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Calls for wind farm planned for north Roscommon to be put out at sea instead
Several speakers voiced this view at a public meeting in Rooskey last night.
Sep 29, 2025 17:24
Local councillor says Longford is "on the up"
Longford-based Panelto Foods, one of Ireland's leading bread manufacturers, has seen €7 million invested into the facility.
Sep 29, 2025 17:19
Calls for NTA to reverse decision to withdraw a vital bus service in Co. Leitrim
The Bus Éireann 463 route links Carrigallen and Mohill to Longford Train Station.
Sep 29, 2025 14:05
Just under 7,000 students missed more than 20 days locally during 2023-24 year
A report from Túsla shows that while primary school attendance rates have improved for a second year running, absence levels remain higher than they were prior to the pandemic.
Sep 29, 2025 14:02
State ordered to move refugees out of IPAS centre in Lissywollen by November
Athlone Councillors are taking legal action against the state over plans to locate up to 1,000 asylum seekers in tents.
Sep 29, 2025 13:57
Concerns raised about impact wind farm in Co. Roscommon would have on wildlife
The fears were expressed at a public meeting in Rooskey last night, attended by around 80 people.
Sep 29, 2025 13:38
Work on new respite home in Carrick-on-Shannon set to start in coming weeks
The respite centre will be situated in Autumn View in the town.
Sep 29, 2025 13:34
Three people found dead following serious incident in Co. Louth
A man aged in his 30s has been arrested and is being detained at a Garda station in the North West.
Sep 29, 2025 12:38
Progress continues to be made on plans for new sports facility in Longford
A new playground and Skate Park have already opened in the area over the past year.
Sep 29, 2025 11:26
Appeal over serious Westmeath crash
The motorcyclist was taken to the Midland Regional Hospital in Tullamore for treatment.
Sep 29, 2025 09:27
100-pupil school in north Roscommon objects to wind farm
Ballyfeeney Green Energy is looking for planning permission for six large wind turbines in the area.
Sep 29, 2025 08:12
Latest homeless figures may not be painting full picture
195 adults were found to be accessing emergency accommodation during the week of 25th to 31st August.
Sep 29, 2025 07:38
New figures show decline in Roads Policing Unit numbers
640 officers are attached to Garda roads policing units nationwide.
Sep 29, 2025 07:36
Around 80 people attend public meeting amid serious concern over north Roscommon wind farm
Ballyfeeney Green Energy has lodged a controversial planning application for six turbines, measuring around 160 metres high, around Ballyfeeney, which is located between Scramogue and Kilglass.
Sep 28, 2025 19:17Shannonside Newsletter
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