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Back to school… and off to Croker?

So… excitement abounds!

Huh? All going well, we’ll be in Croker next year! But this time, it will be filled to capacity! A DAY FOR THE AGES! Hold on, hold on… you Mystic Meg wannabe…

HUH? I mean, you can’t say with CERTAINTY that we’ll be in Croke Park next year…

Well, all going well!

CYCLING ACCIDENT But… But, nothing! You and I are bound for If you were involved in a cycling Croker next summer… full house, unbriaccident contact dled excitement!

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IT IS GUARANTEED! We’re gonna be there to savour those gifted brothers…

The Smiths? The Murtaghs?

HUH? I know we beat Tyrone and had an off-day against Armagh, but…

I’m talking about the Gallagher brothers! Noel and Liam! You and I are going to Croker next August for the big Oasis comeback! Put that in your diary! And start saving!

Oh, right! Hey, even better, why don’t we suggest to the Editor that we review the concert, or even interview the lads?

Great idea! All expenses paid, of course!

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Of course! I’ll work on applying for press passes… can you do me one favour?

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Will you deal with the Editor on hotel prices?

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Local Leaving Certificate students, who were celebrating after the release of their exam results and receipt of CAO offers (well done to all who sat the Leaving Cert locally) Oasis fans across the world, after Liam and Noel Gallagher ended a 16-year rift and announced a comeback tour of the UK and Ireland Roscommon’s Fiona Tully, who won doubles gold at the World Handball Championships Roscommon Town golfer Olivia Costello, who was a member of the Great Britain and Ireland team that won the Junior Vagliano Cup, defeating the Rest of Europe Reality TV star and successful entrepreneur Spencer Matthews, who completed 30 marathons in 30 days across the Jordanian desert, setting a new world record while also raising funds for charity

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Huh? The kids are gone back to school!

Oh yeah… er, right?

New regime!

Huh? A new regime for me, at home!

Okay…

An opportunity to make a fresh start!

After all, I generally drop the children off at about 8.40 am in the morning…

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Got ya! The summer is over, such as it was! It’s time for discipline, for structure, for early mornings, for a fresh start, a new regime as you say!

Exactly! Especially on those mornings I’m off work, or working remotely.

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How will you use the ‘early morning discipline’ in this positive new way?

Well, for starters, with a quiet house, I was thinking of putting my feet up and watching some TV in peace! That, or reading a book! Or taking up golf!

Huh! Now I see what you mean by a new regime!

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Brendan rallies Rossies for support for Hospice services Brendan Gleeson is encouraging people across Roscommon to get behind a €2.4m national fundraising drive for twenty-four Hospice and specialist palliative homecare providers that make up Together For Hospice, the National Hospice Movement.

The legendary actor is asking everyone to get brewing ahead of next month’s Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning for Hospice, which has raised €45.3m for frontline Hospice care since 1992.

This year’s event takes place on September 26th, but supporters can host or attend one on a date that suits them, with every cent raised locally going to their local Hospice.

Both of Gleeson’s parents spent their final days in St Francis Hospice in Dublin, which is set to begin work on a new 24 single-room in-patient unit, at a cost of €29m.

The Oscar-nominated actor officially launched the fundraiser on Wednesday, August 21st, in Bewley’s Café, Dublin.

“A great quote shared

with me years ago was ‘good health is a golden crown which only those who are ill can see’ – so the person who is sick is seeing how glorious it is. I try to keep an eye on the crown and as long as I’m motoring around alright… I appreciate life.

“So I am asking everyone in Roscommon on September 26th, or whenever suits them, to organise, support, or donate to a coffee morning, wherever it might be held”.

Martina Jennings (CEO of Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation) said, “We are delighted Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning for Hospice, one of Together For Hospice’s longest and most loved fundraisers, is now in its 32nd year of raising funds in support of Hospice in-patient and community services across Ireland.

“It is a chance to celebrate our coffee morning hosts, who give so selflessly of their time and energy in their local communities. This ongoing, unwavering support is invaluable and funds

newsbriefs Active Retirement (Roscommon) resumes

Active Retirement (Roscommon Town) resumes activities on Tuesday, 3rd of September at 2.30 pm in the Hyde Centre.

All are welcome.

Athleague Market

Athleague Indoor and Outdoor Market will take place on Sunday, 8th of September 2024 from 10-3 pm in Athleague Community Centre. For enquiries, call 087 9136692. All are welcome.

Ballinahgelish 5km fundraising Walk

There will be a 5k fundraising walk taking place on Sunday, September 8th, starting at 3 pm at McDermott’s Pub in Ballinaheglish. Proceeds will go towards the Community Centre and general upkeep of the village, and refreshments will be served afterwards in McDermott’s.

The cost of entry is €10 per adult or €20 per family. Please support by coming along on the day or giving a donation.

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Bingo is back in Ballinaheglish on Friday, September 6th, at 8.30 pm. There is a jackpot of €560 up for grabs, so you won’t want to miss out! Your support, as always, would be greatly appreciated.

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Actor Brendan Gleeson pictured with Martina Jennings (CEO, Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation) at the launch of Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning for Hospice. Photo: Conor McCabe

vital services and quality initiatives, enhancing care for patients living with life-limiting illness”.

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A 50th anniversary school reunion for the students of the Convent of Mercy, Roscommon (1969-1974) will take place next month. The reunion of past pupils will take place on Saturday, September 21st, in Gleeson’s Townhouse, The Square, Roscommon Town at 5 pm, after a visit to the Convent school from 2 pm to 4 pm.

Roscommon Town ICA resumes Roscommon Town ICA Guild will return after the summer break on Tuesday, 3rd of September in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon (8 pm). The Guild always welcomes new members.

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Louise’s Beauty Studio celebrates 21 years in business Louise Conneally-Dowd of the award-winning Louise’s Beauty Studio in Roscommon Town is delighted to be celebrating 21 years in business this year.

According to Louise, the time “has flown by”. She told the Roscommon People: “There’s been lots of changes over the years, but I’ve kept up with the many new trends – as well as developing my online store, which has really helped grow the salon further”.

Reflecting on over two decades in business, Louise said, “I’ve been so lucky with my amazing suppliers too, something which has brought me to New York, Milan, London, and every part of Ireland for trainings over the years – with (hopefully) much more to come!”

She also touched on the everexpanding range of services and treatments on offer.

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In recent years, the salon has enjoyed a lot of success at national level, winning a number of awards.

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“I’ve been so lucky and I’m so grateful to all my amazing clients, family, and friends and to the Roscommon People for all this support over the last 21 years”, Louise said. “All clients will be entered into a free draw in the salon next week as a thank you!”.

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PAUL HEALY’S WEEK A (mostly) light-hearted look at the week that was…

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‘Tertulia’ (billed as ‘a bookshop like no other!’) is a charming, captivating bookstore which is well worth a visit. The fine range of books are the reason you initially pop in, but there are nice touches such as cosy seating (so you can relax and read), coffee/tea service, a vinyl records section, and even a Harry Potter corner.

On Monday we drove to Achill, another place close to our hearts.

As ever, the drive to Keem Beach is a wonderful experience, if slightly hair-rising at times! This has rightly been described as an ‘island gem’, a gorgeous, secluded, sheltered bay which is embraced by high cliffs.

Truly stunning.

A wee chat…

The gregarious Louth man sitting at the bar counter in the hotel in Westport tonight was mad for chat… that I could tell. So we had two pints in each other’s company, during which he gloried in the Wee County’s great season in the AllIreland SFC. Mind you, when I lamented the fact that the All-Ireland series is over by July, he made it quite clear that his first love is club football… and off he went on an entertaining overview of his local team’s distinguished past and present. For this man (and many more nationwide), the GAA season is only really starting now.

As a younger man, he had played (and won county medals) and in truth I wouldn’t have fancied receiving even a shoulder, much less a proper dig, from him in full flight.

By the time we were finishing our second pint we had chatted about Bruce Springsteen’s concerts in Croke Park (he “wouldn’t cross the road to see Bruce”) and then randomly moved on to our mutual discomfort with flying. His, it turns out, has to do with feeling claustrophobic.

His claustrophobia also affects him in lifts/elevators. Perhaps it was brought on when a friend told him of being stuck in a lift in Liverpool with eleven other people.

“The maximum capacity was eight people” my new friend said, “but twelve got into the elevator. Well, as luck would have it, it got stuck… and they were trapped together for an hour and a half. My worst nightmare!”

After an enjoyable hour – there is a certain pleasure in such fleeting chats with a fellow sports’ fan – we headed our separate ways (I take it he took the stairs).

FRIDAY Lift (off)…

So, meeting a man (previous item) who dreads confined spaces, and

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for whom being trapped in a lift would be a nightmare – feelings which many people will identify with – had me thinking.

Here then, is my hastily-compiled list of people I would not wish to get stuck in a lift for 90 minutes with…

Humourless people; obsessive conspiracy theorists; excessively loud tourists; people on their way to or from hen/stag parties; Mattie McGrath and Danny Healy-Rae (together); senior members of the DUP returning from a think-in; the cast of Love Island; Michael Gove; Jedward; 2FM DJs going to a party; 2FM DJs coming from a party; anyone selling insurance policies (no offence); the 2 Johnnies; 1 Johnnie; Joe Brolly; Jennifer Zamparelli; Micheál Martin and Mary Lou McDonald in mid-argument; Alan Shearer; Dáithí and Kathryn if they were as exuberant as when presenting the Rose of Tralee; people who can effortlessly talk about themselves for 90 minutes; boxing judges from the

Olympics; Ronnie Whelan when in negative mode (no offence)… and Conor McGregor (list subject to change).

THURSDAY-MONDAY Westport Quay review We arrived in Westport Quay on Thursday for a short break/long weekend, ahead of the ‘return to school’. While we made the odd visit to Westport itself, ‘Westport Quay’ has its own delightful charm and beauty and is a destination we have long enjoyed.

There are lots of tourists around, buses of (mostly) Americans arriving on and off to the Westport Coast Hotel. Sunday was a horrendous day, with torrential rain sweeping across the port. Still, the visitors seemed to take it all in their (wet) stride.

A drive into the heart of the Killary Fijord on Friday reminded us of its stunning beauty. The scenery is

spectacular, surely on a par with any landscape one could encounter anywhere in the world.

Westport’s restaurants and bars were busy all weekend. We confined ourselves to restaurants, bar an hour-long mandatory visit to Matt Molloy’s. In the famous pub, we met a convivial group of Connacht FAI officials who had just attended the unveiling of new facilities at the Westport United grounds. One of the party we got chatting to is a Mayo native who has been living in the US for almost forty years. When we raised the upcoming presidential election, this gentleman acknowledged the momentum Kamala Harris has, but said he’ll be voting Trump “for the sake of the economy”.

Back in Westport Quay on Sunday evening, we had a lovely meal in the quaint Towers Bar and Restaurant.

Nearby, ‘The Helm’ is a lively, attractive premises (bar, restaurant and accommodation) which was busy all weekend.

Today, most children returned to school after the summer holidays… so naturally, it’s the sunniest day for months.

I take a walk into our beautiful Loughnaneane Park. At the pond, the ducks take the sunshine and steady flow of visitors in their stride.

Unless I’m mistaken, they appear indifferent to the strife around the world, the housing crisis, the cost of living, the climate change debate, or any of the multitude of micro issues that occupy the minds of their human admirers.

Even this morning’s news that Oasis are to launch a comeback appears not to have cost them a thought.

Instead, our feathered friends gracefully navigate their serene area of this precious amenity, some gathering in groups before occasionally breaking into elegant paddling forays into the heart of the pond.

This morning, a few opt for the shade in the bosom of the island feature, while others stand on rocks and savour the rare sunshine. An Oasis, one might say.

Loughnaneane Park can slow the world down for us, if we open ourselves to its wonders.

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Avondale and jockey Seamie Heffernan in the parade ring after winning the Sean Cleary Memorial Handicap of €11,500 at Roscommon Races last week. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Racing resumes in Roscommon on Monday Racing on the flat is set to return to Roscommon Racecourse next Monday, the 2nd of September, following the most recent fixture, which produced some fine performances – most notably from Joseph O’Brien’s Sigh No More in the Irish EBF Series Races.

While the filly came from last to first to win at Galway a few weeks ago, for a few strides at Roscommon, the well backed favourite looked beaten. But she found plenty in the straight to win in the hands of jockey Dylan Browne McMonagle, who said, “She was plenty green and raw there, and I do think that she’ll improve again for that.

She loved the soft ground, and she is a filly on the up”.

The sponsor of that race, the Irish EBF, are one of the sponsors at Roscommon again next week.

The best performance of the night came from Sea Eagle, who revelled in the testing ground to credit both Ger O’Leary and Shane Foley with their second winner of the night in the Conor Cassidy Car Sales Handicap. The pair also won the opener with Come On The Lads.

Billy Lee rode a treble, and all three jockeys mentioned above will be in action next week – as will Champion Jockey Colin Keane, who drew a rare blank at Roscommon Racecourse the last day.

Despite some heavy rain before racing, the track held up very well and is in good shape heading into the last few fixtures for 2024. It’s been a great year for Roscommon Racecourse so far, and if you haven’t made it to the track yet, be sure you don’t miss out – make the visit next week, or during any of the upcoming remaining features.

Roscommon Racecourse would like to extend a big thank you to all their loyal sponsors and patrons for their continued support. The best turned out prizes are sponsored by Casey Lawnmowers, Fuerty, Co Roscommon.

Ticket offers are available, so do log onto roscommonracecourse.ie to avail of these. Special admission prices are €10 for adults and €5 for OAPs and students.

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ROADS ACT 1993, SECTION 75 ROADS REGULATIONS 1994, ARTICLE 12

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ROAD WORKS SPEED LIMIT ORDER Road Traffic Act 2004, Section 10

Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Section 10 of the Road Traffic Act, 2004 that Roscommon County

Roscommon County Council intends to close the road set out in the schedule hereunder for the period and the reason specified.

Council made a Road Works Speed Limit Order10 toofapply a Speed set out the schedule below at Notice is has hereby given, in accordance with Section the Road TraffiLimit c Act,as2004 thatinRoscommon the locations as set out in the schedule below.

County Council has made a Road Works Speed Limit Order to apply a Speed Limit as set out in the schedule below at the locations as set out in the schedule below.

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From: 9.00 pm on Friday 20th September 2024 to 6.00 am on Monday 23rd September 2024

Reason for Closures: To facilitate Global Rossie Weekend Objections in respect of the proposed closure may be made in writing to the Roads and Transportation Department or e-mailed to roads@ roscommoncoco.ie to arrive not later than 5.00pm on Wednesday 4th September 2024.

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Life-sized statue of Fr Browne to be unveiled  ALANNAH ITA HEALY

COMMUNITY MAN: The late Fr. Raymond Browne pictured at the official opening in March 2020 of the new astroturf pitch in Kilbride.

A life-sized memorial statue depicting beloved local priest Fr Raymond Browne, who passed away in November 2020 aged 92, is to be unveiled on Sunday, September 8th, in Fourmilehouse.

Fr Browne served the parish of Kilbride for 34 years (29 as parish priest and 5 as pastor-emeritus). Prior to his time in Kilbride, his ministry took him to a number of parishes, including Drumboylan and Roscommon town (for fourteen years each), and he also spent four years in Nigeria.

He was immensely dedicated to his work, spending his retirement years continuing to exercise an active pastoral ministry.

Fr Browne’s memorial statue, which has been constructed from marble, was commissioned with County Roscommon-based company Feelystone. As Kilbride parish comprises both Fourmilehouse and Derrane, the decision was made to erect the statue in Fouremilehouse, within the vicinity of St Brigid’s Church, and to install new public seating in memory of Fr Browne in Derrane, close to Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

The official unveiling ceremony will be preceded by a special Mass at 12 noon, celebrated by the Bishop

of Elphin, Kevin Doran. After Mass, Bishop Doran will bless the statue, along with the new public seating.

Refreshments will be served in the community centre.

Speaking to the Roscommon People this week, Chairperson of the Fr Raymond Browne Memorial Committee, Timmy Donnelly, explained how the project started.

“When he passed away, it was a big hit to the community, but it was during Covid, so we decided not to celebrate his life at that time as we were having lockdowns”, he explained. “In the end, we decided to set up a committee of like-minded people to do something to honour him and all he did”.

Mr Donnelly outlined the enormous impact Fr Browne had on the area over the years: “When he first came to the parish, the new school was being built and he got stuck in right away, helping out”.

