News - West
Locals advised to know their healthcare options this Easter
This helps ensure Emergency Departments are available for those who need them most.
Apr 3, 2026 09:38
Extra care urged on roads amid Status Yellow ice warnings
The north and west of the country are worst hit, with snow forecast in places.
Jan 4, 2026 08:32
Local flu-related hospital admissions double in a week
There were 163 patients admitted last week - compared to 87 the week before.
Dec 9, 2025 17:35
Leitrim under weather warning as Storm Floris brings wind and rain
Met Éireann says the west and north-west will bear the brunt of the storm, with strong gusts and heavy downpours expected.
Aug 3, 2025 13:26
Thunderstorm warning in place for local counties this afternoon
Met Eireann is predicting more heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding today
Jun 15, 2023 11:07
Ireland West Airport Knock optimistic for busiest year to date in 2023
He expects over 807,000 people will use Ireland West Airport in 2023.
Dec 28, 2022 08:50
Two local home carers honoured at national awards ceremony
Breda and Pauline received their award at a special ceremony at Comfort Keepers’ office last week.
Apr 4, 2022 17:08
Westdoc service number changing from next week
The new number comes into effect from Monday.
Oct 30, 2021 08:51
TD Marian Harkin is slamming what she describes as the "latest government discrimination" against the north and west.
Sligo Leitrim TD Marian Harkin is slamming what she describes as the "latest government discrimination" against the north and west. The Independent TD says a
Feb 21, 2021 10:44
Fears delay in ESB funding could result in damage to regional recovery following end of peat production
Funding for dozens of Just Transition projects in the Shannonside region could be at risk unless the ESB moves to release funding directly to groups
Jan 21, 2021 13:09Shannonside Newsletter
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