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The CYCLING Father ACCIDENT Flanagan Group based in the Parish of Ballintubber-Ballymoe involved in a cycling hasIf you thiswere week announced accident contact the opening of a new visiCarolan tor centreByrne to honour Fr. EdCunningham Solicitors ward J Flanagan, founder of the world-renowned Boys Town in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. With the support of the Diocese of Elphin, the Father Flanagan Group has completed the renovation of the presbytery in Ballymoe to become the diocesan and national focal point for commemoration of Father Flanagan in Ireland, where visitors can learn about his life and mission. The renovation work, costing approximately €70,000, commenced in 2021 with funding for the project obtained through donations, from the Diocese of Elphin, as well as very generous sponsorship moe. A life-size statue of from the Father Flanagan Father Flanagan, designed by the American sculpLeague in the USA. This follows on from tor Fred Hoppe, already previous Father Flanagan proudly stands at the site of projects that have already the local Community Cenbeen completed in Bally- tre, while the Father Flanagan Memorial Garden, constructed in 2016, lies at the rear of the new visitor centre, beside St. Croan’s Church. The garden is carefully laid out to reflect the life and work of Father Flanagan. From a family of eleven, Edward Flanagan emigrated from Ballymoe to America with his sister Nellie, sailing out of Queenstown in Cork on the S.S. Celtic and arrived at Ellis Island, New York on August 27th 1904. He was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Omaha
on July 26th, 1912. Often described as Ireland’s greatest gift to America, his life story was made famous by the Hollywood film ‘Boys Town’ starring Spencer Tracey and Mickey Rooney in 1938. The film won Spencer Tracey an Oscar for his portrayal of Father Flanagan. Upon receiving the Oscar, he gifted it to Father Flanagan at Boys Town, where it remains today. Father Flanagan was also a close confidante of US President Harry Truman. He undertook several foreign missions on behalf of the US Government, to highlight the plight of displaced and abandoned children in Japan and Europe after World War II. It was on one such foreign
Presidential mission in Germany in 1948 that he died. He is buried in Boys Town, and his tomb there receives thousands of visitors annually. The cause for the Canonisation of Father Flanagan was opened in 2015 by the Father Flanagan League in Omaha and is currently with the Vatican. He has the title of Servant of God Edward J Flanagan. Recently, Father Flanagan has been included in the primary school religious education programme, ‘Grow in Love’ as a Christian Hero under the social justice lesson for 6th Class. On Sunday 21st August, the celebrations in Ballymoe will commence with Mass at 10 am in St. Croan’s Church, celebrated
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by Bishop Kevin Doran. The opening and blessing of the Centre will take place after Mass, followed by light refreshments in Ballymoe Community Centre. A delegation is expected to arrive in Ballymoe from Omaha as many Nebraskans will be in Ireland this month to see their football team, the Nebraska Huskers, play in the Aviva stadium, and some will take the opportunity to visit Father Flanagan’s home village of Ballymoe during their trip. All are welcome to join the celebrations in Ballymoe on Sunday, August 21st. The Father Flanagan Visitor Centre will be open from 11 am to 2 pm, Monday 22nd – Saturday 27th August.
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NewsPeople newsbriefs Free training in watercraft and water conservation along Suck Valley Way A free introductory training course in watercraft and water conservation will be offered to communities along the Suck Valley Way as part of National Heritage Week. Participants can learn more about the ecology, wildlife and biodiversity of local streams, rivers, loughs and wetlands while also gaining some practical and hands-on engagement. Ken Whelan and Jackie Hunt will be on hand to introduce you to the fascinating ecology and wildlife of the rivers, streams and loughs found along the River Suck. The course will be held this Saturday (August 13th) from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm, and on Sunday, August 14th from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm. For full information on the courses and how to register contact Anthony on 086-7866774 or Ken on 086-7835900.
Ballintubber Castle Conservation Project formally launched Fine Gael Deputy Michael Ring, Roscommon Councillor Anthony Waldron and castle owner Pyers O’Conor Nash were at Ballintubber Castle last week to formally launch the castle conservation project and traditional skills programme funded by Roscommon County Council, The Heritage Council and the National Monuments Service. Over 75 people attended the launch of the project and heard from historians, archaeologists, conservation experts and heritage consultants involved in the conservation programme about how it will benefit and restore parts of Ballintubber Castle. Cllr. Waldron led the extensive efforts made by the Ballintubber Heritage Group to secure funding for the restoration of Ballintubber Castle and was delighted with the success of the launch. He said: “It has been years in the making and we are very happy for Ballintubber, for Roscommon and indeed the country. It is in the national interest that we protect such a wonderful castle and make it accessible once again for the public to enjoy”. In the afternoon, discussions focused on the restoration work already carried out by specialists Cunningham & Marine
of Westport on the south-west tower. Details and methodology of removing invasive ivy and repointing walls with traditional lime mortar were shared with the participants, as well as potential future works required to make safe and maintain the 14th century Castle walls. As part of the launch event, the Heritage Council sponsored a Traditional Skills Course at the Castle and over 45 participants learned techniques used by medieval craftsman to build the stone wall structures. Lime pointing and ancient masonry tools were ably demonstrated by Master Plasterer and Heritage Mason Damien Condon from Calx Restorations and Edward Byrne from the Traditional Lime Company discussed the merits of using lime for mortar and how the ancient lime kilns were once operated. After a full day of expert talks and demonstrations of traditional building methods and conservation techniques for protecting medieval structures like Ballintubber Castle, the Traditional Skills course participants were presented with a certificate of attendance by Cllr. Waldron and organizer Chris Southgate of conservation specialists Southgate & Associates.
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There was a good turnout for the launch of the 50th Roscommon Agricultural Show last Thursday evening at Hannon’s Hotel ahead of the big day at Hannon’s field on Saturday, August 20th. Honorary President Christy Tully said the show had survived many challenges since 1970 and said there would be no show without hardworking volunteers and loyal sponsors. Chairperson of Roscommon Industrial and Agricultural Society, Damien Hannon, also paid tribute to the show’s hardworking committee as well as loyal sponsors. Mr. Hannon also emphasised the need for younger generations to get involved in the agricultural show. “Unless we get the younger people involved we are going to fail,” he said. He also thanked the Irish Shows Association, An Garda Síochána, Roscommon Civil Defence, Roscommon County Council, Roscommon Leader Partnership, the Local Enterprise Office, and ASI. Detailing this year’s horse section, Mr. Tully highlighted the All-Ireland Yearling Filly Championship and the €2,000 prize on offer. This year’s horse section also features three new classes including the Irish Draught Foal Championship, the Quality Filly Foal and the Quality Colt Foal.
The pony section features a combination of in-hand and ridden classes with the John Mooney Perpetual Cup up for grabs for the ridden championship and the Don Dalton Cup on offer for the in-hand classes. Head of the cattle section, James Gleeson, highlighted classes for pedigree and non-pedigree cattle as well as handling and stockperson classes. Pat Naughton told those present that the sheep section this year would feature 31 classes while there are three goat classes while Oliver Flanagan highlighted the seven classes on offer in the fowl section. This year’s show will also include the usual classes for poultry, pets, farm and garden produce as well as arts and crafts, photography, the ever popular dog show and a Local Enterprise marquee for small local businesses. Founding member and guest speaker on the night, John O’Beirne, shared fond memories of some of the thrills and spills he experienced during previous shows and said Roscommon had the best cattle in the country. Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council Tom Crosby, Pat Leonard of Roscommon IFA, and Mark Donnelly of Roscommon Mart congratulated the committee on reaching such an important milestone and wished all concerned continued success.
A minute’s silence was observed last Thursday for deceased committee members Irene Hanlon, Annette Tully, and Gerry Hanlon, who have passed away since the 50th Anniversary show was Roscommon last held in Au- Agricultural Show 2022 gust 2019. The showgrounds for this year’s event open at Hannon’s field at 8 am on Saturday, August 20th and all exhibits must be ready by 9 am. Entries close on Pictured are some of the officers of the Roscommon Agricultural show who attended the launch on Thursday evening in Wednesday, August 17th. Hannon’s. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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THIS WEEK... On The Political Beat This week on the political beat, Varadkar visit, workers still waiting on pandemic payments, retailers raise energy concerns and funding boost for local walking trails…
Tánaiste to visit Roscommon today (Thursday)
Tánaiste Leo Varadkar will visit Roscommon town this afternoon (Thursday), where he will officially open local Fine Gael Senator Aisling Dolan’s office on the Square. The Fine Gael leader is expected to address the media on the new-look Square following the opening.
Workers still waiting on pandemic payments – Kerrane Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane has called on Taoiseach Micheál Martin to directly intervene to ensure that frontline workers receive the pandemic bonus payment which was signed off on by Cabinet nine months ago.
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“It has now been more than nine months since the Cabinet signed off on a pandemic bonus payment for frontline health staff. Despite this, many workers still have not received this payment that they were promised,” she said. “Frontline workers in Roscommon and Galway have been let down badly by this government’s failure to follow through on their promises. “This is absolutely unacceptable. Sinn Féin’s Health spokesperson David Cullinane has written to the Taoiseach this week, urging him to intervene directly to ensure this payment is paid promptly. The Taoiseach needs to get a grip on this issue, so that
this disrespect to frontline health staff ends”.
Murphy: ‘Retailers facing energy crisis’
Fianna Fáil Senator Eugene Murphy has warned that a number of retail supermarket owners now have serious concerns regarding rising electricity costs. Speaking this week, Senator Murphy said a number of local retailers had been in contact with him in recent weeks. “In some cases where an average size supermarket was paying €8,000 per
bill, that has now almost doubled to €15,000 and if this energy crisis was to continue they would end up with an annual bill of over €180,000. This will not be sustainable on an ongoing basis,” he said. Senator Murphy called on the Government to offer some sort of concessions to retailers and also encouraged businesses to consider erecting solar panels to offset costs.
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has this week announced funding of €23,000 for 14 walking trails in County Roscommon as part of a €1 million allocation nationally. Welcoming the news, Fine Gael Senator Aisling Dolan said: “The community groups can use this funding to maintain, improve and promote its use to locals and visitors. This vital work is done by the groups which are known as Community Trail Management Organisations. “I really look forward to the work being done on the Roscommon side of Shannonbridge all around the fortifications there which date back to Napoleonic times. These walks will be a boost to local community and tourism in the area and also great to have a café and craft shop open at the Fort. Well done to the Shannonbridge Action Group and volunteers here. “The Cloonfad Scenic Walks group have received funding for seven sections of the walking route in the area which will very much assist with maintenance. And well down to Ballintubber Tidy Towns and Enterprise Kiltullagh for successful applications for walks in their local area. The National Famine Way and the Miners Way will also receive funding”. Local Minister of State Frank Feighan also welcomed the news and said Leitrim groups would receive €14,600 while €2,000 had been allocated to Sligo.
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Mourners hear of ‘special bond’ between siblings who tragically drowned in Kerry
newsbriefs Tulsk History Society Open Day Tulsk History Society are holding an open day for National Heritage Week, on Sunday, August 21st, from 12.30 pm to 5 pm. The events taking place as part of the open day include the unveiling of Tulsk Cemetery Information Panel, the official opening of the society’s new office (including library and archives), the launch of the Tulsk Morning Howl bulletin, and the opening of the Tulsk Macra na Feirme History Exhibition. There will be traditional music performed at the Macra Hall on the day by local musicians, as well as tea and coffee. The event is open invite, and it is hoped there will be a good attendance. Tulsk History Society (THS) continues to work on larger projects, with a significant outdoor refurbishment project due to begin in the forthcoming autumn season – more information to follow soon. THS is now accepting and encouraging new articles for the September e-newsletter. The new, printed paper bulletin will be available for free pick-up locally, and has been named ‘The Tulsk Morning Howl’ after the newsletter that Percy French ‘edited’ as a youth (with contributions from his sisters and cousins). Approximately 150 years after those early days in Cloonyquinn, THS is proud to resurrect the old title, which will now consist of old newspaper reports, and just a few interesting facts from the history of the parish!
Graveyard masses in Kileenan and Ardcarne Mass will be celebrated in Kileenan Graveyard, Knockvicar, on Saturday, August 20th, at 3 pm. Mass in Ardcarne Graveyard will be celebrated on Sunday, August 21st, at 12 noon. There will be a collection taken up in Ardcarne car park. The proceeds of this collection will go towards the cost of lighting of Ardcarne Church and Graveyard.
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The funeral of the brother and sister who tragically drowned last week in County Kerry heard how they loved their adventures together and that they had a special bond. Lecarrow man, Dessie Byrne (50) and his sister Muriel Eriksson (62) lost their lives after getting into difficulty in the water on Thursday evening last. Both were originally from Baylough, Athlone and had been holidaying in the Ballybunion area when the tragedy happened. Mr. Byrne had been living in Lecarrow for a number of years with his family while Mrs. Eriksson was home on holidays from Malmo in Sweden where she lived with her family. There was an outpouring of grief in the communities of Athlone and Lecarrow following the tragedy as Taoiseach Micheál Martin and a number of local public representatives led tributes to Dessie and Muriel. The joint funeral mass took place at St. John’s Church in Lecarrow on Tuesday where the Lecarrow Lazers Cycling Club took part in a guard of honour which also included a local vintage car club. A motorcycle cortege had accompanied both hearses to the church.
Prior to the mass, a montage of pictures of both siblings was streamed online depicting the happy times they had shared with family and friends. Parish Priest Fr. Ray Milton said Dessie and Muriel were the youngest and eldest siblings in the Byrne family, and that they “had been close in life, died together, and we pray they will be reunited in heaven”. Describing Dessie and Muriel as generous and giving people who had lived life to the full, Fr. Milton said there had been shock and disbelief when news of the tragedy filtered through and that the community’s hearts went out to their families. Photos of Dessie and Muriel were brought to the altar during the offertory procession along with a cycling jersey and miniature vintage car. Moving tributes were paid by their nephew Keith Byrne, Muriel’s son John, and one of Dessie’s sons, Dean. Keith Byrne told mourners that Dessie was his partner Paulette’s soulmate for 24 years and that his sons, Dean and Josh, were “his whole life, his entire universe”. He described how Dessie had loved his adventures with Muriel and how they had a special bond.
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He thanked the emergency services and staff at University Hospital Kerry for the love and care, particularly to Dessie’s son, Josh. Muriel’s son, John, said his mother was the “most loving, caring person” he had ever met, adding: “much like her mother, Una, the best thing she knew was kids”. Dessie’s son Dean told the congregation that his father was a great man and that they did everything together. “He was always out somewhere at a show or car boot sale bringing me and Josh with him for the spin in his blue van,” he said. He thanked the community for their love and support and Dessie Byrne, RIP. concluded by saying: “It’s sad enough losing your dad, but it’s so much worse when you not only lose your dad but your aunt. “I haven’t been able to fully grieve for Muriel yet, and it hasn’t fully sunk in that she’s gone. I’ll miss being handed the phone and seeing her big smile on Facetime asking me about school and work”. Mr. Byrne was laid to rest in the local cemetery while Mrs. Eriksson’s cremation took place yesterday (Wednesday) at Lakelands Crematorium in Cavan. Muriel Eriksson, RIP.
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Roscommon Library Free Events Saturday 13 August 2022: 10am to 4.30pm
Family History Clinics with Eilish Feeley, Genealogist in Roscommon Library Places limited. Booking required. Email: irishclannconnections@gmail.com
Saturday 20 August 2022: 10am to 1pm
Craft Demonstrations and Display with Patricia O’Flaherty in Strokestown Library
Thursday 18 August 2022: at 6.30pm
‘The Crofton Estate Through the Ages’ – Mote Park Crofton Estate Map Books A talk by Eilish Feeley in Roscommon Library All welcome
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Full details of all events: www.heritageweek.ie/event-listings
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Host of events to celebrate National Heritage Week In keeping with this year’s theme of sustainable heritage and biodiversity, community groups and individuals have organised over 30 events to mark National Heritage Week 2022… Saturday, August 13th ‘Family History Clinic’ with genealogist Eilish Feeley in Roscommon County Library, 10 am - 4.30 pm, booking required. ‘Biodiversity Walk & Picnic’ in the Native Woodland Trust Nature Reserve, Lecarrow, 11 am – 3 pm, booking required. ‘Athleague Remembers Aleen Cust 1868 - 1937’ with Athleague Tidy Towns and Aleen Cust Memorial Society in Athleague Community Centre, 11 am – 2 pm. ‘Dig It’ a fun, educational, hands-on archaeological experience for children 3+ in Lough Key Forest & Activity Park, 11 am – 4 pm. ‘Douglas Hyde Interpretive Centre’, near Frenchpark, 11 am - 3.30 pm, free admission. ‘Guided Farm Walk in the Rathcroghan Archaeological Complex’ brought to you by Farming Rathcroghan EIP, 11.30 am - 1.30 pm, booking required. ‘Bog Walk on Ballydangan Bog’ with Ballydangan Bog Red Grouse Project, meeting at Moore Hall at 2.30 pm. ‘Tour of Ryefield Church Ruin’ near Elphin with Brendan Fox at 7 pm and 8 pm. ‘Lecture on the Archaeology of the Parish of Ardcarne’ by Dr. Kieran O’Conor of NUIG and presented by Ardcarne Parish Cemetery Committee in Ardcarne Church of Ireland at 8.30 pm. Introductory ‘Training in Water Craft and Water Conservation along the Suck Valley Way’. Sunday, August 14th ‘Cemetery Sunday at Rahara Cemetery’ – join Rahara Cemetery Committee and Rahara Tidy Towns & Development for mass, a talk on the recent conservation works at Rahara church, and an update on local projects, 10 am – 1 pm. ‘Douglas Hyde Interpretive Centre’, near Frenchpark, 11 am – 3.30 pm, free admission. Monday, August 15th ‘Drum Heritage Visitor Centre’ is open from 10 am - 2.30 pm. ‘Pledge Your Garden for Pollinators: Ballaghaderreen’ - join Hannah Mole from www.earthcare.ie in Ballaghaderreen Community Garden at 11 am for a talk and walk around the garden. ‘Tour of Ryefield Church Ruin’ near Elphin with Brendan Fox at 11 am and 12 pm. Tuesday, August 16th ‘Drum Heritage Visitor Centre’ is open from 10 am - 2.30 pm. ‘Soldiers & Civilians: Strokestown Park and the Irish Revolution’ tour and talk by Martin, the Strokestown Park Curator and Archivist, at their newest curated exhibition, 1 pm – 3 pm, booking required. ‘Thatching Demonstration’ by Marika Leen at Elphin Windmill 2 pm - 3.30 pm. ‘Pledge Your Garden for Pollinators: Roscommon’ - Join Hannah Mole for a talk and walk, meeting at Roscommon County Library at 6 pm. Wednesday, August 17th ‘Tour of newly conserved and curated greenhouse and tool exhibit
in Strokestown Park Walled Gardens’ at 1 pm, booking required. ‘Pledge Your Garden for Pollinators: Boyle’ - Join Hannah Mole for a talk and walk, meeting in Boyle Library at 2.15 pm, booking required. ‘Drum Heritage Visitor Centre’ is open from 10 am - 2.30 pm. Thursday, August 18th ‘Nature Bingo: Castlerea’ – Fun for kids while discovering nature in the great outdoors. Martina Butler will run the game from 11 am - 12.30 pm and from 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm in the Fairy Village, the Demesne, Castlerea. ‘Tour of the newly conserved Mahon Family Mausoleum on the grounds of Strokestown Park’ at 1 pm, booking required. ‘Thatching Demonstration’ by Marika Leen at Elphin Windmill 2 pm - 3.30 pm. ‘Nature Walk: Roscommon’ - join Michael Bell for stroll around Loughnaneane Park, Roscommon at 4 pm. ‘The Crofton Estate through the Ages’ - Join local historian Eilish Feely for a talk on the history and families of the Crofton Estate in Mote Park, in Roscommon County Library at 6.30 pm. ‘Nature Walk: Monksland’ - Join Michael Bell for a stroll on to the Monksland Greenway, meeting at Roscommon County Council Offices, Monksland at 7 pm. ‘Tour of Celtic Druid Temple’, near Castlerea, home to the indigenous Spiritual Tradition of Pagan Ireland at 7.30 pm, booking required. ‘Seeing what lies beneath – an investigation into the ecclesiastical site of Oran’ brought to you by Oran-Ardkieran Cemetery Committee in Cloonycolgan Community Centre, Donamon at 8 pm. Roscommon Drama Group present ‘A Lone Furrow’ about the life of Aleen Cust, the first woman vet in Britain and Ireland. This play, which is part of the Aleen Cust Commemorations 2022, will be on in Roscommon Arts Centre at 8 pm on 18th, 19th and 20th August, booking required. Friday 19th August ‘Nature Bingo: Roscommon’ Fun for kids discovering nature in the great outdoors from 11 am - 12.30 pm and from 1.30 pm 3.30 pm in Loughnaneane Park, Roscommon. ‘Exhibition on the Victorian Darkroom and early photography in Strokestown Park’ at 1 pm, booking required. ‘Thatching Demonstration’ by Marika Leen at Elphin Windmill from 2 pm - 3.30 pm. ‘Launch of The Rindoon Journal Volume No.5’ hosted by St. John’s Parish Heritage Group in the Community Centre, Lecarrow at 8 pm. Saturday, August 20th ‘Idols and Unclean Things’ conference and photographic exhibition on The Gortnacrannagh Figure’ at Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, in association with Roscommon County Council, Roscommon NRDO, Transport Infrastructure Ireland and Archaeological Management Solutions (AMS), with in-person attendance and online streaming
from 10 am – 5 pm, booking required. ‘Rushwork Demonstration and Display of Craftwork’ by Patricia O’Flaherty in Strokestown Library 10 am -1 pm. ‘Cloonlarge Bog Walk and Moth Identification’ - Kilteevan Tidy Towns with Connecting Communities with Peatlands and National Parks & Wildlife Service in Kilteevan Community Centre at 11.45 am, booking required. ‘Ecology for Children on the Woodland Trail’ at The National
Famine Museum, Strokestown Park 2 pm – 4 pm, booking required. Sunday, August 21st ‘Free tours of King House’ in Boyle from 11 am - 3.15 pm, booking advised. ‘A Day in Automotive History’ - Vintage, Classic, Retro on show from 11 am – 5 pm in Strokestown Park. ‘Hands-on History: Create a Train at Castlerea Railway Museum’ - join Scéal Heritage as you build, paint and decorate your own small locomotive train
cab and learn about the story of trains, 11.30 am – 1 pm, booking required. ‘Tulsk History Society Open Day’ includes the official opening of Tulsk History Society Office, Library and Archives, in Tulsk Macra Hall at 1.30 pm. Mary Leyden hosts ‘Remembering the Landscape’ - remembering Castlecoote/Fuerty field names and place names, in Castlecoote Lodge 1 pm – 5 pm. Ballyfarnon Tidy Towns host a ‘30th Anniversary Tribute to Musician Josie Mc Dermott’ start-
ing at 3.30 pm in Kilmactranny graveyard continuing into Ballyfarnon with music and local history along the way. Mote Park Amenity & Conservation Group present a ‘Guided Tour of Kilmeane Graveyard’ by Mary Timoney BA at 3.30 pm. Ongoing all week, Elphin Community Enterprise Ltd invite you to explore the ‘Palace Neighbourwood Park’ in your own time any day during the week. For all details and booking links of the events can be found on www.heritageweek.ie.
