News - Roscommon
Councillor highlights desperate need for more mental health resources in Roscommon
The Independent councillor says she was contacted by a member of the public who couldn't access resources locally.
Apr 25, 2025 07:44
Planning refusal for new housing development in Co. Roscommon overturned
TH Contractors had sought to build 20 homes at Carrownageelaun in Tulsk but were refused permission by Roscommon County planners.
Apr 23, 2025 16:22
Mother of Palestinian woman living in Roscommon granted safe passage from Gaza
Sherín Al Shabbagh, who lives in Ballaghaderreen, had fought for a visa for her mother Najwa since fighting broke in in 2023.
Apr 23, 2025 13:43
Local politicians express sadness following death of Pope Francis
The "People's Pope" appeared just yesterday to crowds of well-wishers at St. Peter's Basilica to give his Easter blessing.
Apr 21, 2025 10:36
Annual Easter Parade to take place in Roscommon Town today
It is traditionally held on Easter Sunday however it has been moved this year due to yesterday's Connacht Football Semi-Final between Roscommon and Galway.
Apr 21, 2025 08:39
Crowds expected as Strokestown Easter Parade takes place today
Organisers made the decision to leave the parade on Easter Sunday this year despite Roscommon playing Galway this afternoon in Salthill.
Apr 20, 2025 09:54
Uisce Éireann working to restore water supply in parts of Roscommon
Areas affected include townlands west of Lowberry Cross, including Meeltraun, Cloonfad village, and surrounding areas, with works expected to continue until 4pm today.
Apr 19, 2025 14:55
Therapy services coming to special schools in Roscommon and Galway
Senator Gareth Scahill says therapy services will begin in special schools later in the next academic year.
Apr 19, 2025 13:21
Call for new hotel in Boyle as town marks decade without one
There has been no hotel in Boyle for over 10 years since the Royal Hotel closed down.
Apr 19, 2025 12:50
Sinn Féin to hold Easter commemoration in Roscommon today
The annual event is taking place in Knockcroghery at 4 o'clock this afternoon.
Apr 19, 2025 11:07
LISTEN: Tánaiste to meet wife of Roscommon resident jailed in Iraq as local politicians call for his release
Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane and former senator Eugene Murphy have been vocal on the issue, and have been amplifying calls for the government to end the suffering of Robert and his family.
Apr 18, 2025 15:04
Official opening of Roscommon Fleadh Cheoil to take place this evening
It all kicked off last Sunday with a fun run in Athlone followed by a music session in Coffey's Bar of Lecarrow.
Apr 18, 2025 10:27
Roscommon's last remaining travel agents set to close later this year
Miriam and Francis Gannon have run Gannon Travel in Castlerea for the past 31 years but are set to retire in December.
Apr 16, 2025 13:41
Investigation ongoing following multi agency operation in Ballaghaderreen
Gardaí say inspections were conducted at a number of business premises to assess compliance with a range of legislation.
Apr 15, 2025 17:30Shannonside Newsletter
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