News - Electricity
Rooskey public meeting hears fury over constant electricity blackouts
Those in attendance expressed anger over ongoing electricity faults caused by fallen forestry in the area.
Apr 12, 2024 07:22
3,000 local residences still facing power outages from Storms Isha and Jocelyn
There are approximately 1,200 people without electricity in each of the three Counties.
Jan 24, 2024 14:03
Tens of thousands without power as Storm Isha batters Shannonside region
A tornado watch has also been issued for Ireland, with potential for funnel clouds to develop during thunderstorms.
Jan 21, 2024 19:36
Hundreds of Shannonside homes still without power this morning
ESB crews are still working to restore electricity to homes and businesses this morning.
Nov 15, 2023 09:25
Thousands of local homes still without power following Storm Debi
The ESB say they are working to restore power to the majority of homes by this afternoon.
Nov 14, 2023 07:53
Thousands remain without power following Storm Agnes
The ESB powercheck is currently down so customers aren't able to check when their electricity will return.
Sep 28, 2023 10:52
Electric Ireland announces price cuts for both gas and electricity
1.1 million customers are set to benefit as electricity tariff's are cut by 10 per cent and gas by 12 per cent.
Sep 7, 2023 10:25
Power restored to majority of local homes
The Midlands, West and Mid-West were impacted after lightning strikes caused further damage to the network yesterday.
Jun 19, 2023 07:39
Fall in local electricity use recorded last year
According to the release, overall consumption reduced across all 3 counties in the Shannonside region.
Jun 15, 2023 07:53
Hundreds of homes and businesses remain without power in Athlone
According to the ESB, power may not be restored in some cases until late afternoon or early evening.
Jun 14, 2023 07:45
Go ahead for plans to link local solar farm to national electric grid
The underground cable will link the renewable energy development near Kilashee to the nearby grid connection at Lanesboro.
Apr 21, 2023 07:33
Greens to block introduction of 4th energy credit over summer
Working families are among the groups set to be supported through additional cost of living supports.
Feb 16, 2023 09:10
Leitrim businesses received lowest amount in energy supports nationally
125 businesses in Leitrim applied for the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme from September 2022 to the present date.
Jan 27, 2023 13:47
More help for energy bills could be on the way
Many households are still facing high electricity and gas bills
Jan 27, 2023 09:28Shannonside Newsletter
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