Connaught Rangers Remembrance Day 14 November
Connaught Rangers Remembrance Day 14 November Photo courtesy of Danny Tiernan
Articles by Sean O'Dowd
“Charlotte Brontë – An Irish Odyssey” by Michael O’Dowd.
“Charlotte Brontë – An Irish Odyssey” by Michael O’Dowd. Michael O’Dowd grew up on St. Patrick Street, Boyle. Michael, a renowned, popular gynecologist has authored a number of books since retiring to his home in Barna, Co. Galway. Charlotte Brontë…
An Craoibhin – Steak
An Craoibhin, Boyle 10oz Steak with Homecut Chips, Veg and Pepper Sauce … delicious !!!
Boyle Christmas Lights 2021
Boyle Christmas Lights Dear Friends, As Christmas is fast approaching, we are making every effort to ensure Boyle Town will be looking its brightest and best again this year. Our team of volunteers have already spent long hours erecting the…
Team Hope Shoebox Appeal
Team Hope Shoebox Appeal TEAM HOPE is an Irish charity that sends thousands of gift-filled shoeboxes to deprived children in Africa and Eastern Europe. Ardcarne Garden Centre has undertaken to be the Co. Roscommon hub for the shoebox appeal. So…
Good Mercy – The Life & Times of the Mercy Nuns
Good Mercy – The Life & Times of the Mercy Nuns In light of the current Covid situation, Barry Feely has made a decision not to have a formal launch of his new book. However signed copies of Good Mercy –…
The Air Ambulance Service
The Air Ambulance Service People have been asked to stay away from the areas where the Air Ambulance Helicopter lands so that the service may be carried out as quickly and efficiently as possible. Apparently a member of the crew…
King House Christmas Fair
King House Christmas Fair
Bank of Ireland
Bank of Ireland, Boyle
Boles of Boyle window display ”with Christmas in mind”
Boles of Boyle window display ”with Christmas in mind” Photo realboyle.com
Three generations of the Keenan Family at the Keenan Cup presentation 14th November
Three generations of the Keenan Family at the Keenan Cup presentation 14th November
Remembrance Day 14th November – CRA
Remembrance Day 14th November
Message in a Bottle
Message in a Bottle
Boyle Canal – November 15th
Boyle Canal – November 15th
Well Hello … !!
Well Hello … !!
Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop
Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop Brigid O’Toole, Mary Frances Dwyer & Ciara Callaghan recently launched the Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop in aid of The Local Hospice Photo courtesy of Mary Regan
Office Staff Needed
Office Staff Needed Office staff to do 20 hours a week. Hours can be done to suit people with kids. Based on St. Patrick Street. Duties to include booking keeping, job allocations, Call Stephen on 087 714 2582
Turn on your speakers !!!
Turn on your speakers !!! __________________________________________
New lease of life for Ballinafad Field Study Centre
New lease of life for Ballinafad Field Study Centre Friday 12th November 2021 Arrow Community Enterprises (ACE) Limited, the group for local community development in the Lough Arrow region of south Sligo, are delighted to announce that we have come…
Feighan calls on local Community Groups to consider €9 million Fund to support them if impacted by COVID-19
Feighan calls on local Community Groups to consider €9 million Fund to support them if impacted by COVID-19 ‘Fund to provide small grants for community groups impacted by the Pandemic’ Facilities such as community centres, men’s and women’s sheds,…
Boles of Boyle
Boles of Boyle
Boyle GAA Club – Update
Boyle GAA Club – Update Read More >>
Boyle Golf Club
Boyle Golf Club Read More >>
Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop for Hospice
Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop for Hospice
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter Read More >>
Boyle & District ICA AGM
Boyle & District ICA AGM Boyle & District ICA, AGM on Tuesday 2nd November at 8pm in St Joseph’s Resource Centre. This meeting is open to ICA members and also those who are thinking of joining up and would like…
Drumderrig House
Drumderrig House
Lovage at the Gate Lodge
Lovage at the Gate Lodge
Abbey Haven Care Centre & Nursing Home
Abbey Haven Care Centre & Nursing Home
Open Table Restaurant
Open Table Restaurant, Boyle We are now Open Wednesday 9 to 6 serving Breakfast, Lunch & Afternoon Tea/Coffee. Wed/Thurs/Friday 9am to 8pm for Breakfast Lunch & Evening a la carte. Sunday 10am to 6pm with Lunch served 12pm to 5pm.
