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Man named following fatal collision in Longford
He has been named locally as 36-year-old Francis Kelly with an address in County Longford.
Jan 4, 2026 15:11
Roscommon Council teams up to enhance National Famine Way
The National Famine Way runs from Strokestown to the docks in Dublin.
Jan 4, 2026 12:12
Ukrainian man charged with assault after man dies following Ballaghaderreen incident
Yevhen Shutko, 46, appeared in Roscommon District Court this morning.
Jan 4, 2026 11:18
Status yellow snow and ice warnings extended across Shannonside region
A low of minus 6 point 8 degrees was recorded overnight, and snow has fallen in parts of the north-west.
Jan 4, 2026 10:57
N5 bypass to be "game-changer" for West of Ireland
That's according to Roscommon County Council Chief Executive Shane Tiernan.
Jan 4, 2026 10:31
Man dies after serious assault in Ballaghaderreen
The man in his 30s, who was taken to Beaumont Hospital with critical injuries after an incident on Barrack Street in the early hours of New Year’s Day, has since passed away.
Jan 4, 2026 08:53
Extra care urged on roads amid Status Yellow ice warnings
The north and west of the country are worst hit, with snow forecast in places.
Jan 4, 2026 08:32
Arson attack on cars in County Meath condemned
Eight cars were set ablaze at a car park off Main Street in Duleek shortly before 11 o'clock on Friday night.
Jan 4, 2026 08:20
Man (30s) dies in Longford crash
Another man, aged in his 30s, has been taken to hospital with serious injuries, but they aren't life-threatening.
Jan 3, 2026 21:37
Gardaí attending scene of collision in Co. Longford
Gardaí have confirmed local diversions are in place and the road closure is set to be held for the night.
Jan 3, 2026 20:56
Feasibility study underway for potential hotel in Boyle
The North Roscommon Town has been without a hotel for around 15 years.
Jan 3, 2026 14:35
Status yellow snow and ice warning in place across Shannonside region
Temperatures are set to fall as low as minus four degrees, with wintry showers, frost and icy patches expected.
Jan 3, 2026 13:23
Gardaí step up enforcement as Christmas period ends
The operation aims to curb speed related collisions and curb drink and drug driving and will continue until Monday.
Jan 3, 2026 11:45
Local Minister of State looks ahead to 2026
Frank Feighan was named as Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure with responsibility for public procurement, digitisation and E-Government in mid-November.
Jan 3, 2026 09:40Shannonside Newsletter
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