Elphin

Seven County Roscommon schools approved for works under €80m scheme

Seven County Roscommon schools approved for works under €80m scheme

Tue, 03 Nov, 2026

Works supported by the scheme include upgrades to windows and doors
Jury expected to be chosen in case of farmer accused of animal cruelty

Jury expected to be chosen in case of farmer accused of animal cruelty

Tue, 03 Nov, 2026

The charges are connected to the welfare of animals on a County Roscommon farm
Local Notes: Recent Retirements, Fitness Classes, Crochet Lessons 

Local Notes: Recent Retirements, Fitness Classes, Crochet Lessons 

Fri, 30 Oct, 2026

The latest from Elphin and Drumlion/Cortober/Croghan. 
Roscommon horse owner enjoys success in Galway

Roscommon horse owner enjoys success in Galway

Wed, 28 Oct, 2026

An Elphin man enjoyed a race win on Monday
Children make presentation to popular County Roscommon school bus driver on his retirement

Children make presentation to popular County Roscommon school bus driver on his retirement

Sat, 24 Oct, 2026

The bus driver brightened many a school morning
Local Notes: Dancehall Evening, Activator Classes, Drama Show 

Local Notes: Dancehall Evening, Activator Classes, Drama Show 

Thu, 22 Oct, 2026

The latest from Elphin.
County Roscommon resident returning to Ireland after being detained in Iraq for five years

County Roscommon resident returning to Ireland after being detained in Iraq for five years

Mon, 12 Oct, 2026

He had been held in Iraq for five years
Emergency services at scene of County Roscommon road collision

Emergency services at scene of County Roscommon road collision

Fri, 09 Oct, 2026

The collision occurred earlier this afternoon
Local Notes: Tower Bar Sessions, Line Dancing Classes, Active Age Fitness Classes

Local Notes: Tower Bar Sessions, Line Dancing Classes, Active Age Fitness Classes

Sat, 03 Oct, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Standard of club grounds around County Roscommon is superb

Standard of club grounds around County Roscommon is superb

Fri, 02 Oct, 2026

The atmosphere for a county senior football semi-final in a ground like Orchard Park, Elphin, this weekend would have been brilliant.
Plans under way for new Foróige club in County Roscommon town

Plans under way for new Foróige club in County Roscommon town

Wed, 30 Sep, 2026

Organisers are currently seeking volunteers from the local community
Roscommon brother and sister celebrate diamond jubilees in County Roscommmon

Roscommon brother and sister celebrate diamond jubilees in County Roscommmon

Tue, 29 Sep, 2026

It was a very special occasion for the priest and nun
Local Notes: New Foróige, Elphin Rounders, Artist Says Thanks

Local Notes: New Foróige, Elphin Rounders, Artist Says Thanks

Sat, 26 Sep, 2026

Latest News in Elphin
Local Notes: Irish Language Classes, Sponsor A Seat, Ging's Bar Reopens

Local Notes: Irish Language Classes, Sponsor A Seat, Ging's Bar Reopens

Sun, 20 Sep, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Roscommon aiming to 'Master' another final with a Royal victory

Roscommon aiming to 'Master' another final with a Royal victory

Thu, 17 Sep, 2026

Can the Rossies stitch together successive national titles?

Local Notes: Sponsor A Seat, Contact Information, CE Scheme

Sat, 12 Sep, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Boyle and Four Roads claim U-14 LGFA titles, underage finals continue

Boyle and Four Roads claim U-14 LGFA titles, underage finals continue

Fri, 11 Sep, 2026

A round-up of the news from GAA clubs across County Roscommon
Senior football championship’s great survivors prove their worth once more

Senior football championship’s great survivors prove their worth once more

Sat, 05 Sep, 2026

The seventh quarter-finalist in this year's Roscommon SFC was also confirmed on Saturday.
Local Notes: Elphin Windmill, Information Event, Fresh Organic Vegetables

