Well done to U12 girls who won their 2nd Championship Match this evening v St Mary’s. Next game is on Thursday 25th May v Western Gales at 7pm in Frenchpark. Next U14 league game on Wednesday 24th May at 7pm v Kilglass in Ballinameen Training for the junior ladies continues on Tuesday at 8.15 on …
Fine Gael Senator Maura Hopkins has said that it is “very positive” that the Department of Social Protection Offices in Roscommon Town are to be upgraded to an Intreo Centre. The Departments services are currently divided between the Branch Office in Abbey Street and the Control Office in the Government Buildings, Convent Road. Commenting on …
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Vincent Brooks rounds-up the week’s Roscommon and District Football League action which included a little bit of history for one Club. Congratulations are extended to Cloonfad United who won their first senior trophy since 2008 when they beat Dysart 3 – 0 at the Roscommon and District Football League Grounds, Lecarrow, to win the Division …
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This weekend’s Roscommon GAA Results include Club Football and Hurling action from Under 12 to Adult level and a big inter-county Hurling game. Christy Ring Cup Relegation Play-off Roscommon 2-12 Mayo 1-25 Hodson Bay Hotels Senior Football Championship Clann na nGael 2-17 Kilmore 0-10 Hodson Bay Hotels AFL Division 1 St Brigid’s 4-12 Pádraig Pearses …
Cloonfad United 3-0 Dysart The season ended on a winning note for Cloonfad United as they claimed the Division One Cup yesterday evening (Saturday) with a 3-0 victory over Dysart. After only 9 minutes Shaun Kearney beat the Dysart offside trap and raced on goal to open the scoring. Cormac Costello made two great saves …
Galway club Annaghdown hosted their inaugural Onewall tournament over weekend and Roscommon Handball had four representatives, all of whom accounted for themselves quite well. Despite being confined to Connacht players it was a resounding success with big entry numbers for both juveniles and adults. Fionn Cusack won out the U17 grade when he beat clubmate …
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Under 8s Well done to the under 8s who took part in the first Blitz of the season, on Friday evening in Four Roads. Pictured above are the girls with trainers Caoilfhionn and Mike. Under 10 Blitz We host an under 10 Blitz on Saturday morning in Athleague pitch. Hurl with Me Programme The hurl …
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 …
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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