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Leitrim councillor seeks standard height for speed ramps
He has this week called for more uniformity when it comes to the traffic calming measure.
May 11, 2025 09:22
Plans revealed for medical centre and drive-thru restaurant in Tarmonbarry
Local developer and councillor Tom Crosby has bought two acres in Tarmonbarry, beside Westward's service station.
May 7, 2025 12:51
Ruth Connolly-Conboy officially takes her seat in Roscommon County Council
The new Roscommon LEA member paid tribute to late councillors Anthony Waldron and John Naughten in her opening speech.
Apr 28, 2025 17:13
Call for roadside water pumps to be reinstated in Longford
Councillor Monaghan says the pumps would help in situations where electrical outages cause problems with water supply.
Mar 20, 2025 14:07
Leitrim councillor calls on ESB to place strategic plan following storm
Some homes and businesses in the county were left without power for close to 3 weeks after the devastating storm.
Mar 3, 2025 13:30
LISTEN: Late Roscommon councillor's brother says he had a passion for serving his county
Mr Waldron passed away suddenly at home last Sunday morning at the age of 64.
Feb 14, 2025 17:27
Book of condolence to open in Roscommon for late Councillor Anthony Waldron
Councillor Waldron died suddenly at his home in Ballintubber over the weekend, while aged in his 60s.
Feb 10, 2025 08:29
New electric vehicle charging hub in Roscommon town 'a boost' for residents
It will feature fast and slow charging points which will benefit local residents, schools and businesses.
Feb 3, 2025 13:52
Local councillor confident Frank Feighan will still deliver for constituency despite losing out on Junior Ministry
The Government role will allow Deputy Feighan to focus on issues affecting the constituency.
Feb 3, 2025 10:52
Around 6,000 homes and businesses in Roscommon still without power
The county is one of the worst affected in the country for power outages.
Feb 3, 2025 09:26
Councillor says locals in 'shock' following discovery of woman's body in Roscommon
A post mortem exam will take place at University Hospital Galway, which will determine the course of the investigation.
Dec 31, 2024 10:37
Local councillor hopeful Lough Funshinagh can be returned to its former state
Flood relief works at the former turlough have been held up by High Court actions by an environmental group since 2021.
Dec 28, 2024 09:31
PODCAST: Call for fewer, better-paid councillors
Independent councillor Marie Casserly was eliminated on the eighth count in Sligo-Leitrim on Sunday, with almost 3,500 votes.
Dec 4, 2024 17:15
Leitrim councillor warns of "catastrophe" over diseased trees
Independent Cllr Enda Stenson is bringing forward a motion to Monday's Leitrim County Council meeting following the damage caused by Storm Ashley recently.
Nov 1, 2024 13:58Shannonside Newsletter
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