Local Notes: Elphin Windmill, Information Event, Fresh Organic Vegetables

Fri, 04 Sep, 2026

Latest News in Elphin
Success for Boyle camógs, championships continue, St. Croan's prepare for Summer Sizzler Draw

Success for Boyle camógs, championships continue, St. Croan's prepare for Summer Sizzler Draw

Fri, 04 Sep, 2026

A round-up of news from GAA clubs across County Roscommon.
Fixture details confirmed for this weekend's senior football championship games

Fixture details confirmed for this weekend's senior football championship games

Wed, 02 Sep, 2026

There are three crucial games down for decision 
WATCH: Cillian hits dramatic winner for Elphin

WATCH: Cillian hits dramatic winner for Elphin

Sun, 30 Aug, 2026

He slotted a two-point free deep into injury time to secure his side's passage into the knock-out stages of the senior championship
Fox catapults Elphin into knockout stages and sends Faithleach's to relegation play-offs

Fox catapults Elphin into knockout stages and sends Faithleach's to relegation play-offs

Sat, 29 Aug, 2026

There was no shortage of drama in the Roscommon Senior and Intermediate Football Championships on Saturday evening.
Local Notes: Show Times in Elphin, Windmill, Fresh Organic Vegetables

Local Notes: Show Times in Elphin, Windmill, Fresh Organic Vegetables

Sat, 29 Aug, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Elphin Agricultural Show keeping a great tradition alive

Elphin Agricultural Show keeping a great tradition alive

Sat, 29 Aug, 2026

The much loved show takes place today
Final dash for knockout places gathers pace

Final dash for knockout places gathers pace

Fri, 28 Aug, 2026

The final round of games in the group stages of the senior and intermediate football championships will separate the wheat from the chaff.
County Roscommon parish priest retires after 52 years of service to the Church

County Roscommon parish priest retires after 52 years of service to the Church

Sun, 23 Aug, 2026

He was ordained on June 23rd, 1974 and celebrated his first Mass the following day in his home parish
Local Notes: Fleadh Success, Agri Show and Tidy Towns

Local Notes: Fleadh Success, Agri Show and Tidy Towns

Sun, 23 Aug, 2026

The latest from Elphin and Croghan/Drumlion/Cortober.
Curran brothers central to crucial championship victory for Castlerea

Curran brothers central to crucial championship victory for Castlerea

Sat, 15 Aug, 2026

There was a huge shock in the intermediate football championship as the second round games continued across County Roscommon on Saturday evening.
Local Notes: Elphin Agricultural Show, Tower Singers' Session, Pilgrimage to Knock

Local Notes: Elphin Agricultural Show, Tower Singers' Session, Pilgrimage to Knock

Fri, 14 Aug, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Local Notes: Day Centre Trip, Tower Bar Sessions, Parish Masses

Local Notes: Day Centre Trip, Tower Bar Sessions, Parish Masses

Fri, 07 Aug, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Local Notes: Introduction to DIY, Agricultural Show, Parish Masses

Local Notes: Introduction to DIY, Agricultural Show, Parish Masses

Sat, 01 Aug, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Clearcut victories for winners on opening evening of local football championship action 

Clearcut victories for winners on opening evening of local football championship action 

Fri, 31 Jul, 2026

There were five games down for decision on Friday evening as the Roscommon Senior and Intermediate Football Championships got underway.
Any shocks brewing on opening weekend?

Any shocks brewing on opening weekend?

