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Sinn Féin to back Catherine Connolly in presidential race
It comes after months of uncertainty about Sinn Féin's strategy for the elections, with party leader Ms McDonald ruling herself out of the race.
Sep 20, 2025 13:14
Second bus being arranged to address massive demand for Ballymahon to Longford service
The LR24 route is experiencing high demand as kids make their way to and from school.
Sep 20, 2025 12:30
Plans delayed for potential new 72-room hostel in Carrick
Goldpine Partnership applied to Leitrim County Council to develop the hostel at Flynn's Field in the town earlier this year.
Sep 20, 2025 11:21
Crowds to gather for Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships in Roscommon
It's taking place at 4 o'clock in Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle - where two flights a day will take place until next Friday.
Sep 20, 2025 09:45
Longford runner to compete for gold at Tokyo World Athletics Championship
His home athletics club, Longford AC, will screen the race live in their building in Longford town.
Sep 20, 2025 09:20
Local TD calling out Danny Healy-Rae's comments on autism
He says the Kerry TD's remarks caused hurt to people on the autism spectrum and their families.
Sep 20, 2025 07:31
Campaign group calls public meeting over north Roscommon wind farm
The public meeting is taking place in Kilglass GAA club on Sunday, September 28th, at 7pm.
Sep 19, 2025 22:28
Up to 10 Roscommon children couldn't go to school this week because of transport issues
The Frenchpark to Castlerea Road closed on Monday and will remain shut until November 3rd, due to the upgrade of the N5.
Sep 19, 2025 17:28
Calls for safety measures to be installed on a Co. Roscommon road
Sinn Féin Councillor Leah Cull raised the issue at today's Boyle Municipal District meeting.
Sep 19, 2025 17:23
Hot Air Ballooning Championships lift off tomorrow in Boyle
It's expected to draw large crowds to the north Roscommon area - as it's the first time it's been held there in over 30 years.
Sep 19, 2025 13:21
Roscommon County Council urged to proceed with Tarmonbarry works
Cllr Tom Crosby claims over €70,000 was spent on the preparation of plans and related works in 2023 and 2024.
Sep 19, 2025 13:12
Culture Night events to take place locally
It's the 20th edition of the annual celebration.
Sep 19, 2025 13:11
Excitement building in Longford ahead of Cian McPhillips' world final
Sep 19, 2025 13:06
Local TD calls for urgent meeting with Health Minister over Portiuncula
Sinn Féin's Claire Kerrane says the decision to widen the definition of 'high-risk' pregnancies at the hospital has caused widespread fear and worry.
Sep 19, 2025 13:02Shannonside Newsletter
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