News - Kevin 'Boxer' Moran
New car park on the way for Glasson village
An event took place in the village earlier to mark the announcement with OPW Minister Kevin 'Boxer' Moran in attendance.
Jul 6, 2026 13:05
Further calls for temporary flood measures in Ballinasloe following Minister's visit
The Junior Minister met with members of Ballinasloe Flood Action Group during his visit.
Jul 1, 2026 17:34
New pedestrian and cycle scheme opens in Granard
The Active Travel Scheme extends from Market Street to Barrack Lane and includes a new roadway and car park.
Jun 15, 2026 17:06
Local politicians attend launch of new virtual reality initiative in Lanesboro
Lough Ree Access For All which hosts inclusive, wheelchair-accessible boat trips on lake has introduced a special virtual reality tour at the amenity.
May 1, 2026 17:37
Flood plan for Lough Funshinagh due by year's end
A temporary system was switched on last year and remains in place.
Mar 25, 2026 13:20
Local minister revealed to be highest-earning TD in the region
Around €23.5 million in public money is paid to sitting Dáil politicians every year.
Jan 18, 2026 10:35
Delay to long-term flooding solution at Lough Funshinagh
A planning application for a permanent pipeline at Lough Funshinagh was due to be lodged this year.
Nov 3, 2025 15:05
OPW to carry out works on 'the hot stretch'
Weeds will be removed and the canal reopened to increase flow in the stretch of waterway.
Oct 16, 2025 13:56
Local resident calls for joint-up thinking on bog rewetting projects
At a meeting in Ballyleague this morning, a number of people warned that rising water levels are threatening valuable farmland and property in the Mountdillon area.
Oct 10, 2025 17:57
'Boxer' welcomes Athlone's Living City status
It's one of five towns included alongside Drogheda, Dundalk, Letterkenny and Sligo.
Oct 8, 2025 13:31
Application for permanent solution to Lough Funshinagh crisis to be lodged by end of year
A temporary system was switched on earlier this year and will be in operation for two years until a permanent solution is in place.
Jul 18, 2025 13:08
Permanent maintenance boats needed on the Shannon - Kenny
Deputy Martin Kenny made the call to OPW Minister and Longford Westmeath TD Kevin 'Boxer' Moran during statements on flooding matters in the Dail recently.
Jun 6, 2025 13:20
Senator calling for clarity on long-term plan for Lough Funshinagh flooding crisis
OPW Minister Kevin 'Boxer' Moran recently switched on the pumping system at Lough Funshinagh.
Apr 11, 2025 13:12
OPW Minister says cost of Athlone flood defence works are 'worth it'
The Athlone works, which have caused a considerable amount of disruption to traffic in the town, are designed to protect the urban area from flooding once complete.
Mar 31, 2025 13:23Shannonside Newsletter
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