St Beidh’s Church, Ardcarne, Boyle
St Beidh’s Church, Ardcarne, Boyle
Ardcarne Garden Centre/Cafe
Ardcarne Garden Centre/Cafe Ardcarne Garden Centre/Cafe is a premier Boyle Visitor Attraction where we can enjoy nature and dining with multiple choices, friendly and knowledgable staff. • Christmas displays are emerging and the Centre’s expansion plans are movin
Leaving Certificate Biology grinds
Leaving Certificate Biology grinds Leaving Certificate Biology grinds offered by a first-class honours Bachelor of Science graduate for this academic year 2021/2022. • Grinds will be exam-focused, with an aim to build the student’s confidence on both course material and…
November 2009 – the Galley Bar Royal Hotel Boyle
November 2009 – the Galley Bar, Royal Hotel, Boyle
November 2009 – BMS “Jesus Christ Superstar”
November 2009 – BMS “Jesus Christ Superstar”
Roscommon Herald 26th October
Roscommon Herald 26th October For Local and County News, Photos, Sport, Articles and More, More, More, get your one and only Roscommon Herald … in shops and online. • Boyle family left ‘shattered’ by death of beautiful daughter and sister…
The Toon Team … Plan
The Toon Team … View More >>
The Gaelic Chieftain, a year ago …
The Gaelic Chieftain, a year ago …
Boyle Ladies GAA Sponsor Evening – Friday 22nd October
Boyle Ladies GAA Sponsor Evening – Friday 22nd October Vinny Flanagan (Manager) Collette Collins (The Well Pub) and team players Heather Kerins, Kate Harrington, Suzi Keenan, Shauna Moran, Niamh Beirne. Colette Collins, (The Well Pub, St Patrick Street) was thanked…
Reprise 2008 – Chef Mirek
Reprise 2008 – Chef Mirek 2008 offered superb dining experiences to those who chose to eat out with Chef Mirek. This was his Steak, Chips and Veg Meal
Know Your Rights: Your rights as a tenant
Know Your Rights: Your rights as a tenant Question: Can a landlord or letting agency ask me for personal information like my PPS number when starting a new tenancy? Answer: Yes, a landlord or letting agent can ask you for certain personal…
Friends don’t let friends drive … designate !!
Friends don’t let friends drive … designate !!
Autumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves
The Toon Team Halloween
The Toon Team Halloween View More >>
Abbeytown Halloween 2021
Abbeytown Halloween 2021
Studio Eleven, Main Street, Boyle
Studio Eleven, Main Street, Boyle The official launch of Christine and Neil Stewart’s STUDIO ELEVEN purpose-built Yoga, Meditation and Rest Space will take place on a date early in 2022. In the meantime, a small gathering of regulars will have…
Boyle GAA Club Sponsors 2021
Boyle GAA Club Sponsors 2021 David Kelly (Club Chairman), Ciarán Phelan (National Automation), Aaron Sharkey (Under 20’s Team Manager) • Tuesday 12th October: The first of this year’s Team Sponsors were recognised and thanked by the club for their interest…
Budget 2022 will reduce the cost of living – Feighan
Budget 2022 will reduce the cost of living – Feighan Fine Gael is working to reduce the cost of living and Budget 2022 contains the measures to do it, Fine Gael Minister of State Frank Feighan TD has said “Budget…
Shirley Ann Kelly (née Golds) R.I.P.
