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High levels of overcrowding recorded at two local hospitals
It brings the total number of patients waiting on trolleys locally to 102.
Apr 17, 2023 13:49
Mayo/Roscommon Hospice Chairperson says Biden's visit was emotional
The Chairperson of Mayo/Roscommon Hospice says the US President's visit to the foundation was a very special and emotional occasion.
Apr 17, 2023 13:43
Local doctor says proposals to extend free GP care are disingenuous
According to the organization, the government's own reports show that over a thousand extra GPs are needed for the plan to work.
Apr 17, 2023 13:08
Highest temperature of this year recorded in Roscommon
Mount Dillon reached 21.3 degrees yesterday making it the warmest place in the country.
Apr 17, 2023 11:35
Government at odds with facial recognition technology use
The Tanaiste yesterday sided with Minister Harris on the issue.
Apr 17, 2023 10:05
Plan permission lodged for new Ballinamore play area
Plans include a new sports surface and playground extension.
Apr 17, 2023 09:45
Bush burning regulations need re-evaluation according to local Councillor
The Athlone Councillor says rules are leaving people with no alternatives to dispose of cuttings.
Apr 17, 2023 08:47
Court verdict due later in Regency Hotel Murder Trial
It is the State’s case that he was one of two men who shot David Byrne with AK47s after storming a boxing event in 2016
Apr 17, 2023 07:44
Corporate conference centres in huge demand argues Athlone CEO
CEO of Elevate Enterainment, Colm Wright, says that his current meeting room is booked out constantly by businesses from across the region.
Apr 16, 2023 12:51
Public Expenditure Minister to visit Athlone next week
He will meet with students and staff at An Grianan NS in Mount Temple Moate during the early part of his visit.
Apr 16, 2023 12:09
Longford Gardaí investigating theft of tools in Abbeyshrule
The burglary occurred at Clynan in the early hours of Friday morning.
Apr 16, 2023 09:14
President Biden addressed over 20 thousand people in Ballina
Apr 15, 2023 10:09
New farming group to be launched tomorrow in Athlone
The meeting will take place at the Athlone Springs Hotel.
Apr 15, 2023 09:40
Leitrim student wins top art prize
Apr 15, 2023 09:14Shannonside Newsletter
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