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Councillor welcomes survey findings after Roscommon named safest county
According to Galway-based estate agent and auctioneer Long & Co, Roscommon is Ireland's safest county in which to raise a family.
Oct 15, 2025 13:10
PSNI stop Longford-bound tractor being driven illegally on motorway
Police say they are now dealing with several offences linked to the incident.
Oct 15, 2025 13:01
Public meeting in South Roscommon to discuss proposed EIP project
Among the projects this year is the karst grassland at Four Roads.
Oct 15, 2025 12:59
Investigations continue into Longford criminal damage incident
The incident, believed to have involved a petrol bomb, happened in the Edgeworthstown area at around 11pm on Sunday night.
Oct 15, 2025 12:54
Two arrested as part of investigation into rural burglaries & criminality in the North West
They are currently being detained at a Garda station in the Eastern region.
Oct 15, 2025 12:50
Man hospitalised following road traffic collision in Monksland
Gardaí say a truck and two cars were involved.
Oct 15, 2025 12:01
Almost 50 people waiting on trolleys at local hospitals this morning
There were 28 waiting at Sligo University Hospital, with 16 and 5 in the Midland Regional Hospital in Mullingar and Portiuncula respectively.
Oct 15, 2025 11:55
Dáil hears of local homeless crisis
Department of Housing figures for August show that there were 195 adults locally.
Oct 15, 2025 08:44
Part 8 planning approved for Ballaghaderreen parking scheme
When completed, the scheme will consist of a new car park in 'The Plots' and additional parking at the eastern area of The Square.
Oct 15, 2025 07:39
Local authority reportedly purchases Lanesboro convent
The prominent property, has long been seen as a potential site for redevelopment or community use.
Oct 15, 2025 07:35
Garda probe continues into suspected petrol bomb attack
No injuries have been reported following the incident.
Oct 15, 2025 07:15
Missing Roscommon man found safe and well
Thomas Egan, 36, had been reported missing from Ballymurray, Knockcroghery at the weekend.
Oct 14, 2025 22:13
Gardaí renew appeal for missing Roscommon man
There has since been a sighting of Thomas on Connaught Street in Birr, Co. Offaly on Monday afternoon, 13th October.
Oct 14, 2025 17:54
Plans for new 18-bed hostel in Ballintubber
Funding worth over €280,000 was announced last week for the change of use of two vacant and derelict Garda stations.
Oct 14, 2025 17:38Shannonside Newsletter
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