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Major regeneration efforts needed following severe Roscommon fires this week says Senator
Bog area designated as a Special Area of Conservation was scorched in the fires just days after it was added to the list of National Trails.
May 21, 2025 13:59
Rás Tailteann to arrive in the Shannonside region shortly
It's passing through Carrigallen, Mohill and Carrick-on-Shannon, and will finish today in Boyle.
May 21, 2025 13:53
Region sees creation of first accessible sports club for children
The group, based in Drumlish, will be open to families across the region who's children live with a physical or cognitive disability.
May 21, 2025 13:46
Local group raises concerns over plans for refugee accommodation in Roscommon
It comes following Noel Whelan's application for an exemption from An Bord Pleanála to use Academy House for up to 17 refugees.
May 21, 2025 13:45
Over 1,900 residential properties sold locally last year
Of the 1,900 sales made in the region last year, just 380 were from first time buyers.
May 21, 2025 13:30
Michael Holland Senior to take Anthony Waldron's council seat
Sources say the alliance that controls the local authority is set to back him.
May 21, 2025 12:45
Shannonside region set for Rás Tailteann arrival this afternoon
There’ll be traffic restrictions in Co Leitrim between 2 o’clock and 4pm and rolling road closures on the N61 in Boyle between 3 and 3.45.
May 21, 2025 11:34
Longford cookery school wins major innovation award
Fiona Egan says they are proud that their work is helping people keep a connection with the land.
May 21, 2025 11:26
Boyle in line for boost today as Rás Tailteann Stage One finishes in the town
It starts in Drogheda and also goes through Carrigallen, Mohill and Carrick-on-Shannon.
May 21, 2025 08:43
Local Senator says landowners affected by fires should receive state compensation
Gareth Scahill told the Seanad the blazes in Gortaganny caused extensive damage over the weekend.
May 21, 2025 07:22
Council previously refused local refugee housing over public safety concerns
Planning documents seen by Shannonside FM News state the proposal had the potential to endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard or obstruction of road users.
May 20, 2025 17:41
HIQA report raises concerns over midlands refugee accommodation centre in Athlone
Residents paid tribute to the supportive nature and kindness of staff, but highlighted issues with the mobile home accommodation units.
May 20, 2025 17:34
Traffic restrictions in place tomorrow as Rás passes through Boyle
The 155.5km stage from Drogheda is expected to finish in the north Roscommon town between 2 and 4 pm.
May 20, 2025 13:19
Young Longford apprentice wins major international trades competition
Dan O'Shea from Fort Hill has beaten over 2,700 apprentices from across the UK and Ireland to be named this year's Screwfix Trade Apprentice champion.
May 20, 2025 13:16Shannonside Newsletter
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