New signs for our Local Link Bus Service
The first of the new Local Link Bus Stop signs. This one is located in Lough Key Forest Park, from where visitors may travel to and back from Boyle several times each day.
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Minister Denis Naughten – public meeting in Boyle
Chairman Frank Geelan and Minister Denis Naughten Minister Denis Naughten attended a public meeting in St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle on Thursday 23rd June. Topics discussed and dealt with comprehensively by the minister included Broadband, Industry for Boyle, Garda Station opening…
Wageningen University Students in Co.Roscommon
Else Lotte Faasse wrote: We meet the other day in King House Tea Rooms and you helped me to find my phone ;)At the moment there is a group of 39 students from Wageningen University (The Netherlands) in County Roscommon….
Scoil na nAingeal Sports Day 2016
The weather almost forced a postponement of this great day in Abbey Park, but thankfully the clouds rolled back, the sun shone through close to lunchtime and a great Sports Day was enjoyed by teachers and their eager, enthusiastic pupils….
Carrick Cineplex Update Friday June 24th – Thursday 30th
Captured in Verse & Prose – King House
Gerry Boland (Ros Co Writer in Residence) Mary Mullins (Ros Co Arts Officer) Paddy Kilduff (Ros Co Chairperson) Writers who were born in Roscommon or who have a strong connection to the county were invited to visit any one, two…
Boyle Summer Show Table Quiz – Friday 24th June
Friday June 24th, 9pm: Table Quiz in Moylurg Inn on in aid of this year’s Boyle Summer Show. All supported greatly appreciated. Our fun quiz on Friday night will have numerous categories. One of them will test your powers of observation…
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Dodd’s Trad Music Session
Galilee Community – Taize Prayer
There will be an hour of Taize Prayer in GALILEE COMMUNITY on Friday, June 24th from 9pm-10pm. Praying for the healing of hate in our world. You are invited … • Sisters of Mercy, Galilee Community, Tintagh, Boyle, Co Roscommon…
Frank Feighan’s “Commonwealth” statement
My Facebook page had a heated debate today, but I wonder do some people REALLY read statements, or just jump of various bandwagons and fall back on prejudices? • Frankie Feighan DID NOT SAY we should join the commonwealth !!!…
Emma Tiernan wrote
“The day has finally come that I’m heading off to Africa. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their kind donations and well wishes. This trip wouldn’t be possible without the support of everybody and for…
St. Joseph’s BNS Boyle – Soccer 7 a side Champions 2016
The 7-a side team have won their County Final played today Wednesday 22nd June
Kickass Laura Cox – turn up your speakers for this live performance
Kickass Laura Cox – turn up your speakers for this live performance
Gerry Boland “The Secret Lives of Mothers”
I AM I AM I AM I am the artist who mixes up colour I am the clouds that make the day duller I am the match that lights forest fires I am the church that puts up with bad…
Roscommon -v- Sligo Minor GAA
Roscommon -v- Sligo minor GAA First Round Connacht Championship 2016
Captured in Verse and Prose
Captured in Verse and Prose Part of the 1916/2016 Centenary Programme for County Roscommon, inviting responses in poetry and prose to the theme of 1916/2016 from Roscommon writers A fascinating exhibition opens in King House on the evening of Wednesday…
Lough Key Forest Park 22nd June 2016
Lough Key Forest Park 22nd June 2016 – before the rain came tumbling down
Boyle Holiday Group – The Kerry Trip
Edward wrote: “Hi Sean I attach few photos of Boyle Holiday Group; consisting of members from Gurteen, Roscommon, Ballyfarnon and Boyle. Photos wers taken at Bantry House, Healy Pass in Ring of Beara, Michael Collins Beal Na Blath Memorial and Waterville, Ring of…
Boyle Courthouse – basic repairs in progress
Building contractors are currently carrying out essential repairs to the front windows of Boyle courthouse. The old wooden lintels are being replaced with concrete lintels. The building is in poor condition at the moment. The Courthouse Action Committee are actively…
Victory for St. Joseph’s Boys National School
