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Longford runner to compete for gold at Tokyo World Athletics Championship
His home athletics club, Longford AC, will screen the race live in their building in Longford town.
Sep 20, 2025 09:20
Local TD calling out Danny Healy-Rae's comments on autism
He says the Kerry TD's remarks caused hurt to people on the autism spectrum and their families.
Sep 20, 2025 07:31
Campaign group calls public meeting over north Roscommon wind farm
The public meeting is taking place in Kilglass GAA club on Sunday, September 28th, at 7pm.
Sep 19, 2025 22:28
Up to 10 Roscommon children couldn't go to school this week because of transport issues
The Frenchpark to Castlerea Road closed on Monday and will remain shut until November 3rd, due to the upgrade of the N5.
Sep 19, 2025 17:28
Calls for safety measures to be installed on a Co. Roscommon road
Sinn Féin Councillor Leah Cull raised the issue at today's Boyle Municipal District meeting.
Sep 19, 2025 17:23
Hot Air Ballooning Championships lift off tomorrow in Boyle
It's expected to draw large crowds to the north Roscommon area - as it's the first time it's been held there in over 30 years.
Sep 19, 2025 13:21
Roscommon County Council urged to proceed with Tarmonbarry works
Cllr Tom Crosby claims over €70,000 was spent on the preparation of plans and related works in 2023 and 2024.
Sep 19, 2025 13:12
Culture Night events to take place locally
It's the 20th edition of the annual celebration.
Sep 19, 2025 13:11
Excitement building in Longford ahead of Cian McPhillips' world final
Sep 19, 2025 13:06
Local TD calls for urgent meeting with Health Minister over Portiuncula
Sinn Féin's Claire Kerrane says the decision to widen the definition of 'high-risk' pregnancies at the hospital has caused widespread fear and worry.
Sep 19, 2025 13:02
Funeral of Geraldine Gannon takes place
Her funeral mass took place earlier today in Strokestown Parish Church.
Sep 19, 2025 13:01
Sligo-Leitrim TD hits out at 'snobbery' towards ATU Sligo
The Sligo-Leitrim TD was speaking at the Oireachtas higher education committee, explaining how he never to university himself.
Sep 19, 2025 11:03
Easier to enter Ireland illegally than legally - Fitzmaurice
Independent Ireland's Michael Fitzmaurice was speaking on statements on migration.
Sep 19, 2025 07:23
Woman killed in Roscommon crash to be laid to rest today
The Mass is on in Strokestown and she'll be buried in Roscommon town.
Sep 19, 2025 07:18Shannonside Newsletter
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