The aggravated burglary oc curred in the early hours of Monday morning last (August 22nd) at a business premises/ home in the Ashpark area of Ballintubber.Anumberof men entered the property. The three victims were held hostage in one room while the house was searched. It is understood that the offenders were armed with screwdrivers. The gang fled the scene with a sum of cash and the victims then managed to free themselves and raise the alarm. Deputy Fitzmaurice said: “It is of paramount importance that the thugs who have struck fear into the heart of this community are apprehended and made an example of”.
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That’s it, I knew it…we’re goners! Huh? At least we know now…there’s nothing worse than false hope! It’s the hope that kills you! WHAT are you on about? That first week was bad enough…I couldn’t sleep, I couldn’t eat, I could hardly muster the energy to take an inter est in the big issue of the past fortnight… What big issue? The FBI raid on Trump’s house? Well, I actually meant that story about the guy who got a tattoo of Marty Whelan’s face on his leg… Oh dear! I know, strange move…even though Marty’s great. Anyways, point is, at least we know now…but it’s still devastating! We know WHAT now?! That we’re goners. That first week was bad, you were away for most of it, we didn’t really get a chance to talk, except for those tense text exchanges with you… Oh that! I just told you to relax… But the second week, that’s done it! Well… Well nothing! That first week…I fol lowed my usual routine on the Thursday. I popped into a local shop and joined the familiar frenzied queue for the Roscom mon People… Yeah, so you said…in your frenzied texts… Just imagine my shock when I turned to page 2! I know, you said… NOTHING! No Barstool Boyos! It’s like we’d been wiped off the face of the earth! Instead of where you and I normally are…a regular news story! That’s an image I thought I’d never be confronted with! Apparently that’s what Marty Whelan said when he saw his face tattooed on yer man’s leg… You’re trivialising this! You KNOW I was shocked! Sorry…but you probably should have con tacted the Editor for clarification… I tried, but he wouldn’t return my calls! Typical Editor… Then, week two. LAST THURSDAY. Not helped by your apparent indiffer ence – and the Editor having gone to ground – I raced into a local shop… Yeah… …checked page one to see if there was a blurb announcing that he’d finally signed up Joe Brolly… Ahem… …turned to page 2…and the final proof. Devastating. No Barstool Boyos for the second week in a row. We’re dropped. It’s over. Ruthless! Well… Well nothing! Either we’ve both been ruthlessly dropped or – even worse – you and Brolly are being lined up to replace you and me! Relax, my friend! You must know by now that I have a hotline to the Editor… Mmnn… The reason our column didn’t appear for two weeks is very simple: I get the content to the Editor, he does his thing…but he was on holidays for two weeks! We’re back… this week! PHEW! What a relief. I’m ecstatic! He reassured me that our absence for two weeks was merely holiday-related…mind you, he did make one strange comment… Huh? He said we’re like that tattoo of Marty Whelan’s face… What? Distinguished, irresistible and timeless? No…just quite hard to get rid of!
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Richie Farrell, Roderic O’Conor Conference Committee 2022 Chairperson held, for the first time, in his native County Roscommon . The conference will feature a range of presentations, dealing with the many aspects of the life and career of O’Conor, by a list of expert international, national and local speakers, lecturers and art historians This is a wonderful and exciting opportunity at a very local level to hear a range of presentations, which focus on research conducted, an appraisal of O’Conor’s influence as an artist and his value and legacy.
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Bernie’s fiancé John Donnelly, who hails from Fourmilehouse and plays football with Kilbride, received his fair share of praise and good-natured ribbing on social me dia on Tuesday night. Host Dáithí was keen to know how long it took John to pop the question ahead of the couple’s De cember wedding while the camera appeared to catch Bernie’s father Michael offering a look of disap proval as John appeared on screen. The Roscommon People under stands however that John is firmly in the Ryan family’s good graces! Meanwhile, Eimear Naughton’s fiancé and Colombian native, José, appeared in a gushing video message which was played live during the Queensland Rose’s ap pearance. Eimear may have been reduced to tears but Dáithí was impressed with José’s smooth way with words.
Tuesday’s final night also featured a live performance from Dublin band Wild Youth while Dáithí was ably assisted by fellow presenters James Patrice and Will Leahy. The festival came to an end amid emotional scenes as Westmeath’s Rachel Duffy beat the odds to win this year’s title. But while they may have come up just short on the judges’ scorecards, the Roscom mon, Queensland and London Roses did their respective Rose Centres and the county very proud with their on-stage appearances on Tuesday night.
Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan pictured with Oonagh O’Gara and County Roscommon native Anthony O’Gara, CEO of the Rose of Tralee.
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Roscommon Rose Bernie Ryan may not have captured the Inter national Rose of Tralee title on Tuesday night at the Kerry Sports Academy, but she certainly cap tured the hearts of many of those watching on following her live interview with presenter Dáithí Ó Sé.While Westmeath Rose Rachel Duffy (24) was announced as the deserving winner, Bernie was described as a “breath of fresh air” on social media and received widespread praise for her sense of humour and for demonstrating CPR in the ‘talent’ section of her interview.Bernietravelled to Tralee with plenty of support, and her fam ily and friends made themselves heard in the ‘Dome’ on Tuesday night. There had been a large Roscommon contingent in the Kerry town throughout the Rose Festival as two other Roses also have local Queenslandconnections.RoseEimear Naugh ton, who wowed the audience with a poem about homesickness, is originally from Athleague. She impressed the judges and those watching on as she told Rose of Tralee host Dáithí Ó Sé about her life as a teacher in Brisbane. Hayley Reynolds (28) was this year’s London Rose, and her father Martin hails from Strokestown. Hayley said she had spent the first three years of her life in Crickle wood but now lives in St. Alban’s, Hertfordshire where she works as a personal trainer and is a member of the St. Colmcille’s GAA Club.
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Another massive event this year is the Connacht Pedigree Final, which will decide the best male animal across all breeds, born on or after the 1st of September 2021. This new competition has a total prize fund of €1000, and is sponsored by Coyle’s SuperValu. Chief Cattle Steward Tom Finnerty says that he expects more than 150 cattle across forty classes.Another new exciting class this year is the North West Limousin Club calf finals, which is being held for registered males and females born on or after the 1st of September 2021.
Show Secretary Dympna Naughton reports that a magnificent parade of ‘Mad Hats’ will also take place (men and women). The only criteria is that they look daft and outra geous!Theshow will also feature a Fastest Family event. Teams will be competing in ring throwing, turf foot ing, milking ‘Daisy the robot cow’, and tossing the wellington. This muchanticipated competition will conclude with rolling the bale. In his conclud ing remarks at Friday’s launch, chairperson Frank Collevy said that there will be adequate free parking, and highlighted that the modest entry fee of €10 per adult has not changed over recent years, and the entry fee for all children remains free. The show will be official ly opened by Dr Edna Cur ley, Agricultural College Principal, at 11.30 am. Entries and enquiries
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Seven-year-old Ailbhe Carey from Cooloo pictured handling the Zwartbles sheep owned by Denny Lyons (also pictured) at the launch of this year’s Mountbellew Agricultural Show on Friday. Pic: David Walsh Event will be held on September 3rd After the Covid-restricted period of two years when all agricultural shows in Ireland were cancelled, the return of the Mount bellew Agricultural Show has been met with a great response by the general public. The show, which was launched last Friday, will be held on Saturday, September 3rd, 2022. The Mountbellew Agri cultural Show Committee, under the chairmanship of Frank Collevy, have planned a total revamp of the event, which will be held on the grounds of the Agricultural College. As part of the revamp, the range of free children’s activities are set to be in creased. Activities will include milking ‘Daisy the robot cow’, a Grand Prix, racing of toy tractors and toy motor cars, the children’s tug o’war com petition, face-painting, art displays, and sand castle building, to name but a few. The children’s pony riding event will also be a huge attraction. A wool demonstration will focus on the efforts being made by Blanaid Gallagher (from Aughrim, Ballinasloe) to increase the price of wool and encour age recognition of its real value for the benefit of the sheep farmers. This dem onstration will run in con junction with the All-Ire land Final of the Galway Ewe Lamb competition.
The breeder’snewly-introducedchoicefortra ditional four or five star breeding heifer carries a prize fund of €750 and is sponsored by the Depart ment of Agriculture.
Pictured on Friday at the launch of this year’s Mountbellew Agricultural Show were Phil Keating, Henry Wade, Michael Kitt, Paul Connaughton, Willie Flynn (with his five-month-old bull ‘Tullyvillage Tarabh’) and former ISA Secretary, Michael Hughes. Pic: David Walsh
The number of horses entered this year has in creased and this year’s show will include the Tra ditional Irish Sport Horse Foal All-Ireland Cham pionship, carrying a total prize fund of €2,500.
The latest date for general entries is Saturday, August 27th, while entries for chil dren’s competitions will be taken on the day. For all dog classes, the entry fee is €3, but entries taken on the day will cost €5 per dog. Entries can be made online.Forenquiries, contact the Show Secretary on 085 7606000. More details page.ormountbellewagrishow.ie,onontheshow’sFacebook
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Martin Mannion, Michael Geraghty, Kevin King, John Curley and Pat Naughton at last Saturday’s Roscommon Agricultural Show which took place on Hannon’s grounds in Roscommon. Photo: Mick McCormack
Once again this year, Roscommon County Council is proud to sup port and be associated with this initiative.Theaim of ‘Make Way Day’ is to educate and raise awareness of the needs of people with disabili ties using public spaces shared by everyone, showcasing a coordi nated and decisive day of action to improve the access of our towns and cities for everyone. The objec tive is to make the public aware of issues that are fully within their power to change, culminating in one impactful, coordinated and de cisive day of action, scheduled this year for September 30th ‘Make Way Day’ is supported and organised by people with dis abilities, local authorities and dis ability organisations, highlighting obstacles that block the way and complicate the lives of people with disabilities, 365 days of the year. Such everyday obstacles include cars parked on footpaths, bicycles illegally parked as well as bikes tied to lampposts and railings, kegs left on footpaths, bins left on foot paths, sandwich boards and signs left on footpaths and overgrown hedges.Roscommon County Council supports the fundamental right of access as being the most basic of all disability rights. Public foot paths are for everyone and initia tives such as ‘Make Way Day’ focuses the mind on people with disabilities, their lives and their needs.
This year’s ‘Make Way Day’ (taking place on Friday, Septem ber 30th) is set to be launched in Roscommon at 3.30 pm on Thurs day, September 8th. The initiative, led by the Disability Federation of Ireland, brings the disability and wider community together to consider the needs of people with disabilities in public spaces shared byTheeveryone.dayisa unique collaboration across Ireland between the volun tary and local government sectors.
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Monday Many readers will be familiar with the hit Channel 4 TV programme ‘Escape to the Chateau’…in which Dick, Angel and family restore a dilapidated 19th century French chateau and transform it into a wedding venue (and their family home). When Fiona discovered that the chateau was only half an hour from where we were staying, we had to investigate. “It will be surrounded by high walls” I predicted, but much to our delight you could drive right up to the start of the avenue and view the magnificent fairytale-like property. A sign at the entrance welcomes callers (inviting people to take photos) while naturally asking for the family’s privacy to be respected. In the distance, I saw a man gardening and thought ‘I bet that’s Dick himself’. When he suddenly waved at me, I waved back.
On closer analysis I realised it was a gardener and he hadn’t been waving; he was throwing something into a trailer. C’est la vie, I suppose. Tuesday Sitting outside a small café in Mayenne. The waiter is a cheerful chap. The weather is in the early 30s, both glorious and taxing. Our drinks and ice cream are very welcome. A wasp goes into my ear but leaves as quickly (that was the last I heard of him; sorry).
Five or six gregarious locals make a great fuss over a very big dog, one of the party popping into the café and returning with a bowl of water for said guest of honour. When I go in to pay, Cheerful Waiter introduces me to Less Cheerful Barman, who offers a halfhearted ‘Bonjour’. While Cheerful Waiter is totting our bill, I spot an elderly man alone in the centre of the café, dressed like a sheriff Dick and Angel not waiting to welcome us in to their fabulous home (of Channel 4 ‘Escape to the Chateau’ fame). Oh well, maybe next time.
“Bonjour, avez-vous quelque chose pour brûlures d’estomac?” (“Good day…have you anything for burnt stomach?”). She hasn’t (smiles and points). That’s when I realise it’s a parfumerie (perfume store)…not a pharmacy. Sunday Today, in extreme heat, we stopped at an attractive café/ restaurant, hoping to get a quick bite to eat/cool drinks. There were four of us. We ordered three starters from the menu, plus one kid’s portion, plus four drinks, plus a coffee, and also pinpointed desserts. The waitress smiled as she accepted the order. Two minutes later, the chef/owner suddenly arrived, apologised, but explained “It is not enough…I have staff to pay!” Apparently our order was of insufficient scale. Did we want to order more, he wondered. Verdict: Nah. I pledge to send our new friend a link to the best of Fawlty Towers.
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An update on my holiday reading: I actually read six books (I know, but I was really fired up for a get-away-from-it-all reading blitz). Here’s a quick rundown on my very random reads, in case it helps any readers.
5: The Evenings. One of our daughters bought this Dutch classic from the 1940s in a shop in Galway. I’d never heard of the book or its author (Gerard Reve). I was very near to abandoning this unusual book, but stuck with, and am glad I did. It’s the story of how a young man with a very dark sense of humour spends his evenings in the suburban streets of Amsterdam. It was strange, sometimes even disturbing, but hilarious too. A book I’ll never forget.
2: Kiss Me Like A Stranger. I bought the late, great Gene Wilder’s autobiography in a bookstore in Boston a number of years ago, and was so looking forward to reading it, I almost didn’t want to (because then I could no longer look forward to doing so). It didn’t disappoint.
6: ‘And Away’. The one I was most looking forward to. The autobiography of comedian/actor Bob Mortimer. I wasn’t the greatest fan of his surreal TV work with Vic Reeves (even though I get that type of humour), but Bob has found a whole new following through his epic appearances on Would I Lie To You? in recent years (check them out on YouTube).
4: ‘Walking with Ghosts’. I bought this in Galway some months ago, after staring at it for about ten minutes. I couldn’t resist, as the reviews of Gabriel Byrne’s book were so glowing. Also, I was interested as the actor’s late mother was a native of Elphin, Co. Roscommon. Sadly, Elphin doesn’t even get a mention, but his mum (Eileen Gannon) is probably the key figure in this superbly well written memoir.
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Friday We’ve long rejected lazy stereotypes about the French. Veteran visitors to France by now, we love the country, and generally find the people very friendly. The campsites are fabulous, with great on-site facilities, and are particularly suitable for families with young children. (Later during our holiday we spent a few nights in one of our favourite such locations, Château de LezEaux, outside Granville, which is highly recommended).
Thursday There follows… a ‘Kind of French holiday diary’. It’s mostly my people watching musings (the days referenced are approximate). Alternatively, we could call it ‘Escape from Boris, Robert Troy, the Marty Whelan tattoo, the Healy-Raes, Budget talk and heatwave hysterics’…. The 19-hour sailing from Dublin Port to France on the WB Yeats was very relaxing. As I’ve written here before, the facilities on these ships are generally excellent, with restaurants, bars, a cinema, kids’ club, shop, and of course ensuite cabins in which to be gently rocked to sleep. Thursday evening I’ve brought a selection of books, as I only get time (or find the discipline) to read when on holidays. I’m trying to read book one, but the young duo (I’d say ‘couple’ would be premature) sitting across from us in The Maud Gonne Bar & Lounge are quite annoying. She’s from Belgium, he’s Irish. While she chatters animatedly, the guy – who sports a hairstyle that would remind you of Miley in Glenroe – operates to a completely different pace. In fact he looks like he could do with being charged up every hour or so. They’re grand, but very giddy. He pops to the bar, and there’s respite from the non-stop chatter. Later, they wander off. Gonne but not forgotten. I return to my book. Friday Docking in Cherbourg at 11 am, we take the three-hour drive to the village of Chailland. The weather is beautiful, the French countryside spectacular, with colourful cornfields knitting the villages together (we try to avoid motorways). The friendly son of the landlady welcomes us at the house we’re renting. A very old former family home, the property was recently modernised, and is beautiful. Our host shows us around and reveals there’s a complimentary bottle of wine and six eggs in the fridge. He doesn’t say where the wine came from, but does inform us that the eggs came direct from his grandparents’ hens, who are scurrying around outside (the hens). The village is very picturesque, the streets quaint, the buildings featuring those charming shutters outside the windows. Chailland is located in a valley, and shadowed by spectacular rock face. Large statues of Jesus and the Virgin Mary have been erected on a mountain which is a backdrop to an old church. The River Ernée peacefully flows through the village. Saturday I’ve had some heartburn, and so on our drive today I’m on the lookout for a pharmacie. It will be my first proper interaction with a French person on this trip, so I’ve already checked online what I need to say. In the lovely town of Fougères, I step into the pharmacie and approach the lady behind the counter, confident that this won’t be awkward.
Saturday Our two weeks (I skipped a few days) have flown by, and we’re back on Irish soil. Stalled at traffic lights in Dublin, I suddenly notice that the cheerful taxi driver across from me is…having a shave while waiting for the lights to turn green. Yep, he’s shaving away, smiling too. Bare-faced cheek(s).
06 Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 from the old (wild) west. He’s sitting there, in waistcoat, hat, trousers and boots, badges, holster, the lot. He has his back to a fireplace and is staring straight ahead. When I pay our bill, adding a reasonable tip, Cheerful Waiter suddenly turns into a showman, exclaiming ‘Beep! Beep!’, striking up some music, high-fiving Less Cheerful Barman, and wishing me well. On my way out, I throw a final glance at the Sheriff, confident that drawing of pistols will not be required.
3: Unusually for me, I switch to fiction. But I love the late William Trevor’s writing. He once lived in County Roscommon (as a boy). ‘Other People’s Worlds’ is a clever, superb novel about the impact a conman has on a number of people he crosses paths with.
1: The Accidental Footballer. This is the biography of slightly eccentric former Everton and Chelsea footballer (and music fan) Pat Nevin, who is a regular on Newstalk’s Off The Ball. It was an enjoyable read about a quirky and likeable guy.
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“I know that the people who were victimised in this attack will have the support of a strong community as they recover from this traumat ic incident. But it is of paramount importance that the thugs who have struck fear into the heart of this community are apprehended and made an example of”.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Castlerea Garda Station on 094 962 1630 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
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The harrowing ordeal endured by a woman in her 90s and her two sons at a business premises in Ballintubber has shocked the lo calThecommunity.aggravated burglary oc curred in the early hours of Mon day morning last in the Ashpark area of Ballintubber in a home on the same premises as the busi ness.After a number of men entered the house, the three victims were held hostage in one room while the property was searched. It is under stood that the suspected offenders were armed with screwdrivers. The gang fled the scene with a sum of cash and the victims then man aged to free themselves and raise the alarm. One of the brothers in the prop erty was injured during the inci dent. Fortunately his injuries are non-life threatening and he did not require medical attention. Castlerea Gardaí are appeal ing to any person who was in the area of Ashpark, Ballintubber, be tween 10.30 pm on Sunday night (August 21st) and 12.30 am on Monday morning (August 22nd) to contact them. This includes any road users in the area at the time, particularly those who may have dash cam footage. Local politicians have expressed shock and anger over this incident, with Cllr. Anthony Waldron de scribing the family as “very highly respected” members of the local community.FiannaFáil Senator Eugene Murphy described the robbery as “frightening and totally unaccept able”Senator. Murphy said people will have to be more vigilant in their respective areas, as Gardaí “can not be everywhere”, while adding that more Gardaí are required in all regions.Independent TD for Roscom mon-Galway, Michael Fitzmau rice, said: “The perpetrators of this heinous crime must be brought to justice. No stone should be left un turned in the investigation to iden tify these thugs”. Deputy Fitzmaurice said: “Brutal and traumatic crimes such as the one which took place in the early hours of Monday morning are rare. But that is little consolation to the victims and the extended com munity.“Itisthe isolated nature of rural communities which, in general, makes them safe. But this isolation can also make these communities targets for crimes of this nature”. Deputy Fitzmaurice said that Ballintubber is a quiet and peaceful village which is home to a close-knit community that takes pride in its locality.
