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Tributes paid following passing of Frenchpark native
Sep 5, 2025 17:25
LISTEN: Four Roscommon councillors give McGregor a blow in presidential bid
He needs four local authorities to back him if he's to get on the ballot paper.
Sep 5, 2025 16:36
Joanna Donnelly withdraws bid to run for President
This afternoon in a social media post she says she was naïve and unprepared.
Sep 5, 2025 16:20
Popular Longford restaurant to change owners
They have thanked their loyal customers for their support over 9 years.
Sep 5, 2025 13:40
25 waiting for a bed at local hospitals
The INMO has published its latest trolley watch figures.
Sep 5, 2025 13:32
Local TD calls for more talks to resolve school secretaries and caretakers dispute
The strike, which has caused significant disruption in schools, is centred around access to public service pensions and other entitlements.
Sep 5, 2025 13:23
First ever Tour of Longford taking place this weekend
It's starting at the Connolly Barracks at 10am tomorrow morning.
Sep 5, 2025 13:18
Local Councillor say water network in South Leitrim needs to be upgraded
Uisce Éireann says it's working to restore supply after the burst between Ballinamore and Ardrum.
Sep 5, 2025 13:03
Popular Roscommon businessman remembered as a gentleman at funeral mass
Liam Fleming passed away peacefully at Roscommon Hospice on Wednesday.
Sep 5, 2025 12:52
Conor McGregor asks Roscommon council to nominate him as president
The UFC star has written to the local authority to plead for its backing.
Sep 5, 2025 11:53
Two alleged assaults in Longford town in 24 hours
Sep 5, 2025 10:54
Another major water burst in Ballinamore, as supply stops
Uisce Eireann says it regrets the amount of bursts in the area recently.
Sep 5, 2025 09:24
Local school secretaries and caretakers striking again today
Kieran Christie, general secretary of the ASTI, says it can't be understated how important both roles are to school communities.
Sep 5, 2025 08:24
'Crazy' - Cllr Micheál Frain the latest to blast Frenchpark plans
Changes are planned for the Roscommon village because it's set to be bypassed, as part of the N5 upgrade.
Sep 5, 2025 07:24Shannonside Newsletter
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