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Calls for new public car park to be developed in Longford Town
Fianna Fáil Cllr Kevin Hussey is bringing forward a motion to next weeks Longford Municipal District meeting.
Mar 26, 2026 13:30
Over 7,500 incidents of crime reported across the region last year
CSO figures, released today, show recorded incidents fell for most offences in 2025.
Mar 26, 2026 13:26
Former Boyle Mayor backs plans for new hostel in the town
Proposals for the redevelopment have been lodged with Roscommon County Council by Aaron Sharkey.
Mar 26, 2026 13:24
Sinn Féin TD says Garda model is 'broken' in Roscommon-Longford
Longford-Westmeath TD Sorca Clarke was speaking in the Dáil yesterday during a debate about An Garda Síochana.
Mar 26, 2026 13:15
Transport Minister officially opens section of new N5 bypass
It's part of the wider 34-kilometre project which will also bypass Ballinagare, Tulsk and Strokestown.
Mar 26, 2026 13:04
Gardaí warn locals of suspicious vehicle in Carrick-on-Shannon area
They are reporting a brown 2026 landcruiser driven by a man selling knives and tools.
Mar 26, 2026 11:53
House prices across region still among lowest in the country
The latest Daft.ie report shows market prices in counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen an increase.
Mar 26, 2026 10:55
Section of new N5 bypass to open later today
Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien will cut the ribbon on the 7-kilometre stretch from Ballinagare to Tibohine.
Mar 26, 2026 08:15
Roscommon Gardaí arrest man following theft at local shop
He was subsequently charged this week and remanded in custody.
Mar 26, 2026 08:12
Planning sought to turn former Boyle Post Office into a hostel
The proposals are being lodged with Roscommon County Council.
Mar 26, 2026 07:25Shannonside Newsletter
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