News - drug
25pc decrease in drink/drug-driving checkpoints in Sligo-Leitrim
There were 555 in the third quarter of 2024 - but only 414 in the same period last year, a drop of 25.4 per cent.
Feb 3, 2026 07:39
PODCAST: Special report on drugs talk in Carrick-on-Shannon
Up to 100 people attended Paul Reid’s talk on drugs in Cortober, Carrick-on-Shannon, last night.
Mar 20, 2025 13:50
Drug and alcohol awareness week to take place locally this week
The week's events are being organised by the Western Region Drugs and Alcohol Task Force.
Nov 12, 2023 12:11
New Cystic Fibrosis drug to change Ballinasloe siblings lives
Grainne says once the treatment takes effect, her daughters can begin to fully enjoy their childhood again.
Mar 22, 2023 13:21
Addiction should not be faced alone says local Drug Task Force worker
Only Spain, the Netherlands and Australia are higher users.
Mar 20, 2023 17:53
Local Gardai charge 15 suspected drug dealers over three month period
The Central Statistics Office released the figures.
Jan 6, 2023 07:14
Cannabis Decriminalisation Bill to be moved in Dail today
The issue of decriminalising cannabis continues to divide public opinion
Nov 24, 2022 08:43
Roscommon motorist arrested for drug driving
The driver tested positive for cocaine and benzosdiazepines.
Nov 12, 2022 10:21
Ballinasloe mother pleads for CF drug to allow her daughters 'live life'
The new deal between a drug manufacturer and the HSE has left 35 children without access to a 'life-changing' drug because of a technicality
Jul 13, 2022 18:22Shannonside Newsletter
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