News - Roscommon
Over €3.4 million allocated for Roscommon and Leitrim water infrastructure
The allocation comes under the multi-annual Rural Water Programme, and provides capital investment to improve water services in rural areas.
Jul 22, 2025 13:34
Public meeting taking place in Roscommon to oppose more refugee centres
The Roscommon Says No to IPAS group says it's concerned another attempt will be made for a centre in the area.
Jul 22, 2025 08:23
Over 1,500 local applicants waiting for driving test at the end of June
It comes as waiting times at Carrick-on-Shannon and Roscommon test centres have reached the target of less than 10 weeks.
Jul 21, 2025 13:33
Over 170 Shannonside homes redeveloped under vacant property grant
While 588 applications have so far been approved across the three counties -- of these, 179 were issued Vacant Property Refurbishment Grants upon completion of works.
Jul 21, 2025 07:42
Man (40s) seriously injured in Roscommon crash
The single-vehicle collision occurred on the R370 at Lurgan, Frenchpark at around 6 am today.
Jul 18, 2025 11:24
Over 14,800 motorists across region got penalty points so far this year
The top five penalty point offences include speeding, holding a mobile phone while driving, and driving without reasonable consideration.
Jul 17, 2025 17:35
New project launched to support local elderly women in residential care
The Community Linkage Project is managed by Age Friendly Ireland and funded by the Women's Health Fund in the Department of Health.
Jul 17, 2025 12:48
Local Sinn Féin TD welcomes clarity on proposed IPAS centre in Roscommon
The Department of Migration says international-protection applicants will not be accommodated in Academy House on Goff Street.
Jul 17, 2025 12:48
Local politicians hit out at proposals to cut CAP payment for farmers
The Midlands Northwest MEP said it will affect their ability to operate and to make a living.
Jul 16, 2025 17:39
Nearly 200 Shannonside women had abortions last year
The Department of Health says there were 66 in Roscommon, 81 in Longford and 49 in Leitrim.
Jul 15, 2025 20:38
ISPCA warns of scammer calling to Roscommon households
The society has confirmed that no collections are currently being undertaken.
Jul 15, 2025 14:15
New health hub will create better quality of life for users, says local TD
Martin Daly was speaking following the official opening of the Hello Goodlife Health and Wellbeing Hub last Saturday.
Jul 15, 2025 14:09
Roscommon primary school teacher loses claim for unfair dismissal
Ruth Lydon worked as a Special Education Teacher and was dismissed from her role by the school Board of Management in September 2021.
Jul 15, 2025 13:52
Gardaí in Roscommon detect a number of motoring offences over past week
Two of the motorists subsequently tested positive for cocaine.
Jul 14, 2025 17:40Shannonside Newsletter
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