News - Kevin 'Boxer' Moran
Local politicians attend launch of new virtual reality initiative in Lanesboro
Lough Ree Access For All which hosts inclusive, wheelchair-accessible boat trips on lake has introduced a special virtual reality tour at the amenity.
May 1, 2026 17:37
Flood plan for Lough Funshinagh due by year's end
A temporary system was switched on last year and remains in place.
Mar 25, 2026 13:20
Local minister revealed to be highest-earning TD in the region
Around €23.5 million in public money is paid to sitting Dáil politicians every year.
Jan 18, 2026 10:35
Delay to long-term flooding solution at Lough Funshinagh
A planning application for a permanent pipeline at Lough Funshinagh was due to be lodged this year.
Nov 3, 2025 15:05
OPW to carry out works on 'the hot stretch'
Weeds will be removed and the canal reopened to increase flow in the stretch of waterway.
Oct 16, 2025 13:56
Local resident calls for joint-up thinking on bog rewetting projects
At a meeting in Ballyleague this morning, a number of people warned that rising water levels are threatening valuable farmland and property in the Mountdillon area.
Oct 10, 2025 17:57
'Boxer' welcomes Athlone's Living City status
It's one of five towns included alongside Drogheda, Dundalk, Letterkenny and Sligo.
Oct 8, 2025 13:31
Application for permanent solution to Lough Funshinagh crisis to be lodged by end of year
A temporary system was switched on earlier this year and will be in operation for two years until a permanent solution is in place.
Jul 18, 2025 13:08
Permanent maintenance boats needed on the Shannon - Kenny
Deputy Martin Kenny made the call to OPW Minister and Longford Westmeath TD Kevin 'Boxer' Moran during statements on flooding matters in the Dail recently.
Jun 6, 2025 13:20
Senator calling for clarity on long-term plan for Lough Funshinagh flooding crisis
OPW Minister Kevin 'Boxer' Moran recently switched on the pumping system at Lough Funshinagh.
Apr 11, 2025 13:12
OPW Minister says cost of Athlone flood defence works are 'worth it'
The Athlone works, which have caused a considerable amount of disruption to traffic in the town, are designed to protect the urban area from flooding once complete.
Mar 31, 2025 13:23
'Very significant day' as south Roscommon anti-flooding measure becomes operational
OPW Minister Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran will switch on the pumping system at Lough Funshinagh this afternoon.
Mar 28, 2025 07:17
All four local Ministers heading abroad for St Patrick's Day
There will be a particular emphasis on America this year with both the Taoiseach and Tánaiste going Stateside.
Feb 12, 2025 18:00
Local Independent TDs urged to make Mercosur a 'red line issue' in government talks
Independent Ireland MEP Ciaran Mullooly is warning newly elected Independent TDs that the deal will damage their constituents should it be implemented.
Jan 7, 2025 14:19Shannonside Newsletter
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