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Waldron supporter says Michael Holland Snr is 'ideal replacement'
It comes as Mairead Kenny officially withdraws from the race to be co-opted.
May 22, 2025 14:10
Criticism of local councillors over response to proposed refugee accommodation
It follows an application by Noel Whelan for an exemption to accommodate refugees at a property on Goff Street in Roscommon
May 22, 2025 13:55
Calls for local physiotherapy service to remain in place at St Joseph's
The service is currently operating from a temporary location on site.
May 22, 2025 13:51
Local TD accuses Government of 'betraying vulnerable children' due to delayed assessments
14-year-old campaigner Cara Darmody has been protesting over the issue outside Leinster House this week.
May 22, 2025 13:44
Former Leitrim Councillor Des Guckian passes away
Des Guckian was first elected in 2014 and served on Leitrim County Council as an Independent up until earlier this year.
May 22, 2025 12:54
Close to €30,000 in Heritage funding allocated to Roscommon projects
The Heritage Council is distributing more than €1.9 million through the scheme this year to support 132 heritage initiatives across Ireland.
May 22, 2025 12:11
Local senator says learner drivers being forced to drive without a fully qualified motorist
Over 83,000 people are currently waiting to take the exam.
May 22, 2025 07:42
One of Waldron's closest supporters "disgusted" Murray won't be taking council seat
The 12-person alliance that controls the council is backing Michael Holland Senior.
May 22, 2025 07:22
Local teen wins Garda Youth Award for running Leitrim D&D group
While it was created in the 1970s, D&D has become more prominent in recent years, featuring in popular TV shows such as Stranger Things and The Big Bang Theory.
May 21, 2025 18:04
Local crews dealing with a number of fires in Roscommon this evening
Chief Fire Officer John Keane says firefighters from Elphin, Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Ballaghaderreen and Ballyhaunis are involved.
May 21, 2025 17:20
Britain's Tim Shoreman wins first stage of Rás Tailteann in Boyle
It's the first time in 31 years the town has hosted a stage finish.
May 21, 2025 16:17
Major regeneration efforts needed following severe Roscommon fires this week says Senator
Bog area designated as a Special Area of Conservation was scorched in the fires just days after it was added to the list of National Trails.
May 21, 2025 13:59
Rás Tailteann to arrive in the Shannonside region shortly
It's passing through Carrigallen, Mohill and Carrick-on-Shannon, and will finish today in Boyle.
May 21, 2025 13:53
Region sees creation of first accessible sports club for children
The group, based in Drumlish, will be open to families across the region who's children live with a physical or cognitive disability.
May 21, 2025 13:46Shannonside Newsletter
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