Local Notes: Special event to mark International Women's Day, school enrolments and recent deaths
Arthur, Evan, and Finlay at Strokestown parkrun last weekend.
The 209th parkrun was held on Saturday last and it proved to be a very exciting morning in the park. There were 45 participants walking, jogging and running the course with a visiting dog called Gismo. Several parkrun tourists from Pretoria, Manchester, Mullingar, Oranmore, Lough Key, Dublin, and Hillsborough Forest took part. The course record was broken by Evan O’Rourke from Oranmore parkrun in Galway, 16.22. This was a wonderful run from Evan. The first lady was Karen Washington from Lough Key parkrun. A big thanks to the 12 volunteers who ensured that all went smoothly. You can walk jog or run @ parkrun. Dogs welcome but they must be on a short lead. After your 5km you can drop into the cafe and relax over a cuppa and a chat While it is a free 5km timed run or walk, you must register & bring your printed barcode. To register www.parkrun.ie/register parkrun takes place every Saturday in the grounds of Strokestown Park House It starts at 9.30 a.m. but be there for prebriefing at 9.20 a.m..
The SCDA fortnightly draw was held on February 18th. Numbers drawn were 4,11, 17, 24. One Match Three winner - Paul Fahy, Kilglass. Next draw is on Tuesday, March 4th at the SCDA office. Thank you for your continued support.
Mass at Carnaska Church on Sunday, March 2nd is at 10 a.m..
"Live Life" National Youth Retreat will be held at Knock Shrine on May 8th. Students from all over the country will gather to celebrate the life of Donal Walsh and to reflect on his message - "Live Life". If interested in learning more about the day or registering a group e-mail youthministry@knockshrine.ie.
The Elphin and Achonry Diocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Rome will take place from October 22nd to 27th, led by Fr. Tom Hever and Fr. Vincent Sherlock. Price per person is €1,499 on half-board basis at centrally based hotel, €300 single room supplement. For bookings and enquiries e mail info@joewalshtours.ie or telephone Joe Walsh Tours at (01) 2410800.
Kiltrustan National School is now accepting enrolments for September, 2025. Please call (071) 9633253 or e-mail kiltrustannationalscholl@gmail.com for an enrolment form.
Enrolment forms for September 2025 for Clooncagh National School are now available. Telephone (071) 9633253 or e-mail clooncaaghschool@gmail.com for further information.
St. Mary's NS welcomes enrolment inquiries for September, 2025. Enrolment forms are available from the School by e-mail from smstrokestown20@gmail.com or on (086) 8038968 or (071) 9633404, ST. PATRICK'S BNS St. Patrick's Boys' National School is now accepting enrolments for September, 2025. Enrolment forms are available on the website www.stpatricksbns.com, by calling the school at (071) 9633409 or (087) 4676307 or by e mailing stpatricksbns@gmail.com.
Would you be interested in providing home from home short breaks for children and adults who have an intellectual disability? Brothers of Charity Services Ireland Homeshare, Roscommon, are recruiting host carers. Training and support provided. Tax exempt allowance paid. For further information mail Homeshareroscommon@bocsi.ie or telephone Catherine on (090) 6628500 or (087) 2126607.
If you are interested in volunteering in the Brothers of Charity Services in Roscommon please contact Edel Crehan on edel.crehan@bocsi.ie or on (087) 4887314 for more details. Volunteers will be fully supported in their role by the volunteer coordinator.
Line dancing class on Fridays at 11.15 a.m., and on Sundays at 6 p.m., in the Quad Centre, Circular Road, Roscommon Town, also on Tuesdays at 7 p.m., at Kilbride Community Centre, Fourmilehouse. A special welcome to come and enjoy a class with a mixture of fun, dance and exercise. Beginners and improvers are very welcome. Further information from the tutor, Christopher Beirne, at (086) 8474744.
