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Roscommon-based company seeks planning for over 300 car parking spaces
A Natura Impact Statement has been prepared in respect of the proposed development, and a decision is due by mid-August.
Jun 25, 2025 11:07
Roscommon Council criticised for renting office space in Boyle to a semi-state company for €1,050 a month
It's leasing 1,400 square feet of the former Royal Hotel building to Coillte for 10 years.
Jun 25, 2025 08:23
Roscommon Councillor calls for people repeatedly littering to be jailed
The council has signed off on a three-year crackdown against the issue - with 570 complaints received last year.
Jun 25, 2025 07:39
LISTEN: Popular Castlerea pharmacy closes this evening
Business owner Gareth Johnston says the store in Castlerea is no longer economically viable.
Jun 24, 2025 17:58
Rates set to remain unchanged for 96pc of Roscommon businesses next year
It's after the council signed off on a Small Business Waiver Support Scheme yesterday.
Jun 24, 2025 17:50
Man jailed for four years over fatal Roscommon crash last year
Lorry driver Shaun Curran of Middle Dore, Bunbeg in Co Donegal, was today jailed for five years with the final twelve months suspended, for dangerous driving causing death.
Jun 24, 2025 17:37
Roscommon council vows to take illegal dumpers to court if needed
€150 fines will be issued for those caught littering - which could increase to €4,000 in court.
Jun 24, 2025 17:31
Longford school to receive €20,000 to enhance safety measures
The funding was allocated to St. Earnan's National School in Killashee under the Safe Routes to School scheme.
Jun 24, 2025 13:49
Main Elphin Diocese cathedral to reopen following restoration work
The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Sligo has been closed for the past six months.
Jun 24, 2025 13:39
Leitrim Council urged not to grant one-off casual trading licences
A Fine Gael councillor brought forward a motion ahead of a busy festival in Drumshanbo.
Jun 24, 2025 13:30
Government urged to back Sean Mulryan's ambitious plan for Athlone
The plan, put forward by Seán Mulryan's Ballymore Group, would aim to cater for a population of 100,000 by 2040.
Jun 24, 2025 13:20
Almost 25% increase in litter complaints in Roscommon last year
There were 464 in 2023 and 570 last year, when only 57 fines were issued.
Jun 24, 2025 13:14
Hopes a new leaseholder will take over Ballaghaderreen bar and restaurant
Durkin's of Ballaghaderreen has been managed by Patrick Sharkey for the past five years.
Jun 24, 2025 13:11
Public consultation on new Lough Key greenway taking place today
The state is looking to choose potential routes for the cycleway and walkway.
Jun 24, 2025 10:45Shannonside Newsletter
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