Shirley Ann Kelly (née Golds) R.I.P. The death has occurred of Shirley Ann Kelly (née Golds), Maple Drive, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, October 4th 2021, peacefully, surrounded by her loving husband and family. Sadly missed by her devoted husband Pat, and…
Kevin Regan’s song … “Claudine”
Kevin Regan’s song … “Claudine” Please listen to a touching song written and performed by Boyle’s own Kevin Regan and accompanied on vocals by his grandaughter Rian Regan. Donal O’Connor arranged the music and plays guitar. Brian Farell on piano…
The McAleese Collection, King House
The McAleese Collection, King House It is possible that from information discussed at a recent meeting The McAleese Collection donated to King House, Boyle in October 2015 will be downsized. In the past the collection was removed during the King…
Connaught Rangers Remembrance Room 29th September 2021
Connaught Rangers Remembrance Room 29th September 2021 View Photos >>
New Covid-19 pill may cut chance of death or hospitalisation by up to half
New Covid-19 pill may cut chance of death or hospitalisation by up to half The pharmaceutical giant Merck has said clinical trials of its new oral antiviral medication for the treatment of Covid-19 have shown that it can reduce the…
Local TD and Minister of State Frank Feighan has welcomed the funding for the local Roscommon service providers.
Local TD and Minister of State Frank Feighan has welcomed the funding for the local Roscommon service providers. Roscommon groups to receive funding from €4.6m fund under the second round of Strengthening Disability Services funding Minister of State with responsibility…
Eamon Kelly R.I.P.
Eamon Kelly R.I.P. The death has occurred of Eamon Kelly, Ardsoran, Killaraght, Co. Sligo, September 29th 2021; Peacefully, at Sligo University Hospital. Predeceased by his parents Michael and Mary Ann and his wife Eileen. Eamon will be very sadly missed…
Ardcare Garden Cafe – 27th September
Ardcare Garden Cafe – 27th September “Thank all of you for your job applications. We have now hired extra staff …”
RTE TV’s “Nationwide” filming at The Barracks
RTE TV’s “Nationwide” filming at The Barracks, Cootehall The talented duo Anne Cassin and cameraman Jim Norman from RTE TV Nationwide filmed at The John McGahern Barracks, Cootehall on Tuesday 28th September. I was delighted to be there taking a…
Boyle Shopping Arcade For Sale
Boyle Shopping Arcade For Sale Boyle Shopping Arcade, Bridge Street, Boyle, Co. Roscommon €278,000 The site is located on Bridge Street and has the benefit of new and full planning for the conversion of 5 existing shop units in the Arcade,…
Funding for Lung Lough Gara Way
Funding for 31 walking trails including Lung Lough Gara Way Minister Humphreys announces funding for 31 walking trails including Lung Lough Gara Way to boost outdoor recreation and rural tourism in North Roscommon 31 new trails added in 13 counties…
“The Starling” film on Netflix
“The Starling” film on Netflix Here is a message I received … “Hey Sean, doubting you will see this but felt like I had to message you. As someone who does suffer with Mental Health issues, I can hand on…
Ardcare Garden Cafe – 27th September
Ardcare Garden Cafe – 27th September “Thank all of you for your job applications. We have now hired extra staff …” __________________________________________
Brogan’s Chemco Pharmacy
Brogan’s Chemco Pharmacy, Shop Street, Boyle Boyle Staff (L-R) Donna Naughton, Mairead McKeon, Megan McKeon, Helena Casey, Trudy Lavin, Edwina Kilcoyne, Mary Early, Aine Noone, Danni McLoughlin, Laura Moran, Ann O’Donnell. Brogan’s Pharmacy Boyle has joined forces with Irish owned…
Delay to official opening of the Roscommon Hospice
Delay to official opening of the Roscommon Hospice The official opening of Roscommon Palliative Care Support Unit has been pushed back. Originally set for the 1st of October, it will now take place on the 5th of at 2pm. This…
Ardcarne Garden Centre 25th September
Ardcarne Garden Centre 25th September View More Photos >>
Rutting Season for Deer
Rutting Season for Deer Rutting season 2021 is about to begin. Drivers should beware of deer causing accidents by bolting across roads. Female deer fleeing across roads from stags during mating season can increase the risk of dangerous collisions. Deer…
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter September 24th
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter Read More >>
Courtyard Market
Courtyard Market
Abbey Community College students visit Boyle Abbey
Abbey Community College students visit Boyle Abbey “First-year students were immersed in local history during a visit to Boyle Abbey. The students heard the fascinating history of the Abbey and the many functions it has served under various patrons over…
Traditional Music Classes for Juniors
Traditional Music Classes for Juniors
Remembering BETTY MEYLER
Remembering BETTY MEYLER WHEN THEY said at her funeral that the whole world was not enough for Betty Meyler, it wasn’t meant as a put-down of the woman who relished her role as president of the UFO Society of Ireland….
