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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 17:33
LISTEN: Garda Commissioner pays tribute to 'fallen heroes' as he unveils monument in Ballinamore
Private Patrick Kelly and Garda Recruit Gary Sheehan were shot dead by the IRA in Drumcornan Wood, this day 41 years ago.
Dec 16, 2024 15:14
Staff at St. Christopher's in Longford to vote on new pay proposals
The Fórsa trade union, which represents staff, says it will strongly recommend that these proposals are accepted by members.
Dec 16, 2024 13:38
Construction of new hotel in Athlone appealed to An Bord Pleanála
The proposed height of the hotel has also caused worry among residents about privacy in the nearby dwellings.
Dec 16, 2024 13:29
Hundreds attend special tribute to two men killed during Don Tidey kidnap
Private Patrick Kelly and Garda Recruit Gary Sheehan were shot dead by the IRA, this day 41 years ago in Drumcornan Wood.
Dec 16, 2024 13:20
'Totally inadequate' interim solutions proposed for lack of parking at RUH
Councillor Gareth Scahill raised the issue with the HSE West Regional Health Forum.
Dec 16, 2024 13:12
Son of private shot during Don Tidey search says memorial in Ballinamore means 'so much' to family
A monument in honour of the men will then be unveiled at Ballinamore Garda Station.
Dec 16, 2024 13:03
Gardaí investigations underway following assault in Ballaghaderreen
Gardaí are continuing to investigate the incident and anyone with further information is asked to come forward.
Dec 16, 2024 10:39
Funeral for Ballinasloe woman who died after alleged assault takes place today
It's on in St Michael's Church in the east Galway town at 12 noon, with cremation afterwards in Shannon Crematorium.
Dec 16, 2024 07:45
Athlone councillor Aengus O'Rourke to contest Seanad elections next month
He has received two nominations from so-called ‘outside’ bodies, ahead of tomorrow’s deadline.
Dec 16, 2024 07:41
Garda Commissioner to unveil monument to Don Tidey kidnap victims in Ballinamore today
The monument will be unveiled at Ballinamore Garda Station, after a remembrance ceremony in St Patrick's Church nearby at 11.30am.
Dec 16, 2024 07:25
'Somebody will have to answer' for his death - brother of Rooskey man Liam Farrell
Liam, 87, was found dead at the back of his house in Rooskey in January 2020.
Dec 16, 2024 06:04
Decision due next week on potential development at South Roscommon GAA club
St Dominic's GAA in Knockcroghery are seeking to construct a new pitch, athletics track, spectator stand, and biodiversity and sensory garden.
Dec 15, 2024 14:35
Councillors call for urgent safety measures at Roscommon junction after yet another RTC
Seven collisions have occurred at the junction over the last six months including one this morning, with no injuries reported.
Dec 15, 2024 13:27Shannonside Newsletter
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