News - Lanesboro
Lanesboro power station site to be developed as renewable energy centre
The power station in Lanesboro ceased operating last year and while local people would like to see the building retained for some other purpose the ESB says it must be demolished
Jun 18, 2021 13:46
Calls for local councils to work in tandem on boardwalk plans for Lanesboro
The boardwalk project is seen as a great potential boost for the area but there's concern that it won't get the proper funding and support unless Roscommon and Longford councils work in tandem
May 17, 2021 13:38
ESB denies it is looking for five million euro Just Transition cash back
Barry Cowan had accused the company of attempting to take the money back in the Dail during the week
Apr 30, 2021 13:53
Six new full time positions offered in Lough Ree Access Service in Lanesboro
Mar 20, 2021 12:39
Woman arrested in Lanesboro following drug seizure
Over €4,000 of cocaine has been seized by Gardai in Lanesboro. Members of the regional drugs unit conducted a search of a property in
Feb 9, 2021 10:19
Lanesboro locals get ready to say final goodbye to Lough Ree Power Station
The countdown is continuing this lunchtime to the closure of the Lough Ree Power station in Lanesboro which is due to stop production mid-afternoon.
Dec 18, 2020 12:03
End of an era as Lough Ree power station to close today after 62 years
Lough Ree Power Station in Lanesboro closes today bringing an end to 62 years of electricity production in the small town on the Roscommon/Longford
Dec 18, 2020 09:37
Environment Minister won't rule out future use for Lanesboro Power Station
The Minister for the Environment has not ruled out the future use of power stations in Lanesboro or in Shannonbridge. The West Offaly Power Station
Dec 11, 2020 13:26
Man arrested after seizure of cannabis in Lanesboro
A man's been questioned following the seizure of a quantity of cannabis herb in Lanesboro. The man was detained after the seizure of €1,
Dec 10, 2020 11:52
€135.8m and 350 jobs announced under Just Transition Programme
Three hundred and fifty jobs are to be created in the Midlands following government approval for two major funding initiatives under the Just Transition programme. €
Nov 24, 2020 13:51
Closing arguments underway in Melia manslaughter trial
A 32-year old man told Gardaí that he felt in danger moments before punching a man outside a bar in Longford causing fatal injuries.
Oct 13, 2020 13:41
Boil Water notice put in place for Lanesboro
A Boil Water Notice has been put in place for Lanesboro this evening. Irish Water has confirmed the notice affects almost 5,000 people. The
Oct 2, 2020 18:18
Minister announces feasibility study for possible green energy hub at Lough Ree power station
The Minister for the Environment expects a feasibility study into the establishment of a green energy hub at the Lough Ree Power station will be
Sep 23, 2020 13:25
Lanesboro Councillors call on ESB to delay plans for demolishing Lough Ree power station
The ESB is being criticised for advertising contractors to demolish the Lough Ree power station. The Lanesboro facility, which is currently offline- is due to
Sep 10, 2020 16:21Shannonside Newsletter
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