Western Alzheimer's Day Care Service provides person-centred care in a safe welcoming space, with meaningful activities that engage and uplift; with opportunities for social interaction with others in a supportive environment, and professional care tailored to individual needs. Located at the Cuan Mhuire Centre, Fourmilehouse, Roscommon. For further details contact (086) 1425707 or email yvonnecoughlan@westernalzheimers.ie.
The death took place recently at his home in Harrow, Middlesex, UK, of Mr Thomas (Tome) Neary. A native of Cloonfree, Strokestown, he was son of the late Mr Edward Neary and of the late Mrs Kathleen Neary (nee Gilleran). News of his sudden passing was heard of with deep regret among his relatives, former neighbours and friends. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at the Church of St. Teresa of the Child Jesus, Morden, Surrey, and was followed by private cremation. He is survived by his wife, Annabellel son, Adrian; sisters, Mrs Margaret Brennan, Mrs Patricia Smith and Mrs Mary Lyng; brothers, James, Eddie, Joe and Eugene; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins and other relatives to whom deepest sympathy is extended.
The death took place recently at Shannon Lodge Nursing Home, Roosky, of Mr John Colligan, of Dooslatta, Roosky. He was son of the late Mr Stephen Colligan and of the late Mrs Ann Colligan. He was predeceased by his sister, Mrs Ann Keogh, and by his brother, Stephen. He was a well-known member of the farming community and also in the building trade. News of his passing in his 95th year was heard of with deep sadness among his relatives, neighbours and friends, especially Pat Neary. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Anne's Church Slatta, and the interment followed in Kilglass Cemetery. He is survived by his sisters, Mrs Eileen Boland (Ballyleague); sister-in-law, Mrs Ursula Colligan (Scramogue); nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, extended family and other relatives to whom deepest sympathy is extended.
The death took place recently at Roscommon Hospice of Mr Patrick Connolly of Ballyglass, Fourmilehouse. He was son of the late Mr Patrick Connolly and of the late Mrs Mary Connolly (nee Egan), formerly of Ballybeg, Strokestown. He was brother of Mrs Mary Brennan (Cloonfree). He was a prominent member of the farming community. He was also noted for his expertise with machinery of all kinds News of his passing was heard of with deep sorrow among his relatives, neighbours and friends. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at the Church of Sts Eithne and Fidelma, Tulsk, and cremation followed at Lakelands Crematorium, Cavan. He is survived by his sisters, Mary, Anne, Nora, Margaret, Helen and Ethna; brothers, Michael and Hugh; brothers-in-law, Micheal, John, John, Andy and Declan; sisters-in-law, Margaret and Margaret; nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, cousins and other relatives to whom deepest sympathy is extended.
A Kilglass Sick Children's Fund and Mayo Roscommon Hospice charity event is taking place on Saturday, March 8th from 4 – 9 p.m. in Roosky Community Centre. This is a women's (age 16 +) event. Join for an inspiring evening featuring local speakers in celebration of International Women's Day. Raffle and goodie bag on the night. Entry €15. Tickets available from organisers Joanna 087 054 7323 or Lorna 086 086 790 9004. Come together to celebrate, support a great cause, and help make a difference.
Nutrition, Wellbeing and Cookery Class starting Thursday, March 5th and running on Thursdays until April 12th, 10 a.m. – 12 noon at the Roosky Centre, €6 per class. Call 086 8534100 to book a place.
Progressive 25 continues in Kilglass GAA Centre on Tuesdays at 8.30 p.m.. Last week's winners were: 1st, Sean Dixon; 2nd, Pauline Conroy; raffle, Louis Cribben. New players welcome.
This week's Kilglass Gaels Ladies Bonus Ball number was 20. Winners Chris Tighe & Louise Dooner, €50 each.
A bus trip is being planned to Banagher, County Offaly in May, to include a boat trip and lunch. Call 086 8534100 if you are interested in joining as numbers are needed to book the boat.
Sympathy is extended to Tommy Deehan Slattamore on the death of his sister, Mary Kelly Lisdoonvarna, Clare and formerly of Slattamore who passed away recently. May she rest in peace.
