News - Castlerea
Urgent safety works needed on Ballaghaderreen roads - Frain
The roads are located on the busy R293, and Councillor Micheál Frain says traffic volume and speed have been a concern to people in the area.
May 22, 2026 07:35
Roscommon policing unit catch motorist driving over twice the speed limit
The driver was stopped and court proceedings will now follow.
May 10, 2026 13:12
Great turnout at Darkness into Light walks across Shannonside region
Hundreds of locals set off in the early hours to raise funds for Pieta's biggest fundraiser, which supports its suicide and self-harm prevention services.
May 9, 2026 07:37
Celebrations in Roscommon as under-20s win Connacht title
They beat Mayo after extra time in the final in Tuam last night.
Apr 30, 2026 09:19
Housing and tourism to benefit from closure of refugee centres - Roscommon senator
The government intends to shut down state accommodation facilities for Ukrainian refugees from August, on a phased basis.
Apr 28, 2026 12:29
Train lines serving local region see increase in passenger numbers
The figures come as Irish Rail highlight the importance of reporting incidents on services to it's anti-social text line.
Apr 25, 2026 11:45
Minister for Education opens two new special education classes in Castlerea
Apr 24, 2026 13:15
Education minister visiting schools in Co. Roscommon today
Hildegarde Naughton is currently in Castlerea and will also visit Roscommon Town and Curraghboy.
Apr 24, 2026 11:14
Records of Castlerea-born first president of Ireland retrieved from 1926 Census
Douglas Hyde was born in Castlerea in 1860 and became the first President of Ireland in 1938.
Apr 18, 2026 13:49
Line-up of free events to mark World Circus Day in Castlerea this afternoon
The event is being organised by Roscommon County Council Arts Office, Motion Chapel and Castlerea Rose Festival.
Apr 18, 2026 10:44
Inquest returns open verdict in death of Castlerea man in bog hole
The 64-year-old man was reported missing the day before his body was found.
Apr 18, 2026 09:31
Senator praises Roscommon Gardaí following conviction of two men over 2024 burglaries
Gareth Scahill said the arrests brought relief to affected communities.
Apr 17, 2026 18:26
Passenger using drugs among complaints received on local train line
The provider is adding more security patrols to trains to keep passengers safe.
Apr 16, 2026 13:24
Water quality meeting in Castlerea tomorrow night
Experts will outline progress made under the current River Basin Management Plan and discuss priorities in the new Water Action Plan.
Apr 15, 2026 07:19Shannonside Newsletter
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