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We Raise Bears debut concert at Roscommon Arts Centre We Raise Bears have fast become a rising name on the Irish music scene and they make their Roscommon Arts Centre debut this summer as they take to the stage on Friday, 18th of August at 8 pm. Described by the BBC as having “such a uniqueness in sound, a character, a confidence and an intelligence as well”, We Raise Bears are a mustsee for music fans as they are regularly credited for delivering stand out live performances. This summer, We Raise Bears bring a full band show to Roscommon Arts Centre; a key date on their summer tour, with locallylinked lead singer/songwriter Conor Miley hailing from a homestead farm in the village of Rahara. Along with being attributed with beguiling performances, Miley’s now recognisably poignant and

political lyricism has also been described as stunning. The band have joined the line-ups of festivals that include Hard Working Class Heroes, Other Voices, Electric Picnic and Ones To Watch, while also headlining venues around

the country and supporting top Irish acts like We Cut Corners. We Raise Bears released their well-received debut EP in late 2016 and with it they have managed to create a new sound that is thoroughly their own. Late 2016 also saw the

release of debut single ‘To A Distant Plain’ and a Jose Miguel Jimenez-directed music video. Tickets for We Raise Bears are available now from Roscommon Arts Centre on 090-6625824/www. roscommonartscentre.ie

Change of date for Donamon Open Day The Annual Divine Word Missionaries family picnic day at Donamon Castle, Roscommon has been re-scheduled from this Sunday (30th) to Sunday (August 6th). The committee wishes to apologise for any inconvenience caused. There will be lots of entertainment on the day with Jake Carter (Nathan’s brother) and his band making their first appearance. There will also be many events for children and the opportunity to win €1,500 as well! Admission and parking is free. Full details in next week’s edition. See Frank Brandon column this week (page 22).

Murphy allays fears on Social Welfare payments as era ends in Keadue Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has moved to allay fears over the collection of Social Welfare payments in the Keadue area following the closure this week of the landmark O’Donnell’s shop. O’Donnell’s shop in Keadue closed its doors to the public on Friday after over 50 years of dedicated service in the North Roscommon village. “O’Donnell’s shop has been a feature of the area since 1964 when Colm O’Donnell and his wife, Una, established it and I want to pay tribute to them both for their many years of dedicated service and excellent customer service. It really was a landmark establishment in the area and it was a day tinged with sadness and emotion. When I called in on Friday there were so many well-wishers and customers calling. “O’Donnell’s shop was also a postal

agency for An Post, where people collected their social welfare payments and there was some confusion initially as to where payments could now be collected. I have been in touch with An Post who has since clarified that when a postal agency closes, the Department of Social Welfare has to nominate a single location where payments can be transferred to and in this case Drumshanbo was selected. However, people collecting their State Pensions and other Social Welfare payments will have to go to Drumshanbo initially but they will then have the option to choose a postal outlet nearer to them such as Ballyfarnon, Arigna or Knockvicar, which will obviously suit people living in the Keadue area better so they can rest assured that they will have that option,” concluded Deputy Murphy.

Pictured is Deputy Eugene Murphy with Colm and Una O’Donnell on the last day of trading in the landmark O’Donnell’s shop in Keadue.

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Castlerea Musical Society to stage ‘Stars in Their Eyes’ Castlerea Musical Society will present ‘Stars in Their Eyes’ on Saturday night, 2nd of September in The Stagger Inn, Castlerea. If you would like to participate, become a superstar or be your favourite idol for a night, then now’s your chance! You can contact Mary on 087-9677439 or any society member for more information.

Would you like to adopt a dog? Roscommon Dog Pound is appealing for anyone interested in adopting a dog from the local dog pound to make contact. There are many dogs looking for loving homes. For further information, contact Samantha on 085-7026562.

Calling all female soccer enthusiasts Bealnamulla LFC are having their registration night for the 2017/2018 season on Wednesday, 2nd of August in the clubhouse in Bealnamulla from 7 pm-9 pm. All new players are welcome to join. We look forward to seeing you there. Any enquiries, please contact us via our Facebook page – Bealnamulla LFC, email pro.blfc@ gmail.com or Alma on 0852791490.

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Free Computer Training Course Irish Rural Link is offering a free computer course called Getting Citizens Online. It is designed for beginners to help you feel comfortable using a computer. It is an introduction to the Internet, shopping online, emails and basic Microsoft Word processing. Fully qualified computer tutors provide the training. The course takes place over 10 hours in the Monksland area. For more information on this free course, please contact John at 086-3064785 or Peggy at 086-7325840.

Blood Transfusion Service in Castlerea Irish Blood Transfusion Service are locating a mobile unit at the Enterprise Hub, Castlerea on Tuesday, 1st of August from 5 pm-8.30 pm. For further information contact Michael, our local voluntary organiser. Alternatively, please visit our website giveblood.ie

Derrane Cemetery Mass Cemetery Sunday takes place in Derrane on Sunday, 30th of July at 6.30 pm. All are welcome.

Longford’s Cruthú Arts Festival 2017 Longford’s Cruthú Arts Festival (July 27th to July 30th) celebrates the wealth of artistic talent in the Midlands region

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A thank you from Irish Wheelchair Association The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) Roscommon branch recently held their Annual Church Gate collection and would like to take this opportunity

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to thank all those who supported our collection and all the volunteers for their time and dedication to the organisation. The funds raised from this collection will go towards the organisation’s services in County Roscommon and enables the IWA to provide the highest level of care to its members and service users year after year.

Roscommon Women’s Network taking a break! Roscommon Women’s Network will be closing from Friday, 28th of July and will remain closed until Monday, 4th of September. RWN charity shop will be closed from Friday, 28th of July until Tuesday, 8th of August.

Traditional music session in Hamrock’s A traditional music session will take place on this Friday night, 28th of July in Hamrock’s Bar, Athleague starting at 10 pm, continuing until late. Musicians, singers, storytellers. etc. – all are welcome on the night. Come along and enjoy the music, song agus craic. There will be a raffle on the night with prizes to be won.

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‘I’ve raised mental health saga at Cabinet’ – Naughten Minister Denis Naughten says he has raised his concerns at Cabinet over ongoing delays surrounding the publication of the review of the Roscommon mental health services. This follows news that the publication of the review is now not expected to be made available to relevant stakeholders until the end of August. “I have raised my concerns directly at Cabinet regarding the ongoing delay in the publication of this report,” stated Minister Naughten. “I am extremely disappointed that it has been subject to a further delay.” Minister Naughten also confirmed that he has raised

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the issue with Minister of State Jim Daly who has responsibility for mental health. “I cannot understand, in light of such delays, why the recommendations included in the report are not circulated to the HSE so that immediate actions are taken to facilitate much-needed improvement in mental health services provided to people within the County Roscommon catchment,” added Minister Naughten. “This review and its recommendation were urgent in spring 2015 and yet, over two years later, local management is still waiting for the recommendations in order to start acting upon them.”

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Karen Grogan, Serena O’Farrell, Pat McDonald, Patrick Meleady, and Bernie Moran, Roscommon Credit Union, pictured with winners of the Roscommon Credit Unions Cash Draw. Pictured were Niamh Miley (€2000); Loretta Hand (€400); Moira Servis (€800); Mary Mullally (€700); Mary Jo Finnegan (€900) and Evelyn Nestor (€300). Missing from photo Colm Cunniffe (€1000), Louis Carroll (€600), and Kathryn Brennan (€500). Picture: Andrew Fox

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12 Roscommon County Council has decided to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified. Road to be closed: N63 from junction with L7126 Ballinagard Road, Roscommon to junction with L70521 Lisnamult, Roscommon. Period of Closure: From 7th August to 11th August 2017 inclusive. Alternative Routes: Northbound traffic take R362 in Athleague and onto the R366 to Roscommon. Southbound traffic shall travel the reverse of this route. Reason for Closures: To install culverts across the N63 in Ballinagard, Roscommon. Eugene Dwyer Head of Roads & Transportation Roscommon County Council Áras an Chontae Roscommon F42 VR98

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Roscommon Women’s Network was announced as one of three winners of the first round of the 2017 Ulster Banks Skills and Opportunities Fund. The community group will receive €12,500 to develop a programme for women who want to start their own business. This initiative will give women the opportunity to build their skills and confidence to help them start, and run, their own business. It will provide a wide range of programmes including networking opportunities, one to one mentoring, training and workshops in the areas of goal setting, planning and finance. Reacting to the announcement, Nora Fahy, Project Coordinator, Roscommon Women’s Network, said: “This funding is really important to our organisation and our community. We are really pleased to be able to expand our programme and to reach and support more women who

PUBLIC NOTICES VARIATION NO. 1 OF THE ROSCOMMON COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN (RCDP) 2014 – 2020 VARIATION NO. 1 OF THE AREA PLANS OF CORTOBER, HODSON BAY/BARRYMORE, STROKESTOWN AND ELPHIN VARIATION NO. 1 OF THE HOUSING STRATEGY

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want to start their own business. “By giving women practical skills through training, workshops and networking, this funding will provide real and long-term benefit to women in Roscommon and surrounding areas.”

Pauline McKiernan, Sustainability Manager at Ulster Bank said: “Providing help for what matters is at the heart of what we do at Ulster Bank. The Skills and Opportunities Fund gives us the opportunity to help community projects make a real impact in their

local areas. We are delighted to be able to support the groups receiving funding this round, and help them make a real difference to the communities they serve.” The other two winners in this year’s first round were Youth Work Ireland, Co.

Monaghan and Southside Partnership, Dublin. More information on the projects being funded and information on how to apply for the next round of funding is available at www.skillsandopportunitiesfund. ulsterbank.com/.

Pictured in Cox’s, Rooskey on Monday night last were Michael McHugh, Natalie McHugh and Charlie Reynolds. See page 37. Picture: Andrew Fox

Lecarrow Benevolent Fund and Lisnamult Group nominated… Pride of Place judging on Wednesday, 9th of August Roscommon County Council announced earlier this year that it is nominating two community projects to the Pride of Place competition 2017. They are Lecarrow Benevolent Fund: Category 8 – Community Reaching Out Initiative, and Lisnamult Residents Association: Category 11 – Urban Neighbourhood. County Roscommon has had good success in the Pride of Place Competition, with previous winners including Trinity Arts Centre and Roscommon Solstice Choir. The competition has a broad focus, emphasising the range of activities undertaken by communities. Pride of Place is an all-island competition organised by Co-Operation Ireland and the Local Authorities All-Island Steering Committee. Pride of Place provides an ideal opportunity for community groups to demonstrate their pride in the achievements of their own local community. Roscommon County Council makes nominations to the All-Island competition. The judging for the 2017 Competition will take place on Wednesday, 9th of August 2017. The Pride of Place judges will conduct a two and a half hour site visit to each community group during which time they will meet with community representatives. The visit will consist of a formal presentation by representatives of the local community highlighting their achievements and the reasons why they deserve a Pride of Place award. The format of the rest

of the visit is up to each individual community but usually includes a short tour of the project/display. Roscommon County Council would like to wish each of the entrants the best of luck in the upcoming judging and would also like to take this opportunity to invite members of the community along on the day of judging to show their support to this very worthwhile community initiative. If you would like any more information on this year’s competition, please contact Jacinta Carlos, Pride of Place Liaison Officer at 090-6637325 or jcarlos@roscommoncoco.ie.

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NewsPeople newsbriefs Castlerea Fire Station update Roscommon Council CEO Eugene Cummins says he can’t re-open Castlerea Fire Station until two vacancies for firefighters are filled. Responding to queries from Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice, aired at Monday’s monthly meeting of Roscommon County Council, Mr. Cummins confirmed that there are two vacancies (recently advertised) for firefighters in Castlerea. “If there are two vacancies that leaves us with seven firefighters in Castlerea retained by Roscommon County Council at the moment” Cllr. Fitzmaurice commented, before asking why the station hasn’t been re-opened. Mr. Cummins said he is not currently in a position to reopen it, adding “Heretofore there were no vacancies and now two vacancies have to be filled.” He added that the station will remain closed until the vacancies are filled as he needs to be satisfied on safety issues.

Fuel Allowance can be paid in lump sum – Murphy Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon/Galway Eugene Murphy has welcomed the announcement that those in receipt of the Fuel Allowance will now be given the option to receive it in two lump sum payments. He said: “Fianna Fáil recenty raised this possibility with the Minister by way of parliamentary question and I welcome the move by the Department to allow the option for the Fuel Allowance to be paid in two lump sums, as opposed to a weekly payment as it is currently. This initiative will help those who wish to buy fuel in bulk, thereby potentially securing discount offers.”

George Ryan and Denis Ryan emerge victorious at the Audi ATHLONE Quattro Cup George Ryan and Denis Ryan beat off stiff competition at the Audi Athlone heat of the Audi quattro Cup. The pair will represent Audi Athlone as they compete against 47 teams at the national final on 13th September at Carton House George Ryan and Denis Ryan were announced as the winners at the prestigious Audi Athlone quattro Cup, held on 20th July at Glasson Hotel & Golf Club. The six highest ranking teams will progress to the national final of the amateur golf tournament, which will be held at Carton House, Co. Kildare on 13th September. The pair swung to victory with a final score of 41 points, finishing ahead of Mike Waldron & Yvonne Waldron with 39 points. A total of 96 golfers in 48 teams took part in the Audi Athlone heat. Regional heats are currently taking place across some of Ireland’s most prestigious

golf courses to determine the national finalists, who will go on to represent Ireland at the World Final in Mexico from the 1st – 5th December. Michael Moore, General Manager, Audi Athlone commented: “As we celebrate the 27th year of the Audi quattro Cup, we at Audi Athlone are delighted to be taking part in the largest amateur golf tournament in the world. The standard of talent and skill has been outstanding and is testament to the calibre of amateur golfers we have in this country. For over two and a half decades, we at Audi have not only championed but also actively promoted amateur golf, encouraging participation and fuelling healthy competition. On behalf of everyone at Audi Athlone, I would like to wish all finalists the best of luck at the national final of the Audi quattro Cup.” For more information, visit https:// audiquattrocup.com/

George Ryan and Denis Ryan beat off stiff competition at the Audi Athlone heat of the Audi quattro Cup.

St Patrick’s Well Annual Mass The annual Mass will take place at St. Patrick’s Well, Oran, Co. Roscommon on Sunday, 6th of August at 10.30 am. Please note change of date. Pictured at the recent Audi Athlone heat of the Audi quattro Cup at the Glasson Hotel & Golf Club.

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Some Carnival highlights… Nathan Carter On Saturday night, 5th of August Ireland’s supestar of country music, Nathan Carter will perform. Carter will be supported by ‘Forceps’ a very popular Belfastbased band at 9 pm in Mattie McDonagh centre.

Talking history! From 12 pm to 1 pm on Friday, 4th of August, Galway Bay FM will be live from outside the courthouse on the Market Square. Valerie Hughes of Galway Bay’s Wagon Wheel Show, will chat to local people about the history of Ballygar carnival, the showbands of the early years and the line-up for this year’s event.

Youth Fest At 6 pm on Friday, 4th of August, Ballygar Youth Club will host the carnival’s first ever ‘Youth Fest.’ This will include Bubble Soccer, Felcro Football, Frisbee Golf and much more. This event will be held in association with Ballygar Carnival and Foróige, Ireland’s leading youth organisation.

Neven Maguire Cookery demo Join super chef Neven Maguire for a special cookery demonstration in the Mattie McDonagh Centre from 8 pm on Carnival opening night (Thursday, 3rd of August). Preceding this, there will be food stalls on display in the centre from 6.30 pm.

History talk On Saturday, 5th of August, there will be a history talk and walk presented by local historian Paul Connolly. Paul is the author of ‘Mount Talbot: A Journey Through the Ages’ and ‘Ballygar and the Surrounding Areas during the Revolutionary Years, 1913-1923’. The talk will take place in the Courthouse, Market Square, Ballygar and after the talk Paul will lead a walk through Aughrane Forest, Ballygar. Paul will present the history on the Denis Henry Kelly estate and he will highlight key sites of historical importance.

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Sunday 6th August

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Friday 4th August

Monday 7th August

Annual Fair Day • Monster Bingo • Carnival Parade Ballygar Truckin’ • Youth Fest • Fancy Dress Talk & Walk • Orienteering Event • Tug-O’-War Sheepdog Demonstration • Murray’s Amusements Sporting Events • Nature Walk & Scavenger Hunt

3rd - 8th August 2017

Lisa on stage! On Thursday night (3rd of August) from 11.30 pm, Lisa McHugh, one of Ireland’s up and coming country and western performers will take to the stage at the Mattie McDonagh Centre. It’s Lisa’s carnival debut and it’s not to be missed!

Meet Marty! On Monday, 7th of August, Marty Mone, singer, performer and songwriter will sing on the street. He will also meet and greet fans throughout the evening. Marty will perform again in concert in the Mattie McDonagh Centre from 11.30 pm.

To close Ballygar carnival on Tuesday night, the ever-popular Carnival Bingo will take place at 8.30 pm in the Mattie McDonagh Centre. There will be up to €5,000 in prizes given out on the night.

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ilands Garden Centre started in business in Mountbellew in May 1993 where they initially rented a premises and subsequently moved to the existing building which they built in 1996.

They have recently built a much larger new shop adjacent to the old one and have extended the garden centre to what is now a much more spacious centre. John and Yvonne along with their children Aisling and Sean are delighted to offer lots and lots of new products to their customers and have a vast selection of gift products etc. They can now offer a much wider selection of gardening products and now have brilliant space for display. John & Yvonne would like to thank all their loyal customers for their support over the years and would like to invite everyone both old and new to call in at some stage on Saturday.

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Calling engineering organisations in Roscommon

Over €4k allocated to Parent and Toddler groups in County Roscommon

Engineers Ireland is calling on engineering organisations in Roscommon to showcase and celebrate their achievements and skill by submitting an entry to the 2017 Engineers Ireland Excellence Awards, held in association with ESB. Now in its 8th year, the Engineers Ireland Excellence Awards are presented annually in recognition of the achievements of engineers who have demonstrated exceptional engineering skills through their work. As well as identifying leaders within the engineering industry, the awards provide an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the invaluable contribution the engineering profession makes to society and applaud the innovation and quality of work produced by engineers both at home and abroad. Categories open for entry include the flagship Engineering Project of the Year, sponsored by Transport Infrastructure Ireland; the Geoscience Ireland Award, sponsored by Geoscience Ireland; the Local Authority Engineering Initiative Award; the Technical Innovation Award and special awards in the fields of Heritage and Conservation and Engineering Education. Nominations are also welcome in the International Engineer of the Year Award. The deadline for entry to the 2017 awards is 12 noon on Monday, 11th of September. A black-tie ceremony to showcase, celebrate and announce the winners will take place in Dublin on Friday, 10th of November 2017. For further information on the Engineers Ireland Excellence Awards and details on how to enter, see: http:// www.engineersireland.ie/awards/excellence-awards. aspx.

Irene Cafferkey, Manager of Roscommon CCC, was delighted with the announcement by the Minister for Childcare and Youth Affairs, Dr. Katerine Zappone that under the National Parent and Toddler Group Initiate Grant 2017, Parent and Toddler groups in County Roscommon were allocated €4,360.47 in funding. The following Parent and Toddler groups were approved grants: Boyle Parents and Toddler Group, Stepping Stones Parent and Toddler Group, High Five Club Parent and Toddler Group, Tippytoes Parent and Toddler Group, Kiltoom Parent and Toddler Group, Sunflowers Parent and Toddler Group, Croghan Parent and Toddlers Group, Rahara Parent and Toddler Group, Frenchpark Parent and Toddler Group. Louise Woods, Childcare Development Officer with Roscommon County Childcare Committee, said: “The important role which parent and toddler groups provide in creating opportunities for children of the same age and their parent/guardians to meet in their local area is acknowledged. It provides children with an opportunity to play independently with other children, while still having the security of their parents/guardians close by. They can be great in building a child’s confidence and providing a stepping stone for children preparing for crèche or preschool.” Roscommon CCC would like to congratulate all the successful Parent and Toddler groups in the county and we looks forward to working closely with them in the coming year. A list of Parent and Toddler groups in Roscommon is available on Roscommon CCC’s website, www. roscommonchildcare.ie

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Co. Roscommon ‘takes a whisk’ and raises €1,500 for Temple Street Bakers in Co. Roscommon turned up the heat this spring and mixed, iced and munched their way to a spectacular €1500 at this year’s Great Irish Bake for Temple Street. People all around the county got on board for the special fundraiser, which was held in April. Now in its 9th year, the Great Irish Bake encourages families, schools and businesses to get together, hold their own bake sale and raise vital funds to help bring hope and healing to sick children and their families in the beloved children’s hospital. Temple Street was delighted to welcome actress and writer Amy Huberman on board this year as Great Irish Bake ambassador, who helped encourage people all over Ireland to get baking for this great cause. A massive 900 bake sales were held nationwide with a total of €210,000 raised. The money raised by Temple Street’s Great Irish Bakers will help buy vital new equipment for the hospital’s theatres, wards and the Intensive Care Unit – which will directly benefit thousands of sick children.

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Local author Noel Hoare’s book on St Comán is acclaimed for separating fact from fiction and his publication has now been positively reviewed in The Irish Times (by Paul Clements, last Saturday). Noel’s methodical fieldwork and archival detection starting from the 5th century with an allowable ‘slip’ into conjecture, gives the reader a very accurate insight into early medieval life and times in Ireland. This acclaimed publication will be of great interest to Roscommon people and our diaspora, many of whom may currently be visiting our shores on vacation. The book, ‘Remembering Saint Comán’, has removed many myths about the origins of Roscommon and through the author’s extensive research we finally have the facts behind the birth of Roscommon in 747AD and the county it has become. The book, with all proceeds going to local charities, is available from the following outlets: Eight ‘Till Late, Roscommon Town; Eason’s, Roscommon; Roscommon Museum; MJ Farrell’s Jewellers, Roscommon; Cormican’s School & Art Supplies, Roscommon and Athlone; Strokestown Park House; The Reading Room, Carrickon-Shannon; Menton’s P.O., Curraghboy, Co. Roscommon; Thomas Street Stores, Dysart, Co. Roscommon; Celtic Roots Studio, Ballinahown, Co. Westmeath; Tattie Hooker, Goff Street, Roscommon; J.J. Harlow’s, Roscommon, and also online from Cruachan Ai Centre, Tulsk, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, and John’s Bookshop, Athlone. The two charities that have been identified by the author to benefit from the proceeds of the book’s sale are Roscommon Rural Men’s Group/Sheds and The Join Our Boys Trust.

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Pictured at the launch of the Along By The River, Discover the River Suck Youtube Channel were Cllr. Orla Leyden, Chairperson of Roscommon County Council, Arnold Donnelly, Inland Fisheries Ireland, Kathy Mulvey, Lynn Naughton, Bill Cassidy, Martina and Michael Hourigan, Mimar Media. Picture: Andrew Fox.

County Roscommon-based author Samantha Robinson is set to publish her fantasy novel called ‘The New World of Spike and Friends’. In this brilliant blend of fiction and reality, Samantha Robinson creates a world that started out as a fiction, but upon receiving visions in her sleep, she felt compelled to write them down too. The result is a product that is both intriguing and amazing to behold. In today’s modern world, she has brought back to life some of the old, forgotten Biblical messages. Enter a world of wonderment with ‘The New World of Spike and Friends’, as every detail of the book is a look into the religious experiences that the saints and mystics of the past would have had. Today, only Samantha Robinson has had these

experiences, and now wants to share them with you. Immerse yourself in this book as you meet the most wonderful and mystical of fictional creatures and travel with portals as you discover new dimensions. The witch Gribble and the Naradons have stolen a disk; this is a key to Earth and other worlds unknown, and spells only danger. On Earth, a small child named Molly and her friend Oley are the only ones able to take a stand. Although Molly is fictional, her experiences and visions that she sees are exactly the same ones that Samantha has received in real life. The visions, dreams and messages are written as they were seen and heard. Samantha Robinson is a true psychic mystic, and has been since child-

hood. She had her first paranormal experience aged seven and since then has had one paranormal experience after another. Since 2013 however, the visions have become more real than ever before. The divine messages come in dreams, visions and also a visitation. She hopes that people will read this book, understand, and more importantly, listen. Samantha Robinson spent her early years in Performing Arts School, as she had a love for dancing, drama, and singing. Since then she has worked in the beauty industry. She now lives in County Roscommon with her husband and children. ‘The New World of Spike and Friends’, published by Austin Macauley, is available to purchase from 31st of July, 2017.

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RosFM to host fundraising car wash  DAN DOONER

The volunteers at RosFM are seeking the public’s support as they prepare to host a fundraising car wash event this Friday and Saturday (28th and 29th) from 10 am to 7 pm at Hannon’s Hotel on the Athlone Road. RosFM is Roscommon’s only community radio station and broadcasts every weekday from 5 pm to 9 pm. Martina Dockery co-presents ‘The Mixed Bag’ music show alongside Robbie Dwyer every Monday evening from 7 pm to 9 pm and she believes the radio station is a valuable addition to Co. Roscommon. “This radio station has a disability ethos which is unique, and part of its remit is to allow for the training and participation of people with special needs. “There is tremendous dedication and loyalty to RosFM among the volunteers at the station and a continued focus and commitment to providing quality radio programmes to support and publicise local events around Roscommon town and county,” she said. Martina says there is a constant focus on recruiting volunteers and that the radio station is a wonderful way to give back to the community. “We like to give back to the community and this is an ideal opportunity each week to be involved in something we enjoy and something that is very much part of the community of Roscommon on a Monday night and throughout the week. To all our loyal listeners and volunteers we say a heartfelt thank you for your continued support,” she concluded. * RosFM broadcasts Monday to Friday from 5 pm to 9 pm on 94.6 FM and www.rosfm.ie. To join the volunteers at Ros FM or for more information, call 0906628161 and 083-8599748 or email rosfmcommunityradio@gmail.com.

