Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called for the Government to provide “a substantial increase in funding” to Local Authorities for the repair of rural Roads. The Independent Deputy said “With the budget approaching, additional funding for the repair and maintenance of the rural road network should be at or near the top of the Government spending …
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Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on the OPW and Flood Relief Eugene Murphy has expressed concern about some of the proposals contained in the Government’s draft flooding strategy for the Shannon region. The document, which is open for public consultation, includes plans for concrete barriers, which locals say will exacerbate the problem. Deputy Murphy commented, “The consultation …
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World Sepsis Day took place yesterday, September 13th and initiatives are underway in all hospitals across the Saolta University Health Care Group to promote sepsis awareness amongst hospital staff, patients, relatives and members of the public. This day was marked this year in Roscommon Hospital (RUH) and the improvements made in sepsis identification and treatment …
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Senator Frank Feighan has welcomed the ongoing Garda recruitment campaign, which was launched recently by the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Frances Fitzgerald. Senator Feighan said “I would encourage all those interested in joining An Garda Síochána to visit the website of the Public Appointments Service and submit their application at www.publicjobs.ie. The closing date …
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Just one Roscommon property sold at today’s Allsop On-line property Auction. The former “Kilbride Inn” sold for €42,000. The bidding opened at €30,000 and following six further bids, from two bidders, in a 40 minute spell, the Hammer Price was reached. The property features a ground floor Bar and Lounge together with a four bedroom …
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Roscommon County Council have announced that two Sections of the N61 Roscommon to Boyle Road will now remain closed until December 12th to facilitate realignment works. The sections in question are from Caldragh Cross Roads, Elphin (junction with L1400/L5651) to the junction with the R370, at the 4 Provinces Public House, and from the 4 …
Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice has welcomed Roscommon County Council’s programme of Flood prevention works in Castleplunkett. Deputy Fitzmaurice said “There is a warm welcome this week among locals in the Castleplunket area, as Roscommon County Council have committed significant funding to address the serious flooding which occurred last winter, and also in previous winters, in …
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Fianna Fail TD Eugene Murphy has hit out at the CFRAM plans which were on display in Roscommon Town and Athleague last week as being completely out of touch with the views and knowledge of local people. Eugene Murphy said “In my opinion the CFRAM studies in Athleague and Roscommon are completely out of touch …
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Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins is reminding community groups throughout the county that applications for funding under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme for Rural Ireland must be submitted on or before this Friday September 16th to Roscommon County Council. Senator Hopkins stated that “up to €380,000 is available to Roscommon County Council. These grants …
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The IFA and Pieta House have taken the opportunity on World Prevention Suicide Day to encourage anyone who is feeling suicidal to get help by connecting with the support services that are available, including the Mind Our Farm Families phone line and counselling service offered by IFA and Pieta House. The purpose of World Suicide …
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There has been raucous reception this week by locals in the Castleplunket area, as Roscommon County Council have committed significant funding to address the serious flooding which occurred last winter, and in previous winters, in the Castleplunket area. “I am delighted that Roscommon County Council have found the funding for this vital work to be …
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The Roscommon Further Education Centre, Lisnamult, Roscommon town have announced that a limited number of places remain on some of their courses including Woodcraft, Hair and Beauty, Digital Media. The Centre is part of Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board provides education and training opportunities for adults in the community who wish to take …
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The GAA have again reiterated their commitment to the ongoing educational development of its players and members by announcing details of the 2016/2017 GAA National Student Bursary scheme. Now in its tenth year, the scheme is open to members of the Association who are attending a full-time Higher Education course (except those who hold another …
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Eugene Murphy TD has said the combination of rising rental prices and lack of supply of accommodation is prohibiting a large proportion of third level students from living within a reasonable distance of their campus. Deputy Murphy noted that the publication of the latest Daft rental report showed rents rose by 3.9% between April and …
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Michael Fitzmaurice TD had written to the Minister with responsibility for the OPW, Sean Canny, urging him to provide funding to install a pipe from Lough Funshinagh to the Shannon. The Independent TD said “It is now obvious to everyone involved, and especially those who are “trying to kick the Can down the road” with …
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