“He got a lot done”, Chairperson Donnelly told the People, describing how Fr Browne oversaw the development of countless facilities, such as the local community centre, childcare centre, eight houses for the elderly, and a community building for the elderly, which is also used by the Alzheimer’s Society for day care.

The impact of these developments

is still felt strongly today: “That community centre must be the best used in Connacht!”, Chairperson Donnelly told the People.

Chairperson Donnelly also commended Fr Browne’s many other undertakings, such as organising group trips to visit shrines, and his dedication to developing a community that served its young people.

“He was an unreal man, a man of great vision”, Mr Donnelly explained. “He had a way of getting things done and he wouldn’t take no for an answer.

“He was a very good man, and very spiritual. He was so dedicated to helping his community, and he worked right until his last days. We’re looking forward to honouring him with this statue”.

The committee began a fundraising drive for the memorial statue last year, and are still accepting donations to finance all aspects of the project. Donations can be made online via iDonate (idonate.ie/fundraiser/FrRaymondBrowneMemorial), handed in to the local shop or church, or given directly to any of the committee members.

All are welcome to attend the upcoming unveiling in Fourmilehouse, to celebrate Fr Browne’s rich legacy and support the committee’s work in delivering this project.

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Exciting news for the Boyle community – the Slimming World group is making a much-anticipated relaunch in the area on Tuesday, September 10th, at 7 pm in St Joseph’s Resource Centre.

This relaunch is set to offer local residents a fresh opportunity to embark on their journey towards a healthier lifestyle, guided by the inspiring story and experience of the group’s new consultant, Breanne.

Breanne Farrell, a Boyle local, knows first-hand the challenges of managing weight – especially during difficult times. Like many of us, she felt the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on her health.

As a frontline worker, Breanne found herself battling not just the demands of her job, but also the creeping ‘Covid pounds’ that many experienced during those trying times.

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Her personal triumph inspired her to take on a new role within the Slimming World family, becoming a consultant to help others achieve their goals. Last September, she successfully relaunched the Strokestown Saturday morning group, which has seen remarkable success, with members collectively losing an incredible 140 stone so far this year!

Now Breanne is bringing her passion and expertise back to her home town, where she’s eager to help Boyle residents achieve similar success. Her own experience and career as a nurse makes her an empathetic and motivational leader, uniquely equipped to support members through the ups and downs of their weight loss journeys.

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Hospice Coffee Morning appeal Mayo/Roscommon Hospice are calling for people to host a coffee morning on National Coffee Morning for Hospice, sponsored by Bewleys, on Thursday, September 26th – or on another date if that suits you better.

You can host a coffee morning/evening with family, friends, or work colleagues, or you can have a Drive-By or takeaway coffees if you wish. Anything goes!

Please register for your free pack online at hospice.ie/ coffee. For more, email info@hospice.ie or call 094 9388666.

Donations are also welcome online at hospice.ie.

Please support this important event, and help raise funds for vital hospice services in the area while enjoying a coffee and a chat.

Rahara Tidy Towns community night out!

Join Rahara Tidy Towns for a fun-filled night out for the entire Rahara community – taking place on Saturday, September 7th, at PJ’s Bar in Castlecoote.

Enjoy delicious food by Nana Anne’s, which will be served at 8 pm, followed by live music from Celtic Crú.

Everyone is welcome, but if you wish to secure your place on the bus, please contact Orla at 086 6036432.

Free course on becoming ‘A Healthy, Greener You’ Roscommon Women’s Network (RWN) are hosting a new, free course, aimed at helping participants achieve ‘A Healthy, Greener You’.

Incorporating a little self-care, shopping tips, waste reduction tips, and information about minding our communities and our planet, this course will teach how small changes in our everyday routine can help ourselves and our communities be healthier and happier.

This free, six-week course will be starting in midSeptember in Castlerea, and in October in Roscommon.

Places are limited, so to book your place now, or to find out more information, please contact RWN on 094 9621690, text 086 8099154, email info@rwn.ie, or message RWN’s Facebook page.

Pictured during the recent Roscommon SFC first round match between Michael Glaveys and St Brigid’s in Ballinlough. Pic: Bernie O’Farrell

The Roscommon Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) will be holding church gate collections at the following churches over the coming weekends. A collections will be held at St Mary’s Church in Gortaganny on Saturday, August 31st. One will also be held on Sunday, September 1st, in Ballinlough at the Church of The Immaculate Conception, and in Granlahan at St Patrick’s Church. A collection will be held at St Patrick’s Church in Knockcroghery on Saturday, September 7th. Collections will be held in the Church of The Risen Christ in Kiltoom on both Saturday, September 7th, and Sunday, September 8th. Collections will also be held in the Church of Mary Immaculate in Rahara, St John’s Church in Lecarrow, and in St Brigid’s Church in Curraghaboy, on Sunday, September 8th. These collections are a great opportunity to raise muchneeded funds for animal welfare work and raise awareness of the RSPCA’s mission and vision. If you would like to learn more about the RSPCA, please visit roscommonspca. ie or call 087 0505594. Your support would be greatly appreciated. All donations will go directly towards animal welfare in the county.

Williamstown bus shelter delay Senator Eugene Murphy has cast doubt on the level of commitment there is to prioritising a much-needed Williamstown bus shelter.

He says the project does not seem to be a priority at present for the National Transport Agency (NTA) or Galway County Council.

Following correspondence with the National Transport Agency, the senator expressed concern that it will be some time before this project proceeds.

Senator Murphy welcomed the recent announcement about bus shelters throughout East Galway, but says he is very disappointed with the Williamstown situation.

“There are a number of people, including school students, catching buses there each day and they are entitled to have a bus shelter like any other community in the region”, he said.

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“If the bus stop point must change, let’s have a discussion and get it changed. If there are concerns about private properties close to the present bus stop, then let us deal with that issue also. It is not beyond

the people of the region to have a solution to this, and they should be asked for their opinions”.

Senator Murphy said he would be writing to Junior Transport Minister James Lawless in the coming days to see if the matter can be rectified.

“I understand there are challenges in relation to the Williamstown bus stop shelter, but surely such matters can be solved without having years of a delay”, he concluded.

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Council campaign showcases benefits of life in Roscommon Global Rossie Day to take place on September 22nd Roscommon County Council have officially launched a new campaign called ‘Roscommon Bound’, which showcases why Roscommon is the perfect county to live, work and visit.

The campaign explores why people should “choose Roscommon for a richer life”, focusing on key locations and towns where people can work, connect, explore, get involved and unwind. The aim is to encourage people to pick Roscommon as an anchor point for a successful career and a better quality of life.

Since the pandemic, opportunities for remote and hybrid working have opened up the possibility to move away from the capital city or larger urban areas, and work from locations where a work/life balance is achievable. In a survey conducted on behalf of the Council, over a quarter of Roscommon business owners said they offer hybrid working conditions to their staff, with 25% planning on continuing the hybrid approach for at least the next five years.

As part of the Roscommon Bound campaign, Global Rossie Day will take place on September 22nd – a celebration designed to encourage people living in Roscommon to become a tourist within their own county, as well as encouraging Rossies based elsewhere to engage with a celebration of their roots and all that makes Roscommon great!

Over the autumn weekend, Roscommon will be brimming with activities, entertainment and captivating experiences which will give people a true sense of Roscommon.

Roscommon Bound has identified several key riches within the county, such as community, connectivity, tourism, wellness, economic development, heritage, culture, and sport. Across the thriving towns of Boyle, Ballaghaderreen, Castlerea, Monksland, Roscommon Town and Strokestown, Roscommon County Council are working together to highlight the opportunities available in Roscommon and to attract new

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Roscommon Bound spokesperson for Roscommon County Council, Lisa Joy, commented on the launch: “Roscommon Bound is about connecting the global Rossie family to share and promote the uniqueness of Roscommon’s heritage, communities, towns and villages, and the opportunities that exist for people.

“Roscommon has a very strong sense of community, providing ample opportunities for people to connect with others, which plays a pivotal role in the quality of life that people can enjoy.

There is a rich cultural eco-system throughout Roscommon with an array of festivals, creative arts and entertainment, and a host of diverse amenities lending itself well to supporting sports and other pastimes.

“Historical heritage also plays a significant role in shaping the sense of richness of life in Roscommon, while connectivity can take on multiple meanings in terms of the ‘richer life’ that the county can provide… from high-speed connection to the outside world enabling successful careers on location or remotely, to the connection provided by the neighbourly communities and the connection with nature so easily accessible due to the wealth of outdoor activities available”.

For more information on Global Rossie Day, and the events taking place in various Roscommon locations, see roscommonbound.ie. Stay up to date by following Roscommon Bound on social media (@roscommonbound on Instagram and LinkedIn and @visitroscommon on Facebook).

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Closing time: what’s behind recent headlines about restaurant closures?

This week, a frank take on how we should deal with public disorder; Musings on recent restaurant closures; Weather woes; And a true tale with a sting in it…

In this age of everything wonderful (supposedly) about social media, and at a time when we can share everything we do with people we have never met and most likely never will – from what we eat for breakfast to even the most intimate details of our lives – I have to admit that I am still a newspaper man. Every week, to my wife’s horror, I bring approximately 10 or 12 papers into the house.

The big problem is getting rid of them. Even though they are still the best things for cleaning glass, I am continually told that there are papers

lying everywhere about the house, and to please gather them up and bin them.

However, in my opinion newspapers are the best way to keep up with all the happenings in the world – from the latest in news and business, to entertainment and sport.

In the last week or so, for example, there have been numerous reports on the closure of restaurants all over the country. Three very well established businesses in Dublin – Ukiyo (20 years open), Brasserie Sixty6 (25 years open) and Rustic Stone (15 years open) – all of which are very prominent eating houses on the lucrative Dublin market, have all been forced to close their doors.

The high running costs – from spiralling prices on produce, to wage demands, rents, rates, and VAT – are all cited among the reasons for closure.

But most worrying of all, among the reasons are the problems with anti-social behaviour in the inner city; some patrons are afraid to come into town after dark, and prefer to go to outer shopping centres.

Lack of adequate policing on the streets is a huge concern to business owners and customers alike, and the public is voting with its feet. And so as a result, takings in these three restaurants were substantially down, and all of them have now ceased to trade.

Since last September, 577 restaurants and cafes have closed down, according to the Restaurants Association of Ireland. Politically, it seems that the decision in last year’s Budget to increase the VAT rate from 9% to 13.5% has been pretty disastrous.

In fact, according to Adrian Cummins of the Restaurant Association of Ireland, the change in the VAT rate has been the major contributory factor. Along with the increase in January of the minimum wage by 12.4%, in his words – “the model is broken”.

At this point, he believes the upcoming Budget is the most important ever, saying it’s last chance saloon for the hospitality sector.

With about one in ten people working in the hospitality industry in Ireland,

Crime and (lack of) punishment…

As mentioned, one of the reasons given for the fall-off in the restaurant takings in Dublin was the effect anti-social behaviour had on the respective areas. This made me think about the huge difference between our reaction here in Ireland to the disturbances in Coolock on July 15th, and the reaction across the water after the July 29th knife attacks and subsequent disorder in Southport.

30 people were arrested here after the Coolock trouble, but at the time of writing none of them have been sentenced. 20 people have appeared before the courts, but all were released on bail and will appear before the courts again next month. 30 more who were arrested after the riots in Dublin on November 23rd are still awaiting sentencing, and Justice Minister Helen McEntee has given no timeframe as to when this will actually happen – although she does say they could face up to ten years in jail.

Contrast that to the zero tolerance attitude being shown to miscreants over in the UK, where trials were fast-tracked, extra prosecutors were deployed, extra court sittings were ordered, and 190 people have already been sentenced – with most of them going to prison.

It’s time our legislators came down hard on those who choose to disobey the law and carry out acts of thuggery and violence, and we should follow the UK’s example and make them realise such behaviour will not be tolerated.

So speed up the system, get them their trials, and send them off to jail to ponder the wisdom of their actions.

one would expect the Government to do something to halt all of these closures.

I am the first to admit that I don’t eat out very often. The truth is that, in a lot of places, the prices are prohibitive.

And as someone who used to visit Spain on a reasonably regular basis, I always wondered how they can produce top quality meals at a fraction of our prices.

One of the few programmes I watch on telly nowadays is The Hotel Inspector, where Alex Polizzi tries to help struggling hotels and guesthouses get back on their feet. Invariably she finds that restaurants have far too much stuff on their menus, and that they would be far better off with simplified, more basic menus.

Now I wrote all of the above on Saturday night, and as I continue with it on Sunday, I have (as it happens) just come back from having an unplanned Sunday lunch in Screene’s of Guilka, outside Moylough. I told you before of the great value, quality, and service

that Screene’s has to offer, but in truth it was more than a year since I had last visited it, and I am glad to report that nothing had changed; the place was packed, the food was both tasty and more than substantial, and the price was still extremely good. And as I studied the varied but uncomplicated menu, I wondered if some of our upper class eateries just lost the run of themselves? Are they having to charge exorbitant prices for stuff the ordinary Irish punter mightn’t want to eat in the first place?

Some weeks ago, we dined in Regan’s in Roscommon, and it too had all the signs of a busy but affordable restaurant.

I hate to see any business close its doors – and undoubtedly the hospitality sector needs help from our Government – but at the same time, places like Regan’s and Screene’s and many more can continue to offer great value, great food, and pleasant surroundings – and still keep their doors open.

Maybe there’s a lesson there somewhere!

Rain check on August weather As I finish this week’s column, we are into the last week of August – and if ever there was proof we are experiencing climate change, one can say that this month has provided it.

Pitches that would normally be as dry as a bone are now waterlogged messes, with lots of them in a worse condition than you would expect to see in the depths of winter.

On Sunday, our local football pitch, which is in great nick, was called upon to host the quarterfinal of the senior hurling championship game between Oran and Athleague, because it was felt the excellent pitch in Ballyforan would not be able for two games in one day – they already had the other quarter-final between the Gaels and

Tremane earlier on Sunday. This was, of course, no reflection on the top class facilities in Ballyforan, but instead a sad indictment on all the rain that has fallen in the last few weeks.

I also attended a training session on a different pitch altogether on Sunday, and if I didn’t actually see it for myself I wouldn’t have believed how badly cut up it was after only a few minutes of training.

Maybe I am looking at life through (old) rose-tinted glasses, but I seem to remember in my young days seeing my uncle Michael cutting acres and acres of corn in the latter part of August, and never having any trouble with the machinery getting bogged down. But if we brought a tractor or a harvester into the pitch

I was on last Sunday morning, I would say they might never surface again.

Anyway, once again it proved that the provision of the 4G pitch at the rugby club in Creggs was an inspired decision. On Saturday, we hosted two big underage interprovincials between Leinster and Connacht, and as usual the visiting Leinster supporters were visibly shocked by the facilities they found in our little village.

As I write this on Monday morning, the rain has just returned, and it looks like another wild, wet, and cold week to bring the month of August to a close. I can’t wait until January, when we might see some fine weather, and wall-to-wall sunshine!

And finally…

You may recall me writing about a time a couple of summers ago when I had two nests of wasps in the hedge at the front of the house, and had to call on the services of Alan O’Keeffe of AOK Pest Control to get rid of them.

Well today I read in the paper about the horrific experience Welshman Andrew Powell had last Sunday at the hands (not sure if that’s the right word) of hundreds of wasps.

He had just returned from a bike ride when the wasps swarmed on top of him, and by the time they were finished he had been stung 240 times. His wife described his back as being “a carpet of wasps”.

Andrew said that he kept going in and out of consciousness and credited his local hospital’s minor injuries unit for saving his life. I presume Roscommon Hospital has a similar unit, but either way, if you do have a nest of wasps anywhere around you, don’t try to get rid of them yourself – call the experts.

’Til next week, bye for now

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With €40,000 in prizes up for grabs, this year’s event promises to be as exciting as ever, with a variety of new classes having been introduced for 2024.

As ever, there is a host of exciting animal classes in store – such as cattle, sheep, goat, dog, poultry, horse, pony, and donkey classes.

And with the introduction of extra classes and the top prizes on offer, there is sure to be a lot of interest in animal sections at this year’s show.

There will also be classes for farm and garden produce, cooking, handmade crafts, art, and photography. In addition to this, the junior section will allow younger participants to compete across a range of different categories, including general art and writing classes as well as wooden spoon, decorated egg/ vegetables/stone, edible necklace, pebble art, and crazy hat classes.