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Successful Tractor/Vintage run for a heartfelt cause in Loughglynn
James Creaton with Frank Conry in Loughglynn recently. Pic: Mick McCormack
There was a large turnout in Loughglynn recently for a Tractor/Vintage/ Bike Run in aid of the Heart and Lung Transplant in the Mater Hospital. The worthy cause had a special local connection as one of the organisers, James Creaton, underwent a heart transplant operation in late 2020. James’ wife, Kathleen, said the Creatons were blown away by the level of support they received. “It was a great success…we never expected it and we are overwhelmed by the support,” she said. “A group of local people came together to organise the event and we decided to do it for charity. James had a very successful heart transplant at the end of 2020 so the Heart and Lung Transplant Unit at the Mater Hospital was the chosen charity”. Donations towards this very worthy cause are still very welcome through the group’s JustGiving page (search for Loughglynn Truck, Tractor and Vintage Run).
James Creaton pictured with aunt Katie Conry, Tulsk and daughter Katie Creaton in Loughglynn recently. Pic: Mick McCormack
Ben ‘Running Britain’ for Join Our Boys Heartbroken Roscommon mum Paula Naughton and her husband Padraic have issued a heartfelt thanks to Tipperary native and endurance athlete, Ben Banaghan, for his amazing support in one of the biggest ever fundraising initiatives for the Join Our Boys Trust. The family also wish to acknowledge the great support received from Mental Health UK and the owners of Ben’s employer ISG, who have pledged to match every pound that Ben raises. More importantly than ever, with Archie Naughton’s recent passing,
Pictured are Miriam and Rachel Hastings, Ballyforan, who recently received their Gold Gaisce Awards from President Michael D. Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin.
the funds will help find a cure for DMD and support the ongoing objectives of the Trust. ‘Running Britain’ will take place over three weeks starting in John O’ Groats on September 5th. Ben ran the length of Ireland in 2021 to support other similar and worthy causes and now he will run two marathons per day, clocking up 1,400km/875 miles over the course of this almighty challenge. The aim of the ‘Join Our Boys Trust’ is twofold, to fund research into finding a cure for DMD disease and to design and build a purpose-
This stunning photograph was taken recently by Mervyn Auchmuty in Lecarrow.
built house that will accommodate the family for as long as they require it. Since the Join Our Boys Trust was established, enough money has been raised to build the house and this game changing additional £500,000 potential from Ben’s run will help find a cure for DMD and support the ongoing objectives of the Trust. Everyone can help find a cure for DMD and fulfil Archie’s dying wish by donating at https://mhukandisg. enthuse.com/cf/ben-s-lands-end-tojohn-o-groats
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All-flat card for Roscommon Races on Monday Despite the poor weather, Roscommon Racecourse was rewarded again with another large crowd and some great action for the last fixture on August 2nd, and action resumes on Monday evening (August 15th) with an all-flat card. Monday is Londis Roscommon Family Evening, and we are putting on plenty of free entertainment for families and our younger racing fans to include Toy Ride Carousel, Inflatable Basketball, Inflatable Hoopla and Face Painting. The recent rain was welcome and with some parts of the country experiencing extremely dry conditions, last week’s rain has been a huge help for our racing surface. We have two 2-year-old races here next week, and we hope to attract some good horses to compete at Roscommon. Helvic Dream, a Group 1 winner at The Curragh last year for Noel Meade, won at Roscommon in 2019, before going on to better things and we are expecting all the major flat yards will be represented here at our next fixture. Billy Lee and Colin Keane, who are fighting
out the flat jockeys’ championship, will be in action, while the trainers’ championship is beginning to hot up too, with Joseph O’Brien bidding for his first ever title. We do hope that you can join us, and we have music in the bar after the secondlast race. Race sponsors on the evening are Casey’s Londis and Timothy’s Londis, Roscommon,
Local Londis retailers to sponsor Roscommon Handicap and Family Fun area Londis and local Londis retailers, Annie Timothy of Londis Abbeytown and Jim Casey of Londis Roscommon, are jointly sponsoring the Londis Roscommon Handicap race and the Family Fun Evening area at the Roscommon Races next Monday (August 15th). This is the first time the hugely popular Family Fun Evening event is being hosted since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and promises to be bigger and better than ever for what is one of the highlights of the Roscommon Racecourse’s summer schedule. There will also be a Bewley’s Airstream mobile tea and coffee van for patrons to the race night with a request for a donation to Londis’ official charity partner, The LauraLynn Children’s Hospice, in lieu of charging for the refreshments. The Family Fun area, sponsored by Londis, promises to provide terrific entertainment for all with a carousel ride, face painting, inflatable basketball and hoola hoop games all laid on for children and families to enjoy throughout the night. Go Racing will film the evening live and Jim Casey and Annie Timothy will be presenting the winning trophy at the end of the Londis Roscommon Handicap race at 7.30 pm.
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Have the GAA fouled the ball on OAP tickets? Our man Frank on GAA ticket prices, the dangers of bargain hunting, and a victorious Irish visit to Martha’s Vineyard…
A few years ago when I reached the ripe old age of sixty-six and qualified for the Old Age Pension, I have to admit that I had pretty mixed emotions. On the one hand, I was proud to have made it that far against all the odds, while on the other hand I realised that being an OAP meant exactly what it said on the tin, and I was now officially branded as an old man. And yet there were, and still are, loads of little perks; like the free travel, and from seventy onwards, free TV licences, and for a while the GAA made allowances for our advanced years and we got half price admission to local championship matches and a €10 reduction on the price of intercounty games. I have to say that I got great delight arriving into our Creggs matches and producing my spanking new pension card, and even though it was only saving a fiver (usually it’s €10 admission into local intermediate championship games), I used to think that it was the GAA’s way of thanking all of us old age pensioners for a lifetime of service to the very popular organisation. And so I feel very let down and even a bit cheated that the GAA have
done away with our half price reductions. For all the club championship matches that took place all around the country at the weekend, the only ones that were offered reduced admission were under 16s, with no mention of us older folk. Now you might say that it’s a small thing, but when you consider all the OAPs who would have gone to see their local clubs play last weekend, it represents quite a big saving for an already very wealthy organisation at the expense of the most vulnerable section of our society. The other thing that annoys me is that, unless you wanted to go to watch a few matches, you had to go online to book your tickets. If you wanted to go to more than one match you could buy tickets with cash at the various County Board offices last Thursday afternoon. Once again the OAPs are the section of society who have the most difficulty going online and a lot of them, particularly those who live on their own, might have to stay at home rather than going to the match and supporting their local club, simply because they cannot work the online booking system. On Saturday night I met a man of similar vintage as myself, who told me he played club football until he was 40-years-old and he was very annoyed at the experience he had when he went along to see his own club (not Creggs) play over the weekend. He didn’t know he was supposed to have booked online and when he arrived at the grounds with cash in hand he was told that
sadly he couldn’t come in. I won’t say what match he was at, as a kind official actually let him in, but he told me he was embarrassed, upset and annoyed by his experience and he won’t be going to any more of his club’s games. We all realise that everything is going cashless and obviously the GAA is also going that way, and from a security point of view maybe rightly so, but surely it would be possible to have a specific area at all club matches where people like me who may not be tech proficient could show our pension cards, keep our half price perks and pay by cash. I don’t think it would be asking too much and it would show the most powerful sporting organisation in the country still values all of those older folk who have supported it for many, many years. As it happened I coughed up my €10 after my young lad did the online booking for me, and I attended a really good game between St. Croan’s and Creggs on Saturday evening, played on the super new pitch they have down there in Ballintubber, a development that is a credit to everyone involved in the rural club. A draw was a fair result and I would think both clubs would be happy enough to have escaped with a point apiece. Each will realise that while they could have won the game, they could just as easily have lost it, so a draw left both of them still in the hunt for quarter final qualification, and looking forward to the next round in two weeks’ time.
Buyer beware of so-called ‘bargains’… I am a sucker for a bargain and there is no doubt that my defences go down any time I see a sale sticker on anything, but it is no surprise all the special offers we see in our supermarkets may not be as special as we are led to believe. Santis O’Garro, a budgeting expert, says we tend to forget that supermarkets are businesses whose job is to make money and their special offers are all part of the bigger picture. Apparently they carry out research to find out what triggers the consumer to spend extra money and in a lot of cases we end up buying stuff we didn’t need at all. Deals
where we get €10 off when we spend €50 are particularly dangerous because we often buy items we had no real need to buy just to get to €50 in order to qualify for the reduction. Funny enough, the number of times that I have had to rush away from the till to pick up a few items to bring my bill up to €50 is quite worrying and, in truth, I would literally pick up anything at all as long as it brought me up to the required amount. O’Garro advises you should stick to a shopping list, or else end up with stuff you had no plan for, and which will be thrown out because it went out
of date. I have to admit that was another piece that rang a bell with me because we are guilty as charged of throwing out way too much foodstuff, but from now on I am going to change my ways. Bargains have always tempted me and I told you before of the lad over in London who drank in Jack Grady’s pub, the Golden Lion, where I was working, and who came running in to tell me of a fellow selling three pairs of new shoes on the street outside for £5. Knowing I couldn’t leave the busy bar as I was the only barman on duty, he asked me to tell him my shoe size and he
told me he would very kindly get them for me. Handing over my £5 I started to think of my lovely new shoes which I would wear to the dance in the Galtymore the following Saturday night. However as the minutes went by and my new friend didn’t come back I began to realise that this was a bargain that wasn’t coming my way, and I never again saw the man and I never saw the imaginary shoes. And so I got a very early lesson about the validity or otherwise of bargains but sadly the lesson went unheeded and to this day the thought of a bargain still excites me - I don’t suppose I’ll ever learn.
Cornhole champions! Ciara Dowd and Shane Finneran pictured in Martha’s Vineyard recently.
Finally for this week… We all know how far the tentacles of the Roscommon People can stretch but even I was surprised to hear that we go all the way across the Atlantic to Martha’s Vineyard in Boston where Fiona Finneran, formerly of St. Jude’s, Ardsallaghmore, Roscommon now resides. She manages to get her hands on the People most weeks and shares it with some of her American friends, especially the Lowe family, Eric and Sheryl. Anyway a couple of friends of mine stayed for a night or two with Fiona last week, and in the course of their visit they were introduced to an American game called Cornhole…a sort of a twist on pitch and toss except you toss bean bags at a board with holes at either end. If you get the bag into the hole it’s worth three points and if it lands on the board it’s worth one point. An American team consisting of Eric, Sheryl and daughter Emily Lowe along with nephew Nash Pelky took on an Irish team of Ciara Dowd and Shane Finneran (4 to 2 seems a bit unfair to me) and in a result that sent shockwaves all around the Cornhole world, the Irish team were victorious and are now the unofficial world champions. The Lowes had intended to visit Ireland in the near future but after their surprise loss they will never show their faces this side of the Atlantic such is their disappointment at their defeat. Despite all of that, however, my friends had a great time in Martha’s Vineyard, where Michelle Obama was out jogging most days, and before they left they invited the Lowes to come to Roscommon for a rematch. If it happens I will keep you posted but until then regards to Fiona and the Lowes in the US and if I ever get to Boston I will have a go at Cornholing. ‘Till next week, bye for now
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Learner Bursary Fund available for Childcare graduates The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) has now launched the Learner Fund Bursary for Graduates and Childminders in the Early Learning and Care sector who are registered with Tusla and hold a Level 7/8/9 (Graduates) or Level 5/6 (Childminders) award on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) and achieved in the academic years 20152022. The bursary amount for eligible Childminders or Graduates is €750. Please see Roscommon County Childcare Committee website and Facebook for further details including full eligibility cri-
teria and application form: www.roscommonchildcare.ie You can also contact a member of the team on 094-96 22540 or via email. Completed applications should be sent to; Roscommon County Childcare Committee CLG, Knock Road, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. If you wish to email then Graduate Applications should be emailed to martina.towey@roscommonchildcare.ie and Childminding Applications should be emailed to aine.mannion@roscommonchildcare. ie marked ‘Learner Fund Bursary 2022’. Closing date is 5 pm September 30th, 2022.
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Rahara Cemetery Mass this Sunday
Looking for progression routes to college or a job in the healthcare sector? Why not get yourself a qualification that allows you to do both, with a guaranteed job at the end. Roscommon Women’s Network (RWN) Training Services, Castlerea, is now recruiting for all courses in healthcare, computers and retail skills. Call 094-9621690, call/text 0872718118, or email training@rwn.ie for more information. You can apply also online at fetchcourses.ie. Search RWN to see all available courses.
Mass will be offered in Rahara Cemetery on Sunday (August 14th) at 10 am. This will be followed by talks by Nollaig Feeney, Heritage Officer with Roscommon County Council and Willie Gacquin, historian, on the Medieval Church on the grounds of the cemetery. A collection will be held to assist with the ongoing maintenance and enhancement works in the graveyard. Join us after for a community gathering, a cup of tea and a chat in Rahara National School. Entry is free and all are welcome.
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THE DISTRICT COURT (AN CHUIRT DUICHE)
AN CHUIRT DUICHE
PUBLIC DANCE HALLS ACT 1935 SECTION 2
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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PUBLIC DANCING LICENCE
The District Court Area of Ballaghaderreen District No. 4 REGISTRATION OF CLUBS (Ireland) 1904-1995 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF A CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION UNDER THE REGISTRATION OF CLUBS (Ireland) 1904-1995 IN RESPECT OF THE BALLAGHADERREEN GOLF CLUB OR THE ALTERNATIVE REGISTRATION UNDER THE SAID ACT TAKE NOTICE that an application will be made on behalf of Helen Curran Hon Secretary of Ballaghaderreen Golf Club situate at Aughulistia, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon at Ballaghaderreen District Court on the 9th of September 2022 at Ballaghaderreen at 12 Noon for a renewal of the Certificate of Registration of the said Club under the Provisions of the said Acts. Dated this 10th August 2022 Signed: Fahy Neilan & Company, Solicitors, Station Road, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. (Solicitors for the Applicant) To: The Superintendent, Garda Siochana, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. To: The Sergeant in Charge, Garda Station, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon. To: The District Court Clerk, The Courthouse, Roscommon. To: The Chief Fire Officer, The Courthouse, Roscommon.