St. Joseph’s Boys National School, winners of the Cumann na mBunscoil final. Well done to the boys and their management team Sean Melia and Hugh Murphy. History was set with this win as our Boys NS gets its name on…
Roscommon Solstice Choir – Friday 24th June
Friday June 24th, 8.30pm: Roscommon Solstice Choir concert in St. Joseph’s Church. Admission €10 with all proceeds going to Boyle Church of Ireland Restoration Fund and TOUCH Ireland (Shannonside Group). Tickets are available from various local outlets
Family Fun Cycle – Sunday 26th June
Minister Simon Harris to open endoscopy unit
Shannonside FM report: The Minister for Health will open the new endoscopy unit at Roscommon County Hospital. The suite, which was built at a cost of over 5 and half million euro became operational this month and once fully resourced,…
Cloonloo – North West Hospice Annual Charity Walk
North West Hospice Annual Charity Walk takes place this year on June 24th from Cloonloo Hall @ 7.30pm (Registration from 6.30pm). This is a lovely walk that takes place annually in Cloonloo. Get together afterwards for a catch up and…
Family Fun Cycle – 26th June
Family Fun Cycle
Boyle Country Meats – Special Offers
Tadhg TV Update 20th June
Higgins & Sons – New Funeral Home
John & Marty Higgins at their modern, stylish Funeral Home in Ballinameen. • Photos and report to follow
Boyle Musical Society – Award Winners at AIMS 2016
Congratulations to Boyle Musical Society who come home from this year’s AIMS in Killarney, winners of the Best Stage Management Award … Clive Flynn and Damien ReganView 123 realboyle photos from the show …
Flag raising at Boyle Parochial School
Pam, Neil and Jane Stewart with the school’s newly awarded green flag Friday 17th June was a very important and significant day at Boyle Parochial School on Military Road. Special guest Pam Stewart raised the school’s Green Flag (level 6)…
Opening of new Roscommon Co Council HQ
Denis Naughten TD spoke before the official opening Reportedly up to 5,000 people attended the open day and official opening at the Aras an Chontae building in Roscommon town today, Friday 17th June. Officials took those attending on tours of the award-winning…
Job opportunities in London
Wanted: 2 Experienced Carpenters -or- 1 Carpenter & 1 Tiler for a two month contract – August & September – in London. Excellent rates of pay and Accommodation Provided, Contact: gerry@gsdclapham.com
Friday morning 17th June in L.Key Forest Park
Friday morning 17th June in L.Key Forest Park
Broadband 1000 megabits for Longford area
Householders and businesses in Longford and Lanesborough can look forward to broadband speeds of up to 1000 megabits by March of next year. Householders in the Boyle Town area should remain unperturbed by the announcement since the speed of our…
Increase in King House visitor numbers
Shannonside FM report: Visitor numbers to King House in Boyle have increased by over 2,000 since the arrival of the Mary McAleese collection. The 17 items, which were unveiled in October include A Mother of Pearl Icon of Bethlehem gifted…
Abbey Haven Vintage Day 2016 – Staff. Residents and More
Abbey Haven Vintage Day 2016 – Vintage and Old Stuff
Abbey Haven Vintage Day 2016 – with Colin Sparrow’s Cars
Know Your Rights: Cohabiting and social welfare payments
Question I have applied for a means-tested Jobseeker’s Allowance but I was told that I’m not eligible because of my live-in partner’s earnings. We live together but we are not married and we split our expenses equally. Why is this?…
Carrick Cineplex, Fri 17th – Thu 23rd June
Win a training session with Katie Taylor
Picture Credit: Marc O’Sullivan Schools and Clubs can win a once in a lifetime prize, a training session with Olympic gold medallist, Katie Taylor. Procter & Gamble, Top partner of the International Olympic Committee, recently launched the competition in association with…
Clarke’s Bar & Restaurant – Father’s Day 2016
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MK Financial – Hot Topic #16 – Reasons to Invest in a Pension
Hot Topic #16: Reasons to Invest in a Pension
Boyle GAA Monster Auction
Our Boyle GAA Club Volunteers provide an invaluable service in team building and personal development for its members. Funds raised at this Monster Auction and other fundraising activities allow the club to develop its facilities and is to be applauded. • Items…
