News - Ukrainian
Ukrainian man charged with fatal Ballaghaderreen assault remains on bail
The court previously heard that Yevhen Shutko (46) was claiming self-defence.
May 8, 2026 17:48
Up to nine refugee centres in Leitrim could close, under government plans
It's after the government announced it's to begin withdrawing state accommodation from Ukrainians.
Apr 29, 2026 10:27
21 local hotels and guesthouses housing Ukrainian refugees
There are six hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs in Roscommon accommodating Ukrainians, with 186 beds in them.
Apr 6, 2026 13:18
Ukrainian refugees living in nearly 500 homes in Leitrim
The state pays homeowners €600 a month if they accommodate Ukrainians in their houses.
Feb 16, 2026 12:17
Funeral arranged for Englishman who died after alleged assault in Ballaghaderreen
It’s taking place in Kent on February 12th.
Feb 5, 2026 12:00
Ukrainian refugees crucial to Carrick's TidyTowns victory
The Leitrim town won the overall award in the SuperValu competition - as well as the small town category.
Oct 24, 2025 17:39
Ukrainian refugees to face homelessness if hosting scheme is not extended
The scheme came into effect in July 2022 to encourage people to open their homes to Ukrainian refugees.
Feb 2, 2025 08:04
Two buildings in north Roscommon to have 46 beds for Ukrainian refugees
They are Croghan Old National School, which has 15 beds, and Doyle's in Cootehall, with 31 beds.
Oct 25, 2024 13:47
Chief executive of Doras criticises accommodation restrictions for refugees
Rooskey man John Lannon, of Limerick-based NGO Doras, said the move would leave many Ukrainians homeless.
Oct 26, 2023 13:12
Ukrainian refugees may face time limit on State accommodation
Under the initiative Ukrainian refugees would have to find either a rental property or take up the offer of a home pledged by members of the public.
Oct 24, 2023 09:30
Longford Ukrainian Community to host special crafter's cafe
The event has been organised with the support of Creative Ireland and will take place across the week in Grafton Court close to the Longford Shopping Centre.
Sep 22, 2023 15:35
Incoming Ukrainian refugees to be housed in tents from today
A six week contract has been signed for glamping tents to be used at the Electric Picnic site in Stradbally, Co Laois.
Sep 5, 2023 09:11
Incoming Ukrainian refugees to live in tents due to lack of accommodation
The Department of Integation has confirmed tented accommodation will be provided for new arrivals fleeing the war in Ukraine.
Sep 1, 2023 13:12
Over 700 Ukrainian students now enrolled in local schools
Over 15,000 Ukrainian pupils are now attending schools nationally.
Jul 10, 2023 13:13Shannonside Newsletter
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