And the fun doesn’t stop there;

other attractions at this year’s show include Gerald Butler’s jive lessons and competitions, trade stands, free kids entertainment, and the long list of competitions for Bonny Baby, Elphin Little Miss and Master, Parent and Child look-a-like, Miss

Teen, Glamorous Granny, and Most Appropriately Dressed Lady and Gentleman.

There is sure to be something for everyone at this year’s 45th Annual Elphin Agricultural Show, so don’t miss out on this exciting event!

Chairperson thanks sponsors, committee, and public for their support The 45th annual Elphin Agricultural Show was launched recently in An Bothar Rua, and was attended by a number of local elected representatives, representatives from cattle breed societies, show sponsors and

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“We look forward to a fine day for Elphin’s 45th Annual Show”, Chairperson Gormley commented. “We hope this show will be as successful as previous years and that the weather is good.

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After a busy day of classes and competitions, the 45th annual Elphin Agricultural Show – taking place this Saturday, August 31st – will culminate with a show dance and monster raffle in An Bothar Rua. Featuring live music by Celtic Cru, this free show dance will be the perfect way to wrap proceedings up on a really high note, with dancing from 9.30 pm until late.

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The bullock ring witnessed the top quality stores exceed €4 a kilo, with heavier lots making up to €2060. The heifer ring achieved €3.47 a kilo for the top quality store heifers, with heavier lots making up to €2100. Dry cows peaked at €2180, and cows with calves at foot made up to €2610. The runner ring witnessed an increase in numbers presented, with a variance in price depending on quality.

Bullocks, sample prices: Lmx 445kgs €1820, Lm 445kgs €1810, Ch 480kgs €1490, Lm 500kgs €1560, AA 545kgs €1580, Ch 575kgs €1800, Ch 550kgs €1780, AA 600kgs €1890, Ch 620kgs €1890, Ch 690kgs €2060, Sim 655kgs €1960, and Sax 665kgs €1700.

Heifers, sample prices: Chx 395kgs €1350, Ch 415kgs €1330, Lm 395kgs €1320, Lmx 480kgs €1670, Lmx 474kgs €1480, Ch 435kgs €1440, and Ch 690kgs €2100.

Dry cows, sample prices: Lmx 800kgs €2180, Ch 780kgs €2170, Lmx 720kgs €2060, BBx 710kgs €2040, Fr 450kgs €600, Lmx 770kgs €2060, AAx 705kgs €1760, and Her 675kgs €1590.

Cows with calves at foot made from €1320 to €2610 for a Limousin cow and her BB bull calf at foot. Springers made from €1600 to €2050. In terms of calves/runners, lots made from €150 to €810.

Weanling bulls, sample prices: Lmx 290kgs €1000, Lm 270kgs €970, AAx 290kgs €930, Lm 255kgs €840, Ch 435kgs €1300, Lm 405kgs €1270, Lm 350kgs €1120, and BBx 370kgs €1100.

Weanling heifers, sample prices: Ch 390kgs €1450, BBx 370kgs €1200, Lm 325kgs €1100, Ch 255kgs €790, Ch 280kgs €800, and Shx 350kgs €920.

Sales continue at Castlerea Mart every Thursday, with the weekly sale of bullocks, heifers, cows, calves, runners and weanlings. All sales commence at 11 am with three rings in operation.

Roscommon MART WATCH Cattle: There was a large entry of stock on offer at last Friday’s special sale of bullocks on Friday, August 23rd.

Bullocks fetched an average of €2.97 per kilo up to €3.63 per kilo. There was a good entry of dry cows and they made an average of €2.45 per kilo up to €3.04 per kilo. There was a good attendance of customers at the ringside with online bidders also active.

Dry cows ranged from an average of €2.45 per kilo up to €3.04 per kilo. Sample prices: LMX -605KG -€1840 -€3.04 per kg, BA- 720KG- €2080€2.89 per kg, LM -550KG- €1540- €2.80 per kg, BBX -705KG -€2080- €2.95 per kg, HEX-805KG€1720- €2.14 per kg, and SIX-570KG -€1470€2.58 per kg.

Bullocks ranged from an average of €2.97 per kilo up to €3.63 per kilo. Sample prices: CHX-705KG- €2490- €3.53 per kg, CHX- 645KG€2340 - €3.63 per kg, two CHX-625KG- €2250€3.60 per kg, AAX- 785KG- €2290- €2.92 per kg, AAX- 675KG- €2070- €3.07 per kg, PTX -635KG - €2090-€3.29 per kg, CHX- 585KG- €2030- €3.47 per kg, LMX- 680KG- €2190- €3.22 per kg, and LM- 625KG- €2080- €3.33 per kg.

Weanlings There was a smaller entry of quality weanlings on offer at our sale on Tuesday, August 27th, with a strong trade for bulls. Our next sale takes place Tuesday, September 20th.

Bull weanlings fetched from an average of €3.33 per kilo up to €4.66 per kilo, and heifer Weanlings made from an average of €2.93 per kilo up to €3.55.

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Representatives from Creggs Rugby Club pictured at Loughnaneane Park on Saturday for Roscommon Pride’s Family Fun Day.

Attendees at the Family Fun Day element of Roscommon Pride events last weekend included (left to right) Sheila Coyle (Social Inclusion Officer, Roscommon County Council), Cllr John Keogh and MEP Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan.

Photo: Emma Healy

Roscommon’s inaugural Pride March took off from the Quad Centre before travelling through town on Saturday. Pictured on Saturday were Darragh Kelly, Roscommon County Council; Sheila Coyle (Social Inclusion Officer, Roscommon County Council) and Roscommon Pride March Grand Marshal Will Keane.

Organisers ‘overwhelmed’ by success of Roscommon’s first Pride

The Roscommon Pride March makes its way up Abbey Street last Saturday. Photo: Emma Healy

The Roscommon Pride March makes its way up Main Street on Saturday. Photo: Emma Healy

Local authority proud to support Roscommon Pride

In a press statement, Roscommon County Council said it was proud to support Roscommon’s inaugural Pride March.

Speaking following the weekend’s events, Chief Executive of Roscommon County Council Shane Tiernan paid tribute to the event organisers, who he said had delivered a varied, insightful, and enjoyable programme.

“Roscommon County Council was delighted to support last weekend’s Pride Festival”, he commented. “Through the work of our Community Department, we strongly support inclusiveness and diversity in our communities, which in turn enhances and inspires a society for everyone to share in. That support is varied and multi-faceted, empowering all citizens to fulfil their potential.

“Supporting all of our communities is at the heart of what we do in Roscommon County Council. Our ambition as a local authority is to ensure the county is a great place to live, work, visit and enjoy – all of our citizens have a role in making this a reality”.

Organisers of the inaugural Roscommon Pride celebrations say last weekend’s series of events were a great success.

Roscommon-based LGBTQ+ activist and Roscommon Pride March Grand Marshal Will Keane told the Roscommon People that he and the entire organising team behind Roscommon Pride were “overwhelmed” by the level of support shown.

“It was amazing”, he commented.

“I’d prepared myself to have to march alone if no one turned up, but when I saw about 300 people turn out on the day… overwhelmed is the word”.

“It was such a positive event in so many ways”, he continued, noting that in addition to the supportive atmosphere, the celebrations served to show off all the local area has to offer. “Roscommon looked amazing – some of the drone shots with the flag (as the march travelled through town) were brilliant”.

Will also touched on the significance of this event for Roscommon’s LGBTQ+ community – including those who have moved away.

“I got talking to so many people who said they had essentially emi-

Pictured are attendees at the Family Fun Day element of Roscommon Pride events last weekend. Picture: Emma Healy.

grated (from Roscommon) to be gay, and that it was just so heart-warming to see this kind of event happening in Roscommon”, he explained, highlighting the “sense of validation” the celebrations were able to achieve for the community.

Friday’s Drag Bingo had attracted a full house – setting the tone for the rest of the weekend. On Saturday, activist Philippa Ryder hosted an engaging panel discussion on LGBTQ+ resistance, followed by the inaugural Roscommon Pride March, which saw the streets fill with colour as the procession journeyed through town towards Loughnaneane Park for the Family Fun Day. The day finished with a ‘Pride Party’ in the Coachman’s Inn, featuring performances by The HAUS of KWÉN. Sunday’s Colour Run in aid of Roscommon’s LGBTQ+ Youth Group was followed by a ‘Pride Comedown Party’ at Gleeson’s Townhouse. The festivities wrapped up with a free screening of LGBTQ+ movies in Boyle.

Will confirmed to the Roscommon People that the organisers intend to make Roscommon Pride an annual event: “We’ll see everyone back on the streets of Roscommon in 2025!”

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New competition unveiled by LEO

A new competition, ‘Startup Launchpad’ has been initiated by Roscommon’s Local Enterprise Office (LEO) to celebrate the outstanding achievements of start-up businesses in the county, marking ten years of the Local Enterprise Office supporting entrepreneurs.

The competition is open to all Roscommon-based businesses who have started in the last year and to all Roscommon residents who are planning to start a new business or have a business idea that they want to explore.

‘Startup Launchpad’ will run across two categories, namely Best Business Idea and Best Start-Up with cash prizes on offer for the winners in each category.

Twenty applicants will be invited to attend a free, intensive one-day Bootcamp in October to help them develop their ideas and businesses and to receive brilliant business advice and practical support on making their business plan a reality.

The application process is quick, free and simple. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, September 20th. To apply, visit www.localenterprise. ie/roscommon.

For further information, contact the Local Enterprise Office team to speak to a team member on 09066 26263 or email localenterprise@roscommoncoco.ie and the LEO office team will be happy to assist.

Commenting, Enda Cannon of Local Enterprise Office Roscommon remarked: “If you are a new start-up, are planning to start a business or are just Enda Cannon of Local at the idea stage, no matter Enterprise Office how early, this is an amazRoscommon ing opportunity to access the full range of Local Enterprise Office supports and even win cash prizes”.

Speaking at the launch, Louise Ward, Head of Enterprise with Local Enterprise Office Roscommon said: “We are so proud of our talented, creative and innovative entrepreneurs in Roscommon and Startup Launchpad is the perfect way to acknowledge and celebrate these innovators, as they are vital to the future of our economy”.

Pictured is Creative Heartlands design manager Stuart Lawn.

Pictured are members of the Creative Heartlands project team – Stuart Lawn, Becky Farrell, and Johnny Gogan.

‘Creative Heartlands’ is national winner in European Enterprise Promotion Awards A regional project called ‘Creative Heartlands’ has been selected as the national winner for the prestigious European Enterprise Promotion Awards and will now go forward as the Irish entry to the European jury.

The award recognises investment in entrepreneurial skills and comes four years after the Creative Heartlands began operating in Leitrim, Sligo, and Roscommon to support and sustain creative enterprises – particularly in the film and design sectors.

Leitrim County Council established the Creative Heartlands in 2020 as a unique collaboration between the Arts and Local Enterprise

Offices of the Local Authorities in Leitrim, Sligo, and Roscommon and the Leitrim Design House.

In 2021, the project successfully secured funding from Enterprise Ireland under the Regional Enterprise Development Fund and what followed was a suite of supports rolled out to the creative enterprises across the three counties.

Joe Lowe (Head of Enterprise, Leitrim County Council) said, “This region has one of the highest proportion of people working in the creative sector nationwide.

“The vast majority are small businesses, but they provide significant employment in our region. To en-

sure sustainability, we must put in place the infrastructure and supports to enable the sectors’ growth”.

Also speaking about the award, Rhona McGrath (Arts Officer with Roscommon County Council) said, “Being chosen as the national winner for the European award underscores the achievements made so far through the Creative Heartlands initiative.

“This recognition showcases the project’s significant impact and positions it among the leading efforts in Europe dedicated to sustaining and supporting SMEs. We are honoured by this selection and are eager to continue our

Digital Summit at Croke Park in early September Digital Business Ireland, a representative body for digital and online businesses, has announced that tech start-up, Great Visitor Experiences, will receive a complimentary expo stand at the Digital Summit as part of the organisation’s Digital First initiative.

The Digital Summit takes place on September 5th at iconic sporting venue, Croke Park, where up to 1000 SMEs are expected to attend. Featuring sessions from global industry leaders and experts such as luxury retailers, the Chanel Group, Guerlain, Puig and Trustpilot, Meta, Google and many more, the expo area will be replete with cuttingedge digital suppliers.

Great Visitor Experiences (GVE) will now join some of the global brands who will be showcasing their cuttingedge digital tools, strategies and supports. The company will also benefit from one-to-one mentoring with a digital leader.

The 2024 Digital-first initiative is the second time DBI has rewarded an emerging digital company, that operates only online and without a bricks-and-mortar premises.

Great Visitor Experiences (GVE) is an award-winning tourism tech start-up. The company’s solution is a sophisticated AI Travel Itinerary that integrates with a Destination Management Organisation (DMO) website to offer real-time, personalised travel plans.

Ciara Ryan (AIB), Linda Codoul (Network Ireland President), and Anna-Marie Turley (Enterprise Ireland), pictured at the Lyrath Estate Hotel in Kilkenny for the launch of Network Ireland’s Annual Conference and Businesswoman of the Year Awards. Pic: Patrick Browne.

work within the creative sector”.

Jeremey Cullen (Roscommon Local Enterprise Office) added: “The prize not only recognises the contributions of our partners and funders, but also celebrates the creative enterprises themselves.

“Since the project’s inception, we’ve experienced remarkable engagement and commitment from the sector, and this award is a testament to their efforts as well”.

Creative Heartlands will now go forward for consideration for the Grand Jury Prize for the European Award. The shortlist is expected to be announced in late September, with the final in November.

Record number of applicants for Businesswoman of Year Awards 2024

Network Ireland says it has received the highest ever number of applications for its renowned Businesswoman of the Year Awards, which recognise the achievements of accomplished and committed female professionals.

The women’s business group received almost 460 applications from members across its branches, highlighting female-led entrepreneurship figures around the country.

The winners from seventeen local branch finals will go forward to a national level round, where a panel of business experts select the winners in the eight categories. The successful businesswomen will be announced at a gala awards ceremony at Lyrath Estate Hotel, Kilkenny, on Friday, September 27th.

The event coincides with the Network Ireland national conference, which affords attendees networking opportunities, interactive sessions and focused masterclasses. The flagship event will include a range of inspirational speakers on topics such as empowering growth, leadership agility and unlocking success strategies.

The conference this year is focusing on the talented businesswomen amongst the network. Speakers on the day will represent their local branch, showcasing the diverse range of expertise amongst the organisation.

For more, visit networkireland.ie.

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NewsPeople newsbriefs Day of Retreat in Curraghboy A Day of Retreat/Spiritual Renewal and Healing will take place at Our Lady Star of the Sea Prayer Centre in Curraghboy, Athlone (N37W704), on Saturday, September 7th.

Commencing at 10 am and concluding at 5 pm, the event will be led by Fr Oisín Martin of the Friars of the Renewal in Limerick.

Confessions will be available from 10 am to 1 pm and Holy Mass will commence in the afternoon.

As this is a one-day retreat, please bring a packed lunch. Teas and coffee will be provided.

All are most welcome to attend.

If you have any enquiries, please contact 086 4054489.

Kilcroan Cemetery Mass: a thank you A big thanks to everyone who attended our annual cemetery Mass in Kilcroan on Sunday. We were truly blessed by a lovely sunny day.

Thank you to Fr Pat, Fr Julian, and Fr Benny for the lovely Mass, and to our sacristan Kathleen for preparing the altar. Thanks to Des Joyce for the sound and Pat McDonagh for the canopy.

Thanks also to everyone for their generous donations toward the upkeep of the cemetery – it is greatly appreciated.

We got great compliments on the appearance of the cemetery, and this is all down to the volunteers who come out on the second Sunday of the month for the clean-up. Well done everyone!

Go mbeimid go léir anseo arís an bhliain seo chugainn! (May we all be here again next year).

Funding for regeneration projects in Castlerea, Roscommon and Strokestown Projects in Castlerea, Roscommon and Strokestown are set to benefit from funding of €2.6 million to support the development of a wide range of Town Centre First projects. A total of 53 projects are being supported, with up to €50,000 of funding for each project. Roscommon County Council has welcomed the announcement, which it says will provide a major boost to the Council’s ambitious regeneration programmes for the county.

Funding allocated for Castlerea will assist in the completion of design assessment for the Bennett’s Walled Garden in the Castlerea Demesne, with the intention to upgrade and restore and protect walls and arches and develop accessible trails and walkways through the garden to improve access to the existing trails and walkways along the Demesne.

