News - Roscommon
Roscommon councillor calls for government support for local festivals
Many festivals have taken place in the Shannonside region in recent weeks including the Castlerea Rose Festival and Boyle Arts Festival.
Aug 13, 2025 11:13
Almost 300 people stranded on waiting lists in Roscommon University Hospital for over a year
174 are waiting for their first outpatient consultation, according to the National Treatment Purchase Fund.
Aug 12, 2025 13:11
Roscommon man continues swimming the River Shannon today for charity
He's fundraising for the charity 'North West Stop,' which provides counselling to people affected by mental health or emotional challenges.
Aug 12, 2025 11:40
Delay to N61 reopening described as 'very regrettable'
It's due to reopen on August 25th, but Roscommon County Council says the contractor is looking for a three-week extension.
Aug 12, 2025 08:28
Yearly allocation of €350,000 secured for enhancement of local trails
The investment aims to boost tourism and enhance amenities along the Midlands trail network.
Aug 11, 2025 13:38
Public Expenditure Minister to visit Roscommon today
Jack Chambers is also visiting Castlerea to meet business and social enterprise groups.
Aug 11, 2025 07:41
Roscommon campaigners complete 100-mile walk for Palestine
They walked along the National Famine Way, in solidarity with the people of Palestine, over the course of eight days.
Aug 9, 2025 21:40
Gardaí appeal for information after theft from elderly woman’s car in Roscommon
Gardaí say on Saturday the 19th of July, a woman in her 80s was shopping in Tesco, Roscommon Town when she was approached by two men in the car park.
Aug 9, 2025 13:41
Minister hails Local Improvement Scheme as key rural partnership
Minister for Public Expenditure and Infrastructure, Jack Chambers, was speaking at Áras an Chontae in Longford Town yesterday.
Aug 9, 2025 11:16
Roscommon Palestine campaigners to reach Dublin this evening after 100-mile walk
The Boyle Palestine Solidarity Group left Strokestown Park House last weekend and will arrive in Dublin Docklands this evening.
Aug 9, 2025 08:55
Gardaí appeal for witnesses following burglary in Boyle
Gardaí say a silver car was observed outside the property that afternoon, and are calling for anyone with information about the car to inform them.
Aug 8, 2025 18:25
Funeral of Roscommon drowning victim to take place today
Máire Murray, from the Croghan Road in Carrick-on-Shannon, had been living in Dublin in recent years.
Aug 8, 2025 07:18
Local TD rules out Roscommon's rehab unit being built during this term of government
It was taken off the HSE's capital plan in 2024, but is included in this year's version.
Aug 7, 2025 16:53
Funeral of Roscommon GAA legend takes place today
The Hillstreet native passed away on Monday.
Aug 7, 2025 07:20Shannonside Newsletter
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