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Over 100 submissions filed with council against plans for wind farm in Roscommon
The group has hosted a number of meetings in recent months with residents and community groups.
Oct 17, 2025 13:12
Castlerea boil water notice lifted
Uisce Éireann issued the notice on October 3rd for the Castlerea Public Water Supply Scheme.
Oct 17, 2025 11:26
Overcrowding issues persist at local hospitals
Almost 50 admitted patients were on trolleys in local hospitals this morning.
Oct 17, 2025 11:21
Four due in court following Leitrim cash seizures
Oct 17, 2025 11:16
Over 100 submissions to be filed today against controversial wind farm in Roscommon
Ballyfeeney Green Energy Limited are seeking permission to construct six turbines between Scramogue and Kilglass.
Oct 17, 2025 08:18
New greenway bridge in Athlone to be named after Mary O'Rourke
The former TD and Government Minister passed away last year at the age of 87.
Oct 17, 2025 07:38
Over 100 submissions to be filed against controversial wind farm plans
It follows an application by Ballyfeeny Green Energy Limited to construct six turbines between Scramogue and Kilglass.
Oct 16, 2025 16:54
Longford woman wants inquiry into spina bifida and scoliosis care
Tánaiste Simon Harris won a confidence vote this week, despite Aontú tabling a motion of no confidence over his handling of children's spinal surgery waiting times.
Oct 16, 2025 16:51
Three sentenced for up to 15 years for Tom Niland manslaughter
Mr Niland, who was in his 70s, died in hospital twenty months after the incident at his home.
Oct 16, 2025 16:45
Minister responds to local storm backlash
Just this month, Storm Amy caused power outages in this region due to fallen power lines.
Oct 16, 2025 14:00
Largely positive HIQA report for Leitrim hospital
There are plans to re-open the closed beds in the hospital, with the aim of returning to full operational capacity of 16 beds before the end of 2025.
Oct 16, 2025 13:57
OPW to carry out works on 'the hot stretch'
Weeds will be removed and the canal reopened to increase flow in the stretch of waterway.
Oct 16, 2025 13:56
Minister orders review of urban speed limits
The changes are to be in place by March 2027, as part of the Government's Road Safety Strategy.
Oct 16, 2025 13:54
Dáil hears of need for Longford Family Resource Centre
There are currently two Family Resource Centres in the county.
Oct 16, 2025 13:52Shannonside Newsletter
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