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21 presidential hopefuls have asked Longford County Council for nominations
These independent candidates need four local authorities to back them to get on the ballot paper on October 24th.
Sep 10, 2025 11:06
Ballaghaderreen natives term as President of INHA to conclude this week
The INHA's AGM will take place tomorrow evening at the Percy French Hotel in Strokestown with Minister for Agriculture, Martin Heydon set to attend.
Sep 10, 2025 07:47
McGregor supporters ask Longford council to nominate him for president
A total 21 candidates are looking for Longford council's endorsement.
Sep 9, 2025 19:36
McGregor 'supporters' ask Longford council to nominate him for president
The council is holding a special meeting next week to consider whether to back a candidate.
Sep 9, 2025 18:16
Shannon Key West Hotel condition 'an insult to the people of Rooskey'
The once thriving business closed around 15 years ago and now has fencing around it.
Sep 9, 2025 17:12
Local individual and business named on tax defaulters list
The list includes people from across the country found to have committed offences.
Sep 9, 2025 17:11
Four arrested following violent Roscommon town incident
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.
Sep 9, 2025 16:14
LISTEN: Local Fianna Fáil Cllr undecided on whether he'll canvas for Jim Gavin
Longford Cllr Seamus Butler says he's disappointed with the result.
Sep 9, 2025 14:36
North West Hospice launching new podcast to mark Palliative Care Week
There is a launch event taking place in the Sligo Park Hotel this evening from 5.45pm.
Sep 9, 2025 14:19
Counselling service for victims of sexual violence opens in Co. Leitrim
Support is also provided to parents, family members, friends and parents of survivors.
Sep 9, 2025 13:22
Leitrim Cllr says small minority of council tenants aren't maintaining their houses
The maintenance of the outside of a property is largely a tenant's responsibility.
Sep 9, 2025 13:21
Over €4.5 million spent on local Active Travel projects last year
A report on the climate action performance of every county in 2024 was published this morning.
Sep 9, 2025 13:16
Leitrim Cllr says overcrowded school in Carrick on Shannon is a fire hazard
Scoil Mhuire's pupil numbers have almost doubled over the past 10 years, with around 500 kids currently enrolled.
Sep 9, 2025 13:15
Jim Gavin selected as Fianna Fáil candidate for Áras race
Both Gavin and Kelleher gave ten minute presentations before the secret ballot vote.
Sep 9, 2025 12:56Shannonside Newsletter
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