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TD says lack of specialist nurses for Sligo Hospital brain unit 'unacceptable'
It was revealed this week that the neurology unit was below its recommended number of staff.
Feb 3, 2022 07:40
Public urged to take part in webinars on proposed changes to water services locally
The webinars are taking place until the 14th of next month and aim to explain to people how water services may change in the coming years
Feb 2, 2022 18:07
Local Junior Minister hopes new legislation will end frivolous objections in planning
Longford Westmeath TD and Minister of State Peter Burke is seeking approval for a major overhaul of planning laws
Feb 2, 2022 17:48
Tanaiste to look at stalled roads projects including Longford to Mullingar upgrade
The N4 Longford to Mullingar N4 upgrade is one of 8 major roads projects which have had funding suspended for this year by Transport Infrastructure Ireland
Feb 2, 2022 17:34
Longford Environmental Officer asks for farmers patience on waste burning issue
The ending of the exemption on burning agricultural waste has left farmers risking breaking the law if they want to clear their land of smaller trees and bushes
Feb 2, 2022 16:55
Noel Treacy remembered as hard working and dedicated politician
The 70year-old was a lifelong member of Fianna Fail.
Feb 2, 2022 13:55
Increase in pension age won't bring additional savings - Naughten
It's also recommending 'flexibility' to allow people with 40 years of contributions to receive the state pension at the age of 65.
Feb 2, 2022 13:42
Roscommon Gardai investigating multiple burglaries in recent days
Several homes were targetted by thieves last week in different locations in the county.
Feb 2, 2022 13:19
Carrick businessman left deeply frustrated by further delays to town's facelift
The Council has expressed its unhappiness at the quality of some of the works completed in the town.
Feb 2, 2022 13:02
Death announced of former TD Noel Treacy
The Galway-native was involved in politics from a young age.
Feb 2, 2022 11:00
Report recommends no increase to state pension age
The government has previously warned that by 2040 there will be difficulties in paying the pension to those eligible at 66.
Feb 2, 2022 08:19
Council expresses concern over quality of some of Carrick-on-Shannon street works
The project has been hit with several delays in the last two years.
Feb 2, 2022 07:25
Major power outage reported near Lanesboro
The outage was reported just before 6pm.
Feb 1, 2022 18:28
Hopes St. Brigid's Day holiday to rekindle local interest in ancient history
The new bank Holiday will take effect on the feast day from 2023 onward.
Feb 1, 2022 17:54Shannonside Newsletter
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