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Local TD keen on future ministerial role
It was previously mooted that the Fianna Fáil representative would be considered for two vacancies which recently arose.
May 29, 2026 13:17
Boyle braced for economic boost
The Night and Day Festival starts in Lough Key Forest Park today and runs until Sunday.
May 29, 2026 13:14
Funding worth €6 million approved to The Showgrounds in Sligo
The plans, will see the club's home ground, The Showgrounds transformed into UEFA Category C venue with over 6,000 seats.
May 29, 2026 13:13
Work to start on Roscommon GAA centre later this year
The centre will include a sports pavilion, high-performance gym, training pitches, and a dedicated training area.
May 29, 2026 13:07
Local senator calls for garda management to apologise to Longford inspector
35-year-old Edward 'Blondie' Stokes was jailed last week for a dog attack on Inspector Tom Quinn in Ferriskill, Granard, in 2018.
May 29, 2026 13:02
Seán Mulryan's Freedom of Roscommon 'a fitting honour'
Mr Mulryan, a native of Oran will receive the honour at a special event at Áras an Chontae next Tuesday.
May 29, 2026 10:56
Much-loved Cavan priest to be laid to rest today
Fr Anthony J Fagan passed away on Tuesday at Cavan General Hospital.
May 29, 2026 07:54
FTD Brothers' fundraiser passes €2m milestone
They raised almost €2.1 million for the FTD Brothers Foundation and the Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland.
May 29, 2026 07:44
'Game-changer' - €10m funding boost for Roscommon GAA Centre of Excellence
It has been allocated by the Department of Justice - with a further €5.5 million announced for the project in 2024.
May 29, 2026 07:38
Thousands of people to attend two local music festivals
Cowboys and Heroes is taking place in Ballinamore, while the Night and Day Festival is at Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle.
May 29, 2026 07:20
FTD Brothers complete their 33 marathon challenge in Dublin
There were thousands of supporters at the finish in Dublin city this afternoon.
May 28, 2026 17:55
Turkish group completes takeover of major local employer
Cimsa bought a 94.7 per cent stake in the company in August 2024.
May 28, 2026 17:41
Train services suspended between Athlone and Westport
Rail operators say major delays are expected until further notice.
May 28, 2026 17:38
Councillor who once called for demolition of Longford building welcomes its sale
It followed a proposal to sell the building to a property developer who planned on using it for social media.
May 28, 2026 17:36Shannonside Newsletter
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