Boyle News






SVP Annual Collection December 2020

St. Joseph’s Conference, Boyle will be conducting their Giving Sunday collection this month. We would normally be collecting on weekend of 13th &14th December at the church door but unfortunately due to, due to Covid-19 this option is not available…


Michael Hannon R.I.P.

The death has occurred of Michael Hannon, Knocknaskeagh, Gurteen, Co. Sligo, December 1st 2020. Peacefully, at the Mater Private Hospital after a short illness. Pre-deceased by his parents Mai and Vestie and his sister Mary. Michael will be sadly missed by…



Non-essential shops back in business

Non-essential retail shops, hair and beauty providers, gyms and leisure centres are among the businesses that are reopening their premises to the public across the country today following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions. Cinemas, museums and galleries will also be…


Winners of the Christmas Lights Schools competition

Boyle Chamber & Boyle Christmas Lights Team are delighted to announce the Winners of the Christmas Lights Schools competition. It was the biggest entry ever received from 10 schools displaying great talent and creativity. The selected winners are as follows:…



The Shambles – shambles

Kudos to Lisa McDermott who organised and sponsored a powerwash of the circular features that had become ‘green mouldy’. No better man than her brother-in-law Elvin Earley to complete the job. Lisa will reopen her nearby Gatehouse Lodge Cafe shortly…





Minister Frank Feighan – The Royal Hotel, Boyle

Minister Frank Feighan – The Royal Hotel, Boyle Some exciting news to share with you … An additional €432,000 has been allocated to the Royal Hotel Boyle Regeneration Project by Minister Heather Humphreys. The total cost of the project is…




The Grehan Sisters

The Grehan Sisters (Left to right) Francie, Marie and Helen Grehan. Photo © realboyle.com With Marie’s death on Wednesday 25th November, an era of fun, entertainment and Irish folk music passed with her. Marie, Francie and Helen (then known as…



Boyle’s Christmas Lights 2020

Boyle’s Christmas Lights 2020 I will add photos to this album as we approach Christmas 2020. Since I have been asked, and for all of these photos, I use the camera on a Samsung S20 as well as a little…





N4 Boyle Cootehall junction

N4 Boyle Cootehall junction Frank Feighan TD: “The Council has made significant progress with landowners and has been in correspondence with TII. TII required a revised feasibility report in light of agreed changes in design and this revised report detailing the…




Boles of Boyle – ACC clothing

We are pleased to announce that you can now buy online the following ” Abbey Community College crested soft shell jacket” ” Abbey Community College crested Knitwear” Simply visit https://bolesofboyle.com/collections/boys-uniform https://bolesofboyle.com/collections/boys-uniform/products/acc-crested-jacket https://bolesofboyle.com/collections/boys-uniform/products/acc-crested-knitwear  







Benny Conneely R.I.P.

Benny Conneely R.I.P. Benny Conneely, 9 Abbeytown, Boyle and late of Inisheer, Aran Islands. November 21st, 2020 (peacefully) in the loving care of the staff at Abbeyhaven Nursing Home, Boyle. Much loved husband of Ann and dear father of Michael…


Supporting Boyle Traders – Carmel’s Skincare & Beauty

Supporting Boyle Traders – Carmel’s Skincare & Beauty “I am Absolutely Delighted to Launch My New Website https://www.carmelsskincareandbeauty.ie/ You can now shop online for Vouchers and my Bespoke Christmas Hampers. I will be adding more products to the shop over the…



Michael P Kelly R.I.P.

Michael P Kelly R.I.P. The death has occurred of Michael P Kelly, Cloonsheebane, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co.Leitrim.(Retired staff of An Post) 19th November 2020 (peacefully) at Abbey Haven Nursing Home, Boyle. Surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his parents Jack and…



No changes to the Crescent Car Park

No changes to the Crescent Car Park Plans for the Crescent area, which had generated considerable controversy were excluded from the overall scheme. Councillors in the Boyle Electoral Area of Roscommon have given their approval to a public realm plan…


Boyle Christmas Lights-Schools Colouring competition

Boyle Christmas Lights-Schools Colouring competition Reminder to Schools & Pupils: Primary school children from Boyle and surrounding areas have been invited to draw or paint a picture with a theme of  ‘I Love Christmas’. The only criteria are that it…




Michael McKeever R.I.P.

Michael McKeever R.I.P. The death has occurred of Michael McKeever, Erris, Carrick Road, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, formerly Newtowngore, Co. Leitrim and Drumderrig Nursing Home on the 16th of November 2020 peacefully in Sligo University Hospital. Deeply mourned by his family…


Evelyn Moran R.I.P.

Evelyn Moran R.I.P. The death has occurred of Evelyn Moran, Mountgaffney, Ballinafad, via Boyle, Co.Roscommon, peacefully in the loving care of the staff of Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle on the 18th of November 2020. Funeral arrangements to follow. Further enquiries…





Carmel’s Skincare and Beauty

Carmel’s Skincare and Beauty “I am Absolutely Delighted to Launch My New Website https://www.carmelsskincareandbeauty.ie/ You can now shop online for Vouchers and my Bespoke Christmas Hampers. I will be adding more products to the shop over the coming weeks. I…



Sean Fox R.I.P.

Sean Fox R.I.P. The death has occurred of Sean Fox, late of 17 Marian Road, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, on the 15th of November 2020, very peacefully, in the loving care of the staff of Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle. Predeceased by…



Assylinn Maintenance Committee

Assylinn Maintenance Committee Due to restrictions our committee has been unable to fundraise since 2019. However the ongoing essential maintenance work programme has continued. This required personal commitments by committee members regarding the purchase of materials etc. These bills are…


Francis (Frank) Lloyd R.I.P.

