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Dáil hears of 'extremely poor' public infrastructure in the North-West
Leitrim TD Martin Kenny was speaking during a debate about the Critical Infrastructure Bill.
Apr 17, 2026 18:11
Local TD says poor infrastructure hampering development in the north-west
Over-reliance on a small number of water treatment plants as well as overcrowding at Sligo University Hospital were among some of the issues raised.
Apr 17, 2026 17:20
Sinn Féin TD says government has failed to address domestic violence locally
Recent figures show there are no domestic violence refuge units in counties Leitrim, Laois, Cavan and Monaghan.
Apr 17, 2026 17:19
Longford Fianna Fáil councillor says Taoiseach should 'bow out gracefully' after EU Presidency
It comes after Micheál Martin says he doesn't feel his leadership is under threat.
Apr 17, 2026 13:39
Some counties at a disadvantage when it comes to ambulance care - Scahill
He first complimented emergency services for how they dealt with a fire on a train between Dublin and Roscommon last week.
Apr 17, 2026 13:35
Weather set to improve across the region this weekend
Showers are set to minimise this evening, giving way for some prolonged spells of sunshine for the rest of the weekend and into next week.
Apr 17, 2026 13:25
Minister to officially reopen outdoor games area in Longford this month
The Minister for Rural and Community Development will be making the visit in two weeks' time.
Apr 17, 2026 13:11
Inquest hears of 70 crashes in space of 20 years on bend near Strokestown
Roscommon Coroner's Court heard three were fatal and six caused serious injuries.
Apr 17, 2026 13:07
Local Minister rejects claims that the Government is 'weak'
It follows senior Fianna Fáil Ministers insisting now is not the time for a leadership heave against Micheál Martin.
Apr 17, 2026 13:01
Tax relief to refurbish homes now extended to property owners in Athlone
It's under the Living City Initiative which aims to tackle dereliction.
Apr 17, 2026 12:09
Two long standing businesses in West Roscommon put on the market
The Fiddlers Elbow and The Castle Nightclub in Ballaghaderreen have both been placed on the market recently.
Apr 17, 2026 08:15
Over 800 short-term lets across the region last year
Figures revealed by the Minister for Tourism Peter Burke show there was an average increase of 22.6% in short-term rentals across the region since 2022.
Apr 17, 2026 07:42
PODCAST: Top forensic scientist says evidence could be gleaned from Leitrim man's exhumation
Liam Farrell, 87, died in suspicious circumstances in Rooskey in January 2020.
Apr 16, 2026 19:04
Over €200,000 earmarked for protection of local monuments
The new wave of the Community Monuments Fund was announced this afternoon by Ministers James Browne and Christopher O'Sullivan.
Apr 16, 2026 17:52Shannonside Newsletter
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