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New men's shed could be in the pipeline for Ballymahon
A local group has taken the initiative to advocate for a new shed in Ballymahon and are currently gauging interest for the project.
Jan 11, 2026 11:25
Peter Burke wants to be Public Expenditure Minister next year
The Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath TD told The Sunday Times: "I'd love the opportunity to serve in one of the money ministries. I wouldn't hide that absolutely one bit."
Jan 11, 2026 09:45
Anniversary Mass for County Leitrim Farmer Liam Farrell Takes Place Today
The 87-year-old lived alone in Rooskey and was found dead at the back door of his home on Sunday 13 January 2020.
Jan 11, 2026 09:13
Status Yellow Weather Warning Issued for County Leitrim This Afternoon
Met Éireann are advising that there could be some fallen trees and branches and difficult travelling conditions.
Jan 11, 2026 09:06
Man in His 40s Killed in N22 Crash in Kerry
Two cars collided near Dromadeesirt at around twenty to 7 yesterday evening.
Jan 11, 2026 08:28
"Government sent clear message by rural Ireland" - local TD speaks at anti-Mercosur protest
Thousands of tractors and protestors on foot protested in the midlands town before gathering at the TÚS campus this afternoon.
Jan 10, 2026 13:50
Fitzmaurice Pledges Ongoing Resistance to Mercosur Trade Deal
He was speaking in Athlone today as thousands of farmers staged a protest against the deal.
Jan 10, 2026 13:16
Funeral of man who died after alleged Ballagh assault to take place in England, as fundraiser raises almost €10,000
Father-of-three Jordon Newin, from England, died after alleged assault in Ballaghaderreen in the early hours of New Year’s Day.
Jan 10, 2026 11:59
Gardaí warning motorists of icy conditions along Carrick-on-Shannon roads
An Garda Síochána is reminding people to dry safely and to take care as frost persists throughout the weekend.
Jan 10, 2026 11:38
Thousands of Farmers Rally in Athlone Against Mercosur Trade Deal
It comes as EU member states voted in favour of the deal yesterday with Ireland voting No.
Jan 10, 2026 10:54
Significant traffic expected in Athlone throughout the day
Motorists are advised to expect significant traffic in Athlone and surrounding areas ahead of a protest being staged today.
Jan 10, 2026 09:34
Large crowds expected to descend on Athlone for anti-Mercosur rally
The event is being organised by Independent Ireland politicians and supported by national farming bodies.
Jan 10, 2026 09:16
Agriculture Sector Raises Concerns After Mercosur Trade Deal Approved
The deal will open the EU market to almost a hundred thousand tonnes of beef a year.
Jan 10, 2026 08:05
Traffic management plan confirmed ahead of anti-Mercosur protest in Athlone
An Garda Síochána is advising motorists a traffic management plan will be in place.
Jan 9, 2026 17:13Shannonside Newsletter
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