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PEOPLE PLATFORM ‘Where are you from?’ asked the man. ‘I’m from Roscommon’ I said. ‘Ye should have won in 1980’ Brendan McHugh Last Sunday morning, I was walking up Westmoreland Street, just south of the River Liffey in Dublin City. I passed O’Sullivan’s pub, swung a quick right down Fleet Street, and another quick right again, and in through the big brown door of the Palace Bar, my favourite watering hole in the city. I sat in booth one, which is crucial, if the afternoon turns busy (and it does!). I was in a pensive mood, the garish light beaming through the tented windows, the clatter of glasses behind the bar, the smell of old mahogany wood, the hustle and bustle of the city outside. I will leave the rest to the fertile imagination. I ordered an Irish whiskey. I’m a heretic, when it comes to having some mountain dew. “One cube of ice please Liam!” I was about to read Joe Brolly’s interview in the Sunday Business Post. It looked pretty long; (maybe I actually needed a drink for this!). I was about to put my spectacles on, and I caught in the corner of my eye an unkempt skinny man, with a whiskey nose, a cigarette-stained moustache, with big round spectacles on him also, with the right lens slightly cracked, and they weren’t sitting on him properly. Our eyes met awkwardly. It felt slightly uncomfortable at first, but he unshyly spoke in a high pitched voice; “Where are you from?” “I’m from Roscommon.” My precise response provoked his thoughts even further. “Ye should have won in 1980 really. That was a great goal by the Jigger Connor, and McManus turned on a halfpenny to put him through! Spillane said that’s the one they should have lost you know.” This man has a fairly lively mind I thought. He was cordial, sharp and witty in fact. I had to scratch my curiosity itch, and we ended up having a pretty erudite discussion on a game that happened 37 years ago. I was amazed at the vividness, and the archive of memory the man had. Luckily for me, I was up to speed, as I had watched all the repeats of All-Ireland finals (when TG4 first came on air

Pictured in Cox’s, Rooskey on Monday night last were Leo Cox, Johnny Reynolds and Noel Diffley. Picture: Andrew Fox

in the mid-1990s). “Brendan go to bed will ya!” Detail after detail, we discussed from when Pat Spillane went down injured (or was he looking for his contacts lens?) and when Michael O’Hehir (simply the best commentator of all time) said “well, I think he’s going to get an Oscar for this one!” to when Mikey Sheehy pegged a goal back. The hair stood on me, as we discussed the ups and down of that final. In the end, it just simply wasn’t to be. It’s 26 years since Roscommon were in an AllIreland semi-final, and it was Meath who put us to the sword (0-15 to 1-11). Memories bring back Derek Duggan (who finished with 1-8) dummying Terry Ferguson and hitting the onion bag with that famous drop goal at the Hill 16 end, (which sailed past Meath goalkeeper Michael McQuillan). Unfortunately, the unflappable Brian Stafford (aka: Staffo!) kept the scoreboard ticking for

Meath. He just couldn’t miss, even if he tried, that day. That evening, the bus landed back to Tommy Cox’s in Rooskey, and what could have, should have and would have, were all discussed. I think in the end, eventually everything in life becomes a good old cliché. Sunday presents an enormous opportunity to get into the last four. Roscommon have no mental baggage. We’re a young team, play the game with no frills, and we have a forward line that can score goals, and guess what, goals win football matches. I asked a good friend once “does winning really matter?” and he said “sure if it didn’t matter why keep the score?” Obviously, the game has changed so much from 1991 (never mind 1980). Mayo are a very experienced team, but troubled by serious self-doubt. They’re likeable in one sense, they keep coming back, but they’re also like a child who has got kicked in the stom-

ach one too many times, disaster prone. It’s like the sky falls in on them, and it’s always irreversible. There is just a banality to them now I feel! I am getting bored! Kevin McStay’s management ability was up for judgement in this year’s championship. If he breaks a 26-year wait and gets Roscommon into an All-Ireland semi-final, he should ask to be buried upside down, so all the critics can kiss his ass. The famous college American basketball coach John Wooden said something in that regard, when he was put under the scalpel. I certainly believe Roscommon can get Mayo down to the anxiety-inducing period of the game (the last 5-10 minutes). After that, it’s up to the players really. It’s what is sometimes called ‘mental belief’. We all sentimentalise in life, and I’m sure that every Roscommon person would like to be sentimentalising in 20 years’ time from now, to a victorious Roscommon win in Croke Park on Sunday 30th of July, 2017 (some trivia: the exact date England won the World Cup 51 years ago). I heard the door shut, and I looked around and seen the fresh froth of my new friend’s pint descending down the inside of his pint glass. He never said goodbye, but maybe I became too self-absorbed in my (Roscommon GAA) thoughts from him, and I was just spaced out, and he got bored. I finished reading Brolly’s interview. It was a tough read, honest, emotional, but somewhat dispiriting on Irish life and GAA (which all have just seemed to have evolved a bit too quickly for Joe, since Derry won the All-Ireland in 1993). Sometimes you have to be very careful who you give the freedom of air too. It’s the observation of human comedy in life that makes us laugh or cry, and I was laughing, trust me, at the absurdity of it all. I looked up, and Liam Aherne looked at me, with that ever-pleasant smile. “Same again Brendan?” “Certainly, the West is awake Liam you know.” “Oh, it certainly is buck! up the Rossies!” * Brendan McHugh (Dublin-based) a proud Rooskey, Roscommon man.

The following letter, written by Rose Morris from Elphin, Co. Roscommon, was published in last weekend’s Sunday Independent as part of the newspaper’s ‘The letter I wish I’d sent’ series. Rose’s letter has been very favourably received in Roscommon, including by Kevin McStay, manager of the Roscommon team, who highlighted it during his address to Club Rossie Business Club members on Sunday evening…

A squad of marauding warriors entered the ‘City of the Tribes’ To Lieutenant General Dermot Earley Sir, this is a progress report on matters west of the Shannon, from the seat of Rory O’Connor, the last High King of Ireland. A squad of marauding warriors entered the ‘City of the Tribes’ on Sunday, 9th of July and at 1400 hours, proceeded to rob and pillage through a band of unsuspecting natives, caught completely off their guard. Yes, the Sons of Medb, the Warrior Queen, were on the rampage again, the wily ‘Sheepstealers’ living up with gusto to their infamous nom de guerre!

There were some lively skirmishes and the odd hand-to-hand combat, but I am pleased to report, Sir, bhí ‘Rith an Rais’ ah Na Rosaithe! The rout complete, they carried their spoils homeward, heroes shoulder high, magnificent banners of primrose and blue unfurled, thus proclaiming their newly found status as Kings of Connacht. This short communiqué is to keep you informed as to the current state of affairs here in the rugged terrain of the West. Since that Sunday, Roscommon, your beloved county and mine, has changed, everywhere there is euphoria – it’s almost like Heaven on Earth! You, Lieutenant General, together with

your illustrious cohort, almost did it in 1980, so dare we hope, that sometime in the years to come, we may follow in the footsteps of Rory and become, once again, High Kings of Ireland? Sin ceist! Please forward this missive to our late great Captain Jamesie and ask the legion of Rossies in your company to keep up the Novenas! I had intended to forward to you, on behalf of the people of Roscommon, our undying gratitude for your monumental contribution to the life of our county, sporting and otherwise, but alas, I just never got around to it. Still…better late than never! R Morris, Co. Roscommon

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August 6th. Pig Racing on the Friday is sure to be a real favourite with the public again, while the colourful parade on the Wednesday (2nd) featuring a gala line-up of bands, performers and special guests, will kick-start the festival in style. There will be live music from some major stars – including Declan Nerney and Michael English – while the 2017 Rose will be selected in Trinity Arts Centre on

Sunday night, August 6th. This is the 29th annual Castlerea Rose Festival in its current format and at the recent launch the committee chairperson John Mulligan paid tribute to all the volunteers who help to make it all happen. Mr. Mulligan has also thanked sponsors for their continued support, financial backing which is vital to the festival. Mr. Mulligan appealed for more volunteers to get involved.

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tival 2017, which runs from Wednesday, 2nd of August to Sunday, 6th of August, promises a wonderful feast of entertainment for the whole family! Amongst the highlights will be the Grand Opening Parade, a performance by Declan Nerney, the big Rose Selection Night – and of course the now famous pig racing which, as Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice noted at Monday’s Council meeting, became a Youtube sensation last year! Here’s the Roscommon People guide to highlights of Festival 2017…

Wednesday, 2nd of August 8 pm: Grand Opening Parade with Buzz Lightyear, Bart Simpson, Shrek, Kermit, Thomas The Tank, Spiderman, Superman, T-Rex, Nemo, Dory and Elephant along with the Castlerea Brass & Reed Band – and Samba Bands. A world of colour and theatre will parade through the streets in a carnival atmosphere to officially

launch the festival. The official opening of the 2017 Castlerea Rose Festival will be performed by C.C.S., triple All-Ireland Basketball champions 2017. Team captains Lisa O’Rourke, Holly Hopkins & Megan Keaveney and their coach Joe Henry will perform the official opening. 9.30 pm: Free open-air music with the Declan Nerney Band.

Thursday, 3rd of August 3 pm: Children’s Window Treasure Hunt starting at Tom Flynn’s Shop. Join in the fun with the annual Window Treasure Hunt. Whoever gathers all the clues the quickest wins! 6.30 pm: Goat Skin Hero’s Bodhran Club in association with Brothers of Charity at McGourty’s Bar. 7 pm: Gaelic For Mothers. Intercounty Blitz in O’Rourke Park Castlerea. Please support, spectators welcome. 7-9 pm: Historical Photo Exhibition in Trinity Arts Centre. On

display will be old photographs from Castlerea area with a Wine & Cheese Reception. 9 pm: Open-air Concert (Fairgreen) with FireWorks display. Music by: Michael English Band.

Friday, 4th of August All day: Golf Classic, Castlerea Golf Club. For more information, contact 087-127 8066. Teams of 4 (any combination). Children’s Story Time with ‘Balloons & Bubbles’. at Castlerea Community Playgroup (Patrick St.). Admission: €2. Join our Rose Fairy Sarah as she opens the magical world of Fairyland where the Pirates, Mermaid and Fairies live. This involves music, singing and actions. The children help with finger puppets and sound effects. Every step of the way is an interactive experience involving lots of fun. There will be three shows throughout the day – 1-2 pm, 2.303.30 pm, 4 pm-5 pm. 8 pm: Live Pig Racing (Patrick St.). BBQ, Food Stalls, Street Entertainers, Face-painting and

Amusements. Great fun for all the family. 8.30 pm: Festival Bingo the O’Rourke Centre. Guaranteed Minimum Payout of €1515. Minimum Jackpot: €1000. Minimum Lotto: €200. Bonus: €50. 9.30 pm: Live Music Sessions with The Blaggards.

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Rose Festival… WHERE! we knew we had to bring it back for 2017. Your little budding baker can create and design their own cupcake with sprinkles, sweeties, chocolate, marshmallows and sparkles. Suitable for all ages); Teddy Bears Picnic, (bring your picnic and favourite teddy or doll and join in the fun & storytelling). 3-5 pm: Funky Kiddies’ Disco with DJ M.K. (The Hub). Fee: €5 per child. Family tickets available. This is the best Funky Disco Party ever with loads of disco games, glowsticks and giveaways. Suitable for all ages. Parental supervision is required at all times. All

proceeds to the Aisling Duggan Memorial Fund. 6.30 pm: Launch of ‘Castlerea. ie TOWN APP’. Castlerea Town Team is delighted to officially launch the Castlerea Town App with app designer Boon Agency. ‘Your personal town guide in the palm of your hand’. Cheese & Sparkling Wine Reception. All welcome (Castlerea Library). 9.30 pm: Live Concert at SuperValu Carpark (direct from Glastonbury) – Rackhouse Pilfer.

Sunday, 6th of August All day: Golf Classic at Castlerea Golf Club. For more information,

contact 087-1278066. Teams of 4 (any combination). 11 am: Fun Swimming Gala at Castlerea Swimming Pool, The Demesne. As well as the usual swimming events there will be a Penny Dive, Belly Flop and other fun events. Open to all ages. Best overall swimmer receives the Dyar Cup. 12 pm: Craft Fair & Food Stalls. Food Stalls, Craft Fair, BBQ, music. All welcome. 2 pm: Family Fun Day at The Hub: Bouncy Castles, Obstacle Course, BBQ, Facepainting, Welly Throwing & Penalty Shoot-out.

2.30 pm: Official Opening of An Chistin by Martin Lydon, Director of Services and Enterprise, Roscommon County Council. 9 pm: Rose of Castlerea Selection Night at Trinity Arts Centre. Come along for a great night’s entertainment to see who will take the title of the 2017 Rose of Castlerea. Compére on the night is Paul Claffey of MWR. Admission: Adults €10, Children €5. See www.castlerearosefestival.com Everyone is invited to the Rose Afterparty in Mulvihill’s Lounge. To find out more, go to www.castlerearosefestival.com

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Pictured at the launch of the Castlerea Rose Festival were Mikey O’Doherty, Susan Gaynor and Fr. John McManus. Picture: Andrew Fox

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The annual Rose Selection Night will be on Sunday, August 6th in the Trinity Arts Centre, Castlerea. Roses will compete for the coveted crown on what promises to be a gala and glamorous social occasion. Compere will be Paul Claffey of Midwest Radio renown. The Selection Night is sponsored by Kearney’s Chemist. Admission is €10 (children €5).

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he official opening of An Chistin will be performed during this year’s upcoming Castlerea Rose Festival. Martin Lydon, Director of Services, Roscommon County Council will officiate at 2.30 pm on Sunday, 6th of August. As part of the Castlerea Festival, a Family Fun Day is being hosted at the Demesne that day and the opening will run parallel with that, with the festival committee and Enterprise Castlerea working closely together. An Chistin is the fabulous new project in the town, i.e. the establishment of a professional training and community kitchen.

As An Chistin prepares to open the public will have an opportunity on Sunday, August 6th to see exactly what’s involved and just how beneficial the enterprise will be to the town. Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice says the project is progressing well and he has paid tribute to all groups, agencies and individuals who have helped, especially Benny O’Connell and colleagues on Enterprise Castlerea, while also acknowledging the great support of Roscommon County Council. When up and running, An Chistin will facilitiate entrepreneurs, serve as a training facility for chefs and the catering industry in general,

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I am honoured to be Chairman for this the 29th year of the Castlerea Rose Festival in its current format. I extend a special welcome to all our visitors and friends who return to Castlerea every year for the Rose Festival. It takes a lot of time, effort and fundraising to run the festival each year and I want to thank the hard-working and dedicated Rose Festival committee and volunteers for all that hard work.

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RTE’s Mike McCartney with Mayo fan Imelda Towey in Ballaghaderreen earlier this week. Pic: Mick McCormack

Roscommon fans will be hoping their team can get one over on their more experienced neighbours this Sunday in Croke Park. Pic: Andrew Fox

Not all quiet on Western front… Tribes and tribulations: PAUL HEALY muses on the ‘special relationship’ between Mayo and Roscommon as two tribes go to er…score  PAUL HEALY

ot really sure what the difference

is between Mayo and Roscommon people…does there have to be a difference? Maybe the intriguing reality is that there’s hardly a difference at all. Fundamentally, I’d say we’re very similar. Except in Roscommon we might traditionally feel a bit inferior to our neighbours. But that’s probably dying out. That was then, not now. And I am not just talking in football terms. Across the board, in politics,

culture, sport, business, we may have felt a bit smaller, a bit less prominent, a bit less important, than our neighbours, but I think we’ve been challenging that, for decades in truth. Of course Mayo is bigger, that’s just the reality. A bigger county, more prosperous, more people, shouldered by the sea. And brimming with ambition, or maybe powered by pragmatism. The Mayos traditionally spread their wings with great aplomb and admirable success. Thus, it has become a cliché to speak of Mayo people rising to great heights in business and public life in our main cities, and in England

and the USA and elsewhere. The Rossies have achieved on these stages too, but traditionally our march has seldom been on quite the same scale as that of the Mayo-ites. It’s much the same on the GAA front. Mayo are seen as bigger and better than us. They have won just one more All-Ireland Senior Football title than Roscommon, but they compete at a higher level more often, have amassed far more provincial crowns too. At least it means we’re usually underdogs. The people? By and large, I’d say we’re much the same, but different!

We are all of the West of Ireland. Mayo is a bigger, more prosperous county, but, like Roscommon, it too has been ravaged by emigration, depopulation, lack of investment, even discrimination. Our people are very, very similar. The Mayo man and the Roscommon man are much the same. The Mayo woman and the Roscommon woman are much the same. Easygoing, laid-back, generally fond of work, moulded by the land and rural life, fiercely proud of where we come from, intelligent, of good humour, salt of our much-loved earth.

Put a Roscommon man and a Mayo man who have never met before together in a bar in Brisbane and they would probably be like long-lost friends after an hour or two. So we’re similar, because we are. We’re a bit different too of course, but I think that, historically, the Roscommon person is a little awed by our neighbours, the Mayo-ites. So we respect (sometimes grudgingly) the relative might of Mayo, but it can inspire us also, nowhere more visibly than in sporting combat. Continued on page 23 –>

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Frank Brandon

What happened to my best-laid plans… The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry – a saying that came to mind this morning as I reflected on the happenings of last weekend and my trip to Sligo that never actually took place. All week I was looking forward to the visit to Markievicz Park and the big match between Galway and Donegal, but all depended on my getting away by 5 pm. As I brought the garden furniture into the shop just before the clock struck five, all was looking good and I could see myself fed, watered and parked up in plenty of time for the seven o’clock throw-in. However, as I made my way back in to get my keys, four people appeared in the front door and somehow I realised that the match might have to take place without me. One couple were obviously tourists and just passing a few short minutes, but the others looked as if they were potential customers – and indeed they were. They were on the lookout for some small items but because their car was already full and they needed the pieces that night, there was nothing for it except for me to offer to deliver. It was only a couple of miles out the road (the wrong one for me of course), but it’s amazing how long even a small de-

livery can take. You have to have the chat, be friendly, and as they are the customers who keep you in a job, be as nice as you can, and so as the minutes flew past I soon realised I might as well forget about Sligo and try to get home in time to see the throw-in. As it happened, extra-time in the CorkMayo match meant the start in Sligo was delayed and I was well settled before the ref threw in the ball. What happened afterwards was quite amazing as the Galway team, who had been hammered by the Rossies only 13 days earlier, found a bit of form and annihilated a Donegal side that was as bad as any I have ever seen from the land of Daniel O’Donnell and Margo. I was critical of the tribesmen and their management after the Connacht final, and while Saturday was an improvement, the full-back line is still an accident waiting to happen. A Donegal side with only Paddy McBrearty playing well should have scored at least two goals. I shudder to think what the Kerry fullforward line of Geaney, O’Donoghue and a revitalised Kieran Donaghy will do to us on Sunday if we still haven’t taken remedial action. Good and all as last Saturday was, it won’t be anywhere near good enough against the might of the Kingdom.

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Fantastic line-up for Open Day at Donamon Castle

Anyway, we had the hoped-for win, and my next plan was to hit for Dalton’s for the big Crumlin fundraiser. However, during the week my old ticker had gone a little bit off kilter so instead I found myself heading off to Galway University Hospital. I took my place in a wedged waiting room that had at least sixty to eighty other unwell people all hoping to be called in to see the triage nurse. Five hours later (which was a very reasonable time) I had all my bits and pieces checked out and after a visit to Supermac’s across from the hospital (which I didn’t tell my heart consultant about), we were on our way home and in the scratcher about 3 am. That opening line came from Scottish poet Robbie Burns, and as all Connacht (or at least three-fifths of it) gets ready to go to Croke Park on Sunday, I might or might not head to the Capital for what promises to be one of the greatest invasions ever by western fans. To give you my predictions, I think the Rossies and Mayo will go to the wire with Roscommon edging it by a point or two, but I cannot see any way Galway can beat Kerry. I hope I’m wrong, but it’s the Kingdom by five points.

Once again Sean Beirne (who is recovering from a major knee operation, so we wish him well –wonder will it slow him down? Doubt it) has asked me to remind ye all about the biggest and the best free day’s entertainment anywhere, taking place once again on the beautiful grounds of Donamon Castle on the bank holiday Sunday, 6th of August, where the musical line-up is just fantastic. The Castlerea Brass & Reed Band, Patsy McCaul, David Keenan, Crazy Corner, Bill Haugh, the Duggan School of Dancing and Jake Carter, young brother of Nathan, and his band will all be on stage. The best thing is to make a day of it and see them all! There will be train rides, pony rides, face-painting, bouncy castles, book and DVD stalls, fun4u entertainment and the usual array of lovely sangers and snacks and, I hope, gorgeous buns along with teas and coffee and all other types of goodies. I love the buns, so keep a couple of the nice currant-y ones for me. At 2 pm there will be a presentation to Fr. Norman Davitt, who will be seventy years a priest on the 15th of August this year, which is a fantastic achievement, so well done Fr. Norm. For a good few years now he has been a familiar figure on the local roads, riding his bicycle or driving his jeep, and he is a credit to the priesthood! To round off the evening, the huge draw (€1,500 first prize, with loads more prizes) is at 6.30 pm. There’s lots more too – I just haven’t room to mention all, but make sure you keep the 6th of August free. It all kicks off with Mass at 12.30 pm sharp. I’ll see you then!

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Brideswell Pattern Festival this weekend Brideswell Pattern Festival takes place on the last weekend every July and this year’s festival will take place between Friday, 28th of July and Sunday, 30th of July and will mark Brideswell Annual Pattern’s 60th year since its re-

vival in 1957. Right through from Friday to Sunday we have an actionpacked schedule of events that once again will leave everyone with fond memories of their visit to the heartland of South Roscommon.

Pictured are Hannah Lennon, Padraig Curley, Katie and Caoimhe Hamrock having fun ahead of the Inaugural Soap Box race that will be held at 4 pm on July 30th at Brideswell Pattern Festival

On Friday, 28th of July, we have the village gathering followed by the cube with MC Frank Forde. The country BBQ will be served by new local business GFG Catering. This is followed by a special Stensons and Stilettos night in the festival marquee – Line Dancing followed by live band ‘The Buckleys’ aka ‘The Groomsmen’. Tickets are €15 for adults, €7.50 for kids and €40 for a family of four and they can be purchased on the door. One of the major highlights of the summer events calendar will take place right here in South Roscommon in the form of the Brideswell Pattern Festival Charity Cycle. This event will take place on Saturday, 29th of July starting with registration at 7.30 am and is being organised in conjunction with Brideswell Pattern Festival. For those of you wondering exactly what this entails it is a brand new charity cycle challenge that will push you to the limit. There are three distances, 120km, 50km and 9km family cycle, in support of Cancer Care West. A walk in association with the local defibrillator group starts at 3 pm from the Festival marquee. At 3 pm we will

Pictured is Hannah Lennon getting ready for the soap box race with Katie and Caoimhe Hamrock in the cockpit.

have a GAA blitz for the local U-8 and U-10 girls teams, followed by refreshments and in the marquee. This will be followed by dancing in the Festival Marquee to Ireland’s iconic country sensation Declan Nerney and his band. Shane Moore and Seamus Moore will perform from 10 pm as a support act so come early to get a good seat. Tickets can be purchased from the door and we are open at 9 pm. Tickets are €15. Sunday, 26th of July will also play host to an action-packed schedule of events starting with the Annual Pattern Mass at 12 noon in the village fol-

lowed by a cake sale in aid of Brideswell National School and Wheel of Fortune. There will also be children’s workshops, entertainment and amusements, and traditional stations and don’t forget at 2.30 pm we will have the inaugural Soap Box Run and the Kids Tractor Run. Due to Roscommon playing in Croke Park, The Gerry O’Malley Memorial Raffle will now take place on Pattern Sunday evening at 9 pm sharp. On Pattern Sunday night Brideswell Pattern Festival committee have organised a special night with Derek Ryan and his band with The Cow-

boy Roadshow as a support act. Doors open at 9.30 pm and we will be dancing from 10 pm. Tickets are only €20 and can be purchased on the door. Outside of the festivities one can relax in the two pubs (O’Connell’s and Hamrock’s) with music in both.

For more information For more information contact us on www. brideswellpatternfestival.com, call Tomas on 086-0876933 email brideswellpf@gmail.com or find the Festival on Facebook.

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MIRIAM KERINS

Why I back automatic drink-driving suspension Last week I applauded grief-stricken families of victims of road traffic accidents as they backed Minister for Transport Shane Ross’s proposal under the Road Traffic Amendment Bill relating to anyone caught over the legal drink-driving limit. And while I’m sympathetic to those living in isolated rural areas (of which I am one, and I like my few drinks), I personally hope this campaign – which will see any fool caught with 50 to 80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood automatically kicked off the road for three months – is successful and that the Bill is passed swiftly and without further nonsense from those who oppose it.

I have never, nor would I ever, drink and drive. You see, when I was a young girl, on a cold, dark December night, on a lonely north Dublin back road five weeks before Christmas, some selfish cretin took the life of my beloved grandfather. This lout was a paralytic, inebriated, out of his mind, belligerent drunk who got behind the wheel of a car and mowed down Denis Kerins, (Pop), a man I loved dearly, leaving me and my father – his son – traumatised and forever crushed by our grief. This menace, this killer…because that’s what he is, made the decision of his own free will to impair his ability to drive, to get behind the wheel of his car and to

use his vehicle as a murder weapon to cruelly, cold-bloodedly annihilate my granddad; and, even as I write readers, anger and sadness still ooze from my every pore. So while I’m no fan of Shane Ross at all, I do feel that at least he’s doing something to save the lives of Irish people. Look, despite increased awareness, the dim and the witless disturbingly continue to drink and drive, with alcohol being a factor in 38 per cent of fatalities on our roads –and I am absolutely gobsmacked as to why some TDs (including a few of our local ones) continue to fail to see sense and oppose this legislation, rather than back it!

I mean, for feck sake, get a clue people, this is a measure that will save precious lives, your own life, my life, the lives of your family, the lives of my family, so what is it that you don’t understand? What is it that hasn’t penetrated your brain? To those TDs who’re so concerned about the impact this disqualification will have on rural life, here’s some advice…stop procrastinating and come up with a solution for us; put in proposals to fix our calamitous drink-driving abuse, lobby to increase Garda numbers and enhance rural transport schemes and stop bleating like a load of bloody sheep.

Have domestic abusers got impaired memories? OJ Simpson was (readers of a certain vintage will remember) accused, tried and acquitted in 1995 of the grisly stabbing to death of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown, and her friend, Ron Goldman. Back in the day, pre-trial, we heard stories of how cops were called ‘eight times’ to the Simpson household and how on one occasion he’d allegedly beaten Nicole so badly (New Year’s Day 1989), she’d needed hospital treatment. This violent incident is alleged to have earned

Simpson 30 days in the slammer and a place on a year-long programme for domestic abusers. I mention the above ‘cause I find it difficult to understand how, given this documented history, the ex-football player/actor could have professed to have “spent a conflict-free life” last week, while advocating to a parole board for his freedom from incarceration on a different offence, this time on ‘multiple robbery charges’ relating to a 2007 incident for which he has spent nine years doing time.

