News - Roscommon County Council
Property giant to discuss Athlone masterplan with Roscommon councillors
The Ballymore Group boss wants to turn it into a green city, with a population of 100,000 by 2040.
Jan 21, 2026 09:38
Local walking and cycling paths get €11m funding boost
The funding will support the delivery of walking and cycling infrastructure.
Jan 19, 2026 09:30
N5 bypass to be "game-changer" for West of Ireland
That's according to Roscommon County Council Chief Executive Shane Tiernan.
Jan 4, 2026 10:31
Feasibility study underway for potential hotel in Boyle
The North Roscommon Town has been without a hotel for around 15 years.
Jan 3, 2026 14:35
Hopes for additional housing in Roscommon
The council allocated just over €13m for housing and building in their 2026 budget.
Dec 30, 2025 07:32
Council Chief Executive highlights need for local investment
Public Realm works are currently being carried out in towns like Ballaghaderreen and Strokestown.
Dec 29, 2025 12:37
Bats' roost would be destroyed if supermarket gets go ahead, according to report
Altemar, acting on behalf of Aldi, says various measures would be taken to safeguard bats beforehand.
Dec 24, 2025 07:22
Over €1.5 million awarded to county Roscommon projects
The fund aims to address employment, economic, social and environmental impacts that come with the shift away from carbon-intense activities.
Dec 19, 2025 13:17
Positive response to N61 public consultation in Roscommon
The proposed works would include the closure of junctions close to St John's Cemetery.
Dec 9, 2025 13:22
King House in Boyle set to reopen this Saturday
Roscommon County Council announced the closure of the building including Boyle Library following the incident last month.
Dec 9, 2025 13:08
Public consultation on proposed N61 changes today
It's taking place at St John's Community Centre in Lecarrow from 2pm to 7pm.
Dec 8, 2025 13:01
Council agrees rent for part of Ballagh mansion for €1,100 a month
The Western Development Commission and the Northern and Western Regional Assembly are to lease the entire first and second floor of Dillon House, along with part of the ground floor.
Nov 26, 2025 13:16
TII rejects calls for urgent works on Scramogue Cross in Roscommon
The state agency says Scramogue Cross is not a high-collision location.
Nov 24, 2025 17:15
Calls for urgent action to prevent further deaths at Roscommon crossroads
Roscommon County Council's meeting will today hear immediate action is needed at Scramogue cross.
Nov 24, 2025 07:40Shannonside Newsletter
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