News - Roscommon
Darkness into Light to return to Boyle
The annual fundraiser sees hundreds across the region walk at sunrise for suicide prevention charity Pieta.
Mar 12, 2026 13:10
Adverse weather on the way for local region
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon are all under status yellow rain and wind warnings.
Mar 12, 2026 13:07
Roscommon council delegation flies to US for Patrick's Day events
Their first engagement is the Newark St Patrick's Day Parade tomorrow.
Mar 12, 2026 08:13
Shannonside region under rain and wind warnings today
Flooding, poor visibility and difficulty driving conditions are possible.
Mar 12, 2026 07:23
Former mayor of US city visits Roscommon council HQ
Downey was founded by Taughmaconnell native John Gately Downey in 1873, and is twinned with Co Roscommon.
Mar 11, 2026 13:50
First-time buyers face 216-year wait for new home in Ballymahon - study
The wait would be 137 years in Longford town, 116 years in Roscommon town, and 109 years in Manorhamilton, Co Leitrim.
Mar 11, 2026 08:13
Longford senator welcomes increase in funding allocated to vacant social homes
Over €1.2 million has been earmarked across Leitrim, Longford, and Roscommon.
Mar 10, 2026 18:02
Yellow wind warning issued to local region
It comes into effect at midnight and will remain in place until 6pm that evening.
Mar 10, 2026 16:47
Local funding allocated to vacant social homes
The total allocation for the Shannonside region represents a 28% increase compared with last year's funding.
Mar 10, 2026 13:08
Safety works at dangerous crossroads in Co. Roscommon to 'ease fears' of junction
Transport Infrastructure Ireland has agreed to carry out improvements at Scramogue Cross - after a meeting with Roscommon County Council yesterday.
Mar 10, 2026 11:51
Aurivo stakeholders to meet in Roscommon tonight to discuss Dale Farm merger
The proposal, under which Aurivo would hold a minority interest, would mean the relocation of Aurivo headquarters in Sligo to Belfast.
Mar 10, 2026 07:21
Leitrim TD welcomes improvement grants for older homeowners
Minister of State and Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin is encouraging the public to apply for the fund.
Mar 9, 2026 17:43
Longford Agricultural Show welcomes funding boost for this year's event
Longford Agricultural Show was held for the first time in 1902 and has evolved into a family and musical event attended by thousands every year.
Mar 9, 2026 13:40
Safety works to be carried out at Scramogue Cross in Roscommon
Transport Infrastructure Ireland and Roscommon County Council discussed Scramogue Cross, near Strokestown, today.
Mar 9, 2026 13:14Shannonside Newsletter
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