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Home community to honour 'Rossie to Aussie' Fergal

Home community to honour 'Rossie to Aussie' Fergal

Mon, 29 Jun, 2026

Fergal Guihen raised tens of thousands of euro for two local charities
Picture Gallery: Fergal presents €105,000 each to Hospice and North West Stop

Picture Gallery: Fergal presents €105,000 each to Hospice and North West Stop

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

His extraordinary fundraising journey saw him cycle across three continents and 28 countries for nearly two years
Local Notes: Progressive 25, Heritage Society, Land Mobility Service

Local Notes: Progressive 25, Heritage Society, Land Mobility Service

Fri, 24 Apr, 2026

Latest News in Keadue, Arigna, Ballyfarnon, Oran, Knockcroghery, Lecarrow, Rahara, Williamstown, Glenamaddy, Kikerrin, Clonberne
Special homecoming event for Roscommon man after global charity cycle raises €210k

Special homecoming event for Roscommon man after global charity cycle raises €210k

Sun, 19 Apr, 2026

The homecoming event took place on Saturday
Hundreds of people without power across County Roscommon as Storm Dave hits

Hundreds of people without power across County Roscommon as Storm Dave hits

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026

ESB Networks says crews are mobilised in impacted areas
WATCH VIDEO: Roscommon man’s surprise homecoming after two year global cycle

WATCH VIDEO: Roscommon man’s surprise homecoming after two year global cycle

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

Fergal’s epic journey brought him across three continents and 28 countries
Local Notes: Night and Day Festival, Beginner Golf Lessons, Bonus Ball

Local Notes: Night and Day Festival, Beginner Golf Lessons, Bonus Ball

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

Latest News in Boyle, Cootehall, Crossna, Drumboylan, Keadue, Arigna, Ballyfarnon
Local Notes: Clothes Collection, Community Choir, Scór

Local Notes: Clothes Collection, Community Choir, Scór

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Croghan, Drumlion, Cortober, Castleplunkett, Kilmurry, Keadue, Arigna, Ballyfarnon, Williamstown, Knockcroghery, Lecarrow, Rahara
Local Notes: Roscommon Stars, Lourdes, Pilates

Local Notes: Roscommon Stars, Lourdes, Pilates

Fri, 20 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Cloonfad, Kilbride, Keadue, Arigna, Ballyfarnon, Cootehall, Crossna, Drumboylan, Williamstown, Knockcroghery, Lecarrow, Rahara
New appointment for North Roscommon county councillor

New appointment for North Roscommon county councillor

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Centre says she brings a "warmth, professionalism, and a strong commitment to supporting our community."
Local News: Fleadh, Rural Men's Group, Irish Language Classes 

Local News: Fleadh, Rural Men's Group, Irish Language Classes 

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Knockcroghery, Lecarrow, Rahara, Keadue, Arigna, Ballyfarnon, Cootehall, Crossna, Drumboylan, Tulsk
Watch: Large crowds celebrate at Sydney Opera House to mark end of Roscommon man’s global cycle 

Watch: Large crowds celebrate at Sydney Opera House to mark end of Roscommon man’s global cycle 

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

He has raised almost €150,000 to date
Fergal announces completion date for 23,000km ‘Rossie to Aussie’ fundraiser

Fergal announces completion date for 23,000km ‘Rossie to Aussie’ fundraiser

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

The incredible challenge has taken him through 28 countries and three continents over the last two years
County Roscommon brothers representing Ireland at European Meet

County Roscommon brothers representing Ireland at European Meet

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

It is their first time to represent their country together on the international stage
Local Notes: Quiz Night, Couch to 5k, Cuppa Morning

Local Notes: Quiz Night, Couch to 5k, Cuppa Morning

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

Latest News in Boyle, Keadue, Arigna, Ballyfarnon, Cootehall, Crossna, Drumboylan
Local Notes: Wedding bells, comedy evening and GAA presentation 

Local Notes: Wedding bells, comedy evening and GAA presentation 

Thu, 08 Jan, 2026

The latest news from Boyle, Croghan/Drumlion/Cortober, Keadue/Arigna/Ballyfarnon and Cootehall/Crossna/Drumboylan.
Local Notes: Golf Lotto, Night of Drama, Tractor and Truck drive 

Local Notes: Golf Lotto, Night of Drama, Tractor and Truck drive 

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026

Latest News in Castlerea, Castleplunkett, Kilmurry, Ballymoe, Ballintubber, Keadue, Arigna, Ballyfarnon, Frenchpark, Tulsk
Christmas Down Under for Fergal as he faces last leg of Rossie to Aussie trip

Christmas Down Under for Fergal as he faces last leg of Rossie to Aussie trip

Wed, 24 Dec, 2025

The Rossie to Aussie cyclist is nearing the end of his epic 23,000 kms trip
Santa Claus arrives at Arigna Mining Experience

Santa Claus arrives at Arigna Mining Experience

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025

The Arigna Mining Experience has been transformed into a wonderland of festive cheer.
Arigna Mining Museum set to add augmented reality to visitor experience

Arigna Mining Museum set to add augmented reality to visitor experience

Tue, 02 Dec, 2025

Advanced technology is set to enhance visitor engagement
County Roscommon business announces €800,000 investment 

