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Local man claims recent Citizens' Assembly on Drug Use was irrelevant
Local man Eamonn McGrath described the assembly as irrelevant and said it won't have the necessary impact.
Oct 30, 2023 09:17
Calls for Minister to ban vaping in public places
According to the local man, a member of hospital staff at the Midlands Region Hospital in Tullamore was using a vape device at his bedside while working.
Oct 12, 2023 13:12
Local senator welcomes Ireland's bid to host Euro 2028
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has revealed that the European football association will be confirming the news on Budget Day.
Oct 5, 2023 13:16
Local Independent TD condemns Garda Commissioner's new roster plans
The Garda Representative Association has threatened effective strike action in early November if the Commissioner does not revoke his decision.
Sep 29, 2023 12:49
Local Youth Services highlight desperate need for increased funding in Budget 2024
The National Youth Council of Ireland is a representative body for voluntary youth organisations in Ireland.
Sep 28, 2023 13:21
Housing crisis continues affecting local college students
With only 68 rentable houses listed on Daft.ie across the entire Shannonside Northern Sound region, students are increasingly troubled by the lack of available accomodation.
Sep 13, 2023 13:29
Regional IFA Executive urges government to scrap nitrates derogation limits
Members of the organisation are protesting outside the Horse and Jockey hotel in Tipperary as they demand action from Fianna Fail politicians.
Sep 12, 2023 13:21
Ripples from electoral changes being felt by local politicians
Speaking on the Joe Finnegan Show today, Longford Councillor Gerry Warnock revealed he is considering running in the next General Election.
Sep 1, 2023 14:03
Patients refusing admission to local hospitals for fear of long waiting times
Martin Daly has warned that some people who should be in hospital are instead being treated at home or in other settings.
Aug 9, 2023 13:20
Protesters highlight damage caused by Shannon flooding
The protest is being run by the Save our Shannon group who were set up by the communities living along the river who've suffered from flooding over the years.
Aug 4, 2023 13:27
Success for Shannonside FM at Justice Media Awards
All of us here at Shannonside FM would like to congratulate Joe, Kevin, and Daniel on their awards.
Jun 22, 2023 17:14
Local growers warn of fruit and veg shortage in Irish stores
Irish grown cabbage, cauliflower, carrots, parsnips, broccoli and sprouts have been affected most when it comes to the growing season.
Jun 20, 2023 14:16
Commuter says Athlone to Cavan Bus Eireann delays is unacceptable
Route 466 serves counties Westmeath, Longford, and Cavan.
May 16, 2023 13:45
Local GP says antibiotics won't help majority of colds and flu
A very large proportion of the population are struggling with viral respiratory illnesses this winter
Jan 3, 2023 13:09Shannonside Newsletter
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