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Books of Condolences open at Garda stations across the region in memory of Garda Kevin Flatley
The 49-year-old lived in Dublin, but his dad was from Cloooncrim in Ballinlough.
May 12, 2025 13:36
Urgent action needed to tackle ongoing bog fire in North Longford according to local senator
Several units of the Longford fire service attended the fire at Cloonaugh bog last night, with the flames extinguished over night.
May 12, 2025 13:24
Over 500 people sign petition calling for catering trolley to be reintroduced on Sligo-Dublin rail service
The catering service hasn't been available on the busy route since the Covid pandemic.
May 12, 2025 13:12
Carrick on Shannon councillors rule out traffic lights system at Rooskey bridge
A survey of over 600 people, which was presented at todays meeting, showed that 84% would be against a traffic light system being installed.
May 12, 2025 12:59
Longford is worst in the country for power cuts
Data provided by the Irish Mail on Sunday revealed the area had the highest risk of power cuts last year.
May 12, 2025 11:30
Garda killed in Dublin yesterday had strong links to County Roscommon
The Garda Commissioner has paid tribute to Garda Flatley, describing it as a reminder of the dangers faced by members of the force.
May 12, 2025 08:55
Over half of priests in Elphin Diocese are from abroad
The area includes a lot of the Shannonside region, including Boyle, Castlerea, Roscommon town and Athlone.
May 12, 2025 08:27
Large bog fire still burning in Longford, according to local Senator
Longford, Granard and Edgeworthstown Fire Service units are tackling the fire on Cloonaugh Bog close to the village.
May 12, 2025 08:24
Emergency Services tackling bog fire outside Drumlish Village
Longford, Granard and Edgeworthstown Fire Service units are tackling the fire on Cloonaugh Bog close to the village.
May 11, 2025 22:50
Garda killed after being hit by motorbike at checkpoint
The officer has been named as 49-year-old Kevin Flatley, a father-of-two, who was based in the roads policing unit in Dublin Castle.
May 11, 2025 22:34
Local businesswoman says multinational companies posing threat to smaller enterprises
That's according to one south Roscommon businesswoman who says she's had to refurbish her shop tin a bid to boost footfall.
May 11, 2025 14:54
Longford County Council launches Bike Week events
The week will also see multiple cycling events for children and local secondary school students each day of the celebration.
May 11, 2025 12:52
HSE seeking tenders for upgrade of alarm systems in Longford medical clinic
Tenders opened this week for the upgrade of the fire detection, alarm system and emergency lighting system at St Joseph's on the Dublin Road.
May 11, 2025 12:25
Councillor urges council to buy 'eyesore' historic building in Frenchpark
Local councillor Liam Callaghan says it has fallen into disrepair and is dangerous.
May 11, 2025 12:19Shannonside Newsletter
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