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Over 850 children wait for CAMHS appointment locally

Camhs provides assessment and treatment for young people aged under 18 who are experiencing mental health difficulties, such as depression, anxiety or dealing with an eating disorder.

May 7, 2026 13:18

Funeral of Gary Lydon hears of his love for local region

An award-winning actor, he was best known for his role in 'The Banshees of Inisherin'

May 7, 2026 13:12

Gardaí at scene of minor N4 crash

Gardaí expect the scene to be cleared shortly.

May 7, 2026 11:08

Fraudsters try to scam Roscommon senator - by pretending to be his daughter

Gareth Scahill says one in three people in Ireland have experienced fraud.

May 7, 2026 09:38

Deal with Iran could be close, says Trump - as Feighan says it's 'vital' Strait reopens

The US president's been speaking at the Oval Office - repeating his warnings against Tehran having a nuclear weapon.

May 7, 2026 09:29

Funeral of much-loved Strokestown activist to take place today

John Joe Cox's funeral Mass will take place in the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Strokestown at 11 o'clock this morning.

May 7, 2026 07:42

Banshees of Inisherin actor to be laid to rest in Cootehall today

Gary Lydon had been living in the Cootehall area in recent years.

May 7, 2026 07:19

Support given to proposed Ballinamore attraction

An old convent in Aghadark will be turned into a 12-room aparthotel, cafe and restaurant - if planners give it the green light.

May 6, 2026 17:33

Local students to benefit from free school books scheme

The scheme has been an expanded to the ensure that every child in primary and post-primary education can access essential learning materials at no cost.

May 6, 2026 17:30