News - Elphin
Two local schools given approval for Hot School Meals programme
The Hot School Meals programme is designed to help children be able to concentrate better and get a better education as a result
Nov 22, 2021 11:44
Appeal to free Elphin-based engineer from Iraqi jail denied
Nov 1, 2021 08:41
Official sod turning of N5 road project to take place near Elphin
The 34KM project is expected to take three years to complete.
Oct 18, 2021 08:45
End of an era as bank branches close in several local towns
Eleven branches of Bank of Ireland across the Shannonside Northern Sound region closed their doors for the last time today.
Oct 8, 2021 17:23
Community of Elphin will do everything they can to support Pether family
Sep 4, 2021 11:17
LISTEN: Wife of Elphin man jailed in Iraq says he should be on suicide watch
The family now have 30 days to submit an appeal to the Iraqi court system
Aug 27, 2021 17:34
Bishops announce plans to defy government health advice on communions and confirmations
The Bishop of Elphin, Kevin Doran, last week said he would be offering the sacraments to families willing to take part.
Aug 3, 2021 09:33
Fundraiser is underway to keep Elphin SOS in operation
The charity provides free counselling to adults affected by suicide, and promotes overall mental health.
Jul 10, 2021 10:24
Appeal made for information on stolen caravan from Roscommon
The family had only purchased the caravan three weeks previously.
Jul 3, 2021 09:41
Stolen Roscommon caravan spotted travelling through midlands
Local CCTV footage had spotted the 06 registered caravan travelling through villages and towns across the region heading East.
Jun 30, 2021 13:17
Roscommon Gardaí seek witnesses following overnight theft of caravan
The caravan has been bought recently for an upcoming family holiday.
Jun 29, 2021 17:13
1st Holy Communions should be delayed until Autumn according to local Bishop
According to the Bishop of Elphin, 1st Holy Communion should be a meaningful experience for children and not just a one-day occasion.
May 25, 2021 12:39
Wife of Elphin engineer held in Iraq "extremely" concerned for his health
The wife and family of Elphin based engineer Robert Pether remain very worried about him following his arrest in Iraq over a dispute between his employer and their client
May 21, 2021 17:11Shannonside Newsletter
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