Visit Lough Key Forest Park – now and later Lough Key Forest Park is located in an area of great historical interest and is comprised of vast woodland and numerous islands. There is reference to Castle Island in the annals…
Boyle Cistercian Abbey In 1161, the Cistercian monks established Boyle Abbey. The abbey, which was completed around 1220, was laid out according to the usual Cistercian plan. Today, only small parts of the cloister remain. The Elizabethans converted it into…
Tony Conboy “An Oblique View” – The Successful Turf Campaign of 2020
Galleries and ‘other cultural outlets’ will reopen to the public from July 20th. Meanwhile here is a King House mini slideshow to serve as a reminder of what will be available to visitors. Situated in the centre of Boyle, King…
Carrick-on-Shannon Mural developing beautifully !!
’tis the season
View from the Gaelic Chieftain on the N4 Viewing Area
If you can dream it, you can do it
Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim It became necessary for me to drive to Drumshanbo. The road from Carrick-on-Shannon is a delight, and so is litter-free Leitrim Village with its Hotel, Boat Marina and several restaurants. On then to Drumsnanbo – a…
Michael Fox R.I.P. The death has occurred on 01/06/20 of Michael Fox,17 Marian Road, Boyle, Co Roscommon peacefully but unexpectedly in the loving care of the staff of Sligo University Hospital. Predeceased by his wife Gretta deeply regretted by his…
Doon Shore – 31st May The beautiful weather and Holiday Weekend brought hundreds to our Doon Shore on Lough Key. it was a joy to note the actions of two young Boyle boyss who are a credit to themselves, their…
The Toon Team – six feet apart
John Grehan R.I.P. The death occurred recently in London of John Grehan, formerly Grehans Bar, The Crescent, Boyle. Predeceased by parents Andy & Bridie Grehan and brother Tony. Sadly missed by his brother Brian (London), sisters Francie, Marie and Helen…
Brendan Bowyer R.I.P. The Boyle connection. Those of us of a certain generation will remember that the great Brendan Bowyer had a follow-up hit to his massive “Hucklebuck” recording with “Don’t Lose Your Hucklebuck Shoes”, composed by Boyle friends Willie…
Bernadette Connolly R.I.P. Memorial Johnny McLoughlin and McLoughlin Memorials Boyle have created a permanent memorial, on the 50th anniversary of the abduction of Bernadette Connolly.
Boyle – A Safe Place To Shop Over 40 Businesses in Boyle participated in a Health and Safety Workshop and Webinar over the last week in preparation to re-open their premises over the coming days and weeks. The workshops were…
100,000 Virus deaths in the U.S. In less than three months since the first known U.S. deaths from COVID-19, more lives have now been lost to the coronavirus pandemic on U.S. soil than the 58,220 Americans who died over nearly…
L. Key Forest Park – broken path While a new verandah area has been built, and a greenway is nearly complete for walkers and cyclists, the path between the harbour and the Gazebo needs attention.
The Lawn, Boyle Once upon a long time ago, The Lawn, Boyle Town Centre, was a lovely retreat alongside Boyle River. Nowadays the area is neglected by our ‘powers that be’ and far from lovely. The engraved limestone plaque has…
Boyle Town Centre Foliage looking great in Boyle Town Centre … thanks to a dedicated team including Mandy, Donie and Teresa !!
Rotting timbers at the Bailey Bridge, Woodenbridge Road
Famine Altar, Boyle. I visited our lovely Famine Altar. In the evening sun, a photograph was out of the question. The overgrown foliage around the site made it difficult to view the altar. Instead, here is a photo I took…
Flat to Rent in Boyle Flat to rent in Greatmeadow, Boyle. It would suit one person or two sharing. For full information please call John Beirne on 086 814 3391
The Toon Team – Galway Races
A FREE Health & Safety Online Workshop A FREE Health & Safety online workshop for Boyle Businesses in preparation for re-opening Boyle safely will take place Thursday 28th May from 10.00am-12.30pm. Booking is essential and places can be reserved by…
Boyle GAA Covid 1900km Challenge Background: As our club activities are currently suspended, Boyle GAA decided to launch a fundraising campaign in aid of the local Brothers of Charity, to get people moving and to raise funds for a local…
Tadhg TV Update
Cruinniú na nÓg will take place on Saturday 13th June. It is Ireland’s national day of creative activity for children and young people – and entire families. So get ready to answer the call, to celebrate your creative talents, and…
Boles of Boyle enters the digital era with launch of online store Boyle based family-run department store uses global pandemic as an opportunity to launch online store and move the business into the future, enabling customers to get back…
Spend Time in Boyle
John Mulligan on the JF Show Tune in to Shannonside FM at scheduled 10.10am this Wednesday 20th May morning for Joe Finnegan’s interview with our own Herald, realboyle, lobbyist and author John Mulligan.
