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Almost 100 people in the region receiving jobseekers' allowance continuously for over 6 years
The stats have been released by Social Protection Minister Dara Calleary.
May 18, 2026 07:39
Roscommon councillor welcomes boost to local economy after success at Dr Hyde Park
Over 20,000 people attended last week's Connacht Senior Football Final at King and Moffatt Dr. Hyde Park.
May 17, 2026 14:35
Burst water main causing disruption to water supply in Carrick-on-Shannon
Some consumers may also be experiencing low water pressure today as a result.
May 17, 2026 11:52
Local TD strongly against plans to cut EU farming payments to pensioners
The next Common Agricultural Policy is currently being finalised and will take effect in 2028.
May 17, 2026 11:44
Longford Fianna Fáil councillor 'surprised' by Bertie Ahern's comments on immigration
Speaking to the Sunday Times, Councillor Adejinmi said she was contacted by her constituents expressing concerns about his remarks.
May 17, 2026 10:14
Local GP and TD backs plan to ban flavoured vapes
The government is planning to restrict flavours to only nicotine and unflavoured.
May 17, 2026 08:40
Ballaghaderreen pool to hold its first anniversary celebrations today
There will be free face painting, ice cream, prizes and giveaways, and complimentary aqua aerobics and baby pool sessions.
May 17, 2026 08:35
Two young men killed and four others injured in Donegal crash
A man and woman in their 20s in the same car - and a man and woman in their 40s from the second car - are being treated for non life-threatening injuries at Letterkenny University Hospital.
May 17, 2026 08:17
Gardaí warning of suspicious white van calling to homes in Co. Leitrim
They're urging people to report any suspicious activity to Carrick-on-Shannon Garda station, on 071 965 0510.
May 16, 2026 14:55
Gardaí issue appeal for information over missing Leitrim man
When last seen on the 7th of May, he was wearing grey pants, a white t-shirt and a black jacket.
May 16, 2026 14:23
Over 800 local recipients of additional needs payments so far this year
The Additional Needs Payment is a payment to help you with an expense that you cannot pay from your weekly income or other sources.
May 16, 2026 12:15
Famine Way Remembrance Walk to commence in Strokestown tomorrow
The event marks the assisted emigration of 1,490 people from the town in 1847 at the height of the famine.
May 16, 2026 11:13
British Ambassador officially launches Maria Edgeworth festival
Her Excellency Kara Owen presided over the opening ceremony ahead of a busy weekend of events.
May 16, 2026 09:10
Funeral of popular Roscommon priest to take place today
Tributes have been paid to Rahara native Fr Michael Donnelly, who passed away on Wednesday.
May 16, 2026 08:50Shannonside Newsletter
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