County Roscommon business announces €800,000 investment 

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

The investment ensures the stability of the firm's existing workforce and allows it to plan for growth
County Roscommon swimmer part of Irish team for European Short Course Championships

County Roscommon swimmer part of Irish team for European Short Course Championships

Thu, 23 Oct, 2025

He competed at his maiden World Aquatics Championships during the summer
Roscommon man on final leg of ‘Rossie to Aussie’ fundraiser as he reaches Oz

Roscommon man on final leg of ‘Rossie to Aussie’ fundraiser as he reaches Oz

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

His cycle will finish at the famous Opera House in Sydney
More than 1,000 homes in County Roscommon and surrounding areas still without power since Friday

More than 1,000 homes in County Roscommon and surrounding areas still without power since Friday

Sun, 05 Oct, 2025

There are also several local roads still impassable due to flooding
Roscommon company signs €1.2m deal with supermarket chain

Roscommon company signs €1.2m deal with supermarket chain

Tue, 19 Aug, 2025

The local company currently employs 45 staff
County Roscommon swimmer makes debut at World Aquatics Championships

County Roscommon swimmer makes debut at World Aquatics Championships

Fri, 01 Aug, 2025

He took to the pool in Singapore earlier today
Local Notes: Charity run, soccer camp and village fun day

Local Notes: Charity run, soccer camp and village fun day

Thu, 31 Jul, 2025

News from Boyle and Keadue/Arigna/Ballyfarnon. 
County Roscommon swimmer part of Irish team for this week’s World Aquatics Championships

County Roscommon swimmer part of Irish team for this week’s World Aquatics Championships

Sat, 26 Jul, 2025

The Irish team contains Olympic medalists Daniel Wiffen and Mona McSharry for the championships, which get underway on Sunday
Upcoming MS Ireland Coffee Mornings in County Roscommon

Upcoming MS Ireland Coffee Mornings in County Roscommon

Wed, 16 Jul, 2025

Anyone living with or caring for someone with multiple sclerosis is welcome to come join them for a coffee and chat
Ex-miners recall ‘best days of their lives’ despite facing many risks and rats

Ex-miners recall ‘best days of their lives’ despite facing many risks and rats

Sun, 13 Jul, 2025

It has been 35 years since the men and machines stopped working in the mines,
Stunning miners mural unveiled in Arigna to mark special anniversary

Stunning miners mural unveiled in Arigna to mark special anniversary

Fri, 11 Jul, 2025

The new mural coincides with a special festival celebrating the area's rich mining heritage
Festival to celebrate rich heritage of Arigna mines to get underway

Festival to celebrate rich heritage of Arigna mines to get underway

Wed, 09 Jul, 2025

This four day festival promises to be one for all the family
County Roscommon swimmer makes Irish team for World Aquatics Championships in Singapore

County Roscommon swimmer makes Irish team for World Aquatics Championships in Singapore

Thu, 22 May, 2025

Olympic medalists Daniel Wiffen and Mona McSharry are also part of the 12-strong national team
Appealed lodged over planning approval for County Roscommon battery energy storage facility

Appealed lodged over planning approval for County Roscommon battery energy storage facility

Mon, 30 Dec, 2024

The development on a 1.6 hectares site would include the installation of 56 battery containers
Battery energy storage system gets go ahead in County Roscommon

Battery energy storage system gets go ahead in County Roscommon

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

Permission is also being sought for a similar but unrelated development in another part of the county
Three Roscommon farmers contribute to new book on sustainable farming

Three Roscommon farmers contribute to new book on sustainable farming

Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

There are contributions from more than 50 Irish farmers
‘I have seen things I never thought I’d ever see’ - Arigna man’s incredible journey continues

‘I have seen things I never thought I’d ever see’ - Arigna man’s incredible journey continues

Mon, 28 Oct, 2024

A young Roscomon man cycling from Ireland to Australia has raised thousands for two local charities
Truck goes off the road in County Roscommon

Truck goes off the road in County Roscommon

Mon, 28 Oct, 2024

The incident occurred on a narrow stretch of road.
County Roscommon foodstore and deli announces closure decision

County Roscommon foodstore and deli announces closure decision

Mon, 23 Sep, 2024

“Ever increasing cost of doing business” contributes to closure decision
Fine Gael selects its two General Election candidates to run in Roscommon-Galway 

Fine Gael selects its two General Election candidates to run in Roscommon-Galway 

Fri, 20 Sep, 2024

The two candidates were selected at a party convention in Roscommon Town tonight
Man (20s) dies, woman (50s) and child seriously injured in Roscommon crash

Man (20s) dies, woman (50s) and child seriously injured in Roscommon crash

Wed, 04 Sep, 2024

A male driver (20s) was pronounced deceased at the scene
Gardaí investigate break-in at Roscommon pub

Man dies in two vehicle road traffic collision in County Roscommon

Wed, 04 Sep, 2024

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses
New project to record experiences of Arigna miners

New project to record experiences of Arigna miners

Sat, 17 Aug, 2024

The project is being funded by The Department of Rural & Community Development

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