News - Christmas

Popular Roscommon tourist site looks forward to another busy year

High visitor numbers are expected at the unique experience again this year with coaches arriving from early spring.

Dec 27, 2025 14:38

Roads policing units across the region have been carrying out extra checkpoints this festive season.

Dec 27, 2025 09:52

A number of supports are also available to those who feel vulnerable this time of year.

Dec 26, 2025 14:04

Only 5 per cent will ask someone for a receipt to exchange an unwanted gift, according to a survey from the consumer watchdog.

Dec 26, 2025 08:16

Kevin Doran says, when migrants come here, they often bring gifts that benefit our society.

Dec 25, 2025 12:59

Paul Connell says God is with us throughout our fears, pains, joys and sorrows.

Dec 25, 2025 12:15

The annual get-together in King House Tea Rooms will take place on Sunday, December 28th at 1pm.

Dec 24, 2025 13:25

Boyle's Jane Suffin says a lot of people are lonely over the festive period, especially in rural areas.

Dec 24, 2025 13:08

The charity says Ireland’s aging population is driving demand for its services.

Dec 24, 2025 08:42

Reverend Canon Simon Scott oversees the Longford group of parishes.

Dec 24, 2025 07:39

There were outbreaks among turkey flocks in the likes of Carlow and Meath last month.

Dec 21, 2025 12:08

Towns throughout the Shannonside Northern Sound region will be busy with shoppers over the next two days.

Dec 20, 2025 08:55

It's part of a nationwide campaign which runs until January 5th.

Dec 15, 2025 13:24

They say there's an increase in fires in homes at this time of the year.

Dec 14, 2025 10:53

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