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Garda killed in Dublin yesterday had strong links to County Roscommon
The Garda Commissioner has paid tribute to Garda Flatley, describing it as a reminder of the dangers faced by members of the force.
May 12, 2025 08:55
Over half of priests in Elphin Diocese are from abroad
The area includes a lot of the Shannonside region, including Boyle, Castlerea, Roscommon town and Athlone.
May 12, 2025 08:27
Large bog fire still burning in Longford, according to local Senator
Longford, Granard and Edgeworthstown Fire Service units are tackling the fire on Cloonaugh Bog close to the village.
May 12, 2025 08:24
Emergency Services tackling bog fire outside Drumlish Village
Longford, Granard and Edgeworthstown Fire Service units are tackling the fire on Cloonaugh Bog close to the village.
May 11, 2025 22:50
Garda killed after being hit by motorbike at checkpoint
The officer has been named as 49-year-old Kevin Flatley, a father-of-two, who was based in the roads policing unit in Dublin Castle.
May 11, 2025 22:34
Local businesswoman says multinational companies posing threat to smaller enterprises
That's according to one south Roscommon businesswoman who says she's had to refurbish her shop tin a bid to boost footfall.
May 11, 2025 14:54
Longford County Council launches Bike Week events
The week will also see multiple cycling events for children and local secondary school students each day of the celebration.
May 11, 2025 12:52
HSE seeking tenders for upgrade of alarm systems in Longford medical clinic
Tenders opened this week for the upgrade of the fire detection, alarm system and emergency lighting system at St Joseph's on the Dublin Road.
May 11, 2025 12:25
Councillor urges council to buy 'eyesore' historic building in Frenchpark
Local councillor Liam Callaghan says it has fallen into disrepair and is dangerous.
May 11, 2025 12:19
Roscommon hospital donates sunscreen dispensers to local GAA clubs
The local hospital's donation coincides with Melanoma Awareness Month, which runs throughout May.
May 11, 2025 09:31
Leitrim councillor seeks standard height for speed ramps
He has this week called for more uniformity when it comes to the traffic calming measure.
May 11, 2025 09:22
Second teenager dies in swimming accident off Donegal coast
The search and rescue operation was coordinated by the Malin Head Coast Guard, and local vessels helped in the search.
May 11, 2025 07:57
Nominations open for local Garda Youth Awards
The Roscommon/Longford Garda Division awards are run in conjunction with the respective county councils.
May 10, 2025 14:44
LISTEN: Hundreds come out to support Castlerea Darkness Into Light walk
The annual Darkness into Light walks took place across the country, starting from 4am.
May 10, 2025 11:21Shannonside Newsletter
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