Update 22nd December

Fun Run/Walk in aid of children with Autism

The 3rd Annual 5k Fun Run/Walk in aid of children with Autism in Lough Key Forest Park on Tuesday 27^th December at 2pm until 3pm. Rapid Prompting Method Ireland Ltd. is a charity which is supporting Education and Communication to those living with Autism. Registration from 1.30pm  €10 for Adults, €5 for Children, €20 per Family. For more information please contact Majella on 086 812 3594

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers club will be taking  place on Tuesday 28^th December, meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 12.00.  This will be a Flat/Grade C at Lough Meelagh. Your leader for the day will be Tom Browne 087 2379 632. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com.

BOYLE GOLF Club Results

Dec 18^th’s 9 hole stableford was won by David Wynne with 23pts, in second was Dave Purser with 22pts (c/b), while in third was Vincent Egan also with 22pts. 

In upcoming fixtures, the annual Christmas Scramble will be held on Tuesday 27th December.  The draw is at 12.45pm with a shotgun start at 1pm. 

On behalf of Boyle Golf Club, we would like to wish all members and friends of the club a very happy Christmas and best wishes for 2017.

Creightons New Year’s Eve Celebration

New Years Eve, Saturday December 31^st gather your friends around and pop in to Creighton’s to ring in the New Year in style with live music by ‘Ted’. Eddie and Sylvia would like to thank you all for your custom in 2016 and to wish you and yours a happy and , healthy Christmas and New Year.

Local Link Revised Timetable

The revised schedule will give passengers the opportunity to avail of bus transport for an hour twice a day every day to come into town and back morning and afternoon from the Bells Park Lowpark, Mockmoyne Road. The driver will drop you off at Bridge Street, the Post Office, the Crescent or at the Supermarket and collect you an hour later to go home.

The Bus from Boyle to Roscommon leaves Boyle three times daily: 07:35 and 12:00 and 16:00. If you want to visit a relative over Christmas, the Bus Service is there to help you to make that contact along the route between Boyle, Elphin, Strokestown and Roscommon Town. For further information just call Sinead and Brideen at 071 965 0437.

Boyle Christmas Lights

The crew thank sincerely all who so generously supported the Mega Cash Draw - over 50 cards were sold and all proceeds raised go towards lighting up Boyle over the Christmas period. Special thanks to the volunteers who gave up their valuable time to sell the raffle lines. Thanks also to Londis and SuperValu for allowing us sell the lines at their premises.

Congratulations to Boyle Priest

Fr. John Coughlan, who is the curate at St. Joseph’s Parish, Boyle, has been appointed Director of Formation at the Pontifical Irish College, Rome.  Fr. John will remain in Boyle for about six months, before going to Rome to take up his new responsibilities.

Announcing the appointment today, Bishop Kevin Doran said: “Fr. Coughlan’s appointment is our way of saying that the Diocese of Elphin believes in the future of the priesthood. We hope that, in the coming years, we will be able to send seminarians both to the Irish College and to Maynooth”.

NO WINNER OF CHAMBER LOTTO

Boyle Chamber Lotto Results for Monday December 19th. Number drawn: 15, 21, 22, 30. Jackpot winner: None. Match Three winner: R. Cox. Thank you to all who support the draw. Next draw Tuesday January 3rd 2017 at 11.00pm in Daly’s Bar. Jackpot €4880

NEVEN MAGUIRE COMES TO KILRONAN CASTLE

A cookery demonstration with the renowned chef Neven Maguire will take place on Wednesday 1st March 2017 in Kilronan Castle. Tickets priced €20 are now on sale. This is a fundraising event in aid of Ardcarne Community Childcare Services and Cootehall National School.

COURTYARD MARKET

The Market is open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House, Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic produce, then a trip to Boyle Courtyard Market on Saturday should be on your agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters selling their handmade wares, so why not come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For further information please call Una Bhan on 071 9663 033.

