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Local councillor announces intention to step away from politics
The politician was first elected in 2004, and is one of the few of sitting elected representatives that has had an uninterrupted tenure in local authority.
Nov 23, 2023 11:20
Average of almost 400 litres of water used in homes across the region
According to Irish Water, over half of people in Ireland still admit to wasting water.
Nov 23, 2023 08:10
Investigations ongoing following two-vehicle RTC in Longford
The incident occurred on the Park Road shortly before 5 pm.
Nov 23, 2023 08:08
Higher Education Minister announces refund of tuition fees to students
It brings the cost down to €2,000 for the second year in a row.
Nov 23, 2023 07:20
Public consultation due to be launched on cigarette laws
Proposals to increase the age limit from 18 to 21 are being put on the table.
Nov 22, 2023 17:11
Positive signs regarding ash die back according to local Tidy Towns group
The Carrick-on-Shannon Ash Tree Conservation Project aims to raise awareness in Counties Leitrim and Roscommon.
Nov 22, 2023 17:05
Gardaí investigating the theft of a vehicle in a local town
The man has been described as middle-aged of strong build with dark hair.
Nov 22, 2023 13:01
Two local students receive scholarships at recent awards event
They were amongst 62 students from across five Irish universities who have been awarded scholarships as part of the women in STEM2D Undergraduate Awards.
Nov 22, 2023 12:35
Appeal lodged against proposed antenna in a Longford village
The plans had been lodged by Cignal Infrastructure Limited and approved by county planners earlier this year.
Nov 22, 2023 11:56
€100,000 announced for two Roscommon walkway projects
Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys said the funding will support the further development of hiking trails and other amenities.
Nov 22, 2023 09:32
Local bridge and lock closed for inspection works
Waterways Ireland says it regrets any inconvenience that this may cause and thanks customers for their co-operation.
Nov 22, 2023 08:57
Doubts remain amongst pub owners regarding extended opening hours
Larry Brennan, Chairman of the Roscommon branch of the Licensed Vintners' Federation, said extended opening hours would make little difference in rural Ireland.
Nov 21, 2023 16:35
Local Men's Sheds welcome new funding announcement
Men's Sheds in the Shannonside region can now apply for grants of up to €3,000 towards running costs.
Nov 21, 2023 16:29
Almost 1,000 private security licences issued locally in 2022
Nationally, over 40,000 licences were issued to individual contractors.
Nov 21, 2023 15:45Shannonside Newsletter
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