Boyle GAA Under 14 Football
Under 14 Football League Division 1 Final : Boyle v Padraic Pearses 4:13 to 0:04 in Creggs GAA Pitch 10th June Photo courtesy of Michael King
Ardcarne Garden Centre – Update 14th June
Job of the week: Thin lettuces Lettuces are easy to sow outdoors, straight into the soil where they are to grow. But once seedlings are up above ground they quickly start jostling each other for space, even if you’ve sown…
Writing to Publish Workshop
This workshop is designed for anyone who wants to write but is unsure where to start. Explore the techniques involved including finding your voice, choosing the correct genre, learning the art of choosing the correct title cover and writing a…
Lough Key parkrun
Lough Key parkrun Patricia wrote: Lough Key parkrun is a free, timed, weekly event every Saturday morning at 9.30am. It’s all inclusive so walkers, joggers, runners, athletes are all welcome as are mums and dads with buggies, and of course,…
Ship at Lough Key Marina
A ship is defined as “A large boat for transporting people or goods by sea.” This is a flawed definition of course, but anyway, there is a larger-than-normal sailing craft at Lough Key Marina this Tuesday morning. Elegant she is,…
Abbeyhaven Care Centre Vintage Day – Thursday 16th
As part of Nursing Homes Ireland Week Abbey Haven will celebrate with a Vintage Day on Thursday 16th June 2016. There will be displays of old items/antiques on the day, with a fully functioning Gramophone. We will have music and…
N4 Flyover
If you walk on the banks of Boyle Canal, you will have be familiar with this scene. As I was taking the photo on Monday 13th June, the sky ahead was mostly cloud-free, but behind me dark clouds were rolling…
Boyle Monday 13th June 2016
Brogans Pharmacy on Shop Street Creightons Lounge, smoking area Creightons Lounge, smoking area Creightons Lounge Daly’s Lounge entrance Bellspark (upper Green Street area)
The all-electric Nissan Leaf
In an era when prices for oil/petrol/diesel are reducing, the emergence ofall-electric cars may contribute to further reductions. The Nissan LEAF has revolutionised the way we think about mobility. As the world’s first purpose-designed, mass produced, 100 per cent electric car, the…
Boyle Celtic Summer Soccer School
Boyle Celtic Summer Soccer School 8th-12th August
Sean Nós ar an tSionann
Oh what a joy … seeing the Sean Nós ar an tSionann dancers perform in the Market Yard, Carrick-on-Shannon on Sunday 12th June … and on many other occasions! This was the first public performance by the Dance School’s under…
Boyle GAA Update 13th June
Boyle GAA Update 13th June For this week’s complete update and the realboyle.com archive of past updates …
Roscommon Solstice Choir
You are promised an evening of wonderful music by Roscommon Solstice Choir who will generously perform without charge. All proceeds will go to ‘Touch’, and established Boyle-based childrens charity, and the Church of Ireland Restoration Fund. Tickets priced €10 and…
Garden Care – What to do this week 12th-19th June
Trees, Shrubs and Roses • Check tree lupins, birch, Japanese maples and honeysuckle for aphids, which can cause severe die-back of these plants. • Roses are beginning to flower — all the early kinds of climbers and ramblers will be…
Carrick Cineplex 10th – 16th June
Boyle Golf Club For Beginners & Improvers.
• PGA Professional Peter Duignan of Co Longford Golf Club. For Beginners & Improvers. • €8 per session. Own equipment not necessary. • Each Wednesday Evening (Number of weeks TBC but three minimum). • Membership not required, but competitive membership packages…
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter – 12th June
Lough Key Forest Park / Boyle Canal – 11/12th June
Rockingham, a Maiden Voyage, by Christy Wynne
For you, a beautifully written, historically important glimpse into the day to day workings of staff in 1950 Rockingham House and Estate, recalled by Christy Wynne on his first visit ‘inside the gates’. Christy’s sharp memory provides us with a unique…
Bike Week – Fun Cycle
David Gunning wrote: Family Fun Cycle from Boyle to Lough Key Forest Park on Sunday 19th June. This event is free of charge and is just one of the Counties Bike Week activities organized by Roscommon Sports Partnership.
