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Playground in Strokestown reopens after being closed for almost 2 years
Several thousand euro worth of damage was caused following the incident in 2024.
Dec 3, 2025 16:58
Local man backs proposal for new Longford to Cavan bus route
The National Transport Authority is proposing the seven-day route, which would stop in Clondara, Tarmonbarry, Rooskey, Dromod, Mohill and Carrigallen.
Dec 3, 2025 14:10
Councillor questions suitability of some bus stops in Leitrim
Sinn Féin's Cormac Flynn is bringing forward a motion to next weeks Carrick on Shannon Municipal District meeting to highlight the issue.
Dec 3, 2025 14:08
Public information session on future of Connolly Barracks taking place this evening
Plans for the €7 million Connolly Barracks Reimagined project will be on display.
Dec 3, 2025 14:03
Disgust expressed in Athlone following a number of littering incidents
A significant amount of litter was found dumped at Connaught Street and Connaught Gardens in recent days.
Dec 3, 2025 14:00
Profits soar at local McDonald's operator
Carrick-on-Shannon's outlet, which was opened in 2023 is one of six Ms Sterio operates.
Dec 3, 2025 12:26
Maurice Brady elected IFA Ulster/north Leinster chair
Mr Brady will begin his four-year term at the association's AGM in 2026.
Dec 3, 2025 07:40
Investigation continuing into Carrick-on-Shannon burglary
Anyone with any information is being urged to contact Carrick-on-Shannon Garda Station on 071-9650510.
Dec 3, 2025 07:25
Public information taking place on Connolly Barracks
Longford County Council are inviting the public to an information evening tonight from 6-8 pm at Áras an Chontae.
Dec 3, 2025 07:23
Concerns over proposed south Roscommon windfarm
A proposed development study area has been established on Bord na Móna land close to Drumlosh in south County Roscommon.
Dec 3, 2025 07:21
Roscommon was Ireland's coldest county last month
Minus 4.5 Celsius was recorded at Mount Dillon on Friday, November 21st.
Dec 2, 2025 16:36
'Shameful' - 80pc of breast cancer referrals not seen on time in Galway hospital
UHG says its breast unit is facing significant challenges, including a rise in referrals.
Dec 2, 2025 16:32
Roscommon choir raises over €400,000 for good causes
They've four Christmas concerts this month - in Westport on Friday, Whitehall Church in Tarmonbarry on the 12th, Ballinaheglish on the 14th, and Geevagh in Co Sligo on the 16th.
Dec 2, 2025 16:28
Roscommon Town Embraces Plans for New Bridge
That's according to a senior engineer with Roscommon County Council, who says the project will help connect local schools and leisure facilities.
Dec 2, 2025 16:27Shannonside Newsletter
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