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Roscommon school expresses deep sadness at death of former teacher 

Roscommon school expresses deep sadness at death of former teacher 

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

She will be remembered as a kind, dedicated and gracious colleague
Roscommon school takes part in debating final

Roscommon school takes part in debating final

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

A County Roscommon secondary school will take part in the finals of a prestigious Irish language debating competition this evening.
White Cottage combines timeless charm with modern comfort

White Cottage combines timeless charm with modern comfort

Wed, 18 Mar, 2026

This beautifully renovated home is set on a generous site of around one acre
Local Notes: Musical at Scoil Mhuire, Stations of the Cross, Bereaved

Local Notes: Musical at Scoil Mhuire, Stations of the Cross, Bereaved

Sat, 14 Mar, 2026

Latest News in Strokestown
TII commits to safety works at dangerous crossroads

TII commits to safety works at dangerous crossroads

Fri, 13 Mar, 2026

A Roscommon delegation met TII representatives in Dublin
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
Tributes paid to Roscommon native who passed away in Australia

Tributes paid to Roscommon native who passed away in Australia

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

A memorial Mass for the happy repose of his soul was celebrated last month in Strokestown
Local Notes: Town Team Meeting, Parish Council, Irish Classes

Local Notes: Town Team Meeting, Parish Council, Irish Classes

Sun, 08 Mar, 2026

Latest News in Strokestown
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
From chronic addiction to sobriety: Donal's message of hope to others

From chronic addiction to sobriety: Donal's message of hope to others

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026

The inspiring story of a Roscommon man who overcame a 20-year battle with drugs and alcohol addiction
New name for Brothers of Charity Services

New name for Brothers of Charity Services

Sat, 28 Feb, 2026

This marks a new chapter for one of the largest providers of intellectual disability services.
Tributes paid to chairperson of local sports club who had an infectious, cheerful, warm, and happy demeanour

Tributes paid to chairperson of local sports club who had an infectious, cheerful, warm, and happy demeanour

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

His "can do attitude" had problems solved with an "I'll look after that" mentality.
Roscommon GAA club congrats its chairperson on his marriage

Roscommon GAA club congrats its chairperson on his marriage

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

The couple got married on Friday
Section of new N5 road to open by Easter

Section of new N5 road to open by Easter

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

It is hoped to open the Frenchpark bypass by Easter
‘Look out for someone if they are heading down a slippery slope’

‘Look out for someone if they are heading down a slippery slope’

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026

"Rather than judging them, put an arm around them and ask them what happened to you?"
Local Notes: Irish Classes, Epilepsy Awareness Day, Progressive 25

Local Notes: Irish Classes, Epilepsy Awareness Day, Progressive 25

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Strokestown, Roosky, Kilglass
Local Notes: Stations of the Cross, Irish Classes, Cookery Classes

Local Notes: Stations of the Cross, Irish Classes, Cookery Classes

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Strokestown, Roosky, Kilglass
From chronic addiction to sobriety: Donal’s message of hope to others

From chronic addiction to sobriety: Donal’s message of hope to others

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

Donal is keen to share his powerful story of recovery and wants to deliver a message of hope to others
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: Bridge, Bingo, Irish Classes

Local Notes: Bridge, Bingo, Irish Classes

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Aughrim, Kilmore, Strokestown
Man jailed for spate of thefts at Roscommon stores

Man jailed for spate of thefts at Roscommon stores

Wed, 11 Feb, 2026

The man pleaded guilty to the offences at Castlerea District Court
Scoil Mhuire girls crowned Connacht champions

Scoil Mhuire girls crowned Connacht champions

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

They kept their opponents' second-half revival at bay to run out deserving winners
Council to honour Cloontuskert community group

Council to honour Cloontuskert community group

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

The Pride of Place awards were held in November of last year
Wildlife park comes to rescue of malnourished wildcat found in Roscommon

Wildlife park comes to rescue of malnourished wildcat found in Roscommon

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

The exotic African animal was found in an emaciated state
Historic Roscommon House celebrates St. Brigid’s Day with special light display

Historic Roscommon House celebrates St. Brigid’s Day with special light display

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

February 1st is the feast day of the patron saint
Local Notes: Table Quiz Fundraiser, SCDA Raffle, Progressive 25

Local Notes: Table Quiz Fundraiser, SCDA Raffle, Progressive 25

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Latest News in Strokestown, Roosky, Kilglass
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
Local Notes: Fostering, Table Quiz, Tai Chi Classes

