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HSE confirms outbreak of Covid-19 in Sligo University Hospital
The HSE says it's confined to one medical ward, where visiting is now limited.
Jul 17, 2025 11:42
Ming rules out running in presidential election
The Midlands Northwest MEP had previously said he was considering trying to replace Michael D Higgins in the Aras.
Jul 17, 2025 10:59
Teen dies after Tuam crash
Gardaí are renewing their appeal for witnesses to the two-car collision on Ballygaddy Road in Tuam shortly after 6 o'clock on Sunday evening.
Jul 17, 2025 08:47
'EU is more concerned with guns than food security' - Michael Fitzmaurice slams CAP proposals
Roscommon-Galway TD Michael Fitzmaurice, from Independent Ireland, is slamming the proposals.
Jul 17, 2025 08:09
Minister Dara Calleary to visit Longford town and Granard today
Dara Calleary will be visiting a newly-opened sensory playground in Longford Town this evening, and will also be stopping by Granard to officially reopen the tennis and basketball courts at the Higginstown Complex.
Jul 17, 2025 07:24
Green light for 19 new houses in Dromod
Tarmonbarry councillor Tom Crosby has got planning permission for three and four-bedroom houses.
Jul 17, 2025 07:20
Department turns down offer for controversial IPAS centre in Roscommon town
The department said: "The department received an offer of accommodation from this property, but this is no longer under consideration."
Jul 16, 2025 19:30
Local politicians hit out at proposals to cut CAP payment for farmers
The Midlands Northwest MEP said it will affect their ability to operate and to make a living.
Jul 16, 2025 17:39
Senator says waiting list numbers at Roscommon hospital are decreasing
163 have been waiting over a year for their first outpatient consultation.
Jul 16, 2025 17:18
'I'm delighted those women were able to access the care they needed' - Leitrim campaigner on new abortion figures
The Department of Health says there were 196 from Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon last year - up from 133 in 2020.
Jul 16, 2025 13:49
People of Longford urged to support Team Hope Shoebox Appeal this year
Team Hope volunteers send thousands of shoeboxes containing gifts to disadvantaged children around the world.
Jul 16, 2025 13:44
Leitrim GAA in search for new naming-rights partner
It comes after the county board's six-year deal with Avant Money comes to an end today.
Jul 16, 2025 13:43
Reported local cases of sexual assault and rape increase by over 200% since 2003
Information released to Ireland South MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú by the Irish Prison Service show that as of May of this year, there were 800 sexual offenders in Irish prisons costing the state almost €80 million annually to house.
Jul 16, 2025 13:36
LISTEN: Victim offers substantial reward after major equipment theft in Ballinamore
Thieves broke into Leitrim Steel and Shuttering's yard in Ballinamore on Monday night or yesterday morning.
Jul 16, 2025 13:20Shannonside Newsletter
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