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ESB reports 717 power outages in Longford this morning
It comes as the country remains under a severe weather alert with a Status Yellow warning still in place for counties across the Shannonside region.
Jan 5, 2025 09:22
Local authorities out in force treating snow covered roads
The Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management says it has 160 thousand tons of salt in stock to grit roads.
Jan 5, 2025 07:53
A number of events cancelled across the Shannonside region
It's important to note that local Gardaí are urging motorists across the Shannonside region to take extreme care when driving.
Jan 4, 2025 15:58
Longford mother welcomes one of 2025's first babies
Shaunagh Carberry from Carrickboy, Co. Longford gave birth to a baby girl at Mullingar Regional Hospital at 2:24 a.m.
Jan 4, 2025 14:42
Shelves left bare across Shannonside region ahead of weather warning
There have been reports of bare shelves in a North Longford shop last night as locals prepared for potential disruptions.
Jan 4, 2025 14:34
Leitrim Cllr calls for urgent improvement works on local road
Councillor Enda McGloin has called for the main road from North Leitrim into Drumshanbo to be upgraded by spring.
Jan 4, 2025 11:53
Tributes flow after passing of respected Roscommon funeral director
Described as a "pure gentleman with a generous heart", Tom was a well-respected local figure having served his community for many years.
Jan 4, 2025 10:39
Status yellow weather warning in place across the Shannonside region
After a cold and frosty night, heavy snow is now on the way with a series of weather warnings coming into effect from lunchtime today.
Jan 4, 2025 09:54
Man charged with murdering his mother, whose body was found in south Roscommon
Ms Pap, who had lived and worked in Athlone for several years, was a widow and worked at the Athlone accommodation centre.
Jan 3, 2025 22:29
Over 60 people across the region accessing emergency accommodation last November
The monthly report provided a breakdown of people registered as homeless per county.
Jan 3, 2025 17:50
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Jan 3, 2025 17:24
Longford Seanad candidate highlights importance of local representation
Former Longford-Westmeath TD Joe Flaherty officially received a nomination from Fianna Fáil to stand in this month's election.
Jan 3, 2025 16:24
Man arrested as part of investigation into discovery of woman's body in South Roscommon
He is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at a Garda station in the Meath/Westmeath Division.
Jan 3, 2025 13:58
Longford GP expects number of flu patients to continue to rise
Locally, there were 166 people in hospitals across the Shannonside region with the flu yesterday.
Jan 3, 2025 13:24Shannonside Newsletter
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