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Leitrim's Des Guckian remembered as 'fearless' councillor, following his death
He passed away peacefully this morning after an illness, while aged in his late 70s.
May 22, 2025 16:28
Roscommon campaigner says Marriage vote brought 'acceptance' to the country
It's ten years since voters in Roscommon rejected a change to the Constitution which would see same-sex marriage legalised.
May 22, 2025 14:24
Renewed calls for hotel to be opened in Boyle following successful Rás staging
The end of a stage of Rás Tailteann took place in the north Roscommon town, for the first time in 31 years.
May 22, 2025 14:14
Waldron supporter says Michael Holland Snr is 'ideal replacement'
It comes as Mairead Kenny officially withdraws from the race to be co-opted.
May 22, 2025 14:10
Criticism of local councillors over response to proposed refugee accommodation
It follows an application by Noel Whelan for an exemption to accommodate refugees at a property on Goff Street in Roscommon
May 22, 2025 13:55
Calls for local physiotherapy service to remain in place at St Joseph's
The service is currently operating from a temporary location on site.
May 22, 2025 13:51
Local TD accuses Government of 'betraying vulnerable children' due to delayed assessments
14-year-old campaigner Cara Darmody has been protesting over the issue outside Leinster House this week.
May 22, 2025 13:44
Former Leitrim Councillor Des Guckian passes away
Des Guckian was first elected in 2014 and served on Leitrim County Council as an Independent up until earlier this year.
May 22, 2025 12:54
Close to €30,000 in Heritage funding allocated to Roscommon projects
The Heritage Council is distributing more than €1.9 million through the scheme this year to support 132 heritage initiatives across Ireland.
May 22, 2025 12:11
Local senator says learner drivers being forced to drive without a fully qualified motorist
Over 83,000 people are currently waiting to take the exam.
May 22, 2025 07:42
One of Waldron's closest supporters "disgusted" Murray won't be taking council seat
The 12-person alliance that controls the council is backing Michael Holland Senior.
May 22, 2025 07:22
Local teen wins Garda Youth Award for running Leitrim D&D group
While it was created in the 1970s, D&D has become more prominent in recent years, featuring in popular TV shows such as Stranger Things and The Big Bang Theory.
May 21, 2025 18:04
Local crews dealing with a number of fires in Roscommon this evening
Chief Fire Officer John Keane says firefighters from Elphin, Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon, Ballaghaderreen and Ballyhaunis are involved.
May 21, 2025 17:20
Britain's Tim Shoreman wins first stage of Rás Tailteann in Boyle
It's the first time in 31 years the town has hosted a stage finish.
May 21, 2025 16:17Shannonside Newsletter
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