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Close to €140m in property sales recorded locally in first half of 2024
408 homes went on the market in Roscommon with the average cost recorded at close to €200,000.
Aug 16, 2024 13:32
Function in Co. Roscommon tonight to celebrate local priest
Monsignor Kevin Flanagan is celebrating the 65th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood - as well as his 90th birthday.
Aug 16, 2024 11:33
New plans identify need for more holiday beds in Carrick on Shannon
There are currently three hotels in Carrick - the Landmark, the Bush and Cryan's.
Aug 16, 2024 08:30
Gardaí seek information on missing Westmeath teen
Kelsey was last seen in Mullingar at approximately 5pm that evening.
Aug 16, 2024 07:43
Local development plan identifies site for much needed Carrick primary school
According to the draft local area plan, it could be located on lands zoned for social and community uses at and beside St Mary's Boys School in Summerhill.
Aug 15, 2024 17:27
Longford equine rescue hosts regional vet training session
The recent rescue of three donkeys from lands near Drumkeeran in Leitrim has led to the hosting of the training.
Aug 15, 2024 17:24
Over 800 homes sold throughout the Shannonside region this year
New figures from the CSO have revealed the number of homes, the types of buyer and the average cost of homes bought and sold locally.
Aug 15, 2024 13:34
Closure of army barracks decreases Irish Army numbers, says retired Defence Forces general
An article by the Irish Examiner this week states that for the first time in living memory, the strength of the Irish army has fallen below 6,000.
Aug 15, 2024 13:18
Local animal recuse fundraising impacted in aftermath of Longford fire
Hungry Horse Outside operates across the country from its headquarters in Longford.
Aug 15, 2024 13:16
Roscommon business was forced to temporarily shut over food safety issues
The Food Safety Authority say filthy premises, unsafe food storage, and inadequate pest control demonstrate "a total disregard for food safety requirements."
Aug 15, 2024 13:00
Over 500 homes could be developed on 12 Carrick sites, audit finds
A report has revealed they are located on both the Roscommon and Leitrim sides of the growing town.
Aug 15, 2024 12:04
Need for more Gardaí in the Roscommon Garda District - Naughten
It's after two burglaries of businesses in Knockcroghery and Roscommon town on Tuesday morning.
Aug 15, 2024 10:25
Roscommon man and Rose of Tralee CEO to miss festival due to heart surgery
The Irish Examiner reports the Scramogue man was taken to hospital in recent years.
Aug 15, 2024 07:43
New hopes for university building and community centre in Carrick
The councils are also promising to support the development of a much-needed community centre, or town hall, in the town.
Aug 15, 2024 07:20Shannonside Newsletter
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