BOYLE Garda station

Increased opening hours at Boyle Garda Station are as follows: Monday to Saturday (Inclusive) 9am until 1pm and 7pm until 10pm, Sunday 11am until 1pm. On occasion it may be necessary for the Garda working at the station having to respond to call or incident of an urgent nature. If this arises, they will have to temporarily close the station in order to respond to the incident.  In addition to providing increased opening hours this will provide greater uniformity and consistency for the public. Gardai wish to thank the people of Boyle and the surrounding area for their continued support. Gardai can still be contacted on a 24hr bases on the existing telephone number 071 9664 620.

BOYLE ICA

Interested locals in the ICA (Irish Countrywomen’s Association) are trying to reform a guild in Boyle. If anyone is interested please leave their name me or text Yvonne on 087 903 7326. The ICA is the largest women’s association in Ireland, with more than 10,000 members and over 500 Guilds across the country. “We cook, travel, craft and socialise!

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Boyle

If you need help with bills, with education expenses or simply need to speak to someone outside the family or friends about any difficulties you are facing or wish to make a donation -contact St. Vincent de Paul Society, Boyle telephone or text 087 9292627  Email: svpboyle16@gmail.com  All calls, texts and help provided are CONFIDENTIAL

CV & Office Services

Are you looking for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office services such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of  King House, for further information please contact the office on 071 966 3033.

Update 17th December

  Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 20^th December (Week 51)

Christmas Day Swim

Lough Arrow Christmas Day Swim 2016 will take place on 25^th December at 1pm. Registration at Flynn’s Pier from 12:30pm. Music, hot drinks and prizes on the day. Proceeds in aid of North West Hospice. Sponsorship cards available from Mary Moran 086 873 3485. All welcome.

Boyle GAA Club Fundraiser

Senior Team Fundraiser Over 30s versus the Under 30s in aid of Brothers of Charity will be taking place on Monday 26^th December at 12pm in the Abbey Park Boyle

Fun Run/Walk in aid of children with Autism

The 3rd Annual 5k Fun Run/Walk in aid of children with Autism in Lough Key Forest Park on Tuesday 27^th December at 2pm until 3pm. Rapid Prompting Method Ireland Ltd. is a charity which is supporting Education and Communication to those living with Autism. Registration from 1.30pm  €10 for Adults, €5 for Children, €20 per Family. For more information please contact Majella on 086 812 3594

St. Stephen’s Day Treasure Hunt

The annual St Stephen’s Day Treasure Hunt in aid of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice will take place at 2.30pm in Lough Key Forest & Activity Park. Answers to be handed in afterwards to the quiz masters who are the Conneely’s, at Clarkes’s Bar, St Patrick’s Street, Boyle, where the results will be announced.

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers club will be taking  place on Tuesday 28^th December, meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 12.00.  This will be a Flat/Grade C at Lough Meelagh. Your leader for the day will be Tom Browne 087 2379 632. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com.

BOYLE TEAM

Congratulations to Boyle Town Team on winning the Bank of Ireland Enterprise Town Award for County Roscommon and also named the overall winner of the Bank of Ireland National Enterprising Town Competition.

BOYLE GOLF Club Results

The Christmas bonanza was held on Sunday 11^th December with a large number of members participating. Forty points was the mark required for the gents to feature in the top three. First prize went to Paul Connolly (18) 40pts, on a countback from John McGuinn (9) 40pts & Lionel Lynn (20) 40pts. The gross prize went to Lorcan Egan. In the ladies section, first place went to Sandra McCrann, in second was Regina McLoughlin & in third was Mary O'Hara. The club's monthly draws also took place on Sunday for October-December. The winners were John & Claire Cryan, Seamus & Marie Gallagher & Denis & Mary O'Donnell. The runners up were Liam Mullaney, Denis & Mary O'Donnell (again!), Michael Gilmartin, Padraig O'Connell, Gerry Carty & Jonathan Egan. Thanks to all who entered these draws.

COURTYARD MARKET

The Market is open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House, Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic produce, then a trip to Boyle Courtyard Market on Saturday should be on your agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters selling their handmade wares, so why not come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For further information please call Una Bhan on 071 9663 033.

