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100 people attend public meeting about future of Lough Ree Power Station
Leitrim businessman JJ O'Hara outlined plans for a national fire testing centre among other projects.
Jul 21, 2026 07:22
Drugs and items seized in Midlands operation
109 counterfeit items and tobacco products were also confiscated.
Jul 20, 2026 18:08
Serious safety concerns raised outside county Roscommon national school
52 per cent of parents said they'd witnessed a near miss involving a child at the school.
Jul 20, 2026 18:05
E-scooters to be banned for under 18s
It will also be mandatory for all users to wear helmets and high visibility jackets from August.
Jul 20, 2026 18:03
Plans for a new Lidl Supermarket in South Roscommon refused
A public meeting in support of the development took place last month.
Jul 20, 2026 14:52
Over 30 patients waiting for a bed locally
The INMO's latest trolley watch report has been published.
Jul 20, 2026 13:17
Work starts on new astro turf pitch for county Roscommon school
Jul 20, 2026 13:14
TII taken to task over dangerous Roscommon junction
The N60 Oran Road Realignment Project was only completed in 2020 at a cost of €14 million.
Jul 20, 2026 13:09
N63 between Lanesboro and Longford Town closed for six weeks
The closure will be in effect until Friday, August 28th.
Jul 20, 2026 13:07
Local calls for greater rules and enforcement on e-scooters
Some Ministers have suggested a total ban could be introduced in response to safety concerns.
Jul 20, 2026 13:06
Concerns continue over Lanesborough GP services
Earlier this year, Dr Ali retired after serving the area and Longford town for many years.
Jul 20, 2026 13:02
Mixed results for local insurance costs
New research has been been published today.
Jul 20, 2026 11:20
Work to start today on a new astroturf pitch at a Co. Roscommon school
The school has been involved in a major fundraising drive in recent months as they look to raise around €200,000 for the project.
Jul 20, 2026 08:18
Decisions on plans for Boyle's former Post Office due this week
Aaron Sharkey's proposal includes eight bedrooms, a takeaway coffee facility and other works.
Jul 20, 2026 07:35Shannonside Newsletter
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