Scoil na nAingeal Naofa Friday 23rd October “Today was a momentous day. End of a fantastic first term, Halloween dress up (teachers and children!), a celebration of our 6th Green Flag and retirement of our SNA, Bríd Murray. We always…
Sunsets
COVID Level 5 Essentials Essential retail outlets: https://tinyurl.com/yyatm6x4 Essential services at Level 5: https://tinyurl.com/yxphzhvs • Dorothy Shannon (King House Tearooms) and realboyle.com will have a PRELIMINARY list of Boyle Traders open or providing service for you tomorrow morning Friday 23rd October. We…
Boyle Traders OPEN during Level 5: Errors and omissions excepted Boyle Food Traders Open In Boyle… Please check the lists and advise of any required corrections and additions by calling 087 643 0326 • Takeaway Foods Food Fusion Restaurant:…
Garda operation begins to support Covid restrictions RTE report: Gardaí have begun what they say is a major high visibility policing operation to support the new public health restrictions to curb the spread of Covid-19. • Rosters are being changed…
Roscommon footballer tests positive for Covid-19 RTE Report: Roscommon’s plans for Saturday’s Allianz Football League clash with Cavan have been disrupted with the announcement that a member of their senior football panel has tested positive for Covid-19. [comment] This morning there…
Roscommon People The weekly newspaper is available for you. Read the full edition of this week’s paper, FREE online:
Kieran Harte R.I.P. The death has occurred of Kieran Harte, Rinnatruffane, Geevagh, Sligo Much loved son of Brian and Carmel, father of Maebh, brother of Louise and Aidan. Kieran will be sadly missed by his nephew, Tadhg, brother-in-law Dave, aunt…
Tony Conboy “An Oblique View”
Outdoor Mass ? Way back in the Penal Days, Mass Rocks were used as Altars. Our current Penal Days are the Level 5 Covid regulations. Would Boyle Parish consider an outdoor Mass or two at our very own Mass Rock…
Martin Ward R.I.P. The death has occurred of Martin Ward, Ballybane, Galway and formerly Mockmoyne, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, October 19th 2020. Pre-deceased by his wife Mary and son Patrick. Martin will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his children, Anthony,…
Autumn Leaves
Level 5 Covid Restrictions from midnight Wednesday 21st October
Free Autumn Courses and Events Free Autumn Courses and Events organised by Role Skillnet and Boyle Chamber of Commerce include:, Working from Home, Introduction to Lean Business, Re-set and Re-focus for 2021, Microsoft Excel Tips, Getting your Business Brexit…
Post – Free to Nursing and Care Homes A new initiative by An Post will ensure free delivery of all card and letter mail posted to and from residents of nursing and care homes in the State. The company said it…
Boyle Training Options/GRETB are ready to welcome new learners to the centre and vacancies are now available on our full-time blended learning training course. The Tourism Customer Care and IT Skills course provides certified QQI training in Communications, Computer Applications,…
COVID 19 Would you fancy 70 minutes panting, sweating, one-to-one contact in another country with 30 like-minded men during Ireland’s National Level 3/4 recommendations? The Roscommon and Armagh Senior GAA team members will be able to “enjoy” the experience next…
Boyle Celtic Football Club 50/50 draw Boyle Celtic Football Club wishes to thank everyone for their incredible support of the 50/50 draw. The encouragement from the public to keep it going has been heart-warming for the volunteers who run it….
