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FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS AND CONSUMER RIGHTS My family and I are planning to go on holidays to Spain in a couple of weeks. We booked our flights a few weeks ago and I am now concerned about our flights being affected by possible strike action. What are our rights if our flight is cancelled? Are we entitled to compensation? What are our rights if our return flight is cancelled and we are in Spain when this happens? If your flight is cancelled for any reason, and regardless of when you are notified, your airline must offer you the choice between: 1) Re-routing as soon as possible, subject to availability, free of charge. 2) Re-routing at a later date. 3) A full refund. If you choose a full refund, then your airline’s obligations to you end at this point. Financial compensation generally ranges from €250 to €600 and depends on the flight length and the reason for the cancellation. Generally, compensation claims are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. www.flightrights.ie is a good website offering advice on passenger rights. If your flight is cancelled and you choose to be re-routed as soon as possible, then you are entitled to meals and refreshments, hotel accommodation and transfers between the airport and hotel as required. If the airline does not provide these, and you end up paying yourself, keep the receipts you are entitled to a reimbursement of reasonable expenses. Your compensation and expenses claim will not be evaluated at the airport. You will need to contact your airline and process your claim directly with them.

e l p o e WATCHING P With PAUL HEALY

Well…did you see those scenes? Wha’? THOSE scenes! Ah, to be young again… such talented people, in the prime of life, commanding our attention…strutting across the stage – life’s stage – with such endearing confidence, self-belief, selfexpression… The Dubs? Awesome. No, the Leaving Cert students! The class of 2019! Did you not see them on the RTE News…emerging from their schools, hands in the air, joyful expressions, ready to face the world! And the very best of luck to them! Ah yeah, sure the younger generation are great…so intelligent, so confident…and living in a great new Ireland, not like our black and white version! Yeah, those youngsters of today…they are so unlike how we were! Agreed! Still, they were great times… Wha’? When we were that age. Ah yeah…great times… (They both stare into their pints) How did you do? Wha’? In the Leaving Cert? Oh, I don’t remember the SPECIFICS. All I know is I was leaving…that was a cert. Like it! Bet you didn’t drive to the school to collect your results like some of today’s students do… Indeed not! I thumbed in! So did I! Ah, you’re making me nostalgic… great days! Yeah, we thumbed everywhere in those days.

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I remember standing in the rain for an hour before eventually getting a lift from a grumpy old man in a… Both: Hillman Hunter. Go on anyway… Well, when I eventually got to the school, in I went, quick word with the Principal, the envelope was handed over, and off I went… Emotional? No, ecstatic! No selfie with the Principal in those days… we had no selfie sticks… The only stick we had at school was… Both: Blackthorn. Anyways, you couldn’t ‘phone home’ with your results…no mobiles either…

What we liked… The Premier League is back. Happy days!

What we didn’t like… That lack of clarity…downright confusion indeed…over an expected meeting between Boris and Leo. We weren’t too impressed. And just where do we get tickets?

Our Alternative Awards The ‘Foot in Mouth’ Award It goes to Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage, who made disparaging remarks about the Royal family. The media weren’t present, but the comments were leaked. Mind you, he’ll survive, it will blow over.

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No, but there was a kiosk outside the school… So you rang home from there? I said there was a kiosk, I didn’t say there was a phone! Vandalised? Yep, it was a victim one evening when a gang from the village up the road came to a youth disco… Oh dear. You eventually got home to your parents…? Ah yeah, they were happy enough. The celebrations? Ibiza? Galway? Yeah right…Longford. Thought so…Longford sounds about right. And I suppose you and your classmates all headed for college, and were all outstanding in you chosen field… Most of us headed for the family farm…and were out standing in our parents’ field. True! Anyways, those were the days. Your story is very similar to mine. So, basically you thumbed to your school in lashing rain and got a lift with a grumpy old man in a Hillman Hunter… As usual… And you had an awkward interaction with the Principal and high-tailed out as quickly as you could…from another Irish school with a blackthorn stick… Yep, and past the vandalised kiosk… …In an era of regular fights at dances… Yeah, in a grey, no, black and white Ireland… With celebrations in Longford that night… That weekend… Okay…followed by 24/7 farming, including the bog…and not a clue about your future ‘career’ prospects…in a grey, no, black and white Ireland… Yep… Both: Great days!

PIC OF THE WEEK… Pictured at the annual Duck Race at Castlecoote on Sunday last were Ava and Siobhan Durr. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

It’s half-time in the All-Ireland Senior Football Final and an excellent Mayo have rattled the all-conquering Dubs. The turnovers alone are evidence of that. Mayo 0-8 Dublin 0-6. The nation genuinely wondered if the western warriors could end the five-ina-row dream. Second half starts, and within 12 minutes, Dublin have gone from two points down to ten up, Mayo upended by an astonishing footballing blizzard. Utterly magnificent.

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Jobs boost as Home Instead opens Roscommon ofďŹ ce Home Instead Senior Care, the only care provider with a 32-county presence, has opened a local office in Roscommon town, bringing 30 new jobs and care services to local communities all over the county. The company is run by Managing Director Oliver McBride, a 43-year-old father-of-three who is married to Elaine. Oliver has a passion for caregiving and was delighted to open a new base on Abbey Street in Roscommon town. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re delighted to open our local office in Roscommon town. We started in this region in September 2016, while Home Instead itself has been in existence since 1994, having been formed in the US by a husband and wife team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We already have a strong and growing client base in Roscommon, and due to increased demand, we felt it was important to formally establish a presence here, so that we can be closer to our clients and their families. We try to provide care which allows the older person to stay in their home and support the older person and the family,â&#x20AC;? Oliver adds. Home Instead Senior Care has a relationship with the HSE and is on the executiveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2018 tender. The company provides a wide range of care services to older people, ranging from companionship, light housekeeping and meal

Pictured are Home Instead management and staff following the opening of their new office in Roscommon town: Oliver McBride (Managing Director); Stephanie Farrell (Client Care Coordinator), Geraldine Beirne (Senior CAREGiver), Lisa Marie Devaney (Senior Client Care Coordinator) and Jodie Molloy (General Manager). Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

preparation to more complex care needs, including Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and dementia care. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also provide private care, and in situations where there may be a shortfall in care available to families we can come into the home and provide the required level of care,â&#x20AC;? Oliver added. Home Instead carries out regular Quality Assessments and all CAR-

EGivers are provided with training to aid their continuing development. The opening of the new office will create job opportunities for local people and Home Instead offers competitive pay and a range of excellent benefits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very lucky to have an outstanding team of CAREGivers here in Roscommon and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always looking to add to it. Our local office will make

it even easier for Roscommonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s caring individuals to get in touch with us and discover how Home Instead can provide them with flexible and genuinely rewarding work,â&#x20AC;? says Oliver. Home Instead General Manager, Jodie Molloy, is 39-years-old and married to Yvonne and the couple have two children. Like Oliver, he believes more and more people want to be cared for in their own home, surrounded by family and loved ones. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We do additional work for other areas of the HSE such as physical and sensory and intellectual disabilitiesâ&#x20AC;Ś and what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re finding is more and more people want to live at home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The majority of work we do is in peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homes but we also do a variety of work for other agencies such as the Brothers of Charity here in Roscommon and Inspire, just to name two,â&#x20AC;? he said. Oliver added: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re more than an agency because we provide a complete service and we have care managers who go in and firstly review the situation to see whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needed and provide a suitable CAREGiver and return to monitor the situation. We offer a bespoke care package for each individual client. Each individual client is different and we need to factor that into the care plan.â&#x20AC;?

Home Instead Recruitment Fairs Home Instead Senior Care will hold Recruitment Fairs at the following locations this August and Septemberâ&#x20AC;Ś Friday, August 16th: The Quad Centre, Roscommon town from 11 am to 3 pm Thursday, August 22nd: Boyle Family Resource Centre, Boyle from 2 pm to 5 pm Thursday, August 29th: The Quad Centre, Roscommon town from 11 am to 3 pm Thursday, September 5th: Castlerea Community & Family Resource Centre, Trinity Arts Centre, Castlerea from 1 pm to 4.30 pm

Meet the Home Instead team! Oliver McBride, Managing Director; Jodie Molloy, General Manager; Lisa Marie Devaney, Senior CAREGiver Coordinator; Stephanie Farrell, CAREGiver Coordinator; Geraldine Beirne, Senior CAREGiver; John Melvin; Lisa Richardson; Triona Leydon; Margaret McCafferty; Bridget McGrath; MichĂĄel McKenna.

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It’s Londis Family Day at Roscommon Races next Monday Racing returns to Roscommon on Monday, August 19th for an all flat card, with the first of seven races due off at 5.20 pm. This is Londis Family Day and it is the second year that the Londis shops in Roscommon town are kindly sponsoring what promises to be a great night for all the family. There is lots of free entertainment for the children, such as Pirate Boat Train, Tea Cup Ride, face-painting and the Disco Dome. Once again, children under 16 have free admission. This is the last chance for the children to go

racing at Roscommon before they return to school and Ireland’s leading jockeys and trainers will be in attendance. Roscommon Races receive great support from the local business community and sponsors next week include Murray Ambulance, Eurona Brisknet, Londis Roscommon, Hydrotech Water Treatment Ltd., the Cleary family, Foran Equine and the EBF. Gerry Gill Motors kindly sponsors the prize for the hard-working grooms for the best turned out horse in each race.

There will be music in the main bar after the second last race with Billy Garvin. As always, Roscommon Racecourse offers value to customers and there is a special voucher for €35 available, which includes admission, race card, two-course meal and a €10 betting voucher. Discounts are also available for group bookings. Check out Roscommon Racecourse on Facebook or visit www.roscommonracecourse for updates.

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Pictured at the most recent Roscommon Races meeting were Gerry Naughton from P&G Cards, sponsor of the Best Turned Out Horse for all races, and Robert McConn (of the board of Roscommon Races). Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at the most recent Roscommon Races meeting were Anita and Padraic Cuddy, Class Grass, making a presentation to winning owner Cora Byrne, owner of Cappacon, who won The Class Grass Handicap Hurdle. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Tragic Debs student Jessica laid to rest today Loughrea student, Jessica Moore (19), who passed away at a Debs function in Gullane’s Hotel in Ballinasloe on Monday, will be laid to rest today (Thursday). The St. Raphael’s College student had been celebrating with friends when she complained of feeling ill in the early hours of Monday morning. It is understood the alarm was raised by Jessica’s friends after she fell ill and collapsed. Despite desperate efforts by medics,

HOUSING (TRAVELLER ACCOMMODATION) ACT, 1998 SECTION 15 Roscommon County Council adopted a five-year Traveller Accommodation Programme 2019 – 2024 at the Council Meeting of the 24th June, 2019. A copy of this Programme is available for inspection at the offices of Roscommon County Council, Housing Business Unit, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon, during normal office hours, Monday to Friday 9.15am to 5.30pm (Closed lunch 1 – 2). The Programme will also be available at the Council Area Offices and Public Libraries during usual opening hours and on Roscommon County Council’s website www.roscommoncoco.ie A copy of the Traveller Accommodation Programme 2019 - 2024, may be purchased on payment of a fee not exceeding the reasonable costs of making such a copy. Signed: Martin Lydon, Director of Services,Housing, ICT (incl. Digital Transformation), Water Services, Head of Finance and Roscommon MD Area Manager. Date:

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the tragic student was pronounced dead at Portiuncula Hospital. A Garda spokesperson described her death as a “horrific tragedy” and said that statements would be taken from students at the event as well as anyone else who came into contact with Jessica. They confirmed that CCTV would form part of the investigation and that a postmortem was also due to take place. A notice posted online alongside funeral arrangements earlier this week read: “To the

inexpressible grief of her heartbroken parents Brendan and Catherine. Cherished and much-loved sister of Cian and Ali”. Jessica’s father, Brendan, described Jessica as “an angel” in a tribute posted online. “My little girl is now an angel. There’s always going to be an irreplaceable hole in our lives. “Rest easy Jess, you’ll never be forgotten”. Jessica will be laid to rest today following funeral Mass at 1 pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Ballaun.

Naughten seeks reassurances on future of Garda HQ Independent TD Denis Naughten has sought reassurance from Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan that Roscommon town will retain its status as a Garda Divisional Headquarters in any reorganisation of Garda Divisions. “Recent reports on a draft proposal for the Garda reorganisation of the force is suggesting that the Roscommon/Longford Division would be merged with Mayo under the changes which are due to be introduced at the end of the year,” Deputy Naughten said.

“This would mean that there would be a single Garda Divisional Headquarters for this new super-division and the current Garda HQ in Roscommon town is geographically well suited to service this expanded area. “While I understand that no final decision has been made on the reconfiguration of the divisions and any subsequent changes in personnel that might take place as a result, people are naturally concerned that Roscommon could lose out in the process,” concluded Deputy Naughten.

All rosy as…Eamonn completes his ‘Drive for Five’! Eamonn McCormack, Ardikellan, Strokestown pictured with his All-Ireland winning Single Rose at Tullamore Show in Sunday last. This is the fifth time Eamonn has won this All-Ireland competition, and he had previously taken third place in the final as well. He also won special awards for Best Potted Plant, Best Cut Flowers and Best Dahlias in the Intermediate category in the Flower Section at the Show in addition to the normal prizes in the section.

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Matthew Hanley, Niall Hickey, Allan Hill, Jack McNally, Brian O’Malley, Jack Lohan, Conor McNamara, Lee Kilroe, Brian Neilan, James Fagan and Gustavo Rodrigues pictured on Tuesday morning after receiving their Leaving Cert results at CBS Roscommon. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

newsbriefs Moylough Heritage Week events Moylough will play host to a number of events as part of Heritage Week 2019. On Wednesday, August 21st from 8 pm-9.30 pm, there will be a talk entitled: ‘Life in a Medieval Monastery’ by Dr. Colmán Ó Clabaigh, OSB Glenstal, renowned medieval historian, in Moylough Community Centre. On Thursday, August 22nd there will be a guided tour of Clonfert Cathedral at 3.30 pm and a guided tour of Clontuskert Priory at 5.30 pm led by Dr. Christy Cunniffe, Galway Co. Archaeologist and Dr. Colmán Ó Clabaigh, OSB. The theme is ‘Fabric of Faith as exemplified in Clonfert Cathedral and Clontuskert Priory’. This is a free event open to all. Contact 087-3480583 or email mrc@moylough.com with any queries.

Life to Wellness Talk in Castlerea Castlerea Community & Family Resource Centre is hosting a Life to Wellness DoTerra Oils talk this evening (Thursday 15th) from 7 to 9 pm in the Trinity Arts Centre. Brian will speak about how Doterra Oils can impact and benefit your life while focusing on sleep and relaxation.

Ballaghaderreen Men’s Shed to host charity Tractor Run Ballaghaderreen Men’s Shed will host a tractor run in aid of Motor Neurone Disease and the Alzheimer’s Society at 12 pm this Sunday (18th) from The Mill Business Park on the Dublin Road. The event is part of a bigger fundraising drive to honour local postman, Frank Kelly, who passed away from the disease last year. A spokesman for the Men’s Shed paid tribute to Mr. Kelly: “He gave his life to Ballaghaderreen GAA, Mayo GAA and he also played with St. Brendan’s in Birmingham. “On Monday, September 30th a group of cyclists including our Chairperson Pat Towey and Frank’s son Peter will cycle from outside the Claddagh Ring in Hendon, London and arrive in Ballaghaderreen on Saturday, October 5th. It’s a cycle of 550 kilometres across two countries with much love and affection and support from people coming together to help each other. “Since the shed opened in Ballaghaderreen almost two years ago we have enjoyed a new focus in life. Here we gather on a weekly basis in our home where we are at ease with each other. We play cards, darts, plan social gatherings and we look forward to guest speakers. “The shed plays such an important role in our community and we are more than happy to play our part in remembering Frank’s life and supporting MND and Alzheimer’s Society where all proceeds will go”. Entry for Sunday’s Tractor Run costs €20 per vehicle and the Men’s Shed has promised a warm welcome for all participants. There will be a raffle on the day and refreshments in the Ballaghaderreen Men’s Shed following the event.

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On to the next chapter…

Congratulations to all the students in Co. Roscommon and beyond who received their Leaving Certificate results this week. I’m one of those who believes it’s a largely unfair and out of date system…but there you go. The general consensus locally is that students, parents and teachers were – by and large – pleased with how the Leaving Certificate ‘Class of 2019’ fared. There’s too much pressure on students these days and I have no doubt that those who sat the exams will be relieved and delighted that the long wait is over. Regardless of what points total you achieved, the world is your oyster. Today’s young people can achieve whatever they set out to achieve. An individual exam has nothing on hard work, common sense and good old-fashioned determination. On behalf of all our readers, I wish the Class of 2019 all the very best in the future.

Lame leaders!

Seriously…if Boris and Leo (and their officials) cannot agree on whether or not – not to mention where and when – they are meeting, can we really expect them to run their respective countries?

Cricket? Nah? Well, maybe…

The attitude of a lot of Irish people (certainly not all) to cricket over the centuries: ‘Nah… not for me…don’t even understand the rules, plus it’s boring’. The attitude of a lot of Irish people to cricket when England recently won the Cricket World Cup…a bit alarmed, a bit relieved it wasn’t the soccer…on reflection, happy enough, but fairly indifferent. The attitude of a lot of Irish people to cricket when Ireland, a week on from England’s World Cup win, started beating the new champions in a Test match: ‘Eh…

did you see the cricket? We bowled England out for 85 this morning! We’re doing brilliant in the cricket! Any update on the cricket?!’ The attitude of a lot of Irish people to cricket when England struck back – to win. ‘The cricket? What cricket? Sure that’s an English game…bring on the hurling and football!’

Saving Eoghan…

In politics, nothing can be taken for granted. Eoghan Murphy was well on his way to winning the ‘Worst Politician of the Year’ Award… but then there was a massive swing in the direc-

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tion of Maria Bailey, and now she has taken the honours…

Small crowds ... Could it be the football?

Most people were shocked by the small attendance (not much more than 30,000) at the Tyrone/ Kerry All-Ireland Senior Football semi-final on Sunday. I’m not sure that the main reason was the sense

Lilly graces Croker… Last Saturday was a memorable day for one young Roscommon footballer when Lilly Murray (12) got the opportunity to play during half-time in the All-Ireland Senior Football semi-final at Croke Park. Lilly, a pupil of Ballymurray NS, was the sole Roscommon representative amongst the 42 children who featured in the GAA/INTO Cumann na mBunscol Respect Education Go Games. Representing their primary schools, the children took part in exhibition games at half-time in the Dublin/Mayo game… in front of an attendance of over 83,000 people! Lilly is daughter of Anne Marie and Liam Murray of Kilcash, Rahara, Co. Roscommon. Lilly, who plays with St. Dominics GAA Club, did have to line out in a Mayo jersey, but that was a small price to pay for what was a wonderful experience – and a great honour! (The 42 children involved on Saturday donned the jerseys of Mayo and Dublin for the exhibition games). It was an unforgettable experience for Lilly and for all involved, particularly given the tremendous atmosphere generated by the Dublin and Mayo fans in what was the most high profile and eagerly awaited GAA game played at Croke Park so far this year.

that Dublin are unbeatable. I do think that the costs being incurred by families – particularly with qualifier games and now the Super 8s – is a big factor in falling attendances. But I was amused that very few commentators mentioned what must be a primary reason…i.e. the tedious nature of much of the football. Tyrone’s style of play – and very often the modern game generally – is boring and very difficult to watch.

Seeking a stand-in…

They’re all decent people, but I’ve had enough of these stand-in radio presenters already… If it’s ‘Today with Sean O’Rourke’, we want Sean…ditto with ‘The Pat Kenny Show’ and so on. True, people are entitled to holidays, but the ‘stand-in’ blitz every August, coupled with the increasingly frivolous content, leaves us with duller radio. Until normal service has resumed, someone will have to ‘stand in’ for this listener…

Political Love Island…

It’s off air at the moment…but will be back soon. On Political Love Island (nightly, Virgin Media, with Matt Cooper and Ivan Yates) Roscommon/Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice remains one of the most popular islanders, as he’s always there – and it looks like he always with be. But, drama during summer of 2019 in the form of a familiar face…hinting that he might become a potential rival for the affections of Matt and Ivan…i.e. Denis Naughten, who suddenly started appearing as a guest on Political Love Island. Just now, Michael Fitz remains the firm favourite, but he’s not having it all his own way. Now, as autumn looms, and with normal current affairs coverage on TV to resume soon, the question is: Will Eugene (Murphy) enter the fray to further change the dynamic on Political Love Island?

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‘Who do you think he is?’ Genealogy and Local History Conference on August 24th Roscommon Town Team will host a Genealogy and Local History Conference and ‘Who Do You Think He Is?’ on Saturday, August 24th in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon town with registration from 9.30 am.

There will be talks and presentations throughout the day including ‘Researching Living Relatives’ with Mary Leyden; Your Town History with Marian Harlow; Sources for Genealogy and Local History with Eilish Feeley; Graveyards – A Source for Local and Family History with Mary Timoney, and much, much more. The conference will also feature a very special ‘Who Do You Think He Is?’ at 8 pm which

will result in a well-known local personality discover more about their roots! ‘Who Do You Think He Is?’ will begin with a short presentation by Eilish Feeley and Mary Leyden on their experiences using DNA in Genealogy and Family History research. Following on from the presentation, a local mystery man will discover the story behind his family history while building his family tree. As part of this

light-hearted look at the scholarly topic of genealogical and family history research, the organisers have conducted ancestral DNA profiling of this local personality. Is our man a true Rossie? Find out on Saturday, August 24th! Admission for this event, which is supported by Creative Ireland, is €5 and booking is available through the Roscommon Tourist Office at 090-6625613, Eilish Feeley on 087-2940544 and Mary Leyden on 087-6335511.

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newsbriefs Launch of workhouse booklet at Cootehall On Sunday, August 25th at 12.30 pm, there will be a launch of a special booklet by historian Steve Dolan focusing on Boyle Workhouse and the workhouses of the region after a free lecture at Cootehall Community House. The proceeds will go towards the restoration the former home of novelist John McGahern. This Heritage Week, Steve will be raising €10,000 for charities in the region.

25 card game for Lourdes Invalid Fund A progressive 25 card game (double hand) is being held in The Bridge House, Athleague this Saturday (17th) at 9 pm. It is a fundraiser for the Lourdes Invalid Fund (Elphin Diocese branch) to assist in the upcoming pilgrimage. Entry fee is €10 per person. There will be a raffle on the night and a special draw for non-players. Refreshments will be served. For further details contact Frances Keane on 0868060687 or Ivan Connaughton on 0868985013.

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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 this Saturday (17th) from Lecarrow. 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. For more information, find Darragh Kenny Memorial Cycle on Facebook or contact Sarah on 086-1201039 or Liam on 086-1209134

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Assumption Thursday Mass Mass will take place in Ballinderry Old Churchyard on Assumption Thursday, the 15th of August, at 7 pm.

Local Active Retirement Group are off the races… Roscommon Active Retirement Group will leave for the Races in Lenabane, on Monday, the 19th of August. The bus will be at the Sacred Heart Church carpark between 4-4.30 pm. For more information, please contact 090-6626386.

