News - Ukraine
Local disused Garda stations to be assessed for Refugee housing
The buildings will be restored and brought back into use to serve a new function.
Jul 18, 2022 13:25
Taoiseach in Kyiv today for meeting with Ukrainian President
The Taoiseach was invited by the Ukrainian President following a phone call two weeks ago.
Jul 6, 2022 08:57
Local food company sees major price hikes due to war in Ukraine
The war has had a massive effect on a number of businesses.
Jul 3, 2022 08:15
Roscommon bus firm heads off on second mission to Ukraine
They hope to reach Kyiv on Sunday.
Jul 2, 2022 11:14
Ukrainian refugees based in Roscommon thanking public for help and support
Several dozen refugees are now based in County Roscommon since the war began over 100 days ago
Jun 16, 2022 08:28
Leitrim TD calls for Ukrainian doctors to be allowed practice in Ireland
It comes as contracts with hotels and B&Bs are due to expire.
Jun 13, 2022 17:17
CSO confirms number of Ukrainian refugees living in Shannonside region
County Leitrim has taken in over 500 refugees so far.
Jun 13, 2022 12:44
Government to discuss possible accommodation crisis facing Ukrainian refugees
Issues with housing and accommodation are set to come to a head in the coming weeks.
Jun 13, 2022 08:18
Large group of Ukrainian refugees to arrive in Roscommon in coming weeks
The group are among the 30,000 in Ireland fleeing the invasion.
May 23, 2022 13:25
Roscommon bus firm to complete second refugee mission in Ukraine
Aidan Geraghty says Ukrainians who had the means have been able to travel to safety in recent months but more vulnerable people are still trapped in many parts of the country
May 17, 2022 18:12
Over 200 Ukrainian students enrolled in local schools
Leitrim recorded the largest number.
May 16, 2022 14:19
New pop-up shop for Ukrainian refugees to open in Leitrim
Several other shops run on the same basis have opened across the country in recent weeks.
May 9, 2022 17:23
Local Defence Forces fundraiser shows community spirit among soldiers
Gunners from the unit braved the weather to put on the display in towns across the region.
May 6, 2022 13:27Shannonside Newsletter
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