House required to rent in or around Boyle Local single lady looking to rent a three or two-bedroom house preferably, in or around Boyle asap. References available. Tel number 086 375 5005
Maisie Tansey (née Regan) The death has occurred of Maisie Tansey (née Regan) Oxhill, Knockvicar and Clegna, Cootehall, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, October 12th 2020, peacefully, in the tender care of the staff at Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle. Predeceased by her…
Garrow Road, near Boyle, 13th October 2020
Tasty Roscommon Rashers I bought a couple of packs of these SuperValu beauties … the tastiest rashers ever, and as the pack says “Skilfully prepared at Oliver Carty’s, Co. Roscommon. I decided to fry mine in a little Crisp ‘n…
The Toon Team – Pumpkin Head
Tony Conboy “An Oblique View”
Boyle GAA Club
Tree on the N61 This tree on the N61 always catches my attention and was one of my first-ever photos back in 1960 ,,, yes 60 years ago !! I took this version on Saturday 10th October 2020
Maureen Slein R.I.P. The death has occurred of Maureen Slein (née Cryan) Tawnytaskin, Boyle, Roscommon, Peacefully at her residence surrounded by her devoted family. Pre-deceased by her loving husband Dominic. Deeply mourned by her heartbroken sons Paddy, Dominic, daughters Marie,…
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter
Una YOUNG R.I.P. The death has occurred of Una YOUNG,(née Flynn) (Coolock, Dublin 5 and formerly of Elphin Street, Boyle and New Street, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon) October 9th 2020 (peacefully) aged 96 years, in the loving care of the staff…
Sunset Riverside, Boyle, Sunset 8th October – “Into The West”
SuperValu, Blue Hour, 8th October
Dominic Curtin R.I.P. The death has occurred of Dominic Curtin (EI9JS), Derrynabrook, Cloontia Co. Sligo and formerly Killaraght, Boyle, Co.Roscommon after a long term illness in the loving care of the North West Hospice, Sligo on the 6th of October…
Roscommon People 8th October The weekly newspaper available for you from Thursday 8th October
Come on down – the prices are right
Thomas (Tom) Regan R.I.P. Thomas (Tom) Regan, Shannon Drive, Gurteen, Ballymote, Co. Sligo and formerly of Shraugh, Cloonloo, Boyle, suddenly, at his residence. Rest In Peace Tom will be sadly missed by his brothers Christy, Pat and Willie, his Sister…
Marians Fashions, Bridge Street, Boyle
Nation moves to Level 3 Irish Times: “In a significant break with its advisers on the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) and after a series of tense meetings between ministers and officials throughout the day, the Cabinet decided to move…
Keep Safe … Self-Isolate
Jobs available at Abbey Haven Care Centre & Nursing Home
New Restaurant for Boyle Set to open on The Crescent, late next month, the former, highly regarded “Stairs” is currently seeking Kitchen, Bar and Floor staff. Please forward CV details to Thestairsgastrobarboyle@hotmail.com • John O’Donnell (Kildare) and Alan Johnston, both…
The Toon Team – Gilbert “A Lawn Again, Naturally”
About ONESONIC ONESONIC was launched in October 2020 and includes the BB-HD1 wireless headphones and the BXS-HD1 wireless earphones. A smart speaker and noise cancellation earbuds are currently scheduled for launch on the European market in mid to late 2021….
ONESONIC Founder – Boyle Connection ONESONIC was founded in 2019 by Boyle native David Cawley. David has been working in the acoustic and audio industry for almost 20years and founded acoustic and audio design consultancy Allegro Acoustics in 2010. David…
Boyle Canal – Saturday 3rd October
Tadhg TV Update
Boyle VTOS Centre – Music Classes and Covid 19 • Music classes in various instruments are available online instead of in your Local VTOS (formerly VEC) Centre • Information Night in Boyle VTOS regarding the commencement of classes on Tuesday,…
The Toon Team – Town Team AGM
Lough Key Forest Park
The Toon Team “Three Billboards outside Boyle, County Roscommon”
FEIGHAN LAUNCHES NATIONAL HEALTHY EATING GUIDELINES FOR ‘1 TO 4’ YEAR OLDS Fine Gael TD for Sligo, Leitrim, South Donegal and North Roscommon and Minister for State at the Department for Health Frank Feighan together with the Minister for Children,…
Minister Feighan Welcomes Publication of HSE Winter Plan. Fine Gael TD for Sligo, Leitrim, South Donegal and North Roscommon and Minister for State at the Department for Health Frank Feighan has welcomed the publication of the HSE’s Winter Plan for…
Public Consultation on Roscommon Co Council plans for Boyle Frank Geelan (Boyle Town Team), Adrian Kielty (Engineer, Roscommon CoCo), Darragh Kelly (Roscommon Herald) Please note: All wore facemasks, but removed them for this photo A very informative public realm consultation…
9/11/2001 – “The Day The World Stopped Turning” !! Nineteen men hijacked four fuel-loaded US commercial airplanes bound for west coast destinations. A total of 2,977 people were killed in New York City, Washington, DC and outside of Shanksville, Pennsylvania….
Supporting Boyle Traders – Open Table Beef Lunch Open Table Restaurant, Beef Lunch with all of the traditional trimmings … DELICIOUS !!