Similar funding has been allocated to Roscommon town to enhance Loughna-

neane Park in the centre of the town by completing developmental studies including archaeological, screening reports, acquiring licenses, and completing landscaping, signage and artistic installation designs.

The third project to receive funding is the restoration of the former Magnet Ballroom in Strokestown, which will enable surveys and design transforming a derelict and vacant building into

a social community and wellbeing hub.

This funding will also support pre-development works for projects and support costs including detailed design, planning, procurement, professional fees, assessments and other development costs.

Announcing the funding, Minister Humphreys said she was looking forward to seeing these exciting projects and initiatives progress and make positive impacts for rural towns and villages.

Kerrane pushing for reopening of Frenchpark sensory garden

Tisha McCormack and Bob Hay pictured at the Roscommon Races last week. Picture: Michelle Hughes Walsh

Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon/Galway Claire Kerrane says she is in discussions with Roscommon County Council to secure the reopening of the sensory garden in Frenchpark.

“The sensory garden in Frenchpark is a wonderful amenity, but it’s been closed now for some time”, said Deputy Kerrane. “In particular, the local childcare facility is missing it”.

She added: “I have been

engaging with Roscommon County Council for some time on getting the sensory garden reopened and work is now underway on a new lease agreement”.

Deputy Kerrane says she has also been working with local parents to make the case for the development of a playground.

“We are working towards funding for a playground for Frenchpark, which I believe is needed and could be co-lo-

cated in what is a large site… where the sensory garden is located.

“I would hope we could also look at parking, as I know with the childcare facility and the fact the sensory garden is located in a housing estate, parking would be an issue should we get approval for a playground.

“In the meantime, I hope we can get the sensory garden reopened shortly”, she concluded.

All voices must be heard in transgender debate < ROSCOMMON PEOPLE READER (Name and address with Editor)

The recent Pride celebrations in Roscommon Town mark a significant historic turning point, offering us an opportunity to consider the progress we’ve achieved. It is heartening to see gay individuals and couples feeling safe and accepted in our locality. I attended the parade and the celebrations in the park on Saturday, and it was clear to me that this was a deeply emotional occasion for many. The atmosphere was incredibly friendly and affirmative, showcasing a collective commitment to support and reassurance.

In the run-up to the weekend there was nothing but positive encouragement shown, with the council heavily promoting the event, and businesses endorsing the occasion and showing their support. It has recently been announced that up to €400,000 is being made available in grants for organisations who work with young people under the LGBTI+ Youth Fund 2024. At this critical juncture it is important to allow for a meaningful dialogue about how we can create a space for families and children within our community. Not everyone may have a complete understanding of what is encompassed by the LGBTQ+ umbrella. While I’m not an expert, I want to highlight some of the issues that are currently being advocated for.

A significant symbol that has emerged in recent years is the transgender pride flag, which incorporates baby blue and baby pink stripes along with a white central stripe. The blue and pink colours are representative of traditional gender norms: blue for boys and pink for girls. These colours serve to challenge preconceived notions about gender identity. As the discourse around gender has evolved — in the wake of feminist thought and achievements in advocating for gay rights — we’ve seen remarkable changes in how we perceive and express gender roles.

While I can see how what started off well intentioned with parents and educators reminding children that boys can like pink, and girls can like blue, etc., what has evolved into ideas of gender in relation to transgender ‘rights’ has its contradictions. Ironically, while gender ideology (stemming from the writing of Judith Butler, which is taught at third level in Ireland) posits that gender is a social construct lying on a spectrum, some facets of transgender ideology seem to reinforce the very gender norms it aims to dismantle.

Trends observed in some states in the USA suggest a rising normalisation of transitioning at increasingly younger ages. The financial aspect is also concerning, as medical professionals can earn significantly from gender-affirming surgeries – often a lucrative process compared to other essential surgical

services, such as heart surgery. This raises alarming questions about the motives behind recommending such procedures when a child’s natural development is at stake. The argument involves the view that we should prevent ‘trans children’ from enduring the discomfort associated with undergoing puberty in their ‘assigned gender’.

The best case scenario, both for these children (as argued) and for the professionals providing gender-affirming ‘care’, is to initiate treatment as early as possible.

Ironically, the rhetoric surrounding ‘letting kids be who they are’ collides with the reality that many of the same advocates push for what some claim are irreversible medical alterations, particularly through puberty blockers which halt crucial developmental processes. I acknowledge arguments that puberty blockers only pause, rather than completely halt, the puberty process and that these blockers have been used in ‘cis children’ facing precocious puberty. However, this information has primarily been made public by those who advocate for gender-affirming care. ‘Hormone replacement therapy’ can have both reversible and irreversible effects.

The danger of a school-to-gender clinic pipeline cannot be overlooked, particularly as educational institutions operate under financial strains postCovid. Children should be allowed

to experience discomfort and uncertainty during formative years, as these experiences contribute to a robust understanding of their identities. Most people eventually come to understand themselves better with the wisdom of hindsight. However, there is a growing concern that adults – including some parents – are placing these complex ideas before children without adequately considering the implications.

Amidst these discussions, it’s vital to acknowledge the diverse voices that exist within the transgender community.

Many individuals who wished to detransition are finding themselves without the necessary support, research, or acknowledgment of their lived experiences, emphasising the need for an open dialogue where every story can be heard. Holding space for these perspectives is not merely about affirming a particular ideology but recognising the multifaceted realities of the human experience.

The strength of belonging to a supportive community is palpable; however, these ties should not come at the expense of critical questioning or indifference to dissenting views. While I recognise that self-expression can be a beautiful and empowering journey, and I have no doubt that many individuals have formed meaningful friendships with like-minded people through their experiences, it is crucial to consider the deeper implications of transgenderism.

It appears that there may be a philosophical argument underlying this issue that is often addressed through a medical lens. This raises important questions about whether transitioning is genuinely the most beneficial solution for individuals grappling with a disconnection between their body and mind. Instead of primarily focusing on medical or external intervention, society should provide individuals with the strength and support needed to reconcile with their physical selves.

Last weekend, it was heartwarming to witness so many individuals coming together in solidarity. I commend everyone involved for their efforts in making Pride a success. It’s inspiring to see the community unite in celebration and support for gay individuals and families.

Furthermore, as we navigate the complexities of gender discourse and its implications, we must ensure that the conversation includes the voices of those who wish to express differing viewpoints. It’s important that we recognise how our realities have changed from both an adult and child standpoint, particularly in the context of progress toward ‘gender equality’. We owe it to the next generation and ourselves to foster an environment that honours individual journeys, supports healthy exploration of identity, and promotes holistic well-being without succumbing to ideological extremes.

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Frenchpark Ladies Group pictured recently at Boyle Craft Shop, all set for their National Heritage Week Tour of Boyle with Tony Conboy.

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Ardcarne Parish Graveyard Committee hosted a guided tour with archaeologist Mary Timoney for National Heritage Week. Pic: Paraic Brennan

Roscommon artist shortlisted for AIB Portrait Prize

‘SUGAR’ is set to be performed at the Roscommon Arts Centre at 8 pm next Friday, September 6th.

‘SUGAR’ – new heartfelt comedy at Roscommon Arts Centre ‘SUGAR’, a new heartfelt comedy written by Michael Patric and directed by Geoff Gould, is set to be performed at the Roscommon Arts Centre at 8 pm next Friday, September 6th.

Written by award-winning writer and actor Michael Patric (known for his performances in An Cailín Ciúin, Smother, and Frontier), this witty and poignant play promises an unforgettable evening of laughter and heart.

Set against the backdrop of the Mallow sugar factory, just before its closure, the play explores the essence of resilience and humour in the face of life’s challenges.

‘SUGAR’ follows the story of Danyl Sweetnam, an Irish Sugar employee navigating his last days on the job in 2006.

As Danyl attempts to stay focused on his work, he often finds himself sidetracked by ‘the craic,’ leading the audience through a series of hilarious and touching moments.

With his marriage on the rocks, job security in question, and a recent family bereavement, Danyl faces overwhelming odds. Yet rather than succumbing to despair, he chooses to laugh his way through it all.

Contrary to the stereotype of the stoic Irish male, Danyl is refreshingly open about his struggles, sharing his story with anyone willing to listen. His journey reminds us all of the power of humour and hope, even in the darkest of times.

Tickets for the upcoming production at Roscommon Arts Centre cost €18 and can be purchased online or though the Box Office on 090 662 5824. For more information, or to buy tickets online now, visit roscommonartscentre.ie.

From hundreds of entries, the shortlist for this year’s AIB Portrait Prize has been announced by the National Gallery of Ireland – and among the talented artists to have made the cut is Roscommon’s Conor O’Connell, who was shortlisted alongside 25 other artists from across the country for his piece, ‘Ómra’, a work in oil on copper panel.

The AIB Portrait Prize shortlist includes painting, drawing, sculpture, video and photography, demonstrating the breadth of contemporary Irish art. The win-

ner of the AIB Portrait Prize will receive a cash prize of €15,000 and will be commissioned to create a work for the national portrait collection, for which they will be awarded a further €5,000.

Two additional awards of €1,500 will be given to highly commended works. The judges for the AIB Portrait Prize are Hughie O’Donoghue (artist, painter and writer), Emer McGarry (Director of The Model, Sligo) and Simon O’Connor (Director of the Museum of Literature, Ireland).

Exhibitions of the shortlisted

works will run at the National Gallery of Ireland from November 9th 2024 until March 9th 2025.

The winners will be announced at a ceremony held in the National Gallery of Ireland on the 27th of November 2024.

Find out more at nationalgallery. ie.

Roscommon artist Conor O’Connell has been shortlisted for this year’s AIB Portrait Prize at the National Gallery of Ireland for his piece, ‘Ómra’, a work in oil on copper panel.

Athlone Castle celebrates National Heritage Week 2024

Sandra King of Irish Fibre Crafters pictured demonstrating hand-spinning techniques at the recent ‘Storm the Castle’ event held as part of Athlone Castle’s National Heritage Week celebrations.

Aoibheann O’Rourke and Isobel Prendergast pictured getting ready to joust during the recent ‘Storm the Castle’ event held as part of Athlone Castle’s National Heritage Week celebrations.

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Conor Moran, Chairperson of the Ballygar Carnival Committee, pictured with guest of honour Jim Murray from Murray’s Amusements, at the unveiling of a plaque to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Peter Daly

Members of the Ballygar Carnival committee pictured with the Murray brothers Tony (fifth from left) and Jim (fifth from right) of Murray’s Amusements and Jim’s wife Phyllis (centre) at the unveiling of a plaque to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Peter Daly

The Murray brothers Tony (left) and Jim (right) of Murray’s Amusements pictured at the unveiling of a plaque to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Ballygar Carnival. Murray’s Amusements have been coming to Ballygar Carnival for 63 years. Pic: Peter Daly

The Ballygar Carnival committee pictured at the unveiling of the plaque to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Ballygar Carnival.

Pic: Peter Daly

Eileen and PJ Hynes pictured during the recent Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Peter Daly Diane Davis and Margaret Mannion pictured during the recent Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Peter Daly Sam, Ruth and Ted Gunning pictured with Phil Gunning (centre) and Olive Blackmore (right) during the recent Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Peter Daly

Ronan Conneely pictured with his nephews Tadgh and Ruarí McNeela during the recent Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Peter Daly

People enjoying the Ballygar Carnival which took place recently. Pic: Peter Daly

Treasa Devine, Linda McArdle and Marie McArdle pictured during the recent Ballygar Carnival. Pic: Peter Daly

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Charming Kilglass residence new to market at Remax Team Earley This week, Cathal Meares of Remax Team Earley is pleased to present to the market an exceptional residential opportunity in the heart of Kilglass – Lake View House, Kerlagh, Kilglass, Co Roscommon (F42 Y268).

This charming two-storey residence, set on approximately an acre, offers a unique blend of comfort, character, and conveni-

ence. Ideal for first-time buyers, investors, holiday home seekers, and fishing enthusiasts, this property is in turn-key condition and ready for immediate occupancy.

This stunning 1,800 square foot home features three spacious bedrooms, providing ample space for family living. The residence is meticulously maintained and exudes

Remax Team Earley seeks properties in Convent Court area To try to facilitate disappointed underbidders, Remax Team Earley are urgently looking for properties in the Convent Court area of Roscommon Town for cash and mortgage-approved clients.

All properties will be considered, and a free appraisal service is offered. And remember – no sale, no fee!

For further details or to arrange a free consultation, please contact Remax Team Earley, Stonecourt, Roscommon, on 090 66 26579, email teamearley@remax.ie, log onto teamearley.ie, or contact one of the auctioneers directly by phoning Keith on 086 0848590, Cormac on 086 3519492, or Cathal on 086 1409158.

a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Heated via OFCH, it also boasts an impressive B3 BER, ensuring energy efficiency and comfort throughout the year.

Adding to the property’s charm is an old stone building located at the entrance.

This historic structure not only enhances the character of the residence but also offers additional storage space, catering to a variety of needs.

The property enjoys a prime location with easy access to several key towns and cities: Roscommon Town is approximately 25 minutes away, Boyle is approximately 25 minutes away, Carrick-on-Shannon is approximately 20 minutes away, Longford is approximately 20 minutes away, and Dublin is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes away. Additionally, the nearest village is just a short drive away, providing essential amenities and a sense of community.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the property is ideally

situated close to Kilglass Lake and Lough Ree (River Shannon), offering excellent opportunities for fishing and recreational activities. Located in a renowned fishing district, it’s an ideal spot for fishing enthusiasts.

This residence on one acre at Kerlagh, Kilglass, Co Roscommon is a perfect blend of modern living and countryside charm. With its turn-key condition, historic stone building, and proximity to key locations and natural attractions, this

Lake View House, Kerlagh, Kilglass, Co Roscommon (F42 Y268).

property is an exceptional find. Don’t miss the chance to make this beautiful home your own!

This property must be viewed to be appreciated, and viewings are strictly by appointment only.

For further details or to

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ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Enda Nally, intend to apply for permission for development at Clooneenbaun, Athlone North, Roscommon.

The development consists of Permission for a sheep shed, a roofed manure pit, and ancillary works (i.e. concrete yards) all for agricultural purposes only) in the existing farmyard utilising the existing farm access road and entrance.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Further information /revised plans Name of Applicant: Michael Diffley.

Ref. Number of the Application: PD/24/25 The development applied for consisted of: 4 bay sheep shed and associated services and site development works at Carranure Lower, Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Laura Franks, wish to apply to the above authority for Planning Permission to construct 3 number glamping pods with associate decking and hot tubs, convert existing shed to glamping pod with hot tub, demolish existing out building & part of existing hay barn, change of use from hay barn to car parking area & construct new laundry room, connection to water main & install new proprietary treatment unit & percolation area and all associated site works at Coolatober, Ballyforan, 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, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning Authority of the application.

Signed: Christopher Kinghan Agricultural Planning and Design (Agent).

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We, Peter & Heidi McDonagh, intend to apply to Roscommon County Council, for Full Planning Permission for the following: - (1) construction of a proposed extension to an existing dwelling house, together with the demolition of the existing flat roof extension to the rear of the existing house to facilitate the development (2) renovation works to existing house including the provision of a new pitched roof to existing front porch (3) construction of detached shed (4) provision of new effluent treatment system and percolation area and all ancillary site development works at Bushfield Td, Castleplunkett, Castlerea, 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 office hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00, within the 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.

Signed: Peter & Heidi McDonagh.

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Significant Further Information / Revised Plans has been furnished to the Planning Authority in respect of this proposed development, and is available for inspection or purchase at the offices of the authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the planning authority within the statutory time limit. A submission or observation must be accompanied by the prescribed fee of €20, except in the case of a person or body who has already made a submission or observation.

Signed: Michael Diffley.

Date of erection of site notice: 29/08/2024.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I, Declan Fallon, intend to apply for Permission for the following: A. the construction of a detached single storey dwelling with a detached garage, B. Installation of a sewerage treatment unit and tertiary treatment area, C. Along with connections to site services, and all other associated site works.

At: Kilgarve Td, Rooskey, 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 in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the 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.

Signed:

Murtagh Engineering Chartered Consulting Engineers, Tarmonbarry, Co Roscommon.

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The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

Signed: Eric Nugent & Associates (Agent) Planning & Design Consultants, 20 St. Francis Terrace, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Mobile: 0863379733

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL We Ballinagare Community Centre, intend to apply for permission for development at Ballinagare Community Centre, Ballinagare, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, F45 XP76.

