The free Stress Control Programme, run by the HSE Psychology Department in Ballinasloe begins tomorrow evening (Tuesday 19th) and continues every Tuesday up to the 24th of May. The six sessions Programme aims to help the large number of people who experience stress, through learning new ways to help overcome it. Each session will deal
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Renua’s representative for Roscommon-Galway Anne Farrell has said “If Fine Gael and Labour are allowed to get into power again, no matter who else is with them, then we will never have a right to complain again.” Speaking following reports in recent days that the Labour Party had been offered ministerial positions by Fine Gael
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Michael Fitzmaurice has blasted reports in national newspapers over the weekend which alleged that Independent TD’s in negotiations with the political parties had a list of demands which would cost the exchequer €13 Billion, labelling them as “a complete fabrication and lazy journalism.” “I don’t know whether it is an attempt by the media or
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Updated at 10:30pm Gardaí have confirmed that the body recovered from the Docks in Galway, just before noon today, was that of missing Mayo man Ben Garrett. Today’s discovery followed the recovery of another body yesterday from Galway Bay. Both bodies were taken to the University Hospital for Post-Mortems. Speaking to Galway Bay FM, this
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The search for missing Kiltoom man Anthony Henehan and Mayo man Ben Garrett will resume at 9am tomorrow (Sunday) from Calasanctius College, Oranmore. The Oranmore Maree Coastal Search Team are asking anyone wishing to take part to wear a hi-viz vest or jacket, wellies, waterproof clothing, a walking stick and, if possible, a change of
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Cllr. Orla Leyden is calling on Roscommon County Council to ensure that full access is restored to the Public Toilets located at the amenity area in Portrun. Cllr. Leyden says that Portrunny Bay is an important local and tourism amenity much loved by locals in the Mid Roscommon area, and with visitors alike, and that
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A man has been airlifted to Hospital in Galway following an accident on the N5 at Lissapuca, east of Tulsk. The accident occurred at the junction close to “Simpson’s Pub” and Strokestown Fire Brigade were among those who attended the scene. Traffic was delayed for a time and the road is set to be closed
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“There are several things that can be done to address the housing crisis around the country that would not alone solve the problem but would boost the economy too and the Local Authorities must play a central role.” That was the view of Roscommon-Galway Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice, speaking in the Dail yesterday. “Modular homes
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Roscommon’s Renua Ireland Anne Farrell has re-iterated that the Government’s modular housing plans are missing the point and like “putting a sticky plaster on a gaping wound” – a point previously made prior to the election. In a statement she said “This may have been a legacy issue, but the housing crisis had worsened dramatically
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The Roscommon CBS Juvenile Footballers are all set for their Connacht Post Primary Juvenile B Championship Final against St. Attracta’s, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo tomorrow (Friday). Picture Credit: Clare Frances Photography The big game takes place in the Connacht GAA Centre, Bekan at 12:30pm and so far they have beaten Carrick-on-Shannon Community School, and St. Muirdeachs,
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There was a “reasonable trade” and 77% clearance at yesterday’s Heifer Sale in Elphin Mart and the average prices were as follows Heifers weighing 301kg to 400kg Average price achieved €1,010, with a top price of €1,200 for a 400kg Charolais. Heifers weighing 401kg to 500kg Average price achieved €1,167 with a top price of
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GMIT is pleased to offer a new Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Sport and Exercise Science, the first course of its kind in the west of Ireland. Picture credit: Aengus McMahon The four year, full-time, Level 8 course prepares graduates to work in the growing areas of sport performance and health-related exercise science. The
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Roscommon Galway Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice has announced that Fourteen Independent TD’s met this morning and agreed to step back from talks on the formation of the next Government until the main parties, Fine Gael and Fianna Fail agree a reciprocal agreement on the formation of a minority Government. “We want the parties to agree
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News likely to appeal to Roscommon motorists is the announcement of a ‘Win Your Fill of Fuel Around Ireland’ promotion by Valero, who market fuel in Ireland under the Texaco brand. Continuing until May 6th next, motorists who spend €30 or more on fuel at any participating station can enter a draw to win a
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Enterprising young teenagers from Roscommon are getting ready to showcase their inventions and real-life businesses at the Student Enterprise Awards National Finals, coordinated by Local Enterprise Office Roscommon. From the 22,000 secondary school students from 620 schools that took part this year, teens from 76 student enterprises have won a place at this year’s National
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