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Local senator calls for progress on speech and language therapist position
Senator Murphy believes it is unacceptable for children with Special Needs to be still on waiting lists.
Jan 24, 2024 17:37
Former Longford Hotel under consideration to house Ukrainian Refugees
The former Hotel has been derelict for a number of years with planning permission granted in 2022 for it's demolition.
Jan 24, 2024 16:08
Broadcasting legend Bryan Dobson to retire from RTE
Most recently he has presented the News at One on RTE Radio One.
Jan 24, 2024 14:22
Roscommon woman celebrated over work rescuing animals from war zones
Sandy Sheerin formed 'Red Shed', an animal welfare organisation focusing on rescue and education.
Jan 24, 2024 14:10
3,000 local residences still facing power outages from Storms Isha and Jocelyn
There are approximately 1,200 people without electricity in each of the three Counties.
Jan 24, 2024 14:03
Improved public transport key in tackling student accommodation crisis-Minister
Cabinet has signed off on changes to the Rent a room scheme, increasing tax free earnings for those letting out a room to €14,000 a year.
Jan 24, 2024 13:31
Over 4,000 IDA supported jobs in the Shannonside region last year
The figures were revealed as part of a parliamentary question by Deputy Cathal Crowe to the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Simon Coveney.
Jan 24, 2024 10:47
High residential vacancy rate recorded in Shannonside region
According to the report, counties in the Shannonside region had some of the highest rates of vacancy nationally.
Jan 24, 2024 09:22
Water restrictions to be introduced overnight following Storm Isha disruptions
The restrictions cover Castlerea, Drumshanbo, Ballinamore, Mohill and Carrigallen.
Jan 23, 2024 17:46
Storm Jocelyn set to complicate local power restoration efforts
People are urged to drive with care, with warnings that trees or power lines already weakened by Storm Isha could be blown down by Jocelyn.
Jan 23, 2024 17:34
Tributes paid to Longford man killed in Storm Isha road crash
Jimmy Rowe will be laid to rest on Friday afternoon following funeral mass at noon in St. Matthews Church, Ballymahon.
Jan 23, 2024 17:24
Hopes for Ballaghaderreen pool to open by Spring
The new development will include a skateboard park and children's play area on site.
Jan 23, 2024 17:05
Planning application withdrawn for controversial Boyle hostel
The developer had planned to transform the property into hostel accommodation for up to 40 people.
Jan 23, 2024 13:37
Leitrim & Longford record lowest number of constructed buildings
At the end of last year, 22,777 buildings were under construction in Ireland according to new data.
Jan 23, 2024 13:36Shannonside Newsletter
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