Fundraising Launch Day at Boyle Family Resource Centre
This Monday October 5th will be a big day in the history of Boyle Family Resource Centre. At 11am the formal launch of the Centre’s fundraising campaign to complete the redevelopment of the Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre will take place. The Centre is located in the former Rectory building on Military Road, adjacent to the Resource Centre and is currently undergoing a major refurbishment that will make it one of the most modern Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre’s in the West of Ireland.
Boyle Family Resource Centre is going from strength to strength and has helped thousands of people over the years and is a great asset to have in our town. Once work is completed on the new building it will make it even better and provide a modern, welcoming, accessible and more energy-efficient space to support children, adolescents and adults in the community for many years to come.
Following the official launch, a Spin Bike Challenge will get underway and continue throughout the afternoon and into the evening, with local groups, clubs and members of the community invited to get involved.
Everyone is welcome to attend the official launch at 11am on Monday, drop in throughout the day, cheer on those taking part or simply come along and find out more about the campaign and how you can help be part of the next chapter in Boyle Family Resource Centre, Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre.
Thinking outside the box when it comes to social venues
One of the criticism people often have here in Boyle is that we have nowhere to cater for various social gatherings. While on the surface, that fact may seem true, if you put your thinking cap on and look outside the box, we do have various venues, and this was evident during week in a social media post from King House. It read: “At King House, we understand the value of gathering with family and friends to reminisce and share memories for receptions and celebrations of life. Our Main Salon caters for up to 80 guests, offering a variety of options for all tastes. We would love to cater to your needs. If you would like to enquire about booking our Main Salon or to simply gather more information on options available, please call 087 144 4739, email [email protected]”.
There are other venues around town that can cater for social gatherings and with a number of outside caters available, the fact is that you most definitely can have an event in Boyle – you just need to think outside the box.
And the good news continues for Boyle………
Wednesday was yet another exciting day for Boyle when news broke that the Government had chosen the town for one of the seven proposed new early learning and childcare projects under the State-led early learning and childcare capital programme. It is understood a building has been sourced in Boyle for the project and according to Minister Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran: “The projects (announced) are expected to be operational next year, once fit-out works and not-for-profit providers are in place”. The news was welcomed by the voluntary “Early Learning and Care” group who said: “A huge amount of work has gone into getting us to this point. As a voluntary committee, we have worked hard for over three years to raise awareness of the critical need for additional childcare places in Boyle and to highlight the serious impact the shortage has had on local children and families. We are incredibly pleased to see that the need identified and raised by our community is now being recognised through this investment. Access to sufficient, quality childcare is essential for families and plays an important role in supporting parents to work, study and participate fully in community life. We look forward to seeing this initiative progress and to sharing further details as they become available”.
Wednesday’s announcement would not have happened without the tremendous work done by the “Early Learning and Care” group, along with help from Boyle Family Resource Centre, Roscommon County Childcare Committee and numerous politicians from all parties who lobbied hard to have Boyle chosen. The ladies involved in the Early Learning and Care group deserve special mention. They got all the reports compiled, surveys completed, sourced premises – which was not an easy task – and had all information in order which was a requirement for the project to be successful.
Well done to all involved in another great day for our town and thank you again to the Government for putting further investment into our community.
Balance Ability programme in Boyle
Is your little one ready to find their balance on a bike? If so, Roscommon Sports Partnership are running a free
three-week Balance-Ability programme in Boyle that gives children aged 3–6 a chance to build confidence and practise their cycling skills. Parents will also receive resources to help keep the learning going at home.
Balance Bikes are lightweight, pedal-less bikes that promote balance and coordination between the feet and hands. The sessions are delivered by certified Cycling Tutors.
This programme offers an excellent starting point for children to learn cycling and promotes an active lifestyle from an early age. Parents/guardians/carers must remain onsite for the duration of the hour programme to support, provide care and toileting duties.
The programme will be held in St. Joseph’s Hall, Boyle commencing Wednesday October 7th with two time slots available – 4–5 pm or 5–6 pm. You can register now on Eventbrite here with places limited.
