News - EPA
Two local water supplies on EPA's 'at risk' list.
The report says THM limits were exceeded in both supplies.
Jul 1, 2026 17:36
Reports finds five boil and restriction water notices issued locally last year
It's part of the Environmental Protection Agency's Drinking Water Quality in Public Supplies publication.
Jul 1, 2026 13:20
Over 300 GAP inspections took place across region in 2025
A GAP or Good Agricultural Practice inspection refers to audits of farms to make sure they follow strict rules to protect water quality from farm waste.
Jun 14, 2026 11:53
85% of Roscommon septic tanks fail environmental inspections
The failure rate was 61 per cent in Leitrim and 40 per cent in Longford.
May 19, 2026 07:39
Poor ecological status found in north Roscommon lake
Oct 14, 2025 17:35
Pollution fears from Mohill wastewater plant - EPA
There's a plan to upgrade Mohill's plant by 2030.
Oct 9, 2025 08:36
Senior inspector with the EPA urging those on group water schemes to test water supply
It follows an Environmental Protection Agency report which found that there have been a number of breaches in E. Coli standards in private schemes.
Jul 23, 2025 15:13
Two water supplies in the region have elevated level of chemical linked to cancer
They are the North East Regional in Co. Roscommon and the Longford Central supply.
Jul 2, 2025 12:05
EPA investigating large scale illegal peat extractions across Roscommon and Longford
A report from the Environmental Protection Agency revealed it is looking into cases of illegal operations over seven counties across the country.
Jun 26, 2025 08:11
Local counties among those with highest septic tank failure rates last year
More than half of sceptic tanks failed inspection last year nationwide.
May 14, 2025 09:21
Conviction of Roscommon dairy plant for environmental breaches important endorsement for EPA
Aurivo dairy co-op was fined €350,000 for environmental breaches at their Ballaghaderreen plant which led to a foul odour engulfing the town, forcing residents indoors.
Apr 25, 2025 11:07
Cost effective options needed to reduce local fossil fuel reliance says LPG Ireland
Longford Town was also among the worst performing towns across the country in last year's EPA report for air quality.
Jan 26, 2024 13:35
Local food and drink businesses urged to reduce waste
Figures from the Environmental Protection Agency show that almost two thirds of food waste comes from businesses.
Dec 28, 2023 11:10
Local councillor says education is needed to tackle waste issues
The EPA says the 'general waste' bin is overused by some homes and businesses.
Nov 14, 2023 17:12Shannonside Newsletter
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