News - Easter

Annual Leitrim Ploughing Championships kick off in Carrigallen today

It follows the postponement of the event on Easter Saturday due to poor weather.

May 2, 2026 08:42

Schools are set to reopen on Monday with transport operators facing increased fuel costs.

Apr 10, 2026 09:15

Meath East TD and Sinn Féin spokesperson on Education, Darren O’Rourke will deliver the keynote address.

Apr 5, 2026 12:34

There's one in Granard which is part of the town's Easter festival.

Apr 5, 2026 09:13

That stretch of the road is a 60k zone, with the driver almost triple the prescribed limit.

Apr 22, 2025 13:43

Due to the rainy and slippery conditions, it has been called off and rescheduled.

Apr 18, 2025 15:36

It all kicked off last Sunday with a fun run in Athlone followed by a music session in Coffey's Bar of Lecarrow.

Apr 18, 2025 10:27

Parents have also been asked to ensure their children are up to date with the MMR vaccine due to a recent spike in measles cases here.

Apr 1, 2024 13:30

Strokestown, Granard, and Roscommon are all hosting parades to mark Easter.

Apr 9, 2023 12:07

The crew were called to 4 incidents over the weekend.

Apr 25, 2022 13:19

Parades will take place in Strokestown, Granard and Roscommon Town.

Apr 16, 2022 10:48

Keep the Easter Eggs away from our furry friends!

Apr 16, 2022 08:48

Apr 9, 2022 10:29

Apr 4, 2021 12:12

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