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Bridge Street, Boyle, January 5th, 2012 - view large photo [here...]
 

Friday 27th January 2012: Unsettled with hazy sunshine and scattered showers becoming isolated later. Gentle north-westerly breeze. Temperatures close to the January average. Max temp 6-9°C (43-48°F)

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Adam's Apple: Large and varied selection of fruits for Christmas Baking now in stock.

Londis January Sale Day - today

Friday 27th January: Drop in to Kelly's Londis today for the Sale Of The Month. Massive One-Day Sale ...Prices so good they can't be advertised. Some stocks limited so get in early ...for one day only!

Fantastic Fridays at Marians Fashions Boyle

All Coats and Jackets reduced to half price this Friday. For Fantastic Friday Bargains come to Marians

Boyle Celtic v Sligo Rovers

No, your eyes have not deceived you - Boyle Celtic will play the reigning, back-to-back FAI Cup holders in Boyle's Celtic Park on Saturday 28th January, kick-off 6pm. This is a great coup for Boyle Celtic FC who are delighted and proud to host Rovers. On what is sure to be a great occasion, and match.
• Tickets for Sligo Rovers game available at the following venues: The Railway Bar, Londis, Mullins Xpress Stop, Carty's Garage or any committee member. Adults - €5 and Under 16s FREE

Caldbeck / Enhance banner Enhance Website [here...] Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Ballinamore

No Snow ...

Weather forecasters don't believe we're in for a belated winter chill even though mountaineous areas in Mayo and Donegal glistened with up to two inches of snow yesterday. "It's been a very mild winter so far and this is just normal winter weather," said Met Eireann meteorologist Deirdre Lowe.

Bike Maintenance Course

Bike Maintenance Course will start in Abbey Community College on Tuesday 31st Jan at 8pm - 9.30pm, cost €50 for 7 weeks.
• Comprehensive maintenance course on all types of bicycles covering routine safety checks, fault finding, puncture repair and developing an understanding of bike components (drivetrain, brakes, wheels etc) Be prepared for the summer ahead by carrying out your own maintenance thus avoiding possible breakdowns and expensive repair costs.


View Aidan Ray Webpages [here...]
Offer of The Week: Jeans &Top, only €60. 

"Bridesmaids" nominated for an Oscar

The blockbuster film hit of 2011 "Bridesmaids" has been nominated for a 2012 Oscar - the film industry's highest honour in the category "Original Screenplay"
• Our own Chris O'Dowd had a leading role in Bridesmaids - what a year it has been for him ...a BAFTA nomination, two IFTA nominations, a lead role in Bridesmaids and his own "Moone Boy" being filmed for Sky TV

Giftware, Delph, Kitchenware, Household, Tools, Cards & Stationery
The Crescent, Boyle. View photos [here...]

Galilee News

Galilee Community will resume its schedule on Wednesday, February 1st. The CHAPEL is open from 9am every morning. The Thursday scripture evenings begin on the 2nd. A cuppa is available at 7:30pm and the session begins at 8pm. We conclude with prayer at 9pm. Please check our website www.galilee.ie for further details and coming events.
• Galilee Community is located 2.5km from Boyle just off the N4 overlooking L.Key and L.Arrow

Aidan Ray Menswear

Offer Of The Week: Jeans & Top, only €60. Check out our offers weekly!


For speedy repairs ... call Paul Deane today on 086 053 8977

Evening Classes, Abbey Community College

Tuesday 31st January: Baking for beginners (7.30-10.00 for 6 weeks), Computers for beginners, Fiddle, Bike Maintenance, Craft.
Thursday 2nd February: Spanish, Sugar Craft (advanced), Gardening - spring planting and seeding, Fiddle, Patchwork for beginners.
• All courses run for 7 weeks except Baking which runs for 6 weeks. The cost is €50 for each course except computers which costs €80.
• Enquiries to apoconnor11@gmail.com  or call 071-9664646.


Open Seven Days (including Bank Holidays) Phone Orders Welcome
Delivery Service : Eat In/ Take Away/ Home Delivery
We serve only Bottled Water : Photos [here...]