District Court Area of ROSCOMMON District No. 4 BRYAN O’GARA Applicant TAKE NOTICE that Bryan O’Gara of Old Circular Road, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon as nominee on behalf of KBPM Limited, intends to apply to the Court sitting at Roscommon Annual Licensing District Court in the County of Roscommon in the Court Area and District aforesaid, on the 20th day of September, 2022 at 10.30am or an adjourned date thereafter, for a Dance Licence for Public Dancing pursuant to the provisions of the Public Dance Halls Act, 1935 in respect of premises known as “Rockfords Nightclub and Jack’s Live Venue” situate at Castle Street, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon in the Court Area and District aforesaid. Dated the 9th day of August, 2022. Signed: Peter H Jones, Solicitor for the Applicant, Goff Street, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon. To:
And To:
The Superintendant, An Garda Siochana, The Garda Station Roscommon, Co. Roscommon The District Court Clerk. Courts Services, Government Buildings, Golf Links Road, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon
And To:
The Chief Fire Officer, The Fire Service Station, Aras an Chontae, Roscommon. Being the Fire Authority for the purposes of the Fire Services Act, 1981 And To:
The Secretary, Roscommon County Council, Aras An Chontae, Roscommon. Being the Local Authority for the purpose of the Public Dance Halls Act, 1935
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Words of wit and wisdom with MIRIAM KERINS
Why I never joined the ‘exclusively breastfeeding’ #EBF club! August is ‘World Breastfeeding Month’ with campaigns and initiatives galore being launched in a bid to encourage expectant mothers to forgo the formula and favour the breast; which ‘is best’, according to every ‘expert’ I’ve ever come into contact with. Maybe it is and maybe it isn’t, I’m no childcare specialist; rather I’m just an imperfect parent. Mind you, I do bow to the superior knowledge of those who profess to be ‘perfect’ and who, interestingly enough, insist that breastfeeding makes your child ‘smarter’, ‘healthier’ and, according to a WHO study, “can cut the chances of a child becoming obese by up to 25 per cent”. Wow, given those odds one would almost be forgiven for coming to the conclusion that all breastfed babies grow up to be fabulously slim, super-fit, filthy-rich, nerdy-anoraks who live charmed lives. On the other hand, if Ireland has one of the “lowest breastfeeding rates in the world” (according to the Irish Maternity Indicator System), would it be fair to assume that those of us who’ve been bottle-fed are a bunch of overweight, work-
shy slackers, saddled with an inferiority complex and a low IQ? Nonsense! As far as I’m concerned, (and as a mother who eventually bottle-fed both her babies), while breast milk provides many positive benefits (yes, we get it); there are numerous situations when it’s just not an option, and no mother should ever feel guilty, nor should she feel ashamed because she chooses formula! When I was pregnant with both of my daughters, every medical expert I came into contact with – my family doctor, my obstetrician, the nurse testing the urine, the midwife facilitating the antenatal classes, even my in-laws – tried to brainwash me into breastfeeding. I’m sure many Roscommon mothers will be able to relate to my experience because it is not unique. When my own daughter tearfully told me how she’d felt ‘pressured’ and ‘bullied’ to breastfeed my granddaughter, I became very concerned. Remembering how inadequate I had felt all those years ago as a teen mother guilted into breastfeeding, I immediately identified the ‘bully’ who was
applying the ‘pressure’ and discreetly (and respectfully) told her to back off and mind her own business. Don’t get me wrong readers; I’m all for breastfeeding if that’s what a mother wishes to do and I’d be the first to support any ante-natal initiative which supplies education and training around this process as actively as it does around labour and giving birth. However, it’s my opinion that, rather than place an emphasis on the romanticised version – where mammy is bathed in a rapturous glow a la Duccio di Buoninsegna’s Madonna and child – the programmes should provide expectant mothers with the full facts. Lesson one should focus on the cracked nipples, the screaming-hungry infants, the emotional highs and lows, the marathon pumping/expressing sessions, the leaking boobs, the milk-stained t-shirts and the physical toll breastfeeding takes on your body. Oh I nearly forgot, the fact that Irish culture is so flippin’ uptight, the slightest accidental flash of a side-boob in a public area is likely to cause some wellintentioned curtain-twitching
busy-body to cover you in a ‘decency shawl’. Full disclosure! I did try breastfeeding my babies…I lasted three whole months on my six-week-premature number one infant before I gave up. I threw in the towel (literally) after only three days on number two because I just could not cope with a ten pound creature, (adorable and beautiful though she was), attached to my boob 24/7! Again I’m not anti-breastfeeding, it just wasn’t for me, but I do know that many women – the members of that exclusively breastfeeding brigade #EBF – have had wonderful experiences doing it; and that’s great, fair play to them. In fact, one of my friends didn’t wean her kid till he was six years old; even expressing and freezing her milk in a flask for the ‘little milk monster’, as I jokingly called him, to drink at school. (Yep, I just threw up in my mouth too at the thought of it). By overstating the benefits of breastfeeding and skimming over the drawbacks, it’s my opinion and my experience that (some, not all) ‘lactation consultants’ are doing a grave
disservice to mothers. No one should feel guilted, shamed or harassed into signing up to that #EBF club as part of their #mammysquadgoals. Breastfeed or formula/bottle feed whenever, wherever and however you like ladies; the choice is yours and yours alone…it is not your partner’s, your mother’s or your in-laws’, and it’s definitely not your pushy lactation consultant’s. Before those fingers
start pecking away at the keyboard, composing those letters of complaint to the editor, I do know that not all lactation consultants are pushy. Oh by the way, I looked it up and like a ‘birth doula’, being a ‘lactation consultant’ is an actual job. Who knew? Fair play! Maybe I should consider becoming a ‘complex bottle-feeding consultant’. If I did, my motto would be #prochoiceformammies!
Shout out to the lovely lads at the civic amenity centre!
It’s going to be scorchio! Complaining is not just our nation’s national pastime, it has quite literally become part of our identity. Sure it’s who we are; i.e. a miserable bunch of whingers with every single aspect of our lives being viewed as a certified disaster. Am I right? You know I am. It all began with what I call the great persecution when we were controlled by the Brits and told what language to speak. Next
came the great suppression, where every aspect of our lives was influenced, restricted and restrained by the opinions of the Catholic church, enshrouding us all in a cloak of negativity and criticism. In fact, (and I hate to admit this), if I haven’t ripped apart some aspect of my own life before breakfast I don’t feel I can face the rest of the day! (That’s being dramatic but you know what I mean).
With that in mind, and as the mercury’s set to rise to the high twenties this week, I’d like to offer readers a bit of advice…and it’s this: enjoy the sun while you can. For a few days, forget about your climate anxiety (yes I suffer from it too) and ignore the apocalypseis-nigh snowflake alarmists who continuously moan, groan, whinge and whine off the Richter scale about the lack of rain.
Yes we’re in the midst of a climate crisis, I get it, and I’m personally very concerned about it. However, given the majority of us are struggling from pay packet to pay packet in order to make ends meet, can we throw shade (pardon the pun) at the doom and gloom nay-sayers and just this once, drop the guilt and take pleasure in (responsibly) feeling the sun on our faces!
It has been my experience that all too often people are quick to criticise, complain and point out where others have, (in their opinion), fallen short and are, by contrast, extremely slow to highlight it when someone has been helpful or provided them with a good service. It’s for that reason I’d like to mention the men who work at the Roscommon Civic Amenity waste and recycling centre on the Lanesboro Road and say thank you for being such a genuinely decent, helpful and friendly bunch of lads. Myself and himself make monthly visits to this Roscommon County Council-run centre, which provides a great service to the public; and even though a visit takes up part of my Saturday morning and leaves my car smelly, I’m very grateful to be
able to avail of it. However, I’m often baffled by the virtue-signalling-you’vestolen-my-dreams-earth-warrior-whingers – Greta Thunberg wannabes – who, crushed by their responsibility to Mother Earth, (you’d think we’d entered Mad Max territory the way some carry-on), suddenly morph into petulant prats if the lads politely and respectfully ask them to stop dumping contaminated, nonrecyclable items into the wrong bins! Listen up folks…these lads are paid to work, provide a service, and guide the public on what items are acceptable and what aren’t. They are not there to be subjected to verbal abuse by holier-than-thou, moral grandstanders…so cut them some slack, have some manners, sort out your rubbish and say thank you!
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NewsPeople Gospel reflection Sunday, August 14th Our God is a consuming fire, the Scriptures tell us (see Hebrews 12:29; Deuteronomy 4:24). And in this week’s Gospel, Jesus uses the image of fire to describe the demands of discipleship. The fire He has come to cast on the earth is the fire that He wants to blaze in each of our hearts. He made us from the dust of the earth (see Genesis 2:7) and filled us with the fire of the Holy Spirit in Baptism (see Luke 3:16). We were baptized into His death (see Romans 6:3). This is the baptism our Lord speaks of in the Gospel this week. The baptism with which He must be baptized is His passion and death, by which He accomplished our redemption and sent forth the fire of the Spirit on the earth (see Acts 2:3). The fire has been set, but it is not yet blazing. We are called to enter deeper into the consuming love of God. We must examine our consciences and our actions, submitting ourselves to the revealing fire of God’s Word (see 1 Corinthians 3:13). In our struggle against sin, we have not yet resisted to the point of shedding our own blood, Paul tells us in this week’s Epistle. We have not undergone the suffering that Jeremiah suffers in the First Reading this week. But this is what true discipleship requires. To be a disciple is to be inflamed with the love of the God. It is to have an unquenchable desire for holiness and zeal for the salvation of our brothers and sisters. Being His disciple does not bring peace in the false way that the world proclaims peace (see Jeremiah 8:11). It means division and hardship. It may bring us to conflict with our own flesh and blood. But Christ is our peace (see Ephesians 2:14). By His Cross He has lifted us up from the mire of sin and death - as He will rescue the prophet Jeremiah (see Jeremiah 38:10). And as we sing in the Psalm this week, we trust in our deliverer.
Changing Places Michelle’s journey from Soweto to Castlecoote < A SERIES BY CARMEL KELLY PALMER
Michelle Hlongwane thought she had her dreams all wrapped up but first she had a long and winding road to tread. “I was born in a province which is called Kwa-Zulu Natal. I am the youngest of three girls. I was still a toddler when my family left to go to live in a town called Soweto, in Johannesburg, South Africa. “As my mother did not work, we were free to move around to live in different places. I moved again to a town called Kempton Park, where I remained up until I moved to Ireland. My sister, Susan, moved to Ireland in the mid-2000s and I then
moved from South Africa to stay with my sister in 2012, my mother joining us in Ireland to live here also,” she says. It would be true to say that Michelle has been ‘on the move’ like a whirlwind, since arriving here. “Upon arriving in Ireland, I did transition year in Virginia College, Co. Cavan. I was absolutely resistant to doing it as in my head it was like taking a step back in my education. “Now, looking back, it did me good, allowing me time to adjust to the culture shock, the accents, which were totally different to what I was used to, the school system, and also the cold weather! “There were many professions that appealed to
- Scott Hahn PhD, salvationhistory.com (courtesy of Sacred Heart Church).
newsbriefs Annual ‘Bat Talk’ at Roscommon Castle To celebrate National Heritage Week, Roscommon Tidy Towns Association has organised the annual ‘bat talk’ which will be given this year by ecologist David Fallon in Roscommon Castle on Tuesday, August 16th from 9 pm to 10 pm. David will give a talk on bats and will bring along a bat detector for people to try. Please wear sturdy shoes, suitable clothing and bring a torch for safety. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone is welcome, admission is free. No booking is required.
Archaeology lecture on Ardcarne A lecture on the archaeology of the Parish of Ardcarne will take in the Church of Ireland, Ardcarne, this Saturday, August 13th, at 8.30 pm sharp. The lecture, which is taking place as part of National Heritage Week, will be given by Dr Kieran O’Conor of NUI Galway. Admission for this event is free.
Cloontuskert Cemetery Mass and grotto unveiling The annual mass for all the deceased who are laid to rest in Cloontuskert Cemetery will be celebrated at 6 pm this Sunday (August 14th) and all are welcome. Meanwhile, the unveiling and blessing of the reconstructed grotto in Cloontuskert will take place at 7 pm on Our Lady’s Day, August 15th. All are welcome to attend.
Talk to mark National Heritage Week in Oran Oran-Ardkieran Cemetery Committee are hosting a talk as part of National Heritage Week on Thursday, August 18th at 8 pm in Cloonycolgan Community Centre. The talk will discuss the results of a recent study which was undertaken at the historical ecclesiastical site of Oran by Earthsound Geophysics. Admission is free of charge.
Raised in Soweto, South Africa, Michelle Hlongwane now lives in Castlecoote, Co. Roscommon.
me; acting was top of the list but funding was difficult to come by. This led me to joining Eir in Dublin, where I worked for about ten months. I enjoyed being in an office setting but was also thinking about acting and that is where the conflict between the two began”. Michelle refused to let go of her dream of being an actor, and before she left her position at Eir, she joined an agency called MovieExtras. “I left Eir and started working full-time as a background actor for many productions including ‘Into The Badlands’ (an American martial arts series), ‘Taken Down’ (RTÉ), ‘Blood’ (RTÉ) and many more,” Michelle explains. “It was through background acting that I found an acting agent. However, agent or no agent, actors live life having a full season of work, and then zero work!” Unfortunately, Michelle went from having plenty of work to being out of work for over a year at the age of 21. “It was the dark side of an acting career and it affected me mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Depression kicked in and all that goes with it. I went through this phase for almost two years. Reading self-help books, self introspection and prayer helmed me and I eventual-
ly picked myself up. It was time to find another job and I soon found one as a Process Executive with a company called Cognizant Technology Solutions in Dublin, where I still work today,” Michelle said. Michelle found her new role – reviewing and processing data – interesting. “I started working in Cognizant in February 2020 and soon after an interest in technology sparked in me, which inspired the decision to apply for college,” she said. “I enrolled in Athlone Institute of Technology to study Software Design With Artificial Intelligence for Cloud Computing. “I then found a beautiful place to rent in County Roscommon, a county totally unknown to me at that time”. Michelle talks about Roscommon and her
move here. She has been fortunate to have chosen an idyllic setting, Castlecoote, just outside the town and surrounded by the lush green fields of Roscommon. Michelle says: “I absolutely love Roscommon. I love the scenery; trees, lakes, the greenery, and the farms and animals which are so much a part of the ground we tread upon. I would love one day to perhaps own a farm. I also love the amazing peace and quiet of the countryside, and also the people. Everyone is so kind and hard-working too with all the diggers and tractors to prove it!” Michelle is happy here and while her hopes and dreams revolve around software development in the creative industry, acting will always be a big part of her.
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CIARAN MULLOOLY
On The Back Benches
Journey through America into the path of recession Dateline: Cleveland, USA Summer 2022 The queue was getting longer by the second at the Walmart shop checkout till and the customers in the line were slowly but surely beginning to lose their patience. For over thirty-five minutes, they had waited quietly in line so that they could check through the contents of their supermarket trolley and get home from the heat of another scorching day in the state of Ohio – but for all that time this queue hadn’t moved one single inch. None of them had expected this torturous delay when they arrived at the store in Cleveland’s heartland but the lady at the top of the line was inconsiderably difficult, and the visitors from Ireland behind her in the queue were about to personally meet the first prime example they had seen of the recession now threatening to strike the USA and much more of the western world. I have been a visitor to Walmart stores many times over the last thirty years of journeys to the east coast of the States. My brother and my late sister and her family have lived there for decades, and I don’t think there has ever been a visit when we haven’t been in the store. The pedigree of this trader is massive. The firm is a popular multinational retailer that operates a chain of spacious supermarkets known locally as supercentres, discount department stores, and grocery stores with 10,585 shops all over the States and in another twenty countries. Putting it bluntly, nobody on this planet can lay a hand on Walmart when it comes to selling groceries and other stuff under one roof. They are the world’s largest company by revenue, with about 570 billion US dollars in annual revenue, and if the US economy is turning they usually know it first. The problem at the top of the queue was fairly straightforward; the lady who was trying to check through the contents of her trolley was unable to do so because she didn’t have enough money to pay for them, but it was the way in which she was trying her very best to get around the problem that proved a real eye-opener.
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bills in different ways. Something known in the US as ‘Healthy Benefits Plus’ for instance is a health plan benefit to cover Medicare approved over-the-counter, health and wellness products. You might look at it at something that VHI or others could add to your annual plan to try and help you meet hefty medical bills, only instead of going to your doctor or consultant and using it, in the USA, it’s a discount card that appears regularly at the till in Walmart. People who have it use the cards on this
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account to buy qualified items such as ointments or medicines, baby nappies or even just wipes and the health plan usually allows you to purchase over the counter products with no money out of pocket. So all is good, I hear you say. The card gives extra benefits. Well, that’s the plan anyway but that’s not the way it worked out when we visited the store in Cleveland. It became clear as the lady tried to pay for her stuff that not all the goods in the basket were going to covered by the medical
Sobering analysis comes as the US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that “unacceptably high” prices are likely to stick with consumers through 2022 and that she expects the US economy to slow down
Like so many other leading supermarket chains around the world, a visit to the checkout till at Walmart is not just about taking out your cash or your debit card anymore and trying to pay your bill. It’s now become a much more sophisticated administrative experience dominated by payments which involve plastic discount cards. Here in Ireland, we are well used to the inquisition about the store loyalty cards – the first question normally faced when it comes to paying up at the till, but as I learned in the Walmart queue, the US experience is a much more complicated one – albeit one aimed at helping people to pay their
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discount cards in her wallets. It was clear that not all of the stuff she was buying was based on the medical needs of herself or her mother (whose card she also was using) and no matter how many times she tried to re-tweak the shop and take our ordinary groceries like bread and milk, a deficit of between ten and twenty dollars remained on the cash register. When the woman opened her purse to try and meet that deficit, the situation did not improve unfortunately. She told the cashier in the end she had four dollars in cash and that was it. The basket was taken away from her and she left. This unfortunate woman at the head of the till in Cleveland is not alone at the moment – in what is supposed to be one of the world’s richest countries. We learned last week that the US economy will likely fall into recession by the end of 2022 as the Federal Reserve raises rates to tame prices. Economists over here warn that financial conditions will tighten further, consumers’ sentiment is souring, energy and food supply distortions have worsened and the global growth outlook has deteriorated.
Sobering news This sobering analysis comes as the US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that “unacceptably high” prices are likely to stick with consumers through 2022 and that she expects the US economy to slow down. Rising gas prices right now are also crippling people on low incomes here and no matter which way the lady at the till may turn it’s not going to improve for a while. The city of Cleveland was deemed the poorest big city in the US in 2019 with 114,000 people living in poverty, including 37,700 children. The data reports 32.7 per cent of people are living in poverty now, a median household income of $30,907 from 2015-2019 and the median gross rent of $719 a week. At times like this, the people can only turn to organisations like the Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Ohio who try to fill the gap. A bit like our St. Vincent de Paul or Lions Clubs, they were collecting funds outside Walmart’s on the day we visited. For the past two years, Joseph Greathouse has been the director of the Boys & Girls club location in Cleveland’s Broadway neighbourhood. He said for many children, the Boys & Girls Club is the only place for them to really feel safe. “They know when they enter these doors, one, they’re going to feel loved, two, they’re going to feel safe and they will be fed, so it’s like a home away from home,” he said, “these kids are going home to pay electric bills, put food on the table and they have to grow up quicker and it’s just that cycle over and over and over again that keeps (them) stuck in that same type of way”. To end our story from the USA, a glimmer of hope. In the end, a passing Good Samaritan followed the lady into the Walmart’s vast car park and gave her the 20-dollar bill she needed to get her critical shopping. She is covered for this week. Next week we’re not so sure. (To be continued).