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Slow news story of the week: Murphy’s CAP reform Local Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy nearly broke the Twitter machine on Tuesday when he took to the social media platform to issue some heartfelt encouragement to the nation’s students as they anxiously awaited their Leaving Certificate results. The Strokestown TD flicked the Caps Lock on for maximum effect and his message was received loud and clear across the country. Fellow Twitter users weren’t long in letting the TD know how they felt about his abbreviated message

but Deputy Murphy took the feedback well and appears to have earned himself some new followers as a result. Reply of the day came from Jamie O’Keeffe (@ jamieokeeffe73) who Tweeted: ‘CAP reform needed’. Eugene took to Twitter later that evening to assure his new fans that despite his new-found fame, he would continue to do Tweets his way! – DD

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Coláiste Mhuire students Orla Trayers and Adam Farrell pictured receiving their Leaving Certificate results on Tuesday morning in Ballygar. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Business ESB must provide clarity on Lanesboro licence – Naughten Deputy Denis Naughten is calling on the ESB to provide clarity on an expected restart date for operations at Lough Ree Power Station in Lanesboro, following the proposed determination on its licence by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “When local TDs met with the ESB a number of weeks ago, the company stated that it could not provide clarity on when operations

would commence at Lanesboro until it had a determination from the EPA,” Deputy Naughten said. “On foot of that meeting, and in the interests of Bord na Móna and ESB staff, I asked the EPA to expedite a decision on the licence application and we now have a ‘proposed determination’ from the EPA which contains 112 individual conditions relating to the environmental management, opera-

tion, control and monitoring of the plant. Now that the ESB has the EPA decision it must provide clarity to local workers on the operation of Lough Ree Power Station over the next 16 months, pending a planning decision on the continued operation of the Lanesboro plant from 2021,” he added. “Seasonal staff have already been let go at Mount Dillon due to the lack of clarity on the operation of

the power station in Lanesboro, even though there is still ten years’ work left on the Mount Dillion bogs and any further uncertainty threatens their jobs and that of the permanent staff. “While I accept that this is still a ‘proposed determination’ the ESB should be able to outline a likely restart date based on a formal licence being issued by the EPA,” Deputy Naughten concluded. Deputy Denis Naughten

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Roscommon producer wins at International Great Taste Awards The Dunnes Stores Simply Better collection was once again recognised on an international stage as the brand took home 34 awards at the prestigious 2019 International Great Taste Awards, which are considered the ‘Oscars’ of the food industry. Winning a coveted 2 Star Award was the Dunnes Stores Simply Better Organic Harissa Spice Seasoning, which is produced by Voa Foods Ltd. in Athlone Co. Roscommon.

Established in 1994, the Great Taste Awards are internationally recognised as the benchmark for fine food and drink and are one of the most respected awards in the world. This year almost 13,000 products were blind-tasted by a panel of over 500 industry experts, including acclaimed chefs, restaurateurs and food critics, to find the best tasting entries. Diarmuid Murphy, Simply Better Brand Manager, said: “We are delighted to work with the team from

Voa Foods, to source our Simply Better Organic Harissa Spice Seasoning and we are thrilled for this fantastic product to be recognised internationally through these awards. We are so lucky to work with such amazing producers, developing award-winning products that are consistent and internationally recognised for their quality”. Speaking about their win, Ted Carty of Voa Foods Ltd. in Athlone, said: “To be recognised with such a prestigious Great Taste

Award is a dream come true, and something that would not have been possible for a small producer like ourselves without the support of the Simply Better team. We are proud to collaborate with people who are as passionate about quality Irish food as we are. The collaboration has opened up so many doors for us, allowing our business to grow and has given us the opportunity to share our quality products with customers across Ireland”.

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Leaving Cert bridges gap between adolescence and adulthood, but it should never define any person This week tens of thousands of young men and women will have received their Leaving Cert results. The world that they will be entering into now is much different than it was even ten years ago. Having gone through the experience with four of my own children in recent years, I would have a fair idea of what to expect. Third level college is what lies ahead for most students, and while it is probably a requirement now for most jobs, there are far more choices for young people which are not given fair consideration. Qualified carpenters, electricians, plumbers, blocklayers, mechanics and plenty more jobs in construction and the building and other trades are now more valuable than they have ever been. The day of people turning their noses up at these careers should be long gone. Indeed, good tradespeople are capable of earning far more than many of those who have spent five or six years in college. The general trend now for students in third level is that a huge number do a basic degree and then go on to do a secondary degree such as an honours or some complimentary course that will enhance their chances of getting a job. It’s to the credit of many young people that they are prepared to go to college for so long to improve their chances later in life, but the reality for parents is that it costs a fortune…and many people are struggling with the cost of sending their children to third level institutions. The cost of rent alone is almost out of reach in some cases. How long will it be before some people simply will not be able to afford to send their children to college? On the plus side, there are loads of em-

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ployment options for young people at the present time, and with our own economy showing almost full employment, there are plenty of jobs to go around. But, as we have seen so many times in the past, these things move in cycles and it is hard to predict what’s coming down the

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Third level college is what lies ahead for most students, and while it is probably a requirement now for most jobs, there are far more choices for young people which are not given fair consideration

tracks. A Brexit with no deal is one major worry in terms of jobs. One aspect of life that has certainly changed in recent years is that young people tend not to look as a job as being ‘for life’. A huge percentage of the younger set are happy to work in a job for four or five years, and then seek a change. The fact that there are so many of that generation who simply cannot afford to buy a place to live has also changed lifestyles radically. But the fact remains that while the Leaving Cert is an exam that bridges the gap between adolescence and adulthood, it should never define any person. If the results are good then that’s great, but if they are not so good then there are many options for our young people to take. I wish them all the best of luck as they consider their options and look to the future this week. I would love to see a sizeable number of the local students being able to live and work in County Roscommon, but that’s far too much to hope for unfortunately. The vast majority are set for Galway, Dublin, London, New York, Toronto and elsewhere.

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N61 Tulsk to Clashaganny Road Project 1ST PUBLIC CONSULTATION CONSTRAINTS FINDINGS AND ROUTE OPTIONS Roscommon County Council, in conjunction with Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) is promoting a project to improve the N61 National Secondary Route between Clashaganny and Tulsk. Roscommon National Roads Regional Office has identified a number of indicative route options based on the constraints study findings for the Project and this is now being presented for public consultation.

THE PUBLIC CONSULTATION will take place in

Tulsk Macra Hall, Tulsk, County Roscommon. Eircode F45 AY06 on Wednesday 21st August 2019, between the hours of 12pm and 6:30 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend this public consultation to express their views and impart their local knowledge. For additional project information, or to complete the questionnaire online, please visit the project webpage at http://www.roscommoncoco.ie/en/Services/Roads/Publications-and-Information/

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Seamus Nugent makes a presentation on behalf of Kilglass GAA Club to Rev. Msgr. Kevin Flanagan at a function in Kilglass GAA Club to commemorate his Diamond Jubilee in the priesthood. Pic: Mick McCormack

Nuala Diffley makes a presentation on behalf of Roscommon GAA to Rev. Msgr. Kevin Flanagan at a function in Kilglass GAA Club to commemorate his Diamond Jubilee in the priesthood. Pic: Mick McCormack

Fitzmaurice slams ‘efforts to close Rosalie Unit’ Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice has slammed what he describes as “continued efforts” by the HSE and the Government to close the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea. The Roscommon-Galway representative was reacting to claims that some residents have been moved away from the unit and that a resident who had to attend hospital was told that they weren’t going to be brought back to the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea. “This is a scandalous situation for those who have spent a considerable amount of their lives in the Rosalie Unit, as well as their loved ones, to find themselves in. “The stress that is being put on families due to this is immense and it is, once again, a clear indication that this Government isn’t able to stand up to the HSE. “At meetings held in Castlerea in the past, letters were produced that were – allegedly – from Leo Varadkar, TDs in this area and from others in Government. “Unfortunately, these letters don’t appear to be worth the paper they were written on. This shows the contempt that people in Co. Roscommon and, indeed, people who avail of mental health services are held with when the Government and the HSE embark on a mission to close facilities”. The TD added: “The HSE continue to re-

fer to clinical reports, but they have never listened to the families of the people who have lived in the Rosalie Unit for many years. “Promises were made and promises have been broken, making it difficult for the electorate to ever trust politicians. “The sad reality is that this Government is being propped up by an opposition party who could have pulled the plug on it. “But, alas, all we got at the end of the day is people coming out on the radio and in the media criticising the move – when they had the golden opportunity to take a stand. “The HSE has continuously pushed for the Rosalie Unit to be closed. Other facilities have also been closed or are under threat in the region. “Has the HSE or this Government even looked at having a stepdown facility for people who have attended an acute unit? This would provide them with the support needed to make the transition back to ‘normal’ life and improve their overall wellbeing. “This Government needs to review the HSE’s intentions to close the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea for the sake of its residents and their family members,” he said.

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INVITATION TO COMPLETE QUESTIONNAIRES ON CO. ROSCOMMON’ S DIGITAL STRATEGY Roscommon County Council is preparing a Digital Strategy covering topics such as Infrastructure, Digital Economy, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Digital Skills, Digital Services and Community. The Broadband Officer is inviting the public to participate by completing Questionnaires. All Upper Shannon Erne Future Economy (USEFE) Counties; Roscommon, Leitrim, Longford and Cavan have Questionnaires available. Co. Roscommon’s Questionnaires can be filled in online via links below: Business Questionnaire: https://arcg.is/15mCqu Consumer Questionnaire: https://arcg.is/1z985S Non-Profit Questionnaire: https://arcg.is/1Wa8qK Hardcopies are available at libraries, County Council Offices and at www.roscommoncoco.ie Please complete by Friday 30th August 2019

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Siofra Mahon, Sarah Dunican, Ava O’Leary and Aine Lyons pictured on Tuesday morning after receiving their Leaving Cert results at the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon town. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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NewsPeople Take on the Three Peaks for Jacinta’s Smile! Jacinta’s Smile – Sibling Bereavement Support will host a fundraising event on Sunday, August 31st from the Riverside Hotel in Sligo called the Three Peaks Challenge. The aim of the fundraiser is to reach the peaks of Sligo’s three stunning mountains, Benbulben, Knockarea and Knocknashee, all in one day. Those wishing to take part can do so by logging on to eventbrite.ie and registering on the Three Peaks Challenge for Jacinta’s Smile page. Donations can be made at gofundme. com/three-peaks-challenge. Tickets for the day cost €69 and cover insurance, expert guides, aid stations, planning and logistics, coach transfers, lunch and snacks and changing facilities. All support would be appreciated for what promises to be a great day out!

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Annual Grandparents’ Pilgrimage to Knock

Family Fun Day at Portrun on August 25th! As part of National Heritage Week, Portrun Development Association is holding a Family Fun Day at the Portrunny shoreline on Sunday, August 25th. Activities start at 1.30 pm with a sponsored 5km walk, which is suitable for all with an option to extend the walk to take in the Portrunny Heritage Trail. Other activities on the day will include a talk by an environmentalist, an option to cruise on a Viking ship, Splash and Dash Kayaking, music and activities for children. More details next week also check out www. portrun.ie and Portrun Roscommon Facebook page. All are welcome.

Centre from 5 pm on Wednesday, August 21st, courtesy of the Museum of Country Life, Castlebar. This exhibition includes Moylough Apostolic Work and celebrates many Irish women including the Moylough Apostolic Workers who contributed selflessly for the benefit of others.

Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Jacinta Paisley, Karen, Pat and Max Bowens. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Kilteevan to host Heritage Week event Kilteevan Graveyard Committee invites you to their free event, ‘The Games We Played’ on Sunday, August 18th at 3 pm in Kilteevan Community Centre. Based on games recorded in Kilteevan Schools’ Folklore Collection 1938, enjoy an afternoon playing some of these board

and card games. Ever played Pins or Teetum Totum? Find out how to on the day! Participation is totally optional with spectators most welcome.

‘Our Irish Women’ exhibition in Moylough An exhibition entitled ‘Our Irish Women’ will be on display in Moylough Community

The annual Grandparents’ Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine will take place on Sunday, September 8th at the Shrine of Our Lady of Knock. This annual pilgrimage is a special day for grandparents and families, and a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge the great contribution that grandparents make to church, to family, and to society in teaching and passing on the faith. The Catholic Grandparents Association was established to help and support grandparents in their great task. Grandparents were never as important as they are today at this critical time to the church, the family and society. The pilgrimage begins with the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick at 2.30 pm. The Pilgrimage Mass follows at 3 pm with Chief Celebrant Bishop Kevin Doran, Bishop of Elphin. We look forward to welcoming each and every one of you personally in Knock so that grandparents everywhere can be honoured and thanked. For further information contact Connie at catholicgrandparents@gmail.com or call 085-8704722.

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Local Beef Plan Movement officials remain pessimistic about the outcome of talks to resolve the ongoing dispute between the group and meat factories. Vice-Chairman of the Roscommon Beef Plan Movement, Conal Tiernan, told the Roscommon People on Wednesday that he remained unconvinced that factories had “the appetite” to resolve the ongoing dispute. Meat Industry Ireland has presented proposals to the meat factories and there is expected to be white smoke from those discussions later today (Thursday). Protests at factories nationwide had been halted last weekend ahead of talks between Meat Industry Ireland and the Beef Plan Movement as well as

representatives from the farm organisations and the Department of Agriculture. The twelve-day picket of Kepak in Athleague was called off last Friday after the Department of Agriculture had called for all protests and legal proceedings to be suspended ahead of the talks. Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice had reacted to proposed legal action by Meat Industry Ireland last week. He said: “If MII wishes to persevere with this course of action against the Beef Plan Movement, we could be left in a situation where ordinary farmers – with no affiliation to any group – decide to maintain the protests. “It could potentially end up where you could have a couple of hundred farmers on the picket line with

no official direction. What would MII do then?” Fellow Independent TD Denis Naughten urged all sides to ensure that “meaningful engagement commences” having previously called for supermarkets to be part of the round table discussion proposed by Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed. Deputy Naughten said there was a need for transparency when it came to price margins across the beef supply chain and supermarkets “must justify beef specifications”. Meanwhile, Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy had said the talks must deliver results for beef farmers after “determined action by Beef Farmers in support of the Beef Plan Movement protests forced Meat Factories to the negotiating table”. “Base beef prices are

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provide the assurances that this will be forthcoming. “Such funding should not have unnecessary conditions attached and reflect the market disturbance currently being experienced,” he said.

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Roscommon Mart sample prices Dry cows Lim X 765kgs €1390, Char X 750kgs €1310, SHX 640kgs €960.

Heifers Lim X 645kgs €1460, Char X 660kgs €1420, Lim X 650kgs €1400, Char X 655kgs €1400, Char X 570kgs €1260, Lim X 605kgs €1225, SAX 540kgs €1175, Char X 520kgs €1150, Char X 440kgs €1050, Lim X 395kgs €940.

Bullocks Char X 845kgs €1615, Char X 730kgs €1540, 4 Char X 566kgs €1510, Lim X 550kgs €1495, 5 Char

X 545kgs €1440, Char X 565kgs €1435, BBX 535kgs €1300, Lim X 545kgs €1305, Lim X 520kgs €1270, 2 Char X 470kgs €1150, Lim X 430kgs €1030, Char X 425kgs €1000, Char X 425kgs €965, Simm X 435kgs €980.

Spring lambs 55.2kgs €104, 51.2kgs €103, 54.1kgs €98, 48kgs €98, 49kgs €95, 47.9kgs €95, 49.7kgs €94, 48.3kgs €92.

Ewe lambs 46.4kgs €104, 47.9kgs €102, 47.8kgs €100, 43.2kgs €100, 45.7kgs €98, 46.5kgs €95, 46.9kgs €94, 42.8kgs €93, 45.2kgs €90.

Manager’s report… Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There was a good entry of top-quality cattle on offer at last Friday’s sale with a plenty of buyers sourcing stock. Bullocks averaged from €2.12 per kilo up to €2.71 per kilo. Heifers ranged from an average of €2.04 per kilo up to €2.38 per kilo “There was a small entry of dry cows which fetched from €1.69 per kilo up to 1.81 per kilo. Quality cattle sold well while plainer lots were more difficult to clear. “This Friday (16th) at 11 am, the mart will host its usual sale for bullocks, heifers, weanlings, dry cows and suckler cows. On Friday, August 23rd there will be a special sale for bullocks and heifers at 11 am, including dry cows. Bookings accepted up to 5 pm today (Thursday 15th). “There was a large entry of sheep on offer at this week’s sale. There was a steady trade for lambs with prices fetching €104 for 55.2kgs. There were also plenty of ewe lambs on offer with a top price of €104 for 46.4kgs There was a good trade for cast ewes with prices ranging from €40 up to €105. “Sales continue each Wednesday at 11 am for lambs and cast ewes. Please note all sheep must be tagged with a full yellow EID Tag set”.

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“Similar numbers of stock presented for sale this week with trade and prices unchanged from last week. Better quality stock was on offer this week and in general this helped the trade with good demand for the stores on offer. Heavier forward cattle are under pressure at the moment but breeding stock and the dry cows reported good clearances. “Cows with calves at foot made from €860 to €1,740 for a Charolais cow and her Charolais heifer calf at foot. Springers made from €1,230 to €1,560 per head. “Smaller numbers of sucks on offer this week with young calves making from €200 to €220 per head and runners made from €350 to €700 for the continental types on offer. “Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (Thursday) with our usual sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves, runners and weanlings on offer. All sales commence at 11 am with three rings in operation”.

Ch 475kgs €1100, AA 465kgs €1085, Ch 435kgs €1050, Lmx 545kgs €1200, Ch 525kgs €1100, Ch 565kgs €1390, Ch 635kgs €1270, Lm 580kgs €1200.

Lm 690kgs €1310, Lm 705kgs €1270, Lm 715kgs €1280, AA 795kgs €1285, Hex 650kgs €1090.

Heifers Lmx 390kgs €950, BBx 420kgs €935, Lm 425kgs €895, Ch 400kgs €885, Lm 455kgs €1060, BBX 440kgs €1030, Ch 645kgs €1375, Ch 640kgs €1335, Ch 640kgs €1330, Lm 570kgs €1250.

Weanling bulls Chx 375kgs €1045, Lm 390kgs €1000, Lm 365kgs €940, Lm 335kgs €835, Ch 295kgs €725.

Weanling heifers Lm 340kgs €835, Ch 340kgs €805, Ch 425kgs €980, Ch 305kgs €765, Lm 310kgs €750.

Monday, September 16th: Bullock sale resumes on Mondays Thursday, September 19th: Continental weanling Show and Sale Monday, September 23rd: Continental bullock Show and Sale Thursday, September 26th: Continental heifer Show and Sale and Belgian bull weanling Show and Sale Monday, September 30th: Aberdeen Angus bullock Show and Sale Thursday, October 3rd: Aberdeen Angus heifer Show and Sale Saturday sales will run for the month of October.

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Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Joseph and Julia Cunniffe with one of Joseph’s carvings. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Mary Mullins, Arts Officer; Majella Hunt, Director of Services – Community & Enterprise (including Library Services), Athlone Municipal District, Special Projects and Regeneration, and Averyl Dooher, Arts Director, Roscommon Arts Centre. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS 2001 (AS AMENDED) - PART 8 Applicant: Roscommon County Council Location: Meadowbrook, Ballyclare Townland, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon. Proposal: Pursuant to the requirements of the above, notice is hereby given of: Proposed Residential Development at Meadowbrook, Ballyclare Townland, Ballyleague, Co Roscommon. The Proposed Development will comprise of a) 18 No. residential units as follows: (i) 10 No. 2 storey 3-Bed Semi-Detached Houses with storage sheds to rear, (ii) 8 No. single storey 2-Bed semi-detached residential units with storage sheds to rear (iii), (b) all associated site works including construction of footpath, roads, car parking area, street lighting, 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 16/08/2019 during public opening hours at the ofﬁces of Roscommon County Council, Housing Department, Aras an Chontae, Roscommon between 9.30am – 1pm and 2pm – 5.30pm Monday to Friday (excl. bank holidays)

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The Roscommon Friends of Breastfeeding Mum2Mum Group will hold its monthly meet-up in Sensory Me, Roscommon town this Saturday (17th) at 10.30 am in order to share breastfeeding information and support. All babies, children, parents and parents-tobe are welcome to join in. The group meets on the third Saturday of every month. Contact Julie O’Donoghue on 087-7554385 for further information or find us on Facebook.

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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 27/09/2019, marked “Meadowbrook Housing Development, Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon” and submitted to:

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Mass will be celebrated in Kileenan Graveyard this Saturday (17th) at 3 pm, and in Ardcarne Graveyard on Sunday (18th) at 12 noon. A collection will be taken up in Ardcarne Graveyard for the cost of the lighting of the church and graveyard. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

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Celebrating National Heritage Week…in ROSCOMMON

17-25 AUGUST 2019

National Heritage Week 2019 ‘Pastimes – Past Times’ National Heritage Week 2019 will take place between the 17th and 25th of August. This year the theme for Heritage Week is the celebration of Pastimes and Past Times. Take a stroll through history and explore the unique ways in which we choose to spend our free time and how this has evolved throughout the years. Co-ordinated by the Heritage Council, National Heritage Week is

Ireland’s most popular cultural event and this year over 450,000 people are expected to participate in over 2,000 heritage events around the country. Over twenty community groups, organisations and individuals have organised more than forty events around County Roscommon to celebrate the rich and diverse heritage that is there for us all to enjoy. Events range from lectures, launches, nature walks, visits

to historic houses and gardens, music, poetry and song to family fun events. Many of the events are free and the programme highlights the abundance of great work that is carried out in communities all around County Roscommon to care for and promote our built, natural and cultural heritage. “Events are taking place from the north to the south of the county, so no matter where you live there should be

a Heritage Week event on near you! There is a lot to do for all ages and all the family during National Heritage Week and best of all most of it is free, so enjoy the week”, said Nollaig Feeney, Heritage Officer, Roscommon County Council. Please keep an eye on www.heritageweek.ie or phone Callsave 1850 200 878 as event details may be subject to change. You can keep in touch

with Heritage Week on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Copies of the National and Roscommon Event Guide are available from libraries around the county and Roscommon County Council Customer Service Desk, Àras an Chontae, Roscommon, and will be distributed around the county this week. The County Event Guide can be downloaded from www. roscommoncoco.ie.

National Heritage Week Events in County Roscommon Saturday 24th

Roscommon County Council supports National Heritage Week under the County Roscommon Heritage Plan 2017-2021. Events taking place around the county are as follows:

‘Local and Family History Conference’ from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon (booking required); ‘Who Do You Think He Is?’ Assist a well-known local Roscommon personality research his roots in Hannon’s Hotel at 6.30 pm; ‘Traditional Hand-Woven Basket Demo’ by Patricia O’Flaherty of Naomh Padraig Handcrafts at 10 am in Strokestown library; ‘Dig It – Archaeology for Children’ – a fun, educational, hands-on archaeological experience for children from 11 am to 4.30 pm in Lough Key Forest & Activity Park, Boyle; ‘Lady’s Dressing Room Ribbon Cutting’ – help cut the ribbon on the newlyrefurbished and never previously opened dressing room at 4.30 pm in Strokestown House; talk on ‘The Five Great Houses of Roscommon, which shaped 17th Century History in Ireland and Europe’ by Paul Connolly at 3 pm in Castlecoote House. Castlecoote House and grounds will be open for Heritage Week. ‘Bat Talk’ in Roscommon Castle at 8 pm; ‘Bat Talk & Walk’ in St. John’s Wood, meet at 8 pm at St. John’s Community Centre, Lecarrow.

Saturday 17th Take a guided tour of Clonalis House from 11 am to 3.45 pm and see the recently restored landau coach; ‘Launch of Strokestown Poetry Festival Heritage Week Poetry’ at 11 am in Strokestown Library; ‘Roscommon Town History Guided Walk and Talk’ at 11 am from the Tourist Office in The Square; ‘Cameras & Chemistry in the Big House’ – See how Harry Packenham Mahon made a projector in the late 1890s, visit the darkroom and the laboratory, two rooms not usually open to the public from 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm in Strokestown Park; Free admission to King House, Boyle from 11 am to 5 pm and take a walk through almost 300 years of history.

Sunday 18th

Sunday 25th

‘Arigna Walk of Heritage Monuments’ at 1 pm from The Miners Bar exploring mostly unknown local monuments in Arigna; ‘The Games We Played’ – Enjoy an afternoon playing board and card games from the games recorded in Kilteevan School in the Folklore Collection 1938, in Kilteevan Community Centre at 3 pm; Free admission to the ‘Irish National Famine Museum’ in Strokestown Park from 10.30 am to 5 pm; Take a tour of Roscommon’s Royal Castle from 12 pm to 4 pm.