Hollywood Oscars

News of the Hollywood Oscar nominations sparked excitement on the set of Chris O'Dowd's new Sky series 'Moone Boy'. "I'm going to the Oscars," screamed actor Peter McDonald who plays Father Liam Moone in 'Pentecost', which he wrote and directed, when he learned it had been nominated.
"Chris O'Dowd was filming me at the time because there is a documentary being done on everybody whose short was nominated, and they wanted footage of the moment I got the news so Chris generously picked up a camera, and started shooting," Mr McDonald said.
• Peter and Chris spent a great week in Boyle recently filming segments for the upcoming "Moone Boy" six-part sitcom on Sky TV

St. Patrick's Day Parade

There will be a St. Patrick's Day Parade in Boyle, starting at 3pm on Saturday 17th March. Members of the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee have met and are actively planning this year's event. Hopes are high that Parade 2012 will be a showcase for everything that is good in Boyle and the area in general.
• You too are asked to play a part! A dedicated Facebook page for the Boyle St. Patrick's Day Parade will be online shortly where your ideas will be most welcome so that this year's parade may become our best ever ... watch this space !


Drive safer this winter with a Car Service and Quality Tyres
Call to James Lannon, Abbey Heights, Boyle. Tel: 086 817 2250
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Ardcarne Garden Centre Coffee Shop Franchise

Ronan O'Conghaile wrote: If you have an ambition to run your own catering business, we would welcome a proposal from you. We have an opportunity / franchise for an enterprising partner in setting up and running a coffee shop at our garden centre premises at Ardcarne, Boyle, by St. Patrick’s Day at the latest. We will provide a fully equipped facility, the franchisee will run the facility as an independent business.
• Ardcarne Garden Centre (9km from Carrick-on-Shannon and 6km from Boyle, just off the N4) is a long established, multi-award winning garden centre, with a reputation for quality and customer service. A coffee shop is something our customers have voiced a demand for over recent years.
• For Information please call to the Garden Centre or phone 071 9667091


The Keith Taylor Furniture Sale is now in progress!
Everything reduced to lowest prices ever. Full Bedroom Sets from €589 Mattresses from €79 Table & Chairs, Leather and Fabric Suites, and Occasion Furniture down to ROCK BOTTOM PRICES. Open Monday to Saturday 9-6pm

Feighan Vindicated

Frank Feighan TD has been vindicated and has welcomed a HIQA statement supporting developments at Roscommon County Hospital.

Boyle Community Games Quiz Team

Friday January 27th: Boyle Community Games will host a quiz night to select two Under-14 Table Quiz teams to represent Boyle at the County finals. Boys and girls from Boyle parish who are under 14 on July 31st are eligible for selection. The selection quiz will take place in The Resource Centre at 7pm. and the entry fee is €2 per person. Last year the Boyle team were very narrowly beaten into silver medal position in the County final and we aim to improve on that performance this year and send a Boyle quiz team to the National Finals in May.


SaorView TV - FreeView - SKY : Main Street, Boyle : 071 966 2437

Boyle Musical Society

Boyle Musical Society has won the Shannonside Radio 'Arts & Entertainment Award' for November 2011, following their recent highly acclaimed production of ‘Beauty & the Beast’. The annual 'Arts & Entertainment Awards' ceremony will take place in Cavan shortly and the twelve monthly winners will be presented with their awards.
• The station broadcast a two hour radio special featuring a live recording from one of the performances of ‘Beauty & the Beast’.
• In May, nominations for the annual AIMS awards will be announced. Boyle Musical Society got six nominations and won three awards in 2010.


Call Clarke's on 0719662064 to book. Clarke's cater for all occasions.

