News - Ukraine
Shannonside region set to benefit from new community funding
The community recognition fund is an initiative to support communities that have welcomed people from Ukraine and other countries.
Jan 24, 2023 13:36
200 modular homes to be ready for Ukrainians by April welcomed by local TD
Jan 22, 2023 08:48
25 properties offered to Longford Council to house Ukrainian refugees
A tax-free recognition payment of €800 per month is available for properties used to house those arriving from Ukraine.
Jan 17, 2023 13:38
Over 400 Ukrainians in employment across Shannonside region
According to CSO figures, the number of Ukrainians in employment is steadily increasing.
Jan 6, 2023 13:16
Petition opposing use of Longford Greyhound Track for modular homes surpasses target
A public meeting will be held this evening in the Red Room at PVs in Longford Town from 8PM to discuss the issue.
Dec 8, 2022 07:47
Leitrim Social Farming praised by Ukrainian Ambassador
Social Farming offers people who are socially, physically, mentally or intellectually disadvantaged the opportunity to spend time on a family farm in a healthy, supportive and inclusive environment.
Dec 5, 2022 13:23
Longford Councillor requests meeting with OPW to discuss modular housing plans
While both elected representatives acknowledge there's a need to provide accommodation to refugees, Councillor Nolan says the greyhound stadium must be left as a recreational amenity as outlined in the county development plan.
Dec 1, 2022 17:33
Longford Councillor believes greyhound stadium unsuitable for modular housing
Councillor Gerry Warnock has raised concerns over the site due to its plans for a skatepark and cycle way which part eight planning was adopted for by councillors at yesterday's meeting.
Nov 24, 2022 17:50
Communities accommodating Ukrainians need to be supported - Ukrainian Civil Society Forum
The comments come as the Ukrainian ambassador to Ireland announced a visit to Drumshanbo in December earlier today.
Nov 22, 2022 17:31
Ukrainian Ambassador to attend special concert in Drumshanbo next month
The event is free but the night will accept donations on the night for St Vincent de Paul.
Nov 22, 2022 13:36
Over 2600 Ukrainian people living in Shannonside Northern Sound region
The figures were released to the Irish Examiner from the Department of Integration.
Nov 21, 2022 13:36
Local TD believes Russian Government sanction list an "attempt to spread misinformation"
Deputy Joe Flaherty previously described Ukraine in the Dáil as the 'victim of a barbaric act and a barbaric dictator who has brought wanton and untold carnage on that country'.
Nov 18, 2022 17:35
Longford TD included in Russian 'Stop List' of sanctioned politicians
The local TD described Vladimir Putin as a 'Barbaric Dictator' in the Dáil last March.
Nov 18, 2022 12:23Shannonside Newsletter
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