Invite interested swimmers to an OPEN SWIM ASSESSMENT on Friday, 26th August 2022 at 7pm in Roscommon Leisure Centre Swim assessments are open to 7-12 year olds, swimmers are required to have passed level 6 at a minimum. Swimmers must demonstrate the ability to swim continuously for 50 meters and comfortably tread water in the deep end. Successful swimmers will be invited to join the club, with training commencing on Monday, 29th August 2022. Registration from 6.50pm in the reception area of the Leisure Centre. For further information please swimcomans@gmail.comemail: HEALY
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Objections or representations in relation to the proposal may be made in writing to the undersigned or emailed to roads@roscommoncoco.ie no later than 4 pm on 6th October 2022. Persons making such objections or representations may make a request in writing to state their case at an oral hearing conducted by a person appointed by Roscommon County Council for that purpose.
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Roscommon County Council propose to abandon the public road described in the schedule hereunder: -
Townland Description Length Enagh Local Road No. L50129 276 Metres A map showing the road to be abandoned may be inspected at the offices of Roscommon County Council, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon Town F42 VR98 and at the Boyle Municipal District Office, The Crescent, Boyle, County Roscommon F52 X436 Monday to Friday during opening hours for the period from 25th August 2022 to 22nd September 2022. The map may also be inspected at www.roscommoncoco.ie
2022 SOCIAL HOUSING ASSESSMENT (Update of Details)
Roscommon County Council is carrying out a Social Housing Assessment in accordance with Section 21 of the Housing (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2009.
2. If you are not already on the social housing list but wish to be considered for housing support services, please contact Roscommon County Council at the address below or call 090 663 7100.
1. If your Social Housing Application is selected for assessment you will receive a 2022 Social Housing Assessment (Update of Details) Form in the post. This form must be completed and returned with all required support ing documentation on or before Friday the 15th September, 2022. All completed applications should be returned to the address below. If this form is not returned by the required date, your application for Social Housing will be CLOSED and you will not be considered for future offers of Social Housing Support. If you have moved and the address you previously provided on your Social Housing Application is no longer correct, please contact Roscommon County Council to request the 2022 Social Housing Assessment (Update of Details) Form or download the form at Needs-Assessment/https://www.roscommoncoco.ie/en/Services/Housing/Social-Housing/2022-Social-HousingThis form must be completed in full and returned with all required supporting documentation on or before Friday the 15th September, 2022. All completed applications should be returned to the address below.
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Questions should be received no later than Monday, 5th September and must include the name and address of the person submitting the question, which will be kept confidential. Questions will be accepted from any person affected by the policing of the area. Those who require alternative arrangements for the submission of questions may contact 090-6637136.
Opening Hours in Áras an Chontae: Motor Tax Office 9.30am to 1.00pm only Monday to Friday. All other services are open 9.30am to 1.00pm and 2.00pm to 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
A public meeting of the County Roscommon Joint Policing Committee will take place at: 7.30pm on Monday, 12th September in The Fortfield Suite, Abbey Hotel, Roscommon
Please note that the Joint Policing Committee may not consider matters relating to a specific criminal investigation or prosecution or matters relating to the security of the State. In addition to this the Joint Policing Committee will not consider a matter if:
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o It is deemed prejudicial to a Garda operational matter.
o It would, or would be likely to, prejudice the prevention or detection of crime or the apprehension or prosecution of offenders.
o It relates to an individual.
All members of the public are invited to attend this public meeting.
Members of the public have the right to attend the meeting, to have their views heard and to put questions to the committee. All questions concerning the policing of County Roscommon should be submitted in writing to: Jackie Keegan, Community and Enterprise Section, Áras an Chontae, Roscommon or by e-mail to jkeegan@roscommoncoco.ie
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o It would endanger the security of one or more individuals.
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The Joint Policing Committee was established under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 and includes elected members of Roscommon County Council, Oireachtas Members, Garda representatives, representatives from the community and voluntary sector and officials of Roscommon County Council. The function of the Committee is to serve as a forum for consultations, discussions and recommendations on matters affecting the policing of the local authority’s administrative area.
o The public is advised that in some circumstances, for legal reasons, it may not be possible to provide information requested.
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The TY students raised the money through the sale of ice cream during school breaks at the end of term. A special word of acknowledgement was extended to James Duignan, Princi pal of Glenamaddy Community School, who gave permission to proceed with the initiative, organised the stock and encouraged the students to participate, and also to Ms. Eileen Gildea, VicePrincipal, for her kind support. If you feel like engaging in a fundrais ing initiative or supporting a very wor thy cause, please remember the Comfort Care Treats Fund. Funds can be made payable to ‘Roscommon Mental Health Services’ and forwarded to Dept. of Psychiatry, c/o Adrian Tully, Roscommon Univer sity Hospital, Athlone Road, Roscom mon, or to Helen Raftery Dunne, CCTF Volunteer, Ballyhard, Glenamaddy, Cas tlerea, Co. Roscommon.
Pictured at the presentation of the cheque at Glenamaddy Community School were (back row, l-r): Ms. Gildea, Sean Golding McGee, Jake Pacuret, Jessica Fleming. Front row: Ms. Hession, Helen Raftery Dunne (CCTF volunteer). Missing from pic: Mr. James Duignan (Principal).
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Next week is a big one for Roscommon Golf Club as both the men’s and ladies teams con test the AIG All-Ireland finals in Tramore, Co. Waterford. The men’s Barton Shield team face Castleknock in the All-Ire land quarter-finals on Thursday while the Ladies Senior Cup team face the North Leinster representatives on Friday. A big crowd of supporters is expected to travel to the south-east to support the teams. The Ladies Foursomes team will play in the All-Ireland finals of that competition at Slieve Russell in Cavan on the weekend of the 9th of Septem ber.
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Cruachan Productions (the festival organisers) is a family-run company, com prised of uncle and nephew pairing Brendan Hurley and CraigFestivalHughes.Director Brendan Hurley said: “It’s been an exciting journey putting the festival together, bringing great acts to Roscommon and also giving local artists a platform to showcase their talents. It is extra-special that we are going to be able to share the experience with the entire country and not just those who are fortunate enough to join us at our inau gural event”.
Tulsk History Society host successful open day
Tulsk History Society’s office furniture and equip ment was purchased with the aid of a Community Activities grant from the Department of Rural & Community Development. Funding for the Tulsk Cemetery Information Panel was provided by Roscommon County Council. The Tulsk History Society would like to thank the Tulsk Cemetery Committee and the Tulsk Macra Hall Committee for their cooperation and assistance. They also wish to thank the Rathcroghan Visitor Cen tre for their hospitality during the cemetery project. Annual membership to the society is €30 for adults and €10 for students. All are welcome to join – just contact historytulsk@gmail.com for more informa tion.
Councillor Liam O’Callaghan, volunteers, and Tulsk History Society members pictured at the society’s open day last Sunday.
Tulsk History Society enjoyed a very successful open day on Sunday, August 21st, which included the of ficial opening of the new THS office at Tulsk Macra Hall and the unveiling of the new cemetery directory.
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The exhibition on show included a number of old local publications, photos and newspaper clippings. The society’s new publication, The Tulsk Morning Howl, was also launched, and is now available for free pick-up in the local shops. Tea and coffee was also served on the day, and all in all a great afternoon was had.
Comfort Care Treats Fund (CCTF) Vol unteer Helen Raftery Dunne has extend ed a most sincere thank you to Marie Hession, Transition Year Co-ordinator at Glenamaddy Community School, who facilitated the TY students, espe cially Jessica, Jake and Sean, in their recent fundraising of €400 towards the Comfort Care Treats Fund (CCTF) for Roscommon University Hospital Men tal Health Unit patients.
The open day featured an accompanying exhibition and slideshow, which demonstrated the work the so ciety has been putting in since its inception in March last year. There was a great turnout on the day, with the nice weather being an added bonus. One of the event’s highlights was the unveiling of the new cemetery directory. The society established an aim some months ago to unveil the directory dur ing Heritage Week, and were able to successfully make this deadline thanks to the great effort and commitment put in by a number of volunteers. The directory is in place to help all those visiting the local cemetery locate any grave they wish to find. The cemetery directory was officially unveiled at 12.30 pm by Councillor Liam Callaghan, following a very informative introduction by Cathal McCor mack, who gave some well-deserved thanks to the many volunteers and society members that contrib uted to the cemetery survey which formed the basis for the directory. Councillor Callaghan was also on hand to cut the ribbon at Macra Hall an hour later. Noel Sheerin con ducted a talk at the Hall, which included local history reminiscences as well as describing the work THS are doing, and this was both enjoyable and insightful.
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On Monday, Red Shoe Pro ductions and TG4 announced a new music show ‘Night andDay Festival: Ó Dhubh go Dubh’ that will capture the musical magic of the inau gural Night and Day Festival which takes place on 24th and 25th of September on the grounds of Clonalis House in Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. As the last large-scale music festival of the season, Night and Day boasts a range of cultural acts as well as a fun, family-friendly itinerary that will entertain and engage children, parents, and friends in a relaxed ownernouncement,Commentingenvironment.ontheanRedShoeanddirector,Maggie Breathnach said: “Red Shoe are delighted to be partner ing with Night and Day for their first festival venture this autumn”.
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12 Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 NewsPeople FRANK BRANDON FRANK BRANDON’S unique take on life ... ‘Till next week, bye for now A sporting ‘debut’ as I saddle up for a first visit to the Dublin Horse Show Our man Frank on a memorable first visit to the Dublin Horse Show; In praise of the return of cash at the GAA turnstile…and his dismay at two tainted sporting reputations…
It’s sad to see two very different sportsmen making headlines for all the wrong reasons. First was multi-millionaire and ex-Manchester United super star Ryan Giggs, who is on trial for alleged controlling and coercive behaviour against his former girlfriend Kate Greville. Whatever the verdict, his previously amazing legacy is in tat ters.Then, closer to home, there is the European Champion boxer Gabriel Dossen, who lives in Galway. At the age of 22, he finds himself charged with possession of drugs for sale or sup ply, and he is in danger of ruining a promising boxing career. For Dossen, it may not be too late to get his life and career back on track – and hopefully he will – but for Giggs, the damage has been done. All of us who still support Manchester United will never see him again in the same light as before. Being a sports star and a role model carries a lot of responsi bility – and Gabriel Dossen would do well to remember that.
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It’s a known fact that the Irish love their dogs and horses, but I have to admit that when I was a young lad I had no great interest in either species. This was until the early 1960s, before I was yet in my teens, when the exploits of Tipperary showjumper Tom my Wade and his diminutive horse, Dundrum, electrified the nation, awakening in me an interest in showjumping that lives on to this day. Standing just fifteen hands high, Dundrum was small by international standards, and yet he won every type of competition – from speed classes to the Puissance (in case you don’t know, that’s basically jumping over a huge wall). In 1963, the pair made history by winning all five in ternational classes in the Dub lin Horse Show. On top of that, they were part of the winning Aga Khan team in 1963, feats no one has come close to in the nearly 60 years since. From that time on, the Aga Khan competition became an absolute must-see. No matter where I was, I would always make every ef fort to get to some television set somewhere to watch one of the most exciting sporting events in the world. Some years later, the magi cal team of Eddie Macken, Paul Darragh, Captain Con Power and James Kernan did the three-in-a-row, win ning the Aga Khan trophy for Ireland in 1977, 1978, and 1979. Granard native Eddie Macken in particular became a household name, and for a long time was probably our biggest international sports star.However, as with every thing, time passed, and while I managed to get to All-Ire land finals, rugby and soc cer internationals and other big sporting events over the years, somehow I never got to the Dublin Horse Show until this year.
While waiting for Tara’s jump-off, we found ourselves in the main arena watching the Aga Khan competition, and I have to say the atmos phere was every bit as good as I hoped it would be. When Ireland won the trophy in a jump-off, the roof nearly lift ed off the stadium, such was the extraordinary explosion of sound!The funny thing about the RDS is that the main arena where the big international competitions take place is only a tiny part of the whole complex, which is absolutely massive. The crowd you see on the TV is only a small per centage of the total number in attendance. Everywhere you went, there were throngs of people. I lost count of the number of bars, shops sell ing machinery and equestrian stuff, fast food, hot drinks and ice cream trucks – there was even a Tiernan Gill Driving School shop. High prices The one common denomi nator across the RDS’s food and drink sector were the ex tremely high prices. A takea way fish and chips was an eye-watering €17.50! A friend
Tara Brandon pictured at the Dublin Horse Show last weekend in a plastic container was about €7. Accommodation was also ridiculously dear; people we met told us they were paying €1,700 for a four-night hotel stay in one room, without any break fast.Another lad told us he got an awful shock when he or dered two ham and cheese toasties to be delivered to his room. The cost came to €35 – €30 for the two sand wiches and €5 for bringing them up the stairs. The poor fellow was so shocked by the price he nearly choked on the However,food!cost or no cost, it certainly didn’t seem to affect the crowds. The truth is we had a fantastic time, topped off by the fact that Tara had such a good show and that Ireland won the Aga Khan trophy. As they hadn’t won it since 2015, maybe I brought them a slice of luck – God knows I wouldn’t have afforded a slice of toast or apple pie. Anyway, as with any sport, it’s all finished up for the year now. If you want to be back again next year, you have to go through the very arduous process of qualifying again. Only the very top few in the different categories make it there, so here’s hoping Tara makes it back again – and if she does, please God we will too.
of mine told me he was charged €19 for the same thing in Dingle last week, but at least he was in a pub and got a table and chair to sit at. Our fish and chips was strictly takeaway, and we had to look for somewhere to eat it. I didn’t venture to any of the bars, but I believe the price of a pint
Back in the 1970s, my nowwife Carol Kelly had a very successful showjumping ca reer. She managed to qualify for the ponies and junior sections and win them at the RDS. This year, our daughter Tara followed suit, qualifying for the finals of the amateur showjumping competition. And so we headed off on Friday morning by rail to sup port her in the finals, where she jumped three wonderful rounds and finished in a high ly creditable seventh place. She had earlier won a loose jumping competition with a three-year-old horse that she bred herself, so it was a very successful trip to Dublin as winning a place in the RDS is an incredible achievement.
It’s now Saturday afternoon, and after a very early trip to the RDS, we are hitting for home in the comfort of the Dublin-Westport train, arriving back in Roscommon at half past two. I am rushing because Creggs are playing Kilmore in the second round of the Intermediate Cham pionship, and I want to be there to support our team. Two weeks ago, I wrote about the fact that it’s unfair that you have to book your tickets online to get into all local championship matches. Since then, a lot of slightly older people had contacted me to say they agreed with me on that point, and also about the fact that there is still no reduction on admis sion prices for OAPs. However, I was glad to hear on Saturday evening that in Creggs you could get in by paying cash. I’m not sure if that was an official policy change or just a local initia tive, but either way it was a very welcome one. I don’t know if there was also a pen sioner reduction in operation, but at least the cash payment option made life a lot easier for some of us older folk. The other good news is that Creggs won the tough, competitive game by four points! It’s the first time I ever remember us beating the Kilmore men in a champion ship match.
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Mayo-Roscommon Hospice is appealing for people to host a coffee morning or evening on National Coffee Morning for Hospice which takes place on Thursday, September 22nd or at any date or time that suits you. You can have a coffee morning/evening with friends at your home or with colleagues at your place of work. A coffee pack sponsored by Bewleys will be provided. Please email info@hospice.ie or register online at www. hospice.ie. Your support for local hospice services would be most appreciated.
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CBS past pupils’ golf outing
The annual Roscommon CBS Past Pupils’ Union golf outing is back for the first time in three years and will be held at Roscommon Golf Club on Saturday, September 3rd. The outing is open to all past pupils of Roscommon CBS and the tee is booked from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm. The President and Captain of the Society this year are John F Hanley and Michael Healy respectively. The competition is an 18-hole Stableford. The AGM of the society will take place in the clubhouse at 7 pm sharp followed immediately by the presentation of prizes. For timesheet details contact Robert McConn on 086-8277466.
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Rebecca, Darragh and Finn Diffley and Damien Gregg pictured at the 50th Roscommon Agricultural Show on Saturday last.
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Portrun Development Association are holding a fun family day out on Sunday, August 28th, running from 12.30-4 pm. This is a free event and will appeal to all audiences. The day will feature workshops, heritage talks, and various fun biodiversity activities. Families are invited to bring along a picnic and spend the day enjoying Portrun and learning more about the area’s biodiversity.Overthelast two years, Portrun Association have been engaging with an ecologist to put a biodiversity plan in place, which involved examining both the land and water life. Ecologist Anne Marie Mahon worked with both local residents and schools to put the plan together, which will be launched at the fun day on Sunday. Anne will also be facilitating hands-on workshops on the day. In addition to this, a host of other activities will be taking place as part of the fun day. Leave no Trace Ireland will be available and carrying out fun biodiversity activities, and there will be a heritage talk on the history of Inch Cleraun (Quaker Island/Island of the Seven Churches) and its links to Clonmacnoise. Inland Fisheries Ireland will have a stand at the shoreline where you can view samples taken from the lake. Regular users of the Portrun Bay amenity will have noticed many developments and updates to the area over the last year or so; the playground has received a facelift, extra pieces of equipment have been added and existing equipment has been upgraded. Additionally, a new slipway and car parking facilities have been added to the shoreline, accommodating ease of access to the water for boat launching and extra parking to facilitate vehicles towing boats. A natural stone picnic area has also been put in place, along with a Community Easel. Portrun Development invite any experienced or budding artists to feel free to use theThefacility.verypopular Cruit walk has seen improvements recently as well, having been widened to allow safer walking, and a tarmac pathway has been put in place, along with extra seating with views onto the bay. For more information on Portrun Bay, visit portrun.ie.
Vintage tractor and car run in aid of Jamesie Murray Memorial St John’s Lecarrow Vintage Club are get ting ready to host their second run of 2022 on Sunday, September 4th, in the village. Named ‘The West Awake’ tractor and car run, the proceeds will go towards the James ie Murray Memorial Fund, which was set up recently. Club Treasurer Colin Mullally said: “The club wished to be involved in the ongoing fundraising campaign to erect a limestone statue of the Knockcroghery and Roscommon footballing legend, Jamesie Murray. This is a monumental undertaking but something that the club really wanted to be involved in”. On the day, all cars and tractors are being advised to register as early as possible from 10 am onwards in St John’s Community Centre. The procession will leave at 12 noon, with tractors (new and old) heading for Roscommon Town, stopping for a break at Casey’s, and then returning to Knockcrogh ery Green to park up. The cars will take a different route, circling Lough Ree before returning to Knockcroghery. Light refreshments will be served after wards in Knockcroghery, and all vehicles can be viewed by the public there. For any information, contact Brendan Don nelly on 087 7525050, or Colin Mullally on 086 3694795.
St. John’s Lecarrow VINTAGE CLUB (Estb. 2019) presents The West Awake Tractor & Car Run Departing: Lecarrow 12 o’clock SUNDAY 4th SEPT. Registration from 10 am. (Proceeds going towards the ‘Jamesie Murray’ Memorial Fund)
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Charity Head Shave in Frenchpark on Friday night To mark the first anniversary of his wife’s passing due to cancer, Jack Farrell and his son Gene have organised a ‘Charity Head Shave’ event in aid of Cancer Care West. The event will take place at 8 pm on Friday, August 26th, in Farrell’s Pub in Frenchpark. There will be two DJs on the night, Joe Dooney and Martin Towey. All funds raised will directly support the free cancer services provided by Cancer Care West to people across the west and northwest of Ireland. These vital services depend heavily on voluntary funding. To find out more about the event, or to make an online donation, visit idonate.ie/fundraiser/crazyheadshave.
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Athleague Cemetery Mass this Friday Athleague Cemetery Mass will be celebrated on this Friday (26th) at 7 pm. All are welcome. There will be a collection at the gate for the upkeep of the cemetery. Please support.
10k walk in Glinsk for Irish Cancer Society
Breakfast: 7.30am to 11.30am Lunch 12pm to 3pm Evening Bar & Bistro Menu: 3pm to 9pm
A 10km walk/run/cycle event in aid of the Irish Cancer Society is set to take place at 5 pm on Saturday, August 27th, starting at Glinsk National School. The walk is dedicated to the memory of dear friend and volunteer Yvonne Ward, who sadly passed away in December Donations2019.canbe made on the day and refreshments will be served along the route. All proceeds will go towards the Irish Cancer Society. For more details, contact 087 9349400.
