Ree, this turn - key residence was constructed in 2004. Located only 10 mintues from Roscommon Town and 20 minutes from Athlone Town. Viewing is highly recommended. Price: €250,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
17 SLI AN CHOISTE, MONKSLAND, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON This fine property is a well presented 3 bed semi-detached home that has been very well maintained. This property is ideally situated at Sli an Choiste and is within a heartbeat of a number of excellent amenities. The superb location has on its doorstep: Monksland Medical Centre and Clonakilla National School, Bealnamulla. In close proximity, in the heart of the growing business district, is Smiths SuperValu store and Cunninghams Pharmacy. It is also located very close to N6 motorway. Price: €199,000
License No. 003252
7 THE RISE, BARRYMORE, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON This beautiful property is in a tranquil setting yet only minutes away from Athlone town, in a quiet, mature cul-de-sac, just off the main Roscommon Rd. in one of Athlones most sought after locations, close to Hodson Bay Hotel and Athlone Golf course and just a short distance from Athlone Town Centre, itself with all amenities. Standing a large site with beautifully maintained gardens surround by mature trees this would make an ideal family home. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a very substantial and tastefully presented home in this prime residential area. Viewing is highly recommended of this superb family home. Price: €395,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
26 DUN ARD, KNOCKCROGHERY, CO. ROSCOMMON This beautiful 4 bedroom semi-detached home is beautifully decorated and in excellent condition throughout. Conveniently located it is within minutes walk of Knockcroghery village and 20 mins to Athlone & 10 mins to Roscommon Town. Accommodation comprises: entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, utility, guest wc, 4 bedrooms (master en suite) and family bathroom. To the rear of the property is a beautifully maintained garden with patio area and ample off street parking to the front. The home also overlooks a large green area to the front. Viewing recommended. Price: €199,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
10 FOREST MILL CRESENT, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON Beautiful 4 bedroom semi-detached property in a sought after residential location, on the main bus route to the town centre and within walking distance, Supervalu and many more amenities. This home is in great condition. It would make an ideal family home. Accommodation spanning over 3 floors comprises: Entrance Hall, Sitting Room, Kitchen/ Dining Room with patio door to rear, utility, WC, 4 Bedrooms with 2 ensuite and bathroom. Price: €260,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
YEW POINT, HODSON BAY, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON ****A UNIQUE PROPERTY OF .c 140 ACRES IN THE HEART OF IRELAND****. Yew Point is in the vicinity known as Hodson Bay or Barrymore. The property comprises .c 139.85 acres of land on Folio RN84F. The land is mainly zoned as Greenbelt in accordance with the Hodson Bay/Barrymore Area Plan. Permission was granted for the construction of caravan and camping park, with septic tanks, to include toilet block, reception building and service road at Barrymore, Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. POA –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
BARRYMORE, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON Most idyllic sought after location with direct access to, and overlooking Lough Ree. So, if you are looking for a property that provides you with unique internal design, fantastic scenery and a second to none scenic location, then look no further. Barrymore is a charming five bedroom detached family home tastefully finished, and beautifully presented. This property is exceptionally well laid out and has an abundance of natural light flowing through it, with superb lake views from the entire ground floor rooms. This location is perfect for walks and relaxation being surrounded by one of the most beautiful locations in Ireland. It is the idyllic lakeside setting that makes it such an appealing property. Price: €850,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
THE PADDOCK, BARRYMORE, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON This superb residence is in a rural setting yet only minutes away from Athlone town. In brief, the wonderfully elegant accommodation comprises of a 4 bedroom bungalow, standing on mature elevated site with beautifully maintained gardens surround by mature trees. On entering the property, one is immediately greeted with a sense of space and natural light filtering through the entire home. This is a superb opportunity to acquire a very substantial and tastefully presented detached home in this prime residential area. Viewing is highly recommended of this superb family home in this tranquil and scenic rural setting yet within easy access of the many amenities including excellent schools, leisure activities and an extensive range of shopping facilities. Price: €590,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
POLLALAHER, BRIDESWELL, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON Exceptional detached property comprising of 5 bedrooms comes to the market standing on an extensive site with superb views of the surrounding countryside. This unique property offers tranquil country living, bright, spacious accommodation, ideal for family living, excellent size gardens 4 acres to the rear of the property and a mature residential setting located just 15 minutes’ drive from Athlone town. It is also just 5 miles from the M6 and 35 minutes’ drive from Galway City. It also boasts a detached garage to the rear. This home must be viewed to be appreciated. Price: €300,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
3 EXCISE ST., ATHLONE, CO. WESTMEATH This 4 bedroom terrace property is located within minutes walk of the town centre in the Left Bank area of Athlone. The accommodation comprises, entrance hall, sitting room, living room, kitchen/dining room, utility, 4 bedrooms (ensuite) and a family bathroom. There is a secure garden to the rear with patio area and the property would make an ideal investment opportunity or family home. Price: €210,000
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Modern residence at Ballyclare Court, Ballyleague Licence No 001673
Currently on sale at Ballyclare Court is No. 15. Ballyclare Court in Ballyleague is a modern development of thirty-five detached and semi-detached family homes. The beauty of living in Ballyclare Court is that you have magnificent views of Lough Ree from the front of the estate and you have a footpath to take you to the local GAA Sports Club, Church in Ballyleague, the local National School, as well as the various shops, supermarket, and doctor’s medical surgery in the twin villages of Ballyleague and Lanesborough. Ballyleague boasts public and private marinas, restaurants, shops and Rosie’s Bar and Lounge. The area offers wonderful walks through native woodlands, and lakeshore where you can enjoy the flora and fauna. Contact DNG Frank Regan, of Rockwood, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon at 043-3350000, info@frankregan.ie and www.daft.ie/dngfrankregan
Ballyclare, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon, N39 RF96 · Secluded 3 bed cottage on 1.2 acres. · Major development potential. · Prime location beside Lough Ree Nursing Home. · Main services adjacent. ASKING PRICE: €99,500
Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon, N39 KW28
Three-bedroomed cottage at Ballyclare On the books of DNG Frank Regan is a secluded and very private three-bedroomed cottage situated in a prime location beside the Innis Ree Lodge Nursing Home, enjoying peaceful views of Lough Ree and the River Shannon. The property is set on a generous site of c.1.2 acres in a cul-de-sac setting, offering major development potential for retirement bungalows, FTBs or just a retirement home with love for horticulture. The property briefly comprises: entrance porch and hallway, fitted kitchen/living room with solid fuel range which provides for the central heating, comfortable sitting room with double sliding doors overlooking the patio area, three bedrooms and family bathroom. Outside, there is a fuel shed, walled front gardens, and an elevated patio area overlooking Lough Ree and the ‘Cut’ at Curreen. It’s just a short walk to the village and all lo-
· Architecturally designed 4 bed dormer bungalow. · Unrivalled location with uninterrupted views of Lough Ree. · Large mature private rear garden. · Property in need of modernisation. ASKING PRICE: €219,500
15 Ballyclare Court, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon, N39 YD72 · Attractive 3 bed semi-det residence. · Much sought after residential location.
cal amenities including medical centre, churches, recreation, sporting, boating, angling facilities and two marinas. Contact DNG Frank Regan, of Rockwood, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon at 043-3350000, info@frankregan.ie and www.daft.ie/dngfrankregan
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SALMONS LANE, BALLYLEAGUE, LANESBORO, CO ROSCOMMON 19 ACRES OF LAND FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION FRIDAY 16th AUGUST 2019 at 6.30pm At “ROSIES BAR”, BALLYLEAGUE
Good agricultural land located within walking distance of Ballyleague village. The lands adjoin the River Shannon and have extensive road frontage, with potential for 2 building sites (subject to Planning Permission). Highly recommended by the Auctioneer:VINCENT EGAN, Auctioneer & Valuer, Boyle, Co. Roscommon. Contact: 086 8174565/071-9662464 Legal: M/S Byrne, Carolan and Cunningham, Solicitors, Athlone. 090 6478433
· Close to all local amenities. · Exc cond throughout and beautiful rear garden. ASKING PRICE: €139,750
No 1 New Street, Longford Lough Ree House, Main Street, Lanesborough 043 3350000 info@frankregan.ie
Bungalow at Ballyleague is well worth viewing On the books of DNG Frank Regan is a detached dormer bungalow available on the edge of Ballyleague village, offering magnificent views of Lough Ree. The property is in need of some modernisation, but offers the purchasers the opportunity to put their own stamp on it. On the ground floor you have an inviting entrance hall with guest toilet, kitchen with direct views of the lake, spacious utility, downstairs bedroom and a generouslysized living room with open fireplace. The first floor offers three bedrooms. Oil-fired central heating and double glazing throughout. Dual entrance is a bonus. Contact DNG Frank Regan, of Rockwood, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon at 0433350000, info@frankregan.ie or www.daft.ie/dngfrankregan
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Three-bedroomed bungalow on circa 0.54 acres on the outskirts of the award-winning village of Castlecoote.
Attractive bungalow for sale in Castlecoote Located on the outskirts of the award-winning village of Castlecoote sits this very attractive threebedroomed bungalow on circa 0.54 acres, which is on the books of Ivan Connaughton Auctioneers. Unrivalled views of the surrounding countryside can be enjoyed at this ready to move into bungalow. The driveway is fully kerbed and tarmacadamed and accessed via wooden gates to the front. The accommodation includes porch to the front leading into the reception hallway which has
wooden flooring, stira stairs to attic and airing cupboard off. The sitting room is located on the left with feature ‘Boru’ inset stove with back boiler as the focal point, wooden flooring and two windows overlooking the front gardens. Kitchen/dining room has a fully fitted kitchen with integrated hob, oven, extractor fan and fridge freezer along with tiled splash back and flooring. There are uninterrupted views from this room of the rear gardens and surrounding lands. The utility room is off with fully fitted
units, indoor ‘Grant’ oil boiler, tiled flooring door off to guest WC with wash hand basin and tiled flooring. There are three double bedrooms in all, and main bathroom. Features of this beautiful family home include laid lawns to front and rear, natural hedging on side and rear boundaries two garden sheds, well water with filtration system and septic tank. For further details or to arrange viewing at all other times contact the office on 090-6663700 or info@connaughtonauctioneers.ie
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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
JOE HEALY
Phone:
087 2721193
For all your decorating needs CONTACT JOHN
086 4679798 PAINTER & DECORATOR
GATELY GARDENING
Private & Commercial Power washing 25 years experience Free Estimates Given
CORBETT TREE CARE & LANDSCAPING ● General Maintenance Dangerous Tree Removal ● Garden Hedges & Trees reduced and shaped ● Wood Chipping ● Fully Insured Contact Alan on
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087 6558597 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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Tree Services • Hedge Cutting • Dangerous Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Fully Insured
PROFESSIONAL PAINTING & DECORATING CONTRACTOR
www.parklawntreeservices.