Francis (Frank) Lloyd R.I.P. The death has occurred of Francis (Frank) Lloyd, Croydon, London and formerly of 9 Marian Road, Boyle, son of the late Frank & Eileen Lloyd. Survived by his son Guy & Family, Sisters & Brother Sean…


Mary (Bridget Mary) Galvin R.I.P.

Mary (Bridget Mary) Galvin R.I.P. The death has occurred of Mary (Bridget Mary) Galvin (née Gately) Cloonloughlin, Mount Talbot, Roscommon. Peacefully in the exceptional care of the staff of St. Monica’s Ward in University College Hospital, Galway. Dearly loved mother…


Josephine McWeeney McLoughlin R.I.P.

Josephine McWeeney McLoughlin R.I.P. The death has occurred of Josephine McWeeney McLoughlin. Josephine McWeeney McLoughlin, Corbally and formerly Hartley, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim, 12th November 2020, peacefully, in her 97th year, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by John, Declan, Mel and her…


Schools to Benefit from €55m Minor Works Grant

Sligo – Leitrim Schools to Benefit from €55m Minor Works Grant Payments for Schools: Feighan Minister for State at the Department of Health Frank Feighan has announced that €55 million in minor works grants for primary and post-primary schools will…



Funding for Knock Airport – Senator Murphy

Additional funding for Airport Knock signals Government commitment to balanced regional development – Senator Murphy Fianna Fáil Senator for Roscommon/Galway Eugene Murphy has welcomed the fact that the government has agreed a revised additional €6 million funding package for the…









John Feely R.I.P.

The death has occurred of John Bosco Feely, late of Greatmeadow, Boyle, Co. Roscommon and Dublin. John passed away peacefully in the loving care of the staff of Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle on the 9th of November 2020 to join…







Childminder required

Childminder required Childminder required 2 days per week for 3 school going children, morning and evening, flexibility required around school holidays. Own car preferential.Boyle Town. 086 388 9276






Boyle Chamber of Commerce

Boyle Chamber of Commerce “Hope you’re all keeping well through this difficult time and every good wish to the many local businesses who have moved towards online sales. Would you like to promote your business FREE with National Coverage? https://shoplocal.irish/ is…





Boyle Chamber of Commerce

Boyle Chamber of Commerce “Hope you’re all keeping well through this difficult time and every good wish to the many local businesses who have moved towards online sales. Would you like to promote your business FREE with National Coverage? https://shoplocal.irish/ is…


To Walk in My Native Place

To Walk in My Native Place Bernadette wrote: “I have recently published a book of poems and photographs in collaboration with my brother Pat McCarrick. Attached is an image of the cover. The book is published by Mayo Books and is…


Traditional Irish Dry Stone Walls

Traditional Irish Dry Stone Walls This wall at the entrance to Boyle Harbour is a mix of dry stone and grouted … The oldest known dry stone walls in Ireland are the Céide fields of Co Mayo, built approximately 5,800…


Magees Fashion Shop

Magees Fashion Shop ***********EXCITING NEWS********** www.mageesfashionshop.ie  We are delighted to now offer an online option to our customers, to browse our products and purchase online from our fantastic range of stock, with the option of delivery or click and collect. PM…


Donal O’Connor “Black n Blue”

Donal O’Connor “Black n Blue” Eleven self-penned, beautifully recorded/produced songs by our own singer-songwriter Dona; O’Connor Get your copy today at Better Buy, Boyle – or- https://donaloconnor.ie/shop https://donaloconnor.bandcamp.com/releases


Jenny O’Dowd Jessop

Jenny O’Dowd Jessop Jenny O’Dowd Jessop grew up in Abbeytown, Boyle, daughter of Denise and Sean O’Dowd. Following her school years in Convent of Mercy, Jenny got her University Degree in Ceramics and is now a highly-regarded professional artist living…


Martin Rush R.I.P.

Martin Rush R.I.P. The death has occurred of Martin Rush, 14 Termon Road, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, Martin passed away peacefully on the 30th of October in the loving care of the staff of the Plunkett Home, Boyle, Predeceased by his…


Restart Grant … From the FAQ

Restart Grant … From the FAQ “If I have not paid my 2019 rates, am I eligible? Yes. If my rates are in arrears, am I eligible? Yes. If my premises was not rate assessed in 2019 am I eligible?…





Update 28th October: Boyle Traders OPEN

Update: Boyle Traders OPEN Boyle traders have contacted us requesting addition to our previously published lists: Errors and omissions excepted Boyle Motor Works: 071 966 2002 Chain Drive Cycles: 086 354 0627 Feelystone: 071 966 2066 Food Fusion Indian Restaurant:…



Michael (Ken) Rose R.I.P.

Michael (Ken) Rose R.I.P. The death has occurred of Michael (Ken) Rose, Drumderrig House Nursing Home, Boyle, Co. Roscommon and late of Croghan and Ballinameen, Co. Roscommon and originally Luton, Bedfordshire, England. October 25th 2020. Peacefully at Sligo University Hospital….



Selling online with shopBuilder

Selling online with shopBuilder shopBuilder makes it painless to set up an e-commerce section on your existing website. It integrates with your current website – whether it’s built on WordPress, HTML, Joomla, Drupal, Wix, etc. – shopBuilder drops right in,…


Break-ins to boat sheds

Break-ins to boat sheds Gardai are investigating recent break-ins to the Woodenbridge boat sheds. Motion and heat sensor lighting and CCTV are currently being installed at these locations


Boyle Traders with Shopping Online facilities

Boyle Traders with Shopping Online facilities A growing number of Boyle traders offer Shopping Online to their customers. Better Buys posted that their new website will be launched shortly and will include a Shopping Online store. Previously Ardcarne Garden Centre,…