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Almost 50 waiting for a bed at local hospitals
Jul 30, 2025 12:10
Lanesboro man set to become first permanent deacon in Diocese of Ardagh & Clonmacnoise
Steven Donohoe will be ordained in around three years' time, after studying part-time in Maynooth and in his own time.
Jul 30, 2025 08:26
Nearly 90 people fined for parking on footpaths in the region so far this year
The offence is a big inconvenience for wheelchair users and other vulnerable groups.
Jul 30, 2025 07:45
South Roscommon flood pumps turned off
Jul 29, 2025 17:23
Government's legalisation of HHC welcomed locally
Jul 29, 2025 16:50
Final preparations ahead of Ballaghaderreen library reopening
It has been closed for the past five years due to upgrade works in Dillon House on The Square.
Jul 29, 2025 13:40
Health Minister urged to intervene and reopen local chapel
The chapel in a local State-run nursing home been closed for two years due to the fire safety concerns.
Jul 29, 2025 13:33
Roscommon hotelier Tom Grealy described as 'true gentleman' at funeral mass
Fr Ray Milton described him as 'one of a kind' who had hospitality in his DNA.
Jul 29, 2025 13:27
Pharmaceuticals should be subject to single 15 per cent tariff, says local Minister
Peter Burke has been updating the Cabinet on the EU's deal with the United States.
Jul 29, 2025 11:21
Seven Roscommon councillors put forward for Local Safety Partnership
The safety partnership will replace the Joint Policing Committee and will be made up of 30 members.
Jul 29, 2025 11:13
Local Senator welcomes potential jobs boost for Longford
The former Eircom site was purchased by the council in May and Technimark's move into the facility could generate between 120 and 150 jobs.
Jul 29, 2025 10:20
Roscommon Cllr critical of Minister's refusal to reverse Portiuncula decision
The Minister insists she's putting women and babies first and working with an external management team to ensure the safety of those attending the Ballinasloe facility.
Jul 29, 2025 08:18
Funeral of Roscommon hotelier taking place later this morning
His funeral mass is taking place today at the Sacred Heart Church, Roscommon, at 11am.
Jul 29, 2025 07:52
Major expansion of US manufacturer in Longford could create up to 150 jobs
Technimark currently operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility on the Ballinalee Road in Longford Town.
Jul 28, 2025 17:16Shannonside Newsletter
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