Boyle's postmaster says it will be a major boost to the town if Aldi opens a store there.
The German supermarket giant has applied for planning permission for an outlet on Patrick Street.
Roscommon County Council is looking for more information on the application - and Aldi has until the end of January to respond.
Paul Forde will retire as postmaster in the new year - he says Boyle would benefit from the discount store: