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Longford ICA event to host Christmas Craft Fair on Sunday
There will be a raffle and the opportunity to pick up some handmade gifts for loved ones this Christmas.
Dec 6, 2025 09:33
Annual Roscommon Christmas Festival begins later today
It's taking place on the square in Roscommon Town with events also planned for Loughnaneane Park.
Dec 6, 2025 09:26
Justice Minister progresses plans for electronic tagging of criminals
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan has published a request for tender for the provision of an electronic monitoring service provider.
Dec 6, 2025 08:22
Christmas Bingo Returns to Longford’s Temperance Hall After Covid
It will take place on Tuesday evening and will feature special guest caller, Cllr Peggy Nolan.
Dec 5, 2025 17:26
County Roscommon Represented by Local Twins on Late Late Toy Show Parade
The brother-and-sister duo were selected to showcase Roscommon in this year's celebration, bringing local spirit to a national audience.
Dec 5, 2025 17:16
Sligo-Leitrim Senator Calls for Debate on Ending Child Poverty
Labour Party's Nessa Cosgrove argues that child poverty is the result of political choices, and says the €750 million of VAT for restaurant chains or increased defence spending could instead be directed toward measures like enhanced child benefit.
Dec 5, 2025 17:05
Mohill FET Centre Poised for Major Upgrade Under New National Investment Plan
Enhanced workshops, digital learning suites, and modernised teaching spaces will position the centre as a premier hub for apprenticeships and lifelong learning.
Dec 5, 2025 16:57
Department Approves €1.8m for 25 New Affordable Homes in Co. Longford
The project is set to be carried out at Ard Michael on the Ballinalee Road in Longford Town.
Dec 5, 2025 16:50
Local councillor keen to see what Ireland learns from Australian social media ban
Minister for Media Patrick O’Donovan is to brief cabinet with proposals to verify the age of children on social media as part of larger plans to set a digital age of consent.
Dec 5, 2025 13:15
Local Minister calls for more funding for road networks
Sligo-Leitrim TD Frank Feighan told the Seanad the improvement and maintenance of the regional and local road network is the responsibility of each local authority.
Dec 5, 2025 13:12
Co. Westmeath disability centre receives positive HIQA report
An unannounced inspection of Candoris was carried out in August.
Dec 5, 2025 13:10
Over €140,000 announced to develop masterplan at Carrick business campus
The funding is part of an €18m national announcement made by the Department of Enterprise today.
Dec 5, 2025 13:08
LISTEN: Local people sleeping in doorways and cars - Kenny
Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny insists there is a homelessness crisis in his constituency.
Dec 5, 2025 13:05
PODCAST: Baptist church to open in former Carrick restaurant on Sunday
It will be based in the former Crumbs restaurant on Bridge Street, which has been converted into a chapel.
Dec 5, 2025 12:57Shannonside Newsletter
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