Fri, 31 Jul, 2026

Big match verdicts from the opening round of games in this year’s senior and intermediate football championships, which get underway on Friday evening.
Boyle best placed to challenge St. Brigid’s

Boyle best placed to challenge St. Brigid’s

Thu, 30 Jul, 2026

A look ahead to the start of the Hodson Bay Group Roscommon Senior Football Championship this weekend where St. Brigid’s will be the warmest of favourites to retain their crown. 
Local Notes: Paint Project, Mass Schedules and Fleadh Winner

Local Notes: Paint Project, Mass Schedules and Fleadh Winner

Sat, 18 Jul, 2026

The latest news from Elphin and Croghan/Drumlion/Cortober. 
Plans to convert former post office into home

Plans to convert former post office into home

Wed, 15 Jul, 2026

A two-bed house is being planned
Local Notes: Local Link Reminder, GAA Rounders, Parish Masses

Local Notes: Local Link Reminder, GAA Rounders, Parish Masses

Fri, 10 Jul, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Elphin ease to O’Gara Cup crown

Elphin ease to O’Gara Cup crown

Fri, 03 Jul, 2026

Elphin romped to a 20 point win over an understrength and underwhelming St. Faithleach’s
Bus service transfers to new operator

Bus service transfers to new operator

Sun, 28 Jun, 2026

Services transfers from  Sunday, June 28th.
Local Notes: Farm Safety Workshop, Poetry Festival, Summer Camps

Local Notes: Farm Safety Workshop, Poetry Festival, Summer Camps

Fri, 26 Jun, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
School caretaker retires after 25 years

School caretaker retires after 25 years

Sun, 21 Jun, 2026

The highlight of his time in the school was, as he put simply, “the calibre of student"
Local Notes:Windmill Wheelers, Keep Fit Classes, Summer Camp

Local Notes:Windmill Wheelers, Keep Fit Classes, Summer Camp

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober, Aughrim, Kilmore
Latest News: Amenity Grants, Pop Up Gaeltacht, House Calls

Latest News: Amenity Grants, Pop Up Gaeltacht, House Calls

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Local Notes: Windmill Classic, Rounders, Keep Fit Classes

Local Notes: Windmill Classic, Rounders, Keep Fit Classes

Fri, 05 Jun, 2026

Latest News in Elphin
Local Notes: Keep Fit Classes, Windmill Classic, Parks on the Air

Local Notes: Keep Fit Classes, Windmill Classic, Parks on the Air

Sat, 30 May, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
County Roscommon woman appointed to prestigious national role

County Roscommon woman appointed to prestigious national role

Sat, 23 May, 2026

She becomes only the fourth woman in the organisation’s history to hold the position
Local Notes: Radio at the Windmill, Keep Fit Classes, Rosary

Local Notes: Radio at the Windmill, Keep Fit Classes, Rosary

Fri, 22 May, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
County Roscommon farmers receive Aurivo Milk Quality Award

County Roscommon farmers receive Aurivo Milk Quality Award

Sat, 09 May, 2026

Farming 140 acres, the award winners currently milk 50 crossbred cows, with plans to expand their herd in the coming years.
Local Notes:Walking Challenge, SOS Elphin, Mobile Library

Local Notes:Walking Challenge, SOS Elphin, Mobile Library

Fri, 08 May, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Roscommon man all set for 106km walking charity challenge

Roscommon man all set for 106km walking charity challenge

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

He is set to start his challenge at 7.30 a.m. on Saturday morning
Local Notes: Bridge News, Caretaker Retiring, Camino

Local Notes: Bridge News, Caretaker Retiring, Camino

Fri, 24 Apr, 2026

Latest News in Elphin
Call to have pedestrian crossings raised

Call to have pedestrian crossings raised

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026

The call was made at a recent Boyle MD meeting
Draw for 2026 Roscommon Senior Football Championship throws up Group of Death to beat them all

Draw for 2026 Roscommon Senior Football Championship throws up Group of Death to beat them all

Fri, 03 Apr, 2026

Teams competing in the Senior, Intermediate and Junior A Football Championships found out their championship groupings in Thursday evening's draw.
Roscommon clubs dominate Connacht Scór Sinsir finals

Roscommon clubs dominate Connacht Scór Sinsir finals

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

The cream of GAA talent from across the province gathered to try and qualify for the All-Ireland Scór Sinsir finals in April
Judge 'left with no choice' but to revoke bail of farmer facing animal cruelty charges