It’s ‘Water Heritage Day’ – celebrate it in Portrunny at ‘Finders & Seekers’ and spend an afternoon on the shore of Lough Ree where all ages can participate in an exploration trail at 2.30 pm, meet at Portrunny Playground; Step back in time and visit the ‘18th Century Restored Windmill’ in Elphin from 12 pm to 4 pm; Enjoy ‘Vintage and Heritage Day’ with Mid Roscommon Vintage Club in Strokestown Park, 12 pm to 5.30 pm; Visit a ‘Traditional Thatched Cottage’ at Teach Luinín, Moyvannion, Kiltoom, Athlone (Local Road L7553) from 12-4 pm; ‘Remembering Josie McDermott’ with music at his home, Coolmeen and a walk to Ballyfarnon for a traditional music session at the Josie McDermott Memorial from 2 pm to 7 pm; Lecture and booklet launch on the ‘Workhouses of County Roscommon’ by historian Steve Dolan at 12.30 pm in Cootehall Community House.

Monday 19th Take a guided tour of ‘Women in Politics & Public Life 1918-2018 – a Pop-Up Women’s Museum’ exhibition produced by the Department of Culture, Heritage & the Gaeltacht, Commemorations Unit and curated by historian Sinéad McCoole at Áras an Chontae Roscommon from 7 pm to 8 pm. Relive an evening in the ‘Rambling House’ tradition of neighbours and acquaintances in Drum Heritage Centre from 8 pm to 9.30 pm.

Every day Events on every day include: ‘Women in Politics and Public Life 19182018’ a major new national exhibition & Pop-Up Women’s Museum, hosted by Roscommon County Council, on display in Áras and Chontae, Roscommon F42 VR98 during office hours; ‘Wild Child Exploration Trail’ a fact-finding fun family nature trail through the open fields and woods of Strokestown Park from 10.30 am to 4 pm daily from 17th-24th August; Visit The National Library of Ireland’s touring exhibition entitled ‘World War Ireland, 1914-1918’ in Roscommon County Library during library opening hours; ‘Karst, Turloughs & Eskers’ the geological heritage of Co. Roscommon can be viewed in Boyle Library during library opening hours; ‘Traditional Hand Woven Baskets’ exhibition in Strokestown Library all week during library opening hours; ‘Display of Heritage Books’ on the heritage and history of Elphin and Roscommon in Elphin Library during library opening hours. Castlecoote House and grounds will be open for Heritage Week.

Tuesday 20th ‘Buzzbee Puppet on a String’ fun for kids 12 pm to 2.30 pm in Loughnaneane Park, Roscommon Town. Help your kids to make their own Buzzbee Puppet on a String from supplied recycled materials, then bring Buzzbee to collect pollen from the flowers they can find in the park; ‘Cholera & Famine 1832-1849’ a talk by Martin Fagan, Archivist in Strokestown Park at 4 pm; ‘Exhibition on Dr. Douglas Hyde – First President of Ireland’ 2 pm-5 pm in Dr. Douglas Hyde Interpretative Centre, Portaghard, Frenchpark; ‘Build a Bug Hotel’ Kids Workshop, 3.15 pm to 4 pm at The Green, near the Spinney, Abbeytown, Roscommon; ‘Rural Settlement in Co. Roscommon’, a talk about the evolution of settlement patterns and vernacular architecture in County Roscommon and how future developments can reflect practices of the past by Pio Byrnes at 6 pm in Roscommon County Library (booking required); ‘Traditional Hand Woven Basket Making Demo’ by Patricia O’Flaherty of Naomh Padraig Handcrafts. See Patricia at work, have a chat with her about her craft at 2.30 pm in Castlerea Library. ‘N5 Road Project Archaeology’ a talk with Deirdre McCarthy, N5 Resident Archaeologist at 7 pm in Rathcroghan Visitor Centre in Tulsk (booking required).

* National Heritage Week is part of a European Heritage Day programme of events. This is a joint initiative of the Council of Europe and the European Union in which over forty countries participate each year. The main aim of European Heritage Days is to promote awareness of our built, natural and cultural heritage and to promote Europe’s common cultural heritage. Here in Ireland we celebrate European Heritage Days with a full week of events throughout National Heritage Week.

Wednesday 21st Celebrate ‘Wild Child Day’ with ‘Wild Child Buzzbee Puppet on a String’ workshop for kids, 12 pm to 3.45 pm at The Fairy House, Fairy Village, The Demesne, Castlerea. Launch of ‘Folklore & Oral History Recordings – Phase 13’ at 3.30 pm in Roscommon County Library; ‘Exhibition on Dr. Douglas Hyde – First President of Ireland’ 2 pm-5 pm in Dr. Douglas Hyde Interpretative Centre, Portaghard, Frenchpark; take a guided tour of ‘Women in Politics & Public Life 1918-2018 – a Pop-Up Women’s Museum’ at Áras an Chontae Roscommon from 7 pm to 8 pm; ‘Professor Michael Herity Annual Memorial Lecture’ by archaeologist and early Irish historian, Dr. Brian Lacey at 7.30 pm in Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, Tulsk (booking required).

Thursday 22nd ‘Mighty Moths’ with Michael Bell from Nature Learn at 11 am outside King House, Boyle; take a ‘Family Nature Walk’ through the Pleasure Grounds beside King House, meet outside King House, Boyle at 12 pm; ‘Boyle 2040 and Historic Towns Initiative – A Street Walk’ at 2.15 pm… meet outside King House, Boyle; Free ‘Family History Clinic’ with Eilish

Feeley, Genealogist, from 2 pm to 7 pm in Roscommon County Library (booking required); Re-experience a rambling house with Straw boys, music, song and dance and storytelling of ‘Times Past and Past Times’ in Athlone Springs Hotel, Monksland at 8 pm; ‘Bat Walk’ in Knockranny Wood, Keadue at 8 pm, meet at entrance to wood at Lough Meelagh carpark. rd

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‘Cameras & Chemistry in the Big House’, see how Harry Packenham Mahon made a projector in the late 1890s, visit the darkroom and the laboratory, two rooms not usually open to the public from 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm in Strokestown Park; ‘Under the Ivy at Cloonshanville’ – join County Roscommon Historical & Archaeological Society for a talk through the stories that echo in its walls at 2 pm in Dr. Douglas Hyde Interpretative Centre, Portaghard, Frenchpark; ‘Remembering Lecarrow Carnival Times’ – a talk and exhibition of photos, newspaper cuttings and memorabilia in St. John’s Community Centre at 7.30 pm.

Local community groups congratulated “Heritage Week is a great opportunity for communities around the county to celebrate and showcase their local area. Huge thanks to all the community groups who have organised events around the county. “I wish them every success with their events and hope as many people as possible can get out and about and enjoy National Heritage Week and remember to use the hashtag #nationalheritageweek if you have sharing photos or selfies from events online! “Check out www.heritageweek.ie for full details on all events”, said Nollaig Feeney, Heritage Officer, Roscommon County Council.

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Celebrating National Heritage Week…in ROSCOMMON

17-25 AUGUST 2019

17-25 AUGUST 2019 National Heritage Week 2019 will take place between the 17th and 25th August This year, we’re inviting you to “a celebration of Pastimes and Past Times”. Over twenty community groups, organisations and individuals have organised more than forty events around the county to celebrate the rich and diverse heritage that is there for us all to enjoy. Many events are free.

Events are taking place in Arigna, Ballyfarnon, Keadue, Cootehall, Lough Key Forest & Activity Park, Boyle, Portaghard-Frenchpark, Castlerea, Tulsk, Elphin, Strokestown, Roscommon, Kilteevan, Portrunny, Castlecoote, Lecarrow, Kiltoom, Drum & Monksland. Details of events can be viewed on www.heritageweek.ie and www.roscommoncoco.ie Copies of the National Heritage Week - Roscommon Event Guide & National Event Guide are available in all Libraries and from the Customer Service Desk, Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon, Phone 090 6632500. Roscommon County Council supports National Heritage Week as an action of County Roscommon Heritage Plan 2017-2021.

Majella Hunt, Director of Services, Roscommon County Council.

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49th Roscommon Show takes place this Saturday  DAN DOONER

There was a good turnout for the official launch of the 49th Roscommon Industrial & Agricultural Show at Hannon’s Hotel last Thursday night. The show takes place this Saturday, August 17th at Hannon’s grounds on the Athlone Road in Roscommon town with a prize fund of €50,000 up for grabs across all classes. Special guest at last Thursday’s launch was Roscommon footballer Conor Devaney who praised the Roscommon

Show committee for the hard work they do throughout the year. “I used to work with Damien and Ursula here at Hannon’s for a few years so I suppose I have an insight into the hard work and dedication that everyone here puts into making a show like this successful and it is always a huge success. “It’s amazing to see how all the sections (cattle, horses, home and farm produce, etc.) can come together. An event like this is usually the highlight in a rural town like

Roscommon. There’s a sense of community here that everyone needs to engage with and we need to support events like this because it’ll be sustainable farming and small rural farming that is highlighted on weekends like this and that’s what we should be proud of. “I know that it’s going to be a great success because it always is and I’m honoured to be asked to come here,” he said. New Roscommon Show President Christy Tully welcomed those in attendance at last Thursday’s

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launch before highlighting the efforts being made by the show committee ahead of this year’s event. “I’d like to thank Chairman Damien Hannon and the Roscommon Show committee for nominating me as president. I have great confidence in Damien and the committee that this will be on of the best shows yet. “I would like to thank our main sponsors, committee members, exhibitors, HIS, ISA, Mayo/Roscommon Breeders’ Group and all breeder societies, and everyone else who helps in any way,” he said. Mr. Tully thanked the show’s sponsors including All Creatures Veterinary Clinic and the Hannon family for their continued support. The new President also paid tribute to former president and founding member, the late Joe Murphy, who passed away in October 18th 2018. Damien Hannon is in his second year as chairperson of Roscommon Show and he was once again effusive in his praise of the show’s committee. “Last year saw one of the biggest turnouts of spectators and exhibitors to date

and was without a doubt a huge success for which we are all very proud. I would like to congratulate Christy (Tully) on his appointment as our new president and to sincerely thank our committee members for their hard work throughout the year in getting all the background work completed and our grounds ready for our big day,” he said. Mr. Hannon also expressed his gratitude and “sincere appreciation” to the show’s sponsors without whom he said, the show “could simply not survive and our day would not be viable”. “To our exhibitors, competitors, judges, stewards and spectators who together make our hard work worth all the sweat and tears,” he said. The chairperson added: “Finally, (thanks) to the many volunteers who are willing to give up their time in the days leading up to and on show day. We strongly believe that local shows have a valuable place in our community. I would like to wish you all a safe and successful year ahead and look forward to seeing you all on the 17th”.

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Pictured at the launch of the 49th Roscommon Agricultural Show at Hannon’s Hotel last Thursday were Mark Hester, Mayo/Roscommon Breeders Group, James Coffey, Claudia Gormley, Sean Beirne, Bank of Ireland Roscommon (sponsor), Christy Tully, Roscommon Show President and Cyril McDermott, Elphin Show Chairperson. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh.

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Over €14,000 on offer in horse classes! The Roscommon Show’s Horse Section will be the talk of the land after it was confirmed at last Thursday’s launch that over €14,000 is up for grabs this year. Roscommon Show President and head of the horses’ classes, Christy Tully, said there are 29 classes at this year’s event and plenty of prizes to go around. “Horse Sport Ireland and the Mayo/Roscommon Breeders’ Group have been a big help this year. The foal classes are as good as you’d get in the 32 counties.

“The Roscommon Show has one of the highest prize funds in the country across all classes,” he said. Mr. Tully paid tribute to sponsors such as All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, as well as the Hannon family. “The highlight of this year’s show is the All-Ireland Irish Draught Yearling Filly, which is part of the Horse Sport Ireland National Showing Championship series and sponsored by Hannon’s Hotel,” he added. Roscommon Show Assistant

Secretary Claudia Gormley told those in attendance that there was €3,500 on offer in the Pony Section and that the new class this year was the Horse Sport Ireland Foal Championship Qualifier which incorporates a section for pony foals with a total prize fund of €700. Micheal Curley of the County Roscommon Hunt was also in attendance at last Thursday’s launch and he invited entries to the Mini Hunter Trials for riders under the age of 16 before wishing the organisers of this year’s show well for Saturday.

There was plenty of praise for the Roscommon Agricultural Show at last Thursday’s official launch at Hannon’s Hotel. Local public representatives and sponsors extended best wishes ahead of this Saturday’s event. Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy announced that he would be sponsoring the show at what he described as “a really challenging time for rural communities”. He urged the community to come out in “huge numbers” before adding that rural Ireland was in “a fight for survival”. Seán Beirne from Bank of Ireland Roscommon said the Roscommon Show was all about community, adding: “We need to support each other as best we can and get the word out”. Roscommon businessman and show sponsor, P. Burke praised the organisers for working together and improving the show every year. He wished this year’s event every success and said the Roscom-

mon Agricultural Show was going from “strength to strength” each year. Cllr. Laurence Fallon said he was looking forward to another successful Roscommon Show and he left those in attendance in little doubt as to the importance of agriculture to Roscommon town and surrounding areas. “Without agriculture in Roscommon there is very little left. Hopefully for the 50th anniversary of the show next year things (in the agriculture sector) will be a lot more certain. There is a need for rapid change, hopefully before the future of agriculture becomes too ‘dicey’ in Roscommon,” he said. Roscommon Mart manager, Maura Quigley, said the mart has had a 50-year association with the Roscommon Show. She said she was fully aware of the hard work that goes into organising the Roscommon Agricultural Show, having served 21 years as its Secretary. “I’m still waiting for my pension from that,” she quipped

before providing a brief history of previous show venues. “The first Roscommon Show was in a field behind JJ Harlow’s and then it was out in Lenabane before coming to Hannon’s. I hope the local people come out and support it once again this year,” she said. Former Mayor of Roscommon, Martin Connaughton, said it was great to see such a good turnout at last Thursday’s launch and said he was looking forward to Saturday’s Show. “I’m wishing for a fine day but if stays good until the evening and then turns bad Hannon’s Hotel will be the main beneficiaries!” Mr. Connaughton said his son, Cllr. Ivan Connaughton, was out of the country but sent his best wishes to the organisers. The chairperson of Roscommon Lamb Festival Donal Mee was also in attendance at last Thursday’s launch and he too wished the organisers all the best ahead of Saturday’s 49th Roscommon Agricultural Show.

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Fun for the whole family this Saturday! Roscommon Show Executive Committee member, Kenneth Hanley, in his role as MC at last Thursday’s launch in Hannon’s Hotel, thanked the show’s many sponsors and supporters on behalf of the committee. Mr. Hanley also provided details of some of the family-friendly attractions at this year’s Roscommon Agricultural Show including free novelties

and entertainment for children on the day. “The kids go free as usual and there will be face-painting and other entertainment on the day,” he said. He also thanked the many volunteers who give up their time in order to erect fencing and gates and to help out before, during and after the show. The Roscommon Agricultural Show is, as

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‘Ewe won’t see cattle or horses on the crest!’  DAN DOONER

There are ‘Show’ men and showmen, and Pat Naughton inhabits a space somewhere between the two. The head of the sheep section was in terrific form as he provided details of the various classes ahead of this Saturday’s Roscommon Show. “Sheep are the most important animal in the county…” he began confidently. “Conor Devaney plays football for Roscommon and he will tell you this: the sheep is the only animal on the county’s crest – horse and cattle men can’t say that!” he added to laughter around the room. Mr. Naughton detailed some of the pedigree and non-pedigree sheep classes and highlighted in the Young

Handler’s class in particular, which is sponsored by Andy Hanley. “Andy taught me my trade and I then taught Kenneth (Andy’s son and member of the Roscommon Show executive committee). Kenneth is now at the top table and making great progress!” he added with pride. Mr. Naughton also expressed sincere thanks to all sponsors and in particular, Kepak. He also advised those wishing to exhibit goats on the day to ensure that all animals were properly tagged and had correct documentation. The sheep classes will once again feature trophies for each of the best pedigrees while the Champion Sheep of the Show will receive the John Kenny Perpetual Trophy and 1 litre of Liquithrive Sheep, sponsored by Anthony Moran, Agri Lloyd.

Pictured at the launch of the 49th Roscommon Agricultural Show at Hannon’s Hotel last Thursday were Chairperson Damien Hannon, Tracey Hanlon, Conor Devaney, Assistant Secretary Claudia Gormley, PRO Kenneth Hanley, Cattle coordinator James Gleeson and President Christy Tully. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

‘Get creative for Kids’ Fancy Dress!’ Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher threw down the gauntlet to the county’s youngsters ahead of this year’s Roscommon Agricultural Show. The Roscommon county councillor is running the Children’s Fancy Dress event this Saturday and called on participants to get creative this weekend. “We would encourage children to be

more creative this year. It’s easy to go into a shop and buy a costume, but the judges will be looking out for participants who put a bit more creativity into their costumes. “It’s all about upcycling and recycling nowadays as we know, and it’s amazing what you can find around the house,” she said.

Pictured at the launch of the 49th Roscommon Agricultural Show at Hannon’s Hotel last Thursday were Andy Connaughton, Joe Kelly, Cllr. Laurence Fallon and Michael Geraghty. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Competitive Arts, Crafts and Home Industries sections Marie Gorman provided details of this year’s Arts and Crafts section as well as the ever-popular Home Industries classes. She said the organisers of these classes had had “wonderful support” from the Roscommon Agricultural Show committee before praising the “wonderful” Ladies’ committee and local Country Women’s Associations.

While highlighting the great help provided by young people, Marie called on all those in attendance to spread the word ahead of Saturday’s event. Concluding, she joked: “There’s not as much prize money (in the Arts and Crafts section) as there is in the Horses section but it’s just as competitive and sometimes even more so!”

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Speaking at the launch of Roscommon Agricultural Show, Chairperson of Elphin Agricultural Show, Cyril McDermott, said it was important to “cultivate co-operation between the county’s different agricultural shows” – and that was very much in evidence in Hannon’s Hotel last Thursday. Chairperson of Strokestown Show, John O’Beirne, encouraged people to come out and support the local shows. “It’s a lovely family day out and a community day. I’d encourage people to come out in support, particularly young people,” he said. Mr. O’Beirne also praised the Roscommon Show committee for the hard work they have put in over the years. “I know exactly the work the committee puts in…you know you’re doing it right when you can hold on to sponsors!” Former Secretary of the Irish Shows Association, Michael Hughes, recently retired from active show service but that didn’t stop him from once again showing his valued support for the Roscommon Agricultural Show. “Unlike the (former) captain of the Roscommon football team there (Conor Devaney), I’m off the pitch permanently now,” he said before praising the organising committee on making the show such a success and thanking them for their continued hospitality. He was also clearly impressed by sheep chief, Pat Naughton’s speech earlier in the evening. “Despite Christy’s (Tully) best efforts, the best punchline of the night goes to Pat Naughton,” he said to laughs around the room. Mr. Hughes joined Mr. O’Beirne and Mr. McDermott in wishing the organisers of Roscommon Agricultural Show the very best for this Saturday. Best wishes to Roscommon Industrial & Agricultural Show

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Get creative at this year’s Show! The Art and Photography classes continue to flourish according to Mike Jordan, who was looking forward to another successful section at this year’s Roscommon Agricultural Show. “It’s very encouraging to see the interest in the Arts and Photography, particularly among young people. The section continues to flourish and we will have a new class this year called ‘Most Interesting Pollinator Scene’,” he said before thanking Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher for her continued support. Those wishing to participate in this section at this Saturday’s show are required to have all exhibits submitted prior to 10 am as late exhibits will not be accepted. The entry fee for each class is €3 for adults and €2 for children. First prize for adults is €15 and second prize is €10 while children will receive €10 for first prize and €7 for second.

Pictured at the launch of the 49th Roscommon Agricultural Show at Hannon’s Hotel last Thursday were James Gleeson, Cattle section, Donal Flynn, main sponsor, Chairperson Damien Hannon, Pat Naughton, Sheep section, Oliver Flanagan, Cats, Fowl and Pets section and Show President Christy Tully. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Annual Dog Show continues to grow in popularity The Roscommon Dog Show continues to grow in popularity and all types of breeds will be in attendance at Hannon’s grounds from 11.30 am this Saturday. Speaking at last Thursday’s launch of the Roscommon Agricultural Show, organiser Annette Tully looked forward to this year’s Dog Show. “This year’s Dog Show promises to be a great day for owners, dogs and spectators. There will be classes for all breeds and free classes for boys and girls,” she said.

Among the many different classes for breeds there will also be Working Dog and Dog in Fancy Dress classes, which always get the spectators talking! Mrs. Tully thanked the Dog Show’s main sponsors, All Creatures Veterinary Clinic and Red Mills. Donal Flynn of sponsors All Creatures Veterinary Clinic said he was looking forward to this Saturday’s Dog Show and said it was great to see handling classes for younger participants. He also praised the committee for

their continued hard work. This year’s Dog Show boasts 27 classes and the entry fee for classes is just €4. There are two free classes – Girls’ Handling U-14, and Boys’ Handling U-14, which are both sponsored by Annette Tully. 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in each class will be presented with trophies, rosettes, dog food and treats. Judging takes place at 1 pm sharp and entries will be taken from 11.30 am. Owners are kindly asked to keep dogs on a leash at all times and away from livestock.

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36 cattle classes at this year’s Show This year’s Roscommon Agricultural Show will feature 36 classes for pedigree and nonpedigree cattle with €8,500 in prize money on offer. Head of the cattle section, James Gleeson, looked forward to another successful year at last Thursday’s launch. “I sincerely thank all of our sponsors in the cattle section; we have 36 classes for pedigree

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and non-pedigree. The Overall Champion Angus is sponsored by Noel Carr & Co. Chartered Accountants,” he said before acknowledging other sponsors of various classes including Roscommon Mart, Ulster Bank, John O’Roarke at All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, John Harte Butchers, Gleeson’s Townhouse, Walsh’s Supermarket & Filling Station, B.K. Chartered Account-

ants, the Irish Angus Society, and REImas Construction. The Willie Stroker Perpetual Cup will be on offer for the Irish Angus Champion while the John O’Beirne Perpetual Cup will be given to the Champion Breeding Heifer. The Overall Champion of the Show will receive the Seamus Duignan Memorial Cup. “Every year we add a new class and this year the new class is

Shorthorn Overall Champion,” Mr. Gleeson added. The cattle section head called on young people to get involved in this year’s show. “We encourage young people to be in our show with classes for U-16s including Best Stockperson, kindly sponsored by Macra na Feirme. We also have a handler class for ladies and first time exhibitor,” he said.

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Pictured at the launch of the 49th Roscommon Agricultural Show at Hannon’s Hotel last Thursday were James Gleeson, Cattle section, Cllr. Kathleen Shanagher, Chairperson Damien Hannon, Roscommon Mart Manager Maura Quigley and Oliver Flanagan, Cats, Fowl and Pets section. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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thrive. It’s the biggest show in the country for mares and foals – the Dublin Horse Show and Balmoral do not have the same numbers,” he said. Mr. Hester announced that Horse Sport Ireland have sponsored five performance foal classes to the tune of €5,200.

“We are hugely indebted to the Roscommon Show. Our chairperson Noel Kilroy couldn’t be here tonight because he’s at the Dublin Horse Show but he made sure that we were here and he said that the success of this event is solely down to the people of Roscommon”.