A Shady Nook, Knocknashee, Boyle
Brothers of Charity Shop, Boyle
Knocknashee, Boyle I wandered lonely as a cloud, that floats on high o’er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, a host of DANDELIONS
Workshop for Businesses in Boyle – Instagram Boyle Chamber of Commerce sincerely thank Role Skillnet for organising a most informative 3-hour Workshop for Businesses in Boyle, getting started on Instagram. The workshop was hosted by Louise McDonnell, a social media…
Roscommon Herald 19th May John Mulligan’s article in this week’s Roscommon Herald is a ‘must-read’ !! John deals with the subject of Ageism “I am the right side of the condescending ‘Cocooning’ 70-mark. Older people are the ones that paid…
The Toon Team – Hardware Stores Open
Lough Key to Boyle Greenway Just in case a viewer is wondering … please note the new L.Key to Boyle Greenway is a cycleway AND a walkway !!
The Toon Team – Cocooning
Lockdown eases across the country … BUT, a warning !! Some 20,000 people are set to return to work in garden centres, hardware stores, and other retailers such as phone shops and opticians. Health Minister Simon Harris warned: “We are…
Boyle Golf Club – reopening 18th May Boyle Community Tennis Club has been busy making preparations to ensure the safe re-opening of the club in accordance with Tennis Ireland guidelines. Tennis Ireland Guidelines for safe return to play during Phase…
Una Bhan Community Notes
Better Buy /Surprises to reopen Monday 18th Brian Kelly: “Better Buy /Surprises Looking forward to seeing you – We missed you. Keep well and stay safe.”
Getting Ready to Re-Open Don’t forget to reserve your place on a “Getting Ready to Re-Open” Webinar for business in Boyle which will take place on Wednesday 20th May from 1.00pm – 2.00pm. The Webinar is organised by Boyle Chamber of Commerce and…
Boyle 2010 : Brochure Pages
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Lough Key at 7am
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Coronavirus may never go away !! BBC World Service: “Speaking at a briefing on Wednesday, World Health Organisation emergencies director Dr Mike Ryan warned against trying to predict when the virus would disappear. He added that even if a vaccine is…
Hairdresser and Barber Businesses Need Greater Clarity on Public Health Requirements. Frank Feighan TD has called on the Government and the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) to provide hairdresser and barber businesses nationwide with greater clarity on the public…
Getting Ready to Re-Open A “Getting Ready to Re-Open” Webinar for business in Boyle will take place on Wednesday 20th May from 1.00pm – 2.00pm. The Webinar is organised by Boyle Chamber of Commerce and Boyle Town Team and will…
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Drumderrig House Nursing Home, Boyle – Gardener Wanted
The Toon Team
Boyle Golf Club – reopening 18th May
Marty Morrisey’s Shed In the first episode of the RTE TV series, Marty Morrissey catches up with actor and comedian Chris O’Dowd from Los Angeles, the always hilarious Oliver Callan and, from New York, Instagrammer extraordinaire, Erica Fox. Featuring a…
St. Joseph’s Church, Parish Newsletter
Ann Mc Dermott R.I.P. The death has occurred of Ann Mc Dermott, Cregg House, Sligo, and Ardagh, Boyle. Peacefully, in the tender care of Cregg House and surrounded by her family. Predeceased by her parents Tom and Nellie. Survived by…
Assylinn Cemetery Fencing “An accident waiting to happen” is how a RealBoyle viewer has described Roscommon Co Council fencing around the “old cemetery”. In the past cattle from a next-door field have been seen in the cemetery, grazing on what…
Tadhg TV Update
Micheal McDonagh R.I.P. The death has occurred of Micheal McDonagh on the 9th of May peacefully in the loving care of the staff in the Plunkett Home, Boyle, Co. Roscommon and formerly of 4 Termon Road, Boyle. Predeceased by his…
Cloonloo N.S. is now enrolling for September 2020. Enrolment forms are available by phoning 071 966 3684, emailing info@cloonlooschool.ie or on the school website www.cloonlooschool.ie. For any queries please contact us and we will be delighted to help.
Tony Conboy “An Oblique View”
Line & Wash #02 – Moylurg Tower
Heading into Main Street, Boyle
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For Sale ** FOR SALE: 3 metre x 6 metre Party Tent with sides. Ideal for Social Distancing … €90 ** FOR SALE: “Gaggia” Innovative Capsule System Expresso Machine – Never Used … €45 ** Please call Mary on 085…
Morning Light on Magees Fashions Monday 4th May 2020
The death has occurred, suddenly and unexpectedly, of Pat Prince – (née Simpson), Winchester, England and late of Clonbullogue, Co. Offaly. Predeceased by her husband Terry, Pat will be very sadly missed by her heartbroken sons, Brian (Boyle), Alan (Winchester)…
See You On Tuesday … [metaslider id=”31373″] Over-70s Boyle Residents who have been CoronaVirus cocooning will be able to visit and take walks up to 5 km from home following Government and HSE announcements on Friday 1st May. • However,…
The death has occurred of Gus (Agustine) Mullarkey R.I.P. Mullarkey – Gus ( Augustine) Rathfarnham, Dublin, formerly Abbeytown, Boyle, Co. Roscommon (01/05/20), peacefully, in the excellent care of “Rosewood” Kiltipper Woods Care Centre. Beloved husband of Ann (nee McNally), devoted…
Mary Mullaney (nee Wynne) R.I.P. The death has occurred of Mary Mullaney (nee Wynne), Drum, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, April 27th, peacefully in her 99th year, in the loving care of the Staff of Drumderrig Nursing Home, Boyle. Predeceased by her…
“Blue & Green should never be seen” A pishogue. Yet, thankfully, nature decided otherwise here in Boyle
Houses To Let in Boyle A 3 bed Bungalow & 4 Bed detached Dormer house available to let in Boyle Town -furnished or unfurnished. References required. For further detail call 086 245 9356.