OUTDOOR FILM PROJECTIONS FOR CULTURE NIGHT FRIDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER & WEEKEND: The Culture Night Roscommon 2020 highlight event will be an outdoor film projection of the Douglas Hyde poem ‘A Poem to be Said On Hearing the Birds Sing’, by Roscommon based…
Roscommon People The weekly newspaper is available for you. Read the full edition of this week’s paper, FREE online:
Ballyfarnon NS – job available Ballyfarnon NS is seeking applications for the position of temporary part-time cleaner / caretaker. General cleaning of school 5 evenings per week (Monday to Friday). The appointment is subject to Garda vetting. Please apply by…
St Patrick’s Well, Boyle Legend has it that St. Patrick created St. Patrick’s Well when he and his band of followers visited the Boyle area and camped near Assylinn. “Having been refused water for their horses, St. Patrick created the…
Boyle Drumanone Dolmen Our oldest man-made structure – almost hidden, not signposted! Location: From Boyle take the R294 (Tubbercurry Road) west for almost three kilometres after crossing under the railway bridge you will see a cottage on your right with a…
Community Monuments Fund 2020 “Hi all, The National Monuments Service has just announced a new Community Monuments Fund 2020 – the first time ever I have seen a grant scheme for archaeological monuments! The deadline for submission of applications is…
The Shed Distillery Visitor Experience This state of the art building is located at The Food Hub in Drumshanbo and it really is a place that you will want to visit. The tour is the first of its kind in…
Roscommon Herald 8th September 2020 Buy your copy of the Herald this week for the following articles and many more: Page 1: Reduction in school bus capacity has led to mayhem Page 2: Public Consultation on Boyle plans Page 2:…
Siobhan Gallagher Career and Life Coaching Congratulations to the Leaving Certificate students of 2020 and best wishes to all who are awaiting CAO offers over the coming days and/or planning for their next phase of life. However, we all know…
“The Boyle Town Centre Public Realm Enhancement Project has been developed with the overriding aim of realising the potential of the town centre to become a more central part of community life within the town by increasing the volume and…
Boyle Tuition Centre Biology and Maths Classes. Please call Ann 0n 086 877 0252
May KNEESHAW R.I.P. The death has occurred of May KNEESHAW (née Flannery), Churchtown, Dublin / Boyle, August 27th 2020 (peacefully) at the Blackrock Clinic, after a short illness. • The late May’s son Andrew Kneeshaw and nephew John Mulligan are…
Christina Mitchell (Née Sproule) R.I.P. The death has occurred of Christina MITCHELL (née Sproule), Abbey House, Boyle, County Roscommon (formerly Tullymoan Road, Clady, Strabane, County Tyrone – August 29th, 2020, Peacefully at her home in the loving care of her…
Jimmy (Matt) Sheridan R.I.P. Jimmy (Matt) Sheridan (brother of the late Dan Sheridan C.I.E), Boyle, died suddenly on 25th August 2020, in the wonderful care of the staff of Laurel Lodge Nursing Home, Longford. Jimmy is reunited with his beloved…
Mary Mulvihill R.I.P. The death has occurred of Mary Mulvihill (nee Butler),8 Green Hills, Ballinameen, Boyle, Co.Roscommon on Sunday August 30th peacefully and surrounded by her loving family at St Luke’s Hospital, Dublin. Deeply regretted by her loving husband Frank,…
Michael Rushe R.I.P. The death was announced at mass in St. Joseph’s Church of Michael Rushe, Mockmoyne, Boyle, a former employee at the Roscommon Herald. Peacefully, in the loving care of doctors, nurses, and staff of The Short Stay Ward…
Owen Mc Keon R.I.P. The death has occurred of Owen Mc Keon, Croydon, England, formerly Deerpark, Boyle. Owen passed away suddenly on Saturday 29th August. Sadly missed by his brothers Tom and Micheal Mc Keon, Deerpark, and his sister Bridie…
Photo submitted by Boyle GAA “Once more unto the breach…” Boyle Seniors in 4th County Semi-Final in 5 Years (Boyle Town I suggest that you ‘Put the Boyle flags a Flyin’ this weekend). On Sunday next September the 6th the…
Michelle Gill (Principal): “The best of luck to all students, teachers, SNA’s and school staff returning to school in Boyle and the surrounding area this September. As the Principal of Scoil na nAingeal Naofa it is such a privilege to…
Feighan Welcomes €4 Million Government Allocation for Active Travel and Climate Change Adaptation Measures in Sligo and Leitrim Fine Gael TD for Sligo, Leitrim, South Donegal and North Roscommon Frank Feighan and Minister for State at the Department for Health…
