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2,000 jobs taken up by locally based Ukrainian refugees in last three months

3,000 Ukrainian refugees are currently living in the Shannonside region according to figures from the start of the month.

Jun 23, 2023 12:53

Roscommon community marks arrival of Ukrainian refugees with anniversary ceremony

Music, dance, face painting, sports and Ukrainian food will be open to everyone.

Mar 15, 2023 15:33

Leitrim principal says schools are coping well with extra Ukrainian pupils

CSO figures published this week show almost 2,000 Ukrainian people now living in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon

Nov 17, 2022 17:32

Former local care home operator urges Minister for Older People to apologise

It follows comments made by Minister Mary Butler that some operators appear to be closing their current businesses in favour of accommodating refugees.

Sep 1, 2022 18:05

Tents erected to accomodate more refugees at Lissywollen Athlone

The tents are being erected at the Direct Provision Centre at Lissywollen Athlone

Aug 16, 2022 09:28

Local Barracks not to be used for refugee housing says Government

Custume Barracks is not one of the locations under consideration for a temporary refugee centre.

Jul 19, 2022 13:59

Local disused Garda stations to be assessed for Refugee housing

The buildings will be restored and brought back into use to serve a new function.

Jul 18, 2022 13:25

Taoiseach in Kyiv today for meeting with Ukrainian President

The Taoiseach was invited by the Ukrainian President following a phone call two weeks ago.

Jul 6, 2022 08:57

Locals urged to plant sunflowers in new Ukrainian solidarity campaign

Sow Now seed packets will be available in Supervalu stores nationwide from next week.

Apr 22, 2022 13:53

Local teachers encouraged to attend Ukrainian Webinar this evening

The webinar takes place this evening at 7pm.

Mar 31, 2022 12:45

Ukrainians already seeking work in Roscommon

Efforts are also underway to assist the refugees with gathering personal documents.

Mar 25, 2022 13:35

Granard Convent suggested for new Ukrainian refugee regional Hub

The discussions between the current owners and the Irish Red Cross are at an early stage.

Mar 24, 2022 17:51

Pensioners won't be penalised for housing Ukrainian citizens

Minister Heather Humphries will make the announcement at Cabinet this mroning.

Mar 22, 2022 09:42

20,000 people pledge homes for Ukrainian refugees

Of those, 4,000 have registered fully vacant homes.

Mar 21, 2022 09:46

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