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Ireland referred to EU court over peat extraction
Earlier this year, the EPA said this year that illegal large-scale extraction of peat was "widespread".
Jun 4, 2026 15:33
Rise in visitor numbers to Boyle Abbey and other local sites
The Office of Public Works says 13.4 million people visited its heritage sites across the country in 2025.
Jun 4, 2026 15:28
Concern raised over number of older people taking their own lives in Roscommon
New figures show 132 people in the Shannonside region died by suicide over the past 10 years.
Jun 4, 2026 15:23
Action needed to address speeding outside Roscommon schools - Scahill
Gareth Scahill is worried about Threen National School in Castlerea and Ballybay National School in south Roscommon.
Jun 4, 2026 13:31
Opening date set for Castlerea swimming pool
There were 20,000 visitors to the popular amenity in west Roscommon last year.
Jun 4, 2026 13:30
132 local people have taken their own lives over past decade
The vast majority - over 78 per cent - were male, with 103 males and 29 females.
Jun 4, 2026 13:24
Gerry Hagan to become Longford's next first citizen
He'll hold the position for one year and will get an allowance of €20,000.
Jun 4, 2026 13:17
Carrick meeting to discuss Nature Restoration Law
Farmers will hear directly from the National Parks and Wildlife Service on the proposals and their potential impact.
Jun 4, 2026 13:16
Funeral of Harry Crowley hears of his love of sport and farming
Large crowds gathered at St Patrick's Church, Clooneycolgan to pay their respects.
Jun 4, 2026 13:13
Garda body-cams to be rolled out locally
150 million euro is to be spent over the next 15 years.
Jun 4, 2026 13:09
Man arrested in relation to shooting incident in Longford released without charge
A file will now be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Jun 4, 2026 10:47
Man who exposed himself to 5 year old girl at children's party in Co. Roscommon avoids jail
But he's been warned he'll be imprisoned if he steps out of a line during a suspended sentence.
Jun 4, 2026 07:54
Funeral of former Roscommon GAA player takes place today
The Oran footballer was a popular presence in the local GAA circle, having won an under-21 All-Ireland Football Championship title against Kerry in 1978.
Jun 4, 2026 07:14
Children in Longford starting primary school invited to collect free book bag
It's part of the 'My Little Library Book Bag' initiative by Longford County Council which aims to to help children prepare for starting school.
Jun 3, 2026 17:39Shannonside Newsletter
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