The development will consist of the following: 1. A single storey extension to the front of the existing community centre, 2. The provision of a new MUGA sports court including fencing and lighting, 3. The provision of a new paddle court including fencing and lighting, 4. The provision of a new sensory garden Including all associated car parking, landscaping, lighting, signage and ancillary 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.

Signed: Killian Consulting Engineers,

Brideswell Street, Athlone, Co. Westmeath N37 T223. Tel. 090 64 88786.

ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Planning permission is sought to construct a new agriculture entrance, and all associated site works to farmlands at Adreevin, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon for Con Coffey.

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 a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning Authority of the application.

Signed: Con Coffey.

PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL I am applying on behalf of St Dominic’s GAA club for planning permission for the following development works at the club grounds on this site at Gailey, Knockcroghery, Co Roscommon , F42 FC44 The development at this site will consist of the following proposed works: A. Proposed new Gaa training pitch complete with gaa goals x 2, Ball stop nets x 2, fencing around the perimeter of the training pitch, 20 metre high Led flood lighting around the training pitch and a digital score board complete with all other associated works.

B. Proposed new tiered spectators stand for the use associated with the above training pitch.

C. Proposed new 20 metre led flood lighting to the existing main pitch and all associated site works.

D. Proposed new training areas complete with gaa goal posts and ball stop nets and all associated site works.

E.Proposed new Astro pitch complete with fencing and highlevel lighting and all associated works F. Proposed new Biodiversity and sensory garden area complete with fencing and all associated site works G. Proposed new pedestrian walkway around the perimeter of the site and around the perimeter of the proposed gaa training pitch and associated areas complete with lighting and all associated site works H. Proposed new car parking area and all associated site works I. Proposed new uncontrolled pedestrian crossing, and traffic controls and all associated site works J. Proposed new athletic running track, long jump and high jump areas complete with lighting and all associated site works.

K. Proposed new storage shed L. All other ancillary development associated with the proposed development.

The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submission or observation will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

Signed : Michael O Connor Chairperson - St Dominic’s Gaa Club

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PLANNINGS ROSCOMMON COUNTY COUNCIL Full planning permission is being sought from Roscommon County Council for the proposed partial redesign of a previously permitted residential development granted full planning permission under planning reference number’s PD/22/274 & PD/23/60178 whereby it is now proposed to replace the permitted 2 no. detached bungalow type dwelling houses on site no.’s 09 & 10 that were granted full planning permission under planning reference number pd/22/274 with 4 no. two bedroom storey & a half terraced type dwelling houses of the same design to those recently granted full planning permission on site no.’s 03-06 inclusive under planning reference number pd/23/60178, connections to various services and all ancillary site works at the Maples, Lisroyne, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon for Avenir Homes Ltd. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

Signed: Cunningham Design & Planning Ltd., Block C, N4 Axis Centre, Longford, Co. Longford.

LEGAL NOTICE THE DISTRICT COURT (AN CHUIRT DUICHE) PUBLIC DANCE HALLS ACT 1935 SECTION 2 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PUBLIC DANCING LICENCE District Court Area of ROSCOMMON

District No. 4

BRYAN O’GARA – Applicant TAKE NOTICE that Bryan O’Gara of Old Circular Road, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon as nominee on behalf of KPBM Limited, intends to apply to the Court sitting at Roscommon Annual Licensing District Court Racecourse Road, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon in the Court Area and District aforesaid, on the 17th day of September, 2024 at 10.30am or an adjourned date thereafter, for a Dance Licence for Public Dancing pursuant to the provisions of the Public Dance Halls Act, 1935 in respect of premises known as “Rockfords Nightclub and Jack’s Live Venue” situate at Castle Street, Roscommon in the County of Roscommon in the Court Area and District aforesaid.

Dated the 22nd day of August, 2024.

Signed: Peter H Jones, Solicitors for the Applicant, Goff Street, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon.

To:

And To:

The Superintendant, An Garda Siochana, The Garda Station Roscommon, Co. Roscommon

The District Court Clerk.

Courts Services, Government Buildings, Golf Links Road, Roscommon, Co. Roscommon

And To:

And To:

The Chief Fire Officer, The Fire Service Station, Aras an Chontae, Roscommon.

Being the Fire Authority for the purposes of the Fire Services Act, 1981 The Secretary, Roscommon County Council, Aras An Chontae, Roscommon.

Being the Local Authority for the purpose of the Public Dance Halls Act, 1935

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES CARROLL Willie Clare, Strokestown (8th Anniversary)

McDERMOTT Cyril Ballyroddy, Elphin, Co.Roscommon (3rd Anniversary)

MacLEAN (née Kilmartin) Dolores Marie ‘Hillview’ Lisnagirra, Athleague, Co. Roscommon Who died on 9th September 2023

KELLY Nellie

NAUGHTON Tommie

Feevaghmore, Dysart, Co. Roscommon

(12th Anniversary) In loving memory of Tommie Naughton, Tully East, Ballygar, Co. Galway, who died on 23rd March 2012

(17th Anniversary) Who passed away on 8th September 2007

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Scrine, Athleague, www.brianmurraystone.com Co. Roscommon E: brianmurraystone@gmail.com 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 presence missed so much you will always be remembered 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 sons Pat, Donal, Sean, daughters Anne, Mary, Kate, Lorna, sons-in-law and daughters-in-law.

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 heartache until you see his empty chair.

Lovingly remembered by all your grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Anniversary Mass in St. Brigid’s Church, Four-Mile-House, Co. Roscommon on Sunday, 1st September at 11am.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

In memory of Cyril, who passed away on 5th of August 2021 Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Sadly missed and fondly remembered by his neighbours, family and friends.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 7th of September at 7.30pm in the Church of the Holy Trinity, Kilmaryal, (eircode F45 NX60).

BRESLIN Mark Remembering Mark Breslin, late of Curcreigh, Elphin on the 1st Anniversary of his death on August 28th, 2023.

(1st Anniversary)

We stood that morn and watched her depart with a silent tear and a breaking heart.

None knew the depth of our regret, but we will remember when others forget.

It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn’t go alone.

Part of us went with you, the day God took you home.

Forever missed and loved by her husband, John and families; her son David; her sisters, nieces, nephews; neighbours and friends.

Rest in Peace.

1st Annivesary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 8th September at 10.00 am in St. Patrick’s Church, Athleague, Co. Roscommon.

DOORLY Heather Ashbrook, Scramogue, Co. Roscommon.

Think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched.

For nothing loved is ever lost, and Mark was loved so much.

Lovingly remembered

by Breege and Robert.

Anniversary Mass in St. Catherine’s Church, Killina on Friday, 30th August

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(15th Anniversary) Treasured memories of a dear wife and mother, who passed away on August 28th 2009.

R.I.P.

No birthday card to send you, for there is no address, only a beautiful garden where you have gone to rest.

A day that’s filled with sadness, returns to us today, to mark the day you closed your eyes and quietly passed away.

Nothing can dim the face we loved, or the memory of your smile, the countless things you did for us, to make our lives worthwhile.

Our hearts still ache with sadness, our secret tears still flow, for what it meant to lose you no one will ever know.

16 Circular Road, Roscommon.

Who died 31st August 2001

The world changes from year to year, our lives from day to day, but the love and memory of you shall never pass away.

Loved and remembered by your daughter Martina, Jimmy, Jude and Sinéad. ~~~~~~~~~~~

COSTELLO Patrick

Remembering you is easy, I do it everyday.

It’s the heartache of losing you that will never go away.

Loved and remembered by your son Noel, Kathy and family.

Ros-Ria, The Walk, Roscommon Who passed away on September 2nd 2013 (11th Anniversary) R.I.P.

KILLIAN Eilish Hollywell, Roscommon (28th Anniversary) In loving memory of our dear Eilish, who God called home on 1st September 1996

NAUGHTON Geraldine Tully East, Ballygar, Co.Galway (12th Anniversary) In loving memory of Geraldine Naughton who passed away on 25th August 2012.

May the winds of Heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear, how much we love and miss you and wish that you were here.

If it’s memories that keep us close, then we are never far apart.

For you are always on our minds and forever in our hearts.

Loved and missed by his wife, Paula.

Mass has been offered.

COSTELLO Patrick

In loving memory of my dear dad Patrick

Dearly loved and missed every day by husband Michéal, daughters Rachel and Rhona, sisters Sharon and Lorna, family and friends.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 1st September at 10am in St. Anne’s Church, Scramogue.

Sadly missed by his wife Mary, son Michael and family.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday August 31st at 7.30pm in St Marys Church, Ballygar.

Loved and remembered always.

Anniversary Mass for Nellie will be held in Dysart Church on Friday, 30th August at 7.30 pm.

(23rd Anniversary)

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.

Though absent, you are very near.

Still loved, still missed and very dear.

MURPHY Gerry

Quietly today your memory is kept, no need for words we will never forget.

When thoughts go back as they always do, we treasure the memories we have of you.

Sadly missed by her mother Mary, brother Michael, family and friends.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday August 31st at 7.30pm in St Marys Church, Ballygar.

THANKSGIVINGS THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked you for many favours. This time I ask this special one. (mention it).

Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour, not mine. Amen.

