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Three further Covid deaths and 14 new cases
3 more people have died from Covid 19 here. 14 cases of the virus have also been confirmed. The death toll from the virus is
Jun 16, 2020 18:03
Gardai spat or coughed at 100 times since April
Gardaí have been spat or coughed at 100 times since April. However, there has been a high level of co-operation with gardaí during the
Jun 16, 2020 17:20
Outdoor gathering of less than 5,000 people could return by September
Outdoor gatherings with less than 5,000 people may return as early as September. The government has left the door open for some gigs and
Jun 16, 2020 16:22
Bord na Mona to suspend peat harvesting and focus on bog rehab projects
Born na Mona is suspending its peat harvesting activities and prioritising peat rehabilitation. The Department of Climate Action and Environment says an enhanced bog rehabilitation
Jun 16, 2020 15:11
Local rural transport providers to encourage passengers to use facemasks
Rural transport providers in the Shannonside region are encouraging people to wear face coverings. While face coverings are not mandatory, companies that operate routes across
Jun 16, 2020 13:33
Irish Fiscal Council admits 10 billion euro stimulus package could be needed to reboot economy
Ireland could need a 10 billion euro stimulus package to boost the economy because of the Covid 19 pandemic. The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council is
Jun 16, 2020 13:17
Donal Kilduff selected as new Cathaoirleach of Athlone M.D
Councillor Donal Kilduff has been selected as the new Cathaoirleach of the Athlone Municipal district in Roscommon. The Independent Councillor has his name drawn out
Jun 16, 2020 12:23
Five people appear in court following Longford public disorder incident
Five people have appeared in court after an outbreak of violent disorder in Longford on Sunday. Three women and two men were arrested yesterday after
Jun 16, 2020 11:54
Local TD issues warning after elderly father robbed by man looking for directions
A local TD has issued a warning after his father was robbed by men in the Ballynacarrigy area on Monday afternoon. Robert Troy has revealed
Jun 16, 2020 11:10
BREAKING: Derryadd windfarm gets planning permission
It's being reported that plans for a controversial wind farm in south Longford have been given planning permission by An Bord Pleanala. The No
Jun 16, 2020 09:51
Leitrim campaign group welcomes programme for government anti fracking policy proposals
The Love Leitrim group has welcomed a commitment in the programme that the government will oppose any efforts to import fracked gas into the country.
Jun 16, 2020 08:26
Roscommon councillor leads campaign to oppose programme for government
A Roscommon Fianna Fail councillor has joined over 50 fellow party councillors to form a new campaign group to defeat the proposed Programme for Government.
Jun 16, 2020 08:19Covid 19 community support response call lines amend operational hours
Community Support Response helplines in the Shannonside region have amended its operating hours. The lines were operating on a 24 hour basis but are now
Jun 16, 2020 08:01
CPA Demand Club Championship Protection
The Club Players Association are demanding that the GAA protect the club championship window. With the allocation of an eleven week club window, the CPA
Jun 16, 2020 00:01Shannonside Newsletter
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