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Pictured at the 5K run/walk in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and in memory of Helen O’Keeffe, which was hosted by Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan at Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday morning last, were Scott Bennitt, Claire Keane, Loretta Dowd and Frank Murphy. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the 5K run/walk in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and in memory of Helen O’Keeffe, which was hosted by Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan at Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday morning last, were Annie Golden and Frances Hunt. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the 5K run/walk in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and in memory of Helen O’Keeffe, which was hosted by Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan at Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday morning last, were Adrian Smith and Aine O’Connor. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the 5K run/walk in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and in memory of Helen O’Keeffe, which was hosted by Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan at Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday morning last, were John, Jamie and Evan O’Keeffe. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the 5K run/walk in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and in memory of Helen O’Keeffe, which was hosted by Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan at Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday morning last, were Michelle Kelly and Emma Glancy. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the 5K run/walk in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and in memory of Helen O’Keeffe, which was hosted by Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan at Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday morning last, were Bernie and Michael Ryan, Paul Coyle, Fr Kevin Fallon and Dorothy Coyle. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the 5K run/walk in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and in memory of Helen O’Keeffe, which was hosted by Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan at Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday morning last, were Elaine Lally, Sarah Sharkey and Michelle Moran. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the 5K run/walk in aid of Mayo Roscommon Hospice and in memory of Helen O’Keeffe, which was hosted by Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan at Hannon’s Hotel on Saturday morning last, were Bernie Ryan (centre) with two of Helen’s daughters, Ellen Domican and Shirley Nestor. Bernie has so far raised over €7,000 for Mayo Roscommon Hospice through the GoFundMe page ‘Running for Helen’. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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Entertainment, Culture & Arts Plaque to be unveiled in recognition of the Grehan sisters in Boyle
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A plaque will be unveiled in recognition of the Grehan sisters, who were part of the folk music and song revival of the sixties in Ireland and further afield. The plaque will be unveiled this Saturday, August 13th at 2 pm at their former home, Grehan’s Bar on The Crescent, Boyle – now the current location of the ‘Food Fusion’ restaurant. The Grehan sisters were a group of singers and musicians consisting of Frances
on banjo-mandolin, Helen on guitar, and both Helen and Marie on spoons. Music and song was part and parcel of their early lives and it was no surprise that they were to excel as entertainers in adulthood. Boyle and its hinterland was steeped in traditional song and music. The AllIreland Fleadhs of 1960 and 1966 in the town of Boyle established it as a magnet for fellow musicians and singers and left a legacy that remains to this day. Ireland in the six-
ties was emerging from the dark gloomy days of economic stagnation experienced in the fifties. Irish groups began to have international success with the Clancy Brothers in the United States and The Dubliners from the country’s capital. During their formative years the girls were influenced by another renowned Boyle resident singer named John Reilly from the ‘traveller’ community, residing in Green Street. Grehan’s Bar and
home became a mecca for emerging Irish folk and ballad singers. One of the most significant singers they influenced was Christy Moore. Christy first heard John Reilly in Grehan’s and adopted a number of John Reilly’s songs such as ‘The Well Below the Valley’ and ‘Raggle Taggle Gypsy’. In the mid-sixties the Sisters began to entertain, at first in their own premises, then branching out to other venues in the region. After some time, they became tagged as ‘the female Clancys’ and their reputation and opportunities expanded. An all-girl group was unique then. They toured Ireland and then they began making inroads into the folk clubs of England, Scotland and Wales. Their repertoire included a range of ballads such as ‘Henry Joy McCracken’, ‘The Wind that Shakes the Barley’ and ‘On the Galtymore Mountains’. Their style
extended from the slow laments to rousing renditions of popular ballads. Christy Moore is quoted as saying: “We often travelled up [to Boyle] to hear these girls sing, for they melted our hearts with the energy of their playing and the exuberance of their three voices, and we loved them”. Around 1965 the sisters moved to Dublin to develop their playing and singing careers. They were included in a short musical comedy film with the Dubliners called ‘O ’Donoghue’s Opera’. They released a number of records including an LP titled ‘On the Galtymore Mountains’ which featured a mix of traditional music and Irish rebel songs. They moved to the larger folk landscape of the UK, basing themselves in Manchester. They were a popular attraction on the British Folk Club Circuit and the major urban concert
The Grehan Sisters. (L-R): Helen, Marie and Frances circa 1970.
venues. They were regular guests on UK Radio particularly a series called ‘Country Meets Folk’. A stand-out occasion was a concert in the Royal Albert Hall with Paul Brady and The Johnston’s, compered by Dominic Behan brother of Brendan. They ceased touring as a group in the early seventies but their interest in music and performing publicly continued. Grehan’s Bar changed hands in the midnineties. Frances linked up with fellow musicians Frank Montgomery (known as just Monty) and Brendan O’ Dowd, and for quite a number of years they were very popular entertainers in the region. The Sisters came together on special occasions such as the 2014 concert in Boyle with Christy Moore in tribute to John Reilly, when a plaque in his memory was also placed on the Grehan house.
In 2015 they were honoured with being the recipients of the Annie McNulty Award at the opening of the South Roscommon Singers Festival. Helen B. Grehan launched a book of her songs and poems, fusing the political with the personal, just two months ago. Political activism was also an important part of their lives. Frances went for election to the County Council in Boyle in the seventies. Frances married Pat Malone who sadly passed away in early 2018. Frances and the family live in Dublin. Marie married John Clarke and raised their family in Manchester. They were regular visitors to Boyle. Marie and John returned to Ireland in later life and lived in Leitrim for a number of years. Marie and John died in December 2020 and both were buried, on the same day, in Assylinn graveyard to the sound of the music they loved.
Walking in the footsteps of the Lost Generation of Black 47 Many years ago, Patrick Kilmartin recounted to his children (and they, in turn, to their children) the events of March 13th 1846, when aged fourteen, he and his family, their neighbours, and friends were evicted from their ancestral homes in Ballinlass near Mountbellew. It was the beginning of months and years of sorrowful events, leading to the loss of thousands locally through death and emigration – a loss that still has not been repaired.
Pictured is the Ballinlass Memorial.
175 years on, Mountbellew Heritage and Tourism have planned a public ‘Famine Walk’ in order to share the story of Patrick’s family and many others as part of Heritage Week. The walk will take place this Sunday, (August 14th), and is one of a series of events organised by Mountbellew Heritage to mark this pivotal year in Irish history. Earlier in the year, the ‘Emigrants and Exiles – the East Galway Story’ Conference was held over Zoom, with speakers from
three continents participating, and for National Famine Commemoration Day, a Walk of Remembrance was held to remember the victims of An Gorta Mór. Patrick’s family were one of many who took the road to Dublin and the road to Liverpool. Eventually he ended up in Australia and was separated from his siblings, who had emigrated to the United States. Just this year on the 175th anniversary of Black 47, Patrick’s descendants in Australia, Natalie and Robyn, made contact with his siblings’ descendants via DNA through the East Galway Genealogy and DNA FB group (facebook.com/groups/eastgalwaygenealogy). However, their family was not the only one of this Lost Generation to be split apart. The Kelly family in Mountbellew town saw their son Thomas leave for the United States, and although he returned to Mountbellew in late 1867, it was as a fugitive from ‘British justice’. He was a Fenian Leader whose letter in March 1867 proclaiming an Irish Repub-
lic had led to a price on his head. He was captured but then freed in Manchester, before returning in a disguise lent by the Franciscan community to bid a last farewell to his widowed mother. The death of a policeman in the audacious escape led to the infamous Manchester Martyrs deaths of Allen, Larkin and O’Brien. Then there were Ellen Hansberry, Mary Flanagan, and Mary Ann Taylor, three girls sent to Australia from the local workhouse as part of a group of thirty in order to answer the labour and woman shortage of the new British colony of Western Australia. Their voyage aboard the Palestine in 1852-53 is well documented, as is the later voyage in July 1853 of the Primrose, which carried fifty more young women to Canada. These are some of the stories that will form part of Mountbellew Heritage and Tourism Network’s inaugural ‘Famine Walk’. For those interested, please contact mountbellewheritageandtourism@gmail.com as booking is essential for the bus. Pictured is the grave of Br Jerome.
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Entertainment, Culture & Arts
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Roscommon winners at Fleadh Cheoil 2022 This year’s Fleadh Cheoil, which took place from Sunday, July 31st to Sunday, August 7th, saw over 5,000 competitors play, sing, and dance for All-Ireland titles across 230 competitions in Mullingar The standards were high and the music more than lived up to the expectations of judges who had a very difficult job
Pictured is Emma Benson of CCÉ, An Céideadh, Roscommon, 1st Place AllIreland Winner for the Irish Harp ‘Arthur Guinness Son & Co. Shield’ (Over 18) at the 2022 Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Mullingar recently. Pic: Anna Allen Photography, Mullingar
choosing winners for each category and competition. Roscommon winners included: Emma Benson, CCÉ An Céideadh, Roscommon (1st place in 8D Cruit/Irish Harp for Over 18s); Emily Ní Chatháin, CCÉ Elphin, Roscommon (3rd place in 3D Feadóg Mhór/ Flute Over 18s); Diarmuid Pléimeann, CCÉ
Baile Ros Comáin (3rd place in 50A Storytelling U-12s); Aoife Ní Chonghaile, CCÉ Roscommon (2nd place in 50B Storytelling for ages 12-15); Patrick Mullooly, CCÉ Athlone (3rd place in 50C Storytelling for ages 15-18); and Aoife Ní Chonghaile, CCÉ Roscommon (2nd place in 51B Scéalaíocht ages 12-15).
Lifetime award: Paddy Ryan from Ballinagare, Co. Roscommon, who has given a lifetime of voluntary service to Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann throughout Ireland and beyond received a special lifetime award from Comhaltas at Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann during the Fleadh Cheoil in Mullingar last week.
Pictured is Emily Ní Chatháin of CCÉ, Ail Finn, Roscommon, 3rd Place All-Ireland Winner for the Flute ‘Micheál Ó hAlmhain Cup’ (Over 18) at the 2022 Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Mullingar recently. Pic: Anna Allen Photography, Mullingar
‘A Lone Furrow’ returns to Roscommon Arts Centre
Roscommon Drama Group are delighted to return to the Arts Centre on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (18th, 19th and 20th) of this month with Tommy Murray’s play ‘A Lone Furrow’, which ran to packed houses three years ago. The play captures the main events in the life of Aleen Cust, a woman of integrity, intelligence, and exceptional determination. She was the first woman vet in Britain and Ireland, who practised in Athleague for over twenty years (19001923), but because she was a woman she was not allowed to register as a Veterinary Surgeon by the (all male) members of the Royal Council on Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). William Byrne, an enlightened veterinary surgeon who had a practice in Athleague, and whose monument stands in the Square, Roscommon, defied the RCVS and appointed Aleen as his Veterinary Assistant. The local priest was
equally incensed at her appointment. The play dramatizes her long struggle for recognition as a professional vet and the obstacles placed in her path, both locally and on a broader front. It is a story of courage and persistence, needing to be told some 100 years on. Since this is the 100th anniversary of Aleen Cust receiving her hard-fought Diploma and getting her name on the register of Veterinary Surgeons, an Aleen Cust Memorial Society has been set up, led by a small group of retired or semi-retired veterinary surgeons in Roscommon and East Galway to remember and pay tribute to this extraordinary woman who has been forgotten by history. Roscommon Drama Group is pleased to be part of this tribute. Book early at Roscommon Arts Centre for this play as there is sure be huge demand for tickets. Booking: 090-6625824.
Members of Roscommon Drama Group pictured at Roscommon Castle recently head of the return of ‘A Lone Furrow’ to the arts centre later this month.
Elevator set to release debut single in seven different languages
Sligo band Elevator have released their debut single ‘The Rainbow Song’ in seven different languages.
Elevator are an Irish rock band based in Co. Sligo, who have taken a unique approach to the global market. The band’s ska-infused debut single ‘The Rainbow Song’ has been re-
corded in seven different languages; English, Irish, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Mandarin! With a double release of the Irish and English versions scheduled for
today (Thursday, August 11th) and more top quality tunes currently at the post-production stage these are exciting times. Check out www. elevator-band.com for more information.
Celebrate bogs’ natural and cultural heritage this Heritage Week National Heritage Week is taking place from August 13th to 21st and this year’s theme is sustainability and biodiversity. Kilteevan Tidy Towns, in partnership with Connecting Communities with Peatlands and National Parks and Wildlife Service, is hosting a bog walk and moth identification event for National Heritage Week on Cloonlarge Bog on Saturday, August 20th from 11.45 am to 2.30 pm. For the past five years, Kilteevan Tidy Towns with the support of bog owners, landowners, stakeholders, and the local community developed the Cloonlarge Loop Walking/Cycling Trails. Cloonlarge Bog is part of Lough Ree Special Area of Conservation. They reopened former bog roads and integrated them into the existing road infrastructure and developed 5km/7km or 10km walks around Kilteevan bogs. Kilteevan Tidy Towns’ actions to engage the community with their bog are great examples of community-led initiatives to develop a recreational facility in the area while promoting the importance of the bog for biodiversity and the environment. On the bog walk you will meet members of the community who worked to complete numerous projects, installations, and publications and learn about how they achieved it. You will also meet the conservation rangers to learn about the restoration works on the bog, and delve into the world of moths with the opening of a moth trap and identifying these misunderstood creatures. Aoife Kirk, project coordinator of Connecting Communities with Peatlands said: “This is a great opportunity for the public to visit a bog in a Special Area of Conservation. The looped walks allow the public to explore and engage with the biodiversity and learn about the benefits of conservation and the role the local community can play in enhancing and advocating for biodiversity and conservation of our bogs”. Places are limited on the walk. Please register by emailing aoife@irishrurallink.ie. For further information, contact Eileen at kilteevantidytowns@gmail.com. Connecting Communities with Peatlands is a project funded by the National Just Transition Fund, led by Irish Rural Link and Community Wetlands Forum.
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NewsPeople It’s been a GOOD week for… Roscommon’s U-16 camogie team, who won the All-Ireland ‘C’ final with a very impressive performance against Armagh last Saturday in Kinnegad. Shamrock Rovers and their supporters, as the League of Ireland Premier Division team earned a place in the Europa League play-off round and guaranteed themselves a place in the
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Europa Conference League following their 5-2 aggregate win over North Macedonia side Shkupi. Agricultural Shows in the county, following a good turnout for Castlerea’s show recently, crowds will return to Roscommon on August 20th, Elphin on August 27th, and Strokestown on September 10th.
It’s been a BAD week for… Those looking to rent a home, as the latest Daft.ie report shows rising rental costs and just 716 homes available for rent across the country on August 1st. The global climate, with news that last month saw the lowest extent of Antarctic sea ice on record
for July, according to the European Union’s satellite monitoring group. Energy suppliers, with news of an amber alert issued for electricity generation in Ireland this week, and rumours of organised blackouts in Britain this winter when cold weather
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may coincide with gas shortages. Former US President Donald Trump, as a group of up to 30 FBI agents carried out a dawn search of his Florida home for documents retained by Trump after he left office.
Flashback to 1951: A scene from the play Hamlet, which was staged at St. Nathy’s College, Ballaghaderreen on November 25th and 26th 1951. Pictured (Back row, left to right): Joe Heavey, Tony Cassidy, Colm O’Hara, Sean McNicholas, Des Henry, Paul Surlis, Gerard Hunt, Vivian Sheridan and Tommy Joyce. Front row (left to right): Vivian Kenny, Sean McCormack, Adrian Moore and Joe Cassidy (who would later become Archbishop of Tuam). Pic courtesy of Tom Flynn, Castlerea.
Roscommon teenager attends Foróige’s International Youth Leadership Conference A Roscommon girl joined 250 teenagers from around the world in County Kildare recently for Foróige’s International Leadership for Life Youth Conference. Jennifer Rogers joined other young people from the United States, Ukraine, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, South Africa and Ireland to learn how to become leaders in their own lives. During the week-long conference the teens learned crucial life skills such as empathy, decision making, communication skills, critical thinking and teamwork. Seán Campbell, CEO of Foróige, said: “It’s so important for this event to be
back again in person. The conference gives young leaders the opportunity to not only learn from the speakers and facilitators, but to learn from each other in a fun and safe environment. “Young people are playing a greater role than ever before in highlighting the issues that really matter and youth activism and community action are central pillars of our Leadership programme. I’m always in awe of what young people can achieve when given the opportunity”. As part of the week-long conference, the delegates got a chance to meet inspirational guest speakers including Yemi Adenuga,
the first black woman to be elected as a public representative in Ireland, Professor Mark Brennan, the UNESCO Chair for Rural Community, Leadership and Youth Development at Pennsylvania State University and Jordan Lee, professional high jump athlete on the Irish Paralympic team. When asked about speaking at this year’s event Yemi Adenuga commented: “As a woman who is very passionate about building women and young people, I am always thankful for every opportunity to inspire, empower and impact the youth so their future can be brighter and their lives better than ours”.
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Jennifer Rogers from Roscommon pictured at Foróige’s International Leadership for Life Youth Conference in Kildare last Friday.
The things people say…
“Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes.” —Jack Handey
“A good rule to remember for life is that when it comes to plastic surgery and sushi, never be attracted by a bargain.” —Graham Norton
Sarah Purcell (daughter of Boyle footballer Seán Purcell) pictured ready to cheer daddy on with her grandmother Marion Purcell at the Hodson Bay Hotel SFC match between Boyle and Western Gaels at Abbey Park last weekend. Pic: Bernie O’Farrell
“You know you’ve reached middle age when you’re cautioned to slow down by your doctor, instead of by the police.” —Joan Rivers
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RFU decision reflective of polarising views Let’s talk about ... EFFECTS OF POLITICAL DIVISION ON LGBTQ+ ISSUES (A student’s perspective)
Alannah Ita Healy If you walk down Dominick Street in Galway this week, you’ll be met with a sea of Pride flags that stretch all the way down the road, jutting out from above the various bars, shops, and chippies. This is because Galway is celebrating its 2022 Pride festival this week, and the area is set to play host to a fair amount of the festival’s events. I’d seen the street lined with Pride flags like this earlier this summer, back when Pride Month was being celebrated in June. However, during that time, while Dublin Pride and similar celebrations happened, Galway did not hold its full festival. Not until now, two months later. But Galway Pride not taking place during Pride month (as one might expect) is not an outlier; the case is the same for many counties across the country. The Irish Pride movement first began gaining real traction in the 1970s, with the first Pride march taking place in 1974 with ten marchers in attendance. It was almost ten years later before the first large-scale march took place, and when it finally did in 1983, it, devastatingly, was in response the brutal murder of an Irishman, Declan Flynn, in a homophobic attack, and the subsequent release of the five men responsible for his death. Evidentially, the Irish
Pride movement was facing an uphill battle, and it was not helped by the fact there was very little strength in numbers. And so, in deciding to host events at different dates in different counties, more people could travel around to attend them. This tradition has continued forward to today (explaining Galway’s August Pride celebrations), despite modern attendances not presenting the same issue - thousands were in attendance at Pride events in Dublin and Cork this year after the Covid hiatus, and no doubt Galway will see huge crowds for Saturday’s parade. Irish Pride today has moved way beyond ten-person marches, and just seeing how far the movement has come is testament to how our societal attitudes around LGBTQ+ issues have progressed in Ireland. After all, in the last few decades, Irish society has consistently edged towards more progressive territories when it comes to LGBTQ+ issues and rights. Of course, there remains more that could be done, but historically speaking, Ireland has continually been on a path of progress. That said, in the more recent past, I’ve felt there seems to be renewed fire lit under anti-LGBT+ sentiment bubbling up now in Ireland. For example, though we
might reflect on Declan Flynn’s murder in 1983 and think of it as backward times, it was only this year that a lesbian couple were violently attacked in Dublin and two men passed away as a result of a suspected homophobic attack in Sligo. In addition, despite the issue being raised more and more in public discussion recently, Ireland to this day has failed to outlaw the practicing of conversion ‘therapy’, which has been so incredibly damaging and traumatising for many LGBTQ+ folk over the years (not to mention being entirely ineffectual and rooted in bigotry). But perhaps the most evident example of Ireland’s backsliding on LGBTQ+ issues, can be found by looking at the increase in anti-trans sentiment that we’ve been seeing recently. Just a few months ago, RTÉ
were criticised for enabling transphobic hate speech when callers’ anti-trans views were put to air. Even side-lining the question of what RTÉ should rightfully platform, the incident highlighted the surprising extent and popularity of antitrans opinions. Flash forward to this week, when the IRFU followed in the footsteps of the RFU and World Rugby to ban trans women from contact rugby to “ensure fair competition and the safety of competitors”. I’ve written before about how the opinions of those opposing trans women’s inclusion in sports are often rooted in transphobia and an unwavering belief that biological women are inferior to biological men, but then disguised as an attempt to ‘protect women’s sports’. In this case too, the IRFU’s
decision seems much more linked to the controversy around trans sportswomen at the moment, as opposed to actual concerns about women’s sport – especially considering how often they’re under fire for mistreating women players (one recent example being in 2021, when Connacht players were forced to change beside the bins at Donnybrook stadium). These types of events, the increasingly blatant sense of homophobia and transphobia that seems to be permeating into Irish society, are incredibly disheartening. We have, in so many instances, been an example of progress and inclusivity, but recently there has been a changing of the tide. It feels as though in some ways, progression on LGBTQ+ issues is not the (relatively) steady march forward it once was.
Perhaps this is purely reflective of the much more divided political climate we’ve all landed in the past while. PostCovid especially, there has been a deeper global sense of political polarisation. We have seen how so many people’s attitudes have diverged to extremes, and perhaps progression for LGBTQ+ issues is just one of the latest casualties of this. Ireland, for all its past (and recent) transgressions and strides when it comes to LGBTQ+ issues, remains a country that is testament to how much things can change – both for the worse and the better it seems. Hopefully the political polarisation and rise in extremist anti-LGBTQ opinions we’ve seen recently fades away soon, and the path to progress from here on out is clearer.
