Thursday 31st October

The Weather

Showers through the morning, becoming drier through the afternoon as showers become more isolated. A brisk south-westerly wind. Max temp 9-12°C (48-54°F).

Feelystone, Boyle

Pantomime - a request

Boyle Clock Theatre Group invite all those interested in taking part in their upcoming pantomime, Cinderella. On and off
stage participants welcome. For more info please contact Noreen 086 6573046 or Gerry 086 223 9345.

TV sports at The Railway Bar - next weekend

• Saturday 2nd November: Newcastle v Chelsea 12.45 : Fulham v Man Utd 3.00 : Arsenal v Liverpool 5.30
• Sunday3rd November: Everton v Tottenham 1.30 : FAI Cup Final Drogheda v Sligo Rovers 3.30
• 1st winter darts singles tournament 4.00pm check in. don't miss it

Carty's Daybreak

Daybreak Special Offers

Pantomime - a request

Boyle Clock Theatre Group invite all those interested in taking part in their upcoming pantomime, Cinderella. On and off stage participants welcome. For more info please contact Noreen 086 6573046 or Gerry 086 223 9345.

Clarke's Bar & Restaurant

Seafood Hotpot with Potato Mash and Vegetables ... Delicious!

TV sports at The Railway Bar - next weekend

• Saturday 2nd November: Newcastle v Chelsea 12.45 : Fulham v Man Utd 3.00 : Arsenal v Liverpool 5.30
• Sunday3rd November: Everton v Tottenham 1.30 : FAI Cup Final Drogheda v Sligo Rovers 3.30
• 1st winter darts singles tournament 4.00pm check in. don't miss it

And today ...

The Dublin Marathon

I do not know how many Boyle people have completed the annual Dublin Marathon, but I do know some: my brother Michael, son-in-law Jonathan Hill, and from the 2013 event, my son John and daughter Triona. Well done all !!

The October Bank Holiday Weekend

Let's gently ease ourselves into the week after the mini holiday. These Bank holiday weekends are looked forward but seem to pass so quickly that we seldom get to do all of the things we planned to do. That being the case, we shouldn't fret but realise that whoever made time, made plenty of it, so let's head onwards and upwards, eh?!

Bernadine Casserly In Concert 25 October 2013 - photo set [here...]

Paddy Fennelly's 30th in Wynne's Bar 25th October 2013. photo set [here...]

Halloween at Lough Key 2013 [here...]

The Railway Bar, Boyle - from an evolving set of photos [here...]

€500 Boyle Money, Boyle Primary Care Centre, Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop

€500 Boyle Money up for grabs

To be in with a chance to win, just shop in Boyle between Thursday 24th October to 2nd November during our Biggest Shopping Spree ever.
With only 12 weeks to Christmas Boyle are starting the festive season early with their Giveaway of €500 Boyle Money to spend in any of the participating shops in Boyle. In addition to the €500 prize, each store will have their own special offers and discounts.
From Fashion to Food, Groceries to Luxuries, Electrical to Gifts, Artisan to traditional, there’s something for everyone in the Boyle Shopping Bonanza starting Thursday 24th October ...Don’t miss it. The Winner of the Bumper Draw will be held  in Daly’s Bar & Lounge at 7pm on Friday 8th November.
Shop local and support Boyle Traders during the Shopping Extravaganza ...the Traders giveaway to guarantee a brighter Christmas, it’s only the beginning, but a great opportunity not to be missed.
Visit us on Facebook Boyletownandmore for further details or visit any of the participating stores.

Deputy Feighan welcomes Boyle Primary Care Centre

Local Government TD, Frank Feighan, has welcomed further progress on the Boyle Primary Care Centre as plans for this significant project have now been lodged with Roscommon County Council. When complete, the 17,000 square foot two-storey Primary Care Centre in Boyle will include GP suites, consulting rooms, physiotherapy and occupational therapy suites and a separate dental wing.
The agreement of a GP to co-locate there initially paved the way for this major development which will ensure that the local community has improved access to a greater range of health services within their community.
Boyle is one of five Primary Care Centres which have been developed in County Roscommon, four of which are already in place in Roscommon, Strokestown, Castlerea and Monksland.
Primary care is central to this Government’s policy to deliver an integrated and cost-effective healthcare system focussing on delivering more care in the community, including preventative care. Up to 95% of people’s day-to-day health and social care needs can be provided in a community setting.
As part of this Government’s primary care strategy, the aim is to develop services in the community to give people direct access ‘under the one roof’ to integrated multi-disciplinary teams of GPs, nurses, health care assistants, home helps, occupational therapists and other health care workers.
The construction of the Boyle project when it goes ahead will also provide a welcome jobs boost for North Roscommon," concluded Deputy Feighan.

