News - Fianna Fail
Councillor slams government over lack of funding to upgrade Leitrim roads
The Community Involvement Scheme sees the community and the state jointly funding these roads.
Jul 13, 2025 12:30
Local TD to officially open new health and wellbeing centre in Roscommon
It is the the first dedicated power-assisted movement and wellbeing facility of its kind in the region.
Jul 12, 2025 08:18
Leitrim council plans to roll out emergency preparedness handbook
Fianna Fáil councillor Gary Prior called for the initiative at a Leitrim County Council meeting - and it was backed by his colleagues.
Jul 9, 2025 13:12
New playground urgently needed in Newtowngore, says local councillor
Fianna Fáil's Paddy O'Rourke has told Ballinamore Municipal District it's urgently required in Newtowngore.
Jun 1, 2025 12:56
Call for EV chargers in Ballinamore to boost tourism
Fianna Fáil Cllr Gary Prior brought forward a motion to the most recent Ballinamore Municipal District meeting to highlight the issue.
Jun 1, 2025 09:21
Government commits to funding refurbishment of historic Roscommon Courthouse
There have been no court sittings in the historic building for over two years, because it's in poor condition.
May 22, 2025 17:08
SIPTU calls for 'urgent' discussion on anti-social behaviour on public transport
The union says it has written to the Minister twice in recent months looking for a meeting, but has received no reply despite Fianna Fáil's commitment to the establishment of a transport policing service.
May 10, 2025 08:23
Former TD and Roscommon resident to be laid to rest today
He was actively involved in the community in Rooskey.
May 5, 2025 08:53
Eugene Murphy blasts 'lack of transparency' over proposed Roscommon asylum centre
It comes as one leaseholder in Roscommon town has applied to An Bord Pleanála for permission to house refugees.
May 1, 2025 16:26
Funeral arrangements confirmed for former FF TD and Rooskey resident
His funeral Mass is taking place in Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Ballyfermot, on Monday at 11.30 this morning.
May 1, 2025 15:15
Call for Ballintober unity ahead of council seat decision
There are two candidates from the village in the running - Michael Holland Senior and Gail Murray.
Apr 20, 2025 15:00
Taoiseach hopes of re-engaging with former Fianna Fáil politician Eugene Murphy
Murphy lost his Seanad seat in January and has been seeking a return to politics.
Apr 14, 2025 13:39
Call to celebrate Africa Day in Longford next month
The annual celebrations will be taking place across thirty-one local authorities and aims to honour and recognise the work of African communities.
Apr 6, 2025 14:20
Forestry minister urged to visit Leitrim to see damage caused by Storm Éowyn
Cllr Gary Prior says that while the meeting was constructive the Minister didn't confirm a date for his visit.
Apr 4, 2025 17:29Shannonside Newsletter
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