News - Frenchpark
Major road in Co. Roscommon to close for over a week
Diversions will be in place via the N5, R293 and R325 going through Ballaghaderreen and Loughglynn.
Jul 31, 2025 13:38
Truck run raises almost €11,000 for refurbishment of local church
The 50-year-old died after a tyre exploded when he was working in a shed in Sheepwalk, Frenchpark, a year ago.
Jul 22, 2025 17:31
Over 150 lorries take part in truck run in memory of Frenchpark's Pat McCrann
It was well supported, with lorries from near and far turning out.
Jul 20, 2025 16:00
Truck run today marks first anniversary of popular Roscommon man
Pat McCrann died after a tyre exploded when he was working in a shed in Sheepwalk, Frenchpark.
Jul 20, 2025 09:45
Man (40s) seriously injured in Roscommon crash
The single-vehicle collision occurred on the R370 at Lurgan, Frenchpark at around 6 am today.
Jul 18, 2025 11:24
Remains of popular Frenchpark fire victim not yet released to family
Sources say the formal identification process is not yet complete.
Jul 14, 2025 12:45
Inquest of popular Frenchpark man who died last year to take place today
He was working at his home in the area just under a year ago - on July 18th - when a tragic accident happened.
Jul 2, 2025 11:49
Frenchpark has had a very difficult year with tragedies - Minister Calleary
Des Deegan, 72, died in an explosion and house fire at his home in the Oaks on Wednesday night.
Jun 20, 2025 19:18
Frenchpark residents prayed as fire service battled massive blaze
Local parish priest Fr Micheál Donnelly said neighbours gathered together as emergency crews carried out their work.
Jun 20, 2025 07:26
Glowing tributes paid to man who died in Frenchpark blast
Those living in The Oaks housing estate in Frenchpark have been plunged into sadness following the death of Des Deegan after an explosion at his home.
Jun 19, 2025 17:27
Man who died in house fire in Frenchpark named locally
The man has since been named locally as Des Deegan, who had only been living there a relatively short time.
Jun 19, 2025 13:06
Scene of fatal house fire in Frenchpark remains sealed off
Over twenty personnel from both units responded to the incident after receiving an emergency call at 7:14pm.
Jun 19, 2025 11:52
Man dies following house fire in Co. Roscommon
The scene remains sealed off this morning for a technical examination and enquiries are ongoing.
Jun 19, 2025 07:52
Investigations underway following extensive house fire in Frenchpark
Gardaí were called to the scene at the Oaks housing estate in Frenchpark shortly after 7 o'clock last night.
Jun 19, 2025 07:37Shannonside Newsletter
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