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Motorist caught speeding in Carrick among top offenders detected by Gardaí this weekend
Gardaí are conducting mandatory intoxicant testing and high visibility checkpoints this weekend.
May 2, 2026 09:48
Leitrim playing host to its own camino this morning
Organisers are hoping to make the camino an annual event and everyone is welcome on the day.
May 2, 2026 09:30
Annual Leitrim Ploughing Championships kick off in Carrigallen today
It follows the postponement of the event on Easter Saturday due to poor weather.
May 2, 2026 08:42
Man (22) to appear in court over fatal house fire in Co. Offaly last year
He was charged with criminal damage by arson in court yesterday evening.
May 2, 2026 08:31
Local politicians attend launch of new virtual reality initiative in Lanesboro
Lough Ree Access For All which hosts inclusive, wheelchair-accessible boat trips on lake has introduced a special virtual reality tour at the amenity.
May 1, 2026 17:37
Local hot meal provider calls for extra government supports
It's due to a rise in the cost of fuel and food in the past twelve months.
May 1, 2026 17:24
Taoiseach says talks ongoing to turn Athlone into Ireland's first 'green city'
Developer Sean Mulryan and Ballymore hope to complete the project by 2040.
May 1, 2026 17:14
Permission sought for redevelopment of Lidl store in Roscommon
The German supermarket giant submitted an application to county planners this week.
May 1, 2026 17:08
Investigation underway after six calves found dumped in Westmeath waterway
Westmeath County Council says the incident is being treated as illegal dumping, with concerns over potential risks to public health and local water quality.
May 1, 2026 17:01
Over 650 local applications approved under Help-to-Buy scheme since 2020
It assists first-time purchasers in buying a new property, or one which has been recently converted into a dwelling and not previously lived in.
May 1, 2026 14:11
Concerns raised locally about qualification of private home care workers
Councillor Gary Prior is raising a motion at next week's county council meeting to increase checks on staff hired by private home care services.
May 1, 2026 14:08
Local minister says government working on overcrowding levels at Sligo hospital
A ten-year-review for the month of April shows overcrowding at Sligo University Hospital has come at its highest this year, with 903 patients waiting on trolleys in April 2026.
May 1, 2026 14:02
Athlone cycleway bridge renamed after former minister Mary O'Rourke
Taoiseach Micheal Martin along with a number of local politicians attended the event.
May 1, 2026 13:56
Parts of EU Mercosur agreement to come into force today
That's despite not getting approval yet from the European Parliament.
May 1, 2026 13:50Shannonside Newsletter
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