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PODCAST: No united Ireland during my lifetime, renowned historian tells Boyle event
The Professor of modern Irish history at UCD was speaking at Boyle Arts Festival.
Jul 19, 2025 22:17
New sensory playground opens in Longford celebrating French town twinning
'The Sunflower Park' was officially opened by Rural and Community Development Minister Dara Calleary on Thursday evening.
Jul 19, 2025 13:09
Minister promises major rural regeneration support across Shannonside region
It comes as the Government is set to publish a review of its National Development Plan this coming week.
Jul 19, 2025 11:11
Gardai issue warning over van "acting suspiciously" in Drumshanbo
Gardai say the vehicle, with a registration of 191D12391 or 201D12391, acted suspiciously in the Drumshanbo area and surrounds.
Jul 19, 2025 09:37
Granard Agricultural Show celebrates 75 years with packed weekend events
There will be classes in cattle, horses, sheep, arts, turf, farm and garden and much more throughout the day.
Jul 19, 2025 09:23
Holyhead port fully reopens after storm damage, but hauliers raise concerns
Minister of State Seán Canney expressed his pleasure to see operations from both berths return to normal.
Jul 19, 2025 08:23
16-bedroom Rooskey property, previously earmarked for refugees, goes on sale
The Department of Migration recently turned down an offer to accommodate refugees in the property.
Jul 18, 2025 21:50
Councillor confirms traffic lights and footpaths planned for new Longford playground
The play area was officially opened by Rural and Community Development Minister Dara Calleary yesterday evening.
Jul 18, 2025 17:13
Local TD hopes long-running Ballaghaderreen library saga will soon be over
It's been closed since 2020 and was due to return to service last year following upgrade works at Dillon House.
Jul 18, 2025 17:07
Popular Ballaghaderreen guesthouse closing today
The building's owner is trying to secure a new operator to run the business.
Jul 18, 2025 13:14
Application for permanent solution to Lough Funshinagh crisis to be lodged by end of year
A temporary system was switched on earlier this year and will be in operation for two years until a permanent solution is in place.
Jul 18, 2025 13:08
Major leak on main water supply for Ballinamore area
Uisce Éireann crews have been on the ground since this morning trying to fix the trunk line into the local reservoir.
Jul 18, 2025 13:02
Number of asylum seekers 'substantially down on last year' - Minister Calleary
It comes as the Department of Migration confirmed international protection applicants will not be accommodated in Academy House on Goff Street in Roscommon Town.
Jul 18, 2025 12:51
Man (40s) seriously injured in Roscommon crash
The single-vehicle collision occurred on the R370 at Lurgan, Frenchpark at around 6 am today.
Jul 18, 2025 11:24Shannonside Newsletter
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