Originally published at 7:30pm. Updated at 10:30pm The N5 between Frenchpark and Ballaghaderreen has re-opened following a two vehicle collision at Sheepwalk. The incident occurred at approximately 6pm and a man was subsequently airlifted to Sligo Hospital. The extent of his injuries or those of other parties involved, is not known at this time. The …
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Three Roscommon students have won top prizes in this year’s 63rd Texaco Childrens Art Competition. In the 9-11 years age category, second prize (€200 Art & Hobby gift voucher) went to Rachel Glynn (11), from Scoil Bhríde, Four Mile House, for her work entitled ‘My Grandad’. Third prize (€150 Art & Hobby gift voucher) in …
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The St Dominics Strictly Dancing Extravaganza takes centre stage in the Hodson Bay this weekend with three dates scheduled and two already sold out. Tickets for our family friendly Good Friday Show are selling fast but a limited amount are still available by contacting Padraig on 0866027509 or Tony on 0868225250. St Dominics GAA Club …
IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods has welcomed the announcement from the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed on the re-opening of the Beef Data and Genomics Scheme (BDGP) and has encouraged suckler farmers to apply. Angus Woods said the scheme will open from April 19th and the closing date is May 8th. He said all …
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There is shock in Ballaghaderreen and surrounding areas following the news that Exclusive Cigar Manufacturers Ireland (ECMI) could close it’s plant later this year. The 38 staff were informed today that they will face redundancy next month unless an alternative to the closure of the plant is found. Commenting on the new Independent TD Michael …
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iwalkntalk Our new Health and Well being initiative, iwalkntalk , kicks off this Easter Monday with a 5k leisure walk and talk which aims to promote and encourage people to talk about health and wellbeing. This event will be followed up with a series of talks in the community during the month of May. Registration …
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Drum Community Centre Easter Bingo takes place on Good Friday and features some surprises. There will be Easter Eggs galore and a Raffle on the night and the action will commence at 8:30pm so come along and bring a friend. Drum Community Centre wish to extend a big ‘Thank You’ to all patrons for your …
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Local Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has welcomed the fact that improvement works have been carried out at Scramogue Cross following his continued efforts to highlight the need for upgrading works on the N5. Eugene Murphy recently raised the matter with the Minister for Transport Shane Ross as numerous accidents have occurred along this stretch …
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St Brigids U12 Boys The U12 boys got the 2017 season off to the best possible start with two great wins at the weekend. The Division 1 side defeated Roscommon Gaels in Lisnamult on Saturday. Team: C. Benton, R. Keenan, C. Meeley, A. Sheffield, J. O’ Rourke, N. Derwin, B. Murphy, E. Joyce, S. Minnock, …
Results A few good days on the pitch saw our Under 14 and Under 16 teams have big wins over St Aidans. A lot of hard work and sharp shooting saw the lads run out clear winners. On Sunday morning our ladies take played St Brigids on home turf. Kilglass Gaels fought well in the …
Results and Fixtures The junior ladies played Michael Glaveys in their first league match in Ballinameen on Sunday. We won on a score line of 2-5 to 2-4. They play Eire Og next Monday 17th in Eire Og at 12. Round 3 of under 12 league, Ballinameen v Boyle, is fixed for Easter Monday at …
