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Gardaí not suspecting electrocution following death of man in Elphin area yesterday
Gardaí received reports yesterday of a man in the Mantua area who was allegedly cutting a hedge and snipped a cable.
May 9, 2026 13:18
Local former minister says Ireland should boost trade links with Azerbaijan
Terry Leyden held the trade and marketing portfolio as a junior minister from 1989 to 1992.
May 9, 2026 10:46
Excitement builds in Roscommon ahead of Connacht Senior Football Final
It's the first time in 8 years that King and Moffatt Dr. Hyde Park has hosted the final.
May 9, 2026 08:54
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship to dock in Tenerife tomorrow
It's being met with opposition, with protests breaking out at the parliament building on the island yesterday.
May 9, 2026 08:25
Great turnout at Darkness into Light walks across Shannonside region
Hundreds of locals set off in the early hours to raise funds for Pieta's biggest fundraiser, which supports its suicide and self-harm prevention services.
May 9, 2026 07:37
Two men jailed for Athlone burglary
The court heard the victim was in recovery and was provided with the accommodation in Westmeath by the Simon Community.
May 8, 2026 18:17
Drug-related intimidation cases rise locally
Drug-related intimidation is a pervasive and under-reported form of criminal activity that affects individuals, families and communities in Ireland.
May 8, 2026 18:14
Travel advice issued ahead of Connacht final
May 8, 2026 18:12
Around 20,000 expected in Roscommon for Connacht final
Motorists are advised to expect delays around the Roscommon Town area throughout the day.
May 8, 2026 18:08
New Longford clinic could be developed within two years
Councillors gave their backing for the state-of-the-art clinic at the old Providers building in the town.
May 8, 2026 17:56
Ukrainian man charged with fatal Ballaghaderreen assault remains on bail
The court previously heard that Yevhen Shutko (46) was claiming self-defence.
May 8, 2026 17:48
Retired An Post workers protest in Longford town
They're against current financial penalties imposed on retired An Post workers.
May 8, 2026 17:36
Man charged with serious New Year’s assault that resulted in man’s death further remanded on bail
The court previously heard that Yevhen Shutko (46), with an address at Loughlynn, Co Roscommon,was claiming self defence when charged with the alleged assault.
May 8, 2026 14:12
Calls for All-Ireland handball champion to be honoured at Civic Reception
Roscommon's Fiona Tully captured the 4-wall Senior Singles Championship in Croke Park in March.
May 8, 2026 13:43Shannonside Newsletter
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