Simpson also told the parole board – who’re clearly naïve individuals or perhaps they’re just idiots – that “no one ever accused me of pulling a weapon on them!” Wow...er, I think they did sunshine – they accused you of this very activity for 11 months between 9th of November 1994 trial jury swearing in; to opening statements on 24th of January 1995, until your acquittal on 3rd of October 1995. Bless, maybe sicko domestic abusers have impaired and fragmented memories?

Nóirín’s jolly holidays as rumpus rages on! As the alleged ‘slush fund cover-up’ concerning the Garda Training College rages on, Commissioner Nóirín O’Sullivan has headed off on her hollibobs – despite the rumpus and the fuss! Okay, she’s entitled to her annual leave, and one could argue if she stayed home and in work would it make a blind bit of difference to the outcome of the ‘fake breath test’ debacle, or indeed, the Policing Authority’s examination of the PAC report’s findings. No, it most certainly wouldn’t, and sure it could simply be a case of poor timing on the Commissioner’s part, a clash of dates so to speak…well, couldn’t it? So I suppose poor, put-upon Nóirín may as well sail off on her carefree jolly holidays and relax and unwind. Mind you folks, if an official report relating to me was produced and it contained such damning accusations, I’ll tell ya, I wouldn’t go swanning off sailing on the S.S. Couldn’t Give a Crap…noooo, I’d stick around, face the music and defend myself to the very last! Wouldn’t you do the same?

Not all quiet on Western front… –> Continued from page 21 Mention the GAA to those Roscommon and Mayo men in Brisbane, or anywhere else, and deeply-held emotions will begin to move within them. Oh yeah, that match on Sunday. “It was always going to be Mayo” Roscommon manager Kevin McStay said wryly when addressing members of Club Rossie’s Business wing on Sunday evening. And though we all flirted with the various permutations and wondered about Cork and Donegal, in our hearts, from the moment the final whistle sounded in the Connacht Final, we sensed the epic derby would present itself. Not alone that, but the two sets of noisy neighbours would have to battle it out in front of the whole nation, on the greatest stage of them all. And so two tribes who have been warring on local soil for decades have been summoned by destiny and a curious audience to put it up to one another in front of everyone and on the most public of platforms. ‘Ballaghaderreen!’ all sections of the media exclaimed within seconds of the confirmation that Roscommon versus Mayo would be an All-Ireland quarterfinal pairing. The first journalists began to arrive in

the border town from Monday morning. Since then an entirely predictable but enjoyable pattern has emerged. Media focus on Ballaghaderreen. Ballaghaderreen is where representatives of the two tribes taunt one another and speak of impending battle all year ‘round, admittedly often over coffee or under the same roof/even in the same bedroom. Anyways, moving on, and we find ourselves on the cusp of what may prove to be something special. Friends, enemies, colleagues, rivals… the same but different, Mayo and Roscommon come together on Sunday – to engage in a high profile battle for bragging rights. We are entitled to expect a hell of a confrontration. It should be like Gladiators in The Colosseum, only with Corporate Boxes and Brolly, O’Rourke, Lyster and co. in that RTE thing-y. It may not shed much light on the differences, such as they may be, between Mayo people and Roscommon people. Truth be told, for all the football rivalry, most supporters of either county would normally be happy to see the other county progress. Just not this year in this match. As for that possible inferiority com-

plex I referred to earlier, like I say, I think it’s probably a thing of the past. Rossies can rule too, like our Mayo friends. We too have built, created, charmed, on the international stage. Both counties, like their western counterparts, have produced the extraordinary from the ordinary. Back with the football, and I can’t resist saying that Mayo have by far the most to lose. We have watched their annual All-Ireland quest with fascination, cheering them on in the various finals they’ve reached, loyalty to ‘The West’ and appreciation of their long quest for a reunion with the Sam Maguire outflanking any more smallminded thoughts we may have been harbouring! Roscommon have time on their side. They are moving up, Mayo, great warriors though they still are, are probably moving down. We can’t be sure when the sides will meet in some levelling off area. But they will. The two tribes are going to footballing war. The battle-hardened Mayo – the big boys – and the exciting pretenders. Two sets of noisy neighbours’ whose fate, on and off the field, is forever entwined. Should be worth a look.

Ballaghaderreen GAA chairman, Dermot Dillon, will have a divided house this Sunday with daughter Sadbh cheering on Roscommon and daughter Serlaith cheering on Mayo. Pic: Mick McCormack

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WeekendPeople SUNDAY GOSPEL REFLECTION What is your new life in Christ worth to you? Do you love His words more than gold and silver, as we sing in today’s Psalm? Would you, like the characters in the Gospel today, sell all that you have in order to possess the kingdom He promises to us? If God were to grant any wish, would you follow Solomon’s example in today’s First Reading – asking not for a long life or riches, but for wisdom to know God’s ways and to desire His will? The background for today’s Gospel, as it has been for the past several weeks, is the rejection of Jesus’ preaching by Israel. The kingdom of heaven has come into their midst, yet many cannot see that Jesus is the fulfillment of God’s promises, a gift of divine compassion given that they – and we, too – might live. We too must ever discover the kingdom anew, to find it as a treasure - a pearl of great price. By comparison with the kingdom, we must count all else as rubbish (see Philippians 3:8). And we must be willing to give up all that we have – all our priorities and plans – in order to gain it. Jesus’ Gospel discloses what Paul, in today’s Epistle, calls the purpose of God’s plan (see Ephesians 1:4). That purpose is that Jesus be the firstborn of many brothers. His words give understanding to the simple, the childlike. As Solomon does today, we must humble ourselves before God, giving ourselves to His service. Let our prayer be for an understanding heart, one that desires only to do His will. We are called to love God, to delight in His law, and to forsake every false way. And we are to conform ourselves daily ever more closely to the image of His Son. If we do this, we can approach His altar as a pleasing sacrifice, confident that all things work for the good – that we whom He has justified, will also one day be glorified. – Scott Hahn Ph.D., www. salvationhistory.com (and courtesy of Sacred Heart Church)

Beneﬁt Night for young Strokestown mother MAIREAD RECEIVING TREATMENT IN ISTANBUL  PAUL HEALY

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is being held this weekend as a campaign to raise funds for potentially life-saving treatment for a young Strokestown mother intensifies. The event will be held in the Silver Eel on Saturday night. Mairead McDermott (33), is the second youngest of seven children of Ronnie and Mary McDermott of Cloonslanor, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. After receiving a devastating cancer diagnosis last August, Mairead began a self-healing programme, opting not to accept palliative chemotherapy from her hospital. Desperate to defeat her illness and live a full life, Mairead, mother of a two-year-old girl, has shown remarkable strength in adversity. Despite some initial positive developments, her cancer has now progressed. In May, Mairead decided to seek treatment in a European Cancer Clinic, where she receives new specialist treatments, including chemotherapy and some “natural methods.” Now her family and friends are desperately trying to raise funds to ensure that the treatment (in Istanbul in Turkey) can continue, and they have received fantastic support from the wider community.

In August 2016 Mairead was diagnosed with Stage 4 Triple Negative Breast Cancer. At the time, she was working as a schoolteacher in Dublin. Following the diagnosis, she returned to her native Strokestown, where she lives with her partner, Paul, and their daughter, Ali (2). Told there was no cure, the young woman was offered ‘palliative chemotherapy.’ However, feeling that this would only prolong her life for a relatively short period, Mairead turned it down, and placed her focus on healing her body through natural methods. Over several months, Mairead concentrated on treating her body “like a temple” – a healing approach that has involved a strict diet, natural supplements, high doses of vitamins, cannabis oil, holistic healing therapies, etc. Initially there were positive outcomes, but in May of this year, CT scans showed signs of significant cancer progression. By now, Mairead had looked into the option of seeking treatment in a European Cancer Clinic. Still confident that she “can make a full recovery,” she wrote in an online blog at the time that she now needed professional medical help and financial assistance. In May, Mairead began an intensive treatment pro-

gramme in Istanbul. She receives treatment for ten days, followed by ten days ‘off.’ There will be five such sessions. The treatment involves a low dose of chemotherapy, complemented with high doses of supporting vitamins and various other natural methods designed to help heal the body. Mairead returned from her third trip to Istanbul yesterday (Wednesday). There are currently two more sessions scheduled in Turkey and the fundraising drive is to help deal with the significant costs involved. Mairead’s sister, Sharon Harrington, who lives in Roscommon Town, is on the Mairead McDermott Fund Committee. Sharon says her sister is responding really well to the treatment. She also pays tribute to the amazing response to the campaign. “People have been incredibly generous. We really want to so sincerely thank the people of Strokestown, Roscommon, Mairead, her partner Paul and their daughter, Ali (on her 2nd birthday). all parts of the county, Longford too.” And Mairead continues to make her family, friends and neighbours so proud. Her sister, Sharon, says: For more information on the Mairead McDermott Fund, please contact Sharon “I’ve never seen her get(086-3143221) or Martina (087-2463221) or Jackie (087-2625568) or Ellieting down. Her attitude has Ann (085-7733549). been amazing, extremely If you would like to help with fundraising, email maireadmcwellness@gmail. positive.” com. The battle, the campaign, To view Mairead’s ‘MaireadMcWellness’ blog, and for more information on the journey continues… the Mairead McDermott Fund, see www.maireadmcwellness.wordpress.com can you help?

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All-Ireland tickets, signed jerseys… This Saturday night (29th of July) a major fundraiser will be held in The Silver Eel, Strokestown (from 8 pm). Music will be provided by Kelesa & The Undercovers. The night will feature a gala auction and raffle, with a range of superb items available. Raffle prizes include two tickets for the All-Ireland Hurling Final, a Smart TV, two nights’ B&B (and an

evening meal) at Westport Coast Hotel, and a Luxury Hamper. The auction items are sure to attract great interest. They include a number of sports’ jerseys which are signed by sporting superstars. Amongst the items up for auction are: two tickets for the All-Ireland Football Final; an Ireland rugby jersey signed by the Ireland squad; A GAA jersey

signed by members of the 2016 All-Ireland winners, Dublin; a signed Manchester United jersey; a signed John Giles (right) jersey; a signed Roscommon GAA jersey, etc. Also for auction will be a Charollais lamb from Frank Gibbons’, Caggle, Strokestown – and a hogget from Pat Regan’s farm, Oran! It promises to be a great night – your support will be greatly appreciated!

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All-Ireland Quarter-Final: Roscommon v Mayo in Croke Park

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There were incredible scenes at Roscommon County Board Headquarters on the Racecourse Road on Tuesday morning as hundreds of people queued to buy tickets for Sunday’s All-Ireland Quarter-Final in Croke Park which has been fixed for 4 pm. Ticket sales in Mayo are also brisk as interest in ths local derby reaches fever pitch. Officials in Croke Park are expecting about 15,000 Mayo fans to travel, with around 10,000 expected from Roscommon. It is expected that a crowd in the region of 50,000 will attend both games on Sunday in Croke Park (Galway play Kerry at 2 pm). Meanwhile, Mayo midfielder Tom Parsons is an injury concern ahead of Sunday’s quarter-final. It emerged that

Parsons has an issue with his hamstring and is now facing a race against time to be fit for the clash with Roscommon. Apart from their influential midfielder, Mayo are believed to have no other major injury concerns. Jason Doherty and Kevin McLoughlin were replaced due to cramp in extra-time against Cork but both are fit and available for selection. Kevin McStay and Stephen Rochford are set to come face to face on the sideline once again this Sunday. The two men have plenty of history as Rochford was a member of the Mayo U-21 team in 1999 that was managed by McStay. Mayo did not have any luck that year as Roscommon won the Connacht title beating Sligo in the final. Stephen Rochford went on to win an All-Ireland club medal with his club Crossmolina in 2001.

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The People … Behind Roscommon GAA The view from the Mayo side

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‘Whoever wins, owns the town!’ BALLAGHADERREEN SET FOR TENSE SUNDAY  DAN DOONER

Dermot Dillon gives Roscommon People reporter Dan Dooner his views on the AllIreland Quarter-Final earlier this week in Ballaghaderreen. Pic: Mick McCormack

Dermot Dillon (Ballaghaderreen GAA Chairman) The story so far… Obviously being beaten by Galway two years in a row was a big kick up the arse for the team. They got through the qualifiers game by game, not setting the world alight but doing enough to get through. You have to credit their strength and conditioning. The strength and conditioning coach is our own Barry Solan from the town and he seems to have them in great shape. I’d be confident they’ll have plenty of legs this Sunday! This Sunday’s game… Obviously Roscommon are a young team, they’re hungry and often with young players you have no fear. They’ll relish the chance to play Mayo and to be back in Croke Park after an absence of a few years. I’d expect Mayo to have a stronger midfield and more physicality, but if Roscommon can get their forwards going that’s their trump card. I think Mayo have a bit more power and are further down the road than Roscommon. The local rivalry… Of course there are lots of connections between families – my own wife is a Lisacul woman so we have two daughters, one is Roscommon and one is Mayo! (Laughs). No there was no pre-agreement, it was just the way it worked out! The two girls made up their own minds; we’ll know Monday morning who has the most sense! The local clubs work together. There are five clubs bordering Ballaghaderreen – Eastern Harps from Sligo, Western Gaels and Éire Óg from Roscommon and Charlestown and Kilmovee from Mayo. We had them in recently for the Brian Tansey Memorial Cup and we had 140 kids up at the pitch and there was a great bit of craic! The quarter-final creates local interest particularly when you have the likes of Seanie McDermott coming up against Andy Moran –two neighbours – it gets a bit of interest going!

Con Moynihan (Mayo) The story so far… Mayo have already had three really tough days out. It just depends what Mayo team shows up, the one thing is they’ll never give up. On Sunday’s game… It’s going to be a tough day out. Mayo will fight to the bitter end as they have done in every game they’ve played this year. It’s going to be a massive, massive occasion. On local rivalry… Living in this town, the rivalry is there. We’re training up there (in Ballaghaderreen GAA) with U-8s and U-6s and you have Mayo jerseys and Roscommon jerseys. You see kids from the same town and they could be cousins and be in different jerseys. That’s the nature of where we are! The likes of James (Kilcoyne) and Mickey my neighbour there, people you’d be slagging off in general and that’s what it is, just great craic. I got a text from a Roscommon supporter at the weekend after the Cork match saying ‘Ah we haven’t a chance!’ I texted back saying ‘You’re a liar!’ The mind games have begun already!

Lucky Mascot! Tadhg Groarke, who was born in Brisbane, Australia 5 months ago will be Supporting the Rossies in Ballaghaderreen on Sunday with mum and dad, Kirby and Sean from Fairymount. Pic: Mick McCormack

It just had to be Mayo. As soon as the Connacht Final celebrations had died down all thoughts moved towards potential All-Ireland quarter-final opponents and our neighbours to the west loomed large. With that in mind, the obvious destination for a ‘Road to Croker’ preview had to be the border town of Ballaghaderreen. Geographically situated in Co. Roscommon but with Mayo footballing blood coursing through half its veins, the town knows all about this very special rivalry and the locals were only too happy to talk about it last Monday night. I arrived slightly early and admired the great lengths local businesses had gone to in order to appear impartial – except for a couple of local hostelries, which flew nothing but green and red! I wasn’t long standing outside the town’s library (which proudly displayed primrose and blue) before I was greeted warmly by a lady in the Square. It was Roscommon goalkeeper Colm Lavin’s mother who had been in town with Colm’s younger brothers for a grad earlier in the day. Doubt there’ll be much green and red in the Lavin house this weekend! One by one the interviewees arrived. Members from rival factions giving each other plenty of space as Mick McCormack captured the coming together. It was all good-humoured, although one sensed a fierce rivalry bubbling close to the surface. Every one of them will be in Croke Park this Sunday but something tells me there won’t be much sharing of Continued on page 29–> cars!

Cheering on the Rossies in Zambia!  DAN DOONER

Con Moynihan will be cheering on Mayo this Sunday against Roscommon. Pic: Mick McCormack

You never know who you might meet in Ballaghaderreen! I happened to bump into Susan Patidar (nee Byrne) on Tuesday evening as she was enjoying a night out with her mother Christine, sister Christina, daughter Anastasia as well as other family and friends. A proud Rossie, Susan was back for a holiday, having emigrated to Zambia in 2000. I started by asking her what brought her to the southern African country.

“I went as a VSO (Voluntary Services Overseas) volunteer so I did two years volunteering. I am an accountant so I’ve always worked in an office. I worked in the main city (Lusaka) for an NGO which was dealing with farmers trying to improve their crops,” she said. So how has Ballaghaderreen changed while Susan’s been away? (Laughs). “I think it’s still the same! Here’s still the same but London (where Susan has also lived) and Dublin have changed a lot but the smaller towns have stayed the same,

which is lovely.” Susan’s sister Christina lives in the UK but she also retains a soft spot for rural Ireland. “Last night we spent the evening in Leitrim village and Drumshanbo because that’s what she (Susan) wanted to see! Rural Ireland is wonderful,” she said. So what did Susan and family think of the All-Ireland Quarter-Final this Sunday? “It’s great, it’s the sort of thing that keeps villages together. We’re all up for Roscommon of course – even the Zambians are up for Roscommon!”

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All-Ireland Quarter-Final: Roscommon v Mayo in Croke Park Roscommon People meets the fans on Road to Croker

The People … Behind Roscommon GAA The view from the Rossie side

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Marty Groarke (Roscommon)

Rivals and neighbours Dermot Dillon, Con Moynihan, Marty Groarke, James Kilcoyne and Michael Beirne pictured in Ballaghaderreen earlier this week. Pic: Mick McCormack Continued on page 29–> It was certainly interesting to hear from both camps. The Rossies waxed lyrical about Mayo’s size and physicality until Aidan O’Shea took on behemoth proportions. The Mayo camp spoke about freshness and pace as if a fountain of youth had been discovered under the old Hyde Park pitch. The fact that both sides engage so openly in this psychological warfare proves beyond all doubt just how much is at stake in Ballaghaderreen this Sunday. As I was told by James Kilcoyne, ‘whoever wins, owns the town’. The Rossies will be hoping that it’s more than just the Local Government Act of 1898 keeping Ballaghaderreen ‘Primrose and Blue’ next Monday morning.

The story so far… I took note of what Kevin McStay said recently: who remembers us beating Cork by however many points last year? No one does. Everyone remembers that Clare knocked us out of the championship though. Michael Beirne, pictured with Dan Dooner, We got our season going with the win over Roscommon People) is looking forward to Cavan. I was really impressed with them supporting Roscommon in Croke Park this against Leitrim, the movement. We saw what Sunday. Pic: Mick McCormack was going to come in Salthill. In Salthill I counted something like 110 kick passes. It was Michael Beirne fantastic. To go to Salthill and blow Galway out the water was phenomenal. (Roscommon) Story so far… McStay has answered his case, he’s brought this team on a long way. It doesn’t matter who’s on the sideline as long as Roscommon do the business!

Best of enemies! Mayo fan Con Moynihan and Roscommon fan Marty Groarke pictured in Ballaghaderreen earlier this week. Pic: Mick McCormack

On Sunday’s game… I see Roscommon giving Mayo a good challenge and hopefully with a young, open team they’ll succeed in beating them. I’ve the tickets bought and I’m apprehensive, but we’re looking forward to Roscommon doing their best. I wouldn’t be negative. As long as they play and do the jersey proud!

James Kilcoyne Snr (Roscommon) The story so far… To beat Galway in Galway by nine points is unbelievable. It was a great win. I’m delighted for Kevin McStay and I’m delighted for the management team and I’m delighted in particular for the players. The players have put in a hard shift over the last 8 or 9 months. We don’t realise what they’re doing. As Kevin McStay said the other evening, that’s their life.

Roscommon goalkeeper Colm Lavin will have grandmother Linda Hanley and younger brother Ciaran Lavin behind him this Sunday in Croke Park. A very dapper Ciaran was celebrating his graduation in Ballaghaderreen earlier this week. Pic: Mick McCormack

On local rivalry… It’s not as bad as it was maybe in the ‘90s when games were a lot tighter. It seems to have quietened down a bit but that could all change on Sunday if Roscommon put the final nail in Mayo’s coffin. Hopefully it does!

On Sunday’s game… Sometimes when Roscommon win a Connacht final you get the feeling that they feel they have enough achieved. I think there’s a different mindset this year, they had their couple of days off and now they’re geared for this. On local rivalry… I’m following Roscommon here since I was a child and I was in the band that used to lead the teams out at MacHale Park. I can remember going over to Castlebar in a truck one time and Roscommon and Mayo were playing. We were killing each other coming back! (Laughs). I would have to say though that it’s not a tense rivalry. You see us all there; we all get on very well! Although this Sunday, whoever wins, owns the town! This is the big one, in the sense that we’re playing Mayo in Croke Park in an All-Ireland Quarter-Final. There’s an awful lot riding on this and myself and the good wife (Brenda) can’t wait!

Ellen Forrest, Felicity Byrne, Olivia Beirne, Eva Sheridan, Christine Byrne, Susan Patidar, Christina Byrne and Anastasia Patidar will be cheering on the Rossies this Sunday. Pic: Mick McCormack

On Sunday’s game… Our biggest test lies ahead this Sunday. I’m hearing a lot about Mayo’s physicality, although we seem to be physical too: we seem to have bullied Galway out of it. Time waits for no-one but Mayo might have one huge game so we’ll have to come out fighting and show the levels of intensity we showed against Galway. One thing I noticed in Galway, it was probably the first time in my lifetime that we won the throw-in and I think we won them in the two halves! If Cian Connolly, Diarmuid Murtagh and Brian Stack hit form, we’re going to rattle Mayo. We’ll ask questions of them! I wouldn’t change one Roscommon player for any of the Mayo players.

Roscommon supporter Marty Groarke gives his views on the All-Ireland Quarter-Final earlier this week in Ballaghaderreen. Pic: Mick McCormack

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All-Ireland Quarter-Final: Roscommon v Mayo in Croke Park Kevin McStay on ... Connacht success…

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We went back training on the Wednesday after the Connacht final. The truth is that we were a bit giddy. That was to be expected. But we got it together quickly a few days after that on the Friday. Training has gone very well since. We’re very happy with it. We had the final trial on Saturday and 33 out of our panel of 36 trained (Ciaran Cafferky, Ultan Harney and Tom Corcoran missing).”

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We’ve gone through a lot of detail from the Connacht final. After the 14th minute, we stopped scoring. We had 1-6 and then hit seven wides in a row. We came out in the second half, got the big boost with Brian Stack’s goal, and then we downed tools again for another 15 or 20 minutes. So we don’t define that as playing great in a Connacht final. We were very strong in the first and last quarter. There was a fair speed wobble in the middle. We won’t get away with that in Croke Park.”

Croke Park…

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The venue is something that I hope will really energise us, that we will get hugely aroused about Croke Park. That has been my personal experience, rather than inhibit you…that you would grow inside the stadium. We have clever young men in this group who I think will handle Sunday very, very well. They know what’s at stake and will feed off what I’m sure will be a really fantastic atmosphere.”

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From my playing experience, I think that all teams tend to improve going to Croke Park after a good Connacht final win. You’re trying your best and you’re very, very competitive, but your confidence grows. Things you might have found a little bit difficult in the earlier rounds, but you’re much fitter now. You’re stronger and you’re more composed. I think that we’ve grown as a group.”

Kevin McStay and Ger Dowd speaking to the media at the recent press night for the All-Ireland Quarter-Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

A special day for me?

Facing Mayo…

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This is the challenge of our lives. Roscommon haven’t won a major championship match in Croke Park in 37 years (August 1980). That’s the enormity of the challenge. We now know that we’re playing Mayo and that obviously adds to the challenge.”

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We expect that we’re going to take a lot of confidence from the Connacht final victory, especially from the margin and the nature of the win. Taking out Galway was a very special day for all of us. They are one of our greatest rivals, as Mayo are, so beating them in the manner we did has been fantastic for the players and the management.”

? Did you know

Paths to the Quarter-Final Roscommon Roscommon 2-23 Leitrim 1-9 (Connacht semi-final) Roscommon 2-15 Galway 0-12 (Connacht final) Mayo Mayo 2-14 Sligo 0-11 (Connacht quarter-final) Galway 0-15 Mayo 1-11 (Connacht semi-final) Mayo 2-21 Derry 1-13 (AET) (Qualifiers – Round 2) Mayo 2-14 Clare 0-13 (Qualifiers – Round 3) Mayo 0-27 Cork 2-20 (AET) (Qualifiers Round 4)

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Kevin McStay’s calm demeanour is always so impressive. The Roscommon manager always comes across as being in control and totally on top of his brief. With one major challenge out of the way (the Connacht final), he is shaping up for another this Sunday against his native Mayo, a county that he played for over many years, winning an All Star award in the process. However, his determination to lead Roscommon to another huge championship win this weekend is unquestioned and he

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was buzzing at the prospect of a quarter-final clash with Mayo on Sunday in Croke Park when he, selector Ger Dowd and some of the players met with the media in the Abbey Hotel. “It’s good to know who we are playing now. We were scouting three teams before last night (Saturday), which was not easy, and I suppose if I am honest, I thought it might be Mayo. It was written in the stars I think! “Mayo’s achievements over the past seven years are phenomenal. You have to take your hat off to them, they are so resilient – and

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that is a trait that I admire in all teams – but Mayo have shown that they are the old dogs for the long road. It is a massive challenge for us. The fact that Mayo came through the qualifiers does not lessen that challenge in any way. “There is a real danger that we could get caught up in who we are playing. We have this week to prepare. As far as I am concerned, this week is about Roscommon. I am totally concentrating on Roscommon and the improvements that we can make from the Connacht final,” he said. Continued on page 31 –>

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All-Ireland Quarter-Final: Roscommon v Mayo in Croke Park Kevin McStay on ... Facing Mayo…

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It would be remiss of any management team if they didn’t do that preparation. But I’m not going to get screwed up about (all) that Mayo bring. They’ll bring certain things and we admire them for that. But we’ll bring our own attributes and that’s what we’ll be concentrating on.”

