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Dáil to debate Ireland-Israel motion
It comes as the FAI is seeking to move the October match from Dublin to a neutral venue.
Jun 9, 2026 13:17
Report finds growing number of Gaeilge exemptions
Conradh na Gaeilge's report says it's a worsening crisis.
Jun 9, 2026 13:10
Over 10,000 learner drivers locally
The figures show there hasn't been any major increases in the past year across the region.
Jun 9, 2026 13:08
Local councillor wants review of Longford's Differential Rent Scheme
The Fianna Fáil councillor says households are struggling despite bringing in two incomes.
Jun 9, 2026 13:06
Over 50 waiting for a bed at local hospitals
The INMO's latest trolley watch report has been published.
Jun 9, 2026 11:13
Katie Taylor refuses to rule out future Presidential bid
She's due to bow out of boxing with her final professional fight confirmed for Croke Park in September.
Jun 9, 2026 10:44
Over 30 deer-related claims to Irish Insurance company in last 5 years locally
According to FBD insurance, it has recorded 36 deer-related claims since 2021.
Jun 9, 2026 08:23
Meeting hears construction on Carrick bypass won't start until 2029
The project remains on track for submission to An Coimisiún Pleanála in the last three months of this year.
Jun 9, 2026 07:41
Leitrim planners give go ahead for new AstroTurf pitch
Mohill Community and Sports Hub CLG applied in April for planning permission.
Jun 8, 2026 17:35
Local primary school awaiting a decision on possible amalgamation
Over the weekend, it emerged that Drumboylan National School will close its doors after 76 years.
Jun 8, 2026 17:33
Hopes site will be confirmed for Ballaghaderreen primary care centre soon
The project has been promised for many years, but has repeatedly fallen through.
Jun 8, 2026 17:29
Calls for a minor injuries unit to be developed in Carrick-on-Shannon
Construction of a new community hospital located on the Leitrim Road is expected to be completed in early 2027.
Jun 8, 2026 17:25
Special class on the way for local school
It's the fifth primary school in Longford to be sanctioned for a special class.
Jun 8, 2026 13:14
16 people locally are aged 100 or more
The Department of Social Protection has published the figures.
Jun 8, 2026 13:13Shannonside Newsletter
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