News - Carrick-on-Shannon
24-hour gym and major housing development planned for Carrick
A 24-gym would be developed on the ground floor, with changing, shower and locker rooms, and gym equipment and storage facilities.
Apr 29, 2026 07:17
Blow for Carrick as store enters liquidation
The company, which opened its first store in 2009, made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday.
Apr 23, 2026 13:00
Condition of roads impacting local learners
Cllr Paddy Farrell raised the matter at this month's meeting of the local MD.
Apr 14, 2026 13:15
Traffic delays as major protest ongoing between Carrick and Rooskey
This is causing significant traffic delays in both directions of the road, especially eastbound near Rooskey.
Apr 12, 2026 15:03
PODCAST: Carrick fuel protesters call for urgent action, as around 400 attend peaceful walk
In this podcast, several people said the fuel situation is a serious crisis.
Apr 12, 2026 13:52
Local fuel protester says demonstrations will end if carbon tax is scrapped
There were major tailbacks in Carrick-on-Shannon yesterday.
Apr 11, 2026 09:18
Major tailbacks in Carrick-on-Shannon today as blockades continue
There are reports of a blockade on the N4 in Carrick-on-Shannon this morning, while delays are expected again today.
Apr 10, 2026 10:17
New housing development in Carrick approved despite pollution concerns
They're planned for the Longford side of the town.
Apr 3, 2026 08:17
Electric car sales double in Shannonside region
A total of 196 were registered in Leitrim, Longford and Roscommon between January and March - up from 94 in the same period last year.
Apr 1, 2026 12:52
John McGahern remembered fondly on 20th anniversary of his death
The local writer is best known for his acclaimed novel Amongst Women and That They May Face the Rising Sun.
Mar 30, 2026 08:10
Gardaí attend scene of collision in Carrick-on-Shannon
It's been reported the collision caused heavy traffic and tailbacks in the area.
Mar 27, 2026 18:10
Gardaí warn locals of suspicious vehicle in Carrick-on-Shannon area
They are reporting a brown 2026 landcruiser driven by a man selling knives and tools.
Mar 26, 2026 11:53
Over 5,000 people on live register in Shannonside region
The Live Register is a monthly CSO survey that counts people under 65 registering for Jobseeker's Benefit, Jobseeker's Allowance, or Jobseeker's Pay Related Benefit.
Mar 24, 2026 07:25
Minister confirms rural households to be supported in government fuel measures
A final decision on what to include in a package of measures will be decided this evening before being brought to Cabinet tomorrow morning.
Mar 23, 2026 18:04Shannonside Newsletter
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