Job vacancy at Úna Bhán Tourism, Boyle
Úna Bhán Tourism are currently seeking applications for a full-time position: Tourism Development and Marketing Officer Status. Full time (39 hours per week) 'fixed term contracts' (dependent on continued support from POBAL)
Send CV to: patricia@unabhan.ie with job vacancy name in title or by post to: Patricia Golden, Úna Bhán Tourism, Grounds of King House, Boyle, Co. Roscommon. Closing date 5pm Friday 13th November 2015 (Short listing may apply and 3 references required on request)
Send CV to: patricia@unabhan.ie with job vacancy name in title or by post to: Patricia Golden, Úna Bhán Tourism, Grounds of King House, Boyle, Co. Roscommon. Closing date 5pm Friday 13th November 2015 (Short listing may apply and 3 references required on request)
Boyle u13 Boys GAA - Feile Champions 2015
Congratulations to our U13 Boys on their great win over St Brigids in the Féile County Final in Rockfield, Sunday 8th November.
Boyle Town & More announce Christmas Lights Cash Draw
Lines are available to purchase commencing this weekend until Dec 21st for our Christmas Lights Cash Draw. Feature pieces are being added to our new lights this year and we look forward to the official ‘Turning On’. We are giving away Cash prices this year of €1000 (1st Prize); €500 (2nd Prize); €250 (3rd Prize); €150(4th Prize); and €100 (5th Prize). Lines are €2 each or 3 for €5. Lines will be on Sale in all Businesses throughout the town, but if anyone has been omitted or would like a Card please call Stephen on 086 836 0666. Make Boyle even brighter this year, and thank you for supporting the draw.
Boyle Rail Station
There is no designated 'set down' space at Boyle Rail Station. Yes there is an unmarked, one car sized space in front of the ticket machines. If there are more vehicles dropping off passengers, or waiting for a train they have choices:
1. Use the car park - charge €4
2. Park on the yellow lines and risk clamping
3. Park on Elphin Street or elsewhere
Many may wonder why there are charges to park at Boyle Rail Station, yet there are no charges to park at stations either side of Boyle - Carrick-on-Shannon and Ballymote
1. Use the car park - charge €4
2. Park on the yellow lines and risk clamping
3. Park on Elphin Street or elsewhere
Many may wonder why there are charges to park at Boyle Rail Station, yet there are no charges to park at stations either side of Boyle - Carrick-on-Shannon and Ballymote
Wet and windy weather on the way
Batten down the hatches and dig out the wet gear as wind, rain and flooding will create misery for the entire country this week. Some areas should also prepare for the increased risk of localised flooding ... but it will be milder than normal for the time of year.
• Gardai are advising motorists of excess water and debris on many roads and are urging drivers to take exercise caution.
• Gardai are advising motorists of excess water and debris on many roads and are urging drivers to take exercise caution.
Dramatic Sky at dusk, Sunday 8th November
Viewed from Boyle Harbour
Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop 2015
Ardcarne Shop Staff with proprietor Ronan O'Conghaile
Boyle attractions: Ardcarne Garden Centre has a permanent place on my list of Boyle attractions. At all times of the year, Management and staff at the centre provide glorious colour and friendly, authorative advice to its many customers.
The Ardcarne Garden Christmas Shop is a seasonal highlight. This year's shop was opened officially on Friday night by jovial proprietor Ronan O'Conghaile, and is a 'must visit' for everyone for its high standard of items displayed ... call in highly recommended!
The Ardcarne Garden Christmas Shop is a seasonal highlight. This year's shop was opened officially on Friday night by jovial proprietor Ronan O'Conghaile, and is a 'must visit' for everyone for its high standard of items displayed ... call in highly recommended!
Ardcarne Garden Cafe - Christmas 2015
Cliodhna and Nessa - Ardcarne Garden Cafe
While you are on your trip to Ardcarne Garden Centre, a food/beverage break is comes highly recommended. This year, in addition to delicious food choices, check out their gorgeous Christmas Craft items - many created by the talented Cliodhna.