FOOD APPEAL

The boys at St.Joseph’s B.N.S. are once again supporting the local branch of St. Vincent de Paul. We are collecting non-perishable food for Christmas Hampers. We realise that many people are not as fortunate as us and Christmas is about the spirit of giving and helping those in need. If you would like to donate food, please drop it in at the school during school hours or give it to one of the boys who will leave it in for you.

BOYLE Garda station

Increased opening hours at Boyle Garda Station are as follows: Monday to Saturday (Inclusive) 9am until 1pm and 7pm until 10pm, Sunday 11am until 1pm. On occasion it may be necessary for the Garda working at the station having to respond to call or incident of an urgent nature. If this arises, they will have to temporarily close the station in order to respond to the incident.  In addition to providing increased opening hours this will provide greater uniformity and consistency for the public. Gardai wish to thank the people of Boyle and the surrounding area for their continued support. Gardai can still be contacted on a 24hr bases on the existing telephone number 071 9664 620.

BOYLE ICA

Interested locals in the ICA (Irish Countrywomen’s Association) are trying to reform a guild in Boyle. If anyone is interested please leave their name me or text Yvonne on 087 903 7326. The ICA is the largest women’s association in Ireland, with more than 10,000 members and over 500 Guilds across the country. “We cook, travel, craft and socialise!

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Boyle

If you need help with bills, with education expenses or simply need to speak to someone outside the family or friends about any difficulties you are facing or wish to make a donation -contact St. Vincent de Paul Society, Boyle telephone or text 087 9292627  Email: svpboyle16@gmail.com  All calls, texts and help provided are CONFIDENTIAL

CV & Office Services

Are you looking for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office services such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of  King House, for further information please contact the office on 071 966 3033.

Update 8th December

  Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 13^th December (Week 50)

Flower Arranging

Our very own home grown flower arranger Angela East will be showing us how to make a lovely arrangement at Tawnytaskin Hall on Wednesday 14^th December from 6pm until 8pm this is a night not to be missed. For further information please contact Ann on 086 8130.

Final 1916 Celebration

County Roscommon’s final celebration to mark the 100th year anniversary of the 1916 Rising will be taking place in King House, Boyle on Wednesday 14^th December

Well known writers from Roscommon, Longford and Mayo will be reading from their collection of stories and poems reflecting on 1916. Tickets €5.00 (Part of Proceeds to be donated to Barnardos Children's Charity) Refreshments provided. For more information contact King House on www.kinghouse.ie

DEAR SANTa

Have you got a little someone who would like to receive a personal letter from the man in red himself this December?  Una Bhan Craft Shop has established a direct line to Santa Claus and has arranged for him to reply to children's letters. Your child can write their letter to Santa and post it in the ‘Special Santa Box’ in the Una Bhan Craft Shop, €5 per child (to cover admin charges - no stamp required!), then leave the rest to us.  Make sure your child includes their full name, address, age and special requests for Christmas and include a mention of any brothers, sisters or special friends so the reply can be really personal. We will make sure that Santa gets to read each letter and write a personal letter back, which will be posted directly to the child. Santa’s Letter Service will run up until Friday 17^th December.

Boyle Lights Crew

Great momentum in Boyle and congratulation to the Boyle Town Team on being awarded Ireland’s Most Enterprising Town. The Boyle lights crew are selling lines on Saturday 17th at various locations in Boyle. We appeal to you or any of your employees to spare one hour to man a table and help raise funds to ensure our lights are the brightest over the Christmas Season, and we take pride in being awarded Boyle’s most Enterprising town. Please call Stephen asap on 086 8360666 or Siobhan 087 6817678.

Canicross Championships in Boyle

The second race of the Canicross Ireland National and Provincial Championships 2016/2017 will take place this year in Lough Key Forest Park on Sunday the 18th December. Canicross is the sport of running off-road with your dog. The human participant wears a waist belt which attaches via a 2-metre bungee line to a padded dog harness. As the Lough Key event is taking place the week before Christmas, the organisers have decided it will be a Santa Run. Spot prizes will be given for best dressed!

