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Roscommon has third fewest tourism beds in Ireland
Tulsk councillor Sean Moylan says he hopes more tourism beds come on stream in Roscommon.
Apr 30, 2026 12:43
Farmer, accused of animal cruelty in Elphin, granted bail in High Court
He is now out of Castlerea Prison, where he'd been for a month.
Apr 30, 2026 12:06
St Christopher's Special School in Longford allocated extra class
Fine Gael TD Micheál Carrigy says it will accommodate six children.
Apr 30, 2026 11:10
Celebrations in Roscommon as under-20s win Connacht title
They beat Mayo after extra time in the final in Tuam last night.
Apr 30, 2026 09:19
Gardai appeal for help to track down Leitrim burglars after Newtowngore break-in
Gardai say a dark-coloured BMW estate was involved and the occupants were offering power-washing services.
Apr 30, 2026 08:24
'A very well known and loved individual' - popular Strokestown man died after Longford crash
The man in his 80s was struck by a car on Earl Street on Tuesday morning and was critically injured.
Apr 30, 2026 07:44
Leitrim councillor says mini-Budget is not needed
The government this week announced a further €100 million Fuel Support Subsidy Scheme for farmers, contractors and fisheries.
Apr 30, 2026 07:21
Longford health facility gets green light from planners
The application was approved by Longford county planners this week, subject to 11 conditions.
Apr 30, 2026 07:14
Roscommon artist's exhibition to open All-Ireland Drama Festival
Avril Egan, a Curraghboy woman now based in Athlone, will open the exhibition tonight at 7.15pm.
Apr 29, 2026 17:48
Roscommon IFA Chairman welcomes latest fuel supports announcement
Applications for the supports will open next week for farmers and farm contractors, and in ‘two-to-three’ weeks for hauliers and coach operators.
Apr 29, 2026 17:40
Local TD says Government hasn't tackled ongoing cost of living crisis
Sinn Féin's Claire Kerrane says the situation wouldn't be tolerated in other European countries.
Apr 29, 2026 17:33
Up to 30 per cent of Longford road signage is 'unnecessary'
That's according to councillor Seamus Butler, who called for any available underspends from other budgets to be directed at fixing road signs across the county.
Apr 29, 2026 13:39
Local senator rejects concerns about impact of social media ban on rural children
The government is considering banning under-16s from accessing social media.
Apr 29, 2026 13:33
Gardaí attend scene of suspicious activity in Longford Town
According to footage shared on social media, a woman was seen checking if the car doors of a vehicle parked outside a house were unlocked.
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