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Athlone records temperature of 30 degrees celsius
With the heat expected to peak between 3pm and 5pm today, the public is urged to enjoy the hot weather safely and to protect skin and eyes from sun radiation.
Jul 12, 2025 13:20
Local Sinn Féin TD slams 'scandalous' government plans for GPO site
The party says the iconic building, central to the 1916 Easter Rising, should be preserved for cultural and historical use.
Jul 12, 2025 12:53
Status yellow high temperature warning takes effect across region
The Department of Agriculture issued a red warning yesterday for extreme risk of gorse and forest fires which runs until Monday.
Jul 12, 2025 12:10
Race director says Two Provinces Triathlon will bring boost to Lanesboro businesses
The first wave starts at 11am, with the first athlete expected to cross the line at 12:30pm.
Jul 12, 2025 10:16
Roscommon GAA superfan to open new AstroTurf pitch in Arigna
The event will include live music and it's part of the Arigna Community Festival.
Jul 12, 2025 09:31
Local TD to officially open new health and wellbeing centre in Roscommon
It is the the first dedicated power-assisted movement and wellbeing facility of its kind in the region.
Jul 12, 2025 08:18
Castlerea park run to mark anniversary of Douglas Hyde's death
An event called Parkrunabú is taking place in Castlerea Demesne this morning to mark the occasion.
Jul 12, 2025 07:30
LISTEN: Roscommon councillor hits out at 'hate' towards refugees
The Arigna woman says Ireland is not full.
Jul 11, 2025 22:38
Proposals to name new greenway bridge in Athlone after former TD
Cllr Paul Hogan brought forward the proposal at the March meeting of Athlone-Moate Municipal District.
Jul 11, 2025 17:11
Fears of a repeat of Gortaganny blaze as red forest fire warning issued
Hundreds of acres of forestry was burned in that fire in May.
Jul 11, 2025 16:09
No change to property tax adjustment factor in Roscommon next year
Jul 11, 2025 15:32
Man killed in Westmeath crash is named
The two-vehicle collision occurred near Ballinalack at around 4.20 pm on Wednesday.
Jul 11, 2025 14:37
Glowing tributes paid to Leitrim doctor who died on holidays in France
His funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr Frank Garvey in St Mary's Church in Annaduff this morning.
Jul 11, 2025 13:06
New car park proposed for Strokestown, amid public realm dispute
The €8 million plan will involve the loss of some car-parking, which has angered some locals.
Jul 11, 2025 13:06Shannonside Newsletter
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