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We’ll be on the bus to Dublin in a few days’ time. We still have a fair bit of work to do in terms of game management. We still have to figure out the match-ups. If I’m being truthful, Mayo will cause us more headaches in the match-ups department than Donegal or Cork would have because they’re a champion team. It’s a big part of the challenge, but one that’s not impossible by any means.”

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As a Mayo man living in Roscommon, I think that Roscommon do get too worked up about Mayo. It is what it is. You take it on its merits. Roscommon and Mayo matches always matter. The FBD League game in January when we were seven or eight points up at half-time mattered. These are experiences that you bank, and we had a horrible finish to that game. We’ll be reminding the lads of that and of the journey home from Castlebar on the bus after the league game in February. And we’ll be reminding them of the league game in Hyde Park last year when, weather aside, we were just bullied around the place. I think that this is different. We’ll be going in on the back of winning a provincial championship by a decent margin. We haven’t gone into Mayo matches like that of late. Surely that changes the dynamics a little bit.”

Ger Dowd on ... Kevin McStay and Ger Dowd speaking to the media at the recent press night for the All-Ireland Quarter-Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

Yes, if Roscommon win! Continued from page 30 –> Kevin says that the

energy and confidence that the team brought to the Connacht final performance will be required again – and even more so this Sunday. “The currency of championship wins is workrate, energy and enthusiasm. The skill levels will look after themselves at this level of the game. We might be a little deficient in the power and size department and that will be a challenge. We have to figure a way around that and I have no doubt that we will be addressing that in terms of game management. It is not an easy challenge for

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us but we will be giving it everything. “We are where we are in terms of this Mayo match and we certainly won’t be backing off. One thing I can assure you: we intend to enjoy ourselves and give it a hell of a cut!” Despite the fact that Kevin has been living in Roscommon for almost 25 years, it is against his native county that he (and Liam McHale) will be pitting their wits on Sunday. Surely that adds to a special day? “It will be a special day if Roscommon win! Thankfully Liam (McHale) has experience of coaching Mayo when they were in All-Ireland semi-finals and finals

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It’s a big challenge going to Croke Park but I certainly got a taste of it this year. It didn’t work out on the night against Dublin but it was a great occasion to be part of. It will be nice to go back there again and, hopefully, give a better account of ourselves.”

Facing Mayo…

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This group of players have been successful in their own right, coming through from U-16, minor and U-21 level. These guys have won Connacht titles. They’re used to winning. That’s ingrained in their own psyche. I don’t think they’ll have any fear of taking on this Mayo team. We are being realistic. It’s a huge challenge. We know that, but I don’t believe that there’s any hangover from the past.”

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Since the Connacht Final victory, it was written in the stars that Roscommon would end up playing Mayo in the All-Ireland Quarter-Final in Croke Park. There are a lot of sideshows and some very juicy stories associated with this huge championship game, but at the end of the day it boils down to the two teams and the players on the field. They are the only people that matter. There is not much point outlining Roscommon’s championship record against Mayo, especially the record in recent years, as it would lead Roscommon people to doubt whether they should make the journey east at all. In fact, it is 2001 since the ‘Primrose and Blue’ beat their old rivals in the championship and an unbelievable 37 years since Roscommon last won a championship game at headquarters. However, the beauty of championship football is that every year turns another page and every game takes on a life of its own. This year Roscommon confounded even their most loyal fans with a thrilling, energy-laden, decisive nine-point win in the Connacht Final against a Galway team that has since put 4-17 on Donegal. Most of us who have been going to Roscommon games for many years cannot recall many better wins and suddenly this young Roscommon team is being looked upon in a far different light than they had been a month ago. The question many Roscommon fans are now asking is: If we can beat Galway, why not Mayo as well? However, despite the view that this Mayo team might be slipping after seven years at the top, I am not convinced. The experience that they have accrued over the years is standing to them and their resilience, will to win and class is pulling them through game after game. Preparation Kevin McStay will once again preside over meticulous preparation. In preparation for the Connacht Final he and his selectors spent almost 14 hours deciding on the match-ups for the game. They got that right and I expect that they will spend an equally long time on that task in preparation for Mayo. There will be a specific game plan, of that you can be sure. Roscommon will have a special problem dealing with Aidan

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O’Shea. He is playing the best football of his career and is almost unmarkable, such is his prowess physically. Maybe the tactic will be to try to keep the ball away from him but a plan will be in place. I wonder who will be given the unenviable task of marking him? I am not worried about the midfield battle. Galway were expected to dominate Roscommon in the Connacht Final and we saw what happened in that game. Again, the kick-out strategy will be crucial. Colm Lavin was spot-on in the Connacht Final and he will have to do the same against Mayo. Enda Smith can shine once again and Tadgh O’Rourke will have to step up again, as he did in Salthill. I do not share the opinion that the Mayo attack is weak. They scored 0-27 last weekend and Cillian O’Connor, Diarmuid

Roscommon will need another all-action display from Enda Smith in Sunday’s All-Ireland Quarter-Final against Mayo in Croke Park. Pic: Andrew Fox

O’Connor and Andy Moran are all playing really well, with Jason Doherty and Colm Loftus very effective subs. The Roscommon defence will have to be on their toes and they must guard against giving away any soft frees within 45/50 metres, as Cillian O’Connor will punish them every time. Roscommon’s big hope lies further up the field. Cork (and Derry) showed in recent games that there is a weakness in the Mayo defence and in the full-back line in particular. When Cork ran at Mayo last Saturday they were in trouble and the Rebels could have had at least two more goals. If the Roscommon attack can get enough ball they can make the Mayo defence pay. It was very interesting to hear Kevin McStay say on Sunday last that, having looked at the game very closely, he did not feel Roscommon played that well in the Connacht final. They played well and scored heavily in the first 15 minutes and in the final 15 minutes, but as he said himself, they “downed tools” in between. If they do that on Sunday, Mayo will take advantage. It will take a 70-minute performance from Roscommon for them to have any chance. Good start important The Connacht champions need to get a grip around the middle of the field and they must make a good start. If Mayo go five or six points up it is unlikely that they will be beaten. We will not know until the game reaches the second half whether the extratime that Mayo have had to play in two of their recent games has taken a toll on their legs. Mayo have the decided edge in terms of experience, ring craft and know-how, and they have been on the big stage so many times before that it will not phase them one bit. They will also be supremely confident of taking out Roscommon. But it is time for new stars and a new era. We saw a glimpse of it in Pearse Stadium a few weeks ago. If this young Roscommon team can bring the same intensity and energy to the table as we saw in Salthill, and if we can get enough ball into Diarmuid Murtagh and company, then Roscommon can announce themselves on the national stage with another win against the odds. To beat Galway and Mayo in the same year would be a huge achievement. To beat Mayo in Croke Park would be one of the best championship wins in decades. Mayo are favourites and deservedly so too. But these young Roscommon players have no fear and are a very ambitious lot. It would be a surprise were Roscommon to win, but not the shock of the year. If Kevin McStay’s men are in the game with ten minutes to go they can go all the way and win it. What a day that would be. Match odds: Mayo 4/11 v Roscommon 11/4; Draw 8/1. Prediction: Roscommon.

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We’re going with hope. We went over for the Connacht Final very worried too and look what happened. On any given day it’s fifteen against fifteen and we have very good forwards! I’d just be afraid of Mayo; they’re more experienced and longer on the road.” Thomas Murray

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The first ten or fifteen minutes will be crucial, it’s a big occasion and we haven’t had the experience of All-Ireland Quarter-Finals in the last number of years. I just hope the occasion doesn’t get to Roscommon in the first ten minutes – if they can stick that out they’ll be there or thereabouts.”

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John Murray

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I’d be very confident. I think Roscommon are the fastest team of the whole bunch and they’ve been coming for a few years now. Mayo are overdue a beating in the championship from us!” Tommy Fallon

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Roscommon are young but they’re very experienced and have played in All-Irelands at U-21 and Minor. If (Enda) Smith produces what he produced in Galway, we’re on the way!”

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John Caulﬁeld

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If Roscommon play as good as they did in Salthill, they’ll be there or thereabouts. We’ve seen the Mayo backs in a couple of games and they’re dodgy.” David Kilduff, Eileen Fallon and John Caulfield pictured in Murray’s, Knockcroghery. Picture: Andrew Fox

David O’Connor

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I think this year it’s a little bit different though because Mayo have come through a tough campaign. I think the weather might play a big part on Sunday. I was looking at the forecast and it’s promised bad for Sunday. (Large intake of breath among Roscommon fans present.) I think if Roscommon were to give Mayo a good game it would be by moving the ball quickly, using their running game and avoiding the diamond and physicality in the middle.”

Maggie Fitzgerald, Tomás Murray and Mary Mannion pictured in Murray’s, Knockcroghery. Picture: Andrew Fox

David Kilduff

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It’ll be a tight game, very tight. I still expect Roscommon to win by a point or two though! They have to win the battle in the midfield and in the forward line.”

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Galway view Maggie Fitzgerald

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For anybody who’s tuned into social media today (Tuesday) and taking a look at the crowds outside the County Board offices, there’s a two and a half hour queue for tickets. With the help of God come the semi-final, we’ll have two ticket machines in operation. (Huge laughter around the room).”

For the kids around the west to go to Croke Park it’s brilliant and it gives everyone a lift. Hopefully we’ll have two teams in the semi-finals.”

On Sunday’s game ... Eithne and John Murray with the ball from the 1944 All-Ireland Final. Picture: Andrew Fox

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We have been beaten in a Connacht Final before and came in the backdoor and won the All-Ireland! If you get the breaks…but against Kerry you’re asking a lot!”

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Murray’s Bar in Knockcroghery needs no introduction. It’s arguably the spiritual home of Roscommon football outside of Dr. Hyde Park. Glorious Primrose and Blue moments almost drip off the walls: this is Jimmy Murray’s place. The All-Ireland winning captain of ’43 and ’44 would almost certainly have approved of the footballing chat on Tuesday night. He may even have allowed himself a wry smile upon hearing talk of successful youngsters making a breakthrough in Roscommon colours. The game is a huge part of life in these parts and Jimmy’s son John was only too happy to host our gettogether. Local fans were only too happy to take part too and we were inundated with football people looking to have their say on this Sunday’s big day out in Croke Park.

There was great craic between the Roscommon contingent, the Mayo duo and a Tribeswoman – a Donegal fan even wandered in at one point! The Mayo women spoke of experience – both good and bad – while the Rossies looked forward to seeing what their young team could muster on the big stage. The Galway support remained optimistic albeit quietly so ahead of a tough tussle with the Kingdom. At one point I found myself surrounded by the Mayo contingent and my suggestion that Roscommon play in their ‘away’ strip to spook a Mayo side that has had problems against teams in blue didn’t exactly help my plight. Thankfully, the Mayo fans are so used to the Dubs at this stage I was allowed to leave in one piece! If editorial deadlines didn’t exist it would have been easy to sit there all night listening to insightful opinion and analysis. Alas, we had to leave the historic surrounds of Murray’s and head back to town as the key battles were discussed across the tables in the back lounge.

Roscommon view In general… Tommy Fallon

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We were there when they lost before, I’m looking at it since 1959, and we’ve lost more games than we’ve won. We’ll be there to support them whether they win, lose or draw. Kevin McStay is genuine. He is a real GAA man and he’s been in the county for over 20 years. You support the team win, lose or draw and no matter what happens we’ll support this team.” David O’Connor

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Everyone’s going in the one direction, hopefully we’ll raise a few pound on the back of this now to sort out the financial situation and get our infrastructure projects in place. Then they’re on the right track. We punch well above our weight at underage level and (in) the club scene so I think the future looks bright.”

Mayo view Mary Mannion Plenty of experience and I don’t see any problem, they’ll wipe the floor with Roscommon on Sunday! Two goals at least (to boos around Murray’s!).” Margaret Grimes If Mayo are in the lead towards the end they’re inclined to sit back and that’s where Roscommon could motor ahead. I reckon tiredness in the second half could be a factor for Mayo. I just feel that it could be Roscommon’s day.”

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On the Croker factor… Mary Mannion It’s every Mayo fan’s dream to lift the Sam Maguire and hopefully this Sunday will be another stepping stone to that. We’ve a lot of experience of being on the losing side at Croke Park and it’s been a difficult year so far.” Margaret Grimes It’s going to be a great day with a fantastic atmosphere. It’s great that the three teams are there in July and that there will still be someone there after Sunday.”

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Enda Smith v Aidan O’Shea Enda Smith put in a phenomenal performance in the middle sector against Galway. He covered more ground than anyone else on the pitch and started many attacks after winning kick-outs. He faces an even greater challenge in Croke Park this Sunday against a formidable Mayo midfield and with Aidan O’Shea working as a ‘third’ midfielder. O’Shea seems to be back to his best, peforming brilliantly in the qualifiers and getting on the scoresheet in all three games. If Enda Smith can win this battle it would do Roscommon’s chances the world of good. Niall McInerney v Cillian O’Connor Niall McInerney looked comfortable marking Damien Comer in the Connacht final. He will more than likely be given the job of marking Mayo’s talisman, Cillian O’Connor, on Sunday. O’Connor has been one of the most consistent forwards in the country since bursting onto the scene in 2011. He proved last

Saturday in Limerick that he is one of the best forwards in the game, nailing pressure frees and scoring 0-6 from play. McInerney has shown that marking some of the best forwards in the country doesn’t faze him and he has been one of Roscommon’s most consistent performers this year. If he can limit O’Connor’s influence from open play, Roscommon will feel that they have dealt with Mayo’s main threat up front. Diarmuid Murtagh v Ger Cafferkey Ger Cafferkey picked up Cork forward Donnacha O’Connor last Saturday and looked very suspect at times, especially in the first half. Murtagh will certainly fancy his chances after proving against Leitrim and Galway that he is back to his scintillating best. He has the potential to become one of the best forwards in the country; it’s just about showing it on the big stage and getting the recognition he deserves nationally. If he can produce moments of magic like the pass he gave into Cian Connolly for Roscommon’s first goal in the Connacht final, Roscommon will cause Mayo’s back line major problems.

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I met Kevin McStay in Cox’s Steakhouse in Dromod in February of 2016 and he said judge us in 18 months’ time. I always said that to anyone I was talking to since and here we are now.” Charlie Reynolds

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I don’t think we are getting carried away. We have speed and fitness and good forwards and that counts for a lot.”

Noel Difﬂey It’s time we won a game in Croke Park. It’s 1980 since we won and I was at it and so were a few here and it is time that we had another win. Seamus Nugent is the oldest man here and he remembers it too but soon we won’t be able to remember it if it goes on much longer” (laughs).

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The People … Behind Roscommon GAA On Roscommon v Mayo ... Charlie Reynolds Roscommon didn’t win a championship game in Croke Park in 37 years. It was 37 years between 1943 and 1980 and now 37 years later it’s time we won again. I’m looking at what Mayo have beaten so far ‘ Sligo, Derry, Clare and Cork – and they have been lucky. I would have no fear on Sunday but the first 10 minutes will be vital and if we get into the game I would have great confidence.” Natalie McHugh

“ “ Pictured in Cox’s, Rooskey on Monday night last were Michael and Daniel Duffy. Picture: Andrew Fox

Pictured in Cox’s, Rooskey on Monday night last were John McGlynn, Peter Diffley and Barry Kelly. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Even with the passing of time it is still a real pleasure to go into Tommy Cox’s in Rooskey. Years ago, in a different time, we used to travel to Rooskey on a regular basis for the craic, and especially coming up to Roscommon v Leitrim Connacht Championship matches.

It is difficult to describe here the extent of the fun we had in those days. The slagging, the jokes, the stories, the songs and the characters will remain with those of us lucky enough to have been a part of it. But as we know, times have changed and we live in a different era. Many of the great local pubs that we used to enjoy are now gone

On Roscommon v Mayo ... Seamus Nugent I think that Kevin McStay was right to name the team a week before the game. It will keep them thinking and he will have his homework done.”

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– but thankfully Tommy Cox’s in Rooskey is still there. It might not be as busy as it used to be, but there is still a great buzz in the place in the run-up to a big Roscommon game. On Monday night, Tommy was there himself – in great form – and looking forward to the big game on Sunday. Charlie Reynolds is still there too, as are Noel Diffley, Leo Cox, Johnny Reynolds, Michael Duffy and Michael McHugh, to name just a few. Seamus Nugent is the chairperson of Kilglass Gaels and he came in too, adding his wisdom to the conversation. Also present

was Natalie McHugh, the captain of Roscommon’s ladies football team. The conversation was serious at times but it was never far away from a joke, a story or a good laugh. There are many great GAA people in Roscommon and there are plenty of them in this neck of the woods. In common with people all over the county, the folks in Rooskey are energised and excited after the thrilling Connacht final win and performance. It has lifted the county. The most positive thing is that, regardless of how Sunday’s game goes, Ros-

common GAA people now have a team that they believe in and a team that they see going places in the next few years. Having spent a couple of very enjoyable hours in Rooskey on Monday night I have a feeling that our championship summer is not over yet. The last word to Tommy Cox himself: “It’s about time we beat Mayo in the championship. We haven’t won a championship game in Croke Park for 37 years – why not this Sunday?” Why not indeed. Keep a seat Tommy, we might be back in a few weeks’ time!

Charlie Reynolds

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We have to watch out for fouling on Sunday. Cillian O’Connor is a great free-taker and he will punish us if we give frees away.”

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After the performances against Leitrim and Galway Roscommon should have no fear at all. I don’t think that Roscommon should fear Mayo. They (Mayo) have been a great team over the years and should have probably won an All-Ireland. The Roscommon forwards are the key. If they play well Roscommon can win it.” Michael Duffy

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I was at seven league games and four FBD games and I thought Roscommon were very poor. But when I went to the Roscommon/Leitrim game Roscommon were so fit and fast that day. I was certain that if we played like that against Galway we could win the Connacht final and we were even better in that match. Every Roscommon player played well that day. We had a great weekend.” Noel Difﬂey

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I think that we will beat Mayo by four or five points on Sunday. We are not afraid of Mayo any more. We are going up to Croke Park for the past 30 years and more in the championship, but we have a great chance of beating them this year. It would be great to beat Galway and Mayo in the championship in the one year and we have the team to do it this time.” Tommy Cox

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I don’t think that Galway will beat Kerry. My friends in Dromod tell me that Galway had an off-day against Roscommon in the Connacht final (laughs). Sean Armstrong said the same thing over the past few days too.”

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The Mayo forwards are better than a lot of people say and they scored 27 points on Saturday evening. We have to remember that.”

Seamus Nugent They said that Roscommon would not be able to match Galway in the middle of the field. We were told we would be cleaned out there. Who cleaned who? I think we will try to punch the ball away from Aidan O’Shea. If we run at them we will be in with a huge chance. I think that Mayo are slipping.”

Charlie Reynolds

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I just hope Roscommon don’t collapse when they see the Green and Red jersey.”

Seamus Nugent The Murtaghs and a lot of them young Roscommon lads are not afraid of Mayo. They have beaten them several times at underage level so that won’t be a factor.”

Micheal McHugh

Leo Cox I do think that Roscommon will win. If the game was played last Sunday it might be different but I think that the 20 minutes’ extra-time that we saw in the Mayo v Cork game will tell and Mayo were out on their feet at the end of that game. They were lucky to get away with a win actually. Roscommon are super-fit.”

Johnny Reynolds

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Mayo have a lot of miles on the clock at this stage. The extra-time against Derry and Cork has to be taking its toll on the team so we will be hoping that if we run hard at them we could be in business. I went to see Roscommon a few months ago when they played Sligo in Strokestown and that was the day I noticed that Roscommon were getting into shape and were going as hard at the end of the game as they were at the start. They are very fit and I’m not surprised that they are going well.”

Pictured in Cox’s, Rooskey on Monday night last were Seamus Nugent, Tommy Cox and Michael Duffy. Picture: Andrew Fox

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One of the busiest men in Roscommon GAA this week – off the field, that is – will be PRO Hugh Lynn. As the matches get bigger, the demands from the media and others grow. So what will this week be like for the Éire Óg man? “It will be busy but hopefully not too busy. Kevin and the

selectors are announcing the team tonight (Sunday) so we have to make sure that’s sent out and dealt with. I am the only point of contact between the media and Roscommon GAA this week so anyone that wants to speak to any players of members of the team management, they have to go through me. “I will be speaking to about eight national newspapers firstly

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Roscommon Gaels man Cian Connolly lit up the Connacht final with a sensational goal in what was a top class display. In common with many of the Roscommon players and management, he was not surprised by the Connacht final win, thanks to the huge sense of self-belief within the group.

Speaking to People Sport at the Roscommon GAA media event last Sunday, he said: “Outside the camp the expectations ahead of the Connacht final were low, but inside the camp we had a great sense that we were going to win. We put in a huge effort from the end of the league and we knew that if we got the performance right on the day we would have a great chance and that’s what

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happened. It was a result of a lot of hard work from everyone in the backroom team and among the players as well. “The amount of selfbelief among everyone involved in this group is super, to be honest. There is no point going into a game hoping to win or saying that you might win. That’s not any good, you have to have total belief and it is a very positive way to approach the matches – and this one is the same.” While winning the Connacht title was a wonderful achievement, Cian says all eyes quickly turned to the All-Ireland series. “It was great to win the Connacht final but after a few days that was put behind us and we have been looking ahead since to the All-Ireland series. Now we know we are playing Mayo, but to be

honest, it doesn’t really matter who you are playing at this stage because all the teams are good at the knockout stages. We will be putting in another big shift on Sunday and hopefully that pays off again. Everyone is looking forward to it,” he said. Who better to meet at the quarter-final stage in Croke Park than neighbours Mayo? Cian says there may be history, but at this stage it really doesn’t matter who’s at the opposite end of the pitch. “Obviously with Mayo there is a lot of history between the teams over the years and the fact that they are neighbours and that. It probably adds a bit to it for the lads who have been on the team a little longer but at the end of the day, it is a knockout championship game and it doesn’t really

matter who we are playing. “We will be focussing on our own performance this week to a large degree. We will have a game plan for the game and hopefully we can go out and perform the way we did in our two championship games so far.” Roscommon will be hoping for improved fortunes at HQ but Cian and his teammates are exactly where they want to be right now. “Any time that you get a chance to play in Croke Park is a really big day. The last day I played there it did not go to plan but we have worked so hard since and hopefully the weather will be good and to play there in a big championship game at this time of the year is what everyone dreams of,” he concluded.

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ROSCOMMON DRIVING SCHOOL Connacht final goal hero Cian Connolly is looking forward to Sunday’s game in Croke Park. Pic: Andrew Fox

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John McManus says Roscommon will have no fear of Mayo this Sunday in Croke Park. Pic: Andrew Fox

“I will travel up with the team on the day and I will be the liaison between the team and the media and (will be responsible for) any announcements that have to be made on the day. There will be pre-match interviews for TV and radio. I also supply material for the match programmes. It’s very busy but I love it to be honest and it is exciting to be involved,” he concluded.

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this week. I will be talking to RTE four or five times as well. They are covering the game so I will have to give them background information on players and other stuff. The national radio stations will be on to me as well. The busier I am the happier I am to be honest,” he said. While Hugh will be busy in the build-up to the game, his work continues on match day.

John McManus has been part of successful Roscommon teams at underage level and believes that that experience will mean that Mayo will hold no fear for the Rossies this Sunday. “The record of Roscommon teams against Mayo over the years does not really matter to me or the lads, to be honest. Personally I have played Mayo twice in the championship and I have won twice. I know that it was at underage level, but you have that in your mind and it comes through even at senior level. It is not an issue with me or any of the lads that we have an

inferiority complex about Mayo or anything like that. It’s just not an issue,” he said. John says the self-confidence among the Roscommon players is high following the hugely impressive win against Galway in the Connacht final. “We are going into this match in almost the same way as the Connacht final. We will be outsiders and we had to develop self-confidence before the Connacht final within the group but it was done ‘in camp’ and we were confident going into that game that we would win it. I am definitely going into this Mayo game in the same frame of mind as the Connacht final,” he said.

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One of Roscommon’s most consistent players over the past few seasons has been defender Niall McInerney. The St. Brigid’s man has become a mainstay of the Roscommon team and says that while there was understandable euphoria after the Connacht final win, there is a lot for Roscommon to improve upon. “It was a great win but as Kevin (McStay) says, some parts of our display were not that great to be honest. We played well for the first 15 minutes and the last 15 minutes but in the middle part of the game we were not as sharp as we would have liked to have been, so we have plenty to be working on ahead of Sunday’s game. “It was probably good that we didn’t know who we were playing until the weekend as we could concentrate on our own game. It was always going to be Mayo really and we have played them a number of times and know that they are a great team and they have been great Connacht champions over the years so it’s a massive challenge for us,” he said. Niall also highlighted another advantage of the new pitch at Dr. Hyde Park. “We are lucky that we can train on the pitch at Hyde Park which is of an equal standard to Croke Park so the pitch will not be a

factor, I think. Look back at the match in Salthill – there was a massive Roscommon following there and that gave us a huge lift so I don’t think playing in Croke Park will be a massive factor anyway.”

As for Sunday’s opponents, Niall believes this is an opportunity to put one over on yet another Connacht rival. “The main difference between Mayo and ourselves is experience. They have been knocking

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around for a number of years and that’s where we are trying to get to and we have to be able to beat Mayo and Galway if we want to progress. It is a great chance for us and I can’t wait for it,” he concluded.

