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Five people injured, one seriously, in Westmeath crash
The crash between a car and a van happened on the N62 at Ballinahown, Co. Westmeath this afternoon.
Mar 29, 2026 20:42
Lecarrow charity fund looking for more volunteers
The Lecarrow Benevolent Fund is 25 years in existence this year and has raised almost one million euro.
Mar 29, 2026 14:51
Over half of adults in Connacht call for shortage of Early Years places to be addressed
That's according to the Early Childhood Barometer for 2026.
Mar 29, 2026 12:31
Sligo hospital sees increase in Freedom of Information requests in 2025
The Freedom of Information Act 2014 allows you to request access to information that is not otherwise publicly available.
Mar 29, 2026 09:23
Sinn Féin calling on Government to fund education system 'properly'
It's reported Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers is blaming former Education Ministers Helen McEntee and Norma Foley for budget overruns.
Mar 29, 2026 08:18
Boil water notice issued for 4,400 customers in Castlerea area
The area is served by the Castlerea Regional Water Supply Scheme.
Mar 29, 2026 07:35
Local senator calls for driving test waiting times to be addressed
He says wait times in Roscommon were down at 6 weeks earlier this year however it's now back above 8 weeks.
Mar 28, 2026 12:52
First phase of major development at Center Parcs to be completed in the next year
The popular tourist attraction in Co. Longford is investing a further €100m in various developments at their Ballymahon site.
Mar 28, 2026 10:55
Over 30,000 fuel allowance recipients across local region
The Fuel Allowance is a payment to help with the cost of heating your home during the winter months.
Mar 28, 2026 09:19
Woman (40s) and teenage girl charged over Tipperary assault investigation
Scarlett Faulkner was attacked on the R494 near Birdhill village shortly after 5:30 that evening, and remains in a critical condition in hospital.
Mar 28, 2026 08:08
Gardaí investigating assault on elderly woman at Longford Train Station
Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.
Mar 27, 2026 20:44
Increase in local families seeking support for loved ones' cocaine addiction
Mar 27, 2026 18:15
Gardaí attend scene of collision in Carrick-on-Shannon
It's been reported the collision caused heavy traffic and tailbacks in the area.
Mar 27, 2026 18:10
Local businessman urging hauliers to attend emergency fuel crisis meeting tomorrow
It follows Government excise duty cuts earlier this week.
Mar 27, 2026 18:06Shannonside Newsletter
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