Say this prayer three times, for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. G.F.

~~~~~~~~~ God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be, so he put his arms around you, and whispered “come to me.”

With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away.

Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands to rest.

God broke our hearts to prove to us, he only takes the best.

Loved and remembered by daughters Donna and Sheena, son Aaron, son-in-law Joseph and grandchildren Joshua, Adam and Evanna. xxx ~~~~~~~~~ To us you were someone special, someone set apart.

Your memory will live forever engraved in our hearts.

Loved and sadly missed by your brother Seamus, sister-in-law Elizabeth and nieces Lorna and Shan; Shauna and Gerard and grandchildren Mason, Jamie and Bobby.

Her life a beautiful memory, her absence a silent grief.

Forever missed by her sister Aine, brother John , Auntie May extended family and many friends.

Anniversary Mass for Eilish and her uncle Paddy, (8th Anniversary), on Saturday, 31st August at 7pm. in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Derrane.

COMPTON Patrick (Pat) Newtown, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon In loving memory of Pat who passed away on August 31st 2019 (5th Anniversary)

Never more than a thought away, loved and remembered every day.

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, 1st September at 10am in Carniska Church, Strokestown.

May his gentle soul Rest In Peace

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FAMILYNOTICES ....ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND ANNIVERSARIES DOLAN Evan (8th 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 every day, 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, 31st August at 10am.

DOLAN Evan (8th Anniversary) 31st 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. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 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.

FLANAGAN Brendan

QUINN Mary

KEAVENEY Liam

Cornashinagh, Fourmilehouse

Knockroe, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon

Roundforth, Athleague, Co. Roscommon Who passed away on 2nd September 2022 (2nd Anniversary)

In loving memory of Mary following her First Anniversary. Forever loved, remembered and greatly missed by her daughters Marie, Breege, Eilish and Una, sons in law Pat, Seamus and Mark, niece and nephew Mary and Michael, grandchildren, great grandchildren, relatives, dearest neighbours and friends.

We the family wish to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us at the family home, funeral home, Funeral Mass and burial; including those who travelled far, as well as those who sent condolences and/or Mass cards.

Your thoughts and support were a great source of comfort to us all and were warmly appreciated.

A special thank you to Doctor Greg Kelly and the wonderful staff at the Kelly Henry Medical Centre for their care and kindness throughout the years.

A sincere thank you to Fr John McManus for both his support to the family and for celebrating Mary’s Funeral Mass. We also thank Father Chris Garret for his prayers and warmth at the Funeral Home.

A heartfelt thank you to Claire Kelly, organist Enna Conroy and the church choir for the musical arrangement and who together with the Eucharistic Ministers, Sacristan and Ushers made the celebration of Mary’s life ever special.

Our thanks and appreciation to Paul and Susan Gaynor for the professionalism, kindness and empathy shown to the family and a further thank you to the gravediggers who prepared Mary’s final resting place.

Thank you to the staff at Garvey’s and to Patricia Smyth for the beautiful food following the burial.

Finally, we offer our heartfelt thanks to Mary’s wonderful neighbours, friends and relatives who were always there for her.

We hold you within our hearts, and there you shall remain.

To walk with us throughout our lives, until we meet again.

So, Rest in Peace, dear Liam, and thanks for all you’ve done.

We pray that God has given you, the crown you’ve truly won.

(11th Anniversary)

In loving memory of our dear Brendan, whom God called home on 30th August 2013 It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn’t go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you Home.

Those we love must someday pass beyond our present sight, must leave us and the world we know without their radiant light.

But we know that like a candle their lovely light will surely shine to brighten up another place, more perfect, more divine.

And in the realm of Heaven where they shine so warm and bright, our loved ones live forever in God’s Eternal Light.

Forever missed and loved by his wife Mary, sons John and Martin, daughters Jacqueline, Tracy, Elaine, Leonie and Ashling, sons-in-law Ian and Oisin, brother Patsy, sisters Ita, Madeline, Anne and Jean and extended family and friends.

Masses offered.

BOLTON (née Wogan) Nuala

FALLON Pat and Kathleen Kilcash, Rahara.

41 Tarmon Manor, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon (2nd Anniversary)

Always remembered Ailish and Aidan. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

As I look upon your picture, sweet memories I recall, Of a face so full of sunshine and a smile for one and all.

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

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We mark the second year without our dear wife and mother.

Let us find comfort in the countless ways she touched our lives.

Her legacy of kindness and strength will always inspire us.

Loved and sadly missed by her husband Dermot, daughters Maria and Sandra, sons Dermot and Robbie, sons-in-law Martin and Antonio, and grandchildren.

Masses offered.

He is sadly missed by his wife Margaret, his three children Michael, Enda and Lisa, Enda’s partner Carretta, his son-in-law John, grandchildren Mia and Jack, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives, friends and neighbours.

Liam’s 2nd Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 31st August at 7pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Athleague.

In loving memory of our dear parents, whose anniversaries occur at this time Today recalls the memories of two loved ones gone to rest, and those who think of them today are those who loved them best.

The flowers we lay upon their grave may wither and decay but the love for them who lie beneath will never fade away.

Lovingly remembered and always missed by your family.

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SMALL (née Kiernan) Mary

BEIRNE Paddy

Millford, Creggs, Co. Galway

Knockmaine, Scrine, Co. Roscommon

In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother who passed away on the 30th August 2021 (3rd Anniversary)

Sometimes when we first awake we think that your still there.

And for a fleeting moment the clouds all disappear.

For you brought endless sunshine until you went away.

And now we miss you desperately, each minute of the day.

You would not like to see us sad, so what we try and do is to live a happy and bright life in memory of you.

For though we will always miss you and it’s dreadful being apart, we haven’t really lost you, you are still here in our hearts.

Always remembered by your loving husband John, children Jacinta, John, Aoife, Dean, grandchildren, partners, brother Marty and extended family.

Mary’s 3rd Anniversary Mass will take place in St. Mary’s Church, Kilbegnet, Creggs on Sunday 1st September at 11.30 am.

HOARE Gladys and James 21 Circular Road, Roscommon town

Gladys (21st Anniversary) Who passed away on the 1st September, 2003

James (17th Anniversary) Who passed away on the 6th June 2007

No matter how life changes, no matter what we do.

A special place within our hearts is always kept for you.

You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, and although we cannot see you, you are always by our side.

Sadly missed by their daughters, sons, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren and great -grandchildren.

Anniversary Mass will take place on Thursday 19th September in Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon at 11am.

THANKSGIVINGS PRAYER TO ST EXPEDITE FOR URGENT MATTERS & DESPERATE SITUATIONS My St. Expedite of urgent and just causes, please intercede for me with our Lord Jesus Christ. Succor me in this hour of affliction and despair, my St. Expedite.

You, who are a holy warrior. You, who are the saint of the afflicted. You, who are the saint of the desperate. You, who are the saint of urgent causes, protect me; help me. Give me strength, courage and serenity. Hear my plea. [Mention your urgent need here]. My St. Expedite, help me to prevail through these difficult hours, protect me from all those who want to harm me, respond to my plea with urgency. Bring me back to the state of peace and tranquility, my St. Expedite. I will be grateful to you for the rest of my life and I will speak your name to all those who have faith. O glorious martyr, St. Expedite, you who know that the greatest obstacle in life is the delay of time, please answer my plea with urgency. Intercede for me with the Holy Spirit to intercede on my behalf before the Father. May I receive your blessings and favors, and quickly see the manifestation of your intercession. O St. Expedite, patron of those who hope for rapid solutions, I humbly kneel before you, seeking your miraculous aid. Through your intercession, may my urgent request be granted. With sincere gratitude, I promise to glorify your name and spread devotion to you. Amen.

May the intercession of the glorious martyr, St. Expedite, recommend us, O my God, to Thy goodness, in order that his protection may obtain for us what our own merits are powerless to do. Amen. We supplicate Thee Lord, to inspire,

by Thy grace all our thoughts and actions. That thou being their principle, we may by the intercession of St. Expedite, be conducted with courage, fidelity and promptitude, at the time proper and favorable, and come to a good and happy end. Through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. St. Expedite, honored by the gratitude of those who have invoked thee at the last hour and for pressing cases. We pray thee to obtain from the all-powerful goodness of God, by the intercession of Mary Immaculate, today, or such a day the grace we solicit with all submission to the Divine Will. Amen. Pray one time each: Our Father… Hail Mary… Glory Be… K.M.

We, the family of the late Paddy Beirne, who passed away on the 28th of July 2024, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to all who sympathised with and supported us in our time of loss.

A very special thanks to all our kind neighbours, friends and family who visited, brought refreshments to our home, provided transport and gave great comfort. A heartfelt thanks to all who attended the Removal, Requiem Mass and Burial. To those who travelled long distances, watched via livestream, sent Mass Cards, Sympathy Cards, phone calls, text messages, floral tributes and thoughtful online condolences, thank you.

Sincere thanks to the medical and support staff of Portiuncula and Roscommon Hospitals. A very special thanks to Dr. Brendan Crosbie for his outstanding care and attention to Paddy and the comfort and reassurance that gave to us.

Thank you to Fr. Ray Milton for his comfort and compassion at this time and for the beautiful Funeral Mass. Sincere gratitude to all who assisted in planning, typing and who participated in the Mass. Thank you to Fr. Eugene McLoughlin, who visited our home and prayed with us during the family prayers and to Fr. Michael Donnelly and Fr. Frank McGrath SMA, for their welcome presence at the Funeral Mass.

Thank you to Cliona McDonagh accompanied by Olivia Callaghan for the beautiful singing as Paddy was brought to repose at St. Patrick’s Church. Heartfelt gratitude also to Karen McKim accompanied by Chris Stapleton for the fabulous singing and music at the Funeral Mass.

Thank you to Smyth’s Funeral Directors for their professionalism, sensitivity and guidance with the funeral arrangements.

Thank you to our wonderful neighbours who prepared Paddy’s final resting place with such care, thought, and attention, adorned in his beloved Tremane colours and beautiful flowers.

Heartfelt thank you to Tremane Hurling Club for the many years of joy they brought to Paddy’s living years and for the tribute and respect shown to him in his passing both in the guards of honours and graveside.

Thanks to Hannon’s Hotel Staff for their catering and service with kindness.

Sincere thanks to Sabrina and Flowers by Dooleys, Athlone, for the beautiful floral arrangements.

Thank you to Triest Press for printing the booklets.

As it is not possible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our heartfelt gratitude. Your thoughts, prayers, presence and support gave us great comfort. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Paddy’s Months Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday 6th of September at 7pm in St. Patrick’s Church, Knockcroghery.

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Sports PEOPLE Roscommon People Friday 30 August 2024

GAA results Hodson Bay Hotel Group SFC (Group B) St Faithleach’s 1-11 Western Gaels 1-10 RosGal Loss Assessors Ltd Junior B FC (Group A) St Brigid’s 5-13 Shannon Gaels 4-7 Elphin 3-11 Kilglass Gaels 0-5 RosGal Loss Assessors Ltd Junior B FC (Group B) Michael Glaveys 1-7 Clann na nGael 1-6 RosGal Loss Assessors Ltd Junior B FC (Group C) St Aidan’s 3-8 St Michael’s 1-7 RosGal Loss Assessors Ltd Junior B FC (Group D) Éire Óg 2-9 Castlerea St Kevin’s 0-6 2024 Kepak SHC quarter-finals Roscommon Gaels 1-19 Tremane 3-9 Athleague 2-12 Oran 0-16

GAA fixtures Thursday, August 29 RosGal Loss Assessors Ltd Junior B FC (Group B) Lisnamult: St Croan’s v St Dominic’s. 8 pm RosGal Loss Assessors Ltd Junior B FC (Group C) Kilbride: Kilmore v Oran. 8 pm RosGal Loss Assessors Ltd Junior B FC (Group D) Kiltoom: Fuerty v St Faithleach’s. 8 pm Friday, August 30 Hodson Bay Hotel Group SFC (Group A) Strokestown: Castlerea St Kevin’s v Oran.

8 pm Tarmonbarry: Tulsk Lord Edwards v Roscommon Gaels. 8 pm Hodson Bay Hotel Group SFC (Group B) Ballyforan: Michael Glaveys v St Faithleach’s.

8 pm Lisnamult: Western Gaels v St Brigid’s. 8 pm Saturday, August 31 Hodson Bay Hotel Group SFC (Group C) Woodmount: Pádraig Pearses v Boyle. 6 pm Knockcroghery: St Dominic’s v Clann na nGael. 6 pm J Keane & Sons Ltd IFC (Group B) Lisnamult: Creggs v Fuerty. 5 pm O’Rourke Park: St Croan’s v Éire Óg. 5 pm J Keane & Sons Ltd IFC (Group C) Strokestown: Strokestown v St Brigid’s. 6 pm Kilmore: Kilmore v St Michael’s. 6 pm Sunday, September 1 J Keane & Sons Ltd IFC (Group A) Ballinameen: Elphin v Shannon Gaels. 4.30 pm Knockcroghery: Kilbride v Pádraig Pearses.

4.30 pm King & Moffatt Junior A FC (Group A) Ballyforan: St Aidan’s v St Barry’s. 2.30 pm Kilronan Park: St Ronan’s v Western Gaels.

2.30 pm King & Moffatt Junior A FC (Group B) Creggs: Clann na nGael v Ballinameen.

12.30 pm Knockcroghery: Roscommon Gaels v St Joseph’s. 12.30 pm King & Moffatt Junior A FC (Group C) Strokestown: Strokestown v Kilglass Gaels.

4.30 pm Abbey Park: Boyle v Tulsk Lord Edwards.

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Gaels blow old script away Kepak Roscommon SHC quarter-final Roscommon Gaels 1-19 Tremane 3-9  SEAMUS DUKE

For many seasons past, Roscommon Gaels were the whipping boys of the Roscommon senior hurling championship, invariably going out before the play-off stages year after year.

But those days have come to an end, and the town team are now in the last four in this year’s championship, and deservedly so too after this fine win against Tremane in Ballyforan on Sunday.

In fact the final margin of four points flatters Tremane as they scored two goals and a point in the last five minutes of play to put a respectable look on the scoreline from their point of view.

It was an excellent display from Ronan O’Meara’s side who took full advantage of the conditions in the opening half before maintaining their advantage with a strong second-half showing.

The Gaels had the advantage of the strong wind in the opening half and were in charge for most of the proceedings.

Their half-forward line of Ryan Conlon, Finn Killion and Richard Walsh was outstanding, this trio scoring all but one of their side’s 12 firsthalf points.

The town team led by 0-4 to 0-2 by the 11th minute but were rocked back on their heels a minute later when Tremane attacker Conor Kavanagh (their best player) made a great run into the heart of the Gaels defence. He was hooked, but Jack Naughton followed up to pull first time to the Gaels net. It was the only time in the game that the Gaels were behind.

Richard Walsh equalised a minute after that goal and the Gaels then knocked over five more points without reply, all

We meet again! Action from the clash between Roscommon Gaels and Four Roads this summer (featuring David Hough and Liam Og Coyle).

Their impressive win over Tremane last Sunday means Roscommon Gaels have qualified for a Roscommon Senior Hurling semi-final against defending champions Four Roads. File photo: Bernie O’Farrell

from the stick of Finn Killion (three frees). By half-time, the Gaels led by 0-12 to 1-3.

The expected Tremane revival in the second half never materialised. Conor Kavanagh and Jack Naughton threatened, but the Gaels always had an answer, and Killion was magnificent from play and the placed ball. Sub Mark Purcell was having a big impact on proceedings too. The dual player scored a fine goal in the 54th minute, opening up an eight-point gap.

With four minutes to go the Gaels led by 1-17 to 1-8 and were coasting. They then effectively sat back to admire their handiwork, and Tre-

mane made a late charge.

In the 27th minute, Sub Dylan Keaveney bundled the ball into the net following a defensive mix-up, and a minute later a long delivery from Micheal Kellehan went all the way to the Gaels’ net to leave just three in the match.

Just when it might have become nervy for O’Meara’s men, late points from Richard Walsh and a free converted by goalkeeper Brendan Quinn saw the Gaels over the line and into the semi-finals.

All credit to Ronan O’Meara, his backroom team and the players on a great achievement thus far. They will go into the semi-final against defending

champions Four Roads as underdogs – and any further positive dividend for them will be a bonus.

Roscommon Gaels: Brendan Quinn (0-1, free); Fintan Doyle, Tim Gilmore, Chris Duignan; Kevin Glynn, James Connolly, David Hough; Orin Walsh, Aodha Hession; Richard Walsh (0-4), Finn Killion (0-10, 6 frees), Ryan Conlon (0-1, s/l); Dylan Hanley (0-2), Liam Naughton (0-1), Dean Conlon. Subs: Mark Purcell (1-0) for D Conlon (25), Conor Grogan for Hough (37), Barry Mullen for Duignan (50), Luke Clogher for Doyle (58), Gerry Clogher for Gilmore (63).

Tremane: Kevin Kellehan;

Cian O’Brien, Mossy Tiernan, Cathal Brennan; Kevin Brennan, Peter Kellehan, Michael Kellehan (1-0); Aaron Flaherty, Sean Mahony (01); Liam Murray (0-2), Niall Keenan, Conor Kavanagh (0-2); Darren Gately, Cormac Feeley, Jack Naughton (1-4, 4 frees). Subs: Niall Brennan for Feeley (h/t), Dylan Keaveney (1-0) for Gately (50), Padraig Brennan for O’Brien (55), Cormac Feeley for N Brennan (59).

Referee: Johnny Cahill.

Man of the Match Finn Killion (Roscommon Gaels)

Drama as late goals propel Athleague into last four Athleague dramatically edged out Oran in a tense Roscommon Senior Hurling Championship quarter-final encounter in Creggs when two late goals sensationally changed the outcome. It means Athleague advance to the last four.

The first half of Sunday’s game –

the venue switch was made in light of the very poor weather conditions – was evenly fought and dominated by defences. The teams went in level at 0-6 apiece.

Oran were the better side in the early stages of the second half, rattling off four points without reply.

Paddy Fallon was in fantastic form from frees and play, and Kieran Farrell’s men were looking good as they led by 0-14 to 0-12 going into injury-time. But there was big drama to come.

First, Niall Connolly’s long-range free dropped into the Oran net.

Then, with the four minutes of added time almost played, Aengus Lyons drove home another goal for Athleague to leave the Oran men broken-hearted.

Athleague will now face St Dominic’s in the semi-final. Final score: Athleague 2-12 Oran 0-16.

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Extra Kilbeggan meeting on Wednesday next Horses for Courses Racing this week begins this afternoon (Thursday) in Proudstown Park, Navan with a flat card starting at 2.30 pm.

