News - Connacht
'That was beautiful' - Hollywood actor Chris O'Dowd congratulates Roscommon on Connacht glory
They beat Galway in the final to capture the senior title - a success O'Dowd described as 'beautiful'.
May 11, 2026 07:39
Traffic restrictions in place in Roscommon for today's Connacht Senior Football Final
Connacht GAA confirmed the news yesterday evening, with over 20 thousand set to attend the game in Roscommon Town.
May 10, 2026 09:21
Connacht final a huge boost to Roscommon town - local businessman
Gaelic football fans travel from all over the country to see the provincial final.
May 8, 2026 07:20
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
Over half of adults in Connacht call for shortage of Early Years places to be addressed
That's according to the Early Childhood Barometer for 2026.
Mar 29, 2026 12:31
Co. Roscommon school hope to reach All-Ireland final later today
St Nathy's College, Ballaghaderreen will take on St Michael's College, Rosscarbery in the Schools 'B' final in Limerick.
Feb 28, 2026 11:14
Status yellow snow and ice warnings extended across Shannonside region
A low of minus 6 point 8 degrees was recorded overnight, and snow has fallen in parts of the north-west.
Jan 4, 2026 10:57
Cold snap may bring frost, ice and snow to region this week
The worst of the icy conditions is expected across parts of north Connacht and Ulster, with snow likely on higher ground from tomorrow into Saturday.
Jan 1, 2026 11:40
Status Yellow rain warning in place across the Shannonside region
The alert covers all of Connacht, including counties Leitrim and Roscommon, with heavy rain bringing an increased risk of surface water and river flooding.
Dec 14, 2025 10:23
Thunderstorm warning for region to take effect this afternoon
Connacht will come under a thunderstorm warning from 3pm to 10 o'clock tonight.
Jul 13, 2025 13:21
Connacht GAA secretary hopes Air Dome will be rebuilt by the end of 2025
John Prenty has been speaking after the Dome was destroyed over a week ago during Storm Éowyn.
Feb 2, 2025 09:40
Almost 40 per cent of Ireland's derelict homes are in Connacht
Over 20,000 residential buildings were classified as derelict in June this year.
Aug 12, 2024 07:43
Thunderstorm warning in place for local counties this afternoon
Met Eireann is predicting more heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding today
Jun 15, 2023 11:07
Country is set to see fierce winds and heavy rain today
Leitrim and Roscommon will fall under the status yellow warning.
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