News - Michael D Higgins
Carrick-on-Shannon woman says Catherine Connolly will be a great president for all
Lola Gonzalez Farrell, from the Social Democrats, campaigned for Catherine Connolly.
Oct 26, 2025 13:49
President Higgins calls for action in response to famine in Gaza
He says yesterday's report, announcing the famine in the war-torn country, has not come as a surprise.
Aug 23, 2025 08:16
Local TD officially appointed as Minister for Further and Higher Education
It comes following President Michael D Higgins' approval of legislation which will enable the new Minister of State to take up office from next Tuesday.
Feb 22, 2025 08:34
Local TD criticises President for flash flooding comments
Michael Fitzmaurice has urged more to be done for the Irish citizens facing flash flooding in the past week.
Oct 29, 2023 09:15
Oldest victim of Creeslough tragedy to be buried today
A gathering is expected to place place in Creeslough this afternoon to mark a weke since the tragedy
Oct 14, 2022 08:48
Local Fine Gael TD defends governments housing record
Peter Burke says he can understand the frustration about the housing situation in this country but adds that President Michael D Higgins comments are not based on evidence
Jun 15, 2022 17:48
Michael D Higgins will lead a 1916 Easter Rising commemoration today
The ceremony will take place at the GPO at noon.
Apr 17, 2022 09:39Shannonside Newsletter
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