Four Roads, Co. Roscommon • Landscaping • Timber Decking • Patios • General Maintenance Contact Liam on 086 8749550 or 090 66 27496
GARDENING
PAINTING & DECORATING
HOLIDAY ACCOMODATION
ALGARVE, ALBUFEIRA, PORTUGAL Luxury 1 or 2 bed apartments for rent, SKY TV, shared pool, for long or short lets, special winter rates. Phone Sean
087 2371716
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
Tel: 087 2264951 Find us on facebook
LIFT REQUIRED ARE YOU TRAVELLING TO ATHLONE IT FROM STROKESTOWN, September to December, mornings around 8.00 am? I would appreciate a lift. Money negotiable for lift. Good company provided. Non-smoker. Tel. 083 0339715
PROPERTIES TO LET/RENT/WANTED TO LEASE: Two bed house to lease near Castlecoote, 3 miles from Roscommon town. Both bedrooms ensuite, viewing by appointment only. Tel: 086 3836415
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
PERSONAL GENT, PROFESSIONAL, would like to meet lady for fun times. All replies answered. Box no. 2054.
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
086 3482387 info@moleskinarchitecture.com
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PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Darragh and Lorraine Collins are applying to Roscommon County Council for Retention Permission to retain an existing domestic garage, and planning permission to construct an extension to an existing dwelling house at Clooncah, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. Signed: James Lohan Consulting Engineer 22 Castle View Terrace, Castle Street, Roscommon. M: 087 8228529 T: 0906627950, jlohan@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, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Joe Dolan intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for Planning Permission to construct the following: 1. Ground floor extensions to existing public house 2. First floor extensions to existing domestic living area to include self-catering accommodation 3. Relocation of car park entrance 4. Upgrade existing treatment system and percolation area The above to be constructed with all associated site development works at Fuerty, Co Roscommon F42 YY20. Signed: Aaron Gill @ James Lohan Consulting Engineer, 22 Castle View Terrace, Castle Street, Roscommon. M:087 8228529 T:0906627950, jlohan@ 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, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Nicola and Cathal Farrell, intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for permission for development at Cloonfower Townland, Rooskey, Co. Roscommon. The development will consist of the construction of a new private dwelling, detached garage, a new entrance, a new proprietary effluent treatment system and polishing filter, and all associated ancillary site works. Signed: Nicola and Cathal Farrell The Planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Clare & Justin Conway, wish to apply to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for Development to include construction of a new dwelling house, garage, wastewater treatment system and all ancillary site works at Newtown, Farragher, Four Mile House, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Clare & Justin Conway
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Classifieds PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Paul Hynes & Rachel Mullen, hereby give notice that we are applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission to (i) demolish existing front and rear extensions (ii) to extend and renovate existing dwelling house and (iii) install a new septic tank system and percolation area and all associated site works at Leamore, Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Lo-Homes Limited Tonamaddy, Creggs, Co. Roscommon. Mobile: 086 8551835 The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Seamus Corcoran, intend to apply for planning permission to Roscommon County Council for the following development: To Construct a New 4 Bay Cattle Shed, to include both Slatted and Solid Floored Lying Areas, and also Farmyard Manure Storage Pit, together with all Associated Site Works at Ballymurray Td, Roscommon, Co Roscommon. Signed: P Durkan & Associates. Telephone: 071-9630037. Mobile: 0861600385. Email: padraic. durkan1@gmail.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 to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without condition, or may refuse to grant permission.
To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Michael Murray, am applying to Roscommon County Council for Planning Permission to construct sludge storage tank on my farm yard at Lisduff, Mount Talbot, Roscommon. Signed: Michael Murray The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying on behalf of Kathleen Mc Neill for planning permission to construct a bungalow type dwelling house and garage with wastewater treatment system and percolation area and all associated site development works at Stonepark Td, Co. Roscommon Signed: AOL Design Ltd. Consulting Engineers, C/O Albert Looby, Killeenboy, Kilteevan, Co Roscommon. Tel: (090) 66 28184. Mobile:(086) 8167365 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 a fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Padraic Byrne, am applying to Roscommon County Council for planning permission to retain domestic entrance and alterations to boundary wall and all associated site development works at The Old Post Office, Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon, F45 RW92. Signed: Padraic Byrne The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.
SITUATIONS WANTED EXPERIENCED BUILDER AVAILABLE: For all types of building work. Specialising in extensions, refurbishments, attic conversions etc. All Insurance Jobs Undertaken. Registered and Fully Insured. Tel: 086 3957842 EXPERIENCED RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE WORKER seeking part-time work. IT Skills, Roscommon/Longford area. Bilingual German/ English. References available. Reply to Box no. 2055.
SITUATIONS VACANT CHILDMINDER REQUIRED to mind two children in the Knockcroghery area, 2/3 days per week. Flexibility required. School terms only. Reply to Box no. 2056.
WINDOW CLEANING WINDOW CLEANING: Competitive rates. All areas covered. Also gutters/ fascias. Contact John: 087 2291931
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TAXIS AND HACKNEYS
TURF/FUEL/ FIREWOOD
USEFUL SERVICES
JOHN BEATTIE
LUKE COEN
Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon
086 2670670
2018 SEASONED TURF also Peat Bedding Available
BUS HIRE FOR ALL OCCASIONS
Pete’s Cabs
Roscommon
– Contact –
Tel: Donal
086 2721812 (All areas)
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
Peter Lynch 086 8400002
FOR SALE: Good black turf (very dry). Bales of hay of newly seeded ground (good). Tel: 086 3903120 or 086 2544294
HUGH KILDUFF CABS
FOR SALE: Large lorry loads of turf. Screened and delivered. Orders for this year’s turf taken now. Tel: 086 7236301
Tel: 086 2479829
FOR SALE: 10 x 6 trailers of good quality turf. Can be delivered. Also, bags of turf available. Tel: 086 3776948.
KELLY’S EYE Taxi and Minibus hire.
PHONE:
087 2727888
TOMMY GILLIGAN
CABS
Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible Call car direct
(086) 2714879
Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business
OIL BOILER SERVICE
ONLY €80 Includes new nozzle, Efficiency report, Printout, etc .... 094 96 31880 087 9100477 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 PAINTER & DECORATOR AVAILABLE: For all your painting needs, keen and competive prices. Tel: Tom on 086 0815802
VINTAGE CLUB
Vintage Club Lecarrow Meeting on Friday, 19th July at 9.30pm in St. John’s Community Centre All welcome
DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS: WASHING MACHINE, REPAIRS, DISHWASHER REPAIRS, OVEN AND TUMBLE DRYER REPAIRS Contact Paul on 086 0538977 087 4046478 www.appliance-repairs.ie
Boiler Replacement Service
TELEPHONE: 086 8099 503
Padraig Healy
USEFUL SERVICES
Meeting on TELEPHONE: Friday, 19th July at 9.30pm in St. John’s Community Centre FOR MORE All welcome INFORMATION
087 7525050
Hot Water Tanks + Immersions Replaced Call L. Coen (087) 1948286
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 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
DOMESTIC PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES & REPAIRS Also available at evening and weekends.
Phone:
086 0280890 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
SEPTIC TANKS EMPTIED DRAINS/SEWERS CLEANED PERMIT NO: NW CPO - 09 - 03267 - 03
TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815 CRASH REPAIRS
| 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
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AtYourService CHIMNEY REPAIRS
To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie
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
BRENDAN DOOLIN
Also Wooden Venetians, Velux Window Blinds. Tel: 090 66 30521 Mobile: 086 8115928
CHIMNEY REPAIRS
WE SUPPLY & FIT Double & Treble Glazed Windows & Doors, Patio Doors, French Doors, Porches and Conservatories
- CCTV Camera Inspection For Professional For Professional Advice Contact Advice Contact: John Hibbitt: Tel: 090
9673336 2678350
Mob: 086 Email:
info@athlonechimneyrepairs.ie
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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.
Te l : 0 8 5 2 1 9 1 2 3 4 email: chrislocksmith.162@gmail.com
WIDE RANGE OF COMPOSITE DOORS 08383
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
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
TARMACADAM - Chimney Repairs - Soot & Smoke Problems - Demolish, Re Build & Re Flue Line - Chimney Fires - Flexible Stainless Steel Liner - Insurance Claims processed
LIFE COACH
LOCKSMITH
WINDOWS/DOORS
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 INSTALLATION
Gerry Monaghan CContact: GGerry M Monaghan h
Contact us for further information
Kiltoom, Athlone, Co. Roscommon T: 090 64 93386 M: 086 8207242 or Darren on 086 8972265
Chasing / Core Drilling Service Domestic & Commercial Prompt Service | Keen Rates | Fully Insured
Call John 087 610 8499
CAREER COACHING: CV WRITING AND UPDATING / INTERVIEW GUIDANCE CHANGING JOB AND HOW TO JOB SEARCH PERSONAL COACHING: BECOME MORE ASSERTIVE/CONFIDENCE BUILDING! HELPING YOU TO LIVE A MORE BALANCED LIFE/DEALING WITH CHANGES IN PERSONAL CIRCUMSTANCES, E.G. RETIREMENT, NEW JOB, SEPARATION, STUCK IN A RUT ETC ...
