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Parishioners claim they weren't informed of dioceses amalgamation meeting
Around 100 people gathered in the Athlone Springs Hotel in Monksland last night to share their views.
Sep 26, 2024 13:43
Shed Distillery most popular tourist attraction in the region last year
50,000 people visited the Co Leitrim facility in 2023, according to Failte Ireland. Lough Key Forest and Activity Park in Boyle was second, with nearly 46,000 visitors.
Sep 26, 2024 13:38
Motorists in Rooskey critical of new trial traffic system
The village's historic bridge normally has no specific area for walkers to cross the Shannon.
Sep 26, 2024 13:28
Department of Integration confirms former Longford hotel to house Ukrainian refugees
The former Park House Hotel in Edgeworthstown has been derelict for a number of years with planning permission granted in 2022 for it's demolition.
Sep 26, 2024 13:21
Local Cllr withdraws from Fianna Fáil selection convention in Roscommon-Galway
It was confirmed earlier that Senator Eugene Murphy, Cllr John Keogh, Dr Martin Daly and Malachy Hand were all nominated alongside Fitzmaurice.
Sep 26, 2024 13:16
Monaghan musician through to national final of Local Music Hero competition
Mia Black, a student from Castleblayney in Monaghan will now perform in the Grand Finale at The Academy in Dublin on Tuesday, October 15th.
Sep 26, 2024 11:39
Fianna Fail reveal nominees for Roscommon/Galway selection convention
Fianna Fail does not currently have a seat in the constituency.
Sep 26, 2024 11:37
Calls for pedestrian footpath trial on Rooskey bridge to be scrapped
A two-week trial started on Monday, involving a pedestrian walkway - but with a one-way system for motor traffic.
Sep 26, 2024 07:26
Roscommon Councillors seek meeting with Minister for Justice
It was revealed at the meeting that the amount of Gardaí stationed in the Castlerea/Boyle district has decreased by 50% since 2012.
Sep 26, 2024 07:22
Close to 100 people in South Roscommon attend meeting with Bishop
Bishop Kevin Doran was addressing a meeting in Monksland last night to discuss the future amalgamation of the dioceses of Achonry and Elphin.
Sep 26, 2024 07:17
Longford activist highlights disability care shortfall at European Parliament
James Cawley Jnr is a longtime campaigner for more supports and rights for those living with a disability.
Sep 25, 2024 17:38
Roscommon athletics track could be complete in 2026 after funding boost
The new 400m track, which will include provision for field sports, recently received planning approval from Roscommon County Council.
Sep 25, 2024 17:29
Tax incentives needed to develop hotel in Boyle - Moylan
It's after plans for a boutique hotel in Elphin Street have been scrapped, with the property now for sale.
Sep 25, 2024 17:14
Five people nominated to contest Fianna Fáil convention in Roscommon-Galway - to be held tomorrow week
The convention will be held in the Abbey Hotel in Roscommon town tomorrow week.
Sep 25, 2024 17:02Shannonside Newsletter
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