Ardcarne Garden Centre Christmas Shop

The Grand Opening of the Christmas Shop at Ardcarne Garden Centres, Boyle & Roscommon Town, this weekend, 2nd and 3rd
November. 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 pie while soaking up the magical Christmas atmosphere and help
support your local Hospice. The Ardcarne Garden Café (Boyle Branch) will be serving a selection of seasonal food, including
homemade soups, breads, hot dish of the day and delicious pastries and cakes. There will be Free Musical Entertainment in the
Ardcarne Garden Café, from 2-4pm both days.

Today's updates

Thursday 23th October - Weather Forecast

Cloudy with grey skies and showers or longer spells of rain during the late afternoon and evening. Gentle south-easterly winds. Near normal temperatures. Max temp 12-15°C (54-59°F).

* Call today for an appointment *

The Railway Bar

Back by popular demand Bank Holiday Sunday the MYSTRO Brendan O'Dowd ... be seated early not to miss him
• View football on TV fixtures
• sat 26th: crystal palace v arsenal 12.45 : l'pool v west brom 3.00 : man utd v stoke 3.00 : southampton v fulham 5.30
• sun 27th: sunderland v newcastle 1.30 : chelsea v man city 4.00 : tottenham v hull 4.00
• tuesday 29th: arsenal v chelsea 7.45 : man utd v norwich 7.45
• wed 30th: newcastle v man city

Anyone for tennis?

St. Patrick Street this morning after resurfacing with a thick coat of Tarmacadam.

... from realboyle.com

Class of 1988 Reunion

A 'Gathering' Event for the Leaving Certificate Class 1988 Scoil Chriost An Ri, Boyle on Saturday 26th October, 2013 from 8pm at Daly's, Bridge Street, Boyle. Join old class mates for a casual catch up and see what has been happening over the past 25 years. If interested please contact either Aileen  087 233 0402 Angela 086 160 8425 or Michelle 086 172 2088

Abbey Haven Care Centre & Nursing Home Celebrates One year in Business

Abbey Haven Care Centre & Nursing Home, Boyle celebrates its First Anniversary this November 2013. Having had a very successful year and achieving full bed occupancy within the first year, Abbey Haven is fast becoming one of the most popular Nursing Homes in the West. [more...]

The Moving Stairs

Reconstruction and works on a new internal layout for the ever-popular Moving Stairs Restaurant and Bar are well advanced. The premises will reopen as a Full Bar, Restaurant and Entertainment venue under new ownership and new management. The venue will be one of the safest, well-appointed businesses in the area, and a welcome addition to attractions in Boyle and its business community.
• View a set of photos taken during reconstructions [here...] Updates will follow as we progress to the reopening.

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Lough Gara Stables & Country Pursuits Halloween Camp

Tue 29th Oct – Fri 1st Nov 11am till 2pm €80 or €25 per day (7 yrs to 15 yrs)
• RIDING LESSON/ AIRSOFT SHOOTING / ARCHERY /FALCONRY/ MOUNTED GAMES / PONY MAKEOVER / ASSAULT COURSE
• CHOICE OF THREE ACTIVITIES MOST ACTIVITIES UNDER SHELTER ALSO PETS BARN AND WARM CLUBROOM
• Bus from Carrick & Boyle can be arranged if numbers are adequate
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Evening Sky over Boyle Tuesday 22nd October 2013

(Click on pic to view a large image)

Congratulations and well done Grainne and staff at Enhance Health & Beauty

Photos taken yesterday

Church Grounds on Carrick Road, Boyle

Add Carrick Road, Boyle

Marians Halloween - one of two window displays

BetterBuy Halloween window

Today's news

Monday 21st October - Weather Forecast

Cloudy with showers or longer spells of rain, heavy at times during the afternoon. A moderate easterly wind, veering south-easterly in the afternoon. Max temp 13-16°C (55-61°F).