Contact: Brendan Donnelly 087 752 5050
The infant’s family comes from Clonsilla in Dublin, an area I know quite well. I can not imagine, nor do I ever wish to imagine, what these parents are going through; other than to say their level of shock, disbelief and heartbreak must be so traumatic and so intense, they’re going to need every bit of love and support possible to help them navigate through their grief. I have no doubt the good people of Ballinagare and Clonsilla will not just rally round this baby boy’s parents, grandparents and family, but the communities, both of which are very strong, very cohesive and very supportive, will also wrap them in a cloak of love, understanding and gentle ness.My thoughts are also with the poor driver of the vehicle which allegedly struck the little boy. I’m sure his family, friends and his community, will be on hand to provide him with reassurance, assistance and compassion dur ing his time of need. The entire county of Roscommon is weep ing for all who’ve been affected and impacted by this utterly harrowing and heartbreaking tragedy. Rest in peace little angel. of her minions could run her Highness a rose-petalstrewn bath and call her therapist? Oh wait, they can’t, he ‘ghosted’ her! While I’ll always stand up for my fellow Dubs, (especially the northsiders, because I am one), I have to draw the line at defend ing self-entitled motor mouths, specifically ones who appear to have more issues than, well, the mag azine they’re named after! Vogue…get it? As far as I can make out, it was you Vogue who made the mistake of not book ing the correct seat, not this gentleman, who was, by all accounts, in his as signed, booked and paidforI’veseat.been on flights which have been delayed by parents like Ms Williams, who, despite being accom panied by their kids, and wanting to sit with them, can’t be bothered to book specific seats in advance. However, in what I can only describe as a display of arrogance mixed with a side of ‘you-owe-me’, they regularly expect oth ers to jump and move at their say so! Not happen ing! I know it’s hard to fly with kids, but you know what, as nobody wants to be trapped beside a bawl ing baby and their pomp ous parents, those who are travelling kid-free tend to do the smart thing, as in we pre-plan, we pre-book and we pre-pay for our seats! For the record, I do know that not all parents and kids travelling on planes are disruptive. I have, on many occasions, (be cause I’m not heart less), helped a harassed parent by taking the fractious baby for them, walking up and down the aisle soothing their child in my arms; even singing to them, (scary), while mammy/ daddy grabbed a wellearned coffee! However, I can tell you that, given her disgust ing behaviour towards her fellow passenger on that flight, Ms selfabsorbed mother-earth Williams is lucky I wasn’t the one on the receiving end of her megalomaniac rant. If I had, I’d not only have refused to move seats, I’d have told her that, even though her socalled ‘celebrity’ sta tus has well and truly waned, her narcissism clearly hasn’t. Yes folks, while it defi nitely helps to be confi dent and pushy in some aspects of life, (and, given her conduct, I’d say this has-been mod el appears to have cov ered that particular turf nicely), let me advise Vogue that her audacity and her foul language don’t exactly make for good press! the gentleman, unleashed another string of invec tives too disgusting to print in this family publication! Ah bless, perhaps the poor put-upon-poppet was hav ing an ‘off day’? Next time this happens, maybe one Spencer Matthews and Vogue Williams.
Unlike poor misguided Phil, I didn’t lose a bet, and allow my ‘friend’ to choose what may or may not turn out to be a highly regrettable, ahem, piece of body art! Mind you, I do know someone who has his former partner’s name tattooed onto his shoulder, and, bad as that is, it’s even worse that her name is misspelled! Ooops! However readers, let me tell you that while I’m a fan of tattoos, I must point out that what you get inked, where you put it and the significance of it are all de tails that should be specific only to you. There’s a major difference between getting a decorative ankle, foot, shoul der or belly design and stamping your self with an elaborate canvas of some one’s face, or branding yourself with an ex’s name in a spot where your current partner is forced to look at it every time you turn over in the leaba! Ach sin scéal eile mo chairde!
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What were you inking, Phil?
According to reports, radio broadcast er Marty Whelan is ‘simultaneously bemused, amused and maybe even a teensy bit horrified’ (aren’t we all?), that some random bloke got his face tat tooed onto his leg!
The story goes that Phil O’Kelly, (who can forget about ever being taken seri ously again in his life), ‘lost a bet in Fan tasy Football’, with the winning party, (his mate), getting to choose his penalty, which was – wait for it – a seven-inch inking of Marty’s mug onto his leg. Let me tell you Phil, given this ‘mate’ chose Marty’s face above all others to be indelibly inked onto your person, it’s my opinion that he’s definitely, beyond any doubt, no friend of yours.
I’m not trying to insult you Marty, you’re a lovely man; and we’ve even worked together in the past on Open House, etc., however, while I’m very fond of you, that sentiment doesn’t ex tend to having your likeness branded onto any part of my anatomy! Like many major decisions in life, get ting inked (or not) is a personal choice. In fact, before getting any of my three tattoos, I spent a lot of time choosing the right design, consulting with the tattoo artist and choosing where on my body I wanted to get them.
On behalf of the entire county of Roscommon, may I offer the most sincere and heartfelt condo lences to the family of precious little Brandon Thomas Byrne who lost his life this week as a result of what was clearly a tragic accident while holidaying in the village of Ballinagare.
Flying home from a luxury family holiday last month, Vogue, real ising she’d ‘accidentally booked the wrong seat’ on the plane, appeared to suffer from a serious case of ‘up-her-ownbackside’; and, (in my opinion) displaying an elevated sense of selfworth, described a fel low passenger, (accord ing to reports) as being ‘a piece of s***’! Wow! But what did this pas senger do to warrant such a vulgar reac tion? Well readers, he’d booked and paid for his seat, yet, because he re fused to vacate it in fa vour of Vogue, (and why should he?), the privi leged-princess decided to give everyone on the flight a masterclass in divadom, hence hitting him with a string of ex pletive-laden abuse! As if that display of self-entitlement wasn’t sickening enough, the clothes-horse, sorry model, and her overbearing arrogance then went into overdrive. Upon being approached by ‘an air-hostess’, (they prefer cabin crew love), Vogue, still referring to Sincere condolence to all affected by the tragic loss of little Brandon
At a time when parents are struggling to pay for their kids’ school sup plies, I’m finding model, influencer, occasional TV presenter, podcaster and all-round attentionseeker Vogue Williams’ ‘first world’ problem re garding a seat on a flight to be both insensitive and downright obtuse. Let me enlighten you, readers. Ms ‘When you wipe bums all day you can’t really get an ego’ Williams would like us all to think that her en tire diet consists of large pieces of humble pie; however, given what I’d describe as being her recent appalling behav iour, I’d say the opposite is clearly the truth!
Community Monuments grant for Oran-Ardkieran Cemetery
Pictured recently at the round tower in Oran Cemetery are Chris Southgate, Southgate Associates, and Cllr. Anthony Waldron. The Oran-Ardkieran Cemetery Committee was successful in its application to the Community Monuments Fund for a grant of €17.416.80, which will be used to compile a Conservation Manage ment Plan for the Oran Cemetery. The cemetery contains the remnants of an ancient round tower and a sacred well which was reputed to be one of the most powerful wells in the country. The study shall involve a multi-disciplinary team, including archaeologists, conservation engi neers, an anthropologist, ecologist, and a special ist in mortar analysis and carbon dating from the Queen’s University of Belfast. The study centres on an assessment of the significance of the site, and the agreement of a set of proposals for its future management, which will ensure that the site and its story are preserved for future generations. The team is being led by Chris Southgate of Southgate As sociates.
15Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 NewsPeople ALL ENQUIRIES: (087) 2203288 E-Mail: contact@roscommonracecourse.ie For updates log into www.roscommonracecourse.ie or follow us on Come for the Racing – Stay for the Craic! SPECIAL ADMISSION PRICES: Adults: OAP/Students:€10.00€5.00 Cash and Card Payments now accepted at the gate Roscommon Races MONDAY, 29th AUGUST, 2022 FIRST RACE: 4.20pm – TOP CLASS RACING • FREE BETS ON RACE CARD COMPETITION • MUSIC AFTER 2nd LAST RACE Roscommon Race Course CLG.
John Hanley and family pictured making a presentation to trainer Stuart Crawford, who won the JF Hanley Goundscare Beginners Steeplechase with his horse Homme D’un Soir at a recent meeting of Roscommon Races. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Ivan Connaughton pictured making a presentation to trainer Fran Berry after ‘Follow the Crowd’ won the Connaughton Auctioneers Handicap Steeplechase at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Mary and Paul Byron pictured making a presentation to trainer Noel Meade after ‘In Your Shadow’ won the Paul Byron Shoes Handicap Hurdle at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Hopefully there will be pleasant weath er on the day, and appearances from all the regular racegoers as well as a few newRacefaces!sponsors on the evening are EBF and Sigmar Recruitment Con sultants Ltd. The best turned out prize in the EBF races is jointly sponsored by Roscommon Race Course CLG and EBF. The first race on Monday, August 29th, will begin at 4.20 pm. The special reduced admission ticket price is €10 for adults, and €5 for students/OAPs. Tickets can be bought online, or oth erwise, cash and card payments will be accepted at the gate. Free bets will be accommodated on the Race Card Competition.Fortickets and all other information about Roscommon Races, check out roscommonracecourse.ie and find Ro scommon Racecourse on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
pionships are getting very tight now. Joseph O’Brien is in a tight battle with his father Aidan for the trainers’ title. Additionally, a recent wrist injury to Colin Keane has given Billy Lee a real chance of a claiming his first jockeys’ title. With Colin on the sidelines, Billy will be keen to make the most of his enforcedMeanwhile,absence.there will be live music at Roscommon Racecourse next Mon day, following the second last race.
The racing scene continues to thrive west of the Shannon, with lots to keep up to date on at Roscommon Race course. Roscommon is set to stage its next flat meeting next Monday, August 29th. As has been the case for a long time, all the top yards and jockeys in Ireland will be wellRoscommon’srepresented.race day on August 15th took place with a spot of rain on the day. Gavin Cromwell from Co. Meath was the man of the hour, taking home two prizes, after his horses ‘Supposed tobe’ and ‘Earls’ struck in their respec tiveTonyraces.Martin also added to Meath’s haul on the day, winning the Sean Cleary Memorial Handicap with ‘Firstman’. Meanwhile, odds-on punt ers were sweating as the 1/3 favourite, ‘Comfort Zone’, scraped a win for Jo sephBothO’Brien.thetrainers’ and jockeys’ cham
Top yards and jockeys for Roscommon Races on Monday
bottles to stay warm at night this winter because they won’t be able to afford to turn on their heating in the coming months. Even though one might feel the sample for this survey was quite small, I think at this stage there is considerable evidence around the whole country to support the finding that more than half of respondents in the same nationwide survey are under pressure over monthly mortgage payments. A couple of weeks ago I, like the rest of the country, listened with some feelings of deep unease when Taoiseach Micheál Martin warned
Price gouging
For all of the media coverage and hype around the anniversary of the death of Michael Collins in the last seven days, you will forgive me if I point out this week that the achievements of the man in the area of finance were perhaps the single most important part of his CV that has not got the credit and recognition that it deserves. History has certainly provided us with an outstanding legacy for the career of the man who died so young at Béal na Bláth in 1922, but while his ambition and ability shaped that strong reputation, it was his achievements in the role as the most unlikely finance minister in the history of the State that really showed Collins to be an administrator par excellence. At 29 years of age, Collins was the youngest member in an Irish Cabinet where the average age was 44 – yet he discharged his duties with considerable ease, great courage, incompara ble efficiency and inspired purpose during the Anglo-Irish and civil wars and the almighty chal lenges that came his way. Such achievements by a man so young should never be underestimated.
Collins’ toexceptional,organisationpersonalskillswereallowinghimholdfourmajorpositionssimultaneously,promptinghimtoimposeorderandclarityonaworldofdeepdisorderandconfusion.
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people to brace themselves for further increases in their energy bills. Mr Martin says that the upcoming Budget will help working families to try and cope with the price hikes. There has been considerable media leaking of some of the measures set to be proposed, but for all of the promises of assistance, I think many people are already feeling extreme pressure and trepidation as they try to work out where they are going to get the extra cash for the ESB bill, the supermar ket trolley-load, or deal with the steep costs as sociated with sending a child back to school this The Back Benches
Struggling In the last four weeks we have read in new surveys and polls that nearly eight out of 10 Irish people are struggling to pay monthly household bills like gas and electricity. Some are apparently already getting loans from credit unions to help out. I was simply astonished to read that in a poll of just over 2000 people recently, 70% of those polled thought they would be using hot water
I see evidence each day that prices are still going up at an alarming rate in key areas. The reason for it all is now very much open to several different interpretations. There can be no doubt that the unprecedented war in Ukraine has made heating our homes, buying some foods, and filling up our cars with fuel more and more expensive. Even though there has been some reduction in fuel prices in recent weeks, there is no guarantee that this will not change again. Even after the first round of efforts to help people who are experiencing these financial difficulties, I am not sure if anyone really feels a significant difference.
It is true to say there has been price-cutting of the cost of public transport, reduction of excise duties and VAT on fuel, but there are lots of examples of areas where prices seem to have been raised again just as quickly. In recent times there has been significant evidence of price gouging in key areas as some unscrupulous traders abroad and closer to home moved in and made a killing on the back of poor people by sticking the price up again and taking back for themselves the extra margin that was supposed to be saved. One can only speculate on what the great Mi chael Collins would have had to say about such occurrences or the mess we are in at the moment, but I think most would expect him to have been outraged too. The next Budget is now confronted by severe challenges in its design as it will not only need to be a cost of living Budget, which will focus on areas where people most need help, but also prove that it can adapt and give ongoing supports to people who are in extreme difficulty in trying to pay their bills. Unless this Budget deals firmly with reducing costs in the area of childcare – by helping out working parents – or deals emphatically with cost increases in areas such as public transport and healthcare, there will really be a crisis coming down the line in the autumn. Nobody should doubtHopefully,that. those in authority might learn more from the greatness of Michael Collins in that finance portfolio. Some of our finest historians say Collins’ personal organisation skills were exceptional, allowing him to hold four major po sitions simultaneously, prompting him to impose order and clarity on a world of deep disorder and confusion.It’sattimes like this that we really need these skills back again!
Historians tell us today that his greatest achieve ment in finance was the successful organisa tion of the first national loan scheme. The state records tell us that two million promotional leaflets and 500,000 copies of a shiny new pro spectus to help set up the secretariat for the new government were printed and distributed. More than 50,000 letters were sent to high-net-worth individuals seeking loans. Full-page newspaper advertisements were costed, and €30,000 in today’s money was apparently spent on a new promotional film – even in those days this was exceptionally far-thinking stuff. The scheme was a success. By June 1919, the secretariat of the Dáil had seven new employees, and each of the new government departments were recruiting their own staff. Funding had to be sourced for new overseas diplomats, the planned judicial system, and for other govern ment programmes. It was while reading about this innovative action recently that I began to think of the irony of it all as, one hundred years on from Collins’ death, this country faces financial challenges over and about loans of a different sort in considerable scale heading into the autumn and winter of 2022.
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September – whether at primary, post-primary or third level. For those with multiple children still attending school and trying to pay for accom modation in cities where the prices have already been hiked, it’s an even more treacherous time – and more loans are most definitely on the cards as people prepare to try and deal with such rising costs. The impact the rising cost of living is having on families right across Ireland is now actually scary.
A fundraising walk will be held in Ballina heglish on Sunday, September 4th. The walk will begin at 4 pm, starting at the Church. The aim of the walk is to bring the com munity together for an afternoon of walking and talking, and also to raise funds for the upkeep of the village and community cen tre. Refreshments will be served afterwards in McDermott’s Lounge. The entry fee is €10 per adult or €20 per family. Children may attend for free, but they must be accompanied by adult. Your support would be greatly appreciated.
There was a good turnout for the official launch of the 154th annual Strokestown Agricultural Show at The Percy French Hotel on Friday night last ahead of the event’s post-Covid return on Saturday, September 10th Chairperson John O’Beirne said: “This year we are running a one-day show on Saturday, September 10th on the grounds of Strokestown Park House and are grateful to the Callery family for this is a beautiful setting for a show.“This year we have put all events held over two days in previous years into one day, so we have a very full programme for spectators for just €10 gate entry fee”. The show chairperson detailed the wide range of classes on offer this year with a fantastic schedule that features animal classes, including cattle, horses, ponies, dogs, sheep, etc. There will also be a big emphasis on farm and garden produce, flowers, turf, adult and junior cookery, honey, eggs, jam, adult and junior handcrafts, amateur photography and adult and junior art. This year’s Strokestown Show will also have amuse ments for children as well as live music and a dance floor.
Tony Conry is new General Manager of Roscommon Mart
Announcing the appoint ment, Mark Donnelly, Chairman of Roscommon Mart said: “I am delighted to welcome Tony Conry as General Manager of Roscommon Mart. Tony brings a wealth of experi ence to the position which will stand to him in his new role. On behalf of the board of directors, share holders and myself, I wish Tony the very best of luck, health and happiness on this new journey leading our co-op mart into the future.“Iwant to take this oppor tunity to sincerely thank our outgoing General Manager, Maura Quigley for her loyal and dedicated service in her various roles over the last 45 years and thank her for ensuring that a smooth handover will take place over the next number of weeks. Anyone who is acquainted with Maura knows that she gave Roscommon Mart full commitment and dedication throughout her hard-working career. On behalf of everyone asso ciated with Roscommon Mart, I wish her the very best in the Commentingfuture”.on his ap pointment, Tony Conry said: “I am honoured that I have been given the op portunity to lead Roscom mon Mart into the exciting times ahead for the agri cultural industry. I plan to work with all the directors, shareholders, staff mem bers and stakeholders to maximise the returns for all who support the mart business.“Iwould like to thank Maura Quigley who will guide me through the lead ership transition over the next number of weeks as I settle into my new role”. It is anticipated that Tony Conry will commence his employment with Ro scommon Mart during Oc tober, 2022.
A two-day show in one!
Mary Caldwell, Grainne Mullooly and Maria Dolan pictured in the Percy French Hotel on Friday night for the launch of Strokestown Show. Pic: Mick McCormack John O’Beirne (Strokestown Show Chairperson) and Claudia Gormley (Irish Show Association) pictured in the Percy French Hotel on Friday night for the launch of Strokestown Show. Pic: Mick McCormack Fundraising walk in aid of villageBallinaheglishupkeep
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Entries for this year’s Strokestown Show close on Friday, September 2nd. The show grounds will open at 8 am on Saturday, September 10th and all exhibits must be in by 10 am before judging commences at 10.30 am. The show office is now open and further details about this year’s event are available on 086-4066616 or 0861079495 (Secretary).
*See special feature in next week’s Roscommon People.
Special screening of Michael Collins movie to centenarymark Fine Gael has teamed up with Omniplex Cinema Group to host a screening of Neil Jordan’s biopic ‘Michael Collins’, marking the 100th anniversary of the death of Gen eral Michael Collins. The special screening will take place at 7 pm on Tuesday, the 6th of September, in Omniplex Cinema Roscommon. Eighteen other Omniplex Cinemas across the country will show the movie at the same time. It’s 26 years since the release of the ‘Mi chael Collins’ movie, so for some people this will be the first time they will have a chance to see it on the big screen. Tickets are available for €6 through Event brite. Please note that tickets will not be available from Omniplex. Vatslav Hluchy and Lorcan Flannagan pictured at Saturday’s SFC match between Western Gaels and Clann na nGael. Pic: Bernie O’Farrell
The Board of Directors of Roscommon Co-Op erative Livestock Marts Limited are pleased to an nounce that Tony Conry will become the 5th Gen eral Manager in their 63yearAhistory.resident of Cloon eyquinn, Elphin, Tony Conry will succeed Maura Quigley who will retire from the position having become General Manager in January 2012 and em ployed with the society since October 1977. Following a competitive recruitment process, Tony Conry brings a wide range of skills to the position, having extensive experi ence in the financial and agricultural sectors along with operating a part time farm enterprise. A 2019 business graduate of IIPMM Dublin, Tony’s most recent appointment has been working as a Re gional Sales Manager with LoanITT since 2020.
-Scott Hahn Ph.D., www.salvationhistory.com (courtesy of Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon)
Roscommon University Hospital are looking for volunteers to join their Patient Council to work with Hospital Management and assist staff by providing the patients’ perspective on hospital services. From left: Claire Conlon, Risk Manager and Ursula Morgan, Director of Nursing, Roscommon University Hospital.
