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Local senator calls for garda management to apologise to Longford inspector
35-year-old Edward 'Blondie' Stokes was jailed last week for a dog attack on Inspector Tom Quinn in Ferriskill, Granard, in 2018.
May 29, 2026 13:02
Seán Mulryan's Freedom of Roscommon 'a fitting honour'
Mr Mulryan, a native of Oran will receive the honour at a special event at Áras an Chontae next Tuesday.
May 29, 2026 10:56
Much-loved Cavan priest to be laid to rest today
Fr Anthony J Fagan passed away on Tuesday at Cavan General Hospital.
May 29, 2026 07:54
FTD Brothers' fundraiser passes €2m milestone
They raised almost €2.1 million for the FTD Brothers Foundation and the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland.
May 29, 2026 07:44
'Game-changer' - €10m funding boost for Roscommon GAA Centre of Excellence
It has been allocated by the Department of Justice - with a further €5.5 million announced for the project in 2024.
May 29, 2026 07:38
Thousands of people to attend two local music festivals
Cowboys and Heroes is taking place in Ballinamore, while the Night and Day Festival is at Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle.
May 29, 2026 07:20
FTD Brothers complete their 33 marathon challenge in Dublin
There were thousands of supporters at the finish in Dublin city this afternoon.
May 28, 2026 17:55
Turkish group completes takeover of major local employer
Cimsa bought a 94.7 per cent stake in the company in August 2024.
May 28, 2026 17:41
Train services suspended between Athlone and Westport
Rail operators say major delays are expected until further notice.
May 28, 2026 17:38
Councillor who once called for demolition of Longford building welcomes its sale
It followed a proposal to sell the building to a property developer who planned on using it for social media.
May 28, 2026 17:36
Longford properties searched as Gardaí target online fraud
Two men, one in their 30s and their 60s were arrested.
May 28, 2026 17:31
WATCH: FTD Brothers 'overwhelmed' after completing epic marathon challenge
Jordon, 31, and his brother, Cian, 25, from near Birmingham, have relatives in Leitrim and Longford.
May 28, 2026 17:22
FTD brothers cross the finish line in final marathon
Their journey captured hearts across Ireland and beyond, with thousands turning out along routes to cheer them on and millions following their story online.
May 28, 2026 14:55
Largely positive HIQA report for Roscommon centre
Apple Hill provides residential services to children with a mild to moderate intellectual disability, autism, ADHD and ODD.
May 28, 2026 13:14Shannonside Newsletter
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