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“There is as much hype down here in Mayo about this game as if we were going up to play Kerry or Dublin in an All-Ireland final. It is brilliant, to be honest. “Mayo will certainly have the edge in terms of experience. Someone was telling me that Mayo have played 26 times in Croke Park in the past seven years and you cannot buy that kind of experience. “Roscommon have only played in Croke Park a few times and they have a young team so it is a big ask for them. I was at the Connacht final and they played some mighty football and thoroughly deserved to win. I was thrilled for Kevin McStay that Roscommon did so well and it was great to see the underdog winning in such style. “Over the past few years the Mayo attack has come in for a lot of criticism but they have

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been excellent in the last two games. Against Cork they scored 0-27 and 0-23 came from play, which is a fantastic return. I thought the attack was tremendous in our last three games actually, but now there are question marks over the defence and they looked vulnerable when Cork ran at them last weekend. The management took off a number of the defenders last Saturday, which was strange. Lee Keegan got a black card, which was another blow. I don’t know whether they thought the game was over or not but they were dicing with death if that was the case. Mayo have to get the balance right between defence and attack this weekend. “I have to say that the performance of Aidan O’Shea in the past three games has been key for Mayo. His contribution has been immense and he has been the heartbeat of the Mayo team in the qualifiers so far. I cannot wait to see what strategy Kevin McStay and Liam McHale have to deal with O’Shea on Sunday because he is a human wrecking ball and is playing with such consistency now. “Mayo will have to deal with Enda Smith

too. I thought his performance against Galway was one of the performances of the year and they will have to mark him very tightly. Make no mistake, Mayo will be taking Roscommon very seriously. They have some very classy attacking players like Conor Devaney, the Murtaghs and Fintan Cregg, to name a few. They are coming to Dublin with silverware in their back pockets and they will be reminding the Mayo men of that too, you can be sure. They will not lack for confidence and with Kevin McStay and Liam McHale directing operations on the line for Roscommon, it promises to be a great clash. “Looking at the game overall, if Mayo can sort out the problems that we saw in defence against Cork last week, the experience and the resilience that they have accumulated over the years should stand to them. I am expecting a cracking game and a brilliant atmosphere and hopefully Mayo can win it by a few points.” (John Casey was in conversation with Seamus Duke)

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Exciting line-up for 2017 O’Carolan Harp Festival he O’Carolan Harp Festival, based in Keadue, Co. Roscommon, is held to commemorate the harpist and composer Turlough O’Carolan, whose music is played and appreciated nationally and internationally. The annual event is now one of the

leading Harp and Traditional Music Festivals in Ireland. It attracts harpers from Ireland and overseas who attend the Harp School classes and compete in the International Harp competitions. Newly-elected Minister of State Sean

Kyne will officially open this year’s event on Sunday, August 6th (3.30 pm), whilst the parade will be led by the Raheen Pipe Band. The parade commences at 3 pm. 2.30 pm: Opening of Crafts, Foods & Arts Displays in O’Carolan Heritage Park.

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New Concert A new concert on Saturday night for the 2017 programme features a mix of Irish Harp playing with the infusions of more traditional music instruments. Co-ordinating the sound and theme for the night is Keadue native and local music teacher Mossie Martin, on fiddle. Mossie will be joined by Fionnuala Maxwell, Sean Carroll and Bryan Ryan. Harpers from the Keadue Harpers will be on stage too from 9 pm in St. Ronan’s Hall.

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mong the attractions at the O’Carolan Harp Festival in Keadue will be the many Craft Exhibitions and demonstrations which will take place on Sunday, 6th of August, 2017. The craft demonstrations have become very popular over the years where visitors to the Festival can see for themselves the skills involved in

Some highlights this year The keynote concert features Cherish The Ladies, fresh from their base in the USA. They are led by whistle and flute player extraordinaire Joanie Madden, who was born to Irish parents in The Bronx, New York. In 1984, she became the first American to win the senior All-Ireland championship on the tin whistle. Since 1985, she has been the central force behind Cherish the Ladies, driving them to international acclaim. The all-female band are looking forward to coming to Keadue for some time and seats are going fast for this event on Sunday night, 6th of August at 9 pm.

wood turning, pottery making, etc. The craft exhibitors will also be only too willing to explain the amount of work involved in producing their goods. All items produced will be for sale. Anybody interested in either exhibiting or demonstrating their products can get more information by emailing: mccabe.chloe@gmail.com.

Harp Recital Our harp recital in Kilronan Castle on Wednesday, 2nd of August will feature our own local, awardwinning and highly accomplished Keadue Harpers, from 8.30 pm. We continue to have competitors travel the globe to compete in the Arigna Fuels sponsored O’Carolan International Harp competitions on Saturday, 5th of August (from 10.30 am).

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Liam Purcell & Friends Among the highlights of the O’Carolan Harp Festival over the years is the appearance of Liam Purcell and his many friends. Liam, a famous button accordion player from Crossna and now living in Dublin, never fails to play at this annual event. Liam has toured with Comhaltas Ceoltoírí Eireann on many occasions, appearing at concert venues in various cities throughout the world. He is the leader of the O’Carolan Country Ceili Band which is playing at one of the Summer School céilíthe on Tuesday night, 1st of August and at the Door Dancing on Monday, 7th of August. He will also be participating in the numerous music sessions throughout the festival and summer school.

Monday’s activities A wreath-laying ceremony at O’Carolan’s grave, followed by a lecture in the fabulous Kilronan Castle, gets the concluding Monday underway. This year’s lecture will be given by local historian, author and Kilronan parish native, Fr. Tomas Flynn. The topic is the 1917 by-election in North Roscommon, which culminated in the election of George Plunkett (known as the Election of the Snows). Music at the Heritage Park begins on Bank Holiday Monday at 3 pm with the multi-award winning local CCE group, a number of whom are headed for the All-Ireland Fleadh in Ennis later in August.

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throughout the weekend, There is plenty of street entertainment launch in the local CCE the be a highlight of which no doubt will Torn Jacket’. He will be region of Tommy Guihen’s CD ‘The een, at 4.30 pm Sheb d wne reno joined by members of the on Bank Holiday Sunday.

Ceilidhs – the countdown Ceilidhs have always been part of O’Carolan Festivals and this year we host the O’Carolan Country Ceili Band and Rise the Dust. Dancing will be brisk on Tuesday, 1st of August and

Friday, 4th of August. We also welcome back Rakish, on Bank Holiday Monday afternoon. There’s also crafts, food and arts displays scheduled for Bank Holiday Sunday.

Friday, August 4th - Monday, August 7th 2017 Friday Aug 4th 10:00 pm: Ceili in St. Ronan’s Hall - Music by Rise The Dust

Saturday Aug 5th 10:30 am: Harp competitions commence. 9:00 pm: Harp & Trad Concert in St. Ronan’s Hall - featuring local & visiting artistes including Emma Benson, Fiachra Guihen, Mossie Martin, Sean Carroll, Bryan Ryan & Fionnuala Maxwell. We also hope to feature the winner of our Senior Harp Competition from earlier in the day.

Sunday Aug 6th 2:30 pm: Opening of Crafts, Foods & Arts Displays in O’Carolan Heritage Park. (Exhibitors must book in advance) 3:00 pm: Festival Parade led by Raheen Pipe Band from Elphin - Assembly in Church Car Park. A sample of the Cultural, Business, Voluntary & Plain Daft life of the region will pass by towards St Ronan’s Hall. 3:30 pm: Official Opening of Festival by Minister of State, Sean Kyne TD 4:30 pm: Street Entertainment featuring local renowned flute player Tommy Guihen - performance supporting launch

of Tommy’s new CD “The Torn Jacket”. Tommy is joined by other members of Shebeen. 9:00 pm: In Concert - Cherish The Ladies travel from the USA for a not-to-bemissed night. Tickets available online.

Monday Aug 7th 11:00 am: Visit and laying of wreath at O’Carolan’s grave - Kilronan Cemetery 12:00 pm: Lecture in Kilronan Castle by Fr Tomas Flynn: On the centenary of the event, a lecture on the 1917 by-election in North Roscommon culminating in the election of George Plunkett - known as the Election of the Snows. Fr Flynn published a book in late 2016 researching these events and the many local angles of interest. The election latterly proved to be a pivotal one in the future of politics in Ireland. 3:00 pm: Music ,Song & Dance with youth members of Keadue CCE 4:00 pm: Music at the Heritage Park with local 4 piece RAKISH - always a lively session 7:00 pm: Internationally Renowned Door Dancing Competition - music by Liam Purcell & friends. A great evenings entertainment to close our festival.

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Pictured in the Church of Ireland, Boyle on Sunday last for a performance by Anúna were Ellie McGinley, Dominique Cunningham and Victoria Warwick.

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Pictured (left) in the Church of Ireland, Boyle on Sunday last for a performance by Anúna were Jonathan Egan and Aisling Gaughran.

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Pictured in the Church of Ireland, Boyle on Sunday last for a performance by Anúna were Phil, Tom and Deirdre Mulligan.

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‘I won’t rest until I bring high speed broadband to Roscommon’ Q&A

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Minister Denis Naughten Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment Denis Naughten answered Dan Dooner’s questions relating to his brief, rural Ireland and An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar.

You romped home in the last General Election, but how do you think your ‘approval rating’ looks now? As I said at the time, seeing the result at the last General Election in this constituency was the proudest day of my life. It is a privilege to continue to be elected and to know that the people in RoscommonGalway have put their trust in me. I am continuing to work hard in Cabinet to deliver on behalf of this constituency and rural Ireland as a whole while also continuing my work at constituency level. Broadband is a topical issue at the moment in rural Ireland but do you think the Internet and advent of social media has made the work of politicians more difficult in that citizens now expect instant results? When I became Minister 13 months ago, only 52% of premises in Ireland had access to high speed broadband. Today that has increased to 61% and in the next 76 weeks over 77% of premises in Ireland will have access to high speed broadband. With commercial investment and the National Broadband Plan, which I am driving as Minister, that will rise to more than nine in ten premises in this country within the following 100 weeks. I understand only too well the frustration of people across rural Ireland and here in

Roscommon so I am determined, for as long as I am Minister for Communications, to bring high speed broadband to every premises. In April, I signed a commitment agreement with Eir that commits them to deliver fibre high speed broadband to one house every minute of every working day over a 90-week timeline. That’s 500 houses every day. In Roscommon alone under this agreement 2,010 premises have been passed with fibre to the home broadband… bringing the total number of premises in Roscommon with high speed broadband now to 16,007. In terms of bin charges, will this be just further expense for those who are already doing their bit for the environment? No. The reality is that we’re running out of landfill space due to the amount of waste we’re all producing as a nation and no-one anywhere in this country wants a new dump in their home county or community. So in order to address this, the Government is ending flat fees for bin collections, which means all flat rate/fixed prices for household bin collection in the coming year will be phased out. It’ll only come into effect when your contract ends if you are on a flat rate fee. So customers who are currently on a flat rate charge bin collection service will be the only people affected. New payment plans will be introduced by your bin company from autumn this year as your current contract comes to an end. Other options will be pay each time your bin is collected or pay based on the weight in your bin (for example: per kilogramme; weight bands; weight allowances). Research shows that you generate significantly less waste by using one of these options and it can potentially save people money.

wide-ranging brief. As I say, bringing high speed broadband to rural Ireland is a major focus for me in my work and I will not rest until that happens.

Antoinette Brennan, Roscommon County Council and Minister Denis Naughten pictured at the National Broadband Plan Workshop on the Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe earlier this year. Picture: Andrew Fox

Some commentators believe this will lead to a rise in illegal dumping. What’s being done to prevent that? I have stated many times that I consider illegal dumping environmental and economic treason. It is disgusting and for this reason I allocated €1.3 million this year to crack down on it with overt and covert surveillance using Smart technology including CCTV and drone technology to catch those responsible and to help clean up black-spots. 85 projects received funding nationwide and in Roscommon alone five clean-up projects are underway including Salmon Lake to Kilnacarrow Bridge Nature Trail, Suck Valley Way and Kilteevan Bog, The Oaks, Frenchpark, Cuilagh and Scramoge. As for your Ministerial position in general, it’s been a tough brief. Any regrets? None. I am privileged to serve my constituents at Cabinet level in such a

Has this Government done enough for rural Ireland? In the past I think rural Ireland has not been given the priority it needs by Government for a variety of reasons but mainly due to a lack of resources, particularly during the recession –but this is changing. This year the Government’s Action Plan for Rural Development was launched with real targets and plans set down – for example supports to create 135,000 new jobs by 2020 and an investment of €50m towards that job creation. One of the announcements that I made recently, in Longford was a new pilot scheme that I am introducing worth €5 million, specifically targeting people living in this region who are dependent on solid fuels as their primary source of heat. Managing our peat lands will lead to warmer homes, to reduced bills, to job creation and to a sustainable future for the area and for rural Ireland. Leo Varadkar is now in power. What do you make of his first month in the job and how do you think he will handle the office? Leo Varadkar has shown real passion for the role of An Taoiseach and listens with a clear focus in mind. I have spoken to him on many occasions since his appointment about the needs of rural Ireland, which he understands completely. At Cabinet level I am one of a number of Ministers from rural constituencies and as a Government we are determined to bring new opportunities, new jobs, better healthcare and broadband to rural Ireland. Leo Varadkar is serious about this and I think under his leadership rural Ireland will benefit.

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Loughglynn Music Festival

Queen of the Woodlands 2017

Saturday, 5th August - Monday, 7th August

Countdown to 2017 Loughglynn Creaton’s Music Festival – featuring SHOP & PUB Queen of the Woodlands!

Wishing the Loughglynn Music Festival continued success on its 10th Anniversary from

Loughglynn, Co. Roscommon

he long-running Loughglynn Music Festival runs this year over the August bank holiday weekend from Saturday, 5th of August until Monday, 7th of August. As ever, the members of the organising committee have gone to great lengths to ensure that the latest line-up is bigger and better than ever. The opening event on Saturday, 5th of August commencing at 9 pm will feature the Queen of the Woodlands competition. Ten fantastic contestants take to the stage to be interviewed by popular compere Gerry Glennon. This promises to be an enjoyable event for all the family. Following the crowning of the winner, patrons will be able to dance the night away to singer Barry Kirwan and his band. Barry’s latest single was released in April last and went straight to No. 1 on the Irish iTunes download country chart. It was No. 4 in the UK charts. Barry has built up a big fan club and will draw a large crowd. On Sunday, 6th of August, Robert Mizzell will take to the stage to perform his many hits. For all of you out there who would like to learn or improve

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your jiving, come along to Sandra Ganley on the Bank Holiday Monday, 7th of August. Between 8 pm and 9 pm there will be a Jiving Juniors Workshop. Between 9 pm and 10 pm the Adult Jiving Workshop will take place and following this will be an Adult Jiving competition. Keep your dancing shoes on as back by popular demand we have Derek Ryan on stage from 12 midnight. As his recent chart-topping album would say, come here for ‘One Good Night’. Derek is an Irish Country Music superstar at home and abroad. A superb night is guaranteed. Late bar each night of the festival and dancing each night from 12 midnight until 2 am. The committee would like to thank all the stewards, volunteers and members of the public that help to make this event run so smoothly and we welcome all the music fans, visitors and friends and look forward to meeting you all at the Loughglynn Music Festival. The members of this year’s committee are Seamus Regan, Nuala Creighton, Michael Creaton, Martin Freeman, Michael McCarthy, Brendan Gordon, Angela Regan and John Flanagan.

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Loughglynn Community Centre will play host to jive workshops with Sandra Ganley on Monday, August 7th. A kids’ class will take place from 8-9 pm and costs €8 while a class for adults will run from 9-10 pm and costs

€15. This will be followed by a jiving competition and dancing to Derek Ryan. No partner necessary and classes are suitable for both beginners and advanced levels.

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Maria McCarthy, James Creaton, Katie Egan (winner 2016) and Aisling McNeill, Roscommon Rose 2016, pictured at the Loughglynn Music Festival/Queen of the Woodlands last year.

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Saturday, 5th August - Monday, 7th August

Queen of the Woodlands 2017

Loughglynn Music Festival

Wishing the Loughglynn Music Festival continued success on its 10th Anniversary

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Meet our 2017 Queens… The contestants for the Queen of the Woodlands 2017 are: Sharon Shriane, Adragoole, Castlerea (Sponsor: Harmac Medical, Castlerea); Anna Creaton, Lisacul (Sponsor: Sean Creaton’s Bar, Lisacul); Samantha Dempsey, Trien, Castlerea (Sponsor: The Village Inn, Loughglynn);

Mary Carmody, Drimalasson, Ballaghaderreen (Sponsor: Tom Gordon, Plant Hire, Ballaghaderreen); Megan Morris, Gorthaganny (Sponsor: Coney Island, Bar & Lounge, Gorthaganny); Avril Clancy, Drumcliff (Sponsor: James Creaton’s Bar, Loughglynn); Rachel Harte, Castle-

rea (Sponsor: McGourty’s Bar, Castlerea); Lisa McIntyre, Cloonarrow, Castlerea (Sponsor: Tony and Ann Coleman, Loughglynn); Niamh Niland, Lisacul (Sponsor: Eire Og GAA); Ciara Nea Aughalusta, Ballaghaderreen (Sponsor: Boland’s Bar, Fairymount).

Who will succeed Queen Katie? T

he crowning of the Queen of the Woodlands will take place on Saturday, 5th of August at 11.30 pm, with reigning Queen Katie Egan handing over the mantle. The lucky winner will receive a perpetual trophy, sponsored by Lynch Roofing, and a substantial cheque, which is sponsored by James Creaton. She also receives shoes sponsored by Hayden Shoes in Castlerea, a bag sponsored by Glamorize, a cosmetic hamper sponsored by Murphy’s Total Health Care, Ballaghaderreen and numerous other gifts and vouchers. The winning Queen will also get to represent the area at the Rose of Roscommon Selection night for Tralee 2018. Also, all the contestants receive a commemorative gift. We have the honour on the night to have two prospective Roses of Tralee in attendance. Two very beautiful guests on the night – Deirdre Cribbin, our own Roscommon Rose, and Sandra Ganley, Mayo Rose (Sandra’s dad Kevin Ganley is from Loughglynn). All relatives, neighbours and friends are invited to come along early to get good seats and to avail of special entrance rates before 11 pm. This is an enjoyable

Ronan Cahill (escort) and Katie Egan, Queen of Woodlands 2016, pictured at the Loughglynn Music Festival/Queen of the Woodlands last year.

night’s entertainment for all ages as Barry Kirwan and his band provides music from 12 pm-2 pm. Queen committee members are Carmel Grady, Dympna McDonnell, Mamie Creaton,

Annette Morris and Una Conway. The escorts are Ciaran Lavin and Sean Groarke. Barry Kirwan and his Band will provide the music and non-stop entertainment for the evening.

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Launch of National Farmed Animal Health Strategy welcomed Engagement with landowners on greenway development ‘haphazard’ Mr. Ned O’Connor, Roscommon IFA Environment Committee Chairman, has called on the Department of Transport to make funding to local authorities for greenways to be contingent on the development of a Code of Practice for engaging with landowners. In a detailed submission to the Department of Transport, IFA described the level of engagement with landowners by local authorities on greenway developments to date as

haphazard and in some instances non-existent. Mr. O’Connor said: “This has culminated in some local authorities taking an adversarial approach and threatening the use of CPO for the development of such recreational routes.” Mr. O’Connor added: “Recreational routes such as Greenways and Blueways have an important role to play in promoting agri-tourism and economic activity in rural areas. This has been seen most

recently in towns in Mayo and Waterford, which have benefited from the success of Greenway projects. “However, these Greenways will also have a significant impact on farming activity and rural communities. Such routes should firstly be confined to stateowned lands. Only then should they be developed by agreement on private lands, along farm boundaries and through a combination of off- and on-public roads, similar to the devel-

opment of recreational routes in other countries.” In the submission to the Department, IFA has set out a number of key principles to be included in any national greenways development plan. Specifically on land access, IFA is looking to the new Department of Community & Regional Affairs to lead discussions and build on the model already developed with Comhairle na Tuaithe for the Rural Walks Scheme.

IFA National Animal Health Chairman Bert Stewart has welcomed the launch of the National Farmed Animal Health Strategy (NFAHS) 20172022 and the Animal Health Surveillance Strategy for Ireland 2016-2021 by the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed. Bert Stewart said the principles of the NFAHS “working in partnership, acknowledging roles and responsibilities, reflecting costs and benefits and prevention is better than cure” are key components that must be comprehensively and appropriately included in all animal health programmes. However, he said, the

overriding principle that must be recognised is the experience and professional competency of farmers in caring for their animals. These principles must be fundamental elements, not only of future programmes but also core elements of existing animal health programmes. IFA looks forward to proactively engaging in a meaningful way with the Minister and his officials to ensure these objectives are implemented and delivered for the benefit of farmers. In relation to the Animal Health Surveillance Strategy for Ireland 2016-2021, Bert Stewart said IFA has consistently

identified the importance of the current Regional Veterinary Laboratories (RVL) structures for farmers and the entire agriculture sector as an independent surveillance network. He said the existing RVL network is recognised internationally as the optimum disease surveillance structure. Bert Stewart the Minister in the upcoming Budget must commit the necessary resources to ensure the existing RVL network is maintained and the service provided to farmers enhanced as a first step in developing the Animal Health Surveillance Strategy for Ireland 2016-2021.

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“There were 450 cattle on offer this week and the strong trade that has prevailed was maintained again this week, aided by strong grass growth and demand for stock prices were similar to last week with a good attendance of customers present “Cows with calves at foot made from €1100 to €1650 per head. Springer cows made form €1200 to €1250 per head. Runners made from €300 to €570 per head. “Sales continue at Castlerea Mart on today (Thursday) with our usual sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves and weanlings.”

Ch 450kgs €1235, Ch 415kgs €1225, AA 535kgs €1345, Ch 530kgs €1300, Lm 710kgs €1725, Chx 685kgs €1640.

Heifers

Weanling bulls Lm 260kgs €725, Ch 435kgs €1270, Ch 440kgs €1140, Lm 420kgs €1100, AA 240kgs €685.

Ch 420kgs €1140, Lm 395kgs €1080, Lm 410kgs €1060, Lm 465kgs €1285, Ch 460kgs €1200, AA 670kgs €1545, Lm 540kgs €1340.

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Lm 750kgs €1515, Ch 565kgs €1350, Lm 790kgs €1645, AA 750kgs €1505, Lm 775kgs €1535.

Lm bull €405, Lm bull €365, Her bull €290, AA hfr €340, AA bull €350.

Ch 390kgs €1180, Lm 370kgs €1045, Lm 230kgs €705, Lm 320kgs €940, Lm 285kgs €780.

Roscommon Mart sample prices Dry cows HEX 795 kgs €1345,LMX 655 kgs €1310, AAX 650 kgs €1180, LMX 715 kgs €1110, BBX 600 kgs €1000, Simm X 550 kgs €1000, Lim X 645 kgs €995, Simm X 640 kgs €955, AAX 660 kgs €950, 3 Fr 663 kgs €860.

Heifers 2 BAX 500 kgs €1225, LMX 510 kgs €1200, Char 525 kgs €1170, LMX 525 kgs €1160, LIMX

440 kgs €1060, Char X 460 kgs €1145, AAX 435 kgs €885, AAX 385 kgs €885, Char X 380 kgs €880, AAX 420 kgs €835

Bullocks Char X 700 kgs €1500, HEX 685 kgs €1470, 2 Simm X 567 kgs €1330, Char X 525 kgs €1170, LMX 510 kgs €1100, AAX 40 kgs €1040, 3 LMX 483 kgs €1000, AAX 350 kgs €930, AAX 36 kgs €935.

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Manager’s report… Maura Quigley, Roscommon Mart “There were smaller numbers on offer this week. However, there was a good trade for all classes of stock. “Prices for bullocks averaged from €2.24 per kilo up to €2.69 per kilo, while heifer prices ranged from €2.24 per kilo up to €2.49 per kilo. There was a lively trade for dry cows with prices ranging from €1.60 per kilo up to €2 per kilo. Dry cows made from €860 to €1345, heifers made from €405 to €725 over and bullocks made from €540 to €800 over. “Sales as usual tomorrow (Friday) for bullocks, heifers, weanlings, suckler and dry cows. Dates for your diary – weanling show and sale on Tuesday, August 8th and special sales for heifers and bullocks on Friday, August 11th. Bookings accepted up to 5 pm on Thursday, August 3rd.”

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Prime Ballygar property new to the market at Earley’s David Diffley, MIPAV, TRV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market a primely located eight-bedroomed former public house and butcher shop of c. 5,000 sq. ft. located at Main Street, Ballygar, Co. Galway. Price guide: All offers after €50,000 to sell (the entire). David describes the property as “a substantial property being a former residential public house and butcher shop located in the heart of Ballygar town. The property stands on an extensive site area with the benefit of rear ac-

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www.propertypartners.ie Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon. Tel. 090 66 26579. Fax: 090 66 25405. EMAIL: jearley@propertypartners.ie

FINAL OFFERS INVITED A SELECT HOLDING OF LANDS LOCATED AT

BRACKLOON AND RATHBRENNAN , MOUNT PROSPECT, ROSCOMMON, CO. ROSCOMMON. C.34.5 ACRES WITH CHARACTER RESIDENCE STANDING THEREON OF C. 900 SQ FT. Final offers now invited

Main Street, Ballygar, Co. Galway

cess together with an array of outbuildings.” The property can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers after €50,000 to sell. For further details or to

arrange a viewing, contact David Diffley, MIPAV, TRV of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579 or email ddiffley@propertypartners.ie or log onto www. propertypartners.ie.

Prime Strokestown lands available at Earley’s David Diffley, MIPAV, TRV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market prime roadside lands of c.8.26 acres set out in two lots located at Muckanagh, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. David describes the lands as “prime lands located in a select agricultural district overlooking Kilglass Lough.” The lands can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. To arrange maps or for further details

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NEW TO THE MARKET CLOONCULLAAN & CREGGA, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON

contact David Diffley, MIPAV, TRV of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email ddiffley@propertypartners.ie or log onto www.propertypartners.ie.

attracts the eye. These lands should be of interest to all farmers in the area. We now invite all offers after €100,000 for immediate sale.” To arrange maps or for further details, contact John Earley, FIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Stone Court, The Square, Roscommon on 090-6626579, email jearley@propertypartners.ie or log onto www. propertypartners.ie. Find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/propertypartners. earley.

REA Seamus Carthy launch online auction platform Technology and the advances in technology underpin everything we do. Not so long ago people had limited options for exchanging information with one another. It’s probably difficult for the youth of today to imagine a world where you could only communicate by actually talking directly to another person, face to face or via telephone. The advancement in technology ensures that the way we communicate is constantly evolving and everything is instant. Aishleen in REA Seamus Carthy advises that “the property market is no different,” adding “people want things to happen instantly and buying and selling property is now moving in this direction, whether it’s selling houses, investments, land or commercial property”. Although buying property online is a

LEGAL: RODDY MCCRANN SOLICITOR, CHURCH ST, ROSCOMMON, 090 66 26269.