Remember, you have to dress up for the event, preferably as Santa as it is a Santa Run!

Dogs can be dressed up so long as they’re comfortable with what they’re wearing and they will not be allowed to wear their outfit when competing!

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers club will be taking  place on Tuesday 28^th  meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 12.00.  This will be a Flat/Grade C at Lough Meelagh. Your leader for the day will be Tom Browne 087 2379 632. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com.

BOYLE GOLF Club Results

The final turkey voucher of the year took place on Sunday 4^th December with the standard of scoring remaining high. In first place was Club Captain Gerry O’Hara (20) with 24pts, in second was Liam Whyte (13) 23pts, while Paul Connolly (18) took third on a countback  with 22pts. Last week’s Winter Open competition was won by Liam Mullaney (15) with 22pts.

COURTYARD MARKET

The Market is open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House, Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic produce, then a trip to Boyle Courtyard Market on Saturday should be on your agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters selling their handmade wares, personalized candles and knitwear. So why not come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For further information please call Una Bhan on 071 9663 033.

FOOD APPEAL

The boys at St.Joseph’s B.N.S. are once again supporting the local branch of St. Vincent de Paul. We are collecting non-perishable food for Christmas Hampers. We realise that many people are not as fortunate as us and Christmas is about the spirit of giving and helping those in need. If you would like to donate food, please drop it in at the school during school hours or give it to one of the boys who will leave it in for you.

BOYLE Garda station

Increased opening hours at Boyle Garda Station are as follows: Monday to Saturday (Inclusive) 9am until 1pm and 7pm until 10pm, Sunday 11am until 1pm. On occasion it may be necessary for the Garda working at the station having to respond to call or incident of an urgent nature. If this arises, they will have to temporarily close the station in order to respond to the incident.  In addition to providing increased opening hours this will provide greater uniformity and consistency for the public. Gardai wish to thank the people of Boyle and the surrounding area for their continued support. Gardai can still be contacted on a 24hr bases on the existing telephone number 071 9664 620.

BOYLE ICA

Interested locals in the ICA (Irish Countrywomen’s Association) are trying to reform a guild in Boyle. If anyone is interested please leave their name me or text Yvonne on 087 903 7326. The ICA is the largest women’s association in Ireland, with more than 10,000 members and over 500 Guilds across the country. “We cook, travel, craft and socialise!

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Boyle

If you need help with bills, with education expenses or simply need to speak to someone outside the family or friends about any difficulties you are facing or wish to make a donation -contact St. Vincent de Paul Society, Boyle telephone or text 087 9292627  Email: svpboyle16@gmail.com  All calls, texts and help provided are CONFIDENTIAL

CV & Office Services

Are you looking for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office services such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of  King House, for further information please contact the office on 071 966 3033.

Update 2nd December

  Boyle Community Notes Week beginning 6^th December (Week 49)

OPEN DAY

Roscommon Safe Links are acknowledging the International 16 Days of Action opposing violence against woman by holding an Open Day at their premises in Elphin St, Boyle on Thursday 8^th December from 11am until 4pm. everyone is welcome to call for a cup of tea and a chat and discover the work that is done for the community. Roscommon Safe Link are hosting a Fundraising Monster Bingo on Sunday 11^th December at 3pm in St Josephs Hall, Boyle. Your support would be appreciated. Roscommon Safe Link continue to provide support to anyone in abusive relationship and you can contact us on 071 9664 200.

SALE OF WORKS

A Sale of Works will take place in the Church Hall, Boyle on Friday 9^th December at 7.30pm. All welcome.

Church gate collection

The Annual Church gate collection for the Society of St Vincent de Paul will take place at all Masses on Saturday/Sunday 10^th 11^th  December. Your generosity is greatly appreciated

Christmas Floristry Workshop

Join florist Clare Naughton and create your own fabulous Christmas table arrangement, wreath or swag at Ardcarne Garden Centr on Saturday 10^th December at 11am until 1pm. All basic materials supplied. Includes Tea, Coffee and Scones. Booking Essential. Please call 09066 27700 to book.