Junior Tennis Lessons Tennis Ireland Coach Tim Clarke will be running a set of six 1 hour lessons over 6 weeks on Wednesdays after school starting September 2nd. Cost is €30 for the 6 lessons for members (€40 non-members). Anyone…
Roscommon People 27th August This week’s edition is available NOW in shops and online at www.roscommonpeople.ie. Don’t forget to pick up your free copy! • The full ‘Flip Page’ Edition Online:
Media News – Wednesday 26th August Irish Times: Government believes Phil Hogan should resign as fresh claims emerge [here] Irish Independent: Taoiseach Micheál Martin insists Phil Hogan broke health rules despite his denials [here] Irish Examiner: Golfgate: Narrative that Phil Hogan must stay because of…
Community Enhancement Programme 2020 Funding will be provided under the Community Enhancement Programme, and is in addition to €2 million provided under that programme earlier this year. • Who is eligible to apply? Any not-for-profit community or voluntary group can…
Ladies football Ladies football Monday evenings 8pm-9pm at Boyle Celtic Astro pitch. EVERYONE welcome – no experience necessary, even if you’ve never kicked a football in your life or just in years, it’s a lot of fun and some great…
“Council dismisses speculation over former Royal Hotel” Darragh Kelly is a fine, experienced reporter and highly regarded acquaintance of mine. On page 2 of this week’s Roscommon Herald, Darragh’s headline and subsequent article is, I feel, and with respect, one-sided…
Roscommon Herald 25th August Page 1: Arrests made after Boyle house party / Boyle School to feature in documentary Page 2: Council dismisses speculation over former Royal Hotel Page 6: Danny’s getting back to work to ‘The Grind’ Page 8:…
The Toon Team “Three Billboards outside Boyle, County Roscommon”
The Bush Hotel, Carrick Creative use of timber at The Bush Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon, one of three great hotels 10 miles from Boyle
Hotel For Boyle?? A realboyle.com news item suggests that an interested group of investors, some local, is to make, or has made a bid to purchase the derelict town centre Royal Hotel, now owned by Roscommon Co Council. The news…
Reprise – The Toon Team – “No Room at the Inn”
Are you Learning Irish? Then welcome to Foras na Gaeilge’s English-Irish Dictionary. The dictionary is available free of charge and has been adapted to work both on desktop computers and on mobile devices. As well as translations for the English…
Weekly Grinds For Students CILL RÓNÁIN TUITION CENTRE: “Online and classroom-based grinds commence from 24th August for the Academic Year 2020/2021. Trusted by students and their parents to deliver the highest quality, most effective tuition, grinds will be available at…
Tony Conboy “an oblique view” Here on realboyle.com, we are fortunate to have quality writers and authors contributing the fruits of their thoughts and ‘penmanship’. Just this week, and further down on this page, we have Paul Healy’s wonderfully evocative…
Roscommon People Roscommon People weekly newspaper, 20th August available now… as promised, alongside the Roscommon Herald, two great Roscommon weekly newspapers. • The full ‘Flip Page’ Edition Online:
Adult Beginners Tennis Lessons Ever fancy starting to play tennis or dusting off your old racket?? Tim Clarke will be running adult beginners tennis lessons in Boyle Community Tennis Club. A set of 4 lessons run over 4 weeks on…
Roscommon Co Council Online Services Avail of a growing number of online services provided by Roscommon County Council. • You can avail of some services anonymously. However, for some services you will be required to login or register to use…
Grind coffee cart’s new home at Stewart’s Oil, Carrick Danny O’Neill was removed from his location on the N4 just outside of Lough Key Forest Park by Roscommon County Council at the end of July. Following a massive online campaign,…
Dara Calleary resigns as Minister for Agriculture In a brief statement, his spokesperson told Independent.ie: “The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Dara Calleary TD is resigning as a member of the government, effective immediately.” Mr Calleary’s resignation from…
by Paul Healy, editor of the Roscommon People newspaper “I’ve always had a soft spot for Boyle… How can you not like a town so steeped in a fascinating history? Boyle has – like many towns – been economically challenged,…
Thomas McDonagh of Cloonloo, Boyle Thomas McDonagh of Cloonloo was born in America in 1900 and came to Ireland in 1904 to live with his Grandmother, aunt Maria and uncle Bernard following the death of his mother. He was…
Doon Shore Toilets Roscommon Co Council has done magnificent work over a few years at the Doon Shore resort area on Lough Key. New concrete kerbs, regular lawn cutting etc etc. • What a pity a small minority feel a…