A QUALITY HOLDING OF LANDS OF C. 59.8 ACRES SET OUT IN LOTS WITH 3 B/R BUNGALOW RESIDENCE LOCATED AT

Prime Tulsk lands available at Earley’s John Earley, FIPAV of Property Partners Earley, Roscommon is this week offering new to the market prime lands set out in one lot containing c. 15.25 acres of lands located at Rathmoyle, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon. All offers after €100,000 to sell. The agents describe the property as “prime quality parcel of lands located in a renowned farming district.” Mr. Earley added: “Seldom does this style of agricultural lands come on the market. A feature stonewall and gates

The said property which is located on the outskirts of Roscommon Town can be sold in one or more lots should market interest dictate. LOT 1 : The entire property c.34.5 acres with character residence LOT 2 : Character Residence standing on c.0.8 of an acre LOT 3 : c.33.7 acres of lands only LOT 4 : Lands set adjacent to the said residence c. 18.0 acres LOT 5 : Lands located at Rathbrennan c.15.7 acres. Final offers now invited for immediate sale.

fairly new phenomenon in this country, Irish people have been bidding at online auctions for more than fifteen years. Aishleen advised that REA Seamus Carthy are passionate about ensuring that their clients receive the best professional service and with this in mind the REA Group have launched their own professional online platform, www.auctionroom.ie. Any legal queries can be dealt with prior to the online auction assisting in bringing the sale to a successful conclusion. If you are considering selling your property and would like to speak to us about our online auction please contact us confidentially at our Roscommon Town office at info@reacarthy.ie or telephone 0906630001.

A quality holding of lands located in a good farming district just off the main Elphin to Strokestown route. The said property can be sold in one or more lots as follows: Lot 1: The Entire. Lot 2: 3 B/R Bungalow of c. 980 sq.ft standing on c. 0.6 of an acre. Lot 3: c. 17.61 acres of lands with cattle crush and pen, storage shed and hay barn. Lot 4: c. 38 acres of quality lands with cattle crush and pen. Lot 5: c. 3.59 acres of scrub lands set out in three lots located close to lot 4. The auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell. BER: G. LEGAL: MESSERS PA CONNELLAN & CO, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON. 071 96 33009.

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FINAL OFFERS INVITED A PRIME COMMERCIAL PROPERTY WITH GARAGE SET TO THE REAR LOCATED AT

MAIN STREET, LANESBORO, CO. LONGFORD Final offers invited to sell

A primely located commercial property comprising of: A 2 storey retail unit of c. 1,000 sq.ft set out in 4 rooms with hallway and toilet area servicing. A former garage of c. 2,600 sq.ft set to the rear. The said property offers excellent potential for development due size and location and the auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and final offers to sell. Folio Numbers: LD9917F & LD9979F. BER: G. LEGAL: MARK CONNELLAN, SOLICITOR, LONGFORD. 043 33 46440.

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Connaughton Auctioneers seeking all types of properties Loughglynn, Co. Roscommon.

Large interest in Loughglynn property Connaughton Auctioneers has reported a huge amount of interest being expressed in this charming two-bedroomed residence located on the outskirts of Loughglynn, Co. Roscommon. This property is unique in so many ways. Recent renovation works were started but not fully completed by the present owners. The standard of finish on existing works so far is to an exceptionally high standard with a high level of insulation in the floors, walls and ceilings, with the addition of triple-glazed windows. There is an open plan extension which has been tied into the original cottage which needs decorative finishes. There are a host of very special unique features with an oriental theme which follows through the property from room to room. The land, which is set out in 6 paddocks, is suitable for horses, with a stable block and tack room to the rear serviced by electricity and water. A portion of the land at the rear is boglands with an array of wildlife and rare plants. The property is serviced by its own private water well and septic tank. Access is via a private avenue and is ideal for anyone looking for peace and tranquillity, but yet located c.12 miles from Ireland West Airport Knock. This property is a must for viewing to fully appreciate all that is on offer. Contact the office to arrange an appointment on 0906663700.

Connaughton Auctioneers are now taking listings for their fourth multi Property Auction in 2017, the last three of which were hugely successful with over 20 properties sold. This latest one will be held in Gleeson’s Townhouse, Roscommon on Friday, 8th of September 2017. Auctioneer Ivan Connaughton states: “We already have substantial interest in our upcoming auction where we hope to have in excess of 15 properties entered to include agricultural land, residences, sites and commercial property. “With a large volume of purchasers coming from the UK, we also require countryside cottages in any condition for awaiting clients. The method of selling property by Public Auction is becoming more and more popular where the seller/vendor does not have to wait for a considerable time to sell their property as purchasers must sign unconditional contracts and pay 10% on the day should they be the highest bidder at or in excess of the reserve price. With the marketing we carry out both in Ireland and abroad, all sellers can be assured a maximum price will be achieved for all properties. At our last auction, three properties sold in excess of their reserve, which speaks for itself. Prospective purchasers are also clear in the knowledge that if they purchase on the day, the sale will close four weeks later. “Anyone interested in further information in buying or selling at any of our auctions or by Private Treaty can contact our

office on 090-6663700 or Ivan on 086-898 5013 or alternatively email info@ivanconnaughton.com.” For anyone interest in selling a property in 2017 or 2018, we will provide you with a free valuation of your property. As property experts, we will give you an honest opinion of market value and any sales with Connaughton Auctioneers are NO SALE, NO FEE. Call Ivan any time on 0868985013 to make an appointment. Your property is important to us so we conduct viewings during office hours and at evenings/ weekends to suit both sellers and buyers. And that includes Sundays/Bank Holidays/weekends.

New to the market in Oran Connaughton Auctioneers are delighted to present to the market this three-bedroomed, twostorey residence located on the main Roscommon/ Castlerea Road. This residence is in excellent condition throughout and sits on a site of c. 0.9 acres with unrivalled views of the surrounding countryside. The location is good, being a mere 10-minute drive from Roscommon Town centre and all its amenities. Accommodation consists of – ground floor: reception hallway, living room, dining room, sitting room, back hallway, kitchen. First floor: landing, three bedrooms and main bathroom. There are many extra features to consider with this property including the array of outbuildings included in the sale, a large paddock to one side of the residence, laid lawns, mature trees surrounding the boundary, oil-fired central heating and mains water. Viewing is recommended and can be arranged by appointment by contacting the office on 090-6663700.

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Pat Hughes & Co. Ltd. Auctioneers & Valuers are reporting a lot of interest in the Fisherman’s Cottage, for sale at Cloontymullen, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon, which went on the market in the last number of weeks. The cottage has been lovingly restored and is located close to the River Shannon. Accommodation consists of a living room, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom and three bedrooms. The residence stands on circa half an acre and is located a short distance off the main Roscommon to Lanesboro Road. Viewing for this property is a must. For further details please contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

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NEW TO THE MARKET Four Bedroom Residence at

1 MILL OAKS, DRUMLISH, CO. LONGFORD Price Region: €105,000 • Spacious four bedroom detached residence • Located in much sought after area of Drumlish • Within walking distance of all amenities • Detached garage to rear • Standing on a large corner site • Viewing highly recommended • All offers invited for immediate sale

NEW TO THE MARKET Three- bedroom residence at

4 GOLDSMITH DRIVE, ELPHIN CO. ROSCOMMON Price Region: €80,000 • Spacious three-bedroom semi detached residence • Located in much sought after area of Elphin • Within walking distance of all amenities • Finished to a very high standard • Ready for occupancy • Viewing highly recommended • All offers invited for immediate sale

NEW TO THE MARKET Three-bedroom residence on c.0.9 acres at

RATHMEW, ORAN, CO. ROSCOMMON • Very attractive three-bedroom two-storey residence • In excellent condition throughout • Standing on c.0.9 acres with outbuildings • Located between Roscommon & Castlerea • Spacious living accommodation throughout • To arrange a viewing, contact the office on 090-6663700

NEW TO THE MARKET Four bedroom detached residence at

11 NORWOOD COURT, WILLOW PARK ATHLONE, CO. WESTMEATH • Prime four bedroom detached residence • Large garden to side • Located close to Athlone Institute of Technology • Ideal family home or investment property • In good decorative condition • To arrange a viewing contact the office on 090-6663700

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PropertyPeople Charming residence in Glenamaddy

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

For Sale – Circa 18 acres of top quality agricultural land at

Lysterfield, Curraghboy, Co. Roscommon The lands come with the benefit of mains water supply and excellent road frontage. The lands are located a short distance off the main Curraghboy to Roscommon Road. For further details contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@ pathughesauctioneers.com -------------------------------------------------------

For Sale at Araghty, Athleague, Co. Roscommon Circa 26 acres of top quality agricultural land With excellent road frontage which would be suitable for development subject to planning permission being granted. The Lands are divided into two blocks. Must be of interest to local farmers looking to increase their holdings. Contact the office for further details on 090 66270003. -------------------------------------------------------

For Sale by Private Treaty or Public Auction at a later date at Morganstown, Athleague Circa 53 acres. The lands have a good range of out offices and an all weather sand arena. Pat is highly recommending these lands due to their prominent location and extensive road frontage and facilities. If you require any further information please contact our office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com -------------------------------------------------------

For Sale at The Walk, Roscommon Large site with the benefit of Outline Planning Permission. The site is located in one of Roscommon’s most sought after areas. For further details please contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com -------------------------------------------------------

NEW TO THE MARKET – for sale at LANESBORO ROAD, ROSCOMMON Roscommon circa 3 ½ acre zoned industrial site. For further information contact the office on 090 6627003 or e-mail info@pathughesauctioneers.com -------------------------------------------------------

MEADOWS TO LET • 60 acres at Racecourse Road, Co. Roscommon • Circa 12 acres at Culleen, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon • Circa 10 acres at Mount Talbot, Co. Roscommon • Circa 52 acres convenient to Tulsk, Co. Roscommon • Circa 13 acres at Glinsk, Co. Galway • Circa 22 acres of Meadow convenient to Lecarrow / Knockcroghery • Circa 22 acres of Meadow convenient to Lecarrow / Knockcroghery • Meadow to Let – Fuerty / Athleague area. Will be let per bale.

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Bungalow in prime location in Roscommon Town Sean Naughton Auctioneers is offering for sale this week a three-bedroomed bungalow located in quiet cul-de-sac in a much sought after area of Roscommon Town. Accommodation consists of three bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, utility and bathroom. There is a small garden area to the front and side of the property. This property is very convenient to Roscommon Town Centre and offers an ideal investment opportunity. Offers in the region of €120,000 (ono) are being accepted. For further information about this property or to arrange a viewing, contact the office on 090-6625080 or email: seannaughton@eircom.net

Lands on books of Sean Naughton Sean Naughton Auctioneers are this week offering a number of land parcels for sale by private treaty. For sale are c. 45 acres of non-residential farm (a mix of good and fair quality) land which can be sold in entirety or in lots. Maps are available for viewing at the office. We invite all enquiries and offers to sell. Price on application. Also, the auctioneer is accepting final offers on a 3.5 acre site for sale by private treaty at Mount Talbot, Co. Roscommon. Price on application. For further information on these properties, please contact Sean Naughton Auctioneers on 090-6625080 or email seannaughton@eircom.net

Top quality lands on books of Pat Hughes Pat Hughes & Co. Ltd. Auctioneers & Valuers are offering for sale at Araghty, Athleague, Co. Roscommon circa 26 acres of top quality agricultural land with excellent road frontage, which would be suitable for development subject to planning permission being granted. The said lands are divided into two blocks. This must be of interest to local farmers looking to increase their holdings. For further details please contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

Large site at The Walk, Roscommon Pat Hughes & Co. Ltd. Auctioneers & Valuers have for sale at The Walk, Roscommon a large site with the benefit of outline planning permission. The site is located in one of Roscommon’s most sought after areas. For further details please contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@ pathughesauctioneers.com

Sean Naughton Auctioneers is delighted to offer new to the market this week, a charming three-bedroomed detached residence for sale by private treaty at Fartown, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway. Accommodation includes three bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen/dining, utility and bathroom. This property has additional features such as a newly-fitted kitchen with wall to wall units, and solid fuel stove in sitting room. The property has the benefit of a dual heating system, both OFCH and solid fuel. The property boasts large outside space with garden area to the front with stone drive, large 2-bay hayshed and work shed. The property is serviced by a septic tank and on a group water scheme. This property is conveniently located approx. 5km from Glenamaddy just off then main Roscommon to Glenamaddy Road. Viewing is highly recommended. Price on application. For further information about this property or to arrange a viewing contact the office on 090-6625080 or email: seannaughton@ eircom.net

Luxury residence in Athleague Sean Naughton Auctioneers are offering a four-bedroomed luxury detached residence for sale by private treaty with a large garden, located in the centre of Athleague Village, Co. Roscommon. Accommodation includes – downstairs: kitchen, dining room, living room, sitting room, utility, toilet and WHB, storage room. Upstairs: four bedrooms (one ensuite), large landing and family bathroom. The property has many additional features, such as solid wooden floors throughout the property, master bedroom ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. The property boasts large outside space, with garden to the rear with off-street parking. This property has commercial potential due to its excellent location in the centre of Athleague. It was formerly the old schoolhouse which has been completely redesigned to modern standards. This property is in an excellent location within walking distance of local amenities such as shops, school, post office and Church. Viewing is highly recommended and this property has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Offers in the region of €180,000. For further information about this property or to arrange a viewing, contact the office on 090-6625080 or email: seannaughton@ eircom.net

Sean Naughton MIPAV

PSRA Licence No. 001821

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

FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY ATHLEAGUE VILLAGE, ATHLEAGUE, CO. ROSCOMMON Large Four Bedroom Luxury Detached Residence, with Commercial potential located in the centre of Athleague Village. Accommodation includes: Downstairs, Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Sitting Room, Utility, Toilet & WHB, Storage Room.Upstairs: 4 Bedrooms (en-suite), Large Landing and Family Bathroom. Price on Application.

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FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY – C.45 Acre Non Residential Farm CARNISKA, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON LEGAL: HANAHOE & HANAHOE SOLICITORS,16 NORTH MAIN ST, NAAS CO. KILDARE Circa 45 Acres Non Residential Farm for sale at Carniska, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. Can be sold in lots or entirety to suit on demand Price on Application

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FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY CLOONCONRA, BALLYMURRAY, CO. ROSCOMMON Large Five Bedroom Bungalow for sale set in mature garden at Ballumurray Co. Roscommon. Accommodation includes Living Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Utility Room, Toilet, 5 Bedrooms (1 En-Suite with Walk-In Wardrobe) & Bathroom. There is large workshop/garage to the rear of the property. Viewing highly recommended. Price on Application

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Kieran Leavy & Associates

ELPHIN STREET, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON Phone: 071 96 34737 / 087 6025597 Web: www.kleavyauctioneer.com Email: property@ kleavyauctioneer.com

FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION C.26.78 Acre Residential Farm at

Bunnamuck and Mountbrown, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon On Friday, 18th August at 4pm in the Percy French Hotel, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon This is a top quality holding in a prime farming area off the main Strokestown to Tulsk road. The holding will be offered to the market in two lots.

Lot 1: Two Bedroomed Residence on Circa 18.47 acres. The lands are of good quality grazing lands extending down to Lough Lee, a renowned and well stocked fishing lake.

Lot 2: Circa 8.64 acres at Mountbrown, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. The lands are of dual purpose agricultural nature with site potential.

Residence with development potential Pat Hughes & Co. Ltd. Auctioneers & Valuers are offering a three-bedroomed semi-detached residence for sale at Newline Road, Elphin, Co. Roscommon. The residence stands on a large site, which would have development potential subject to planning permission being granted. Viewing is highly recommended. For further details please contact the office on 090-6627003 or email info@pathughesauctioneers.com

FOR MAPS AND PARTICULARS, PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE 071-9634737 Legal Messers M.F. Butler & Co Solicitor, Longford 043 33 41118

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LEFT: Pictured in the Abbey Hotel for a business members and sponsors event hosted by Club Rossie were Kevin McStay, John Doorly, Paul Healy and Ger Dowd. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Pictured in the Abbey Hotel for a business members and sponsors event hosted by Club Rossie were Kevin McStay, Philip and Jim Casey and Ger Dowd. Picture: Andrew Fox

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Pictured in the Abbey Hotel for a business members and sponsors event hosted by Club Rossie were Kevin McStay, Seamus Hayden, Larry Brennan and Ger Dowd. Picture: Andrew Fox

Your business is our business ...! The Roscommon People is committed to promoting local businesses If you have a business-related story that you would like us to highlight or would like your business to be profiled, Please email news@roscommonpeople.ie and/or call 090 66 34633

Pictured in the Abbey Hotel for a business members and sponsors event hosted by Club Rossie were Kevin McStay, Tim Hayes, Adrian Grealy and Ger Dowd. Picture: Andrew Fox

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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

ACCOUNTANTS AND TAX ADVISERS To farmers and small businesses at fees that the small businessman can afford. Advice and consultations free. Pat Baxter & Company, Accounting Services, Clondra. Tel: (043) 3326125, (087) 2251591. Email: clondra@iol.ie Web: www.patbaxterco.ie

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 090 66 25818 (086) 0352849 Email: mcgacco@gmail.com Web: www.mcgowanaccounting.com

BLOCK AND BRICKLAYING

Padraic Cryan Block & Bricklaying • House & Commercial Developments CONTACT PADRAIC ON: 086 2867950 OR EMAIL padraiccryan@gmail.com

BOUNCING CASTLES

Party Pat’s Bouncing Castles 087-7859960 • Castles • Slides • Obstacle Courses Good rates available

Gerrity Bouncy Castles

CHIMNEY REPAIRS

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

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

• New Crocodile 50ft Obstacle Course • Soccer Stadium • New Castles with slides - all weather obstacle courses • Pillow Basher and big slides

Phone No: (087) 4136355

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 Call Billy (094) 96 59966 Mobile (086) 0675433 or visit www.billybrogan.com

DC Computer Services Providing IT services for Homes, Businesses & Schools. Home Callouts. No Fix No Fee. PC Maintenance – Upgrades, Repairs, Virus & Spyware removal. Network Solutions – Cabling, Hardware & Software Installation & Maintenance. Contact David Conboy Tel: 087 7496459

CHIMNEY CLEANING

CAREER ADVICE

Grace O’Reilly

CHIMNEY CLEANING

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

• 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 Pwer washing and gutter cleaning services.

Please contact: Tel: 087 2798704

CHIMNEY CLEANING CHIMNEY CLEANING POWER SWEPT No Mess Reasonable Charge ALSO AVAILABLE FOR POWER WASHING

TELEPHONE: 087 9657933 090 66 26752

Kathleen’s Mobile Footcare Provided in the comfort of your own home Kathleen Wynne MCFHP, MAFHP

Foot Care Practitioner

071 9637984 / 086 3562718

DRIVING LESSONS

Paul McStay DSA/ADI (UK) RSA

JOHN DOORLY

MIAM ROSPA Approved Driving Instructor Former BSM Driving Instructor and UK advanced Met. Police Driver. GIFT VOUCHER CARDS AVAILABLE Castlerea & Roscommon

RSA REGISTERED AND FORMER DRIVER TESTER

B.Sc. Psych., B.Comm., H.Dip. in Ed., MBPS & PSI Registered Occupational Psychometrician Assistance with: • Interview Preparation • CAO & UCAS Course Application • Subject & Course Choice • Study Skills / Exam Preparation

CONTACT: Abbeyside House, Abbey Street, Roscommon. Tel . 090-6630760. Email: abbeysidehouse@ eircom.net Facebook: www.facebook. com/careersgraceoreilly Opening Hours: 9 am - 5.30 pm, Mon-Fri.

CHIROPODIST PODIATRIST/ CHIROPODIST Mark Kilgallon B.Sc Podiatry (Hons) M.Ch.S.I. Department of Health Approved

EVERY FRIDAY St. Joseph’s Resource Centre, Boyle For appointment 085 1503353 086 8538404 Email: m.kilgallon23@ gmail.com

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

School of Motoring Excellent pass rates

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

GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE

TEL: 086 2387528 www.aclearsteerdriving.com

EDT Lessons Available

CHIROPRACTOR

CAREER ASSESSMENT & ADVICE

Complete Chimney Services

CHIROPODIST

Email: info@dccomputerservices.ie Web: www.dccomputerservices.ie

Fergal 086 1016899

PHONE NO: 087 4668675

ROSCOMMON CASTLES

COMPUTERS

ROSCOMMON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC

Telephone: (094) 96 20099 Mobile: (086) 8936012

Specialising in:

This driving School conforms for the new RSA regulations & legislation

• BACK PAIN • HEADACHES • NECK PAIN • LIMB PAIN

DOCKERY’S

Phone: (086) 8433433

SCHOOL OF MOTORING • ROSCOMMON

Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon. David Connor

R.S.A. Approved Driving Instructor

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

Tuition in Car Also 16 seater mini bus

VHI and Laya Covered

Car Available for Tests Gift Vouchers

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Roscommon Driving School CONTACT: (090) 66 61102 Road Safety Authority Approved Driving Instructor

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 Phone: (01) 4538988 or (091) 767777.

(094) 98 80281/ (087) 2031909

SYL’s

School of Motoring

Learn to drive from approved Driving Instructor SPECIAL RATES FOR BEGINNERS AND STUDENTS Gift vouchers now available

Call (085) 1348779

ACCOUNTS

O TOW WI RN T TH EA SYL’s School of Motoring

Have you a licence to tow a trailer? Car/Jeep & Trailer Training available

Contact: 085 1348779

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

Patrick Lynch Clinical Dental Technician

Henry Street Medical Centre Roscommon TELEPHONE: 090 66 65917 087 228 8780

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.  TO LET: 12 acres meadows in the Strokestown area. TEL: 087 9280872  MEADOW TO LET: 20 acres of meadow/silage. Knockcroghery area. TEL : 086 3923227

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Classifieds FARMING BOOM SPRAYER TESTING SERVICE • Sprayers tested on owners premises • Test report D.A.F.M. stickers provided. • Small stock parts fitted on site (if necessary) Contact: Thomas Neilan on 087 2395171 or 090-6663069 e-mail:

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

GARDENING DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL SERVICE • Woodchipping • Log Splitting • Tree Surgery • Hedge Cutting

Bernard Conroy Timber Clearance Ltd Tel: 087 2533101 or 090 66 22328 Over 30 years in business

thomasneilan4@gmail.com

D.A.F.M. Approved Reg No: EL000083  PRESSURE TREATED STAKES FOR SALE: • 6ft stakes 4inch only €2.40 per stake or bale of 70 for €160 delivered • 5ft stakes 3inch only €2 per stake or bale of 100 for €180 delivered • Pressure treated Larch Strainers 8ft 7-10inch only €11 delivered or bale of 25 only €250 delivered • 200 meter rolls barbed wire €25 per roll • 100 meter 3ft sheep wire €75 per roll. Also staples and nails available. Contact Tom on 086 2628439.

FENCING/GATES 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 agri fencing needs. Tel: 087 2172281.

FOR HIRE RM TOOL HIRE Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon Hire – Sales – Repairs – Construction DIY & Garden Equipment Mini Digger Hire Tel: (090) 6630700 Mobile: (087) 8299628.

FOR SALE  FOR SALE: New complete double divan bed including leather base and headboard, memory foam pocket sprung mattress. Still in packaging. Retail €950, will sell for €240 including free delivery. Tel: 086 4438919.

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

ALL ABOUT THE GARDEN

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

Phone John on 087 2860428  Lawn cutting service, we deal with small to medium sizes. TEL: 087 0519691

LANDSCAPING  LANDSCAPING AVAILABLE for building and ground works, hedge, lawn cutting ,hedge planting and general maintenance TEL: 085 2854468

HOLISTIC

• Roscommon Town • Grass and Hedge Cutting • General Maintenance • Strimming and Weeding

CONTACT KEVIN: 090 6630879 087 2835742

HOLISTIC

SEAMUS HUNT • Massage & Sports Therapist • Holistic Massage • Injury Assessment & Treatment • Ultrasound & Infra Red Available

Tattie Hoaker, Health Store, Goff Street, Roscommon Phone: (086) 1930766

Neuromuscular Therapy Providing: • Deep Tissue Massage Sports Massage • Dry Needling • Sports Injury Treatment • Postural Analysis & Corrective Treatment Treatments may be covered by Laya or Aviva Healthcare For Appointment Contact:

Michael O’Reilly Roscommon Primary Care Centre Golf Links Road Roscommon Town Tel: 087 2979855 email: mormovement10@ gmail.com

JOAN MOORE Therapy Rooms • Sports Massage • Deep Tissue Massage • Reflexology • Indian head Massage • Reiki • Aromatherapy • Dry needling • Thai Massage Roscommon West Business Park, Circular Road, Roscommon

(087) 9201818 Gift vouchers now available

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KENNELS

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

Garden Clearance Complete garden clearance services with debris disposed of. Safety certified and insured. TEL: 086 2437376

PARKLAWN TREE SERVICES • Certified Arborists • Tree Surgery • Dangerous Tree Removal • Wood Chipping • Leylandii hedges reduced and shaped. Comprehensive insurance cover. I.S.A. member. Telephone: (086) 6077307/(086) 8125165. www.parklawntreeservices.com

KATHLEEN KELLY M.I.R.I.L. • Reflexology • Reiki • Indian Head and Shoulder Massage • Gift Vouchers Available • Evening appointments available

Tattie Hoaker, Health Store, Goff Street, Roscommon

Phone: (086) 3614230  A SEVENTH SON HEALER will attend the White House Hotel, Ballinlough , Co. Roscommon on this Friday the 28th of July 2pm to 6pm. Cures for depression head aches, sinus, blood pressure, ear noise, migraines, back pain, chest asthma, panic attacks, nerves, stress, anxiety, rheumatism arthritis, psoriasis, eczema, vertigo, blushing, lack of confidence, fatigue and many more. 100% success rate. No appointment needed call in on the day in private. TEL: 04943 35497 or 086 1921955 anytime.

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL  GENTLEMAN WOULD LIKE TO MEET lady companion. Roscommon/Athlone area. Please reply to Box No: 1019 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.

LISBROCK BOARDING KENNELS & CATTERY Brideswell, Athlone, Co. Roscommon • Spacious Kennels provided • Spacious exercise areas outside • Short Term - Long Term boarding welcomed • Dogs walked on request.