Local Notes: Fostering, Table Quiz, Tai Chi Classes

Sat, 17 Jan, 2026

Latest News in Strokestown, Roosky, Kilglass
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: Wrenboys Competition, Tidy Towns, SPCA Collection

Local Notes: Wrenboys Competition, Tidy Towns, SPCA Collection

Sat, 10 Jan, 2026

Latest News in Elphin, Strokestown
Report on 'major accident blackspot' in County Roscommon slammed

TII won’t ‘face the music’ on accident blackspot

Wed, 07 Jan, 2026

A meeting is being sought with Transport Infrastructure Ireland
Brave Strokestown give way to Glenullin's greater firepower

Brave Strokestown give way to Glenullin's greater firepower

Sat, 03 Jan, 2026

The Roscommon and Connacht champions fell short after giving it everything in Ballyshannon
Strokestown ‘in with a shout’ against Glenullin

Strokestown ‘in with a shout’ against Glenullin

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026

Strokestown Chairperson Damien Donlon outlines how the spirit of the late Martin 'Fozzy' Fallon has inspired the players on their journey to Saturday's All-Ireland semi-final.
Local Notes: Pilates Course, Kilglass Gaels Lotto, Progressive 25

Local Notes: Pilates Course, Kilglass Gaels Lotto, Progressive 25

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026

Latest news in Strokestown, Roosky, Kilglass
Bumper weekend for Roscommon GAA — all you need to know

Bumper weekend for Roscommon GAA — all you need to know

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026

The first weekend in January is a huge one on the local sporting front
Freezing temperatures and risk of snow could impact St. Brigid’s and Strokestown semi-finals

Freezing temperatures and risk of snow could impact St. Brigid’s and Strokestown semi-finals

Mon, 29 Dec, 2025

Supporters are being asked to keep in touch with weather updates and guidance from the GAA and their clubs over the coming days.
GAA releases details for All-Ireland club finals

GAA releases details for All-Ireland club finals

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025

Both St. Brigid's and Strokestown are potentially only 60 minutes away from going to Croke Park
Strokestown sweating over availability of key duo for Glenullin showdown

Strokestown sweating over availability of key duo for Glenullin showdown

Mon, 22 Dec, 2025

Both players have played crucial roles in the team's march to county and provincial glory
Strokestown set for biggest tractor, truck and vintage run to date

Strokestown set for biggest tractor, truck and vintage run to date

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025

The event is supporting Beaumont Hospital after the amazing story of Alan Gibbons 
My 2026 hopes for Roscommon teams

My 2026 hopes for Roscommon teams

Sat, 20 Dec, 2025

In early January, two club teams from the county will be vying for All-Ireland honours
My sporting highs and lows of 2025

My sporting highs and lows of 2025

Fri, 19 Dec, 2025

Roscommon Herald columnist Willie Hegarty reflects on another action-packed sporting year
Referees confirmed for St. Brigid’s and Strokestown ties

Referees confirmed for St. Brigid’s and Strokestown ties

Thu, 18 Dec, 2025

Both County Roscommon clubs are in All-Ireland semi-final action on the first weekend in January
Strokestown confirm details of intermediate team's All-Ireland semi-final

Strokestown confirm details of intermediate team's All-Ireland semi-final

Sun, 14 Dec, 2025

St. Brigid's are scheduled to play Scotstown in their senior semi-final on the same weekend
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 
County teams back doing the hard yards

County teams back doing the hard yards

Fri, 12 Dec, 2025

Do we see any other team sports that operate a completely different set of rules for men and women?
Road traffic collision in County Roscommon this evening

Road traffic collision in County Roscommon this evening

Thu, 11 Dec, 2025

It’s not known at this stage if there were any injuries.
No injuries reported from County Roscommon house fire

No injuries reported from County Roscommon house fire

Thu, 11 Dec, 2025

The fire broke on Wednesday night
Strokestown learn All Ireland semi final opponents

Strokestown learn All Ireland semi final opponents

Sun, 07 Dec, 2025

Pearse McGinley’s side know who they will face after the Ulster intermediate final was played today
Golden period for local club football

Golden period for local club football

Fri, 05 Dec, 2025

The county has claimed a third provincial senior and intermediate club championship double in the past five years, as this success can be traced back to the middle part of the last decade
Man charged with robbing Roscommon bank sent forward for trial

Man charged with robbing Roscommon bank sent forward for trial

Thu, 04 Dec, 2025

He has now been sent forward for trial
Roscommon schools battle it out for Connacht title

