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Lack of local domestic violence refuges highlighted
Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon were mentioned in a collection of counties without a refuge space for domestic violence victims.
Dec 19, 2025 17:29
Calls for minimum wage to be extended
Earlier this week, the Government voted against Labour’s National Minimum Wage (Inclusion of Young Persons, Apprentices and Interns) Bill.
Dec 19, 2025 17:27
Over €1.5 million awarded to county Roscommon projects
The fund aims to address employment, economic, social and environmental impacts that come with the shift away from carbon-intense activities.
Dec 19, 2025 13:17
Tributes paid to the late Jim Nolan
Mr Nolan was a well-known community activist who represented the party in Longford-Roscommon constituency.
Dec 19, 2025 13:15
Up to 10 per cent rise in local homes
Dec 19, 2025 13:12
Air Dome set for April opening
Dec 19, 2025 13:09
Hopes for fewer south American trade barriers
The Mercosur agreement would significantly reduce tariffs - but is strongly opposed by Irish farmers.
Dec 19, 2025 13:07
Major Mercusor protest to take place in Athlone
It comes after EU chief Ursula von der Leyen told EU leaders the signing of a free trade deal would be postponed to January.
Dec 19, 2025 13:03
HSE to hold free walk in flu vaccination clinics for local children
The Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine is a nasal spray administered into each nostril.
Dec 19, 2025 11:54
Longford Chief Executive says Connolly Barracks project to start early next year
It's expected to be completed in October 2027.
Dec 19, 2025 11:34
'Roscommon tourism powerhouse' Harriet Cox passes away
Harriet Cox from Church View House in Kilglass, near Rooskey, died yesterday at the age of 92.
Dec 19, 2025 08:48
Gardaí probe Longford break-in in early hours of morning
No arrests have been made and anyone with any information is being urged to contact Longford Garda Station on 043-3350570
Dec 19, 2025 08:09
Co Roscommon faces 'major downgrade' if Athlone-Boyle road not upgraded - Fallon
Cllr Laurence Fallon says Transport Infrastructure Ireland is trying to guide motorists away from the county.
Dec 19, 2025 07:40
Drop standing charges during power cuts - Scahill
Gareth Scahill says thousands of households have had long power outages over the past year, due to storms.
Dec 19, 2025 07:24Shannonside Newsletter
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