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Local region remains under yellow weather warning
The warning, for wind came into effect at 3am this morning.
Jan 27, 2026 07:22
Longford man who raped elderly, vulnerable neighbour jailed for 13 years
A man who attacked and raped his elderly, vulnerable neighbour during a violent home invasion, causing her “life-altering” harm, has been jailed for 13 years.
Jan 26, 2026 19:24
Ballinamore councillor welcomes update on bus shelters
Cllr Gary Prior had raised the issue at today's Municipal District meeting.
Jan 26, 2026 18:24
Vigilance is key following Bluetongue outbreak, says IFA Chair
A case was confirmed in a cattle herd in County Wexford at the weekend.
Jan 26, 2026 18:13
Leitrim councillors say Government must take action on forestry corridors
The county bore the brunt of Storm Éowyn last January.
Jan 26, 2026 18:08
Athlone Green City needs full Government support, says developer
Sean Mulryan along with a delegation from the Athlone 2040 steering group presented their ambitious plans to councillors in Roscommon this afternoon.
Jan 26, 2026 17:05
Gardaí issue appeal to locate vehicle
The vehicle is a silver land cruiser with registration CV12NE and its current whereabouts are unknown.
Jan 26, 2026 13:35
15 litter fines issued by local council
It was imposed in a district court in the final three months of last year.
Jan 26, 2026 13:33
Almost 80 waiting for a bed at local hospitals
The INMO's latest trolley watch report has been published
Jan 26, 2026 13:30
Minister rejects cost pressure concerns
The agency says its 2025 end-of-year results show a net employment gain of nearly three thousand.
Jan 26, 2026 13:27
Calls for new bus shelters in Ballinamore
Fianna Fáil's Gary Prior raised the issue at this morning's Municipal District meeting.
Jan 26, 2026 13:26
Calls for local authority to maximise funding streams
The matter was raised at this month's meeting of the Boyle MD.
Jan 26, 2026 13:17
Minister backs Mulryan's Athlone masterplan
The midlands location would have a population of 100,000 by 2040, under Seán Mulryan's masterplan.
Jan 26, 2026 13:15
Over €15 million allocated locally under vacant property refurbishment grant
If the refurbishment costs exceed the standard grant of up to €50,000, a top-up grant amount of up to €20,000 is also available.
Jan 26, 2026 12:04Shannonside Newsletter
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