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Pictured at the launch of the 49th Roscommon Agricultural Show at Hannon’s Hotel last Thursday were committee member Anthony Burke, Chairperson Damien Hannon, Mark Hester, Mayo/Roscommon Breeders Group and James Coffey, Horse section. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Omniplex Cinemas officially reopened the cinema at Centre Point Retail Park, Roscommon town last Friday (9th). The company announced its plans to secure the long-term future of the cinema with a €2.5m investment last Thursday, just days after C&L Plex announced it would close its doors permanently. Mark Anderson, Director of Omniplex Cinemas said: “Roscommon deserves a quality Multiplex, so we have decided to step in to re-open the former ‘C&L Plex’ cinema and offer employment to former C&L Plex staff members”. There are plans to renovate and expand the cin-

ema which officially reopened under the Omniplex Cinema brand last Friday. Mark Anderson added: “As we continue to expand cinemas into large and medium-sized towns around Ireland, the demand for cinema grows. For the last five years in a row, Ireland has had the highest cinema-going population in Europe and admissions are still growing”. Omniplex’s involvement in Roscommon is part of the cinema group’s major

expansion plans in the Republic of Ireland – including a 10-screen D’Luxx Cinema in Salthill, Galway as well as plans for new cinemas in Ballinasloe, Killarney, Longford and Shannon. Omniplex also recently announced plans for a 5-screen cinema in Mullingar. The company confirmed this week that cinema listings and online booking would soon be available for the Roscommon cinema at www.omniplex.ie.

Principal Georgina Keena, Deputy Principal Jude Lohan and Career Guidance Teacher Edwina Finneran giving students Dean Conlon, Siobhan Derwin and Nathan Clarke their Leaving Certificate results at Roscommon Community College on Tuesday morning. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Michael’s motivational tip(p)s … and Bobby in flying form! Two memorable documentaries… Sometimes we can jump to conclusions as to what certain public figures are like, and quite often we row in with the popular assessment, without really knowing anything at all about a person’s life or personality when he or she is away from the media limelight. Undoubtedly one of the people who falls into that category is Clare hurling legend Davy Fitzgerald, a man whose extraordinary passion for hurling has led him to being labelled everything from a ‘madman’ to a loose cannon. His sideline demeanour during a big game certainly does nothing to take from that image. As one of the greatest goalies of modern times, ‘Davy Fitz’ won three Munster titles, two All-Irelands, and three All Stars, before turning his hand to management. As a manager he had great success with Waterford, whom he won a Munster title with in 2010, bringing them to a first All-Ireland final appearance in 45 years. He then took up the mantle as manager of his native Clare, winning the All-Ireland in 2013, and a National League title the same year (their first in 38 years), before taking over Wexford in 2016, and leading them to this year’s Leinster Championship, their first provincial win in 15 years.

And yet, despite all he has done and achieved, Davy has been regarded more as a ‘hot-head’ than as the superstar he certainly is. Mind you, incidents like the one where he went on to the field during the league semi-final against Tipperary in 2017 to have a go at the ref, but ended up confronting one Tipperary player (Niall O’Meara) and jostling another one (Jason Forde), only served to copperfasten his reputation as a wild man, and to divert attention from the brilliant hurling figure that he is. And so it was great to see the other side of Davy in a wonderful recent documentary ‘When Davy met Michael’. Michael O’Brien is a visually impaired lad from Killarney, whose absolute hero is Davy Fitz. The two met on the Late Late toy show, after which the Wexford manager invited Michael to come to the Wexford dressing room before a vital league game against Tipperary (again) and give the team a motivational speech before they took the field. If ever we had an example of dealing with adversity it was the way in which 11-year-old Michael let absolutely nothing stand in his way, and the documentary was one of the most uplifting programmes I have seen in a long, long time. The young Kerry lad was such an inspiration to everyone everywhere, and the daunting experience of ad-

dressing a team of top intercounty hurlers didn’t faze him at all, so much so that after his stirring words they went out and beat the Tipp lads! As for Davy, his instant rapport with Michael was a joy to see, and the bond between them had to be seen to be believed. Judging by the public reaction to the programme, there was an enormous outpouring of every possible emotion – there were tears, laughter, joy, pride, and above all admiration for both of them – and even though it’s an absolute guarantee that we will see the wide-eyed Davy on the sideline again this year, somehow, having watched the programme, I will be less inclined to have a go at him. The behaviour of his Wexford hurlers during the young lad’s speech, and the complete attention and respect they gave him, was a credit to each and every one of them, and I can only tell you that if Galway don’t win next year’s McCarthy Cup, I really hope Davy, Lee Chin and his Wexford team do. Can you imagine what that would mean to young Michael O’Brien? I’m sure RTE will show it again before too long, and while we all like to give out about repeats, this is one which, if you didn’t see it the first time, you should make sure you get it to see second time around – it truly was an inspiring, heartwarming, lovely programme and a huge credit to everyone involved.

Fundraiser for Glenamaddy Day Care Centre

Cavan octogenarian Bobby Coote

Sky’s the limit for lovable Bobby Staying with documentaries, a few weeks ago I was lucky enough to see ‘The man who wanted to fly’, the story of Cavan octogenarian Bobby Coote who, while spending his days making violins and fixing clocks, has never given up on his lifelong dream of taking to the skies. With the help of his neighbour Sean he builds a hangar and a runway, and, despite much derision from his brother, Ernie, buys himself a micro-light plane, and sets about fulfilling his slightly crazy ambition. The eccentric brothers are just wonderfully entertaining characters, and the twists and turns the story takes before Bobby finally

flies and lands his airplane on the homemade runway in front of a large crowd of enthusiastic neighbours and friends – and a by now proud and emotional brother – is just spellbinding television. Once again, if you missed it first time around, make sure you see it whenever it makes its way back to our screens. Not for the first time it made me realise that oftentimes the most interesting and extraordinary characters are right there beside us in rural Ireland, and it’s great when TV producers go that extra mile and search for, and find, this type of brilliant material and turn it into truly unforgettable television.

On to local matters: out the road in Glenamaddy, Mae Murray tells me there is a Day Care Centre, started many years ago by the legendary local GP, Patrick Geraghty (RIP), which is the only one of its type in Ireland. There are two minibuses which collect people from an 18-mile radius, bringing them in to the centre each day, Monday to Friday. Once there, they can enjoy a welcoming cup of tea. There’s a nurse on duty, help with their shopping and washing, and a four-course dinner on offer every day. There are all kinds of activities laid on, including various talks and games, and it seems to be a wonderful local initiative. Mae also tells me she has two relations receiving treatment in the Oncology Unit in Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe, and to show her appreciation of both facilities she is holding a fundraising dance in the Community Centre in Glenamaddy on this Saturday night, 17th of August. The hugely popular Mary Coughlan and her band will supply the music, and tickets are available at both the Day Care Centre and the Community Centre. There will be a door prize, spot prizes, and a raffle, and it promises to be a great night’s entertainment for two very worthy causes. For more information you can contact Mae on 087-2489327.

And finally… Finally for this week, it’s back to Creggs…Larry Kilcommins tells me that on Wednesday next, 21st of August, in conjunction with Heritage Week in Creggs, Dr. Gerry Beggan will give a powerpoint presentation on historic monuments, former place names, and forgotten legends of the Upper River Suck. It’s in the local Heritage Centre (7 pm). Admission is free. It promises to be a most interesting and informative night, so if you have any interest in local history get to the Heritage Centre and enjoy Dr. Beggan’s excellent presentation.

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SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION Our God is a consuming fire, the Scriptures tell us (see Hebrews 12:29; Deuteronomy 4:24). And in this week’s Gospel, Jesus uses the image of fire to describe the demands of discipleship. The fire He has come to cast on the earth is the fire that He wants to blaze in each of our hearts. He made us from the dust of the earth (see Genesis 2:7) and filled us with the fire of the Holy Spirit in Baptism (see Luke 3:16). We were baptized into His death (see Romans 6:3). This is the baptism our Lord speaks of in the Gospel this week. The baptism with which He must be baptized is His passion and death, by which He accomplished our redemption and sent forth the fire of the Spirit on the earth (see Acts 2:3). The fire has been set, but it is not yet blazing. We are called to enter deeper into the consuming love of God. We must examine our consciences and our actions, submitting ourselves to the revealing fire of God’s Word (see 1 Corinthians 3:13). In our struggle against sin, we have not yet resisted to the point of shedding our own blood, Paul tells us in this week’s Epistle. We have not undergone the suffering that Jeremiah suffers in the First Reading this week. But this is what true discipleship requires. To be a disciple is to be inflamed with the love of the God. It is to have an unquenchable desire for holiness and zeal for the salvation of our brothers and sisters. Being His disciple does not bring peace in the false way that the world proclaims peace (see Jeremiah 8:11). It means division and hardship. It may bring us to conflict with our own flesh and blood. But Christ is our peace (see Ephesians 2:14). By His Cross He has lifted us up from the mire of sin and death – as He will rescue the prophet Jeremiah (see Jeremiah 38:10). And as we sing in the Psalm this week, we trust in our deliverer. – Scott Hahn Ph.D., www. salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)

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Miriam’s MUSINGS My blended-family advice for Una Healy Words of wit and wisdom with MIRIAM KERINS

Damien, Denise, Fiada and Fionn Connolly pictured at Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Mick McCormack

Noel, Anneka and Andrew O’Brien pictured at Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Mick McCormack

€21,675 funding for County Library projects Two projects in Ballaghaderreen will benefit from funding of €21,675 following an announcment from the Minister of State for Community Development, Natural Resources and Digital Development, Sean Canney. The funding is part of €650,000 which will aim to provide library supports to communities and individuals at risk of being socially excluded, marginalised or disadvantaged. The two Roscommon projects will be rolled out in partnership with the GRETB, Tusla and Foroige. Announcing the funding, Minister Canney said: “Our public library system has an important role to play in delivering additional educational services to comply with our Sustainable Development Goals. I am delighted to approve this funding which will help meet the needs of a diverse range of individuals and communities and facilitate inclusion and participation by all”. Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring also commented on the announcement. “I am delighted that this funding has been allocated to libraries across the country. Everyone should feel that the library is a space for them. This funding will help reach out to communities who may not have previously engaged with the service,” he said. The funding will provide access to educational, lifelong learning, social inclusion, and community participation supports available through the public library service. It will also support digital literacy, digital access and digital capacity for disadvantaged and marginalised communities, and provide literacy supports in tandem with the national Right-to-Read Programme.

The glitterati and the twitterati went into meltdown last week when former Saturdays’ singer and Tipperary native Una Healy’s ex Ben Foden announced he’d married a woman he’d allegedly only been dating for two weeks. Foden and Healy were married for six years and have two children together, Aoife (7) and Tadhg (4). However, the pair split just over a year ago after he admitted cheating on her. Foden’s gushing ‘I’ve remarried’ announcement on Instagram generated plenty of comments, some coming from well-wishers congratulating the couple. Mind you, given the speed with which he has moved on, (i.e. before the ink had dried on his divorce papers), there has been an overwhelming feeling of surprise, and, despite the fact Foden claimed ex-wife Una had given him her blessing, understandably, a slew of scathing remarks peppered the post. To be honest, while I’d always wish a newlymarried couple well, I do feel Foden’s line that his new wife, New Yorker Jackie Belanoff Smith, would be ‘a great step-mum to Aoife and Tadhg, and offers me a future I can’t wait to explore with her’, to be extremely crass and downright insulting to the mother of his children. But hey Una, if that’s his idea of showing you the respect you deserve, then you’re probably well rid, love! As someone who has been divorced, I can tell you that one of the hardest situations you will

ever have to deal with is when your ex remarries; with feelings of loss and, perhaps depression taking hold as you may feel you’re being replaced. Now, granted, I’m the one who remarried. My ex is the one who had to deal with my new status of being someone else’s wife. However, he soon got over me, and is in a long-term relationship with a lovely woman, and we all get on really well together, regularly meeting up for family meals and events, etc. Now don’t get me wrong, we’re not the sickly sweet Brady Bunch (of TV renown) living a life of blended bliss, nay, we’re more like that crazy lot in TV sitcom Modern Family, i.e. having a laugh, having a drink, and being respectful of each other’s new relationships and set-ups. But back to Ben, Una and their kiddies. While Ben may be able to slot in Jackie as his new wife, hoping the business woman will seamlessly step into her designer stilettoes, the new Mrs. Foden will never, ever be a compensatory mother to his children…end of! Now, mind you, Jackie probably doesn’t want to even try and become a step-mother, and, let’s face it, no matter how nice she may be, I’d bet she knows only too well that she’s never, ever going to share the same bond with them as their biological mother…is she? Even though my husband has four grown-up children with his first wife, making me technically their step-mother, I’d never consider giving myself such a title. Why?

New investment shows great faith in Roscommon’s potential It’s always great to hear positive local news, and I was delighted to read about the fantastic investment confirming the multi-million euro sale of the Centre Point Retail Park in the county town, especially as it’s set to generate up to one hundred much-needed new jobs. So, to those who insist that rural Ireland is dead, I say you couldn’t be more wrong. You see, given this cash injection, it’s clear to me that the savvy ‘investors’ behind this wonderful new business project have enormous faith in the good people of Roscommon. This means, instead of viewing our rural communities, (and those like us), as being on our last legs, they have rightly identified the enormous opportunities and potential we have for growth, development and extensive progress; and fair play to them. Let me assure

these investors that they couldn’t have chosen a better county in which to spend their millions. On behalf of everyone, I’d like, if I may, to express gratitude to these business people for their faith and their trust in the wonderful citizens of this county who will, I’ve got absolutely no doubt, richly reward their expenditure and their innovation with the loyalty and

the allegiance it richly deserves. I can tell them that, by making a commitment to our communities, they’ll not only be repaid by hard-working, dedicated locals who’ll excel in the newly-created jobs they’ll provide, they’ll also significantly contribute in order to ensure this new enterprise evolves into a sustainable business. Onwards and upwards readers!

Because they have their own lovely mother; the woman who raised them, and I’d never dream of insulting her standing; it’s discourteous. And sure, why would I? I have my own grown-up kids and my granddaughter. Besides, my ex’s fiancée wouldn’t dare entertain the notion that she’s their step-mother; a fact I can tell you without a shadow of a doubt, because we, er, had a little chat, and, ahem, came to a mutual understanding…if you know what I mean. As in, you can have him, but don’t ever contemplate laying claim to my kids/grandkids. Point made, point taken, and an agreed civility was forged, with my territory being distinctly marked…and, so far, so good, we’re still friends. We all get on great, and, for now, we’re all living happily ever after. But my ex and I are lucky. When the divorce dust had settled, we realised that, for the sake of our children/ grandchild and future grandchildren, (not to mention our sanity), we needed to turn rage and heartbreak into respect. The result being, the acrimonious and desperately painful demise of our marriage is now a healthy, friendly, civil relationship that allows us, our partners, and, most importantly, our children/grandchild to be part of a happy, functional and, what I’d gratefully call, a loving and extremely closeknit blended family. I wish Ben, Una, their kiddies and their new partners every future happiness possible.

Why Bigfoot look isn’t for me! Well ladies, apparently, according to well-known model and activist Emily Ratajkowski, ‘it can be sexy not to shave’ your pits! Yep, in an effort to ‘empower’ women, Ratajkowski is seen posing in next month’s Harper’s Bazaar magazine donning a black bra and, er, armpits so hairy, at first glance I thought she had Chewbacca in a headlock! Look, I’m all for empowering women. However, as someone who likes to shave my pits, and wax my bikini line, (because it’s what I do), I can assure you, I’ll never buy into the whole female-and-furry movement! This means, other than on my head, I will not be growing any manner of body hair to the extent I could put a bow in it. Now, I mean no disrespect to any woman who enjoys and embraces growing out their body hair, in fact I applaud them for doing it, if that’s their choice. However, for me, the whole Bigfoot look is highly unattractive. And no, it has nothing to do with me buying into the patriarchal standards being put upon women; rather it’s got everything to do with personal hygiene, my personal choice, my personal grooming and my personal refusal to allow myself kowtow to those suffocating messages being generated by a radical, heretical feminist movement.

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Athleague, Co. Roscommon. Tel.: (090) 6663325 Saturday, 17th August:

JOHN MOLLOY Castlecoote Lodge BAR AND LOUNGE

Duck Race at Castlecoote Pictured at the annual Duck Race at Castlecoote on Sunday last were Mary Kelly, Claire and Janet Maloney.

Photographs: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at the annual Duck Race at Castlecoote on Sunday last were Daniel Heavey and Ben Kilroe.

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IrishTrad Night commencing at 10pm Musicians, Singers, Dancers, Story-Tellers. All welcome

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Pictured at the annual Duck Race in Castlecoote on Sunday last were (front row l-r) Anne Connell, Kate Crehan, Margaret Reilly, Mamie Delaney. Back row (l-r): PJ Naughton, Mike Yass, Sean Mullin, Ivor Heavey, Mickey Ward, Kieran Connell and Cllr. Orla Leyden.

Pictured at the annual Duck Race at Castlecoote on Sunday last were Patricia Ruane and Stacey King.

TUESDAY NIGHT MUSIC SESSIONS CONTINUE

Friday night Trad at Castlecoote Lodge

All musicians and singers welcome to come along!

JJ Harlow’s Telephone: 090 6626225 Saturday 17th August:

DJ Steph 9PM Sunday 18th August:

Ros FM staff pictured with the Lynch Flooring VW Beetle at Ros FM studios earlier this week. The local community radio station is running a competition with €1,000 up for grabs.

Win €1,000 with Ros FM! Local community radio station Ros FM announced a new fundraiser earlier this week which will see the winner claiming €1,000. To be in with a chance of winning

the cash contestants will be asked to guess how many balls are in the back of the Lynch Flooring VW Beetle. Guesses cost €2 each or €5 for three guesses and the Beetle will

25 card game for Lourdes Invalid Fund 6PM IN THE MIDDLE BAR * No Cover Charge, all gigs are at 10pm approx unless stated otherwise * Search for us on facebook: JJ-Harlows - The- Square-Roscommon-Town

A progressive 25 card game (double hand) is being held in The Bridge House, Athleague this Saturday (17th) at 9 pm. It is a fundraiser for the Lourdes Invalid Fund (Elphin Diocese branch) to assist in the upcoming pilgrimage. Entry fee is €10 per person. There will be a raffle on the night and a special draw for non-players. Refreshments will be served. For further details contact Frances Keane on 086-8060687 or Ivan Connaughton on 086-8985013.

be at different locations throughout Roscommon town and surrounds in the coming days. Ros FM broadcasts Monday to Friday from 11 am to 7 pm on 94.6FM.

A lively session of Irish Trad Music, song and dance is promised this Friday night (16th) at Castlecoote Lodge. Since these sessions began six years ago, they are renowned far and wide for the quality of music and lively atmosphere. This Friday’s session commences at 10 pm. New entertainers are always very welcome to join in. Come along and join in the session or simply sit back and enjoy the entertainment!

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Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Ruth Peake and John O’Driscoll.

Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Carmel Kelly Palmer, Chris Fry and Norma Szloda.

Faces & Places WAR (WORKING ARTISTS ROSCOMMON) EXHIBITION Roscommon Arts Centre

Images by: Michelle Hughes Walsh

(Above) Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Sally-Anne Hickey, Honor FitzGerald and Bernie Jordan.

Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Nollaig Molloy and Róisín Hackett.

Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Anne Rigney and Laura Seery.

Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were Melanie Murray, Tony Lock and Anni Wilton-Jones.

Pictured at the opening of the WAR (Working Artists Roscommon) Exhibition at Roscommon Arts Centre on Friday evening were artist Frances Crowe pictured with her husband Jack and daughter Sarah.

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Pictured at the Pride of Place Table Quiz at The Bridge House, Athleague on Saturday were Michelle Meeley, Nollaig Whyte, Kevin and Teresa McGeeney. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at the Pride of Place table quiz at The Bridge House, Athleague on Saturday were Stef, Kerry and Sam Murray. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Faces & Places PRIDE OF PLACE TABLE QUIZ The Bridge House, Athleague

Images by: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Pictured at the Pride of Place Table Quiz at The Bridge House, Athleague on Saturday were Ralph Waldron and Teresa Murray. Pictured at the Pride of Place Table Quiz at The Bridge House, Athleague on Saturday were Christina Delaney, Kathleen Conneally and Martina Hourigan.

Pictured at the Pride of Place Table Quiz at The Bridge House, Athleague on Saturday were Seamus Naughton and Ann Conneally.

Pictured at the Pride of Place Table Quiz at The Bridge House, Athleague on Saturday were Mike Murray and Pat Smyth.

Pictured at the Pride of Place Table Quiz at The Bridge House, Athleague on Saturday were Ronan Conneally and Cathal Delaney.

Pictured at the Pride of Place Table Quiz at The Bridge House, Athleague on Saturday were Martin and Sephine Smythe.

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Auctioneers & Valuers PRSA no. 001090 NO. 1 ABBEY ST., ROSCOMMON. TEL 090 66 27003. FAX 090 66 26296 EMAIL info@pathughesauctioneers.com Web: www.pathughesauctioneers.com

John Earley’s sale of the week: Kiltoom Stores, Kiltoom This week, John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley is advising that he closed the sale of a four-bedroomed residential service station and convenience shop known as ‘Kiltoom Stores’ for a very satisfactory price. John further commented: “We have experienced a very busy selling period with quality residential and commercial properties attracting strong interest in all areas. Due to demand, we are now seeking properties in all areas for disappointed underbidders and cash buyers. We welcome all submissions and offer a free appraisal service”. For further details or to arrange a free consultation, please contact John Earley (FIPAV) or David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) at Property Partners Earley, Roscommon, on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log on to www.propertypartners. ie.

*** URGENTLY REQUIRED *** Due to continued success Hughes & Company are urgently looking for all types of property in and around Roscommon for a number of disappointed underbidders. If you are thinking of buying or selling talk to Pat, let him advise you, his advice is FREE FREE.. Phone: 09066 27003 or e-mail info@ info@pathughesauctioneers.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------

FOR SALE

5 Bedroomed detached property at

NO. 56 THE SPINNEY, ABBEYTOWN, ROSCOMMON

Circa 26 acres of top quality land

Accommodation consists of a Sitting Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Downstairs Bedroom, Utility, Toilet with WHB. Upstairs has 4 Bedrooms with one EnSuite, Bathroom and a nice private garden to the rear. The Residence is finished to a high standard and situated in one of Roscommon’s most sought-after areas within walking distance of all local amenities. Viewing is highly recommended. . For further details or to make an appointment to view contact the office on 09066 27003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------

FOR SALE

Circa 18 acres of agricultural land located convenient to

BALLINAMORE Excellent road frontage. The lands are of good quality located a short distance off the main Ballinamore Bridge to Ballygar road. For further details or to make an appointment to view contact the office on 09066 27003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com

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LAND TO LET

• Circa 125 acres to rent at Four Roads for Silage or Grazing until 31st January 2020

This week, Pat Hughes & Company have circa 26 acres of top quality land for sale at Araghty, Athleague. The lands are located less than a mile from the village of Athleague, overlooking the River Suck. The lands are divided into two blocks by a road, leaving them suitable for development subject to planning permission being granted. The lands have excellent road frontage and are located on the main Galway to Roscommon Road. For further information, please contact the office on 090-66270003, or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com.

Large residence with ofﬁce/shop unit This week, Pat Hughes & Company have a large, two-storey, fourbedroomed residence – with an office/shop unit to the side – for sale at Tulsk, Roscommon. The property also has the benefit of a large workshop, approximately 3,000 square feet, located to the rear of the building, with its own self-contained canteen. The property is located within walking distance of Tulsk village and was formerly known as ‘Tulsk Machinery’. Pat is encouraging interested parties to contact him as this is one of the finest properties to come on the market in recent times. For further information, please contact the office on 090-66270003, or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com.

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

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Five-bedroomed dormer bungalow for sale at Gallowstown This week, Pat Hughes & Company have an attractive five-bedroomed dormer bungalow for sale at Gallowstown, Roscommon. The residence sits on a large landscaped site with excellent views of Roscommon Castle. The property is situated a few minutes’ walk from the town centre in a nice quiet cul-de-sac. Accommodation consists of a kitchen, utility, dining room, sitting room, two large bedrooms, toilet with shower and wash hand basin and a single bedroom. Upstairs has another two large bedrooms and a bathroom. For further information, please contact the office on 090-66270003, or email info@pathughesauctioneers. com. Advertorial

Free advice from Pat! If you are thinking of buying or selling contact Pat Hughes & Company for their free, professional advice. For further information, please contact the office on 090-66270003, or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com.

