News - Roscommon
Government urged to provide funding for unfinished estates in Co. Roscommon
Cllr Paschal Fitzmaurice raised the issue at today’s meeting of Roscommon County Council.
May 25, 2026 17:15
Councillors say they won't support plans for wind farm in West Roscommon
It follows Chief Executive Shane Tiernan’s report on the development of eleven turbines in the Frenchpark and Ballinagare areas.
May 25, 2026 17:10
Almost 100 children living in IPAS centres in Roscommon
These asylum-seekers are being accommodated in four centres across the county.
May 25, 2026 13:20
Seminars to encourage women in Roscommon to participate in politics
They're part of an extensive campaign by Roscommon County Council and the See Her Elected organisation.
May 24, 2026 13:48
Local councillor says easing planning rules for rural homes could attract Irish emigrants back home
The Sunday Independent is reporting proposals to liberalise housing policies across the country are set to go before Cabinet next month.
May 24, 2026 11:43
Local councillor says children can't walk to school in Tarmonbarry over safety concerns
The Ballytoohey Road stretches from the national school in Whitehall to Tarmonbarry village.
May 24, 2026 09:14
Roscommon council concerned over impact a big wind farm could have on a major heritage site
This planned wind farm is called the Carrigeen Renewable Energy Development.
May 22, 2026 13:11
Concern over disrepair in Boyle town centre
Frank Feighan was speaking in the Dáil, during a discussion about vacant properties.
May 22, 2026 13:05
Don't use fireworks at Roscommon's All-Ireland match, warn gardai
A large crowd is expected to attend Roscommon's game against Tyrone at King and Moffatt Dr Hyde Park on Sunday.
May 22, 2026 07:18
Hopes for spin offs following Longford superintendent appointment
Tomás Watters will commence his new role on May 25th, transferring from Galway.
May 21, 2026 17:14
Funding allocated to community action projects
The successful projects were announced today by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform.
May 21, 2026 17:11
Local walking trails to benefit from funding
This funding is being provided to resurface, re-route and enhance walking trails.
May 21, 2026 13:09
Local TD calls for resolution in ambulance dispute
Unions representing more than two thousand ambulance workers, paramedics and EMTs are meeting with HSE officials in the Labour Court again today, after renewed negotiations began on Monday.
May 21, 2026 13:04
Wet weather set to continue
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen torrential rain in recent days.
May 20, 2026 13:34Shannonside Newsletter
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