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Popular south Leitrim hotel comes under new management
The Lough Allen Hotel in Drumshanbo had been closed for a number of years and most recently used for Ukrainian refugees.
Aug 19, 2025 13:48
Drumlish man was 'first point of contact' for those emigrating to New York
Longford County Council will unveil a bench in memory of Mike Prunty this afternoon at Corn Hill.
Aug 19, 2025 13:41
Tributes paid to popular Strokestown man following sudden passing
Anthony Bosquette will be laid to rest on Thursday following funeral mass at Strokestown Parish Church.
Aug 19, 2025 13:29
Local TD says vacant pub developments not enough to solve housing crisis
His comments come as local authorities receive notification of eleven developments to turn vacant pubs into housing units.
Aug 19, 2025 13:23
Gardaí investigating public order incident in Longford town
It follows reports of an altercation involving three males which occurred at around 11.20.
Aug 19, 2025 13:11
Increase in domestic calls locally to Gardaí in 2024
Figures published by the Justice Minister show that domestic abuse calls increased by 45 per cent in the past four years.
Aug 19, 2025 11:59
11 notices to convert pubs locally since 2018
In 2022, the exemption was extended to allow vacant pubs to be converted into homes.
Aug 19, 2025 10:48
Heather Humphreys confirms she will seek Fine Gael's nomination for President
The former Minister and Cavan-Monaghan TD confirmed the news on the Joe Finnegan Show this morning
Aug 19, 2025 09:26
Memorial bench to be unveiled in Longford today in honour of late community champion
Longford County Council will host the ceremony at Corn Hill in Drumlish at 4 o'clock.
Aug 19, 2025 08:40
Just over 9,000 passports issued locally in first six months of 2025
The figures come as the Department of Transport is urging the public to check their passport expiration date prior to travelling and apply for their renewal early.
Aug 19, 2025 07:51
Public urged to ensure they have working smoke alarms
Figures show that there were almost 500 fire incidents in the Shannonside region last year.
Aug 18, 2025 17:50
TFI called on to take over school transport scheme
Many parents have been concerned in recent years regarding a lack of school bus places available.
Aug 18, 2025 17:35
Man released without charge following Mayo crash
Gardaí are appealing to anyone with any information to make contact with them.
Aug 18, 2025 17:20
Contraband seized following Midlands operation
The drug seizures were made as a result of risk profiling and with the assistance of detector dogs Sam, Ciara and Enzo.
Aug 18, 2025 16:53Shannonside Newsletter
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