Shannonside News
New funding scheme launched to support local community centres
Community centres across the Shannonside region are being encouraged to apply for a new government investment of 25 million euro for upgrade and refurbishment works.
Mar 26, 2026 17:52
Roscommon Cathaoirleach pays tribute to those who passed away on the N5
A 7 kilometre stretch of the new road, bypassing Frenchpark and Sheepwalk was opened earlier by Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien.
Mar 26, 2026 17:39
Lotto player in Westmeath wins a million euro
They've become the sixth National Lottery millionaire of the year, after taking the top prize of the Lotto Plus 1 draw last night.
Mar 26, 2026 15:36
Plans lodged for major development at derelict building in Castlerea
Corlann, the new name for the Brothers of Charity, has lodged the plans with Roscommon County Council.
Mar 26, 2026 13:33
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 11:53Shannonside Newsletter
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