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Oil price surge 'bears no reflection' to costs in Ireland
Fuels for Ireland insists the increases are 'absolutely in line' with wholesale international prices.
Mar 5, 2026 11:24
Dáil hears importance of post offices in the Shannonside region
17 post offices closed in counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon between 2015 and 2025.
Mar 5, 2026 08:20
Local Senator calls for card payments to be introduced on bus services
Fine Gael's Gareth Scahill raised the issue in the Seanad yesterday.
Mar 5, 2026 07:25
Two hospitalised following north Roscommon crash
The road has since fully reopened to traffic.
Mar 4, 2026 17:56
Local consumers feeling the pinch at the pumps
Increases of up to 16 cent per litre for motor fuel have been reported following the outbreak of war in Iran.
Mar 4, 2026 17:53
'Unacceptable delays' impact local cancer patients
Hundreds of patients in the region are waiting beyond recommended timeframes for a colonoscopy and radiation therapy.
Mar 4, 2026 17:51
Appeal issued over Carrick assault
The victim, a man aged in his 60s did not require hospital treatment at the time.
Mar 4, 2026 17:50
Chartered flight to evacuate Irish citizens from the Middle East
It’s planning to bus at least 280 people to Oman, where a chartered flight is set to leave for Ireland later this week.
Mar 4, 2026 17:49
Local residents warned of scam
People are being asked not return any unfamiliar calls or use any QR codes.
Mar 4, 2026 17:41
Gardaí issue appeal after spate of local burglaries
A number of incidents have taken place place in recent days.
Mar 4, 2026 13:22
Upgrades needed to local road signs
Many are said to be in need of upkeep while others are pointing in the opposite direction to the actual location.
Mar 4, 2026 13:19
Calls for reform to habitual residence condition
One such incidence sees a woman who lives in county Fermanagh look after a family member in county Leitrim.
Mar 4, 2026 13:17
Mixed HIQA report for county Roscommon centre
Inspectors carried out an unannounced visit to Soolhaven on the 15th of October last year.
Mar 4, 2026 13:15
Decision on Lough Key development delayed
Coillte's proposal includes upgrades to the visitor centre, new activity hubs, enhanced outdoor attractions and new aqua park facility.
Mar 4, 2026 13:13Shannonside Newsletter
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