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Staff appointed to run new post office in Boyle
From February 3rd, it will be located in a former cafe and restaurant beside Kelly's Supervalu.
Jan 21, 2026 13:33
Gardaí continue to probe suspected petrol bomb attack in Athlone
The incident happened in the Magazine Avenue area of Battery Heights area of the town in the early hours of last Thursday morning, January 15th.
Jan 21, 2026 13:21
Baptising babies doesn't take their freedom away - Bishop Kevin Doran
In a wide-ranging interview, Bishop Kevin Doran discussed baptisms, falling marriage rates, the future patronage of schools, and Catholic Schools Week.
Jan 21, 2026 13:10
Mercosur trade deal to be referred to European Court of Justice - delaying it by up to two years
The majority of MEPs voted for the move in the European Parliament today.
Jan 21, 2026 12:04
Shannonside sports partnerships allocated almost €1m
Leitrim is getting almost €227,000, with Longford allocated nearly €312,000, and Roscommon getting almost €402,000.
Jan 21, 2026 10:53
Property giant to discuss Athlone masterplan with Roscommon councillors
The Ballymore Group boss wants to turn it into a green city, with a population of 100,000 by 2040.
Jan 21, 2026 09:38
Proposed solution for Strokestown traffic problems rejected
An €8 million upgrade of the town is well under way - with the roundabout currently being reduced in size.
Jan 21, 2026 08:56
Slight majority of MEPs support Mercusor deal
Politico has released a poll showing 319 MEPs support the deal, 301 opposing it, with 92 undecided and undeclared votes.
Jan 21, 2026 07:39
Roscommon council paid back €1.1m in Storm Éowyn costs
Over €1.1 million was spent by the local authority following the freak weather event last January.
Jan 21, 2026 07:25
Only go to Mullingar hospital in emergencies, urges management
Hospital management is asking anyone with non-emergency medical conditions to consider using other health services where possible.
Jan 21, 2026 07:20
Local MEP Hopes Mercosur Deal Will Be Overturned
Midlands North West MEP, Ciaran Mullooly was one of the organiser's of a large demonstration against the demonstration in recent weeks.
Jan 20, 2026 17:18
Calls intensify for additional special-education class at Ballyforan National School
Families have expressed increasing concern that the current level of provision is insufficient to meet the needs of children requiring autism-specific placements.
Jan 20, 2026 17:14
Local TD Calls on Bord Bia Chairperson to Resign
The comments come after Dawn Farms, a leading meat supplier, confirmed that Brazilian beef accounted for 1 per cent of its overall beef supply in 2025.
Jan 20, 2026 17:10
Overcrowding continues at local hospitals
The latest Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation report is out.
Jan 20, 2026 12:53Shannonside Newsletter
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