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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NEW TO THE MARKET – FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Residence and 12 Acres of Land GRANGE FOURMILEHOUSE, CO. ROSCOMMON

Can be sold in Lots . Price on Application

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NEW TO THE MARKET – FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY SRAH, KNOCKCROGHERY, CO. ROSCOMMON 3 Bedroom Residence with Garage set in idyllic mature gardens Offers in Region of €120,000

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PropertyPeople Attractive residence near Glinsk FINAL OFFERS NOW INVITED

“ROS RIO”, THE WALK, ROSCOMMON TOWN, F42 AW74

This very attractive threebedroomed, two-storey residence has recently arrived on the market, situated approximately 2.5 km from the village of Glinsk. It’s on the books of Connaughton Auctioneers. This property is in good condition internally and has had the addition of an extension in recent times. Situated on a corner site

of circa one acre there is a detached garage (20’ x 23’) adjacent with roller door to front and side access and also a two bay hay shed (30’ x 20’). The accommodation consists of reception hallway, sitting room, living room, kitchen, utility, bathroom and three bedrooms. There is a septic tank on site, well water supply and electric-

ity. Representing fantastic value in today’s market, this property is a must for viewing. An open viewing is set to take place on Saturday, the 17th of August, from 12 pm to 1 pm. For further information and to arrange an appointment to view, contact the office on 090-6663700 or info@connaughtonauctioneers.ie.

Athlone apartment is new to the market

A quality 4 bed semi-detached dormer bungalow with detached garage and separate Fuel Store set on a most attractive, mature and private site on the Walk Road. Seldom does such a quality Bungalow home come to the market in this sought-after location and immediate enquiries are strongly advised.

Open viewing on Friday 16th August, from 1 pm to 2 pm

OFFERS NOW INVITED

MULLYMUX, ROSCOMMON

Four-bedroomed bungalow on circa 0.85 acres

10.77 hectares/26.6 acres of roadside land recently all reseeded and set out in one lot. Situated in the renowned farming district of Mullymux, within close proximity to Roscommon Town.

NEW TO THE MARKET

25 TARMON MANOR, CASTLEREA TOWN, ROSCOMMON, F45 VA40

This beautiful four-bedroomed bungalow known as ‘Macdara’ has just arrived on the market in the much sought after area of Ballyleague, Co. Roscommon. It’s on the books of Connaughton Auctioneers. Set well back from the road, with gated entrance, the house sits nicely in the middle of the large site of circa 0.85 acres. In excellent condition throughout, this property is ready to move into and has a host of additional features. The reception hallway to the front is large and bright with door off into the sitting room. This room has an open fireplace with cast-iron surround, wooden flooring and bay window overlooking the manicured lawns to the front. The kitchen/dining room is located to the rear of the property with fully fitted kitchen, double doors to side, large window overlooking rear lawned garden and door off into utility room. There

are four good sized bedrooms, (master ensuite), each with its own built-in wardrobes and desk areas with carpeted flooring in each room. There is a large part-tiled main bathroom with both bath and shower. The entrance to the property is impressive. The driveway is fully kerbed and tarmacadamed. There is a range of mature trees and shrubbery dotted around the property with post and rail fencing to side boundaries. Block wall to the front, oil-fired central heating, septic tank on site and mains water. This property is within walking distance of Lough Ree, on the River Shannon and is located approximately 1km from Ballyleague on the Strokestown Road. Definitely a must for viewing, contact the office to arrange your appointment on 090-66 63700 or info@connaughtonauctioneers.ie.

On the books of Ivan Connaughton Auctioneers is this large two-bedroomed apartment located in the much sought after area of Athlone town centre adjacent to the Radisson Hotel on Northgate Street. This property comes to the market with the addition of a private car parking space. Located on the third floor with lift access, this apartment consists of reception hallway, kitchen/living/ dining room, two double bedrooms and main bathroom. The property is in excellent condition and is ideal

to either the investment market or indeed first-time buyer market. Management company in place with reasonable yearly fees. Features include wooden flooring throughout, electric storage heating, fully fitted wardrobes, fully fitted kitchen including dishwasher & washing machine, intercom and fully tiled bathroom. This property is available for open viewing this Friday, 16th of August, from 1 pm to 2 pm. For further details contact the office on 090-66 63700 or info@ connaughtonauctioneers.ie

Quality semidetached home A most impressive 4 Bedroom Detached 2 storey family home presented in Showhouse condition and situated within the highly sought after residential estate in Castlerea Town. Enquiries now invited.

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EDENVILLE, TULLY, BALLINAGARE, ROSCOMMON, F45 DC64

3 Bedroom Traditional Residence set on a mature 2.07 acre site and benefiting from a range of outbuildings. The said residence is convenient to Castlerea Town and Ballinagare Village. Enquiries now invited.

ROSCOMMON TOWN T: 090 66 30001 • W: www.reacarthy.ie PSRA Licence No. 002782

REA Seamus Carthy are offering, new to the market, a quality, three-bedroomed, semi-detached home, situated at 30 Shannon Park, in a convenient location in Edgeworthstown, within walking distance to all amenities. Accommodation comprises of a living room, kitchen/ dining area, utility, and toilet at ground floor, with three bedrooms (one ensuite) and bathroom at first floor. The property is presented in excellent condition throughout. Viewing comes highly recommended and enquiries are now invited. For more information call into our office in Roscommon town, phone 090-6630001, or email info@reacarthy.ie

Two houses for the price of one at REA Seamus Carthy This week, REA Seamus Carthy have a substantial detached residence for sale at Pullboy, Brusna. The residence comprises of six bedrooms, two kitchens, two sitting rooms, and three bathrooms set on a beautiful elevated mature 0.49 acre site with outbuildings, and conveniently located to Ballaghaderreen town. It’s an original family home which was built circa 1970s and extended cicra 2000. Utilised over the years as two separate

residences, an excellent opportunity now exists to purchase a property that is literally two houses, for the price of one! Generally considered in good condition overall, the said property offers enormous potential and Seamus now invites all offers for immediate sale. Viewing is a must. For more information call into our office in Roscommon town, phone 0906630001 or email info@reacarthy.ie

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Final offers invited for prime Lanesboro property This week, David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is inviting final offers for a prime residential holding of lands containing approximately 19.22 acres located at Lehery, Lanesboro, Co. Longford (which can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate), N39 N564. The property is primely located on the main Ballymahon route (R392) and located approx. 2.5 km from Lanesboro town. David describes the lands as, “prime lands and forestry lands located in a select farming district”, which can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate set out as follows: lot one (the entire), lot two (five-bedroomed residence on approximately 0.6 of an acre), and lot three (approximately 18.62 acre site with stables). This is a property that must be viewed to be fully appreciated and the auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and final offers to sell. Legal: Mr. Billy Brandon, Messers Patrick J. Neilan & Co., Roscommon. To arrange maps or for further details contact David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email ddiffley@propertypartners. ie or log on to www.propertypartners.ie. Find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/propertypartnersearley.

Final offers invited for luxury detached residence Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to accept final offers on a large five-bedroomed luxury detached residence, for sale by private treaty, located at Dudley Heights, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway. Accommodation includes: kitchen/dining room, living room, five bedrooms (2 ensuite) utility, toilet, and family bathroom. 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

New to the market – residence at Grange, Fourmilehouse

Quality Carrick-onShannon waterside apartment new to the market David Diffley (MIPAV, TRV) of Property Partners Earley is this week offering new to the market a luxury two-bedroomed waterside apartment of c. 900 sq.ft located at 12, Inver Gael, Carrick-onShannon, Co. Roscommon. Price guide: €90,000 ono to sell. David describes the property as a “spacious ground floor waterside apartment of approximately 800 square feet overlooking Carrickon-Shannon Marina. With all shopping and leisure facilities on your doorstep, the location of this property is perfect for an investment property or holiday home”. Situated in the ever-popular Inver Gael Development in Block A2. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. Annual management fees: approximately €1,264.05. BER: E1. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact John Earley (FIPAV) of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email jearley@propertypartners. ie.

Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer, new to the market, a three-bedroomed bungalow and 12 acres of good quality land at Grange, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon. Accommodation briefly consists of a kitchen/living room, dining room, three bedrooms and bathroom. The property has the additional benefit of oil-fired central heating, a large shed to the rear, and landscaped lawn area to the front of the property. The property is finished to a high standard throughout, and viewing is highly recommended. This property also includes twelve acres of good quality land with a two-bay hay shed, sliage slap and handling facilities. This property can be sold in lots to suit demand, with lot one consisting of the house on circa one acre of land, lot two consisting of eleven acres of good quality land, and lot three, the entire holding. Price on application. For further details please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080, or email seannaughton@eircom.net

Two properties in heart of Knockcroghery! Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer 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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FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON THURSDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER 2019 AT 4PM IN GARVEY’S PUBLIC HOUSE, BALLINTUBBER VILLAGE. (UNLESS PREVIOUSLY SOLD) ONE OF THE REGIONS MOST-ESTABLISHED AND ICONIC PUBLIC HOUSES/NITECLUB AND RESTAURANT

“GARVEYS” A primely located 7 B/R residential 7 day licensed premises of approx. 10,000 sq.ft located in

BALLINTUBBER VILLAGE, CO. ROSCOMMON PRICE GUIDE: €325,000 A renowned worldwide character entertainment venue set in the midst of an award-winning village steeped with history and bursting with community spirit. This pristine going concern property is presented for sale in excellent condition throughout with the benefit of 7 bedroom living accommodation of approx. 2,000 sq.ft and approx. 8,000 sq.ft of character bar/lounge, nite club and restaurant commercial space. Family owned for approx. 78 years and one of only 2 pubs in the village, Garvey’s is sold with the good will of established trade and potential. This truly is a once in a life time opportunity to acquire a turn-key, established and ultra famous property. Legal: Mr David Kelly, Messers Callan Tansey & Co, Boyle. 071 96 62019.

PRIMELY LOCATED 3 B/R BUNGALOW RESIDENCE OF APPROX. 900 SQ.FT LOCATED AT

BALLINDRIMLEY, CASTLEREA TOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON PRICE GUIDE: €70,000

PRIME LANDS CONTAINING APPROX. LOCATED AT

20.21 ACRES

ARDAGOOL & CLOONYKERNEY, CASTLEREA, CO. ROSCOMMON PRICE GUIDE: €100,000

An extremely attractive bungalow residence located on the edge of Castlerea town at Ballindrimley, close to all local amenities. The said property would make an ideal home or investment property due its size and location. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings.

A prime holding of lands located in a renowned farming district close to Ballintubber village and Castlerea town on which stands a one storey residence (in need of repair). The said lands must be of interest to farmers in the vicinity wishing to increase their existing holdings and can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dicate and set out as follows: Lot Size Guide Price 1 The Entire € 100,000 2 Residence standing on approx. 0.6 of an acre. BER exempt. € 20,000 3 All lands containing approx. € 80,000 19.61acres of lands (excluding residence). 4 Approx. 4.55 acres of lands. €20,000 5 Approx. 15.06 acres of lands. € 60,000

Legal: Ms Maria McCahill, McCahill & Co, Stonecourt, Roscommon. 090 66 26816.

Legal: Ms Marie Conroy, Messers Mahon Sweeney & Co, Roscommon. 090 66 26102.

FULL LEGAL PACKS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION FROM 3:30 PM ON THE DAY OF THE AUCTION OR IN ADVANCE FROM THE APPOINTED SOLICITOR.

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NO.4 CORRAUN VILLAGE, RACECOURSE ROAD, ROSCOMMON TOWN No.4 Corraun Village, Racecourse road, close to Roscommon town and all amenities

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Property of the week with Loretta Dowd Properties Stunning Detached Property With Many Extras!! Loretta Dowd Properties is delighted to offer “for sale” this impressive detached residence located at No.4 Corraun Village, Racecourse road, close to Roscommon town and all amenities. Corrib Oil shop/deli/filling station is located just a short walk away. This fine property boasts many extras including spacious kitchen/dining area with “quartz worktop”, range master style cooker, oak stairs and doors. It also boasts a wood pellet stove which assists heating and solar panels. There is a low maintenance garden area. On entering No. 4, one is immediately struck by a sense of light and space with each room flowing seamlessly into each other. There is a welcoming bright porcelain tile entrance leading to a large kitchen/dining area which boasts a modern cherry style kitchen complimented by a quartz work top

and range master style cooker. From the dining room a doorway leads to a spacious sun room area with double doors leading to a low maintenance garden area. Located off the kitchen area is a utility room with laundry room off and w.c. A large sitting room is just off the entrance hallway with feature marble fireplace and fitted solid fuel stove and bay window to front. On the opposite side of the hallway there is a similar sized living room with wood pellet stove and bay window to front. On the first floor level are four large bedrooms with master bedroom ensuite. There are two number walk-in-wardrobes, hotpress and spacious modern bathroom. The property has a BER C1 rating and is priced to sell at €255,000. Loretta Dowd commented that “this is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a superb home in a highly sought-after location and now invites immediate offers and viewings. For further details please telephone Loretta on 087 2233223.

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4 bedrooms with master bedroom ensuite and two walk-in-wardrobes. Large kitchen/dining room with cherry style kitchen and quartz work top. Wood pellet stove which assists heating. Gas heating. This fine property boasts well-proportioned accommodation throughout. A unique opportunity to purchase this beautiful residence

Price: €255,000 For immediate viewing contact Loretta Dowd on 0872233223 Loretta Dowd invites all viewings and offers! Please contact Loretta Dowd MIPAV on 087 2233223 or visit www.daft.ie for further details.

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c. 143.40 ACRES AT CORRAREE & BALLYGATTA, CASTLESAMPSON, ATHLONE, CO. ROSCOMMON BY PUBLIC AUCTION ON FRIDAY 30TH AUGUST AT 4PM IN GULLANE’S HOTEL, BALLINASLOE

• Very attractive three bedroom bungalow residence in pristine condition with outbuildings to side including garage and workshop altogether standing on c. 1.85 Acres. • Surrounded by woodlands and situated on a private site with mature trees to front and stream to side, viewing comes highly recommended. • The property is located on the Castlerea to Williamstown Road, on the Roscommon/Galway border adjacent Trien. For further details and viewing, contact the office on 090 6663700 Viewings at evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays also accommodated

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• Prime Takeaway/Restaurant coming fully furnished • Located adjacent Creggs Rugby Grounds • In excellent condition and ready to go • Terms and Conditions Negotiable Contact the office on 090-6663700 for further details

Prime farm of lands to come on the open market with extensive range of modern farm buildings 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 • Farm buildings including five bay single slatted with lay back, three bay double bay slatted, covered yard with crush, two bay double slatted, three bay double flat shed and three bay single flat shed. Overall area c. 10,274 sq. ft • 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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Leaving Cert joy as students receive results  DAN DOONER

Shauna Reilly, Eithne Brennan and Jane Horan pictured on Tuesday morning after receiving their Leaving Cert results at the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon town. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

The long, anxious wait for Leaving Certificate students came to an end on Tuesday morning as pupils arrived at schools across the county and surrounding areas to receive their results. Results nationwide are believed to be broadly in line with those received in 2018, with a high number of students choosing to sit higher level papers this year. Roscommon Community College, Principal Georgina Keena, said there was a significant increase in the

number of students who sat higher level Maths and Irish and that results in general were of a very high standard. “Results across the board were of a very high standard with most of the students studying this subject at higher level. “There was a significant increase in the number of students taking higher level Maths and Irish. The uptake of higher level Irish can be linked to students accessing scholarships through GRETB,” she said. In Ballygar, Coláiste Mhuire Principal, Emma O’Malley, said staff

and students were extremely pleased with results. “The staff and students of Coláiste Mhuire Ballygar were ecstatic with the Leaving Certificate results which they received on Tuesday. “There were scenes of jubilation throughout the morning. This was thanks to the hard work put in by the students, their teachers and parents throughout their senior cycle,” she said. Overall, 58,787 students nationwide sat the examinations and initial CAO places are set to be offered today (Thursday).

Dean Conlon, Siobhan Derwin and Nathan Clarke receiving their Leaving Certificate results on Tuesday morning at Roscommon Community College. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh Teachers Jonathan Kelly, Ailbhe and Irene Nestor, Joe Mannion, Aishling Spellman and Deputy Principal Jude Lohan pictured at Roscommon Community College on Tuesday morning while students were picking up their Leaving Certificate results. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Surviving that ﬁrst year in college as a mature student  MIRIAM KERINS

Anyone over the age of 23 years who wishes to return to full-time education is classed in Ireland as being either a mature student or an adult learner. These are usually people who decide, for whatever reason, that, at this stage in their lives, they’d like to return to education. However, while some of these mature students may possess a Leaving Certificate, the good news is, they don’t actually need it, and can apply to attend college without it. Now we know it’s never particularly easy to re-engage with education. Indeed, according to a Higher Education Authority (HIA) review of statistics on college access for ‘first-time’ mature learners, the proportion of ‘older students starting third-level courses has fallen instead of increasing in the past three years’. But don’t let that put you off, because returning to education at a time when you want to, as opposed to have to, can be hugely exciting and highly empowering. Therefore, if you’re currently making preparations to start your first year in college, forget about the negatives, grab this opportunity with both hands, accept our congratulations, and read on for some of our useful ‘surviving and thriving’ first-year hints and tips!

Here they are: Despite what everyone else might say, your first year is not a doss year; so knuckle down and take heed of what your tutors, (and not other students) are telling you. Remember, you’ve been absent from the formal education system for a while, meaning you’ll need to pay particular attention in order to fully grasp the whole gist of college life. Keep a diary and clearly mark in all of your lectures, making sure you attend every single one of them. Even the boring ones. Make a specific note of your assignment due dates and stick rigorously to them. Our Tip: Do a rough draft of your assignment as soon as you’re given it, and back it up. Remember, you’re a grown-up and that means it’s your responsibility to hand in your assignments on time. You’re in the big boy/girl world now, and there’ll be no note home to mammy and no standing in front of the principal if you fail to turn up to lectures or hand in your papers on time…so, start as you mean to go on. If you’re a parent returning to education, it’s likely you’re doing this in order that you can make a positive impact on your family’s situation. Well done. You’re not only upskilling, in fact, reaching for your dream, you’re also inspiring your kids to understand and value the power of education; so make sure they

help out around the house and do their bit to make life a bit easier on you. Prepare your family now, and advise them regarding the sizeable changes that are inevitably going to be made to their day-to-day routines. Explain to them that, due to your new family-back-tocollege-workload, someone else will need to walk the dog, feed the cat, load and unload the dishwasher and sort the laundry into separate loads, etc. Our tip: If any member of your family becomes anxious about their new routine, listen to their fears and respond to them as positively as you can. Reassure them and explain to them, in an age appropriate way, how mam/dad going back to school will help the entire family. Speak with your college administrator and see if there are any extra supports/resources available to you; taking full advantage of all. At all times, remember, while this is a positive move and while your increased skills and knowledge will benefit your family, it’s essential that you personally don’t become too overwhelmed with your new routine; especially so when it comes to meeting assignment deadlines. Our tip: Try to combine your own homework with your child(ren’s) homework routine. You never know, it could make everyone’s life that little bit easier. Congratulations on your new adventure; we wish you the best of luck!

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Top Tips on Student Life From Roscommon Credit Union Embarking on student life is an exciting step. New surroundings, a new course, new friends! With all this excitement, student life can sometimes seem a little overwhelming to the new student. Credit union research over the past few years has also shown that student life can come with its financial stresses and other strains, such as juggling work with studies. There is no need to worry though with our top tips for taking on student life. We hope these will take the stress out of your first term at third level so you can focus on making the most of your new life as a student!

Tip 1: Join your clubs and socs! During your first week in third level you’ll be inundated with information from every club and society from drama to disc-throwing. Do join the clubs and societies that interest you most and head along to their events and meetings. You’ll meet new, like-minded people and generally have a laugh while broadening your horizons or honing your athletic or creative skills. Involvement in a club or society will be one of the best things about student life, it will stand out on your CV for future employers too.

Tip 2: Follow Pricewatch for money-saving tips that work The Irish Times’ Pricewatch column (aka consumer champion Conor Pope) is one to follow to ensure you don’t end up spending unnecessary cash on student life. Not only is his humorous finger on the pulse of current affairs, legisla-

tive changes, etc. that directly impact you as a consumer, he also provides genuine, practical and effective tips & advice on saving money and making your euro go further. Priceless advice for the new student!

Tip 3: Learn how to cook Definitely do. Not only will you save a fortune on takeaways, you will eat healthier and also do your bit for the environment by cutting down on take-away cartons. It’s a student life no-brainer! There are tons of free, student-friendly, quick and nutritious dinner recipes on the internet. What’s more, you’ll impress your new housemates with your tasty creations. You can also keep the cost down by finding out when your local supermarket reduces their prices on stock and doing your weekly shop at this time. Buy supermarket own-brand, but check out local markets for fruit and veg as you can often find better quality and cheaper prices.

Tip 4: Create a Budget Yep, we know. There’s nothing exciting about budgeting – and where would you get the time anyway between attending all the club & socs events and whipping up your culinary creations in the kitchen? A budget however will ensure that you’re never strapped for cash, and that you even have a little extra to spend on the social side of student life. Put a little time aside and write down all the money you have coming in for the month ahead, as well as what you will spend on rent, travel, books, groceries, etc. Maybe you have a part-

time job or a student grant, consider keeping this money in a separate account that you never touch, specifically to cover your rent or another big monthly expenditure. Gather all the vouchers and coupons you can and use them as much as possible over the month. Ensure you use your student card everywhere you can, and do a little online research to get in the know about the range of places offering student discounts. We are happy to offer students budgeting advice, feel free to contact us!

Tip 5: Do NOT get a credit card Do not believe the banks and other financial organisations telling you that you need a student credit card. You will never need one, and the interest you accrue will end up being a noose around your neck. Not to mention that if you miss a monthly payment, it will be a negative mark on your credit history. Recent research we carried out revealed that six in ten credit card users don’t even know what interest they are paying! Likewise, think twice about opening an overdraft, it’s as unnecessary as a credit card and could well end up costing you more in the long run. If you do need some extra cash to help you cope with student life, check out our next tip.

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Credit unions are also not-for-profit, so the interest you pay on your loan is not making shareholders richer, but is going back into the credit union to help others just like you. The beauty with credit union loans, aside from the fact that they are very affordable, is the flexibility. We will work with students to come up with a repayment plan that suits their individual circumstances. Likewise if you want to repay the loan early, there is no penalty or hidden fee for doing this, unlike with other financial institutions!

Tip 6: If you need a Student Loan Ask your Local Credit Union

EDUCATIONAL LOANS

EDUCATION LOAN

*For a €3,000 one year variable rate loan with an interest rate of 6% (APR 6.19%), the weekly repayment will be €61.13, the total amount repayable €3,091.42, with a total cost of credit €91.42. Interest is calculated on a reducing balance. Option to top up loan. Terms & Conditions apply.

Not a member, not a problem, you can join and apply for a personal loan straight away! To learn more about becoming a member of Roscommon Credit Union Ltd and our affordable loans visit our website www.roscommoncreditunion.ie

ROSCOMMON CREDIT UNION LIMITED

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home reported spending almost €670 a month, while those in student accommodation were paying almost €1,230 a month!* Don’t waste your precious years at third level worrying about finances, talk to us instead! We offer a preferential Educational Loan rate of 6% (APR 6.19%)* to our members.

(Right) Lochlainn Hoare, Jack McNally and Bartek Karras pictured on Tuesday morning after receiving their Leaving Cert results at CBS Roscommon. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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BackToSchool/FurtherEducation/Courses Meánscoil Muire gan Smál

Convent of Mercy Secondary School ROSCOMMON

OPENING DATES 2019 / 2020

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Pictured are Jonathan Kelly (teacher), Sinead Dillon, Siobhan Derwin, Irene Nestor (teacher) and Mark Hounat (teacher) at Roscommon Community College on Tuesday morning. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Tuesday, 20th August from 5-8pm Contact us regarding DEASP payments or eligibility

For everything you need, call to Cormicans Cormicans is a long-established, experienced school books, art & crafts and offices supplies centre with stores in Roscommon and Athlone. In business since 1981, the experi-

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enced team at Cormicans have extensive knowledge of school books, art & craft supplies, school stationery, office supplies and everything you need for back-to-school.

