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Peaceful protest to take place against plans to house asylum seekers in Roscommon
It comes following an application by Noel Whelan to accommodate those seeking International Protection in the town.
Jul 1, 2025 13:24
Just over 1,900 houses purchased by private entities across region
These can include private companies, charities, or state bodies.
Jul 1, 2025 13:14
Local guidance counsellor advises students ahead of CAO deadline
They have until 5 o'clock this evening to make changes to chosen courses.
Jul 1, 2025 13:10
Roscommon GAA receives green light for alteration works at new centre
County planners approved the development with two conditions attached.
Jul 1, 2025 11:07
Over 200 learner drivers caught driving unaccompanied this year locally
The figures are on track to exceed those for last year.
Jul 1, 2025 08:23
Longford says HSE must 'pull its socks up' and develop minor injury unit
Cllr Peggy Nolan was speaking following a recent meeting between Fine Gael Senator Micheál Carrigy and Tánaiste Simon Harris.
Jul 1, 2025 07:36
Major festival to mark 35th anniversary of closure of Arigna mines
The Arigna 35 Festival includes a commemoration Mass, a night with the miners, and a dinner dance.
Jun 30, 2025 16:57
Paschal Fitzmaurice elected as Cathaoirleach of Roscommon MD
The Castlerea man served as the county council Cathaoirleach last year.
Jun 30, 2025 16:57
Young male hospitalised following collision in County Roscommon
His injuries have been described as serious but non-life threatening.
Jun 30, 2025 16:46
South Roscommon school moves closer to commencing major building project
Brideswell National School had previously sought permission for the conversion of its existing three-classroom building into a two-classroom Special Education Needs base.
Jun 30, 2025 13:50
Drop in the level of compliance at Department of Psychiatry in Roscommon Hospital
The Mental Health Commission has just published it's annual report for 2024.
Jun 30, 2025 13:44
Over 350 people in the region caught not wearing seatbelts while driving last year
New figures show that just under 300 drivers in the Roscommon/Longford/Mayo Garda Division were caught not wearing seatbelts in 2024.
Jun 30, 2025 13:36
Senator confirms new playground in Longford Town to officially open in coming weeks
Significant works have been taking place at the former Longford Greyhound track since Christmas.
Jun 30, 2025 11:39
Green light for anti-crime taskforces in Shannonside region
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan has signed regulations that will allow community safety partnerships to be set up around the country.
Jun 30, 2025 08:13Shannonside Newsletter
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