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Cycleway bridge in Athlone to be officially named after Mary O'Rourke today
Taoiseach Micheal Martin is set to attend the event which gets underway at 11am.
May 1, 2026 08:15
Trade parts of Mercosur deal set to take effect for farmers from today
However, that's without approval from the European Parliament.
May 1, 2026 07:24
Funeral arrangements announced for Strokestown man who died after Longford crash
His removal will take place on Monday to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Strokestown, to arrive for funeral Mass at 11am, with burial afterwards in Strokestown Cemetery.
Apr 30, 2026 19:08
Roscommon County Museum is home to a very unique Rock 'n' Roll post box
The old An Post box is one of only six in the country - and was once struck by a vehicle connected to Thin Lizzy frontman Phil Lynott.
Apr 30, 2026 17:40
People in the region urged to support 'Hello, How are you?' campaign
The 'Hello, how are you?' campaign is calling on people to check in on loved ones and neighbours.
Apr 30, 2026 17:36
Local Cllr says he wasn't informed of application to house asylum seekers at Hayden's Hotel
Claddagh Ventures, who own the hotel, say the declaration had been sought by a third party.
Apr 30, 2026 17:33
Up to five refugee centres in Longford could close over the next year
It's after the government announced it's to begin withdrawing state accommodation from Ukrainians.
Apr 30, 2026 13:44
Data storage facility should be developed in Ballaghaderreen - Frain
Cllr Micheál Frain says the Aurivo dairy plant pumps a large amount of water into a nearby river.
Apr 30, 2026 13:38
Owners of Ballinasloe hotel say it won't be used to house asylum seekers
It follows an application from a third party to provide accommodation for those seeking international protection.
Apr 30, 2026 13:33
Roscommon people dying before getting house grants, as delays slammed
Cathaoirleach Liam Callaghan says the delays are unacceptable.
Apr 30, 2026 12:51
Roscommon has third fewest tourism beds in Ireland
Tulsk councillor Sean Moylan says he hopes more tourism beds come on stream in Roscommon.
Apr 30, 2026 12:43
Farmer, accused of animal cruelty in Elphin, granted bail in High Court
He is now out of Castlerea Prison, where he'd been for a month.
Apr 30, 2026 12:06
St Christopher's Special School in Longford allocated extra class
Fine Gael TD Micheál Carrigy says it will accommodate six children.
Apr 30, 2026 11:10
Celebrations in Roscommon as under-20s win Connacht title
They beat Mayo after extra time in the final in Tuam last night.
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