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Mayor of Athlone calls for tented refugee development to be returned to greenfield site
Frankie Keena says the use of the site as refugee accommodation would have had wide ranging effects on local development plans.
Dec 17, 2024 17:27
Local TD says he'll prioritise greenways for south Leitrim next term
The first sitting of the new Dáil takes place tomorrow, with Frank Feighan one of twelve Shannonside deputies to take their seats.
Dec 17, 2024 14:11
Former Fianna Fáil TD not giving up on Seanad nomination as deadline looms
The closing date to have a nomination from an outside body is 12 noon tomorrow.
Dec 17, 2024 14:03
Residents disappointed over delays to Lough Funshinagh flood works
Homeowners near to the former turlough expected a temporary pipe to be installed this year to remove water.
Dec 17, 2024 13:55
Local TD to seek meeting with refugee centre owners over expansion plans
Next Week and Company is looking for permission for a two-storey extension to the Abbeyfield Hotel EROC in Ballaghaderreen.
Dec 17, 2024 13:49
State to concede legal challenge to Lissywollen refugee development
The challenge was brought over claims the Minister failed to adequately screen the project for potential environmental impacts.
Dec 17, 2024 13:36
Some homes in Co. Leitrim still dealing with water outages
A Ballinamore resident says the water infrastructure is Third World - as they face a 10th day with no supply.
Dec 17, 2024 13:33
Planning sought for new McDonalds restaurant in Mullingar
A decision is expected to be made by February 2025.
Dec 17, 2024 11:15
Proposal for 51 houses in south Roscommon goes to planning
They're a combination of two and three-bed homes.
Dec 17, 2024 08:08
Isolation now a chronic problem in rural Ireland - Roscommon councillor
Cllr Anthony Waldron says it’s important to check in on people who are living alone.
Dec 17, 2024 07:18
Serious concern in Ballaghaderreen over planned expansion of refugee centre
Next Week and Company is looking for planning permission for a two-storey extension to the Abbeyfield Hotel Eroc Centre.
Dec 16, 2024 21:07
Three jailed for kidnapping and torture of businessman Lunney argue phone record evidence was invasion of privacy
Barristers for Alan Harte (43), Alan O’Brien (43), and Darren Redmond (30) also say that CCTV footage should not have been allowed into evidence, as witnesses were not required to take an oath during the main body of their trial.
Dec 16, 2024 20:07
Leitrim council considering public realm works in local villages
Cllr Sean McGowan brought a motion forward calling on the council to put plans in place.
Dec 16, 2024 17:39
Further calls for extra Gardaí following Ballaghaderreen assault
Gardaí are investigating following reports of an assault that occurred at approximately 4.15 am in the town on Sunday.
Dec 16, 2024 17:33Shannonside Newsletter
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