News - Roscommon
N4 closed following Boyle road traffic collision
Traffic is being diverted on the N4
Dec 31, 2023 19:43
Well-known former Roscommon player has passed away suddenly
His sudden but peaceful death occurred on Thursday, December 28th at his home.
Dec 30, 2023 10:48
Local actor shares advice for aspiring young performers in the region
Kiltoom native, Rhys Mannion, stars in Silver and the Book of Dreams, a fantasy drama which has been one of the highest ranking Amazon Prime releases this Christmas.
Dec 30, 2023 09:13
Bereaved parents urged to reach out for support
The charity, "FirstLight", has provided free professional counselling care to over thirty bereaved families and parents across counties Longford, Roscommon and Leitrim.
Dec 29, 2023 11:24
Roscommon Gardaí investigating criminal damage at local filling station
Roscommon and Longford fire services also attended the scene and brought a fire on the forecourt under control.
Dec 24, 2023 11:55
Santa reminds all local children to get to bed early!
The reindeer are currently resting in their stables at The North Pole as Santa and the elves load the sleigh.
Dec 24, 2023 09:28
Number of drivers caught speeding locally during National Slow Down Day
One driver was detected driving at 93kph in a 80kph zone on the R327 near Cloonfad.
Dec 23, 2023 13:13
Cash and designer goods seized following drug related searches in Longford
€2,000 in cash along with designer clothing, hand bags, shoes and perfumes worth in excess of €16,000 were seized.
Dec 23, 2023 11:17
Over 230 people waiting on cataract surgery across the region
The condition is common in older people and occurs when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, leading to a loss of sight.
Dec 22, 2023 13:10
Long awaited decision made on problematic Leitrim Bridge
The process saw numerous delays and deadlines missed, with An Bord Pleanála making a final decision on the application this week.
Dec 22, 2023 07:54
Four in ten people claim Irish fluency locally
The Central Statistics Office continue to release figures gathered last year during the nationwide census.
Dec 21, 2023 13:42
HSE rolls out new mobile x-ray service in Roscommon
The HSE is expanding the free, community-based service to patients in both public and private nursing homes, community facilities and in their own homes.
Dec 21, 2023 13:15
Increase in number of burglaries in Shannonside region this year
New figures released by the CSO breakdown criminal incidents across Garda divisions nationwide.
Dec 21, 2023 09:29
Figures show high level of reoffending among those on probation
Figures released from the CSO breakdown the number and re-offending rate of those on probation for an earlier conviction.
Dec 20, 2023 15:19Shannonside Newsletter
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