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Nearly 20,000 vehicles seized for no insurance last year
Chief Executive of the Bureau, David Fitzgerald, says it's now much easier for gardaí to catch uninsured driving.
Feb 16, 2026 09:15
Fine Gael TD defends Longford's garda resources after double stabbing
Last week's meeting of Longford County Council revealed nine officers have left Longford since December, and only two have been replaced.
Feb 16, 2026 07:38
20,000 locals signed onto auto-enrolment pension scheme
People are enrolled if they don’t already have a pension and meet the earnings threshold.
Feb 16, 2026 07:35
121 people stranded on Roscommon's housing list for over seven years
A total of 86 are in the Boyle Municipal District, with 11 in south Roscommon, and 22 in mid-Roscommon.
Feb 16, 2026 07:18
Roscommon property developer praised in the Seanad for new apprenticeship bursary
The 500,000 euro fund will encourage young people to take up construction apprenticeships.
Feb 15, 2026 13:58
Local TD says more Garda recruitment 'not the solution' to crime in Co. Longford
Fine Gael TD Micheál Carrigy's comments come following a double stabbing in the county town on Monday, during which two men suffered serious injuries.
Feb 15, 2026 13:39
Over 7,000 recipients of Jobseekers' allowance across region
Jobseeker's allowance is a means-tested social assistance payment for people who are unemployed, or working part-time for 3 days a week or less, and are actively seeking full-time work.
Feb 15, 2026 08:46
More heavy showers expected nationwide today
Met Eireann says there's a risk of spot flooding.
Feb 15, 2026 08:33
Offaly TD raises concerns about proposed windfarm in South Roscommon
The Cornafulla Wind Farm is a joint venture between Bord na Móna and SSE Renewables.
Feb 14, 2026 13:11
Only two properties available to let as commercial accommodation in Longford Town
Cavan Town and Longford Town are the only areas in the region exempt from new laws that will curb short-term lets.
Feb 14, 2026 12:55
'Tears, smiles and even laughter' at funeral of Englishman who died after alleged assault in Ballaghaderreen
Jorden Newin, 39, suffered serious injuries after an alleged assault in the early hours of New Year’s Day and later died in hospital.
Feb 14, 2026 11:32
Leitrim farmer calls for Larry Murrin to resign as chair of Bord Bia
Sinn Féin last week had proposed a motion calling on Murrin to be removed from his position after it emerged that 1% of the beef his company Dawn Farm Foods used came from Brazil.
Feb 14, 2026 11:14
Roscommon senator says apprentices are 'badly needed' in the county
Castlerea senator Gareth Scahill says the county urgently needs an apprenticeship training centre.
Feb 14, 2026 09:28
Over 30,000 recipients of State Pension Contributory across region
Figures were revealed earlier this week following a parliamentary question from Deputy Malcom Byrne to Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary.
Feb 14, 2026 09:19Shannonside Newsletter
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