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Mary O'Rourke's funeral to take place in Coosan, Athlone, on Monday
Her nephew and former junior minister, Conor Lenihan, has also been remembering her fondly.
Oct 4, 2024 10:51
Murphy: Add me to the Fianna Fáil ticket in Roscommon-Galway
Fianna Fáil decided to select only one candidate for the forthcoming election with many calls from local delegates asking for a two-candidate strategy.
Oct 4, 2024 07:41
LISTEN: Bertie Ahern pays tribute to his former colleague Mary O'Rourke, from Athlone
Roscommon’s Terry Leyden was in government with her in the Eighties and early Nineties when they were both in Fianna Fáil.
Oct 4, 2024 07:18
Leitrim council makes two presentations to All-Ireland winning ladies' footballers
Several speakers, including cathaoirleach Paddy O’Rourke, reflected on the joy their success brought to the county.
Oct 4, 2024 00:02
Kenny and McManus to represent Sinn Fein in Sligo-Leitrim in general election
McManus beat Councillor Thomas Healy in a vote for the Sligo nomination, while Kenny was selected unopposed as the Leitrim candidate.
Oct 3, 2024 23:35
Former MEP Chris McManus selected as Sinn Féin general election candidate in Sligo-Leitrim
TD Martin Kenny is set to be confirmed as the Leitrim representative, with the party running a two-candidate strategy in Sligo-Leitrim.
Oct 3, 2024 21:44
Dr Martin Daly wins Fianna Fáil convention in Roscommon-Galway
Oct 3, 2024 20:53
Around 300 delegates set to choose Fianna Fáil candidate in Roscommon-Galway
Shannonside political analyst Ivan Connaughton says Martin Daly requires substantial Roscommon support to oust Eugene Murphy.
Oct 3, 2024 17:28
Gun ownership not the answer to local crime spree warns expert
Those in the areas affected by the spate of burglaries have been expressing their anger at the rising crime levels.
Oct 3, 2024 16:51
Longford Council seeking permission for significant recreational development
The project is planned for the Estate Green at Palace Crescent, Ardnacassagh on the Ballinalee Road.
Oct 3, 2024 16:27
Tributes paid to former Fianna Fáil Minister and political trailblazer Mary O'Rourke
She served as Minister for Education, Health and Public Enterprise in a political career spanning four decades.
Oct 3, 2024 16:18
Leitrim Gardaí appeal for information following Mohill burglary
The home at Drumgildra in Mohill was ransacked and a large amount of jewellery and a PS5 console, accessories and games were taken.
Oct 3, 2024 15:40
Irish Rail apologises to customers over timetable fiasco
It's moving some services back to the previous schedule, which was replaced at the end of August.
Oct 3, 2024 15:35
LISTEN: Murphy and Daly primed for Fianna Fáil selection battle
The two remaining candidates will face off for the party's nomination in Roscommon-Galway tonight.
Oct 3, 2024 15:26Shannonside Newsletter
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