Fully stocked with all Primary primaryand and Secondary Secondary books. books. Drop in your list and we will do the rest. or order online www.cormicans.com

Abbey Street, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon Seán Costello Street, Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Phone: 090 6475232 email: info@cormicans.com Web: www.cormicans.com

Cormicans offer free book covering on all online orders at www. cormicans.com. They stock a wide range of top quality, durable school bags, lunch bags and lunch boxes, water bottles and pencil cases as well as back to school essentials such as Crayola twistables, Supreme and Aisling copies, lever arch folders, and arts and crafts supplies. FREE 500ml Drinks Bottle with any Freelander School Bag purchased! “It’s a busy time of year for parents and teachers getting ready for ‘back to school’ and we try our best to make it as easy and convenient as possible by stocking all items on the school list under one roof. We also offer a book saving scheme and free book covering on online orders to ease the pressure on parents” said Aisling Cormican. Cormicans cater for all teachers with FREE delivery. Simply phone or email orders and Cormicans will take care of the rest. For any queries on special editions or out-of-print books, the experienced staff at Cormicans will be happy to advise you. Since 2016, Cormicans now stock all office supplies with very competitive prices on ink, printer paper and everything you need to complete your school projects!

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Classifieds

Everyone wants it Everyone reads it 80,000 PEOPLE READ OUR NEWSPAPER EVERY WEEK!

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

ACCOUNTS McGOWAN ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES Catering for: • Individuals • Sole Traders, Partnerships & Companies • VAT, RCT, PAYE/PRSI, Financial Control, Completion of annual tax returns First consultation FREE, can meet clients outside office hours Provides training for start your own business and basic computers and accounting. Also training in Thesaurus accounting products

‘YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR BUSINESS’ Contact Nuala

BOUNCING CASTLES

Gerrity Bouncy Castles

•Serving County Roscommon and surrounding area • For all Special Occasions • Standard Castles, Combi Castles, Obstacle Courses and much more.

TELEPHONE:

087 4668675 CHIROPODIST

090 66 25818 086 0352849

ACUPUNCTURE

Email: mcgacco@gmail.com Web: www.mcgowanaccounting.com

Traditional Chinese Medicine

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS ST. COMAN’S CLUB, ROSCOMMON Tuesday 1pm; Tuesday 9pm; Wednesday 1pm; Thursday 1pm; Thursday 9pm; Saturday 8.30pm; Sunday 12 noon

Tel: 01 4538988 or 091 767777

Michael Lennon Galway Road, Roscommon Telephone: 090 6626023

PHONE HELEN:

087 6833053

• Power brush and vacuum technology for cleaning chimneys, stoves, ranges and open fires

071 9637984 / 086 3562718

• Removes up to 50% more than traditional methods • Firebacks replaced and flues repaired • Can be cleaned from the bottom up • Chimney cowels and crow guards fitted Power washing and gutter cleaning services. Telephone:

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

Kathleen Wynne MCFHP, MAFHP

PODIATRIST For all foot ailments Siobhan Murray BSc (Hons) Podiatry M.Ch.S.I. Department of Health Approved Every Monday Tully’s Total Health Pharmacy Main Street, Castlerea

087 2798704

For appointment: (094) 96 21647 / (089) 4142233

CHIMNEY CLEANING

• Home visits • Insoles and Orthotics prescribed

POWER SWEPT No Mess Reasonable Charge ALSO AVAILABLE FOR POWER WASHING

CHIMNEY SWEEP

Email: m.kilgallon23@gmail.com

Open Fridays or by appointment

Foot Care Practitioner

Mark Kilgallon B.Sc Podiatry (Hons) M.Ch.S.I.

085 1503353 086 8538404

WE HAVE MOVED TO BALLINTUBBER

CHIMNEY CLEANING

PODIATRIST/ CHIROPODIST

St. Joseph’s Resource Centre, Boyle For appointment

Kathleen’s Mobile Footcare Provided in the comfort of your own home

TELEPHONE: 087 9657933 090 66 26752

EVERY FRIDAY

CHIROPODIST

Complete Chimney Services

Lic. Ac.

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BARBERS

CHIMNEY CLEANING

• Open fire, stove, ranges • All flues and chimneys • Power brushed & vaccumed • No mess, no fuss • CCTV camera inspections • Detailed report and CCTV recording provided for insurance claims • Fully insured Also available for powerwashing and gutter cleaning fergalkelly@live.com

Fergal 086 1016899

CHIROPRACTOR ROSCOMMON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Specialising in:

• BACK PAIN • HEADACHES • NECK PAIN • LIMB PAIN

COMPUTERS

DENTAL

DC Computer Services

Dental Design Studio

Providing IT services for Homes, Businesses & Schools. Home Callouts.

• Natural Cosmetic Dentures • Palate Free Dentures • Flexible Dentures • Repairs & Re-lines • Express replacement of lost/broken dentures

NO FIX NO FEE PC Maintenance – Upgrades, Repairs, Virus & Spyware removal. Network Solutions – Cabling, Hardware & Software Installation & Maintenance. Contact David Conboy Tel: 087 7496459 Email: info@dccomputerservices.ie Web: www.dccomputerservices.ie p

Patrick Lynch Clinical Dental Technician

Henry Street Medical Centre Roscommon TELEPHONE:

090 66 65917 087 228 8780

DRIVING LESSONS

JOHN DOORLY School of Motoring RSA REGISTERED AND FORMER DRIVER TESTER

Excellent pass rates CAR - 12 EDT LESSONS CAR & TRAILER (B&E) TRUCKS - RIGID, ARTIC & CPC

Paul McStay

DSA/ADI (UK) RSA MIAM ROSPA Approved Driving Instructor Former BSM Driving Instructor and UK advanced Met. Police Driver. GIFT VOUCHER CARDS AVAILABLE Castlerea & Roscommon

EDT Lessons Available

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094 96 20099

Tel: 086 2387528

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www.aclearsteerdriving.com

Telephone: 086 8433433

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

FARMING  A B AT TO I R S E R V I C E AVA I L A B L E : Cattle, lambs and pigs. Ready for freezing. Home Cured and Honey Dry cured traditional bacon (not pumped with water) now available. Tel: Webb’s Butcher’s, 094 96 20005 or 086 4094715  FOR SALE: Excellent quality square bales of hay. Sold in lots to suit, €2.50 a bale and delivered. Tel: 086 2628439  FOR SALE: Round and big square bales of straw. Can be delivered. Tel: 087 2781024

BOOM SPRAYER TESTING SERVICE • Sprayers tested on owners premises • Test report & D.A.F.M. stickers provided. • Small stock parts fitted on site (if necessary) Currently in 2019, sprayers are required to be tested every 5 years according to Dept. of Agriculture regulations. From 2020 all sprayes are required to be tested every 3 years Contact: Thomas Neilan on 087 2395171 or 090 6663069 e-mail: thomasneilan4@gmail.com

D.A.F.M. Approved Reg No: EL000083

FOR SALE  FOR SALE: Fridge and Freezer, €40 each, perfect condition also Petrol Mower €50, perfect condition. Strokestown area. Tel: 087 8525102  FOR SALE: 2005 VW Golf, 1.6 ltr, grey, N.C.T. until 04/20. Price €1,100 o.n.o. Tel: 087 2808103  FOR SALE: Cobblelock/Paving squares, slate grey with border. Tel: 085 1545223

Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon. David Connor BSC (Hon.) Chiro. MSc. Chiropractic Association of Ireland

VHI and Laya Covered

COUNSELLING COUNSELLING & HYPNOTHERAPY Are you effected by Anger Issues, Bullying, Bereavement, Confidence/self-esteem issues, OCD, Stress, Depression, Eating disorders Panic/Anxiety, Relationships, Exam pressure, Sexual Abuse Contact: Billy 094 96 59966 Mobile: 086 0675433 or visit www.billybrogan.com

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

To have your advert seen by over 80,000 people every week advertise with us! THE MOST READ NEWSPAPER IN COUNTY ROSCOMMON!

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 FOR SALE: Ford Grand C Max Titanium X (top specification), 2.0 Lt. Diesel, Automatic. Beautiful car with up to 7 seats. Brown. 2013. Specifications include - Cruise control - Sat Nav - Lane sensing - Speed sign change alerts- self parking - front, side & rear parking assist - panoramic sun roof with electric blind, & many other specifications expected of a top marque car. Only 74,014 Km (42,666 miles). Full service history, Taxed & NCT to February 2020. €15,250 o.n.o. Call or text Terry 087 161 4066

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Classifieds FENCING/GATES

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

GARDENING

Des Kelly Fencing Over 20 years in business All types of fencing supplied and erected Including: • Cresoted Posts • Agricultural Fencing • Site Fencing • Security Fencing • Post & Rail Fencing • Concrete Fencing • Grant Approved Fencing No job too big or too small Just give us a call on

087 2346364

FRANCIS REGAN FENCING LTD For all your fencing needs. Glas Fencing Grant Fencing Post Rail

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Tel: 087 2172281 GARDENING

• Certified Arborists • Tree Surgery • Dangerous Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Leylandii hedges reduced and shaped Comprehensive Insurance Cover. I.S.A. member.

Tel: 086 6077307 or 086 8125165 www.parklawntreeservices.

GATELY GARDENING Four Roads, Co. Roscommon • Landscaping • Timber Decking • Patios • General Maintenance Contact Liam on 086 8749550 or 090 66 27496

HOLISTIC

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

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

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 Tree Services • Hedge Cutting • Dangerous Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Fully Insured

Phone:

087 2721193

CORBETT TREE CARE & LANDSCAPING General Maintenance ● Dangerous Tree Removal ● Garden Hedges & Trees reduced and shaped ● Wood Chipping ● Fully Insured Contact Alan on ●

087 6558597

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

086 4679798 PAINTER & DECORATOR Private & Commercial Power washing 25 years experience Free Estimates Given

Phone Alan on:

090 6661635 or Mobile:

087 2683079 PHYSICAL THERAPY Roscommon Physical Therapy Clinic Movement Matters 20 years experience treating babies to adults. Everyday aches & pains to sports injuries. Physical Therapy CranioSacral Therapy Medical Dry Needling Prescription Orthotics Pilates – Small Classes

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GARDENING SERVICES

PAINTING & DECORATING

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  HOLIDAY HOME BY THE SHANNON IN BALLYLEAGUE CO. ROSCOMMON: Fully furnished two bed apartment available for short lettings. All mod cons, Sky TV, Internet. For details call 089 9791653

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 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  ROOM TO LET/HOUSE SHARE: Double bed room (ensuite) to let in clean modern spacious house. Would suit professional/mature person. Located close to Roscommon Hospital and short distance from town in a quiet area. Rent reasonable. Tel: 083 3557062  TO RENT: Luxury 2 bed apartment to rent, 10 mins from Roscommon town, lakeside view, on sight parking, suitable for professionals. References essential. Tel: 087 9008817

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

PLANNINGS

Design Consultation Planning Applications New Build, Extend, Renovate Bespoke Design Domestic, Commercial & Agricultural

086 3482387 info@moleskinarchitecture.com

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ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Simon Coyle for planning permission for the construction of 4 detached two storey dwelling houses complete with the installation of 4 separate waste water treatment systems/polishing filters, for the refurbishment of existing derelict buildings on sites 1 and 2 for domestic use, for the provision of storm water attenuation/ connection to existing storm water drainage system, for the provision of a public path fronting the site along the R357 road, for the provision of a refuse collection storage area, for the creation of a new entrance onto the public road, for the connections to the existing public utilities and all necessary ancillary siteworks at Carricknagat, Four Roads, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Seamus Dowd & Associates Ltd, Registered Surveyors, Chartered Construction Managers, Building Consultants. Tel: (090) 6623417 Mob: 086-8546035 The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

DRIVING LESSONS MISSING DOG

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS DOG? “Finn” is a white West Highland Terrier and has been missing since Wednesday (7/8/19) from the Elphin/Ballinagare area. He is neutered and microchipped. SUBSTANTIAL REWARD for safe return! Please call Grace on 086 2670308 if you have any information.

ROSCOMMON

Driving School 087 2295551 Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor

PLANNINGS

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Maura Comiskey intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for retention of garage which will be used for fuel storage/general storage associated site works and services at Cloonybeirne, The Walk, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural + Design Services Ltd. Architects Fallon Avenue, Roscommon Phone: 090 6626974 Mobile: 086 8115449 The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a fee of €20 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 am applying for planning permission for revisions to plans approved under Planning Ref No PD 16 / 388 for erection of extension to rear of Takeaway Restaurant premises at Castle Street Roscommon. The proposed revisions involve the erection of the extension in pre fabricated unit, to provide staff toilet and storage accommodation, in lieu of the form of construction for which planning permission was granted. Signed: Fergal O’Gara The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying for (a) retention permission for alterations to house plans for which planning permission was granted under Planning Reg Ref PD 17 / 69, to include for omission of sun room and installation of window on gable of western elevation and (b) for retention permission for revised location for dwelling house as constructed on site at Lisdillure , Drum. Signed: B Lennon and T Browne The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of five 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.

PUBLIC NOTICE AN CHUIRT DUICHE (The District Court) District Court Area of Ballaghaderreen

District No. 4

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF A PUBLIC DANCING LICENCE UNDER THE PUBLIC DANCE HALL ACT, 1935. SECTION 2 TAKE NOTICE that I, Andrew Durkin of the Square, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon intend to apply to the Judge of the District Court sitting at the Annual Licensing District Court on the 13th day of September 2019 at Ballaghaderreen at 12 Noon for grant of renewal of an Annual Dance Licence to use the premises known as “Durkins” situate at the Square, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon within the District Court Area aforesaid for public dancing. Dated this 1st day of August 2019 Signed: Fahy Neilan & Company, Solicitors, Station Road, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. (Solicitors for the Applicant) To: The Superintendent, Garda Síochána, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. To: The Sergeant in Charge, Garda Station, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. To: The District Court Clerk, The Courthouse, Roscommon. To: The Chief Fire Officer, The Courthouse, Roscommon.

Classifieds PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying for planning permission for erection of dwelling house and domestic garage with sewerage treatment plant and percolation area, and ancillary site development works at Hillsend, Falty, Oldtown, Athlone.

Roscommon People Friday 16 August 2019

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

JOHN BEATTIE Cab and Bus Hire Roscommon

086 2670670

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We are applying for planning permission for erection of dwelling house and domestic garage with sewerage treatment plant and percolation area and ancillary site development works at Cornaseer, Kiltoom. Signed: Edel Walshe and Darragh O’Dowd The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

SITUATIONS WANTED  GUITARTIST AVAILABLE: For work with Country band, doubling on vocals, Galway/Roscommon area. Tel: 087 6431406

SITUATIONS VACANT  PART-TIME PERSON REQUIRED: For pub in Strokestown, experience essentail. Tel: 087 9540186  CHILDMINDER: Reliable, kind, experienced childminder required for two primary going school children. Strokestown area. Interested in hearing more. Tel: 086 8521623  KIND LADY WANTED: In Roscommon town to bring children to school on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Apply to Box No: 2063 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon  FULL-TIME APPRENTICE PLUMBERS: Required in the Midlands/West regions. Must be hard-working & reliable. Apply to Box No: 2057 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon

2018 SEASONED TURF also Peat Bedding Available

Signed: Shane Mulvey The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of five 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.

TURF/FUEL/ FIREWOOD

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

Taxi and Minibus hire.

PHONE:

087 2727888

TOMMY GILLIGAN

CABS

Padraig Healy Car & Mini Bus Hire Wheelchair Accessible Call car direct

(086) 2714879

Quality Small Job Services For Home or Business

LOFT LADDERS Aluminium

Supplied & Fitted From

The company that can do all them small jobs

FROM

www.oddjobsolutions.ie  TURF FOR SALE: In tonne bags, delivery to Roscommon town and surrounding areas. Price €50. Tel: 086 8534011  FOR SALE: Large lorry loads of turf. Screened and delivered. Orders for this year’s turf taken now. Tel: 086 7236301

TUITION  MUSIC, EMPOWERMENT: Individual tuition, Piano Forte/Electronic Keyboard/Classical/Folk Guitar available. Exams optional. Tel: May 087 0937669

TUITION

ROSCOMMON TELEPHONE: 086 8099 503

WASHING MACHINE, REPAIRS, DISHWASHER REPAIRS, OVEN AND TUMBLE DRYER REPAIRS Contact Paul on 086 0538977 087 4046478 www.appliance-repairs.ie

094 96 31880 087 9100477

HUGH KILDUFF CABS KELLY’S EYE

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS:

€190

Peter Lynch 086 8400002

Tel: 086 2479829

USEFUL SERVICES

MATHS GRINDS Now enrolling for September 2019 Roscommon Town Experienced Higher Level Teacher Excellent notes provided Outstanding results record Contact by phone/text:

Lorraine Beirne 086 3688302 EMAIL: roscommonmathsgrinds @gmail.com

Established since 2005  ELECTRICIAN AVAILABLE: Safe Electric Registered. Domestic and Industrial, All work considered - No Job too small. Phone Paul 086 2553153 or 090 666 3053 or Email p0862553153@ gmail.com.

LEAKING TAPS Interior & Exterior

Repaired or Replaced All small & big jos catered for Call L. Coen (087) 1948286 USEFUL SERVICES  HANDYMAN SERVICES: Do you need odd jobs doing around your home/yard? Do you have no time to do them yourself? Don’t want to contact a specialised tradesman to carry out these tasks? ● Gardening ● Stonework ● Clean up/Tidying ● Concrete repairs ● Fence repairs ● Pointing/Repointing ● Cutting/Chopping firewood. Honest Service Provided at a Reasonable Rate. Phone: 087 2176205

USEFUL SERVICES

LUKE COEN 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

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  BLOCK LAYERS AVAILABLE: Contact Ciaran. Tel: 087 7157857  PAINTER & DECORATOR AVAILABLE: For all your painting needs, keen and competive prices. Tel: Tom on 086 0815802

CRASH REPAIRS

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

PUBLIC NOTICE AN CHÚIRT DÚICHE (The District Court) District Court Area of Castlerea

District No. 4

LICENSING ACTS 1833 TO 2011 PUBLIC HOUSE (IRELAND) ACT, 1855 SECTION 1 LICENSING (IRELAND) ACT 1833 SECTION 6 As Amended by the Substitution in the First Schedule to the Courts (No2) Act 1986 INTOXICATING LIQOUR ACT 1960 SECTION 29 THE DISTRICT COURTS RULES 1997 ORDER 79 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO THE DISTRICT COURT FOR CONFIRMATION OF THE TRANSFER OF ON-LICENSE TREVOR WHELAN AS NOMINEE OF DROUGHILL BUILDERS LIMITED APPLICANT “SISSY MCGINTY’S”, MAIN STREET, CASTLEREA, COUNTY ROSCOMMON NAME OF PREMISES TAKE NOTICE that TREVOR WHELAN as Nominee of DROUGHILL BUILDERS LIMITED whose registered office is at 1 Old Droughill, Portarlington in the County of Laois intends to apply to the Annual Licensing District Court on the 27th day of September 2019 at The Court House, Castlerea in the County of Roscommon at 10.30 AM for a Certificate by way of transfer to him entitling and enabling the Applicant to receive the Publican Licence (7-Day Ordinary) Licence in respect of the premises known as “SISSY MCGINTY’S” and situate at Main Street, Castlerea, in the County of Roscommon in the Court area and District aforesaid which licence is presently held in the name of MARY FLANAGAN by endorsement on the Licence. Dated: 7th day of August 2019 Signed: DEVITT DOORLEY Solicitors for the Applicant Address:

The Valley, Roscrea, County Tipperary

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The District Court Office, Government Buildings, Golf Links Road, Roscommon town, County Roscommon

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The Superintendent of the Garda Síochána, The Garda Station, Barrack Street, Castlerea, County Roscommon

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The Superintendent of the Garda Síochána, The Garda Station, Main Street, Portarlington, County Laois

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The Chief Fire Officer, Aras an Chontae, Roscommon, County Roscommon

PUBLIC NOTICE ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Aras An Chontae, Roscommon PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SUBMIT NIS (NATURA IMPACT STATEMENT) Name of Applicant: Ben & Becky Duffy Location: Cloonmore Td, Portrunny, Co Roscommon Date Of Planning Application: 12/12/2018 Planning Ref Number of the Application: 18/612 Nature & Extent of the Development: Permission to construct an extension to an existing dwelling house with all associated site development works. Following the requirement of the planning authority, an NIS will be submitted to the Planning Authority in connection with the application, and the NIS will be available for inspection or purchase, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, during office hours at the offices of the Planning Authority and that subject to the payment of any relevant fee, a submission or observation in relation to the NIS may be made in writing to the planning authority within 5 weeks of the date of receipt by the planning authority of the NIS.

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES KELLY Martin

KELLY Martin

GIBBONS Gretta

Mullymux, Roscommon Who died 14th August 2018 (1st Anniversary)

Mullymux, Roscommon. (1st Anniversary)

Ballinafad, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon Who died on 20th August 2018.

The wife and family of the late Martin Kelly at this time of his first anniversary wish to express our sincere thanks to all who sympathised and offered their condolences to us. Thank you to the many people who attended the Wake, Removal, the Funeral Mass, sent cards, enrolment certificates and special floral tributes. Our sincere gratitude to Roscommon University Hospital, doctors and nurses, Portiuncula Hospital, ICU and especially doctors and nursing staff of St. Joseph’s Ward. Thank you to Martin’s GPs, Dr. Noel Farrell and Valerie Morris for looking after his past medical needs and care. Our sincerest heartfelt appreciation to Declan McGarry and the nurses and carers at Oakwood Nursing Home for the excellent care and kindness given to Martin and the kindness and support given to his family during his time there. We wish to extend our sincere gratitude to the constant friends who visited him at both the Hospitals and Nursing Home. We wish to thank Fr. Raymond Browne for the most uplifting and meaningful Funeral Mass and Carmel McLoughlin for the gift of her beautiful singing which enriched the service. A special thank you to Tom, Rene and Pat Smyth for your professionalism, advice and support in arranging and conducting the Funeral. Thank you To Deacon Seamus for being with us officiating at the graveside. Thank you to the Abbey Hotel for the lovely meal provided. Sincere thanks to relatives, neighbours and friends for all their support and practical help given throughout the year. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as an expression of sincere appreciation to all. Martin’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Brigid’s Church, Four-Mile-House on Saturday, 17th August at 8.15pm.

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

In loving memory of a dear father, father-in-law and grandad Martin who passed away on 14th August, 2018. Rest In Peace. For those who think of him today a little prayer to Jesus say.

Always in our thoughts and prayers Kevin and Rosie, Sean, Conor and Aiden. x

ROCHE John Kidlawn House, Ballinasloe, County Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

The family of Gretta Gibbons would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for the support and sympathy shown to us on our sudden and sad loss. We appreciate the sympathy offered by our friends, neighbours and those who travelled to Gretta’s home, the Funeral Mass and Burial. To those who sent Mass Cards, letters of sympathy, text messages, made phone calls and sent floral tributes, thank you. Sincere thank you to NOW DOC, Mary Parker, An Garda Síochána, The Ambulance Service, Paramedics and all who attended on the evening of Gretta’s passing. Thanks to Aidan and Martina Tully, Funeral Directors for their sensitive and professional support covering all aspects of the Funeral with care and attention to detail. Thanks to the grave diggers and a special word of thanks to Fr. O’Flynn, Fr. O’Connor, Fr. Browne, Fr. Whitney and Fr. Donnelly for the lovely Funeral Mass and The Strokestown Choir Group for the lovely music and singing. Thanks to all who helped at Gretta’s home and to The Percy French Hotel and staff for a beautiful meal. A special word of thanks to Gretta’s home help Eileen. To Gretta’s good friends Theresa and Patsy and all the Strokestown Day Care Centre, thank you. We take this opportunity to thank each one of you. Please accept this as an expression of our deepest gratitude. Mass will be offered for your intentions. Gretta’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Carniskea Church on Saturday, 17th August at 12 noon.

