Jimmy Fury obituary published in Guardian newspaper, 2020
Boatbuilder Jimmy Fury received an obituary in the Guardian newspaper in September 2020, written by his nephew John Fury. The obituary demonstrated his impact e
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Jimmy Fury, accomplished sailor, took to sailing at age 50
Boatbuilder Jimmy Fury demonstrated his versatility by taking up sailing at the age of 50, becoming an active member of Lachery Yacht Club, one of the oldest ya
Local woman crowned Roscommon Rose 2024
A woman from Kiltoomas has been elected Roscommon Rose 2024 and will represent the county at the Rose of Tralee festival in August. She credits her involvement
New initiative launches to support farmers' mental health and succession planning
A new March initiative called 'Stuck' has been launched to support farmers' health by prioritising farmers and their families, with a specific focus on successi
Succession planning challenges mount as farming demographics shift in Ireland
An interview with succession facilitator Claire O'Keefe highlights growing challenges in farm succession planning as farming communities age and younger generat
Financial Planning and Mental Health Support for Farmers
Agriview programme, sponsored by Taking Stock initiative, explores succession planning, financial management, and mental health support for farmers across the r
Kiltooms woman crowned Roscommon Rose 2024
A woman from Kiltooms has been selected as the Roscommon Rose 2024. She will represent County Roscommon at the Rose of Tralee Festival in August. The winner was
Roscommon Palestine Solidarity Campaign hosts coffee morning
The Roscommon Palestine Solidarity Campaign is hosting a coffee morning at Kilbride Community Centre on February 15th at noon. Lisa Kerr, a human rights monitor
Agricultural chaplaincy initiative introduces prayer support for farming communities
Rachel Cox is introducing an ecumenical agricultural chaplaincy programme that offers morning and evening prayers specifically for people working in agriculture
Developer reflects on risk of entering business in 1997
A local business owner discusses their decision to leave a permanent job in 1997 to start their own venture, describing it as a big risk that ultimately paid of
Local developer on Celtic Tiger boom and 2008 crash impact
A Roscommon business owner provides firsthand account of the economic boom that began around 2000-2001 and the sudden collapse in 2007-2008. They describe the f
Roscommon Town transformed by Celtic Tiger developments still in use
A local developer highlights how major retail and leisure developments in Roscommon Town—including Central Point and a retail park with investments of €14-17 mi
Roscommon entrepreneur launches gin range after COVID sobriety journey
A returned emigrant who gave up alcohol during South African COVID lockdowns has launched Shaker & Co, a range of premium gin and tonic mixes. The company, esta
Roscommon beauty entrepreneur to speak at London Day of Empowerment event
A Roscommon-based beauty business owner will be one of three main speakers at the Day of Empowerment event in London on March 4th, alongside the CEO of internat
Roscommon beauty studio thrives through two decades of challenges
A Roscommon beauty studio owner reflects on 22 years in business, navigating booms, downturns, and the impact of COVID-19. Despite losing 40-50 weddings in the
Ireland Women's Football Team Eyes World Cup Finals Spot in Prague
The Irish women's football team is playing a crucial World Cup qualifier against Czech Republic in Prague today, with kickoff at 7:45 PM. A win would bring them
Prague's Irish Pub Scene Thriving Amid Women's Football Qualifier
Irish supporters traveling to Prague for the women's football qualifier are experiencing a vibrant pub culture, though prices in Irish-themed establishments hav
Prague Welcomes Irish Fans Despite Low Local Interest in Football
While Irish supporters flock to Prague for the women's football qualifier, local Czech residents show little interest in the national team, preferring ice hocke
Prague's Architecture and Attractions Draw Irish Supporters Beyond Match
Irish fans attending the women's football qualifier are using their time in Prague to experience the city's cultural attractions, including Prague Castle and th
Roscommon filmmaker also wins at Young Filmmaker Awards
A filmmaker from Roscommon has also won an award at Ireland's Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards held yesterday at Dublin's Mansion House. The transcript indica
Clanagal leads St. Barry's in Roscommon junior A final
St. Barry's and Clanagal are competing in the Roscommon GAA junior A football championship final at Dr. Hyde Park. At the 15-minute mark of the first half, Clan
St. Francis 800th anniversary celebration at Poor Clare convent
Father Frankie Murray, parish priest of Drumshamble, will discuss the 800th anniversary of St. Francis being celebrated at a local Poor Clare convent. The conve
Developer reflects on risk of leaving secure job in 1997
An unnamed property developer discusses the pivotal decision to leave permanent employment in 1997 to start their own business. Despite warnings from others, th
Celtic Tiger boom transformed Roscommon town economy
A property developer recounts how the economic boom beginning around 2000-2001 dramatically transformed Roscommon town, with unprecedented development, tax ince
2008 financial crash shocked developers; mortgage crisis hit families hard
The developer describes the sudden shock of the 2008 financial crash, which reversed years of unchecked growth. Many people entered receivership and faced serio
Major retail developments legacy of Celtic Tiger boom in Roscommon
The developer highlights lasting positive legacies of the Celtic Tiger era in Roscommon town, including major retail and entertainment venues such as Central Po
Post-crash house refurbishment revived abandoned developments in Roscommon
Following the 2008 crash, some of the housing developments left incomplete or abandoned have since been refurbished, sold, or converted to rental properties. Th
South African returnee launches gin and tonic business in Roscommon
An entrepreneur who spent 13 years in South Africa returned to Ireland in 2022 and launched a premium gin and tonic mix company called Shaker & Co in 2023. Afte
Shaker & Co launches four gin and tonic flavours
The new gin brand Shaker & Co has introduced four ready-to-drink gin and tonic mixes featuring classic, Sicilian lemon, blood orange, and berry flavours. All pr
Roscommon beauty business owner to speak at London Day of Empowerment event
A beauty studio owner from Roscommon town has been selected as one of three main speakers at the international Day of Empowerment event in London on March 4th.
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