Local Notes: Over €6,850 raised on Daffodil Day, Afternoon Tea event, and Meet and Greet Sunday
Ultan Harney and Cian McKeon following the Connacht GAA senior football championship quarter final, in Ruislip, London. Pic: INPHO/Juan Gasparini
Congratulations to Boyle Athletic Club members Aisling Rock, Siobhan Keaney, and Sinead Morahan, who delivered fantastic performances at the inaugural Dublin City Half Marathon. Aisling obliterated her previous best time by five minutes, crossing the finish line in 1:40:30. The race got underway at 8:30 a.m under sunny skies, starting from O’Connell Street and covering a 21.1km route through Dublin’s northside before finishing in the city centre. Aisling’s performance continues her strong form, having set her previous personal best just over a month ago in Drumshanbo.
Meanwhile on April 4th in Roscommon Adrian Gurn led the way, finishing 6th overall and 2nd in his age category (18:55). Shane McCarthy (19:55) and Phillip James (22:13) both took first in their age groups. Claire Flanagan came third in her category, with strong runs from Cian Duffy, Vicky Nolan, and Caroline O’Grady. Great running all around! The race series continues every Friday in April.
Congratulations to Sheila Cunningham and Aisling Conry, who battled warm conditions and tough gradients at the annual Westport Half Marathon on Saturday. It was a great effort from both runners on a challenging course. Aisling Rock kept her momentum going with a great run at Saturday morning’s Lough Key parkrun. She set a new parkrun PB and clocked her second-fastest time over 5k—all on a tough course. Strong running from Aisling as her form continues to build.
Thank you to all who supported this year's Daffodil Day on Friday, March 28th. Organisers in Boyle are delighted to say that thanks to the generosity of the public a total of €6,851.20 was raised for the Irish Cancer Society. Thank you to all the volunteers for their help on the day.
Friends of Assylinn (Assylinn Cemetery) will hold a church gate collection at St Joseph’s Church, Boyle, on April 19th and 20th. Please support.
An afternoon tea event will take place on Easter Monday, April 21st at Tawnytaskin Community Centre from 12 noon until 5.30 p.m.. The cost is €10. All homemade treats, raffle on the day, bric-a-brac stall outside. All welcome. For further information contact Ann on 086 8130005 or Mary on 085 1618420. Happy Easter from all at Tawnytaskin.
The death occurred on April 3rd, peacefully, surrounded by her family and in the tender care of the staff at Roscommon Hospice of Mrs Evelyn O’Donnell (née Shanley) Forest View, Boyle. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Molly and baby grandson, Conor. Evelyn will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her devoted husband, Joe; son, Felim; daughters, Sinéad and Aileen; sons-in-law, Sheng and Olly; daughter-in-law, Brenda; grandchildren, Ríonadh, Darragh, Brendan, Killian, Sam, Clodagh and Leo; and her cherished dog, Arthur; relatives, neighbours, friends and former work colleagues in the Department of Social Protection. Following Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday in St. Joseph’s Church, Boyle, Evelyn was laid to rest in Assylinn Cemetery. Paying tribute Boyle Family resource Centre said that Evelyn, a former chairperson, “worked tirelessly to support the mission of Boyle FRC, leading our Board of Directors with unwavering dedication until her retirement from our Board last year. Over the past decade, her leadership, vision, and commitment played a vital role in every advancement we made. She was not only a guiding force but also a true champion of our work, always putting the needs of the community first. Her legacy will live on in the strength and impact of Boyle FRC. Our thoughts and sympathies are with her family and friends during this difficult time.”
Boyle AC would like invite all members to the annual Meet & Greet on Sunday, April 13th at 3 p.m. in the Moylurg Room, Lough Key Conference Centre. This is a great opportunity for everyone to connect in a relaxed, non-running setting while enjoying refreshments. Speakers and topics: club coach Adrian Gurn will cover coaching plans at Boyle AC for the rest of 2025; Marathon preparation for those tackling the 26.2-mile challenge; strength and conditioning routines for all members Boyle AC Committee will reflect on the 2024 successes, goals for 2025, and upcoming couch 2 5k.
The numbers drawn in Boyle GAA Club’s online lotto draw were 2,6,18,32 – there was no winner of the jackpot. There were three Match 3 winners – Stephen Bohan, Enda Commons, Kevin & Marie Lavin. The Jackpot amount for the next draw is €4,900.
The winner of the Men’s 18 hole stableford played on the last weekend in March was Frank Casserly with 40 points. Owen Garvin came 2nd with 39, Brendan Gaffney won Best Gross and David Wynne came in third place, also on 39 points. Next weekend’s men’s competition will be an 18 hole stableford. Players are reminded that online booking is compulsory and failing to do so may result in disqualification. The big event this week is the return of the men’s Thursday completion after its winter hiatus. This competition will be played for every week (except Open Week) until late September.
The AGM of the Roscommon branch of the Retired Nurses Association will be held in the Abbey Hotel, Roscommon, on Monday, April 14th at 11 a.m.. All members welcome.
Would you like to run, walk or jog in the Western People Women’s Mini marathon in Castlebar on Sunday, May 4th or the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon in Dublin on Sunday, June 1st? If so Roscommon Hospice would love to hear from you. Please help those living with life limiting illness in your community and call 0949388666 or email info@hospice.ie Sponsorship cards available.
Connaught Pioneers will hold an afternoon of prayer in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel Knock on Sunday, April 13th (Palm Sunday) from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.. All welcome .
