News - Roscommon
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 17:30
Permanent solution to Lough Funshinagh saga still a ways away
A temporary pumping system is now in operation at the flood-affected turlough in south Roscommon with excess water now being pumped from the turlough to the Cross River in the townland of Carrick.
Apr 15, 2025 17:26
Tánaiste says 'top heavy' bureaucracy was a barrier to Lough Funshinagh flood works
Speaking in Roscommon over the weekend, Simon Harris stated that if laws are stopping solutions to serious problems, then changing legislation must be considered.
Apr 15, 2025 13:48
Those availing of sex services are aiding a global criminal enterprise, says leading Garda
Detective Superintendent Derek Maguire was speaking after a Brazilian man was jailed for renting out properties in the Shannonside region to be used as brothels.
Apr 15, 2025 13:28
MEP calls for purpose built emergency community hubs for future disasters
MEP Ciaran Mullooly says that the facilities should form part of a dedicated Civil Defence headquarters in each county.
Apr 14, 2025 18:07
Taoiseach says more work needed on mental health services in Shannonside region
Micheál Martin attended the Ógra Fianna Fáil conference in the Hodson Bay Hotel yesterday evening.
Apr 13, 2025 09:29
Roscommon Civil Defence officer presented 20 years service medal by Tánaiste
Claire Keane followed the footsteps of her father and joined the service at a young age.
Apr 12, 2025 12:55
Pro-Palestinian rally to take place in Roscommon town today
Last month, over 100 people gathered in the town's Square to voice their support for people living in Gaza.
Apr 12, 2025 11:21
Need for Athlone-Boyle road upgrade to be raised during Taoiseach's visit tonight
Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern and several senior ministers will also be there.
Apr 12, 2025 09:18
Roscommon branch of MS Ireland to hold wellness day today
It's free to anyone in County Roscommon and the surrounding areas affected by multiple sclerosis.
Apr 12, 2025 08:48
Garda and Roscommon GAA footballer pleads guilty to late-night assault
The case was heard in Ennis today.
Apr 11, 2025 22:46
Number of local primary schools added to hot meals programme from today
The Hot School Meals Programme was initially introduced as a pilot of 30 schools but has now extended to almost 3,000 schools across the country.
Apr 11, 2025 13:39
Local business owners not pursuing shoplifters due to low chance of conviction
That's according to Castlerea senator Gareth Scahill, who raised the issue in the Seanad.
Apr 10, 2025 13:46
Two Roscommon food businesses issued with closure orders last month
They were among seven closure notices issued by the Food Safety Authority nationwide in the month of March.
Apr 10, 2025 11:25Shannonside Newsletter
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