News - Roscommon
Over 340 social housing offers refused locally since 2019
Applicants will be suspended from the housing lists if they decline two offers in the space of 12 months.
Jan 17, 2023 13:54
25 properties offered to Longford Council to house Ukrainian refugees
A tax-free recognition payment of €800 per month is available for properties used to house those arriving from Ukraine.
Jan 17, 2023 13:38
Snow showers forecast for parts of Shannonside region tonight
According to Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel, some of the showers could be heavy.
Jan 17, 2023 13:28
Mount Dillon Roscommon still recording -7 this morning
The artic chill is taking hold for a couple of days
Jan 17, 2023 09:50
Roscommon farmer using Japanese Knotweed for medicinal benefits
PJ Larkin from Roscommon runs a knotweed control and eradication company and has also created a medicine using the root of the plant.
Jan 16, 2023 13:43
Castlerea councillor describes vandalism of life rings as 'disappointing'
Cllr Paschal Fitzmaurice has condemned the act, stating lifebuoys are there to save lives and anyone who removes or interferes with one is potentially risking someone's life.
Jan 16, 2023 13:43
SIRO announce roll out of fibre broadband in Roscommon town
It's part of an ongoing network expansion by SIRO.
Jan 16, 2023 13:41
Local hospital appoints new Bereavement Support Midwife
Leanne says she feels very privileged to be in this position.
Jan 15, 2023 09:34
Roscommon women encouraged to attend local political event
Four female Roscommon councillors will be present to talk.
Jan 15, 2023 08:51
Walk-in flu vaccinations available for children this weekend
Available today from one to half four in Carrick on Shannon.
Jan 14, 2023 08:49
Roscommon Hospital consultant hopes new HSE arrangement will help older people
Dr Gerry O' Mara says while he doesn't expect the new scheme will have any significant impact on overcrowding, it may prevent some older patients having to lie on trolleys for a number of days in an Emergency Department.
Jan 13, 2023 17:36
Safety of patients is the primary concern explains Roscommon Hospital Manager
Mary Garvey says that extreme care must be taken to ensure only suitable patients are transferred to the hospital.
Jan 13, 2023 13:57
Ballaghaderreen resident calls for better communication from Irish Water
Sue McMillan says the fact Irish Water were aware repairs were being carried out, and the colouring of the water had been impacted, customers should have been notified.
Jan 12, 2023 17:26
Local TD defends plan to transfer patients from busy EDs to Roscommon Hospital
The call came under fire with issues highlighted around the lack of necessary services at Roscommon Hospital.
Jan 12, 2023 13:09Shannonside Newsletter
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