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Planning for Solar farm in Westmeath appealed to An Bord Pleanála
The plans include 781,500 square metres of photovoltaic panels on ground mounted steel frames and 17 hardstands to hold electrical skids.
Oct 31, 2024 13:32
Local pet owners reminded to keep animals secure this Halloween
While fireworks, trick or treaters and bonfires can be fun for humans, they lead to increased stress in pets.
Oct 31, 2024 13:25
Gardaí issue warning over rogue traders in Roscommon
The warning follows reports that bogus callers were targeting homes in one town.
Oct 31, 2024 13:17
Roscommon designer delighted after handcrafted witch is recovered
The witch was taken from outside a house in the Roscommon Town area in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Oct 31, 2024 11:17
Public meeting in Glinsk tonight to discuss recent burglaries
The rural crime event is being organised by the Enough is Enough group, who recently held a protest rally in Castlerea.
Oct 31, 2024 09:23
Launch of Hot Air Ballooning Championships in Boyle today
The 53rd edition of the event will take place from the 20th to 26th of September next year.
Oct 31, 2024 09:19
Department of Integration to cease refugee accommodation at Cuisle
A spokesperson confirmed it would begin the process of relocating the 26 Ukrainian refugees currently housed there.
Oct 31, 2024 08:30
Two local winners set to be presented with National Garda Youth Awards
The 'Go Yellow' project from Longford Town and Cormac Petrie from Knockcroghery were each recognised for their contribution to the community.
Oct 30, 2024 17:54
Local TD critical of plans to temporarily relocate Air Ambulance from Athlone
Sinn Féin Deputy Claire Kerrane says moving the service for a period of six to eight weeks was 'unacceptable'.
Oct 30, 2024 17:30
Gardaí in Longford issue warning regarding scam texts
The text tells the individual that they are entitled to discounted electricity bills under the emergency benefit scheme.
Oct 30, 2024 17:22
Athlone Councillors issue order to stop construction at refugee centre
Initial work has begun on the site at Lissywollen as part of plans to house up to 1,000 international protection applicants.
Oct 30, 2024 13:57
Former TD would welcome Leitrim candidate on Fianna Fáil election ticket
The 70-year-old, from Ballymote, is running alongside Sligo councillor Edel McSharry in a two-candidate strategy in the constituency.
Oct 30, 2024 13:37
Fourth person appears in court in relation to stabbing in Longford town
During the course of the investigation into the public disorder, Gardaí have recovered a number of items such as slash hooks, a machete, shovels and a samurai sword.
Oct 30, 2024 13:34
Gardaí appealing for witnesses following Athlone hit and run
A man in his 60s who was walking was hit by a car, which failed to stay at the scene.
Oct 30, 2024 13:31Shannonside Newsletter
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