Creightons Bar - 30 years in business
Yes, for me it it's hard to believe, but Eddie and Sylvia have been 30 years in business in their Creightons Bar on the corner of Bridge Street and Shop Street. At various time it was the favourite 'haunt' for all of my 5 adult 'children', and I always felt they were in safe company. Congrats, Eddie and Sylvia ... here's to many more years trading in Boyle
• On Friday 6th I was delighted to be in the bar ;celebrating the 30 years with a capacity crowd and a brilliant entertainer from Sligo - Adrian Cullen, who performs as a Dean Martin Tribute.
• Did you know? - Creightons Bar offers all-day service, seven days a week - the only bar in Boyle to do so.
• On Friday 6th I was delighted to be in the bar ;celebrating the 30 years with a capacity crowd and a brilliant entertainer from Sligo - Adrian Cullen, who performs as a Dean Martin Tribute.
• Did you know? - Creightons Bar offers all-day service, seven days a week - the only bar in Boyle to do so.
Stewarts Filling Station - Longford
Stewarts Oil Filling Station, Longford - one of a growing number of outlets.
The Mall, Longford
Saturday 7th: the Mall Walkway, Longford. Check it out if you are in the area.
Perhaps you too are engaging with topics that are engaging Tony at the moment;
1. The spiraling cost of Health Insurance (you could add car insurance to that). The logic of pricing thousands of people out of the market for health insurance with the law of diminishing returns obtaining, escapes me.
2. The drink driving case early this week where a young boy was killed by a driver who apparently admitted to drinking nine pints of cider before he went driving.
3. Knife crime in Dublin over the recent week-end.
4. Hotel/food price extortion at the Web Summit.
5. The documentary 'Rugby's Wheelchair Challenge'.
6. The death of Maureen O' Hara.
7. The return of the farming programme 'Ear to the Ground'.
Alongside the above, read Tony's writes on Boyle Musical Society's "Wizard Of Oz", Boyle Community Radio, and a comprehensive Sports Review.
2. The drink driving case early this week where a young boy was killed by a driver who apparently admitted to drinking nine pints of cider before he went driving.
3. Knife crime in Dublin over the recent week-end.
4. Hotel/food price extortion at the Web Summit.
5. The documentary 'Rugby's Wheelchair Challenge'.
6. The death of Maureen O' Hara.
7. The return of the farming programme 'Ear to the Ground'.
Alongside the above, read Tony's writes on Boyle Musical Society's "Wizard Of Oz", Boyle Community Radio, and a comprehensive Sports Review.
Ardcarne Garden Centre - Christmas Shop Opening
photo © sean o'dowd
Mary Frances wrote: Just a note to say Irish TV have been in contact and will be coming to our Christmas Shop opening this evening (Friday 6th) in Boyle, 5pm-8pm
John O'Toole
John O'Toole is pictured here with his dad Miceál, the well know Irish language teacher who holds regular classes in Boyle's Family Life Centre
Recently, John O'Toole received a PhD for research in biomedical engineering that he carried out at Sligo I.T. More specifically he was using acoustic emission to predict and locate fractures in Bone. Acoustic emission is traditionally used for non destructive testing (NDT) of concrete and steel structures. However in recent times researchers from biomedical engineering have been using the technology to study biomedical materials particularly bone.
Events diary for the days ahead
| Tuesday 10th |
• Boyle Tidy Towns meeting at 8pm in the Enterprise Centre
• Bingo, St. Joseph's Hall, 8.30pm - €1,000 to be won every week |
| Wednesday 11th | |
| Thursday 12th |
Widows & Widowers Support Group - Family Life Centre 7.30pm - 9pm
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Job available - An Craoibhín Restaurant/bar
Extra cook/chef required immediately or as soon as possible. Flexi hours, call Orla ASAP on 087 953 2131
Community stall available at Farmers Market
Boyle Farmers Market has a "Community Stall" available in our new all-weather Farmers Market. The idea is to have a different community group attend each week to promote, showcase your wares, raise awareness of your organisation or group etc. This is for community only. We would love to hear from any groups interested in getting involved... please contact us here or email Janice on info@unabhan.ie for more details. The stall will be free and you will be a guest of the market for that day. We would love to hear from groups such as the ICA, the Scouts, Tidy Towns and so on. Please share with anyone you know that might be interested.
