News - Minister Dara Calleary
Local politicians welcome boost from Community Recognition Fund
The funding was announced by Minister for Rural and Community Development Dara Calleary, who's visiting Roscommon today.
Jun 5, 2025 13:38
Over €1 million in funding announced for local community projects
It's part of a €17 million funding announcement nationwide involving 212 community projects.
Jun 5, 2025 10:05
Minister for Rural and Community Development visiting Roscommon today
Dara Calleary will start his visit to Co Roscommon in Arigna at 10 o'clock, when he officially open Arigna Discovery Park.
Jun 5, 2025 07:29
120 local primary schools availing from Hot School Meals Programme
The figures were revealed following a parliamentary question by Cork North West TD John Paul O'Shea to Social Protection Minister Dara Calleary.
May 28, 2025 14:01
Free travel scheme being expanded in September for local pensioners
From this September, this is being extended, and everyone over 70 will be able to bring a companion.
May 23, 2025 07:18
Local walking trails approved to join new walks scheme
Minister Dara Calleary announced today that 22 new trails will be joining his Department's Walks Scheme.
May 16, 2025 13:13
Minister calls for a compromise in Ballaghaderreen public realm enhancement row
Local residents and business owners are angry at the €4.5 million plan, which would see 47 car-parking spaces removed from the town.
Apr 25, 2025 13:43
Minister officially opens Mohill Public Realm Improvement Scheme
The €3.7 million upgrade of the town includes pedestrian crossings, new road surfaces, lighting and street furniture.
Apr 24, 2025 13:16
Over half of Storm Éowyn aid claims unpaid in Shannonside region
The Humanitarian Assistance Scheme was activated on January 23rd to help householders affected by Storm Éowyn.
Apr 13, 2025 14:55
Over €11 million in national funding secured to support local communities
Initiatives in counties Leitrim, Longford, and Roscommon will be eligible for the funding, which has increased to €65,000 per project this year.
Apr 4, 2025 17:35
Senator welcomes €428,000 for Longford community centres
Seven community centres in the county are to benefit from the funding, which has been announced by rural development minister Dara Calleary.
Mar 11, 2025 17:35
€1.6 million in funding for community centres across the region
The funding was announced by Minister for Rural and Community Development Dara Calleary.
Mar 11, 2025 13:01
Minister urged to support Longford businesses impacted by fire
Minister Dara Calleary will arrive at the scene of Sunday's fire in the town centre shortly to examine the damage.
Jul 31, 2024 13:42Shannonside Newsletter
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