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Local power outage due to damage caused by third-party machinery
In a statement to Shannonside News, ESB Networks says no injuries were reported following the incident.
Aug 1, 2024 17:43
Carrick Gardaí appeal for information on suspicious vehicle
They say the occupants of the vehicle have been offering services such as painting and tarmac works.
Aug 1, 2024 17:35
Family of tragic Longford woman call on HSE to apologise
Bryonny Sainsbury passed away in August 2021, days after she was injured by her horse in Longford.
Aug 1, 2024 17:30
Local Green Party representative says All-Island rail project a priority for party
The All Island Strategic Railway Review report was released this week and sets out 32 strategic recommendations to enhance and expand the rail system in Ireland and Northern Ireland up to 2050.
Aug 1, 2024 13:58
Three men lose appeal against conviction for their part in vigilante attack in Strokestown almost 6 years ago
The Court of Appeal heard they committed 'the most barbaric of violations of human rights', as their convictions were upheld.
Aug 1, 2024 13:54
Longford's new look Lidl store set to open next week
Longford Ladies Gaelic Football Captain Caoimhe McCormack alongside Vice-Captain Niamh Brady will cut the ribbon on Thursday the 8th of August.
Aug 1, 2024 13:50
National Learning Network in Longford town set to reopen next Wednesday
It provided training for around 50 people, with disabilities or mental health issues, in Grafton Court.
Aug 1, 2024 13:40
An Bord Pleanála uphold refusal of new Monksland supermarket
The plans included the construction of a single storey supermarket with an ancillary off-licence sales area.
Aug 1, 2024 13:09
Aoife O'Rourke's Olympics comes to an end following split decision
Supporters in her hometown were deeply disappointed for the Castlerea woman and frustrated by the manner of her defeat.
Aug 1, 2024 07:22
MRI services at Mullingar Hospital hits unexpected roadblock
Hospital management informed staff that the MRI Unit would close its doors this week despite HSE approval for the recruitment of staff to operate the service.
Aug 1, 2024 07:17
Business suffered around €80,000 in damage in Longford fire - and isn't covered by insurance
Black Pearl Tattoo, Piercing and Beauty was destroyed in Sunday’s blaze, which affected 12 other businesses.
Jul 31, 2024 22:50
Government refuse to commit to providing financial aid to victims of Longford fire
Over 60 staff are out of work, 13 businesses have closed, and several million euro worth of damage was caused.
Jul 31, 2024 18:28
New holiday park to open in County Roscommon next month
Lynders Holiday Park will be situated along the River Shannon in Rooskey in the north of the county.
Jul 31, 2024 18:28
Man jailed for nine years for raping his niece in Co Roscommon
The Central Criminal Court previously heard that local gardai became suspicious after spotting the man's car parked in an unlit location in Co Roscommon on a date in November 2017.
Jul 31, 2024 17:26Shannonside Newsletter
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