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Roscommon County Council issues advice for those seeking humanitarian assistance
Roscommon Leader Partnership and many community and sports groups throughout the county are co-operating to assist those who are still without power and water.
Feb 3, 2025 15:16
New electric vehicle charging hub in Roscommon town 'a boost' for residents
It will feature fast and slow charging points which will benefit local residents, schools and businesses.
Feb 3, 2025 13:52
Roscommon Gardaí discover significant quantity of cocaine
Members of the Divisional Drugs Unit stopped a car near Strokestown last Friday.
Feb 3, 2025 13:42
President of Carrick Chamber of Commerce says cash is still king
It comes as customers around the region struggled to make purchases following Storm Éowyn, with card readers in many shops and businesses temporarily out of action amidst power cuts.
Feb 3, 2025 11:32
Political analyst believes Eugene Murphy should rejoin Fianna Fáil
He quit the party in November after they refused to select him to run in the general election.
Feb 3, 2025 11:27
Local councillor confident Frank Feighan will still deliver for constituency despite losing out on Junior Ministry
The Government role will allow Deputy Feighan to focus on issues affecting the constituency.
Feb 3, 2025 10:52
Northern Ireland Finance Minister elected to Seanad
The MLA's move to Ireland's upper parliamentary house is expected to influence discussions on Irish unity.
Feb 3, 2025 10:19
Roscommon restaurant offering food for those without power and water
Callers will also be able to charge their phones at the restaurant.
Feb 3, 2025 09:51
Around 6,000 homes and businesses in Roscommon still without power
The county is one of the worst affected in the country for power outages.
Feb 3, 2025 09:26
Social welfare rates to increase at the end of next month
The pay related jobseeker's benefit comes into effect on the 31st of March, for those who lose their jobs, with the payment being linked to their previous earnings.
Feb 3, 2025 08:06
International technicians work to restore power in Roscommon
Thousands of people remain without electricity, almost 10 days after Storm Eowyn.
Feb 2, 2025 19:20
New medical evidence emerges in Garda investigation into death of Longford baby
Baby Doriana Kluska died as result of a head injury at Children's Health Ireland Temple Street in Dublin on June 4, 2017.
Feb 2, 2025 19:14
LISTEN: Councillor confirms power will be restored to Ballinameen by early next week
The village has been one of the worst affected areas in Co. Roscommon during Storm Éowyn.
Feb 2, 2025 13:29
Local Labour Party candidate secures Seanad seat
She will now be one of eleven members of the Seanad's Labour panel.
Feb 2, 2025 13:21Shannonside Newsletter
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