Roscommon schools battle it out for Connacht title

Tue, 02 Dec, 2025

A winner emerged this afternoon
Ghost of Kilmeena doesn’t haunt Strokestown

Ghost of Kilmeena doesn’t haunt Strokestown

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Colm Neary and Shane McGinley produced terrific performances, spearheading the Roscommon champions' bid for glory
St. Dominic's prepare for All-Ireland camogie semi-final, St. Michael's launch annual super fuel and holiday draw

St. Dominic's prepare for All-Ireland camogie semi-final, St. Michael's launch annual super fuel and holiday draw

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

A round-up of the news from GAA clubs across County Roscommon
‘This performance was coming’ — Compton

‘This performance was coming’ — Compton

Thu, 27 Nov, 2025

The Strokestown players and manager share their thoughts on a first adult provincial football title for the club
Sensational Strokestown claim Connacht glory

Sensational Strokestown claim Connacht glory

Sun, 23 Nov, 2025

Strokestown claimed their first adult provincial title in style as they plundered four goals past Kilmeena
This Brigid’s team are a serious outfit

This Brigid’s team are a serious outfit

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

The tests against Pearses had Brigid’s primed to explode into Connacht action and, in truth, Ballina weren’t nearly as big of a test for them.
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
Roscommon clubs facing key appointments

Roscommon clubs facing key appointments

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

Pádraig Pearses and Boyle are among the clubs on the lookout for new managers
Late Roscommon maternity nurse who delivered former RTÉ broadcaster is remembered

Late Roscommon maternity nurse who delivered former RTÉ broadcaster is remembered

Thu, 20 Nov, 2025

She spent many happy years working as a nurse at the Rotunda Hospital in Dublin
Strokestown keep Allen Gaels at bay to reach Connacht final

Strokestown keep Allen Gaels at bay to reach Connacht final

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025

Pearse McGinley's side will face Mayo champions, Kilmeena, in Castlebar next Sunday
Strokestown face arduous Allen Gaels test

Strokestown face arduous Allen Gaels test

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

The Roscommon champions will have to be at their best to overcome their Leitrim challengers in the Hyde
Junior camogie finals decided, Nickey Rackard Cup celebrations, Scór na nÓg finals looming

Junior camogie finals decided, Nickey Rackard Cup celebrations, Scór na nÓg finals looming

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

A round-up of all the news from GAA clubs across County Roscommon
Man hospitalised following County Roscommon road collision

Man hospitalised following County Roscommon road collision

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

The collision occurred around 9.15 p.m..
Much-loved fashion designer touched so many lives with her laughter, kindness and love

Much-loved fashion designer touched so many lives with her laughter, kindness and love

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

"Triona lived as though life was a ballroom, and she always led the dance."
Bail refused for man charged with robbing County Roscommon bank

Bail refused for man charged with robbing County Roscommon bank

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

The man appeared at a recent sitting of a local court
Details confirmed for Connacht club semi finals

Details confirmed for Connacht club semi finals

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

It promises to be a hectic weekend with three Roscommon clubs in action
Sadness as County Roscommon fashion designer passes away

Sadness as County Roscommon fashion designer passes away

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

She was widely regarded in the fashion world with her designs being worn by celebrities
Open Day in Elphin, U-20 championships take shape, LGFA All-Stars looming

Open Day in Elphin, U-20 championships take shape, LGFA All-Stars looming

Fri, 07 Nov, 2025

Weekly round-up of news from GAA clubs across County Roscommon
Details of Roscommon club’s Connacht quarter-final fixture confirmed

Details of Roscommon club’s Connacht quarter-final fixture confirmed

Thu, 30 Oct, 2025

The provincial picture is becoming clearer for County Roscommon's representatives
Neary admits that revenge was on Strokestown's mind

Neary admits that revenge was on Strokestown's mind

Thu, 23 Oct, 2025

The 'Town defender revealed that the team's only goal in 2025 was to win the county intermediate football championship following last year's disappointment
Roscommon Gardaí attend scene of road collision

Man hospitalised after alleged assault in the county

Mon, 20 Oct, 2025

The incident happened at around 11 pm yesterday
WATCH: Strokestown captain reflects on county final joy

WATCH: Strokestown captain reflects on county final joy

Sun, 19 Oct, 2025

He spoke of the “huge relief” in helping Strokestown secure senior status for 2026
Clinical Strokestown break Éire Óg hearts once more

Clinical Strokestown break Éire Óg hearts once more

Sun, 19 Oct, 2025

Second-half goals from Keith Murphy and Evan Moran ensure Jamesie Murray Cup is heading to the 'Town
Silverware would be fitting tribute to ‘Fozzy’

Silverware would be fitting tribute to ‘Fozzy’

