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Longford senator urging parents not to put pressure on children ahead of state exams
Senator Paraic Brady says Drumlish and Newtownforbes have been hit by mental health issues recently - with the loss of a number of students' friends.
May 31, 2026 12:31
Fraudsters try to scam Roscommon senator - by pretending to be his daughter
Gareth Scahill says one in three people in Ireland have experienced fraud.
May 7, 2026 09:38
Local senator rejects concerns about impact of social media ban on rural children
The government is considering banning under-16s from accessing social media.
Apr 29, 2026 13:33
Sharp increase in number of children referred to autism support workers in Sligo/Leitrim
The initiative was introduced by the Home Youth Liaison Service in 2024.
Apr 29, 2026 13:25
Senator praises Roscommon Gardaí following conviction of two men over 2024 burglaries
Gareth Scahill said the arrests brought relief to affected communities.
Apr 17, 2026 18:26
Increase in termination notices issued by landlords to tenants locally
Among those include a young mother and other families in county Leitrim who are being forced to leave their existing dwelling.
Apr 16, 2026 13:13
Longford senator rejects claims filling stations are price-gouging
Petrol and diesel prices have surged since the Iran war - with both fuels going above 2 euro a litre.
Mar 27, 2026 13:37
Over €80,000 earmarked for local agricultural shows
The announcement comes from Minister Dara Calleary, who confirmed 126 shows nationwide will benefit from the funding.
Mar 7, 2026 10:28
Longford senator calls for raised pedestrian crossings outside schools
Paraic Brady says it's vital because a large amount of children are outside them.
Feb 21, 2026 11:56
Roscommon senator says apprentices are 'badly needed' in the county
Castlerea senator Gareth Scahill says the county urgently needs an apprenticeship training centre.
Feb 14, 2026 09:28
Tributes paid to former Minister Martin Mansergh
The former Fianna Fáil Tipperary South TD and Senator has passed away at the age of 78.
Sep 27, 2025 08:22
Local senator welcomes plans to restore catering services on Sligo-Dublin line
The travel company says it's working on funding to restore the catering trolley service on trains.
Aug 21, 2025 13:01
Yearly allocation of €350,000 secured for enhancement of local trails
The investment aims to boost tourism and enhance amenities along the Midlands trail network.
Aug 11, 2025 13:38
National success of Abbey Hotel down to Tom Grealy's 'memorable work' - Eugene Murphy
Tributes are continuing to pour in following the passing of Tom Grealy, who ran the Abbey Hotel in Roscommon.
Jul 28, 2025 12:51Shannonside Newsletter
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