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ICMSA accuses Government of ‘three card trick’ over destocking ICMSA President Pat McCormack has accused Government Ministers of attempting a ‘three card trick’ over compulsory destocking of family farms. Mr. McCormack this week contradicted claims by Ministers that compulsory destocking was not being sought. “Such compulsory destocking has already begun and just because it is happening via the amended Nitrates Regulations does not make it any less of a harmful fact,” he said. Mr McCormack said that there are family farms who will have to destock at the start of 2023 and may have to further destock in 2024 due to policies agreed by Government. He said the net affect of this would be the removal of the family farm model to be replaced by the industrial scale farms seen in other countries. “This policy is being driven by the changes introduced under the Nitrates Regulations which were proposed and designed by
our own Government and cannot be blamed on the EU,” he said. The ICMSA President added that politicians – both local and national – seemed “completely unaware of the effects the changes would have on full-time commercial dairy family farms who, were constantly assured, policy was attempting to protect”. Mr. McCormack accused the Government of introducing massive policy changes without consultation and he cited the amended nitrates rates as an example. “Government policy amounts to a ‘three card trick’ where farming communities were distracted and told to focus on one highly visible area while ruinous policy changes were smuggled past without any worthwhile consultation or analysis,” he said. “We have always said that farmers are happy and willing to play our role in this historic drive to sustainability, but we seem
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ICSA Chair: ‘Sheep farmers are being fleeced!’ ICSA Sheep chairman, Sean McNamara, has slammed meat factories, claiming they have taken over €4 million out of sheep farmers pockets over the last number of weeks. “Lamb prices have been pulled sharply again and again in recent weeks; we’re now back €1/kg compared to where we were in the second week of July. That is around €21/kg slashed from every lamb processed at the 21kg weight limit. With an average of 50,000 lambs processed per week, that’s €1.05 million denied to sheep farmers per week, or over €4 million over the course of four weeks,” he said.
“Sheep farmers simply cannot absorb that kind of hit. Inflation is hitting us hard and input costs have gone through the roof. The processors tell us that we are getting the same as last year, but what good is that to us? Last year’s prices are not enough to keep us in business this year. We cannot survive as a sector when we cannot cover our basic costs of production”. Mr. McNamara urged all sheep farmers to resist any further price cuts: “There is no justification for these price cuts and the way processors are treating their suppliers is unacceptable”.
“It’s up to our rural representatives to insist that our farming communities get at least the same level of consultation and consider-
ation that the Government seems very happy to give everyone else,” concluded Mr. McCormack.
Castlerea MART WATCH Larger numbers of stock presented for sale this week with trade and prices holding well, and in some cases improved this week especially for the forward lots, while the quality stores made some very fancy prices. The bullock ring witnessed prices peaking at €2,360 and the heifer ring noticed lots making up to €2,330, while the dry cows peaked at €2,320. The weanling rings have started very brightly with the bulls making up to €3.67 per kilo, while the heifer weanlings peaked at €4.25 per kilo. Cows with calves at foot made from €880 to €2,400 for a cow and her heifer calf at foot. Springers made from €890 to €1,260. Young calves made from €270 to €400 while runners made from €140 to €780 for continental lots. Sales continue at Castlerea Mart today (Thursday, August 11th) with our weekly sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves, runners, and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am. Sample prices for bullocks: Ch 410kgs €1600, Lim 470kgs €1610, Ch 435kgs €1540, Ch 545kgs €1810, Lim 535kgs €1500, Lim 505kgs €1340, Ch 575kgs €1850, AA 560kgs €1620, Ch 635kgs €1830, Ch 775kgs €2320, Ch 810kgs €2360, Ch 715kgs €2150. Heifers: Lim 390kgs €1490, Lim 410kgs €1380, AA 380kgs €1170, Ch 465 kgs €1590, Lim 470kgs €1520, AA 700kgs €2100, Lim 610kgs €1940, AA 790kgs €2330, AA 775kgs €2330, Ch 450kgs €1310, Lim 495kgs €1570. Dry cows: Lim 815kgs €2320, Lim 780kgs €2300, Lim 775kgs €2250, AA 755kgs €2170, AA 740kgs €2110, Fr 485kgs €700, AA 415kgs €1040. Weanling bulls: Lim 295kgs €990, Lim 275kgs €930, Ch 245kgs €900, BBX 445kgs €1500, Lim 340kgs €1230, Lim 385kgs €1200, Ch 365kgs €1160. Weanling heifers: Ch 295kgs €870, Lim 265kgs €700, Ch 320kgs €1360, Ch 370kgs €1260, Ch 345kgs €1120, Lim 335kgs €1100, Ch 385kgs €1240.
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IFA National Livestock Chair, Brendan Golden has said that market conditions are favourable for beef as prices in our key export markets stabilise and in some cases strengthen. This, he said, when aligned with the tighter supplies of suitably finished cattle, is adding to the increased demand from factories for cattle. He said to date 997,516 cattle have been processed during 2022, an increase of 89,716 head or 10% from the corresponding period in 2021. Prime cattle throughput has increased by 45,677 head with cow throughput
increasing by 34,122 head. Brendan Golden said cattle supplies off grass are expected to remain steady and there is an expected increase in demand for exports of forward store and finished cattle as the year progresses. The IFA National Livestock Chair said there is room for stronger beef price returns in the market place with the Irish Prime Composite Price at €4.82/kg now a full 19c/kg below the Prime Export Benchmark Price of €5.01c/kg. He said attempts by factories last week to reduce quotes further did not
succeed and as the week progressed prices offered to secure cattle increased. Mr. Golden said the live export trade has performed well so far in 2022 with cattle exports running 13% ahead of 2021 levels. There were 215,539 cattle exported from Ireland up to the week ending 10 July 2022. The IFA National Livestock Chair said exports of weanlings are ahead of previous years, driven by the increase in cattle being exported to third country markets and also some increase to customers in the EU.
Murphy urges the public to support local shows Speaking following the launch of the 50th Roscommon Agricultural Show at Hannon’s Hotel on Thursday night last, Senator Eugene Murphy complimented those involved in show since 1970 and welcomed funding for agricultural shows across the country. “It is great to see the shows back. I would like to congratulate the Roscommon Show committee for
putting a full programme of items together and I urge the public of Roscommon town and the rural community throughout County Roscommon to come out in large numbers to this year’s Show,” he said. Senator Murphy also welcomed what he described as the Government’s commitment to agricultural shows in Roscommon. “Roscommon, Elphin, Strokestown
the tops in the stag ewes fetched €196. Please note all sheep must be tagged with a full yellow EID Tag set. Sheep sales continue each Wednesday. Yard opens at 8 am. All stock must be penned by 10 am. Sale can be viewed live on www.livestock-live.com. Finally, there was a very large entry of breeding sheep on offer at our opening sale held on Saturday last with a good number of customers in attendance. Hoggets ranged from €130 up to €250; 2-year-olds made from €160 up to €182; 3-year-olds made from €155 up to €190. Sales continue for breeding sheep this Saturday at 11 am. Also, the Irish Suffolk Sheep Society West of Ireland Pedigree Suffolk Sheep Breeders Club Premier Show & Sale. Show at 11.30 am. Sale at 1.30 pm. Sample prices for dry cows: AAX 890kgs €2440, Lim X 800kgs €2370, Char X 785kgs
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Roscommon MART WATCH There were similar numbers on offer this week with a firm trade for all classes. Bullocks made from an average of €2.72 per kilo up to €3.55 per kilo. Dry cows averaged from €2.58 per kilo up to €2.96 per kilo. There was a good demand from ringside buyers with online bidders also active. There was a good entry of excellent quality weanlings on offer at our Show and Sale of Autumn Born Weanlings held on Tuesday last. Trade was brisk with a good number of customers actively bidding both online and at the ringside. Please note the next sale of weanlings will be held on Tuesday, August 23rd at 4 pm. Bookings accepted up to 5 pm on Thursday, August 18th. There were increased numbers on offer at this week’s sheep sale with a steady trade for both lambs and cast ewes. Spring lambs made up to €153 while
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There is a selection of fully finished new houses which qualify for the Help to Buy Scheme for first-time buyers, incorporating three and four bedrooms, bungalows and
semi-detached houses. Prices start at €225,000. For more details and appointment to view, contact Oates Auctioneers Ltd on 090-6627878.
Exceptional B rated property presented for sale in immaculate condition by its present owners with no expense spared. Most desirable location just off the main Roscommon/Athlone route, 3 miles from Roscommon town and convenient to Portrunny Bay and the River Shannon. The property lies on a large site with views over Mote Park and comprises reception hallway, open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room. 2 large bedrooms (both en-suite), large utility and family bathroom There is a large attic/storage area with carpet flooring and Velux window. Outside, attractive cut stone walling with traditional stone outbuildings. Price Region: € 295,000 BER Rating: B3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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60 Hawthorn Drive, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon F42 D635 Quality 3 bedroom bungalow located in this hallmark estate within walking distance to Hannon’s Hotel, University Hospital Roscommon and all town amenities. Situated on a private landscaped site, this property comprises entrance hallway, large sitting room with solid fuel stove, open plan kitchen/dining room and utility with w.c. off. 3 large bedrooms (2 with built in wardrobes) and family bathroom. Early viewing is advised by the Auctioneers. Price Region: € 220,000 BER Rating: D1 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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10 The Spinney, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon F42 E778 Superb family home presented for sale in immaculate condition by its present owners with no expense spared. Spacious property in this established sought after residential area adjacent to the Abbey Hotel and within walking distance to all town amenities including Railway station. Accommodation consists of 5 bedrooms (2 en-suite) includes en-suite ground floor bedroom, sitting room, kitchen, dining room, utility and family bathroom. Outside, manicured grounds with private rear garden and steel shed. Viewing is recommended. Price Region: € 350,000 BER Rating: C2
Church Street, Roscommon Town, CO. ROSCOMMON TEL: 090 6627878 FAX: 090 6627877 E-mail info@oates.ie Website: www.oates.ie
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Prime Curraghboy farm new to the market
This week, Cormac Sheehy of RE/MAX Team Earley is presenting to the market a prime roadside farm, set adjacent to Curraghboy village. The sale of this farm offers farmers a great opportunity to acquire lands
in the highly regarded farming area of Rackins, Curraghboy, Co. Roscommon. The lands, comprised in folio RN21434, are located just off the N61 Roscommon to Athlone route, offering quality lands in
two lots, which can be sold separately should market interest dictate. The lands are laid out in an approximately 26 acres lot and an approximately seven acres lot. For further details or to arrange an ap-
pointment to view, please contact Remax Team Earley, Stonecourt Roscommon on 090-6626579, email teamearley@remax.ie or log onto teamearley. ie. Contact auctioneer Cormac directly on 086-3519492.
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Cormac 086 3519492
Cathal 086 1409158
NEW TO THE MARKET
NEW TO THE MARKET
2 BEDROOMED COTTAGE STYLE RESIDENCE LOCATED AT
3 BEDROOMED COTTAGE STYLE RESIDENCE LOCATED AT
WILLSGROVE, CASTLEREA, CO. ROSCOMMON F45 XO18
OAKFIELD, STROKESTOWN, CO. ROSCOMMON F42 NY83
AMV €45,000
A 2 bedroomed cottage style residence in need of restoration standing on a site area of 1 acre approx. Comprising briefly of Kitchen, living room, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Services on site This is an ideal restoration project The auctioneer invites offers and all viewings to sell.
AMV:€175,000
A charming 3 bedroomed residence of approx. 1077 sqft on a fine site area of approx. 2 acres. Once one steps inside the home the quality of finish is apparent with solid wood kitchen cabinets and double glazing throughout. This home truly is in turnkey condition. This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a cottage styled residence with a private driveway and beautifully maintained lawns within a peaceful and tranquil setting. The property is well situated between the villages of Strokestown (6km) and Tulsk (9km). It is located just 5km from the (N61) Boyle to Roscommon route. For more information please contact the office. VIEWING STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY The auctioneer invites offers and all viewings to sell.
DUE TO CANCELLATION
NEW TO THE MARKET
3 BEDROOMED BUNGALOW RESIDENCE LOCATED AT
4 BEDROOMED BUNGALOW RESIDENCE LOCATED AT
CLERRAGH, FRENCHPARK, CO. ROSCOMMON F45 VY98
MULLYMUX, ROSCOMON, CO. ROSCOMMON F42HX80
A superb 3 bedroom bungalow of approx. 839.59 sq ft. The property is presented in immaculate condition and has been recently renovated both internally and externally. A contemporary design runs through the whole house and features bespoke handmade wood features in each room, designer wallpaper and newly stained and varnished oak flooring. This charming bungalow is evidently cared for by the current owners with a meticulous eye for detail throughout. Externally the site of approx. 0.5 acres features an array of shrubs, trees, flowers, wildflowers, fruit trees and a newly seeded lawn. The garden is split into various zones which include flower beds, lawn, patio area and dining area. The site is truly a gardeners paradise. Private parking is available to the front of the property with a timber fence boundary. Ideally located within easy reach of Frenchpark Village Viewing of this home is highly recommended and guaranteed not to disappoint. Viewings strictly by appointment.
This is a fine quality 4 Bedroomed bungalow style residence comprising briefly of reception/hallway, sitting room, living room, kitchen, utility, sunroom, 4 bedrooms in all with master en suite and family bath room standing on a site area of approx. 0.46 of an acre Set within 2.5 km of Roscommon town centre on the Boyle Road this property is in a fantastic location and sure to tick many boxes for prospective buyers. Set on a beautifully mature site with tarmacadam driveway. Once one steps inside the home the quality of finish is apparent with solid wood kitchen cabinets and double glazing throughout this home truly is turnkey condition. The house extends to almost 1800 square feet and is ready for immediate occupancy. OFCH and solid fuel fires within. The auctioneer now invites immediate viewings and all offers to sell
AMV: €159,500
PRICE GUIDE €225,000
Stone Court Centre, The Square, Roscommon. Tel: (090) 6626579 / 6626796. Mobile: Cormac 086 3519492 or Cathal 086 1409158 Email: teamearley@remax.ie • Web: www.teamearley.ie
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Property/NewsPeople Ballinlough, Co. Roscommon Telephone: (086) 6089591
New to the Market - For Sale Circa 32 acres of land with excellent road frontage at Granlahan, Ballinlough, Co. Roscommon This is a prime roadside farm set adjacent to Granlahan Village. The sale of these lands must offer all farmers a great opportunity to acquire lands in this farming district. Benefits from an old cottage with out buildings PRICE ON APPLICATION Legal: William Henry Solc, Ballymote, Co. Sligo.
Three-bed bungalow for sale in Loughglynn For sale with John Gill Auctioneers is a three-bedroom bungalow, located at Cloonmaul, Loughglynn, Co. Roscommon. Presented in top order, both internally and externally, accommodation consists of a kitchen, living area, reception, three bedrooms, and bathroom/toilet. The property is located just a short drive from the village of Loughglynn and a 15-minute drive to Knock Airport. For further details or to arrange an appointment to view, please contact John Gill Auctioneer on 086-6089591 or email jpgill@eircom.net.
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Ballygar residence available from Moran & Co
Moran & Co are this week offering for sale a large four-bedroomed property of approximately 149 square metres and standing on 0.12 hectares at Hermitage, Ballygar. The property has undergone refurbishment in recent years and requires some further investment to complete the work. Accommodation comprises of a sitting room, living room, kitchen, four
bedrooms, and bathroom. There is access to public water works and a septic tank. This residence benefits from a delightful and private rural location, which is convenient to Ballygar. This is an excellent opportunity to purchase a property with character and potential. Ballygar is on the main Roscommon Galway route, ten miles from Ro-
scommon and 18 miles from Athlone and Ballinasloe. The property is convenient to shops, schools, health centre, chemist, Credit Union, childcare and sports facilities. Viewing is highly recommended and strictly by appointment with the auctioneers. Full details from David Moran, Moran & Co. Tel. 090-6624531 or email info@moranandco. ie.
Pictured at Granlahan Sports Day in 1986.
Granlahan Sports Day returns after two years! Granlahan Sports Day makes a welcome return this Sunday (14th) following after a two-year absence due to Covid-19. ‘Athlete of the Year’ is once again up for grabs as Kealan Flynn attempts to retain his title. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever and will kick off with the National School Age Mixed Football at 2.30 pm. There will be plenty of races throughout the day and fun for the whole family so bring your own egg and spoon, sack, and tie for the three-legged race! There will be a new event this year ‘Bale Rolling Race’ as well as ‘Guess the weight of the sheep’ and ‘How many sweets in the jar?’ There will also be a raffle on the day with a hotel voucher worth €250 on offer as well as many other prizes. This is a cash only event and admission is €10 per family or €5 for adults. Novelty events are €2 and parking is available at the church. The running order and number of races may change on the day and committee’s decisions are final.
Average Roscommon rent is up 99% from its lowest point With the release of the latest Daft.ie Rental Price Report the findings show that market rents in the second quarter of 2022 were an average of 12.6% higher than the same period a year earlier. In Roscommon, market rents were on average 18.1% higher in the second quarter of 2022 than a year previously. The average listed rent is now €980, up 99% from its lowest point. Overall, rents in Connacht rose 15.6% yearon-year, reflecting very low availability. There were just 65 homes available to rent on August 1st, down 36% compared to a year ago. The average market rent nationwide between April and June was €1,618 per month, up 3.3% on the first three months of the year. Nationwide, there were just 716 homes available to rent on August 1st, down from almost 2,500
Pictured is Rev Daniel Udofia MSP.
New tourism signage in Ballyleague unveiled
a year ago, which is a new all-time low in a series that extends back to 2006. As has been consistently the case over much of the past decade, the increase in market rents around the country is driven by a further tightening in rental availability. The scarcity of rental homes has been unprecedented over the past year. Compared to 2009, rental availability has fallen by 97% nationwide.
Commenting on the report, Ronan Lyons, Associate Professor of Economics at Trinity College Dublin and author of the Daft Report, said “A resurgent economy over the last year has accentuated the chronic shortage of rental housing in Ireland.” “The shortage of rental accommodation translates directly into higher market rents and this can only be addressed by significantly increased supply.”
Ballyleague’s new tourism signage, commissioned and erected by Ballyleague Tidy Towns, was recently revealed at an unveiling ceremony, held to recognise the hard work and effort put into this project. The ceremony was hosted by Rev Daniel Udofia MSP. The signage includes a number of finger-post signs between The Ballyleague Marina, the Promenade, and the North Quays areas, which will guide visitors to amenities such as toilets/showers recycling facilities, the ‘Access For All’ boat service etc. In addition, there is signage pointing towards the 16th century Castle/Tower House and St. Fáithleach’s Well, as well as a new ‘Tourism Information’ sign by the Ballyleague Marina. This sign was produced by Mary Fleming of Rusty Lemon Design, in conjunction with the Ballyleague Tidy Towns committee, and features information on Lough Ree and the biodiversity associated with the lough and surrounding areas. The sign also focuses on visitor attractions and places of interest in both Ballyleague and Lanesborough, in addition to visitor attractions in the wider counties of Longford and Roscommon.
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Ifac urge local SMEs to ‘get credit under control’ Ifac, Ireland’s farming, food and agribusiness specialist professional services firm, is advising Roscommon SME and start-up business owners to make sure they avoid poor credit control to ensure their survival. Julie Burke, National Credit Controller at Ifac said: “I like to think of a
business as a person. At the heart of that business, is credit control. It brings money into the business. This in turn means it can be pumped back out in many different directions to keep the business alive. And of course, if it doesn’t, come in, it can’t go out and the business suffers”. Ifac highlighted common
mistakes businesses make in their first five years including overtrading, not following up for payment, extending credit limits, and being underprepared for unpredictable events. The group has advised businesses to follow up consistently on debts, speak to customers when there’s a problem, and put
credit control at the top of the agenda with regular analysis. Julie continued: “If you are looking to start this process today, my advice is to start with your worst and work backwards. For example, look at all aged debt over six months, pursue every lead, follow up and chase this debt. When
you are satisfied you have done all you can, move the goal post and work from 60 days credit and so on. The key to this is breaking it down into manageable portions so that you can manage it. “For further information and/or advice contact your local ifac office or visit ifac.ie”.
