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Ballagh 'on the up' as library the latest positive development
The library at Dillon House reopened on The Square today, after being shut for five years.
Jul 31, 2025 17:12
Family of man found dead in Leitrim say search for justice will continue
Today, members of Mr Farrell's family met with Drew Harris at Garda Headquarters and were told there's an 'open and ongoing' enquiry into his death.
Jul 31, 2025 16:59
Gardaí investigating vandalism at school in Co. Longford
No arrests have yet been made and investigations are ongoing.
Jul 31, 2025 16:51
Funeral arrangements confirmed for Frenchpark fire victim
Des Deegan will be laid to rest in Co Meath next Thursday.
Jul 31, 2025 16:49
Rise in drug searches locally
Jul 31, 2025 16:35
LISTEN: Roscommon man reaches Bali as marathon cycle progresses
Arigna's Fergal Guihen started the 230,000-kilometre challenge in March of last year.
Jul 31, 2025 16:34
LISTEN: Progress made today in Roscommon land rewetting row
Farmers around Ballyleague and Strokestown are concerned their land will be flooded by the rewetting process.
Jul 31, 2025 16:29
Garda Commissioner says death of Leitrim man is an ongoing investigation
The Farrells met with Drew Harris at Garda HQ today.
Jul 31, 2025 13:45
Major road in Co. Roscommon to close for over a week
Diversions will be in place via the N5, R293 and R325 going through Ballaghaderreen and Loughglynn.
Jul 31, 2025 13:38
Carrick-on-Shannon café closes down
Management at Fika in Carrick-on-Shannon confirmed it has permanently ceased its operation due to financial pressures.
Jul 31, 2025 13:28
Over 400 tickets sold for Drumshanbo nationalist event - despite calls for cancellation
The Mise Éire festival is taking place on August 23rd in the Mayflower Community Centre, which has a capacity of 750.
Jul 31, 2025 13:22
Ballagh's flashy library finally reopens - after five years
The revamped library reopened at 1 o'clock today, and it's described as a state-of-the-art facility.
Jul 31, 2025 13:20
Frenchpark fire victim's remains released to family, ahead of funeral next week
Des Deegan's funeral is expected to take place next week.
Jul 31, 2025 13:09
Bridge works to affect local train service this Bank Holiday weekend
Due to the works, bus transfers will be in place between Athlone and Ballyhaunis on all Dublin-Westport services.
Jul 31, 2025 11:03Shannonside Newsletter
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