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Large crowd at Leitrim funeral "slap in the face" to locals obeying Covid rules
People in the town are very angry and frustrated
Mar 11, 2021 16:54
Johnson and Johnson single shot vaccine approved for use in EU
The single-shot vaccine is being hailed as a game changer when it comes to the fight against Covid-19
Mar 11, 2021 14:17
Major Leitrim based employer urges government to restart construction industry
A major regional employer is urging the government to reopen the construction industry in a safe and controlled way.
Mar 11, 2021 14:07
Longford Senator urges public to get involved with SUSI grant reform
Senator Micheál Carrigy is to host a virtual meeting this evening, attended by Minister Simon Harris, to discuss reforms needed for the state SUSI grant.
Mar 11, 2021 13:49
39 people in treatment for Covid-19 in hospitals across Shannonside Northern Sound region
Close to 50 people are receiving treatment for confirmed or suspected cases of the coronavirus in the region's hospitals today.
Mar 11, 2021 13:27
Gardai confirm multiple Covid travel breaches detected ahead of large Leitrim funeral
Local gardaí are monitoring large crowds who've gathered in the Leitrim town ahead of a funeral this afternoon.
Mar 11, 2021 10:57
Virtual centenary commemoration to take place over Selton Hill ambush
On the 11th of March 1921, 6 members of the Leitrim IRA flying column were killed in an ambush by RIC forces.
Mar 11, 2021 09:36
Longford Councillors strongly criticise HSE over vaccine centre delays
Several Longford County Councillors have slammed the HSE over delays in selecting a mass vaccination centre for the county.
Mar 11, 2021 08:14
Nursing home visits to be discussed at NPHET meeting today
The National Public Health Emergency Team is to meet today, with the possibility of nursing home visits on the table as a 'vaccine bonus'.
Mar 11, 2021 07:42
Gardai confirm breaches of Covid rules ahead of large Leitrim funeral
Garda checkpoints were established throughout the day
Mar 10, 2021 18:38
Longford Covid rate remains high as multiple deaths recorded again today
Bad news, sadly.
Mar 10, 2021 18:28
Longford mum gives cautious welcome to diabetes clinic appointment
Mar 10, 2021 17:41
Forestry Minister given warning of no confidence motion
Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice says it's time for Pippa Hackett Minister to do what's required to get the system working
Mar 10, 2021 17:27
Traffic disruptions expected ahead of large funeral in Carrick-on-Shannon
Garda checkpoints have been observed on the N4
Mar 10, 2021 17:02Shannonside Newsletter
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