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Young boy who died after being struck by a car in Mullingar named locally
The fatal incident happened shortly after 6.30pm yesterday evening at the Farranshock Estate.
Apr 22, 2025 17:35
Local TD says Government not doing enough to support teachers
Sorca Clarke believes teachers are facing major challenges that weren't an issue even five years ago.
Apr 22, 2025 17:19
Roscommon GAA seeking minor alterations to planning application for Centre of Excellence
The Dermot Earley Centre of Excellence received €5.5m worth of funding as part of Large-Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund at the end of 2024.
Apr 22, 2025 17:14
Roscommon resident in Iraqi jail facing serious health issues
His wife Desree says he's been in hospital three times over the past week and can barely walk.
Apr 22, 2025 13:50
Motorist clocked at close to triple the speed limit in North Longford
That stretch of the road is a 60k zone, with the driver almost triple the prescribed limit.
Apr 22, 2025 13:43
Local Councillor pays tribute to former chairperson of Roscommon LGFA
Michael Cunningham died peacefully last Tuesday in Sligo Hospital.
Apr 22, 2025 13:25
Local MEP writes to Justice Minister requesting support for new Liam Farrell investigation
87-year-old Liam Farrell was found dead outside his home in Rooskey in January 2020, and his family believes he was attacked.
Apr 22, 2025 13:21
Motorcyclist remains in serious condition following crash in Longford
The young man was airlifted to hospital after his bike collided with a car on a local road at Mullaghavorneen beside Ballymacormack Cemetery.
Apr 22, 2025 13:14
Decision due today on new Aldi store proposed for Boyle
The German company wants to build the store in St Patrick Street, and there would be 96 car-parking spaces.
Apr 22, 2025 11:38
Pope Francis was the Pope for those ignored by other Pontiffs says local priest
Father Eamon O'Connor is a parish priest in Strokestown.
Apr 22, 2025 08:23
Boy dies after being struck by car in Mullingar
It happened shortly after 6.30pm yesterday evening, at the Farranshock Estate.
Apr 22, 2025 05:53
Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after Longford crash
His bike collided with a car on a local road at Mullaghavorneen, Ballymacormack, shortly after 6pm.
Apr 21, 2025 22:39
Road closed after car and motorbike crash in Longford
It happened at around 6 o'clock this evening on a local road at Mullaghavorneen, Ballymacormack.
Apr 21, 2025 20:31
Pope died from stroke and heart failure, Vatican says
The Vatican's released more details of what happened, also revealing he had fallen into a coma.
Apr 21, 2025 20:14Shannonside Newsletter
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