Judge 'left with no choice' but to revoke bail of farmer facing animal cruelty charges

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

The charges relate to the welfare of animals on a farm at Laragan, Elphin,
Local Notes: Parade Success, Day Centre, Teens Retreat at Knock

Local Notes: Parade Success, Day Centre, Teens Retreat at Knock

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

Latest News in Elphin
Elphin GAA pays tribute to former player who ‘embodied spirit of our club’

Elphin GAA pays tribute to former player who ‘embodied spirit of our club’

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

The late Paul Kelleher had the beautiful gift of lighting up any room with his warm smile, gentle nature, and vibrant personality.
Strong Roscommon interest in final day of Cheltenham Festival

Strong Roscommon interest in final day of Cheltenham Festival

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

There are two horses with Roscommon connections competing today
Local Notes: Footpath Improvements, Sets Ceili, Mobile Library

Local Notes: Footpath Improvements, Sets Ceili, Mobile Library

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

Latest News in Elphin
Moran reveals minor football panel for upcoming campaign

Moran reveals minor football panel for upcoming campaign

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

The Roscommon manager has also named his captain and vice-captain
Pic of the Day: New Meals on Wheels van for local Day Care Centre

Pic of the Day: New Meals on Wheels van for local Day Care Centre

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

The centre has now two vans on the road
Funding announced for four agricultural shows in County Roscommon

Funding announced for four agricultural shows in County Roscommon

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

This funding will support the work of each of the show committees
Local Notes: Well Done Lucia, Sets Ceili, Community Choir

Local Notes: Well Done Lucia, Sets Ceili, Community Choir

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Roscommon man sees his horse claim victory at Leopardstown

Roscommon man sees his horse claim victory at Leopardstown

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026

His horse Vitorio Piel won the Connolly's RED MILLS Irish EBF Auction Novice Hurdle at Leopardstown
Roscommon student scoops major award at World Junk Kouture Final

Roscommon student scoops major award at World Junk Kouture Final

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

Junk Kouture is an international competition which promotes sustainable fashion
Another Roscommon club set to appoint new senior football manager

Another Roscommon club set to appoint new senior football manager

Fri, 20 Feb, 2026

Ten out of the 12 clubs in this year's senior football championship have their managers in place
Local Notes: Tradfest Ceili, Rounders, House Calls

Local Notes: Tradfest Ceili, Rounders, House Calls

Fri, 20 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Aughrim, Kilmore, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Local Notes: Bridge, Bingo, Irish Classes

Local Notes: Bridge, Bingo, Irish Classes

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Aughrim, Kilmore, Strokestown
Young army captain remembered as ‘an officer and gentleman’

Young army captain remembered as ‘an officer and gentleman’

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

Sisters recall a brother who was a role model
Army officer killed in training sought to serve ‘common good’, funeral told

Army officer killed in training sought to serve ‘common good’, funeral told

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

Captain Philip Gilbert Muldowney, 25, died following an incident at Otterburn Training Area in Northumberland.
Local Notes: Tidy Towns, Day Centre, Writers' Group

Local Notes: Tidy Towns, Day Centre, Writers' Group

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Roosky, Kilglass
Roscommon horse owner enjoys Leopardstown win

Roscommon horse owner enjoys Leopardstown win

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

An Elphin man was a proud owner on Monday last as Saint Le Fort claimed victory at Leopardstown 
Elphin Community College pays tribute to 'a special young man' who 'led quietly and kindly'  

Elphin Community College pays tribute to 'a special young man' who 'led quietly and kindly'  

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

'He was deeply involved in sport, an outstanding debater, and a bright, motivated student'
County Roscommon butcher shop wins top national award for its steaks

County Roscommon butcher shop wins top national award for its steaks

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

The  business also won a bronze award for its fillet steak.
Six Roscommon players poised to make league debuts against Kerry 

