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Longford couple died of natural causes - not carbon-monoxide poisoning
It had been suspected Paul and Morag Kavanagh, aged in their 70s and 60s respectively, died because of carbon-monoxide poisoning.
Sep 4, 2024 07:18
Civic reception for All-Ireland winning Leitrim footballers
The ladies' side beat Tyrone in the All-Ireland Intermediate Final in Croke Park last month.
Sep 3, 2024 17:13
Fine Gael hopeful backs party to win first Roscommon seat since 2011
The party has faced criticism in the constituency following the closure of Roscommon A&E 13 years ago.
Sep 3, 2024 16:56
Farmers need animal-feed vouchers due to fodder crisis - Farrell
Farmer and Fianna Fáil councillor near Leitrim village, Paddy Farrell, says it's needed due to the extremely wet summer and a severe fodder shortage.
Sep 3, 2024 13:51
Aontú confirm local candidates in upcoming General Election
The party are running a candidate in the Longford Westmeath and Sligo Leitrim constituencies.
Sep 3, 2024 13:40
Castlerea to host one of Ireland's first mental health 'Discovery Colleges'
The facility has been described as a new and innovative approach to youth mental health in Ireland.
Sep 3, 2024 13:34
Strong business interest in former Leitrim MBNA offices according to IDA
The building is now owned by Leitrim County Council and is called Carrick Business Campus.
Sep 3, 2024 13:29
Speech and language assessments 'temporarily paused' in Carrick, council meeting told
That's according to local Fine Gael councillor Maeve Reynolds, who was speaking at a Leitrim County Council meeting yesterday.
Sep 3, 2024 13:24
Man accused of starting Longford fire to seek High Court bail this week
Guo Zhong Chen has been in custody in Castlerea Prison since the 9th of August.
Sep 3, 2024 13:22
Ballinasloe councillor Alan Harney in Fine Gael race in Roscommon-Galway
The recently-elected councillor is one of four names in the race, ahead of the close of nominations later today.
Sep 3, 2024 13:09
Planning upheld for construction of new nursing home in Mullingar
The plans call for the demolition of a shed on the north of the site, the construction of the 90 bed facility and 81 residential units as well as a coffee shop and ESB substation.
Sep 3, 2024 11:23
Leitrim council to have €7.5m overdraft next year
Councillors signed off on it at their meeting yesterday, but concern was expressed by Independent councillor Des Guckian.
Sep 3, 2024 08:19
LISTEN: John Naughten confirms general election bid in Roscommon-Galway
It follows his brother Denis's decision to quit politics, after 27 years in the Dáil as an Independent or Fine Gael TD.
Sep 3, 2024 07:38
Speeding drivers affecting wildlife in Mote Park in Roscommon - conservation group
The park is a popular destination among families and sees many pedestrians every day.
Sep 3, 2024 07:22Shannonside Newsletter
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