Three students from Elphin Community College were among 6,000 Post Primary students from across the country who attended the presentation of flags and proclamation packs by the Defence Forces in Croke Park on Monday. The event marked the conclusion of the “Flags for Schools” programme, an initiative by the Thomas Francis Meagher Foundation, the Defence
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Clooncagh National School is having a double celebration on next Tuesday 15th March. This day will mark the National 1916 Proclamation Day as well as their own School Centenary. The Pupils and Staff are inviting everyone in the locality and all past pupils to visit the School on Tuesday from 12pm to enjoy an exhibition
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There was a full clearance of Dry Cows and of Weanlings at yesterday’s sale in Elphin Mart. Dry Cows sold for an average price of €1,129, with prices ranging from €680 to €1,660 for a Charolais Cow weighing 840kg. There was a smaller entry of In-Calf heifers with average price of €1,400 achieved, with top
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The Roscommon Finals of the SPAR FAI Primary School 5s Competition take place at the home of Roscommon and District Football League Side Shiven Rovers, at Newbridge, Co. Galway on Wednesday April 6th (Note change of date). The fun five-a-side schools competition is open to boys and girls from 4th, 5th and 6th class and
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Buying a Daffodil on March 11 helps in the fight against Cancer As Daffodil Day 2016 approaches, cancer survivors and volunteers with the Irish Cancer Society are calling on the public to help fight the cancer epidemic we’re currently experiencing in Ireland. This year Daffodil Day, which is kindly supported by Dell, will take place
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The Abbey Hotel, Roscommon town is the venue for tonight’s IFA Election Debate between candidates for the positions of President and Deputy President. Speaking ahead of the first Election Debate IFA National Returning Officer Jer Bergin said the series of debates around the country are an opportunity for IFA’s members to hear presentations from the
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Roscommon Galway Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice has said that the latest figures showing an increase in the numbers of people on waiting lists for various procedures and to see a consultant throughout the country is another reminder of the size of the task facing any new administration in dealing with the the health service.” “The
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IFA Deputy President and Countryside Chairman Tim O’Leary has called on the next Government to support farming and the wider rural economy by implementing the measures contained in the Association’s rural affairs policy document. Mr. O’ Leary said, “The IFA’s Policy Charter for Rural Ireland identifies key measures to deliver a more balanced economic recovery
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Congrats Well done to our team of Matt Hynes, Michael Rock, Micheal Gunn and Colm Beirne who retained the County Scór Quiz title and are through to the All-Ireland Final on April 2nd. Best wishes Best of luck to Austin and the Roscommon Under 21s against Galway on Friday in Kiltoom at 7:30pm, to our
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St Dominics GAA 50/50 Draw The Club congratulates Kevin and Emmet Beirne, c/o Paddy Byrne, Scrine. (Seller: P. Connaughton) who won €974 in the Club’s weekly draw. 50/50 draw next week Saturday 12th March will be in Murrays, Knockcroghery. You can sign up for the next 52 weeks (Cost €100) or 26 weeks (Cost €50)
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Application details for the 2016 Roscommon County Council Artists Bursaries have been announced. The bursaries provide financial assistance towards the professional development of individual artists under the following 2 schemes – – Individual Artists Bursary – Tyrone Guthrie Residency Bursary This bursary programme is designed to further the development of individual artists from any discipline
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Roscommon Gaels Registration and Membership Anyone who has not paid membership please do so as soon as possible. Roscommon Gaels Executive Meeting The Club executive met on Wednesday night last and a number of items were discussed. The club gear document and procedures were presented and approved. Paul Gleeson was especially thanked for his excellent
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The Roscommon Suicide Bereavement Liaison Service is a free and confidential service based in Vita House Family Centre and the Family Life Centre, Boyle. The service offers free support ans assistance to individuals, families and communities grieving the death of a loved one by suicide and is funded by the HSE National Office for Suicide
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Kilbride GAA Lotto Congratulations to Bryan Carley, Grange who has won the €3,100 Lotto Jackpot. Kilbride GAA Last Man Standing Thanks to everyone that has entered our Last Man Standing competition. 138 entered and after the weekend 100 remain standing. Results Well done to our U16 boys who made it two wins from two when
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Clann na nGael Holiday The 2016 Clann Holiday will take place from the 8th to the 15th of October in PUERTO DEL CARMEN in LANZAROTE. The price of the holiday is €520 per person and a €100 deposit is required to secure a place on the trip. For more information, please contact Breda at 0868971409
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