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, …
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 …
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 …
If the UK voters decide to leave the EU in the upcoming referendum in June of this year, it could have a significant impact on Irish Dairy and Beef exports. This is according to a newly released report produced by economists from Teagasc, launched yesterday at a Teagasc and Agricultural Economics Society of Ireland (AESI) …
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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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Collins McNicholas, one of Ireland’s largest recruitment and HR services company, has recorded a 20% growth in job vacancies registered with the company in the first three months of 2016. This job growth has been consistent over the past three years, according to the company’s Quarterly Jobs Market Report. This strong increase in the jobs …
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Local TD Denis Naughten has sought urgent clarification from Irish Water on the impact of the sewer upgrade on localised flooding in Roscommon Town. Earlier today Irish Water announced an investment of €2.9m in the wastewater infrastructure in Roscommon Town, which will see surface water that currently goes into the sewer network, diverted into local …
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Irish Water has announced details of a €2.9 million investment plan to upgrade the sewer network in Roscommon Town. The contract has been awarded to Underground System and Sewer Repair Limited who will carry out the works on behalf of Irish Water. Works will commence shortly and will last for one year. The benefits of …
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The HSE Psychology Department will be holding a free Stress Control Programme in Ballinasloe every Tuesday from the 19th of April 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 with a …
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