News - Emer Kelly
Councillor Emer Kelly set to become Athlone Municipal District cathaoirleach today
The Independent will replace Fine Gael councillor Domnick Connolly this afternoon.
Jun 16, 2026 07:24
Proposed Active Travel project to increase safety at Ballyforan NS
The project seeks to improve pedestrian infrastructure across the village of Ballyforan, including new signage and road markings to define a School Zone at Ballyforan National School.
Mar 16, 2026 14:02
Planned eating-disorder unit in Roscommon 'long overdue' - councillor
The six-bed ward will be part of the new mental health unit in Roscommon, which is planned by the HSE.
Feb 26, 2026 13:35
South Roscommon the 'poor relation' for Local Link - but no new services planned this year
The transport provider gave a presentation at yesterday's Roscommon County Council meeting.
Feb 24, 2026 13:33
Paschal Fitzmaurice to head Roscommon's safety partnership
The partnerships bring together a broader range of stake-holders than previous joint policing committees, and include local residents, HSE and gardaí.
Jan 22, 2026 08:41
400 local kids stranded on mental health waiting lists
Local Cllr and member of the Regional Health Forum West, Emer Kelly says waiting lists must be tackled.
Nov 3, 2025 14:08
Calls for coarse and pike fishing licence fees to be removed on River Suck
It follows a significant drop in interest locally and the impact on the tourism sector in the county.
Jul 30, 2025 13:29
€80,000 secured for playground project in south Roscommon
The fund supports communities across Ireland that have welcomed new arrivals, particularly those from Ukraine.
Jul 27, 2025 15:12
South Roscommon's Emer Kelly pulls out of general election race
She previously didn't rule out joining Michael Fitzmaurice's Independent Ireland party, but now says she will be staying entirely Independent.
Oct 14, 2024 14:48
South Roscommon councillor Emer Kelly "seriously considering" general election bid - possibly for Independent Ireland
There is speculation Independent Ireland's Michael Fitzmaurice will move to Galway East - leaving a vacancy in Roscommon-Galway.
Sep 5, 2024 13:06
Day of high drama set to continue today at Roscommon voting count
That recount in the Boyle Local Electoral Area is set to take place at Noon today.
Jun 10, 2024 08:11
Five councillors returned in Roscommon so far
The first count in Boyle LEA took place earlier.
Jun 9, 2024 17:40
Three candidates elected in the Athlone local electoral area
The count is currently taking place at the Hyde Centre in Roscommon.
Jun 9, 2024 12:36
Serious concern remains in south Roscommon about wind farm plans
Plans for wind turbines in south Roscommon have been causing controversy for several years now
Jun 8, 2022 17:43Shannonside Newsletter
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