Boyle 2:12 Tulsk 2:9 - Sunday 20th October 2013

Pic edited from Boyle GAA Facebook

A thrilling game that might have gone either way, but didn't! Boyle led from the start and held their lead to a half time score of 2:7 to 1:5 then onwards to a glorious victory for our Boyle GAA McGovern Drilling team who are now our County Intermediate Champions 2013. True, Tulsk were always threatening, but Boyle's path to victory was always a possibility perhaps because of Boyle's dominance at centrefield by Cox and Smith. Please log in to the Boyle GAA Blog for an article. Link to the Blog [here...]

 Pic edited from Boyle GAA Facebook

Action Breast Cancer Walk

Though it was not a race finishers were Eilish Casey (1st), Olivia Cryan (2nd) Eileen Egan (3rd)
View a set of photos [here...]

Sunday 20th October: The Charity Walk started at Cooney's Centra, Greatmeadow, through Boyle town, Bridge Street, Main Street, Abbeytown, Maple Drive, Carrick Road finished at Cooney's Centra. It was a pity the nationally organised Cancer Walk clashed with Boyle's successful GAA County Final, but still a good number of people took part, battled against the rain, walked the walk and raised money for this very worthy cause.

Boyle Man Honored in NYC

New York, NY October 20th, 2013: Hilary Beirne who hails from Boyle was honoured last evening  as "Irishman of the Year" by New York City's Transit Authority. 

• Hilary Beirne is the Executive Secretary of N.Y.C. St. Patrick's Day Parade and the founding Chairman of the St. Patrick's Day Foundation in N.Y.C.

• He was recognized for his contributions to the  New York Irish community, and Ireland. Earlier in the year Hilary Beirne was selected "Gael of the Year' by the hurricane Sandy devastated community of the Rockaways in Queens, NY. 

Boyle GAA Sponsors Night

Boyle GAA club members and sponsors get together to acknowledge their many generous Club Sponsors. View a set of photos [here...]

Boyle Basketball

• Boyle Men 56 v Carrick 51: The game was always going to be close and Carrick never gave up but Boyle held on for a very important win.
• Boyle Ladies 50 v Loughlynn 48: Loughlynn took an early lead. However with some good outside shooting and some strong defensive work yielded a win for Boyle.

Better Buy - Better Prices - Better Selection

Maureen Moran (née Dunne) R.I.P.

The death has occurred of Maureen Moran, (peacefully at her home surrounded by her devoted family) Crossna, Knockvicar, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, Reposing at her home until four o’clock on Saturday evening. Removal to St. Patrick’s Church, Crossna, arriving at six o’clock. Mass of Christian Burial on Sunday afternoon at one o’clock with interment afterwards in Kileelan Cemetery.

• Family flowers only please, donations in lieu, if desired, to Palliative Care Team, Roscommon.

The Railway Bar - Weekend TV Football

• sat 19th: newcastle v liverpool 12.45 : man utd v southampton 3.00 : west ham v man city 5.30
• sun 20th: aston villa v tottenham 4.00
• mon 21st : crystal palace v fulham 8.00

Horse and Summer Show AGM

The Boyle Horse and Summer Show AGM will be held on Tuesday 22nd October at 8.30pm in the Patrick's Well meeting room. We would love to hear feedback, comments or suggestions from the community. Please put the date in your diary and come along on Tuesday night.

School Closures

Full day closures of secondary schools are to begin next week, as the effects of industrial action by members of the ASTI kick in.

Boyle Musical Society - "Little Shop of Horrors"

"Little Shop of Horrors" will be the Society's 30th annual production. The show will run for five consecutive nights from Wednesday November 20th until Sunday November 24th in St. Joseph's Hall, Boyle. Tickets will go on sale in early November from the BMS ticket office on Bridge Street.
• Rehearsals are well advanced. I have a small selection of photos from last night's rehearsals in St. Joseph's Hall and will add to this set as we get closer to show dates. [View the selection...]

