Shannonside News
National Ambulance Service workers strike locally
The protests, which began at 8am are taking place in Athlone, Carrick-on-Shannon, Roscommon and Longford.
May 12, 2026 13:02
Popular local priest confirms transfer
In a statement shared online, Fr Micheál said he is to be transferred to the parish of Ahascragh and Caltra at the request of Bishop Kevin Doran.
May 11, 2026 17:41
Concern over Carrick's paid parking proposals
Currently, a number of areas within the town provide free parking.
May 11, 2026 17:35
Local calls for increased litter fines
The on-the-spot fines are 150 euro at the moment, but the government intends increasing them to 250.
May 11, 2026 13:19
Public meeting to discuss planned wind farm
It's taking place in Rahara National School at 7 o'clock.
May 11, 2026 13:15
Local TD backs Ambulance staff action
The workers are set to picket outside ambulance stations in Roscommon, Boyle and Loughglynn tomorrow for 24 hours.
May 11, 2026 13:12
Childcare crisis impacting Leitrim
The local authority have been called to identify any building or sites which may be suitable for facility.
May 11, 2026 13:04
Two men jailed for Athlone burglary
The court heard the victim was in recovery and was provided with the accommodation in Westmeath by the Simon Community.
May 8, 2026 18:17Shannonside Newsletter
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