http://www.roscommonpeople.ieThe Last News - Newsnews@roscommonpeople.ieen-ieRoscommon PeopleCopyright 2007 Roscommon Peoplenews@roscommonpeople.iehttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/siteready/logorss.gifhttp://www.roscommonpeople.ieFri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15190Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15190http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15190There was widespread shock in Roscommon town and surrounding areas this week with news of the closure of the Roscommon Champion newspaper with immediate effect. While the office is now closed, the title of the paper is for sale and if a buyer can be found, the paper may reopen. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15191Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15191http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15191One man was killed and three people injured in a traffic accident in north Roscommon yesterday evening (Wednesday). http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15192Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15192http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=1519237 workers, who are members of SIPTU, are continuing their unofficial strike action at the Lough Ree Power station in Lanesboro. The action began over two weeks ago and the workers have not made public what their grievances with their employers, Bord na Móna are. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15194Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15194http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15194Lose weight, tone up and feel great with Valerie’s exercise classes. The classes are a combination of circuit, fat burning, body toning and fitness improving exercises, concentrating on stubborn areas including the tummy, bum, hips and thighs. Suitable for all levels of fitness as the class can be taken at ones own pace. Ideal for beginners and improvers. Classes commence week beginning September 13th and all classes start at 8.30 pm. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15195Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15195http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15195It’s Rendezvous Weekend at Athlone Renault, Roscommon Road, Athlone and with the great scrappage deals available at Sean White’s, there’s plenty to celebrate. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15196Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15196http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15196County Roscommon VEC Adult Education Board has a commitment to life-long learning and provides a wide range of part-time educational opportunities for adults across the county.http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15197Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15197http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15197Dance Fusion classes are starting a new term in BG Dance Studios, Racecourse Road, Roscommon on Thursday, 9th of September. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15198Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15198http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15198Roscommon Hospital Action Committee will hold its annual church gate collection in the Roscommon area this weekend on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th of September. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15199Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15199http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15199A car boot sale held at Devine’s Fireside Lounge, Clashaganny on August 1st in aid of Mayo-Roscommon Hospice, raised a total of €1,684.35. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15200Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15200http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15200Time for Lenihan to sort out Anglo debacle Brian Lenihan has been correctly praised by many people for his hard work and vision in the past twelve months. That he has been able to carry out his duties while being treated for cancer is nothing short of miraculous, but before we put the halo on him, the continuing dire situation with Anglo Irish Bank is the anchor that will drag this country into the mire for many, many decades to come.http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15201Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15201http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15201St. Grellan’s Estate in Ballinasloe will be holding a ‘Family Fun’ day outing on Saturday 4th September next and the entertainment will be from 12 pm to 6 pm. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15202Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15202http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15202Anne Marie Connaughton is a fully qualified and insured foot health practitioner. Services offered include: Nails trimmed; thick nails reduced; ingrown nail; corn removal; callus reduction; verruca treatment, fungal infections, foot health check and diabetes advice. She offers a range of services in Roscommon from Monday to Friday, telephone (086) 0666605. Strictly by appointment only. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15203Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15203http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15203This summer the Quad Youth centre ran a two-week programme for older teenagers in Roscommon. The two weeks involved a self-defence class, a trip to the cinema, paint balling, DVD and pizza nights, shopping trips and an overnight trip to Petersburg Education centre. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15204Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15204http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15204Volunteers needed Have you a free 1.5 hours on Friday night starting September 2010? Would you like to help out at your local Youth Club (for 13—18 years) with other volunteers and staff? Have you an interest in pool or snooker, film or movie making? If so why not become a volunteer in the QUAD Youth Centre. If interested or would like further information, please contact Rachel on (086) 781 4777 or pop into the Centre on Circular Road, Roscommon.http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15205Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15205http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15205Fine Gael Dáil Deputy for Roscommon/South Leitrim has accused Enterprise Minister Batt O’Keeffe of being redundant as many unemployed people face an eight-month wait for redundancy payments. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15206Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15206http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15206Cllr Tom Crosby has been informed by Roscommon County Council that essential drainage works will commence on the Ballytoohey Road in Tarmonbarry Village starting from Ballytoohey hill down to the Village. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15207Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15207http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15207Carrick-on-Shannon free-range eggs have recently installed a new egg press vending machine at their premises on the Croghan Road, Carrick-on-Shannon. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15208Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15208http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15208The circular sent by the department of the environment to all councils in relation to motor taxation should be ignored, according to Mayor of Roscommon, Cllr. Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan. http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15209Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15209http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15209The Annual General Meeting of Oran Lotto Committee was held on Wednesday 25th August 2010.http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15210Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15210http://www.roscommonpeople.ie/itemdetail.asp?itemID=15210Sunday, September 5th is the date for the 2010 Lough Rynn Festival and Rooskey on the Shannon is the venue.