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Local retailers listed among ‘Top 100 Stores in Ireland’
Two Roscommon retailers have been named as ‘Top 100 Stores in Ireland’ by Retail Excellence, the largest retail industry representative organisation in Ireland. Ardcarne Garden Centre in Boyle and Brian Mulligan and Co. furniture store in Ballaghaderreen were recently hon-
oured by Retail Excellence. The Top 100 stores are part of the AIB Merchant Services Retail Excellence Awards, which were established in 1997 to promote best practice and encourage high standards in the Irish retail industry, and are now the largest and most prestigious of its kind in Ireland. The awards
will take place on November 12th in the Galmont Hotel in Galway. Hubert O’Donoghue, General Manager of awards sponsors AIB Merchant Services, said: “With the announcement of the Top 100 Stores in Ireland, we at AIB Merchant Services recognise the significant mile-
stone this achievement represents and would like to offer congratulations to all who were lucky enough be nominated. It is vital that we have these awards to shine a light on their continued commitment to superior customer service and their on-going dedication to strive for success during these constantly
changing times. The very best of luck to the stores who have managed to achieve the coveted Top 100 status and we look forward with anticipation to seeing you over the coming months on the road to the AIBMS Retail Excellence Awards 2022”. Separately, Retail Excellence will host a Retail Digital Sum-
Businesses invited to collaborate with TUS Digital Marketing students on live projects Lecturers at the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Athlone Campus, are inviting companies nationally to collaborate with digital marketing students on a series of live digital marketing and consultancy projects for the 2022/23 academic year. Students from TUS’s Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Digital Marketing and the Master of Science in Digital Marketing will develop and implement a fully-fledged digital marketing strategy for participating businesses under the supervision of experienced digital marketing lecturers and practitioners. “This is a fantastic opportunity for businesses across the country to avail of our students’ expertise in this technical area and in return, our students get to apply their cutting-edge knowledge of digital marketing tools and processes in a real-world scenario under our supervision,”
said Louise Murray, a senior marketing lecturer in the Faculty of Business at TUS in Athlone. “If your company has a digital marketing skills gap and could benefit from such a collaboration, please get in touch. We are looking for businesses of all sizes to get involved - from one person operations to SMEs, right up to multinational companies from any sector”. This successful collaboration has seen past students collaborate with a wide variety of businesses including DPD Ireland, Panelto Foods, Zinkworks, Ganlys of Athone, deDANU Skincare, Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Rye River Brewery, Buymedia, Fernhill Garden Centre, Baseworx Ireland, and Burren Eco Tourism, among many others. “A comprehensive, data-backed marketing strategy is essential for any business looking to maintain competitive-
mit on September 6th and 7th in Carton House Hotel. The event will be opened by Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail Damien English, and among the speakers will be Geoff Ramm, author of Celebrity Service, James Gold of Skinnydip, and former Irish Navy Captain Marie Gleeson.
2022 Pakman Awards now open for nominations Repak has launched the 2022 Pakman Awards, Ireland’s National Environmental Awards, which recognise excellence in recycling and waste management across organisations and businesses, as well as community groups and individuals in Ireland. Entries are now open on pakman.ie, closing on Friday, September 23rd. Now in its eighth year, The Pakman Awards are recognised as one of the most prestigious accolades that an organisation, community group or individual can win in Ireland’s environmental sector. This year will see ten categories in the National Environmental Awards and the Overall Pakman Award, which was won by Irish Packaging Recycling (IPR) in 2021. IPR invested €2 million upgrading the plastics and metals sorting line at its Dublin plant in 2020, which resulted in the recovery of an additional 2,500 tonnes of plastics and aluminium. Award categories also include Community Recycling Initiative, Waste Prevention Award and Business Recycling Champion. Category entrants from Roscommon are invited to submit examples of their environmental efforts from the past year, with details of all categories available on pakman.ie. The winners will be announced at this year’s Pakman Awards, which will be held on October 28th in The Marker Hotel, Dublin. The 2022 Pakman Awards opened to entries on July 25th.
Regan’s Gastro Pub shortlisted for a number of national awards TUS lecturers Louise Murray and Dr. Aisling Keenan-Gaylard are inviting submissions of interest from businesses interested in collaborating with students on a range of live digital marketing and consultancy projects.
ness and grow its market share. Our digital marketing students assess the specific needs of their partner company, considering the type of industry, competitors operating
in the space, the nature of the product/service, among other things, and in turn build a full-funnel strategy to address those unique considerations,” Dr Keenan-Gaylard said.
Businesses interested in participating in the programme are invited to fill out an expression of interest form, available at www.ait.ie/digitalprojects.
Regan’s Gastro Pub in Roscommon town has been nominated in a number of categorie s in Restaurant Awards and Food Awards the Irish Ireland. The business, which is located on the Square in Roscommon town, was announced as a finalist in the ‘Gastro Pub of the Year’ category by Ireland as well as in several categorie Food Awards s including ‘Best Restaurant’, ‘Best Casual Dining’, ‘Best Chef ’ (Atila Tavares), ‘Best Gastro Pub’, ‘Best Cust omer Experience’, ‘Best Wine Experience’, and ‘Best Man ager’ (David Regan). A post on Regan’s Facebook page said the business was delighted to be nominated and paid tribute to its customers and hardworking staff .
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Classifieds INFORMATION < I N F O R M AT I O N : Sought for local film documentaries. Anyone who may have pictures/ video clips/old VHS footage etc from the time of Fr. Ray Browne’s ministries in Drumboylan, Roscommon Town and Kilbride are asked if they could share with Ronan Carley for possible use in this production. Contact Ronan on 086 3503732 or email: ronancarley@ yahoo.com.
IRISH ANCESTORS TRACING IRISH ANCESTORS I am trying to locate the Irish Ancestors of Mary Fannon, the daughter of John Fannon and Jane Fallon, baptised 24th April 1837, (sponsors: Patrick Mally and Mary Cunnan). Found in Roscommon RC Baptisms, vol. 1, p272. If anybody has information on my ancestors, can you please contact me at the below email or postal address. I would be very grateful for any information, anyone may have. Marilyn J. Sachtjen 12917 N. North Park Road Newman Lake Washington 99025 USA Email: masksacht@yahoo.com
PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, David Lowe on behalf of HSE Children’s Disability Network Team intend to make application to Roscommon County Council for planning permission for change of use to existing ground floor Commercial Units previously granted planning permission under P&D Ref: 05/122 and 05/634 to Children’s Disability Service, associated work and services at Carrownabrickna, Racecourse Road, Roscommon. Signed: Gaynor Architectural + Design Services Ltd. Architects Fallon Avenue, Roscommon. Phone: 090 6626974 Mobile: 086 8115449
The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission.
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PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Application is being made to Roscommon County Council for permission to Replace Shopfront and provide separate New Front Entrance Door to “The Westbury” Public-house at St. Patrick St., Castlerea.
Signed: Peter Hynes The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.
ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I Lisa and Patrick Hanley, intend to apply for permission for retention of (1) single storey extension to side of dwelling, (2) septic tank and percolation area at this site, Carrownabrickna, Racecourse Road, Roscommon, F42 AT86.
The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Signed: Micah T Jones Architect.
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(Monday to Saturday) Also available in Boyle & Athlone -------Chiropody treatment and all aspects of Foot Pain. Orthotics prescribed
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Catriona Byrne DIP CHFP
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Michael Flahive, Ard Aoibhinn, Roscommon - Applicant Secretary, Dr. Doughlas Hyde Park Club, Roscommon - Applicant. Take Notice that Michael Flahive, Ard Aoibhinn, Roscommon, Secretary, Dr. Douglas Hyde Park Club, intends to apply to Roscommon District Court to be held at The Courthouse, Roscommon on Tuesday, 20th September 2022 at 10.30am, for the Grant of Licence to use a particular place to wit the Dr. Douglas Hyde Park Club House situate at Ardsallagh, Roscommon in the Court area and District aforesaid, for Public Dancing. Dated the 8th day of August 2022 Signed: Thomas V. McCrann & Son, Solicitors for the Aplicant, Church Street, Roscommon. To: The District Court Clerk, Government Buildings, Golf Links Road, Roscommon. To: The Superintendent, Garda Síochána, Roscommon. To: The Chief Fire Officer, Fire Authority HQ, Circular Road, Roscommon. To: The Secretary, Roscommon County Council, Aras An Chontae, Roscommon.
Tel: 087 2264951
College Road, For Bookings Contact: Mountbellew,
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MH HOSPITALITY LIMITED Applicant TAKE NOTICE that MH Hospitality Limited having its registered office at Ardsallagh Beg, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon intends to apply to the Judge sitting at Roscommon Annual Licensing District Court on the 20th day of September, 2022 at 10.30 a.m. or an adjourned date thereafter, for a Dance Licence for Public Dancing pursuant to the provisions of the Public Dance Halls Act, 1935 in respect of premises known as “Hannon’s Hotel” situate at Ardsallagh Beg, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon in the Court Area and District aforesaid. Dated this 10th day of August 2022 Signed: Patrick J. Neilan LLP Solicitors for the Applicant, Church Street, Roscommon To:
The Superintendent, Garda Siochana, Garda Station, Roscommon
And: The Secretary, Roscommon County Council, Aras an Chontae Roscommon Being the Local Authority for the purposes of the Public Dance Halls Act, 1935 And: The Chief Fire Officer, Roscommon County Council, Aras an Chontae Roscommon Being the Fire Authority for the purposes of the Fire Services Act, 1981 And: The District Court Clerk, Court Services Government Buildings, Golf Links Road, Roscommon
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TOP QUALITY TURF 10x6 Loads of Turf, saved in good weather and stored in dry shed, will deliver. Phone:
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< PAINTER & DECORATOR AVAILABLE: For all your painting needs, keen and competive prices. Tel: Tom on 086 0815802
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COVERING ROSCOMMON AREA TELEPHONE MICHAEL HAVERTY: 086 8381227 or 086 1997815 <SOCIAL DANCING: Every Friday night in An Bothar Rua, Elphin with live music from 9.30pm til late. This Friday night Andy Feery. Dance class from 8.30pm. Tel. 087 9809432
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Accounting & Taxation Services Ltd Gary Greene Accounting & Taxation Services Ltd is currently looking for full time experienced
Office Administrator/ Receptionist with immediate start. This position will play an integral role in the customer service and organizational strength of our Accounting Office. Qualified candidates must have excellent communication and IT skills, a strong ability to multi-task and a friendly demeanor. Responsibilities • Greet clients and offer assistance where required. • Conduct clerical duties, including filing, answering phone calls, responding to emails and preparing documents • Perform accounting tasks, such as Payroll and filing returns via ROS Qualifications & Skills • 2+ years Experience in a busy office setting • Ability to handle highly sensitive & confidential information • Excellent written and verbal communication strong attention to detail • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel & Outlook • Experience in Payroll (desirable) • Experience in Revenue on Line and Offline Applications • Excellent time management skills/strong record keeping skills • Ability to multi –task and prioritise and to work towards deadlines • Background in farming (not essential) • Sage Accounts Production experience (not essential) Please apply with CV to: ccurley@gats.ie by Friday, 19th August 2022 at 5pm.
WINDOW & DOOR FITTERS REQUIRED Roscommon Town and surrounding area. Please send your CV and cover letter to:
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Appointments Roscommon Community Preschool Roscommon Community Preschool POSITION: Roscommon Community Playgroup CLG, RCN 20029777
Roscommon Community Playgroup CLG, 18 Henry Street, Roscommon, F42RCN X29220029777
Phone: (083) 305 6686/ (090) 6627208 Email: roscommonpreschool@gmail.com
18 Henry Street, Roscommon, F42 X292
PART TIME AIM SUPPORT WORKER POSITION
POSITION: TELLER
TELLER REPORTING TO: CEO/Supervisor REPORTING TO: CEO/Supervisor Permanent CONTRACT: Full-time
CONTRACT: Permanent This role will be based in our Ballaghaderreen and/or Roscommon branches This role will beThe based in ourcandidate Ballaghaderreen and/or Roscommon successful will be responsible for carrying branches out a range of operational and
administrative duties that will contribute to the effective running of the day-to-day operations of
the credit union. (Full time position may become available) The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out a range of operational and Fridayroscommonpreschool@gmail.com Key Responsibilities: one: (083) 305 6686/ (090) 66272081pm-4pm Monday –Email: • To provide a quality service toto members at therunning counterof tothe enable them tooperations make lodgements, administrative duties that will contribute the effective day-to-day Term Time Only withdrawals, loan issues and repayments For the preschool year 2022-2023 of the credit• Process union. direct debits. Standing orders, EFT’s and amend mandates Role: AIM Support Worker, working alongside our experienced ECCE Team. Responsible for assisting in developing and coordinating support to children participating in ECCE setting.
PART TIME AIM SUPPORT WORKER POSITION (Full time position may become available)
Essential Criteria: • Minimum QQI/ FETAC Level 5 in Childcare • Minimum 1 Year experience in a busy childcare environment • Garda Vetting Required Person Specifications: • Ability to work as part of a team • Ability to ensure the health & safety of children at all times • Kind, friendly and responsive to the needs of children • Good communication skills, fun loving and active • Ability to work on own initiative For the preschool year 2022-2023 Desirable: • First Aid Responder Training (Level 5) • Tusla Always Children First Foundation Training
• Accurately and diligently handle cash, reconcile balances and account for any inconsistencies • Through training, develop excellence in dealing with member queries to the highest levels of Key Responsibilities: service across diverse areas such as advising of credit union products, services & complaints etc. • Ensure compliance with existing and systems & controls, and policies & procedures. • Complete other duties byat management • To provide a quality serviceastorequired members the counter to enable them to make • Undertake relevant training as deemed necessary
lodgements, withdrawals, loan issues and repayments
The successful candidate must have the following attributes, experience and qualification:
1pm-4pm Monday – Friday Term Time Only
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• Strong Communication skills and the ability toamend demonstrate ‘member service’ credentials and an Process direct debits. Standing orders, EFT’s and mandates
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Accurately and diligently handle cash, reconcile balances and account for any • Cash handling experience
ability and desire to enhance member service at every opportunity • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and also as a team player
• Good Microsoft Office skills inconsistencies
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Subject to Garda Clearance, please email for a blank Garda Clearance form. Job description available upon request.
• An appreciation and an awareness of the credit union ethos • QFA, CUA or actively working towards a qualification in either is preferable, although not Through training, develop excellence in dealing with member queries to the highest essential • Full clean driving licence levels of service across diverse areas such as advising of credit union products, • Previous Credit union experience desirable
services & complaints etc. Applications by email only to: ceo@roscommoncu.ie Closing date for receipt of applications: Thursday, 25th August 2022 Interested applicants should send in completed Garda Clearance Form with letter of Short listing willwith apply and assessment will&becontrols, done onand the policies basis of the information provided in of interest and CV to: • Ensure compliance existing and systems & procedures. pport Worker, working alongside ourexpression experienced ECCE Team. the application. The Manager, Roscommon Community Preschool, 18 Henry Street, Roscommon Credit Union Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer Roscommon F42 X292 • Complete other duties as required by management sible for assisting in developing and coordinating support to children participating in ECCE setting. or roscommonpreschool@gmail.com Closing Date for applications is Monday, 22nd August Roscommon Community Preschool is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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The successful candidate must have the following attributes, experience and qualification:
Roscommon Leisure Centre Ltd. currently Birthday Parties seeks applicants the position of Available for on request
Scheduler Wanted
Scheduling & Organising Service & Repair works
Specifications: for our windows & repairs team.
*1 Hour of Pool Fun on our
FULL-TIME RECEPTIONIST Double Trouble Obstacle Course *Food Included (Maternity Leave Cover) Pool Inflatable
Office based in our Roscommon Town Factory. Monday - Friday
Ability to work as part of a team For further information or toofarrange Ability to ensure the health & safety childrenanat all times interview contact 0906626753 or email: Kind, friendly and kdoyle@sdwindows.ie responsive to the needs of children Good communication skills, fun loving and active Ability to work on own initiative
SITUATIONS VACANT
DAIRY FARM ASSISTANT: Required for modern farm in Creggs, Roscommon, milking 300+ cattle. Six day week - top wages plus overtime. Shared accommodation available. Experience not essential. Phone 087 7881566
< HOUSEKEEPER: Wanted in Derrane area, 3 days per week for 3-4 hours per day. One school pickup required. Text: 087 3464135
SITUATIONS WANTED < RETIRED GENERAL NURSE: Looking to provide part-time home care. For further information call Angela 089 2186693
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Sean Doyle & Sons Ltd Minimum QQI/ FETAC Level 5 in Childcare Minimum 1 Year experience in aRepairs busy childcare environment Full-time Garda Vetting Required
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Applicants should be fluent English speaking, Our pool obstacle “Double Trouble” havecourse good communication together with a will be availableskills, on specific days knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel throughout the summer period. Applications, including Curriculum Vitae submitted on or Please see our timetables for should furtherbeinformation before Friday 12 August to: The Manager, Roscommon Leisure Centre, Ardnanagh, Roscommon town.
Time Changes
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please note the facility will close at the early time of 9pm from Mon Leisure 4th July Centre for the summer period. Roscommon Ltd. currently
seeks applicants for the position of Summer Intensive Swimming Lessons Wk 1: Mon 11th - Fri 15th July FULL-TIME LIFEGUARD/ Wk 2: Mon 18th - Fri 22nd July SWIMMING INSTRUCTOR Wk 3: Mon 25th - Fri 29th July
Wkshould 4: Monhave 8th a - 12th AugLifeguard Applicants current Wk 5: Mon 15th -19th Aug Level 2 Qualification, together with a Level 1 or 2 Morning & Evening classes available. Swimming Teacher Qualification and be flexible Please contact us for availability.
Applications, including Curriculum Vitae should be submitted on further information and booking contact Leisure or beforeFor Friday 12 August to: The Manager, Roscommon Centre, Ardnanagh, Roscommon town. Reception 0906628219
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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES THANKSGIVINGS
MACKLIN
PRAYER FOR A SPECIAL REQUEST Precious Mother of Jesus, Mother of divine grace, you can find a way when there is no way. Please hear my prayer and grant me my request (Six times daily). H.B.
Joseph and Mary
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. H.B. 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. E.M. NOVENA TO ST. PHILOMENA We beseech Thee, O Lord, to grant us the pardon of our sins by the intercession of Saint Philomena, virgin and martyr, who was always pleasing in Thy sight by her eminent chastity and by the profession of every virtue. Amen. Illustrious virgin and martyr, Saint Philomena, behold me prostrate before the throne whereupon it has pleased the Most Holy Trinity to place thee. Full of confidence in thy protection, I entreat thee to intercede for me with God, from the heights of Heaven deign to cast a glance upon thy humble client! Spouse of Christ, sustain me in suffering, fortify me in temptation, protect me in the dangers surrounding me, obtain for me the graces necessary to me, and in particular (Here specify your petition). Above all, assist me at the hour of my death. Saint Philomena, powerful with God, pray for us. Amen. O God, Most Holy Trinity, we thank Thee for the graces Thou didst bestow upon the Blessed Virgin Mary, and upon Thy handmaid Philomena, through whose intercession we implore Thy Mercy. Amen. A.K.
Mote Park, Roscommon
MANNION Tom Culleenervin, Dysart, Co. Roscommon (5th Anniversary) In loving memory of Tom who died August 26th 2017
BRIAN MURRAY MEMORIALS
KELLY (nee Conboy) Peggy
• Superior Quality Headstones • Restoration work carried out • New Inscriptions added
Late of Tonlagee, Roscommon (6th Anniversary)
CONTACT HAZEL
087 6758874
Scrine, Athleague, www.brianmuraystone.com Co. Roscommon E: brianmurraystone@gmail.com Joseph Macklin, who died on the 7th of September 2003 (19th Anniversary).
MULVEY
Mary Macklin, who died on the 30th July 2019
Michael & Thomas
(3rd Anniversary). Never more than a thought away. Loved and remembered every day.
Always remembered by your loving family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 14th August at 10 am in St. Patrick’s Church, Athleague.
THANKSGIVINGS THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. B.H. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. B.H. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. B.H. 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.
KILDUFF Tom 5 Circular Road, Roscommon 12th August 1998 (24th Anniversary)
Sadly missed along life’s way, quietly remembered everyday. No longer in our lives to share, but in our hearts he’s always there. A silent though a quiet prayer, for a special person in God’s care.
Sadly missed and always remembered by his brother Martin Joe, sister Bridie, nieces, nephews and extended family. Tom’s Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Church, Dysart on Saturday, 13th August at 7.30pm.
Sadly missed along life’s way, quietly remembered every day. No longer in our life to share, but in our hearts, you are always there.
O’BEIRNE Charlie Carnagh, Kiltoom, Co. Roscommon. (23rd Anniversary) In loving memory of Charlie, who died on August 17th, 1999. R.I.P.
Remembered with love by Thomas, Eddie, Hugh, Anne and family.
Locally owned ... in the heart of the community
Deep in our hearts you are alway there, loved and remembered every day.
Sadly missed by his wife Maura and all the family. Anniversary Mass will be held in St. John’s Church, Lecarrow on Sunday, 14th August at 11.30am.
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Deep in our hearts your memory is kept to love, to cherish and never forget
Lovingly remembered by your husband Michael. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ God saw you getting tired, a cure was not to be He put his arm around you and whispered “Come to Me” With tearful eyes we let you go, and watched you fade away. Although our hearts were broken we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest God knows why He took you He only takes the best.
Lovingly remembered by your daughters Deirdre, Sandra, Michelle and Valerie, sons Marty and Michael, grandchildren, extended family and friends. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Time goes by and life goes on but from our thoughts you are never gone.
Lovingly remembered by your brother Seamus. Anniversary Mass in St. Brigid’s Church, Four Mile House, Roscommon on Friday, 19th August at 8pm.
THANKSGIVINGS NOVENA PRAYERS FOR HEALING Lord, You invite all who are burdened to come to you. Allow Your healing Hand to heal me. Touch my soul with Your compassion for others; touch my heart with Your courage and infinite Love for all; touch my mind with Your Wisdom, and may my mouth always proclaim Your praise. Teach me to reach out to You in all my needs, and help me to lead others to You by my example. Most loving Heart of Jesus, bring me health in body and spirit that I may serve You with all my strength. Touch gently this life which you have created, now and forever. Amen. (Mention your request here…) Say 1: Our Father… Say 1: Hail Mary… Say 1: Glory Be. Say for 9 days. L.S.
Lisnagavragh, Four Roads, Co. Roscommon
THANKSGIVINGS 3 DAY MIRACLE PRAYER TO OUR LADY O, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O, Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succour me in my necessity (your request). There are none that can withstand your power. O, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands, after each prayer, say 9 Hail Marys. You must publish and it will be granted to you. A.K.
Michael who passed away on August 10th 2020 (2nd Anniversary). Thomas who passed away on March 27th 1998 (24th Anniversary). As each day dawns, we think of ye. As each night falls, we pray for ye and throughout our lives, no matter where, in our hearts ye are always there.
Michael: Loved and missed by his mam Evelyn, sisters Philomena and Helena, brothers-in-law, nephew and nieces. Thomas: Loved and missed by his wife Evelyn, daughters, Philomena and Helena, sons-in-law and grandchildren. Masses offered.
DOLAN Martin Churchborough, Knockcroghery. Whose 1st Anniversary occurs on September 1st 2022
We, the family of our beloved Martin would like to acknowledge the help of Ambulance personnel, Paramedics, Garda Siochana for their compassion, empathy and support shown to us on Martin’s passing. Heartfelt thanks to our wonderful friends, neighbours and relatives for their support at this difficult time. We were deeply touched by the community/parish who lined the funeral route on Martin’s final journey. Special thanks to Fr. Michael McManus for celebrating Martin’s Funeral Mass so beautifully. Also to Fr. Ray Milton, Fr. Ali Joe, Fr. James Mullooly CC, thank you. Thank you to the grave diggers who prepared Martin’s final resting place so gracefully. Also thank you to Smyth’s Funeral Directors for your guidance, compassion and professionalism. Sadly missed by your loving family.
THANKSGIVINGS THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. M.F.
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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES CARTY Kevin Turpane, Ballyforan In loving memory of our dear son Kevin who died on 13th August 1996 (Aged 15 years) (26th Anniversary)
KELLY Martin
GILLERAN Ethna
Mullymux, Roscommon. (4th Anniversary)
Cloonfree, Strokestown Who passed away on 18th August 2021 (1st Anniversary)
Kevin (21st Anniversary)
August comes with sad regret, the day, the month we will never forget, a tribute of love to a son so dear, so close to our hearts, each day of the year. Falling tears and aching hearts, are things we have to bear, but losing Kevin the way we did, will always seem unfair. Pray for us, O Dearest Father, to Jesus Christ our King, that he may bless our lonely home, where thou once dwelt therein, and pray that God may give us strength, to bear our heavy loss, for no one knows only He, the treasure we have lost.
Loved and sadly missed by Mammy and Daddy. ~~~~~~~~~~ KEVIN To have you for our brother was cause enough for pride, no one could ever equal you, no matter how they tried. Although we cannot see you, you are with us night and day, for you have a special love, death cannot take away. Your gentle nature, your kindly ways, leave golden memories of bygone days, never selfish, always kind, what happy memories you left behind. Will those who think of him today, a little prayer to Jesus say.
Loved and remembered always by your brothers Michael and Frank. ~~~~~~~~~~ KEVIN So many things have happened, since you were called away, so many things to share with you had you been left to stay. Every day in some small way, memories of you come our way, though absent, you are ever near, still missed, loved and always dear.
Loved and remembered always by your brother Michael, sisterin-law Maria and nephew Ciarán Kevin and Rónán. Anniversary Mass for Kevin will be held in Ballyforan Church on Friday, 12th August at 7.30pm.
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In loving memory of a dear Father, Father-in-law and Grandad Martin who passed away on 14th August, 2018. Our Lady of Knock pray for him. Never more than a thought away, loved and remembered every day
By Kevin, Rosie, Sean, Conor and Aiden. Anniversary Mass in St. Bridget’s Church, Four Mile House on Friday, 16th September 2022 at 8pm.
Eamon (2nd Anniversary)
WALSH Kevin and Eamon Ballymacfrane, Donamon, Co. Roscommon (21st and 2nd Anniversaries) In loving memory of Kevin who passed away on the 9th October 2001 and his father Eamon who passed away on the 13th August 2020. R.I.P. No matter how life changes, no matter what we do, a special place within our hearts, is always kept for you.
Always remembered by their families. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 14th August at 9.30am in Clooneycolgan Church.
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RAFTERY (née Shaughnessy) Bridie
Mullymux, Roscommon. 14th August, 2018 (4th Anniversary)
In loving memory of Bridie Raftery, late of Bracklin, Castlecoote, Co. Roscommon, whose third anniversary occurs on 19th August.
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.
Sadly missed and deservedly remembered by all his family and friends. Masses offered.
THANKSGIVINGS PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in my necessity (make request). There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary, I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. M.K.
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On the First Anniversary of Ethna who passed away on 18th August 2021 we wish to express thanks and appreciation to all those who sympathised and supported us on the death of Ethna. We remember with gratitude the phone calls, letters, mass cards and condolences on RIP.ie and thank you all who attended the Funeral Mass, burial and watched the funeral service online. Thanks to Fr. Eamon O’Connor and Fr. Ciaran Whitney who celebrated Ethna’s mass and Pat McHugh Undertakers for your compassion and professionalism. Many thanks to Dr. Ciaran Regan, the home carers, the Palliative Care Team of Midland Regional Hospital Mullingar and for everyone involved in Ethna’s care. It is not possible to thank everyone individually please know we appreciate you. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for the intentions of every one of you. Ethna’s First Anniversary Mass will be on Saturday, August 13th at 12.00pm in The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strokestown. Love’s Greatest Gift - Remembrance
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A daily thought, a silent tear a constant wish that you were here. An empty place no one will fill we miss you Bridie and always will. You were always there with a helping hand to listen, advise and understand. Your pleasures were so very small and your wants were all so few, if your family and friends were happy then Bridie, so were you.
Deeply loved, sadly missed and always remembered by her sons Donal and Adrian, daughter Martina, sister Maura, brother Paddy, grandchildren Rían, Olwen, Darragh, Robyn and Ruth, family, neighbours and friends. Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Church, Kilbegnet, Creggs, Co. Roscommon, Sunday, 21st August at 11.30am.
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SportsPeople Creggs RFC Report
THE GAIN LINE
Handball
Masters title for Creaton
Connacht Rugby Charity Cycle
Creggs RFC are assisting the Connacht Rugby #care4claire charity cycle this Saturday, August 13th. This cycle has been organised for Claire Carpenter, the partner of Connacht staff member Ross Mannion. In February this year, after a few days of feeling unwell, Claire, who is only 35-years-old, suffered a stroke at her home in Coolaney. After being rushed to the ICU unit of Beaumont Hospital she was placed in an induced coma for over a week following a life-saving operation. Claire is now thankfully on the road to recovery, however, significant funds need to be raised to allow her to continue her rehabilitation in Dun Laoghaire, and eventually lead an independent life at home. This cycle is 218kms from the Sportsground in Galway to Sligo RFC with a number of stops along the route. Western Gaels GAA Club in Frenchpark, Co. Roscommon, have kindly allowed their grounds be used as one of the feeding stops on the journey. Creggs RFC members will help out at this stop which is expected to be between 12 noon and 1 pm. Stars of the current Connacht team will be there to sign autographs, jerseys and flags for those attending. Connacht Coach Andy Friend is taking part in the cycle and Creggs RFC’s Denis Buckley will also be present. Check out www.connachtrugby.ie/care4claire to donate to this worthy cause.
Connacht U-18 girls defeat Ulster Ballina RFC were the hosts for three matches of girls’ and women’s rugby last Sunday involving Ulster opponents. Creggs Rugby Club had four
girls involved with the U-18 team (pictured from left to right): Sarah Purcell, Jemima Adams Verling, Roisin Maher and Nadine Fitzmaurice.
(Above) Pictured at the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship in Rockfield on Friday evening last were Charlie Mee, Noel and David Martin. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
(Above) Pictured at the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship in Rockfield on Friday evening last were Martin and Yvonne Lambe. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
(Right) Pictured at the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship in Rockfield on Friday evening last were Shane Beirne and Greg McNeelan. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
(Right) Pictured at the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship in Rockfield on Friday evening last were Anne and Robert Higgins. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Connacht were the better prepared team on the day and their training over the summer showed in a one-sided win.
It was a busy weekend for Roscommon handball as a number of players played in 60x30 Connacht Finals and St. Coman’s hosted no fewer than eight matches across the weekend. In the match of the weekend, Lisacul’s Denis Creaton won the Masters singles title in a humdinger against Williamstown’s Ollie Conway. Played in Conway’s home court, Denis was faster out of the blocks and always stayed slightly ahead to nick the first 21-18. All seemed to be going his way again in the second as he held a 10-point lead, but Ollie suddenly went into kill mode and reeled off a long sequence of kills that Denis could only admire. This brought the Galway man right back into the fray and he made it count, taking the second 21-17. The tie-breaker was nip and tuck the entire way with Denis holding his nerve to win by the tightest of margins 11-10. Denis had beaten Ballaghaderreen’s Campbell Brennan comfortably in their semi-final the previous weekend. St. Coman’s’ Colm Walshe won his Junior ‘B’ semi-final against Mayo’s Chris Gavigan in Collooney, Co. Sligo. The skilful left-hander was never in any real trouble and exhibited some lovely killing on his way to a 21-5, 21-13 win. His final opponent and date has not been finalised at the time of going to press. St. Coman’s’ Carragh Kennedy was in top form on Friday last as she took the Minor Ladies Connacht title with an easy victory over Galway’s Emma Kinane. Carragh’s hard-hitting gave her a comfortable win in two straight games. St. Coman’s’ Rory Carthy lost out to Sligo’s outstanding Cormac Finn in the Minor Boys singles final, which was a repeat of their superb 40x20 encounter last February. Unlike the previous match, this time around Rory had extremely limited preparation, due to county football commitments, but nonetheless he put in a very impressive display against one of the rising stars in Irish handball, giving Finn plenty to think about before succumbing 21-8, 21-9. In the Connacht finals played in St. Coman’s, two former Roscommon players now sporting the maroon of Galway had mixed results. Ballymoe’s Prionsias Maughan had a titanic struggle with Mayo’s super-fit Michael Ginley in their Golden Masters singles match, before Prionsias emerged victorious on a 21-17, 1621, 11-5 scoreline. Brendan McDonagh returned to play in his hometown but couldn’t repel Mayo’s impressive Jonathon Conroy in their Over 35 ‘B’ singles match. Fitness played a big part in Conroy’s 21-10, 21-11 win.
Darts
Two in a row for Thomas! Thomas Concannon made it two wins on the spin in the Hollywood Bar Superleague last Friday night as he overcame Ciaran Hickey in the final on a 3-0 scoreline. Top finishing on the night came from Ken Turkington (100), Sean Fleming (105) and Thom-
as Concannon (144). However, the top checkout on the night went to Sean Fleming, who took out a 160 finish. Ciaran Hickey qualified for the deciding match with a 3-2 win over Les Rawson in the last 16 before beating Sean Fleming 3-1 in the quarter-finals and
Mark Finneran 3-2 in the semifinals. Concannon, meanwhile, beat Aaron Shannon 3-0 in the last 16, Ken Turkington 3-1 in the last eight and Kieran McCormack 3-0 in the semi-finals. While Hickey set the early pace in last weekend’s final and
proved to be a constant threat, Concannon’s big scoring visits kept him in front and clinched a convincing 3-0 win. This week’s Superleague will continue on Friday night with the draw at 8.45 pm and first darts at 9 pm. Contact David on 086-0823180 for more details.
Last Friday’s Hollywood Bar Superleague winner Thomas Concannon (right) pictured with runner-up Ciaran Hickey.
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Horses for Courses Racing this weekend starts this evening (Thursday) with a national hunt card in the sunny southeast at Tramore off at 5.30 pm, the first of the four-day summer festival. There is a flat card at Leopardstown featuring the Group 3 Desmond Stakes away at 5.20 pm. Tomorrow (Friday), is national hunt again in Tramore at 4.50 pm and flat action is at Cork starting at 5 pm. Saturday racing is on at The Curragh featuring the Group 3 races, the Royal Whip Stakes and the Irish St Leger Trial Stakes at 1.45 pm and day three of Tramore is on the level first race at 4.55 pm. there is a flat card down for decision in Lenebane on Monday evening starting at 5.30 pm. Saturday sees cross channel racing on ITV, there are five races from Newbury, and two races each from Newmarket and Ripon. Racing at the Curragh on Saturday opened with Joseph O’Brien training his 1,000th winner as Al Riffa at 1/2f under Dylan Browne McMonagle. The Group 3 Phoenix Sprint Stakes went for export as David Loughnane’s Go Bears Go did go under Rossa Ryan to win. Aidan O’Brien and Ryan Moore won the Group 1 Phoenix Stakes, for the 17th time, with Little Big Bear at 13/8. The colt is now ante post favourite for the Guineas at 5/1.
Kilbeggan Review The Saturday Summer Festival took place at Kilbeggan last Saturday with punters shading the layers as four of the seven favourites won. Racing opened with Nikini winning the 2m maiden hurdle for Willie and Patrick Mullins at 4/7. The Mahon Hospitality Group New York Handicap Hurdle went to a 12/1 shot Tincurra Lad, trained by Willie Martin in Wexford and ridden by James O’Sullivan. The 2m 3f maiden hurdle saw the favourite Esperti, second in Galway, win for Peter Fahey and Kevin Sexton. Hurdle racing finished with the 9/4 favourite Darver Star, third in the 2020 Champion Hurdle, returning to form to give Gavin Cromwell and Keith
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Eurona Brisknet sponsor the 7f maiden for 3-Y-O’s+ and there are 23 horses entered. Last of the sprints is the 16-runner Londis Roscommon Handicap. The final two races are both over 1m 4f the first of which is The Murray Ambulance Apprentice Maiden with 23 entries and racing closes with the Sean Cleary Memorial Handicap with the largest entry of 35 horses. Best turned-out award is sponsored by Gerry Gill Motors and Billy Garvan will be providing after racing music. Monday is Family Day and a special price for two adults and children is only €20, excellent value.
Racing News Little Big Bear and Ryan Moore easily win the Phoenix Stakes.
Donoghue a visit to the winner’s enclosure in the Joe Cooney Memorial Hurdle. The 3m Kieran Kelly Memorial Handicap was won by the Charles Byrnes trained, Mark Walsh ridden Pairc Na Ngael, again favourite at 9/4. The 2m 3f Kilmurray’s Homevalue Hardware Handicap Chase went to Arrycan trained by Liam Cusack in Laois with Sean Flanagan in the plate at 5/1. The 2m bumper gave Willie Mullins a double with Hermine coming home in first place under Jody Townend at 5/2 as Patrick rode the disappointing favourite Leitrim Park.
Roscommon Preview Racing opens with a claiming race for 3-Y-Os+ over 1m 2f with 21 entries followed by the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden over 7f. The third race is the featured Irish EBF Auction Series Race for 2-Y-Os again over 7f and 14 possible runners.
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A service to celebrate the life of Lester Piggott will be held in St. Luke’s Church in Chelsea, London on October 27th. Piggott was a giant of the saddle, counting nine Derby winners among his Classic haul and being crowned champion jockey 11 times. He died aged 86 in Switzerland last May and was laid to rest with a private family funeral.
Competition Time Kevin Cunningham, Newbridge, Clare Whyte, Ballinasloe, and Aidan Kelly have won tickets for Roscommon on Monday, don’t forget to collect you tickets in the office. Tickets for Kilbeggan next Friday (19th) up for grabs this week and we want to know which horse won the bumper in Kilbeggan for Willie Mullins last week? Answers as usual please on a postcard to The Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon or by e-mail to phone number tomred17@gmail.com by 5 pm, next Wednesday the 17th August. As always do not forget to include your name, address, and a contact phone number with all competition entries. As usual all tickets will have to be collected in the office in Abbey Street.
(News from local golf clubs)
Athlone Athlone has had quite a successful run in recent weeks as they reached four Connacht Area finals. The Men’s All-Ireland Fourball team unfortunately lost out to Connemara Isles after a titanic struggle in Roscommon last Sunday. The Ladies’ Senior Foursomes take on Roscommon this Saturday while the Ladies’ Challenge Cup team play Tubbercurry. Both matches will be played in Gort. The final Area Final takes place on Saturday, August 20th when the Junior Cup team hosts Sligo. The annual Fundraising Classic takes place on Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd of September. It’s open to visitors and all members are asked to support. Recent clubhouse winners: Athlone Boat Club 3 Person Scramble (1st August) Mark Kelly, Jarlath Durkan, David McGowan - 58.5 Nett; Ladies Prize: Maura Kelly, Catriona Newman, Valerie Callaghan - 67.3 Nett; Wednesday Open Day: Kealan Loftus (42 points); AWGS: Michael Cleary (29 points); Ladies’ 18-Hole Stableford: Alacoque O’Connor (41 points); 9-hole competition: Pat McTiernan (19 points); ‘97 Club: Clare Campion (29 points); Hodson Bay Cup: Kevin Maguire (66 nett).
Boyle Gabriel Lavin’s Captain’s Prize for the men was held on Sunday the 7th of August with a very strong field taking part. The Captains Prize to the Ladies was
competed for on the previous Monday. The winner of the Men’s Captains Prize was Sean Purcell and the presentation of prizes was held shortly after the playoff. Gabriel congratulated all the winners and thanked several members who had contributed to the very successful year the club has been having on all fronts. Recent clubhouse winners: Captain’s Prize: Sean Purcell; Captain’s Scramble: Gabriel Lavin; Captain’s Prize to Ladies: Aisling Gaughran; Thursday’s Competition (4th): Martin Daly (32 points); (28th July: Shane O’Dowd (29); Bank Holiday Shambles: Adam Daly, Martin Daly, Dessie Murphy, Lee McKillen (158 points).
