Shannonside News
Farmers urged to stay vigilant following bird flu outbreaks
Farmers are bringing in their flocks to protect them from bird flu, but the new rules don't take effect until Monday.
Nov 8, 2025 09:17
HSE defends missed BreastCheck targets despite record screening numbers
It says it's on track to screen over 170 thousand women this year - the highest number in its history.
Nov 8, 2025 08:18
Garda Water Unit premises officially opened in Athlone
The Water Unit was established in 1964 and currently consists of two operational teams based in Athlone and Santry in Co. Dublin.
Nov 7, 2025 17:44
Garda Commissioner confirms cold case review into death of Liam Farrell has started
Last month Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly asked the Serious Crime Review Team to investigate the case.
Nov 7, 2025 17:40
West Roscommon Resident Welcomes Refusal of Planning Permission for Battery Energy Storage System
Grid System Services wanted to build it at Ballyoughter in Ballaghaderreen, on a six-acre site.
Nov 7, 2025 17:11
Local MEP confident of nitrates derogation extension
The derogation gives farmers permission to exceed standard limits of livestock manure nitrogen per hectare.
Nov 7, 2025 16:23
Uisce Éireann aim to lift 'Do Not Consume Notice' on a local water supply
The notice affects the Dowra Public Water Supply close to the Leitrim border in Co Cavan.
Nov 7, 2025 16:07
Planning refused for west Roscommon battery storage system
Grid System Services Ltd had applied for a 10-year permission to develop the facility at Ballyoughter in Ballaghaderreen.
Nov 7, 2025 13:53
Castlerea solar farm will generate €750,000 a year
This was revealed at a public meeting in the Trinity Arts Centre last night, attended by over 100 people.
Nov 7, 2025 13:42
Local Senator wants larger investment in local parks
It comes following the allocation of over €100 million in funding for the National Parks and Wildlife Service for 2026.
Nov 7, 2025 13:37Shannonside Newsletter
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