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
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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.
Beauty studio owner reflects on 22 years in business amid COVID challenges
The owner of a beauty studio in Roscommon town has celebrated over two decades in the beauty industry, reflecting on how the business has evolved through econom
Ireland Women's Football Team Faces Czech Republic in World Cup Qualifier
Ireland's women's football team is playing Czech Republic in Prague today in a crucial World Cup qualifier. A win would bring Ireland two victories away from qu
Prague Pubs and Attractions Buzzing with Irish Fans During World Cup Qualifier
Thousands of Irish supporters have descended on Prague ahead of today's World Cup qualifier, transforming the city into a sea of green. The Old Town Square and
Roscommon winner announced at Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards
A filmmaker from Roscommon also won an award at Ireland's Young Filmmaker of the Year Awards (the 'young Oscars') held at Dublin's Mansion House yesterday. The
Roscommon Junior A Football Final: Clanegale vs St. Barry's
Live coverage of the Roscommon Junior A Football Championship final at Dr. Hyde Park in Roscommon between Clanegale and St. Barry's. At the 15-minute mark of th
Local runner represents Ireland at World Mountain Running Championships
A runner from the Shannonside FM coverage area competed for Ireland at the 2023 World Mountain Running Championships in Austria, completing an 85km race with 6,
Irish trail runner dominates CCC race in Chamonix Alps
A local ultra-runner competed in the prestigious CCC (Courmayeur-Champex-Chamonix) race, a 104km mountain race across France, Italy, and Switzerland that is con
Runner competed in CCC ultra-race across France, Switzerland and Italy
A local trail runner has competed in the CCC (Courmayeur Champé Chamonix) race, a renowned 104km ultra-distance trail running event that crosses Courmayeur in I
Easter craft fair comes to Annaghdown with 14 local artisans
The Annaghdown ICA Guild is hosting an Easter craft fair featuring 14 local handcraft makers selling unique, handmade gifts. The event takes place at the Anne D
Annaghdown ICA Guild welcomes new members, celebrates 37-strong community
The Annaghdown ICA Guild, with 37 active members, is actively recruiting new members to join their Monday evening meetings. Beyond hosting events, the guild is
Local zero-alcohol beverage company launches nationally with major retailer deals
A new Irish zero-alcohol gin and tonic alternative company, established in 2024, has launched products in Super Value stores across the west and northwest and i
GAA mourns death of legendary manager John O'Mahony
John O'Mahony, one of Gaelic football's greatest managers, has passed away after a battle with cancer. O'Mahony won eight Connacht titles (more than any other m
Local drinks producer launches zero-alcohol GNT brand
A local business has launched a zero-alcohol GNT (gin and tonic style) drink available in four flavors: Lemon, Bluemond, Blood Orange, and Berry Pink. The produ
78th Virginia Show set for August 21st with expanded biodiversity focus
The Virginia Show, one of Ireland's premier agricultural events, takes place on August 21st in County Cavan. This year marks the 78th edition and features expan
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