Shannonside News
Nearly 1,200 people wait over 18 months for first outpatients consultation in Mullingar
The new figures have been released by the National Treatment Purchase Fund.
Mar 16, 2026 14:25
Co. Roscommon ranks fourth-to-last for housing delivery
That's according to data released by the CSO, which reveals over 560 housing units across the Shannonside region received planning permission in 2025.
Mar 16, 2026 14:19
Proposed Active Travel project to increase safety at Ballyforan NS
The project seeks to improve pedestrian infrastructure across the village of Ballyforan, including new signage and road markings to define a School Zone at Ballyforan National School.
Mar 16, 2026 14:02
IFA says 'common sense must prevail' following major sheep kill in Longford
A Longford farmer was alerted about the incident when one of his sheep was spotted badly injured on a road near his farm.
Mar 16, 2026 12:54
Over 2,000 people left Mullingar ED last year without finishing treatment
There are also significant numbers in other local hospitals.
Mar 16, 2026 11:19
President Connolly warns against 'normalisation of war'
In her first St. Patrick’s Day message, she says the Irish are a people who understand peace is "not merely the absence of war but the presence of justice".
Mar 16, 2026 08:26
Over 560 houses across region received planning permission last year
The figures from the CSO show there's been a 7.9 per cent increase in permissions granted nationally.
Mar 16, 2026 07:50
Roscommon night nurse urges locals to support Daffodil Day 2026
The Irish Cancer Society's major annual fundraiser takes place this Friday, March 20th.
Mar 16, 2026 07:47
Local refugees forced to stay in state accommodation because of rental crisis
At the October meeting of the Roscommon Integration Forum, two Roscommon gardai said ‘fake news and misinformation’ regarding refugees is an issue, particularly on social media.
Mar 16, 2026 07:42
New initiative to encourage late-night café culture in Longford Town
It's also aiming to get more young people involved in social events in town.
Mar 15, 2026 14:49Shannonside Newsletter
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