News - Jim O'Callaghan
Over 300 attend reinterment of Liam Farrell
A guard of honour was formed at Bornacoola this morning as a mark of respect and support for the family.
Apr 23, 2026 12:56
Local Fine Gael TD critical of Justice Minister's fuel blockade stance
There are ongoing disputes over who should have been consulted before Minister Jim O'Callaghan's unexpected announcement last Thursday.
Apr 14, 2026 13:07
Justice Minister questioned about women's refuge on visit to Strokestown
Jim O'Callaghan is in Strokestown this afternoon, where he will meet Roscommon Safe Link.
Mar 30, 2026 14:02
Five elected surgeries cancelled at Sligo University Hospital last month
It was announced last July that a new state of the art surgical hub is set to be developed, which will operate in conjunction with existing services.
Mar 19, 2026 13:44
Minister to raise Longford concerns with Garda Commissioner
On Monday, two men, one in his 20s and the other in his 30s suffered serious injuries in a double stabbing in the county town.
Feb 13, 2026 13:33
Justice Minister urged to visit Longford after double stabbing
Local senator Paraic Brady told the Seanad there used to be two superintendents in Co Longford, but now there's only one.
Feb 12, 2026 09:38
Over 800 local crimes committed by people on bail in 2025
New figures have been released by Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan.
Feb 9, 2026 07:16
Roscommon safety partnership chairman to meet Justice Minister today
Cllr Paschal Fitzmaurice says he hope's to raise some local issues with Minister Jim O'Callaghan in Dublin today.
Feb 5, 2026 07:25
Rising number of people fined for holding mobile phone while driving across region
There was a significant increase in this offence in the Shannonside region.
Nov 30, 2025 13:46
Questions raised as State revealed to have paid for former Garda Commissioner's rent
It emerged earlier this week Mr. Harris didn't pay rent on his home on the Spa Road in Dublin's Phoenix Park during his term as commissioner.
Nov 30, 2025 08:31
'Major breakthrough' in Liam Farrell case as minister deems death 'suspicious'
The 87-year-old was found dead outside his house in Rooskey in January 2020, with his body bruised and bloodied.
Oct 8, 2025 21:47
'Making a joke of the law' - over 1,000 local crimes by people on bail
There were 628 in Roscommon, Longford and Mayo - along with 457 in Leitrim and Sligo.
Aug 5, 2025 07:17
Green light for anti-crime taskforces in Shannonside region
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan has signed regulations that will allow community safety partnerships to be set up around the country.
Jun 30, 2025 08:13
Minister praised as more Gardaí on Dublin streets amid concerns
It's after the city council's survey found people aren't heading out at night in town as it's too expensive and unsafe.
Apr 19, 2025 08:16Shannonside Newsletter
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