Sat, 18 Oct, 2025

Strokestown have plenty of personal reasons to win the Jamesie Murray Cup
Greene hoping that Éire Óg blues are a thing of the past

Greene hoping that Éire Óg blues are a thing of the past

Sat, 18 Oct, 2025

Éire Óg intermediate football manager, Brendan Greene, says that his team are doing everything in their power to come up with a recipe for success to end the club’s 32-year famine…
Intermediate football finals never disappoint

Intermediate football finals never disappoint

Fri, 17 Oct, 2025

The second tier of championship football's showpiece is usually laden with excitement and drama
Watch video: 150 objections lodged against Roscommon windfarm plans

Watch video: 150 objections lodged against Roscommon windfarm plans

Fri, 17 Oct, 2025

The deadline for making submissions on the windfarm application was today, Friday, October 19th
Boyle crowned champions, Four Roads take U-14 girls' crown and Termon Shed to be commemorated 

Boyle crowned champions, Four Roads take U-14 girls' crown and Termon Shed to be commemorated 

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Weekly round-up of activity from County Roscommon GAA Clubs
MEP calls for urgent action to protect farmers and property owners over rewetting flooding fears

MEP calls for urgent action to protect farmers and property owners over rewetting flooding fears

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025

Minister of State Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran will also visit flooded farmland along the River Shannon on Saturday
Pádraig Pearses lead the way in Herald Team of the Week

Pádraig Pearses lead the way in Herald Team of the Week

Mon, 06 Oct, 2025

After a huge weekend of club action, 10 clubs are represented in our latest Team of the Week
Brigid’s see off Clann to set up mouthwatering senior football final

Brigid’s see off Clann to set up mouthwatering senior football final

Sun, 05 Oct, 2025

The final pairings have also been confirmed for this year's Intermediate and Junior A football deciders
Elphin ladies' rounders team capture Ulster Provincial Cup, Michael's girls win Daly Cup

Elphin ladies' rounders team capture Ulster Provincial Cup, Michael's girls win Daly Cup

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025

Weekly round-up from GAA clubs across the county
Two-pointers are a ‘game changer’

Two-pointers are a ‘game changer’

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025

Teams raising orange flags have a headstart ahead of this weekend's local football championship semi-finals
An upset is likely, but in which game?

An upset is likely, but in which game?

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025

Which team can pull a rabbit from the hat in the semi-finals of this weekend's local football championships?
€1.5m County Roscommon greenway gets planning go-ahead

€1.5m County Roscommon greenway gets planning go-ahead

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

The council has granted permission for the shared cycle and walkway 
Barry Feely remembered, Masters congratulated, championships continue

Barry Feely remembered, Masters congratulated, championships continue

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

Weekly round-up of activity from GAA clubs across County Roscommon
Senior, Intermediate and Junior A football championship semi-finalists confirmed

Herald Team of the Week throws up most competitive selection yet

Mon, 22 Sep, 2025

After a weekend of Senior, Intermediate and Junior A quarter-final action, alongside relegation games, players from 14 different clubs have made the final cut
Wide variety of events for Sliabh Bán Harvest Festival

Wide variety of events for Sliabh Bán Harvest Festival

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

It will feature a wide range of traditional and vintage demonstrations including threshing and stone-crushing
Fuerty shock Tulsk to qualify for intermediate football championship semi-finals

Fuerty shock Tulsk to qualify for intermediate football championship semi-finals

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

A round-up  of Saturday's action in the Roscommon Intermediate and Junior A Football Football Championship quarter-finals
LGFA championships continue, Lá na gClub in Pearses and Aidan Brogan remembered

LGFA championships continue, Lá na gClub in Pearses and Aidan Brogan remembered

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Weekly round-up from GAA clubs across County Roscommon
Funeral details announced for County Roscommon road accident victim

Geraldine Gannon was a “champion of simple values”, her funeral was told

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

She will forever be remembered for "her values of faith, community and love"
Another ‘Great Escape’ on Western front?

Another ‘Great Escape’ on Western front?

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Away from the spotlight of the knockout stages, the only thing that matters to Western Gaels and St. Dominic's is SFC survival
Time for big guns to unleash their firepower

Time for big guns to unleash their firepower

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

This weekend’s much-anticipated senior and intermediate football championship quarter-finals promise plenty of fireworks.
Roscommon Masters footballers aiming to take final step

Roscommon Masters footballers aiming to take final step

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Anthony Carroll's charges take on Armagh in their All-Ireland decider on home soil this weekend
Funeral details announced for County Roscommon road accident victim

County Roscommon road accident victim to be laid to rest this morning

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Her Funeral Mass takes place this morning

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