News - children
Local parents paying close to €700 a month for childcare
Prices for child care services have dropped locally over the last 4 years.
Jun 7, 2022 13:42
Longford mother exasperated over lack of services for non-verbal son
Ann feels her son is regressing because he has been waiting for follow up services for so long.
May 12, 2022 16:56
Over 1300 local children waiting for months for specialist speech therapy
A local GP says any delay can have very significant effects on children.
May 9, 2022 13:35
Residents call for help over raw sewage overflow at Longford Estate
Locals say the issue means many households cannot flush their toilets for fear of overflows.
Apr 21, 2022 12:55
Athlone mother calls for more school places for children with autism
Many are travelling long distances to school.
Apr 13, 2022 13:12
Hiqa inspection praises child protection services in region
The inspection took place last year across services in the midlands.
Mar 24, 2022 16:19
Covid booster available for 12 to 15 year olds from today
Children aged 12 to 15 had to have a 6 month gap from their last vaccinations.
Mar 5, 2022 09:29
Covid vaccine for 5 to 11 year olds can be booked online from today
With mid-term coming up, it might be a good time to book an appointment.
Feb 20, 2022 10:10
Covid school closures impacted children's rights - Ombudsman
The report found that school closures mainly had a negative impact on children.
Jan 28, 2022 07:38
Paid leave for domestic violence victims should be a priority - Local TD
It will come before an Oireachtas meeting later this week.
Jan 26, 2022 13:33
Construction begins on Cian's Kennels at Crumlin Hospital
The centre is in memory of Cian Neary, who passed away in 2019.
Jan 10, 2022 13:56
Classrooms not safe for students says local MEP
It comes as schools re-opened yesterday.
Jan 7, 2022 13:27
Teachers warn of looming staff crisis ahead of school reopening
Rules around close contacts are set to be reviewed by public health officials tomorrow.
Jan 5, 2022 07:24
Portal to register children aged 5 to 11 for Covid vaccine opens today
Children will be offered a Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine with a smaller dose.
Dec 28, 2021 08:23Shannonside Newsletter
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