Six Roscommon players poised to make league debuts against Kerry 

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Just seven of the Roscommon team started last year's championship game between the sides
Local Notes: Bingo, Windmill Wheelers, Mobile Library

Local Notes: Bingo, Windmill Wheelers, Mobile Library

Fri, 23 Jan, 2026

Latest news in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion and Cortober
Planned water outage set to affect thousands of Roscommon homes

Planned water outage set to affect thousands of Roscommon homes

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

The planned water outage is part of the N5 road upgrade
Successful Roscommon manager takes up the reins at Westmeath club

Successful Roscommon manager takes up the reins at Westmeath club

Sat, 17 Jan, 2026

He led his last club to championship glory
Local Notes: Tower Bar Sessions, Windmill Wheelers, Day Centre 

Local Notes: Tower Bar Sessions, Windmill Wheelers, Day Centre 

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Watch: “Mercusor deal not just farmers’ issue but health issue for consumers” says Roscommon farmer

Watch: “Mercusor deal not just farmers’ issue but health issue for consumers” says Roscommon farmer

Sat, 10 Jan, 2026

He said Irish farmers had built up “50 years of the highest quality foods in the world”
Local Notes: Wrenboys Competition, Tidy Towns, SPCA Collection

Local Notes: Wrenboys Competition, Tidy Towns, SPCA Collection

Sat, 10 Jan, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Strokestown
Number of Roscommon clubs makes managerial appointments

Number of Roscommon clubs makes managerial appointments

Fri, 09 Jan, 2026

It may be early January, but clubs are putting their plans in place for the new season
Dowd says that new players have put their hands up for selection

Dowd says that new players have put their hands up for selection

Thu, 08 Jan, 2026

The new Roscommon manager is turning his attention to the visit of Mayo on Sunday next
Local Notes: Wrenboys competition, Day centre, Youth choir celebrates

Local Notes: Wrenboys competition, Day centre, Youth choir celebrates

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober
Nearly €1 million granted for local projects

Nearly €1 million granted for local projects

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025

Early Christmas present as funding announced under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme
Calls for full library service to be restored in Elphin

Calls for full library service to be restored in Elphin

Fri, 19 Dec, 2025

'It's high time that Elphin was given a permanent library'
Several areas of County Roscommon experiencing water problems

Several areas of County Roscommon experiencing water problems

Sat, 13 Dec, 2025

Uisce Éireann says it will take a number of hours to replenish the reservoir levels 
Roscommon builders merchants scoop regional award

Roscommon builders merchants scoop regional award

Wed, 10 Dec, 2025

The business has been in the family for four generations
Local Gardaí seek witnesses after reports of shots fired at two residential properties

Enquiries ongoing into alleged bogus callers

Mon, 08 Dec, 2025

Roscommon Gardaí say that enquiries are ongoing into reports of alleged bogus callers to people's homes in the county.
Local Credit Union branch set to close

Local Credit Union branch set to close

Thu, 04 Dec, 2025

A letter sent to members outlined the reasons for the closure
County Roscommon woman honoured at An Post retirement function

County Roscommon woman honoured at An Post retirement function

Sun, 30 Nov, 2025

The retirement function was held in Carrick-on-Shannon
Local notes; Tower bar sessions, old creamery cafe, faith and fun club 

Local notes; Tower bar sessions, old creamery cafe, faith and fun club 

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Latest news in  Elphin, Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober 
LGFA All-Stars, Dominic's in Connacht camgie final, Scór na nÓg success

LGFA All-Stars, Dominic's in Connacht camgie final, Scór na nÓg success

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

A round-up of news from GAA clubs across County Roscommon
Calls for local property tax freeze for people living in unfinished estates

Council approves €86 million budget for 2026

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025

A local authority budget of €86 million for 2026 has been approved by councillors today, an increase by almost €6. 5 million on this year’s allocation.  Income from the local property tax will account for €12.

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