News - Roscommon
Funeral of former Roscommon GAA player takes place today
The Oran footballer was a popular presence in the local GAA circle, having won an under-21 All-Ireland Football Championship title against Kerry in 1978.
Jun 4, 2026 07:14
Over 5,000 families to benefit from Back-to-School extension
For the first time, it will be extended to include two and three-year-olds.
Jun 3, 2026 14:59
Local students gear up for state exams
Over 1,800 students in Roscommon, Leitrim and Longford are sitting their Leaving Cert exams
Jun 3, 2026 13:04
Local authority respond to Loughlynn littering
It is the latest in a series of incidents in the area.
Jun 3, 2026 13:00
Decision on Boyle Post Office development delayed
Planners have raised a number of concerns requiring clarification.
Jun 3, 2026 12:53
Over 800 on social housing waiting lists locally
The social housing list data is based on figures published by the Housing Agency, as of November, 2025.
Jun 3, 2026 12:01
Litter louts leave their mark in Loughlynn
It is the latest in a series of incidents in the west Roscommon area.
Jun 2, 2026 17:26
Report highlights local dereliction issues
Dwelling counts are based on 2022 CSO Census housing stock data.
Jun 2, 2026 17:22
New figures find decline in local crime
The figures are an analysis of more than 274,000 crimes recorded on the Garda Pulse system.
Jun 2, 2026 17:14
Seán Mulryan honoured with Freedom of Roscommon
The Ballymore CEO was honoured for his contribution to his native county.
Jun 2, 2026 17:12
Property developer Sean Mulryan to receive Freedom of Roscommon today
Mr Mulryan, a native of Oran, will receive the honour at a special event at Áras an Chontae.
Jun 2, 2026 13:06
Judging season for TidyTowns starts - as Carrick looks to retain title
Carrick-on-Shannon will be hoping to retain the overall prize they won last year.
Jun 2, 2026 13:05
Plans for Monksland Lidl store officially lodged with council
The German chain wants to build it on a 3-acre site in Monksland.
Jun 2, 2026 13:00
Births fall by 9 per cent in Leitrim
Births fell in Co Roscommon, dropping from 687 in 2024 to 670 in 2025.
Jun 2, 2026 12:57Shannonside Newsletter
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