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Local TD worries about cost of living help for low-income residents
She says many won't see the benefits for a few months
Feb 24, 2023 13:24
26,000 local homes and businesses connected to fibre broadband network
Roscommon currently has the most homes with access at 12,300, representing a 65% completion of the rollout.
Feb 24, 2023 13:16
Taoiseach opens Ireland's first water accessibility centre in Ballyleague
The boat is designed to allow full access for wheelchair users and others onto the river Shannon through the use of a collapsing bow
Feb 24, 2023 13:16
Expansion of walkways funding announced in Castlerea today
The 'Walks Scheme' provides funding to landowners and farmers to maintain and develop trails that travel across their land.
Feb 24, 2023 13:12
Jack remains top Irish baby boy name
Nearly 9,000 distinct names for newborns were registered in 2022.
Feb 24, 2023 12:30
'Justice for Ukraine' event to take place in Longford this evening
The remembrance ceremony in St Mel's Cathedral will mark 1 year since the invasion of Ukraine.
Feb 24, 2023 12:10
Ukrainian president sends message of defiance one year on from Russian invasion
At least 487 children were killed and 954 injured since the conflict began a year ago today.
Feb 24, 2023 09:40
High marks for local towns in new travel trend study
The data will be used among several transport and government organizations to help plan future measures
Feb 24, 2023 09:25
Over a billion euro spent on agency staff in last two years
The HSE says agency workers are employed when there's a lack of directly employed staff.
Feb 24, 2023 08:23
Local success to be honoured at Longford Civic Reception
The All Ireland winning Longford Slashers Ladies and the Junk Couture World Designers of the Year will be celebrated this evening.
Feb 24, 2023 07:45
Automatic compensation for bad customer service may be introduced
Customers will be compensated in some instances.
Feb 23, 2023 17:22
Local campaigner calls for no further delays to Ballaghaderreen Library
Michael Scally says he will resume his protest campaign should further delays arise.
Feb 23, 2023 17:08
Roscommon basket weaver launching sustainable willow coffins
She has planted willows close to her home and now has a supply of rods.
Feb 23, 2023 17:07
Moate Park Conservation Group calls for broadleaf planting after clear-felling
The group say they hope to meet with Coillte.
Feb 23, 2023 13:58Shannonside Newsletter
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