Last Weekend in Boyle

With temperatures above normal for January and only a couple of light showers, it was a pleasant weekend in Boyle. I brought my trusty camera with me to record images of happenings:
• Friday 20th Photos [here...] - Anita Mattimoe celebrated her 30th birthday with family and friends, food & music in Mattimoes Pub.
• Saturday 21st Photos [here...] - Boyle Badminton Club hosted the 2012 Connaught Closed A Championships on Saturday 21st.
Lough Key Visitor Centre was my choice for lunch on Saturday, where I thoroughly enjoyed Pork and leek sausages in red wine gravy with glazed carrots and roasted garlic potatoes.
• Sunday 22nd Photos [here...] - this was a very special day for Declan conroy and Deirdre Molloy, the christening of their son Aaron James. The St. Joseph's Church ceremony was followed by a day of celebration in Wynne's with family and a large group of friends, fabulous food (very tasty beef stew, and a gorgeous buffet of cold meats and salads fit for 'high table') the music from Liam Fitz and Martin Boston


Tennis

Coaching will recommence for six weeks from Monday 6th February for €30 which includes membership for the year to March 1st 2013. Under 9 years 4pm until 5pm, 9 years and over 5pm until 6pm. This course is with a professional coach, Tennis Ireland approved. Any enquiries please contact Noreen on 071 966 2996.


Marians Half Price Sale now on. Call today - Huge Reductions!
Stewarts [here...] Marians [here...]

Boyle Bingo

Every Tuesday night is Bingo Night in St Joseph's Hall, Boyle playing for a €1,000 jackpot, eyes down at 8.30 Sharp.  

FIT4LIFE

FIT4LIFE is a meet and walk or run group for adults of all fitness levels being set up by North Roscommon Athletics Club Boyle. The aim of this is to set up walking sessions for all levels so that nobody is left out. We hope to set up 3 sessions to coincide with our junior athletic sessions on Wednesdays 6-7 and 7-8 and Fridays 6-7. The cost is €20 to become a member of Athletics Ireland to cover your insurance. Its all about getting out and about and getting fit together. Registration takes in the Sports Complex on Wednesday next 25th January from 6-7.


View a selection of photos taken in our refurbished premises [here...]

Vote For Chris O'Dowd

A special moment in Chris O'Dowd's career will happen on Sunday 12th February. Following his hugely popular and praiseworthy filming of "Moone Boy" in Boyle, Chris will be one of the nervous nominees for a BAFTA Film Award in London.
• You can have a say in who wins by voting for Chris [here...]
 

Ardcarne Website [here...] Contact Tel: 071 966 7091 (Boyle) & 090 662 7700 (Roscommon Town).

Will you live to be 100?

Scientists claim they can predict whether someone will live to 100 with up to 85 per cent accuracy after developing a genetic test for healthy ageing. Researchers came up with the complex formula after studying the DNA of centenarians and identifying common genetic variations which may have contributed to their unusual longevity. Read more [here...]
• Paddy asked his doctor "Will I live to be 100?" The doctor replied "Do you smoke tobacco or drink alcoholic beverages or take drugs?" "Do you eat red meat?" "Do you spend time in the sun, play sport or exercise?" "Do you gamble, drive fast cars, or have a lot of sex?" "No," Paddy replied. "I don't do any of those things." The doctor looked at Paddy and asked, "Then why do you care about living to 100?" 


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Performing Arts School for Boyle

A new Performing Arts School will start every Tuesday in the Resource Centre, St. Joseph's Church Car Park on Tues, 24th Jan. Each 1 hour class will develop Theatre skills using diverse styles of Dance and Drama.
• 5-7yrs, 3.30pm to 4.30pm : 8-10yrs, 4.45pm to 5.45pm : 11-13yrs 6-7pm. Teenage classes will be available at a later date. Interested people should contact Vivienne Moran on 0868957195 or E-mail vivcaldbeck@hotmail.com

Baby & Toddler event

A Baby & Toddler event will be held in Kelly's SuperValu on Thursday 26th January from 10.30am to 1pm. Come and meet a Baby Advisor, talk to a nutritionist and watch in store demonstrations. Everybody welcome.

International Eucharistic Congress - next June

The International Eucharistic Congress will take place at the RDS, Dublin on Monday 11th June and Thursday 14th June 2012. Buses from Boyle Parish will travel to the Congress. There is an urgency to register all interested persons as soon as possible due to increased registration costs being applied the closer we get to the start of the Congress, and limited availability of places at the Congress. Anybody who is interested in going should contact Fr. Alan Conway at 071-9662012, or email: communicate@esatclear.ie or Keith Suffin at 086-1758885. We urge you to contact us now.
• A meeting will take place on Wednesday 25th January at 8pm in the day chapel of St Joseph's Church, Boyle to discuss details about the International Eucharistic Congress and the travel arrangements being made to attend it. All are very welcome to attend this important meeting.

