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Roscommon Senator praises government support for post offices
An investment of €15 million per year was allocated to the post office network in Budget 2026
Nov 7, 2025 12:09
Poultry farmers told to get flu vaccine, amid bird flu crisis
The HSE says there's a risk if they get both of "viral reassortment," which is a potential risk of viruses swapping genetic material.
Nov 7, 2025 08:42
Environmental concerns raised over Carrick's massive fire
Two boats went on fire at the boardwalk jetty, opposite the Landmark Hotel, on Tuesday night.
Nov 7, 2025 07:37
Leitrim council's budget to increase by €4m next year
The council has identified several highlights for expenditure in 2026.
Nov 7, 2025 07:22
Roscommon senator wants increase in Telephone Support Allowance
The allowance is an extra €2.50 per week paid to people on certain social welfare payments.
Nov 6, 2025 17:50
Carrick businessman urges Leitrim councillors to reject rates increase
Leitrim County Council wants to increase rates by 5 per cent next year.
Nov 6, 2025 17:39
Deadline approaches for circular economy grants applications
The grants, worth 100-thousand euro in total, can be allocated to groups delivering projects which provide an environmental, social or cultural impact.
Nov 6, 2025 17:29
Aldi would be much-needed boost for Boyle - postmaster
The German supermarket giant has applied for planning permission for an outlet on Patrick Street.
Nov 6, 2025 17:28
Roscommon TD wants tighter restrictions on asylum applications
Roscommon-Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice told the Dáil this week the current system for processing immigrants is "not working"
Nov 6, 2025 17:17
Over 100 patients left waiting on trolleys at local hospitals
That's according to the latest figures released by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
Nov 6, 2025 13:15
Reminder for homeowners ahead of Local Property Tax deadline
Property owners must self-assess the value of their property before telling Revenue how they wish to pay the tax.
Nov 6, 2025 13:11
Calls for tougher action against unauthorised developments across Co. Longford
It's felt some developers are blatantly ignoring planning laws and enforcement notices already issued by the Council.
Nov 6, 2025 13:07
No nitrates derogation announcement imminent, says Minister
The derogation gives farmers permission to exceed standard limits of livestock manure nitrogen per hectare.
Nov 6, 2025 13:04
Local poultry farmers on high alert after another confirmed case of bird flu
It was detected in a commercial turkey flock near Kells in Co. Meath.
Nov 6, 2025 13:01Shannonside Newsletter
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