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Plans lodged to redevelop popular south Leitrim hotel
The former hotel has been closed since 2024 and was most recently used as accommodation for those fleeing the war in Ukraine
Apr 15, 2026 17:13
Support given for Boyle bypass
Roscommon County Council has prepared a Draft Local Transport Plan for the town.
Apr 15, 2026 17:11
Minister urged to install Superintendent in Longford town
It follows reports this week that the current Garda chief is set to move to another division.
Apr 15, 2026 17:09
Dáil hears of litany of problems at local hospital
He was speaking during a government bill that aims to address delays in delivering state infrastructure.
Apr 15, 2026 17:04
Special class on the way for county Leitrim school
It's one of the 45 new special classes announced by the Department of Education, of which five will be inclusive special classes.
Apr 15, 2026 16:51
Largely positive HIQA report for Roscommon centre
HIQA has published the findings of an inspection, which took place in November last year, the details of which have been published today.
Apr 15, 2026 13:39
New report highlights Leitrim's GP shortage
New analysis by the Irish College of GPs has been published.
Apr 15, 2026 13:36
Dáil hears impact of lack of water supply in Leitrim
Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny says the South Leitrim Water Scheme serves two thirds of the county's population.
Apr 15, 2026 13:33
Hopes new forestry minister will address local issues
Michael Healy-Rae's departure announcement yesterday means a fourth minister for forestry will be appointed in six years.
Apr 15, 2026 13:32
New bypass needed for Boyle and N61 upgrade - report
The N61 is the road that links Boyle to Athlone via Roscommon town.
Apr 15, 2026 12:59
We need cost-of-living supports and mini-Budget - Flaherty
Joe Flaherty applauded farmers for their recent protests - and apologised to them for 'what they had to do'.
Apr 15, 2026 09:19
Local Fine Gael senator says his party 'got it wrong' on fuel protests
Speaking in the Seanad yesterday, Longford senator Paraic Brady defended those who protested in the capital.
Apr 15, 2026 07:51
Water quality meeting in Castlerea tomorrow night
Experts will outline progress made under the current River Basin Management Plan and discuss priorities in the new Water Action Plan.
Apr 15, 2026 07:19
Investigations continuing into alleged Athlone assault
Apr 14, 2026 18:19Shannonside Newsletter
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