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Taoiseach officially calls General Election for November 29th
Simon Harris has been speaking outside Government Buildings in the last few minutes.
Nov 8, 2024 13:43
Leitrim councillor wants HSE to consider Ballinamore ambulance base
It comes after a 73-year-old man in Ballinamore was forced to wait two hours for an ambulance last month.
Nov 8, 2024 13:36
Naughten: Time for 'new generation' of politicians in Roscommon-Galway
The outgoing Roscommon-Galway TD, first elected in 1997, announced his decision not to contest the General Election last year.
Nov 8, 2024 13:28
'The End of an Era'- Local TD departs from Dáil Éireann
Outgoing Sligo-Leitrim TD Marc McSharry says his 22 years as an Oireachtas member was a 'frustrating privilege'.
Nov 8, 2024 13:28
Planning permission sought for Ballymahon walled garden
Robert and Geraldine Stewart have lodged the application for the Walled Garden Complex at Doory Hall.
Nov 8, 2024 11:34
'Open Castlerea Swimming Pool all year,' public meeting hears
Several people said they want to keep the current outdoor pool, which is only open during the summer.
Nov 7, 2024 23:41
Fianna Fáil add Leitrim Cathaoirleach to General Election ticket
Councillor O'Rourke was re-elected to Leitrim County Council earlier this year, topping the poll in the Ballinamore Local Electoral Area.
Nov 7, 2024 18:13
Gardaí investigating attempted break-in at a house in Co. Leitrim
Gardaí are asking homeowners to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to Carrick on Shannon Garda Station.
Nov 7, 2024 17:31
Housing must grow in Co. Leitrim to support new jobs says local councillor
Councillor Paddy O'Rourke has branded today's announcement of 250 new jobs at Freudenberg Medical in Carrick on Shannon as a great day for Leitrim.
Nov 7, 2024 17:05
Fitzmaurice and Independent Ireland tipped to form part of next Government
Local councillor Declan Geraghty will run in the Galway East constituency in the forthcoming General Election.
Nov 7, 2024 16:57
Disability rep says Irish Rail must do more to stamp out anti-social behaviour
Gardaí are patrolling public transport services across the region today, as part of Operation Twin Track.
Nov 7, 2024 13:52
Roscommon driver caught speeding as National Slow Down Day begins
GoSafe checked the speeds of almost 40-thousand vehicles and detected almost 70 travelling in excess of speed limits.
Nov 7, 2024 13:45
The Shannonside region is 'open for business' following jobs announcement
The Medtech company announced the new jobs this morning to be based at their Carrick-On-Shannon factory.
Nov 7, 2024 13:30
'Unstable US White House'- Local MEP congratulates President-elect Trump amid concerns
Maria Walsh says she fears his views and policies could negatively impact women, minority and marginalised groups in society.
Nov 7, 2024 13:19Shannonside Newsletter
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