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WATCH: Northern Lights dazzle Leitrim sky
The red and green spectacle was shared widely on social media last night - and may be visible again in the coming days - weather dependent.
Jan 20, 2026 07:53
Go-ahead for new works at Roscommon town cemetery
Works are expected to be completed this year.
Jan 20, 2026 07:34
Bishop Doran to celebrate Mass today in Boyle to mark significant milestone
The Diocese of Achonry and Elphin is commemorating 50 years of boards of management in Catholic primary schools.
Jan 20, 2026 07:18
Center Parcs seeking to enhance visitor experience in Ballymahon
Longford County Planners are due to decide on the application in March.
Jan 19, 2026 17:35
Longford Records Joint Lowest Publicly Funded Athletics Projects Over Five Years
The numbers were released in the Dáil on Wednesday last week.
Jan 19, 2026 17:29
Calls for Former South Leitrim Church to Become Tourist Facility
The building in Drumcong was developed 50 years ago, but is now vacant and in poor condition.
Jan 19, 2026 17:16
Calls Grow for Roscommon County Council to Grit Troublesome Route
The L1612, Ballintobber to Castlerea road, has been described as "lethal."
Jan 19, 2026 17:12
Revenue seize contraband in Midlands operation
The enforcement actions resulted in significant drug, tobacco, alcohol, and counterfeit goods seizures.
Jan 19, 2026 16:53
Enoch Burke Sent Back to Prison
He was arrested this morning after once again showing up at Wilson’s Hospital School despite being warned by a High Court judge to stay away.
Jan 19, 2026 14:24
Only 14pc of local primary teachers are men
Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon has 199 male primary school teachers and 1,205 female.
Jan 19, 2026 13:47
Six IDA visits locally between January and September
The purpose of these visits is to try to bring more foreign-direct investment to an area.
Jan 19, 2026 13:26
Work to commence on Roscommon route later this year
The project will proceed to the tender stage between April and June with works to commence later this year.
Jan 19, 2026 13:23
Traffic delays impacting Strokestown area
An 8 million euro upgrade of the town is well under way.
Jan 19, 2026 13:15
Former Drumcong Church Could Be Transformed Into Boutique Hotel
This unique building was built in 1976 by the parish of Kiltubrid, in the era of post-Vatican II.
Jan 19, 2026 12:34Shannonside Newsletter
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