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Local group raises concerns over plans for refugee accommodation in Roscommon
It comes following Noel Whelan's application for an exemption from An Bord Pleanála to use Academy House for up to 17 refugees.
May 21, 2025 13:45
Over 1,900 residential properties sold locally last year
Of the 1,900 sales made in the region last year, just 380 were from first time buyers.
May 21, 2025 13:30
Michael Holland Senior to take Anthony Waldron's council seat
Sources say the alliance that controls the local authority is set to back him.
May 21, 2025 12:45
Shannonside region set for Rás Tailteann arrival this afternoon
There’ll be traffic restrictions in Co Leitrim between 2 o’clock and 4pm and rolling road closures on the N61 in Boyle between 3 and 3.45.
May 21, 2025 11:34
Longford cookery school wins major innovation award
Fiona Egan says they are proud that their work is helping people keep a connection with the land.
May 21, 2025 11:26
Boyle in line for boost today as Rás Tailteann Stage One finishes in the town
It starts in Drogheda and also goes through Carrigallen, Mohill and Carrick-on-Shannon.
May 21, 2025 08:43
Local Senator says landowners affected by fires should receive state compensation
Gareth Scahill told the Seanad the blazes in Gortaganny caused extensive damage over the weekend.
May 21, 2025 07:22
Council previously refused local refugee housing over public safety concerns
Planning documents seen by Shannonside FM News state the proposal had the potential to endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard or obstruction of road users.
May 20, 2025 17:41
HIQA report raises concerns over midlands refugee accommodation centre in Athlone
Residents paid tribute to the supportive nature and kindness of staff, but highlighted issues with the mobile home accommodation units.
May 20, 2025 17:34
Traffic restrictions in place tomorrow as Rás passes through Boyle
The 155.5km stage from Drogheda is expected to finish in the north Roscommon town between 2 and 4 pm.
May 20, 2025 13:19
Young Longford apprentice wins major international trades competition
Dan O'Shea from Fort Hill has beaten over 2,700 apprentices from across the UK and Ireland to be named this year's Screwfix Trade Apprentice champion.
May 20, 2025 13:16
Local MEP says LEADER funding must be maintained over next decade
Roscommon received €18 million, while Longford and Leitrim LEADER Partnerships have had €15 and 14 million respectively allocated to them.
May 20, 2025 13:11
Boyle gearing up to welcome Rás Tailteann tomorrow afternoon
Around 145 cyclists from Ireland, the UK, Mexico, Germany, and other countries will take part.
May 20, 2025 13:06
Shannonside region sees close to 50 million euro in LEADER funding over last 10 years
The fund is part of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy and funded through the EU and Irish Government.
May 20, 2025 12:16Shannonside Newsletter
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