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Official name agreed for new Longford playground
The new, state-of-the-art amenity has been named 'The Sunflower Park', while the former greyhound track at the Park Road site will now be known as 'Longford People's Park.'
Jul 15, 2025 07:17
Garda Commissioner to meet Liam Farrell's family this month over suspicious death
Drew Harris has agreed to meet Liam Farrell's family on Thursday, July 31, at Garda Headquarters in Dublin.
Jul 14, 2025 19:34
Department turns down offer for refugee centre in Rooskey
The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration confirms it received an offer for the property to be used as an IPAS centre.
Jul 14, 2025 19:20
Gardaí in Roscommon detect a number of motoring offences over past week
Two of the motorists subsequently tested positive for cocaine.
Jul 14, 2025 17:40
Night-time restrictions in place following water disruption in South Leitrim
Residents in Drumshanbo, Ballinamore, Keshcarrigan, Fenagh, Cloone and surrounding areas are experiencing disruption today.
Jul 14, 2025 17:34
Festival organiser criticises Government over lack of funding
He was speaking after the Arigna Community Festival wrapped up on Saturday.
Jul 14, 2025 13:30
MEP wants local authority to work with Europe on vacant buildings
The European Commission will announce funding this week to set up new circular economy and research projects in Ireland.
Jul 14, 2025 13:23
'More state funding needed for local festivals' - Arigna man
The four-day programme of events marked the 35th anniversary of the closure of Arigna mines.
Jul 14, 2025 13:16
Serious concerns for future of pub trade in Roscommon town
Over 150 pubs in the Shannonside region have closed since 2005.
Jul 14, 2025 13:13
Plan for Carrick hostel for 244 guests 'very ambitious' - Flynn
A planning application has been sent to Leitrim County Council for the proposal, which relates to Flynn's Field in the town.
Jul 14, 2025 13:10
South Leitrim residents facing serious disruption to water supply
Uisce Éireann says a water treatment plant interruption will lead to supply issues until 9 o'clock tomorrow night.
Jul 14, 2025 13:07
Remains of popular Frenchpark fire victim not yet released to family
Sources say the formal identification process is not yet complete.
Jul 14, 2025 12:45
Local rescue crew spend six hours attending call outs during warm weather
The RNLI continue to encourage people to contact the Coast Guard by calling 999 or 112 at the earliest opportunity.
Jul 14, 2025 11:33
Teenager critically injured in Tuam crash
The 19-year-old woman was injured in a two-car collision on the Ballygaddy Road in Tuam shortly after 6pm.
Jul 14, 2025 09:49Shannonside Newsletter
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