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Rally in support of Palestine to take place in Athlone today
The Athlone Palestinian Solidarity Group has teamed up with Kashmir Peace & Solidarity Council Ireland and the Irish Pakistani Community Network to hold the solidarity march this afternoon.
Dec 16, 2023 09:11
DAA submit planning applications aimed at increasing passenger numbers to 40 million
The infrastructure proposals include changing the passenger service area in Terminal 1 and expanding some of the aprons to accommodate extra planes.
Dec 15, 2023 16:56
This week marks 30 years since the Downing Street Declaration
Speaking to Shannonside News Cathy Reynolds said her father Albert, developed a close friendship with former British Prime Minister John Major.
Dec 15, 2023 16:51
Gardaí investigating in Ballinasloe following discharge of firearm
Gardaí say that at approximately 3am this morning a number of shots were discharged at a residential property in Garbally Oaks, Ballinasloe.
Dec 15, 2023 15:30
Local MEP defends Government's response to IPA accomodation
The Government ceased offering beds to all male International Protection Applicants on the 4th of December, citing a severe shortage of bed space.
Dec 15, 2023 13:40
Leitrim County Board chairperson welcomes JP McManus donation
County Boards across Ireland received a donation of €1 million from the Limerick businessman, to be split evenly between GAA, Ladies Football, and Camogie clubs.
Dec 15, 2023 12:50
CSO release local stats on average annual earnings for 2022
The national average earnings for 2022 was €52,053 with the 40-49 year old category taking home the highest average earnings at €59,271.
Dec 15, 2023 12:28
Local authority appeals to dog owners following sheep kill
Five sheep were killed and two had to be put down after an incident in the mid-Longford area in recent days.
Dec 15, 2023 11:25
Pharmaceutical company to sell local facility for €84 million
The proposed sale of the development and manufacturing site is expected to be completed by the middle of next year.
Dec 15, 2023 09:22
Local students promoting Farm Safety through TY Enterprise project
They are also donating 10% of profit made to Embrace Farms which is a charity that provides support to people who have been affected by Farm accidents.
Dec 14, 2023 16:25
Gardaí currently investigating alleged assault in Athlone
A male in his 20s was taken to the Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury.
Dec 14, 2023 16:25
12 people including 8 children taken to hospital after crash in Kilkenny
The truck driver was seriously injured and has been airlifted to Tallaght Hospital in Dublin.
Dec 14, 2023 16:00
Appeal lodged against proposed works at a Longford service station
The service station was granted planning permission by Longford county planners in November for the change of use from retail to retail with ancillary off license use and the relocation of the main entrance door along western elevation.
Dec 14, 2023 13:10
Uisce Éireann currently working to restore normal water supply to customers in Leitrim
Recent power outages at the Carrick-on-Shannon Water Treatment Plant have resulted in customers in the Drumcarra area being affected.
Dec 14, 2023 12:50Shannonside Newsletter
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