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Taoiseach vows to reduce VAT rate for hospitality businesses
Taoiseach Simon Harris is vowing to reduce it to 11 per cent for hospitality businesses, excluding hotels, if the party is re-elected to Government.
Nov 10, 2024 09:16
Leitrim councillor Des Guckian to contest general election
The Dromod-based Independent has become the 14th declared candidate in the constituency, with four in Leitrim and 10 in Sligo.
Nov 9, 2024 19:42
National Bravery Awards recognises local hero who saved child from burning building
Mark Kelly from Mullingar was awarded a Silver Medal and a Certificate of Bravery at the ceremony held at Farmleigh House in the Phoenix Park on Friday.
Nov 9, 2024 12:30
ESB Networks issues warning to General Election candidates
A statement from the ESB said the placement of election material is strictly prohibited and poses a serious safety risk.
Nov 9, 2024 11:20
RSA urges political parties to recognise road safety while campaigning
It's warning road safety needs to be recognised during the election campaign.
Nov 9, 2024 08:20
Details released on Achonry and Elphin diocesan amalgamation meetings
Bishop Kevin Doran says a potential name or administrative centre for the new diocese had not yet been discussed in detail.
Nov 8, 2024 17:43
Roscommon Councillor rules himself out of contesting General Election
Councillor Waldron stated he will continue in his efforts to raise important issues such as the recent recent spike in rural crime.
Nov 8, 2024 17:27
PODCAST: Should Castlerea have an indoor swimming pool?
It was called to discuss carrying out a feasibility study into developing an indoor pool in the town, as well as assessing the current facilities.
Nov 8, 2024 17:05
Over €1.2 million awarded to local animal welfare groups
101 animal welfare charities across the country are in line for funding of €6 million in Department of Agriculture funding.
Nov 8, 2024 13:54
Gardaí in Carrick warning of pickpockets in public spaces
They are appealing for witnesses after a woman on the Dublin to Sligo train reported being robbed as she arrived into Carrick On Shannon.
Nov 8, 2024 13:46
Taoiseach officially calls General Election for November 29th
Simon Harris has been speaking outside Government Buildings in the last few minutes.
Nov 8, 2024 13:43
Leitrim councillor wants HSE to consider Ballinamore ambulance base
It comes after a 73-year-old man in Ballinamore was forced to wait two hours for an ambulance last month.
Nov 8, 2024 13:36
Naughten: Time for 'new generation' of politicians in Roscommon-Galway
The outgoing Roscommon-Galway TD, first elected in 1997, announced his decision not to contest the General Election last year.
Nov 8, 2024 13:28
'The End of an Era'- Local TD departs from Dáil Éireann
Outgoing Sligo-Leitrim TD Marc McSharry says his 22 years as an Oireachtas member was a 'frustrating privilege'.
Nov 8, 2024 13:28Shannonside Newsletter
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