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Eugene Murphy – HSE more focused on “cost cutting” with Knockroe House closure

Fianna Fail TD Eugene Murphy said the closure of the mental health hostel, Knockroe House in Castlerea was as a sad day for the area and he noted that the HSE had not taken the points and recommendations made by Oireachtas members into account but were more focused on “cost cutting”. “It’s a sad day …

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Athlone Boundary Review

Athlone Boundary Review: Save Roscommon has won the Battle but….

The news that the Athlone Boundary Review Committee recommended no change to the Roscommon County Boundary was been widely welcomed yesterday however, on further analysis, the issue is far from over. As with most things in life Terms and Conditions apply and the Athlone Boundary Review Committee recommendation is no different. The main message from …

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Christmas Toy Appeal

Barnardos supported by GLS ParcelShops launches Christmas Toy Appeal

Barnardos has launched its annual Christmas Toy Appeal, supported by GLS ParcelShops and the children’s charity is asking shoppers in Roscommon to add the Barnardos Christmas Toy Appeal to their shopping lists this festive season and help make a child’s Christmas. Every Christmas Barnardos needs gifts for children of all ages, from babies through to …

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Roscommon Airs to showcase county’s rich musical tradition

The rich cultural heritage of County Roscommon will be celebrated in “Roscommon Airs” – a night of Traditional Music, Song and Dance in St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle on Saturday December 3rd. “Roscommon Airs” will be an historic and unique event, the first such official occasion where this rich array of performers will be brought together …

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Senator Maura Hopkins – Athlone Boundary Review “did not close the door”

Senator Maura Hopkins, who attended yesterday’s briefing on the Athlone Boundary Review for local Oireachtas members stated that “the recommendation not to change our county boundary at the present time is positive and reflects the strong support by the people of Roscommon to ensure this result was achieved”. However, Senator Maura Hopkins added that she …

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