News - Roscommon
Co. Roscommon road due to re-open tomorrow after being closed for over a month
The L1829 at Carrowcrin closed in mid-July following damage to the structure of a bridge on the road.
Aug 21, 2025 13:10
Funeral of popular Co. Roscommon man to take place today
He was well-known in agricultural circles and a regular at shows across the country.
Aug 21, 2025 07:18
Just over 9,000 passports issued locally in first six months of 2025
The figures come as the Department of Transport is urging the public to check their passport expiration date prior to travelling and apply for their renewal early.
Aug 19, 2025 07:51
Roscommon man completes Shannon swim in aid of mental health charity
Paul Little who is from just outside of Croghan, arrived in Limerick yesterday having started in Cavan eight days earlier.
Aug 18, 2025 13:19
Local crews responded to 474 fires last year
Chimneys remain the leading cause of house fires, followed by flues, hot ashes and soot, according to fire service figures.
Aug 18, 2025 13:07
LISTEN: Local councillor warns Occupied Territories Bill could have serious economic consequences
The Occupied Territories Bill is a proposed law that would ban trade between Ireland and Israel's illegal settlements in the West Bank.
Aug 16, 2025 12:38
Reopening of Boyle to Tulsk road delayed by two weeks
The road was due to reopen on August 25th but will now open on September 8th.
Aug 14, 2025 16:53
Roscommon man now on day four of his River Shannon swim
Paul Little who is from just outside Croghan, is raising money for Mental Health Charity, North West Stop.
Aug 13, 2025 13:15
Roscommon councillor calls for government support for local festivals
Many festivals have taken place in the Shannonside region in recent weeks including the Castlerea Rose Festival and Boyle Arts Festival.
Aug 13, 2025 11:13
Almost 300 people stranded on waiting lists in Roscommon University Hospital for over a year
174 are waiting for their first outpatient consultation, according to the National Treatment Purchase Fund.
Aug 12, 2025 13:11
Roscommon man continues swimming the River Shannon today for charity
He's fundraising for the charity 'North West Stop,' which provides counselling to people affected by mental health or emotional challenges.
Aug 12, 2025 11:40
Delay to N61 reopening described as 'very regrettable'
It's due to reopen on August 25th, but Roscommon County Council says the contractor is looking for a three-week extension.
Aug 12, 2025 08:28
Yearly allocation of €350,000 secured for enhancement of local trails
The investment aims to boost tourism and enhance amenities along the Midlands trail network.
Aug 11, 2025 13:38
Public Expenditure Minister to visit Roscommon today
Jack Chambers is also visiting Castlerea to meet business and social enterprise groups.
Aug 11, 2025 07:41Shannonside Newsletter
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