EDUCATION COACHING: CHOOSING THE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU! HELPING YOU TO MAKE BETTER MORE INFORMED COURSE CHOICES
For appointment call me on 086 8229606 OR email your enquiry to carolinebburke@gmail.com
DRYLINING
Gerry Maguire DRY LINING Specialising in Air-tightness Slabbing Cosy Board ● Suspended Ceilings ● Metal Stud Partitions ● ●
BUILDING CONTRACTOR
BUILDING CONTRACTOR AVAILABLE Building Contractor with 25 years experience available for all types of work including:
• New Builds • Extensions/ Conservatories • House & Office Renovations • Attic Conversions • Garages • Patios Please contact Pat to arrange a free consultation and quotation at 086 8380649
TARMACADAM SERVICES: • Tarmacadam • Kerbing • Patio • Domestic & Commercial
DRILLING SERVICE
CAROLINE BURKE COACHING
Phone: 087 6660409 SPECIAL OFFER SPECIAL OFFER
€395.00 Mira or Triton Showers
Supplied & Fitted Call L. Coen (087) 1948286
Bonded Bead Cavity Wall Insulation Cellulose, Sheepswool, Fibreglass, SIGA Airtightness
CARPENTRY
New Buildings & Retrofit
Ros Carpentry
Call in or contact us for free advice and quotes
ROOFING, CARPENTRY AND BUILDING SERVICE
Ballybane Industrial Estate, Unit 2, Ballybrit Industrial H91 P5k5 BlockEstate, 12, Galway Galway
091 768 768
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
info@ecowise.ie
Tel 085 8057722
www.ecowise.ie
roscarpentry@gmail.com
E: gerrymonaghan1@eircom.net
FARMING
Dead & Worn-Out Animals Contact JOHN GREENE BALLINASLOE TEL: (090) 96 88606 (090) 96 88830 or (090) 96 87651 Lowest price guaranteed Daily collection
DRIVING LESSONS
ROSCOMMON Driving School Phone 087 2295551 Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor
CLEANING
STEPHEN HOARE CLEANING SERVICES • ROSCOMMON • Carpets & Upholstery Cleaning • WINDOW CLEANING • POWER WASHING Fascias & Soffits • Gutters & Down pipes • Drive ways ‘paths and patios’ KEEN and COMPETITIVE PRICES
M: 086 3912396 PH: 090 66 62892
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Classifieds
To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie
Appointments
AtYourService VETERINARY
Submit your Classified online Send your Classified advertisement to advertising@rosommonpeople.ie
or alternatively call 090 66 34633
For all your Veterinary requirements
ROSCOMMON BUILDING COMPANY We are currently seeking a
General Labourer/ Handyman Contact 090-6626753
CAISLEÁN ÓIR, CHILDCARE, MONTESSORI AND AFTERSCHOOL GLINSK COMMUNITY CHILDCARE CENTRE, GLINSK, VIA CASTLEREA, CO GALWAY 094 9655885 EMAIL glinskchildcare@gmail.com F45 PX24
Glinsk Childcare Committee invite applications for the following posts:
ECCE Room Leader - Full Time Post AIM - fixed term contract & Relief Work
The Right Vet for your Pet GlenamaddyVeterinary Clinic F45 F430 Office: 094 9659428 Mobile: 087 2543722 24 Hour Service
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Email: glenvetclinic@gmail.com www.glenamaddyveterinaryclinic.ie
Essential Criteria: • FETAC Level 6 in early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent • Satisfies employment criteria in relation to current relevant legislation including Garda Vetting • Min 2 years’ experience in a childcare setting • Knowledge of Aistear and Childcare Regulations • Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative • Good oral and written communication skills • Ability to relate to children, families and staff Desirable Criteria • FETAC Level 7/8 in Early Childhood Care and Education or equivalent • 3 years’ experience • Knowledge of Montessori Curriculum • Current First Aid, Children First, Manual Handling and any other certificates relevant to Early Childhood Care and Education Shortlisting may apply. Subject to Garda Vetting - please call for a blank vetting form. Job description available on request. Panel may be formed from which future vacancies may be filled including relief. Canvassing will disqualify. Interested parties should send completed Garda vetting form, letter of interest and CV to: The Manager, Caisleán Óir, Glinsk Community Childcare Centre, Glinsk, Via Castlerea, Co. Galway F45 PX24 By 5pm on Thursday August 1st 2019 Glinsk Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunities employer
STROKESTOWN require
Fully qualified Hair Stylist Part-time hours available Please contact Jasmine or Hazel 071 9634750
KLASSIC CLEANERS HAVE A VACANCY FOR A PART-TIME PERSON IN OUR IRONING DEPARTMENT Saturdays and busy/holiday cover Candidates must have good English and be flexible and be able to work with our dedicated friendly team. APPLY TO: manager at klasscleans@gmail.com or drop in your C.V. to Klassic Cleaners, Church Street, Roscommon
EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION – LEVEL 5 The aim of this programme is to provide the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work with children and their families, maintaining a healthy and safe environment and supporting the development of the child through play and a variety of other activities in an Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) setting.
This is a full time course commencing September 2019 at Youthreach, FET Centre, Lisnamult, Roscommon.
THANKSGIVINGS NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Sacred Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask for this special one (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within Your own broken heart where Your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Many thanks. M.K THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. B.F. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. M.B.
UNFAILING NOVENA PRAYER TO ST. ANTHONY Oh Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures made you worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Miracles waited on your word, which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought, I implore of you to obtain for me (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even so, you are the ‘Saint of Miracles’. O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my petition into the ears of the Sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms, and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Publication promised for a great favour received. B.D. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. M.S.
THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. E.F. NOVENA TO ST. JUDE O Holy St. Jude! Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor for all who invoke your special patronage in time of need: to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude pray for us and all who invoke your aid. Amen. (Say 3 Our Fathers, 3 Hail Mary’s & 3 Gloria’s.) Publication must be promised. This Novena has never been known to fail. I have had my request granted. Publication promised. M.S.
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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES FLYNN Clare
SMYTH Eithne
Mountdillon,Curraghroe, Co. Roscommon (2nd Anniversary)
Weekfield, Roscommon. In loving memory of Eithne, who died on the 20th July 2004. R.I.P. (15th Anniversary)
In loving memory of our darling daughter and sister Clare. R.I.P. Who died on 16th July 2017 “Your wings were ready, Clare But we were not”
Loved always and sadly missed by her Ma, Da and brother Peter. Anniversary Mass in St. Cecilia’s Church, Curraghroe on Sunday, 21st July at 10am. Eircode: F42 AF82
The very best this World could hold, A smile for all, A heart of gold, Never selfish, always kind, These are the memories you left behind. We pray that God has given you the peace you’ve truly won.
Always sadly missed by your husband Johnnie. Anniversary Mass in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague on Sunday 21st July at 11am.
CASSIDY Teresa Grange, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon (12th Anniversary)
Treasured memories of a dear daughter and sister, who passed away on 28th July 2007. You are as near as a heartbeat, as close as a prayer, Whenever we need you, we feel you are there. You are not just a memory of a lifetime that’s past, You are ours to remember, as long as life lasts. Will those who think of Teresa today, a little prayer to Jesus say.
Missed everyday by your parents, Seamus and Breege and your brother Lorcan and by all your family and friends. Anniversary Mass in St. Bridget’s Church, Four Mile House on Sunday, 21st July at 11am.
GILL Mary K
BURKE Damian
MONAGHAN Seán
BURNS Conor
Cloonfad, Ballyhaunis, Co. Roscommon 21st July, 2014 (5th Anniversary)
Kilrooskey, Roscommon (2nd Anniversary)
22 Beechgrove, Co. Roscommon. Who died 21st July 2008 (11th Anniversary)
Life is not the same without you, You were so special and wonderful. With love always, we remember you, With fond memories, we think of you. You are too precious to be forgotten, and too priceless to be ever replaced. You were unique and one in a million... You are dearly missed every day in so many ways.
In memory of my loving husband Seán, who passed away on 22nd July 2017. R.I.P.
All our love Mam, Dad, Declan, Eugene and Amanda. Damian’s 5th Anniversary Mass will take place in St. Patrick’s Church, Cloonfad on Sunday, 21st July at 10.30am.
(nee Farrell and formerly Dozin) Weekfield, Roscommon. Treasured memories of Mary K. beloved mother and Nana, who died on the 23rd of July 2005. R.I.P (14th Anniversary)
Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her daughters, sons, daughter-in-law, sonsin-law, grandchildren and extended family. Anniversary Mass in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague on Saturday, 20th of July at 7pm.
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Love Helen. Sean’s 2nd Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Ballagh on Saturday, 20th July at 8pm.
KENNEDY Christy CARTY Joey
Deep are the memories, Precious they stay. No passing of time, Can take them away.
I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new, I thought about you yesterday and the days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name, All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake, with which I’ll never part. God has you in his keeping, I have you in my heart.
Ballydooley, Donamon Remembering you with love, Joey, on this, your 10th Anniversary, July 19th
Time goes by without you, And days turn into years. Each moment holds a memory, And many silent tears. Sometimes it seems a lifetime, Sometimes just a day. But in our hearts and in our thoughts, You are never far away.
Always loved, never forgotton by your family and friends. Masses offered.
Corbo, Kilrooskey (16th Anniversary) In loving memory of Christy, who died on the 22nd July, 2003.
Sometimes it seems a lifetime, Sometimes only a day, But deep in our hearts, dear Conor, You are never far away. Unspoken words, No outward show, But deep inside, we miss you so.
Loved and remembered by Marie, Vincent, Philip, Alex, Christopher, Hilary, Eva, Frank and greatgrandchildren. Anniversary Mass on Saturday, 20th July in Derrane Church at 7 pm.
Mount Mary, Ballygar (2nd Anniversary)
MULLEN Eilish Munsboro, Roscommon (10th Anniversary)
Always remembered by your dad Marty and sister Leah. xx
NAUGHTON Maurice 5 St Theresa’s Terrace (8th Anniversary) Treasured memories of Maurice Naughton, late of 5 St. Theresa’s Terrace, Roscommon, who died on 17th July 2011. RIP
A silent thought A quiet prayer For someone special In God’s care.
Always remembered by his loving family.
LANGAN David
We sat beside your bedside, Our hearts were crushed and sore, We did our duty to the end, ‘Till we could do no more, In tears we watched you sinking, We watched you fade away, And though our hearts were breaking, We knew you could not stay, You left behind some aching hearts, That loved you most sincere, We never shall and never will, Forget you, father dear.
GALVIN Patrick Joseph
11 St. Ciarans Park, Roscommon. Who died on the 20th of July 1993 (26th Anniversary)
In loving memory of our dear Eilish, who passed away on 6th July, 2009 R.I.P. In Loving memory of Joe who passed away on 19th July 2017. R.I.P. Deep are the memories, Precious they stay. No passing of time, can take them away. Time slips by, life goes on, but from our thoughts you are never gone. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Sadly missed by his wife Dympna, sons Niall and Lóman, daughter-in-law Majella and grandson Iarla. Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Ballygar, Co. Galway on Friday, 19th July at 7.30pm.
The happy times we once enjoyed How sweet their memories still What it has meant to lose you God alone will ever know But death has left a vacant place This world can never fill God bless you dear Eilish for those precious years.
Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by Mam, Dad, Mary, Patrick, Eamonn, Lorcan and David. Eilish’s Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Derrane Church on Saturday, July 20th at 7 pm.
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A special day, another year A loving thought, a silent tear A little paryer, to keep in touch With someone loved, and missed so much.
Always remembered by your loving wife Kathleen, daughters Jackie, Claire, Ena, Sharon, sons David and Thomas, sons-in-law Brendan and Tim, daughters-in-law Aine and Michaela and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 20th July.
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FAMILYNOTICES .... MURPHY Thomas Feeragh, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon Who died in July, 1969 (50th Anniversary)
Our thoughts are ever with you, though you have passed away, memories of ou linger and ever come our way. No farewell words were ever spoken. Those we love don’t go away. Thank you for living and sharing along with our wonderful Mother, Elizabeth, who made our home complete.
Loved and remembered by your son and daughter-inlaw, daughters and sons in-law and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass for Mum and Dad on Thursday 18th July in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery at 9.30am.
