News - Roscommon
Roscommon council paid back €1.1m in Storm Éowyn costs
Over €1.1 million was spent by the local authority following the freak weather event last January.
Jan 21, 2026 07:25
Leading economist dismisses farmers' Mercosur concerns
A major protest is taking place in Strasbourg today against the agreement between the EU and four South American countries.
Jan 20, 2026 12:51
Local families to benefit from new-born baby grant
Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary released the figures this week.
Jan 20, 2026 12:47
Only 14pc of local primary teachers are men
Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon has 199 male primary school teachers and 1,205 female.
Jan 19, 2026 13:47
Six IDA visits locally between January and September
The purpose of these visits is to try to bring more foreign-direct investment to an area.
Jan 19, 2026 13:26
Work to commence on Roscommon route later this year
The project will proceed to the tender stage between April and June with works to commence later this year.
Jan 19, 2026 13:23
Traffic delays impacting Strokestown area
An 8 million euro upgrade of the town is well under way.
Jan 19, 2026 13:15
Gardai probe 'violent disorder' after fight in Roscommon town
A male, aged in his 40s, was arrested at the scene under the Public Order Act.
Jan 19, 2026 10:29
Roscommon paired with Slovenia for Ireland's EU presidency
Ireland will preside over the European Council for six months, from July to December 2026.
Jan 19, 2026 07:42
Status yellow fog warning in effect across Shannonside region
Met Éireann says areas of dense or freezing fog are possible, leading to impaired visibility and hazardous travelling conditions.
Jan 18, 2026 07:31
Local counties to be paired with member states during EU presidency
Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee announced the details, which aim to engage communities across the country on Ireland's European relationships.
Jan 17, 2026 12:18
Hodson Bay Group to open €15m eco-tourism retreat
The Yew Point is currently under construction and will employ an additional 50 people when operational.
Jan 16, 2026 16:34
Over €1 million on the way to Strokestown House
It is expected that the new experience will open in the Summer.
Jan 15, 2026 17:17
30 before local courts for burglary in first nine months of 2025
Figures have been provided to Ireland South MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú from the Irish Courts Service.
Jan 15, 2026 11:35Shannonside Newsletter
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