News
Hosepipe ban now in place in Mullingar region
It's because Lough Owel is at critically low levels.
May 6, 2025 07:28
Elphin's Robert Pether diagnosed with lung cancer
His wife, who lives in the north Roscommon town with their children, confirmed the news this evening.
May 5, 2025 22:24
Building of 51 homes in south Roscommon to commence by September
South Roscommon councillors gave them planning permission earlier this year.
May 5, 2025 13:13
Well-known poet chosen as Grand Marshall for Roscommon Pride parade
The announcement was made on Poetry Day Ireland which fell on May Day this year.
May 5, 2025 12:26
LISTEN: Frenchpark crash victim fondly remembered as ‘psychologist-cum-journalist’ at funeral Mass
The 89-year-old died last Thursday when she was hit by a truck in Frenchpark village while she was walking.
May 5, 2025 12:21
'Service was at the heart of his life' - Seán Sherwin's funeral mass hears
The Rooskey native was a Fianna Fáil TD between 1970 and 1973, and also served as the party's national organiser.
May 5, 2025 12:15
Funeral of 89-year-old woman who died in Frenchpark crash to be held today
Kitty Lavin's funeral Mass is taking place in Frenchpark this morning.
May 5, 2025 09:17
Former TD and Roscommon resident to be laid to rest today
He was actively involved in the community in Rooskey.
May 5, 2025 08:53
Gardaí appeal for witness following death of 13-year-old girl in Cork
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses, and camera footage from the event.
May 5, 2025 08:01
13-year-old girl killed in crash in Cork
It's understood the 13 -year-old was participating in an official event, when her buggy crashed.
May 4, 2025 21:47
€75,000 allocated for cemetery maintenance across Roscommon
The local authority received online applications from over 90 voluntary groups with requests for funding for ongoing maintenance and improvements.
May 4, 2025 14:38
Free arts festival set to take place in Longford town this weekend
WAL Fest which stands for Writers and Artists of Longford, is a celebration of creativity, community, and connection in the county.
May 4, 2025 12:07
New sports park in Roscommon set to open within a month
The facility in Arigna includes an AstroTurf pitch, with a walkway and public lighting.
May 4, 2025 09:43
Castlerea's O'Rourke sisters to open Roscommon Ploughing Championships
The championships commence at noon on Beirne family land in Ballinaheglish and are expected to draw a large crowd.
May 4, 2025 08:55Shannonside Newsletter
Sign up now to keep up to date with the latest news.
Athlone Rd, Townparks,
Longford, Ireland
Eircode: N39 RR67
Copyright © 2026 Shannonside FM. Developed by Square1 and Powered by PublisherPlus