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Irish Patients Association to highlight local concerns about Mullingar Hospital with HSE chief
They expressed disappointment at long waiting times at the department, ranging from 7 to 10 hours per patient.
Jun 20, 2024 13:17
Local sustainable transport strategies playing key role in Bus Eireann's plans
The transport company is aiming for half it's fleet to have zero emissions by the end of the decade.
Jun 20, 2024 13:12
Planning appeal lodged against major Athlone housing development
Marina Quarter Ltd had been given the go ahead for the construction of 177 residential units at Cornamaddy in May of this year.
Jun 20, 2024 13:04
Planning sought for new glamping facilities in Co. Roscommon
Three of the pods will be connected to an existing septic tank, percolation area, and water services.
Jun 20, 2024 13:02
Development plan announced for Lough Key Forest and Activity Park
The tourist attraction in Boyle, Co. Roscommon received close to €1.2m awarded by Fáilte Ireland as part of the EU Just Transition Fund.
Jun 20, 2024 12:56
Impact of Aer Lingus strike action set to worsen
The airline says it will engage with other carriers and partners to try to hire in planes to limit the impact on passengers.
Jun 20, 2024 08:52
Harkin calls on Government to lower VAT rate for hospitality sector
The government says it’s not opposed to the motion, but all tax measures are subject to Budgetary consideration and EU regulations.
Jun 20, 2024 08:31
Barber Paddy Joe looking forward to new Age Friendly Ambassador role
Paddy Joe Burke's role will include promoting the need to be Age Friendly and support the local Age Friendly Programme.
Jun 19, 2024 18:20
Lough Key Forest Park to receive over €1m in funding
The funding will go towards increasing capacity at the park as well as the activities on offer.
Jun 19, 2024 18:01
Local politicians welcome Just Transition funding for Hidden Heartlands
Athlone Castle, Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle, Co. Roscommon, and a new amphitheatre in Lanesboro, Co. Longford will receive funding.
Jun 19, 2024 17:47
Green Party Chair says Nature Restoration Law is good news for farmers
The long-awaited law was passed by the European Parliament at a meeting in Luxembourg yesterday.
Jun 19, 2024 17:22
Longford and Leitrim falling behind e-waste recycling targets
The WEEE's annual report covers the twenty counties in which it operates.
Jun 19, 2024 13:44
Local youth activist calls for fairer pay for younger workers
The National Minimum Wage Acts currently allow for employers to pay a lower wage to workers under the age of 20.
Jun 19, 2024 13:41
Co. Longford school raising funds through Re-Turn Scheme
The school is hoping to fundraise enough money to create a safer, more accessible all-weather astro play space.
Jun 19, 2024 13:38Shannonside Newsletter
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