News - Defence Forces
Local Defence Forces fundraiser shows community spirit among soldiers
Gunners from the unit braved the weather to put on the display in towns across the region.
May 6, 2022 13:0520,000 people pledge homes for Ukrainian refugees
Of those, 4,000 have registered fully vacant homes.
Mar 21, 2022 09:03LISTEN: Hundreds turn out for special event to mark Custume Barracks centenary
The event was well attended in Athlone town centre this morning.
Feb 28, 2022 13:02Tributes paid to veterans of Longford's Connolly Barracks
The barracks marked a century of ownership by the Irish State this week.
Feb 18, 2022 13:02Custume Barracks obvious choice for new Army Headquarters - Defence Analyst
It comes following the publishing of a new report today.
Feb 9, 2022 17:02Ireland needs to treble military spending according to new report
The review proposes Ireland increase it's military spending to 3 billion euro annually.
Feb 9, 2022 08:02Longford County Council spend close to €55,000 on Connolly Barracks upkeep
The site is now often used as a community space.
Dec 28, 2021 08:12Just over €3,000 spent on Roscommon Defence Forces base this year
The Roscommon training area is used by soldiers every year, especially for shooting practice.
Oct 29, 2021 11:10Local TD says Defence Forces needs to apologise to women affected by sexual abuse
Four former female members claimed they suffered various sexual abuses in a radio documentary aired over the weekend.
Sep 13, 2021 13:09Irish Army Rangers arrive in Afghanistan
There are still a number of stages left in the evacuation of Irish passport and visa holders from the country.
Aug 25, 2021 08:08Shannonside Newsletter
Sign up now to keep up to date with the latest news.
1e, Mastertech Business Park
Athlone Rd, Townparks,
Longford,
Ireland
Eircode: N39 RR67
Copyright © 2022 Shannonside FM. Developed by Square1 and Powered by PublisherPlus