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We come to the wedding banquet of heaven by way of humility and charity. This is the fatherly instruction we hear in today’s First Reading, and the message of today’s Gospel.Jesusis not talking simply about good table manners. He is revealing the way of the kingdom, in which the one who would be greatest would be the servant of all (see Luke 22:24–27). This is the way, too, that the Father has shown us down through the ages – filling the hungry, sending the rich away empty, lifting up the lowly, pulling down the proud (see Luke 1:52–53). We again call to mind the Exodus in today’s Psalm –how in His goodness the Lord led the Israelites from imprisonment to prosperity, rained down bread from heaven, made them His inheritance, becoming a “Father ofWeorphans”.nowhave also gained a share of His inheritance. We are to live humbly, knowing we are not worthy to receive from His table (see Luke 6:7; 15:21). We are to give alms, remembering we were ransomed from sin by the price of His blood (see 1 Corinthians 6:19–20).
Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon/Galway Claire Kerrane has written to both the Minister for Rural Development and the Minister for Mental Health seeking the inclu sion of a joint funding stream for Men’s Sheds in the upcoming Budget. Deputy Kerrane said: “Previously, a specific stream of funding for Men’s Sheds was available under the Department of Rural and Community Development. This meant that Men’s Sheds had a guaranteed funding stream. However, this has since ended. “We now have a situation where Men’s Sheds have to find alternative funding streams, apply (and some ap plications can be extremely time-consuming), and then hope for the best, with no guarantee of being awarded such grants – and all the time having to pay for the run ning costs of their Shed, including what can often be high insurance costs. “Men’s Sheds provide a space for men, some who may be retired or living alone, including in isolated rural communities. We are also seeing a number of Women’s Sheds now being established. “There is a really important health, well-being and mental health benefit to these Sheds and this should be acknowledged.“Suchfunding would support over 450 Sheds across our communities. I hope that this will be supported and introduced as part of the upcoming Budget”, conclud ed Deputy Kerrane.
The Lord promises that if we are humble we will be exalted and find favour with God; that if we are kind to those who can never repay us, we will atone for sins and find blessing in the resurrection of the righteous. We anticipate the fulfilment of those promises in every Eucharist, today’s Epistle tells us. In the Mass, we enter the festal gathering of the angels and the firstborn children of God. It is the liturgy of the heavenly Jerusalem in which Jesus is the high priest, the King who calls us to come up higher (see Proverbs 25:6–7).
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HospitalRoscommonPatient Council? tient Council who will work with the Hospital Management team and meet bi-monthly with a minimum of six meetings per calendar year. “We welcome applica tions from anyone inter ested in joining the Pa tient Council. We would particularly like to hear from people who have had direct contact with our hospital as a patient or relative and would like to contribute to improving the patients’ experience in Roscommon University Hospital.“Ifyou are interested in volunteering for the Pa tient Council or would like to find out more about what the role entails, please contact Ursula Morgan by September 7th on 090-6632271, loneUniversityoforursula.morgan@hse.ieemailwritetotheDirectorNursing,RoscommonHospital,AthRoad,Roscommon”.
Volunteers now being sought Roscommon University Hospital (RUH) is cur rently looking for vol unteers to be part of the Patient Council for the hospital. The aim of the Patient Council is to work with hospital staff to iden tify current and future opportunities to improve the care experience for patients, families and car egivers when using the services of Roscommon University Hospital. The Council serves in an advisory capacity, making recommendations which will endeavour to embed the patient voice through out the organisation and for that voice to be incor porated in organisational activities.Ursula Morgan, Direc tor of Nursing, Roscom mon University Hospital said: “The Patient Council plays a key role in helping us shape what we do and how we do it. It is a valued link with the community we serve and assists our staff greatly by providing a patient’s perspective on the services we provide. “We are looking for new volunteers to join our Pa
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Kay Blackwell, Katie Doyle and Ann and Feidhlim Rabbitte pictured at the Roscommon Agricultural Show which was held on Hannon’s grounds last Saturday.
Colm Dennigan from Kilbride pictured at last Saturday’s Roscommon Agricultural Show which was held on Hannon’s grounds in Roscommon.
Cllr. Liam Callaghan says that if Frenchpark Post Office closes it will have a serious impact on footfall in the village. He was speaking amid reports that Frenchpark Post Office is set to close when the current postmistress Yvonne Mitchell retires. It is understood that the closure could take effect next month and is set to proceed despite the Mitchell family expressing an interest in continuing with the contract. Cllr. Callaghan said that the Mitchell family have provided a great service in Frenchpark with both their shop and post office over the years. He added: “If the post office closes it will have a serious impact on the footfall in the village and many of the local businesses will struggle to sur vive”.
Adrian Murray and Jim and Mary Banahan pictured enjoying their day at the 50th Roscommon Agricultural Show which took place last Saturday. Photo: Mick McCormack
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Padraig Smith from Ahascragh pictured with the Champion Young Horse of Roscommon Agricultural Show which took place last Saturday. Photo: Mick McCormack
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Cllr. Callaghan (Fine Gael) says he will be seeking an update from An Post and demanding that the contract be readvertised, especially when there is a suitable premises available in the town.“Frenchpark Post Office brings in a large catchment area and the idea that customers will have to relocate to Castlerea or Ballaghaderreen is totally unacceptable at this time. This decision is also at odds with An Post’s policy ‘New Vision for Rural Com munities’ Cllr. Callaghan concluded.
Dismay over planned closure of Frenchpark PO
Steph, Ethan and Rose Banks and Paul King pictured last Saturday at the Roscommon Agricultural Show which was held on Hannon’s grounds. Photo: Mick McCormack
Pictured are some of the volunteers that were helping out last Saturday during the Roscommon Agricultural Show. Photo: Mick McCormack
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Former Senator Terry Leyden, Cllr. Orla Leyden and Cathaoirleach of Roscommon Council, Cllr. Tom Crosby pictured at the 50th Roscommon Agricultural Show which took place last Saturday. Photo: Mick McCormack
Two Show Judges pictured last Saturday at the 50th Anniversary Roscommon Agricultural Show which was held on Hannon’s grounds in Roscommon.
Andrew Tate, the manosphere, and the line between free speech and inciting hate
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Roscommon Dear Editor, This is not an old issue but one that has never been addressed in Roscommon. I refer to the un lawful parking in the disabled bays in Roscom mon town. I have seen this happen first-hand with people just parking in them – no blue badge displayed – then popping into the shops and out again. It doesn’t matter if it’s only for a minute – attitude
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Yours sincerely, Mags Bradley Reader’s frustration over unlawful parking in disabled bays
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parking in these bays is illegal. If you can display your tax and insurance you can display your blue badge if you have one. I personally saw a farmer park his big jeep in the bay across from the Ulster Bank last week. I said to him ‘you can’t park in those bays’ and I was told in no uncertain terms to ‘f**k off’ and mind my own business. I can see no reason why Roscommon Gardaí cannot start cracking down on this issue and ensure Roscommon town has a strict no parking policy in these bays if no blue badge is displayed. The mandatory fine of €150 should be issued.People need these bays to be kept clear for them. If motorists continue to misuse them then they can take the consequences of illegally park ing in these locations and maybe if they have to do so it will curb people’s selfish misuse of these bays. Yours sincerely, Damien Hogan your letters to: Abbey Street, Roscommon Town. Fax: (090) 66 34303 or email: news@roscommonpeople.ie message because he felt the ban went in the name of free speech – and he’s not alone in that opinion. However, it is naive to think this is a matter of censorship; it’s a matter of impeding the dangerous promotion of violence and incitation of hatred. No one is denying that we’re allowed to have different opinions, but promoting vio lent misogyny to an impres sionable audience when you are fully aware of how much influence you hold over them is another thing altogether. We know the real-world harm that manosphere discourse can have. We cannot be more in terested in protecting a bigot’s right to spread bigotry than we are in protecting people’s actualTate’swell-being.ban,apositive step though it is, has not erased his impact. His influence lives on in the clips that his fans con tinue to circulate online, fans who talk about carrying on his legacy in his absence. In a strange and deeply worrying way, this ban has martyred him.This whole ordeal, and the damage done by manosphere discourse in general, ought to teach us that we need healthy online communities for vulnerable young men to turn to that aren’t rooted in male superiority and violent misogyny, because if we don’t, it’s only a matter of time before the next Andrew Tate pops up.
Let’s talk about ... Alannah Ita Healy CENSORSHIP AND THE MANOSPHERE (A student’s perspective) the social ladder) to full-blown ‘incel’ culture. For anyone unaware of the term, ‘incel’ (meaning involuntarily celibate) refers to members of an online community of young men, united in their advocation for male supremacy and the view that their lack of sexual suc cess is the fault of woman kind – whom they view as a money-hungry, promiscuous, and manipulative monolith. The incel community is one of the most clear-cut examples of how manosphere discourse can lead to real-world harm, with there having been several instances of incels committing suicide after being encouraged by fellow incels, or going on violent rampages and killing dozens of people in the name of the so-called ‘incel rebel lion’.Not only does content under the manosphere umbrella present an obvious danger for women (given the blatant, and often violent, misogyny at play), it is also clear that the content is designed to target vulnerable young men who are unhappy in their lives – be it due to a lack of sexual suc cess, perceived social inferior ity, etc. Male mental health is already not given enough space in public discourse, and it is certainly not helped that the loudest voices in the male self-help sphere are from people like Tate. Tate’s audi ence is dominated by young men who want to emulate the success and confidence he boasts about having. Instead, they become deeply influ enced by him, and internalise the extreme and dangerous misogyny he promotes. Despite the ban, Tate was able to share one ‘final mes sage’ to social media via the Twitter account of fellow internet personality Jake Paul. Though Paul had publicly crit icised Tate earlier this month, he explained he posted Tate’s ‘New rules’ and Rose of Tralee not so ‘bloomin’ great’? Co.Carrick-on-Shannon,Roscommon Dear Editor, It’s all very lovey-dovey, fuzzy-wuzzy, trendybendy and pseudo-inclusive supporting the ‘new rules, all-inclusive Rose of Tralee’ competition, which is “bloomin’ great” according to Miriam Kerins (Roscommon People, August 19th). Ms Kerins welcomes what she calls a “bold and progressive move” – extending the age up to 29 years, allowing married women, and those who identify as women to enter The Rose of Tralee competition.Forthepast two years, we have been bom barded by the media’s ‘follow the science’ mantra. So let’s apply that same mantra now to the transgender issue. Females have two X chromosomes and males have one X and one Y chromosome. That’s science. No amount of synthetic hormones, ‘bottom or top surgery’, or GRCs (Gender Recognition Certs) can change our DNA. Having self-identified as being of a different gender to one’s birth gender, or even medically ‘transitioned’, a DNA sample of even a hair on their heads will have two X chromo somes for a female and one X and one Y for a male. Fact! ‘Bob’s your uncle’ as the saying goes…he is never your aunt. Are we to follow the mantra, but only when it suits the agreed narrative? Are we to totally dis credit the scientific evidence of DNA, a science which reaches the ‘Gold Standard’ of crime-solv ing? For this self-identification ideology to work, do the rest of us have to identify as being stupid or naive by ignoring the science? Applying similar ‘logic’ to the self-identification phenomenon, why can’t a woman of 59 years say, self-identify as 29 years to enter The Rose of Tralee, or a 12-year-old self-identify as 18 years old to buy a lottery ticket, arguably less harmful? When there are enough transgender women in this country, let them have their own competition.
Andrew Tate
Influencer Andrew Tate made headlines yet again this week when news broke that he had been banned across all major social media platforms. Over the span of the few days, Tate’s massive online following – comprising 11 billion TikTok views, 4.7 million Instagram followers, 4 million Twitter followers, millions of Facebook interac tions, and almost 800,000 YouTube subscribers – was disbanded. However, neither he, nor his influence, has gone awayPriorcompletely.tothisstring of bans, Tate’s name had been flood ing online discourse for sev eral weeks. A self-described misogynist, Tate gained his recent widespread online relevance on the back of sev eral different clips that began circulating across the various social media platforms, but particularly on TikTok. In these clips, Tate refers to women as men’s physical and financial property, suggests rape victims “bear responsi bility” for their attacks, admits to dating 18/19-year-olds so he can “make an imprint on them”, and frequently talks about hitting and choking women. This is not to men tion what has been reported about Tate beyond these clips, such as the fact that he is cur rently under investigation for both human trafficking and rapeTatecharges.roseto prominence in 2016 following a controver sial Big Brother appearance, and in the years following, he focused on cultivating his on line audience. Tate marketed himself as a ‘self-help guru’ for young men, his content occupying an online space known as the ‘manosphere’. The manosphere refers to a subsection of the internet dedicated to the promo tion of hypermasculinity and misogyny. The type of content found within the manosphere ranges widely, covering everything from ‘alpha male’ content (which promotes pick-up culture and hypermasculinity to young men as a means of climbing
The things people say… “As we mark the 100th anniversary of the death of Michael Collins there is no doubt that he is a worthy hero for our country…ultimately Michael Collins is one of the key fathers of Irish independence and one of the great figures of our history. He believed that an Ireland which controlled its own destiny could achieve remarkable things” -Taoiseach Micheál Martin leads tributes to Michael Collins during a series of commemorations held to mark the centenary of Collins’ death
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Previously underperforming Manchester Unit ed, who recovered from a very poor start to the new Premier League season by winning Monday night’s game against great rivals Liverpool, a real confidence booster for the Old Trafford club Kevin McStay, with the former Roscommon GAA manager and long-time Roscommon town resident appointed as new manager of the Mayo football team It’s been a BAD week for… Minister of State Robert Troy, who remains under pressure amid furore over his failure to fully comply with all requirements in respect of declara tion of property interests People who are struggling to come to terms with the imminent return of the school year, i.e. (some) parents and (some) children! The community in Frenchpark, after it emerged that the local post office is set to close, possibly as early as next month (this, on the occasion of the retirement of popular postmistress Yvonne Mitchell, and despite a willingness by members of the Mitchell family to continue to run the vital local service)
As reported in a recent edition of the Roscommon People, the cause has a strong local connection as local man, James Creaton, underwent a successful heart transplant in late 2020. Organisers say they were extremely pleased with public support for the event.
Shane, Jack and Liam Fleming pictured at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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Westmeath woman Rachel Duffy, who was crowned the 2022 Rose of Tralee on Tuesday night (well done also to Roscommon Rose, Bernie Ryan, who did her county proud) Irish stars Cillian Murphy and Graham Nor ton, who are among the nominees for this year’s National Television Awards in the UK, with Derry Girls also shortlisted Golfing great Padraig Harrington, who just can’t stop winning on the PGA Champions Tour in America, well, except for when he finishes runnerup (his latest win makes it two wins and four second-placed finishes in ten events since he joined the seniors’ tour)
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There was a large turnout at the recent fundraising Tractor/Truck/Vintage Car Run in Loughglynn in aid of the Heart & Lung Transplant Unit in the Mater Hospital, Dublin.
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Goal-happy St Brigid’s, who put four three-point ers past defending Roscommon senior football champions Padraig Pearses to send a warning to all and sundry that the Kiltoom club are intent on regaining number one status
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Poetry In The Park takes place this Saturday, the 27th of August at Loughnaneane Park, Roscommon. People wishing to attend will meet at 2 pm at the Am phitheatre and you can park your car at the Castle Street entrance.Poetryin the Park is an opportunity for poets and lov ers of poetry to meet, to share their favourite poems, and to socialise once a month from April to September 2022. There will be a short walk, with stops along the way for the reading of poems and immediately after the walk the group will retire to a local cafe for refreshments, maybe some more poetry readings, and plenty of chat. You can bring along a poem that you have written, you can bring along a poem you love, or you can come along with no poems in tow and simply enjoy the walk and the poems.There is no charge for these events and no requirement to book. However, it would be helpful to have an idea in advance of the expected numbers, so do please let Gerry Boland know if you’re coming along, either by email (roscwir@gmail.com) or by phone (087-6397557). Ger ry will also answer any queries you may have.
Poetry in the Park this Saturday
The Ox Mountain Trio, a nationally-acclaimed mu sical group who perform traditional Irish music, are set to perform live at 8.30 pm on Saturday, Septem ber 3rd, in the Coleman Music Centre Theatre. The Ox Mountain Trio is made up of three perform ers – Siobhan O’Donnell, Stephen Doherty and David Doocey. Siobhán O’Donnell is a singer and bodhrán player who comes from a Sligo fam ily steeped in traditional music, and as such, she is greatly influenced by South Sligo style. She will be joined on the night by Foxford musicians Ste phen Doherty on whistle, flute and accordion, and fiddle player David Doocey.Thistrio perform together regularly, and hold a veritable collection of medals and awards. A great night of music and song is guaranteed when they perform in Gurteen nextTicketweek.are on sale and selling fast. To book yours, call 071 9182599 or colemanirishmusic.com.visit
One of the highlights of the summer/autumn season was the return of Roscommon Drama Group’s presentation of ‘A Lone Furrow’, a period play written specially for the Group by local man Tommy Murray. It told the story of Aleen Cust, the first fe male veterinary surgeon in Brit ain and Ireland, who was based in Athleague some one hundred yearsEvenago.though she had success fully completed her studies at Edinburgh Veterinary College, the Royal Council of Veterinary Surgeons would not allow her to sit their professional Diploma, just because she was a woman. In his beautifully written play, Murray exposes the long strug gle she had to be recognised and the vital part that local vet Wil liam Byrne had in helping her to achieve her goal, by appointing her as his Veterinary Assistant. Murray also recreates the hostile reception she received from the local parish priest, who thought that she would give scandal to the women of the parish by per forming her veterinary duties on animals.With a cast of twenty-three players and a large backstage crew, the play ran for three
Boyle Musical Society rehearsals begin Rehearsals for Boyle Musical Society’s forthcoming pro duction of ‘Guys & Dolls’ will start on Monday, Septem berThey5th.will be held in St. Joseph’s Hall in Boyle, from 8 pm. All are welcome. This will be the Society’s 37th musical and the first since ‘Sister Act’ in 2019. It will be staged in St. Joseph’s Hall from Wednesday, November 23rd to Saturday, Novem berFor26th.more details on Boyle Musical Society, please visit www.boylemusicalsociety.com or look out on Facebook and in the local media for updates.
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Aleen Cust Memorial Society members, from left: Donal Connolly, Dinkie and John Harold-Barry, Ascinta Kilroy, Brendan Gardiner and James Linnane, pictured at the Aleen Cust Centenary Conference at Mountbellew Agricultural College. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin
A Lone Furrow: Amateur drama at its best nights to packed audiences at Roscommon Arts Centre. It was expertly co-directed by two experienced hands, Brigeen Fitzmaurice and Tom Costello, and the audiences witnessed superb performances from the largeCarolcast.Murray as Aleen Cust gave a well-balanced and controlled performance. Ber nie Maher as Aleen’s house keeper, Mary, won the hearts of the audiences from the be ginning, and gave a virtuoso performance right through to the final scene. Aidan Flana gan as William Byrne played his role in a good-humoured and emotional style, while Joe Fahey as the parish priest was a forceful presence any time he stepped on stage. Majella Flanagan gave a beautifully judged performance as the aristocratic Lady Cust, and Jimmy Hoban was an apt choice as her short-lived hus band, Leopold. The rest of the cast gave very believable performances in a myriad of supporting roles. The cast members in support ing roles included Jim Conlon, Emma Fitzmaurice, Vincent Pierse, Geraldine Hoban, Steve Gregary, Kevin Woods, Will Keane, John F Hanley, Michael Oates, Gerry Browne, Marie Conroy, Joe Fahey, John Burns, Pat Compton, Tommy Farrell, John McGrath, Tom Costello, Frank Nally and Aideen Mc Conn. All in all, this was a superb example of community cooperation in action, and it was fitting that it should be brought to us in the context of the cente nary celebrations of Aleen Cust finally getting her professional Diploma.Theplay was staged with support from Roscommon Co. Council and Creative Ireland.
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Roscommon Drama Group’s presentation of ‘A Lone Furrow’, a period play written specially for the Group by local man Tommy Murray, and staged at Roscommon Arts Centre over three nights, featured a cast of twenty-three players and a large backstage crew.
