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Proposed sports facility given green light in a Leitrim town
The 3G multi-use surface project would also include the extension of an existing playground and construction of a new boundary fence.
Dec 14, 2023 12:33
Local Senator questions FAI over lack of infrastructure
The association appeared before the Oireachtas Sport Committee yesterday to answer why Jonathan Hill's salary breached terms agreed with the Government.
Dec 14, 2023 09:22
Fine Gael politicians serving Shannonside region donate over €7,000 to party in 2022
Figures released today from the Standards in Public Office show that four of our local politicians from the party declared the donations in 2022.
Dec 13, 2023 17:23
Local TD says properties in Leitrim must be addressed rapidly by government
Speaking in the Dáil this morning, Deputy Kenny praised the work of Leitrim County Council and first responders, while also acknowledging the visit of Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to the village on Monday.
Dec 13, 2023 17:19
Longford/Westmeath TD reacts to SIPO investigation results
S.I.P.O says there was no prima facie evidence to support any suggestion that there was a conflict of interest relating to the deputies public statements.
Dec 13, 2023 14:50
Migrant rights CEO criticises Government plans for Ukranian refugees
Stricter rules for newly-arriving Ukrainian refugees are expected to come into force in late January or early February.
Dec 13, 2023 13:04
Over €260,000 worth of drugs seized in Athlone
The drugs were discovered in parcels originating from the Netherlands and Spain and were being sent to areas in Dublin and Kildare.
Dec 13, 2023 12:56
Two local hospitals under significant pressure this morning
Nationally, 670 people are waiting for beds in hospitals around the country this morning.
Dec 13, 2023 10:41
Plans lodged for major upgrade of well known Leitrim Hotel
Also included in the plans are a new restaurant, bar, leisure centre and pool along with spa and treatment rooms.
Dec 13, 2023 08:50
Update: Leitrim man found safe and well following Garda appeal
Dec 13, 2023 08:25
Local TD renews calls for government to recognise long Covid as a prescribed illness
Ireland and Greece are the only countries in the EU that have not yet designated long Covid as an occupational illness.
Dec 12, 2023 16:29
Local council confirm safety works to a partially collapsed building approved
Parts of the building, which was formerly Gannons Shoe Shop, fell onto Main Street in the town.
Dec 12, 2023 16:22
Planning permission sought for temporary library in Ballaghaderreen
The Library at Dillon house will open in the third quarter of next year but locals have stressed that the process has taken too long.
Dec 12, 2023 13:14
People encouraged to participate in local Christmas initiative
Now in its second year, the "Giving Tree" provides people across the region the opportunity to help less fortunate children.
Dec 12, 2023 12:56Shannonside Newsletter
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