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Seán McGowan elected Cathaoirleach of Carrick-on-Shannon MD

He succeeds Fine Gael Cllr Maeve Reynolds who has held the position for the last year.

Jun 8, 2026 13:10

The library opened late last year following the completion of upgrade works at Dillon House, which had been closed since 2020.

Jun 8, 2026 13:07

The latest lrish Business Against Litter rankings have been published.

Jun 8, 2026 13:04

He's due to appear before Roscommon District Court later this month.

Jun 8, 2026 10:47

The Cathaoirleach of Carrick-on-Shannon Municipal District is a one-year role that includes an allowance of €6,000.

Jun 8, 2026 08:20

Drumboylan's imminent closure follows news last week that Slatta National School is to close by the end of June.

Jun 8, 2026 07:39

Carrick on Shannon, which was named Ireland's Tidiest Town last year, comes in at tied 5th with Ballinasloe on the IBAL rankings.

Jun 8, 2026 07:22

Castlerea had the highest pass rate in the region at 47.8 per cent.

Jun 7, 2026 14:53

The plans lodged by Tom Crosby include a restaurant, retail units and housing.

Jun 7, 2026 12:15

A 7km section of the major road project was opened by Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien earlier this year.

Jun 7, 2026 09:17

The figures have been published as part of an RTÉ Investigates report into dereliction and how it is being managed.

Jun 7, 2026 08:55

The Social Democrats has reached a record high in the latest Sunday Independent / Ireland Thinks opinion poll.

Jun 7, 2026 08:12

Sean Canney will cut the ribbon on the Active Travel Scheme in Granard, from Market Street to Barrack Lane.

Jun 6, 2026 13:16

It's seen as a significant moment for the local LGBTQ+ community and their supporters.

Jun 6, 2026 11:06

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