Taste of Lough Key - Tawnytaskin Centre
Wednesday 4th November: The 'Taste of Lough Key' event started at 8pm in Tawnytaskin Community Centre. When I got there at 8.15pm the Centre was close to Full House for tastings and displays of meats, breads, confectionery, cheese, gift ideas and kitchen ware available from local producers and retail outlets. The excellent Tawnytaskin committee and assistants made free teas/coffee/wine available and of course there were draw tickets on sale for draw prizes that I would love to win.
Once again, Tawnytaskin Community Centre was available for a great event, so heartiest congratulations and well done the organisers and to everyone involved ...
Once again, Tawnytaskin Community Centre was available for a great event, so heartiest congratulations and well done the organisers and to everyone involved ...
Boyle Camera Club
1. Club Photoshoot - 25th November, St. Mel's Cathedral, Longford
2. Christmas Party - 4th December in Daly's Lounge, Boyle.
2. Christmas Party - 4th December in Daly's Lounge, Boyle.
Ardcarne Garden Centre
Boyle Tidy Towns - meeting
graphic © sean o'dowd
Boyle Tidy Towns will hold a meeting on Tuesday 10th at 8pm in the Enterprise Centre, a good attendance would be greatly appreciated in order to set up plans for the enhancement of the town for next year
Grange National School
Elphin Bishop Kevin Doran visited Grange National School this week. He hung a cross on the class Remembrance Tree for the month of November, spoke to the children and all said a prayer together.
Christmas comes but once a year
It's that time of year - time to plan and stock for Christmas, just over 6 weeks away!
St. Joseph's Boys National School
Cash for Clobber Collection Items that can be collected include
New and Used Men’s and Women’s & Children’s Clothing
Footwear, Belts, Handbags, Hats, Household Textiles (curtains, blankets etc)
Mobile Phones (put these in a separate bag or hand into reception in the school).
Bags can be left outside the side gate at of the school on or before December 8th.
New and Used Men’s and Women’s & Children’s Clothing
Footwear, Belts, Handbags, Hats, Household Textiles (curtains, blankets etc)
Mobile Phones (put these in a separate bag or hand into reception in the school).
Bags can be left outside the side gate at of the school on or before December 8th.
Dr. Tim O'Dowd
Boyle man Dr Tim O'Dowd has done well for himself in Australia and has a sparkling new website ... well done brother!
Abbeytown Bridge, Boyle
This is a picture scan of an old engraving. It shows Abbeytown Bridge, one of the oldest bridges in Ireland
Spectre - James Bond
I was expecting an adventure film full of spectacle and imagination. The opening sequence, though too long, was spectacular and might have been directed by a different team than the rest of the film. The film went downhill quickly with obvious continuity error after error and totally predictable incidents.
Spectre is a mess ... a mix of silly oneliners, boring, long conversations and trite love scenes with a few bombings, shootings, smoke and fires in between. This latest James Bond film has little regard for all the imaginative work for which the series became iconic through the years.
By the time the film ended, I could understood why the (now) puffy-faced, pouting Daniel Craig wants to leave the series.
• Maybe you will disagree with me ... but see the film and make up your own mind.
Spectre is a mess ... a mix of silly oneliners, boring, long conversations and trite love scenes with a few bombings, shootings, smoke and fires in between. This latest James Bond film has little regard for all the imaginative work for which the series became iconic through the years.
By the time the film ended, I could understood why the (now) puffy-faced, pouting Daniel Craig wants to leave the series.
• Maybe you will disagree with me ... but see the film and make up your own mind.
Boyle Chamber Lotto Results Monday November 2nd
• Numbers drawn 7, 21, 22, 23
• Match Three winners L. Knott, A. Lavin, P. Muldoon
• Jackpot winner: None
Thank you to all who supported the draw. Next draw Monday November 9th at 11.00pm in Dodd's Bar. Jackpot €13,070
• Match Three winners L. Knott, A. Lavin, P. Muldoon
• Jackpot winner: None
Thank you to all who supported the draw. Next draw Monday November 9th at 11.00pm in Dodd's Bar. Jackpot €13,070
Roscommon Learning Links
Stop by for a Coffee next Tuesday or Wednesday 10th or 11th November at Roscommon Learning Links Training Centre, (next door to Trojan) Elphin Street, Boyle, to find out more about Courses available. If you’ve ever thought about upskilling, gaining Certification or going onto 3rd Level, it’s worth calling in to find out more. Everyone welcome ... call anytime from 10am to 4pm. Call 071 966 4510 or email: info@roscommonlearninglinks.com
Organic food: Is it more nutritious?
