The latest local launch of Sinn Féin -- a Century of Struggle, the book marking the centenary of Sinn Féin, took place in Monaghan Town last Saturday 8 October. The book's author, Micheál Mac Donncha, signed copies in the Sinn Féin Siopa in Dublin Street where Cavan/Monaghan TD Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin had earlier presented copies to special guests. Free article

Sergo Alexis, comes from the poorest and unluckiest country in the American continent, Haiti. The history of the island is one of 200 years of struggling for freedom. On the way, there has been the terrible dictatorships of the Douvalier family and continuous foreign interference. Free article

Dublin's City West Hotel is to host Sinn Féin's 100th birthday dinner dance on Saturday 5 November. According to Céad Bliain Director Caitríona Ruane: "It promises to be a great night. It is an event that republicans should make an effort to attend. Given that this is a one-off 100th birthday bash, it should not be missed. All republicans are welcome." Free article

In brief international news from the United Nations, Romania and Guantanamo. Free article

A major conference on Demilitarisation will be held in Omagh, County Tyrone next weekend, 21-23 October. The National Demilitarisa-tion Weekend organised by Ógra Shinn Féin focuses on British Army Demilitarisation, seeking to develop a plan of action to deal with outstanding issues. Free article

In brief news on unionist paramilitary attack against school and on meeting between Sinn Féin delagation and Tony Blair in 10 Downing Street Free article

Industrial and workers news from around the country Free article

Sinn Féin National Draw Results for October 2005 Free article