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Local TD will not be drawn on Taoiseach's replacement
The Sligo-Leitrim Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan would not be drawn on his own choice, but believes all 6 are strong candidates
Mar 20, 2024 13:42
Shooting of white-tailed eagle condemned by Hunt Saboteurs
A number of the birds were introduced by the National Parks and Wildlife Service from Norway in 2022.
Mar 20, 2024 13:35
Leo Varadkar to step down as Taoiseach
The announcement is expected be made outside Government buildings this afternoon.
Mar 20, 2024 12:08
Proposals for bypass of Carrick-on-Shannon go on public display today
It's hoped the road will be complete by 2030.
Mar 20, 2024 07:29
Post mortem of man attacked with sword in Cork to take place today
Gardaí say the results of today’s post mortem will determine the course of their investigation.
Mar 20, 2024 07:19
Popular Longford coffee house to re-open tomorrow
The café had since moved to an empty unit in the Longford Retail Park at the N4 Axis Centre.
Mar 19, 2024 17:26
Retiring Sinn Féin councillor vows to continue his work for the party
The well-known Ballaghaderreen businessman recently announced his decision to step down as a councillor on health grounds after 20 years.
Mar 19, 2024 17:09
Ballaghaderreen businessman rejects 'dumping ground' claims
The claim was made by former councillor Michael Scally at a public meeting in the town last week.
Mar 19, 2024 13:40
Extension works at Longford Connolly Barracks given the green light
Submissions were made last year, and a decision was expected from county planners by the start of 2024.
Mar 19, 2024 13:33
Sligo double murderer hospitalised following assault in prison
Yousef Palani is currently serving two life sentences for the murders of Aidan Moffit and Michael Snee in Sligo town over a four-day period in April 2022.
Mar 19, 2024 13:19
NPWS appeal for information following shooting of Eagle in Co. Roscommon
Gardaí and the NPWS are currently investigating the incident.
Mar 19, 2024 13:12
Local Fine Gael TD will not contest next election
In a statement, he says following a career spanning 20 years, he has decided to leave politics.
Mar 19, 2024 11:32
Motorist arrested for breaking speed limit in Roscommon area
When stopped, Gardaí discovered they were a novice driver with no N-Plates displayed.
Mar 19, 2024 10:54
Cheltenham winning jockey looking to run in European Elections
Nina Carberry is seeking the nomination to run as a Fine Gael candidate in June's election.
Mar 19, 2024 08:52Shannonside Newsletter
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