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Leitrim Cllr raises concerns about introduction of fracking in Ireland
Independent councillor Eddie Mitchell says the government has changed its policy on the importation of fracked gas.
Sep 5, 2024 17:35
OPW Minister says planning application for works in South Roscommon will be lodged "shortly"
They involve a temporary pipeline and pumping solution, to prevent homes around Lough Funshinagh being flooded this winter.
Sep 5, 2024 17:25
High Court hearing for Longford Fire accused postponed until next week
The Chinese national is accused of setting a fire at Oyama Sushi, a business run by the brother of the accused's former business partner on the 28th of July.
Sep 5, 2024 17:22
Longford councillor takes aim at HSE over ophthalmology services
Patients are being forced to travel to Athlone to access eye services due to the ongoing recruitment issues.
Sep 5, 2024 17:11
Bishop of Elphin apologises to victims of historic sexual abuse
In a statement released this afternoon, Bishop Kevin Doran said it would be naive to suggest child abuse wasn't a reality in schools which weren't run by Catholic religious orders.
Sep 5, 2024 16:57
Tenders opened for a new scenic walking and cycling trail in Co. Leitrim
The project is centred around the Narrow-Gauge Railway line which runs along land in Drumshanbo.
Sep 5, 2024 16:51
Vandalism of public toilets in Lanesboro condemned
The popular facility opened a few years ago and was managed by local man Mike Greene until he had to stop volunteering last year.
Sep 5, 2024 13:41
Shannonside region to be hotter than Portugal tomorrow
Met Éireann is forecasting that temperatures could reach as high as 25 degrees in some areas of the region tomorrow.
Sep 5, 2024 13:34
Strokestown playground fundraising campaign raises only €610 in six weeks
The Playground Recovery Fund for Strokestown Playground was set up after the facility was closed due to vandalism last April.
Sep 5, 2024 13:28
South Roscommon councillor Emer Kelly "seriously considering" general election bid - possibly for Independent Ireland
There is speculation Independent Ireland's Michael Fitzmaurice will move to Galway East - leaving a vacancy in Roscommon-Galway.
Sep 5, 2024 13:06
Employers exploiting apprentices as cheap labour, claims Leitrim councillor
Sinn Féin's Brendan Barry says the issue is forcing many people to abandon their chosen career.
Sep 5, 2024 13:01
Government's timeline for flood-relief works in south Roscommon not met
In July, Simon Harris indicated a short-term solution to the Lough Funshinagh crisis would go to planning by the end of August.
Sep 5, 2024 12:55
Climate watchdog trying to put farmers out of business - Longford IFA chairman
It's after the Climate Change Advisory Council called for more incentives to encourage farmers to get into forestry.
Sep 5, 2024 07:38
Longford fire accused to seek bail in High Court today
Guo Zhong Chen, of 9 Belvedere Terrace, Mullingar, is charged with arson in relation to the Grafton Court Fire in Longford Town on the July 28.
Sep 5, 2024 07:20Shannonside Newsletter
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