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BURNS Mount Dillon, Curraghroe, Co. Roscommon In loving memory of Joey Annie Carmel
27th July 2007 25th September 2000 14th September 1976 11th Anniversary 18th Anniversary 42nd Anniversary In loving memory of Joey, Carmel and Annie “Until we meet again” Those special memories of ye will always bring a smile If only we could have ye back for just a little while Then we could sit and talk again, just like we used to do Ye always meant so very much and always will too. The fact that ye are no longer here, will always cause us pain But ye are forever in our hearts, until we meet again.
Sadly missed by the Burns family.
NAUGHTON (nee Quinn) Nano Thornfield, Mount Talbot, Co. Roscommon Who died on 30th April, 2019
GERAGHTY Martin Moneymore, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon (5th Anniversary)
Your life was love and labour Your love for your family true You did your best for all of us We will always remember and love you
From Noreen and all your family. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 20th July at 7pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery.
TREACY Al Frenchlawn, Ballintubber and Burt, Co. Donegal (9th Anniversary) In loving memory of our dear brother Al, who passed away on 23rd July 2010. Rest in Peace
The family of the late Nano Naughton would like to thank all those who sympathised with us on the occasion of our recent bereavement. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all our relatives, neighbours and friends who attended the Removal, Funeral Home and Burial and who sent cards, letters, messages of sympathy, called and travelled long distances to be with us. We would particularly like to thank Fr. Francis Beirne, P.P., assisted by Nano’s nephew, Fr. James Quinn, P.P., Taugheen, who celebrated her Funeral Mass. Also, thanks to Fr. Eugene McLoughlin, P.P., Athleague. Thanks to Mairead Crowley and Grace Hevehan for their beautiful music and singing. Thank you to Roscommon University Hospital, the Palliative Care Team and all the Nurses for their wonderful care and compassion shown to Nano in her final days. A special word of thanks to Dr. Martin Daly and his staff, the Public Health Nurse at The Health Centre, Ballygar for their care and attention. To those who donated to Hospice Care, thank you. A special word of thanks to our mother’s wonderful carers, about whom we could never say enough. Thank you to all those who provided refreshments. Our gratitude also to our neighbours, Ballygar Bridge Club and John and Noeleen Fallon, Ballygar. Thank you to Roscommon Golf Club for forming a Guard of Honour at the Church and to our neighbours, the Handball Club and the Primary School Children for forming a Guard of Honour in Mount Talbot village, which was a lovely gesture. Thank you to David Moran Funeral Undertaker, Ballygar, for his support and professionalism. Thanks also to the gravediggers who prepared Nano’s final resting place with such care and attention. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this as a token of our deep gratitude. Nano’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in Church of The Good Shepherd, Four Roads, onFriday 26th July, 2019 at 7.30pm.
DONNELLY Bridie (14th Anniversary)
To hear your voice To see your smile To sit and talk with you a while To be together in the same old way Would be our dearest wish today.
Fondly remembered by her husband Sean, daughters Pauline, Geraldine and Martina, sons Joe and David, daughter-inlaw Jayne, sons-in-law Jonathan, Gerard and Enda and grandchildren Laura, Lochlainn, Keelan, Grace, Olivia, Jessica, Carla, Hazel, Ava and Sean. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Will those who think of her today A little prayer to Jesus say.
Lovingly remembered by her sisters, Ellie and Sheila, their husbands and families. Anniversary Mass in Rahara Church on Sunday, 21st July at 10am.
NEILAN Thomas (Senior) Castlecoote, Roscommon. Who died on 24th July 1969 RIP (50th Anniversary)
A silent thought, A quiet prayer, For a special person in God’s care.
Always remembered by his family.
HAYDEN Joe Lisagallon, Roscommon. (5th Anniversary) In loving memory of Joe, who died on 21st July 2014
Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a hanam Dílis.
Full Cry leads over the last from Cecil Corbett, far side, and Ellie Mac in Roscommon.
Racing and Bulmer’s Live Music Festival returns to Leopardstown today with racing on the level starting at 5.40 pm. Carnival Extravaganza is the theme of the music with Stomptown Brass, Helga’s Victorian Circus with special guest star Baroness Von Boomdea, the Samba Ladies providing after racing fare as The Mardi Gras comes to D4. The penultimate meeting of the Killarney Six-Day Festival features national hunt racing off at 2.25 pm. Tomorrow there is a national hunt card at Kilbeggan off at 5.35 pm along with the finale at Killarney on the level at 1.55 pm. Saturday sees the first of a two-day meeting at headquarters featuring the Irish Oaks and the Ladies Derby, a handicap, off at 2.15 pm. Sunday’s card features two Group 2 races, the Friarstown Stud and Kilboy Estate Stakes and starts at 2 pm. The second meeting is an unusual all national hunt meeting at Tipperary featuring six chases off at 1.40 pm. Ballinrobe race on Monday, flat card at 5.35 pm, and Tuesday, a jumping card, both evening meetings. Ballydoyle’s Ten Sovereigns landed a touch in winning the Darley July Cup at Newmarket last Saturday, backed into 9/2 from 7/1. He reversed Commonwealth Cup Royal Ascot form with runner-up Advertise, 3/1 favourite, and his stable mate Fairyland filled the third spot. The winning distances were 2¾l and ¾l. On Sunday Aidan O’Brien won the Grand Prix de Paris with Japan by ½l and ¾l from Slalom and Jalmoud. Ryan Moore was completing a Group 1 double aboard both horses. There are thirteen left in the Irish Oaks on Saturday, six from Ballydoyle, one each from Joseph O’Brien, Dermot Weld, Jim Bolger and Jessica Harrington with three cross channel raiders, two from Ralph Beckett and John Gosden’s Star Catcher, supplemented at accost of €40,000. The Aidan O’Brien selection looks like Pink Dogwood, his son’s Iridessa and the supplemented Star Catcher, winner of the Ribblesdale Stakes, should fight out the finish. Any one of them could win on the day but I would nail my colours to the mast of Pink Dogwood to keep the race at home, a race that has been exported 13 out the last 20 years.
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Will those who think of Joe today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
Remembered with love always by Sylvie, Nora and family.
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Always remembered by Bernadette and family. Mass has been offered.
Next Friday Kilbeggan stages it’s richest race ever, the new AXA Smart Farm Insurance Midland’s National with a prize fund of €100,000. The meeting will start at 5.35 pm with the Tom McCormack Memorial Maiden Hurdle with sixteen entered, followed by the Coola Maiden Hurdle sponsored by Tom Lynam with 25 possible runners and the handicap hurdle sponsored by Kilbeggan Irish Whiskey has 14 entries. The handicap hurdle that follows has 15 potential runners with the Irish Stal-
lion Farms EBF sponsoring the 19-runner beginners chase, and the penultimate race is the feature AXA Smart Farm Insurance Midland’s National has 19 entered. Racing closes with a bumper for amateur riders with the smallest entry of the day thirteen. The annual Best Dressed Lady Competition with a Prize fund worth €5,000 for the winner takes place and it’s sponsored by Bellamianta Luxury Tanning, Wineport Lodge and O’Brien’s Wines. The judges are Ashlee Coburn, founder of award-winning fashion blog Oh So Femme and Mandy Maher of Catwalk Model Agency who is also a regular stylist on TV3’s Ireland AM. Gordon Elliott has eight entered in the feature, Joseph O’Brien, Henry de Bromhead and Noel Meade have two each, Willie Mullins, Tom Mullins, John Ryan, James Motherway and Matthew Smith complete the field with one apiece. Difficult to assess but if Full Cry and Cecil Corbett turn up, first and second in the Connaught National in Roscommon, that form should be good enough with Cecil Corbett to prevail once again.
General News Ronan McNally’s veteran See Double You failed in his bid to become the first 16-Y-O to win over fences in Britain in 1997 at Southwell on Tuesday evening. See Double You won over hurdles at Roscommon last week, but in the hands of Aidan Coleman he had to give way to Mr Mafia. Last evening cross channel jockey Frankie Detorri had four mounts at Killarney, two for Dermot Weld and one each for Fozzy Stack and Johnny Murtagh. His first mount Time Tunnel for Dermot Weld led for most of the trip and just when he looked a winner Tom Madden pounced again on Jessica Harrington’s Tauran Shaman to get up under the shadow of the post by ½l with Prisoner’s Dilemma 3½l back in third. This completed an across the boards for Harrington who also won the 2nd in Fairyhouse with Nope.
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Marie Keane, Newtown, John Egan, Ballinlough and Mary Loughnane, Ballinasloe are off to Kilbeggan on Friday to enjoy the AXA Midlands National compliments of Paddy Dunican. First chance to win tickets for Roscommon on August 6th, compliments of Michael Finneran and his Board and all we want to know which horse won the Irish Oaks, but you will have to wait until Saturday to find out? Answers as usual please on a post card to The Roscommon People, Abbey Street Roscommon or by email to tomred17@ gmail.com by 12 pm on the 31st of July not forgetting to include your name, address and a contact phone number with all competition entries. As usual all tickets will have to be collected in the office in Abbey Street.
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See pages 52 – 55 Tyrone’s Colm Cavanagh rises above Cathal Cregg to collect a high ball during last Saturday’s All-Ireland Super 8s Group Two match at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
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Walker crowned Leinster Boys’ Open champion! THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner
18-year-old Roscommon Golf Club member, Simon Walker, joined a very prestigious list last Thursday at Waterford Golf Club. Walker had held his nerve to finish on three under par following three days of top-class golf to clinch victory in the Leinster Boys’ Amateur Open Championship. Simon joins the likes of Padraig Harrington, Shane Lowry, Des Smith and many more big names in Irish golf having won this prestigious title. The final round in Waterford produced plenty of excitement and some fantastic golf as the leaders battled it out for glory. Simon had started his final round front nine slowly with three bogies but responded brilliantly on the back nine with three birdies to ensure he finished two shots clear of nearest rival, Josh Macklin of Dundalk. The new Leinster Boys Amateur Open champion was presented with his trophy before receiveing a hero’s welcome at Roscommon Golf Club. The officers and members of the golf club offered their congratu-
lations to Simon on his fantastic win. A statement from the club’s PRO, Jacqueline McCormack, read: “ On Thursday, July 11th, Simon Walker was welcomed back to Roscommon Golf Club as the Leinster Boys Amateur Open Champion, having won the cham-
pionship on a score of -3 after three days of golf. “All the officers and members of Roscommon Golf Club congratulate Simon on this fantastic win. Our congratulations and thanks go also to his parents, John and Carmel, and to all involved in junior golf in the club and across
the province, especially Michael Connaughton and Cathal McConn”. Harrington, Lowry, Smith and now Walker. Congratulations to Simon on his fantastic win and on joining such lofty company!
Congratulations to young Roscommon Golf Club star, Simon Walker, who won the Leinster Boys’ Amateur Open Championship at Waterford Golf Club recently.
