Shannonside News
Local MEP calls for government to speed up response to weather emergencies
Speaking in the European Parliament Regional Development Committee meeting in Brussels, the Lanesboro politician says action is needed on a government level
Mar 19, 2026 11:32
Roscommon councillor says more Air BnBs are needed in the county
A local councillor says more Air BnBs would help ease an accommodation crisis in County Roscommon.
Mar 18, 2026 18:07
Taoiseach criticised for not raising Middle East concerns in the White House
A local TD says he should have gone further in his comments to Donal Trump.
Mar 18, 2026 18:03
Local councillor reminds public to keep streets clean this St Patrick's Day
Councillor Gary Prior recently highlighted the impact of illegal dumping on towns and villages across Co. Leitrim.
Mar 17, 2026 13:17
Irish Heart Foundation mobile unit to visit Co. Longford this week
Members of the public will have the chance to have their blood pressure and pulse checked on the day.
Mar 17, 2026 12:30
Work of volunteers to be celebrated at Carrick-on-Shannon parade
It follows the town being crowned overall winner of Ireland's Tidiest Town for 2025.
Mar 17, 2026 11:19
Every St. Patrick's Day parade happening in your area
Communities have been busy adding finishing touches to their floats, with over a hundred set to drive through the streets of Longford, Roscommon, and Leitrim throughout the day.
Mar 17, 2026 09:19
Tánaiste says new savings scheme to be modelled off UK and Swedish initiatives
The Finance Minister, Simon Harris, is bringing forward measures to encourage people to save and invest their money.
Mar 17, 2026 08:22
Irish folk singer Dolores Keane passes away at age of 72
In a statement, Minister for Culture Patrick O'Donovan says he is 'deeply saddened' by the passing of 'one of Ireland's most soulful and iconic voices.'
Mar 16, 2026 17:50
Shannonside region gears up for St Patrick's Day parades
Communities are adding finishing touches to their floats, with over a hundred set to drive through the streets of Longford, Roscommon, and Leitrim tomorrow.
Mar 16, 2026 16:49Shannonside Newsletter
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