Plane landing without permission

A US plane with a fixed weapon on board landed at Shannon Airport. Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore said the issue had been taken up at the highest level with the US embassy. An 'administrative error' is being blamed

Photos

I have taken loads and loads of photos of Boyle and the area in general and will post some here for you over the months ahead alongside news and other articles of interest from www.realboyle.com.

Brogans Pharmacy

Today on Realboyle.com

Marching Bands for St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Boyle St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee are seeking Marching Bands to take part in our 2014 Parade scheduled for Monday 17th March. For information please call Alice on 086 367 7728 or Maura on 087 239 4831. The Boyle St. Patrick's Day Parade is a prestigious event in the area and the 2014 parade is being planned to be our 'best ever'.

• I always feel that St. Patrick's Day is a turning point in the year. We have had sunshine and some warmth on the day as traders and clubs showed themselves alive and well for the approaching summer...

Abolition of Town Councils

The Government is expected to publish the Local Government Bill today, according to an Irish Times report. The legislation will make way for the abolition for 80 town councils and a reduction in the number of councillors in the country from 1,650 to 950. Cabinet approval came on Tuesday.

Politicians defend the budget.

Locally Fine Gael’s Frank Feighan and Labour’s John Kelly say while some groups will feel that they’re being hit – overall it was fair. Deputy Feighan says that pensioners will lose the telephone allowance of €9.50, but other entitlements were not targeted.

• On Shannonside FM, pensioners, parents and young people hit out at the Budget cuts to allowances, the dole and the introduction of free GP care for under 5's. 

"Micro Marriages"

A priest in Clare is offering his parishioners low key, recession-style weddings. According to the Irish Examiner, Fr. Conor Cunningham is introducing ‘community weddings’ which take place after Sunday mass and ‘micro weddings’ which include just the couple and their two witnesses.

• According to the Irish Examiner, Marriage rates are falling while the age of those tying the knot continues to rise.

Cosy & Warm with Stewarts Oil

Stewarts Oil will help keep you Cosy & Warm. Order yours today, Call 071 967 0100

Today's News

Weather Forecast

Heavy rain will push north and east through the day. Turning brighter during the afternoon but with heavy showers too. Fresh winds. Max temp 14-17°C (53-57°F).

Budget 2014:

It’s the day after the Budget, and it’s raining!!
• Wine, beer, spirits and cigarettes are all more expensive this morning, as the first of the Budget measures kick in. The National Off-Licence Association is furious about the extra 50c on a bottle of wine, and says it will be taking the issue up with the EU Commission.
• The Government waited for the final Budget to implement some of the unkindest cuts of the entire bailout period.
• Pensioners, savers, working mothers hit
• Boost for business, tourism, job creation
• Family health insurance costs set to rise
• Read more [here...] and [here...]

We thought things were bad here in Ireland ...

Politicians in Washington have been making a last ditch effort to avert a federal debt default, the BBC reports. America needs to raise its $16.7 trillion debt limit by tomorrow or risk defaulting. The Fitch credit agency has warned that the country’s AAA rating could be downgraded.

Chris O'Dowd

Boyle actor Chris O'Dowd will play a leading role in "Seven Deadly Sins: My Pursuit Of Lance Armstrong," the film will tell the story of the journalist's (to be played by O'Dowd) journey to expose the cyclist, while also tracking Armstrong's rise and fall. Read more [here...]

Daly's Drinks

Wednesday 16th October: Did you know Daly's are members of the Lyoness shopping community? All welcome to a Lyoness meeting at 8pm in our lounge.

Business Breakfast - Friday

Friday 18th October: IASE Open Door and EmployAbility, invite you to attend a Business Breakfast Seminar and Open Day in King House, Boyle, Co. Roscommon
• Keynote Speaker: Johnny Beirne "Marketing Your Business Online to Increase Profits"
• Business Breakfast Event: 8.30-11am. Open Day for Clients 11am – 3pm
• Tea, Coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
• Tel: Eithne at 094 962 0328 E: info@rosemp.ie  or Geraldine 086 411 9230 E: geraldine.grady@iase.ie

Boyle in GAA County Final

Boyle GAA Blog: All roads lead to Strokestown on Sunday next when the McGovern Directional Drilling Intermediates take on Tulsk Lord Edwards in the County Intermediate Final at 3pm. This is the Club’s biggest game of the year and the best wishes of the Club go with the players and the management. All involved have left no stone unturned and we hope that there will be massive Boyle support to cheer on the lads to what we hope will be a successful outcome. Read the latest Blog [here...]