SCANLON John (Johnny)

NAUGHTON Geraldine (7th Anniversary)

(40th Anniversary) In loving memory of John, a Husband, Father and Grandad, who died on 19th August 2018. “No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts Is always kept for you.”

Missed and loved forever by his wife Anne, daughter Michelle, her partner Noel and grandsons Evin and Lucas. John’s Anniversary Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Clonfad, Oldtown, Athlone, Co. Roscommon on Sunday, 18th August at 10am.

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In loving memory of our Dad John (Johnny) Scanlon, late of Emlaghroyan, Donamon who died on 18th August 1979. Rest In Peace. Time goes by and life goes on But from our thoughts you are never gone.

Lovingly remembered by son Michael, daughters Mamie, Annie, Rosaleen, Eileen and extended family.

In loving memory of Geraldine Naughton, Tully East, Ballygar, Co. Galway, who died on 25th August 2012. “Quietly today your memory is kept, No need for words we will never forget, When thoughts go back as they always do, We treasure the memories we have of you.”

Sadly missed by her mother Mary, brother Michael, family and friends. Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Ballygar on Saturday, August 17th at 7.30pm.

CONNEELY Luke Ballyglass, Ballymoe, Co. Galway Who died on 12th July, 2019

The family of the late Luke Conneely wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to all our relatives, friends and neighbours, those who visited our home, attended the Wake, Removal, Mass and Burial and who provided help and support, both domestically and on the farm, at this difficult time. We are grateful to those who travelled long distances, telephoned, sent cards and messages of condolence. A special word of thanks to Caroline and John and the paramedics who attended to Luke during his final hours, to the doctors, nurses and staff in A&E Portiuncula Hospital, to the IHFA for their proud Guard of Honour, to the parking marshals and those who managed the flow of traffic during the Funeral, to all those who participated in the Mass, Fr. Joe Poole, Fr. Pat O’Toole and Fr. Benny Flanagan, the servers, the readers, the Eucharist Ministers, Kathleen the Sacristan and Carmel McLoughlin for her beautiful music and singing. Thank you to Niall Flanagan, Undertaker, for his kindness and professionalism in the handling of the Funeral arrangements and to our good neighbours for preparing a beautiful resting place for Luke. Heartfelt thanks to our neighbours and friends who brought food and refreshments during this time. Thanks to Aidan Maloney of Delicious Catering for a beautiful warm meal and to Tommy and Dolores Dowd for use of their premises. Thanks also to the Grove Lounge for refreshments. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Month’s Mind Mass for Luke will be celebrated in St. Croan’s Church, Ballymoe on Saturday, 17th August at 12 noon.

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In loving memory of Charlie, who died on August 17th 1999 Always in our thoughts and prayers loved and remembered every day.

Loved and missed by his wife Maura, sons, daughters, son-in-law, daughters-inlaw, grandchildren and great-grandchild Alex. Anniversary Mass in St. John’s Church, Lecarrow on Sunday 18th August at 11.30am.

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Please forward your CV with a cover letter to manager@greenfieldschildcare.com or to Lisa O’Neill, Manager, Greenfields Childcare, Lisnamult Community Centre, Lisnamult, Co. Roscommon. Closing date is August 22nd, 2019.

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CAISLEÁN ÓIR, CHILDCARE, MONTESSORI AND AFTERSCHOOL Glinsk Childcare Committee invite applications for the following posts:

There are special people in our lives who never leave us even after they are gone.

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. G.H.

Please forward your CV or Application form and covering letter to: Claire Finneran, HR Manager, Kepak Athleague, Athleague, Co. Roscommon or email claire.finneran@kepak.com

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Essential Criteria: • 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 Wednesday August 21st 2019 Interviews to be held on Thursday, 22nd August Glinsk Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunities employer

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Early Years Teacher 37.5 hours Fixed Term Contract Essential Criteria: ● Minimum QQI/Fetac V in ECCE ● Ability to ensure the health and safety of children at all times ● Experience planning child-centred activities ● Experience working as part of a team ● Good oral and written communication ● Ability to work on own initiative, willing to work flexible hours ● Garda Vetting required Desirable Criteria: ● QQI/Fetac VI in ECCE or higher qualification/equivalent ● Experience working with different ages of children from babies to toddlers, to pre-school to after-school ● Strong Knowledge in High/Scope Curriculum & Síolta ● Current First Aid Certificate, Children First Training, Manual Handling, and any other certificates relevant to Early Childhood Education and Care. Shortlisting of candidates may apply. Subject to Garda Clearance. Please call for a blank Garda Clearance Form. Job description available upon request. A panel may be formed from which future vacancies may be filled, including relief work. Canvassing will disqualify. Applicants must be available for an interview on the 23rd August 2019. Interested applicants should send in completed Garda Clearance Form with letter of expression of interest and CV no later than Wednesday 21st August 2019 at 5pm to:

The Manager, Cuan Bhríde Childcare Centre, Four Mile House, Co. Roscommon F42W326 090 662 9844 cuanbhride@outlook.com Cuan Bhríde Childcare Centre is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Just A Normal Day, blue colours wins the Kilbeggan feature under Conor Or from Plinth and Seskin Flyer.

This weekend’s action Racing this evening is at Leopardstown starting at 4.50 pm. British all-girl band, All Saints, come to Dublin to play their only Irish show this year and bring this summer’s Bulmer’s Live to a close. Today is also the first day of the Tramore Summer Racing Festival off at 5.15 pm over the sticks, away at 5.35 pm. Tomorrow they race over the jumps again in Tramore at 5 pm and on the level up the Curragh starting at 4.40 pm. On Saturday both meetings are on the level at Tramore, 5.10 pm and Cork 1.25 pm. Tramore races alone on Sunday with a jump card off at 1.25 pm. Racing on the flat returns to the west at Lenebane on Monday and national hunt at Sligo on Tuesday. Local trainer Dot Love, she trains in Mullingar, won the featured @KilbegganRaces On Instagram Handicap Chase at Kilbeggan on Saturday with Just A Normal Day at 8/1, the stable’s second choice. The winner in the hands of claimer Conor Orr beat Joseph O’Brien’s Plinth and Seskin Flyer by ½l and 3l. over 3m 1f. Love’s other horse Lucky Pat was a well backed favourite at 5/2 but could only manage fourth.

Monday at Lenebane

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On Monday it is Londis Family

Day at Lenebane with loads of activities for the kids including Pirate Boat Train, Teacup Ride, Face Painting and the Disco Dome. Once again children under 16 have free admission. On the racing front the first 4 races are over 7f starting with the first race for 2-Y-Os only sponsored by Irish Stallion Farms EBF with 33 entries. The second is again for 2-Y-Os only, the feature race of the card, with a 17-horse entry race sponsored by Foran Equine Irish EBF. Murray Ambulances sponsored the third, a maiden that has 31 runners and Eurona BriskNet sponsor the 52-runner apprentice handicap, the largest field of the day, both for 3-Y-O+. The fifth is the Londis Roscommon Maiden with 28 potential runners and the penultimate Hydrotech Handicap has 21 entries, both again for 3-Y-O+ but over the longer distance of a mile two furlongs. The Sean Cleary Handicap, in memory of the young Athlone jockey who lost his life at 22 following a fall at Galway in 2003, has 43 and brings things to a close. In the last race Greenpanda, a course winner over 1m 3f, catches the eye and if he turns up, depending on the going, he is worth an e/w chance. Gerry Gill Motors kindly sponsors the prize for the hard-working grooms for the best turned out horse in each race and there will be

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Greenpanda beats Mystique Heights at Lenebane in September.

music in the main bar after the second last race with Billy Garvin.

Racing News JP McManus’s Cheltenham Champion Hurdle winner Espoir D’allen was injured in a fall at home last week and he will probably miss the rest of the season. The Gavin Cromwell-trained 5-Y-O has won eight of his nine runs over hurdles including an unexpected win at Prestbury Park at 16/1 over Melon and Silver Streak in March.

Competition Corner Paddy Connaughton, Oakwood, Aine Caslin, Roscommon and Antoinette Winston Roscommon are off to Lenebane on Monday for Family Day and to enjoy the racing compliments of Michael Finneran manager of the track and don’t forget to collect your tickets in the office. Only chance to win tickets for Kilbeggan on again on Saturday week, 24th of August and we have three pairs of tickets for the meeting. To win the tickets we want to know which local trainer produced Just a Normal Day to win the feature race in Kilbeggan last Saturday? Answers please on a postcard to The Roscommon People, Abbey Street Roscommon or by e-mail to tomred17@gmail.com by 12 pm Wednesday the 21st of August. Please don’t forget to include your name, address and a contact phone number with all competition entries.

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Sports People Spot the ball! Athleague and Pearses into last four See page 52

Athleague’s Pat Nolan gets in between Oran’s Robert Varley and Gearóid Keenan during last weekend’s Roscommon SHC Quarter-Final in Athleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

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Seamus Duke ON SPORT

Dublin on cusp of ﬁve-in-a-row! I was never more sure or certain in many years watching football that Dublin would easily defeat Mayo in last Saturday’s semi-final and I said so here in this column several times in recent weeks. When I saw them in the flesh against Roscommon I was convinced that they would power past every team that was left in the championship at that stage and I am still of the same opinion. They are simply too strong and too powerful and they have so many selection options that they will secure the coveted five-in-arow on September the 1st. Dublin will do to Kerry what they did to Mayo, Roscommon, Cork and everyone else. It may not be a ten-point

Championship Watch All-Ireland SHC Final Tipperary v Kilkenny on Sunday in Croke Park at 3.30 pm After all the huffing and puffing we are down to old rivals Kilkenny and Tipperary to contest Sunday’s All-Ireland final and there are so many sub-plots as usual. Kilkenny were written off on a number of occasions this year not least after their Leinster final defeat to Wexford. Brian Cody has masterminded another memorable year for the Cats but it remains to be seen whether they can cap their revival off with another title. Liam Sheedy was brought back into Tipperary hurling to deliver the MacCarthy Cup and it’s so far so good. However, they can also point to a chastening loss at the hands of Limerick in the Munster final. There are great players on both sides. For Tipp, the Mahers are magnificent performers and up front Seamus Callinan, ‘Bubbles’ O’Dwyer and the McGraths are lethal if they get enough ball. Kilkenny have the truly great TJ Reid in their corner but he will need plenty of help this weekend from the likes of Walter Walsh, Colin Fennelly and Richie Hogan. There won’t be a lot in it and I am very reluctant to back against a Brian Cody managed side in an All-Ireland final. But forwards win games and, in my humble opinion, Tipperary are stronger in attack and should be able to get the scores to win it. Prediction: Tipperary

margin but it will be a comfortable victory. However, I’m glad it’s Kerry that Dublin are playing and not Tyrone. At least there is a chance of a football match with Kerry involved. The Kingdom have some excellent attackers but I would fear for them in defence. Dublin’s attack will be too strong for them. It was another wonderful effort from Mayo but it looks like the end of the road for this team. What enjoyment and excitement they have given over the past ten years but they always found one team too good for them. They were just unlucky that they came along in the era of a brilliant Dublin team.

On the other hand, I wasn’t one bit sorry that Tyrone were beaten. I don’t like their attitude and some of their underhand tactics which have been there for years are very unsavoury. It was also a surprise to see how small the crowd was in Croker on Sunday (less than 34,000) after the full house on Saturday evening. The attendances at big football games are certainly falling (if you take Mayo out of the equation) and it is something of a worry for the association. Was it that the Kerry supporters didn’t travel or that people just do not like watching Tyrone play football? There has to be some reason!

Dublin blitzed Mayo in ten second-half minutes to seal their place in this year’s AllIreland SFC Final and remain on course for five-in-a-row.

Ladies ﬁghting for All-Ireland ﬁnal spot

The Roscommon Ladies footballers take on Meath at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny for a place in the All-Ireland Intermediate Final.

It’s a huge weekend for the Roscommon Ladies footballers. They have a large gap to bridge against Meath after last year’s semifinal in Dr. Hyde Park but the way they have been playing this year would suggest that they have a real chance this Saturday. They have been scoring heavily but they must ensure that they keep the back door shut as Meath have some marvellous attacking players who will take full advantage of any slackness defensively. I wish Michael Finneran and his team the very best of luck. It is a pity that the game is on so far away (in Nowlan Park) and that it clashes with the start of the club championships. It will certainly take away from their support on the day. Fair play to TG4 as they are going to cover the game live. It would be a marvellous boost to the ladies game in Roscommon if they were to qualify for the All-Ireland final.

No ‘donor fatigue’ for Club Rossie! The support for the GAA in County Roscommon was plain for all to see once again at last Friday night’s Club Rossie Draw which was held at Hannon’s Hotel. For Club Rossie to be able to sell over €250,000 worth of tickets barely six months after the ‘Win a House’ draw is truly remarkable. It seems that there is no such thing as ‘donor fatigue’ when it comes to supporting Roscommon GAA and hopefully now the work can begin in Dr. Hyde Park and that there are realistic plans to develop a centre of excellence for our county teams to train in. With the goodwill that’s there are the moment it is entirely achievable.

Club championships begin this weekend The senior, intermediate and junior club football championships are starting this weekend and the match previews are elsewhere in the paper this week. There is a new format this year and while we’ll give it a chance before it starts…I would have left the format the way it has been for the last few years. The fact that the championships are not starting until this weekend means that it is going to be flat out for club players over the next few weeks with games every weekend, which is unfair. However, the clubs voted for this championship format and fixture list so let’s see how it goes. Hopefully the matches will throw up a few new players for Anthony Cunningham and his selectors over the next couple of months.

City, Liverpool and United off the mark It was the start that most people expected in the Premier League at the weekend with Liverpool and Manchester City winning very easily. Manchester United also got off to a good start but their 4-0 win against Chelsea was a bit of a flattering scoreline as Chelsea had hit the post twice before United scored. I suppose that a 4-0 win is better than a 4-0 loss but I wouldn’t be getting carried away just yet!

Rossies deserve AllStar nominations The speculation about who might be on the All-Star teams will begin in earnest over the next few weeks, and over a few scoops at the weekend we agreed that Conor Cox and Niall Daly deserve to get nominations with Enda Smith and Conor Hussey outside bets. I don’t think any Roscommon players will actually win an award this year but it would be nice to get a few nominations.

What might have been…

Oisin Kelly in action for Pádraig Pearses during last Saturday’s Kepak SHC Quarter-Final between Pearses and St. Dominic’s at Athleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

It’s amazing what can happen. Roscommon minors scored a memorable victory against Galway in the Connacht minor championship in Dr. Hyde Park a couple of months ago with Aaron Oyiki scoring a spectacular goal. In fact, Galway were also defeated by a point in the Connacht final after extra-time by Mayo. But lo and behold if they are not into the All-Ireland final after a thrilling win against Kerry in the semi-final last Sunday. Now they take on Cork in the final on September 1st - what might have been folks!

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Yerra…let the mind and media games begin! THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner

Meath referee David Gough will take charge of this year’s All-Ireland Senior Football Final between Dublin and Kerry.

Ah the mind and media games have already started ahead of September’s All-Ireland final between the mighty Kerry and the humble, hard-working Dubs (I’m not immune). This week we heard what we can only presume (or hope) were tall tales from the Tyrone v Kerry game last Sunday before talented Meath referee David Gough was put under the spotlight for having the temerity to live and work in Dublin!

We can only assume that rather than climbing a tree with a set of binoculars, career pilot Jim Gavin will be staging flyovers of Kerry training sessions with an AIG sponsored drone in the coming weeks! On a serious note, while extremely impressed by Con and Co. in last Saturday’s semi-final, I was sad to see a brilliant Mayo side exit this year’s competition on the end of a drubbing. While many would argue that the AllIreland Senior Football Championship has become unwatchable at times in recent years, Mayo were always box office, and certainly deserved more for their efforts. Onwards and upwards, however,

and while Kerry agents were feeding coded messages through the media, Dublin were on the charm offensive at a ‘meet and greet’ in Parnell Park on Monday. There were selfies galore with fans young and old and midfield powerhouse Brian Fenton even showed his softer side as he serenaded a birthday girl. Ah bless! No wonder Mr. Brolly loves them! In deepest, darkest Kerry meanwhile, agent Jack O’Connor was being smuggled up to a safe house near the Dublin border, where his mission will be to soften up the Dubs with his Kildare charges next year, presumably as the mighty Kingdom set about defending their All-Ireland title!

People’s champions of the week Roscommon are AIG Jimmy Bruen Connacht Champions 2019. Huge congratulations to team captain Tom Judge, selectors Noel Farrell and Declan Browne and team members Johnny Walker, Kevin Connaughton, Francey Grehan, John McHale, Fionn Hoare, Sean McGahon, Jack Sharkey, David Farrell, Shane McConn, Matt Farrell, Brian Daly and Séamus Conneally. A good win against the home side Westport GC on Saturday saw Roscommon qualify for Sunday’s final. A superb overall team performance ended in victory for Roscommon. They now contest the All-Ireland semi-finals on September 22nd.

In the sporting diary .... Ballyboro soccer registration Registration of players for Ballyboro Soccer Club ahead of the new season will take place this Friday evening (16th) from 6 pm to 8 pm at Lanesboro Community College. New players are especially welcome. The club caters for boys and girls aged from U-6 to U-16 in the Lanesboro, Ballyleague, Ballagh, Newtowncashel, Tarmombarry, Scramogue, and Killashee areas. The club will have brilliant new facilities for all players to enjoy from September. On Friday evening there will be a special preview of the new club AstroTurf pitch which is near completion.

Junior Golf at Carrickon-Shannon A GUI Junior Golf Camp will take place at Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club from Monday, August 26th to Wednesday, 28th from 10 am to 5 pm with Pete Duignan. Cost is €45 (including lunch) for the three days. Tailored to all skill levels and probably the last summer camp before they head back to school! To secure a place please text 086-8166461.

The sporting brief Handball

Winning in Castlebar! Roscommon had two good wins in the 60x30 Connacht Championship in Castlebar last Sunday. St. Coman’s’ Michael Egan enjoyed an easier than expected win over Galway’s Jamie Kelly on a scoreline of 21-9, 21-9. Michael played some fine handball throughout despite having minimal preparation in the buildup. Michael’s clubmate, Glenn Walsh, had an equally impressive win in the Over 35 ‘B’ Connacht final against Sligo’s Kevin Meehan. Glenn controlled proceedings throughout to win 21-6, 21-6.

Darts

Fleming ﬂourishes! Sean Fleming came out on top at last Friday’s Roscommon Darts Superleague competition at The Hollywood Bar. Mick Egan was in top form in the earlier rounds with a 126 finish for a 14-dart leg. It was

Fleming, however, who was the most consistent player on the night. After hitting an 11-dart leg as part of an unbeaten run in the group stages, he dispatched Donal Coyne, Paul Carton and David Concannon in the knockout rounds before seeing off Mick Kilroe 3-1 in the final.

Golf

President’s Prize We begin our weekly roundup in Athlone where Mary McHale’s President’s Prize events conclude this weekend with the President’s Scramble on Friday, which is a fundraiser for the Mixed Foursomes team who play in the All-Ireland finals in Castletroy in September. Results in next week’s edition. Recent winners in Athlone include: Camilla Fitzgibbon and Margaret (Ladies Pro Golf Open with 45 points); Mary Kelly (Dubarry of Ireland competition with 42 points); Kevin Sheehy (Athlone Boat Club competition with 40 points); Tony Reape (Summer Series competition with 45 points); Paddy Kenny (Plumbers competition with 26 points) and Jean McGowan (97 Club with 27 points).

Meanwhile, James Joyce bloomed in the recent Colm Quinn Stableford, taking first nett with 40 points. To Roscommon next where the ladies’ Senior Foursomes team have qualified for the Connacht final in Gort at the end of the month. Cian O’Connor won the recnt Open Day with 35 points while Aidan Curley claimed the recent men’s 18-hole competition. Congratulations to Leah O’Connor who has qualified for the 2019 Wee Wonders Grand Final in East Lothian, Scotland on August 24th and 25th. Pat Conroy and Michael Reid won this year’s Foursomes in Boyle, defeating Charlie O’Donnell and Jimmy Dwyer in the final. The men’s team defeated Co. Sligo GC in the Connacht Shield during the week. The team will play Ballina in round two. The Bank Holiday Rumble was won by the in-form trio of Lochlainn Conboy, Cian Smith and Mark O’Donohoe with 96 points. The men’s 12-hole Stableford was won by Michael McHale last Thursday with 29 points while the Lady President’s Prize to the Ladies was won by Mary O’Hara.

Runner-up at last Friday’s Roscommon Darts Superleague competition, Mick Kilroe, pictured with winner Sean Fleming.

Twenty-six members of Glenamaddy Golf Society enjoyed President Brendan Burke’s outing to Ballinrobe on the August Bank Holiday Monday. Des Morgan was the winner of the Seamus Walsh Memorial Cup with a fantastic score of 39 points. Christine Keane was second, Gerry Haslam third, Sean Farrell fourth and Mattie Potter fifth. David McDermott’s Captain’s Prize was won by Sean Mulvey in Carrick recently. Sean finished ahead of Johnny Beirne and Bobby Mulvey. The winner of the seniors’ prize was Leo Kavanagh. Ken Moran won the Past Captain’s and Eoin Gibney the Junior Prize.

The Spice Indian Stableford was won by Albert Noone with Daniel Egan in second and Paul Roche picking up the gross prize. Darren Conlon finished third. Congratulations to the Jack O’Sullivan team on reaching the zone final. Commiserations to the Jimmy Bruen team who lost their Connacht semi-final to Athenry. The winners of the recent ladies’ competition in Carrick were Attracta O’Connor, Anna Smith and Siobhan Talbot. Attracta had previously won the Grafters Hair Stableford while Anna had won the Murphy Open and Siobhan the Maher-Oarsman Cup.

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Athleague and Pearses into SHC semis - Kepak SHC Round-up Kepak Roscommon SHC Quarter-Finals

Title defence continues Athleague 2-11 Oran 1-10 Athleague set up a local derby against Tremane in the semi-finals as they had four points to spare against Oran in a match played in very wet conditions in Athleague last Saturday. There was little between the sides until Robbie Fallon flicked home an Athleague goal after 20 minutes and at half-time the home side led by five points. When Cormac Kelly scored a second Athleague goal with ten minutes left it looked good for Seamus Qualter’s side, and while just a couple of minutes later Oran’s best player, Gearoid Keenan, scored a fine goal, the champions held on for a deserved victory. Scorers - Athleague: E Flanagan (07), C Kelly (1-2), R Fallon (1-1), D Heavey (0-1). Oran: J Fallon (0-5), G Keenan (1-1), H Rooney (0-2), E Kenny and D Ryan (0-1) each.

semi-final after this six-point win against St. Dominic’s. Pearses needed a strong second-half display to prevail as the Knockcroghery men were the better side in the opening half. Tommy Hurley scored a fine goal early on and at half-time they led by 1-10 to 0-11. But Pearses were the better side on the resumption and with Oisin Kelly in superb form they turned the situation around. The sides were level with just ten minutes to go but Pearses finished

the stronger with Shane Naughton grabbing a decisive goal in the dying minutes. Scorers – Pearses: A Fehily (0-9), O Kelly (0-7), S Naughton (1-2), E Costello (0-2), L Fehily (0-1). St. Dominic’s: J Murray (0-6), MJ Egan (0-4), T Hurley (1-0), M Miley (0-3), T Doyle (0-2). Note: The semi-final line-up will see Tremane play Athleague and Four Roads face Pádraig Pearses.