For further details contact Mary (087) 6162191 or Barra (087) 9764250. www.lisbrockkennels.ie Members of IBKCA

PSYCHIC DOLORES PSYCHIC MEDIUM CLAIRVOYANT

• Tarot & Angel Card Reading • Honest & Confidential • Spiritual Guidance • Need Direction? Phone for an appointment (090) 66 23898 or (085) 7857191 Athleague

PAINTING & DECORATING 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

Telephone Alan on: (090) 6661635 or Mobile: (087) 2683079

PHYSICAL THERAPIST Roscommon Physical Therapy Clinic 18 years experience in treating babies to adults Physical Therapy CranioSacral Therapy Medical Dry Needling Prescription Orthotics Pilates – Small Classes Can we help you? Call us today to enquire Ph. 090 663 0009 Like us on Facebook www.rosptc.com We are now located at: 2 Castleview, Castle Street, Roscommon F42 C902

PLANNINGS

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

086 3482387

PLANNINGS Roscommon County Council Moigh, Cootehall, Co. Roscommon F52 XR25 We Peter & Angela Hickey, intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission to replace an existing single story dwelling house with a story and a half timber frame dwelling including all associated site works. Works to include alterations to the existing access and upgrading of the existing septic tank. Signed: Patrick Hoban Junior Architect

PLANNINGS

MORRIS LOHAN Consulting Engineers Castle Street, Roscommon Phone: 090 66 27950 • PLANNING APPLICATIONS • ASSIGNED DESIGN & CERTIFIER ‘New Building Regs’ • BER RATINGS ‘Domestic & Commercial’ • STRUCTURAL & CONDITION SURVEYS • FIRE DESIGN CERTIFICATES

www.morrislohan.ie 37 Main St. Ballymoney Co. Antrim, BT53 6AN Tel: 028 2766 7999 Fax: 028 276 65559 E-Mail: patrick@2020architects. co.uk The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20.00, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Michael Mc Donnell, intend to apply for permission for the construction of an agricultural shed including an underground slurry tank and all other associated site works. At; Curraghboy Td, Curraghboy, Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Collins Boyd Engineering Ltd. Engineers & Architects Galway Road, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon. Ph (090)6634421 Fax: (090)663423 Email: info@collinsboydeng.com The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 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.

info@moleskinarchitecture.com

PUPS FOR SALE facebook.com/moleskinarch  PUPS FOR SALE: Beautiful Markie Cross Papillion pups for sale. Excellent mild nature. Ideal family pet small at full growth. Easy to keep. Phone/text 089 4259684

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, ArchEngTech Consulting Ltd, are applying to Roscommon County Council on behalf of Vergal and Eileen Kelly, for planning permission to construct a new dwelling house and garage with connection to the public sewer together with all its associated site works at Mountain Upper, Falledeen Road, Ballinlough, Co. Roscommon. Signed: ArchEngTech Consulting Ltd, Bawn Street, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon. Telephone: 071 9634729 The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submission 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 the application.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Derek Greene, am applying for permission to construct a domestic garage ancillary to my dwellinghouse, at Rover Upper Townland, Arigna Signed: Derek Greene Rover Upper Arigna The planning application may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable costs of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt 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 People Friday 28 July 2017

Classifieds PLANNINGS Roscommon County Council Planning Permission is sought for: 1. Construct a spectator shelter walling with canopy abutting the southern main stand, 2. Construct a two storey extension to the side of existing building on the northern gable consisting of (a) Ground Floor: extension to existing dressing rooms to include new shower/toilet block, multi purpose sports hall, running track, meeting room and store (b) First Floor: Gymnasium and press box. 3. Construct 4 column/20 metre high pitch lighting for main pitch. 4. Extend and renovate existing ladies and gents toilet block 5. Extend existing public toilet and store at the main southern entrance, renovate existing building and turn stiles including new roof. 6. Construct new machinery store at northern side of site to the rear of main pitch, demolish existing machinery store at rear of existing hurling wall on the northern end of site and complete all associated site development works at Clooneen, Ballinasloe, Co. Roscommon for Padraig Pearses GAA Club. This Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing, on payment of the prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by the Planning Authority

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. Call (086) 8212732.

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SITUATIONS VACANT  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED to mind two children in children’s own home. Athlone road area. Required for school collection, two hours every evening preferably nonsmoker, references required. TEL: 0863295606  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED: Athleague/ Four Roads area. To mind two young children in either children’s own home or childminder’s home. Experience and fluent English essential.MondayFriday 8.30-4.30. TEL: 087 1947130.  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED to collect and mind two school going children in children’s own home. Own transport (full driver’s licence) and references are essential. Three days per week ( Tues – Thurs) as per school year. Cloverhill area, please reply to Box No: 1046 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon  CHILDMINDER REQUIRED to look after two children in Ballyleague/ Lanesboro area. One school going age, Monday – Friday. Must have own car and references essential. Please Reply to box No: 1038, c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon.  WANTED: Kind reliable lady to mind four school going children, two hours per day ( 2pm-4pm), four days per week. Cloverhill area, Roscommon. Starting September. Please reply to Box No: 1042 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon  Teacher Required: To give grinds in higher level German and higher level Biology for leaving cert student, starting in September. Reply to Box No: 1043 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon  WANTED: Person with mechanical experience welding and body restoration, 5 to 6 hours per week (evenings). Please reply with details of experience. Reply to Box No: 1040 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon

SITUATIONS WANTED  CHILDMINDER AVAILABLE Thursday and Friday, flexible hours. Full time an option. TEL: 086 7316358

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PLANNING EXTRA Roscommon County Council I, Ronan Devanney intend to make application to the Roscommon County Council for planning permission to construct dormer type dwelling, domestic garage, proprietary effluent treatment system and percolation area, associated site development works and services at Fairymount, Kilroosky, Co. Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural + Design Services Ltd. Architects Fallon Avenue Roscommon 090 6626974 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 at Roscommon County Council, Áras An Chontae, Roscommon. Opening hours Monday to Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm, offices closed for lunch between 1pm and 2pm. 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 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.

THANKSGIVINGS NOVENA TO ST. JUDE O Holy St. Jude! Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor for all who invoke your special patronage in time of need: to you I have recourse from the depth of my heart, and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude pray for us and all who invoke your aid. Amen. (Say 3 Our Fathers, 3 Hail Mary’s & 3 Gloria’s.) Publication must be promised. This Novena has never been known to fail. I have had my request granted. Publication promised.M.T THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted.M,T.C THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted.CG 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.SG 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.A.M.K

Roscommon People Friday 28 July 2017

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DOG KENNELS WE ARE NOW TAKING BOOKINGS CALL TODAY TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT NEW Luxury heated kennels available now Our kennels are located behind veterinary practice at Cloverhill, just outside Roscommon town. We have 6 large single kennels and 4 double kennels. The security and safety of your pet is our top priority. We have automatic security gates and high security fences around the whole exercise area and safety gates for added security to the main kennels, plus each kennel is fitted with individual security locks to keep your pet safe. Your pet will be cared for by our own veterinary nurse Sarah Louise. We cater for any special requirements your pet needs, medication, diet etc.

ALL PETS MUST HAVE FULL UP TO DATE VACCINATIONS INC, KENNEL COUGH PRIOR TO THERE STAY WITH US. PROOF WILL BE REQUIRED 10% DISCOUNT ON VACCINATIONS WHEN BOOKING INTO OUR KENNELS

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PublicNotice AN CHUIRT DUICHE

THE DISTRICT COURT

DISTRICT COURT AREA OF CASTLEREA - DISTRICT NO. 4 PUBLIC DANCE HALLS ACT, 1935 SECTION 2 SECTION 12 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A RENEWAL OF PUBLIC DANCING LICENCE -------------------------------------------------PAT McDONAGH Applicant TAKE NOTICE that PAT McDONAGH of Main Street, Castlerea, Co Roscommon in the County of Roscommon intends to apply to the Annual Licensing Court at Castlerea on the 22nd day of September 2017 at 11.00 a.m. for the Renewal of a Licence to use a particular place to wit “The Stagger Inn” situate at Main Street, Castlerea, Co Roscommon in the Court Area and District aforesaid for public dancing. Dated this the 4th day of July 2017 Signed: (Kelly and MacGowan) Solicitors for the Applicant, Main Street Castlerea, CO. ROSCOMMON

Roscommon People Friday 28 July 2017

Classifieds APPOINTMENTS

Accounts Administrator Required

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

FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES SCALLY Raymond

HEGARTY Delia

Ciaran’s Park B Lisnamult Roscommon Town (2nd Anniversary)

MURRAY Michael (Mike)

Gortnadeve, Creggs, Co. Galway (2nd Anniversary)

Castlemine, Fourmilehouse Co. Roscommon. (4th Anniversary)

In loving memory of Delia, who died on 22nd July 2015

As each day dawns We think of you As each night falls We pray for you And throughout our lives No matter where In our hearts, you are always there.

Accounts Administrator Required for Furniture Wholesale Company. 8-12 Months Contract for Maternity Cover. Ideal candidate will have experience in: • • • • • • • • •

Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Debtors and Creditors Accounts Reconciliation Payroll Admin / VAT Returns Calculation of Expenses Microsoft Office Accounts Software Customer Support General Office Duties

Please apply in writing to Gannons Furniture Ltd Racecourse Rd, Roscommon Or Email your application to Info@gannonsfurniture.com

In loving memory of our darling Ray Now I am contented That my life it was worthwhile Knowing as I passed along the way I made someone smile When you are walking down the street And you’ve got me on your mind I’m walking in your footsteps Only half a step behind And when you feel the gentle breeze Or the wind upon your face That’s me giving you a great big hug Or just a soft embrace So please don’t be unhappy Just because I’m out of sight Remember that I’m with you Every morning, noon and night

Forever in our hearts Love Aileen, Hayley, Sonya, mom and dad, Padraig, Reza and Samantha and extended family

LEGAL NOTICE

Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Hospital on Saturday the 5th of August

THE DISTRICT COURT District Court Area of Roscommon District No. 4 Public Dance Hall Act 1935 and in the matter of section 24 of the fire services act 1981 TAKE NOTICE that an Application will be made by or on behalf of Thomas J. Grealy of Roscommon in the County of Roscommon to the District Justice at the District Court to be held at Roscommon on the 19th September 2017 for a Public Dancing Licence in the premises known as The Abbey Hotel situate in the Townland of Ballypheason Poor Law Electoral Division of Roscommon and County of Roscommon in accordance with the provisions of the Public Dance Halls Act 1935 Dated the 24th day of July 2017 Signed: Mahon Sweeney Solicitors for the Applicant Roscommon TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN To/District Court Clerk Government Building Golf Links Road Roscommon And/ The Superintendent, Garda Siochana, Garda Station, Roscommon. And/ The Chief Fire Officer, Roscommon County Council Aras an Chontae Roscommon Town Co. Roscommon And. The Secretary, Roscommon County Council, Aras and Chontae Roscommon Town Co. Roscommon

FAMILY CIRCLE

Every day in some small way thoughts of you come our way Simple words but very true, we will always love and remember you

Lovingly remembered by her family.

HYNES Martin (Atty) (4th Anniversary)

FLYNN Patrick (Pat) In loving memory of Martin (Atty) Hynes Convent Road, Elphin, who passed away on 29th July 2013.

FIRST PRIZE €50: James Conway c/o K. Collins SECOND PRIZE €25:

Sadly missed and always remembered by Vera, Cathriona, Patricia, Matthew, Don, Zoe, Matthew, Eva, family and friends. Anniversary Mass in Mantua Church, Elphin on Saturday 29th of July at 07.30

NEILAN Thomas Chapel Road, Castlecoote (48th Anniversary)

Elaine Cambell c/o K. Collins

THIRD PRIZE €20: Cormac Conway c/o K. Hoare

8 RESIDUAL PRIZES OF €10 EACH: Eileen Kelly c/o Breda Healy Marina c/o Donnellans Breda Healy Mike Finan c/o K. Finan Gladys Hoare c/o K. Collins Caroline Tully Ros Vets Supplies Ella Donnell c/o K. Finan

5 PROMOTERS PRIZES OF €5 EACH:

Mary Barry Kathleen Finan Tanya Kelly John F. Kerrigan Kathleen Finan Total Receipts: €269 Total Prizes: €200

Knock, Taughmaconnell, Ballinasloe, Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

No words we write will ever say How much we miss you everyday.

FAMILY CIRCLE 22/7/17

Loved and remembered by your wife Phil, daughter Caitriona, sons Ciaran, Michael, Joe, Aidan, Tom, son-in-law, daughters-inlaw and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass on Friday, 28th July at 8 pm. in St. Bridgid’s Church, Fourmilehouse.

In loving memory of our dear Father Thomas Who died on the 24th of July 1969 Rest in Peace

Remembered with love always by your family

In loving memory of Pat Who died the 5th of August 2016 Everyday in some small way Memories of you come our way Though absent you are always near Still missed, still loved and always dear

Fondly remembered by your loving family, wife Mamie, sons Jimmy and Gerard, daughters, Mary and Valerie, grandchildren Padriac, Joesph, Lennon, Simon, Charlene Greham, sister, Lizzie Keyes, nephews, Brendan and Joe Keyes. First Anniversary Mass for Pat Flynn will be celebrated on Sunday August 6th in St. Ronans Church Taughmaconnell at 11am

BEIRNE John Knockmaine, Athleague, Roscommon Who died o the 7th of June 2017

John’s brother, Paddy, sister in law Mary, niece and nephews and extended family wish to express our thanks to all who sympathised with us on the death of John. To all who attended his Funeral , sent messages of sympathy and Mass cards, we express our gratitude. A special word of thank to our priests. Fr. Ray Milton P.P Knockcroghery and Canon Peadar Lavin, as well as the choir, Ministers of the Eucharist and Mass servers. A sincere word of thanks to Smyth’s Funeral Directors. To the Gravediggers and to Hannon’s Hotel. We are grateful to all who helped care for John over the past number of years and especially to all the staff of Oakwood Nursing Home, Roscommon and to his G.P Dr. John Keenan. Please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. John’s Month’s Mind Mass will take place in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery on Saturday the 5th of August at 11am.

KENNY John Lisnaville, Fuerty, Co. Roscommon Who died on 27th of July 2011 (6th Anniversary)

There is no death Only a change of worlds, Let us not grieve Beyond letting go, For in the Tree of Life, His roots and ours Are forever entwined.

Lovingly remembered by his wife Maureen, family and friends. Anniversary Mass on Friday the 28th July at 7pm in Fuerty Church.

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COONEY Geraldine Mount Plunkett Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon (1st Anniversary)

In loving memory of Geraldine, who died on the 3rd of August 2016 Returns to us today To mark the day You left us And gently slipped away.

Always remembered by John, daughters Siobhan and Jennifer, granddaughters, Jessica and Samantha First Anniversary Mass is on Saturday the 5th of August in Knockcrogery Church at 7pm

Roscommon People Friday 28 July 2017

FamilyNotices ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES BEESTON (nee Mannion) Kathleen Late of Hollywell, Roscommon, and San Diego, California (6th Anniversary)

In loving memory of Kathleen who passed away on the 31st of July 2011 Love and memories are forever, In our hearts you will always stay, We think of you always especially today.

Lovingly remembered by your family. Anniversary Mass on Monday, 31st of July in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon at 9.30 a.m.

KENNY Tom Strangeforth, Williamstown (10th Anniversary)

GILL Mary (nee Farrell and formerly Dozin)

Treasured memories of Mary K. beloved mother and nana, Who died on the 23rd of July 2005. R.I.P Many a lovely thought Many a silent tear Always treasured memories of someone we loved so dear

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her daughters, sons, daughter in law, sons in law, grandchildren and extended family. Anniversary Mass on Saturday the 29th of July in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Ballyleague at 7 pm

DOHERTY Gerald P. Coolavin, Monasteraden, Co. Sligo (4th Anniversary)

CASSSIDY Teresa

MALONEY Dolores

Grange, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon (10th Anniversary)

(1st Anniversary) Who died on August 1st 2016

Treasured memories of a dear daughter and sister, who passed away on 28th July 2007

Just a prayer from the family who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you.

She blessed this world She loved so much How many hearts One life can touch Will those who think of Teresa today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

Loved and remembered by your heartbroken parents, Seamus and Breege and your brother Lorcan. ~~~~~~~~~~~~ A special day Another year A loving thought A silent tear

For our dear niece and cousin, sadly missed and always remembered by your aunts, uncles and cousins. Anniversary Mass in St. Bridget’s Church, Four Mile House on Sunday 30th July 2017 at 11am.

Loved and missed by Lisa, Barry, John, Patrick and John Anniversary Mass for Noel and Dolores Maloney will be on August 6th at 10.30am in the Sacred Heart Church Roscommon

A ray of sunshine came and went A beautiful treasure only lent In God’s keeping, quietly sleeps This son/brother We loved so much but could not keep

Always remembered and sadly missed by dad, mom, Maria and Martin Anniversary Mass on 30th of July 2017 in St. Aidan’s Church Monasteraden at 11am. Masses offered

FARRELL William (Billy) Roxboro, Roscommon. (2nd Anniversary)

In loving memory of my dear brother Billy who died on 29th July 2015 You will always be remembered and missed by your loving brother John. Anniversary Mass on Saturday July 29th 2016 in Derrane Church at 7.30 p.m.

A special word of thanks to all the doctors, nurses and staff at the Kidney Dialysis Unit 7 in Merlin Park Hospital, Galway who cared for Annie over the past eight year years while she was on dialysis. Thanks to Noreen who cared for and looked after Annie so well in both Unit 7 and the University Hospital, Galway during her stays there. To all the nurses and staff from the Dialysis Unit 7 that called to the house and offered their support, thank you. Thanks to Jean and all the staff at Chemco Pharmacy, Roscommon, for their wonderful service.

A special word of thanks to Fr. Ray Milton, Rev. Canon Peadar Lavin and Fr. Michael Somers for all the times they called to the house to visit Annie. A special word of thanks to Fr. Michael Donnelly, Parish Priest, Drumcliffe, Sligo and formerly Rahara, who celebrated Annie’s Month’s Mind Mass. Thanks to the Chaplain in University Hospital, Galway who attended to Annie, with us, as she gently passed away. Thanks to Willie and the choir for the beautiful singing at the Funeral Mass, to the altar servers, readers, Eucharistic Ministers, Sacristan and all who participated in the Liturgy. A special word of thanks to Pat Pierse, a relative of the family, who sang ‘A Mother’s Love is a Blessing’ so beautifully. This was a favourite song of Annie’s. Sincere thanks to the funeral directors, Tom and Pat Smyth, for the professional and dignified manner in which they carried out the funeral arrangements. Thanks to the gravediggers who prepared Annie’s final resting place. To our friend and neighbours who sat at Annie’s bedside for the three nights, sincere thanks.

A silent thought, a quiet prayer For a special person in God’s care No matter how life changes No matter what we do A special place within our hearts is always kept for you Loved and missed always by your loving wife Mary, daughters Noreen, Maura, Niamh, Trish, Sile, Mandy, sons Gerry, Sean, Tommy, Michael, Padraig and Coman, sons-in-law, daughters-inlaw, grandchildren and sister Mary and sister-in-law Eileen.

Masses offered Sadly missed by his wife Mary, daughters Annmarie, and Norrie, sons-in-law and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass Saturday 29th of July at 8pm in St. Michael’s Church, Glinsk.

Thank you to Dr. Michael Lynn, the doctors, nurses and staff at the Medical Centre, Roscommon. Thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at Roscommon University Hospital and University Hospital, Galway and to the paramedics and ambulance personnel for all their kind help.

Tibarney, Four Roads, Co. Roscommon 2nd August 2015 (2nd Anniversary)

In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather Who died on the 2nd of August, 2015 R.I.P. Fondly remembering our neighbour and friend “Billy” on his second anniversary. From Karen, Dave, Chantelle and Richard, Anniversary Mass on Saturday July 29th 2016 in Derrane Church at 7.30 p.m.

On Annie’s first anniversary, her sons Con and Aidan and extended family wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to everybody who sympathised with us on our recent bereavement on the sad passing of Annie, a loved mother. The family greatly appreciate all who attended at the house, funeral Mass and burial and all who travelled long distances. Sincere thanks to all who phoned, sent mass cards, letters, mass enrolments and made donations to the Dialysis Unit in Merlin Park Hospital, Galway which were gratefully received.

We wish to express our deepest appreciation to Fr. Ray Milton and Rev. Canon Peadar Lavin who officiated at the mass and burial. Thanks to Fr. Ray Milton and Fr. Michael Somers who called to the house to pray with us and to offer us their support and blessings.

Roxboro, Roscommon.

Softly in the morning You heard a gentle call You took the hand God offered you And quietly left us all The day you left us Our hearts just broke in two The smallest part is still with us And the biggest part with you For the rest of our lives We will miss you Our secret tears still flow Oh how we really loved you No one will ever know We miss your smile Your joking ways We miss the things you used to say And when old times we do recall It’s then we miss you most of all

Scregg, Knockcroghery, Co. Roscommon Who died on the 30th July, 2016 in her 77th year. (1st Anniversary)

MULRY John

FARRELL William (Billy) In loving memory of Tom who died on 30th July 2007

WARD Annie (nee Kearney)

Thanks to the Pepper Mill Restaurant, Roscommon for all your help in providing the catering service. Also to the Culleen Hall Committee for providing the use of the hall for refreshments after the burial and all that helped on the day and the previous evening in preparing the hall. A special word of thanks to all our great neighbours in Scregg, Sandfield, Corboley and surrounding areas who helped out so much at the time of Annie’s passing. Thanks to Vincent for erecting the signs and to all who assisted with the parking and traffic management. Thanks to Peter, Lily and David for the use of their field for parking and to all the lads for erecting the lights and for all the work that was done around the house. To all that helped in our house during the days of the funeral and to all who came to our home with food and refreshments we thank you so much. Thanks to Lily, Mary and Anne who provided the food for the gravediggers and brought them back to their houses. Thanks to Pat who provided us with dinner for the three days, and had been so good to Annie. Pat visited Annie every week and was with us as Annie gently passed away – your support and kindness will always be remembered. To all who helped us out in so many practical ways during Annie’s passing and in the past year, we thank you. Thanks to Irene and Siobhan for bringing Annie to Galway for dialysis on several occasions. Also to Siobhan and all the girls in the hair salon who were so good to Annie. Siobhan was such a good friend to Annie. She would call to Annie’s home to do her hair when Annie was not able to go into the salon and called to the hospital on several occasions to do her hair. We thank you so much. We would like to extend our gratitude to our own close personal friends who have provided continued support and friendship since Annie’s passing. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually we hope you will accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. Annie’s First Anniversary Mass will be offered in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery on Saturday, 29th of July at 7 pm. Eternal rest grant onto her O Lord, May perpetual light shine upon her, May she rest in peace. Amen

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News/SportsExtra This weekend’s action: The Bulmer’s Live music series continues at Leopardstown this evening with racing away at 5.55 pm and music after the last race is by The Stunning. Today also sees racing at Greenmount Park, Limerick with a national hunt card away at 5.35 pm. Tomorrow flat racing is at Down Royal with a 5.35 pm start and over the sticks at Wexford, away at 5.55 pm. Saturday, racing is at The Curragh, where an all flat card starts at 1.45 pm. The feature is The Extra.ie 5f Handicap and includes the Amatuer Derby over the famous 1½m course. Sunday is a day of rest for punters to relax and recharge for the week of craic, ceol agus `ol at Ballybrit at the Galway Racing Festival starting on Monday at 5.20 pm and runs for the full 7 days. Cross channel racing next week sees the start of Glorious Goodwood on Tuesday.

Friday at Kilbeggan

Horses for Courses

Last year’s winner Tulsa Jack returned to Kilbeggan last Friday for the Midlands National Handicap Chase but could only manage to finish 4th. There was a late gamble on Tony Martin’s Phil’s Magic and it paid dividends as Donagh Myler got him up in the shadow of the post to win by a head from Mr Boss Man with Net D’Ecosse 3l away in 3rd.

Racing news Dual Oaks champion Enable is an intended runner in the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot on Saturday. John Gosden’s exceptional filly will now take on the older generations for the first time. Congrats to Roscommon Course Manager Michael Finneran, part of the John James Feane Partnership, whose Park Row won over 1m 4f at Gowran Park on Saturday. It was the gelding’s third win and he is trained on the Curragh by Johnny Feane and was ridden by Gary Halpin.

Competition corner

by Tom Red

Our next competition is for tickets to Roscommon on August 8th and to win please tell us the name of Michael Finner-

an’s horse that won in Gowran Park last Saturday? To win tickets for Kilbeggan on August 12th, we want to know which horse won the Midlands National at the track last Friday? Answers for the Roscommon competition please on a post card to The Roscommon People, Abbey Street Roscommon or by e-mail to tomred17@gmail. com by 12 pm on Wednesday, August 2nd for the Roscommon competition and don’t forget to include your name, address and a contact phone number. For Kilbeggan, the closing date is 12 pm on August 9th.

Ballybrit Preview 2017 Sunday provides a much appreciated rest day for punters before they head west for 7 long days of mixed racing at Ballybrit in Galway. On Monday, the first day of the Galway Festival starts with the Radisson Hotel and Galway Bay Hotel Novice Hurdle over 2m with 15 potential runners at 5.20 pm and the second is the Easyfix Handicap Hurdle over 2m with 45 entered. The third on the card is the Claregalway hotel. ie maiden, 21 runners, followed by the Claytonhotelgalway.ie handicap, 34 runners, both over 7f. The feature race, Connacht Hotel Handicap for the amateurs, is at 7.40 pm with 40 entries. The 18 runner 1m 4f Eventus Handicap is the penultimate race on the card which closes with a 2m bumper for amateur riders and 27 entries. A horse to note in the opening hurdle is DK Weld’s Aydoun. Weld got rid of most of his NH horses recently and let this be a pointer. The 2nd is a wide open handicap and in the 3rd Medal Of Honour would not be winning out of turn. In another open handicap you might have Nothing To Lose by following the name e/w. The feature again looks wide open and all amateur riders love to put this race on their CV. Dermot Weld has a great record in this race both as a trainer and rider and his Ezanak won’t be far away at the death. I see that Sean Byrne has again stepped up Miss Mardan and she cannot be ruled out as she keeps pulling out the stops in her races and I wish Martin and Brendan the best of luck. In the penultimate, Hyperdrive is

Shadow Catcher leads the field with Lord Scoundrel (noseband) and Alelchi Inois right in last year’s race.

looking for a hattrick for Jessica Harrington and may oblige. In the bumper all the top are represented and Robbie McNamara has 2, Analytical Mindset 3rd in Cork and Dasmyhoss 3rd in Leopardstown, both placed in bumpers and his selection is worth taking an each-way chance with. Day 2 opens at 5.20 pm with the Colm Quinn BMW Novice hurdle over 2m. The next is the Latin Quarter Chase over 2m 2f, sponsored by businesses in Galway’s Latin Quarter. The first flat race the Colm Quinn BMW Fillies Mdn and Caulfield Industrial Mdn both also sponsored by the EBF are run over the minimum 7f. The featured Colm Quinn BMW Mile Handicap over 1m has 44 entries of which only 18 will get a run is off at 7.40 pm. There are 8 English raiders entered. The last 2 races are sponsored by Caulfield Industrial with the penultimate a 1m race and closing with a 7f race, both handicaps. Tote Ireland sponsor the entire Wednesday card including the feature of the week for most race goers with the Tote.com Galway Plate. Note that racing starts at 3.15 pm with a maiden hurdle over followed by a mares handicap hurdle both over 2m and the feature is at 5.35 pm. The third is a 2m5f handicap hurdle with a 1m 4f maiden confined to amateur riders fourth on the card.