Cllr. Eileen Mannion, Leas-Cathaoirleach, Galway Co. Council; Marie Mannion, Heritage Officer, Galway Co. Council; Cllr. Michael Connolly, Moylough and Cllr. Evelyn Parsons, Ballinasloe, pictured at the Aleen Cust Centenary Conference at Mountbellew Agricultural College. Pic: Gerard O’Loughlin
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Brian Junior, Brian Senior and Archie Keenan pictured making a presentation to Willie Mullins’ representative after ‘Idol’ won the Brian Keenan on course INH Flat Race at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Smiling faces at the Roscommon Races
Pictured at the Roscommon Races recently were Ali Mae, Brendan and Zara Doolin. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the Roscommon races recently were Gerard Dunne and Michael Geoghegan. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Saoirse McDonagh, Aoibhín Moore and Dervla McDonagh pictured at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Pictured at the Roscommon Races recently were Anne Gormley and Bernie Keegan. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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Michael and Aisling O’Connor pictured at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Barbara and Lydia Jones pictured at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Frances and Joe Carrick pictured at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Gretta Goodwin and Jacinta Crehan pictured at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Paula Keane and Mary Seymour pictured at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
Loretta Finan, Grainne, Jack and Grace Coogan pictured at the Roscommon Races recently. Pic: Michelle Hughes Walsh
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Toddler who died in tragic accident laid to rest
The people of County Roscommon have rallied around the devastated family of 21-month-old Brandon Thom as Byrne who tragically died in a road traffic collision outside Ballinagare on Friday last. The boy (1) was laid to rest in Dublin on Tuesday.
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Will-power: You can leave a legacy which shapes the future!
Roscommon’s Jack Carty has been named as Connacht Rugby captain for the 202223Oneseason.ofthe all-time Connacht greats, Carty was named as on-field captain for a large number of fixtures last season while supported by club captain Jarrad Butler who has held the role since 2018. He will be supported by Butler and Bundee Aki who will act as vice-captains for the season. Jack has made 180 appearances for the club and is on track to surpass Eric El wood as Connacht’s all-time points scorer during the forthcoming season. Commenting on the announcement, Jack Carty said: “It’s a huge honour to become club captain of my home province. I first walked through the doors as a 14-year-old and if you said to me that I would play for Connacht never mind captaining the team, I would have laughed at you. “None of this would ever have been possible if it wasn’t for my family, friends and teammates. It’s an incred ibly humbling moment, and with that comes responsibility to ensure we proudly represent the people of Con nacht, whether they are here in the actual province or in one of the four corners of the world – which we strive to do!” he continued. “I can’t wait to get back on the pitch again to lead in the best way possible – by performing”.
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It is understood that Brandon and his parents had been holidaying in the West Roscommon village when the tragedyGardaíoccurred.andemergency services were called to the scene near Ballinagare just after 9 am on Friday morn ing after a jeep collided with the infant. The boy was treated at the scene but was pronounced dead shortly afterwards. His body was taken to Univer sity Hospital Galway where a postmortem was held. Local politicians have expressed the heartbreak of the stunned community following the tragedy, with many declarations of support and sympathy extended the the grieving family. A family liaison officer has been ap pointed to support the family at this time. Brandon is mourned by his parents Louise Kehir and Andrew Byrne, grandparents, uncles, further relatives andReposalfriends.at the family home was followed by remov al to the Church of St. Philip the Apostle in Clonsilla, Dublin on Tuesday. Funeral Mass was followed by burial in Mulhuddart Cemetery.
September is ‘My Legacy Month’
Jack Carty named Connacht Rugby captain
Gerry Flanagan, John Larkin and Tom Flanagan (all related to Fr Flanagan) pictured at the official opening of the Fr Flanagan Visitor Centre in Ballymoe on Sunday afternoon.
Thomas J Lynch (Boystown), Fr Steven Boes (Boystown, fourth successor to Fr Flanagan), Bishop Kevin Doran (Bishop of Elphin), Fr Pat O’Toole and Cllr Anthony Waldron pictured with local children under a life-sized statue of Fr Flanagan, in the Fr Flanagan Memorial Garden, Ballymoe, on Sunday afternoon. Pic: Mick McCormack
My Legacy Month is a reminder to people in Ro scommon to use Septem ber to put their affairs in order, and if circumstances allow, make a contribution to the future of local com munities.TheCommunity Founda tion for Ireland says lega cies, either in a will or a ‘letter of wishes’, offer an opportunity for people to continue contributing to causes which they are passionate about to ensure future generations will live in thriving local communi ties.People who wish to leave a gift are being invited to support The Community Foundation which will ensure future support goes where the need is greatest but with a particular focus in fourEmpoweringareas: Genera tions, an opportunity to support people across all age groups whether strengthening young voic es or standing up for the rights of older persons. Inclusive Communities, ensuring equality for all by leaving a gift for our mi grant, Traveller or LBTI+ communities and others who are too often left on the sidelines or brushed aside.Accelerating Change, which supports groundbreaking work across a range of issues like pro moting cross-border civil society partnerships or shaping national debates on issues like poverty by supporting world-class re search.Sustainable Futures, which facilitates donors who want to be part of the response to the biggest challenges of our time, the climate and biodiversity emergencies.DeniseCharlton, Chief Executive of The Com munity Foundation for Ire land says: “Making a will, putting affairs in order and planning for the future is something all of us have a habit of putting on the long finger. My Legacy Month, which is being marked right through September, is a reminder that these are things we should not con tinue avoiding, but for ease of mind should get to grips with.“Taking action now not only prevents future un certainty and confusion in families but also is an opportunity to show your intention to continue to support causes which you have held dear throughout your life. Many of those causes can help commu nities in Roscommon and a legacy can ensure they thrive into the future for the benefit of your younger loved ones”. Denise Charlton, Chief Executive of The Community Foundation for Ireland.
The document warns that there is now a real risk of serious oversupply of highend properties with in excess of 75,000 apartment schemes currently granted planning permission.
The joint submission says there has been so much intervention in the market that some landlords are holding properties out of the market and it predicts that new legislation in June this year increasing the notice periods for termination will hasten the exit of small landlords from the mar ket.It proposes that on re-renting when a tenant leaves, landlords should be al lowed to charge market rent, and it calls for rental income to be treated as relevant income for pension purposes and capital loan repayments should be available for pension relief.
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An artist’s impression of the new Monksland ‘Life Science Hub’ which is set to be opened in 2023.
Mary Conway, Chair of IPOA and Pat Davitt, CEO of IPAV, submitting joint pre-Budget proposals to the Minister of Finance aimed at addressing the failures in the residential rental market. Pic: Paul Sherwood
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“The State cannot afford to allow funds with annual rental profits of hundreds of millions of euro to operate on a tax-free basis whilst their smaller private counter parts pay tax at up to 55 per cent,” it says. The new rate of tax should be funded by applying the rate to all landlords, includ ing investment funds/REITS. It says historically private landlords looked to securing an independent source of pension income from their rental prop erties “but the risks and exposures for (private) landlords have changed dramat ically since 2006”.
Throughout the years the awards have grown to become one of the most important dates in calendars across Athlone and its environs, rec ognising the innovation, talent, qual ity and entrepreneurial spirit of busi nesses and the people within Athlone. While many of the categories will remain unchanged, there are some changes which recognise the efforts of the business community in areas such as digitalisation and climate action, full details of which are now available on the Athlone Chamber website. For further information in relation to the Athlone Business Awards 2022, contact Gerry McInerney, CEO, Ath lone Chamber on info@athlonecham ber.ie
Growth projections reveal that the new Monksland ‘Life Sciences Hub’ has the capacity to create 125 jobs over a three-year pe riod, based on current de mand conditions. The new facility will pro vide a co-working space, training facilities and a soft landing space for companies starting out in this recognised Life Sci ences nucleus. The build ing will become part of an overall network of themat ic hubs in the county along with Boyle and Castlerea. The overall budget of €3,668,734 is supported by a grant of €2,751,544 from Minister Hum phreys’ Department and the project is currently out for tender with anticipated construction work com mencing later this year and expected to be com pleted by the third quarter of 2023.The planned facility builds upon the high-level entrepreneurial spirit in the county, with 94% of Roscommon’s overall business being microenterprise driven. The project will offer local graduates the opportunity to return to a start-up, sup portive, attractive environ ment.The project sees Ro scommon County Council working in Partnership with the Department of Rural & Community De velopment refurbishing an existing disused building adjacent to the M6 Dublin to Galway motorway at Monksland into an Inno vation Hub. The project is being de veloped in conjunction with the Monksland Town Team and local businesses linking with the local au thority’s ‘Global Rossie’ strategy to potentially maximise opportunities for UK businesses into a local EU network, postBrexit.University of the Shan non (TUS, formerly Ath lone Institute of Technol ogy) are supportive of the proposal to develop the Monksland site.HumphreysingrantedplanningFeasibilitying14,000CouncilRoscommonfacility.Countypurchasedthesquarefootbuildin2017,basedonaReport.Part8permissionwasin2018.EarlierJuly,MinisterHeathervisitedthe
A new tax rate of 25 per cent, inclusive of USC and PRSI, a reduction in Capital Acquisitions Tax and the ability for land lords to charge market rent on re-renting properties are among the measures being recommended in a joint Pre-Budget sub mission to government made on Wednes day by IPAV, the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers and IPOA, the Irish Property Owners’ Association, to help stem the flow of private landlords from the market.
The Athlone Business Awards 2022 was launched by Athlone Chamber of Commerce at the Radisson Blu Hotel recently.
The Athlone Business Awards 2022 was launched by Athlone Chamber of Commerce at the Radisson Blu Hotel recently. This year’s gala awards cer emony will take place on Saturday, 22nd of October, also at the Radisson Blu Hotel, SpeakingAthlone.atthelaunch, the Cham ber President, Alan Shaw called on businesses to commence submitting nominations ahead of the 9th of Sep tember deadline through the Athlone Chamber website. He stated: “This business event is Athlone’s most prestigious and suc cessful. Athlone Chamber of Com merce is no stranger when it comes to recognising and rewarding those in business and in our community who push out the boundaries and lead in the 15 key award categories that are set out in this year’s Athlone Business Awards”.Alsospeaking at the launch, the CEO of Athlone Chamber Gerry McInerney said: “We are delighted to be launch ing the Athlone Business Awards 2022, especially given the challenges that have been faced by businesses and communities over the last two years. The theme of these awards will be resilience and innovation, and we look forward to seeing the details of the nominations once they start to come through over the coming weeks. We would also like to thank our local sponsors for their generous support and promotion of this event”.
The full range of competitions (and the respective prize funds on offer for each) can be found on the show’s website,Anotherelphinshow.com.drawoftheElphin Agricultural Show is the myriad of family fun events taking place on the day. This year, these include jive lessons and competitions (courtesy of Gerald Butler), exhibitions and talks, bouncy castles, a bonny baby competition, the Little Miss and Master competitions, a parent and child lookalike competition, and competitions for the title of Miss Teen Elphin 2022, Most Glamorous Granny, Most Ap propriately Dressed Lady, and Best Dressed Gentlemen. Kiltimagh Pet Farm will be there on the day with some furry friends in tow, and there will also be a performance at 1 pm by magician Andy James, who has performed for the likes of Simon Cowell and Sir Richard Branson!
In addition to all these events, the day will be rounded off with the Show Dance, which takes place from 9.30 pm until late in An Bothar Rua. Music on the night will be provided by accomplished singer and Ballaghader reen native Regina McDermott. Admission cost is €10 per person. A Monster Raffle will also take place during the Show Dance, with over €2,000 in prizes up for grabs. First prize is a weanling heifer (or cash equivalent), second prize is a Kilronan Castle experience (a one night’s stay for two people, including breakfast, a six-course evening meal in the award-winning Douglas Hyde Restaurant, treatments in the Elemis Spa, and complementary access to the Themal Suites), third prize is €200, fourth prize is €100, and fifth and sixth prize is €50. Many more prizes will be available on the night. Tickets cost €10 each, or €20 for three, and can be bought online ahead of the show.Theupcoming 43rd Elphin Agricultural Show is set to be a wonderful event, jam-packed with events for all the family. For more information, visit the show’s website, elphinshow.ie, or find the show on Facebook and Twitter.
Ronan Mulligan and Kathleen Regan pictured with ‘Bonny Baby’ Ava Marie Mulligan at the Elphin Agricultural Show in 2019. Pic: Mick McCormack Ava and Chloe Connellan pictured at the Elphin Agricultural Show in 2019. Pic: Mick McCormack
F ollowing a two-year hiatus due to Covid restrictions, the Elphin Agricultural Show returns for its 43rd staging this weekend. The show will take place at the El phin Mart grounds on Saturday, August 27th.
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The show was officially launched earlier on Thursday, August 11th, in An Bothar Rua. The show chairperson, Thomas Gormley, spoke at the launch, outlining this year’s programme and giving thanks to the show’s sponsors. He said he hopes that following the two-year absence, the upcoming show will be able to match the success of previous years.
“I hope everyone who attends will have an enjoyable day, as you will receive a céad míle fáilte”, he said. “We look forward to a fine day for the Elphin Agricultural Show”.Theprogramme of events for this year’s show is jam-packed. In addition to the wide selection of special events going on, there are a range of competitions taking place, with €40,000 in prize money up for grabs. Competitions and classes are set to run for cattle, sheep, dogs, horses, ponies, pets and poultry, farm and garden produce, cookery, handcrafts, and photography.
26 Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 Tom CrosbyStrokestown/BoyleElectoralAreaMOBILE0866005530www.tomcrosby.iefacebook.com/tomcrosbytwitter.com/cllrtomcrosbyCathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council 43rd Annual Elphin Agricultural Show Saturday, August 27th DEAD & WORN-OUT ANIMALSWORN-OUT Contact TOM ROGERS Strokestown, Co. Roscommon Tel. (071) 96 34783 and (071) 96 33344 Your LOCAL Collector –– Guaranteed lowest price Best wishes to Elphin Show from Lisduff, Elphin, Co. Roscommon. Available consultationsfor M: 086 8887897 Cllr. Valerie Byrne cllrvbyrne@roscommoncoco.ie Proud sponsors of the Elphin Agricultural Show Wishing Elphin Show Society every success on the 43rd Elphin Agricultural Show T: 090 6626657 E: loans@roscommoncu.ie W: roscommoncu.ie Serving members in l Roscommon l Ballaghaderreen l Elphin l Strokestown Mobile: 086 1914565 Michael Please ring the Constituency Office to make an appointment, 11 Castleview Terrace, Castle St , Roscommon F42 Y181 Tel: 090 66 www.michaelfitzmaurice.ie28479 Fitzmaurice TD Wishing Elphin Show every success PADRAIC DURKAN & ASSOCIATES Main Street, Elphin, Co. Roscommon Agricultural Consultants & Financial Advisers (Farm Accounts & Financial Planning) Email: padraic.durkan1@gmail.com For further information contact office: 071 9630037 Applications for New Acres Scheme - NOW OPEN
27Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 43rd Annual Elphin Agricultural Show Saturday, August 27th 0861052197 JoeCouncillorMurphy Email: cllrjmurphy@roscommoncoco.ieScramogue,Strokestown,Co.Roscommon Best wishes and every success to Elphin Show from Carrick Kitchen Centre, Hartley Business Park, Carrick on Shannon, Co.N41LeitrimCX98 l Full Day Care l Playschool l All Goverment scheme provided Opening hours 8 am to 6pm All staff fully qualified & experienced ChatterlandPlayschool&Creche Palace Walk, Elphin, Co. Roscommon TELEPHONE: 071 96 30923 HanlyProp:AineWynne Best wishes and every success to Elphin Show from To visit our showroom in Carrick on Shannon, give us a call on 071 9616006 Members of the Elphin Agricultural Show Society pictured at the launch of this year’s show. Photo courtesy of Elphin Show Facebook. (Above) ‘Bonny Baby’ Rhiane Frain pictured with mum Vivianne at the Elphin Agricultural Show in 2019. Pic: Mick McCormack (Right) Katie Hunt, Ava and Chloe Connellan pictured at the Elphin Agricultural Show in 2019. Pic: Mick McCormack Annual AgriculturalElphinShow 43rd Saturday, August 27th
The ICMSA leader said there was a real danger that politicians were now “throwing out ideas” that were doing more harm than good.
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The topics for discus sion on the day focused on CAP, wool, environ ment and sheep produc tion.Speakers included rep resentatives from Tea gasc, Sheep Ireland, Gil rane & Associates, Future Cast, EweKnit, as well as environmentalist Dolores Byrne.“Events such as these are a great opportunity to bring together our coun terparts and share knowl edge and expertise in the interests of all sheep farmers,” he Concluding,said.Kevin Co miskey said it’s important that both organisations continue to engage for the improvement of the sheep sector across the island of Ireland.
“It was the Government that an nounced that we had to move past talking and into action and – that being the case – it’s really time for ministers themselves to stop thinking out loud and come back instead with some hard and logical proposals”.
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“Following prolonged negotiations, significant progress has been made and the impact the regulation has on trade has been substantially reduced to focus on higher risk animals only – cows, and males over 36 months of age”.
Farmers cannot bear any additional TB costs – IFA Edel and Cian O’Reilly and Mary Mullen pictured at the Roscommon Agricultural Show last Saturday.
IFA Animal Health Chairman TJ Maher has spoken about new EU regulations requiring animals moving from farm to farm or through the marts to be tested within a certain timeframe. He said: “Initially, the requirements of the new regulations were to come into play in January 2022, on all animals moving without a TB test in the previous six months and without a herd test within the previous six months.
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IFA Sheep Chairman Kevin Comiskey recent ly hosted the UFU Hill Sheep Committee on two farms in Co. Leitrim. Speaking after the event, he said the discussions were an important oppor tunity to cover a variety of topics impacting the sheep sector and the key factors associated with sheep production.
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The Animal Health Chairman added: “Payment of the additional testing is a red line issue for us, and the long-stand ing position of the IFA Animal Health committee is that farmers only pay for one annual TB test per year. Any other additional statutory testing obligations or TB control programme requirements must be paid for by the Department. This position has not changed.
“The Financial Working Group of the TB Forum has not agreed on the pay ment of the additional testing require ments and the implementation of the reg ulation has been deferred until February 2023. The IFA policy is clear that until there is an agreement within the Finan cial Working Group, the regulation must not be implemented,” he concluded.
There was a larger entry of stock presented for sale on August 18th, with a notable increase in the number of bullocks and heifers presented. The bullock ring witnessed prices reach €2460, while the heifers topped out at €1870. The lighter stores at tracted a lot of farmer interest, with the quality stores reaching some very fancy prices. The dry cow ring, with less numbers on offer, witnessed prices reach €2450, while breeding stock achieved €2500 for cows with calves at foot. The weanling rings noticed excel lent demand with a good clearance taking place, while the runner ring witnessed lots making up to €1110 for continentals.Bullocks, sample prices: Lm 490kgs €1540, Ch 460kgs €1480, Ch 420kgs €1430, Lm 545kgs €1590, AA 505kgs €1580, Lm 510kgs €1550, Lm 570kgs €1780, Ch 575kgs €1660, Ch 620kgs €2460, Lmx 725kgs €2280, Ch 720kgs €2170, and Lm 685kgs €2070.Heifers, sample prices: Lmx 420kgs €1280, Lm 410kgs €1230, Ch 370kgs €1140, Ch 495kgs €1430, Lm 450kgs €1400, AA 465kgs €1390, AA 615kgs €1870, Lm 575kgs €1820, Ch 555kgs €1730, and AA 615kgs €1790. Dry cows, sample prices: Ch 830kgs €2450, Lm 825kgs €2380, Lmx 775kgs €2270, Lm 710kgs €1930, Fr 455kgs €720, AAx 475kgs €1040, Ch 720kgs €1920, and Ch 665kgs €1950. Weanling bulls, sample prices: BBx 290kgs €870, Ch 335kgs €1290, Ch 368kgs €1270, Lm 355kgs €1240, Lm 455kgs €1290, Lm 420kgs €1290, and Ch 357kgs €1180.Weanling heifers, sample prices: Ch 250kgs €800, Ch 335kgs €900, Lm 335kgs €920, Ch 340kgs €870, and Ch 285kgs €750. Cows with calves at foot made from €1200 to €2500 for a Charolais cow and her heifer calf at foot. Spring ers made from €840 to €1920. Young dairy cross calves made from €5 to €150, and runners made from €245 to €1110 for continental lots. Sales continue at Castlerea Mart on this Thursday with our weekly sale of heifers, bullocks, cows, calves, runners and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am. Responding to the reported re marks of Minister of State, Pippa Hackett, in which she raised the possibility of livestock farmers introducing horses as a way of reducing emissions while sup porting the equestrian sector, the President of ICMSA said that it appeared that the minister was “on a bit of a cross-country gallop her self”.PatMcCormack said: “The most immediate question that would oc cur to anyone after reading Minis ter Hackett’s remarks would be what are we expected to do with 5,000 or 10,000 extra horses? Did the minister envisage Ireland exporting (more) horsemeat or a quadrupling of demand for racing bloodstock? What were the farm ers to do with these horses?” Mr. McCormack said ICMSA fully accepts the agriculture sector must “think outside the box” when it comes to emissions. “We have always been up for that. All we ask for is that the poli cies and ideas be based in some reality and we are struggling here to see the basis on which Minister Hackett can come to the conclu sion that introducing horses onto threatened family dairy farms represents economic and environ mental progress”.
