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Ballagh public realm plan could close businesses, claims auctioneer
Ballaghaderreen auctioneer James Kilcoyne says the plans will kill business in the town.
Mar 18, 2025 13:16
Coffey pulls out of race to replace Gareth Scahill on Roscommon council
Nominations close on March 30th - with Maura Hopkins, Micheal McGreal, Robbie McConn, and Ruth Connolly-Conboy still in the frame.
Mar 18, 2025 13:07
Popular Longford youth club seeks extension permission
The club runs various activities and courses from their hub on Major's Well Road in Longford Town.
Mar 18, 2025 11:37
Roscommon Post Office to open at it's new location this morning
The postal service left it's previous location on the square last Friday and will now be located in Fleming's SuperValu on Main Street.
Mar 18, 2025 07:28
PODCAST: Special tribute to Councillor Anthony Waldron in Ballintubber parade
The highly regarded local man suddenly last month at the age of 64.
Mar 17, 2025 23:50
Silver medal winning sisters given hero's welcome in Castlerea
The Tarmon sisters both made their respective finals at the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships in Serbia.
Mar 17, 2025 23:40
PODCAST: Businesses will be forced to close if Ballagh public realm plan goes ahead, rally hears
Many residents feel the plan would ruin the town.
Mar 17, 2025 21:50
LISTEN: Controversial Ballagh public realm project can't be reversed - Crosby
Deputy Claire Kerrane says the planning permission granted for the project can be changed by Roscommon County Council.
Mar 17, 2025 18:50
Several areas in North Longford set to benefit from high speed internet
The roll out of high speed Internet has brought connections to over 8,600 properties so far in Longford.
Mar 17, 2025 13:35
Trump cuts to medical funding puts life-changing treatment for Roscommon brothers on hold
Twins George and Isaac Naughton were diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in 2012, and thousands of euro has been raised to send them to the US.
Mar 17, 2025 12:17
LISTEN: Locals 'delighted' after successful St. Patrick's parade in Longford Town
The town was treated to a brand-new format this year, with the parade taking place in the evening to benefit the local night time economy.
Mar 17, 2025 10:06
Calls grow for US President Trump to address the Oireachtas
The Tánaiste Simon Harris told the Irish Mail on Sunday the US President should visit the State, saying it would be "mutually beneficial."
Mar 17, 2025 07:56
LISTEN AND WATCH: 500 people attend rally in Ballagh, as TD claims public realm plan can be changed
Hundreds of local people turned out to show their support on The Square, along with groups from Strokestown and Boyle.
Mar 16, 2025 16:46Shannonside Newsletter
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