News - Roscommon
Local customers set for further fuel price surge
The increase follows warnings that petrol, diesel, electricity and home-heating oil could surge further in the wake of US and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Mar 3, 2026 12:58
New car sales rise by 11pc in Roscommon this year
There have been just over 500 new car registrations in Roscommon this year, which is up by around 11 per cent on the same time last year.
Mar 3, 2026 11:27
Roscommon County Council spent over half a million on legal fees in 2025
It's an increase of nearly 50% from 2024.
Mar 3, 2026 07:23
Roscommon journalist says situation in Abu Dhabi is 'stable for now'
People have been urged to work from home in the United Arab Emirates capital.
Mar 2, 2026 16:30
Famine Way to expand to US, Boyle man reveals
It's part of the Global Irish Famine Way project, which aims to install commemorations of the Great Famine around the world.
Mar 2, 2026 16:22
Aurivo to hold meeting in Roscommon next week, to discuss merger with Dale Farm
Aurivo is proposing to merge with Dale Farm Co-op, which specialises in cheese and whey production.
Mar 2, 2026 11:48
Strong public support at Boyle Aldi rally amid absent councillors
Supporters filled The Crescent, turning out in big numbers to show their backing for the development’s future.
Feb 28, 2026 14:49
Co. Roscommon school hope to reach All-Ireland final later today
St Nathy's College, Ballaghaderreen will take on St Michael's College, Rosscarbery in the Schools 'B' final in Limerick.
Feb 28, 2026 11:14
Ballinlough beef farmer elected as Roscommon IFA chairman
Ballinlough's Sean Finan was chosen to succeed Pat Leonard last night.
Feb 27, 2026 13:57
Much-loved Ballaghaderreen shop to close its doors
After over 80 years in business, it's set to open for the final time tomorrow.
Feb 27, 2026 13:30
170 jobs created by LEO-backed businesses in Roscommon in 2025
There are over 1,000 people employed by LEO-client businesses in Co Roscommon.
Feb 26, 2026 13:55
Planned eating-disorder unit in Roscommon 'long overdue' - councillor
The six-bed ward will be part of the new mental health unit in Roscommon, which is planned by the HSE.
Feb 26, 2026 13:35
Over 500 local drivers slapped with penalty points for mobile-phone offence
More than 3,000 drivers got points for speeding, according to figures from the Department of Transport.
Feb 26, 2026 13:27
Almost one in six commercial buildings in Leitrim are vacant
Leitrim sees the highest figure locally at 18.1 per cent, marginally higher than Roscommon's 17. 8 per cent.
Feb 26, 2026 07:19Shannonside Newsletter
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