A Ballaghaderreen group which wants to bring people together in support of the Syrian Refugees, who are due to be housed in the former Abbeyfield Hotel, is hosting a public meeting tonight. The group, known as “Welcome to Roscommon” , is hosting the meeting at 8pm in Spells Bar. The aim of the meeting is …
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Senator Frank Feighan has said he will be seeking clarity on a number of issues at a special Ministerial briefing on Wednesday regarding the planned accommodation of Syrian refugees in the former Abbeyfield Hotel, Ballaghaderreen. Speaking earlier Senator Frank Feighan said “I have already had a constructive discussion with David Stanton, Minister of State for …
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Senator Maura Hopkins has said that she is “not convinced at all” that sufficient plans are in place for the arrival of Refugees to the Emergency Reception and Orientation Centre in Ballaghaderreen. Maura Hopkins has also confirmed that she has “emphasised strongly” to Minister David Stanton and Minister Frances Fitzgerald that the local community and …
Sunday January 8th, unexpectedly, aged 5 years. Aisling Duggan RIP, late of Willsbrough, Ballinlough. Pre-deceased by her grandfather John Cregg. Aisling is survived by her parents John and Olivia, sister Clodagh and brother Cathal, grandparents Martin and Breege Duggan (Castlerea), and Margaret Cregg (Ballinlough), great-grandmother MaryEllen Raftery (Ballinlough). Her uncles Derek, Kenneth and Kevin, aunts …
A brief round-up of the most read Roscommon news stories on roscommondaily.com during the past seven days. Our Five Most Read Roscommon News Headlines #5 Our preview of Roscommon GAA teams in action during the weekend gone bye. #4 Elphin man helps deliver baby in his Kitchen #3 There were two defeats for the Roscommon …
Volunteer of the Year Congratulations to John Haughey, St Dominics who has been named Roscommon Camogie Volunteer of the Year for 2016. John was Chairperson of the County Board Fixtures Committee and also managed the St Dominics Senior Camogie Team. John will be honoured at a special awards ceremony in Croke Park Stadium on February …
Annual General Meeting The Kilmore GAA AGM took place on Saturday last in the clubrooms. A good attendance was present with the meeting beginning with Club Secretary Jamie Sharkey reviewing the activities of the Club both on and off the pitch in his annual report. Club Chairman Tommie Kenoy then addressed the meeting and make …
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Hamper Week 7 Nov17 – Dec 12 2016 The Last Carrick Golf Club Hamper of 2016 was won by Liam Quinn with 45 points three ahead of Michael Duignan on 42. The Golfer of the Hamper series was Tom Daly finishing on 168, ten ahead of his nearest challenger. Nine Hole Christmas Stableford The 9 …
At a well attended AGM of Eire Og GAA club in James Timothy Park on Friday January 6th last Keith Johnston was elected to the role of Club Secretary. Sharon Behan Woods held the position for the past 14 years and was a most diligent and effective secretary. Keith has very big shoes to fill! …
Ballymoe FC 6-0 Ahascaragh United The senior team continue to lead the way in the Premier Division and have now made it 10 wins from 10 in the league. The latest victory came away to Ahascaragh Utd. on Sunday where 3 goals in each half resulted in a comfortable 6-0 win. Cathal Connelly opened the …
Club AGM Michael Glaveys GAA Club held its AGM on Saturday evening last and the following officers were elected: Chairman – Gerry Coffey. Vice Chairman – Tom Ruane. Secretary – Barbara Morris Assistant Secretary – Valerie Murray. Treasurer – Eileen Brennan. Assistant Secretary – Rita Garvey. P.R.O – Francie Keane. Assistant P.R.O. – Chloe Brennan. …
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The 14th running of the very popular Curraghboy New Year Doubles Handball Tournament took place today (Sunday) and thanks to the great organisation of Seamus McHugh another eclectic mix of young and old players from as far away as Laois and Clare provided wonderful entertainment to the watching public. The eventual winners were the Galway/Mayo …
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Buccaneers 17 Corinthians 10 Buccaneers completed their fifth Connacht Senior League and Cup double when they overcame Corinthians 17-10 in a well-contested Cup final at Corinthian Park, Clounacauneen, Galway, on Friday night. Picture Credit: facebook.com/buccaneersrugbyfootballclub Buccs were the stronger outfit overall but were forced to work hard until the very last moment before being assured …
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National League preparations continue Our Intermediate Team, now under the stewardship of ex county star Michael Finneran, begin their season with a very attractive friendly against Clare on Sunday next, January 15th in Clann na nGael’s grounds, Johnstown at 2pm. Please come along and support the girls. They begin their quest for National League honours …
Vincent Brooks rounds-up the action from the return of the Roscommon and District Football League which saw Ballymoe, Dysart and Strokestown United continuing where they left off. Ballymoe FC made it ten wins in a row in the Premier Division of the Roscommon and District Football League when they beat bottom side Ahascragh United 6 …
