News - Ballaghaderreen
Popular Ballaghaderreen guesthouse closing today
The building's owner is trying to secure a new operator to run the business.
Jul 18, 2025 13:14
New library in Ballaghaderreen set to open at the end of the month
A temporary library service has been in operation close to the local SuperValu in the town.
Jul 18, 2025 07:19
Current management to close Durkin's in Ballagh this week
Durkin's will shut on Friday after being run successfully by its present operator for the past five years.
Jul 14, 2025 07:18
Local senator praises new mural unveiled in Ballaghaderreen
It's on the former De La Salle Brothers School - which is now the town's Family Resource Centre.
Jul 13, 2025 13:28
Fears of a repeat of Gortaganny blaze as red forest fire warning issued
Hundreds of acres of forestry was burned in that fire in May.
Jul 11, 2025 16:09
New car park proposed for Strokestown, amid public realm dispute
The €8 million plan will involve the loss of some car-parking, which has angered some locals.
Jul 11, 2025 13:06
Ballaghaderreen deal sees 15 car-parking spaces remain on The Square
The initial scheme would have seen 47 car-parking spaces removed from the town.
Jul 9, 2025 13:03
Resolution found in the Ballaghaderreen Public Realm Enhancement row
Denis Kelly who was the mediator for the talks between Roscommon County Council and local residents confirmed the news earlier today.
Jul 8, 2025 12:51
New computer shop opens its doors in west Roscommon
Tech Haven opened their new store in the West Roscommon town last week.
Jul 6, 2025 14:52
Mural launched in Ballaghaderreen to mark forty years since abolition of corporal punishment
Corporal punishment was scrapped by then Education Minister John Boland in 1982.
Jul 4, 2025 17:43
Ballagh mural, to mark abolition of corporal punishment, to be launched today
Corporal punishment was scrapped by then Education Minister John Boland in 1982.
Jul 4, 2025 07:26
Ballaghaderreen mural to remember abolition of corporal punishment
It's on the former De La Salle Brothers School - which is now known as the Family Resource Centre.
Jul 3, 2025 13:52
Roscommon coroner issues cocaine warning after it contributes to another man's death
Coroner Brian O’Connor said this is unfortunately another inquest which has come before him in the past month, in which a young man has taken cocaine and alcohol.
Jul 3, 2025 07:16
Inquest of popular Frenchpark man who died last year to take place today
He was working at his home in the area just under a year ago - on July 18th - when a tragic accident happened.
Jul 2, 2025 11:49Shannonside Newsletter
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