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Paul Higgins RIP Western Gaels GAA Club would like to extend our sincere sympathies and condolences to the family on the untimely passing of Paul Higgins. Paul was a past player and great supporter of our club down through the years. He put up a brave and dignified fight over the long course of his
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Results Our U12 team had their 2nd league match on Sunday at home against Shannon Gaels. Final score was Ballinameen 2-9 Shannon Gaels 3-6. The Junior ladies lost out to a stronger Padraig Pearses side on Sunday last in their league match. Training For Junior Girls is on Tuesday and Thursday at 7.15pm on Pitch.
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To celebrate Poetry Day Ireland, which takes place this Thursday April 27th, Roscommon writers and anyone with an interest is invited to celebrate the occasion in their local Libraries. Ballaghaderreen, Boyle, and Roscommon libraries will display a selection of poems by their members, and host a lunchtime event where the poets can read their piece.
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Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice has called for “positive action” to be taken by local bodies and politicians following the news that the ECMI Cigar Manufacturers Plant in Ballaghaderreen is to close with the loss of 38 jobs. Commenting on the issue Michael Fitzmaurice said “We can complain endlessly about how terrible the news is and
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Tansey Cup: St Barrys 1-13 Ballinameen 1-16 St Barry’s Adult Men’s team lost out to Ballinameen in a rip-roaring Tansey Cup Division 3 League game in Ballinameen this evening. Ballinameen got off to a great start, scoring a goal and a point in the opening minutes. They held this lead through the first half, leading
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The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will old three Blood Donation Clinics in Roscommon town over the coming days. The Blood Donation Clinics will be held at the Abbey Hotel and the details are as follows: Tuesday April 25th from 5pm – 8:30pm.. Wednesday April 26th from 5pm – 8:30pm. Thursday April 27th from 5pm –
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A Club Meeting will be held in Granlahan Commuity Cente on Thursday 4th May at 9 p.m. Congratulations To Joanne Cregg on being selected for the Connacht Inter provincial panel. The panel will take part in the tournament in Monaghan on Saturday May 20th Best wishes To Niamh & Shauna Fleming in the Minor A
Michael Glaveys GAA Lotto Jackpot won Read More »
Saturday 22nd April, peacefully at Roscommon Hospital. Andy Freeman RIP, late of Cloonbard, Castlerea. Predeceased by his brothers John, Pat and Martin and sisters Imelda and Colette. Andy will be sadly missed by his loving sister Tess, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. Funeral Arrangements Reposing at Gaynor’s Funeral Home, The Square, Castlerea
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Saturday 22nd April, peacefully, in the loving care of the staff at Cloverhill Nursing Home, Roscommon, in his 95th year. Padraig V O’Connor, Retired Garda Sergeant, late of Cloonroughan, Elphin and formerly of Bruff, Limerick. Beloved brother of Felix and Kevin (Sydney, Australia), brother-in-law of the recently deceased Margo (Sydney, Australia). Sadly missed by his
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Results Commencing with the most recent results, the Club Fundraiser held over the Bank holiday weekend was won by the trio of 1st Michael Simon, Michael Reid & Frank Flanagan with 93pts, in second was Pat Brogan, Paul Connolly & Seamus Gallagher with 87pts and in third was Terry Canning, Ross Andrew & Gerry O
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Wednesday April 19th, peacefully, aged 50 years in the loving care of his family, the Doctors, nurses and staff at the Mater Hospital Dublin, after a long illness borne with great dignity and courage. Paul Higgins RIP, late of Tully, Castlerea. Predeceased by his parents Michael-Henry and Bridie. To the in-expressible grief of his wife
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Strokestown beat Glenlo Abbey in the first round of the 9 Hole Inter Club competition on Monday 17th April. 4 single matches were played at home with 3 Foursomes matches played in Glenlo. The team of Martin Kelly, Ronan Cullen, Pat Connellan, Martin Crinnegan, Gerry King, Coman Neary, Paddy Murray, Jonathan Cassidy, Gerry Houlihan and
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Senior Team Our King & Moffat sponsored senior team had a super 2 point win over Western Gaels in Kilmore on Sunday last. Well done to the players & management on a great win. Next up is Elphin in Kilmore this Sunday at 2pm. Junior team Our Junior team made it 2 wins from 2
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Pictured above are members of the Diffley and Campbell families, Tarmonbarry, preparing for the start of the 2016 Tarmonbarry Cycling Challenge. The final details have been confirmed for the 5th Annual Tarmonbarry Cycling Challenge, which takes place this Sunday April 23rd. Building on the success of previous years, the event has been moved to an
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Picture Credit: Mac Innes Photography 2-year-old Molly Regan from Loughglynn recently joined with Fyffes marketing manager Emma Hunt-Duffy in asking donors to give their support to National Banana Day, which takes place today – Wednesday, April 19th. Funds from National Banana Day will go towards the purchase of multisensory equipment to be used by Temple
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