"Probably not, but the answer isn't yet clear. A recent study examined the past 50 years worth of scientific articles about the nutrient content of organic and conventional foods. The researchers concluded that organically and conventionally produced foodstuffs are not significantly different in their nutrient content."
• Above quote from Mayo Clinic.org, where over 3300 physicians, scientists and researchers share their expertise to empower you, it's the place for your health care.
• Above quote from Mayo Clinic.org, where over 3300 physicians, scientists and researchers share their expertise to empower you, it's the place for your health care.
Camogie
Dromod station wins nation's customer service award
Dromod railway station provides the best customer service of all railway stations nationwide. The announcement was made at the Iarnrod Eireann awards today, Monday 2nd November
Carrick gardaí assist at fire of van carrying cash
Shannonside FM report: Gardaí in Carrick-on-Shannon were called to the assistance of a van transporting cash when it caught fire. The van was in the car park of the Tesco shopping centre in the town when it was involved in a minor traffic collision. The money was secured in the van and no one was injured in the incident. Gardaí stayed with the van until a replacement vehicle arrived.
Carers wanted - Drumderrig Private Nursing Home
Vacancies for Carers For Day and Night duties. Applicants must have Fetac level 5. Experience required. Please forward CV and other relevant details by post or email. email paula@drumderrignursinghome.com : Web site www.drumderrig.com. No phone calls please.
Boyle Celtic Fuel Draw Winners
Congratulations to the winners and a big Thank you to all who took part...
1st Angela Connolly - 500ltrs of Home Heating Oil
2nd Brian McCrann - Trailer of Turf
3rd Paudie O'Sullivan - Chainsaw
4rd Heather Keirns - 20 bags of Eco Brite
5th Paddy Dunne - 10 bags of Coal
6th Geraldine & Owen Garvin - 10 bags of Cosy Glo
7th Johnny Beirne - Car Service
8th Myles Quinn - 2 Cyclinders of Gas
1st Angela Connolly - 500ltrs of Home Heating Oil
2nd Brian McCrann - Trailer of Turf
3rd Paudie O'Sullivan - Chainsaw
4rd Heather Keirns - 20 bags of Eco Brite
5th Paddy Dunne - 10 bags of Coal
6th Geraldine & Owen Garvin - 10 bags of Cosy Glo
7th Johnny Beirne - Car Service
8th Myles Quinn - 2 Cyclinders of Gas
Strandhill 31st October
We are enjoying exceptionally good weather at the moment, shortening our winter!
Strandhill Surf this weekend in the October sunshine
Strandhill Golf Course with Knocknarea top right of photo
1st November photo ...
1st November on Boyle Canal Walkway, captured using my Samsung Alpha smartphone
Special Needs Parents Association
Special Needs Parents Association:
• King House is the venue for the Autism Parent Training Event on Friday.
• Middletown Centre for Autism - FREE Parent Only Training Event - Open to all Parents/Carers of children and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders - Autism & Sensory Processing Event will take place In Boyle Town Roscommon, Friday 6th November at 10am-2pm, in King House. Contact SNPA Parent Liaison Marian Frawley on 083 845 6991 or Email: mbenny@live.ie to secure a place. Booking Essential.
• King House is the venue for the Autism Parent Training Event on Friday.
• Middletown Centre for Autism - FREE Parent Only Training Event - Open to all Parents/Carers of children and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders - Autism & Sensory Processing Event will take place In Boyle Town Roscommon, Friday 6th November at 10am-2pm, in King House. Contact SNPA Parent Liaison Marian Frawley on 083 845 6991 or Email: mbenny@live.ie to secure a place. Booking Essential.
Run Walk n Roll
photo: Mary Regan
A big Thank You to everyone who participated, supported and helped out in any way the recent Run Walk n Roll for Cancer Research. To date €4316.62 has been raised with some more funds to come. Thank You to each and everyone for your support this year once again. Look us up on our Facebook Run Walk n Roll for Cancer Research. Wristbands and T shirts still available contact Damian 086 394 2388.
