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Boaters warned of low-hanging wires at Hartley Bridge
A recent inspection confirmed that damage from Storm Éowyn has caused an ESB poll sag over the water, with the power lines now hanging lower than usual.
Mar 16, 2025 14:21
Local TD slams Govt over housing crisis and infrastructure failures
Independent Ireland TD for Roscommon-Galway, Michael Fitzmaurice, warns that failing water and sewage infrastructure is halting housing developments and is calling on the Government to take urgent action.
Mar 16, 2025 13:55
Shannonside region gears up for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations
Some parades are already taking place today, while others will be kicking off tomorrow, Monday.
Mar 16, 2025 11:55
Ballaghaderreen protest rally today over streetscape changes
Over 520 submissions were made to Roscommon County Council in response to the plans but the local authority says the works are a once in a lifetime transformational opportunity.
Mar 16, 2025 09:29
Irish workers may buy back UK pension years- deadline looms
It's thanks to a temporary concession from the Government there.
Mar 16, 2025 08:29
Leitrim County Council meets Tourism Ireland in New York
The meeting underscored Leitrim's potential to attract American visitors through ongoing promotional efforts.
Mar 15, 2025 14:55
Roscommon sees second highest spending increase in February
The latest Spend Trend report shows spending in pubs and restaurants increased in February as people said good bye to Dry January.
Mar 15, 2025 13:33
Longford drama club fundraising for permanent home
Mostrim Players Drama Group is based in Edgeworthstown and have been successfully bringing plays and shows to Longford and surrounding areas.
Mar 15, 2025 13:13
Shannonside Northern Sound Region among Ireland’s top Guinness hotspots
Roscommon ranks second nationwide, with 214 pubs per 100,000 people serving Guinness, while Leitrim follows in third with 199.
Mar 15, 2025 11:29
Ballintubber St. Patrick’s Day parade to honour late Cllr Anthony Waldron
He was a firm supporter of the annual parade in the Roscommon village and was also heavily involved in a number of groups and organisations across the county.
Mar 15, 2025 08:45
Hospitals bracing for busy St. Patrick's weekend
The HSE is encouraging people to consider all care options by getting help in the right setting.
Mar 15, 2025 08:08
LISTEN: Students at Roscommon school raise over €13,000 for much-loved classmates
The money will go towards the trials in the US for Naughton twins George and Isaac, who were diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in 2012.
Mar 14, 2025 17:39
ESB Networks suspend works at Mote Park after concerns raised by local group
In response, the ESB say they have suspended works and will review the site again in due course.
Mar 14, 2025 17:30
Locals share their views on closure of historic post office in Roscommon Town
There were mixed feelings about the closure of the landmark Roscommon Post Office building today.
Mar 14, 2025 17:21Shannonside Newsletter
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