Boyle GAA

Friday at 8.30pm: All Club members are invited to attend a get together to acknowledge our many generous Club Sponsors which will be held in the Clubroom.

The Space - Drama for adults

Friday 18th October:  ‘The Space’ Drama for Adults from 11am to 12.15pm in Boyle Library and running for 8 weeks with facilitator Mary Blake. For information contact Veronica on 086 377 6258 or email voconnor@bocros.org

Social Inclusion Week 2013

Saturday 19th October : A Storytelling event will take place in Boyle Library from 11.30am to 12.30pm

Action Breast Cancer Walk

Sunday 20th October: Charity Walk will start at Cooney's Centra, Greatmeadow, through Boyle town, Shop Street, Carrick Road, Maple Drive, Boyle Abbey, Main Street and finish at Cooney's Centra. Registration 2pm (forms on the day or at Cooney's Centra), Walk will start at 3pm, €10 Fundraiser (kids under 12 FREE).

Email your news & event details to sean@realboyle.com

Today's News

Weather today:
Sunny spells and variable amounts of cloud thickening later with some rain moving in. Moderate
south-easterly winds. Feeling a bit cooler. Max temp 12-15°C (54-59°F)

Ryanair to Stanstead
Due to increasing demand and possibly to convenience the new wave of emigrants to return at weekends, Ryanair will provide twice daily, morning and evening flights from Ireland West Airport Knock to and from London's Stanstead airport every Friday and Sunday, December to March.

Politically...
• Frank Feighan TD: "Roscommon Hospital had a 35% increase in procedures during 2012 and it will be twice as busy during 2013. At least 50 lives have been saved with the new hospital arrangements"
• Meanwhile at the recent Fianna Fáil selection convention for the Strokestown, Ballaghaderreen, Boyle area, sitting Cllrs John Cummins and Rachel Doherty with Aiden Sampey from Fairymount were chosen to contest the 2014 local elections.

Snippets from Facebook
• Ardcarne Garden Cafe - New menu coming soon with great special offers & events planned.
• Boyle Camera Club AGM - Andy Rimmer will continue as Chairperson with Marion Noone as Secretary and Brian Munnelly as Treasurer. Desmond O'Dwyer and Jason Mallard remain as Motivation Secretary and Tech Advisor. Mary Lane and Tony Murphy will be joined by Joe Kennedy, Peter Kelly and Matthew Gammon to fill the remaining posts.
• Boyle GAA Club - This week's updates at http://tconboy.blogspot.ie/2013/10/mon.html
• Cesh Corran B&B - May the Lucky horseshoe bring you luck, Love & Happiness
• Daly's Drinks - Did you know we are members of the Lyoness shopping community? All welcome to a Lyoness meeting at 8pm Wednesday 16th October in our lounge.
• Lough Key Forest Park - Join us this Halloween at Lough Key
• Marians Boyle - Fashions - Special occasion dressing - silk shift dress with bolero in rich vanilla/gold lovely outfit for guest or Mother Bride/Groom
• Results Gym, Boyle - Results Gym 6pm-9pm Mon to Fri
• Shannonside FM - On The 11 to 1 Show this week, with thanks to Destination Westport win a holiday break
• Úna Bhán Tourism - Like and Share to win the fantastic Trick or Treat hamper. Like Una Bhan's Facebook page.
• Lough Key Triathlon Club - Don't forget that the AGM is on this Wednesday October 16th, at 8.30pm, upstairs in Murtaghs.

Blue skies over Boyle

Blue skies over Boyle on Monday 14th October 2013

Padraig O'Hara R.I.P.

The death has occurred of Padraig O'HARA

Padraig O’Hara, Bellaghy, Charlestown, brother of Dr. Margaret Loftus, Boyle - peacefully at the University Hospital Galway.  Reposing at his home today (Monday) from 12 Noon until 8pm. Funeral Mass on Tuesday at 1 o'clock in St James Church, Charlestown followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. Donations if desired to Cancer Care West. House private please at all other times.

