News - Dublin road
Strong objection to 24-hour gym and major housing development in Carrick
A Lanesborough man is raising serious traffic concerns.
May 6, 2026 13:03
Pedestrian hospitalised after being struck by car in Athlone
The incident happened on St. Patrick's Day on the Dublin Road just after 7.30pm.
Mar 19, 2026 08:20
Planning application for long-awaited Carrick bypass to be lodged in 2026
It involves a 6-kilometre road around the town, from the Dublin Road to the Boyle Road.
Dec 28, 2025 12:55
Minister says work underway to reduce completion lengths of local infrastructure projects
Minister Jack Chambers was speaking in Longford last week and promised work is underway to speed up projects like the long-awaited bypass of Carrick-on-Shannon.
Aug 11, 2025 15:06
HSE seeking tenders for upgrade of alarm systems in Longford medical clinic
Tenders opened this week for the upgrade of the fire detection, alarm system and emergency lighting system at St Joseph's on the Dublin Road.
May 11, 2025 12:25
Gardaí investigating following armed robbery at Longford services station
A sum of cash was taken from the scene at approximately 7pm.
Jan 19, 2024 13:23
Multiple trees being cut due to safety concerns in a local town
24 of the 98 trees, located on the Dublin Road in the town, were deemed to be in poor health following surveys by 2 seperate companies.
Nov 17, 2023 17:11
TUS receives planning permission for new upgrade
The Technological University of the Shannon had sought planning permission to construct a large temporary car parking facility near their Athlone campus on the Dublin Road.
Oct 6, 2023 13:09
Opening of McDonalds in Leitrim will generate up to 90 new jobs
The new restaurant at the Attifinlay Roundabout on the Dublin Road is set to open on 8th November.
Sep 24, 2023 11:49
Pride march to take place in Leitrim today
The Leitrim Pride March 2023 is starting at Scoil Mhuire, Dublin Road, Carrick on Shannon, at 1pm.
Sep 16, 2023 12:12
Two drivers arrested in Longford for drug driving
Both drivers tested positive for cocaine.
Feb 7, 2023 17:33
Driver arrested in Longford Town for drug driving and speeding
The driver tested positive for amphetamines, methamphetamines, opiates, and cocaine.
Jan 27, 2023 13:29
Infrastructure issues remain chief concern at Longford Care Home
HIQA inspectors highlighted the strong relationship between staff and residents.
Aug 19, 2022 13:47
Local firm hopes national award can help spread sustainability message
Following the win, the company announced it's hopes to grow its workforce locally.
Jun 3, 2022 13:28Shannonside Newsletter
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