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Work to begin shortly on major housing development in Monksland
The planning go-ahead was given last year for 51 homes at Sli an Choiste in Monksland.
Feb 4, 2026 12:53
Patient was topless while isolated in Roscommon's psychiatric unit for nearly 24 hours - watchdog
The watchdog said a patient was topless while secluded for 23.5 hours.
Feb 4, 2026 12:34
Visiting Restrictions Remain in Place at Sligo University Hospital Amid High Flu Levels
There are 16 patients with flu or RSV being treated at the facility.
Feb 4, 2026 11:59
Sligo University Hospital Second Busiest Nationwide
The latest trolley watch figures from the INMO revealed that Sligo University Hospital has 65 patients waiting on beds.
Feb 4, 2026 11:54
Funeral details confirmed for British Army officer from Roscommon
Captain Gilbert Muldowney, of Ballinameen passed away following the incident at Otterburn Training Area in Northumberland.
Feb 4, 2026 11:06
Teen arrested at the scene of serious Ballymahon crash
A man in his 80s was badly injured after being hit by a car on Main Street, Ballymahon, on Monday evening.
Feb 4, 2026 10:59
EU Commissioner says Mercosur deal could be implemented provisionally
MEPs last month decided to refer the agreement to the European Court of Justice.
Feb 4, 2026 09:11
Driver caught speeding at 190kph near Carrick
The detection was made on the N4 at Aughamore, near Annaduff.
Feb 4, 2026 08:10
Local TD slams lack of eating-disorder services
Sorca Clarke said there's no team in place for children with eating disorder.
Feb 4, 2026 07:42
€149,000 worth of illicit goods seized, including in midlands
Among the items recovered were 3.5kg of cannabis resin, herbal cannabis, butane honey oil, and other illicit drugs, with a combined estimated value of over €51,000.
Feb 4, 2026 07:33
11-week wait for driving test in Longford
Longford has the longest wait for a driving test locally, with learner drivers waiting around 11 weeks.
Feb 4, 2026 07:18
Funeral of Derek Cobbe takes place
He passed away on Friday last following a prolonged illness and was laid to rest this afternoon in Saint Paul’s Church Cemetery, Newtownforbes.
Feb 3, 2026 17:49
Ballymahon's Main Street reopens
Gardai are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward.
Feb 3, 2026 17:45
Funeral of former Longford goalkeeper John Heneghan takes place
He was goalkeeper on the county’s history-making 1966 National League and 1968 Leinster Senior Football Championship winning teams.
Feb 3, 2026 17:44Shannonside Newsletter
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