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Almost 1,100 waiting over six months for treatment at Roscommon Hospital
And the National Treatment Purchase Fund says 241 adults are waiting at least six months for inpatient care.
Jan 14, 2025 08:20
Man accused of arson in Longford Town to appear in court this morning
Guo Zhong Chen, of 9 Belvedere Terrace, Mullingar will make his first appearance at Longford Circuit Criminal Court today, following numerous appearances in Longford District Court.
Jan 14, 2025 07:41
PODCAST: OPW Minister on the timelines for the flood-relief works in south Roscommon
An Bord Pleanála gave the project planning permission on Friday - in a major boost to the flooded area.
Jan 13, 2025 23:07
Longford Fire Service tackle car fire in residential estate
Jan 13, 2025 18:56
'I'm utterly heartbroken' - tributes continue to founding member of Roscommon choir
Bernie Condron died unexpectedly at her home in Cloverhill, Roscommon.
Jan 13, 2025 18:23
Roscommon councillor praises council for trying to resolve flooding crisis
It comes as An Bord Pleanála granted conditional planning permission for a temporary flood relief scheme last Friday.
Jan 13, 2025 18:07
Leitrim Cathaoirleach calls for action over storm-related power outages
He has called on Leitrim County Council to contact all forestry owners following Storm Darragh.
Jan 13, 2025 18:06
Leitrim house prices to rise by 10pc this year, report predicts
New figures suggest a lack of supply will push prices up in 2025.
Jan 13, 2025 17:55
Roscommon Gardaí stop uninsured and untaxed teen on tractor
The 15 year old was stopped by Gardaí following a call from a member of the public.
Jan 13, 2025 16:31
Calls for commuter train service between Longford and Sligo
Fianna Fáil councillor Sean McGowan brought forward a motion to today's Leitrim County Council meeting.
Jan 13, 2025 14:32
Local TD tipped for Cabinet position in new Government
Talks between Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and Independents are continuing today.
Jan 13, 2025 13:52
MEP wants 'root and branch inquiry' into death of Leitrim man in 2020
87-year-old Liam Farrell was found dead at the back of his house in Rooskey five years ago.
Jan 13, 2025 13:38
Minister hopes to have Lough Funshinagh scheme in place by April
It will see water removed from the south Roscommon turlough by a temporary pipeline.
Jan 13, 2025 13:26
Close to 2,500 patients waiting over a year for treatment at Sligo University Hospital
Almost 2,100 are waiting for their first outpatient appointment - including 175 children.
Jan 13, 2025 13:20Shannonside Newsletter
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