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Man who ran brothels across Shannonside region found with child abuse material on his phone
He pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to 19 sample counts, including using false instruments, inducing landlords to rent properties to him and possession of the proceeds of crime.
Mar 14, 2025 17:10
Roscommon school raise over €13,000 for Join Our Boys trust
Archie sadly passed away in 2022 aged just 16.
Mar 14, 2025 14:34
Close to 30 EV Grants provided in the region so far this year
Last year, 175 EV Grants were provided across the region with 87 of that figure in Co. Roscommon.
Mar 14, 2025 13:10
Local distillery concerned potential EU/US tariff war could wipe out their business
It comes in response to the EU's decision to target American whiskey and impose taxes of up to 50%.
Mar 14, 2025 13:05
New housing development in North Roscommon given green light
County planners approved the application subject to 27 conditions.
Mar 14, 2025 13:02
Roscommon Post Office building set to close it's doors today
The landmark building in Roscommon Town will be put on the market once it ceases operations.
Mar 14, 2025 13:01
Local MEP warns of potential impact to Ireland's food industry in coming weeks
There's a fear US President Donald Trump will target Ireland's agri-food industry with tariffs.
Mar 14, 2025 11:33
Local conservation group describe anger over Mote Park tree felling
The group has called for a meeting today with ESB representatives before anymore work is carried out.
Mar 14, 2025 08:46
Large crowds expected at Ballaghaderreen protest on Sunday
The Council has confirmed the works will result in the loss of around 47 parking spaces in the town centre.
Mar 14, 2025 07:50
Local students take part in seminar aimed at introducing women to politics
The event was part of a roadshow series hosted by Roscommon County Council and See Her Elected across the county.
Mar 13, 2025 17:10
Two elderly blind brothers still without phone line weeks on from Storm Éowyn
93-year-old Seamus and 91-year-old John live together in Elphin.
Mar 13, 2025 17:03
An Bord Pleanála give green light to new Hotel on outskirts of Athlone
The development will see the construction of 192 bedrooms, as well as a lounge, bar, restaurant, dining room, spa, conference and meeting room facilities.
Mar 13, 2025 16:25
Local political analyst gives reaction to Taoiseach's meeting in White House
When discussing the Ukraine/Russia peace negotiations, Micheál Martin compared it to the peace process in Ireland in the 90s and those who drove it.
Mar 13, 2025 13:43
Longford Cllr calls for maintenance programme for walkways throughout county
Fianna Fáil Cllr Sean Mimnagh brought forward a motion to yesterdays Longford County Council meeting.
Mar 13, 2025 13:34Shannonside Newsletter
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