Caulfield hoping for new challenge DAN DOONER
Former Cork City manager, John Caulfield expressed his wish to return to football during a recent visit to Lisnamult to check in on progress at Roscommon Sports Park. He told the Roscommon People: “Managing Cork City was unique because I had been a player for fifteen years there and I’ve obviously lived in Cork for 35 years so I have lots of connections with the club.
Sometimes people who don’t live close to a League of Ireland club mightn’t understand but Cork is passionate about the team and the league. It was fantastic. “At the moment I’d like to stay in football, which is difficult in Ireland because there aren’t many opportunities. I’m hoping that something will develop over the next four or five months and if not I’ll be back on the road selling like I used to do for years (laughs)”.
Congratulations to the St. Dominic’s Ladies U-14 footballers who won the Connacht Community Games last weekend.
Roscommon golfer Simon Walker pictured with his dad John following Simon’s win in the prestigious Leinster Boys’ Amateur Golf Championship last Thursday.
The sporting brief Golf
Leinster Champion Roscommon Golf Club was celebrating last Thursday after Simon Walker was crowned Leinster Boys’ Amateur Open champion at Waterford Golf Club. Simon’s win is testament to those involved in junior golf in the club including Michael Connaughton, Cathal McConn and Ruth Lennon. This coming week sees the Lady Captain Nuala Costello’s prize take place with the final round taking place on Saturday. The Junior Scratch Cup was won by Edward Egan of Mount Temple recently while the Intermediate prize went to Cathal Penney and the Minor went to Sergio Benedetti. Annie Timothy won the ladies’ 18hole competition and the 9-hole went to Ruth Kilduff. The Senior Ladies’ competiton was won by Kitty Blighe and the men’s competition went to Tommie Farrell. Well done to Olivia Costello who represented Connacht’s junior team and Blaithin O’Brien and Chole O’Connor who represented the senior team at in the interprovincial championships at Mount Wolsely Golf Club. Simon Walker has been chosen to
represent Connacht’s U-18 team while Cian O’Connor, Fionn Hoare and Thomas Higgins have been called up to the U-16 teams for the interprovincials which will take place from next Tuesday to Thursday in Athlone. Fair play to the honourable golfer in Boyle, who submitted the winning score in the recent 18-hole Stableford only to request his own disqualification after realising he had made an error on the way round. We doff our caps. Sean Heslin was the overall winner in the end with 38 points. Regina McLoughlin’s Lady Captain’s weekend was a big success. The main event, the Lady Captain’s Prize, took place last Sunday and was won by Joey Mullaney with Mary O’Hara second, Mandy Toolan third and best gross score going to Liz Dwyer. The Lady Captain’s Prize to the Men was won by Paul Brown with 44 points. Ross Andrew was second, Eamonn Perry third and Sean Heslin took best gross. To Carrick next, where the Joe Ward Memorial Scramble was won by Brigid Mannion, Mary O’Rourke and Mary Molloy. The Maher Cup Stroke was won by Siobhan Talbot. We finish this week in Athlone, where Bernie Stapleton’s Lady Captain’s Prize, which saw a fantastic turnout, was won by Brid Kenny.
Evelyn Wright was second, Cathryn Mannion third, and gross prize went to Ann Geoghegan. Elsewhere, Paddy Kenny won the men’s competition last Saturday, Yvonne Walsh was the winner of the ladies’ on July 9th, Diarmuid O’Brien won the recent Summer Series competition, and David Cunniffee won the Barber Bobs Eclectic competition for June.
Darts
Thomas tops! Thomas Concannon enjoyed a 3-2 win over David Concannon in the final of highly competitive Roscommon Superleague competition last Friday in The Hollywood Bar. Thomas had beaten Seamus Naughton in the last 16 (3-1), Roger Hogan in the quarter-finals (3-0), and Ciaran Hickey in the semi-finals (3-1). Paul Carton took top finish on the night with a 140 checkout on what was another terrific evening of top class darts. The Roscommon Darts Superleague will continue this Friday night with the draw at 8.45 pm and first darts at 9 pm. Contact David on 086-0823180 for more details
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BREAKING BALL GAA Results Leydon Brothers AFL Division Three Shannon Gaels 3-8 Pádraig Pearses 1-14 AFL Division Four Boyle 2-6 St. Michael’s 1-8 Tulsk Lord Edwards 0-14 St. Dominic’s 0-13 Strokestown 3-14 St. Ronan’s 2-9 AFL Division Five Mid South St. Aidan’s 1-10 Kilbride 0-11 Fuerty 3-11 Oran 1-13 AFL Division Five North Kilmore 3-7 St. Croan’s 0-12 Ballinameen 1-11 St. Barry’s 1-9 St. Croan’s 3-13 Michael Glavey’s 4-9 King and Moffatt Building Service JAFC Group A Elphin 2-14 Roscommon Gaels 1-9 All-County Cup Semi-Finals St. Faithleach’s 1-14 Elphin 1-11 Strokestown 2-4 St. Brigid’s 1-4
Fixtures Friday, July 19th AFL Division Four (8 pm) At Kilteevan: St. Joseph’s v Castlerea St. Kevin’s At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Faithleach’s AFL Division Five Mid South (8 pm) At Rockfield: Oran v Kilbride At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Pádraig Pearses At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Fuerty AFL Division Five North (8 pm) At Kilglass: Kilglass Gaels v St. Croan’s At Peadar Earley Memorial Park: Michael Glavey’s v Ballinameen At Croghan: St. Barry’s v Shannon Gaels Kepak Senior Hurling Championship At Athleague: Four Roads v Oran. 7.45 pm At Tremane: Tremane v Roscommon Gaels. 8 pm
Sunday, July 21st All-County Cup Final At Strokestown: Strokestown v St. Faithleach’s. 1 pm Kepak Senior Hurling Championship At Athleague: St. Dominic’s v Pádraig Pearses. 12.30 pm
Underage update Friday, July 19th U-16 Division One FC (7 pm) At Mulhern Park: St. Ciaran’s v Boyle At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Roscommon Gaels At Kilmore: Kilmore/Shannon Gaels/St. Ronan’s v Clann na nGael U-16 Division Two FC (7 pm) At Kilbride: Kilbride v Éire Óg-Michael Glavey’s At Enfield: Oran-St. Croan’s v Kilglass Gaels-St. Barry’s At Strokestown: Strokestown v St. Dominic’s Door Motion U-16 Division Three FC (7 pm) At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards At Nash Park: Western Gaels v Castlerea St. Kevin’s At Orchard Park: Elphin Ballinameen v St. Michael’s
Sunday, July 21st Earley Consulting MFC Division One (7 pm) At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v St. Brigid’s Sidero MFC Division Two At Ballyleague: Strokestown v St. Faithleach’s. 1 pm M. Cooney & Sons Hardware MFC Division Three At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v Kilmore/Shannon Gaels/St. Ronan’s. 1 pm U-16 Division Four FC At Woodmount: Pádraig Pearses v Clann na nGael. 1 pm
Ladies update Result TG4 All-Ireland LGFA Intermediate Championship Roscommon 4-22 Leitrim 3-7
Fixtures Saturday, July 20th LGFA All-Ireland Minor ‘B’ Semi-Final At Tuam: Roscommon v Clare. 2 pm
Sunday, July 21st TG4 All-Ireland LGFA Intermediate Championship At O’Connor Park, Tullamore: Offaly v Roscommon. 2 pm
Minors hoping to book final spot SEAMUS DUKE
The Roscommon Ladies Minor team face Clare in the All-Ireland ‘B’ semi-final this Saturday at 2 pm in Tuam Stadium. Hopes are high in the Roscommon camp that they can qualify for this year’s final against Longford. Roscommon have been hit by a number of injuries but still retain some quality players like Aimee O’Connor (fresh from her excellent display for Roscommon last weekend), Kara Earle, Sarah McVeigh, Kelley Colgan and Ellen Irwin to name just a few. Clare have been to the fore in this competition for a couple of years past and will provide stern opposition but Roscommon will feel that despite their injury concerns that they have the team to win through. Prediction: Roscommon Right: Roscommon’s young gun Aimee O’Connor holds off Leitrim’s Patricia Forde during last Saturday’s All-Ireland Intermediate clash at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Skills and thrills at Cumann na mBunscol finals The curtain fell on the Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Roscomáin playing season in spectacular fashion with epic boys’ and girls’ football finals at St. Faithleach’s GAA recently. The pace was set in an extraordinary boys’ two-teacher five-a-side final as Rahara NS and Drumboylan NS served up a scoring extravaganza, which went to extra-time before Rahara claimed the title with a 6-12 to 6-11 victory. James Gannon scored four goals for Rahara. A rip-roaring Large Schools final also went to extra-time before St. Coman’s Wood edged out Creagh NS. Both teams brimmed with skill, courage and endeavour. A pulsating Top Schools final was decided by two late goals, which gave Croghan NS a 4-10 to 4-5 victory over a valiant Gaelscoil de hÍde team. Fiachra O’Dowd gave a heroic performance despite sustaining a broken wrist during the match.
The two-teacher seven-a-side final was a local derby between two Kilmore schools with a proud record in this competition: Aughrim NS and Scrabbagh NS. Scrabbagh displayed their school’s traditional courage and spirit but victory deservedly went to an accomplished Aughrim team. The flourishing of underage football in Kilmore was also underlined in a high-quality three/four teacher final in which Dangan NS overcame Ballymurray NS. The hallmark of Dangan’s display was the intelligence and intricate teamwork of their play. They regularly worked the ball up the field with sweeping passing movements. The girls’ finals, which also took place at St. Faithleach’s GAA recently, showcased the high standard of football across the county. Abbeycartron NS edged out Cootehall NS in the Top Schools final. The sides were wellmatched throughout with Abbeycarton’s array of match-winners tilting the match in
their favour. The three/four teacher final was won by Lisaniskey NS, who came out on top against a gallant Ballyfeeney NS side. The Lisaniskey girls were bidding for a rare ‘triple crown’, having already won the county camogie and county 6-a-side soccer titles. The ‘match of the evening’ was probably the Large Schools final, in which Scoil na nAingeal Naofa, Boyle edged out St. Coman’s Wood NS in a thriller. Both teams made light of the swirling breeze to produce some tremendous football. The two-teacher 7-a-side final was another match of swaying fortunes before Scoil Mhuire Lourdes, Loughglynn got the better of Aughrim NS who were bidding for a girls’/ boys’ football double this year. Aughrim did well in the first half but found it difficult to breach a Loughglynn team who defended resolutely.