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€1710, Char X 475 kgs €1550, Char X 400 kgs €1250, Char X 420 kgs €1200, and AAX 410 kgs €1150.Heifers, sample prices: Lim X 585 kgs €1600, Lim X 485 kgs €1340, Lim X 470 kgs €1310, and Lim X 465 kgs €1250. Weanlings There were good numbers on offer
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Friday, September 2nd at 11 a.m. Sale of Cows to 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug 29th Tuesday, September 6th at 4 p.m. Show Sale of 2022 accepted up to 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 1st Prizes: 1st : €100, 2nd: €65, 3rd: €40 - - - - - - - - -Lambs & Cast Ewes Each Wednesday at 11 a.m. Stock must be penned by 9.30 a.m. – Gates closes at 10 a.m. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Show & Sale of Lambs Wednesday, August 31st at 11 a.m.
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Ewe lambs, sample prices: 50kgs €165 and 48.7kgs €150. Spring lambs, sample prices: 58 kgs €144, 52.3 kgs €142, 50.90 kgs €142, 51 kgs €140, 48.8 kgs €140, 50.4 kgs €139, 54.4 kgs €138, 52.2 kgs €136, 48.9 kgs €135 49.7 kgs €134, 47.6kgs €134, and 45.3kgs €132 Store lambs, sample prices: 38.2 kgs €121, 37 kgs €121, 38.50 kgs €116, 38 kgs €110, 36.3 kgs €109, 35.6 kgs €108, 33.6 kgs €108, 36.2 kgs €107, and 34.3kgs €107. Cast ewes made from €78 to €210 per lot.
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30 Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 PropertyPeople Own Centre Auctioneers & Estate Agents Main Street, Ballygar. Tel 090 6624531 087 2786664 Email info@moranandco.ie PSRA no. 001472 moranandco.ie Ballinacor, Ballygar, Co. Galway. Attractive Holding of Lands c. 12.39 acres For Sale By Private Treaty Ballyhard, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway Cottage on c. 0.85 acres - For Sale By Private Treaty
The lands which are laid out in one division comprise mainly top quality farm lands. The lands are well fenced and have a public water supply. They have a good location convenient to Ballygar, Newbridge and Mountbellew . There is site potential subject to planning permission. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking a small holding or additional lands in a soughtafter area. Inspection highly recommended. Full details from the auctionee r David Moran.
This week, Cathal of Re max Team Earley is de lighted to present to the market a most attractive, four-bedroomed, detached bungalow residence, lo cated at 19 Lanesboro Street, Roscommon town. This property, comprising approximately 950 square feet, is conveniently lo cated adjacent to Roscom
Four-bedroomed bungalow new to market with Remax Team Earley mon town centre and all local amenities. This spacious property has been carefully renovated in recent years, and offers spacious living accommo dation throughout, with the benefit of an enclosed and large spacious rear garden area with garage and inde pendent side access. This is a quality property that would suit both owneroccupier or investor alike due to its size and location. Features of this property include uPVC windows and doors, all mains ser vices connected, OFCH throughout with fitted open fireplace to assist, a mod ern fit-out to incorporate low maintenance timber flooring, and a tiled bath room. There is also a sub stantial private rear garden area.The BER rating for this property is D1, and the AMV is €180,000. The auctioneer now invites im mediate viewings, which can be made strictly by ap pointment only. For further details or to arrange an appointment to view, please contact Re max Team Earley, Stone court, Roscommon on 090 66 26579, email teamear ley@remax.ie, or log onto teamearley.ie. Contact auc tioneer Cathal directly on 086 1409158.
This is an excellent opportunity to purchase a cottage with unlimited potential in a prime location. The stone cottage c. 113 sq.mts. has been stripped back and the roof has been removed, foundations have been laid for the rear and side walls to be rebuilt , a stone and gravel driveway has been laid and there is a septic tank and public water. Ready to go opportunity to restore a cottage and with old world charm and features. Inspection recommended. The property is convenient to Glenamaddy and Creggs and is c. 25 mins drive from Roscommon. Full details from the auctionee rs. Full details from the auctioneers.
This pristine going concern property is presented for sale in excellent condition throughout with the benefit of 7 bedroom living accommoda tion of approx. 2,000 sq.ft and approx. 8,000 sq.ft of character commercial space. Family owned for approx. 80 years and one of only 2 pubs in the village, Garveys is sold with the good will of established trade and potential. This truly is a once in a life time opportunity to acquire a turn key, established and ultra famous property and the auctioneers now invite immediate viewings and all offers to sell
Prime farm comprised in Folio RN34960 located just off the R368 Four Mile House to Strokestown route offering quality lands in one holding. Standing on the said farm is a 2 no. storage stone barns along with a 2 bay hayshed, cattle crush and pen. There are also an additional 4 acres approx. of boglands set out in four different locations at Coggalbeg and Ballinderry Services: Mains water and ESB The sale of these said lands must offer all farmers a great oppor tunity to acquire lands in this regarded farming area of Four Mile House Location and potential makes this a very attractive property to come on the market Offers and viewings invited.
(ONE OF THE REGIONS MOST ESTABLISHED AND ICONIC RESIDENTIAL 7-DAY LICENSED PREMISES) GARVEYS
Services on land include: Well and mains water & ESB
Legal: Peter Jones, Goff Street, Roscommon 090 66 26925 FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY OR AUCTION LATER BALLINTUBBERPUB,VILLAGE,CO.ROSCOMMONAMV:€325,000
A renowned world wide character entertainment venue set in the midst of an award winning village steeped with history and bursting with com munity spirit incorporating the annual St Patrick ’s Day Parade, success on the GAA field and numerous tidy village awards etc, Ballintubber enjoys archaeological groups visiting from the USA and other countries on re search projects of medieval settlements for approx 4/5 weeks each year.
31Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 PropertyPeople 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 PSRA Licence No. 004420 086Cathal1409158086Cormac3519492 FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY OR AUCTION LATER PRIME ROADSIDE RESIDENTIAL FARM OF 42 ACRES APPROX LOCATED AT GRANAGHAN,(ComprisedROSCOMMONSTROKESTOWN,inFolios:RN8644,RN53&RN15435)AMV:€325,000 NEW TO THE MARKET PRIME FARM OF LANDS APPROX 52.28 ACRES LOCATED AT CARROWARD, FOUR MILE HOUSE, ROSCOMMONAMV:€400,000
Viewings strictly by appointment only with the sole selling agents.
Prime roadside farm located just off the R371 Lanesbor ough to Strokestown route offering quality residential farm in one holding. Standing on said farm is 2 no. storage sheds with a con crete yard, holding cattle pen and cattle crush servicing Upon entering the said lands is a four bedroom residence in need of modernisation. The sale of these said lands must offer all farmers a great opportunity to acquire lands in this regarded farming area between Strokestown and LocationLanesboroughandpotential makes this a very attractive property to come to market.
Legal: Jennifer Liddy, Messer’s Liddy Neilan, Abbey Street Roscommon Offers and viewings invited.
Superb two storey residence located on a large private site within walking distance to all town amenities including shops, pubs, church schools etc. Finished to a high standard with large garage to side, this property comprises entrance hallway, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, 4 large bedrooms all with built in wardrobes and family bathroom. Overall, this is a much sought after mature residence in an unrivalled location for which the Auctioneers invites viewings and offers Price Region: € 205,000 BER Rating: D1 NEW TO THE MARKET
On the first floor, there are six bedrooms (five of which have ensuites) and a fully serviced office.Outside, the property boasts manicured grounds with birch paving, wrought iron entrance gates and railings, and a de tached garage. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire one of Roscommon town’s finest res idential properties. The BER rating for this property is C3. Price on application. For more information on this impressive property, contact Oates Auctioneers on 090 6627878, email info@oates. ie, or visit oates.ie.
Spectacular six-bedroomed property on the market with Oates Auctioneers
Roscommon-Galway Inde pendent TD Michael Fitzmau rice says it’s time for An Bord Pleanala to be disbanded and replaced by a new entity, and that the existing board mem bers should all resign – on the grounds of ineptitude. He was speaking in the wake of ongoing controversy over alleged conflicts of inter est within An Bord Pleanala which led to the resignation of Paul Hyde, the agency’s depu tyInchairman.astrong attack on the state planning body, Deputy Fitz maurice claimed that An Bord Pleanála has lost the confi dence of builders, developers, politicians and “most impor tant of all, the public they are supposed to serve”. He said: “There is real concern that ineptitude, far from being confined to a couple of people, is systemic. The question is not whether there is a problem. It is how big is the problem and whether it is curable”. The TD said that An Bord Pleanála is now adding to the housing crisis insofar that much-needed housing and in frastructure “cannot be built if there isn’t an efficient and transparent planning process”. He added: “It is appalling that in this day and age the processing of files by An Bord Pleanála is almost entirely pa per-based. An Bord Pleanála needs to ditch the quills, parch ment, and ink bottles and dare to enter the current century. It is especially astonishing that the organisation did not even have its own legal team up to recently”.Deputy Fitzmaurice called for An Bord Pleanála to be dis banded and for a new purposebuilt entity to be established in its place. He said that Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien has crossFitzmaurice calls for An Bord Pleanala to be disbanded
The Old School House comprises Victorian style residence which has been tastefully renovated and modernised by its present owners. The property lies on c. 0.5 acres of manicured grounds with large fully serviced work sheds to the rear. Roscommon town is 3 miles away and Athlone Town 20 minutes drive. This property offers a real sense of old world charm.
Price Region: € 245,000 BER Rating: D1
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Charming 3 bedroom residence situated in the picturesque village of Kilteevan adjacent to local school, church, pub, GAA fields etc.
Carrownurlar, Ballyforan, Co. Galway H53 FW30 Quality 4 Bedroom Bungalow situated in a quiet countryside area located one mile from Four Roads Village and twelve miles each from the towns of Athlone, Roscommon and Ballinasloe. Situated on a landscaped three-quarter acre site, this fine property is finished to a high standard by its present owners. Accommodation comprises of 4 large Bedrooms, (master en-Suite), Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Room with solid fuel stove, Utility and family Bathroom. Outside Tarmac Drives and Landscaped Grounds with a wide variety of Shrubs and Trees.
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32 Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 PropertyPeople PSRA Licence No: 003201 Church Street, Roscommon Town, CO. ROSCOMMON TEL: 090 6627878 FAX: 090 6627877 E-mail Website:info@oates.iewww.oates.ie The Manse, Northgate Street, Athlone, CO. WESTMEATH TEL: 090 6477500 FAX: 090 6477546 E-mail Website:athlone@oates.iewww.oates.ie NEW TO THE MARKET 10
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Price Region: € 260,000 BER Rating: E1 NEW TO THE MARKET
Main Street, Roosky, Co. Roscommon N41 V9R3
Ground floor accommodation comprises of an open-plan kitchen with French doors into a large dining room, an exceptional living room with a feature natural limestone fire place, an elegant sitting room to the front, a fully fitted utility room, and a family bathroom.
On the market with Oates Auctioneers is a spectacular six-bedroomed (five ensuite) residence, situated in Roscom mon’s premier residential location adjacent to Roscom mon Golf Club. Located on Golf Links Road, Roscom mon (F42E263), this property benefits from being within walking distance to all town amenities. This spacious property, ex tending to circa 4200 square feet, incorporates gener ous living space throughout.
party and Independent TD-led permission to act bravely and decisively.“AnBord Pleanála is damag ing our international reputa tion, let alone our domestic one. They are also impairing the capacity of families to build homes and for communities to grow, thrive, and prosper. It’s time to clean the house, turn over stones, and let the light in. “The board of An Bord Pleanála must consider their positions, and if they do not do so, the Government must do it for them”.
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.
The School House, Cloontogher, Kilteevan, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon F42 FE42 NEW TO THE MARKET
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I, John Kiernan, am applying to Roscommon County Council for full planning permission to construct domestic dwelling house, along with domestic garage, new treatment system and percolation area, and all ancillary site development works at Scardaun, Co. Roscommon. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee, €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.
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3. Permission to retain revised elevations on house which differ to that granted under PD/99/672.
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ROSCOMMON apply planning permission to retain (a) alterations and change of use of existing agricultural building to a building to be used for purposes ancillary to the enjoyment of the existing dwellinghouse and (b) fitting of solar PV panels on the roof of the building at Borefield, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon.
ROSCOMMONCOUNCILCOUNTY We, John Duignan and Niamh Redmond intend to apply for planning permission for development at Kilfaughna, Knockvicar, Boyle, Co. Roscommon The development will consist of (A) Demolish existing stone built cottage, (B) construct new single storey domestic dwelling and garden shed and (C) provide replacement waste water treatment system, PIA approved to EPA Code of Practice 2021 and all associated site works. 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.
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ROSCOMMONCOUNCILCOUNTY We Paul and Josie Glynn are applying to Roscommon County Council for retention permission for the following:
UnitSigned:5,Ballypheason House, Circular Roscommon,RoadF42 C982. Ph: 0906634365 Mob: 0878228529 E: james@jlce.ie & aaron@jlce.ie ArchitecturalWeb:www.jlce.ieDesigns Consulting Engineers
4. Permission to retain as constructed domestic garage and all ancillary site development works at Ballinturly, Four Mile House, Co. Roscommon, F42 W624. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee, €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.
ROSCOMMONCOUNCILCOUNTY Cleaheen, Boyle, Co. Roscommon. We, Derek McGuinness and Sarah Hackett intend to apply to Roscommon County Council for Planning Permission for development consisting of the construction of a dwelling house, domestic garage, entrance, wastewater treatment system and polishing filter together with all ancillary site works and services at the above address. 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 opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submission or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant the application.
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UnitSigned:5,Ballypheason House, Circular Roscommon,RoadF42 C982. Ph: 0906634365 Mob: 0878228529 E: james@jlce.ie & aaron@jlce.ie ArchitecturalWeb:www.jlce.ieDesigns Consulting Engineers
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 submissions or observations in relation to the application can be made to the planning authority in writing, on payment of the prescribed fee, within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.
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2. Permission to retain revised site layout namely revised position of house, entrance and treatment system which differ to that granted under PD/99/672.
Signed: Mahon Sweeney Solicitors LLP Solicitor for Applicant The Square, Roscommon, Roscommon To: The Garda Superintendent, Castlerea Garda Station, Castlerea, Roscommon, F45 CourtPresenters.RosLong@garda.ieYX06 To: The Fire Officer, Roscommon County Council, Roscommon, Roscommon, F42 VR98 Fire@roscommoncoco.ie, To: The Registrar of Clubs, Roscommon District Court
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An Chuirt Duiche The District Court District Court Area of Roscommon District No. 4 No 83.1 Registration of Clubs Acts, 1904 to 1988 Application For Certificate Of Registration Aoife Farnon - Applicant I Aoife Farnon of Galway Road, Roscommon, Roscommon Secretary of The Roscommon Golf Club a Club whose premises are situated at Mote Park, Roscommon, Roscommon, in court area and district aforesaid, hereby apply for a Certificate of Registration of the above mentioned Club. The object of the said Club is Golf Club I enclose the following documents(a) A certificate signed by two Peace Commissioners and by the owner of the premises. (b) Two copies of the Club Rules. (c) A list of the NAMES IN FULL (not initials) and addresses of the officials and Committee of Management or governing body of the Club.
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Childcare are hiring for the 3 following positions: Part-time Office Administrator. 20-30 hours p/week. Previous Office Experience Desirable. Part-time Afterschool Assistant. 20-30 hours p/week. Similar Childcare Experience Desirable. Full-time Early Years Educator. 40 hours p/week. Min QQI Level 5 Qualification Required. If you have any questions regarding the above positions please feel free to call into our centre or call us on 085 8622467 Interested parties should send, letter of interest and CV to: TheCaisleánManager,Óir, Glinsk Community Childcare Centre, Glinsk, Via Castlerea, Co. Galway F45 PX24 Or glinskchildcare@gmail.com Glinsk Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunities employer. CAISLEÁN ÓIR, PRESCHOOL AND AFTERSCHOOL GLINSK COMMUNITY CHILDCARE CENTRE, GLINSK, VIA CASTLEREA, CO. GALWAY F45 PX24 Tel: 094 9655885 Mob: 085 8622467 Email: glinskchildcare@gmail.com < LADY WANTED: To help look after elderly lady in lady’s own home. Flexible hours. Please send your CV and cover letter to: PO Box No 3038 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscom mon or phone 089 4153805
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37Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 Classifieds To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie Appointments To have your advert seen by over 80,000 people every week advertise with us! LOCALLY OWNED ... IN THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY SITUATIONS WANTED < HOUSEKEEPER: Wanted in Derrane area, 3 days per week for 3-4 hours per day. One school pick-up required. Text: 087 3464135 SITUATIONS VACANT< REGISTERED NURSE: Available for providing personal care, night care services, light house work, meal preparations, shop ping etc. Phone Maggie: 089 2377157 < LADY AVAILABLE: In Tulsk/Elphin area for household duties. Please apply to: PO Box No 3041 c/o Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Ro scommon Loughwood Contracting Ltd. are seeking: Carpenters & Apprentice Carpenters Experience preferable Own transport & tools an advantage Safety training provided Location: Galway/Roscommon Phone 0876261080 or email info@loughwoodcontracting.com with your CV to apply WINDOW & DOOR FITTERS REQUIRED Roscommon Town and surrounding area. For further information or to arrange an interview contact 089 4507888 CNC Operator Job Description Our company is searching for a talented person to train as a machine operator to oversee our computer numeric controlled (CNC) machines. You will be responsible for ensuring our company produces quality parts specific to engineering drawings and client standards. As the machine operator, the successful candidate will become a highly skilled professional, with excellent attention to detail and mechanical aptitude. In this role, you will also learn to have an in-depth knowledge of the latest equipment and techniques emerging in the industry. Responsibilities: • Set-up and manage CNC machines to perform different jobs including drilling, grinding, EDM machining and milling. Ensure the CNC machine operates in accordance with the safety guidelines of the company. • Oversee the machines while they execute the tasks and make the necessary changes to produce improved results. • Check machinery daily to guarantee functionality. Record all machine actions by completing production and quality logs. • Provide timelines to supervisor. • Ensure that results of machining process align with client expectations.
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PatrickCOMPTON(Pat) Newtown, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon
Late of Four Mile House (17th Anniversary) In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother Who died on 10th of July 2005 You are always in our thoughts and prayers. Missed and rememberedlovinglybyJohn and family. Anniversary Mass for Bridie will be in Four Mile House Church on Friday, 26th August at 8pm.
Never more than a thought away, loved and everyrememberedday. Will those who think of Pat today, a little prayer to Jesus say. Lovingly remembered by his wife Pauline and family. Anniversary Mass on Sunday, August 28th at 9am in The Church of the Immaculate Strokestown.Conception, May his gentle soul Rest In Peace NOVENA TO ST. CLARE Ask St. Clare for three fa vours, one for business, two impossible and nine Hail Marys for nine days with lighted candle. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish on ninth day. Powerful Nove na. Say ‘May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored, glorified now and forever, throughout the whole world. Amen’. Your request will be granted no matter how im possible it may seem. Prayer must be published. M.H.
