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Councillor says no senator for Roscommon-Galway is 'a blow' to area
It’s after Independent Eugene Murphy and Fine Gael’s Aisling Dolan lost their seats on Friday night.
Feb 2, 2025 13:09
Irish Red Cross launches support hubs for students impacted by power outages
The Irish Red Cross has launched the 'Happy Hub' initiative in a number of locations, including counties Leitrim and Monaghan.
Feb 2, 2025 12:14
Connacht GAA secretary hopes Air Dome will be rebuilt by the end of 2025
John Prenty has been speaking after the Dome was destroyed over a week ago during Storm Éowyn.
Feb 2, 2025 09:40
Outgoing senator Eugene Murphy sets his sights on next General Election
Eugene Murphy's recent defeat ends his 40-year streak of unbroken service as a public representative.
Feb 2, 2025 09:28
Ukrainian refugees to face homelessness if hosting scheme is not extended
The scheme came into effect in July 2022 to encourage people to open their homes to Ukrainian refugees.
Feb 2, 2025 08:04
LISTEN: Longford councillor Paraic Brady elected as a senator
The Fine Gael politician has won a seat on the agricultural panel in the Seanad elections.
Feb 1, 2025 17:11
LISTEN: Castlerea crash victim known for 'random acts of kindness', funeral hears
The 85-year-old died after being hit by a car while walking on the R337 near Castlerea on Monday evening.
Feb 1, 2025 16:56
LISTEN: Eugene Murphy talks about his future in politics after losing out on Seanad seat
The outgoing senator says he would consider running in the next General Elections in five years' time.
Feb 1, 2025 15:20
Boil water notice for Boyle lifted with immediate effect
The water notice impacted customers in Boyle, Ardcarne, Knockvicar, Cootehall, Grangemore, Ballinameen, Croghan, Cortober Village and surrounding areas.
Feb 1, 2025 14:26
New housing development in North Longford given green light
Longford County Planners approved the application with 16 conditions attached.
Feb 1, 2025 13:19
Longford councillor Paraic Brady to win a seat in the Seanad
Councillor Brady, from Fine Gael, is leading the way of the remaining candidates.
Feb 1, 2025 13:04
Local MEP calls for further government support with many still without power
The ESB are continuing restoration efforts with some crews drafted in from Europe to help.
Feb 1, 2025 11:56
Motorists caught driving at high speeds in Co. Westmeath
It comes as An Garda Síochána conducts an extensive Roads Policing Operation over the St Brigid's Bank Holiday weekend, which will continue until 7am on Tuesday.
Feb 1, 2025 10:44
Two local councillors in strong contention to become senators for the first time
They should know their faith later today, with counting resumed at 9:30 this morning.
Feb 1, 2025 10:17Shannonside Newsletter
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