Picture Credit: Barry Cronin / barrycronin.com Pulling his tail, sitting on him, disturbing his sleep and kissing his nose are just some of the antagonising ways children act around dogs according to a new survey recently released by Dogs Trust. The charity is urging parents to never leave a child alone with any dog as
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Retired Postman. Saturday 20th May, peacefully, in his 93rd year at Sligo University Hospital. James “Jimmy” Nash RIP, late of Clogherbeg, Elphin. Brother of the late Mary Gordon. Sadly missed by his loving nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Funeral Arrangements. Reposing at Brady’s Funeral Home, Elphin, on Monday from 5.30pm with removal at 7pm
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The annual IzzyB’s Away with the Fairies event at Strokestown Park House promises to be bigger and better than ever as thousands are once again expected to flock to the magical County Roscommon venue on June 11th . Now in its fourth year the IzzyB’s Away with the Fairies Day event was initiated by the
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Western Gaels GAA Club are hosting Play for Paul – a charity match in honour of Paul Higgins at Nash Park, Frenchpark, on Sunday June 4th at 3pm. Paul Higgins, from Ballinagare, sadly passed away on April 19th 2017 after a fifteen year battle with Cancer. He was an inspiration and an influential figure in
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Michael Fitzmaurice TD has called for local Fine Gael representatives to clarify rumours regarding a possible re-opening of the A&E unit at Roscommon Hospital. Commenting on the issue Michael Fitzmaurice said “There is speculation in political circles over the past couple of days that various promises are being made in the election campaign to become
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Fianna Fáil TD Eugene Murphy has called for more marketing of national monuments such as Boyle Abbey as he believes such facilities offer a wealth of historical, educational and cultural opportunities. Eugene Murphy who is Fianna Fáil’s spokesman for the Office of Public Works was responding to a recent figures released through the Freedom of
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Friday 19th May, peacefully at Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe. Gerald “Gerry” Fitzgerald RIP, late of Enfield, Ballintubber and formerly of Cuas, West Kerry. Lovingly remembered by his family & friends. Funeral Arrangements Arriving to St. Bride’s Church, Ballintubber on Sunday at 7pm. Mass of the Resurrection at 10.30am on Monday. Burial in Dromavalla Cemetery, Killorglin, Co.
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Picture Credit: Matt Browne/Sportsfile Boyle Celtic have received another highlight in an historic season by being shortlisted for the FAI Club of the Year Award. Boyle Celtic got to this stage based on the quality of their on-line application which focused on the areas of Club Management, Coaching, Community, Participation, and Facilities. Boyle Celtic and
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Picture Credit: Gerard O’Loughlin Bank of Ireland has today announced that the Big Blue Chariot challenge is partnering with the historical Táin March from Friday May 19th to Monday June 5th, raising much needed funds for The Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation. The unique challenge sees Bank of Ireland staff and members of the local
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Image Credit: Cristina Todaro Theatre lovers will not want to miss WAVES, written and performed by Alice Mary Cooper when it takes to the Roscommon Arts Centre stage on Wednesday next 24th May at 8pm. WAVES tells the story of the unofficial history of the invention of the Butterfly stroke. Combining new writing, highly expressive
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Friday 19th May, peacefully at the Mater Hospital, Dublin, surrounded by her heartbroken family. Lisa Dolan RIP, late of Clonark, Athlone Deeply regretted by her loving parents Sean & Rosie, sister Laura, boyfriend Oisin Coughlan, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandaunts, granduncles, neighbours & a wide circle of friends. Funeral Arrangements Reposing at her home on Sunday
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Picture Credit ©INPHO/Donall Farmer Ireland internationals Niyi Adeolokun, Ultan Dillane and Matt Healy have all returned from injury to feature in the Connacht Rugby squad for tomorrow’s Champions Cup play-off semi-final clash with Northampton Saints. Overall Connacht Rugby Head Coach Pat Lam has made seven personnel changes for the knockout game in Franklin’s Gardens. Niyi
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The Heritage Council and the Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Heather Humphreys have today announced funding for six heritage projects in County Roscommon under its 2017 Community Heritage Grants Scheme. A total of 196 heritage projects nationwide have been awarded funding under the Community Heritage Grants Scheme, which supports the continuing
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Senator Maura Hopkins has confirmed her support for Leo Varadkar in the race to succeed Enda Kenny as leader of Fine Gael and Taoiseach of the country. In a statement released last night Maura Hopkins said “I know him (Varadkar) to be a very hard working; focused, honest individual who I believe is the best
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The Convent of Mercy Secondary School Roscommon town won the “Best Musical Number” accolade at the Bord Gáis Energy Student Theatre Awards for their performance of “Be Our Guest”. The students saw off St. Aidan’s Community School from Tallaght and Holy Rosary College Mountbellew to take the title. Now in its fourth year, the Awards
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