Yoga classes with Liz

Boyle Class in Primary School Gym every Tuesday night - Ladies class 7.30 and Men’s class 9pm.

Boyle Credit Union is safe

Shannonside FM report: Manager of Boyle Credit Union, Joe Currid says that a number of smaller Credit Unions will eventually have to amalgamate with larger Credit Unions in order to survive. He told the Joe Finnegan Show, that while Credit Unions are in a tough place at the moment, the majority of those in operation including Boyle are safe.

Where to Pay Bills? - Carty's Daybreak!

Did you know? Over 150 bills can be paid at the same, one-stop shop ... Carty's Daybreak Supermarket, Mockmoyne, including: Airtricity, Bord Gais, ESB, Eircom, WERS Waste Ltd, Littlewoods, UPC, Barna Waste & Recycling and many more!!
• TV Licence - yes you can you can renew your TV licence, get One4all Gift Cards, International Call Cards, M50 eFlow Toll and Bill Payments, Buy Stamps, 3V Credit top-Ups, Payzone Worldwide Money top-up, Ukash, and Mobile Phone top-ups
• Carty's Daybreak, open early till late, 7 days-a-week.

Athletics Event for Boyle 4th/5th February

Tom Guckian wrote: North Roscommon Athletic Club are the hosts for the Woodie’s DIY AAI Intermediate & Master Cross Country & Juvenile ‘B’ Championships and Inter County Relays on Sunday 5th February in Lough Key Forest Park, Boyle. This will be the second time to host the event in 3 seasons with the 2010 event being a great success. 1500+ athletes are expected to compete on the day accompanied by their families, coaches, supporters and officials from Athletics Ireland.
• This will be a great opportunity to show off what the area offers and what great hosts Boyle people are and hopefully we will entice many to visit us again during the year.
• Anyone interested in helping to prepare/set-up for the event or stewarding on the 4th or 5th February, we'd be glad to hear from you. Contact a North Roscommon Athletics Club official.

Curlieu Wheelers

Carmel Regan wrote: Curlieu Wheelers weekly cycles continue to run every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 7.00pm from St Joseph's Boys National School Abbeytown Boyle. Hi-vis, front and back lights are compulsory and every Sunday morning at 9.30am from the same start point. All abilities facilitated - Beginners/ Intermediate/ Advanced.
We are currently in the process of selecting and ordering our new club kit and we are having a final fitting session on Saturday the 21st of January in Aidan Ray Menswear, St. Patrick Street at 2.00pm till 3.30pm.
• Please feel free to come along and try on the samples and find out more about joining the club. For all enquires please email curlieuwheelerscc@gmail.com or log onto our Blog [here...]

Set Dancing - Ballinafad

Set dancing classes in Ballinafad Community Centre, Ballinafad, every Thursday night, 8pm - 10pm
The class is primarily about dancing for enjoyment in a friendly, sociable environment. While the figures, steps and timing of the popular sets will be explained and practiced, we don't take it too seriously - sometimes it's even more fun when things go astray! No experience required.
• Partner not required, most people come along on their own, but if you can convince others to join you, so much the better - the more, the merrier! Above all else, the primary objective is to have fun!

Boyle Rambling Anglers Club

At the recent Annual General Meeting of the association held on the 11th January,the following officers were elected :
Chairperson, C.J Greene : Vice Chairperson, John Nicholson : Secretary, Sharon Greene : Assistant Secretary, Ann McGlynn : Treasurer, Ruth Egan : Assistant Treasurer, Pat Egan : P.R.O : Diarmuid Beirne : Health/Safety, Marc Egan : Youth Officer, Marc Egan
The outgoing committee was complimented by the members for their imagination and creative work in the development of the association.

