Shannonside News
Local TD calls for army to help ESB restoration efforts
Sinn Féin's Martin Kenny has labelled the Government's response to the ongoing crisis as 'disastrous'.
Feb 8, 2025 13:20
Future of historic Roscommon Post Office uncertain as service relocates
The business has been based in a listed building on The Square, which was built in 1911.
Feb 8, 2025 13:00
Longford's Mall almost fully re-opened following storm damage
A number of trees have been down along the track recently however most have now been cleared.
Feb 8, 2025 09:41
Customers won't pay storm repair costs assures ESB
At one stage 768,000 premises were without electricity after the record-breaking winds of Storm Éowyn last month.
Feb 8, 2025 08:26
Popular Leitrim Man to be laid to rest this weekend following farm tragedy
The Drumard man will repose at Glennon's Funeral Home, Longford from 12 noon with prayers at 3 o'clock.
Feb 7, 2025 10:48
Tánaiste confirms Government considering legality of planting trees near powerlines
Simon Harris was questioned on the issue by Roscommon-Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice in the Dáil
Feb 7, 2025 08:52
Speed limits on local roads cut to 60kph as of today
This applies to all local roads in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon, bar one exception in Roscommon.
Feb 7, 2025 08:42
Significant local restoration overnight but 1,500 still without power
According to ESB Ireland, while the majority of properties will be restored by the weekend, a number of customers may have to wait until early next week.
Feb 7, 2025 08:20
Gardaí seek witnesses after substantial criminal damage incidents in Leitrim
Sergeant Enda Browne from Manorhamilton Garda Station appealed to those who may have noticed anything to contact Carrick on Shannon Garda station.
Feb 6, 2025 13:11
ESB describe 'disappointment' as tools stolen from multiple repair vans
Incidents have taken place in Mullingar and Athlone according to the ESB.
Feb 6, 2025 12:05Shannonside Newsletter
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