News - Roscommon
Planning refusal for Roscommon quarry expansion appealed
County planners refused the application for planning permission under two conditions.
Aug 2, 2023 16:45
13 people killed in road traffic collisions in Shannonside region so far in 2023
According to the latest data from the Road Safety Authority, Westmeath is the worst affected county locally, with 6 killed this year.
Aug 2, 2023 14:08
Minister Hildegarde Naughton launches new health project in Roscommon
The Healthy Ireland Programme is designed to counteract negative health outcomes as a result of smoking, alcohol, poor diet and obesity.
Aug 2, 2023 13:58
Electric car sales in Shannonside region up significantly on last year
Sales of new electric cars in Longford jumped by almost 80%.
Aug 2, 2023 09:21
Hope for new contractor to be appointed to N5 Road project shortly
There have been three fatalities on the Roscommon leg of the national route in the last three months.
Aug 1, 2023 18:17
3 water supplies in Shannonside region on EPA 'at risk' list
According to the report, 2 supplies in Longford and 1 in Roscommon are on the Remedial Action List.
Aug 1, 2023 13:35
260 people in Shannonside region benefitting from Help to Buy scheme
The new scheme will expire in December 2024.
Aug 1, 2023 08:14
Increase in Carer's Allowance claims locally over past 12 months
Figures from the Department of Social Protection show 3,614 carers in receipt of the payment in May 2023.
Jul 31, 2023 13:54
Increased rainfall having major impact says Roscommon based farmer
She says that those in the agri sector are very conscious of the surrounding areas
Jul 31, 2023 13:47
New Longford to Roscommon bus route begins today
Buses will serve areas such as Killashee, Lanesborough, Ballyleague and Emoe Cross
Jul 31, 2023 13:40
Planning granted for new preschool facility in Roscommon school
The permission was granted with 5 conditions attached.
Jul 31, 2023 10:47
Number of homeless people in Shannonside region continues to increase
New figures from the Department of Housing show a total of 213 people accessed emergency acccomodation between May and June
Jul 31, 2023 09:14
HIQA report praises staff at Roscommon nursing home but notes understaffing
A number of non-compliances were found in relation to Persons in Charge, Staffing, and Training and Governance.
Jul 31, 2023 08:17
Planning lodged for extension of south Roscommon school
The 115 square metre extension would include a new classroom
Jul 30, 2023 12:13Shannonside Newsletter
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