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1916 Commemoration Events

Book on the revolutionary period in Boyle to be launched tonight

“They Dared to Challenge, in the Garrison Town of Boyle”, by Barry Feely will be launched tonight in King House, Boyle. The book is a fascinating, highly detailed account of the revolutionary period (1914 – 1922) in the area and features photographs and drawings depicting many of the key events. From archival sources, personal contacts …

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Brigid Lyons

Roscommon native Brigid Lyons features in Historical Exhibition

The story of Roscommon native Brigid Lyons is among those set to be told in a major exhibition at NUI Galway entitled ‘A University in War and Revolution 1913-1919’ which offers a glimpse into the lives of many individuals from the University caught up in the historic events of the era. The exhibition will be …

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Elphin

Elphin teams carry Roscommon hopes for Scór Sinear All-Ireland Gold

For supporters of Scór, the GAA cultural competition, in the county, all roads lead to Kerry this weekend to support two teams from Elphin in their quest for All-Ireland titles. The Scór Sinsear All-Ireland Final will take place on Saturday at 3pm INEC, Killarney and Roscommon will be represented in the Tráth na gCeist and …

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Roscommon Fleadh

County Roscommon Fleadh Cheoil in Elphin this weekend

The 2016 County Roscommon Fleadh Cheoil takes place in Elphin this weekend with traditional Music, Song and Dance throughout the town over three days. Photo Credit: Deirdre Parnell, Roscommon Comhaltas PRO The Fleadh will be officially opened on Sunday at 4:30pm by Tom Shine, Chairperson of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann Roscommon. The opening ceremony will be …

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