Curlew Walkers Club

The next meeting of the Curlew Walkers club will be taking  place on Sunday 11^th December meeting on the Crescent, Boyle at 10.30 am.  This will be a Flat/Grade C at Lough Talt – Mass Hill. Your leader for the day will be Philip James 086 3353 000. Please confirm times with leader or website prior to each walk www.walkingboyle.com.

Flower Arranging

Our very own home grown flower arranger Angela East will be showing us how to make a lovely arrangement at Tawnytaskin Hall on Wednesday 14^th December from 6pm until 8pm this is a night not to be missed. For further information please contact Ann on 086 8130.

DEAR SANTa

Have you got a little someone who would like to receive a personal letter from the man in red himself this December?  Una Bhan Craft Shop has established a direct line to Santa Claus and has arranged for him to reply to children's letters. Your child can write their letter to Santa and post it in the ‘Special Santa Box’ in the Una Bhan Craft Shop, €5 per child (to cover admin charges - no stamp required!), then leave the rest to us.  Make sure your child includes their full name, address, age and special requests for Christmas and include a mention of any brothers, sisters or special friends so the reply can be really personal. We will make sure that Santa gets to read each letter and write a personal letter back, which will be posted directly to the child. Santa’s Letter Service will up until Friday 17^th December.

BOYLE GOLF Club Results

Sunday 27^th November saw the  9 Hole Turkey Voucher won by Lorcan Egan (9) courtesy of a level par nine for 23pts, in second was Sean Heslin (9) with 22pts (c/b), and in third was Pat Conroy (18) also on 22pts. The presentation of these vouchers along with other outstanding prizes will take place on the evening of December 11th – which is the date for this year’s Christmas Bonanza. A WhatsApp Group for the men’s club has been

set up recently to aid with the arranging of playing partners. It is hoped members will engage with this platform to arrange their games. Contact Gary Carty if you have not received the link to access it.

COURTYARD MARKET

The Market is open from 10am to 2pm each and every Saturday in the grounds of King House, Boyle. If you would like to enjoy the best locally grown fresh and organic produce, then a trip to Boyle Courtyard Market on Saturday should be on your agenda. There is a wide range of seasonal produce, including organic fruit and vegetables, homemade jams and marmalade, organic free range eggs, fruit juices, gluten free/ sour dough/ spelt bread and all kinds of delicious home bakes are available every week. Alongside the food stalls are a number of crafters selling their handmade wares, personalized candles and knitwear. So why not come along and have a chat with the stall holders and avail of their ideas. For further information please call Una Bhan on 071 9663 033.

BOYLE ICA

Interested locals in the ICA (Irish Countrywomen’s Association) are trying to reform a guild in Boyle. If anyone is interested please leave their name me or text Yvonne on 087 903 7326. The ICA is the largest women’s association in Ireland, with more than 10,000 members and over 500 Guilds across the country. “We cook, travel, craft and socialise!

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Boyle

If you need help with bills, with education expenses or simply need to speak to someone outside the family or friends about any difficulties you are facing or wish to make a donation -contact St. Vincent de Paul Society, Boyle telephone or text 087 9292627  Email: svpboyle16@gmail.com  All calls, texts and help provided are CONFIDENTIAL

CV & Office Services

Are you looking for a new job? Are you having difficulty putting together your CV? Would you like some help? Then why not call into the Úna Bhán office in the grounds of King House, Boyle, where we will be delighted to give you any help, advice or information we can. A good CV could make all the difference in getting your job application through to the interview stage. We have a template and sheet of helpful tips to guide you through the process. We will also type your CV if you cannot do this yourself. Or you may just want to call in for a chat about your CV. All information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. For more details, contact Úna Bhán Tourism on 071 9663033. We also offer office services such as Photo Copying, Scanning, Laminating, Typing, Faxing, Binding and Printing are carried out at the Una Bhan office in the grounds of  King House, for further information please contact the office on 071 966 3033.