News - Senator Gareth Scahill
Up to 10 Roscommon children couldn't go to school this week because of transport issues
The Frenchpark to Castlerea Road closed on Monday and will remain shut until November 3rd, due to the upgrade of the N5.
Sep 19, 2025 17:28
Scahill signals support for secretaries and caretakers
Sep 4, 2025 17:12
Further concerns raised over Garda numbers in the region
Figures published in the latest allocation from Templemore show the north west region, which includes Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon has yet again, received the lowest number of new officers.
Aug 25, 2025 12:58
Number of pre-schools in the region set to benefit from meals programme
It's part of around €4.2 million in funding nationally that will be provided to ensure that 25,000 pre-school children get a nutritious meal while attending early learning and care services in disadvantaged areas.
Aug 14, 2025 13:19
Calls for emergency situation to be declared in Roscommon over power outages
Almost 3,500 ESB customers across the Shannonside region lost supply after Storm Floris yesterday.
Aug 5, 2025 13:11
Some local businesses could be in line for a financial boost
The appeals process allows businesses misclassified during the original Increased Cost of Business grant registration to apply.
Jul 24, 2025 13:44
Late Roscommon Councillor remembered at opening of new facilities
New slipways have been built at Frenchlawn in Ballintubber and Dundermott in Ballymoe.
Jul 7, 2025 13:39
Forestry owners impacted by Roscommon wildfires may not be able to replant trees
It follows a meeting between Forestry Minister Michael Healy-Rae and a delegation from the county this week.
Jun 18, 2025 12:54
Senator claims insurance costs rise in Roscommon due to spike in crime
A recent analysis by Chill Insurance found the average cost of car insurance is €731 in the county.
Jun 12, 2025 12:45
Local Senator says landowners affected by fires should receive state compensation
Gareth Scahill told the Seanad the blazes in Gortaganny caused extensive damage over the weekend.
May 21, 2025 07:22
Local senator raises concerns about staffing embargos in youth mental health services
Fine Gael's Gareth Scahill was speaking in the Seanad yesterday, on a day that marked mental health awareness.
May 16, 2025 13:01
Local Senator calls for review of fire services area boundaries
There have been large bog fires locally in the past month with the most recent occurring just outside Drumlish this week.
May 14, 2025 07:45
LISTEN: Hundreds come out to support Castlerea Darkness Into Light walk
The annual Darkness into Light walks took place across the country, starting from 4am.
May 10, 2025 11:21
600 vulnerable people in the region still waiting to have homes retro-fitted
The Warmer Homes Scheme allows people in energy poverty to get their homes fully retro-fitted.
May 8, 2025 13:20Shannonside Newsletter
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