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Revenue seize contraband in Midlands operation

The enforcement actions resulted in significant drug, tobacco, alcohol, and counterfeit goods seizures.

Jan 19, 2026 16:53

Enoch Burke Sent Back to Prison

He was arrested this morning after once again showing up at Wilson’s Hospital School despite being warned by a High Court judge to stay away.

Jan 19, 2026 14:24

Only 14pc of local primary teachers are men

Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon has 199 male primary school teachers and 1,205 female.

Jan 19, 2026 13:47

Six IDA visits locally between January and September

The purpose of these visits is to try to bring more foreign-direct investment to an area.

Jan 19, 2026 13:26

Work to commence on Roscommon route later this year

The project will proceed to the tender stage between April and June with works to commence later this year.

Jan 19, 2026 13:23

Traffic delays impacting Strokestown area

An 8 million euro upgrade of the town is well under way.

Jan 19, 2026 13:15

Former Drumcong Church Could Be Transformed Into Boutique Hotel

This unique building was built in 1976 by the parish of Kiltubrid, in the era of post-Vatican II.

Jan 19, 2026 12:34

70 patients stranded on trolleys in local hospitals

The number of admitted patients from the Shannonside region waiting on a hospital bed is once again up with Sligo Univeristy Hospital currently having 38 patients on trolleys.

Jan 19, 2026 11:20

Gardai probe 'violent disorder' after fight in Roscommon town

A male, aged in his 40s, was arrested at the scene under the Public Order Act.

Jan 19, 2026 10:29

Water Supply Disruptions Expected This Week

Customers in Elphin, Strokestown and surrounding areas are being advised to prepare for possible low pressure and water outages on Thursday, 22 January.

Jan 19, 2026 10:22