News - winter
Drainage works begin near flooded Roscommon farmland amid farmer concerns
Midlands North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly says the move is critical to protect farms ahead of winter.
Nov 8, 2025 15:36
HSE encourages public to take precautions this winter
The HSE says there has been a sharp increase of people seeking care for viral winter illnesses.
Dec 31, 2024 12:10
Heavy snow causing dangerous driving conditions locally
Met Éireann is advising motorists in the effected areas to only travel if absolutely necessary.
Nov 21, 2024 08:25
Winter Fuel Allowance Scheme plans announced
Some 404,000 households will benefit from the means-test allowance.
Sep 25, 2023 10:33
Covid-19 on track for Winter spike according to local Virologist
The HSE yesterday confirmed Eris - a more transmissable form of the Omicron strain, which has become established in the UK and US - has now been detected in Ireland.
Aug 10, 2023 13:41
Longford vaccination centre set to reopen from today
The centre will be open today and then from Wednesday again.
Oct 15, 2022 09:33
Rise in local healthcare workers availing of flu vaccine
There has been an increase in the number of healthcare staff taking the flu jab ahead of the Winter season.
Oct 21, 2021 13:02
Gardaí are urging motorists to 'get a grip' on Tyre Safety Day
Defective tyres pose many dangers to motorists.
Oct 6, 2021 17:30
New 'unusual' method to be used in Leitrim flood defense project
The new methods see recycled tyre material used to fill the road.
Sep 21, 2021 08:40Shannonside Newsletter
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