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Crosby doesn't want Eugene Murphy to replace late Roscommon councillor
Councillor Waldron died suddenly nearly two months ago at his Ballintubber home, and his seat has been vacant since then.
Apr 2, 2025 07:28
LISTEN: Solicitor on why she wants Gareth Scahill's Roscommon council seat
Former councillor Michael McGreal, from Ballinlough, Castleplunkett's Ruth Connolly-Conboy, Ballintubber's Maria McCahill and Roscommon town's Robbie McConn are in the hat.
Apr 1, 2025 17:59
Local farmers got 9 percent of Department of Agriculture scheme payments in 2024
The average payment received by local farmers from the Department last year amounted to €15,800.
Apr 1, 2025 17:55
Waterways Ireland issues warning over low water levels on local rivers
Due to low seasonal rainfall, the River Shannon and the River Erne are lower than usual for this time of the year.
Apr 1, 2025 17:48
Longford to host Community Game's Leinster Finals for next five years
Leinster Community Games Chairperson and local man Joe Fox says it takes a great team effort to host the provincial finals.
Apr 1, 2025 14:00
Funding announced for popular Carrick on Shannon primary school
The national school’s pupil numbers have almost doubled in the past 10 years, with around 500 enrolled now.
Apr 1, 2025 13:51
Widows & widower's pension eligibility increase a major step says local TD
Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane said the new legislation was important as family life in Ireland had changed.
Apr 1, 2025 13:46
Public consultations taking place on future of Longford Outdoor Recreation plans
The public are being asked to share their priorities on what they want to see when it comes to amenities in the county.
Apr 1, 2025 11:19
Longford Chamber Chair welcomes funding for N4 upgrade
€2.4 million was allocated to the project last week by the Department for Transport.
Apr 1, 2025 08:24
Ballintubber community nominates Gail Murray as Waldron's council replacement
She has been selected by the village to take his seat, but councillors will have the final say.
Apr 1, 2025 00:00
Eugene Murphy would replace Councillor Anthony Waldron - if no one from Ballintubber wants to
When contacted, Mr Murphy said: "I will only look for a nomination if Ballintubber don't have a candidate."
Mar 31, 2025 21:55
Local GOAL volunteer says funding cuts to aid agency will put lives at risk
The Irish humanitarian response agency recently confirmed that its staff, which includes 28 employees in Ireland, may be affected by layoffs due to funding cuts from the US and a number of countries in Europe.
Mar 31, 2025 17:12
Bishop says St Nathy's Cathedral in Ballaghaderreen will not be downgraded
The Dubliner yesterday took over as the Bishop of Achonry, which includes the west Roscommon town - while also remaining as the Bishop of Elphin.
Mar 31, 2025 17:12
Local Cllr encouraging people to make submissions regarding proposed Greenway
The closing date for the Lough Ree Greenway project is 4 o'clock on Tuesday.
Mar 31, 2025 17:10Shannonside Newsletter
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