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Labour Court urged to intervene in ambulance dispute
Over 2,000 members took to the picket line nationally over pay and grading.
May 13, 2026 17:20
Over 50 patients waiting for a bed at local hospitals
That's according to the latest figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
May 13, 2026 13:11
Damning HIQA report for Roscommon nursing home
The centre provides care for male and female residents requiring long-term, respite, convalescent and dementia care.
May 13, 2026 13:08
Major development planned for Ballinasloe
Galway County Council is due to decide on the application in mid June.
May 13, 2026 13:02
€100 rise to littering and dog fouling fines
The move is aimed at deterring littering and illegal dumping, and the minister will encourage local authorities to improve enforcement.
May 13, 2026 13:01
Brazilian beef to be blocked from EU markets
The European Commission made the announcement due to the country's use of antibiotics in animals.
May 13, 2026 12:58
Co. Leitrim school gets green light for new astro-turf pitch
Leitrim County planners gave the project the green light with 8 conditions attached.
May 13, 2026 08:13
Almost 70 fatal road crashes locally between 2016 and 2024
That's part of the findings in the Road Safety's Authority interactive map.
May 13, 2026 07:20
HSE confirms occupational therapist has commenced employment at Longford Primary Care Centre
Local TD Micheál Carrigy welcomed the news, saying it will be a 'positive development' for patients and families who have been experiencing 'long waiting lists and service delays.'
May 12, 2026 18:11
Councillor says new wind farm will 'impact' South Roscommon residents
EDF Renewables have applied to Roscommon County Council to construct four turbines at Carrowkeel.
May 12, 2026 17:53
Hopes application for Shannon Blueway extension will be lodged by end of 2026
Project officials are continuing engagement with landowners and valuation specialists to advance voluntary land acquisition agreements.
May 12, 2026 17:49
Government urged to intervene in ambulance strikes
Action is taking place in Athlone, Carrick-on-Shannon, Roscommon and Longford.
May 12, 2026 17:41
60 patients on trolleys at local hospitals
That's according to the latest figures from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
May 12, 2026 13:24
Local minister encouraging people to book summer holidays to Ireland
May 12, 2026 13:17Shannonside Newsletter
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