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€30 million waterfront park would boost tourism, says local councillor
He was speaking following the second and final public consultation on the project.
Apr 23, 2026 17:32
Girl in critical condition after Westmeath crash
It happened at Clonmellon on Wednesday evening, shortly before 7.30pm.
Apr 23, 2026 15:02
CSO report highlights remote living
The Central Statistics Office's report examines social and economic characteristics of life in Ireland across urban and rural areas.
Apr 23, 2026 13:08
Local farmers facing impacts of fuel crisis
Earlier this month, a package of measures on fuel costs and to support the transport and farming sectors was announced.
Apr 23, 2026 13:07
Calls for greater Garda visibility in Longford
A number of issues have been raised locally about the rise of anti-social behaviour in the county.
Apr 23, 2026 13:05
Blow for Carrick as store enters liquidation
The company, which opened its first store in 2009, made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday.
Apr 23, 2026 13:00
Over 300 attend reinterment of Liam Farrell
A guard of honour was formed at Bornacoola this morning as a mark of respect and support for the family.
Apr 23, 2026 12:56
Investigations continuing into incident of criminal damage in Co. Longford
Gardaí were alerted to the incident at around 9.30pm last Saturday, April 18th following reports that two cars had been damaged outside a house in Granard.
Apr 23, 2026 12:40
Born clothing announce closure of Carrick and Athlone stores
The company, which opened its first store in Newtownsmith in Galway in 2009, made the announcement in an Instagram post yesterday.
Apr 23, 2026 08:55
Leitrim man Liam Farrell's body to be reburied later this morning
Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly ordered a cold case investigation into his death last September.
Apr 23, 2026 07:26
Planning granted for new community and tourism hub in Leitrim village
Leitrim Village Development Committee lodged the plans with county planners last December.
Apr 23, 2026 07:22
New Garda figures show burglary levels remain low locally
Launched in 2015, the aim of Operation Thor is to tackle the traditional rise in burglaries during the darker winter months.
Apr 22, 2026 17:33
Tributes paid to Roscommon man described as 'true pioneer' of New York GAA
Athleague man Terry Connaughton, who also ran a successful restaurant business in The Bronx, passed away on Tuesday.
Apr 22, 2026 17:30
Calls for forestry companies to help fund repair of roads in south Leitrim
It's felt the damage has been caused by heavy haulage vehicles carrying out forestry work locally.
Apr 22, 2026 17:13Shannonside Newsletter
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