Terry Fox Run in Boyle on Sunday
The 2026 Terry Fox Run in aid of Cancer Research will take place in Boyle this Sunday October 4th. This is a 5.4km Run/Walk for all the family. Everyone is welcome, whether you want to take part, have a cup of tea and some refreshments, or a chat – all are welcome. Entry is €10 for adults, kids €5 and family concessions. Registration on Sunday 4th at 2pm St Joseph’s Hall. For any further information contact Damian 086-3942388.
Works to commence on N4/N61 Junction Improvement Scheme
Traffic lights and traffic management will commence on the N4/N61 junction area at Tawnytaskin from Monday for a period of 4 weeks (8am-6pm). A temporary speed restriction of 60kph will also be in place. These works are a part of the N4/N61 Junction Improvement Scheme which is being undertaken to address the current safety concerns in this location and to narrow the exit lane on the N61. This will be achieved by the installation of a channelizing island on the N61,. In addition to this, new signage and road markings will be installed to raise awareness of junction. Roscommon County Council also propose to close the left turning lane on the N4 westbound at this junction and install a one-way cycle lane to allow cyclists merge from the N4 to the N61 and vice versa. The project involves: Site clearance works, Install channelising islands, Provision of a one-way cycle track between the N61 & N4 and ancillary works including the provision of traffic signs, road markings, kerbs, street lighting and high-friction surfacing.
News snippets from around Boyle
Boyle GAA senior men’s team have a big game this Saturday when they take on Padraig Pearses in the Hodson Bay Championship Semi Final at 4.30pm in King & Moffat Dr Hyde Park. A win would see the team progress to a county final against either St. Brigid’s or Strokestown. Boyle last won the senior county title in 1927. If you are travelling to the game, remember that there are diversions between Tulsk and Four-Mile-House, so give yourself extra time for your journey. Earlier on Saturday, Boyle LGFA Minor’s also take part in a semi final, with their game in the Abbey Park at 11.30am. Best of luck to both teams……….Calling craft makers, artisan producers and anyone interested in taking part in the annual Christmas Craft Fair organised by King House – You can register your interest for the King House Christmas Craft Fair by emailing [email protected] or calling 087 144 4739 to request a booking form and terms and conditions……….Roscommon County Council is closing the L1022 Mockmoyne Road at Assylinn Cemetery for Tree Removal Works from Monday October 5th – Thursday October 8th from 8am-6pm……….Congratulations and best wishes to all in Clancy’s Bar in Knockvicar who celebrate their 150th anniversary this weekend………..Tawnytaskin Community Centre are holding a Church Gate Collection on Saturday/Sunday October 3rd/4th……….What a great achievement by Erita’s Nail and Beauty Boutique in Boyle in being named the ‘Nail Salon of the Year’ for the second year in a row at the Irish Hair and Beauty Awards……….Thankfully the Hot Air ballooning was not held this week from a weather perspective! No decision has been made yet on the Championship returning to Boyle but it is understood meetings will take place in the next few weeks to try and get the event back to the town once again in 2027……….A date for your diary: Wednesday next October 7th at 2pm in King House – “Blooming Ulysses” – Gerry Farrell brings James Joyce’s Ulysses to life in a hilarious and energetic one-man show. Admission €5………Join guide Aoife Gately every Friday at 2pm for a captivating one-hour walking tour of Boyle starting from the Boyle Craft Shop (€5 per person). Explore local history amidst the autumn colors, or pre-book a private tour Monday through Thursday (min 3 people)………..Well done to Claire and Tony Regan and family who raised €5018 for the Mayo Roscommon Hospice at their recent Coffee Day. They would like to thank all who dropped in or donated on line in addition to all who baked for the day.
And finally…..!
Five Germans in an Audi Quattro arrive at the Italian border.
The Italian Customs agent stops them and tells them:
“It’s illegal to put 5 people in a Quattro.”
“What do you mean it’s illegal?” asks the German driver.
“Quattro means four” replies the Italian official.
“Qvattro is just the name of the auto”, the Germans retort unbelievingly.
“Look at the papers: this auto is designed to carry 5 persons.”
“You can’t pull that one on me!”, replies the Italian customs agent.
“Quattro means four. You have five people in a your machine and you are therefore breaking the law.”
The German driver replies angrily, “You idiot! Call your supervisor over, I want to speak to someone with more intelligence!”
“Sorry”, responds the Italian official, “He can’t come”.
“He’s busy with a 2 guys in a Fiat Uno”.