Goals prove crucial as Rossies fall All-Ireland Ladies Football ‘B’ Semi-Final
WATERFORD
5-6
ROSCOMMON
1-11
Goals win games is the wellworn cliché that again applies to this semi-final in Birr when Roscommon put in a superb display but were just caught out by Waterford’s ability to get goals at vital times. Roscommon were excellent
in the first half and Niamh Fitzgerald’s goal added to the super free-taking of Aisling Feely ensured that Roscommon led by 1-8 to 2-4 at halftime. Waterford scored another goal in the third quarter to keep
them in it but goals in the final five minutes from Hayley Phelan and Maeve Sheridan saw the Decies home by a flattering seven point margin. Roscommon: R Gormley; K Leonard, I King, A Leonard; R Lennon, M Macken, C Powell (0-1); H Moylan, S Timon; E Thompson, A Curran, S McGuinness (0-1); L Burke, A Feely (0-8); N Fitzgerald. Subs: C Flanagan for Burke, M Nolan for Moylan, A Phelin for Flanagan, A Flanagan for Phelin, S Regan for Timon.
Tyrone test for Camogie team The Roscommon Junior Camogie team face Tyrone in the second round of the AllIreland Premier Junior championship in Athleague this Saturday at 5 pm. The team will be hoping to win after their one point win against Clare in the opening round two weeks ago.
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THE GAIN LINE Pre-season training: adult rugby Creggs RFC Report
Pre-season fitness training has just commenced on Tuesday and Friday nights in Creggs for all adult players (from over-18s, upwards) at 8 pm. We welcome all first team and development squad players from last season and new players, especially any past players who wish to get back to playing some rugby. New to rugby? No problem; we welcome players new to rugby to come along and try it out. All players that have turned 18, as well as U-20 players from the last three seasons are also invited to – pre-season training. Contacts – first team: Pat
Cunningham (head coach), Liam Callaghan (forwards coach), Tony Dolan (backs coach), Padraic Deane (manager, 086-2339713), and development squad: Mattie Corcoran (head coach, 086-3419440), Paul Turley (coach, 086-7826596), Kevin O’Rourke (manager, 0982346670), and Sean Brandon (club secretary, 0861708506).
Primary teacher course – a big success again!
Congratulations to everyone involved in the weeklong hosting of 25 primary teachers for a sell-out summer course titled: ‘Teach-
ing Fundamental Movement Skills in PE through Tag Rugby’. For the second year in a row, the course was facilitated by the Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU). The aim of this summer course is to introduce Tag Rugby to teachers’ PE classes as a means of helping in acquisition of an appropriate range of movement skills across the PE strands.
A record-breaking Mini Rugby Camp
A big round of congratulations to all concerned with setting a new Connacht Rugby record attendance at the Mini-Rugby Summer
Camp in Creggs earlier this month. 130 children took part in the great, week-long camp. The event was praised by parents, and indeed all concerned, as having been a very well organised and most enjoyable camp. Our thanks go out to everyone who contributed. Registration for Creggs Mini rugby for next season will be in early September.
Mid-summer tag rugby
There will be a ‘MidSummer Mixed Tag Rugby Tournament’ in Creggs on Friday, July 26th, with all proceeds in aid of the Sunshine Room in Creggs Na-
Pictured at the Creggs Rugby Summer Camp were Lola Glennon, Tara Buckley, Caoimhe Murray, Faye Satchwell and Claire Maloney. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
tional School. To pre-register, please call or text 089-7000547, or email creggsrfc@ gmail.com. Squads are to be made up of ten players with a minimum of three female players per team. All players must be sixteen years and older. The
tournament is limited to 24 teams. The entry fee is €10 per player.
Creggs Golf Classic/Luke Daly Memorial Trophy
Well done to John Cunningham and his team for
organising another very successful Annual Creggs Rugby Golf Classic. Thirty-five teams contributed to a great turnout. Well done and thanks to all the teams for taking part. Sincere thanks to Roscommon Golf Club.
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All-Ireland SFC Super 8s: Tyrone 0-17 Roscommon 0-13 The Verdict Seamus Duke
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n the rarefied atmosphere of the Super 8s competition, teams like Roscommon need to have all their ducks in a row to win big games. They need a good game plan, heart, determination, courage, and will to win. But they also need to have a little bit of luck and a fair dollop of street smarts. Roscommon had most of the above qualities in Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday evening except for the last two and that’s what cost them after a hugely competitive encounter against a top class Tyrone outfit. In terms of luck, Roscommon needed to take one (or both) of the two clear goal chances that fell their way in the first half. In the 14th minute Cathal Cregg’s effort was beaten away by Niall Morgan and with a minute to go to half-time Enda Smith made a lung-bursting run along the town goal end line before letting fly, but again Morgan was equal to the shot. Add those missed chances to the two frees Conor Cox missed, which he would normally put over with his eyes closed, and the fact that the ball came back off the post three times, and you begin to get the picture. Against a team like Tyrone, you simply have to convert those chances. In terms of street smarts, Roscommon gave away too many frees with needless tackles in the scoring zone, especially in the first half, and that kept Mickey Harte’s men in the contest and crucially kept the scoreboard ticking over for them. Down the other end of the field the Tyrone defence gave away very few scoreable frees and their tackling was predictably fierce and effective. There was also a problem down the centre of the Roscommon defence in the first half and that was ruthlessly exposed by Niall Sludden and Mattie Donnelly, both of whom repeatedly punched holes in the Roscommon rearguard with very direct running. But there were so many positives to take away from this performance from a Roscommon point of view. In the space of a year massive progress has been made. Last year Tyrone handed out an 18-point hammering to Roscommon in Croke Park. The gap is now down to four and is narrowing all the time. Last year Roscommon looked out of
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their depth in the Super 8s, but this year they look like a side that is well able to compete at this level. Anthony Cunningham’s men have not yet conceded a goal in this championship, which is a remarkable statistic. Despite having to deal with Conor McShane, I thought Sean Mullooly had a fine game at full-back. David Murray did a great job with the Tyrone danger man Darren McCurry, restricting him to just one point from play. Niall Daly again led from the front in defence and had another fine outing. He is having his best year in a Roscommon jersey. Meanwhile, Shane Killoran had a fantastic game and worked tirelessly in the intense heat. Niall Kilroy was probably Roscommon’s best player. He popped up everywhere and ran himself into the ground. Enda Smith had a mighty first half and looked a threat every time he got the ball but that massive effort took its toll and he tired as the game went on. Diarmuid Murtagh and Conor Cox just didn’t fire on the day. Tyrone ensured that no quality ball was getting into Conor Cox and they deployed Colm Cavanagh as a sweeper in front of the Roscommon fullforward line. Cox has been a revelation for Roscommon all year. He has won many a game for the Rossies but this was not his day. He will be back bigger and better than ever though. With 47 minutes on the clock Roscommon were just a point behind (0-11 to 0-10) and the huge primrose and blue following were roaring them on in the sweltering heat. But Tyrone reacted in the manner of a really top class side. They rattled off five points in a row and by the 57th minute it was 0-16 to 0-10 and game over. Tyrone were never going to allow Roscommon back into it. They are simply too experienced, too streetwise and too skilful. Ronan McNamee was imperious at fullback while Frank Burns continues to enhance his reputation at centre half-back. Colm Cavanagh did a lot of the heavy lifting as a very effective sweeper in front of his full-back line. Niall Sludden had a great first half and Roscommon will have to work out how he was given so much freedom. Cathal McShane is an impressive target man and his free-taking was flawless. But my man of the match and
Diarmuid Murtagh attempts to retain possession as Rory Brennan and Frank Burns close in during last Saturday’s All-Ireland Super 8s Group Two match between Roscommon and Tyrone at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
the best player on the field was Mattie Donnelly. He got on the ball throughout and never wasted possession. He always plays the game with his head up and is the hesartbeat of this Tyrone team. He is a class act. All is not lost yet for Roscommon though. They are still in this competition despite the fact that they have to travel to Croke Park next Saturday to play Dublin.
Cork showed last weekend that if you go out and attack Dublin with intensity, you can score against them. However, it’s further back the field that may well be the problem with the Dubs. It was a marvellous occasion last Saturday. A big crowd, a lovely evening for a game, and a mighty atmosphere. Hyde Park is a great venue for a big game. There was a huge crowd of Rossies there
and they gave the team great support. Regardless of what happens this Saturday in Croke Park, Roscommon are going in the right direction. With the likes of Conor Devaney, Ultan Harney, Niall McInerney, Ciaráin Murtagh and Cathal Compton to come back into the fold, the future is looking bright. Hopefully the Rossies go to Croker this Saturday and give it a right rattle!
Teams and Scorers ... Tyrone: Niall Morgan; Hugh Pat McGeary, Ronan McNamee, Rory Brennan; Michael Cassidy, Frank Burns (0-1), Michael McKernan; Colm Cavanagh, Brian Kennedy (0-1); Matthew Donnelly (0-2), Peter Harte (0-1), Conor Meyler; Niall Sludden (03), Cathal McShane (0-8, 5 frees), Darren McCurry (0-1). Subs: Ben McDonnell for Kennedy (28), Kieran McGeary for HP McGeary (30), Richie Donnelly for McDonnell (51), Padraig Hampsey for Cassidy (51), Connor McAliskey for Sludden (63), Aidan McCrory for Meyler (70+2). Roscommon: Darren O’Malley (0-1, free); David Murray, Seán Mullooly, Conor Daly; Niall Daly (0-1), Conor Hussey, Ronan Daly; Tadhg O’Rourke, Shane Killoran (0-1); Hubert Darcy, Cathal Cregg (0-1), Niall Kilroy; Diarmuid Murtagh (0-4, 3 frees), Conor Cox (0-2, 1 free), Enda Smith (0-1). Subs: Brian Stack (01) for Darcy (25), Colin Compton for Hussey (49), Donie Smith for Cregg (51), Fintan Cregg for Killoran (63), Andrew Glennon (0-1) for Cox (64). Referee: David Coldrick (Meath). Conor Cox charges forward during last Saturday’s All-Ireland Super 8s Group Two match between Roscommon and Tyrone at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
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SportsPeople All-Ireland SFC Super 8s: Tyrone 0-17 Roscommon 0-13
OFF IMPROVED ROSSIES
Andy Glennon competes for the ball during last Saturday’s All-Ireland Supers Group Two match at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
Key Moments
Niall Daly comes under pressure from Michael Cassidy during last Saturday’s All-Ireland Supers Group Two match at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
Seamus Duke
First half
again Sludden was through on goal a minute later and he fisted over.
Brian Kennedy opened the scoring for Tyrone with a point from 30 metres in the 5th minute while two minutes later Frank Burns scored a fine point from 35 metres after Niall Sludden caught Niall Morgan’s pinpoint kick-out.
Roscommon were playing much better now and Cathal Cregg hooked over a fine point after another great run from Enda Smith and when sub Brian Stack scored a superb point in the 30th minute the gap was down to one.
