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Over 650 local applications approved under Help-to-Buy scheme since 2020
It assists first-time purchasers in buying a new property, or one which has been recently converted into a dwelling and not previously lived in.
May 1, 2026 14:11
Over €7 million allocated to local authorities for community initiatives last year
The Community Services Programme (CSP) supports community-based organisations to provide local services and create jobs for people who may face barriers to work.
Apr 6, 2026 09:16
Athlone to join Living City Initiative to tackle dereliction
The Living City Initiative, which is already in place for areas like Cork and Dublin, will now be enacted in Athlone, Sligo, Drogheda, Dundalk and Letterkenny.
Dec 14, 2025 13:12
Ukrainian refugees to face homelessness if hosting scheme is not extended
The scheme came into effect in July 2022 to encourage people to open their homes to Ukrainian refugees.
Feb 2, 2025 08:04
Tender for a site investigation issued for the Roscommon Renewal Scheme
Deadline for submissions is the 31st of May at 12pm.
May 15, 2023 13:25
Over quarter of a million allocated for 30 local heritage sites
The scheme helps with the maintenance of heritage structures.
Mar 9, 2023 13:19
Electric Vehicle pilot project launches in Carrick on Shannon today
ESB is supporting the project for six months.
Mar 1, 2023 13:36
New hackney pilot scheme launched in Elphin and Ballinalee
The scheme is intended to support areas without a full time taxi service, and the NTA are now seeking applications for drivers.
Jan 10, 2023 13:48
Leitrim Community Car scheme appealing for donations to survive
Manager of Leitrim Volunteer Centre says the scheme is currently running at a €4,000 loss and needs the support of the public to continue.
Jan 9, 2023 17:38
Hope for Roscommon mental health programme to be rolled out nationwide
Aug 21, 2022 11:26
New bike hire scheme for Mullingar and Athlone launches today
The pilot scheme will see around 30 bikes for hire for short journeys
Apr 21, 2022 07:52
PUP Covid payment comes to an end today
The payment was a special response to the Covid pandemic which saw thousands of people lose their jobs
Apr 5, 2022 08:14
The Department of Education facilities scheme has granted schools across the region allocations for works
Several schools in the Shannonside area have received significant allocations for works as part of a Department Of Education facilities scheme. The Additional Accommodation Scheme
Feb 20, 2021 10:18Shannonside Newsletter
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