Two Hour of Code events at Roscommon Further Education Centre

Two Hour of Code events at Roscommon Further Education Centre

The Roscommon Further Education Centre, Lisnamult, Roscommon town will hold two “Hour of Code” Events in December. The Hour of Code is a global movement reaching tens of millions of students in over 180 countries. It takes place each year during Computer Science Education Week, which this years runs from December 5th – 11th. The […]

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Applications invited for Athlone Municipal District Funding Scheme

Applications invited for Athlone Municipal District Funding Scheme

Athlone Municipal District is inviting applications from applicants within the Municipal District Area who wish to avail of funding. The funding is available under the following headings: – Dereliction – Infrastructure – Festivals and Fairs – Economic & Community Development – Tourism The minimum amount of funding that a group can apply for is €5,000

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IFA –  Cattle trade “may be turning a corner”, more stability in Lamb Trade

IFA – Cattle trade “may be turning a corner”, more stability in Lamb Trade

IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said there are clear indications that the cattle trade is firmer this week and may be turning a corner. Meanwhile IFA National Sheep Chairman John Lynskey has said there is more stability in the lamb market this week and clear indications of more buoyancy in the mart trade for

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Roscommon LGFA announce Michael Finneran’s Backroom Team

Roscommon LGFA announce Michael Finneran’s Backroom Team

Roscommon Ladies Gaelic Football Association are hosting a Poker Classic in PJ’s Bar, Fuerty tommorrow, Friday November 11th, at 9:30pm. There are valuable Prizes on offer and refreshments will be served. There will also be Spot Prizes. Tickets priced at only €20 are available through clubs or Officers of Roscommon Ladies Gaelic Football Board. For

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Michael Fitzmaurice TD – “HSE Memo should lead to sackings”

Michael Fitzmaurice TD – “HSE Memo should lead to sackings”

Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice has said that those responsible for a HSE Memo which suggested minimal force could be used to remove patients from hospital beds and also referred to them as “trespassers” should be sacked. Commenting on the Memo, which was brought to light by RTE, Michael Fitzmaurice “The notion that the HSE would

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Suggestion by Minister Denis Naughten could provide big economic boost

Suggestion by Minister Denis Naughten could provide big economic boost

Minister Denis Naughten has suggested that offering pre-clearance facilities for freight and cargo companies shipping from Ireland to the USA could provide a big economic boost to Ireland. Pre-clearance facilities are currently enjoyed by air travel passengers and Denis Naughten believes the Port of Foynes, in Limerick, could benefit from the idea which would significantly

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Roscommon and District Football League Fixtures w/e November 13

Roscommon and District Football League Fixtures w/e November 13

This weekend’s Roscommon and District Football League Fixtures includes FAI Junior Cup action and games in all three Divisions of the Leagues. Friday November 11th Games at 8pm unless stated. Umbro FAI Junior Cup Round 4 Castlerea Celtic V Ballinasloe Town Boyle Celtic V Shiven Rovers, 8:30pm. The Herald RDFL Premier Division Moore United V

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Eugene Murphy TD – Flood relocation plan “does not go far enough”

Eugene Murphy TD – Flood relocation plan “does not go far enough”

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Flood Relief Eugene Murphy has given a cautious welcome to the recommendations of a new report, published by the Office of Public Works, to relocate families living in flood prone areas. The plan, which was approved by Cabinet this week, will see homeowners offered compensation to help them move, if they

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Make your appointment with Boyle Musical Society for ‘Hairspray’!

Make your appointment with Boyle Musical Society for ‘Hairspray’!

With just days to go until opening night, Boyle Musical Society are delighted to announce that tickets for their eagerly anticipated new show, ‘Hairspray’, will go on sale again at 12pm on Saturday November 12th. Written by Brendan McGee, Picture Credit: Benny Morgan Tickets can be booked or purchased from the Boyle Musical Society ticket

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