Bishop’s Visit:
St. Joseph's Church Newsletter: On Wednesday next 4th November, Bishop Kevin will come on Pastoral Visitation to our Parish. Even though he has been here in the Parish a few times this is his first official visit and so an important one.
He will celebrate Mass here on Wednesday evening at 7.30p.m. (there will be no 10a.m. Mass on Wednesday) and we hope that as many as possible will attend, there will be a cuppa in the Resource Centre afterwards and an opportunity to meet him. He will also visit the Primary Schools, Nursing Homes. Some of the sick and housebound as well as meeting various groups such as Parish Pastoral Council, Finance Committee etc!
He will celebrate Mass here on Wednesday evening at 7.30p.m. (there will be no 10a.m. Mass on Wednesday) and we hope that as many as possible will attend, there will be a cuppa in the Resource Centre afterwards and an opportunity to meet him. He will also visit the Primary Schools, Nursing Homes. Some of the sick and housebound as well as meeting various groups such as Parish Pastoral Council, Finance Committee etc!
The Wizard of Oz - Tickets
Tickets for Boyle Musical Society’s "The Wizard of Oz", will go on sale this Saturday October 31st at 12pm from the BMS ticket office beside Marian’s on Bridge Street. The Wizard of Oz show will open at 8pm on Wednesday November 18th and continue at 8pm nightly until Sunday November 22nd in St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle, including matinee on Sunday 22nd at 3pm.
Boyle Country Meats Halloween Specials
'Sunset over Boyle Canal'
This dramatic 'Sunset over Boyle Canal' on Thursday 29th October did not forecast a long night of drizzly rain that lasted beyond daybreak on Friday morning.
Boyle GAA Junior team
King & Moffatt Division 5 Champions 2015
Back; A.Lavin/B.Shannon/ G.Gilmartin/ J.Suffin/ T.McGarty/ L.Casey/ J.Cox/ D.Mattimoe/ P.Goldrick/ C.McKeon/ Maryfield/ B.Kerins/ Bhliain/ A.Lavin/ C. Cox/ O'Shea/ DO’Connor/ B.Goldrick.
Front; M.McGovern/ C.Flanagan/ C.Horan/ K.Kelly/ M.Goldrick/ C.Beirne Capt./ D.East/ C.Goldrick/ L.Conroy/ S.Tonra/ C.Deery. (26 players, three management).
*Photo courtesy of Tony Conboy : Click on photo to view a large version*
State Pensions Information Evening
Retirement Planning Programme "Thinking Ahead – the first step to the rest of your life"
The Citizens Information Board fund and mandate Roscommon County Citizens Information Service Ltd. (CIS) to provide an independent and free information, advice and advocacy service to the public on civil and social rights and entitlements. This service is confidential, impartial and non-judgemental.
The Citizens Information Board fund and mandate Roscommon County Citizens Information Service Ltd. (CIS) to provide an independent and free information, advice and advocacy service to the public on civil and social rights and entitlements. This service is confidential, impartial and non-judgemental.
Ardcarne Garden Centres - Christmas Shop openings
Friday 6th November 5-8pm: The Grand Opening of the Christmas Shops at Ardcarne Garden Centres, Boyle & Roscommon Town, with celebrations continuing all weekend. This eagerly awaited event is a great family occasion every year combining hospitality and entertainment with a sense of community. Enjoy a complementary glass of mulled wine and mince pies while soaking up the magical Christmas atmosphere and help support your local Roscommon/Mayo Hospice.
Free Live Musical Entertainment Friday from 5pm - 7.30pm (Boyle & Roscommon Town) and 2pm – 4.30pm Saturday and Sunday (Boyle). The Ardcarne Garden Café will also be offering a ‘Supper Special’ of Beef Stew or Curry, Dessert and Tea, for only €10 on Friday evening 6th November 5-8pm (Boyle).
photo © sean o'dowd
Free Live Musical Entertainment Friday from 5pm - 7.30pm (Boyle & Roscommon Town) and 2pm – 4.30pm Saturday and Sunday (Boyle). The Ardcarne Garden Café will also be offering a ‘Supper Special’ of Beef Stew or Curry, Dessert and Tea, for only €10 on Friday evening 6th November 5-8pm (Boyle).
photo © sean o'dowd
