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N55 reopens following fatal road crash
A motorcyclist, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene and his body removed to Mullingar Regional Hospital for a post-mortem exam.
Oct 10, 2023 16:21
High marks for local residential service following HIQA inspection
Fuchsia Services is located in Roscommon, and is provided by the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland.
Oct 10, 2023 14:58
Sligo and Mullingar Hospitals two of the busiest in the country today
Overall, there are 547 people waiting for beds in hospitals across the country today.
Oct 10, 2023 13:18
Local TD wants Budget 2024 to deliver for rural Ireland
Deputy Naughten said rural Ireland faced challenges such as inflation and the current cost of living. He said the only way to address these issues was through significant investment in infrastructure, local jobs and remote working.
Oct 10, 2023 13:01
Live Blog: Budget 2024
We'll keep you up to date as minister for finance Michael McGrath delivers the 2024 budget
Oct 10, 2023 13:00
Gardaí deployed outside Leinster House ahead of Budget announcement
While it’s not known if there will be any protests outside Leinster House today, the Gardai are not taking any chances.
Oct 10, 2023 12:47
N55 near Athlone remains closed following fatal collision
The deceased - a man in his 50s - was pronounced dead at the scene and his body removed to Mullingar Regional Hospital for a post-mortem exam.
Oct 10, 2023 11:09
Garda Associations accept interim roster avoiding risk of 'Blue Flu'
The GRA President has stated that a more permanent solution will be needed in the future.
Oct 10, 2023 08:54
Final budget 2024 sign off expected from Cabinet this morning
Energy credits will be back again this winter - they'll be worth 450 euro in total.
Oct 10, 2023 07:50
Motorcyclist killed in Westmeath following N55 crash
This marks the sixth death on Irish roads since Friday.
Oct 10, 2023 07:35
LWETB given green light for Templemichael development
The development will consist of a new single-story extension consisting of a two-classroom special needs unit, and a new standalone two-storey gym building.
Oct 9, 2023 17:22
Local councillor calls on public to engage with Waterways Ireland
The initial consultation period has been extended to the 27th of October, having originally been due to close on the 2nd of October.
Oct 9, 2023 17:22
Final decisions being made ahead of Budget
It looks like the government is going to accept the Low Pay Commission's recommendation of a €1.40 increase to the minimum wage - bringing it to €12.70.
Oct 9, 2023 17:22
Local TD says speed limit reductions not enough to make roads safer
Communities in Roscommon, Donegal, Louth and Kerry, and Mayo were plunged into sadness following fatal road traffic collisions.
Oct 9, 2023 13:18Shannonside Newsletter
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