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Former broadcaster Bryan Dobson set to open Boyle Arts Festival tonight
The opening parade kicks off at 7 o'clock from the top of The Crescent, before marking its way down to King House, where Mr Dobson will address the crowd.
Jul 17, 2025 12:55
Public meeting to take place in Athlone regarding housing development
Alanna Homes are set to construct a 576-unit estate in the Lissywollen area.
Jul 17, 2025 12:52
Local MEP says small farmers could lose funding under new Common Agricultural Policy
The European Commission has announced a 20 per cent drop in resources for the sector, as part of the 2 trillion euro budget for 2028 to 2034.
Jul 17, 2025 12:51
New project launched to support local elderly women in residential care
The Community Linkage Project is managed by Age Friendly Ireland and funded by the Women's Health Fund in the Department of Health.
Jul 17, 2025 12:48
Local Sinn Féin TD welcomes clarity on proposed IPAS centre in Roscommon
The Department of Migration says international-protection applicants will not be accommodated in Academy House on Goff Street.
Jul 17, 2025 12:48
Man admits his role in the killing of retired Sligo farmer
In October, he and two other men will be sentenced for their roles in what happened.
Jul 17, 2025 12:44
HSE confirms outbreak of Covid-19 in Sligo University Hospital
The HSE says it's confined to one medical ward, where visiting is now limited.
Jul 17, 2025 11:42
Local politicians hit out at proposals to cut CAP payment for farmers
The Midlands Northwest MEP said it will affect their ability to operate and to make a living.
Jul 16, 2025 17:39
Senator says waiting list numbers at Roscommon hospital are decreasing
163 have been waiting over a year for their first outpatient consultation.
Jul 16, 2025 17:18
People of Longford urged to support Team Hope Shoebox Appeal this year
Team Hope volunteers send thousands of shoeboxes containing gifts to disadvantaged children around the world.
Jul 16, 2025 13:44Shannonside Newsletter
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