News - N5

Local woman raises concerns regarding traffic on rural roads

It's due to the Tulsk to Boyle road being closed until late August because of the upgrade of the N5.

Jun 18, 2025 13:00

It's due to the Tulsk to Boyle road being closed until late August because of the upgrade of the N5.

Jun 17, 2025 12:58

They’re being reduced from 80 kilometres an hour to 60 around the country, to try to address rising road-deaths.

Nov 25, 2024 15:27

The Transport Manager of Longford-based haulage firm says the road was impassable in places this morning.

Nov 20, 2024 12:20

Four fire brigades and local Gardaí were at the scene when the fire broke out shortly before 8pm.

Nov 17, 2024 12:41

The statement also referred to extensive public consultation prior to Part 8 planning being approved by Roscommon County Council members.

Jun 8, 2024 08:17

According to the Department of Integration, the B&B will host 24 people consisting of families seeking International Protection.

Mar 28, 2024 07:47

The works are expected to be substantially completed by October 2027.

Feb 23, 2024 13:13

It's expected to cost in the region of €450 million.

Dec 8, 2023 17:10

The initial contract was cancelled by Roscommon County Council after Roadbridge went into receivership last year.

Nov 29, 2023 14:56

The project is expected to increase road safety in towns and villages along the route and act as a boost to the local economy.

Nov 21, 2023 13:06

Works will include the construction of approximately 34km of new road from the western end of the existing N5 Ballaghaderreen Bypass to Scramoge.

Sep 26, 2023 15:38

There have been three fatalities on the Roscommon leg of the national route in the last three months.

Aug 1, 2023 18:17

The closure is in effect between the hours of 8am and 6pm.

Jul 27, 2023 11:14

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