News
Men detained in Midlands after drugs bust
The nationwide operation began on Monday, with 16 homes and businesses searched.
Feb 19, 2026 13:48
Overcrowding continues in hospitals
The Health Minister says there's been a 10 per cent reduction in the daily 8am trolley count.
Feb 19, 2026 13:34
Seanad hears of impact of assault on teacher
Following the incident, which occurred a year ago, the teacher remains in pain and continues to receive surgery.
Feb 19, 2026 13:32
Safety of roads outside north Roscommon schools to be improved
Transport Infrastructure Ireland has allocated Roscommon County Council almost €95 million.
Feb 19, 2026 13:15
Hopes of 'significant' jobs boost for Castlerea - as three plots of land to be sold next week
Roscommon County Council is set to sell three pieces of land in the Demesne to different companies - Connaught Contractors, Colleran Building and Civil Engineering, and All Star Shredding.
Feb 19, 2026 13:10
'No GPs available' to Roscommon IPAS residents
There are 193 people, including 87 children, living in IPAS accommodation in the county.
Feb 19, 2026 13:06
Longford senator calls for 'phone-blockers' in cars and tractors
Over 25,000 drivers were caught using a hand-held mobile phone in 2024.
Feb 19, 2026 13:03
Roscommon council writes off nearly €1.5m in business rates
€456,000 were in the Roscommon town area, and over €300,000 in both Boyle and Ballaghaderreen.
Feb 19, 2026 12:57
Plans for short-term rental homes in Boyle get the green light
Mervyn Boles applied for planning permission for significant works at the 'Boles of Boyle' building.
Feb 19, 2026 12:53
Two thirds of people in rural areas can't get a taxi, research finds
New research from the Competitions and Consumer Protection Commission reveals one in four people experienced problems while trying to hail a cab, and gave up.
Feb 19, 2026 09:19
Unqualified teenagers driving powerful tractors and trailers - Longford senator
Senator Paraic Brady says sometimes teenagers drive tractors and loaded trailers that weigh up to 35 tonnes.
Feb 19, 2026 08:24
Future of Castlerea Musical Society to be discussed tonight - with no show this year
Members and supporters are invited to attend a meeting taking place at Tully's Hotel in Castlerea at 8pm tonight.
Feb 19, 2026 07:36
Drug-driving Longford pharmacist, who assaulted a garda, due to be sentenced today
At Longford Circuit Court last week, 42-year-old Sean Stakelum, of Park Road, Longford, pleaded guilty to charges arising from incidents in October 2020 - including assaulting a garda, dangerous driving, and drink and drug-driving.
Feb 19, 2026 07:21
Man pleads guilty over Garda dog attack in county Longford
Edward ‘Blondie’ Stokes and his wife Sharon Stokes entered their eleventh hour pleas just before their jury trial was set to begin at Longford Circuit Court this morning, more than seven years after the incident took place.
Feb 18, 2026 17:36Shannonside Newsletter
Sign up now to keep up to date with the latest news.
Athlone Rd, Townparks,
Longford, Ireland
Eircode: N39 RR67
Copyright © 2026 Shannonside FM. Developed by Square1 and Powered by PublisherPlus