Gold Medal winners at Bloom Flower Show
Congratulations to Pat and Ollie Keville (Boyle), Plant Store, who received a gold medal in the floral display category in Bloom last week with Michael and Mary Macken from Glenamaddy.
Carmel’s Skincare & Beauty
Carmel’s Skincare & Beauty For all special occasions book your make up application at Carmel’s Skincare & Beauty. This June we have a fabulous offer: Book your make up application and choose any of the Fuschia brand Make Up Range complementary…
Boyle Arts Festival 2016
Boyle Arts Festival 2016 View the new Boyle Arts Festival 2016 website … including listing of events and performers Logo edit © Sean O’Dowd
Festival of Food – The Courtyard Market
“Celebrating Community”
“Celebrating Community” Roscommon Brothers of Charity, Roscommon LEADER Partnership and Roscommon Older People’s Council An evening of Information and Training on Supporting Diversity in our community in Boyle evening on Tuesday 28th June from 6-8pm in King House, Boyle. “We…
“Intertwined” The McAleese Collection
Some of the objects presented to Mary McAleese while she was President of Ireland Mary Patricia McAleese served as the eighth President of Ireland from 1997 to 2011. She was the second female president and was first elected in 1997…
Hot Topic #15: Valuable Advice is Invaluable
Hot Topic #15: Valuable Advice is Invaluable
Ardcarne Garden Centre – FREE EVENT
Ardcarne Garden Centre – FREE EVENT FREE Garden Design Event at Ardcarne Garden Centre BOYLE, Saturday 18th June 11.30am – 12.30pm. Join Jane McCorkell, Landscape Designer and multi-Gold Medal Winner at Bloom Flower Show for some great design tips and…
Sunflower Day, Friday 10th – Mayo/Roscommon Hospice
Sunflower Day, Friday 10th – Mayo/Roscommon Hospice Edited photo from Mayo-Roscommon Hospice website [here…] Friday June 10th: Annual Sunflower Day in Boyle. Collectors will be out and about in the town all day and we would appreciate your continued support…
Boyle Summer Show Table Quiz
Table Quiz in Moylurg Inn on Friday June 24th at 9pm in aid of this years Boyle Summer Show. All supported greatly appreciated.
King House Models
David Quinn R.I.P.
David Quinn R.I.P. The death occurred of David Quinn, St. Joseph’s Avenue. Boyle (formerly Termon Road), at 9pm Monday 6th June. 5 St. Joseph’s Avenue, Boyle. Monday, June, 6th at Letterkenny General Hospital. Sadly missed by his brothers, Gerald and Augustine. Reposing at St….
Boyle Arts Festival 2016
Boyle Arts Festival 2016 Press Release Text by Brendan McGee Boyle is certainly the place to be this summer, with appearances by Phil Coulter, Sharon Shannon, Paddy Casey, Frances Black, Kieran Goss and Deirdre O’Kane all lined up for the 27th…
Frank Nolan R.I.P.
The death has occurred of Frank Nolan (late of ESB), Villa Flora Station Road, Cortober, Carrick-on-Shannon, Sunday, June 5th peacefully at his residence. Sadly missed by his wife Breege and son Derek. Remains will be reposing today (Tues) and tomorrow (Wed) at his…
Gerry Mattimoe – Summertime, and the fishing is great
Summertime, and the fishing is great Gerry Mattimoe has a special interest in Boyle fishing. Chatting with the man this morning he said “The Fishing on Boyle River is great at the moment. Three fishermen visiting the area netted 60lbs…
Boyle Flowers 7th June 2016
Roscommon Herald 7th June
Page 2: Christina McHugh muses “… eight-year-olds getting over €1,000 on their First Communion is simply insane” Page 13: New text alert scheme launched for Cootehall area Page 19: “Now go there and back by bus (Local Link full page…
Brendan Coleman R.I.P.
The death has occurred of Brendan Coleman, Station Road, Boyle. R.I.P. Beloved husband of Mary, sadly missed and dearly loved by his son, Eugene and his partner, Patricia Higgins and son Brendan and his wife, Imelda, his daughter Majella and her husband, Maurice…
John (Jingo) Corrigan R.I.P.
