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Monday 16th January, peacefully in the tender care of the staff of St. Mary’s Nursing Home Phoenix Park in his 104th year. John Mitchell RIP, late of Glasnevin, Dublin and formerly of Moore North, Ballydangan. Predeceased by his brother Tom “Ta” and sister Molly (Egan). John is survived by his nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand …
Sunday January 1st, peacefully, in Germany. Kevin Mannerings RIP, Germany and formerly of Lugboy, Taughmaconnell. Kevin is survived by his wife Elfie, daughters Bettina and Christiana, brother, sister, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and his many good friends. Funeral Service in St. Ronan’s Church, Taughmaconnell tomorrow (Saturday, January 14th) at 10.30am. Burial in the local cemetery. …
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Saturday 31st December, suddenly at home. Mike Stack RIP, late of Knock, Taughmaconnell and formerly of Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. Mike is survived by his wife Ann, daughter Elaine, son Austin, son-in-law John Paul, granddaughter Niamh, sisters Hannah, Bridget & Marie, brothers Kevin, John & Mossy, brothers-in-law, sisters- in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours …
Saturday December 31st. Peacefully under the wonderful care of the doctors, nurses and staff of St Vincent’s Hospital. Tom Naughton (ex Gardai Síochána), formerly of Doohan, Ballydangan, Athlone and late of 50 Monacurragh, Carlow. Predeceased by his son Fergal. Tom is survived by his wife Pauline, children Finola, Brian, Lisa, grandchildren Aubrey and Holly, daughter-in-law …
Friday 23rd December, peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family. Eileen Kelly RIP, late of Cloneash, Oldtown, Athlone. Predeceased by her sister Mary, brothers Johnny and Tommie. Eileen is survived by her loving husband John, children Padraig, Carmel and Donal, sister Nora, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. …
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Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called on the Government to give the employees of the Electricity Plants in Lanesboro and Shannonbridge long term job security by keeping the plants open until 2030. Speaking earlier Michael Fitzmaurice TD said “While the decision to grant planning permission to the Power Plant in Edenderry to 2023 is very welcome …
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Two businesses from Roscommon have taken top honours at the prestigious Irish Auto Trade Awards 2017, which took place at Citywest Hotel, Dublin last Saturday, (October 22nd). The awards are a celebration of excellence in the Irish auto trade in Ireland, a sector that accounts for over 35,000 jobs. 247 Lighting from Ballydangan, Athlone (pictured …
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Roscommon Public Participation Network and Roscommon LEADER Partnership have joined forces to bring information roadshows to seven venues throughout Roscommon. The aim of the Roadshows is to give community and voluntary organisations and individuals the opportunity to find out more about programmes and supports available from both organisations. Roscommon LEADER Partnership delivers a range of rural, …
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Roscommon County Council has been allocated a further €67,500 to complete flood relief works already approved by the Office of Public Works, Minister Denis Naughten has confirmed. Picture Credit: Irish Defence Forces The works will add to works already underway in Creagh, Moore, Taughmaconnell & Curraghboy to directly address the flooding of homes and property …
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National Heritage Week takes place from August 20th to 28th and there is lots of things to do in Roscommon during this time including Moore and Taughmaconnell. On Saturday 20th At 4pm in Moore Hall, Lakeland, Ballydangan; Ballydangan Bog Red Grouse Project host their annual open day. There will be a project presentation in Moore …
St Barrys 100km Cycle Challenge All roads lead to Tarmonbarry on Sunday next first the 4th running of the Tarmonbarry 100km Cycle Challenge. As usual, there are 100km, 50km cycles as well as the 20km family cycle. Registration will commence at 9am sharp in the St Barry’s GAA Centre, and the entry fees are as …
ICSA rural development chairman Seamus Sherlock has voiced his concerns over the proposed Greenway route from Athlone through South Roscommon and on to Galway. Speaking following the recent announcement by Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Shane Ross that the issue was back on the agenda, Mr Sherlock said “ICSA stands with farmers wishing to …
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Oral hearings by An Bord Pleanála into appeals against plans to build over 30 Wind Turbines at Dysart and Skyvalley in South Roscommon will open tomorrow at The Sheraton Hotel, Athlone. Picture Credit: Irish Wind Energy Association / iwea.com In October 2011 Roscommon County Council granted permission to construct 14 Turbines in the greater Dysart …
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A number of volunteers have come together to establish a Carers Support Network in the Roscommon – East Galway area where it is estimated some 4,000 Carers provide essential home care services for people and loved ones without whom the state would have to intervene. This voluntary support group envisage monthly meetings rotating around the …
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Padraig Pearses GAA Club are holding a Health and Addiction Awareness Meeting in their Clubhouse – at Woodmount, Creagh on Monday next, March 21st, at 8pm. Speakers on the night include: Liam Curley – Addiction Counselling Expert Justin Campbell – Roscommon Senior Team Hurling Manager and Counsellor Niall McNamee – Current Offaly Senior Footballer and …
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