Tomorrow evening there is racing on the level at Down Royal with the first at 4.05 pm and over the jumps at Wexford, off at 3.20 pm.

Saturday evening sees racing at headquarters (the Curragh) at 1.45 pm, featuring the Cambridgeshire backed up with three Group 3 races.

Sunday’s fare is on at Tipperary on the flat stalls opening at 2.30 pm featuring the Group 3 Fairy Bridge Stakes. There is racing on the level at Roscommon on Monday evening, away at 4.45 pm.

Please note that Kilbeggan have an extra afternoon meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 4th of September with an expected 1.45 pm start (not listed on irishracing. com).

Review Aidan O’Brien and Ryan Moore made it four wins at York on

by Tom Red

Thursday when Content won the Group 1 Yorkshire Oaks to add to their first day treble. The Galileo filly turned the tables on Ralph Beckett’s You Got To Me who beat her in the Irish Oaks. The winner was Galileo’s 100th individual Group 1 winning horse and O’Brien’s 9th winner of the race. Moore made it 5 on Richard Hannon’s Angel Hunter in the Nursery Handicap.

On Friday, the Group 1 Nunthorpe Stakes was won by Archie Watson’s Bradsell at 3/1 with Hollie Doyle in the plate.

Vauban, trained by Willie Mullins won the Group 2 Lonsdale Cup over 2m ½f under William Buick and will probably head to Australia for the Melbourne Cup. On Saturday Henry de Bromhead’s Magical Zoe won the Ebor Handicap over 1m 6f with Billy Lee aboard and looks to have booked a trip down under where she has earned a free entry for winning this race. In the Group 2 City Of York Stakes Irish champion jockey Colin

Keane rode the winner, Breege, for Yorkshire-based John and Sean Quinn at 33/1.

O’Brien and Moore continued their successful run at the Curragh on Saturday winning both Group 2 races with Henri Matisse, 5/6, in the Futurity Stakes and Bedtime Story, 1/16, in the Debutante Stakes. They also won the opening 7f maiden with Officer, 7/4, and completed a 4-timer with Fighter, 6/1, in the 1m 2f maiden.

The accumulator, the only rides Moore had at the meeting, paid 36.5/1, a healthy return for those who follow O’Brien and Moore.

Roscommon on Monday Racing at Lenabane next Monday evening starts with the Irish EBF Median Sires Series Race over 7f for 2-Y-Os with 30 entered. The second race, the Elphin Handicap for 3-Y-Os and upwards over the same distance has 67 entries, the largest entry of the day.

The final race over the minimum distance is the RoscommonRacecourse.ie handicap for 3-Y-Os and upwards with 20 possibles. The Lecarrow Race over 1m 2f is a conditions race for 3-Y-Os and upwards with 10 entries.

The final three races are over

Content and Ryan Moore win the Yorkshire Oaks for Ballydoyle.

1m 4f and start with a 30 possible runner Racing Here Again On September 30th Maiden followed by The Oran Handicap with 30 runners, both for 3-Y-Os and upwards.

The final race is the Roscommon Racecourse On Facebook handicap for 3-Y-Os only with 30 entries. The card is well supported by the top Irish trainers with entries from Aidan O’Brien and son Joseph, Dermot Weld, Jessica Harrington, Jim Bolger, Kevin Prendergast, etc.

Racing News On Saturday, the 31st of August

the Curragh Racecourse run the Pat Smullen Charity Race Day in aid of Cancer Trials Ireland featuring a host of activities to raise funds for Cancer Trials Ireland, the leading cancer research trials organisation in Ireland.

The charity showpiece of the day is the Pat Smullen Cancer Trials Ireland Charity Race supported by the Breeze-Up Consigners Association with 20 riders taking part, raising a minimum of €3,000 each for the charity.

The race will be run on the famous 12-furlong Dubai Duty

Free Irish Derby course after the 7th race at approx. 5.45 pm.

Members of Pat’s family hope to ride in the race – his daughter Hannah, who was 3rd last year, and son Paddy who will be having his first ride in public.

Competition Time Winners of tickets to Roscommon on Monday are Patricia Callaghan, Castlerea, Jacinta O’Boyle, Longford, and John Egan, Ballinlough, who all knew that Michael Finneran is the manager at Roscommon. Hope you all enjoy the day.

To win tickets for the final meeting of the year at Kilbeggan on the 6th of September please let us know how many winners did Aidan O’Brien train and Ryan Moore ride at the Curragh last Saturday?

Answers as usual please on a postcard to the Roscommon People, Abbey Street, Roscommon or by email to tomred17@ gmail.com by 5 pm on the 4th of September and as always do not forget to include your name, address, and a contact with all competition entries. As usual all tickets will have to be collected in the office in Abbey Street.

Olivia stars in GB and Ireland win  SEAMUS DUKE

Roscommon’s young golfing star Olivia Costello is in the news again as she was an integral part of the Great Britain and Ireland team who defeated Europe in the Junior Vagliano Trophy at the West Lancashire course last weekend.

It was the first time in the history of the competition that the Great Britain and Ireland team had won the trophy.

In her foursomes match Olivia and her part-

s t t u p t r o h S

ner Charlotte Naughton halved with their European opponents, then later in the day Olivia beat the European number one player Louise Uma Landgraf by 4 and 3 to contribute one and a half points to her team’s 8-7 win.

There was further Roscommon interest in the historic win as Deirdre Walsh (formerly Deirdre Mahon from Roscommon Town) was the team manager.

Meanwhile, Olivia Costello plays in the KPMG Irish Women’s Open this week at Carton House, beginning today (Thursday).

The Great Britain and Ireland team, including Roscommon’s Olivia Costello, won the Junior Vagliano Trophy at the West Lancashire course last weekend.

run/walk will be taking place at Boyle Golf Club on Sunday, September 8th, at 11 am. Please text 087 2029064 if planning to attend (to help us get an idea of numbers).

(News from local golf clubs)

BOYLE

INTERCLUBS: Our Jack O’Sullivan team have now knocked three clubs out of the competition, with their latest victory being over Strandhill Golf Club. It was a very strong performance by the team overall. Boyle play Tubbercurry in the next round in the coming weeks.

Our Cecil Ewing team also played well in their second round match and brought their opponents to a ‘sudden death’ play-off, but it was not Boyle’s day.

RESULTS – MEN’S STABLEFORD (11/8/24): 1st was Jim Callery with 35 pts, 2nd was Michael Simon with 34 pts, and 3rd was Pat Conroy with 33 pts.

FIXTURES: The men’s Thursday evening competitions continue. Next Sunday’s men’s competition is the Drumderrig Cup. BOYLE GOLF CLUB FUN RUN: A 5k fun

CARRICK-ON-SHANNON Congratulations to Patrick Martin on winning the Faldo Series Junior Tour at Glasson Golf Club.

Patrick claimed the recent win after three superb rounds of golf in very tough conditions. Patrick picks up WAGR points and qualifies for the Faldo Series Final in Dubai. Well done Patrick from all in Carrick Golf Club.

The club would like to thank Francis Cryan from Cryan’s Hotel for their very generous sponsorship of last weekend’s competition, which was the fifth qualifier in the OBN Series. Congrats to overall winner Andy Connellan with an excellent score of 38 pts, as well as Division 1 winner Niall Roche (35 pts), Gross winner Dylan Beirne (32 pts), and Division 2 winner Shamzuri Hanifa (37 pts).

Congrats also to our Connacht Shield team on a brilliant 3-1 win against Sligo Golf Club in the second round of the Connacht Shield last Sunday.

The team comprised Captain Pat King, John Coffey and Tom McGuinness, David McDermott and Paul Kelleher, Aaron Gibney and Damien Quigley, Niall Loftus and Marc McDermott, and re-

serves Paul Roche and Ciaran Curley. Good luck to the captain and team against Swinford in the Connacht quarter-final.

Congrats to our Cecil Ewing team who had an excellent win over Boyle. The team comprised Captain John Coffey, Damien Duignan and Cathal Dowd, Charlie Farrell and Jimmy Deane, Colm and Declan Loftus, and Martin Talbot and Enda McDermott. Best of luck in the next round on September 1st.

The Ladies Club would like to thank Lunney’s Service Station for their generous sponsorship of their recent competition. 1st was Lisa Casey (38 pts), 2nd was Mary King (36 pts), and Gross winner was Ann Keenan (16 pts). Congrats to all.

As of August 1st, this is the Ladies Nett Golfer of the Year order: 1st Phil Emmett (215 pts), 2nd Phil McWeeney (196 pts), 3rd Teresa Duignan (179 pts), 4th Ann Keenan (172 pts), and 5th Dolores Mulvey (168 pts).

As of August 1st, this is the Ladies Gross Golfer of the Year order: 1st Ann Keenan (280 pts), 2nd Phil Emmett (251 pts), 3rd Dolores Mulvey (204 pts), 4th Phil McWeeney (198 pts), and 5th Carmel Stritch (184 pts).

The Ladies silver medal standing are as follows: 1st Phil Emmett (42 pts), 2nd Siobhan Talbot (18 pts), and 3rd Geraldine Farry (15 pts). The Ladies Bronze Medal standings are as follows: 1st Jenny

Bruen (81 pts), 2nd Frances Molloy (77 pts), and 3rd Dolores Mulvey (73 pts).

The standings for Gents Nett Golfer of the Year are as follows: 1st Cathal Dowd (67 pts), 2nd John Coffey (52 pts), 3rd John Hardiman (51 pts), 4th Niall Loftus (43 pts), and 5th Jim King (42 pts).

The standings for Gents Gross Golfer of the Year are as follows: 1st David McDermott (86 pts), 2nd Paul Roche (54 pts), 3rd Niall Loftus (34 pts), 4th John Coffey (32 pts), and 5th Gordon Kavanagh (28 pts).

ROSCOMMON Massive congratulations to Olivia Costello who was part of the GB&I team that won the Junior Vagliano trophy (8-7). They are the first GB&I team to ever win the trophy. Olivia contributed a hugely important 1.5 points to the cause. She will also play in the KPMG Irish Open starting on 29th of August (today) in Carton House.

Best of luck to our Men’s Senior Cup and Ladies Senior Foursomes teams and management who are playing in the AIG All-Ireland finals in Carlow (28th-31st August).

Congratulations to Billy Donnelly (40 pts) and Marina Cribbon (71 pts), winners of the Abbey Hotel sponsored Men’s and Ladies 18-hole competition.

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Tully wins world doubles title SUCCESS FOR LOCALS AT WORLD WALLBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Fiona Tully of St Coman’s (right) pictured with her doubles partner Ciara Mahon and GAA Handball President Conor McDonnell, after winning gold in the 2024 World Wallball Championships in Limerick last week. Tully also secured a silver medal in the singles competition.

Kilglass’s Cáitlin Cashin pictured with her playing partner and GAA Handball President Conor McDonnell (centre) after winning the 13 and Under Plate Doubles final at last week’s World Wallball Championships in Limerick.

St Coman’s Fiona Tully secured a remarkable double last week, winning gold and silver medals at the highly-competitive 2024 World Wallball Championships in Limerick, which saw several successes for local competitors this year.

The Roscommon handballer won silver in the Ladies’ Senior Open Singles category, losing out on the top spot to Limerick’s Martina McMahon after a hardfought battle. However, Fiona was able to go one step further in the doubles decider, bringing home the gold alongside Kilkenny’s Ciara Mahon after facing some tough opposition.

Tully’s doubles prospects had actually got off to a rocky start, with original partner, Cork’s Catriona Casey, suffered an injury during her singles quarterfinal that prevented her from being able to compete. Luckily, Tully was able to find a new partner

in Kilkenny’s Ciara Mahon, who was heading home after losing out in the singles to Tyrone’s Eilise McCrory.

Just a few short hours after pairing up, the duo were heading into their quarterfinal fixture. And despite the last-minute team-up, they proved to be a formidable pairing, powering their way through the competition to win gold.

Tully’s success in last week’s World Wallball Championships comes off the back of her winning the Irish Wallball Nationals last year.

This year’s World Wallball Championships saw great success stories for other Roscommon handballers too, with wins for Kilglass’s Alanna Coggeran and Cáitlin Cashin.

Coggeran partnered up with Team Ireland’s 19 and Under representative, Ava Sweeney, and the pair battled it out in the 19 and

C’mon The Town

Kilglass’s Alanna Coggeran (second from right) pictured with her playing partner Ava Sweeney (right), GAA Handball President Conor McDonnell, and fellow competitors, after winning silver in the 19 and Under Doubles competition at the 2024 World Wallball Championships in Limerick last week.

Under Doubles competition, making it all the way to the final to secure silver medals.

Meanwhile, Cáitlin

Cashin won the 13 and Under Plate Doubles final with her doubles partner from Mullingar Handball Club.

In association with the

(Roscommon Town Youth Soccer)

Player Profile Name: Shay Molloy Team: U-11s Position: Right-wing Three words that describe me: Energetic, fun, kind Skill strength: Attacking Skill weakness: Heading Favourite team: Liverpool Favourite player: Luis Diaz Favourite Irish player: Evan Ferguson Best stadium in the world: Anfield Messi or Ronaldo or neither: Messi PlayStation or Xbox or neither: PlayStation Favourite food: Pizza Favourite film: Elf Favourite song: A Bar Song (Tipsy) Favourite book: The Twits by Roald Dahl What makes me happy: Playing sport and family Person I admire the most: Messi Why I play soccer: Because I love it Hopes for the season: To win the league

Champions Well done to our boys U-14 Town 2 team who have won the league title with two matches remaining.

They are a young team who play lovely football. Congratulations to the players and their coaches Dion, Mark and Bobby.

Finals Best wishes to our girls U-12 and U-18 teams who are in finals this weekend. The 12s play on Saturday while the 18s play on Sunday. Enjoy the experience girls.

League action The league schedule is now entering its closing stages.

Monday: Our Town 1 U-14 boys team welcomed Castlerea while Town 3 were away to Castlerea 2.

Tuesday: Town 1 boys 12s were away to Glen Celtic. Town 2 hosted St John’s.

Wednesday: Our U-9 girls were at home to Glen Celtic.

Thursday: This evening, our Town 1 U-16 boys team are in Lecarrow

while Town 2 travel to Kilkerrin. Our U-18 girls are at home to Shiven Rovers.

Friday: Our three boys U-11 Europa League teams are in action. Town 1 are away to Skyvalley. Town 2 are away to Castlerea 2. Town 3 host Castlerea 1.

Sunday: At U-9 level, our Town 1 boys are at home to Glen Celtic.

Town 2 welcome Shiven Rovers.

Town 3 travel to Ballinlough. Our 9s girls are at home to Shiven Rovers.

Pictured are the Town 1 U-14 Boys Team.

Wise Words “A commitment can only be felt when it oversteps convenience” – Ravi Shankar

Supporting our sponsors Support them as they support us: Roscommon Tyre Centre, Dermot Hughes Cars, Kreative Salon Supplies, Warm N Cosy Homes, Tulsk Fuels, Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon People.

Our Community. Our Children.

Our Club.

Pictured are the Town U-9 Girls Team.

Focus now turns to the 2024 World 4-Wall Championships, which will take place from October 26th to November 3rd.

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THE GAIN LINE

Best wishes to Castlerea St. Kevin’s from

Best wishes to Castlerea St. Kevin’s from

Season starts for Creggs

Creggs girls pictured on Connacht U-18 duty v Munster.

Leo Anic played for Connacht U-19s v Leinster.

Creggs RFC’s new season has commenced and training is progressing well. Check out our social media for up to date information.

Last weekend we had representatives playing for Connacht at Boys U-19 and Girls U-18 and senior women’s level.

We congratulate Leo Anic (U19s), U-18 team captain Siofra, Isabelle, Ciara and Mia at Girls U-18 and Sarah Purcell on making her debut for Connacht following on from teammate Jemina Adams Verling who played against Ulster a week earlier. They were joined by ex-Creggs player Roisin Maher.

Well done to all.

While the women’s games took place in Galway, the boys’

matches were played at Creggs RFC grounds on Saturday (v Leinster). A big crowd attended as support for both the U-18s and U-19s, making it an enjoyable day’s rugby.

While the Girls’ U-18s won against Munster (their 2nd win in the series) the boys’ teams and women’s team both lost on this occasion.

FIXTURES: Creggs women’s team have their first competitive game this Sunday at 1.30 pm in the Invitational Cup v OLBC in Creggs. Please support our teams.

LOTTO: Our club lotto jackpot was not won. It now stands at €2600 this Sunday. Please join to support the club. The lucky dip winner was Marie Cormican.

Connacht played Leinster in the men’s U-19 Interprovincial Championship (round 2) in Creggs last Saturday. Pictured at the game were Michael, Jack and Jamal Tierney with Reese Ward. Photo: Bernie O’Farrell

BUCCANEERS RFC

Buccaneers aim to bounce back after opening day loss Buccaneers head west on Saturday afternoon for the second round of the Bank of Ireland Connacht Senior League.

They square up to Galway Corinthians at Corinthian Park where the action kicks off at 5 pm.

Corinthians, who won pro-

motion to AIL Division 2A, won a tight Galway derby 1310 at Crowley Park last weekend. This will be another acid test for the midlanders who are in restructuring mode. If they can build on the display against Sligo (see below), it should be another entertaining

and close contest.

Buccaneers 17 Sligo 21: A youthful Buccaneers side pushed Sligo all the way in the opening round of the Bank of Ireland Connacht Senior League played in front of a good attendance under the Dubarry Park floodlights on

Last weekend: Orrin Burgess of Buccaneers retains possession despite the tackle of Sligo captain Matthew Earley.

Friday night. The visitors, fielding a more settled and seasoned squad, edged the hosts 21-17 after a lively and entertaining contest.

30th anniversary: Buccaneers will be playing for the 30th year in the All-Ireland League this season. The club will celebrate that landmark anniversary on the opening day of the AIL when newly-promoted Instonians visit Dubarry Park for a Division 2A match on Saturday, September 21st.

Contact the club’s Administrator Geraldine at 086 1732711 for details.

Underage training: Training and coaching for youths teams is gradually gearing up and includes free introductory sessions for boys aged 6 to 12 years old on Mondays from 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm on September 9th, 16th and 23rd. For further information, contact Charlie on 087 2221764 or Declan on 085 1407977. See www.buccaneersrfc.com Congrat Philip: Last week

Runner-up Barbara Victory with winner Sandra Cronolly.

Round Robin wins for Sandra and David Last Friday night saw an open Round Robin event being held in The Hollywood Bar, Roscommon Town, with both Ladies’ and Men’s competitions on the night.

In the Ladies event, Breanne Concannon took highest checkout with a 79 finish. The final was contested by Barbara Victory and Sandra Cronolly. Barbara had taken a 2-0 semifinal win over Trisha Duarte, while Sandra had edged out Rachel McKeon on a 2-0 scoreline to book her place in the final.

A tightly contested final saw Sandra take the win on the first night of competitive Ladies darts for this new season. Hard luck to Barbara and well done to Sandra.

In the open men’s event some great darts led to a final between David Concannon and Ciaran Hickey. David had edged out Kieran Mullen in the quarter-finals (2-1), before a hard-fought 2-1 semi-final win against Thomas Concannon.

Ciaran had taken a 2-0 win over Mark Concannon in the quarters, before a hard-fought 2-1 win in the semis over Jason Owens.

The final was a well contested affair, with great darts from both players. On the night it was David who ran out a 2-0 winner, the highlight being an 18-dart second leg which included scores of 131 and 140. Hickey kept in contention with some fine scoring. Well done to David, and hard luck to Ciaran.

Thanks to all the players who took part and helped create such a high standard. Thanks also to The Hollywood Bar management and staff for the hospitality shown to all on the night.

Are you interested in playing darts?

For those interested in playing darts within the county, don’t forget our AGM is this Friday, 30th of August in Hannon’s Hotel, Roscommon (8.30 pm).

