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Cllr Des Guckian calls for civil rights group to defend against 'Council neglect'
He made the call as part of his motion to support a number of local authority tenants in the county dealing with mould and damp.
Oct 14, 2024 17:14
Local election candidate 'disappointed' with Minister's stance over N61
Roscommon County Council was recently informed of Eamon Ryan's decision but has vowed to continue its campaign to see works carried out.
Oct 14, 2024 17:04
Two injured following three-vehicle crash in Longford last night
Emergency services attended the scene of the collision on the N55 near Ballymahon at around 8 o'clock yesterday evening.
Oct 14, 2024 16:10
South Roscommon's Emer Kelly pulls out of general election race
She previously didn't rule out joining Michael Fitzmaurice's Independent Ireland party, but now says she will be staying entirely Independent.
Oct 14, 2024 14:48
Leitrim County Council accused of being 'bad landlord' over damp and mold issues
Councillor Des Guckian called for a Mohill couple and their unborn child to be given new accommodation over what he says is a urgent health risk.
Oct 14, 2024 13:53
Leitrim businessman hits out at Government ahead of Dublin rally
The Irish Restaurants Association will lead a protest tomorrow against what they've described as a 'lack of support for the sector'.
Oct 14, 2024 13:53
N61 upgrade delays 'will remove backbone' from Roscommon, says Councillor
Cllr Laurence Fallon claims Transport Infrastructure Ireland now have plans to upgrade the Ballymahon to Sligo route instead.
Oct 14, 2024 13:46
Ballygar GP wants Roscommon Medical Assessment Unit open every day
It's only open from Monday to Friday at the moment, from 9 o'clock in the morning until 5 o'clock in the evening.
Oct 14, 2024 13:42
Planning permission sought for glamping facility in south Roscommon
It would be located in Raghrabeg in Shannonbridge, and would also include reception, bathing and car-parking facilities.
Oct 14, 2024 11:31
Waldron considering election run in Roscommon/East Galway
The Independent recently organised a protest rally against rural crime in Castlerea.
Oct 14, 2024 08:42
Speed limits on some Leitrim roads to be cut following county review
The council proposes to implement this change from November, unless the Department of Transport advises differently.
Oct 14, 2024 07:57
Leitrim Councillor to highlight serious mold concerns in a number of council houses
Councillor Des Guckian states in his motion that this is occurring in a number of houses in both Mohill and Carrick on Shannon.
Oct 14, 2024 07:47
Councillor calls for urgent action to monitor speeding in local estate
Local Fianna Fáil councillor Paddy Farrell says traffic has increased a lot in the area over the past few years.
Oct 13, 2024 15:25
Longford woman named 'Hero of the Year' at national award ceremony
The awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of projects, clubs, and individuals across Ireland.
Oct 13, 2024 12:13Shannonside Newsletter
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