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Local candidates in the running as counting in Seanad elections commences
Micheal McDowell has become the first candidate to be elected to the new Seanad after being re-elected to the NUI panel last night.
Jan 30, 2025 09:22
Local TD offered Leas-Cathaoirleach role following Ministerial disappointment
Frank Feighan expressed his disappointment at not being named as one of the 19 Junior Ministers named by the new Government yesterday.
Jan 30, 2025 08:57
Thousands into their seventh day without power in the Shannonside region
The ESB says it has restored electricity to 660-thousand homes since Storm Éowyn but the west and northwest remains badly affected.
Jan 30, 2025 08:46
Leitrim Councillor calls for army to be deployed to help clear fallen forestry
Councillor Maeve Reynolds believes that the ESB are having to spend too much time clearing trees and should be helped by the Defence Forces.
Jan 29, 2025 17:32
Robert Troy returns to the junior ministerial ranks
The Fianna Fail TD - who stepped down in 2022 after failing to declare property interests - is to be appointed in the Department of Finance.
Jan 29, 2025 16:13
Longford business reopens after being severely damaged by Storm Éowyn
Owner Laura Shaw says that due to the fact that the structures are temporary, it's not possible for them to be insured.
Jan 29, 2025 14:48
Planning permission upheld for conversion of former Roscommon cigar factory
An appeal was lodged against the permission last year over a number of concerns such as smell, fire risk and vermin control.
Jan 29, 2025 14:13
Homeowners warned insurance claims could take time following Storm Éowyn
A businessman affected by the Leitrim tornado in 2023 has advised property owners to get a good assessor.
Jan 29, 2025 13:48
Funeral details confirmed for Roscommon man who died after road collision
Mr Bruen, who was in his 80s, was a well-known businessman in Castlerea and a member of a number of local clubs.
Jan 29, 2025 11:11
Sligo-Leitrim TD tipped to miss out on Junior Minister role
Athlone TD Kevin 'Boxer' Moran and Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin are already assured of ministers of state roles.
Jan 29, 2025 09:39
Thousands face into their sixth day without power in the Shannonside region
Meanwhile, An Post says a number of local post offices are back open following Storm Éowyn.
Jan 29, 2025 09:18
Castlerea Cllr says town is like a 'warzone' following recent storm
Fianna Fáil councillor Paschal Fitzmaurice said fallen trees have led to widespread power outages in the area since Friday.
Jan 28, 2025 18:13
LISTEN: Taoiseach visits Co. Roscommon following Storm Éowyn
The Taoiseach spoke to the Media at one of the emergency hubs in Kiltoom, Co. Roscommon earlier.
Jan 28, 2025 18:10
Leitrim councillor slams Uisce Éireann's alternative drinking water supplies
The utility said a small amount of sediment had entered its tanker and apologised to customers.
Jan 28, 2025 15:52Shannonside Newsletter
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