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Computer outages at local post offices cause issues for customers today
They also say emergency moves are underway to rectify the issue today with the office open again from 9am-1pm tomorrow morning.
Jan 31, 2025 17:24
Eugene Murphy and Aisling Dolan on verge of losing their Seanad seats
The count has revealed the odds are not looking optimistic for Independent Eugene Murphy and Fine Gael's Aisling Dolan.
Jan 31, 2025 16:48
Business owners affected by power outages urged to liaise with local authorities
It comes as thousands in the region are still impacted by the lack of electricity and water caused by Storm Éowyn.
Jan 31, 2025 14:17
Leitrim councillor calls for change regarding forestry
Large parts of the county remains without power due to the damage caused by Storm Éowyn.
Jan 31, 2025 13:58
Local councillor 'shocked and disappointed' over TII's Cloonfad decision
Cllr Paschal Fitzmaurice has repeatedly called for safety measures to be progressed there including crossing points and traffic lights.
Jan 31, 2025 13:55
Power outages and loss of phone coverage continues to impact vulnerable people
Cllr Marty McDermott said a number of people remain without power in rural parts of the county and can't make contact with loved ones.
Jan 31, 2025 13:49
Mother and young children forced to move into caravan following Storm Éowyn
It's not the first time the single mother has had to endure a blackout, with one affecting her home just before Christmas.
Jan 31, 2025 13:37
Former Longford-Westmeath TD misses out on Seanad seat
He will now hoping to be one of 11 Taoiseach nominations which will be revealed next week.
Jan 31, 2025 09:18
Those still without power will be reimbursed for hotel stays, says local TD
Thousands of people are now over a week without power and in some cases water as well.
Jan 31, 2025 09:15
ESB appeals for accommodation for overseas engineers working to restore power
300 international contractors from the UK, Austria, Finland and the Netherlands have arrived in Ireland this week following Storm Éowyn.
Jan 31, 2025 08:11
Woman hospitalised after single-car crash in Castlerea
Gardai and emergency services attended the scene and inquiries are ongoing.
Jan 30, 2025 20:45
Center Parcs reporting business as usual following Storm Éowyn
A statement from the company to Shannonside FM News states that the holiday destination reopened on Tuesday following a brief closure over the weekend.
Jan 30, 2025 17:29
Irish Air Corps deployed to Longford to assist ESB crews
Air Corps helicopters are being used to track power line breaks in hard to reach areas following Friday's heavy winds.
Jan 30, 2025 17:14
People warned to watch out for bogus tradesmen in the wake of Storm
Gardaí say they're also aware of scam texts claiming to be from the ESB and other authorities doing the rounds.
Jan 30, 2025 15:19Shannonside Newsletter
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