News - Micheál Frain
Roscommon-Longford garda system isn't working, Seanad told
In a social media post this week, Ballaghaderreen councillor Micheál Frain called for increased Garda visibility in the town following anti-social behaviour.
Jul 16, 2026 13:51
More gardaí needed to clamp down on antisocial behaviour in Ballaghaderreen - Frain
Independent councillor Micheál Frain posted a video on social media last night calling out the behaviour of some individuals in the town.
Jul 15, 2026 13:47
High-temperature warning now in place in Longford
It'll remain in place until 7am on Sunday with highs of around 27 degrees, while it won't fall below 15 degrees at night.
Jul 10, 2026 13:09
Micheál Frain to become Boyle MD cathaoirleach today
He'll hold the job for one year and will get an allowance of 6,000 euro.
Jun 23, 2026 07:28
Over 4,000 locals on jobseeker's allowance, new stats reveal
Independent councillor Micheál Frain, from Ballaghaderreen, says the figures are disappointing.
Jun 22, 2026 13:27
Locals invited to open evening of new Ballaghaderreen childcare facility
The facility is located in The Shambles, across the road from St Nathy's College.
Jun 6, 2026 08:16
Concern raised over number of older people taking their own lives in Roscommon
New figures show 132 people in the Shannonside region died by suicide over the past 10 years.
Jun 4, 2026 15:23
Speed surveys to investigate safety concerns on Ballagh roads
Roscommon County Council has agreed to carry out speed surveys to see if traffic calming measures are needed.
May 26, 2026 08:22
Urgent safety works needed on Ballaghaderreen roads - Frain
The roads are located on the busy R293, and Councillor Micheál Frain says traffic volume and speed have been a concern to people in the area.
May 22, 2026 07:35
Number of local drivers caught without NCT increases sharply
A total of 116 motorists in the Shannonside region were punished for the offence in 2025 - up from 86 in 2024.
Mar 2, 2026 12:14
€1m childcare centre to open in Ballagh by June
It’s being built in an area called The Shambles, across the road from St Nathy’s College.
Feb 13, 2026 07:20
'A good news story' - Ballagh reacts as plans for more refugees turned down
The Abbeyfield Hotel currently accommodates around 192 refugees - but a planning application was lodged to increase capacity to 310.
Dec 18, 2025 07:38
Calls for high-visibility policing operation in Shannonside region
The policing plan, which was introduced last year in Dublin, involved more uniformed gardaí on the beat in areas identified as having high rates of offending.
Dec 2, 2025 13:33
Council agrees rent for part of Ballagh mansion for €1,100 a month
The Western Development Commission and the Northern and Western Regional Assembly are to lease the entire first and second floor of Dillon House, along with part of the ground floor.
Nov 26, 2025 13:16Shannonside Newsletter
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