News - Roscommon
Hottest April temperature ever recorded in Roscommon today
Mount Dillon weather station recorded a high of 25 degrees Celsius today.
Apr 30, 2025 17:24
Virginia man to cycle National Famine Way to mark 83rd birthday
His latest charity cycle is in aid of the 'Help Our Homeless' charity.
Apr 29, 2025 13:39
40 vacant property refurbishment grants granted approved locally this year
The grants are used to bring more homes back into residential use.
Apr 29, 2025 13:34
Head of Roscommon Council pleads with Ballaghaderreen public to give public works a chance
Cathaoirleach Paschal Fitzmaurice threatened to adjourn the meeting if protestors continued to heckle a Councillor who supported the works.
Apr 28, 2025 18:18
Ruth Connolly-Conboy officially takes her seat in Roscommon County Council
The new Roscommon LEA member paid tribute to late councillors Anthony Waldron and John Naughten in her opening speech.
Apr 28, 2025 17:13
Tulsk Garda Station records one of country's highest crime levels in twenty years
Tulsk Garda Station was one of six nationwide to see its highest rate of crime in twenty years.
Apr 28, 2025 14:01
Over 3,800 local children on waiting lists for essential therapies
Figures from the HSE show that children continue to languish in lists for psychology, occupational, and speech and language therapy services - some for over a year.
Apr 28, 2025 13:47
An Bord Pleanala hears of potential plans for refugee accommodation in Roscommon Town
Noel Whelan has applied to An Bord Pleanala for permission to house refugees at a property on Goff Street.
Apr 25, 2025 13:07
Councillor highlights desperate need for more mental health resources in Roscommon
The Independent councillor says she was contacted by a member of the public who couldn't access resources locally.
Apr 25, 2025 07:44
Planning refusal for new housing development in Co. Roscommon overturned
TH Contractors had sought to build 20 homes at Carrownageelaun in Tulsk but were refused permission by Roscommon County planners.
Apr 23, 2025 16:22
Mother of Palestinian woman living in Roscommon granted safe passage from Gaza
Sherín Al Shabbagh, who lives in Ballaghaderreen, had fought for a visa for her mother Najwa since fighting broke in in 2023.
Apr 23, 2025 13:43
Local politicians express sadness following death of Pope Francis
The "People's Pope" appeared just yesterday to crowds of well-wishers at St. Peter's Basilica to give his Easter blessing.
Apr 21, 2025 10:36
Annual Easter Parade to take place in Roscommon Town today
It is traditionally held on Easter Sunday however it has been moved this year due to yesterday's Connacht Football Semi-Final between Roscommon and Galway.
Apr 21, 2025 08:39
Crowds expected as Strokestown Easter Parade takes place today
Organisers made the decision to leave the parade on Easter Sunday this year despite Roscommon playing Galway this afternoon in Salthill.
Apr 20, 2025 09:54Shannonside Newsletter
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