John (Jingo) Corrigan R.I.P. The death has occurred of John (Jingo) Corrigan formerly 15 Marian Road, Boyle, Co.Roscommon and Ballinagare. Died Monday 6th June. Predeceased by his brother Jim. Deeply regretted by his loving brothers Micheal (Boyle), Roy (Boyle) Gerry…
Three Boyle area deaths
Three Boyle area deaths, may they Rest In Peace The announcement of three deaths in the area today comes as a shock, and I extend heartfelt condolences to each family: • John (Jingo) Corrigan, Castlerea and formerly Marian Road, Boyle. R.I.P….
Mickey Gorman & Barney
Mickey Gorman & Barney “I have him a month now” Mickey told me, “I’ve had his hooves done and have to get new shoes for him and clean him up as well. These days I’m training him and getting him…
Will it Rain?
Will it Rain? Boyle Harbour at 2.15pm Monday 6th June. Distant thunder could be heard!
Frank Feighan reborn
Interview: Frank Feighan reborn in political and personal life Former Roscommon TD and new Senator subjected to five years of ‘hatred and vilification’ His political rehabilitation coincides with a contented personal life. Divorced for some time, his partner Elaine Mooney…
Ardcarne Garden Centre Jobs of the week from 6th June
Job of the week: Water Water Water! With this prolonged dry spell it’s important to check all your plants every day – especially those growing in pots. It’s best to water thoroughly in the morning or evening to allow your…
Boyle GAA Update 6th June
Boyle GAA Update 6th June For this week’s complete update and the realboyle.com archive of past updates …
Naughten: I wouldn’t have a pint with Enda
Naughten: I wouldn’t have a pint with Enda The Independent Minister has ‘no plans’, to rejoin Fine Gael
Irish Independent Headlines 6th June
Monday 6th June: Headlines in the Irish Independent • Man (33) stabbed to death in north Dublin • Man shot in country lane linked to ‘Fat Freddie’ attack • One killed and three others injured following collision between van and ambulance…
Drumderrig Nursing Home – New wing being built
Drumderrig Nursing Home – expansion in progress Building Contractors are busy at Drumderrig Houe Private Nursing Home, Abbeytown. They are adding a new multi-room wing to this very fine facility.
Ardcarne Garden Cafe – “The Psychonics”
Ardcarne Garden Cafe – “The Psychonics” – Sunday 5th June Once again it was great to to visit Ardcarne Garden Cafe, enjoy a friendly welcome and Bank Holiday meal complete with afters Hot Chocolate and Strawberry Cheesecake … (I forgot to…
Grapes, Cheese & Two Black T-shirts
So what do you think of this photo? Learn about good composition, proper lighting and more by attending Camera Club meetings or signing up for specialist courses. There is a feeling about the “Everyone is a photographer nowadays” … and…
Lough Key Forest Park campsite
Lough Key Forest Park campsite – 5th June Early morning, Sunday 5th June 2016 June Bank Holiday 2016: The campsite in Lough Key Forest Park is packed with campers, brought out no doubt by the current spell of sunny summer…
Margaret Wilson (Nee Casey) R.I.P.
Margaret Wilson (Nee Casey) R.I.P. Margaret Wilson (Nee Casey), Clegna, Cootehall, Boyle, Co.Roscommon died 3rd of June 2016 at NW Hospice Sligo. Deeply regretted by her son Darren and daughter Catherine, brothers Anthony Casey, Boyle and Christy Casey England. •…
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter 4th June
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter 4th June
Boyle GAA Féile Team Car Wash – 4th June
On a beautifully sunny and warm Saturday 4th June, a very enthusiastic Boyle GAA Féile Team, Team mentors, GAA committee members and assistants undertook a fundraising Car Wash at the premises of their main Sponsors Cooney Motors, Greatmeadow, Boyle
Lough Key, Saturday 4th June
Lough Key, Saturday 4th June There will always be room for another photo of Lough Key including this one taken at 7am, following the earlier morning fog