News - Cathaoirleach
Garry Murtagh appointed as Longford's new 'first citizen'
While fellow colleague Niall Gannon was appointed Leas Cathaoirleach.
Jun 20, 2025 17:45
Castlerea outdoor swimming pool to open in ten days' time
The pool is very popular with schoolchildren and will be open throughout their summer holidays.
Jun 8, 2025 12:42
Stalling of Ballaghaderreen upgrade has cost council almost €250,000
Work is nearly half completed on the 4.5 million euro public realm enhancement project.
Jun 8, 2025 09:23
Former Roscommon cathaoirleach had 'no enemies - only friends,' funeral hears
The funeral Mass of 99-year-old Tom Callaghan took place in St Paul's Church, Kilmurray, this morning.
Jun 6, 2025 13:04
Next 'first citizens' of Shannonside counties revealed
Fine Gael councillor Garry Murtagh is set to take over as Longford cathaoirleach on June 20th.
May 26, 2025 17:41
Rural and community development minister to unveil new projects in Co. Leitrim
The Rural and Community Development minister will be visiting projects and performing official openings that have received funding from the department.
Apr 11, 2025 13:48
LISTEN: Leitrim Cathaoirleach disappointed over absence of Seanad representation for the county
The Fianna Fáil politician also unsuccessfully ran in the General Election back in November.
Feb 3, 2025 15:45
Leitrim Cathaoirleach criticises HSE for not meeting councillors on homecare support
Earlier this week, a south Roscommon pensioner says she's set to lose vital homecare support for her severely disabled daughter.
Jan 18, 2025 09:16
Roscommon Cathaoirleach proposes reform to verge trimming system
Verge trimming is a road maintenance operation conducted by local authorities, during which grass is cut on the side of the road to enhance visibility for people and motorists at junctions.
Sep 21, 2024 11:54
Roscommon Cathaoirleach pays tribute to former council official
Her funeral Mass will take place in St Patrick's Church in Athleague tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock.
Sep 6, 2024 13:49
Roscommon Cathaoirleach calls for development of new factory
The Fianna Fáil councillor was elected as Cathaoirleach for the second time at last Friday's AGM.
Jun 24, 2024 13:08
Three parties likely to have control of Roscommon County Council
Talks are taking place to see who will power in the chamber after the local elections.
Jun 12, 2024 13:02
Day of high drama set to continue today at Roscommon voting count
That recount in the Boyle Local Electoral Area is set to take place at Noon today.
Jun 10, 2024 08:11
Former cathaoirleach is a potential candidate in upcoming local elections
The Ballaghaderreen man was a Fine Gael councillor between 1991 and 2004 and is a long-time community activist.
Mar 17, 2024 12:06Shannonside Newsletter
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