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Excise duty cuts for petrol and diesel now in effect
However, consumer groups are warning it may be some days before the cuts are reflected at the pumps.
Mar 25, 2026 07:22
Man facing Elphin animal-cruelty charges warned he could be jailed pending trial - as court told 15 dead calves found in shed
The Department of Agriculture alleges up to 500 calves died on the Elphin farm between 2023 and 2025.
Mar 24, 2026 20:18
Shannonside region could see unsettled weather conditions in coming days
Ailis Hankinson, operational meteorologist at Met Éireann has the outlook.
Mar 24, 2026 17:42
Longford woman hopes to create awareness of a rare neurological condition
Cleo received a diagnosis last December for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension after first picking up symptoms in August.
Mar 24, 2026 17:38
Local Senator calls for voluntary relocation scheme for post-primary teachers
Fine Gael's Gareth Scahill raised the issue in the Seanad this afternoon with Education Minister Hildegarde Naughton.
Mar 24, 2026 17:32
Calls for street mural in Ballinamore
Fianna Fáil Cllr Gary Prior brought forward a motion on the matter at yesterday's Municipal District meeting.
Mar 24, 2026 13:21
Women due in court over Athlone burglaries
A sum of cash and a number of items have been reported stolen.
Mar 24, 2026 13:17
Figures show slight drop in Garda numbers
The figures come amid ongoing concerns about resources, recruitment and visibility in rural communities.
Mar 24, 2026 13:15
Knock-on benefits possible over Fr Flanagan veneration
Fr Edward Flanagan grew up in a townland just outside the Galway village before joining the priesthood.
Mar 24, 2026 13:14
Claims gas could see next price surge
Local areas have experienced sharp rises at the pumps and home heating oil in recent weeks.
Mar 24, 2026 13:08
No injuries reported following N4 incident
Gardaí attended the scene of the incident and traffic is moving freely in the area.
Mar 24, 2026 13:04
Council rejects plans for a telecommunications mast in Mohill
Planning permission has been refused for the proposed mast on Main Street Upper, Mohill.
Mar 24, 2026 12:32
Bishop welcomes veneration of Fr Edward Flanagan by the Vatican
Father Edward Flanagan from Ballymoe is now on his way to becoming a saint.
Mar 24, 2026 10:01
Bluetongue jab to be included in beef and sheep welfare schemes
An outbreak of the virus was recently confirmed in a herd in Co. Wexford.
Mar 24, 2026 08:25Shannonside Newsletter
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