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Minister Denis Naughten has confirmed that officials from Inland Fisheries Ireland have supervised the removal of dead fish from the turlough in Castleplunkett, following local concerns over water contamination. This follows the news that the fish were discovered at the site of the turlough after waters receded. “I have been in contact with my officials …
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Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called for practical action to be taken now to avoid another winter of flooding throughout the region. Picture Credit: Irish Defence Forces The call comes following the recent publication of the River Shannon Catchment Flood Risk Assessment and Management report and meetings regarding on-going flooding issues in Roscommon. Incidentally, the comments …
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St Michaels GAA Golf Classic Our golf classic was held at Carrick-on-Shannon golf club last weekend and proved to be a successful, enjoyable and competitive event. St Michaels GAA club wish to thank all who played, our sponsors and a big thanks to Chris Lowe and all at Carrick-on-Shannon golf club. Congratulations to the winning …
Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon-Galway Eugene Murphy says the Housing Minister Simon Coveney must live up to his commitments on social housing projects. Last week it was announced that 53 homes would be built at The Walk in Roscommon town. Eugene Murphy commented, “There are hundreds of people across Roscommon and Galway on a waiting …
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The nationally renowned Boyle Arts Festival was officially opened by Professor Mary McAleese in King House, last Thursday evening. The unexpected and relentless rain failed to dampen the spirits of the former President and before an audience of several hundred invited artists and guests, she declared the 27th annual Arts Festival, open. It will continue …
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Carrick Golf Club won their third Cecil Ewing trophy and the inaugural All-Ireland 4Ball Inter-Club Connacht Title on Saturday last July 23rd. They defeated Ballinasloe 7-3 in the Final, which was played over two legs, the second leg in Ballinasloe. Leading 4-1 from the first leg the Carrick lads travelled to Ballinasloe full of confidence, …
St Brigids Annual Golf Classic Yet again we had another hugely successful golf claasic last Friday in Athlone Golf club. We would like to thank everyone in Athlone Golf Club for hosting our classic including greenkeepers, caterers, club PRO and of course the committee and club members. As always the course was in great shape …
St Faithleachs 3-13 Oran 4-20 Minor Championship D2: Team : C.O’Brien, K.Nerney, R.Trimble, M.Gill, G.Carberry, L. Parker, R.Banahan, C.Kennally, R.Guinean, C.Smith, L.Orsmby, J.Browne, M.Dunne, E.Tynan, S.Walsh. Next game on Monday 25th against St.Ciarans in Ballyleague at 7:30pm. Junior Ladies Championship The ladies play Castlerea in the quarter final on Monday August 1st at 8pm in …
Clann na nGael 1-6 St Brigids 1-8 Clann continued their Minior Division 1 Championship with a 2 point defeat to a strong St Brigids side in Johnstown on Wednesday night. Clann started slow and found themselves 2 points down after 4 minutes, before Paul McManus found the net to open the scoring for the home …
Results and Fixtures The boy’s minor team were defeated by Boyle in the Division 3 championship last Wednesday in O’Rourke Park. The U14 boys defeated St Faithleachs in the division three championship last Friday in O’Rourke Park. The ladies minor team play Michael Glaveys in the championship next Thursday in O’Rourke Park at 7pm. Check …
St Barrys host Centenary Celebration This Sunday (July 31st) St Barry’s GAA Club are having a Centenary Day Celebrating 100 years of the Club 1916 – 2016. Starting from 2 o’clock with Challenge Matches of all ages, Tug of War, Face Painting, Balloon Modelling, Climbing Wall and much more. We will also have a Live …
Last week was a busy one at Boyle Golf Club with action over five days Results Captain’s Prize to Ladies (Sunday 24th) 1st Liz Dwyer (16) 69 nett 2nd Kathleen Candon (29) 70 nett Gross Tish Perry 89 3rd Sandra McCrann (33) 74 nett Gents 18 Hole Stableford GOY R13 (Sunday 24th) 1st Gerry Carty …
Tulsk 2-13 Fuerty 3-10 The club wishes Ryan Larkin and Ciaran Flanagan a full and speedy recovery from the injuries they sustained in Friday night’s O’Gara Cup game. Gaelic4Mothers & Others Training will now take place on Sunday evenings at 8pm. All ladies are welcome to join for an enjoyable way to keep fit. Tulsk …
Ballymoe FC would like to invite applications for the position of Senior Team Manager for the 2016/17 season. If you are interested in getting the best out of a team with potential, please contact Ballymoe FC Secretary Kathleen Hegarty at 087 7553909 or by e-mail to [email protected] by July 28th. In other news, the official …
Have you ever wanted to be in a film or do you know someone who might? A film is shooting in Boyle this Sunday and they needs Extras of “an older vintage” for a scene. “Out of Misery” is a short comedy film about a boy called Cal who mistakenly believes his parents are planning …
