News - Ukraine

Roscommon woman celebrated over work rescuing animals from war zones

Sandy Sheerin formed 'Red Shed', an animal welfare organisation focusing on rescue and education.

Jan 24, 2024 14:10

Gardaí investigating fire at former convent earmarked for refugees

Emergency services were alerted to the incident at a former convent in Lanesboro at around 9 o'clock last night.

Jan 17, 2024 13:52

Migrant rights CEO criticises Government plans for Ukranian refugees

Stricter rules for newly-arriving Ukrainian refugees are expected to come into force in late January or early February.

Dec 13, 2023 13:04

Local senator calls for increased staffing in a Roscommon school

At an Oireachtas meeting, Senator Eugene Murphy outlined the staffing crisis at Keadue National School.

Oct 21, 2023 09:11

Over 9 million euro spent locally on temporary energy support scheme

The scheme was introduced to support businesses with increases in their electricity or natural gas costs arising from the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Oct 12, 2023 07:51

Government gives go ahead for modular homes for Ukrainians in Ballinasloe

The move was confirmed over night by Roscommon/Galway Sinn Fein TD Claire Kerrane.

Sep 27, 2023 13:13

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar warns UN of new nuclear arms race risks

Leo Varadkar criticised Russia for threatening to use nuclear armaments in its conflict with Ukraine if there is an escalation from the west.

Sep 23, 2023 09:33

Local TD and EU Minister praises progress in Ukraine joining EU

Minister Burke attended an EU General Affairs council meeting yesterday in the Belgian capital.

Sep 20, 2023 07:52

Incoming Ukrainian refugees to be housed in tents from today

A six week contract has been signed for glamping tents to be used at the Electric Picnic site in Stradbally, Co Laois.

Sep 5, 2023 09:11

Longford Community to celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day

At 8:45 pm, the local Ukrainian choir will perform by candlelight on the outside steps of St Mel's Cathedral.

Aug 24, 2023 14:06

Ukrainian Ambassador to attend Independence Day event in Leitrim tomorrow

Josephine Stroker from the Leitrim Volunteer Centre says the local Ukrainian Community want to thank the Irish people for their care at tomorrow's event.

Aug 18, 2023 15:27