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Group criticises local politicians for failing to attend public meeting in Ballaghaderreen
The public meeting took place following confirmation that planned modular housing for Ukrainian refugees would now not go ahead at a site in Ballaghaderreen.
Apr 24, 2024 16:22
Funding approved for substantial retrofit of Longford Clinic
The busy facility operates from St Joseph's Campus on the Dublin road in the town and caters for a range of services including radiology, dental & orthodontic treatments.
Apr 24, 2024 16:11
Local residents group appeals permission for Athlone telecom mast
Local's claim the site was in ownership of the Willow Park Resident's association and that it did not have permission to proceed.
Apr 24, 2024 13:36
Roscommon grandmother raises concerns about new childcare regulations
The Department of Children has published the draft regulations, which are open for public consultation until May 2nd.
Apr 24, 2024 13:35
Local TDs continue calls in Dail Eireann for Funshinagh flood supports
Yesterday it was confirmed that the Tánaiste will visit the area at the end of May.
Apr 24, 2024 13:30
Planning permission granted for construction of filling station in Longford
The project is proposed to be developed at Saintjohnstown, on the Longford Road in Ballinalee.
Apr 24, 2024 11:23
Over 6,000 cars registered in the region last year
The figures from the CSO show the total number of new and second hand cars that changed hands in 2023.
Apr 24, 2024 07:40
Local TD calls for a change in the means testing for family carers
The Independent TD also said he hopes to have unanimous support from TD's in the Dáil tomorrow morning.
Apr 23, 2024 17:33
Ballaghaderreen Concerned Citizens to hold another public meeting this evening
It comes following recent confirmation from the Department of Integration that 47 modular units proposed for a site in the town would not go ahead.
Apr 23, 2024 17:11
Over €3.4 million of funding announced for road improvements locally
Nationally, €40 million has been allocated from the Department for the improvement of rural roads across the country.
Apr 23, 2024 15:18
Tánaiste's delay in visiting Lough Funshinagh defended
Fianna Fáil Senator Eugene Murphy says work is continuing behind the scenes to find a solutiion
Apr 23, 2024 13:15
Longford's first Pride Parade to take to the streets in June
The chair of Longford Pride, Caroline Lewis, says it's vital that the positive and inclusive messages of Pride are seen in local communities.
Apr 23, 2024 13:05
Teen remains in serious condition following Longford crash
The driver of the car, a man aged in his teens, was seriously injured during the collision.
Apr 23, 2024 13:00
Funding for new classrooms at two Roscommon schools
Under the Additional School Accommodation Scheme, five new rooms will be developed at two national schools in the county.
Apr 23, 2024 12:17Shannonside Newsletter
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