But Tyrone put their foot on the accelerator after that and struck for home. The magnificent Mattie Donnelly powered over a point to be followed by another from McShane.
Roscommon got off the mark a minute later when some very clever build-up saw Niall Daly score a fine point from 35 metres.
In the 31st minute McShane pointed a 20-metre free and then a minute before half-time Roscommon missed another great goal chance. Enda Smith made a mighty run in along the end line and blasted goalwards but Morgan made another super save to deny the Boyle man. Indeed, Smith was pole-axed as he shot and was unlucky not to have been awarded a penalty.
It was all Tyrone now. In the 50th minute Peter Harte pointed after a poor kick-out from Darren O’Malley and it could have been even worse for Roscommon in the 53rd minute when Harte’s piledriver came back off the underside of the crossbar and was cleared. However, further points from Donnelly and McShane (free) saw the gap at six points by the 58th minute
Half-time score: Tyrone 0-8 Roscommon 0-6
Darren O’Malley kicked a 45-metre free in the 64th minute. It was Roscommon’s first score in almost 20 minutes. McShane replied with another fine point in the 66th minute to keep Roscommon at arm’s length.
In the 10th minute Cathal McShane pointed a 13-metre free and three minutes later Enda Smith made a fantastic run through the Tyrone defence. He lost possession but pulled first-time and the ball flew over the Tyrone crossbar. A minute later the marauding Niall Sludden tapped over to leave it 0-4 to 0-2 to the visitors. In the 15th minute Conor Daly made a great run and sent Cathal Cregg through on goal but his low shot was well saved by Niall Morgan. It was a clear goal chance. Conor Cox got his only point from play a minute later but scores from Sludden and Cathal McShane’s pointed free saw the Red Hand lead by double scores (0-6 to 0-3) by the 20th minute. Diarmuid Murtagh’s free in the 21st minute narrowed the gap but once
Second half
pointed a free and Shane Killoran swept over a great point the margin was down to one (0-11 to 0-10) by the 48th minute.
In the opening 50 seconds of the second half Diarmuid Murtagh scored a peach of a point that brought the big Roscommon following to their feet – but within two minutes Tyrone had tacked on two further points as McShane (free) and Darren McCurry were on target.
In the 70th minute Diarmuid Murtagh converted a free and with almost four minutes of injury-time played Andy Glennon’s fisted effort skimmed the Tyrone crossbar but it was all over and Mickey Harte’s men had prevailed by four points.
Conor Cox (free) and McShane swapped points by the 44th minute and then when Diarmuid Murtagh
Final score: Tyrone 0-17 Roscommon 0-13
Stat Attack
Cavanagh, Brian Kennedy, Peter Harte, Conor Meyler, Ben McDonnell)
Wides: Tyrone 7 (2 first half); Roscommon 3 (1 first half)
Roscommon: 3 (Tadhg O’Rourke, Shane Killoran, Enda Smith)
Red cards: None
Scores from play: Tyrone: 0-12 Roscommon 0-8
Black cards: None
Attendance: 14,465
Yellow cards Tyrone: 6 (Hugh Pat McGeary, Colm
Man of the Match: Mattie Donnelly
Shane Killoran takes aim during last Saturday’s Super 8s game in Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack.
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All-Ireland SFC Super 8s (Round Two): Dublin V Roscommon
Croke Park, 7pm, Saturday 20th July
Roscommon will aim to rattle all-conquering Dubs SEAMUS DUKE
The most used phrase among Roscommon supporters this week after the Tyrone game is ‘some change in a year’ – and although the team are travelling to Croke Park to face the all-conquering champions on Saturday, there is a feel-good factor about this match in the county that certainly wasn’t there this time last year. In fact, most Rossies were dreading the match against the Dubs in 2018 and those fears were realised with a 14-point defeat in what was a ‘deadrubber’. This year, following some outstanding displays, the team can go to Croker with the pressure off and have a real cut at the champions. How to deal with this match tactically is a dilemma for Anthony Cunningham and his backroom team. Cork showed last weekend that there are scores to be got by running at this Dublin defence and the Rebels gave it a right old lash for almost 60 minutes of the game. However, the reality is that they were beaten by 13 points in the end. The problem with playing the Dubs is that they are relentless. They keep to their game plan and eventually they wear the opposition out. When they empty their bench in the last quarter of matches it is a frightening prospect for any team, and that was the reality for Cork last Saturday night. Dublin brought on Dean Rock, Kevin McManamon, James McCarthy, Jonny Cooper, Eoin Murchan and Paddy Small, all guys who would get on most inter-county teams around the country. One thing is for certain: if you play the Dubs 15 against 15 they will eventually wear you down with their constant movement and athleticism, but if you go too defensive they will just play in front of you and wait until the scoring opportunities come up. They can play it either way, thus the tactical dilemma. The three most influential players on the Dublin
team are Stephen Cluxton, Jack McCaffrey and Brian Fenton, and that was seen to full effect again last Saturday evening. Cluxton is the conductor of the orchestra and his kick-outs are key to their success, while McCaffrey and Fenton are arguably the two best outfield players in the country at the moment. The goal that Fenton scored against Cork after a 50-metre pass into his chest from McCaffrey was one of the best that I have ever seen in championship football. That’s what Roscommon have to deal with on Saturday. But this is a great chance for Roscommon to go and play with abandon. It is worth saying that Roscommon have not conceded a goal in this year’s championship, which is a tribute to the great work being done in defence by Darren O’Malley in goal, the Daly brothers, Davy Murray, Sean Mullooly and Conor Hussey. Dublin will have to work hard for any score they get. The picture for Roscommon in this group will become clearer after the opening game when Cork play Tyrone, but the bottom line here is that Dublin will want to win this in order to prevent them needing a win in Omagh in their final game to qualify for the last four. Roscommon need to win to get back into the competition. Last year, I was dreading Roscommon going to Croker to face Dublin. This time I am really looking forward to it. It’s probably a bit too much to expect Roscommon to win against a team that is being talked about as the greatest of all time, but it will be interesting to see how much of a test they can provide for the champions. If Cork can be in the game with ten or twelve minutes to go against the Dubs then there is no reason why Roscommon cannot do the same. We will be shouting for Cork in the opener and hopefully we will still be in the championship after Saturday night – one way or the other. Roscommon will be looking for a good performance, but a win is unlikely. Prediction: Dublin.
Harte relieved to get off to winning start SEAMUS DUKE
Tyrone manager Mickey Harte admitted that Roscommon had come close to pulling off an upset having improved on the defensive facets of the game. “You have to win your games at this stage to give yourself a fighting chance of being in an All-Ireland semi-final and that’s what we had to do today. It was a tall order coming here to Roscommon, on their home ground, and they are a much more experienced team than they were last year. Nobody was going to walk over them. They were going to battle for every ball. We got scores at vital times that kept us ahead. “It doesn’t take a magician to see that they’re (Roscommon) not as open at the back as they were. They were playing a very openbook style of football (last year). It might have been good to watch, with loads of scores, but if you’re shipping a lot of scores it’s not pretty for results. I think they’ve realised that you have to be difficult to break down, be physical at the back and be back in numbers, and I think they’ve mastered that in a short period of time. “People are always quick, after the outcome of a game, to suggest that one team was so much better than the other. I don’t think that’s the case. Roscommon could easily have won that game today, and people would be saying the reason they won it was because they were Connacht champions and waiting for four weeks. I would say that Roscommon were very good, they played lots of very good football, and I think they’ll be pretty tough for anybody to meet,” he said. Switching his attention to his side’s next challenge, the veteran manager said: “It’s an important step, and now we see how we go with Cork next week. Roscommon, Cork and ourselves have figured out that we’re probably playing for second place here because we’re in the group with the All-Ireland champions who are going for five-in-a-row. So, realistically, we are all chasing that second place, and to get a win today gives us a head start,” he concluded.
Roscommon’s Niall Kilroy moves forward with possession during last Saturday’s Super 8s defeat to Tyrone at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
TIME ADDED ON…
‘We didn’t get the breaks’ SEAMUS DUKE
Roscommon manager Anthony Cunningham was understandably disappointed with the result last Saturday but was proud of his side’s performance and the way they have developed in the past year. “Tyrone got the breaks, on another day we’d get them. You can’t fault the effort of this team; everybody left their heart out there. It was a game of very fine margins and a few calls went against us at crucial times. “We created two super chances for goals (Cathal Cregg and Enda Smith) and their ‘keeper made great saves. If they had gone in and a couple of points that had gone off the upright had come back into play, well it could have been a different story. We didn’t get the breaks in many aspects of the game but you have to finish those chances in big games because they don’t come along too often. “They (Tyrone) are very experi-
enced and they have a system that is really difficult to break down but as far as we are concerned we are learning all the time and today is another big learning day for us. I’m proud of the way the lads played today.
“It was a marvellous occasion (against Tyrone) and there was a special atmosphere and a huge Roscommon crowd again and we will need them behind us again next weekend to drive us on,” he said.
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Rossies getting closer to leading lights I drove home from the Roscommon v Tyrone match in Croke Park last year on my own and seldom have I been so disillusioned with what I had just seen. It was hard to see any positives as Tyrone had simply torn Roscommon to shreds. It didn’t take a genius to work out that evening that our season was well and truly over despite
the fact that we had still two games to play in the Super 8s. But what a difference a year makes. The 18-point gap was down to four last Saturday, and we were unlucky to have lost at all. Roscommon looked out of their depth in the Super 8s last year. This year Roscommon are eminently capable of
Championship Watch All-Ireland SFC Super 8s Series (Round Two) - all games in Croke Park Cork v Tyrone Saturday at 5 pm Cork are a team re-born and showed scant regard for Dublin’s reputation last Saturday evening in Croke Park. They also put up big scoring totals against Limerick, Kerry and Laois and are much improved. Tyrone were glad to get out of Dr. Hyde Park with a win and would do well to take the Leesiders seriously. However, Mickey Harte’s men know that a win will almost certainly put them into the semi-finals. When the sides met in Portlaoise last year,Tyrone won by a cricket score. That won’t happen this weekend but they should still be good enough. Prediction: Tyrone
Dublin v Roscommon on Saturday at 7 pm Previewed elsewhere this week. Prediction: Dublin
Mayo v Meath on Sunday at 2 pm This is a very interesting game indeed and the last chance saloon for both. Mayo were completely out of sorts against Kerry and it looks like this great team is running out of road. I was very impressed with Meath in Ballybofey. They were beaten by nine points but that was not a fair reflection of the play over the 70 minutes. I have a feeling that it could be the end of the line for Mayo. Prediction: Meath
Donegal v Kerry on Sunday at 4 pm Two of the teams that would lay claim to being number two to Dublin clash - and it should be a cracker! The Kerry attack looks lethal but Donegal are strong throughout the field and will want to put down a marker. I still think that Kerry are suspect in defence and Donegal can take advantage. Prediction: Donegal
competing with the very best teams in the country. The game against Tyrone is analysed in detail elsewhere in the sports section this week, but a little more street-wise play and a little luck would have made all the difference on Saturday evening. It’s just a pity that we have to play Dublin next! We will all be shouting for Cork against Tyrone, however, I will be surprised if Mickey Harte’s men are beaten. Roscommon have made a serious amount of progress in such a short time and with several players to return to the panel in time for next year the future is looking bright. The players can now go to Dublin on Saturday evening and ‘have a cut’. Hyde Park was resplendent last Saturday: there was a huge crowd and it was a fine evening. It is a great venue for a big game and there was a super atmosphere, and
despite the defeat, I was immensely proud of our players on Saturday evening. The other group doesn’t look quite as strong as ours. Kerry looked very good against Mayo although I wouldn’t be getting carried away with the Kerry performance like Joe Brolly did on The Sunday Game: I reckon they still have problems in defence. Mayo were very poor and look a spent force. I actually think that Meath will beat them in Croke Park next Sunday. The Royals were very impressive against Donegal and it was only in the last couple of minutes that Donegal pulled away. I am really looking forward to the clash of Donegal and Kerry. Michael Murphy, Paddy McBrearty and Ryan McHugh would get on any team in Ireland and they can lead Donegal to a narrow win.