Carty's Daybreak - Special Offers

Enhance Health & Beauty

Make an appointment today, Call for information and bookings:
• Bridge Street, Boyle Call Boyle: 071 966 3715
• Carrick Business Park, Boyle Road, Carrick-on-Shannon, Call Carrick: 071 962 3254
See a full set of current photos [here...]

Matty Daly R.I.P.

The death has occurred of well know Boyle 'character' Matty Daly following a lengthy illness His death follows that of his brother Francie just a few weeks ago. Both were gentle souls and will be missed by their many friends in Boyle. I knew the brothers well and had great respect for them as I did also for their late brother Willie and his late wife Patricia. Indeed their dad who died many years ago was an old friend who helped me on many occasions through the years he was the official Bill Poster for Boyle town. It seems now that a whole generation has moved on ...
• Funeral Arrangements to follow
• May Matty Rest In Peace

RealBoyle News, Friday 11th October

Boyle Church Of Ireland Supper Social

Friday 11th October: Boyle Church of Ireland Supper Social in The Saddler’s Inn with music by Brendan

Kearney & his Band. Tickets are available from Úna Bhán Traditional Craft Shop, Grounds of King House, Boyle and various other locations. All welcome to this great annualsocial event with exciting raffle prizes.

Boyle Musical Society - see the DVD

Friday 11th October: There will be one chance to see a DVD of the last May's 30th Celebration Concert in the Patrick's Well at 8:30pm. Just a reminder ...Don't miss!

Boyle Celtic - Friday night Football

Boyle Celtic v Partry United tonight (Friday) at 8.15pm. All support very welcome!!

Class Reunion

Friday 11th October: A get together of Scoil Chriost an Ri Class of 1972-1977 will take place in Daly’s Lounge Boyle on Oct 11th at 8:30pm. For information contact Jackie 086 152 2069 or Attracta 086 812 9190

Alcoholics Anonymous in Boyle

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; it is are self-supporting through its own contributions. The primary purpose of AA is to stay sober and help

alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

• AA Meeting Times: Monday: 8.30pm The Parish Resource Centre, Thursday: 12 Noon St Joseph's Hall

Run Walk N Roll

Damian & Pauline Regan wrote: Congratulations to all the 300 participants who took part in Boyle's 5.4km run for Cancer Research on Sunday 6th October. The sun shone brightly as everyone hit off on the Run Walk N'Roll event and returned to St.Joseph's Hall for some well earned refreshment where there was also two Irish Cancer Society volunteers on hand with cancer awareness information. First man home Finley Daly in 20:22 and first female home for second successive year was localwoman, Michelle Lannon, in a time of 21:22.

• To date €4414.44 has been raised for Cancer Research.

Tom McGovern R.I.P.

Boyle native Tom McGovern, (formerly from Drum) died last Sunday October 6th in his 87th year. Tom was buried Wednesday after mass in St Fidelis church at Mount St. Mary cemetery. He is survived by his Wife Son Daughter son in-law daughter in-law and grandchildren. May he rest in peace

EmployAbility

Friday 18th October: IASE Open Door and EmployAbility, invite you to attend a Business Breakfast Seminar and Open Day in King House, Boyle, Co. Roscommon

• Keynote Speaker: Johnny Beirne "Marketing Your Business Online to Increase Profits"

• Business Breakfast Event: 8.30-11am. Open Day for Clients 11am – 3pm

• Tea, Coffee and light refreshments will be provided.

• Tel: Eithne at 094 962 0328 E: info@rosemp.ie  or Geraldine 086 411 9230 E: geraldine.grady@iase.ie

Solitary Tree - Rockingham

Walkers Club

Walkers Club will be back in action on Monday evening next October 14th starting at town clock at 7pm. Everybody is welcome and walks will continue on Wednesday and Friday evenings at 7pm so feel free to dip in and out as your schedule allows.

• Light walks to start with and hi-vis vest are essential.

• Its free and is an enjoyable way to start your fitness journey.

Its that time of the year 2013 ...

 "The falling leaves drift by my window

The falling leaves of red and gold

Since you went away the days grow long

And soon I'll hear old winter's song"
Eva Cassidy [here...]

