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Local MEP describes vote against mandatory motorist medical tests as 'Common Sense'
The proposal failed a vote today in the European Parliament.
Feb 28, 2024 15:06
Local research shows link between youth adversity and risk of self harm
Investigations found that girls and non-binary teens are more likely than boys to self-harm, and experience poorer mental health outcomes.
Feb 28, 2024 14:22
Farmers being ignored over EU Nature Restoration says Sinn Fein's Claire Kerrane
The scheme aims to restore 20 per cent of the EU’s land and sea by 2030, and all ecosystems by 2050.
Feb 28, 2024 14:09
Go ahead for new Ballaghaderreen recycling centre
Permission had been sought for the change of use of the former Cigar factory in the Town.
Feb 28, 2024 14:04
Hope contracts for new Sligo Hospital wards to be signed in coming months
The Hospital is consistently one of the most overcrowded in the country according to daily INMO figures.
Feb 28, 2024 11:36
3 arrested after dramatic Garda pursuit in Westmeath
They are due to appear before Athlone District Court later this morning.
Feb 28, 2024 07:56
Man arrested after brandishing knife at the ATU Sligo campus
It's reported he threatened passers-by at the university, before being apprehended by Gardaí at around 2 o'clock this afternoon.
Feb 27, 2024 17:49
Tánaiste to call on HSE to release report into Longford woman's death
Byronny Sainsbury suffered fatal injuries following an incident with a horse in August 2021
Feb 27, 2024 17:19
Over 300 work permits issued in Shannonside region last year
Roscommon had the highest amount of work permits issued in the region last year with 138. Longford was close behind with 120 permits issued whilst Leitrim had the lowest in 2023 with 54.
Feb 27, 2024 15:15
Edgeworthstown found to have country's highest commercial vacancy rate
Boyle in Roscommon has also been recorded as having one of the highest rates.
Feb 27, 2024 15:08
Local Supervalu wins store of the year in national awards
There are over 200 Supervalu locations nationwide with 20 put forward to the finals of the awards.
Feb 27, 2024 14:38
Green light for Aldi to open North Longford store
ALDI want to construct a single storey foodstore, including off-license, with a gross floor area of 1,832 metres squared.
Feb 27, 2024 10:27
Major changes on the cards for school transport schemes
Many parents have struggled to try get their child a place on the bus to and from school.
Feb 27, 2024 08:46
Gardaí forced to abandon N4 chase as suspect flees on wrong side of road
It's now been confirmed that the vehicle had been stolen in Blanchardstown last Wednesday.
Feb 27, 2024 07:50Shannonside Newsletter
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