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Longford and Carrick on Shannon nominated for best kept town awards
The competition includes a small number of villages and towns in the north and south of the country with the winners announced in June.
Apr 18, 2023 13:42
Athlone Football Club gets permission to improve stadium
County planners have approved the plans with 6 conditions attached.
Apr 18, 2023 13:25
Nearly 400 hectares of land is forestry in the Shannonside region
The CSO data shows 69 hectares broken down into 49 of broadleaf and 23 hectares of coniferous trees.
Apr 18, 2023 13:14
Local Senator urges families to voice concerns regarding college costs
The cost of education option paper sets out choices for students by cutting fees and raising the student grant.
Apr 18, 2023 13:04
Longford scholar selected for the Young Academy of Ireland
The local woman will serve a four year term on the forum.
Apr 18, 2023 11:25
PSNI officers charged over images leaked from scenes of sudden death
The pair are to be prosecuted for alleged misconduct in public office.
Apr 18, 2023 09:39
Irish diplomat attacked at his home in Sudan
Fighting between the Sudanese army and rival groups around Khartoum has killed around 200 people in recent days
Apr 18, 2023 08:53
Locals urged to attend information event on new Mid Shannon greenway
A public consultation will take place in The Percy French Hotel in Strokestown on Wednesday.
Apr 18, 2023 08:33
Major funding announced for local GAA club walking tracks
The money will help clubs expand their walking infrastructure for use by people of all ages in the community.
Apr 18, 2023 07:26
Several local winners at Community and Council Awards
And the Ballinamore Area won an award for Best Town and Village Regeneration.
Apr 17, 2023 17:32
In-patient charges removed at public hospitals today
The charge of 80 Euro per day or 800 Euro per year ended at 12am today
Apr 17, 2023 17:18
Local TD argues more research needed into Facial Recognition technology
Government Ministers believe facial recognition technology would assist Gardaí in tackling serious crimes.
Apr 17, 2023 16:46
Gerry Hutch found not guilty of Regency murder
Two others were convicted for their roles in helping with the getaway.
Apr 17, 2023 16:16
Local author says Longford's book festival will boost tourism
John Connell's says the three day event aims to bring some of the nation's finest writers to Granard to discuss their work.
Apr 17, 2023 14:04Shannonside Newsletter
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