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Improved public transport key in tackling student accommodation crisis-Minister
Cabinet has signed off on changes to the Rent a room scheme, increasing tax free earnings for those letting out a room to €14,000 a year.
Jan 24, 2024 13:31
Over 4,000 IDA supported jobs in the Shannonside region last year
The figures were revealed as part of a parliamentary question by Deputy Cathal Crowe to the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Simon Coveney.
Jan 24, 2024 10:47
High residential vacancy rate recorded in Shannonside region
According to the report, counties in the Shannonside region had some of the highest rates of vacancy nationally.
Jan 24, 2024 09:22
Water restrictions to be introduced overnight following Storm Isha disruptions
The restrictions cover Castlerea, Drumshanbo, Ballinamore, Mohill and Carrigallen.
Jan 23, 2024 17:46
Storm Jocelyn set to complicate local power restoration efforts
People are urged to drive with care, with warnings that trees or power lines already weakened by Storm Isha could be blown down by Jocelyn.
Jan 23, 2024 17:34
Tributes paid to Longford man killed in Storm Isha road crash
Jimmy Rowe will be laid to rest on Friday afternoon following funeral mass at noon in St. Matthews Church, Ballymahon.
Jan 23, 2024 17:24
Hopes for Ballaghaderreen pool to open by Spring
The new development will include a skateboard park and children's play area on site.
Jan 23, 2024 17:05
Planning application withdrawn for controversial Boyle hostel
The developer had planned to transform the property into hostel accommodation for up to 40 people.
Jan 23, 2024 13:37
Leitrim & Longford record lowest number of constructed buildings
At the end of last year, 22,777 buildings were under construction in Ireland according to new data.
Jan 23, 2024 13:36
Over 7,000 people still without power across region this afternoon
The Shannonside region was among the worst hit by the storm
Jan 23, 2024 13:25
Westmeath councillor criticises county's omission from septic tank scheme
The Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien announced last November that grants available for Septic Tanks will be increased to €12,000 from €5,000.
Jan 23, 2024 11:47
E-tickets available to purchase for train journeys from today
It's now available for all intercity train bookings except the Dublin to Belfast line.
Jan 23, 2024 10:00
Over 7,000 speeding fines issued in Shannonside region last year
The figures released by Garda Authorities cover the Mayo/Roscommon/Longford and Sligo/Leitrim Garda divisions.
Jan 23, 2024 08:48
Isha cleanup continues as Storm Jocelyn approaches
ESB crews are still working to restore power to thousands of homes across the Shannonside region this morning following Storm Isha.
Jan 23, 2024 08:34Shannonside Newsletter
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