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Investigation continuing over suspected petrol bomb attack in Athlone
The incident happened in the Magazine Avenue area of Battery Heights area of the town in the early hours of Thursday morning.
Jan 16, 2026 07:40
Three hospitalised following Leitrim crash
The incident occurred at around 5.20pm.
Jan 15, 2026 21:39
Minister Norma Foley to visit Longford
Longford missed out last year when it was confirmed it wouldn't be one of five locations for a new FRC.
Jan 15, 2026 17:18
Over €1 million on the way to Strokestown House
It is expected that the new experience will open in the Summer.
Jan 15, 2026 17:17
Funeral of highly-respected Longford Cllr takes place
He enjoyed a lengthy career as part of Longford County Council from 1967 to 1999.
Jan 15, 2026 17:14
Ministers Revenue debacle continues
Sinn Féin's Pearse Doherty criticised the ten Ministers who haven't paid the money back after the mistake was revealed seven months ago.
Jan 15, 2026 17:13
Man released in Edenderry arson probe
Four year old Tadhg Farrell and his grand-aunt Mary Holt were killed in the blaze at Castleview Park in Edenderry on December 6th.
Jan 15, 2026 13:34
€100,000 Scratchcard Win for Lucky Roscommon Customer
The National Lottery Christmas Countdown scratchcard was sold in Keane's Centra in Athleague.
Jan 15, 2026 13:31
INMO Reports Over 50 Patients Awaiting Beds at Local Hospitals
That's according to the INMO's latest trolley watch report.
Jan 15, 2026 13:25
Leitrim Among Cheapest Counties for Heating Oil in 2025
Figures published by the Heating Oil Report show that heating oil prices continue to ease across the country after the sharp rises seen in recent years.
Jan 15, 2026 13:21
Burglary Offences Down Locally, With 30 Court Appearances Last Year
Figures from the Irish Courts Service show 30 people appeared before local courts for burglary offences in the first 9 months of last year.
Jan 15, 2026 13:14
Carrick-on-Shannon Councillors Seek Urgent Meeting With OPW Minister Over High River Levels
This is over persistent high water levels on the River Shannon.
Jan 15, 2026 13:10
National Day of Action Planned as Protests Against Mercosur Trade Deal Continue
'Follow Up Friday' comes days after thousands of farmers descended on Athlone to voice their opposition to the deal.
Jan 15, 2026 13:05
30 before local courts for burglary in first nine months of 2025
Figures have been provided to Ireland South MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú from the Irish Courts Service.
Jan 15, 2026 11:35Shannonside Newsletter
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