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PODCAST: Ballaghaderreen crime protest hears children "don't feel safe anymore"
Many speakers called for more gardai to be urgently sent to the town.
Nov 4, 2024 00:32
LISTEN AND WATCH: Massive crowd of at least 430 people attend crime protest in Ballaghaderreen
Hundreds of people gathered at the car park in St Nathy's Cathedral at 5pm before making their way down to the garda station at the other end of town, carrying lighted candles.
Nov 3, 2024 18:24
Two former Roscommon councillors get 'golden handshakes' of around €90,000 each
All the figures are gross amounts, subject to taxation and based on length of service.
Nov 3, 2024 12:31
Longford holiday resort welcomes one millionth guest
The company is a major employer in the Shannonside region with over 1,200 staff currently on its books.
Nov 3, 2024 12:18
Investigation underway following theft of equipment from Longford farm yard
Among the items stolen were a Dublin registered silver Toyota Land Cruiser jeep, a yellow Chieftain double axle plant trailer and a Honda Gator.
Nov 3, 2024 11:08
Two properties damaged as large group converges on Ballaghaderreen in balaclavas
It comes ahead of a crime protest in the west Roscommon town at 5 o'clock this evening, starting at St Nathy's Cathedral car park before making its way down to the garda station at the other end of town.
Nov 3, 2024 08:56
Local councillor says recent assault in Ballaghaderreen is the 'last straw'
Gardaí are investigating reports the teenage boy was attacked in Main Street at around 12.10am on Friday.
Nov 3, 2024 08:31
Independent TD demands full scale Covid-19 inquiry
The Tipperary TD has strongly criticised the government's decision to carry out a non-statutory evaluation of the country's response to the pandemic.
Nov 3, 2024 08:25
Longford pharmacist says social media sets 'unrealistic' sexual expectations
A survey by pharmaceutical company Sanofi found nearly half regularly compare their sexual experiences to what they see online.
Nov 2, 2024 13:19
Longford school raising funds through Re-Turn Scheme close to final target
Parents, families and local businesses are continuing to drop off large amounts of bottles, cans and cartons to the school and other designated drop off spots around the county.
Nov 2, 2024 11:24
Auction to raise funds for development works in Athleague
There will be over 300 lots on offer including furniture, vouchers, fuel, electrical goods and even livestock.
Nov 2, 2024 09:15
Electricity from renewable sources account for over 40% of total demand
Currently the electricity grid can accommodate up to 75% of electricity from renewable sources at any one time.
Nov 2, 2024 08:17
Crime protest in Ballaghaderreen on Sunday after serious assault
The protest is being organised by a group called Ballaghaderreen Concerned Citizens.
Nov 1, 2024 21:54
LISTEN: International ballooning event "an absolute dream" for Boyle
Experts from the US and throughout Europe will take part in the event in Lough Key Forest Park next September.
Nov 1, 2024 17:53Shannonside Newsletter
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