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Three local councillors backing Heather Humphreys to succeed Leo Varadkar
UPDATE: Local Fine Gael TD's Frank Feighan and Peter Burke have confirmed to Shannonside FM News this morning, that they will support Simon Harris, should he allow his name go forward in the leadership race.
Mar 21, 2024 07:27
Local political reaction continues to Taoiseach's shock resignation
Opposition TDs and parties are calling for a general election.
Mar 20, 2024 18:03
Carrick on Shannon congestion a major part of bypass support
It's hoped the road will be complete by 2030.
Mar 20, 2024 17:56
Local Fine Gael TD opts out of elections over increasing toxicity in politics
The Galway native said the public scrutiny of politicians has gone beyond the norm and his own family has suffered.
Mar 20, 2024 14:03
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 13:19Shannonside Newsletter
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