How the bookies see it…

Kerry are the raging hot favourites at 1/5 to march on to the All-Ireland Football Semi-Finals. They will be facing a confident Galway team who demolished Donegal over the weekend. The Tribesmen can be backed at 9/2 and if you fancy getting involved in the handicap betting, Kerry -6 is 6/5

with Galway +6 available at 5/6. Connacht champions Roscommon go into their quarter-final as the 5/2 underdogs. Mayo needed extra-time to get past Cork last Saturday, but they are in the quarter-finals once again and are 2/5 to make it through to the last four.

Our four-legged fans… As football fever sweeps the county – the province indeed – even the dogs in the street know something very special is afoot.

Readers sent us some photos of suitably enthusiastic dogs, our canine friends getting in the mood for Croker! Well, we are the underdogs! Poppy will be hoping the Roscommon players keep ‘popping’ the ball over the bar this Sunday in Croke Park! Thanks to Carol Austin for the photograph.

Pic submitted by Noel Naughton.

There are 47 entries in the Plate, including the first 6 home 12 months ago, headed by top weight Ballycasey, 3rd last year, and Alelchi Inois, 2nd, both from WP Mullins’ yard with only 5 raiders from cross channel. Trainers WP Mullins and Henry de Bromhead each have 8 entered and owners Michael O’Leary through Gigginstown Stud has 10 horses entered with JP McManus 4. There will be a maximum of 22 runners permitted on the day and I expect Alelchi Inois, 6th in 2015 behind Shanahan’s Turn, or Ballycasey to be in the shake up at the top of the hill. Ruby’s riding arrangements will be a good guide. Two 1m flat races follow first a handicap and the penultimate is a maiden. Racing closes with another handicap, this time over 2m. Thursday is Guinness Day with the Galway Hurdle the feature and 40 entries headed by WP Mullins’ Clondaw Warrior on 11-10 along with English raider John Constable. JP McManus has 8 entered and John Quinn’s English raider may prove the best of them on the bottom of the handicap. Tony Martin, a good man in a top handicap has Thomas Edison and Pyromaniac entered and they must be respected. Racing starts at 1.40 pm with the feature at 4.35 pm. Thursday is also Ladies Day with a host of great prizes so ladies get out you Sunday best and pencil in Galway next Thursday.

GAA People

No, NOT the new Rossie mascot… There’s absolutely nothing despicable about Roscommon, Mayo or Galway football…on the contrary, all three Connacht counties have a distinguished GAA tradition, play with flair and are on the crest of a wave (etc., etc., etc….!). Nope, these minions (from the very popular Despicable Me) are appearing on this page for no particular reason, except that one of the People’s Graphics’ team had a (rare) spare moment or two earlier this week….!

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Sports People

Making a SPLASH!

Ironman comes to Lanesboro See page 62 Niall Mulvihill, Lanesboro Triathlon Club readies himself for the Lanesboro Triathlon Ironman Distance Charity Swim in aid of MS Ireland (Longford and Roscommon). Picture: Andrew Fox.

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Unpredictable football! Who saw that coming?

Mayo were pushed all the way against Cork last weekend.

Who would be a pundit? The two games last weekend in the football championship were utterly unpredictable and no one saw Galway being able to beat Donegal by 15 points, running up 4-17 in the process. I know that Donegal were very poor on the night but Galway were a totally different team than the one we saw in Salthill two weeks previously. But it was a very poor game. Despite their heroics against Donegal it is hard to see them being able to cope with Kerry. The Mayo Cork game was extraordinary. It was one of the

most thrilling games of football I have seen in years but it defied analysis. At least three times in the game Mayo looked like they would pull away to win easily but each time Cork came back. Mayo were just about the better team over the 98 minutes of football but how many times can they go to the well of character, heart and resilience before their luck runs out? Mayo are often criticised for having a poor attack but last Sunday they scored an impressive 0-27 and Aidan O’Shea, Cillian O’Connor, Diarmuid O’Connor

Hurling was a let-down last weekend! Usually at this time of the year we are waxing lyrical about the hurling championship. I watched both games last weekend and I have to say they were poor enough. Tipperary were lucky against a Clare team who missed too many scoring chances and Waterford v Wexford was a tactical bore of a game. The way Galway and Cork play the game is far more attractive. I would warmly fancy Cork against Waterford but Tipperary v Galway will be a far more evenly matched encounter. Tipperary may not be as good as they were last year but they have some marvellous players. If they turn it on, Galway will have to be at their very best to beat them. Pairc Uí Chaoimh looks like a fantastic stadium on TV but there are huge access problems and anyone who has attended a big game there in the past will know about the traffic chaos there. But the stadium is there now and it is up to the powers that be to sort out the access. I’m sure it can be done.

and Andy Moran all played well. In fact, it was their defence that looked dodgy. Cork went down fighting and they will be looking for a new manager in the next few weeks. They have plenty of talent and all they need is the right man to run the show for them. It is fantastic that there are three Connacht teams in the last eight of the football championship and there will be a huge exodus heading east from early on Sunday morning. I have to say I am really looking forward to it.

Exciting times for Roscommon soccer The news that St. Peter’s FC, Athlone and Boyle Celtic are to join the Roscommon & District Football League is very welcome. The league has always been very well organised and these two strong clubs will certainly add to the league in terms of quality. Boyle have been very successful in recent years and their run to the semi-finals of the FAI Junior Cup earlier this year will live long in the memory. Exciting times ahead for the league and well done to all concerned.

Championship Watch

game of the weekend All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final Mayo v Roscommon on Sunday in Croke Park at 4 pm Jordan Spieth survived a wobble to land the British Open last weekend.

Great Drama at British Open! The British Open at Birkdale provided sports fans with some incredible drama over the four days but especially on Sunday as Jordan Spieth battled his way to a sensational win. He looked good on all three days leading up to the final round but when the pressure came on he cracked. From a position where he was three shots ahead, he found himself one behind with only six holes to play. Some luck (on the 13th) and then some un-

believable play saw him cruise to victory and for someone so young (24) he has incredible selfconfidence and belief. He edged out Matt Kuchar in the end. Kuchar is a very nice man but seems to lack the ruthless streak that you need to be a champion. Spieth certainly has that trait and he will go on to win many more majors with his mindset. For Rory McIlroy, it was another case of what might have been and now there is only one more

chance for him to win a major championship this year. That certainly was not in the plan! He is blowing too hot and cold and needs to be able to put four solid rounds together. There is also good news for sports fans about the USPGA Championship as the BBC have secured the broadcast rights for the final major of the year, an event which Sky TV lost. Peter Alliss and Ken Brown will be back in business!

Tour doubts remain

Chris Froome won his fourth Tour de France last week.

There is no reason to doubt that Chris Froome is genuine and is as clean as a whistle but it is only human nature that one would have doubts about him after he won the Tour de France for the fourth time last weekend. It is the most gruelling sport of all but given that it has been riddled with drug taking over the last number of decades it is natural that people would be suspicious. I hope he is genuine because to win it four times in the modern era is a serious achievement.

The game is previewed in detail elsewhere in the sports section this week. I think it will be a cracking contest. Roscommon to beat Galway and Mayo in the same year in the championship...Why not? Match odds: Mayo 4/11, Roscommon 3/1, Draw 8/1. Prediction: Roscommon

All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final Galway v Kerry on Sunday in Croke Park at 2 pm Having scored 4-17 against Donegal last Saturday, one might say that Galway should be fancied to cause an upset against Kerry but Donegal were so poor this will be a totally different prospect for Kevin Walsh’s charges. Kerry look like a side on a mission and their full-forward line looks lethal. Galway will not get the space they got against Donegal. Match odds: Kerry 2/9, Galway 4/1, Draw 12/1. Prediction: Kerry

All-Ireland qualiﬁers Round 4 on Saturday in Croke Park Monaghan v Down at 5 pm A repeat of the game where Down overwhelmed Monaghan in Ulster with a fiercely intense display, which caught them on the hop. I would say Monaghan are relishing the chance to get another crack at Down and this time they will not get caught. Match odds: Monaghan 4/11, Down 3/1, Draw 10/1. Prediction: Monaghan

Armagh v Kildare at 7 pm Armagh have done well to get this far but this looks like a very good Kildare team and if they can repeat their Leinster final form they should get through here without too much fuss. Match odds: Kildare 1/2, Armagh 2/1, Draw 8/1. Prediction: Kildare

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SPORTING WORLD WITH DAN DOONER

@dan_dooner

Meeting the fans on ‘Road to Croker’ THE LEAD STORY Dan Dooner Before I begin, let me just say that technology is fantastic. It obviously plays a huge role in bringing this newspaper to readers right across Roscommon and further afield. I’m a big fan of technology. Right. Now that that’s out of the way, let me just say that the most enjoyable part of this job is not playing around with Photoshop (sorry Devaney!) or sifting

through emails. It’s the simple act of jumping in the car and going out to meet people. Whether it’s Creggs, Loughglynn, Knockcroghery or Ballaghaderreen, it’s always a pleasure to sit down with real people in the flesh. Our ‘Road to Croker’ feature was a rather simple (but very effective) idea, albeit one which also involved the use of technology and the impressive

In the sporting diary .... Castlerea’s Fundraising Classic Castlerea Golf Club will host a Fundraising Classic on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (4th, 5th and 6th). Teams of four of any combination welcome. For timesheet and further details contact Mickey on 087-1278066.

Captain’s Prize in Roscommon The first day of the Captain’s Prize takes place this Saturday (29th). timesheet in the foyer of the clubhouse.

Soccer with the Masters! The RDFL Umbro Masters Cup kicks off this Saturday at 7 pm as Dunmore Town entertain Shiven Rovers and Skyvalley Rovers welcome CB Trotters. Skyvalley and Dunmore played out an entertaining 1-1 draw last Sunday evening in the league.

skills of Andrew Fox and Emma Healy. It was great fun and it seemed to go down well with fans across the county. It was terrific meeting up with people like Canon Liam Devine, the Hesters and Mick Jordan in Loughglynn or John Murray, John Caulfield, David O’Connor and the Roscommon, Galway and Mayo fans in Murray’s in Knockcroghery. It was also great craic refereeing Roscommon and Mayo fans in Ballaghaderreen! At the end of the day, the essence of Gaelic

football is not Sky Sports, Sunday Game pundits or corporate packages in Croke Park. It’s the local communities and parishes that have been there long before any of those modern trimmings and will continue to be there regardless of what’s trending on Twitter or anywhere else. The Roscommon People prides itself in being right at the heart of the community and it was a real pleasure to offer a platform for football fans across the county so thanks for having us!

Joseph Hester speaking to Dan Dooner, Roscommon People in Loughglynn last week. Picture: Andrew Fox

Ironman in Lanesboro! Pictured at the launch of Lanesboro Triathlon Ironman Distance Charity Swim in aid of MS Ireland (Longford and Roscommon) were Matthew Jordan, Frank O’Connor, Lanesboro Triathlon Club, Cormac Hoare, Lanesboro Triathlon Club, Niall Mulvihill, Lanesboro Triathlon Club, Wesley Jordan, Patsy and Pat Burke, Roscommon branch, MS Ireland. The Lanesboro Triathlon Ironman Distance Charity Swim takes place on Monday, August 7th. Picture: Andrew Fox.

Sporting week on Tweet Street Strokestown GAA @ StrokestownGaa Some of the lads had the grad the other night… #EnoughSaid (Enough said indeed.)

Paddy Power @paddypower Annual spending on defence: USA £820bn Cuba £700m Man City £200m Bosnia £180m Congo £135m (I wouldn’t trust a City goalkeeper to hold a grenade though.)

Pat Nolan @pat_nolan For the first time in the history of the All-Ireland SHC, there will be no Leinster county in the last four. #GAA (A province in transition?)

The sporting brief Handball

Top class action! Last Friday St. Coman’s played host to one of the best underage matches seen in Connacht in recent years when Michael Egan took on last year’s AllIreland Minor runner-up Diarmuid Mulkerrins from Galway in the Minor Connacht semi-final. Some excellent finishing from the Moycullen youngster saw him take the first 21-16. The second was more of the same, but the crucial difference was Mulkerrins’ ability to kill when any reasonable opportunity presented itself. Michael kept going to the very end but just couldn’t claw back the early lead Mulkerrins had built up

and eventually the Moycullen lad took a hugely entertaining match 21-16, 21-12.

Darts

Egan again! Last Friday’s Hollywood Bar Superleague came down to a tussle between two of the county’s in form players: Mick Egan booked his final spot thanks to wins over Pat Egan (3-1) in the quarter-finals and John Paul Feeney (3-0) in the semifinals while Mick Kilroe defeated Ken Turkington (3-0) and Joe Elliffe (3-2) in the knockout stages. The final itself proved to be a thrilling affair with both players putting on a top class display. In the end, there could only be one winner however, and it

Roscommon CBS student Peter McConn recently took part in the Junior Tour of Ireland cycle race in Ennis, Co. Clare with Cycling Leinster. Peter was supported by Philip Wade, John Wall and all at Cycling Leinster.

was Egan who triumphed 3-0.

Golf

Castlerea to the Fore! Castlerea Golf Club recently took top honours at the Foreclub Alliance competition.

In the ladies’ event, Kathy Burke took top spot with 43 points with Laura Griffith (38) and Valerie Rabbitt (38) in second and third respectively. Fr. Joe Poole was best of the men with 42 points followed by Gerry McDonagh (40) and Billy Molloy (39).

Last Friday’s scramble was won by Celia Mulligan, Eugene Flanagan and Sean Fleming. The Hession Cup ladies’ competition was won by Kay O’Loughlin with 65 points while the recent men’s competition was won by Sean Naughton with 43.

In Athlone, the Hodson Bay Cup was won by Adrian Kelly with Padraig O’Connor in second and the best gross going to Thomas O’Connor. Meanwhile, W. Nott won the AWGS competition, Jack O’Kelly Lynch claimed the Wednesday Open and Brendan Mahon took the most recent Plumbers Competition. Anna Walsh was best of the ladies in last week’s event. Finally to Roscommon, where Annie Timothy’s Captain’s Prize took place last week. The winners were as follows: 1st: Geraldine Hoban, 136; 2nd: Mary Seymour, 143; Gross: Paula Keane, 163; 3rd: Mary O’Keeffe, 144; 1st 18 holes: Aileen O’Gara, 68; 2nd 18 holes: Gertie Spillane, 72; Beginners: Martina Bren-

nan; Junior Girls: Ailbhe Donnellan; Past Captains: Mary Seymour; Lady Captain’s Prize to men: Pat Finneran, 20 points. The Men’s 1914 Captain’s Cup was won by Gerry Finn with a 66 ahead of Brian Feeley (67) and Seamus O’Donghaile (68). Kevin Connaughton won the Weekly Open and the senior competitions were won by Jim Tunney (men’s) and Mary Mellett (ladies’).

Pitch and Putt

Woodview winners! Bernadette Doyle had the best nett score at Bealnamulla recently while Mary Cunniffe hit the best gross. They were followed by Marie Naughton and Ita Shanahan respectively.

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Tribesmen battle The Kingdom in Croker Who will face champions in last 8?

All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final Kerry v Galway on Sunday in Croke Park at 2 pm. Referee: David Coldrick (Meath)  SEAMUS DUKE

Early comers to headquarters on Sunday will see a fascinating clash between a rejuvenated Galway and a Kerry side who are not only gunning for a place in the last four but who also want to recapture the Sam Maguire. It is not often that a team who scored 4-17 in their last championship game (against Donegal) would be rank outsiders to win an All-Ireland Quarter-Final but that is where Galway find themselves as they clash with Kerry who cruised through Munster impressively. Galway were flat in so many departments in the Connacht Final and their players, management and supporters will have been glad that they got another chance to show what they can do in the qualifiers.

They were very impressive against Donegal in Sligo last weekend. But the big question is: how bad were Donegal? Johnny Heaney, Damien Comer, Michael Daly, Tom Flynn, Shane Walsh and Gareth Bradshaw were outstanding and Galway will seek to build on those performances. However, even though Donegal were so well beaten there were still signs of weakness in the Galway full-back line, and if that follows through to this Sunday then Galway will be in trouble. Paul Geaney, Kieran Donaghy and James O’Donoghue form the most potent attacking line in football at the moment and Galway will be stretched to the full by that Kerry trio. Kerry are also very strong at midfield and Tom Flynn and Paul Conroy will have their hands full with An-

GAA Fixtures Friday, July 28th Hodson Bay Hotels AFL Division 1 At Orchard Park: Elphin v Clan na nGael. 8 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JBFC - Section A At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Kilbride. 8.15 pm Saturday, July 29th Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 3 At Kilronan Park: St. Ronan’s v Ballinameen. 7.30 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JAFC - Section A At Kilglass: Kilglass Gaels v Clann na nGael. 6 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JBFC - Section A At Ballinlough: Michael Glavey’s v Elphin. 7 pm At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v St. Croan’s. 7 pm Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JBFC - Section B At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v St. Faithleach’s. 7 pm At Kilglass: Kilglass Gaels v Fuerty. 7.45 pm Sunday, July 30th All-Ireland SFC Quarter-Final At Croke Park: Roscommon v Mayo. 4 pm

GAA Results Mulryan Construction AFL Division 2 Creggs 2-12 St. Dominic’s 1-8 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers AFL Division 3 St. Barry’s 1-10 Kilglass Gaels 0-9 Shannon Gaels 2-22 Clann na nGael 1-10 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JAFC - Section A Clann na nGael 2-14 Western Gaels 2-1 St. Brigid’s 5-17 St. Ronan’s 0-6 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JAFC - Section B Roscommon Gaels 1-10 Strokestown 1-7 Ballinameen 0-11 St. Joseph’s 0-6 Strokestown 0-23 Castlerea St. Kevin’s 3-6 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JBFC - Section A Elphin 2-11 St. Croan’s 1-4 Seamus Carthy Auctioneers JBFC - Section B Boyle W/O Fuerty St. Faithleach’s 1-20 Kilmore 2-9 Boyle W/O Kilglass Gaels

Galway will be hoping for a big performance from Tom Flynn (pictured here after the Connacht Final with Conor Devaney) in this Sunday’s All-Ireland Quarter-Final showdown with Kerry. Pic: Andrew Fox

thony Maher and David Moran. If Galway are to have any chance they must get ball into Damien Comer, Shane Walsh and the attack. Galway always play well on the big occasion in Croke Park. They will

give Kerry plenty to think about and it may not be as one sided as a lot of people think. But it’s very hard not to side with Kerry given the quality that they have on the field and the strength of their bench as well. I am expecting an

excellent game of football to open proceedings on Sunday but I expect Kerry to win it by four or five points. Match odds: Kerry 1/5, Galway 9/2, Draw 12/1. Prediction: Kerry

Ladies update Abbey Hotel Ladies SFC Kilbride 2-15 Strokestown 1-5 Shannon Gaels 1-14 St. Brigid’s 2-9 Clann na nGael 7-21 Pádraig Pearses 5-5 Hydrotech Water Supplies IFC Western Gaels 5-12 Michael Glavey’s 2-6 Kilglass Gaels 4-9 St. Ciaran’s 2-9 Éire Óg 4-15 Boyle 2-11 Keenan’s Bar & Restaurant JAFC Quarter-Finals Castlerea 5-12 St. Dominic’s 1-9 St. Faithleach’s 2-12 Ballinameen 2-6 St. Barry’s 3-20 St. Croan’s 3-1 St. Mary’s 4-12 Oran 3-10 Keenans Bar & Restaurant JBFC Kilbride 4-7 Four Roads 3-7

Fixtures Abbey Hotel Ladies SFC Shannon Gaels v Pádraig Pearses St. Brigid’s v Kilbride Clann na nGael v Strokestown Hydrotech Water Supplies IFC Boyle v Western Gaels Michael Glavey’s v St. Ciaran’s Kilglass Gaels v Éire Óg Keenan’s Bar & Restaurant JBFC Kilmore v Four Roads Roscommon Gaels v Kilbride

Pictured recently in Hannon’s Hotel was Sean Mulryan of Ballymore Properties presenting a set of jerseys to Caroline Connaughton, Roscommon Camogie captain. Also in the photo are Martina Quinn Ballymore Properties; Geraldine Beattie Greene; chairperson, Roscommon Camogie and Belinda Dooley, vice-chairperson, Roscommon Camogie Board.

Underage update

Kepak Roscommon SHC Round-up

Pearses edge Dominic’s Pádraig Pearses 1-15 St. Dominic’s 3-6 Pádraig Pearses eased into the semi-finals but were given a stern test by St. Dominic’s. An early goal from Oisin Kelly helped Pearses into a commanding position at the end of the first quarter but Mickey Joe Egan’s goal for the Knockcroghery men ensured that they only trailed by six at half-time. But Dominic’s played their best hurling in the third quarter. A goal from a penalty and a point from Naos Connaughton saw the sides level by the 40th minute. Pearses pulled away in the final quarter with Daniel Glynn accurate from frees. Pearses now face Oran in the semi-final. Scorers for Pearses: D Glynn (0-9), O Kelly (1-0), T Seale, T Cogavin, JP Dolan, J O’Donoghue, D Staunton and S Sweeney (01) each. St. Dominic’s: N Connaughton (2-1), M Beirne (0-4), MJ Egan (1-0), T Doyle (0-1).

Roads continue

Oran through!

Four Roads 1-16 Athleague 2-7 Four Roads’ quest to recapture the Mickey Cunniffe Cup continued against Athleague last weekend when they eased past the home side with an impressive display. With the aid of a well-taken goal from their best player Johnny Coyne, Four Roads led by 1-7 to 0-1 at halftime. Athleague improved on the resumption and Eamon Bannon scored a goal on the rebound in the 45th minute. Despite Eamon Flanagan adding a second goal from a free, Four Roads were by far the most impressive side and now they await the play-offs to see who they will face in the last four. Scorers for Four Roads: J Coyne (1-7), D Dolan (0-3), J Lawlor (0-2), S Curley, M Kelly, J Moran and E Rogerson (0-1) each. Athleague: E Flanagan (1-6), E Bannon (1-0), C Kelly (01).

Oran 1-9 Roscommon Gaels 0-12 Oran are through to the semi-final despite this draw against a battling Roscommon Gaels. Eamon Kenny’s goal helped Oran into a 1-5 to 0-7 lead at half-time with Gary Waldron playing well for the town side. Indeed it was fitting that Waldron grabbed the equaliser late in the game but it was a match that will not live long in the memory. Scorers for Oran: E Kenny (1-1), J Fallon (03), S McDermott and G Keenan (0-2) each, M Dwyer (0-1). Roscommon Gaels: G Waldron and P Lennon (0-4) each, C Egan (0-3), B Mullen (0-1). Note: The losers’ group semi-finals will be played this coming Saturday in Athleague. At 5.30 pm: Athleague v Roscommon Gaels. At 7 pm: Tremane v St. Dominic’s. Extra-time will be played in the event of a draw in both games.

Thursday, July 27th O’Rourke Fireplaces & Stoves MFC Division 1 (7.30 pm) At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Clann na nGael At Rockfield: Oran v St. Brigid’s iQ Financial MFC Division 2 At St. Dominic’s: St. Dominic’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards. 7.30 pm At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v St. Ciaran’s. 8.15 pm Paul Earley Consulting MFC Division 3 At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg v Kilglass Gaels-St. Barry’s. 7.30 pm At Ballyforan: St. Aidan’s v Kilbride. 7.30 pm At Abbey Park: Boyle v St. Faithleach’s. 8.15 pm King & Moffatt Building Services MFC Division 4 At Ardcarne Park: St. Michael’s-St. Ronan’s v Michael Glavey’s. 7.30 pm At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Western Gaels. 8.15 pm Integrated Risk Solutions U-14 Division 1 At Pairc an Phiarsaigh: Pádraig Pearses v St. Ciaran’s. 7 pm At Abbey Park: Boyle v Roscommon Gaels. 7 pm At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v St. Brigid’s. 7.30 pm Oakwood Nursing Home U-14 FC Division 2 At Kilmore: KilmoreShannon Gaels v Kilglass Gaels-St. Barry’s. 7.30 pm Rogue & Co Cafe U-14 FC Division 3 At Michael Glavey’s: Michael Glavey’s v St. Aidan’s. 7.30 pm At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v Clann na nGael. 7.30 pm At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Oran. 7.30 pm Casey’s Auto Centre U-14 FC Division 4 At Enfield: St. Croan’s v Pádraig Pearses. 7 pm Casey’s Auto Centre U-14 FC Division 4 (7.30 pm) At Orchard Park: Elphin-Ballinameen v Roscommon Gaels At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v St. Brigid’s At James Timothy Park: Éire Óg v Boyle Friday, July 28th O’Rourke Fireplaces & Stoves MFC Division 1 At Strokestown: Strokestown v Roscommon Gaels. 7.30 pm Saturday, July 29th SolanoTech U-16 Hurling League Knockout At Athleague: Tooreen v Carrick Hurling Club (St. Mary’s). 12 pm Sunday, July 30th The Pepper Mill U-17 Group A At Rockfield: Oran v Pádraig Pearses. 12 pm The Pepper Mill U-17 Group B At Lisnamult: Roscommon Gaels v St. Dominic’s. 12 pm

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