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Works begin on a major water mains replacement project in West Roscommon
The works are taking place between Cloonfad and Lowberry Cross with 5km of new water mains set to be installed.
Jul 10, 2026 11:38
'Absolutely amazing achievement' - Roscommon minor ladies into first All-Ireland final in 35 years
It's their first 'A' final since 1991 and they'll play Cork in the final.
Jul 10, 2026 09:28
'It defies logic Leitrim still has no Deis secondary school', claims councillor
Sinn Féin councillor Cormac Flynn is bringing a motion to next week's Leitrim County Council meeting on the issue.
Jul 10, 2026 08:19
Two men remain in custody after €2m of drugs found in Longford, Roscommon and elsewhere
Searches took place at five businesses and two homes in Castlebar, Longford, Mayo, Roscommon, Kildare and Drogheda on July 2nd and 8th.
Jul 10, 2026 07:44
Longford councillor calls for plaque for Republican prisoners
Cllr Garry Murtagh raised a motion at this month's meeting of Longford County Council to remember Joseph Lee, Frank Reilly and William Reilly.
Jul 10, 2026 07:25
Concerns over child protection procedures within HSE West and North-West
Senator Tom Clonan told the Seanad that clinicians in the region faced alleged intimidation after trying to report suspected child abuse to the authorities.
Jul 9, 2026 17:45
Co. Longford GAA club seek planning for new development
Planners are due to make a decision by August 26th.
Jul 9, 2026 17:40
Almost 70% of learner drivers in Leitrim pass driving test last month
That's according to new stats released by the CSO.
Jul 9, 2026 17:38
Man arrested in Longford after drugs worth €2m seized
Searches took place on the 2nd and 8th of July at five business premises and two homes in Longford, Castlebar, Drogheda and Carlow.
Jul 9, 2026 17:18
Athlone minor injuries unit set to open this year
Minor injury units treat broken bones, sprains, minor facial injuries, wounds, and minor burns.
Jul 9, 2026 13:20
Longford included in high temperature warning
It will come into place at 1pm tomorrow and will remain in place until 7am on Sunday.
Jul 9, 2026 13:15
Two hospitalised after N4 crash
The incident happened close to Ballinalack at around 3.25pm on Wednesday afternoon.
Jul 9, 2026 13:10
Green light for Leitrim woodland amenity
The application included the development of a new road connecting to the existing main car park and leading to the rear entrance.
Jul 9, 2026 13:08
Department defends mental health roll-out
Sligo University, Portiuncula and Mullingar hospitals were not included in the list.
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