News - Roscommon
North Roscommon school gets planning for upgrade
The Board of Management at Croghan National School in Boyle had been seeking approval for new special educational needs (SEN) facilities at its premises.
Jun 10, 2025 07:35
Further development in Ballaghaderreen key to keeping young people in the region
Future Cast CEO JJ O’Hara says it’s important to keep developing the town.
Jun 9, 2025 16:57
Hopes for clarity this week on Robert Pether's return to Roscommon
Robert was in jail in Iraq for four years before being released on bail last Thursday.
Jun 9, 2025 07:24
Castlerea outdoor swimming pool to open in ten days' time
The pool is very popular with schoolchildren and will be open throughout their summer holidays.
Jun 8, 2025 12:42
Man's body found in field in north Roscommon
It was discovered in Ballyfarnon on Friday night at around 8.30.
Jun 8, 2025 10:23
New local car registrations see decrease since this time last year
A new report from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry shows there has been a slight decline in registrations in Roscommon, Leitrim and Longford.
Jun 7, 2025 14:15
Former Roscommon cathaoirleach had 'no enemies - only friends,' funeral hears
The funeral Mass of 99-year-old Tom Callaghan took place in St Paul's Church, Kilmurray, this morning.
Jun 6, 2025 13:04
Robert Pether's family 'in shock' following his release in Iraq
Desree Pether, who lives in Elphin with the couple's three children, says her husband must now be brought home urgently.
Jun 6, 2025 09:18
Arigna Discovery Park officially opens after €500k investment
It's part of the Arigna Mining Experience, which is visited by over 25,000 people a year.
Jun 5, 2025 17:47
Minister says €7m library will give Boyle a big boost
It's behind the old Royal Hotel and will replace the current library in King House in the next two years.
Jun 5, 2025 17:39
Roscommon Solstice Choir to kick off their latest series of performances in Longford
The choir's PRO says it's part of a number of events taking place over the next few weeks.
Jun 5, 2025 13:21
West Roscommon fire was "absolutely horrific", says Rural Development Minister
Up to 100 people attended a public meeting about the issue on Tuesday night.
Jun 5, 2025 13:16
Over €1 million in funding announced for local community projects
It's part of a €17 million funding announcement nationwide involving 212 community projects.
Jun 5, 2025 10:05
Roscommon truck crash caused up to half a million euro worth of damage
The driver, a man in his 50s, was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
Jun 5, 2025 07:32Shannonside Newsletter
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