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Fears Castlerea refugee protest has been hijacked by Far Right
Locals had planned to march on Sunday calling for extra supports ahead of the arrival of International Protection applicants.
May 17, 2024 13:44
Government disavows modular housing for refugees in local village
Up to 18 modular homes were delivered to Coole Village at 4am with HGVs blocking a local road in the area for several hours.
May 17, 2024 13:32
Road reopens following fatal workplace accident
A man in his 60s was working on a closed section of the Athlone road leading into the town when he was struck by a works vehicle after 7 o'clock yesterday evening.
May 17, 2024 07:40
Roscommon farmer fails to have conviction for making false statement overturned
The 52-year-old made a false statement to Gardaí that his cattle were missing when they were actually in his neighbour's shed.
May 17, 2024 07:25
Man in his 60s killed in Ballymahon workplace accident
The Athlone Road entering the town is currently closed and is expected to remain so over night.
May 16, 2024 22:42
Weather warning issued for four local counties
A status yellow thunderstorm alert is currently in place for Cavan, Monaghan, Leitrim and Roscommon.
May 16, 2024 18:20
Search continues for missing Longford man
He's described as being approximately 5 foot 9 inches in height with a slim build, brown/grey hair and blue eyes.
May 16, 2024 17:11
Longford Pride Festival officially launched
The 'Pride Launch' event was held at Longford Library yesterday to kick off the festivities, which will formally begin on the 15th of June.
May 16, 2024 17:04
Protest planned in Castlerea this Sunday called off
The protest which was planned to take place from the Arm Road area of Castlerea has now been suspended by organisers.
May 16, 2024 16:40
Local Gardaí issue scam warning in Longford
They have asked people not to engage unless they are sure the person is reputable.
May 16, 2024 13:36
Local elections candidate calls for better rail infrastructure in Co. Longford
Dave Smyth believes the Dublin to Sligo rail line that runs through the county could be better served with the strategic reopening of certain rail stations.
May 16, 2024 13:34
Gardaí warn election candidates to take safety measures
More than 60% of local councillors say they have experienced threats, intimidation, or harassment between 2021 and 2023.
May 16, 2024 13:23
GoSafe vans could be used to detect dangerous driver behaviour
Sinn Féin's spokesperson on Transport Martin Kenny has called on the Justice Minister to explain why this isn't already the case.
May 16, 2024 12:45
Local Senator calls for primary care centre for Ballaghaderreen
Locals have been criticising the lack of services in recent months following discussions around housing refugees in the town.
May 16, 2024 12:34Shannonside Newsletter
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