News - weekend
Local health services remind public of care options over Bank Holiday weekend
People are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the range of care pathways available and to consider the most appropriate option before attending Emergency Departments.
May 31, 2026 08:56
People of Longford in high spirits as temperatures soar this weekend
Footfall around local towns and villages is expected to be high as people go out to bask in the sunshine.
Sep 6, 2024 13:52
Locals urged not to stockpile medicine amid shortages
An index from Azure shows the number of medicines out of stock remains stubbornly high at 241.
May 15, 2023 17:53
Three local schools win top prizes at Student Enterprise Awards this year
These schools were located across Leitrim, Longford and Roscommon.
May 8, 2023 13:07
Weather conditions force postponement of Roscommon Ploughing
The event is now on the end of April.
Mar 31, 2023 14:18
Large number of Credit Union scam texts reported in Roscommon
The Credit Unions are the latest financial institutions to be targeted by the fraudsters
Feb 13, 2023 17:28
Ten rescued from sinking speedboat in Athlone
The incident happened near the M6 Bridge in Athlone on Saturday night
Aug 15, 2022 09:54
Local Gardai urging caution for revellers ahead of double Bank Holiday weekend
Gardai are expecting a very busy for days as people enjoy the first lengthy bank holiday of the year.
Mar 16, 2022 14:33
Gardaí call for witnesses following south Leitrim break ins
Local Gardaí are investigating links between this weekend's incidents and ones earlier in the month in Roscommon.
Sep 28, 2021 11:17
People across the region are being urged to stay within their 5km exercise limit this weekend
Gardai are warning people to comply with the 5km exercise limit this weekend if they plan on getting some fresh air. Over thirty people were
Jan 23, 2021 12:13Shannonside Newsletter
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