Clarkes Delicious Lunches: Monday-Saturday from 12.30pm
Clarkes offer Evening meals: Wednesday-Sunday from 5pm
• Clarke's cater for all occasions: Christening, Communion, Confirmation, all Birthday Parties, Funerals and pre or post Wedding Parties.
• Call Clarke's on 071 966 2064 to book your party

The Space

The space is pleased to announce its first Drama workshop for adults beginning on Friday October 18th  in Boyle library and continuing for eight weeks. Places are limited so book now. The talented Mary Blake will be facilitating this course and the Cost is €40 per person for the eight week course...

Boyle Enterprise Centre

Thursday October 10th: Tender Writing Course. Courses from 9.30/ 1.00 and are organised by Role Skillnet. Course tutor, Orla Leyden. For further enquires please call 071 962 2504 or email info@roleskillnet.com

Boyle Enterprise Centre - Training

Thursday October 10th: 10.00am/3.00pm, Boyle Enterprise Centre will host "Tender Writing for Success" on. The courses are organised by Role Skillnet and the Tutor will be Orla Leydon. For further enquires please call 071 962 2504 or email info@roleskillnet.com

Boyle Church Of Ireland Supper Social

Friday 11th October: Boyle Church of Ireland Supper Social in The Saddler’s Inn with music by Brendan Kearney & his Band. Tickets are available from Úna Bhán Traditional Craft Shop, Grounds of King House, Boyle and various other locations. All welcome to this great annual social event with exciting raffle prizes. Email your news & event details to sean@realboyle.com

Carty's Daybreak Special Offers

Special Offers this week at Carty's Daybreak Store, Chapel Street

Brogan's Pharmacy Specials

Walk Run N Roll Winners

Damian Regan (centre) with Michelle Lannon (first lady) and Finlay Daly (winner) at yesterday's
presentation ceremony for the Walk Run N Roll fundraiser in aid of the Irish Cancer Society.
Boyle's annual fundraiser for Cancer Research took place in Boyle yesterday, Sunday 6th October.
Formerly known as The Terry Fox Run and now it's 18th.View a set of photos from yesterday's praiseworthy, special Boyle event organised be Damian Regan [here...] 

Kathleen Finan R.I.P.

The death has occurred of Mrs Kathleen Finan, Jackstown, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny (Sister of Tony Conboy). Reposing at her home from 1pm on Tuesday, with Rosary at 8pm. Removal on Wednesday to Church of the Assumption, Thomastown to arrive at 12 noon for Requiem Mass, with funeral to local cemetery.

Headings from this week's Roscommon Herald

• Feighan vows to contest election for Fine Gael
• Tourists left disappointed over opening times at Boyle Abbey
• Claims of delays in dealing with Boyle's water issues rejected
• Boyle Town Councillors fume over 'generous payments' reports
• Feighan encourages HGV operators to avail of toll-free trial on motorway

Alcoholics Anonymous in Boyle

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; it is are self-supporting through its own contributions. The primary purpose of AA is to stay sober and help alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
• AA Meeting Times: Monday: 8.30pm The Parish Resource Centre, Thursday: 12 Noon St Joseph's Hall

Boyle Musical Society - see the DVD

30th Celebration Concert last May: There will be one chance to see a DVD of it on Friday, October 11th in the Patrick's Well at 8:30pm. Just a reminder. Don't miss this on Friday night.

Congratulations to John O'Dowd

John O'Dowd was Producer for the Drama category award winner for Ocean FM with Mark O'Halloran's play 'Mary Motorhead' at this year's PPI Radio Awards 2013. The PPI Radio Awards 2013 were held on Friday October 4th when Kilkenny's luxurious Lyrath Estate Hotel rolled out the red carpet for the prestigious Black Tie event.

