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Over 50 people registered as homeless in the region last month
Nationally, 17,112 people were accessing emergency accommodation in January.
Feb 27, 2026 17:25
Protest over SNA allocations to take place in Longford tomorrow
The protest is going ahead at the Market Square despite the Government doing a U-turn on planned cuts.
Feb 27, 2026 16:41
Celebrations continue in Castlerea after All-Ireland Basketball title
They beat Kildare Town Community School by 50 points to 45 yesterday.
Feb 27, 2026 16:39
Ballinlough beef farmer elected as Roscommon IFA chairman
Ballinlough's Sean Finan was chosen to succeed Pat Leonard last night.
Feb 27, 2026 13:57
Much-loved Ballaghaderreen shop to close its doors
After over 80 years in business, it's set to open for the final time tomorrow.
Feb 27, 2026 13:30
Noah, Sadie and Kate...most popular local babies' names
The most popular girls' name in Longford last year was Sadie - with Amelia, Katie and Saoirse the most popular for Leitrim mothers.
Feb 27, 2026 13:29
Local hospital among most overcrowded in February
More than 930 people were on trolleys this month in Sligo.
Feb 27, 2026 13:27
Local community to benefit from 'storm ready' packs
The initiative was the brainchild of the Age Friendly Older Persons' Council in response to the impact of recent major storms.
Feb 27, 2026 13:24
Energy plant 'could devalue homes' in Ballymahon, meeting hears
Nephin Renewable Gas intends developing an anaerobic digester in the Longford town.
Feb 27, 2026 13:22
Claims there's a home care crisis in Leitrim
Cllr Gary Prior is bringing forward a motion to next week's council meeting, calling for the Health Minister to meet with local representatives on the issue.
Feb 27, 2026 13:22
Sentencing delayed until May for man who allowed German Shepherd attack garda in Longford
Judge Jonathan Dunphy adjourned the sentencing until May 19th.
Feb 27, 2026 13:19
Mercusor deal, protested against by 27,000 people in Athlone, to be provisionally implemented
27,000 people protested against the deal in Athlone last month.
Feb 27, 2026 13:08
Transport Minister defends level of electric-vehicle sales in Shannonside region
Darragh O'Brien says Ireland has been exceeding its targets for EVs.
Feb 27, 2026 09:52
Big homecoming celebrations in Castlerea as basketballers scoop national title
Castlerea Community School's Under-19 basketball team won the All-Ireland B League title.
Feb 27, 2026 08:51Shannonside Newsletter
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