News - Council

Close to 180 council homes across Shannonside region are vacant

That's according to a breakdown published in the Sunday Independent today.

Jun 14, 2026 14:36

The government has announced the expansion of the Buy and Renew Scheme.

Feb 16, 2026 12:52

They're located in various villages and towns throughout the region.

Nov 15, 2025 11:30

Roscommon County Councillors are set to select Michael Holland Snr to the role later today.

May 26, 2025 07:29

The new Roscommon LEA member paid tribute to late councillors Anthony Waldron and John Naughten in her opening speech.

Apr 28, 2025 17:13

Councillor Gerry Hagan is calling for the demolition of the building to allow space for road and pedestrian safety works on neighbouring streets.

Mar 18, 2025 13:54

The Leitrim Councillor believes many businesses have suffered severe costs following the damage of Storm Eowyn.

Mar 3, 2025 07:36

This applies to all local roads in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon, bar one exception in Roscommon.

Feb 7, 2025 08:42

Roscommon County Council has decided to make an exception for the old N5 near Ballaghaderreen, where the limit will stay at 80.

Nov 25, 2024 18:20

He joined fellow independent Turlough McGovern and the 8 Fine Gael Councillors in the local authority to form a coalition for control of the council

Jun 21, 2024 18:03

Lanesboro's Mark Casey will be announced as the new Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council next week.

Jun 12, 2024 19:54

Sean McGowan, from Dromod, is the latest politician to speak about the negative impact of social media.

May 1, 2024 14:43

The Mohill man revealed his decision is partly because of abuse leveled towards him on social media.

Apr 17, 2024 07:53

Garda in Leitrim have confirmed that they are carrying out inquiries into reports of public roads being blocked as part of the demonstration.

Nov 28, 2023 14:55

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