News - Senator
Senator says waiting list numbers at Roscommon hospital are decreasing
163 have been waiting over a year for their first outpatient consultation.
Jul 16, 2025 17:18
Local senator opposes plans to hike student contribution fees
It was initially a temporary measure, but was made solid in the recent Programme for Government.
Jul 1, 2025 13:26
Senator says Longford minor injury unit 'unlikely' to be developed in the near future
That's according to local senator Joe Flaherty, who welcomed the news of the potential development.
Jun 27, 2025 12:36
Local senator calls for driving lessons to be given in secondary schools
100,000 people are currently waiting to take their exam.
May 24, 2025 08:38
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
Local Senator calls for public to engage with Irish language and keep it alive
Seachtain na Gaeilge was founded as part of the Gaelic Revival by Conradh na Gaeilge in 1902.
Mar 11, 2025 07:59
Dumping fines must be drastically increased says Longford Senator
Senator Brady says that nothing will change until the punishments will increase.
Mar 6, 2025 13:49
Longford Senator 'baffled' following hoax bomb threat at supermarket
This is the second time in two years the store has been the victim of a bomb threat.
Jan 12, 2025 09:15
Longford Councillor hoping to contest seat in Seanad
The Drumlish man says he made the decision due to the number of concerns raised during General Election canvassing in Longford-Westmeath.
Dec 6, 2024 08:59
Tributes paid to former Fine Gael TD following sudden passing
The politician is remembered for his remarkable oratory skills and his constant involvement in local politics even after his retirement.
Jan 28, 2024 14:02
Local Senator appointed secretary of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party
The local Postmaster has taken over the role from Deputy Alan Dillon, who himself has been appointed chair of the party.
Nov 27, 2023 17:20
Local apprenticeship centre to tackle major tradesperson shortage-Senator
The GRETB has already submitted a proposal to SOLAS for a two and half acre site in the heart of Roscommon town.
Nov 9, 2023 07:54
Man guilty of harassing local Senator to be sentenced today
A victim impact statement from Senator Carrigy previously described how the messages left him in fear for the security of his family.
Sep 19, 2023 07:12
Roscommon Senator calls on Eir to improve landline repair service
The main issue is the length of time it takes for someone to come out and fix the landline fault
Jul 14, 2023 12:50Shannonside Newsletter
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