Catherine Connolly
Seán Kyne wins Galway West bye-election
The Fine Gael candidate overtook Independent Ireland's Noel Thomas on the 11th and final count.
May 24, 2026 19:59
President Connolly warns against 'normalisation of war'
In her first St. Patrick’s Day message, she says the Irish are a people who understand peace is "not merely the absence of war but the presence of justice".
Mar 16, 2026 08:26
Local students set for Scientist & Technology Exhibition
More than 200 prizes will be up for grabs, including a place in the EU Contest for Young Scientists for the overall winner.
Jan 7, 2026 07:29
Carrick-on-Shannon woman says Catherine Connolly will be a great president for all
Lola Gonzalez Farrell, from the Social Democrats, campaigned for Catherine Connolly.
Oct 26, 2025 13:49
Catherine Connolly announced as 10th President of Ireland
Her victory was declared at Dublin Castle this evening.
Oct 25, 2025 20:04
LISTEN: Heather Humphreys concedes Presidential race
At the Cavan-Monaghan count centre this afternoon, the former Fine Gael Minister congratulated Catherine Connolly on "becoming the next President of Ireland".
Oct 25, 2025 15:46
McGuinness would have done better than Humphreys - Fine Gael councillor
Councillor Dolan was speaking in Athlone, where the Longford-Westmeath County has been taking place.
Oct 25, 2025 14:31
2025 Presidential Election results updates
Live updates from the count centres
Oct 25, 2025 08:54
Counting begins this morning in the Presidential Election
Ireland took to the polls yesterday to elect its 10th president.
Oct 25, 2025 08:23
Presidential election turnout climbing in Shannonside region after slow start
Voters have been going to the polls in the presidential election since 7 o'clock this morning and stations will remain open until 10 o'clock tonight.
Oct 24, 2025 12:48
Poll shows Catherine Connolly set to win presidential election
Polling stations are open from 7am until 10pm on Friday.
Oct 23, 2025 15:01Shannonside Newsletter
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