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Hopes that former RTE Director General will still appear before Oireachtas committee
Dee Forbes failed to meet with members due to 'health reasons' following her resignation and the subsequent months of controversy surrounding the State Broadcaster.
Oct 4, 2023 17:31
Cross border peace event to be held in Leitrim
The free event is open to everyone and will feature discussions from victims of the troubles and those from state, Republican or Loyalist pasts.
Oct 4, 2023 17:24
Social farming awareness initiative taking place this week
Farms across the country are hosting open days every day this week, aimed at increasing participation in the initiative.
Oct 4, 2023 17:14
Man dies in workplace incident in Westmeath
It happened at a garage in Mullingar this morning.
Oct 4, 2023 16:35
Local TD calls on Government to support business owners
Speaking in the Dáil on Tuesday, Deputy MacSharry said it was widely accepted that the minimum wage increase was vital for workers but that employers shouldn't be made take the brunt of the expense alone.
Oct 4, 2023 15:18
Gardaí renew appeal for information in relation to fatal Leitrim crash
A woman in her 50s who was a passenger in one of the cars was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Oct 4, 2023 13:39
Locally housed refugees to remain in tents in winds under 120kph
There are currently over 100 international protection applicants staying at the former Colum Barracks in Mullingar.
Oct 4, 2023 13:38
Slurry spreading deadline extended
The Department says the decision has been made due to an assessment of evidence.
Oct 4, 2023 12:52
Local Gardaí appeal for witnesses following spate of power tool thefts
Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to contact Roscommon Garda Station.
Oct 4, 2023 12:27
Details emerge on new proposed E-Scooter legislation
Those who break the proposed regulations if approved, will be subject to a Garda fine.
Oct 4, 2023 09:32
Funeral Director under investigation over thefts from homes of deceased
Gardai marked cash to see if they would be taken and they allegedly were.
Oct 4, 2023 08:55
Extension of permission sought for Longford Solar farm
The former demin factory closed in 1999, with the lands subject to a number of planning proposals in the last ten years.
Oct 4, 2023 07:43
An Bord Pleanala to undergo major restructuring
There will also be a new fee for Judicial Reviews being taken against planning decisions which may be covered if the challenger wins the case.
Oct 3, 2023 17:31
Planning sought for new housing in Roscommon
Aidan Kelly has applied for permission to construct the two-storey homes at Barrymore just outside Athlone.
Oct 3, 2023 17:18Shannonside Newsletter
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