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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 18:08
Online petition set up against the closure of Roscommon Post Office
An Post recently announced plans that the service will be run by a contractor and most likely move from its current location on the Square.
Feb 6, 2024 14:31
Temporary library to open in Ballaghaderreen
Ballaghaderreen's public library at Dillon House has been closed since 2020 as it awaits refurbishment works.
Feb 6, 2024 13:56
Major step forward for long awaited upgrade on N4 Mullingar to Longford
A substantial grant is expected for the route in this year's TII roads announcement it emerged today.
Feb 6, 2024 13:47
Local hospitals under pressure following busy Bank Holiday weekend
Nationally, there were 683 patients waiting on trolleys with the INMO describing the 'predictable' Bank Holiday surge as 'incredibly dangerous'.
Feb 6, 2024 13:44
Former Taoiseach John Bruton dies aged 76
He died peacefully at the Mater Hospital in Dublin early this morning.
Feb 6, 2024 10:46
New survey shows almost one quarter of 6 year old's have a mobile phone
The survey conducted to mark Safer Internet Day also found 45 per cent of 10 year old's are allowed to use their smartphone unsupervised in their bedrooms.
Feb 6, 2024 08:34
Britain's King Charles diagnosed with Cancer
It's not yet known what type of the disease his diagnosis involves.
Feb 6, 2024 08:18
Barry Cowen takes Fianna Fáil's local nomination for European Elections
It's expected the party will add another candidate to the ticket in the coming months before June's election.
Feb 6, 2024 07:55
Free electrical waste collection day to take place this week in Leitrim
Anything with a plug, battery or cable can be recycled for free on the day.
Feb 5, 2024 12:22
Card compatible parking meters on the way for Longford
Councillor Seamus Butler confirmed to Shannonside Northern Sound this week, that Longford County Council are currently in a joint procurement process for the machines.
Feb 5, 2024 11:08
Foul play not currently suspected following Leitrim body discovery
The body of a man in his 50s was discovered at Liscara yesterday afternoon.
Feb 5, 2024 07:22
Garda investigation launched after body discovered in Leitrim
The local Coroner has been informed and the scene remain sealed for further examination.
Feb 4, 2024 20:09Shannonside Newsletter
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