"Moone Boy" in Boyle - emails to realboyle

• Tony Conboy wrote: "Just an observation. I’d like to add to your comment regarding the generous, tolerant, friendly attitude of the broad film crew by complimenting Chris on HIS attitude, approach, approachability and courtesy with the many demands on him during the week. He might have adopted a ‘Now I am working, please do not disturb attitude’ and stayed aloof from the interest of the townspeople. As can be so clearly seen from your fine set of pictures and from personal experience and the experience of so many, this was far from the case.
• William B.Devine wrote: "Thank you for news of all the exciting developments in Boyle re Moone Boy. It's the kind of thing that we might have dreamed about but never seriously envisaged. While I'm at it I should congratulate you on your Websites - the forum you have provided for so many organizations in Boyle, your constant vigilance in pointing out matters that need improvement whether major or minor, your independence of mind and your efforts to promote Boyle and pointing out its many attractions. Chris has clearly taken his cue from you and never misses an opportunity to promote Boyle - and his success in bringing Moone Boy to Boyle is surely the culmination of his and your efforts in this regard. Moone Boy will hopefully be seized in both hands by those responsible for promoting Boyle as a tourist attraction, a commercial centre and, indeed, as a location for future film makers."

Great news for Chris O'Dowd

Boyle actor Chris O'Dowd has been nominated for a BAFTA 2012 Award as Rising Star. The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Orange British Academy Film Awards will take place on Sunday 12 February 2012.
• The Film Awards are the Academy’s highest film honours, rewarding the best work of any nationality seen on British cinema screens during the preceding year.

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Chris O'Dowd strums a tune on the set of "Moone Boy"

Boyle Rail Station

Iarnrod Eireann's continued investment in its Boyle Station is noted and most welcome. Works are nearing completion with a splendid, large Car Park and total resurfacing of roads approaching the facility.

Back bencher of the year - Frank Feighan

John Drennan (Sunday Independent) wrote: If we have any problem with the new brigade of TDs, it is that they appear to have the odd notion that back-benchers should think independently. In the end, we decided that Frank Feighan's courage in holding the line on Roscommon hospital, and, even more courageously still, going to war with Terry Leyden, means Frank Feighan is this year's winner.

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Does Soap Kill Germs?

Plain soap does not kill pathogens (harmful germs)!!!
We take many things for granted! For one, we assume that soap not only cleans, softens, moistureises and leaves a pleasant smell, but that it also kills germs. Let's state the fact again - Plain soap does not kill pathogens (harmful germs). Not only are we foolong ourselves,  but we should be aware that - Antibacterial soaps should be avoided as much as possible. There are many support documents online. Read one [here...]

The Weather - the facts - Hot & Cold

Regardless of our manmade influence on climate, the world's weather is in a constant state of change. Where we are headed cannot be defined.
• Recently, Met Eireann's station in Malin Head recorded a 10-minute mean windspeed of 126kmh ...a hurricane-force wind. This exceeds the previous record windspeed record for Malin Head recorded on St Stephen's Day 1998.
• Regarding extremes, the highest air temperature recorded in Ireland was + 33.3°C at Kilkenny Castle 26th June 1887. The lowest recorded air temperature was -19.1°C measured at Markree Castle, Co. Sligo on 16th January 1881
• There have been about 11 dfferent "Ice Ages", with the last only 11,000 years ago. At times the ice layer over Ireland was up to 1 kilometer thick Right now we are living in a mini ice age. During the "Great Ice Age" over a third of the earth was covered in ice.

Road Death numbers down

Good News: Road deaths have fallen to their lowest level since records began in 1959, with 186 people killed last year, a drop of 26 one 2010 .

Specials at Enhance Beauty : Mon/Wed Offers

• Facial Treatment - Normal Price €60 – Now €40 : Body Massage Usual Price €55 - Now €40
• Winter Brightening Facial Special: Sweep away signs of fatigue and dehydration this Winter with a fabulous "WINTER BRIGHTENING AROMA FACIAL" ...A beautifully effective Decleor Aromatherapy face, scalp and hands ritual using a warm blend of Neroli, Sandalwood, Sage, Parsley & Juniper to soften, relax, restore radiance and ultimately redefine your skin's life. Usual Price €70 – Now €50
• Special Occasion Packages: Full Spray Tan, Make Up & Lashes €50: Full Spray Tan, Eyebrow Wax, Eyebrow Tint & Shellac Hands €50: Full Spray Tan, Shellac Hands & Make Up €60
• Waxing Giveaway : Pay for 2 Waxing Treatments & get 3rd One FREE
Terms & Conditions Apply
• Enhance Health & Beauty: Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Ballinamore.

