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Local cultural event shortlisted for national award
The Longford Lights Festival took place in February at Connolly Barracks, with over 11,000 people attending the show.
Aug 6, 2023 11:52
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann gets underway today
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann takes place in Mullingar from the 6th to 14th of August.
Aug 6, 2023 09:14
Flooding causing significant delays to local rail services
Delays of approximately 60 minutes are expected on the 13:05 and 15:05 Connolly to Sligo.
Aug 5, 2023 12:36
Local hospitals urge caution ahead of bank holiday weekend
Saolta has released a statement to remind the public to stay safe this weekend.
Aug 5, 2023 12:21
Investigations underway following discovery of body in Athlone
The body of a man in his 40's was discovered at the Athlone Marina in the early hours of yesterday morning.
Aug 5, 2023 10:45
Visitor restrictions in place at Sligo Hospital following COVID outbreak
Other wards remain unaffected.
Aug 5, 2023 09:13
Over 12,000 people on local Live Register
Nationally, 195,095 people are currently unemployed in Ireland.
Aug 4, 2023 14:52
Funding secured for long awaited Mohill public realm works
The local councillor is hopeful the works can be progressed as fast as possible.
Aug 4, 2023 14:35
Warning mortgage arrears crisis to hit Shannonside Region
New figures from Geowax show the average price of a home in the Shannonside Northern Sound Region stands at €168,000.
Aug 4, 2023 13:29
Protesters highlight damage caused by Shannon flooding
The protest is being run by the Save our Shannon group who were set up by the communities living along the river who've suffered from flooding over the years.
Aug 4, 2023 13:27
Athlone student chosen as NYCI Local Champion
Local Champions promote young people's participation in society at both a local and national level.
Aug 4, 2023 11:13
Central Bank warns of mortgage arrears crisis as repayments rise
According to Geowax, the median price for a home now is 318 thousand euro.
Aug 4, 2023 09:47
Rain warning issued for the Shannonside Region
The bank holiday weekend will be "mixed" but Sunday is looking like the best for outdoor activities.
Aug 4, 2023 09:19
1.2 million euro top up for Boyle Library project
1.2 million euro was announced for the project on top of the original funding of 4.3 million euro.
Aug 4, 2023 08:24Shannonside Newsletter
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