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HSE CEO reiterates apology to family of Bryonny Sainsbury
On Wednesday, the HSE and Health Minister issued a joint public apology into the death of Bryonny which took place in 2021.
Mar 12, 2026 13:06
Status yellow snow and ice warning issued for Co. Leitrim
Met Éireann is warning showers may fall as sleet or snow with some accumulations possible on high ground.
Mar 12, 2026 11:14
Green light for battery-energy storage system in Longford
One objector claimed the plant could cause death or a serious injury.
Mar 12, 2026 08:46
Roscommon council delegation flies to US for Patrick's Day events
Their first engagement is the Newark St Patrick's Day Parade tomorrow.
Mar 12, 2026 08:13
Shannonside region under rain and wind warnings today
Flooding, poor visibility and difficulty driving conditions are possible.
Mar 12, 2026 07:23
Over 1,900 patients left Sligo's A&E last year without finishing their treatment
Over 48,000 patients went to the hospital's ED in 2025 - and 4 per cent did not wait to finish their treatment.
Mar 12, 2026 07:16
Urgent appeal for missing girl who may be in Edgeworthstown
Mea Strujic, 15, was last seen over a week ago, on Tuesday, March 10, at approximately 8pm.
Mar 11, 2026 20:36
Minister highlights failures occurred in treatment of Bryonny Sainsbury
An inquest in 2024 heard some advice from Beaumont Hospital was not followed at Mullingar Hospital.
Mar 11, 2026 16:48
Local region issued with wind warning
The alert will be in operation until 6pm tomorrow.
Mar 11, 2026 16:44
Lack of childcare places for refugee children
Children are going to primary school early, and some parents can't engage in English classes and education.
Mar 11, 2026 16:43
Minister and HSE issue formal apology to family following Bryonny Sainsbury's death
During a recent meeting with the Sainsbury family, the Minister and the HSE CEO heard first-hand accounts of the profound trauma endured by the family.
Mar 11, 2026 16:38
Former mayor of US city visits Roscommon council HQ
Downey was founded by Taughmaconnell native John Gately Downey in 1873, and is twinned with Co Roscommon.
Mar 11, 2026 13:50
First-time buyers face 71-year wait for new home in Ballinamore
It's 58 years in Carrick-on-Shannon, 62 years in Granard, 74 years in Boyle, and 116 years in Roscommon town.
Mar 11, 2026 13:44
Concern among Leitrim refugees about possible far-right protests
Some refugee children are increasingly going to primary school at a younger developmental stage because they can't get childcare.
Mar 11, 2026 13:38Shannonside Newsletter
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