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Fun run and walk to raise cardiac awareness takes place in Athlone today
The event has been organised by local councillor John Dolan and stroke survivor Carrie Mimnagh in an effort to raise cardiac awareness.
Apr 27, 2025 08:42
Labour spokesperson says any deal reached with Russia will be 'to the cost of Ukraine'
Presidents Trump and Zelensky were pictured opposite each other at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
Apr 27, 2025 07:24
Rural development minister calls for public consultation process to be adjusted
That's the view of the Minster for Rural Regeneration and Development, Dara Calleary after a number of public realm works in the region have seen major public push back.
Apr 26, 2025 14:01
Longford Womens Link CEO says lack of female Oireachtas Committee chairs is a 'missed opportunity'
Tara Farrell was speaking as the chairpersons for various Oireachtas Committees were finalised this week.
Apr 26, 2025 11:09
Popular west Roscommon business to open new premises today
Castlerea boxing sisters, Aoife and Lisa O'Rourke, will cut the ribbon on the new site and there will be free class demonstrations.
Apr 26, 2025 08:36
Thousands of mourners gathering for funeral of Pope Francis this morning
Presidents, prime ministers and religious leaders are all attending the service, following Francis's death on Monday, aged 88.
Apr 26, 2025 08:00
Ballyforan Greenway officially opened by Minister Alan Dillon this afternoon
The 3 km trail was developed under the Just Transition Fund.
Apr 25, 2025 16:37
Local Cllr says mental health charities are propping up a failed Irish healthcare system
Recent figures released by the charity show that a third of referrals last month came from the Shannonside region.
Apr 25, 2025 16:11
Minister calls for a compromise in Ballaghaderreen public realm enhancement row
Local residents and business owners are angry at the €4.5 million plan, which would see 47 car-parking spaces removed from the town.
Apr 25, 2025 13:43
Over 100 Air Ambulance services missions undertaken locally last year
Figures released by Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris show 118 missions were undertaken in the region last year.
Apr 25, 2025 13:16
Tánaiste says local TD will bring common sense to Oireachtas Housing Committee
Deputy Carrigy was appointed as the chair of the Oireacthas Committee on Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
Apr 25, 2025 13:13
An Bord Pleanala hears of potential plans for refugee accommodation in Roscommon Town
Noel Whelan has applied to An Bord Pleanala for permission to house refugees at a property on Goff Street.
Apr 25, 2025 13:07
Conviction of Roscommon dairy plant for environmental breaches important endorsement for EPA
Aurivo dairy co-op was fined €350,000 for environmental breaches at their Ballaghaderreen plant which led to a foul odour engulfing the town, forcing residents indoors.
Apr 25, 2025 11:07
No increase in sales of EVs locally so far this year- SIMI
Tipperary has seen the highest increase, with electric registrations up 116% year-on-year.
Apr 25, 2025 08:32Shannonside Newsletter
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