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Large crowds gather at Connolly Barracks for sod turning event
A €7 million development will transform the vacant building into a cultural and community hub.
Jun 29, 2026 13:50
Calls for an additional radiologist at Portiuncula University Hospital
Calls were made at last week's regional health forum west meeting for increased interventional radiological services at the facility.
Jun 29, 2026 13:47
Local Minister says road crash in Spain is devastating news
Three people from Co. Westmeath died in the crash near Malaga
Jun 29, 2026 13:44
GoFundMe appeal in aid of family of a Leitrim man who died in crash reaches €26,000
Daniel Taylor from Ballinamore died following a single vehicle collision last Thursday morning.
Jun 29, 2026 13:40
Over 80 patients waiting for a bed at local hospitals today
Nationally, University Hospital Limerick remains the country's most overcrowded hospital.
Jun 29, 2026 13:38
Co. Leitrim centre for people with disabilities receives positive HIQA report
An unannounced inspection was carried out at Shannon Quay residential centre in March.
Jun 29, 2026 08:28
Three Irish people die following crash in Spain
They are understood to be from Co. Westmeath.
Jun 29, 2026 07:47
Local councillors could be set to discuss GAA broadcasting rights
Kerry County Council recently passed a motion calling on the GAA to have all games on Free to Air TV in 2027.
Jun 29, 2026 07:39
Staffing and capacity 'major issues' at local mental health unit
The Mental Health Commission raised concerns about a 'further decline' in the standard of the Sligo-Leitrim unit.
Jun 28, 2026 13:30
Granard GAA club seeks planning permission for new pitch
Longford County Planners are due to decide on the application in August.
Jun 28, 2026 11:48
Councillor says latest broadband rollout makes Longford more attractive for workers
A special event in Moyne marked the milestone earlier this week.
Jun 28, 2026 11:44
Senator raises case of local woman whose stairlift stops working during powercuts
But she can't get a grant to adapt her house for a downstairs bedroom or bathroom.
Jun 28, 2026 10:29
Over 14,000 patients attend local A&E departments in first four months of 2026
The figures come following a question by county Leitrim councillor Felim Gurn at this week's meeting of the Regional Health Forum West.
Jun 28, 2026 09:11
VFI says dropping VAT rate is a 'lifeline' for hospitality sector
The Vintners Federation of Ireland is welcoming cutting the rate from 13 point 5 per cent to 9 per cent on July 1st.
Jun 28, 2026 08:07Shannonside Newsletter
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