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Longford equine rescue hosts regional vet training session
The recent rescue of three donkeys from lands near Drumkeeran in Leitrim has led to the hosting of the training.
Aug 15, 2024 17:24
Over 800 homes sold throughout the Shannonside region this year
New figures from the CSO have revealed the number of homes, the types of buyer and the average cost of homes bought and sold locally.
Aug 15, 2024 13:34
Closure of army barracks decreases Irish Army numbers, says retired Defence Forces general
An article by the Irish Examiner this week states that for the first time in living memory, the strength of the Irish army has fallen below 6,000.
Aug 15, 2024 13:18
Local animal recuse fundraising impacted in aftermath of Longford fire
Hungry Horse Outside operates across the country from its headquarters in Longford.
Aug 15, 2024 13:16
Roscommon business was forced to temporarily shut over food safety issues
The Food Safety Authority say filthy premises, unsafe food storage, and inadequate pest control demonstrate "a total disregard for food safety requirements."
Aug 15, 2024 13:00
Over 500 homes could be developed on 12 Carrick sites, audit finds
A report has revealed they are located on both the Roscommon and Leitrim sides of the growing town.
Aug 15, 2024 12:04
Need for more Gardaí in the Roscommon Garda District - Naughten
It's after two burglaries of businesses in Knockcroghery and Roscommon town on Tuesday morning.
Aug 15, 2024 10:25
Roscommon man and Rose of Tralee CEO to miss festival due to heart surgery
The Irish Examiner reports the Scramogue man was taken to hospital in recent years.
Aug 15, 2024 07:43
New hopes for university building and community centre in Carrick
The councils are also promising to support the development of a much-needed community centre, or town hall, in the town.
Aug 15, 2024 07:20
Over 1,500 people seek help from Roscommon mental health organisation in a year
A recent meeting of HSE management noted the amount of students seeking help from the service - saying this 'highlighted the struggles that are out there'.
Aug 15, 2024 07:16
Tributes paid to Ballaghaderreen businessman following his untimely death
His funeral will take place in St Nathy’s Cathedral in Ballaghaderreen on Saturday at 12 noon, with burial afterwards in Kilcolman cemetery.
Aug 14, 2024 23:10
Local female entrepreneurs encouraged to sign up to business initiative
The ACORNS programme supports early-stage female entrepreneurs living in rural Ireland.
Aug 14, 2024 17:08
Global Rossie Day set to take centre stage next month
The Council say, since the pandemic, there's been an increase in people moving to the area, mainly because of remote working hubs.
Aug 14, 2024 17:04
Family's relief as missing dog found safe...33km from home!
Sheppy, who was microchipped, was then reunited with his family by Leitrim Animal Welfare.
Aug 14, 2024 14:42Shannonside Newsletter
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