Free Business Training & Events
Free Business Training & Events Free online training and events organised by Role Skillnet and Boyle Chamber of Commerce will take place during October & November. Courses include Microsoft Teams, Basic Excel, Intermediate Excel, Advanced Excel, Excel Tips & Tricks,…
Irene SPELMAN R.I.P.
The death has occurred of Irene SPELMAN Elphin Street, Boyle / Ballaghaderreen SPELMAN – (Elphin Street and late of St. Patrick Street, Boyle, Co. Roscommon). September 21st 2021 (peacefully) in the loving care of the management and staff of Oakwood Nursing…
Connaught Rangers / King House
Connaught Rangers / King House It has been reported that Roscommon County Council has requested that the Connaught Rangers Association vacate the ground floor exhibits area known as The Room of Remembrance by the end of September. This is when…
Tony Conboy “An Oblique View”
Tony Conboy “An Oblique View” As always, Tony casts a sensible, practiced, well-tuned eye on happenings Local, National and International. Read More >>
Green Street Temporary Road Closure
Green Street Temporary Road Closure Green Street, Boyle, will be closed from 8am to 6pm Wednesday 22nd September as part of the Roadworks Programme. Local diversions will be in place. There will an increased likelihood of delays on this road…
Culture Night 17th September 2021 King House
Culture Night 17th September 2021, King House For me, the highlights of the night were: • Performances by the youths of Music Generation Roscommon under the expert guidance of Johnny McGlynn, Musician Educator and Katrina Regan Bouchier • The 17-minute…
Drumderrig House Nursing Home – 2 adverts
Drumderrig House Nursing Home – 2 adverts
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter
St. Joseph’s Parish Newsletter Read More >>
President Michael D Higgins denies ‘snub’
President Michael D Higgins denies ‘snub’ President Michael D Higgins photo © realboyle.com President Michael D Higgins has denied that he snubbed Queen Elizabeth after refusing to attend a church service in Armagh, saying that a “religious event” had become…
Michael McPadden R.I.P.
Michael McPadden R.I.P. The death has occurred of Michael McPadden in Southampton, United Kingdom (formerly of Boyle, Co. Roscommon) peacefully on the 6th of September 2021. Michael will be greatly missed by his loving parents Michael and Stella, his daughter…
William (Willie) Suffin R.I.P.
William (Willie) Suffin R.I.P. The death has occurred of William (Willie) Suffin on the 16th of September 2021, late of 17 Plunkett Ave and formerly of The Spa, Boyle, Co. Roscommon peacefully at his home with his loving family by…
Where are the Water Troughs?
