News - Carrick-on-Shannon
Large crowds to gather for funeral of respected local Traveller and tinsmith
Glowing tributes have been paid to Tom Stokes since he passed away earlier this week.
Jun 13, 2026 08:30
Councillor hopes Carrick bypass plans continue to progress
It is expected the road won't open until 2031.
Jun 10, 2026 13:09
Meeting hears construction on Carrick bypass won't start until 2029
The project remains on track for submission to An Coimisiún Pleanála in the last three months of this year.
Jun 9, 2026 07:41
Calls for a minor injuries unit to be developed in Carrick-on-Shannon
Construction of a new community hospital located on the Leitrim Road is expected to be completed in early 2027.
Jun 8, 2026 17:25
Local towns improve in IBAL rankings
The latest lrish Business Against Litter rankings have been published.
Jun 8, 2026 13:04
Over 19,000 cars across region fail NCT in first five months of 2026
Castlerea had the highest pass rate in the region at 47.8 per cent.
Jun 7, 2026 14:53
Breakthrough in SIPTU ambulance dispute
Among the stations which saw action included Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Loughlynn, Boyle and Athlone.
Jun 5, 2026 13:32
Grass not being cut in some Carrick council estates - Cllr Flynn
Cllr Flynn says it affected children's enjoyment during the hot weather last week.
Jun 5, 2026 13:17
Speed limit reduction set for public consultation
It's part of a nationwide speed reduction strategy.
Jun 5, 2026 11:08
Judging season for TidyTowns starts - as Carrick looks to retain title
Carrick-on-Shannon will be hoping to retain the overall prize they won last year.
Jun 2, 2026 13:05
BOB GELDOF INTERVIEW: 'Back in the day, we tried to get a gig in Carrick-on-Shannon, but we were told to f*** off'
Geldof says he enjoyed a relaxing time in Carrick-on-Shannon before yesterday's concert, visiting a local coffee shop, the former workhouse and a famine memorial.
Jun 1, 2026 02:45
Fears of a tragedy due to 'boy-racing' in Carrick-on-Shannon
They start circling the town around 10pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights - and continue until around 4am.
May 27, 2026 13:08
Carrick train station to get long-awaited new car park
Irish Rail has got access to land from the ESB for the new facility at Cortober.
May 22, 2026 16:59Shannonside Newsletter
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