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Flood relief works to take place on River Shannon
Machinery will be deployed to clear silt, remove fallen trees, and eliminate other blockages in Jamestown and other areas.
Dec 11, 2025 13:07
Local Senator calls for debate on water quality
Senator Daly said farmers are repeatedly blamed for poor water quality despite being willing to meet the new conditions attached to the derogation.
Dec 11, 2025 13:03
Minister to be questioned about local drug deaths during visit to Roscommon
Jennifer Murnane O'Connor will be in Ballaghaderreen and Roscommon town.
Dec 11, 2025 08:37
Funeral of former local Minister taking place this morning
Paddy Cooney, from Griffith Street, Athlone passed away last Saturday at the Heritage Clinic in Dublin after a short illness.
Dec 11, 2025 07:48
Section of the N4 reopens following crash yesterday afternoon
A truck and a car collided on the N4 at Ballinalack shortly after 1.30 yesterday afternoon.
Dec 11, 2025 07:46
Man airlifted to hospital after being seriously injured in Ballinalack crash
The driver of the car, a male in his 40s, was brought by air ambulance to the Mater Hospital in Dublin and has since been transferred to Beaumont Hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
Dec 10, 2025 20:50
Local TD Accuses EU of Stripping Ireland of its Power
Roscommon-Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice said recent trade agreements, including Mercosur, are unfair and driven by larger EU states such as Germany.
Dec 10, 2025 17:33
Power Restored to Over 100 Homes in South Leitrim
139 customers in the Gorvagh area were left without electricity following Storm Bram yesterday.
Dec 10, 2025 17:23
Emergency services currently at the scene of crash near Mullingar
There are reports of heavy traffic and local diversions are currently in place.
Dec 10, 2025 16:47
Ballinamore motorcyclist died in crash with van during hailstorm, inquest hears
The coroner recorded a verdict of accidental death.
Dec 10, 2025 16:28
Serious concern over shortage of therapists for children with disabilities
It's after the government announced plans to cut waiting lists for children hoping to get assessed.
Dec 10, 2025 14:02
Local hospital introduce visiting restrictions
Eighty people have been hospitalised so far, including 20 last week.
Dec 10, 2025 13:53
Two men charged over alleged Athlone assault
Anyone with any information is being urged to Athlone Garda Station on 090-6492600.
Dec 10, 2025 13:52
Local calls for Garda body-cams to be rolled out
The cameras, which are attached to clothing, are already being piloted at five garda stations in the east and south.
Dec 10, 2025 13:48Shannonside Newsletter
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