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Uisce Éireann issues warning as efforts continue in the aftermath of Storm Darragh
Uisce Éireann continues to tackle water outages across Roscommon in the aftermath of Storm Darragh.
Dec 12, 2024 13:27
Suggestions welcome for future of former Connolly Barracks in Longford
The council are currently seeking expressions of interest to progress the renovation and redevelopment of the site.
Dec 12, 2024 13:08
"Astonishing" that local hospital has no phone coverage in brand new ward
Cllr Alan Harney raised the issue at the most recent Regional Health Forum held last month.
Dec 12, 2024 13:08
Call for measures to be introduced to combat abuse of disabled parking bays
Fianna Fáil councillor David Cassidy raised the motion at the most recent meeting of Longford County Council.
Dec 12, 2024 13:07
Man to face charges over Ballinasloe assault, as woman fights for her life
A woman is in a critical condition in hospital after being found with very serious injuries at a house in Ballinasloe on Monday night.
Dec 12, 2024 09:59
Free hot meals for Shannonside customers hit by lengthy power outages
The dinners are available in the Leitrim Inn in Leitrim village, Longford Arms Hotel, and the Coach House Hotel in Ballymote, from 12 noon today.
Dec 12, 2024 09:20
Carrick Chamber calls for U-turn on post office relocation
It's due to move from St George's Terrace to Glancy's Supervalu in Cortober in the new year.
Dec 12, 2024 08:20
Patients highly complimentary of care in local hospitals
The 2024 National Inpatient Experience Survey asked patients to rate their overall hospital experience on a scale from 0 to 10.
Dec 12, 2024 08:17
Main entrance to Mote Park in Roscommon closed after Storm Darragh
Coillte have advised that the entry road into Mote Park from the N61 at Ballymurray is inaccessible as crews work to clear debris.
Dec 12, 2024 08:12
Over 1,100 Shannonside customers still without power - over five days after Storm Darragh
That includes 358 in Roscommon and 773 in Leitrim, but all power outages are fixed in Longford.
Dec 12, 2024 07:45
Plans lodged for construction of EV charging infrastructure in Longford
The development will consist of 12 charging bays with Tesla charging units and three Tesla superchargers.
Dec 11, 2024 17:37
Women in critical condition following Ballinasloe assault
The incident took place on Monday evening at a residence in the town.
Dec 11, 2024 14:00
Sligo-Leitrim TDs urged to intervene in Carrick post office controversy
Fianna Fáil councillor Paddy Farrell brought forward a motion to Monday's Carrick MD meeting seeking support to call on An Post to reverse the decision.
Dec 11, 2024 13:58
Dog-fouling affecting wheelchair-users in Co Leitrim, claims councillor
Drumshanbo councillor Brendan Barry says it's a problem throughout the county and is a big inconvenience for wheelchair-users in particular.
Dec 11, 2024 13:50Shannonside Newsletter
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