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Man (20s) dies after crash between tractor and quad in Galway
A tractor collided with his quad bike on the R353 in Derrybrien, Gort, at around 1.15pm today.
Apr 28, 2024 21:38
Saoirse McHugh to run in European elections in Midlands-Northwest
Ms McHugh said this weekend: "I've decided to put myself forward as an Independent candidate in the Midlands North West for the European elections on June 7th."
Apr 28, 2024 21:17
Investigations ongoing following two incidents of theft in Dromod
The scene has been preserved for technical examination, and investigations are currently ongoing.
Apr 28, 2024 14:40
Success at launch of 2024 Taste Leitrim Sustainable Food Trail
For 2024, Taste Leitrim has committed to being one of the first food trails in Ireland to highlight its environmentally sustainable ethos.
Apr 28, 2024 12:17
Local Eurovision winner calls for Ireland to boycott this year's contest
It comes as Ireland's entry, Bambie Thug, has confirmed they will be taking part despite many calling for them not to.
Apr 28, 2024 09:14
Aontú leader calls for more government investment in the Midlands
Addressing 400 delegates at the party's Ard Fheis, leader Peader Toibín says the fact four south Dublin TDs were ministers exacerbates imbalanced regional development.
Apr 28, 2024 08:13
Roscommon student selected as finalist in RTÉ playwright competition
The winner will be announced this Monday with the winning being acted out on stage at the Dean Crowe Theatre in Athlone.
Apr 27, 2024 13:13
Longford Ploughing Championships set to take place tomorrow
Originally slated to take place in March, the event was cancelled and rescheduled due to heavy rainfall, only for the rescheduled date to also be rained off.
Apr 27, 2024 11:11
Longford to kick off 2024 Leinster indoor and outdoor events today
The indoor events will be taking place across today with over 60 teams and up to 500 participants arriving to Longford.
Apr 27, 2024 09:27
Investigation launched following bomb-scare at home of Justice Minister
It's understood Gardaí regarded the alert with the 'utmost seriousness'.
Apr 27, 2024 07:49
Local election candidate criticises Ryanair CEO comments on Rwanda policy
Michael O'Leary said that Ryanair would 'happily' fly asylum-seekers from the UK to Rwanda under the new policy.
Apr 26, 2024 17:17
Slight drop in the number of homeless adults in Shannonside region
According to the latest release from the Department of Housing, a total of 42 adults accessed emergency accommodation at the end of March.
Apr 26, 2024 16:58
N4 closed at Junction 14 due to road traffic incident
It's understood it is a multi-vehicle incident.
Apr 26, 2024 13:24
All-Ireland scholarship award for Longford student
Daniela Rana, a former pupil of Mean Scoil Mhuire in Longford, was honoured at the All-Ireland Scholarships Awards Ceremony at the University of Limerick.
Apr 26, 2024 13:21Shannonside Newsletter
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