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The Elphin Community College Senior Boys team finally finished there volleyball season when they were defeated by a strong St. Brigids side from Loughrea in the All-Ireland Volleyball Cup Semi-Final. Despite some decent exchanges during the three sets Elphin could not get control of the game at any stage and put pressure on the Galway …
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Castlerea Macra are holding a Table Quiz tonight, Friday 4th March at 9pm, in Hesters Golden Eagle, Castlerea. There will be something for everyone in the questions, including rounds on TV Series Fr. Ted and Mrs. Brown. Tables of 4 cost €20 and your support would be greatly appreciated. For more information visit the Castlerea …
Pictured above is Norah Casey with students of The Convent of Mercy Roscommon with a Make-A-Wish ‘Kids for Wish Kids’ award for excellence in ‘Commerciality’, and ‘Funds Raised’ for their sponsored haircut fundraiser – Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow. Picture: Kinlan Photography. The Convent of Mercy Roscommon town received two Awards at the annual “Kids for …
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Athleague Fuerty Heritage Group are holding a Table Quiz in The Bridge House, Athleague tomorrow, Friday 4th March, at 9pm. Entries are €40 for a table of 4. Athleague Fuerty Heritage Group hope to raise enough money for equipment which enable them to record and safely store data, photos and memorabilia relating to the history …
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Castlerea’s Darren Cruise will take on Mullingar man JJ McDonagh for the Irish Super Middleweight on Saturday April 9th in London. 26 year old Cruise, who is Roscommon’s only Professional Boxer, has been waiting for an Irish title shot for two years, while McDonagh hasn’t boxed since last May. The two men previously fought in the …
There were small numbers of Sheep on offer at Roscommon Mart yesterday (March 2nd) and overall there was a slightly easier trade for both Hoggets and Cast Ewes. There was a smaller entry of Ewes with Lambs at foot; however there was a good trade and high clearance of lots. Sample Prices were as follows …
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The 2016 Roscommon Drama Festival begins this Friday night and runs until March 12th. It will be officially opened with a Wine reception at 7.15pm followed by Claregalway’s Compántas Lir with their production of “Proof” by David Auburn. Tickets can be booked through the Arts Centre Box Office on 09066 258240 / www.roscommonartscentre.ie The complete …
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Roscommon Gaels Registration and Membership Anyone who has not paid membership please do so as soon as possible. Executive Meeting Club executive meeting at 9 on Wednesday night. Minor Football Well done to the minors who made light work of Eire Og winning 7.12 to 0.04. This was a great performance and emphasises the work …
The South Roscommon Singers Circle Special Guest for their March session is none other than legendary Cork balladeer Jimmy Crowley. Jimmy will present an intimate concert in the cosy setting of Murray’s Lounge, Knockcroghery, on this Saturday 5th March from 8-9:30pm ahead of the group’s regular “First Saturday” session. There will be a modest admission …
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St Dominics 50/50 Draw The Club congratulates Anne Gately (nee Miley), c/o Emer Miley, Sandfield who won €1,210 in the Club’s weekly draw. 50/50 draw next week Saturday 5th March will be in Ned’s, Knockcroghery. You can sign up for the next 52 weeks (Cost €100) or 26 weeks (Cost €50) at any time, please …
A large group from Elphin Community College recently visited Croke Park and Glasnevin Cemetery for a history tour. The following is a look back on their day from the perspective of different students 3rd Year Student’s report on their History Trip to Croke Park and Glasnevin Cemetery By Gilbert Muldowney, David Wynne, Laura Muldowney and …
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 by 6th March to secure a place on the trip. For more information, please contact …
Kilbride GAA Registration Club registration will take place on Wednesday night between 7pm and 9pm in the clubhouse. Membership is now due for renewal and all players must be registered before they play or train. Well done Well done to Conor Devanney and the Roscommon senior team on a superb performance in Cork on Sunday. …
Boyle GAA Fixtures and Results Congratulations to the National Automation Minors on their first win of the league, over Oran on Sunday evening last. The Cooney Motors/Centra Juniors commence their league with a trip to play Oran on Sunday March 6th, 11am. The James Lannon Tyre Centre U-16’s are out in round 2 of the …
Castlerea St Kevins Fixtures The junior team play Western Gael’s in the Tansey Cup in Frenchpark next Saturday at 3pm. The u16 boy’s play Clan Na nGael in the division one league next Sunday at 11-30 in O’Rourke Park. The minor boy’s team defeated Western Gael’s in the division three league last Saturday in O’Rourke …