• A host of well-known 'voices' attended the glittering ceremony. 75 judges from Ireland and the UK had the arduous task of selecting the winners from a record number of entries, which totalled 600 from stations all over the country. Friday night's event attracted some 650 representatives from radio north and south. Today FM's Ian Dempsey, Newstalk and RTE's Joe Duffy were winners in other categories. Newstalk, Today FM, RTE Radio One and Ocean FM were among the winning stations at the 'Oscars' of Irish radio.
• Guests at the awards included Ray D'arcy and Jenny Kelly, Mairead Farrell, FM104's Jim Nugent, 98FM's Siobhan O'Connor, former Apprentice star Brian Purcell, and 98FM star Dermot Whelan.
• John O'Dowd is based in Galway, grew up and schooled Boyle, is son of Denise & Realboyle's Sean O'Dowd. His brother is International actor Chris O'Dowd and he has three very talented sisters Doirbhle, Triona and Jennifer.

Green Veterinary Centre

Monday 7th October: Re-opening of the Kennels at The Green Veterinary Centre, Green Street, Boyle, following renovations under new management. Contact 071 966 2621 or 086 353 7285.

Boyle Enterprise Centre

Thursday October 10th: Tender Writing Course. Courses from 9.30/ 1.00 and are organised by Role Skillnet. Course tutor, Orla Leyden. For further enquires please call 071 962 2504 or email info@roleskillnet.com

Church of Ireland Supper Social

Friday 11th October: Boyle Church of Ireland Supper Social in The Saddlers Inn, music by Brendan Kearney and his band.

Class Reunion

Friday 11th October: A get together of Scoil Chriost an Ri Class of 1972-1977 will take place in Daly’s Lounge Boyle on Oct 11th at 8:30pm. For information contact Jackie 086 152 2069 or Attracta 086 812 9190

Boyle Library, call 071 966 2800

Saturday 19th Oct 2013: 11.30am to 12.30pm: Social Inclusion Week : Storytelling with Danielle Allison.

Family Life Centre, Boyle

Yoga sessions on Wednesday mornings at 11am in the Family Life Centre, Boyle
Monday 21st October: Manual Handling Course: Providing participants with the knowledge and skills for safe manual handling. Funding may be available for people who are unemployed, self employed or working in a private company Booking Essential. Time: 9.30am–1.30pm: €40 

Bernadine Casserly in Concert

Friday 25th October, 8pm: Come along to King House, Boyle and enjoy Bernadine Cassidy and Guests in Concert. Tickets on sale now.
• Bernadine (Bernie) is one of the great Boyle Musical Society singers and is now available for bookings to sing at weddings etc.

Boyle's NYC "Irishman of the Year"

Hilary Beirne who hails from Boyle will be honoured on October 19th as "Irishman of the Year" by New York City’s Transit Authority. He is the son the late John P. Beirne, Veterinary Surgeon, from Boyle and Cortober, Carrick-on-Shannon and the late Ethel (nee Regan) Beirne from Coothall, Boyle.  Hilary Beirne is the Executive Secretary of N.Y.C. St. Patrick’s Day Parade and the founding Chairman of the St. Patrick’s Day Foundation in N.Y.C.
• Before emigrating to the United States Hilary worked with Volac Feeds where he introduced the then new innovation in agriculture, wrapping of bailed silage in the West of Ireland.
• This is the second time this year that Mr. Beirne is being recognized for his work on behalf of the New York Irish community, he was selected "Gael of the Year" by the hurricane Sandy devastated community of the Rockaways in March.
• Well done Hilary ... another proud 'son of Boyle'

Halloween at Arigna Mining Experience

Our 'Haunted Mine of Ghoulish Mayhem will take kiddies into the realm of the curious and captivating with Halloween related scares, games and creatures that will delight and excite. Prizes for best fancy dress – Mums, Dads & Kids. Bring the family to enjoy and explore the fun on Saturday 26th October from 12noon to 2pm only. If you would like any further information, please don't hesitate to contact Arigna Mining Experience on 071 964 6466.

MS Ireland Meeting

MS Ireland would like to invite anyone with MS or family to come to our open branch meeting in St. Joseph’s Resource Centre, (Convent), Boyle at 8pm Tuesday 15th October. We will have people from Sásta Fitness Carrick-on-Shannon and Physiotherapist Deirbhle Heffron to explain the benefits. I, Tony Byrne am happy to say that I am back training after 'nothing for 20 years', and it works!  So if you live anywhere near Boyle come and meet us. Contact tbyrne@indigo.ie /086 232 4020. Sásta Fitness will have Free Trial vouchers worth €25