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'More choice needed' as third of local parents prefer multi-denominational education
This means local counties are among the top areas of the country where parents expressed a strong preference for their school's ethos to remain denominational.
Apr 13, 2026 13:45
Local MEP takes aim at Taoiseach over 'poor leadership'
The Midlands MEP said blockades would have ended sooner had Micheál Martin opened dialogue with those organising them.
Apr 13, 2026 13:39
Disruption at local schools as practical exams cancelled for today
The State Examinations Commission announced last night it was deferring the Leaving Cert Music and Junior Cycle Home Economics practicals, which were scheduled for today.
Apr 13, 2026 13:33
New GP to start work in Lanesboro next month
It follows a lengthy process to fill the vacant GP position in the south Longford town.
Apr 13, 2026 13:29
Public consultation tomorrow over permanent south Roscommon flood-relief plan
Roscommon County Council has confirmed the public consultation will take place at the Hodson Bay Hotel.
Apr 13, 2026 13:14
PODCAST: Vehicle protest under way on N4 near Dromod
A number of vehicles are parked in one lane, in a 'standstill' demonstration.
Apr 13, 2026 13:02
Gardaí arrest man in his 30s over two robberies at Mullingar businesses
Gardaí were alerted to a robbery on Castle Street at approximately 4:30pm on Sunday afternoon.
Apr 13, 2026 10:50
LOCAL REACTION TO FUEL CUTS: Roscommon IFA says they aren't enough for farmers
Carrigallen councillor Paddy O'Rourke says the green diesel cut is a disappointment to farmers.
Apr 13, 2026 08:28
Over 250 EV grants awarded in Shannonside region last year
An electric vehicle or EV has an electric motor that is powered by a battery which is charged by an external source of electricity.
Apr 13, 2026 07:21
Petrol and diesel cut by another 10c a litre, in major government announcement
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has just announced the news.
Apr 12, 2026 18:15
PODCAST: Hundreds march in Roscommon to support fuel protests
They marched from the town's livestock mart from 11 o'clock this morning.
Apr 12, 2026 17:00
Traffic delays as major protest ongoing between Carrick and Rooskey
This is causing significant traffic delays in both directions of the road, especially eastbound near Rooskey.
Apr 12, 2026 15:03
Over 1,300 vehicles licensed across Shannonside region last month
The data was revealed in a CSO report recently.
Apr 12, 2026 14:44
PODCAST: Carrick fuel protesters call for urgent action, as around 400 attend peaceful walk
In this podcast, several people said the fuel situation is a serious crisis.
Apr 12, 2026 13:52Shannonside Newsletter
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