Boyle Abbey - access for disabled & elderly

The following are transcripts from letters exchanged between Boyle Town Councillor Frank Geelan and Minister Brian Hayes TD.
• Cllr Frank Geelan wrote (24th November): "The significant, Imaginative conservation project will be a very welcome boost to visitor attractions for the foreseeable future. I feel that it is vitally important to enhance access to Boyle Abbey in and around the site especially for elderly people, disabled people and wheelchairs."
• Minister Brian Hayes TD replied (9th December): "The existing gravelled surface and access route is provided as a temporary facility. Additional site preservation, archaeological investigation and visitor access works are proposed for 2012. Provision for level access, as proposed by you, will be incorporated into the scheme."

Here's a thought ...

Moylurg Rockingham, King House, Roscommon Co Co, Fαilte Ireland, local craft workers, songwriters, film makers and event organisers might consider including The Legend Of Ϊna Bhαn in their plans for 2012. I have my own plans for a photo exercise!
• The Legend tells a beautiful love story and is based here in Lough Key. All the ingredients are there in the story. Check my version of the Legend Of Ϊna Bhαn [here...]

Carty's Daybreak Supermarket

Call to our store in Mockmoyne and save, save, save
• Cadburys Milk Tray 400g only €5
• Blossom Hill Wine only €5
• McVities Victoria Luxury Selection only €6.50
• Fox's winter Wonderland tin only €5
• Christmas Hampers now available instore & made up to order
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The Ideal Gift - Swirl Chip and Pin Card, you put the money on and give as a gift!! 

Massive Giveaway at Aidan Ray Menswear

Aidan Ray Menswear, St. Patrick Street are celebrating 25 years serving Quality, Value and a huge range of top brands to customers in Boyle and the surrounding region. For the month of December, €2,500 worth of prizes will be won by customers, and every customer who comes into the shop during December will be entered into a Weekly Draw.
• Two winners each week from each of the four weekly draws. All eight winners will go into a hat and names will be drawn at random. The first name out, and so on, will choose an envelope naming their prize.
• Prizes: a €300 Kartel Suit, a €300 Bugatti Coat and other casualwear form Top Brands: Bennett, Kartel, Robbie, Meyer, and Tricot Marin

 

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Boyle Abbey, a view of the new glass cover from inside the building.
I took photos at the recent Minister Brian Hayes TD visit.
See more photos of the finished work
s [here...]

Roscommon County Hospital

Frank Feighan TD has received confirmation from Minister for Health, Dr. James Reilly that €1.95m is provided in the 2012 capital programme for Roscommon County Hospital for the provision of the endoscopy suite and the upgrade to the HSSD facilities at Roscommon Co. Hospital It is estimated that the project will be completed and fully operational in 2012. The Capital Plan is in draft form until approved by the Minister for Health.
• The Health Service Executive Capital Plan 2011-2015 published on its website provides details on the endoscopy suite and upgrade to the facilities at Roscommon Co. Hospital.

Boyle Courthouse will close

There has been intense lobbying by local politicians, solicitors and representative organisations to have courts continue in Boyle Courthouse. However, the independent Court Service is cease operations in our town and our courthouse will close shortly. It will be noted that the building is of considerable historic and architectural merit.
• The last sitting of courts in Boyle Courthouse will take place with a one-day Circuit Court tomorrow, Thursday 15th December. The building will cease to hold courts officially from January 1st 2012

Street Resurfacing - Good News

Thanks to lobbying by Frank Feighan TD, there will be no traffic disruption from street resurfacing in Boyle before Christmas. The footpaths will be completed shortly and the street resurfacing has been rescheduled for immediately after Christmas. This will ensure that there will be NO Traffic Disruption during the shopping days close to Christmas. Well done Frank Feighan, as well as the decision makers!


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It was great to meet with Frances McGee in Marians!

Langan's Adam's Apple - Fresh & Healthy

Loose premium grade dried fruit your baking: cherries, raisins, mixed nuts, golden raisins, mixed peel, sultanas, currants.
• Loose premium grade snacking dried fruit: prunes, apricots, pineapple, papaya, coconut, mango, strawberry, melon, cranberry.
• Call and shop at Langan's Adam's Apple for all your fruit and vegetables. We stock the widest range available, fresh, tasty and healthy!

