News - Shannonside region
Over 30 cases of Covid-19 detected locally in the last 7 days
The HSE are advising people over the bank holiday not to socialise if they have Covid symptoms.
Feb 2, 2024 17:41
Over 420 asylum seekers currently being housed across the region
The figures released by IPAS show that there is now over 26,000 asylum seekers currently being housed in Ireland.
Jan 15, 2024 13:22
Over 10% of tourist beds in the region used to accommodate refugees
According to the report, Leitrim and Westmeath have the highest proportion of beds contracted to the Government in the region.
Jan 9, 2024 13:06
Locals are being encouraged to participate in annual bird survey
As families spend time at home over the holiday period, BirdWatch Ireland is asking people to spend a short amount of time each week watching their garden birds and recording what they see.
Jan 1, 2024 13:14
Free walk-in flu vaccines for children will be available locally tomorrow
There has been an increase in cases of flu among young children as the HSE urges parents to get their kids vaccinated.
Dec 26, 2023 13:17
Over 300 approved housing projects reported across the region so far
Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon hold some of the country's lowest figures.
Dec 8, 2023 13:32
Number of people in the region appear on tax defaulters list
The list published by Revenue contains a list of those who failed to declare income tax returns, were involved in the smuggling and illegal sale of tobacco, and the misuse of marked mineral oil.
Dec 6, 2023 13:05
Sligo University Hospital ED is the third busiest in the country today
Nationally, 546 people are waiting for beds in hospitals around the country this morning.
Dec 6, 2023 11:23
Decrease in number of sexual offences in Shannonside region
The figures released by the CSO covers the Roscommon/Longford and Sligo/Leitrim Garda divisions.
Nov 16, 2023 14:47
Planning permission sought for extension works at Connolly Barracks
The prominent facility lies at the top of Longford Town, with the LWETB previously expanding their operations onto the site.
Nov 9, 2023 13:44
Over 5000 people currently on live register in the Shannonside region
There has been a 1% decrease on Septembers figures for the region.
Nov 7, 2023 13:04
Local buildings to be lit up in blue and pink in honour of infant loss charity
The Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland also known as the Charity Féileacáin has asked for buildings around Ireland to show their support by lighting up blue and pink on the night.
Oct 14, 2023 11:07
Number of approved housing projects have increased in the region
Friday's CSO report outlined the number of apartment and housing unit planning permissions granted in the country per county this year.
Sep 13, 2023 08:11
Texaco sports grants awarded to local clubs
The fuel company launched the award as an aid to clubs to enhance their contribution to local communities.
Sep 8, 2023 13:48Shannonside Newsletter
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