News
Lough RNLI will open their Christmas shop in Athlone today
The new lifeboat station has become a major attraction in itself since it officially opened in June.
Nov 26, 2022 12:10
Homeless figures rise to an all time high at 11,400
The handling of the homeless crisis by the Government 'is nothing short of a disaster' says Social Democrats TD Cian O'Callaghan.
Nov 26, 2022 11:21
A pop-up Covid vaccine clinic being held in Athlone today
Walk-ins will be accepted at the clinic.
Nov 26, 2022 10:49
Longford knitters come together in effort to raise funds for Longford Hospice
All monies raised will go towards Longford Hospice.
Nov 26, 2022 09:40
Road to remain closed until lunchtime following Manorhamilton fatal collision last night
The driver of the car in his 80s, was taken to Sligo University Hospital where he later passed away.
Nov 26, 2022 08:42
Man dies following fatal collision in Leitrim
Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this collision to come forward.
Nov 25, 2022 21:53
Significant jump in number entering workforce in Shannonside region in 2022
All 3 counties in the region experienced an increase in employment rates.
Nov 25, 2022 17:45
Leitrim Green Party representative accepts loss of popularity in order to fight climate change
The Party's Convention takes place in Athlone this weekend.
Nov 25, 2022 17:41
Further visiting restrictions implemented at Roscommon Hospital
It's the second outbreak at the facility in recent days.
Nov 25, 2022 15:53
Old piping one of main sources of lead contamination of drinking water
The highest levels of lead in drinking water were found during a test of drinking water from a tap in one part of Co Roscommon, when a sample was found to be 15 times the accepted level.
Nov 25, 2022 13:30
Covid-19 incidence levels fluctuating across Shannonside region
New data from the Health Protection and Surveillance Centre has shown while national levels of the virus are down, certain counties are seeing marked increases.
Nov 25, 2022 13:30
Green Party convention to take place in Athlone this weekend
Athlone Councillor Louise Heavin says she's looking forward to welcoming colleagues to the region and showing off what the town has to offer.
Nov 25, 2022 13:30
National Broadband Plan to connect over 6,000 local properties within months
40,000 connection points have been identified in intervention areas in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon
Nov 25, 2022 13:15Shannonside Newsletter
Sign up now to keep up to date with the latest news.
Athlone Rd, Townparks,
Longford, Ireland
Eircode: N39 RR67
Copyright © 2026 Shannonside FM. Developed by Square1 and Powered by PublisherPlus