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Longford charity launches new mobile pet therapy service
Cian's Kennel's allows children undergoing hospital stays to re-unite with their family pets at a purpose built centre on the grounds of Crumlin Children's Hospital.
Apr 11, 2025 13:31
Outgoing councillor Des Guckian remembered for 'shaking things up' during tenure
The Annaduff man is resigning his seat today on health grounds, after 11 years as a councillor.
Apr 11, 2025 13:22
Senator calling for clarity on long-term plan for Lough Funshinagh flooding crisis
OPW Minister Kevin 'Boxer' Moran recently switched on the pumping system at Lough Funshinagh.
Apr 11, 2025 13:12
Finance minister to open Ógra Fianna Fáil event in Roscommon tonight
Taoiseach Micheál Martin will be there tomorrow, along with other senior ministers.
Apr 11, 2025 10:48
Emergency services at the scene of Longford town crash
There are currently no reports of any injuries but Gardaí are advising motorists to avoid the area.
Apr 11, 2025 09:54
Six out of 34 disqualified Leitrim drivers handed back their licences last year
The county had the highest surrender rate in the country, according to Department of Transport figures.
Apr 11, 2025 09:41
Longford charity to launch mobile pet therapy service today
Cian's Kennel's allows children undergoing hospital stays to re-unite with their family pets on the grounds of Crumlin Children's Hospital.
Apr 11, 2025 08:48
Family of Liam Farrell to meet with Gardaí over review of investigation
87-year-old Liam Farrell was found dead outside his home in Rooskey in January 2020, and his family believes he was attacked.
Apr 11, 2025 07:36
Independent councillor Des Guckian to resign from Leitrim County Council
The Annaduff man will formally quit tomorrow.
Apr 10, 2025 18:27
Water supply returns to south Leitrim after two burst pipes
Uisce Éireann says its crews have carried out repair works and the network is currently recharging.
Apr 10, 2025 17:22
St Joseph's crisis compared to burning of Longford's cathedral in Seanad
Fine Gael senator Paraic Brady described a recent Hiqa report as 'damning' - and one of the worst ever.
Apr 10, 2025 17:19
Clear timeline needed for new Roscommon psychiatric unit - Kerrane
The HSE yesterday included the project in its 2025 service plan - but it's only at appraisal stage.
Apr 10, 2025 17:12
Local councillor welcomes inclusion of rehab unit on HSE Capital Plan
It follows yesterday's announcement by Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill.
Apr 10, 2025 14:11
IFA Chair warns public to take extra care following Roscommon fires
Temperatures will remain over 20-degrees Celsius over the next two days.
Apr 10, 2025 14:01Shannonside Newsletter
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