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Historic building in Longford Town to become new home of family-run business
Longford County Council has granted planning permission for the change of use of the landmark building, which used to be the ticket office for the White Star Line, the company that owned the Titanic.
Jun 22, 2026 17:10
TFI Local Link to operate Strokestown-Carrick bus service
The service will also continue to provide two return trips on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
Jun 22, 2026 17:08
Cllr Domnick Conolly elected Cathaoirelach of Roscommon County Council
First elected in 1991, Domnick Connolly made a return to politics in the last local elections, claiming the last seat in the Athlone LEA.
Jun 22, 2026 17:06
Newly-elected Ballinamore MD Cathaoirleach looks forward to role
Representing Sinn Féin, he was first elected to the local authority in 2014's elections.
Jun 22, 2026 17:04
Padraig McNamara elected cathaoirleach of the Granard MD
He was nominated by his Fine Gael colleague Garry Murtagh, and seconded by the outgoing cathaoirleach, Turlough McGovern.
Jun 22, 2026 17:03
Domnick Connolly confirmed as next Roscommon cathaoirleach
He was elected unopposed at the council's AGM this afternoon.
Jun 22, 2026 14:44
Jeffrey Donaldson found guilty of historic sex offences, including rape
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson found GUILTY of 18 historical sex offences against two women when they were children.
Jun 22, 2026 14:29
Stability needed in Britain after Starmer's departure - local TD Michael Fitzmaurice
Andy Burnham is tipped to replace Keir Starmer.
Jun 22, 2026 13:49
Over 4,000 locals on jobseeker's allowance, new stats reveal
Independent councillor Micheál Frain, from Ballaghaderreen, says the figures are disappointing.
Jun 22, 2026 13:27
Roscommon councillor calling for speed ramps near all schools
Fianna Fáil's Paschal Fitzmaurice is bringing forward a motion to this afternoon's council meeting.
Jun 22, 2026 13:27
Leitrim worst county in Ireland for EV chargers
Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny says the figures for Leitrim are very disappointing.
Jun 22, 2026 13:21
Leitrim councillor calling for generators to be in place for future storms
Thousands of households in Co. Leitrim were left without power for weeks as a result of Storm Eowyn.
Jun 22, 2026 13:17
24-hour hour gym in Carrick would have 'adverse impact' on N4 - TII
In a submission, Transport Infrastructure Ireland says it's at variance with official policy in relation to development on or affecting national roads.
Jun 22, 2026 13:15
New housing survey reveals rural homes in demand
Figures from the REA National Survey reveal homes in counties Longford and Roscommon were among those with the highest percentage increases on the past three months.
Jun 22, 2026 13:08Shannonside Newsletter
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