News - Ukraine
Up to five refugee centres in Longford could close over the next year
It's after the government announced it's to begin withdrawing state accommodation from Ukrainians.
Apr 30, 2026 13:44
Five refugee centres in Roscommon could close down, under government plans
The properties will be returned to tourism and the private rental market.
Apr 28, 2026 10:33
Funding cuts to hit local adult education services
The government previously introduced ESOL funding to support Ukrainian refugees who arrived after Russia's invasion.
Mar 25, 2026 17:18
Decrease of accommodation contracts for Ukrainian people in Shannonside Region
Leitrim saw the largest figure locally in both years, going from 12 to 10 this year.
Mar 20, 2026 17:27
Bishop Doran condemns the 'evil' of the Ukraine war, on 4th anniversary
He says they'd much prefer to be at home with their own people.
Feb 24, 2026 17:38
'We remember our families still in Ukraine, who continue to suffer' - Ukrainian tells anniversary Mass in Longford
A special Mass was held in St Mel's Cathedral last night.
Feb 24, 2026 13:47
Over 1,000 Ukrainian pupils enrolled in local schools
The findings come following a parliamentary question by Clare TD, Cathal Crowe to Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton on the floor of the Dáil.
Jan 29, 2026 17:08
Trump deadline for Ukraine truce criticised by Irish MEP
The 28-point plan involves Kyiv surrendering land to Moscow, reducing the size of its military, and would see Ukraine banned from joining NATO.
Nov 22, 2025 08:30
'Great progress' made at Trump-Putin summit despite no ceasefire deal
Donald Trump met the Russian president for talks in Alaska, to discuss a possible plan for peace.
Aug 16, 2025 08:15
€80,000 secured for playground project in south Roscommon
The fund supports communities across Ireland that have welcomed new arrivals, particularly those from Ukraine.
Jul 27, 2025 15:12
EU commissioner to assist local mother obtain autopsy report following death of son in Russian missile attack
He was killed last August in a Russian missile attack which targeted the hotel where he had been staying in the town of Kramatorsk.
Jun 23, 2025 13:42
'Critical' week ahead for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia
Following a one-to-one meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Vatican at the weekend, Donald Trump said he doubts Vladimir Putin is willing to end the war.
Apr 28, 2025 07:35
Labour spokesperson says any deal reached with Russia will be 'to the cost of Ukraine'
Presidents Trump and Zelensky were pictured opposite each other at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
Apr 27, 2025 07:24
Local GOAL volunteer says funding cuts to aid agency will put lives at risk
The Irish humanitarian response agency recently confirmed that its staff, which includes 28 employees in Ireland, may be affected by layoffs due to funding cuts from the US and a number of countries in Europe.
Mar 31, 2025 17:12Shannonside Newsletter
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