Anniversary Mass for Gerry and Mae will take place in the Sacred Heart Church, Ballinagare on Friday, 26th August at 7pm. McGPadraicOWAN (17th Anniversary)
Four Mile House, Roscommon (7th Anniversary)
FEENEYTom Lanesboro, Co. Longford (1st AnniversaryRemembrance)Birthday
In loving memory of Michael, who died on 28th August 2005 May he Rest In Peace
KELLYAnnie
38 Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 Classifieds To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES Scrine, Athleague, Co. Roscommon BRIANMEMORIALSMURRAY • Superior Quality Headstones • Restoration work carried out • New Inscriptions added CONTACT HAZEL 087 6758874 www.brianmuraystone.com E: brianmurraystone@gmail.com To have your advert seen by over 80,000 people every week advertise with us! THE MOST READ NEWSPAPER IN COUNTY ROSCOMMON! THANKSGIVINGS
QUIGLEYMichael Creevy, Roscommon (17th Anniversary)
DOORLYHeather Ashbrook, Scramogue, Co. Roscommon. (13th Anniversary) Treasured memories of a dear wife and mother, who passed away on August 28th 2009. R.I.P. A heart too gentle, a mind too deep, a beautiful soul, forever asleep. Eyes full of sparkle, a heart full of love, now shining brightly from Heaven above. Will those who think of Heather today, a little prayer to Jesus say.
MaryKELLYandPaddy Ballinleg, Ballymurray, Co. Roscommon. (20th and 29th Anniversaries) In loving memory of my Maryparents.whodied on 26th August 2002. Paddy who died on 9th October 1993. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Sadly missed by your son Paddy and daughter-in-law Marian.
1st Anniversary mass Saturday 27.09.2022 at St Mary’s Lanesboro at 7.30pm
A whisper on an August day, you heard a gentle call. You took the hand of Jesus and quietly left us all. It’s now your anniversary, you wouldn’t want a rememberedJustfuss.tobeand prayed for by all of us. Sadly missed by his beloved wife Nora, daughter Jacqueline and son Michael. Anniversary Mass on Friday, 26th August 2022 at 7.30pm in St Mary’s Church, Ballygar.
In loving memory of Willie Carroll late of Clare, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon who died on September 7th, 2016 R.I.P. Your memories are so precious your missedpresencesomuchyouwillalwaysberemembered and missed by all of us. Our thoughts are always with you, in a very special way not just on your anniversary, but every single day. You always had a smile to share a laugh, a joke and time to care a kindly nature, warm and true many lovely memories we have of you. Lovingly remembered by your wife Ethel, sons Pat, Donal, Sean, daughters Anne, Mary, Kate, Lorna, sons-in-law and daughters-in-law.
KELLEHERFrank High Street, Ballygar (3rd Anniversary)
Dearly loved and missed everyday by husband Michéal, daughters Rachel and Rhona, sisters Sharon and Lorna, family and friends. Anniversary Mass in St. Anne’s Church, Scramogue on Sunday, 28th August at 10am.
In loving memory of Padraic, Carrownabrickna, Roscommon, who died on the 27th August 2005. Will those who think of Padraic today, a little prayer to Jesus say. Loved always by his mother, brother and sisters. Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Saturday, 27th August, 2022 at 11am.
In loving memory of Tom, a dear husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who passed away on the 26.08.2021. There is always a face before us, A voice we would love to hear, a smile we will always remember of a husband, father, grandfather and brother we love so dear. Deep in out hearts lies a picture, More precious than silver and gold. It’s a picture of you dear Tom Whose memory will never grow old. Loved and deeply missed by all his family and many friends
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 Je sus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will be come your own favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and fa vour will be granted. M.R.M.
First Anniversary Mass Saturday, 27th August 2022 at St. Mary’s Church, Lanesboro at 7.30pm. Tom CoLanesboroFeeneyLongford (1st Anniversary- Birthday Remembrance)
GRANDAD What we’d give if we could say “Hello Grandad” in the same old way. To hear your voice and see your smile, to sit with you and chat a while. So if you have a Grandad cherish him with care for you’ll never know the hisuntilheartacheyouseeemptychair.
Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us stillUnseen,everyday.unheard,butalwaysnear,loved,stillmissed,stillverydear. Loved and sadly missed by your sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughtersin-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Anniversary Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Tuesday, 30th August, 2022 at 8am. Locally owned ... in the heart of communitythe
Ballinagare, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon (8th Anniversary) Mae, whom God called home on 1st May, 2014 Gerry, whom God called home on 26th July, 2014 Dear Mum & Dad Ye will never be gone, as we will always remember the times that you both cared for us, protected us, cheered us on, picked us up, kissed and hugged and believed in us; the moments you both made us laugh, made us think, and held us. We will always remember your laughter, the love in your eyes, We remember when ye were both young and beautiful and full of life. We remember as you both got older, the way ye dealt with pain and suffering. You both had great faith in God, which we are so thankful to have now. The way you both lived your lives to the full, softens the pain of losing you. But we have so many beautiful memories that will always live in our hearts and can never be taken from us. We embrace you both in death as lovingly as you both embraced us in life. Remembered fondly and loved by their son, Micheál, their daughter Martina, their son-in-law Daniel and their daughterin-law Rose. Also our Aunts – Elizabeth, Patricia and Jeanette, our cousins, extended family, neighbours and friends.
In loving memory of Ada, who died on 27th August 2011 Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by Derry and family. Anniversary Mass in The Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Friday, 26th August at 11am.
O’DONNELLAda Edel Vale, Circular Road, Roscommon (11th Anniversary)
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In loving Memory of Frank, who passed away on 30th August 2019
CARROLLWillie Clare, Strokestown (6th Anniversary)
Lovingly remembered by all your grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Anniversary Mass in St. Brigid’s Church, Four-MileHouse, Co. Roscommon on Sunday, 28th August at 11am.
In loving memory of our dear Mother Annie, who died on 22nd August 2015 A whisper on an August day, you heard a gentle call. You took the hand of Jesus and quietly left us all. It’s now your anniversary, you wouldn’t want a fuss. Just to be remembered and prayed for by all of us. Sadly missed by her loving Daughter, Great-GrandchildrenGrandchildren,Daughters-in-law,Son, and Extended Family. Anniversary Mass in Four Mile House Church on Friday, 9th September at 8.15pm.
In loving memory of Pat who passed away on August 31st 2019 (3rd Anniversary)
In loving memory of Tom, a dear husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who passed away on the 26th August 2021. There is always a face before us, a voice we would love to hear, a smile we will always remember of a husband, father, grandfather and brother we love so dear. Deep in our hearts lies a picture, more precious than silver and gold. It’s a picture of you dear Tom whose memory will never grow old. Loved and deeply missed by all his family and many friends.
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No matter how life changes, no matter what we do, a special place within our hearts is always kept for you Always loved and remembered by Colette and Noel.
Your memory in our hearts this day, Means more to us than words can say. Unseen, unheard, but always near, Loved, remembered and ever dear. From Barbara, David and family.
39Roscommon People Friday 26 August 2022 Classifieds To advertise, telephone 090 66 34633 or email advertising@roscommonpeople.ie Submit your Classified online Send your Classified advertisement to advertising@ roscommonpeople.ie or alternatively call 090 66 34633 FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES LOCALLY OWNED ... IN THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY Mobile: 087 2365453 Landline: 071 9638739 email: Rogersjrrogers40@hotmail.comFuneralDirectorsRooskey (Covering Rooskey and surrounding areas) Scrine, Athleague, Co. Roscommon Third generation Monumental Sculptors specialising in: • New Headstones • New Inscriptions • Restoration and Cleaning of Monuments • Wall Plaques and Name Plates • Grave Maintenance Service Contact James on 087 3549574 or David on 087 6086723 E-mail: www.anthonymurrayandsons.cominfo@anthonymurrayandsons.com Individually Designed and Printed Love’s Greatest Gift - Remembrance MEMORIAL CARDS Email or call for Sample Pack THANKSGIVINGSDOLANEvan (6th Anniversary) In loving memory of Evan Who fell asleep on 31st August 2016 When the stars shine up in the sky, we miss you When the sun rises and sets everyday, we miss you. When the rain falls and everything looks bright and beautiful, we miss you. Every day, every hour in every way, in everything we do, we miss you. Your loving parents, Robbie and Marian your brother Cian and sister Aoife. Anniversary Mass for Evan will take place in The Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon on Saturday, 27th August at 11am. DOLANEvan (6th31stAnniversary)August In loving memory of Evan A beautiful memory, dearer than gold, Of a grandson whose worth can never be told. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard , but always near, So loved, so missed, so very dear. Loved and missed Granny and Grandad. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The love we have for Grandad will never fade away, we’ll think of him, our special friend throughout each passing day. We’ll walk into the room and see his empty chair, although we know he’s resting we’ll feel his presence there. The memories of his laughter his warm and loving smile, his eyes so full of happiness his heart that of a child Memories we will treasure through all the coming years.
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PatrickMURPHY(Pa) Renefarna, Ruskey, Co. Roscommon (2nd Anniversary)
In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather who died on 27th August 2020 3 DAY NOVENA TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN O, most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splen dour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immacu late 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 neces sity (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. P.S.
And most of the time his worries went unspoken too he was there…a firm foundation through all our storms of life a sturdy hand to hold onto. In times of stress and strife a true friend we could turn to when times were good or bad one of our greatest blessings the man that we call Dad.
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The fact that you’re no longer here will always bring me pain you’re forever in my heart until we meet again. Sadly missed and always remembered by Michael. He never looked for praises he was never one to boast he just went on quietly working for the ones he loved the most his dreams were seldom spoken his wants were very few.
Those special memories of you Dad will always bring a smile if only I could have you back for just a little while. Then we could sit and talk again just like we used to do you always meant so very much and always will do too.
Anniversary Mass to be celebrated on Sunday, 28th August at 11.30 am in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Ruskey.
Lovingly remembered forever by Pauric Gone is the face we loved so dear, silent is the voice we loved to hear. Too far away for sight or speech, but not too far for thought to reach. Sweet to remember him who once was here and who, though absent, is just as dear. Always lovingly remembered and missed by Vinny, Monica and your much loved grandchildren, Eoghan, Aaron and Kilian. You held my hand when I was small you caught me when I fell. You are the hero of my childhood and my later years as well and every time I think of you my heart still fills with pride. Though I will always miss you Dad I know you’re by my side. In laughter and in sorrow in sunshine and in rain I know you’re watching over me until we meet again Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by David and Geraldine. I think of things you used to say and all that you would do at some point every single day my thoughts will turn to you to lose you was a bitter wrench. The pain cut to the core I cried until my tears ran out and then I cried some more that wouldn’t be your wish for me that I’d be forever sad. So I try to remind myself of the happy times we had I know that I can’t be with you now and you can’t be with me but safe inside my heart you’ll stay that’s where you’ll always be. Love and miss you Daddy xxx Teresa, Ollie and your little woman Mia.
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Rest easy Pa, lots of love from Laura, Rachel, Rebecca, Chloe, Eoghan, Aaron, Kilian and Mia.
The years may pass, But still you stay, As near and dear, As yesterday. Always loved Brenda. xx To us you were someone special, What more is there to say. Wishing with all our hearts, That you were here today. Always remembered Ailish and Aidan. If I had one wish today, I know what it would be, Just to see your face again, Would mean the world to me. I look up to the sky, When it’s a starry night, And know that you’ll be there, The biggest star shining bright. Loved and always remembered, Noelle. x I thought of you today but that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. For in my heart there is a place that only you can hold filled with loving memories far more priceless than gold. I know that you still hear me Dad so please know this is true that everything I am today is all because of you. Your memory is a keepsake from which I’ll never part God has you in his arms I have you in my heart Lovingly remembered and missed by Ann and Liam and your beloved grandchildren Laura, Rachel, Rebecca and Chloe. xx
On Monday there are 7 races advertised for Lenabane. The first 3 races are over 7f, starting with a maiden race for 2-Y-O’s sponsored by Irish EBF with 24 entries. The second and third are handicaps, both for 3-Y-O’s+ and a huge entry of 78 in the second, and 31 in the third. The fourth race is a 1m 2f maiden for 3-Y-O’s+ sponsored by Sigmar Recruitment Consultants Ltd and possible 35 runners. The 5th, the feature race, is a conditions race for 3-Y-O’s+ over 1m 3f with a possible 13 runners. The penultimate and final race are both handicaps over a 1m 3f, and the 6th for 3-Y-O’s+ having an entry of 36 and the 7th for 3-Y-O’s only with 24 entered. Only 14 horses can go to post in each race. The best turned out is sponsored by Roscom mon Race Committee and music after racing is by Billy Garvan. Racing News
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by Tom Red Racing this weekend starts this afternoon in Proudstown Park outside Navan, with a flat card starting at 1.15 pm. There is national hunt racing tomorrow in Down Royal at 4.40 pm and flat racing at Tipperary featuring the No Nay Never Group 3 race off at 4.15 pm. Saturday racing is at the Curragh and fea tures three Group 3 races, the Newtownanner Stud Irish EBF Stakes, the Round Tower Stakes and the Snow Fairy Fillies Stakes away at 1.20 pm. No racing in Ireland on Sunday and racing returns to Lenabane on Monday with an even ing meet on the flat at 4.20 pm and there is na tional hunt racing in Downpatrick at 1.50 pm. There is cross channel racing on ITV today from Newcastle, with ITV4 showing all seven races on the all-weather, all racing league handi cap races. Saturday four races from Goodwood, three from Beverly and one from Newmarket are being covered on Virgin Media 1 and ITV. There are four races from Goodwood and three from Beverly on ITV 1 on Sunday. Baaeed maintained his 100% record win ning the Juddmonte Stakes at York last week for William Haggas and Jim Crowley, and extended his run to ten including six Group 1 wins. He holds an entry in the Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes in Leopardstown and what a coup for Leopardstown if he runs.
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Aesop’s Fables gave Aidan O’Brien his 15th winner in the Irish EBF Futurity Stakes when overcoming an absence of four months to take the Group 2 feature at the Curragh on Saturday. The son of No Nay Never was O’Brien’s eighth winner in the past 10 runnings of the race.
Alpinista beats Tuesday and La Petite Coco at York on Thursday.
On Monday last there was a Roscommon owned winner in Ballinrobe when Paidi’s Passion, 9/1, won for Gerry Duke. The winner was 2nd in Roscommon on his previous run, is trained in Derrylin, Co Fermanagh by David Christie and was ridden by Sam Ewing. Christie followed up in the next race with Menindee ridden by Jordan Gainford, 4/1, for a double on the day.
Boyle Golf Club Lady President Susan O’Mahoney with scramble winners Regina McLoughlin, Chris O’Dowd and Denise O’Dowd.
Carrick-on-Shannon Owen Gibney’s Captain’s Prize takes place on Saturday, 27th of August. If you have quali fied you are asked to check the timesheet in the clubhouse for your allocated tee time. The pres entation of prizes will take place on Saturday night at 9 pm. All members are asked to support. You can also bring along family and friends. Finger food will be served, followed by music. The Carrick-on-Shannon Con nacht Shield team were in action on Sunday last against Swinford and lost 3-2. The team were as follows: Kevin Ward (Captain); at home was David McDermott and Dylan Beirne and Brendan and Charlie Boyle. The away team was John O’Mahoney and Gordon Kavanagh, Darren Con lon and Liam Bruen and Niall Keaney and Patrick Martin. The club would like to thank the team captain and teams for their brilliant effort.
On Thursday in the Darley Yorkshire Oaks Mark Prescott’s Alpinista justified favourit ism beating the Irish trained Aidan O’Brien’s Tuesday by 1l with Paddy Twomey’s La Pe tite Coco 1¾l away in 3rd, with Jessica Har rington’s Magical Lagoon in 5th. On Friday John Quinn’s Highfield Princess won the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes under Jason Hart by 2½l from The Platinum Queen. Next Week, the horse, trained by Andrew Slattery, improved on his recent Roscommon debut, 5th, to run out a 33-1 winner of the KWD Recycling INH Flat Race at Killarney on Friday giving 18-year-old Adam Ryan his first race course winner. Surprisingly weak in the market, the winner drifted from 14/1 despite his respect able debut in Lenebane, where he was nibbled at in the ring.
Roscommon Biddy Quinn, Lady Captain of Roscommon Golf Club in 1974, passed away at the weekend. Biddy was a popular charac ter around the club for many years. She will be missed by her daughter Maura, son-in-law John, grandchildren Cillian and Barra and her extended family. May she rest in peace. The Roscommon G.C. men played Tuam in the Connacht Shield last Sunday and unfortu nately were defeated. Good luck to Allan Hill, Simon Walker and Olivia Costello on the Connacht Interprovincial teams taking place in Moyvalley Golf Club from 23rd to 25th of August. Open Weekend of golf takes place from Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th of August. On Thursday it’s the Senior Men and Ladies; on Friday it’s the Men’s & Ladies. On Saturday there is a 12-hole three-person mixed scramble and on Sunday there is an 18-hole singles for men. The Saturday scramble is a fundraising event for our three teams that have qualified for the All-Ireland Finals in Tramore and Ballyconnell in September. Winners from the clubhouse: Men’s Competition (21st of August) kindly sponsored by Donnellan & Co. Menswear. 1st Cian Duggan 47 pts, 2nd Clem ent McCormack 43pts and 3rd Michael Healy 42 pts. Ladies’ 18-hole competition (16th of August) kindly spon sored by The Peppermill Res taurant. 1st Pat Pierce 39 pts, 2nd Kay Condon 39 pts, 3rd Joan Moran 38 pts. Ladies 9-hole competition (16th of August). Winner: Ann Martin on 21 pts. Open Wednes day Men’s (17th of August). Winner: David Finnerty (Bel mullet) 39 pts. Senior Men’s re sults (18th of August). Winner: C. Grogan 36 pts. Senior Ladies results (18th August) 1st: E. Bruen. The open scratch cups for men is now being held on Saturday the 3rd & Sunday the 4th of September. The handicap ranges are as follows: Senior (handicap range 0-3.5), Junior (handicap range 3.6-9.5), Intermediate (handicap range 9.6-16.5) and Minor (handicap range 16.6 or higher). Competitions can be played on either Saturday or Sunday. Sponsor: Lidan De signs. Please book your time on BRS system.
Competition Time Seamus O’Donnell, Ballintubber, Eileen Ryan, Kilkerrin and Gabriel Martin of Kil toom have won tickets for Roscommon on Monday, do not forget to collect you tickets in the office. Tickets for Kilbeggan on Friday 2nd Sep tember are up for grabs this week and we want to know which Roscommon owned horse won in Ballinrobe on Monday of this week?
Answers as usual please on a post card to The Roscommon People, Abbey Street Ro scommon or by e-mail to tomred17@gmail. com by 5.00pm, by Wednesday the 31st of August and as always do not forget to include your name, address, and a contact phone with all competition entries. As usual all tickets will have to be collected in the office in Abbey Street.
Athlone Results of some recent competi tions at Athlone Golf Club: The winner of the Men’s Stableford competition on the 13th and 14th of August was Enda Gormally (15) with 43 pts. The winner of the Plumbers Competition on the 15th of August was M. Rock (27) with 33 pts. The winner of the Wednesday Open Stableford Singles on the 17th of August was Ian Lacey (9) with 44 pts. The winner of the AWGS Cap tain’s Prize on the 18th of August was John Costello with 33 pts. Athlone Golf Club Women’s Club results are as follows: The Hodson Bay Women’s Weekly 18-hole competition which took place on Saturday, 13th of Au gust & Tuesday, 16th of August was won by Marion O’Shea (46) with 50 pts. The 9-holes compe tition on Tuesday, 16th of August was won by Mary McHale (23) on 21 pts. The Saturday 9-hole competition held on the 20th of August was won by Sandra Feary (23) with 24 pts. The ’97 Club on Thursday, 18th of Au gust was won by Anne Evans (27) on 31 pts. Boyle Susan O’Mahoney’s Lady Presi dent’s Day was held on Sunday, the 21st of August. The ladies competed for her prize in the usual 18-hole strokeplay format with the prize-giving ceremony taking place in the clubhouse that evening. Susan paid tribute to all who had contributed to both the Ladies section and the overall club during the year. First place this year went to Maura O’Farrell, 2nd place went to Kathleen Mahon, Gross win ner was Tish Perry and 3rd place went to Joey Mullaney. The win ner of the 9-hole competition was Fiona Keenan and the Lady President’s to the Men competi tion was won by Tom Kearney. With only a few Order of Merit competitions left for the year, Pat Conroy is standing 10 points clear of second-placed Jim Callery on 88 points. Vin cent Egan is in 3rd place with 65 points, closely followed by Mark O’Donohoe on 62 and Michael Simon on 61. Well done to the Boyle Con nacht Shield team, captained by Niall Kearney, who had a tight win over our neighbours in Bal laghaderreen Golf Club. Boyle had won 2 of the games at home comfortably and had lost the 2 away games in Ballaghader reen, so the deciding game was the last one in Boyle where Terry Canning and Charlie O’Donnell were all square after the first 18 holes, thus proceeding to a sud den death play-off. Terry and Charlie eventually prevailed af ter 20 holes of golf, clinching the overall result for Boyle. Well done to the Lady Presi dent’s Scramble winners, Denise O’Dowd, Regina McLoughlin and Chris O’Dowd. The winner of the Men’s Thursday Competi tion held on the 18th of August was Dessie Murphy. The Men’s Thursday Com petition continues as a 12-hole competition this week (today). Sponsors are still sought for the remaining weeks.
