News - Roscommon
Close to 1,500 people claiming maternity benefit locally
According to the data, Westmeath is the county with the highest amount of claimants.
Aug 23, 2023 17:15
Planning lodged to extend lifespan of Roscommon solar farm
Elgin Energy Services Ltd received planning permission for the development at Rathleg near Castlerea in 2017.
Aug 23, 2023 13:55
Just over half of dog fines issued across region paid last year
According to the report, no one was prosecuted by local authorities for a failure to pay.
Aug 23, 2023 13:43
250 local pubs closed permanently since 2005 according to new report
Roscommon is the county with the 2nd highest number of closures in the country.
Aug 23, 2023 13:38
N63 Roscommon to Ballygar road closed due to RTC
It's expected the road will remain closed for a number of hours.
Aug 23, 2023 09:53
Over 1000 children on mental health waiting list locally
The longest waiting list in the country is in Kerry and Cork at 976.
Aug 23, 2023 08:24
Roscommon TD calls for urgent action on school transport system
School bus places were free for the last academic term, but earlier this year fees were reintroduced.
Aug 22, 2023 11:09
Over 9000 people claiming Disability Allowance across region
Leitrim is currently the county with the lowest amount of claimants of the Allowance nationally, at 1232.
Aug 21, 2023 16:19
Plans submitted for major housing development in Roscommon Town
The project is part of an existing housing estate on the N63 leading into Roscommon Town.
Aug 21, 2023 13:32
Number of adverse incidents recorded by HSE locally increased last year
CHO1 which includes Leitrim, Cavan, and Monaghan, had the highest number of adverse incidents recorded last year at 11,944
Aug 21, 2023 13:14
Two local farmers scoop major sustainability awards
Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue presented the awards, which honours top performing sustainable beef and sheep farmers.
Aug 20, 2023 14:21
Number of local food companies receive national awards
The Great Taste awards is one of the world’s largest and most trusted food and drink accreditation schemes.
Aug 20, 2023 11:39
Animal cruelty legislation must be enforced not just passed- Local rescue
People who own or import dogs with cropped ears are facing hefty fines and jail terms.
Aug 17, 2023 17:21
Road reopens following Roscommon collision
The R325 at Drumnaslassan near Ballaghaderreen has reopened following a two-car collision this morning.
Aug 17, 2023 13:07Shannonside Newsletter
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