News - Ballyforan

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

Calls intensify for additional special-education class at Ballyforan National School

Families have expressed increasing concern that the current level of provision is insufficient to meet the needs of children requiring autism-specific placements.

Jan 20, 2026 17:14

Large crowds expected for Dysart church celebrations

The Dysart Catholic Church is part of the united parishes of Ballyforan, Dysart and Tisrara.

Aug 22, 2025 16:02

Ballyforan Greenway officially opened by Minister Alan Dillon this afternoon

The 3 km trail was developed under the Just Transition Fund.

Apr 25, 2025 16:37

Consultations to take place on proposed wind farm on Roscommon border

The joint venture is still at the early stages of development and both stakeholders say the number, location and height of turbines has yet to be determined.

Nov 5, 2024 13:47

New glamping pods planned for Ballyforan, Co Roscommon

Laura Franks has submitted a planning application to develop new glamping pods in Coolatober, Ballyforan.

Aug 20, 2024 13:35

Local Senator highlights 'despair' over school transport

The issue of school transport is still causing serious problems for families across the country with many children losing their seats on the local school bus

Sep 15, 2022 09:30