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Local MEP calls for government to speed up response to weather emergencies
Speaking in the European Parliament Regional Development Committee meeting in Brussels, the Lanesboro politician says action is needed on a government level
Mar 19, 2026 11:32
Temperatures set to rise today
This spell of sunshine is expected to last until Saturday.
Mar 19, 2026 09:41
Pedestrian hospitalised after being struck by car in Athlone
The incident happened on St. Patrick's Day on the Dublin Road just after 7.30pm.
Mar 19, 2026 08:20
Minister Calleary to launch TidyTowns competition in Carrick
The Leitrim town was named Ireland's Tidiest Town for 2025 as well as Ireland's Tidiest Small Town.
Mar 19, 2026 07:50
Roscommon councillor says more Air BnBs are needed in the county
A local councillor says more Air BnBs would help ease an accommodation crisis in County Roscommon.
Mar 18, 2026 18:07
Taoiseach criticised for not raising Middle East concerns in the White House
A local TD says he should have gone further in his comments to Donal Trump.
Mar 18, 2026 18:03
Two arrested at Athlone Train Station
Officers attended the scene after reports of disorderly behaviour during the 5.32pm service between Dublin and Westport.
Mar 18, 2026 13:48
Locals parades hailed as roaring successes
Mar 18, 2026 13:46
Further celebration of Carrick's TidyTowns success
The 2026 national Tidy Towns competition will be officially launched next Monday.
Mar 18, 2026 13:43
Wide-ranging benefits from Drumshanbo project
When complete, it will transform the former Bank of Ireland building and adjoining vacant properties on Main Street into a modern working hub.
Mar 18, 2026 13:41
Region set for more settled conditions
Counties Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have each seen torrential downpours and weather warnings in recent weeks.
Mar 18, 2026 13:40
Funeral details confirmed for N4 crash victim
A native of Poland, he had been residing in the Cam area of Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford, at the time of the incident.
Mar 18, 2026 13:37
Figures show sharp rise in local property prices
The Central Statistics Office have published their latest figures.
Mar 18, 2026 13:35Shannonside Newsletter
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