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New 'Old Rail Trail' stretch hailed major success with positive visitor numbers
It's believed the extension has been hugely beneficial to the local community.
Jan 4, 2023 07:19
Longford school seeks planning permission for expansion
A decision on the application is due next month.
Jan 4, 2023 07:06
INMO calls for return of mask mandate to help reduce hospital demand
It comes as the HSE asks people to avoid attending Emergency Departments unless necessary.
Jan 3, 2023 17:36
Inspection raises concerns about St Loman's Hospital Mullingar
St Loman's presently has 41 beds in two wards
Jan 3, 2023 17:27
Almost 2000 new cars registered in Shannonside region last year
Electric car registrations also increased significantly in each of the three counties.
Jan 3, 2023 17:20
Ireland is now home to over 70,000 Ukrainian refugees
The issue of finding accommodation for people fleeing here from Ukraine is still proving to be a huge challenge
Jan 3, 2023 17:05
Longford man announced as Operation Transformation leader
The programme begins tomorrow.
Jan 3, 2023 13:40
Over 150 people on trolleys at local hospitals today
Patients are being asked to consider consulting a pharmacist, a GP or attending a minor injury unit before going to an Emergency Department.
Jan 3, 2023 13:25
House prices in Shannonside region up almost 20% on last year
According to the MyHome.ie report, new home buyers are paying almost 8 times the average annual income for a house.
Jan 3, 2023 13:18
Over 20% of land leased in Roscommon under conacre agreement
Almost 28 per cent of farmland is leased in Longford with 22.4 per cent rented in Leitrim.
Jan 3, 2023 13:10
Local GP says antibiotics won't help majority of colds and flu
A very large proportion of the population are struggling with viral respiratory illnesses this winter
Jan 3, 2023 13:09
Man dies following crash near Kinnegad
Anyone with information is asked to contact Mullingar Garda Station (044) 938 4000 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
Jan 3, 2023 12:59
Gardaí investigate sudden death of woman in Leitrim
The woman was pronounced dead at the scene having been discovered on the Manorhamilton Road in Drumkeerin, last night.
Jan 3, 2023 11:41
Local Senator welcomes new initiative to boost tourism figures
It's hoped the Irish diaspora will be reconnected with home.
Jan 3, 2023 11:17Shannonside Newsletter
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