Carrick The Club Classic was yet again a massive success. Thanks to everyone who played, both club members and visitors. The results were as follows: 1st: John O’Mahony, Denis Flynn, Hugh Gralton and Colin Slevin (48 nett); 2nd: Enda McGloin, Martin Rafferty, Caleb Duffy and Martin McGowan (49 nett); 3rd: Geraldine Conlon, Melissa Collins, Mena Doherty and Mary Egan (50 nett). Congratulations to Steven Daly who won last weekend’s competition with 44 points.
Castlerea The Ladies Gala Day was held on Friday, August 5th in and it made for a
wonderful day of golf in ideal weather conditions. Castlerea welcomed visitors from many surrounding clubs and were very grateful for the support received. The club would like to thank the House Committee who provided a lovely afternoon tea, the course committee and staff who ensured that the condition of the course was excellent and to the members who helped out in any capacity. Results: 9 hole: 1st: J. Kenny (20 points); 18-hole: 1st: M. Cassidy (48), 2nd: M. Hanly, 3rd: M. Kelly.
Boyle G.C. Captain Gabriel Lavin with the 2022 Men’s captain’s prize winner Sean Purcell
Roscommon Roscommon Golf Club was delighted to host the Golf Ireland Connacht Interclub Finals last weekend for the Women’s Revive Active Fourball, Men’s Fred Perry Fourball, and the Men’s All-Ireland Fourball. Bearna were successful in the Ladies’ Fourball and the Connemara Isles won both the Fred Perry and Men’s All-Ireland Fourball. Well done to all teams and good luck as they have now qualified for the AllIreland finals. Wishing the Ladies and team managers all the best of luck in the Senior Foursomes Connacht Final against Athlone which takes place in Gort Golf Club this Saturday. Recent clubhouse winners: Men’s Competition: Fergal O’Gara (42 points); Ladies’ 18-hole competition: Kay Ruane (73 nett); 9-hole competition: Jane Hunt (17); Wednesday Open: Luke Golden (45); Senior Men’s: O. Hannon (33); Senior Ladies’: Phil Murray O’Brien.
Boyle G.C. Captain Gabriel Lavin with ‘Captains Prize to the Ladies’ winner Aisling Gaughran
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SportsPeople Player of the match, Hazel Kelly, takes on the Armagh defence during last Saturday’s AllIreland Camogie Championship ‘C’ final in Kinnegad. Pic: INPHO/Evan Treacy
Camógs power to All-Ireland title Tesco All-Ireland U-16 ‘C’ Camogie Championship Final Roscommon 5-17 Armagh 0-3 < SEAMUS DUKE
A devastating first-half display of powerful attacking camogie saw Roscommon sweep to this All-Ireland title in one of the most onesided national finals played at any grade for several years. When referee Enda Loughnane blew the halftime whistle in Kinnegad last Saturday Roscommon led by an incredible 5-14 to 0-1 and the destination of the title had long been decided. The second half was a much more leisurely affair as Roscommon protected their lead and incredibly just five points were registered in the final
30 minutes of play by both sides. On a perfect day weather-wise, Roscommon set about their task from the throw in and they totally dominated the play. Kathlyn Egan and Lilly Murray were in control at midfield, while up front Siofra Hession, Hazel Kelly and Tara O’Brien tore the Armagh defence apart with a succession of great scores. By the 10th minute it was 0-9 to no score with Hazel Kelly on target with five points (four frees). In the 19th minute Alannah Sutton pulled first time from close range to score Roscommon’s opening goal and after that the floodgates opened. Roscommon scored three further goals in a 60-second blitz from the 23rd minute with Tara O’Brien (2) and Siofra Hession on target as the Armagh challenge crumbled. The Orchard County got
their only score of the first half in the third minute of injury-time when Naoise Hughes pointed a ’45, but there was still time for the outstanding Hazel Kelly to fire home Roscommon’s fifth goal before the break. The second half saw a slight improvement from Armagh, but they were never going to threaten Roscommon’s whopping lead and we went a full 21 minutes without a score from either side as the game petered out to it’s inevitable conclusion. Best of an outstanding Roscommon team on the day were goalkeeper Andrea Fallon, midfielders Egan and Murray and clinical attackers Kelly (who was awarded player of the match), Hession, and O’Brien. After the game joint Roscommon manager Sean O’Brien said he was delighted with the way his side had played.
Roscommon players celebrate at the full-time whistle of last Saturday’s All-Ireland Camogie Championship ‘C’ final in Kinnegad. Pic: INPHO/Evan Treacy
“We were expecting a tough battle today, and when you see what happened in the second half we knew Armagh could be competitive. But look, they didn’t settle in the first half and we did and that was the difference. We knew that if we opened up and played
like we know we can play we would be hard to beat and that’s what happened today,” he said. “We got some great scores in the first half and our teamwork was excellent. This side has no real star players and they work very well as a team and it
showed today. To score 5-17 in any game is phenomenal. “When we played them (Armagh) earlier in the year the pitch was wet and the conditions were different and we came out of that game winning by four or five points but it was a bat-
Teams & scorers
Roscommon players celebrate following their All-Ireland ‘C’ final win over Armagh last Saturday in Kinnegad. Pic: INPHO/Evan Treacy
Roscommon: Andrea Fallon; Deborah Finneran, Eve McNeill, Anna Hussey (joint captain); Grace Geraghty, Hannah Murray (joint captain), Aideen O’Brien; Kathlyn Egan, Lilly Murray; Alannah Sutton (1-0), Hazel Kelly (1-6, 2 frees, 2 ‘45’s), Siofra Hession (1-6); Emma Connaughton (0-1), Tara O’Brien (2-3), Emma Hough (0-1). Subs: Shauna Walsh for Murray (17), Emma O’Farrell for Hession (53), Mia Kilcline for O’Brien (53), Ciara Killeen for L Murray (53), Grace Killeen for McNeill (60).
tle. They (Armagh) were the best team we played this year and we knew we needed a big performance today. But we focused on our own performance and we concentrated on playing a fast brand of camogie and thankfully it paid off,” he concluded.
Armagh: Niamh Murphy; Molly Short, Catriona McArdle, Anne Fitzpatrick; Erin Murphy, Fiadhna Loughran, Hannah McEntee; Eimear McGeary, Aoibhin Donoghue; Caitlin Byrne (01), Ciara Carr, Clare O’Hare (0-1); Saorla Heavin, Naoise Hughes (0-1,’45), Lucy Doyle. Subs: Ella Hamilton for McEntee (43), Cara Powell for Donoghue (52), Orlagh Hunter for Murphy (54). Referee: Enda Loughnane (Galway) Player of the Match: Hazel Kelly (Roscommon)
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Pearses lay down an early marker SFC weekend roundup
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Hodson Bay Hotel SFC (Group A) Oran’s narrow win against Roscommon Gaels puts them in pole position in this group (see match report). In the other game, Elphin and Michael Glavey’s were neck and neck until Stuart Daly scored a match-winning goal for Glavey’s with six minutes left on the clock. Andrew Glennon scored five points for Glavey’s.
Group B Boyle were the emphatic winners against Western Gaels. Cian Smith’s side did the damage in the first half with goals from Daire Cregg (2) and Donie Smith. Indeed, Cregg scored a personal total of 2-5 on the night in what was an impressive performance. The Gaels’ came back well in the second half helped by a goal from Finbar Cregg, but it wasn’t enough. In Johnstown, two bad defensive errors by St. Faithleach’s in the final quarter decided their match against Clann na
nGael. The Ballyleague side were doing well up to that point and they actually led at half-time by a point (0-8 to 0-7). However, two mistakes resulted in goals for Cathal Shine and Josh Lennon and that saw the home side victorious.
Group C Performance of the weekend came from the defending Roscommon and Connacht champions Pádraig Pearses, who swatted away the challenge of Tulsk with a 16-point win. Tom Butler scored the only goal of the game but it was a commanding display from the champions who have put down an early marker that they will be the team to beat again this year. St. Brigid’s withstood a second-half comeback from Strokestown to open their campaign with a win in Kiltoom. Ben O’Carroll (0-8) and Shane Cunnane (0-5) were outstanding for Brigid’s on the night. However, Diarmuid McGann was in flying form for Strokestown and he scored a superb goal in the second half as ‘The Town’ staged a revival which just came up short in the end.
Ronan Raftery finds the net for Castlerea St. Kevin’s during their Mulryan Construction IFC win over Kilbride at O’Rourke Park last weekend. Pic: Bernie O’Farrell
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Group A The game of the weekend in the intermediate championship was at Enfield where St. Croan’s and Creggs ended in a draw (1-14 to 2-11) after a thriller. An early goal from Enda Conneran helped
Creggs into a two-point lead at the break. Damien Goggins got a goal for Croan’s mid-way through the half but Conneran got his second goal for Creggs on 40 minutes. Croan’s looked to have won the match late on but points from Ronan Dowd and a late free from Shane Dowd
rescued Creggs. A late goal from Cian Murray was enough to see off a battling Kilmore as Fuerty started their campaign with a win in Kilmore. Paul Garvey was influential as Kilmore fought tooth and nail against a fancied Fuerty side. But Murray struck
late to give Fuerty the win in what will be a very difficult group for all sides.
Group B
Championship favourites St. Dominic’s saw off Shannon Gaels at Tulsk after an enjoyable encounter. Darren Donnelly
made a ‘man of the match’ contribution scoring 1-10 as the Knockcroghery men held off a Shannon Gaels side who played well on the night. Dominic’s were without Keith Doyle, Jack Lohan and Daire Keenan. In the local derby at Dr. Hyde Park, St. Brigid’s were too good for St. Aidan’s in an entertaining clash. Brigid’s sowed the seeds of victory when they led 1-8 to 0-2 at half-time and despite an Aidan’s revival after the break the Kiltoom men held on for a comfortable win.
Group C
Daire Cregg slots home Boyle’s second goal in their Roscommon SFC win over Western Gaels at Abbey Park, Boyle last weekend. Pic: Bernie O’Farrell
Castlerea St. Kevin’s produced an impressive second-half display to overwhelm Kilbride at O’Rourke Park. Adam McDermott was the Castlerea star on the day scoring 1-6. Éire Óg pipped Clann na Ngael at James Timothy Park. The home side, for whom Conor Cox scored 0-8 on the day, led by 0-7 to 0-3 at half-time. But Clann came back well in the second half and goals from Niall Connaughton and Shane Gavin saw them back in the hunt and it took a late Liam Creaton point to settle the match by the minimum margin.
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Roscommon Gaels’ Richard Walsh takes aim during the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship in Rockfield on Friday evening last. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Roscommon Gaels’ John McManus and Oran’s Cathal Kenny in action during the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship in Rockfield on Friday evening last. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Oran’s Cormac Regan and Roscommon Gaels’ Brian O’Malley in action during the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship game in Rockfield on Friday evening last. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Oran claim local bragging rights! GAME OF THE WEEKEND
Hodson Bay Hotel Roscommon SFC (Group A) Oran 1-13
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The spoils and the local bragging rights belong to Oran, at least for now, after they prevailed by two points against their neighbours Roscommon Gaels, in a tense and closely fought encounter played in perfect weather condi-
tions before a big crowd at Rockfield on Friday night. Oran were marginally the better team and they led almost all the way through. They were more dangerous up front and in Charlie Carthy they had a match winner from play and frees. At the other end, Roscommon Gaels struggled to get scores and their total of ten wides tells its own story. There were far too many mistakes on both sides to label it as a football classic; nevertheless the outcome was in doubt right up to the final whistle. Indeed, The Gaels’ best player, Mark
Healy, had a goal chance in the dying seconds, which would have given his side a dramatic win but the ball was cleared and Oran survived. The sides shared four points in the opening ten minutes but by the 23rd minute Oran raced into a six-point lead (1-5 to 0-2) with Carthy prominent up front for the home side. He kicked three points (two frees) and set up a great goal for Ciaran Lawless and it was looking good for Billy Donnellan’s side at that stage. But Frankie Dolan switched Mark Healy into full forward and the Gaels got back into the match almost immediately. Healy set up Richard Walsh for a super goal in the 26th minute and John McManus clipped over a fine point in first-half injury-time. But Oran were three ahead at
the break (1-6 to 1-3) after Gearoid Keenan was on target just before the short whistle. The Gaels narrowed the gap to one with points from Kieran Kilcline, Richard Walsh (frees) and Mark Purcell (which was a goal chance), but Oran kicked on again and led by 1-12 to 1-8 by the 61st minute with points from Gearoid
Keenan and Shane Walsh. The Gaels never gave up the ghost and Joey O’Malley bundled home a goal in the 63rd minute to narrow the gap to the minimum but Carthy settled the home side’s nerves when he converted from 30 metres in the 5th minute of time added on. Oran will be very happy to have put one over on their
near neighbours but they will have to stop giving the ball away needlessly if they want to progress in the championship this year. Thomas Fetherston, Ciaran Lawless, Michael Staunton and Shane Walsh played well for them but Charlie Carthy was their ace in the pack and he was outstanding from play and frees. For the Gaels, Mark Healy
was by far their best performer on the night. James Fetherstone was excellent between the posts too and made a couple of superb saves. Senan Lambe, Richard Walsh (second half) and Kieran Kilcline did well too, but the town team were very poor up front and they will have to address that failing if they want to progress.
Stat Attack Wides: Oran 5 (2 first half ) Roscommon Gaels 10 (5 first half ) Red cards: None Black cards: None Yellow cards: Oran 0 Roscommon Gaels 3 (Joey O’Malley, John McManus, Cathal Dineen) Man of the Match: Charlie Carthy (Oran)
Teams & scorers Oran: Paul Brandon; Jack Casey, Thomas Fetherston, Colm Earley; Mark Gunning, Colin Walsh (0-1), Cathal Kenny; Gearoid Keenan (02), Ciaran Lawless (1-1); Cormac Regan, Kieran Whyte, Michael Staunton; Shane Walsh (0-1), Charlie Carthy (0-8, 7 frees), Paul Kenny. Subs: Declan Leonard for Whyte (26), James Fitzpatrick for P Kenny (29), Eoghan Grady form Gunning (56), Mike Dwyer for Casey (63). Roscommon Gaels: James Fetherstone; Joey O’Malley (1-0), Kieran Kilcline (0-1, 1 free), Senan Lambe (0-1); Orin Walsh, Mark Healy, Richard Hughes; James McDermott, Mark Purcell (0-1); Cathal Dineen, John McManus (0-1), DJ Hession; Richard Walsh (1-3, 2 frees), Brian Kelly (0-1, 1 free), Brian O’Malley. Subs: David O’Gara for Dineen (35), Conor McNamara for Hession (42), Ronan Gleeson for Kelly (53). Roscommon Gaels’ Richard Hughes comes under pressure from Oran’s Ciaran Lawless during the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship in Rockfield on Friday evening last. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Referee: Ollie Kelly
Oran’s Colin Walsh and Roscommon Gaels’ Mark Healy fight for possession during the first round of the Hodson Bay Hotel Senior Football Championship in Rockfield on Friday evening last. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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Who’s next for Roscommon hot seat?
Former Dublin Ladies manager, Mick Bohan, has once again been linked to the vacant Roscommon manager’s position.
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The Kepak Senior Hurling Championship continues this weekend and both Tremane and Oran can reach the semi-final as they clash on Saturday. Tremane went down to Athleague last time out while Oran just scraped by Roscommon Gaels. There won’t be much between the teams in this one. Pádraig Pearses were disappointed to do down to Four Roads last time out but they should get back on track against a St. Dominic’s side, who are struggling for consistency this year. The old rivals Four Roads and Athleague meet with Four Roads unbeaten and already into the semifinals. They should maintain their winning streak on Sunday.
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The deadline for nominations by clubs in the county for people interested in replacing Anthony Cunningham as the Roscommon senior football manager passed on Tuesday at 5 pm. With no indication as to who is in the frame, speculation is continuing to rage as to who might take up the reins. A five-person committee will
be chosen by the board executive at the end of this week to commence the interview process. Names mentioned include the former Dublin senior ladies manager Mick Bohan (who was in the frame previously), Pádraig Pearses manager Pat Flanagan, and former Kilmore and Roscommon player Don Connellan, who has been a big success with Moycullen in Galway in recent years. However, it
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would be fair to say that there is no obvious candidate to replace the manager who stood down surprisingly last week after four years in the job. The post is certainly an attractive one, with Roscommon in Division One of the National Football League in 2023, and several talented young players ready to step up to the senior ranks, including players who were involved with the 2021 U-20 team that reached the
All-Ireland final. However, the appointment will have to be made quickly, as the club championships have already started. With a packed calendar in 2023 on the way, preparations for the new season will have to start almost immediately. The Roscommon People contacted Roscommon County Board on Tuesday on the matter but no one was available for comment.
Flying the flag: Roscommon players pictured following their All-Ireland Camogie ‘C’ Championship win over Armagh at Kinnegad last Saturday. Pic: INPHO/Evan Treacy
Hodson Bay Hotel SFC (Group A) Oran 1-13 Roscommon Gaels 2-8 Michael Glavey’s 1-10 Elphin 0-10 Hodson Bay Hotel SFC (Group B) Clann na nGael 2-14 St. Faithleach’s 0-13 Boyle 3-13 Western Gaels 1-12 Hodson Bay Hotel SFC (Group C) Pádraig Pearses 1-21 Tulsk Lord Edwards 0-8 St. Brigid’s 0-19 Strokestown 1-13 Callington Ltd IFC (Group A) St. Croan’s 1-14 Creggs 2-11 Fuerty 1-11 Kilmore 0-10 Callington Ltd IFC (Group B) St. Dominic’s 2-13 Shannon Gaels 0-13 St. Brigid’s 2-14 St. Aidan’s 2-8 Callington Ltd IFC (Group C) Éire Óg 0-15 Clann na nGael 2-8 Castlerea St. Kevin’s 2-17 Kilbride 3-4 King and Moffatt JFC A (Group B) Pádraig Pearses 1-11 St. Joseph’s 0-10 Kilglass Gaels 0-14 Roscommon Gaels 0-8 King and Moffatt JFC A (Group C) St. Ronan’s 2-15 St. Barry’s 0-12 Western Gaels-Frenchpark 2-7 St. Dominic’s 1-7 King and Moffatt JFC A (Group A) St. Michael’s 2-16 Strokestown 1-9 Ballinameen 3-9 Boyle 1-15
Fixtures Friday, August 12th U-20 FC Division One (Group A) At Woodmount: Pádraig Pearses v Roscommon Gaels. 8 pm U-20 FC Division One (Group B) At Abbey Park: Boyle v Strokestown. 7.30 pm U-20 FC Division Two (Group A) At Enfield: Michael Glavey’s-Éire Óg v St. Ciaran’s. 7.30 pm At Kilbride: St. Aidan’s v Elphin-Ballinameen. 8 pm U-20 FC Division Two (Group B) At Kilmore: Kilmore-Shannon Gaels v St. Dominic’s. 7.30 pm U-20 FC Division Three (Group A) At Kilglass: Kilglass Gaels-St. Barry’s v Western Gaels. 7.30 pm At O’Rourke Park: Castlerea St. Kevin’s v Kilbride. 7.30 pm U-20 FC Division Three (Group B) At Ballyleague: St. Faithleach’s v Tulsk Lord Edwards. 7.30 pm
Saturday, August 13th Kepak Senior Hurling Championship At Creggs: Tremane v Oran. 7 pm
Sunday, August 14th Kepak Senior Hurling Championship At Athleague: Athleague v Four Roads. 2 pm At Athleague: St. Dominic’s v Pádraig Pearses. 3.45 pm