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Tributes paid to veterans of Longford's Connolly Barracks
The barracks marked a century of ownership by the Irish State this week.
Feb 18, 2022 13:17
Army called to Athlone parcel centre after 'suspicious' devices located
The incident occurred just after 7pm at the sorting centre on the Dublin Road.
Feb 14, 2022 22:36
Ireland needs to treble military spending according to new report
The review proposes Ireland increase it's military spending to 3 billion euro annually.
Feb 9, 2022 08:25
Connolly Barracks handover centenary to be marked with special event
The ceremony is open to the public.
Feb 8, 2022 08:59
Custume Barracks based troops home from Lebanon
The troops arrived home this week.
Dec 3, 2021 07:59
Irish Army Rangers arrive in Afghanistan
There are still a number of stages left in the evacuation of Irish passport and visa holders from the country.
Aug 25, 2021 08:20
Viable explosive device made safe in Tuam
The army was called in earlier today after the shocking discovery in north Galway
May 12, 2021 17:11
Granard housing estate remains sealed off following discovery of suspicious device
A housing estate in Granard remains sealed off this afternoon following the discovery of a suspicious device. Members of the Army's explosive Ordnance disposal
Jan 28, 2021 15:08
Defence Forces reportedly against the awarding of special medals to Jadotville Survivors
It's being reported that the Defence Forces recommended against retrospectively awarding special medals to recognise the bravery of the soldiers involved in the Siege
Jan 25, 2021 13:15
Army Bomb Disposal Unit assessing suspicious package left at Department of Health building
The Army Bomb Disposal Unit is carrying out an assessment of the scene at the Department of Health. A suspicious package was delivered to the
Aug 25, 2020 15:19Shannonside Newsletter
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