News - Bank Holiday
Local health services remind public of care options over Bank Holiday weekend
People are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the range of care pathways available and to consider the most appropriate option before attending Emergency Departments.
May 31, 2026 08:56
Local health services remind public of care options this Bank Holiday
Plans are in place across hospital and community services to ensure patients can access the care they need in the right setting.
Oct 27, 2025 08:52
Hospitals bracing for busy St. Patrick's weekend
The HSE is encouraging people to consider all care options by getting help in the right setting.
Mar 15, 2025 08:08
Met Éireann issues status yellow rain warning for Leitrim
Heavy rain and strong and gusty southerly winds are expected especially in exposed areas.
Aug 3, 2024 12:42
Local Gardaí finish new Bank Holiday anti drugs operation
Members of the Divisional Drugs unit were on the ground in local towns while, the Garda Roads Policing Unit conducted a number of checkpoints.
Jun 5, 2024 11:16
Delays to Frenchpark traffic light installation
It was expected earlier this week that the lights would be completed ahead of the busy Bank Holiday weekend.
Jun 2, 2024 14:07
HSE encouraging region to consider all healthcare options this weekend
Roscommon Injury Unit is open from 8am to 8pm all this weekend, including bank holidays, while the Mullingar Minor Injuries Unit will be open 10am to 6pm today and tomorrow, but will close on Monday.
May 4, 2024 09:29
Locals advised to check healthcare options over Bank Holiday weekend
Parents have also been asked to ensure their children are up to date with the MMR vaccine due to a recent spike in measles cases here.
Apr 1, 2024 13:30
HSE encouraging locals to consider all healthcare options this weekend
The Roscommon injury unit will remain open on Bank Holiday Monday however the Mullingar minor injuries unit will be closed.
Feb 3, 2024 11:09
More killed on Irish roads so far this year than all of 2022
155 people have died in road collisions - up 36 on the same time last year.
Oct 26, 2023 08:52
Longford ICA Flower & Craft Festival underway this weekend
Visitors and locals alike will enjoy a variety of displays and activities taking place throughout the next few days.
Apr 29, 2023 13:10
Major increase in NowDoc calls over Bank Holiday weekend
The service that covers South Donegal and Leitrim saw close to 500 extra calls compared to the previous weekend.
Nov 2, 2022 12:15
Dublin Airport confident passengers will not be delayed over busy bank holiday weekend
According to a DAA spokesperson, 90% of passengers cleared security in under 30 minutes last week.
Jul 28, 2022 08:54
Local Gardai urging caution for revellers ahead of double Bank Holiday weekend
Gardai are expecting a very busy for days as people enjoy the first lengthy bank holiday of the year.
Mar 16, 2022 14:33Shannonside Newsletter
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