News - Elphin
WATCH: Daughter of Elphin resident jailed in Iraq makes emotional appeal for his release
The family are fighting a battle to have Robert released from jail in Iraq.
May 4, 2022 13:37
Local Diocese confirms it is offering properties to Ukrainian refugees for housing
The Red Cross will have to assess the offers before giving them the green light.
Apr 27, 2022 16:48
Roscommon resident stranded in Brazil after suffering stroke
James father went to Brazil to help his wife following the death of her mother but then suffered a stroke leaving him with little power on the left side of his body
Apr 25, 2022 18:09
Wife of Elphin resident jailed in Iraq pleads for widespread support
Desree is urging people to share the hashtag Free Robert Pether
Apr 8, 2022 17:40
UN body declare imprisonment of Elphin resident in Iraq as illegal
Robert Pether was jailed in for five years in August.
Apr 7, 2022 14:22
Major funding boost for two Roscommon schools
A number of special classrooms will be developed in schools in Elphin and Boyle.
Mar 7, 2022 17:13
Family of jailed Elphin resident meets Foreign Affairs Minister
The meeting took place today.
Feb 9, 2022 18:15
Priest describes Roscommon man's death as a "cruel" and "callous" act
The Roscommon native died following a shocking incident in Dublin in late January.
Feb 8, 2022 12:38
Roscommon man who died trying to stop car theft to be laid to rest today
Gardai are continuing to investigate Mr McDonnell's killing.
Feb 8, 2022 07:58
Funeral details confirmed for Roscommon man killed by stolen car
The well-known businessman died days after a youth tried to steal his car in Dublin.
Feb 3, 2022 08:46
Tributes paid to Monsignor Charles Travers
Monsignor Travers died at the age of 94.
Jan 17, 2022 18:13
Hope fades for local engineer's return for Christmas
Robert Pether is currently serving a jail sentence in Baghdad, Iraq.
Dec 21, 2021 18:18
Minister says no issue with funding for Castlerea eMental Health Hub
The Minster was on a visit to Roscommon today.
Nov 26, 2021 17:23Shannonside Newsletter
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