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Local MEP taking government to task on Mercosur trade deal
The ratification process for the controversial EU - South America deal has been launched today.
Sep 3, 2025 18:13
Local Councillor backs proposed Frenchpark active travel project
Some locals have raised concerns over a planned one-way system and a loss of car-parking.
Sep 3, 2025 18:08
Sadness following death of local sportsman
Liam was a keen soccer player and was a member of Roscommon Town Football Club.
Sep 3, 2025 18:05
Tributes paid following death of well-known Roscommon businessman
Posting on social media, Fleming's SuperValu said his contribution to Roscommon was 'immeasurable'.
Sep 3, 2025 15:29
Local Senator wants resolution to school secretaries' strike
There were protests outside several locals schools today, on the fifth day of their industrial action.
Sep 3, 2025 12:58
Local councillor calls for traffic review in Carrick-on-Shannon
He's looking for the council to conduct a review of Priest's Lane, the Leitrim Road and Upper Main Street.
Sep 3, 2025 12:39
Longford publican says drinking culture has changed among young people
Recent figures from the Central Statistics Office show less than 30 percent of 18 to 24-year-olds drink weekly.
Sep 3, 2025 12:36
Gardaí issue appeal over Drumshanbo burglary
The incident occurred in the Lustia area on the night of the 4th of August.
Sep 3, 2025 12:30
Parish priest says businesses could close due to Frenchpark works
Changes are planned for the Roscommon village because it's set to be bypassed, as part of the N5 upgrade.
Sep 3, 2025 12:22
Two houses burgled in Longford in 48 hours
No arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing.
Sep 3, 2025 10:11
Work to start today on addressing road-safety issues in Boyle
Roscommon County Council is installing ramps at Mockmoyne.
Sep 3, 2025 09:51
Three men released without charge over serious assault in Mayo
A man in his 20s was seriously injured in an alleged attack on the Tucker Street area of Castlebar in the early hours of Saturday the 23rd of August.
Sep 3, 2025 08:43
School secretaries and caretakers to picket outside school gates today
Their union says there's been 'radio-silence' from the government despite yesterday's pickets at Leinster House and TD offices around the country.
Sep 3, 2025 08:30
Athlone asylum case may be heading for Europe
Local councillors are taking legal action against the state over plans to locate up to 1,000 asylum seekers in tents.
Sep 3, 2025 07:35Shannonside Newsletter
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