If any publican wishes to enter a team in our league or a group of players wish to play this is the perfect opportunity to see what’s involved.

Check the Roscommon County Darts Facebook page for further details.

Buccs’ U-17 player Philip Finnan is also a promising athlete.

Philip Finnan represented Team Ireland for the first time in an athletics meeting, in Scotland. Competing in the long jump, he celebrated his first green vest by winning gold with a final leap of 6.63 metres at Grangemouth Stadium, Falkirk.

Philip is a versatile and talented all-round sportsman, a key member of Buccs’ U-17 squad for the coming season, and also adept at Touch Rugby. Congrats Philip and best of luck in your future sporting endeavours.

Runner-up Ciaran Hickey with winner David Concannon.

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SPORTS DESK Paul Healy

The glory, drama and heartbreak of a sporting weekend A little bit out of the blue, there came along quite a fascinating sporting weekend in Roscommon…

The notable achievements, and the drama, came thick and fast. St Coman’s handballer Fiona Tully won gold and silver at the World Championships.

It was sensational stuff from Tully, who won gold in the Senior Open doubles alongside Kilkenny’s Ciara Mahon, and silver in the singles, where she was denied gold by Martina McMahon (Limerick).

Then along came young golfing star Olivia Costello, adding another great chapter to her ongoing success story. The Roscommon Golf Club star was a member of the Great Britain and Ireland team that won the Junior Vagliano Cup in West Lancashire, defeating the Rest of Europe, with Costello contributing a very significant one and a half points in her team’s 8-7 win.

On the GAA fields, there was drama too. On Saturday, Roscommon Masters continued their very impressive run in the top tier this season, Anthony Carroll’s team producing an excellent performance to defeat favourites Kerry in the All-Ireland semi-final.

Following their 1-5 to 0-7 win over the Kingdom in Clare, Roscommon now advance to the All-Ireland final and the formidable challenge of taking on four-in-a-row chasing Tyrone. The Ulster side will obviously be favourites, but Roscommon have put a great run together this season and have everything to play for in the final,

which will be played on Saturday, September 14th (venue to be confirmed).

Perhaps the greatest sporting drama of last weekend (with a Roscommon dimension) came on Sunday in Creggs, where Athleague senior hurlers pulled off a great escape against Oran, thus leapfrogging their opponents to advance to the county semi-finals.

Oran led by two points entering time added on, but Athleague struck with two last-gasp goals, Niall Connolly’s long-range free finding the net before Aengus Lyons completed the comeback in the fourth minute of injury-time.

The other Roscommon SHC quarter-final played that same day was in Ballyforan, and this too was very noteworthy, as Roscommon Gaels built on their growing momentum in this code by defying tradition and securing a fully deserved semi-final spot.

The Gaels defeated Tremane by 1-19 to 3-9, proof for any remaining doubters that manager Ronan O’Meara is overseeing a peaceful revolution!

GAA intercounty managerial merry-go-round The other big theme of the sporting weekend was the latest twists in the ongoing GAA managerial merry-go-round.

I wasn’t surprised that the brief Colm O’Rourke era in Meath came to an end. I feel a little sorry for the great chieftain, a true legend of the game. It was an incredibly strange appointment in the first place, sentiment over logic I would respectfully suggest.

Yes, I am taking the view that veteran stars like the hugely respected O’Rourke are almost certainly not best equipped to manage in the modern game. Maybe I’m wrong, but the evidence is strong. There was a real naivety about some of Meath’s approach under O’Rourke, admirable as his commitment to old-style open football was. In truth, he was doomed!

Brian Dooher and Feargal Logan leaving Tyrone was no great shock either. As it turns out, Roscommon had a role in their downfall. Tyrone’s championship exit this year, a tame one at the hands (and feet) of Davy Burke’s team, was arguably the final straw after a couple of poor seasons for the

‘Red Hand’. Of course their unlikely All-Ireland success in 2021 means the outgoing joint managers have their place in folklore.

More locally, there has been lots of activity on the management front. Most observers were surprised at the appointment of Shane Curran as Carlow senior manager. The former Castlerea, St Brigid’s and Roscommon star is one of the most passionate figures in the game. It’s an exciting appointment for him; we wish Shane well.

Ballaghaderreen man Mike Solan, a former AllIreland U-21 winning manager with Mayo, is to become the new manager of the Longford senior team. And of course the great Mickey Harte has joined Offaly, in a joint manager role with incumbent Declan Kelly.

Meanwhile, Noel Dunning has stepped down as manager of Roscommon U-20s. He oversaw a great Connacht final win earlier this year before Roscommon were defeated in the All-Ireland semi-final by Tyrone. Noel’s shoes/boots won’t be easily filled.

This follows James Duignan’s recent announcement that he does not wish to be reconsidered for the position of manager of the Roscommon U-17 team, a role he had for the last three years.

Like Noel Dunning, James Duignan made a significant, positive contribution. Roscommon football will benefit both now and in the coming years from their development of some of our brightest young prospects.

Sven will be missed Like millions of football fans all over the world, I was saddened to hear of the death of former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, which was confirmed by his family on Monday.

A charismatic, thoughtful man, he had major coaching success at club level, winning a total of 18 trophies with various teams in his native Sweden, Portugal and Italy. That remarkable haul includes a couple of European trophies.

In his high profile tenure as England manager, Eriksson brought the team to the quarter-finals of three major tournaments.

When Sven was appointed as England’s first overseas manager in 2001, we all sat up and took notice. It all seemed quite exotic… and it was.

The tributes to Sven from former players, fellow managers, pundits and fans have been extremely warm and heartfelt. He was a much-loved figure in the game, and will be fondly remembered.

The late Sven-Goran Eriksson. May he rest in peace.

‘Your fans are proper fans’ – joys of lower leagues The odd browse through fans’ forums/comments sections on websites in the English soccer world can be interesting and entertaining (and admittedly often pointless/frustrating too!).

Last Saturday, Barrow FC defeated Port Vale 4-0 in League Two of the Football League (yes, the old Fourth Division).

I liked this post from a Port Vale fan, the tone of which captures why I love English football’s working class culture (mostly still only perceptible at lower level these days) and the passion of the grassroots supporters.

‘Other than the result and our second half performance can I just say it’s a joy to travel to Barrow. Your ground’s how I remember grounds to be ‘when I were a lad’. Your fans are proper fans like our own, travel all over the place to watch their team with very little reward. And you’ve got the cheapest Wetherspoons I’ve ever been in! All the very best for the rest of the season. You deserve it’.

Four Roads are U-21 champions…

Four Roads Hurling Club recently won the Roscommon County U-21 Hurling final, defeating Athleague/Tremane/Oran in Ballyforan by 1-21 to 2-16.

Four Roads goalkeeper Oisin Finneran pictured with his proud dad Ollie after his team won the Roscommon U-21 hurling final recently.

Pictured are the Four Roads team and subs prior to the recent Roscommon County U-21 Hurling final, in which they defeated Athleague/Tremane/Oran.

Four Roads captain Mikey Lohan receives the cup from Hurling County Board secretary Anne Connaughton after his team won the Roscommon U-21 hurling final.

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Clann, St Brigid’s and St Dominic’s in last four Pictured is the St Michael’s/St Ronan’s Junior C team (pictured last weekend).

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Clann na nGael will meet St Dominic’s in one of the two Dermot Hughes Cars Roscommon LGFA SFC semi-finals, while the identity of St Brigid’s’ opponents is all that is left to be decided, with four round robin games out of 21 still to play. Éire Óg will be involved in two of those four games, and they are in control of their own destiny after they picked up a 0-7 each draw with Boyle, who are now hanging on by a thread.

It looked like the champions were on the cusp of their exit at half-time in Loughglynn, when Rebecca Finan’s five-point haul had the home side 0-6 to 0-3 in front. But with Caoimhe Cregg to the fore at centre-back, Boyle hung in there, ultimately salvaging a share of the spoils through a stoppage time Kate Harrington free.

Shannon Gaels had a strong finish in their clash with Clann na nGael at Johnstown too, but it was to no avail as Kayleigh Dunning’s hat-trick, as well as a strong scoring display from Róise Lennon and a goal from a Ruth Finlass free, meant that Clann were 17 points in front at one stage.

Sorcha Bruen and Orla Mullaney found the net to leave the final score much more balanced at 5-11 to 3-7, but it still means that it would take a remarkable series of results for Shannon Gaels to somehow sneak ahead of Boyle and Éire Óg into the final semifinal spot.

Kilbride, who still have to play both Shannon Gaels and Éire Óg, remain rooted to the bottom of the table after St Brigid’s easily accounted for the midRoscommon side at Kiltoom, 4-10 to 0-4.

Alison Nugent, Áine O’Brien, Sarah O’Rourke and Marian Nolan were the goalscorers for the championship favourites, who were rocked by the news that Kate Nolan’s injury was confirmed as a season-ending ACL rupture.

INTERMEDIATE In the Coachman’s Inn/Harry’s Restaurant IFC, it’s just as clear who are at the top of the queue for championship glory, with one round of group games still to be played.

St Ciarán’s didn’t let poor conditions deter them in their trip to Frenchpark, where Laura Fleming got both goals in a 2-12 to 0-2 win for last year’s finalists over Western Gaels. With one game to go, against St Croan’s, the Galwayborder club are assured of top spot in the group, but St Barry’s are coming up on the rails with a storming run after they posted a 6-616 to 0-5 win over St Croan’s.

A point after just 20 seconds from Orla

Tighe set the tone for a comfortable home win in Tarmonbarry. After the two sides exchanged frees, a slick team move resulted in Shannon McGuinness scoring the game’s opening goal, and that was quickly followed by an Emer Callaghan penalty.

Further goals from Tighe, Grace Cox, McGuinness and Emer Callaghan moved St Barry’s into second place in the table, in advance of their penultimate game against Kilmore/Kilglass next week.

It was another tough week for the North Roscommon combination, who saw Niamh Fleming (five), Shannon Hibbitt (two) and Joanne Ronan rack up the goals in an 8-11 to 1-6 win for Michael Glaveys in Kilglass on Friday evening.

JUNIOR As has been the case all summer, Group One of the Leydon Brothers JFC has been sensational in terms of drama and excitement, and it was more of the same at the weekend, where Oran picked up a 2-12 to 3-8 win over Northern Harps that keeps their championship dreams alive.

Northern Harps have made a habit of slow starts this year but this time they flipped that script, with Ciara Cunningham getting on the mark with two early goals from Ciara Cunningham and excellent points from Lauren Shanagher and Shauna McGrath.

Niamh Walsh’s goal before half-time was a life-saver for Oran, reducing the

Boyle’s Maeve Brogan surrounded by Éire Óg players during Sunday’s Senior Championship match in Loughglynn.

Picture: Bernie O’Farrell.

interval lead to four points, and with the introduction of Hazel Kelly and Anna Hussey, they were a transformed side.

Oran knew it was now or never, door-die. Walsh, Gráinne Whyte, Becky Cassidy and Orla Connolly popped points over, Becky Cassidy punished a poor kickout only for Ciara Cunningham’s hat-trick goal to cancel that out, and while Northern Harps sent a free off the post that would have levelled the game, incredible defensive work from Ciara Owens, Mella Lawless, Clara Staunton and Erin McDermott was enough to secure the win.

Both those teams will now play quarter-finals, while Pádraig Pearses have topped the group and Castlerea St Kevin’s miss out on the back of Pearses’ 3-11 to 3-7 win in Woodmount.

The game was in the balance at halftime at 2-5 each, but goalkeeper Áine Keenan had kept wind-assisted Castlerea in the game with two fine saves, and Pearses were able to use the wind to preserve their unbeaten record after half-time.

Michaela Keogh’s point and Lorraine Kenny’s goal early in the second half helped Pearses put distance between the teams, but Aoife O’Rourke’s goal close to the end made it a nervy finish for the South Roscommon side.

In the other group, Four Roads got two early goals and then held out against the wind to trail by 2-9 to 2-4 at half-time in their home game against Roscommon Gaels, before cutting loose to win by 9-9 to 2-13 at the end.

There was also action in the Junior C championship, with St Michael’s/St Ronan’s securing a 4-11 to 1-6 win over St Dominic’s at Cootehall.

Please see http://roscommonlgfa.ie/fixtures-2024 for all updated fixtures and results. Roscommon LGFA would like to thank Dermot Hughes Cars, Coachman’s Inn/Harry’s Restaurant, and Leydon Brothers for their generous sponsorship of the adult club championships in the county.

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Club championships to heat up!

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The identity of the teams that will contest the play-off stages of this year’s club championships will be known after this weekend, as will the identity of the teams who will contest the relegation play-offs. There are interesting games down in every group.

Hodson Bay Hotel SFC (Group A) Both games are on Friday night at 8 pm. Roscommon Gaels can secure top spot in the group if they overcome Tulsk in Tarmonbarry. They will be hoping that a truer reflection of their current status was the win against Castlerea, and not the drawn game against Oran, which was pretty pedestrian.

Tulsk could still end up in the relegation play-offs if they lose here and Oran defeat Castlerea in the other match in the group.

If the Gaels can throw off the shackles and play positive attacking football, they have the

players to win this encounter, but they will have to improve on their last outing.

The match between Oran and Castlerea St Kevin’s in Strokestown is definitely the ‘Game of the Weekend’. If Oran lose here they will be involved in the relegation play-off. If Castlerea draw or win they will progress.

The bottom line is that Oran must win to stay in the championship. They adopted a very defensive game plan against Roscommon Gaels – and it yielded a point from a draw – but surely Sean Staunton’s men will be a little more adventurous here.

They will have to be. There won’t be much in it. I think Oran will just edge it.

Group B Both games are on Friday night at 8 pm. Western Gaels look set for the relegation play-offs after two one-point losses. This time they face the hot favourites St Brigid’s in Lisnamult. Anything other than a comfortable win for the defending champions would be a shock here. I expect Anthony Cunningham’s side to win with a bit to spare.

Michael Glaveys got the win they wanted against Western Gaels while it’s the exact same

File photo: Roscommon Gaels’ Peter Gillooly with the ball as Michael Kelly of Castlerea St Kevin’s gives chase during a clash earlier in this season’s Roscommon SFC. Pic: Bernie O’Farrell

story for St Faithleach’s as the sides meet in Ballyforan. Both sides are already through. St

St Faithleach’s edge past Western Gaels Hodson Bay Hotel SFC Western Gaels suffered their second one-point loss in succession when they went down to St Faithleach’s in Ballyleague last Saturday (1-11 to 1-10).

It was a very well contested match all through.

Towards half-time St Faithleach’s went ahead by three points (0-6 to 0-3) with Diarmuid Murtagh contributing three of that tally.

However, Kevin Higgins and Rory Hester were performing well for the Frenchpark side, and by half-time there was only a point between the teams

as the home side led by 0-6 to 0-5.

Five minutes into the second half Jonathan Hussey scored a St Faithleach’s goal to give them a four-point lead. Eight minutes later the excellent Kevin Higgins scored a Western Gaels goal and from there to the finish it was nip and tuck.

The sides were level three times after that but late points from a Ciaráin Murtagh free and James Browne nudged St Faithleach’s ahead.

Rory Hester reduced the margin to one in injurytime but St Faithleach’s held on, and now Western Gaels face St Brigid’s in their final group game needing a win to avoid the relegation play-offs.

Faithleach’s might just have the edge here.

Group C Both of these games are on Saturday at 6 pm. St Dominic’s must win against Clann na nGael if they are to steer clear of the relegation play-offs. Clann have been impressive in their two wins so far and despite the game being in Knockcroghery they should prevail narrowly.

However, they can expect fierce resistance from the home side, who won’t go down without a fight.

Padraig Pearses got back on the winning trail against St Dominic’s and they entertain Boyle this time around. This should be a cracking game with a number of talented players performing on both sides. With home advantage, Pearses are the better bet.

John Keane & Sons IFC Group A Both of the following games are on Sunday at 4.30 pm. Kilbride and Padraig Pearses clash in Knockcroghery. Both these sides have lost two games, so a win here will be vital. Pearses may well have the edge.

Shannon Gaels and Elphin will clash in Ballinameen and this is a battle to decide who tops the group. Both sides have been impressive so far. Elphin might just be the stronger outfit and are fancied to win by three or four points.

Group B Without a win so far, St Croan’s badly need to reverse that trend when they face Éire Óg in Castlerea. Éire Óg have been going

along nicely and will naturally want to remain unbeaten. They should have enough to beat Malachy Gately’s side.

There is a local derby in Lisnamult where Fuerty and Creggs meet. This is a very hard game to predict. I’ll sit on the fence and go for a draw.

(Both these games are on Saturday at 5 pm).

Group C St Michael’s need to win to avoid the relegation play-offs.

As such, their task is to beat Kilmore in Kilmore, which is never easily done. Kilmore have to be the fancy to prevail here.

Strokestown have looked very good so far and they should be able to make it three wins out of three when hosting St Brigid’s.

(Both these games are on Saturday evening at 6 pm).

Roscommon Masters into All-Ireland final The Roscommon Masters footballers have qualified for the AllIreland final for the first time following a hard-earned one-point win against Kerry in Clarecastle, Co Clare last weekend (1-5 to 0-7).

(Last year, Roscommon made it to the Plate final, losing in heartbreaking fashion to Mayo). That however was essentially the third tier of Masters football, whereas Roscommon are now competing at the very highest level.

Last Saturday’s game was played in very challenging conditions, with heavy rain and high winds.

Anthony Carroll’s Roscommon were always in the hunt and they thoroughly deserved their win.

Roscommon played against the elements in the opening half during

which the crucial score was a wellworked goal from Ronan Cox of St Michael’s. It was indeed a vital score as it meant that Kerry only led by a point at the break, 0-6 to 1-2.

Sean Ryan and Brian Higgins added points for the Rossies in the new half, Kerry scoring just one in the entire second period. When Ronan Cox put over what proved to be Roscommon’s last score, a point with 13 minutes to go, it was enough to secure a famous victory.

The Roscommon defence was magnificent in the closing stages as the westerners hung on to their narrow lead and progressed to the final. Roscommon will face Tyrone in the All-Ireland final on Saturday, September 14th (venue yet to be confirmed).

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