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Planning approved for Ballymahon's former convent
The well-known building will be developed into a new community centre to provide multiple services in the south-Longford area.
Mar 16, 2021 07:51
575 new cases of Covid-19 and no new deaths announced today
For the second day in a row, the nation has recorded no new deaths related to Covid-19, while Longford has once again moved to the top of the country's incidence rate with over double the national average.
Mar 15, 2021 18:05
Disappointment as few landowners engage with Athlone/Galway Greenway consultation
While over 10,000 submissions were received over the course of the public consultation on the major Greenway project, just a small proportion of them were from landowners along the perspective routes.
Mar 15, 2021 17:37Local Gardai call for re-evaluation of their place on vaccine roadmap
Gardai in the Shannonside Northern Sound region are raising concerns over the risk they'll pose to spreading Covid-19 to their families and the wider public should the HSE not re-evaluate their place on the vaccine lists.
Mar 15, 2021 17:20
Longford poet and performer earns rave reviews after TV appearance
The Longford woman and her best friend caused a Twitter meltdown with their brilliant interview
Mar 15, 2021 14:38
Controversial plans for 'destination centre' in Carrick-on-Shannon scrapped
Over 10,000 signatures had been signed by locals who were opposed to the project which was first mooted last July
Mar 15, 2021 14:11
CSO reveals local county has lowest proportion of people staying within 10KM
People in Roscommon are straying farthest from their homes according to data collected by Three and analysed by the CSO
Mar 15, 2021 13:57
Over 60 confirmed or suspected cases of Covid-19 in local hospitals
New figures from the Department of Health show that 12 people are receiving treatment for Covid-19 in critical care units across the region.
Mar 15, 2021 13:54
New 50-bed unit at Portiuncula hospital moves step closer
It's hoped that building works will begin later this year with the project costing approximately €15m
Mar 15, 2021 13:28
Local GP urges public not to lose faith in vaccines
30,000 people won’t receive the injection this week after it was temporarily deferred over concerns about blood clots.
Mar 15, 2021 13:13
Boyle joy as Cartoon Saloon nominated for another Oscar
The most famous awards in moviemaking will be announced in April and there is local interest yet again for people in north Roscommon.
Mar 15, 2021 13:04
Leitrim County Council publishes public consultation for small housing project
Over 500 people are waiting for social housing across County Leitrim according to documents prepared by the Council.
Mar 15, 2021 11:02
Longford Councillors welcome new promotion plan for Royal Canal
A launch of the new €12 plan will take place later this month ahead of what tourism operators are hoping will be a strong summer season.
Mar 15, 2021 08:17
30,000 people to miss out on vaccine due to pause on Astra-Zeneca this week
The decision will have a huge impact on Ireland's ability to roll-out vaccinations to thousands of people.
Mar 15, 2021 07:48Shannonside Newsletter
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