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Thunderstorm warning in place for local counties this afternoon
Met Eireann is predicting more heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding today
Jun 15, 2023 11:07
Investigations ongoing after woman killed in Sligo train collision
Three investigations will be carried out - by Gardaí, Irish Rail and the Rail Accident investigation unit.
Jun 15, 2023 09:39
Longford Councillor calls for return of town councils in local government
Town councils were abolished in June 2014 under the Local Government Reform Act.
Jun 15, 2023 08:46
Fall in local electricity use recorded last year
According to the release, overall consumption reduced across all 3 counties in the Shannonside region.
Jun 15, 2023 07:53
Edgeworthstown and Ballaghaderreen win funds for 'Creative Places'
Creative Places is an Arts Council programme for places around Ireland that have not had opportunities to benefit from sustained investment in the arts and creativity
Jun 14, 2023 17:49
Double capacity for apprentices opened at TUS Athlone
Capacity at the Athlone campus for apprenticeship courses has been almost doubled
Jun 14, 2023 17:27
Reports of serious incident on rail line near Collooney this afternoon
The incident is said to be ongoing at present
Jun 14, 2023 17:01
Local Senator wants government to pay families for private autism assessment
Senator Micheal Carrigy is Cathaoirleach of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism
Jun 14, 2023 16:53
Five appear in court in connection with Ashling Murphy murder investigation
The 23 year old primary school teacher was killed along the Grand Canal in Tullamore on 12th January last year.
Jun 14, 2023 15:08
Military charity calls for more support for local Defence Force veterans
Just one out of the region's four military barracks is currently active, with facilities in Longford, Mullingar and Cavan decommissioned.
Jun 14, 2023 13:27
Public urged to give blood in Longford on world blood donor day
World Blood Donor Day celebrates and thanks voluntary donors who help health services build a safe and sufficient blood bank supply.
Jun 14, 2023 13:26
Locals encouraged to view plans for Frenchpark safety works
Concern has been raised over many years over the safety of the junction.
Jun 14, 2023 13:07
Water quality in local rivers remains above average according to EPA
The new report has been published today.
Jun 14, 2023 12:56
Leitrim Councillor encourages local authority to engage with IFA over verge cutting
The matter was discussed at a meeting of Carrick-on-Shannon MD this week.
Jun 14, 2023 12:51Shannonside Newsletter
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