Getting closer! Enda Smith squeezes a pass through the Tyrone tackles during last Saturday’s All-Ireland Super 8s match in Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Mick McCormack
In the hurling, what can you say about Brian Cody and Kilkenny that hasn’t already been said? I thought that Cork would be too strong for them but they pulled another
Captain Morgan has Rossie connections There’s always a Roscommon connection! There I was minding my own business on Monday evening when I got a call from no less a cricket fan than Fr. Liam Devine to tell me that the parents of the World Cup winning England captain, Dubliner Eoin Morgan, have a home in the Lisacul area! It’s a wonder that Hugh Lynn was beaten to the punch on that one! Maybe he can be recruited to play for Éire Óg! Right: Dubliner Eoin Morgan captained England to Cricket World Cup victory last weekend.
Wimbledon final a game for the ages I would never be classed as a tennis fan but when the hurling was over last Sunday I tuned in to the men’s final at Wimbledon and it was enthralling stuff as Djokovic and Federer battled it out for the title. The athleticism and skill displayed by both men was breathtaking as they slugged it out in the heat for more than five hours. The new rules meant that when they got to 12-all in the final set they had to have a tie-breaker for the title and it was probably just as well because if there wasn’t something like that they could be still there. Both those guys have more money than they would be able to spend in 20 lifetimes so it was not about the cash. That they can be so fit at well
over 30 years of age (32 for Djokovic and 37 for Federer) is a credit to them. It was sport at it’s very best.
Novak Djokovic narrowly beat Roger Federer in a classic Wimbledon final last Sunday.
fantastic championship win out of the bag. Limerick beware! Laois went out with their heads held high and they gave Tipperary plenty of problems in their quarter-final.
The future is bright for Laois if they can hang on to Eddie Brennan. Tipp will fancy their chances against Wexford in the semi-final but they will have to improve.
The pressure is on Rory in Portrush By the time you read this the Open Championship will be underway at Royal Portrush. The championship is a sell-out for many months with 40,000 people expected to attend every day. I think that there is too much pressure on Rory McIlroy to perform on his home turf. I have a few euro each way on Shane Lowry, Tiger Woods and Ian Poulter. It is a fantastic sporting spectacular and hopefully there will be plenty of fireworks over the four days.
No blankets in junior semi-final!
Having been around the block a few times I thought I had seen most things in Gaelic football but I have never seen a match like the All-Ireland Junior semi-final between Galway and Meath in Dr. Hyde Park on Saturday. The final score was Galway 7-17 (38) Meath 5-22 (37). That was after extra-time, but remember that the game was just 60 minutes. 75 points, 51 scores and there were a few wides as well! Twice Meath led by eight points but they ended up on the losing side! It was unbelievable stuff.
Tactics out the window in heat of battle On Monday evening I was listening to ‘Game On’ on 2FM and Brian Carroll, the ex-Offaly hurling captain, was a guest. He said: “When you get into Croke Park for a big game all the tactics, stats and systems go out the window. You have to be ready for the battle and to win every ball. If you are not ready then all the systems in the world won’t make a blind bit of difference”. I totally agree. There is an industry of pundits and commentators out there making a good living out of complicating both hurling and football. Tactics make a small contribution but heart, determination and will-to-win are by far the most important ingredients in any team sport and that has not changed in decades.
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Leitrim brushed aside as Ladies march on TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Football Intermediate Championship
ROSCOMMON LEITRIM SEAMUS DUKE
Roscommon Ladies footballers began their AllIreland campaign with a resounding 18-point win against Leitrim at Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday. The Rossies put up a huge score, and with Siobhan Tully back to her best and Rebecca Finan and young Aimee O’Connor lethal up front, it was an impressive display from the home side. It’s probably nit-picking to highlight a downside to this performance but it is certain that Michael Finneran and his selectors will not be happy with the concession of three soft goals in the first half which would be very costly against stronger opposition. There is, however, much to admire about this Roscommon side. They set about their task with relish from the throw-in and by the 20th minute they led by 3-7 to 0-3. In the 5th minute, after a fantastic run from Rachel Fitzmaurice, Siobhan Tully fisted home Roscommon’s first goal. The second goal arrived three minutes later when Tully was again on the mark pulling first time to the net after Natalie McHugh’s shot came back off the post. Then in the 19th minute the impressive Aimee O’Connor
4-22 3-7 got in on the goal scoring act with a sublime finish. However, in the last ten minutes of the first half Roscommon fell asleep and Leitrim were back in the match at half-time. Their best player, Vivienne Egan, nipped in behind the Roscommon cover for goal number one in the 21st minute. Two minutes later Laura O’Dowd toe-poked home from close range, and by the 25th minute Leitrim scored their third goal when Egan set up Elise Bruen. Roscommon had been 14 points up at one stage but by half-time that margin was down to just five (3-11 to 3-6). Stern words must have been issued to the Roscommon team at half-time because they came out in the second half and really stamped their authority on this match. Leitrim didn’t score for 26 minutes and by that time Roscommon had sped far off into the distance. Roscommon’s fourth goal arrived in the 36th minute when Siobhan Tully sent Rebecca Finan away and she finished brilliantly. After that Roscommon kicked some super points with Finan leading the way. It’s on to Offaly in Tullamore this weekend now and Roscommon will face that challenge with confidence
Roscommon’s Siobhan Tully holds off Leitrim’s Patricia Forde during last Saturday’s TG4 All-Ireland Intermediate Football Championship clash at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
after this fine display. However, work needs to be done in defence for the bigger tests ahead. Roscommon: Helena Cummins; Honor Ennis, Amanda McLoone, Niamh Feeney; Joanne Cregg, Al-
ice Kelly, Sorcha Bruen; Sinead Kenny (0-2), Laura Fleming (0-1); Siobhan Tully (2-2), Katie Daly, Natalie McHugh (0-1); Rebecca Finan (1-11, 5 frees), Aimee O’Connor (1-3), Rachel Fitzmaurice (0-1). Subs used:
Roisin Wynne for Tully (40), Alanna Hanmore (01) for Fleming (40), Louise Brady for O’Connor (50), Amy Curley for Daly (50), Rachel Brady for Bruen (55). Leitrim: Michelle Hack-
The Roscommon Ladies team that faced Leitrim in last Saturday’s TG4 LGFA All-Ireland Intermediate clash at Dr. Hyde Park. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
ett; Clare Owens, Louise Maguire, Edel Shanley; Shannon O’Rourke, Aine Heslin, Karen Connolly; Patricia Forde, Laura O’Dowd (1-0); Edel Kelly, Elise Bruen (1-0), Aisling Quinn; Carla LeGuen, Michelle
Heslin, Vivienne Egan (16, 4 frees). Subs: Eimhin Quinn for A Quinn (35), Natasha McEnroe for Kelly (45), Anne Marie Gallagher (0-1) for Shanley (52). Referee: Siobhan Coyle (Donegal)
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GA A PEOPLE Your weekend starts here!
‘We will have a right crack at the Dubs’ SEAMUS DUKE
Anthony Cunningham was in defiant mood following his side’s opening day defeat to Tyrone at Dr. Hyde Park last Saturday evening. The Roscommon manager said he would have no problem motivating his players ahead of this
Saturday’s showdown with fourin-a-row All-Ireland champions Dublin at Croke Park. “I don’t think we will have difficulty in picking the lads up for next week. It is a big challenge to play Dublin but what better challenge would you want in your football career? We are really looking forward to it.
“These guys have come on tremendously in a year. We’re still in the championship and will prepare for next weekend. We want to get better at certain aspects of our game and drive on from there,” he said. Cunningham added that it was a must-win game this weekend and that Roscommon would relish the
Roscommon People reporter Dan Dooner captured this image of supporters leaving Dr. Hyde Park following last Saturday’s Super 8s Group Two match between Roscommon and Tyrone.
challenge posed by the Dubs. “We need a win on Saturday and there is no reason why we can’t go to Croke Park and have a right crack at it. Every county player wants to be playing top class championship matches and we have another one next weekend and we will relish the challenge,” he said.
Pictured supporting Roscommon against Tyrone in the Super 8s at Dr. Hyde Park. Picture: Michael McCormack
THE ROVING ROSSIE
Tyrone at the Hyde: Hot and Coldrick Oh it’s definitely the hope that kills you alright! Walking away from Hyde Park last Saturday evening the feeling of disappointment among our supporters was palpable. There had been a genuine belief that this Roscommon team could fight Tyrone to a standstill or better yet, even nick a win. Alas, we were choked out by The Red Hand, the Tyrone players that little bit cuter when it came to winning frees and halting all Roscommon momentum. Mickey Harte’s men deserved their win and the Rossies were left to rue what might have been. If ever there was a weekend for the Tyrone fans to come south for a game of football, it was the weekend of the 12th, which saw glorious sunshine and rising temperatures. Much to the delight of the hawkers outside the ground, of course, who managed to offload dozens of straw hats, surplus perhaps from last month’s Midsummer’s Day With The Stars at Roscommon Racecourse. It being that time of year, there may have been a few quiet chuckles among the visiting support prior to throw-in, when one Roscommon supporter could be heard enquiring: “Is there no marching with the band today?” Our visitors were extremely gracious throughout the match, as one would expect, and there was plenty of good banter as temperatures rose on and off the pitch. Though, understandably, they did take a rather different view of some of Mr. Coldrick’s refereeing decisions! A tough day at the office last Saturday but hard to imagine coming up against too many teams better than Tyrone this year…
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