Michael Fitzmaurice TD says that he is glad that the Water charges debate is now out in the open but added that “it is unfortunate that the people in Group Water Schemes are not accounted for in this debate. “A battle has to be fought to ensure that these people are not paying on the …
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A Seminar and screening form the third and final part of the international commemoration project, Radical Actions, at King House, Boyle tomorrow. Curated by Linda Shevlin, Radical Actions takes the form of an exhibition of Irish artists Kennedy Browne (Gareth Kennedy/Sarah Browne), Duncan Campbell, Jesse Jones & Seamus Nolan at RMIT Galleries, Melbourne Australia; the …
Fianna Fail TD Eugene Murphy said he is deeply concerned and alarmed at the details of the Athlone boundary report which he claims could very well lead to an annexation of the Monksland area in the next four years. Deputy Murphy said that unless a number of stipulations from the boundary report are adhered to …
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There are some fantastic music performances taking place at Roscommon Arts Centre before their winter programme draws to a close. On Saturday 3rd December at 5pm there will be a very special performance by the Roscommon County Youth Orchestra and Moate Community School Orchestra entitled ‘Irishmen & Irishwomen’. The performance comprises of an orchestral suite …
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At a meeting with local Oireachtas representatives and representatives of Mayo Roscommon Hospice today the Minister for Health Simon Harris announced that funding will be provided to staff the planned Hospice at Roscommon Hospital. Picture Credit: Frank Feighan TD The Roscommon Hospice is due to begin construction in 2019 and should be fully operational by …
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While Ireland is a country of songs with a rich musical heritage – it is not too often that a small rural community is honoured by a song written in its praise! Kathleen Glennon RSM, a native of Clooneskert, Kilteevan, has written the lyrics of a song titled “Song of Kilteevan” and this Saturday the …
Local Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy is urging people to ‘get offline’ and take the time to post a card or letter to a loved one this Christmas season as part of an initiative to safeguard the post office network. Picture Credit: Kenneth O’ Halloran Eugene Murphy hosted a presentation in Leinster House yesterday (Tuesday) …
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Roscommon Ladies Gaelic Football held a very successful underage presentation evening in the Percy French Hotel, Strokestown. Picture Credit: Gerard O’Loughlin There was a fantastic turnout of players from all age groups from U-14 to Minor. Special guests were Mayo Ladies Footballer Cora Staunton and Roscommon Senior Footballer Cathal Cregg. Presentation of medals were made …
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The Arts Council has announced that they have allocated €68,000 in funding to Roscommon Arts Centre for 2017. Picture Credit: Brian Farrell for Roscommon Arts Centre The agency said its grant from government for next year would be €65.1 million, representing an increase of €5 million, or 8.3 percent, on the 2016 amount. The Arts …
Senator and Young Fine Gael member Maura Hopkins has hailed last weekend’s Young Fine Gael Conference in Ballinasloe as a major success. Picture Credit: Gerry Stronge Photography Over 250 delegates from across the country as well as the Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Tánaiste and Minister for Justice & Equality Frances Fitzgerald, Minister for Social Protection Leo …
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A Bereavement Support Group will meet on Wednesday next December 7th, at the Roscommon Support Group Resource Centre, Derrane. The support group meeting will take place from 11am to 12pm and refreshments will be served. Transport maybe provided by prior arrangement. For further details contact Deirdre on 09066 25852 (ext. 260) from Monday to Wednesday, …
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Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on the OPW and Flood Relief Eugene Murphy says the Flooding Bill being brought forward by his party will protect homes and businesses against discrimination by insurance companies. The Flood Insurance Bill 2016 requires the insurance industry not to discriminate against people who live in areas which the Office of Public Works …
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Garvey Cup Pictured above is Noeleen Moffatt Lady Captain Carrick Golf Club presenting the 2016 Garvey Cup to Attracta O’Connor. Nine and Dine on December 3rd Lady Captain Noeleen Moffatt is looking forward to great turnout this Saturday for 3 Person Scramble. Shotgun start at 1pm. Christmas Hamper Competition Our Christmas Hamper Competition continues until …
Under 20 update: Clann na nGael 6-14 St. Ciarans 0-9 The Shamrock Lodge Hotel sponsored U.20 Team won their second game of the group against St Ciaran’s on Sunday morning last and have assured themselves of a place in the semi finals. Four goals in the first half laid the platform for victory. Team: Gary …
Kilbride Ladies Celebration Dinner Dance To honour the victorious senior ladies team will take place on Thursday December 29th in the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon so please keep this date free for this very special night. Tickets will cost €40 and will be available for sale very shortly. Souvenir Calendar A Souvenir Calendar featuring photos of …