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C’monTheTown (RoscommonTownYouthSoccer)Inassociationwiththe It was a good weekend for Roscommon 60x30 handball with three wins out of four All-Ireland semi-finals and another walkover.GlenWalshe was a very impres sive winner of his Masters ‘B’ match with Antrim’s Con Collins held in St. Coman’s last Saturday. Utilising a su perb lob serve from the right side the powerful left-hander controlled the action from early on against the trans planted Clare man. Collins showed tremendous mobility and fitness, but Glen’s superior skills and lovely corner killing meant he always looked the more likely winner. There were some very good rallies in the first but Glen usually came out on top and after winning it 2112, the second was a lot more clearcut, going the Roscommon man’s way 21-4. On the same bill Carragh Kennedy had another comfortable win in her Ladies Minor match with Tyrone’s Cloda Nic Con Midhe. Carragh’s powerful roundthe-walls serving immediately caused problems for the Northerner and that re ally was the story of the match. Carragh never relented and consistently kept her opponent out at the back of the court and never looked in trouble, winning 21-1, 21-4. Carragh has a wonderful opportu nity to take the All-Ireland as the final will be in her home court of St. Coman’s, against Clare’s Leah Minogue. Siobhan Treacy travelled all the way to Loughmacrory, Co. Tyrone to take on local girl Clare Conway in their Ladies Junior ‘B’ semi-final. The Loughmac rory court is probably the highest in Ireland and Siobhan made great use of the added height when serving. Despite Conway’s best effort Siobhan controlled the match all the way showing excellent volleying skills before prevailing on a 21-7, 21-7 scoreline. The match of the day was definitely Colm Walshe’s versus Cavan’s super-fit Cian McManus in the Junior ‘B’ semifinal. Colm was by far the classier hand baller, but McManus showed incredible heart and speed around the court. He plays county football for Fermanagh, but with no registered club in that coun ty, he plays his handball out of Cavan and his fitness proved to be the key to victory. Colm raced into a big lead in the first, volleying very well and killing in the left corner whenever the opportunity arose. It was only towards the end of the first that McManus seemed to get to grips with Colm’s ciotóg style and while he made the final few points a lot more dif ficult, Colm took it 21-7. The second was much closer the whole way, with McManus reading Colm’s kills and making some superb picks as the St. Coman’s man tired. McManus nicked the second 21-19 to take it to a tie-breaker. McManus got off to a flier, but Colm showed great grit when all looked lost, killing superbly, but unfor tunately McManus just held on to take it 11-9. Due to injury, Denis Creaton received a walkover from Cavan’s James Brady in the Masters grade and will face Of faly’s strong left-hander David Hope in the final. St. Coman’s hosted both the Men’s and Women’s Senior semi-finals on Satur day and everything ran as smoothly as expected. It was the perfect preparation for the Senior and Minor finals which will be held in St. Coman’s on Saturday, 3rd of September. For those wishing to attend, contact the Handball Office in Croke Park for tickets. as SFC Western Gaels and St Dominic’s. O’Farrell 4.30 pm At Loughglynn: Éire Óg v Kilglass Gaels. 4.30 pm Junior B (GroupChampionshipD) At Johnstown: Clann na nGael v Kilbride. 6 pm Sunday, August 28th 2022 Senior HC quarter-finals At Athleague: Oran v St Dominic’s. 2 pm At Athleague: Tremane v Athleague. 3.45 pm On the field… The girls U-16 team lost out away to Castlerea Celtic with Rafaella Silva scoring. The boys U-16 team were also in Castlerea. Andrej and Leo Anic scored for Town in a narrow 3-2Allloss.three of our U-14 boys sides were in action. Town I had a com fortable win at home to Lough Harps with Cian Kiernan, Marc Shally, Sam Hannon and Luke Shally getting on theTownscoresheet.IIIconceded an early goal but recovered well. A brace each from Eoin Naughton and Conor Keaveney helped Town get over the line against a very sporting Shiven Rovers team. A depleted Town II side lost out away to St John’s Athletic with Aaron Miley scoring both of Town’s goals. At U-12 level, our girls team beat Castlerea Celtic while our two boys’ teams lost their league games. The games continue for our girls and boys at U-7, U-9 and U-11 level. Positioning, passing and positivity are the pillars for our young teams as they develop. A win boosts con fidence while there is plenty to learn from a loss. Mistakes should be seen as opportunities to learn for players and coaches alike. There is always the next game to look forward to while training ses sions should be delivered to develop individual and collective weakness es. Pride in our Place… The residents association in Lisnam ult welcomed Pride of Place officials recently and the club contributed to this positive initiative. The facilities that the club now enjoys is a reflection of the commit ment of local people to making their community better. Everyone in the club has a responsibility to contribute to the continued efforts to maintain this community facility – to have pride in our place.
Poster Deadline…Competition
A reminder to everyone that the clos ing date for this competition is mid night next Monday, August 29th. We are asking primary and postprimary school students to design a poster for our club. Check out our website for some po tential inspiration. The winning posters will be pub lished on our website and in the pa per and will receive prizes. Email your poster to 0877665993.townyouthsoccer.ieinfo@roscommonorWhatsAppto Wise Words… You get out what you put in.
Soccer fixtures Friday, 26th August 2022
RDFL Premier Division Round 1 Castlerea Celtic - v - Moore Utd. 2 pm Ballinasloe Town - v - Skyvalley Rovers. 2 pm Ballaghaderreen - v - St. John’s Athletic. 2 pm CP Ajax - v - Kilkerrin Utd. 2 pm
RDFL Premier Division Round 1 Boyle Celtic - v - Moylough ’79. 8 pm Sunday, 28th August 2022
RDFL Masters Cup final replay Glen Celtic - vRoscommon Utd. 7.45 pm
Aoife Gavin pictured getting her shot off
Katie Beirne closes in during Friday’s ladies
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GAA results Hodson Bay SFC (Section A) Oran 2-10 Michael Glavey’s 2-7 Roscommon Gaels 2-7 Elphin 1-8 Hodson Bay SFC (Section B) Boyle 1-13 St Faithleach’s 0-15 Clann na nGael 4-6 Western Gaels 2-10 Hodson Bay SFC (Section C) Tulsk Lord Edwards 2-10 Strokestown 2-10 St Brigid’s 4-10 Pádraig Pearses 0-8 Callington Ltd IFC (Section A) Fuerty 4-9 St Croan’s 1-10 Creggs 2-7 Kilmore 0-9 Callington Ltd IFC (Section B) St Dominic’s 0-16 St Brigid’s 0-13 St Aidan’s 2-11 Shannon Gaels 0-13 Callington Ltd IFC (Section C) Éire Óg CastlereaKilbride2-110-9StKevin’s 0-14 Clann na nGael 1-8 Junior A (SectionChampionshipA) Strokestown 1-13 Boyle 0-11 St Michael’s 1-16 Ballinameen 1-10 Junior A (SectionChampionshipB) Roscommon Gaels 2-10 St Joseph’s 1-4 Kilglass Gaels 2-11 Pádraig Pearses 2-11 Junior A (SectionChampionshipC) St Dominic’s 2-10 St Barry’s 0-10 St Ronan’s 1-11 Western Gaels-Frenchpark 0-13 GAA Saturday,fixturesAugust27th Junior B (GroupChampionshipB) At Tulsk: Tulsk Lord Edwards v St Brigid’s. 5.30 pm At Elphin: Elphin v Kilmore. 5.30 pm Junior B Championship (Group C) At Croghan: Shannon Gaels v Michael Glavey’s.
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Callington IFC latest Gavin Murray (Elphin) pictured on the ball with DJ Hession (Roscommon Gaels) during the senior championship match in Lisnamult on Friday evening. Pic: Mick McCormack ghost and they worked their way back into the game in the second half. Two pointed frees from Fintan Cregg by the 49th minute saw the margin down to four once again and with five minutes to go sub Frankie Cregg blasted home a great goal to leave the bare minimum between the sides. Elphin pressed forward looking for the equalis ing score but the Gaels’ defence stood firm and Richard Hughes settled it in the 59th minute with a long-range free. The Gaels progress with a round to go, but they will need a major improvement if they are to advance further.
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Group C Best game of the weekend was the drawn encounter between Strokestown and Tulsk. It keeps both sides in with a chance of qualification. St Brigid’s will go through as the seeded team after their demolition of Padraig Pears es (see match report). The champions will have to beat Strokestown to be absolutely sure of getting to the quarterfinals. The most likely sce nario is that Brigid’s, Pearses and Strokestown will qualify from this section.
Roscommon Gaels: James Fetherstone: John McManus, Kieran Kil cline, Joey O’Malley; Orin Walsh (0-1), Rich ard Hughes (1-3, 3 frees), Cathal Dineen; James Mc Dermott, Mark Purcell; Conor McNamara, Mark Healy (0-1), Ryan Con lon (0-1); Richard Walsh (1-0), David O’Gara, DJ Hession. Subs: Cian Connolly for Hession (h/t), Ronan Glee son (0-1), for O Walsh (42), Brian Kelly for Con lon (49), Brian O’Malley for McNamara (56). Elphin: Aaron Brady (0-1, free); Martin McCaffrey, Niall Higgins, Alex Glee son; Damien Cregg, Enda Killoran, Shane Beirne (01); Luke Mollahan, Nes san Lenehan; Gavin Mur ray, Fintan Cregg (0-4, 3 frees), Gerry Cregg (0-1); John Finnerty, Rossa Kel ly (0-1), Aidan Murray. Subs: Frankie Cregg (10) for Finnerty (29), Dara Casserly for D Cregg (h/t), Eoin Mollahan for Beirne (57). Referee: Dermot Lyons. Richard Hughes (Roscommon Gaels) pictured after scoring a goal during the senior championship match against Elphin in Lisnamult on Friday evening. Pic: Mick McCormack
Group B St Dominic’s remain on course for another good championship run after their second win, but they were made fight all the way by St Brigid’s at Kiltoom. St Aidan’s are back in the mix after a good win against Shannon Gaels in Ballyforan. Shannon Gaels are pointless after losing both matches so far and will have to win their final game to have a chance of avoiding a relegation play-off.
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Group C Castlerea St Kevin’s will be in the quarter-finals as the seeded team but Clann na nGael made them work hard for their second win of the campaign. Kilbride look destined for the relegation play-offsafter slumping to their second defeat, against Éire Óg on Friday night. Éire Óg and Clann are odds-on to ac company Castlerea into the last eight.
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ElphinGaelsRoscommon2-71-8 < SEAMUS DUKE Roscommon Gaels squeezed through to the play-off stages of this year’s championship fol lowing this narrow victory against Elphin in what was a tense and nervy affair at Lisnamult on Friday night. Elphin staged a secondhalf comeback which came up just short and now, after two losses, they will have to prepare for a relegation play-off. The Gaels were much improved on their opening match against Oran and were the better team in the first half. David O’Gara was very effective at fullforward with Mark Healy, John McManus, Richard Hughes and Kieran Kil cline all doing well for the homeTheside.Gaels scored their first goal in the 11th minute when James McDermott’s high ball was fisted home by Richard Walsh. Then in the 18th minute the sec ond goal came courtesy of Richard Hughes after DJ Hession’s shot came back off a post. At half-time the Gaels led by 2-3 to 0-5. Elphin never gave up the < SEAMUS DUKE Group A This group is now all but decided with a round of games still to go. Oran will go to the quarter-finals as a seeded team after their threepoint win against Michael Glavey’s. Oran were 2-9 to 0-3 ahead in that match and had to withstand a Glavey’s comeback in the second half. Elphin will face a relegation play-off after their narrow defeat against Roscommon Gaels (see match report). The only issue to be decided is who will finish second and third between the Gaels and Glavey’s.
Fuerty are through to the quarter-finals after a highscoring eight-point win against St Croan’s at Mulh ern Park. Creggs are also through after an impressive four-point win against Kilmore. The final place will be decided in round three when St Croan’s and Kilmore meet. A draw or a win will do for St Croan’s while Kilmore have to win to avoid a relegation play-off.
Group B Clann na nGael are through as the seeded team after their two-point win against Western Gaels. They scored three first-half goals in their win in Frenchpark. Boyle are also through after a for tunate one-point win against St Faithleach’s at Ballyleague with Cian McKeon scoring the winning point for Cian Smith’s side in the 6th minute ofTheinjury-time.weekend results mean that the third round game between St Faithleach’s and Western Gaels is now a ‘win ner take all’ contest with the winners going through and the losers facing a relegation play-off.
St Brigid’s 4-10 Padraig Pearses 0-8 < SEAMUS DUKE St Brigid’s sent a very loud and clear message to all comers that they are determined to take the Fahey Cup back to Kiltoom this year with this whopping 14-point win against reigning Roscommon and Connacht champions Padraig Pearses at sunny Ballyforan last Sunday. It is a long time since a Pearses team was as easily beaten in the championship, but one must remember that the title hold ers were in a somewhat similar position last year after losing to Clann na nGael. As the record shows, they recovered then!
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Daniel Farrell and Jack Tu multy had their moments but on the day there was very little for Pearses fans to shout about. St Brigid’s: James Martin; Dar ragh Sheehy, Brian Stack, Sean Trundle; Paul McGrath, Ro nan Stack (0-1), Brian O’HaraDuggan; Mark Daly, Eddie No lan (1-0); Conor Gleeson (1-0), Shane Cunnane (0-2, frees), Robbie Dolan; Ben O’Carroll (2-3, 1-0 pen; 2 frees), Bobby Nugent, Ciaran Sugrue (0-4). Subs: Davy Cunniffe for Glee son (43), Peter Domican for Sheehy (45), Martin Nolan for O’Hara-Duggan (50), Conor Hand for Nugent (55). Padraig Pearses: Aaron Fee hily; Conor Lohan, Mark Rich ardson, Daniel Farrell; Conor Hanley, David Murray, Ro nan Daly; Hubert Darcy (0-3, frees), Niall Daly; Declan Ken ny (0-1), Jack Tumulty (0-2), Caelim Keogh; Eoin Colleran, Tom Butler, Paul Carey. Subs: Niall Carty for Colleran (h/t), Shane Carty (0-1) for Kenny and Jack Downey for Harley (both 37), Emmett Kel ly (0-1) for Carey (43), Lorcan Daly for Lohan (46). Referee: Paddy Neilan. *St Brigid’s are through to the quarter-finals and will face Tul sk in the final round in Group A. Pearses face Strokestown need ing a draw or a win to progress to the last eight.
Having said that, this was a very poor display from Pearses, particularly in defence, as Brig id’s young attackers tore them to shreds with some delightful football. The result was a fore gone conclusion long before referee Paddy Neilan called a halt to Hubertproceedings.Darcypointed a 3rd minute free but by the time they got their next point in the 18th minute the champions were eight points down. In the 6th minute Conor Gleeson blasted home a great goal after a storm ing run and clever pass from Brian Stack. Just two minutes later Eddie Nolan was pulled back on his way towards goal and Ben O’Carroll converted the resultant penalty. Without regular goalkeeper Paul Whelan, Pearses were totally at sea in defence and Brigid’s threatened with almost every attack. Ciaran Sugrue and O’Carroll were posing
Paul McGrath…was one of a number of outstanding performers for St. Brigid’s last weekend. File pic: Bernie O’Farrell
Man of the Match: Eddie Nolan (St Brigid’s)
The great Seanie McDermott pictured on the ball with Shane Pettit hot on his heels during Saturday’s SFC match between Western Gaels and Clann na nGael. Pic: Bernie O’Farrell
problems time after time with some outstanding play. In the 28th minute we saw a contend er for goal of the season. Eddie Nolan set off on a mazy run straight down the centre. He exchanged passes with Sugrue before unleashing a bullet of a shot past Aaron Feehily. It was a fantastic effort. By half-time Brigid’s were 3-5 to 0-3 ahead. The second half was a pedes trian affair as Brigid’s contin ued to dominate. In the 40th minute Ben O’Carroll’s shot squirmed under Feehily for Brigid’s fourth goal and now there were 16 points between theTheteams.respective managers ran their benches as the game pe tered out with Brigid’s in to tal control. Brian Stack, Paul McGrath, Ronan Stack, Eddie Nolan, Shane Cunnane, Ben O’Carroll and Ciaran Sugrue were outstanding on the day. On this evidence it will take a very good team to beat them (if any can) in this year’s champi onship.Itisfar too early to be writ ing the obituary of this Pearses team. They will surely never play as poorly again. However, manager Pat Flanagan will want to put this hammering out of their minds if they are to re gain a title-defending mindset.
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Stat Attack Wides: St Brigid’s 9 (7, first half); Padraig Pearses 8 (4, first half) Red cards: 0 Black cards: 0 Yellow cards: St Brigid’s 1 (Ben O’Carroll); Padraig Pearses 1 (David Murray)
McStay makes his Mayo move!
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< SEAMUS DUKE The Kepak Roscommon SHC reaches the knockout stage this weekend with two quarter-finals down for decision in Athleague on Sunday. In the first game at 2 pm Oran will be the strong favourites to defeat a St. Dominic’s team who start ed this championship well but who have fallen away in recent weeks. It would be a surprise if Oran do not prevail and set up a semifinal clash against Padraig Pearses.It’sarepeat of the 2021 county final in the sec ond quarter-final at 3.45 pm as Athleague take on Tremane. Athleague have struggled for form in this year’s championship but they will be fired up for this derby match against their local rivals. Tremane are in with a big chance if they can get close to fielding their best 15 and particularly if Niall Kilroy is fit to play. Tremane might just re verse last year’s defeat in this one but there is unlike ly to be much in it. Aimee O’Connor in full flight as Elisabeth Cummins pursues her during Friday’s ladies SFC match between Western Gaels and St Dominic’s.
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Back in action: Kevin McStay and Liam McHale (pictured during their term with Roscommon senior footballers) have teamed up again following the appointment of McStay as Mayo manager (his high profile backroom team will include McHale, Stephen Rochford, Damien Mulligan and Donie Buckley).
Former Roscommon manager Kevin McStay was named as the new manager of the Mayo senior football team on Monday night following a meeting of the Mayo GAA Executive committee and the Mayo GAA County Board. The appointment of the Roscom mon town resident brings to an end an almost two-month search for James Horan’s replacement. McStay has been handed a fouryear term and brings with him a strong backroom team of Liam McHale, Stephen Rochford, Damien Mulligan and highly re garded GAA coach from Kerry, Donie Buckley. McStay, who won two Con nacht titles and an All-Star during his playing career with Mayo, also guided Roscommon club St. Brigid’s to All-Ireland club glory in 2013 and went on to win a Connacht title as manager with the Roscommon senior team in 2017, beating Galway 2-15 to 0-12, in Pearse Stadium, Salthill. Wishing Kevin and his backroom team all the best, Mayo GAA Chair person Seamus Tuohy said: “I want to thank all the candidates that put their name forward for the position of Mayo senior football manager. It was an arduous process but we are confident we have chosen the best person for the job. “Kevin has a proven track record with both Roscommon and St. Brigid’s GAA club and he brings a wealth of experience to the posi tion”.Speaking to www.mayogaa.com after his ratification, Kevin McStay said it was a great honour and privi lege to manage his native county. “It was always a desire of mine to return some day to manage the Mayo senior football team and I am very grateful to have been given this opportunity now. I am looking for ward to the challenges that lie ahead and I will leave no stone unturned in my efforts to keep Mayo com petitive and challenging for national honours,” he Meanwhile,said.there has been no public update in recent days on the search by Roscommon GAA for a new manager to replace Anthony Cunningham, who stepped down recently. Padraig Pearses GAA Club have confirmed that they have nom inated their own manager, Pat Fla nagan, for consideration for the role.