Naughton settles it! Athleague’s Pat Nolan attempts to get past Oran’s Jerry Fallon during Saturday’s Kepak Roscommon SHC Quarter-Final clash in Athleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Creggs RFC Report

Pádraig Pearses 1-21 St. Dominic’s 1-15 Pearses will meet Four Roads in the

St. Dominic’s’ Michéal Beirne is put under pressure during last Saturday’s Kepak Roscommon SHC Quarter-Final clash between Pádraig Pearses and St. Dominic’s at Athleague. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh

THE GAIN LINE

Creggs gearing up for new season! Creggs’ senior teams have been back training for the past month on Tuesdays at 8 pm and Saturdays at 6 pm. The first team open their competitive season on September 1st with a tough home game against J1 new boys Tuam in the quarter-final of the Cawley Cup, a competition which Creggs won last year for the first time. The development team start their competitive season a week later with a home game against Carrick in the quarter-final of the Curley Cup. New and returning players are always welcome in Creggs and there are lots of enquiries - many of those from players that haven’t played rugby before. Creggs U-20s went to the Sportsground in Galway last Saturday to take part in the first of four 10-a-side Blitz competitions. Due to the awful weather, the competition was cut to a 7-a-side competition with NUIG, Creggs, Galwegians and Corinthians taking part. Congratulations to Creggs who took the honours and won the first of the Blitzes and came away with the ten

points on offer for the winning side. The next Blitz will take place this Friday evening (16th) at 6 pm in Ballina, while the following Friday (24th), the third Blitz will take place in Creggs.

Youth Rugby Creggs U-16 boys’ training has started for the new season and is every Thursday night at 7 pm in Creggs. The U-15 Boys’ training has started for the new season and takes place every Sunday night at 8 pm in Creggs. Creggs held an open training session for Girls U-14, U-16 and U-18 last Monday night with 36 girls in attendance. The club is still looking for new players and training will commence next Monday (19th). Training for U-14’s will be at 7 pm while the U-16/U-18s will train at 7.30 pm in Creggs. New players are always very welcome. Good luck to U-18 players Mark Purcell and Jack Tucker who will be

away at the University of Limerick for the next week with the Connacht U-18s in their Inter-Pro competition against Leinster, Ulster and Munster. They begin their campaign next Saturday against Ulster before playing Leinster on Wednesday, August 21st and complete their campaign against Munster on Sunday, August 25th. Good luck also to Creggs Ur-19 players Aodha Hession, Jack Keegan and Tom Farrell who are part of the Connacht U-19 Interprovincial squad who play Munster next Friday in Thomond Park. They play Leinster in the Sportsground on Wednesday, August 21st and finish their campaign away to Ulster in Barnhall RFC on Sunday 25th. Congratulations also to Creggs U18s girls player Hannah Coen who has been picked at number 8 for their opening Inter-Pro game against Leinster next Saturday in Barnhall RFC. Creggs Girls Rugby was only relaunched last season and it is an amazing achievement for Hannah, who only took up the game last year playing with Creggs and the Convent of Mercy team in Roscommon.

Jack Tucker and Mark Purcell from Creggs RFC will line out for Connacht U-18s in the Inter-Pro Competition at University of Limerick next week.

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Limerick’s Grace Lee with Emer McNally of Roscommon in action in the Liberty Insurance All-Ireland Premier Junior Camogie Championship Semi-Final at Cusack Park, Ennis. Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Oisin Keniry

Missed chances cost Rossies ﬁnal spot Liberty Insurance All Ireland Premier Junior Semi-Final

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ROSCOMMON  SEAMUS DUKE

A cursory glance at the final score last Saturday would lead one to form the opinion that this was an easy win for Limerick, but that certainly was not the case. A goal and two points in injury-time at the end of the game gave the final margin a very lop-sided look and was unfair to a battling Roscommon team who just came up short in the end. Grit, determination and will-to-win were qualities that Roscommon showed all through this match but in the end it was missed chances that cost them a place in the All-Ireland final

against Kerry next month. Having recovered from a poor start, Karol Collins’ team worked extremely hard to get to within two points by the 55th minute but some costly wides, and a failure to convert possession into scores proved a bridge too far. Played on a day borrowed from mid-winter at Cusack Park in Ennis, with a strong wind and squally showers, the conditions were difficult for the players and it was Limerick who began best with the elements at their backs. By the 9th minute they were ahead by 0-5 to 0-1 with Shauna Fallon’s converted free in the 4th

minute Roscommon’s only score. But Rachel Fitzmaurice and Susan Spillane were getting a grip at midfield. Both were outstanding all through as they drove Roscommon forward time after time. In the 10th minute Fitzmaurice drove over a point after a surging run, and two minutes later Shauna Fallon converted a free. Then Lorraine Kenny pointed after a superb Roscommon team move and the margin was down to just one (0-5 to 0-4). But that was to be Roscommon’s last score of the half and it was Limerick who kicked on before the break. Pressure on the Roscommon defence was yielding frees, and Rebecca Noonan converted three placed balls before the break to leave the half-time score Limerick 0-8 Roscommon 0-4. Roscommon opened the second-half scoring in the

32nd minute with a Shauna Fallon free but the Shannonsiders were looking dangerous in attack and Roscommon had reason to be thankful to their goalkeeper twice in the space of two minutes as she kept her side in the game. First Geri Mai O’Kelly sent a blistering drive goalwards in the 36th minute but Michaela Fallon tipped it over for a point and then Ella Whelan was through only for Fallon to make another superb save. Rebecca Noonan converted another free for Limerick in the 44th minute to push the margin out to five but Roscommon responded well, and with Spillane and Fitzmaurice in the engine room, the revival came with Roscommon knocking over three points in a row. Shauna Fallon pointed two frees and Susan Spillane pointed from play. With 55 minutes on the clock it was Limer-

ick 0-10 Roscommon 0-8. But that was as good as it got for Roscommon and as the game slipped into injury-time Limerick came with a decisive burst of scoring. Noonan pointed a free in the 61st minute and two minutes later Noelle Curtin cut in from the right

Collins remains upbeat despite defeat  SEAMUS DUKE

Roscommon manager, Karol Collins, was adamant that there wasn’t much between the two teams in last Saturday’s All-Ireland semi-final in Ennis but admitted missed chances had cost his side a place in the final. “There was nothing in it really. Limerick got off to a good start but we got them back to 0-5 0-4 half-way through the first half then we gave away three soft points towards the end of the

half which left them four up at half-time. We rallied hard in the second half but we missed a few chances from play and from placed balls and that was the difference in the end. “In games like that when chances come you have to take them but look, from where we started this year to today there has been a huge improvement and the girls have done very well. “We were hoping that we could keep them to within a point or

two in the first half and we had a few chances and in the second half we hurled a lot of ball but the scores were not coming for us. If we got a goal I think we could have kicked on and won the game but it just didn’t happen for us today. “It was a breezy day and it suited corner-backs but nothing was happening for us inside (in attack)…it was just one of those days,” he said. Despite last Saturday’s defeat, Colgan believes it has been

a good year for Roscommon Camogie and he was looking forward to 2020. “It’s been a very positive year. I came in before the league game against Kildare and things have gone up since then. They are a great panel of girls and God willing, I’ll be there again next year and we are building for the future. There are five or six minors there that have been training with us all summer… the future is bright for Roscommon Camogie,” he concluded.

flank to shoot another point. Then in the 63rd minute sub Shauna Darcy supplied the moment of the game when she burst through the Roscommon defence and blasted home for a superb goal. Limerick probably deserved to win it on overall

play although Roscommon will point to several missed chances including a few frees that went astray especially in the second half. But it’s a young Roscommon team and under impressive manager Karol Collins they have plenty to look forward to.

Teams & Scorers ... LIMERICK: Leah O’Carroll; Kate Herbert, Anne Tangney, Evan Butler; Sarah Shanahan, Yvonne Lee, Sinead McElligott; Orlaith Kelleher, Ann Kennedy; Rebecca Noonan (0-6, 5 frees), Gery Mai O’Kelly (0-2), Noelle Curtin (0-1); Ella Whelan, Grace Lee, Michelle Curtin (0-3). Subs: Leah Browne for Kennedy (32), Shauna Darcy (1-0), for Curtin (61), Katie Carroll for Whelan (63). ROSCOMMON: Michaela Fallon; Aisling McDermott, Maebh Tiernan, Chloe Whyte-Lennon; Aine O’Meara, Emer McNally, Joanne Beattie; Susan Spillane (0-1), Rachel Fitzmaurice (0-1); Alisha Lenehan, Kathy Jones, Shauna Fallon (0-5 frees); Lorraine Kenny (0-1), Fiona Connell, Lisa Dolan. Subs: Kate Doyle for Dolan (37), Ella Killion for Kenny (47). Referee: Paul Ryan (Kildare)

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Rossies gunning for Royal revenge!

TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Football Intermediate Semi-Final

Roscommon v Meath at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny on Saturday at 4.45 pm

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It’s a repeat of the last four pairing from 2018 when Michael Finneran’s Roscommon side face the Royals in the unusual surroundings of Nowlan Park, Kilkenny this coming Saturday. Last year Meath breezed past Roscommon at Dr. Hyde Park but the Roscommon team of 2019 looks a far more accomplished outfit and they have every chance of upsetting the odds this weekend. Roscommon manager Michael Finneran is looking forward to the challenge. “Training has gone very well. There is a great buzz in the camp and all our players are fit and ready to go. It’s great to be playing and training

well into August and we will relish the challenge on Saturday. “We have a score to settle from last year but we are not thinking about that. They beat us well in the league but we have become far more competitive since that game and hopefully we can bridge the gap on Saturday. I think we are a more mature and accomplished team this year and we are putting up good scores. “We know how difficult this will be. The last two times we have played Meath they have won easily so we know what’s ahead of us but it’s a big occasion and on a fine pitch like Nowlan Park it will suit a team that wants to play fast, open football. We just want to go out and do ourselves

justice on the day,” he concluded. Roscommon’s improvement in attack this year has been the key to their success thus far but they will have to be strong in defence as Meath have some very skilful attackers. Vikki Wall and Megan Thynne are top-class forwards and pose a major threat. This will be a very difficult game for Roscommon as Meath are determined to go one better this year after being beaten in last year’s AllIreland final by Tyrone. If the weather is fine, the beautiful surface and conditions might just suit Roscommon to set up a massive day in Croke Park next month. Prediction: Roscommon

Intermediate Championship starts this weekend Mulryan Construction Roscommon IFC Round One (All games on Saturday)

Junior title in dramatic fashion last year and while they will give it everything, it will be a big step up in class for them here. Prediction: Tulsk

Group A

Group B

Creggs v Kilbride in Creggs at 5.30 pm This looks an interesting clash with the home side anxious to start with a win. They look to have a sharp attacking unit and led by Noel Gately that could be decisive. Kilbride are without Conor Devaney and his loss and the loss of Cathal Shanagher is a big blow for them. Kilbride have a number of impressive young players but they could struggle at this level. There won’t be much in it. Prediction: Creggs

St. Barry’s v Castlerea St. Kevin’s in Oran at 5.30 pm The loss of club stalwarts David Keenan and Finbarr McGowan will be felt by the Shannonsiders. Castlerea are trying to bounce back immediately after being relegated last year and under David Casey they have a very young team. However, they have made the final of Division Four in the league with some excellent performances in recent weeks and a lot of those young players can expect to see duty here against St. Barry’s on Saturday. Castlerea may not have the players to win the title but they have enough to come out on top here. Prediction: Castlerea St. Kevin’s

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Tulsk v Kilglass Gaels in Tulsk at 7.15 pm The last thing Tulsk want is for the likes of me to be tipping them to win the Intermediate Football Championship after all that has happened in recent years when they have let the title slip from their grasp a number of times. Tadgh O’Rourke, Jack Conlon and Callum Fahey will be prominent in attack and Tulsk look a strong outfit overall. Kilglass won the

Shannon Gaels v Éire Óg in Boyle at 5.30 pm This looks an evenly matched game. Neither side has been particularly impressive with Shannon Gaels plying their trade in the Tansey Cup this season.

Junior ‘A’ throws in! The King and Moffatt Building Services Junior ‘A’ Football Championship gets underway this Sunday with six games down for decision across the three groups. Pádraig Pearses, Roscommon Gaels, Elphin, Castlerea St. Kevin’s and St. Brigid’s feature in Group A. St. Joseph’s, Ballinameen, St. Faithleach’s and St. Dominic’s make up Group B while Group C features Clann na nGael, who are many people’s favourites this year, St. Ronan’s, St. Michael’s, and Western Gaels. This weekend’s fixtures are as follows:

Sunday, August 18th King and Moffatt Building Service JAFC (Group A) At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Elphin. 1 pm At Woodmount: Pádraig Pearses v Roscommon Gaels. 1 pm King and Moffatt Building Service JAFC (Group B) At Kilglass: St. Joseph’s v Ballinameen. 1 pm At Lisnamult: St. Faithleach’s v St. Dominic’s. 1 pm King and Moffatt Building Services JAFC (Group C) At Kilronan Park: St. Ronan’s v Clann na nGael. 1 pm At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s v Western Gaels. 1 pm

BREAKING BALL GAA Results Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division One Pádraig Pearses 2-9 St. Brigid’s 2-8 St. Croan’s 1-13 Michael Glavey’s 2-6 St. Faithleach’s 1-11 Boyle 1-4 Clann na nGael 2-9 Roscommon Gaels 1-10 Western Gaels 2-15 Fuerty 0-6 Connaughton Fuels AFL Division Two Strokestown 0-14 Clann na nGael 0-7 Castlerea St. Kevin’s 1-15 Éire Óg 0-6 Oran 1-14 Kilmore 2-5 Elphin 3-13 Kilbride 0-8 Tulsk Lord Edwards 0-16 St. Aidan’s 1-7 AFL Division Four Knockout Castlerea St. Kevin’s 1-11 Roscommon Gaels 0-11 AFL Division Five Mid South Kilbride W/O Fuerty Kepak Roscommon SHC Quarter-Finals Athleague 2-11 Oran 1-10 Pádraig Pearses 1-21 St. Dominic’s 1-15

Fixtures Saturday, August 17th Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC (Group A) At Mulhern Park, Fuerty: Fuerty v St. Croan’s. 7.15 pm At Orchard Park: Elphin v St. Brigid’s. 7.15 pm Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC (Group B) At Orchard Park: Strokestown v Roscommon Gaels. 5.30 pm At Mulhern Park, Fuerty: St. Faithleach’s v Michael Glavey’s. 5.30 pm Hodson Bay Roscommon SFC (Group C) At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Western Gaels. 7 pm At Abbey Park: Boyle v Pádraig Pearses. 7.15 pm Mulryan Construction Roscommon IFC (Group A) At Creggs: Creggs v Kilbride. 5.30 pm At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Kilglass Gaels. 7.15 pm Mulryan Construction Roscommon IFC (Group B) At Rockfield: St. Barry’s v Castlerea St. Kevin’s. 5.30 pm At Abbey Park: Shannon Gaels v Éire Óg. 5.30 pm Mulryan Construction Roscommon IFC (Group C) At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v St. Aidan’s. 7 pm At Rockfield: Oran v Kilmore. 7.15 pm

Underage update The Mulryan Construction Roscommon Intermediate Football Championship throws in this weekend. Pic: Roscommon GAA

Éire Óg have retained their Intermediate status comfortably in recent years but have found the route to the top table hard to negotiate. They should start their campaign with a win here though. Prediction: Éire Óg

Group C Oran v Kilmore in Oran at 7 pm This is the ‘game of the weekend’ in the Intermediate Football Championship. Oran will be many people’s choice to go on and take the title. Meanhile, Kilmore are the

ultimate championship battlers and you never have them beaten until the final whistle has sounded for at least ten minutes! The outcome here may depend on just what strength of a team that Oran are able to field. At full-strength they are an excellent side full of topclass young players. But Kilmore are just so resilient with the likes of Derek Connellan Jack Sharkey, the Caslins, John Donohue all still involved to name just a few. A shaky vote to the home side. Prediction: Oran, narrowly. St. Dominic’s v St. Aidan’s

in Knockcroghery at 7 pm Dominic’s looked to be slipping back badly last year but they came with a late surge and played some great football in the latter rounds. Dominic’s always have a big say in the destination of the Intermediate Championship, and at home they will be hoping to get off to a good start. St. Aidan’s have been making steady if unspectacular progress and they are making big strides at underage level. This is a game that they will be hoping to win but the home side might just have too much. Prediction: St. Dominic’s

Second-half improvement seals ﬁnal spot All-Ireland U-16 ‘C’ Camogie Championship Semi-Final

ROSCOMMON

2-6

CAVAN

2-4

Roscommon’s U-16s qualified for the final on Sunday week next after a narrow two-point win against Cavan in an exciting semi-final played in Edgeworthstown last Sunday. Goals in the opening half from Aisling Keeneghan and Alanna

Brady saw Roscommon on the back foot but Anna Campbell’s excellent goal before the break saw them go in level at 1-4 to 2-1. Roscommon were the better side after the break and Kate Heneghan scored a fine goal to put them in the driving seat. Despite

some excellent play from Cavan, Roscommon held out for a memorable win. Roscommon will now play Mayo or Kerry in the final on Sunday week. Roscommon: E Cafferky; N Kelly, A Campbell, S Regan; M Lawless, O Connolly, S Treacy; S Bolger (0-2), N Fitzgerald; L Mahon, C McNeill, Anna Campbell (1-1), S Mannion, S Finneran (0-2), K Heneghan (1-0). Subs: E O’Farrell for Mahon, C Kilcommins (0-1) for Mannion.

Thursday, August 15th M Cooney & Sons Hardware MFC Division Three At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg-Michael Glavey’s v Kilglass Gaels-St. Barry’s. 8 pm Percy French Hotel U-14 FC Division Three At Ardcarne Park: Oran v St. Michael’s. 7 pm

Friday, August 16th Earley Consulting MFC Division One At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v St. Brigid’s. 7 pm Door Motion U-16 FC Division Three At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v St. Aidan’s. 7 pm

Sunday, August 18th Campion Insurance U-14 FC Division Two (7 pm) At Kiltoom: St. Brigid’s v Kilglass Gaels-St. Barry’s At Woodmount: Pádraig Pearses v Strokestown At Kilmore: Kilmore-Shannon Gaels-St. Ronan’s v Elphin-Ballinameen Percy French Hotel U-14 FC Division Three (11 am) At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s v St. Faithleach’s At Mulhern Park: St. Ciaran’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards At Rockfield: Oran v Castlerea St. Kevin’s ‘Support Hospice’ U-14 FC Division Four (11 am) At Western Gaels: Western Gaels v Clann na nGael At Woodmount: Pádraig Pearses v St. Dominic’s At Kilmore: Kilmore-Shannon Gaels-St. Ronan’s v Roscommon Gaels

Ladies Update Thursday, August 15th Hugh Loonam Roscommon LGFA MFC Round Five Group A Shannon Gaels v St. Faithleach’s Group C St. Croan’s v Michael Glavey’s Group D Strokestown v St. Mary’s Éire Óg v Four Roads Oran v St. Barry’s

Saturday, August 17th TG4 All-Ireland IFC Semi-Final At Nowlan Park: Roscommon v Meath. 4.45 pm

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The Hodson Bay Roscommon Senior Football Championship returns this weekend with some intriguing match-ups in all three groups. Pic: Roscommon GAA

Catch us if you ‘Clann’! Roscommon SFC throws in this weekend Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC (Round One)

game of the weekend Strokestown v Roscommon Gaels in Elphin at 5.30 pm (Group B) Strokestown have flattered to deceive so many times in the past that their supporters must be very frustrated because they certainly have plenty of very good footballers. This year they are without the likes of Thomas Corcoran, Cathal Compton, Kevin Finn and Ian Rogers who are all away. There is also a doubt about the participation of Sean Mullooly who has a back problem. In that case Strokestown will be under pressure. But Roscommon Gaels have pulled up no trees this year either. James McDermott and Cian Connolly have been big losses to the town team although Kieran Kilcline and Brian Kelly are back from long-term injuries. There are doubts about the fitness of new recruit Ronan Carolan, and Mark Healy who pulled up against Clann na nGael last Sunday with a hamstring problem.

There are also rumours that Scott Oates and Cian Connolly may be back in time to feature on Saturday, which would be a

big boost to the town team.

But with John McManus, David O’Gara, James Featherston, Paul Gleeson and young Peter Gillooly on board, the town team should have enough to open their campaign with a win. Two experienced managers will clash with Liam McNeill (Gaels) and Nigel Dineen (Strokestown) in charge. There won’t be much in it. Prediction: Roscommon Gaels

Group A Elphin v St Brigid’s at 7.15 pm in Elphin St. Brigid’s’ star has slipped in recent years while Elphin will be hoping to cause a shock on home ground. There are doubts about the availability of Senan Kilbride, and if he is absent Brigid’s will be without their talisman for the past decade at least. He has been such a magnificent servant for them. Brigid’s will be hoping that their younger brigade will be able to step up although they have huge shoes to fill. Niall McInerney, Ian Kilbride, Brian Stack, Mark Daly and Peter Domican will carry the flag for Brigid’s on Saturday. Elphin always have a scoring threat with the Creggs to the fore, and with Aaron Brady in goal and Shane Killoran supplying quality, the home side will be hoping to get their campaign off to a good start. Brigid’s might just

have enough. Prediction: St Brigid’s

Fuerty v St. Croan’s in Fuerty at 7.15 pm Both sides will be looking at this game as a ‘must win’. Malachy Gately is back at the helm in Fuerty and with Niall Kilroy and the Lyons’ brothers prominent, the home side will be hoping to start their campaign with a win. It was reported this week that Ross Timothy will be missing for Croan’s and he would be a huge loss. Michael Holland, Maurice Connaughton and Shane Lannon will have vital roles to play for Croan’s but it looks like a home win to me. Prediction: Fuerty

Group B Michael Glavey’s v St. Faithleach’s in Fuerty at 5.30 pm A definite contender for game of the weekend here. With five players on the county panel this year, Glavey’s should be in good shape for this vital clash. The loss through injury of Cathal Heneghan robs Glavey’s of one of the best young players in the county but with Gary Patterson, Conor Hussey, Caoileann Fitzmaurice and Darren O’Malley on board Glavey’s will be hoping for a good start.

Faithleach’s have been going along well and have qualified for the O’Rourke Cup final. Ciaráin Murtagh will not be back from Boston this weekend and he would be a major loss. Diarmuid Murtagh will be there as will new recruit Darren Carberry who has been a big success since he arrived into the Faithleach’s attack. The Ballyleague men look to have several exciting options in attack but they are suspect in defence. Without Ciaráin Murtagh Glavey’s have a chance here. Prediction: A draw

Group C Clann na nGael v Western Gaels in Johnstown at 7 pm The champions open their campaign with a tough game against Western Gaels at home. Clann will be without Ultan Harney, Jack Connaughton and Fergal Lennon and those are three topclass players who they can ill afford to lose. Donie Shine is back in training and came on against Roscommon Gaels in the league last Sunday, which is good news for him. Ciaran Lennon and Shane Pettit are playing well and Clann will be looking to some of their younger players, especially in the early rounds. Western Gaels will be without Ciaran Cafferky who is injured and will be relying on the old guard like Cathal Cregg, Kevin Higgins, Seanie McDer-

mott and Fintan Cregg. With Frankie Dolan on board in the backroom team I expect that ‘The Gaels’ will be very sharp up front but it is further back that there may be problems. I am giving a depleted Clann side a hesitant nod to win narrowly here. Prediction: Clann na nGael

Boyle v Pádraig Pearses in Boyle at 7.15 pm It’s hard to believe that Pearses have never won a Roscommon senior title but I suspect that this year will be one of the best chances that they have ever had of breaking their duck. With the three Daly brothers, Davy Murray and Hubert Darcy all on the county panel and the likes of Mark Richardson, Niall Carty, Seanie Fahy and Paul Carey to back them up, Pat Flanagan’s team will never have a better chance to bring the Fahy Cup back to Taughmaconnell and Moore with a lot of their main rivals struggling with injuries, absentees and poor form. Boyle at home are very dangerous team. Donie and Enda Smith, Cian McKeon, Seanie Purcell, and Tadgh McKenna are all top-class performers but it remains to be seen if they can take on a team like Pearses and get enough scores to turn them over. Make no mistake, Pearses will have to be about their business if they want to win here on Saturday night but they should be good enough. Prediction: Pádraig Pearses

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