Vince Gill – “You are My Sunshine”
Zorba – nothing to do with Boyle but enjoy !! M
“Calm Before the Storm” – Taoiseach Leo Varadkar M
John Prine R.I.P. John Prine, a consummate storyteller who rose from the 1970s Chicago folk scene to become one of a generation’s most celebrated and prolific songwriters, died Tuesday at age 73. Prine died from COVID-19 complications after being…
Music For Hope – Andrea Bocelli ITALIAN TENOR ANDREA Bocelli performed a solo Easter concert from an empty Milan cathedral streamed live to millions of people around the world in coronavirus lockdown. The Music for Hope performance, which was streamed…
St. Joseph’s Church Newsletter
The Weather TODAY – SUNDAY 19TH APRIL: Mostly cloudy to begin today, with any patchy drizzle and mist soon clearing. It will gradually brighten up with sunny spells developing, although some showers will also break out later this afternoon and…
Covid-19 restrictions Health Minister Simon Harris has signalled schools could be reopened one day a week before the end of term this summer but has ruled out mass gatherings for the foreseeable future, throwing into doubt the prospect of this…
Canon Peadar Lavin’s Funeral R.I.P. Canon Peadar’s funeral passed through Boyle this afternoon Saturday 18th April, stopping for a minute or two close to St. Joseph’s Church, then proceeding via Knockvicar to Keadue and Ballyfarnon on its way to Kilmactranny…
Boyle GAA – Remembering Junior Dooley The community in Boyle and especially the sporting community were deeply saddened by the recent passing of Edwin (Junior) Dooley over the week-end. Jnr. was a quiet, inoffensive and most popular person with all…
Canon Peadar Lavin R.I.P. “We are sorry to announce the death of Canon Peadar Lavin who died this morning. Ó Láimhín , An tAthair Peadar, (Canon Peadar Lavin), Sleevinagee, Roscommon Town, former Parish Priest of Knockcroghery Parish, and formally of…
Una Bhan Tourism Community Notes
John Mulligan ‘The Book’ “Writers don’t write for the money; we like doing it, and we want people to read and enjoy what we’ve written. Wait until things normalise, maybe, whenever that might be? • Instead, for a bit of…
Man accused of threat A man allegedly threatened to rape a Garda sergeant after being arrested at a Covid-19 checkpoint in Boyle on Thursday 16th April.
Communications Mast behind Boyle Garda Station
Coming soon … Bluebells, Derreen Wood
St. Joseph’s Boyle – Virus Distancing
Locally Grown Organic Wheatgrass Juice Honesty box at the entrance to Erris House, located between the two arches to Rockingham. • 30ml in 100% compostable veg ware pots €2 each/ 3 for €5 Evidence-based benefits of wheatgrass; • High in…
GAA Archives The GAA, in conjunction with the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland has launched the GAA Digital Archive at Croke Park providing free access to past GAA matches for Internet users worldwide. 113 All-Ireland finals since 1961 are included with…
Roscommon Fraud investigated Last Friday gardai interviewed an Irish national in Roscommon on suspicion of money laundering after €1.5 million was traced to an Irish bank account which has since been frozen. A down payment of €1.5 million was made…
Boyle Chamber of Commerce – Training Workshops Boyle Chamber encourages local Businesses to visit https://www.localenterprise.ie/Roscommon/Training-Events/Online-Bookings/ where a variety of Training workshops and mentoring sessions are available over the coming weeks to include: • Actions to protect your Business • Information Seminar on…
The Toon Team – Coronavirus
Ciara McKenna, Aghnagrange, Boyle, R.I.P. Ciara Mc Kenna, Aghnagrange, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, April 11th, 2020 (tragically, following an accident). Ciara is lovingly remembered by her heartbroken parents Noel and Tina, brothers Tadhg and Cillian, grandparents Mary Murphy and Brendan Mc…
The Coronavirus – by Christy Wynne
Edwin (Junior) Dooley R.I.P. The death has occurred of Edwin (Junior) Dooley, 38 Church View, Boyle. Edwin (Junior) Dooley, 38 Church View, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, April 10th 2020. Peacefully at The North West Hospice, Sligo. Pre-deceased by his Son Darragh…
The Gaelic Chieftain – unveiled April 12th, 1999 The Gaelic Chieftain is one Ireland’s most magnificent road-side sculptures. It overlooks the site of the Battle of the Curlew Pass. Sculptured by Maurice Harron, it was unveiled on April 12th 1999, in…