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Concerns over state of local road
A 2km stretch of the R209 between Fawn and Kilclare has seen a series of crashes in recent weeks.
Feb 10, 2026 12:56
Probe into Roscommon thefts continues
The incidents took place in the Tesco car park between 3.30 and 4.30pm on Friday last, February 6th.
Feb 10, 2026 12:54
Lack of social house audits locally
The audit evaluates the condition, safety, and energy efficiency of homes
Feb 10, 2026 12:53
Green Party representative welcomes plans for large solar farm in Carrick
Elgin Energy Services looked for planning permission for the energy project just off the Boyle Road.
Feb 10, 2026 12:52
Man dumped outside Longford Garda Station after double stabbing
A local councillor says armed gardai are needed to prevent a reprisal.
Feb 10, 2026 11:33
LISTEN: Teffia Park in Longford sealed off after two men (20s and 30s) seriously injured in 'double stabbing'
Gardai say two men, aged in their 20s and 30s, received serious injuries and were taken to Mullingar Hospital for treatment.
Feb 10, 2026 08:29
Longford and Leitrim rents could increase by over €3,000 a year, under new rent rules
From March, landlords will be able to reset rent to full market levels for any new tenancy.
Feb 10, 2026 08:19
Serious concern regarding illegal dumping at Drumsna
An increasing number of coffee cups, food bags and other litter are being dumped along laybys off the N4 at Drumsna.
Feb 10, 2026 07:23
Longford patients who need eye consultant told to go to Dublin
Deputy Micheál Carrigy says local patients requiring a consultant ophthalmologist now have to attend the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital in Dublin.
Feb 10, 2026 07:19
Two men seriously injured in violent assaults in Longford
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.
Feb 9, 2026 23:49
Community defibrillator saves Leitrim man's life
The device was used to revive the man, proving critical in the moments following the incident.
Feb 9, 2026 18:12
Contraband seized in Midlands operation
Items found included various illicit drugs, tobacco products, alcohol and 97 counterfeit items, with an estimated value of €70,230.
Feb 9, 2026 17:42
Hopes for drainage on popular local road
Local representatives have warned that the situation poses a serious safety risk to motorists and requires immediate attention.
Feb 9, 2026 17:38
Calls for healthcare facility to assist local patients
Three patients from Roscommon-Galway are in a specialist facility, called St Andrew's, in Northampton in England.
Feb 9, 2026 17:37Shannonside Newsletter
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