Where are the Water Troughs? Many years ago 3 concrete water troughs were presented to the town of Boyle by the Canadian Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The letters “CSPCA” were chiselled into the side of each…
Eating Out in Boyle – Tai Chi
Eating Out in Boyle Despite continuing anxiety and concerns regarding Covid, the country is slowly returning to what will be our ‘normal’. Indoor dining is now a ‘normal’, much to the delight of those of us who enjoy Eating Out…
Boyle Training Options/GRETB Boyle Training Options/GRETB are ready to welcome new learners to the centre and vacancies are now available on our full-time training course. The Tourism Customer Care and IT Skills course provides certified QQI training in Communications, Computer…
Ardcarne Garden Cafe
Ardcarne Garden Cafe The Garden Cafe, Ardcarne Garden Centre is recruiting for a part-time Cafe Assistant. We operate 7 days a week and are therefore looking for flexibility. • Approx 20 hours per week. • Please contact Ann or Carol on Tel…
Sunday Lunch at The Open Table Restaurant
Sunday Lunch at The Open Table “Busy, Busy” are appropriate words for lunchtime at The Open Table, Sunday 12th September. I chose the Beef Lunch and was delighted with speedy, friendly service and my excellent quality meal.
King House exhibition space for Erwin Springbrunn
King House exhibition space for Erwin Springbrunn Erwin Springbrunn (7th March 1939 – 27th December 2015) was a world-renowned gemstone cutter and the exhibition planned for King House, Boyle, Co Roscommon will celebrate his work. Erwin Springbrunn’s entire workshop including…
Christmas shoppers advised to buy early
Christmas shoppers advised to buy early WITH SHIPPING COSTS skyrocketing and world trade gripped by a major supply chain crunch, Irish shoppers are being advised to start planning their Christmas purchases as soon as they can. Read More >>
Spend Time In Boyle
Spend Time In Boyle
Plunkett Home
Plunkett Home, Boyle
Peter REGAN R.I.P.
Peter REGAN R.I.P. The death has occurred of Peter REGAN R.I.P., Quigaboy, Enniscrone, Sligo / Keadue, Roscommon formerly Keadue and Boyle, Co. Roscommon. September 10th 2021, Peter passed away peacefully at his home, in the tender care of his devoted…
Tommy Vesey R.I.P.
Tommy Vesey R.I.P. The death has occurred of Tommy Vesey, Ardagh, Boyle, Co. Roscommon. Tuesday, September 7th 2021, peacefully at Sligo University Hospital. Tommy, predeceased by his brothers Martin and Michael. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Mary, daughters Diane,…
The Open Table Restaurant
The Open Table Restaurant Open now for Breakfasts, Lunches and Afternoons
Boyle Citizens Information – 9th September
Boyle Citizens Information – 9th September Read More >>
“The Royal” 9th September
“The Royal” 9th September
Roscommon Co Council
Roscommon Co Council “PLEASE VOTE FOR OUR HOUSING PROJECT” Read More >>
Boyle Camera Club
Boyle Camera Club Meeting 14th of September This month’s meeting will be held on Zoom – Zoom link is https://overstock.zoom.us/j/98137987206?pwd=NDFIMTVIZFdJSXRZbTNrZUUrWnREZz09 Meeting ID: 981 3798 7206 Passcode: 99968522
Meetings of concern …
Meetings of concern … • “A very important meeting with Roscommon Co Council” is set for the Connaught Rangers Association Committee in King House on Friday 10th September at 11am. • Boyle Town Team AGM to be held via Zoom…
Aaron Sharkey – He’s the Winner
Aaron Sharkey – He’s the Winner Minister Frank Feighan TD picked Aaron Sharkey’s Boyle GAA/Boyle Celtic draw winning ticket for a new Nissan Quashqai car worth €35,000, a luxury holiday at Fota Island, Cork, worth €3,000, €1,000 holiday spending money…
Biology/Maths Grinds
Biology/Maths Grinds Biology/Maths, including H.L.Maths … in accordance with covid regulations … Abbeytown, Boyle For information please call Ann on 086 877 0252