Shannonside News
Enoch Burke transfer from Castlerea Prison to be decided next week
The teacher will find out next week if his challenge against the transfer has been successful.
Mar 12, 2026 17:27
Local MEP seeks meeting with Pieta CEO over Athlone centre closure
News emerged this evening that the organisation's centre on Sean Costello Street in the Midlands town is set to close as its services move to an outreach model.
Mar 12, 2026 16:40
Status yellow snow and ice warning issued for Co. Leitrim
Met Éireann is warning showers may fall as sleet or snow with some accumulations possible on high ground.
Mar 12, 2026 11:14
Leitrim council delegation bound for US for Patrick's Day trip
Leitrim council cathaoirleach Paddy Farrell says it's important to keep sending Irish delegations abroad.
Mar 11, 2026 07:23
Incident at Longford courthouse one of 23 safety issues flagged by Courts Service
TheJournal Investigates are reporting that a member of the public struck a defendant on the back of the head during a consultation with their solicitor.
Mar 10, 2026 18:08
Over 600 people over-75 spend more than 24 hours at local emergency department
They were treated there before being admitted or discharged.
Mar 10, 2026 18:05
Longford senator welcomes increase in funding allocated to vacant social homes
Over €1.2 million has been earmarked across Leitrim, Longford, and Roscommon.
Mar 10, 2026 18:02
Enoch Burke tells High Court his transfer to Castlerea Prison was 'unlawful'
The teacher had been detained in Mountjoy Prison since he was found in contempt of court at the start of the year, but was moved to the Roscommon location on the 1st of March.
Mar 10, 2026 11:56
Safety works at dangerous crossroads in Co. Roscommon to 'ease fears' of junction
Transport Infrastructure Ireland has agreed to carry out improvements at Scramogue Cross - after a meeting with Roscommon County Council yesterday.
Mar 10, 2026 11:51
Aurivo stakeholders to meet in Roscommon tonight to discuss Dale Farm merger
The proposal, under which Aurivo would hold a minority interest, would mean the relocation of Aurivo headquarters in Sligo to Belfast.
Mar 10, 2026 07:21Shannonside Newsletter
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