News - United States
Shannonside councils jet to Big Apple for Patrick's Day events
Cultural and business events are taking place in New York to mark ties with counties in the Shannonside region.
Mar 13, 2026 13:15
Famine Way to expand to US, Boyle man reveals
It's part of the Global Irish Famine Way project, which aims to install commemorations of the Great Famine around the world.
Mar 2, 2026 16:22
Trump cuts to medical funding puts life-changing treatment for Roscommon brothers on hold
Twins George and Isaac Naughton were diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in 2012, and thousands of euro has been raised to send them to the US.
Mar 17, 2025 12:17
US to meet Russian officials after Ukraine agrees on 30-day ceasefire
It follows talks in Saudi Arabia yesterday between officials from Washington and Kyiv.
Mar 12, 2025 07:22
Donald Trump arrives in Washington ahead of inauguration celebrations
He’ll be sworn in for a second term as President tomorrow.
Jan 19, 2025 08:36
Funds being raised to help Roscommon teens with DMD receive 'ground-breaking' treatment in US
In 2012, George, Isaac and Archie Naughton were diagnosed with DMD, a progressive muscle-wasting disease for which there is no treatment and no cure.
Dec 15, 2024 11:48
Donald Trump set to become 47th President of the United States
The Republican's told his supporters in Florida that he will 'heal' America.
Nov 6, 2024 14:06
Security measures questioned following assassination attempt on Trump
A gunman fired at the former US President from a rooftop at a rally in Pennsylvania last night.
Jul 14, 2024 09:09
Taoiseach urges Ireland and US co-operation to secure ceasefire in Gaza
Speaking in Boston, Leo Varadkar says the "cries of the innocent will haunt us forever if we stay silent".
Mar 12, 2024 08:07
Roscommon tourist sites praised by American journalists
The writers' itinerary focused on 'green' experiences and adventure and included Lough Key Forest Park, where they experienced Boda Borg and enjoyed lunch in the Lakeside Café.
Oct 15, 2023 13:10
Two Roscommon natives awarded scholarships to teach and research in USA
Fullbright Scholarships are grants for Irish citizens to complete postdoctoral or professional research in the United States.
Jun 19, 2022 08:28
Passengers no longer need to Covid test before heading to the States
Vaccination certs will still be required.
Jun 12, 2022 09:43
Man sentenced to nine years for abuse of boy he mentored in midlands GAA club
The victim impact statement in the case heard last July that the man had stolen the boys soul, innocence, and belief
Dec 20, 2021 16:03
At least 22 dead as Storm Ida hits US East Coast
Subway stations were engulfed with water and roads have turned into rivers.
Sep 2, 2021 17:45Shannonside Newsletter
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