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CSO reveals local county has lowest proportion of people staying within 10KM
People in Roscommon are straying farthest from their homes according to data collected by Three and analysed by the CSO
Mar 15, 2021 13:57
Over 60 confirmed or suspected cases of Covid-19 in local hospitals
New figures from the Department of Health show that 12 people are receiving treatment for Covid-19 in critical care units across the region.
Mar 15, 2021 13:54
New 50-bed unit at Portiuncula hospital moves step closer
It's hoped that building works will begin later this year with the project costing approximately €15m
Mar 15, 2021 13:28
Local GP urges public not to lose faith in vaccines
30,000 people won’t receive the injection this week after it was temporarily deferred over concerns about blood clots.
Mar 15, 2021 13:13
Boyle joy as Cartoon Saloon nominated for another Oscar
The most famous awards in moviemaking will be announced in April and there is local interest yet again for people in north Roscommon.
Mar 15, 2021 13:04
Leitrim County Council publishes public consultation for small housing project
Over 500 people are waiting for social housing across County Leitrim according to documents prepared by the Council.
Mar 15, 2021 11:02
Longford Councillors welcome new promotion plan for Royal Canal
A launch of the new €12 plan will take place later this month ahead of what tourism operators are hoping will be a strong summer season.
Mar 15, 2021 08:17
30,000 people to miss out on vaccine due to pause on Astra-Zeneca this week
The decision will have a huge impact on Ireland's ability to roll-out vaccinations to thousands of people.
Mar 15, 2021 07:48
Longford's Covid rate drops slightly
Finally, some good news for County Longford as it drops to the second-highest incidence rate in Ireland
Mar 15, 2021 07:34
Appeal lodged with An Bord Pleanala over Roscommon mast
Cignal Infrastructure Limited's application was granted for the mast with five conditions.
Mar 14, 2021 12:24
Online seminars for people living with neurological conditions
Seminars throughout the week will hear from some of the country's leading experts in areas such as mental health, physical therapy and psychology.
Mar 14, 2021 11:33
AstraZeneca use in Ireland temporarily deferred
110,000 doses of the the AstraZeneca vaccine has been administered in Ireland.
Mar 14, 2021 09:32
Commemorating Selton Hill Ambush continues today
The Selton Hill Ambush was one of the most significant events in the war of Independence in Leitrim and had the largest loss of life on the IRA side in the county during the war.
Mar 14, 2021 08:30
Man arrested after drugs seizure in Athlone
Gardai have made a cannabis drugs seizure in Athlone today.
Mar 13, 2021 21:16Shannonside Newsletter
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