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Talks over National Ambulance Service pay row to continue this morning
Unions representing frontline staff say progress has been slow, with no breakthrough reached during negotiations with the HSE.
May 21, 2026 07:45
'The salon was completely destroyed and it has not been possible for me to rebuild' - Longford court hears of impact of arson incident
Pauline Belton told Longford Circuit Court today it was a ‘double tragedy’ for her – as her husband died shortly before the fire.
May 20, 2026 20:47
Enquiries continuing into Athlone crash
The crash, involving one car occurred at approximately 5pm.
May 20, 2026 17:24
Survey shows low morale in health sector
The Oireachtas Health Committee heard the results of a study earlier today.
May 20, 2026 17:17
Longford Fianna Fáil Senator launches scathing attack on former party colleague
The clash erupted during a debate on women's rights and political representation.
May 20, 2026 17:15
TII urged to revisit N61 decision
The €80 million development was in the pre-planning stages for five years prior to the decision.
May 20, 2026 17:13
Man due in court over threats to politician
He was arrested earlier today as part of the ongoing investigation by Gardaí.
May 20, 2026 14:50
Wet weather set to continue
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen torrential rain in recent days.
May 20, 2026 13:34
Government's housing policy under fire
Over 180 termination notices were issued by landlords in the Shannonside region in the first three months of the year.
May 20, 2026 13:31
Man jailed for two years over high-speed Rathowen crash that left brother with 'catastrophic' injuries
The judge said it was an absolute miracle both brothers survived.
May 20, 2026 12:00
Sentence hearing for Longford arson case to begin today
He pleaded guilty to arson last October.
May 20, 2026 11:07
Rents soared by 8pc in Leitrim in one year
They rose by 3.7 per cent in Co Roscommon in the 12-month period to this March.
May 20, 2026 08:23
New childcare facilities to bring jobs boost to Lanesboro and Roscommon
First Chapters will open two premises in Lanesboro and Roscommon town.
May 20, 2026 07:39Shannonside Newsletter
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