Carty's Supermarket Specials

Maria wrote: Our latest Special Offers instore for you are at Carty's Daybreak Supermarket, Mockmoyne, Boyle. Call in for many more offers!
Dairy Milk Chocolate 400g ...only €5
Pringles Crisps, Large ...only €1
Blossom Hill Wine ...only €5
Firelighters 48's ...only €2
Firelogs ...2 for €2.50.
Free mince pie with every cup of tea/coffee
• Servicing on all makes and models of cars is available at Carty's Garage FROM €99

Boyle Credit Union
The splendid new Boyle Credit Union building in
Green Street Car Park, Boyle  

King House is Open for Business

Following a request from Boyle Town Council, Roscommon Co Council has issued a written statement regarding its involvement in the future of King House. Here is an extract:
• "Roscommon County Council is committed to the operation, management, safeguarding and development of King House. It's development as a vital cultural asset in the county and one that can be further and continually developed and underpinned by a strong programme of activity remains central to our ambitions."
• The full statement is viewable [here...]

Warmer Homes and Boyle companies

Rising fuel costs and cold winters demand that we must now take measures to properly insulate our homes from the cold. Householders can save hard-earned euros - Great ideas from Boyle firms: Insulate your home: Read more [here...] Harvest Your Rainwater: Read more [here...] Stay cosy an warm with heating Oil from Stewarts Oil [here...]

Boyle Chamber of Commerce

Council members of Boyle Chamber of Commerce this year are: Dara Callaghan, Stephen Bohan, Sara Condon, Sarah-Jane Daly, Lorcan Egan, Cecil Draper, Jackie Valentine, Mary Clifford, Mary Cretaro, Finbarr Feely, Alan Simon and Mike Smith. All are all working together for Boyle, lead this year by Ciaran O'Connor & Siobhan Gallagher.

Inspiring words from Steve Jobs R.I.P.

• Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.
• Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren't used to an environment where excellence is expected.
• Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life...Don't let the noise of other's opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.

What does Boyle and its area mean to you?

Boyle town has a 'heritage' feel, and is a very pleasant place in which to live, work, and to visit. The Boyle area is a special place. To its 2,500 population it is home. The Boyle area can boast its attractions King House, Boyle Abbey, Lough Key Forest Park Visitor and Activity Centre, Fine shops, Schools, Housing, Services, Bed & Breakfast and Accommodation Providers, Three great nearby lakes with superb fishing, Boyle Arts Festival, Talented musicians and performers, Sports facilities, Social and Hobby clubs, the Legend of Ϊna Bhan, the Dromanone Megalithic Dolmen. Just a short drive from Boyle are Carrowkeel and the Bricklieve Megalithic Cemetery, Original Mining Experience, Douglas Hyde Centre at Friend, the Dollars Coleman Centre in Green, Eireann Castle Hotel, Cromlech Lodge Hotel, and more. 10 miles from Boyle are our good neighbours in Carrick-on-Shannon with its Swimming Pool, 4-screen Cineplex, Indoor Bowling and International Stores.
• Read a short history of Lough Key and Castle Island [here...]
• Read the captivating Local Legend of Ϊna Bhαn [here...]
• Where is Boyle? View our location on Google Maps [here...]

Why Choose Boyle?

Here are some reasons: Boyle's West of Ireland location, beautiful local scenery, access to the N4 National Primary route, all of the 8 up and 8 down daily trains stop at our railway station, we are 25 miles from Sligo City and Atlantic Ocean seaside resorts, 45 minutes from Knock International Airport, close to us are the River Shannon and 3 large famous lakes, a plethora of historical treasures, sports and social clubs abound.
• We have prime Tourist Attractions: King House, Boyle Abbey and Lough Key Forest Park We have leading edge schools, houses for sale, an active Town Council and Chamber of Commerce, High Speed Broadband, no pollution, a friendly "live and let live" attitude, fine shops and services, many highly talented inhabitants as well as excellent accommodation providers, restaurants and services.

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