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Lack of running tracks across region highlighted in the Seanad
They are the only counties in Ireland that don't have a track for local athletes to train on.
Apr 25, 2026 12:53
Train lines serving local region see increase in passenger numbers
The figures come as Irish Rail highlight the importance of reporting incidents on services to it's anti-social text line.
Apr 25, 2026 11:45
Local TD says government must stop 'treating additional needs as inconvenience'
That's according to local Sinn Féin TD Sorca Clarke, who was speaking during a debate on Special Education in the Dáil this week.
Apr 25, 2026 09:25
New €505 million fuel support package for farmers to be unveiled next week
It will be part of the 505 million euro package set out by the Government following the nationwide fuel protests.
Apr 25, 2026 08:23
Over 110 local adults living in emergency accommodation in March
The figure was revealed in the Department of Housing's monthly report.
Apr 24, 2026 17:55
Temperatures set to remain high across Shannonside region
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen a soar in recent days.
Apr 24, 2026 17:40
Alterations requested for terms of 20-wind turbine development in Roscommon
The previously approved plans are now under review by An Coimisiún Pleanála.
Apr 24, 2026 17:28
Local TD calls for further investment of Corlea Trackway
Micheál Carrigy asked the OPW whether further enhancement of the Corlea Trackway was on the cards.
Apr 24, 2026 17:21
Researchers at TUS call for televised lottery draws to take place after 9pm
The team is calling for the draws to take place after 9pm.
Apr 24, 2026 13:49
Four Athlone councillors call for IPAS centre in Lissywollen to be removed
Late last year, the High Court ordered it appropriate to quash the ministerial statutory instrument that provided the legal basis for the accommodation centre.
Apr 24, 2026 13:40
Footfall reported to be down in Frenchaprk following opening of bypass
A 7km section of the major road project was opened by Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien last month.
Apr 24, 2026 13:38
Murphy refuses to rule out running in next General Election
He ran as an Independent two years ago after the party selected Martin Daly to run in Roscommon-Galway.
Apr 24, 2026 13:29
Over 350 new social homes now in delivery pipeline across the region
The report provides a detailed overview of new-build activity across local authorities and Approved Housing Bodies nationwide.
Apr 24, 2026 13:20
Minister for Education opens two new special education classes in Castlerea
Apr 24, 2026 13:15Shannonside Newsletter
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