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Further development in Ballaghaderreen key to keeping young people in the region
Future Cast CEO JJ O’Hara says it’s important to keep developing the town.
Jun 9, 2025 16:57
HSE urged to confirm Longford physiotherapy service future
Deputy Carrigy says that Minister for Older People, Kieran O'Donnell and the older persons organisation within the HSE are not in favour of the service leaving Longford.
Jun 9, 2025 16:55
Hundreds of people attend second annual Longford Pride celebrations
The week long series of events came to a close over the weekend, with 100s marching through Longford Town on Saturday in the Pride Parade.
Jun 9, 2025 13:45
Longford Physio Service will be kept in the county says local reps
Local Councillor Peggy Nolan is warning the HSE that the people of Longford will protest on the streets if the physiotherapy or any other service is taken from St Josephs.
Jun 9, 2025 13:33
Carrick MD meeting postponed as mark of respect to late councillor
The meeting has been rescheduled for next Monday when a new Cathaoirleach will also be elected.
Jun 9, 2025 13:09
SHE to host webinar aimed at boosting female engagement in politics
It follows a series of events throughout County Roscommon, hosted by political initiative See Her Elected and Roscommon County Council.
Jun 9, 2025 13:05
Over 1,100 domestic abuse incidents reported to local Gardaí this year
There have been 802 in Longford, Roscommon and Mayo, along with 335 in Sligo-Leitrim.
Jun 9, 2025 12:43
Junior Minister confirms 48 new jobs to be created in Ballaghaderreen
Minister Alan Dillon confirmed that he will attend the opening of an expansion at Griffdon Engineering which will see 48 jobs created.
Jun 9, 2025 10:48
€1m for Shannonside councils for Disabled Persons Grants
Leitrim council is getting €193,000, with €444,000 going to Roscommon and €390,000 to Longford.
Jun 9, 2025 08:46
Hopes for clarity this week on Robert Pether's return to Roscommon
Robert was in jail in Iraq for four years before being released on bail last Thursday.
Jun 9, 2025 07:24
Junior Minister to open €1m training centre in Ballagh today
The Mechanical and Electrical Training and Assessment Centre is in the Mill Business Park.
Jun 9, 2025 07:21
Local drama group hosts fundraiser for new Western Alzheimer's day care centre
Planning permission has been granted for the new facility and work is commencing on tender documents.
Jun 8, 2025 15:19
Body discovered in North Roscommon field identified as missing Manuel D'Costa
His body was discovered in Ballyfarnon on Friday night at around 8:30pm.
Jun 8, 2025 12:57
Castlerea outdoor swimming pool to open in ten days' time
The pool is very popular with schoolchildren and will be open throughout their summer holidays.
Jun 8, 2025 12:42Shannonside Newsletter
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