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Taoiseach says he hopes to meet Tori Towey
She was initially detained in Dubai, but the travel ban was lifted and the charges were dropped after the Irish government intervened.
Jul 12, 2024 16:01
Local TD's give thoughts on when General Election will be called
Political pundits had forecasted an election later this year after the Finance Minister Jack Chambers announced that Budget 2025 had been brought forward to October 1st - a week earlier than planned.
Jul 12, 2024 13:56
Castlerea prison still dealing with overcrowding problems
It's currently operating above its capacity - with 389 inmates in the jail yesterday, compared to the normal limit of 340.
Jul 12, 2024 13:52
Taoiseach says everything should be explored to solve Lough Funshinagh crisis
On a visit to Roscommon yesterday, OPW Minister Kieran O’Donnell also confirmed a temporary measure should go to planning next month.
Jul 12, 2024 13:42
Local MEP reveals he's been receiving abuse online
It was over his Independent Ireland party joining the Renew Group in the European Parliament, as opposed to the European Conservatives and Reformists.
Jul 12, 2024 13:37
Hundreds attend Nathan Carter prison charity concert
Prisoners weren't allowed to attend, but they can watch a recording on their cell TV channel from today.
Jul 12, 2024 11:49
Sligo ED extremely busy today with close to 40 waiting on beds
University Hospital Limerick is once again the worst affected facility in the country today
Jul 12, 2024 11:25
Ireland to ban XL Bully dog breed in October
It's understood current owners of XL Bully's will be subject to strict new rules from next February.
Jul 12, 2024 09:40
Former Longford hotelier to be sentenced on money laundering charges today
Frank Kilbride of Aughakilmore, Ballinalee in Longford officially plead guilty to three charges under Money Laundering legislation.
Jul 12, 2024 08:48
Permanent planning permission for Lough Funshinagh crisis months away
A temporary measure should also go to planning next month according to the OPW Minister.
Jul 12, 2024 08:15
Nathan Carter performs special concert in Castlerea Prison tonight
The one-of-a-kind concert is to raising vital funds for three charities - the paediatric ward in Sligo University Hospital, Roscommon Youth Services and Mayo Roscommon Hospice.
Jul 11, 2024 18:32
Local Senator slams delays to new school building in Ballinasloe
The school received the go ahead to construct a larger school building with three additional classrooms in September of 2023.
Jul 11, 2024 16:57
Local councillors seek meeting with Education Minister regarding school transport
Independent councillor Mark Casey says school children throughout the county are being omitted from school transport.
Jul 11, 2024 15:13
LISTEN: Tori Towey and her mother interviewed upon homecoming following Dubai detainment
Tori thanked all of those who helped her over the last few days.
Jul 11, 2024 15:10Shannonside Newsletter
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