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Over 90% of families housing Ukrainians report a positive experience
Those who host Ukrainians can receive the Accommodation Recognition Payment, a tax-free payment of €800 per month.
Feb 8, 2024 07:15
Tánaiste says HSE 'flat out' in efforts to tackle overcrowding
INMO says 710 people were left waiting for beds in hospitals today.
Feb 7, 2024 18:29
John Bruton to be laid to rest this Saturday
The former Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader died yesterday at the age of 76.
Feb 7, 2024 18:21
Longford Councillor announces decision not to contest Local Election
In statement released today, the Independent Councillor says he has become increasingly disillusioned with Irish politics.
Feb 7, 2024 15:00
Costs between €50-€70 for a GP appointment in the Shannonside region
In a report published by the Irish Independent, Roscommon is the most expensive county in the region to arrange a GP appointment with costs ranging between €55 to €70.
Feb 7, 2024 14:00
Minister to meet Roscommon reps over post office
An Post recently announced that the county town postal service will now be run by a contractor and most likely move from its current location on The Square.
Feb 7, 2024 13:16
Region receives over €8 million in Active Travel funding
The funds were confirmed by The Department of Transport today with a total of €8.4 million ring-fenced for 47 local projects.
Feb 7, 2024 13:09
Body found following Athlone rescue operation
Emergency services were called at about 7.30 this morning near The Quay area after reports a man had entered the water.
Feb 7, 2024 12:05
Longford man sentenced to jail over 2021 fatal road crash
Brian McGinnity is remembered as a talented pilot and an extremely intelligent young man.
Feb 7, 2024 10:20
Snow and Ice warning issued for Roscommon and Leitrim tomorrow
Met Éireann has issued a status yellow warning for icy conditions in Connacht, Cavan and Monaghan, with rain turning from sleet to snow between 2am and 6pm tomorrow.
Feb 7, 2024 09:21
Tánaiste says Gardaí will find those responsible for recent arson attacks
There has been an increasing number of fires started at buildings intended for or rumoured to be for asylum seeker accommodation, the most recent in Brittas in Dublin last weekend.
Feb 7, 2024 08:19
Average income needed to purchase a house in the region almost €50,000
The report also shows that the 3 counties in the Shannonside region required the lowest average income to purchase a house, as well as some of the lowest rent prices nationally.
Feb 7, 2024 07:41
Drop in number of Gardaí in Shannonside region
The Sligo/Leitrim Garda division saw the largest decrease with 15 fewer Gardaí staffed in 2023 compared to 2022.
Feb 6, 2024 18:13
Local TD says N4 upgrade must now progress
A substantial grant is expected for the plans to progress through design and environmental stages.
Feb 6, 2024 18:08Shannonside Newsletter
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