News - Roscommon
'That was beautiful' - Hollywood actor Chris O'Dowd congratulates Roscommon on Connacht glory
They beat Galway in the final to capture the senior title - a success O'Dowd described as 'beautiful'.
May 11, 2026 07:39
Roscommon policing unit catch motorist driving over twice the speed limit
The driver was stopped and court proceedings will now follow.
May 10, 2026 13:12
Thousands expected in Roscommon for Connacht Senior Football decider
Roscommon are taking on Galway in the decider at King and Moffatt Dr. Hyde Park with throw in at 4.15pm.
May 10, 2026 12:11
Traffic restrictions in place in Roscommon for today's Connacht Senior Football Final
Connacht GAA confirmed the news yesterday evening, with over 20 thousand set to attend the game in Roscommon Town.
May 10, 2026 09:21
SIPTU ambulance staff to picket in Roscommon next week
It's over disputes that the recommended enhanced pay scales to reflect the growing demands of services have not been implemented by the HSE.
May 9, 2026 15:30
Excitement builds in Roscommon ahead of Connacht Senior Football Final
It's the first time in 8 years that King and Moffatt Dr. Hyde Park has hosted the final.
May 9, 2026 08:54
Drug-related intimidation cases rise locally
Drug-related intimidation is a pervasive and under-reported form of criminal activity that affects individuals, families and communities in Ireland.
May 8, 2026 18:14
Travel advice issued ahead of Connacht final
May 8, 2026 18:12
Around 20,000 expected in Roscommon for Connacht final
Motorists are advised to expect delays around the Roscommon Town area throughout the day.
May 8, 2026 18:08
Man charged with serious New Year’s assault that resulted in man’s death further remanded on bail
The court previously heard that Yevhen Shutko (46), with an address at Loughlynn, Co Roscommon,was claiming self defence when charged with the alleged assault.
May 8, 2026 14:12
Calls for All-Ireland handball champion to be honoured at Civic Reception
Roscommon's Fiona Tully captured the 4-wall Senior Singles Championship in Croke Park in March.
May 8, 2026 13:43
Final preparations underway in Roscommon Town ahead of Connacht Final
A crowd of over 20,000 is expected to attend the game, with throw in at 4.15pm.
May 8, 2026 13:37
Domnick Connolly to become Roscommon cathaoirleach next month
Independent Laurence Fallon is due to become the leas-cathaoirleach.
May 8, 2026 10:46
Connacht final a huge boost to Roscommon town - local businessman
Gaelic football fans travel from all over the country to see the provincial final.
May 8, 2026 07:20Shannonside Newsletter
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