News - Roscommon County Council
Leitrim teacher supports calls for extra exam time for students with dyslexia
Roscommon County Council backed this motion at their meeting last month.
Mar 2, 2025 09:32
Ballintubber community activists likely to fill Anthony Waldron council seat
The first council meeting since his sudden death earlier this month takes place this afternoon.
Feb 24, 2025 13:57
Valerie Duffy selected to fill late John Naughten's seat in Roscommon
The seat in the Athlone Local Electoral Area had been vacant since Cllr John Naughten's death in October of last year.
Feb 20, 2025 21:46
Works commence on interim flood relief scheme at Lough Funshinagh
Minister for the OPW Kevin 'Boxer' Moran confirmed enabling infrastructure was currently being installed at the former turlough.
Feb 18, 2025 13:02
Boyle refugee accommodation closed due to fire safety concerns
The 14 residents living in the building on Green Street in the town have been relocated to a centre in Galway.
Feb 17, 2025 16:08
Moore woman seeks to take Naughten's Roscommon council seat - after being approached by his family
Taughmaconnell’s Ger Grehan has also thrown his hat in the ring, ahead of tonight’s deadline for nominations.
Feb 11, 2025 22:49
LISTEN: 'The biggest shock in a long, long time' - Anthony Waldron cousin's pays glowing tribute to the Roscommon councillor
His first cousin, Austin Waldron, spoke to Eoghan Murphy about his death his morning.
Feb 10, 2025 14:14
Roscommon businesses didn't pay €1.2m in rates last year
Roscommon County Council was due to collect €12.7 million in 2024 - but only €11.5 million was paid.
Feb 6, 2025 13:51
Roscommon County Council issues advice for those seeking humanitarian assistance
Roscommon Leader Partnership and many community and sports groups throughout the county are co-operating to assist those who are still without power and water.
Feb 3, 2025 15:16
Local councillor 'shocked and disappointed' over TII's Cloonfad decision
Cllr Paschal Fitzmaurice has repeatedly called for safety measures to be progressed there including crossing points and traffic lights.
Jan 31, 2025 13:55
Warning issued to Roscommon road users following storm
Roscommon County Council are advising all motorists and the public at large to proceed with extreme caution this morning following overnight frost and snow.
Jan 25, 2025 12:30
Wildlife must be protected during Lough Funshinagh flood works - planning body
An Bord Pleanala attached nine planning conditions to the grant of permission covering areas such as environmental protections, archaeological considerations and noise mitigation.
Jan 16, 2025 17:10
Work on Lough Funshinagh flood relief scheme to commence in coming weeks
The news was confirmed by Minister for the OPW Kieran O'Donnell during a visit to Roscommon this morning.
Jan 15, 2025 14:10
Roscommon councillor praises council for trying to resolve flooding crisis
It comes as An Bord Pleanála granted conditional planning permission for a temporary flood relief scheme last Friday.
Jan 13, 2025 18:07Shannonside Newsletter
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