News - Carrick-on-Shannon
Judging season for TidyTowns starts - as Carrick looks to retain title
Carrick-on-Shannon will be hoping to retain the overall prize they won last year.
Jun 2, 2026 13:05
BOB GELDOF INTERVIEW: 'Back in the day, we tried to get a gig in Carrick-on-Shannon, but we were told to f*** off'
Geldof says he enjoyed a relaxing time in Carrick-on-Shannon before yesterday's concert, visiting a local coffee shop, the former workhouse and a famine memorial.
Jun 1, 2026 02:45
Fears of a tragedy due to 'boy-racing' in Carrick-on-Shannon
They start circling the town around 10pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights - and continue until around 4am.
May 27, 2026 13:08
Carrick train station to get long-awaited new car park
Irish Rail has got access to land from the ESB for the new facility at Cortober.
May 22, 2026 16:59
Local chef outlines struggles in business
He's been in business for 18 years but says recent months have been extremely challenging.
May 22, 2026 13:09
Burst water main causing disruption to water supply in Carrick-on-Shannon
Some consumers may also be experiencing low water pressure today as a result.
May 17, 2026 11:52
Labour Court urged to intervene in ambulance dispute
Over 2,000 members took to the picket line nationally over pay and grading.
May 13, 2026 17:20
Hopes application for Shannon Blueway extension will be lodged by end of 2026
Project officials are continuing engagement with landowners and valuation specialists to advance voluntary land acquisition agreements.
May 12, 2026 17:49
National Ambulance Service workers strike locally
The protests, which began at 8am are taking place in Athlone, Carrick-on-Shannon, Roscommon and Longford.
May 12, 2026 13:02
Concern over Carrick's paid parking proposals
Currently, a number of areas within the town provide free parking.
May 11, 2026 17:35
WATCH: Hundreds line out as 'FTD Brothers' start Leitrim marathon in Carrick
Jordon Adams, 30, and his brother, Cian, 25, are doing 32 marathons in 32 days across Ireland.
May 10, 2026 12:00
'FTD Brothers' to complete marathon in Co. Leitrim today
They're running over 26 miles in the Carrick-on-Shannon area.
May 10, 2026 09:12
'Drop in footfall' in Carrick since post office moved
An Post moved the business from St George's Terrace to Cortober in February of last year.
May 8, 2026 13:28Shannonside Newsletter
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