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Local weather warning in place
The warning took effect at 6am and will remain in place until 8pm tonight.
Oct 2, 2025 07:19
Hopes that three green areas can be developed in Carrick on Shannon
It's aim is to enhance the three key green areas and to include a new signature playground in the Town.
Oct 1, 2025 17:48
Cllr says there could be a fatality if safety works aren't carried out on a Co. Leitrim road
Cllr Enda McGloin says there was another 'near miss' reported on the L3306 in recent weeks.
Oct 1, 2025 17:45
120 complaints made against Gardaí in divisions in the region last year
Figures published in the GSOC Annual Report show that there were 73 in the Roscommon/ Longford/ Mayo division.
Oct 1, 2025 17:36
Positive health watchdog report for Longford care facility
An announced inspection of Kilshrewley Gardens was carried out in June, the details of which have been published this week.
Oct 1, 2025 13:47
Local Senator says Castlerea train ticket machines are outdated
He says he was unable to purchase a train ticket for a station that's not on the Westport to Dublin Heuston line.
Oct 1, 2025 13:41
Minister launches report on services for older people in Longford
The event at the Temperance Hall was organised by Pobal and coincided with International Day of Older People.
Oct 1, 2025 13:35
Gardaí issue appeal for information following two alleged assaults in Leitrim
Gardaí are appealing to anyone with any information to contact their local Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line.
Oct 1, 2025 13:34
Rain warning issued for the region as Storm Amy approaches
Met Eireann is warning of the possibility of localised flooding and difficult travelling conditions.
Oct 1, 2025 11:17
Reduction in number of local residential burglaries
Nationally, burglaries dropped by 15.5% compared with last summer, and by 25% since 2022.
Oct 1, 2025 10:29
Minister under fire to address Portiuncula maternity downgrade
Up to 2,000 attended a massive protest in Ballinasloe in mid-August.
Oct 1, 2025 08:51
Free travel scheme extension to benefit local passengers
This includes bus, rail, local link, and the Luas, along with some services operated by private bus and ferry transport operators.
Oct 1, 2025 07:50
'Operation Thor’ begins today
It's the annual Garda operation to tackle crime during the darker winter months.
Oct 1, 2025 07:38
Tributes paid to Carrick-on-Shannon's Angus Dunne
He was synonymous for his role with the Breffni Players.
Oct 1, 2025 07:28Shannonside Newsletter
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